Hostilities/Script

Movie - Crimson Memories

Alear is standing in a sea of flames. Lumera approaches them from behind.

Lumera: Why are...you here alone?

Alear turns their head and smirks.

Alear: Hehe...

They turn around completely and flames engulf the camera.

Before battle

Alear wakes up from a bad dream in a cold sweat.

Alear: ... What was that? Was that me?

Marth appears from his Emblem Ring.

Marth: Are you all right? It looked as though you were having a bad dream.

Alear: I was. But yes, I'm all right. Were you here this whole time?

Marth: You were wearing my ring when you went to bed.

Alear: Oh, I'm sorry. I forgot to take it off.

Marth: That's all right. Keep it on. Then if something happens, I will be able to help. Besides, after a millennium together, I would feel uncomfortable if we were separated now.

Alear: Marth... What was I like?

Marth: Hmm...

Alear: You knew me back then. You must be able to tell me something.

Marth: Well... You were kind, as you are now. There's no need to remember everything at once. Take your time. Ease back into your memories. Lumera advised that, too, didn't she?

Alear: Yes, she did. Sorry─I don't mean to be impatient.

Marth: It's all right.

An explosion shakes the castle.

Marth: ...

Alear: What was that?

Marth: I'm not sure. An enemy raid? We had best take a look. I'm worried about Lumera and the others.

Alear: Agreed.

Movie - Assault on the Ring Vault

Alear exits the castle to the Ring Vault bridge, where they meet Clanne, Framme, and Vander.

Alear: Vander! Clanne! Framme!

Vander: Ah, Divine One! Thank goodness you're safe.

Alear: What's happening? Tell me.

The retainers turn toward the Ring Chamber where explosions of lightning and dark magic light up the dim room.

Framme: Some enemies busted right through the castle walls like paper. Suddenly, BAM! They're here!

Clanne: What's worse, they fought their way into the Ring Vault. If you ask me, they're trying to get their hands on the Emblem Rings!

Alear looks at Marth's ring.

Vander: Even as we speak, Queen Lumera is defending the vault.

Elusian troops take notice of the group and draw their weapons.

Vander: Quickly! We must fly to her aid!

Alear: Sounds like a plan. Follow me!

Alear draws their sword.

Battle

End of enemy phase 1

Alear: There are too many of them. We'll never make it to the Ring Vault...

Alfred: Through this door, right?

Etie: Yes. This is the one.

Boucheron: Then let's go.

Alear: I hear voices. Someone's coming.

Movie - Alfred

Alfred rides in on his horse. The horse rears and Alfred jumps off.

Alfred: Made it! And not a moment too soon...

Alfred swings his lance around.

Alfred: The Crown Prince Alfred of Firene is here to help. Let me at 'em!

After movie

Alear: Prince Alfred of...Firene, you said?

Alfred: Could it be? Are you the Divine Dragon Alear? You finally woke up?!

Alear: I did, yes.

Alfred: That's amazing! You know, I've waited ages for this to happen. There's so much to talk about. Later, of course. After we've taken care of these scoundrels. Who are they, anyway?

Alear: We're not sure. They attacked so suddenly.

Alfred: Well, let's do this quickly─pin down whoever's in charge and get some answers. Oh, these are my retainers, Etie and Boucheron. From now on, consider us at your disposal. Lead the way, Divine One!

Alear: Thank you for your help.

When selecting Boucheron

Boucheron: Sorry, Divine One─I didn't have a chance to introduce myself. My name's Boucheron. If I'm near an enemy you're fighting, I can jump in and land another hit on them. Call on me if you need some extra oomph.

When selecting Etie

Etie: It's an honor to meet you, Divine One. I'm Etie. My arrows are perfect for knocking airborne enemies out of the sky. With these muscles, I'll have those fliers dropping like flies!

Battle quotes

“	Abyme: I have my orders. No one reaches the vault.	”	— Abyme default battle quote

“	Alear: Who are you, and what do you want? Abyme: I am here to fight, not exchange words.	”	— Abyme vs Alear

“	Abyme: You're not just any soldiers, are you?	”	— Abyme defeat quote

After battle

Alear: Looks like we cleared the way. Let's get to the Ring Vault!

Alear runs to the Ring Vault.

Movie - The Draconic Time Crystal

Alear is standing across from a hooded figure with their sword drawn.

Alear: Whoever it is you are, the rest of your forces have all been defeated. So surrender now. If you refuse, I will stop you.

Hooded figure: Hm.

The hooded figure teleports away and re-appears behind Alear.

Alear: Ah! But how?!

Hooded figure: Do I detect a hint of fear? Of course I do.

Movie - The Queen Falls

Hooded figure: Time to die.

The hooded figure conjures up an orb of dark magic and an arcane circle surround Alear. Several lightning strikes encircles Alear rendering escape impossible.

Lumera: Look out!

Queen Lumera in dragon form flies in from the side and pushes Alear away. Lumera in engulfed in the dark magic. Alear covers their face as Lumera slumps to the ground and reverts back to human form. She is seriously hurt. Alear runs to her side.

Alear: Ah!

The hooded figure appears behind them and raises a dark tome.

Hooded figure: Now, why don't you hand the rings over to me.

Lumera: Leave here at once!

Lumera shoots a beam of divine magic at the figure, narrowly missing.

Hooded figure: Hm.

The figure flies away but drops the Draconic Time Crystal in the process.

Lumera meekly opens her eyes and looks up at Alear, while a tear quietly runs down their face. She is crying too while she raises a hand to caress Alear's face.

Movie - Lumera's Death

Alear: No...

Framme runs in and pulls out a staff.

Framme: Here, Queen Lumera! I'll fix you up!

Lumera is healed, but does not seem to get better.

Framme: Huh?!

Alear: What's the matter?

Framme: My staff isn't helping her. She's hurt really bad, and... It's her Divine Dragon powers─they're almost totally wiped out!

Alear: ...

Framme: A Divine Dragon losing their power... It's the same as losing years of their life. The thing is, there's no reason Queen Lumera should be drained like this. It doesn't make any sense!

Lumera: It's simple, my young one... I gave my power unto you.

Alear: But why?

Lumera: All the years you were sleeping...healing...I was transferring my Divine Dragon powers to you. I hoped it would be enough to bring you back to me someday. But now, it would seem that I am completely spent.

Alear: Oh no, this is my fault! I did this!

Lumera: No, my dear... You have to push those thoughts away. There is nothing a mother wouldn't do...to see life return again...to her beloved child.

Lumera one again caresses Alear's cheek.

Alear: But I...

She pulls out Sigurds Emblem Ring.

Lumera: This ring... It belongs to you now. The Ring of the Holy Knight. I had...so hoped to give you the ring I made, as well...but that's not possible now... Listen to me, child... Those who invaded here... I sensed the power of the Fell Dragon within them.

Alear: ...

Lumera: You must not allow them to capture any more of the rings. Please...I beg of you... Gather together all 12 rings. And...when your scattered memories return to you, you must fight on with the utmost divinity. I believe in you, my child!

Alear: I understand. I'll collect the rings. I swear to you! And I'll fight. I'll do whatever you want. But please...don't leave me... Mother!

Lumera: Ah... Ah, young one...how I've longed to hear you call me that... All those years...I held out hope. My heart is fuller than you could ever know.

Alear: It can't end like this. You were going to give me that ring once my memories came back... You promised! And there...there are so many things you haven't told me yet! You said that we would talk!

Lumera: I did... There's still so much I wanted to say to you... Being your mother─becoming your mother─ has brought so much happiness into my life.

Alear: I know...and I'm happy to be your child, in this moment─ here and now─and a thousand years ago. I am. Don't go... Stay with me until I remember again! Please, Mother─I need more time!

Lumera: Haha... Oh, my sweet one. Now. Let's make a promise... Mother and child. We'll make it a pinky promise.

Alear and Lumera lock pinkies.

Lumera: I swear to you... I'll be with you always and forever. And the ring, remember... Once you've rested... we will talk... You and I...

Alear: Mother...

Lumera falls silent.

Alear: No! Please!

Vander: This simply cannot have happened... Queen Lumera...

Alfred: The Divine Dragon Queen... She has left us.

Alear: Mother, please wake up... You promised you'd stay by my side... You have to... You have to keep your promise!

After battle

Alear: Thank you for helping with my mother's funeral.

Vander: It was the final service we could provide Queen Lumera as stewards.

Framme: I can't believe she's gone.

Clanne: C'mon, Framme. Think how hard this must be on the Divine Dragon. We gotta hold it together.

Framme: I'm trying, but...

Marth and Sigurd are talking amongst themselves.

Marth: ... Lumera. I never thought our paths would diverge so soon.

Sigurd: Nor I. And to leave a child behind. I did that in death... A bitter memory. I vow to protect your offspring in your absence, Lumera.

Marth: If we could grant our power now...

Sigurd: Marth. You know that's not possible without the other Emblems here.

Marth: Yes, yes, I know.

Alfred: This is awful. Sorry I couldn't have done...something.

Vander: No, Prince Alfred. Without you, our losses may have been even greater. Though I must ask, why did you come? Was there something you needed?

Alfred: Our kingdom is in danger. My mother sent me to ask Queen Lumera for help. All over Firene, our people are being attacked by these...these...creatures.

Alear: Creatures? What kind of creatures?

Alfred: These things are like people, but...cracked, almost crumbling.

Alear: The Corrupted.

Alfred: Oh, so that's what you call them.

Alear: Yes. Corpses brought back to life.

Alfred: No wonder they wouldn't listen to us. They just keep attacking everything. We sent our knights out to hold them off, but it's a losing battle. My kingdom is being destroyed. Divine One...will you help us? Please, come with me to Firene.

Alear: Me? What can I do? It was my mother's help you wanted, not mine.

Alfred: Queen Lumera is gone. You're the last Divine Dragon. We need the power of the rings to save Firene. And only you can do that.

Alear: ...

Alfred: Sorry. I don't mean to press the topic. I'll return to Firene. We'll...do what we can.

Alear: I'm coming with you.

Alfred: You will?!

Alear: I don't want more families to be torn apart─ more people to suffer. Even if I'm scared, I have to push through my fear. Now that my mother is gone, it's my duty to step into the role of Divine Dragon. And if each kingdom is protecting rings, I take it Firene has one, correct?

Alfred: That's right.

Alear: Then I need to go there anyway to honor my mother's request. She asked me to gather all of the rings and bring peace back to Elyos. As the Divine Dragon, I officially accept the kingdom of Firene's request for aid.

Alfred: That's great to hear! Thank you, Divine One.

Alear: Happy to help, Prince Alfred.

Alfred: Just "Alfred" is fine. I've been visiting you at the Somniel since I was a boy. I think of you as...an old friend. A very, very old friend.

Alear: I appreciate that. Actually, I can't remember anything from before I fell asleep.

Alfred: Nothing?

Alear: This world is new to me. I appreciate having friends who can teach me about it.

Alfred: I'll do my best. Can't say I'll know much compared to Queen Lumera, but I'll try.

Alear: Thank you, Alfred.

During exploration

“	Vander: I...cannot make up for what you've lost! But I am at your side, Divine One.	”	— Vander during exploration

“	Clanne: Queen Lumera was always so nice to me. But now... Now I'll never see her smile again...	”	— Clanne during exploration

“	Framme: I'm sorry, Divine One. I wish I could have healed her. You were just reunited too. It's so unfair.	”	— Framme during exploration

“	Alfred: I will be your sword and shield, Divine One. And a flower. What brings more comfort than that?	”	— Alfred during exploration

“	Boucheron: Poor Queen Lumera. When word gets out, there will be mourning all over Firene.	”	— Boucheron during exploration

“	Etie: Thanks for agreeing to help us. I hope you can do something to save Firene.	”	— Etie during exploration

After exploration

Vander: We ought to establish a base of operations before we begin our journey. The Somniel would be uniquely useful.

Alear: A little out of the way, isn't it? I can't imagine how we'd get everyone there and back.

Vander: As a Divine Dragon, you can travel there no matter where you are in the world.

Alear: I can?

Vander: Indeed. Furthermore, one can only enter the Somniel with a Divine Dragon's power. Without Queen Lumera's blessing, even we stewards couldn't have set foot there. That is what makes it a safe haven.

Alear: Well then, yes. Let's use it as our base. But before we depart, can you give me a moment?

Vander: Hm?

Alear: We'll be gone a while, so...I'd like to say goodbye to my mother.

Vander: Of course. Take as much time as you need.

Alear: ...

Alear goes to Lumera's throne.

Alear: Thank you for watching over me all this time. This journey will be a long one, but don't worry. Vander and the others will be right beside me. I will fulfill my duty as the Divine Dragon. I will find all of the rings, just as you asked. And then I'll return to you, Mother. I promise.

Alear and Vander appear on the Somniel

Alear: Here we are, safely returned to the Somniel. I didn't realize how...spacious this place was.

Vander: It is rather quiet, I know. But it will liven up as we gain allies. We may need someone to supply us with equipment as well. Something to consider.

Alear: Right.

Vander: Oh, by the way, Divine One. Might this be yours?

Alear: Hm? A piece of jewelry... I don't recognize it. The crystal looks unusual. Where did you get this?

Vander: On the ground in the Ring Vault, after the siege. I thought it might be yours, but apparently I was mistaken. No one has come forward, so it must have belonged to an enemy soldier. I'll dispose of it.

Alear: Wait. It's familiar somehow, even though I've never seen it.

Vander: Then please, do take it. Perhaps it will help jog your memory.

Alear: Thank you, Vander. Once we've rested for a bit, let's set out for Firene.

On the Somniel

“	Vander: Those clothes suit you well, Divine One. I, too, find it easier to relax in everyday attire.	”	— Vander on the Somniel

“	Clanne: The Somniel might seem quiet, but I'm sure it's going to get pretty lively. Plus, we're here!	”	— Clanne on the Somniel

“	Framme: Queen Lumera loved to stand at the edge of the Somniel and look down on all the pretty clouds.	”	— Framme on the Somniel

“	Alfred: Can't deny it's daunting to come here no matter how often I do it. But I'm glad you're with me.	”	— Alfred on the Somniel

“	Boucheron: So the Somniel has ponds and orchards, huh? I should check them out...if I don't get lost first.	”	— Boucheronon the Somniel

“	Etie: Am I underdressed for the Somniel? I feel like I don't belong here, but I'll help however I can.	”	— Etie on the Somniel

“	Marth: The pain of losing Lumera runs deep. Yet, the familiarity of the Somniel is comforting.	”	— Marth on the Somniel

“	Sigurd: Queen Lumera said Emblems can roam here more freely due to the Divine Dragon's power.	”	— Sigurd on the Somniel