As One We Watch the Setting Sun

==Steps==
# Return to the Speaker's Chamber for a discussion
# Leave the Speaker's Chamber
# Return to the Weary Inn and have a short rest
#* Check out the area near the couriers (optional)
#* Check out the area near the smiths (optional)
#* Take a look around nearby the Weary Inn (optional)
# Check on the situation outside your room
==Dialogue==
;(Talk to Solnev, optional)
: Solnev: The Captain says a group of us needs to stay behind to guard the Source Mechanism. It's extremely important."We'll stay here" from the next line is spoken here instead.
: Solnev: We'll stay here."We'll stay here" is spoken at the end of the previous line instead. Of course, you're free to come and go as you please.
;(Enter the Speaker's Chamber)
: Mavuika: In that case, allow me to formally welcome the Fatui to our cause.
: Mavuika: We now face a common enemy. It's time to put our differences behind us and look to the future.
: Mavuika: As for Ororon... His actions may have been out of line, but I don't intend to punish him right now. I'd rather give him a chance to prove himself.
: "The Captain": A magnanimous decision.
: Paimon: We're back... Whoa, seeing the two of you chatting like this... Paimon almost feels like she's dreaming.
: There's strength in numbers.
: I feel better about our chances.
: Mavuika: This may be an unexpected outcome, but a favorable one nonetheless.
: Mavuika: Now that we're all here, I have some questions of my own. Tell me — how did you discover the Source Mechanism?
: "The Captain": We weren't getting any closer to obtaining the Gnosis, so I had my men scour Natlan for a different option. Ororon helped as well.
: "The Captain": We tracked down three scholars — Aberewaa, Bosomtwe, and Cuxtal, and combined the results of their research to locate this ancient device.
: Mavuika: ...Huh, I've never heard those names before.
: Mavuika: Seems like my own investigation failed to locate some critical personnel. I'm just not sure how I missed them...
: "The Captain": Strange... Perhaps they simply live in seclusion.
: "The Captain": In any case, their results speak for themselves.
: Mavuika: That's true. Now we have another option at our disposal. Compared to using the Gnosis, our current plan will buy us some time.
: Mavuika: And, if all else fails, we still have this plan as a last resort... even though executing it will come at a heavy cost.
: Paimon: But, that means making everyone forget their past... We should definitely try to avoid it if we can.
: Paimon: Actually, speaking of the Gnosis, how did you know what it could do?
: "The Captain": That story begins with the cataclysm five hundred years ago...
: "The Captain": I failed to save Khaenri'ah from the rampage of the Abyss. When the situation became unsalvageable, I fled to Natlan with the remainder of my platoon.
: "The Captain": Only to find that Natlan had fallen victim to the same tragedy. I defended this land for quite some time and, in the process, met the chief of the Masters of the Night-Wind, Ayizu.
: "The Captain": I'm sure many people viewed Khaenri'ah as the cause of the tragedy, but Ayizu was kind to me all the same, and even helped me in my time of need.
: "The Captain": From that moment, I made it my mission to aid Natlan. In battle, a warrior fights to win. Even though my homeland was lost, I was already committed to this fight.
: "The Captain": Together, Ayizu and I fought many battles and overcame countless hardships. However, he was unable to escape his fate, and in his final moments, told me the secret of the Gnosis.
: Mavuika: So, it was him... He recommended using the Gnosis on several occasions, even before the tragedy. But, I turned him down each time.
: Mavuika: You knew him, and you fought for Natlan all those years ago... Why don't I recognize you?
: Mavuika: *sigh* It must be the mask.
: "The Captain": Heh, even without the mask, my past appearance is long gone. Even with the curse of immortality, the flesh still rots.
: Paimon: Wait, do you know someone named Dainsleif? That problem doesn't seem quite so... extreme for him.
: "The Captain": You've met him already?
: Paimon: Yeah, a bunch of times. Sounds like you know him, too.
: "The Captain": During the age of Khaenri'ah, all I knew was his name. The last time I saw him in person, he was traveling with the .
: "The Captain": He carries a degree of pain and hatred that far surpasses my own.
: Back then, you said you didn't want to fight me...
: Was it really because of my sibling?
: "The Captain": Yes. You're the . Given the role I held in Khaenri'ah, I would prefer not to harm you.
: "The Captain": Although, this is likely a self-imposed burden. If the saw me now, I doubt would even recognize me.
: "The Captain": As for your question, I don't know how Dain managed to slow the deterioration of his body.
: "The Captain": My appearance is much changed, and that's not the only thing. Even my physical strength is a shadow of what it once was.
: Mavuika: I would've never known. During our battle, it felt like I was fighting against the pinnacle of human strength.
: "The Captain": Hm... and I still lost. I deserve no praise for that outcome.
: "The Captain": Still, it's a shame we never faced off five hundred years ago. You could have seen what I was truly capable of.
: Mavuika: I agree. Had we fought then, I'd also have been more motivated to go all out.
: Paimon: So, all that commotion back at the Stadium, and you're saying... neither of you were using your full strength!?
: Mavuika: I'd say we're evenly matched. If we face off again, victory will come down to who wants it more.
: "The Captain": I imagine you held back since there were spectators around that could have gotten hurt. But, capitalizing on that situation would have only led to a hollow victory. It would have been no different than taking hostages.
: "The Captain": My goal was the Gnosis, and I failed to obtain it... That means I lost, plain and simple.
: Speaking of the Gnosis...
: What are you going to tell the Tsaritsa?
: "The Captain": Her Majesty the Tsaritsa allows every Harbinger the freedom to pursue the meaning of their existence. When the time comes, that freedom can take precedence over her orders.
: "The Captain": That's why our methods can be so radically different despite sharing the same goal and the same sovereign.
: "The Captain": I needed the Gnosis because I came here to save Natlan. That was my primary motive. Once Natlan is saved, if the Gnosis still remained in my possession, I could bring it back to Snezhnaya.
: Mavuika: My decision regarding the Gnosis will not change... So let's focus on the Abyss for now.
: Paimon: Right! What happens when all six heroes are together?
: It will probably unleash some kind of power...
: The heavens were mentioned earlier. Anything to do with that?
: Mavuika: We will unleash a great power that can be used to thwart the Abyss — but only once. It's a power that Xbalanque gained from Ronova.
: Mavuika: Ronova is a god whose existence predates any Archon. You can think of her like an emissary of the Heavenly Principles. She controls the power of death.
: Paimon: Wait, is that why you have the Ode of Resurrection?
: Mavuika: Yes. Ronova also orchestrated Natlan's rules. As for the divine throne...
: Mavuika: Like I said before, when a human ascends to the divine throne, their inner flame will awaken. The size of the flame depends on the person's potential.
: Mavuika: The same principle applies to the 's power, with one notable distinction... The amount of power inherited will not change depending on your ability to tolerate it.
: Mavuika: In other words, it's a kind of power that not everyone can withstand.
: Mavuika: But, if you survive the trial, you will gain unprecedented strength, and the ability to harness powers more formidable than any Archon.
: Paimon: That still sounds really risky...
: Mavuika: We cannot walk this path without accepting risk.
: Mavuika: Mualani charged into the Night Kingdom despite the Abyssal contamination, Ororon fought back from the brink of death...
: Mavuika: In the face of their bravery, I must respond in kind. That is my duty.
: "The Captain": Spoken like a true leader.
: Mavuika: Alright, that's enough for one day. You should head back and get some rest. I'm sure you're exhausted.
: Mavuika: The Abyss will likely sense the change in Ororon. It's possible the frequency of the attacks will increase. There are many challenges to come, so we need to be prepared.
: Paimon: When you put it that way... Paimon feels even more exhausted.
: Paimon: Alright, let's head back.
;(Talk to "The Captain" or Mavuika, optional)
: "The Captain": Now that we're working together, we'll need to coordinate our efforts. I'll leave a portion of my forces for you to command.
: Mavuika: That will definitely help relieve some pressure. You're sure they won't object?
: "The Captain": It's an order — I will make that clear.
: Mavuika: Excellent. I appreciate your trust.
;(Approach the marked location outside of the Speaker's Chamber)
: Dedougou: Ouch... That hurts...
: Kachina: Stay still. Your wound needs time to heal. You need to rest for a few more days.
: Boulsa: The monsters keep increasing in number. It's like something changed...
: Mualani: It's definitely unusual, and we all should be careful. But, don't worry too much. You have us by your side!
: Mualani: If there's one thing the Abyss fears, it's strength. If they think we're easy prey, they've got another thing comin'!
: Mualani: Oh, someone's calling us!
: Kachina: Coming! Coming!
: Paimon: Something wrong, ?
:: (The feeling of dread is getting stronger...)
:: (Do we really have time to wait for the final hero to appear?)
;(Talk to Dedougou, optional)
: Dedougou: Ah, finally some relief...
;(Talk to Boulsa, optional)
: Boulsa: What rotten luck, to be injured at a time like this...
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;(Approach Xilonen at the forge, optional)
: Xilonen: Nope, we can't give any of these to our soldiers. They were not tempered correctly at the forge.
: Xilonen: Well-made weapons and shields are vital for the survival of our people. I know we're under a lot of pressure, but we can't compromise on quality.
: Xilonen: Listen, I'm not blaming you. I know this isn't your usual standard of work. Why don't you all take a break, and I'll take care of the pieces.
: Paimon: Hey, Xilonen. Is something wrong?
: Xilonen: Nothing I can't handle. Just some rushed, defective goods, that's all.
: Xilonen: Even the most skilled craftsmen make mistakes under pressure. If you two want to avoid the same fate, you should really get some rest.
: Paimon: You must be exhausted, too...
: Xilonen: Hahaha, don't worry. I like it that way.
;(Talk to Xilonen again, optional)
: Xilonen: You should head back and get some rest. I need to fix some things here first...
;(Approach Kinich and Ajaw at Frida's Palette, optional)
: Paimon: Kinich! You made it back in one piece!
: Sibu: Oh, these must be friends of yours. I'll head out, then. See you later.
: Ajaw: Hahaha, it was a piece of cake. Those invasive pests are lucky someone called a truce, or we would have burned them all to ashes!
: Kinich: I appreciate the concern, Paimon.
: Kinich: Despite Ajaw's description, the situation wasn't quite so smooth. The Captain's forces are all elite warriors. It was a tough fight.
: Kinich: We were prepared to retreat at any moment, and now the Pyro Archon and The Captain are working together... Not the outcome I was expecting, that's for sure.
: Paimon: Yeah, a lot happened while we were in the ruin. We'll tell you about it some other time...
: Kinich: Well, at least the Pyro Archon's plan advanced a step further. This is the best outcome we could have hoped for — we really appreciate all your help.
: Kinich: But, we have to keep pushing forward. Sibu and I were just about to head out, actually. My tribe is calling for messengers.
: Paimon: We won't keep you, then. Let's talk later!
: Ajaw: Hah, little Kinich thinks he can just leave without consulting the Almighty Dragonlord K'uhul Ajaw... Hey, wait up!
;(Enter the Weary Inn)
: Citlali: Ororon.
: Ororon: Granny.
: Citlali: ...
: Ororon: What's wrong, Granny? It looks like you have something to say.
: Citlali: *scoff* You know exactly what you did! You need some sense knocked into you, that's what I think! Now, where do I even begin...
: Ororon: I'm sorry.
: Citlali: Hah, now that you have nowhere to run, THAT'S when you apologize!? You couldn't wait to run off last time, and the time before that...
: Ororon: Pretty sure I apologized those times, too...
: Citlali: What exactly were you thinking? Being a wanted criminal is one thing, but then you also tried to pull off that whole thing in the ancient ruin...
: Citlali: I'm not the one who needs an apology... Apologize to yourself for risking your life.
: Ororon: Okay, I'm sorry.
: Citlali: ...
: Ororon: I don't have anything to say for myself, Granny. Yell at me all you want. I know I messed up.
: Citlali: You better be sincere. This is an incredibly serious matter.
: Ororon: I'm being sincere, I promise. I've seriously reflected on my actions...
: Ororon: I know what I did was risky, and I know I made some bad choices, but I don't regret it. I just had to do something...
: Ororon: Not because I thought I was special, but because I wanted to help Natlan as much as I can.
: Ororon: Of course, in the end, I just ended up causing more trouble, so... you're right. My apology doesn't mean much, but I don't know what else I can say.
: Ororon: You even had Ifa bring me that gem... A simple thank you isn't enough, but still... Thank you, Granny.
: Citlali: You're welcome. Just make sure to thank Ifa sometime.
: Ororon: I will.
: Citlali: Anyway, don't feel too grateful. I tampered with the bag to copy a portion of your memories.
: Ororon: ...Oh, I didn't notice.
: Citlali: Of course.Actual spoken words: "*Scoff* Of course you didn't." You forget how many years I have on you? Like you could uncover one of my tricks...
: Citlali: Anyway, I have something else to tell you.
: Citlali: The Pyro Archon has discussed your case with the others. Many of your actions violated the rules of Natlan, and you should understand you'll have to take responsibility for that.
: Ororon: I understand.
: Citlali: But... your efforts weren't entirely meaningless in the end. In addition to giving us another failsafe, you saved yourself with sheer force of will, and managed to become a hero.
: Citlali: Hmph, not too shabby, grandson.
: Ororon: Did and Paimon tell you to say that?
: Citlali: What? No! I said that because I mean it!
: Ororon: I can't believe you're complimenting me at a time like this... You normally let your fists to the talking.
: Citlali: You're not off the hook just yet. I told I was going to break your legs, and I meant every part of it!
: Ororon: Could you... not? I still need them to walk...
: Citlali: Trying to negotiate, are you? Alright... Make me an offer.
: Ororon: Given all the good things that I managed to accomplish... can you let me off the hook this one time? I promise to do better in the future.
: Citlali: Fine. I can let this slide for now, but I'll be watching. We'll see if I change my mind.
: Citlali: Oh? , Paimon... Didn't expect to see you here.
: Paimon: Hello!
: Talking things out with your grandson?
: Citlali: Yes... Looking after these little rascals is rather exhausting.
: Paimon: Taking care of isn't easy either... Paimon's life is an uphill battle.
: ?
: Ororon: , Paimon... I want to thank you for your help back at the ruin.
: It was nothing.
: Just don't do anything like that ever again!
: Ororon: I won't.
: Citlali: Let's get together sometime. If Ororon really wants to thank you, he can treat us all to a tasty meal.
: Paimon: Sounds great! We'll be there!
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;(Interact with the bed)
: Paimon: If you're done for the day, we should get some rest. Paimon has a feeling we'll need it for tomorrow!
: Yep, let's rest.
:;(Continue to section below)
: I have something else to do.
:: Paimon: Alright, let's take care of that first, then.
;(After selecting the option to rest)
:
: Citlali: You ready?
: Xilonen: Yep... Let's go meet the Lord of the Night.
:;(They visit the Lord of the Night)
: Citlali: So, this is where you heard the Lord of the Night? Guess that means she really has awakened...
: Citlali: Hopefully we made it before she falls asleep again.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Fret not, I'm still here. For a weak lifeform, falling asleep is no less taxing an exercise than staying awake.
: Xilonen: I'm sorry for disturbing your rest, but there's something we didn't have the chance to ask you earlier. We need to forge a new Ancient name for the Traveler.
: Xilonen: But, we ran into a problem. 's not from Natlan, so there are no records of in the Night Kingdom.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: I see. Mavuika must hold in high regard.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: It would seem the two of you are not simply here on her orders. So, what say you? Do you believe this traveler to be deserving?
: Xilonen: ...
: Citlali: ...
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Speak your mind — there are no others here. You are both my children, both children of Natlan. I would hear your opinions on the matter.
: Xilonen: is special. saved Kachina and devoted to helping us avert this disaster. Natlan owes a debt.
: Xilonen: But, that debt has not been repaid. With an Ancient Name, we can at least guarantee safety.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Even though that guarantee will come at the cost of your own life?
: Xilonen: Yes.
: Citlali: So, it's true. Forging an Ancient Name consumes the life of the craftsman...
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Forging an Ancient Name is an act of creation. It involves taking disparate concepts throughout the Night Kingdom and condensing them into a heroic epic.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: But, it takes time for the new concept to be integrated into that realm. If the Ancient Name is like a seed, then the life of the craftsman is the outer shell, serving as its protection.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Once that process is complete, the seed will sprout, and having served its purpose, the outer shell will gradually disappear.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Forging an Ancient Name is no easy task, and creating one for an outlander makes it even more challenging. Still, if you're here, that means your mind is set.
: Xilonen: Yes. Because I believe forging this Name will be well worth it.
: Xilonen: We don't know how long we'll be able to hold back the Abyss, or what the final price of averting this disaster will be...
: Xilonen: If giving up my life means that all the people of Natlan can have a future, then the sacrifice is practically negligible.
: Xilonen: Even when I'm staring death in the face, I don't think I'll regret this decision. I bear the name "." This is a part of my duty.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: I understand. The chance may be exceedingly slim, but you still want to seize it, because this could be the final step to victory.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: And you, Citlali? The anxiety you feel... It's because you saw something, yes? Something you were not meant to see...
: Citlali: So, you know about that, too...
: Xilonen: What is she talking about?
: Citlali: ...I've had concerns for a long time. Mavuika's plan needs too much time, and too many things can go wrong.
: Citlali: The Masters of the Night-Wind have a ceremony that can be used to glimpse the future. It's just... using this power on the Pyro Archon has always been seen as a taboo.
: Xilonen: And you did it anyway? Wh—What did you see?
: Citlali: Death.
: Xilonen: ...
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: A key part of Mavuika's plan is using the six heroes to release the power Xbalanque obtained from the .
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Considering its origins, the price of using that power... is death.
: Xilonen: You're saying... Mavuika is going to die in this war against the Abyss?
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Yes.
: Citlali: I can't just ignore what I saw. That's why I need the Traveler's power. I need the power of a Descender.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Don't forget, Citlali... Even if it may seem like someone is fated to die, the nature of death and fate are different.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Fate indicates what will happen in the future — the time, manner, and place are all predetermined. But, death is different. Death is a rule.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: The Ruler of Death's power will allow Mavuika to triumph over the Abyss. But, she must offer her own life in the process.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: The Ruler of Death cares little for the time and manner of a death. She simply guarantees that it will occur.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Fate may be able to influence the timing, but that is all the Traveler can change.
: Xilonen: You're saying... We might be able to change when she dies, but not the outcome?
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: I cannot help you with this, I'm afraid. It's beyond my capabilities.
: Citlali: Mavuika knows about all this, doesn't she?
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Yes. I imagine she has long accepted this eventuality.
: Citlali: Well, I can't! She's so strong! She never gives up, never rests until a problem is solved...
: Citlali: She's not the type of person to just quietly accept her death!
: Citlali: The Traveler shares that quality. That's why I think this gamble is worth it. Together, I know they can overcome the impossible, be it fate... or death.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: We shall have to wait and see, but I will curb my expectations.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: My time is running out. It is my honor to witness humanity in this moment of absolute determination.
: Citlali: We won't forget your contributions. Once we deal with the Abyss, we'll find a way to keep you alive.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Thank you for saying that, but there is nothing you can do.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: How many years of life are enough? Ten? One hundred? One thousand? Ten thousand?
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: The Night Kingdom will disappear, the humans will continue to fight against the Abyss, and in the end, all will cease to exist... When you consider all of that, extending my life is meaningless.
: Xilonen: That's what makes us different. Even if our end comes tomorrow, humanity will still do whatever it takes to survive today.
: Citlali: Exactly.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Times like these always fill me with admiration, and reinforce my commitment to the mandate I shoulder.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: My creator was right in esteeming you as special above others.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Here, this is my gift to you and an extension of my will. It can record the Traveler's experiences in this land, whether from the past or the future.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: With it, you can forge the Ancient Name you desire, and the Traveler will also become a hero forever recorded in the memory of Natlan.
: Xilonen: Thank you. We're sorry to ask this of you when your strength is already all but spent.
: Citlali: Really, thank you so much.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Your thanks are unnecessary. This is the least that an Angel can do.
: Yohualtecuhtin, Lord of the Night: Time for you to leave. It's... getting dark.
:;(Back at the Weary Inn)
: Paimon: Paimon can't sleep with all the noise outside... Forget it. Let's go check it out.
;(Approach Citlali and Xilonen)
: Paimon: Xilonen! Citlali! Is there a reason you're up so early?
: Xilonen: We went to see the Lord of the Night, and she gave us this.
: Xilonen: Like I said before... I couldn't forge your Ancient Name because there was no record of you in the Night Kingdom. But, with this, we can finally record your deeds.
: Citlali: Just keep it with you during your time in Natlan, and eventually, it'll be full of your adventures.
: Paimon: Really? Let Paimon see!
:;(Opens Pilgrim's Chronicle UI)
: Paimon: Whoa, it's the two of us! And a sun in the middle...
: Paimon: Oh, and that must be... Kachina?
: Citlali: It's not a concrete medium. It reflects the Lord of the Night's will, and shows what she wants you to see.
: Xilonen: In other words, don't worry about its form. When you want to check the contents, just take it out and have a look.
: Paimon: Sounds convenient! It's also super light, and doesn't take up too much space...
: Paimon: This is a really awesome gift!
: It didn't come at a price, right?
:: Paimon: Oh, yeah... We'd feel bad accepting something like that.
: It didn't cost a ton of Mora, right?
:: Paimon: You think the Lord of the Night wants Mora?
: Xilonen: Don't worry, you two. Like you saw yesterday, aiding humanity is the Lord of the Night's mandate.
: Xilonen: She would have willingly reconstructed Natlan's Ley Lines at the cost of her own existence. She wouldn't ask anything in return for this small thing.The words "small thing" are omitted in the spoken line.
: Citlali: Exactly... Just take it.
: Paimon: Well, if you say so, hehe...
: Kachina: Oh! Thank goodness you're here! The Abyss attacked again, and it's really bad!
: Kachina: The monsters are everywhere! We need help!
: Xilonen: So soon? We just fought them off!
: Paimon: We can figure that out later! Let's go!
:;(Obtain )
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