Throne of Knowledge

Thank you for coming all the way to the Imperial capital, Professor.

The announcement of my enthronement is imminent.

Until then, can you please keep it to yourself? There are many preparations that must be made before the news spreads.

I believe Hubert will be occupied and away from the monastery for much of this month.

I have returned, Professor. All that needed to be done has been done.

I really hoped you would join me in Enbarr, but... sometimes your path takes you far away from where you wish to go.

Thank you for coming all the way to the Imperial capital, Professor.

The announcement of my enthronement is imminent.

Until then, can you please keep it to yourself? There are many preparations that must be made before the news spreads.

I believe Hubert will be occupied and away from the monastery for much of this month.

I have returned, Professor. All that needed to be done has been done.

I really hoped you would join me in Enbarr, but... sometimes your path takes you far away from where you wish to go.

Thank you for coming all the way to the Imperial capital, Professor.

The announcement of my enthronement is imminent.

Until then, can you please keep it to yourself? There are many preparations that must be made before the news spreads.

I believe Hubert will be occupied and away from the monastery for much of this month.

Professor. Please. If he hears it from you that he needs to rest, perhaps His Highness will listen.

He's exaggerating. He thinks my color is off and that rest will cure all.

I have a headache, but that's just from lack of sleep. It's not going to stop me from completing this month's mission.

In any case, we won't let you down this month, Professor. You can rely on us.

Hey, Teach. Is it OK for you to be out on your own right now? Just...please be careful not to topple over again. You scared us nearly to death.

Anyway... Doesn't Rhea want something from you? Sounds important.

I'm glad I'll be there to witness the ritual at the Holy Tomb.

I want to see whether or not something happens with my own eyes.

I always knew there was something special about you, but you've only gotten more and more extraordinary the longer I've known you.

That transformation was just the beginning, wasn't it? I have a feeling that things will only grow more dire from here on out.

Edelgard and Hubert have been busier than usual.

Constantly coming and going, in and out of Garreg Mach. Perhaps they are doing something in the Empire?

As the legitimate heir of the Aegir family, I have not heard anything about it.

But if it were significant, I am sure my father would have told me.

How are you, Professor? Did Hanneman make his, "I will do no harm" speech or promise "this won't hurt a bit" when he asked to study you? Both?

I've a bit of research I'd like to perform. Nothing so crass as Hanneman's poking, prodding, and drawing of blood. No, I wish to investigate Crest power itself.

Crest power must have some kind of limit, right?

Lady Rhea says any limits must be the protection of the goddess, but that doesn't quite answer it for me. Hmm...

You're so strong now! I'm starting to understand why you were appointed professor.

I thought I was stronger, but I still have such a long way to go.

You're so strong now! I'm starting to understand why you were appointed professor.

You're so strong now! I'm starting to understand why you were appointed professor.

So hungry... Oh, is that you, Professor?

Sorry. I'm really not feeling well this month.

Even leaving my room for dinner is just too much.

It's got nothing to do with your, um...changes.

So, um, don't open the door, please!

Recently, Professor, I feel as though you've been a bit distant.

It's like you're sort of floating above the clouds, separate from other people... And like you've got no interest at all in ever coming back down.

How can I help?

Hey, don't worry. I thought maybe I'd ask and see what you'd say.

In Brigid, we have legends. Stories containing people who have a spirit living inside of them.

Those spirit people have much strength. They are maybe able to fly in the air or race across the ocean.

Hair that shines and eyes that glow... They have qualities that are not unlike what you are looking like, Professor.

Hurry up and cage the wild boar.

Look, he's losing his grip. Even in his swordplay, he's getting sloppy. If he keeps progressing like this, he's going to get himself killed.

Kronya, Solon... They're dead, but we still have a glut of enemies.

We still have to take down the Death Knight and the Flame Emperor.

Our next battle is fast approaching. I'm ready for it.

I can't even imagine what it must be like inside the Holy Tomb.

I can't help but wonder though... Just what kind of ritual is this?

I swear, it's like you're an entirely different person.

Who— Oh! Professor! Ah, I'm sorry. That was rude. I didn't recognize you for a second.

You've been granted this power by the goddess herself. Truly, you must be a very special individual.

Maybe Seiros transformed before receiving her revelation too!

Hmm. I haven't heard anything about that before...

Maybe that part never found its way into the legend?

It is told that Seiros had a revelation instructing her to use her power for good, and to lead the people of Fódlan to salvation...

I wonder what sort of revelation you might have, Professor.

Bah! Professor! Sorry, this will take some getting used to...

Your hair and eye color are completely different! You just don't look like yourself anymore.

Bah! Professor! Sorry. You gave me a shock.

Your hair and eye color are completely different! You just don't look like yourself anymore.

To be honest, I cannot keep up with all that's been happening recently.

Monica was actually Kronya. Tomas was actually Solon. Who were these people?

What about you, Professor? You are a true ally, yes?

You look so...different. You're still our professor in there, right?

Did anything else change besides your hair and eyes? Are your arms bigger? How do your abs look?

So, this month's mission is to take part in a ritual at the Holy Tomb, where you will receive a revelation from the goddess herself.

What if she really appears? What if I finally get to gaze upon her radiance?

I've always imagined the goddess—how beautiful she must be!

You're going to the ritual at the Holy Tomb, right? I hear that a revelation from the goddess is expected.

What if she shows herself? I'll be so jealous!

You're going to the ritual at the Holy Tomb, right? I hear that a revelation from the goddess is expected.

What if she shows herself? I'll be so jealous!

Your hair! And your eyes! What happened to you?!

You didn't lose something as a consequence of gaining these powers, did you?

Long ago, Saint Seiros was gifted with a divine revelation from the goddess, as well as incredible power.

Is that what happened to you too, Professor?

No way! The professor transformed before receiving any kind of divine revelation, right?

Still, I wonder. Does the fact that you've changed really mean you've been granted some kind of power?

If that's the case, then what sort of revelation can be gained from the ritual?

I'm guessing the revelation will just be a gentle reminder to use this new power to save the people of Fódlan. What else is there to say?

You don't actually believe we're going to hear the voice of the goddess, do you?

When you changed, even the other professors were taken completely by surprise.

There's a ritual at the Holy Tomb this month, isn't there? I wonder what'll happen with that.

I'm sure you'll be all right. But don't lose sight of who you really are, OK?

However you may change, and whatever new power goes along with those changes—you'll still be the same person, deep down. Remember that.

Hmm...

Ah. It is you.

I am sorry, but I have a lot on my mind. I would prefer to be alone right now.

Professor, I am so happy. Your new hair and eye color suit you well. We make quite the pair!

But...recently I sense that things are a bit strained between Lady Rhea and my brother.

She wants to do something at the Holy Tomb. I do not know what, but... Hm.

Whenever it has concluded, I hope they will return to their friendship, as it has always been...

Oh my! Professor...you certainly transformed!

Your hair and eyes complement mine. I am so pleased!

But...recently I sense that things are a bit strained between Lady Rhea and my brother.

She wants to do something at the Holy Tomb. I do not know what, but... Hm.

Whenever it has concluded, I hope they will return to their friendship, as it has always been...

Are you positive? Really? Your appearance is due to the influence of the Crest of Flames? Intriguing.

Unfortunately, I have found no record of Nemesis's hair and eye color ever changing. However...

If that transformation was brought on, in part, by the power of the Crest, that would be most... Well, I suppose interesting is too small a word.

Still, it would be an absolutely exceptional discovery. To know for certain, we must investigate further. So, clothes off!

...

What? A full physical is in order, yes? We need to know if this transformation affected you adversely. Don't worry, it won't hurt a bit.

The Holy Tomb, huh?

I've worked here for years, and this is the first I've heard of it.

I mean, it does make some sense. Sort of. Something about it is still weird.

I understand now why they'd build the monastery in the mountainous center of Fódlan. Although...

When the monastery was built, the Kingdom and Alliance weren't even around yet.

But look how cleverly it was placed right in the middle of the Empire, Kingdom, and Alliance. That's weird, right?

Sometimes, I find myself thinking I should leave Garreg Mach and return to my home...

Where I should have been all along.

I hear that Lady Rhea will accompany you for this month's task.

She's the pillar that supports the hearts of Fódlan's people. Her safety is paramount. I hope there are no complications...

Captain...

Oh, Professor! How long have you been standing there? I didn't see you.

I was just sorting through Captain Jeralt's belongings. I...

Haven't made much progress. I keep finding things that bring back memories.

Clearing out this room of his belongings again, it's... It's not easy.

In our battle last month, we really cut the enemy down to size.

But there are other enemies we have yet to hunt down, not least the Flame Emperor.

Once we've crushed them all, we can return to our peaceful lives at the monastery.

It will happen soon. I have a feeling something big is coming.

People who live an inordinately long time, people whose hair changes color, and those odd Heroes' Relics...

Is Fódlan some mystical land full of inhuman creatures?

When I first saw you, Professor, with that hair color and that eye color? I thought you looked kind of like Lady Rhea. Like maybe you could be related.

I like the way it looks! I wonder if I could change my hair color too... Maybe if I tried hard enough. If I thought real hard about it, I mean.

You haven't a thing to worry about. You have been gifted the power of the goddess.

Furthermore, you have overcome the death of your father, Jeralt...and you have destroyed countless of our wicked foes.

I am proud...so very proud of who you have become.

Greetings, Professor! Nothing to report!

Although I suppose...you are something to report! For a moment, I thought you were someone suspicious!

Lucky for you, I am quite perceptive. It took only that single moment for me to recognize you.

The professor went out and got some new power!

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.

Those students of yours will soon graduate and become unreachable royalty and nobility.

You should show them respect now, or you might find yourself out of a job someday.

Heh...no. One look at your students' faces, and it's apparent that would never happen.

Even when your kids graduate, I bet they'll still think fondly of you. You'll always be "Professor" to them.

All things considered, this year has been rather terrible...

As far as the students are concerned, next month is the last one of the school year.

Next month we will hold the graduation ceremony, though it'll be an understandably subdued affair.

This month we ask that you carry out your duties as best you can to ensure that our students remain calm.

I recently had an errand to run, and so I had to pass by the office...

I didn't mean to, but I overheard Lady Rhea and Seteth arguing.

Actually, it was more like Seteth was interrogating Lady Rhea...

In town earlier, there seemed to be more people around than usual.

Is there some festival this month that I'm forgetting about?

Monica... No, Kronya. Kronya is dead. And so is Solon, by your hand...

Taking vengeance with your own hand. I'm sure Jeralt would be proud.

Things certainly have changed lately. Not that I mind.

Or perhaps the only thing that's different is how you look. Or has your personality changed too?

Well, whatever the case, I still like you just the same as I always have.

Whoever you are, it doesn't matter much to me. But I do advise getting out of here before you get tangled up in trouble.

Unless you've been sent here under someone's orders. In which case, I'll happily show you a good time. Heh heh...

Hmmm. You're that mercenary turned professor, aren't you? The one who showed up at the monastery kinda recently.

Yeah, you're the one I've heard so much about. Well, I guess it's fine you're here, then.

You can call me Yuri. You'll want to remember that, if you ever come down here again.

Hey, pal, how you holding up? The human body is strong, but we all have our limits. Even folks who fraternize with the goddess.

How was she, by the way? A real knockout, yeah?

Hey, pal, how you holding up? The human body is strong, but we all have our limits. Even folks who fraternize with the goddess.

How was she, by the way? A real knockout, yeah?

Hey, pal, how you holding up? The human body is strong, but we all have our limits. Even folks who fraternize with the goddess.

How was she, by the way? A real knockout, yeah?

Well, in any case, we have our work cut out for us. No telling what they're planning next...

Well, in any case, we have our work cut out for us. No telling what they're planning next...

Haven't seen your face before. You're clearly not from around here.

Ah, you're that new teacher everyone's been yapping about. And yet...you look younger than me. Weird.

The name's Balthus. Formerly of the Alliance.

And who might you be? Not an Abyssian, that much is clear at a glance.

A visitor from above, perhaps? With what purpose?

Oh...but of course. You must be the new teacher specially appointed by Lady Rhea. That is it, yes?

Rumors have been flying underground about you. Well, then! I am Constance von Nuvelle.

It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. Ahaha!

And who might you be? Not an Abyssian, that much is clear at a glance.

A visitor from above, perhaps? With what purpose?

Oh...but of course. You must be the new teacher specially appointed by Lady Rhea. That is it, yes?

Rumors have been flying underground about you. Well, then! I am Constance von Nuvelle.

It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. Ahaha!

My word. It seems that the rumors of you receiving the goddess's power were true.

But you're still you, obviously.

It's clear to me, at least, that you are something more than you were. Something special.

Yeah, yeah. I just hope this newfound specialness doesn't spell trouble for the rest of us.

Who are you? Wait, shut up, let me guess.

You're...that new professor, right? You just started teaching up on the surface.

Even here, people have been talking about you. Not that the gossip got everything right.

I heard you were beautiful, but obviously that was an exaggeration.

Who are you? Wait, shut up, let me guess.

You're...that new professor, right? You just started teaching up on the surface.

Even here, people have been talking about you. Not that the gossip got everything right.

I heard you were beautiful, but obviously that was an exaggeration.

Who are you? Wait, shut up, let me guess.

You're...that new professor, right? You just started teaching up on the surface.

Even here, people have been talking about you. Not that the gossip got everything right.

I heard you were beautiful, but obviously that was an exaggeration.

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.

Hey, Professor. You seem...different.

Lots of things seem...different around here lately. I've noticed it. Have you?

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.

You look different. And you're acting different. You're just all around...different! Shaking things up, are we?

I think that's great. Gotta keep things interesting, right? For what it's worth...it's a good look, and you wear it well!

Hey, you. You're from up top, right? What business do you have here?

Wait a minute... Ah, got it. You're that new professor, aren't you? I suppose that means I have to let you pass.

I guess...welcome to Abyss! This town is full of rough-and-toughs, so watch your back down here.

Look at you!

Listen, all sorts of folks wind up in this place for all sorts of reasons. Nobody's judging.

Whatever happened to you doesn't make one bit of difference to any of these people.

Got a shady offer from somebody well-dressed. Noble's lapdog, probably.

There was a big sack of coin on offer, but not a lot of real info about the job.

It seemed suspicious, so I turned it down. Now I wonder if that was a mistake...

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.