Scholarly Perspective

is a Quest in Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker.
==Objectives==
* Speak with the statue gazer.
* Speak with the statue gazer again.
* Speak with Bhaldswys.
==Script==
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Bhaldswys 	Hello, friend, are you new to Sharlayan? You have that look about you.
Bhaldswys 	I thought as much. Oh, I'm not bothering you, am I? I so rarely meet travelers from beyond our shores, and couldn't pass up an opportunity to broaden my horizons.
Bhaldswys 	Can I assume a visitor such as yourself is eager to do the same? If you've an interest in learning about this city's history, for example, then I know the perfect person to give you an impromptu lesson.
Bhaldswys 	Head on over to Scholar's Harbor, and keep an eye out for a black-haired Roegadyn. That would be my brother. He'll know the tale of any pillar and statue you care to point out, and would be more than happy to share it with you!
Bhaldswys 	As I said, if you've any interest in history, then seek out my brother over at Scholar's Harbor. I'm sure he won't mind the company─in fact, he'll likely talk your ear off!
Thaliakwatcher 	Yes, was there something I might help you with?
Thaliakwatcher 	...Ah, my dear sister, you say? Well, she did indeed send you to the right man, for who better to teach you about Sharlayan's history than a Studium-certified history professor!
Thaliakwatcher 	Here, take my spyglass. Go on, take it─no time like the present to learn about the past! We shall begin your education with divine Thaliak, the Scholar Himself.
 	
Thaliakwatcher 	And there you have it! I hope you enjoyed your introduction to Sharlayan historical architecture.
Thaliakwatcher 	If we are to do justice to the towering Thaliak, however, there is one last snippet of knowledge that we simply cannot overlook. Come along! To the foot of the statue!
Thaliakwatcher 	Pray direct your attention to yon doors.
Thaliakwatcher 	Behind them, nestled within the statue itself, is a chamber known as the Pathless Way.
Thaliakwatcher 	Those who have acquired mastery over specialized disciplines, or whose deeds have led to significant advances in their chosen field, are invited to enter said chamber and receive the title of “Archon.”
Thaliakwatcher 	We place great value on the pursuit of knowledge, and thus the Archons are held in especially high regard. As the embodiment of our ideals, they are permitted to browse the forbidden archives, and have ever stood at the center of our nation's greatest achievements.
Thaliakwatcher 	Now, as for the most secret and sacred ceremony which awards them their title, I am afraid that even I am not privy to the particulars. You will forgive me my ignorance on this subject, I hope?
Thaliakwatcher 	A scholar and a gentlewoman/gentleman! And thus concludes the lesson─should you happen to return by the same route, pray convey my warmest regards to Bhaldswys.
Bhaldswys 	Ah, you've just come back from hearing one of my brother's lectures, haven't you. That's another look I'm quite familiar with.
Bhaldswys 	His breadth of historical knowledge is extensive─sufficient to earn him the title of Archon, he hopes. The problem is, if his contributions to the field are to be officially acknowledged, he must have written recommendations from high-ranking professors. But in these tumultuous times, such ceremonial concerns have been pushed to one side.
Bhaldswys 	And so he idles away his spare moments at the harbor now, just gazing out at the ocean. I thought having an eager student might relight his spark...which is why I jumped at the chance to speak with you.
Bhaldswys 	I must apologize for not being more honest with my intentions. Please accept this gift for your troubles, and allow me to welcome you once more to Sharlayan!
Quest complete.	Quest complete.
Category:Sharlayan Sidequests in Final Fantasy XIV