The Impregnable Fortress
Explore - Chapter 20
Dimitri
From this point onward, we're in all-out war with the Empire. Are you prepared, Professor?
I am glad to hear it. That means we can approach the coming battles with peace of mind.
First we capture Fort Merceus. The fighting will undoubtedly be brutal, but...we must prevail.
As far as this army and I are concerned, you're our last ray of hope. We are relying on you.
Ferdinand
The majority is with us. This conflict will end soon. I am so moved by the decision that Claude and the Alliance nobles have made.
As war drags on, those living near the front lines inevitably get the worst of it.
She will push to complete her mission, no matter how many people die. Not everyone with noble blood has noble ideals.
Linhardt
Caspar
Bernadetta
This one's impregnable too, isn't it? Perfect! As soon as we take it, I'll set up a special spot for Bernie!
Dorothea
Petra
I have excitement in my heart for secret tactics! I enjoy attacks that are surprising.
But I am hearing a different thing. A brute force attack with all of our power, yes?
Attacks that are surprising are also safer. Attacking from the front has...is dangerous.
Dedue
Felix
If we can keep up that fervor, perhaps we'll capture Fort Merceus, and move on to the Imperial capital. We must not be overconfident though.
Humans and beasts are ultimately the same. When they're cornered, they lash out however they can. They fight for their lives.
Ashe
Sylvain
Trust me, I know what I'm talking about. I'm a seasoned veteran at this kind of thing.
See? You get it. Our fearless leader on the other hand... He's never been good with the ladies.
Anyway, I figure you go after the main gate. You take that out and I'm sure we can win.
Mercedes
Annette
Ingrid
Lorenz
Raphael
Ignatz
Lysithea
Something about Lord Arundel rubbed me the wrong way. There was something off about him.
Not that I've ever heard anything good about him. Have you ever heard of the Hrym family?
It seems like his reign was particularly cruel. The people there suffered greatly under him.
He seemed to be a good and just person at one point. It simply doesn't make sense.
Marianne
Hilda
The Alliance dissolved so suddenly. Now there's widespread pandemonium! The lords are warring! Mass confusion among the citizens!
They had a roundtable meeting and talked it out. Everyone's dealing very calmly with the situation.
I guess if Dimitri turns out to be a crazed despot, then there really will be chaos.
Leonie
Seteth
Flayn
Hanneman
Fort Merceus is the Empire's single most fortified military installation. Utterly impregnable, they say.
Seems Fódlans give everyone and everything a nickname. Why, you were called the Ashen Demon!
Myself, I have been called the Father of Crestology, which is a nickname as well as a title, I suppose...
Manuela
Gilbert
Alois
Catherine
Shamir
Cyril
Gatekeeper
Is it true that we'll be assaulting Fort Merceus next? That doesn't sound like the brightest idea...
I've heard that it's built to withstand an attack from even the largest of armies!
Not to tell you how to do your job, but don't do it! I'm not ready to say my final good-byes to everyone...
Shifty Merchant
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.
Monk
Soldier
Knight of Seiros
If she intended to use her as a hostage, she'd have publicly announced that she was unharmed...
We don't know what the emperor's intentions are. All we can do is fight on and pray the archbishop is OK.
Merchant
Merchant
Monk
Squire
Monk
Kingdom Knight
Have you heard of the Crescent Moon War? That's when the Alliance won their independence from the Kingdom.
And the lords with blood ties to House Blaiddyd took that chance to propose ruling the Leicester territory as a republic.
The head of House Riegan led the Leicester lords and fought fiercely with Faerghus.
Citizen
Yuri
My family lives in Faerghus. As do my people. I want to avoid exposing them to danger.
That's right. Those who work for me and with me. They've entrusted their lives to me. They trust me.
So for them, more than anything, I hope we can end this swiftly and give everyone the lives they deserve.
Balthus
Constance
Hapi
Anna
I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.
I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.
The merchants of Derdriu all have nerves of steel. I'm sure they'll be up and running again in no time.
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.
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.
Abysskeeper
The Alliance is a thing of the past now. Times are changing fast these days. It's hard to keep up, even for me!
I wonder if Abyss is on the verge of change too. Change leads to uncertainty, and uncertainty leads to...change? I dunno. I'm just a guard.
Suspicious Man
No matter. Should another chance present itself, I'll take a less subtle route...
Monk
I did indeed. I was acquainted with your parents. I've been wanting to speak with you for a while now.
Do you mind terribly picking up some fresh flowers to place upon your mother's grave?