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Grove, Wherefore Are the Wise Silent is the third part of the Trailblaze Mission chapter Light Slips the Gate, Shadow Greets the Throne. It automatically begins after completing Glory, Turn From Imbibed Poison.
Steps[]
- Speak with Castorice
- Follow Castorice to meet with Aglaea
- Find out about what's happening from the merchants
- Continue following Castorice to meet with Aglaea
- Speak with Aglaea
- Speak with Castorice and Hyacine and prepare to head out
- Meet up with Hyacine's friends
- Follow Trianne and move forward
- Speak with Trianne and prepare to depart
- Wait for Trianne to wake up
- Step onto the Woven Trail and enter the Grove of Epiphany
- Help March 7th take a picture of the giant tree as a keepsake
- Find the way to enter the Grove of Epiphany
- Pass the Janus' Hidden Passage and enter the Grove of Epiphany
- Continue forward
- Investigate the White Dryad
- Leave the Courtyard of Storge and keep moving forward
- Report the situation to Aglaea
- Keep going and investigate the cause of the calamity
- Open the gate and continue forward
- (Optional) Try to sense the black tide monster's memory (0/3)
- Keep moving forward and head to the Luminary Throne
- Find the source of the sound
- Follow Calypso's guidance and find a way to keep going forward
- Pass the deep wall and obtain Golden Bough of Vows
- Offer the Golden Bough of Vows to the heart
- Take the waterwheel to head to the top level of the Library of Philia
- Leave the Library of Philia and head to the Luminary Throne
- Keep moving forward and pass through the Dome of Devotion
- Find Mem and Trianne by listening to the sounds
- Try to reach where Mem is and rescue Mem
- Defeat the magical beasts surrounding Mem
- Pick the remaining fires with the Golden Bough of Vows
- Offer the remaining fires to the Butterfly of Divine Mind
- Climb upwards and reach the Luminary Throne
- Keep moving forward and meet up with Cerces at the throne
- Defeat the black-robed swordmaster
Dialogue[]
Speak with Castorice[]
Mission DescriptionAglaea shows sincere gratitude for our help in defeating Nikador, preparing generous gifts and inviting (Trailblazer) and I to the Hero's Bath for a discussion.
- Now, in your private bath chamber
- Ever since the battle with Nikador, you haven't slept so soundly in ages.
- Even if Death itself came to rouse you, you'd proudly retort: Why does life slumber? Because the bed is warm...
- Yet, a chill from the River of Souls wafted by, a sensation hauntingly familiar. Could Death truly be at your door?
- Best to open your eyes, just in case...
- Castorice: (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer), you're awake. - ...No wonder I felt a chill.
- Castorice: Is the room too cold?
- ...Castorice, why does life slumber?
- Castorice: ...That's a complicated question. I'm not sure I can answer that.
- ...Why are you here?
- Castorice: I apologize for arriving uninvited. I saw that you were still asleep, so I took the liberty of waiting nearby.
- Castorice: I bring a message from Lady Aglaea. She has prepared a gift for you and Dan Heng, and wishes to present it to you in person.
- A gift? Gimme, gimme!
- What are we waiting for? Let's go!
- Castorice: I'm glad you're in good spirits. Alright, let's set off.
Follow Castorice to meet with Aglaea[]
- (While walking with Castorice)
- Castorice: The baths are bustling. Now that Nikador has fallen, the soldiers in the city can finally catch a break.
- Castorice: Is that... Lady Tribbie and Lady Trianne?
- (Approach Tribbie and Trianne)
- Trianne: You must have forgotten! This is a precious relic from our hometown! We definitely all saw it back then!
- Tribbie: Trianne, this is a counterfeit. We both know it's impossible for something this fragile to have survived all those years in one piece...
- Trianne: Nothing is impossible! We are fragile, too! But we still got through those... those sad times. Look at that color... and how it glitters in the light... It's exactly as we remember it!
- Trianne: Why won't you buy it? If someone else gets to it before us, we'll... we'll miss our chance forever...
- Tribbie: Calm down, Trianne... You need rest.
- Merchant: Please, there's no need to fret. If you need more time to make a decision, I can put this aside for you until tomorrow... or until you're ready.
- Tribbie: No, no, it's alright. Trianne is just... She'll come to her senses tomorrow. We'll be off first.
- Trianne: Trianne is just what? Trianne is super mad, that's what!
- Trianne: You've forgotten... You've forgotten all about Mama! Mama gave us something just like this before!
- Tribbie: Trianne...
- (Trianne runs off)
- Merchant: Uh... See you tomorrow? I hope you two patch things up soon...
- Tribbie: See you tomorrow. May the winds of fortune bless you.
Find out about what's happening from the merchants[]
- (Approach the marked location)
- Merchant: It's so hard to understand what they're thinking sometimes…
- (Speak to the merchant)
- Castorice: Excuse me. If you don't mind, could you tell me what Lady Tribbie and Lady Trianne were discussing just now?
- Merchant: Oh, it's Miss Castorice! It's been a while! Well, honestly, I'm not quite sure myself.
- Merchant: See, I have a little hobby of collecting handicrafts. Some time ago, I found this trinket being sold at the Marmoreal Market and bought it to use as decoration at my stall.
- Merchant: When Lady Tribbie and Lady Trianne walked by earlier, Lady Trianne happened to catch sight of it and promptly insisted that it was a precious memento from her hometown.
- Merchant: But Lady Tribbie believed it to be a counterfeit. She said it couldn't possibly be from Janusopolis — the likelihood of such fragile glassware surviving the Chrysos War is simply too low.
- Merchant: For some reason, Lady Trianne became awfully upset after hearing that.
- Castorice: I see...
- Castorice: Madam, would you mind selling this trinket to me?
- Merchant: Certainly. It's just... if it truly is a relic from Janusopolis, it could be worth a small fortune... Miss Castorice, I'm running a business here, after all, so...
- Castorice: I understand. Feel free to name your price.
- Not so fast! I object to this!
- Merchant: And what might your concerns be, my friend?
- You've got some nerve trying to rip off a Chrysos Heir.
- Tribbie already called it a fake! Are you trying to pull a fast one on us?
- Merchant: I... Fine. I'll sell it to you at cost as a sign of goodwill, Miss Castorice. Just promise to support my business in the future!
- (Glare at her in silence.)
- Merchant: Uh... I suppose I can sell it to you at cost as a sign of goodwill, Miss Castorice. Just promise to support my business in the future!
- Castorice: Much appreciated.
- (If you vocally objected)
- Castorice: Thanks for helping me out. I'm not one to venture out often, and while I have some savings, it takes a lot out of me to even talk to people, let alone haggle... Had you not been here, I would've been set back plenty.
- (If you glared in silence)
- Castorice: We're lucky that she has a good heart. I'm not one to venture out often, and while I have some savings, it takes a lot out of me to even talk to people, let alone haggle... Had it been another merchant, I would've been set back plenty.
- Castorice: The authenticity of the piece isn't important. What matters is that it holds special meaning for Lady Trianne and reminds her of her hometown.
- Castorice: I've long wished to show my gratitude for Lady Trianne's care, but I haven't been able to come up with any ideas for a suitable gift. This chance encounter today feels like divine intervention. Perhaps this is the gift I've been searching for.
- Castorice: Still, this trinket is admittedly rather fragile. I will have to make some adjustments and stitch it onto wool felt to protect it. That way, no matter how much Lady Trianne runs around, it won't break easily.
Continue following Castorice to meet with Aglaea[]
- (While walking with Castorice)
- Castorice: Alright, back to business after that little detour.
- Castorice: Let's keep moving. Don't stray far now — we've already kept Lady Aglaea waiting long enough.
Speak with Aglaea[]
- Castorice: It seems your friend arrived before us.
- (Speak with Aglaea)
- Dan Heng: You're finally here, (Trailblazer).
- Aglaea: Welcome, Cas. And you as well, Trailblazer from beyond the sky.
- You're up so early, Dan Heng!
- Dan Heng: You would've been, too, if you hadn't stayed up so late. But what matters is that you got a good rest.
- I didn't expect you to call me that.
- Aglaea: Your companion here kindly explained the meaning behind the name to me earlier.
- Aglaea: Through him, I've come to understand that you and your friends walk the paths of Kephale and Janus in places beyond the sky. Addressing you appropriately is the least I can do as a show of respect.
- The gift! Gimme the gift!
- Dan Heng: ...I'm sorry about my companion's behavior.
- Aglaea: Not at all. It's good to see (Trailblazer) bouncing back with such energy after that tough battle.
- Aglaea: For all that has happened, it was never our intention to drag you two into the battle against Nikador and jeopardize your safety. To express our gratitude for your kind Trailblazing endeavors, we would like to present you with the highest honor of Okhema.
- Aglaea: This is the Dew of Divine Blood, brewed from crops nourished by the blood of the Titans. It is said that only twelve bottles existed. The last three bottles are now being kept in the treasure vault of Okhema.
- Aglaea: Back in the days of prosperity, cities fortunate enough to acquire it regarded it as one of the greatest treasures ever. Unsealing it during a ceremony held in honor of two cities' diplomatic ties was the highest form of respect one could show the other.
- Aglaea: And now, in keeping with tradition, Okhema dedicates this drink to our esteemed guests from beyond the sky in appreciation of what you have done for us.
- My hand is trembling under the weight of this gift...
- I'm not of drinking age yet.
- Dan Heng: ...The Express has house rules about drinking, and even I'm not exempt to them.
- Dan Heng: This precious gift isn't simply a token of gratitude though, is it, Lady Aglaea?
- Aglaea: Very perceptive, Mr. Dan Heng. Your heroic deeds have proven that you come in good faith. With the Dew of Divine Blood as testament, we wish to forge an alliance with the Trailblazers.
- Dan Heng: With all due respect... won't forging an alliance with the Chrysos Heirs embroil us in the conflicts within Okhema?
- Dan Heng: I'm sure you can understand where our misgivings come from, Lady Aglaea.
- Right, we need to think about this first.
- Waaaah, my gift! My gift...
- Dan Heng: ...Wow, you seriously took a liking to the gift.
- Dan Heng: Having said that, Lady Aglaea, please don't misunderstand, we will still do what we can to assist you in the Flame-Chase Journey.
- Dan Heng: It's just... I've heard of the friction between the Chrysos Heirs and the Council of Okhema. As outsiders, we are wary of getting caught up in this conflict—
- ???: Wow, Grayie and Dannie have sharp eyes indeed! You'd make outstanding members of the Twilight Courtyard!
- ???: No need to worry, by the way. I can tell from Lady Aglaea's tone of voice and micro-expressions that she's being genuine.
- ???: Not only are you guests from beyond the sky, but you've also done so much for Okhema. You're practically heroes to us all! Lady Aglaea would never subject you to Aquila's judgment.
- Dan Heng: Hmm? You are...?
- Aglaea: Hyacine. Thank you for taking care of the wounded over the past few days.
- Hyacine: It's no trouble at all! The patients are very cooperative when we attend to them. I'm just thrilled to see them all going home healthy again.
- Hyacine: And ooh! It's Cassie! I've missed you!
- Who is this...?
- Grayie? Dannie?
- Hyacine: Aren't they just the cutest nicknames? Hehe.
- Cassie?
- Castorice: Um, Miss Hyacine, about that nickname... Could you—
- Hyacine: Aw, don't be shy. It's a cute nickname!
- Is Aglaea's nickname Aglie?
- Aglaea: Hehe...
- Castorice: Mis—!
- Hyacine: Wah! You can't say that! Lady Aglaea should always be "Lady Aglaea"!
- Dan Heng: This girl... She's a natural at making friends.
- She reminds me of an old friend with pink hair.
- So am I!
- Dan Heng: I'll let you take it from here, then.
- Hyacine: Hehe, as an acolyte of Aquila, I'm here to bring healing light to the world. Plus, I've heard you're also children of the distant skies! Fate must have brought us together!
- Hyacine: Can we be friends? I'd love to hear your tales of the sky! And ooh, it's a rare occasion that Okhema presents such an invaluable gift to guests. Lady Aglaea, may I have the honor of tasting it, too?
- Aglaea: Of course you may. Esteemed guests of Okhema, please believe me when I say that this gift carries no hidden agendas. As for the matter of the alliance, you need not give me an answer here and now.
- Well, if you insist...
- Ohh, she's here to help Aglaea recruit us.
- Hyacine: Haha, you're mistaken! The capable Lady Aglaea doesn't need my help with things like this.
- Dan Heng: ...I see. In that case, we will accept this gift from Okhema. We welcome the chance to talk with you, Lady Hyacine.
- Hyacine: Yay! Then I'll get started on my questionnaire!
- Dan Heng: Pardon the question, but I've been meaning to ask this for a while: micro-expressions, tone of voice, questionnaires... Are these all part of the usual skill set for Aquila's priests?
- Aglaea: Allow me to do the honors. This young lady is Hyacine, assistant lecturer of the Nousporists at the Grove of Epiphany and head nurse at the medical institution known as the Twilight Courtyard.
- Aglaea: Many of the Chrysos Heirs suffered injuries during Nikador's attack on Okhema, so the Grove sent Lady Hyacine to treat the wounded in Okhema.
- Hyacine: But what I'm really good at is helping people sort out what ails their mind and spirit. If you're ever feeling troubled, come find me! A little sunbathing in the courtyard will chase all your worries away!
- Dan Heng: Ah, so you're a therapist. Thank you, we will keep that in mind.
- Hyacine: Well, it looks like everything's sorted out now! The patients have also all recovered. I think it's time for me to head back, Lady Aglaea.
- Aglaea: I would love to keep you in Okhema for a few more days, but I would hate to provoke the ire of the Grove.
- Aglaea: As it happens, Okhema intends to send a messenger to the Grove for updates about the research on the black tide. We also want to communicate our desire to discuss the retrieval of Cerces' Coreflame at the earliest convenience.
- Hyacine: That... sounds pretty serious. Lady Aglaea, you can't be asking me to...
- Aglaea: No need to fret. We won't put you on the spot. Trianne will be going there as the diplomatic messenger of Okhema, and Castorice will be accompanying her.
- Castorice: I happen to have a few questions for Professor Anaxa as well, regarding the missing Titan Thanatos.
- Dan Heng: Since this involves Okhema's diplomatic affairs, we'll give you some privacy.
- Let's go out and play!
- Back to bed again? Boring!
- Aglaea: If you're not keen on just sitting around, (Trailblazer), why not go with them? The Grove is a picturesque place, perfect for sightseeing.
- Hyacine: That's a wonderful suggestion! Come visit the Grove, Grayie! I'd be delighted to show you around!
- Dan Heng: Sounds good. Gaining more insight into the customs and geography of different regions of Amphoreus is also part of Trailblazing.
- Aglaea: In that case, do bring this spindle along with you.
- Aglaea: This tool, called the Weft, is used to spin thread and has been passed down in my family through generations. Though it doesn't see much practical use nowadays, it's become a symbol of great significance. In this respect, it is the perfect token to represent my will. If you encounter trouble at the Grove, just take this out and show it to them.
- Aglaea: While you're in the Grove, the golden thread of the Weft can also render all things around you visible, regardless of whether they're corporeal or not, allowing you to see things as I would. Castorice knows this, too.
- Aglaea: Make good use of it. Trianne is already waiting for you at the outskirts of Okhema, so I won't keep you any longer. May your journey be smooth.
- (Obtain Dew of Divine Blood)
- (Obtain Weft)
Speak with Castorice and Hyacine and prepare to head out[]
- Step DescriptionDuring alliance negotiations with Aglaea, we encounter Hyacine from the Twilight Courtyard. (Trailblazer) and Castorice opt to join her journey back to the Grove to complete Aglaea's diplomatic mission.
- (Speak to Aglaea, optional)
- Aglaea: Make good use of it. Trianne is already waiting for you at the outskirts of Okhema, so I won't keep you any longer. May your journey be smooth.
- (Speak to Castorice)
- Castorice: I'm glad to be in your company again, (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer). - Tell me about the Titan known as Thanatos.
- Castorice: Thanatos... controls my fate, in a sense. The curse I bear came from them.
- Castorice: And they have something of mine... something of great importance that I must get back from them.
- Who is Professor Anaxa?
- Castorice: When I was studying at the Grove alongside Phainon and the others, Professor Anaxa was responsible for teaching us about the Chrysos Heirs and the Titans. That's also when I met Miss Hyacine... She was Anaxa's teaching assistant then.
- What is the Grove of Epiphany?
- Castorice: The Grove of Epiphany is Okhema's partner academy. They look after the Coreflame of Cerces and are the organization at the forefront of researching phenomena such as the black tide and the Titans. They also provide academic research support for the Flame-Chase Journey.
- Castorice: Several Chrysos Heirs are based in the Grove, including Miss Hyacine and Professor Anaxa.
- I don't have any more questions. Let's go!
- Hyacine: I came here with a colleague from the Twilight Courtyard. I've asked her to pack her luggage in advance, so she's already waiting for us by the city gates. Let's go meet up with her!
Meet up with Hyacine's friends[]
- (Head towards the marked location)
- Hyacine: Look, there she is... and Lady Trianne! But who's that they're looking at?
- (Approach the marked location)
- Hyacine: Did something happen, Clementine? Ah... that's a serious injury!
- Clementine: Miss Hyacine, this man was—
- Trianne: ...Was discovered by Trianne! Trianne was in a baaaad mood this morning, so we went to the outskirts of Okhema for some fresh air... b—but then we found him collapsed on the roadside!
- Trianne: Trianne knows the city has good doctors! So Trianne brought our new friend into the city to look for a doctor!
- Clementine: ...I was waiting here for Miss Hyacine when I bumped into Lady Trianne. By then, this man was already in critical condition... so I had to perform some emergency treatment first.
- Hyacine: These wounds... They're caused by the black tide!
- Hyacine: This is bad... Clementine, prepare a ward for this man at once. I'll treat him myself... It's a miracle he's still alive, considering how badly the black tide injured him.
- Hyacine: Grayie, Cassie, and Trianne. Would you mind making your way to the Grove first? Once this man is out of danger, Clementine and I will join you.
- Hyacine: As a healer, I cannot ignore those in need of medical attention.
- Castorice: I understand. May fate have mercy on this poor man.
- Trianne: Trianne believes he'll get better!
- (Talk to Hyacine again)
- Hyacine: I'm sorry for leaving in the middle of the journey... but as a healer, I can't just stand by and watch someone pass away in front of me.
- Hyacine: Please make your way to the Grove first. May Cerces safeguard your thoughts!
Follow Trianne and move forward[]
- Step DescriptionWith Hyacine remaining in Okhema to treat the unnamed wounded person, Trianne, Castorice, and (Trailblazer) head to the Grove — the academic sanctuary dedicated to Cerces.
- Trianne: Everybody, follow Trianne! Fly, fly, fly away from Okhema!
Speak with Trianne and prepare to depart[]
- (Speak to Trianne)
- Trianne: Down this road we go! To the skies we fly! Leaving Okhema behind!
- Trianne: Little Cas, Little Gray, are you ready?
- Are we not using the Century Gate?
- Castorice: You might not be aware of this... but using the Century Gate takes a significant toll on Lady Trianne.
- Trianne: Mm-hmm! Trianne promised Tribbie that we wouldn't open the gate unless we had no other choice!
- Let's go.
- Castorice: I'm ready, too.
- Trianne: Okie-dokie! Everybody, let's hold hands! To the Grove we go!
- Hang on a minute.
- Trianne: The Grove is far! It's important to be ready!
Wait for Trianne to wake up[]
- Castorice: Hm...
- Castorice: It's harder than I thought to sew gemstones onto wool felt...
- Mem: Cas has such nimble fingers. I want to learn too...
- Castorice: Hehe, Mem wants to try sewing? Here, why don't you give it a go?
- How are you two so close already?
- Mem: Cas and I are now good friends after traveling together for so many days!
- Castorice: It's hard not to like Mem when they're so adorable.
- I wanna try, too.
- Castorice: Sure.
- Mem: You go first! I'll cheer you on!
- Castorice: This is amazing... It seems as if their voice has become more intelligible after the battle with Nikador...
- Castorice: After spending the last few days together, I feel like I'm gradually gaining the ability to understand what they're saying... even if it's just a little.
- Mem: This shows that I'm learning new things! Once I obtain the memory of poking wool felt, will I grow hands that are as pretty as Cas' hands?
- That just sounds weird.
- Scary. Don't teach her how to sew, Cas.
- Mem: That's horrible! You can't say that to a girl!
- Castorice: Hehe...
- Mem: I was just kidding! Anyway, I believe that this trip to the Grove of Epiphany will definitely be a fruitful one.
- Mem: How exciting... I wonder what changes I'll experience next?
- You'll learn a powerful new ability!
- Mem: Mm-hmm! Being adorable isn't enough. I need to be strong, too!
- You might... become fluffier?
- Mem: Do you like cute little animals that much? ...Are you secretly the type that cares a lot about outward appearances?
- Transform into a cute girl! Now!
- Mem: Wah, you don't have to yell!
- (Trianne joins the conversation)
- Trianne: Phew... Is everybody awake? Little Gray, Little Cas, and... a little pink puppy?
- Mem: Puppy? I've become a different species altogether...!? And here I thought she would just give me a nickname like Little Memmy...
- Castorice: It's already Action Hour. Lady Trianne, I hope you're well-rested?
- Castorice: You were talking in your sleep... Did you dream of many things?
- Trianne: Sleep talking? Um... What did Trianne say?
- Castorice: Something like... "Mommy! Doll with sword! Let's fight together! We'll be brave!"
- Trianne: Eek, so embarrassing...! Please don't make fun of Trianne!
- Castorice: Of course not.
- Castorice: Wasn't Lady Trianne's mother also the Holy Maiden of Janusopolis?
- Trianne: Uh-huh! Mama was the strongest Holy Maiden in all of our history! She also gave us the Prophecy of Deliverance... and she had red hair that looked like a cute red mushroom!
- Trianne: But... Trianne can't remember what Mama looked like anymore... Not even in the dream just now...
- Mem: In that case... (Trailblazer) and I will lend Trianne a hand!
- So, what's your superpower?
- But you don't have hands... Only paws.
- Mem: It's just a figure of speech!
- Mem: Think about it: There are so many memories scattered all over this world! Surely at least one contains an image of Trianne's mama?
- Mem: If I keep a lookout for it while searching for memories along our journey, then (Trailblazer) can go "boom"... and not only will Trianne be able to remember what her mama looks like, she'll even be able to talk with her! Right?
- Trianne: Hmm... Trianne thinks that's a great idea! Can the pink puppy help Trianne out?
- Mem: Only if you promise to stop calling me a pink puppy!
- Trianne: Yay! Then I'll call you... Little Memmy from now on!
- Mem: That's much better... Still, I'd like to know what exactly I am. That was just a name I came up with on a whim...
- Mem: Ah, well... It doesn't matter, because I'll be sticking to my word anyway. Now that Trianne has cheered up, shall we get going?
- Trianne: Okie-dokie! Trianne remembers that we need to help Agy ask the Big Tree whether Cerces would be willing to visit Okhema...
- Trianne: If we follow this Woven Trail and keep going upward, we'll reach the Grove in no time.
Step onto the Woven Trail and enter the Grove of Epiphany[]
- Step DescriptionWith Hyacine remaining in Okhema to treat the unnamed wounded person, Trianne, Castorice, and (Trailblazer) head to the Grove — the academic sanctuary dedicated to Cerces.
- Mem: Woven Trail... Where did it get its name from?
- Castorice: Legend has it that whenever they requested an audience with Cerces, Mnestia would always come to the meeting in a long white dress. As the warps and wefts of the dress came into contact with the ground, they turned into paths and stairs...
- Castorice: May this romantic path bring good tidings to Okhema.
- (Arrive at the top of the stairs)
- Trianne: Look, a huge tree! It's... huge!
- (Approach the marked location)
- Mem: Wow, it's so majestic! (Trailblazer), hurry up and capture this moment!
- (Dialogue continues into the next step)
Help March 7th take a picture of the giant tree as a keepsake[]
- (Dialogue continues from the previous step)
- A giant tree bowed slightly in the silent forest, tilting and falling into the wilting green waves. A passing breeze rustled through the leaves, as if it was sighing, softly fading into the lightless ocean above on high.
- Would March 7th appreciate this sublime scene? You're uncertain. Dan Heng, perhaps...
- Never mind, every time he encounters a tree as big as this one, it would be a deeply troubling situation.
- Take a photo of this big tree.
- (After taking the picture)
- (Trailblazer): (I never fail to impress... This photo deserves an award!)
- Mem: What is this huge tree, though...?
- Castorice: It's the Bough of Rift — the divine body of Cerces. Flora began to grow where they planted their roots, and this flatland basin upon which we stand gradually became a large, verdant forest.
- Castorice: A long time ago, Thalesus, the First Scholar, led the masses to build a garden and courtyard in the forest, naming the site the "Grove of Epiphany." There, people sought mental clarity, knowledge, and enlightenment.
- Trianne: Trianne knows this! Everybody says that was how this big academy came to be.
- Mem: But... is the academy supposed to be this quiet?
- Castorice: Something feels off...
- Castorice: The Grove has always welcomed scholars. So too would Cerces give us her delicate leaves and extend her branches in greeting.
- Castorice: Yet... it seems both the Grove's messengers and the Titan are indifferent to our arrival.
- So, we have no way in?
- Castorice: There should still be a way in. I'm just... a little surprised.
- Is the Grove closed to visitors?
- Castorice: That doesn't seem likely... Miss Hyacine didn't mention anything about it.
- What an inconsiderate Titan!
- Castorice: Um... Please don't speak such words once we're in the confines of the Grove.
- Trianne: Maybe everybody's still asleep because classes haven't started yet! They don't want to be disturbed, so they shut the entrance.
- Mem: For now... let's look around and see if we can find out what's happened.
Find the way to enter the Grove of Epiphany[]
- Step DescriptionThe Grove, once filled with scholarly discourse, has now fallen into an eerie silence. (Trailblazer)'s group manages to enter, only to find that something seems amiss inside...
- Castorice: This place is too quiet... What in the world is going on?
Pass the Janus' Hidden Passage and enter the Grove of Epiphany[]
- Trianne: Trianne found it! Everybody, fly across to the other side!
- (Approach the marked location)
- Trianne: The entrance on the other side... Where could it be?
Continue forward[]
- (After traveling through the Hidden Passage)
- Trianne: Little Gray's eyes are so sharp!
- Castorice: I knew you would find it. The Courtyard of Storge should be just ahead of us.
- (Approach the marked location)
- Castorice: ...As I expected, something's not right here.
- Mem: Even though we're not scholars, someone should've come forward to receive us by now...
- Castorice: Not to mention that this whole place is also eerily quiet.
- Maybe Aglaea didn't give them a heads-up?
- Castorice: There is no way she would have neglected such an important diplomatic matter.
- Maybe... something happened?
- Castorice: Hm... That's possible.
- Maybe they really are asleep?
- Castorice: That's not very likely... As far as I can recall, the voices of people engaged in debate echoed throughout the Grove at all hours of the day.
- Trianne: Helloooo? Is anyone thereeee?
- Trianne: ...
- Trianne: No one's here!
- Whoa, that scared me!
- What should we do now?
- Should we head back?
- Mem: Come now... Don't give up so easily! At least struggle a bit like a scared bunny!
- Castorice: ...I have an idea. Lady Trianne, could you lend me that golden spindle?
- Castorice: Do you remember? Lady Aglaea said this: "While you're in the Grove, the golden thread of the Weft can also render all things around you visible, regardless of whether they're corporeal or not."
- Castorice: This is achievable because the Grove is not only where the roots of Cerces are... but also where the Chrysalis of Gold manifests.
- Castorice: "O Mnestia! With the Weft as my vow, I beseech you: Entwine my body with your golden thread and affection!"
- Whoa, that scared me too!
- Castorice: Ah, I'm sorry... I had to recite that chant so that the golden thread would resonate with the Titan's presence within the leylines.
- Is this some kind of ritualistic prayer?
- Castorice: This is... a proverb that was recorded in the handbook of Mnestia's priests.
- Who came up with this? How... unique...
- Castorice: Well... These lines are documented in the handbook of Mnestia's priests, so...
- Castorice: If I'm not mistaken... we should be able to draw power out of this butterfly exuvia with the golden thread.
- Castorice: ...
- Trianne: Ahh, there isn't a reaction... Did it not work?
- Castorice: But that shouldn't be...
- Mem: Eh? Everybody, look over there! Something's appearing...
- Castorice: Are they... White Dryad flowers?
Investigate the White Dryad[]
- (Idle chat)
- White Dryad: ...
- (Speak to the White Dryad)
- Mem: White Dryad... What a cute name.
- Castorice: ...
- Castorice: No, these aren't white dryads...
- Castorice: These are shadows of dead white dryads.
- Mem: Dead White Dryad...
- Trianne: ...Shadow?
- Castorice: Strictly speaking... these white dryads are still plants. They only gained sentience as a result of Cerces' blessing of equality, but their sentience is minimal when compared to that of humans. These flowers have already died... What you see here are just faint afterimages of their souls.
- Castorice: However, this also means that the golden thread has definitely connected with the Titan's presence. Without the golden thread's outlines, we would not have been able to see them at all.
- Trianne: But... what happened to them? Why are there only tiny shadows of them left?
- Castorice: Mem, can you read their memories?
- Mem: Let me try. Mem... memem...
- Got anything?
- Mem: Almost...
- Memem... mememem...
- Mem: Hey! Don't say it together with me! You're distracting me!
- Mem: ...
- Mem: "Black"... "Cloak"... and "Sword"...
- Mem: "Toward the Great Tree"...
- Mem: Uh... That's it. Their memories are too faint for me to see anything. I could only vaguely make out these words.
- Castorice: ...I have a bad feeling about this.
- Castorice: The deathly fog of Thanatos... is fast approaching.
Leave the Courtyard of Storge and keep moving forward[]
- Trianne: Oh... Trianne will be on high alert!
- (After traveling through the Hidden Passage)
- Castorice: The smell of Death... is becoming more and more intense.
- Castorice: There... On the steps.
- (Approach the marked location)
- Trianne: This looks... really scary...
- Mem: What kind of... beast is this? Or is it the Death Titan's Kin?
- Castorice: No, it's neither of those...
- Castorice: This is a creation of the black tide. Such creatures are formed when living beings are corrupted and turned into deformed, hollow husks of their former selves.
- Castorice: Everybody, stay alert. Regardless of what has happened to the Grove, the fact that we're seeing the remains of a black tide creation here definitely doesn't bode well.
- Trianne: Should we... should we inform Agy about this?
- Mem: Ah, wait...!
- Mem: That... black thing... seems to be moving?
- ???: ███ ██ ███ █ ██ ███ █ ██ █ ██████████ ████ █ ██████
- Trianne: Th—The monster is alive! Trianne will protect everybody...!
- Castorice: ...Trianne, please hide behind us.
- Castorice: (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer), let's do this.
- (Begin battle against Tide-Eroded Blade ×3)
- Certain enemies will inflict ally units with the "Corrosion" state. Attacking enemies will restore Corroded HP. The more targets hit, the more is restored.
Certain enemies will inflict ally units with the "Corrosion" state. Attacking enemies will restore Corroded HP. The more targets hit, the more is restored. - Castorice: As expected... the words "black," "sword," and "cloak"...
- Castorice: ...They're talking about the black tide.
- (After the battle)
- Trianne: Y—You defeated it! Little Gray, Little Cas, you're so strong...
- Mem: But these monsters... They aren't supposed to show up here, right?
- Castorice: To think the black tide has spread this quickly to the Grove despite its remote location...
- Castorice: I'm afraid a world where Strife has fallen is far more dangerous than we ever imagined.
- Trianne: Oh no... Does this mean that Okhema is also in danger?
- Castorice: Looking at this mess... it seems the scholars at least succeeded in fending off the first wave of attacks.
- Castorice: But... at what price?
- (Dialogue continues into the next step)
Report the situation to Aglaea[]
- (Dialogue continues from the previous step)
- At the same time, in Okhema
- Hyacine: Lady Aglaea, after a few days of surgeries both major and minor, we were able to save the life of that patient found on the outskirts of Okhema.
- Aglaea: Thank you again, Hyacine, for your hard work.
- Hyacine: The scarring of his organs was especially severe, a result of the black tide's corruption... It's a miracle he's even survived. I can't say for sure when he'll regain consciousness...
- Aglaea: Don't stress yourself out over this. You've already done everything in your power to save him. There's no need to hurry to the Grove either. You deserve a good rest now.
- Aglaea: Tribbie, I have some things to tell you as well... There's something strange about where that patient came from.
- Aglaea: He is not Okheman. The way the stitches on his clothes are hidden is quite unique... Such craftsmanship is undeniably from the Grove.
- Tribbie: The Grove? You mean...
- Aglaea: Now that I think about it, Castorice and the rest should have arrived at the Grove by now.
- Tribbie: Ah! Trianne just got in contact!
- Tribbie: Mmm...
- Tribbie: The black tide has invaded the Grove...
- Tribbie: We haven't detected any survivors, even with the help of the golden thread... Wh—What should we do, Agy?
- Aglaea: ...The black tide is posing an even greater risk to us now. I did not expect the Grove to be the first to be impacted, though.
- Aglaea: Can they tell where the Coreflame is right now?
- Tribbie: Mmm...
- Tribbie: We see it... The Coreflame is still there, but...
- Aglaea: But what?
- Tribbie: But... they can't say for sure whether the Titan has also been corrupted by the black tide.
- Aglaea: Ah...
- Aglaea: Please let them know that for now, the most pressing task is to identify the Coreflame and transfer it to a safe place as quickly as possible. We must also search for survivors and find out exactly what happened to the Grove.
- Aglaea: Oh, and... find Anaxa. Unless something went terribly wrong, he should still be alive.
- Tribbie: They've set off. Please, stay safe, everyone...
- Aglaea: I pray for their safety, too.
- Tribbie: Agy... how do you know that Anaxa is still alive?
- Aglaea: I know that man all too well. If that blasphemous "performer" knew that he was not long for this world, he would most certainly try to seize the Coreflame and drag the Titan down with him.
- Tribbie: Is this... a joke as well?
- Aglaea: No, I'm being serious this time.
- Aglaea: We're facing threats from both within and without Okhema. The merciless carnage may have ceased, but Okhema's nemeses continue to sharpen their blades even now...
- Aglaea: They may have even prepared the gallows from which to hang us already.
- Tribbie: You mean...
- Aglaea: Even if the divine authority of Strife is as yet unclaimed, the black tide is advancing more rapidly than expected... I fear this tragedy is more than a mere natural disaster.
- Aglaea: Alas, it's too late. The Council will likely take this opportunity to do something... I will try to keep this under wraps for now, but you must also take care and be prepared for anything that may happen.
- Tribbie: Alright. Should I... inform Hyacine about this?
- Aglaea: Not for now... She must be exhausted after performing surgeries non-stop for so many days. I don't want to overwhelm her with this bad news.
- Tribbie: ...We can only hope that the Grove weathers this crisis with as many survivors as possible.
- Aglaea: That being said, based on the condition of this patient, Tribbie, we should prepare for the worst.
- Aglaea: ...It's likely he is the only one who managed to escape from the Grove, against all odds.
Keep going and investigate the cause of the calamity[]
- Step DescriptionBlack tide creations roaming throughout the Grove... this doesn't bode well. In this calamity, the Grove's fate looks grim. After reporting to Aglaea, (Trailblazer)'s group continues deeper into the Grove to investigate.
- Trianne: Everything will be fine! The people at the Grove are really smart. They'll definitely be able to chase away the black tide!
- Mem: Aglaea said that Anaxa is still alive. If that's true, then there's still hope for everyone else too...
- Mem: Who is this Anaxa anyway? Why does everybody seem to have some kind of trust in him?
- Castorice: How should I put it...
- Castorice: Lady Aglaea doesn't "trust" Anaxa at all, I'm afraid.
- He sounds like a big shot.
- Ah... That makes complete sense...
- Mem: Hm? Were you in a similar situation before, friend?
- Castorice: Believe me, she is far nicer to the two of you than she is to Anaxa.
- Castorice: Despite being a Chrysos Heir, Anaxa resolutely believes that Titans and prophecies are a load of nonsense.
- Castorice: During our regular citizens' assemblies, he always votes to oppose the Flame-Chase Journey.
- Mem: Huh? And he's still able to conduct research here? Didn't you just say that the Grove is an academy that was established around a Titan?
- Trianne: Trianne knows the answer to that! Everybody says that Cerces, who symbolizes reason, is the most tolerant of novel ideas. Apart from Kephale, they're the Titan who treats us the best.
- Mem: Well, it looks like Cerces must really be open-minded if they're accepting of even this kind of novel idea.
- Castorice: Yes, that is how we formed an agreement with these Titans who bear no harm toward humanity. If they agree to support us on our Flame-Chase Journey, we will wait till the final moments of the journey to restore their Coreflames.
- Trianne: ...With the exception of Oronyx, that is. They didn't lend us their power willingly.
- Mem: I don't think Oronyx was as reluctant to help us as you put it, or they wouldn't have deemed (Trailblazer) worthy and allowed me to journey alongside all of you!
- Castorice: That is true. It's also fortunate that these gods weren't corrupted by the black tide and did not descend into madness...
- Trianne: Trianne believes Cerces will be alright! After all, everybody says that the people of the Grove are really smart.
- Trianne: So, Little Gray and Little Cas, just leave the task of finding Anaxa and everyone else to Trianne! It's easy for Trianne to look for people because we can fly!
- Castorice: Good idea. In that case, please bring the Weft along with you, Lady Trianne. The golden thread will be much more effective from up above.
- Castorice: Please promise us that you'll take care of yourself.
- Trianne: Okie-dokie! If Trianne gets in trouble, we'll look for all of you. In return, if you get in trouble, remember to call for Trianne, okay? We'll come right over and open the Gate for you!
- Castorice: That's the other thing I wish to mention: Do not open the Gate unless you have no other choice, Lady Trianne. Your body is... not in good shape at the moment.
- Trianne: Ah... Okay, we will keep that in mind. Trianne was just trying to help...
- Castorice: Of course we know that. After all, Lady Trianne is a demigod, the most powerful among all of us here.
- Castorice: Remember all those brave heroes in the tales you've heard? They would always save their strength until the very last moment. That way, they could ensure that nothing went wrong with their plans. Isn't that right?
- Trianne: Mm-hmm! In that case, brave Trianne shall clear the way for all of you!
- Mem: Little Trianne is so motivated... I mustn't fall behind!
- Mem: I'll use something to help all of my friends that only I have: Oronyx's power!
Open the gate and continue forward[]
- Mem: I wonder if I'll find any memories.
- Castorice: So many monsters...
- Mem: Maybe I'll find some useful memories here... Let me try.
- (Investigate the monster on the ground, optional)
- The monster's body is twisted like brambles, not allowing any living being to approach.
- Mem: Let me see...
- Mem: Ow, that hurt! And I didn't even detect any memories...
- (Investigate the monster on the stairs, optional)
- The black-colored monster has fallen like a toppled statue. Within its body lie golden ashes, perhaps the same substance as the golden blood that is commonly seen in Amphoreus.
- Mem: Mem... Memem...
- Mem: It's no good... I didn't see anything.
- (Investigate the monster on the balcony, optional)
- A despicable, twisted life form — it was once a living soul that could mourn pain, but now it can only turn its head at others, until its soul drifts silently out of its shell.
- Mem: Maybe this monster will show us some useful memories...
- Mem: ...
- Mem: I shouldn't have gotten my hopes up.
- (Once all three monsters have been investigated)
- Mem: Ugh, I really tried my hardest... Why couldn't I see even a sliver of a memory?
- Castorice: It could be because when a life is devoured by the black tide... it loses its soul.
- (Investigate the gate)
- (Trailblazer): (Hm, it's locked...)
- Castorice: I can't open it... It was probably sealed in order to ward off the black tide.
- There's no keyhole in this door...
- Castorice: Yes, most of the doors on Amphoreus are sealed using the power of Janus.
- Flaming lance, chaaaarge!
- Castorice: Save your energy. Janus's power... is far stronger than we could ever imagine.
- Mem: Since this door is a creation of the Three Titans of Fate, maybe the eyes of Oronyx will help me find a way to open it...
- ???: Are you serious? Just a mere door, and your first instinct is to call on the gods?
- Mem: Memi...!?
- ???: Before you try unlocking the door, perhaps you should first find a way to clear the fog that clouds your vision.
- Mem: You scared me! Are you... the echoes of a memory?
- Anaxa: My name is Anaxagoras, one of the Seven Sages of the Grove of Epiphany and the founder of the Nousporists. Before we go any further: Rule number one, do not call me Anaxa.
- Mem: Anaxago... Anax... Ugh, I'll just stick to Anaxa. Now, can you tell me—
- Anaxa: Rule number two: Never interrupt me. Silence is golden.
- Mem: What a difficult person!
- Anaxa: The person standing here and conversing with you right now isn't the vestiges of a memory. Rather, it is the culmination of the greatness of science and the pure, irrefutable, and undeniable exalted truth.
- Anaxa: Through the wonders of alchemy, I have shattered my soul and transmuted it into gold before burying it in this spot. I have recorded these words so that visitors may learn where their next destination lies.
- Mem: Alchemy can do that?
- Anaxa: Nothing is impossible. Having said that, alchemy is not omnipotent. Each time you hear from me, an equivalent part of my soul is being consumed as the price. In other words — this voice isn't created out of thin air.
- Mem: But how is it that you can respond to me...? Are you really the echoes of a memory?
- Anaxa: That's because my precise calculations account for every possibility. I also know that you have already discovered the cause of the calamity at the Grove — the black tide — and that you mistakenly believe that the scholars have been wiped.
- Anaxa: But that is where you're wrong: While the black tide was still approaching the Grove, the sages found a way to evacuate the vast majority of the scholars. They are heading toward the holy city of Okhema as we speak.
- Anaxa: Only a small fraction of the scholars stayed behind with me to defend the Grove. If all goes well, Cerces' Coreflame will reach Okhema before long...
- Anaxa: ...But since you have accessed this message, something unforeseen must have occurred. For now, you should continue onward to the Luminary Throne where you may retrieve the Coreflame... and our mortal remains.
- Anaxa: "And now, the objective is complete. That is all."
- Mem: H—He disappeared again? Did he finish what he wanted to say?
- Castorice: (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer), judging from your reaction, you must have found a useful memory. - (Recount what you saw in the memory)
- Castorice: Professor Anaxa? That's a lot to digest at once... I'm sorry, please give me some time.
- He said his name is Anaxagoras.
- Castorice: ...You don't have to take that too seriously. For some reason, he's especially particular about his full name.
- Nousporists and alchemy refer to...
- Castorice: Professor Anaxa theorizes that all beings originate from the same source and have a similar composition, which in this case refers to the soul. He calls this theory Nousporism...
- Castorice: It is an extremely complicated theory. You should get him to explain it himself if you're interested.
- Castorice: Provided that... he is still alive.
- Everyone seems to have been evacuated.
- Castorice: Yes, that seems like the only good news so far. We can just focus on retrieving the Coreflame then.
- Perhaps Anaxa... did not manage to survive.
- Castorice: I... do not wish to consider this possibility.
- Castorice: Perhaps they were just unable to transfer the Coreflame, but managed to escape...
- We have to go to the Luminary Throne.
- Mem: The Luminary Throne? What sort of place is that? Why would there be a throne in an academy?
- Castorice: It is located at the top of the giant tree and is where Cerces' Coreflame is kept. According to Anaxa, the Coreflame should still be there.
- Castorice: But making our way there... won't be as simple as the professor made it sound.
- Mem: Oh... But on the bright side, it sounds like a place that's easy to defend and difficult to attack.
- Mem: If that's really the case, I think that everyone including Anaxa will definitely be all right!
- Castorice: Right... Let's see whether he left any similar directions for us along the way.
Keep moving forward and head to the Luminary Throne[]
- Mem: Hey, the door can finally be opened! It seems like that message also served as a lock.
- Castorice: Alchemy is truly... incredible.
- (Once the marked location is within view)
- ???: "Happiness abounded in this lush land by gods chosen..."
- Mem: Wh—What's that sound?
- (Approach the marked location)
- Mem: Huh...?
- Mem: There's no one here... Did I just imagine that singing?
- Castorice: No, you didn't imagine it. I heard it as well.
- Castorice: I'm afraid that someone's probably nearby. As we are unable to ascertain whether they are friend or foe... we better remain cautious.
- ???: "Giants raised their glasses in a toast beheld by the twelve constellations..."
- Mem: It's that voice again! This time, it's coming from...
- Mem: ...I have no clue where it's coming from. There's too much echo in this library!
- That's why you're supposed to keep quiet in a library.
- Mem: I know! Also, I wasn't even the one singing...
- Don't be afraid, I have experience in ghost hunting!
- Mem: Why do you even have experience in that...?
- Castorice: ...Found it.
- Castorice: The voice is coming from... over there.
- The heart?
- Mem: How can a heart possibly speak — and it's not even lit up! I think that something supernatural must be at play here...
- The air?
- Mem: How can the air possibly speak! I think that something supernatural must be at play here...
- White Dryads?
- Mem: White Dryads... Shadows of dead white dryads just like before?
- Castorice: No, it seems to be coming from somewhere even further that way...
- ???: ...
Find the source of the sound[]
- Step DescriptionThe Chrysos Heir Anaxa's whereabouts remain uncertain, but he left alchemical clues. (Trailblazer)'s group follows these leads to verify the Coreflame's condition.
- Castorice: Let's go check it out.
- Mem: S—Slow down. We don't want to alert them.
- (Investigate the statue)
- A statue resembling an old man draped in robes, seated in deep meditation...
- ???: ...
- ...resembling an old man, draped in robes, seated in deep meditation, and capable of singing.
- (Stare at the statue)
- (Stroke the statue)
- (Knock on the statue)
- ???: Ha... Regardless of what you do, a stone won't be able to speak.
- Mem: Whoa... Who's there!?
- ???: Hehe... Such a lively little bunny. You even smell a little familiar.
- What a good-looking ghost.
- ???: What a smooth-talking child... I'll accept your praise.
- Ha! Demon, eat my bat!
- ???: What an impatient child... Don't you know that haste makes waste?
- Castorice: ...Who are you? Keep your distance and identify yourself. Otherwise, you'll face the consequences.
- ???: The scent of Thanatos... I recognize you. Aidonia's renowned Goddess of Death.
- Castorice: Since you are aware, stop provoking the authority of Death. Answer my question.
- ???: Hehe, baring your fangs at me... How cute.
- Calypso: Just call me Calypso. I greet you on behalf of the Seven Sages and the Lotophagists.
- Hi, professor!
- I understand what you're saying, but... are you a specter?
- Calypso: Of course not. Just ask the fair lady beside you. She'll definitely know the reason why.
- Castorice: Be careful, (Trailblazer)... Even if the head of the Lotophagists has never shown their true identity before, we shouldn't trust this person so easily.
- Castorice: The Weft could not detect her presence just now. That would be out of the ordinary if she were truly a phantom body. But if she is someone who has passed on, I should be able to tell...
- Castorice: ...Let me test her.
- Calypso: Do you mind if I join your private conversation?
- Castorice: That would be rather inappropriate for someone who isn't even willing to reveal their real self. Forget it.
- Castorice: However, I'm going to ask you some questions. Please answer them truthfully. If you can do so without hesitation, we won't treat you as an enemy for the time being.
- Calypso: A pop quiz? Well, that sparks my interest. Go ahead.
- Castorice: What was the topic for the grand finals of the 752nd Great Debate?
- Calypso: "Is a flying arrow in motion or at rest?"
- Castorice: Who was your representative?
- Calypso: Medea. She went up against Phainon of the Nousporists.
- Castorice: Who won?
- Calypso: Nobody won because the 752nd Great Debate never took place.
- Calypso: What I just mentioned happened during the previous debate. Phainon emerged victorious and obtained his tenth consecutive debate wreath. Also, to alleviate your worries, I shall provide you with a piece of information that's more valuable than the great debate...
- Calypso: Anaxa the Nousporist is still alive. I saved him, and he is now recuperating at the Luminary Throne... So, are you satisfied with my answers?
- Castorice: ...
- Calypso: Hehe, this dumbfounded expression of yours... is much more adorable and likeable than the previous one.
- Calypso: As the saying goes, "Seeing is believing." Why don't you follow me to the throne and take a look for yourself.
- Castorice: ...I'll keep my eyes on you at all times.
- Calypso: Oh, that's truly an honor.
- Mem: Hm... With that... the discussion is over?
- Calypso: As long as we can get the water wheel turning, we'll be able to use it to ascend...
- Calypso: ...So, the solution is to "awaken this 'heart'."
Follow Calypso's guidance and find a way to keep going forward[]
- Step DescriptionDuring their advance, a mysterious woman identifying herself as Calypso appears suddenly, stating she saved Anaxa and offering guidance to (Trailblazer)'s group to the Luminary Throne.
- (Investigate the waterwheel, optional)
- A giant waterwheel. It looks like it can turn, and it can actually turn. If the waterwheel could turn right now, it would be a sure win. It's a pity that it can't be turned for the time being.
- The answer is "water" — without it, the waterwheel cannot turn.
- Calypso: Why did you suddenly freeze? Do you have another way to make the water wheel turn?
- Consider it done.
- It's simple, I'll just have to turn it.
- I can't do it...
- Calypso: Indeed... You can only do so much by yourself.
- (Exits dialogue)
- Castorice: Can you... really do it?
- The pure white girl gazed at you with a subtle expression, while the pink creature's large eyes held a hint of curiosity. And that ghostly woman appeared unwilling to open her eyes.
- Once the bow is drawn, there's no turning back. You decide to proceed...
- Come up with a relatively normal idea.
- Normal? Gosh, what a pity.
- With both hands, you press against the heavy stone slab, resembling a scraper but actually the bottom of a sedan, and with a sudden push—
- The waterwheel didn't even move an inch...
- I'll use all of my strength!
- You move one foot back, brace yourself, and lower one shoulder while supporting the slab with the other. Once steady, you repeat your technique, placing both palms beneath the slab. With a sudden surge of strength, you channel all your power into your shoulder and hands—
- (Trailblazer): Haaa—Haaaaaah!
- Your heavy breathing is a testament to your determination, deeply moving, as even the forest leaves rustle in response.
- Has the waterwheel moved? — No, because it needs water to turn. What a pity.
- Calypso: Indeed... You can only do so much by yourself.
- Forget it. That doesn't seem like it's going to work.
- Calypso: Indeed... You can only do so much by yourself.
- Come up with a trailblazing type of idea.
- Courageous! Then, how "Trailblazing"?
- Akivili, lend me your strength!
- "Trailblaze," it's "Trailblaze!" You remember whenever in trouble, keeping "Trailblaze" in mind has always guided you through adversity. You once even toppled an almost nascent Aeon with it. A mere waterwheel is trivial by comparison.
- Indeed, it is "Trailblaze," and only "Trailblaze." You center your breath, nod slightly, and close your eyes, entering a state of deep meditation. Before you is not darkness, but a vast tapestry of countless galaxies unfurls like a scroll...
- Amidst the vast expanse of stars, a voice, a voice from the past pierces your mind: "Nameless, do as you intend!" — Who could it be? It is (seemingly) Akivili, the eternal beacon of the Express!
- "999,900 layers of Trailblaze power! Nameless, we unite!" You (seemingly) merged with the fallen Aeon as one, and then the Trailblaze power immediately surged! Rise! Leap! Such dominance and such ferocity...
- As such a "Trailblazing" Trailblazer, what in the world could possibly stand in your way? Son of a fudge, nothing can stop you, let alone an immobile waterwheel! You snap your eyes open and let out a fierce roar—
- (Trailblazer): Haaa!
- You unleash the (presumably) surging force of Trailblaze within you. So, has the waterwheel begun to turn?
- — No, because it needs water to turn. What a pity.
- Ultimate Extreme Galactic Phantom Heavy Caliber Home Run!
- Exactly, this is how it should be done — no, how it can only be done! To destroy all obstacles... It's your art where "Destruction" and "Traiblaze" intertwine. This is the reason you are the Galactic Baseballer and the protagonist of Legend of the Trailblazer!
- At this critical moment when the waterwheel refused to turn, (Trailblazer) shouted:
- (Trailblazer): Ultimate Extreme Galactic Phantom Heavy Caliber Home Run!
- Like a celestial thunderbolt piercing the earth, the "Destruction" radiance threatened to tear apart the Dawn Device, shattering the firmament. In an instant, within the many delves of Amphoreus, everyone felt the world overturn and the mountains and rivers tremble. It was as if the imperial bow had returned to shoot the stars, splintering sacred trees and raising clouds of dust...
- Oops, wrong channel, this is Amphoreus, not the Legend of the Trailblazer. So, did the waterwheel move?
- — No, because it needs water to turn. What a pity.
- Admit that you were only joking.
- Once spoken, words are irrevocable. As the Kremnoans would often say, "the word 'joke' does not exist in the Trailblazer's dictionary."
- To avoid a guilty conscience, think it over carefully. Don't let your partners down!
- (Return to previous menu)
- Castorice: ...
- Castorice: ...
- Please, stop laughing...
- Castorice: ...I'm not.
- Mem: She's laughing. But I managed to hold it in!
- Although it failed... I'm sure I can put it to good use next time.
- Castorice: Truly a rare sight to behold.
- Mem: This is indeed an incredibly precious memory.
- (Investigate the heart, optional)
- Castorice: This heart is the source of all water in the Grove...
- Calypso: Indeed. When the sparks of inspiration burst forth within the Grove, dewdrops fall and land within the pool.
- Then let me ignite my creativity... Ummmm...
- You hold your breath and focus. Drip drip! A drop of water falls into the pool.
- Castorice: Huh... Can that really work?
- ...No, it was merely an ordinary drop of dew, following the natural laws of water's three states, not born of inspiration.
- Castorice: It seems like it won't be possible to fill it up with just the few of us...
- Actually, I have some Solid Water.
- (Submit Solid Water)
- You placed a piece of solid water, and it quickly dissolved without a trace.
- A futile effort. Yet your fervent hope to revive this great tree was so intense that some presence from the distant multiverse cast an approving gaze upon you.
- Castorice: It seems like it won't be possible to fill it up with just the few of us...
- (Submit
- Calypso: Heh... Just come with me.
- Calypso: We must first retrieve a treasure if we want to awaken the heart.
- (While descending on the elevator)
- Castorice: Is that the... "Chamber of Purifying Tears"?
- Calypso: You have a good memory.
- Castorice: ...Why exactly did you bring us here?
- (Approach the marked location)
- Calypso: My intentions should be obvious...
- Calypso: See that shallow pond over there? Water lilies grow there. Initially, Cerces watered them with their tears while Mnestia nurtured them with affectionate love. They are a token of the eternal companionship between the two gods.
- Calypso: All the two of you have to do is to cross the deep well and retrieve the Golden Bough of Vows for me.
- Mem: ...Cal, you're making things sound too complicated. All you want us to do is to retrieve the flower, right?
- Is this how you're going to test a Nameless?
- Calypso: Indeed. Could it be that you actually do not know how to proceed?
- Could the deep well be a trap...?
- Calypso: Heh, you're making it sound so ominous.
- Castorice: We can retrieve it, but I advise you not to waste your time on any schemes.
- Calypso: Oh my, I'm helping you to eliminate your worries and obstacles, and yet I receive nothing in return?
- Calypso: Besides, the bough is essential for awakening the heart and drawing water out of the source. If you can't find it this time, we can just remain trapped here for the rest of eternity.
- Mem: What's that supposed to mean!? Are you planning to keep us here forever?
- Calypso: Heh, you're overthinking things. We're all in the same boat.
- Calypso: Although, it would be absurd to say that I have no other motives. Since you've brought it up, I might as well take this chance to explain...
- Calypso: I'm simply making use of this opportunity to see what you two are made of. So, is that truthful enough for you?
- Mem: See what we're made of... Could you have phrased that any more directly?
- Calypso: Now is not the time for me to elaborate further. So, please proceed?
- Calypso: As a student of Anaxa, "equivalent exchange" should be something that you are familiar with.
- Castorice: ...I cannot deny that.
- Castorice: (Trailblazer), since our interests are aligned right now, it's better for us to do as she says. Besides, she knows about my past... Even though I'm not able to elaborate much, I can tell you that she has reasons to fear me.
- Castorice: If you unfortunately turn out to be her ultimate target... Please don't worry. I will promptly intervene.
- Mem: It's so reassuring to have Cas around. I should put my brain to use too, then.
- Mem: Hm? The time dimension revealed by the orb shows... water lilies growing there.
Pass the deep wall and obtain Golden Bough of Vows[]
- (Use Oronyx's Miracle)
- Mem: This flower looks so soft and fluffy... Heh, watch this!
- (Step onto flower)
- Have the character stand on the Cognos Bloom to reach a higher location through its growth, and cause it to go back down via the Rewind ability.
Have the character stand on the Cognos Bloom to reach a higher location through its growth, and cause it to go back down via the Rewind ability.Cognos Bloom sometimes becomes corrupted. Even after it has been Rewound, it will still return to its state before the ability was used.
Cognos Bloom sometimes becomes corrupted. Even after it has been Rewound, it will still return to its state before the ability was used. - (Unlock Achievement Adonis Elevator)
- (Approach the ichor vessel)
- Some sides of the ichor vessel are covered with a fragile membrane layer, which will break upon impact and cause ichor to flow out.
Some sides of the ichor vessel are covered with a fragile membrane layer, which will break upon impact and cause ichor to flow out.When ichor comes into contact with the flower bed, it will grow Cognos Bloom. When Rewinding, you can Rewind both to their original states.
When ichor comes into contact with the flower bed, it will grow Cognos Bloom. When Rewinding, you can Rewind both to their original states.Each side of the ichor vessel might be covered by different membranes. Destroying membranes on different sides might generate different results.
Each side of the ichor vessel might be covered by different membranes. Destroying membranes on different sides might generate different results. - Castorice: Huh? There are ichor vessels stored here...
- (Destroy the ichor vessel's membrane)
- Mem: Wow... So, this is how flowers are grown!
- (Engage the Miracle Orb)
- Calypso: Hehe... How smart.
- (Approach the water lily pond)
- Castorice: Let's hope that this is not a trap set by her...
- (Interact with the "Golden Bough of Vows")
- Castorice: So, this is the Golden Bough of Vows...
- Castorice: ...I hope that the Titan will not take their anger out on us.
- So, what we're doing is simply provoking the Titans...
- Don't worry. There are several Aeons that have my back.
- Castorice: ...If only THEY could interfere in the affairs of the Titans.
- Calypso: Heh, so lustrous and beautiful... It's even more magnificent than before.
- Mem: Hey, Cal!? Don't suddenly appear out of nowhere and scare me like that! My tiny little heart cannot take it... This is already the second time!
- Calypso: Understood. My apologies, pink bunny.
- Mem: It's pink bunny this time? I'm truly an all-encompassing species...
- Castorice: Is... this the legendary Golden Bough of Vows?
- Calypso: Hehe, we'll know once we test it.
- (Obtain Golden Bough of Vows)
Offer the Golden Bough of Vows to the heart[]
- Calypso: There's a secret passageway behind the pond. It's faster if we take that path.
- Castorice: ...How do you know this place so well?
- Calypso: Well... I'm one of the Seven Sages after all.
- (Offer "Golden Bough of Vows")
- Calypso: We're here. Could you kindly pluck a petal for me and place it into the pool?
- (Remove a petal from the Golden Bough of Vows.)
- Calypso: Now, can our little goddess perform that again?
- Castorice: Huh?
- Calypso: That being the oath of Mnestia's priests.
- Castorice: Right, got it...
- Castorice: "O Mnestia! With the Weft as my vow, I beseech you: Entwine my body with your golden thread and affection!"
- Mem: Oh... It really lit up!
- What is the principle behind this?
- How dazzling...
- Calypso: Heh, it's just... an ancient promise between the Titan and humans.
- Calypso: So, what do you think? It really is the Golden Bough of Vows, and I did not set any traps for you, right?
- Castorice: That is... indeed true.
- Calypso: Haha, you look like a sad lost puppy. Even if this is indeed a scheme to get you to lower your guard, you don't have any other choice but to play along, do you?
- Calypso: Therefore, why don't we just put everything aside and work together? We can always determine who's right and who's wrong once we overcome this.
- Castorice: Yes... I agree.
- Calypso: Great. Then, let's ride the water wheel...
- Castorice: However, giving us half-truths is not the right attitude for cooperation.
- Castorice: Furthermore, according to the principle of "equivalent exchange," since we have passed your so-called trial, isn't it time for you to make your intentions clear to us?
- Calypso: Ahh, I really can't bear to look at your sad expressions. Although you only cleared a simple trial... I'm willing to make an exception and treat you with sincerity.
- Calypso: I'll allow each of you to ask a question... Ah, but not the little bunny. So, ask away.
- Mem: What's with this unfair treatment? Is it because I'm too smart and you're afraid that the question I ask will turn Amphoreus upside down?
- Castorice: Well... In that case, (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer), please go ahead. - What is your true identity?
- Calypso: Hm...
- Calypso: As I've previously mentioned, I'm one of the Seven Sages of the Grove of Epiphany. If you think that this answer is insufficient, then I'll add to it. I'm the leader of the Seven Sages.
- Why don't you show your true appearance?
- Calypso: Mmm... A good question.
- Calypso: It's an inability to do so rather than an unwillingness. For me to appear in my true form, I'll require your help.
- What is your purpose in testing us?
- Calypso: Mmm... A good question.
- Calypso: I want to ascertain your ability to help me reclaim my true form... and reclaim the Grove from the black tide.
- Why do you say that our fates are intertwined?
- Calypso: Oh... Straight to the point.
- Calypso: The Titans have cast a net over this place because of the black tide. If we want to escape, I'll require your help to reclaim my true form.
- Ahh? Me first? But why?
- Calypso: That's no good... You asked two questions.
- Castorice: ...Let's not get into a game of semantics, Lady Calypso.
- Castorice: (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer), I will observe her reaction based on your question to determine whether she is being truthful. - Castorice: So, don't worry about it. Go ahead and ask your question.
- (Go back to the previous options)
- Calypso: Well, it's your turn now, little goddess of Death.
- Castorice: ...
- Castorice: My question is: Was your previous answer the whole truth and nothing but the truth?
- Calypso: There's no point in making this unnecessarily complicated.
- Castorice: That applies to you as well. However, we do not harbor any hostility. We merely want to avoid any potential harm to us.
- Castorice: Lady Calypso, if you want us to work together more effectively, I advise you to answer my question honestly.
- Calypso: Hehe... Alright. I was completely truthful in my response just now. I have not deceived you, nor will I.
- Castorice: With all due respect, omitting facts can also be considered deceit.
- Calypso: Is that so? Regardless, I still stand by my previous response.
- Castorice: ...Then, please lead the way. After all, facts speak for themselves. The truth will come to light once we arrive at the Luminary Throne.
- Calypso: Alright, alright. I originally thought that you were just a beautiful flower planted in the mortal realm by the Hand of Shadow... But now, I see you have some prickly thorns too.
- Castorice: I'll just consider that a compliment.
- Calypso: Indeed, I'm complimenting your charming naiveté.
- (Unlock Achievement Throbbing Heart)
Take the waterwheel to head to the top level of the Library of Philia[]
- Calypso: Alright, go ride the water wheel. I'll wait for you up there.
- Mem: Eh... So, you don't actually have to take the water wheel?
Leave the Library of Philia and head to the Luminary Throne[]
- (Approach the first marked location)
- Calypso: Speaking of which, don't you also have a red-haired companion?
- Mem: Seriously... Exactly how much do you know about us?
- Calypso: Hehe, not too much. It's just that I seem to hear the sound of a bee buzzing around.
- Castorice: Lady, your metaphors... are not worthy of praise at all.
- (Leave the building)
- Mem: Phew, finally! Some fresh air!
- Mem: Brr... But the wind feels so chilly...
- (Approach Trianne)
- Trianne: Woah, it's Little Gray, Little Cas, and the pink puppy!
- Mem: I... Forget it. I'll just be a puppy. Be forgiving... Be forgiving!
- Castorice: Lady Trianne! Are you alright? Were you hurt?
- Trianne: No, Trianne flew high up into the air so the monsters couldn't reach us.
- All that matters is you're alright.
- Trianne: Heh heh, also, the spindle that Agy gave us is so powerful that Trianne seems to have found Nax...
- Did you find Anaxa?
- Trianne: Yup! The spindle that Agy gave us is so powerful that Trianne seems to have found Nax...
- Air supremacy secured!
- Trianne: "Air supremacy secured!" ...That sounds so cool! But what does it mean?
- Trianne: Wait a minute, let's get back on track! The spindle that Agy gave us is so powerful that Trianne seems to have found Nax...
- Trianne: He's near the treetop! Even though our perception of him is very weak, it's not like the White Dryads from before.
- Trianne: But, since Trianne was alone and afraid that it might be dangerous, we did not fly there to take a look.
- Castorice: It seems like Lady Trianne did not forget our promise.
- Castorice: Anaxa is indeed still alive, and he's at the Luminary Throne right now... It seems like Lady Calypso did not lie regarding this.
- Trianne: Hm? Kalipso... Who's that?
- She seems to be the head of the Lotophagists.
- Trianne: Oh, so you found a survivor! But the golden thread doesn't seem to be able to sense the person you're talking about.
- A kind-hearted and mysterious passer-by.
- Trianne: Oh, so you received help from a kind-hearted person! But the golden thread doesn't seem to be able to sense the person you're talking about.
- A spirit... wandering around the Grove?
- Trianne: Whoa! A spirit... Trianne wants to meet this spirit that even the gold thread can't sense!
- Mem: Cal, come and meet our other companion!
- Mem: Hm? Where did she go off to...
- Castorice: Coming and going without a trace... She's such a strange person.
- Trianne: Oh, actually, Trianne also found this. Could this be related to the person you're talking about?
- Castorice: This is... a piece of burnt cloth?
- Trianne: Yup! Trianne found it on a branch not long ago. Trianne even used the golden thread to search around and found that the entire Grove is giving off a similar aura.
- Mem: Maybe... Anaxa left it behind using alchemy, in order to guide us?
- Trianne: Trianne doesn't think so. Because when Trianne picked it up, we didn't see anything at all... And judging by the golden thread, the aura seems to be all around!
- Castorice: ...Lady Trianne, where is the aura gathered at right now?
- Trianne: Mmm...
- Trianne: It seems to be... a little higher and a little ahead of us.
- Castorice: The Dome of Devotion...
Keep moving forward and pass through the Dome of Devotion[]
- Castorice: Calypso... Just what are you hiding?
- (After traveling through the Hidden Passage)
- Trianne: Ugh, the golden thread is vibrating more and more violently...
- Castorice: Everyone, let's be even more cautious.
- (Once the marked location is within view)
- Castorice: There's no one... Hold on, the Butterfly of Divine Mind is gone?
- (Approach the marked location)
- Castorice: That can't be. Was it for fending off the black tide, or perhaps...
- Trianne: What exactly is this "Butterfly of the Vine Mine"? Is it a very powerful guardian monster?
- Castorice: No, how should I put it... It's considered a safeguard for the Titan's Coreflame. This butterfly is created from Mnestia's remaining divine mind and bears the responsibility of guarding the Coreflame.
- Castorice: Legend has it that someone can only pass the trial of the butterfly by proving they possess pure and unselfish love within their heart. Only then can they awaken the Great Tree to open up the path to meet Cerces.
- Trianne: But how are we... going to prove it?
- Mem: Will telling the Titan "I love you" work? Mem is good at doing that!
- Castorice: Sorry, but even I don't know how... After all, this is a secret among secrets that only a select few in the entire Grove and even Amphoreus know.
- Castorice: Rather than worry about this, Lady Trianne, did the golden thread react to anything around here?
- Trianne: Umm, no. That unknown thing seems to be even farther ahead and higher up.
- Mem: Uhhh, but... Isn't that a dead end up ahead?
- Castorice: Perhaps we can try again... Let's see if the butterfly will still react to the Golden Bough of Vows despite having dissipated.
- Castorice: If it's indeed the token mentioned in the legends, there should be a reaction.
- Take petal from Golden Bough of Vows
- You take a single petal from the Golden Bough of Vows and offer it with both hands.
- The butterfly didn't even move one inch.
- Just hang on a little longer, a sincere heart will prevail.
- Even in the native myths of Amphoreus, it all boils down to "sincerity brings miracles." Show genuine intent, and the butterfly will surely respond...
- ...
- ...
- ...Yet, regrettably, it remains unmoved.
- Pick up the petal and wave it in front of the butterfly.
- With your extensive experience in dealing with little creatures, you are certain the butterfly will not ignore you—unless it can resist the urge.
- ...
- ...
- ...Alas, it seems it has indeed resisted the urge.
- Chew on the petal with a highly provocative expression.
- Understanding the common nature of human society, you believe that the drive to compete is an innate instinct of all living beings — surely the butterfly is no exception — and that vying for shared prey should awaken this primal urge deeply embedded in its genes.
- Castorice: ...?
- ...
- ...
- ...Alas, it seems to have declined your challenge for a duel.
- I did what I could, but the butterfly didn't even move an inch.
- Do we also have to use some kind of special spell?
- Castorice: ...Let me give it a try.
- Castorice: "O Mnestia! With the Weft as my vow, I beseech you: Entwine my body with your golden thread and affection!"
- Castorice: ...
- ...
- The butterfly still didn't move one inch.
- Trianne: Waaaah!
- Castorice: Lady Trianne? ...And even Mem? Where have they disappeared to?
- Trianne: Little Gray, Little Cas... Look over here... Quick!
- Trianne: Memmy... is about to burst into flames!
Find Mem and Trianne by listening to the sounds[]
- Castorice: The voice seems to be coming from the Star-Chase Atrium.
- (Approach Trianne)
- Trianne: Waaaah... Little Gray, Little Cas! It's bad... It's very bad!
- Mem: Don't worry, friend... I'm fine...! I just feel... a little warm...!
- Mem: But... It would be best if you could keep me from becoming a snack for these little things...!
- Starving Magical Beast: ███ ██ ███ █ ██ ███ █ ██ █ ██████
- Mem: Sorry, I shouldn't have called you guys "little things"...!
- Calm down, we'll be right there!
- If that's the case, let's get out of here.
- Castorice: Lady Trianne, what exactly happened just now?
- Trianne: Trianne and Memmy were looking around to see if there were any mechanisms nearby...
- Trianne: But just as they went to take a closer look at that big piece of amber, they were surrounded!
- Castorice: ...I see.
- Castorice: Let's get a move on. The orbs belonging to Oronyx's priests should be nearby... Hopefully, they'll be of some use.
- Mem: I'll... leave it in your capable hands...!
- Mem: Before I'm cooked... let me first think about how to apologize... *sniffle*
Try to reach where Mem is and rescue Mem[]
- (Use Oronyx's Miracle)
- Mem: Bloop bloop bloop...
- Mem: Bloop bloop bloop bloop...
- (Use Oronyx's Miracle)
- Mem: My fur... still drying...
- (Engage the Miracle Orb)
- Trianne: It's connected! Let's hurry! Memmy is already bouncing around due to the heat!
- Mem: N—No... This is a sweet little dance to express my apologies...!
- (Use the Miracle Orb to illuminate the lily pads during the Night)
- Mem: I see water lilies floating in the sky... So cool! Can we walk on it?
- (Descend on the flower)
- Mem: So warm... much comfort...
- (Descend on the flower to Mem's level)
- Castorice: Oh no, I'm starting to smell something delicious.
- Mem: Haha... That must be because I can't help giving off an irresistible charm.
- (Approach the marked location)
- Starving Magical Beast: ███ ██ ███ █ ██ ███ █ ██ █ ██████
- Mem: You're finally here, friend! I've been waiting for a while now...
- Mem: Let's surround them! It's time to give this bunch of ungentlemanly fools a taste of my fiery and fatal allure!
Defeat the magical beasts surrounding Mem[]
- (Begin battle against Meteoric Eagle ×1, Moonlit Pegasus ×1)
- Mem: I'm burning hot right now...
- Mem: It feels like I've reached medium-well... No, perhaps I'm on the verge of becoming well-done...!
- (After the battle)
- Mem: Precision, and grace. That did not take much effort... Was this supposed to be a challenge?
- Mem: ...Just kidding! I just wanted to marvel at how (Trailblazer) and Cas always manage to resolve crises so effortlessly.
- I'm just so-so, only third best, ya know?
- Mem: Friend, you're too humble! In that case, I'll just have to settle for being second best while Cas can be the best.
- Actually, there's four of us.
- Mem: Oh, right! Sorry, I forgot about Trianne.
- Trianne: It's all right! Trianne only just flew down.
- Castorice: I'm glad that everyone is alright. Speaking of which, this piece of amber is...?
- Calypso: ...A remnant of Mnestia's Coreflame.
- Calypso: To get to the throne at the treetop, gather the embers before you with the Golden Bough of Vows and present it to the divine butterfly.
- Trianne: Whoa... Where did you come from!?
- Castorice: You finally appeared... Lady Calypso.
- Calypso: Yes... It's been some time. The battle just now was a true delight, and I feel quite elated...
- Calypso: ...It seems like I'll really be able to rely on all of you to reclaim my true form.
- Castorice: ...Lady Trianne, how does the golden thread react to her?
- Trianne: Mmm...
- Trianne: There's... no reaction at all.
- Calypso: Hehe, obviously. After all, the fragment that you picked up just now is completely unrelated to me.
- Calypso: Alright, just do as I say. If you're able to pass the trial, I will tell you everything truthfully.
- Castorice: Another trial...
- Mem: Come on, I hate people who don't finish their thoughts!
- Trianne: But we have to go to the treetop to find Nax anyway, right?
- Castorice: I've got a hunch. Come, let's collect the embers and go confront her.
Pick the remaining fires with the Golden Bough of Vows[]
- (Interact with the "Amber")
- Castorice: According to Calypso, we just have to "gather the embers before us with the Golden Bough of Vows"...
- As the golden water lily touches the amber, flames spill from its petals.
- Curiously, the fire does not consume the entire flower. Only faint sparks gather at the tips, subtly burning.
- (Obtain Burning Golden Bough of Vows)
Offer the remaining fires to the Butterfly of Divine Mind[]
- Castorice: How incredible...
- Mem: Uhh, so... We just have to present it to the butterfly?
- (Offer Embers)
- Calypso: Hehe, it seems like you managed to gather the embers.
- Calypso: In that case... just offer it to the divine butterfly.
- Castorice: It'll be fine. Let's just do as she says.
- (Offer the faintly burning Golden Bough of Vows.)
- Trianne: It's a success! The path has appeared...
- Calypso: Heh... All of you have indeed passed the trial.
- Mnestia's Illusion: *Titan's sad cries*
- Castorice: Hmm? The sound of a butterfly's wings...
- Mnestia's Illusion: *Titan's sad cries*
- Calypso: ...
- Calypso: I'll be back shortly.
- Mnestia's Illusion: *Titan's sad cries*
- Calypso: Of course, our promise still stands...
- Calypso: But now... It's time for me to sacrifice myself.
- Mnestia's Illusion: *Titan's sad cries*
- Calypso: Hehe...
- Calypso: If the west wind ever ends, let that be the place where we reunite.
- Calypso: Farewell... my love.
- Castorice: Lady Calypso, this is...
- Calypso: Haha... It's nothing much.
- Calypso: Thank you so much for your help. Now it's time for me to fulfill my part of the promise.
- Castorice: Well, in that case, I can start...
- Castorice: You're... actually Cerces, right?
- Mem: Wh—What's going on? You're the Titan?
- Cerces: Oh my, the children of humanity... have passed the final trial at last.
- Cerces: I was wondering when you were planning to expose me. How did you know?
- Castorice: The riddle-like trials, your distrustful yet sincere character, referring to Mnestia as your love, and...
- Castorice: The head of the Lotophagists is actually called Medea and not Calypso.
- Cerces: Since you knew from the start that I was not who I said I was, why did you wait until now to expose me?
- Castorice: Because I did not believe that Cerces would walk this world in a human form. I was also afraid that the Titans were under the control of the black tide and would do us harm...
- Castorice: Also, "to make a claim, one must have evidence" — this is the precious knowledge that I acquired during my time at the Grove.
- Cerces: Heh... Excellent. To think we were able to gain a new chance at life in the midst of death — fate truly is a mysterious thing.
- Castorice: Well... Shouldn't you also tell us why you went through all the trouble of setting up these riddles?
- Cerces: Oh, the reason's quite simple.
- Cerces: I needed your help, and just like how you were wary of me, I had to ensure that you were not villains who were trying to get their hands on the Coreflame. I also had to ascertain that you were capable of dealing with the threat at hand.
- Castorice: Is this threat related to the black tide?
- Cerces: Indeed, and it's even more related to that lost item from before. Its owner is a quiet and paranoid hunter who seems to have been reborn from the black tide and is attacking along with it.
- Cerces: As I could not do anything about him, I split my body up and escaped to avoid harm. I bided my time for a chance to seek assistance. Unfortunately, this was not a sustainable long-term plan.
- Trianne: Uh... What you mean is that you hid your own Coreflame?
- Cerces: Indeed, I split it into three. I hid one within the Golden Bough of Vows, and sealed another in the amber along with Mnestia's remaining embers...
- Cerces: As for the last one... It's currently in Anaxa's body, which is in dire need of repair.
- Castorice: What? Do you mean that, you're using such a method...
- Cerces: Hehe, after all, the scholars of the Grove have always been willing to lay down their lives to defend my Coreflame... As a respected god, it would be too embarrassing if I were to do nothing and simply watch the children of humanity give up their lives for me.
- Cerces: Especially that heretic named Anaxa. He did not even hesitate to tear his soul apart and use it to perform a miracle. He trapped all the creations of the black tide within the Grove so that they would not be able to harm others.
- Cerces: His way of thinking was so out of the ordinary that I felt it would be a waste for him to meet his demise in the black tide. And so, I decided to save his life.
- Cerces: Of course, this also meant that I was able to conceal myself and remain hidden... Well, that's also an "equivalent exchange," right?
- Mem: Ah, I finally understand! So, you want us to lend you a hand in piecing your Coreflame back together! We'll also be able to save Anaxa that way!
- Cerces: What a smart little bunny. This way, I'll be able to regain my true form, and you will be able to bring the Coreflame and your teacher back to Okhema...
- Cerces: ...We'll also take down the black-robed swordmaster at the throne, together in one go.
- Trianne: But... Cerces, aren't you the Reason Titan?
- Cerces: Heh... Even if I do not have the authority of Strife, I'm still a god.
- Cerces: I just need you to buy me some time against the warrior's blade... Once the Coreflame is re-formed, I'll be able to show my hand.
- Just leave it to me. Buying time is my specialty.
- Let's take him down in one go!
- Cerces: Excellent. Then, just continue climbing to reach my throne.
- Cerces: Turn the Golden Bough of Vows into firewood to reignite the Coreflame of Reason...
- (Unlock Achievement Butterfly Adores Flower)
Climb upwards and reach the Luminary Throne[]
- Step DescriptionAfter careful observation, Castorice exposes Calypso's true identity as Cerces. Cerces admits to this and asks (Trailblazer)'s group to help them reach Anaxa, so they can fuse the Coreflame again to catch the culprit behind the annihilation of the Grove — the nameless black-robed swordmaster.
- (Approach the entryway)
- Cerces: I'll leave it to you, children of humanity. May you be blessed with good fortune.
- Castorice: It seems like... a fierce battle will be inevitable.
- Trianne: Don't worry! Trianne will protect everyone!
- (After traveling through the Hidden Passage)
- Castorice: Ahead lies the Luminary Throne...
- Castorice: And also... the battlefield that we're about to step onto.
- Mem: Ah, this...
- Mem: Friends, can you feel it?
- Trianne: Memmy, what's wrong?
- Mem: The memories here have a very intense smell...
- Mem: ...It's the scent of bulrush, sand, and the blazing sun.
- Castorice: Is this...
- Castorice: Professor Anaxa...
Keep moving forward and meet up with Cerces at the throne[]
- (Approach Anaxa's soul)
- Anaxa: Ha... My eyes can no longer see...
- (Approach Anaxa's soul)
- Anaxa: No matter... All I have to do is to place this body at the core of the array...
- (Approach Anaxa's soul)
- Anaxa: For the sake of Amphoreus... Die with me, Titan.
- (Approach the marked location)
- Mem: Ah...
- Castorice: Cerces was right. He's indeed here.
- Trianne: Who is this black-robed guy...?
- Mem: This person is the source of the smell and the memory... No, he's basically the memory itself!
- Mem: The burning paradise, the shattered sun, and...
- Mem: ...Carnage. Death and destruction.
- ???: ...
- Castorice: Everyone, brace yourself... This must be the hunter reborn from the black tide that Cerces was talking about...
- Castorice: The black sword and cloak...
- Castorice: The owner of the piece of cloth... The north wind that sent over the deathly fog of Thanatos.
- ???: You're not... demigods.
- ???: Stand down. Or die.
- Mem: Quick... run! It's just us... We won't be able to defeat them...
- Don't worry, I'll protect everyone.
- Things will get better when the Titan attacks.
- Castorice: That's right, let's do our best to buy time for Cerces.
- I—Is there still time for us to escape now...
- Castorice: He has already discovered us... Let's do our best to buy time for Cerces.
- Trianne: T—Trianne will also protect everyone! Trianne is brave!
- Castorice: (Mr./
Miss) (Trailblazer)... - Castorice: Only this time... may Death protect us!
- (Cutscene plays)
- Castorice: Be careful.
- ???: One slash.
- ???: Two slashes.
- ???: Three slashes... are enough
- (Cutscene ends)
Defeat the black-robed swordmaster[]
- (Begin battle against ???)
- Castorice: Who exactly are you...?
- (When ??? begins their turn for the 2nd time)
- Castorice: So powerful... Cerces was right...
- Mem: Where is she? Is the Coreflame still not pieced together yet!?
- (When ??? begins their turn for the 3th time)
- ???: Offer your souls... to the fire.
- Castorice: Not good...!
- ???: Be reduced to... ashes!
- (Cutscene plays)
- Castorice: In that case...
- Anaxa?: Can't be killed in a single blow...
- Anaxa?: You are indeed no ordinary human.
- (Cutscene ends)
- (Battle continues against ???)
- Anaxa?: How annoying. Children of humanity, don't waver now. Let's just destroy them one by one.
- Anaxa?: Since the ambush failed, it'll be difficult to find another opportunity... What a pity.
- Castorice: Professor Anaxa? No... It's Cerces?
- Mem: You're finally here! I missed you so much!
- (When any teammate drops below 50% HP)
- Anaxa?: Heh, I'm about to be overwhelmed. Fighting is so much more tiring than thinking.
- (Condition missing)
- Castorice: Everyone, watch each other's back!
- (When ??? is reduced to 10% HP)
- Anaxa?: That was tough... I'm truly exhausted.
- (When ??? is reduced to 1% HP)
- Trianne: Wait, no... Look out, everyone!
- (Cutscene plays)
- Castorice: This is bad...
- Trianne: Century gate...
- Trianne: Open!
- (Cutscene ends)
Other Languages[]
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Grove, Wherefore Are the Wise Silent |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 谧林啊，寤思者缘何失语 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 謐林啊，寤思者緣何失語 |
| Japanese | 静かな森よ、悟りし者が声を失ったのはなぜか |
| Korean | 고요한 숲이여, 깨달은 자는 어찌 말을 잃었는가 |
| Spanish | Arboleda, ¿por qué callan los sabios? |
| French | Silence des sages du Bosquet |
| Russian | О роща, отчего мудрецы молчат? |
| Thai | ป่าแสนสงบเอ๋ย ใยผู้ตื่นรู้ถึงมิเอื้อนเอ่ย |
| Vietnamese | Hỡi Rừng Sâu, Tại Sao Người Khôn Ngoan Lại Im Lặng |
| German | Hain, weshalb sind die Weisen verstummt |
| Indonesian | Hutan Sunyi, Mengapa Para Bijak Terdiam? |
| Portuguese | Bosque, Porque os Sábios Permanecem em Silêncio |
Change History[]
Released in Version 3.1
