Dawn of a New Tomorrow

Surprised to see me? I suppose it's only natural...

May I come in?

I haven't properly thanked you.

That my sister was able to realize her potential is testament to the quality of her traveling companions. Particularly you.

For that, you have my heartfelt gratitude.

What will you say?

I only did as you might have in my position.

Wuk Lamat did all the work. I was just moral support.

My primary business in calling is to deliver a message from Lamaty'i. As you well know, after the ascension ceremony she will officially take up the mantle of Dawnservant.

She has expressed a desire for you to accept a post within her administration...

...while making no mention of me.

You needn't decide immediately. My sister will broach the matter with you again after the ceremony.

Whether you continue to assist Lamaty'i or not is up to you.

That is all. If you'll excuse me.

...You have become someone irreplaceable to her. As her brother, I acknowledge that with no little jealousy.

But believe me when I say that I hope you will stay by her side.

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And thus it arrived...

The day of the Dawnservant ascension ceremony...

A very large crowd gathers in front of the palace.

Alisaie

What a crowd! As befits the changing of Dawnservants.

Alphinaud

It's starting.

Gulool Ja Ja arrives on the palace balcony. The crowd cheers.

Tonawawta Man (no text)

The Dawnservant!

Shetona Woman (no text)

Look! He's here!

Xbr'aal Youth

The Head of Reason is resting again... Thought he'd grace us for this occasion at least.

People of Tuliyollal! You honor us with your presence.

For on this auspicious day, we witness the dusking of one era and the dawning of the next. The succession of Dawnservants!

Heh! But I've talked for long enough. Allow me to present the claimant whose determination, wisdom, and compassion guided them to triumph and the city of gold!

My daughter─Wuk Lamat!

Wuk Lamat arrives on the balcony. The crowd cheers.

Unnamed Hanuhanu (no text)

Huzzah! Huzzah!

Unnamed Pelupelu (no text)

Long live the Dawnservant! Long live Tuliyollal!

Growing up in this city, I used to think I knew all there was to know about Tuliyollal.

But my journey showed me how much I had yet to learn about the cultures, histories, and aspirations of this nation.

Through the time-honored Ihih'hana, the Hanuhanu taught me how they nourish and cultivate both the land and their bonds with visitors.

And with their alpacas and tradecraft, the Pelupelu showed me the depths of their patience and fortitude. To know when to push through...and when not to push your luck.

From the Moblins and their artisans, I gained insight into the power of creativity. That it is when we are filled with passion and bolstered by the support of others that we produce our best works.

I was moved by the history and hopes of the Yok Huy, who believe that death isn't the end. That we live on so long as we're remembered.

I felt joy and harmony in Yak T'el when I tasted xibruq pibil. The dish that marked the beginning of peace between the Xbr'aal and Mamool Ja after centuries of warfare.

And...I felt sorrow in Mamook when I met with those who placed their faith in the promise of blessed siblings, and for this were burdened with great suffering.

Through the understanding we forged, I'm hopeful that they will find what they seek through friendship and community. For we are all Turali.

Elderly Boonewa

Understanding with Mamook? What sorcery did she use on them...?

All of which is to say that, as I've come to know our nation, I've seen the ways in which we thrive, and the ways in which we still struggle.

Some in Kozama'uka must resort to banditry to survive. A faction of Yok Huy still cling to dreams of conquest. Not everyone lives in peace and plenty.

And there's still so much of Tuliyollal I don't know. Places I haven't seen and people I haven't met.

That's why I hope to keep learning about and from you, that we might build a nation where everyone knows happiness.

Because my journey has taught me one thing above all else: your happiness is my happiness!

The crowd cheers.

I say mine, but the Dawnservant doesn't need to be a single person, does it?

Erenville

Oh dear... What is she doing?

Wuk Lamat jumps from the balcony.

My father led Tuliyollal to prosperity by the resolve and reason of his two heads.

But my one head can only get us so far. To further change our nation for the better, I'll need someone else.

Someone with the knowledge and insight that I lack.

So what do you say? Be Dawnservant with me, Koana!

Koana approaches Wuk Lamat.

Lamaty'i... Are you certain?

Absolutely. You take Reason and I take Resolve. Together, we make a full Dawnservant.

Haaahahahahaha!

You'll have no objections from me, of course!

But mine is not the approval you need.

During my time abroad, I experienced the benefits of foreign technologies, some of which I introduced to our nation.

Dirigibles now soar the sky in the south, while locomotives traverse the land in the north.

Two people in the crowd shake their heads.

I was convinced that by imitating foreign powers, we could assert our strength and thereby deter invasion.

Yet despite my intentions, I failed to understand what I was too eager to cast aside, and the very people I wished to protect.

My own journey has taught me that culture isn't a hindrance to progress, but a shared value that binds us, connecting lives and generations.

With your blessing, I vow to help Tuliyollal prosper in a way that honors the hopes and heritage of all her peoples. My esteemed predecessor would accept nothing less.

For ultimately, I harbor the same wish as my sister: to give you cause to smile. That is my heartfelt desire.

The crowd applauds.

Hehe! Glad this didn't go to waste.

Wuk Lamat unveils the inscribed stone pillar.

This is the Lay of Legacy! The part of the Tuliyollal Saga where you and I become the next Dawnservant.

Good heavens... Don't tell me this is what kept you so busy ahead of the ceremony.

Just so you know, I didn't decide this on a whim. After reflecting on all we've been through, I realized it was the only answer.

With this, both my brother and I have worthy successors. ...He would have been proud.

The crowd stares at Gulool Ja Ja.

Hm. Of course you knew.

Gulool Ja Ja lifts the veil over the head of Reason, revealing it is dead.

It's been three years since my brother left us...

Tonawawtan Onlooker

It cannot be... The Head of Reason is no longer with us?

Elderly Hanu

O tragic tidings...

I didn't want to believe it...