You wake up on the first day of month six, the Blue Sea Moon. It's time for your third mission to be given out, and You are more ready than ever before.
Seraphine: Ah, it's good to know that we're finally getting the chance to do something… You know, since we consciously know that we're doing something this month instead of being surprised when odd invaders appear. We're still waiting for answers on the mercenary business… I guess all we can do is press on like nothing is wrong.
You nod your agreement and begin to head for Aisa's room. She is standing there with Roy, which You must admit You expected.
Aisa: Greetings, Professor.
Roy: We have already determined what your next mission will be. It will hopefully come with less surprises than last month's task.
Aisa: There have been many attacks as of late in the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus. Many smaller towns have been invaded by fighters dressed in black. They bear an emblem with a distorted version of the Crest of Blaiddyd.
Seraphine: The Crest of Blaiddyd… Come to think of it, isn't that Magnolia's Crest?
Aisa: They seem to bear a grudge against the Josefa line leading the Kingdom at this time…
Roy: These attacks have risen in popularity this past month, and we would like you and your students to provide aid to a few of the villages.
Aisa: Your goal is to go and defend some of these towns. Hopefully, it won't involve any violence.
Seraphine: You said that last time, but we still had to deal with Adrestian mercenaries!
You ask about the mercenaries from the attack the month before.
Roy: We are still conducting our investigation on the matter. Hopefully, we will have new information to give you regarding them soon.
Aisa: In the meantime, we ask that you help out these smaller towns. Can you do that?
You nod.
Aisa: Good. Now, it's time for you to choose a house for the month. Which house would you like to teach for the coming month?
You reply with your answer: the Golden Deer.
Roy: You would like to side with the Golden Deer for the coming month?
You nod.
Aisa: I see. They should be in their homeroom, ready to hear your explanation of the mission.
Roy: Until next time, Professor.
You thank them and leave, heading for the Golden Deer homeroom.
Seraphine: I wonder if these soldiers are at all related to the mercenaries we fought last month. Wearing all black with an emblem of the nation's color… That's too much of a coincidence for me. I think they're connected somehow.
You nod your agreement.
Seraphine: But until the church can figure something out, we just have to wait around… How boring.
You make your way to the homeroom. When You enter, the students are standing with Jill.
Jill: Greetings, Professor. It appears you'll be with the Golden Deer in the next month. We're happy to have you.
Raithius: Rumor has it we're supposed to be checking out a group of soldiers in black that have been going on raids in the Kingdom. I heard some stuff about them, actually.
Novalee: Tell us everything you've heard of.
Raithius: They began attacking villages shortly before we came to the Academy. It became more intense last month while we were preparing to speak with Ms. Hepius.
Adeline: They all wear black armor. They have a distorted version of the Crest of Blaiddyd on their armor as well.
Sofia: Hm… Isn't that odd? Does anybody know what the reason could that could be?
Raithius: I'm afraid not. I heard about all of this from my family before I came here, and the royalty of Faerghus is claiming to not be involved.
Wolfgang: What could possibly be the reason for that? I don't understand.
Cedric: I wonder about their motives. What could professional soldiers want from small villages in the Kingdom?
William: I don't know what their goal is, but they seem to know what they're doing.
Novalee: We don't know enough to figure out the full truth at this point.
Raithius: I guess we'll just have to wait until we leave for the mission to find out.
Cedric: We might as well try to have a nice month until then.
Adeline: The future might be uncertain, but we can do our best to have a nice time…
Jill: I'm going to have us begin training again soon. We didn't anticipate a fight before, but we know better than to be lured into a false sense of security now.
William: We need to be prepared for an ambush…
Jill: That, and if we see that a village is being attacked, we're going to follow them and beat them up.
Cedric: So, conflict is more likely than it was before.
Jill: We need to be prepared when the time comes.
Sofia: I don't know what to think of this month knowing we're likely going to be fighting when we come across the enemy.
Wolfgang: It certainly does change your perspective…
Novalee: They wore all black, and they had a symbol from a noble house as well. It seems odd…
Lev: So… You think they could be connected?
Adeline: I'm not sure what it could mean… We won't be able to hear anything until the time to fight comes.
Lev: The good thing is that if the church figures anything out, we'll hear it right off the bat.
Sofia: Do you want to talk to us more, Professor?
Jill: That's all. The rest of the day is yours. See you later.
The other students begin to walk away, but Raithius walks past and takes your hand in his.
Raithius: Professor, we need to talk… Come with me for a moment.
You nod and follow him to a secluded area of the courtyard outside the Officers Academy homerooms.
Raithius: I know you haven't remembered anything new from before you met me, Maggy, and Chris, so that means you don't know much about Fódlan history. That being said, I have something to tell you about those soldiers… They've appeared in the past.
Seraphine: He knows them? But how could he possibly be familiar? I hope he's not related to them somehow…
Raithius: The previous king of Faerghus died shortly before I was born. He was widely said to have been killed by bandits, but I don't know if I believe that… In fact, I know I don't. I have proof otherwise.
You ask him what he means.
Raithius: When I was old enough to understand, I was told the truth about the death of the previous king. They were the soldiers wearing all black with a symbol like the Crest of Blaiddyd on their armor… It was only told to the royal families of each nation, and maybe the archbishop, and aside from them, nobody is aware of the truth.
Seraphine: So, the king was assassinated and not just killed in a casual fight. These soldiers had intent and went after him on purpose… This is starting to come together for me. It's too much of a coincidence that both groups wore black armor. Plus, the group that we're going up against this time worked to assassinate the previous king of Faerghus.
Raithius: Use it however you wish, just try to keep it on the down-low, will you?
Seraphine: What if those soldiers last month weren't mercenaries? What if they were soldiers from a different faction, one bent on continental chaos? I'm starting to think things are a lot deeper than we ever could have expected.
Raithius: That's all I had to say. I'll let you enjoy the rest of your day now. See you around.
Raithius walks away, leaving You alone.
Seraphine: I can't be alone in thinking something fishy is going on… This is far too great a coincidence for me to pass by. You surely agree with me.
You nod your agreement. You can tell something odd is taking place here, though coming to a conclusion is difficult since You have minimal information regarding the attackers.
Seraphine: I guess we can go on and enjoy the rest of our day for now… We can't do much about all of this later. The least we can do is try and enjoy the remainder of the month until we are given further information to draw conclusions.
You nod and begin to explore the monastery for the day in an attempt to pass the time until the next mission. You see Illona standing in the courtyard of the Officers Academy.
Illona: I don't know what to do about the mercenaries we heard about… All we can really do is wait at this point, but I still want to know what's going on…
You assure her that things will work out soon enough once You are given the necessary information.
Illona: Yeah… You're right. No worries, right…?
The next person you see in the Academy courtyard is Lev. You approach him.
Lev: I somehow don't know if this mission will be as peaceful as we heard in the past. I mean, we thought it would be peaceful last month, but look at how that turned out… All we can do is wait and see, I suppose.
The final person in the Academy's courtyard is Adrian, who is standing near the homeroom door to the Black Eagles.
Adrian: You know, when I was a student here last year, we did missions similar to what you've been doing up to this point… But it never really got quite this intense. It's only been a month, and I already get the feeling something more is going on… I don't like it.
You leave the Academy courtyard and walk to the training hall. Once You arrive, You see Falon and Derric standing together.
Falon: With all that's been going on, I feel like I haven't had enough time to just train. It's one way I kick back and relax. Derric, would you be up for a match?
Derric: Of course. It's been a while since I've had the chance to do such a thing as well.
Falon: My father taught me how to use an axe, and as far as I can tell, nobody has ever beaten him aside from my mother, and since you're not her… Well, I hope you're ready for this!
You walk away from the training hall, going to the area where the lower floor of dorms is found. Standing alone outside the dorms is Zelhira.
Zelhira: I truly don't understand the way your Crest works… I have been doing extensive research, but I can't find any signs that Unio or the Crest of Flames has been seen in many years… I have heard that Crests can be artificially distributed… I wonder if that's what's going on.
You tell her You do not know the truth.
Zelhira: I'm sure we'll figure it out eventually… In the meantime, I guess we'll just have to keep on with our missions.
Further down the row of dorms, You run into Wolfgang.
Wolfgang: You know, I haven't gotten any letters from my father recently… It truly is unfortunate. Granted, the delivery service isn't the best in my town, so perhaps none have come out… Oh, well. I know he cares about me no matter what.
You agree with Wolfgang before going down to the greenhouse. Inside, You run into Magnolia.
Magnolia: With all that's been happening, I haven't had the chance to speak with my mother much… It's been years since we last had the chance to see one another due to my training… Magnolias are her favorite. That's where my name comes from. I might have to take some of these for the next time I see her… I'm sure I'll see her again soon.
After finishing your conversation with Magnolia, You go to the upstairs dorm area. There, You run into Aquillus.
Aquillus: A person can only be born with a single Crest at once… If you have two, there must have been some way you were given a Crest after birth. I would do anything to have that ability…
You ask if he would like it for himself.
Aquillus: For me? No… I would have wanted to give it to my younger siblings back in the day. Of course, things have changed since then, but… I can't help thinking about it, you know?
You walk back downstairs to the main floor of the monastery. Near the fishing hole, You see Raithius and Novalee standing together.
Raithius: I can't help but wonder if there's a grand conspiracy going on here.
Novalee: Soldiers wearing black from different factions… It could seem like mere coincidence, but no official territory army wears such. There has to be a connection.
Raithius: So far, only Faerghus and Adrestia have seen issues… I hope they don't spread as far as Leicester. We've got enough on our hands as it is.
Novalee: We already have enough drama with all the feuding nobles… I do wish they'd stop being so petty.
You leave Raithius and Novalee before walking up to the entrance hall. Inside, You see Polly and Kyle standing together.
Kyle: Why, don't you look stunning today?
Polly: You really don't need to flatter me this way.
Kyle: Who says I'm really just flattering you? I'm speaking my mind.
Polly: Somehow, I don't know what to think.
Kyle: Please, my fine lady… Would you like to go out to tea?
Polly: Forgive me for pretending you didn't ask me that. I have other business to take care of anyways.
Kyle: Alas… A tragedy.
You go to the dining hall next, which is where You run into Herwig.
Herwig: I have been exchanging letters with my sister recently… Her name is Erika. She lives in a smaller church in Faerghus. I'm rather worried about her given all the attacks recently. She was here in the major church up until a few months ago… I pray we can reunite soon.
You walk away from Herwig and approach Nora.
Nora: Back in the day, I saved some merchants from attackers. The word on the street is that they were bandits, but I don't think that's the case now. To be perfectly honest, I think they might be connected to the faction we're dealing with this month. After all, they wore that armor… I don't know what to think at this point.
Nearby, You run into Wynne and Piers eating together.
Wynne: I wish we were allowed to go on this mission with the students… It's boring just sitting around here.
Piers: Normally, we would be tasked with an important mission like this. Leaving it up to the students isn't something Lady Aisa normally does… I think she has something else up her sleeve.
Wynne: Why do you think she'd want us here?
Piers: I think she's scared the monastery will be attacked… I don't like that idea, but it's the only one I can think of.
Wynne: At least we're not in trouble now, right?
Piers: Yeah… That counts for something.
You leave the dining hall and enter the reception hall. Inside, You see Tuncay.
Tuncay: I really don't understand the nobility system here. I come from a territory outside the continent, and none of us have cared much for Crests or titles. I really can't comprehend why a noble would want something so badly that they'd risk combat by sending out mercenaries… Nobles really don't have a wink of sense, huh?
You walk away from Tuncay, approaching Aestlyn, who is standing nearby.
Aestlyn: I just got a letter from my parents back in Faerghus. They've been struggling a lot with our territory seeing attacks recently. It's the soldiers in black… I wish I knew what they wanted. I just want my family to be safe, but that won't be happening until after these fighters are dealt with and finished off.
The final person in the reception hall is Yuliya, who is standing alone.
Yuliya: I wish I knew what was going through the archbishop's head with all this… Why is she sending you and your students out to take care of things?
You suggest it might be because some students have personal connections with the incidents.
Yuliya: Maybe… Still bugs me she won't use the knights for anything.
You walk to the cathedral, and on the bridge over there, You encounter Chris and Hegias. If the Black Eagles were followed in the previous month, this dialogue plays out.
Chris: Hegias, do you have any ideas as to why Ms. Hepius hated me so much?
Hegias: I'm afraid not. I sent her a letter to ask, but she hasn't yet responded…
Chris: I don't know what I did to her… It bugs me though. We had never met officially up to this point.
Hegias: I don't understand it either… But if I hear anything, I'll be sure to tell you as soon as possible.
Chris: Thank you, Hegias.
If the Black Eagles were not followed the previous month, this dialogue plays out.
Chris: I heard the new professor has two Crests… Any ideas as to why that is?
Hegias: No… But I trust Evenor. She knows what she's doing with Crest information. After all, she told me I had a Crest when I previously didn't know.
Chris: Wow… It's odd to think there might be people at our school who don't know they have a Crest since they never received a proper diagnosis.
Hegias: It is strange… I'd love to figure out if there are any hidden Crests here.
In the cathedral, You encounter Callisto and Adeline talking.
Callisto: Hey, Adeline! I've been seeing you dancing a lot since we first arrived here. You can't hide it from me!
Adeline: Callisto, I really haven't…
Callisto: I can see it! You have to teach me some of those moves. What do you say? We can meet up in my room later on this month.
Adeline: I clearly can't deny it at this point, so… Fine. Let's do it.
Also standing in the cathedral is Cassia.
Cassia: I wonder what the soldiers could possibly want… Motivations are peculiar things… They can change a lot about how you view a given thing. I'm sure they have their reasons for going after such villages, but… I would love to know now.
You leave the cathedral, walking to the nearby knights' hall. Inside, You see Karim and Miriam.
Karim: Come on, Miriam. Why won't you spar with me?
Miriam: When I fight, it is to the death only. I don't do it for fun. Bloodshed should not be treated so lightly.
Karim: But sparring and training can be used to help you with that!
Miriam: I gave you my answer already, Karim. You can find someone else.
Karim: Alright, alright…
The final person in the knights' hall is Cordelia.
Cordelia: With all that's been going on, we knights really haven't seen much activity. It's unfortunate, but there isn't much we can do about it. I think all we can do is go on like everything is normal… I'm sure we'll have a chance to take care of things soon enough.
You agree with Cordelia before heading south to the stables. Florence is standing next to her pegasus, Faith.
Florence: Faith has been with me since before I came here… She means the world to me. I could never leave her behind… I truly don't understand how some can mistreat their steeds so. You need to form a connection with them. It's vital to fighting.
You agree with her.
Florence: It's all about the way you can work in harmony… If you can get along, everything becomes easier. It's the perfect system!
The second person in the stables, William, is standing on his own.
William: These soldiers have been appearing in both the Empire and Kingdom up to this point… I wonder what the reason could be. Is their avoiding Leicester on purpose, or is there no reason behind it? I guess we'll just have to see if we can find that out later on.
You approach the final person in the stables, Cedric.
Cedric: I wish I knew what to do about these attacks. There's clearly something more going on with it, but… Oh, well. I'm just going to have to train even more than usual to make sure that everybody stays safe. I'd hate to lose somebody this way. We all deserve to live through all of this.
You head upstairs to the second floor of the monastery. You see Jill standing outside of her room.
Jill: I don't understand any of what's been going on. If this really is a conspiracy, why did it take so long to come to light? Whoever is planning this, whoever is pulling the strings, knows what they're doing… There must be a mastermind. Do you agree?
You nod.
Jill: We'll just have to find them… I'll be counting on you when that day comes.
You enter Reese's room and see him sitting at his desk, reading a paper.
Reese: I have received reports of where these soldiers have been striking. This should make it easier to figure out where they'll be striking next. It will allow us to defend their next target. I just hope no other lives are lost in the meantime.
You walk to the library, curling around the outside of the upper floor. You see Nesreen and Niko standing together.
Niko: Attacks in the Kingdom… Have you learned anything new?
Nesreen: No. I already told you everything I knew. Lady Aisa gave me the go-ahead to tell you, but I think she was distracted… Somehow, I think she knows something about these soldiers.
Niko: How odd… I wonder how she could be familiar with them. I guess we won't know until we hear it straight from her… Be careful while you're out in the field gathering information for us, Nesreen.
Nesreen: I will… Promise.
Also in the library, You see Rodain sitting at a table.
Rodain: So much has been going on lately… I want to know who is responsible. When I was a student at the Academy so many years ago, we never had to deal with anything like this. It's strange… What makes this year so special?
You walk out of the library and enter the cardinals' room, where You see Kaeta and Sofia standing together.
Sofia: You're a knight, right?
Kaeta: I'm still training, but yes.
Sofia: You look adorable… Perhaps we should go out sometime. I know I can always enjoy a cup of tea more when I'm there with another girl.
Kaeta: Well, isn't that sweet… You sure do seem more genuine than that Kyle kid. He's a funny one.
Sofia: Of course I'm genuine. I love appreciating beauty.
Kaeta: Thank you! You're just the sweetest!
Sofia: How does tonight sound?
Kaeta: Great to me!
You walk to Aisa and Roy's room in the main area of the upper floor. The two are standing together.
Aisa: You have done very well in your missions up to this point… I expect this month to be no exception.
Roy: These Faerghus fighters… They certainly are more than meets the eye. You'll need to be careful.
You assure him You will watch out for the students.
Roy: I appreciate you saying that. Until next time, Professor.
Aisa: Good luck in the coming month. We'll be counting on you.
You finish your conversation with Roy and Aisa as Seraphine appears beside You.
Seraphine: Man, I'm tired… Time to call it quits for today. Sleepy time, Professor!
You walk back to your room, falling asleep nearly instantly. Seraphine falls asleep as well. You can't help but wonder what the coming month will hold, but You know You have a bad feeling about these soldiers in black…
Finally we're going on with chapter three hell yeah
-Digital