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Prologue: Welcome to Reveria!

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YueliaReveria. It is a land of peace, magic...and dreams. I used to look down on Reveria from the clouds. But now I look up to that same sky. The moon lives behind the dream-filled haze of night. Reverians refer to the moon as Lunares. When the curtain of shadows falls, Lunares bathes all of Reveria in pools of its shimmering, silver light. At the break of dawn, a call will go out for a new hero. A hero who now tosses and turns in an uneasy dream... This hero will choose between the sword and the wand. Perhaps this hero will select the needle over the axe, or the rod over the bow. A hero may forge legendary weapons, wield an epic blade, or brew magical potions. The choices are many... Perhaps this hero will sew. Or saw. Perhaps the hero will sew and saw while on a seesaw. HA! ...Sorry. I thought that was kinda funny. All of this grand speech weighs on me after a while... Anyway...I think I see the first light of the sunrise! Let's find out if our hero is ready to awaken... I think it's time for your story to begin.
Pam[Player]?
PamOh, my stars! Are you OK?! What happened?! What's going on up here?! Should I call for someone?!
PamI was dozing downstairs when I heard an awful ruckus up here. Are you hurt?
PamI'm sorry I just came barging in, but I thought maybe one of those falling stones crashed into the roof!
PamBut it looks like everything is OK... Did you fall out of bed? I bet you were having an intense dream! [Choice: $$Yeah, I guess so / $$I don't remember]
PamYou poor thing. Was it scary? Whenever I have a scary dream, I'm up for weeks. Don't get me started!
PamWell, I just had a funny dream you fell out of bed and bumped your noggin! Tee hee!
Pam...It was only funny because I see that you're OK now, of course.
PamOh, congratulations, by the way! I heard you finally chose a Life for yourself! How exciting!
PamHave you checked the mailbox? I don't think you got your letter from the king yet! Not that I peeked...
PamI don't mean to be nosy. It just kind of goes with the Life of being a landlady, I suppose.
PamPop outside and check the mailbox, dearie.
RolandST-eeeeeee-RIKE! A perfectly placed letter!
PamOver here, dearie! It's right here in the mailbox. I saw the royal seal there on the envelope!
PamThe letter from the king marks the beginning of your new Life!
PamOh, this is all so exciting! To start a new Life! How wonderful for you! It makes me think back to when—
Pam*GASP* I need to get ahold of myself. And you need to get a license before you report to the king! [Choice: I've got one / $$How do I do that?]
PamOoooh, listen to you! What a terrible fibber! Just terrible! I can read you like a pamphlet, you!
PamPop into the Guild Office and pick up your license before you make your way to the castle.
PamThe Guild Office is just over there. See?
PamYou should be able to make it that far without getting lost, but I'll mark it on your map, just in case.
PamAre you going to be OK? You seem nervous. Or... well, maybe it's just me. I'm so excited for you!
PamHere. Take a piece of my candy. No, I insist. It will help you keep calm in front of the king.
PamJust pop it in your Pouch, dearie. That way, you'll have easy access to it no matter where you are!
PamGo on! The king won't wait all day, you know! Don't forget to stop at the Guild Office first!
Castele Guild MasterHere's your Novice License. Don't lose it. I don't want to have to do all the paperwork again.
Received [Name 1] License from the Guild Master!
Castele Guild MasterSince you're here, read this. It explains everything you need to know about these licenses.
Castele Guild MasterPay close attention now. Repeating things makes my sciatica flare up.
Castele Guild MasterThat license there will get you started,
Castele Guild MasterCome and see me if you got any other questions.
Castele Guild MasterYou know the way to the castle, don't you? When you leave here, just head north.
???GET OUTTA MY WAY!
???I don't want any trouble! Just let me fly by here!
???I gots a better idea, little butterfly. Howzabout we play a game?
???Dis is a game called "you ain't goin' anywherez."
???Just leave me alone!
Castele Guild MasterSounds like trouble outside in the square. Yeah, that's about the way of it these days...
Now, don't worry. We won't hurt you...much.
Butterfly YueliaPlease! Just let me go!
ButchThink you can just flutter away after whut you said?
Butterfly YueliaWhat? What did I say?!
ButchI don't remember now. But I think it was insultin'.
Butterfly YueliaI was only responding to your little comment about putting me in a display case. That wasn't very nice.
Butterfly YueliaI'm not just some regular old butterfly you can turn into a brooch or a hatpin!
PierreYou probably shouldn't give us such ideas. We are quite aware of how special a talking butterfly is.
ButchYeah! We're gonna be eatin' good tonight!
Butterfly YueliaWhat?! But...butterfly wings really aren't very filling, you know. And they're high in trans fats!
PierreDon't be a fool! We're not going to eat you. We're going to sell you and make a tidy sum of Dosh! With that Dosh, we shall purchase a grand feast!
Butterfly YueliaNo! You can't do that!
Butterfly YueliaHey! You there! Friend! Tell these guys, uh...y'know, why they...can't do that.
Help the talking butterfly? [Choice: $$I'll handle this! / ((I'm just observing]
Butterfly YueliaWhoa, slow down there. I mean, I do appreciate your bravery and all...
Butterfly YueliaBut I think it's best if we could deal with these...
Butterfly Yueliaruffians in a civilized manner.
Butterfly YueliaReally?! Well, I can't really blame you, I guess...
Butterfly YueliaWhy get involved in the inconsequential affairs of those in need of help...
Butterfly YueliaI'll do my best, as a fragile butterfly, to deal with these large and intimidating ruffians on my own.
PierreOh my... And now this butterfly has the gall to label us as ruffians!
ButchYeah? You're gonna see how "ruffians" we can get!
Butterfly YueliaOh, I don't like where this situation is going...
Butterfly YueliaHey, you there! Actually, I think I could really use your help...
PierreMy friend, please just go along your business and leave us to deal with this quarrelsome insect.
ButchA squirrel's been shipwrecked?!
PierreButch...please talk less in front of others.
PierreAnd you! Nosy...observer type! I'll ask you once more to leave us be. This doesn't concern you.
PierreA man must be free to enrich himself as he sees fit.
PierreEither through work, art, or the acquisition of Dosh!
ButchSpeakin' of acquisitioning Dosh. If you're just gonna watch, you should pay the price of admission.
ButchSometimes we pick mushrooms or flowers and sells 'em to get by. Other times, we just take Dosh.
PierreSo, friend, just as Butch here said. How about you give us all your Dosh, and we'll be on our merry way.
PierreButch, you have the honor of emptying
ButchAw...how come I always have to get the honor?
ButchHey, Pierre, I ain't never seen anythin' like it. This kid is walkin' around with no Dosh!
PierreWHAT?! I am incredulous. Incredulous, I say I am!
PierreHow do you expect to get about this world with no Dosh lining your pockets?
PierreThis Doshless hobo and this chatty butterfly deserve each other's company.
ButchOoh! Lookit dis!
PierreAha! I knew you must have something on you!
ButchAin't no Dosh! It's just an empty candy wrapper!
PierreI'm starting to feel sorry for the kid now.
ButchAin't no Dosh! It's candy!
PierreI'm starting to feel sorry for the kid now.
PierreWell, I suppose it's better than nothing. Hand it over.
PierreThis should teach you to mind your own affairs. And for the love of Reveria, make some Dosh.
ButchYeah. "Make some Dosh." Dat's my bro's credo. It's pretty good. But I got my very own credo. My credo is "Buckets." You remember dat one, kid.
Butterfly YueliaWhew! Thanks for getting those guys off my back.
Butterfly YueliaI'm doing research on all of the Life choices here in Reveria, so I've been asking a lot of questions.
Butterfly YueliaThose two were being so rude, so I asked: "Which Life did you two select?
Butterfly YueliaLemme guess...Nimrod? Or was it Nincompoop?"
Butterfly YueliaGuess they didn't care too much for that. Ha!
Butterfly YueliaMaybe I should've kept quiet, but I just couldn't help it! Anyway, I really owe you one. Thanks again!
Butterfly YueliaWell, I'm headed to the castle. I still have more research to do! Maybe I'll see you around!
Butterfly YueliaAnd the castle was...which way?
Butterfly YueliaDue north, right?
Butterfly YueliaOh, there it is up there!
Butterfly YueliaFarewell, then!
Butterfly YueliaAnd good luck with your Life!
PaladinHalt! I'm sorry to inform you, the Royal Court has a dress code that is enforced at all times.
PaladinThank you for going to the great lengths of putting on a
PaladinFormal attire is required at all times. The king is in there, for goodness' sake!
PaladinYou can't go in there looking like you just fell out of bed. There are rules, you know!
PaladinAt least put on a tie or something. Show the king some respect.
???BUT THAT'S NOT FAIR!
MinisterPlease keep your voice down...butterfly.
Butterfly YueliaBut you just have to let me see the king!
Butterfly YueliaOh, hello again!
MinisterI see you two know each other...?
Butterfly YueliaYeah, this is...my friend! See, when people help each other out, they have things like friends, you meanie!
MinisterI can assure you that I am no "meanie."
MinisterI'm sorry, but we just do not allow insects at the Royal Court. It simply isn't done.
MinisterThe king is a very busy man. I'm sorry, but I must ask you to leave now.
Butterfly YueliaHe's prejudiced against butterflies! Can you believe that? In this day and age?!
Butterfly YueliaThey probably didn't let you in to see the king because of the way you're dressed, huh?
Butterfly YueliaMore prejudice! How can people get so uptight about dressing formally?
Butterfly YueliaYou even have a personal invitation from the king! Oooooh, this all makes me so—
Butterfly YueliaHey! Wait a second! I think I know how to get us both inside the Royal Court!
Butterfly YueliaWanna try something sneaky? [Choice: Sure, why not? / I don't know...]
Butterfly YueliaBut we can't just take no for an answer!
Butterfly YueliaYou're here on, uh...official business...right?
Butterfly YueliaAnd it's very, very important that I see the king!
Butterfly YueliaSo just trust me on this one, OK?
Butterfly YueliaI haven't had much practice hitting a moving target, so stand still...
Butterfly YueliaYou've heard of a bow tie... Well, say hello to the world's first buttertie!
PaladinHalt in the name of the king! I will not tell you again that your outfit is not—
PaladinOoooh... What's that sparkly thing under your chin? That's the prettiest bow tie I've ever laid eyes on...
PaladinIt's so...fetching...
PaladinYou should have worn that earlier! Such a splendid piece of finery is a pass to roam the castle! Go on!
PaladinThat tie of yours... It seems a little...lively.
PaladinBut go on ahead.
Butterfly Yuelia*Psst! I can't believe it really worked!*
Butterfly Yuelia*Way to play it cool. Now just stride on in there like you've belonged this entire time!*
ErikWell, you certainly took your time in responding to my summons. I'm sorry if I inconvenienced you at all.
ErikAfter all, I, Erik, 11th king of Castele, am only the ruler of our entire realm! Sure, let me wait!
Erik*sigh* ...I ask for so little. Anyway, so it is my royal duty to explain to you how all citizens choose a Life that they wish to pursue.
ErikAs King Erik, your rightful, kind, and loving ruler, allow me to congratulate you on this auspicious day.
ErikAfter all, it's not every day that we are graced by the presence of a young...uh...
ErikSorry—which Life did you choose? I forgot what they said in the morning briefing...
OpheliaOh, Erik! Honestly? Can't you just pretend to be even the slightest bit interested?
ErikWhat? I can't be expected to remember every little— Oh, it doesn't matter!
ErikSo may the Life you have chosen lead you to glory, fame, success...all that good stuff. Got it?
Butterfly Yuelia*Psst. So is the king...a little boy?*
ErikI'm sorry—what was that? Now you're mumbling to yourself? My speeches are soooo boring, is that it?
ErikI like a
ErikAllow me to introduce my wife, Queen Ophelia.
OpheliaCongratulations on starting your Life, [Player].
OpheliaYour hard work in your new Life will be a great benefit and an inspiration to those closest to you.
OpheliaPlease remember that what you do for yourself, you also do for all of Reveria.
Butterfly Yuelia*She smells like a meadow in springtime. I like her!*
ErikThe reluctantly smiling young lady to my right is—
OpheliaGone. She's gone, darling. Princess Laura left quite a while ago.
ErikThat girl is shameless when it comes to openly defying my orders. I told her to stay in the castle!
ErikDoesn't she know that children are supposed to listen to their parents?!
Butterfly Yuelia*Sounds like the princess has a real wild streak!*
ErikWell, I'll just have to deal with her later. Anyway, back to the matter at hand...
ErikAs a subject of mine, I ask that you conduct yourself with dignity at all times.
ErikMost importantly, enjoy your chosen Life and cherish the opportunity to share it with others.
ErikGather much Dosh if you so wish.
ErikPursue a Life filled with Bliss if you so desire.
ErikOr just collect Dandelion Puffs until you keel over. It's up to you. Knock yourself out.
ErikAll who reside in our great land of Reveria are free to live however they see fit.
Erik[Player] the [Name 1] will follow a singular path heretofore uncharted since the first sunrise!
ErikPlease accept these gifts from the royal family as a token of our happiness for your future prosperity.
You got 300 Dosh!
You got a World Map!
ErikWe would also like to provide you with a basic set of Novice armor for your Life. Try it on, please.
Butterfly Yuelia*Wow, [Player]! You really scored here!*
ErikHow's that for "even the slightest bit interested"?
OpheliaVery impressive, darling. Thank you.
ErikGood to know the king's still got it. NOW! On to our next matter of business...
ErikAs you may or may not know, in Reveria we offer a Master for each Life. This will be your mentor.
ErikYou will begin as a Novice under the tutelage of a Master. This is how it has always been done.
ErikOnce you have earned your Master's respect, you will be promoted to the rank of Fledgling.
ErikYour Life does not change. Just your rank. With hard work, you may achieve the level of Master yourself.
ErikWho knows? You may even surpass it and attain the level of Hero or, dare I mention, Legend.
ErikBut let's not get ahead of ourselves. First, you must meet with the [Name 1] Master.
ErikMay doing so prepare you for an exciting and fulfilling chapter in your newly budding Life.
ErikWell then, [Player], my keen subject. Now you must make your way to your Master posthaste.
ErikI wish you eternal luck in your new [Name 1] Life.
ErikShould you ever become disheartened, you are always welcome to draw strength here at the castle... just don't, y'know...spend all your time just hanging around the castle.
Butterfly YueliaAnd...buttertie off!
Butterfly YueliaThat was great! I got to see the king, thanks to you!
Butterfly YueliaYou played it real smooth in there. Well done!
Butterfly YueliaWell, I guess this is where we part ways. Good luck in your new Life, [Player]!
Butterfly YueliaDid I mention that your new duds look really great? The king definitely set you up!
Butterfly YueliaYou seem a little...naked around the neck, though. If it gets cold, that's not gonna be comfortable...
Butterfly YueliaIt's almost as if your outfit could use one more accessory...
Butterfly YueliaYou just look like you're lacking a little something...
Butterfly YueliaUh...yeah, so...
Butterfly YueliaHey, I've got another great idea!
Butterfly YueliaIt just doesn't make sense for you to go on alone.
Butterfly YueliaI mean, it's such a big world, [Player]! You could get so much more accomplished with a friend!
Butterfly YueliaYour silence speaks volumes... You're just gonna make me come out and beg, aren't you?
Butterfly YueliaCome on! You have to let me come with you!
Butterfly YueliaReveria is no place for a butterfly on its own! [Choice: Why not? / No way!]
Butterfly YueliaYes! You won't regret this, I promise!
Butterfly YueliaOh, that's cold...
Butterfly YueliaLook, you need a companion for this new chapter in your Life. Plus, I can help you get into formal affairs.
Butterfly YueliaYou know you're just prolonging the inevitable...
Butterfly YueliaAlso, I'm not giving you a choice. If you say no, I'm just going to follow you anyway. So how about it?! [Choice: OK]
Butterfly YueliaI knew you'd see things my way...
Butterfly YueliaWe need to visit this Master next...
Butterfly YueliaThe king gave you a map, right?
Butterfly YueliaLet's bust that baby out and see where we're going!
Butterfly YueliaLet's see where we need to go and make the acquaintance of your new Life Master!
You can now hear Butterfly's Hints.
Check the Quest Menu for information on what you should do next.
PamFor now, take a peek in that red mailbox. There should be a letter from the king inside!
ErikI have said all I will. Be off now.
ButchLittle busy right now, pal.
OpheliaTee hee. Oh, Erik really can be quite a card.
PamCareful not to offend the king. Remember to mind your manners.
RolandI tossed a letter for you in your mailbox earlier today. That fancy envelope must be from the royal family!
PierreIf you would like to engage in a staring contest, then please let me know ahead of time.
MinisterWelcome to Castele Castle. The king is currently receiving an audience in the Royal Court. His Majesty is most gracious to his subjects, but please be quiet as a mark of respect.
MinisterHis Majesty, King Erik, is present in the Royal Court and permits entry to all who desire his counsel. With the exception of riffraff, monsters, and bugs. He hates bugs.
StaffWelcome to the Guild Office! Need a license? You've come to the right place!
PaladinThe Royal Court is just up ahead. Sometimes we hear the king laughing. He's not all pomp, you know.
PaladinLook, I don't make the rules. I just enforce 'em.
PaladinYou may pass freely. I don't suppose that fancy bow tie of yours is for sale?
PaladinWhat's beyond this door? Why, the Royal Court. Wanna get in? Gotta abide by the rules.
PaladinIf you wear something respectful, you can pass. If you don't, well then...I'll let you figure out the rest.
PaladinThat tie is quite trendy. It probably wouldn't suit most people...but somehow you really pull it off.
PaladinThe castle is just up ahead, but I'm afraid I can't let you through. Regulations, you know.
PaigeThe castle is at the top of the town square. If you just head north, you'll run right into it.
BoySay, kid...does that butterfly really talk? I could take a talking butterfly on a tour all across Reveria!
Kind LadyThey claim they're picking up rubbish. But they're really picking pockets!
PaladinThe Shopping District is up ahead, but it's off limits right now. Don't ask me why.
PaladinThe Artisan District is up ahead, but I can't let you through right now. Sorry about that.
PaladinThis leads to the Castele Outskirts, but are you sure that's where you want to go right now? Sorry. I don't mean to lecture you. I've been doing that ever since I became a father.
PaladinContinue on this way to get to the Inner Garden. Have you been there yet? Boy, it's really something.
PaladinThis leads to the Inner Garden. It's one of the most peaceful places in all of Reveria.
PaladinThis is no time for sightseeing. You should present yourself to your Master posthaste!
You handed over [Player]