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Child Labor

2021-07-02T14:35:21Z

Nyans:

{{Quest infobox
| title = Child Labor
| description = Keisetsu of Kugane has a task fit for an adventurer from abroad.
| image =
| quest-giver = Keisetsu
| location = Kugane
| location-x = 11.1
| location-y = 8.9
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 67
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 112050
| gil = 0
| reward1 = 1 Baklava
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = The World Turned Upside Down
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Seek out merchants in Kugane from foreign lands, and see the draper sale missive to their hands.

*Report back to Keisetsu.

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Keisetsu''': Excuse me, you have the look of one who hails from a foreign land. If so, I believe you may be able to help me.

'''Keisetsu''': I am Keisetsu, servant to a mercantile house. I am charged with dispensing these missives to passersby. They tell of a grand sale my master is having on some very choice silks. Only, I cannot seem to get people to accept them from me.

'''Keisetsu''': My master and I wish nothing more than to sell our silks to those who visit Kugane from across the seas. But I fear they find me suspicious. If a fellow foreigner such as yourself were handing out the missives, they may be more inclined to take them.

'''Keisetsu''': See these draper sale missives into the hands of any merchants visiting Kugane from abroad. I will see your labors rewarded.

===Advertising to Merchants===
'''Auri Merchant''': What is it? Can't you see I'm busy. Someone has to study the market here.

'''Auri Merchant''': A missive for a silk sale? Aye, these prices look choice enough. I wonder if there was room yet on my barge for a few more crates.

'''Auri Merchant''': I suppose there is always room enough for a few select pieces for the wife. Thank you for the missive, friend.

'''Duskwight Debutante''': May I help you?

'''Duskwight Debutante''': This is the same missive a child was handing out down by the port. I confess, I am very much interested in the finest of silks, but the child did not give the finest of impressions.

'''Duskwight Debutante''': What kind of shop would see fit to put such a youngling to work? I have reservations about the integrity of this Kugane.

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': You don't look to be a merchant. What can I do for you?

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': This is the second such missive I've received, but I shall take it all the same. Still, I must say, you do not look as one meant to be handing out missives. You look as though you should be leading a van on the field of battle.

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': Forgive me, I shall speculate no more. The paths we tread in life are all our own. Continue to tread yours as you see fit, and tread it well, friend. Good day.

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Yes, yes, yes, how may I help? Have you come to me on some business?

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Silks on sale!? That is a most welcome delight to my ears. Ah, yes, this missive. I have seen its like before. Is it not the same that a young boy is distributing?

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Oh my, that is a surprise indeed. To think that such a young child was actually working. I thought him at some play or prank. Do the merchants of Kugane start their trade at such a young age? I find that both inspiring and admirable.

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Yes, what is it?

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Ah, I do believe I've seen this missive before. There was a small child handing out the very same one. I thought it to be a farce or some other small matter.

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Intriguing. It says here that silks of the finest quality are available at a fraction of the market price. I shall go and see these wares for myself. Thank you, stranger.

'''Roegadyn Sailor''': Hmph, truth be told, soon as folk in Kugane catch word that you're a merchant, they never let you be. Damn annoying it is. But if you're saying there's business to be done here, I'll go and have myself a look.

'''Roegadyn Sailor''': A sale, is it? I do like the sound of that. The silks of Kugane are much desired across the seas. I'll pay this shop a visit. Thank you.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Keisetsu''': You were able to give away all of the missives? I am glad to hear it, but... Why will people not take them from me?

'''Many were opposed to the thought of child labor.'''

'''Many thought you were merely a child at play.'''

'''Keisetsu''': I see... I hadn't thought it a problem of age. It is quite normal in Hingashi for a child to work. I suppose the same cannot be said of the lands from which these travelers come.

'''Keisetsu''': My house is by no means a rich one. I've a younger brother and sister to provide for. And handing out these missives is the only work I am able to do.

'''Keisetsu''': I dream of opening my own shop someday. I will steal the wisdom and tricks of my master. I will learn the tongues of faraway lands. I will─ Oh, I'm sorry. I shouldn't say such things aloud. Here, take this.

'''Keisetsu''': You did me a service, and for that I must pay you. I could hardly hope of becoming a merchant without knowing that much. Thank you, traveler.

Child Labor

2021-07-02T14:33:55Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Child Labor
| description = Keisetsu of Kugane has a task fit for an adventurer from abroad.
| image =
| quest-giver = Keisetsu
| location = Kugane
| location-x = 11.1
| location-y = 8.9
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 67
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 112050
| gil = 0
| reward1 = 1 Baklava
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = The World Turned Upside Down
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Seek out merchants in Kugane from foreign lands, and see the draper sale missive to their hands.

*Report back to Keisetsu.

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Keisetsu''': Excuse me, you have the look of one who hails from a foreign land. If so, I believe you may be able to help me.

'''Keisetsu''': I am Keisetsu, servant to a mercantile house. I am charged with dispensing these missives to passersby. They tell of a grand sale my master is having on some very choice silks. Only, I cannot seem to get people to accept them from me.

'''Keisetsu''': My master and I wish nothing more than to sell our silks to those who visit Kugane from across the seas. But I fear they find me suspicious. If a fellow foreigner such as yourself were handing out the missives, they may be more inclined to take them.

'''Keisetsu''': See these draper sale missives into the hands of any merchants visiting Kugane from abroad. I will see your labors rewarded.

===Advertising to Merchants===
'''Auri Merchant''': What is it? Can't you see I'm busy. Someone has to study the market here.

'''Auri Merchant''': A missive for a silk sale? Aye, these prices look choice enough. I wonder if there was room yet on my barge for a few more crates.

'''Auri Merchant''': I suppose there is always room enough for a few select pieces for the wife. Thank you for the missive, friend.

'''Duskwight Debutante''': May I help you?

'''Duskwight Debutante''': This is the same missive a child was handing out down by the port. I confess, I am very much interested in the finest of silks, but the child did not give the finest of impressions.

'''Duskwight Debutante''': What kind of shop would see fit to put such a youngling to work? I have reservations about the integrity of this Kugane.

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': You don't look to be a merchant. What can I do for you?

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': This is the second such missive I've received, but I shall take it all the same. Still, I must say, you do not look as one meant to be handing out missives. You look as though you should be leading a van on the field of battle.

'''Lalafellin Deckswab''': Forgive me, I shall speculate no more. The paths we tread in life are all our own. Continue to tread yours as you see fit, and tread it well, friend. Good day.

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Yes, yes, yes, how may I help? Have you come to me on some business?

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Silks on sale!? That is a most welcome delight to my ears. Ah, yes, this missive. I have seen its like before. Is it not the same that a young boy is distributing?

'''Lalafellin Trader''': Oh my, that is a surprise indeed. To think that such a young child was actually working. I thought him at some play or prank. Do the merchants of Kugane start their trade at such a young age? I find that both inspiring and admirable.

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Yes, what is it?

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Ah, I do believe I've seen this missive before. There was a small child handing out the very same one. I thought it to be a farce or some other small matter.

'''Miqo'te Traveler''': Intriguing. It says here that silks of the finest quality are available at a fraction of the market price. I shall go and see these wares for myself. Thank you, stranger.

'''Roegadyn Sailor''': Hmph, truth be told, soon as folk in Kugane catch word that you're a merchant, they never let you be. Damn annoying it is. But if you're saying there's business to be done here, I'll go and have myself a look.

'''Roegadyn Sailor''': A sale, is it? I do like the sound of that. The silks of Kugane are much desired across the seas. I'll pay this shop a visit. Thank you.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Keisetsu''': You were able to give away all of the missives? I am glad to hear it, but... Why will people not take them from me?

====Many were opposed to the thought of child labor.====

====Many thought you were merely a child at play.====
'''Keisetsu''': I see... I hadn't thought it a problem of age. It is quite normal in Hingashi for a child to work. I suppose the same cannot be said of the lands from which these travelers come.

'''Keisetsu''': My house is by no means a rich one. I've a younger brother and sister to provide for. And handing out these missives is the only work I am able to do.

'''Keisetsu''': I dream of opening my own shop someday. I will steal the wisdom and tricks of my master. I will learn the tongues of faraway lands. I will─ Oh, I'm sorry. I shouldn't say such things aloud. Here, take this.

'''Keisetsu''': You did me a service, and for that I must pay you. I could hardly hope of becoming a merchant without knowing that much. Thank you, traveler.

Doing Her Part

2021-07-02T14:07:35Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Doing Her Part
| description = Serpent Sergeant Lucinne seems to have a lot on her plate.
| image =
| quest-giver = Lucinne
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 8.5
| location-y = 10.4
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items = Gyr Abanian Soil Sample, Velodyna River Water Sample
| exp = 83700
| gil = 550
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Obtain [[soil samples]].

*Obtain a [[river water sample]].

*Speak with [[Lucinne]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Lucinne''': Serpent Sergeant Lucinne, at your service... Or I would be, if I were not so terribly busy. I've been tasked with assessing the environmental impact of the Garleans' occupation of Gyr Abania.

'''Lucinne''': There is so much to do, yet my superiors never thought to assign anyone to assist me. Can you believe it?

'''Lucinne''': <sigh> I fear I will never finish at my present pace. Unless... Do you suppose you have time to gather a few samples for me?

'''Lucinne''': Three from the soil amidst the magitek wreckage in East End, and one from the Velodyna River. No need to rush, there is plenty here to keep me occupied until you return.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Lucinne''': Ah, you've returned. Did you bring the samples?

'''Lucinne''': Splendid! Absolutely splendid! Thank you ever so much.

'''Lucinne''': Everyone seems so preoccupied with battle, there likely wouldn't be a surveying of the land had I not volunteered.

'''Lucinne''': I do not question the importance of this fight with the Garleans, but we have a duty to maintain the natural balance of the forest.

'''Lucinne''': Thanks to your efforts, I am one step closer to determining how much work it will require to do so.

Magiteknical Failure

2021-07-02T14:07:24Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Magiteknical Failure
| description = Captain Loezkirz has lost something very important.
| image =
| quest-giver = Loezkirz
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 8.4
| location-y = 11.2
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 83700
| gil = 680
| reward1 = 1 Aether Current
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with Lieutenant [[G'nibnpha]].

*Pilot the magitek armor to East End and destroy the Garlean drones.

*Pilot the magitek armor to Velodyna River and destroy the Garlean drones.

*Report to Captain [[Loezkirz]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Loezkirz''': [Maelstrom rank] [Surname]. Just the [man/woman] I wanted to see.

'''Loezkirz''': We've misplaced a number of Garlean drones taken from Baelsar's Wall. And by misplaced, I mean the damn things sprang to life and stormed out of the base. They need to be dealt with before any civilians come to harm.

'''Loezkirz''': Being familiar with magitek as you are, I can think of no one better to assist us. If you would be willing to help, go and speak with Lieutenant G'nibnpha. She is overseeing the initiative to terminate the drones.

===Speaking to Lieutenant G'nibnpha===
'''G'nibnpha''': Ah, Lieutenant Yorha! Your assistance is greatly appreciated. The drones were not in our possession for very long, but a cursory inspection showed they are made with a heretofore unknown metal alloy.

'''G'nibnpha''': They are all but impervious to traditional firearms, which is why we commissioned Garlond Ironworks to fashion a weapon capable of penetrating their armor.

'''G'nibnpha''': It has since been fitted to a suit of magitek armor, which I would ask you to pilot.

'''G'nibnpha''': If I am not mistaken, this would not be the first time you've piloted one of these suits. It should take you no time, then, to familiarize yourself with the controls.

'''G'nibnpha''': Now, the drones were last sighted due east of here and to the north along the Velodyna River. I fear recapturing them is out of the question, so do whatever you deem necessary to stop them.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Loezkirz''': Welcome back. I take it the drones have been disposed of, then. Excellent work.

'''Loezkirz''': We were quite fortunate for your presence. Save for Lieutenant G'nibnpha, none of my men can even activate a suit of magitek armor, let alone pilot one in combat.

'''Loezkirz''': I only pray that isn't to our detriment in the future. There's still plenty more of those drones out there along Baelsar's Wall. If any more of them should suddenly stir...

'''Loezkirz''': At any rate, we will continue working with Garlond Ironworks so that should such a day come, we will be ready.

Prison Break

2021-07-02T14:06:28Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Prison Break
| description = This Maelstrom officer seems somewhat irritated.
| image =
| quest-giver = Maelstrom Officer
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 8.3
| location-y = 10.7
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 83700
| gil = 615
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Rendezvous with the [[Maelstrom officer]].

*Speak with the [[Maelstrom officer]].

*Speak with the [[Maelstrom officer]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Maelstrom Officer''': Ah, an adventurer. Perhaps you can help me.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': Three of our prisoners escaped from their cells during the guard change last night. Thankfully, scouts from the Twin Adders have already ascertained their location.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': They don't seem to have noticed they were being followed, and if the fates are kind, we can take them unawares.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': They are formidable combatants in their own right, however, and it was trouble enough taking them into custody in the first place. The more capable of my men are presently out in the field, and so I would ask for your assistance.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': The prisoners were last spotted heading toward a cave along the Velodyna River. Let us hurry, while we still have the element of surprise.

===Defeating the Prisoners===
'''Maelstrom Officer''': ...Thank goodness you came.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': It seems the one caught by surprise was me. I was ambushed before I could even step foot near the cave.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': <sigh> None of this would have happened had changing of the guard not been handled so carelessly. No doubt it was those bunglers from the Immortal Flames, or perhaps─

'''Maelstrom Officer''': On second thought, never mind. This isn't something you need to hear. Let us return to Castrum Oriens.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Maelstrom Officer''': Ah, there you are. I spoke with our scouts from the Twin Adders. It turns out they were in fact discovered by the prisoners shortly after we departed.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': What's more, they claim to have laid markers along the river to warn us. The problem, however, is these markers are unfamiliar to any save the Twin Adders, lest their enemies realize what they are.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': It has become painfully clear that there is still much to be done if the Grand Companies are to function together as a single, cohesive unit. We cannot assume that one company is familiar with the stratagems of another.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': Though we could not recapture the prisoners, today will serve as a stark reminder to all of us to be better prepared and more open in communicating with one another.

'''Maelstrom Officer''': Thank you again for your aid. I should hope when next we meet, it will be under more favorable circumstances.

Spicing Things Up

2021-07-02T14:06:09Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Spicing Things Up
| description = Quincompaix simply wishes everyone could get along.
| image =
| quest-giver = Quincompaix
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 8.8
| location-y = 10.9
| type = side
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items = 1 Sarcosuchus Meat, 1 Velodyna Mushroom
| exp = 83700
| gil = 680
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with the soldiers.

*Speak with [[Quincompaix]].

*Slay sarcosuchus for their meat.

*Gather Velodyna mushrooms.

*Speak with [[Quincompaix]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Quincompaix''': Have you ever seen such a disagreeable lot? It seems at all hours of the day someone somewhere is provoking a fight between soldiers. Not even during meals can we enjoy a moment's peace.

'''Quincompaix''': I'd love nothing more than to resolve whatever problem has everyone so ruffled, but to raise my concerns would likely drag me into their quarreling. Perhaps you could speak with the men? I doubt they would lash out at an adventurer's innocent inquiry.

===Talking to People===
'''Kakalai''': Now that you mention it, the men have been rather irritable of late, doubly so after eating. Not that I can blame them. There's no telling when the Garleans will strike next.

'''Kakalai''': I always assumed it was the threat of a Garlean attack that had everyone on edge. Could it be something else?

'''Loezkirz''': Meat, fish, anything to spare us from the monotony of this vegetarian nightmare. I swear if I have to force down one more salad...

'''Pip''': What I wouldn't give for a home-cooked meal...

'''Pip''': Upset? Heavens no. The Twin Adders have been nothing short of hospitable since our arrival. I can only imagine the burden they bear with so many mouths to feed.

'''Pip''': The Twin Adders have been exceedingly gracious hosts, but I must admit I sometimes long for Ishgardian cooking.

===Returning to Quincompaix===
'''Quincompaix''': So our provisions were to blame? After so many years of such lean meals when on duty, I never thought to question it.

'''Quincompaix''': Well, we lack the means to give them a taste of their homelands, but we can certainly try to add a dash of spice to our cooking. Might I trouble you for help just a while longer?

'''Quincompaix''': I'd like to prepare a Gyr Abanian dish for the men and see if it does aught to lift their spirits. The recipe is simple enough, but the ingredients are not so easily acquired.

'''Quincompaix''': The first, and most important, ingredient is meat from the sarcosuchus. You're like to find them in or near the Velodyna River.

'''Quincompaix''': I'll also need a few Velodyna mushrooms─say, three or so. Bring me those, and I can prepare a mouthwatering meal for the troops.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Quincompaix''': Did you have any trouble procuring the ingredients?

'''Quincompaix''': Wonderful. Simply wonderful. I should also mention, the strangest thing happened while you were away─a few of the men came by to speak with me about our provisions. Your asking about camp likely spurred them to action.

'''Quincompaix''': Now that we better understand their grievances, we plan to take better care to supply the men with cooking palatable to more than just us Gridanians.

'''Quincompaix''': As they say, variety is the spice of life.

What a Tangled Web We Weave

2021-07-02T13:12:32Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = What a Tangled Web We Weave
| description = This Resistance fighter seems to be waiting for someone.
| image =
| quest-giver = Resistance Fighter
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 9.0
| location-y = 11.8
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items = Firecracker
| exp = 83700
| gil = 745
| reward-opt1 = 1 Triphane Choker of Healing
| reward-opt2 = 1 Triphane Choker of Casting
| reward-opt3 = 3 Savage Might Materia V
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest =
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with the [[Resistance fighter]].

*Use the firecrackers at the designated location.

*Speak with the [[Resistance fighter]].

*Jump down into the cave and slay any gorged spinners that appear.

*Speak with the [[Resistance fighter]].

*Speak with the [[Resistance fighter]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Resistance Fighter''': You're one o' those adventurers, right? Always runnin' about offerin' help to those in need? Good, because I could certainly use some right about now.

'''Resistance Fighter''': One of our new recruits was supposed to make a short patrol around the Comet's Tail, an' he should've been back at least a few bells ago. I want you to come with me an' make sure he's alright. Follow me.

===Speaking with the Resistance Fighter===
'''Rattled Recruit''': ...Legs... So many legs...

'''Resistance Fighter''': There you are. I found him, but it seems we've got another problem. Go on, tell [him/her] what you told me.

'''Rattled Recruit''': R-Right. I was making my rounds, as I always do, when I was assaulted by a group of giant spiders! I panicked and ran, but in my haste I dropped my satchel, which contained a rather important set of documents.

'''Rattled Recruit''': I came back here to retrieve them, but...the spiders... <shudder> They took the bag and went down into that rather large hole over there. I meant to go after them, but I considered having to fight them off in the dark, and soon thought better of it.

'''Resistance Fighter''': I think I know how to flush 'em out. They don't take too kindly to loud noises. Here, take a few o' these firecrackers an' toss 'em down there.

'''Resistance Fighter''': Those fireworks are sure to flush the bastards out o' hiding.

===Using the Firecrackers===
The firecrackers snap and pop as they fall into the hole.

'''Resistance Fighter''': Used all of 'em? Good.

'''Resistance Fighter''': When the spiders skitter out into the open, that'll be your chance to strike. You'll need to be quick. Otherwise they're like to retreat to the shadows. If you jump down, you can get the drop on 'em.

To flush the gorged spinners out of hiding, you must jump down the designated location while dismounted.

===Return to the Resistance Fighter===
'''Resistance Fighter''': Holy hells, I didn't think you'd actually do it!

'''Rattled Recruit''': That was incredible! Thank you, [???/miss]. Now we can go and retrieve my satchel.

'''Resistance Fighter''': Ahem. Well, there's no need to rush. It's been a long day, an' I'm sure the satchel's not goin' anywhere. For now let's head back to Castrum Oriens where I can give you proper thanks.

===At Castrum Oriens===
'''Resistance Fighter''': Thanks again for your help. All that's left is to go an' retrieve those documents, an' hopefully forget all this ever happened.

'''Resistance Fighter''': You see, this isn't the first time I've dealt with those spiders. I was born an' raised in these parts, an' I've hunted more than my fair share o' those eight-legged nightmares in my time. It's why I knew to use those firecrackers.

'''Resistance Fighter''': East End used to be teemin' with 'em, an' I thought we'd wiped 'em all out. <sigh> Apparently not...

'''Resistance Fighter''': I can only hope this doesn't mean we've got an infestation on our hands. If more o' those things start turnin' up again, you can bet I'll be ready.

Gross Encounters

2021-07-02T13:08:19Z

Nyans:

{{Quest infobox
| title = Gross Encounters
| description = The look on Serpent Marshal Brookstone's face suggests he has received some distressing news.
| image =
| quest-giver = Serpent Marshal Brookstone
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 9.2
| location-y = 10.8
| type = side
| quest-line =
| organization =
| class =
| job =
| level = 60
| requirements =
| req-items =
| exp = 83700
| gil = 745
| reward-opt1 = 1 Triphane Choker of Fending
| reward-opt2 = 1 Triphane Choker of Slaying
| reward-opt3 = 1 Triphane Choker of Aiming
| reward-opt4 = 3 Savage Aim Materia V
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest = Falling Down on the Job
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Speak with the [[flame recruit]].

*Speak with the [[serpent recruit]].

*Survey the specified location.

*Defeat the greatest morbol.

*Speak with [[Brookstone]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': [Forename]! We are in desperate need of your assistance.

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': We dispatched a small unit on what we believed to be a simple extermination mission, but I received an urgent distress call just moments ago─they've been set upon by a giant morbol!

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': To send anyone else would likely only complicate matters, but you─you have a gift for dealing with such monstrosities. I need you to find them and see to their safety.

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': The morbol was spotted to the east of here near Pike Falls, but they're certain to have fled. Nevertheless, I would ask you start your search there.

===Speaking with the Flame Recruit===
'''Flame Recruit''': An...an adventurer...? Please, you have to help! The morbol, they...they drew it away to save me, but they're no match for such a beast.

'''Flame Recruit''': They've gone to the bridge south of here. Go, before it's too late.

===Speaking with the Serpent Recruit===
'''Serpent Recruit''': The serpent marshal sent you? Oh, thank heavens. Any longer and we'd likely be in the morbol's belly. Felling such a fiend is beyond the likes of us, but perhaps you would be willing to carry on in our stead?

'''Serpent Recruit''': Another of our comrades, Flame Sergeant Dodogun, has taken to high ground to better survey the area and provide us with information on our targets. Use this linkpearl to speak with him and track down the morbol.

'''Serpent Recruit''': I will see the others back to Castrum Oriens. We're counting on you─that beast cannot be suffered to remain in these lands.

'''Dodogun''': Hello? Who is this? ...The silent type, eh? Well, follow my instructions, and we'll see that overgrown weed is exterminated once and for all.

'''Dodogun''': It seems to be heading for the Striped Hills. It's fast, but I think I can keep an eye on it until you get there.

'''Serpent Recruit''': We're well enough to make it back to Castrum Oriens on our own. You must see to the morbol before anyone else comes to harm.

===At the Striped Hills===
'''Dodogun''': Do you see anything? It was there just a moment ago.

'''Dodogun''': Wait! It's over there, to the east!

===Further East===
'''Dodogun''': Do you see anything? It was there just a moment ago.

'''Dodogun''': Wait! It's over there, to the north!

===Further North===
'''Dodogun''': The morbol should be right ahead. If I didn't know better I would swear you've tracked animals before.

'''Dodogun''': At any rate, there's nothing else I can do from here. It's up to you now to put an end to things. Good luck.

===Returning to Serpent Marshal Brookstone===
'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': Excellent work. Thanks to you, we were able to keep casualties to a minimum.

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': As Flame Sergeant Dodogun tells it, you are every bit the adventurer they say. It's not often anyone can elicit praise from him.

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': In fact, he's offered to buy you a drink when he next returns to Castrum Oriens.

'''Serpent Marshal Brookstone''': On behalf of all the soldiers here, you have my sincerest thanks. We're quite fortunate to have one such as you among our ranks.

Best Served with Cold Steel

2021-07-02T12:36:49Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Best Served with Cold Steel
| description = [[Raubahn]] knows exactly what he would like you to do.
| image = Best Served with Cold Steel Image.png
| quest-giver = Raubahn
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 9.3
| location-y = 11.3
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Stormblood Main Scenario
| level = 60
| exp = 334800
| gil = 1883
| reward-opt1 = 1 High Steel Katzbalger
| reward-opt2 = 1 High Steel Headsman's Axe
| reward-opt3 = 1 High Steel Guillotine
| reward-opt4 = 1 High Steel Tachi
| reward-opt5 = 3 Quicktongue Materia V
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| next-quest = Let Fill Your Hearts with Pride
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
==Steps==
*Lie in wait for imperial soldiers.

*Rendezvous with [[Raubahn]].

*Defeat the imperial forces!

*Speak with [[M'naago]].

==Walkthrough==
You'll first face a Laquearius and Signifier in the open world, a marauder and thaumaturge respectively. Take out the thaumaturge first before beating on the tank, then meet Raubahn for the real fight.
You'll be aided by Raubahn, Alisaie, a Flame Pugilist, and a Serpent Conjurer. Throughout the fight Raubahn will be fighting Grynewaht (Uses Augmented Suffering and Firebomb for AoE damage centered on himself and a random target respectively, and Augmented Uprising for conal damage), the pugilist will fight the Hastatus (A gladiator), the Conjurer will be fighting the Princeps (A thaumaturge), and Alisaie will be fighting the Prototype. Of these, only the prototype needs to be defeated, the three others have a prohibitive quantity of HP and defeating them yields little benefit. Both the Conjurer and Alisaie will support the party with healing.

Focus on the Prototype while dealing with the adds, which usually go down easily enough to AoE. At first there will just be two slasher adds, but more will be summoned as the fight progresses. In this first phase it will use Cermet Pile, a line AoE, at whatever it's targeting. Once taken below 90% four more slashers will appear and the Prototype will begin using Open Fire, which hits several large random circles on the battlefield. At about 75% it will summon two Hoplomachuses and two Signifiers.

Finally, at 65% it will begin using Mine Layer. This summons a Magitek Turret that will tether to you, and slowly fly to you until it self destructs. Simply lead it away from your comrades until it explodes. At 55% it will summon about 7 more Magitek Slashers, and Raubahn will ready Immortal Flame. Just survive until it goes off and they will be defeated. At 40% a cutscene will play and the final phase will begin.

In the final phase you'll be joined by three Resistance Fighters (A gladiator, lancer, and archer), M'naago of the Crooked Fletch (archer), and Conrad Farsight (thaumaturge). You'll need the extra DPS as the prototype will begin channeling Self-destruct, and if it goes off you wipe. Just focus all the damage you can, you have 1 minute to take it from 40% to dead.

==Journal==
*Having resolved to carry out [[Vice Marshal Tarupin]]'s plan to destroy prototype magitek weapons, [[General Aldynn]] is eager to begin at once. He bids you lie in wait for an imperial patrol near [[Castrum Oriens]] and slaughter the soldiers in order to goad the [[Garlean Empire|Garleans]] into a response.

*The trap has been baited with dead imperials. Raubahn and the others are already in position, waiting for you and the prototype weapons to arrive.

*The imperial officer charged with overseeing the field testing of the prototype magitek weapons is none other than [[Grynewaht]], the brutish [[Roegadyn]] whom you faced on the [[Carteneau Flats]]. Needless to say, he is surprised to see you in [[Gyr Abania]], but eager to seize the opportunity for revenge.

*Though Grynewaht sends wave after wave of imperial soldiers and magitek against you and your comrades, it is not enough. As the smoldering wreck of his beloved weapon belches smoke into the sky, the imperial officer flees, leaving the combined force of [[Eorzean Alliance|Alliance]] regulars and [[Ala Mhigan Resistance|Resistance]] fighters to celebrate a momentous victory.

*The operation is a resounding success. Not only were the imperials humiliated and their magitek destroyed, but your allies suffered no casualties in the process. Thoroughly satisfied with this outcome, [[Commander Kemp]] and General Aldynn exchange a few words before withdrawing to their respective headquarters.

==Dialogue==
===Before Accepting the Quest===
'''Alisaie''': Prototype magitek armor, eh? This may prove a challenge.

'''Pipin''': Fate has a way of leading one into the most unexpected alliances, does it not?

===Accepting the Quest===
'''Raubahn''': We've been careful to avoid needless shows of force this side of the Wall. But that's all about to change─and when it does, you may be sure they'll send their new toys out to entertain us.

'''Raubahn''': I ''would'' ask you to participate in this operation...but from that look I see it is a foregone conclusion. My thanks.

'''Raubahn''': Per Pipin's plan, we need to turn East End into an imperial graveyard. You're a dab hand at this, and I'd be a fool not to use you.

'''Raubahn''': Head to this spot on your map─right here, aye. A patrol should be along shortly. Deal with them, then rendezvous with the rest of us at this location. Go well, [Forename].

===Rendezvous with Raubahn===
'''Alisaie''': My information was inaccurate, it would seem. The patrol never came...

'''Raubahn''': All went to plan, then? Good.

'''Raubahn''': Our scouts report that a unit escorting the prototype weapons has left Castellum Velodyna. The Resistance is already in position, so we have but to wait for our guests to arrive.

===Solo Duty===
'''Grynewaht''': Things looked grim for us after Carteneau, didn't they? Oh, how they doubted us... Yet here we are, right as rain, with fancy new toys to put through their paces...

'''Grynewaht''': Bwahahahaha! It's like all my namedays have come at once!

'''Grynewaht''': Well, well, well! If it isn't Garlond's little troublemaker! Heh heh heh! I can't wait to see the look on Zenos's face when I bring him your head!

'''Grynewaht''': That is, if my secret weapons here don't grind it into mush! ATTAAACK!

'''Raubahn''': Adders, Flames, deal with the escort! Leave the armor to [Forename]!

'''Grynewaht''': Bugger me! Is that General Aldynn!? Bwahahaha! A chance to get my revenge on [Forename], and test our new weapons, and kill an Alliance commander! Ohhh, it doesn't get much better than this!

'''Alisaie''': One would almost think he harbored a grudge against you, [Forename]. Whatever did you do to him?

'''Grynewaht''': Hurry up and KILL THE BASTARDS! We've got 'em outnumbered!

'''Grynewaht''': What are you idiots doing? Give them everything we've got!

'''Alisaie''': There's no end to them... I'm here if you need healing, [Forename]!

'''Raubahn''': Looks like there's only the one prototype. Whatever else we do this day, I want it destroyed!

'''Raubahn''': Keep it up, lads! That thing won't take much more!

'''Grynewaht''': Enough! We have secret weapons of great power, don't we? Let's bloody well use 'em!

'''Alisaie''': On your guard, [Forename]! He's up to something!

'''Grynewaht''': Damn it all! Haven't we got anything else!? More armor or weapons or something!?

'''Raubahn''': More of them!? I'm going to have to have a word with our scouts...

'''Grynewaht''': This can't be happening! Not again!

'''Grynewaht''': He who fights and runs─ What the─? Who in the hells are you lot!?

'''M'naago''': For Ala Mhigo! Let none escape!

'''Raubahn''': We have them now! Forward! Forward!

'''Grynewaht''': You think you've won, eh? Heh heh heh... THEN WE GO TOGETHER!

'''Magitek Vanguard I Prototype''': Self-destruct sequence initiated... Sixty... Fifty-nine... Fifty-eight...

'''Raubahn''': Seven hells! There's no time to get to safety! We must disable it before it blows!

'''Magitek Vanguard I Prototype''': Thirty... Twenty-nine... Twenty-eight...

'''Grynewaht''': No... No, no, NO! My secret weapon!

'''Grynewaht''': Gaaah! Damn it all! Miracles of magitek design, my arse! I've passed harder stools than these piles of scrap!

'''Grynewaht''': You'll pay for this! Mark my words, the next time we meet will be the last!

'''Raubahn''': Aye! Run and tell your viceroy! The day belongs to Ala Mhigo!

'''Raubahn''': Well done, all of you. I'd call this operation a resounding success.

'''Conrad''': Can't say I'm surprised. The “Bull of Ala Mhigo” had an impressive military record before he went west, as I recall.

'''Raubahn''': Credit where it's due, Master Kemp. 'Twas Marshal Tarupin who made this plan, and all of you, Resistance and Alliance alike, who carried it out to perfection.

'''Conrad''': Aye, that they did. Not a single casualty, for which I'm grateful beyond words. I've no doubt our comrades back at the Reach will feel the same.

'''Raubahn''': As will ours.

'''Conrad''': It's been a pleasure, General. Until the next battle. M'naago─I leave the Scions in your care.

'''Raubahn''': We shall return to the castrum, then. [Forename], Mistress Leveilleur─once more you have my thanks. As Master Kemp said, until the next battle.

===Finishing the Quest===
'''Alisaie''': That brute of an imperial officer was a force to be reckoned with, wasn't he? A fool, mayhap, but he held his own against the Flame General...

'''M'naago''': I'd heard the stories, but to actually see you in action... I almost found myself pitying the imperials. Seriously, though─it was inspirational.

'''M'naago''': Ah, but you must be tired of hearing that, eh? I'll keep it simple, then─thanks for the help out there!

Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered

2021-07-02T04:25:25Z

Nyans: Added quest dialogue

{{Quest infobox
| title = Signed, Sealed, to Be Delivered
| description = [[M'naago]] would like nothing more than to continue on to [[Castrum Oriens]].
| quest-giver = M'naago
| location = The Fringes
| location-x = 19.5
| location-y = 10.4
| type = main scenario
| quest-line = Stormblood Main Scenario
| level = 60
| exp = 334800
| gil = 680
| reward-opt1 = 1 Gaganaskin Jacket of Aiming
| reward-opt2 = 1 Bloodhempen Chestwrap of Healing
| reward-opt3 = 1 Bloodhempen Chestwrap of Casting
| reward-opt4 = 3 Quickarm Materia V
| unlocks =
| prev-quest = A Friend of a Friend in Need
| next-quest = Best Served with Cold Steel, Magiteknical Failure, Gross Encounters, Prison Break, What a Tangled Web We Weave, Food For Thought, Doing Her Part
| release = stormblood
| patch = 4.0
}}
__NOTOC__
==Steps==
*Follow [[M'naago]].

*Speak with [[Raubahn]].

==Journal==
''There are no journal entries for this quest.''

==Dialogue==
===Accepting the Quest===
'''M'naago''': Right. I believe we've rested long enough. We should resume our journey before someone notices their missing patrol.

===At East End===
'''Alisaie''': More soldiers? I didn't think they'd come this far west, but better to be safe than sorry...

'''M'naago''': ...We're clear. Only Alliance patrols ahead.

'''M'naago''': You said the forces at Castrum Oriens were under the command of Flame General Raubahn Aldynn, did you not?

'''M'naago''': By Rhalgr! The Bull of Ala Mhigo himself! I never dreamed I'd have a chance to meet the legend...

===At Castrum Oriens===
'''Raubahn''': It is good to see you again, my friends. I hope you are here to tell me you have made contact with the Resistance?

'''Alisaie''': We are, General.

'''Alisaie''': Allow me to introduce M'naago, of Rhalgr's Reach.

'''M'naago''': At your service, sir! And may I say what an absolute honor it is to stand before the Bull of Ala Mhigo!

'''Raubahn''': These are not the bloodsands, girl. You and I are but soldiers on a battlefield fighting for the same cause.

'''M'naago''': A-As you say, General!

'''M'naago''': Ahem. On behalf of Commander Kemp of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, I present to you our formal response.

'''Raubahn''': ...Good. I am glad we have reached an accord. Though I was not aware you had suffered such losses.

'''M'naago''': Aye... Some of our finest took part in the Griffin's doomed assault, and we've been struggling to find new recruits ever since.

'''M'naago''': The massacre has cast a pall over the whole Resistance, and many who might once have been open to joining us have since thought better of it.

'''Alisaie''': After all of the Griffin's false promises, one can hardly blame them. They have no desire to give their lives for a lost cause.

'''Raubahn''': We will not lie to them. This is war, and lives will be lost. Yet what we offer is not the fever dream of a madman, but true hope.

'''Pipin''': The people need proof of this, Father. Let us show it to them.

'''Pipin''': I say we stand shoulder to shoulder with our new allies and engage the Garleans in open warfare. The Resistance must demonstrate that they can hold their own against imperial regulars, and with our assistance, I am confident they can do just that.

'''Pipin''': If we can achieve even a token victory, I believe it will serve to rekindle the hope of the Ala Mhigan people, and inspire them to rise up once more.

'''M'naago''': Aye, aye... Once word spread that we'd won a battle against the Garleans, I wager we'd have new recruits flocking to us from malms around. The question is, when and where do we strike?

'''Pipin''': I'm glad you asked. I have a plan...

'''Pipin''': Our scouts recently informed me of an interesting development at Castellum Velodyna. Namely, the arrival of a shipment rumored to have come from the research and development facilities near the capital, containing prototype magitek armor.

'''Pipin''': It is our assessment that this armor is to be field-tested here, most likely against Alliance forces. Mayhap before the day is out.

'''M'naago''': Damn it all, more magitek weapons? That's the last thing we need!

'''Pipin''': Your concern is not unwarranted, but we needn't despair just yet. The shipment is thought to have contained a single heavy unit and one or two support units. With a well-laid ambush, we are confident we can destroy them all, hindering their development and delaying future deployment.

'''Raubahn''': And should we carry this out as a joint endeavor with the Resistance, they will have their rallying cry.

'''M'naago''': It would mean dropping all pretense about the Alliance not wanting to go to war with the Empire...but you'd have a lot more folk willing to stand up and fight if they knew they weren't alone. And you were going to have to do it eventually anyway.

'''Pipin''': Exactly. And so what I propose is simple: we harry their patrols to bait them into bringing their prototype weapons to East End, where our Resistance allies will take them from behind.

'''Raubahn''': Simple indeed, and well within our capabilities. I see no reason to delay, especially if a field test is imminent. What say you?

'''M'naago''': Assuming the vice marshal's intelligence is accurate, I agree with his assessment and fully support his plan. I shall notify my comrades at once.

'''Pipin''': Understood. I shall have one of my men bring you the details of the plan anon.

'''Alisaie''': And we for our part will be fighting with the Alliance, yes? I somehow doubt you were intending to sit this one out.