TWUE 2.06 beta script

[Script generated by: Final Fantasy 3us Multi Editor, Coded by Lord J]
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[Section: Town Dialog]

[caption #0]
Biggs: There's the city_<D24><EOP>
Wedge: Hard to believe an esper's been found intact there, a thousand years after the War of the Magi_<D24>

[caption #1]
Biggs: Think it's still alive?
Wedge: Probably_
_judging from the urgency of our orders. <D24><EOP>
Plus, they had us bring this sorceress with us.<D24>

[caption #2]
Biggs: Yeah_our witch. Why's she here? <D24><EOP>
I heard she fried 50 of our Magitek Armored soldiers in under 3 minutes. Kind of makes your skin crawl_<D24>

[caption #3]
Wedge: Relax. The Slave Crown on her head makes her a mindless puppet. She'll follow orders.<D24>

[caption #4]
Wedge: We'll approach from the east.
Move out!<D12>

[caption #5]
   Long ago, the War of the Magi
       reduced the world to a
  scorched wasteland, and magic
       simply ceased to exist. <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #6]
  1000 years have passed_ Iron,
  gunpowder, and steam engines
    have been developed, and
     high technology reigns_ <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #7]
    But now there are some who
    would enslave the world by
  reviving the dread destructive
      force known as [magic.] <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #8]
          Can it be that those
    in power are on the verge of
         repeating a senseless
          and deadly mistake? <E$2A><OP$12>

[caption #9]
An eerie glow surrounds you.<EOP>
Want info about Save Points?
 <C> Yes
 <C> No

[caption #10]
Wedge: Let's put her on point.
No sense taking any risks.
Forward!

[caption #11]
Wedge: The esper must be in here.
Move out!

[caption #12]
Guard: Imperial Magitek Armor?
Not even Narshe's safe anymore!

[caption #13]
Guard: Imperial machine-riding, self-important swine! You have no business here! Take this!

[caption #14]
Guard: Narshe's freedom depends on us!

[caption #15]
Wedge: According to our source, the frozen esper was found in a new mineshaft.<EOP>
_Maybe this one_

[caption #16]
Biggs: I'll handle this.
Stand back!

[caption #17]
Guard: We've got 'em trapped, now!

[caption #18]
Guard: We must defend the mines!

[caption #19]
Locked.

[caption #20]
Girl: Where am I_?

[caption #21]
Old Man: Whoa! You're awake!
And I only just removed the crown!
<EOP>
Girl: Ow_head_hurts_

[caption #22]
Old Man: Easy now! This is a Slave Crown. The others had complete control over you while you were wearing it.

[caption #23]
Girl: I can't remember a thing_<EOP>
Old Man: Don't worry.
It'll all come back to you_in time, that is.<EOP>
___

[caption #24]
My name_
_is_<A0>_<EOP>
Old Man: Impressive!
I've never heard of anyone recovering this fast_!

[caption #25]
Guard: Open up! Give us the Empire's Magitek Armor pilot!

[caption #26]
Guard: Open this door!
We want that girl!
She's an agent of the Empire!

[caption #27]
<A0>: Empire_?
Magitek Armor_?

[caption #28]
Old Man: Look, these fools won't listen to reason. I have to get you out of here! I don't have time to explain!

[caption #29]
Old Man: Over here!

[caption #30]
A mysterious young woman, enslaved by the Gestahlian Empire, and born with the gift of magic__

[caption #31]

Please enter a name.

[caption #32]
Old Man: Make your way out through the mines! I'll keep these brutes occupied!

[caption #33]
There she is!

[caption #34]
She's up there!

[caption #35]
Kefka: My sweet little magic user_! Uweee, he, he! With this Slave Crown I'll practically OWN you!!

[caption #36]
<A0>: No! Get away from me!

[caption #37]
Gestahl: Soldiers of the Empire! We stand at the dawn of a new age! The lost power of magic has returned to us!<EOP>
Gestahl: It is our destiny, and ours alone, to take this mystic force and claim what is rightfully ours!

[caption #38]
Cid: This is my finest work.
These Magitek Converters combine the power of magic with machines_

[caption #39]
Gestahl: We will conquer the world with our newfound power! Nothing can stand in our way!<EOP>
Hurrah!!!
Long live Emperor Gestahl!!!

[caption #40]
Old Man: Took you long enough!
Still in the robbing and plundering trade?

[caption #41]
<A1>: R-O-B-B-I-N-G?
I PREFER the term
[treasure hunting]!<EOP>
Old Man: Ha! Semantic nonsense!
Like there's a difference_<EOP>
<A1>: Tsk! Tsk!
There's a HUGE difference!

[caption #42]
<A1>: Anyway, is there something you need me to do?<EOP>
Old Man: Yeah. I've met the girl.

[caption #43]
<A1>: __!? You don't mean the girl with the power of magic?

[caption #44]
Old Man: The city's guards are pursuing her even as we speak.<EOP>
This city has the strength to stand up to the Empire but won't use it.<EOP>
Even so, they're too stubbornly independent to join forces with our underground resistance movement, the Returners, either_<EOP>
I tried to explain that the Empire enslaved the girl, but they won't listen!

[caption #45]
<A1>: All right_
So you want me to get her out of Narshe?

[caption #46]
Old Man: That's the idea. Make your way to Figaro, and talk to the king.

[caption #47]
Treasure hunter and trail-worn traveler, searching the world over for relics of the past_

[caption #48]
Guard: Now we gotcha!

[caption #49]
<A1>: Wonderful_
There's a whole bunch of 'em_

[caption #50]

               Kupo_

[caption #51]
<A1>: Moogles_!
Are you saying you want to help?

[caption #52]
Kupo!!!

[caption #53]
Moogle: Use us to save <A0> from the guards!<EOP>
Need more information?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #54]
You'll fight using 3 different groups. Press the Y Button to switch between them.<EOP>
Your job is to defeat the commander of the guards before his men reach <A0>. Save her, or else_

[caption #55]
<A0>: Unh_

[caption #56]
<A1>: Thanks, moogles!
We're in your debt!

[caption #57]
<A1>: I think this switch'll_

[caption #58]
<A1>: Eh? You back with us now!?

[caption #59]
<A0>: You_saved me?<EOP>
<A1>: Save your thanks for the moogles!

[caption #60]
<A0>: Ugh_I can't remember anything_past or present_<EOP>
It's like my mind is trapped in a fog_

[caption #61]
<A1>: You have amnesia?!

[caption #62]
<A0>: A man said my memory would come back_eventually_<EOP>
<A1>: Give it time. You're safe with me! I give you my word!
<A0>: _?<EOP>
<A1>: I won't leave your side until your memory returns!<EOP>
By the way, this secret entrance might be useful some day.
Don't forget about it!

[caption #63]
King: You mean, this young woman is_?!

[caption #64]
<A0>: Who do you think you are?

[caption #65]
King: Oh_my apologies!

[caption #66]
King: How rude of me to turn my back to a lady!

[caption #67]
The young king of Figaro Castle, ally to the Empire, and a master designer of machinery_

[caption #68]
<A4>: I am <A4>, King of Figaro.

[caption #69]
<A1>: Heh_ Surprised someone like me knows a king?

[caption #70]
<A1>: Well, talk to you two later!

[caption #71]
<A4>: So_you're an Imperial soldier, right? No problem. Figaro and the Empire are allies.<EOP>
Please, relax while you're here. It's not in my blood to harm a lady.

[caption #72]
<A0>: Look, why are you being so kind to me? Is it because of my_abilities?

[caption #73]
<A4>: I'll give you 3 reasons:
First of all, your beauty has captivated me!<EOP>
Second_I'm dying to know if I'm your type_

[caption #74]
I guess your_abilities_would be a distant third.

[caption #75]
<A0>: __? <D>
What is with you, anyway?

[caption #76]
<A4>: Guess my technique's getting a bit rusty_

[caption #77]
<A4>: Come find me when you feel rested.

[caption #78]
<A0>: Hmm_I suppose a normal girl would have found him dashing. <D>
But I'm hardly_normal_

[caption #79]
Feel free to wander about.

[caption #80]
Go see the king!

[caption #81]
Weapons and items manufactured here are sent to South Figaro.

[caption #82]
The ancients once wielded a force known as [magic.]<EOP>
People who mastered the art were called [Magi.]

[caption #83]
Scholars the world over are doing research on magic.
What a waste of time_

[caption #84]
Ancient texts I'm studying speak of a [1000 year-old city beneath the sand.]<EOP>
I wonder what this means, <EOP>
[_when the queen stands and takes five steps foward_]

[caption #85]
I heard the Empire has revived the power of [magic]_

[caption #86]
The Empire has smashed the three nations on the southern continent. Just a matter of time 'til they come up here_

[caption #87]
Gestahl has harnessed the power of magic. Who can stop him now?!

[caption #88]
King <A4> showers his attentions on women. Young, old, pretty or plain_No one is safe!<EOP>
Most are too smart to pay any attention to him, though.

[caption #89]
His highness said he'd marry me when I get older!

[caption #90]
I wanna marry the king!

[caption #91]
He's always interrupting the high priestess during important lectures to hit on her!<EOP>
Surely, he's_talked to you?

[caption #92]
<A0>: __

[caption #93]
Ah! King <A4>!

[caption #94]
[__]

[caption #95]
Error.
Contact a supervisor.
From: Development Team.

[caption #96]
These thieves have been terrorizing the kingdom. Stay away from 'em!

[caption #97]
I demand to see <A4>!
How dare they keep us in this stinking pit!

[caption #98]
Hey! Let us outta here!

[caption #99]
Relax, they're just blowing off steam. But I'm telling you, there's no sense keeping us here!<EOP>
We're just small potatoes compared to the real threat lurking out there, and King <A4> knows it!

[caption #100]
I'm Lone Wolf, the pickpocket!

[caption #101]
High Priestess: <A4>'s at it again?! He hits on anything that moves!

[caption #102]
High Priestess: <A4> has a twin brother, you know. He was such a nice boy, always thinking of his family_

[caption #103]
Youth: Brother, what's wrong with father? What's all this talk of his successor?<EOP>
<A4>: Are you blind? Look how thin his face has become!

[caption #104]
Youth: ?__What do you mean?

[caption #105]
Youth: Brother!

[caption #106]
Youth: You're crying__?!

[caption #107]
<A4>'s twin brother, who traded the throne for his own freedom_

[caption #108]
High Priestess: Ah, yes_
His name is <A5>. Oh, he looked so like his father!<EOP>
When he ran away, he was a sweet little child. I wonder what he's like now?

[caption #109]
Chancellor: The whole business of the succession was so repugnant to <A5>, the king's brother, that__<EOP>
__he fled the castle forever. The succession was settled with a coin toss_

[caption #110]
Merchant: I can't take money from the king!<EOP>
<A4>: Look, don't you have a family?
Just shut up and take it.

[caption #111]
Merchant: Sir <A5>, I can't take your money!<EOP>
<A5>: Take it! Haven't you heard?
My brother says I'm a notorious spendthrift!

[caption #112]
<A4>: You've been busy down south!
Looking for more cities to destroy?<EOP>
Soldier: That's none of your concern!

[caption #113]
Sir Kefka?! What on earth do_<EOP>
Kefka: Outta my way!

[caption #114]
<A4>: Well? How do you like my castle?

[caption #115]
King <A4>! Someone from the Empire is here to see you!

[caption #116]
<A4>: Probably Kefka!

[caption #117]
Kefka: Phooey!
Emperor Gestahl's stupid orders!

[caption #118]
Kefka: <A4>, you pinhead!
Why do you have to live in the middle of the stinking desert?<EOP>
These recon jobs are the pits!

[caption #119]
Kefka: Ahem_there's SAND on my boots!

[caption #120]
Soldiers: Yes, Sir!
All set, Sir!

[caption #121]
Kefka: Idiots!

[caption #122]
<A4>: I thought we were allies! What are you doing in my domain?
Soldier: Allies? With this pathetic little country? HA!

[caption #123]
<A4>: What brings Kefka, loyal court mage of Emperor Gestahl, to my humble castle?<EOP>
Kefka: A girl of no importance recently escaped from us. We heard she found refuge here_

[caption #124]
<A4>: Hmm_this wouldn't have anything to do with this [witch] everyone's been whispering about, would it?<EOP>
Kefka: Lies! She_merely stole something of minor value.
Is she here?

[caption #125]
<A4>: That's a tough one!

[caption #126]
<A4>: You see, there're more girls here than grains of sand out there. I can't keep track of 'em all!<EOP>
Kefka: I'd hate to be you if we find out you're lying_ Mwa, ha!

[caption #127]
Kefka: I truly hope nothing happens to your precious Figaro_!

[caption #128]
<A1>: I'd say that guy's missing a few buttons_<EOP>
<A4>: _Where's <A0>?

[caption #129]
<A4>: Take her to her room_

[caption #130]
<A4>: I'd love to chat with you, but I must plan our strategy with the chancellor and my advisors.<EOP>
Being a king's not all tea and crumpets.
If you'll excuse me.

[caption #131]
<A1>: Follow me.

[caption #132]
<A1>: Don't you worry 'bout a thing! I'll_<EOP>
<A0>: You're <A1>, right? <A4> told me about you. Is it true you're a thief?

[caption #133]
<A1>: That's TREASURE HUNTER!

[caption #134]
<A1>: On the surface, <A4> pretends to support the Empire.<EOP>
The truth is, he's collaborating with the Returners, an organization opposed to the Empire.<EOP>
I am his contact with that group_

[caption #135]
<A1>: The old man you met in Narshe is one of us.<EOP>
<A0>: Empire_but I'm a soldier of the Empire_!

[caption #136]
<A1>: Not anymore! They were using you! Things are different now.

[caption #137]
<A0>: It's just_ I don't know what I should do. Whenever I try to think, my head hurts even worse_

[caption #138]
<A1>: I can't tell you what to do.<EOP>
You don't have to decide right now.
You'll soon find your way_

[caption #139]
<A0>: But how will I know which choice is right_?

[caption #140]
<A4>: _?<EOP>
What the hell?!

[caption #141]
<A4>: What's happening?<EOP>
Soldier: It's the Empire! It's Kefka!

[caption #142]
<A4>: What are you doing?

[caption #143]
Kefka: Bring me the girl. Now!
<A4>: I don't know what you're talking about!<EOP>
Kefka: Then_
welcome to my barbecue!!
Uwa ha ha ha!

[caption #144]
FIRE!!!

[caption #145]
Fire! Fire! Heh, heh heh_

[caption #146]
<A4>: Get ready_!<EOP>
Soldier: Yes, Sir!

[caption #147]
Kefka: Changed your mind_?

[caption #148]
<A4>: I guess I have no choice_

[caption #149]
<A4>: Or maybe I do!

[caption #150]
Kefka: Oh, my! The brave and noble king abandons his people to save his own skin!<EOP>
How utterly delightful! Hee-hee-hee!

[caption #151]
<A4>: Jump! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #152]
<A1>: Yahoooo!

[caption #153]
<A4>: OK! Dive now!!!

[caption #154]
Soldier: Figaro Submerge Mode engaged! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #155]
Chancellor: Now! Behold the glory of Figaro, as she dives into the great golden ocean!

[caption #156]
<A4>: Bravo, Figaro!!! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #157]
Kefka: Go! KILL THEM!!

[caption #158]
Kefka: Son of a submariner!
You'll pay for this_

[caption #159]
<A1>: This is great! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #160]
<A0>: Was that an evil person? <E$04><OP$12>
I_ <D>I'm scared_

[caption #161]
<A4>: <A0>, there's someone I'd like you to meet_

[caption #162]
<A1>: We're members of the Returners.<EOP>
<A4>: Our leader, Banon, would certainly like to meet you.<EOP>
Magic is going to be the key to winning this war.

[caption #163]
<A0>: Magic_

[caption #164]
<A4>: <A0> has magical powers. That esper seemed to_react to her. Can there be some connection?<EOP>
<A0>: I haven't the foggiest! These powers just come naturally to me_

[caption #165]
<A4>: But no HUMAN is born with the powers you seem to have, and_

[caption #166]
<A4>: I apologize.
<A0>: What should I do_?<EOP>
<A4>: I'm sure the Empire is going to come after you_<EOP>
If they get their hands on you again, the world's finished_<EOP>
<A0>, you want to understand your own powers, right?

[caption #167]
<A4>: Then I think we need to consult with Banon. He will help you find the truth.<EOP>
<A0>: __

[caption #168]
<A1>: Please_

[caption #169]
<A4>: OK! To the south there's a cave that leads to South Figaro.

[caption #170]
This cave leads to South Figaro. I'm afraid I can't let you through, though.

[caption #171]
Soldier: King <A4>! Where are you headed, sire?<EOP>
<A4>: Through the cave, and eastward to South Figaro. We'll then make for the Returners' hideout in the north.<EOP>
<A4>: Return to the castle and pass the word along.<EOP>
Soldier: Understood, sire! Take care!

[caption #172]
Zzz_zzz_

[caption #173]
There's a clock key in his pocket_
<C>(Take it.)
<C>(Stealing is wrong.)

[caption #174]
<C>(Wind the clock?)
<C>(Leave it.)

[caption #175]
An old clock_
It's not ticking_

[caption #176]
An old clock_
It's ticking_

[caption #177]
Took the Clock Key!

[caption #178]
Welcome to South Figaro!

[caption #179]
You'll find lots of excellent weapons, armor, and relics in our shops.

[caption #180]
Did you hear? Figaro Castle sank into the sand!<EOP>
You couldn't find it even if you knew where to look!

[caption #181]
Mt. Kolts is to the east.

[caption #182]
Beyond Mt. Kolts you'll find the Sabre Mountains.

[caption #183]
Equip relics to gain a variety of abilities!<EOP>
For instance, these double my walking speed!

[caption #184]
My husband, Duncan, is a world-famous martial artist!<EOP>
He took his disciples to Mt. Kolts for meditation and training, so he won't be back for a while.

[caption #185]
Duncan's Wife: <A5>, where's Vargas? Where's my husband?

[caption #186]
<A5>: Master was_
Vargas turned on him_
He_He's_

[caption #187]
Duncan's Wife: Oh, Vargas_
Why would you do such a thing?<EOP>
Fortunately, my husband taught his most secret techniques to you. I'm sure he'd have no regrets.

[caption #188]
<A5>: For 10 years you've treated me like a son. I am eternally grateful!

[caption #189]
__

[caption #190]
<A1>: At the very least you could give me a response_

[caption #191]
<A4>: Stand back!
He seems vaguely familiar_
Wait a minute_!

[caption #192]
He comes and goes like the wind,
swearing allegiance to no one.
Behind his wintry gaze hides a face
known to none who live_

[caption #193]
<A4>: That's <A3>_!
He's an assassin. I hear he'd slit his mama's throat for a nickel!

[caption #194]
<A1>: Better steer clear of him, I guess.

[caption #195]
<A3>: Leave us. The dog eats strangers_

[caption #196]
The guy at the counter_ He's kinda creepy_

[caption #197]
That guy at the counter_HEY! Where'd he go?

[caption #198]
Duncan's students have no peers!<EOP>
In fact, you look just like one of them!

[caption #199]
I'm so sorry to hear about Duncan.

[caption #200]
Duncan trained his son, Vargas, as one of his students.<EOP>
He's always complaining how Vargas never seems to make any progress.

[caption #201]
The big house at the north end of town belongs to the richest family here.

[caption #202]
The Empire's been invading one town after another. I don't think even South Figaro is safe!

[caption #203]
Figaro Castle stood up to the Empire?!<EOP>
Now we'll all be drawn into the battle!

[caption #204]
I can't believe it! The Empire'll smash us!

[caption #205]
This town'll go down fighting! Even with their Magitek Armor, we'll make it tough on 'em!

[caption #206]
Attack the town from the east.
That way, <D>__?!<EOP>
Hey! Whaddaya think you're doin'? Barging in here while I'm trying to write a letter! Harumph!

[caption #207]
Oh, uh, sorry_ Even a multi-millionaire can be_ startled.

[caption #208]
Oh, what have I done?! I betrayed the town, and I didn't even need the money!

[caption #209]
Chung chung_
Chung chung_
Magitek Armor!!!!

[caption #210]
My Dad's VERY important! Why, not so long ago he even dined with General Leo_ <D>_<EOP>
Uh, I, uh, just made that up!

[caption #211]
Wind the clock! Wind the clock!<EOP>
Uh, that was just a jump-rope rhyme!

[caption #212]
Has war really begun? I'd better return to my hometown_

[caption #213]
Imperial Troops have turned this house into their headquarters.

[caption #214]
There's always a nasty draft in this room. Where's it coming from?

[caption #215]
I don't like strangers. Bring me some rum, and maybe I'll talk to you.

[caption #216]
What?! No rum?!

[caption #217]
Hurumph_DOG!

[caption #218]
Ah! Rum!
*glug, *glug*_<EOP>
Huh? Secret passage?
Well, there is one that leads to the rich man's house.

[caption #219]
Go downstairs and give my grandson the password. It's_uh, umm_ I forget!

[caption #220]
My grandfather once was a servant for the richest man in town.

[caption #221]
But he said to only let merchants pass through.

[caption #222]
You're a merchant, right?
You may proceed.

[caption #223]
The password is_
<C>[Wild Rose]
<C>[Courage]
<C>[Failure]

[caption #224]
You're an Imperial spy! Can't fool me!

[caption #225]
Secret entrance.

[caption #226]
Good luck!

[caption #227]
Outta the way! I gotta get this rum over to the old man! That's my job!<EOP>
Now scram!

[caption #228]
I'm off work. Get lost!

[caption #229]
Are kids allowed in here?
<D>__What do you think?<EOP>
Oh, all right_

[caption #230]
Hey you! Come to steal MY rum?

[caption #231]
You thief!

[caption #232]
Took the old man's rum!

[caption #233]
This ship isn't leaving port anytime soon.

[caption #234]
Imperial troops are milling about.
Gotta jam without being seen!

[caption #235]
Use caution.

[caption #236]
<A4>: Hm_ What's that smell_?

[caption #237]
<A4>: Flowers_ His favorite_

[caption #238]
<A4>: And this_ His favorite tea_

[caption #239]
<A4>: These dishes! They were his favorite!

[caption #240]
<A4>: Could <A5> be living here?!

[caption #241]
<A4>: Hey_

[caption #242]
<A4>: Do you happen to know where I could find the man who lives here?

[caption #243]
Man: Of course. He left a couple of days ago after he heard Master Duncan was slain. He headed into the mountains.<EOP>
I heard Duncan's son, Vargas, is missing as well. I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #244]
<A4>: He must have gone to pay his respects to his mentor, Duncan_

[caption #245]
Scum! You're Returners!

[caption #246]
What about <A5>?

[caption #247]
Vargas: <A5> sent you, right?

[caption #248]
<A1>: Who're YOU?

[caption #249]
<A1>: You were shadowing us earlier, right?<EOP>
Vargas: What the hell are you talking about?

[caption #250]
<A0>: YOU! You're the coward who murdered Master Duncan!

[caption #251]
Vargas: Hmph! It doesn't matter who you are. I will not surrender. Woe is the day you met me_
it'll be the last day of your lives!

[caption #252]
<A4>: <A5>? Is he here?

[caption #253]
<A4>: <A5>!!!

[caption #254]
<A5>: Big brother?

[caption #255]
<A1>: The brothers are reunited!

[caption #256]
<A0>: You're his_brother? At first glance I thought he was some bodybuilding bear who had strayed from his gym_

[caption #257]
<A5>: Bodybuilding bear?!

[caption #258]
<A5>: I'll_take that as a compliment_

[caption #259]
<A5>: Anyway, brother, what are you doing here?<EOP>
<A4>: We're on the way to the Sabre Mountains.<EOP>
<A5>: To the Returners' hideout, no doubt?

[caption #260]
<A5>: I've been watching from afar, hoping that the world might regain some sanity_<EOP>
At this rate, I was afraid Figaro would be reduced to a puppet state.

[caption #261]
<A4>: Our time to strike back has arrived.<EOP>
The Empire's going to pay for what it has done. I'm no longer their lapdog.

[caption #262]
<A5>: Think a [bear] like me could help you in your fight?

[caption #263]
<A4>: You'd_join us, <A5>_?!

[caption #264]
<A5>: I think Duncan would rest easier if he knew his disciple played a part in bringing peace to the world.

[caption #265]
<A1>: Well then, let's get going!

[caption #266]
King <A4>! This way, please!

[caption #267]
Did you speak with Banon?

[caption #268]
Not even the Empire'd think of looking for us here!

[caption #269]
Aha!

[caption #270]
Welcome!

[caption #271]
Thank you!

[caption #272]
Take a nap?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #273]
250 Gil per night.
Lights out?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #274]
250 Gil for a Chocobo ride!
Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #275]
Banon: Is this the girl who reacted with the esper_?!<EOP>
<A0>: Esper_?<EOP>
<A4>: Seemed the Empire had complete control over her.

[caption #276]
Banon: Carrier pigeons brought word that she wiped out 50 of the Empire's best soldiers in a few minutes.

[caption #277]
<A0>: No! That can't be true!

[caption #278]
<A1>: <A0>!<EOP>
<A4>: Banon! For Heaven's sake! She doesn't remember anything!

[caption #279]
Banon: Hiding from the truth won't change it!

[caption #280]
<A4>: Banon! We brought the girl with us.

[caption #281]
Banon: Perhaps you've heard this story? Once, when people were pure and innocent,<EOP>
there was a box they were told never to open. But one man went and opened it anyway.<EOP>
He unleashed all the evils of the world: envy_ <D>greed_ <D>pride_ <D>violence_ <D>control_<EOP>
All that was left in the box was a single ray of light: Hope.

[caption #282]
<A0>: __<EOP>
Banon: We now confront those evils_<EOP>
And you are that last ray of light, our only hope_

[caption #283]
<A4>: Banon!

[caption #284]
Banon: Please excuse me. I'm so tired_ Let me rest for a while.

[caption #285]

        2000 Gil inside!

[caption #286]

        Found Hi-Potion!

[caption #287]

        Found Hi-Ether!

[caption #288]

        Found Remedy!

[caption #289]
We're a small organization now, but our membership is starting to soar.

[caption #290]
Banon: <A0>_ Talk to everyone here, heed their advice.

[caption #291]
Sir Banon? He went outside a moment ago.

[caption #292]
Welcome back! Glad you're okay.

[caption #293]
Welcome back!

[caption #294]
Is Banon well?

[caption #295]
My wounds are healing.

[caption #296]
The Empire is attacking and killing Returners everywhere. We have to discover some means of fighting back, or_

[caption #297]
<A1>: The Empire took away someone important from me. I've hated them ever since_<EOP>
I joined the Returners when I realized the Empire was rotten to the core. I wanted to make a difference.

[caption #298]
Someone dropped a scrap of paper_
<C> Toss it in the trash.
<C> Leave it there.

[caption #299]
Banon: Who did this? Who left this piece of paper here?

[caption #300]
<A0>: But_I have no one significant in my life_no family or friends_<EOP>
<A1>: That's not entirely true.<EOP>
Besides, I'm sure there are people who feel YOU'RE important to them! They are counting on you_

[caption #301]
<A4>: It's kind of tough asking so much of you_<EOP>
If we push too hard and force our ideals on you, we're no different than the Empire_<EOP>
So_ we want you to make up your own mind.

[caption #302]
<A5>: I don't know what to tell you_ but I do know that I trust my brother completely.<EOP>
He's always been fair and honest with me, ever since we were kids. You can trust him, too, <A0>_

[caption #303]
But don't you DARE tell him I said that!

[caption #304]
Banon: Have you made a decision?<EOP>
Will you become our last ray of hope?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #305]
Banon: You will? Really?!

[caption #306]
<A0>: But_ <D>
I'm scared_

[caption #307]
Banon: I see_

[caption #308]
Banon: I thought as much_

[caption #309]
Banon: You're sure about this?

[caption #310]
I understand your unease. But even as we speak, innocent lives are being lost_<EOP>
Please. We need your abilities.
This relic will keep you safe.<EOP>

     Received [Genji Glove]!

[caption #311]
We truly need your help!

[caption #312]
Please join us in our battle!

[caption #313]
Banon: The uncertainty you feel is only natural.

[caption #314]
Banon: Please, <A0>_
I'd like you to have this.

[caption #315]
<A0>: What is this?! <D>

[caption #316]
Banon: If everyone works together we'll be successful. Never give up hope!

[caption #317]
Banon: A lucky charm. Take it!<EOP>

     Received [Gauntlet]!

[caption #318]
Banon: I have a plan! Please get everyone together in the main hall!

[caption #319]
<A0>: Hope_ How can anyone put their hope in me?

[caption #320]
S_South Figaro_

[caption #321]
Hey! What've we got here?

[caption #322]
Banon: What's going on? What happened?

[caption #323]
<A0>: He's badly wounded!

[caption #324]
Banon: Someone did a number on him_

[caption #325]
E_Empire_took South Figaro_
Coming_this way_unnnh_

[caption #326]
Banon: They've found us_
We haven't a moment to lose!

[caption #327]
<A4>: <A1>!<EOP>
<A1>: I know_ [Someone] has to sneak into South Figaro and slow the Empire down, right?<EOP>
<A4>: This's right up your alley! Good luck!

[caption #328]
<A1>: <A0>_ Please wait for me_ And_please_<EOP>
_don't let a lecherous young king, who shall remain nameless, near you!<EOP>
<A4>: <A1>!!!

[caption #329]
<A5>: Big brother_ Aren't you EVER going to grow up?

[caption #330]
Banon: What're we going to do?<EOP>
<A4>: We'll escape down the Lethe River, and make our way to Narshe. I want to see that esper for myself_<EOP>
Banon: Right. There's a raft by the back entrance. It's a gamble, but we're fresh out of options_

[caption #331]
<A4>: You're in danger here. Come with us to Narshe.<EOP>
You'll probably even gain some understanding of your own abilities_

[caption #332]
Banon: We've no time to dilly-dally. Let's make for Narshe!

[caption #333]
We'll handle things here_ Please leave for Narshe!

[caption #334]
We're counting on you to protect Banon!

[caption #335]
The Lethe River runs through some underground caverns.

[caption #336]
Banon: We all know that the Empire is using Magitek power in battle. The point is, how has the Emperor created it?

[caption #337]
<A4>: I had <A1> look into the rumor that the Empire is forcing the world's finest scholars to study espers.

[caption #338]
<A1>: All the trouble in Narshe is over an esper, too_

[caption #339]
Banon: Right_

[caption #340]
<A0>: You mean there's some connection between espers and Magitek?<EOP>
Banon: Espers and Magitek_
Only one possible link comes to mind.

[caption #341]
<A4>: You don't mean_<EOP>
Banon: Indeed! The ancient War of the Magi_

[caption #342]
[No!]
[It can't be!]

[caption #343]
<A1>: My grandma used to tell me bedtime stories_ Could they have been true?

[caption #344]
<A4>: Could that ancient tragedy be playing out once again_<EOP>
Banon: It's just speculation_<EOP>
But historical studies have provided a number of conflicting and frightening theories_<EOP>
According to one theory, humans were imbued with powers drained from espers_

[caption #345]
<A0>: So that's what magic power is_

[caption #346]
<A4>: So the only way to fight the Empire is with the power of magic ourselves_<EOP>
Banon: No! That's how the War of the Magi is said to have started!
<A4>: Then what do we do?<EOP>
Banon: Perhaps we could communicate with an esper_
<A1>: _With an esper?!

[caption #347]
Banon: It's risky, but if we could get <A0> to react with the esper again, it might just awaken_<EOP>
<A4>: I wonder if that's wise_

[caption #348]
Banon: Who can say? Regardless, we need <A0>'s help.

[caption #349]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #350]
<A0>: I'll do it!<EOP>
<A5>: I'm not entirely sure I understand the plan_but what the hey! This sounds like fun!

[caption #351]
Emergency! Sir Banon_

[caption #352]
Banon: What was that? <D>
That noise just now_?

[caption #353]
Uwaaaa! The Empire's invading!

[caption #354]
Urgh_uhnn_

[caption #355]
!

[caption #356]
What the_? Sleep talking?

[caption #357]
Here we go! This raft'll take us to Narshe!

[caption #358]
Hop aboard the raft?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #359]
Fleeing the Empire's troops, Banon, <A4> and <A0> ride the rapids toward Narshe. But the going won't be easy_

[caption #360]
Head toward Narshe, but protect Banon at all costs.<EOP>
If Banon is put out of commission, your journey's over.

[caption #361]
Which way?
    <C> (Straight)

 <C> (Left)      <C> (Right)

[caption #362]
Now which way???


 <C> (Left)      <C> (Right)

[caption #363]


[caption #364]


[caption #365]
Hey, which way?
         <C>  (Up)

 <C> (Left)

[caption #366]
<A4> and <A0> race toward Narshe while protecting Banon_<EOP>
_but what about <A5>, who was swallowed by the raging waters_?
And_<EOP>
_how is <A1> faring, after having penetrated the Empire's defenses in South Figaro_?<EOP>
Is all going according to plan_?

[caption #367]

Please choose a scenario, kupo!<EOP>
<C> Banon and Co.
<C> <A5>
<C> <A1>

[caption #368]
<A5>!!!

[caption #369]
<A1>: Damn it! Gotta get to Narshe on the fly_

[caption #370]
<A1> has worked hard to stymie the efforts of the Imperial troops. But now he desperately needs to escape_

[caption #371]
Halt!

[caption #372]
<A1>: Ouch! I gotta steal me some new clothes, fast!!

[caption #373]
Return to your post!

[caption #374]
Gotta get moving! The attack on Narshe is imminent. Who knows what's going to happen next?

[caption #375]
Imperial soldiers are pigs! The low ranking green suits are brawlers_

[caption #376]
<A1>: I've seen her before_of course! She's one of the Empire's generals!

[caption #377]
A Magitek Knight forged by the Empire and tempered in battle.
Her guise hides a woman with a spirit as pure as snow_

[caption #378]
Guard: This's what happens to traitors!

[caption #379]
Guard: So, the mighty General <A6> has fallen!

[caption #380]
<A6>: How can you serve those cowards_<EOP>
Guard: Hold your tongue!

[caption #381]
<A6>: Isn't it true Kefka's going to poison the people of Doma, to the east?<EOP>
Guard: Shuddap!

[caption #382]
Guard: Hmph! Keep running your mouth while you can! Your execution's tomorrow!

[caption #383]
Keep a close eye on her!

[caption #384]
Yes, Sir! I can go for days without sleep!

[caption #385]
<C> (Remove her chains?)
<C> (Leave her hanging there.)

[caption #386]
<A6>: Aren't you a little short for an Imperial soldier?
<A1>: Huh_? Oh! The uniform!

[caption #387]
<A6>: What do you hope to peddle down here?
<A1>: Oops! Forgot I was wearing these clothes.

[caption #388]
<A6>: And you are_?

[caption #389]
<A1>: Name's <A1>. I'm with the Returners.<EOP>
<A6>: The Returners?!! I used to be General <A6>_Now I'm just a common traitor_

[caption #390]
<A1>: Let's go!
<A6>: Huh?! You'd take me along?

[caption #391]
<A6>: Thanks, but no thanks. I can barely walk_

[caption #392]
<A6>: I'm grateful, but_ Even if you got me out, you'd never be able to protect me.<EOP>
No, I think I'm better off waiting for my executioner. At least I'll have my pride_

[caption #393]
<A1>: I'll protect you!

[caption #394]
<A1>: Trust me! You'll be fine!

[caption #395]
<A1>: Let's go!

[caption #396]
Soldier: _more soup_'n_

[caption #397]
Soldier: _'n some bread, too_
<D>mumble_<D> mumble_

[caption #398]
<A6>: Wait.

[caption #399]
<A6>: This soldier might have something on him that could help us get out of here.

[caption #400]
<A6>: Why are you helping me?
<A1>: You remind me of someone_

[caption #401]
<A1>: But what's it matter, anyway?
I just want to, okay?!

[caption #402]
<A6>: This passage leads out.

[caption #403]
<A1>: Huh?
<A6>: Something's coming outta the wall!!

[caption #404]
<A1>: Whew! Looks like we're in the clear!

[caption #405]
<A1>: What IS that noise?

[caption #406]
It seems our famous lady general turned traitor!<EOP>
I heard she's locked up somewhere in this town.

[caption #407]
Never a dull moment_Time to guard the passage under the big mansion_<EOP>
Oh, well. Life is tough_

[caption #408]
I heard there are 2 secret tunnels under the rich man's house.<EOP>
One leads out of town, the other to one of these houses_

[caption #409]
Thanks to our informer, this town fell instantly!

[caption #410]
Rascals!
Knock it off!

[caption #411]
<C>(Change clothes?)
<C>(These are fine.)

[caption #412]
Lower ranking soldiers like to brawl. Try humiliating them by stealing their uniform!

[caption #413]
Uh huh!

[caption #414]
Avoid the armored soldiers! They have no sense of humor and will kill you where you stand!

[caption #415]
Hey, lady_ didn't you just bust in here wearing Magitek Armor?

[caption #416]
Banon: Wait a sec!

[caption #417]
Get out of here! If you don't_

[caption #418]
<A4>: Hold on.
I'm King <A4> of Figaro_<EOP>
Guard: Liar!!!

[caption #419]
Banon: My goodness_
<A4>: That kind of attitude is deadly! They won't even listen to us!<EOP>
<A0>: I'm sorry. It's all my fault_

[caption #420]
Arvis: Banon! King <A4>!
_and <A0>!

[caption #421]
Banon: Arvis! How do things stand
here in Narshe?<EOP>
Arvis: Same as always. The town's
neutral. I've tried to get the people
to side with the Returners, but_
_it's no use.<EOP>
Of course, maybe with you and
the King of Figaro here_

[caption #422]
<A4>: How are the townspeople doing?<EOP>
Arvis: After seeing the esper in the coal mine, everyone's become uneasy.

[caption #423]
Banon: We believe this young woman is our only hope of reaching out to that esper.<EOP>
Arvis: The townspeople are really curious about the esper as well.<EOP>
Maybe <A0> can help restore some order to our town_?

[caption #424]
<A4>: That esper is either going to save us_or dig us an early grave_

[caption #425]
<A0>: When <A1> first helped me, he fiddled with something right around here.

[caption #426]
<A4>: Knowing him there's probably some secret switch in this rock wall_

[caption #427]
<A4>: Goodness_
<A0>: What's that_?<EOP>
<A4>: I think this's a security check point. If we follow the light exactly, we'll probably be okay.<EOP>
If we make a mistake, the light'll surround us. To proceed safely we must [tag] the glimmering red light.

[caption #428]
Aged Man: You the clock maker? I been waitin' for ages!

[caption #429]
Uh_no.
I'm not the clock maker.

[caption #430]
Aged Man: There it is, on the wall. Ain't been tickin' for 1, 5, shucks, maybe even 10 years!

[caption #431]
Aged Man: Hey?!

[caption #432]
What dire fate has befallen <A5>, who fell from the raft after the fight with Ultros_?

[caption #433]
Come to think of it_ <D>
I saw some total geek when I last went south, to the Veldt.<EOP>
Watch yourselves in those parts!

[caption #434]
Aged Man: Lawnmower repairman, eh? Couldn't provide worse service! Grass's fifty feet high out back!

[caption #435]
Aged Man: Got it!

[caption #436]
Aged Man: You're here to fix my bed! It's squeakin' like all hell!

[caption #437]
Aged Man: No more lip, repairman! Fix that stove, on the double!

[caption #438]
Aged Man: Goodness! <D>
Then you must be_

[caption #439]
Aged Man: You've come to fix the door?!

[caption #440]
Phew! No child could be this mischievous!

[caption #441]
Yeeeouch!!!!

[caption #442]
Take a nap?
<C> (Snooze)
<C> (No thanks)

[caption #443]
Aged Man: Child_? I don't have any children! Balderdash!<EOP>
I'm ready for you to leave!
Go on, git! I'm tossin' ya out onta the Veldt, too!<EOP>
I'd rather take a stick in the eye than deal with that guy again_

[caption #444]
Merchant: Welcome! Need anything?
<C> What have you?
<C> No thanks.

[caption #445]
Merchant: See you around.

[caption #446]
Who're you?

[caption #447]
Merchant: Howdy. I own the dry goods business out here!

[caption #448]
Merchant: You're_not from these parts, huh?

[caption #449]
Merchant: Well, no matter!
<C> See the goods.
<C> Not interested.

[caption #450]
Merchant: Good day. Need anything?
<C> See the goods.
<C> Not interested.

[caption #451]
<A5>: You_on a journey? I got separated from my friends. Say, can you tell me how to get to Narshe?

[caption #452]
<A3>: The Empire has set up a base somewhere beyond the forest, and to the east.
<A5>: _Empire?!<EOP>
<A3>: They seem to have their sights set on Doma Castle.<EOP>
<A5>: Doma, huh? I have to reach Narshe immediately!<EOP>
<A3>: Your only chance is through Doma. I'll show you the way.<EOP>
Just know that I may take off at any time, if I feel like it.

[caption #453]
<A3>: Imperial soldiers have built a base somewhere beyond the forest.<EOP>
<A5>: _Already?!
<A3>: They seem to have their sights set on Doma Castle.<EOP>
<A5>: So Doma's next, huh?
I have to reach Narshe immediately!<EOP>
<A3>: Your only hope is through Doma. I'll show you the way.<EOP>
Just know that I may take off at any time, if I feel like it.

[caption #454]
Stay back_The dog just can't stand strangers.

[caption #455]
<A5>: The going is bound to be_pretty rough_

[caption #456]
<A3>: The Reaper is always just a step behind me_

[caption #457]
Welcome a partner?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #458]
Baram: Clyde_how could you_?
I was your partner_
You should be here with me_
Join me, Clyde_ <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #459]
Baram: Yahoooo!
We did it, Clyde!<EOP>
Clyde: A million Gil!
What a blast! I love this!

[caption #460]
Baram: Guess it's time to change our name.<EOP>
Clyde: Our name?
Baram: We need something more_appropriate.
Baram: Such as_?<EOP>
Baram: _ <A3>!
Not bad, huh?

[caption #461]
Clyde: Great train robbers of the century_ <A3>_?

[caption #462]
Clyde: Open your eyes!
Baram: I'm scared_*hack*, *cough*
Is_is this MY blood_?
Clyde: You're gonna be okay!

[caption #463]
Baram: I've let you down_ I'm sorry_
Clyde: Save your strength.
We're almost to a town.<EOP>
Baram: You don't have to pretend. I know. I've lost_too much blood.

[caption #464]
Baram: Get going! I'm gonna slow you down.
Clyde: But_!
Baram: You wanna get caught?

[caption #465]
Baram: Before you go_ You have to use your knife_kill me!

[caption #466]
Clyde: WHAT?!
Baram: Think what they'll do to me if I get caught.<EOP>
I don't want to go through that. Do me this favor.

[caption #467]
Baram: Are you_shaking? I can't believe it! You're acting like a coward!<EOP>
Come on, you weakling! Grab your knife and_
Clyde: I CAN'T!

[caption #468]
Baram: Clyde!!!

[caption #469]
Clyde: I'm sorry_

[caption #470]
Baram: Clyde! How dare you?!

[caption #471]
Hey_HEY! Stay with me now!

[caption #472]
Clyde: Where_am_I?<EOP>
A small village called Thama_
Hang in there!

[caption #473]
Shriek!!! Help_HELP!!!
Talk to the Impresario!

[caption #474]
Thank goodness!

[caption #475]
A dragon is sitting smack in the middle of the stage!

[caption #476]

              Surprise!

[caption #477]
Looks like we're gonna have to save the day once again!

[caption #478]
There's something odd about this stratum_<EOP>
It's as if we've bumped into something_
<C> (Continue journey)
<C> (Stop and explore)

[caption #479]
Soldier: Who in blazes're YOU?

[caption #480]
Soldier A: Shhhh! Do I always have to tell you to keep it down?! You're hopeless_!<EOP>
Soldier A: I hate that weirdo, Kefka. I don't even think he's human, not like General Leo_<EOP>
Soldier B: Agreed.

[caption #481]
<A5>: What the_?
Where'd these soldiers come from?

[caption #482]
Commander: You two! We're about to storm Doma Castle_<EOP>
You will join the assault team!

[caption #483]


[caption #484]
Soldier: Rogue!!!

[caption #485]
This's an Imperial base. Too many soldiers_

[caption #486]
Soldier A: Hey, have you heard?
Soldier B: Oh, you mean_<EOP>
Soldier A: Shhh! Quiet down.
If Kefka catches us, we're toast.

[caption #487]
Soldier A: They say Kefka's plotting to drive General Leo out of our battalion, probably so he can become the next general!<EOP>
Soldier B: Don't make me laugh!
If someone like him becomes a general, I'll go home!

[caption #488]
Soldier A: Shhhhh! What if he hears you? You'll be killed!<EOP>
Soldier B: Alright, alright!

[caption #489]
Soldier B: Uh, oh_ Here he comes_ Back to our posts!

[caption #490]
Kefka: Hey, you! You keeping a sharp lookout? Mmm?<EOP>
Soldier A: Yes, sir! Mr. Kefka, sir! How are you today, sir?<EOP>
Kefka: Please! Save your petty small talk! Just do your job! And don't let me catch you slacking, or I'll make you regret being born!

[caption #491]
Soldier B: Phew_! Someone's gotta put that guy away!<EOP>
Soldier B: I'd like to tell him to his face he's no General Leo!

[caption #492]
Soldier: General Leo. The citizens of Doma seem to be playing a waiting game_<EOP>
Leo: So, that's their strategy.

[caption #493]
Soldier: General. We're ready to take the castle. Just give the order_<EOP>
Leo: Patience! Attack now and we'll meaninglessly increase our sacrifices_

[caption #494]
Soldier: But, General! I'm ready to lay my life down at any time for the Empire!

[caption #495]
Leo: You're from Maranda, right?<EOP>
Soldier: Y_yes sir. Why?

[caption #496]
Leo: And your family lives there? Fall in battle, and I'll have to deliver the bad news_ What shall I say to them?<EOP>
You have a life to go back to someday. Don't throw it all away for nothing. Emperor Gestahl wouldn't want that.

[caption #497]
Soldier: Yes, sir!

[caption #498]
Soldier: General Leo!

[caption #499]
Soldier: Hey! What are you doing?

[caption #500]
Soldier: A carrier pigeon from Emperor Gestahl.

[caption #501]
Leo: What_?

[caption #502]
Leo: The Emperor summons me.
I must return to the capital immediately.

[caption #503]
Soldier: I understand, sir.

[caption #504]
Leo: Right. I'll leave Doma in your hands.
Soldier: Yes, sir.<EOP>
Leo: Okay_ Just don't jump the gun. Please_

[caption #505]
Soldier: Sir! Leave it to us, sir!

[caption #506]
Leo: Right.

[caption #507]
So that's General Leo_ He could be my friend, if he weren't my enemy_

[caption #508]
That was too close_!

[caption #509]
Urrgh! The top won't open.<EOP>
Right_
<C> (Kick it)
<C> (Hit it)
<C> (Leave it)

[caption #510]
Yeeeouch!

[caption #511]
No! A sentry!

[caption #512]
Soldier: Who goes there?

[caption #513]
Soldier: _???
I knew I heard something_<EOP>
Meoooow_<EOP>
Soldier: Just a lousy cat_

[caption #514]
Kefka: Now that Leo's gone, I'll turn this water into a flowing river of poison! It will kill anyone who touches it! He he he_!

[caption #515]
Leo: The Emperor has ordered me to return to Vector. I don't want any trouble here!<EOP>
Kefka: You loser! I'll take care of this situation in no time!

[caption #516]
Leo: Don't be pompous!
And DON'T forget that they are PEOPLE, just like you and me.<EOP>
Kefka: We need not spare those lands that gave rise to the Returners!

[caption #517]
Kefka: You just go and be a good little boy_!

[caption #518]
Kefka: Is the poison ready?
Soldier: But, General Leo said_<EOP>
Kefka: He's no longer here! I'm in charge now. Pour it!<EOP>
Soldier: Some of our people are prisoners inside the castle!
If we poison the river_<EOP>
Kefka: Do it!
Take 'em all out!

[caption #519]
That's inhuman!

[caption #520]
Kefka: Unh? Silence!
You're history, bub_

[caption #521]
Kefka: What an oaf!
When I get my hands on him_

[caption #522]
Kefka: *gasp*_<D> *pant*_<D>
Geez, what a persistent toad!

[caption #523]
Kefka: Huh?! How long do you expect me to put up with you? Next time, you're a goner.

[caption #524]
Wait!!!

[caption #525]
Kefka: Crap! Hey! If you know what's good for you_

[caption #526]
NO! Unless we act now, Kefka'll use the poison to_

[caption #527]
Kefka: Hee, hee! Nothing beats the sweet music of hundreds of voices screaming in unison!<EOP>
Uwa, ha, ha!

[caption #528]
Commander: Attack!

[caption #529]
Doma Sentry: It's hopeless. We can't keep them all out.

[caption #530]
Doma Sentry: So, it's finally happening_

[caption #531]
Wait.

[caption #532]
The battle is not yet lost!

[caption #533]
<A2>: If we can fell their commander, they shall surely break rank and withdraw.

[caption #534]
<A2>: Let us give it a try.

[caption #535]
<A2>: Thou must not give up the fight.

[caption #536]
Doma Sentry: Sir <A2>! Let their commander have it!

[caption #537]
Doma Sentry: Sir <A2>!

[caption #538]
<A2>: I am <A2>, faithful retainer to the King of Doma. I am your worst nightmare_!

[caption #539]
<A2>: Mmm_ Does not the water look a bit_odd?

[caption #540]
Trooper: The commander's been defeated! Run!!!

[caption #541]
<A2>: This is_ <D>POISON!

[caption #542]
<A2>: Your Majesty! Fear not!
King Doma: Who's there?

[caption #543]
<A2>: <A2>, Your Highness!<EOP>
King Doma: Indeed! My sight is going fast_ Can't see a thing_<EOP>
<A2>: Hang on, Your Majesty!
King Doma: <A2>_<EOP>
You have defended the Kingdom of Doma since my father's days_ *hack*_ *cough*_Thank you_<EOP>
Forgive me_ I could not protect the kingdom_

[caption #544]
<A2>: Speak not such nonsense!
King Doma: I fear for your family. <D>Uhh_chest is on f_fire_<EOP>
<A2>: Speak not, my lord!
Save thy strength!
King Doma: Go_run to your family_ *hack*_<D>*gasp*_<D>__<EOP>
<A2>: Majesty!!

[caption #545]
<A2>: Elayne!
<D>Elayne! Don't leave me!

[caption #546]
<A2>: This_ This_is unpardonable_

[caption #547]
<A2>: _! <D>Owain_No!

[caption #548]
A noble warrior of a foreign land. Faithful retainer to his king and country, he fears not even death_

[caption #549]
The Empire's base is bustling with activity. Something must be up!

[caption #550]
Doma Sentry: What vicious, evil_!

[caption #551]
<A2>: We must find our liege!

[caption #552]
<A2>: Walled up inside the castle, we can wait out our enemy!

[caption #553]
<A2>: D_ <D>Dear me_

[caption #554]
Doma Sentry: We're through.

[caption #555]
Doma Sentry: Hurry, to the king!

[caption #556]
<A2>: Right! The king's room is near!

[caption #557]
<A2>: Highness_

[caption #558]
<A2>: There have to be some survivors in the castle!<EOP>
Doma Sentry: Let's split up_

[caption #559]
<A2>: Here, too_

[caption #560]
<A2>: I_impossible! <D>This_cannot be happening!!!

[caption #561]
I can never forgive them! <D>
The Empire shall pay!

[caption #562]
Trooper: This is off limits.

[caption #563]
<A2>: I am <A2>, retainer to the King of Doma!

[caption #564]
<A2>: Uohhh! This is too much! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #565]
<A2>: Uohhh! Which of ye spilt this poison?
 <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #566]
Soldier: The enemy! Get ready, everyone!

[caption #567]
<A5>: That guy's got guts! But he can't do it alone.
Gotta help him, fast!

[caption #568]
<A5>: Uwaaa!<EOP>
It's that poison! This isn't gonna be easy_

[caption #569]
<A5>: Need a hand now?!

[caption #570]
<A2>: Thank you_ I am in thy debt.

[caption #571]
<A5>: Let me have at it!

[caption #572]
<A2>: Uohhhh! They are quite tough! Be careful!

[caption #573]
Look_we're gonna have to do this together!

[caption #574]
<A2>: The thought had occurred to me as well!

[caption #575]
<A5>: I'm <A5>, from Figaro. I'll explain more later. First, let's finish this!

[caption #576]
<A2>: Thank you, kind sir!

[caption #577]
<A2>: Uohhh! Be thou friend or foe?!

[caption #578]
<A5>: Ouuuch! _didn't MEAN to step in there_

[caption #579]
<A5>: ! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #580]
<A5>: Allow me to thank you! I am <A5>, from Figaro. Now, let's scram!

[caption #581]
<A2>: But what of my home, my family_my friends?<EOP>
<A5>: Look_ If we stick around any longer we'll have a regiment of troops down our throats.

[caption #582]
<A2>: Sir <A5>, it is I who is in your debt!

[caption #583]
<A5>: Forget it. Now, come on!

[caption #584]
<A2>: Aaahhh! I cannot stop this monstrosity!!!
 <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #585]
<A5>: Okay. Then let's bust through!

[caption #586]
End of the line!

[caption #587]
There's nowhere to run!

[caption #588]
Who said anything about running?!

[caption #589]
<A5>: Can't believe we've made it this far_ Say, how do we get to Narshe from here?<EOP>
<A2>: Narshe?<EOP>
Only one route, through the forest to the south.

[caption #590]
<A5>: All right! It's decided. If we're going through the woods, we won't need these hunks of junk anymore. Let's get going!

[caption #591]
<A5>: Nothing but poison this way!

[caption #592]
Soldier: Got 'em! Over here!

[caption #593]
<A5>: Hoo, boy_<EOP>
<A5>: I have a great idea_ Come over here.

[caption #594]
<A2>: Sir <A5>! What on earth are these?

[caption #595]
<A5>: I'll explain later! Relax. Just climb in!

[caption #596]
<A2>: Sir <A5>! How might these_abominations be manipulated?

[caption #597]
<A5>: I'm getting sick of this! Thou art such a pain in the_! <D>Confound it all! I'm starting to talk like you!<EOP>
<A5>: Now listen! Just use those levers located by your hands.

[caption #598]
This is a school for the adventurous beginner.<EOP>
Despite all our recent advances in technology, much of the outside world remains a mystery to us.<EOP>
So here, we answer your questions so you can brave its many dangers. Think of us as your advisors_

[caption #599]
Welcome to our school for budding adventurers. We'll be here for you even if the world should crumble.

[caption #600]
This is water from a recovery spring. It'll restore your HP and MP. Such springs are located throughout the world.

[caption #601]
This is a Save Point.

[caption #602]
Valuables are often hidden in pots such as this one.

[caption #603]
Use curative items to restore your HP. Staying at an Inn will revive your party in full.

[caption #604]
Ha! Sometimes monsters lurk inside of treasure chests!

[caption #605]
Heard about Relics?

[caption #606]
Choose with the A Button. Cancel a choice with the B Button. View the Main Menu with the X Button. Dash by holding the B Button.

[caption #607]
When buying armor and weapons you'll see some symbols next to your characters:<EOP>
Triangles pointing up indicate increasing battle power.<EOP>
Triangles pointing down indicate decreasing battle power.<EOP>
[=] indicates no change in battle power.<EOP>
[E] means the item is already equipped on that character.<EOP>
A symbol under a character means that person is now in your party.

[caption #608]
If you select the [Wait] Battle Mode from the Config Menu_<EOP>
You can take all the time you need to select spells or items without being attacked.

[caption #609]
Run from some battles by pressing (and holding) both the L and R Buttons.

[caption #610]
A full meter in the lower right means that character will be next to accept battle commands.<EOP>
Press the X or Y button to pass that character's battle opportunity to the next character.

[caption #611]
When selecting a spell, press the L or R Button to select multiple targets.

[caption #612]
During a battle, press left or right on the control pad to select [Row] or [Defense.]<EOP>
[Defense] cuts received damage in half, and works until your next command input.

[caption #613]
Damage is more severe when caught in a pincer attack! Use care when running!

[caption #614]
White numerals appearing during battle are damage points. Green numerals are recovery points.

[caption #615]
In the back row, damage and attack power are halved.<EOP>
Change rows using the Main Menu: press left on the Control Pad, then press the A Button.

[caption #616]
Need status info?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #617]
[Clear]
Enemy can't strike you, but you're an easy target for spells.<EOP>
You'll revert to normal if a spell hits you.<EOP>
[Imp]
Lose use of spells and commands.<EOP>
[Zombie]
HP drops to 0, and you attack party members. Use [Holy Water] to reverse.<EOP>
For [Confused] and [Sleep]
You'll revert to normal when struck by a weapon.

[caption #618]
Use a curative spell or item on an undead creature for maximum damage.

[caption #619]
[Reraise]
Automatically revives a character if KO'd even if status is affected.<EOP>
[Regen]
Gradually restores a character's HP.

[caption #620]
3-way attack indicates a fire, ice and lightning attack.

[caption #621]
[Reflect] spells will fade over time, and can't block certain magic attacks.

[caption #622]
[Runic]
Turns many magic attacks into MP! Can be used repeatedly.<EOP>
[Morph]
Increases Attack and Magic power. Duration increases with AP gained.<EOP>
[Dance] and [Rage]
Once selected, will continue until the battle is over.

[caption #623]
When multiple images of your characters flash on the screen, weapons won't touch you.

[caption #624]
You might want to go out and get some experience in the world before coming in here!

[caption #625]
Desperate times can bring out strength you never knew you had!<EOP>
Critically-wounded characters may occasionally perform powerful, hidden techniques when you select [Attack.]

[caption #626]
Seems you have a piece of Magicite.<EOP>
Want to learn more about espers?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #627]
To use an esper it must be equipped. Choose [Skills] from the menu, then select [Espers.]<EOP>
During battle, select Magic, and press up on the Control Pad. Press the A Button to use the esper.<EOP>
Remember, an esper can only be used once per battle.<EOP>

         Learning Magic<EOP>
Learn new spells by equipping espers. Switch espers to learn different sets of spells.<EOP>
The higher the [Learning Speed] the faster a spell is learned.<EOP>
When equipped, some espers will raise qualities (Strength, HP, MP etc.) to their maximum limits at the next [level up.]

[caption #628]
Each Bushido attack has its own unique name.<EOP>
You'll gain more Bushido skills over time.

[caption #629]
[About Reflect]
[Reflect] doesn't block spells that have been [Reflected] off others.<EOP>
Enemy protected by Reflect?
Try bouncing an attack off a Reflect-protected individual in your party!

[caption #630]
Color changes indicate changes in status.

[caption #631]
Blue = Reflect

Spells are reflected. <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #632]
Yellow = [Protect]

Defense up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #633]
Green = [Shell]

Magic defense up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #634]
Red = [Haste]

Speed up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #635]
White = [Slow]

Speed way down! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #636]
Pink = [Stop]

Time stops! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #637]
<A1>: I think I'm gonna_

[caption #638]
<A1>: Ooh_ <D>Ohhhhhhh_

[caption #639]
Stay clear of the engine room. It's dangerous.

[caption #640]
We're almost to Triangle Island.

[caption #641]
The Magitek Armor's being refurbished.

[caption #642]
<A6>: Hey_<A1>_

[caption #643]
Rumor has it that the power of magic still exists on Triangle Island.

[caption #644]
Once we find an esper, we'll be able to restore peace!

[caption #645]
<A0>: _Where's <A11>_? <D>
<A1>: He hates ships.
<D>We must_leave him behind!

[caption #646]
Soldier: All systems A-O-K.

[caption #647]
<A1>: Urgh_ <D>Uooh_ <D>Argh_

[caption #648]
Waiter: Please order at the table_

[caption #649]
<A5>: Food! Chop chop! Let's go slop the hogs!

[caption #650]
Can't leave the train now!

[caption #651]
Waiter: Care for something?
<C>(Yes, please!)
<C>(No, thanks)

[caption #652]
<A5>: Food! Food! Food!
Bring me everything ya got!

[caption #653]
<A5>: You worried? C'mon eat up!
<D>Can't wage war on an empty stomach!

[caption #654]
<A2>: Hmm_
Do what thou wilt, sir. I'm sure there is no stopping thee_

[caption #655]
<A5>: Well! <D>I've stuffed down all I can_ Let's go!

[caption #656]
Waiter: One moment, please.

[caption #657]
<A2>: Is this train's food tr_truly safe to eat?

[caption #658]
<A3>: __<D>Interceptor_are you hungry?

[caption #659]
*Gobble*_ <D>*snarf*_ <D>*snap*_

[caption #660]
Conductor: Wanna stop the train? Just use the controls in the engineer's compartment!

[caption #661]
Conductor: I manage this train! What business have you here?<EOP>
Hmmm_
<C>(Tell us about the train.)
<C>(How do we stop it?)
<C>(Leave us in peace.)

[caption #662]
Conductor: The Phantom Train ferries the dead to the [other side.] There they can take their eternal rest.

[caption #663]
Can't follow us now.

[caption #664]
<A2>: Be these time schedules?
<A5>: Hmmm_They're all blank!

[caption #665]
Conductor: The Phantom Train guides the [dearly departed] to the spirit world. They have no need of schedules!

[caption #666]
<A5>: What's this? Let me just give it a_

[caption #667]
<A2>: Sir <A5>! Maybe we should not tamper with that!

[caption #668]
<A5>: <A2>_You're not_scared, are you?!

[caption #669]
<A5>: Gave it my best shot.

[caption #670]
<A2>: How could you_?

[caption #671]
<A2>: How can you_?!

[caption #672]
<A2>: How dare you?!<EOP>
Just because I respect other beings' property doesn't mean I'm not mechanically minded!

[caption #673]
<A5>: <A2>_You're a total klutz when it comes to machines.

[caption #674]
<A2>: What, sir_? H_how could you tell?

[caption #675]
<A2>: A train is here?! <D>But I thought Doma's railway had been destroyed_?<EOP>
<A5>: May be survivors inside.
Let's take a look.

[caption #676]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!

[caption #677]
<A5>: We can't just wander around out here! We have to go on board!

[caption #678]
<A5>: What on earth_?

[caption #679]
<A2>: We must get off this train at once!

[caption #680]
<A2>: *Gulp*_where are we?

[caption #681]
<A5>: Hoo, boy! Finally got off_

[caption #682]
<A5>: Hey! <D>We can get in right here!

[caption #683]
Whew_ What the heck was that all about?

[caption #684]
Huh?!

[caption #685]

      _No_es_cape_!

[caption #686]
Who's there?!

[caption #687]
It came from this direction.

[caption #688]
Whoa! They're coming_!

[caption #689]
This way too!

[caption #690]
   You can't escape_ <E$03><OP$12>
     Nowhere to run_ <E$03><OP$12>
       Nowhere to hide_

[caption #691]
Bloody persistent_!

[caption #692]
<A2>: I believe we are stuck!

[caption #693]
<A5>: I know!
<A2>: Hast thou an idea?

[caption #694]
<A5>: Okay_ <D>The time has come to see if all my training has paid off. Come, <A2>!

[caption #695]
<A5>: Yahoooo!

[caption #696]
Hey_ <D> Uh oh_?

[caption #697]
Voice: Stop where you are!

[caption #698]
Man: I am Siegfried, the world's greatest swordsman! That treasure chest is mine.<EOP>
If I were you, you overmuscled ox, I'd grab grandpa here, and run while you still can!

[caption #699]
<A5>: You look more like a manicurist. Now SCRAM!!!<EOP>
Siegfried: Aha! The ox bellows! For those brazen words I shall fillet you with my blade!<EOP>
En garde!

[caption #700]
[What a windbag_]

[caption #701]
Siegfried: Impossible! <D>I_I'm the greatest_ But I'll still get the last laugh!

[caption #702]
Siegfried: Uwa, ha, ha! The treasure is mine! <D>Ta ta, cretins!

[caption #703]
We have to detach the rear train cars!

[caption #704]
This is the engineer's room. Gotta stop this thing_!

[caption #705]
Something's written here!<EOP>
What? What? <D><EOP>
(To stop the train, shut the first and third pressure valves, and operate the switch outside, near the smoke stack.)

[caption #706]
Press this switch and the train'll stop.

[caption #707]
Just throw this switch, and_
<D>Huh? Nothing's happening!

[caption #708]
<A5>: Won't open!

[caption #709]
<A2>: We are too late.

[caption #710]
<A5>: What's with this train?

[caption #711]
<A2>: This is the Phantom Train_
It carries the deceased to_the land of the dead.

[caption #712]
<A5>: Wait a sec_I don't want to go THERE!<EOP>
<A2>: We all must die, sometime_

[caption #713]
<A5>: I have things to do HERE. We have to stop this thing. Let's make for the engine.

[caption #714]
Look out!

[caption #715]
<A5>: What's with this guy?
<A2>: It seems to want to accompany us.<EOP>
Bring it along?
<C>(Sure)
<C>(No way)

[caption #716]
<A5>: But_ The greater our number, the slower we can move. <D>Forget it!

[caption #717]
Shall we be off?

[caption #718]
Guess we're on our own now_

[caption #719]
Howdy, folks. I've got top-quality items at rock-bottom prices!
<C>(Shop)
<C>(Don't shop)

[caption #720]
<A5>: I_it's moving!
<A2>: If we don't get off now_

[caption #721]
<A5>: Don't worry!

[caption #722]
Phantom Train: So! You've been slowing my progress!

[caption #723]
Phantom Train: I will let you go_
<D>_but first there is something I must do_

[caption #724]
<A2>: Elayne! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #725]
Departing?!

[caption #726]
<A5>: <A2>! Is that your wife and son?

[caption #727]
<A2>: No!!! <D>Elayne! <D>Owain!!

[caption #728]
<A2>: Please, wait! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #729]
<A5>: We shouldn't be here. Let's go NOW!

[caption #730]
<A2>: Owain_ <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #731]
My love_ You made me so happy. Don't forget me_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #732]
Dad! I'll keep practicing with my sword to make sure Mom's all right! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #733]
<A3>: Best leave him alone.

[caption #734]
<A2>: __

[caption #735]
<A5>: This must be Baren Falls.

[caption #736]
<A2>: To the south lies the Veldt. 'Tis a wild and dangerous land, inhabited by all manner of ferocious beasts_<EOP>
<A5>: And we have the Empire right on our tails.<EOP>
<A2>: If we can slip through the Veldt, we can reach the town of Mobliz, to the east_

[caption #737]
<A5>: <A3>!

[caption #738]
<A5>: Thanks for your help!
Let's join ranks again some time!

[caption #739]
<A3>: I have served my purpose_

[caption #740]
Jump?
<C>(Why not?)
<C>(You crazy?)

[caption #741]
Draped in monster hides, eyes shining with intelligence. A youth with a kind heart and mind surviving against all odds_

[caption #742]
And you are?

[caption #743]
You came via Baren Falls? Unbelievable! It's flowing like there's no tomorrow_!

[caption #744]
Only carrier pigeons link our village to the outside.

[caption #745]
Letters tell us that war has broken out!

[caption #746]
Duane and Katarin are both 16 and in love!

[caption #747]
Katarin: __

[caption #748]
Duane: __

[caption #749]
Have you stopped by the house up in the far north? The old guy there's a tad psycho.<EOP>
Threw his own kid out onto the Veldt, thinking it was a monster!

[caption #750]
This region's called the Veldt. Monsters from all over the world migrate here.

[caption #751]
While out hunting, I noticed a kid running with a herd of beasts!
His parents know where he is?

[caption #752]
Strong currents run through the Serpent Trench.<EOP>
Heard about it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #753]
If you had a diving helmet you could make it to Nikeah.

[caption #754]
Hop into the current, and you'll be swept to Nikeah! Too bad our only diving helmet was stolen!

[caption #755]
Some soldier wandered here. Busted up pretty bad, too. It doesn't look good_<EOP>
Only the letters coming from the town of Maranda are keeping him going_

[caption #756]
The soldier in here is hurt pretty bad.

[caption #757]
Keep your voices down!

[caption #758]
I threw some [Dried Meat] into a herd of hungry animals, and some kid emerged and grabbed it!

[caption #759]
I am at your service. I send things all over the world.

[caption #760]
The entrance to the Serpent Trench is in Crescent Mountain on the southern tip of this continent.

[caption #761]
Injured Lad: I'm from Maranda. The Empire invaded, and made me join the Imperial army.<EOP>
I fled when I heard we were heading for Doma. They caught me_and did this_<EOP>
Now I can't even move. <D> I'll never see Lola again_<EOP>
On the desk is a letter. Will you please read it to me?

[caption #762]
I can't get used to Imperial troopers walking the streets of Maranda, but otherwise things are okay.<EOP>
Flowers are blooming in the garden, telling me spring is here.<EOP>
Is it true you were injured?
If so, I wish I could fly to your side!<EOP>
I hope you get well soon, and know that I think about you every day.
Your love,
                      Lola

[caption #763]
I'd like to write her back, but they even broke my fingers. I can't even pick up a pen!

[caption #764]
Postage to Maranda is 500 Gil.<EOP>
Gonna send a letter for that soldier, right?
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #765]
I want to get better! I want to see Lola_

[caption #766]
Another letter has arrived. Could you read it to me?

[caption #767]
I can't find your favorite record_
I thought I'd play it and you'd be with me, but_

[caption #768]
For 500 Gil you can send a record.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #769]
Mother's taken ill. We can't afford medicine. If only we had a Potion_

[caption #770]
For 500 Gil you can send a Potion.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #771]
I haven't heard from you. I'm so worried_

[caption #772]
For 500 Gil you can send a letter.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #773]
You said you were reading a book. If only I could read it, too_

[caption #774]
For 500 Gil you can send a book.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #775]
A letter came from him! He's all right!

[caption #776]
He sent me a record! I'm so happy!

[caption #777]
He even sent a Potion for my Mom!
He's so kind!

[caption #778]
He sent that book! I'll read it every evening, before bed!

[caption #779]
My love hasn't sent me back any letters since he's been gone. I'm sick with worry_

[caption #780]
I'd give Lola everything_ If only I could move_

[caption #781]
I heard_In my name you have sent Lola many things_<EOP>
I wish to thank you. Please accept this as a token of my appreciation.<EOP>

     Received [Tintinabulum.]

[caption #782]
<A11>: Treasure_yesss_
<A2>: Tis nothing but a dirty glass bowl_<EOP>
<A5>: Looks like it just might fit over your head_

[caption #783]
<A5>: Ummm_Is this of any use?

[caption #784]
<A5>: Will this really let us breathe underwater?

[caption #785]
<A5>: <A2>! The shiny thing <A11> spoke of is in here.

[caption #786]
<A2>: Uh, Sir <A11>, where exactly is it?

[caption #787]
<A11>: <A11>_forget!!

[caption #788]
<A5>: Shall we look around?
<A2>: Indeed!

[caption #789]
<A5>: Not over here_

[caption #790]
<A5>: A Potion_

[caption #791]
<A2>: Th_this is Sir <A11>'s treasure?!

[caption #792]
<A5>: Hey, <A11>. What's wrong?

[caption #793]
<A11>: <A11>!

[caption #794]
<A5>: G'uh! My pouch! There was 500 Gil in it_!

[caption #795]
<A2>: Current's_quite fast_
<A5>: No kidding.<EOP>
<A5>: But unless we hop in, we won't make it in time to meet up with big bro and the others_

[caption #796]
<A5>: <A11>_YOU!

[caption #797]
<A2>: Oh, dear. Sir <A5>, let me handle this.

[caption #798]
<A2>: Sir <A5>_Recall that you had me hold onto your pouch. <D>Here.

[caption #799]
<A5>: Urggggh!

[caption #800]
<A2>: Is this it?
<D><A11>'s [treasure]?

[caption #801]
<A5>: Let's go!

[caption #802]
This is Nikeah, one of the world's few port towns.

[caption #803]
We used to be a prosperous trading town, but the Empire shut us down.

[caption #804]
Is it true the Kingdom of Doma fell to the Empire?

[caption #805]
Move along now. You're in the way!

[caption #806]
No one can reach Nikeah unless they have a ship!

[caption #807]
A rock slide has blocked the path leading north.

[caption #808]
The path leading north is now clear.

[caption #809]
South Figaro-bound ferry.
<C> (Still need to shop.)
<C> (Hop aboard?)

[caption #810]
The Empire has overrun our destination.

[caption #811]
Nikeah-bound ferry.
<C> (Still need to shop.)
<C> (Hop aboard?)

[caption #812]
There used to be ships sailing to the southern continent.
Tzen, Albrook, Maranda_<EOP>
They've all been smashed by the Empire.

[caption #813]
Ya met that odd man, lives near the Lethe River? His wife bore 'im a son 13 years ago.<EOP>
It was a problem birth, and the woman passed away. The man totally lost it.<EOP>
He thought the newborn was a monster. Wonder what happened to the poor little baby?

[caption #814]
Dancer: Yoo hoo! You handsome thing. How 'bout a drink with me? Tee hee!

[caption #815]
<A2>: H_how dare you_?! You licentious howler! Unhand me!

[caption #816]
Dancer: Oh, don't blow an artery, baby! Let's just have some fun!<EOP>
Hey, do you like these? I call this one Humpty, and this one Dumpty!

[caption #817]
<A2>: H-Humpty?! D-Dumpty?!

[caption #818]
<A5>: <A2>_ Don't let it get to you.<EOP>
<A2>: Th-thou art unaffected by these_charms?!

[caption #819]
<A5>: One of the benefits of all my years of ascetic training!

[caption #820]
Dancer: Oh, don't leave me standing here all alone, baby!

[caption #821]
<A2>: Enough of that! A proper woman should have modesty, and_and decency!<EOP>And_rant_rant_rant_

[caption #822]
Goodness!

[caption #823]
You took one look at me and thought I was a loser, right?<EOP>
You're obligated to buy from me, now!

[caption #824]
Looks like junk, but_

[caption #825]
Have any imported goods?

[caption #826]
<A2>: Narshe is just a stone's throw away!

[caption #827]
<A5>: I hope the others arrived safely!

[caption #828]
<A2>: I am sure they did, sir.

[caption #829]
<A11>: Me hope so, too_

[caption #830]
Aged Man: Go, unless you're a repair person!

[caption #831]
<A11>: W_what_?

[caption #832]
Aged Man: Haven't seen any skilled repair people in ages_

[caption #833]
Aged Man: Oh, hello again! Yep, your repairs were top notch!<EOP>
<A5>: I told you, I'm not_<EOP>
Aged Man: Quick! Fix that chair! Then you can use it to fix the roof.

[caption #834]
<A5>: You don't suppose_
Can this be <A11>'s father?

[caption #835]
<A11>: _fffatherr_?

[caption #836]
Elder: I understand all of it_
Except_
How can YOU be encouraging us to shed our blood for you?<EOP>
Arvis: I never said_that!
Elder: Something like it.

[caption #837]
Banon: Ha! He's right you know!

[caption #838]
Arvis: Banon!<EOP>
Banon: We're asking you to spill your blood.

[caption #839]
Banon: Emperor Gestahl's racing to acquire Magitek power. He's set his sights on the esper that was found here.<EOP>
The increased use of Magitek power'll surely lead to global destruction_

[caption #840]
Elder: The War of the Magi_

[caption #841]
The mythical battle that set mankind back a thousand years_ Can this really be happening?<EOP>
Elder: People will never learn_

[caption #842]
<A2>: I am <A2>, retainer to the King of Doma!

[caption #843]
<A11>: <A11>_<A11>!

[caption #844]
<A5>: The people of Doma were wiped out by the Empire_

[caption #845]
<A2>: Kefka poisoned_everyone_

[caption #846]
Elder: Barbaric!

[caption #847]
Banon: Elder!<EOP>
Elder: But_that was only because Doma was collaborating with the Returners!<EOP>
As long as we remain neutral we've nothing to fear from the Empire.

[caption #848]
<A1>: That's nonsense!

[caption #849]
<A0>: <A1>!<EOP>
<A1>: The Empire's poised to attack Narshe right now!<EOP>
<A4>: What?!

[caption #850]
Banon: <A1>. Where'd you hear that?<EOP>
<A1>: <A6>, here_was one of the Empire's gen_

[caption #851]
<A2>: That is it! I knew she seemed familiar. Sir <A11>, move aside!

[caption #852]
<A2>: The notorious General <A6>! She is responsible for the decimation of Maranda! Stand and meet thy judgement, Imperial b_

[caption #853]
<A1>: WAIT! <A6> has promised to help the Returners! She's left the Empire!<EOP>
<A2>: Be that as it may_!<EOP>
<A1>: I promised I'd protect her. I WILL NOT back out on my word to a woman.

[caption #854]
<A4>: <A1>_ Are you still thinking about_ that?

[caption #855]
<A0>: I was also an Imperial soldier.
<A2>: WHAT?!

[caption #856]
<A4>: The Empire's evil. But not ALL of its citizens are!

[caption #857]
Emergency! The Empire cometh! We're under attack!

[caption #858]
Kefka: I don't care what you do here, JUST GET ME THAT ESPER!

[caption #859]
Soldier: Lord Kefka! What about the civilians_?<EOP>
Kefka: Exterminate everyone! Wipe them all out!<EOP>
Soldier: But, Lord Kefka, Narshe is neutral_<EOP>
Kefka: Idiot!!

[caption #860]
Kefka: Read my lips! Dispose of any who oppose us! March!

[caption #861]
Elder: It seems we really have no choice. Let's make ready for war!

[caption #862]
Banon: They're after the frozen esper.<EOP>
Elder: We moved it into the cliffs above the valley.

[caption #863]
<A4>: Then we're going up after it! We'll make our stand there!

[caption #864]
<A4>: <A1> has a complicated past. I wouldn't go thinking he's fallen for you or something! <E$0B><OP$12>

[caption #865]
<A6>: I'm a soldier, not some love-starved twit!
<A4>: Cold as ice__ <E$0B><OP$12>

[caption #866]
<A6>: So, <A0>, who'd have thought we'd meet again_like this? <EOP>
<A0>: You_can use magic, too_can't you? But_it's different from mine_
<EOP>
<A6>: When I was a child I was artificially infused with magic, and raised as a Magitek Knight.<EOP>
<A0>: Is it possible for you to_love others?
<A6>: _? Are you mocking me?!

[caption #867]
<A2>: Do not think for a moment I trust thee!
<A6>: Fine. Use your own eyes, then decide which side I'm on.

[caption #868]
<A5>: Brother!

[caption #869]
<A4>: <A5>! You're all right!

[caption #870]
<A4>: Who's with you?

[caption #871]
<A5>: I'm going to defer to my brother on this one_

[caption #872]
Banon: They're coming!

[caption #873]
Banon: Prepared?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #874]
Kefka: Oho! If it isn't General <A6>, the traitor!<EOP>
How delightful! This'll be fun!

[caption #875]
Kefka: Go! Squash those vile insects!

[caption #876]
Protect the frozen esper from Kefka! <EOP>
Need some info?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #877]
You'll fight in 3 groups. Use the Y Button to switch between them.<EOP>
Defeat Kefka before his men reach Banon. Otherwise, you lose!

[caption #878]
<A0>: Kefka_ He stuck that crown on me?

[caption #879]
<A1>: Bloody Empire! We are your worst enemy!

[caption #880]
<A6>: I'm free_ The Empire can't control me!

[caption #881]
<A4>: Kefka_grr_ What's he up to_?

[caption #882]
<A5>: Master Duncan's techniques mustn't fail me.

[caption #883]
<A2>: I will avenge the people of Doma!

[caption #884]
<A11>: <A11> hit hard!!!

[caption #885]
Banon: We're history if they reach me! Good luck!

[caption #886]
Kefka: Aack! I won't forget this!

[caption #887]
<A4>: Where's the esper?
<A1>: Is it okay?

[caption #888]
<A4>: That was a close call!<EOP>
<A2>: Can it still be alive?<EOP>
<A5>: Impossible_right?!

[caption #889]
<A1>: <A0>! What is it?!

[caption #890]
<A0>: Nooo!

[caption #891]
<A5>: <A0> 'n the esper_<EOP>
<A4>: They_
They're reacting to each other!

[caption #892]
<A1>: Unhh_
<A6>: You're awake?

[caption #893]
<A1>: _Where's <A0>?!

[caption #894]
<A6>: She changed into a_something, and_took off.
She looked just like_

[caption #895]
<A6>: She looked like an esper_

[caption #896]
<A4>: <A1>! You okay?

[caption #897]
<A4>: Something happened to
<A0>_ There seems to be some
connection between espers
and her_<EOP>
Anyway, we need to find her.
Witnesses saw her streaking
westward across the sky,
past Figaro!

[caption #898]
<A1>: Let's go! I promised her I'd_

[caption #899]
<A6>: <A1>_<EOP>
<A4>: Think, people!
The Empire still wants that esper.<EOP>
<A5>: Banon needs our help, too_

[caption #900]
<A4>: Let's split up. Those who
aren't searching for <A0> will
stay and protect Narshe.<EOP>
Figaro Castle can shuttle us to
the western province. Then we'll
make for Kohlingen or Jidoor to
track down clues.

[caption #901]
Change group members?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #902]
<A2>: A former Imperial soldier_<EOP>
But we have no choice. We must help her!

[caption #903]
<A1>: I promised <A0> I'd_keep her safe_

[caption #904]
<A6>: She ripped outta here! Looked just like_an esper_

[caption #905]
<A2>: We have to help her!

[caption #906]
<A4>: Find <A0>!

[caption #907]
<A5>: I'll watch over Narshe! Go quickly!

[caption #908]
<A11>: <A11>_ <A11> do his best!

[caption #909]
<A2>: Can we just march right into the Empire?

[caption #910]
<A4>: The Empire's Magitek Research Facility_ Could the secret lie therein?

[caption #911]
<A5>: Leave Narshe to me!

[caption #912]
<A11>: <A11>_ <A11> do his best!

[caption #913]
Banon: Go find <A0>! She holds the future to our survival.

[caption #914]
Arvis: Heard <A0> turned into light and streaked away toward the west.<EOP>
Make your way to Figaro Castle.
Maybe they can help you there.

[caption #915]
Elder: I'm troubled_ I want to avoid fighting_ But_

[caption #916]
Moogles live deep within the mines!

[caption #917]
We follow our Elder's advice!

[caption #918]
So_magic really DOES exist?!

[caption #919]
Magic?! Pshaw! What nonsense!

[caption #920]
Narshe is a neutral city. We want no war here. But that damned Empire won't listen_

[caption #921]
I hear Figaro Castle can burrow under the desert, and even take you to Kohlingen! That's incredible!

[caption #922]
The house to the far right contains the treasures I've collected! Take them, before the Empire does!<EOP>
Only one of them is locked. Now what do ya suppose is inside_?!

[caption #923]
A glowing form soared off toward Figaro Castle. It seemed almost_human.

[caption #924]
Curse the day we dug up that esper! That's what brought the Empire here!

[caption #925]
Looks like war's a'comin'!

[caption #926]
There's a yeti that lives inside the mine_or so I heard.

[caption #927]
Lone Wolf, the infamous thief, has been sighted here. Are my treasures safe?

[caption #928]
Weapon and armor shops are selling some new stuff for the coming war.

[caption #929]
Can we harness the esper's power? I think not_!

[caption #930]
I saw some moogles walkin' with a yeti the other day.<EOP>
But no one believes me_

[caption #931]
Geothermal devices keep this city warm!

[caption #932]
Wanna know how to ride a chocobo?

[caption #933]
Press the A Button, or up on the Control Pad, to go forward.
Steer with the Control Pad.<EOP>
Press the B Button to dismount. Careful! Once you get off, the bird'll return to its pen!

[caption #934]
Chocobo ride, 100 Gil!
How about it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #935]
King <A4>! Welcome back!

[caption #936]
If only you could've seen the look on Kefka's face as we dove into the sand! It was a sight to behold!

[caption #937]
That girl_wrapped in a fireball_
It looked like she was headed off to the mountains in the west_

[caption #938]
Who'd have thought a person could fly over a mountain range?

[caption #939]
Submerged, this castle could even travel under a mountain range!

[caption #940]
Wanna get past the mountains? This castle can't fly, but it can submerge! Find the person in charge of the engine room!

[caption #941]
The Empire is no longer our ally!

[caption #942]
You must be tired! How about a rest?

[caption #943]
<A4>: If only <A5> were here_

[caption #944]
<A5>: This's like old times! I have to wander around for a while!

[caption #945]
<A5>: Hey! Wait. I'm going too!

[caption #946]
High Priestess: <A5>_Every bit an adult, now_<EOP>
I remember that time so vividly. You were so angry_<EOP>
I hope that the lessons life has taught you helped you grow up into a fine young man.

[caption #947]
Chancellor: Welcome back, King <A4>!

[caption #948]
Chancellor: Huh?! <A5>_ What a splendid young man you've become!

[caption #949]
Chancellor: Make yourselves at home here.

[caption #950]
<A5>: Hmm_Castle hasn't changed much_

[caption #951]
<A5>: And yet it's all different_ Mom and Dad are gone_ Everyone's gone_Since that day_

[caption #952]
_tonight_
_took a turn for the worse_
_there's a chance he might_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #953]
Nooo_!
Y_you're wrong_!
This can't be_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #954]
High Priestess_
_The king_he's_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #955]
_<A5>_
_<A5>!!!!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #956]
_My father_
_I don't believe this_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #957]
<A5>: B_brother_
Waa, ahhh, ahhh_<EOP>
<A4>: So_they went and told you_

[caption #958]
High Priestess: <A4>! Here you are_

[caption #959]
High Priestess: Your father_
He just uttered his last wish that Figaro be divided between you_

[caption #960]
<A5>: This is NONSENSE! Everyone's saying that the Empire poisoned Dad_<EOP>
And the only thing on your minds is [Who's going to be the next king?!]
You're all pathetic!

[caption #961]
<A5>: None of you probably cared when Mom passed away giving birth to us, either_<EOP>
High Priestess: That's not_

[caption #962]
<A5>: You were as bad as any of 'em!
<A4>: <A5>_<EOP>
<A5>: Empire of murderers_
They won't get away with this!

[caption #963]
<A5>: I'm outta here! I'm forsaking this war-sick realm for my dignity and freedom.<EOP>
<A5>: You said you were sick of it too, right?!
<A4>: _freedom_

[caption #964]
<A4>: High Priestess_Please leave us_

[caption #965]
<A4>: What'll happen to this realm if we both leave? And what would Dad say_?

[caption #966]
<A4>: <A5>, let's settle this with a toss of a coin.

[caption #967]
<A4>: If it's heads, you win.<EOP>
We'll choose whichever path we want, without any regrets. Okay?

[caption #968]
<A4>: This is for Dad!

[caption #969]
<A4>: And then, you opted for your freedom.

[caption #970]
<A4>: It's been_10 years. The little shrimp's grown into a whopping lobster!<EOP>
<A5>: And you're a king crab!

[caption #971]
<A4>: <A5>_ I often wonder if he'd be proud of me_

[caption #972]
<A5>: Don't you ever doubt that!

[caption #973]
<A4>: 10 years_
<A5>: Where has the time gone_?

[caption #974]
<A4>: Here's to a couple of confused grownups!

[caption #975]
<A4>: Here's to Dad_

[caption #976]
<A5>: _to Mom_
_and to Figaro.

[caption #977]
Lots of requests this month!
If it's your wish, I'll take you beyond the mountains.

[caption #978]
<C> (Go to Figaro?)
<C> (Stay put?)

[caption #979]
<C> (Go to Kohlingen?)
<C> (Stay put?)

[caption #980]
Down those stairs is the Figaro Castle Engine Room.<EOP>
The engines are currently undergoing maintenance, so we can be ready to move at a moment's notice!

[caption #981]
That's dangerous!

[caption #982]
Urgggh!

[caption #983]
Next stop, Kohlingen!
Watch your step!

[caption #984]
Next stop, South Figaro.
Watch your step!

[caption #985]
Oh_! <D> It came to my house and burned it down! A monster of light_ Looked somehow human!

[caption #986]
Everyone was scared when the glowing creature stopped here.
It left to the south, toward Jidoor.

[caption #987]
That shining creature!
So frightening to us all!
But I found it_ <D>beautiful!

[caption #988]
My dream is to see an opera at the opera house south of Jidoor. <EOP>
I'd wear a sequined dress_
And bring a handsome escort_!

[caption #989]
Hey, 'zat you, <A1>? Have you stopped to see Rachel?

[caption #990]
You a friend of <A1>'s? He always stops by Rachel's house when he comes here!

[caption #991]
Best stay away from the house on the eastern edge of town. The old coot there spends his days mixing curious herbs.<EOP>
I heard he keeps ghosts under his house!

[caption #992]
My brother's a bit_crazy. Lives alone to the north, and dreams of building a colosseum!

[caption #993]
Was it really a monster? It stopped right in front of my little girl. I could see it had gentle eyes_

[caption #994]
<A3>: We meet again_

[caption #995]
I've forsaken the world. Some people call me_

[caption #996]
<A3>: Leave me alone_

[caption #997]
People call me_ <A3>_

[caption #998]
<A3>: Just need 'nough to feed my dog. Say, oh_3000 Gil.<EOP>
Buy <A3>'s help?
 <C> Yes
 <C> No

[caption #999]
<A1>: _wasn't able to_<D> save her when she needed me_

[caption #1000]
Rachel: <A1>! What are we off to find today?

[caption #1001]
<A1>: Soon, you'll_

[caption #1002]
<A1>: You're not going to believe what awaits us up here! Come on, it's worth a fortune!

[caption #1003]
Rachel: <A1>! Look out!

[caption #1004]
<A1>: RACHEL!

[caption #1005]
<A1>: Rachel!
Are you awake?

[caption #1006]
Rachel: _ <D>
__? <D>
I_ <D>
I can't remember anything_

[caption #1007]
Rachel's Father: Get outta here!
It's your fault she's lost her memory!<EOP>
<A1>: Wait a minute! She said [Yes!] We were gonna_
Just let me talk to her_

[caption #1008]
Rachel: Go! I don't know who you are, but ever since you came here my parents have been upset!

[caption #1009]
You'd best leave Rachel alone.<EOP>
She's going to have to make a new start of it. <A1>_Your being here doesn't help.

[caption #1010]
A year passed_When I returned here, I learned that Rachel had perished in an Imperial attack.<EOP>
Her memory returned just before she passed away. The last thing she uttered was_ <D>my name_<EOP>
I never should have left her side.<EOP>
I_<D>I failed her_

[caption #1011]
A girl named Rachel used to live in that house. Now it's deserted.

[caption #1012]
Rachel's_ <D>_memory returned just before she passed away.<EOP>
She said, [If a man named <A1> returns, please tell him that I love him_]

[caption #1013]
Stay away from that guy. He's an assassin!

[caption #1014]
I never want to return to Zozo! Phew!

[caption #1015]
Some pretty bad sorts come in here. That guy's an assassin!

[caption #1016]
'Till a moment ago, an assassin sat over there!

[caption #1017]
Oh! Is that you, <A1>? It's been a while!<EOP>
Uh? Oh, that?! Worry not! Your [treasure's] quite safe!
Uwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1018]
Are we through here? All done? Finished? Mwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1019]
<A1>: Rachel_

[caption #1020]
I used some herbs to preserve her body. She won't age a day! Uwaa, ha!<EOP>
That's what you wanted, right?
Had to use my herbs, I did!

[caption #1021]
<A1>: You're sure those herbs will work?

[caption #1022]
Of course! The love of your life will sleep here like this forever.
Kwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1023]
<A1>: What if there were some way to_call her spirit back?

[caption #1024]
A way to call her back, eh?
_You mean like that legendary treasure? Wah, ha, ha!<EOP>
Oh, yes, I suppose if you had that you could bring her around!
Kuha, ha, ha!!

[caption #1025]
I_ <D>failed her_

[caption #1026]
<A6>: <A1>_

[caption #1027]
That? Oh, that's <A1>'s_
Dear, me! Almost spilled the beans! Kwa, ha!

[caption #1028]
This is Jidoor, the westernmost town on the world map!

[caption #1029]
This region is very class-conscious.<EOP>
In the south part of town live the middle classes. The rich folks live to the north.

[caption #1030]
The poor people have all left here for the mountains to the north. There they've built a town.

[caption #1031]
Maria, the opera singer, is gorgeous!

[caption #1032]
I wanna be an opera singer when I grow up!<EOP>
Opera house? It's far to the south.

[caption #1033]
A girl wrapped in fire sped off to the north, into the mountains.

[caption #1034]
To the north is the town of Zozo. Watch out for the people there.

[caption #1035]
Bunch o' liars up in Zozo! Never can trust 'em.

[caption #1036]
Oops! Sorry.

[caption #1037]
Once in a while one of the idiots from Zozo'll wander down here, lookin' for an easy mark. Watch your wallet!

[caption #1038]
Hey_you're not from around here!
You look_ah_dorky!

[caption #1039]
You like art? No?! Unwashed simpletons!

[caption #1040]
You can get some priceless things at this auction. Whether you can appreciate them or not, who knows!

[caption #1041]
I need something that will bring back wayward spirits.<EOP>
I heard only in the Imperial capital of Vector does such a thing exist.

[caption #1042]
Zozo?! Never heard of it.

[caption #1043]
Great people here!

[caption #1044]
Beautiful weather!

[caption #1045]
It's now 2:00.

[caption #1046]
Time? It's 4:00.

[caption #1047]
You can trust me! It's 8:00.

[caption #1048]
10:00! Time to go home!

[caption #1049]
It's already 12:00.

[caption #1050]
Girl? Haven't seen any girls here. And there's definitely not one on the top floor of this building, so don't bother checking!

[caption #1051]
It's safe here!

[caption #1052]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the hour.<EOP>
<C> (2:00)   <C> (4:00)
<C> (6:00)   <C> (8:00)
<C> (10:00)  <C> (12:00)

[caption #1053]
Phew_! How long we gonna have ta do this?!

[caption #1054]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the minute.<EOP>
<C> (0:10)   <C> (0:20)
<C> (0:30)   <C> (0:40)
<C> (0:50)

[caption #1055]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the second.<EOP>
<C> (0:00:10)   <C> (0:00:20)
<C> (0:00:30)   <C> (0:00:40)
<C> (0:00:50)

[caption #1056]
Clock's second hand's pointin' at 30.

[caption #1057]
That clock has no minute hand. It's never pointing to the right time anyway!

[caption #1058]
The seconds? They're divisible by 20!

[caption #1059]
[Some woman flew up to the top floor!]
[Did you say_[flew_]?
That must be <A0>!!!!]<EOP>
Creepy monster's live up there. Look out fer 'em!

[caption #1060]
The second hand of my watch is pointing at 4.

[caption #1061]
Climb the stairs of the building with the PUB sign on it, and you can find a path leading to Mt. Zozo.

[caption #1062]
With this [Rust-Rid] you can open that door.<EOP>
Yours for 1000 Gil!
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1063]
Purchased [Rust-Rid]!

[caption #1064]
This place is dangerous! And don't you dare think about jumping between buildings!

[caption #1065]
Hand's pointin' at the two.

[caption #1066]

    Didn't reset the clock_

[caption #1067]
Get in line!

[caption #1068]
Good day, gentle folks. Can I be of service? I hate fighting, so I'd better let you pass!

[caption #1069]
Rusted shut.

[caption #1070]
Rust dissolved.

[caption #1071]
Oooooh_gurururu_

[caption #1072]
<A0>?

[caption #1073]
Ramuh: She's scared, you know.

[caption #1074]
[Who are you?]

[caption #1075]
Ramuh: This girl is your friend, I presume?

[caption #1076]
Is <A0> all right?

[caption #1077]
<A2>: Is Miss <A0> okay?

[caption #1078]
<A6>: Is <A0> okay?

[caption #1079]
<A11>: <A0>_she ok?

[caption #1080]
Ramuh: You call her <A0>_
_<A0>? How odd_

[caption #1081]
Ramuh: Her life is in no danger. She simply used a power she didn't know she had, and it overwhelmed her. <EOP>
Now her body won't listen to what she's telling it to do. As for me, I am the esper, Ramuh.

[caption #1082]
[You're an esper?!]

[caption #1083]
[But don't espers live in another world?]

[caption #1084]
<A6>: But don't espers live in another world?

[caption #1085]
<A11>: Espers_from other world?

[caption #1086]
Ramuh: That doesn't mean we can't live here, too. espers come in a variety of forms.<EOP>
My appearance is similar to yours, so I can live among you not worrying about anyone finding out the truth.

[caption #1087]
[Why do you hide the fact that you're an esper?]

[caption #1088]
<A11>: Why hide fact you esper?

[caption #1089]
Ramuh: Humans and espers can't coexist together.

[caption #1090]
<A1>: But my grandma told me that espers and people once lived side by side!<EOP>
Was that just a fairy tale?

[caption #1091]
[But grandmother once told me that espers and people once lived side by side. Was that just a fairy tale?]

[caption #1092]
[I heard that espers and people once lived side by side. Was that just a fairy tale_?]

[caption #1093]
<A11>: <A11> hear fairy tale. People_esper once live together peacefully_

[caption #1094]
Ramuh: No, that was no fairy tale. That was true. We started out as friends.<EOP>
Then along came the War of the Magi_

[caption #1095]
[War of the Magi_]

[caption #1096]
Ramuh: It took place_long ago. Espers fought humans who were infused with magical power extracted from espers_

[caption #1097]
Fearing our magical powers would once again become a target, we fashioned a new realm, and moved there.

[caption #1098]
About 20 years ago, humans stumbled upon it_humans who knew about espers, and the secrets to our powers. <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1099]
Thus, began a hunt for espers. Only in this way could Emperor Gestahl create his invincible army. <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1100]
In response to this, we erected a massive gate, and forced the humans out.

[caption #1101]
Ramuh: Even as we speak, many of my kind are trapped in the Empire's Magitek Research Facility, being_<EOP>
_drained of their powers_
I fled here to avoid a similar fate.

[caption #1102]
Ramuh: She seems to have calmed down a bit_

[caption #1103]
Ramuh: I had sensed that <A0> had lost control, and I summoned her here with my magic.<EOP>
She responded accordingly.

[caption #1104]
[<A0>'s_an esper?]

[caption #1105]
Ramuh: No, she's a bit different from us_

[caption #1106]
[<A0> looks like she's in pain.]<EOP>
Ramuh: Her very existence strikes fear into her own heart. It has made her uneasy.<EOP>
That is why she is suffering.

[caption #1107]
[How can we help her?]

[caption #1108]
Ramuh: When she accepts this aspect of herself, the fear and doubt should subside.

[caption #1109]
[We have to do something!]<EOP>
Ramuh: There are those of my kind imprisoned in Gestahl's Magitek Research Facility. One of them can surely help her.

[caption #1110]
[And if we can get inside the Magitek Research Facility, you're sure we'll find your people?]

[caption #1111]
<A6>: The Magitek Research Facility_? Your people are still there?!

[caption #1112]
<A11>: Magitek Research Facility_?
There_your people?

[caption #1113]
<A6>: Magitek Research Facility_
Your people are in there?

[caption #1114]
Ramuh: I escaped alone, leaving the others there and hid here like a coward. But I fear I can remain here no longer.

[caption #1115]
[What do you mean?]

[caption #1116]
Ramuh: Gestahl's methods are incorrect. You can't drain a live esper of all its power.<EOP>
It is only when we are reduced to Magicite that our abilities can be transferred in total_

[caption #1117]
[Pardon?!]<EOP>
Ramuh: I'm going to transform myself into Magicite so that I may lend you my strength.
[Magicite_?!]<EOP>
Ramuh: That's what's left of us when we_pass away.

[caption #1118]
Ramuh: These are my comrades who died while escaping the Empire. And I will give you my power, as well_

[caption #1119]
[Why would you do such a thing_?]

[caption #1120]
Ramuh: If our power is used for destruction, the skies will darken, and all life will fade from the earth_<EOP>
You must stop them. The War of the Magi must not be repeated_

[caption #1121]
[Old man_
Are you really gone_?]

[caption #1122]
<A3>: You old fool_ Why throw it all away?

[caption #1123]
<A2>: He is_gone_

[caption #1124]
<A6>: Ramuh_
Why_?

[caption #1125]
<A11>: Ra_muh_
You died_?

[caption #1126]
[Magicite_?]

[caption #1127]
[He gave up his life, just to grant us his power_]

[caption #1128]
<A2>: He gave up his life that he might help us_

[caption #1129]
<A6>: He gave up his own life just to help us_

[caption #1130]
<A11>: Awoooo_!

[caption #1131]
[<A0>_wait for us. We'll be back!]

[caption #1132]

     Received the Magicite
              [Ramuh.]

[caption #1133]

     Received the Magicite
              [Siren.]

[caption #1134]

     Received the Magicite
              [Kirin.]

[caption #1135]

     Received the Magicite
              [Cait Sith.]

[caption #1136]
[Everyone's here?
I was thinking_]<EOP>
<A4>: Let's talk on the way!

[caption #1137]
<A4>: The Empire's trying to drain magic from espers_ <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1138]
<A5>: This can't be true_<A6>_? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1139]
<A6>: I don't remember because I was asleep when they_augmented me.<EOP>
But_I've heard rumors to that effect.

[caption #1140]
<A2>: Then we are going in_<EOP>
<A4>: We'd best split into 2 groups.
We still need to beef up our defenses in Narshe.

[caption #1141]
<A2>: Indeed.

[caption #1142]
<A6>: I'll go to the Empire. I know it well_<EOP>
<A5>: But alone_?

[caption #1143]
<A1>: Don't worry, I'll go with her.

[caption #1144]
<A6>: <A1>!

[caption #1145]
<A2>: It may not hurt to have a few more people along.

[caption #1146]
<A1>: Please wait for us in Narshe. We'll find our way back safely.<EOP>
[If you wish to change group members, head for Narshe.]

[caption #1147]
<A3>: There's no need for me to remain with you.

[caption #1148]
<A6>: So_how we gonna get there? The Empire's on the continent to the south. They've closed down the harbors, so no ships sail there_<EOP>
<A1>: The wealthy aristocrats of Jidoor, a town to the south_
One of them might know a way in. They are rich, after all.

[caption #1149]
<A6>: <A1>.<EOP>
<A1>: Yes?
<A6>: Why are you coming with me?

[caption #1150]
<A1>: Well_There's the rumor about that legendary treasure being there and all_<EOP>
And besides, I've always wanted an inside look at the Empire!

[caption #1151]
No one's crazy enough to even dare go to the Imperial continent these days.

[caption #1152]
Only way to reach the Empire's by air. Of course you realize you'd need an airship!

[caption #1153]
There's only one airship in the world. It's owned by a gambler, or should I say pirate_?

[caption #1154]
The gambler always conducts his business pomp and pageantry.<EOP>
He's a big fan of the opera. Of course, I heard he only goes there to see the leading lady_

[caption #1155]
You're the spittin' image of Maria! Huh? Haven't heard of her? She's a famous opera singer!

[caption #1156]
Impresario: Maria?!

[caption #1157]
<A6>: Are you talking to me?

[caption #1158]
Impresario: Sorry_my mistake.
Wow, you could pass for Maria in a heartbeat! Hoo boy, now I really am in trouble_

[caption #1159]
<A6> looks just like Maria_?

[caption #1160]
That man must've dropped this_

[caption #1161]
Master: He's the director of the operas here. Everyone just calls him [Impresario.]<EOP>
He's been in a tizzy ever since that letter arrived.

[caption #1162]
<A1>: Who's this [Wandering What's-His-Name]?<EOP>
Master: You born on a farm, son?

[caption #1163]
That's <A9>, owner of the world's only airship, the [Blackjack].

[caption #1164]
A blackjack-playing,
world-traveling, casino-dwelling
free spirit who soars the skies
where he can do as he pleases_

[caption #1165]
My Dear Maria,
   I want to take you as my wife.
   I'm coming for you_
      -The Wandering Gambler

[caption #1166]
<A6>: If we could get that airship, we'd make the Empire in no time.<EOP>
<A1>: Let's set up a meeting_with <A9>_

[caption #1167]
The Opera House's closed.

[caption #1168]
Performance underway.

[caption #1169]
Impresario: Ah! You again!

[caption #1170]
<A1>: I read that letter. <A9>'s coming to steal her_<EOP>
Impresario: He'll probably appear right at the climax of Scene 1. He loves an entrance_

[caption #1171]
<A1>: Right! If we could only grab him then_!

[caption #1172]
Impresario: Dear me, NO! You'll ruin the performance! I'll lose my job!

[caption #1173]
<A6>: Then you're history!<EOP>
Impresario: This is simply horrid! I want the performance to be a success!<EOP>
But I don't want Maria to be abducted_!

[caption #1174]
<A1>: We'll let him grab her_

[caption #1175]
<A1>: We'll use <A6> as a decoy. After she's abducted, I'll follow 'em right to his airship!

[caption #1176]
Impresario: Are you mad?!
If something should happen to Maria_

[caption #1177]
<A1>: That's why the decoy! We'll hide Maria somewhere safe!<EOP>
Impresario: Come again?

[caption #1178]
<A1>: You said SHE looks like Maria, right?

[caption #1179]
<A6>: Now just a minute_

[caption #1180]
<A1>: <A6> will be our Maria! She'll lead us to the airship!

[caption #1181]
Impresario: Brilliant!

[caption #1182]
<A6>: W_wait! I'm a former GENERAL, not some opera floozy!

[caption #1183]
& Mii_ <D>Mii_ <D>
Do, re, mi_
Faa_*hack, cough*_ &<EOP>


& Maa_ <D>rii <D>aaaa &

[caption #1184]
<A1>: Not bad, <A6>!

[caption #1185]
Ultros: Mwa, ha, ha! Revenge will be mine! I'll pretend to be <A9> and foil their little plan!

[caption #1186]
<A1>: Let's get ready! <A6>, it's show time!

[caption #1187]
Ultros: D'haaaaa! Come on! Read it_!

[caption #1188]
The war among the East and West <E$18><OP$12>
Was growing worse by the day_ <E$18><OP$12><EOP>

Draco, a soldier from the West, <E$18><OP$12>
Thinks of his love, Maria, <E$18><OP$12>
Back at home_ <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1189]
& Oh <E$0A>Maria, <E$10><OP$12>Oh <E$0A>Maria <E$0E><OP$12>
   My beloved, <E$0D>do you hear <E$0D>
   My words whispered in your ear <E$17><OP$12>
   As if I were <E$13>by your side? & <E$1D><OP$12>

[caption #1190]
<A1>: I'm going to the dressing room.

[caption #1191]
<A4>: Go right ahead.

[caption #1192]
<A5>: Uh? Why's everyone singing?

[caption #1193]
<A2>: Going somewhere, sir?
I am going to relax!

[caption #1194]
<A11>: Pretty song!

[caption #1195]
Impresario: Is everything okay?

[caption #1196]
Impresario: Your friend left.
Said he'd have fallen asleep in another 5 minutes_

[caption #1197]
<A1>: Aye yai yai! Izzat_you?! Have you_always been that pretty?!

[caption #1198]
<A6>: <A1>. Why did you help me escape back there?<EOP>
<A1>: I_was not there to protect someone when she needed me_
I couldn't let that happen again_

[caption #1199]
<A6>: Somewhere inside you were saving_her_
Am I_ just her replacement?

[caption #1200]
<A1>: That ribbon_ It suits you.

[caption #1201]
<A6>: On with the show! This is a big scene in which Maria senses that something's happened to Draco!

[caption #1202]
<A1>: Don't make any more mistakes!

[caption #1203]
<A1>: You'd better check the score one last time.

[caption #1204]
Read the score?
<C> (Yes)
<C> (No)

[caption #1205]
Scene 1
Oh my hero, My beloved. Shall we still be made to part? <EOP>
Though promises of perennial love yet sing here in my heart_<EOP>
I'm the darkness, you're the starlight shining brightly from afar. <EOP>
Through hours of despair, I offer this prayer to you, my evening star.<EOP>
Must my final vows exchanged be with him and not with you? <EOP>
Were you only here to quiet my fear. Oh, Speak guide me anew!<EOP>
_here you pick up the flowers.
Climb the stairs to the balcony high atop the castle. Raise the flowers to the stars.<EOP>
(Hurry! You have just moments before Scene 2 starts!
       -The Impresario)<EOP>
Scene 2
__________

[caption #1206]
<A1>: Good luck_!

[caption #1207]
The Western armies were defeated,
Maria's castle captured by the East. <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
Forced to wed Prince Ralse,
Maria still thinks only of Draco
as she gazes at the stars at night_<E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1208]
The next line is_?
   <C>(Oh my hero_)
   <C>(Alas, Draco_)<D17>

[caption #1209]
& Oh <E$03>my <E$04>hero, <E$09>
   my beloved. <E$0C><OP$12>
   Shall we still be <E$0A>made to part, & <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
&  Though promises of <E$0D>
    perennial love <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>
   Yet sing here in my heart? & <E$08><OP$12>
   <C>(I wish I_)
   <C>(I'm the darkness) <D14>

[caption #1210]
& Alas, Draco!
   You're outta here! <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1211]
Something's wrong_eh?
<D>Oops_sorry!

[caption #1212]
& I'm the darkness, <E$0E>
   You're the starlight. <E$0B><OP$12>
   Shining brightly <E$08>from afar. & <E$11><OP$12><EOP>
&  Through hours of despair, <E$0A>
    I offer this prayer <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>
    To you, my evening star. & <E$08><OP$12>
    <C>(Must my_)
    <C>(Prince Ralse_) <D8>

[caption #1213]
& I wish I_uh? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1214]
& Must my final <E$0A>
   vows exchanged <E$0B><OP$12>
   be with him <E$09>and not with you? & <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
&  Were you only here <E$0A>
    to quiet my fear. <E$0C><OP$12>
    Oh speak! <E$06>Guide me <E$03>anew! & <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1215]
& Prince Ralse_yeah, so?
   I hate him! <D>Everyone does. <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1216]
Uhnn_not in time_
We messed up.

[caption #1217]
&  I am thankful, <E$0B>
    My beloved <E$0B><OP$12>
    For your tenderness<E$0B>
    and grace. & <E$0D><OP$12><EOP>
&  I see in your eyes, <E$0B>
    So gentle and wise, <E$0B><OP$12>
    All doubts and fears erased! & <E$13><OP$12>


[caption #1218]
&  Though the hours <E$0B>
    take no notice <E$0B><OP$12>
    Of what fate <E$07>
    might have in <E$06>store, & <E$0B><OP$12><EOP>
&  Our love, come what may, <E$0A>
    Will never age a day. <E$0B><OP$12>
    I'll wait <E$07>forever<E$04>more! & <E$0D><OP$12>

[caption #1219]
Draco: Come, Maria! Dance with me_

[caption #1220]
Draco: Ha, ha, ha_

[caption #1221]
Chancellor: Prince Ralse is looking for his dance partner. <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
Please, leave the past behind!
Our kingdom is part of the East now_ <E$10><OP$12>


[caption #1222]
<A1>: Well done, <A6>.

[caption #1223]
I owe you one, so I'm gonna jam up your opera!
                     -Ultros

[caption #1224]
<A1>: Uh oh_
Better tell the Impresario!

[caption #1225]
<A1>: Again!

[caption #1226]
Impresario: What?!!!

[caption #1227]
[The Western survivors attack!]
Ralse: Impossible! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #1228]
       Attack!! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #1229]
       Wait!! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #1230]
& Maria! <E$12><OP$12>

[caption #1231]
& Oh, Draco! <E$0C><OP$12>
   I knew you would <E$06><OP$12>
   Come for me, my love. & <E$11><OP$12>

[caption #1232]
& Insolent rogue! <E$06><OP$12>
   Knave of the Western horde! <E$05><OP$12>
   You would address my <E$05><OP$12>
   queen to be, Maria? & <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #1233]
& Never shall <E$07><OP$12>
   you have Maria's hand! <E$09><OP$12>
   I would die before <E$08><OP$12>
   that day <E$02><OP$12>comes! & <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #1234]
Then it's a duel! & <E$0D><OP$12>

[caption #1235]
<A1>: Impresario, what's up above the stage?

[caption #1236]
Impresario: But how might he disrupt the opera?<EOP>
_With that?!

[caption #1237]
<A1>: That has to be a joke!

[caption #1238]
Ultros: Mwa ha ha!
Let's see if Maria can shrug THIS off!

[caption #1239]
<A1>: We haven't a second to lose!<EOP>
Impresario: Talk to the man in the room to the far right! He'll help you get up there!<EOP>
<A1>: It's as good as done!

[caption #1240]
Ultros: N'ghaaa!
This is heavier than I thought! It'll take me 5 minutes to drop it!

[caption #1241]
Ultros: N'ghooo!
And it only weighs 4 tons_!

[caption #1242]
Ultros: Phew! Rats!

[caption #1243]
Impresario: Disaster! If the two heroes are flattened, the opera's over! Then who'll win the girl?!

[caption #1244]
<A1>: Neither Draco nor Ralse will save <A6>!

[caption #1245]
<A1>: I, <A1>, the world's premier adventurer, will save her!

[caption #1246]
Impresario: Aiyah_!
What awful acting!

[caption #1247]
Ultros: Silence! You are in the presence of octopus royalty! A lowborn thug like you could never defeat me!

[caption #1248]
Impresario: Hmm_Might as well make the most of this. MUSIC!!

[caption #1249]
Just a darn minute!

[caption #1250]
Bravo! What a performance!

[caption #1251]
Impresario: <A9>!<EOP>
<A9>: I'm a man of my word, music man! I'm taking Maria!!

[caption #1252]
<A6>: That's HIM_?!

[caption #1253]
Impresario: What a reversal!
Thinking she's <A1>'s new queen, Maria is instead nabbed by <A9>!<EOP>
What fate lies in store for her? Stay tuned for Part 2!

[caption #1254]
Impresario: Sorry, but yesterday's performance was awful! I'll give you just 3 more chances!

[caption #1255]
Impresario: You have 2 more chances.

[caption #1256]
Impresario: You have 1 more chance.

[caption #1257]
Impresario: We're all in this together!

[caption #1258]
You don't have enough acting ability to convince your own mama!

[caption #1259]
Stage Master: Off limits!
Please turn around.

[caption #1260]
Stage Master: The Impresario asked me to have you press the far-right switch.

[caption #1261]
Stage Master: Don't press the wrong switch, or_

[caption #1262]
Stage Master: Enter the room to the far left of the stage, then make for the rafters above the stage.

[caption #1263]
Ultros: N'ghaa, ha, ha!
Geronimooooo!

[caption #1264]
<A9>: I'll deal with you in a minute!

[caption #1265]
<A1>: What a performance, <A6>!
<A6>: Enough already!

[caption #1266]
<A1>: But now the real show begins! It's time for Act 2!

[caption #1267]
<A1>: _
Where's <A9>?

[caption #1268]
<A6>: He's coming.

[caption #1269]
<A9>: Wh-who're YOU?
You're not Maria!

[caption #1270]
<A6>: <A9>, we need your help. We have to go to Vector. We need this ship to get there.

[caption #1271]
<A9>: Look, if you're not Maria, I don't want you aboard.

[caption #1272]
<A6>: Wait! <D> We were told your ship is the finest vessel in the world.

[caption #1273]
<A1>: And that you were the world's most notorious gambler_

[caption #1274]
<A4>: I'm the King of Figaro. If you cooperate, you'll be well rewarded_

[caption #1275]
<A5>: My brother's the King of Figaro. Cooperate, and you'll be well rewarded!

[caption #1276]
<A2>: I am a warrior of Doma. I implore you to help us.

[caption #1277]
<A9>: Come here.

[caption #1278]
<A6>: Yeah_ <D><EOP>
<A9>: Don't misunderstand me. I'm still not sure if I'm going to help you.

[caption #1279]
<A9>: Mmm_Thanks to the Empire, business has been awfully slow lately.

[caption #1280]
<A6>: It's not just you. Many towns and villages have been smashed by the Empire.

[caption #1281]
<A1>: The Empire's also totally rotten! It's using magic to enslave the world.

[caption #1282]
<A4>: The Empire and my kingdom were allies_until recently.

[caption #1283]
<A5>: The Empire'll end up owning you!

[caption #1284]
<A2>: _I too have lost friends_
and my family_

[caption #1285]
<A9>: The Empire <D>_evil_?

[caption #1286]
<A6>: We all hate the Empire for the same reasons. That's why_<EOP>
<A9>: You know_you're even more stunning than Maria.<EOP>
<A6>: Huh?

[caption #1287]
<A9>: Enough!<EOP>
If you_If <A6> becomes my wife, I'll help. Otherwise_

[caption #1288]
<A1>: WHAT?! Are you crazy?!

[caption #1289]
<A6>: We haven't any choice.

[caption #1290]
<A9>: Yes! It's settled!

[caption #1291]
<A6>: But I have conditions_

[caption #1292]
We'll decide with a coin toss.<EOP>
If it's heads, you'll help us. If it's tails, I'm yours.
Well, Mr. Gambler_?

[caption #1293]
<A9>: Oho! Fine! I accept!

[caption #1294]
<A1>: Listen to yourself! <A6>_you can't become his wife! You just can't!

[caption #1295]
<A2>: There is no telling what manner of dishonorable thing he might do to thee_

[caption #1296]
<A6>: Ready?

[caption #1297]
<A6>: Heads_I win! Now, honor your part of the bargain!

[caption #1298]
<A9>: How_unusual!
A coin with identical sides_!

[caption #1299]
<A6>: I think you've been hustled, Mr. Gambler. But that's part of the game, now isn't it?

[caption #1300]
<A9>: Ha! How low can you get?!
I love it!<EOP>
All right, I'll help you. Gambling against the Empire, huh?
Nothing to lose but my life_

[caption #1301]
I haven't felt so excited in years! My life is a chip in your pile! Ante up!

[caption #1302]
G'ho! Customers! Need any refreshment?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1303]

    Locked_

[caption #1304]

Can't open or shut during flight!

[caption #1305]
<A5>: That coin_?! <D>
BIG BROTHER!!! Don't tell me_!

[caption #1306]
<A1>: This unwieldy-looking ship really moves! You sure it'll stay in the air?

[caption #1307]
<A9>: When things fall, they fall!
Life's a game of chance_
<D>It's all a matter of fate_

[caption #1308]
<A1>: This ship's going to stick out like a sore thumb. Better land some distance away.<EOP>
<A9>: Right. I'll wait on board in case of an emergency.

[caption #1309]
<A9>: What's going on? The Empire's becoming paranoid!

[caption #1310]
<A9>: I'll have to repair the airship. Go scout around and let me know what's happening.

[caption #1311]
<A9>: Repairs aren't finished yet. You'd better take the boat from Albrook.

[caption #1312]
<A9>: By all means! <D>
Take a turn at the wheel!

[caption #1313]
Operating instructions:

[caption #1314]
Control Pad:
L/R = direction
Up/down = Altitude<EOP>
Press the A Button to move forward. Press the X Button to go amidships. There you can change your party,<EOP>
or purchase items.
Press the B Button to land.
Press the A Button to lift off.

[caption #1315]
All right?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1316]
Shall I teach you a technique, too?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1317]
Press the Start Button to view the world map.<EOP>
Hold the Y Button down and use the Control Pad to move in all directions.<EOP>
Use the L and R Buttons with the Control Pad for high speed turns.

[caption #1318]
<C> (Find the Floating Continent)
<C> (Lift-off)
<C> (Not just yet)

[caption #1319]
Change party members?
<C> No
<C> Yes

[caption #1320]

   Only 3 members, please.

[caption #1321]
<C>(Lift-off)
<C>(Not just yet)

[caption #1322]
<A1>: Let's not overstay our visit. We're outta here on the double!

[caption #1323]
<A9>: Right. <D>Speaking of which_ Maybe we should be leaving.

[caption #1324]
<A2>: Whoa!
What IS that, sirs?!

[caption #1325]
<A4>: Something horrible's coming!

[caption #1326]
<A5>: Uwaaoo!
What in the_?

[caption #1327]
<A11>: Gau!
<A11> go!!

[caption #1328]
Ugly brute_Better make tracks!

[caption #1329]
Pledge your allegiance to the Empire?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1330]
What?!

[caption #1331]
Fine.

[caption #1332]
Magitek Research Facility.
No Entry!

[caption #1333]
Cid, the director of Magitek research, is a genius! He gave my child the gift of Cure magic!

[caption #1334]
Hey, YOU! <E$01>_ <E$01>_ <E$01>
You're Returners!!

[caption #1335]
Peaceful times are here_

[caption #1336]
And_CURE!!!

[caption #1337]
General Leo's a good man.
Compared to him, Kefka's a_ <D>
Oh! What am I saying?!

[caption #1338]
Tzen_Maranda_Albrook_
They're all controlled by the Empire. It's all because of the Returners_

[caption #1339]
You're Returners?

[caption #1340]
Not a problem by me. Shall I tell you something neat?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1341]
All the soldiers in the Magitek Research Facility can use magic! That Prof. Cid is truly a genius!

[caption #1342]
Here's one for you_ <D>
That guy Kefka? He was one of Cid's first experimental Magitek Knights.<EOP>
He gained extraordinary magic power, but the process wasn't perfected yet. Something in Kefka's mind snapped that day_!

[caption #1343]
General Leo refused a Magitek infusion! He's a warrior's warrior!

[caption #1344]
General <A6> turned traitor! Why? The other side's sure to lose!

[caption #1345]
Your friends_They went to the Pub.

[caption #1346]
Banon: What happened here_?!<EOP>
__!!
Did the espers do this?! No, they couldn't have_!!

[caption #1347]
Arvis: It was like this when we got here.

[caption #1348]
Returner: What the hell_?

[caption #1349]
Banon: Could Gestahl have meant such a thing? Team up with the Empire to track down an esper_ <D> Hmm_

[caption #1350]
Arvis: Makes sense.
Can't just forget about espers_

[caption #1351]
Returner: The war_It's over_right?

[caption #1352]
Narshe Guard: We didn't have to do a thing! The Empire's troops just ran away in terror!

[caption #1353]
Narshe Guard: What's going on?

[caption #1354]
Is it true they extract magic from monsters inside the facility?

[caption #1355]
Shh! I'm a Returner sympathizer!
I've heard of you!

[caption #1356]
While I distract the soldiers, climb onto the steel tower from this box, and enter the facility!

[caption #1357]
All ready?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1358]
Who goes there?! This is off-limits!

[caption #1359]
Man: I_I'm gonna be sick!
Soldier: Get outta here!

[caption #1360]
Man: Urghh_Gonna <E$01>throw <E$01>up <E$01>now_ <E$01>
Soldier: Hey_

[caption #1361]
Phew!

[caption #1362]
Right_
I'm sure you can do it!

[caption #1363]
Young people_Hang in there!

[caption #1364]
That was close_

[caption #1365]
Soldier: Returner scum!

[caption #1366]
Guess I'll stay here and volunteer to be a soldier_

[caption #1367]
In the army that destroyed our village? What about your promise to begin anew in Maranda?

[caption #1368]
It's on the house.
Have a snooze!
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1369]
1000 Gil stolen!

[caption #1370]
Nee, hee, hee, hee, hee!

[caption #1371]
Kefka: I'm an all-powerful god!
Hee, hee, haw!
I'm collecting espers!
I'm extracting magic!<EOP>
And_ <D>_ <D>_ <D>
I'll revive the_Warring Triad!

[caption #1372]
Kefka: You've been completely drained of your powers!
Now you're useless to me!

[caption #1373]
Kefka: And you! Take a hike!

[caption #1374]
Ifrit: Hmmm_
Shiva: Well, Ramuh DID entrust them with his power.

[caption #1375]
Ifrit: Gestahl has captured our friends and is draining them all of their powers.<EOP>
I, too, suffered my turn in one of the glass tubes_

[caption #1376]
Shiva: They drained our powers, then threw us away to die_
We haven't long to live_

[caption #1377]
We and Ramuh are siblings, each of us born with a different elemental power.<EOP>
If Ramuh trusts you, then we will follow his lead, and give to you our power_

[caption #1378]
Our friends, they too_
don't have much time left_
I'm sure they will lend you their strength as well_

[caption #1379]

     Received the Magicite
              [Ifrit.]

[caption #1380]

     Received the Magicite
              [Shiva.]

[caption #1381]
Esper: You want to help me_
But_ <D>I haven't long to live.
Just as Ifrit did before me,
I'll give to you my power_

[caption #1382]
Cid: What are you doing there?

[caption #1383]
Cid: W_what's this?!

[caption #1384]
Cid: So_esper magical power can only truly be transferred when one of them passes away_<EOP>
The power contained in these stones is far greater than what we could ever hope to extract_

[caption #1385]

     Received Magicite!

[caption #1386]
<A6>: Professor Cid.<EOP>
Cid: General <A6>! And who might these dubious characters be? Your troops?

[caption #1387]
<A6>: No_You see_<EOP>
Cid: Can it be true that you came here as a spy, seeking to cause an uprising?!

[caption #1388]
Kefka: <A6>! W_what are you doing? Stop it!!!

[caption #1389]
<A1>: Huh?! <A6>_?

[caption #1390]
Kefka: So that's it! Magicite_
Cid, you miserable blockhead! Now_

[caption #1391]
Kefka: General <A6>!!
<D> The game's over. Bring me those Magicite shards!

[caption #1392]
<A1>: <A6>! You_deceived us?!
<A6>: Of course not! Have a little faith!

[caption #1393]
<A2>: See! I knew she could not be trusted!

[caption #1394]
Kefka: G'hee, hee, hee!
She has tricked you all!
<A6>, that's so_YOU!

[caption #1395]
<A6>: <A1>_Please believe me_<EOP>
<A1>: I_ <D>_ <D>_

[caption #1396]
Kefka: NOW!

[caption #1397]
Kefka: Exterminate all of them!

[caption #1398]
<A6>: <A1>_ <D>Let me protect you for once_ <D>Maybe now_ <D>Now you'll believe me_

[caption #1399]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1400]
Cid: *hack*_ *cough*_
What happened?

[caption #1401]
Cid: Oh, no! This is a disaster! <EOP>
That blast reversed the energy flow in the capsules! We need to get out of here!

[caption #1402]
Cid: Quick! Over here!

[caption #1403]
Cid: Kefka has used me_
used the Empire.
What have I done_?

[caption #1404]
Cid: The life-energy of those espers_

[caption #1405]
Cid: You've helped me come to a decision. I'm going to talk to the Emperor and have this stupid war stopped!

[caption #1406]
Cid: <A6>_I've known her since she was a baby. I raised her as if she was my own daughter!<EOP>
But I did an awful thing by forcing her to become a Magitek Knight_<EOP>
If I could only talk to her_I'd apologize for all of my mistakes.

[caption #1407]
Cid: No! It's Kefka!

[caption #1408]
Cid: GO!!

[caption #1409]
<A9>: You took a while_ I was starting to worry_

[caption #1410]
<A9>: Huh? Where's <A6>?
<A1>: __

[caption #1411]
<A9>: Huh?

[caption #1412]
Kefka: Crap!
What a mess!

[caption #1413]
<A9>: We'll talk later. Let's get outta here!

[caption #1414]
Kefka: I don't think so! You won't get away!

[caption #1415]
<A1>: I'm worried about <A0>. Let's return to Zozo.

[caption #1416]
<A9>: <A0>? Who's that?<EOP>
<A1>: I'll explain on the way_
_about <A0>_espers_the Returners_

[caption #1417]
<A0>: Father_?

[caption #1418]
We're all here_

[caption #1419]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #1420]
<A1>: Magicite!

[caption #1421]
<A0>: I remember now_
I was born in the Esper World.

[caption #1422]
<A0>: I remember now_
I was born in the Esper World.

[caption #1423]


     The Esper World_ <E$12><OP$12>

[caption #1424]
Maduin: Hey!
Pull yourself together_!
Wait, is this a_?<EOP>
What will you do?
<C>(Return together.)
<C>(Leave her here.)

[caption #1425]
She's pretty weak. Better let her rest for a while.

[caption #1426]
Elder: Did I hear there was a human here?<EOP>
Maduin: Probably_
_wandered in here by mistake.

[caption #1427]
Elder: This evening is an ill omen_

[caption #1428]
You okay, Maduin?

[caption #1429]
We should kill her right away. Humans and espers cannot coexist_

[caption #1430]
You're the Gate Keeper, Maduin?

[caption #1431]
Everyone here's feeling uneasy.

[caption #1432]
You just want to peer into the human realm beyond the north gate, eh, Maduin?

[caption #1433]
Why'd you bring that_thing here?

[caption #1434]
Strong winds_
Be careful, Maduin.

[caption #1435]
The link between worlds has surely weakened over the past 1000 years.

[caption #1436]
You okay Maduin?

[caption #1437]
Do you even realize what you've done?

[caption #1438]
Elder's orders_No one passes through the gate.

[caption #1439]
Emergency! Something's coming through the gate!

[caption #1440]
They say a human girl's here_

[caption #1441]
__

[caption #1442]
__

[caption #1443]
Maduin: Did I awaken you?

[caption #1444]
Young Woman: You're_an esper?
Why am I wearing this pendant?

[caption #1445]
Maduin: Ah! A gift! It's_yours now!
It's a charm here in the Esper World.<EOP>
Young Woman: Esper World_
So, this is where I ended up.<EOP>
Maduin: The esper folk are at a loss as to how a human came to our world_<EOP>
Young Woman: You're the one who_saved me, right?

[caption #1446]
Madeline: I am Madeline.
I was sick of living in the human world_<EOP>
That world is filled with desire, greed and loathing_so I wandered into the storm, and I ended up here_

[caption #1447]
Maduin: They say espers and humans cannot coexist_

[caption #1448]
Madeline: So_I'm not wanted here, right?<EOP>
Maduin: No, I mean_

[caption #1449]
Madeline: I'll return to my world tomorrow!
Maduin: You'll need a guide.

[caption #1450]
Elder: That human already left. I wonder if she'll be all right without a guide?

[caption #1451]
If this generation of humans knew about our abilities_And decided they wanted to utilize our powers_<EOP>
It would be a total disaster!

[caption #1452]
A human girl made it all the way to the gate!

[caption #1453]
Why has this happened now after all these years?

[caption #1454]
Young Esper: What's wrong, Maduin?

[caption #1455]
Maduin: If you don't want to return to your world, you may stay here.<EOP>
Madeline: But humans and espers cannot coexist_!

[caption #1456]
Maduin: How do we know for sure unless we find out for ourselves?

[caption #1457]

    How do we know_

[caption #1458]

        _unless we_

[caption #1459]

   _find out for ourselves_?

[caption #1460]
Maduin: I've chosen her name_
Madeline: What is it?<EOP>
Maduin: It's <A0>. Beautiful, isn't it?

[caption #1461]

      Two years later_

[caption #1462]
Humans!!!!! The nexus between our worlds has opened again!! The wind_
so odd_just like two years ago_

[caption #1463]
But this is different than when Madeline came_Troops have come seeking our magical power.

[caption #1464]
Blast it! They've made it as far as the Elder's house!

[caption #1465]
Gestahl: Aha! We've finally found it!<EOP>
Those ancient writings told us of this world and described the awesome magical properties of these beasts!

[caption #1466]
Gestahl: Grab them! Riches to any man who captures an esper! GO!

[caption #1467]
Elder: We've no choice_
We must do what we've been avoiding_<EOP>
Maduin: You mean_the magic barrier?

[caption #1468]
It's dangerous out there!

[caption #1469]
Soon the humans will arrive!

[caption #1470]
Madeline: <A0>'s all right.

[caption #1471]
Elder: Here's the plan. We'll cause a tempest that'll sweep all the nasty creatures out of our realm.<EOP>
Then we'll seal the gate_I am the last of our kind able to cast this magical seal.

[caption #1472]
Maduin: But at your age, it might_kill you!<EOP>
Elder: _I may not survive. And without me, you'll never again be able to open the gate, but at least you'll be safe! <EOP>
Maduin: Madeline__

[caption #1473]
Madeline: I, for one, will not miss the other side_

[caption #1474]
Elder: Let's do it. We have no other choice.

[caption #1475]
Wolf: This is all because of that human girl!<EOP>
Maduin: Nonsense!<EOP>
Wolf: I'm sure she helped the others find us!

[caption #1476]
Maduin: Stop that right now!<EOP>
Wolf: No! She's the same as them!
Using us from within!

[caption #1477]
Maduin: Damn it! Madeline_

[caption #1478]
Madeline took <A0> with her!

[caption #1479]
Elder: Where are you going?!
*D'goh!*
Maduin: It's Madeline. She_!<EOP>
Elder: Impossible! It's too late! I've already begun casting the barrier. There's no turning back!<EOP>
Maduin: I don't CARE_

[caption #1480]
Maduin: Madeline!

[caption #1481]
<A0>!!!

[caption #1482]
Madeline: Maduin_I'm not one of them_<EOP>
Maduin: I know that!<EOP>
Madeline: Thank you_
Maduin: Will you come back home with me?<EOP>
Madeline: Yes_

[caption #1483]
Gestahl: Shriek!!! Just when we were in reach of a veritable bonanza_!

[caption #1484]
Soldier: W-w-we're being sucked out!

[caption #1485]
Gestahl: Oh? Look what popped out!
A_human girl?
<D>Th_ <D>This child is_?

[caption #1486]
Madeline: Please_don't touch_my baby_<EOP>
Gestahl: YOURS?! Eh?! Hmmm_Then she's half human and half_esper.
<D>How absolutely fascinating!<EOP>
Gestahl: Mwa, ha, ha_Seems my dream of an Empire will come faster than I ever imagined!

[caption #1487]
Madeline: N_noooo!!!
Gestahl: Hush, my dear!!

[caption #1488]
Gestahl: We will own this world!
Ha, ha, ha_

[caption #1489]
Maduin: Madeli--ne!!

[caption #1490]
<A0>: Father, is that you_?

[caption #1491]
<A0>: I'm the daughter of an esper and a human. That's where I got my powers_<EOP>
Now I understand_I finally feel I can begin to control this power of mine as long as I only use it in short bursts.

[caption #1492]
<A4>: So Gestahl must've known the secret of the espers' power back then.<EOP>
<A1>: And those espers at the facility were grabbed during that expedition!<EOP>
That means <A6>'s power came__
at the expense of an esper_

[caption #1493]
<A5>: They can't get away with this! We have to strike back!

[caption #1494]
<A0>: What's happening in Narshe?<EOP>
<A1>: Hmm_Maybe we should head back that way.

[caption #1495]
<A9>: The airship's ready!

[caption #1496]
<A0>: Let's go!

[caption #1497]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       7 dragons remain.

[caption #1498]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       6 dragons remain.

[caption #1499]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       5 dragons remain.

[caption #1500]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       4 dragons remain.

[caption #1501]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       3 dragons remain.

[caption #1502]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       2 dragons remain.

[caption #1503]
       8 Legendary Dragons -
       1 dragon remaining

[caption #1504]
     All 8 Dragons Defeated_<EOP>
    The Dragon Seal is broken!!

[caption #1505]

     Received the Magicite
              [Crusader]!!

[caption #1506]
Duncan: Look out! Move! *Cough*_*wheeze*_Damn this old body_Hey_you deaf?

[caption #1507]
<A5>: Master!

[caption #1508]
Duncan: Wa, ha, ha_Why the surprised face? Did you think I_died or something?

[caption #1509]
<A5>: Master Duncan_I'm so glad you're safe!!!

[caption #1510]
Duncan: Whoa?! <A5>, are you crying?!

[caption #1511]
Duncan: Wa, ha, ha_ Did you think a little thing like the end of the world was gonna do me in?! <EOP>
The earth tried to swallow me up once or twice, but I just pried its jaws open and climbed back out!

[caption #1512]
Duncan: <A5>! The time has come to complete your training. You will be able to smash Kefka with my ultimate technique!

[caption #1513]
Put 'em up!

[caption #1514]
I call this the [Bum Rush]!!

[caption #1515]
Duncan: Go!
Rip Kefka apart!

[caption #1516]
I've been waiting for you! <D>
I wanted to give you this.

[caption #1517]
Duncan: *Cough*_*wheeze*_ <D>
Don't worry about me! Go!
Destroy Kefka!

[caption #1518]
I ran a Weapon Shop for 70 years,
but I've never felt a power like I feel in this stone.<EOP>
If I melted it, and forged a sword, it'd be powerful!<EOP>
Well? Make this stone into a sword?
<C> Leave it the stone [Ragnarok]
<C> Make it the sword [Ragnarok]

[caption #1519]
Right.

[caption #1520]
I'll stay here. Narshe is my home.

[caption #1521]
*Cough*_Take_this_

[caption #1522]
[Cursed Shield]_If we could break its curse_Imagine its defensive power!

[caption #1523]
What's with this carving? Looks like bone_<EOP>
Something_in that eye_
_ <D>Magicite?!

[caption #1524]
Remove the Magicite from the eye of the carving?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1525]

     Received the Magicite
              [Midgardsormr]

[caption #1526]
Ooh_

[caption #1527]
<A10>: I'm your boss, kupo! You're gonna join us, kupo!!!

[caption #1528]
Admirer of bone-carvings,
as strong as a gigas,
a yeti pal with muscle!

[caption #1529]
Ooh_me <A13>_Yes, boss_
Me join you!<EOP>
<A10>: <A13>! No slouching now, kupo!

[caption #1530]
Ooo_me wait for you in big airship!

[caption #1531]
This Magicite can be yours for 10000 Gil.
<C> (Buy it.)
<C> (Don't want it.)

[caption #1532]
This Magicite can be yours for 50000 Gil.
<C> (Buy it.)
<C> (Don't want it.)

[caption #1533]

     Received the Magicite
              [Quetzalli.]

[caption #1534]

     Received the Magicite
              [Midgardsomr.]

[caption #1535]


[caption #1536]
He won't stop asking me to marry him!

[caption #1537]
Aisha, my love!

[caption #1538]
Why'd I have to get stuck guarding a town way out in the boondocks?<EOP>
How am I supposed to get a promotion now?

[caption #1539]
Fight! Fight!

[caption #1540]
My dog's the fiercest!

[caption #1541]
Place all bets here!

[caption #1542]
Yeah! Get 'im!

[caption #1543]
In a backwater town like this, it is our only means of recreation.

[caption #1544]
Maranda used to be this continent's most beautiful town! Look what the Empire's done to it!

[caption #1545]
My son's being forced to serve in the Empire's army_I hope he comes home safely_

[caption #1546]
These troopers are crazy! How long can things keep going on like this?

[caption #1547]
Tzen and Albrook, too, fell to the Empire.

[caption #1548]
200 Gil per night!
Need a rest?
<C> Sure
<C> Nope

[caption #1549]
Hee, hee_This town is ours to play with!

[caption #1550]
We must begin to rebuild!

[caption #1551]
That boy forced to serve as a soldier has returned!

[caption #1552]
When peace was reached, the soldiers left our town.

[caption #1553]
The Imperial troopers are gone! Let's dance! Let's sing!

[caption #1554]
I was forced into the Empire's army. They made me do some awful things_

[caption #1555]
I feel a little down_

[caption #1556]
Most of the town's youths were led off to serve as Imperial troopers.

[caption #1557]
Our poor kids'll be back soon, won't they?

[caption #1558]
I heard there's a huge gate deep inside a cave to the east.

[caption #1559]
Time to put Tzen back together!

[caption #1560]
Our royal family was slaughtered by the Empire.

[caption #1561]
Thanks to you people, peace has been achieved!

[caption #1562]
Some friendly advice! There's
an Imperial weapon called the
Guardian. It can't move, but it's
ridiculously powerful. <EOP>
Run, if you meet it!

[caption #1563]
The world seems to be getting back to normal_

[caption #1564]
Mom says I'm not s'posed to play
outside 'cause it's dangerous!

[caption #1565]
Waaah! I wanna play outside!

[caption #1566]
Where's that boy of mine? I told
him not to play outside because
it's dangerous with all these
soldiers around_

[caption #1567]
The Imperial troopers are gone. Now we can live in peace.

[caption #1568]
Oh, NO! <D> Whew_don't SCARE people
like that! I thought that you were
a trooper!<EOP>
A while ago someone broke into the
Magitek Research Facility, and raised
a ruckus! I took the opportunity to
grab this.<EOP>
For 3000 Gil this glowing stone's yours.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1569]
The world's going to hell in a
handbasket_just look at this
weird stone!<EOP>
If you want it, just give me 10 Gil.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1570]
Got any juicy gossip?!

[caption #1571]

     Received the Magicite
              [Seraph.]

[caption #1572]
The Empire will hang anyone who opposes it.

[caption #1573]
Three cheers for the Empire!

[caption #1574]
You're in the way! Git!

[caption #1575]
Everything belongs to the Empire!

[caption #1576]
Mess with the Empire and_!

[caption #1577]
350 Gil per night!
Rest a while?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1578]
This is Albrook, the occupied city_

[caption #1579]
Business has been picking back up in the port! Maybe the economy will make a recovery!

[caption #1580]
How could an island float in the sky?!

[caption #1581]
They say there's something valuable to the east_The Empire built a base there, and no one may enter.

[caption #1582]
I heard some espers flew outta the mountains near the base and thrashed the troopers there!

[caption #1583]
Yeah, thanks to that flying island, this town was shrouded in darkness!

[caption #1584]
We have to bribe the troopers to do business here_

[caption #1585]
And they're such TIGHTWADS! They're raking in the cash!

[caption #1586]
Wouldn't want to be in their shoes, though!

[caption #1587]
People're disappearing, islands are flying_I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #1588]
Vector, capital of the Empire, is at the center of this continent.

[caption #1589]
You'll find some good weapons and items in Tzen and Maranda.

[caption #1590]
Some strange guy's tryin' to sell glowing stones_When I wouldn't take one, he said he was going to Tzen.

[caption #1591]
I'm a scholar of magic. Monsters on this continent are only weak to magical power.

[caption #1592]
I found this in a 1000 year-old text:
8 dragons seal away an awesome power.<EOP>
Its name is Crusader_Defeat these dragons, and its power can be released_

[caption #1593]
I'm a scholar of weapons. A thousand years ago, during the War of the Magi, two so-called Ultima Weapons existed.<EOP>
One changed a person's power into a sword, the other was a terrifying monster, bred for mass destruction.

[caption #1594]
The harbor is off-limits!

[caption #1595]
Ah_welcome! Tee hee!

[caption #1596]
Hey_you're not of the Empire!
Get outta here!

[caption #1597]
In any case, you're probably broke!

[caption #1598]
Ahaaa_I shink I hadda bit too drunch to mink_ *hic*_

[caption #1599]
Look out if you're caught working with the Returners.

[caption #1600]
Now maybe we can get on with our lives.

[caption #1601]
I heard that espers attacked the Empire_

[caption #1602]
All's well!

[caption #1603]
Is the war really over_?

[caption #1604]
Nuts! These soldiers are absolutely insane! They've taken over my pub!

[caption #1605]
This pub is like an Imperial soldiers' dormitory!

[caption #1606]
Since the soldiers are leaving, business has completely dried up! Oops_better keep my mouth shut.

[caption #1607]
Yeah, baby! Wh-Whew!

[caption #1608]
300 Gil if you wanna stay.
How 'bout it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1609]
General Leo told us about you.
By all means_

[caption #1610]
You look tired!
100 Gil for a snooze.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1611]
We've been waiting for you.
This way, please_

[caption #1612]
Banon: Oh, you're here! The people of Narshe have finally decided to battle the Empire.<EOP>
How did it go at Vector_?

[caption #1613]
Arvis: I see_ We'd been trying to work out a plan that would combine Narshe's resources with Figaro's machinery to storm the Empire_<EOP>
_not enough manpower, though_

[caption #1614]
Banon: We have to open the Sealed Gate_

[caption #1615]
<A0>: To the Esper World_?

[caption #1616]
Arvis: We'll never beat the Empire without them.

[caption #1617]
Banon: When the gate has been opened, the espers can attack from the east.<EOP>
We'll storm in at the same time, from the north.

[caption #1618]
Banon: We MUST get the espers to understand.<EOP>
We have to establish a bond of trust between humans and espers. Only one person can do this_

[caption #1619]
Half human, half esper_ My mere existence is proof that such a bond CAN exist_

[caption #1620]
<A0>_

[caption #1621]
<A0>: I'll do it.
I'm the only one who can!

[caption #1622]
<A0>?!

[caption #1623]
No way around it.

[caption #1624]
Narshe's Elder: Our battle lies before us. We must make ourselves ready.

[caption #1625]
Banon: Get the espers to understand, and we can bring this war to a screeching halt.<EOP>
<A0>_I know you can do this_

[caption #1626]
Arvis: The Sealed Gate stands at the eastern edge of the Empire.<EOP>
There's a base there, but somehow, we'll have to slip through_

[caption #1627]
<A1>: The Sealed Gate_
Can you sense anything, <A0>?

[caption #1628]
<A0>: __

[caption #1629]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #1630]
The espers wouldn't give us the time of day without_<A0>_

[caption #1631]
<A0>: I can do it_But why do I feel so uneasy?

[caption #1632]
That's odd_<EOP>
No Imperial soldiers_

[caption #1633]

      Chucked out_!

[caption #1634]
<A0>: Let's get this over with.

[caption #1635]
<A0>: __

[caption #1636]
This is the Sealed Gate_

[caption #1637]
<A1>: Beyond is the Esper World_

[caption #1638]
<A2>: Such an eerie place_

[caption #1639]
<A4>: From here on, it's all up to <A0>_

[caption #1640]
<A5>: We're counting on you,
<A0>_

[caption #1641]
<A9>: Why'd you bring me to such an awful place?!

[caption #1642]
<A0>: Espers_Please heed my call_

[caption #1643]
Uwa ha! So, it's true!

[caption #1644]
Kefka: Emperor Gestahl was right!

[caption #1645]
<A0>! <D>_the gate_
Quickly!

[caption #1646]
What the_?!

[caption #1647]
Espers?

[caption #1648]
Hey! The gate!!!

[caption #1649]
What about those espers_?

[caption #1650]
<A0>: Look, let's return to the airship.

[caption #1651]
Kefka: D_Damn it all! I won't forget this!

[caption #1652]
[Something happened_]<EOP>
[I'm not sure_]

[caption #1653]
Anyway, let's return to the airship.

[caption #1654]
<A0>: I'm all right. I'm sure peace is within our grasp!

[caption #1655]
<A0>: I'm all right. I'm sure peace is within our grasp!

[caption #1656]
<A1>: I can't believe we played a major role in it all!

[caption #1657]
<A1>: I'm sure the espers were headed for Vector_

[caption #1658]
<A2>: The Empire deserves the worst!

[caption #1659]
<A2>: I could feel the warrior spirits of those espers!

[caption #1660]
<A3>: __Why am I here_? <D>For the money, I guess.

[caption #1661]
<A3>: Rumor is that Kefka's out for General Leo's hide!

[caption #1662]
<A4>: I'm not just sitting here being smug and playing games! I'm thinking up our next strategy!

[caption #1663]
<A4>: Somehow we need to convince the espers to lend us their aid_

[caption #1664]
<A5>: Let me at the Empire!

[caption #1665]
<A5>: Let's see what's become of the Empire! Hurry!

[caption #1666]
<A6>: I was one of the Empire's generals, but I still know evil when I see it.

[caption #1667]
<A6>: Kefka's sure to come up with another demented plan. We need to do something FAST!

[caption #1668]
<A7>: In all my travels, and in all my years_

[caption #1669]
<A7>: _I've never seen anyone so sleazy as Kefka.

[caption #1670]
<A8>: I know! Let me draw their portraits!

[caption #1671]
<A8>: I'm sure those espers are all very kind!

[caption #1672]
<A9>: What's the most important thing in life? Being free of obligations!<EOP>
Otherwise, you lose the ability to gamble_

[caption #1673]
<A9>: Damn it! For the time being, I don't own the skies_

[caption #1674]
<A10>: Kupoppo!

[caption #1675]
<A10>: _puuh_

[caption #1676]
<A11>: <A11> become stronger on the Veldt.

[caption #1677]
<A11>: _ooh_
<A11>_high place_
Not good_don't like_

[caption #1678]
<A12>: __

[caption #1679]
<A13>: Ooohh_

[caption #1680]
<A0>: _the espers_
They were_angry_

[caption #1681]
What happened?

[caption #1682]
The espers flew off together_

[caption #1683]
Then, the Empire's citizens ran off, as though they were terrified.

[caption #1684]
Which way did the espers go?

[caption #1685]
Toward the Imperial capital_

[caption #1686]

There's something under the ground_

[caption #1687]
Vector_

[caption #1688]
<A9>: We're almost at Vector.

[caption #1689]
There! What's that?

[caption #1690]
There's a switch inside.
What will you do?
<C> (Flick the switch.)
<C> (Leave it alone.)

[caption #1691]

    Heard a distant sound_

[caption #1692]
N_nuts!!! I thought I had the monopoly on the stuff buried in the plaza beneath the grand stairway_

[caption #1693]

        Got [Inviz Scroll.]

[caption #1694]

        Got [Super Ball.]

[caption #1695]

      Something's buried_

[caption #1696]

        Got [Bolt Scroll.]

[caption #1697]

        Got [?????]

[caption #1698]

        Got [Flame Scroll.]

[caption #1699]

        Got [Water Scroll.]

[caption #1700]

        Got [Shadow Scroll.]

[caption #1701]
The Emperor's expecting you.
This way_

[caption #1702]
Emperor Gestahl awaits inside.

[caption #1703]
The espers that emerged from the gate attacked us. The Empire's in shambles!

[caption #1704]
We've lost our will to fight.

[caption #1705]
Kefka's been imprisoned for unspeakable war crimes.
I hear it's a life sentence_

[caption #1706]
The war's over_

[caption #1707]
The power of the espers_
Phenomenal_

[caption #1708]
The espers surely came to free their friends_

[caption #1709]
Peace at last_

[caption #1710]
The Magitek Research Facility's been dismantled.

[caption #1711]
You?! How'd you get in here?

[caption #1712]
The Empire's talking peace now!

[caption #1713]
When the Emperor learned that Kefka used poison in battle, he imprisoned the fiend!

[caption #1714]
Kefka! Using poison_
how low can you get?!
I've always hated you!

[caption #1715]
Kefka: Grrr! How DARE they put me in a place like this!

[caption #1716]
Kefka: I don't believe this!

[caption #1717]
Kefka: What a bore.

[caption #1718]
Kefka's scum_It serves him right!

[caption #1719]
My whole family was lost in the war_

[caption #1720]
The war ended before we could use this machine_

[caption #1721]
Kefka's in jail!

[caption #1722]
Gestahl: I've lost my will to fight_

[caption #1723]
Cid: The Emperor's had a change of heart_

[caption #1724]
Cid!

[caption #1725]
Cid: The espers came to save their friends. When they learned the others had perished, they went berserk, and trashed the town_<EOP>
Never will I forget their shrieks of rage_nor the screams of terror_

[caption #1726]
Sentry: We're hanging up our weapons and armor for good.

[caption #1727]
Gestahl: The power of those espers_
I was so naive_<EOP>
They'll shred the world_! The Empire's power is nothing compared to theirs. We must somehow get them to calm their rage.

[caption #1728]
Cid: Humans shouldn't have searched for such power_

[caption #1729]
Gestahl: We shall worry about that later. Tonight, let us enjoy a feast.

[caption #1730]
Cid: There're some people here who'd prefer to keep fighting.<EOP>
Please, before we dine, talk to as many soldiers as you can! Make them understand!

[caption #1731]
Dinner preparations underway.
One moment, please.

[caption #1732]
Trooper: Please talk to as many soldiers as you can. You have 4 minutes until dinner.

[caption #1733]
Only the chest in the back is locked. Can it be opened_?

[caption #1734]
G'whoa! I've been made!

[caption #1735]
I am Lone Wolf, the pickpocket! I wanted that treasure!

[caption #1736]
G'heh!

[caption #1737]
Persistent, aren't you!

[caption #1738]
Halt!
Don't move or this one's dust_!

[caption #1739]
Kupo!

[caption #1740]
G'heh! Got a wild one, here_! Uwaaa!

[caption #1741]
Took the treasure from Lone Wolf, the pickpocket!<EOP>

      Got [Gold Hairpin]!

[caption #1742]



Kupo_

[caption #1743]
<A1>: Couldn't hold out_?! Uh oh_

[caption #1744]
Banon: Couldn't hold out?!
I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #1745]
Relics give your party members a variety of abilities. For example_<EOP>
[Sprint Shoes] will double your walking speed.
[Knight's Code] lets you shield others during battle.<EOP>
[Dragoon Boots] allow you to perform jump attacks.<EOP>
[Gauntlet] allows you to hold a weapon with both hands for more damage.<EOP>
Use the Main Menu to equip up to 2 relics per person.

[caption #1746]
<A3>: I've worn out my welcome_

[caption #1747]
At Save Points you can use a [Sleeping Bag] or [Tent], and also save a game.<EOP>
If you should perish, you'll automatically be able to play from your last save.<EOP>
Though any Gil, treasures, etc. you found will have to be found again, your Level and Exp. data will be retained.<EOP>
You can save a game anywhere on the world map.

[caption #1748]
<D96>

[caption #1749]
Emperor Gestahl himself asked me to do his portrait_
What if he doesn't like it_?

[caption #1750]
I finished the Emperor's portrait. It was a true representation of the Emperor_<EOP>
But he disappeared before I could show it to him. I ended up selling it to Owzer, a rich man who lives in Jidoor.

[caption #1751]
The Chocobo is the noblest of creatures!

[caption #1752]
Wolf: Hmmm_if this is how it's gonna be then_take this!

[caption #1753]
Look out!
Get outta the way!

[caption #1754]
We destroyed the Warring Triad_But the power of magic isn't fading like it should be_<EOP>
Could Kefka have extracted the very source of magic from them_?

[caption #1755]
Unequip some party members?
<C> Those not now in your party.
<C> All members.
<C> Don't do a thing!

[caption #1756]

      Got [Holy Lance]!

[caption #1757]
Thankupo!

[caption #1758]
Can you talk?!

[caption #1759]
Human-loving, fast-talking,
street-smart, SLAM-dancing_
MOOGLE_

[caption #1760]
That old dude, Ramuh, taught me your language, kupo!<EOP>
He came to me in my dreams and told me to be expectin' you, and to help you, kupo!<EOP>
And now_ <D> I'm_ <D>gonna join your party, kupo!

[caption #1761]
I'll wait in the airship, kupo!

[caption #1762]
Kupo!

[caption #1763]
Locked_

[caption #1764]

     Grrrr_
     You'll never get this
     [Gold Hairpin]!

[caption #1765]
Kupo_<D> _ <D>_po!

[caption #1766]

That evening, the banquet
with the Emperor took place_

[caption #1767]
Trooper: This way, please.

[caption #1768]
Cid: You can consider me an ally to the Returners!

[caption #1769]
Gestahl: Imagine! All of us here together, sharing a meal! First, we must have a toast!

[caption #1770]
<C> To the Empire_
<C> To the Returners_
<C> To our homelands_

[caption #1771]
Gestahl: Well then_to our homelands!

[caption #1772]
Gestahl: Well then_to the Empire!

[caption #1773]
Gestahl: Well then_to the Returners!

[caption #1774]
Gestahl: As you know, Kefka's in jail for poisoning Doma's river. What shall we do with him?

[caption #1775]
<C> Leave him in jail_
<C> Pardon him_
<C> Execute him_

[caption #1776]
<A4>: Albrook's a port to the south of the Empire. A Magitek Armor hauling ship plies the waters between there and Triangle Island_<EOP>
We'll keep a close watch here at the Imperial base. You deal with the espers!

[caption #1777]
<A5>: Can we really trust the Empire?! I have an awful feeling about this_

[caption #1778]
<A2>: Never will I be able to forgive Kefka_

[caption #1779]
<A11>: Smells like alcohol_smells like father.

[caption #1780]
<A10>: Kupo!

[caption #1781]
Emperor: General Leo's waiting in Albrook. Please head for Triangle Island and look for the espers_

[caption #1782]
Gestahl: Hmm_Well, let's let him stew in his cell for a while. Then we'll decide what to do.

[caption #1783]
<C> Why'd you start the war?
<C> Why do you want peace now?
<C> Why'd we have to talk to
      your men?

[caption #1784]
Gestahl: My desire for power got the best of me. Now I've come to regret it.

[caption #1785]
Gestahl: I feel we need each other's help at this time_

[caption #1786]
Gestahl: Some of my men refuse to embrace peace. I felt they'd understand if they actually met you face to face.

[caption #1787]
Gestahl: Well then_
If I may, I'd like to talk about the espers_

[caption #1788]
<C> One more question please!
<C> Okay.

[caption #1789]
<C> One more question please!
<C> Let's talk about espers_

[caption #1790]
Gestahl: I assure you, I have answered your questions truthfully.

[caption #1791]
Gestahl: My Empire's been decimated by the espers that emerged from the Sealed Gate.<EOP>
They're just too powerful. Unless they're stopped, they'll rip the world asunder!

[caption #1792]
<C> Yes, the espers are much too
     powerful!
<C> But you unleashed their power
     in the first place!

[caption #1793]
Gestahl: After the espers went on their rampage, I knew I couldn't go on with my war.<EOP>
I asked myself why I had started it in the first place. By the way_<EOP>
About those questions you asked me_which did you ask first?

[caption #1794]
Gestahl: Right. Anyway, more than anything I want peace, now. It's true. I want you to understand that!

[caption #1795]
Cid: You seem a bit tired. Care for a rest break?

[caption #1796]
<C> Yes, let's take a break.
<C> Let's keep talking.

[caption #1797]
Shall we begin again?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1798]
Gestahl: Is there anything you wish to hear me say?

[caption #1799]
<C> That you really want peace.
<C> That your war's truly over.
<C> That you're sorry_

[caption #1800]
Gestahl: __

[caption #1801]
Cid: All will be put right if we can achieve peace_!

[caption #1802]
Troopers: We want to test your strength!<EOP>
Won't you fight with us for a couple of minutes?
<C> Sure
<C> Sorry

[caption #1803]
Trooper: Just as we thought_

[caption #1804]
Gestahl: I understand. My only dream in life is_peace! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1805]
Gestahl: I understand. I've ordered this war to be over! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1806]
Gestahl: I understand. I'm truly sorry for what I've done! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1807]
Gestahl: After they devastated my Empire, the espers flew north, toward Triangle Island.<EOP>
We have no way of knowing when they'll decide to go on another rampage. <EOP>
We need to find them and convince them to set aside their aggression before that happens.<EOP>
After all that the Empire has put them through, I doubt they'd even listen to us.<EOP>
That is why_ <D>I need to borrow <A0>'s power.

[caption #1808]
Only <A0> can bridge the gap between human and esper.

[caption #1809]
Gestahl: I would prefer to send out the armored freighter at Albrook immediately, if possible.<EOP>
Will you go aboard it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1810]
Gestahl: We cannot simply ignore the espers!<EOP>
Please_come with us!
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1811]
Gestahl: I'll have my finest warrior accompany you! General Leo!

[caption #1812]
Leo: I'm General Leo. Pleasure to meet you.

[caption #1813]
<A5>: Didn't I see you at Doma?
_I'm SURE I did_
So that was General Leo_

[caption #1814]
Leo: You! You're <A2>, liege to the King of Doma! Please forgive me for not being there to stop Kefka_<EOP>
<A2>: __That was not your fault.

[caption #1815]
Leo: I'll be waiting for you in Albrook.

[caption #1816]
Gestahl: We must find the espers and come to terms with them! You are our last hope!

[caption #1817]
<A1>: If <A0> goes, I'll go.

[caption #1818]
<A0>: <A1>_Thank you_

[caption #1819]
<A1>: The rest of you wait here. I smell a rat_

[caption #1820]
<A4>: Agreed_It's hard to trust the Emperor just like that_

[caption #1821]
<A2>: We shall remain here and keep an eye on the Empire.

[caption #1822]
<A1>: Please do. Leave no stone unturned!

[caption #1823]
<A4>: Right. And you be careful!

[caption #1824]
Gestahl: I truly apologize about the poisoning of Doma. No one dreamed Kefka would use poison.

[caption #1825]
<C> What's done is done_
<C> That was inexcusable.
<C> Apologize again!!

[caption #1826]
Gestahl: I'm so terribly sorry! Kefka's being severely punished for his acts. Also, I swear to rid the world of what poison remains.

[caption #1827]
Gestahl: By the way_
With regard to General <A6>_

[caption #1828]
<C> Was she an Imperial spy?
<C> <A6> is one of us!
<C> We trust <A6>!

[caption #1829]
Gestahl: Kefka was lying. General <A6> realized the war was too violent before anyone else.<EOP>
That's why she joined the Returners. Any other questions for me?

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[caption #1854]
I've slain too many people.
I'll never live a normal life.

[caption #1855]
Leave me alone!

[caption #1856]
I don't want peace!

[caption #1857]
Some people fight harder after they're cast down!

[caption #1858]
The Empire'll never die!

[caption #1859]
You deserve a thrashing!

[caption #1860]
You're strong_
Maybe you really CAN stop the espers' rampage_

[caption #1861]
Espers_Who'd have dreamed they were that powerful_

[caption #1862]
We'll never knuckle under_

[caption #1863]
I heard you're the strongest of the Returners_so just how strong are you_?

[caption #1864]
Not bad_pretty strong!

[caption #1865]
Someone outta thrash ya!

[caption #1866]
Phepppp. Returner scum!

[caption #1867]
Hm. Not bad!

[caption #1868]
Everything'll be settled after the banquet_

[caption #1869]
A message from the Emperor_
Because you were able to talk to so many soldiers, you are to be rewarded as follows.

[caption #1870]
Imperial troops have withdrawn from South Figaro.

[caption #1871]
In addition, our troops have also pulled out of Doma.

[caption #1872]
We hereby give you the right to take any weapons you desire from the Imperial base to the east, near the Sealed Gate.

[caption #1873]
And this is from the Emperor himself_<EOP>

     Received [Tintinabulum.]

[caption #1874]
Cid: Wow, what a ship!<EOP>
<A9>: That landing really messed up the engine. It'll take a while to fix_

[caption #1875]
Your behavior at the banquet was impeccable. Please take this as well!<EOP>

     Received [Ward Bangle.]

[caption #1876]
Cid: I'll help. No machine can stump me!

[caption #1877]
Well then_

[caption #1878]
<A9>: Don't touch anything!

[caption #1879]
Cid: You know, we could really speed this baby up if we axed the casino and streamlined her a bit_

[caption #1880]
<A9>: __
You little_!!
Get outta my sight!

[caption #1881]
Cid: But it could really make at least twice as fast_!

[caption #1882]
<A0>: You love this ship, more than anything, huh?<EOP>
<A9>: Actually, when I was young there was something I was mad about_

[caption #1883]
<A0>: _huh?

[caption #1884]
<A9>: In my youth I dreamed of having the world's fastest airship, and fly it across the open sky_

[caption #1885]
<A0>: What changed__?<EOP>
<A9>: At that time there was a person who piloted the Falcon, the fastest vessel ever made.<EOP>
Sometimes we were the worst of rivals_but other times we were the best of friends.<EOP>
We always egged each other on to go faster and higher. When she disappeared along with her ship_<EOP>
I felt like I lost my spirit.

[caption #1886]
<A9>: _Poor Darill_

[caption #1887]
Leo: There you are. Another of the Empire's generals, and a person I hired in town will be traveling with us as well.

[caption #1888]
Leo: We should arrive tomorrow morning. Why not rest until then?

[caption #1889]
<A0>: <A6>_ <D>
<A6>: __

[caption #1890]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1891]
Leo: Right_let's go.

[caption #1892]
<A3>: I'm working for the Empire. But don't worry_they didn't hire me to garrote you.

[caption #1893]
General Leo's waiting for you.

[caption #1894]
General Leo's holding a meeting.

[caption #1895]
Leo: Allow me introduce_General
<A6> _and <A3>.

[caption #1896]
Leo: Is something wrong? <D>
<A1>: No_

[caption #1897]
Leo: Our departure isn't till tomorrow. I've arranged some lodging for you.

[caption #1898]
Leo: Please, get some rest.

[caption #1899]
<A3>: You kids stay out of trouble now, you hear?

[caption #1900]
<A1>: Not a word of this to anyone else, o shrouded one_

[caption #1901]
<A1>: Come on_! <D>Why won't you speak to me?

[caption #1902]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1903]
<A1>: Even if it was only a little_I doubted you_ <D>But I'm still your friend_

[caption #1904]
<A1>: <A6>!

[caption #1905]
Leo: Can't sleep?

[caption #1906]
Leo: I hear your emotions have returned_

[caption #1907]
<A0>: Funny, isn't it_I was used by the Empire_even had my thoughts ripped from me_<EOP>
But here I am cooperating with the [enemy]_

[caption #1908]
Leo: People are people. Not all of the Empire are like Kefka.

[caption #1909]
<A0>: So_<D>what about you?

[caption #1910]
Leo: I knew you were being used as a kind of biological weapon_<EOP>
And because I didn't do anything about it, I'm no different than Kefka_

[caption #1911]
<A0>: I'm the product of a human and an esper_<D>Will I ever be able to love someone?

[caption #1912]
Leo: Of course!

[caption #1913]
<A0>: But_<D>I haven't felt that way yet_

[caption #1914]
Leo: You're still young.
<D>_but you'll understand someday. <D>I'm sure of it.

[caption #1915]
<A0>: But_
<D>I want to know what love is_
now!

[caption #1916]
<A0>: Who's there?

[caption #1917]
<A3>: Thought I'd sleep out under the stars.

[caption #1918]
<A0>: Did you overhear_
<D>_what we were just talking about?

[caption #1919]
<A0>: Umm_

[caption #1920]
<A3>: I can't help you.
You must look within for answers.

[caption #1921]
<A3>: I didn't mean to overhear anything.

[caption #1922]
<A3>: <A0>.

[caption #1923]
<A3>: In this world there are many who've killed their emotions. Don't forget that.

[caption #1924]
Leo: We're almost at Triangle Island. When we disembark, we'll split into two groups.<EOP>
<A6> and I will form one group. <A0>, you go with <A1> and <A3>.<EOP>
If you spot the espers, report at once!

[caption #1925]
Leo: <A0>, we'll continue yesterday's conversation later_

[caption #1926]
<A1>: Let's go.

[caption #1927]
<A6>: Um, I_

[caption #1928]
<A1>: Come on.

[caption #1929]
Oh, wow!!!
Strangers!

[caption #1930]
Mayor: Welcome, welcome!
<D>Magic_? What is this [magic]?

[caption #1931]
Mayor: No one is to divulge that we are able to use magic!

[caption #1932]
Use rods as items during battle for some amazing results!<EOP>
Only problem is they break after being used once!

[caption #1933]
Have you talked to Old Man <A7>? Do so, and the inn keeper may be more reasonable.

[caption #1934]
For some reason the inn keeper doesn't like strangers!

[caption #1935]
You're strangers, huh_?<EOP>
1500 Gil if you wanna stay.
<C> (Well, okay.)
<C> (No way!)

[caption #1936]
Espers? What in blazes are they? If they're animals, talk to the old guy that lives on the edge of town.

[caption #1937]
Ha! No admittance!

[caption #1938]
Old Man <A7> looks like he's on his last legs, but he used to be a powerful warrior.

[caption #1939]
Have you met little <A8>? She loves to paint pictures! Wonder if she'd do my portrait?

[caption #1940]
Actually, <A8> isn't <A7>'s real grandchild.<EOP>
I heard she's his good friend's daughter.

[caption #1941]
<A7> is a Blue Mage by training. He can learn some of the spells that he sees monsters use.<EOP>
Of course, he can't very well learn the spell if he's asleep or confused when the monster casts it!

[caption #1942]
Listen, I have to tell you_ <D>
Naaah_never mind.

[caption #1943]
My house burned down!

[caption #1944]
Get outta the way!

[caption #1945]
I've never seen you before.

[caption #1946]
__ <D>Right!

[caption #1947]
And who might YOU be?

[caption #1948]
1 Gil per night.
Why not relax for a spell?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1949]
Whatcha want with me?

[caption #1950]
An elderly gentleman, pure of heart, who has spent his whole life pursuing the secrets of monsters_

[caption #1951]
FIRE!

[caption #1952]
Uh?! What was that?

[caption #1953]
N'ga! Oh no!

[caption #1954]
Mama_it hurts_

[caption #1955]
Oh, all right. Cure_

[caption #1956]
_medicine_where is my cure medicine?!

[caption #1957]
Mama! Please use Cure on me!

[caption #1958]
<A7>: Espers? Espers_Hmm_
Haven't heard that word in a very long time.<EOP>
<A1>: So, you know about espers?

[caption #1959]
<A7>: Nope, uhn uhn_
Can't say that I do.
<D>Honestly <D>can't say <D>that I do!<D>

[caption #1960]
Grandpa!

[caption #1961]
<A7>: Hey_HEY!

[caption #1962]
<A7>: What in blazes_
What're you doing?

[caption #1963]
In her pictures she captures everything: forests, water, light_
the very essence of one's soul_

[caption #1964]
[Something's fishy here_]

[caption #1965]
<A8>: Grandpa. Who are these people? Friends? Can they use magic, too?<EOP>
<A7>: Yaa! Hush!

[caption #1966]
<A8>: Aw, what a cute doggy!
<A3>: Get away. He bites.

[caption #1967]
<A7>: Go to your room!
<A8>: I don't wanna_
What a fussy old man!

[caption #1968]
<A7>: Please_leave us!
<A8>: Fiiiine.

[caption #1969]
<A8>: Nyaaahh!

[caption #1970]
<A7>: Hoo boy_
Your dog seems to like her_<EOP>
<A8>: What a sweet puppy!

[caption #1971]
<A7>: This is terrible_

[caption #1972]
<A7>: My apologies.
<A3>: No problem. The dog usually doesn't like other people, though_

[caption #1973]
<A7>: Please excuse her.
She's just young.<EOP>
Anyway_ I'm terribly sorry, but I really don't think I can be of any help to you.<EOP>
<A1>: I, uh_ I see_<EOP>
<A7>: This is just a backwater village. We can tell you nothing about your espers_

[caption #1974]
<A1>: Mmmm_
<D>There's something strange about this village_
<A0>: Let's have a look around.

[caption #1975]
<A1>: Thanks for your time!
<A7>: Sorry I couldn't have been more helpful!

[caption #1976]
<A3>: Interceptor! Come!

[caption #1977]
<A8>: Bye-bye!

[caption #1978]
<A7>: What a beautiful day.

[caption #1979]
<A8>: Interceptor, please come back again and play!

[caption #1980]
<A7>: This is awful! <A8>_she's_

[caption #1981]
<A0>: <A8>'s in danger?
<A7>: Yes!<EOP>
She was at a neighbor's house when a fire broke out. I won't be able to stand it if something happens to her!

[caption #1982]
<A7>: Please!
Won't you help?!

[caption #1983]
<A1>: <A3>!

[caption #1984]
<A3>: Interceptor_
<D>Where are you?!

[caption #1985]
Waaah_my beautiful house_!

[caption #1986]
<A7>: <A8>'s inside that house!

[caption #1987]
FIRE!

[caption #1988]
<A7>: <A8>!!!!!

[caption #1989]
<A1>: What're you doing?

[caption #1990]
Flames be GONE!!! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #1991]
Mayor: Magic is forbidden!
<A0>: Magic_?!

[caption #1992]
<A7>: I don't care! <D><A8>'s inside!!!

[caption #1993]
Mayor!

[caption #1994]
Mayor: All right.
<D>We really have no choice.

[caption #1995]
Mayor: Stand back.

[caption #1996]
<A7>: It's no use.
The fire's too strong!<EOP>
Mayor: I think that's because they keep so many Fire Rods in here_

[caption #1997]
<A7>: I'm going in!

[caption #1998]
<A0>: Wait_I'm going too.
<A1>: Count me in. You'd better stay out here, gramps.<EOP>
<A7>: Fool! I may be old, but I'm not powerless!

[caption #1999]
Quickly!

[caption #2000]
Is this the source of our blaze_?

[caption #2001]
<A1>: Try to avoid the flames.
<A0>: Easier said than done.<EOP>
<A7>: Hurry! We have to find <A8>!

[caption #2002]
Uwaaa! Too late! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2003]
Huh?! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #2004]
<A7>: <A8>!!! Where are you?!

[caption #2005]
<A3>: Let's get outta here! <D>I'll use a Smoke Bomb!!

[caption #2006]
<A7>: Are you okay?
<A8>: Yes. Thanks, Grandpa!

[caption #2007]
<A7>: Save your thanks for these people.
<A8>: Thank you_

[caption #2008]
<A7>: I guess our town's little secret is out now_

[caption #2009]
<A1>: Can everyone here use magic? What's going on here?

[caption #2010]
<A7>: This is_
<D>_the village of the Magi_

[caption #2011]
<A7>: Long ago humans used Magicite to gain magical powers. They came to be known as Magi.

[caption #2012]
<A1>: But I thought they perished centuries ago_

[caption #2013]
<A7>: After the War of the Magi, the espers fled to their new world behind the Sealed Gate.<EOP>
They wished to live peacefully, without fear of being used by humans. They left us here to fend for ourselves_<EOP>
But we were feared by normal people. Everyone still felt the misery of that war_

[caption #2014]
<A7>: And so they sent people to hunt us down like animals. There weren't even any trials_<EOP>
<A0>: Even though the only difference was that you could use magic_?

[caption #2015]
<A7>: A few Magi escaped and found their way here. They were our ancestors.<EOP>
Our power of magic thinned through the bloodlines over time, but some of it remains.

[caption #2016]
<A0>: Look, if you're up to it, we could use your help. <D><EOP>
<A7>: So, you're after the espers, eh_?

[caption #2017]
<A7>: Well, I owe you for saving <A8>. <D>I'll help you find your espers.

[caption #2018]
<A8>: I wanna go, too! <D>
<A7>: I think not, young lady!

[caption #2019]
<A8>: What a fuddy-duddy_

[caption #2020]
<A1>: But_where do we start looking?<EOP>
<A7>: Hmm_
<D>If they're here, they must be hiding in the mountains to the west.

[caption #2021]
<A1>: Why there?
<A7>: Those mountains have powerful magical properties.<EOP>
They say the espers consider it holy ground_

[caption #2022]
<A0>: Maybe they're drawn to that place, when running wild?

[caption #2023]
<A1>: I think it's worth a look.

[caption #2024]
<A3>: Don't take it the wrong way. I just wanted my dog back.

[caption #2025]
<A1>: Going somewhere?
<A3>: I'll search for the espers in my own way.

[caption #2026]
Ultros: G'heh, heh_these statues of the Warring Triad are all mine!
These'll get Siegfried's attention!

[caption #2027]
Ultros: Ooooh! Shiny!
They're_beautiful!

[caption #2028]
<A1>: Hey, squidball! Don't you ever learn?<EOP>
Ultros: Uh, well they always said I was a slow learner_but I eat FAST!

[caption #2029]
<A8>: Hey! Did you see me? I was awesome! Wouldn't I be more helpful than Gramps?<EOP>
<A7>: G_GRAMPS?!

[caption #2030]
<A0>: I suppose it wouldn't hurt to have you along_

[caption #2031]
<A7>: I can't believe it_
<D>The Statues of the Warring Triad!
<A0>: The [Warring Triad]?!

[caption #2032]
The birth of magic_<EOP>
Three gods were banished here. In time they began quarreling, which led to an all-out war.<EOP>
Those unlucky humans who got in the way were transformed into espers, and used as living war machines_

[caption #2033]
<A1>: So they're stone. Faint letters are carved on the back of them_

[caption #2034]
<A1>: Say, old man, what exactly is the Warring Triad?

[caption #2035]
<A7>: According to legend, long ago the three gods brought the power of magic into this world.<EOP>
<A1>: So, they're the gods of magic, then?
<A7>: You could say that.

[caption #2036]
<A0>: I can feel their power_<EOP>
<A7>: The Warring Triad are the source of all magic_ meaning they also created the espers.<EOP>
It's said that the espers made images of their creators, and placed them in holy ground.<EOP>
This must be it!!
They represent power beyond all comprehension_

[caption #2037]
<A0>: Our espers no doubt came to this island to bask in all this magical power!

[caption #2038]
After centuries of fighting one another, the three realized they accomplished nothing.<EOP>
In a rare moment of mutual clarity, they agreed to seal themselves away from the world.<EOP>
With their last ounce of energy, they gave the espers back their own free will_ <EOP>
 _and then transformed themselves into stone. <EOP>
Their only request was that the espers keep them sealed away for all eternity.

[caption #2039]
The espers created these statues as a symbol of their vow to let the Warring Triad sleep in peace.<EOP>
The espers have sworn to keep the gods' power from being abused.

[caption #2040]
<A1>: Phew_what a story.<EOP>
<A0>: If the espers were attracted here by these statues, they must be around here somewhere!

[caption #2041]
<A1>: Say, old timer, what happened to the Warring Triad?<EOP>
<A7>: Legend has it that they're hidden somewhere beyond the reach of humans.<EOP>
I'd say they're beyond the Sealed Gate_

[caption #2042]
<A0>: I wonder if the barrier that protects that place is generated by the three gods?

[caption #2043]
<A8>: This is_an esper?!

[caption #2044]
<A0>: There are so many_ <D><EOP>
<A1>: Gramps, take <A8> and clear outta here!

[caption #2045]
<A7>: Where'd they all come from?

[caption #2046]
Yura: Halt!

[caption #2047]
<A8>: What is it?
<A7>: I sense some immense magical power in <A0>_ <D>It_frightens me_

[caption #2048]
<A1>: I wonder if she's gonna go ballistic again?!

[caption #2049]
Yura: You're somehow different_
<D>I sense a familiar power radiating from you_<EOP>
<A0>: Yes.

[caption #2050]
<A7>: You're the espers that fled through the Sealed Gate?<EOP>
Yura: As a rule, we are not allowed to visit your world.<EOP>
We few had gathered near the gate, and were wondering how we could save the espers that had been kidnapped.<EOP>
It was just a coincidence that <A0> appeared when she did_

[caption #2051]
<A0>: I felt_
your presence_
through the gate.<EOP>
Yura: We bolted the moment <A0> opened the gate. But once in your world, we lost control of our powers.

[caption #2052]
Yura: We completely leveled a city_and took some innocent lives_

[caption #2053]
<A0>: That's what happened to me! I lost all control of my power_

[caption #2054]
<A7>: There must be something in your world that allows you to focus your power differently.<EOP>
You must use caution while in our world_

[caption #2055]
Yura: We are deeply sorry to have caused you humans such suffering and pain.

[caption #2056]
<A1>: The past is history. The Empire seems to want to talk peace with you. Why not come with us?<EOP>
Yura: They would forgive us so easily?

[caption #2057]
<A1>: Let's go to Thamasa and talk with General Leo.
<A0>: Right!

[caption #2058]
<A1>: General Leo.<EOP>
Leo: <A1>_you're back! And you've made the espers agree to meet with us!

[caption #2059]
Leo: I am General Leo. May I have your name, please?
Yura: I am called Yura.

[caption #2060]
Yura: We have done something inexcusable to your people.<EOP>
Yura: This probably isn't the time or place to ask for your forgiveness, but_

[caption #2061]
Leo: Speak no further. It is we who owe you an apology. We hungered for your power_<EOP>
How close we came to reenacting the War of the Magi!!!<EOP>
Yura: We must put this all behind us.

[caption #2062]
Kefka: I don't care for the appearance of this pitiful little hamlet_So burn it!

[caption #2063]
<A1>: I believe our job is finally over! I, for one, could use some peace and quiet_<EOP>
<A6>: Let's return to Vector.

[caption #2064]
<A6>: Please, not another word.

[caption #2065]
<A8>: Those two are hot and heavy, huh, Grandpa?
<A7>: They're young, dear_

[caption #2066]
Leo: Kefka! What ARE you doing?!
Kefka: G'ha, ha, ha! Emperor's orders!<EOP>
I'm to bring the Magicite remains of these espers to his excellency! Behold! A Magicite motherload!

[caption #2067]
Leo: Kefka! No!

[caption #2068]
Kefka: Shut up!

[caption #2069]
Magitek Soldier: General Leo, prepare yourself!

[caption #2070]
Leo: No. I won't let this happen!

[caption #2071]
Leo: Kefka! <D>Your behavior is dishonorable! I can't allow this!

[caption #2072]
Kefka: Hee, hee_! How 'bout a little Magitek mayhem!

[caption #2073]
Kefka: Now for a little Magicite hocus-pocus_!

[caption #2074]
Kefka: Whoa! Yes, I feel some incredible magic power here, today! Wave after wave of pure, magical energy_

[caption #2075]
Kefka: I'd say you're all charged up, boys and girls_or whatever_<EOP>
Say, remind me to show you my Magicite collection someday! You might see a few familiar faces!!!

[caption #2076]
Kefka: First, let's neutralize your abilities.

[caption #2077]
Kefka: Now, little espers_
Let's see whatcha got!

[caption #2078]
Kefka: This is ridiculous!
I had no idea you were such wimps! <D>Time to put a stop to all of this.

[caption #2079]
Kefka: Eh?! You wanna take me on? Fine. Here I am_

[caption #2080]
Kefka: Hya hya hya_
I think I have plenty of Magicite for the time being_<EOP>
_that is, until I make my way through your precious Sealed Gate!!

[caption #2081]
It hurts_

[caption #2082]
Damn it! Curse the Empire_Curse Kefka!

[caption #2083]
The espers_are they all_dead?

[caption #2084]
Mayor: I can only take some comfort in the fact that there were so few casualties.

[caption #2085]
<A0>: General Leo_

[caption #2086]
<A0>: People only seem to want power. Do they really want to be like me?

[caption #2087]
<A0>: I_I wanted to learn so much more from you_

[caption #2088]
Interceptor?! That's a nasty wound!

[caption #2089]
<A1>: We not only lost Leo, but <A3>, too_
<D>Curse the Empire!

[caption #2090]
<A1>: This'll have to do_

[caption #2091]
<A6>: You're so sweet_

[caption #2092]
<A8>: I'll stick with you.

[caption #2093]
<A1>: Now I'm worried about <A4> and the others back in the Empire_<EOP>
<A0>: I hope they're all safe_

[caption #2094]
<A9>: We've been had!
The Emperor is a liar! It was all a trap.

[caption #2095]
<A2>: Thanks to King <A4>, we managed to escape before the trap was sprung_

[caption #2096]
<A1>: Way to go, <A4>!

[caption #2097]
<A4>: I got to know the gal who brought us tea. After a while, she just blurted out the whole crooked plan.

[caption #2098]
<A5>: So_you finally hit pay dirt, eh?

[caption #2099]
<A4>: Watch your mouth!
There're ladies present!
I was a perfect gentleman.

[caption #2100]
<A1>: General Leo's gone_
<D>Kefka did him in_ <D>

[caption #2101]
<A2>: Sir Leo?! Dead?!
<D>What a waste_
He was their finest soldier_

[caption #2102]
<A4>: We need to rethink our plans. Let's return to the airship.

[caption #2103]
<A7>: May I accompany you?

[caption #2104]
<A4>: Who're you?

[caption #2105]
<A1>: He's one of this town's citizens.

[caption #2106]
<A0>: He's descended from the Magi, the magical warriors of yore_
I think he can be a big help.

[caption #2107]
<A7>: The Empire is going to flex its new-found muscle soon.<EOP>
We cannot allow them to get away with this.

[caption #2108]
<A8>: Weirdo. I'm going on ahead, okay?

[caption #2109]
<A5>: Yeah right, kid! You'd just slow us down.

[caption #2110]
<A8>: What? Who is this puffed up aerobics instructor, anyway?<EOP>
<A5>: Kid's got quite a lip!

[caption #2111]
<A8>: Grrr_! I'm gonna paint your portrait!

[caption #2112]
Uwaaa! S_stop!

[caption #2113]
<A7>: Oh, all right already!
If you insist_
<A8>: Yay!

[caption #2114]
<A8>: What's wrong, lover boy?
<A4>: How old are you?
<A8>: Ten_why?

[caption #2115]
<A4>: That's just criminal_
<D>_don't even think of it_

[caption #2116]
General Leo_

[caption #2117]
Gestahl: Fuwa, ha, ha!
So THIS is the power of the Warring Triad! With this and my Magicite,
nothing can stop me!<EOP>
This world will be mine to command!

[caption #2118]
<A7>: The beginning of all magic_
<A0>: The Warring Triad?<EOP>
<A7>: It is said that they turned themselves to stone by facing each other.<EOP>
<A7>: That way, each one's powers would be neutralized by those of the other two.<EOP>
<A7>: If those 3 statues should ever be moved out of alignment, the resulting imbalance of power would_<EOP>
_rip our planet apart_
<A0>: What?!!

[caption #2119]
Quick! Back to the airship!!

[caption #2120]
<A9>: The Empire's after the Sealed Gate! They're looking for some statues or something.<EOP>
<A7>: No! It couldn't be_!

[caption #2121]
<A6>: What's wrong, <A0>?<EOP>
<A0>: The island_
The world is groaning in pain_

[caption #2122]
Gestahl: Oh, those silly espers! To think they opened the gate themselves! The Warring Triad should be just ahead.<EOP>
If we can just get our hands on them, we'll have everything we ever dreamed of!

[caption #2123]
Gestahl: Come quickly!

[caption #2124]
<A9>: Quick! Let's jump onto that thing!<EOP>
Only 3 allowed in your party.
The others must stay on board.

[caption #2125]
Only 3 allowed in your party.
The others must stay on board.

[caption #2126]
Crap!!! The Imperial Airforce (IAF)!<EOP>
We're surrounded!
Let's give 'em a bloody lip!

[caption #2127]
Something_strange_approaches!!

[caption #2128]
Kefka, Gestahl_and the Warring Triad are just ahead.

[caption #2129]
<A3>: Down with the Empire! Once I outlived my usefulness, they tried to off me!<EOP>
[We thought you were a goner!]

[caption #2130]
<A3>: Is Interceptor all right?<EOP>
[He's fine. Come on, let's go!]

[caption #2131]
<A3>: Forget about me.<EOP>
[We can't just leave you!]

[caption #2132]
<A3>: I sold my skills to the Empire_I have no right to fight together with you.

[caption #2133]
<A3>: We meet again.

[caption #2134]
The airship's below!<EOP>
Do you wish to return?
<C> (No)
<C> (Yes)

[caption #2135]
Gestahl: Well, well_

[caption #2136]
<A6>! Welcome back!<EOP>
<A6>: I came to stop you!

[caption #2137]
Gestahl: Fwa, ha, ha_
Then you're just in time to perish. Behold! The Warring Triad!!

[caption #2138]
Gestahl: Ooh! I've got goosebumps! What power_<EOP>
<A6>: Emperor Gestahl!
Please, stop this madness!

[caption #2139]
Gestahl: <A6>_Come to me, my pretty! Deep down you are special_<EOP>
You and Kefka are to leave behind magical children to forge a new Gestahlian Empire and rule this world!

[caption #2140]
Kefka: Kill the others and we'll overlook your treachery!

[caption #2141]
Kefka: Take this sword!
Kill them. Immediately!

[caption #2142]
Gestahl: <A6>_together we can rule an entire world! Think of it_!

[caption #2143]
<A6>: Power only breeds war_
I wish I'd never been_born.

[caption #2144]
Kefka: Ouch!

[caption #2145]
Kefka: B_blood?! I'm bleeding!

[caption #2146]
Kefka: You_vicious bitch!

[caption #2147]
Grrr_DAMMIT <D>Aargh_

[caption #2148]
I
hate hate hate
hate hate hate_<EOP>
hate hate hate hate hate
hate hate hate hate hate<EOP>

      HATE YOU! Grrr_

[caption #2149]
Kefka: Warring Triad_you were born only to fight. I implore you_show me your power!!

[caption #2150]
Kefka: Let me IN!
Show me your power!
Arrrgh! Curses!

[caption #2151]
Kefka: Listen to me,
or you'll regret it!
Show me_POWER!

[caption #2152]
Gestahl: Kefka, stop it! Revive the Warring Triad, and you'll destroy the very world we're trying to possess!<EOP>
Then, all that we have worked for will be meaningless!

[caption #2153]
Gestahl: There'll be no one to worship us_

[caption #2154]
<A6>: Damn you, Kefka!

[caption #2155]
<A6>: Stop it_Kefka! Disturb their_delicate balance_and they'll go haywire_!

[caption #2156]
Kefka: Who're you?!

[caption #2157]
Kefka: Noooo!

[caption #2158]
<A3>: Go!
There are people counting on you!

[caption #2159]
<A3>__Get outta here on the double!

[caption #2160]
<A3>: Don't worry about me! Run!
I can't stop this chain reaction!<EOP>
I'll catch up with you later.
Count on it!<EOP>
Kefka: You can't escape me!!

[caption #2161]
The airship's below.
<C> (Jump!!)
<C> (Wait!!)

[caption #2162]
<C> (Jump!!)
<C> (Gotta wait for <A3>_)

[caption #2163]
[<A3>!]
<A3>: I'll be blown to bits before I can even collect my pay_

[caption #2164]
Can't you diffuse the Warring Triad?!

[caption #2165]
<A9>: Hang on!

[caption #2166]

     On that day, <D>the world
     was changed forever_ <E$20><OP$12>

[caption #2167]
Cid: Oh, <A6>_!

[caption #2168]
Cid: You're finally awake!
<A6>: I_feel like I've been sleeping forever_<EOP>
Cid: For one year, actually_
I thought you were out for good.<EOP>
<A6>: A whole year_
<D>You've watched over me the whole time?

[caption #2169]
Cid: Yes, but now I've grown tired as well.

[caption #2170]
Cid: We're on a tiny, deserted island.<EOP>
After the world crumbled, I awoke to find us here together with a few strangers.<EOP>
<A6>: The world_!
So, it wasn't just a dream.

[caption #2171]
<A6>: Where are my friends? Where's <A1>_?<EOP>
Cid: I don't know. I only know we're here_Maybe we're the only people left alive_<EOP>
Cid: Since that day, the world's continued its slide into ruin. Animals and plants are dying_<EOP>
The other survivors on this island lost hope, one by one, and threw themselves off the cliffs to the north.

[caption #2172]
<A6>: My friends_
they're probably all gone_

[caption #2173]
Cid: <A6>_you're the closest thing to family that I have_we could just live out our lives here peacefully_<EOP>
<A6>: I suppose so, Cid_
<D>Or should I say, Granddad?!
May I call you that?<EOP>
Cid: Granddad, eh?
I'm overwhelmed! All of a sudden I have a granddaughter!
<D>*Cough*_ <D>*Wheeze*_<EOP>
<A6>: My long-lost Granddad_

[caption #2174]
Cid: Ha, ha_*hack*_*cough*!
<A6>: Hey, are you hungry?<EOP>
Cid: I_haven't eaten in 3 or so days, ever since I became ill.<EOP>
<A6>: What would you like?<EOP>
Cid: Well, unless I ask for fish, I won't get anything! That's all there is here!<EOP>
<A6>: I'll go catch some.

[caption #2175]
Cid: I feel much better!
Thanks, <A6>!

[caption #2176]
Cid: My dear, I am somehow filled with the hope to live.

[caption #2177]
Cid: <A6>, thanks for all you've done for me!

[caption #2178]
Cid: *Hackack*!!
I feel a little better!

[caption #2179]
Cid: *Cough*_*wheeze*_
I can't bear this any longer_

[caption #2180]
Cid: I_I'm not long for this cruel new world_

[caption #2181]
Cid: My worst nightmare is to think of you alone here on this wretched island_ *hack*_*wheeze*!!<EOP>
Don't lose hope! No matter what_!
*cough*_*hack_*

[caption #2182]
Cid: *Cough*_*hack_ACK*!!
While I can still talk, I_*wheeze*_*pant*_want to thank you_*cough*!

[caption #2183]
Cid: Good-bye_

[caption #2184]
__

[caption #2185]
<A6>: Granddad, here's a fish! Eat up!
Cid: Oh! Yum_
Chomp, munch, chew_

[caption #2186]
<A6>: What's up?<EOP>
Cid: <A6>_the project that kept me going over the past year is down below. Go have a look at it!

[caption #2187]
<A6>: Granddad.
You have to eat, or else_<EOP>
W_what's the matter?
Grandda_

[caption #2188]
<A6>: Cid_

[caption #2189]
<A6>: No_NO!! You promised you'd stay here with me!!

[caption #2190]
<A6>: Granddad, ANSWER ME!
Tell me you're just joking!

[caption #2191]
<A6>: Cid_Granddad_!

[caption #2192]
<A6>: Granddad.<EOP>
Cid: <A6>_
You must leave this place.
You have to find your friends!<EOP>
<A6>: I know_
But I'll bring 'em all back to meet you!<EOP>
Cid: That <A1> fellow, too, no doubt_

[caption #2193]
<A6>: I'll make you proud of me_Granddad_

[caption #2194]
Cid: The other survivors on this island lost hope, one by one_<EOP>
_and threw themselves off the cliffs to the north.

[caption #2195]
<A6>: Everyone's gone_
Even <A1>, who promised to watch over me_<EOP>
It's over! This really is the end of the world_

[caption #2196]
<A6>: Phew_
Were you watching over me? Why? <EOP>
I don't have a reason to live any more_
All hope is lost_

[caption #2197]
<A6>: A bandana?!
<D>No_it can't be_<EOP>
<A6>: Hey, little bird!
Where'd you get this?!
Is the person who healed you still alive? Please, tell me_!

[caption #2198]
<A6>: He's alive_
<D><A1>'s still alive!!!

[caption #2199]
You need to leave this island. Your friends are surely waiting for you!<EOP>
Find the stairs behind the stove. Down them lies your road to freedom. My final gift to you.
           Love, Granddad

[caption #2200]
Thank you SO MUCH for saving my son's life!

[caption #2201]
Whenever I think about Kefka keeping watch over us_
*shiver* I completely lose my lost my nerve_

[caption #2202]
Anyone who opposes Kefka is doomed. He uses his [Light of Judgment] from high atop his tower to burn whole towns.

[caption #2203]
I saw it! Kefka used a light beam to burn the village of Mobliz, far to the east.<EOP>
Most of the adults there died trying to save their children_

[caption #2204]
The [Serpent Trench] used to be deep under water. Now it's above sea level.<EOP>
Some crazy fanatics known as the [Cult of Kefka] have built a tower there_

[caption #2205]
Many monsters nowadays attack with [Zombie], [Petrify] and the like. Have you equipped suitable Relics?

[caption #2206]
To the east you'll find the [Serpent Trench.] Further east you'll find the village of Mobliz.<EOP>
Boy, the Light of Judgment really fried that town_

[caption #2207]
Head north on the Serpent Trench and you'll reach Nikeah. Ships still sail from there.

[caption #2208]
*sob*
I've never been more frightened!

[caption #2209]
My son's inside! Do something! PLEASE!

[caption #2210]
Must have irritated Kefka_

[caption #2211]
There are monsters inside! They keep petrifying everyone who goes in to help. You using suitable Relics?

[caption #2212]
We resisted Kefka, so he unleashed his Light of Judgment on us!

[caption #2213]
Hurry up, or the house'll collapse!

[caption #2214]
<A6>: <A5>!<EOP>
<A5>: Hey! <A6>!
<A6>: Let's head in and help!
<A5>: Wait!!

[caption #2215]
[<A5>!]<EOP>
<A5>: Hey! You're alive!!! Get in there, quick!

[caption #2216]
<A5>: If I move_The whole house'll collapse. First_ <D>save the kid that's in there_<EOP>
I can't hold this up forever, so_
Get in and out quickly_urgh_

[caption #2217]
<A5>: I_I_I'm losing my grip_
Keep up the fight, brother!

[caption #2218]
<A5>: It's about time!

[caption #2219]
<A6>: <A5>! You're alive!

[caption #2220]
<A5>! You're still alive!

[caption #2221]
<A5>: But of course! You think a minor thing like the end of the world was gonna do me in?

[caption #2222]
<A6>: I thought everyone was dead_
I had given up all hope_<EOP>
But_ <D>fortunately, I was wrong! Now I know they're all alive! We need to find everyone! Then_

[caption #2223]
We thought everyone was dead_
We'd given up all hope_<EOP>
But_ <D>fortunately, I was wrong! Now I know they're all alive! We need to find everyone! Then_

[caption #2224]
<A5>: I know, I know_We smash Kefka, and deliver peace unto the world_

[caption #2225]
Come on!
Please help!

[caption #2226]
All I can do now is restore your health. Please_go back inside and save that child!

[caption #2227]
[I'm scared_!]
[Don't worry, you're safe now.]

[caption #2228]
Did you see that tower_?

[caption #2229]
Kefka's up there, 'n he's using the power of the Warring Triad_
He's become a living god_

[caption #2230]
Everything changed on that day_ There's nothing left to live for.

[caption #2231]
Anyone who opposes Kefka gets his or her town fried by the [Light of Judgment.]

[caption #2232]
That day the world was torn apart_debris from all over the world was drawn eerily to the center of this land mass_ <EOP>
_and formed Kefka's Tower_

[caption #2233]
How can ya make any Gil in a world like this?

[caption #2234]
When the world was ripped apart, many long-sealed monsters were released_<EOP>
Humbaba, Deathgaze_ and
the Eight Legendary Dragons_

[caption #2235]
I saw Deathgaze soaring through the sky! You'd probably run into it on an airship. <EOP>
I'd rather take an acid bath than fight that thing!

[caption #2236]
Uh? You again_?
<D>Oh, sorry. You remind me of a monk who was here searching for his friends_<EOP>
He said he was going north, to Tzen.

[caption #2237]
That_sparkle in your eye_
It's just like that monk who came through here recently.<EOP>
He had that same determined look_

[caption #2238]
Oh_I think back on how nice the world used to be_

[caption #2239]
_and realize it'll never be the same again_

[caption #2240]
<A8>: Hey, you!
You old geezer!!!
Snap out of it!

[caption #2241]
<A7>: <A8>!
Is that you, my dear?
You're alive!

[caption #2242]
<A8>: Idiot!
Of course I'm all right!
<A7>: Oh, <A8>_
I thought for sure you were_<EOP>
<A8>: Did you think I was gonna check out before you, old man?! <D>Ah, ha, ha_

[caption #2243]
<A7>: You're as foul-mouthed as ever, bless your heart!<EOP>
<A8>: Come along now_
We're all glad to see you!

[caption #2244]
<A7>: Whoa! Well I'll be_
I'm more energetic than ever!<EOP>
All right, make room for me!
Can't be leaving everything up to you whippersnappers!

[caption #2245]
The members of the [Cult of Kefka] live in this tower. There's some wondrous treasure atop it!<EOP>
You can only use magic attacks inside, so unless your magic's strong, you'll never make it to the top!

[caption #2246]
Treasure_treasure_

[caption #2247]
For 100,000 Gil I'll tell ya 'bout a secret treasure!
<C> (Hand over 100000 Gil!)
<C> (No way!)

[caption #2248]
Hooey!!!! <D>
Right, here's the scoop:
Beneath the Desert of Figaro lies an ancient castle_<EOP>
_loaded with treasure.
By the way, an old man who lives in the Weapon Shop in Narshe is looking for you_

[caption #2249]
No use talking to them. They've sold their souls to Kefka. All they do is mope around, worshipping him_

[caption #2250]
   Master Kefka's treasure_
      Return it_   Now_!

[caption #2251]
Uwaaa! Someone's coming!!

[caption #2252]
You're gonna have to fight your way in here, chumps!!

[caption #2253]

               Wait!

[caption #2254]
<A0>!

[caption #2255]
Mama! Are these your friends?!

[caption #2256]
<A0>: Oh! I'm so glad to see that you're safe! I've missed you!

[caption #2257]
[<A0>_come on, let's go! Unless we stop Kefka, all's lost_]
<A0>: I_

[caption #2258]
<A0>: That is <D>I_ <D>um_
I've lost my will to fight_

[caption #2259]
<A0>: The very day the world fell, Kefka turned some kind of beam on this town.<EOP>
Almost all of the adults were killed trying to save their children_

[caption #2260]
<A0>: There were only children here_ <D>The moment I arrived, I felt needed_

[caption #2261]
Duane: You can't take <A0> away!

[caption #2262]
Katarin: Duane_ <D><EOP>
Please excuse him. It's just that if <A0> goes, she takes with her the very spirit of our survival_

[caption #2263]
<A0>: I don't know why these kids need me_<EOP>
But they've made me feel things I've never felt before.<EOP>
The moment I sensed this, I lost my will to fight.

[caption #2264]
<A0>: I can honestly say I don't know what's going on inside of me_<EOP>
And the more I try to understand it, the less inclined I am to fight.

[caption #2265]
Help!!! Run!!!
Humbaba's coming!!

[caption #2266]
<A0>: Humbaba is an ancient demon who was released when the world was undone. I won't let him harm this village!

[caption #2267]
<A0>! Wake up!
Uh, oh_here it comes!

[caption #2268]
<A0>: I knew it_I have no power left_

[caption #2269]
Mama! Are you okay?!

[caption #2270]
<A0>: I'm going to stay here.
I would just slow you down.<EOP>
And besides, the children really need me.<EOP>
[But <A0>_!]

[caption #2271]
<A0>: Maybe after a little more time passes_I need to understand what's happening to me_

[caption #2272]
Thanks for scaring Humbaba away! In his haste, he dropped this from his necklace. Here!<EOP>

     Received the Magicite
              [Fenrir.]

[caption #2273]
Mama_be brave!

[caption #2274]
You can't take Mama away!

[caption #2275]
If something happens to Mama, I will hunt you down!

[caption #2276]
<A0>: I'm sorry_I'm staying! The children need me.

[caption #2277]
Katarin ran off_

[caption #2278]
Duane was being mean to her, so Katarin took off!

[caption #2279]
Katarin's belly's growing bigger!

[caption #2280]
I know! Katarin's gonna have a baby! My Mom looked like that before my brother was born!

[caption #2281]
Duane: I_don't know what to do. Katarin's pregnant_

[caption #2282]
<A0>: Hey you guys!

[caption #2283]
<A0>: Katarin's having a baby.

[caption #2284]
Katarin: I'm so happy to be having a child_But Duane seems cold_

[caption #2285]
Duane: Katarin_ <D>_ <D>I'm sorry.
I didn't know how to handle this.<EOP>
I acted like an idiot. But
everything's okay now!
So, please_come back home
with me.

[caption #2286]
Waaaaa!
Humbaba's back again!

[caption #2287]
<A0>: Please! Save this village!
I don't have the power to fight_

[caption #2288]
Duane: I'll keep Katarin safe.

[caption #2289]
Katarin: I feel safe when Duane's around.

[caption #2290]
Please! Rid us of Humbaba once and for all!

[caption #2291]
[It's another monster!]
[It's scary_]
[I'm afraid_]

[caption #2292]
Mama_ <D>
It is you, isn't it? <D>
I can tell_

[caption #2293]
Huh? Mama?
<A0>?

[caption #2294]
Mama!
<A0>!

[caption #2295]
<A0>: I_I can fight!

[caption #2296]
<A0>: Finally_
I understand that feeling_
Even though I kept it buried for so long.<EOP>
I'm sure it's called_
__ <D>__ <D>
[Love!]<EOP>
I now realize that I must fight_to protect those I love and make the world a safer place for new lives!

[caption #2297]
<A0>: Duane_
Katarin needs your help_
so does your new baby.<EOP>
Listen children, your [Mama] has to go away for a while. I'll return when I feel your future's guaranteed!

[caption #2298]
[Mama_
I'm not gonna cry!]
[Me either!]<EOP>
[I'll be good, so come back soon!]
[Do your best!]

[caption #2299]
<A0>: Thank you_You helped me to understand a part of myself. What it means to_love.<EOP>
Now I must go and fight to protect everyone's future, and for those who aren't even born yet!

[caption #2300]
Our papas and mamas protected us, but now they're all gone_

[caption #2301]
But we'll be happy, if <A0>'ll come back to us!

[caption #2302]
That badly wounded soldier passed away here in Mobliz.

[caption #2303]
Everyone here calls <A0>, [Mama.]

[caption #2304]
Duane and Katarin are the oldest. <A0>'s our Mama and they're our big bro and sis.

[caption #2305]
I saw Duane kissing Katarin!

[caption #2306]
You're not gonna take <A0> away, are you?

[caption #2307]
The light took everyone_
_everyone_ <D>_ <D>
Dad_Mom_

[caption #2308]
Duane: This is our village.
You can't just waltz in here and start barking out orders!

[caption #2309]
Katarin: <A0>'s helped us all to survive. Ever since she's been here, we've felt hopeful for the future.

[caption #2310]
I wanna see Katarin's baby!

[caption #2311]
We'll be okay 'till mama comes back!

[caption #2312]
Mama_Don't feel sad. We'll be okay.

[caption #2313]
Duane and Katarin'll take good care of us.

[caption #2314]
I'm not gonna cry. If I do, <A0>'ll feel sad_

[caption #2315]
The baby in Katarin's belly is kicking!

[caption #2316]
See! It just did it again!

[caption #2317]
Say, Katarin. What're you gonna name the baby?

[caption #2318]
Duane: A new life_I've got to do my best to help make the world a safer place_

[caption #2319]
Katarin: We'll be okay. Just make sure these kids'll have a world to grow up in!

[caption #2320]
It's heading this way!
Protect the kids!!!

[caption #2321]
      Papa!
      Mama!

[caption #2322]
I'm hiding away from Kefka.

[caption #2323]
The ship to South Figaro's about to leave.

[caption #2324]
This ship belongs to the Crimson Robbers.

[caption #2325]
The thieves are hanging out at the Pub. They all escaped from Figaro Castle.

[caption #2326]
The road you followed here used to be submerged underwater.

[caption #2327]
After the end of the world, I awoke all alone in Doma Castle.<EOP>
When I would try to sleep there, demons would come for me_ Oh! I don't want to remember that!

[caption #2328]
While traveling under the desert, Figaro Castle hit an obstacle and came to a halt.

[caption #2329]

     Received the Magicite
              [Quetzalli]!

[caption #2330]
There's an eerie tower at the end of the Serpent Trench. The Kefka fanatics built it.

[caption #2331]
What're ya doin'? Get away!

[caption #2332]
Gerad: Oh, yeah, you know how to get into Figaro Castle, don't you?!<EOP>
Henchman: G'ho ho, do we ever!

[caption #2333]
Gerad: Yeah, you lead the way since it's buried.

[caption #2334]
I understand they escaped from Figaro Castle's prison.

[caption #2335]
From out of nowhere a bunch of huge sandworms burrowed into the prison!<EOP>
We followed their tunnels back to the surface and escaped.

[caption #2336]
Our last boss perished that day. We met up with Gerad in this town.

[caption #2337]
The boss wants to sneak into Figaro Castle. He wants to get the booty from the storage room there.

[caption #2338]
We'll enter da castle through a secret cave dat only we knows about!

[caption #2339]
I've been chatting with the boss of this gang, Gerad. He's kinda handsome!

[caption #2340]
All right, let's go!

[caption #2341]
Gerad: _What's your problem?<EOP>
<A6>: Y_you're <A4>, aren't you?!

[caption #2342]
<A6>: <A4>?<EOP>
Gerad: I have no idea what you're talking about_I'll take this too, kid!

[caption #2343]
Gerad: I'll be busy getting ready for our departure to Figaro.<EOP>
<A6>: Don't play possum with me! <A4>? Or have you somehow lost your memory?

[caption #2344]
Gerad: Listen, my lady,
I've been [Gerad] all my life!

[caption #2345]
<A5>: What's going on, here? Brother!

[caption #2346]
<A6>: Only <A4> would call me, [my lady.]

[caption #2347]
Gerad: What's all the bloomin' fuss about? The words, [my lady] are used the world over!

[caption #2348]
Figaro Castle disappeared the day the world became_
unzipped_

[caption #2349]
Figaro Castle had an accident under the desert.
Don't know what happened to its people_

[caption #2350]
That sweet little girl stopped coming around right after the world ended_

[caption #2351]
I'm so relieved the Empire's finally outta here!

[caption #2352]
Now all these thieves are demanding all our time.
Phew_I'm exhausted.

[caption #2353]
There's nothing left of my hometown.

[caption #2354]
Jump on the turtle.
Oh, jump on the turtle_<EOP>
Oops_never mind.

[caption #2355]
Just when we thought the Empire was gone_heeeeere's Kefka!

[caption #2356]
I'm so relieved to know my grandson's alive!

[caption #2357]
Duncan's Wife: No, dear! Duncan's still alive and well! He's meditating just north of Narshe.

[caption #2358]
Gerad's a boss we can trust! But he looks awfully familiar_

[caption #2359]
Souvenir of the Empire, anyone?!

[caption #2360]
Gerad: You still here?!

[caption #2361]
We're storming Figaro Castle! That treasure is rightfully ours!

[caption #2362]
We won't stop 'till we get those treasures back!

[caption #2363]
We mustn't rest now! We have to start rebuilding!

[caption #2364]
We may be thieves, but at least we have goals in life!

[caption #2365]
For each life lost, a new one arrives to fill the void!<EOP>
Okay! Nothing's gonna stop us!

[caption #2366]
Oh_! That person!

[caption #2367]
Whoa! Am I dizzy!

[caption #2368]
If the [Light of Judgment] should burn our town down 100 times, we'll rebuild it 101 times!

[caption #2369]
Did you hear that Duncan's alive? His wife thinks so!

[caption #2370]
Some guy came through here a little while ago looking for some secret treasure.

[caption #2371]
The boss of these thieves is on the second floor.

[caption #2372]
The thieves have all left town!

[caption #2373]
Gerad: Let's go help 'em_
Hang on a sec_ <D> __?
<D>Are you people STILL here?<EOP>
<A6>: What's wrong with you_
<A4>?!

[caption #2374]
Boss, everything's ready. Let's go!<EOP>
Gerad: Case of mistaken identity, my dear. Give it up!

[caption #2375]
Gerad: Now, where were we_?

[caption #2376]
Here, boy_Here's some nice food for you!

[caption #2377]
Presto!
Gerad: Good Job!
I used to have a turtle_!

[caption #2378]
Siegfried: Pretty dangerous from here on. I'll go in first and clear out all the monsters. Wait here.

[caption #2379]

    On the hum, let's go!!!! <D4>

[caption #2380]
Gerad: You all right?
You were almost a goner.

[caption #2381]
I_it was awful_

[caption #2382]
Gerad: Here's the problem_
What a mess_<EOP>
Boss! What're we gonna do? The treasure's stored in the room back there!

[caption #2383]
Gerad: You guys get in there while I keep this thing busy!
[But boss! That's dangerous!]<EOP>
Gerad: Get going!

[caption #2384]
<A6>: <A4>!

[caption #2385]
<A4>: What're ya waiting for,
<A6>?<EOP>
Give me a hand!<EOP>
<A6>: <A4>! It IS you!

[caption #2386]
<A6>: Why the stupid farce?<EOP>
<A4>: Well, I heard that Figaro had had an accident.
I wanted to help, but didn't know where to look.<EOP>
Then I heard that those idiots had escaped from the prison.<EOP>
<A6>: You needed to use them_<EOP>
<A4>: Bingo. And I obviously couldn't let them find out I was the King of Figaro_<EOP>
<A6>: _considering that you threw most of 'em in jail to begin with!

[caption #2387]
<A5>: You could've told us.

[caption #2388]
<A4>: Uh, oh_! Let's hide!

[caption #2389]
Boss! __?
Boss?

[caption #2390]
Must have been eaten by that thing_

[caption #2391]
It wasn't even much of a monster_<EOP>
Oh well, let's go_

[caption #2392]
[You don't want that treasure back_?]
<A4>: It's completely worthless at this point.<EOP>
Besides, Kefka's the one we need to worry about. Those guys haven't committed any serious crimes_<EOP>
<A6>: Come on, let's go_

[caption #2393]
<A5>: There's only one little problem, eh, brother!

[caption #2394]
Nonsense! It's been fixed! Next stop, the surface!

[caption #2395]
Who'd have thought air could be so precious!

[caption #2396]
Several of the castle's citizens left to join the Cult of Kefka.<EOP>
If a loved one should call out a cult member's name, however_

[caption #2397]
Magicite gives humans magical powers? Amazing!

[caption #2398]
Has magic really made a comeback_

[caption #2399]
Kefka's [one shy of a six pack!]

[caption #2400]
I know someone who deserves to be locked up in here!

[caption #2401]
You found an ancient text at the library, right?

[caption #2402]
No more Returners_no more Empire. Now who am I gonna side with?

[caption #2403]
What the_?

[caption #2404]
It's an esper attack!
Let's let loose our espers!

[caption #2405]
A thousand years in the past, a battle was waged here_

[caption #2406]
Chancellor: Lord Odin is the only
esper left to us!
Soldier: Has his wounds healed?

[caption #2407]
Chancellor: It matters not.
We must leave this final battle in Odin's hands_

[caption #2408]
A city ruined during the War of the Magi_

[caption #2409]
Odin: Impressive_
I never thought you'd be able to turn me to stone_

[caption #2410]
There's an ancient legend_<EOP>
It tells of a battle between
Odin and a powerful sorcerer
that took place in a great
hall of the castle_

[caption #2411]
A book,
with a gem-
encrusted cover_
[Queen's Diary]<EOP>
I realize, now, that I am in love with Odin_
This_breaks every rule of our society.<EOP>
But my heart longs for this noble, elegant man.
How could anyone blame me?<EOP>
After the fighting is over I'm going to bare my soul to him_

[caption #2412]
<A0>: Love between a human and an esper_

[caption #2413]
Even the Queen was turned to stone_

[caption #2414]
A tear comes_
From the stone_?

[caption #2415]

   The Magicite [Odin] gains
              a level_<EOP>

   _and becomes the Magicite
              [Raiden!]

[caption #2416]

       Odin turned into a
         Magicite shard_

[caption #2417]
           Zantetsuken! <D4>

[caption #2418]
400 Gil per night.
Wanna rest?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2419]
Care to fight in the Colosseum?
<C>(With pleasure.)
<C>(No thanks.)
<C>(Explanation, please!)

[caption #2420]
Creatures from all over the world come here to compete.

[caption #2421]
Get a load of the crowds!

[caption #2422]
There's some guy here who's dressed all in black!
He's looking for a legendary blade known as the Ichigeki_

[caption #2423]
We can't let the world become too peaceful! People are at their best when they're at war_<EOP>
My Colosseum will be a monument to war! If I can ever get the help I need to finish it, that is!

[caption #2424]
This is my Colosseum.<EOP>
Finally, the whole world is at war! I'm so happy! And I owe it all to Kefka!

[caption #2425]
Ultros is your receptionist?<EOP>
He couldn't pay his debt, so I put him to work! I figure he'll be here about another 100 years.

[caption #2426]
Ultros: Look at me! I'm a receptionist!
G'fa, ha, ha!<EOP>
Now, you'd better not bet any cheap crap, or master Typhon'll just come and punish ya!

[caption #2427]
We fight for items, etc. here. First choose the thing you want to wager.<EOP>
Next, your opponent will appear. Choose someone from your party to fight this opponent.<EOP>
A one-on-one auto-battle will then take place. The item you wagered covers your participation fee.<EOP>
If you win, you'll be rewarded with an even better item! That's all there is to it!

[caption #2428]
The more precious the item wagered, the better your prize will be!

[caption #2429]
Battles at the colosseum are one-on-one.

[caption #2430]
Siegfried: It seems that an imposter has been pretending to be me recently!
Don't be fooled!

[caption #2431]
This is Dragon's Neck Colosseum. Champions from all over the world come here to fight for prizes.

[caption #2432]
[What're you doing here?]
<A3>: The only thing I know how to do is fight_

[caption #2433]
[Why not come with us?]
<A3>: Well_

[caption #2434]
<A3>: First I need to see how far I can get here_

[caption #2435]
Huh?! <A1>? He must be searching the world over for that fabled treasure_<EOP>
Find the treasure, and you'll find <A1>!

[caption #2436]
Those beautiful days will never return_

[caption #2437]
Narshe is filled with monsters. I don't have any place to go home to_

[caption #2438]
I overheard you talking.
And you know what? You're right!
I refuse to give up too!<EOP>
You should visit Narshe sometime.
There's that frozen esper_
You guys might be able to wake that thing up!

[caption #2439]
<A1> just left here a while ago. He was happy_<EOP>
_saying something about learning where some mystic treasure was_

[caption #2440]
<A6>: <A1>_He's alive!

[caption #2441]
We planted some seeds, but nothing's growing_

[caption #2442]
The plants have all stopped growing and flowering. It's as if they've lost their will to live_

[caption #2443]
There's a real tough guy fighting at the colosseum. Seems he's looking for a weapon called the [Ichigeki]_

[caption #2444]
Unless life begins to flourish again, it doesn't matter how beautifully we restore our village.

[caption #2445]
A handsome man with a mustache visted our village recently. The way he kept saying [Thou] to everyone was so quaint and charming!<EOP>
I think he said he was headed for Maranda_

[caption #2446]
<A6>: <A9>!
<A9>: You're alive?!

[caption #2447]
<A6>: Come along with us!
We're after Kefka!<EOP>
<A9>: Phew_I don't know if I have it in me anymore_<EOP>
<A6>: What are you saying?!
<A9>: I'm just a gambler. My world has always been where a man's spirit could soar free_<EOP>
Not anymore. It's like the weight of the world's crushing me. What's worse, I've lost my wings_

[caption #2448]
<A6>: But before the world collapsed, you fought with all your heart! You were absolutely fearless_<EOP>
<A9>: That was then_
I've lost my dream!<EOP>
<A6>: When times are tough you have to follow your dreams! I dream of taking the world back, <A9>! What about you?

[caption #2449]
<A9>: Mwa ha!
All right_you win!
I'm starting to feel lucky!!<EOP>
Would you chase after it with me then? My dream_

[caption #2450]
<A9>: Thanks_I needed that. Now, let's go visit Darill's Tomb.

[caption #2451]
<A9>: __
We're gonna get us another_ <D>
pair of wings!

[caption #2452]
There're still some people in this world with dreams. Like my younger brother up north,
for instance!<EOP>
He built just the thing for a world like this_

[caption #2453]
Don't step there! Give the seeds a chance to sprout!

[caption #2454]
*hic*_
Thish world'sh already losht!
_*hic*

[caption #2455]
I overheard your conversation_
I, too, will pursue my dreams!

[caption #2456]
So much for all my hopes and dreams_

[caption #2457]
Hope_We must never give up hope!

[caption #2458]
<A6>: This person_
She was your friend?<EOP>
<A9>: Yeah. She was a piece of work. Nothing scared her_

[caption #2459]
<A9>: Could be anything lurking down here, so keep your eyes peeled!

[caption #2460]
Darill: This experimental airship is probably a bit unstable_

[caption #2461]
<A9>: This brings back a lot of memories.

[caption #2462]
<A9>: Watch your step.

[caption #2463]

      HERE LIES DARILL

[caption #2464]
<A9>: You can't be serious!
What are you trying to prove?!

[caption #2465]
Darill: If something should happen to me, the Falcon's yours!

[caption #2466]
<A9>: Nonsense! I'll win the Falcon from you when I whip you in a race!<EOP>
<A9>: You'd better clear outta my way!
Darill: Big talk, buster!

[caption #2467]
<A9>: There's nothing like flying!

[caption #2468]
<A9>: I can't be the world's fastest pilot without my wings.
Let me get another crack at my dream.
I need your help_<D> Falcon.

[caption #2469]
Darill: Are you trying to lose?
Pick up the pace, you snail!

[caption #2470]
Darill: Or do you like staring at my butt_?

[caption #2471]
<A9>: Incredible!

[caption #2472]
Darill: This time's for real.
I'm going to break every record!<EOP>
I'll be known as the woman who flew closest to the stars!

[caption #2473]
<A9>: Be back before sunset! I'll be waiting for you on our hill.

[caption #2474]

  The wreck of the Falcon was
    found a full year later,
      in a distant land_

[caption #2475]
<A9>: I restored the ship, and then put it to rest down here.

[caption #2476]
<A4>: So, this is the Falcon?

[caption #2477]
<A4>: With this, I finally think we're gonna pull this off!<EOP>
<A6>: We can attack Kefka's tower from the air!<EOP>
<A4>: The Falcon's going to give us one last chance at that guy_

[caption #2478]
<A9>: But first we need to find the rest of our friends!

[caption #2479]
<A4>: Right. First things first.
<D>I'm finally starting to feel hopeful!

[caption #2480]
<A6>: Hey! A bird!

[caption #2481]
<A6>: <A9>! Follow that bird!<EOP>
<A9>: But why?<EOP>
<A6>: I_don't know_!
Something inside just tells me it's important_

[caption #2482]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2483]
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2484]
<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2485]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2486]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2487]

<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2488]

<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2489]

<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2490]

<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2491]

<C> DLRO
<C> WEHT

[caption #2492]

<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI

[caption #2493]

<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2494]

<C> DLRO
<C> WEHT

[caption #2495]

<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU

[caption #2496]

<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2497]

<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI

[caption #2498]

<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU

[caption #2499]

ERAUQS SI DLROW EHT

[caption #2500]

QSSI ERAUDL ROWEHT

[caption #2501]

QSSIRO DLERAUWEHT

[caption #2502]

DLROQSSIAU ERWEHT

[caption #2503]

DLROERAU QSSIWEHT

[caption #2504]

AUERDLRO QSSIWEHT

[caption #2505]

QSSIAU ERWEHTDLRO

[caption #2506]

ERAUQSSIWEHTDLRO

[caption #2507]

QSSIWEHT ERAUDLRO

[caption #2508]

WEHTQSSI ERAUDLRO

[caption #2509]

WEHT ERAUQSSIRO DL

[caption #2510]

ERAUWEHT QSSIRO DL

[caption #2511]

ERAUDLROHT WEQSSI

[caption #2512]

DLRO ERAUHT WEQSSI

[caption #2513]

DLROWEHT ERAUQSSI

[caption #2514]

WEHTDLRO ERAUQSSI

[caption #2515]

WEHTERAUDLROQSSI

[caption #2516]

ERAUWEHTDLROQSSI

[caption #2517]

QSSIDLROWEHTERAU

[caption #2518]

DLROQSSIWEHTERAU

[caption #2519]

DLROWEHTQSSIERAU

[caption #2520]

WEHTDLROQSSIERAU

[caption #2521]

WEHTQSSIDLROERAU

[caption #2522]

QSSIWEHTDLROERAU

[caption #2523]
The tombstone is blank.
Carve something?
<C>  Yes.
<C>  No.

[caption #2524]
Nothing appropriate comes to mind_

[caption #2525]
Letters have been carved here_

[caption #2526]

DLRO

[caption #2527]

ERAU

[caption #2528]

QSSI

[caption #2529]

WEHT

[caption #2530]

  Find the [Growth Egg] hidden
          in a back room
     in the 3rd basement_

[caption #2531]
A samurai swordsman came through here recently_He was amazing! But his heart was full of chaos and despair_<EOP>
When he can cope with his pain, he'll be the mightiest warrior alive.

[caption #2532]
I used to be a thief. But one day I uncovered a secret so awesome, I had to run and hide!

[caption #2533]
I'm a former thief. My old accomplice used to mumble this in his sleep, [To the right of the treasure chest_]

[caption #2534]
I used to be a thief. I climbed the tower of Kefka's followers, in spite of the danger.<EOP>
But I was almost killed, and had to turn back after the first treasure room_

[caption #2535]
A spell ago, some oddball came strolling through here.
Kept callin' people [Sir.]

[caption #2536]
I've learned a lot about our new world from the thieves and travelers that have come through here.<EOP>
What shall I talk about?<EOP>
<C> (Narshe)
<C> (The Veldt)
<C> (Doma Castle)
<C> (Nothing, thanks!)

[caption #2537]
You know that guy in Zozo who
says, [This place is dangerous!]?<EOP>
He's the only one guy in that town who tells the truth. Maybe he can help you.

[caption #2538]
Your own past can be your worst enemy. Friends_family_
gotta let 'em all go_

[caption #2539]
Could that have been you, <A2>_?
You look so confused, maybe you'd better go back home.

[caption #2540]
Recently Lola has been receiving a lot of letters. Must be from that guy in Mobliz_?

[caption #2541]
Lola: Look! My sweetheart in Mobliz sent me all these flowers!<EOP>
They're all hand-made of silk, since real ones won't grow. And these are letters he has written to me_

[caption #2542]
But_wasn't Mobliz demolished by Kefka? Somebody else must have written these_

[caption #2543]
Read the letter?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2544]
My beloved Lola,
Art thou well? We are still busy trying to rebuild this town_<EOP>
If all goes well I should be able to return to thy side before too long_

[caption #2545]
_this handwriting_It looks a lot like <A2>'s_ But where is he mailing them from?

[caption #2546]
Lola: Could you please attach this reply to a carrier pigeon?<EOP>
Do this favor for Lola?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2547]
Lola: Thank you.

[caption #2548]
Lola: I hope his reply comes soon!

[caption #2549]
Silk flowers_Beautifully made, too_

[caption #2550]
Lola: I knew that these flowers and letters weren't sent by my boyfriend. I just didn't want to admit it.<EOP>
I was lying to myself_
But I'm all right now.
As I read those letters_<EOP>
_the pain I felt in my heart became bearable_I'm sure whoever wrote them has suffered greatly_ <D><EOP>
I wish I could meet him_

[caption #2551]
Actually_

[caption #2552]
<A2>: Look to the future_
We have a lot of life left to live_

[caption #2553]
Look to the future! I'll take your words to heart_ <D>
I'll try my best.

[caption #2554]
<A2> exchanged the letters_

[caption #2555]

  The world before the fall_
Delightful is the light of dawn_
  Noble is the heart of man_ <E$1C><OP$12>

[caption #2556]
<A2>!

[caption #2557]
<A2>: Hey! Thou art alive!?

[caption #2558]
<A2>_

[caption #2559]
<A2>: I shall go with thee!
I shall not leave the world as it is!<EOP>
But how did thou find me? <D>
W_wait! Tell me thou did not read my letters_?!

[caption #2560]
<A2>: These_ <D> they are_ <D>um_ <D> Merely a diversion of mine_

[caption #2561]
<A2>. These flowers are gorgeous!

[caption #2562]
<A2>: Mm_m_?! Must thou embarrass me so_?!

[caption #2563]
<A2>: _Dost though truly think so?

[caption #2564]
<A2>: I wondered what became of that poor girl, always waiting for word of her beloved.<EOP>
I learned that she had long since stopped receiving replies, but still sent a letter each day.<EOP>
Something inside me snapped_

[caption #2565]
<A2>: As I wrote to that girl, I realized I was very much like her.
I was looking behind_full of despair. My eyes were blinded_<EOP>
I will no longer live in the past. We must all look to the future now.

[caption #2566]
I encounterd Sir <A11> in Maranda. He said he had to become stronger if he was to face Kefka.<EOP>
Knowing Sir <A11>, he was probably headed for the Veldt.

[caption #2567]
Dear Lola,
I am writing to beg for your forgiveness. I am guilty of perpetuating a terrible lie_<EOP>
I have only now realized the error of my ways. I hope I can correct a great wrong.<EOP>
Your boyfriend, who you thought was in Mobliz, passed away some time ago. I have been writing in his stead_<EOP>
We humans tend to allow the past to destroy our lives.
I implore you not to let this happen.<EOP>
It is time to look forward, to rediscover love, and embrace the beauty of life.<EOP>
You have so much of life left to live_
            <A2>

[caption #2568]
Locked!

[caption #2569]
W_What are these_?
<D>[Machinery for Dunces,] [An Illustrated Guide to Machinery,] <EOP>
[Cure Mechanical Ineptitude in Six Easy Steps!] Found [Understanding Machines Magazine]<EOP>
__and__ <D>
[Bushido in the Bedroom.]

[caption #2570]
<A2>: No!
Those are mine_!

[caption #2571]
Found the key to <A2>'s treasure chest.

[caption #2572]
Shrouded in odd clothing,
_is this a man_?_a woman_?
_or should we ask_?

[caption #2573]
<A12>: I am <A12>, master of mimicry. My skills will astonish you.<EOP>
It has been a long, long time since anyone visited me here_

[caption #2574]
<A12>: Yes_I have been idle for too long. I know, I'll mime your actions in battle.<EOP>
But first, you must tell me what you're doing here.

[caption #2575]
<A12>: What an unusual tale_<EOP>
So, saving the world. I'll mimic you saving the world then!
When do we leave?

[caption #2576]
You're_coming with us?

[caption #2577]
These wounds are awful_

[caption #2578]
We can't do anything for wounds like these here.<EOP>
Let's fly back to Thamasa on the double.

[caption #2579]
You were having a nightmare_

[caption #2580]
Let's rest here for a moment.

[caption #2581]
__

[caption #2582]
Are you okay?

[caption #2583]
<A8>: I'm still a bit groggy_
<D>But I'm okay. Interceptor always makes me happy!

[caption #2584]
<A3>: No need to worry. It's just a scratch. <D>Also, he's gonna stand guard, so you just relax.

[caption #2585]
The three of us recently went hunting on the Veldt. We saw some weird kid there dressed all in hides_

[caption #2586]
You came to fetch me_
<D>But I won't be coming back_
<D>I want you, and the girl,
to live in a peaceful world_

[caption #2587]
Papa_?
<D>Where'd he go?
<D>Is he ever coming back?

[caption #2588]
For some reason he never came near when all 4 of us were together.

[caption #2589]
Reduce the number of people in your party if you want him to approach you.

[caption #2590]
In a forest north of the Veldt dwells huge dinosaurs.<EOP>
I suppose no human could ever defeat one_but oh, how someone could brag about it if they could_

[caption #2591]
<A1>!

[caption #2592]
<A1>: You're all safe! <D> Behold_
A legendary relic that can undo death itself_

[caption #2593]
That looks like_ <D>Magicite_<EOP>
<A1>: Correct! Legend has it that ages ago the Phoenix turned itself to stone_<EOP>
And it appears that the legend is true.<EOP>
This has some major cracks in it though_I fear it may have lost its power over time_

[caption #2594]
<A6>: <A1>_That's for Rachel, isn't it_?

[caption #2595]
<A1>: I wasn't able to protect Rachel_I've lost my truth_<EOP>
So, nothing's real for me until I take it back_

[caption #2596]
Will you come with us?
Only as far as Kohlingen_

[caption #2597]



   The village of Kohlingen_ <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #2598]
Old Man: If only the Magicite didn't bear those deep cracks_
I guess it can't call back any wayward spirits after all!<EOP>
Nope, nuh-uh! Too bad_

[caption #2599]
<A1>: Rachel!!!

[caption #2600]
Old Man: Uwaaaaaa!
The Magicite_ it sh-shattered!

[caption #2601]
Rachel: <A1>_

[caption #2602]
I'm an Imperial Trooper! <D>
Probably, the last of 'em_
I have some valuable information for you!<EOP>
[Talk to the Emperor twice.]
Use this when you've found the place where the Emperor hid a secret treasure.

[caption #2603]
Rachel: <A1>_Oh, how I've wanted to see you again_
I wanted to hear your voice.
<A1>: Rachel_<EOP>
Rachel: The Phoenix has given me so little time_
I have to leave again soon_<EOP>
But I have something I must tell you_

[caption #2604]
<A1>: __<EOP>
Rachel: <A1>_ <D>_ <D>
With you I was so happy_<EOP>
While I was dying, I thought only of you_ <D><EOP>
And about the joy you brought me. Thank you, <A1>_I'll never forget you_ <D>

[caption #2605]
<A1>: RACHEL!!!!<EOP>
Rachel: I have to go now_ <D>
_I'll always love you_<EOP>
You must now cast off the anguish you've been harboring inside for so long_Today I set your heart free.<EOP>
You must learn to love anew, to whomever your heart desires.<EOP>
__ <D>Phoenix! Be reborn again! And give your revival power_to <A1>!!

[caption #2606]
<A1>: Rachel!!!!

[caption #2607]
<A6>: <A1>_

[caption #2608]
<A1>: Thanks, I'm okay_ <D>
Rachel put my heart at ease_
From here on_ <D><EOP>
I'll be all right. Let's go! We have work to do!!

[caption #2609]
<A6>: What's up?

[caption #2610]

        [X-Potion]!<EOP>

        [Phoenix Down]!<EOP>

        [X-Ether]!<EOP>

        [Elixir]!<EOP>

        [Flame Shield]!<EOP>

        [Valiant Knife]!

[caption #2611]
<A1>: The treasures of the Phoenix Cave!

[caption #2612]
<A1>: Right, let's move out! We have an appointment with Kefka!

[caption #2613]
Have you heard of something called the Growth Egg? Huh? Have ya?<EOP>
Long ago it was buried in a tomb to the west.

[caption #2614]
Split up into 2 parties.
Use the Y Button to switch between groups.

[caption #2615]
Pickpocket: Eh?!
What're you doing here? <D>
Doesn't matter, really_
nothing left anyway_<EOP>
There's only one moogle still around. All of the doors to the houses are locked and only a treasure hunter could pick them_

[caption #2616]
Esper: You HUMANS freed me from that prison of ice?
You possess Magicite?!
Who are you?!<EOP>
I sense war and destruction_
Could that stupid war possibly have lasted a thousand years?<EOP>
I can tell that you want to put a stop to the madness_
Then I shall put my trust in you_

[caption #2617]

     Received the Magicite
              [Valigarmanda!]

[caption #2618]
There's an opening in the cliff. Hop into it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2619]
<A10>: Kupoppo! You're alive!
I thought you were all feeding the worms, kupo! Kupohoho! Let's go!

[caption #2620]
<A10>: Say, we could use some yeti muscle! He's a bit_wild, but he'll be a big help, kupo! <EOP>
He's somewhere here in the mines. He'll help us if I order him to! Let's look for him, kupo!

[caption #2621]
Kupo!!!
Don't scare me like that!

[caption #2622]
Art that evokes the end of the world is popular now.

[caption #2623]
Say_you look like_
_aren't you_Maria?! <D>
Sorry, my mistake_

[caption #2624]
See anything you want?
The auction's about to start!<EOP>
<C> (Bid on items!)
<C> (Another time.)

[caption #2625]
If you want to participate in the bidding, talk to the man near the entrance.

[caption #2626]
Didn't get anything today, eh?!

[caption #2627]
Here's a splendid chest.
Inside is_

[caption #2628]

    Some [Angel Wings]!<EOP>

Do I hear 500 Gil?!

[caption #2629]

 Bought some [Angel Wings]!

[caption #2630]

        A [Angel's Ring]!<EOP>

Do I hear 1500 Gil?!

[caption #2631]

    Bought a [Angel Ring]!

[caption #2632]

        A [Hero Ring]!<EOP>

Do I hear 3000 Gil?!

[caption #2633]

    Bought a [Hero Ring]!

[caption #2634]

        A [Zephyr Cape]!<EOP>

Do I hear 3000 Gil?!

[caption #2635]
Bought a [Zephyr Cape]!

[caption #2636]
Today's auction is over.

[caption #2637]
Well, how 'bout it?

[caption #2638]
<C> Buy it for 3000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2639]
Ho, ho, ho_
There's nothing I can't buy!

[caption #2640]
<C> Buy it for 5000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2641]
<C> Buy it for 30000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2642]
<C> Buy it for 40000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2643]
<C> Buy it for 60000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2644]
<C> Buy it for 7000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2645]
<C> Buy it for 8000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2646]
<C> Buy it for 12000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2647]
<C> Buy it for 15000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2648]
<C> Buy it for 18000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2649]
Arrrgh!
I HATE it when that happens!

[caption #2650]
<C> Buy it for 10000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2651]
<C> Buy it for 50000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2652]
Are there any more bids?

[caption #2653]
<C> Buy it for 20000 Gil.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2654]

        8000 Gil!

[caption #2655]

        12000 Gil!

[caption #2656]

        15000 Gil!

[caption #2657]

        18000 Gil!

[caption #2658]

        10000 Gil!

[caption #2659]

        30000 Gil!

[caption #2660]

        40000 Gil!

[caption #2661]

        60000 Gil!

[caption #2662]

        20000 Gil!

[caption #2663]

        50000 Gil!

[caption #2664]

        70000 Gil!

[caption #2665]

    How about 100000 Gil?!

[caption #2666]

        10 Gil!

[caption #2667]

        50 Gil!

[caption #2668]

        100 Gil!

[caption #2669]

        500 Gil!

[caption #2670]

        1000 Gil!

[caption #2671]

        1500 Gil!

[caption #2672]

        2000 Gil!

[caption #2673]

        3000 Gil!

[caption #2674]

        4000 Gil!

[caption #2675]

        5000 Gil!

[caption #2676]

        7000 Gil!

[caption #2677]
In a world like this you have to keep an open mind.

[caption #2678]
This is the Auction House.
Bunch of rich yokels inside_

[caption #2679]
Yes! Now I'll be able to go play at the art-lover's house again!

[caption #2680]
Every once in a while, something very rare is sold here_

[caption #2681]
The house to the north belongs to Owzer. He's a collector of fine paintings.

[caption #2682]

    A still-life of flowers.<EOP>

    They almost look alive_

[caption #2683]

    Picture of an old urn.

[caption #2684]

  Looks like a treasure chest.

[caption #2685]

        A lamp, maybe?

[caption #2686]

     This looks ancient_

[caption #2687]

      Ah! Some armor.

[caption #2688]

  Emperor Gestahl's portrait.

[caption #2689]

   Picture of a lovely lady.

[caption #2690]
Owzer sought out a highly skilled artist to come and paint for him.

[caption #2691]
I saw the Emperor recently! <D>
A painting of him, that is_
It's in Owzer's house.

[caption #2692]
The people here love the opera!

[caption #2693]
Lately I've seen a lot of carrier pigeons flying towards Maranda. Who can be sending all the letters?

[caption #2694]
The other day I read Owzer's diary. It was just lying there!

[caption #2695]
A while ago a little girl entered the art-collector's house_

[caption #2696]
Th-that was a spirit!

[caption #2697]
I went up to talk to Owzer,
but he's nowhere to be found.

[caption #2698]
The world's so different now_

[caption #2699]

          Received the
      [Emperor's Letter.]<EOP>

The letter reads as follows:<EOP>

The treasure is hidden where the mountains form a star_

[caption #2700]
<A8>: The stone_!
Won't you take the stone?!

[caption #2701]

   Looks awfully familiar_

[caption #2702]


       Stay_away_
<D6>

[caption #2703]

  Emperor Gestahl's portrait.

[caption #2704]
It's Owzer's diary_<EOP>
Read it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2705]
<C> (Read the next page.)
<C> (Read it later.)

[caption #2706]
Just spent an absolute fortune. It's my largest painting yet,
so I won't be able to put it with the others.<EOP>
I'll decide later where to display it.

[caption #2707]
An artist came from Zozo today. He wanted me to see his work. What a waste of time.

[caption #2708]
Bought a new stairway lamp at the Item Shop. Expensive, but one flip of the switch and everything's bright and cheery.

[caption #2709]
I invited over an artist from Kohlingen. About as talented as a bucket_

[caption #2710]
Something's happening to me.
It started when I had that picture painted_<EOP>
And I've started hearing odd noises coming from downstairs.

[caption #2711]

    The diary ends here_

[caption #2712]
Owzer: <A8>_
Please, come back soon_
*cough*_*wheeze*.

[caption #2713]
Owzer: P_please_ <D>
Help that painting!!<EOP>
[The painting?!]<EOP>
Owzer: It's_there's a monster hiding in my prized painting of a goddess_
[A monster?!]<EOP>
Owzer: Yes_
And now it's nearly impossible to get it to show itself_

[caption #2714]
Chadarnook: G'fu, fu, fu_ <D>
Who're these numbskulls?<EOP>
No one_NO ONE_is going to remove me from this fine new painting!!

[caption #2715]
Owzer: No! Noooo! You can't ruin this painting of my revered goddess! Aim only for the demon, not the art!

[caption #2716]
<A8>: Ahhhhh!<EOP>
Owzer: <A8>! We can't attack this masterpiece! It would be inexcusable!

[caption #2717]
<A8>: Hey! Relax! The demon croaked!

[caption #2718]
Owzer: Thanks for saving the day! This picture's more precious to me than my own life!<EOP>
<A8>: Huh?! Is that so?

[caption #2719]
[Now_what was a monster doing in that picture?!]<EOP>
Owzer: It all started when I bought a stone at the Auction House.<EOP>
I took one look at it and suddenly felt I needed a portrait of Lakshmi.<EOP>
I asked several artists, but none could muster enough skill.<EOP>
It was then that I heard about
<A8>'s amazing ability. I brought
her here, and put her to work.<EOP>
But while she was painting, that
thing came along_ <D> It must have
been enticed here by that stone.

[caption #2720]
Where is the stone_?<EOP>
Owzer: The stone? <D>
Over on that bookshelf.

[caption #2721]
Owzer: Hey, not that. That's priceless!<EOP>
But_seeing as you saved my hide, I'll give it to you as well.

[caption #2722]
[This is Magicite_]<EOP>
Owzer: Phew. I don't need any more bad luck. Just take it and go!

[caption #2723]
Owzer: The stone in question is in the middle of the shelf.

[caption #2724]
You're gonna love this!<EOP>
Deathgaze can't restore his HP after battle! Just keep fighting him, and in time you'll defeat him!

[caption #2725]
First time I've been here_
This ain't the kinda place for a poor bum like me!
-sigh-

[caption #2726]
Okay! <D>Here's our next item!

[caption #2727]

   The Magicite, [Zona Seeker]!<EOP>

Who'll give me 500 Gil?

[caption #2728]

    The Magicite, [Golem]!<EOP>

Who'll give me 1000 Gil?

[caption #2729]
This is astounding!
A real, talking Chocobo!!<EOP>

Do I hear 1000 Gil?

[caption #2730]

    1/1200 model of an airship!<EOP>

Do I hear 5000 Gil?

[caption #2731]
You're not gonna believe this! Quality, high-tech merchandise!
It's a [Robotic Imp]!<EOP>

Do I hear 5 Gil?

[caption #2732]

     Received the Magicite
              [Lakshmi.]

[caption #2733]
Child: Papa! I want that! Please!

[caption #2734]
Papa: No, you don't! Now, pipe down!

[caption #2735]
Child: I want it_I want it!
Buy it! <D>Pretty please!

[caption #2736]
Papa: Ho, ho, ho_All right!
But just this once! And_ <D>_ <D>
Keep it a secret from Mama!

[caption #2737]
Child: Yahoo!!!
Thanks, Papa! Yahoo!

[caption #2738]
Papa: 500000 Gil!

[caption #2739]
G'huh?! 500000 Gil?!

[caption #2740]
Papa: 1000000 Gil!

[caption #2741]
WHAT?! 1000000 Gil?!

[caption #2742]
Sold, to this lucky person.
Take it away, please!

[caption #2743]
Papa: Well, we have our treat for the day. Let's go home!<EOP>
Child: Yahoo! Yippy!!!!

[caption #2744]
Well, that's all for today!
Come back again real soon!

[caption #2745]
Papa!
Let's buy lot s of stuff today, too!

[caption #2746]
Oh, how could I refuse those cute little eyes?! Ho, ho, ho_

[caption #2747]

    Not enough money_

[caption #2748]
Owzer: What a tremendous gift!<EOP>
This young lady's pictures just might help salvage this rotting world of ours!<EOP>
[We need to take <A8> with us!]<EOP>
She might just be our only chance to restore the sunny days of our not-too-distant past!

[caption #2749]
Owzer: *Cough*_*hack*_
<A8>: Old man! <D>
Are you all right?!<EOP>
Owzer: You think things will ever be as they were?<EOP>
[_We don't know_]
but if we don't try_
Owzer: We'll lose everything_<EOP>
[We haven't much time.
We need <A8>'s help now_]

[caption #2750]
Owzer: Let me at least hug her
<D>one last time_

[caption #2751]
Owzer: <A8>_
<D>*Cough*_*Hackack*_
Will you come back some day?<EOP>
And paint me another of your masterpieces?

[caption #2752]
<A8>: I'll come back.
Owzer: Thank you_
Such a nice girl!

[caption #2753]
<A8>: I have to go!
But fear not, I'll be back to finish this painting!<EOP>
Owzer: I'll be waiting for you!

[caption #2754]

     Received the Magicite
              [Zona Seeker.]

[caption #2755]

     Received the Magicite
              [Golem.]

[caption #2756]

My beloved_
<D>We'll always be together_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2757]
I'm Curly!

[caption #2758]
I'm Larry!

[caption #2759]
I'm Moe!

[caption #2760]
We're the Three Dream Stooges!

[caption #2761]
This man's soul is ours!

[caption #2762]
Today we dine well!!!

[caption #2763]
[WAIT!!!]

[caption #2764]
Back off! I'm not gonna mess
with ya unless my brothers
are here! See ya!

[caption #2765]
Good, everyone's here!
Let's rumble!

[caption #2766]

Please_
<D>Save my husband_
<D>Save <A2>_

[caption #2767]
Where are we?!

[caption #2768]

We're inside_
<D><A2>'s soul_

[caption #2769]

My husband_ <D><A2> continues to torture himself for what happened_<EOP>

That he failed to protect Doma_
<D>That he couldn't save the world_
<D>and that he couldn't help us_

[caption #2770]

Taking advantage of his despair,
a beast known as Wrexsoul has latched onto him.

[caption #2771]
Wrexsoul_A monster composed by many bitter, empty souls who died during the War of the Magi.

[caption #2772]

They're wreaking havoc on Papa!
Please help him!!

[caption #2773]
Please_ <D>help <A2>_<EOP>

Papa doesn't deserve this_!

[caption #2774]
Papa_fishing is boring! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2775]
This is but another part of your training. We must all learn patience. <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2776]
I love fishing! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2777]
Thou hast grown quite strong!
<D>With a little more practice, thou
will be Doma's finest swordsman! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2778]
Yippee! Papa praised me!
<D>I'm gonna go tell Mama! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2779]
Sweetheart__
<D>Do you love me? <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2780]
Wha_ of all the things to ask.
<D>A true warrior does not say things like that! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2781]
I__I_love <D>thee.
<D>_I love thee more than anything_ <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2782]
I heard that! Yipee!
<D>[I love thee_I love thee_]
<D>Papa loves Mama! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2783]
Owain! Hush! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2784]
You must be Wrexsoul!
<D>We want <A2> back!

[caption #2785]
I heard that! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2786]
You're too late! <D> He cannot escape me! He is overcome by despair at his own powerlessness!<EOP>
I am fed by his anger, <D>hatred <D>and sorrow! And I hunger for_ <D>you!

[caption #2787]
<A2>: I thank thee.

[caption #2788]
<A2>: I heard my wife and children calling out to me!<EOP>
Their voices finally gave me the strength and courage live on.

[caption #2789]

Thank you, my love_ <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2790]

I knew Papa was strong!!! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2791]
<A2>: No_
<D>I did not do anything_
<D>then_ <D>and I cannot now_ <D>
<D>I am a man without honor_

[caption #2792]

No!
<D>You have entirely too much_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2793]

Papa_
<D>We love you! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2794]

We'll always be <D>at your side_ <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2795]
<A2>: Elayne and Owain live on in my heart!<EOP>
I can no longer dwell on the past.
<D>I must follow the road which I believe to be right_

[caption #2796]

<A2>'s soul cleared itself of all doubt and confusion.

[caption #2797]

<A2>'s mastered all of his Bushido sword skills.

[caption #2798]

     Received the Magicite
              [Alexander.]

[caption #2799]
Memorize the positions.
This knowledge might save you.

[caption #2800]

    Received [Lump of Metal.]

[caption #2801]
<A5>: You don't suppose_
<A11>, could this be your father?<EOP>
<A11>: Uooo_

[caption #2802]
<A5>: Come on, <A11>.
It's true, right?
<A11>: _fffatherrr_?<EOP>
<A5>: Yes. This is definitely your father.<EOP>
<A11>: __???
_<A11>'s_father?!
Oooogauooooo!

[caption #2803]
<A5>: Right!
Let's go tell your father the news!<EOP>
He needs to know you're his son!

[caption #2804]
<A5>: Just a minute_
We can't just go there with you looking like this.<EOP>
<A5>: I know! Let's go to Jidoor and get you spiffed up!

[caption #2805]
<A5>: No, <A11>!
Don't eat with your fingers!

[caption #2806]
<A11>: Yaoooo_

[caption #2807]
<A5>: Don't say [Yaoooo] when you mean [Yes!]

[caption #2808]
<A11>: Ho!

[caption #2809]
<A5>: __

[caption #2810]
<A0>: How do you like these?
Wait! What about those?<EOP>
Hm_oh well_

[caption #2811]
<A0>: Did you say something?
[N_no! Nothing_
_Uh huh_]

[caption #2812]
<A6>: Which is it gonna be?
Oh! This is nice_but_
Do you think this is becomming of <A11>? Mmm_<EOP>
Oh, pick something, already_!

[caption #2813]
<A6>: What?!
[_Nothing_]

[caption #2814]
<A2>: Now this is a fine and jaunty little hat!<EOP>
[Maybe if he were a clown_]

[caption #2815]
<A2>: What was that? If he wore a crown?<EOP>
Ha! We don't want his father thinking he's some kind of prince, now, do we?<EOP>
[__]

[caption #2816]
<A5>: This is it! A martial arts gi? <EOP>
<A5>: Perfect! Functional yet sporty! Done!<EOP>
[I don't think_]

[caption #2817]
<A9>: Phew!
Completely lacking in fashion sense_<EOP>
<A9>: Excuse me, sir.
Could you order some clothes like the ones I'm wearing?<EOP>
Impossible!
<A9>! How dare you think of sticking him in that kinda getup?!

[caption #2818]
<A4>: I got it!
A tuxedo, silk hat_and_
_a rose in his teeth!

[caption #2819]
<A1>: I think that's overdoing it just a bit_He should have a bandana on his head!

[caption #2820]
<A4>: What's so great about a bandana? Most of the time I see 'em tied around dogs at the beach!

[caption #2821]
<A1>: HEY! What do you mean by that?

[caption #2822]
<A5>: Okay, <A11>? Now, any father'd be glad to have a son like you!
<A11>: Hooo_

[caption #2823]
<A5>: Excuse me, Sir.
Aged Man: Who'n blazes 'r you? <D>
Oh! The repairman!<EOP>
<A5>: Sir_
You_had a son once, didn't you?
You did, right?!

[caption #2824]
<A5>: Now, Sir_ <D>
Aged Man: Oh! Yes! I'd like you to make those repairs on the double!<EOP>
<A5>: Sir_
You_had a son once, didn't you?
You did, right?

[caption #2825]
Aged Man: _son?
<A5>: Right.
The truth is, he's alive!
Speak up, <A11>!

[caption #2826]
<A11>: Fffatherrr_

[caption #2827]
Aged Man: What is this?!
What's with this [son] business? I never had a son!

[caption #2828]
Aged Man: But now that you mention it, I once had a terrible dream. <D> In it, a demon-child was born!<EOP>
I grabbed the creature, and rushed off to the Veldt with it_
<D>It was crying like crazy when I arrived on the Veldt.<EOP>
<A5>: But, Sir_!

[caption #2829]
Aged Man: I left the child there_ <D>
And without looking back,
I turned and started to run.<EOP>
<A5>: I'm trying to tell you_

[caption #2830]
Aged Man: Suddenly the crying stopped. I turned around and saw a frightful monster_<EOP>
Hideous! Still gives me the shakes.
<A5>: I give up_this man's hopeless_

[caption #2831]
Aged Man: But you, young man, your parents must be proud of you! I still dream of being chased by that demon child_<EOP>
Frightening_those dreams_

[caption #2832]
<A5>: Why! You old_
Not even thinking of <A11>'s feelings.
I'm gonna knock some sense into him!!

[caption #2833]
<A11>: Uwaooo_ooooo_

[caption #2834]
Aged Man: Eh?
Say, is everything fixed yet?

[caption #2835]
Aged Man: The repairman,
at last!<EOP>
[Uh, no. I was wondering if you knew anything about Emperor Gestahl's map_]<EOP>
Aged Man: Map_?! <D>
Everyone's askin' 'bout that map!<EOP>
Pardon?!<EOP>
Aged Man: Little while ago, some guy wearin' a bandana asked for the map. So I told him!<EOP>
W_where is it?

[caption #2836]
Aged Man: It's where the mountains form a star-shape!<EOP>
You should have just come out and asked me. No need to be shy!

[caption #2837]
Aged Man: Got it?! Where the mountains form the shape of
a star!

[caption #2838]
<A5>: I_I'm sorry_

[caption #2839]
<A11>: Fffatherrr_alive_
H_ <D>a_ <D>p_ <D>p_ <D>y_

[caption #2840]
__Not enough money.

[caption #2841]
HP and MP recovered, and status ailments, like Poison, cured!

[caption #2842]
First time I've been back in a while, and the village looks trashed.
What on earth happened?

[caption #2843]
I am Gungho. Warrior extraordinaire from the town of Thamasa.

[caption #2844]
<A7>: G_Gungho?!

[caption #2845]
If you're looking for the man dressed all in black, he left for the colosseum.

[caption #2846]
One day, a man working for an aristocrat in Jidoor came and took that young woman back with him!

[caption #2847]
I saw a monster floating in the sky! It looked just like a giant bat!

[caption #2848]
All the fun places are gone now.

[caption #2849]
For the first time in 50 years, Ebot's Rock is above water! I wonder if it's because of the earthquake that destroyed the world_<EOP>
Anyway, head north of town if you want to see it.

[caption #2850]
Gungho: Is that you, <A7>? Have you come back to hunt Hidon?

[caption #2851]
I've got <A7> on my side now, but what a monumental bag of hot air!

[caption #2852]
Gungho: He'll never change.
That's who he is!

[caption #2853]
When you were younger you hunted Hidon, the legendary monster. But you quit before you found it_

[caption #2854]
<A7>: I didn't really quit!<EOP>
It's just that, well, the monster lives only on Ebot's Rock, which has been submerged for some time.<EOP>
Gungho: You never could give me an honest answer.

[caption #2855]
Gungho: What a buffoon!

[caption #2856]
Mayor: It's only been a year
since the world changed_
But it feels like forever.

[caption #2857]
<A8>: Yea! We're back!<EOP>
It's like old times!

[caption #2858]
<A7>: Time to relax!
<D>Home sweet home!

[caption #2859]
<A8>: This is terrible!
Gungho's hurt!

[caption #2860]
<A7>: Gungho, wake up!

[caption #2861]
<A7>: Who did this to you?<EOP>
Gungho: It was_Hidon, the beast you and I used to hunt. I almost had it_

[caption #2862]
Gungho: Oooh_*cough, cough*_

[caption #2863]
Gungho: <A7>_
Please_you must avenge me_

[caption #2864]
<A7>: You took on Hidon_?

[caption #2865]
<A8>: Gramps!
Why are you hesitating?!

[caption #2866]
<A7>: Well_ <D>I spent my youth chasing that creature.
But as I grew older, I abandoned the dreams of my youth.<EOP>
To do it again at this age is more than I bargained for.

[caption #2867]
<A7>: Gungho_rest easy, I'll do it for you!

[caption #2868]
<A8>: Just a minute! You don't think you're going alone, do you?

[caption #2869]
<A7>: I have to face that monster and not run like I did before. It is my obsession, not yours.

[caption #2870]
<A8>: But Grandpa! Don't be so stubborn! This [obsession] of yours could easily kill you!<EOP>
I'm your granddaughter. I can't just sit and watch while you make things harder for yourself.

[caption #2871]
<A7>: Sorry, <A8>.
It means a lot to me that you care so much.<EOP>
But as its name implies, the Hidon is extremely difficult to find.<EOP>
No one will ever find him if I don't go.

[caption #2872]
<A7>: Next stop, Ebot's Rock.

[caption #2873]
<A8>: Phew_

[caption #2874]
Treasure Chest: I'm hungry!<EOP>
Hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry!!<EOP>
Feed me! <D>
Otherwise, I won't let you by!

[caption #2875]
Skinflint! Git outta here!

[caption #2876]
You must have more than one of those!

[caption #2877]
I'm not happy unless I have plenty to eat!

[caption #2878]
Munch <D>munch <D>munch <D>
Muurp_that was great. <D>
Bring me some more!

[caption #2879]
Munch <D>munch <D>munch <D>
G'nnnaa! What a feast!
I'm stuffed. Completely full!

[caption #2880]
I like to eat [Coral]!
Have any?<EOP>
Hand over some [Coral]?
<C>(Sure.)
<C>(I don't think so.)

[caption #2881]

  Received a piece of [Coral.]

[caption #2882]

  Received 2 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2883]

  Received 3 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2884]

  Received 5 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2885]
Treasure Chest: *bluuurp!* Whew!

[caption #2886]
Treasure Chest: Oh, yeah! You wanna pass through here, right?

[caption #2887]
Treasure Chest: Eh! What the_?!

[caption #2888]
<A7>: That's Hidon!

[caption #2889]
<A7>: I did it!
I_I_<D>I actually beat Hidon!

[caption #2890]
<A7>: I have to tell Gungho he is avenged!

[caption #2891]
<A7>: Gungho_!

[caption #2892]
Gungho: What's all the hullabaloo?!<EOP>
<A7>: Listen to me!
I DEFEATED Hidon!

[caption #2893]
Gungho: You WHAT?!
You b_beat Hidon?!
<D>You're lying! LYING!

[caption #2894]
<A8>: No, he's not!
He really defeated Hidon.

[caption #2895]
<A7>: Ho, ho, ho!<EOP>
Well, a little monster like that could hardly expect to stand up to the likes of me!

[caption #2896]
Gungho: I don't believe this.
This has to be a joke!
<A7>: Ho, ho, ho!!<EOP>
<A7>: _by the way, how are your wounds healing, Gungho?

[caption #2897]
Gungho: Eh? <D>Oh, they're fine_

[caption #2898]


        That evening__

[caption #2899]
<A7>: There I was, in a cave that seemed endless. Then, before I knew it, Hidon appeared!

[caption #2900]
<A7>: I stared Hidon straight in the eye, lifted my staff, and let him have it!<EOP>

   G'Pow!<EOP>

   Thwack!<EOP>

   Crash!

[caption #2901]
<A7>: I wanted to show my enemy the true meaning of the word, [hero]!<EOP>
If only your were there to see me_

[caption #2902]
<A7>: And then__ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2903]
<A8>: What happened to Grandpa?<EOP>
Gungho: Huh? Finally! He nodded off.

[caption #2904]
Gungho: However_ <D>Let's let him be! He's nice and_quiet_Now, about my [wounds]_

[caption #2905]
<A8>: Wait! First let me thank you.<EOP>
You gave Grandpa a reason to go and defeat something that had tormented him for decades!<EOP>
Even if YOU were faking, that creature meant business!

[caption #2906]
Gungho: What a granddaughter he's raised! Amazing!<EOP>
<A8>: And what a terrible actor you are!

[caption #2907]
<A8>: Only <A7> could have been taken in by that performance!

[caption #2908]
Gungho: Everything okay?

[caption #2909]
Gungho: Hidon's appeared at Ebot's Rock again!

[caption #2910]
During the past year I've traveled the world over.<EOP>
Wanna hear some of my stories?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2911]
North of the Veldt is a small, triangular island.

[caption #2912]
The island is home to a monster that could suck up an entire ocean.<EOP>
What do you suppose might happen if it sucked you inside? That much I don't know!

[caption #2913]
Gungho: What the_?

[caption #2914]
This is Figaro, the desert castle.

[caption #2915]
Wait!

[caption #2916]
Hey! Oh, it's you. Proceed.

[caption #2917]
Figaro and the Empire are allies!

[caption #2918]
Figaro Castle is the most modern structure in the world!

[caption #2919]
It doesn't look like it, but this castle incorporates some of the most high-tech devices in existence. For example_

[caption #2920]
Oops_they're all top-secret!

[caption #2921]
You've seen it, haven't you?

[caption #2922]
Eh?__Who <E$01>might <E$01>you <E$01>be?

[caption #2923]
<A1>: This is the pits.
We'd better hightail it southward, to Figaro.

[caption #2924]
This is the frozen esper_

[caption #2925]
Guard: We won't hand over the esper!

[caption #2926]
Guard: Ymir! Get them!

[caption #2927]
Scram, you blockhead.

[caption #2928]
Back to your post.

[caption #2929]
Time's up? Good! I'll take a break!

[caption #2930]
I'm not buying anything!

[caption #2931]
The Empire has taken possession here.

[caption #2932]
A detached force is making its way toward Narshe. We'll link up with them soon.

[caption #2933]
That clown, Kefka, is on the verge of invading Narshe.

[caption #2934]
Duncan's Wife: I'm sure there's a hidden passage under the rich man's house. Find the room that's drafty.

[caption #2935]
Merchant: You're that notorious
thief, <A1>, aren't you?<EOP>
<A1>: Hey! Call me a treasure hunter, or I'll rip your lungs out!

[caption #2936]
Merchant: Excuuuse me!

[caption #2937]
Merchant: Look! As luck would have it, I'm fresh out of merchandise!<EOP>
<C>(I'm gonna pound your face!)
<C>(Guess I'm out of luck!)

[caption #2938]
Merchant: Thanks to the Empire, my business is up!

[caption #2939]
Peace has been restored, but my husband never returned.

[caption #2940]
You say peace is really here to stay?

[caption #2941]
There's nothing like being free!

[caption #2942]
Now I can relax and drink my rum in peace.

[caption #2943]
Need a rest?
<C>(Yes)
<C>(No)

[caption #2944]
Kue!

[caption #2945]
<C>(Ride a chocobo?)
<C>(Not yet.)

[caption #2946]
Recovery spring!

[caption #2947]

The three groups have reached
Narshe, and a decisive battle is
about to take place_

[caption #2948]

     Received [<I>]!

[caption #2949]

     Learned [<S>]!

[caption #2950]

     Found <N> Gil!

[caption #2951]

             Empty!

[caption #2952]
80 Gil per night!
Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2953]
Good mattress for 150 Gil!
Stay a while?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2954]
You can stay for 250 Gil.
Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2955]

   Choose a scenario_kupo!

[caption #2956]
Right. We're going in!

[caption #2957]
Chocobo ride for 80 Gil.
Hop aboard?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2958]
Chocobo ride for 150 Gil.
Hop aboard?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2959]

     Monster-in-a-box! <D4>

[caption #2960]
Use the crane to go down?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2961]
The Warring Triad are up ahead_

[caption #2962]
   Divide into 3 groups.
   Use the Y Button to switch
   between them.

[caption #2963]
<A0>: General Leo_I believe I understand what you're trying to say.

[caption #2964]
<A1>: As long as there're people who need to be protected, I'll fight!

[caption #2965]
<A2>: What an amazing device, sirs!

[caption #2966]
<A3>: __

[caption #2967]
<A4>: If something happens to me, all the world's women will grieve!

[caption #2968]
<A5>: Riiiiiight!

[caption #2969]
<A6>: I'm glad I made it this far_I feel I have a lot to live for_

[caption #2970]
<A7>: Hey everyone! Let me see that sparkle in your eyes! The old man, here, hasn't given up yet!

[caption #2971]
<A8>: Let's do it! Let's go get that madman!

[caption #2972]
<A9>: We've got good fortune on our side!

[caption #2973]
A piece of Magicite popped out of Deathgaze's mouth!

[caption #2974]

     Received the Magicite
              [Bahamut.]

[caption #2975]
<A4>: It's time to break into Kefka's domain!

[caption #2976]
<A9>: What's wrong? <A6>__

[caption #2977]
<A6>: The Warring Triad are the gods of all the magic of the Esper World. If we destroy those gods_

[caption #2978]
<A4>: What'll happen?

[caption #2979]
<A6>: I'm really not sure, but_

[caption #2980]
<A6>: The espers, and magic, too, will cease to exist.

[caption #2981]
<A7>: The espers_and magic, too, will most definitely vanish from this world.

[caption #2982]
<A4>: And then_

[caption #2983]
<A6>: What will happen to _
<A0>_?

[caption #2984]



     Welcome, fools!

[caption #2985]
I knew you'd make it here, so
I've prepared some suitable
entertainment for you!

[caption #2986]
How long are you going to let this destruction continue, Kefka?<EOP>
Kefka: I've tapped into the ultimate power. Behold_!

[caption #2987]
Kefka: Such magnificent power!
You are like insects to me!

[caption #2988]
Kefka: I will exterminate everyone, and everything!

[caption #2989]
People will keep rebuilding the things you take from them!

[caption #2990]
Kefka: Then I'll destroy those too. Why do people rebuild things they know are going to be destroyed?<EOP>
Why do people cling to life when they know they can't live forever?<EOP>
Just think how meaningless each one of your lives is!

[caption #2991]
It's not the end result of one's life that's important!<EOP>
It's the day-to-day concerns, the personal victories, and the celebration of life_and love!

[caption #2992]
It's enough if people are able to experience the joy that each day can bring!

[caption #2993]
Kefka: And you've found your [joy], in this world that is so close to death_?

[caption #2994]
Yes!

[caption #2995]
<A0>: I know what love is_!

[caption #2996]
<A1>: A person worth protecting.

[caption #2997]
<A2>: My wife and son live on inside of me.

[caption #2998]
<A3>: I know what friendship is_ and family_

[caption #2999]
<A4>: It is my dream to build a kingdom in which I can guarantee freedom, and dignity.

[caption #3000]
<A5>: I have come to experience anew the love of my brother!

[caption #3001]
<A6>: I've met someone who can accept me for who I am.

[caption #3002]
<A7>: I have a special little granddaughter!

[caption #3003]
<A8>: And I have a brave and obnoxious grandpa who I can't live without.

[caption #3004]
<A9>: Wings from a dear old friend!

[caption #3005]
<A10>: I have my friends here, kupo!

[caption #3006]
<A11>: You my friends!
Me uwaooo all of you!

[caption #3007]
Kefka: Bleh! You people make me sick! You sound like chapters from
a self-help booklet!
Prepare yourselves!

[caption #3008]
Kefka: Now, for my next trick, I will make you all_disappear! Say goodbye to your sick little reasons for living!

[caption #3009]
No, Kefka! Stop!

[caption #3010]
Kefka: I command the greatest
power in the universe!
You are all helpless before me!

[caption #3011]
Kefka: I will destroy everything_
I will create a monument to non-existence!

[caption #3012]
Life will go on!
There will always be people,
and dreams!

[caption #3013]
Kefka: No!
I will hunt them down.
I will destroy it all!
Destroy! Destroy! Destroy!

[caption #3014]
We won't allow you to hurt any more people!

[caption #3015]
Kefka: Hee, hee, hee!
But what fun is destruction if no [precious] lives are lost!

[caption #3016]
It ends here, Kefka!

[caption #3017]
Kefka: Oh! But it hasn't yet begun!
And I'm giving you a front-row seat!

[caption #3018]
The tower's breaking up!

[caption #3019]
There's no time to lose!
The airship's just ahead. Let's GO!

[caption #3020]
<A6>: <A0>!
What's wrong?

[caption #3021]
<A4>: The espers_
They are ceasing to exist_

[caption #3022]
<A0>: Come with me. I can lead you out with my last ounce of strength.

[caption #3023]
<A6>: Come on, everybody!
We have to work together!

[caption #3024]
The Magicite_<EOP>
Magic is disappearing from this world_

[caption #3025]
<A6>: You mean <A0> too?

[caption #3026]
<A0>!!!!

[caption #3027]
<A0>: Everyone's calling out to me.

[caption #3028]
<A6>: <A0>!
You're back!

[caption #3029]
<A0>: Come with me! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #3030]
<A4>: The last piece of Magicite! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3031]
<A6>: <A0>! It's okay!
Your power! It's fading_ <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3032]
<A6>: <A0>! Your power is getting weaker_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3033]
<A4>: Follow her! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #3034]
<A9>: Leave it to me! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #3035]


     Don't give up, Katarin_! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3036]


     Gotta hang in there_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3037]

     _for a while longer_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3038]
Just a little longer_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3039]
Where's <A0>?! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3040]
<A6>: <A0>! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3041]
<A0>: Thank you, <A9>! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3042]
<A9>: Didn't I say it before?! This is the world's fastest ship! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3043]

<A4>: <A2>!
Think you can handle that switch?! <E$0A><OP$12><EOP>

<A2>: Machines_
I HATE machines! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3044]
<A2>: You just have to show technology who is boss!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3045]
<A9>: Wait! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3046]
<A9>: Let's go that way! <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>

Gotta go with your gut, even if the coin flips the other way! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3047]

<A9>: Darill_I'm starting to sound just like you! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3048]

<A10>: Heeeeelp me, kupo! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3049]

<A10>: The hair! Watch the hair! I'm not a stuffed animal, kupo! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3050]

<A6>: It won't open! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3051]

<A13>: U'ghaaaa! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3052]
<A4>: Where's <A5> when you need him_? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #3053]
<A5>: I didn't turn my back on the kingdom, big brother_ <E$06><OP$12><EOP>
I knew you'd be a better king. I trained hard knowing I might have to help you one day_ <E$0A><OP$12><EOP>
 That's why I went to become stronger! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3054]

<A4>: Ladies first! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3055]
<A11>: <A11> find short cut! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3056]
<A6>: Both buttons have to be pressed simultaneously_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3057]

<A9>: <A12>!
Watch <A6> and do exactly what she does! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3058]

Come on! This floor's about to break apart! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3059]

<A6>: <A1>! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3060]

<A1>: I will not let go_
<D>_I promise! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3061]
<A9>: Don't fall!
Remember, you promised me you'd do your [Maria] act again! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3062]

You almost died trying to pick up that silly trinket! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3063]

<A9>: What a woman!
Going after a bandana at the risk of your own life! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3064]
<A6>: This is my good luck charm_ <D>When I found this, it changed my fate_ <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3065]
<A6>: <A1>_
Promise me someday you'll protect me like that again?! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3066]

<A0>: Father__? <E$0A><OP$12>

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Maduin: <A0>_we must part now. We espers will disappear from this world. You may fade away as well_ <E$10><OP$12>

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Maduin: But if the human part of you is very strongly attached to something or someone_ <E$10><OP$12><EOP>

You will probably be able to remain in this world as a human being_ <E$10><OP$12>

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<A8>: Grandpa!
Stop goofing around! <E$0A><OP$12>

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<A7>: Sorry, dear_
<A8>: If I hear even a peep out of you, I'm gonna draw your portrait! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3071]

<A7>: No!
Anything but that! <E$08><OP$12>

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<A8>: _ <D> _but you know_
Just once I'd really like to do a real portrait of you_on canvas, of course! <E$0A><OP$12>

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<A7>: <A8>!
How can you be thinking about pictures at a time like this?!
I'm all misty-eyed. Can't see_ <E$08><OP$12>

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<A3>: Go on, Interceptor!
Get going! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3075]
<A3>: Baram! I'm going to stop running. I don't need to anymore!
I'll be seeing you again soon_ <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3076]

<A3>: Stay well_ <E$08><OP$12>

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<A7>: No_NO!!!!
A [kid] like me doesn't know the meaning of defeat! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3078]

<A7>: Gotcha! <E$08><OP$12>

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<A8>: I won't be done in by an older woman! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3080]

<A8>: Wait a minute, lover boy! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3081]

<A8>: You can't just throw me aside! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3082]

<A8>: How about a nice portrait for you, hmm?! <E$08><OP$12>