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