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[Section: Town Dialog]

[caption #0]
Seifer: Vienen por la chica?... Acaso pretenden quitarme la gloria de mi
captura?<EOP>
Constantemente mis sue;os se ven impedidos por sujetos como ustedes.

[caption #1]
VICKS: Think it's still alive?
WEDGE: Probably_
_judging from the urgency of our orders. <D24>

[caption #2]
VICKS: And this woman, this_sorcerer. Why's she here?<D24><EOP>
I heard she fried 50 of our Magitek Armored soldiers in under 3 minutes.<D24>

[caption #3]
WEDGE: Not to worry. The Slave Crown on her head robs her of all conscious
thought. She'll follow orders.<D24>

[caption #4]
Quizas no le lleve al maestro un cristal_
Pero sus cabezas seran una buena compensacion!

[caption #5]
Long ago, the War of the Magi
reduced the world to a
scorched wasteland, and magic
simply ceased to exist. <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #6]
1000 years have passed_ Iron,
gunpowder, and steam engines
have been rediscovered, and
high technology reigns_ <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #7]
But there are some who
would enslave the world by
reviving the dread destructive
force known as [magic.] <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #8]
Can it be that those
in power are on the verge of
repeating a senseless
and deadly mistake? <E$2A><OP$12>

[caption #9]
An eerie glow surrounds you.<EOP>

Want info about Save Points?

<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #10]
WEDGE: Let's put her on point.
No sense taking any risks.
Forward!

[caption #11]
WEDGE: The Esper's gotta be in here.
Move out!

[caption #12]
Seifer: Grrr_
No tengo tiempo para perder con ustedes!

[caption #13]
GUARD: Machine-riding,
self-important swine!
Take this!

[caption #14]
GUARD: Narshe's freedom depends on us!

[caption #15]

Con ese trasto sera sufiente_

X-ATM092 destruyelos!

[caption #16]
VICKS: I'll handle this.
Stand back!

[caption #17]
GUARD: We've got 'em trapped, now!

[caption #18]
GUARD: We must defend the mines!

[caption #19]
Locked.

[caption #20]
GIRL: Where am I_?

[caption #21]
Seifer: Oh no!
Se libero!<EOP>
Claire: Te dije que pagarias por lo que me hiciste!

[caption #22]
OLD MAN: Easy! This is a Slave Crown. The others had complete control over
you while you were wearing it.

[caption #23]
GIRL: I can't remember a thing_
OLD MAN: Don't worry.
It'll all come back to you_in time, that is.<EOP>
___

[caption #24]
My name_
_is_<A0>_<EOP>
OLD MAN: Impressive!
I've never heard of anyone recovering this fast_!

[caption #25]
SOLDIER: Open up!
Give us back the girl and the Empire's Magitek Armor!!

[caption #26]
Claire: No creas que les voy a agradecer, tenia todo preparado para mi escape.

[caption #27]
<A0>: Empire_?
Magitek Armor_?

[caption #28]
OLD MAN: Look,

I have to get you out of here!

I don't have time to explain!

[caption #29]
OLD MAN: Over here!
g

[caption #30]
Las tropas de Garland se han ido, no queda nada que hacer aqui.
Regresemos a la base.

Obtienes la Reliquia [Cubrir]

[caption #31]

Please enter a name.

[caption #32]
OLD MAN: Make your way out through the mines! I'll keep these brutes
occupied!

[caption #33]
Got her!

[caption #34]
She's up there!

[caption #35]
KEFKA: My sweet little magic
user_! Uweee, he, he! With this Slave Crown I'll practically OWN you!!

[caption #36]
<A0>: No! Get away from me!

[caption #37]
GESTAHL: We stand on the brink of a major breakthrough! In the days to come,
we'll witness a total revival of magic!<EOP>
GESTAHL: It is our destiny, and ours alone, to take this mystic force and claim
what is rightfully ours!

[caption #38]
CID: This is my finest work.
These Magitek converters combine the power of magic with machines_

[caption #39]
GESTAHL: With our new-found power, nothing can stand in our way!<EOP>
Hurrah!!!
Long live Emperor Gestahl!!!

[caption #40]
OLD MAN: Took you long enough!
How goes the robbing and plundering trade?

[caption #41]

<A1>: I PREFER the term treasure hunting!<EOP>

OLD MAN: Ha!
Semantic nonsense!
<A1>: There's a HUGE difference!

[caption #42]
<A1>: Anyway, were you the one who sent for me?<EOP>
OLD MAN: Yeah.
There's a girl I'd like you to meet.

[caption #43]
<A1>: __!?
This better not have anything to do with that Magitek-riding, imperial_witch!!!

[caption #44]
OLD MAN: Imperial troops are pursuing her even as we speak.<EOP>
This town is no match for the Empire.<EOP>
Our independence can only be assured if we join forces with the Returners, an
underground resistance movement.<EOP>
That girl wasn't responsible for her actions. We must get her to understand our
dilemma!

[caption #45]
<A1>: All right_
I think we'd better help her_

[caption #46]

OLD MAN: Agreed.

Make your way first to Figaro, and talk to the king.

[caption #47]
Treasure hunter and trail-worn traveler, searching the world over for relics of
the past_

[caption #48]
GUARD: Now we gotcha!

[caption #49]
<A1>: Wonderful_
There's a whole bunch of 'em_

[caption #50]

Kupo_

[caption #51]
<A1>: Moogles_!
Are you saying you want to help me?

[caption #52]
Kupo!!!

[caption #53]
MOOGLE: Use us to save <A0> from the guards!<EOP>

Need more information?

<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #54]
You'll fight using 3 different groups. Press the Y Button to switch between
them.<EOP>
Your job is to defeat the commander of the guards before his men reach <A0>.
Save her, or else_

[caption #55]
<A0>: Unh_

[caption #56]
<A1>: Thanks, Moogles!
We're in your debt!

[caption #57]
<A1>: I think this switch'll_

[caption #58]
<A1>: Eh?
You back with us now?!

[caption #59]
<A0>: You_saved me?
<A1>: Save your thanks for the Moogles!

[caption #60]
<A0>: Uhh_I can't remember anything_past or present_

[caption #61]
<A1>: You have amnesia?!

[caption #62]
<A0>: A man said my memory would come back_<EOP>
<A1>: Give it time. You're safe with me! I give you my word!
<A0>: ???<EOP>
<A1>: I won't leave you until your memory returns!!<EOP>
By the way, this secret entrance might be useful some day.
Don't forget about it!

[caption #63]
MAN: You mean, THIS young woman_?!

[caption #64]
<A0>: Who do you think you are?

[caption #65]
MAN: Oh_sorry!

[caption #66]
MAN: How rude of me to turn my back to a lady!

[caption #67]
The young king of Figaro Castle, ally to the Empire, and a master designer of
machinery_

[caption #68]
<A4>: I am <A4>, King of Figaro.

[caption #69]
<A1>: Surprised someone like me knows a king?

[caption #70]
<A1>: Talk to you later!

[caption #71]
<A4>: So_you're an Imperial soldier! No problem. Figaro and the Empire are
allies!<EOP>
Please, relax while you're here.
It's not in my blood to harm a lady.

[caption #72]
<A0>: Look, why are you helping me?
Is it because of my_abilities?

[caption #73]
<A4>: I'll give you 3 reasons:
First of all, your beauty has captivated me!<EOP>

Second_I'm dying to know if I'm your type_

[caption #74]
I guess your_abilities_would be a distant 3rd.

[caption #75]
<A0>: __? <D>
What's with you, anyway?

[caption #76]
<A4>: Guess my technique's getting a bit rusty_

[caption #77]
<A4>: Come find me when you feel rested.

[caption #78]
<A0>: Hmm_I suppose a normal girl would have found him dashing. <D>
But I'm hardly_normal_

[caption #79]
Feel free to wander about.

[caption #80]
Go see the King!

[caption #81]

Weapons and items manufactured here are sent to South Figaro.

[caption #82]
Long ago, a force called [magic] existed.<EOP>
People who used magic were called [Mage Knights.]

[caption #83]
Mog: Nosotros nos encargaremos de la seguridad ahora, kupo!.

[caption #84]
Ancient texts I'm studying speak of a [1000 year-old city beneath the
sand.]<EOP>
I wonder what this means, <EOP>
[_when the queen stands and takes 5 steps_]

[caption #85]
I heard the Empire is using something called [magic]_

[caption #86]
The Empire has smashed the 3 cities on the southern continent. Just a matter
of time 'til they come up here_

[caption #87]
Gestahl has harnessed the power of magic.
Who can stop him now?!

[caption #88]
Though <A4> showers his attentions on women, most are too smart to pay any
attention to him.

[caption #89]
His highness said he'd marry me when I get older!

[caption #90]
I wanna marry the king!

[caption #91]
He recently tried to hit on the high priestess_
Surely, he's_talked to you?

[caption #92]
<A0>: __

[caption #93]
Ah! King <A4>!

[caption #94]
[__]

[caption #95]
Error.
Contact a supervisor.
From: Development Team.

[caption #96]
These thieves have been
terrorizing the vicinity.
Stay away from 'em!

[caption #97]
I demand to see <A4>!
How dare they keep us in this stinking pit!

[caption #98]
Hey! Let us outta here!

[caption #99]
Relax, they're just blowing off steam. But I'm telling you, there's no sense
keeping us here!<EOP>
We're just small potatos compared to the real threat lurking out there! And King
<A4> knows it!

[caption #100]
I'm Lone Wolf, the pickpocket!

[caption #101]
MATRON: <A4>'s at it again!? He hits on anything that moves!

[caption #102]
MATRON: <A4> has a twin brother. He was such a nice boy_

[caption #103]
YOUTH: Brother,
What's wrong with father?
What's all this talk of his successor?<EOP>
<A4>: Are you blind?
Look how thin his face has become!

[caption #104]
YOUTH: ?__What is it?

[caption #105]
YOUTH: Brother!

[caption #106]
YOUTH: Tears__?!

[caption #107]
<A4>'s twin brother, who traded the throne for his own freedom_

[caption #108]
MATRON: Yes_
His name is <A5>. Oh, he looked so like his father!<EOP>
When he ran away, he was a sweet little child.
I wonder what he's like now?

[caption #109]
CHANCELLOR: The whole business of the succession was so repugnant to
<A5>, the King's brother, that__<EOP>
__he fled the castle forever. The succession was settled with a coin toss_

[caption #110]
MERCHANT: I can't take money from the King!<EOP>
<A4>: Look, don't you have a family?
Just shut up and take it.

[caption #111]
MERCHANT: Sir <A5>, I can't take your money!<EOP>
<A5>: Take it!
Haven't you heard? My brother says I'm a notorious spendthrift!

[caption #112]
<A4>: You've been busy down south!
Looking for more cities to destroy?<EOP>
TROOPER: That's for us to know!

[caption #113]
Sir Kefka!?
What on earth do_<EOP>
KEFKA: Outta my way!

[caption #114]
<A4>: Well?

How do you like my castle?

[caption #115]
King <A4>!
Someone from the Empire to see you!

[caption #116]
<A4>: Probably Kefka!

[caption #117]
KEFKA: Phooey!
Emperor Gestahl's stupid orders!

[caption #118]
KEFKA: <A4>, you pinhead!
Why do you have to live in the middle of nowhere?<EOP>
These recon jobs are the pits!

[caption #119]
KEFKA: Ahem_there's SAND on my boots!

[caption #120]
SOLDIERS: Yes, Sir!
All set, Sir!

[caption #121]

KEFKA: Idiots!

[caption #122]
<A4>: I thought we were allies! What are you doing in my domain?

[caption #123]
<A4>: What brings Kefka, humble servant of Emperor Gestahl, into our lowly
presence?<EOP>
KEFKA: A girl of no importance recently escaped from us. We heard she found
refuge here_

[caption #124]
<A4>: Hmm_this wouldn't have anything to do with this [witch] everyone's
been whispering about, would it?<EOP>
KEFKA: Lies!
She_merely stole something of minor value.
Is she here?

[caption #125]
<A4>: That's a tough one!

[caption #126]
<A4>: You see, there're more girls here than grains of sand out there. I can't
keep track of 'em all!<EOP>
KEFKA: I'd hate to be you if we find out you're lying_
Mwa, ha!

[caption #127]

KEFKA: I truly hope nothing happens to your precious Figaro_!

[caption #128]
<A1>: I'd say that guy's missing a few buttons_
<A4>: _
Where's <A0>?

[caption #129]
<A4>: Take her to her room_

[caption #130]
<A4>: I'd love to chat with you, but the Chancellor and I must plan our
strategy.<EOP>
Sometimes I hate being a king!
If you'll excuse me.

[caption #131]
<A1>: Follow me.

[caption #132]
<A1>: Don't you worry 'bout a thing! I'll_<EOP>
<A0>: You're <A1>, right? <A4> told me about you.
Is it true you're a thief?

[caption #133]
<A1>: That's TREASURE HUNTER!

[caption #134]
<A1>: On the surface, <A4> pretends to support the Empire.<EOP>
The truth is, he's collaborating with the Returners, an organization opposed to
the Empire.<EOP>
I am his contact with that group_

[caption #135]
<A1>: The old man you met in Narshe is one of us.<EOP>
<A0>: Empire_but I'm a soldier of the Empire_!

[caption #136]
<A1>: That's not true!
They were using you!
Things are different now.

[caption #137]
<A0>: I don't understand_
What should I do?

[caption #138]
<A1>: I can't tell you what to do.<EOP>
You don't have to decide right now.
You'll soon find your way_

[caption #139]
<A0>: But how will I know which way is right_

[caption #140]
<A4>: _?<EOP>
What the_?!

[caption #141]
<A4>: What's happening?<EOP>
SOLDIER: It's the Empire!
It's Kefka!

[caption #142]
<A4>: What are you doing?

[caption #143]
KEFKA: Bring me the girl. Now!
<A4>: I don't know what you're talking about!<EOP>
KEFKA: Then_
welcome to my barbecue!!
Uwa ha ha ha!

[caption #144]
FIRE!!!

[caption #145]
Fire! Fire! Heh, heh heh_

[caption #146]

<A4>: Get ready_!<EOP>

SOLDIER: Yes, Sir!

[caption #147]
KEFKA: Changed your mind_?

[caption #148]
<A4>: I guess I have no choice_

[caption #149]
<A4>: Or maybe I do!

[caption #150]
KEFKA: Ackk!
Shameful that a king should flee, leaving his people behind!<EOP>
How utterly delightful!

[caption #151]
<A4>: Jump! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #152]
<A1>: Yahoooo!

[caption #153]
<A4>: OK! Dive now!!!

[caption #154]
SOLDIER: Figaro Submerge Mode engaged! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #155]
CHANCELLOR: No one can touch the people of Figaro!

[caption #156]
<A4>: Bravo, Figaro!!! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #157]
KEFKA: Go!! GET THEM!

[caption #158]
KEFKA: Son of a submariner!
They'll pay for this_

[caption #159]
<A1>: This is great! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #160]
<A0>: Was that a bad person? <E$04><OP$12>
I_ <D>I'm scared_

[caption #161]
<A4>: <A0>,
there's someone I'd like you to meet_!

[caption #162]
<A1>: We're members of the Returners.<EOP>
<A4>: Our mentor, Banon, would certainly like to meet you.<EOP>
[Magic] is going to be the key to winning this war.

[caption #163]
<A0>: [Magic]_

[caption #164]
<A4>: <A0> has magical powers. That Esper seemed to_react to her. Can
there be some connection?<EOP>
<A0>: I haven't the foggiest! It just seems natural to me that I have the use of
this power_

[caption #165]
<A4>: But no HUMAN is born with the powers you seem to have, and_

[caption #166]
<A4>: I apologize.
<A0>: What should I do_?<EOP>
<A4>: I'm sure the Empire is going to come after you_<EOP>
If they get their hands on you again, the world's finished_<EOP>
<A0>, you want to understand your own powers, right?

[caption #167]
<A4>: Then I think we need to consult with Banon.<EOP>

<A0>: __

[caption #168]
<A1>: Please_

[caption #169]
<A4>: OK!
To the south there's a cave that leads to South Figaro.

[caption #170]
This cave leads to South Figaro. It's closed now due to construction.

[caption #171]
SOLDIER: King <A4>!
Where are you headed?<EOP>
<A4>: Through the cave, and eastward to South Figaro.<EOP>
<A4>: Return to the castle, and tell the others we're safe.<EOP>
SOLDIER: Yes, Sir!
Take care!

[caption #172]
Zzz_zzz_

[caption #173]
There's a clock key in his pocket_
<C>(Take it.)

<C>(Stealing is wrong.)

[caption #174]
<C>(Wind the clock?)
<C>(Leave it.)

[caption #175]
An old clock_
It's not ticking_

[caption #176]
An old clock_
It's ticking_

[caption #177]
Took the Clock Key!

[caption #178]
Welcome to South Figaro!

[caption #179]
You'll find lots of excellent weapons, armor and relics in our shops.

[caption #180]
La mision es traer a Claire de regreso, no te entretengas con los
soldados.<EOP>
Entra, los cristales te llevaran a tu destino.

[caption #181]
Mt. Kolts is to the east.

[caption #182]
Beyond Mt. Kolts you'll find the Sabil mountain range.

[caption #183]
Equip relics to gain a variety of abilities!<EOP>
These double my walking speed!

[caption #184]
My husband, Duncan, is a
world-famous martial artist!<EOP>
He's taking his disciples to
Mt. Kolts for meditation and training.

[caption #185]
<A5>, where's Vargas?
Where's my husband?

[caption #186]
<A5>: Master was_
Vargas_

[caption #187]

DUNCAN'S WIFE: I'll never understand Vargas_<EOP>

Fortunately, my husband taught his most secret techniques to you.

[caption #188]
<A5>: For 10 years you've treated me like a son. I am eternally grateful!

[caption #189]
_.

[caption #190]
<A1>: At the very least you could give me a response_

[caption #191]
<A4>: Stand back!
He seems vaguely familiar_
Wait a minute_!

[caption #192]
He owes allegiance to no one,
and will do anything for money.
He comes and goes like the wind_

[caption #193]
<A4>: That's <A3>_!
He'd slit his mama's throat for a nickel!

[caption #194]
<A1>: Better steer clear of him, I guess.

[caption #195]
<A3>: Leave us.
The dog eats strangers_

[caption #196]
The guy at the counter_
He's kinda creepy_

[caption #197]
That guy at the counter_HEY! Where'd he go?

[caption #198]
Duncan's students have no peers!

[caption #199]
I'm so sorry to hear about Duncan.

[caption #200]
Duncan made his son, Vargas, practice a strict martial arts lifestyle. Vargas
resented it.

[caption #201]
The house in the northern part of town belongs to our wealthiest citizen.

[caption #202]
The Empire's been invading one town after the next.
We're not safe here!

[caption #203]
The Empire attacked Figaro Castle?!<EOP>
Now we'll all be drawn into the battle!

[caption #204]
I can't believe it!
The Empire'll smash us!

[caption #205]
This town'll go down fighting! Even with their Magitek Armor, we'll make it
tough on 'em!

[caption #206]
Attack from the east.
That way, <D>__?!<EOP>
Hey! Whaddaya think you're doin'? Barging in here while I'm trying to write a
letter! Harumph!

[caption #207]
Oh, uh, sorry_
Even a millionaire can be_
startled.

[caption #208]
Oh, what have I done?!
I betrayed the town, and I didn't even need the money!

[caption #209]
Chung chung_
Chung chung_
Magitek Armor!!!!

[caption #210]
My Dad's VERY important! Why, not so long ago he even dined with General
Leo_ <D>_<EOP>
Uh, I, uh, just made that up!

[caption #211]
Wind the clock!
Wind the clock!<EOP>
Uh, that was just a jump-rope rhyme!

[caption #212]
Has war really begun?
I'd better return home_

[caption #213]
The Imperial Troops have turned this house into their headquarters.

[caption #214]

There's always a nasty draft in this room. Where's it coming from?

[caption #215]
I don't like strangers.
Bring me some cider, and maybe I'll talk to you.

[caption #216]
What?!
No cider?!

[caption #217]
Hurumph_DOG!

[caption #218]
Ah! Cider!
Glug, glug, _<EOP>
Huh? Secret passage?
Well, there is one that leads to the rich man's house.

[caption #219]
Go downstairs and give my grandson the password. It's_uh, umm_
I forget!

[caption #220]
My grandfather was a servant for the richest man in town.

[caption #221]
Only people dressed as merchants may pass through.

[caption #222]
Merchant, right?
You may proceed.

[caption #223]
The password is_
<C>[Rose bud]
<C>[Courage]
<C>[Failure]

[caption #224]
You're an Imperial spy!
Can't fool me!

[caption #225]
Secret entrance.

[caption #226]
Good luck!

[caption #227]
Outta the way!
I gotta get this cider over to the old man!

That's my job!<EOP>
Now scram!

[caption #228]
I'm off work.
Get lost!

[caption #229]
Are kids allowed in here?
<D>__What do you think?<EOP>
Oh, all right_

[caption #230]
Hey you!
Come to steal my cider?

[caption #231]
You thief!

[caption #232]
Took the old man's cider!

[caption #233]
The ship isn't going anywhere.

[caption #234]

Imperial troops are milling about.

Gotta jam without being seen!

[caption #235]
Use caution.

[caption #236]
<A4>: Hm_
What's that smell_?

[caption #237]
<A4>: Flowers_
His favorite_

[caption #238]
<A4>: And this_
His favorite tea_

[caption #239]
<A4>: These dishes!
They were his favorite!

[caption #240]
<A4>: <A5>_he was_here?!

[caption #241]

<A4>: What the_

[caption #242]
<A4>: You know this guy?

[caption #243]
MAN: Of course. He left a couple of days ago after he heard Master Duncan was
slain.
He headed into the mountains.<EOP>
I heard Duncan's son, Vargas, is missing as well.
I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #244]
<A4>: He must have gone to pay his respects to his mentor, Duncan_

[caption #245]
Scum!
You're Returners!

[caption #246]
What about <A5>?

[caption #247]
VARGAS: <A5> sent you, right?

[caption #248]
<A1>: Who're YOU?

[caption #249]
<A1>: You were shadowing us earlier, right?
VARGAS: Brilliant!

[caption #250]
<A0>: YOU! You're the coward who murdered Master Duncan!

[caption #251]
VARGAS: And how unlucky it is that you have run into me_!

[caption #252]
<A4>: <A5>?
Is he here?

[caption #253]
<A4>: <A5>!!!

[caption #254]
<A5>: Big brother?

[caption #255]
<A1>: The brothers are reunited!

[caption #256]
<A0>: Younger_

[brother]?
At first glance I thought he was some bodybuilder who had strayed from his
gym_

[caption #257]
<A5>: Bodybuilder?!

[caption #258]
<A5>: I'll_take that as a compliment_

[caption #259]
<A5>: Anyway, brother, what are you doing here?
<A4>: We're on the way to the Sabil mountains.<EOP>
<A5>: To the Returner hideout, no doubt?

[caption #260]
<A5>: I've been watching from afar, hoping that the world might regain some
sanity_<EOP>
At this rate, Figaro will be reduced to a puppet state.

[caption #261]
<A4>: Our time to strike back has arrived.<EOP>
The Empire's going to pay for what it has done_

[caption #262]
<A5>: Think a [bear] like me could help you in your fight?

[caption #263]
<A4>: You'd_join us?
<A5>_!!

[caption #264]
<A5>: I think Duncan would rest easier if he knew his disciple played a part in
bringing peace to the world.

[caption #265]
<A1>: Let's get going!

[caption #266]
King <A4>!
This way, please!

[caption #267]
Did you speak with Banon?

[caption #268]
Not even the Empire'd think of looking here for us!

[caption #269]
Aha!

[caption #270]
Welcome!

[caption #271]
Thank you!

[caption #272]
Necesitas descansar?
<C> Si
<C> No

[caption #273]
250 GP per night.
Lights out?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #274]
250 GP for a Chocobo ride!
Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #275]
BANON: Is she the girl who can talk to Espers_?!
<A0>: Espers_?<EOP>
<A4>: Seemed the Empire had complete control over her.

[caption #276]

BANON: Carrier pigeons brought word that she wiped out 50 of the Empire's
best soldiers in a few minutes.

[caption #277]
<A0>: That's a lie!!!

[caption #278]
<A1>: <A0>!
<A4>: Banon! She doesn't remember ANYTHING!

[caption #279]
BANON: Stay where you are!

[caption #280]
<A4>: Banon!
We brought the girl with us.

[caption #281]
BANON: Perhaps you've heard this story? Once, when people were pure and
innocent,<EOP>
there was a box they were told never to open. But one man went and opened it
anyway.<EOP>
He unleashed all the evils of the world: envy_ <D>greed_ <D>pride_
<D>violence_ <D>control_<EOP>
All that was left in the box was a single ray of light: Hope.

[caption #282]
<A0>: __

BANON: We now confront those evils_<EOP>

And you are that last ray of light, our only hope_

[caption #283]
<A4>: Banon!

[caption #284]
BANON: I'm so tired_
Let me rest a while.

[caption #285]

2000 GP inside!

[caption #286]

Found Potion!

[caption #287]

Found Ether!

[caption #288]

Found Remedy!

[caption #289]
We're a small organization now, but our membership is starting to soar.

[caption #290]
BANON: <A0>_
Talk to everyone here, heed their advice.

[caption #291]
Banon?
He went outside a moment ago.

[caption #292]
No tendran apoyo esta vez en su mision, me asignaron equipo asi que este
sera nuestro ultimo encuentro.

[caption #293]
Welcome back!

[caption #294]
Orlandu: El personal suele rotar con frecuencia_
Mog probablemente no sea tan inactivo como Vicent.

[caption #295]
Bartz: Ya me siento mejor, pronto estare listo para volver a combate.

[caption #296]
The Empire is arresting Returners everywhere.

We have to discover some means of fighting back, or_

[caption #297]
<A1>: Someone important to me was jailed by the Empire. I've hated the
Empire ever since_<EOP>
I joined the Returners when I realized the Empire was rotten to the core. I
wanted to make a difference.

[caption #298]
Someone dropped a scrap of paper_<EOP>
<C> Toss it in the trash.
<C> Leave it there.

[caption #299]
BANON: Who did this?
Who left this piece of paper here?

[caption #300]
<A0>: But_I have no significant [other] in my life_<EOP>
<A1>: That's not entirely true.<EOP>
Besides, I'm sure there are people who feel YOU'RE important to them! They
are counting on you_

[caption #301]
<A4>: It's gonna be tough to talk you into helping us_<EOP>
If we push you too hard, we're no different than the Empire_<EOP>
So we want you to make up your own mind.

[caption #302]
<A5>: The only thing I can add is that you can trust my brother
implicitly.<EOP>
He's always been fair with me. You can trust him, <A0>_

[caption #303]
But don't you DARE tell him I said that!

[caption #304]
BANON: Have you made a decision?<EOP>
Will you become our last ray of hope?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #305]
BANON: You will? Really!!

[caption #306]
<A0>: But_ <D>
I'm scared_

[caption #307]
BANON: I see_

[caption #308]
BANON: I thought as much_

[caption #309]
BANON: You're sure about this?

[caption #310]
I understand your unease.
But even as we speak, innocent lives are being lost_<EOP>
Please. We need your abilities.
This relic will keep you safe.<EOP>

Received [Genji Glove]!

[caption #311]
We truly need your help!

[caption #312]
Please join us in our battle!

[caption #313]
BANON: The person who possesses this relic need not fear harm.

[caption #314]
BANON: Please, <A0>_
I'd like you to take it with you.

[caption #315]
<A0>: What is this??? <D>

[caption #316]
BANON: If everyone works together we'll be successful.
Never give up hope!

[caption #317]
BANON: A lucky charm. Take it!<EOP>

Received [Gauntlet]!

[caption #318]
BANON: I have a plan!
Please get everyone together!

[caption #319]
<A0>: Hope_
How can anyone put their hope in me?

[caption #320]
S_South Figaro_

[caption #321]
What? WHAT IS IT?

[caption #322]
BANON: What's going on?

What happened?

[caption #323]
<A0>: He's badly wounded!

[caption #324]
BANON: Someone did a number on him_

[caption #325]
E_Empire_took Figaro_
Coming_this way_unnnh_

[caption #326]
BANON: They've found us_
We haven't a moment to lose!

[caption #327]
<A4>: <A1>!<EOP>
<A1>: I know_
[Someone] has to sneak into South Figaro and slow the Empire down, right?
<EOP>
<A4>: This's right up your alley! Good luck!

[caption #328]
<A1>: <A0>_
Please wait for me_
And_please_<EOP>

_don't let a lecherous young king, who shall remain nameless, near you!
<A4>: <A1>!!!

[caption #329]
<A5>: Big brother_
Aren't you EVER going to grow up?

[caption #330]
BANON: What're we going to do?<EOP>
<A4>: We'll escape down the Lete River, and make our way to Narshe. I want
to see that Esper for myself_<EOP>
BANON: Right. There's a raft by the back entrance.
It's a gamble, but we're fresh out of options_

[caption #331]
<A4>: You're in danger here. Come with us to Narshe.<EOP>
You'll probably even gain some understanding of your own abilities_

[caption #332]
BANON: We've no time to dilly-dally. Let's make for Narshe!

[caption #333]
We'll handle things here_
Please leave for Narshe!

[caption #334]
Give our regards to Banon.

[caption #335]
The Lete River runs through some underground caverns.

[caption #336]
BANON: We all know that the Empire is using Magitek power in battle. The point
is, how has the Emperor created it?

[caption #337]
<A4>: I had <A1> look into the rumor that the Empire is forcing the world's
finest scholars to study Espers.

[caption #338]
<A1>: All the trouble in Narshe is over an Esper, too_

[caption #339]
BANON: Right_

[caption #340]
<A0>: You mean there's some connection between Espers and Magitek?
<EOP>
BANON: I can only recall one thing linking Espers with Magitek power_

[caption #341]
<A4>: You don't mean_<EOP>
BANON: Indeed!
The ancient War of the Magi_

[caption #342]
[No!]
[It can't be!]

[caption #343]
<A1>: My Grandma used to tell me stories about magical machines_
Could they have been true?

[caption #344]
<A4>: Could that ancient tragedy be playing out once again_<EOP>
BANON: It's just speculation_<EOP>
But historical studies have provided a number of conflicting and frightening
theories_<EOP>
According to one theory, humans and machines were imbued with powers
drained from Espers_

[caption #345]
<A0>: That could explain Magitek power_

[caption #346]
<A4>: We can only fight Magitek enemies with Magitek weapons_

[caption #347]
BANON: It's risky, but if we have <A0>_speak with that Esper, it might just
wake up_<EOP>
<A4>: I wonder if that's wise_?

[caption #348]

BANON: Who can say?

Regardless,
we need <A0>'s help.

[caption #349]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #350]
<A0>: I'll do it!<EOP>
<A5>: What nonsense!
You sound as if you're enjoying this!

[caption #351]
Emergency!
Sir Banon_

[caption #352]
BANON: What? <D>
What's that noise?

[caption #353]
Uwaaaa!
The Empire's invading!

[caption #354]
Urgh_uhnn_

[caption #355]
!

[caption #356]
What the_?
Sleep talking?

[caption #357]
Here we go!
This raft'll take us to Narshe!

[caption #358]
Hop aboard the raft?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #359]
Fleeing the Empire's troops,
Banon, <A4> and <A0> ride the rapids toward Narshe.
But the going won't be easy_

[caption #360]
Head toward Narshe, but protect Banon at all costs.<EOP>
If Banon is put out of commission, your journey's over.

[caption #361]
Which way?
<C> (Straight)

<C> (Left)

<C> (Right)

[caption #362]
Now which way???

<C> (Left)

<C> (Right)

[caption #363]

[caption #364]

[caption #365]
Hey, which way?
<C> (Up)

<C> (Left)

[caption #366]
<A4> and <A0> race toward Narshe while protecting Banon_<EOP>

_but what about <A5>, who was swallowed by the raging waters_?
And_<EOP>
_how is <A1> faring, after having penetrated the Empire's defenses in South
Figaro_<EOP>
Is all going according to plan_?

[caption #367]

(Please choose a scenario.)<EOP>

<C> Banon and Co.
<C> <A5>
<C> <A1>

[caption #368]
<A5>!!!

[caption #369]
<A1>: Nuts!
Gotta get to Narshe on the fly_

[caption #370]
<A1> has worked hard to stymie the efforts of the Imperial troops. But now he
desperately needs to escape_

[caption #371]
Halt!

[caption #372]
<A1>: Ouch!!
I gotta steal me some new clothes, fast!!

[caption #373]
Back inside!

[caption #374]
Gotta get moving!
The attack on Narshe is imminent. Who knows what's going to happen next?

[caption #375]
Imperial soldiers are pigs!
Green Suits live to brawl_

[caption #376]
<A1>: I've seen her before_
Of course! She's one of the Empire's generals!

[caption #377]
Product of genetic engineering,
battle-hardened Magitek Knight, with a spirit as pure as snow_

[caption #378]
GUARD: This's what happens to traitors!

[caption #379]
GUARD: So, the mighty <A6> has fallen!

[caption #380]
<A6>: How can you serve those cowards_
GUARD: Hold your tongue!

[caption #381]
<A6>: Isn't it true Kefka's going to poison the people of Doma, to the east?
GUARD: Shuddap!

[caption #382]
GUARD: I'd hate to be in your shoes tomorrow!

[caption #383]
Keep a close eye on her!

[caption #384]
Yes, Sir!
I can go for days without sleep!

[caption #385]
<C> (Remove her chains?)
<C> (Wait a few minutes.)

[caption #386]

<A6>: You're awfully short for a soldier.

<A1>: Oh, I forgot I was wearing a uniform!

[caption #387]
<A6>: What do you hope to peddle down here?
<A1>: Oops! Forgot I was wearing these clothes.

[caption #388]
<A6>: And you are_

[caption #389]
<A1>: I'm with the Returners. Name's <A1>.<EOP>
<A6>: Returners!!! I used to be General <A6>_
Now I'm just a common traitor_

[caption #390]
<A1>: Let's go!
<A6>: !? You'd take me along?

[caption #391]
<A6>: Thanks, but no thanks. I can barely walk_

[caption #392]
<A6>: I'm grateful, but_
Even if you got me out, you'd never be able to protect me. No, I think I'm better
off here.

[caption #393]
<A1>: I'll protect you!

[caption #394]
<A1>: Trust me! You'll be fine!

[caption #395]
<A1>: Let's go!

[caption #396]
SOLDIER: _more soup_'n_

[caption #397]
SOLDIER: _'n some bread, too_
<D>Mumble <D> Mumble_

[caption #398]
<A6>: Wait.

[caption #399]
<A6>: This soldier has something important on him_

[caption #400]
<A6>: Why are you helping me?
<A1>: You remind me of someone_

[caption #401]
<A1>: But what's it matter, anyway?
I just want to, okay?!

[caption #402]
<A6>: This passage leads out.

[caption #403]
<A1>: Huh?
<A6>: Something's coming outta the wall!!

[caption #404]
<A1>: Whew!!!
Looks like we're in the clear!

[caption #405]
<A1>: What IS that noise?

[caption #406]
I heard they grabbed a famous general who turned traitor!<EOP>
She's locked up somewhere in this town.

[caption #407]
Never a dull moment_
Time to guard the passage under the big mansion_<EOP>
Oh, well.

Life is tough_

[caption #408]
I heard there are 2 secret tunnels under the rich man's house.<EOP>
One leads out of town, the other to one of these houses_

[caption #409]
Thanks to our informer, this town fell instantly!

[caption #410]
Rascals!
Knock it off!

[caption #411]
<C>(Change clothes?)
<C>(These are fine.)

[caption #412]
Lower ranking soldiers like to brawl. Try humiliating them by stealing their
clothes!

[caption #413]
Uh huh!

[caption #414]
Avoid the armored soldiers! They have no sense of humor!

[caption #415]
Hey, lady_didn't you just bust in here wearing Magitek armor?

[caption #416]
BANON: Wait a sec!

[caption #417]
Get out of here!
If you don't_

[caption #418]
<A4>: Hold on.
I'm King <A4> of Figaro_
GUARD: Liar!!!

[caption #419]
BANON: Aye yai yai_
<A4>: That kind of attitude is deadly!
He won't even listen!<EOP>
<A0>: It's all my fault_

[caption #420]
ARVIS: Banon! King <A4>!
_and <A0>!!!

[caption #421]

BANON: Arvis!
What's happening here in Narshe?<EOP>
ARVIS: The town's neutral.
I've tried to get the people to side with the Returners, but_<EOP>
Anyway, why on earth have you come here?

[caption #422]
<A4>: First, how are your people doing?<EOP>
ARVIS: They all went_slightly berserk when the Esper was discovered.

[caption #423]
BANON: We believe this young woman is our only hope of reaching out to that
Esper.<EOP>
ARVIS: My people are dying to know what the Esper looks like.<EOP>
Maybe <A0> can help restore some order to our town_?

[caption #424]
<A4>: That Esper is either going to save us_or dig us an early grave_

[caption #425]
<A0>: When <A1> first helped me, he fiddled with somethihg right around
here.

[caption #426]
<A4>: Knowing him there's probably some secret switch in this rock wall_

[caption #427]

<A4>: Goodness_
<A0>: What's that_?<EOP>
<A4>: I think this's a security check point. If we follow the light exactly, we'll
probably be okay.<EOP>
If we make a mistake, the light'll surround us.
To proceed safely we must [tag] the glimmering light.

[caption #428]
AGED MAN: You the clock maker? I been waitin' for ages!

[caption #429]
Uh_no.
I'm not the clock maker.

[caption #430]
AGED MAN: There it is, on the wall. Ain't been tickin' for 1, 5, shucks, maybe
even 10 years!

[caption #431]
AGED MAN: Hey!!?

[caption #432]
What dire fate has befallen <A5>, who fell from the raft after the fight with
Ultros?_

[caption #433]
Come to think of it_ <D>
I saw some total geek when I last went south, to the Veldt.<EOP>

Watch yourselves in those parts!

[caption #434]
AGED MAN: Lawnmower repairman, eh? Couldn't provide worse service! Grass's
25 feet high out back!

[caption #435]
AGED MAN: Got it!

[caption #436]
AGED MAN: You're here to fix my bed! It's squeakin' like all git-out!

[caption #437]
AGED MAN: No more lip, repairman! Fix that stove, on the double!!!

[caption #438]
AGED MAN: Goodness! <D>
Then you must be_

[caption #439]
AGED MAN: You've come to fix the door!?

[caption #440]
Phew!
No child could be this mischievious!

[caption #441]

Yaaaouch!!!!

[caption #442]
Take a nap?
<C> (Snooze)
<C> (No thanks)

[caption #443]
AGED MAN: Child_?
Ain't no child 'round here!
Bolderdash!<EOP>
I'm ready for you to leave!
Go on, git! I'm tossin' ya out onta the Veldt!<EOP>
???
I'd rather take a stick in the eye than deal with that guy again_

[caption #444]
MERCHANT: Welcome!
Need anything?
<C> What have you?
<C> No thanks.

[caption #445]
MERCHANT: See you around.

[caption #446]

Who're you?

[caption #447]
MERCHANT: Howdy. I own the dry goods business out here!

[caption #448]
MERCHANT: You're_not from these parts, huh?

[caption #449]
MERCHANT: We'll, no matter!
<C> See the goods
<C> Not interested

[caption #450]
MERCHANT: Good day.
Need anything?
<C> See the goods
<C> Not interested

[caption #451]
<A5>: You_on a journey?
I got separated from my friends. Say, can you tell me how to get to Narshe?

[caption #452]
MAN: The Empire has set up a base somewhere beyond the forest, and to the
east.
<A5>: _Empire!?<EOP>

MAN: They seem to have their sights set on Doma Castle.<EOP>

<A5>: Doma, huh?
I have to reach Narshe immediately!<EOP>
MAN: Your only chance is through Doma.
I'll show you the way.<EOP>
Just know that I may take off at any time, if I feel like it.

[caption #453]
<A3>: Imperial soldiers have built a base somewhere beyond the
forest.<EOP>
<A5>: _Already!?
<A3>: They seem to have their sights set on Doma Castle.<EOP>
<A5>: So Doma's next, huh?
I have to reach Narshe immediately!<EOP>
<A3>: Your only hope is through Doma.
I'll show you the way.<EOP>
Just know that I may take off at any time, if I feel like it.

[caption #454]
Whoa_
The dog just can't stand strangers.

[caption #455]
<A5>: The going is bound to be_pretty rough_

[caption #456]
<A3>: The Reaper is always just a step behind me_

[caption #457]
Welcome a partner?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #458]
BARAM: Clyde_I'm_
done for_
F_find me here_
Please, Clyde_ <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #459]
BARAM: Yahoooo!
We did it, Clyde!<EOP>
CLYDE: A million GP!
What a blast! I love this!

[caption #460]
BARAM: Guess it's time to change our name.<EOP>
CLYDE: Our name?
BARAM: We need something more_appropriate.
BARAM: Such as_?<EOP>
BARAM: _ <A3>!
Not bad, huh?

[caption #461]
CLYDE: Great train robbers of the century_
<A3>_?

[caption #462]
CLYDE: Open your eyes!
BARAM: I'm scared_hack, cough_
Is_is this MY blood_?
CLYDE: You're gonna be okay!

[caption #463]
BARAM: I've let you down_
I'm sorry_
CLYDE: Save your strength.
We're almost to a town.<EOP>
BARAM: You don't have to pretend. I know. I've lost_too much blood.

[caption #464]
BARAM: Get going!
I'm gonna slow you down.
CLYDE: But_!
BARAM: You wanna get caught?

[caption #465]
BARAM: Before you go_
You have to use your knife_

[caption #466]
CLYDE: WHAT!!!!
BARAM: Think what they'll do to me if I get caught.<EOP>
I don't want to go through that. Do me this favor.

[caption #467]
BARAM: Are you_shaking?
I can't believe it!
You're acting like a coward!<EOP>
Come on, you weakling!
Grab a knife and_
CLYDE: I CAN'T!

[caption #468]
BARAM: Clyde!!!

[caption #469]
CLYDE: I'm sorry_

[caption #470]
BARAM: Clyde!
How dare you!?

[caption #471]
Hey_HEY!

Stay with me now!

[caption #472]
CLYDE: Where_am_?<EOP>
A small village called Thama_
Hang in there!

[caption #473]
Shriek!!!
Help_HELP!!!
Talk to the Impresario!

[caption #474]
Thank goodness!

[caption #475]
A dragon is sitting smack in the middle of the stage!

[caption #476]

Surprise!

[caption #477]
Looks like we're gonna have to save the day once again!

[caption #478]

There's something odd about this stratum_<EOP>

It's as if we've bumped into something_
<C> (Continue journey)
<C> (Stop and explore)

[caption #479]
SOLDIER: Who in blazes're YOU?

[caption #480]
SOLDIER A: Shhhh!
Do I always have to tell you to keep it down?!
You're hopeless_!<EOP>
SOLDIER A: I hate that weirdo, Kefka. I don't even think he's human, not like
General Leo_<EOP>
SOLDIER B: Agreed.

[caption #481]
<A5>: What the_?
Where'd these soldiers come from?

[caption #482]
COMMANDER: You two! We're about to storm Doma Castle_<EOP>
You will join the assault team!

[caption #483]

[caption #484]
SOLDIER: Rogue!!!

[caption #485]
This's an Imperial base.
Too many soldiers_

[caption #486]
SOLDIER A: Hey, have you heard?
SOLDIER B: Oh, you mean_<EOP>
SOLDIER A: Shhh! Quiet down.
If Kefka catches us, we're toast.

[caption #487]
SOLDIER A: If he drives General Leo out of our battalion,
he'll probably become the next general!<EOP>
SOLDIER B: Don't make me laugh!
If someone like him becomes a general, I'll go home!

[caption #488]
SOLDIER A: Shhhhh!
What if he hears you?
You'll be jailed!<EOP>
SOLDIER B: Alright, alright!

[caption #489]

SOLDIER B: Uh, oh_

Here he comes_
Back to the waiting zone!

[caption #490]
KEFKA: Hey, you!
You keeping a sharp lookout?<EOP>
SOLDIER A: Yes, Sir.
You're Kefka, correct?
How are you, Sir?<EOP>
KEFKA: Please!
Save your petty small talk!
Just do your job!

[caption #491]
SOLDIER B: Phew_!
Someone's gotta put that guy away!<EOP>
SOLDIER B: I'd like to tell him to his face he's no General Leo!

[caption #492]
SOLDIER: General Leo.
The citizens of Doma seem to be playing a waiting game_<EOP>
LEO: So, that's their strategy.

[caption #493]
SOLDIER: General.

We're ready to take the castle. Just give the order_<EOP>

LEO: Patience!
If we attack now, we'll have to sacrifice too many lives.

[caption #494]
SOLDIER: But, General!
I'm ready to lay my life down at any time for the Empire!

[caption #495]
LEO: You're from Maranda, right?<EOP>
SOLDIER: Y_yes Sir. Why?

[caption #496]
LEO: And your family lives there? Fall in battle, and I'll have to deliver the bad
news_
What shall I say to them?<EOP>
You have a life to go back to someday. Don't throw it all away for nothing.
Emperor Gestahl wouldn't want that.

[caption #497]
SOLDIER: Yes, Sir!

[caption #498]
SOLDIER: General Leo!

[caption #499]
SOLDIER: Hey!

What are you doing?

[caption #500]
SOLDIER: A carrier pigeon from Emperor Gestahl.

[caption #501]
LEO: What_?

[caption #502]
LEO: The Emperor summons me.
I must return immediately.

[caption #503]
SOLDIER: I understand, Sir.

[caption #504]
LEO: Right.
I'll leave Doma in your hands.
SOLDIER: Yes, Sir.<EOP>
LEO: Okay_
Just don't jump the gun.
Please_

[caption #505]
SOLDIER: Sir!
Leave it to us, Sir!

[caption #506]
LEO: Right.

[caption #507]
So that's General Leo_
He could be my friend, if he weren't my enemy_

[caption #508]
That was too close_!

[caption #509]
Urrgh! The top won't open.<EOP>
Right_
<C> (Kick it)
<C> (Hit it)
<C> (Leave it)

[caption #510]
Yeeeouch!

[caption #511]
No! A sentry!

[caption #512]
SOLDIER: Who goes there?

[caption #513]
SOLDIER: _???
I knew I heard something_<EOP>
Meoooow<EOP>
SOLDIER: Just a lousy cat_

[caption #514]
KEFKA: Now that Leo's gone, I'll turn this water into a flowing river of poison!

[caption #515]
LEO: The Emperor has ordered me to return home. I don't want any trouble
here!<EOP>
KEFKA: You loser!
I'll take care of this situation in no time!

[caption #516]
LEO: Don't be pompous!
And DON'T forget that they are PEOPLE, just like you and me.<EOP>
KEFKA: We need not spare those lands that gave rise to the Returners!

[caption #517]
KEFKA: You just go and be a good little boy_!

[caption #518]
KEFKA: Is the poison ready?
SOLDIER: But, General Leo said_<EOP>

KEFKA: He's no longer here!

I'm in charge now. Pour it!<EOP>
SOLDIER: Some of our people are prisoners inside the castle!
If we poison the river_<EOP>
KEFKA: Do it!
Take 'em all out!

[caption #519]
That's inhuman!

[caption #520]
KEFKA: Unh? Silence!
You're history, bub_

[caption #521]
KEFKA: What an oaf!
When I get my hands on him_

[caption #522]
KEFKA: Ha, ha, ha!
_What a toad!

[caption #523]
KEFKA: Huh!?
How long do you expect me to put up with you? Next time, you're a goner.

[caption #524]
Wait!!!

[caption #525]
KEFKA: Oh, gripe!
Hey! If you know what's good for you_

[caption #526]
NO!!
Unless we act now, Kefka'll use the poison to_

[caption #527]
KEFKA: Hee, hee!
Nothing can beat the music of hundreds of voices screaming in unison!<EOP>
Uwa, ha, ha!

[caption #528]
COMMANDER: Attack!

[caption #529]
DOMA SENTRY: It's hopeless.
We can't keep them out.

[caption #530]
DOMA SENTRY: So, it's finally happening_

[caption #531]
A moment, Sir!

[caption #532]
Allow me the honor!

[caption #533]
<A2>: If we can fell their commander, they'll surely give up.

[caption #534]
<A2>: Let us give it a try.

[caption #535]
<A2>: Thou musn't give up the fight!

[caption #536]
DOMA SENTRY: Sir <A2>!
Let their commander have it!

[caption #537]
DOMA SENTRY: Sir <A2>!

[caption #538]
<A2>: I am <A2>,
retainer to the King of Doma.
I am your worst nightmare_

[caption #539]
<A2>: Huh?
The water looks odd_

[caption #540]
TROOPER: The general's been defeated! Run!!!

[caption #541]
<A2>: This is_ <D>POISON!

[caption #542]
<A2>: Your Highness!
Fear not!
KING DOMA: Who's there?

[caption #543]
<A2>: <A2>, Excellency.<EOP>
KING DOMA: Indeed!
My sight is going fast_
Can't see a thing_<EOP>
<A2>: Excellency!
Hang on!
KING DOMA: <A2>_<EOP>
You have defended the realm since my father's days_hack, cough_
Thank you_<EOP>

It's over_
Our kingdom is through.

[caption #544]
<A2>: Not yet, Highness!
KING DOMA: I fear for your family. <D>Uhh_chest is on f_fire_<EOP>
<A2>: Save your strength!
Don't talk!
KING DOMA: Go_run to your family_hack_ <D>gasp_ <D>__<EOP>
<A2>: Highness!!

[caption #545]
<A2>: Elayne!
<D>Elayne! Wake up!

[caption #546]
<A2>: This_
This_can't be happening!

[caption #547]
<A2>: ! <D>Owain_
NOT YOU TOO!
Son_you can't BOTH leave me!

[caption #548]
Faithful retainer to his family's liege, with the courage and strength of a
hundred men_

[caption #549]
The Empire's base is bustling with activity. Something must be up!

[caption #550]
DOMA SENTRY: What lowdown, contemptible_!

[caption #551]
<A2>: Guard our liege!

[caption #552]
<A2>: Walled up in there, we can wait out our enemy!

[caption #553]
<A2>: D_ <D>Dear me_

[caption #554]
DOMA SENTRY: We're through.

[caption #555]
DOMA SENTRY: To the King, on the double!

[caption #556]
<A2>: Right!
The King's room is near!

[caption #557]
<A2>: Highness_

[caption #558]
<A2>: There have to be some survivors in the castle!
DOMA SENTRY: Let's split up_

[caption #559]
<A2>: Here, too_

[caption #560]
<A2>: I_impossible!
<D>Idiotic!!!

[caption #561]
We can't forgive this! <D>
The Empire must pay!

[caption #562]
TROOPER: This is off limits.

[caption #563]
WARRIOR: I am <A2>,
retainer to King Doma!

[caption #564]

<A2>: Ohhh!
This is too much! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #565]
<A2>: Urgh!!!
Who released this poison?
<E$03><OP$12>

[caption #566]
SOLDIER: The enemy!
Get ready, everyone!

[caption #567]
<A5>: That guy's a sitting duck! Gotta help him, fast!

[caption #568]
<A5>: Uwaaa!<EOP>
It's that poison!
This isn't gonna be easy_

[caption #569]
<A5>: May I give you a hand?!

[caption #570]
<A2>: Thank you_
whomever you are.

[caption #571]
<A5>: Let me have at it!

[caption #572]
<A2>: What a mess!!
Be careful, Sir!!

[caption #573]
Look_we're gonna have to do this together!

[caption #574]
<A2>: The thought had occurred to me as well!

[caption #575]
<A5>: I'm <A5>, from Figaro. I'll explain more later. First, let's finish this!

[caption #576]
<A2>: Thank you, kind sir!

[caption #577]
<A2>: Eeoooa!
Be you friend or enemy?!

[caption #578]
<A5>: Ouuuch!

_didn't MEAN to step in there_

[caption #579]
<A5>: ! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #580]
<A5>: Allow me to thank you! I am <A5>, from Figaro.
Now, let's scram!

[caption #581]
<A2>: But what of my home, my family_my friends?<EOP>
<A5>: Look_
If we stick around any longer we'll have a regiment of troops down our throats.

[caption #582]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!!
It is I who is in your debt!

[caption #583]
<A5>: Forget it.
Now, come on!

[caption #584]
<A2>: Aaahhh!
We can't stop now!
<E$04><OP$12>

[caption #585]
<A5>: Then let's just bust through!

[caption #586]
End of the line!

[caption #587]
There's nowhere to run!

[caption #588]
Who said anything about running?!

[caption #589]
<A5>: Can't believe we've made it this far_
Say, how do we get to Narshe from here?<EOP>
<A2>: Narshe, eh?<EOP>
Only one route, through the forest to the south.

[caption #590]
<A5>: All right!
It's decided.
Let's get going!

[caption #591]
<A5>: Nothing but poison this way!

[caption #592]
SOLDIER: Got 'em!
Over here!

[caption #593]
<A5>: Hoo, boy_<EOP>
<A5>: I have a great idea_
Come over here.

[caption #594]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!
What on earth are these?

[caption #595]
<A5>: I'll explain later!
Relax. Just climb in!

[caption #596]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!
How might these abominations be manipulated?

[caption #597]
<A5>: I'm getting sick of this! Thou art such a pain in the_! <D>Confound it
all! I'm starting to talk like you!<EOP>
<A5>: Now listen!
Just use those levers located by your hands.

[caption #598]
Algunos hombres de la base estamos infiltrados.
Si quieres cambiar los miembros del equipo habla conmigo.

[caption #599]
Welcome to this classroom.
We'll be here for you even if the world should crumble.

[caption #600]
This is water from a recovery spring. It'll restore your HP and MP. Such springs
are located throughout the world.

[caption #601]
This is a Save Point.

[caption #602]
Valuables are often hidden in pots such as this one.

[caption #603]
Use curative items to restore your HP. Staying at an Inn will revive your party in
full.

[caption #604]
Ha!
Sometimes monsters lurk inside of treasure chests!

[caption #605]
Heard about Relics?

[caption #606]
Choose with the A Button. Cancel a choice with the B Button. View the Main
Menu with the X Button.

[caption #607]
When buying armor and weapons you'll see some symbols next to your
characters:<EOP>
Triangles pointing up indicate increasing battle power.<EOP>
Triangles pointing down indicate decreasing battle power.<EOP>
[=] indicates no change in battle power.<EOP>
[E] means the item is already equipped on that character.<EOP>
A symbol under a character means that person is now in your party.

[caption #608]
If you select the [Wait] Battle Mode from the Config Menu_<EOP>
You can take all the time you need to select spells or items without being
attacked.

[caption #609]
Run from some battles by pressing (and holding) both the L and R Buttons.

[caption #610]
A full meter in the lower right means that character will be next to accept
battle commands.<EOP>

Press the X or Y button to pass that character's battle opportunity to the next
character.

[caption #611]
When selecting a spell, press the L or R Button to select multiple targets.

[caption #612]
During a battle, press left or right on the control pad to select [Row] or
[Defense.]<EOP>
[Defense] cuts received damage in half, and works until your next command
input.

[caption #613]
Damage is more severe when caught in a pincer attack!
Use care when running!

[caption #614]
White numerals appearing during battle are damage points. Green numerals
are recovery points.

[caption #615]
In the back row, damage and attack power are halved.<EOP>
Change rows using the Main Menu: press left on the Control Pad, then press the
A Button.

[caption #616]
Need status info?
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #617]
[Clear]
Enemy can't strike you, but you're an easy target for spells.<EOP>
You'll revert to normal if a spell hits you.<EOP>
[Imp]
Lose use of spells and commands.<EOP>
[Zombie]
HP drops to 0, and you attack party members. Use [Revivify] to reverse.<EOP>
For [Muddled] and [Psyche]
You'll revert to normal when struck by a weapon.

[caption #618]
Use a curative spell or item on an undead creature for maximum damage.

[caption #619]
[Life 3]
Automatically brought back even if status is affected.<EOP>
[Regen]
HP gradually come back.

[caption #620]
3-way attack indicates a fire, ice and lightning attack.

[caption #621]

[Rflect] spells will fade over time, and can't block certain magic attacks.

[caption #622]
[Runic]
Turns many magic attacks into MP! Can be used repeatedly.<EOP>
[Morph]
Increases Attack and Magic power. Duration increases with battles
fought.<EOP>
[Dance] and [Rage]
Once selected, will continue until the battle is over.

[caption #623]
When multiple images of your characters flash on the screen, weapons won't
touch you.

[caption #624]
Might want to go out and get some experience in the world before coming in
here!

[caption #625]
Near-fatal status can result in special hidden skills. See what happens if you
select command [Fight]_

[caption #626]
Seems you have a piece of Magicite.<EOP>
Want to learn more about Espers?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #627]
To use an Esper it must be equipped. Choose [Skills] from the menu, then
select [Espers.]<EOP>
During battle, select Magic, and press up on the Control Pad. Press the A Button
to use the Esper.<EOP>
Remember, an Esper can only be used once per battle.<EOP>

Learning Magic<EOP>
Learn new spells by equipping Espers. Switch Espers to learn different sets of
spells.<EOP>
The higher the [Learning Speed] the faster a spell is learned.<EOP>
When equipped, some Espers will raise qualities (Strength, HP, MP etc.) to their
maximum limits at the next [level up.]

[caption #628]
Each SwdTech sword has its own unique name.<EOP>
You'll gain more SwdTech skills over time.

[caption #629]
[About Rflect]
[Rflect] doesn't block spells that have been [Rflected] off others.<EOP>
Enemy protected by Rflect?
Try bouncing an attack off a Rflect-protected individual in your party!

[caption #630]
Color changes indicate changes in status.

[caption #631]
Blue = Rflect

Spells are reflected. <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #632]
Yellow = [Safe]

Defense up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #633]
Green = [Shell]

Magic defense up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #634]
Red = [Haste]

Speed up! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #635]
White = [Slow]

Speed way down! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #636]

Pink = [Stop]

Time stops! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #637]
<A1>: I think I'm gonna_

[caption #638]
<A1>: Ooh_ <D>Ohhhhhhh_

[caption #639]
Stay clear of the engine room. It's dangerous.

[caption #640]
We're almost to Crescent Island.

[caption #641]
The Magitek Armor's being refurbished.

[caption #642]
<A6>: Hey_<A1>_

[caption #643]
Rumor has it that the power of magic still exists on Crescent Island.

[caption #644]

Once we find an Esper, we'll be able to restore peace!

[caption #645]
<A0>: _
Where's <A11>_? <D>
<A1>: He hates ships.
<D>We must_leave him behind!

[caption #646]
SOLDIER: All systems A-O-K.

[caption #647]
<A1>: Urgh_ <D>Uooh_ <D>Argh_

[caption #648]
WAITER: Please order at the table_

[caption #649]
<A5>: Food! Chop!
Let's go slop the hogs!

[caption #650]
Can't leave the train now!

[caption #651]
WAITER: Care for something?

<C>(Yes, please!)
<C>(No, thanks)

[caption #652]
<A5>: Food! Food!
Bring me everything ya got!

[caption #653]
<A5>: Worried?
<D>Can't wage war on an empty stomach!

[caption #654]
<A2>: Hummm_
Sir! I won't hear any more of this kind of talk!

[caption #655]
<A5>: Well!
<D>I've stuffed down all I can_
Let's go!

[caption #656]
WAITER: One moment, please.

[caption #657]
<A2>: A_are you going to be okay if you eat THIS?

[caption #658]
<A3>: __
<D>Interceptor_are you hungry?

[caption #659]
Gobble_ <D>snarf_ <D>snap_

[caption #660]
IMPRESARIO: Wanna stop the train? Just use the controls in the engineer's
compartment!

[caption #661]
IMPRESARIO: I manage this train! What business have you here?<EOP>
Hmmm_
<C>(Tell us about the train.)
<C>(How do we stop it?)
<C>(Leave us in peace.)

[caption #662]
IMPRESARIO: This train ferries
the dear departed to the
[other side.] There they can take their eternal rest.

[caption #663]
Can't follow us now.

[caption #664]

<A2>: Be these time schedules?

<A5>: Hmmm_
They're all blank!

[caption #665]
IMPRESARIO: The Phantom Train
guides [the departed ones] to
the spirit world. They have no need of schedules!

[caption #666]
<A5>: What's this?
Let me just give it a_

[caption #667]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!
Maybe we shouldn't fumble with that!

[caption #668]
<A5>: <A2>_
You're not_scared, are you!?

[caption #669]
<A5>: Gave it my best shot.

[caption #670]
<A2>: How could you_

[caption #671]
<A2>: How can you_!?

[caption #672]
<A2>: How dare you?!<EOP>
Just because I respect other beings' property doesn't mean I'm not
mechanically minded!

[caption #673]
<A5>: <A2>_
You're a total klutz when it comes to machines.

[caption #674]
<A2>: SILENCE_!
H_how could you tell?

[caption #675]
<A2>: A train's there!?
<D>But I thought Doma's railway had been destroyed_?<EOP>
<A5>: May be survivors inside. Let's take a look.

[caption #676]
<A2>: Sir <A5>!

[caption #677]
<A5>: We can't just wander around out here!

We have to go on board!

[caption #678]
<A5>: What on earth_?

[caption #679]
<A2>: Let me off!
This train's haunted!

[caption #680]
<A2>: Gulp_where are we?

[caption #681]
<A5>: Hoo, boy!
Finally got off_

[caption #682]
<A5>: Hey!
<D>We can get in right here!

[caption #683]
Ha, ha ha_
What ever did you think you were doing?

[caption #684]
Huh!?

[caption #685]

N.o_e.s.c.a.p.e_!

[caption #686]
Who's there!?

[caption #687]
It came from this direction.

[caption #688]
Whoa! They're coming_!

[caption #689]
This way too!

[caption #690]
You can't escape_ <E$03><OP$12>
Nowhere to run_ <E$03><OP$12>
Nowhere to hide_

[caption #691]
Bloody persistent_!

[caption #692]

<A2>: I believe we're stuck!

[caption #693]
<A5>: I know!
<A2>: You have an idea?

[caption #694]
<A5>: Okay_
<D>The time has come to see if all my training has paid off. Come, <A2>!

[caption #695]
<A5>: Yahoooo!!

[caption #696]
Hey_ <D>
Uh, oh_?

[caption #697]
VOICE: Stop where you are!

[caption #698]
MAN: I am Ziegfried, the world's greatest swordsman! That treasure chest is
mine.<EOP>
If I were you, Ox, I'd grab grandpa, here, and run!

[caption #699]
<A5>: You look more like a manicurist. Now SCRAM!!!<EOP>

ZIEGFRIED: Aha!
The ox bellows!
Allow me to introduce my blade!

[caption #700]
[What a bag of wind_]

[caption #701]
SIGFRIED: Impossible!
<D>I_I'm the greatest_
But I'll still laugh last!

[caption #702]
SIGFRIED: Uwa, ha, ha!
This treasure is mine!
<D>Ta ta, cretins!

[caption #703]
We have to detach the rear train cars!

[caption #704]
This is the engineer's room.
Gotta stop this thing_!

[caption #705]
Something's written here!<EOP>

What? What? <D><EOP>

To stop the train, shut the first and third pressure valves, and operate the
switch outside, near the smoke stack.

[caption #706]
Press this switch and the train'll stop.

[caption #707]
Just throw this switch, and_
<D>Huh? Nothing's happening!

[caption #708]
<A5>: Won't open!

[caption #709]
<A2>: We're too late.

[caption #710]
<A5>: What's with this train?

[caption #711]
<A2>: This is the Phantom Train_
It carries the departed to_the other side.

[caption #712]
<A5>: Wait a sec_
I don't want to go THERE!<EOP>

<A2>: We all have to go sometime_

[caption #713]
<A5>: I have things to do HERE.
We have to stop this thing. Let's make for the engine.

[caption #714]
Look out!

[caption #715]
<A5>: What is it?
<A2>: Seems to want to come with us.<EOP>
Bring it along?
<C>(Sure)
<C>(No way)

[caption #716]
<A5>: But_
The greater our number,
the slower we can move.
<D>Forget it!

[caption #717]
Shall we be off?

[caption #718]

Guess we're on our own now_

[caption #719]
Howdy, folks. I have some
great, value-priced items!
<C>(Shop)
<C>(Don't shop)

[caption #720]
<A5>: I_it's moving!
<A2>: If we don't get off now_

[caption #721]
<A5>: Don't worry!

[caption #722]
PHANTOM TRAIN: So! You've been slowing my progress!

[caption #723]
PHANTOM TRAIN: I will let you go_
<D>_but first there is something I must do_

[caption #724]
<A2>: Elayne! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #725]

Departing?!

[caption #726]
<A5>: <A2>!
Is that your wife and child?

[caption #727]
<A2>: No!!!
<D>Elayne! <D>Owain!!

[caption #728]
<A2>: Please, wait! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #729]
<A5>: We shouldn't be here. Let's go NOW!

[caption #730]
<A2>: Owain_ <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #731]
My love_
You made me so happy.
Don't forget me_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #732]
Dad!

I'll make sure Mom's all right! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #733]
<A3>: Leave 'em alone.

[caption #734]
<A2>: __

[caption #735]
<A5>: This must be Baren Falls.

[caption #736]
<A2>: To the south is the Veldt. Dangerous creatures there.<EOP>
<A5>: And the Empire's right on our tails.<EOP>
<A2>: If we can slip through the Veldt, we can reach the town of Mobliz, to the
east_

[caption #737]
<A5>: <A3>!

[caption #738]
<A5>: Thanks for your help!
Let's join ranks again some time!

[caption #739]
<A3>: I have served my purpose_

[caption #740]
Jump?
<C>(Why not?)
<C>(You crazy?)

[caption #741]
741

[caption #742]
742

[caption #743]
Caballero Cebolla: Claire estaba encargada de reunir informacion sobre la
estructura interna de las tropas de Garland.
Es necesario conocer a tu enemigo para vencerlo!

[caption #744]
744

[caption #745]
Hay una mision disponible!
Debes buscar a Claire, una mujer que se perdio en una mision de
reconocimiento en Icicle.
Los cristales te llevaran al lugar de la mision.

[caption #746]
Duane and Katrin are both 16 and in love!

[caption #747]
KATARIN: __

[caption #748]
DUANE: __

[caption #749]
749!

[caption #750]
750.

[caption #751]
751

[caption #752]
Strong currents run through the Serpent Trench.<EOP>
Heard about it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #753]
753.

[caption #754]

754

[caption #755]
755

[caption #756]
756

[caption #757]
Keep your voices down!

[caption #758]
I threw some [Dried Meat] into a herd of hungry animals, and some kid
emerged and grabbed it!

[caption #759]
I am at your service.
I send things all over the world.

[caption #760]
The entrance to the Serpent Trench is south of Crescent Mountain.

[caption #761]
INJURED LAD: I'm from Maranda. The Empire invaded, and made me join their
army.<EOP>
I fled when I heard we were making for Doma.
They caught me_and did this_<EOP>

Now I can't even move. <D>

I'll never see Lola again_<EOP>
On the desk is a letter.
Will you please read it?

[caption #762]
I can't get used to Imperial troopers walking the streets of Maranda, but
otherwise things are okay.<EOP>
Flowers are blooming in the garden, telling me spring is here.<EOP>
How are you doing?
I'm so worried. I wish I could fly to your side!<EOP>
Rest, and know that I think about you constantly.
Come back to me.
Lola

[caption #763]
I'd like to write her back, but I can't even pick up a pen.

[caption #764]
Postage to Maranda is 500 GP.<EOP>
Gonna send a letter for that soldier, right?
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #765]
I want to get better!
I want to see Lola_

[caption #766]
Another letter has arrived. Could you read it?

[caption #767]
I can't find your favorite record_
I thought I'd play it and you'd be with me, but_

[caption #768]
For 500 GP you can send a record.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #769]
Mother's taken ill. We can't afford medicine.
If only we had some Tonic_

[caption #770]
For 500 GP you can send Tonic.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #771]
I haven't heard from you.
I'm so worried_

[caption #772]
For 500 GP you can send a letter.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #773]
You said you were reading a book. If only I could read it, too_

[caption #774]
For 500 GP you can send a book.
<C> (Send it)
<C> (Forget it)

[caption #775]
A letter came from him!
He's all right!

[caption #776]
He sent me a record!
I'm so happy!

[caption #777]
He sent some Tonic for Mom!
He's so kind!

[caption #778]

He sent that book!

I'll read it every evening, before bed!

[caption #779]
My love hasn't sent me back any letters since he's been gone. I'm sick with
worry_

[caption #780]
I'd give Lola everything_
If only I could move_

[caption #781]
I heard_
In my name you send Lola many things_<EOP>
I wish to thank you.
Please accept this as a token of my appreciation.<EOP>

Received [Tintinabar.]

[caption #782]
<A11>: Treasure_yesss_
<A2>: Looks like glass_
<A5>: Looks like it just might fit_

[caption #783]
<A5>: Hummm_
Is this of any use?

[caption #784]
<A5>: Will this really let us breathe underwater?

[caption #785]
<A5>: <A2>!
The shiny thing <A11> spoke of is in here.

[caption #786]
<A2>: Uh, Sir <A11>,
where exactly is it?

[caption #787]
<A11>: <A11>_forget!!

[caption #788]
<A5>: Shall we look around?
<A2>: Indeed!

[caption #789]
<A5>: Not over here_

[caption #790]
<A5>: Tonic_

[caption #791]

<A2>: T_this is Sir <A11>'s treasure?!

[caption #792]
<A5>: Hey, <A11>.
What's wrong?

[caption #793]
<A11>: GAU!!

[caption #794]
<A5>: G'uh! My pouch! There was 500 GP in it_!

[caption #795]
<A2>: Current's_fast.
<A5>: No kidding.<EOP>
<A5>: But unless we hop in, we won't see our friends again_

[caption #796]
<A5>: <A11>_YOU!

[caption #797]
<A2>: Oh, dear.
Sir <A5>, let me handle this.

[caption #798]
<A2>: Sir <A5>_

Recall that you had me hold onto your pouch. <D>Here.

[caption #799]
<A5>: Urggggh!

[caption #800]
<A2>: Is this it?
<D><A11>'s [treasure]?

[caption #801]
<A5>: Let's go!

[caption #802]
This is Nikeah, one of the world's few port towns.

[caption #803]
We used to be a trading town, but the Empire shut us down.

[caption #804]
The land to the east, Doma, fell to the Empire.

[caption #805]
Move along, now.
You're in the way!

[caption #806]

No one can reach Nikeah unless they have a ship!

[caption #807]
A rock slide has blocked the path leading north.

[caption #808]
The path leading north is now clear.

[caption #809]
South Figaro-bound ferry.
<C> (Still need to shop.)
<C> (Hop aboard?)

[caption #810]
The Empire has overrun our destination.

[caption #811]
Nikeah-bound ferry.
<C> (Still need to shop.)
<C> (Hop aboard?)

[caption #812]
There used to be ships sailing to the southern continent.
Tzen, Albrook, Maranda_
They've all been smashed.

[caption #813]
Ya met that odd man, lives near the Lete River? His wife bore 'im a son 13
years ago.<EOP>
It was a problem birth, and the woman passed away. The man totally lost
it.<EOP>
He thought the newborn was a monster. Wonder what happened to the poor
little baby?

[caption #814]
DANCER: Yoo hoo!
You handsome thing.
How 'bout joining me?
Tee hee!

[caption #815]
<A2>: H_how dare you_
you licentious howler!

[caption #816]
DANCER: Geez,
don't blow an artery, baby!

[caption #817]
<A2>: B_baby?!

[caption #818]
<A5>: <A2>_
Don't let it get to you.<EOP>

<A2>: I'm not like that!

[caption #819]
<A5>: No one thinks you are. Just let it go.

[caption #820]
DANCER: Stop whispering!
My ears are burnin', baby!

[caption #821]
<A2>: Enough!
Have you no shame?
I'll have you know_etc_etc.

[caption #822]
Goodness!

[caption #823]
You took one look at me and thought I was a loser, right?<EOP>
You're obligated to buy from me, now!

[caption #824]
Looks like junk, but_

[caption #825]
Have any imported goods?

[caption #826]
<A2>: Narshe is just a stone's throw away!

[caption #827]
<A5>: I hope the others arrived safely!

[caption #828]
<A2>: I'm sure they did.

[caption #829]
<A11>: Me hope so, too_

[caption #830]
AGED MAN: Go, unless you're a repair person!

[caption #831]
<A11>: W_what_?

[caption #832]
AGED MAN: Haven't seen any skilled repair people in ages_

[caption #833]
AGED MAN: Oh, hello again!
Yep, you were tops!
<A5>: That's why we_<EOP>

AGED MAN: Quick!

Fix that chair!
Then you can use it to reach the roof.

[caption #834]
<A5>: You don't suppose_
Can this be <A11>'s father?

[caption #835]
<A11>: _fffatherr_?

[caption #836]
ELDER: I understand all of it_ Except_
How can WE be encouraging bloodshed?<EOP>
ARVIS: I never said_that!
ELDER: Something like it.

[caption #837]
BANON: Ha! He's right you know!

[caption #838]
ARVIS: Banon!
BANON: Our blood will spill because of you.

[caption #839]
BANON: Emperor Gestahl's racing to acquire Magitek power. He's set his sights
on the Esper that was found here!<EOP>

The increased use of magitek power'll surely lead to global destruction_

[caption #840]
ELDER: The War of the Magi_

[caption #841]
The mythical battle that set mankind back a thousand years_
Can this really be happening?<EOP>
ELDER: People will never learn_

[caption #842]
<A2>: I'm <A2>,
retainer to the lord of Doma!

[caption #843]
<A11>: <A11>_GAU!

[caption #844]
<A5>: The people of Doma were wiped out by the Empire_

[caption #845]
<A2>: Kefka poisoned_everyone_

[caption #846]
ELDER: Barbaric!

[caption #847]
BANON: Elder!<EOP>
ELDER: But_that was only because Doma was collaborating with the Returners!
If we make that mistake_

[caption #848]
<A1>: That's nonsense!!

[caption #849]
<A0>: <A1>!
<A1>: The Empire's poised to attack Narshe right now!
<A4>: What?!

[caption #850]
BANON: <A1>.
Where'd you hear that?<EOP>
<A1>: <A6>, here, was one of the Empire's generals_

[caption #851]
<A2>: Grrr!
I knew she seemed familiar.
Sir <A11>, out of my way!

[caption #852]
<A2>: This's General <A6>! She torched Maranda! She's an Imperial spy!
Now, stand aside!

[caption #853]
<A1>: WAIT!
<A6> has joined the Returners! She's fighting with us, now!<EOP>
<A2>: But_!
<A1>: I promised I'd protect her. I WILL NOT back out on my word.

[caption #854]
<A4>: <A1>_
Are you still thinking about_
that?

[caption #855]
<A0>: I was also an Imperial soldier.
<A2>: WHAT!!

[caption #856]
<A4>: The Empire's evil.
But not ALL of its citizens are!

[caption #857]
Emergency!!
The Empire cometh!!

[caption #858]
KEFKA: I don't care what you do here, JUST GET ME THAT ESPER!!

[caption #859]
SOLDIER: Lord Kefka!
There're civilians here_!
KEFKA: Exterminate everyone!<EOP>
SOLDIER: But Narshe is neutral_
KEFKA: Idiot!!

[caption #860]
KEFKA: Read my lips!!
Dispose of any who oppose us!
March!

[caption #861]
ELDER: We really have no choice.
Let's make ready for war!

[caption #862]
BANON: They're after the Esper.
ELDER: We moved it into the hills.

[caption #863]
<A4>: Then we're going up after it!

[caption #864]
<A4>: <A1> has a complicated past. I wouldn't go thinking he's fallen for you
or something! <E$0B><OP$12>

[caption #865]
<A6>: I'm a soldier, not some love-starved twit!
<A4>: Cold as ice__ <E$0B><OP$12>

[caption #866]
<A6>: So, you were born with the power of magic!?
Isn't it a lovely gift_<EOP>
<A0>: You_can use magic, too?
<EOP>
<A6>: When I was a baby I was artificially infused with magic, and raised as a
Magitek Knight.<EOP>
<A0>: Have you_loved anyone?
<A6>: ???
What's that supposed to mean?!

[caption #867]
<A2>: Don't think for a moment I trust you!
<A6>: Fine. Use your own eyes, then decide.

[caption #868]
<A5>: Brother!

[caption #869]
<A4>: <A5>!
You're all right!

[caption #870]

<A4>: Who's with you?

[caption #871]
<A5>: Oh, this is_

[caption #872]
BANON: They're coming!

[caption #873]
BANON: Prepared?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #874]
KEFKA: Oho!!
It's General <A6>, the traitor!<EOP>
How delightful! This'll be fun!

[caption #875]
KEFKA: Go!!
Get those vile insects!

[caption #876]
Save the Esper from Kefka!
Need some info?
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #877]
You'll fight in 3 groups.
Use the Y Button to switch between them.<EOP>
Defeat Kefka before his men reach Banon. Otherwise, you lose!

[caption #878]
<A0>: Kefka_
He stuck that crown on me?

[caption #879]
<A1>: Bloody Empire!!
We are your worst enemy!

[caption #880]
<A6>: I'm free_
The Empire can't control me!

[caption #881]
<A4>: Kefka_grr_
What's he up to_?

[caption #882]
<A5>: Master Duncan's techniques mustn't fail me.

[caption #883]
<A2>: I will avenge the people of Doma!!

[caption #884]
<A11>: <A11> hit hard!!!

[caption #885]
BANON: We're history if they reach me!
Good luck!

[caption #886]
KEFKA: Aack!!
I won't forget this!

[caption #887]
<A4>: Where's the Esper?
<A1>: Is it okay?

[caption #888]
<A4>: That was a close call!<EOP>
<A2>: Can it still be alive?
<A5>: Impossible_right?!

[caption #889]
<A1>: <A0>!!
What is it!?

[caption #890]
<A0>: Nooo!!

[caption #891]
<A5>: <A0> 'n the Esper_
<A4>: There's_some kinda reaction!

[caption #892]
<A1>: Unhh_
<A6>: You're awake?

[caption #893]
<A1>: _
Where's <A0>?!

[caption #894]
<A6>: She changed into a_something, and_took off.
She looked like_

[caption #895]
<A6>: She looked like_
an Esper_

[caption #896]
<A4>: <A1>!

You okay?

[caption #897]
<A4>: Something happened to <A0>_ There seems to be some connection
between Espers and her_<EOP>
Anyway, we need to find her.
Witnesses saw her screaming across the sky to the west.

[caption #898]
<A1>: Let's go!
I promised her I'd_

[caption #899]
<A6>: <A1>_<EOP>
<A4>: Think, people!
The Empire still wants that Esper.<EOP>
<A5>: Banon needs our help, too_

[caption #900]
<A4>: Let's split up.
Those who aren't searching for <A0> will stay and guard Narshe.<EOP>
Figaro Castle can shuttle us to the western province.
Then we'll make for Kohlingen or Jidoor.

[caption #901]
Deseas cambiar los miembros?
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #902]
<A2>: A former Imperial soldier_<EOP>
But we've no choice.
We must help her!

[caption #903]
<A1>: I promised <A0> I'd_keep her safe_

[caption #904]
<A6>: She ripped outta here!
Looked just like_an Esper_

[caption #905]
<A2>: We have to help her!

[caption #906]
<A4>: Find <A0>!

[caption #907]
<A5>: I'll watch over Narshe!
Go quickly!

[caption #908]
<A11>: <A11>_

<A11> do his best!

[caption #909]
<A2>: Can we just march right into the Empire?

[caption #910]
<A4>: The Empire's Magitek Research Facility_
Could the secret lie therein?

[caption #911]
<A5>: Leave Narshe to me!

[caption #912]
<A11>: <A11>_
<A11> do his best!

[caption #913]
BANON: Go find <A0>!
She holds the future to our survival.

[caption #914]
ARVIS: Heard <A0> turned into light and streaked away toward the
west.<EOP>
Make your way to Figaro Castle.
Maybe they can help you, there.

[caption #915]

ELDER: I'm troubled_

I want to avoid fighting_
But_

[caption #916]
Moogles live deep within the mines!

[caption #917]
We follow our Elder's advice!

[caption #918]
So_magic really DOES exist!?

[caption #919]
Seifer tiene delirios de grandeza, a veces olvida que es solo un general!

[caption #920]
Narshe is a neutral city.
We want no war here.
But that #@%!* Empire won't
listen_

[caption #921]
Figaro Castle can burrow under the desert, and take you to Kohlingen!

[caption #922]

The house to the far right contains the treasures I've collected! Take them,
before the Empire does!<EOP>
Only one of them is locked. Now what do ya suppose is inside_?!

[caption #923]
A glowing form soared off toward Figaro Castle.
It seemed almost_human.

[caption #924]
Curse the day we dug up that Esper! That's what brought the Empire here!

[caption #925]
Ve a tu hogar, aqui los soldados no dudaran en atacarte.

[caption #926]
There's a sasquatch that lives inside the mine_or so I heard.

[caption #927]
Hay que unirnos, debemos acabar con estos tipos_

[caption #928]
Yo queria pertenecer al batallon de los Turcos, no soporto el frio de este lugar!

[caption #929]
Can we harness the Esper's power? I think not_!

[caption #930]

I saw some Moogles walkin' with a sasquatch.

[caption #931]
Geothermal devices keep this town warm!

[caption #932]
Wanna know how to ride a chocobo?

[caption #933]
Press the A Button, or up on the Control Pad, to go forward.
Steer with the Control Pad.<EOP>
Press the B Button to dismount. Careful! Once you get off, the bird'll return to
its pen!

[caption #934]
Chocobo ride, 100 GP!
How about it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #935]
King <A4>!
Welcome back!

[caption #936]
We sighted Kefka in the area.

[caption #937]
That girl_
wrapped in a fireball_
Headed off to the west_

[caption #938]
Who'd have thought a person could fly over a mountain range?

[caption #939]
Submerged, this castle could even travel under a mountain range!

[caption #940]
Nadie se acercara a los cristales, kupo!

[caption #941]
The Empire is no longer our ally!

[caption #942]
You must be tired!
How about a rest?

[caption #943]
<A4>: If only <A5> were here_

[caption #944]
<A5>: This's like old times!

I have to wander around for a while!

[caption #945]
<A5>: Hey!
Wait. I'm going too!

[caption #946]
MATRON: <A5>_
Every bit an adult, now_<EOP>
I remember that time so vividly. I was so angry_<EOP>
I learned something important on that day_

[caption #947]
CHANCELLOR: Welcome back, King <A4>!

[caption #948]
CHANCELLOR: Huh!?
<A5>_
What a splendid young man you've become!

[caption #949]
CHANCELLOR: Make yourselves at home here.

[caption #950]
<A5>: Hmm_
Castle hasn't changed much_

[caption #951]
<A5>: And yet it's all different_ Mom and Dad are gone_ Everyone's gone_
Since that day_

[caption #952]
_tonight_
_took a turn for the worse_
_there's a chance he might_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #953]
Nooo_!
Y_you're wrong_!
This can't be_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #954]
Matron_
_The King_he's_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #955]
_<A5>_
_<A5>!!!!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #956]
_My father_
_I don't believe this_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #957]
<A5>: B_brother_
Waa, ahhh, ahhh_<EOP>
<A4>: So_
They went and told you_

[caption #958]
MATRON: <A4>!
Here you are_

[caption #959]
MATRON: Your father_
He just uttered his last wish that Figaro be divided between you_

[caption #960]
<A5>: This is NONSENSE!!
Everyone's saying that the Empire poisoned Dad_<EOP>
And the only thing on your minds is [Who's going to be the next king?!]
You're all pathetic!

[caption #961]
<A5>: No one cared when Mom passed away, either_<EOP>
MATRON: That's not_

[caption #962]

<A5>: You were as bad as any of 'em!

<A4>: <A5>_<EOP>
<A5>: Empire of murderers_
They won't get away with this!

[caption #963]
<A5>: I'm outta here!
I'm forsaking this war-sick realm for my dignity and freedom.<EOP>
<A5>: You said you were sick of it too, right?!
<A4>: _freedom_

[caption #964]
<A4>: Matron_
Please leave us_

[caption #965]
<A4>: What'll happen to this realm if we both leave?
And what would Dad say_?

[caption #966]
<A4>: <A5>, let's settle this with a toss of a coin.

[caption #967]
<A4>: If it's heads, you win.<EOP>
We'll choose whichever path we want, without any regrets. Okay?

[caption #968]
<A4>: This is for Dad!

[caption #969]
<A4>: And then, you opted for your freedom.

[caption #970]
<A4>: It's been_10 years.
The little shrimp's grown into a whopping lobster!<EOP>
<A5>: And you're a king crab!

[caption #971]
<A4>: <A5>_
I often wonder if he'd be proud of me_

[caption #972]
<A5>: Don't you ever doubt that!

[caption #973]
<A4>: 10 years_
<A5>: Where has the time gone_?

[caption #974]
<A4>: Here's to a couple of confused grownups!

[caption #975]

<A4>: Here's to Dad_

[caption #976]
<A5>: _to Mom_
_and to Figaro.

[caption #977]
Lots of requests this month!
If it's your wish, I'll take you beyond the mountains.

[caption #978]
<C> (Go to Figaro?)
<C> (Stop?)

[caption #979]
<C> (Go to Kohlingen?)
<C> (Stop?)

[caption #980]
Beyond is the Figaro Castle Engine Room.
We're ready to leave at a moment's notice!

[caption #981]
That's dangerous!

[caption #982]

Urgggh!

[caption #983]
Next stop, Kohlingen!
Watch your step!

[caption #984]
Next stop, South Figaro.
Watch your step!

[caption #985]
Oh_! <D> It came to my house!
A monster of light_
Looked somehow human!

[caption #986]
Everyone was scared when the glowing creature stopped here.
It left to the south, toward Jidoor.

[caption #987]
That shining creature!
So frightening to us all!
But I found it_ <D>beautiful!

[caption #988]
My dream is to see an opera at the opera house south of Jidoor. I'd wear a
sequined dress_

And bring a handsome escort_!

[caption #989]
Hey, 'zat you, <A1>?
Have you stopped to see Rachel?

[caption #990]
You a friend of <A1>'s?
He always stops by Rachel's house when he comes here!

[caption #991]
Best stay away from the house on the eastern edge of town.
The old coot there spends his days mixing curious herbs.<EOP>
I heard he keeps ghosts under his house!

[caption #992]
My brother's a bit_touched.
Lives alone to the north, and dreams of building a colosseum!

[caption #993]
Was it really a ghost?
It stopped right in front of me. I could see it had gentle eyes_

[caption #994]
<A3>: We meet again_

[caption #995]
I've forsaken the world.
Some people call me_

[caption #996]
<A3>: Leave me alone_

[caption #997]
People call me_
<A3>_

[caption #998]
<A3>: Just need 'nough to feed my dog.
Say, oh_3000 GP.<EOP>
Buy <A3>'s help?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #999]
<A1>: _wasn't able to_ <D>
save her when she needed me_

[caption #1000]
RACHEL: <A1>!
What are we off to find today?

[caption #1001]
<A1>: Soon, you'll_

[caption #1002]
<A1>: You're not going to believe what awaits us up here!
Come on, it's worth a fortune!

[caption #1003]
RACHEL: <A1>!
Look out!

[caption #1004]
<A1>: RACHEL!!

[caption #1005]
<A1>: Rachel!
Are you awake?

[caption #1006]
RACHEL: _ <D>
__? <D>
I_ <D>
I can't remember anything_

[caption #1007]
RACHEL'S DAD: Get outta here!

It's your fault she's lost her memory!<EOP>

<A1>: Wait a minute!
She said [Yes!] We were gonna_

[caption #1008]
RACHEL: Go!
I don't know who you are, but ever since you came here my parents have been
upset!

[caption #1009]
You'd best leave Rachel alone.<EOP>
She's going to have to make a new start of it.
<A1>_
Your being here doesn't help.

[caption #1010]
A year passed_
When I returned here, I learned that Rachel had perished in an Imperial
attack.<EOP>
Her memory returned just before she passed away.
The last thing she uttered was_ <D>my name_<EOP>
I should never have left her side.<EOP>
I_ <D>
I failed her_

[caption #1011]
A girl named Rachel used to live in that house.

Now it's deserted.

[caption #1012]
Rachel's_ <D>
_memory returned just before she passed away.<EOP>
She said, [If a man named <A1> returns, please tell him I love him_]

[caption #1013]
Stay away from that guy.
He's an assasin!

[caption #1014]
I never want to return to Zozo! Phew!

[caption #1015]
Some pretty bad sorts come in here. That guy's an assasin!

[caption #1016]
'Till a moment ago, an assasin sat over there!

[caption #1017]
Oh! Is that you, <A1>?
It's been a while!<EOP>
Uh? Oh, that?! Worry not!
Your treasure's quite safe!
Uwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1018]
Are we through here?
All done? Finished?
Mwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1019]
<A1>: Rachel_

[caption #1020]
I used some herbs to put her into suspended animation.
She won't age a day! Uwaa, ha!<EOP>
That's what you wanted, right?
Had to use my herbs, I did!

[caption #1021]
<A1>: You mean those herbs have actually saved her?

[caption #1022]
Of course!
The love of your life will sleep here like this forever.
Kwa, ha, ha!

[caption #1023]
<A1>: What if there were some way to_call her back?

[caption #1024]
If you could call her back_
_she'd come back!
Wah, ha, ha!<EOP>
I'm sure you'll find something that'll bring her around!
Kuha, ha, ha!!

[caption #1025]
I_ <D>
failed her_

[caption #1026]
<A6>: <A1>_

[caption #1027]
That?
Oh, that's <A1>'s_
Dear, me! Almost spilled the beans! Kwa, ha!

[caption #1028]
This is Jidoor, the western most town on the world map!

[caption #1029]
This region is very class-conscious.<EOP>
In the south part of town live the middle classes. The rich folks live to the north.

[caption #1030]
Caballero Cebolla: En este momento hay otro grupo descansando.

[caption #1031]
Maria, the opera singer, is gorgeous!

[caption #1032]
Al principio nosotros nos enfrentamos a las fuerzas de Garland pues ellos solo
ocupaban criaturas de la zona para atacar.<EOP>
Todos en el pueblo conocemos el hechizo Piro, asi que pudimos resistir un
tiempo_

Pero cuando trajeron esa ara;a mecanica no nos quedo otra que rendirnos.

[caption #1033]
A girl wrapped in fire sped off to the north, into the mountains.

[caption #1034]
To the north is the town of Zozo. Watch out for the people there.

[caption #1035]
Bunch o' liars up in Zozo!
Never can trust 'em.

[caption #1036]
Oops! Sorry.

[caption #1037]
Once in a while one of the idiots from Zozo'll wander down here, lookin' for an
easy mark. Watch your wallet!

[caption #1038]
Hey_you're not from around here!
You look_ah_dorky!

[caption #1039]
You like art?
No?! Philistines!

[caption #1040]
You can get some priceless things at this auction. Whether you can appreciate
them or not, who knows!

[caption #1041]
I need something that will bring back wayward spirits.<EOP>
I heard only in the Imperial capital of Vector does such a thing exist.

[caption #1042]
Zozo!?
Never heard of it.

[caption #1043]
Great people, here!

[caption #1044]
Beautiful weather!

[caption #1045]
It's now 2:00.

[caption #1046]
Time?
It's 4:00.

[caption #1047]
You can trust me!
It's 8:00.

[caption #1048]
10:00!
Time to go home!

[caption #1049]
It's already 12:00.

[caption #1050]
Girl?
Haven't seen any girls here. Might wanna check the top of this building.

[caption #1051]

It's safe here!

[caption #1052]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the hour.<EOP>
<C> (2:00) <C> (4:00)
<C> (6:00) <C> (8:00)
<C> (10:00) <C> (12:00)

[caption #1053]
Phew_!
How long we gonna have ta do this!?

[caption #1054]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the minute.<EOP>
<C> (0:10) <C> (0:20)
<C> (0:30) <C> (0:40)
<C> (0:50)

[caption #1055]
Clock's hands have stopped.
Please reset the second.<EOP>
<C> (0:00:10) <C> (0:00:20)
<C> (0:00:30) <C> (0:00:40)
<C> (0:00:50)

[caption #1056]
Clock's second hand's pointin' at 30.

[caption #1057]
That clock has no minute hand. It's never pointing to the right time anyway!

[caption #1058]
The seconds? They're divisible by 20!

[caption #1059]
[Some woman flew up to the top floor!]
[Did you say_[flew_]?
That must be <A0>!!!!]<EOP>
Creepy monster's live up there. Look out fer 'em!

[caption #1060]
The second hand of my watch is pointing at four.

[caption #1061]
Climb the stairs of the building with the CAFE sign on it, and you can find a
path leading to Mt. Zozo.

[caption #1062]
With this Rust-Rid you can open that door.<EOP>
Yours for 1000 GP!
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #1063]
Purchased Rust-Rid!

[caption #1064]
This place is dangerous!
And don't you dare think about jumping between buildings!

[caption #1065]
Hand's pointin' at the two.

[caption #1066]

Didn't reset clock_

[caption #1067]
Get in line!

[caption #1068]
Good day, gentle folks.
Can I be of service?
I hate fighting, so I'd better let you pass!

[caption #1069]
Rusted shut.

[caption #1070]
Rust dissolved.

[caption #1071]
Oooooh_gurururu_

[caption #1072]
<A0>?

[caption #1073]
RAMUH: She's scared, you know.

[caption #1074]
Who're you?

[caption #1075]
RAMUH: This girl is your friend?

[caption #1076]
Is <A0> all right?

[caption #1077]
<A2>: Is Miss <A0> okay?

[caption #1078]

<A6>: Is <A0> okay?

[caption #1079]
<A11>: <A0>_she ok?

[caption #1080]
RAMUH: You call her <A0>_
_<A0>?? How odd_

[caption #1081]
RAMUH: She is undamaged. But I fear she can't understand you. As for me, I
am Ramuh. The Esper, Ramuh.

[caption #1082]
ESPER!?

[caption #1083]
[But don't Espers live in another world?]

[caption #1084]
<A6>: But don't Espers live in another world?

[caption #1085]
<A11>: Espers_from other world?

[caption #1086]
RAMUH: That doesn't mean we don't live here, too.

Espers take a variety of forms.<EOP>

Sometimes we live here, taking the shape of humans.
You have nothing to fear from us.

[caption #1087]
[Why do you hide the fact that you're Espers?]

[caption #1088]
<A11>: Why hide fact you Esper?

[caption #1089]
RAMUH: Humans and Espers can't survive together.

[caption #1090]
<A1>: But my grandma told me that Espers and people once lived side by
side!<EOP>
Was that just a fairy tale?

[caption #1091]
[But grandmother once told me that Espers and people once lived side by side.
Was that just a fairy tale?]

[caption #1092]
I heard that Espers and people once lived side by side.
Was that just a fairy tale_?

[caption #1093]

<A11>: <A11> hear fairy tale. People_Esper once live together peacefully_

[caption #1094]
RAMUH: No, that was no fairy tale. That was true.
We started out as friends.<EOP>
Then along came the War of the Magi_

[caption #1095]
War of the Magi_

[caption #1096]
RAMUH: It took place_long ago. Espers fought humans who were infused with
magical power extracted from Espers_

[caption #1097]
Fearing our magical powers would once again become a target, we fashioned a
new realm, and moved there.

[caption #1098]
About 20 years ago, humans stumbled upon it_humans who knew about
Espers, and the secret to Magitek power. <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1099]
Thus began a hunt for Espers. Only in this way could Emperor Gestahl create
his invincible army. <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1100]
In response to this, we erected a doorway, and threw the humans out.

[caption #1101]
RAMUH: Even as we speak, many of my kind are trapped in the Empire's
Magitek Research Facility, being_<EOP>
_drained of their powers_
I fled here to avoid a similar fate.

[caption #1102]
RAMUH: That's right, relax.

[caption #1103]
RAMUH: I sensed that <A0> was in trouble.
My magic_summoned her here.

[caption #1104]
[<A0>'s_an Esper?]

[caption #1105]
RAMUH: No, she's actually quite different.

[caption #1106]
[<A0> looks like she's in pain.]<EOP>
RAMUH: Her very existence strikes fear into her own heart.

[caption #1107]
[How can we help her?]

[caption #1108]
RAMUH: When she accepts this aspect of herself, I think she'll be all right.

[caption #1109]
[We have to do something!]<EOP>
RAMUH: Then free those of my kind imprisoned in Gestahl's Magitek Research
Facility. One of them can surely help her.

[caption #1110]
[If we find the Magitek Research Facility, you're sure we'll find your people?]

[caption #1111]
<A6>: The Magitek Research Facility_?
Your people are still there?!

[caption #1112]
<A11>: Magitek Research Facility_?
There_your people?

[caption #1113]
<A6>: Magitek Research Facility_
Your people are_

[caption #1114]
RAMUH: Like a coward, I escaped leaving the others there.
It'll be the end of them_

[caption #1115]
[What do you mean?]

[caption #1116]
RAMUH: Gestahl's methods are incorrect. You can't drain a live Esper of all its
power.<EOP>
It is only when we are reduced to Magicite that our abilities can be transferred
in total_

[caption #1117]
[Pardon?!]<EOP>
RAMUH: When we transform into Magicite, our power can be relocated.
[Magicite_?!]<EOP>
RAMUH: That's what's left of us when we_pass away.

[caption #1118]
RAMUH: These are my comrades who fell while escaping the Empire. And I will
give you my power, as well_

[caption #1119]
[Why are you doing this_?]

[caption #1120]
RAMUH: We few can help save many. The War of the Magi must not be
repeated_

[caption #1121]
[Old man_]

Are you really gone_?

[caption #1122]
<A3>: You old fool_
Why throw it all away?

[caption #1123]
<A2>: He's_gone_

[caption #1124]
<A6>: Ramuh_
Why_?

[caption #1125]
<A11>: R.a.m.u.h_
You leave_?

[caption #1126]
Magicite_?

[caption #1127]
He traded his power, so that others might live_

[caption #1128]
<A2>: He traded his power, so that others might live_

[caption #1129]
<A6>: He traded his power, so that others might live_

[caption #1130]
<A11>: Awoooo_!

[caption #1131]
<A0>_wait for us.
We'll be back!

[caption #1132]

Received the Magicite

[Ramuh.]

[caption #1133]

Received the Magicite

[Siren.]

[caption #1134]

Received the Magicite

[Kirin.]

[caption #1135]

Received the Magicite

[Stray.]

[caption #1136]
Everyone here?
I was thinking, _<EOP>
<A4>: Let's talk on the way!

[caption #1137]
<A4>: The Empire's trying to drain magic from Espers_ <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1138]
<A5>: This can't be true_
<A6>_? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1139]
<A6>: I don't remember because I was asleep when they_augmented
me.<EOP>
But I've heard rumors to that effect.

[caption #1140]
<A2>: Then we're going in_<EOP>
<A4>: We'd best split into 2 groups.
We still need to beef up our defenses in Narshe.

[caption #1141]

<A2>: Indeed.

[caption #1142]
<A6>: I'll go to the Empire. I know it well_<EOP>
<A5>: But alone_?

[caption #1143]
<A1>: Don't worry, I'll go with her.

[caption #1144]
<A6>: <A1>!

[caption #1145]
<A2>: You need a hand?

[caption #1146]
<A1>: Please wait for us in Narshe. We'll find our way back safely.<EOP>
[If you wish to change group members, head for Narshe.]

[caption #1147]
<A3>: There's no need for me to remain with you.

[caption #1148]
<A6>: So_how we gonna get there? The Empire's on the continent to the
south. No boats go there_<EOP>
<A1>: The people of Jidoor, a town to the south, can probably help us.

[caption #1149]
<A6>: <A1>.<EOP>
<A1>: Yes?
<A6>: Why are you coming with me?

[caption #1150]
<A1>: Well_
There're bound to be treasures there.<EOP>
And besides, I've always wanted an inside look at the Empire!

[caption #1151]
Ain't no easy way to make the Imperial lands_!

[caption #1152]
El general Seifer capturo a una chica hace poco tiempo, hizo falta una docena
de soldados para contenerla.
Se la llevo a la caverna del hielo, ubicada al norte de aqui_
Si vas para alla por favor dale una paliza a ese sujeto en mi nombre!

[caption #1153]
There's only one airship in the world. It's owned by a gambler, or should I say
pirate_?

[caption #1154]
The gambler likes flashy shows. He's always at the opera. I think he likes the
beautiful divas_

[caption #1155]

You're the spittin' image of Maria! Huh? Haven't heard of her? She's a famous
opera singer!

[caption #1156]
IMPRESARIO: Maria!?

[caption #1157]
<A6>: Are you talking to me?

[caption #1158]
IMPRESARIO: Sorry_my mistake.
Wow, you could pass for Maria in a heartbeat! Hoo boy, now I really am in
trouble_

[caption #1159]
<A6> looks just like Maria_?

[caption #1160]
That PERSON dropped it off.

[caption #1161]
MASTER: He's the director of the operas here. Everyone just calls him
[Impresario.]<EOP>
He's been in a tizzy ever since that letter arrived.

[caption #1162]
<A1>: Who's this [Wandering_]? what's-his-name?<EOP>
MASTER: You born on a farm, son?

[caption #1163]
That's <A9>, owner of the world's only airship.

[caption #1164]
A blackjack-playing, world-traveling, casino-dwelling free spirit_

[caption #1165]
My Dear Maria,
I want you for my wife.
I'm coming for you_
The Wandering Gambler

[caption #1166]
<A6>: If we could get that airship, we'd make the Empire in no time.<EOP>
<A1>: Let's set up a meeting_with <A9>_

[caption #1167]
The Opera House's closed.

[caption #1168]
Performance underway.

[caption #1169]
IMPRESARIO: Ah! You again!

[caption #1170]
<A1>: I read that letter.
<A9>'s coming to steal her_<EOP>
IMPRESARIO: He'll probably appear right at the climax of Scene 1. He loves an
entrance_

[caption #1171]
<A1>: Right!
If we could only grab him then_!

[caption #1172]
IMPRESARIO: Dear me, NO!
You'll ruin the performance!
I'll lose my job!

[caption #1173]
<A6>: Then you're history!<EOP>
IMPRESARIO: This is simply horrid! I want the performance to be a success!
<EOP>
But I don't want Maria to be abducted_!

[caption #1174]
<A1>: We'll let him grab her_

[caption #1175]
<A1>: We'll use <A6> as a decoy. After she's abducted, I'll follow 'em right to
his airship!

[caption #1176]
IMPRESARIO: Are you mad?!!
If something should happen to Maria_

[caption #1177]
<A1>: That's why the decoy! We'll hide Maria somewhere safe!<EOP>
IMPRESARIO: Come again?

[caption #1178]
<A1>: You said SHE looks like Maria, right?

[caption #1179]
<A6>: Now just a minute_

[caption #1180]
<A1>: <A6> will be our Maria! She'll lead us to the airship!

[caption #1181]
IMPRESARIO: Brilliant!

[caption #1182]
<A6>: W_wait!
I'm a GENERAL, not some opera floozy!

[caption #1183]
Mii_ <D>Mii_ <D>

Do, re, mi_

Faa_hack, cough_<EOP>

Maa_ <D>rii <D>aaaa

[caption #1184]
<A1>: Not bad, <A6>!

[caption #1185]
ULTROS: Mwa, ha, ha!
I'll pretend to be <A9> and foil their little plan!

[caption #1186]
<A1>: Let's get ready!
<A6>, it's show time!

[caption #1187]
ULTROS: D'haaaaa!
Come on! Read it_!

[caption #1188]
The West and East <E$18><OP$12>
were waging war_ <E$18><OP$12><EOP>

Draco, the West's great hero, <E$18><OP$12>

thinks of his love, Maria. <E$18><OP$12>

Is she safe? Is she waiting? <E$18><OP$12>

[caption #1189]
& Oh <E$0A>Maria <E$10><OP$12>
Oh <E$0A>Maria <E$0E><OP$12>
Please, <E$0D>hear my <E$0D>voice! <E$17><OP$12>
How I long to <E$13>be with you! & <E$1D><OP$12>

[caption #1190]
<A1>: I'm going to the dressing room.

[caption #1191]
<A4>: Go right ahead.

[caption #1192]
<A5>: Uh?
Why's everyone singing?

[caption #1193]
<A2>: Going somewhere?
I'm going to relax!

[caption #1194]
<A11>: Pretty song!

[caption #1195]
IMPRESARIO: Is everything okay?

[caption #1196]
IMPRESARIO: Your friend left.
Said he'd have fallen asleep in another 5 minutes_

[caption #1197]
<A1>: Aye yai yai!
Izzat_you!?

[caption #1198]
<A6>: <A1>.
Why did you help me escape back there?<EOP>
<A1>: I_once abandoned someone when she needed me_

[caption #1199]
<A6>: Somewhere inside you were saving_her, weren't you_?

[caption #1200]
<A1>: That ribbon suits you.

[caption #1201]
<A6>: On with the show!
This is a big scene in which Maria senses that something's happened to Draco!

[caption #1202]
<A1>: Don't make any more mistakes!

[caption #1203]
<A1>: You'd better check the score one last time.

[caption #1204]
Read the score?
<C> (Yes)
<C> (No)

[caption #1205]
Scene 1<EOP>
Oh my hero, so far away now. Will I ever see your smile?
Love goes away, like night into day. It's just a fading dream_<EOP>
I'm the darkness, you're the stars. Our love is brighter than the sun. For
eternity, for me there can be,<EOP>
only you, my chosen one_
Must I forget you? Our solemn promise? Will autumn take the place of spring?
<EOP>
What shall I do? I'm lost without you. Speak to me once more!<EOP>
_here you pick up the flowers.
Climb the stairs to the balcony high atop the castle. Raise the flowers to the
stars.<EOP>
(Hurry! You have just moments before Scene 2 starts!
The Impresario)<EOP>
Scene 2
__________

[caption #1206]
<A1>: Good luck_!

[caption #1207]
The forces of the West fell,
and Maria's castle was taken. <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
Prince Ralse, of the East, took her hand by force.
But she never stopped yearning for Draco_ <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1208]
The next line is_?
<C>(Oh my hero_)
<C>(Alas, Draco_)<D17>

[caption #1209]
& Oh <E$03>my <E$04>hero, <E$09>
so far away now. <E$0C><OP$12>
Will I ever <E$0A>see your smile? <E$10><OP$12><EOP>
& Love goes away, <E$0D>
like night into day. <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>
& It's just a fading dream_ & <E$08><OP$12>
<C>(I wish I_)
<C>(I'm the darkness) <D14>

[caption #1210]

& Alas, Draco!

You're outta here! <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1211]
Something's wrong_eh?
<D>Oops_sorry!

[caption #1212]
& I'm the darkness, <E$0E>
you're the stars. <E$0B><OP$12>
Our love <E$08>is brighter than
the sun. <E$11><OP$12><EOP>
& For eternity, <E$0A>
for me there can be, <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>
& only you, my chosen one_ & <E$08><OP$12>
<C>(Must I_)
<C>(Prince Ralse_)<D10>

[caption #1213]
& I wish I_uh? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1214]
& Must I forget you? <E$0A>
Our solemn promise? <E$0B><OP$12>
Will autumn <E$09>take the place
of spring? <E$10><OP$12><EOP>

& What shall I do? <E$0A>

I'm lost without you. <E$0C><OP$12>
Speak <E$06>to me <E$03>once more! & <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1215]
& Prince Ralse_yeah, so?
I hate him! <D>Everyone does. <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1216]
Uhnn_not in time_
We messed up.

[caption #1217]
& We must part now. <E$0A>
My life goes on. <E$0C><OP$12>
But my heart <E$08>won't give
you up. <E$11><OP$12><EOP>
& Ere I walk away, <E$0A>
let me hear you say. <E$0C><OP$12>
I meant as much to you_ & <E$13><OP$12>

[caption #1218]
& So gently, <E$0A>
you touched my heart. <E$0B><OP$12>
I will be <E$09>forever <E$06>yours. <E$0A><OP$12><EOP>
& Come what may, <E$0C>

I won't age a day, <E$0C><OP$12>

I'll wait <E$07>for you, <E$04>always_ & <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #1219]
DRACO: Come, Maria!
Follow my lead_

[caption #1220]
DRACO: Ha, ha, ha_

[caption #1221]
CHANCELLOR: Prince Ralse is looking for a dance partner.
<E$10><OP$12><EOP>
Leave the past behind!
Our kingdom is adopting the spirit of the East_! <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1222]
<A1>: Well done, <A6>.

[caption #1223]
I owe you one, so I'm gonna jam up your opera!
Ultros

[caption #1224]
<A1>: Uh oh_
Better tell the Impresario!

[caption #1225]
<A1>: Again!

[caption #1226]
IMPRESARIO: What!!!?

[caption #1227]
[The survivors of the West attack!]
RALSE: Impossible! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #1228]
Attack!! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #1229]
Wait!! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #1230]
& Maria <E$12><OP$12>

[caption #1231]
& Draco, <E$0C><OP$12>
I've waited so long. <E$0C><OP$12>
I knew you'd come. & <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #1232]
& Maria <E$06><OP$12>will finally <E$07><OP$12>

have to <E$07><OP$12>become my queen! & <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #1233]
& For the <E$07><OP$12>rest of my <E$08><OP$12>life <E$03><OP$12>
I'll keep you <E$07><OP$12>near_ & <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #1234]
It's a duel! & <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #1235]
<A1>: Impresario, what's up above the stage?

[caption #1236]
IMPRESARIO: But how might he disrupt the opera?<EOP>
_With that?!

[caption #1237]
<A1>: That has to be a joke!

[caption #1238]
ULTROS: Mwa ha ha!
Let's see if Maria can shrug THIS off!

[caption #1239]
<A1>: We haven't a second to lose!<EOP>
IMPRESARIO: Talk to the man in the room to the far right!

He'll help you get up there!<EOP>

<A1>: It's as good as done!

[caption #1240]
ULTROS: N'ghaaa!
This is heavier than I thought! It'll take me 5 minutes to drop it!

[caption #1241]
ULTROS: N'ghooo!
And it only weighs 4 tons_!

[caption #1242]
ULTROS: Phew! Rats!

[caption #1243]
IMPRESARIO: Disaster!
If the two heroes are flattened, the opera's over! Then who'll win the girl?!

[caption #1244]
<A1>: Neither Draco nor Ralse will save <A6>!

[caption #1245]
<A1>: I, <A1>, the world's premier adventurer, will save her!

[caption #1246]
IMPRESARIO: Aya_

What awful acting!

[caption #1247]
ULTROS: Silence! You are in the presence of octopus royalty! A lowborn thug
like you could never defeat me!

[caption #1248]
IMPRESARIO: Hmm_
Might as well make the most of this. MUSIC!!

[caption #1249]
Just a darn minute!

[caption #1250]
What a performance!!

[caption #1251]
IMPRESARIO: <A9>!
<A9>: I'm a man of my word, music man!

[caption #1252]
<A6>: That's HIM_?!

[caption #1253]
IMPRESARIO: What a reversal!
Thinking she's <A1>'s new queen, Maria is instead nabbed by <A9>!<EOP>
What fate lies in store for her? Stay tuned for Part 2!

[caption #1254]
IMPRESARIO: Sorry,
but yesterday's performance was awful! I'll give you just 3 more chances!

[caption #1255]
IMPRESARIO: You have 2 more chances.

[caption #1256]
IMPRESARIO: You have 1 more chance.

[caption #1257]
IMPRESARIO: We're all in this together!

[caption #1258]
You don't have enough acting ability to convince your own mama!

[caption #1259]
STAGE MASTER: Off limits!
Please turn around.

[caption #1260]
STAGE MASTER: The Impresario asked me to have you press the far right
switch.

[caption #1261]
STAGE MASTER: Don't press the wrong switch, or_

[caption #1262]
STAGE MASTER: Enter the room to the far left of the stage, then make for the
framework above the stage.

[caption #1263]
ULTROS: N'ghaa, ha, ha!
Whooooopie!!

[caption #1264]
<A9>: I'll deal with you in a minute!

[caption #1265]
<A1>: What a performance!
<A6>: Enough already!

[caption #1266]
<A1>: But this is the tough one! Part 2 begins now!

[caption #1267]
<A1>: _
Where's <A9>?

[caption #1268]
<A6>: He's coming.

[caption #1269]

<A9>: W_who're YOU?

You're not Maria!

[caption #1270]
<A6>: <A9>, we need your help. We have to go to Vector. We need this ship to
get there.

[caption #1271]
<A9>: Look, if you're not Maria, I don't want you aboard.

[caption #1272]
<A6>: Wait! <D>
We were told your ship is the finest vessel in the world.

[caption #1273]
<A1>: And that you were the world's most notorious gambler_

[caption #1274]
<A4>: I'm the King of Figaro. If you cooperate, you'll be well rewarded_

[caption #1275]
<A5>: My brother's the King of Figaro. Cooperate, and you'll be well rewarded!

[caption #1276]
<A2>: I'm one of Doma's Knights. Please, help us.

[caption #1277]

<A9>: Come here.

[caption #1278]
<A6>: Yeah_ <D><EOP>
<A9>: Don't misunderstand me. I'm still not sure if I'm going to help you.

[caption #1279]
<A9>: Phew_
The Empire's made me a rich man.

[caption #1280]
<A6>: Stop thinking of yourself. Many towns and villages have been smashed
by the Empire.

[caption #1281]
<A1>: The Empire's also totally rotten! It's using magic to enslave the world.

[caption #1282]
<A4>: The Empire and my realm were allies_
until recently.

[caption #1283]
<A5>: The Empire'll end up owning you!

[caption #1284]
<A2>: _I lost my friends_
and my family.

[caption #1285]
<A9>: The Empire <D>_evil_?

[caption #1286]
<A6>: We all hate the Empire for the same reasons. That's why_<EOP>
<A9>: You know_you're even more stunning than Maria.
<A6>: ????

[caption #1287]
<A9>: Enough!<EOP>
If you_
If <A6> becomes my wife, I'll help. Otherwise_

[caption #1288]
<A1>: WHAT!
Are you stupid!?

[caption #1289]
<A6>: We haven't any choice.

[caption #1290]
<A9>: Yes! It's settled!

[caption #1291]
<A6>: But I have conditions_

[caption #1292]
We'll decide with a coin toss.<EOP>
If it's heads, you'll help us. If it's tails, I'll go with you.
Well, Mr. Gambler_?

[caption #1293]
<A9>: Oho! Fine!
I accept!

[caption #1294]
<A1>: Listen to yourself!
<A6>_you can't become his wife! You just can't!

[caption #1295]
<A2>: That man uses people_

[caption #1296]
<A6>: Ready?

[caption #1297]
<A6>: I win!
Now, honor your part of the bargain!

[caption #1298]
<A9>: How_unusual!

A coin with identical sides_!

[caption #1299]
<A6>: I think you've been hustled, Mr. Gambler.

[caption #1300]
<A9>: Ha!
How low can you get?!
I love it!<EOP>
All right, I'll help you.
Nothing to lose but my life_

[caption #1301]
My life is a chip in your pile! Ante up!

[caption #1302]
G'ho! Customers!
Need any refreshment?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1303]

Locked_

[caption #1304]

Can't open or shut during flight

[caption #1305]
<A5>: That coin_!? <D>
BIG BROTHER!!! Don't tell me_!

[caption #1306]
<A1>: This unwieldy-looking ship really moves! Could it crash?

[caption #1307]
<A9>: When things fall, they fall! <D>It's all a matter of fate_

[caption #1308]
<A1>: This ship's going to stick out like a sore thumb. Better land some
distance away.<EOP>
<A9>: Right.
I'll wait on board in case of an emergency.

[caption #1309]
<A9>: What's going on?
The Empire's becoming paranoid!

[caption #1310]
<A9>: I'll have to repair the air ship. Go scout around and let me know what's
happening.

[caption #1311]
<A9>: Repairs aren't finished yet. You'd better take the boat from Albrook.

[caption #1312]
<A9>: By all means! <D>
Take a turn at the wheel!

[caption #1313]
Operating instructions:

[caption #1314]
Control Pad:
L/R = direction
Up/down = Altitude<EOP>
Press the A Button to move forward. Press the X Button to go amidships. There
you can change your party,<EOP>
or purchase items.
Press the B Button to land.
Press the A Button to lift off.

[caption #1315]
All right?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1316]
Shall I teach you a technique, too?

<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1317]
Press the Start Button to view the world map.<EOP>
Hold the Y Button down and use the Control Pad to move in all
directions.<EOP>
Use the L and R Buttons with the Control Pad for high speed turns.

[caption #1318]
<C> (Find the Floating Continent)
<C> (Lift-off)
<C> (Not just yet)

[caption #1319]
Cambiar los miembros del equipo?
<C> No
<C> Si

[caption #1320]

Only 3 members, please.

[caption #1321]
<C>(Lift-off)
<C>(Not just yet)

[caption #1322]
<A1>: Let's not overstay our visit. We're outta here on the double!

[caption #1323]
<A9>: Right. <D>
Speaking of which_
Maybe we should be leaving.

[caption #1324]
<A2>: Whoa!
What IS that?!

[caption #1325]
<A4>: Something horrible's coming!!

[caption #1326]
<A5>: Uwaaoo!
What in the_?

[caption #1327]
<A11>: Gau!
<A11> go!!

[caption #1328]
Ugly brute_
Better make tracks!

[caption #1329]
Pledge your allegiance to the Empire?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1330]
What!!

[caption #1331]
Fine.

[caption #1332]
Magitek Research Facility.
No Entry!

[caption #1333]
Cid, the director of Magitek research, is a genius! He gave my child the gift of
cure magic!

[caption #1334]
Hey, YOU! <E$01>_ <E$01>_ <E$01>
You're Returners!!

[caption #1335]
Peaceful times are here_

[caption #1336]
And_CURE!!!

[caption #1337]
General Leo's a good man.
Compared to him, Kefka's a_ <D>
Oh! What am I saying?!

[caption #1338]
Tzen_Maranda_Albrook_
They're all controlled by the Empire. It's all because of the Returners_

[caption #1339]
You're Returners?

[caption #1340]
Not a problem by me. Shall I tell you something neat?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1341]
All the soldiers in the Magitek Research Facility can use magic! That Prof. Cid is
truly a genius!

[caption #1342]
Here's one for you_ <D>
That guy Kefka? He was Cid's first experimental Magitek Knight.<EOP>

But the process wasn't perfected yet. Something in Kefka's mind snapped that
day_!

[caption #1343]
General Leo refused a Magitek infusion! He's a warrior's warrior!

[caption #1344]
General <A6> turned traitor! Why? The other side's sure to lose!

[caption #1345]
Your friends_
They're in the cafe.

[caption #1346]
BANON: What ARE you talking about_?!<EOP>
__!!
Talking with_Espers_?

[caption #1347]
ARVIS: It was like this when we got here.

[caption #1348]
RETURNER: What on earth_

[caption #1349]
BANON: Could Gestahl have meant such a thing? Team up with the Empire to
track down an Esper_ <D> Hmm_

[caption #1350]
ARVIS: Makes sense.
Can't just forget about Espers_

[caption #1351]
RETURNER: The war_
It's over_right?

[caption #1352]
NARSHE GUARD: We didn't have to do a thing!
The Empire's troops just ran away in terror!

[caption #1353]
NARSHE GUARD: What's going on?

[caption #1354]
Is it true they extract magic from monsters inside the facility?

[caption #1355]
Shh!
I'm a Returner sympathizer!
I've heard of you!

[caption #1356]
While I distract the soldiers, climb onto the steel tower from this box, and enter
the facility!

[caption #1357]
All ready?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1358]
Who goes there?!
This is off-limits!

[caption #1359]
MAN: I_I'm gonna be sick!
SOLDIER: Get outta here!

[caption #1360]
MAN: Urghh_
Gonna <E$01>toss <E$01>it <E$01>all_ <E$01>
SOLDIER: Hey_

[caption #1361]
Phew!

[caption #1362]
Right_
I'm sure you can do it!

[caption #1363]
Young people_
Hang in there!

[caption #1364]
Danger_danger_

[caption #1365]
SOLDIER: Returner scum!

[caption #1366]
Guess I'll stay here and volunteer to be a soldier_

[caption #1367]
In the army that destroyed our village??? What about your promise to begin
anew in Maranda?

[caption #1368]
It's on the house.
Have a snooze!
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1369]
1000 GP stolen!

[caption #1370]

Nee, hee, hee, hee, hee!

[caption #1371]
KEFKA: I'm all-powerful!
Hee, hee, haw!
I'm collecting Espers!
I'm extracting magic!<EOP>
And_ <D>_ <D>_ <D>
I'll restore the_Statues!

[caption #1372]
KEFKA: You've been completely drained of your powers!
Now you're useless to me!

[caption #1373]
KEFKA: And you! Take a hike!

[caption #1374]
IFRIT: Hmmm_
SHIVA: Well, Ramuh DID entrust them with his power.

[caption #1375]
IFRIT: Gestahl has grabbed our friends and is trying to drain them of their
power.<EOP>
I, too, suffered my turn in one of the glass tubes_

[caption #1376]

SHIVA: They drained our powers, then threw us away to_

We haven't long to live_

[caption #1377]
We will follow Ramuh's lead, and give to you our power_

[caption #1378]
Our friends are all gone_
We haven't much time left_
No choice but to entrust you with our essences_

[caption #1379]

Received the Magicite

[Ifrit.]

[caption #1380]

Received the Magicite

[Shiva.]

[caption #1381]
ESPER: You want to help me_
But_ <D>I haven't long to live.
Just as Ifrit did before me,
I'll give to you my power_

[caption #1382]
CID: What are you doing there?

[caption #1383]
CID: W_what's this!?

[caption #1384]
CID: So_Esper magical power can only truly be transferred when one of them
passes away_

[caption #1385]

Received Magicite!

[caption #1386]
<A6>: Professor Cid.
CID: General <A6>!
And who might these dubious characters be? Your troops?

[caption #1387]
<A6>: No_
You see, _<EOP>
CID: Can it be true that you came here as a spy, seeking to cause an uprising?!

[caption #1388]
KEFKA: <A6>!

W_what are you doing?

Stop it!!!

[caption #1389]
<A1>: !?
<A6>_?

[caption #1390]
KEFKA: So that's it!
Magicite_
Cid, you miserable blockhead! Now_

[caption #1391]
KEFKA: General <A6>!! <D>
The game's over.
Bring me those Magicite shards!

[caption #1392]
<A1>: <A6>!
You_deceived me?!
<A6>: Of course not!
Have a little faith!

[caption #1393]
<A2>: See!
I knew she couldn't be trusted!

[caption #1394]
KEFKA: G'hee, hee, hee!
She has tricked you all!
<A6>, that's so_YOU!

[caption #1395]
<A6>: <A1>_
Please believe me_<EOP>
<A1>: I_ <D>_ <D>_

[caption #1396]
KEFKA: NOW!!

[caption #1397]
KEFKA: Exterminate all of them!

[caption #1398]
<A6>: <A1>_ <D>
Let me protect you for once_ <D>
Maybe now_ <D>
Now you'll believe me_

[caption #1399]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1400]
CID: Ooh, ooh_
What happened?

[caption #1401]
CID: This is a disaster!
Your fighting has caused the capsules to rupture! Their contents are spilling
out!

[caption #1402]
CID: Quick! Over here!

[caption #1403]
CID: Kefka has used me_
used the Empire.
What have I done_?

[caption #1404]
CID: The life-energy of those Espers_

[caption #1405]
CID: You've helped me come to a decision. I'm going to talk to the Emperor and
have this stupid war stopped!

[caption #1406]
CID: <A6>_
I've known her since she was a baby. I raised her as if she was my own
daughter!<EOP>

But she was forced to become a Magitek Knight, and has done some awful
things.<EOP>
If I could only talk to her_
I'd apologize for the way her life has turned out.

[caption #1407]
CID: No! It's Kefka!

[caption #1408]
CID: GO!!

[caption #1409]
<A9>: I was starting to worry_

[caption #1410]
<A9>: ?
What's up with <A6>?
<A1>: __

[caption #1411]
<A9>: Huh?

[caption #1412]
KEFKA: Crud!
What a mess!!

[caption #1413]

<A9>: We'll talk later.

Let's get outta here!

[caption #1414]
KEFKA: I don't think so_!
You won't get away!

[caption #1415]
<A1>: I'm worried about <A0>. Let's return to Zozo.

[caption #1416]
<A9>: <A0>?
Who's that?<EOP>
<A1>: I'll explain on the way_
_about <A0>_Espers_the Returners_

[caption #1417]
<A0>: Father_?

[caption #1418]
We're all here_

[caption #1419]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #1420]

<A1>: Magicite!!

[caption #1421]
<A0>: I remember it all_
I was raised in the Esper's world.

[caption #1422]
<A0>: I remember it all_
I was raised in the Esper's world.

[caption #1423]

The Esper World_ <E$12><OP$12>

[caption #1424]
MADUIN: Listen well, and think clearly!<EOP>
What will you do?
<C>(Return together?)
<C>(Leave her here?)

[caption #1425]
She's pretty weak.
Better let her rest for a moment.

[caption #1426]

ELDER: Did I hear there was a human here?<EOP>

MADUIN: Probably_
_wandered in here by mistake.

[caption #1427]
ELDER: This evening is an ill omen_

[caption #1428]
You okay, Maduin?

[caption #1429]
You'd better do away with it. Humans and Espers are incompatible_

[caption #1430]
You're the Gate Keeper, Maduin?

[caption #1431]
Everyone here's feeling uneasy.

[caption #1432]
You just want to peer into the human realm beyond the north gate, eh, Maduin?

[caption #1433]
Why'd you bring that thing here?

[caption #1434]

Strong winds_
Be careful, Maduin.

[caption #1435]
The link between worlds has surely weakened over the past 1000 years.

[caption #1436]
You okay Maduin?

[caption #1437]
Do you even know what you've done?

[caption #1438]
Elder's orders_
No one passes through the gate.

[caption #1439]
Emergency!
Something's coming through the gate!

[caption #1440]
They say a human girl's here_

[caption #1441]
__

[caption #1442]
__

[caption #1443]
MADUIN: Did I awaken you?

[caption #1444]
GIRL: You're_an Esper?
What's that pendant for?

[caption #1445]
MADUIN: It's_yours now!
It helps protect the Esper World.<EOP>
GIRL: Esper World_
Boy, did I take the low road or what?<EOP>
MADUIN: The Esper folk are pretty upset, you being a human and all_<EOP>
GIRL: You the one who_saved me?

[caption #1446]
ESPER: I am Maduin.
I tired living in the human world_<EOP>
That world is filled with desire, greed and loathing. It's highly infectious_

[caption #1447]
MADUIN: Are humans and Espers
truly_so different?

[caption #1448]
MADONNA: So_I'm an example of the evil in this world, huh?
MADUIN: No, I mean_

[caption #1449]
MADONNA: I'll return to my world tomorrow!
MADUIN: You'll need a guide.

[caption #1450]
ELDER: Everything all right?
WHAT? The human's gone?

[caption #1451]
If this generation of humans knew about our abilities_
And decided they wanted to utilize our powers_<EOP>
It would be a total disaster!

[caption #1452]
A human girl made it all the way to the gate!

[caption #1453]
Why has this happened now after all these years?

[caption #1454]
YOUTH: What's wrong, Maduin?

[caption #1455]
MADUIN: If you don't want to return to your world, you may stay here.<EOP>
MADONNA: But humans and Espers can never coexist_!

[caption #1456]
MADUIN: How do we know for sure unless we observe for ourselves?

[caption #1457]

How do we know_

[caption #1458]

unless we_

[caption #1459]

observe for ourselves_?

[caption #1460]
MADUIN: We've given her a name_
MADONNA: What?<EOP>
MADUIN: It's <A0>.
Not bad, huh?

[caption #1461]

2 years later_

[caption #1462]
Humans!!!!!
The nexus between our worlds has opened again!! The wind_
so odd_just like 2 years ago_

[caption #1463]
But something's different now_
Troops have come seeking our magical power.

[caption #1464]
Blast it!
They've made it as far as the Elder's house!

[caption #1465]
GESTAHL: Aha!
We've finally found it!<EOP>
Those ancient writings told us of this world, and described the awesome
magical properties of these beasts!

[caption #1466]
GESTAHL: Grab them!
Riches to any man who captures an Esper!
GO!

[caption #1467]
ELDER: We've no choice_
We must do what we've been avoiding_<EOP>
MADUIN: You mean_
the magic barrier?

[caption #1468]
It's dangerous out there!

[caption #1469]
Soon the humans will arrive!

[caption #1470]
MADONNA: <A0>'s all right.

[caption #1471]
ELDER: Here's the plan. We'll cause a tempest that'll sweep all the nasty
creatures out of our realm.<EOP>
Then we'll seal the gate_
I am the last of our kind able to cast this magical seal.

[caption #1472]
MADUIN: But in your state, you might just_<EOP>
ELDER: Pass away_
but at least we will finally be safe.
MADUIN: Madonna__

[caption #1473]
MADONNA: I, for one, will not miss the other side_

[caption #1474]
ELDER: Let's do it.
We have no other choice.

[caption #1475]
ESPER: This is all because of that human girl!<EOP>
MADUIN: Nonsense!<EOP>
ESPER: I'm sure she helped the others find us!

[caption #1476]
MADUIN: Get a grip on yourself!<EOP>
ESPER: No! She's one of them!
Soon she'll be wearing our hide!

[caption #1477]
MADUIN: Urghhh!

[caption #1478]
Madonna took <A0> to the gate!

[caption #1479]
ELDER: Where are you going?! D' goh!

MADUIN: Madonna's getting drawn into the next world_!<EOP>

ELDER: Impossible!
It's too late! I've already begun casting the barrier. There's no turning back!
<EOP>
MADUIN: That fool_

[caption #1480]
MADUIN: Madonna!!

[caption #1481]
<A0>!!!

[caption #1482]
MADONNA: Maduin_
I'm not their friend_<EOP>
MADUIN: I understand that!<EOP>
MADONNA: Thank you_
MADUIN: Can you make it back here?<EOP>
MADONNA: Sure_

[caption #1483]
GESTAHL: Shriek!!!
Just when we were in reach of a veritable bonanza_!

[caption #1484]
SOLDIER: Look what popped out!

[caption #1485]
GESTAHL: A_human girl?
<D>Wh_ <D>Who is she?

[caption #1486]
MADONNA: Please_
take care_of my baby_<EOP>
GESTAHL: YOUR girl!?
Eh!? Hmmm_Then she's half human and half_
<D>How absolutely fascinating!<EOP>
GESTAHL: Mwa, ha, ha_
She will help us realize our dream faster than we ever imagined!

[caption #1487]
MADONNA: N_noooo!!!
GESTAHL: Quiet, my dear!!

[caption #1488]
GESTAHL: We will own this world!
Ha, ha, ha_

[caption #1489]
MADUIN: Maadoonaaa!!

[caption #1490]
<A0>: That was my father_?

[caption #1491]
<A0>: I'm the product of an Esper and a human_
That's where I got my powers_<EOP>
Now I understand_
I finally feel I can begin to control this power of mine_

[caption #1492]
<A4>: So Gestahl must've known the secret of the Espers' power back
then.<EOP>
<A1>: And those Espers at the facility were grabbed during that expedition!
<EOP>
That means <A6>'s power came__
at the expense of an Esper_

[caption #1493]
<A5>: They can't get away with this! We have to strike back!

[caption #1494]
<A0>: What's happening in Narshe?<EOP>
<A1>: Hmm_
Maybe we should head back that way.

[caption #1495]
<A9>: The airship's ready!

[caption #1496]

<A0>: Come on!

[caption #1497]
7 dragons left.

[caption #1498]
6 dragons left.

[caption #1499]
5 dragons left.

[caption #1500]
4 dragons left.

[caption #1501]
3 dragons left.

[caption #1502]
2 dragons left.

[caption #1503]
1 dragon left.

[caption #1504]
Defeated all 8 dragons_<EOP>
Dragon Seal broken!!

[caption #1505]

Received the Magicite

[Crusader]!!

[caption #1506]
DUNCAN: Look out! Move!
Cough_wheeze_
Darn this old body_
Hey_you deaf?

[caption #1507]
<A5>: Duncan!!

[caption #1508]
DUNCAN: Wa, ha, ha_
Why the surprised face?
Did you think I'd_gone?

[caption #1509]
<A5>: Duncan_
I'm so glad you're safe!!!

[caption #1510]
DUNCAN: Whoa?!

<A5>, this can't be_

Tears??

[caption #1511]
DUNCAN: Wa, ha, ha_ Nothing happened to me! The earth yawned right open
to take me but I scrambled to safety!

[caption #1512]
DUNCAN: <A5>!!
It is now time to complete your training. Use these new skills to smash Kefka!

[caption #1513]
Put 'em up!

[caption #1514]
I call this the [Bum Rush]!!

[caption #1515]
DUNCAN: Go!
Give Kefka the boot!

[caption #1516]
I've been waiting for you! <D>
I wanted to give you this.

[caption #1517]
DUNCAN: Cough_wheeze_ <D>

Don't worry about me! Go!

Destroy Kefka!

[caption #1518]
I ran a Weapon Shop for 70 years!
This stone gives off an eerie aura!<EOP>
If I melted it, and forged a sword, it'd be powerful!<EOP>
Well?
Make this stone into a sword?
<C> Leave it the stone [Ragnarok]
<C> Make it the sword [Ragnarok]

[caption #1519]
Right.

[caption #1520]
I'll stay here.
This is my home.

[caption #1521]
Cough_
Take_this_

[caption #1522]
[Cursed Shld]_
If we could break its curse_

Imagine its defensive power!

[caption #1523]
What's with this carving?
Looks like bone_<EOP>
Something_in that eye_
_ <D>Magicite?!

[caption #1524]
Remove the Magicite from the eye of the carving?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1525]

Received the Magicite

[Terrato]

[caption #1526]
Ooh_

[caption #1527]
<A10>: I'm your boss, kupo!
You're gonna join us, kupo!!!

[caption #1528]

Admirer of bone-carvings,
as strong as a gigas,
a sasquatch pal with muscle!

[caption #1529]
Ooh_me <A13>_
Yes, boss_
Me join you!<EOP>
<A10>: <A13>!
No slouching, now!

[caption #1530]
Ooo_me wait for you in big airship!

[caption #1531]
This Magicite can be yours for 10000 GP.
<C> (Buy it.)
<C> (Don't want it.)

[caption #1532]
This Magicite can be yours for 50000 GP.
<C> (Buy it.)
<C> (Don't want it.)

[caption #1533]

Received the Magicite

[Palidor.]

[caption #1534]

Received the Magicite

[Terrato.]

[caption #1535]

[caption #1536]
Say, you wanna get hitched?

[caption #1537]
Aishya, no!!

[caption #1538]
You should hear the gossip floating around here!

[caption #1539]
Phew!

[caption #1540]
My dog's the fiercest!

[caption #1541]
Place all bets here!

[caption #1542]
Scram!!

[caption #1543]
This is our only means of recreation.

[caption #1544]
Maranda used to be this continent's most beautiful town! Look what the
Empire's done to it!

[caption #1545]
My son's being forced to serve in the Empire's army.

[caption #1546]
These troopers are crazy!
How long can things keep going on like this?

[caption #1547]
Tzen and Albrook, too, fell to the Empire.

[caption #1548]
200 GP por noche!
Necesitas descansar?
<C> Si

<C> No

[caption #1549]
Hee, hee_
This town is ours to play with!

[caption #1550]
We must begin to rebuild!

[caption #1551]
That boy made to serve as a soldier has returned!

[caption #1552]
When peace was reached, the soldiers left our town.

[caption #1553]
The Imperial troopers are gone! Let's dance! Let's sing!

[caption #1554]
I was forced into the Empire's army. They made me do some awful things_

[caption #1555]
I feel a little down_

[caption #1556]
Most of the town's youths were led off to serve as Imperial troopers.

[caption #1557]
Our poor kids'll be back soon, won't they?

[caption #1558]
I heard there's a huge gate deep inside a cave to the east.

[caption #1559]
Time to put Tzen back together!

[caption #1560]
Our royal family was slaughtered by the Empire.

[caption #1561]
Thanks to you people peace has been achieved!

[caption #1562]
Some friendly advice! There's a weapon called the Guardian.
It can't move, but it's very powerful. Run, if you meet it!

[caption #1563]
The world seems to be getting back to normal_

[caption #1564]
I said it's dangerous outside,
so you can't go out!

[caption #1565]
Waaah! I wanna play outside!

[caption #1566]
Our kid's still not home.
Even though we said it was dangerous outside!

[caption #1567]
The Imperial troopers are gone. Now we can live in peace.

[caption #1568]
Oh, NO! <D>
Whew_don't SCARE people like that! I thought you were a trooper!<EOP>
A while ago someone broke into the Magitek Research Facility, and raised a
ruckus! I took the opportunity to grab this.<EOP>
For 3000 GP this glowing stone's yours.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1569]
The world's going to heck in a hand basket_just look at this weird stone!<EOP>
If you want it, just give me 10 GP.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1570]

Got any juicy gossip?!

[caption #1571]

Received the Magicite

[Sraphim.]

[caption #1572]
The Empire strings up anyone who opposes it.

[caption #1573]
3 cheers for the Empire!

[caption #1574]
You're in the way! Git!

[caption #1575]
Everything belongs to the Empire!

[caption #1576]
Mess with the Empire and_!

[caption #1577]
350 GP per night!
Rest a while?
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #1578]
This is Albrook, the occupied city_

[caption #1579]
Business is picking up in the port! Maybe economy will make a recovery!

[caption #1580]
How could an island float in the sky?!

[caption #1581]
They say there's something valuable to the east_
The Empire built a base there, and no one may enter.

[caption #1582]
I heard some Espers flew outta the mountains near the base and thrashed the
troopers there!

[caption #1583]
Yeah, thanks to that flying island, this town was shrouded in darkness!

[caption #1584]
We have to bribe the troopers to do business here_

[caption #1585]
And they're such TIGHTWADS!

They're raking in the cash!

[caption #1586]
Wouldn't want to be in their shoes, though!

[caption #1587]
People're disappearing,
islands are flying_
I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #1588]
Vector, capital of the Empire, is at the center of this continent.

[caption #1589]
You'll find some good weapons and items in Tzen and Maranda.

[caption #1590]
Some strange guy's tryin' to sell glowing stones_
When I wouldn't take one, he said he was going to Tzen.

[caption #1591]
I'm a scholar of magic. Monsters on this continent have only weak magical
power.

[caption #1592]
I found this in a 1000 year-old text:
8 dragons seal away this awesome beast.<EOP>

Its name is Crusader_

Defeat these dragons, and its power can be released_

[caption #1593]
I'm a scholar of weapons. 1000 years ago, during the War of the Magi, 2 socalled Atma Weapons existed.<EOP>
One changed a person's power into a sword, the other was an monster, bred
for mass destruction.

[caption #1594]
No entry into the port!

[caption #1595]
Ah_welcome!

[caption #1596]
Hey_you're not of the Empire!
Get outta here!

[caption #1597]
In any case, you're probably broke!

[caption #1598]
Ahaaa!!
Whooopie!

[caption #1599]

Look out if you're caught working with the Returners.

[caption #1600]
Now maybe we can get on with our lives.

[caption #1601]
I heard that Espers attacked the Empire_

[caption #1602]
All's well!

[caption #1603]
Is the war really over_?

[caption #1604]
Nuts!
These soldiers are absolutely insane!

[caption #1605]
This cafe is like an Imperial soldiers' dormitory!

[caption #1606]
Since the soldiers are leaving, business is bound to pick up. Oops_better keep
my mouth shut.

[caption #1607]
Sure! No problem!

[caption #1608]
300 GP if you wanna stay.
How 'bout it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1609]
General Leo told us about you. By all means_

[caption #1610]
You look tired!
100 GP for a snooze.
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1611]
We've been waiting for you.
This way, please_

[caption #1612]
BANON: Oh, you're here!
The people of Narshe have finally decided to battle the Empire.<EOP>
How did it go at Vector_?

[caption #1613]

ARVIS: I see_ Your plan would combine Narshe's money with Figaro's machinery
to storm the Empire_<EOP>
not enough manpower, though_

[caption #1614]
BANON: We have to open the sealed gate_

[caption #1615]
<A0>: To the Esper World_?

[caption #1616]
ARVIS: We'll never beat the Empire without them.

[caption #1617]
BANON: When the gate has been opened, the Espers can attack from the
east.<EOP>
We'll storm in at the same time, from the north.

[caption #1618]
BANON: We MUST get the Espers to understand.<EOP>
We have to establish a bond of trust between humans and Espers. Only one
person can do this_

[caption #1619]
Half human, half Esper_
My existence is proof
that such a bond CAN exist_

[caption #1620]
<A0>_

[caption #1621]
<A0>: I'll do it.
I'm the only one who can!

[caption #1622]
<A0>!?

[caption #1623]
No way around it.

[caption #1624]
NARSHE'S ELDER: Our battle lies before us. We must make ourselves ready.

[caption #1625]
BANON: Get the Espers to understand, and we can bring this war to a
screeching halt.<EOP>
<A0>_
I know you can do this_

[caption #1626]
ARVIS: The sealed gate stands at the eastern edge of the Empire.<EOP>
There's a base there, but somehow we'll have to slip through_

[caption #1627]

<A1>: The sealed gate_

Can you sense anything, <A0>?

[caption #1628]
<A0>: __

[caption #1629]
<A1>: <A0>_

[caption #1630]
The Espers wouldn't give us the time of day without_
<A0>_

[caption #1631]
<A0>: I can do it_
But why do I feel so wretched?

[caption #1632]
That's odd_<EOP>
No Imperial soldiers_

[caption #1633]

Chucked out_!

[caption #1634]

<A0>: Let's get this over with.

[caption #1635]
<A0>: __

[caption #1636]
This is the sealed gate_

[caption #1637]
<A1>: Beyond is the Esper World_

[caption #1638]
<A2>: What an eerie place_

[caption #1639]
<A4>: From here on, it's all up to <A0>_

[caption #1640]
<A5>: We're counting on you, <A0>_

[caption #1641]
<A9>: Why'd you bring me to such an awful place!?

[caption #1642]
<A0>: Espers_
Please heed my call_

[caption #1643]
Uwa ha!
So, it's true!

[caption #1644]
KEFKA: Emperor Gestahl was right!

[caption #1645]
<A0>! <D>
_the gate_quickly!

[caption #1646]
What the!!!

[caption #1647]
Espers?

[caption #1648]
Hey! The gate!!!

[caption #1649]
What about those Espers_?

[caption #1650]
<A0>: Look,

let's return to the airship.

[caption #1651]
KEFKA: D_
Drat it all!!
I won't forget this!

[caption #1652]
[Something happened_]<EOP>
[I'm not sure_]

[caption #1653]
Anyway,
let's return to the airship.

[caption #1654]
<A0>: I'm all right.
I'm sure peace is within our grasp!

[caption #1655]
<A0>: I'm all right.
I'm sure peace is within our grasp!

[caption #1656]
<A1>: I can't believe we played a major role in it all!

[caption #1657]
<A1>: I'm sure the Espers were headed for Vector_

[caption #1658]
<A2>: The Empire deserves the worst!

[caption #1659]
<A2>: I could feel the warrior spirits of those Espers!

[caption #1660]
<A3>: __
Why am I here_? <D>
For the money, I guess.

[caption #1661]
<A3>: I think Kefka's out for General Leo's hide!

[caption #1662]
<A4>: We can't be smug. We must be thinking of our strategy.

[caption #1663]
<A4>: Somehow we need to tap in to the power of those Espers_

[caption #1664]
<A5>: Let me at the Empire!

[caption #1665]
<A5>: Let's see what's become of the Empire! Hurry!

[caption #1666]
<A6>: I was one of the Empire's generals, but I still know evil when I see it.

[caption #1667]
<A6>: Kefka's sure to come up with another demented plan. We need to do
something FAST!

[caption #1668]
<A7>: In all my travels, and in all my years_

[caption #1669]
<A7>: _I've never seen anyone so sleazy as Kefka.

[caption #1670]
<A8>: I know.
Let me draw their portraits!

[caption #1671]
<A8>: I'm sure those Espers are all very kind!

[caption #1672]
<A9>: What's the most important thing in life?
Being free of obligations!<EOP>
Otherwise, you lose the ability to gamble_

[caption #1673]
<A9>: Urghh!
For the time being, I don't own the skies_

[caption #1674]
<A10>: Kupoppo!!

[caption #1675]
<A10>: _puuh_

[caption #1676]
<A11>: <A11> become stronger on the Veldt.

[caption #1677]
<A11>: _ooh_
<A11>_high place_
Not good_don't like_

[caption #1678]
<A12>: __

[caption #1679]
Es un bonito pueblo, un poco frio nada mas_

[caption #1680]

<A0>: _the Espers_

Something happened_

[caption #1681]
What happened?

[caption #1682]
The Espers flew off together_

[caption #1683]
Then, the Empire's citizens ran off, as though they were terrified.

[caption #1684]
Which way did the Espers go?

[caption #1685]
Toward the capital_

[caption #1686]

There's something under the ground_

[caption #1687]
Vector_

[caption #1688]

<A9>: We're almost at Vector.

[caption #1689]
There! What's that?

[caption #1690]
There's a switch inside.
What will you do?
<C> (Flick the switch.)
<C> (Leave it alone.)

[caption #1691]

Heard a distant sound_

[caption #1692]
N_nuts!!! I thought I had the monopoly on the stuff buried in the plaza beneath
the grand stairway_

[caption #1693]

Got [Inviz Edge.]

[caption #1694]

Got [Super Ball.]

[caption #1695]

Something's buried_

[caption #1696]

Got [Bolt Edge.]

[caption #1697]
Got [?????.]

[caption #1698]

Got [Fire Skean.]

[caption #1699]

Got [Water Skean.]

[caption #1700]

Got [Shadow Edge.]

[caption #1701]
The Emperor's expecting you.
This way_

[caption #1702]
Emperor Gestahl waits inside.

[caption #1703]
The Espers that emerged from the gate are terrifying the Empire!

[caption #1704]
We've lost our will to fight.

[caption #1705]
Kefka's been imprisoned for unspeakable war crimes.
He's on his last legs_

[caption #1706]
The war's over_

[caption #1707]
The power of the Espers_
Phenomenal_

[caption #1708]
The Espers surely came to free their friends_

[caption #1709]
Peace at last_

[caption #1710]
The Magitek Research Facility's been dismantled.

[caption #1711]
You!?
How'd you get in here?

[caption #1712]
The Empire's talking peace now!

[caption #1713]
When the Emperor learned that Kefka used poison in battle, he imprisoned the
fiend!

[caption #1714]
Kefka! Using poison_
how low can you get?!
I've always hated you!

[caption #1715]
KEFKA: Grrr!
How DARE they put me in a place like this!

[caption #1716]
KEFKA: I don't believe this!

[caption #1717]
KEFKA: What a bore.

[caption #1718]
Kefka's scum_
It serves him right!

[caption #1719]
My whole family was lost in the war_

[caption #1720]
The war ended before we could use this machine_

[caption #1721]
Kefka's in jail!

[caption #1722]
GESTAHL: I've lost my will to fight_

[caption #1723]
CID: The Emperor's had a change of heart_

[caption #1724]
Cid!!

[caption #1725]

CID: The Espers came to save their friends. When they learned the others had
perished, they went berserk,<EOP>
and trashed the town_
Never will I forget their shrieks of rage_

[caption #1726]
SENTRY: We're hanging up our weapons and armor for good.

[caption #1727]
GESTAHL: The power of those Espers_
I had no idea_<EOP>
They'll shred the world_!
We must get them to understand that we are no longer at war.

[caption #1728]
CID: No human's going to make them sit down and listen_

[caption #1729]
GESTAHL: But for now my friends_
Let us feast and rejoice!

[caption #1730]
CID: There're some people here who'd prefer to keep fighting.<EOP>
Please, before we dine, talk to as many soldiers as you can! Make them
understand!

[caption #1731]

Dinner preparations underway.

One moment, please.

[caption #1732]
TROOPER: Please talk to as many soldiers as you can. You have 4 minutes until
dinner.

[caption #1733]
Only the chest in the back is locked. Can it be opened_?

[caption #1734]
G'whoa! I've been made!

[caption #1735]
I am Lone Wolf, the pickpocket! I wanted that treasure!

[caption #1736]
G'heh!

[caption #1737]
Persistent, aren't you!

[caption #1738]
Halt!
Don't move or this one's dust_!

[caption #1739]

Kupo!!

[caption #1740]
G'heh!
Got a wild one, here_!
Uwaaa!

[caption #1741]
Took the treasure from Lone Wolf, the pickpocket!<EOP>

Got [Gold Hairpin]!

[caption #1742]

Kupo_

[caption #1743]
<A1>: Couldn't hold out_?!
Uh oh_

[caption #1744]
BANON: Couldn't hold out!?
I have a bad feeling about this_

[caption #1745]
Relics give your party members a variety of abilities.
For example_<EOP>
[Sprint Shoes] double your speed.
[True Knight] lets you shield others during battle.<EOP>
[Dragoon Boots] add the [Jump] command to your battle list.<EOP>
[Gauntlet] allows you to hold a sword with both hands.
Use the Main Menu to equip up to 2 relics per person.

[caption #1746]
<A3>: I've worn out my welcome_

[caption #1747]
At Save Points you can use a [Sleeping Bag] or [Tent], and also save a
game.<EOP>
If you should perish, you'll automatically be able to play from your last
save.<EOP>
Though any GP, treasures, etc. you found will have to be found again, your
Level and Exp. data will be retained.<EOP>
You can save a game anywhere on the world map.

[caption #1748]
<D96>

[caption #1749]
Emperor Gestahl himself asked me to do his portrait_
What if he doesn't like it_?

[caption #1750]
I finished the Emperor's portrait. It was a true representation of the Emperor_
but he hated it.<EOP>
I ended selling it to Owzer, a rich man who lives in Jidoor.

[caption #1751]
The Chocobo is the noblest of creatures!

[caption #1752]
WOLF: Hmmm_if this is how it's gonna be then_take this!

[caption #1753]
Look out!
Get outta the way!

[caption #1754]
Defeat the Statues, and magical power will not disappear_<EOP>
Kefka drained the Statues' power, the source of magic_?

[caption #1755]
Unequip some party members?
<C> Those not now in your party.
<C> All members.
<C> Don't do a thing!

[caption #1756]

Got [Pearl Lance]!

[caption #1757]
Thankupo!

[caption #1758]
Can you talk?!

[caption #1759]
Human-loving, fast-talking,
street-smart, SLAM-dancing_
Moogle_

[caption #1760]
That old psycho, Ramuh, came to me in a dream and told me to be expectin'
you!<EOP>
And now_ <D> I'm_ <D>
gonna join your party!

[caption #1761]
I'll wait in the airship, kupo!

[caption #1762]
Kupo!

[caption #1763]
Locked_

[caption #1764]

Grrrr_
You'll never get this
[Gold Hairpin]!

[caption #1765]
Kupo_ <D> _ <D> po!

[caption #1766]

That evening, the banquet

with the Emperor took place_

[caption #1767]
TROOPER: This way, please.

[caption #1768]
CID: You can count me in as a Returner!

[caption #1769]
GESTAHL: Imagine!
All of us here together, sharing a meal! First we must have a toast!

[caption #1770]

<C> To the Empire_

<C> To the Returners_
<C> To our hometowns_

[caption #1771]
GESTAHL: Well then_
To our hometowns!

[caption #1772]
GESTAHL: Well then_
To the Empire!

[caption #1773]
GESTAHL: Well then_
To the Returners!

[caption #1774]
GESTAHL: As you know, Kefka's in jail for war crimes.
What shall we do with him?

[caption #1775]
<C> Leave him in jail_
<C> Pardon him_
<C> Execute him_

[caption #1776]

<A4>: Albrook's a port to the south of the Empire.

A Magitek Armor hauling ship plies the waters between__<EOP>
__there and Crescent Island_
We'll penetrate the Imperial base. You deal with the Espers!

[caption #1777]
<A5>: Can we really trust the Empire?! I have an awful feeling about this_

[caption #1778]
<A2>: Never will I be able to forgive Kefka_

[caption #1779]
<A11>: Smells like parents' house here_why so familiar?

[caption #1780]
<A10>: Kupo!

[caption #1781]
MAJESTY: General Leo's waiting in Albrook. Please head for Crescent Island and
look for the Espers_

[caption #1782]
GESTAHL: Hmm_
Well, let's let him stew in his cell for a while. Then we'll decide what to do.

[caption #1783]
<C> Why'd you start the war?

<C> Why do you want peace now?

<C> Why'd we have to talk to
your men?

[caption #1784]
GESTAHL: My desire for power got the best of me.
Now I've come to my senses.

[caption #1785]
GESTAHL: I feel we need each other's help at this time_

[caption #1786]
GESTAHL: Some of my men refuse to embrace peace. I felt they'd understand if
they actually met you face to face.

[caption #1787]
GESTAHL: With your permission, I'd like to talk about the Espers_

[caption #1788]
<C> One more question please!
<C> Okay.

[caption #1789]
<C> One more question please!
<C> Let's talk about Espers_

[caption #1790]

GESTAHL: I assure you, I have answered your questions truthfully.

[caption #1791]
GESTAHL: My Empire's been decimated by the Espers that emerged from the
sealed gate.<EOP>
They're acting spiteful. Unless they're stopped, they'll rip the world asunder!

[caption #1792]
<C> Yes, the Espers have gone
too far.
<C> But you unleashed their
power!!

[caption #1793]
GESTAHL: After the Espers went on their rampage, I knew I couldn't go on with
my war.<EOP>
I asked myself why I had started it in the first place.
By the way_<EOP>
About those questions you asked me_
which did you ask first?

[caption #1794]
GESTAHL: Right. Anyway, more than anything I want peace. That's my true
dream. I want you to understand that!

[caption #1795]
CID: You seem a bit tired.
Care for a rest break?

[caption #1796]
<C> Yes, let's take a break.
<C> Let's keep talking.

[caption #1797]
Shall we begin again?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1798]
GESTAHL: Is there anything you wish to hear me say?

[caption #1799]
<C> That all you really want
is peace.
<C> That your war's truly over.
<C> That you're sorry_

[caption #1800]
GESTAHL: __

[caption #1801]
CID: All will be put right if we can achieve peace_!

[caption #1802]

TROOPERS: We want to test your strength!<EOP>

Won't you fight with us for a couple of minutes?
<C> Sure
<C> Sorry

[caption #1803]
TROOPER: Just as we thought_

[caption #1804]
GESTAHL: I understand.
My only dream in life is_peace! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1805]
GESTAHL: I understand.
I've ordered this war to be over! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1806]
GESTAHL: I understand.
I'm truly sorry for what I've done! Now I must ask for a favor_

[caption #1807]
GESTAHL: After they devastated my Empire, the Espers headed northward,
toward Crescent Island.<EOP>
They must be found_!
We must tell them we're no longer their enemy.<EOP>
After all that I have put them through, it is up to me to set things right.<EOP>
That is why_ <D>

I need to borrow <A0>'s power.

[caption #1808]
Only <A0> can bridge the gap between Esper and human.

[caption #1809]
GESTAHL: We must make for Crescent Island aboard the freighter from
Albrook.<EOP>
Will you accompany me?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1810]
GESTAHL: We cannot simply ignore the Espers!!<EOP>
Please_come with me!
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1811]
GESTAHL: I'll have my finest warrior accompany us!
General Leo!

[caption #1812]
LEO: I'm General Leo
Nice to meet you.

[caption #1813]

<A5>: Didn't I see you at Doma?

_I'm SURE I did_
So that was General Leo_

[caption #1814]
LEO: You! You're <A2>, liege to the king of Doma!
Please forgive me for not being there to stop Kefka_<EOP>
<A2>: __
That wasn't your fault.

[caption #1815]
LEO: I'll be waiting for you in Albrook.

[caption #1816]
GESTAHL: We must find the Espers and come to terms with them! You are our
last hope!

[caption #1817]
<A1>: If <A0> goes, I'll go.

[caption #1818]
<A0>: <A1>_
Thank you_

[caption #1819]
<A1>: The rest of you wait here. I smell a rat_

[caption #1820]
<A4>: Agreed_
It's hard to trust the Emperor just like that_

[caption #1821]
<A2>: We'll stay here and investigate.

[caption #1822]
<A1>: Please do.
Leave no stone unturned!

[caption #1823]
<A4>: Right.
And you be careful!

[caption #1824]
GESTAHL: I truly apologize about the poisoning of Doma.
No one dreamed Kefka would use poison.

[caption #1825]
<C> What's done is done_
<C> That was inexcusable.
<C> Apologize again!!

[caption #1826]
GESTAHL: I'm so terribly sorry! Kefka's being severely punished, and we're
cleaning up the poison.

[caption #1827]
GESTAHL: By the way_
With regard to General <A6>_

[caption #1828]
<C> Was she an Imperial spy?
<C> <A6> is one of us!
<C> We trust <A6>!

[caption #1829]
GESTAHL: Kefka was lying.
General <A6> realized the war was stupid before anyone else.<EOP>
That's why she joined the returners. Any other questions for me?

[caption #1830]
1 person

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[caption #1834]
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13 people

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[caption #1851]
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[caption #1852]
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[caption #1853]
24 people

[caption #1854]
I've slain too many people.
I'll never live a normal life.

[caption #1855]
You're not wanted!

[caption #1856]
I oppose peace!

[caption #1857]
Some people fight harder after they're cast down!

[caption #1858]
The Empire'll never die!

[caption #1859]

You deserve a thrashing!

[caption #1860]
You're strong_
Maybe you really CAN defeat the Espers_

[caption #1861]
Espers_
Who'd have dreamed they were that powerful_

[caption #1862]
We'll never knuckle under_

[caption #1863]
I heard you're the strongest of the Returners_so just how strong are you_?

[caption #1864]
Not bad_pretty strong!

[caption #1865]
Someone outta thrash ya!

[caption #1866]
Phepppp. Returner scum!

[caption #1867]

Hm.
Not bad!

[caption #1868]
Everything'll be settled after the banquet_

[caption #1869]
A message from the Emperor_
Because you were able to talk to so many soldiers, you are to be rewarded as
follows.

[caption #1870]
Imperial troops have withdrawn from South Figaro.

[caption #1871]
In addition, our troops have also pulled out of Doma.

[caption #1872]
We hereby give you the right to take any weapons you desire from the Imperial
base to the east, near the sealed gate.

[caption #1873]
And this is from the Emperor himself_<EOP>

Received [Tintinabar.]

[caption #1874]

CID: Wow, what a ship!

<A9>: That landing really messed up the engine. It'll take a while to fix_

[caption #1875]
Your behavior at the banquet was impeccable. Please take this as well!<EOP>

Received [Charm Bangle.]

[caption #1876]
CID: I'll help.
No machine can stump me!

[caption #1877]
Well_

[caption #1878]
<A9>: Don't touch anything!

[caption #1879]
CID: Go kill time in the casino! I can speed this crate up!

[caption #1880]
<A9>: __
You little_!!
Get outta my sight!

[caption #1881]
CID: But I could really make this thing hum_!

[caption #1882]
<A0>: You love this ship, more than anything, huh?<EOP>
<A9>: Actually, when I was young there was something I was mad about_

[caption #1883]
<A0>: _huh?

[caption #1884]
<A9>: In my youth I dreamed of having the world's fastest airship.

[caption #1885]
<A0>: You mean__<EOP>
<A9>: At that time there was a young girl who piloted the Falcon, the fastest
vessel ever made.<EOP>
Sometimes we were the worst of rivals_but other times we were the best of
friends.<EOP>
We always egged each other on to go faster and higher. When she disappeared
along with her ship_<EOP>
I felt like I lost my spirit.

[caption #1886]
<A9>: _
Poor Daryl_

[caption #1887]

LEO: There you are. Another of the Empire's generals, and a person I hired in
town will be traveling with us.

[caption #1888]
LEO: We should arrive tomorrow morning. Why not rest until then?

[caption #1889]
<A0>: <A6>_ <D>
<A6>: __

[caption #1890]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1891]
LEO: Right_let's go.

[caption #1892]
<A3>: I'm working for the Empire. But don't worry_
I'm not going to garrote you!

[caption #1893]
General Leo's waiting for you.

[caption #1894]
General Leo's holding a meeting.

[caption #1895]

LEO: Let me introduce_

General <A6>_and <A3>.

[caption #1896]
LEO: Is something wrong? <D>
<A1>: No_

[caption #1897]
LEO: Our departure isn't till tomorrow. I've arranged some lodging for you.

[caption #1898]
LEO: Please, get some rest.

[caption #1899]
<A3>: You kids stay out of trouble now, you hear?

[caption #1900]
<A1>: Not a word of this to anyone else, o shrouded one_

[caption #1901]
<A1>: Come on_! <D>
Why won't you speak to me?

[caption #1902]
<A1>: <A6>_

[caption #1903]
<A1>: Even if it was only a little_
I doubted you_ <D>
But I'm still your friend_

[caption #1904]
<A1>: <A6>!

[caption #1905]
LEO: You all right?

[caption #1906]
LEO: Looks like you're feeling better_

[caption #1907]
<A0>: Funny, isn't it_
I was used by the Empire_
even had my thoughts ripped from me_<EOP>
But here I am cooperating with the [enemy]_

[caption #1908]
LEO: People are people.
Not all of us are like Kefka.

[caption #1909]
<A0>: What_

<D>what's with you?

[caption #1910]
LEO: I knew you were being used as a kind of biological weapon_<EOP>
And because I didn't do anything about it, I'm no different than Kefka_

[caption #1911]
<A0>: I'm the product of a human and an Esper_
<D>Will I ever be able to love someone?

[caption #1912]
LEO: Of course!

[caption #1913]
<A0>: But_
<D>I haven't felt that way yet_

[caption #1914]
LEO: You're just young.
<D>_but I understand what you mean. <D>I understand only too well_

[caption #1915]
<A0>: But_
<D>I want to know what love is_
now!

[caption #1916]
<A0>: Who is it?

[caption #1917]
<A3>: Thought I'd sleep out under the stars.

[caption #1918]
<A0>: Did you hear_
<D>_what we were just talking about?

[caption #1919]
<A0>: Umm_

[caption #1920]
<A3>: I can't help you.
You must look within for answers.

[caption #1921]
<A3>: I didn't mean to overhear anything.

[caption #1922]
<A3>: <A0>.

[caption #1923]
<A3>: In this world are many like me who've killed their emotions. Don't forget
that.

[caption #1924]
LEO: We're almost at Crescent Island. When we disembark, we'll split into two
groups.<EOP>
<A6> and I will form one group. <A0>, you go with <A1> and <A3>.<EOP>
If you spot the Espers, report at once!

[caption #1925]
LEO: <A0>, we'll continue yesterday's conversation later_

[caption #1926]
<A1>: Let's go.

[caption #1927]
<A6>: Um, I_

[caption #1928]
<A1>: Come on.

[caption #1929]
Oh, wow!!!
Strangers!!

[caption #1930]
MAYOR: Welcome, welcome!
<D>Magic_? What is this [magic]?

[caption #1931]

Beber! no queda nada mas que eso!

Que mas podemos hacer?

[caption #1932]
Ni se te ocurra salir!<EOP>
Esos hombres han perdido la razon, solo saben obedecer ordenes!

[caption #1933]
Have you talked to old man <A7>? Do so, and the inn keeper may be more
reasonable.

[caption #1934]
For some reason the inn keeper doesn't like strangers!

[caption #1935]
You're strangers_<EOP>
1500 GP if you wanna stay.
<C> (Well, okay.)
<C> (No way!)

[caption #1936]
Espers? What in blazes are they? If they're animals, talk to the old guy that
lives on the edge of town.

[caption #1937]
Ha!
No admittance!

[caption #1938]
Old man <A7> looks like he's on his last legs, but he used to be a powerful
warrior.

[caption #1939]
Have you met little <A8>? She loves to paint pictures! Wonder if she'd do my
portrait?

[caption #1940]
Actually, <A8> isn't <A7>'s real grandchild.<EOP>
I heard she's his friend's daughter.

[caption #1941]
Mi abuelo salio despues del toque de queda y esos soldados no tuvieron
compasion_

Nos interrogaron preguntandonos por un cristal, pero nosotros no sabemos

nada! Aqui no hay ningun cristal!
Cuanta sangre se tendra que derramar para que lo comprendan!

[caption #1942]
Listen, I have to tell you_ <D>
Naaah_never mind.

[caption #1943]
My house burned down!

[caption #1944]
Get outta the way!

[caption #1945]
I've never seen you before.

[caption #1946]
__ <D>Right!

[caption #1947]
And who might YOU be?

[caption #1948]
1 GP per night.
Why not relax for a spell?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #1949]
Whatcha want with me?

[caption #1950]
An elderly gentleman, pure of heart, and learned in the ways of monsters_

[caption #1951]
Trae de vuelta a Claire sana y salva, tratala bien pues una vez rescatada sera
un nuevo miembro de vuestro equipo.

[caption #1952]
Uh?! What was that?

[caption #1953]
N'ga! Oh no!

[caption #1954]
Mama_it hurts_

[caption #1955]
Oh all right. Cure_

[caption #1956]
_medicine_where is my cure medicine?!

[caption #1957]
Mama!
Please use cure on me!

[caption #1958]
<A7>: Espers?
Espers_Hmm_
Not really familiar with that word.<EOP>
<A1>: But you've heard it before?

[caption #1959]
<A7>: Nope, uhn uhn_
Can't say I have.
<D>Honestly <D>can't say <D>I have! <D>

[caption #1960]
Grandpa!

[caption #1961]
<A7>: Hey_HEY!

[caption #1962]
<A7>: What in blazes_
What're you doing?

[caption #1963]
In her pictures she captures everything:
forests, water, light_
the very essence of life_

[caption #1964]
That's odd_

[caption #1965]
<A8>: Grandpa.
Who are these people? Friends? Can they use magic, too?

<A7>: Yaa! Hush!

[caption #1966]
<A8>: What a cute doggy!
<A3>: Get away.
He bites.

[caption #1967]
<A7>: Go to your room!
<A8>: I will not!
What a fussy old man!

[caption #1968]
<A7>: Please_leave us!
<A8>: Well_all right_

[caption #1969]
<A8>: What a sweet puppy!

[caption #1970]
<A7>: Hoo boy_
Seems to like your dog_

[caption #1971]
<A7>: This is terrible_

[caption #1972]
<A7>: Sorry.
<A3>: No problem.
The dog usually doesn't like people, though_

[caption #1973]
<A7>: Please excuse her.
She's just young.
<A1>: Hmmm_<EOP>
<A7>: This is just a back-water village. We can tell you nothing about your
Espers_

[caption #1974]
<A1>: I see_
<D>There's something wrong here_
<A0>: Let's have a look around.

[caption #1975]
<A1>: Thanks for your time!
<A7>: Sorry I couldn't have been more helpful!

[caption #1976]
<A3>: Interceptor!
Come!

[caption #1977]
<A8>: Oh, all right_

[caption #1978]
<A7>: What a beautiful day.

[caption #1979]
<A8>: Interceptor, please come back again and play!

[caption #1980]
<A7>: This is awful!
<A8>_she's_

[caption #1981]
<A0>: <A8>'s in danger?
<A7>: Yes!<EOP>
She was at a neighbor's house when a fire broke out. I won't be able to stand it
if something happens to her!

[caption #1982]
<A7>: Please!
Won't you help?!

[caption #1983]
<A1>: <A3>!

[caption #1984]
<A3>: Interceptor_
<D>Where are you?!

[caption #1985]
Waaah_my beautiful house_!

[caption #1986]
<A7>: <A8>'s inside that house!

[caption #1987]
Entra y deja que los cristales te lleven a tu destino.

[caption #1988]
<A7>: <A8>!!!!!

[caption #1989]
<A1>: What're you doing?

[caption #1990]
Flames be GONE!!! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #1991]
MAYOR: Magic is forbidden!
<A0>: Magic_?!

[caption #1992]
<A7>: I don't care!
<D><A8>'s inside!!!

[caption #1993]
Mayor!!

[caption #1994]
MAYOR: All right.
<D>We really have no choice.

[caption #1995]
MAYOR: Stand back.

[caption #1996]
<A7>: It's no use.
The fire's too strong!<EOP>
MAYOR: I think that's because they keep so many Fire Rods in here_

[caption #1997]
<A7>: I'm going in!

[caption #1998]
<A0>: Wait_I'm going too.
<A1>: Count me in. You'd better stay out here, gramps.<EOP>
<A7>: Fool!
I may be old, but I'm not powerless!

[caption #1999]

Quickly!

[caption #2000]
Is this the source of our blaze_?

[caption #2001]
<A1>: Try to avoid the flames.
<A0>: Easier said than done.<EOP>
<A7>: Hurry!
We have to find <A8>!

[caption #2002]
Uwaaa!!
Too late! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2003]
Huh!? <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #2004]
<A7>: <A8>!!!
Where are you?!

[caption #2005]
<A3>: Let's get outta here! <D>I'll use a Smoke Bomb!!

[caption #2006]

<A7>: Are you okay?

<A8>: Yes. Thanks, Grandpa!

[caption #2007]
<A7>: Save your thanks for these people.
<A8>: Thank you_

[caption #2008]
<A7>: I guess our town's little secret is out now_

[caption #2009]
<A1>: Can everyone here use magic? What's going on here?

[caption #2010]
<A7>: This is_
<D>_the village of the Mage Warriors_

[caption #2011]
<A7>: Long ago humans used Magicite to gain magical powers. They came to
be known as Mage Warriors.

[caption #2012]
<A1>: But I thought they perished centuries ago_

[caption #2013]
<A7>: After the War of the Magi, the Espers fled to their new world behind the
sealed gate.<EOP>

They wished to live peacefully, without fear of being used by humans. They left
us here to fend for ourselves_<EOP>
But we were despised by normal people. Everyone felt we had begun that war_

[caption #2014]
<A7>: They sent people to hunt us down like animals.
There weren't even any trials_<EOP>
<A0>: Even though the only difference was that you could use magic_?

[caption #2015]
<A7>: A few Mage Warriors escaped and found their way here. They were our
ancestors.<EOP>
Our powers have weakened over time, but some of it remains.

[caption #2016]
<A0>: Look, if you're up to it, we could use your help. <D><EOP>
<A7>: So, you're after the Espers, eh_?

[caption #2017]
<A7>: Well, I owe you for saving <A8>. <D>I'll help you find your Espers.

[caption #2018]
<A8>: Me too! <D>
<A7>: I don't think so.

[caption #2019]
<A8>: What a fuddy duddy_

[caption #2020]
<A1>: But_where do we start looking?<EOP>
<A7>: Hmm_
<D>If they're here, they must be hiding in the mountains to the west.

[caption #2021]
<A1>: Why there?
<A7>: Those mountains have powerful magical properties.<EOP>
They say the Espers were created there_

[caption #2022]
<A0>: Maybe they're drawn to that place?

[caption #2023]
<A1>: I think it's worth a look.

[caption #2024]
<A3>: Don't misunderstand me. I just wanted my dog back.

[caption #2025]
<A1>: Going somewhere?
<A3>: I'll search for the Espers in my own way.

[caption #2026]
ULTROS: G'heh, heh_these shiny statues are all mine!

These'll get Ziegfried's attention!

[caption #2027]
ULTROS: Oh!
They're glowing!!
They're_beautiful!

[caption #2028]
<A1>: Hey, squidball!
Don't you ever learn?<EOP>
ULTROS: Uh, well they always said I was a slow learner_
but I eat FAST!!

[caption #2029]
<A8>: Hey! Did you see me? I was awesome!
Wouldn't I be more helpful than Gramps?<EOP>
<A7>: G_GRAMPS!!?

[caption #2030]
<A0>: I suppose it wouldn't hurt to have you along_

[caption #2031]
<A7>: I can't believe it_
<D>The Statues_!
<A0>: [The] Statues?!

[caption #2032]
The birth of magic_<EOP>
3 goddesses were banished here. In time they began quarreling, which led to
all-out war.<EOP>
Those unlucky humans who got in the way were transformed into Espers, and
used as living war machines_

[caption #2033]
<A1>: Some faint letters are carved on the back of the stone figures_

[caption #2034]
<A1>: Say, old man, what else can you tell us about these goddesses?

[caption #2035]
<A7>: They quite literally created magic, as we know it.<EOP>
<A1>: So, they're the goddesses of magic, then?
<A7>: You could say that.

[caption #2036]
<A0>: I can feel their power_
<A7>: The Statues are the source of all magic.<EOP>
It's said the Espers made these images, and put them in a very special
place.<EOP>
These represent power beyond all comprehension_

[caption #2037]
<A0>: Our Espers no doubt came to this island to bask in all this magical
power!

[caption #2038]
The goddesses finally realized that they were being laughed at by those who
had banished them here.<EOP>
In a rare moment of mutual clarity, they agreed to seal themselves away from
the world.<EOP>
With their last ounce of energy they gave the Espers back their own free will,
and then transformed themselves_<EOP>
_into stone.
Their only request was that the Espers keep them sealed away for all eternity.

[caption #2039]
The Espers created these statues as a symbol of their vow to let the goddesses
sleep in peace.<EOP>
The Espers have sworn to keep the goddesses' power from being abused.

[caption #2040]
<A1>: Phew_what a story.<EOP>
<A0>: If the Espers were attracted here by these statues, they must be around
here somewhere!

[caption #2041]
<A1>: Say, old timer,
what happened to the stone goddesses?<EOP>
<A7>: Legend has it that they're hidden somewhere beyond the reach of
humans.<EOP>
I'd say they're beyond the sealed gate_

[caption #2042]

<A0>: I wonder if the barrier that protects that place is generated by those
stone goddesses?

[caption #2043]
<A8>: Are these_Espers?!

[caption #2044]
<A0>: I didn't think they'd look so_ <D><EOP>
<A1>: Gramps, take <A8> and clear outta here!

[caption #2045]
<A7>: What about you?

[caption #2046]
YURA: Halt!

[caption #2047]
<A8>: What is it?
<A7>: I sense some immense magical power in <A0>_ <D>It_frightens me_

[caption #2048]
<A1>: I wonder if she's gonna go ballistic again?!

[caption #2049]
YURA: You're somehow different_
<D>I sense a familiar power radiating from you_<EOP>
<A0>: Yes.

[caption #2050]
<A7>: You're the Espers that fled through the sealed gate?<EOP>
YURA: As a rule, we are not allowed to visit to your world.<EOP>
We few had gathered near the gate, and were wondering how we could save
the Espers that had been kidnapped.<EOP>
It was just a coincidence that <A0> appeared when she did_

[caption #2051]
<A0>: I felt_
your presence_
through the gate.<EOP>
YURA: We bolted the moment <A0> opened the gate.
But once in your world, we lost control of our powers.

[caption #2052]
YURA: We completely leveled a city_and took some innocent lives_

[caption #2053]
<A0>: That's what happened to me! I lost all control of my power_

[caption #2054]
<A7>: There must be something in your world that allows you to focus your
power differently.<EOP>
You must use caution while in our world_

[caption #2055]

YURA: We are deeply sorry to have caused you humans such suffering and
pain.

[caption #2056]
<A1>: The past is history. The Empire seems to want to talk peace with you.
Why not come with us?<EOP>
YURA: They would forgive us so easily?

[caption #2057]
<A1>: Let's go to Thamasa and talk with General Leo.
<A0>: Right!

[caption #2058]
<A1>: General Leo.<EOP>
LEO: <A1>_you're back! And you've made the Espers understand our desire for
peace!

[caption #2059]
LEO: I am General Leo.
May I have your name, please?
YURA: I am called Yura.

[caption #2060]
YURA: We have done something inexcusable to your people.<EOP>
YURA: This probably isn't the time or place to ask for your forgiveness, but_

[caption #2061]
LEO: Speak no further.

It is we who owe you an apology. We hungered for your power_<EOP>

How close we came to reenacting the War of the Magi!!!<EOP>
YURA: We must put this all behind us.

[caption #2062]
KEFKA: I don't care for the appearance of this pitiful little hamlet_
So burn it!!

[caption #2063]
<A1>: I believe our job is finally over! I, for one, could use some peace and
quiet_<EOP>
<A6>: Let's return to Vector.

[caption #2064]
<A6>: Please, not another word.

[caption #2065]
<A8>: I'm too hot, Grandpa.
<A7>: Kids!!

[caption #2066]
LEO: Kefka! What ARE you doing?!
KEFKA: G'ha, ha, ha! Emperor's orders!<EOP>
I'm to bring the Magicite remains of these Espers to his excellency! Behold! A
Magicite mother lode!!

[caption #2067]

LEO: Kefka! No!

[caption #2068]
KEFKA: Shut up!

[caption #2069]
M.TEK TROOPER: General Leo, prepare yourself!

[caption #2070]
LEO: No.
I won't let this happen!

[caption #2071]
LEO: Kefka!
<D>Your behavior is dishonorable!
I can't allow this!

[caption #2072]
KEFKA: Hee, hee_!
How 'bout a little Magitek mayhem!

[caption #2073]
KEFKA: Now for a little Magicite hocus-pocus_!

[caption #2074]
KEFKA: Whoa! Yes, I feel some incredible magic power here, today! Wave after
wave of pure, magical energy_

[caption #2075]
KEFKA: I'd say you're all charged up, boys and girls_or whatever_<EOP>
Say, remind me to show you my Magicite collection someday! You might see a
few familiar faces!!!

[caption #2076]
KEFKA: First, let's neutralize your abilities.

[caption #2077]
KEFKA: Now, little Espers_
Let's see whatcha got!

[caption #2078]
KEFKA: This is ridiculous!
I had no idea you were such wimps! <D>Time to put a stop to all of this.

[caption #2079]
KEFKA: Eh?!
You wanna take me on?
Fine. Here I am_

[caption #2080]
KEFKA: Phew_
I think I have plenty of Magicite for the time being_<EOP>
that is, until I make my way through your precious sealed gate!!

[caption #2081]
It hurts_

[caption #2082]
Curse the Empire_Curse Kefka!

[caption #2083]
The Espers_are they all_?

[caption #2084]
MAYOR: I can only take some comfort in the fact that there were so few
casualties.

[caption #2085]
<A0>: General Leo_

[caption #2086]
<A0>: People only seem to want power. Do they really want to be like me?

[caption #2087]
<A0>: I_I wanted to learn so much more from you_

[caption #2088]
Interceptor!?
That's a nasty wound!

[caption #2089]

<A1>: We not only lost Leo, but <A3>, too_

<D>Curse the Empire!

[caption #2090]
<A1>: This'll have to do_

[caption #2091]
<A6>: He was so gentle_

[caption #2092]
<A8>: I'll go with you.

[caption #2093]
<A1>: Now I'm worried about <A4> and the others_<EOP>
<A0>: I wish I could say they were safe_

[caption #2094]
<A9>: We've been had!!
The Emperor is a liar!

[caption #2095]
<A2>: Thanks to <A4>, we escaped before anything bad happened_

[caption #2096]
<A1>: Way to go, <A4>!

[caption #2097]
<A4>: I got to know the gal who brought us tea.
After a while, she just blurted out the whole crooked plan.

[caption #2098]
<A5>: So_you finally hit pay dirt, eh?

[caption #2099]
<A4>: Watch your mouth!
There're ladies present!
I was a perfect gentleman.

[caption #2100]
<A1>: General Leo's gone_
<D>Kefka did him in_ <D>

[caption #2101]
<A2>: Sir Leo?! Gone?!
<D>What a waste_
He was their finest soldier_

[caption #2102]
<A4>: We need to rethink our plans. Let's return to the airship.

[caption #2103]
<A7>: May I accompany you?

[caption #2104]
<A4>: Who're you?

[caption #2105]
<A1>: He's one of this town's citizens.

[caption #2106]
<A0>: He's descended from the Mage Warriors of yore_
I think he can be a big help.

[caption #2107]
<A7>: We must expect the Empire to flex its new-found muscle soon.

[caption #2108]
<A8>: I'm coming along, too.

[caption #2109]
<A5>: Yeah, right kid!

[caption #2110]
<A8>: What?
Who is this puffed up aerobics instructor, anyway?<EOP>
<A5>: Kid's got quite a lip!

[caption #2111]

<A8>: Aaack!
I'm gonna paint your portrait!

[caption #2112]
Uwaaa! S_stop!

[caption #2113]
<A7>: All right all ready!
If you insist_
<A8>: That's better!

[caption #2114]
<A8>: What's wrong, lover boy?
<A4>: How old are you?
<A8>: 10_why?

[caption #2115]
<A4>: You've grown up entirely too fast!
<D>Lighten up, okay?!

[caption #2116]
General Leo_

[caption #2117]
GESTAHL: Fuwa, ha, ha!
Now THIS is power!

This, and my Magicite_

now nothing can stop me!

[caption #2118]
<A7>: The beginning of all magic_
<A0>: Those?<EOP>
<A7>: It is said that they somehow neutralized each other's power, then
sealed themselves away_<EOP>
<A7>: If the 3 statues should ever be moved out of alignment, the resulting
inbalance of power would_<EOP>
_rearrange the face of our planet_
<A0>: What?!

[caption #2119]
Quick! Back to the airship!!

[caption #2120]
<A9>: The Empire's after the sealed gate! They're looking for some statues or
something.<EOP>
<A7>: No!!!

[caption #2121]
<A6>: What's wrong, <A0>?<EOP>
<A0>: The island_
The world is groaning in pain_

[caption #2122]

GESTAHL: Oh, those silly Espers! To think they opened the gate themselves!
The Statues should be just ahead.<EOP>
If we can just get our hands on them, we'll have everything we ever dreamed
of!

[caption #2123]
GESTAHL: Come quickly!

[caption #2124]
<A9>: Quick!
Let's jump onto that thing!<EOP>
Only 3 allowed in your party.
The others must stay on board.

[caption #2125]
Only 3 allowed in your party.
The others must stay on board.

[caption #2126]
Uh, oh!!!
The Imperial Airforce (IAF)!<EOP>
We're surrounded!
Let's give 'em a bloody lip!

[caption #2127]
Something_
curious_approaches!!

[caption #2128]
Kefka, Gestahl_and the Statues are just ahead.

[caption #2129]
<A3>: Down with the Empire! Once I outlived my usefulness, they tried to off
me!<EOP>
[We thought you were a goner!]

[caption #2130]
<A3>: Is Interceptor all right?<EOP>
[He's fine.
Come on, let's go!]

[caption #2131]
<A3>: Forget about me.<EOP>
[We can't just leave you!]

[caption #2132]
<A3>: I sold my skills to the Empire_
I have no right to fight together with you.

[caption #2133]
<A3>: We meet again.

[caption #2134]
The airship's below!<EOP>

Do you wish to return?

<C> (No)
<C> (Yes)

[caption #2135]
GESTAHL: Well, well_

[caption #2136]
<A6>!!
Welcome back!<EOP>
<A6>: I came to stop you!

[caption #2137]
GESTAHL: Fwa, ha, ha_
Then you're just in time to perish. Behold! The Statues!!

[caption #2138]
GESTAHL: Ooh! I've got goose bumps! What power_<EOP>
<A6>: Emperor Gestahl!
Please, stop this madness!

[caption #2139]
GESTAHL: <A6>_
Come to me, my pretty!<EOP>
You and Kefka were given life to serve me!!
It is your birthright to rule the world with me!!

[caption #2140]
KEFKA: Kill the others and we'll overlook your treachery!

[caption #2141]
KEFKA: Take this sword!
Take care of them. Immediately!!

[caption #2142]
GESTAHL: <A6>_together we can rule an entire world!
Think of it_!

[caption #2143]
<A6>: Power only breeds war_
I wish I'd never been_born.

[caption #2144]
KEFKA: Ouch!!

[caption #2145]
KEFKA: B_blood!?

[caption #2146]
KEFKA: You_vicious brat!

[caption #2147]

Grrr_ <D>Aargh_

[caption #2148]
I
hate hate hate
hate hate hate_<EOP>
hate hate hate hate hate
hate hate hate hate hate<EOP>

HATE YOU! Grrr_

[caption #2149]
KEFKA: Goddesses_you were born only to fight.
I implore you_show me your power!!

[caption #2150]
KEFKA: I command you!
Give me your power!
Arrrgh! Curses!

[caption #2151]
KEFKA: Listen to me,
or you'll regret it!
Give me_POWER!

[caption #2152]

GESTAHL: Kefka, stop it!

Revive those statues, and you'll destroy the very world we're trying to possess!
<EOP>
KEFKA: Shuddap!

[caption #2153]
GESTAHL: There'll be no one to worship us_

[caption #2154]
<A6>: Snap out of it, Kefka!

[caption #2155]
<A6>: Oh, that's really smart, Kefka!
Disturb their delicate balance, and they'll go haywire_!

[caption #2156]
KEFKA: Who're you?!

[caption #2157]
KEFKA: Noooo!

[caption #2158]
<A3>: Go!
There are people counting on you!

[caption #2159]
<A3>__

Get outta here on the double!

[caption #2160]
<A3>: Don't worry about me! Run!!
I can't stop this chain reaction!<EOP>
I'll see you again.
Count on it!<EOP>
KEFKA: You can't escape me!!

[caption #2161]
The airship's below.
<C> (Jump!!)
<C> (Wait!!)

[caption #2162]
<C> (Jump!!)
<C> (Gotta wait for <A3>_)

[caption #2163]
[<A3>!!]
<A3>: I'll be blown to bits before I can even collect my pay_

[caption #2164]
Can't you diffuse the statues?!

[caption #2165]

<A9>: Hang on!

[caption #2166]

On that day, <D>the world

was changed forever_ <E$20><OP$12>

[caption #2167]
CID: <A6>_at last_!

[caption #2168]
CID: You're finally awake!
<A6>: I_feel like I've been sleeping for ever_<EOP>
CID: For one year, actually_
I thought you were out for good.<EOP>
<A6>: A whole year_
<D>You've watched over me the whole time?

[caption #2169]
CID: Yes, and I'm about out of energy.

[caption #2170]
CID: We're on a tiny, deserted island. After the world crumbled, I awoke to find
us here together with_<EOP>
_a few strangers.
<A6>: The world_!
So, it wasn't just a dream.

[caption #2171]
<A6>: Where are my friends? Where's <A1>_?<EOP>
CID: I don't know.
I only know we're here_
Maybe we're the only people left alive_<EOP>
CID: Since that day, the world's continued its slide into ruin. Animals and plants
are dying_<EOP>
The few others who washed up here with us passed away of boredom and
despair.

[caption #2172]
<A6>: My friends_
they're probably all gone_

[caption #2173]
CID: <A6>_you're the closest thing to family that I have_we could just live out
our lives here peacefully_<EOP>
<A6>: I suppose so, Cid_
<D>Or should I say, Granddad?!
May I call you that?<EOP>
CID: Gramps, eh?
I'm overwhelmed! All of a sudden I have a granddaughter!
<D>Cough_ <D>Wheeze_<EOP>
<A6>: My long-lost Granddad_

[caption #2174]
CID: Ha, ha_hack_cough!

<A6>: Hey, are you hungry?<EOP>

CID: I_haven't eaten in 3 or so days, ever since I became ill.<EOP>
<A6>: What would you like?<EOP>
CID: Well, unless I ask for fish,
I won't get anything!
That's all there is here!
<A6>: I'll go catch some.

[caption #2175]
CID: I feel much better!
Thanks, <A6>!

[caption #2176]
CID: My dear,
I_feel I'm not going to be around much longer_

[caption #2177]
CID: <A6>, thanks for all you've done for me!

[caption #2178]
CID: Hackack!!
I feel a little better!

[caption #2179]
CID: Cough_wheeze_
I can't bear this any longer_

[caption #2180]
CID: I_I'm not long for this cruel new world_

[caption #2181]
CID: My worst nightmare is to think of you alone here on this wretched
island_hack_wheeze!!

[caption #2182]
CID: Cough_hack_ACK!!
While I can still talk, I_wheeze_pant_want to thank you_cough!

[caption #2183]
CID: Good-bye_

[caption #2184]
__

[caption #2185]
<A6>: Granddad, here's a fish! Eat up!
CID: Oh! Yum_
Chomp, munch, chew_

[caption #2186]
<A6>: What's up?<EOP>
CID: <A6>_the project that kept me going over the past year is down below. Go
have a look at it!

[caption #2187]
<A6>: Granddad.
You have to eat, or else_<EOP>
W_what's the matter?

[caption #2188]
<A6>: Cid_

[caption #2189]
<A6>: No_NO!!
You promised you'd stay here with me!!

[caption #2190]
<A6>: Granddad, ANSWER ME!
Tell me you're just joking!

[caption #2191]
<A6>: Cid_Granddad_!

[caption #2192]
<A6>: Granddad.<EOP>
CID: <A6>_
You must leave this place.
You have to find your friends!<EOP>
<A6>: I know_

But I'll bring 'em all back to meet you!<EOP>

CID: That <A1> fellow, too, no doubt_

[caption #2193]
<A6>: I'll make you proud of me_Granddad_

[caption #2194]
CID: Those others who were here_<EOP>
when they were feeling down they'd take a leap of faith from the cliffs up
north_perked 'em right up!

[caption #2195]
<A6>: Everyone's gone_
Even <A1>, who promised to watch over me_<EOP>
The world's slowly ebbing away_

[caption #2196]
<A6>: Phew_
Why did you nurse me back to health? Did I ever ask you to help me?!

[caption #2197]
<A6>: A bandana???
<D>No_it can't be_<EOP>
<A6>: Hey, you!
Where'd you get this?!
Is the person who healed you still alive? Answer me!

[caption #2198]
<A6>: He's alive_
<D><A1>'s still alive!!!

[caption #2199]
You need to leave! The others are surely waiting for you!<EOP>
Find the stairs next to the stove. Down them lies your road to freedom.
Love, Granddad

[caption #2200]
Thanks for saving the child!

[caption #2201]
I was on lookout duty for Kefka_
But I lost my nerve_

[caption #2202]
Anyone who opposes Kefka is doomed. He uses his [Light of Judgment] from
high atop his tower to burn whole towns.

[caption #2203]
I saw it! Kefka used a light beam to burn the village of Mobliz, to the
east.<EOP>
Most of the adults there perished trying to save their children_

[caption #2204]
The [Serpent Trench] used to be deep under water.

Now it's above sea level.<EOP>

Some [Cult of Kefka] members have built a tower there_

[caption #2205]
Many monsters nowadays attack with [Zombie], [Petrify] and the like. Have you
equipped suitable Relics?

[caption #2206]
To the east you'll find the [Serpent Trench.] Further east you'll find the village of
Mobliz.<EOP>
Boy, the Light of Judgment really fried that town_

[caption #2207]
Head north on the Serpent Trench and you'll reach Nikeah. Ships still sail from
there.

[caption #2208]
Heeeeee_
I've never been more frightened!

[caption #2209]
My child's inside!
Do something!

[caption #2210]
Must have irritated Kefka_

[caption #2211]

There are monsters inside! They keep petrifying everyone who goes in to help.
You using suitable Relics?

[caption #2212]
We resisted Kefka, so he unleashed his Light of Judgment on us!

[caption #2213]
Hurry, or the house'll collapse!

[caption #2214]
<A6>: <A5>!<EOP>
<A5>: Hey! <A6>!
<A6>: Let's head in!
<A5>: Wait!!

[caption #2215]
[<A5>!!]<EOP>
<A5>: Hey! You're alive!!!
Get in there, quick!

[caption #2216]
<A5>: If I move_
The whole house'll collapse. First_ <D>save the child that's in there_<EOP>
I can't hold this up forever, so_
Get out on the hum_urgh_

[caption #2217]

<A5>: I_I_
I'm losing my grip_
Keep up the fight, brother!

[caption #2218]
<A5>: Wait!

[caption #2219]
<A6>: <A5>!
You're alive!

[caption #2220]
<A5>!
You're alive!

[caption #2221]
<A5>: But of course!
You think a minor thing like the end of the world was gonna do me in?

[caption #2222]
<A6>: I thought everyone was gone_
I had given up all hope_<EOP>
But_ <D>fortunately, I was wrong! Now I know they're all alive! We need to
find everyone! Then_

[caption #2223]
We thought everyone was gone_

We'd given up all hope_<EOP>

But_ <D>fortunately, I was wrong! Now I know they're all alive! We need to
find everyone! Then_

[caption #2224]
<A5>: I know, I know_
We smash Kefka, and deliver peace unto the world_

[caption #2225]
Come on!!
Please help!

[caption #2226]
All I can do now is restore your health.
Please_go back inside and save that child!!

[caption #2227]
[I'm scared_!]
[Don't worry, you're safe now.]

[caption #2228]
Did you see that tower_?

[caption #2229]
Kefka's up there, 'n he's using the power of the Statues_
He's like a god_

[caption #2230]
Everything changed on that day_

[caption #2231]
Anyone who opposes Kefka gets his or her town fried by the [Light of
Judgment.]

[caption #2232]
On THAT day, debris from all over the world floated eerily to the center of this
land mass, and formed that tower_

[caption #2233]
How can ya make a GP in a world like this?

[caption #2234]
When the world was ripped apart, many long-sealed monsters were
released_<EOP>
Phunbaba_Doom Gaze_
And the 8 Dragons_

[caption #2235]
I saw Doom Gaze soaring through the sky!
I'd rather take an acid bath than fight that thing!

[caption #2236]
Uh? You again_?
<D>Oh, sorry. You look just like a man who was here searching for his
friends_<EOP>

He said he was going north, to Tzen.

[caption #2237]
You_the sparkle in your eye_
You're the spittin' image of a man who came through here recently.

[caption #2238]
Oh_I think back on how nice the world used to be_

[caption #2239]
_and realize it'll never be the same again_

[caption #2240]
<A8>: You!!
You old fool!!!
You're still standing?!

[caption #2241]
<A7>: <A8>!
Is that you, my dear?
You're alive!!

[caption #2242]
<A8>: Idiot!
Of course I'm all right!
<A7>: Oh_

I'm so happy_<EOP>
<A8>: Did you think I was gonna check out before you, old man?! <D>Ah, ha,
ha_

[caption #2243]
<A7>: You're as foul-mouthed as ever, bless your heart!<EOP>
<A8>: Come along now_
We're all glad to see you!

[caption #2244]
<A7>: Whoa!
Well I'll be_
All right, make room for me!

[caption #2245]
The members of the [Cult of Kefka] live in this tower.
There's something wondrous atop it!<EOP>
You can only use magic attacks inside, so unless your magic's strong, you'll
never make it to the top!

[caption #2246]
Treasure_treasure_

[caption #2247]
For 100000 GP I'll tell ya 'bout a secret treasure!
<C> (Hand over 100000 GP!)
<C> (No way!)

[caption #2248]
Hooey!!!! <D>
Right, here's the scoop:
Beneath the Desert of Figaro lies an ancient castle_<EOP>
_loaded with treasure.
By the way, an old man who lives in the Weapon Shop in Narshe is looking for
you_

[caption #2249]
No use talking to them. They've sold their hearts to Kefka.
All they do is mope around, thinking of him_

[caption #2250]
Master Kefka's treasure_
Return it_ Now_!

[caption #2251]
Uwaaa!
Someone's coming!!

[caption #2252]
You're gonna have to fight your way in here, chumps!!

[caption #2253]

Wait!

[caption #2254]
<A0>!!

[caption #2255]
Mama!
Are these your friends?!

[caption #2256]
<A0>: Oh! I'm so glad to see that you're safe!
I've missed you!

[caption #2257]
[<A0>_come one, let's go! Unless we stop Kefka, all's lost_]
<A0>: I_

[caption #2258]
<A0>: That is <D>I_ <D>um_
I can't fight any longer_

[caption #2259]
<A0>: The very day the world fell, Kefka turned some kind of beam on this
town.<EOP>
Almost all of the adults perished trying to save their children_

[caption #2260]
<A0>: There were only children here_ <D>

The moment I arrived, I felt needed_

[caption #2261]
DUANE: You can't take <A0> away!

[caption #2262]
KATARIN: Duane_ <D><EOP>
Please excuse him. It's just that if <A0> goes, she takes with her the very spirit
of our survival_

[caption #2263]
<A0>: I don't know why these kids need me_<EOP>
But they've made me feel things I've never felt before.<EOP>
The moment I sensed this, I lost my will to fight.

[caption #2264]
<A0>: I can honestly say I don't know what's going on inside of me_<EOP>
And the more I try to understand it, the less inclined I am to fight.

[caption #2265]
Help!!! Run!!!
Phunbaba's coming!!

[caption #2266]
<A0>: Phunbaba's an ancient demon who was released when the world was
undone.

[caption #2267]
<A0>!!
Wake up!
Uh, oh_here it comes!!

[caption #2268]
<A0>: I've really lost it_
My fighting edge_

[caption #2269]
Mama!
Are you okay?!

[caption #2270]
<A0>: I'm staying here.
As you can see, I can't be of any help to you.<EOP>
And besides, the children really need me.
[But <A0>_!]

[caption #2271]
<A0>: Maybe after a little more time passes_
I need to understand what's happening to me_

[caption #2272]
Thanks for scaring Phunbaba away! In his haste, he dropped this. Here!<EOP>

Received the Magicite

[Fenrir.]

[caption #2273]
Mama_are you all right?

[caption #2274]
You can't take Mama away!

[caption #2275]
I'll have you if something happens to Mama!!

[caption #2276]
<A0>: I'm sorry_
I'm staying!
The children need me.

[caption #2277]
Katarin's gone_

[caption #2278]
Duane was being mean to her, so Katarin took off!

[caption #2279]
Katarin's belly's growing bigger!

[caption #2280]
I know! Katarin's gonna have a baby! My Mom looked like that before my
brother appeared!

[caption #2281]
DUANE: I_don't know what to do. Katarin's pregnant_

[caption #2282]
<A0>: Hey you guys!

[caption #2283]
<A0>: Katarin's having a baby.

[caption #2284]
KATARIN: I'm so happy to have had a child_
But Duane seems miserable_

[caption #2285]
DUANE: Katarin_ <D>_ <D>
I'm sorry.
I didn't know how to handle this.<EOP>
I've been an awful husband_
But I'm learning.
Please, come back with me.

[caption #2286]
Waaaaa!

Phunbaba's back again!

[caption #2287]
<A0>: Please!
Save this village!
I simply can't fight_

[caption #2288]
DUANE: I'll keep Katarin safe.

[caption #2289]
KATARIN: I feel safe when Duane's around.

[caption #2290]
Please!!
Rid us of Phunbaba once and for all!

[caption #2291]
Monster again_
I'm afraid_
I'm always afraid_

[caption #2292]
Mama_ <D>
It is you, isn't it! <D>
I can tell_

[caption #2293]
Huh? Mama?
<A0>?

[caption #2294]
Mama!!
<A0>!!!

[caption #2295]
<A0>: I_I can fight!

[caption #2296]
<A0>: Finally_
I understand that feeling_
Even though I kept it buried for so long.<EOP>
I'm sure it's called_
__ <D>__ <D>
[Love!]<EOP>
I now realize that we must fight for the future of our children.

[caption #2297]
<A0>: Duane_
Katarin needs your help_
so does your new baby.<EOP>
Listen children, your [Mama] has to go away for a while.

I'll return when I feel your future's guaranteed!

[caption #2298]
[Mama_
I'm not gonna cry!]
[Me either!]<EOP>
<A0>: I'll be back.
I promise!
Till then_you behave!

[caption #2299]
<A0>: Thank you_
You helped me to understand a part of myself.<EOP>
Now I must go to war. We must all believe we have a future. We must fight for
those who aren't even born yet!

[caption #2300]
Our papas and mamas are gone_

[caption #2301]
But we'll be happy,
if <A0>'ll come back to us!

[caption #2302]
A badly wounded soldier passed away here in Mobliz.

[caption #2303]

Everyone here calls <A0>, [Mama.]

[caption #2304]
Duane and Katarin are the oldest ones here.

[caption #2305]
I saw Duane kissing Katarin!

[caption #2306]
You're not gonna take <A0> away, are you?

[caption #2307]
The light took everyone_
_everyone_ <D>_ <D>
Dad_Mom_

[caption #2308]
DUANE: This is our village.
You can't just waltz in here and start barking out orders!

[caption #2309]
KATARIN: <A0>'s helped us all to survive. Ever since she's been here, we've
felt hopeful for the future.

[caption #2310]
I wanna see Katarin's baby!

[caption #2311]
We'll be okay 'till mama comes back!

[caption #2312]
Mama_
Don't feel sad.
We'll be okay.

[caption #2313]
Duane and Katarin'll take good care of us.

[caption #2314]
I'm not gonna cry.
If I do, <A0>'ll feel sad_

[caption #2315]
The baby in Katarin's belly is kicking!

[caption #2316]
See!
It just did it again!

[caption #2317]
Say, Katarin.
What're you gonna name the baby?

[caption #2318]
DUANE: A new life_
I've got to do my best to help make the world a safer place_

[caption #2319]
KATARIN: We'll be okay.
Just make sure these kids'll have a world to grow up in!

[caption #2320]
It's heading this way!
Protect the kids!!!

[caption #2321]
Papa!!
Mama!!!

[caption #2322]
I'm hiding away from Kefka.

[caption #2323]
The ship to South Figaro's about to leave.

[caption #2324]
This ship belongs to the Crimson Robbers.

[caption #2325]

The thieves are hanging out at the coffee shop. They all escaped from Figaro
Castle.

[caption #2326]
The road you followed here used to be under water.

[caption #2327]
After the end of the world,
I awoke all alone in Doma Castle.<EOP>
When I would try to sleep there, demons would come for me_ Oh! I don't want
to remember that!

[caption #2328]
While traveling under the desert, Figaro Castle hit an obstacle and came to a
halt.

[caption #2329]

Received the Magicite

[Palidor]!

[caption #2330]
There's an eerie tower at the end of the Serpents Trench.

[caption #2331]
What're ya doin'?
Get away!

[caption #2332]
GERAD: Oh, yeah, you know how to get into Figaro Castle, don't you?!<EOP>
HENCHMAN: G'ho ho, do we ever!

[caption #2333]
GERAD: Yeah, You lead the way since it's buried.

[caption #2334]
I understand they escaped from Figaro Castle's prison.

[caption #2335]
From out of nowhere a bunch of huge sandworms burrowed into the prison!
<EOP>
We followed their tunnels back to the surface and escaped.

[caption #2336]
Our last boss perished that day. We met up with Gerad in this town.

[caption #2337]
The boss wants to sneak into Figaro Castle. He wants to get our booty back
from the storage room there.

[caption #2338]
We'll enter da castle through a secret cave dat only we knows about!

[caption #2339]
I've been chatting with the boss of this gang, Gerad.

He's kinda handsome!

[caption #2340]
All right, let's go!

[caption #2341]
GERAD: What's your problem?<EOP>
<A6>: Y_
you're <A4>, aren't you?!

[caption #2342]
<A6>: <A4>?<EOP>
GERAD: Enough of this nonsense! I have things to do.

[caption #2343]
GERAD: I'll be busy getting ready for our departure to Figaro.<EOP>
<A6>: Don't play possum with me! <A4>?
Or have you somehow lost your memory?

[caption #2344]
GERAD: Listen, my lady,
I've been [Gerad] all my life!

[caption #2345]
<A5>: What's going on, here? Brother!!

[caption #2346]
<A6>: Only <A4> would say, [my lady.]

[caption #2347]
GERAD: What's all the bloomin' fuss about?
The words, [my lady] are used the world over!

[caption #2348]
Figaro Castle disappeared the day the world became_
unzipped_

[caption #2349]
Figaro Castle had an accident under the desert.
Don't know what happened to its people_

[caption #2350]
That sweet little girl stopped coming around right after the world ended_

[caption #2351]
I'm so relieved the Empire's finally outta here!

[caption #2352]
Now all these thieves are demanding all our time.
Phew_I'm exhausted.

[caption #2353]

There's nothing left of my home town.

[caption #2354]
Jump on the turtle.
Oh, jump on the turtle_<EOP>
Oops_never mind.

[caption #2355]
Just when we thought the Empire was gone_heeeeeres Kefka!

[caption #2356]
I'm so relieved to know my grandchild's alive!

[caption #2357]
DUNCAN'S WIFE: No, dear! Duncan's still alive and well! He's meditating just
north of Narshe.

[caption #2358]
Gerad's a boss we can trust! But he looks awfully familiar_

[caption #2359]
Souvenir of the Empire, anyone?!

[caption #2360]
GERAD: You still here?!

[caption #2361]

We're storming Figaro Castle! That treasure's rightfully ours!

[caption #2362]
We won't stop 'till we get our treasure back!

[caption #2363]
We mustn't rest now!
We have to start rebuilding!

[caption #2364]
We may be thieves, but at least we have goals in life!

[caption #2365]
For each life lost, a new one arrives to fill the void!<EOP>
Okay!
Nothing's gonna stop us!

[caption #2366]
Oh_!
That person!

[caption #2367]
Whoa!
Am I dizzy!

[caption #2368]

If the [Light of Judgment] should burn our town down 100 times, we'll rebuild it
100 times!

[caption #2369]
Did you hear that Duncan's alive? His wife said so!

[caption #2370]
Some guy came through here a little while ago looking for some secret
treasure.

[caption #2371]
The boss of these thieves is on the second floor.

[caption #2372]
The thieves have all left town!

[caption #2373]
GERAD: Let's go help 'em_
Hang on a sec_ <D> __?
<D>Are you people STILL here?<EOP>
<A6>: Be polite now_
<A4>!

[caption #2374]
Boss, everything's ready.
Let's go!<EOP>
GERAD: Case of mistaken identity, my dear.

Give it up!

[caption #2375]
GERAD: Now, where were we_?

[caption #2376]
Here, boy_
Here's some nice food for you!

[caption #2377]
Presto!
GERAD: Good Job!
I used to have a turtle_!

[caption #2378]
SIGFRIED: Pretty dangerous from here on. I'll go in first and clear out all the
monsters. Wait here.

[caption #2379]

On the hum, let's go!!!! <D4>

[caption #2380]
GERAD: You all right?
You were almost a goner.

[caption #2381]

2381

[caption #2382]
GERAD: Here's the problem_
What a mess_<EOP>
Boss! What're we gonna do? Our treasure's stored in the room back there!

[caption #2383]
GERAD: You guys get in there while I keep this thing busy!
[But boss! That's dangerous!]<EOP>
GERAD: Get going!

[caption #2384]
<A6>: <A4>!

[caption #2385]
<A4>: What're ya waiting for, <A6>?<EOP>
Give me a hand!!<EOP>
<A6>: <A4>!
It IS you!

[caption #2386]
<A6>: Why the stupid farce?<EOP>
<A4>: Well, I heard that Figaro had had an accident.
I wanted to help, but didn't know where to look.<EOP>
Then I heard that those idiots had escaped from the prison.<EOP>

<A6>: You needed to use them_<EOP>

<A4>: Bingo.
I had to wait until they led me to their secret cave.<EOP>
<A6>: Amazing, considering that you threw most of 'em in jail to begin with!

[caption #2387]
<A5>: Don't treat us like strangers anymore!

[caption #2388]
<A4>: Uh, oh_!
Let's hide!

[caption #2389]
Boss! __?
Boss?

[caption #2390]
Must have been eaten by that thing_

[caption #2391]
It wasn't even much of a monster_<EOP>
Well, let's go_

[caption #2392]
[You don't want that treasure back_?]
<A4>: It's completely worthless.<EOP>

Besides, Kefka's the one we need to worry about.

Those guys haven't committed any serious crimes_<EOP>
<A6>: Come on, let's go_

[caption #2393]
<A5>: There's only one little problem, eh, brother!

[caption #2394]
Nonsense!
It's been fixed!
Next stop, the surface!

[caption #2395]
Who'd have thought air could be so precious!

[caption #2396]
Several of the castle's citizens left to join the Cult of Kefka.<EOP>
If a loved one should call out a cult member's name, however_

[caption #2397]
Magicite gives humans magical powers?
Amazing!

[caption #2398]
Has magic really made a comeback_

[caption #2399]
Kefka's [one shy of a six pack!]

[caption #2400]
I know someone who deserves to be locked up in here!

[caption #2401]
You found an ancient text at the library, right?

[caption #2402]
No more Returners_no more Empire. Now who am I gonna side with?

[caption #2403]
What the_?

[caption #2404]
It's an Esper attack!
Let's show him some of OUR Esper magic!

[caption #2405]
A 1000 years in the past, a battle was waged here_

[caption #2406]
[Only Odin is here!]
[Are your wounds healed?]

[caption #2407]
We're fresh outta options.
We'll have to leave this battle in Odin's hands_

[caption #2408]
A city, ruined during the War of the Magi_

[caption #2409]
ODIN: Don't do it_
You can't turn me into Magicite_

[caption #2410]
There's an ancient legend_<EOP>
It tells of a battle between
Odin and a powerful sorcerer
that took place in a great
hall of the castle_

[caption #2411]
A book,
with a gemencrusted cover_
[Queen's Diary]<EOP>
I realize, now, that I am in love with Odin_
This_breaks every rule of our society.<EOP>
But my heart longs for this noble, elegant man.

How could anyone blame me?<EOP>

After the fighting is over I'm going to bare my soul to him_

[caption #2412]
<A0>: Love between a human and an Esper_

[caption #2413]
Even the Queen was turned to stone_

[caption #2414]
A tear comes_
From the stone_?

[caption #2415]

The Magicite [Odin] gains

a level_<EOP>

and becomes the Magicite

[Raiden!]

[caption #2416]

Odin turned into a

Magicite shard_

[caption #2417]
Atom Edge! <D4>

[caption #2418]
400 GP per night.
Wanna rest?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2419]
Deseas combatir?
<C>(Si)
<C>(No gracias.)
<C>(Escuchar las reglas)

[caption #2420]
Creatures from all over the world come here to compete.

[caption #2421]
Get a load of the crowds!

[caption #2422]
There's some guy here who's dressed all in black!
He's looking for a blade known as the Striker_

[caption #2423]

We can't let the world become too peaceful!

People are at their best when they're at war_<EOP>
My colosseum will be a monument to war!
If I can ever get the help I need to finish it, that is!

[caption #2424]
This is my colosseum.<EOP>
Finally, the whole world is at war! I'm so happy!
And I owe it all to Kefka!

[caption #2425]
Ultros is your receptionist?<EOP>
He couldn't pay his debt, so I put him to work!
I figure he'll be here about another 100 years.

[caption #2426]
ULTROS: Look at me!
I'm a receptionist!
G'fa, ha, ha!<EOP>
Now, you'd better watch what ya bet, or master Chupon'll just come and take it
from ya!

[caption #2427]
Lo primero que debes hacer es dejar un objeto con nosotros para buscar
posibles interesados en el.<EOP>
Despues de encontrar a un interesado le entregaremos ese objeto, quien a su
vez debera ofertar algo de igual valor. <EOP>

Finalmente deberas selecionar a un miembro de tu equipo el cual se enfrentara

a duelo con el interesado.<EOP>
Si resultas vencedor te llevas el objeto de tu oponente.<EOP>
Fijate bien en los objetos que obtienes por el mundo!
Lo que no es util para ti, puede servirle a otra persona.

[caption #2428]
Nunca has visitado el Castillo de Cornelia? Es el principal punto de encuentro
de los caballeros de la luz y el centro de operaciones!
Alli se decidio quienes serian los miembros de cada equipo de batalla!

[caption #2429]
Battles at the colosseum are one-on-one.

[caption #2430]
Orlandu: Con animos para
combatir?

[caption #2431]
This is Dragon's Neck Colosseum. Champions from all over the world come here
to fight for prizes.

[caption #2432]
[What're you doing here?]
<A3>: The only thing I know how to do is fight_

[caption #2433]

[Why not come with us?]

<A3>: Well_

[caption #2434]
<A3>: First I need to see how far I can get here_

[caption #2435]
Huh?!
<A1>?
He must be searching the world over for that fabled treasure_<EOP>
Find the treasure, and you'll find <A1>!

[caption #2436]
Those beautiful days will never return_

[caption #2437]
Narshe is filled with monsters. I don't have any place to go home to_

[caption #2438]
But I refuse to give up!<EOP>
I'm going back to Narshe.
There's that frozen Esper_
With you guys along, we'll be able to wake that thing up!

[caption #2439]
<A1> just left here a while ago. He was happy_<EOP>

_saying something about learning where some mystic treasure was_

[caption #2440]
<A6>: <A1>_
He's alive!!

[caption #2441]
We planted some seeds, but nothing's growing_

[caption #2442]
It's as if the plants have lost their will to live_

[caption #2443]
There's a real mean guy fighting at the colosseum. Seems he's looking for a
weapon called the [Striker]_

[caption #2444]
Unless life begins to flourish again, it doesn't matter how beautifully we restore
our village.

[caption #2445]
A handsome man with a quaint way of talking visited our village recently. He
kept saying, [Thou] to everyone!

[caption #2446]
<A6>: <A9>!
<A9>: You're alive!?

[caption #2447]
<A6>: Come along with us!
We're after Kefka!<EOP>
<A9>: Phew_
I don't know if I have it in me anymore_<EOP>
<A6>: What are you saying?!
<A9>: I'm just a gambler_<EOP>
I just want to be left alone_
This world is too chaotic for me. What's worse, I've lost my wings_

[caption #2448]
<A6>: But before the world collapsed, you fought with all your heart! You were
absolutely fearless_<EOP>
<A9>: That was then_
We can never have that world back!<EOP>
<A6>: You want to live in this world as it is?
No?
Then do something about it!

[caption #2449]
<A9>: Mwa ha!
All right_you win!
I'm starting to feel lucky!!

[caption #2450]
<A9>: Thanks_
I needed that.

Now, let's go visit Daryl's Tomb.

[caption #2451]
<A9>: __
We're gonna get us another one_ <D>
Airship, that is_!

[caption #2452]
There're still some people with vision, even in this world.
Like my brother up north.

[caption #2453]
Don't step there!
Give the seedlings a chance!

[caption #2454]
Cough_
This world's already on the heap!

[caption #2455]
I overheard your conversation_
I, too, still have faith in this world!

[caption #2456]
Hope_

[caption #2457]
Hope_
We must never give up hope!

[caption #2458]
<A6>: This person_
She was your friend?<EOP>
<A9>: Yeah.
She was a piece of work.
Nothing scared her_

[caption #2459]
<A9>: Could be anything lurking down here, so keep your eyes peeled!

[caption #2460]
DARYL: This experimental airship is probably a bit unstable_

[caption #2461]
<A9>: This brings back a lot of memories.

[caption #2462]
<A9>: Watch your step.

[caption #2463]

DARYL SLEEPS HERE

[caption #2464]
<A9>: You can't be serious!
What are you trying to prove?!

[caption #2465]
DARYL: If something should happen to me, the Falcon's yours!

[caption #2466]
<A9>: Nonsense!
I'll win the Falcon from you when I whip you in a race!<EOP>
<A9>: You'd better clear outta my way!
DARYL: Big talk, buster!

[caption #2467]
<A9>: There's nothing like flying!

[caption #2468]
<A9>: I put it in storage.
I couldn't bear to look at it.
But now it just may save us_<EOP>

The Falcon.

[caption #2469]
DARYL: Come on!

Stop lagging back there!

[caption #2470]
DARYL: Or do you like chewing on my wake!

[caption #2471]
<A9>: Listen to you!

[caption #2472]
DARYL: This time's for real.
I'm going to break every record!<EOP>
I'll be known as the woman who flew closest to the stars!

[caption #2473]
<A9>: Be back before sunset! I'll be waiting for you on our hill.

[caption #2474]

The wreck of the Falcon was

found a full year later,
in a distant land_

[caption #2475]
<A9>: I restored the craft, and then put it to rest down here.

[caption #2476]

<A4>: This is THE Falcon?

[caption #2477]
<A4>: I finally think we're gonna pull this off!<EOP>
<A6>: We can attack Kefka's tower from the air!<EOP>
<A4>: The Falcon's going to give us one last chance at that guy_

[caption #2478]
<A9>: But first we need to find our friends!

[caption #2479]
<A4>: Right.
First things first.
<D>For once I feel hopeful!

[caption #2480]
<A6>: Hey!
A bird!

[caption #2481]
<A6>: <A9>!
Follow that bird!<EOP>
<A9>: But why?<EOP>
<A6>: I_don't know_!
Something inside just tells me it's important_

[caption #2482]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2483]
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2484]
<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2485]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2486]
<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2487]

<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2488]

<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2489]

<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2490]

<C> QSSI
<C> WEHT

[caption #2491]

<C> DLRO
<C> WEHT

[caption #2492]

<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI

[caption #2493]

<C> ERAU
<C> WEHT

[caption #2494]

<C> DLRO
<C> WEHT

[caption #2495]

<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU

[caption #2496]

<C> ERAU
<C> QSSI

[caption #2497]

<C> DLRO
<C> QSSI

[caption #2498]

<C> DLRO
<C> ERAU

[caption #2499]

ERAUQS SI DLROW EHT

[caption #2500]

QSSI ERAUDL ROWEHT

[caption #2501]

QSSIRO DLERAUWEHT

[caption #2502]

DLROQSSIAU ERWEHT

[caption #2503]

DLROERAU QSSIWEHT

[caption #2504]

AUERDLRO QSSIWEHT

[caption #2505]

QSSIAU ERWEHTDLRO

[caption #2506]

ERAUQSSIWEHTDLRO

[caption #2507]

QSSIWEHT ERAUDLRO

[caption #2508]

WEHTQSSI ERAUDLRO

[caption #2509]

WEHT ERAUQSSIRO DL

[caption #2510]

ERAUWEHT QSSIRO DL

[caption #2511]

ERAUDLROHT WEQSSI

[caption #2512]

DLRO ERAUHT WEQSSI

[caption #2513]

DLROWEHT ERAUQSSI

[caption #2514]

WEHTDLRO ERAUQSSI

[caption #2515]

WEHTERAUDLROQSSI

[caption #2516]

ERAUWEHTDLROQSSI

[caption #2517]

QSSIDLROWEHTERAU

[caption #2518]

DLROQSSIWEHTERAU

[caption #2519]

DLROWEHTQSSIERAU

[caption #2520]

WEHTDLROQSSIERAU

[caption #2521]

WEHTQSSIDLROERAU

[caption #2522]

QSSIWEHTDLROERAU

[caption #2523]
The tombstone is blank.
Carve something?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2524]
Nothing appropriate comes to mind_

[caption #2525]
Letters have been carved here_

[caption #2526]

DLRO

[caption #2527]

ERAU

[caption #2528]

QSSI

[caption #2529]

WEHT

[caption #2530]

Find the [Exp. Egg] hidden

in a back room
in the 3rd basement_

[caption #2531]
A Knight came through here recently_
He was amazing! But his heart was full of chaos_<EOP>
When he can cope with his pain, he'll be the mightiest warrior alive.

[caption #2532]
I used to be a thief.
But one day I uncovered a secret so awesome, I had to run and hide!

[caption #2533]
I'm a former thief. My old accomplice used to mumble this in his sleep, [To the
right of the treasure chest_]

[caption #2534]
I used to be a thief. I climbed the tower of Kefka's followers, in spite of the
danger.<EOP>
But I got hurt, and had to turn back after the first treasure room_

[caption #2535]

A spell ago, some oddball came strolling through here.

Kept callin' people [thou.]

[caption #2536]
I've learned a lot about our new world from the thieves and travelers that have
come through here.<EOP>
What shall I talk about?<EOP>
<C> (Narshe)
<C> (The Veldt)
<C> (Doma Castle)
<C> (Nothing, thanks!)

[caption #2537]
You know that guy in Zozo who says,
[This place is dangerous!]?<EOP>
He's the only one guy in that town who tells the truth.
Maybe he can help you.

[caption #2538]
Your own past can be your worst enemy. Friends_family_gotta let 'em all go_

[caption #2539]
Could that have been you,
<A2>_?
You look so confused, maybe
you'd better go back home.

[caption #2540]
Recently Lola has been receiving a lot of letters.
Must be from that guy in Mobliz_?

[caption #2541]
LOLA: Look!
My boyfriend in Mobliz sent me all these flowers!<EOP>
They're all hand-made of silk. And these are letters he has written to me_

[caption #2542]
???
But wasn't Mobliz demolished by Kefka? Somebody else must have written
these_

[caption #2543]
Read the letter?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2544]
My beloved Lola,
We're still busy trying to rebuild this town_<EOP>
If all goes well I'll be able to come home to you soon_

[caption #2545]
_this handwriting_
It looks a lot like <A2>'s_ But where is he mailing them from?

[caption #2546]
LOLA: Could you please attach this reply to a carrier pigeon?<EOP>
Do this favor for Lola?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2547]
LOLA: Thank you.

[caption #2548]
LOLA: I hope his reply comes soon!

[caption #2549]
Silk flowers_
Beautifully made, too_

[caption #2550]
LOLA: I knew that these flowers and letters weren't sent by my boyfriend. I just
didn't want to admit it.<EOP>
I was lying to myself_
But I'm all right now.
As I read those letters_<EOP>
_the pain I felt in my heart became bearable_
I'm sure whoever wrote them has suffered greatly_ <D><EOP>
I wish I could meet him_

[caption #2551]
Actually, _

[caption #2552]
<A2>: Look to the future_
We have a lot of life left to live_

[caption #2553]
I feel like I have a future now! I'll take your words to heart_ <D>
I'll be okay.

[caption #2554]
<A2> exchanged the letters_

[caption #2555]

The world before the fall_

Delightful is the light of dawn_
Noble is the heart of man_ <E$1C><OP$12>

[caption #2556]
<A2>!!

[caption #2557]
<A2>: Hey!!
You're alive!?

[caption #2558]
<A2>_

[caption #2559]
<A2>: I shall go with you!
I shan't leave the world as it is!<EOP>
But how did you find me? <D>
W_wait!
Tell me you didn't read my letters_!!

[caption #2560]
<A2>: These_ <D>
they're_ <D>um_ <D>
Merely a diversion of mine_

[caption #2561]
<A2>.
These flowers are gorgeous!

[caption #2562]
<A2>: Mm_m_!?
This is an outrage_!

[caption #2563]
<A2>: Seriously?

[caption #2564]
<A2>: I learned of that poor girl when I passed through Maranda.<EOP>
When I heard that she sent a letter each day, but never received any replies_
Something inside me snapped_

[caption #2565]
<A2>: As I wrote to that girl, I realized I was very much like her.<EOP>
I was looking behind_full of despair. My eyes were closed_
And then something changed_

[caption #2566]
I bumped into Sir <A11> in Maranda. He said he had to become stronger if he
was to face Kefka.<EOP>
He probably returned to the Veldt.

[caption #2567]
Dear Lola,
I am writing to beg for your forgiveness. I am guilty of perpetuating a terrible
lie_<EOP>
I have only now realized the error of my ways. I hope I can correct a great
wrong.<EOP>
Your boyfriend, who you thought was in Mobliz, passed away some time ago. I
have been writing in his stead_<EOP>
We humans tend to allow the past to destroy our lives.
I implore you not to let this happen.<EOP>
It is time to look forward, to rediscover love, and embrace the beauty of
life.<EOP>

You have so much of life left to live_

<A2>

[caption #2568]
Locked!

[caption #2569]
W_why_
<D>A child could use this machine!
This is a joke! I'll never be afraid of machines again!<EOP>
Found [Machinery Manual]
__and__ <D>
[Book of Secrets.]

[caption #2570]
<A2>: No!
That's mine!!!

[caption #2571]
Found the key to <A2>'s treasure chest.

[caption #2572]
Shrouded in odd clothing,
_is this a man_?
_a woman_?
_or should we ask_?

[caption #2573]
CREATURE: I am <A12>, master of the simulacrum_<EOP>
My miming skills will astonish you.

[caption #2574]
<A12>: Yes_I have been idle for too long. If I deem you worthy, I'll mime your
actions in battle.<EOP>
But first you must tell me what you're doing here.

[caption #2575]
<A12>: What an unusual tale_<EOP>
But I sense that you're trying to help make things right again. This should be
fun.
When do we leave?

[caption #2576]
You're_coming with us?

[caption #2577]
Look at those wounds_

[caption #2578]
We can't do anything for her here.<EOP>
Let's take her back to Thamasa using the airship.

[caption #2579]

You were having a nightmare_

[caption #2580]
Let's rest here for a moment.

[caption #2581]
__

[caption #2582]
Are you okay?

[caption #2583]
<A8>: I'm still a bit groggy_
<D>But I'm okay. Interceptor always makes me happy!

[caption #2584]
<A3>: No need to worry. It's just a scratch.
<D>Also, he's gonna stand guard,
so you just relax.

[caption #2585]
We 3 recently went hunting on the Veldt. We saw some weird kid there dressed
all in hides_

[caption #2586]
You came to fetch me_
<D>But I won't be coming back_

<D>I want you, and the girl,

to live in a peaceful world_

[caption #2587]
Papa_?
<D>Where'd he go?
<D>Is he ever coming back?

[caption #2588]
For some reason he never came near when all 4 of us were together.

[caption #2589]
Reduce the number of people in your party if you want him to approach you.

[caption #2590]
In a forest north of the Veldt dwells a frightful dragon.<EOP>
I suppose no human could ever defeat it_but oh, how free we would be if
someone could_

[caption #2591]
<A1>!!

[caption #2592]
<A1>: You're all safe! <D> Behold_
A legendary relic that can restore life_

[caption #2593]

That looks like_ <D>

Magicite_<EOP>
<A1>: Correct!
Legend has it that ages ago the Phoenix was turned to stone_<EOP>
And many legends are based on facts_<EOP>
This has some major cracks in it though_
I fear it may have lost its power over time_

[caption #2594]
<A6>: <A1>_
That's for Rachel, isn't it_?

[caption #2595]
<A1>: I wasn't able to save Rachel_
I've lost all sense of purpose_<EOP>
My life will have no meaning until I can right this terrible wrong_

[caption #2596]
Will you come with us?
Only as far as Kohlingen_

[caption #2597]

The village of Kohlingen_ <E$FF><OP$12>

[caption #2598]
PATRIARCH: If only the Magicite didn't bear those deep cracks_
I think you've been wasting your time, young man!

[caption #2599]
<A1>: Rachel!!!

[caption #2600]
PATRIARCH: Uwaaaaaa!
The Magicite's gonna shatter!

[caption #2601]
RACHEL: <A1>_

[caption #2602]
No has pensado cambiar de mago blanco? Je je je_
Este trabajo es bastante rutinario_ haria lo que fuera por salir de aqui.

[caption #2603]
RACHEL: <A1>_
I've dreamed of seeing you.
I wanted to hear your voice.
<A1>: Rachel_<EOP>
RACHEL: The Phoenix has given me so little time_
I have to leave again soon_<EOP>

But I have something I must tell you_

[caption #2604]
<A1>: __<EOP>
RACHEL: <A1>_ <D>_ <D>
With you I was so happy_<EOP>
In the instant that the accident occurred, I thought only of you_ <D><EOP>
And about the joy you brought me. Thank you, <A1>_
I'll never forget you_ <D>

[caption #2605]
<A1>: RACHEL!!!!<EOP>
RACHEL: I have to go now_ <D>
_I'll always love you_<EOP>
You must now cast off the anguish you've been harboring inside for so long_
Today I set your heart free.<EOP>
You must learn to love yourself again, and regain your self respect.<EOP>
__ <D>Phoenix!
Be reborn again!!
And give your power_to <A1>!!

[caption #2606]
<A1>: Rachel!!!!

[caption #2607]
<A6>: <A1>_

[caption #2608]
<A1>: Thanks, I'm okay_ <D>
I feel lighter than air_
From here on_ <D><EOP>
I'll be all right.
Let's go!
We have work to do!!

[caption #2609]
<A6>: What's up?

[caption #2610]

[X-Potion]!<EOP>

[Fenix Down]!<EOP>

[X-Ether]!<EOP>

[Elixir]!<EOP>

[Flame Shld]!<EOP>

[ValiantKnife]!

[caption #2611]
<A1>: The treasures of the Phoenix Cave!

[caption #2612]
<A1>: Right, let's move out! We have an appointment with Kefka!

[caption #2613]
Have you heard of something called the Exp. Egg?
Huh? Have ya?<EOP>
Long ago it was buried in a tomb to the west.

[caption #2614]
Split up into 2 parties.
Use the Y Button to switch between groups.

[caption #2615]
PICKPOCKET: Eh!?
What're you doing here? <D>
Doesn't matter, really_
nothing left anyway_<EOP>
There's only one Moogle still around, and only a treasure hunter could pick that
lock_

[caption #2616]
ESPER: You HUMANS freed me from that prison of ice?
You possess Magicite?!
Who are you?!<EOP>

I sense war and destruction_

Could that stupid war possibly have lasted a thousand years?<EOP>
I can tell that you want to put a stop to the madness_
Let's see if you are worthy!

[caption #2617]

Received the Magicite

[Tritoch!]

[caption #2618]
There's an opening in the cliff. Hop into it?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2619]
MOG: Kupoppo! You're alive!
I thought you were all feeding the worms, kupo!
Kupohoho! Let's go!

[caption #2620]
Mog: Que gran aventura, kupo! <EOP>
Ojala me asignaran a mi una expedicion, kupo!

[caption #2621]
Kupo!!!

Don't scare me like that!

[caption #2622]
Art that evokes the end of the world is popular now.

[caption #2623]
Say_you look like_
_aren't you_Maria?! <D>
Sorry, my mistake_

[caption #2624]
See anything you want?
The auction's about to start!<EOP>
<C> (Bid on items!)
<C> (Another time.)

[caption #2625]
If you want to participate in the bidding, talk to the man near the entrance.

[caption #2626]
Didn't get anything today, eh?!

[caption #2627]
Here's a splendid chest.
Inside is_

[caption #2628]

Some [Cherub Down]!<EOP>

Do I hear 500 GP?!

[caption #2629]

Bought some [Cherub Down]!

[caption #2630]

A [Cure Ring]!<EOP>

Do I hear 1500 GP?!

[caption #2631]

Bought a [Cure Ring]!

[caption #2632]

A [Hero Ring]!<EOP>

Do I hear 3000 GP?!

[caption #2633]

Bought a [Hero Ring]!

[caption #2634]

A [Zephyr Cape]!<EOP>

Do I hear 3000 GP?!

[caption #2635]
Bought a [Zephyr Cape]!

[caption #2636]
Today's auction is over.

[caption #2637]
Well, how 'bout it?

[caption #2638]
<C> Buy it for 3000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2639]
Ho, ho, ho_
There's nothing I can't buy!

[caption #2640]
<C> Buy it for 5000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2641]
<C> Buy it for 30000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2642]
<C> Buy it for 40000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2643]
<C> Buy it for 60000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2644]
<C> Buy it for 7000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2645]
<C> Buy it for 8000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2646]

<C> Buy it for 12000 GP.

<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2647]
<C> Buy it for 15000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2648]
<C> Buy it for 18000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2649]
Arrrgh!
I HATE it when that happens!

[caption #2650]
<C> Buy it for 10000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2651]
<C> Buy it for 50000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2652]
Are there any more bids?

[caption #2653]
<C> Buy it for 20000 GP.
<C> I'll pass_

[caption #2654]

8000 GP!

[caption #2655]

12000 GP!

[caption #2656]

15000 GP!

[caption #2657]

18000 GP!

[caption #2658]

10000 GP!

[caption #2659]

30000 GP!

[caption #2660]

40000 GP!

[caption #2661]

60000 GP!

[caption #2662]

20000 GP!

[caption #2663]

50000 GP!

[caption #2664]

70000 GP!

[caption #2665]

How about 100000 GP?!

[caption #2666]

10 GP!

[caption #2667]

50 GP!

[caption #2668]

100 GP!

[caption #2669]

500 GP!

[caption #2670]

1000 GP!

[caption #2671]

1500 GP!

[caption #2672]

2000 GP!

[caption #2673]

3000 GP!

[caption #2674]

4000 GP!

[caption #2675]

5000 GP!

[caption #2676]

7000 GP!

[caption #2677]
In a world like this you have to keep an open mind.

[caption #2678]
This is the Auction House.
Bunch of rich yokels inside_

[caption #2679]

Yes!
Now I'll be able to go play at the art-lover's house again!

[caption #2680]
Every once in a while something very rare is sold here_

[caption #2681]
The house to the north belongs to Owzer. He's a collector of fine paintings.

[caption #2682]

A still-life of flowers.<EOP>

They almost look alive_

[caption #2683]

Picture of an old urn.

[caption #2684]

Looks like a treasure chest.

[caption #2685]

A lamp, maybe?

[caption #2686]

This looks ancient_

[caption #2687]

Ah! Some armor.

[caption #2688]

Emperor Gestahl's portrait.

[caption #2689]

Picture of a lovely lady.

[caption #2690]
Owzer sought out a highly skilled artist to come and paint for him.

[caption #2691]
I saw the Emperor recently! <D>
A painting of him, that is_
It's in Owzer's house.

[caption #2692]

The people here love the opera!

[caption #2693]
Lately I've seen a lot of carrier pigeons flying towards Maranda. Who can be
sending all the letters?

[caption #2694]
The other day I read Owzer's diary. It was just laying there!

[caption #2695]
A while ago a little girl entered the art-collector's house_

[caption #2696]
T_that was a spirit!

[caption #2697]
I went up to talk to Owzer,
but he's nowhere to be found.

[caption #2698]
The world's so different now_

[caption #2699]

Received the
[Emperor's Letter.]<EOP>

The letter reads as follows:<EOP>

The treasure is hidden where the mountains form a star_

[caption #2700]
<A8>: The stone_!
Won't you take the stone?!

[caption #2701]

Looks awfully familiar_

[caption #2702]

Stay_away_
<D6>

[caption #2703]

Emperor Gestahl's portrait.

[caption #2704]
It's Owzer's diary_<EOP>
Read it?
<C> Yes

<C> No

[caption #2705]
<C> (Read the next page.)
<C> (Read it later.)

[caption #2706]
Just spent an absolute fortune. It's my largest painting yet,
so I won't be able to put it with the others.<EOP>
I'll decide later where to display it.

[caption #2707]
An artist came from Zozo today. He wanted me to see his work. What a waste
of time.

[caption #2708]
Bought a new stairway lamp at the Item Shop. Expensive, but one flip of the
switch and everything's bright and cheery.

[caption #2709]
I invited over an artist from Kohlingen. About as talented as a bucket_

[caption #2710]
Something's happening to me.
It started when I had that picture painted_<EOP>
And I've started hearing odd noises coming from downstairs.

[caption #2711]

The diary ends here_

[caption #2712]
OWZER: <A8>_
Please, come back soon_
cough_wheeze.

[caption #2713]
OWZER: P_please_ <D>
Help that painting!!<EOP>
[The painting!?]<EOP>
OWZER: It's_there's a monster hiding in my prized painting of a goddess_
[A monster?!]<EOP>
OWZER: Yes_
And now it's nearly impossible to get it to show itself_

[caption #2714]
CHADARNOOK: G'fu, fu, fu_ <D>
Who're these numbskulls?<EOP>
No one_NO ONE_is going to remove me from this fine new painting!!

[caption #2715]
OWZER: No! Noooo!
You can't ruin this painting of my revered goddess!

Aim only for the monster!!

[caption #2716]
<A8>: Ahhhhh!!<EOP>
OWZER: <A8>!
We can't attack this masterpiece! It would be inexcusable!

[caption #2717]
<A8>: Hey!
Relax! The monster croaked!

[caption #2718]
OWZER: Thanks for saving the day! This picture's more precious to me than my
own life!<EOP>
<A8>: Huh?!
What are you talking about?

[caption #2719]
[Now_what was a monster doing in that picture?!]<EOP>
OWZER: It all started when I bought a stone at the Auction House.<EOP>
I took one look at it and suddenly felt I needed a portrait of Starlet.<EOP>
I asked several artists, but none could muster enough skill.<EOP>
It was then that I heard about <A8>'s amazing ability.
I brought her here, and put her to work.<EOP>
But while she was painting, that thing came along_ <D>
It must have been enticed here by that stone.

[caption #2720]
Where is the stone_?<EOP>
OWZER: The stone? <D>
Over on that bookshelf.

[caption #2721]
OWZER: Hey, not that.
That's priceless!!<EOP>
But_seeing as you saved my hide, I'll give it to you as well.

[caption #2722]
[This is Magicite_]<EOP>
OWZER: Phew. I don't need any more bad luck. Just take it and go!

[caption #2723]
OWZER: The stone in question is in the middle of the shelf.

[caption #2724]
You're gonna love this!<EOP>
Doom Gaze can't restore his HP after battle!
Just keep fighting him, and in time you'll defeat him!

[caption #2725]
First time I've been here_
This ain't the kinda place a poor person usually comes!

[caption #2726]
Okay! <D>
Here's our next item!

[caption #2727]

The Magicite, [ZoneSeek]!<EOP>

Who'll give me 500 GP?

[caption #2728]

The Magicite, [Golem]!<EOP>

Who'll give me 1000 GP?

[caption #2729]
This is astounding!
A real, talking Chocobo!!<EOP>

Do I hear 1000 GP?

[caption #2730]

1/1200 of an airship!<EOP>

Do I hear 5000 GP?

[caption #2731]
You're not gonna believe this! Quality, high-tech merchandise!
An [Imp Robot]!!<EOP>

Do I hear 5 GP?

[caption #2732]

Received the Magicite

[Starlet.]

[caption #2733]
CHILD: Papa!!
I want that! Please!

[caption #2734]
PAPA: No, you don't!
Now, pipe down!

[caption #2735]
CHILD: I want it_I want it!
Buy it! <D>Pretty please!!

[caption #2736]

PAPA: Ho, ho, ho_All right!

But just this once! And_ <D>_ <D>
Keep it a secret from Mama!

[caption #2737]
CHILD: Yahoo!!!
Thanks, Papa! Yahoo!

[caption #2738]
PAPA: 500000 GP!

[caption #2739]
G'huh?! 500000 GP?!

[caption #2740]
PAPA: 1000000 GP!

[caption #2741]
WHAT?! 1000000 GP?!

[caption #2742]
Sold, to this lucky person.
Take it away, please!

[caption #2743]
PAPA: Well, we have our treat for the day. Let's go home!<EOP>

CHILD: Yahoo! Yippy!!!!

[caption #2744]
Well, that's all for today!
Come back again real soon!

[caption #2745]
Papa!
Let's buy lot's of stuff today, too!

[caption #2746]
Oh, how could I refuse those cute little eyes?! Ho, ho, ho_

[caption #2747]

Not enough money_

[caption #2748]
OWZER:
What a tremendous gift!<EOP>
This young lady's pictures just might help salvage this rotting world of ours!
<EOP>
[We need to take <A8> with us!]<EOP>
She might just be our only chance to restore the sunny days of our not-toodistant past!

[caption #2749]

OWZER: Cough_hack_
<A8>: Old man! <D>
Are you all right?!<EOP>
OWZER: You think things will ever be as they were?<EOP>
[_We don't know_]
but if we don't try_
OWZER: We'll lose everything_<EOP>
[We haven't much time.
We need <A8>'s help now_]

[caption #2750]
OWZER: Let me at least hug her
<D>one last time_

[caption #2751]
OWZER: <A8>_
<D>Cough_Hackack_
Will you come back some day?<EOP>
And paint me another of your masterpieces?

[caption #2752]
<A8>: I'll come back.
OWZER: Thank you_
Such a nice girl!

[caption #2753]

<A8>: I have to go!

But fear not, I'll be back to finish this painting!<EOP>
OWZER: I'll be waiting for you!

[caption #2754]

Received the Magicite

[ZoneSeek.]

[caption #2755]

Received the Magicite

[Golem.]

[caption #2756]

My beloved_
<D>We'll always be together_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2757]
I'm Curley!

[caption #2758]
I'm Larry.

[caption #2759]

I'm Moe!

[caption #2760]
We're the 3 Dream Stooges!

[caption #2761]
This man's soul is ours!

[caption #2762]
Today we dine well!!!

[caption #2763]
[WAIT!!!]

[caption #2764]
Back off!
I'm not gonna mess with ya unless my brothers are here!
See ya!

[caption #2765]
Good, everyone's here!
Let's rumble!

[caption #2766]

Please_

<D>Save my husband_
<D>Save <A2>_

[caption #2767]
Where are we?!

[caption #2768]

We're inside_
<D><A2>'s soul_

[caption #2769]

My husband_ <D><A2> continues to torture himself_<EOP>

He failed to defend Doma_

<D>The world's slowly dying_
<D>and then there's his family_

[caption #2770]

A beast known as Wrexsoul is taking advantage of him.

[caption #2771]
Wrexsoul is a composite monster, made up of wretched spirits who were
dispatched in meaningless wars.

[caption #2772]

They're wreaking havoc on Papa!

Please help him!!

[caption #2773]

Please_ <D>help <A2>_<EOP>

Papa doesn't deserve this_!

[caption #2774]
Papa_fishing is boring! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2775]
This is part of your training. We must all learn patience. <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2776]
I love fishing! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2777]
Excellent concentration!
<D>With a little more practice,
you'll be Doma's best fencer! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2778]

Yippee! Papa praised me!

<D>I'm gonna go tell Mama! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2779]
Sweetheart__
<D>Do you love me? <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2780]
What do you want from me?
<D>A soldier doesn't say things like that! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2781]
I__I_loveth <D>you.
<D>_More than anything_ <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2782]
I heard that! Yipee!
<D>[I loveth you_I loveth you_]
<D>Papa loves Mama! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #2783]
Owain!! Hush!! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2784]
You must be Wrexsoul!
<D>We want <A2> back!!

[caption #2785]
I heard that! <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2786]
You're too late! <D>
His pain has reached critical mass! Nothing can stop his feelings of rage and
despair!<EOP>
I grow stronger now, with his anger, <D>hatred <D>and guilt!
And I hunger for_ <D>you!

[caption #2787]
<A2>: Thanks be to you.

[caption #2788]
<A2>: I heard my wife and children calling out to me!<EOP>
Their voices finally gave me the strength and courage to come to grips with my
own suffering.

[caption #2789]

Thank you, my love_ <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2790]

Papa's strong!!! <E$09><OP$12>

[caption #2791]
<A2>: No_
<D>I didn't do anything_
<D>then_ <D>and I can't now_ <D>
<D>I'm a man with no honor_

[caption #2792]

No!
<D>You have entirely too much_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2793]

Papa_
<D>We love you! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2794]

We'll always be <D>at your side_ <E$05><OP$12>

[caption #2795]
<A2>: Elayne and Owain live on in my heart.<EOP>
I must leave the past behind.
<D>I have much to live for_

[caption #2796]

<A2>'s soul cleared itself of all doubt and confusion.

[caption #2797]

<A2>'s swordsmanship attained its peak level of skill.

[caption #2798]

Received the Magicite

[Alexandr.]

[caption #2799]
Memorize the positions.
This knowledge might save you.

[caption #2800]

Received [Lump of Metal.]

[caption #2801]
<A5>: You don't suppose_
<A11>, could this be your father?<EOP>
<A11>: Uooo_

[caption #2802]

<A5>: Come on,

<A11>.
It's true, right?
<A11>: _fffatherrr_?<EOP>
<A5>: Yes.
This is definitely your father.<EOP>
<A11>: __???
_<A11>'s_father?!
Oooogauooooo!

[caption #2803]
<A5>: Right!!
Let's go tell your father the news!<EOP>
He needs to know you're his son!

[caption #2804]
<A5>: Just a minute_
We can't just go there with you looking like this.<EOP>
<A5>: I know!
Let's go to Jidoor and give you a make-over!

[caption #2805]
<A5>: No, <A11>!
Don't eat with your fingers!

[caption #2806]

<A11>: Yaoooo_

[caption #2807]
<A5>: Don't say [Yaoooo] when you mean [Yes!]

[caption #2808]
<A11>: Ho!

[caption #2809]
<A5>: __

[caption #2810]
<A0>: How do you like these?
Wait! What about those?<EOP>
Hm_oh well_

[caption #2811]
<A0>: Did you say something?
[N_no! Nothing_
_Uh huh_]

[caption #2812]
<A6>: Which is it gonna be? Oh! This is nice_but_
Do you think it becomes <A11>?<EOP>
Well_

[caption #2813]
<A6>: What?!
[_Nothing_]

[caption #2814]
<A2>: What a jaunty hat!
[Not at_]

[caption #2815]
<A2>: Wait a minute!
Where's the hat?
[__]

[caption #2816]
<A5>: This is it!
Me go to funeral?
<A5>: Perfect!
Functional yet sporty! Done!<EOP>
[I don't think_]

[caption #2817]
<A9>: Phew!
Completely lacking in fashion_<EOP>
<A9>: Excuse me, sir.
Could you order some clothes like the ones I'm wearing?<EOP>
Impossible!

<A9>! How dare you think of sticking him in that kinda getup?!

[caption #2818]
<A4>: I got it!
A tuxedo, silk hat_and_
_a rose in his teeth!

[caption #2819]
<A1>: I think that's overdoing it just a bit_
He should have a bandana on his head!

[caption #2820]
<A4>: What's so great about a bandana? Most of the time I see 'em tied
around dogs at the beach!

[caption #2821]
<A1>: HEY!
What do you mean by that?

[caption #2822]
<A5>: Okay, <A11>?
Now, any father'd be glad to have a son like you!
<A11>: Hooo_

[caption #2823]
<A5>: Excuse me, Sir.
AGED MAN: Who'n blazes 'r you? <D>

Oh! The repairman!<EOP>

<A5>: Sir_
You_had a son, right?
You with me!?

[caption #2824]
<A5>: Now, Sir_ <D>
AGED MAN: Oh! Yes!
I'd like you to make those repairs on the double!<EOP>
<A5>: Sir_
You_had a son, right?
You with me!?

[caption #2825]
AGED MAN: _son?
<A5>: Right.
The truth is, he's alive!
Come here, <A11>!

[caption #2826]
<A11>: Fffatherrr_

[caption #2827]
AGED MAN: What is this?!
What's with this [son] business? I never had a son!

[caption #2828]
AGED MAN: But now that you mention it, I once had a terrible dream. <D> In it,
a demon-child was born!<EOP>
I grabbed the creature, and rushed off to the Veldt with it_
<D>It was crying like crazy when I arrived on the Veldt.<EOP>
<A5>: But, Sir_!

[caption #2829]
AGED MAN: I left the child there_ <D>
And without looking back,
I turned and started to run.<EOP>
<A5>: I'm trying to tell you_

[caption #2830]
AGED MAN: Suddenly the crying stopped. I turned around and saw a frightful
monster_<EOP>
Hideous! Still gives me the shakes.
<A5>: I give up_

[caption #2831]
AGED MAN: But you, young man, your parents must be proud of you! I still
have dreams of that demon child_<EOP>
Frightening_

[caption #2832]
<A5>: Why! You old_
He's completely lost his mind!
<A11>, I'm gonna clobber him!!

[caption #2833]
<A11>: Uwaooo_ooooo_

[caption #2834]
AGED MAN: Eh?
Say, is everything fixed yet?

[caption #2835]
AGED MAN: The repairman,
at last!<EOP>
[Uh, no.
I was wondering if you knew anything about Emperor Gestahl's map_]<EOP>
AGED MAN: Map_?! <D>
Everyone's askin' 'bout that map!<EOP>
Pardon?!<EOP>
AGED MAN: Little while ago, some guy wearin' a bandana asked for the map.
So I told him!<EOP>
W_where is it?

[caption #2836]
AGED MAN: It's where the mountains form a star-shape!<EOP>
You should have just come out and asked me.
No need to be shy!

[caption #2837]

AGED MAN: Got it?!

Where the mountains form the shape of a star!

[caption #2838]
<A5>: I_I'm sorry_

[caption #2839]
<A11>: Fffatherrr_alive_
H_ <D>a_ <D>p_ <D>p_ <D>y_

[caption #2840]
__Not enough money.

[caption #2841]
HP and MP recovered,
and status ailments, like Poison,
cured!

[caption #2842]
First time I've been back in a while, and the village looks trashed.
What on earth happened?

[caption #2843]
I am Gungho.
Warrior extraordinaire from the town of Thamasa.

[caption #2844]
<A7>: G_Gungho?!

[caption #2845]
If you're looking for the man dressed all in black, he left for the colosseum.

[caption #2846]
One day, a man working for an aristocrat in Jidoor came and took that young
woman back with him!

[caption #2847]
I saw a monster floating in the sky! It looked just like a fish.

[caption #2848]
All the fun places are gone now.

[caption #2849]
For the first time in 50 years, Ebot's Rock is above water!
Head north of town if you want to see it.

[caption #2850]
GUNGHO: Is that you,
<A7>?
Have you come back to hunt Hidon?

[caption #2851]
I've got <A7> on my side now, but what a monumental bag of hot air!

[caption #2852]
GUNGHO: He'll never change.
That's who he is!

[caption #2853]
When you were younger you hunted Hidon, the legendary monster. But you
quit before you found it_

[caption #2854]
<A7>: I didn't really quit!<EOP>
It's just that, well, the monster lives only on Ebot's Rock, which has been
submerged for some time.<EOP>
GUNGHO: You never could give me an honest answer.

[caption #2855]
GUNGHO: What a buffoon!!

[caption #2856]
MAYOR: It's only been a year
since the world changed_
But it feels like forever.

[caption #2857]
<A8>: Yea!! We're back!<EOP>
It's like old times!

[caption #2858]
<A7>: Time to relax!
<D>Home sweet home!

[caption #2859]
<A8>: This is terrible!
Gungho's hurt!

[caption #2860]
<A7>: Gungho, wake up!

[caption #2861]
<A7>: Who did this to you?<EOP>
GUNGHO: It was_Hidon, the beast you and I used to hunt.
I almost had it_

[caption #2862]
GUNGHO: Oooh_cough, cough_

[caption #2863]
GUNGHO: <A7>_
Please_you must avenge me_

[caption #2864]
<A7>: You took on Hidon_?

[caption #2865]
<A8>: Gramps!
Why are you hesitating!

[caption #2866]
<A7>: Well_ <D>I spent my
youth chasing that creature.
To do it again at this age is more than I bargained for.

[caption #2867]
<A7>: Gungho_
rest easy, I'll do it for you!

[caption #2868]
<A8>: Just a minute!
You don't think you're going alone, do you?

[caption #2869]
<A7>: I spent too many years of my life hunting that thing. It is my obsession,
not yours.

[caption #2870]
<A8>: But Grandpa!
This [obsession] of yours could easily slay you!<EOP>
You're my Grandfather.
I can't just sit idly by and watch you go.

[caption #2871]
<A7>: Sorry, <A8>.
I'm so grateful that you care!<EOP>
But as its name implies, the Hidon is extremely difficult to find.<EOP>
Unless I go alone, it will not show itself.

[caption #2872]
<A7>: Next stop,
Ebot's Rock.

[caption #2873]
<A8>: Phew_

[caption #2874]
TREASURE: I'm hungry!<EOP>
Hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry
hungry hungry hungry!!<EOP>
Feed me! <D>
Otherwise, I won't let you by!

[caption #2875]
Skinflint!
Git outta here!

[caption #2876]
You must have more than one of those!

[caption #2877]
I'm not happy unless I have plenty to eat!

[caption #2878]
Munch <D>munch <D>munch <D>
Muurp_that was great. <D>
Bring me some more!!

[caption #2879]
Munch <D>munch <D>munch <D>
G'nnnaa! What a feast!
I'm stuffed. Completely full!

[caption #2880]
I like to eat [Coral]!
Have any?<EOP>
Hand over some [Coral]?
<C>(Sure.)
<C>(I don't think so.)

[caption #2881]

Received a piece of [Coral.]

[caption #2882]

Received 2 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2883]

Received 3 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2884]

Received 5 pieces of [Coral.]

[caption #2885]
TREASURE: Bluuurp! Whew!

[caption #2886]
TREASURE: Oh, yeah,
you wanna pass through here, right?

[caption #2887]
TREASURE: Eh!!
What the_!

[caption #2888]
<A7>: That's Hidon!

[caption #2889]
<A7>: I did it!
I_I_
<D>I actually beat Hidon!

[caption #2890]
<A7>: I have to tell Gungho he is avenged!

[caption #2891]
<A7>: Gungho_!

[caption #2892]
GUNGHO: What's all the hullabaloo?!<EOP>
<A7>: Listen to me!
I DEFEATED Hidon!

[caption #2893]
GUNGHO: You WHAT?!
You b_beat Hidon?!
<D>You're lying! LYING!

[caption #2894]
<A8>: No, he's not!
He really defeated Hidon.

[caption #2895]
<A7>: Ho, ho, ho!
If I didn't know better, I'd say that Hidon wasn't my only enemy!

[caption #2896]
GUNGHO: I don't believe this.
This has to be a joke!
<A7>: Ho, ho, ho!!<EOP>
<A7>: _by the way, how are your wounds healing, Gungho?

[caption #2897]
GUNGHO: Eh?
<D>Oh, they're fine_

[caption #2898]

That evening__

[caption #2899]
<A7>: There I was, in a cave that seemed endless. Then, before I knew it,
Hidon appeared!

[caption #2900]
<A7>: I stared Hidon straight in the eye, lifted my staff, and let him have it!
<EOP>

G'Pow!!<EOP>

Thwack!!<EOP>

Crash!!

[caption #2901]
<A7>: I wanted to show my enemy the true meaning of the word, [hero]!

[caption #2902]
<A7>: And then__ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #2903]
<A8>: What happened to Grandpa?<EOP>
GUNGHO: Huh?
Finally! He nodded off.

[caption #2904]
GUNGHO: However_ <D>
Let's let him be!
He's nice and_quiet_
Now, about my [wounds]_

[caption #2905]
<A8>: Wait!
First let me thank you.<EOP>

You gave Grandpa a reason to go and defeat something that had tormented
him for decades!<EOP>
Even if YOU were faking, that creature meant business!

[caption #2906]
GUNGHO: What a granddaughter he's raised! Amazing!<EOP>
<A8>: And what a terrible actor you are!

[caption #2907]
<A8>: Only <A7> could have been taken in by that performance!

[caption #2908]
GUNGHO: Everything okay?

[caption #2909]
GUNGHO: Hidon's appeared at Ebot's Rock again!

[caption #2910]
During the past year I've traveled the world over.<EOP>
Wanna hear some of my stories?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2911]
North of the Veldt is a small, triangular island.

[caption #2912]

The island is home to a monster that could suck up an entire ocean.<EOP>

What do you suppose might happen if it sucked you inside? That much I don't
know!

[caption #2913]
GUNGHO: What the_!

[caption #2914]
This is Figaro, the desert castle.

[caption #2915]
Wait!

[caption #2916]
Hey! Oh, it's you.
Proceed.

[caption #2917]
Figaro and the Empire are allies!

[caption #2918]
Figaro Castle is the most modern structure in the world!

[caption #2919]
It doesn't look like it, but this castle incorporates some of the most high-tech
devices in existence. For example, _

[caption #2920]
Oops_they're all top-secret!

[caption #2921]
You've seen it, haven't you?

[caption #2922]
Eh?__
Who <E$01>might <E$01>you <E$01>be?

[caption #2923]
<A1>: This is the pits.
We'd better hightail it southward, to Figaro.

[caption #2924]
This is the frozen Esper_

[caption #2925]
GUARD: We won't hand over the Esper!!

[caption #2926]
GUARD: Whelk! Get them!

[caption #2927]
Scram, you blockhead.

[caption #2928]
Back to your post.

[caption #2929]
Time's up?
Good! I'll take a break!

[caption #2930]
I'm not buying anything!

[caption #2931]
The Empire has taken possession here.

[caption #2932]
A detached force is making its way toward Narshe.
We'll link up with them soon.

[caption #2933]
That clown, Kefka, is on the verge of invading Narshe.

[caption #2934]
DUNCAN'S WIFE: I'm sure there's a hidden passage under the rich man's house.
Find the room that's drafty.

[caption #2935]
MERCHANT: You're that thief,
<A1>, aren't you?<EOP>

<A1>: Hey!
Call me a treasure hunter,
or I'll rip your lungs out!

[caption #2936]
MERCHANT: Sorry!

[caption #2937]
MERCHANT: Look!
As luck would have it, I'm fresh out of merchandise!<EOP>
<C>(I'm gonna pound your face!)
<C>(Guess I'm out of luck!)

[caption #2938]
MERCHANT: Thanks to the Empire, my business is up!

[caption #2939]
Peace has been restored, but my husband never returned.

[caption #2940]
You say peace is really here to stay?

[caption #2941]
There's nothing like being free!

[caption #2942]

Now I can relax and drink my cider.

[caption #2943]
Need a rest?
<C>(Yes)
<C>(No)

[caption #2944]
Kue!!

[caption #2945]
<C>(Ride a chocobo?)
<C>(Not yet.)

[caption #2946]
Recovery spring

[caption #2947]

The three have reached Narshe,

and a decisive battle is about to
take place_

[caption #2948]

Recibes [<I>]!

[caption #2949]

Aprendez [<S>]!

[caption #2950]

Found <N> GP!

[caption #2951]

Vacio!

[caption #2952]
80 GP per night!
Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2953]
Good mattress for 150 GP!
Stay a while?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2954]

You can stay for 250 GP.

Well?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2955]

Choose a scenario_kupo!

[caption #2956]
Right.
We're going in!

[caption #2957]
Chocobo ride for 80 GP.
Hop aboard?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2958]
Chocobo ride for 150 GP.
Hop aboard?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2959]

Monster-in-a-box! <D4>

[caption #2960]
Use the crane to go down?
<C> Yes
<C> No

[caption #2961]
The Statues are up ahead_

[caption #2962]
Divide into 3 groups.
Use the Y Button to switch
between them.

[caption #2963]
<A0>: General Leo_
I believe I understand what you're trying to say.

[caption #2964]
<A1>: As long as there're people who need to be protected, I'll fight!

[caption #2965]
<A2>: What an amazing device!

[caption #2966]
<A3>: __

[caption #2967]
<A4>: If something happens to me, all the world's women will grieve!

[caption #2968]
<A5>: Riiiiiight!

[caption #2969]
<A6>: I'm glad I made it this far_I feel I have a lot to live for_

[caption #2970]
<A7>: Hey everyone!
Let me see the light in your eyes! The old man, here, hasn't given up yet!

[caption #2971]
<A8>: Let's do it!
Let's go get that madman!

[caption #2972]
<A9>: Something good will come of it all!

[caption #2973]
A piece of Magicite popped out of Doom Gaze's mouth!

[caption #2974]

Received the Magicite

[Bahamut.]

[caption #2975]
<A4>: It's time to break into Kefka's domain!

[caption #2976]
<A9>: What's wrong?
<A6>__

[caption #2977]
<A6>: The Statues give the Espers the magical energy they need to live.
If we destroy the Statues_

[caption #2978]
<A4>: What'll happen?

[caption #2979]
<A6>: I'm really not sure,
but_

[caption #2980]
<A6>: The Espers, and magic, too, will cease to exist.

[caption #2981]
<A7>: The Espers_and magic, too, will most definitely disappear from this
world.

[caption #2982]
<A4>: And then_

[caption #2983]
<A6>: What will happen to _
<A0>_?

[caption #2984]

Welcome, friends!

[caption #2985]
I knew you'd make it here, so
I've prepared some suitable
entertainment for you!

[caption #2986]
How long are you going to let the destruction continue?<EOP>
KEFKA: I've tapped into the ultimate power. Observe_!

[caption #2987]

KEFKA: Such magnificent power!

You are like insects to me!

[caption #2988]
KEFKA: I will exterminate everyone, and everything!

[caption #2989]
People will keep rebuilding the things you take from them!

[caption #2990]
KEFKA: Then I'll destroy those too. Why do people rebuild things they know are
going to be destroyed?<EOP>
Why do people cling to life when they know they can't live forever?<EOP>
Think how meaningless each of your lives is!

[caption #2991]
It's not the net result of one's life that's important!<EOP>
It's the day-to-day concerns, the personal victories, and the celebration of
life_and love!

[caption #2992]
It's enough if people are able to experience the joy that each day can bring!

[caption #2993]
KEFKA: And have you found your [joy], in this nearly dead world of ours?

[caption #2994]

Yes!

[caption #2995]
<A0>: I know what love is_!

[caption #2996]
<A1>: And I have learned to celebrate life_and the living.

[caption #2997]
<A2>: My family lives on inside of me.

[caption #2998]
<A3>: I know what friendship is_ and family_

[caption #2999]
<A4>: It is my dream to build a kingdom in which I can guarantee freedom,
and dignity.

[caption #3000]
<A5>: I have come to experience anew the love of my brother!

[caption #3001]
<A6>: I've met someone who can accept me for what I am.

[caption #3002]
<A7>: I have a special little Granddaughter!

[caption #3003]
<A8>: And I have a brave Grandpa who'll stand by me through it all.

[caption #3004]
<A9>: My friend's airship_
and her love!

[caption #3005]
<A10>: I have my friends here!

[caption #3006]
<A11>: You my friends!
Me uwaooo all of you!

[caption #3007]
KEFKA: This is sickening_
You sound like chapters from a self-help booklet!
Prepare yourselves!

[caption #3008]
KEFKA: Now, for my next trick, I will make you all_disappear!

[caption #3009]
Kefka, you don't know what you're doing! Stop!

[caption #3010]

KEFKA: I command the greatest

power in the universe!
You are all helpless before me!

[caption #3011]
KEFKA: I will destroy everything_
I will create a monument to non-existence!

[caption #3012]
Life will go on!
There will always be people,
and dreams!

[caption #3013]
KEFKA: No!
I will hunt them down.
I will destroy it all!
Destroy! Destroy! Destroy!!

[caption #3014]
We will not allow you to harm another living thing.

[caption #3015]
KEFKA: Hee, hee, hee!!
But what fun is destruction if no [precious] lives are lost!

[caption #3016]
It's over, Kefka!

[caption #3017]
KEFKA: Oh!
But it hasn't yet begun!
And I'm giving you a front-row seat!

[caption #3018]
It's breaking up!

[caption #3019]
There's no time to lose!
Airship's just ahead.

[caption #3020]
<A6>: <A0>!
What's wrong?

[caption #3021]
<A4>: The Espers_
They no longer exist_

[caption #3022]
<A0>: Come with me.
I can lead you out with my last ounce of strength.

[caption #3023]
<A6>: Come on, everybody!
We have to work together!

[caption #3024]
The Magicite_<EOP>
Magic is disappearing from this world_

[caption #3025]
<A6>: You mean <A0> too?

[caption #3026]
<A0>!!!!

[caption #3027]
<A0>: Everyone's calling me.

[caption #3028]
<A6>: <A0>!
You're back!

[caption #3029]
<A0>: Come with me! <E$03><OP$12>

[caption #3030]

<A4>: The last piece of Magicite! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3031]
<A6>: <A0>!
It's okay!
Your power! It's fading_ <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3032]
<A6>: <A0>,
your strength is going! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3033]
<A4>: Follow her! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #3034]
<A9>: Leave it to me! <E$02><OP$12>

[caption #3035]

Do it right, Katarin_! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3036]

Gotta hang in there_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3037]

_for a while longer_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3038]
Just a little longer_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3039]
Where's <A0>!? <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3040]
<A6>: <A0>! <E$04><OP$12>

[caption #3041]
<A0>: Thank you,
<A9>! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3042]
<A9>: Didn't I say it before?! This is the world's fastest ship! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3043]

<A4>: <A2>!
Think you can handle that switch?! <E$0A><OP$12><EOP>

<A2>: Machines_
I HATE machines! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3044]
<A2>: You just have to show technology who's boss!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3045]
<A9>: Wait! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3046]
<A9>: Let's go that way!! <E$0C><OP$12><EOP>

Sometimes in life you just have to FEEL your way through a situation!
<E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3047]

<A9>: Daryl_I'm starting to sound just like you! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3048]

<A10>: Heeeeelp! Save me! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3049]

<A10>: The hair!!

Watch the hair!!! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3050]

<A6>: It won't open! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3051]

<A13>: U'ghaaaa! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3052]
<A4>: Where's <A5> when you need him_? <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #3053]
<A5>: I didn't turn my back on the kingdom, big brother_
<E$06><OP$12><EOP>
I knew you'd be a better king.
I trained hard knowing I might have to help you one day_
<E$0A><OP$12><EOP>
Now I know why I have these stupid muscles! <E$06><OP$12>

[caption #3054]

<A4>: Ladies first! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3055]
<A11>: <A11> find short cut! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3056]
<A6>: Both buttons have to be pressed simultaneously_ <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3057]

<A9>: <A12>!
Watch <A6> and do exactly what she does! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3058]

Come on!
This floor's about to break apart! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3059]

<A6>: <A1>!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3060]

<A1>: I will not let go_

<D>_I promise! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3061]
<A9>: Don't fall!
Remember, you promised me you'd do your [Maria] act again!
<E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3062]

You almost ate it trying to pick up that silly trinket! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3063]

<A9>: What a woman!

Your life is hanging by a bandana! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3064]
<A6>: This is my good luck charm_ <D>When I found this, my life took a turn
for the better_ <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3065]
<A6>: <A1>_
Promise me someday you'll look after me again?! <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3066]

<A0>: Father__? <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3067]
MADUIN: <A0>_we must part now. We Espers will disappear from this world_
forever. <E$10><OP$12>

[caption #3068]

MADUIN: But if the human part of you is very strongly attached to something or
someone_ <E$10><OP$12><EOP>

You will probably be able to remain in this world as a human being_

<E$10><OP$12>

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<A8>: Grandpa!
Stop goofing around!! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3070]
<A7>: Sorry, dear_
<A8>: If I hear even a peep out of you, I'm gonna draw your portrait!
<E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3071]

<A7>: No!
Anything but that! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3072]
<A8>: _ <D> _but you know_
Just once I'd really like to do a portrait of you_on canvas, of course!
<E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3073]

<A7>: <A8>!
How can you be thinking about pictures at a time like this?! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3074]

<A3>: Interceptor!
Get going! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3075]
<A3>: Baram!
I'm going to stop running.
I'm going to begin all over again_ <E$0C><OP$12>

[caption #3076]

<A3>: Stay well_ <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3077]

<A7>: No_NO!!!!
A [kid] like me doesn't know the meaning of defeat! <E$0A><OP$12>

[caption #3078]

<A7>: Gotcha!! <E$08><OP$12>

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<A8>: I won't be done in by an older woman! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3080]

<A8>: Wait a minute,

lover boy! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3081]

<A8>: You can't just throw me aside! <E$08><OP$12>

[caption #3082]

<A8>: How about a nice portrait for you, hmm?! <E$08><OP$12>