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40TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_00Alphinaud is eager to hear Ilberd's report on the Ivy.
51TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_01At the Observatorium, Ilberd furnishes you and Alphinaud with a progress report on his hunt for the Ivy. It is revealed that one of the imperial spy's confederates, a Flame stationed at Revenant's Toll, had been selling secrets to the merchant you apprehended, who had in turn been passing information to the heretics. Yet even as this revelation explains how the heretics came to possess knowledge of the caravan routes, it raises the question of how they and the imperial agents might be connected. Could it be a purely financial arrangement, or something more worrying? Whatever the answer, Ilberd seems confident that he is drawing closer to discovering the Ivy's identity. After issuing the captain further orders, Alphinaud bids you accompany him to an emergency meeting between Alliance leaders. Speak with him again to be informed of the particulars.
62TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_02The council of Alliance leaders will convene at the Lotus Stand in Old Gridania. Alphinaud bids you join him at Nophica's Altar prior to the meeting.
73TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_03The council of Alliance leaders will be convening shortly. Speak with the silent conjurer to be shown to the Lotus Stand.
84TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_04At the Alliance council, you learn that the Garlean war of succession has concluded with the crowning of Varis zos Galvus, the late emperor's grandson. Under his leadership, it is feared the Empire will soon resume its march upon Eorzea. If the realm is to stand against the reinvigorated might of Garlemald, it seems clear that the Alliance must not only regain its former unity, but find a way to entice the long-estranged Ishgardians back into the fold. Speak with Alphinaud to hear his thoughts on the matters discussed.
95TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_05Having bent your ear with his philosophical musings, Alphinaud informs you that Ilberd has made further progress in his hunt for the Ivy. Seek the captain in front of the Adders' Nest in New Gridania, and place yourself at his disposal.
106TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_SEQ_06You have reported to Ilberd. At your word, the final hunt for the Ivy will commence.
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2824TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_TODO_00Speak with Alphinaud.
2925TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_TODO_01Speak with Alphinaud in Old Gridania.
3026TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_TODO_02Speak with the silent conjurer.
3127TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_TODO_03Speak with Alphinaud.
3228TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_TODO_04Speak with Ilberd in New Gridania.
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5248TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_001Captain Ilberd. Your report, if you will.
5349TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_002Aye, Commander. Firstly, with regard to the heretic we captured, I regret to say that the man could tell us naught that we did not already know of Shiva.
5450TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_003We have since handed him over to the Ishgardian authorities. Henceforth, the Holy See will pursue the matter independently.
5551TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_004Our inquiries concerning the Ivy, however, have proven more fruitful. We have ascertained the channel by which the heretics acquired their information on the shipment routes.
5652TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_005Go on...
5753TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_006You will recall the Flame we first identified as being in the Ivy's employ. From him we were able to trace a trail of conspirators, each taking us closer to his master.
5854TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_007Alas, the trail came to an abrupt end. Fearing that the investigation had been compromised, we took the necessary step of detaining all suspected of conspiracy.
5955TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_008There were five on our list, including a Flame stationed at Revenant's Toll.
6056TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_009The man's primary duty was to keep an inventory of donations from abroad, the particulars of which he would share with benefactors, thereby ensuring that needs did not go unfulfilled.
6157TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_010By virtue of his role, he was privy to the details of all shipments bound for the settlement. Needless to say, that included those originating from House Fortemps.
6258TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_011He knew the precise route the caravan would take. And he sold that information to a merchant.
6359TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_012I think I can guess which one...
6460TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_013None other. With a little encouragement, he soon confessed to knowingly aiding and abetting the heretics.
6561TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_014Well, that is one mystery solved, at least. But what of the Ivy? Are we any closer to prising off his mask?
6662TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_015I daresay we are, Commander. Our relentless pursuit has forced him to commit a grave error.
6763TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_016In a desperate bid to cover his tracks, the Ivy resorted to exercising certain administrative powers available only to high-ranking members of the Immortal Flames.
6864TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_017If you consider then that our investigation is known to barely a handful of them, the field of suspects is greatly narrowed.
6965TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_018You mean to say that the agent is among Raubahn's innermost circle? Someone who has been with him since the Immortal Flames' establishment?
7066TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_019'Tis the most plausible explanation. The infiltration likely occurred during the company's founding, with the groundwork for the act being laid beforehand.
7167TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_020To slip into a position of authority unremarked, and remain above suspicion all these years...
7268TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_021Aye. I, too, was surprised─though I really should not have been. Of the three Grand Companies, Ul'dah's was ever the more vulnerable to infiltration.
7369TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_022Both Limsa Lominsa and Gridania had long-standing armed forces that lent themselves well to the formation of the Maelstrom and the Order of the Twin Adder. To all intents and purposes, it was the same people─loyal ones, mind─under the same leadership. Only the banner was different.
7470TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_023Not so the Flames. Ul'dah's military was made up of disparate orders, most of which were glorified mercenary companies that answered only to their own paymasters.
7571TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_024...Hardly an ideal environment in which to establish something as high-minded as a Grand Company.
7672TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_025The difficulties Raubahn faced when founding the Immortal Flames are well known. Even after he had convinced his fellow Syndicate members to share the cost, there remained the small matter of finding enough bodies to fill the ranks.
7773TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_026Indeed. And given the pressing nature of the imperial threat, that meant recruiting every passing sellsword.
7874TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_027Amidst the chaos of its founding, it would have been child's play to infiltrate the company.
7975TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_028A good deal easier then than now, aye.
8076TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_029The Immortal Flames have ever been caught between conflicting interests─the public and the private.
8177TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_030Though the Monetarists ultimately agreed to support the organization's founding, 'twas not out of charity that they did so, but simple self-preservation.
8278TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_031Had Nael van Darnus's ambitions been any less apocalyptic, you may be sure that they would never have risked supplying Raubahn with an army. 'Tis but a wonder they did not attempt to extinguish the Flames the moment the danger had passed...
8379TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_032Ahem. Returning to the present...
8480TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_033Even as we speak, our Doman allies are shadowing several high-ranking Flames, any one of whom could be the Ivy.
8581TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_034Desiring to deal a blow against the Empire, the refugees were eager to lend us their aid. I expect to hear from them ere long.
8682TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_035Very good. Pray continue your investigation with the 1st.
8783TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_036Meanwhile, have the 2nd attend to the unrest. The 3rd can join the 4th in inspecting crystal shipments.
8884TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_037If they notice <Emphasis>anything</Emphasis> unusual, I want to know about it. If Shiva is summoned in like manner to the other primals, the heretics will be looking for further supplies.
8985TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_038Understood, Commander.
9086TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_039I shall send word to Ser Aymeric informing him of our success in identifying the heretics' abettors. Hopefully, the information will be of some use to the Ishgardians.
9187TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_040It is time, Commander.
9288TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_041Yes, I am aware.
9389TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_042An emergency council of the Alliance leadership has been called. There have been developments in Garlemald, it would seem.
9490TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_043As commander of the Crystal Braves, my presence has been requested.
9591TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_044I would have you accompany me, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>. As the realm's stoutest champion, 'tis only meet that you be present for the discussion. Oh, and the Antecedent has already given her consent, lest you worry.
9692TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_100_001Upon the honor of the Crystal Braves, I swear that I shall not rest until the Ivy is unmasked and in chains.
9793TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_050Like me, you are doubtless eager to conclude our business with Iceheart, but until another path to her sanctum is found, she will remain beyond our reach.
9894TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_051Minfilia and the Archons are sparing no effort to secure an alternate route. Until such time as they succeed, I suggest we give some thought to the realm's other problems...
9995TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_052I shall go on ahead to Gridania in readiness for the coming council.
10096TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_053Meet me at Nophica's Altar, and we shall make our way to the Lotus Stand together.
10197TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_060My thanks for coming, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>.
10298TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_061When you are ready, speak with the conjurer yonder. She will show us to the Lotus Stand.
10399TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_070Unlike Raubahn, politics is not my cup of tea. While you and the commander attend the council, I will attend to some business of my own.
104100TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_071When you are ready, speak with the conjurer yonder. She will show us to the Lotus Stand.
105101TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_DOORMANLOTUS_000_080The Alliance leaders await you at the Lotus Stand. Will you be joining them now?
106102TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_Q1_000_1Proceed to the Lotus Stand?
107103TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_A1_000_1Yes
108104TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_A1_000_2No
109105TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_090It will not have escaped your notice that the nations of Eorzea are no nearer to being of one purpose, despite their protestations to the contrary. Plainly, the threat of a resurgent Garlemald is not enough to stir them.
110106TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_091And the reason for this? Deep-rooted mistrust amongst the citizenry. The nations' leaders can come to all the understandings they like, but their unity means little and less to the commonfolk.
111107TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_092Take the Lominsans, for instance. Though Admiral Merlwyb outlawed piracy over a decade ago, foreigners still picture the nation as a haven for grog-swilling, wooden-legged cutthroats.
112108TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_093In like wise, the Gridanians are mocked as hermits who talk to trees, and the Ul'dahns scorned as swindlers who worship coin.
113109TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_094...Not that such sentiments are entirely without grounds, of course. Take that pillar of Ul'dahn society Teledji Adeledji, for example. But that is beside the point. The fact is that people are wary of outsiders whether they have cause to be or not.
114110TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_095On that basis, one could argue that the conflict at Carteneau is a necessary evil.
115111TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_096Each nation has its own warmongering faction that advocates the acquisition of Omega. In order to placate them, we present them something resembling warfare, and thereby curb their appetite for full-scale conflict.
116112TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_097...But enough idle musing. Let us speak of a more pressing matter: the Ivy.
117113TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_098Since we spoke at the Observatorium, Captain Ilberd has further shortened his list of suspects. And by happy coincidence, the one he deems the most likely candidate is lately come to Gridania...
118114TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_099The hunt nears its end, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>. All that remains is to corner our quarry. Seek out Ilberd near the Adders' Nest. He will give you the particulars.
119115TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ALPHINAUD_000_100Should there be any developments in Coerthas, you may be sure that I will send word without delay. In the meantime, I wish you success in apprehending the Ivy.
120116TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_110My thanks for coming, Scion. Doubtless the commander has informed you, but we have unmasked the Ivy.
121117TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ILBERD_000_111From this point on, we must proceed with extreme caution.
122118TEXT_GAIUSE410_00078_ROAILLE_000_120Gridania's lush abundance never ceases to delight me. 'Tis a far cry from the barren deserts of Ul'dah.