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The Fledgling Paladin 34
Well, hello! Come to offer more free samples,
have you?
I must say, the appetizers have been living up to
their name so far. Mmm-hmm! Keep 'em coming!
Oh, Roslyn! Hello!
Won't you join me for a midpatrol snack?
Oh, bother. A robust midsection is a soldier's first
line of defense, and I'm afraid I can't coach that.
But...seeing as you've come all this way, I suppose
I can throw you a scrap, as it were.
Right then. Do you two crumpets know how the best
Paladins start their day?
One word: prebreakfast.
That's right. Well-fed soldiers are the key to a
peaceful and safe Castele.
Now, don't get me wrong. Swords and shields play
a role, to be sure.
But how can we summon up the strength to wield
them properly on an empty stomach?
So for the good of the kingdom, dig in, soldier!
Splendid. Oh, and here's a delectable morsel of a
training tip...
You can use your shield as an oversized buffet plate!
Oh. I suppose not. Then again, I know that man's
mustache alone requires ample sustenance...
But I digress. Let's move on to the main course,
shall we?
That is, of course, the business of learning to
properly handle your plate—er, shield.
What do you think, recruits? Ready to defend
yourselves AND the kingdom of Castele?
I've got high hopes for you two. You seem to have
a healthy appetite for adventure.
I'm counting on the next generation of Paladins to
maintain a state of pizza—er, peace—in Castele.
All right, Roslyn. I trust this has been a savory
and satisfying lesson. I'm off to predinner.
Yes, yes, of course! Oh, but speaking of food, I
almost forgot...
While I was munching on a little postlunch, I heard
some fellows talking about a disturbance nearby.
Well, funny you should ask. I haven't the foggiest!
My attention was regretfully compromised by a
particularly scrumptious slice of cheesecake...
And now I've gone and ordered a little après snack.
So I won't be able to check it out at the moment.
But you know what? You two could use the
experience. Why don't you investigate?
That's right! Remember, a Paladin's duty involves
more than swinging a sword or raising a shield.
Or don't you remember the Paladin creed?
Ah, it warms my belly to see two young recruits
so eager to prove themselves.
Head over to the Appleseed Café, and speak with
the owner. He should have the info you need.
And make sure you report back to Captain Mustang
when you're done.
You'll find the café over in the Artisan District.
Have an éclair while you're investigating!
So THAT'S why the selection at the café was so
limited. The owner is completely out of apples!
The Apple Juice he produces is simply exquisite.
It'd be a pity if he never made any again.
Hey, great work catching the apple thieves! I'm sure
the owner of the Appleseed is grateful.
Speaking of the café...it's been a long time since I've
tasted that juice...
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I'm not one to gossip, but since you're here, we
may as well chew the fat...
I heard that the Mercenaries haven't had a paying
gig in MONTHS. Lean times, they are.
I'll have the usual, with a side of bacon. And make
it snappy! I'm fading fast here.
Ho, Paladin! Looks like you're the real deal now.
All official.
Let's catch up over a working lunch later, OK?
Get it? Catch up...working lunch...ketchup?
Oh ho ho! Seriously, though. I'm hungry.
Oh, hello. You haven't brought me a snack,
have you?
Oh...OK.
Hey! Rookie! C'mere a second. How are your
skills with the ol' shield shaping up?
The sword will get you far, but without a shield,
you'll be vulnerable. It's all about balance.
As a Paladin, your sword and shield are your bread
and butter.
Yes...rustic bread, toasted to perfection, dripping
with freshly melted butter...
Cheers, Paladin! Have you had your first taste of
action in this Life yet?
I've got a little morsel you'll find quite tasty! Unless
you've already defeated the beast in question...
There's a thing called an Iron Golem that lives over
in Waterfall Cave on Mount Snowpeak.
Could you be a peach and take care of it for me?
I've got to continue partaking, er, patrolling here.
Golly, it'd be nice if you could take care of that
Iron Golem for me.
Remember? The one that lives in Waterfall Cave
over on Mount Snowpeak?
I've scheduled a working lunch here...and I'm afraid
I simply can't get away. Thanks in advance!
You're really making a go of it as a Paladin,
aren't you? That's good to see.
As a matter of fact, I think you're ready for even the
most adventurous sorts of adventures.
In case you didn't get the hint, I was talking about
adventuring with me. Invite me along sometime!
Heya, kid. Say, have I told you about my
nickname yet?
Well! To many, I'm known as Porthos the Powerful!
To others, Porthos the Perfect!
Still others know me as Porthos the Pontificator!
And there's one guy who calls me Derek.
I think he probably just doesn't know my name...
Oh, hello there! I was just thinking about you.
Well, about you...and Sand Golems.
Specifically, the Sand Golems that roam around
the Aridian Desert.
See, long story short...they're making it hard for
certain culinary deliveries to be made from Al Maajik.
Needless to say, we gotta take 'em out! Er, rather...
YOU gotta take one of 'em out.
Unless, of course, you've already taken care of
that. But if not, you better get on task, OK?
Haven't had a chance to sweep away any of those
pesky Sand Golems yet, have you?
Well, they're still out there in the Aridian Desert
disrupting the flow of delicious desert desserts!
So...when you feel ready, it'd be a big help if you
could defeat one of them.
Wait...you're a Master already? Where does the
time go?
Well, I think that means you're ready for something
really challenging.
If you haven't already, why don't you head out to the
Ancient Ruins and defeat a Gilded Golem?
What do I have against golems? None of your
business! Sheesh!
Look, I'll even give you a little something to make it
worth your while. Now go get that golem!
So I suppose this means you haven't taken down
one of those Gilded Golems yet, eh?
Well, that's OK. But I would really appreciate it if you
could take care of it when you get a chance...
I have my reasons, OK! Anyway, you'll find one in
the Ancient Ruins. Good luck in there!
If you're a Master now, I should probably be the
one picking up the check...
Excuse me, waitress? We'll have two orders of
the bottomless Mutton legs, please!
And keep the Barley Juice coming!
Good day, Paladin. I have an interesting question
for you today.
Have you ever been to Cacto Cove? Apparently
it's only a short boat ride from Al Maajik.
Anyway, the place is famous for its Cave of
Shadows! Sounds horrible, doesn't it?
Well, it gets worse. The cave is filled with all kinds
of demonic Shadow Monsters!
It's rumored that Paladins used to visit this horrible
cave to TRAIN...back in the olden days, of course.
Isn't that a barbaric practice? You're not thinking
of actually VISITING the place, are you?
Well, well, well. If it isn't the Legend of Castele!
Well done, Paladin. Well done indeed. Truly...you've
earned each and every accolade.
And not just for slaying all those golems I asked you
to slay.
No, I'm speaking of your service to Castele. That's
the mark of a great Paladin if I ever saw one. Bravo!
Say, maybe you could treat old Porthos to a meal?
You know, for all the guidance and whatnot.
Heh! I'm just kidding. You made Legend all on your
own, kid.
But...I wouldn't turn down a plate of free nosh.
Just sayin'.
Say, maybe you could treat old Porthos to a meal?
You know, for all the guidance and whatnot.
Heh! I'm just kidding. You made Legend all on your
own, kid.
Aw, what the heck? Waitress! Bring everything!
I don't even know what to say... Congratulations?
I wasn't aware one could go BEYOND Legend!
So...yeah. You're quite literally the highest-ranked
person I've ever spoken with.
This calls for a celebration. And yes, I'm treating.
Congratulations!
Look, I know you're in the middle of a big, important
quest at the moment...
But don't forget to stop by and visit old Porthos
from time to time, OK?
Snack time wouldn't be the same without you!
I heard a strange rumor. Perhaps you can confirm
or deny it.
Have...have you really achieved Creator rank?
Unbelievable!
I remember when you were a mere trifle of a
Paladin who couldn't even handle a shield!
And now look at you! You're the best! Well,
congratulations, boss. You earned it.
This may not exactly be a closely guarded secret,
but I enjoy food a great deal.
But you know what I enjoy even more than food?
The smiles of the people we protect as Paladins.
And you? You've brought more smiles to the faces
of Castelians than anyone. Really!
So I salute you. To the greatest Paladin I've ever
known. Cheers!