Prelude: What Happened then Affects Now

Many years ago, on the continent of Elibe, a fierce battle waged in what would become known as the Battle of Dragon's Gate. In this battle, a band of warriors led by Eliwood of Pherae, Hector of Ostia, and Lyn of Sacae defeated a man whose lust for power had caused him to become inhuman, caring only to take over the world. His morphs, creatures brought to life using the quintessence of living beings, were his tools to getting there, but in the end, the band of warriors won.

But the one who got away... he will become the continent's downfall. HIs strength has multiplied a thousandfold since his last known appearance...

And only time will tell when his first strike will come.

A thousand years have passed since that fateful battle. No one (of the public) knows what happened to Durandal, Armads, the Sol Katti, or any of the other legendary weapons. Although powerful, the memory of these mighty weapons were nearly wiped after the Libary of Etruia (1) had been burned down. Only a select few have this knowledge now.

A new age in which all of Elibe has been united as one people has begun. Although the ruling territories have not changed, everyone felt pride in being from Elibe, be they children of Roland, or students of Athos, or anyone else, everyone was glad to be together.

They will need this bond more than ever...

Chapter 1: The Dawn of Destiny

At Castle Ostia, a messenger cloaked in blue, wearing a white shirt and dark blue pantaloons, with his companion in red wearing a black blouse and a crimson skirt at his side prepares to enter.

"Speak your name and..." The guard stops, recognizing the people before him. "Oh, it's just you, Chris. And of course you too, Lenna. Enter. King Raimei wishes to see you."

"Thank you, General Edward." Says Chris.

It is not long before Chris and Lenna meet up with their childhood friend Rustus. Rustus was usually quiet, and his bright red hair kept tidy, but today, he seemed worried, and he had not brushed his hair.

"Rustus, what is it? Did you misplace your katana again?" Chris says jokingly. (It is an event that happens often to him, even though it's always in the same place)

"No, worse.." He looks out the window, panicking slightly. "I feel as though we are in danger... as though ancient forbidden magic is being performed as we speak..." (2) (He always says this, but so far, nothing has happened) Lenna, with her light voice laughs and says "You say that almost daily and nothing happens. We're fine. By the way, Rustus, are you looking for a sparring partner? I have my blade today." She pulls a longsword from her belt. The blade has a short hilt, with its defining feature being a diamond embedded into the edge of it. The sword itself was lightly serrated from its many years of use.

"I don't think your old Gespenst (3) could withstand another battle. I'll get Hamon to find his Hammerne staff for you."

"You're just afraid I'll beat you again!" Lenna retorted quickly.

Rustus laughed. " You're just like that Saint of Swords you call a many-great-Grandfather!" (4)

"Guys, we have business to attend to." Chris says to his comrades.

As the mercenary, myrmidon, and thief approach the throne room, they are met by a white cloaked bishop.

"Rustus, Lenna, and Chris. Perfect, King Raimei will see you now." he tells them.

"Lord Reginald. Good day to you." Rustus tells him.

"And same to you, my good man. May St. Elimine be with you three." Lord Reginald tells them.

As they enter the throne room, Rustus could not help thinking, "It's hard to believe he's descended from that loudmouthed little girl from that fateful battle. He's so quiet. That may come from who that girl took as a husband."(5)

Sitting on the throne was King Raimei, a very calm individual with strangely bright eyes, yet a very dulset voice and an aura of power that even his strongest enemies seemed to be intimidated by, and commands his closest friend's respect. His dark red hair, partially hidden by his crown, was in the style of a famed assassin from fables of many years back known as the Angel of Death. (6)

"Ah, yes, yes, Sir Christopher and Lady Lennalynn. My trusted spies. And Rustus, tight-knit companion. I have a mission for the three of you. Yes, Rustus, I'm including you."

It's about time, thinks Rustus.

"There are talks of a group of bandits that have been terrorizing the entire continent of Elibe. I believe that you know what I am talking about. Some of their works are the burning of the Library of Etruia and the slaying of my ancestor's family. Their activities have picked up, according to many of my other spies within the organization. They also speak of a plot to attack Pherae. I want you to warn Pherae as fast as you can. Our newest recruit, Ken, will be traveling with you."

He claps. Then enters a green-haired boy who looked like he could lift Castle Ostia enters, sword in hand and out of breath from sparring. "You... called... my liege?"

"Ah, Ken, you fight hard. I am assigning you to this band. Protect them with you life."

Ken bows. "Yes, my lord."

King Raimei frowns, then yells "Sirena!"

But just as he was halfway through calling her, in she comes, axe in hand and panicked.

"My Liege, we are under attack! And... the attackers... they're not normal... they're already in the castle! We must take up arms!"

"Let's go!" King Raimei grabs his blade from the back of the throne. (7) It is an extremely fine blade, and with serrated edges and a bejeweled hilt, "Silencer" was ready for battle. (8)

Notes

1: As to this, I am not sure it exists in the game, but here's my story about it, if you're curious...

When Lord Pent was nearing death, he had many scribes copy down his nearly limitless information on magic. Very little of his knowledge was left out. Upon his death, all of the books on magic were placed in a library in Etruia. Soon after Pent's death, Erk and Canas began adding their knowledge to it as well, as did many of their descendants. However, bandits with an unknown group sought to destroy this library. They succeeded. It's caretaker managed to save a small number of books, books that will... become useful... (foreshadowing!!!)

2: This is also a bit of forshadowing. But, as I don't want to ruin the biggest surprise of all, I'll let you figure it out.

3: I realize that this is also the name of a spell in Fire Emblem, however I like the name and gave it as the name of Lenna's longsword. Also, For those who like little trivia pieces, "Gespenst" is German for "Ghost"

4: I am not, and I repeat, NOT referring to Karel. I am referring to Guy, if you read his non-support ending, you will understand. Yes, Guy is related to Lenna.

5: For reference, Yes, Lord Reginald is distantly related to Serra and Oswin. (my pairing!)

6: Yes, descended from Jaffar and Nino. Many generations went by, but after the twins they had, every boy seemed, no matter how they tried, to get Nino's bright eyes and Jaffar's unruly hair. About three generations before this, the sole survivor of a slaughter by an unknown group of bandits was wed to the Princess of Ostia. (Scary thought...)

7: In too many stories, kings just sit around. But this is the descendant of Jaffar we're talking about, so thank me later for having him take up arms.

8: Silencer is the name of his sword, and it is aptly named. Coming from him, a blow from this is fatal.