Chapter 18 - The Golden Scheme

• Claude leverages his victory at the Battle of Gronder to secure reinforcements from Alliance lords. Meanwhile, the Imperial army continues to tighten its defenses at Fort Merceus in anticipation of an attack on the Imperial capital.

Events

• 5/2: The Impregnable Fortress
• 5/3: Explore - Chapter 18 - The Golden Scheme
• 5/9: Annette's Birthday
• 5/10: Explore - Chapter 18 - The Golden Scheme
• 5/17: Explore - Chapter 18 - The Golden Scheme
• 5/18: Raphael's Birthday
• 5/21: Saint Macuil Day
  A day for offering prayers to Saint Macuil of the Four Saints.
• 5/24: Explore - Chapter 18 - The Golden Scheme
• 5/27: Mercedes's Birthday
• 5/30: The Death Knight
• 5/31: Mission Day

Before Battle

• While awaiting reinforcements, the Alliance predicts the Empire will continue to fortify its defenses at Fort Merceus. Knowing this risk, Claude and a select few advance, hoping to gain entry to the fort through deception.

Battle - Taking Fort Merceus

Fort Merceus, said to be impregnable, lies between you and Enbarr, the Imperial Capital. Seizing the sturdy fortress will require a carefully devised strategy.

After Battle

• Javelins of Light
• The Alliance Leader's True Identity