Duty and the Beast

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
==Journal==
* Before he will share his latest findings regarding Mythril Heart with you, Broken Mountain asks you to accompany Curious Gorge to the Coerthas central highlands and slay a fearsome beast. Though it appears to be unrelated to his research, Broken Mountain assures you that this request is of the utmost importance. Rendezvous with him at the Weeping Saint and see the deed done.
* While defending his brother from the beast's sudden attack, Curious Gorge succumbs to his inner beast, and you have no choice but to subdue him. As you land your final blow, your own inner beast rouses from its slumber with such ferocity that you lose consciousness momentarily. Afterwards, Broken Mountain forbids his brother from assisting you further in your quest, for fear of him losing control again. Though clearly distressed, Curious Gorge accepts his brother's judgment. Rest and visit Broken Mountain in Camp Bronze Lake when you are ready to continue your conversation.
* Merely recalling your duel with Curious Gorge causes your inner beast to stir─a revelation which leads Broken Mountain to remember a passage he came across in his research: “Only the flames of animosity may temper a warrior's soul.” He interprets this to mean that the inner beast stirs when a warrior faces an opponent who pushes him to surpass his physical and mental limits, and that only in that moment can he attain mastery of new techniques. Believing this to be the means by which the heroes of eld achieved their legendary feats, he implores you to challenge yourself as they did.※The next warrior quest will be available from Broken Mountain upon reaching level 54.
==Objectives==
* Speak with Broken Mountain at the Weeping Saint.
* Speak with Broken Mountain.
==Script==
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Broken Mountain	I can tell you have not neglected your training, [Player Name], which is good. I have continued my research into the tales of Mythril Heart and his legendary feats, and I believe I've come across a passage which may guide your next step.
Broken Mountain	Before I share my findings with you, however, there is...another matter of pressing importance that must be resolved before we continue...
Broken Mountain	A ferocious beast has been sighted near the Weeping Saint in the Coerthas central highlands, and I would have you, me, and my brother go and slay it, as it poses a threat to any who venture nearby. I realize that this may seem like a trivial matter, but I assure you that it is of the utmost importance.
 	
Curious Gorge 	What is he thinking, asking us to deal with such a trivial matter at a time like this?
 	
Curious Gorge 	I can't...resist...
Broken Mountain	Thank the Twelve you made it! The beast caught us unawares. My brother leapt to my defense and slew it, but in that moment...
Broken Mountain	He was overcome by his inner beast, as before in Wineport!
Broken Mountain	I knew it was folly to bring him here. I beg of you, stop him before he hurts himself!
 	
Broken Mountain	[Player Name]! Speak to me!
Broken Mountain	Thank the gods you're awake. When your final blow landed, you and my brother both collapsed. What happened, [Player Name]? Do you remember anything?
Broken Mountain	Your inner beast lashed out as if trying to escape!?
Broken Mountain	I see... The lingering numbness is likely your body recovering from the shock. Otherwise, you appear to be unharmed and in full control of your faculties.
Curious Gorge 	I owe you an apology, [Player Name]. Once again I lost control...
Broken Mountain	I have already tended to my brother's wounds. You needn't worry.
Broken Mountain	Alas, as I suspected, my brother yet lacks the strength to control his inner beast. As you may have guessed, I called you both here to see if my fears were unfounded.
Curious Gorge 	I did not wish to give you cause to worry, Brother, but...when the beast stirs, my mind grows clouded, and my will falters...
Curious Gorge 	Or perhaps I remained silent to avoid facing the bitter truth: who would trust a protector that could turn on them at any moment?
Broken Mountain	It pains me to do this, but I cannot allow you to accompany [Player Name] any longer. The risk is far too great to you both.
Broken Mountain	Mayhap it is best we continue this conversation in the safety of Camp Bronze Lake.
Curious Gorge 	Godsdammit! [Player Name], you've...you've grown so much stronger...while I've hardly grown at all.
Curious Gorge 	Show Eorzea what it means to be a true warrior. I know...I know you can.
 	
Curious Gorge 	Go on without me, [Player Name]. I will burden you no longer.
Broken Mountain	So, my brother has been in a dour mood ever since we returned from the Weeping Saint? Well, that is only natural given his lack of progress─and it may be for the best.
Broken Mountain	The teachings of our people are too dangerous for those who lack control. That is why I chose to focus my studies on how to tame the inner beast.
Broken Mountain	For the sake of my brother, I wanted naught more than to solve this dilemma...but then fate intervened, and I stumbled upon the tales of Mythril Heart.
Broken Mountain	But mayhap we need not forsake one pursuit for the other, though. In seeking the techniques of eld, we may discover the reason why you can hold the beast in check so easily while my brother and I fumble about like children.
Broken Mountain	However, I am still concerned about what you told me before─about your inner beast lashing out during your duel with my brother. Can you tell me of that once more?
Broken Mountain	Simply recalling the duel rouses your inner beast from its slumber!? Wait─it all makes sense.
Broken Mountain	“Only the flames of animosity may temper a warrior's soul.” I came across these words in a passage, and I did not understand their meaning until now.
Broken Mountain	The inner beast stirs when we face an opponent who pushes us to surpass our physical and mental limits. Only in that moment can we attain mastery of new techniques.
Broken Mountain	This must be how the heroes of eld like Mythril Heart became such legends! They traveled the realm, testing their mettle against the fiercest foes they could find. Your path is clear, then, [Player Name]: you must challenge yourself as they did. You must grow stronger and hone your skills to new heights!
Quest complete.	Quest complete.
Category:Disciple of War Job Quests in Final Fantasy XIV
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