=== Paralogue The Dawn Maiden === (Frozen Fortress) A place of significance to Emblem Micaiah. Here, the Divine Dragon will face an important trial. --- OP --- [Alear] Hey, look. It's started snowing... [Micaiah] I'm certain I've been here before...or someplace just like it. [Alear] Where do you think we are, Micaiah? [Micaiah] This looks somewhat like Castle Nox. I battled Ike there once. [Alear] Huh? Castle Nox? You fought against Ike? [Micaiah] It was snowing then too. [Micaiah] Ike was a strong commander, as was I. But we each had a different definition of victory. [Micaiah] Ike was trying to save us, and I could not let him. We needed help but not his. [Micaiah] My people were cursed by a magical blood pact and headed for certain ruin. [Alear] What happened? [Micaiah] I fought Ike─fought to undo the pact. I held on to hope. [Micaiah] I stayed focused on my vision of the future. Even on the worst day, I kept hold of that. [Micaiah] I gave everything to protect people I cared for. I'd have sacrificed more if there'd been need. [Micaiah] That vision is what made it possible for me to survive the war. [Alear] I think I know now why we were brought here. [Alear] Teach me how you never broke in the face of despair and fear, Micaiah. [Micaiah] So you've figured it out then? The point of this trial? [Micaiah] Well then, face me in battle, . And do your best to be victorious. [Micaiah] If you win, our bond will strengthen, and you'll be able to draw on my power like never before. --- ED --- [Micaiah] Well done. You passed the trial safely. [Alear] Thank you, Micaiah. [Micaiah] Do you feel that? Our bond is stronger. [Alear] I do, yes. I feel like I understand you better than before. [Alear] There's just one thing... [Micaiah] What's that? [Alear] You know...I was sort of hoping I might gain some of your fortune-telling ability. [Micaiah] Haha! Don't worry, you don't need that. [Micaiah] You can already see the future. In fact, you're building it. [Alear] I'm building the future? Is that one of your predictions? [Micaiah] Nope. It's something I see right in front of me. [Micaiah] I see someone with the strength to never lose heart, no matter what. You're a fighter. [Alear] It's an honor to know that you think so. I'll do my best not to disappoint. [Micaiah] Not a chance. Come on, let's go save the world. --- EV --- [Micaiah] Relax [Micaiah] You've got to earn this, . Defend yourself! [Micaiah] Let's finish this fight quickly. All units, attack! --- MOVIE --- --- BT --- [Micaiah] I remember that battle as if it were yesterday. [Micaiah] It's almost like I'm there again. The past and the future are together in my heart. [Alear] You're a strong combatant, but I'm not going to lose! [Micaiah] Very well! I'd be let down if you held anything back! [Yunaka] I've never been great at fighting magic users, so...maybe go easy on me? [Micaiah] Sorry, but that's not the point of this. I won't be holding back. [Micaiah] Relax [Micaiah] You took me from that shrine, and now it's my turn to guide you to somewhere new. [Yunaka] Is that right? Guess I'd better be ready for you, then! --- DIE ---