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— Tale of Lunares — 3
Excellent...
...
What are you waiting for? Stop staring at me and
get going!
— Tale of Lunares — 144
You're embarrassing me, and quite frankly, you're
embarrassing yourself, Eldred. I heard everything.
I WILL TAKE CARE OF THIS...PERSONALLY.
...HEH HEH HEH HA...
WE HAVE SEEN MANY HEROES HERE OF LATE.
I AM INTRIGUED BY THESE...VISITORS.
LET US SPEAK OF YOUR URGENT MATTER.
NEVER DEFY MY ORDERS IN FRONT OF OTHERS!
I am Damien Helbourne, Dark Sultan of Al Maajik.
Now tell me, what is your purpose here?
Know this: whether or not you leave this palace
depends on your answer.
And would this "important" something have to do
with a letter from Castele's king?
Do not bother lying to me, for I can see into your
soul with my magical abilities.
Rare is the sight of a butterfly blessed with speech.
And you... [Player], was it? Listen well.
You are now under the power of the Dark Sultan.
From this point forward, I shall know who you are
inside and out. I shall control your every word.
And you will reside here in Al Maajik for the rest of
your years acting only as I command.
Heh heh heh ha! Just kidding!
Sorry. I'm not very good at this whole "evil and
tyrannical Dark Sultan" thing.
I am the Dark Sultan, but, y'know...that's just my
Life. You can call me Damien.
Not at all! Welcome to Al Maajik!
It's good to see new faces. This letter you have
from King Erik? This is quite the honor...
Fur...rends?
I am familiar with the meanings of those words, yes.
Although I have never experienced it, I am familiar
with the concept of friendship in the abstract, yes.
Perhaps King Erik and I actually are friends and I
am simply unaware of it.
I am deeply pleased with such a secondhand
invitation. My thanks.
However, as much as I would like to, I don't know if
I'm ever going to get the chance to leave this place.
I've read and heard so much about all the wonderful
places in Reveria.
I long to see lush, beautiful landscapes and
experience unique cultures all over the land.
Yet I ramble. My apologies. Perhaps that will be in
another Life.
Now let me see this letter you speak of.
Well, I must use that judiciously. The spell is quite
draining, and Mother absolutely hates it when I—
*ahem* Never mind.
I'm sorry that I only have bad news to add to
this situation.
We also had a Doomstone fall here recently.
Although this doesn't fall under the duties of the
Dark Sultan, I made an attempt to recover it myself.
Not well. The monsters near the stone have fallen
under its influence.
More are being infected by the stone's energy every
second. Our situation here is grave.
Although it may help you, it isn't within my power to
share the treasures of Al Maajik. You must speak to—
Mother, please do not insult our guests like that!
They've brought me a letter from the king of Castele.
It says that the change in Lunares and the strange
events occurring around Reveria might be—
Mother, please... You're a little paranoid.
Our feud with Castele was how long ago?
*sigh* "My destiny is to pass the Trial by Sultan
at the age of 15 and rule on as the next Dark Sultan.
At which time, my first order of business will be to
make right our humiliation at the hands of Castele."
...Y-yes, Mother.
That was most...unfortunate. I do apologize for that.
That...was my mother. Obviously.
Taking part in this trial requires that I remain
sequestered from the world for a whole year.
That's a good question. As if I haven't grown up
isolated enough.
I am to remain in the depths of the Ancient Ruins
until my sultan training is complete.
Perhaps they believe that isolation is the key to my
success. But in the event that I fail the trial...
I am to remain in the ruins for three more years to
undergo basic training once more.
And the entire cycle begins again...
It truly was a pleasure meeting you both. Now please
leave before my mother returns.
Odin! Please. Enter.
It's OK. They're friends. Please escort them out of
here safely. And avoid my mother.
Fear not, Butterfly. I shall write a response to King
Erik before the start of the trial.
No. Like King Erik, our time was short but pleasant.
You two may stay at the inn in town before you leave.
I thank you both.
Farewell.
We are...furrends?
That's a strange pair there, eh, Cerby?
You know what's funny, though?
I forgot to use a memory-erasing spell on them after
they heard all about getting revenge on Castele.
Heh heh heh ha! Me forgetting to erase a memory!
Now, that is very funny!
Ha ha... Whew... I think it's funny.
It would be nice if someone else laughed with me so
I could confirm such a statement's humor level.
[Player] and that talking butterfly...
Perhaps I could have eventually considered them...
friends...
What is the matter, Cerby?
Where did that black butterfly come from?
*sigh* As you wish, Mother.
Mother! Just back away slowly. Look at the ground.
Don't make eye contact with it!
Just hold still, Mother. If it is a fight you seek, you
wretched servant of darkness, then face ME!
Odin?! What are you doing here?!
What are you two— What's going on here?!
What is the meaning of this?! This is my trial to bear,
not some carnival for your amusement!
Odin, these travelers certainly did not come here
willingly, and they put themselves at great risk to—
B-but...why? Why would you do that?
Mother!
Gather yourself quickly! I shall prove my worth as the
Dark Sultan. I will get you out of here alive!
Wait until it is focused on me...
Mother, go now!
Mother, are you all right?!
Relax, Butterfly. This is the natural form of the
Lord of the Dead. All is normal.
Who are you?! Identify yourself!
*That's a pretty strong mind-control spell...*
Who was that girl?
Yes, this is quite concerning. Mother, are you OK?
Mother, please don't cry. I know what I have to do.
I vow to do all that is within my power. Not for my
sake, but rather for my mother's.
I thank you two for your help. I wish I could help you
further on your journey.
Uh, of course. The oath. Let's see...
My...utmost desire...to rule. Right.
I actually...can't remember the oath. My mind has
gone blank.
Odin! Thanks, but I think I just need some more time.
*sigh* I, Damien Helbourne, hereby claim my rightful
seat as Dark Sultan.
I vow to... I vow to exact...vengeance upon Castele...
...In the name of my father, the former Dark Sultan.
Heed my words, Dark Sultan, and transfer thy dark
spirit upon— Wait. What was that?! Did you see that?!
The statue just moved! Am I the only one who saw it?
This is— What is this?! This isn't part of the trial!
You're just trying to confuse me!
[Player], it does little, but I apologize on behalf
of Al Maajik for our aggression toward Castele.
Our lands should not be fighting each other!
...But I see no way out of this.
I think Odin here has shown me the way to express
what is truly in my heart.
Given all that has transpired, I daresay that, to
convey what I truly wish...
I do not believe my heart would be sufficient.
It will take my heart, my head, and the totality of my
powers...as well as yours, [Player]!
I wish to end this silly feud between the kingdoms.
Will you help me do this?
[Choice: Of course / No way]
You have my thanks, [Player]!
Now...shall we?
This is the Spirit Oasis.
But I thought only the Dark Sultan could ever set
foot here...
I understand he is known as a wise and popular
ruler among the citizens of Castele.
No one doubts he is an honorable man and known
to be so throughout the land.
Wait, Father. You sound like... You're making it
sound like this is all one big...game you two play.
Ha ha ha! Thanks for reminding him, Butterfly. I think
he's going to need some time to get used to that.
Are you kidding? They can't tell me what to do now.
I'm staying for this.
You wish to step down from your position, Eldred?
Father, back to this whole Regal Imp spell you put
on King Erik...
Father, before you go...I have a favor to ask of you.
It is something that has been weighing on me, but I
will not go against your wishes in this matter...
Thank you so much, Father!
Well then, I shall leave you to catch up with Mother.
It sounds like you two have plenty to, um...talk over.
*ahem* We shall deal with your issues later, Eldred.
Right now, I would like to say something.
[Player], Butterfly, for my first official action as
Dark Sultan of Al Maajik, I present you with a gift.
A gift for the admirable service, bravery, and...
furrend...friendship you have shown to Al Maajik.
A gift that...I don't have on me right now.
Meet me outside the gates of Al Maajik, and we'll
finish this up there.
This is the Goddess Treasure entrusted to the sultans
of Al Maajik. Please guard it with your Life.
We all share this world, and if the citizens of Al
Maajik can help to protect it, we shall do so.
Tell King Erik that he has no greater ally than the
Dark Sultan of Al Maajik.
I hope...we may meet again.
In that case, you two are welcome in Al Maajik
anytime. You are official allies to this land.
It seems your friend Magnificus still needs to learn
the value of an inner monologue.
[Player], Butterfly, I wish you safe travels.
I will not forget what you have taught me.
My mother is thankful to you, as well. Even though
she may not know it yet.
And my father will thank you, I'm sure...once he's
allowed to leave the fortress. Until we meet again!
I wish I could have but a moment's respite.
Go wait for me at the exit to the fortress.
I need a moment to prepare.
Remember, you two are always welcome
here in Al Maajik. Not just as guests...
but as my friends.
— Tale of Lunares — 19
Doomstones!
Who is your father?
Sorry. I think I must have misheard you.
Did you just say your father CREATED Reveria?!
You have done more than your share.
We all want the same thing.
It's recorded in the lore of Al Maajik, though it is
commonly written off as a simple fairy tale.
I don't know if anyone has ever seriously considered
it could be...a real place in Reveria.
A Floatstone to power the Goddess Ship...
I think we all know who that should be.
Is it like this every day? Because I just might move
in here so I can watch.
I second that.
Al Maajik scholars and masters of the dark arts shall
provide any necessary aid, as well.
It is an honor to finally meet you, King Erik. You have
my respect as a fellow ruler.
I hope we can look past any sort of animosity that
existed between you and my father.
I shall. Hearing this lifts some of the burden from
my shoulders. Let us leave such prank games behind!
To the future! And please, you must come visit
Al Maajik soon as our most welcome guest.
*But watch your back. The new Dark Sultan may have
a few magical pranks up his own sleeve. Hee hee!*
I applaud your determination. It motivated everyone
gathered here. That is important to our cause.
I'm very proud to call you my friend.
— Tale of Lunares — 6
Calm yourself, Mother. If Odin is getting jokes and
you are not, we have a problem.
You speak truth, Father.
Yet consider this... The shadows that we so revere
are made possible only by the presence of light.
I've studied much of the stars and physics, Father.
And don't call me Li'l Dark Sultan. Please.
Well said, Odin.
[Player]. Yuelia. The wishes of all Reveria fly with
you on this night.
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Of course not! Welcome back to both of you,
Butterfly and [Player]!
All is well. In large part, thanks to your efforts.
I'm glad you've returned. I would like to enlist your
help in my new endeavor.
I have decided I shall take over the world!
Heh heh...yeah. I just wanted to see what it felt like to
say that.
I do have a new plan for ruling the world, though.
It's, uh...pretty ambitious, to say the least.
I wish to make a world where there is no war.
I would like to rule the world by helping its leaders
come together so that we may all be united as one!
That's the kind of world domination I want. A world
dominated by peace and unity.
Thankfully, the world is currently at peace, with no
wars to speak of.
We have only this great danger that currently
threatens all of Reveria equally.
I believe it is the perfect opportunity for our
kingdoms to join together as one.
As the Dark Sultan of Al Maajik, I volunteer my
services to preserve this peace for the future.
I must speak with all the heroes my father and I sent
running away from Al Maajik in abject fear.
I think I can smooth things over if I talk with them
face-to-face.
Hopefully I can get Magnificus to stop trembling long
enough to talk to him.
I ran into him earlier. He shouted, "Be gone, villainy!"
And then just ran off the other way.
Yes...I'm afraid I have no time for recreation.
I have only just ascended to the throne, and I must
attend to several issues to bring this plan to fruition.
However, I sense this business will necessitate a
great deal of participation on your part.
And then we'll go adventuring. You have my word.
You two are true friends, indeed.
The word itself still seems very foreign upon my lips.
Thank you for bringing the meaning of friendship to
my realm and my family.
[Player], I'd like to give you this.
Yeah, actually, it is. I hope that's OK.
I thought it would suit you well.
Wear it in good spirits and good health, my friend.
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Hey, [Player]! So glad you could stop by. Made
any new friends lately? Friends! Ha ha ha ha!
*ahem* Sorry. I'm still at the point where I just enjoy
saying the word.
[Player], Yuelia. Good to see you. It is always a
pleasure to meet friends...of friends.
This girl is from Origin Island?! I can't believe you
discovered...well, what most thought was a myth!
MOM! Stop it! I'm talking to a girl!
Ha ha ha ha! In a way, I suppose! But it is not metal
that I leave my mark on.
We want to make a mark on the world and its people.
Hopefully we can make it a brighter place.
MOM. Let me talk.
MOM! What are you doing?! GEEZ!
Yeah, that's pretty obvious! Can you NOT do that?!
It's like talking to a brick wall...
Mother, when did you become so...wise? And thank
you for saying all that. I believe you are right.
As for you, Grace, I would like to present you with
a gift from all of Al Maajik.
Please take it as a token of our hospitality.
I have one for you as well, [Player].
I do sense quite a strong, magical power emanating
from that little statue there...
It's a power I have sensed only in my father...
Be careful with it. Something in there...is waiting.
Waiting for the right time to make itself known...
There may be more than meets the Dogu there.
Please feel free to visit Al Maajik anytime you wish...
*especially when my mother isn't around.*
Odin, I believe we are done here.
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It becomes quite bothersome having to try to scale a
throne as...sizable as this.
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Welcome to Al Maajik. How would you like to rule
Reveria with me?
Heh heh. I'm just joking. I just wanted to hear what it
would sound like.
I hear the dogs in Castele can shake hands with
their owners. Is that true?
I hope you don't intend to leave too soon. Do take
some time to relax and enjoy yourselves.
You must excuse me. I'm not good with mornings.
Especially when Mother is on one of her rants...
Hey there, [Player]! Good to see you. I received
my invite to the Reveria Summit. I can't wait!
Lately I've been taking Cerberus out on his walks.
We go from Spelltown to the outskirts and then back.
According to Professor Hughes, that engine on the
Goddess Ship amplifies the energy of the Floatstone.
Hello again, [Player]. I just wanted to say...
Uh... Never mind. You'll be great. I know you will!
Reveria must have looked tiny from up there on
Lunares. An experience like that, I mean, wow...
That must really change your perspective, eh?
I'm going to be very busy investigating all of the odd
technology on Lunares.
Good to see you! Mother has finally said I can go
explore Reveria! Not that I needed her OK...
Hello again, [Player]. Take some time to relax here.
I love Reverian history. I spend a lot of time at the
library. The more I learn, the more I want to know!
Whenever Mother gives me a break from my training,
I like to spend time reading in the library.
It would be nice if we could all go to Origin Island
sometime. If you're free, of course.
Odin really enjoyed fighting monsters that don't exist
here in Reveria when we went to Origin Island.