Dateline, July 25th, 1204.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Refreshing Morning)
We had woken up the next morning and I saw that we had a letter for us, most likely contains details of today's tasks. Elliot came around to rejoin us and we went to his home to have breakfast that was made by Fiona. After we finished, we told him what happened last night and he was glad that everything went alright in the end. I had to admit that we were much closer than before...of course, Fie and Laura complain that I was holding back to them. Trust me. They do NOT want to face me in full strength.
"So, did you receive another packet of tasks from the governor?" Fiona asked.
"Yep, got it from the mailbox first thing in the morning." I answered. "Let's check them out now."
I opened the envelope and there was only one available this time.
"Looks like we've gotta take on one task today." Rean said.
"Yeah and it's at a place we haven't visited yet, the Heimdallr Port." I added.
"And considering that the festival begins tomorrow, I expect the city will be buzzing with excitement." Laura said. "Still, we should not rush."
Fie nodded. "Agreed."
"Heehee, well take care, everyone." Fiona said. "It'll be fun just walking around watching as everyone puts the finishing touches on their decorations."
"Right, thanks sis." Elliot replied.
"All right, next stop, Heimdallr Port." I said.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Heimdallr the Vermillion Captial)
We left the house and took the tram to the port, the dock itself was kinda big for sure. We walked along the docks and then saw a man holding a clipboard, he looked kind of important.
"Excuse us, would it be possible to speak with the person in charge here?" Elliot asked.
"Person in charge, huh? You're looking at him." The guy answered. "Something I can help you with? Can't imagine what would draw a bunch of students to the port."
"We're here on a request from the Imperial Governor." Rean said. "It's to do with a monster that is said to be lurking around in the underground near this port."
"Oh, you guys are here about that? I just sent the request to city hall yesterday. Didn't think they'd get anyone out here that quick."
"I think what we have to do is more important than why, so where could we find the way to the monster?" I asked.
"There's a door way over there, near the crates to your right." Danberto answered. "We know the monster's lurking somewhere in there. It leads to an old underground passage, and lately, we've been hearing the howls of some beast down there."
"Old Underground passage, you say?" Elliot asked as he turn to us. "You think it's?"
"Might be the same tunnels we went into from the hotel yesterday." Fie noded
I frown. "We have to go back there again... I don't hate it but the sewers? Oh wait, it's the stretch that mistaken me for the sewers. Wait, why did think it was the sewers in the first place? Probably the smell? Or was it the monsters that gave it such an awful stretch? Oh, I can't think properly now."
"Regardless, it seems the howling monster is to be our target this time." Laura replied
"Yep. So how can we get in?"
"Here, I'll give you this." Danberto handed me a key. "Head farther along the port and go through the door you find. That'll take you into the underground passage. The layout's pretty complicated, and there's water flowing down there, too, so watch your step."
"So it is a Sewer! I knew it! We'll do our best to be careful."
"Are you a noble?"
"No. Why?"
"Huh? Almost mistaken you for one. The complaint about the sewers mistook you for one. But I guess I can't blame you since the smell."
"It's okay. No worries. I'm not one of those detestable noble scums. But I do have friends who are nobles. But unlike those typical ones, they're good ones. Noble who respect commoners and treat them as equals and care."
"I see. Glad to hear. Always thought nobles and commoners were oil and water, but i guess there are some good nobles out there after all."
"True that."
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Remains Sleeping Underground)
We went to the door at the far end of the port and unlocked the door. We went inside and entered the sewers, the layout was most likely going to be very different as well as the monsters, but everything else would be the same in some way. We began exploring the sewers and sweeping the monsters and increasing our experience and combat links. We then reached the end and saw a giant crocodile of sorts.
"I'm betting that's the monster we need to take care of." Rean whispter.
"A crocodile. Yeah I can see that." I whisper back.
"Seem pretty vicious, too, and this area doesn't have very good footing, either." Elliot added
"So, Laura, Fie, ready to give it a go with the combat links?"
"Of course. We'll need to ake sure we're fully prepared before we engage it. And this is our opportunity to put our combat link to the test, Fie" Laura nodded.
"Right." Fie nodded
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Tie a Link of ARCUS)
The battle began and Rean and Elliot linked up to take out two of the fishes that had joined in the battle and Laura and Fie eliminated the other two. I deal damage to the giant crocodile. It'a armored body is very durable and has to rely on Arts, though I wish I can use my magic though. But with my Master Quart Passive effect really help. Laura, Fie and everyone else help out as we take down the giant crocodile while it launched some bite attacks to harm us. Elliot unleash his new Craft. An S craft musical one. It was lovely. Then Laura and Fie then finished it off together, one giant monster exterminated.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Remains Sleeping Underground)
"Whew, that was good." I said. "Far much better than yesterday's."
Fie and Laura smiled and gave each other a high five.
"Haha. It's hard to believe that not even 14 hours ago, you two still wouldn't getting along." Rean said.
"The two of you really do make an amazing team." Elliot said. "With the two of you coordinating your attacks, I don't think anything stands a chance against us."
"No. That monster clearly had the advantage as far as brute strength in concerned." Laura replied. "If we didn't have superior numbers, I doubt we would have emerged victorious."
"Yep. We still got room for improvement." Fie nodded
We began to travel back the way we came, but I stopped when we walked through a big area. I felt a small breeze.
"What's wrong, Levi?" Elliot asked.
"I felt something just now." I answered. "There a slight breeze coming from here."
"I do too." Fie replied. "This way." She rushed to the wall.
We followed and saw a wall button, it was just like the one we found yesterday. I pushed it and the wall moved to the side, revealing a passageway. This would no doubt take us to somewhere else in the capital. We traveled through it until we saw a shade of light behind a door. I opened it and we got out of the sewers and found ourselves at an alleyway.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Heimdallr the Vermillion Captial)
"Have we been here before or not?" I asked.
"Doesn't look like it." Elliot said and then see the street name. "Oh, this is Ost District."
"Oh, this is where Machias and his dad live."
" Wasn't expecting the underground passage would lead to this part too. Let's look around and find a place to eat." Rean suggest.
After we found ourselves a place to eat. it was time to go to the port and speak to Danberto, we went over and let him know that we had taken care of the monster., he was pleased to hear it and thus our task for today was complete.
We wondered what to do next when Rean's ARCUS suddenly rang,Rean answered and it was a call from Governor Regnitz. After talking, the call was then ended and Rean told us in detail before we rushed to the Garnier District and then into the jewelry store to speak with the lady who standing by the display case in the center of the store, there was nothing inside the display case.
We spoke to her and she informed us that she is the owner and that the jewelry stolen was a crimson tiara and that it's worth 100 million mira. That is the insanity of it's worth that much. There was also a small card that had a message on it.
To the owner of this fine establishment, know that I have the Crimson Tiara securely in my possession. Should you fulfill my conditions, I promise that it shall be returned to you unharmed. If not, I make no guarantees.
The owner then handed us a second card and I read it.
'Salutations, ladies and gentleman of Thor's Military Academy's Class VII, Group A. Should you wish to recover the treasure you seek, accept and overcome the trials I have placed before you. All of the keys lie within the Vermillion Capital. The first key is...'At the feet of the conqueror with the heart of a lion.'
"So it's a game of treasure hunt, basically." I said.
Laura nodded. "It does seem that way.
"So, do you think you can help us out?" The owner Cordelia begged
"We'll be happy too." Rean answered
"I do enjoy a little game entertainment now and then. Now, this first clue...the only thing I can think the Lionheart Emperor."
"Oh, could it be the statue at the palace?" Elliot asked.
"Looks like we have our first clue." Rean nodded.
"Let's be off, then" Laura declared.
We left the store and got the tram to Dreichel's Plaza and there was a statue, we went up to it and saw a card with the same icon, I picked it up and read the back of it.
The second key is... 'In the northeastern seat of the prismatic palace.'
"Just what could that mean?" Laura asked.
"Hmm, I have an idea. It may be the garden house at Mater Park." I suggested. "But that's all I've got."
"Guess we'll find out when we get there." Fie said.
We traveled to Mater Park and then entered the garden house, we looked at the bench that had something stuck to the leg, I took it off and read the card.
The third key is...'At the round table where once rested the gauntlets that supported the east of the city.'
"A round table...gauntlets...no, it couldn't be!" I blinked. "The old bracers guild at Alto Street?"
"The guild?" Rean responded. "Why would the next clue be there?"
"No idea, but it's the only clue I have that makes sense."
"Ah! It seem fate has ordained that we should meet again." A voice interrupt.
"I recognize that voice." Rean said as we turn around and then we see a man.
It was a man wearing a white suit, almost like a nobleman and he has blue hair.
"Do you know him?" I asked
"He's Baron Bleublanc." Rean answered
"Personally, I don't remember him." Fie replied.
Hmm? Hold on. Something about this man feels... off. How come I didn't notice his presence? Does he know stealth? Something tells me he's no ordinary man.
After we discuss with the man. He left.
"Hey Rean. You notice it too, right?" I whisper
"Yeah. We didn't sense him." Rean whisper back and nodded
After that, we traveled back to the guild and went up the stairs to see a card at the table leg.
The fourth key is...'On the back of the white burden of the steel bird, perched at the water's edge.'
"Well first of all...creepy!" I said. " Second: at least the thief didn't steal anything in here."
"Still, it's not a pleasant thought" Fie agreed.
"Y-Yeah... it's kind of creepy knowing he was here." Elliot nodded
"Especially considering we don't know what he's actually after." Rean nodded
I nodded. "Right. Now then...The water's edge...maybe Heimdallr Port?"
Laura nodded. "Hmm, that does seem the most logical answer."
We traveled to the docks and over to the crane that was near large crates. It said on the back as well, so we assumed the card would be behind the crate. We asked Danberto to help move the crates and we saw the card, so I picked it up and we thanks Danberto before he left.
The final key is also near the water's edge. 'The crimson crown you seek sleeps within a black ark, nestled in the steel car that marches with the minutes.'
"Steel car...looks like this is the last one." Rean said. "Maybe the tram that we just got a ride to?"
"Yeah, I was thinking the same." I nodded
"Well, I'm glad that this is the last clue." Elliot replied.
"I second that."
We went up to the tram and asked the driver if we could have a look inside after explaining the situation to him, he allowed us to and we climbed on board, I then saw a case at the far back. Rean opened it up and it revealed a sparkling crown, this had to be the crimson tiara that was stolen. He closed the case and carefully picked it up before we left the tram.
"So the tiara really was in there, huh?" The driver asked. "Now I'm wondering if the last passenger who stepped off the tram was Phantom Thief B himself. I don't remember there being any unusual passengers on board, though."
Hmm… something doesn't feel right with this guy… his voice… I think Rean notice it too. Me and Rean stare at him
"Wh-Why are you two staring at me like that?" The Driver ask nervously.
"I'm pretty sure you know that answer." I answered with a stern glare.
"I think it's time we put an end to this little charade, don't you… Baron Bleublanc? Or shall I call you…. Phantom Thief B?!"
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Silent Exhalation)
And then the driver laugh so suddenly and then he snap his finger and his true form was revealed.
"This! This savory taste is why the unripe fruit is the most delectable of all." Bleublanu laughed. "Allow me to introduce myself once more. I am Phantom Thief Bleublanc, otherwise known simply as Phantom Thief B. Baron Bleublanc is but one of many roles I have assumed during my pursuits. Incidentally, might I ask when you first discovered my true identity?"
"It didn't really take much 'discovering'. You went out of your way to show up in the Crystal Garden, after all."
"It's probably just me and Rean but we find it hard to believe you were seriously trying to hide your identity to begin with." I added.
"Your disguises? Nothing short of perfect, I have to admit."
"But with all the work you've put into this, we suspected you might come check on us near the end of your little game."
"Haha… I see. Excellent deductive reasoning. Simply splendid!" Bleublanc cheered
"But why would you do something like this? Why go to all the trouble?" Elliot asked
"Ah, does that interest you? Must there be a motive?"
"Nah. Now that we know your identity, there's nothing more to discuss." Rean said.
"Thief is a crime." Fie nodded.
"Indeed- a crime we will not allow to go unpunished!" Laura glared.
"Ah, what spirited youths you are!" Bleublanc cheered Then he suddenly vanished and reappeared on the entrance of the railway gate.
"What the-?!" Did he use magic!? I exclaimed
"H-How did he do that?" Elliot asked
"Haha. Just a little trick I like to keep up my sleeve. Regardless, you have provided me with plenty of sport and more than enough entertainment for one day. I'll be watching your future achievements with keen interest. Especially you, my dear silver hair purple eye friend."
"Wha-?!" I eyebrow but also look surprised and creep out.
"Ladies and gentleman, until we meet again, I bid you adieu!"
He bow and then disappeared
"He disappeared again…" Fie said
I shivered.
"You okay Levi?" Rean asked
"I'm fine. What he just said about how I keen his interest creeps me out."
"He might still be nearby, let's search the area!"
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Heimdallr the Vermillion Captial)
We scoured the area for Phantom Thief B but try as we might. There was no trace. went into the jewelers where we handed the case over to the owner. They took care of the rest and the tiara was put back in display case. Our additional task was complete. We left the store and wondered what to do next when Rean's ARCUS went off again. Rean answer it and then it was Instructor Sara this time. After the call he told us where to go next.
"St. Astraia? That's the school Rean's sister attends to, isn't it?" Elliot asked. "I know where that is."
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Back to the Dorm)
Since we were done, we chose to go there straight away. We took the tram to the Sankt District and we walked up the stairs as we pass the girls wearing the same uniform Rean's sister wears. We went towards the entrance to the girls school we heard about.
"I've never been to a girls school before." I said.
"I'm a little nervous myself." Elliot added.
"Why would you?" Fie asked.
"Well, it's not surprising that a man would be intimated by the power and aura of feminine nobility," Laura answered.
'Umm… was that a flirt… or a threat?' I wondered
"I was wondering. Did you not want to come here, Laura?" Fie asked
"My father did recommend it to me, but they offered no classes in the martial arts. That alone was reason enough to look elsewhere." Laura answered
Rean chuckled. "I can totally understand that."
"Though, I get the feeling Laura would cause a real uproar if she went to a school for genteel young ladies." Elliot replied/
"I'm not sure why, but I can definitely see that." I replied
"Oh?" Laura hummed "I have a number of acquaintances who attend there, and from all I hear, it does seem to be a wonderful school. I've heard that even Princess Alfin herself is a student there."
Rean nodded. "I've heard that too."
"Pricness who?" Fie asked
"Yeah, not gonna lie. But I don't know that name too." I replied
"Haha. To be fair, I wouldn't be surprised if plenty of Erebonian didn't know who she is." Rean replied.
"Princess Alfin is the daughter of our reigning emperor, His Majesty Emperor Eugent. She's supposed to be as sweet as an angel, and popular with everyone." Elliot explain.
"Huh. So that is who she is." I blink.
"Actually, I believe she's the same age as Fie." Laura replied. "I've had the opportunity to meet her once before- she truly is as charming as the rumors suggest."
"She has a twin brother, too, Prince Cedric." Rean added. "He's the Crown Prince of Erebonia."
"Oh, right." Fie replied. "I think I've seen a picture of the prince in a magazine before. Dark blonde hair like Jusis' brother, right?"
"Oh, I think you're thinking of Prince Olivert." Elliot replied. "He's Cedric and Alfin's older brother."
"Hold on, if he's the oldest, shouldn't he be the oldest?" I asked
"I believe I heard his mother was a commoner." Rean replied.
I sigh of disgust. "Ugh. More nonsense of the nobility crap. It's a stupid reason to deny his right of succession. Why hasn't the chancellor and the Emperor overwritten that ridiculous nonsense?"
"It would cause an uproar, no doubt."
"Those nobles should learn their place and mind their own business if you ask me."
"Anyway, I feel like I've ben hearing his name a lot lately. He made a big splash when he came back from Librerl aboard that airship... umm... you know the one, right?"
"Nope."
"Ah, you must be referring to his return aboard the Aresille after the crisis in Liberl was put to rest." Laura replied
"Yeah, I remember seeing that It really made a big impact." Elliot nodded. "I'd never seen an airship that looked so white and elegant before."
"Oh, you're all here already."
Then we turn and see group B.
"Hehe, it's good to see you all again." Emma said.
"You're a bunch of early birds, aren't you?" Gaius asked.
"Well, we got the jobs done on our end in record time." I answered "Well guess what. These two overcome their issues."
"Haha, quite right." Laura said.
"Hmhm." Fie added.
"Really? That's great!" Alisa added.
"Heehee. It sure is." Emma smiled. "Maybe after this field study is over, we can get together and spend the night talking in one of our rooms."
"Sounds good." Fie replied
"Haha. The thought of a Class Vll pajama party makes me a little embarrassed." Laura chuckled.
We heard the bell from the cathedral go off, it was now five o clock and we saw Elise open the gate to the school entrance.
"Rean..?" Elise said.
"Elise? What are you doing here?!" Rean asked a stupid question. "Wait. I guess this IS your school, so where else would you be."
"Yes...I see all of your classmates are with you too."
"Heehee, It's only been a week since we saw you, hasn't it?" Alisa asked
"Heh… well, we were told to meet here." Elliot added
Then Elise notice something. "Wait a minute… Are YOU the ones? The ten guests I was told to expect at five o'clock sharp?"
"Well, there ARE ten of us in Class Vll… Wait what?!" Rean exclaimed.
"Wait… doesn't that mean… aren't you the one who call us here?" I asked
She sighed. "Actually, I suspect that would be a friend of mine. Why does she always have to be such a mischief maker? I swear… She could at least have given me a little warning that you were coming…"
"Um...Elise?" Rean asked
"Anyway, where are my manners? Welcome to St. Astraia Girls' school. I hope you enjoy your visit. Right this way."
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - At the Imperial Palace)
Elise led the way and we followed her, walking around the building whilst being noticed and talked about by the girls. Most of them knew some of us and many girls spotted me and mention how handsome I am as well as my muscles. I was completely embarrassed as I blush. We stopped at an entrance called Rosen Garden, Elise opened the doors.
"Your highness, I've brought the guests." Elise said.
"Thank you. Please show them in." A voice replied from inside.
We followed Elise into the rose garden building and we saw a young girl with the same uniform as Elise. She had long frizzy blonde hair and a short cap on her head.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Thors Miliary Academy Festival)
"Welcome ladies and gentlemen of Class VII." She greeted. "My name is Alfin. Alfin Reise Arnor. It's a pleasure to meet all of you."
We took a seat around the three tables, I sat between Emma and Rean. Elise was not pleased with Alfin who seemed happy.
"Come on, Elise. Cheer up." Alfin said. "I'm sorry, all right? I was only trying to tease you a little."
"Don't you have something you wanted to discuss with everyone?" Elise responded. "Please, go right ahead."
"Well, that aside...it's been long time since I last saw both of you, Jusis and Laura. I'm glad to see you're both well."
"Likewise, your highness." Jusis replied.
"You've become even more fetching since we last met." Laura added.
" Aw, thank you. I was rather hoping you'd decide to enroll in St. Astraia, too…But it seems you chose to attend Thors after all."
"Well, I've committed myself to following the way of the sword, and Thors gives me a place to hone my skills. I apologize for not being able to live up to your expectations."
Alfin sighed. "First I lose Angelica to Thors and now you. Perhaps I should transfer there myself next year."
"Your highness?" Elisa asked.
"Hehe, got you to look."
"But...I..."
"She seems lively." Fie commented.
"She seems far more easygoing than I was expecting." Gaius said.
"I've heard plenty about her, but none of that prepared me for meeting her in person." Alisa added.
"So, this is what it's like to be in the presence of royalty." Machias said quietly. "It's actually rather overwhelming."
"I can see why people always compare her to an angel." Elliot added.
Emma nodded. "Hmhm, me too."
Alfin then look at me. "Heehee. I'm particularly happy to finally be able to meet you, Levi Sullivan."
That made me blink. "Huh...me?"
"Why yes, though I must say, you're more handsome than I imagine. You were the one who acted so bravely when you tried to save Elise. As her closest friend, you have my sincere thanks."
"Oh, you thank me too highly, your highness." I smiled. "Anyone would do exactly the same thing." And then I gleam to Rean. "And Rean will definitely kill me if any scratch was on his beloved sister."
"What?! I wouldn't go that far!" Rean exclaimed
And we had a heartfelt laugh.
"No, that would be something you would do." Elise added the tease.
"Come on Elise… I wouldn't do that to my friend."
"Heehee. You're very modest Levi. Regardless, you have done your upmost best to protect dear Elise and avoided her brother's wrath." Alfin giggled
"Not you too your highness…" Rean frown.
"Heehee I jest. Do forgive me if I tease you too much Rean. Elise has told me so much about you."
"Umm... I'm honored that you'd say so. Elise always mention in her letters what a great friend she has. As her brother, I wanted to thank you for that."
"R-Rean." Elise light blush in embarrassed
"Ahh. It's so refreshing. You're every bit the person Elise says you are. Perhaps even more so." Alfin smiled
"So… if I may your highness." I turn to her. "Is there a reason why you suddenly call us here?"
"Ah yes. Rean. I have a teensy-weensy favor to ask. Do you think I could join Elise in thinking of you as my dear brother as well?"
And that literally came out of nowhere. That was not what I was expecting. Then again I wasn't expecting anything.
"Wha-?!" Rean eye widen.
"Your highness!" Elise exclaimed
"You see, Elise has spoken of you so often that in my heart, you've already come to feel like family… and now that I've had the opportunity to meet you, I fear I simply can't suppress these feelings any longer. I have two brothers already, of course, so I'm sure it won't take long to adjust."
"I… I couldn't possible… I mean…" Rean was completely went haywire
"T h a t' h, s." Elise said in a scolding tone.
Woof… I really don't want to get on Elise's bad side.
"Aww, don't be so stingy." Alfin frown. "Surely it wouldn't hurt to share him with me a little." Then she turn to us. "Anyway, that aside… The reason I called you here today was not to talk with me. There is someone else who would like to meet you."
"Really? Who?" I ask.
Then I heard a music flying coming closer.
"Hmm?" I turn to the door behind the princess.
"Heehee. Oh, it seems he's arrived."
We then saw a guy with short blonde hair in a white robe uniform and a lute in his hands enter the room.
"Apologies for keeping you waiting." He said as he stood by Alfin. Wait a second… he looks awfully familiar.
"It's a pleasure to see you again." Elise greeted.
"Hahaha. And you as well, young lady." The blond man said. "I trust everyone here has been making themselves comfortable?"
"Who's this guy?" Fie asked.
"I'm not sure... though i feel like I've seen him somewhere before." Emma replied
"I serve as a music instructor in the hallowed halls of this fine academic institution." He introduce. "In truth, I am ever on the hunt for that elusive mayfly we call love. But that might raise eyebrows at a girls school. But whose pulse would not quicken, wandering into this untainted cloister of dew-eyed maidens? Ah, the romance!"
And then it hit me.
"Wait a minute…" I said and then the group turn to me. "I remember those clothes and that voice. Your that guy I met 6 months ago. The guy who had connections to the Academy and enroll me."
"Wait, seriously?" Rean look surprised
"Haha. It's wonderful to see you again young man. Has it already been six months?"
"Ahem!" Alfin stood up with a fan and she whacked him on the back of his head with it.
"Ow!"
"I think that's quite enough." She said. "Any more of that and our guests may start edging toward the exit."
"Ahhh, I can always count on you to never miss a beat, my dear sister."
"Sister?" I asked and then click. "Wait… you're her brother?!"
"Indeed." He said before introducing himself to us. "Tis I, Olivert Reise Arnor. also known by some unscrupulous individual as the Debaucherous Prince. I also serve as Thors Military Academy's ornamental chairman of the board. It's a pleasure to finally meet you, ladies and gentleman of Class VII."
"Ah… pardon me for saying this…" I said. "Say whaaaaaat?!" I exclaimed next. "I was enrolled to the academy by a prince and chairmen of Thors?!"
"Hehe. I wouldn't blame you for that reaction. Indeed my good man. The last time I saw you, you were very excited to Enroll in Thors. And now you're even happier as a golden butterfly."
"Yes… still… that explains how someone like me who got enroll… It's not that I'm unhappy, I'm very happy and grateful. But wasn't expecting a prince to scout me. Waaaaait… did my grandfather knew about this?"
"No I do not believe so. Why don't we continue this in another room?"
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Warm Supper)
Afterward, we were then asked to attend for dinner at the Communion Room in the school building. I sat between Rean and Alisa. He discussed to us that he was the one who originally made the idea of creating Class VII. We finally had a firm understanding of why our class was formed and we found ourselves impressed with his reasons.
Soon, the meeting was finished and we had to say farewell to Prince Olivert, Princess Alfin and Elise before leaving the school. It was night time and when we left, we saw Sara and Captain Claire show up. Instead of a field study, we were asked to help with producing security for the duration of the Summer Festival that was starting tomorrow.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Brain-racking Test)
We head to a place to discuss a private meeting and then Claire involved us because of a possible terrorist attack.
"Terrorist attack!" Machias exclaimed
"Indeed, I'm afraid we have no choice but to define them as such." Captain Claire nodded. "Unfortunately, we have no clues as to their aim, nor do we know the names of the group's members, its size, or its history. At present, it doesn't even seem that the terrorist group has established a name for itself yet."
"I suppose that makes sense. And it's most likely as well. Typical." I muttered. "Terrorist groups would attack anywhere at any time, including festivals on special occasions like this. And since this festival is coming up. They would take advantage of people preparation since important people will arrive at such an important event. Then I take it the man name Gideon or G from Nord is part of that organization?"
"We're currently operating under that assumption, yes. The Summer Festival lasts three days, but unlike festivals in other provinces, only the first days garners much attention. It's been a month since the incident in Nord. If they intend to make their next move soon, tomorrow is a likely time."
"I have to agreed." Sara nodded. "Terrorists do love their time in the spotlight, after all. And considering Gideon gave his name, I'm betting we'll start to see them acting more openly soon."
"First you gather arms and other like-minded allies in secret." Fie said. "Then you reveal yourself with a bang and keep going in quick succession. That's the typical terrorist M.O."
"And you want us to assist with countermeasures against them?" Alisa asked.
"Right. The RMP will be joining forces with the Heimdallr Military Police to bolster the capital's security." Captain Claire nodded. "Unfortunately, as big as the capital is, I can't say with complete coincidence that there's be no holes in our security. That's where you come in. You'll be assisting our security measures as a reverse force."
"Bah. It'd sure be nice if the guild was still active here. They would've come in MIGHTY handy right about now." Instructor Sara sighed.
"Yes... I don't disagree... Um, Sara, you DO know that the RMP had no involvement in the guild's withdrawal from the capital, right?"
"Oh really? I mean, your boss and that 'brother' of yours could hardly make their opposition to the guild more obvious if they tried."
Sheesh, what is the relationship with those two?
"So, what's it gonna be?" Instructor Sara asked. "Whether you choose this as your field study task for tomorrow is totally up to you. If you decline, there are plenty of tasks the governor needs taken care of, like you've been doing the last two days. The Summer Festival is a busy time, after all. Lots of little details that need to be squared away."
We all look at each other. Obviously, I want to stop them. Plus if G is there. I have a score with him.
Dateline, July 26th.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Helmdallr the Vermillion Captial.)
The day of the Summer festival had begun and I couldn't get over what we were told last night. To think that there would be a possible terrorist attack during the festival. No doubt that the most important people will be targeted as well and possibly captured. But considering how we had a dose of that in the highlands where we fought Gideon, I began to consider all possible scenarios. Plus if I do see him. I'm so going to enjoy impaling him with my Glaive after what he did.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Thors Military Academy Festival)
Our task was to do patrols across the districts that were on the side of the city we were doing our field study at. We took our time in patrolling each district and nothing seemed out of the ordinary. There was also increased security at Mater Park, this made sense, considering that the important people would be attending the large garden house.
Our patrolling was done and we got the call that the important guests would be exiting the palace and making their way to Mater Park, so we got lunch and did another sweep of all the districts to find nothing had changed.
Our group was at the statue with the palace in view and I saw a young girl and a familiar person next to a motorcycle.
"Towa, Angelica!" Rean called out to them.
"Oh! I didn't expect to meet all of you here!" Towa responded.
"Well, isn't this a coincidence?" Angelica added
"We certainly weren't expecting to encounter the two of you out here." Laura added.
"Heh. Looks like the Goddess Herself brought us together. And now that she granted us this chance, what do you two say we-"
"I'm afraid we'll have to decline. We have our field study to attend to."
"What she said." Fie nodded
"Laaaame." Angelica frown as we sweatdrop.
"Did you ride your orbal bike all the way here?" Rean asked.
"Yeah. You can make it from Trista to here in forthy minutes on a good day. So I plopped Towa on the back of the seat and off we went."
"Angie's not the most... careful driver, so it wasn't exactly what i'd call a leisure cruise." Towa said. "I really love the festival atmosphere, though. I just wish I could enjoy it without the threat of a terrorist attack hanging over us."
"How did you know that?" I asked. "Wait. Did Instructor Sara tell you?"
"Yep. I've been helping out a little with your field studies too. Yesterday, I was the one who passed on the governor's request to Instructor Sara, for example. I got pretty worried when I heard about terrorists, so Angie and I decided to see what was happening."
"It appear you've done much for us without us even realizing it." Laura replied.
"Seriously." I nodded
Towa giggled as she felt embarrassed. "It's nothing, really. I'm not doing any of the heavy lifting."
"Oh? I thought you were helping with all the paperwork and travel arrangements so everything runs smoothly." Angelica replied. "And that you're the liaison for our contacts in every region because Instructor Sara keeps slacking off."
Seriously Instructor... Letting Towa doing the work again. What are we going to do with you?
Then a familiar guy show up. "Hey, the gang's all here."
"Oh, hello Crow." I said.
"Fancy running into you." Angelica replied.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Atrocious Raid)
Suddenly, I heard a faint rumble nearby and then a whoosh of water to gush out from one of the potholes, then all of them gushed out around the fountain and this caused a panic around the area. Then Towa told us to take care of something important. And then we hurry to Mater Park.
We got the tram and traveled to Mater Park, the imperial guards were busy dealing with monsters. We rushed inside the garden house to see Princess Alfin and Elise being held hostage by terrorist and Governor Regnitz who was on his knees and looking at Gideon and a pair of monsters were beside him.
"ELISE!" Rean yelled as we burst in on the scene and stood in front of Carl.
"So it's you, again?" I growled.
"The brats from Thors." Gideon responded. "So you've come to meddle in our affairs again, have you?"
"Obviously. We beat you once, we can beat you again."
"Not this time, I'm afraid. I won't allow you to interfere." He then got out the flute and the monsters began to move towards us.
"Is he...controlling those beasts?" Laura asked.
"Wait... that Flute...!" I growled. I recognize that Flute just now.
"Please everyone." Elise said
"Be careful." Alfin added before they were escorted away by the terrorist troops
"You despicable coward!" I growled.
"My, my. I can certainly tell when I'm not wanted." Gideon smirked. "I suppose we'll just have to leave then. Go, my beasts! Strip them to the bone." He then walked away.
We had to do with a battle against those giant crocs. During the battle, I use my Craft Vortex Plunder and twice the incredible damage to both. Rean follow up as Elliot launch his Arts. Laura and Fie launched their powerful strikes. Soon me and Rean join them using our Crafts. I begin to cast my Arts onto them and then I buff the group next. Rean soon gain more of the upper hand along with my team. Then we were able to finish them off. This battle was over.
"That should do it." I said.
"We must pursue them at once." Laura added. "There's no time to rest."
"Yeah. We can't let them get away. That coward deserves a broken arm."
We rushed to the hole in the floor and jumped down there, before we found ourselves in an underground tunnel. We kept running onwards and then came across a bridge guarded by two strange monsters. We dealt with them easily enough and carried on until we eventually caught up to them in a giant circle room.
"There they are!" Laura said
"I'll go on ahead." Fie said.
"I'll go with her.."
"I'll use my Glaive and stop their escape." I nodded
"Same here." Elliot got his staff.
They attacked which threw the group's pursuit and Laura and Fie were able to surround them.
"Rean!" Elise exclaimed
"You came for us!" Alfin exclaimed.
"Of course we did, we can't ignore a hostage situation." I replied. "I'd be failing as a class student otherwise."
"Show's over. Let her Highness and Elise go. Now." Rean threaten.
"Considering all that you've done, I can't say I'd be entirely comfortable letting you go free…" Laura adde
"And you scum will be lock up. While you will get broken bones." I glared at Gideon.
"Impressive, very impressive." Gideon said. "I had no idea Thors was filled with such gifted students."
"Spare me the sarcasm. You got two choices: Keep this stalemate all day or release them. But we're warning you. If there's even a scratch on either of them, you'll be praying that the RMP found you before us."
"I agree with him. Now choose." Rean growled
"Very well… we surrender. I'm not so proud that I can't see when we have no chance of victory."
"So you'll let them go?" I asked.
"Absolutely...if you can defeat 'him' that is...do it."
The terrorist brought out a tissue and placed them on the girls' mouths and then the girls fell unconscious.
"You son of a-!" Rean exclaimed.
"A volatile anesthetic?!" Fie growled
"Oh, you're dead." I growled
Gideon brought out the flute. "Heh, fear not, I simply thought it best that they sleep for a short while. After all, this is hardly a sight fit for the eyes of such innocent maidens."
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Eliminate Crisis!)
He played the flute and we suddenly saw a pile of bones appear before it formed into a giant skeleton dragon.
"WHAT THE HELL?!" I yelled.
Gideon laughed loudly. "Behold, the might of the Demonic Flute! An artifact capable of holding even the shadow that reigned over Heimdallr during the Dark Ages in its thrall! Now, I'll have you dely your journey to perdition no longer! Farewell, dear ladies and gentleman of Class Vll!"
"Tsk. You coward. Once we're done with this. You're next!" I growled.
Rean then position his Tachi and then let out a strong shock wave and clear the dust. Ah, so he's not holding back. Good. Neither will I.
"We're not just going to roll over and die here! If you think back on how much we've grown just during this field study… There's no way this thing is going to take us down!" Rean said as he raise our morale.
"Hell yeah! And I won't be holding back against this ancient undead dragon!" I smirked
"My blade is ready!" Laura nodded
"Huh… Too impious to know when you're beaten, are you?" Gideon muttered "Go, dark tyrant! Bring down the merciless hammer of judgment upon these hapless fools!"
"It is you who will receive merciless judgment!" I bark back.
The battle started as I use Alina's Light and Rean's motivation on the battle and then Laura and Fie charge to the dragon and Elliot casting arts as the undead dragon let out a strong bark. Rean and I charge and let some heavy blow and then use my Vortex Plunger and his Autumn Leaf Cutter. The dragon let out a powerful breathe attack as some of us dodge and then I use Piercing Throw at it's head and then Laura use her S-craft. Then Fie's S craft. Rean as buff us again and then I cast a strong Arts at it and then Elliot heal us and then the dragon let a strong slash attack on me but Elliots arts was able to heal the wound. Then I use Vortex Plunger again. Rean follow up with his attack. As soon as each of us dodge and strike at the Undead Dragon. I use my S craft on it. Then Rean use his S craft on it and then it roared and then we defeated the dragon.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost -Atrocious Raid)
"Impossible..!" Gideon asked in shock.
"Laura, Fie!" Rean command
Laura use her sword and broke the dragon's head off to Gideon diection and then shoot their escape and catch them off guard then Rean sliced the demonic flute in half. And then I zoom and then kick Gideon's face hard and send him flying and slam into the wall and I throw my Glaive and stab him in the arm.
"AAAAAAAAAAH!" He screamed in pain as he cough blood and I zoom and punch him in the face, remove my Glaive from him and as he fell, and then I stomp on his head which make a small crack on the ground. And then place my foot on Gideon's back to restrain him and pointed my Glaive at his neck.
"Phew! Man that felt good!" I respond cheerfully while the rest sweatdrop. "What, I did warn him I was going to break his arm." Then I felt three presence. "Who's there?!" I look up.
"Heehee, I think it's about time we came out and play." An unknown voice said.
Suddenly, an attack from above, and I was force to remove from Gideon from a slash which I can count and the bullets by dodging. We saw two unknown people enter the fray. One was a woman in a red dress and an eye patch. The other was a bulky guy with a green camo attire and a huge minigun.
"Oh, my. Aren't you a strong, pretty, and quick little kitty?" Said the eyepatch woman. Then she smirk. "Just my type."
"Flattery will get you nowhere." I respond with a flatface.
"Hah. And he's sharp with his tongue, too."
"Comrade S...Comrade V?" Gideon asked as he groaned as he covered his nose as he got a broken nose and it's bleeding. "Ugh...I seem to recall specifically telling you to leave this operation to me. But I can't say that I'm unhappy you decided to check in."
"Sorry, boss." The bulky guy replied. "But if you got yourself caught here, we would've been off to a pretty bad start. Besides, the pretty silver hair boy got you pretty good, too. Quite ruthless too."
"Don't remind me…"
"Heh, I'd apologize for cutting in, but we figured it was for the best." The eye-patched woman added. "Comrade C decided to join us, too."
"And so I have." Another voice said.
We saw someone walk down the stairs and then stood beside the three of them.
"I thought I sense another presence hiding in the shadows of that location." I said.
"Comrade C...I wasn't expecting to see you here." Gideon said. "Did my planning for this operation seem that flawed to you?"
The man was dressed in black all over and had a mask on. "On the contrary, it was almost perfect." He answered. "But no plan is completely fool-proof. One must always factor in unpredictable elements." He looked at us. "As the ladies and gentleman of Class VII here have demonstrated so brilliantly."
"How curious. You seem to know about us." I said. "You must have an informant."
"Hehe. Perhaps a slip of the tongue. Though I'm impress you were able to sense me. You are no ordinary student, aren't you?"
"Oh, I can assure you, I'm just an hard working student." 'Still… why do I feel like I've sense his presence from before?'
"Is that so? Well then. We have already fulfilled our primary objective. Counting dishonor by harming a member of the Imperial family would gain us nothing now. Do you not agree?"
"No, you're right. Released them." Gideon sighed and ordered terrorest to release the girls, me and Elliot carried the girls away from the area.
"Now then. So who are you people?" I asked. "Considering that you are a group. It's only natural to be players as a team"
"Heh. True." The masked man replied. "I am known as C, and from today, you shall know us as the Imperial Liberation Front. In our hearts, the flames of silentnt anger. In our hands, the hammer of judgment that shall topple the dictator. That is our cause, our purpose."
Imperial Liberation Front? Dictator? Who are they talking about? Plus I doubt we will even let them go.
"So What say you, ladies and gentlemen of Class Vll? Will you stand aside and let us leave peacefully?"
"Like hell we will." Rean answered with a growled
"You abducted the Imperial Princess and an innocent girl, drugged them..." Laura growed
"Do you really think that we would let you go for those crimes?!" I added with anger at them as I walk closer, giving them an intimidating glare. "Not to mention your schemes drag innocent people into this. The people of Nord, and now Heimdallr." I stop once I arrived nearby my classmates. Then pointed my Glaive at them with force. "I will not let you get away with this."
"Heh. You've got guts kids, I'll give ya that." The buff man replied.
"Heehee. Well, i certainly wouldn't mind a little roughhousing." The eyepatch woman smirked
"No. It's only right that I be the one to test their mettle." C said. Wielders of the longsword, the greatsword, the twin gunswords, and Glaive... Stand and face me. I shall be your opponent."
"You alone?" I eyebrow.
"Think of this as an entertaining way to kill some time. The Railway Military Police are already on their way. Until then, pour out the vessel of your wrath upon me."
Cocky isn't he? Then he suddenly pulled out a weapon with blades on two sides of the handle.
"That weapon... A double saber?" I asked
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Exceed)
"Now, come at me... If you think you're able!"
"Heh. Oh, we will." I smirked. "I'm going to enjoy striking down the Ringreader."
I combat link with Rean as Laura and Fie combat link with each other. I then zoom charge and then clash with C as then C swirl his double saber and then slash with each of us but i dodge but it push Rean and Laura back while Fie launched her bullets at him as he dodge and then he toss his Saber and then launched an attack onto us. I dodge it and then once he got it back. C begin to clash with us and then Rean first clash with C but then C push Rean back and then Laura clash with him next but C easily push her back with Laura. Then C and I clash and launched some strikes onto each other. I swirl and then launch some slashes as C block and counter and then attempt to push me back but then I guard up and then counter-strike to catch him off guard but then C quickly got his form. Before he can counter-attack. I launched some fast jab attack onto him but he dodge and then counter-attack me and then I dodge and then return the favor and use my Craft Piercing Throw at him and he got caught in that attack. Soon Rean, Laura, and Fie quickly join back with me and then we each taken turn attacking C but C deflect all of us but then as he launched a string swing slash onto us. I got in front of everyone and then counter strike it and launch C off guard and launched lighting slash jabs onto him and push him back.
"Kh!" C muttered as he was push back. "Well, this is unexpected. It seems you are more experienced than your classmates."
Then I launched Piercing Throw to shut him up and he dodge and Rean join the clash and we each taken turns to clash with C as Fie follow up from the distance and then C launched some strikes onto my classmates and me. But it wasn't enough to stop me. I swirl ly Glaive and then launch some quick jab and slashes onto C and then C kept his guard onto me and then my team join back as we clash. C's strong. He's just like Instructor Sara's strength. I have to get serious if I want to take him down. A soon as C launched an power attack against us during we clash. He push Rean, Fie and Laura back.
"Rean-!"
But then C launched an attack onto me and then He and I begin a one on one combat. He and I continue to clash as I land some slash and he return the favor and then. I use Whirl Dance onto him and then push him back. Soon he and I lock in combat again and then once he launches some stab attack onto me. I quickly swirl my Glaive and counter him on the defensive. Then back to my offensive. I zoom and strike at him but he block. Then I smacked because that is exactly what I was hoping for. I launched a cork attack onto him and once I quickly back on my feet and swirl my Glaive as and force him into defensive to push him back. I backflip to catch him by surprise and I clockwise slash twice him and then land a powerful thrust attack to his chest, which quickly block it with his Saber I send him flying to the wall.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Requiem for Blood and Iron)
"Urgh!" C shouted as he was on his knees.
"He got through!" Elliot cheered
C dusted off his cloaked as he got up. "I must admit. You are full of surprises. I never expected you to be more skilled than your classmates. If I hadn't guard that attack. There was no doubt you would be able to stab me."
"You're not slouched yourself. I can see why you're the Ringleader. I had to be clever with you." I replied as I swirl my Glaive back to my fighting pose.
"You are no ordinary student, aren't you? You were holding back your true strength."
He notice. However, there is something I wanted to ask.
"Let me ask you a question. Have we met before?"
That caught everyone by surprise.
"I notice something was strange to me. Your presence was very faint. But It felt like we met you before. Who are you?"
C didn't respond.
"Freeze all of you!" A voice intervened.
We turn and then see Captain Claire, Instructor Sara and a small group of RMP officers
"Instructor! Captain Claire!" Rean exclaimed
"Just in time." Laura nodded
"It seems our time has come to make our exit." C said before he brought out a detonator. "Farewell, I'm sure we'll meet again."
He pushed the button and a loud boom occurred, the place was rumbling hard.
"A bomb?!" Elliot exclaimed
The enemy group fled. I hurry to grabbed the girls. I end up picking up Elise as Rean picks up Alfin. We evacuated the area. When we got out of the tunnels and onto safer grounds, we caught our breaths.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Remains Sleeping Underground)
"Whew... That was pretty touch and go back there." Instructor Sara sigh. "But I'm glad to see you all pulled through."
"W-Well, thanks to you, Instructor." Elliot said as he scratch the back of his head.
"I'm glad we made it out there alive. But I'm so ticked off they escape." I muttered. "There's no way we'll be able to follow them now."
"Indeed." Laura nodded.
"So... the Imperial Liberation Front, is it?" Rean said
"Mmm..." Alfin began to wake up. "...ah, Rean?"
"Your highness! Elise!" Rean sigh of relief.
"Thank goodness. Whatever drug they were given doesn't seem to have had any lasting effects." Laura added
"I feel like I've caused you all a lot of trouble… but thank you for rescuing me." Elise smiled
"Well, we are all glad you are safe and unharmed. And Rean is more glad you're okay too." I replied
We were glad that we had saved them. Of course, some of us were worried about the rest of the Summer Festival, but despite what happened on this day, the festival was able to continue into the next two days without any new problems. Of course, my classmates were still surprised I was able to be one on one equal with C. I had to be clever with him and with my classmates.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost -Thors Military Academy Festival)
On the day when we were scheduled to leave, both of our groups and Sara were asked to have an audience with Prince Olivert at the capital's palace. Then we saw a boy who looked younger and shorter then Olivert.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - At the Imperial Palance)
"It's a pleasure to meet you." He said. "My name is Cedric Reise Arnor. I wanted to thank you for coming to my sister's aid in her time of need. Allow me to extend to you my most heartfelt appreciation."
So this guy is the Crown Prince...wow, he certainly is a pretty type. Still... what concerns me with what C and his Imperial Liberation Front. They clearly have a strong motive against someone. Someone they despise that would cause despicable actions. And Machias Dad was able to recover too. We also completed our field study.
"Ah, I see that everyone's here." Out came a man in a long robe attire.
(Trails of Cold Steel ost - Seriousness)
I heard Class Vll collectively gulp as a new face slowly made its way towards the small crowd. Wait… I felt an extremely powerful dark presence within that man. I don't know why but… I was on my guard.
"Chancellor Osborne!" Crown Prince Cedric said excitedly.
So that's the Chancellor...
The chancellor bowed at the waist. "I'm overjoyed to see you all safe and well, Princess Alfin. Clearly, the Goddess has bestowed Her blessings upon us." "Thank you, Chancellor." Alfin princess bow.
"I'd also like to reassure Prince Olivert that we're starting a nationwide hunt for members of the Imperial Liberation Front," Osborne continued. "An investigation into the backgrounds of its members is also underway, so you needn't worry."
"My, my ...Nothing gets past you, does it?" Olivert said, not at all surprised by the outcome. "I suppose that means you have the security detail for next month's trade conference well in hand?"
"Of course. I'll see to it that everything is taken care of."
At long last, the chancellor directed his attention to the members of Class VII. "Ah, but where are my manners? Please, excuse me for not introducing myself. I am Giliath Osborne, representative of the Erebonian government. Though, I imagine those of you who read the papers may know me better as the 'Blood and Iron Chancellor.'"
No doubt his presence is Overwhelming. But that aside. I wasn't mistaken by that extremely dark presence around him. Almost like malice… yet… he doesn't appear to be hostile… not yet.
Osborne then locked eyes with one specific individual in the small crowd. "It's been quite some time, young bracer. I'm glad to see your new career path is working out for you."
Instructor Sara, up to this point, had remained silent and stoic throughout the entire encounter. But when the chancellor directly addressed, she forced herself to smile. "Thank you, Chancellor. I wouldn't be where I am today if not for you. I really owe you for all you've done for me."
Do I sense a grudge or something between them? I am not well informed of everything in Erebonia.
Osborne chuckled in response. "Haha… General Vandyck was my superior back when I was in the army. As such, I'm planning on granting you a bit of additional assistance. I should have it ready for you in a few weeks' time."
That comment aroused some confusion out of the instructor and us students. Before any of them could ask further, the Blood and Iron Chancellor began to speak once more.
"I have great expectations for you all. Nurture the bonds you share, and train up bodies and wills of steel, for I have no doubt you'll need them in the turbulent times to come."
That's a pearl of impressive wisdom. Well, with age comes wisdom I suppose. Suddenly I caught a glimpse of Rean wincing and clutching his chest.
'Rean?' I wondered.
"Hmm?" I heard the Chancellor and then see he look at me. "Hmm… how very interesting… I sense… something special within young man."
"H-Huh? Me?" I pointed at me.
"Yes indeed. I'm not so sure why but, but it's very promising. Almost… radiant to say the least."
Radiant? Wait… what does he mean by that… wait… can he sense it?
"Ah, forgive me. I'm must have confused you. Still… I'm looking forward on meeting you again."
"Ah- of course. I-I too as well." I said with a bow. 'Okay… something really different about that guy.'
After such a royal meeting with them, we boarded a train to Trista to return home. The Imperial Liberation Front, I get the feeling that very soon, we will meet them again…
Unbelievable. It took me forever with the music finding and scenes. Well, finally it's finished. I wasn't planning on the whole fight with C but... it can't be helped. I just made Levi more suspicious... but I can't ignore that Levi was trained well. In any case. But curious is who is C under that mask and why felt something familiar. As well as the very dark presence within Osborne. Oh. And the Link levels are done. I keep forgetting that I switch Machias. Let's see for the Next chapter.
Link Level
4: Rean
3:Laura, Fie, Elliot, Alisa, Gaius, Jusis,
2: Machias and Emma
Link Ability.
Level 1: Link Attack
Level 2: Finishing Blow
Level 3: Deadly Assult
Level 4: Counterattack