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40TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_00Bruvagnon is ready to say what is really on his mind.
51TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_01Bruvagnon explains to you that those who strive for a favorable position within the Holy See must first graduate from the scholasticate with the highest marks─as one of the Trinity, or the top three seats which receive a formal endorsement. However, due to the revelations regarding Ishgard's history, both the curriculum and the traditional means of assessment are currently being reevaluated. Without a clear path to the Trinity, the students have grown disillusioned and angry, with some lashing out at their peers.
62TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_02You meet with Headmistress Elviane and the other clergy of the scholasticate, who relay to you and Briardien their wealth of concerns. While they acknowledge that the uncertainty regarding the rankings is partially to blame, they posit it is but part of a larger problem─a fundamental crisis of faith. That being said, the headmistress and her administrators are quite concerned that some students may attempt to manipulate the interim evaluation system to their advantage. Therefore, the administration would have you and Briardien remain vigilant for any unscrupulous behavior that they might conduct a fair and equitable assessment of the graduating seniors.
73TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_03After the meeting with the headmistress, the soft-spoken clergyman introduces himself as Saturnois, a scholasticate instructor who often interacts with the underprivileged students of the seminary. Briardien surmises that it would be prudent to learn more about the students and their aspirations. Gaetelle and Saturnois suggest getting to know the students yourself, as they behave differently in the presence of their instructors. Gaetelle recommends starting with the dormitory prefect, Archombadin de Dzemael.
84TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_04You speak with Archombadin de Dzemael and Lebrassoir de Bonfaurt, who express their opinions on the current turmoil in the Holy See, as well as their hope that the students of the scholasticate will rein in their impulses towards reformation. During your discussion, Archombadin mentions that Gaetelle has given them the task of guiding truant students back to their studies, and Briardien suspects others are doing the same.
95TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_05In your search for other students, you come across Theomocent and Leigh, who intend to go to Foundation to coax their friends back to their studies. Theomocent is hopeful that they will be able to find like-minded students to support their cause, while Leigh's attitude is less optimistic. During your observations, you also meet a highborn student surrounded by his female admirers. He introduces himself as Crammevoix de Maintigny, and appears to have done well in his efforts to persuade a fellow seminarian to return. During a conversation between the two about the nobles taking more responsibility in redressing the imbalance, the smiling seminarian mentions she was to pen a treatise─that is, until her primary text, volume eleven of <Emphasis>The Seventy-two Articles of Halonic Polity</Emphasis>, went missing. Nevertheless, she leaves to gather her things and return to the seminary, prompting Crammevoix to take his leave for a nap.
106TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SEQ_06Gaetelle announces the results of the exercise, with Archombadin and Lebrassoir guiding back the most students to the scholasticate. Though present for the announcement, Crammevoix's name is not among those mentioned, and Archombadin soon makes it clear that the girl he was speaking with, Ulaa, has instead formally withdrawn from the scholasticate. Crammevoix is suspicious of Ulaa's sudden departure, mentioning the dormitory prefect's open disagreement with her views on equality. The quarrel between the highborn students escalates, in which Archombadin utters a biting comment about House Maintigny, prompting Crammevoix to leave. Upon witnessing the feud, Briardien suggests the girl's withdrawal is worthy of further investigation.
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2824TEXT_CHREND103_02154_TODO_00Speak with the scholasticate deacon at Saint Reymanaud's Cathedral.
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3026TEXT_CHREND103_02154_TODO_02Speak with Archombadin in the scholasticate.
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5248TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_000I suspected there was more to this judging by how quickly we completed the investigation. No offense to your powers of deduction, of course.
5349TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_000I had better start from the beginning. It would not do to involve <If(PlayerParameter(4))>Madam<Else/>Master</If> <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,2)/> with our affairs without first ensuring <If(PlayerParameter(4))>she<Else/>he</If> possesses a proper understanding of how our seminary functions, and how we have been forced to change.
5450TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_001You see, most men and women of the cloth go on to live fulfilling lives as pastors, academics, and poets. However, those who graduate from the scholasticate with the highest marks are given an opportunity to serve in the Vault and perhaps one day rise to prominence.
5551TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_002The stakes are quite high for those who seek such prestige, for they know full well that their academic performance may determine their future. It is they who strive for the top three seats that are granted the scholasticate's official endorsement: the Trinity.
5652TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_003And so those who wish to guide Ishgard's faithful spend their days cumulating marks through academic pursuits, while at the same time honing their skills to persuade others to share their interpretations of scripture.
5753TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_004Up until now, it resulted in no more than the occasional lively debate, for the Holy See was ultimately responsible for dictating doctrine. Ranking was naturally determined by one's familiarity with said doctrine. However, in light of recent events, that is no longer an option.
5854TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_005Simply put, we cannot currently assess their academic performance in the traditional manner, as a significant portion of the curriculum has been called into question. As a result, we have been forced to consider more...subjective methods.
5955TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_006And in this time of uncertainty, students are wont to lash out at their peers, whom they fear will exploit this interim system to their advantage. Distressing, I suppose, but what does this have to do with us?
6056TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_007I require your unparalleled skills of observation and deduction.
6157TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_010The only way to put an end to this bickering between students is to ensure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that our interim evaluations are conducted in a fair and equitable manner.
6258TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_011I ask you to stand as an observer. Until a new curriculum is decided, our evaluation system is vulnerable.
6359TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_012In other words, you want us to catch the cheaters.
6460TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_013Precisely. Now then. I have received word that the headmistress has returned to her office in the cathedral. I would ask that you introduce yourselves.
6561TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_014But there is something you should keep in mind when speaking with Headmistress Elviane. She was appointed to her position by the former archbishop, thus her views on the curriculum are quite traditional. I would advise you to discuss matters regarding the Holy See with the utmost care.
6662TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_019Although Uncle said we should speak with care, we would be remiss in our duties if we refrained from asking difficult questions. I trust you agree.
6763TEXT_CHREND103_02154_DOORMANHEADMASTER_000_020We have been expecting you. The headmistress awaits you within.
6864TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_020Headmistress Elviane, may I have the pleasure to introduce the individuals who shall be in charge of keeping order at the scholasticate. This is Consulting Inspector Briardien and his associate, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/> <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,2)/>.
6965TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_021<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>? I must say, Father Bruvagnon, your selections are rather...appropriate. Ahem. We thank you both for your service in our time of need.
7066TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_022I trust that Father Bruvagnon has briefed you on our humble seminary. Saint Endalim's Scholasticate has produced Ishgard's finest clergy for centuries, including countless men and women who have served in the highest echelons of the Holy See.
7167TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_023All of whom were spared a brutal death on the battlefield, in service to a misguided war they perpetuated. Or so some might be given to say.
7268TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_024Indeed some might─and they would not be entirely mistaken. For while we were wholly unaware of the deception perpetuated by the archbishops, we did unwittingly sustain it, to our sorrow.
7369TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_025The idea that we willingly subjected them to false precepts is, of course, preposterous─a contrived fantasy. Nevertheless, some fervently believe it true, and these selfsame individuals have come to view our instructors and students as targets for their misguided anger.
7470TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_026It is of paramount importance that we restore faith in the teachings. Yet how are we to regain the trust of the common man when our own seminarians are embroiled in childish quarrels?
7571TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_027You refer to this tension regarding the interim evaluation system.
7672TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRUVAGNON_000_028Quite frankly, it is but one facet. Classes have also been suspended until we complete our own painstaking review of the curriculum. Some students have taken leave, while the more dedicated have taken it upon themselves to conduct independent work to demonstrate their merits.
7773TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_029We cannot allow this situation to continue indefinitely. Graduation is approaching, and we must make our recommendations. But the senior class is divided. They know not how they will be evaluated.
7874TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SATURNOIS_000_030(-Soft-spoken Priest-)Rather, they understand <Emphasis>how</Emphasis> they will be evaluated, but have no faith that our methods will produce a fair result─a concern not without merit, I must confess. I too suspect that some may be driven to manipulate the interim system to their advantage.
7975TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ELVIANE_000_031I expect some have already tried. But that is why we have brought in outside observers. Inspector Briardien, <Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, if anyone is engaging in unscrupulous behavior, I should have it brought to an end at once. May the Fury guide you in your task.
8076TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_039Surely one who desires to join the clergy would not be foolish enough to stoop to such behavior. The Fury knows all and sees all.
8177TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SATURNOIS_000_039So the headmistress also thinks some of the students have attempted to cheat...
8278TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_040Now then, before we proceed, might you both tell us a little about your students, Father...?
8379TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SATURNOIS_000_041M-My apologies. I am Father Saturnois. In addition to teaching the fundamentals of Halonic polity, I also oversee fund-raising for the stipends of underprivileged students.
8480TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SATURNOIS_000_042While I would like to help you, I think my opinion would not do them justice; I would suggest getting to know them yourselves.
8581TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_043I feel the same. The way in which pupils speak in front of their instructors is not the same as amongst themselves. In my ten years of counseling, they have minded their etiquette and are naught but cordial to me.
8682TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_044However, I can recommend one of my students who is quite vocal. Mayhap you try speaking with the dormitory prefect, Archombadin? Given his closeness to the students' social affairs, he may also be able to give you insight into what they talk about.
8783TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_045Archombadin? Ah yes, the silver-haired boy─a son of House Dzemael, as I recall. We shall heed your suggestion, Sister Gaetelle, given his duty and status.
8884TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_049While I have little interest in noble bloodlines, I am not unfamiliar with the Count de Dzemael's sons.
8985TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_049So Leigh's lackey is helping the inspector now?
9086TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_050Has no one ever told you that brandishing weapons is <Emphasis>frowned upon</Emphasis> in places of enlightenment? That is, unless Leigh has sent you to stir up more trouble?
9187TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_051Rest assured that my associate inspector draws <If(PlayerParameter(4))>her<Else/>his</If> armaments only to resolve troublesome situations, not create them. We merely came to ask of your well-being and your expectations for the future.
9288TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_052Under the auspices of the headmistress, I am sure. Very well. I, Lebrassoir de Bonfaurt of House Bonfaurt, in service to House Dzemael, present to you Archombadin de Dzemael.
9389TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_053As prefects for the scholasticate dormitory, we are responsible for keeping the peace between our fellow seminarians.
9490TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_100_053Correct me if I am wrong, but are you not the foreigner who went to rather great lengths to expose the archbishop's falsehoods? Responsible for the reevaluation of the entire curriculum?
9591TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_054Quite the resolution, that. And for what? Every great nation's history is marred by the sins of the past. Ala Mhigo? Ul'dah? Limsa Lominsa? Please. Each was built on a foundation of lies and blood.
9692TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_055Which is not to say we elites should not learn from these mistakes. But we who have served as shepherds of the people for a thousand years have a duty to maintain order through the preservation of tradition. Would a wainwright cast aside his father's best cart when it has but a broken wheel?
9793TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_056Indeed. Archombadin and I have said as much to those who support a more radical approach. The last thing we need is young seminarians running about crying for reformation.
9894TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_057I see. So you both have been quite active in convincing the other students to see things your way. How have you fared?
9995TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_058'Tis hardly a daunting task. Many seek comfort in consistency.
10096TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_059Sister Gaetelle has tasked us with bringing back the students who took leave. Why not let our results determine how persuasive we are?
10197TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_060I thank you gentlemen for your cooperation, and wish you the best of luck with your efforts. Now then, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>, if these students are bringing back their truant peers, there must be others who are doing the same. Let us split up and seek out the participants.
10298TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_069<Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>, it's good to see you! Fighting the good fight lately?
10399TEXT_CHREND103_02154_RYOUMIN2154_000_069Can't you talk with him another time? I finally got his attention, and I'd rather you not interrupt!
104100TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ULAA_000_069You too came to hear Crammevoix speak? The wisdom of a scholar with the soul of a poet! When he recites scripture, I just... <sigh>
105101TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_069In addition to preserving the other students' welfare, we prefects also take it upon ourselves to conduct study sessions and volunteer activities, so that all may receive of a rich and fulfilling education.
106102TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_069By the grace of the Count de Dzemael was I admitted to the scholasticate, that I might remain by Archombadin's side. He is the sun which shines the light of truth throughout these halls, and I am but the moon which reflects his radiance.
107103TEXT_CHREND103_02154_THEOMOCENT_000_070Oh. Hello, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>. Leigh and I were just about to visit our friends in Foundation and try to convince them to return to their studies.
108104TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_071It's been difficult since we aren't exactly held in high regard right now. The dormitory prefects have made sure of that.
109105TEXT_CHREND103_02154_THEOMOCENT_000_072We must do all in our power to motivate our friends to come back to the scholasticate. Then we can strive for high marks together.
110106TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_073Right! And then, we can convince our peers that we are just as worthy as any highborn in the clergy, they will welcome us with open arms, and all will be well in Ishgard! <sigh>
111107TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_074If Archombadin and his cronies receive the scholasticate's endorsement, no one will ever listen to us. We can't let them take the Trinity!
112108TEXT_CHREND103_02154_THEOMOCENT_000_075I would rather not think of it that way, Leigh. Let us just focus on bringing back as many people as we can.
113109TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_076Well, that's how the highborn are thinking about it. The more vocal we become, the more they will see us as a threat. That's why we have to stick together.
114110TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_070A new <If(PlayerParameter(4))>exotic flower<Else/>friend of faraway lands</If> graces us with <If(PlayerParameter(4))>her<Else/>his</If> presence today. Well met, my <If(PlayerParameter(4))>dear<Else/>good sir</If>.
115111TEXT_CHREND103_02154_RYOUMIN2154_000_071And what am I, chopped liver? Hmph. He was looking at <Emphasis>me</Emphasis> until you showed up!
116112TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_072Ah, I see. So you are helping Inspector Briardien. A pleasure to meet you. I am Crammevoix de Maintigny, but you may address me simply by my first name.
117113TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_073So what brings you to the Pillars? Could it be you are to observe how we go about convincing truant seminarians to return? Then by all means, let me show you how it is done!
118114TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ULAA_000_074I must admit, I find many of the other students rather intimidating, but thanks to Crammevoix, I am considering returning to the scholasticate to resume my studies.
119115TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ULAA_000_075We were just discussing the responsibility the highborn have to redress the imbalance. “Of the Fury's love will all men receive, and by the balance of Her spear will all be set free.” So it is written in volume eleven of the <Emphasis>Seventy-two Articles of Halonic Polity</Emphasis>.
120116TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_076“Equal under Her ever-watchful gaze.” Ah, would that you graced our halls with your presence once more, that I might favor you with mine own gaze. I fondly recall seeing your lovely face always buried in that tome.
121117TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ULAA_000_077Oh Crammevoix, you <Emphasis>did</Emphasis> notice! I thought to pen a lengthy treatise on it, but I could not make do once the volume vanished.
122118TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_078Oh, so you helped Mathye by searching for that tome? With how relevant the content has become these days, I suppose it is not surprising it would go missing...
123119TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ULAA_000_079In any event, you've convinced me. I will gather my things and return to the dormitory straightaway.
124120TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_080Yes, that is the way. One must seize the moment and act upon one's convictions. Life is but a fleeting, fragile thing. Wouldn't you agree, my dear?
125121TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_081Well, I have done my part in guiding a little lamb back to the flock. And now to celebrate with a well-deserved nap. I bid you both farewell.
126122TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_089We shall announce the results anon.
127123TEXT_CHREND103_02154_SATURNOIS_000_089It would seem that Archombadin and Lebrassoir had quite the advantage, given their experience managing the dormitory.
128124TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_089After reviewing the preliminary numbers at the dormitory, I am looking forward to the results.
129125TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_089If our performance is to be taken into account for the final rankings, then I must say Archombadin and I have nothing to worry about.
130126TEXT_CHREND103_02154_THEOMOCENT_000_089Well, I did everything I could. And even if I did not guide them all myself, I am glad that so many of our peers have come back.
131127TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEIGH_000_089(The dormitory rat has quite the smile on his face. Could it be that he was able to gather more students than us?)
132128TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_089With all the young women returning, mayhap I will have more incentive to linger in the library. But I do not see Ulaa...
133129TEXT_CHREND103_02154_JANCHETTE_000_089Curious about the result? I cannot imagine why. I see no reason to expect anything surprising.
134130TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BLAISIE_000_089All these people are making me nervous... I mean, I was not able to bring anyone back, so I'm not even part of the competition, but even so, I...I hope that Theo did well.
135131TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_090Right, then. Let us see how competitive these students truly are.
136132TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_091It brings me joy to see so many of our brothers and sisters returned to the scholasticate. Sister Gaetelle, the floor is yours.
137133TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_092Thank you, Archombadin. I will now announce how many of our stray sheep each student persuaded to come home.
138134TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_093Both Theomocent and Leigh were able to bring back one student each. Janchette guided two back into our arms.
139135TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_094Archombadin and Lebrassoir were each able to convince three students to return, the most of all. Excellent work, all of you.
140136TEXT_CHREND103_02154_Q1_000_001What will you say?
141137TEXT_CHREND103_02154_A1_000_001What about the student Crammevoix convinced to return?
142138TEXT_CHREND103_02154_A1_000_002...
143139TEXT_CHREND103_02154_GAETELLE_000_095Oh, is this true? Are we missing someone from the count?
144140TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_096Wait, Sister Gaetelle─what about Ulaa? She seemed quite enthusiastic about returning to her studies.
145141TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_097The girl you speak of has formally withdrawn from the scholasticate. Apparently she was not all that enthusiastic about returning as she led Crammevoix to believe. Mayhap she chose to play along so that he would cease his harassment.
146142TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_098Perhaps it was for the best. She rarely engaged her fellow students, instead choosing to sit alone and read the <Emphasis>Articles of Halonic Polity</Emphasis>. Given the recent revelations, I suspect she became disillusioned with the faith.
147143TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_099Strange you would say that, Lebrassoir. When last I spoke with her, Ulaa was quite interested in volume eleven's “Equal under Her ever-watchful gaze” passage─one that you and your master would sooner pretend did not exist. If she were the victim of harassment, I rather expect it was at your hands.
148144TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_100Are you implying that we had something to do with it because we did not share her views? What rot! You dishonor yourself and your house with such baseless accusations─rather you would, if aught remained of your house to dishonor.
149145TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_101I yield, good sir, I yield! I lack the <Emphasis>qualities</Emphasis> the honorable Lord Archombadin possesses which enable him to deliver such observations. Well, if Ulaa has withdrawn, then I must mourn her departure─by walking through the dormitory halls reciting excerpts from volume eleven.
150146TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_102And how do you intend to do that? Volume eleven of the <Emphasis>Articles of Halonic Polity</Emphasis> has been missing for some time now.
151147TEXT_CHREND103_02154_CRAMMEVOIX_000_103The tomes themselves are inconsequential if one has taken the words to heart. How fortunate we are that the wisdom of our forebears is not so easily forgotten, would you not agree?
152148TEXT_CHREND103_02154_ARCHOMBADIN_000_104Such impudence as befits a sixth son. For all his failings, his father was wise to send him away.
153149TEXT_CHREND103_02154_LEBRASSOIR_000_105...At any rate, we are blessed that this handful of truants have returned to us. Truly, it is the Fury's will that we overcome these trials and tribulations, and move forward with a singular vision for the future.
154150TEXT_CHREND103_02154_BRIARDIEN_000_106A student with a keen interest in a controversial precept who withdraws without explanation. This seems rather odd to me as well. Mayhap it is worthy of our attention...