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Josh Freeman 489ca19316 Patch 4.4
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40TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_00Y'shtola is ready to put her skills to use.
51TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_01Together with Hien and Y'shtola, you make your way to the House of the Crooked Coin, resolved to determine the pillars' suitability as an energy source.
62TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_02After inspecting the pillars, Y'shtola seems satisfied that they harbor enough aether for your purposes. Whether the followers of Nhaama can be convinced to let you use them is another question. And so you head back to Mol Iloh to consult Cirina on how best to proceed.
73TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_03According to Cirina, while many Xaela tribes worship Nhaama, none are more fervent in their faith than the Dotharl. Obtaining their consent will consequently be key. While they are unlikely to grant it lightly, Hien is convinced that gaining the support of such fearless warriors will be well worth the effort. Accordingly, you set out for Dotharl Khaa to treat with the tribe's khatun, Sadu.
84TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_04In a wholly unsurprising turn of events, Sadu agrees to support Hien's cause only if you first face her in single combat. She duly bids you wait for her outside the settlement, in Nhaama's Retreat.
95TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_05Your duel has scarcely begun when Magnai─in <Emphasis>another</Emphasis> wholly unsurprising turn of events─interrupts proceedings, apparently displeased that a battle to determine the fate of the Steppe should be waged without his blessing. Incensed by Sadu's subsequent mockery, he draws his axe and charges at his Dotharl counterpart only to find Hien and Y'shtola barring his way. While they keep the Sun company, you and Sadu may resume your dance nearby.
106TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_06At the end of a furious struggle, you and your companions emerge triumphant over your respective opponents, securing the allegiance of the Dotharl and the Oronir, and sparing Hien an unsolicited initiation into the brotherhood of the Buduga. Satisfied with your work, you prepare to leave only for Magnai to accost Y'shtola wearing a curious expression. Despite trying to hack her to pieces but moments prior, the Sun is convinced that the Archon is his Nhaama, and propositions her with characteristic subtlety. Alas, his overtures are unceremoniously rejected, much to Sadu's amusement, prompting weapons to be drawn once more. Her patience spent, Y'shtola strides off back to Mol Iloh, and you and Hien follow, leaving the Xaela to their bickering.
117TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SEQ_07Cirina is pleased to hear that you have succeeded in winning over the Dotharl and the Oronir, and formally commits the Mol to Hien's nascent alliance. Though the other tribes of the Steppe must each decide for themselves, she promises to send word the moment they have given their answers.
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2824TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_TODO_00Speak with Y'shtola at the House of the Crooked Coin.
2925TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_TODO_01Speak with Cirina at Mol Iloh.
3026TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_TODO_02Speak with Sadu at Dotharl Khaa.
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5248TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_000Cirina is quite right. Before we seek permission to use these pillars, we should determine if they are suitable for our purposes.
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5551TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_020It seems the time is come to put my skills to use. Pray lead the way to the House of the Crooked Coin.
5652TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_030Well...it certainly looks powerful. But powerful enough? That, you'll have to ask the expert.
5753TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_050Well, it looks like I was right about the pillars. Now all we need is permission to use them.
5854TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_055That such an abundant source of aether should lie undisturbed for millennia... 'Tis a miracle made possible by the Steppe's long history of isolation.
5955TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_070You found that which you seek, then? Great indeed is the Dusk Mother's power. If naught less will suffice to protect our lands, the blessing of the other tribes must now be sought.
6056TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_071Of course. But to which tribes should we appeal?
6157TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_072There are many who worship Nhaama, but none are so fervent in their faith as the Dotharl. Their consent shall be the key.
6258TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_073The Dotharl. Lyse spoke of them. A warlike tribe possessed of unique customs and beliefs. I sense their cooperation will not be easily won.
6359TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_074Nay, but it will be well worth the effort. The Dotharl fear nothing─death least of all─and our alliance would be greatly strengthened by their presence. Let us go to Dotharl Khaa and treat with their khatun, Sadu.
6460TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_090Great faith gives rise to great strength─for better or for worse. Whatever it is the Dotharl hold sacred, we would do well to accord it all respect.
6561TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_095Despite her fondness for battle, Sadu is an astute leader. If we plead our case in earnest, I am certain she can be persuaded.
6662TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_100While you meet with the Dotharl, I shall send messengers to the other tribes. If Sadu can be swayed, I am certain more will follow.
6763TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_TEMULUN_000_105The Dusk Mother embodies love, but so too does she embody war. I pray that your meeting with Sadu will not end in blood.
6864TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_0120You again? Other matters demand our time, khagan. Unless it is battle you seek?
6965TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_121Alas not. Quite the opposite, in fact...
7066TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_122Talking, always talking... You say the pillars hold great power? Of course they do. They are the source of Nhaama's strength.
7167TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_123To the Dotharl, no place is more sacred, and we will make ash of any who would defile it. Though I see this is not your wish.
7268TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_124You see the wisdom of our proposition, then? You will join hands with us?
7369TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_125I said nothing of joining hands. You wish to wield Nhaama's power to defend these lands, and this I will allow. But for leaving the Steppe to fight the men in iron I would have something in return.
7470TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_126...Namely?
7571TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_127Namely <Emphasis>battle</Emphasis>. With <Emphasis>you</Emphasis>, khagan!
7672TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_128The Naadam ended ere it began. I would face you again, alone, without distractions.
7773TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_129Defeat me─prove yourself the stronger─and you shall have the Dotharl as your allies. Surely, these are agreeable terms?
7874TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_130Well, this is a...not wholly unexpected turn of events─though I had assumed <Emphasis>I</Emphasis> would be the one required to fight. Alas, the khatun has made her choice.
7975TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_Q1_000_000What will you say?
8076TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_A1_000_001Shall we dance?
8177TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_A1_000_002I'd rather not.
8278TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_135Ha! It shall be a battle the Steppe shall not soon forget!
8379TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_140So you say. But the fire in your eyes tells another tale. You want this as much as I do!
8480TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_145Ahhh, already my soul burns brighter! Prepare yourself, khagan, and await me outside the khaa. I will gather my witnesses and join you anon.
8581TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_160When I was little, I would stride up to Gosetsu, wooden sword in hand, and challenge him. To his great credit, he never held back, and I had many a bump and bruise to show for it. <sigh>
8682TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_165Try as I might, I fail to see the logic in this arrangement. I can but conclude there is none.
8783TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_170Why are you still here? Go. Wait for me outside the khaa. I will join you soon enough.
8884TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_250Magnai's unannounced appearance had me worried for a moment, but it was not his day to shine. Still...I cannot fault the man's bravery.
8985TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_YSHTOLA_000_255...Offended? Not in the least. I am no stranger to clumsy propositions, and that, believe it or not, was far from the worst I have heard.
9086TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_SADU_000_260The Sun was quick to fade. After a few half-hearted swings, he shouldered his axe and sauntered off. But no matter. I was satisfied with <Emphasis>our</Emphasis> dance, khagan.
9187TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_MAGNAI_000_265What more do you want? Leave this place, and take that woman with you.
9288TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_TEMULUN_000_270On the matter of Nhaama's power and the alliance, the gods have remained silent. That is their way of telling us to choose with our hearts.
9389TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_DAIDUKUL_000_275After eluding our brothers sent to Doma, Hien comes to the Steppe of his own free will...only to elude us yet again. Damn it all...
9490TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_300...You had not only to contend with Sadu, but <Emphasis>Magnai</Emphasis> too!? Such a fierce battle that must have been. Yet here you stand, triumphant. Having passed such a test, they could not well deny you their allegiance.
9591TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_301The Mol will make no such demands. Weak though we are, we will gladly stand with you. The Steppe is our home, and we will defend it with all our being.
9692TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_302You have my heartfelt thanks! Of all the tribes of the Steppe, there is none I would rather have at my side!
9793TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_CIRINA_000_303Gods willing, many more will rally to our cause. I shall send you word when we have answers from all the tribes.
9894TEXT_STMBDE105_03147_HIEN_000_304I cannot thank you enough, Cirina. None of this would have been possible without you.