The Lead Starling

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
==Journal==
* The royal seneschal has been busy pondering ways in which he can ensure the girls' continued success and has concluded a leader must be appointed among them. He tells you that the Songbirds' new face is to be determined by popular vote, and that all who have played an active role in supporting the girls, including you, are eligible to vote. Depending on the number of certificates of collaboration you would like to use to cast your vote, speak with either the slight servant or the stout servant.
※Please note that you will be unable to complete this quest after the seasonal event has ended. For details, please check the Lodestone.
* After voting, report back to the royal seneschal at the Ruby Road Exchange.
* You speak with the royal seneschal who is confident that determining a leader has lent the Songbirds a new strength. The Little Ladies' Day festival, however, is still far from over, and he tells you that should you be interested in helping them further, there are still plenty of rice cakes that need handing out.
==Objectives==
* Hand your certificates of collaboration to either the slight servant or the stout servant.
* Report to the royal seneschal.
==Script==
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Butler 	Good evening/Good morning/Good afternoon/Good evening, adventurer! Your timing couldn't be better! As it so happens, I have one last favor to ask of you.
Butler 	While the Songbirds have made a name for themselves on the streets of Ul'dah, I fear our current strategy of handing out sweets and flyers may not be enough to propel them towards their ultimate goal.
Butler 	Instead, what they need is a leader─someone charismatic who, like glue, will hold the group together even through the worst of times. To this end, I've decided to hold a vote on who would best represent them as a whole.
Butler 	All votes except yours are in, and it looks to be a close competition─so close, in fact, that your one vote may end up being the one to decide it all! Choose carefully, [Player Name], and take our Songbirds to new heights!
Butler 	The certificates of collaboration you have received will identify you as one of our contributors. Please hand them to either the slight gentleman over there or the stout fellow beside him, and tell them who it is you believe to be most worthy of being crowned leader.
Butler 	Please hand your certificates of collaboration to either the slender gentleman just over there or the stout fellow beside him.
 	
Attendanta02223 	Ah, our last voter has finally arrived! Before we begin, might I mention that should you use twenty certificates on this vote, your Songbird of choice may have a higher chance of winning. Even so, if you wish to proceed with only one, I shall be happy to accept your certificate.
 	
Attendanta02223 	You mean to say you are not currently in possession of any certificates of collaboration? Hm... Do you spy the hefty man beside the royal seneschal? He should be handing some out, so might I suggest you go and speak with him?
Ulala 	You mean to say that I'm the leader!? Am I surprised? O–Of course, not! After all, it is my destiny to become the number one songstress in Eorzea!
Ulala 	...And though destiny it may be, I would like to thank you for your support, [Player Name]. It takes a very special kind of person to believe in another's dreams. Not only did you believe in mine but you also provided me with a stepping-stone towards them.
Ulala 	Rest assured I won't be squandering this wonderful opportunity! In fact, it shouldn't be long before the Songbirds are performing on stages throughout the realm, so sit tight and behold the magic yet to come!
Narumi 	I–I'm the new leader of the Songbirds!? I–It's such a huge responsibility─one I'm not entirely sure I'm ready to accept─but I owe it to you and everyone else who has voted for me to rise to the challenge.
Narumi 	I am aware that I still have much to learn, but my team has put their faith in me. For their sakes as much as mine, I must ensure the Songbirds' success. I intend to aim for the skies and, in time, have even the sparrows gathering along the rooftops to tweet along to our tunes.
Narumi 	In fact, I'll work so hard that wherever you may go, you will be sure to hear our name in whispered rumors, and see our achievements in portraits plastered on walls. No corner of Eorzea will be left untouched─that way you'll never forget us!
Masha Mhakaracca	Me, the leader!? Are you sure? I–I hardly dare believe it. While there's no denying a part of me is apprehensive, if there's anything I learned from being a part of the Songbirds, it's that I need to start trusting in my own abilities.
Masha Mhakaracca	I will show our fans that their faith in me is not misplaced, and that nothing will stop the Songbirds from rising above and beyond all expectations! With Narumi and Ulala at my side, what could go possibly wrong?
Masha Mhakaracca	Thank you again, [Player Name]. With all that you've done for us, I'm in no position to ask for favors, but if you could just promise me one thing─when you find the time between your extraordinary adventures, you'll come visit us won't you?
Attendantb02223 	I see that not only have you decided on who you would like to vote for, but you're also willing to do so with twenty of your certificates of collaboration! My, won't she be pleased to know she has such an avid supporter in you!
Attendanta02223 	Have you misplaced your certificates of collaboration? Or forgotten them, perhaps? No matter! The tall man just over yonder should have what you're looking for, milady/milord.
Ulala 	You mean to say that I'm the leader!? Am I surprised? O–Of course, not! After all it is my destiny to become Eorzea's number one songstress!
Ulala 	...And though destiny it may be, I would like to thank you for your support, [Player Name]. As often as I come across as overconfident, I know deep down that dreams are fragile things, easily shattered in but a moment's oversight.
Ulala 	I can't tell you how happy I was, watching as you pulled in one person after another until we had crowds─actual crowds, [Player Name]─coming and chanting our names. You gave us strength when we needed it most and there is no greater gift than that.
Ulala 	But enough of that! The reason you love me is for my unshakable confidence and wily charm! Now that I'm here to stay, you'll most certainly be seeing even more of it.
Ulala 	[Player Name], never in history has anyone made a finer choice than the one you've made today! You're leaving the Songbirds in good hands. With me leading the way, we'll be unstoppable!
Narumi 	I–I'm the new leader of the Songbirds!? I–It's such a huge responsibility─one I'm not entirely sure I'm ready to accept─but I owe it to you and everyone else who has voted for me to rise to the challenge.
Narumi 	Being a part of the Songbirds has taught me that with good friends anything is possible! Having always been so shy, I could never have imagined that the very stages that once terrified me would bring with them such joy.
Narumi 	The beaming faces of the people as they watched us sing and dance filled me with a happiness I had never before experienced. And all that was possible because I had Masha, Ulala...and most of all you, [Player Name], standing at my side.
Narumi 	You helped us through our most trying times, and now your steadfast support has lit our path forward. I can only hope in the suns and even moons that lie ahead, your spirit will continue to guide us.
Narumi 	I promise to do you proud. I'll work so hard that wherever you may go, you'll be sure to hear our name in whispered rumors, and see our achievements in portraits plastered on walls. No corner of Eorzea will be left untouched─that way you'll never be able to forget us, even if you tried!
Masha Mhakaracca	Me, the leader!? Are you quite sure? I–I hardly dare believe it.
Masha Mhakaracca	I–I apologize. I have nothing prepared and I've never been one for sentimentality or speeches, as that's more Ulala's specialty...but as my pumpkin-headed sister might say, “Cor! This is amazing!”
Masha Mhakaracca	Not even in my wildest dreams had I thought I would be appointed leader, much less by an esteemed adventurer such as yourself. Thank you, [Player Name].
Masha Mhakaracca	I'll take us far beyond where the stars reach, to where the peaks of the musical heavens lie, and you'll once again be hearing the name “the Songbirds.”
Masha Mhakaracca	...And when that day comes, you'll be sure to visit and share tales of your extraordinary adventures with us, won't you? Even were we to conquer all of Eorzea with our singing and dancing, it'd be an empty victory if we couldn't share it with you!
 	
Butler 	With a new leader in place, there is nothing holding the Songbirds back from achieving their goals.
Butler 	As a matter of fact, they're already well on their way. If you haven't heard, the Mythril Eye contacted us, saying they'd like to run a feature article on the girls!
Butler 	With such exposure, it won't be long until they find themselves performing all across Eorzea. However, until that great day is upon us, we need continue forging onward and upward!
Butler 	Thank you again, adventurer! A better friend than you we could not have found, and even after you're gone, you will remain with us every step of the way to the top. Having said that, my staff has just finished roasting more rice cakes. Should you be interested in further helping the Songbirds, you know where to find us!
Attendanta02223 	（★未使用／削除予定★）
 	
Attendanta02223 	（★未使用／削除予定★）
 	
Attendantb02223 	（★未使用／削除予定★）
 	
Attendanta02223 	（★未使用／削除予定★）
Quest complete. 	Quest complete.
Category:Little Ladies' Day Events Quests