Duty, Honor, Country

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.
==Journal==
* Having sworn you to secrecy, Momodi reveals that the royal crown has been stolen. According to her, if the theft were to be made public, it would tarnish the sultana's reputation. She suspects that the missive which Fufulupa found amongst Baldewyn's possessions was written by the perpetrators of this crime. Momodi bids you bear the letter to its intended recipient, Owyne of the Sultansworn, and offer your assistance.
* Owyne confirms that the letter is a ransom note from the thieves, stating their demands for the return of the crown. Believing there to be no other way, the guilt-ridden Sultansworn decides to give the criminals what they want. Rendezvous with him at the Unholy Heir in central Thanalan and ensure the exchange goes as planned.
* Having taken receipt of their payment, the thieves rather predictably attempt to murder you, but with the aid of Papashan and a band of Sultansworn, you defeat them.
* After the Sultansworn leave, you find yourself alone with the masked mage who orchestrated the theft, and another battle ensues. Fortunately, Thancred comes to your aid, and together you emerge triumphant. Though the motives of this “Ascian” remain a mystery, his schemes now lie in ruin. Return to the Heart of the Sworn and find out if the Sultansworn have recovered the crown.
* The sultana visits the Heart of the Sworn to thank you personally for helping to recover the crown, and to request your presence at the forthcoming banquet as her guest of honor. Though her gesture leaves you speechless, you gather your composure and accept, already looking forward to your next meeting.
==Objectives==
* Deliver the letter to Owyne.
* Rendezvous with Owyne at the Unholy Heir.
* Speak with Papashan in the Heart of the Sworn.
==Script==
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Momodi 	Can I count on your discretion, [Player Name]? If so, then listen closely...
Momodi 	The outside world believes Ul'dah to be a sultanate, ruled by Sultana Nanamo Ul Namo. Truth is, though, it's the six wealthiest citizens that hold the most sway─the Syndicate.
Momodi 	Be that as it may, the sultana's still got the support of the people...
Momodi 	But she might struggle to keep even that if a certain incident becomes public knowledge.
Momodi 	It pains me to say it, but Her Grace's crown, the symbol of the royal dynasty, has been stolen.
Momodi 	And Owyne...Owyne's the Sultansworn who was charged with guardin' it that night.
Momodi 	I'd bet anythin' this letter was written by the bastards who made off with the crown.
Momodi 	It can't be a coincidence that a man we know to have been fraternizin' with thieves had a letter for Owyne of all people, at this of all times.
Momodi 	You need to take this to the man himself, [Player Name]. Tell him Momodi sent you, and that it concerns a lost heirloom.
Momodi 	If it looks as though the fellow needs help, I want you to lend it to him. The future of our fair city may depend on it.
Sultansworma 	The Heart of the Sworn lies beyond. State your business.
Sultansworma 	...Pardon? Did you say a lost heirloom? Ahem. Proceed.
Sultansworma 	What are you playing at, adventurer? Did Momodi truly send you? If this is some sort of prank, there will be consequences!
 	
Owyne 	Well met, adventurer. What business brings you here this day?
Owyne 	...A letter? Very well, let's see it.
Owyne 	...Have you read this, adventurer?
Owyne 	I see. But you have some inkling as to its contents, I think.
Owyne 	Mistress Momodi has doubtless explained to you the significance of the crown, and what its loss could mean for Her Grace the sultana... <sigh> This theft shames the Sultansworn─and me most of all.
Owyne 	The blame is mine, you see. I grew lax in my duties, and in a moment of carelessness...
Owyne 	No, it will do no good to recount the tale now.
Since the hour of the theft, we've searched frantically for any signs, any whispers as to the whereabouts of the crown. We have found nothing.
Owyne 	The identity of the thieves, and their motives, seemed fated to remain a mystery─until you arrived, bearing this ransom note.
Owyne 	In it, the criminals state their price for the return of Her Grace's crown.
Owyne 	And though it pains me to say it, I fear I have no choice but to acquiesce to their demands. Too much is at stake to do otherwise. The crown symbolizes Her Grace's birthright, and identifies her as the custodian of the Ul legacy. It must be recovered.
Owyne 	I will travel to the Unholy Heir and pay them their ransom.
Owyne 	Though I am not foolish enough to meet these men alone as they stipulate, I dare not bring a host of my comrades lest the thieves take fright. Friend─would you consent to be present for the exchange?
Owyne 	Mistress Momodi has always spoken of you in the most glowing terms, and I have never yet had reason to question her judgment.
Owyne 	On behalf of all those still loyal to the sultana, I beseech you─help us in our hour of need.
 	
Owyne 	Pray meet me at the Unholy Heir in central Thanalan, east of Black Brush Station. If the gods are good, the exchange will proceed without incident...
 	
Owyne 	I've come as agreed! Now, show me the crown!
Garibald 	Aye, you'll have your precious crown─once we've been duly compensated.
Owyne 	Do you think me a fool!? What assurance have I that you will honor your part of the agreement?
Garibald 	Now, now, Owyne...you're the least trustworthy man here. Not only was the crown stolen on your watch, but it looks to me as if you've violated the terms of our exchange. Did we not say that you were to come alone?
Garibald 	And given that you are not alone, what guarantee have we that there isn't a company of archers surrounding us even as we speak, ready to feather me and my men the moment they catch a glimpse of the crown?
Garibald 	You have made mock of our trust. The deal is off.
Owyne 	Wait! Here's your payment, as promised!
Garibald 	<sniff> <sniff> ...Aye, 'tis the real thing.
Garibald 	Ahahaha! A thousand thanks to you, boy! You've succeeded where scores of thieves have failed!
Garibald 	And now, at long last, we have it! The power to create an army of undying soldiers─The Traders' Spurn!
Owyne 	No...no, it can't be! What have I done!?
Garibald 	Surely you must have wondered what it was that you were handing over─what it was that seemed as valuable to us as the crown seemed to you? Or did you assume we were feeling charitable?
Garibald 	Ah, but you must feel terrible, knowing that you've brought us the doom of Sil'dih. Worry not, boy─we'll grant you a quick death and spare you further ignominy.
Owyne 	There's too many, [Player Name]! Run! Run while you still can! I...I will do my duty.
Papashan 	It's your duty to serve the sultana, lad─and you'll be doing it for a good while yet!
Papashan 	Sultansworn! Put these thieves to the sword and secure the crown!
Garibald 	Sultansworn!? Hah! No matter! Kill them all!
 	
Owyne 	Master Papashan! But why...? How...?
Papashan 	The General saw you sneak into the vaults, Owyne.
Papashan 	He suspected something was afoot and ordered us to keep an eye on you.
Owyne 	The Flame General...? He ordered you to look after me?
Sultansworm 	Master Papashan! More of them to the north!
Papashan 	After them, Sultansworn─they have the crown! This lot sought only to delay us!
Owyne 	Let us speak again back in the city!
Maskedmagus 	The source of her/his strength becomes clear...
Maskedmagus 	You may have bested the golem, but you will not fare so well this day.
Maskedmagus 	F20223O mournful voice of creation! Send unto me a creature of the abyss, my thrall to command, that I may smite mine enemies!01
Maskedmagus 	Your very being imperils the plan. You cannot be suffered to live.
 	
Maskedmagus 	Unnngh... That the wisdom of the Paragons should be brought low...by mere mortals...
Thancred 	Paragons? This is indeed a disturbing revelation...
Thancred 	We had long suspected the involvement of the Bringers of Chaos─Ascians, to give them their true name.
Thancred 	But we could not be sure they were responsible for the recent disturbances until now. As if the sultanate needed any more enemies...
Thancred 	Hm? Have we Sharlayans crossed paths with Ascians before? Well, we've certainly─ Wait. I don't recall telling you about my homeland.
Thancred 	Ah, yes, that's right─you're one of the gifted.
Thancred 	You know, this marks the third time I've found you in the midst of trouble. If I didn't know any better, I'd say you're a lodestone for it!
Thancred 	Anyway, I'm glad I started following you around. Who knows what grand conspiracy you'll stumble upon next!?
Thancred 	I jest, I jest... Had I truly been watching your every move, I wouldn't have taken so long to intervene in your latest altercation.
Thancred 	But all's well that ends well, eh? Our masked friend is no more, and while I very much doubt we've seen the last of his kind, his demise will likely grant us at least some respite. And on that note, I must away. Until next time, [Player Name].
 	
Sultansworma 	Everyone is waiting for you, adventurer.
Sultansworma 	Pray do not keep my comrades waiting.
 	
Papashan 	Does it surprise you to see me dressed so, [Player Name]? I was once a Sultansworn, you know, though it's been fifteen years since I put down my sword, and took up the role of stationmaster.
Papashan 	It is a capacity in which I am no less proud to serve, lest you doubt. Whenever Her Grace ventures outside the gates, I have the honor of protecting her person.
Papashan 	Never before had I seen her so despondent as when news of the crown's theft reached her ears.
Papashan 	But thanks to your valiant efforts, she is returned to her former vibrant self. You have the gratitude of every Sultansworn, [Player Name].
 	
Ladysmaid 	Exalted vessel of Nald'thal, guardian of Thanalan, seventeenth ascendant to the throne of Ul'dah, Her Royal Majesty Nanamo Ul Namo presides!
 	
Sultansworm 	Long live Nanamo! Glory to the Sultana! Forever may she reign!
 	
Sultansworm 	Long live Nanamo! Glory to the Sultana! Forever may she reign!
 	
Nanamo Ul Namo 	They regaled me with tales of a champion amongst champions, one whose tireless service to the crown merited the highest honor we might bestow.
 	
Nanamo Ul Namo 	Never did it occur to me that it might be you. Bring it forth!
 	
Nanamo Ul Namo 	Betokening our gratitude and esteem, I, Nanamo Ul Namo, Sultana of Ul'dah, confer upon you this gift.
 	
Nanamo Ul Namo 	Raubahn.
 	
Raubahn 	Your Grace.
 	
Nanamo Ul Namo 	See to it that our champion is my personal guest at the banquet.
 	
Raubahn 	As you command, Your Grace.
 	
Raubahn 	If what they say is true, Ul'dah owes you a great debt.
 	
Raubahn 	Strange that we should not have met before this day...
 	
Raubahn 	...I sense we are kindred spirits.
 	
Raubahn 	I am not given to superstition, but I'll be sworn our tales belong in the same saga.
 	
Raubahn 	I am Raubahn Aldynn. With the consent of Her Grace, I oversee the affairs of the sultanate.
 	
Raubahn 	Brave souls are few and far between in these times. I count my blessings when I find one.
 	
Raubahn 	Her Grace invites you to join her at the coming banquet. I trust I will see you there.
 	
Sultansworm 	An honor indeed!
 	
Sultansworm 	Huzzah! Come, hero!
 	
Raubahn 	Until then.
 	
Raubahn 	For the sake of Her Grace, and the glory of the sultanate, may you walk in the light of the Crystal.
Owyne 	You have my thanks, [Player Name], for helping to defend Her Grace's good name, and for sparing the Sultansworn further dishonor. I believe Master Papashan would like to thank you personally.
Quest complete.	Quest complete.
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