Fódlan's New Dawn

Huh... What a magnificent tale! It's enough to make your head spin.

Rhea's real identity is Saint Seiros, and the one who attacked us was Nemesis, the King of Liberation!

On top of that, you've got the heart of the goddess in you! My flabber is completely gasted right now.

But now isn't the time for standing around in disbelief. Nemesis has made it this far for a reason.

If we aren't victorious, that's it for Fódlan's new dawn. The world will be forever shrouded in darkness...

This is the final, FINAL battle. Finally. My friend... Please give it your all out there!

The javelins of light that destroyed Fort Merceus... They are what destroyed Shambhala.

They were trying to shroud the city in darkness.

Perhaps they were planning to swallow us up in that same darkness.

Maybe the javelins of light were a signal to Nemesis. To awaken him from his long slumber.

What do you think, Professor?

If we keep up this momentum, we will be able to take down Nemesis and restore peace in Fódlan.

When you think of it, as one approaches the end of a war, the sacrifices only grow larger, don't they?

The winning side musters their forces and attempts to strike a decisive blow...

While those of the losing side make desperate attempts to turn the war in their favor.

Neither side will give. I only wish we'd consider those who lose their lives in that struggle.

Everyone in Fódlan's united, but the Whatstheirfaces in the Dark or whatever won't let up!

Let's get rid of 'em right away!

There's not a lot of time, but I'm afraid we won't win if we don't train!

The King of Liberation? The Fell King? His name is Nemesis, right?

And he was hidden away for over a thousand years. Wow, that's a really long time all to himself...

But that doesn't make him worth admiring, no matter how much I envy him!

Um. Maybe. Is that a trick question?

I keep thinking the war is near its end, then it isn't...

When can we finally put this dreadful war behind us?

I can feel a weight in the air. It is different from before.

I do not know this Nemesis person, except what I have been reading.

But I am not of Fódlan. My knowledge of this person is very little.

Even so, I feel that...I can understand it. I know that our enemy has great strength. I am...feeling great fear for this battle.

The Fell King Nemesis. Hmph. I imagine he'll be a worthy opponent.

How many foes have tasted my blade? He will be an excellent finale.

We will be victorious, Professor.

The King of Liberation wakes after a thousand-year slumber. Feels like I'm living a nightmare.

Maybe this Nemesis who's attacking us isn't even the real thing.

Either way, the damage and death he's causing are real enough.

I will fight to protect those who need it.

Just when we think we're in the clear, the legendary Fell King resurrects. Who'd have thought it?

Can you handle this getting any weirder? I don't know if I can.

I mean, I'll still fight like I want to die because that's worked so far, and why change at this late date, right?

We went through all that trouble to finish the war, and now we have to fight again?

What does this Nemesis fellow have against Garreg Mach anyway?

At any rate, I'll do what I can to defend the monastery and Lady Rhea.

Is Lady Rhea OK? She was quite weakened to start, and then she took all those heavy injuries...

I don't want to imagine it, but what will happen if Lady Rhea passes away like this?

Come what may, we should all combine our talents and defend the peace of Fódlan!

Shambhala is destroyed. But are they vanquished entirely, I wonder...

Just as Kronya took Monica's form, perhaps there are some others living above ground.

Once this battle is over, I still have much to see to.

But right now, I should focus on the task at hand. On Nemesis.

As long as Nemesis stands, both my future and the future of Fódlan hang in the balance.

A sudden invasion from Nemesis has plunged the Alliance territories into complete disarray.

Against such overwhelming strength, my father and his forces had no choice but to retreat.

It was certainly prudent for him to avoid a fruitless death. But as things stand, he will not leave much of an impression on history.

So that falls to me. I will do all that I can—for the future of Fódlan, and the glory of House Gloucester!

Hey, Professor! Have you heard from Claude?

He says he's gonna throw a feast if we win the next battle! Enough food to clean out the stores!

So I'm super motivated to win! I'm gonna train every muscle I got!

I'm coming for you, Nemesis! I'm coming for you, feast!

I got the gist of it from Claude.

Those who slither in the dark... They seem to be descended from humans who were forced deep underground after the goddess defeated them.

They were trying to wipe out the goddess and her followers in hopes of taking back the surface.

That's why they called themselves saviors. To their mind, they were.

It seems that there are some Shambhala loyalists in Nemesis's forces.

As long as they're around, we can expect them to continue with their cruel experiments.

Yes. We have to. It's the only way to ensure nobody else will go through what I went through.

We must obliterate them in the next battle. It's the only recompense for Edelgard's death.

Just when we thought we'd made it to the end, another enemy approaches...

Can we be sure this battle is the last one?

Just a little further to the end. Come on, Professor. We have to win!

My big brother challenged Nemesis. He knew he couldn't win. He just did it so that his friends could escape.

He emerged from the battle with a terrible injury. It's a miracle he didn't die.

Dying to save someone else...seems to defeat the purpose. I wouldn't do it.

He's alive, and in spite of myself, I'm really proud of him.

So, we're defending Fódlan's future, huh? Kind of makes my mercenary ambitions feel pretty small.

So I'll think about my promise to Captain Jeralt to protect you instead. That'll be my reason to fight.

If I can get you through this in one piece, that's just as good as defending Fódlan's future, isn't it?

I just hope he's watching.

Before the monastery was completed, there was a massive battle on the Tailtean Plains.

In that battle, the warrior Seiros defeated the Fell King Nemesis and reclaimed the bones and heart of Sothis.

Those make up the divine sword that you wield, and the Crest that you bear.

Now, Rhea...Seiros...lies helpless. The only one who can defeat this so-called King of Liberation is the inheritor of divine power.

You have our full and unwavering support. Only you can do this. Please, save this world.

Please keep quiet.

Rhea is sleeping right now. She does not appear to be very well.

I beg of you, please do everything you can to prevent an assault from Nemesis.

Shambhala... An underground city with an entirely different lineage than the goddess?

Strange phenomena, driven by a source totally alien to the Crests that we understand. Most unsettling!

Could it be magic? Some manner of technology? I would like to know the truth of it all. Very much so.

I want to know their history, their knowledge. Why do you suppose they chose this place to occupy?

I intend to carry out multiple excavations around the city. There is so much to learn!

Yet first we face battle with a king who has defied time. Hmm, yes. The excavations can wait, I think.

Life can be tough, you know? But if you've got your friends to help you through, it can be a lot easier.

Maybe you butt heads sometimes...but that's OK. That's how you build bonds, right?

And I've got friends, Professor. Plenty of those. It's true love that seems to have passed me by.

We thought we'd taken down the mastermind of this war, and then the Fell King Nemesis shows up!

Well, no matter what evil creatures we have to face, this old soul will keep defending Garreg Mach.

Not only Garreg Mach though. Also Lady Rhea. Also you.

I think Jeralt would be saying the same kind of thing if he were here right now.

I try not to think about what would happen if Lady Rhea were harmed. I can't bear the thought of it.

I'm not sure why the Fell King Nemesis picked right now to come back to life.

But it makes me angry, that's for sure! Let's kick him back down into the dirt, where he belongs.

Ghosts rising up from the ancient ruins... Heh...

No matter how hard we push back, they don't stop coming.

They're persistent. I'll give them that.

I hear some super strong and evil fellas are after Lady Rhea.

She just barely made it back to Garreg Mach, and then this has to go and happen?

I'll protect Lady Rhea as best I can, and you're gonna do the same thing, aren't ya, Professor?

Yeah, I know ya will! Cut 'em down, Professor! Get every last one of those guys!

Did you hear? Our enemy is Nemesis. Unbelievable.

It sounds crazy, but there's no laughing it off.

We must make our move before they reach the monastery.

Professor! I just have to say thanks! For everything! I'm on high alert today, so don't you worry about a thing.

This mysterious military force approaching Garreg Mach... Is it true that Nemesis is with them?!

It was Nemesis who led the 10 Elites against Saint Seiros. It's the stuff of legend.

But this time, he won't have the 10 Elites on his side. Right? He won't, right?!

I'm so sorry, but I can't let you in. Her Grace is resting.

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.

A turning point in history can also be a chance for profit... At least, that's what I thought. But it's not working out that way.

And now we have Nemesis to contend with. I can't catch a break!

For our sake, please be victorious. If you lose, everything we've worked so hard for will have been for nothing.

Fódlan is essentially no more... We have nothing standing between us and Nemesis.

If we're defeated, the whole land will be in great danger.

We have no choice but to stake our lives on stopping the enemy.

Once Lady Rhea is fully recovered, she will resume her role as the archbishop of the church.

Once she's in her rightful place, we'll need a sovereign to lead all of Fódlan. I think you or Claude would be ideal.

Nothing but unsettling news lately... One crisis after another.

My fellow soldiers all seem strangely calm about it.

Perhaps it's just because we all believe in you so much. With you around, we know everything will work out.

Just when I thought bringing the Empire down would end the war, you had to fight where? Against whom?

Everyone's all abuzz again... Could another conflict already be looming?

Will this war ever end...

I thought I'd be able to move a lot of merchandise with a big sale, to commemorate the beginning of the new age of peace.

But until you've taken care of Nemesis, I'm just going to have to maintain my usual prices...

Lady Rhea was injured?! How could such a thing happen?

Wasn't she supposed to be resting? I can't believe she'd put herself in danger by going into battle in that state...

Oh, Goddess... Please save Lady Rhea...

I thought there was no reason to fight anymore... That was a bit naive, I suppose.

I guess it will be a while longer before I can see my family again. But it's worth it for the sake of Fódlan's future!

I can hardly believe we're going to go up against Nemesis... Unfortunately, my doubt won't change the situation.

There's nothing for it but to prepare for battle! We must protect Lady Rhea!

I thought the fighting was over...but it seems I will have the honor of fighting beside you a while yet.

I may just be a humble soldier, but I will give everything I have for the defense of Fódlan!

Throughout my life, I'm always calculating—always trying to suss out what will happen next.

But this? I never could've predicted Nemesis rising from his grave and coming to kill us all. Who'd have figured, you know?

In the end, I guess it's a good thing Holst isn't joining us...

If Nemesis could rough up my buddy that bad, he must be tough as hell.

I swear to avenge Holst! Huh? He doesn't have to be dead to be avenged. Don't play semantics with me!

I won't allow my—pardon, OUR dream to be snuffed out by one who should be long dead!

The coming battle will demonstrate to all the world the power that I, Constance von Nuvelle, wield!

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Just when I think the war is over, it starts right back up again. This is the second time that's happened.

Meditating is all I can do to hold myself together right now.

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.

Seems like the war is gonna end soon.

Once the dust settles, it'll be back to rolling in fat stacks of gold for me!

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.

Hey, you. Listen up. I've got something to report.

A nosy little bird told me some undead jerk is coming to attack us. That's just silly, though. Puuure silly.

On a personal note... I'm, uh, chewing on an idea. Marriage. I'm thinking of getting hitched! If I do... I may have to move up top.

I'd like to leave this place on my own two feet, not in a body bag. I want to live! For her. So... please win this one, Professor. Do it for all of us.

I came here with my grandpa, but then he fell down and now he's not moving anymore.

Did my grandpa die? I dunno what to do.

My mommy and daddy went to a field. They're still not back yet...

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.