Retired Roegadyn: Aye, I served at the pleasure of King Theodoric, and lived to tell the tale. More sweetbreads!? Arenvald: Ill round up our comrades, and send them to the Ala Mhigan Quarter. Stay here, in your homeland. The bitch really is in there! Alphinaud: Theyve done a fine job of blocking our retreat. When they look to our example, will they see a people who held fast to their principles, or one who cast them aside when tried? Fordola ducks. Tattooed Troublemaker: Like hells we will! The crowd disperses. And now that she is free, I thought it only a matter of time before he sought my leave to return to her. First things first, though, we need to discuss this proposal with the Salterys residents. Shanti: Lady of Bliss! The danger is too great! The Ala Mhigan residential area is mostly closed off. I shall consider my lesson learned, and press on. Raubahn: I know little and less of science, so any light you can shed on this facilitys operations would be much appreciated. (The guards and Qalyana move to attack. I need your answer now. Nanamo Ul Namo: I believe this is where we are to meet Master Mandeville. Nanamo Ul Namo: So you have. Ernold: Yes, I am Ernold. And this, believe it or not, was the site of the ancient city of Skalla, which rose and fell during the Fifth Astral Era. I would make of this an investment which shall enrich Ul'dah and Ala Mhigo both. W-We can do this! Raubahn: The Qalyana would see us all enthralled. In the meantime, the two of you can track down those who worked as palace servants and officials in Theodorics day. You should have heard him scream, Diana! (The scene fades back to Fordolas present-day prison cell.). We will take this as a lesson, and watch our own more carefully in future. Yet how can he freely make such a choice knowing how much I depend on him? For years, I simply signed where I was told to sign, and sat where I was told to sit, blissfully oblivious to what any of it meant. As sultana, the blame falls upon me. (Off to Kugane and the Ruby Bazaar Offices). Arenvald: Oh, I cant wait to see the look on Lyses face! Lyse: Shes starting to weaken! Twas only a jest. Well, Diana? Lore Birthplace of Lyse & Yda 's family. Nanamo Ul Namo: Nothing? Raging Resident: Aye! The gate to the arena opens and Nanamo runs in, evading all attempts to stop her.). Raganfrid: Not you. Lyse: We call it an army, but the Resistance is really a collection of smaller, independent groups. Theyre a little shaken, but not one of them seemed ready to run. Arenvald: I met an old man in Ala Ghiri who spoke of the palaces subterranean prison, but he said naught of cursed abominations! Rest assured that I will do what I can to help you reach your destination. We have searched the prison beneath the palace, and found a door concealed by enchantments. And when Conrad passed his command on to me, that authority only extended to the freedom fighters based in Rhalgrs Reach. Anything they can tell you about the king and his bloody deeds may prove useful, so be sure to listen well. Tell us, how do your people feel about the idea of a republic? There are 11 Gyr Abanian Sidequests in this location. Which of the settlements you visited would best provide a home for our refugees? Lets be about it, eh? Until next time, my friends! Which isnt to say we wont be putting the safety of our allies in the Vira and M tribes first. The enhancement procedure entailed infusing a single candidate with aether siphoned from a multitude of supply subjects. As for the master subjectin this case, Krilethe patterns of her aetheric activity would provide the model upon which they would artificially engineer the candidates aura. For it was during an official visit to the Coliseum that I first met Raubahn. We should join General Aldynn inside, then. Did you notice the labeling? You can go on ahead if you like, Diana. People will respond to passionbut not if its feigned. Lolorito: Yes, if a stable trade route can be established between Uldah and Ala Mhigo, then Ala Ghiri would once more become an important waypoint. Lolorito: I know the Saltery and its products well. 70) Widargelt - The Peaks - The Last Forest - Ala Gannha (x:22.5, y:5.7) 216,000 2,600. Twas not my intention to draw out proceedings. Raubahn:Your Grace! ), Gosetsu: I do give thanks to the kami that my makeshift raft withstood the fury of the seas But there their generosity ended. Why would you want to become a soldier!? Arenvald: Nice work, Fordola! But even after scouring every room from dawn till dusk, they uncovered not a single coin. Lakshmi: Why? In the end, she turned me out into the street, and I was left to haunt the alleyways of Ala Mhigo, a feral child who got what he needed through begging, cunning, or worse. Should Watt wish to discuss figures, my knowledge of the nations finances may prove useful. I should be happy to arrange a meeting for yousay, at the Scions former headquarters in Thanalan? After the Garlean invasion left the majority of overland routes destroyed, that trade came to focus upon catering to the needs of the occupation force. If they uncovered the trove during their occupation, the event is certain to have been recorded. Tis an elegant solutionalbeit one lacking certain crucial details, specifically which industry and where. Fordola: What of it? The lies, the betrayal, the endless fightingyet there you stand, unbroken. And what could he mean by this darkness beneath the palace, I wonder. Arenvald: Aye And Ive found something new to think about too. I believe I see the direction our adventure is to take. ], [The yabbys entire body is protected by a hard carapace, but the underside of the head looks soft and vulnerable.]. I do hope he was still there. Either you are more astute than I give you credit foror I am losing my touch. Nanamo Ul Namo: It was here, in this wholly unremarkable place, that my mother and father met their doom. Or do you mean to put me out of my misery? Lyse: Come to see how were getting on? &0000000000000004000000. Her Grace the sultana would have my opinion on how best to invest the wealth of Uldah? There would be no one left! Lyse: Naago! Raubahn: This Qalyana elders intentions seem at odds with all we know of her tribe. Butyoure right. I tell you this so that you understand I know all too well what poverty and hunger can do to a person. But yes, you do make a good point. Wrathful Resident: Were not leaving till you hand her over! And thus did I consult at length with a most trusted advisor ere I embarked upon this course! Raubahn: Your Grace has developed a wicked edge to her humor. Shall we seek her out? Imagine: the three of us, delving into a decades-old mystery! You who defy me shall ressst in death! Pray see to it that we have the appointed room to ourselves. We did not come here to fritter away the royal coin! (A mysterious figure in white armor with gold trim watches them from nearby. Arenvald: Diana, do you know of the rear entrance to the palace? Ala Gannha (X:23.8, Y:6.5) Ala Ghiri ( X: 15.8, Y: 36.6) Situated midway along the eastern arm of Abalathia's Spine, this region is characterized by a succession of steep, stony pinnacles which grow in height and density the further south one travels. They need someone with the Echo, and by the gods, I wish I had it. Very well, I shall tell you what I remember. Its my fault. Arenvald: Speaking of help, I almost fell over when Fordola turned up. As promised, I scoured the imperial records for any mention of fantastic treasuresand found precisely none. It was not until later that I learned of the gambling ring which had arranged for Raubahn to die on the sands that day. Some dialogue may be slightly different for your character. I cant run away from this. Godbert: Forgive me, Your Grace, but you appear to laboring under a misapprehension. ), Tattooed Troublemaker: I know youre right, I do, butI cant, (Raubahn looks at the man. That seems to be the way of it. But they didnt have Diana and Alphinaud in their party. For years and years, we have trusted one another, yet now you refuse to confess your hearts desire!? Raubahn: Aye, our stand against the Qalyana would have been brief indeed had you not volunteered for guard duty. Nanamo Ul Namo: Tomorrow you will serve Ala Mhigo, and fight for the good of all Eorzea. Thank you, General. Mnaago: Suffice it to say, our people have had their fill of kingswhich means we need to find a new way forward. Arenvald: Which would explain how a legion of imperial soldiers and the gods know how many Ala Mhigans never found a trace of the trove. Arenvald: So did plenty of people. Lyse: Diana! The Ananta just summoned their primal in the throne room. No shame in admitting it. The Garleans called us savages, and Ill be damned if we prove them right! Alphinaud: Indeed. Nanamo Ul Namo: Simply put, I would aid the refugees camped in Thanalan in their efforts to return to Ala Mhigo. I shall give you one. Wiscar: Its not easyfighting with the liberator of Ala Mhigo watching your everymove. Raubahn: Aye, let them keep their swords. They had pitted the Bull of Ala Mhigo against some dozen or so rival gladiators Blinkered though I was, I would not stand for so obvious an injustice, and demanded to see a fair fight, one man against another. Arenvald: How do we fight her without leaving our allies wide open? Id welcome any advice you could give us, Alphinaud. Guaranteed. Lyse: Im only going to say this once. Lyse and a handful of Qalyana Ananta are there. Securing the Saltery. It was then that I turned to adventuring, and that road led me into the company of the Scions. The reparations you paid in the wake of your earlier misdemeanors will be used to fund the endeavortogether with the fortune seized from the late Teledji Adeledjis estate. Raubahn:Keep faith, lass. I must go forth and see my realm with my own eyes, and hear the wind with my own ears. Lyse: You need more than three to best a primal! Come close to me, all of you! The envoys have chosen to instate a government modeled on Ishgards House of Commonsa ruling body of representatives elected by the people. We are not ssso foolish as to place ourssselves entirely at the mercy of our tormentors, Resistance Captain: I reckon thats the closest were going to get to a compromise. Alphinaud: Thatwas not exactly the reason, but tis certainly a valid concern. Alphinaud: Do not feel obliged to wait around on my account. Lolorito: Ah heh heh Twould seem Your Grace has matured beyond acts of earnest yet misplaced charity. Lolorito: I know the SalteryAla Ghiri was simply a waystation for trade with the Near East. And that is but one of their crimes. Tattooed Troublemaker: Its true then! Alphinaud: Do not be so hastyErnolds anecdote may very well have told us where the trove is hidden. Lyse: In any case, summoning Lakshmi was the broodmothers doing, and whoever replaces her might not be so keen on the idea. Even now, my sleep is troubled by nightmares. No viceroy. I see you, Fordola! Not that I mind, of course! We must learn all we can of these godsforsaken proceduresand Fordola remains our best source of information. Fordolas Father: There you go again with all your questionsLord Gaius is a great and honorable man who looks after all of Ala Mhigo. And you believe it leads into the ruins? Raubahn: Nay, lass, we were all caught unawares. A fine young man youve become, Wiscar. Theyll try to break ussend us crawling back to our own kind. But we wont, no matter what. You are one of the few people to whom I feel I can speak my mind. Arenvald, you spoke of lighthearted adventure, but I sense a deeper motive for this expedition. Twas that same rage which brought us to our feet, and carried us to victory. Is he nice? Arenvald: Who are these representatives exactly? Lakshmi: Pitiful, misssguided children. Click here to see quests originating in this location. ), (Fordolas mother runs up to a pair of nearby Imperial soldiers.). Ive been searching all over for you. Lyse: If only it were that easy.