(Kingdom Hearts II ost - Hesitation)
"Everyone. I have return." Zephia approached her hounds in the hallway.
"Heya, Zephia! How'd the report to Lord Sombron go?" Marni asked
"Bet he was mad we lost the rings, huh?" Griss asked with a grin on his face.
"Very." Zephia muttered. "I hope Mariabell recovers them somewhere in the seas of Firene."
"Ahahaha, knew it! So, he's gonna punish us, right? Finally, yes!"
"In fact, no. It was a scolding, nothing more. He impressed upon me the gravity of our role."
"That's all?" Marni smiled. "Hah! He must really love us. Feels good to be appreciated!"
"Has Lady Veyle woken up yet?" Zephia asked
"No. That spell you keep casting on her... This is getting reckless." Mauvier muttered. "We should dispense with the magic for now. Allow her to return to normal."
"The spell will soon have a more stable effect. Lord Sombron gave me an enchanted helmet." Zephia smirked as she pull out the helmet.
"What?" Mauvier glared
"For her to wear. A helmet imbued with his power that will amplify the spell I cast on her. Finally, I can erase the defect from existence. I intend to use it shortly. I would like to have some good news for my next meeting with Lord Sombron." Zephia then let out a sigh. "I wonder what meeting Lord Sombron's benefactor will grant us when he gave us those ARCUS Alphas from disposing those Bracers."
"Speaking off, who's Lord Sombron's Benefactor?" Griss asked. "We never had the chance to meet them."
"It would be best for you to never meet that man. He... is someone from a higher position. Someone Lord Sombron does not want to become his enemy."
"Oh so he's scary even to Lord Sombron?" Griss smirked. "I can't wait to meet him."
"Ugh, she said not to meet him Griss. What's with you all the time." Marni grumbled. "So far we haven't heard any news so far. Especially the Divine Dragon's forces."
"It won't be long before they will return to Elusia for the final Emblem Ring." Zephia said. "We need to prepare when they arrive."
(BGM ended)
Back in the Somniel...
(Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword ost - Skylot)
"Wow. I never knew so many Emblems were here in this world." Emblem Elliot mused. "Not to mention so many familiar faces."
"I know right. But it is to be expected since your names were also the ones who disappeared." Emblem Lucina said.
"Yeah, the Divine Dragons Twins told us about what happen to our "real" ones. It doesn't make sense for them to disappear. While at the same time. A portal leading to Elyos appeared." Emblem Joshua said.
"Indeed. So tell me, do you also remember something from your previous world?" Lumera asked
"Hmm..." Emblem Arios rub his chin. "I remember something with the inhabits there. The name Elyos does ring a bell. I also encounter familiar faces there... but... certain figures were different compare to the world we hail from."
"You mean there was another version of the people you remember in this world?"
"Hmm... Yeah that checks out from what I remember. I remember my Bracelet was entrusted to the Kingdom of Elusia." Emblem Vita said.
"Yeah, I remember Princess Céline and Prince Alfred. My Bracelet was entrusted to Firene." Emblem Elliot replied
"My Bracelet was entrusted to Solm." Emblem Joshua said
"And my Bracelet was entrusted to Brodia." Emblem Arios said
"Fastinating..." Lumera rub her chin. "Emblems from different worlds... I wonder... Could it be..."
"You know something, Queen Lumera?" Emblem Tiki asked.
"This may be a guess, but I might have an idea where you Emblems from another world truly come from. I've heard old stories before but... Hmm... I need to check on something real quick. In the mean time, feel free to interact with everyone here." Lumera said as she took off
"So what should we do since Alear and the others are resting?" Emblem Levi asked.
"Why not have a nice gathering?" Emblem Micaiah suggested. "Like we are right now?"
"Ooh that's a lovely idea!" Emblem Celica giggled.
"Hoo..." Alear wipe his forehad. "Recruiting the Bracelet Emblem really was hard work..."
"No kidding. We've been fighting one after the other." Amia agreed.
"No hard doing some extra battle every now and then. In fact, those battles made you stronger than ever." Alfred said.
"But it would be wise to relax. After all, we don't want our Divine Dragons to overwork themselves." Musse advised.
"Indeed. Not to mention it seems already late as it is. Wouldn't it be wise to call it a day?" Céline asked
"That would be a good idea. But, if my calculations to reach Elusia by ship. It will take us about two days from Firene. Wouldn't it be better if we can teleport ourselves there?" Alcryst asked.
"To be able to teleport from Firene and Elusia requires magical power. It's different compared to Divine Dragon power." Mona said. "What's more, for this many of us requires more magical power. But I suppose it wouldn't be difficult with many magic users here."
"I'm quite envy for the rest of you to use magic on a skill level. I'm pretty mad at magic myself." Diamant said.
"So we'll be teleporting to Elusia, then?" Timerra asked
"If so we can surprise them with our attack." Fogado said
"But we also want to see our Emblem friends wanted to see those places. If it something it can help us, we should look into it." Juna told them.
"That's true. But what do you all think?" Shez asked.
"Hmm... I rather we attack Elsuia and end Sombron for good... but if the Emblems can have something that can also weaken the Fell Dragon then we should take this chance to looking into the places." Céline suggest.
"Yeah I agree. Sure we got many Emblems and powerful allies at our side, but perhaps we should be prepare." Alfred agreed.
"Agreed. I take it that everyone is in an agreement, then?" Ivy asked
"All right. We still got a few minutes left. Let's use this time to rest up and see what we can find before our return to Elusia." He said as everyone nodded.
"Ha! Yah!" Florian was swinging training his dagger as Emblem Leif was watching his progress.
"That's it, Florian. Just a little bit more. After that. We can begin the next level." Emblem Leif encourage.
"Yeah! Hah! Raaugh!"
"I was wondering what was all the shouting." Yunaka approached.
"Oh hey Yunaka! Ha!" Florian throwing some jabs and then stopped. "What's up?"
"Oh I thought I should see what was all the shouting and see that you're training. You know I was kinda surprise that you've chosen to be a Thief."
"Well I'm pretty good on my feet so why not. Oh, that reminds me, Yunaka. Can I ask for some advise?"
"Advise from me? First time I've ever asked for one. What's up?" Yukana asked.
"I want to be more skilled when using my dagger. I was hoping to ask you on how to have more... skill in Stealth and stuff like that. Like how you and Zelkov do. And my aim too." Florian explain.
"So in other words, you wanna practice on being sneaky and be more good with your weapon, yeah?"
"That's the gist of it."
Yunaka run her chin, looking confused but also a little sad. "I'm not sure if I'm the perfect instructor for the job."
"So you won't then? I understand. Guess I'll continue training then."
"Okay, Have fun!" Yunaka said as she takes off.
"Huh... I wonder why she wouldn't wanna help me out..." Florian wondered as he sigh. "Guess it can't be help. Leif. How many weapons are you good at exactly?"
"I'm quite good at many weapons. Sword, Lances, Axes, a Bow, Magic, Daggers, Staffs. I'm quite good at many of those things. Horseback I'm also proficient at. I guess you can say I'm a jack of all trades." Emblem Leif answered.
"Wow. That's really incredible. How are you so adept to all those things?"
"I'm not sure. But it felt natural to me, I guess. You're coming a long way though. You got the hang of wielding that dagger."
"Thanks, Leif. But truth be told. I never once wielded weapons before. So this is new to me. In the world I've come from. We have Pokemon."
"Ah right. Your magical elemental bending companions. I'm surprise they existed. But this is another world. Still, these Pokemon are your... I'm sorry to say this, but weapons?"
"I wouldn't call them weapons. Unless they don't mind. But I think of them as my treasures. Along with my friends. Including you, Leif. I wanted to protect those treasures I've hold dear. That's what I've learn from all the journey and Pokemon battles I've been though to come this far." Florian smiled
"I see. That's a treasure thought, Florian. I'm glad to hear that. I'm sure your friends and your Pokemon will agree. I'm really looking forward to more of this. Let's keep training together Florian. I'll help you master any weapons you can handle."
"Thanks, Leif. Then let's dance!"
Break finish later...
"All right, is everyone finish with their breaks?" Alear asked as everyone nodded
"I've got extra training with wielding a dagger. I feel like I've became more familiar to it. I still like to keep honing that, though." Florian said.
"I've been... well... practicing more on my magic now." Penny replied.
"Me and Arven have been practicing our hand-to-hand combat so we're good to go!" Nemona cheered
"Except that I'm worn out. Phew... but I can still keep going." Arven sighed. "Traveling, I mean."
"Okay, if you say so. Please make sure not to overdo it." Amia said. "That said, we can all resume our journey before we head off to bed, right?"
"Right. Our final objective for today is to visit certain places our Emblems wish to visit. By using teleportation magic, we might be able to get this done more quickly. Is everyone, ready?" Alear asked as they nodded. "Okay, let's go."
"All right, to the Arena of the Gods." Diamant said as Mona, Emma, Aether, Ivy, Arval, Céline, Altina and Musse gathering their magical power together as a magic circle appeared and then teleported away.
(BGM ended)
To the Arena of the Gods later...
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - The Twelve Stars)
"Is this the place you wanted to go in, Lucina?" Amia asked as they enter the Arena of the Gods. "I can definitely feel a magical power here."
"Indeed. This is the Arena of the Gods you spoke of Prince Diamant?" Emma asked
"Indeed." Diamant nodded
"This appears very similar to Arena Ferox back my world. Most curious." Emblem Lucina hummed as Emblem Chrom and Robin appeared too.
"How very curious. First the temple that resembles the Dragon's Table and now this." Emblem Chrom mused.
"Oh, you don't know what Ferox is, do you?" Emblem Robin asked as some shake their heads. "Ferox is a kingdom divided by east and west, with a militaristic khan overseeing each."
"Every so many years, a fighting tournament is held to determine which khan will rule all." Emblem Lucina continued. "Arena Ferox is where I crossed swords with my father."
"Ah, right. That was when you were known as "Marth"." Emblem Chrom chuckled. "It brings back memories."
"Sounds like the fight must have been fierce." Alear said.
Emblem Lucina giggled. "It was a hard fight. As Father mention earlier that I was known as "Marth". I borrowed Marth's name to inspire hope. Father had no idea I was and held nothing back. It was at that moment when I first saw just how strong my father really was." She rub her chin. "That must be precisely why this familiar place was chosen as a trial ground."
"A trial ground?" Amia asked. "What does that mean?"
"You recall the Bracelet Emblems you recruited? You may have not notice it, but they prepare a trial for you on that very stage."
"It's true. When you awoke us, our powers as Emblems were limited. So we wanted to test you to see if you're qualified to use our full power." Emblem Chrom nodded.
"Emblems may be powerful. But in order for an Emblem to unleash their full potential, they must have a trial to determine whether the victor is qualified to use our full might or not." Emblem Chrom continued.
"Really?" Celine mused. "Huh. Hold on though. What about Edelgard, Dimitri and Claude?"
Emblem Dimitri, Claude and Edeglard appeared.
"Our powers were already at full power when we enter the Somniel. That is why we didn't prepare a trial for you." Emblem Edelgard explain.
"If that wasn't a case, we would indeed place a trial for you." Emblem Claude added
"Right now, we can't feel the same feeling as Lucina is, because only certain places that resemble her world is allowed to have a trial ground to unleash her full power." Emblem Dimitri finished
Emblem Lucina nodded. "It is as they said. We each feel the extraordinary power here. Tell me what it feels like, deep down."
"Hmm..." Alear rub his chin. "It's almost like I'm sensing your power... but also like you're far away. Oh, now I get it. Then that means..."
"Yes." Emblem Lucina nodded. "With that said, draw your weapon. If you pass the trial, our bond will grow stronger. Just as my fellow Emblems mention, with a stronger bond, you will be able to draw upon more of my power as an Emblem."
"Okay." Amia nodded. "I hope we can learn as much in this arena as you did."
"That's good to hear. However..." Emblem Lucina gave a serious look. "It's going to require more than hope for you to win this battle."
"After all we've been through, you're going to be surprised if you think I'm only brining hope to this fight." Alear smirked
"That's the spirit!" Emblem Lucina nodded in approval as she floated away to the center and then summon her Falchion.
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - Keepers of History (Frenzy))
"All right, Alear. Amia. Come at me without holding back! The rest of you will watch and determine who's the victor." Emblem Lucina declared.
"All right, you two gut this!" Juna cheered
"Good luck Divine ones!" Alfred said as Alear and Amia got out their sword.
"Let's do this sister! Marth, Rean." Alear turn to her and nodded
"Yes, brother! Together!"
"Right. On your guard!" Emblem Marth took his stand.
"We're with you!" Emblem Rean took his stand
Emblem of Hope - Emblem Lucina
Alear and Amia form a combat link.
Alear lung toward to Emblem Lucina and they swing at each other. Emblem Lucina spins swings upward and then combo jabs Alear, pushing him away, and Amia charges in for a swift x-slash on Emblem Lucina. Emblem Lucina blocks it and then counterattacks it. Emblem Lucina readied her sword for a thrust attack on Amia, she blocked but was push away. Emblem Lucina switch to her Parthia Bow and fired an arrow at Amia. Emblem Rean deflected the arrow as Alear and Emblem Marth lung at Emblem Lucina. Emblem Lucina switch to her Sword and then they swing at each other as Alear Swing, then Emblem Marth. Emblem Lucina block both attacks then she jump back, switch to a Bow as she flip and fire to Alear. Alear tilt his head to ddoge it.
Emblem Lucina then switch to her sword, took her stand and then lung at Alear. She and Alear swing at each other until Emblem Marth join in on the defense. Emblem Lucina then through a couple of thrust attacks at Alear block each. Then Amia join in by jump kicking at Emblem Lucina. Emblem Lucina backflipped, switch to a Bow and then fired at Amia. Amia was knocked away but she recovered. Amia reaided her sword as she and Emblem Rean lung and they swing at each other. Emblem Lucina launch a thrist, but Amia then backhand it with her fist and then kick upward, surprising Emblem Lucina and then launch her own thrust attack, knocking Emblem Lucina away, sliding.
"Hehe..." Emblem Lucina chuckled. "How nostalgic. It reminded me of that time I've faced Captain Falcon."
"Captain Falcon?" Amia asked
"A fellow Fighter in Smash Bros. His skills in hand-to-hand combat was beyond average. I was on the edge of losing if not for Robin's interference. But that's enough reminiscing." Emblem Lucina took her stand. "Let's resume." She lung toward Amia who reaided her stand and they swing at each other and Emblem Rean join in on the clashing between blades.
"Ah, how can I forget..." Emblem Chrom rubbing his head.
"He wasn't your finest moments but at least you had your chance." Emblem Robin chuckled as Emblem Chrom sighed.
Emblem Lucina quick spin, then she toss Falchion in the air, jump and then swing down toward Amia and Emblem Rean. They block her attack, then Emblem Lucina bounce off. She switch to her Bow and fired her arrows at the two. Amia deflected the arrow as Alear lung toward Emblem Lucina who switch to Falchion. They swing at each other a few times until Alear diagonal slash top right to bottom left, then Dancing Blade Combo on Emblem Lucina and push her away. Then He and Amia run toward Lucina. Both reaided their sword as Emblem Lucina readied herself. Alear and Amia take turns swinging at Lucina until Amia perform a hexlix slash strike on her and Alear finish it off with combo slashes, knocking Emblem Lucina away.
"Augh!" She winched rolling on the floor. "Hehe... Well done."
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - A Beacon of Light Awake)
"The combat skills of you two have grown admirably. It shouldn't be a surprise considering how many Emblem you defeated to recruit."
"You given us too many credit. We wouldn't have won if it weren't for Marth and Rean's support." Alear said.
"Even so, you two did most of the work. You two grown strong and became a formidable opponent. It compares to when we first met."
"We should be thanking you, Lucina. It was because of your guidance Lucina that we came this far." Amia stated.
Emblem Lucina chuckled. "Those are some kind words. If I helped you both, then I couldn't be happier. There's a lesson there, you know. What one person can achieve on their own is limited."
"You're right. We've couldn't have come this far by ourselves." Alear smiled. "Everything we've accomplished has been thanks to those who have fought besides me."
"I'm relieved to hear that. I feel my friends close by, even now. Their spirits live on in me."
"Their spirits, huh..." Amia said
Emblem Lucina nodded. "The power of bonds with them helped us to change a hopeless future. The same as you are now, with your own allies."
"But you and everyone else are one of those allies, aren't you, Lucina?"
"Of course!" Emblem Lucina smiled. "U'll fight with you two until the very last."
"Then we can't lose. No matter what the world sends our way." Alear smiled.
"You're right! Our bonds are far stronger than destiny!" Emblem Lucina nodded. "And with that, looks like my trial grounds is done. Only nine more to go."
"Right. I wonder who's next that closest." Alear wondered. "Let's go chat with everyone." He said as they nodded. "Okay everyone."
"So I take it you've done with your private chat?" Emblem Ike asked.
"Yep. So now we need to discuss which Trial ground is next." Emblem Lucina answered
"Hmm... Well I can feel mine is the closest." Emblem Arianrhod answered. "Can you show me the map?" She asked as Renne pull out her ARCUS Alpha, tap a few buttons and a hologram of Elyos. "Mark there." She pointed at a Brodia territory.
"Okay, I beleive we got the coordinate. Let's go everyone." Emma said as she gather around, she, Mona, Arval, Ivy, Céline and Aether combine their magic and teleported away.
(BGM ended)
To an ancient town that resembles Legram...
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - A Twelve Stars)
"This place..." Aether looking around, looking surprised along with Emblem Rean, Emma, Emblem Levi, Emblem Elliot, and Emblem Crow.
"What a lovely town." Alear mused. "I don't see anyone here... but is this the place you wanted to see Arianrhod?"
Emblem Arianrhod appeared next to him. "Indeed. This town is identical to my hometown. Legram."
"Legram is your hometown?" Amia asked
"Indeed. Here is this very town, many of my treasured memories were from here. Memories where I formed a group of knights called the Eisenritter during the War of the Lion. Where I met Dreichels Reise Arnor, where I met two friends from another world... and... where I became an Awakener to a Divine Knight named the Argent Knight Argreion." Emblem Arianrhod smiled. "I could not help but feel reminiscing."
"I can understand. So this is the origin of your story?" Alear asked
"Indeed. This very town is the center of all to come in my life. The most was during the War of the Lion. I hate to see how the people are affected by war."
"The War of the Lion?" Amia asked
"It's a civil war where Dreichel's brothers fought each other for their claim to the throne. Drechel's has no claim for the throne due to half of his blood is in commoner lineage and was shunned by his brothers who are noble birth. He chose to renounce his royal obligations, journey to the Nord Highland, and live among the nomads. It was also where he met his first friend, Aether."
"Aether? You mean our Aether?" Alear asked
"That's right." Aether stepped up. "Honestly, I'm shocked to see this very town... even if they are identical. I met Dreichels during the path and guide him to the Nord Highland. From there, his mother in her deathbed told him that the royal blood within his veins won't allow him to turn back on the Empire that will suffer. Her words ring true when the Crown Prince Manfred was assassinated by his brother, Four Prince Orthros. He started a coup d'état and seize the royal capital of Heimdallr. He declared himself the new Emperor, causing the other princes to start the War of the Lion."
"That's awful..."
"Indeed. But in the end when I rallied the Eisenritter, I joined forces with Dreichels and Aether who could not allow the innocent people to suffer by this war. Me, and Driechels piloted the Divine Knights into battle. How fitting for this place to be our trial." Emblem Arianrhod turn to the Dragon Twins. "Alear, Amia. It is time for the two of you to face me in battle. If you overcome the trial, our bonds will grow stronger and you'll awaken the full intent of my power."
"I understand. Then let us prepare for our battle." Alear nodded.
(BGM ended)
"Then hold nothing back." Emblem Arianrhod nodded with a smile. She then teleported away and summon Fabrication to battle.
(Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes ost - Corridors of the Tempest)
"All right, everyone, to battle!" Amia raised her sword and declared as everyone charge toward battle with the Fabrications.
Ivy and Hortensia throw Elfire and Elwind toward the Fabrication Sages who use their magic to conjure a barrier and then counter by throwing Elthunder at them. They dodge as Zelkov and Kagetsu slash the Sages together. Then Rosemary throw her Spear at the Warrior who was approaching them. The Warrior dodge and switch to his Bow and Arrow and fired one at Goldmary. She roll to her left as Rosado flew in, rapidly jab and slash the Warrior to defeat. Pannette swirl her axe and then swing wildly against the Besekerers and Wariors, knocking them away with her strength as Merrin rides on her Wolf to slash the Berserkers with her Knives before killing one by slashing through. Pandreo gathering a large fireball overhead and then throws it toward the Halbardiers. They form a spinning shield to block the attack and charge at him. Yukana, Jean, Anna and Bunet got in front and readied themselves for a fight.
Griffin Knights flew from above to throw Spears onto Clanne, Framme, Vander and Alfred. Vander deflected it while Clanne and Alfre dodge on their horse while Framme catch it and throw it back at them. Clanne gathering wind magic and form a tornado to flow the Griffin Knights down for Franne, Vander and Alfred to strike. Griffin Knights circle around Boucheron, Etie, Diamant, Alcryst, Lapis, Citrinne, Amber and Jade as two of them throw Tomahawks while the other were Spears.
"Look out!" Amber spin his Silver Lance in a form of a spinning shield to block off one of the spear as Lapis dodge, Citrinne ended up getting a stretch.
"Augh!" She winched while Boucheron and Etie getting hit while Diamant deflected a spear with his Tomakawk and Alcryst jump back to dodge.
"Take this!' Etie fired her arrow toward one of the circling Griffin Knight but ended up a miss. "Grr!"
"Alcryst." Emblem Crow look at him. "Remember what I taught ya?"
"Huh? Oh, right!" Alcryst readied his bow, aiming for one of the circling Griffin Knights and then fired and shot one down.
"One down, get them, Alcryst!" Diamant cheered
"Save some for me!" Etie requested as she readied her bow and fire an arrow.
Alhaitham impaled and slash a Fabrication Paladin and then spotted two Griffin Knights fleeing toward him. Alhaitham snapped his finger and a dome appeared, trapping them and shards tearing them with damage. Alhaitham then imbued his sword with green energy, unleashed combo slashes, and then finished it with one final swing to defeat them. Arval was clashing with a Martial Master as he threw Dark Magic but the Martial Master backhanded it and then threw a kick. Arval tilt his body to dodge and then grabbed and toss the Martial Master in the air and throw Luna to defeat the foe. Kazuha and then Paladin swung at each other until Kazuha quick slash, combo rapid slashes, and then swung fiercely to push back the Paladin. Shez swings his Duel Blades against the Halbardier who blocks with it Lance, swirls its lance to the back, and throws thrust attacks. Shez blocks it and then riposte, throwing the Halbardier off guard and then combo slash rapidly and then slash through it.
Kurt and a Griffin Knight swing at each other fiercely with speed until Kurt dodge the attack and then rapid spin slash, slashing rapidly and then a quick spin slash to throw the Griffin and its rider off and finish it off by thrusting on its chest. Ash swirls his axe overhead and then swings rapidly and fiercely on a group of Sages, Martial Masters, Theives and Royal Knights.
Musse firing her Orbal Rifle as she runs. Musse swirl her Rifle and then fire one shot and another against the Girffin Knights, Wyvern Knights, Mage Knights and High Priests. Altina swing Claiomh Solais and knock back a few fabrications. One of the Wyvern Knights slam its axe and swing at her. Altina dodge the attack and then counter with a backflip as Claiomh Solais rotate around Altina and slam hard on the Wyvern Knight and then fire laser at it. Venti shoots his arrows and multiple to rain down Griffin Knights and Wyvern Knights. Then two Swordmasters were running toward him and he snapped his finger and a gust of wind blew them away. Florian throw his Dagger at the Thieve who dodge and counter with its own daggers. Florian dodge as Nemona go for a pummel attack and Arvan kick him. Penny fire laser beams and then swing upward to fire another set of energy bullets while Renne swirling her scythe and then, lung toward and slashes through many Fabrications.
Alear and Emblem Marth swing their sword against the Warrior who swing his axe to them, shoulder bash, and then swings fiercely, but they dodge and counter with rapid jabs and slashes. Amia and Emblem Rean throw out a couple of Diagonal slashes and then combo-slash the Halbardier. Timerra swirls her Silver Lance, impales the ground, jumps and spins the Faberication, pulls her Lance, and swings attack while Fogado swings his Silver Sword against the Faberication. Emblem Ike swings fiercely and knock away two Paladin and One Great Knight as Aether swoop in, slash each one with Phantom slashes, defeating them.
"Come on, the path is clear." Emblem Marth said as they nodded and they take off.
They fight their way against a couple of Swordmaster, Griffin Knights, Wolf Knights, Thieves and Great Knights to push their way through to reach Emblem Arianrhod who's waiting for them at the entrance to a manor.
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - Keepers of History)
"You fought well to make it this far." Emblem Arianrhod clapped her hands and then summoned her Lance causing Alear, Amia, Aether, Timerra and Fogado to readied their weapons. But Alear and Amia were shivering "Are you feeling nervous? I can sense your hesitation."
"How could we've not? You're the strongest Emblem." Alear responds, feeling a sweat on his cheek. "Your armor has the strongest durability and your form shows no opening. It's almost like we're facing an even stronger foe than the Fell Dragon. Someone with strength that surpasses humanity. The air and presence around you feels like our knees would give out."
"You may be right. I've faced opponents who were in your position. However, if you are hesitant, you will not stand a chance against the Fell Dragon or enemies who surpass human limitations or even entities such as Gods. Your mind will be clouded with doubt. Affecting your judgment. You must show me your determination if you wish to surpass the Fell Dragon. For you, your allies. And all the people who hail from this world. Fight with no hesitation. Join with your allies and fight as one."
Amia took a deep breath and then look with determination. "Of course. We'll fight with every fiber of our being. With everyone who stand against us!"
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - Keepers of History (frenzy))
"Excellent. I can see those eyes of yours filled with determination. Now. Show me the strength of all who stood with you!" Emblem Arianrhood took her stand.
Emblem of Steel - Emblem Arianrhod.
Alear form a combat link with Timerra as Amia form a combat link with Fogado. Emblem Marth, Emblem Rean and Emblem Ike stood
Timerra lung toward Emblem Arianrhod and they swing at each other with their lances, but Emblem Arianrhod rapidly thrust on her and push her away as Alear charge with his thrust attack and then Dancing Blade her. Alear swing horizontally while Emblem Marth let out combo slashes. Emblem Arianrhod block each one but then taken some hits. Her Armor however, made her received little damage. She swirl her lance and then quick spin them to push them away. Fogado shoot his arrow at her, but Emblem Arianrhod backhand it as Emblem Rean throw a slash projection. Emblem Arianrhod dodge as Amia ran and then slash Emblem Arianrhod.
They swing at each other as Emblem Arianrhod rapidly thrust, then swinging her lance and then slash. Amia taken some damage as she managed to block some of them until she cartwheel sleep, but that wasn't enough against Emblem Arianrhod strength as she was launch flying. Fogado's begin casting an Orbal Art: Nemesis Arrow to struck Emblem Arianrhod. She taken some hit and then she lunged toward Fogado, slashing through him and his steed. Then Emblem Arianrhod readied for her rapid thrust attack but Fogado jump off his horse as his steed ran to safety and fire an arrow at her. She deflected the Arrow as Fogado landed. He pull out his Silver Sword and then they swing at each other and then power struggle.
"I can see the firm fire in your eye Prince Fogado. That love for Solm and your concern for your people. First Prince you may be, you're more than happy to suppose your older sister when her time to ascend to the throne as Crown Princess, you display the true responsibility as Solm Prince. I couldn't help but be proud that I engaged with you." Emblem Arianrhod said with a warm smile as she won the power struggle and slashed Fogado, sending him away as he barely recovered.
"And I'm glad that I engaged to you too." Fogago retake his stand. "Solm means everything to me. As well as my family. I know when Timerra becomes Queen, I'll be ther every step to help her."
"Your personality reminded me so much of the man that I love. I can almost see him through you. Minus how oblivious he is." Emblem Arianrhod take her stand. "Then show me more of that determination, Prince Forgado."
"Of course. I'll fight you with all that I have Steel Maiden." Fogado switch to his bow, readying his arrow and fire.
Emblem Arianrhod block the arrow, but can feel some minor damage to her. Amia then follow up by combo slashing left and right twice. Emblem Arianrhod and Amia swing at each other, then Emblem Rean slash through her and then quick spin slash her back, allowing Amia to follow up with helix slashes and then a Critical Strike, knocking Emblem Arianrhod back.
"Nugh!" Emblem Arianrhod grunted and then raise, gathering magical powers. "Thunder of the Royalty Heavens, Fall to the Battlefield!" She yelled as divine lightning shoot in the air and then struck on Amia, Fogado, Timerra, and Alear.
"Augh!" They winched as Aether was the only one who dodge it and then he lung toward Emblem Arianrhod. They clash their weapons at each other, swinging rapidly, moving into zig-zag until the two of them were power struggling.
"I couldn't help but feel nostalgic with you, Aether. Fighting like this reminded me of those times when you train me to be your champion." Emblem Arianrhod smiled as Aether pull his sword and go for a diagonal slash and she block and counter with her swing.
"How could I ever forget. Those were my treasured moments of our time together. Reminiscing like this couldn't help but bring joy to my heart." Aether said as he and Emblem Arianrhod swing at each other fiercely.
"If only Rose were here, then we would have an interesting gathering." Emblem Arianrhod then swirl her Lance, then impales the ground to drag it and then swing upward to push Aether back.
Aether impale the ground to hold his ground as Alear and Emblem Marth jump in the air and then swung down at Emblem Arianrhod. She block it with her lance but they jump off, then they swing at her. She block both of their attacks, she kick Alear but he dodge and counter with rapid thrust attacks, then reverse grip and swing, pushing Emblem Arianrhod as Emblem Marth zoom and then slash around Emblem Arianrhod by teleporting. Emblem Arianrhod then used her craft: Ultimate Saber as unleash a powerful spin slash to push Emblem Marth away. Emblem Ike jump into the air and go for an Aether. Emblem Arianrhod jump back and then she and Ike swing at each other fiercely. They push each other away as Timerra jump, curl and then throw her Silver Lance at Emblem Arianrhod. She jump back as Timerra landed, then she and Arianrhod swing at each other.
Timerra backflip. "You know, I'm actually super nervous when I'm facing you in battle."
"Oh? What happened to the brave Crown Princess who hailed her head high when Princess Hortensia threaten to kill Queen Serforia?"Emblem Arianrhod asked with a tease.
"Haha! You're still looking at her! I'm just nervous facing someone like you, Arianrhod. But I won't hold back. As Solm Crown Princess, I will defeat you to show you my resolve."
"I expect nothing less Princess Timerra." Emblem Arianrhod let out a smirk filled with Pride and then she lung toward Timerra
"Whoa!" Timerra quickly backflip with a sweat on her cheek as Emblem Arianrhod pass by her.
Timerra and Emblem Arianrhod swing at each other and then Emblem Ike swing Randall upward to throw off Emblem Arianrhod, then swing down heavy, kick and Timerra follow up as her skill: Sandstorm allow her to slash through her, piercing her defense.
"Augh!" Emblem Arianrhod winched as Alear follow up with combo slashes.
Emblem Arianrhod ready to strike but Fogado fire an arrow at her. She backhands it as Amia lung and slash through her. Amia then swing her Sword with Emblem Rean joining her. Emblem Rean swing his Tahci but Emblem Arianrhod block, then swirl her lance over and then behind her for a graceful thrust. Amia dodge and counter with rapid slashes as she circle around Emblem Arianrhod, slashing her. Emblem Arianrhod block each one until Amia swings upward. Emblem Arianrhod block it, but Amia dropped her sword and then punch Emblem Airnarhod's armor and then cartwheel kick her face, then Fogado followed up by throwing his arrow at Emblem Arianrhod. Amia grabbed her sword and Emblem Arianrhod threw rapid thrust attacks, swinging gracefully but fierce one powerful thrust to strike, but Amia cartwheel dodged as Fogado fire another arrow onto Emblem Arianrhod's shoulder.
Aether's blade glow golden energy and then send out slash projections. Emblem Arianrgod deflected them and then lung at him. They swing at each other and damaging each other until Aether cartwheel kick, then flip kick and then rapid thrust attack to push Emblem Arianrhod back.
Timerra throw her Silver Lance at Emblem Arianrhod in a cartwheel form where she blocks it and then Alear and Emblem Marth swing at her. They swing at each other until Timerra swirl her Lance for a backslash and then rotates thrust as Emblem Ike swing his sword, throw his knees kick and then quick spin slash. Emblem Arianrhod taken some serious hits. Alear and Emblem Marth both taken turns to slash Emblem Arianrhod. She block and push them both away until Timerra jump in and she swirl her Silver Lance. She clash with Emblem Arianrhod until she throw some thrusts, backslash and then diagonal slash down. Fogado fire his arrow which Emblem Arianrhod jump away. Fogado reload and resume firing with speed. Emblem Arianrhod taken some hits until Amia run in and then throw combo slashes before rapid thrusts and diagonal slash downward left and upward right, swing down and then slash around her.
Emblem Rean swoop and slash around Emblem Arianrhod, leaving trails of slashes to convert into damage. Then Emblem Marth throw Rapid thrust attacks and skyward swing. Emblem Arianrhod taken considerable damage and then regain her stand. She lung toward the team with superhuman speed and throw rapid thrusts to attack. Alear and Emblem Marth taken serious hits as they were push back, but they lung toward her and they swing at each other. Alear throw a slash, then follow up high heel kick. Emblem Arianrhod dodge and grabbed Alear's leg, but Alear twist his body to kick Emblem Arianrhod to force her to let go. Emblem Marth's Rapier land some critical hits.
Emblem Arianrhod however still hold her ground as she used her craft: Ultimate Saber to push Emblem Marth back to Alear. Fogado fire his arrow and struck Emblem Arianrhod. She turn and lung to throw rapid thrusts, follow up with slash combo, but Fogado dodge some of them while he had to block with his Silver Sword. Fogado swing swiftly and Fierce as Emblem Arianrhod block and throw a punch to throw Fogado off guard, then a thrust to push him away as Amia Combat link ability: Vengence activated and slash Emblem Arianrhod. Fogado recovered, readied his bow as Amia along with Emblem Rean swing at Emblem Arianrhod who respond in kind.
"Time to party!" Fogado fired his critical shot and struck Emblem Arianrhod with considerable damage.
Emblem Rean combo slash her along with Amia, then Amia took a stand where she did the Battoujutsu stand and slash through Emblem Arianrhod, leaving behind a large slash that converted into damage. Fogoado follow up with firing three arrows at once. Emblem Arianrhod taken considerable damage and then Timerra her Spear. Emblem Arianrhod deflect it and then Alear thrust attack. She backhand it and go for a thrust attack. Alear jump, grabbed on to the lance and cartwheel kick her. Alear landed on his feet and then Dancing Blade her. Emblem Arianrhod shield herself with her Lance until Alear charge his thrust attack and then go for it, making a powerful force to pierce through Emblem Arianrhod's defences with a powerful shockwave
A moment of silence happened.
"Hehe..." Emblem Arianrhod let out a chuckled as she fell to her knees. "Impressive."
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - A Beacon of Light Awake)
The Fabrication then faded away as everyone felt they had have been through a tough fight.
"Hah... hah... Phew!" Timerra fell on her butt. "Man that was exhausting."
"Yeah... hah... no kidding..." Fogado wipe his forehead as his horse approached and he lay his back on it. "Thanks buddy." He said as his horse snort.
"You've all fought well. Well done." Emblem Arianrhod praised.
"Hah... Hah... I... Never felt... so exhausted in my life!" Alear panted. "No wonder they call you the Steel Maiden and the strongest out of all the Emblems. It took everything we had to defeat you... And you barely have any injuries yourself."
"And yet, you were able to bring me to my knees. That shows promising results. Surely now, all of you and your allies might feel something within you has change."
"I guess... so? I do feel a lot sore than usual. And it's all over my body." Amia said
"Those soreness will wear off overtime. But this exercise also grant you new powers and skills you have yet awoken." Emblem Arianrhod.
"Yeah... I can definitely feel like I've grown even stronger." Alear mused. "But this also prove that we have that determination to defeat the Fell Dragon."
"Indeed. There is a lesson to learn from this. And I learn from experiences. Sombron may have immense power. But he stands alone. Back when I learn of the great darkness that haunted Erebonia from Dreichels and Aether. I had to take measures into my own hands with Aether. We vow to free Drechels and his reincarnated soul from the darkness that haunts him. But... I've forgotten the lesson Drechels has taught me and stood on my own. I've witnessed new generations of heroes who show me their valor, hope, determination, and Aegis. Their strength unified into one and defeated my strength alone. During the Rivalry of the Seven, I've lost to Rean Schwarzer and Crow Armbrust. They have the strength that I lacked. And their resolve surpasses my expectations. They have the power to change fate itself. No matter if the foe is a god or a being with immense power, they cannot rival the hopes and bonds of humanity. They've defeated the great evil and free Erebonia from its wicked curse. That is why I wish impact this knowledge to you, Alear, Amia."
"I see. Thank you, Arianrhod." Alear smiled as he nodded. "We'll take heed to your wisdom in our hearts."
"I'm glad to hear that. With this, our bonds have grown stronger. I'm proud of each and every one of you."
"And we're lucky yo have you as our ally, Arianrhod." Amia smiled.
"Phew. I'm exhausted. Why don't we take five before heading to the next place, yeah?" Fogado suggested.
"Yeah. Sounds like a good plan. But who's next after this?" Timerra asked.
"Mine is the closest. We can start from there." Emblem Ike suggests
"Okay. Let's take a good break." Alear nodded as he sighed.
(BGM ended)
One break later...
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - The Twelve Stars)
Everyone was teleported to an ancient castle and battlefield.
"So what's this place?" Florian asked.
"Hmm... This looks like Gebal Castle back in our world." Emblem Soren said. "It where the borders between the nations of Crimea and Gallia."
"Interesting that this place is where we will have our trial." Emblem Ike fold his arm. "We were pursued here by forces from the kingdom of Daein. They laid siege, trapped us. Our strength was cut off. The strength of their forces was overwhelming. My father had died and I'd taken up his role as leader od the Greil Mercenaries. And this is where I met my first great trial."
"That sounds rough. What did you do?" Alear asked
"I fought—to protect my sister and the Greil Mercenaries. If you found yourself in the same situation, what would you two do?"
"If you ask me. I'd like to think I would also fight. I don't want anyone I care about to be harmed." Amia answered
"Yeah. I was thinking the same."
"And I believe you two would fight well." Emblem Ike nodded with a smile. "So show me how you would defend those near to you. No words now, only deeds."
"Another fight?" Amia asked
"Yes. If you win this fight, our bonds will become even stronger."
"Got it. We won't lose." Amia nodded.
"In that case, I'll—"
"No, Soren. You and the others will watch." Emblem Ike said.
"I..." Emblem Soren sighed. "Understood. You heard him everyone."
"Hey, is it okay if me and Fogado join this fight too?" Timerra asked
"Yeah. We wanna show you how strong we've become too." Fogado agreed
"Fine by me. Let's get started! Follow me." He said as they take off.
"Okay so which place is next after this?" Renne asked as they discussed with the other Emblems.
With Alear and the others...
"All right. This spot will do the trick." Emblem Ike said. "Are you guys ready?" He asked as Alear, Amia, Timerra and Fogado got out their weapons and take their stand. "Perfect." Ike pull out his Ragnell.
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - Keeper of History (Frenzy))
"Show me a good battle!" Emblem Ike declared.
Emblem of Strength - Emblem Ike.
Alear form a combat link with Timerra and Amia form a combat link with Fogado.
Emblem Ike zoom toward Amia and slash her, but Emblem Rean and Amia block the attack together until he pull back and quick spin them. They were push back sliding until Alear lung toward and they two swing at each other until Emblem Ike shoulderbash him and then quick spin. Emblem Marth block and counterattack him as Timerra swoop in and thrust him. Emblem Ike taken some considerable damage and then he swing at Timerra who duck and then swing at him. He block and they swing at each other until Emblem Ike kick her and then slash her away. Fogado fired his arrow at Emblem Ike, he duck and then go after him. Emblem Ike swing at Fogado who dodge and counter with a kick. Emblem Ike grabbed the leg but Fogado cartwheel kick him to let go. Fogado recovered and then throw an arrow onto Emblem Ike and struck him. Amia then follow up with a combo slash.
Amia swing vertically twice until Ike block and counterattack to throw her off. Emblem Ike swing down but Emblem Rean block the attack and counterattack and then Amia throw a thrust attack, forcing Emblem Ike to block but was push back. Fogado fire his arrow at Emblem Ike with swift speed, striking him. Fogado then switch to his Silver Sword as Emblem Ike jump into the air and then cartwheel down toward him. Fogado knew he was powerful enough to break a blade so he jump out of the way where the ground crack in half.
'Oh sweet Divine Dragon that was close.' Fogado sweatdrops in his thought and then he swing at Emblem Ike.
They swing at each other fiercely, slashing and backslashing each other until Fogado high heel kick him and then kick him in the guts to push him back. Amia lung and combo slash him swiftly.
"Tch!" Emblem Ike winched and then he swing down heavily.
Amia dodge and then throw combo slashes onto him. Emblem Ike taken considered damage and then he and Amia swing at each other until Timerra jump overhead and then go for a plunge attack. Amia and Emblem Ike jump away and then Alear rush toward and he and Emblem Ike swing at each other, throwing punches and slash from their swords until Timerra join in by thrust. Fogado readied his arrow, waiting for the perfect moment as Timerra swirl her Silver Lance and then swings down on Emblem Ike. Emblem Ike block, then Fogado fired his arrow and push him back. Amia follow up with combo slashes. Emblem Ike then raised his sword, took his stand and then lung at insane speed and strike on Timerra
"Augh!" She winched, knocked away rolling and then quick spin with powerful force to blow away Fogado and the Dragon Twins back.
Everyone recovered as Emblem Ike lung toward the Alear. Alear hold his ground and then they swing at each other relentlessly. Emblem Ike swing upward to catch Alear off guard and then slash a diagonal left.
"Nnugh!" Alear winched as he was push back. 'What strength...!'
Timerra throw her Spear until Emblem Ike swing it down on the floor. Her spear return to her hand and then lung toward Emblem Ike, swinging and clashing with him until Emblem Ike throw a punch. Timerra block until Emblem Ike clockwise swing, throw a kick and then swing diagonal left. Timerra block and dodge each one until Sandstorm ability kick in and slash him.
"Augh!" Emblem Ike winched.
"Let's do this, Divine One!" Timerra yelled as her combat link glow with Alear.
"Got it!" Alear then lung toward Emblem Ike as he and Timerra throw slashes on him.
Timerra swing her lance diagonally left and right and then swing down on him and Alear warp around, slashing and then leaving a trail of a wide slash behind Emblem Ike.
"Nnugh!" Emblem Ike winched and then he fell to his knees. "Hehe... not bad."
(BGM ended)
(Fire Emblem Engage ost - A Beacon of Light Awake)
Emblem Ike got back on his feet. "You guys did great out there. You overcome the trial."
"Thanks Ike. It was a hard worthy battle." Amia smiled
"Yep. You sure know how to pack a punch." Timerra nodded.
"Thanks for the compliment. You should know that, going forward, the fighting's going to get more intense. It's important to remember that you two are leaders, and you must not give in to the pressure. In this war, there can be no retreat."
"You're right." Alear nodded. "If we run away, the world will be covered in darkness." Then he place his arm over to his elbow. "But I worry that fighting this hard may be too much for everyone. Or... too much for me."
"Brother..." Amia muttered
"There are people who need your help. Don't worry. You are more than capable along with Amia." Emblem Ike smiled with a nod. "And when it seems your spirit might break, it's the bonds you've forged that will win the day."
"We'll hold your words in my heart." Alear smiled
"Don't worry. If it looks like you've forgotten it, I'll be there to remind you."
"You'll be by our side, always?"
"Always."
"Thank you, Ike." Alear sighed with a smile. "We're glad to know you're here with us."
"Phew! Man talk about a workout in the end." Fogado rolled his arm. "I think we need a break from all that."
"Yeah. We don't wanna over do it too." Timerra nodded. "Let's take a break before we head to the next place."
"Right. Let's take five. And if it's getting late, we're head back to the Somniel and rest." Alear nodded as he look at the time. "It's 10: 25 P.M. right now. We still got a few more until midnight."
Three Emblems Bonds Max unlock, only seven more to go.
Here are the data for the Emblems who they faced.
Emblem Lucina: An Emblem who inspires hope for even the smallest of chances. Strikes gracefully with no opening. She strikes with both a sword and a bow in the perfect opportune moment.
HP: 370196
Emblem Arianrhod: An Emblem of Steel and the Strongest Emblem. Her formidable strength pierces even the hardest defenses and armor with high durability. Her skill with the lance in unparallel in battle.
HP:574302
Emblem Ike: An Emblem of Strength with an Ironwill. Ike strikes fiercely with both swing and axes to shake the ground to its core.
HP:429013
Oh and here's the Updated Ring of the Steel Maiden
Ring of the Steel Maiden Engage Exclusive Bonds Unlock
11 Strong Bond
12 DEF/RES 4
13. Steel Resolve: A Sync skill to grant immunity from Weapon Break.
14. Knife Proficiency
15. Divine Grand Cross. Engage Weapon. A powerful lance wielded by Emblem Arianrhod. Can strike close off at Range. Mt: 18 Hit: 80 Crit: 10 Wt: 16
16. Armored Effect Null
17. Mighty Armor
18. DEF/RES5
19. Mighty Armor
20. Deep Synergy
Stats Boost DEF/RES/Build
12. 4. 4. 5
14. 4. 4. 6.
18 5. 5. 7
19. 6. 6. 8