Let's ironman Fire Emblem (Interlude)

[lightbane]

Odd that they have nothing to say. They could at least spill the beans about why they were being hunted..

Good thing the game was made before the horrible scam called DLC existed, they're saving the answer for the main campaign. Also, a problem of these sidequests/extra missions is that sometimes the prerequisites to access them are a bit random (like complete "x" mission in less than "y" turns, or kill everyone but a certain target and so on). What's more, some of the best units were hidden on these sidequests.


Also, actually there are "romances": If you have specific units next to each other for a high number of turns (20 or so), you may trigger a special "talk" event. You can only do it once per mission and up to three times with the same units, but they can change the ending and/or reveal interesting bits of the plot.

 

[spekkio]

Still, no member of glorious PC master race should care, since it's not PC.

 

[lightbane]

But it is, you just have to install a special program called "emulator" to play

 

[spekkio]

Nah, mang - it could be too complex for mature, RPG-only, PC-centric audience.
Plus, the game has animu art, and everybody knows that computer games are all about style of graphics, not some shit like gameplay or playability.

 

[Stygian Lurker]

Moar!


... also BUMP!

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Will post 3 updates before I next go to sleep. Yes, bros, 3.


As members of our group don't die permanently during this 'tutorial', I can afford to be reckless. And it would be wrong of me to detract from the excitement by being meticulous.

 

[Undead Phoenix]

However, Caelin is now under the rule of Lord Lundgren. Lundgren's henchmen lay in wait to assassinate Lyn. They wait for her approach and ready a secret weapon.

We've come such a long way...

We can't be very far from the castle now!

By my reckoning, we can reach Castle Caelin in two days if we hurry.

Two more days... Hold on, Grandfather. Please...

If they see you looking so sad, the entire company will lose heart.

Florina... You're right. There's nothing to be gained by worrying. We just have to press onward.

That's the spirit!

Lyn... Danger approaches...

I don't see anything. Are you sure?

I feel it, too. I'm sure of it. Ah! Milady, don't move!

Hm?

What in--Where did this bolt come from?

They have a ballista!

That missed because you stood still.

Deploying siege engines is no mean feat.

What is a ballista?

It's a weapon designed for long-distance attacks. Only archers can use them, but they can be devastating.

Do not take to the air! The ballista would target you in an instant.

Is there a way to combat it?

The safest course is to use someone with good defense as bait, so the enemy wastes arrows.

That's retarded.

Then you can walk up and knock the fool on the head.

That's more retarded.

Wil, can you use a ballista?

I've never tried, but... It's just a really big bow, right? I should be able to figure it out.

No... just no.

All we can ask is that you try... Let's see what you can do!

I have some minor... buisness... to attend to. I'm unable to join you.

Coward!

That ballista really does have a long range. Now I have a dillema - I can go east for that village... except the mages will do heavy damage to our armour-heavy units, and I've no idea how much damage the ballista will do to our squishies. Or, south, to take out the ballista and risk the village being destroyed. First move - bait an attack from it onto one of our knights.

4 damage to Kent? That's... pathetic.

Call up for reinforcements, and rush 'em!

Their tactician is being a true bro, charging their units one by one into our party as we hold position.

270

Rance takes the fireball like a man, looking forward to the hands-on healing from Black Cat next turn.

The annihilation of the first wave begins with Wil and Lucius.

Erk wins. Need I say more?

Kent runs through the swordsman in one critical hit.

A double attack from Dorcas kills the last remaining knight.

Poor level up again from Dorcas. I entrust to Rance the liberation of the village.

This soldier doesn't even slow us down.

Nils is quick and small, the perfect target for a lumbering siege engine to aim for.

Rance leaves the shaman for Kent, heading to the village.

Some weapons don't follow the normal rules. This here lancereaver is one of those. It's a sword that reverses the triangle. So if you wield this blade, you can best a lance with it. Of course, there's a downside... Axes can best this sword.

Confident that the ballista will prefer to target Nils, I advance on the next two enemies.

Disappointing upgrade from our Monk. I rejuvenate Lucius with Nils, who then explodes the archer.

I forget to order Rance to switch his lance to his sword so he takes a hit from an axe.

Another soldier commits suicide-by-Dorcas. Elsewhere, Nils dodges another bolt and Rance finishes off the brigand.

Lucius is unstoppable, blasting away another two soldiers. But I've just noticed...

Phew. Just realised that, considering Lucius' horrible defense, he could easily have been finished off by the ballista... except that the war machine is already out of ammo.

Erk and Lucius are just destroying everything in our path.

We're still to meet any real resistance.

[Intelligence] All these units have the 'reaver' class of weapons, reversing the weapon triangle.

Sometimes having enough damage to kill a unit attacking you is a disadvantage. Too little too late though - Rance wounds this swordsman and then Kent lands the killing blow.

Lyn hasn't seen action in a while. I'm sure this'll be a walk in the park.

Oh shit!

You can guess what I do to a boss who refuses to move from his position and lacks a ranged weapon.

What's going on here!? Somebody, get that girl!

Enough toying. Finish him.

Lord Lungren... I've failed you... I pray you hurry...with those reinforcements...you promised.

Yes. I see no more enemy soldiers.

Shame. I'm already bored.

However, something is bothering me.

What is it?

I noticed it during the fighting. Our opponents... They were soldiers of Caelin. I even recognized some of those we fought. I trained with many of them... And yet they attacked us without hesitation.

Good riddance, I say. It also means less resistance at the castle.

I hope you're right...

If that first shot had hit me, I might not have survived.

Nonsense. That archer couldn't hit a barn door.

We are honored to have served you well.

We won't let you down!

I know. I'm relying on you.

Nice timing.

Matthew, where were you duringn all this?

I went to the village to sniff about for information.

And couldn't you, you know, go -after- the battle?

I got some interesting news for my trouble, too.

Let's hear it!

First, about Marquess Caelin's illness. He really is unwell. He's been abed for night on three months.

Oh, no... Grandfather...

I heard an interesting rumor about his condition, though. The people believe that someon's been poisoning the marquess...

I never saw that coming.

He's been poisoned!?

And this someone... Well, everyone's too afraid to mention a name. However, they say that, as soon as the marquess took ill, a certain noble took control of the castle as though it were his own. I fed a hungry innkeeper some coin, and he fed me a name. The marqeuss of Caelin's own brother, Lord Lundgren.

And most certainly did not see that coming either.

How can this be? How can they allow him to get away with this? The villagers know he's the one poisoning my grandfather, and yet no one raises a hand against him? Why?

Probably something to do with him murdering the fuck out of anyone who opposes him, perhaps?

The whisperings of the common people means nothing.

That's the truth of it. And the marquess's loyal retainers who might have lent credence to these rumors, there is no sign.

Are you saying they've been silenced?

It's a fair assumption.

This is beyond believing.

The worst news is yet to come.

An imposter's appeared, claiming to be the marquess's granddaughter. At least, that's the story Lundgren's telling to all who'll listen.

What does that mean?

It means that people are waiting for two traitorous knights and a baseborn child to appear and lay claim to Castle Caelin.

But... But that... It can't be!

Intelligent move. I'd do the same if I was in his position.

Traitors? Us? Ridiculous!!!

He says...I'm an imposter?

Don't you have anything that proves your lineage?

The Marquess dies in mysterious circumstances -after- two traitorous knights have gone off to find his granddaughter, and nobody in the neighbouring countries will question that? That's stupid.

When my mother joined the Lorca, she brought nothing of Lycia with her.

Milady, Marquess Araphen himself remarked at your resemblance to Lady Madelyn! Your face is your proof!

Don't be retarded, Rance.

They'll say we found a look-alike somewhere... We're seen as betrayers of our knightly vows. Our words means nothing. No, our only hope is to see Marquess Caelin himself.

We must hurry. If not, my grandfather... I must see him! With my last breath if need be.

But we must formulate some manner of plan! Even if we set out for the castle, the troops patrolling the area will cause no end of problems. You've been branded as oathbreakers, after all.

Let them try to stop us.

I've got it! Eliwood... He seemed sympathetic to our plight. He should still be in Kathelet. If we can talk to him, he might help us!

Of course! A sound idea!

Let's hurry!

 

[spekkio]

Once again - I'm really surprised what the devs were able to pull off concerning graphics in such low resolution.

As for the game...

OLOLO STUPID JRPGS WITH THEIR SIMPLIZTIC FINAL FANTASY COMBAT. ITZ NOT EVEN PROPER TURN_BEASED AS IN PROPER RPGS LIKE MASS EEFECT.

 

[Mrowak]

Once again - I'm really surprised what the devs were able to pull off concerning graphics in such low resolution.

As for the game...

OLOLO STUPID JRPGS WITH THEIR SIMPLIZTIC FINAL FANTASY COMBAT. ITZ NOT EVEN PROPER TURN_BEASED AS IN PROPER RPGS LIKE MASS EEFECT.

To be fair - combat is rather simplistic, but it doesn't change the fact that it is very engaging. Also there's practically no character progression - you simply get stats randomly on each lvl up (sometimes you don't get any boosts).

Still, it's a very good game.

 

[lightbane]

To be fair - combat is rather simplistic, but it doesn't change the fact that it is very engaging. Also there's practically no character progression - you simply get stats randomly on each lvl up (sometimes you don't get any boosts).

Still, it's a very good game.

OBJECTION!! There actually is (sort of): Later on you can upgrade your characters with special items that are somewhat rare, forcing you to choose which one to "upgrade" and which not. "Ascended" characters are generally better, with more options for combat (such as being able to use different weapons, or being faster/able to fly, etc.), but not always. Future games made things more interesting like including multiple and totally opposed classes available when leveling up and so on.

 

[spekkio]

But it has animu art so PC ubermenschen have to queer away.

And remember - the more complex a game you're playing is, the more impressed your girlfriend bros will be when they discover you playing it.



This is my favorite point of PC-elitists - "What if my friends find me playing some silly game with big-eyed lolis? Manly games as ARMA or Vikcy are different story!".

Fucking nerds with 'ZOMG IMMA INTELECTUAL ELITE CUZ I PLAY COMPELX GAEMZ!' syndrome...

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Talking about ascended characters...



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Lundgren has sent word to Caelin's neighbors, warning them of Lyn's approach. He calls for reinforcements to put an end to the "imposters." If the other realms of Lycia choose to act, Lyn will never reach Caelin alive. Lyn places her faith in Eliwood and waits.

Laus, Tuscana, Kathelet, Tania and Santaruz. They will not interfere in Caelin's affairs. They have promised.

Eliwood, I don't know how to thank you...

All I've done is convince them to remain neutral in this dispute. However, this means I cannot aid you in any way either. Will you be all right?

She has me. Of course she's going to be all right.

I will win. I have to. It's the only way that I can help my grandfather.

I understand. Although I cannot help you directly, as a friend, I pray for your success.

Thank you. I won't waste the opportunity you've given me.

This weather is turning foul. It looks like a fog is rolling in.

This is no good. If the fog thickens we'll be blind in battle. It will be difficult to fight what we cannot see.

But at least our enemies won't be able to see either... right? They better fucking not or I'm calling bullshit on this game.

We can't let it delay us, though. Let us press on. We must get closer to the castle. What's the best route?

Let me think... Our best path is to the south... However, that runs thorough General Eagler's estate. It looks like we still have one final obstacle to pass.

By the time Lyn takes her rightful place, we'll have wiped out everyone in Caelin's standing army.

Eagler is tough as nails - having high defense, high offense, and most importantly - two forms of ranged attack. Our mages will get hit hard everytime they attack and Eagler has weapon counters to both swords and lances.

Surely you know that we...er... thieves, if you must, can see through the fog. Follow me, everyone!

[Intelligence] Fog reduces everyones [Perception] stat, but not so much on thieves.

Eh? That knight just came from the mountains.

Aah!

Bro?

Kent, who is this?

He used to be commander of the knights of Caelin.

Aren't you supposed to be retired? I heard you were sowing fields now.

I AM, AND I WAS. THEN I RECIEVED ORDERS FROM LORD LUNDGREN. I WAS TOLD TO CAPTURE AN IMPOSTER AND A PAIR OF ROGUE KNIGHTS.

Lord Wallace! Surely, you don't believe us to be oathbreakers, do you?

BRING ME THE GIRL THAT CLAIMS TO BE LADY MADELYN's CHILD.

What are your intentions?

IF I DON'T LIKE WHAT I SEE, I WILL TAKE HER.

We will prevent you.

You may be my bro, and we all know what they say about bros and hoes, but we'll still kick your arse if you try anything with Lyn.

YOU? PREVENT ME? YOU MUST BE--

I'm right here! I am Lyndis.

Ah...

I'll understand if you don't believe me. But I've had enough of you and your foolish posturing!

Hmm... Such beautiful eyes...

Pardon?

I'VE BEEN A KNIGHT FOR 30 YEARS, AND THERE IS ONE THING I LEARNED. A PERSON WITH EYES AS BRIGHT AND AS TRUE AS YOURS IS NO DECIEVER.

WHY, I BELIEVE I'LL EVEN JOIN YOUR LITTLE BAND OF MERCENARIES!

Are you... Are you serious?

THIS OLD BULL's PLEDGED HIS LOYALTY TO CAELIN. I WOULD NEVER ALLOW AN USURPER ON THE THRONE. LET'S MARCH!

He... He hasn't changed at all.

I like him. He's... honest. That he is. He deserves our respect.

IT LOOKS AS THOUGH IT'S TIME TO TAKE UP ARMS ONCE MORE. KODEXER! YOU'RE THE TACTICIAN OF THIS GROUP, CORRECT? WHAT ARE MY ORDERS?

Slow down, bro. What's that nice shiny emblem you have there?

HA HA HAAA! SO YOU'VE NOTICED MY KNIGHT CREST, HAVE YOU? YOU'VE EYES LIKE AN EAGLE, MY FRIEND! ONCE I'VE USED THE CREST, I'll BE EVEN STRONGER! A TERRIFYING THOUGHT, ISN'T IT? HA HA HA HAAAA!

Then why haven't you already used it yourself?

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ORDeR ME TO USE THE KNIGHT CREST!!! LET THEM STARE IN AWE AT MY MIGHT! THEIR KNEES SHALL QUAKE!

Wallace is evolving?

That defense...

HA HA HA HAAAA! LOOK! A GIANT WALKS AMONG YOU!! MY DEFENSE IS IMPENETRABLE! COME! BREAK YOUR WEAPONS AGAINST ME!

First things first...

What? You don't? There's a thick fog rolling in, and you have NO torches? Wandering about without a torch is... Well, it's ridiculous! Here. Take one of mine. Use this when it's foggy, and you can see a bit better. Hm? No need for thanks. I know all about you and your comrades. We, all, well... Not one of us believes what Lord Lundgren is saying about you. We all want to help the marquess... and his rightful heir. Good luck!

South may be the shortest route, but I don't fancy going into that passage between the mountains. May not be a trap, but the terrain isn't favourable for pushing through.

Sure enough, brigands spawn from all three forts within the mountains. There's three more forts on this map - each spawning a soldier (no problem), a cavalier (problem) and an archer (problem).

None of my units except Florina can move onto a mountain, and I don't really fancy letting this guy get into our rear.

Soldiers are still no threat.

Another spawn of six units from each fort. If we'd had gone south, we'd be under immense pressure next turn. By the way, I should mention that that Black Cat only has 6 heals left because I was tight and stuffies at the last shop, nya

If I was an AI, I would so have kept that swordsman in reserve. Instead...

Unfortunately for us, enemies can move the turn they spawn. Fortunately for us, the soldier spawning top fort feeds Florina some more XP.

We can't hit an enemy we can't see. Keep your eyes open, everyone!

Don't worry, we have torches.

Only one more square visible!? At least Erk makes up for it with a kill.

Units are still spawning. If we hadn't had luck with hitting those brigands in the mountains, we'd be in serious trouble. As it stands - the soldier goes down without even a whisper, but bad position leaves Florina open to attack. Three misses.

Rance is our best choice as pointman, but he takes a few hits from the cavalier and the archer.

We push out. Rance takes down the cavalier and gets refreshed by Nils.

Lyn's low defense is going to start being a problem.

Lucius is too fragile to leave out like this. Rance cannot kill the archer in one hit, so I take a massive risk.

Please let that be the last archer, please let that be the last archer, please that be the last archer...

Matthew doesn't quite do a perfect job, but it'll do. He draws the attacks from two units, but gets hit by one.

Matthew improves his skill with bows by killing the soldier and Erk makes short work of the brigand. On the frontlines Matthew shanks the brigand who'd already attacked him and Lucius kills the cavalier.

Offense is the best form of defense.

The forces of Caelin are led by General Eagler. He's an honest man who has always treated us well. A good general. He must be aware of Lundgren's evil plans to seize control of Caelin. I can only believe Lundgren's holding someone dear to him as hostage. It's so sad, but there's nothing anyone can do. Why must so many innocents get hurt in the foolish games of nobles?

Deeper than PS:T.

We're virtually unstoppable at this point. Erk roasts two enemy units alive and Florina skewers a third.

I know there are a lot of brigands lurking in those mountains. I send our bro in to flush them out.

Boom.

Matthew is a willing meat shield for Lucius. Comfortable that we've no threat from the rear, I can turn out attentions to storming the castle.

Not a huge problem, swords is one area in which we aren't lacking.

Let's bait the rest out with Lyn.

Fuck, I forgot how squishy Lyn was. If there's another soldier, I've just lost...

Luckily there isn't, and I'm reminded to use that Angelic Robe to give Lyn more staying power.

All before us will fall.

General Eagler! We found Lady Lyndis on the orders of the marquess. We've worked so very hard to return her safely to Caelin.

And yet you have no proof of the girl's identity. Is that not true?

Yes, but...

Then our talk is finished! Draw your weapon and come!

Nice work, Kent.

He's tough.

Sain... I never imagined you could turn traitor...

Who's the traitor here? I am following the orders of my sworn liege lord. Not Lundgren, but my true liege, the marqess himself!

You speak with conviction. I think it's time to test the bounds of your loyalty!

Look, bro, if the old bastard is using someone to get to you, just--

For fucks sake! You're being less reasonable than Skyway!

General Wallace... So you've sided with the girl, too, have you?

I FIGHT FOR CAELIN'S HONOR, NOT FOR LUNDGREN'S LIES!

Ah... IS that so? You are-- Enough! Thre's nothing more to be said. I name you traitors all! Come! Do your worst!

FOOL! AT THE VERY LEAST, LET MINE BE THE BLOW THAT FINISHES YOU!

Seems like rat diplomacy won't be working here.

Wil can only scratch him through his armour and given the heal that a fortress gives, Eagler won't be going down any time soon.

Great strategic decision from me to not buy Black Cat another Heal. Hindsight is a bitch.

She shall not pass beyond this place!

I am Lyndis. I'm no pretender. I'd ask you to believe me, but your heart and mind seem set.

Enough talk... Draw your sword!

Mani Katti is super effective.

The marquess... He knnows nothing of this... His life is... There's no illness. Only...poison... Please...for the marquess... for all of Caelin...

Idiot. There was no need for you to die.

When Sain and I first became knights, he was our captain. Our teacher...

I think he must have known we were telling the truth. Why did he force the fight?

Aye. Seemed like Lundgren had his balls in a vice.

Something must have... Lord Lundgren was excerting some hold on him... Eagler was trying to protect someone. A friend perhaps, or family.

......

May Lundgren never know the peaceful embrace of Mother Earth! I care not what others do. I WILL stop that man! Kodexer! The final battle is approaching!

'bout time. It feels like we've slaughtered our way through country after country.

Lundgren... You... You fiend...

Your granddaughter is dead by now. And soon, you will join her.

Lyndis... Why did this happen? I... I only wanted to see her once.

Have you lost all hope? Has your life lost all meaning? Then hurry up and die, you miserable old dotard! You and your precious granddaughter are in my way!!!

 

[spekkio]

Your granddaughter is dead by now. And soon, you will join her.

 

[lightbane]

I love how smug and codexian the bad guy is. Too bad that the main campaign's villains are not as good. Also, you'll quickly run out of Codex's "lore" if you continue like that, Fire Emblems are known for having fucktons of characters...

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Lundgren I find to be more comical, really. I really think he made a hash of the whole seizing-control thing.


Though on second thoughts, perhaps that is Codexian

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Lyn and her band draw ever nearer to Castle Caelin. Within the castle walls, Lyn's bitter enemy, Lundgren, awaits... A man who would kill his own kin for a throne. He is the source of all troubles. He must be stopped.

pass these mountains.

Grandfather... I'll be with you soon.

Everything rests on this next battle.

Lundgren will not be recieving the reinforcements he expected. He'll move against us with everything he has soon.

Whatever he has, it will not be enough to overcome this master tactician.

Let him come! Let them all come! I will not be turned away! I will see my grandfather... I've come too far to let anyone stand in my way.

My friends, for one last time, lend me your strength!

Once more unto the breach, etc etc.

Oh, no! If I don't bring in the laundry now... Oh, hello. Are you a soldier?

Yes. Now please excuse us whilst we ransack the random house we've just barged into.

Sounds like a hard life... Especially when it rains. Rain must make it difficult for you to move around. I used to ride horses when I was little. Oh, I remember how those horses disliked the rain. It's better to be on foot when it's wet. Nomadic horses are trained on the plains, so they're better with rain, but... Well, rain just seems to make it hard for everyone to get around. The weather around here can change in no time at all. I recommend just staying in one place until the rain clears up.

The first problem we run into is this mage. He has a good threat range and will hurt our usual vanguard units. Remember - Black Cat's staff is out of charge. So I delve into our bag of tricks and give Pure water to Florina, the bonus to her resistance should mean that she takes negligable damage.

Let's go, Kodexer. We should press on while we're still able.

The enemies don't advance, which presents to us a new problem - I can't take out the mage with Florina because that will expose her to the archer. Looks like I'm going to have to bite the bullet and charge.

Kent!

This actually works in my favour. Rath is already strong, so I can just leave him lurking at the back of our group.

Great. Rain suits whoever has the strongest wall of ranged offense.

I suppose Florina was due a bad level up.

Rath takes his revenge on the mage.

Look! The clouds are breaking. This rain should stop soon...

Forward!

The swordsman may have got a double attack, but he can't penetrate Rance's armour. Elsewhere Kent and an archer skirmish over ther river.

They are only a speedbump on the road to glory.

Ouch. Might need to use a vulnerary.

Rath takes care of the shaman and Rance heals.

Florina's mobility is ever useful at harassment. A brigand crosses the river, engaging our main force on his lonesome. Kent greets him...

...With a critical hit.

I don't think that Pegasus Knights benefit from terrain defenses.

Kent must be doing something right to appear such a danger.

Clean up time. Kent heals and block off the bridge and Florina finishes off the swordsman. Now for that cavalier...

Now for the village.

You've finally made it here, have you? Such a long way... We're all behind Lady Lndis. All of us. Here, take this. Use it in your battle against Lundgren, please. It's an energy ring. It'll increase your strength and magic power a bit. There are lots of items that augment your abilities. These are hard to come by, so think carefully before you use them. Of course, not using them at all would be a terrible waste as well, right? Items like this might vanish once you've used them. Bear that in mind, and use them wisely.

That old hag is a bro.

Kent's usefulness is starting to dwindle.

Dorcas, being our only axe-wielder, still has his uses.

Lyn is a beast.

Wil took care of the cavalier on the bridge.

One more mission would be stretching our resources too far, but Florina has her Javelin to fall back on.

Lundgren is running out of units to throw at us.

of Florina.

Lundgren won't go down easily, that's certain.

You're not like that stubborn fool, Kent. You're reasonable. Leave this child, Lyndis, and stand at my side. You will go far in my service.

That is a gracious offer, my lord...

Quite...

However, I am rather fond of my friend the stubborn fool. And if I am to pledge my service to any liege, I would choose lovely Lady Lyndis over Foul Lundgren, regardless of the risk!

Was that ever in doubt? Rance is always going to choose the pretty girl.

Fool! I will make you regret your decision!

Rance only scratches him for 2 damage... Maybe Kent will do better?

Lundgren, your treachery precedes you. I will not listen to any of your poisoned words!

You're a fool! You'll wish you'd never turned your coat!

No. No he doesn't.

But there is method to my madness. Lundgren used his lance to hit Kent, so...

You will not leave these lands alive!

Even Lucius doesn't do much.

Dorcas does nothing at all, but at least can help with carrying Lucius out of range.

Rance levels up after baiting Lundgren back into using his Silver lance, allowing Lucius to bring the pain.

You'll play this farce to the end, won't you, Lundgren?

The royal house of Caelin has no need of a Sacaen mongrel! I'll put an end to this foolishness here and now!

To further your own black ambitions, you've harmed my grandfather and the very land you ought to serve. I have neither pity nor mercy for you. Lundgren! Prepare yourself!

Whelp!

That annoying little girl... Nothing but a savage from Sacae... The Caelin throne... should be...mine...

Who are you?

I am Reissmann, the chancellor of the Caelin royal family. I had recieved word from Kent and Sain when you first met, but then Lundgren discovered the message and impisoned me. It is my great pleasure to welcome you to your true home.

Thank you. May I see my grandfather now?

Yes, of course. Do not be shocked by what you see. Lundgren has been poisoning the marquess's meals for some time. His body has been ravaged... He's been bedridden for months.

That's some pretty weak poison.

I said no visitors. I will see no one. What are you doing? Leave me... to die...

Um... Pardon me... My name is... I'm Lyndis.

Eh? Did you say Lyndis? Is that...

My father's name was Hassar, chieftain of the Lorca. My mother was...Madelyn. I was raised on the plains.

... Could it be? Come here. Let me see your face. Oh... Yes... There is no doubt... You are Madelyn's trueborn child... Uhhh...ahhhh...

Grandfather!

Lundgren told me that my daughter had died. My heir...and you, too. He told me you were dead. Thank you... Thank you for living. Ahhhh... I am blessed...

Mother and FAther were slain last year by brigands. I... I was the only survivor. I lived on, but...

Lyndis, please forgive a prideful old man. If I had but accepted your parent's love... There would have been no bandits. We would have lived together in perfect peace.

Our life was one of love and peace. The end was tragic, but... up until the atack, we were truly happy.

Truly? Madelyn had a life of happiness? Knowing that gives me so much joy. Thank you, Lyndis. I can die in peace now...

No! Grandfather! You mustn' say that!

There's no avoiding it, Lyndis. I've taken too much poison for far too long. It's too late...

Be brave, Grandfather! You will recover! Believe me! On the plains, we say that illness fails in the face of a strong heart! I am with you now! You mustn't give up!

You're...with me...

Yes. We have so much to talk about. Walks to take, music to listen to. There's so much I want to do with you, so much lost time we can recover!

That does sound... nice.

Doesn't it? And once you're well, I'll take you to the plains. I'll show you the endless sky, the oceans of grass... I want you to know the lands my mother loved so much!

The lands Madelyn loved... You're right. I still have... quite a bit of living to do.

You can do it, Grandfather!

Lyndis...

Do you honestly plan on remaining here? Tell me truly!

Yes, until my grandfather is well. I can't leave him now. I won't.

It's like he was never ill. And it's all thanks to you, milady.

Good thing Lyn passed her [Speech] check.

He's the only family I have left. I want him to have a long life.

What is it, Florina?

I've been taken into service by House Caelin! From here on, Lyn... I mean, Lady Lyndis... We'll be together always!

Am I allowed to watch?

Really? Oh, that pleases me so...but... Please don't call me Lady Lyndis. For you, I'm still Lyn.

My pegasus and I fly for your house now. I am your servant. There are rules to follow.

Florina!

I'm happiest when I'm with you. That's more important than how I address you... Please...

I suppose I'll just have to get used to it, right? Very well. I understand.

Oops! I mean... Lady Lyndis!

Ha ha ha... Oh, Florina!

Sickeningly cute.

I'm sure no one will notice you around here anyway.

Wil? Weren't you planning on returning home?

Well, I was, but... I've grown quite fond of Lyndis's Legions, you know... I couldn't possibly leave everyone behind. I'll send word to my family regarding my decision.

I'm pleased to have you, Wil.

Thank you, milady.

Yes, I am. I didn't want to say it before the others, but... everything has changed, Lyn. You've got your Grandfather now, the eye of the Lycian League, and I know that your eyes are on that Eliwood. I... things were different when it was just me and you on the plains, but now? I've seen too much and...well..I know that I'm no longer needed.

No, I'm not asking you to stay. It's just... I'll miss you. When I found you unconscious on the plains... I had no idea we would be together for so long. You've helped us so much, and I'm sure you've learned all you can from us. That's from someone who's seen you at work!

Words are just that. Words. They mean nothing without action to back them up.

I'm sure that I will someday...

 

[spekkio]

Noooooooo!

But the main campaign will bring some new tits to this LP, yes?

 

[Mrowak]

Noooooooo!

Exactly me reaction when I finished this campaign.

But the main campaign will bring some new tits to this LP, yes?

Plenty of new ones... and a few familiar as well.

OBJECTION!! There actually is (sort of): Later on you can upgrade your characters with special items that are somewhat rare, forcing you to choose which one to "upgrade" and which not. "Ascended" characters are generally better, with more options for combat (such as being able to use different weapons, or being faster/able to fly, etc.), but not always. Future games made things more interesting like including multiple and totally opposed classes available when leveling up and so on.

Meh... stupid pokemon have better character progression. I liked what they did with Sacred stones, though - that you could choose which class you wanted to advance to. That some of them had interesting bonuses was a good thing to

 

[Crooked Bee]

3 updates? That's just crazy!

You're doing a great job, though, and the LP is a pleasure to read. Keep it UP!

By the way, are stat increases on level-ups random or predetermined?

Yes. We have so much to talk about. Walks to take, music to listen to. There's so much I want to do with you, so much lost time we can recover!

Awwww.

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Level ups are random. They are weighted, and I think each character has a maximum - but they are random.


Like I think Sain has a 60% of increasing in Strength at a level up, while Kent is 50%.

 

[Kashmir Slippers]

You Lyn...
Dat Strength.

 

[Edward_R_Murrow]

Damn. Three updates in a row. You're a machine. Keep it up, bro.

 

[Hellraiser]

The training wheels are off now, time for you to get slowly submerged in the real shit.

 

[Undead Phoenix]

Lyndis' Legion


~~~


A knight in service to house Caelin. Virtuous to a fault.

Kent, Knight of Lycia

For his bravery in fulfilling his command, Kent is named Knight Commander of Caelin. It is a high honor for one so young, but no one denies his worth.


~~~


A knight in service to house Caelin. A bit of a scoundrel.

Sain, Knight of Lycia

Sain has earned the honor of being named subcommander of the Caelin knights. Despite his promotion, he still scoffs at authority and woos the village girls. He is much loved by the citizenry.


~~~


A pegasus knight earning her title. A friend of Lyn's.

Florina, Pegasus Knight of Ilia

Florina has arranged to stay in Caelin. She spends her every waking hour in rigorous training, hoping to become invaluable to Lyn. Her fear of men has lessened, but...only slightly.


~~~


A youth from Pherae, in the Lycian League. Very social.

Wil, Archer of Pherae

With his cheery outlook and his happy-go-lucky demeanor, Wil has become quite dear to Marquess Caelin's household. Kent is teaching him banners befitting a sworn man of Castle Caelin.


~~~


A man from a small village in Bern. Fights for his wife.

Dorcas, Fighter of Bern

Once Lyn's true heritage is recognized in Caelin, Dorcas returns to his home in Bern. There, he cares for his wife and makes a good living as a mercenary, fighting the local bandits.


~~~


A cleric in service to House Ostia. Headstrong and bold.

Serra, Cleric of Ostia

Ultimately, Erk succeeds in seeing Serra safely to Ostia. While her behavior is irritating at best, she is sorely missed. Her ascerbic tongue has become legendary.


~~~


A young mage from Eturia. Charming, but uptight.

Erk, the Wandering Mage

His contract with Serra complete, Erk sets off for Eturia. His time as a mercenary is just part of his training, and he is glad to see it end. He has since returned to his mentor.


~~~


A young hired sword from the Kutolah tribe.

Rath, the Sacaen Nomad

In the celebration following Lyn's return to Caelin, Rath slips out unseen. Whether he was returned to Sacae or has continued to work as a mercenary, no one knows.


~~~


A cheery thief. His casual demeanor belies his skill.

Matthew, the Enigmatic Thief

Matthew vanishes after the final battle, and his whereabouts remain a mystery.


~~~


A bard possessing arcane powers. Brother of Ninian.

Nils, the Mysterious Musician

Nils and his siter, Ninian, take their leave of Castle Caelin after a few days. He may well be traveling the land, mastering his musical skills somewhere.


~~~


A traveling acolyte. Gentle and serene.

Lucius, the Traveling Monk

Lucius studies in Caelin for a time, but he departs after recieving summons to another land. He has since been seen traveling with a hard-eyed mercenary.


~~~


A retired knight of Caelin. Constantly testing himself.

Wallace, the Caelin General

For Wallace, Lyn's struggle only whets his appetite for battle. He sets off in search of a cause worthy of his blade. He lacks any sense of direction, so it may be years before he returns.


~~~


A young girl from the Lorca tribe. Stouthearted and kind.

Lyn, the Swordfighter from Sacae

Lyn now lives with her grandfather as Lady Lyndis of Castle Caelin. Under her loving care, Lord Hausen recovers, and now the two of them go for many walks in the Caelin gardens. On clear, dry nights, Lyn can be seen high atop a hill near the castle. Perhaps she is remembering the home of her youth, the plains of Sacae.

 

[Undead Phoenix]

This ain't dead.


Now where are mah bumps?