Aht Urhgan Mission 47: The Empress Crowned/Plot Details

===Cutscenes===
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===Game Script===
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The Empress Crowned (pt.1) - Aht Urhgan Whitegate
Bharifhal: Presenting Naja Salaheem, President of Salaheem's Sentinels!
Bharifhal: Also of Salaheem's Sentinels, presenting Mercenary rank and Player title, Player name!
Bharifhal: Ladies and Gentlemen, your attention please.
Bharifhal: The coronation ceremony of Nashmeira II, the 16th Empress of the Majaab Dynasty, will now commence.
Bharifhal: Let us begin by offering our praises to Lord Alexander, the guardian of the Empire for a thousand years...
Nashmeira: Master of Ceremonies!
Bharifhal: !?
Bharifhal: (Your Magnificence, it is not yet time for your address...)
Nashmeira: We shall dispense with the formalities. 
We wish to speak with our guests directly.
Bharifhal: (B-but, Your Magnificence! This breaks with customary protoc--)
Nashmeira: This is our second coronation and we shall do as we please.
Bharifhal: Of course, Your Magnificence...
Bharifhal: Her Magnificence, the Empress!
Wolfgang: (Hm? This girl?)
Volker: (Why...she's barely more than a child...)
Bharifhal: Ladies and Gentlemen, silence for the Empress.
Nashmeira: My distinguished guests.
Nashmeira: Many and varied events have befallen us...and we are certain there are those among you who hold little love for the Empire.
Nashmeira: Yet despite all that has come to pass, you have chosen to bestow your blessings on our coronation...
Nashmeira: ...for which we humbly thank you.
Nashmeira: Traditionally, we would hold a grand ceremony that would span the entire nation...
Nashmeira: However, as we desired your presence and acknowledgment, this somewhat more intimate setting was devised.
Naja Salaheem: (The noble families...the high-rrranking officers...my business opportunities!)
Nashmeira: Dignitaries of the Middle Lands. 
We regret the fear and confusion the hostile actions of our Empire have caused among your nations.
Nashmeira: We also wish to express our most profound grief a the loss of life during the incident with the destroyed airship...
Nashmeira: ...
Wolfgang: Lift your head, Your Magnificence.
Wolfgang: The crew members and Elvaan knights aboard the Endymion were indeed badly injured in the crash...
Wolfgang: But thanks to the swift actions and expert first aid of Musketeer Naji, not a single life was lost.
Nashmeira: Truly!?
Nashmeira: Then you must allow us to dispatch Imperial alchemists to aid in their recovery. 
They are highly skilled in regenerative procedures...
Halver: We gladly accept your offer of aid, Your Magnificence.
Volker: Empress Nashmeira. I would like to discuss your intentions regarding the future of relations between the Empire and the Middle Lands.
Nashmeira: A worthy topic...however, I believe our first step will be to rebuild the conditions that existed between our nations before recent events.
Wolfgang: You wish to return to a neutral state of mutual non-aggression?
Nashmeira: Yes... 
The beastman forces threatening the Empire have not ceased their assaults.
Nashmeira: And despite the standoff, our war with the Eastern nations continues. 
It is impossible to know when Aht Urhgan will once again have a time of peace.
Halver: You fear that if we should strengthen our ties, that the Middle Lands will be drawn into your conflicts...?
Nashmeira: You are correct, Monarlais.
???: You must not be so defeatist, Your Magnificence!
Karababa: !
Gessho: I must apologize for my late arrival.
Nashmeira: Gessho! 
We are glad to see you back from your journey!
Gessho: You are too kind, Your Magnificence. 
Your letter to the Mikado has been safely delivered.
Naja Salaheem: That's where you'd gotten off to!
Gessho: Yes, President Naja. I hope you might forgive my unauthorized absence.
Nashmeira: Were you able to gain an audience with the Mikado?
Nashmeira: You may speak freely, Gessho. 
This news concerns everyone present.
Gessho: As you wish, Your Magnificence. 
The Mikado responded with these words:
Gessho: "It will be difficult to negotiate a peace at this time."
Nashmeira: This was not...unexpected...
Gessho: However, the Mikado also stated he would raise the matter among the council of lords.
Nashmeira: !!!
Gessho: The East is a land of tradition. 
The Mikado is not free to act as he pleases--any decisions will require long consideration.
Gessho: The same may be said of the Empire, if I may be so bold?
Nashmeira: You are quite correct, Gessho. 
A sudden Imperial order to cease hostilities could spark a rebellion within our eastern forces.
Gessho: I humbly offer my continued services as a conduit between the Empire and the nations of the East. 
I await your orders, Your Magnificence.
Nashmeira: Thank you, Gessho.
Naja Salaheem: Hmph. 
Someone's moving up in the world.
Gessho: I have Player name to thank for my fortunes.
Volker: I see Your Magnificence has begun the peace process on all fronts.
Nashmeira: Yes, we hope to ratify a treaty of friendship with the Middle Lands even as we negotiate a peace with the East.
Wolfgang: Are we not forgetting one rather "colossal" problem that remains?
Nashmeira: The iron colossus... 
Yes, it still remains on Nyzul Isle, though badly damaged.
Volker: Which means the Empire can give no guarantee that this doomsday weapon will not one day be repaired and used to threaten the peace of the world once more.
Volker: The only solution to this dilemma is to destroy the device under the scrutiny of those present here today. Would you not agree?
Nashmeira: Yes, that would be the obvious choice of action...
Karababa: Except there is more to it than just an inanimate shell. 
Perhaps you should let us in on the secret as well?
Nashmeira: We...we have detected a warp in the fabric of reality within the central core of the colossus.
Volker: A warp in the fabric of reality? 
What are you saying...?
Karababa: Allow me to illuminate: 
It appears the giant scrap heap has become an astral gate.
Nashmeira: An...astral gate?
Karababa: I hear a portal to the underworld exists in this land. 
In the Hazhalm Testing Grounds, I believe, though my information is secondhand.
Nashmeira: Yes, that rent is how Odin entered our world...
Karababa: I would think this gate to be a similar abberation: 
a link between the world of the avatars and that specific location.
Nashmeira: ...
Nashmeira: Would it then be possible to delay the destruction of the colossus?
Volker: It seems we have no choice. 
Who knows what may happen if we tamper with such unpredictable energies...
Karababa: Excellent! 
Then Windurst wholeheartedly agrees to maintain this fascinating rent!
Karababa: Who knows what developments in magical knowledge could be made in this endeavor? 
And my interest in the astral candescences is as strong as ever!
Nashmeira: The Empire thanks you!
Halver: San d'Oria also gives her consent. 
Prince Trion has promised our full cooperation.
Nashmeira: Oh! Prince Trion has always believed in us...
Volker: I will take the matter of the colossus home to Bastok. 
The president must be consulted.
Volker: However, I will give Bastok's blessings to your coronation. 
You hardly require our permission to regain control of your own Empire.
Karababa: Dear Volker...
Wolfgang: The Duchy of Jeuno agrees on the condition that the colossus be kept inoperable to ensure the safety of our airships.
Nashmeira: Of course. We wish to have the full assistance of the Middle Lands in understanding this phenomenon.
Bharifhal: Ahem! And now we shall finally commence the coronation ceremony.
Bharifhal: And who shall have the honor bestowing the crown...?
Nashmeira: We are decided.
Nashmeira: Will you perform this last duty for us, Player name?
:Will you perform this duty?
::It will be my pleasure. <----- Chose this option!
::I cannot accept this honor...
Nashmeira: Thank you, Player name... 
Ghatsad! The crown, if you please.
:Will you perform this duty?
::It will be my pleasure.
::I cannot accept this honor... <----- Chose this option!
Nashmeira: We anticipated you would give such an answer. 
But I'm afraid the wishes of the Empress cannot be denied. 
Ghatsad! The crown, if you please.
Bharifal: Ghatsad? 
The crown?
Ghatsad: My apologies. 
The crown has been melted down. I needed a pure scintillant ingot...
Bharifal: M-m-melted down! 
Have you lost your mind, man!
Ghatsad: There were parts that had to be forged. 
I am sure the Empress will understand...
Mnejing: Oof...might you not be a little more gentle with the recently repaired?
Nashmeira: Mnejing...!
Ovjang: <Yawn>... 
That was a lovely nap!
Ovjang: It's good to see you, Nashmeira!
Nashmeira: Ovjang!
Nashmeira: You have earned your pardon, Ghatsad! 
They look as good as new...
Nashmeira: Wait... 
We did not give any commands! How is this possible!?
Ovjang: It's no big deal!
Nashmeira: It's a very big deal!
Ghatsad: These automatons were old models. 
They didn't have the independent functioning of current puppetmaster automatons...and were never able to talk without direct manipulation.
Ghatsad: I took the liberty of installing high-grade memory chips that were recovered from the Ruins of Alzadaal.
Ghatsad: As soon as I had completed the repairs and enabled the circuits, they started babbling like a dam that had been broken...
Ovjang: Nashmeira! That gaping look is not becoming of a young lady!
Mnejing: Shouldn't we be getting on with the ceremony?
Mnejing: Of all the irresponsible...
Nashmeira: Razfahd...?
Ghatsad: Ahahaha... 
It appears Mnejing still retains some memories of his first owner.
Bharifhal: Ahem...
Nashmeira: Ah, we had almost forgotten. 
Player name was about to bestow our crown.
Nashmeira: As you can see, the metal has been put to a more practical use...
Nashmeira: Player name. Your blessing will be all the crown we require.
Nashmeira: You have our eternal gratitude, Player name...
Nashmeira: As do you all!
Nashmeira: And now my most trusted subject...Naja Salaheem Zhwan!
Naja Salaheem: Your Magnificence.
Nashmeira: On the occasion of our coronation, we once again officially authorize Salaheem's Sentinels as a legitimate mercenary company of the Empire.
Naja Salaheem: You honor me, Your Magnificence.
Nashmeira: Furthermore, we award your company with one thousand Imperial platinum pieces.
Naja Salaheem: One thousand platinum...!?
Nashmeira: Naja, it is thanks to you that the capital still stands at all.
Naja Salaheem: Your Magnificence...
Nashmeira: The mercenaries you have trained, not the least of which is the heroic Player name, have faced endless dangers in the protection of Aht Urhgan.
Nashmeira: I have already commanded my ministers to comply with your request for independence for your home nation of Zhwa.
Nashmeira: We trust you will make good use of the coin you have received today to ease the poverty of your people.
Naja Salaheem: Your generosity is overwhelming, Your Magnificence.
Nashmeira: And finally...
Nashmeira: We have been saved from the cataclysm of Ragnarok, as well as a war between the Middle Lands and the Empire.
Nashmeira: This peace would never have come to pass if not for the courage and actions of Player name.
Nashmeira: We do not know how we may repay such feats of heroism.
Nashmeira: At the very least, we wish to present you with your choice from among the family treasures of House Majaab.
Nashmeira: It would please us for you to have one of these rings...
Ovjang: Player name, the choice is yours...
:Which do you choose?
::I...I can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Nashmeira: Balrahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Balrahn, the most celebrated hero in the history of Aht Urhgan.
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
:::Player has free inventory space
Ovjang: A fine choice, Player name!
Nashmeira presents you with Balrahn's ring!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: A mercenary unprepared is a sad sight indeed. 
Return to the palace once the coronation ceremony is complete.
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Jalzahn's ring.
Nashmeira: Ulthalam's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Ulthalam, a famous patriot of House Majaab.
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
:::Player has free inventory space
Ovjang: A fine choice, Player name!
Nashmeira presents you with Ulthalam's ring!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: A mercenary unprepared is a sad sight indeed. 
Return to the palace once the coronation ceremony is complete.
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
Nashmeira: Jalzahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Jalzahn, former Emperor, noted marksman...and my dear father.
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
:::Player has free inventory space
Ovjang: A fine choice, Player name!
Nashmeira presents you with Jalzahn's ring!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: A mercenary unprepared is a sad sight indeed. 
Return to the palace once the coronation ceremony is complete.
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I can't decide... <----- Chose this option!
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Ovjang: Oho? I thought mercenaries were good at making snap decisions...?
Ovjang: I suppose it is to be understood. 
They are all precious treasures handpicked by Nashmeira herself!
Nashmeira: Player name...
Nashmeira: From this day forward, we will be focused on learning the mountain of skills required to properly perform the role of Empress.
Nashmeira: There will be no more time for adventures...
Nashmeira: But we are glad to have had opportunity to meet you, Player name.
Nashmeira: We hope you continue to be Aht Urhgan's champion.
Nashmeira: And perhaps, one day...
Nashmeira: But no, it cannot be. 
Farewell, Player name.
Bharifhal: Honored guests.
Bharifhal: Let us show our warmest appreciation for the heroes, Naja Salaheem and Player name!
Volker: Your support for Ayame and Naji has been invaluable, Player name. 
I thank you on behalf of the Republic of Bastok.
Halver: Prince Trion sends his regrets at not being able to attend, and also at missing 
Karababa: And Doctor Shantotto also sends her regards. 
She says, "Don't think that fate is done with dealing your cards!" 
Ohohohoho!
Gessho: Player name. 
As a fellow mercenary, I look forward to sharing the same battlefield with you again sometime, somewhere...
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Here, take this as well.
Mnejing hands you an Imperial standard!
Mnejing: Your continued support for Nashmeira is most welcome.
:::Player has no free inventory space
Mnejing: Player name... 
I had hoped to present you with this Imperial standard, but you seem to be overloaded with items already...
Mnejing: We cannot discuss this now... 
Return to the palace once the coronation ceremony is complete.
Mnejing: In any event, your continued support for Nashmeira is most welcome.
Mnejing: She is the hope for our uncertain future...the true treasure of Aht Urhgan.
The Empress Crowned (pt.2) - Aht Urhgan Whitegate
:Choose event replay conditions.
::Play at random.
::Play with set conditions.
::No rewards received. <----- Chose this option!
::Imperial standard received.
::Ring reward received.
Ovjang: We've been waiting for you, Player name!
Mnejing: Here, take this first.
Mnejing hands you an Imperial standard!
Mnejing: Remember us whenever you look upon that pennant...
Ovjang: Aht Urhgan will always be your second home!
Mnejing: I still hold three rings from Nashmeira...
Ovjang: You know exactly which one you want this time, right?
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Mnejing: Balrahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Balrahn, the most celebrated hero in the history of Aht Urhgan.
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Balrahn's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Balrahn's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Jalzahn's ring.
Mnejing: Ulthalam's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Ulthalam, a famous patriot of House Majaab.
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Ulthalam's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Ulthalam's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
Mnejing: Jalzahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Jalzahn, former Emperor, and noted marksman.
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Jalzahn's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Jalzahn's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide... <----- Chose this option!
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Ovjang: Oho? So you weren't ready to make a choice...?
Ovjang: I suppose it is to be understood. 
They are all precious treasures handpicked by Nashmeira herself!
:Choose event replay conditions.
::Play at random.
::Play with set conditions.
::No rewards received.
::Imperial standard received. <----- Chose this option!
::Ring reward received.
Ovjang: We've been waiting for you, Player name!
Mnejing: I still hold the three rings from Nashmeira...
Ovjang: You know exactly which one you want this time, right?
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Mnejing: Balrahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Balrahn, the most celebrated hero in the history of Aht Urhgan.
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Balrahn's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Balrahn's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Balrahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring. <----- Chose this option!
::Jalzahn's ring.
Mnejing: Ulthalam's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Ulthalam, a famous patriot of House Majaab.
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Ulthalam's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Ulthalam's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Ulthalam's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide...
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring. <----- Chose this option!
Mnejing: Jalzahn's ring? 
This was the ring worn by Jalzahn, former Emperor, and noted marksman.
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice. <----- Chose this option!
::Can I see the other rings again?
Ovjang: A decision has been made. Praise Walahra!
:::Player has free inventory space
Mnejing: Your reward...
Mnejing presents you with Jalzahn's ring!
Mnejing: You should know that by wearing Jalzahn's ring, you will be accorded with all the respect due a member of the Imperial family.
Ovjang: So be sure not to misplace it!
:::Player has no free inventory space
Ovjang: Player name, is it possible that you didn't even leave enough room in your bag for a ring?
Mnejing: Off with you...
:Will you choose Jalzahn's ring?
::Yes, I've made my choice.
::Can I see the other rings again? <----- Chose this option!
:Which do you choose?
::I...I still can't decide... <----- Chose this option!
::Balrahn's ring.
::Ulthalam's ring.
::Jalzahn's ring.
Ovjang: Oho? So you weren't ready to make a choice...?
Ovjang: I suppose it is to be understood. 
They are all precious treasures handpicked by Nashmeira herself!
:Choose event replay conditions.
::Play at random.
::Play with set conditions.
::No rewards received.
::Imperial standard received.
::Ring reward received. <----- Chose this option!
Ovjang: We've been waiting for you, Player name!
Mnejing: Here, take this first.
Mnejing hands you an Imperial standard!
Mnejing: Remember us whenever you look upon that pennant...
Ovjang: Aht Urhgan will always be your second home!