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Here we are.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This'll be it...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This it![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This look like it![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Is this...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Let me guess...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh-ho-hoo![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Very well.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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All right![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-hey![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-heeey![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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You've learned the whereabouts of further
Ponspectors. Check them on the area map. |
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Qualified, certified, grace and tact
personified! Ponspector Tutu is name,
surveying new lands is game![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh? Friends are fans of Tutu? Sorry to
disappoint, but right now Tutu too busy
with trouble, not have time to autograph.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Meh-meh? Friends want details of
trouble? Could be, friends are actually...
MEGAFANS of Tutu?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Truth be told, Tutu drop very important
something on island in middle of Tranquil
Tarn here. Very important hand mirror![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It important because if Tutu not behold
own gorgeousness once in three minute,
cannot work from desperate lonely.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Is part of personality. Currently staving
off longing by behold in surface of lake,
but gorgeousness much diminished.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]And that when fan friends come in![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Please to go to piddly island for Tutu,
and find precious mirror, also for Tutu![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1009 ] |
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Please to perform service for Tutu!
Tutu will be waiting here, feasting eyes
on slightly murky sight of own face.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Tutu drop hand mirror on little island in
middle of Tranquil Tarn.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Cannot possibly be expected to do work
without, so would greatly appreciate if
friends could retrieve ASAP. Cheerio![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Tutu thank friends for fetching mirror!
Now can finally focus on ponspecting![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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As thanks, Tutu will share untold story of
how Ponspectors were formulated.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Long time ago, Tutu and few comrades
surveyed numberless lands on behalf of
Archaeology Centre in Frontier Village.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As fame spread far and wide, more and
more comrades apply to join until guild of
professional Ponspectors come into be![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh? Now that Tutu have chance
to take good look, is that face of Tentoo
that Tutu see looking back?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well! Why not say sooner? If friends have
Tentoo in tow, then must mean everyone
goal is align. Tutu come seek Wunwun also![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Qualified, certified, making world more
purty-fied! Ponspector Fofora is name,
surveying new lands is game![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ooh, why you surprise Fofora like that?!
Made Fofora recite whole Ponspector
spiel and now survey in big shambles![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]How friends going to make up for, eh?
Hope not thinking can make teensy
apology and just walk away?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Fofora going to have to ask help with
small matter. Then will let friends off
proverbial fishhook.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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So friends will listen? Oh goodie!
Fofora knew friends were citizens of
upstanding moral character![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Small matter is nuisance Kromar on other
side of Xen's Thoroughfare, right-hand
side. They keep getting in way of Fofora![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Fofora is still busy mapping out area,
so would be giant help if friends could
remove Kromar from picture, please?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1010 ] |
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Small task of taking down Kromar.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can find silly lizards on other side of Xen's
Thoroughfare, looking to right-hand side.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh?! Kromar are toast? Big hurray!
Now Fofora free to continue with
surveying unhindered![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What? Thought Fofora was busy
in middle of surveying? Where friends
get that idea? Such sillydums![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No, Fofora just going out to ponspect
now. But friends did very speedy job, and
Fofora give credit where credit due.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Will prepare handsome reward later, so
come by and Fofora will deliver personal.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Fofora thinking of venture further
afield, beyond even den of Kromar
that friends fend off.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Say hello when friends next
feel inclined, OK? Ta-ta now![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Fofora was able to ponspect whole
area without hitch! Again, work of
friends was much appreciate.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Incideeeentally, Fofora might have other
tiny eensy request. It involve escorting
Fofora personally to Chief Wunwun.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Chief Wunwun is chief of whole
Ponspector squad. Said shoulder of
Bionis is ripe for treasure-pickings![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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If stick around long enough, Fofora could
be rich beyond wildest dream! Oooh,
Fofora can almost smell the fame![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It not excite friends too? Believe Fofora,
it all become clear once friends hear
straight from mouth of Chief.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]OK, Fofora will keep friends company until
able to meet Chief. Please to treat Fofora
in manner to which Fofora accustomed![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Qualified, certified, bold and centre-
justified! Ponspector Faifa is name,
surveying new lands is game![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Surveying? Pfft, Faifa take care of that
ages ago! Now Faifa is busy with detailed
breakdown of local ecosystem![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh? Should be prioritising actual work?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Faifa will be done soon.
Only fifty-two species more
to document![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah! How about... If friends can solve
brain-teasers of Faifa, Faifa will finish
up research and resume duties![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Riddles are like game and hobby rolled
into one complex analogy. Life too short
not to play metagame![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Listen well. Faifa need thing as follow:
I drift. I dig. I not so big.
I sink. I rise. But where my eyes?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1011 ] |
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Remember, Faifa need following item:
I drift. I dig. I not so big.
I sink. I rise. But where my eyes?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Faifa also have follow-up riddle to this
one, so friends should aim to solve within
reasonable time frame![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Oh, you brought Sky Mole to Faifa!
Such darling little clawpaws![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Yes indeed, Sky Mole is going to make
excellent research specimen![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Now then, here is final riddle of Faifa.
What monster have colour of harmless
plant, but is highly 'fer'-ocious?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Find such creature and defeat! Faifa
will be watching closely...[System:Color name=item ]from right here[/System:Color]![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So make sure friends really defeat
creature, because Faifa can smell
liar from mile away![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Off friends go, then!
Faifa will be observing![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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What monster have colour of harmless
plant, but is highly 'fer'-ocious?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Find such creature and defeat! Faifa will
be watching closely...[System:Color name=item ]from right here[/System:Color]![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Faifa watched spectaculent takedown
of Green Feris! Faifa was standing right
here, but was with friends in spirit![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Also gained tremendous insight into
ecology of Feris. Scientific breakthrough
or two is sure to be on horizon![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But as promise, Faifa will return
to duties now... *sigh*[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]...But wait single nanosecond! This not
time for dally-dillies! Faifa have pressing
question for Chief Wunwun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Before Faifa get here, Archaeology
Centre raided by unknown assailant![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It seem that some kind of memo went
missing. And Faifa have strong sneaking
suspicion of culprit identity![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Faifa found Chief not far from scene
of crime, looking with extreme shifty-eye.
Awfully suspicious if friends ask Faifa![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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It not matter that Chief is Chief. Criminals
must get serving of comeuppance! Will get
to bottom of this, Faifa swear![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh? Where can find other Ponspectors?
Faifa make precisely one educated guess.
Friends should try looking there![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Qualified! Certified! Though patience is
severely tried! Ponspector Hekasa is
name, surveying new lands is game.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]...But cannot certify in these conditions!
If not have stakes, not equip to do job!
Friends must hear lament of Hekasa![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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In order for measure elevation of point,
Hekasa drive stakes for use as markers.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]But when come back to finally measure,
stake is missing! And this recurrent issue!
Starting to go beyond joke![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And Hekasa double-triple check if securely
driven-in, so no blaming slip of mind or
gust of wind or other such guff, capiche?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...Sorry, Hekasa just eager to get quota
done. Will watch from high ground, so
friends acquiesce to put stake back in?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1012 ] |
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See stake with red top on left
bank of lake? That one all fine.
Problem is elsewhere. Keep up.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There is tree on bank that neighbours
bank with stake in it. Please plant stake
in area under tree![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Friend stake stake where need staking?
If not, then listen up. Hekasa rebrief.
This is where it go.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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See stake with red top on left
bank of lake?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There is tree on bank that neighbours
bank with stake in it. Please plant stake
in area under tree![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Result should make triangle shape
with left stake and here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This seems to be the correct spot...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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All right. The stake seems to be
embedded to the requisite depth.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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I guess this is the place...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Right! That's the stake planted.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Is this right place...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh! Stake is nice and staked![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Nene suppose this place will do...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Well done us! This stake not going
anywhere![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Hekasa saw! First-wing witness to crime!
Tirkin-face make off with stake![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]What is big idea, huh?! No respect
for honest labour! This reprehensible!
Class warfare![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ugh, too much nerves for Hekasa...
Need to take five...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hekasa have no option but to outsource
job to friends. Friends generous, will hear
request even without paperwork, hm?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Friends will bash up birdbrain oppressor
and reclaim means of surveying![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Feathered scab run off in
direction of Companions' Cape!
Friends pursue, posthaste![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Tirkin took surveying stake of Hekasa![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Feathered scab run off in
direction of Companions' Cape!
Friends pursue, posthaste![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Get stake back! Is much at, er...play![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Was Tirkin punished in accordance with
Ponspector manual, section seven,
paragraph twelve 'b'? ...Good![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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This stake of Hekasa, is no doubt about.
However...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Why it so unnaturally sharp and tapered?
Is maybe that Tirkin planned to use for
weapon...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Such disrespect! Precious tool of trade
for Hekasa! How can handle with such
crudeness and intemperance?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah well, at least can now finish
measurements in peace...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friends wait here just one minute![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ponspecting complete!
Five-star-job, if Hekasa say so herself.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hekasa is very senior Ponspector,
long considered shoo-in for leadership
position! ...Mostly by self, but still.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But then greenwing Wunwun get
chosen for Chief, and select this middle-
of-nowhere place for surveying...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Stupid Wunwun tap into pension fund of
Hekasa and call it 'crowdfunding'! Then
spend every last penny! Unbelievable![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]This never happen before! Ponspector
Guild have bylaws in place for a reason!
Travel expenses never so high![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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When call Wunwun out at weekly meeting,
he say there treasure on Bionis' Shoulder,
so not to worry about retire.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]But that is not problem! Problem is that
follow rule and regulation to letter is what
separate Nopon from beast![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Grrr, bile of Hekasa boil when remember.
Take Hekasa to Wunwun, on double![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Qualified! Certified! Never not ain't not
pumpified! Ponspector Setset is name,
surveying new lands is game.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]You see ropey bridge that connect to
enormo stone pillar over there, Boss?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Setset have irrepressible urge to stand
on terrace of bridge and give voice to
own determination and pumpedness![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But there already Rhogul on terrace,
and they showing Setset lots of aggro![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Why have beef with Setset?! Rhogul need
to chill out! Setset is just live own truth!
Sometimes Nopon-bro just gotta shout![XENO:wait wait=key ]
Also important is to shout from deadly
heights! But when go to deadly heights
and get aggro at, that not as good![XENO:wait wait=key ]
If Boss go across bridge, please consider
to chase off screechy thugbirds, OK?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Setset make earnest request! Please do
as Setset ask! If Setset not can shout
determination from terrace, life is over![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1013 ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Hey Boss, deal with those
Bodacious Rhogul yet?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]They on terrace of ropey bridge!
Ropey bridge that attach to enormo
stone pillar![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Setset make earnest request! Please do
as Setset ask! If Setset not can shout
determination from terrace, life is over![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]That was tight, Boss! So much strong!
Setset moved to manly salty tears![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now Setset can go to terrace in peace!
Bear with Setset one minute![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Shouting out of blood, sweat and tears
of determination conclude with success!
You the boss, Boss![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Setset feel connected to you by
unbreakable thread of destiny, Boss![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Gonna hang out with the crowd until
we find Chief Wunwun, OK?! OK![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]During journey to Bionis' Shoulder,
Chief Wunwun took Setset aside and said
'Setset, Chief have great trust in you!'[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Setset not so easily trusting as that,
so not quite believe in Chief 100%![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That why Setset gotta see for Setset's
self what Chief Wunwun get up to!
Anyway, Setset counting on ya, Boss![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Meh?! Other Ponspectors?! Sure thing,
Boss! Setset got red-hot tip for ya!
Should check this place, no kidding![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Qualified, certified...only mildly terrified...
Ponspector Tei-Tei is, uh, name, and
surveying new lands is game...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...But really, none of that matter right
now. Tei-Tei is smack in middle of
cataclysmic struggle of life-and-death![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Tei-Tei was sneak-secret surveying,
careful to hide from watchful monster
eyes, but then made worst mistake of life![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]At end of ponspection, let little
victory cheer slip out![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And then, monsters spotted Tei-Tei!
Monsters poised to lunge for soft
succulent body of Tei-Tei![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thanks to quick escape-legs, Tei-Tei
able to hoof it all way here...but then
grim realisation dawn on Tei-Tei.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Somehow, Tei-Tei lose more-precious-
than-life protective charm![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Tei-Tei think possibly could have dropped
at Nerthis Necropolis, just up slope here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ohh, please help Tei-Tei to find, dear
friends! Tei-Tei is begging you![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1014 ] |
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M-meh... Tei-Tei on verge of tears...
Tei-Tei cannot move one inch without
lucky protective charm![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Charm has to be in cave. No other
place that come to mind of Tei-Tei![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can find just up hill![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Not sure of exact place where Tei-Tei
lost it, but cannot be too far down...
...Probably.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hoohoo?! F-Friends found?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, is happiest day of life of Tei-Tei!
Tei-Tei was start to be afraid would
have dangerous bad luck forever![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Friends seem like reliable sort of folk!
And, um...Tei-Tei do need to see Chief
Wunwun. So...maybe...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]What friends say to escort Tei-Tei to
meet Chief?! Fear of Tei-Tei dwindle to
tiny pebble if surround with trusty allies![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 108 |
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Tei-Tei might look like wimpy-pants on
first blink, but cowardly exterior actually
hiding real talent.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friends know Archaeology Centre
at Frontier Village?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Surveying is indispensable skill for
excavation. And Tei-Tei happen to be
proud member of survey department![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Path of surveying fraught with alertsome
monsters. But Tei-Tei know secret art of
sneaking and weaving between![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 109 |
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Can tell friends all about juicy
footsteppings later![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 110 |
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Qualified, certified...deified.
Ponspector Nonona is name...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...But what is in name? Peh.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 111 |
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Ahem! It seem fate ordain us to meet.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Laws of space-time converge on single
point. For one of Ponspector blood,
cannot but happen.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 112 |
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Time is nigh! After aeons of wait,
dream soon come to fruition![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Cut down miscreant! Thing-a-Majicker XIII
must fall! Let this act fan flames of
rebellion and upturn World of Shambles![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 113 |
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...Meh? Friends want to know
more about Thing-a-Majicker XIII?
And why world is shambles?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 114 |
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Now is not time nor place
for expositioning.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Firstly, must make pact with Nonona.
And to do so, must slay odious fiend
that lie beyond.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Beslayal of One Untidy suredly lead
friends to Original Proof.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Then - and only then - may friends begin
on path to reaching Truelore.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 115 |
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[XENO:qst qst=1015 ] |
| 116 |
|
126 |
Threads of fateliness, please
to weave wirble-winding way...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 117 |
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Meh-meh-meh?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]From ear of Nonona there come
a-tingling! A-tingling given voice![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thing-a-Majicker XIII... The One Untidy
call out from unfathomable depths...
OF DOOM! *pant pant*[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 118 |
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Mehahahahaha!
At last, long-awaited desire of Nonona
is fulfilled![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now, present Proof that friends wrested
from grasp of One Untidy, and bring light
to World of Shambles![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 119 |
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Meh? Friends understand words
coming out of mouth of Nonona,
but not meaning?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...
Just give license of Nonona
back please.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 120 |
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Me-heh! Nonona *know*. Since ancient
time of immemory, brethren have sought
to reach fabled Yonderland.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Only worthy Nopon may follow as
adherents of Oracle Wunwun.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Nonona see truthiness.
Oracle Wunwun is saviour chosen
by olde-time legacy.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=think ]Memo that Nonona pick up in
Archaeology Centre said as much.
Must be accurate, more or less.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 122 |
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Find Wunwun. Bestow upon Wunwun this
most divine revelation from beyond Veil.
Only then will Door of Feasibility open...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Threads of fateliness, please to weave
wirble-winding way...wendily.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 123 |
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Me-heh... Location of other underlings...?
Nonona *see*! ...Vaguely. Check here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 124 |
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126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1016 ] |
| 125 |
|
126 |
Friends arrive in nick of time![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Horrid creatures want to eat Dekadeka![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 126 |
|
126 |
Please save Dekadeka from become food!
Dekadeka will do anything to repay if only
survive! Even scrub backs![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 127 |
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126 |
Qualified! Certified! Uncontest-ified!
Ponspector Dekadeka is name, surveying
new lands is game.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 128 |
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126 |
Dekadeka really thought it was curtains
for a moment there. Friends snatched
life of Dekadeka from jaws of death![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When Dekadeka finished surveying area,
lit monster-repellent incense that got
from friend. But then monsters appear![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 129 |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]It make no sense! Why on heck
monsters not repel?! Why attract?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 130 |
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Meh... When Dekadeka take whiff, realise
is actually monster-attractant incense![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friend must have put in by mistake...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Or.
This could be trial that fate pose for
Dekadeka to challenge resolve.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Fate call on Dekadeka to defeat
monsters by own self![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Meh-meh...
But Dekadeka do nothing, just call for
help from passers-by... Disappoint in self.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 131 |
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...Well, in any case, thank friends
for well-timed rescue.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Dekadeka not forget this kindness![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 132 |
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By the by, did friends see Chief Wunwun
somewhere, maybe? Dekadeka have to
hand in survey results.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Mehhh... Wunwun rise in ranks very quick.
Was once rookie of team, but now Chief
already. Very unexpect![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Must be recognition for excellent skill
in ponspecting. Dekadeka must follow
shining example![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Is key tenet of Ponspector organisation
that good effort always recognised and
rewarded![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 133 |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Qualified, certified, but fully booked so
hands are tied! Ponspector Evelen is
name, surveying new lands is game![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 134 |
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126 |
Dear-oh-dear-oh-dear...
...Ah! Friends have impeccable timing!
Evelen in dire need of helping![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 135 |
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126 |
Survey for day was finish, so Evelen
make to sit down on sitting spot over
yonder for well-deserved snackbreak.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 136 |
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126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Was just removing tasty morsel from
knapsack when all of sudden, whoosh-
splash! Meal-thing plop straight into lake.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 137 |
|
126 |
All gone...in single eyewink.
Like tears standing under waterfall.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 138 |
|
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Whapol Sardi in lake scoff down
every last piece of hard-deserved
foodage![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 139 |
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126 |
But no ugly fishy-fish incur wrath of
Evelen and live to swim about it. Sardi
will rue day it made enemy of Evelen![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 140 |
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126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Friends speak to Evelen because felt
urge to help Nopon in distress, right?!
Then please to avenge poor Evelen![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 141 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1017 ] |
| 142 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Incidentally, who is real guilty party
here?! Evelen for careless drop of
meal into lake?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Or Sardi for inconsiderate munchings?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 143 |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Well, not to dwell on! Fact of matter is,
Evelen now in horrendous mood! Make
sure to give Whapol Sardi good hiding![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 144 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Meh meh meeeeeh!
*sniff*[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ohhh, day of joy! Evelen was
agog watching friends bish-
bashing smelly fish-brutes![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 145 |
|
126 |
In fact, Evelen feel whole lot
better now. Although...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No, is no use. Tum-tum feel so empty,
no energy even for shimmy...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 146 |
|
126 |
But if friends able to bring Evelen
Morrow Cob from whereverabouts,
maybe able to kickstart metabolism.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 147 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]What?! What friends trying to insinuate?!
Was crime of Evelen to pocket cornsnack
for safemunchings?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Or was cornsnack at fault for slipping
away without aware?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 148 |
|
126 |
*pant pant*[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still no sign of Morrow Cob...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 149 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Can find nearby, or around Pillar Knoll!
Please to deliver before Evelen end up
consistency of potato mash![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 150 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]AH!
Morrow Cobs![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 151 |
|
126 |
*munch crunch crunch*
So... *slurp* tasty...
Can feel life flowing back into limbses...![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hankig... *munch* ...frenghs vehy mash...
Merbe all thish herhaffle... *crunch*
...not sho bagh afher all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 152 |
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Whew! Evelen wolfed whole thing down...
Now, is about time Evelen make haste to
finding Wunwun.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Come to think, life all about helping each
other, no? Dread to think what happen if
Evelen collapse on road alone...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 153 |
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126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Clearly friends have obligation to assure
Evelen come to no harm! So take with
and deliver person safe to Wunwun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 154 |
|
126 |
Though must say, made good survey
progress today. Like in days of Old Chief,
who establish Ponspectors. Retired now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When Wunwun step in to take mantle,
practically only ever do charity work for
Frontier Village. No ponspecting at all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Evelen nearly forgot was even
Ponspector in first place...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 155 |
|
126 |
OK! It settled! Friends all ready to set
off? Then is time to deliver results of
survey to Chief Wunwun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 156 |
|
126 |
Meh? Friends want to know about other
Ponspectors? Not to spoil all fun, but
Evelen have one small idea. Try here![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 157 |
|
126 |
Qualified, certified...rest is classified!
Ponspector Chief Wunwun is name,
oversee surveying new lands is game![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 158 |
|
126 |
Meh! What Ponspectors all doing
with these stranger-people?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]More important, why it take so long for
everyone to gather in appointed meeting
spot?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 159 |
|
126 |
Meh... Never received such information?
Wunwun forget to impart? ...Ho-hum.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Wunwun would go to find Ponspectors
and make up for omission ownselfs, but
have wings full with other business...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 160 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh! Have idea! Could friends guide
rest of Ponspectors to meeting spot?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Probably all stuck in strange or sticky
situation. Friends look like doing fine job
so far, surely is no extra bother?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 161 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1018 ] |
| 162 |
|
126 |
Wunwun should be done with business
by time Ponspectors all here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can see some want to have word
with Wunwun, but will have to wait
till everyone here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Naturally, there little reward
in store for helping Wunwun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 163 |
|
126 |
Some Ponspectors still missing...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 164 |
|
126 |
Please just to work on bringing to here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It pain Wunwun to say, but
Wunwun is occupied at present
time so cannot assist.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please to help Wunwun.
Small reward is waiting for assistance![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 165 |
|
126 |
Meh-meeeh!
Ponspectors all in one place![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Such rich feeling of fulfilment![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 166 |
|
126 |
Er... Truth is...
Wunwun still not actually...
ready yet...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]N-now, no throwing fit of tantrum!
Is no need to sweat minor details![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just...hear Wunwun out...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 167 |
|
126 |
While travel along Clear Sky Bluff,
Wunwun get set upon by band of
Cutpurse Igna who steal important memo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Without information contained in memo,
ultimate purpose of Ponspector cannot
be fulfilled to full.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Wunwun beg of friends on own honour
as Chief, please to retrieve memo![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 168 |
|
126 |
Wunwun had memo stolen while travel
along Clear Sky Bluff.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thieving monster cannot be far from.
Please to retrieve memo, Wunwun beg
of friends![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 169 |
|
126 |
Memo is back safely in hands?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Best news! Now finally, can set sights
on true goal...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 170 |
|
126 |
Much thanking to express.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friends not only lead Ponspectors here,
but also bring back lost memo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As reward, will let friends in on secret.
True purpose of Ponspector mission...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 171 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1019 ] |
| 172 |
|
126 |
They appear entirely shrivelled up...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 173 |
|
126 |
Wow, this looks really dry![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 174 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh! So very-very dry![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 175 |
|
126 |
Nene more than happy to take![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 176 |
|
126 |
Hello there! How would you feel about
assisting me in my research?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Come now, don't make those faces...
It's an easy task, I swear! ...I'll take the
grimace as a 'happily, Ma'am', shall I?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]See, I've developed this tool for exploiting
ether deposits, a Common Ether Pick
if you will, and I'd like you to test it out.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 177 |
|
126 |
...Hm? You're still looking uncertain.
Struck dumb by my apparent genius...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh, of course! You're used to being
able to mine ether deposits on the Bionis
with run-of-the-mill tools, aren't you?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, that won't work here on the Bionis'
Shoulder. The deposits are too dense, so
you need a specialised implement, i.e. this.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Previous iterations of the Ether Pick were
pretty heavy machinery, though, requiring
training and a license to operate.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So to cut through the rigmarole, I looked
into developing one that even laypeople
like you could use right from the off![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you prove me right, I'll even let you
keep it once you're done. How about it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 178 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1021 ] |
| 179 |
|
126 |
Oh! You'll do it? Well that's just grand!
See, I made the thing, so it wouldn't mean
anything if I only tested it myself. Thanks![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I used to have an assistant helping me,
but they seemed dissatisfied for some
reason and ran off before I knew it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 180 |
|
126 |
Just mosey on up to an ether deposit,
heft the Common Ether Pick, and use it
to give the deposit a good whack.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Do let me know how you get on![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 181 |
|
126 |
Aw, really? Fiddlesticks...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, I'll be here in case you change
your mind. These ether deposits won't
research themselves, after all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 182 |
|
126 |
Thanks for that! I have to say, I didn't
expect it to break so easily, though...
Right, give it here for a minute.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 183 |
|
126 |
Oh? Looks like you managed to mine an
ether deposit! Very nice. Here, let me
take a quick look at that ether pick.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 184 |
|
126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 185 |
|
126 |
I see, I seeeee...
So the problem is durability...? All right...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Due to the higher ether density on the
Bionis' Shoulder, it seems it crystallises
into a form that's perfect for gems...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just reinforcing the pick isn't likely to
improve the yield, in practice...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 186 |
|
126 |
Thank you all. This has been a valuable
learning opportunity. I feel like I can take
my research to the next level now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I did want you to have the Common Ether
Pick as thanks, but now that it's broken,
it won't really do, will it...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 187 |
|
126 |
Well, that's too bad. I'll just have to give
you the old retail model, instead.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Like I said, it's got its kinks, so it
requires a trained hand, but it's better
than nothing, right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You should be able to use it to harvest
decently high-purity gems from all around
the Shoulder. Saves you time crafting![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 188 |
|
126 |
Hmm. If I recall Carranelle's words,
I should locate an ether deposit, then
give it a 'good whack'...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No time like the present, I suppose.
I look forward to this experience...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 189 |
|
126 |
W-well that didn't sound too good...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 190 |
|
126 |
What... What just happened?
Carranelle...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 191 |
|
126 |
What... What just happened?
Carranelle needs to hear about this...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 192 |
|
126 |
According to Carranelle, I just heft
the pick, and give the ether deposit
a good whack...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All right! Let's see what the Common
Ether Pick can do for us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 193 |
|
126 |
Huh...?
Was that...supposed to happen?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 194 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=think ]Hmm... Maybe it's malfunctioned...?
We should let Carranelle know about this...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 195 |
|
126 |
Hmm... Maybe it's malfunctioned...?
We should let Carranelle know about this...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 196 |
|
126 |
Bird Lady Carranelle say to find
ether deposit, and give good whack...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Sound easy-peasy! Time to get swingy
with fancy Common Ether Pick![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 197 |
|
126 |
Tha-tha-that not what Kino sign up for![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 198 |
|
126 |
Ki-kiki-Kino not do anything naughty!
Just gave whack, just like was told![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 199 |
|
126 |
Ki-kiki-Kino just do like was told!
Did Bird Lady give Kino wonky
Common Ether Pick, or what...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 200 |
|
126 |
So Nene take this Common Ether Pick
that borrowed from Miss Carranelle,
and give ether deposit big whack?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That sound like job that Nene excel at!
Mining gonna be so much fun![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 201 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh...?
What happen there...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 202 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh...
Miss Carranelle, that not sound great![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 203 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh... That not sound great!
Must tell Miss Carranelle all about![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 204 |
|
126 |
Mehh... Meeehhhhh...
What Pororo do...? One Pororo is
extremely not enough to collect...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 205 |
|
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Meh? Are friends maybe travelpersons?
That great! Pororo have request that
would be perfect for travelpersons![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Pororo come to Bionis' Shoulder by flying
with certain esteemed person in basket
attached to Pterix.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...But there was big hole in basket, and
vital foodstuff that Pororo bring... It all
strewn across land from sky-high...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pororo admit, was bit of careless on own
side to not notice sooner, but when
boss realise, fly into terrible rage...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]'Was crucial asset for sell off in darkest
hour-time of crisis, meh! Pororo go and
pick back up, NOW!'[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...That was exact order.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Stuff that end up scattered all over
Bionis' Shoulder is fave of Pororo, so
would love to gather up for sure...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Bionis' Shoulder also full of terrible
monsters wandering about... Pororo
forced to reckon with own limitations.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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So, extend ask to friend travelpersons!
Please would friends mind gathering up
Pororo's Favourite wherever find?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1028 ] |
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Plural thanks for agreeing! Well then,
please come to inform Pororo whenever
find more of Pororo's Favourite.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pick up all of is huge job, so Pororo give
rewards on ongoing basis, in proportion
to number found![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-mehh... Pororo in big huge trouble...
If not figure something out, esteemed
person will take away snack privileges...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh... Pororo need friends to collect
Pororo's Favourite that scattered across
Bionis' Shoulder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pick up all of is huge job, so Pororo give
rewards on ongoing basis, in proportion
to number found![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh! Friends find some of Pororo's
fave? Show Pororo, please![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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There still more of Pororo's Favourite
to be found on Bionis' Shoulder![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please to scour tiny paths and rocky
nooks and woody crannies and all gaps
in between![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Finally, majority of Pororo's Favourite
is collected! But is no time to rest on
fragrant, mouthwatering laurels![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There surely some hidey-corners left on
Shoulder that friends not visit yet, meh?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please to leave no stone unflipped
in search for Pororo's Favourite![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh... So friends found one of
Pororo's Favourite? Here is reward
of Pororo! Not to use all at once![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Meh-meh! So friends found five of
Pororo's Favourite? Enjoy reward
of Pororo with fullest aplomb![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Good jobbings! Friends found ten of
Pororo's Favourite already! Treasure
this reward like just-born littlepon![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Incredible effort! Friends found 15
of Pororo's Favourite! Friends deserve
material reward and extra pat on back![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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One, two, three...
It all here! All 20 bits![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:type type=anger ]Pororo's Favourite all safely returned!!![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Pororo not know how to express elation!
Congrats for days and days![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friends did unbelievable job, and
deserve unbelievable reward![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Now Pororo can go to Gran Dell
and face esteemed person with
no fear for personal safety![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pororo thank friends!
Thank friends so, soooo much![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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1,000G acquired! |
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20,000G acquired! |
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Hrmmmm... I guess fixing Machina is just
like repairing normal machines...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I wish I knew someone who
was good at that...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hey, could you hear me out...?
You see, my grandad is a Machina.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Huh?! Does that mean that you're, uh...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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No, no, I'm just a regular Homs!
I guess Grandad isn't actually my
actual grandad...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But he helped me when I got separated
from my parents during the war...
We've been together ever since.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Ah, right, OK. You must feel
like you owe him a lot.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Yeah, also 'cos when the Armus turned
into Fogbeasts and attacked, he shielded
me with his body, but his leg got broken...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hey, Mister, you know machines and stuff,
right? Could you fix my grandad?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Repairing a Machina, huh...? Maybe the
first-aid kit from the Junks would help...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Really?! That's great! Please do
your best! I'll owe you forever![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1035 ] |
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Grandad helped me when I lost my mum
and dad and had nowhere to turn...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So this time round, I wanna be
the one to help him![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Hey, c'mon, don't be like that! I'll even
give you a proper reward and everything![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
This is the first-aid kit...?
So, I could use this to heal Grandad?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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That's... That's awesome...
I'm so relieved... Thank you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I was afraid that if we'd had
to run away, Grandad wouldn't
have made it without his leg...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I didn't... I didn't want to be alone again...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...All right, I've got to get it together.
This isn't the time for crying. I've got
to go and cure Grandad![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thanks a million, Mister!
Come see us sometime, I'll introduce you
to Grandad! I bet he'll like you, too![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Yes, I'm Solthas.
What do you want?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]A first-aid kit? ...Ah, I see.
That was your boat, wasn't it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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...In that case, I have a request.
Would you please let me have the kit?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Many of our warriors have been wounded
fighting Fogbeasts, and we have no good
substitute for real medical supplies...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know I haven't earned this necessarily,
but I ask you nevertheless. Won't you help
me care for my comrades...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
[XENO:type type=think ][XENO:sel sel=・Try to convince him/・Explain the real reason ]
|
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126 |
I've searched the entire breadth of the
Shoulder, so I can tell you that there's not
much here I can use to treat wounds...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
I know it's impolite to beg, but still...
I would be forever in your debt, were you
to do me this kindness... So please...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
What...?
You want to use it on a Machina?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Rather than treat a comrade wounded
in battle, you'd waste the kit on one of
those cowardly swine?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
...My apologies, I spoke out of turn.
It was unbefitting of a warrior to speak
so emotionally.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I will return this to you now. Just see to it
that it doesn't go to waste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
I know what I said before may have
sounded harsh, but there's no need
for you to worry about us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We'll find some way to land
on our feet. We always do.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Ah, good of you to come by.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Mind if I ask for a spot of help?
I could really use an assist right now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 252 |
|
126 |
As you've probably gathered, we use
these ancient structures for housing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When we first arrived, they were already
deserted, ruined almost beyond all hope
of repair.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We've been doing our best to keep things
tidy, but with the march of time the
rubble starts to pile up.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We'd like nothing more than to clear it out,
but with our numbers we can't shift the
heavy stuff... That's where you come in.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Hahahah, no, I wasn't expecting you to
drag it around by yourselves. I was hoping
you could get us some Hover Stone.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's a mineral with levitational properties.
If we could lift the rubble using that,
a few pairs of hands would suffice.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1036 ] |
| 255 |
|
126 |
Thank you. Hover Stone can commonly be
found on Soltnar Seal Island, Pillar Knoll
and in the area of the Scapular Lance.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Three pieces should be enough to make
our work swift and easy.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Right. Well, I've said my piece, but
obviously I can't force you to do anything.
Let me know if you change your mind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 257 |
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126 |
Hover Stone can commonly be found
on Soltnar Seal Island, Pillar Knoll and
in the area of the Scapular Lance.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Three pieces should be enough to make
our work swift and easy.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 258 |
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126 |
You come bearing Hover Stone, I see!
That'll help with the clean-up a lot.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I don't really want to stay here forever,
but it'll be nice to make the place that little
bit more tolerable in the meantime.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
For another thing, it seems to me to be
a good deed to leave it neater than we
found it, not all tumbledown and derelict.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm sure the people who once lived here
would hate to think of their old homes
as overgrown piles of rubble, too...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 260 |
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126 |
In any case, the area should be getting
a lot nicer very soon. And it's all thanks
to you! I really appreciate it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 261 |
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126 |
[XENO:type type=think ]Oh, won't somebody hear my woes...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 262 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=think ]If only someone around here knew
about machines... They'd understand
my concerns, surely...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 263 |
|
126 |
Oh?
Can I help you?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 264 |
|
126 |
Ah, I'm sorry to bother you. I saw those
mechanical parts, and figured we might be
able to use them to fix the Junks...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 265 |
|
126 |
I'm sorry to disappoint, but everything
you see here is little more than scrap.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can you tell me what parts you're
looking for specifically?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 266 |
|
126 |
We need wiring to link up the generator
and the drive system, as well as something
to reinforce the hull.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 267 |
|
126 |
Hm... Sounds rather complicated.
That said, I do have an inkling.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 268 |
|
126 |
You've seen High Entia airships before,
right? Well, there are a few crashed ones
in Alcamoth, just lying there.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 269 |
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126 |
And you think we could
strip them for parts?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 270 |
|
126 |
Just so. Although I don't know what
state they're in. You'll have to go and
work that out for yourselves.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 271 |
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126 |
Right, I see...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 272 |
|
126 |
I would have investigated them myself,
but everyone else warned me off, saying
it's too dangerous, so I relented...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still, from what I remember of my
preliminary study, I think there should
be three of the machines left.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 273 |
|
126 |
Understood. Thank you for sharing
the information with us![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 274 |
|
126 |
Oh, err, one moment...
I may have a request to go with all that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 275 |
|
126 |
There are actually some parts I need too.
Would you mind terribly finding them for
me and bringing them all back together?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 276 |
|
126 |
Of course, that's no problem at all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 277 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1038 ] |
| 278 |
|
126 |
What kind of parts are you after?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 279 |
|
126 |
I'm so glad to hear you ask.
What I need is a palm-size cog.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 280 |
|
126 |
Understood. We'll keep our eyes out
for one of those.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 281 |
|
126 |
I'm counting on you![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 282 |
|
126 |
How goes the hunt for the parts?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 283 |
|
126 |
You should be able to scavenge them
from downed airships in Alcamoth.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please be careful though, it's a dangerous
place these days... Still, I trust you'll be
all right. Best of luck![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 284 |
|
126 |
Welcome back! It's good to see you're
still in one piece.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 285 |
|
126 |
Y-you what? You encountered a Telethia?
You're lucky to be alive![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 286 |
|
126 |
You say it just flew off without incident...?
Phew, you had me worried there![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Uhm, anyway, about the parts...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 287 |
|
126 |
Thank you very much. I'll make good use
of this, that much I swear.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'd also be happy to lend a hand with
fixing the Junks when the time comes,
so call me if you need me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 288 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh... Can't find Heropon...
Can't find guarantor, either...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 289 |
|
126 |
If Arara recall, designated guarantor
was young Bird Lady...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 290 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh?!
You there, Bird Person! Arara remember
you! You are guarantor of Heropon![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 291 |
|
126 |
A guarantor?
I don't know what you mean.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 292 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]No use denying! Arara not find Heropon
Riki anywhere, so will have to extract
repayment from designated guarantor![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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126 |
Meh-meh? Want to know what that entail?
Standard way of repayment is... Drumroll...
By provision of dessert![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Specifically, Arara is after dessert
that bigger than Arara, sweet, golden,
springy, and also tender![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 294 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1039 ] |
| 295 |
|
126 |
Meh! Very good, very good![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 296 |
|
126 |
Firstly, friends will need bucketload of
Kilopumpkin. Lucky for friends, they grow
everywhere on Bionis' Shoulder.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But more importantly, need literal cherry
on top of dessert. Only Sweet Cherry
from banks of Tranquil Tarn will do![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And finally, skill of chef also paramount!
Arara not accept unless dessert made by
artisan with Alcamoth level of experience![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 297 |
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126 |
Meh-meh? Not have time right now?
Feeling too hungry, perhaps?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Arara get it. Friends go ahead and snack.
Then once tum-tums nice and full, come
back and repay debt to Arara![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 298 |
|
126 |
Repayment of debt is through provision
of giant dessert! Not forget![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 299 |
|
126 |
Hey there, friends!
How've you been lately?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 300 |
|
126 |
Hm? You're looking for a chef with
experience working in the capital?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well now! It's your lucky day, it appears!
It just so happens that I am one such chef![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And since I owe you for that thing before,
of course you can ask me for anything![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 301 |
|
126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 302 |
|
126 |
Whoa! An enormous dessert?
That sounds fab, count me in!
I'll get my stuff ready, so do go on ahead![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 303 |
|
126 |
I owe you for before, friends.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll put all my skills at your service and
make that Nopon a giant dessert the likes
of which the Bionis has never seen.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 304 |
|
126 |
Right then.
I'll get my stuff ready, so do go on ahead![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 305 |
|
126 |
Ah, it's you...
I'm glad you stopped by. I have something
I'd run by you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 306 |
|
126 |
As a researcher, I've been doing my part
to alleviate the food shortage threatening
us by developing a new food source.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It will be a complete solution, meeting
the nutritional requirements of all organic
beings born of the Bionis.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 307 |
|
126 |
I will call it...
Radzamalt³![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 308 |
|
126 |
...See, I even have a name ready, but it was
the question of flavour profile that I found
hardest, stymieing my progress...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Us Machina lack a sense of taste, so it
may only be natural... But it's the last step
before I can call my formula complete.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 309 |
|
126 |
If only I had access to that ephemeral
spice that makes any and all things into
delicacies, the Glutton's Herb...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Friends, could I persuade you to help me
search for the stuff?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 310 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1042 ] |
| 311 |
|
126 |
I hear that flavour is a vitally important
element of food intake for organic life.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Bearing that in mind, fixing the flavour
profile is almost more important than
balancing the nutritional values...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hence, the Glutton's Herb, a plant native
to this region, which, when mixed in food
and heated...gives it 'delicious flavour'.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But what does 'delicious flavour' mean,
exactly...? It's so deeply fascinating...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 312 |
|
126 |
Ah, pardon me. I seem to have gotten
overly worked up about my project.
Please, pay me no mind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 313 |
|
126 |
Oho! So that's the famed Glutton's Herb!
Now then, let me have a look-see...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 314 |
|
126 |
Hmm... As I thought, this plant contains
special aromatic compounds not found in
any other species known to science.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If only I could transcribe the molecular
structure and replicate the compound,
it would lead me to...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 315 |
|
126 |
...Oh, my apologies. My analytical brain has
sprung into action again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thank you very much for this, friends.
With your help, I'm a step closer to
finalising my work.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Once Radzamalt³ is ready, you will
of course be more than welcome to try it
and give me your honest opinions![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 316 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
What a woman...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So cool and aloof... So athletic... And that
sharp profile... The sight of her pierces my
heart and nails me in place, every time...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 317 |
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126 |
...I have made my mind up![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I will create my finest culinary creation yet
and dedicate it to Tyrea to win her heart!
And how she will swoon![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]After all, conventional wisdom has it that
opposites attract, so a powerful woman
like her must want a homebody like me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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Um... You're friends with Tyrea, right?
You'd want to make her happy, right?
Well then, you'll help me out, right???[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you happen to get some Cream Wheat,
Angel Bream and Gentleclams, please give
them to me, OK?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
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[XENO:qst qst=1047 ] |
| 320 |
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Thanks, friends! I'm counting on you!
Mine and Tyrea's 'happily ever after'
is hanging in the balance![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 321 |
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Wa- Wha- C'mon!
You can't do this to me!
I thought we were friends![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 322 |
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Despite my humble appearance, back in
Alcamoth I was called the Silver-Spatula'd
Virtuoso! ...Well, my boss was, anyway.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I might not be Tyrea's match when it
comes to fighting, but I know for a fact
that I can cook a mean meal or two![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So leave the cooking to me, and I'll leave
the ingredient-gathering to you, friends![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 323 |
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Speaking of, the folks tending the wheat
fields were saying they managed to
harvest some premium-grade wheat.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll believe it when I see it...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 324 |
|
126 |
Between you and me, fishing's really been
taking off lately. I hear there're some nice
catches to be made in the pond out back.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Not that I know anything much about it.
My delicate constitution doesn't allow me
to dig up worms for bait and all that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 325 |
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Wow, you got me the stuff!
I knew you'd pull through for me![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I will use these ingredients to whip up
a risotto that will place me firmly among
the great cooks of yore...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 326 |
|
126 |
With that dish...
I will find my way to Tyrea's heart![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thanks, friends! I can't tell you how much
it means! Be sure that when we tie the
knot, you'll be the first ones we invite![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 327 |
|
126 |
Just what is the meaning of this?
Hrrmm...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 328 |
|
126 |
Maybe Lady Melia, saviour of so many
lives and arbitrator of all our troubles,
could help in this matter...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 329 |
|
126 |
Mgh? What is it?
It's fine, you can leave us to ourselves.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Though, perhaps I would be able to
confide in Lady Melia...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 330 |
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126 |
What is the matter, Maxis?
You seem out of sorts.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 331 |
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La-Lady Melia?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, uhm, the thing is... Some of the
residents have been in an odd state of
mind lately...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We tried speaking to them, but we
still can't make heads or tails of it...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 332 |
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Certainly, when you mention it, I too have
observed it. They seemed...unfocused,
like they were not entirely there...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 333 |
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So you were already aware, Lady Melia?
I've been seeking the reason why they
are acting this way...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]In fact, I've found someone who seems
to know something, but they refuse to
tell me anything...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 334 |
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I understand...
That sounds most vexing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 335 |
|
126 |
Indeed...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Lady Melia, I know a great burden lies on
your shoulders, and I am loathe to add to
it unnecessarily...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still, I must ask. If you find the time,
would you speak to this someone
in my stead?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 336 |
|
126 |
Who may the person in question be?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 337 |
|
126 |
It's a Nopon traveller by the name Pororo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 338 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1049 ] |
| 339 |
|
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My deepest gratitude! The Nopon should
be under the bluish marquee behind the
shop stall. Best of luck, Lady Melia.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 340 |
|
126 |
I should apologise. I have taken your
precious time with our daft issues, when
you should be tending to your destiny.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 341 |
|
126 |
Would you speak to the Nopon traveller
named Pororo on my behalf?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]They should be in the blue tent on the
other side of the shop. Best of luck,
Lady Melia.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 342 |
|
126 |
Would you speak to the Nopon traveller
named Pororo on my behalf?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]She should be under the bluish marquee
behind the shop stall. Best of luck.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 343 |
|
126 |
Me-meh? Want to ask Pororo something?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pororo bet is on request from Maxis.
Pororo not wrong, is Pororo?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 344 |
|
126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 345 |
|
126 |
Pororo copy, loud and clear.
Pororo not have anyone that
can talk to except friends...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]In truth, is fault of drink made by certain
esteemed person of Pororo acquaintance
that people become like this.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Esteemed person tell Pororo not to tell,
but Pororo having crisis of conscience
when see people in troublestraits...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 346 |
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126 |
Friends remember when gather up
Pororo's Favourite?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That was actually experimental product
made by esteemed person. Pororo think
it already plenty tasty, personally...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But one day suddenly, Boss declare,
'If have Glutton's Herb, then product
formula complete!'[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Then he add Glutton's Herb to formula,
mix up into drink, and sell to folks...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 347 |
|
126 |
Once folks have sip of drink, it all over.
Become hopeless addicted! Every day,
bleary-eye people queue up to purchase.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]For Nopon like Pororo, is just tasty drink,
but maybe for Hom Hom and Bird People,
have some other not good effect too...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But for esteemed person, only thing that
matter is profit, and profit is sky-high![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Once boss work out drink sell, started to
corner market on Glutton's Herb...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 348 |
|
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Pororo cannot stop esteemed person...
But bet if friends try, then would succeed!
Pororo beg friends to try, please![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]This is sample of drink in question...
Please not to drink by mistake![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 349 |
|
126 |
Meh?
Name of esteemed boss person?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Could've sworn Pororo said already.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Name of esteemed person is the
great...the mighty...Lord Bana![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 350 |
|
126 |
That drink maybe also have some
not good effect for Hom Hom and
Bird People...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Pororo not have anyone to ask for help
except friends... So please, friends...
Stop Lord Bana...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 351 |
|
126 |
Pororo not have anyone to ask for help
except friends... So please, friends...
Stop Lord Bana...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 352 |
|
126 |
How did things go?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 353 |
|
126 |
How was it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 354 |
|
126 |
I will deliver this BanaXxX...or whatever
it's called...to Radzam.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Lady Melia, you and your party must chase
after that Bana scoundrel! He was headed
for the Halcyon Wheats... Just be careful![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 355 |
|
126 |
I will deliver this BanaXxX...or whatever
it's called...to Radzam.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You lot must chase after that Bana
scoundrel! He was headed for the
Halcyon Wheats... Be well prepared![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 356 |
|
126 |
Meh... Meheheh...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 357 |
|
126 |
Our militia members are the ones
who most often leave the confines
of Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If anyone knows anything about
High Ether Crystals, it would be them.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]A Homs soldier should be standing guard
near the Armu pasture on the approach
to the city proper.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I think he's the one who's been collecting
intelligence on behalf of the militia, so he
may be willing to share it if you ask.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please keep me informed of
any developments in the matter,
if you please.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 358 |
|
126 |
Have you been able to gain any insight?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 359 |
|
126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 360 |
|
126 |
...Oh, I see. So someone did have an
inkling, then? I would be most interested
in learning the details as well.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If there is a thread of hope, however slim,
we must follow it as far as it will lead us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 361 |
|
126 |
Have you been able to gain any insight?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 362 |
|
126 |
...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 363 |
|
126 |
Oh? So Ms Sarja might know something?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]While that's welcome news, I wonder why
on Bionis she would know where to find
High Ether Crystals...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Well, either way, you must obtain the
information from her at your earliest
convenience.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 364 |
|
126 |
...So that's how things are.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It seems we owe Ms Sarja and her friend
a debt of gratitude for the valuable
information they provided us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 365 |
|
126 |
It's just my conjecture, but the crystal may
have been highly responsive to heat and
sublimated when exposed to sunlight...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's fascinating, isn't it? I have to say,
its properties are quite unusual...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And, I agree with Sarja. I think that it
would be found in a cave, like she said.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 366 |
|
126 |
So the soldier said he'd already searched
Nerthis Necropolis, huh...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All right, let's think of other options then...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you follow Fyme Lane, which breaks off
from Thulles Way towards the north-west,
you'll reach the Forbidden Hushland.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's a dangerous place though, so it
hasn't been mapped out very thoroughly...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Nevertheless, there is meant to be a
cave-like location thereabouts.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 367 |
|
126 |
The man who found the crystal must've
been a formidable swordsman.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It may be from him that news of the
cave's existence reached us. Very worthy.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I pray that you find a High Ether Crystal
there indeed.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You are the only ones we can rely on
to harvest it, I'm afraid. Good luck.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And if you do find a High Ether Crystal,
be careful to keep it away from strong
light as you carry it back.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 368 |
|
126 |
I think you'll find a High Ether Crystal in
a cave around the Forbidden Hushland,
at the end of Fyme Lane.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Remember, the crystals should not
be exposed to any strong light, like
the light of day.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If you do find a High Ether Crystal,
be careful as you carry it back.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's meant to be a dangerous place,
friends. Please take extreme care...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 369 |
|
126 |
[XENO:qst qst=1004 ] |
| 370 |
|
126 |
Too many of our brethren have
already laid down their lives...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Don't play the hero. Put going to
Alcamoth out of your minds.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 371 |
|
126 |
I appreciate that you just want to help,
but there is nothing you can do about
the Fog King.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...You should worry about
getting yourselves back home
first and foremost.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 372 |
|
126 |
It pains me to think of the souls of my
comrades, left lingering in that place...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I cannot even mourn them.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 373 |
|
126 |
Trust me, I would love nothing more than
to tear the monster down with my hands.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And yet, how do you defeat a foe
you cannot even land a blow on...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 374 |
|
126 |
How are you all?
On your way back home soon?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Forgive me. You'd have been long gone
by now if that were an option, eh?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All of us here are painfully familiar
with that feeling, I don't mind telling you...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 375 |
|
126 |
You're welcome to stay here as long as
it takes you to figure things out. Though
I do hope you'll pull your own weight...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...You know what I mean. You're no
pushovers, I can tell, so you should spare
some time helping your new allies.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 376 |
|
126 |
Our land survey has told us that there are
some caves over past Clear Sky Bluff.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We think they might be of Giant make, but
they're a place of great danger. Don't go
running heedlessly into trouble, you hear?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 377 |
|
126 |
Have you been to Gran Dell yet?
It's... Is it...? Uhm...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No, never mind. It's nothing.
We lived there once, but...
...Oh, forget it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 378 |
|
126 |
The fissure...
What manner of thing is it...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We've already abandoned Alcamoth...
How far will we have to run to be safe...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 379 |
|
126 |
They'd better shore up their defences...
Gran Dell can't be allowed to fall...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Huh? Grh, just ignore me.
And look after yourselves, you hear?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 380 |
|
126 |
Very well, then. It seems I have no choice.
I'll go along with your plan...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If I don't save my family, who will...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 381 |
|
126 |
You lot should go on ahead to Gran Dell.
We'll be right behind you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Our families' lives are at stake.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 382 |
|
126 |
Mmmmmgh...
Could something have happened...?
But...what could it have been...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hrm? What is it?
We can take care of our own
matters here, don't worry.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You lot focus on our home...
Alcamoth needs you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 383 |
|
126 |
Mmmmmgh...
Could something have happened...?
But...what could it have been...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 384 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=think ]Is something worrying him...?
He seems lost in his own thoughts...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 385 |
|
126 |
When we left Gran Dell, I swore I would
never return, but now that I have...
It would appear I actually missed it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It feels like something from the faraway
past... Though in reality, it really hasn't
been all that long, has it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 386 |
|
126 |
Thanks to you lot, I could once again
protect my people... My family...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...You have my thanks.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 387 |
|
126 |
When we left Gran Dell, I swore I would
never return, but now that I have...
It would appear I actually missed it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It feels like something from the faraway
past... Though in reality, it really hasn't
been all that long, has it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 388 |
|
126 |
Thanks to you, Lady Melia, I could once
again protect my people... My family...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The dead can never be brought back
to life, but we, the living, are not yet
powerless to make a difference...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Had you not brought us back here,
I may not have realised that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 389 |
|
126 |
Oh, it's you.
We really owe you for earlier.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Things are much better now, thanks
to you. I think we'll be able to take it
from here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]After all, you need to focus all your
efforts on saving Alcamoth... Please.
Please, rescue our home.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 390 |
|
126 |
We managed to avoid any further harm
thanks to Radzam's quick work reverse-
engineering that devil drink.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It makes me realise that...there really is
a limit to what we can achieve alone...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 391 |
|
126 |
Lady Melia! A thousand thanks for your
assistance. With Your Grace's help, that
rascal Bana also got what he deserved.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I don't know how to express our gratitude,
and my shame at burdening you with yet
more of our inconsequential issues...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Defeating the Fog King is of the utmost
importance. Thank you for undertaking
the task, and may Fate watch over you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 392 |
|
126 |
We managed to avoid any further harm
thanks to Radzam's quick work reverse-
engineering that devil drink.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...This realisation comes late, I know,
but I feel I may finally understand the
significance of working together...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 393 |
|
126 |
We store and maintain our arms with the
strictest care. Please, don't touch them.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...I've got checklists, you know.
Inventories too, always kept up-to-date.
If anything goes missing, I'll know.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 394 |
|
126 |
I also spot-check the equipment
periodically, just to be sure it's in tip-top
shape for when we need it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Some of the weapons belonged to
men who are no longer with us. It can
be...difficult, handling those....[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 395 |
|
126 |
Living here is not easy, but it's the
path we chose for ourselves, so we
have no regrets.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...The day we left Alcamoth behind,
we swore an oath to the memory of
our fallen companions...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We said we'd go back there, some day,
somehow... No hardship is too great,
so long as I'm working towards that goal.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 396 |
|
126 |
When storing our supplies, we prioritise
portability, so that they can be brought to
Alcamoth with ease, when the time comes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know the chances are slim, but I believe.
If I don't give up on my hopes, one day
they will all be rewarded. [XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 397 |
|
126 |
Hmmm...
I could have sworn it was right here...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]A quartermaster losing an
inventory list... Who ever heard
of greater incompetence...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 398 |
|
126 |
...Ah, sorry for muttering to myself.
I don't suppose you've seen a loose paper
around? It was part of an important list...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...No? Right, right... Well, if you do
come across it, please let me know.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have of course made copies. I still have
my pride! But without the original on file,
I just don't think I'll be able to sleep...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 399 |
|
126 |
Ah, it's you...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm currently updating the medical supply
inventory. There's not enough, clearly,
but if we economise, maybe we'll make it...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 400 |
|
126 |
There must be some supplies left
hidden away somewhere...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll find them. I'll fix it somehow. I have to.
That's my whole purpose here, after all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 401 |
|
126 |
It takes time to relocate this many people,
but it seems like time is one more thing we
can't afford to waste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You all should go on ahead to Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 402 |
|
126 |
I've put recon and sorting out the group
logistics at the top of my priority list.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We'll follow close behind you. You'll see...
So please, go on ahead to Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 403 |
|
126 |
Many of the guards were wounded
fighting the Fogbeasts, so securing extra
medical supplies will be paramount...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We may have to accept the risks and
expand the search radius...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 404 |
|
126 |
When withdrawing from the capital, we
could get hands on equipment to spare.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But because of those Fogbeast attacks,
there's a real chance of running out.
We have to head that off at the pass...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 405 |
|
126 |
I've had all the materiel I could routed
from Companions' Cape, but I have to
wonder how long it'll last...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I pray you'll be able to dispatch the
Fog King before we're depleted.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 406 |
|
126 |
Even with the ramparts in place, who can
tell how long we can stand against all
those Fogbeasts...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Our fate rests with you.
Please, don't let us down...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 407 |
|
126 |
You know, I'm glad we're back in
Gran Dell and all that, but now I've been
landed with all these extra problems...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have to deal with the people's worries,
and manage supplies, and, and...
...Great, here comes the migraine again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 408 |
|
126 |
I never dreamed I'd be back here one day.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I also never dreamed that my preliminary
calculations for returning to Alcamoth
would prove useful like this.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Life really throws you for a loop
sometimes, doesn't it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 409 |
|
126 |
The supply situation is still quite dire,
but at least the people of Gran Dell have
shared some of their stores with us.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Their kindness and openness really
shows me we did the right thing by
coming back...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 410 |
|
126 |
Once we left Gran Dell, I didn't expect
they'd ever welcome us back... Certainly
not that they'd do it so warmly...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Life really throws you for a loop
sometimes, doesn't it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 411 |
|
126 |
I came here to the Companions' Cape
as part of my fieldwork, you see.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]In truth, I could've continued in Gran
Dell... But one can't complain. Not when
there are such exquisite specimens here...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 412 |
|
126 |
I used to have an assistant, way back
when. I wonder what's become of him
now?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He'd use any excuse to skulk off and fill
his belly so I don't lament his absence, but
he did have an exceptionally good eye...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 413 |
|
126 |
Have you seen the way ether deposits
glow at night? It's so very enchanting,
don't you think?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Sometimes I feel I could just get lost in
the beauty of it all. It's one of the reasons
I began my career as a scientist.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 414 |
|
126 |
When I was little, I'd stay up all night and
scour my home town for ether deposits.
My parents weren't all too keen on that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now that I can look at them whenever
I want, the thrill has worn off somewhat...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still, I'm sure that the young me would
have been incredibly envious to hear
what I'm doing now.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 415 |
|
126 |
Ah, back again? How are you managing
with the Ether Pick?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I imagine there's actually more room for
improvement, but... No, no. We shouldn't
sacrifice endurance for capability.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 416 |
|
126 |
The prototype for the next Common
Ether Pick is proving a bit of a chore
to develop.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The one you have on you should hold
you in good stead for now, at least.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Still, it's a shame to let such willing
guinea pi- That is, such skilled persons
like yourself go to waste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 417 |
|
126 |
I know the Common Ether Pick I had you
test broke rather quickly, but that's
perfectly fine.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]The next one will be far better, I assure
you. I'll have to look into different
materials to increase the durability...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 418 |
|
126 |
Traversing the wilderness to reach
an ether deposit can be a very risky
endeavour.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If I can make the Ether Pick easier to heft,
it should improve the pace at which you
can mine, resulting in higher yields.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 419 |
|
126 |
It's been a fair while since I last visited, but
I see Gran Dell is still the same as ever.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]A bit unsettled, yes, but then it's never
exactly been the most placid of havens...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 420 |
|
126 |
When all this settles down, I expect I'll
be traipsing off to some other far-flung
location for more research.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You've a lot riding on your shoulders.
Take care, all right? I'm sure we'll see each
other again soon.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 421 |
|
126 |
For logistical reasons, I had to
leave some of my resources back
at Companions' Cape...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That might be why I've found
myself starting to reconsider the
way I approach my research.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 422 |
|
126 |
When I reach a loose end, I find that
talking to someone tends to get my
creative juices flowing.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But it seems not everyone thinks the
same way as me. It's proving hard to find
someone who's on the same wavelength...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, I wouldn't dream of inconveniencing
you. I'm just going to have to keep looking.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's times like these I wish my assistant
were still here. That Nopon was a
character all right...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 423 |
|
126 |
Oh? You've reinforced your
Ether Pick... Might I ask whose
aid it was that you enlisted?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Ah, Lott? Right, makes sense...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'd seen that material before, but
I dismissed it on account of how
difficult it is to process.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have a number of other materials I've
been meaning to try out, but perhaps...
Thank you. I may reach out to him later.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 424 |
|
126 |
Incidentally...
How are you finding the Reinforced
Ether Pick? Do you find it easy to use?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ah, I see! Fascinating!
Not quite how I would have done it,
but fascinating nonetheless.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Well, I'll keep my research up anyway.
It's the only way when you're truly
passionate about your job![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 425 |
|
126 |
I like tinkering with mechanisms very much.
It all started when I was little, and Mother
gave me this music box...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When evacuating the capital, it was the
one item I took pains to bring with me...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But afterwards, it just didn't play right...
Maybe it was just the age, or maybe I hit it
against something, I couldn't tell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It'd been weighing on me for a while.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 426 |
|
126 |
But with the cogs you brought me, I could
finally fix my precious keepsake. I'll always
be grateful to you for that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Hearing the song never fails to soothe
my soul. It...really is my greatest treasure.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 427 |
|
126 |
When I watch the tiny cogs, springs, rods,
escapements, going round and round...
It's mesmerising.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Even when they're not serving any
grand purpose, I find myself collecting
them by the dozen.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 428 |
|
126 |
But the more complicated the mechanism,
the more fascinated I am by it... Or maybe
'thrilled' would be a better word...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 429 |
|
126 |
The Machina are quite skilled with
machines, aren't they? ...Seems pretty
obvious, now that I say it out loud...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Even before, when I asked about my
music box, they replied extremely
exhaustively, and with such care...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I never knew any Machina back when
I was in the capital... Now I really wish I had.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 430 |
|
126 |
There is so much I can learn about
technology from speaking to the Machina,
I completely lose track of time.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]They're also so patient about explaining,
I feel like I can understand everything.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 431 |
|
126 |
Earlier, as I was listening to my music box,
a Homs came up and talked to me. They
wanted to know the name of the song...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'd never even thought of that before...
Now I wish I'd asked my mother when I still
had the possibility to...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 432 |
|
126 |
I like the sound my music box
makes when I wind it up.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But when I was winding it earlier,
a passing Nopon mistook it for the
noise of my stomach rumbling...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I laughed until I thought my stomach
might burst. It's been a long while since
I've laughed that hard![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 433 |
|
126 |
As the cleanup continues, this ancient
dwelling is slowly starting to feel more
like a home of our own...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 434 |
|
126 |
And it isn't as though I don't
want to go back. I do, but...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's more that...I don't think there's
anything wrong with having another
place you can call home.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 435 |
|
126 |
I simply cannot stand to see things
scattered about and out of place...
Call me a 'neat freak', I don't mind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 436 |
|
126 |
...It will not happen overnight, but if we
continue working in earnest to clean it up,
I believe we can make this a proud city.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 437 |
|
126 |
There are more hands helping with the
cleanup. And you know what that means...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It means we have new residents!
We ought to pick up the pace somewhat![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 438 |
|
126 |
Some people say that home is where
you lay your hat, but I've certainly come
to love this place dearly.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Now then! Where shall I clean up today...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 439 |
|
126 |
With more residents, we will also
be needing more residences...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Oh, I believe we can manage like this,
but it is getting a bit cramped... I think
the boys especially will need more room...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's truly been a boon that you gathered
all that Hover Stone for us![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 440 |
|
126 |
Some other folk lived here once, before.
And one day, other folk will live here yet...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It makes me all the more eager to get on
with my tidying when I consider how it will
serve the people of the future![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 441 |
|
126 |
Yeah, meat is nice and all, but really,
I think seafood's where it's at...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 442 |
|
126 |
...I mean, food's the foundation, right?
We might not feast like we did in Alcamoth,
but I still want people to eat well...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 443 |
|
126 |
Hmm... It's still missing something...
Might need a pinch more sweetness...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 444 |
|
126 |
...Back in the capital, we were rushed
off our feet all the time.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I was always wishing I had more time
to interact with the diners, or to work
on developing new recipes...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But now that I'm here, I have loads of time.
On the other hand, the ingredients and
implements at my disposal are limited.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It makes me realise how blessed
I was back then, you know?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 445 |
|
126 |
Yeah, meat is nice and all, but really,
I think seafood's where it's at...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh? You're looking for a chef?
Very good. Once I've come up with a new
recipe, I'll be happy to hear you out.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can't tell when that might be, though...
It's not like you're killing time either, right?
Good things come to those who wait.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 446 |
|
126 |
...Hmm... It's still missing something...
Might need a pinch more sweetness...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh? You're looking for a chef?
Very good. Once I've come up with a new
recipe, I'll be happy to hear you out.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Can't tell when that might be, though...
It's not like you're killing time either, right?
Good things come to those who wait.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 447 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
What a woman...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So cool and aloof... So athletic... And that
sharp profile... The sight of her pierces my
heart and nails me in place, every time...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 448 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
I haven't seen hide nor hair of her
after she moved out to that lab...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But recently, she and, uh, Teelan, was it?
Her little brother? Anyway, they've both
been staying in Gran Dell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Has something bad happened...?
If only I knew, I could try to be
a comfort to her somehow...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 449 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
What a woman...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So cool and aloof... So athletic... And that
sharp profile... The sight of her pierces my
heart and nails me in place, every time...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh? You're looking for a chef?
Look, no offence, but can it wait?
I'm not really in the mood right now...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 450 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
I haven't seen hide nor hair of her
after she moved out to that lab...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But recently, she and, uh, Teelan, was it?
Her little brother? Anyway, they've both
been staying in Gran Dell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Has something bad happened...?
If only I knew, I could try to be
a comfort to her somehow...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Darn, it's got me so riled up, I can
barely think of anything else...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 451 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
She's a force of nature...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Her looks and presence were enough to
smite me, but now I also know she's an
awesome fighter, it's too much to bear![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 452 |
|
126 |
*sigh* Miss Tyrea...
She's a force of nature...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Her looks and presence were enough to
smite me, but now I also know she's an
awesome fighter, it's too much to bear![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Darn, it's got me so riled up, I can
barely think of anything else...![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 453 |
|
126 |
Friends! Oh man, what have I done...?
I've really put my foot in it this time...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I showed Miss Tyrea my cooking,
and she just went speechless![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That means...
I mean, it must mean...
It's gotta be... Right...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's true, isn't it...?
...She's head over heels for me!!![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 454 |
|
126 |
Women with cold demeanours like Miss
Tyrea are secretly warm on the inside!
I read it in a book once, so it must be so![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Dang, I just realised...
Is my next recipe going to have to be
the wedding cake?![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll be sure to invite you to the party,
so please promise me you'll be there![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 455 |
|
126 |
Hey there, friends!
Been keeping well, I trust?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That dessert thing was oodles of fun!
Definitely give me a shout if anything
like that comes up ever again![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 456 |
|
126 |
And that guy, Arara...
Wow, that one can really put it away,
am I right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Seeing someone enjoy food that much
really makes me feel blessed. It's the
highest praise a chef can get![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 457 |
|
126 |
Grandad knows about almost everything![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He's been teaching me about bugs,
and flowers, and, and, clouds and stuff...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 458 |
|
126 |
I didn't use to really like learning.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But Grandad makes it all super interesting,
so I never get bored of listening to him.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 459 |
|
126 |
Hey, hey, do you know about Sky Moles?
I showed one to Grandad the other day,
and he was super happy. [XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So I wanna show him more cool stuff!
Hey, do you guys have any ideas?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 460 |
|
126 |
Maybe some Snare Wire...?
Uhmm, he probably knows all
about those already, huh...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I wonder if there's anything
Grandad hasn't seen yet...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 461 |
|
126 |
Hey guys! I wanna thank you for before![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Grandad's leg is all better now!
Now if anything happens, we'll be able
to get away together.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 462 |
|
126 |
I like our house, but it's a little small.
There's not enough room to play tag...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm gonna grow up big and strong, and
then I can build a whole new house, just
for Grandad and me![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 463 |
|
126 |
When I gave Grandad the kit you got me,
he smiled really happily and then ruffled
up my hair! It made me really feel special![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And it's all thanks to you all!
Thanks so much![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 464 |
|
126 |
Sometimes I'll give Grandad a hug,
and then he'll lift me up into the air!
It feels like flying, I love it![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]So I thought, when I get big and strong,
I'll lift Grandad up for a change![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Heheh... I'll have to keep Grandad
alive and well till then![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 465 |
|
126 |
You must have noticed that people of
many different races call Gran Dell home.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Long is the shadow cast by the great war,
and the feelings of many here are just as
strong and complex as you might imagine.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I hope that despite all that, we can
all come together and live here in peace...
I hope it's not just wishful thinking.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 466 |
|
126 |
I am not myself exempt, of course.
I have many lingering regrets, as many
Machina do...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I'm more at peace now than I was
previously. That child has really saved me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 467 |
|
126 |
It may be a simple function of the
many years I've lived, but I have been
witness to countless things.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And yet, the time I spend with the boy
feels as fresh as anything I've ever
experienced, and priceless because of it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 468 |
|
126 |
The child and I share no blood ties,
but he really does feel like my kin.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Even though, in Homs years, I would be
old enough to be his... Well, suffice it to
say it's far too many 'great's to count![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 469 |
|
126 |
You'll forgive me, I hope, for not
standing up. My knee joint was damaged
in the Fogbeast Armu attack...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm unfortunately unable to walk,
and even being on my feet for too
long is proving problematic...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 470 |
|
126 |
When damaged, we Machina can usually
undergo repairs to get us back to working
order, but it is not so for Homs...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I may have an old jalopy of a body, but
I'm happy it sufficed to protect the boy...
I shall wear this injury as a mark of honour.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 471 |
|
126 |
As if the damage caused by the Fogbeasts
wasn't enough by itself, I fear finding the
materials to fix it will also be a headache.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Fixing me should therefore take a lower
priority. I have tried to make the boy
understand this, but he is being stubborn.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]He seems to think my injury is his fault,
and frets about it constantly. What a kind
and tender child he is...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 472 |
|
126 |
I am an old Machina now, with creaky
joints and tremors in all sorts of places.
Really, it's a wonder I'm still moving at all.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But for the child's sake, I must be strong.
I will keep him happy and safe, even if it
is that which kills me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 473 |
|
126 |
Oh, it's you! I've heard all about what
you did from the boy. It appears I find
myself in your debt.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Please, allow me to thank you myself.
I am truly grateful.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 474 |
|
126 |
I was fully prepared to meet death
trapped in my body as it was, hardly
moving, falling apart...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But thankfully, the time is not yet upon us.
I will savour this deferment.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 475 |
|
126 |
The boy has beseeched me to
live on for a long time yet...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know not if the child's parents will ever
be found, but at the very least I pledge
to see him grow up healthy.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 476 |
|
126 |
The child loves all living things, and listens
to my stories with a glint in his eyes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Before long, he may become wiser in the
ways of living beings than myself...
Honestly, I look forward to that day.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 477 |
|
126 |
Each self has their own way of
thinking, of moving through life.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When we're talking about members of
different races, the gulf grows... Mutual
respect and understanding are the key.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 478 |
|
126 |
Everyone is free to reflect on the war
however they want, but right now we're
a community, living and working together...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As our circumstances and environment
have changed, so must we strive to adapt
to them in cooperation with each other.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 479 |
|
126 |
I consider it my first order of business
here to ensure prosperity and stability
for everyone living here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Securing food, clothing and shelter for
all the residents will allow them to relax
and focus on more than pure survival.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When your spirit is distraught, your body
can become untrustworthy as well.
It's a simple fact of life.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 480 |
|
126 |
The environment of Gran Dell is truly
spectacular. The clear air, the pure water
and fertile soil...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And the climate that toes the fine line
between hot and cold... But also the walls
which protect us from the world outside.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Truly, it would be difficult to imagine
an environment more conducive to
fostering harmony...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 481 |
|
126 |
So Fogbeasts are born from the
influence of the rift... And as the rift
widens, so will its area of effect...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 482 |
|
126 |
I fear there is no time to waste.
Please, hurry to the laboratory
and bring me the notes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 483 |
|
126 |
You can leave the residents'
evacuation to me. Please, friends...
You must take care of the Fogbeasts![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 484 |
|
126 |
In the past, I was unable to stop the
others from leaving Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I've given up on the idea of living together,
but maybe you will achieve what I couldn't.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 485 |
|
126 |
We have put our trust in you, and will
be waiting. Please, be very careful.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 486 |
|
126 |
I can't tell you how happy it makes me
that the others have agreed to return
to Gran Dell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]More needs doing than ever before,
but if we work as one, we can overcome
all difficulties step by step.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]You are our saviours, friends,
make no mistake. We cannot possibly
thank you enough, but we'll try.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 487 |
|
126 |
With a high-density ether field, the
Fog King should become vulnerable
to attack.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Strength and honour, friends.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 488 |
|
126 |
With your assistance, the formula for
Radzamalt³ is now complete.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Everyone makes an odd face when they
hear the name, and try their first mouthful
in a manner most timid...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]At least once they've tried it, they do
praise the flavour. Would you like a taste
as well, friends?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 489 |
|
126 |
As a Machina, I have no sense of taste,
but I'm pleased to see how my creation
is relished.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I like to imagine my pleasure is not too
dissimilar to the one others derive from
the eating, actually.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 490 |
|
126 |
On the subject of that BanaXxX stuff,
if I successfully tweak the formula, it may
become a potent performance enhancer.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It would serve a different purpose to
my Radzamalt³, but still prove a valuable
asset to the community.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 491 |
|
126 |
That Bama... Oh, no, pardon me.
Bana, wasn't it?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]As a remedial measure to his lack of
exercise, we've enlisted him to deliver
provisions to the ramparts.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Once the new and improved BanaXxX
is ready, I'm thinking of adding that to
the delivery list, too...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Seeing his handiwork do someone some
good for a change should improve his
moral fibre... Well, I hope so, anyway.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 492 |
|
126 |
In process of getting debt repaid,
Arara become huge debtor himself.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Arara offer mighty thanks!
Have had enough dessert to
last for a little while...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 493 |
|
126 |
Arara has always loved pudding,
ever since littlepon days.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Has been life-long dream to eat pudding
that so big, could not devour all of.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Who say dreams not come true?!
Om nom nom, meh![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 494 |
|
126 |
Whenever Arara see ether deposit,
get flashbacks to when worked stint
as research assistant.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Job promise to come with full board,
so Arara not really read fine print...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Contents of job too tedious to recount,
but also never any breaks, and food was
extreme awful. Arara could not deal with...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 495 |
|
126 |
...Oh oh oh? Friends have ether pick?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Ahhhh, that bring back memories.
Arara used to go round ether deposits
with ether pick too...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 496 |
|
126 |
Roll up, roll up!
Can see friends have keen eye for-
...Meh?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 497 |
|
126 |
[XENO:type type=anger ]Meh-MEH?! Why you...
Why you here...?![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 498 |
|
126 |
...What? You only come here to talk?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Sorry, when friends approach so sudden,
Bama just surprise. Not because shifty or
anything. Is legit, all above-board business![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Am selling new drink of type that make
by dissolve in water. If friends curious,
should buy and try for self. No refunds![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 499 |
|
126 |
If hold nose and drink in one gulp,
can barely taste taste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Meh?
Is no call for making that face![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 500 |
|
126 |
...Meh?
Friends saying it dangerous,
so please to escape?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Fiddlesticks! Bama not afraid!
If someone want to escape, then feel
free to escape. Bama staying put![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 501 |
|
126 |
Evacuating is for unambitious people.
If have enough free time to evacuate,
should use to make money instead.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Bama not care what anyone say,
will not run and will not hide![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 502 |
|
126 |
Am selling new drink of type that make
by dissolve in water. If have curious,
should buy and try for self. No refunds![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 503 |
|
126 |
If hold nose and drink in one gulp,
can barely taste taste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 504 |
|
126 |
If dissolve in water and drink each day,
will feel more healthy in no time flat![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 505 |
|
126 |
If hold nose and drink in one gulp,
can barely taste taste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 506 |
|
126 |
Owing to favourable reception, we
improve product once again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If dissolve in water and drink each day,
will feel more healthy in no time flat![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 507 |
|
126 |
With delicious nutrients from seafood,
brainpower might also improve![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]If hold nose and drink in one gulp,
can barely taste taste.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 508 |
|
126 |
This latest and last reinvention!
Act now for free early-bird offer
of one extra drink, absolutely free![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Bama especially proud of this one,
so offering free sample! If suspect
shenanigans, try and decide for self![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 509 |
|
126 |
...Meh?
Friends want taste?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Unfortunately, product very popular and
liable to run out. If not have inclination to
purchase, then please not to waste time.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 510 |
|
126 |
*huff* *huff* *huff*[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Why great Bana... *wheeze*
reduced to... *puff* delivery job?!
...Mehhh... *hiccough*[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 511 |
|
126 |
Who could predict... *huff*
such cruel punishment...? *puff* Mehhh...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Even running on wheel... *huff*
in Frontier Village...*puff*
was better... *cough* *cough* Mehhhh...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 512 |
|
126 |
Meh! It's friends!
Thanks for searching out
Pororo's Favourite![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Thanks to friends, Pororo
avoid punishment![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But on sadder note, all of
Pororo's Favourite got taken
away by esteemed person...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 513 |
|
126 |
On orders from esteemed person,
secret flavour now being added to
Pororo's Favourite...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]To be honest, Pororo think that it
already plenty delish, and not need
any extra flavour, secret or no...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Meh-meh! Pororo should probably keep
further information to Pororo's self...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 514 |
|
126 |
Esteemed person lately have good
mood. When add secret flavour, sales
increase numerous times over.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No matter how much Pororo make,
everything sell out! Pororo exhaust...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 515 |
|
126 |
Proportions and measurements of
secret flavour all decided by esteemed
person that employ Pororo.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]To Pororo, it all much of muchness.
Exactly the same level of delicious,
cannot decide favourite![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 516 |
|
126 |
Lord Bana is very scary person...
But also very clever and reliable![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Right now, he deliver food to ramparts
as part of punishment for crimes...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Maybe that also solve problem of
not enough exercise? Ooh, Pororo
cannot wait to see Lord Bana get slim![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 517 |
|
126 |
...Meh? Lord Bana run slow?
That not laziness or sabotage, it just
consequence of sedentary lifestyle![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Must be, he very busy recently and not
have time to work out, and also drink
too much of own merchandise to boot.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 518 |
|
126 |
Pororo been helping Radzam, because
want to make BanaXxX into yummy drink
that everyone can enjoy![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Meh? Oh, please not to worry! Pororo
only in charge of production. Testing is
job for Hom Hom and Bird People![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 519 |
|
126 |
Meh-meh... So it appear that what is
yummy for Pororo, not necessarily also
yummy for others...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Mehh... But that mean that others leave
Pororo's yummy for Pororo, so Pororo
can eat however much want? Score![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 520 |
|
126 |
Talking to Radzam has been a great
help in my research. He understands
why it's important.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'm sure he'll be willing and
able to help you all, too![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 521 |
|
126 |
I had heaps and heaps of notes in my lab
in Alcamoth, so I couldn't get them all out
when we were escaping...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Big Sis and I have been going back for
them whenever we had a chance...but
there's still more of them left to get.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 522 |
|
126 |
When I speak with people about my
research, they're all incredibly supportive.
Big Sis, Radzam, all sort of other folks...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's all thanks to them that I can
use the transporters, or even work
on my research at all![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 523 |
|
126 |
It's a shame about the lab burning
up, but I'm glad at least everyone's
all right...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 524 |
|
126 |
Thank you, Miss! With that tome, me and
Big Sis will be able to keep on working![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 525 |
|
126 |
High Ether Crystals are incredibly rare,
so I have no clue where to find them...
If we had one, we might stand a chance...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 526 |
|
126 |
I don't imagine we'll be able to rebuild the
lab for a while, so in the meantime, I hope
Radzam won't mind us working at his.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 527 |
|
126 |
I knew you guys were something else!
You really got the High Ether Crystal!
Now you can finally face the Fog King...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Or, no, sorry, you were going to
Companions' Cape before that, right?
Please be careful![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 528 |
|
126 |
You can leave Gran Dell in the hands
of Big Sis Tyrea and her men.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just make sure you come back safely![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 529 |
|
126 |
You'll be able to defeat the Fog King,
I'm completely sure of it![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll be waiting for you to come back
safely, all right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 530 |
|
126 |
Big Sis Tyrea and her men will keep
Gran Dell safe, don't you worry.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Just make sure you come back safely![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 531 |
|
126 |
This lab's in quite the inconvenient
location, even if it is nominally for the
benefit of the research...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]That's why we make regular supply runs
to Gran Dell. It also helps us stay in touch
with the goings-on there.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 532 |
|
126 |
I've told Teelan a thousand times not to
go out alone when I'm away... But does
he listen? No. No, he does not.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I don't want to imagine what would've
happened if you hadn't been there.
...Ahem. Apologies for the hassle.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 533 |
|
126 |
Ah...
Looks like Melia's with us again.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Have you talked to Teelan yet?
He's been worried about you, you know.
I'm sure he's happy you're not dead.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 534 |
|
126 |
You never know when more Fogbeasts
might appear... Mind how you go.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 535 |
|
126 |
You'll fetch the Companions for us,
won't you? This is the one chance
we'll get...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Trust in me, and don't you dare stray.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 536 |
|
126 |
If the rift grows beyond its current size,
the manpower we have won't be enough...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But I don't think we'll hold on that long
anyway, so the point is moot. You'd best
hurry up and go, before I change my mind.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 537 |
|
126 |
Leave the defences to me.
You have a duty only you can fulfil,
so you'd better get to it.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 538 |
|
126 |
The Fog King is in the villa. I'm entrusting
the future of the High Entia to you...
You better not disappoint me.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 539 |
|
126 |
Fate's a funny thing... Before,
I could hardly have imagined
so much as speaking to you.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It appears that people do change,
just too slow to notice it themselves...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 540 |
|
126 |
I never thought myself suited for a life
of the mind, but once I started on the
research, I surprised myself...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]When all is said and done, I would like
to rebuild the lab and help Teelan once
more, I think.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 541 |
|
126 |
Yes? What is it now?
...Oh, you're wondering about this dish?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Yes, well, some Homs man
offered it to me earlier...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]What was it he called it...?
'Risotto à la Gran Dell, an ocean of
devotion for an angel true'...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It's meant to be a seafood risotto with
a rich aroma and a deep, mellow body,
but...frankly, I don't trust shellfish.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I didn't intend to cause offence, but
clearly I'd failed in that respect, as he up
and ran away before I could say a word.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Some people can be outright strange.
Still, the dish itself is blameless.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll probably just make the most
of it and feed it to Teelan.
Waste not, want not, right?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 542 |
|
126 |
It's been a while since I saw a new face
in this land. How'd you even get here, eh?
The Bionis' Shoulder is floating in mid-air![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Most of the people on the Shoulder now
are refugees from Alcamoth, or from the
Bionis' and Mechonis' collapse.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 543 |
|
126 |
Speaking of refugees from the world's
collapse, that goes for the monsters, too.
Some come from much lower altitudes.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Here, though, even those have all become
fierce killers. The weak ones must've been
winnowed out...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Although at least we don't see any
Mechon any more. That's about the only
improvement on last year...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 544 |
|
126 |
It's hard to believe that Gran Dell
could be attacked by Fogbeasts...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]No time for deliberations, though.
To the ramparts, on the double![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 545 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260012_02_006 |
| 546 |
|
126 |
I'm sure some of Gran Dell's residents
have a thing or two to say to us returnees
from Companions' Cape...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I suppose there's nothing for it but to
show them our intentions by guarding
them with our lives.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 547 |
|
126 |
In the daytime, I guard the entrance...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And at night, as you can see, I train.
Doesn't even matter if anyone's watching.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 548 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260012_04_001 |
| 549 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260012_04_006 |
| 550 |
|
126 |
As long as I'm moving my body, I don't
have room to think of anything else...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Or, that's what I hoped, at least. In reality,
I keep seeing Gran Dell in the distance,
and fretting...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 551 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260013_01_006 |
| 552 |
|
126 |
How many more of those Fogbeasts will
we see, threatening the ramparts...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 553 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260013_02_006 |
| 554 |
|
126 |
I've been assigned to guarding the town.
You never know when more Armus might
turn into Fogbeasts, after all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Good thing I kept up with my daily training
at Companions' Cape. It was all preparing
me for this![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 555 |
|
126 |
Stars help me, but I'm sleepy...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 556 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260013_04_001 |
| 557 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260013_04_006 |
| 558 |
|
126 |
Swinging a sword around like this
makes me think back to Eryth Sea...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I was always training back when I was
there, before. Day in, day out...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 559 |
|
126 |
Oh yeah, the island with the transporter
that goes to Alcamoth... That used to be
in Eryth Sea.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It must've drifted over here when
the Bionis broke apart...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 560 |
|
126 |
I'm worried about the people in Gran Dell...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 561 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260014_02_006 |
| 562 |
|
126 |
The Fog King is an untouchable being,
impervious to any and all attacks...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]But not if you've got anything
to say about it, hmm?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I believe you'll do what nobody before you
could. Nay, I know you will. Now, go out
there, do the deed, and come back safe.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 563 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260014_03_006 |
| 564 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260014_04_001 |
| 565 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260014_04_006 |
| 566 |
|
126 |
Oi, get down from here right now!
You're not soldiers, it's dangerous.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 567 |
|
126 |
I wonder when Maxis will stop sulking
and order another expedition against
the Fog King...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Then again, as a simple grunt, it's not
really my place to wonder stuff like that.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 568 |
|
126 |
Something's been worrying me. I can't
see very well from here, 'cause it's right
in the shadow of that rock face, but...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Was that smoke I saw rising, not far
from the capital?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I wish I could check it out from closer up,
but my orders are strict and clear...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 569 |
|
126 |
The monsters are getting restless...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]We haven't got much in the way of
fortifications here, so it's crucial to spot
trouble while it's still a ways away.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 570 |
|
126 |
I can only hope that Gran Dell's ramparts
don't fall while we're faffing about here...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There really isn't much time to waste![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 571 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260015_03_006 |
| 572 |
|
126 |
This is the first place I wanted to visit
after returning to Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I fought shoulder-to-shoulder with a lot
of the people who now sleep peacefully
in the dirt under these graves.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I have to wonder what they'd think
if they saw us come back here now...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 573 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260015_04_006 |
| 574 |
|
126 |
Lend me your ears a minute, will you?
The Telethia are pureblooded High Entia,
transformed into monstrous shape...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Their faces in those final moments still
haunt my dreams sometimes...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And somewhere in a corner of my heart,
I feel gratitude for whichever of my
ancestors made my blood 'impure'...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]...Oh, sorry, I'm not sure why I just told
you all that. I guess you just struck me
as good listeners, is all...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Perhaps it's just that you're the first
strangers I've met in a while.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 575 |
|
126 |
Have you had a chance to visit the tip
of the Cape yet? There's a place there
called the Companions' Forum.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]There's an old story about two men
who met there to pledge everlasting
friendship...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I know it's just a legend, but I hope their
friendship lasted through the years, not
like with us and the Gran Dell lot...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 576 |
|
126 |
There's nowhere round these parts that
could afford us a peaceful and carefree
existence...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]Gazing out into this wide-open sky
drives home how insignificant we are
in the grand scheme of things.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 577 |
|
126 |
Are Gran Dell's residents doing OK...?[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I imagine they must resent us for
abandoning them and the town...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 578 |
|
126 |
I don't know about the others,
but I, for one, feel a lot of regret over
turning my back on Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I hope we'll have the chance to atone
for it...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 579 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260016_03_006 |
| 580 |
|
126 |
This time for sure, I'll... I'll...![XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I'll make sure the Companions and the
Gran Dell folk never fall out again,
by hook or by crook![XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 581 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260016_04_006 |
| 582 |
|
126 |
You wanted to apply for resettlement?
Sorry, but Companions' Cape is groaning
under strain from us soldiers alone.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 583 |
|
126 |
Solthas, my fellow quartermaster, does
venture out in search of useful bits and
bobs sometimes, but it's a risky business.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And then you've got someone like me.
No sword, yet with my quill and parchment
I serve the Companions just the same.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All of us here on the Cape do, one way
or the other.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 584 |
|
126 |
I'm arranging the materiel that will
need transporting to Gran Dell.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I realise it doesn't look like much, but
please understand that I am helping
however I can.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 585 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260075_02_006 |
| 586 |
|
126 |
I've decided to help with the
management of resources here.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]My hope is to implement the refined and
highly-efficient military rationing system
to avoid wastage...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 587 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260075_03_006 |
| 588 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260075_04_001 |
| 589 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260075_04_006 |
| 590 |
|
126 |
We all know better now than to face
the Fog King in direct combat.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]And yet, doubt clouds the mind and
makes the sword hand waver...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 591 |
|
126 |
Curse that Fog King...
The monster has taken our home from us,
stolen the lives of our friends...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It'd be best that you give it a wide berth
too. There's nothing you can possibly do
about it, anyway...[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 592 |
|
126 |
I'm not about to second-guess
Maxis' decision-making.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]All I've got to say is this - I feel like the
countless days I've spent beating our men
into shape can't have all been for naught.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 593 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260076_02_006 |
| 594 |
|
126 |
Everyone's overjoyed to have
made it back here safely.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]It is a good thing that we have,
to be sure, but the fundamentals of
the situation remain unchanged.[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]This wretched Fog King...[XENO:wait wait=key ][System:PageBreak ]I will not allow myself to smile while forced
to share a world with that abomination.[XENO:wait wait=key ][XENO:del del=this ] |
| 595 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260076_03_006 |
| 596 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260076_04_001 |
| 597 |
|
126 |
msg_2501t1am_NP260076_04_006 |