Map opening

At one time, the Macedonia region was ruled by the Durhua Empire.
100 years ago the whole continent was controlled by the dragon tribe, who sent numerous slaves to these undeveloped forests.
The slaves were forced to excavate ruins and construct the country.
Many people could not find food, were forced to work, and died from abuse.
Amongst such tragic conditions, finally one youth stood up.
His name was Iote.
He and his companions escaped from the forests and fought, riding dragons, to continue the battle of liberation.
After Durhua’s fall, the slaves established their own country at these rich and newly developed lands.
And the heroic Iote was encouraged to become its first king.
Afterwards the Kingdom of Macedonia was feared as the land of dragon knights, and that was how it was born.
However, this strong country not only lost its Prince Misheil, said to be the second coming of Iote.
But now, even the “Red Dragon Knight”, Princess Minerva, has been lost.

Pre-battle

Paola:
Julian!
Katua has finally brought the Aritian knights here.
I will go with them to rescue Princess Minerva.
Please take Rena and hurry to safety.
Julian:
That isn’t possible, Paola.
Miss Rena’s gone missing… I’m not leaving just by myself.
Paola:
Huh, Rena’s also…
Princess Maria has also vanished. Why are the sisters the only ones missing…?
Julian:
Anyway, I’m staying to search the village.
So, apologies, but I can’t help you rescue your princess.
Paola:
Oh, it’s alright.
We should be able to save Minerva by ourselves.
But Julian, although I know you’re worried about Rena, don’t push yourself.
Julian:
Ah… I’m sorry, Paola.
Say “hi” to Prince Marth for me.

Turn 2 (Enemy phase)

Misheil:
Ryuke, a coward like you wouldn’t dare to do something this big.
Did Hardin fool you with his fancy words?
Ryuke:
Ah! …You are…
How are you still…?
Misheil:
You thought I was dead?
Haha… Nevermind.
Give Minerva back to me.
I don’t care about this country anymore.
You can do what you want with it.
However, I won’t rest until I have dealt with “that guy” personally.
Ryuke:
Yes… But…
Princess Minerva has already breathed her last…
She cannot be saved…
Misheil:
Don’t waste my time.
Hand her over now, or do you prefer to die by my lance?
Ryuke:
O-okay! I understand.
Hey, you, bring the princess here!

Misheil:
Minerva, it’s been a while.
This isn’t like you at all.
Losing your precious Maria, and even being abandoned by your men.
Is this really the perfect country that you wanted?
Minerva:
Mi… Misheil…
How…?

Villages

Uncle:
Your highness. Thank you for rescuing this village.
We don’t have much to reward you with, but please take this Silver Axe.
It is a very expensive item, so it should fetch a good price in the shops.

Uncle:
I’ll tell you a secret.
That armoury seems to have connections with the rebels.
If you’re going to visit it, be extra careful.

Female villager:
Not long ago, there was a travelling paladin who visited here.
He was wearing a mask, but I bet he’s a really handsome person underneath.
He was very gentle, but he seemed very sorrowful as well.
Sigh, will I see him again?

Grandfather:
Without Est, the Pegasus sisters have become really lonely.
I am a fan of their Triangle Attack…
Oh, Est…
Please come back soon.

Auntie:
What’s going to happen to Macedonia now?
First they said Prince Misheil died, then Princess Maria went missing…
And now Princess Minerva has been captured, and her life is in danger.
Ah…
This country won’t become like Grunia, right…?

Recruiting Julian

Julian:
Your highness, it’s been a long time.
It’s me, Julian.
Marth:
Julian!?
Even though I heard you went to Macedonia with Rena, I didn’t expect to see you here…
Is Rena well?
Of course, since she is with you.
Julian:
Well…
Miss Rena suddenly disappeared…
I… What should I do?
Marth:
Huh?
Wait, Julian, what happened?
Julian:
Miss Rena vanished yesterday.
I heard from the villagers that a nasty-looking bishop came by.
It seems Miss Rena was taken by him.
Marth:
A bishop…?
Julian! I heard Princess Maria has also gone missing.
I have a bad feeling about all of this.
Anyway, staying here won’t achieve anything.
You should come with us.
I am also worried about Rena.
We can help you look for her.
Julian:
Your highness…
Thank you.

Recruiting Machis

Julian:
Hey! That was uncalled for.
Why do you always keep picking on me?
If you continue like this, you’ll make Miss Rena sad.
Machis:
Oh, it’s Julian.
Are you still clinging onto Rena?
No way, I’m not handing my cute sister to a thief like you.
Julian:
Don’t worry…
Rena and I aren’t that close.
I just want to help her, any little that I can.
Machis:
Oh, I finally understand.
You’re really cool, Julian!
Julian:
Well, I… uh… never expected to hear you say that…
Nevermind.
If you’re worried about Rena, come with us.
Machis:
Oh, really? Thanks.
I was forced to join the rebels. I didn’t really want to fight.
Well, “little brother”, let’s join forces to find my cute Rena!

Versus Machis

Machis:
Rena…
Where are you?
Even just once, I want to see you before I die…

Machis falls

Machis:
Rena…
Forgive this useless brother.

Versus Ryuke

Ryuke:
Da-damn…
Why would Aritia…
I’ll send you to your graves, die!

Ryuke falls

Ryuke:
The Aritian knights…
Truly impressive…

Chapter end

Marth:
Jeigan, how is the situation at the castle?
Have they found Minerva yet?
Jeigan:
Right, about that…
Although the enemy has fled, there seems to be no trace of the princess.
Marth:
Huh, why is that?
Minerva should have been taken here…
Jeigan:
Ah… Your highness, General Lang appears to have arrived.
I wonder what kind of nonsensical request he’s going to give us this time.

Lang:
Ah, I should have expected no less from you, Lord Marth.
Very impressive. Good work.
Leave Macedonia to me.
Your highness, you have a new mission.
Marth:
General Lang, what is it this time?
Lang:
…Well…
My castle was attacked, and the captured Grunian royal children appear to have been taken.
The culprit seems to have escaped to Macedonia.
Your highness, you will chase after them and bring back the royal children!
Marth:
What!?
Really, those children…
They’re safe… That’s great.
General Lang, I will not follow your orders.
We’re going back to our own country.
Lang:
What did you say!?
You’re going to disobey my orders?
So you were behind it, I knew it.
Marth:
What? What do you mean?
Lang:
The one who escaped with the royal children was Oguma, the Talis mercenary.
He once served under your highness, correct?
It was you who ordered Oguma to escape with those two!
Marth:
I don’t know a thing.
But if I could, I would have done just that.
Since that time, when I couldn’t rescue the two, I have been deeply regretful.
Even if I must fight you, I will still rescue them.
Lang:
What, you!
Your actions are treasonous!
Do you want me to inform Emperor Hardin about this!?
Marth:
Go ahead.
We’re planning on going to Pales anyway.
We will inform Hardin and Nina of the truth, and of your crimes.
Jeigan, I’m sorry, but I can no longer stay silent.
I want to find Oguma, so we can rescue those children.
Jeigan:
I understand.
You’ve had to stay patient for so long.
I have also already reached my limits.
Lang, you have constantly mocked our prince of Aritia with your actions.
Even if his highness could forgive you, I certainly could not.
Come, draw your sword.
Even though I, Jeigan, am old, I will not lose to somebody like you.
Lang:
Wh-what…!
Damn, you… I will not forgive you for this!!
I will inform the Emperor, and turn Aritia into dust!
Mark my words!

Jeigan:
Ha… He fled fast despite his big words.
He should be pretty faraway by now.
Marth:
Jeigan…
You really surprised me.
I couldn’t believe you would say something like that.
Jeigan:
You think I’m too old?
Haha… Your highness, I won’t lose to you youths just yet.
That said. Even I, who persuaded your highness to stay calm, got into a dispute with Lang.
I was too careless.
What should we do next?
Marth:
Hmm.
Well, we should go and find Oguma.
If Lang was correct, he should have come to Macedonia.
I bet he’s probably heading for the village of Wendel’s residence.
Even though I’m worried about Minerva, there’s nothing we can do right now.
We should go and meet Wendel as well.
Jeigan:
Understood.
But, I wonder about Lang…
I hope nothing bad will happen…