Outset of a Power Struggle

We will join forces with the main army and attack Garreg Mach.

It's a fortress built on steep ground, but it's never seen battle.

That means we don't know much about it from a military perspective. But if we use all of the power at our disposal, we will capture it.

From a purely mathematical standpoint, we most certainly have the power to win.

If the battle becomes a clash of beasts with inhuman strength...

You will be our only hope. I believe in you.

I'm relying on you to lead the Black Eagle Strike Force to victory.

Please use that gift to guide others down the path that Lady Edelgard has laid before us.

I ask you to do this from the bottom of my heart.

It is not up to Her Majesty to bring the students to our cause. That task falls to you.

You are uniquely able to provide emotional support.

Please use that gift to guide others down the path that Lady Edelgard has laid before us.

I ask you to do this from the bottom of my heart.

It is not up to Her Majesty to bring the students to our cause. That task falls to you.

Those who have forsaken their homelands to join the Empire will be feeling...vulnerable.

You are uniquely able to provide emotional support.

Please use that gift to guide others down the path that Lady Edelgard has laid before us.

I ask you to do this from the bottom of my heart.

I asked Edelgard what happened to my father. He was dismissed as prime minister and is under house arrest in the Imperial capital.

He always was a greedy, arrogant man. Some would say that this is the fate he deserves.

And yet I cannot help but feel indignant. After all his hard work for the Empire, to be disgraced like this!

I am conflicted, Professor. I do not know what to do.

As the next Duke Aegir, should I follow Edelgard into battle?

The most important nobles in the Empire are known for taking power from the previous emperor, my father included.

I didn't think it possible that the Imperial princess could ascend the throne so easily.

However, it seems that both my father and Caspar's are supporting Edelgard...

Having both the Minister of Domestic Affairs and Minister of Military Affairs on your side gives you total control over the Empire's military and finances.

They must have been making preparations for quite some time without anyone noticing...

That could have gotten dangerous fast. If I stayed at the monastery, I would've had to fight my father!

We aren't especially close, but he's not an opponent I'd want to face.

I'd almost rather fight a monster!

Anyway, it looks like he's going to be leading the western units.

I wonder if we'll wind up fighting the Kingdom's army, and who decided to fight for the church...

I don't even get my own room here! At least I had that at home.

But speaking of home, Hubert told me something.

He said my father was stripped of his title. I guess he did as he pleased and opposed Edelgard.

Wait, does that mean my father's going to be home all the time now?

On second thought, I think I'm fine right here.

Edelgard became emperor and raised an army, huh? Who knew the kid had it in her?

I mean, yeah, of course, I knew she'd be emperor eventually, but...

The more I think about it, the more surprised I am. I wonder who's going to win?

The Empire and Brigid were once warring with each other.

But now, I have made the decision to be fighting with the Empire.

It is a choice of irony, I feel. But I am having no regret.

My belief is with you and with Edelgard.

I've been preparing to take this path.

My own path—not my old man's, and not the boar's.

I can't bring myself to trust the Church of Seiros. Not after they killed Lonato and my brother.

I need to know the truth.

Even if it means...turning my weapon on Faerghus.

I guess Lonato would be happy to hear me say that, if he were still around.

I've gone and done it now, huh? What would my old man say if he knew I'd sided with the Empire?

His Highness must be angry. Dimitri gets super scary when he's like that.

I wonder how I'm going to die... Ugh, my knees turn to jelly just thinking about it.

No, I can't think that way. I promised to fight alongside you. I'm here until the end.

Heh, listen to me. I'm terrified, but I feel so calm.

Surely this is what the goddess willed, isn't it?

I feel she would not have wanted the Church of Seiros to become what it has...

Um, Professor...

I'm OK with fighting whoever we need to, but I really don't want to battle my father...

Oh, but I know that something is wrong with the church...

And more than that, I believe in you, and I trust your word. You lead and I'll follow.

I may return to Galatea territory and try to convince my father to join our cause.

It's possible that... No. In my heart, I know that my father won't listen.

Still, I must get him to see reason. That this is the only way to ensure our family's future.

I've decided to ally myself with Lady Edelgard. Father will doubtless understand my reasoning.

House Gloucester has always had good intentions in its dealings with the Empire.

Of course, this does mean I will no longer be able to avoid a confrontation with Claude.

It is unfortunate. We were classmates, after all.

No need to worry about me. I got no complaints as long as my little sis is safe.

Sure, I lived on Alliance land, but that doesn't mean I served their lords.

I'm sure this is the right path, seeing as you're the one who picked it, Professor!

To think things would come to this. Even a few months ago, I never could've imagined it.

I believe in you, Professor, so I'm steeling myself.

I can't promise that I'll be useful in battle, but I'm not running away from the fight.

If the church is behind the current state of things— this society in which only Crests are valued—then I have no need of it.

Edelgard is taking the shortest path to change. No matter how drastic her measures, I agree that this is the only way.

That said, if Edelgard strays from her noble path, I trust you will set her straight again. Won't you?

I am counting on you, Professor.

Imagine making half the world your enemy for the sake of realizing your own ideals...

Edelgard is so radiant and strong compared to someone like me...

What if I have the power to change the world too? Even just a little bit...

So, you've turned against the church to ally with the Empire too, huh?

I never pressed him for details, but Captain Jeralt was always suspicious of Lady Rhea, wasn't he?

I'm on your side, no matter what. I promised him I'd support you, and that's what I plan to do.

I'm Randolph von Bergliez. I'm not very high in the ranks yet, but I'm more or less a general.

Just like Caspar, I am from House Bergliez.

My mother married into House Bergliez after I was born, so my position within the family is rather lowly...

But I'm determined to make something of myself in this battle to bring glory to my part of the family, for the sake of my mother and sister!

I'm Randolph von Bergliez. I'm not very high in the ranks yet, but I'm more or less a general.

I am related to Count Bergliez, the Imperial Minister of Military Affairs.

My mother married into House Bergliez after I was born, so my position within the family is rather lowly...

But I'm determined to make something of myself in this battle to bring glory to my part of the family, for the sake of my mother and sister!

I believe that this is the first time we have met. My name is Ladislava.

I have the great honor of leading Lady Edelgard's personal guard.

Her Majesty is as hard on others as she is on herself. She may seem composed, but that is only because she conceals her more passionate emotions.

For that reason, she is often misunderstood. But now she has you by her side...

I find that most reassuring. I look forward to working with you.

Things we can't obtain here are likely obtainable by way of the underground.

Are you unfamiliar with Garreg Mach's underground? The place is an absolute paradise for those who can't stay above ground.

Those Abyssian idiots. All they ever do is cause trouble.

We'd best purge the entire underbelly of Garreg Mach.

The Black Eagle Strike Force, eh? I like it.

It's really a twist of fate that brought me to this side of things, but I'm still proud to be here.

To be frank, I'm not sure whether I should believe all that Edelgard says.

But if her words are true...I think it's best to be her ally.

So I'll fight. I'm not at ease with that decision just yet, but I'll stick by it.

I have heard the name Lord Vestra mentioned among the purged noble families of the Empire.

He's Hubert's father. But Hubert seems rather unconcerned about it...

That alone is why we soldiers find Hubert quite frightening.

I'm a soldier, but I had to think long and hard about this one.

Since birth, I've believed in the teachings of Seiros without ever questioning them.

But Her Majesty's words are true. To think that the archbishop can take on such a monstrous form...

I came this far mostly on impulse, but I wonder if it was the right choice...

Everything will be OK, right, Professor? I'm not wrong, am I?

If I know that you think it's OK, I feel like it will be easier to believe in myself...

Surprised that I'm here, are you? I know a winning side when I see it.

I mean, there's no way I'd risk my neck and my people by willfully joining a losing battle.

Regardless of who comes after us—even if it's the knights—we've got you on our side, so it'll all be fine.

Surprised that I'm here, are you? I know a winning side when I see it.

I mean, there's no way I'd risk my neck and my people by willfully joining a losing battle.

Regardless of who comes after us—even if it's the knights—we've got you on our side, so it'll all be fine.

What's the deal, pal? You don't want me here? Come on, have a heart. This side is where all the action is.

Look... I'll level with you. I want to help that Edelgard gal achieve her goal. I mean it.

If Her Majesty gets what she's after, my mother will...

Eh, forget it. Now's not the time. We've got to keep our heads in the game so we can win, yeah?

Having Yuri on our side will help things. He's not someone you want as an enemy.

What's the deal, pal? You don't want me here? Come on, have a heart. This side is where all the action is.

Look... I'll level with you. I want to help that Edelgard gal achieve her goal. I mean it.

If Her Majesty gets what she's after, my mother will...

Eh, forget it. Now's not the time. We've got to keep our heads in the game so we can win, yeah?

What's the deal, pal? You don't want me here? Come on, have a heart. This side is where all the action is.

Look... I'll level with you. I want to help that Edelgard gal achieve her goal. I mean it.

If Her Majesty gets what she's after, my mother will...

Eh, forget it. Now's not the time. We've got to keep our heads in the game so we can win, yeah?

Having Yuri on our side will help things. He's not someone you want to have as an enemy.

What's the deal, pal? You don't want me here? Come on, have a heart. This side is where all the action is.

Look... I'll level with you. I want to help that Edelgard gal achieve her goal. I mean it.

If Her Majesty gets what she's after, my mother will...

Eh, forget it. Now's not the time. We've got to keep our heads in the game so we can win, yeah?

I knew nothing of Lady Edelgard's past, or of her innermost feelings...

But I know now. I persuaded her to tell all.

It would have been rude to hound her relentlessly until she revealed herself, yes?

Then...that's certainly not what I did. *laugh*

I knew nothing of Lady Edelgard's past or of her innermost feelings.

But I know now. I persuaded her to tell all.

It would have been rude to hound her relentlessly until she revealed herself, yes?

Then that's certainly not what I did. Ahaha!

With the Empire taking over Garreg Mach, I wonder what will happen to Abyss.

Some people have spent their whole lives there. For their sake, I hope Abyss doesn't get trampled into ruin.

Also, this is less important, but if somebody trashes my room, I'm gonna be mad.

With the Empire taking over Garreg Mach... I wonder what will happen to Abyss.

Some people have spent their whole lives there. For their sake, I hope Abyss doesn't get trampled into ruin.

Also, this is less important, but if somebody trashes my room, I'm gonna be mad.

It's you.

I've seen you a number of times. In the Holy Mausoleum, the underground chamber, and the village...

Some know me as the Death Knight. It's a shame that I cannot fight you at present.

I've seen you a number of times. In the Holy Mausoleum, the underground chamber, and the village...

Some know me as the Death Knight. It's a shame that I cannot fight you at present.

Hey, Professor. How's it going? Making lots of coin?

I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.

Hey, Professor. How's it going? Making lots of coin?

I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.

I can't believe the Empire raised an army... Even I couldn't have guessed it.

War is profitable...but dangerous. I really don't like seeing people I care about out there mixed up in all this.

There's unrest everywhere these days. All of my fellow merchants seem to be endangered.

I hope things go back to normal soon. People need more to smile about, aside from my great deals.

Abyss? You're interested in that place, are you?

Ancient sprawling remains deep below Garreg Mach... That's Abyss.

Some folks have made their home there. Obviously they all have their reasons and tales to tell.

But only the most enterprising merchant would venture near it. My advice? Avoid going there yourself.

Ah, I see. So you are Jeralt's child. You so resemble your mother.

I've been gone from the monastery for some time now because... Well, it matters not.

Might I...ask a favor of you?

Do you mind terribly picking up some fresh flowers to place upon your mother's grave?

I am certain she'd be deeply moved to receive a gift from you.

Thank you so much. This is just the type of flower she once loved so dearly.

I can rest easy now.

I must be off. Take especially good care of yourself, won't you?

Please, look after Jeralt. She'd have wanted that.