Attacked Naesala: Oh ho! Black wings! Among humans these are considered bad omens, are they not? Then take these omens as fact, and let them herald you to the afterlife!
Death - NPC Naesala: N-no... This cannot be...Is this...my...fate? What of Kilvas--
Death - Enemy Naesala: Guaa... I was careless...and you're better than expected. To me, my brethren! We leave at once!
Petrine's Concerns Petrine: Naesala! King Naesala of Kilvas! I would speak with you now! Naesala: Oh, if it isn't General Petrine. What brings you up to these frosty mountain peaks? Petrine: I've no time for pleasantries. Is it true? Has Crimea's army breached Tor Garen? Naesala: Though I am loathe to report it, this appears to be the case. Petrine: Bah! Kayachey, you worthless dog! Being defeated by that girl's motley band just proves how useless he was. Naesala: Surely it's not the general's fault alone. He was told that Crimea's army was weak and that Tor Garen was impregnable. And yet...he was defeated. I'd say that someone severely underestimated our enemy. Wouldn't you? Petrine: What was that? Do you dare to insult Daein, crow? Men have forfeited their lives for less. Naesala: Insult Daein? Never! Come now, General Petrine. I'm merely stating the facts. Regardless of the previous battle's outcome, Crimea's army will be stopped here. I will be taking the field myself. Petrine: ...Hmph. Sounds like you've set the stage for a grand performance. Naesala: General Petrine, Kilvas will always stand at Daein's side... As long as we receive our payment, of course. Petrine: If gold is all it takes, then may our friendship never end. See to it that your performance warrants such consideration! Homasa! Come here! Homasa: Yes. Petrine: Work with King Kilvas and put a stop to Crimea's army. No screw ups! Or else! Homasa: Leave it to me, General. Petrine: I will not suffer another failure, King Kilvas. You must finish them, and do so quickly...Are we clear? Arrr! I am sick to death of being made a fool by that Crimean floozy and her pathetic band of sellswords! Naesala: And the remaining portion of my fee? Petrine: Don't worry, we have it ready. You'll get paid when the job is done. Naesala: As long as we're clear on that point, everything's settled. Well then, I'm off. Petrine: Dog's breath! Even by half-breed standards, those crows are complete scum! Give that one even the smallest opening, and he'll steal the eyes from your skull. What an untrustworthy wretch.
Naesala is spotted - Janaff version Janaff: So, General...there look to be a lot of enemy soldiers ahead. Mostly Daein, but there are some crows from Kilvas as well. Ike: More than our last fight? Janaff: Yeah, there's a lot, but the most troubling thing is that King Kilvas is with them. Ike: The crow king himself is cooperating with Daein? Janaff: Yep. And compared to the other crows, the king is in a class by himself. Obviously, he's no match for our king, but... Anyway, you should move carefully.
Naesala is spotted - Ulki version Ulki: ...General Ike. I hear the sound of many wings ahead. It would seem Kilvas soldiers have joined the troops of Daein for this fight. Ike: Is Kilvas's contingent larger than the what we faced in the last battle? Ulki: There are many... But what causes me more concern is the voice of King Kilvas. Ike: The king himself is cooperating with Daein? Ulki: Yes. And compared to the other crows, the king is in a class by himself. We must be cautious.
Naesala is spotted - Generic Soldier Version Begnion Soldier: Enemy forces ahead! It's the Daien army! Ike: An ambush on this mountain road... They're trying to stop us from crossing. How many are there? Begnion Soldier: It's not a huge battalion, and they're mainly foot soldiers. Whether they're a match for us or not, I can't say. ...Hold, General! Kilvas crows have just been spotted as well!
How to deal with Naesala Ike: An entire unit under the command of King Kilvas? I think that bodes ill for us. Soren: The outcome of the battle hinges on how we deal with them. Ike: ... Titania: Kilvas soldiers, hm? As fellow bird tribe laguz, what can you tell us about them? Janaff: Please don't lump us together with those carrion birds. Ulki: We're not partial...to the crows. Reyson: ... Ike: As you know, we are outmanned by the Daein troops. Is there any way to get the ravens to withdraw? That would be a tremendous help. Janaff: ...Well, suppose I could go meet with King Kilvas... If I had to. I don't think that my speaking to him is going to make a difference, though. Ulki: If you like, we will try, but...Don't expect anything to come of it. Reyson: No matter the circumstance, I will never again speak to a crow.
Crimea is spotted Daein Soldier: Sir! The Crimean army has arrived! Homasa: I hope they are prepared to pass into oblivion. For this will be their final resting place! Naesala: Crimean stragglers joined with an army on loan from Begnion. I've even heard they have a betrayer in their midst. And yet they still march on... What an odd group. But as long as Kilvas stands at the side of Daein, they have no future. Ah, I suppose they're just unlucky.
More Discussion Nasir: How will you proceed? Ike: No tricks. Nothing fancy. We'll hit them from the front--fast and hard. Nasir: I'm sure you're already aware of this, but if you don't do something about Kilvas, you're at a disadvantage. Ike: Yes, I've heard about the ravens... But even so, it's not as if we can turn tail and run away. Nasir: Now that I think on it, King Kilvas and Prince Reyson used to be close friends. Did you ask him to speak to the king? Ike: He was most emphatic in his refusal. It seems that Naesala was responsible for Reyson's capture at the hands of Duke Tanas. I can't really blame him. Nasir: And the hawks? They, too, are of the bird tribes. Surely some connection can be found there. Ike: They...weren't very excited about the suggestion.
Janaff talks to Naesala Naesala: You... Janaff: King Kilvas! You egg-stealing snake. Naesala: One of Tibarn's flock, eh? You are his "eyes," if I'm not mistaken. Janaff: It's not enough that you sold the White Prince to humans? Now you're fighting against laguz? Naesala: You hawks rescued Reyson didn't you? So everything worked out in the end! What's the problem? Janaff: I'd like you to repeat those words to the prince's face. Naesala: Reyson is here? HERE?! Why?! Janaff: He supports the Crimean army! The beorc leading this army helped him to escape Serenes Forest. Naesala: Helped him? Are you saying a human came to the aid of Reyson? A laguz? Janaff: Yes! And he rescued Princess Leanne, too! Naesala: Leanne...is alive? Janaff: Don't play the fool! You know the life of the forest has returned. That was their power at work. Naesala: I see. That's how the forest...Of course. Janaff: Listen up, crow! You need to fly over there and talk to the prince. If you don't do it, I'm gonna know that you really are the enemy and report that back to King Tibarn. Think it over! Naesala: Yes... Mmm...What to do.
Ulki speaks to Naesala Naesala: You... Ulki: King Kilvas. Why have you decided to make the laguz your enemy? Naesala: One of Tibarn's flock, eh? You are his "ears," if I'm not mistaken. Ulki: Why did you sell Prince Reyson to a beorc? Naesala: You hawks rescued Reyson didn't you? So everything worked out in the end! What's the problem? Ulki: Would you repeat your words to Prince Reyson himself? Naesala: Reyson is here? HERE?! Why?! Ulki: The beorc leading this army helped him to escape Serenes Forest. Naesala: Helped him? Are you saying a human came to the aid of Reyson? A laguz? Ulki: That is what I say. He also rescued Princess Leanne. Naesala: Leanne...is alive? Ulki: She was asleep for all these years. The forest protected her. Their voices brought the forest back to life. Naesala: Of course, so that's how... Ulki: Why don't you try speaking to Prince Reyson? If you do that, perhaps King Tibarn's rage will burn less brightly. Naesala: Tibarn's rage, eh? Hmm...Mmm...
Naesala talks to Reyson Naesala: Reyson! Reyson: ... Naesala: Hey, Reyson! Look at you! You look sharp, kid! Reyson: Go...away... Naesala: Oh, so you can talk. Reyson: You... How dare you show your face to me! Naesala: Well, I have been called brazen before. Some have gone so far as to say shameless. Come on, at least let me give you a reason. Reyson: Begone! My ears are closed to you. Naesala: Reyson, we're friends, are we not? Reyson: Oh, yes! Friends! In fact, we're such good friends that you sold me to that foul, bloated man! Naesala: I didn't really sell you! Besides, I planned on rescuing you right away. You were just impatient and flew away on your own, so-- Reyson: Are you blaming me? Naesala: No, no! Well, maybe... I mean...It was I who was in the wrong. On all accounts. Reyson: ... Naesala: No one was hurt in the end. Come on, smooth those ruffled feathers. All right? Reyson: Leanne is alive. Naesala: Yes, Tibarn's attendant told me. That's wonderful news. When he sees her face, I'm sure King Lorazieh will begin to feel better at once. Things are really looking up, aren't they, Reyson? Reyson: ...I suppose that... If you hadn't deceived me and taken me to the forest... We might not have discovered her... So, I will forgive you. Just this once! Naesala: Reyson! Oh, that's-- Reyson: WITH...conditions. Will you accept them? Naesala: ...What are they? Reyson: Pull your troops from this battle. Now. And never again enter into combat against your fellow laguz. Naesala: Oh, come now, Reyson. That's asking too much-- Reyson: What will you do, then? Will you continue to fight the Crimean army to which I'm in service? Naesala: Very well. You win, Reyson. I'll leave and take my soldiers with me. However, I cannot say what the future will bring. I have the fate of my nation to consider after all. Reyson: Hmm... Very well. Naesala: So, we're friends again? Come to Kilvas for a visit, will you? Nealuchi will be so pleased. Reyson: I'll do that. When this war is over, Leanne and I will both come. Naesala: Oh, and as for Tibarn... Reyson: I'll speak with him. There's no need for you to worry. Naesala: Thank you. Farewell. And watch yourself! This is war, you know? Oh, I almost forgot. I've got something for you. Call it an "I'm sorry" present. Reyson: Eh? What's this supposed to be? Naesala: It's a human trinket. It's called a knight ring. Reyson: Something made by beorc? Naesala: Don't make such a disgusted face. I tried it, and it proved to be quite useful. Reyson: Understood. I'll take it for now. Naesala: Don't get killed, Reyson. If anything were to happen to you... Nealuchi would never let me hear the end of it. Reyson: Naesala... Thank you.
Naesala retreats Naesala: Listen to me, darkwings! We of Kilvas are leaving. Turn at once and head for home. Homasa: Kilvas has betrayed us? Daein Soldier: I think "abandoned" would be more accurate, but-- Homasa: Idiot! It's the same thing! Aaaargh! Accursed sub-humans! We should never have trusted them.
Battle Ends (If Naesala didn't retreat) Raven Laguz: King Naesala, the Daein army has been routed! Naesala: How nice. What a lot of braggarts they turned out to be. Very well, let us withdraw as well. Raven Laguz: Are you sure? If we retreat now, what will General Petrine say? Naesala: Promises made to humans are worth less than a dead snake. Forget about her. Losing the remainder of our payment stings, but still... You can't buy your life back, can you? Raven Laguz: Good point. Well made, sir. Naesala: Fly, my darkwings! We return to Kilvas!
Petrine reacts Petrine: Grrr... Daein Soldier: Um, General P-Petrine? P-please, General! I'm just a...m-messenger! H-however...I have to tell you-- Petrine: I already heard, you dunderhead! I hated those filthy crows right from the start. Even so, to be betrayed in such a fashion... Grrr... Someone will pay for this! Oh, you certainly had your way with us, didn't you, King Kilvas? But if you want to make an enemy of Daein, then so be it! Once Gallia's fallen, we'll turn our attention to your puny nation and wipe it off the face of the world!
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Chapter 19 - Entrusted
Date: 2015-09-09 04:31 pm (UTC)Battle Quotes
Date: 2015-09-09 04:52 pm (UTC)Naesala: Oh ho! Black wings! Among humans these are considered bad omens, are they not? Then take these omens as fact, and let them herald you to the afterlife!
Death - NPC
Naesala: N-no... This cannot be...Is this...my...fate? What of Kilvas--
Death - Enemy
Naesala: Guaa... I was careless...and you're better than expected. To me, my brethren! We leave at once!
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Date: 2015-09-09 04:53 pm (UTC)Petrine: Naesala! King Naesala of Kilvas! I would speak with you now!
Naesala: Oh, if it isn't General Petrine. What brings you up to these frosty mountain peaks?
Petrine: I've no time for pleasantries. Is it true? Has Crimea's army breached Tor Garen?
Naesala: Though I am loathe to report it, this appears to be the case.
Petrine: Bah! Kayachey, you worthless dog! Being defeated by that girl's motley band just proves how useless he was.
Naesala: Surely it's not the general's fault alone. He was told that Crimea's army was weak and that Tor Garen was impregnable. And yet...he was defeated. I'd say that someone severely underestimated our enemy. Wouldn't you?
Petrine: What was that? Do you dare to insult Daein, crow? Men have forfeited their lives for less.
Naesala: Insult Daein? Never! Come now, General Petrine. I'm merely stating the facts. Regardless of the previous battle's outcome, Crimea's army will be stopped here. I will be taking the field myself.
Petrine: ...Hmph. Sounds like you've set the stage for a grand performance.
Naesala: General Petrine, Kilvas will always stand at Daein's side... As long as we receive our payment, of course.
Petrine: If gold is all it takes, then may our friendship never end. See to it that your performance warrants such consideration! Homasa! Come here!
Homasa: Yes.
Petrine: Work with King Kilvas and put a stop to Crimea's army. No screw ups! Or else!
Homasa: Leave it to me, General.
Petrine: I will not suffer another failure, King Kilvas. You must finish them, and do so quickly...Are we clear? Arrr! I am sick to death of being made a fool by that Crimean floozy and her pathetic band of sellswords!
Naesala: And the remaining portion of my fee?
Petrine: Don't worry, we have it ready. You'll get paid when the job is done.
Naesala: As long as we're clear on that point, everything's settled. Well then, I'm off.
Petrine: Dog's breath! Even by half-breed standards, those crows are complete scum! Give that one even the smallest opening, and he'll steal the eyes from your skull. What an untrustworthy wretch.
Naesala is spotted - Janaff version
Janaff: So, General...there look to be a lot of enemy soldiers ahead. Mostly Daein, but there are some crows from Kilvas as well.
Ike: More than our last fight?
Janaff: Yeah, there's a lot, but the most troubling thing is that King Kilvas is with them.
Ike: The crow king himself is cooperating with Daein?
Janaff: Yep. And compared to the other crows, the king is in a class by himself. Obviously, he's no match for our king, but... Anyway, you should move carefully.
Naesala is spotted - Ulki version
Ulki: ...General Ike. I hear the sound of many wings ahead. It would seem Kilvas soldiers have joined the troops of Daein for this fight.
Ike: Is Kilvas's contingent larger than the what we faced in the last battle?
Ulki: There are many... But what causes me more concern is the voice of King Kilvas.
Ike: The king himself is cooperating with Daein?
Ulki: Yes. And compared to the other crows, the king is in a class by himself. We must be cautious.
Naesala is spotted - Generic Soldier Version
Begnion Soldier: Enemy forces ahead! It's the Daien army!
Ike: An ambush on this mountain road... They're trying to stop us from crossing. How many are there?
Begnion Soldier: It's not a huge battalion, and they're mainly foot soldiers. Whether they're a match for us or not, I can't say. ...Hold, General! Kilvas crows have just been spotted as well!
How to deal with Naesala
Ike: An entire unit under the command of King Kilvas? I think that bodes ill for us.
Soren: The outcome of the battle hinges on how we deal with them.
Ike: ...
Titania: Kilvas soldiers, hm? As fellow bird tribe laguz, what can you tell us about them?
Janaff: Please don't lump us together with those carrion birds.
Ulki: We're not partial...to the crows.
Reyson: ...
Ike: As you know, we are outmanned by the Daein troops. Is there any way to get the ravens to withdraw? That would be a tremendous help.
Janaff: ...Well, suppose I could go meet with King Kilvas... If I had to. I don't think that my speaking to him is going to make a difference, though.
Ulki: If you like, we will try, but...Don't expect anything to come of it.
Reyson: No matter the circumstance, I will never again speak to a crow.
Crimea is spotted
Daein Soldier: Sir! The Crimean army has arrived!
Homasa: I hope they are prepared to pass into oblivion. For this will be their final resting place!
Naesala: Crimean stragglers joined with an army on loan from Begnion. I've even heard they have a betrayer in their midst. And yet they still march on... What an odd group. But as long as Kilvas stands at the side of Daein, they have no future. Ah, I suppose they're just unlucky.
More Discussion
Nasir: How will you proceed?
Ike: No tricks. Nothing fancy. We'll hit them from the front--fast and hard.
Nasir: I'm sure you're already aware of this, but if you don't do something about Kilvas, you're at a disadvantage.
Ike: Yes, I've heard about the ravens... But even so, it's not as if we can turn tail and run away.
Nasir: Now that I think on it, King Kilvas and Prince Reyson used to be close friends. Did you ask him to speak to the king?
Ike: He was most emphatic in his refusal. It seems that Naesala was responsible for Reyson's capture at the hands of Duke Tanas. I can't really blame him.
Nasir: And the hawks? They, too, are of the bird tribes. Surely some connection can be found there.
Ike: They...weren't very excited about the suggestion.
Janaff talks to Naesala
Naesala: You...
Janaff: King Kilvas! You egg-stealing snake.
Naesala: One of Tibarn's flock, eh? You are his "eyes," if I'm not mistaken.
Janaff: It's not enough that you sold the White Prince to humans? Now you're fighting against laguz?
Naesala: You hawks rescued Reyson didn't you? So everything worked out in the end! What's the problem?
Janaff: I'd like you to repeat those words to the prince's face.
Naesala: Reyson is here? HERE?! Why?!
Janaff: He supports the Crimean army! The beorc leading this army helped him to escape Serenes Forest.
Naesala: Helped him? Are you saying a human came to the aid of Reyson? A laguz?
Janaff: Yes! And he rescued Princess Leanne, too!
Naesala: Leanne...is alive?
Janaff: Don't play the fool! You know the life of the forest has returned. That was their power at work.
Naesala: I see. That's how the forest...Of course.
Janaff: Listen up, crow! You need to fly over there and talk to the prince. If you don't do it, I'm gonna know that you really are the enemy and report that back to King Tibarn. Think it over!
Naesala: Yes... Mmm...What to do.
Ulki speaks to Naesala
Naesala: You...
Ulki: King Kilvas. Why have you decided to make the laguz your enemy?
Naesala: One of Tibarn's flock, eh? You are his "ears," if I'm not mistaken.
Ulki: Why did you sell Prince Reyson to a beorc?
Naesala: You hawks rescued Reyson didn't you? So everything worked out in the end! What's the problem?
Ulki: Would you repeat your words to Prince Reyson himself?
Naesala: Reyson is here? HERE?! Why?!
Ulki: The beorc leading this army helped him to escape Serenes Forest.
Naesala: Helped him? Are you saying a human came to the aid of Reyson? A laguz?
Ulki: That is what I say. He also rescued Princess Leanne.
Naesala: Leanne...is alive?
Ulki: She was asleep for all these years. The forest protected her. Their voices brought the forest back to life.
Naesala: Of course, so that's how...
Ulki: Why don't you try speaking to Prince Reyson? If you do that, perhaps King Tibarn's rage will burn less brightly.
Naesala: Tibarn's rage, eh? Hmm...Mmm...
Naesala talks to Reyson
Naesala: Reyson!
Reyson: ...
Naesala: Hey, Reyson! Look at you! You look sharp, kid!
Reyson: Go...away...
Naesala: Oh, so you can talk.
Reyson: You... How dare you show your face to me!
Naesala: Well, I have been called brazen before. Some have gone so far as to say shameless. Come on, at least let me give you a reason.
Reyson: Begone! My ears are closed to you.
Naesala: Reyson, we're friends, are we not?
Reyson: Oh, yes! Friends! In fact, we're such good friends that you sold me to that foul, bloated man!
Naesala: I didn't really sell you! Besides, I planned on rescuing you right away. You were just impatient and flew away on your own, so--
Reyson: Are you blaming me?
Naesala: No, no! Well, maybe... I mean...It was I who was in the wrong. On all accounts.
Reyson: ...
Naesala: No one was hurt in the end. Come on, smooth those ruffled feathers. All right?
Reyson: Leanne is alive.
Naesala: Yes, Tibarn's attendant told me. That's wonderful news. When he sees her face, I'm sure King Lorazieh will begin to feel better at once. Things are really looking up, aren't they, Reyson?
Reyson: ...I suppose that... If you hadn't deceived me and taken me to the forest... We might not have discovered her... So, I will forgive you. Just this once!
Naesala: Reyson! Oh, that's--
Reyson: WITH...conditions. Will you accept them?
Naesala: ...What are they?
Reyson: Pull your troops from this battle. Now. And never again enter into combat against your fellow laguz.
Naesala: Oh, come now, Reyson. That's asking too much--
Reyson: What will you do, then? Will you continue to fight the Crimean army to which I'm in service?
Naesala: Very well. You win, Reyson. I'll leave and take my soldiers with me. However, I cannot say what the future will bring. I have the fate of my nation to consider after all.
Reyson: Hmm... Very well.
Naesala: So, we're friends again? Come to Kilvas for a visit, will you? Nealuchi will be so pleased.
Reyson: I'll do that. When this war is over, Leanne and I will both come.
Naesala: Oh, and as for Tibarn...
Reyson: I'll speak with him. There's no need for you to worry.
Naesala: Thank you. Farewell. And watch yourself! This is war, you know? Oh, I almost forgot. I've got something for you. Call it an "I'm sorry" present.
Reyson: Eh? What's this supposed to be?
Naesala: It's a human trinket. It's called a knight ring.
Reyson: Something made by beorc?
Naesala: Don't make such a disgusted face. I tried it, and it proved to be quite useful.
Reyson: Understood. I'll take it for now.
Naesala: Don't get killed, Reyson. If anything were to happen to you... Nealuchi would never let me hear the end of it.
Reyson: Naesala... Thank you.
Naesala retreats
Naesala: Listen to me, darkwings! We of Kilvas are leaving. Turn at once and head for home.
Homasa: Kilvas has betrayed us?
Daein Soldier: I think "abandoned" would be more accurate, but--
Homasa: Idiot! It's the same thing! Aaaargh! Accursed sub-humans! We should never have trusted them.
Battle Ends (If Naesala didn't retreat)
Raven Laguz: King Naesala, the Daein army has been routed!
Naesala: How nice. What a lot of braggarts they turned out to be. Very well, let us withdraw as well.
Raven Laguz: Are you sure? If we retreat now, what will General Petrine say?
Naesala: Promises made to humans are worth less than a dead snake. Forget about her. Losing the remainder of our payment stings, but still... You can't buy your life back, can you?
Raven Laguz: Good point. Well made, sir.
Naesala: Fly, my darkwings! We return to Kilvas!
Petrine reacts
Petrine: Grrr...
Daein Soldier: Um, General P-Petrine? P-please, General! I'm just a...m-messenger! H-however...I have to tell you--
Petrine: I already heard, you dunderhead! I hated those filthy crows right from the start. Even so, to be betrayed in such a fashion... Grrr... Someone will pay for this! Oh, you certainly had your way with us, didn't you, King Kilvas? But if you want to make an enemy of Daein, then so be it! Once Gallia's fallen, we'll turn our attention to your puny nation and wipe it off the face of the world!