Before Battle (Laguz Alliance Camp)

Ranulf:
“Now, our next target is Mugill. Its gate is already sealed, and it looks like they intend to keep it that way. This won’t go as easily as our battle in Flaguerre.”

Skrimir:
“Yaawwwwn… Beorc are all the same. We will run them down, just as before.”

Ranulf:
“Skrimir, please… Listen. Just this once.”

Ike:
“What do you think, Soren?”

Soren:
“The Flaguerre survivors will have warned Mugill of our advance. That’s so obvious, even you must have anticipated it. You don’t have a plan?”

Skrimir:
“Do not mock me, beorc boy. Why should I bother with plans? No soldier would cower behind stone walls after being challenged to a battle! We will issue a challenge, and they will meet it. We have no need for plans!”

Soren:
“Do you realize how completely absurd you sound? The enemy did not build the fortress so they could stand outside of it. They will not come out of their own accord.”

Skrimir:
“But– Those beorc cowards! They will hide from us?! What do we do? I do not know how to fight cowards!”

Ranulf:
“Don’t you get it? That’s what we’re trying to decide! Think, Skrimir. Just try.”

Skrimir:
“No! That’s your job, Ranulf! You’re my second in command. Think of a way for me to use my strength! Anything else is a waste of time. I’ll be training outside. Tell me when you have a plan.”

Ranulf:
“Wait, Skrimir!”

(Skrimir leaves)

Soren:
“…This is ridiculous. I’m amazed that someone was desperate enough to make that fool a general.”

Ranulf:
“I’m tempted to agree with you on that. But there’s a reason he’s here.”

(Image of Gallia castle)

Ranulf:
“Never in its history has Gallia invaded another country. We don’t have any experience or tactics to fall back on for this. On top of that, our general… Well, you’ve seen it yourself. Skrimir… He doesn’t pay attention to details, nor does he strategize. Sadly, it’s not just Skrimir. Most laguz are the same. They’re arrogant and stubborn. It doesn’t even occur to them that they won’t be able to power through the beorc forever.”

Ike:
“Why isn’t Caineghis leading the army?”

Ranulf:
“It’s not an option. We aren’t mobile like the bird tribes. Once we leave our lands, it isn’t easy for us to get back. We can’t take our king away from his domain.”

Ike:
“Well, what about Giffca, then? There have to be other capable generals in Gallia.”

Ranulf:
“Yeah, you’d think General Giffca would lead, but… Giffca has other duties to attend to, so really, that just leaves Skrimir.”

Soren:
“I understand. Laguz choose their leaders based on strength. If Skrimir is to be the next king, this war is the best opportunity for him to learn about strategy.”

Ranulf:
“Exactly. Since that’s the case, we need all the help we can get. Please, lend us your wisdom. Without your help, this war’s outcome is certain.”

Ike:
“You can count on us, Ranulf.”

Ike:
“We’ve told you already. We’re here to help.”

Soren:
“…”

Ike:
“Soren, say something!”

Ranulf:
“Well, well. Looks like your strategist isn’t fond of laguz just yet.”

Ike:
“I’m sorry, Ranulf. He’s gotten better, but…”

Ike:
“Soren, Ranulf helped us out. On top of that, he’s our client. It’s our turn to return the favor, and our job to do it right. Got that?”

Soren:
“…Fine. But it’ll cost you more.”

Ranulf:
“Thanks, all of you. We appreciate the help.”

Soren:
“Give me some time to myself. I’ll come up with a plan to get us through this mess.”

Ike:
“Great. We’re counting on you, Soren.”

Soren:
“I know. I’ll do what I can.”

Before Battle (Mugill)

Begnion Soldier 1:
“Tch! These sub-humans don’t know how much trouble they’re causing! We can’t go anywhere!”

Begnion Soldier 2:
“Tell me about it. Just yesterday, we could’ve gone out for drinks and had ourselves a merry old time.”

Begnion Soldier 1:
“Fortunately, we have enough food. They’ll give up if we hold out long enough.”

(Mist and others appear)

Mist:
“Um… Sorry we’re late!”

Begnion Soldier 2:
“Who are you? Why are you outside? The city is under lockdown! You need permission to leave your homes!”

Mist:
“What? Well, that’s weird. We were told to hand out food to all the watchmen.”

Begnion Soldier 2:
“Wh-what?”

(Mist and the others discuss with one another)

Mist:
“Well, I guess this isn’t the place. Should we head back? We don’t want the food to spoil…”

Begnion Soldier 2:
“W-wait! Don’t go!”

Begnion Soldier 2:
“You don’t have to head back. That food is for us. We’re sure of it!”

Mist:
“Oh, wonderful! Would you call everyone, then? I’ll pass out the food and drinks.”

(Focus moves to Greil’s mercenaries)

Ike:
“Looks like the watchmen are all asleep. Great job, everyone.”

Soren:
“The first step is done. Next, we clear out the remaining guards and open the main gate.”

Ike:
“Ranulf and his troops are waiting outside for us. Let’s go!”

(Focus moves to Begnion)

Begnion Soldier 1:
“Wh-who are you?!”

Begnion Soldier:
“Sub-humans! What’s going on?! What happened to the lookout?!”

Rommit:
“Stand your ground! Our reinforcements will be here soon. Hold fast until they arrive!”

(Battle ends)

Ike:
“Are we clear? Good work, everyone. Open the gate!”

After Battle (Mugill)

Gallian Soldier 1:
“The gate is opening!”

Skrimir:
“Ah, finally! Soldiers of Gallia! Follow me! As long as I lead you in battle, we will always win! Crush any who stand in your way!”

Ranulf:
“…Phew. Great timing, Ike.”

After Battle (Laguz Alliance Camp)

Ranulf:
“We won last night’s battle thanks to you guys. I appreciate your help.”

Ike:
“You should be thanking Soren. It was all his idea.”

Ranulf:
“Yeah, I’ll get right on that. …Hey, I just remembered. Some of your old friends are here to see you.”

Ike:
“Hm?”

???:
“Hey! Over here! Long time no see, Commander Ike.”

Ike:
“Muston! You came!”

Muston:
“It’s great to be doing business with the Greil Mercenaries again. And with you too, my feline friend.”

Ranulf:
“Oh, you called them out here? I thought they just smelled a battle and sensed the profits!”

Ike:
“Well, we can’t fight naked, like you laguz can. I also asked Muston to call on some other friends to come join up as well. You’ll be seeing an increase in your forces real soon here, Ranulf.”

Ranulf:
“Thanks for everything, Ike. You’ve done so much for us already, and now you do all this…”

Ike:
“Listen, when we fought Daein, Gallia came to Crimea’s aid without any questions. Now we’re returning the favor, that’s all.”

Ranulf:
“…All right. In any case, you guys are a great help. Thank you so much.”