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So Father traveled the world to find a way to hatch Malleus... |
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400 years ago... Those were the days when different species didn't look kindly on each other. It couldn't have been an easy journey. |
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Then what kind of journey WAS it...? |
Lilia |
I've heard tales of a dragon that can turn invisible showing up in a Shaftlands city… |
Lilia |
But would there really be any dragons in a place so close to human habitations? |
Townsperson A |
This festival comes once a year! You should join in on the revelry, traveler! |
Lilia |
I wish I could, but I'm in a hurry. Though would like to ask--have you heard anything about dragons showing up around these parts? |
Townsperson A |
Dragons? Those are just storybook creatures. Are you sure you're feeling all right, mister? |
Townsperson A |
You're so pallid. Are you sick? ..Ah! |
Townsperson A |
Those pointed ears... You're a fae?! |
Townsperson B |
What?! One of those horrible creatures that imposed a reign of terror over the northern continent?! |
Townsperson C |
Foul monster! Begone from this city! |
Lilia |
Humans, calling ME a monster?! |
Lilia |
If I cause a scene, it'll only make Lady Maleficia's position more tenuous... Confound it! |
Castle Blackscale - Cradle Tower
Baur |
Sir Vanrouge, how did you fare in your most recent outing? |
Lilia |
...Didn't turn up a scrap of useful info. |
Baur |
It's still not faring well. That said… |
Baur |
It started accepting slightly more magic after you departed. |
Baur |
Perhaps His Highness was encouraged by what you said on the day you set out. |
Lilia |
Don't be ridiculous. |
Lilia |
Then again, I suppose you can't exactly tell what a baby's thinking. |
Lilia |
As long as it's still alive, that's good enough tor me. |
Baur |
I've cleared the area. Would you like to pay him a visit? |
Lilia |
What would be the point? It's not like I could do anything for him. |
Baur |
Don't say that, sir. I'm sure His Highness would love simply to hear your voice. |
Lilia |
...fine. Just for a bit, then. |
Lilia |
Hey, Malleus. It's been two years. |
Lilia |
I was worried you'd return to the stars, but you're still kicking, hmm? |
Lilia |
You must be bored, sleeping all the time. Tell you what-I'll share a story from my travels. |
Lilia |
l just came back from a tour around the Shattlands. It was a wasted trip all around, but... No, you don't need a gloomy tale. |
Lilia |
There was this big festival going on in one of the cities I visited. |
Lilia |
They had so many stalls selling food... The goat's milk cheese was especially delicious. |
Lilia |
But what's the point in telling you a bunch of meaningless fluff? |
Lilia |
I'll be traveling south next. I hope I can turn up something useful on this trip. |
Lilia |
...See you, Malleus. Remember what I said about keeping away from lights. |
Merchant |
Greetings, traveler! Could I interest you in a magic lamp? |
Merchant |
That's right. Just give the lamp a little rub, and a genie will come out. |
Merchant |
The genie grants you three wishes. Doesn't that sound grand? |
Lilia |
Indeed... Could it hatch a dragon egg if I wished for that? |
Merchant |
A dragon? Like out of a fairy tale? Absolutely! I'm sure the genie of the lamp could do it. |
Merchant |
Though I should mention this one's just a replica. No actual genie inside, I'm afraid. |
Merchant |
It'd still make for a swell gift! Whaddya say? |
Lilia |
...No, thanks. I'd rather not add unnecessary bulk to my baggage. |
Merchant |
I think souvenirs are half the fun of a trip, but suit yourself. If you're not buying, then scram
and make way for real customers! |
Lilia |
A fairy tale, hm? Yet dragons are still very much alive and well… |
Lilia |
Perhaps that means the legendary genie is still alive somewhere. too |
Lilia |
It might be worth gathering more info about. |
Lilia |
But the sun's rays are so strong here. I can barely stand it... "sigh* |
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