A Test of Courage

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
==Journal==
* Kabuto has every intention of rescuing Tsukumo, but he cannot do it alone. First, he must enlist the aid of his fellow Kojin. As he musters the courage to do so, he asks you to accompany him in case he should falter.※Please note that the difficulty of this quest has been synced to your current level. Furthermore, you may not proceed with a class or job that is different from when you accepted this quest.
* One of Kabuto's brothers agrees to help much to his surprise. Though only a small success, it gives him courage. So much so, he asks you to wait with Bunchin while he takes on the monumental task of speaking with all the Kojin of Tamamizu.
* Kabuto has done his due diligence and spoken with all his brothers. All that remains is to wait. Then wait. Then wait a while longer. Just as he was beginning to lose hope, the other members of the Divine Circle arrive. They each have taken steps to prepare for the upcoming battle, and their remaining brothers are all at the ready outside of Tamamizu. It is time for battle, and so Kabuto bids you follow him to the Dive.
* The plan to distract the Red Kojin about the island was a success. The entrance is unguarded, and Kabuto is prepared to rush inside.
* Together you and Kabuto fight your way through to the Air of the Opulent and at last find Tsukumo held captive by Hirumaki. A duel ensues, and the ringing of steel against steel is deafening. Alas, Kabuto appears to be no match for Hirumaki. The red-shelled swordsman prepares to deliver the finishing blow when Tsukumo struggles to speak. He offers a few words of encouragement before growing still, and Kabuto realizes at once what has happened. He then finds the strength to strike one last time. Hirumaki collapses to the ground, but Kabuto follows shortly after. With the general defeated, the other Blue Kojin carry the unmoving Tsukumo and Kabuto back to Tamamizu.
* Tsukumo is no more. The doll sits silently on an altar in the treasure vault when Shihoumi arrives to examine it. Kabuto's hopes of saving Tsukumo are dashed, however, when she tells him there is nothing she can do. Feeling defeated, Kabuto casts a sullen look at the altar and notices a peculiar gem on the ground. Shihoumi is quick to identify it as materia, and wastes no time affixing it to Kabuto's helmet. Taking the materia as a parting gift, he vows to honor Tsukumo's memory by redoubling his efforts to serve the Divine Circle.
==Objectives==
* Speak with Kabuto.
* Wait for Kabuto to return.
* Speak with Kabuto at the Dive.
* Speak with Kabuto at Tamamizu.
==Script==
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Kabuto 	I'm afraid you've arrived early, [Player Name]. There is still much to do before preparations are complete.
Kabuto 	Yet I cannot stop thinking about Tsukumo's capture. Why strike in Kugane rather than here in Tamamizu? There is little we could have done to stop them had they tried.
Kabuto 	Unless... What if this was not the work of the Red as a whole, but a plot by Hirumaki to satisfy his own greed?
Kabuto 	Defeating him would be the key to rescuing Tsukumo.
Kabuto 	The problem, however, is he is always so heavily guarded.
Kabuto 	Our plans and preparation will all be for nothing unless they can be drawn away.
Kabuto 	As ever your aid is greatly appreciated.
Kabuto 	Nevertheless, we cannot deny their numbers. Sheer strength alone will not grant us victory.
Kabuto 	The other members of the Divine Circle intend to create a distraction to draw them away, but even then we are still outmatched.
Kabuto 	<sigh> How am I to sway my brothers to join us? Even the mere mention of the Isle of Zekki is enough to turn them away.
Kabuto 	My actions...? Ah, like the Qestir of the Azim Steppe.
Kabuto 	Hmmm. That sounds like what Tsukumo would do. He always had a way with words.
Kabuto 	If that is what you believe, then I suppose it is worth a try.
Kabuto 	Erm... Would you be willing to accompany me? Not to speak with everyone, of course. Only until I've gained my nerve.
 	
Volunteer02977 	Aren't you the one aiding the Divine Circle in their search for treasure? You've done fine work for the Blue. Yes, fine work indeed.
Kabuto 	Ah, [Player Name]. Your presence is greatly appreciated. Ahem. Now then.
Volunteer02977 	Are you well, Kabuto? It's rather unlike you to call on anyone for help. I suppose next Makura will tell us the striped rays are drowning.
Kabuto 	Tsukumo has been taken by the Red, and I mean to rescue him.
Volunteer02977 	So it is true! I had hoped it was only a rumor. But what are we to do? We are not fighters, Kabuto. You would be leading turtles to slaughter.
Kabuto 	I realize that, which is why I will not ask you to fight. But I do have a plan that requires your help.
Kabuto 	You are perhaps the greatest swimmer the Ruby Sea has ever known, and your knowledge of its currents is unmatched. That is why I would ask you to lead their soldiers on a chase─distract them that I might do battle with their leader alone.
Volunteer02977 	A chase, you say? Hmmm. It should be simple enough to drag those sea slugs through the waves. It might even prove fun.
Volunteer02977 	Very well. Give me time to prepare and you will have your diversion.
Kabuto 	He listened. He listened and agreed to help! No doubt your presence helped to convince him.
Kabuto 	But I cannot ask you to be present for everyone. Wait with the elder while I speak with the others.
Bunchin 	Kabuto has taken to recruiting our brothers for his attack on the Isle of Zekki? It seems he has learned much from his time away from Tamamizu.
Kabuto 	I never realized talking could be so tiresome.
Bunchin 	I take it you have spoken with everyone, then. Fear not. Your cause is just, and from what [Player Name] has told me, your plan is sound.
Bunchin 	We need only wait for the others to assemble.
Kabuto 	It would seem my words have fallen on deaf ears. Come, [Player Name]. We must save Tsukumo on our own.
Bunchin 	You are too quick to judge your brothers, Kabuto. Take another look.
Makura 	Sorry to keep you waiting. I thought it prudent we have proper weapons should we be forced to confront the Red, so I made a short trip to visit the Qestir.
Kabuto 	You traveled all the way to Reunion for weapons!?
Shikitahe 	I paid a visit to the forge in Kugane, and the young smith─Shihoumi, I believe is her name─insisted she be brought here to prepare for Tsukumo's return. She seemed quite adamant about seeing to his repairs.
Kabuto 	Shihoumi! I had nearly forgotten. I know not how to repay you.
Zukin 	When a brother is in need, we help. It's as simple as that.
Makura 	Just so. In fact, you'll find more of our brothers are waiting for you outside. Everyone is prepared to do their part to see Tsukumo returned safely.
Zukin 	Which is why I scouted ahead, lest we have any unwanted surprises. I overheard the soldiers on watch speaking of Hirumaki.
Zukin 	They say he's been gloating over his latest plunder, keeping it on display at the Air of the Opulent. It has to be Tsukumo.
Kabuto 	Then I know where I must go.
Kabuto 	As I mentioned before, your task will be to circle about the island and draw the attention of as many soldiers as you can.
Kabuto 	While they're distracted, [Player Name] and I will sneak onto the island through the Dive.
Bunchin 	Today we shall prove the Blue are not to be trifled with.
Kabuto 	To the Isle of Zekki!
 	
Bunchin 	You needn't worry about me. I may be old, but with age comes great wisdom. I know enough of battle to handle myself in the field.
Kabuto 	You're here. Good. Everyone is in position.
Kabuto 	When we reach the Air of the Opulent, I will see to Hirumaki while you retrieve Tsukumo.
Kabuto 	Are you ready?
 	
Kabuto 	There! It's Hirumaki, and he has Tsukumo!
Shikitahe 	The soldiers are all taking to the water. Now is your chance.
Kabuto 	Thank you. All of you. I promise this opportunity will not be wasted.
Kabuto 	Fall back and join the others. [Player Name] will handle the rest.
Makura 	Understood. Good luck, and may the kami keep you safe.
Zukin 	We have faith in you, Kabuto.
Hirumaki 	So you've come after all. Shaugi, why don't you entertain our guests?
Syagi 	With pleasure.
Kabuto 	Come, [Player Name]. He stands no chance against the both of us.
 	
Hirumaki 	I've had enough of your meddling! I will rip your heads from your shoulders and mount them on the walls of the vault!
Kabuto 	Hurry, [Player Name]. See to Tsukumo!
Kabuto 	Prepare yourself!
Hirumaki 	Is that the best you can do?
Hirumaki 	This is your last chance. Join me or die along with the rest of the Blue.
Kabuto 	Ugh...
Tsukumo 	GeT uP...
Tsukumo 	ThE oThErS...cOuNtInG oN yOu...
Tsukumo 	My WoRk...iS DoNe. FoLlOw...YoUr HeArT.
Tsukumo 	I wIlL...aLwAyS...
Kabuto 	Tsukumo!!!
Redzako02977 	General Hirumaki has fallen! Retreat! Retreat!
Bunchin 	Quickly. We must take him back to Tamamizu.
 	
Kabuto 	I apologize if I've worried you. I am fine, but there is still no change in Tsukumo.
Kabuto 	He's remained lifeless since he last spoke on the Isle of Zekki.
Kabuto 	Shihoumi. Can you repair him?
Shihoumi 	I'm sorry. There doesn't seem to be anything wrong with him, physically.
Shihoumi 	I could grant him movement, but only such as an ordinary karakuri puppet might have.
Kabuto 	Tsukumo is no ordinary puppet. He is of the divine!
Kabuto 	[Player Name]. You have dealt with matters of magic before, yes? Do you know of anything that might restore Tsukumo?
Kabuto 	How can you say that? There's still so much we've yet to do.
Kabuto 	His parting message? You say that as if his intention was to leave.
Kabuto 	What's this? Did it fall from Tsukumo's altar?
Shihoumi 	How could I have overlooked such a thing while examining him? Hmmm. It bears a striking resemblance to materia...
Shihoumi 	Of course! Materia is essentially spiritual energy in crystallized form. It was likely used to make Tsukumo's core.
Bunchin 	Are you saying it was this materia that gave him life?
Shihoumi 	Precisely. And I have an idea as to how we may still put it to use. Would you sit down for a moment?
Shihoumi 	A perfect fit.
Shihoumi 	It suits your helmet quite nicely.
Kabuto 	Thank you, Shihoumi. I will treasure it always.
Kabuto 	Tsukumo. You lent your voice when I could not find my own, your courage when I had only cowardice.
Kabuto 	Thanks to you, I now understand the strength that comes from the bonds I share with others.
Kabuto 	Before I might have thrown this materia away, but now...
Kabuto 	Now I would honor Tsukumo's memory by protecting the vault, and the allies that have helped us fill it.
Quest complete.	Quest complete.
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