Story/Chapter 38: Difference between revisions

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*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In any case, I would like to learn more about how Calonne is doing. But alas, the poisonous gas here makes this place unsuitable for such conversations.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If it is alright with you, I would like to invite you all to our village. I'm sure the villagers would be happy to meet a friend of Calonne's''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Return...? You mean to Elrios?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I'm not certain if it's related, but strange things do happen around this area. Things that should be here disappear, while things that shouldn't be, appear.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I can't say I know all that happens in the sea... But this is the first time I've encountered anyone from Elrios in this tunnel.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Why are you all looking at me so strangely?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I'm sorry, we do not know much about what happened at the surface since we've been sent down here... Did somebody develop a technology that connects between our realm and Elrios already?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Would you be able to trust the information I give you?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''How's this? If you accept my invitation to visit our village, I will use the special transportation device I used, to lead you to the surface.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I will act as your guide, and you can supervise my actions.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Would you believe it if I say it's because the news of a long lost friend is very dear to me?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Thank you for accepting my offer.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I will lead you to the village. This way.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It's because of the powerful sea current below the tunnel. If you are swept away, you will be lost forever.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Of course, I suspect with your skills this is rather unnecessary, but why waste energy if there's an easier way?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''That was part of the reason, but more importantly...''

*''Beep-! Beep-!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Ah... Looks like we've exceeded maximum capacity. My mistake, it's been a long time since I had to transport so many people.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We can't land by the village at this rate. After we pass through the current, I will attempt an emergency landing.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''There's a layer of air beneath the current here. It's why we've built the village underneath the sea current.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Do not worry. I've made sure to reinforce the surface multiple times in case this happens.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We are exiting the sea current.''

*''Crash!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Looks like it was a successful landing.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Just because it's beautiful doesn't mean it's a great place to live. This cold, barren, desolate winter sea...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We call this place, Rigomor.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Hm? This place...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Well, you see... The deep sea creatures here have strange... habits.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''They collect hard, or shiny objects to build their nests.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Of course it's troublesome. It's not an easy device to produce. We might have to drag this submarine all the way to the village if we do not have the energy core.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I have one more request.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''The reason why they've taken the energy core is merely because it's in their nature to do so. They do not intend harm in anyways. Would it be possible... Not to harm any of the creatures?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If it's too difficult then...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I will remain here and attempt to communicate with the villagers. Please, remember my request.''

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{{Quest

*Complete the '''Emergency Landing''' story quest

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Haivan, who introduces himself as Winster's son, leads the party deep into the nest.

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*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Where is it hidden? Why is this happening now!''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''...!! Who's there! Who... Intruders?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Winster...? My father?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''... An invitation? Energy core... Then the crash earlier must have been father's submarine... And the creatures here probably took the energy core.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Well, you know my father's name, and you smell like oil and sea water. Alright then, where's father?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''... And you just left him there? I mean, it's not really my problem, but I'm surprised you left him alone.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''He could be calling reinforcements with all of you here, you know?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Hey, hey, relax. I know I'm the one who brought it up, but I'm sure it's fine. Father's the representative of the village, and all he cares about is the safety of the villagers.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''Since you all managed to come here without a single injury, I don't think we'd be able to stop you anyway.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''???:''' ''What? Of course it's important. I'm just stating the facts, no need to get all worked up like that.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I'm Haivan. I'm the son of the village representative, Winster. As you can see, I'm a Nous.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Oh, that's what we're called. Since it seems like you don't know, I guess you're not from around here?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''At least... Not all of you.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Whatever. In any case, how about we move together for now? You might have noticed, but I'm also looking for something of mine.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Since the energy core is shiny, it's more likely to be somewhere deep within the nest than a junk yard like here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Whatever for? My father's guest is my guest! Come on, I'll show you the way.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''The creatures here are kind of troublesome. I'll leave them up to you when they appear.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''If you're here, you must have heard the bare minimum at least. So, how much did he tell you about the village?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''It's as expected, but he kept to the basics. From what I heard, the Garen's betrayal was a lot more... Devastating.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Yeah. Garen have sharper fangs and claws, and superior strength. There's no Nous that can win against a Garen on a 1 on 1 fight.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Uhh... Sort of? I've met a Garen, but she wasn't an enemy. I was born after we've settled in Rigomor.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''There's still those who've experienced the war, but that's already like, several centuries ago.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... Hm. So that's what father believes.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''You didn't? Any demon knows the...''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Um... Sure, I guess there's someone who might know. Do you at least know the story of the Demon King and the 4 Lords?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Oh, so you know. Our ruler is one of the 4 Lords under the demon king.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''The ruler of the Northern Beasts, the White-Ghost King Aegirp, that's the name.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I've heard a lot about this ruler, and they were all great. A wise ruler, a compassionate ruler...''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''My father's especially loyal. Maybe it's because he experienced the changes personally.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Haha, now you're putting words in my mouth. Father represents the village, which means his will is also the village's.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''As long as I live in the village, you can say that my belief lies in tandem with his.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Haha, we're almost there. These guys hide the most important stuff in there.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I'm hurt. What did I do to deserve all this suspicion? I haven't done anything bad yet.''

*{{StoryIcon|?}} '''Trosh:''' ''Screee-!''

*{{StoryIcon|?}} '''Trosh:''' ''Scree! Screeeee!''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I told you they'd be troublesome.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Fighting really isn't my forte, so I'll leave it to you guys.''

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{{Quest

*Complete the '''History of the Beasts''' story quest

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Haivan talks about the White-Ghost King Aegirp.<br>What is Winster thinking, serving the ruler who's barely alive.

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*{{StoryIcon|?}} '''Trosh:''' ''Scree...''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Hm? As you can see, I'm finishing them off. You do realize they're thieves right?''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... Father did? But if you leave them alone, they're just going to repeat the same thing.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... You're not much of a demon either, are you.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Oh well. We've found the energy core, so let's go back. I found what I was looking for, too.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''You're back.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It must have been troublesome finding this, and you've kept your promise?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I see.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... Are you really the Steel Queen?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Haivan!!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''You are standing before one of the 4 rulers of the demon realm. Pay proper respect.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... I apologize for my insolence.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Yes, although you look different than before, it wasn't hard to recognize you.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''So initially, I was thinking about destroying the tunnels. I couldn't just stand idly knowing that the villagers will be hurt, and the village destroyed.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''But now, I feel grace and dignity from you, in place of the violent intent. I was certain that now, you would listen to what I had to say.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In short, I wish for you to aid in my lord's resurrection.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Others think that my lord was murdered, but it actuality, you could say that my lord is sealed.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''When the world was changing, my lord felt there were those who threatened this world, and devised a method to keep her soul in case she is fatally injured.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''That day of the betrayal, her soul was hidden in a safe location, and to this day, we are guarding one of her soul fragments.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Unfortunately, with our body, we were not capable of keeping even a single soul fragment. Lord Aegirp also was not prepared for enemies from within.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Unless the demon in contact with the soul is powerful, the demon will go berserk. However, as a demon lord yourself, you should be able to endure it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Please collect the rest of the souls and aid us in my lord's resurrection.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''All I can say is that if that were your intention, we wouldn't be having this conversation.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eun}} '''Eun:''' ''......!!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... I didn't know you already heard from Calonne. I wonder how much he trusted you.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''My lord believed that the reason why the Nous and the Garen were in conflict were because of the barren lands. She believed that if we had enough resources, there wouldn't be any reason to fight.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''You are right. We didn't have much to offer. However, there were still some things you couldn't get in Elrios. For example...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Like this gem here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In the past, we opened a portal using the energy from this gem. However, we can no longer use it, as we cannot go to the surface.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We can no longer use the portal we've used to trade, as it's located on the surface where the Garen are. I suspect it no longer exists.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''You are right, we do have one.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait just a second here. You're not thinking what I'm thinking...? That's too dangerous!''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Yes, in a sense that we've never operated it before.''

*{{StoryIcon|Zero}} '''Zero:''' ''That's what I want to say! It's not easy to jump through dimensions! How can you make a portal that jumps through dimensions with a bunch of junk?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I understand your concern. After all, we only invested in 'portal technology'.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We had foundation. When our lord was thinking of a way to gain resources, she found something underground.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''There was a secret laboratory with detailed research on portals.''

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{{Quest

Winster requests the El Search Party to help reviving the White-Ghost King in return to providing them a way to return to Elrianode.

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*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Wow, aren't you a scaredy cat. Only a coward will leave it be when the answer you desperately seek is right in front of them.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''That data was just one method of realizing our dreams. The laboratory contained many research that helped us.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''After many trial and error, we were able to complete a portal. But for whatever reason, we were unable to activate the portal that was in the laboratory.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We knew that the portal inside the laboratory needed special energy to operate, but it was impossible to find related data to continue with the research.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Since your technology is more advanced, you might be able to use the portal.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Of course, you'd need to find an energy source to activate it. The stuff you find here, just won't cut it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''This is a gem from Varnimyr...! And this power... This should be enough to act as a power source.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''... Amazing. Are you sure you can just hand it over to us like this?''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It would be ideal if we can borrow all of your help, but what we really need is Queen Luciela's power.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Because the laboratory that holds the portal is important to us, we can only take those who we trust as allies.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... So? What will it be?''

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*''Lu:''' ''......''

*''Lu:''' ''... Alright. I can agree with that.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... Not at all.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If you want, I'll lead you right away.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Father, but...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''... You really have changed.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Good timing. I called someone to help us move the submarine to the village.''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''???:''' ''Winster, are you alright? Who...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Nichel. This is one of the four demon lords, Queen Luciela, and her allies. They've promised to aid us in resurrecting our lord.''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''Nichel:''' ''The Steel Queen...! It's an honor!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Her parents were two of the few Garen who helped us. Nichel was born here, after the event.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Nichel. We must start the abandoned plant. We don't know what might go wrong, so please go check.''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''Nichel:''' ''That's true... It's been awhile since last time... Then I'll go scout ahead.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''The secret laboratory holds important things other than the research and the portal, so father created a complex security system.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''So we're going to make a key.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''I will explain on the way. Follow me.''

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{{Quest

*Complete the '''Deal for Return''' story quest

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A key needs to be made in order to go to the secret lab the holds the portal. Let's split up and defeat all the monsters in the abandoned factory.

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*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Don't worry. Despite how it looks, we do operate it every now and then to make sure it works.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Let's see... Was it last year, or the year before...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''In order to go through the laboratory's security system, we need a special power source from this plant.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''While we create the power source by operating the plant. We need help from you to make sure nothing goes awry.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Of course! It's where important research data and the portal lies!''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If we refine icerite mined from the lower levels, we can create a highly concentrated icerite capsules. It contains pure condensed energy.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Yes. It's one of very few resources we can use here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''It's a green, ice-like mineral with wave patterns. You will be able to recognize it easily.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Here, it will be easier if you see it. It brought some from the submarine.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''When it contacts water, it reacts and creates energy. We need to condense that energy.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Well... I did think it would be useful as a weapon since it's poisonous, but it doesn't seem that effective with all of you in tip top condition...''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Back to the subject at hand, right now we won't have enough resources to create the energy source, so we need to mine the resource while operating the plant.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''We use the raw material for daily usage. But it's impossible to create enough energy to unlock the security system with that.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Everything's there for a reason, my friend.''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''Nichel:''' ''I'm back, Winster.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Welcome back, Nichel. How's the situation on the roof?''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''Nichel:''' ''It's just as you've feared. There were a lot of monsters... It seems they've settled there like last time.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Ah... I was hoping that wouldn't be the case.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Sometimes the deep sea creatures settle by the chimney. Unlike others, they consume icerites, so they like being near the plant.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''We chase them away whenever we need to operate this place. Looks like we'll have to do it this time as well.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If they've settled by the chimney, I suspect the inside is just as infested. It's best if we split up.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''If it's just our usual maintenance, Nichel would be enough, but seems you are in a hurry, I will designate some of you to the upper level as well.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''Nichel will head towards the chimney, Haivan will head to the center of the plant where the refiner is, and I will be headed to the lower levels.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''Ah, it would have been nice if we had one more person. Then it would have been divided evenly.''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''I see, then I wish sparkly weird plate good luck too!''

*{{StoryIcon|Zero}} '''Zero:''' ''What did you say?!''

*{{StoryIcon|Haivan}} '''Haivan:''' ''It's all nice and touching, but this is all routine stuff. You're making it sound like we're about to head off to war.''

*{{StoryIcon|Winster}} '''Winster:''' ''He's right. You will all be with us as your guide. There's no need to worry.''

*{{StoryIcon|Nichel}} '''Nichel:''' ''It's been several years since our last maintenance, so there's probably more monsters than usual... But it should be fine.''

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