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This article is about the playable area of Castrum Kremnos's present. For the playable area of Castrum Kremnos's past, see "Bloodbathed Battlefront" Castrum Kremnos. For information pertaining to the city, see Castrum Kremnos.
A city that worships Nikador, the Strife Titan who strikes fear into people. Now, this dilapidated fortress of the corrupted Titan perpetuates the will of conquest and strife.
Despite the limited view as you enter this narrow room at the periphery of Kremnos Arena, it is not hard to imagine the fierce battles transcending time and space that once occurred in this arena.
The center of the magnificent Kremnos Arena is where brave warriors showcased their might. Even today, it seems as though you can vaguely hear the cheers and noise from the spectators.
The resting area in Kremnos Arena. Warriors who once fought against each other to the death would lay down their arms here, then praise one another for the bravery and skills demonstrated while they rest and recuperate.
Ignis:Krateros, are you really going to leave Castrum Kremnos? Kremnos is prospering and King Eurypon places great importance on you. Just the title of Royal Wing Elite is enough to win the admiration of thousands.
Krateros:Ignis, you only know me by my titles of master primus of the Watchers and Royal Wing Elite. What you do not know is that I bear another, equally glorious title...
Krateros: That is the title of King's mentor, granted to me by Queen Gorgo.
Ignis: ...I don't understand what you are saying.
Krateros: When I was a sprout like you, I hunted alongside Gorgo. With my own eyes, I saw her kill a lion with her bare hands.
Krateros: Back then, Gorgo was not yet queen. She was merely a ferocious but kind warrior. She treated every child in the tribe as her own. I was also fortunate enough to receive her tutelage and learned skills that I would not have claimed victory in the Kremnos Festival without.
Krateros: The day I became a Watcher, Gorgo looked me in the eyes exactly as she did back then... In her eyes, I was still her dear old friend.
Krateros: Queen Gorgo entrusted her child, Mydeimos, to me. I vowed under the light of Nikador that I would protect the Prince of Kremnos with my life...
Krateros: However, King Eurypon has been bewitched by traitors and wishes his own flesh and blood dead. When Queen Gorgo doubled over and cried out in agony, I did not dare make a move. I hung my head and stilled my tongue.
Ignis: ...
Krateros: Queen Gorgo challenged King Eurypon to gladiator combat to protect Mydeimos. Unfortunately, she was defeated and had her throat slit by his blade.
Krateros: But when I examined her body, I found symptoms of poisoning...
Krateros: She fell to an evil plot!
Ignis: ...
Krateros: I failed Queen Gorgo. Now, I hear that Castrum Kremnos has a detachment army roaming outside the city. Rumor has it that their leader is one that defied death. Krateros. I am going to find that lone army. I believe... Mydeimos has returned.
Krateros: Mydeimos, you did it! We did it! We have taken revenge for your mother! We have avenged Queen Gorgo!
Krateros: Now, there is but one thing remaining... Put on the crown, fulfill your mother's wishes, and become the new King of Kremnos!
Krateros: I once vowed to your mother that I would give my life to protect your reign. Once you become king, I will be your iron wings. If you wish to unite Amphoreus, I will always be the one who charges ahead of you into battle!
Mydei: Master, do not forget the position that we are currently in.
Krateros: I have not forgotten. We serve as the mercenary blade of the blonde usurper, dependent on her for our existence. However, these days shall come to an end.
Mydei: But that moment is not now.
Krateros: ...I understand how you feel, young master. You just now killed your own father. It is to be expected that your emotions are complicated and heavy.
Krateros: However... Standing on the body of your fathers, bathing in their blood, and then putting on the crown is a Kremnoan tradition that has continued for millennia...
Mydei: Master, let me ask you: Did my mother really have such expectations of me? Did she wish for me to commit patricide, to steal the throne, and continue this endless conquest?
Krateros: ...
Mydei: Do not mention this matter again. I understand the situation. Now, let us return to the city. We have far too many fallen soldiers to honor.
Krateros: I understand, young master. Please just allow me one final word: There are many like myself in the Kremnoan detachment who already see you as the new King. You need only give the order, and the Kremnoan detachment would raise their spears and give their lives for you.
Krateros: Do not let your mother or your people down, Mydeimos.
Mydei: ...
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