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24,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_TODO_00,Speak with Hermes.
25,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_TODO_01,Speak with Hermes again.
26,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_TODO_02,Use the lightning converger to create ball lightning.
27,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_TODO_03,Speak with Hermes.
28,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_TODO_04,Speak with Hermes again.
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48,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_000,"It is held that all civil organizations should conduct their affairs with total transparency, and the Convocation is no exception."
49,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_001,But that doesn't mean we are obligated to show our work to unknown entities such as you. Consider yourself privileged─and behave accordingly.
50,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HYTHLODAEUS_000_005,"Though I see new creations on a daily basis, here they look at them with a different eye. It will be interesting to observe Hermes at work."
51,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_METEION_000_010,This time we *all* get to go for a walk! Isn't it exciting?
52,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_020,"If everyone is ready, there are a few creations I need to check on. First, we shall return to the spot where we found our wayward ambystoma."
53,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_021,"Have care when you step outside a hub, for there may be more unruly creatures about."
54,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_030,"All vim and vigor now. Hmph. When we were discussing his nomination, he was melancholy incarnate."
55,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HYTHLODAEUS_000_035,"Ah yes, the ianthine petalouda. One of the newest species of the ever-popular butterfly."
56,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HYTHLODAEUS_000_036,...Hm? You're still bothered about your robe? Don't be. The few specimens we repurposed won't be missed.
57,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_METEION_000_040,"So beautiful, petalouda! I hope they make it into the world!"
58,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_050,This here is a new species of petalouda we recently set loose.
59,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_051,"It has been doing very well, managing to maintain a stable existence thus far. If it can see its observation period to the end without issue, we shall release it unto the world."
60,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_052,Tell me─do you know the difference between living beings and arcane entities?
61,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_053,It is the presence of a soul. Yet the soul isn't something you can choose to have at will.
62,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_054,"No, it manifests only in those beings whose forms adhere to the laws of creation. That can endure on their own."
63,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_055,"Beings that do not fulfill this requirement, such as those spontaneously born of magic or natural phenomena, do not have souls."
64,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_056,"No matter how much it might resemble flora or fauna, if it lacks a soul, then it is considered an arcane entity."
65,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_057,"So you see, it is not for mankind to decide what is living. That domain lies beyond our manipulation, and it is hubris to assume otherwise."
66,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_058,"But come, let us head to the nearby beacon. I've received a report that arcane entities have gathered there."
67,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_060,"We're meant to be observing Hermes, but instead we're stuck with Meteion..."
68,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_061,"Well, I suppose she herself serves as proof of his prowess as a researcher and creator both."
69,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HYTHLODAEUS_000_065,"A fascinating creation─much like yourself, little one. Renowned as Hermes is for his flying life-forms, 'tis a rare privilege to be able to see one of his works in progress."
70,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_METEION_000_070,"Interesting! You're interesting too! Tell me, how did you find the ambystoma?"
71,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_080,"Ah, yes. Lightning pneuma, just as the report said."
72,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_081,"Although we call this structure a beacon due to its form, it's in fact a magical device. By manipulating the balance of elements, it keeps the isle airborne and maintains the climate thereupon."
73,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_082,"In the course of its operation, it often sees an internal shift towards a given element."
74,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_083,"Right now that element is lightning, which draws the pneuma here to replenish their aether."
75,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_084,"...Hmm, it appears Meteion is busy."
76,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_085,"Would you care to assist me in her stead, and feed the pneuma?"
77,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_086,"By using this lightning converger, you can harness ambient lightning and focus it into a ball. A veritable feast for our dazzling friends."
78,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_087,"Go on, give it a try."
79,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_090,Go on and use the lightning converger near the pneuma. It will harness ambient lightning and focus it into a ball. A veritable feast for our dazzling friends.
80,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_100,"Perfectly done, Player. Look..."
81,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_101,See how they gather to feed. How they express themselves through their actions despite their lack of words.
82,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_102,"Speech is not the sole defining characteristic of a thinking, feeling creature. Nor is silence an indication that they do not possess these qualities."
83,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_103,"Be it a soulless arcane entity such as the pneuma, or an ephemeral life-form such as the petalouda, all seek to perpetuate their existence. To survive."
84,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_Q1_000_104,What will you say?
85,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_A1_000_105,Is Meteion an arcane entity?
86,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_A1_000_106,Is Meteion a living being?
87,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_107,"A good question. I can answer it from a theoretical standpoint, but it ultimately falls to the Bureau of the Architect to pass judgment."
88,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_108,Those with exceptional vision such as Hythlodaeus may be able to ascertain her true nature...
89,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_109,"But to me, it doesn't matter. She is herself, and that is all I need to know."
90,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_METEION_000_110,Oh... You've finished already? I-I'm sorry... I was in the way...
91,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_111,"Not to worry, my dear. They missed nothing of note, and we still have plenty of work for them to observe."
92,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HERMES_000_112,"Next, we will head east to the Mourning Dew. I need to speak with some observers there."
93,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_EMETSELCH_000_120,...Was there a guiding theme or any method to the madness that is this random assortment of features?
94,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_HYTHLODAEUS_000_125,"Ah, this fellow has been the talk of the bureau! The combination of a carefree aspect and endless rows of fangs is strangely charming!"
95,TEXT_AKTKME106_04424_METEION_000_130,"It's adorable, but beware its sneeze! Hermes went flying once!"