A Fisherman's Friend

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker.
==Objectives==
* Speak with Matsya and have him accompany you.
* Speak with Mehrunnah while accompanied by Matsya.
* Speak with Nashreen while accompanied by Matsya.
* Speak with Bhazahma while accompanied by Matsya.
* Accompany Matsya to the pier and then speak with him.
* Speak with Thancred.
==Script==
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Khalzahl 	If foreign vessels won't come to us, why not use our own to deliver the wares to them!?
 	
Portmanager04368	It's not so simple, Khalzahl. And besides, everyone is in the same boat. Everyone.
 	
Matsya 	Um...if I may ask, what is it that you do?
Matsya 	An adventurer, you say! And you travel the world, helping people...
Matsya 	Then...that must mean you're great at dealing with strangers! Please, won't you teach me to be like you?
Matsya 	You see, I've brought some fresh fish with me─the portion I couldn't preserve─and I want to sell them.
Matsya 	The problem is, I'm terrible with people. I've ever only dealt with Khalzahl, and I can't talk to customers without getting my trunk in a twist...
Matsya 	So please...as silly as it might sound, will you not peddle the fish in my stead, and show me how it's done?
Matsya 	If you're willing, please let me know, and we can begin at once!
 	
Thancred 	Folk here are rather...business-minded, for want of a better word, but at least they are welcoming of foreigners. In ordinary times, this harbor must overflow with visitors from all over the world.
 	
Urianger 	'Tis a storehouse like any other, at first glance. Yet in contrast to its scale, there is a distinct lack of activity.
 	
Estinien 	Seeing as there's dried fish, I wondered if there might be dried squid as well...
 	
Matsya 	You'll do it, then? Show me how to deal with customers? I'm in your debt!
Matsya 	Right, please try peddling my fish to...shall we say, three people here in Yedlihmad. I will observe you and learn!
 	
Matsya 	To travel to unfamiliar places and speak with unfamiliar peoples... Your conversational skills must be astounding!
 	
Matsya 	O-Oh, did you have other things you needed to do? In that case, I'll head back to the pier for now...
 	
Matsya 	Ah, you're back! Shall we continue where we left off, then?
 	
Mehrunnah 	Hm? Yes?
 	
Mehrunnah 	Hm? Yes?
 	
Mehrunnah 	Er...I'm sure your bosom fish are very fresh, but this is rather sudden... I don't need any fish right now, so thanks but no thanks.
 	
Matsya 	N-Never mind, it never goes well the first time. I'm sure you'll fare better with the next customer!
Mehrunnah 	Greetings to you too. <sigh> I suppose I'm well enough given the circumstance...
Mehrunnah 	Things have settled down somewhat, but it was utter chaos when that tower first appeared. Everyone grabbing whatever they could, trampling over each other to get to the city...
Mehrunnah 	Many remain there for now, but I could not stay away. Had to come back─continue with my life, such as it is.
Mehrunnah 	Whether or not it was the right choice...only time will tell.
 	
Mehrunnah 	Well, I make sure to keep well clear of the tower. And when more monsters emerge from it, I heed the Radiant Host's instructions.
Mehrunnah 	No place safer than the city, of course, but if everyone up and left, what would happen to Yedlihmad? Dangerous though it may be, I'll keep doing what I've always done, to the extent I can.
 	
Mehrunnah 	Oh, trust me, I don't. I make sure to keep well clear of the tower, and when more monsters emerge from it, I heed the Radiant Host's instructions.
Mehrunnah 	I hope they deal with it soon so we can get back to our normal lives. To the days when you could earn as much as you gave, and tuck into a meal satisfied that you did good work...
 	
Mehrunnah 	What do you do for a living, if you don't mind me asking?
Mehrunnah 	Well now, a fishmonger! Do you have your goods with you? If so, I'd like to buy some.
Mehrunnah 	Like me, you're doing your part to keep things normal. I respect that.
Matsya 	Th-Thank you for your custom! The catch of the day is shallows cod─delectable stewed in coconut milk, or baked with a sprinkle of salt.
 	
Mehrunnah 	You too, friend. And best of luck to us both.
 	
Matsya 	N-Never mind. Sale or no, the way you established a rapport was very enlightening. Come, let's find another potential customer!
Mehrunnah 	Hm? Fresh fish, you say?
Mehrunnah 	Ohhh, you're a fishmonger!
Mehrunnah 	Heh, when you bait me like that, how can I not bite? Very well, give me some of your fish!
Matsya 	Th-Thank you for your custom! The catch of the day is shallows cod─delectable stewed in coconut milk, or baked with a sprinkle of salt.
 	
Matsya 	That you should make a sale on the first attempt... I've learned a lot already, and I hope to learn more still!
Matsya 	That was just the first person, so not to worry. We still have plenty of opportunities.
 	
Nashreen 	Hm? A hawker, are you?
 	
Nashreen 	A hawker, are you? Do you sell fruit, by chance?
Nashreen 	If so, I want to buy some amra. Let's say a dozen. They don't need to be export quality.
 	
Nashreen 	Um...no? As I said, it's amra that I want. If I wanted fish, I would've asked for it!
 	
Matsya 	Oh well... If it's not what they want, then there's no point forcing it. Let's move on to the north side of town, shall we?
Nashreen 	Why, for eating, of course! It may seem like a lot, but of late, I go through that much in no time at all.
Nashreen 	I am a stocktaker by trade, but with no vessels coming these days, the wares are beginning to pile up.
Nashreen 	By the same token, nothing is coming in from overseas. But not a day goes by that someone doesn't come asking when the next shipment is arriving for this and that and this and that...
Nashreen 	All of it wears me down, and I find myself feeling constantly hungry...
 	
Nashreen 	You know, when I think on it, I'm not so sure...
Nashreen 	Rather than hungry, perhaps I've been feeling...unfulfilled? And I try to fill the void by gorging on food I like.
 	
Nashreen 	Thank you. A pity you don't sell fruit, but I enjoyed our little chat! It took my mind off my troubles for a moment.
 	
Matsya 	N-Never mind. If nothing else, you left her with a positive impression. Let's move on to the north side of town, shall we?
Nashreen 	Heh, I'll try not to, thank you. Perhaps it's for the best you don't sell fruit. Still, I enjoyed our chat. It took my mind off my troubles for a moment.
 	
Matsya 	N-Never mind. If nothing else, you left her with a positive impression. Let's move on to the north side of town, shall we?
Nashreen 	Fish? I do like fish, as a matter of fact. Why do you ask?
Nashreen 	Oh, so you're a fishmonger! Apologies for the misunderstanding!
Nashreen 	Hmm... Seeing as you're here, do you happen to have Akyaali sardine? They're perfect in a spicy soup.
Matsya 	We certainly do, madam! And if you like it spicy, I also recommend them pickled in oil with a generous amount of chilies.
Nashreen 	Oh, that does sound like a wonderful challenge! I didn't have fish in mind at first, but I daresay I'll enjoy these. Thank you!
 	
Matsya 	We're doing great so far... Dare I hope that we can make it three of three?
Matsya 	Not a bad result so far... Let's see if we can finish on a high note!
Matsya 	Don't lose heart yet. We'll sell something to the next person, I'm sure of it!
 	
Bhazahma 	Hm? What is it?
 	
Bhazahma 	What is it? If you don't mind, I'm rather busy.
Bhazahma 	Ohhh gods, my stomach... Ungh...
Bhazahma 	Aether sickness? No, no, nothing so unusual. In my hurry to get back to work, I just ate a little too quickly...
 	
Bhazahma 	Ugh, food is the last thing I need right now... Go and sell your fish to someone else!
 	
Matsya 	N-Never mind, we just approached him at a bad time─and timing is everything, yes?
Matsya 	Thank you so much for your demonstration─it was a truly eye-opening experience. Come, let us return to the pier.
Bhazahma 	Would that I could, but I can't afford to be idle. Like as not, circumstances will surely get worse before they get better.
Bhazahma 	And so I'm working as hard as I can while I still can, the better to be prepared.
 	
Bhazahma 	W-Well, it's not like I'm trying to impress anyone...
Bhazahma 	Now, if you'll excuse me, I must be getting back to work. Take care.
 	
Matsya 	T-Too bad we couldn't make a sale, but we did manage to build something of a relationship...?
Matsya 	Thank you so much for your demonstration─it was a truly eye-opening experience. Come, let us return to the pier.
Bhazahma 	By stockpiling supplies. For that, I need to earn coin so I can buy food, medicine, what have you.
 	
Bhazahma 	Aye, well, fish wouldn't be bad, but I don't want to go through the hassle of preserving them myself. I'd rather buy stuff that's ready to store.
Bhazahma 	So I'm afraid I'll have to pass on your fish. Now, if you'll excuse me, I must be getting back to work.
 	
Matsya 	T-Too bad we couldn't make a sale, but we did manage to build something of a relationship...?
Matsya 	Thank you so much for your demonstration─it was a truly eye-opening experience. Come, let us return to the pier.
Matsya 	Oh, er...we do have some dried products too─Thavnairian cucumber and puff-paya fish.
Matsya 	They're the last of the batch, so if you're interested, you can have them for a discount.
Bhazahma 	Truly!? By all means, I'll take them all!
 	
Matsya 	Heh heh, you remembered what I told you earlier─that I preserve what I catch. Which serves to show the importance of being attentive!
Matsya 	Thank you so much for your demonstration─it was a truly eye-opening experience. Come, let us return to the pier.
 	
Matsya 	Come, let us return to the pier. I wish to thank you properly for your kind help.
 	
Matsya 	Th-Thank you so much for showing me how to talk to customers.
Matsya 	You managed to sell to everyone you approached. Any merchant in Radz–at–Han would be envious of your success!
Matsya 	Watching you at work was truly inspiring! By applying the lessons I've learned, I hope to one day peddle as well as you!
Matsya 	You managed to sell to two of the three people you approached. Adventurers do indeed have great conversational skills!
Matsya 	Watching you at work was very enlightening. By applying the lessons I've learned, I hope to one day peddle as well as you!
Matsya 	You managed to sell to one of the three people you approached. It was difficult, but when you put your mind to it, you succeeded.
Matsya 	Though you did fail too...but there are lessons to be learned in both success and failure! By applying yours, I'll endeavor to become a better peddler.
Matsya 	Though you didn't manage to sell any fish in the end...but the way you fearlessly approached strangers gave me much courage!
Matsya 	When I peddle my wares, I'll remember your example and endeavor to be fearless too.
Matsya 	Still...there's only so much I can do alone. I hope that things will return to normal for Khalzahl soon...
Khalzahl 	I thought I heard a familiar voice, and who should it be but Matsya...
Matsya 	Khalzahl! H-Have you finished your business at the guild?
Khalzahl 	So you were there too...
Khalzahl 	Forgive me... Try as I might, I can't find any buyers.
Khalzahl 	With no ships coming in and hardly any going out, there simply aren't any options. At this rate...
Matsya 	So...you can't buy my fish anymore?
Khalzahl 	I'm sorry, Matsya. I truly am. But for now, you must peddle your own goods.
Matsya 	But...by myself, I can't...
Khalzahl 	I want to help you, I do. But as it stands, I can barely help myself.
Khalzahl 	I've poured my all into the consortium, and I'll be damned if I let it fall apart. I've friends and families depending on me, and I can't─I won't─fail them. The Sisters as my witness.
Matsya 	Khalzahl...
Matsya 	N-Not to worry. Using what I've learned from you, I'm sure I'll manage...somehow.
Matsya 	Well, I had best return to my village. My thanks again, and please take care on the road.
 	
Urianger 	Mayhap owing to the island's small size, the tower's impact upon the people's lives doth appear more pronounced here than in Eorzea.
 	
Estinien 	There you are. Gotten over the aether sickness, have you?
 	
Thancred 	I see you've been busy. Managed to learn a tidbit or two, I trust?
Thancred 	I see... We also heard that the tower is affecting many locals' livelihoods, but to think that it would be to such an extent...
Thancred 	For another notable─if not wholly unexpected─discovery, disappearances and kidnappings are disturbingly commonplace.
Thancred 	As before, the culprits are almost certainly tempered imperial soldiers.
Thancred 	And as before, they mean to use the faith of their hapless thralls to call forth a lunar primal. Business as usual for the Telophoroi.
Quest complete. 	Quest complete.
Category:Endwalker Main Scenario Quests in Final Fantasy XIV