07/20/2015

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A/N Here is my second fic on FF (which is actually the first major fic I've written). It will be written in five arcs starting with the departure arc and every of the other 4 will be a new continent that the Greil Mercenaries visit. It is Soren-centric but I am switching sometime in the next arc.

The Departure Arc
Prologue - The New Quest

Tellius a land that only a year and a half ago was ravaged by wars between the Laguz and the Beorc. Thanks to the efforts of a band of heroes that once had different perspectives joined after Ashera delivered her punishment. Thanks to Yune and heroes led by Ike of the Greil Mercenaries, Micaiah of the Dawn Brigade and various Laguz of the Hawk, Raven, and Gallian tribes; world destruction was narrowly avoided. Our tale is yet another of the legendary Tellian hero Ike and his mercenary band. However this one takes us to other lands that managed to survive and rebuild since the Great Flood of old. We join our hero Ike who has come to a conclusion on his choice and why.

It's been 18 months since the end of the War of Dawn. Ike strode down the hallway of the Greil Mercenaries base. He has been deep in thought since a week ago when it seemed that the whole continent was at peace. I have a feeling we probably will not be needed for a while, or maybe for longer. Ike knew this to be true so he came up with a plan that kept him occupied that whole week. If it wasn't for Soren the rest of the group would be constantly on his case. He stopped in front of said tactician.

"Ike, are you sure about your decision? What about-" Soren stopped when Ike raised his hand "We aren't needed here anymore Soren. Of all the people here I expect at least you to know that, or is there some other reason you don't want to go?" Soren eyes widened "N-no Ike. I was just; I'll gather everyone." Ike nodded as his shadow left down the hall This is a rash decision but even Soren doesn't act like that...

A while later Ike was before his mercenaries: Titania, Boyd, Rolf, Shinon, Gatrie, Mist and of course Soren.

"You're all probably wondering why I called you together right?" they all nodded.

"Well if you notice the whole of Tellius seems to be at peace right? This isn't a bad thing in any way but if you could tell we aren't needed as often as we were right?" some were hesitant but they all agreed.

Gatrie stretched "You're right. Peace is good and all but there sure isn't as much to do anymore." Boyd nodded "Yeah. I like to fight but I am glad for the peace as well." Ike turned

"I've have a new idea for our mercenaries. Our company is going to go 'out there' in look for work." Titania stood up "What do you mean by 'out there'?" "To other lands, countries, of course. Far away in the great oceans." Everyone except Soren was shocked and muttering about what it means.

"Nothing will change my mind so if you want to leave then say so now." The mercenaries all looked at each other then at Ike and stood up.

Soren looked over all of them "I don't think you have to worry about that." Ike nodded "Anyway, I have most the details worked out. I'm going to go find the 3 other mercenaries that left after the Dawn War. Meanwhile I want the rest of you to get ready, I'm sending a message of where I want you to meet me when I'm done alright?

Titania nodded "I'll make sure we get ready and waiting for you alright?" Ike smiled

"OK I'm off then! You all know what to do!" With that Ike readied himself to leave and the rest of the mercenaries scrambled to pack up. Soren came up from behind him "Are you sure you are going to get those 3 back?" Ike raised an eyebrow when he turned to him

"No. I might bring none back. Any reason you're asking?" Soren shook his head "No." Ike nodded "Get ready then." Ike picked up some supplies for his travels and left.

Just a note the Departure arc is 4 chapters long.
I number the chapters just like the game, Prolouge, Chapter 1, 2, 3, etc. and then Endgame for each arc. The Epilouge chapter will be the final final one.