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Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon
Chapter 1: Marth Embarks
"Marth, prince of Altea, was lucky. Though Doluna took from him his
kingdom and all but a handful of knights, they could not take his life.
Marth lived, and made it to the eastern isle of Talys. Talys was a
small border kingdom, with no grand order of knights to boast of, but
its king selflessly gave Marth use of the isle's eastern fortress. And
as he saw the boy shake with anger and grief, he also gave wise
counsel:
"Prince Marth," he said, "I do not doubt you love your sister something
great.
But you must be patient...time is on your side. If you stay here, and
grow stronger, a time will come when you can help her."
So Marth stayed in Talys, protected by its kind people, and the years
went by..."
(Beginning of Chapter)
Jagen/Draug:
Sire! You've a visitor from the castle. It's Princess
Shiida!
Marth:
Shiida, what is it? You look white as a sheet!
Shiida:
Marth, come quickly! It's the castle... Galder's pirates
attacked from out of nowhere. They stormed the gates and cut down
everyone in their path! I fear for my father's life...
Marth:
Steady, Shiida. You did well to come find us. Altea's bravest
knights aren't about to hand Talys to that flock of seafowl. Come,
we'll make for the castle now!
(Houses)
Old Man:
Villages will keep their gates open for Prince Marth, but
he must be quick – if a thief reaches a village before the prince does,
there may not be any more village left to visit.
Young Man:
I hear you need a high weapon level to wield the
strongest weapons. Another thing:
Keep your fliers away from those
enemy archers!
Young Man:
A knight belongs on the front lines, if you ask me. That
thick armor can take a lot of abuse, so they should be up front
protecting the other units.
Teenage Boy:
Galder? That’s the harbor town west of Talys out beyond
the water. These days, a pirate by the name of Gomer calls the shots
there. The whole town’s at the mercy of his crew.
Old Woman:
A man of the staff by the name of Wrys lives in the
village south of the castle. He was hopin’ to meet your prince.
(End Houses)
(Visiting Village 1)
Old Man:
Prince Marth! ‘Tis good you stopped by. The villagers have
collected 10,000 gold pieces. If it please you, use the money to arm
your warriors, and rid our land of those pirates.
(Obtained 10,000 Gold)
(Visiting Village 2)
Wrys:
I am Wrys, a humble curate. I cannot fight, but this staff I
carry can heal your wounded. Take me with you, and you’ll be very glad
you did.
(Wrys joins)
(Battle with Gazzak)
Gazzak:
The might of Altea, ye say, now? Har! Ye sprogs look t'be a
mite short o'mighty t'me.
(Defeating Gazzak)
Gazzak:
Rrgh... Ye'll pay, dog...
(Chapter End)
Talys King:
Ah, Prince Marth! You have saved us in our hour of need.
Please accept my thanks. Lad, I believe you are ready. If you wish to
seek out allies in Aurelis, I will give you what soldiers I can to see
you arrive there safely.
Captain Ogma is a fine swordsman, brave and true. I know he and his
fighters will serve you well.
Another thing...During your travels, you are certain to meet many who
despise
Doluna. Some may be hiding in villages; other may have been captured or
forced to fight against their will or better judgment.
It falls upon you to find these individuals and win them over your
cause.
Understood, lad? Then go! The time has come! Be patient, steady,
strong: I know you will do great things.
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