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+ | | source = http://www.playonline.com/ff11eu/guide/development/vt/22/index.html |
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+ | | title = Joseaneaut's Mission<br>-#9 Goodbye to Leadavox- |
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+ | <poem> |
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'''12/22'''<br> |
'''12/22'''<br> |
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Before presenting my account of the mission to the high priests this morning, I took a moment to review my journal. As I read, I began to see the great changes that had occurred within me during the course of my journey. |
Before presenting my account of the mission to the high priests this morning, I took a moment to review my journal. As I read, I began to see the great changes that had occurred within me during the course of my journey. |
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− | When I set out on my mission, I regarded all beastmen as leading a barbarous and evil existence. |
+ | When I set out on my mission, I regarded all [[beastmen]] as leading a barbarous and evil existence. |
But while I can now confirm that they are, in fact, barbarians, they are not the paragons of evil that I once envisioned them to be. |
But while I can now confirm that they are, in fact, barbarians, they are not the paragons of evil that I once envisioned them to be. |
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Indeed, even if the beastmen were created to be the scourge of people, we can still meet the beastmen halfway; we can compromise. It is almost as if I have come to understand the beastmen. This realization spurred my courage. |
Indeed, even if the beastmen were created to be the scourge of people, we can still meet the beastmen halfway; we can compromise. It is almost as if I have come to understand the beastmen. This realization spurred my courage. |
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− | Then, leaving Leada behind in the room, I went to present my report to the expected clergy. In addition to the priests the abbot and Lord Mouchand, |
+ | Then, leaving Leada behind in the room, I went to present my report to the expected clergy. In addition to the priests the abbot and Lord Mouchand, general of the [[San d'Oria#The Temple Knights|Temple Knights]] were also attending. I am but a lowly [[monk]], yet a veritable pantheon of high-ranking officials was present to hear my report. |
Though I was nervous and tripping over my own words, I managed to detail all of the events of my journey, starting with my departure from the abbey. |
Though I was nervous and tripping over my own words, I managed to detail all of the events of my journey, starting with my departure from the abbey. |
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− | I spoke of the Orcs who live for battle, the final moments of the Antica named Sector 2734, the Sahagin who showed an interest in the Goddess, and the Star |
+ | I spoke of the Orcs who live for battle, the final moments of the [[Antica]] named Sector 2734, the Sahagin who showed an interest in the Goddess, and the [[Star Sibyl|Star Sibyl's]] head lady-in-waiting. |
− | I told of my capture by the Yagudo, who are the model servants of an evil god and spoke of the Goblins that delivered me from Giddeus. |
+ | I told of my capture by the [[Yagudo]], who are the model servants of an evil god and spoke of the Goblins that delivered me from Giddeus. |
− | I told them of the Quadav priest who feared the return of Gu'Dha. I explained about the Tonberry assassin that had snuck into our noble city. |
+ | I told them of the [[Quadav]] priest who feared the return of Gu'Dha. I explained about the [[Tonberry]] assassin that had snuck into our noble city. |
The priests listened to my story with accepting nods, appalled gasps, and polite inquiries. |
The priests listened to my story with accepting nods, appalled gasps, and polite inquiries. |
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When my report was complete, Lord Mouchand began to speak. |
When my report was complete, Lord Mouchand began to speak. |
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+ | [[Image:Goodbye to Leadavox1.jpg|left]] |
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− | "Our fair country has a history of dreadful and bloody conflict with the Federation of Windurst and the Republic of Bastok. Indeed, before the founding of the Kingdom of San d'Oria, Elvaan were taking up arms against their fellow Elvaan. |
+ | "Our fair country has a history of dreadful and bloody conflict with the Federation of [[Windurst]] and the Republic of [[Bastok]]. Indeed, before the founding of the Kingdom of [[San d'Oria]], [[Elvaan]] were taking up arms against their fellow Elvaan. |
"We are resolved to wage war on those who deny the glory of the Dawn Goddess. However, we would also know the glory of the gates of paradise opening to the beastmen as well as to us. Do you believe it possible that in a decade, or even a century, we might peacefully coexist with the beastmen?" |
"We are resolved to wage war on those who deny the glory of the Dawn Goddess. However, we would also know the glory of the gates of paradise opening to the beastmen as well as to us. Do you believe it possible that in a decade, or even a century, we might peacefully coexist with the beastmen?" |
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I heard the general's words, but I did not trust my ears. Sensing my confusion, the priests explained the situation. |
I heard the general's words, but I did not trust my ears. Sensing my confusion, the priests explained the situation. |
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− | The Temple Knights and the Royal Knights are the guardians of San d'Oria. The Royal Knights fortify the borders of the kingdom and protect us from the enemy without. They are brave, but that bravery sometimes leads them to violate their codes of conduct and, in doing so, even contravene church doctrine. |
+ | The Temple Knights and the [[San d'Oria#The Royal Knights|Royal Knights]] are the guardians of San d'Oria. The Royal Knights fortify the borders of the kingdom and protect us from the enemy without. They are brave, but that bravery sometimes leads them to violate their codes of conduct and, in doing so, even contravene church doctrine. |
The Temple Knights are therefore responsible for ensuring the fidelity of the Royal Knights. This role requires not bravery, but rather a deep and abiding faith, combined with an iron will to resist the temptations of unholy concession. I found it most surprising that the abbot would recommend me for such an honor. |
The Temple Knights are therefore responsible for ensuring the fidelity of the Royal Knights. This role requires not bravery, but rather a deep and abiding faith, combined with an iron will to resist the temptations of unholy concession. I found it most surprising that the abbot would recommend me for such an honor. |
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Leada was nowhere to be found when I returned to the room. Perhaps she had grown bored and headed into the city to seek entertainment. I gazed out the window into the setting sun and contemplated my future. |
Leada was nowhere to be found when I returned to the room. Perhaps she had grown bored and headed into the city to seek entertainment. I gazed out the window into the setting sun and contemplated my future. |
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− | I still wished to meet with the Gigas to the north. But if I were appointed to shepherd the Temple Knights, I would certainly have many opportunities to bridge the chasm between people and beastmen. |
+ | I still wished to meet with the [[Gigas]] to the north. But if I were appointed to shepherd the Temple Knights, I would certainly have many opportunities to bridge the chasm between people and beastmen. |
Goddess, calm the fluttering of my heart! |
Goddess, calm the fluttering of my heart! |
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This was unprecedented. I changed my clothes and we headed out into the morning mist that shrouded the city. |
This was unprecedented. I changed my clothes and we headed out into the morning mist that shrouded the city. |
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− | I followed Leada into a blind alley, where I found another Goblin leaning limply against a stone wall. Leada explained that this was Gloomix, who had helped rescue me from Giddeus. A blood-soaked bandage was wrapped around his left leg. |
+ | I followed Leada into a blind alley, where I found another Goblin leaning limply against a stone wall. Leada explained that this was Gloomix, who had helped rescue me from [[Giddeus]]. A blood-soaked bandage was wrapped around his left leg. |
After the daring raid on Giddeus, Gloomix had headed north to join the battle there. When the tide of the battle turned against him, his friends were scattered. Somehow, he managed to find his way to San d'Oria. |
After the daring raid on Giddeus, Gloomix had headed north to join the battle there. When the tide of the battle turned against him, his friends were scattered. Somehow, he managed to find his way to San d'Oria. |
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"We's helping Gloomix!" |
"We's helping Gloomix!" |
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− | The plea in Leada's voice moved me. With a suspected Goblin thief running free inside the city, there would be inspections at every gate. And even if he did manage to elude detection at the gates, a wound such as his would ensure his capture. |
+ | The plea in Leada's voice moved me. With a suspected Goblin [[thief]] running free inside the city, there would be inspections at every gate. And even if he did manage to elude detection at the gates, a wound such as his would ensure his capture. |
It would...if he were alone. There was only one thing left to do. I would have to aid his escape and send Leada with him as an escort. She must also have already reached the same conclusion, which is why she came to me for help. |
It would...if he were alone. There was only one thing left to do. I would have to aid his escape and send Leada with him as an escort. She must also have already reached the same conclusion, which is why she came to me for help. |
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The two Goblins climbed into a small boat at the pier and covered themselves up. I remembered Leada's reward just as I untied the boat, so I passed the coins to her. |
The two Goblins climbed into a small boat at the pier and covered themselves up. I remembered Leada's reward just as I untied the boat, so I passed the coins to her. |
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+ | [[Image:Goodbye to Leadavox2.jpg|right]] |
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"Farewell, Leada. It would be my honor to once again journey with you," I said. |
"Farewell, Leada. It would be my honor to once again journey with you," I said. |
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"Josea be alright alone. Leada grateful. Bye." |
"Josea be alright alone. Leada grateful. Bye." |
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− | We shook hands for the last time. Leada sang merrily as she rowed the boat out onto Nartieneaux Lake: |
+ | We shook hands for the last time. Leada sang merrily as she rowed the boat out onto [[Nartieneaux Lake]]: |
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:One gold coin for many explanation, |
:One gold coin for many explanation, |
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:I don't tell you, no temptation. |
:I don't tell you, no temptation. |
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− | I returned to the cathedral to write this, which may be the final entry in my journal. Now I must beg the Goddess Altana for absolution. |
+ | I returned to the cathedral to write this, which may be the final entry in my journal. Now I must beg the Goddess [[Altana]] for absolution. |
I will be judged--perhaps even driven from the church. |
I will be judged--perhaps even driven from the church. |
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Goddess, may your light shine upon the futures of both people and beastmen. |
Goddess, may your light shine upon the futures of both people and beastmen. |
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+ | </poem> |
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Latest revision as of 09:16, 29 December 2008
Joseaneaut's Mission
-#9 Goodbye to Leadavox- |
12/22 "Our fair country has a history of dreadful and bloody conflict with the Federation of Windurst and the Republic of Bastok. Indeed, before the founding of the Kingdom of San d'Oria, Elvaan were taking up arms against their fellow Elvaan. "Farewell, Leada. It would be my honor to once again journey with you," I said. |
Taken from: Vana'diel Tribune Issue No. 22