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Kokuyōka: These are in the order of The Thousand Tomes in the game. Thankfully, The Thousand Tomes are ordered by topic already and I just had to give them labels. The formatting of entries is the same as it is in the Japanese.

Dates are in the format of “878 CC”. CC is an abbreviation for “Continental Calendar”.

Table of Contents

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Main Characters

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Clive

Clive — Synopsis

The heir to the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria.

His full name is Clive Rosfield.
He is a trained swordsman who earned the title of Knight when he was young.
He harbors the power of the Phoenix’s Blessing, and has sworn to be his younger brother Joshua’s shield.

Kokuyōka: “Knight” is in katakana English here, rather than being the kanji for “knight. It is a title Clive has, rather than what his job/role is.

Clive — At Rosalith Castle

The heir to the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria.

Although he is the heir, his younger brother Joshua awakened as the Dominant of Phoenix, so the role of the next Archduke went to his younger brother.

Clive — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The heir to the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria.

Through the schemes of his mother, Arabella, he looses his father, Archduke Elwin and his younger brother, Joshua, who he swore to protect at the cost of his own life.
He was kept alive by Anabella, who noticed the utility of the power of the Phoenix’s Blessing and abased him to the status of a Bearer, a slave.

Kokuyōka: “to keep alive” can also mean “put to good use”. Given the context, both readings make sense here.

Clive — At Nysa Gorge

Clive thirteen years after becoming a Bearer-Soldier of the Sanbreque Empire.

The power of the Phoenix’s Blessing showed promise, so he was chosen to be a member of the Assassination Unit.
He goes down into the battlefield in the Nysa Gorge where the armies of the Iron Kingdom and the Republic of Dhalmekia are competing to assassinate the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.
The name Wyvern is an alias used on operations.

Clive — Escape

A former Bearer-Soldier of the Sanbreque Empire.

He defended the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva, his assassination target, and deserted from the unit.
Surrounded by many Iron Kingdom soldiers on the battlefield of the Nysa Gorge, he is saved by Cid, who intervenes to rescue the Dominant, and comes to live in the Hideaway.

Clive — Ifrit Awakens

A former Bearer-Soldier of the Sanbreque Empire.

In order to take revenge on the person who killed his younger brother thirteen years ago, he and Cid were searching for the Dominant of the second Summoned Beast of Fire, but during a battle with Benedikta, the Dominant of Garuda, he himself manifested as the summoned beast Ifrit.
He sinks into the depths of despair when he realizes his younger brother’s foe is himself.

Clive — At Eastpool

A former Bearer-Soldier of the Sanbreque Empire and the Dominant of the summoned beast Ifrit.

Together with his childhood friend Jill, he steeped foot into Rosaria, his homeland, for the first time in thirteen years.
In the desolate farming village of Eastpool, he reunited with Hanna, General Murdoch’s widow, and received the equipment left behind by his father, Elwin.

Clive — Cid’s Companion

The Dominant of the summoned beast Ifrit.

In the Phoenix Gate Underground Ruins, he faced his past self, and accepted that he himself was Ifrit, his brother’s foe.
Afterwards, when Eastpool was assaulted, he decides to conspire with Cid as his companion to destroy the Mothercrystals.

Clive — Five Years Later

The Dominant of the summoned beast Ifrit.

In addition to [the power of] Ifrit, the Summoned Beast of Fire, he handles the powers of the summoned beasts absorbed from the other Dominants.
After the destruction of the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal, he inherited Cid’s thoughts and Ramuh’s power and has continued to work together with his companions.

Clive — Cid

The Dominant of the summoned beast Ifrit.

As the leader of the new Hideaway, he promotes protecting Bearers who are oppressed in various places, while scheming to destroy all the remaining Mothercrystals in Valisthea.
As the second Cid, he fights to make “a place where people can live as people”.

Clive — Mythos

The Dominant of the summoned beast Ifrit.

He absorbs the powers of the summoned beasts from the other Dominants and uses [their powers] as his own.
The more he takes in the powers of the summoned beasts, [the more] he comes closer [to having] the special body that Ultima is searching for as Mythos, but because [Clive] wishes to be a person and to live as a person, he challenges Ultima in battle.

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Joshua

Joshua — Synopsis

The next Archduke of Rosaria, and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

His full name is Joshua Rosfield.
He respects his older brother, Clive, who he deeply trusts as his own Knight.

Joshua — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The next Archduke of Rosaria.

He is accepting of his position despite being very young, but he also has a childish side, such as not liking carrots.
During the Phoenix Gate Assault, he was [so] disturbed that his father was killed before his eyes that he let Phoenix go out of control and completely burned the surroundings, but he was defeated by another Summoned Beast of Fire that suddenly appeared.

Joshua — Robed Man

A robed man who appeared to be a Dominant of Fire who was working with an attendant.

He was captured by Benedikta at Novrant Fortress, but escaped in the confusion.
Afterward, he showed up in places like the northern part of Wind Continent and Phoenix Gate.

Joshua — The Phoenix

Clive’s younger brother and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

He was thought to have been killed by another Summoned Beast of Fire that suddenly appeared at the Phoenix Gate Assault, but he successfully survived.
To hide his identity, he wears a robe, and works under the alias Margrace.

Joshua — The Seal

Clive’s younger brother and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

He was thought to have died at the Phoenix Gate Assault, but thirteen years later, he showed up at Drake’s Head to protect his older brother, Clive.
After using Phoenix’s power to seal Ultima’s being inside his body, he disappears from Clive’s presence again.

Joshua — Reuniting with Clive Again

Clive’s younger brother and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

After traveling to various places to investigate Ultima’s purposes, he was finally able to reunite with his older brother, Clive, in the Crystalline Dominion after his whereabouts had been unknown for so long.

Joshua — The Sect Leader of the Phoenix Religious Order

Clive’s younger brother and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

After the Phoenix Gate Assault eighteen years ago, he was protected by the Phoenix Religious Order and has continued to investigate the being called Ultima as its sect leader.
To protect Clive, he continues to seal Ultima in his body using Phoenix’s regenerative power.

Joshua — Fighting Against Ultima

Clive’s younger brother and the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix.

As the sect leader of the Phoenix Religious Order, he continues his investigation and determines the form Ultima wants is that of 《Ifrit Risen》.
Although Ultima was sealed in his body with Phoenix’s power, he could not hold [Ultima] in check and decided to prepare himself to fight to the end with Clive in order to get revenge on the instigator of everything.

Kokuyōka: “to get revenge on” can also have the idea of “to destroy”.

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Jill

Jill — Synopsis

Clive’s childhood friend.

Her full name is Jill Warrick.
The daughter of the Chief of the Northern Countries, she lives with the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria.
She grew up with Clive and Joshua, and they became like siblings.

Jill — The Phoenix Gate Assault

Clive’s childhood friend.

The daughter of the Chief of the Northern Countries, she lives with the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria.
She saw Clive and the others off from Rosalith Castle as they headed towards Phoenix Gate, but afterwards was caught up in the war and became separated from them for a long time.

Jill — At the Nysa Gorge

Clive’s childhood friend and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

As a Dominant affiliated with the Iron Kingdom, she fought with Titan of the Republic of Dhalmekia at the Nysa Gorge, as well as Clive and the others who were trying to assassinate her.
Because of Clive’s desertion, she avoided being assassinated, but she became unconscious because of her intense exhaustion.

Jill — The Iron Kingdom

Clive’s childhood friend and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

After the Phoenix Gate Assault, she was abducted by the Iron Kingdom Army who seized the opportunity to invade Rosalith and awakened as a Dominant when her life was in jeopardy.
Since then, she has been forced to fight as the Iron Kingdom’s “weapon”.

Jill — Reunion

Clive’s childhood friend and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

She lost consciousness for a long time after her withdrawal from the war front at the Nysa Gorge, but woke up after being warmly looked after by Tarja, the Hideaway’s doctor.
After being reunited with Clive, they decided to work together.

Jill — Five Years Later

One of Clive’s supportive companions and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

Together with Clive, she inherits Cid’s dying wish and promotes protecting Bearers while scheming to destroy all the remaining Mothercrystals in Valisthea.

Jill — At Shadow Coast

One of Clive’s supporting companions and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

After the battle with Barnabas, Clive absorbed the summoned beast Shiva’s power at Shadow Cost on the Ash Continent.
Jill swears to continue fighting together with Clive to protect him as he tries to live as a person while he carries various people’s thoughts with him.

Jill — Jill’s Past

One of Clive’s supporting companions and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

Having entrusted Clive with the power of Shiva at Shadow Cost, the burden on her body is now reduced.
The daughter of Warrick, the Silver Duke and Chief of the Northern Countries. In the past, she was presented to the Duchy of Rosaria as a sign of peace.

Jill — In Mysidia

One of Clive’s supporting companions and the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

Guided by Shula, the clan head of the People of Water, she revisited the northern land she had left when she was very young.
In Mysidia, she realized from the aether left in the Sanctuary of Time that the Witch of the North, who devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, was a Dominant of Shiva.

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Torgal

Torgal — Synopsis

Clive’s partner, a wolf cub.

A survivor of a wolf pack Archduke Elwin encountered during his northern campaign.
He was protected by Elwin and then bestowed on his son Clive.
Since then, he has been Clive’s good friend.

Torgal — The Phoenix Gate Assault

Clive’s partner, a wolf cub.

Elwin bestowed him on Clive as a souvenir from his northern campaign.
When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, they became separated for a long time.

Torgal — At the Nysa Gorge

The adult form of Torgal.

He had been separated from Clive for a long time, ever since the Phoenix Gate Assault, but they were reunited at the Nysa Gorge.
He had been working together with Cid.

Torgal — Partners

Clive’s partner.

After being separated from Clive for a long time, he picked up by Cid, who he met by chance, and became a resident of the Hideaway.
He had not forgotten Clive after being seperated for thirteen years, and after their reunion, they work together.

Torgal — Hunting Skills

Clive’s partner.

He is a member of the new Hideaway and continues to work together with Clive.
He supports Clive and his companions in battle with the hunting skills the late Cid thoroughly taught him.

Torgal — Awakened Power

Clive’s partner.

Jill’s predicament awakened a new power, and he turned into a form similar to a bluish-white glowing summoned beast.

Torgal — Ice Wolf

Clive’s partner.

A wolf species called an ice wolf that lives in the northern part of Valisthia and fights by transforming while violently releasing aether.
His appearance is similar to that of a summoned beast.

Torgal — Fenrir

Clive’s partner.

A wolf species called an ice wolf that live in the north.
As its name reveals, the original ice wolf was a beast that accompanied the summoned beast Shiva and was said to have ice powers.
It is conjectured that since Torgal has been together with many Dominants since he was very young, he has different powers.

Torgal — Thoughts on Clive

Clive’s partner.

A wolf species called an ice wolf.
Since the Phoenix Gate Assault, he continued to search for Clive by wandering all over Rosaria, while hiding his arms and flag in an important place so he would not forget the memories of his master.
The ornament on his forepaw was bestowed on Torgal by Cid and he still wears it as a memento.

Creatures

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Ambrosia

Ambrosia — Synopsis

Clive’s favorite chocobo.

Born in Rosaria Castle’s stables, she grew up being loved by Clive.
She is very loyal to her master, Clive, but she can be visibly cautious and dissatisfied around other unfamiliar partners.

Ambrosia — The Phoenix Gate Assault

Clive’s favorite chocobo.

When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, her whereabouts became unclear.

Ambrosia — The Heart of Rosaria

Clive’s favorite chocobo.

Her whereabouts had been unknown since the Phoenix Gate Assault, but she had been living in the Vassal Sate of Rosaria, leading a herd of stray chocobos.
Her noble protection of people traveling on the road from monsters and bandits is so great, the peddlers call her 《The Heart of Rosaria》.
After reuniting with Clive, she works together with him.

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Nektar

A Moogle who settled in the Hideaway.

He was saved by Cid when he was crying because he was caught between some ruins, so he secretly followed [Cid] and wandered into the Hideaway. He settled in immediately.
He calls himself the Great Moogle Hero and voluntarily manages the Hunt Board.
For some reason, it seems he can communicate in words only with Clive.

Dominants

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Cid

Cid — Synopsis

A mysterious man who appeared in the Nysa Gorge.

He manipulates powerful lightning magic.
He appeared before Clive and Jill, who were surrounded by Iron King soldiers, and saved them from their predicament.

Cid — The Summoned Beast Ramuh

The leader of the Hideaway where the Bearers live, and the Dominant of the summoned beast Ramuh.

Despite the phenomenal powers he harbors, he is an easygoing man who lives without belonging to any specific nation.
He protects persecuted Bearers and Dominants according to his own beliefs.

Cid — Connection with Benedikta

The leader of the Hideaway where the Bearers live, and the Dominant of the summoned beast Ramuh.

His full name is Cidolfus Telamon.
He wishes to make a place where anyone can die as a person and continues to protect Bearers and Dominants.
He is an old acquaintance of Benedikta’s, having served as the Knight Commander of Waloed’s Army.

Cid — The Destruction of the Mothercrystal

The leader of the Hideaway where the Bearers live, and the Dominant of the summoned beast Ramuh.

He wishes to make a place where anyone can die as a person and continues to protect Bearers and Dominants.
He finally arrives at the fact that the Mothercrystals that bestow divine protection on people are the cause of the Black Region that is damaging Valisthea and he is scheming to destroy them.

Cid — Cid, the High Criminal

The leader of the Hideaway where the Bearers live, and the Dominant of the summoned beast Ramuh.

He destroyed the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal to stop the Black Region’s expansion, but was serious wounded while fighting a mysterious being and breathed his last, entrusting his own wishes and Ramuh’s power to Clive.
Later on, he became widely known throughout Valisthea as 《Cid, the High Criminal》.

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Benedikta

Benedikta — Synopsis

The Commanding Officer of the Kingdom of Waloed’s Spy Unit.

Her full name is Benedicta Harman.
As a close aide of the king, she participated in the meeting with the Republic of Dhalmekia at Fort Zirnitra.
She and Hugo Kupka, the Dhalmekian Dominant appear to be friendly [with each other].

Benedikta — Secret Maneuvers in Sanbreque’s Territory

The Commanding Officer of the Kingdom of Waloed’s Spy Unit.

She is an excellent swords-master and a capable officer with many subordinates.
In order to use Hugo Kupka of the Republic of Dhalmekia, she shows signs of being interested [in him].
After the meeting at Fort Zirnitra, she led her men into Sanbreque’s Territory.
There seems to be some sort of connection between her and Cid.

Benedikta — The Fall of Norvent Fortress

The Commanding Officer of the Kingdom of Waloed’s Spy Unit and the Dominant of the summoned beast Garuda.

She is an excellent officer and used her troops to assault Norvent Fortress.
While she has a relationship with Hugo Kupka on King Barnabas’ orders, she has complicated mixed thoughts of love and hate for her former superior, Cid.

Benedikta — Her Last Moments

The Commanding Officer of the Kingdom of Waloed’s Spy Unit and the Dominant of the summoned beast Garuda.

At Norvent Fortress, Clive took away Garuda’s power [from her] and she fled in defeat.
Because of her shock of being attacked by bandits while in turmoil, her power as a Dominant went out of control and she turned into Garuda’s form, [and made] an enormous tornado, but her life ended while fighting Ifrit, who Clive had manifested as.

Kokuyōka: “turmoil” is literally “vortex” in JP.

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Hugo

Hugo — Synopsis

The Dominant of the summoned beast Titan.

His full name is Hugo Kupka.
A man who used his power as a Dominant to obtain status and wealth in the Republic of Dhalmekia.
He is not interested in protecting his country, but is cunning and moves only for his own interests.
He has a relationship with Benedikta, a solider of the allied nation of the Kingdom of Waloed.

Hugo — Benedikta’s Death

The Dominant of the summoned beast Titan.

He is a leading figure in the Republic of Dhalmekia, and even though he pursues his own interests, he loved Benedikta from the bottom of his heart.
When he finds out through a messenger from Waloed that Cid’s Faction killed Benedicta, he burns with intense anger against them.

Hugo — Hugo’s Movements

The Dominant of the summoned beast Titan.

He is the Financial Advisor to the Council, the government of the Republic of Dhalmekia, and has a private army that moves as it pleases due to his money and [political] power.
After deciding that Cid, who had killed Benedikta, and his faction were his bitter foes, he destroyed their Hideaway in the form of the summoned beast Titan, and afterwards sent his private army everywhere in pursuit of Cid who continued to be in hiding.

Hugo — In the Former Capital of Rosalith

The Dominant of the summoned beast Titan.

When he learns that the true identity of Benedikta’s foe, Cid, is Clive, he assaults the former capital of Rosalith, to lure him out.
He challenged Clive to a fight when he appeared, but was defeated and lost both arms.
He was abducted by a mysterious man and vanished.

Hugo — His Last Moments

The Dominant of the summoned beast Titan.

At Dazbog Castle, his residence, Titan went out of control after [coming into] contact with the Core of Drake’s Fang.
Clive, who had arrived to get revenge on Hugo, manifests as Ifrit and clashes with him.
At the end of a fierce battle, Hugo’s life ended as Drake’s Fang disappeared.

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Dion

Dion — Synopsis

A dragoon of the Empire of Sanbreque and the Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

His full name is Dion Lesage.
He is in command of a knightly order and leads the vanguard in battle.

Dion — At Belenus Hill

A dragoon of the Empire of Sanbreque and the Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

He clashed with Waloed at Belenus Hill, where he manifested as Bahamut and did battle with Odin.
He is also the Imperial Prince of Sanbreque, and is fully and respectfully loyal to his father, the Divine Emperor of Sanbreque.

Dion — Oliver’s Enthronement as Divine Emperor

The son of the Abdicated Divine Emperor Sylvestre and the Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

He is the leader of the Order of the Divine Knights Dragoon.
He is worried about his adored father’s bad governance and cold treatment of himself and he grows angry with the Divine Empress Dowager Anabella, who enthroned Olivier as Divine Emperor to satisfy her own ambitions.

Dion — Dion’s Rebellion

The son of the Abdicated Divine Emperor Sylvestre and the Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

In order to cleanse the darkness defiling Sanbreque, he causes a rebellion to get revenge on the Divine Empress Dowager Arabella and the Divine Emperor Olivier.
In the turmoil, Bahamut went out of control when he accidentally killed Sylvestre.
The Crystalline Dominion collapsed [as a result].

Kokuyōka: “to get revenge on” can also have the idea of “to destroy”.

Dion — Meeting Kihel

The Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

After the collapse of the Crystalline Dominion, he was treated for his wounds in the Hideaway.
In order to come to terms with the tragedy he himself had brought about, he went to the Crystalline Dominion [despite] being wounded everywhere, and therefore lost consciousness.
His life is saved by Kihel, a girl selling medicine.

Dion — At Ran’dallah

The Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

In order to atone for the matter of the Crystalline Dominion, he swears to collaborate in the fight of the people opposing Ultima.
He entrusted the soldiers under his command to Havel to defend Ran’dallah and went to fulfill his promise to Joshua.

Dion — Joining Clive

The Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

He appeared in the royal capital of Stonehyrr aboard the Enterprise to support Clive and the others as they went to destroy Drake’s Spine.
He supports Clive and Joshua’s fight, seeing Ultima, who brought chaos to his homeland, Sanbreque, and the world, as his greatest enemy.

Dion — His Resolve

The Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut.

Before becoming the leader of the Order of the Divine Knights Dragoon, he devoted himself to his studies to help in Sylvester’s government.
When he was reunited with Harpocrates, who he had once looked up to as a mentor, at the Hideaway, he renewed his resolve to face Ultima in battle.

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Sleipnir

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed — Synopsis

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed.

He was at the meeting with the Republic of Dhalmekia at Fort Zirnitra in the Nysa Gorge, waiting nearby the king.

Halberd — At Drake’s Fang

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed.

His nickname is the Immortal Knight.
Despite his young age, Barnabas deeply trusts him and he commands the knightly order on his behalf.
He abducted Hugo Kupka, who lost both arms at Rosalith Castle, but his goals remain unclear.

Sleipnir — At the Free City of Kanver

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed.

His full name is Sleipnir Halberd.
He has sworn an oath of allegiance to Barnabas and has thrown himself into all sorts of battles.
In the the Free City of Kanver, he and his lord slaughtered the wealthy merchants and councilors.
Afterwards, he fought with Clive, but was defeated.

Sleipnir — At the Ironworks Shipyard

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed.

He was defeated by Clive before the assembly hall of the Free City of Kanver, but showed up again at the Ironworks Shipyard.
His true nature is that he is a magic creature produced by Barnabas, which is why he is called the Immortal Knight.

Sleipnir — His Last Moments

The Chief Knight of the Kingdom of Waloed.

In his original form as a magic creature, he is the horse ridden by the summoned beast Odin.
He disappeared when Barnabas died.

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Barnabas

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed — Synopsis

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed.

His full name is Barnabas Tharmr.
His appearance permeates the air with dignity and style and is awe-inspiring to those who come face-to-face with him.

Kokuyōka: “permeates the air” is literally “to drift/float”.

Barnabas — At Belenus Hill

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed and the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin.

He is furnished with the dignity and style of a king, and wields a sword as the summoned beast Odin on the battlefield.
At Belenus Hill, he took command of the army himself and clashed with Bahamut, the summoned beast of the Sanbreque Army.

Barnabas — The Kingdom of Waloed’s Movements

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed and the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin.

He has participated in wars everywhere in Valisthea, but for the [past] several years, he had distanced himself from the warfront, and has maintained a quiet watch [on the situation].

Barnabas — The Summoned Beast Odin

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed and the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin.

He is from the Outer Continent.
The stories say he brought the various tribes of the Ash Continent together though the power of the summoned beast Odin and destroyed the powerful Kingdom of Veldermark in a single night.

Barnabas — His Final Moments

The King of the Kingdom of Waloed and the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin.

A descendant of a tribe that crossed over from Valisthea to the Outer Continent. He always held strong devotion towards the Malius Faith and encouraged Clive to awaken the power he had according to Ultima’s purposes.
At the end of a fierce battle with Clive at Fantasy Spire, he bestows Odin’s power [on Clive] right before his life ends.

Main Hideaway Crew

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Otto

Otto — Synopsis

One of Cid’s companions.

He deals with various inconvenient matters that unexpectedly happen in the Hideaway in place of Cid, who is prone to being absent.

Otto — The New Hideaway

The Hideaway’s manager.

At the previous Hideaway, he was doing administrative work and external negotiations in place of Cid, who was prone to being absent.
For this reason, he is also an assistant in the new Hideaway, and supports the work of Clive and his companions.

Otto — Connection with Cid

The Hideaway’s manager.

He used to work as a sailor, and has been connected to Cid, who was the Knight Commander of Waloed, since that time.
He trusts Cid, who shed tears when his son was taken away [from him] by the state as a Bearer, from the bottom of his heart. Since then, they have been working together, starting by establishing the Hideaway.

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Gav

Gav — Synopsis

One of Cid’s companions.

He has a friendly personality and works as a scout on reconnaissance and other investigation missions.

Gav — At Kingsfall

One of Cid’s companions.

He was pursuing the Dominant of Fire’s whereabouts in place of Clive.
He was attacked by soldiers at Kingsfall, in Sanbreque’s territory, but with Cid and Clive’s help, he narrowly escapes from death.

Gav — Gav’s Job

A scout for 《The Stone Swords》.

He is a good friend of Clive’s, who became the second Cid.
He was highly appreciated by the previous Cid for his skills as a scout and also has that responsibility today.
He was injured in his right eye during Hugo’s Hideaway Assault.

Kokuyōka: “friend” is more literally “understanding person”, but that did not quite fit in well with how English does its phrasing.

Gav — The Hideaway’s Companions

A scout for 《The Stone Swords》.

He is a good friend of Clive’s, who became the second Cid.
Before [he was at the Hideaway], his family was killed by Sanbreque soldiers.
His sister, who was to be born just before his mother’s death, also never came into the world.
As far as Gav is concerned, his family is the Hideaway’s companions themselves, and also the reliable partners who will survive the harsh world together with them.

Kokuyōka: “came into the world” is a JP idiom that literally is “to give one’s first cry”.

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Tarja

Tarja — Synopsis

One of Cid’s companions.

She gives people medical treatment as the doctor of the Hideaway in the Black Region.
After the Battle of Nysa Gorge, she examined Jill, who was brought in.
She is also relied on by her companions as a adviser in troubled times.

Tarja — Brand Removal Procedure

The Hideaway’s doctor.

She is a good advisor of Clive’s, who became the second Cid.
Using the Bearer Brand engraved on her own cheek as experimental material, she devised a procedure to remove the Brand after a lot of trial and error.

Tarja — As a Doctor

The Hideaway’s doctor.

Before [she was at the Hideaway], she was an army medic on an island to the south.
At that time, she learned how to treat wounds without using magic from her mentor, who was also a Bearer. That is what makes Tarja the doctor she is today.
Afterwards, she was reunited with her mentor, who was being protected [at the Hideaway], but the petrification had already spread throughout his entire body. After [much] anguish, Tarja gave him a peaceful end.

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Charon

Charon — Synopsis

One of Cid’s companions.

A merchant who regularly visits the Hideaway.
She employs Goetz as an apprentice to buy stock and carry luggage.
Her skill as a merchant is clear, and she can always stock items that are hard to obtain, so long as she is paid.
Her right eye seems to be an expensive glass sphere that was implanted as an artificial eye.

Charon — Relationship with Goetz

The merchant who runs the shop in the Hideaway.

She continues to support the Hideaway as the business partner of Clive, who became the second Cid.
She is sometimes annoyed with Goetz, her apprentice, even though she adores him.

Charon — Her Right Eye

The merchant who runs the shop in the Hideaway.

Originating from the Outer Continent, she formerly made a fortune selling weapons to both sides [of conflicts], so she incurred a lot of resentment.
She was betrayed by her business partner, Bogan, and lost her right eye due to being injured at that time.
Not long afterwards, she bought Goetz, who was being abused by his parents as an apprentice, which lead to the present.

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Goetz

Goetz — Summary

One of Cid’s companions.

He is a huge mountain-like man, but has a pleasant personality.

Goetz — Relationship with Charon

One of Cid’s companions.

He is an apprentice hired by the merchant Charon, but it seems like all of his time is taken up by her and he cannot do anything without consulting her.
While he has a pleasant personality, he is regularly assertive when he is dissatisfied.

Goetz — Interests

The apprentice at Charon’s Exchange.

Together with his employer, Charon, he collaborates with Clive, the second Cid.
It seems he is interested in blacksmithing, and is learning in his own way, by observing the blacksmith, Blackthorn, from a distance.

Goetz — The Merchant Pass

The apprentice at Charon’s Exchange.

Because he is sometimes entrusted with buying [goods] in place of Charon, Goetz has a merchant pass that serves as identification in various places.
On the instructions of his employer, Charon, he was to accompany Clive and the others and sneak into the Self-Governing Dominion via Boklad Market.

Goetz — Collapse of the Crystalline Dominion

The apprentice at Charon’s Exchange.

Accompanied by Clive and the others, he takes a stagecoach from Boklad Market to the Crystalline Dominion.
In the Self-Governing Dominion, he bought the blacksmithing tools he had longed for.
He was caught up in the collapse of the Crystalline Dominion, but was saved when Joshua manifested as Phoenix and narrowly escaped from death.

Goetz — Goetz and Charon

The apprentice at Charon’s Exchange.

He was abused at his parent’s house, but was saved when Charon bought him and she has been using him as her “substitute right eye” ever since.
More than anyone else does, he understands and supports the sharp-tongued Charon, who has a kind heart.

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Blackthorne

Blackthorne — Synopsis

One of Cid’s companions.

The Hideaway’s blacksmith.
A taciturn man with a fondness for alcohol who does not talk that much about himself to other people.

Kokuyōka: “Blackthorne” in katakana is really close to being “Blackstone” given the “r” sound is completely missing in the Japanese.

Blackthorne — As a Blacksmith

The Hideaway’s blacksmith.

He is experienced in making a wide [range of] equipment and he has provided Clive with a variety of equipment as he runs around to various places as the second Cid.
Although taciturn, he is really very caring, and sometimes gives direction to Goetz, who is beginning to have an interest in blacksmithing.

Blackthorne — The Village of Dravozd

The Hideaway’s blacksmith.

He is from Dravozd, a village famous for its blacksmithing.
He has been estranged from his hometown, since he left it after an incident.
From that time on, he has been on bad terms with his fellow apprentice, Zoltan.

Blackthorne — The Legendary Sword

The Hideaway’s blacksmith.

Formerly in the past, he was eyed as the next mayor of Dravozd, his hometown, but he left the village because he disliked leaving his work of pounding iron.
Although there were remaining grudges between him and Zoltan, who had replaced him as mayor, they reconciled by overcoming repeated crises in their hometown together, and the two of them completed the legendary sword Ragnarok [together].

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Mid

Mid — Synopsis

A young woman studying mechanical engineering at the University of Kanver.

While attending the university, she is also developing devices that are useful for living in the Hideaway.

Mid — Cid’s Daughter

Cid’s daughter, who is studying mechanical engineering at the University of Kanver.

In childhood, she learned mechanical engineering from her father, Cid, and her inventions revealed her to be a genius.
While attending the university, she is also developing devices that are useful for living in the Hideaway.

Mid — The Enterprise

Cid’s daughter, who is living in the Hideaway.

She was raised in the Hideaway as a child, but Cid took her talent for mechanical engineering into account and sent her to a school outside [the Hideaway].
Afterwards, she continued to interact with the Hideaway while refining her skills as a master mechanic.
She completed her father’s dream of the Enterprise, a high-speed ocean-going sailing ship equipped with a Mythril Engine, and supports Clive and the others as its captain.

Mid — Airships

Captain of the Enterprise, a high-speed ocean-going sailing ship.

Her full name is Midadol Telamon.
She was picked up by Cid and raised as his daughter.
While she fears the Mythril Engine, her father’s dream she inherited, could be converted into a weapon, she also believes in bringing dreams to people.
Currently, she is striving to complete an airship with her own hands and realize her dream of flying in the sky.

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Harpocrates

Harpocrates — Synopsis

A researcher of history and cultural practices, who lives in the Hideaway.

His full name is Harpocrates II Hyperboreos, but his nickname is 《The Storyteller》.
When he was younger, he came to Valisthea from the Outer Continent, dreaming of a land teeming with mythology.
He investigates all phenomena throughout Valisthea, including its environment, lore, religions, and customs.

Kokuyōka: “teeming with” is literally “breathing/panting with”.

Harpocrates — Master Librarian

A researcher of history and cultural practices, who lives in the Hideaway.

He is one of the companions who escaped from Hugo’s Hideaway Assault.
With the twins, Tett and Crow as his assistants, he passes down knowledge of Valisthea to the next generation in the library built in the new Hideaway.

Harpocrates — Relationship with Dion

A researcher of history and cultural practices, who lives in the Hideaway.

Formerly in the past, he educated Dion in the imperial court of the Empire of Sanbreque.
After reuniting at the Hideaway, he gave Dion a beautiful Flying Dragon bloom in encourage him as he suffered a cruel fate.

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Vivian

Vivian — Synopsis

A military scholar who lives in the Hideaway.

She collects literature and knowledge on world affairs, analyzes military and political situations, and enjoys talking with the culturally sophisticated Clive.
She seems to prefer the alias “Vivian Nine Tales”, to her real name, which had become known as a scholar’s.

Vivian — The Place Called the Hideaway

A military scholar who lives in the Hideaway.

She perceives in detail the circumstances of each place and gives advice to Clive on his travels.
Formerly, she used to teach at the University of Kanver, but she incurred a lot of resentment from researchers by exposing the dishonesty of others.
Now that she has moved to the Hideaway, her personality is changing.

Administrative Hideaway Crew

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Gaute

A companion who works as 《Collaborator Liaison》 in the Hideaway.

Originally, he was a Bearer working in an Oriflamme tavern, but ever since he was protected as a result of being weakened, he has been working as Otto’s right-hand man.
He not only collects information from collaborators, but also does paperwork regarding the Hideaway.

Desiree

A companion who works as 《Support Goods Liaison》 in the Hideaway.

In addition to managing the goods received from collaborators and supporters, she is also responsible for sorting the information coming from outside [the Hideaway].
She is always bright and cheerful, and has helped many people with her smile.
When she was first protected, she could not even read, but she continued to study and now even writes letters for other people.

Maeve

The shopkeeper of the Hideaway’s 《Tub and Crown》.

She was a Bearer born in the Duchy of Rosaria, but after it was annexed, she was transferred to the Empire of Sanbreque where she was forced to do hard labor on a certain plantation.
She was being beaten by her master, who was annoyed by the poor wheat harvest, and was nearly killed when she was protected by 《The Stone Swords》.

The Stone Swords

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Dorys

Dorys — Summary

《The Stone Swords》’ commanding officer.

Originally, she was a Bearer from the Duchy of Rosaria, but now she leads her subordinates in the efforts to protect Bearers.
She is decisive and strong-willed and hates excessive attacks and punishments.
She often works with and trusts Cole, her vice-commander.

Kokuyōka: Given the context, “attack” might also be “criticism/denunciation” to pair with “punishment” in terms of leadership style.

Dorys — Her Former Master

《The Stone Swords》’ commanding officer.

In her past as a Bearer possessed by a Rosarian slave trader, she was raised with reading, writing and martial arts drilled into her.
Although she has parted [ways] with her former master, the experiences she gained there have shaped Dorys, 《The Stone Swords》’s commanding officer.

Dorys — At Balmung Prison

《The Stone Swords》’ commanding officer.

She leads here subordinates to protect Bearers in various places.
Once as a Bearer, she served a slave trader together with a young Bearer named Chadwick.
In Balmung Prison, she learned that Chadwick had fought until the end to protect the captured Bearers and she once again resolved to be 《The Stone Swords》’s commanding officer.

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Cole

《The Stone Swords》’ vice-commander.

A former Bearer-soldier of the Army of Dhalmekia.
After being protected by Cid in the former Hideaway, he has been exerting himself to protect Bearers.
He often works together with Dorys, his commanding officer.

August

A member of 《The Stone Swords》.

He is an experienced fighter, and is often trusted with leading the unit as the head of operations.
Together with Cole, the vice-commander, he is involved in forming new units, and replacing personnel.
A veteran from the era of Cid’s Hideaway, he has a good relationship with Blackthorne of the smithy and they drink alcohol together whenever possible.

Ember

A trainee member of 《The Stone Swords》.

He is aiming to be a scout because he admires Gav.
Although he did not pass the recent aptitude test perfectly, it was decided he would enlist as a trainee since he was a young man with signs of promise.

General Hideaway Crew

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Obolus

The Hideaway’s ferryman.

He and Otto are old friends and also deeply trust each other. He became a companion while the new Hideaway was being rebuilt.

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Kenneth

Kenneth — Synopsis

Master chef of the Hideaway’s kitchens.

He always provides hot meals to the Hideaway’s residents by ingeniously cooking with limited ingredients.

Kenneth — Flavorful Cooking

A companion who was the master chef of the Hideaway’s kitchens.

He lost his life in Hugo’s assault on the Hideaway.
His simple but flavorful cooking was loved by the Hideaway’s residents.
The cooking recipes he invented have been passed on to the current Hideaway’s kitchens.

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Martelle

A companion who was researching vegetation in the Hideaway.

She barely escaped when Hugo assaulted the Hideaway.
The tree she carried out at that time was selectively bred by the botanical garden researchers and is called Martelle’s Fruit.
The injuries she received during the assault worsened, and she regrettably lost her life over the past five years.

Molly

The master chef of the Hideaway’s kitchens.

She took over from Kenneth, who was the master chef at Cid’s Hideaway, and became the manager of the kitchens.
Armed with her specialty in baked goods, she provides meals to the residents while planning the daily menu.
At the request of her cooking assistant, Yvan, she took on the challenge of [making] the monster cuisine described in 《The Valisthean Food Travelogue》.

Yvan

The cooking assistant at the Hideaway’s kitchens.

He was mortally wounded when he was protected by the Hideaway, but over the past five years, his wounds have healed and he has regained his vitality.
He is interested in recipes for monster cuisine, and is deciphering a book called 《The Valisthean Food Travelogue》.

Rodrigue

Tarja’s assistant who works in the Hideaway’s medical office.

He is timid and kind-hearted.
He worries about how his work as a doctor saves people, while at the same time he is also the one closest to people’s deaths.
There is a side of him that is hesitant about the Brand Removal Procedure, which could take away [someone’s] life during the procedure and the use of the Elysian drug, which causes [people] to lose feeling [throughout] their entire body.

Owain

A researcher in Mid’s Dungeon in the Hideaway.

As Mid’s apprentice, he has been advancing in the study of mechanical engineering, while making and improving devices that Mid proposed.

Nigel

A researcher at the botanical garden in the Hideaway.

In the Hideaway, where medicines tend to be scarce, he conducts research on the growth and benefits of medicinal herbs.

Tett

A companion living in the Hideaway.

He is a twin brother who helps Harpocrates with his work, and usually spends time reading books in the library with his sister, Crow.
His parents and sister are Bearers, but Tett was born as a person.
He lost his parents five years ago, leaving Crow as his only blood-related family.

Crow

A companion living in the Hideaway.

She is a twin sister who helps Harpocrates with his work, and usually spends time reading books in the library with her brother, Tett.
She is a Bearer, but was born in the Hideaway and so grew up without a Brand.
She lost her parents five years ago, leaving Tett as her only blood-related family.

Kokuyōka: “Crow”‘s katakana spelling is the same as how “black” is pronounced in Japanese.

Collaborators — Rosaria & Sanbreque

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Quinten

Quinten — Summary

A collaborator and the manager of 《The Hanged Man》 tavern in Lostwing.

Officially, he acts as the head of a declining farming village.

Quinten — Quinten’s Past

A collaborator and the manager of 《The Hanged Man》 tavern in Lostwing.

Formerly in the past, he was a judicial officer in Sanbreque, but his family was killed by the attorney-general.
While looking forward to the coming day of revenge, he has been maintaining the ghost town of Lostwing, and gathering Bearers and those who have a grudge against those in power as “comrades” to be his pawns.

Quinten — Family

A collaborator in Lostwing.

While he is engulfed in emptiness after getting revenge on getting revenge on the attorney-general who killed his family, Lostwing is submerged in an aether pool and he looses a place to return home to.
Although he sacrificed many comrades and became unable to notice meaning in life, his remaining comrades supported him as “family” and he swears to rebuild the village.

Kokuyōka: “support” is literally “to push [his] back”.

Quinten — The Triple Alliance

A collaborator in Lostwing.

In order to make a new village to replace Lostwing, which was submerged in an aether pool, he lives with the comrades that became his family and looks after the vineyards.
At the same time, he signed onto the Triple Alliance at Clive’s request. He was to play a role in keeping the people away from conflict and stabilizing their lives.

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Martha

Martha — Synopsis

A collaborator and the proprietress of Martha’s Inn.

While she runs the relay station town all by herself, she also supports the Hideaway’s operations.
As well as informing the Hideaway of the current state of the Vassal State of Rosaria, she also [makes] accommodations so that the identities of the companions who stop by [the inn] are not known.

Martha — Retaking Eastpool

A collaborator and the proprietress of Martha’s Inn.

She established a collaborative relationship with 《The Guardians of the Embers》 and helped them and the Bearers move to Eastpool.
Afterwards, she continued to interact with Wade and has continued to support the village.

Martha — Thoughts on Bearers

A collaborator and the proprietress of Martha’s Inn.

She has been secretly protecting Bearers since before she met the previous Cid.
She keeps watch over Eastpool with 《The Guardians of the Embers》 while hoping that one day, all Bearers can obtain a life as a person with their own hands.

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Bernard

Bernard — Synopsis

A carpenter employed by Martha’s Inn.

He has a reputation for being the most skilled [carpenter] in the town because of his quick and solid work.
He was entrusted with examining and repairing the bridge leading to Eastpool.

Bernard — Afterwards

A carpenter employed by Martha’s Inn.

He has a reputation for being the most skilled [carpenter] in the town because of his quick and solid work.
He is from Cressida, a ghost town, and got married recently.

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Isabelle

Madame — Synopsis

A collaborator in Northreach.

She is looking into the movements of the Sanbreque Army and sending information to the Hideaway.
It seems her help is needed in order to get through the Northreach checkpoint.

Isabelle — The Veil of Night

A collaborator and the owner of 《The Veil of Night》, a brothel in Northreach.

A prostitute with the alias, “The Queen of Night”, she combines cultural sophistication and elegance and has a reputation of being a person of character not only with the brothel’s clients, but with the market’s shopkeepers.
People call her 《Madame》 out of respect.

Isabelle — For Northreach

A collaborator and the owner of 《The Veil of Night》, a brothel in Northreach.

She once worked as a prostitute named Carla in the Crystalline Dominion. At that time, she fell in love with a young male Bearer and moved to Northreach.
She feels a deep debt of gratitude to the town and to 《The Veil of Night》 for continuing to support her even after her lover’s death.

Isabelle — Relationship to the People of Water

A collaborator and the owner of 《The Veil of Night》, a brothel in Northreach.

She is an old friend of Shula, the clan head of the People of Water.
She tries to save Waljas by telling [Shula] about 《Cid, the High Criminal》, and [sent] a letter to the Hideaway [as an] intermediary.
She has established a collaborative relationship with the People of Water by supplying their village with goods and accepting those who are willing to work while hiding their origin at 《The Veil of Night》

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Philippe

Philippe — Synopsis

A Sanbreque soldier stationed at Northreach.

He loves Isabelle, the Queen of Night, and Northreach.
In the town’s crisis, he takes action and inspires the Sanbreque soldiers around him.

Philippe — For Northreach

A mercenary who protects Northreach.

Formerly, he was serving as as a stationed soldier in the town, but chose to become a mercenary himself as he had misgivings that Duke Oriflamme’s plans for a fortified city would cause Northreach’s defenses to be insufficient.
With Clive’s collaboration, he fights to protect his beloved Madame and town.

Collaborators — Dalimil Relay Station

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Viktor

Viktor — Synopsis

A collaborator who lives in Kostinice Refugee Town.

A guide in a refugee town with many ruffians.
There is not a rumor about what is happening in the town that does not reach his ears.
He has been associated with the Hideaway since [the time of] the previous Cid, and is concerned about Clive, who inherited the name at a young age.

Viktor — At Dalimil Relay Station

A collaborator who [travels] back and forth between Kostinice Refugee Town and Dalimil Relay Station.

While visiting Dalimil Relay Station to buy up [goods], he helped subdue bandits there and grew fond of [the town]. He frequently [travels] back and forth between [the relay station] and the refugee town.
He is close with L’ubor and is well liked by the town’s residents.

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L’ubor

The Ear of the Desert — Synopsis

A collaborator the previous Cid was personally connected to.

Also known as 《Růžena Dalimil》.
Since communication [with them] ceased after Cid’s death, they are shrouded in mystery, except that they live in the Dalimil Relay Station.

L’ubor — The Briar’s Kiss

A collaborator and the shopkeeper of 《The Briar’s Kiss》, the smithy at Dalimil Relay Station.

The name 《Růžena Dalimil》, the Ear of the Desert, is his alias as a collaborator, and he is officially known as L’ubor, the Blacksmith.

L’ubor — As a Bearer

A collaborator and the shopkeeper of 《The Briar’s Kiss》, the smithy at Dalimil Relay Station.

He calls himself 《Růžena Dalimil》, the Ear of the Desert, and recognizes that Clive is worthy of trust as the second Cid.
His name was promoted as one of the candidates to be Dalimil’s Chief, but he was isolated when he was exposed as a Bearer.

L’ubor — Inauguration as Chief

The Chief of Dalimil Relay Station, a collaborator and the shopkeeper of 《The Briar’s Kiss》, the smithy at Dalimil Relay Station.

Although he was expelled from the town when [the people] around him found out he was a Bearer, he could not abandon the residents who were threatened by Akashic.
After the Vigilante and Support Groups joined forces to lead a successful operation to subdue the Akashic, he was formally chosen to be chief.

Kokuyōka: “chosen” can also be “selected/elected”.

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Ferda

L’ubor’s subordinate at Dalimil Relay Station.

Accompanied by his underlings, he conducts intelligence operations in Dalimil Relay Station.
Originally he was a bandit, but he turned over a new leaf when he was given work by L’ubor’s mentor.
Later on, after [L’ubor’s] mentor passed away, he did did not forget his debt of gratitude and works as L’ubor’s subordinate.

Drika

A war orphan living at Dalimil Relay Station.

A kind and intelligent girl. She and Rens are as close as sister and brother, [even though] they are not related by blood.
When she had collapsed in the street without a place to live or anything to eat, she was saved by L’ubor, and has adored him like an older brother ever since.
She likes to listen attentively to the gossip of the town’s adults.

Rens

A war orphan living at Dalimil Relay Station.

A lively and straightforward boy. He and Drika support each other, [even though] they are not related by blood.
When he had collapsed in the street without a place to live or anything to eat, he was saved by L’ubor, and has adored him like an older brother ever since.
He observes the work of the town’s adults and often helps them.

Konrad

The shopkeeper of a diner at Dalimil Relay Station.
The leader of the Vigilante Group.

He is highly popular among the crystal miners and the town’s residents.
When bandits started assaulting the town, he insisted that a mercenary group should be hired with city funds.
Later, he changed his mind and began leading the Vigilante Group in order to protect the relay station with their own power.

Natalie

An influential person in the chamber of commerce at Dalamil Relay Station.
The leader of the Support Group.

She has the support of the likes of wealthy merchants and the manager of the large bathhouse.
When bandits started assaulting the town, she tried to get through the situation by presenting them with money and goods.
Later, she changed her mind and began leading the Support Group to protect the town from bandits and to stock the goods needed for daily living.

Collaborators — Other Dhalmekian Towns

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Eloise

Eloise — Synopsis

The owner of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

Even though her shop has only been established in Boklad Market for one generation, she is known as [Boklad Market’s] most profitable courier.

Eloise — Thoughts on Her Younger Brother

A collaborator and the owner of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

She has a talent for business no one in town can match.
Since leaving the house she was born in with her younger brother, who is a Bearer, she and her brother have lived without asking for other people’s help.

Eloise — The Separation of Sister and Brother

A collaborator and the owner of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

She was born into a wealthy merchant’s house in Kanver.
She was expected to have a talent for business and grew up without [any] inconveniences. When their parents learned that her younger brother, Theodore, was a Bearer, they abandoned the house they were born in to protect his life.
While mourning Theodore’s death, she swears to continue protecting Bearers with his memories in her heart.

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Theodore

Theodore — Synopsis

A member of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

He is Elouise’s younger brother and cares about his older sister.
He uses his great physical strength in the courier business.

Theodore — Thoughts on His Older Sister

A collaborator and a member of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

He leaves all of the [business] operations to his older sister, Eloise, while he himself takes on the the role of a bodyguard.
He has experience with fighting bandits and monsters that are after the cargo and has gotten out of many crises.

Theodore — The Separation of Sister and Brother

A collaborator and a member of 《The Crimson Caravans》, a courier [service] in Boklad Market.

He was proceeding with improving a ghost town in order to protect Bearers [there], but when he stayed in an aether pool, he turned Akashic.
In his dying moments, he regained himself, and took his own life while wishing Eloise happiness.

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Honza

An orphan who was working as a pickpocket under the Gravel Brigade.

Together with some other children, he was protected by Eloise and began working and earning wages.
He promises to be Goetz’s first customer when Goetz becomes a blacksmith.

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Zoltan

Zoltan — Summary

The mayor of Dravoz, a blacksmithing village.

He is the best blacksmith in the village and is thoroughly equipped with the temperament of a leader.
After an argument, he parted ways with Blackthorne, who grew up under the same mentor, and they have been estranged for a long time.

Zoltan — Mayor of Dravoz

A collaborator and the mayor of Dravoz, a blacksmithing village.

[The village] encountered many difficulties, such as a slump in the blacksmithing business as magic weakened and an assault by Akashic approaching from an aether pool, but with Clive and Blackthorn’s cooperation, the village avoided the crises.

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Cyril

Cyril — Synopsis

A collaborator and a part of the Phoenix Religious Order who is based in Tabor.

Concealed in Tabor in the Republic of Dhalmekia, he investigates Ultima and conducts intelligence operations. In accordance with the orders of Joshua, the sect leader of the religious order, he collaborates with Clive.

Kokuyōka: “a part” here is literally “one wing”. This is likely from a Japanese idiom that is literally “to shoulder one wing” and means “to play a part/share a burden”. Yes, the Japanese likes its bird-related puns when it comes to the Phoenix Religious Order.

Cyril — The Phoenix Religious Order

A collaborator and a part of the Phoenix Religious Order who is based in Tabor.

Like the other order members, he has sworn to dedicate himself entirely to the order and will not hesitate to loose his life for the sake of his cause.
He accepts that the way he and the order members [live] is also living as a person, and he shows his gratitude to Clive for his thoughts about those who lost their lives.

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Jote

Margrace’s Attendant — Synopsis

An attendant traveling with the man who calls himself Margrace.

Like her lord, her goals and origin are completely unknown.

Joshua’s Attendant — Traveling With Joshua

An attendant who travels with Joshua.

She thinks only of Joshua, the Dominant of Phoenix, and does not hesitate to direct her blade at anyone who would do him wrong.
She worries for Joshua, and is always concerned about his body’s [condition].

Jote — The Phoenix Religious Order

Joshua’s attendant and a part of the Phoenix Religious Order.

She was continually looking after Joshua for a long time after he became unconscious in the Phoenix Gate incident.
She became Joshua’s attendant after his recovery and left with him to investigate Ultima.
Jote is an alias, and no one knows her true name.

Kokuyōka: “a part” here is literally “one wing”. This is likely from a Japanese idiom that is literally “to shoulder one wing” and means “to play a part/share a burden”. Yes, the Japanese likes its bird-related puns when it comes to the Phoenix Religious Order.

Jote — Thoughts on Joshua

Joshua’s attendant and part of the Phoenix Religious Order.

Beyond a sense of duty to serve the Archduke’s House, she has strong and deep affection for Joshua.
After [coming to] live in the Hideaway, she is accepting of her new life, although she is worried about Joshua.

Rosaria

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Elwin

Elwin — Synopsis

The Archduke of the Duchy of Rosaria.

His full name is Elwin Rosfield.
He is the father of Clive and Joshua and has an over-serious personality and excels in both literary and military arts.
He is known by his people as a wise ruler for his great achievement of pacifying the northern part of the Wind Continent.

Elwin — The Archduke of Rosaria

The Archduke of the Duchy of Rosaria.

At the early death of former Archduke Dominant, he ascended the throne as Archduke as a link to the next generation.
He is a good father to Clive and Joshua and is adored by many of his people.
He is a wise ruler who wishes for peace for Rosaria.

Elwin — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The final Archduke of Rosaria.

When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, he was killed by Sanbreque soldiers disguised as his allies.
He overflowed with consideration and also acted mercifully towards his Bearers.
Now that the Archduke is deceased, his noble spirit is fading from Rosaria’s people.

Elwin — As a Father

The final Archduke of Rosaria.

He lost his life in the Phoenix Gate Assault.
During his lifetime, he endeavored to change the political situation and put effort into improving the treatment of Bearers.
The context for this was his sympathy with his descendants who harbored the Dominant’s power and used magic with their flesh and blood.
For the House of the Archdukes, he prepared matching bracelets, wishing that the bond between his sons would continue.

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Anabella

Anabella — Synopsis

The Archduchess of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Her full name is Anabella Rosfield.
She is the wife of Archduke Elwin and the biological mother of Clive and Joshua.
She is highly proud and respects [social] status and position.
While she pours out affection on a very young Joshua, she does not think pleasantly of Clive, the heir, or Jill, who came from the North.

Anabella — At Rosalith Castle

The Archduchess of the Duchy of Rosaria.

She and Archduke Elwin are cousins related by blood, and as his wife, she had two children, Clive and Joshua.
While she thinks adversely of her older son, Clive, in whom Phoenix’s power did not awaken, she pours out affection on her youngest son, Joshua, who is the Dominant.

Anabella — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The Archduchess of the Duchy of Rosaria.

She had children with Archduke Elwin, who is her older cousin and related to her by blood.
In fact, she was convinced that the bloodline of the Dominant was in herself and burned with secret ambitions.
She was the mastermind behind the plot where she secretly communicated with the Empire of Sanbreque, who she had an alliance with, and had them launch a night raid on Phoenix Gate.

Anabella — Annexation by Sanbreque

The Divine Empress of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Her full name is Anabella Lesage.
She is also Clive’s biological mother.
She was once the Archduchess of Rosaria, but betrayed her country though secret communications with the Empire of Sanbreque.
In the Rosaria Region, which is now a vassal state of the Empire, she laid down such a tyrannical regime it is hard to believe she was once its Archduchess.

Anabella — Birth of Olivier

The Divine Empress of the Empire of Sanbreque.

For a while after Rosaria became a vassal state, she was living in the Empire under the pretext of being a prisoner of war, but later on, she married Sylvestre and gave birth to Olivier.
Currently, she is the Viceroy of the Vassal State of Rosaria, where she laid down such a tyrannical regime it is hard to believe she was once its Archduchess.

Anabella — Oliver’s Ascension to the Throne as Divine Emperor

The Divine Empress Dowager of the Empire of Sanbreque.

While she laid down a tyrannical regime in Rosaria as Viceroy of the Vassal State, she operated behind the scenes to have Olivier, the son she had with Sylvester, ascend to the imperial throne.
Because he was thought to be a central figure in mediating the ceasefire with Dhalmekia, Olivier was enthroned as the Divine Emperor, and [Anabella] herself became the Divine Empress Dowager.

Anabella — Her Last Moments

The Divine Empress Dowager of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Although her ambitions are fulfilled when Olivier, who she blindly loves, ascended the throne as Divine Emperor, she is reunited with her biological children, Clive and Joshua, in the Crystalline Dominion.
Furthermore, when she saw Oliver be killed by Dion and then disappear, she could not accept reality any longer and committed suicide.

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Murdoch

Murdoch — Synopsis

The General of the Duchy of Rosaria.

His full name is Rodney Murdoch.
He is Clive’s sword-master and also is the Archduke’s guard.
He has a composed and enthusiastic [personality] and is very popular with his subordinates.

Murdoch — At Rosalith Castle

The General of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He is trusted by Archduke Elwin and is in a position where he is asked for various opinions about military affairs.
Also, he himself respects Elwin as more than just an archduke he must serve.

Murdoch — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The General of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Clive’s sword-master who has the trust of Archduke Elwin.
When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, he was swallowed up in the flames released by a mysterious summoned beast.

Murdoch — At Eastpool

The General of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He was Clive’s sword-master and it can be said he was a friend of Archduke Elwin’s.
When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, he was swallowed up in the flames of Ifrit, which Clive had let go out of control and he is now deceased.

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Hanna

Hanna — Synopsis

The wife of General Murdoch of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Her full name is Hanna Murdoch.
She lives in Eastpool.

Hanna — At Eastpool

The wife of General Murdoch of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Because her husband Rodney did not return from Phoenix Gate, she lived in Eastpool as a widow.
She reunited with an adult Clive and Jill and handed over to Clive the equipment she had been entrusted with by the deceased Archduke Elwin.

Hanna — Her Last Moments

The wife of General Murdoch of the Duchy of Rosaria.

After becoming a widow, she lived in Eastpool, but lost her live when her village was assaulted by Sanbreque soldiers under Anabella’s command.

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Oscar

Oscar — Synopsis

The nephew of General Murdoch of the Duchy of Rosaria.

His full name is Oscar Murdoch.
He was originally working for Wade as a member of 《The Guardians of the Embers》, but volunteered to be Clive’s attendant in order to learn the aspirations of a knight of Rosaria.

Oscar — Retaking Eastpool

The nephew of General Murdoch of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Since [coming to] live in the Hideaway as Clive’s attendant, he has been concerned about the restoration of Eastpool, his aunt’s hometown.
He got permission from Clive to visit her grave, and he was pleased at the opportunity to return to the village.

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Wade

Wade — Synopsis

A knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He is Murdoch’s subordinate and accompanied Clive when he went to investigate Stillwind.
Originally, he was a page from a low-class background, but he aspired to the path of [becoming] a knight after a very young Joshua saved his life.

Wade — The Phoenix Gate Assault

A knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He is Murdoch’s subordinate and accompanied Clive when he went to investigate Stillwind.
When Phoenix Gate is assaulted, he helps Archduke Elwin and Joshua escape, but is swallowed up in the flames of the out-of-control Phoenix.

Wade — The Guardians of the Embers

A former knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

When Phoenix Gate was assaulted, his whereabouts became unknown. Now he is based in the ruins of the Lazarus District and leads 《The Guardians of the Embers》, which is formed of people who aspire to be knights of Rosaria.

Wade — Collaborating with Martha

A collaborator with the Hideaway and a former knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He leads 《The Guardians of the Embers》 and continues to fight to protect the people of Rosaria and Bearers.
He was based in the Lazarus District, but moved his residence to Martha’s Inn due to the outbreak of an aether pool. Now he is collaborating with the relay station’s mercenary group to defend the town.

Wade — Retaking Eastpool

A collaborator with the Hideaway and a former knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Clive and 《The Guardians of the Embers》 fought together to retake Eastpool from bandits and migrated there with the Bearers they were protecting.
With the help of Martha, who he has a cooperative relationship with, he continues to develop the ruined village.

Wade — The Mayor of Eastpool

A collaborator with the Hideaway and a former knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He leads 《The Guardians of the Embers》 and is Mayor of Eastpool.
He swears to continue fighting for the citizens of his beloved homeland as a knight of Rosaria, while staying close to the Bearers as they begin their way of life as people.

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Tyler

Tyler — Synopsis

A knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He accompanied Clive when he went to investigate Stillwind.
Born into a family of knights in the Duchy of Rosaria, he followed in his father’s [footsteps] and became a knight. Now he acts as Murdoch’s right-hand man.

Tyler — The Phoenix Gate Assault

A knight of the Duchy of Rosaria.

He accompanied Clive when he went to investigate Stillwind.
When Phoenix Gate is assaulted, he helps Archduke Elwin and Joshua escape, but is swallowed up in the flames of the out-of-control Phoenix.

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Byron

Byron — Synopsis

The Feudal Lord of the gulf city of Port Isolde.

His full name is Byron Rosfield.
He is also the younger brother of the deceased Archduke Elwin of Rosaria and the uncle of Clive and Joshua.
He is named among the powerful nobles called the Seven Families of Rosaria and is famous as both a nobleman and a highly wealthy merchant who travels all over the continent.

Byron — At Port Isolde

The Feudal Lord of the gulf city of Port Isolde.

He is Clive and Joshua’s uncle and still adores his deceased brother Elwin.
He was stripped of his authority to be involved in ruling Rosaria when it became a vassal state, but he guarantied his [social] status by paying heavy taxes.
Using his trading business as a front, he supports 《The Guardians of the Embers》, who aspire to be knights of Rosaria.

Byron — Collaborating with Clive

The Feudal Lord of the gulf city of Port Isolde.

As Clive and Joshua’s uncle, he supports their fight in various ways.
For a long time, he had resigned himself to [being in] a position of being oppressed by Anabella, but his nephew’s way of life encouraged him to collaborate with Clive.

Byron — The Triple Alliance

The Feudal Lord of the gulf city of Port Isolde.

As Clive and Joshua’s uncle, he supports both of them in their fight against Ultima.
Swearing to oppose the chaotic world situation and protect the people living in it, he formed the Triple Alliance with the like-minded Havel of Dhalmekia and Quinten of Sanbreque.

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Rutherford

Rutherford — Synopsis

Byron Rosfield’s head steward.

He runs all of the housekeeping in Byron’s mansion all by himself, including showing guests around and preparing meals.

Rutherford — Investigating Wind Continent

Byron Rosfield’s head steward.

Usually, he runs all of the mansion’s housekeeping all by himself, but he also participates in external operations in accordance with his master’s orders.
Currently, he is collaborating with the steward of another House to go throughout the Wind Continent and investigate the situation in every country.

Sanbreque

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Sylvestre

Sylvestre — Synopsis

The Divine Emperor of the Empire of Sanbreque.

His full name is Sylvestre Lesage.
He has a son, Dion, the Dominant of the summoned beast Bahamut, and with his power behind him, he attained the position of Divine Emperor, the head of the state.

Sylvestre — Olivier’s Enthronement as Divine Emperor

The Abdicated Divine Emperor of the Empire of Sanbreque.

He had a son, Olivier, with Anabella, who he married as Divine Empress.
After that, he granted Anabella and Olivier’s many interests, and finally, when he handed over the position of Divine Emperor to his son, he called himself a living god who even accompanied the Divine Emperor.

Sylvestre — His Last Moments

The Abdicated Divine Emperor of the Empire of Sanbreque.

When he was a nobleman, he got in contact with the Archduchess Anabella, and together, they planned to make the Duchy of Rosaria a vassal state.
After he ascended the throne as Divine Emperor, he married Anabella as Empress and had a son with her, but he did not notice the plot she was devising against him.
In the Crystalline Dominion, he protected the Divine Emperor Oliver and his life ended when he was pierced by Dion’s spear.

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Olivier

Olivier — Synopsis

The second prince of the Empire of Sanbreque.

His full name is Olivier Lesage.
He is the son of the Divine Emperor Sylvestre and the Divine Empress Anabella, and is Dion’s half-brother.
He is taken out on various official duties by his mother, Anabella.

Olivier — Enthronement as Divine Emperor

The new Divine Emperor of the Empire of Sanbreque.

He is treated as the leading mediator who drew up the cease-fire agreement proposal from the Republic of Dhalmekia.
For this achievement, he inherited the Divine Imperial Throne from his father, Sylvestre.

Olivier — His Last Moments

The Divine Emperor of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Soon after inheriting the position of Divine Emperor from his father, Sylvetre, he was named a traitor by his brother Dion’s rebellion.
He urges his brother, who killed Sylvestre, with behavior that is not like a child’s, but in reality, he has turned into Ultima’s puppet. In his final moments, he is struck by the spear of Dion, who regained himself, and disappears.

Kokuyōka: “urges” is more usually “approaches”, but given how that scene plays out, “urges” better fits what Oliver actually does.

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Duke Oriflamme

The Head Sage — Synopsis

The Chairman of the Senate of the Empire of Sanbreque.

He is the head of the Five Sages whom the Senate is compiled of.
He is in the position responsible for the administration of the imperial capital, and he has absolute confidence in his own authority.

The Head Sage — Collapse of the Crystalline Dominion

The Chairman of the Senate of the Empire of Sanbreque.

He was the head of Five Sages who were responsible for governing the Empire of Sanbreque and was known to the people as Duke Oriflamme before the transfer of the capital.
After the collapse of the Crystalline Dominion, he escaped to Northreach together with his family and planned an urban project involving the army and residents in order that Northreach [would be] a new base to rebuild Sanbreque from.

The Head Sage — For Northreach

The Chairman of the Senate of the Empire of Sanbreque.

His urban project plan for a citadel using Norvant Fortress as a stronghold lead to friction between Northreach’s army and residents, but he changed his thinking when he personally saw the people trying to oppose the monsters to protect the town.
Since then, he has been searching for a way to join forces with the residents for the sake of Northreach.

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Sabine

Sabine — Synopsis

The only daughter of Duke Oriflamme, the Head Sage.

She and her father escaped from the Crystalline Dominion and finally arrived in Northreach.
As a noble, she is highly culturally sophisticated and also interested in politics, but she is dissatisfied with her father, who does not heed the people’s opinions.

Sabine — For Northreach

The only daughter of Duke Oriflamme, the Head Sage.

She incited many residents to rebel against her father, who was trying to use Northreach as a stepping stone for Sanbreque’s rebuilding.
After reconciling with her father, everyone joined forces and swore to make Northreach a good town.

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Tiamat

Tiamat — Synopsis

A Bearer-Soldier of the Empire of Sanbreque.

The commanding officer of the Assassination Unit Wyvern belongs to.
The top-secret Dominant of Shiva Assassination Mission unfolded in the Nysa Gorge, where the Republic of Dhalmekia and the Iron Kingdom clashed.
The name Tiamat is an alias used on operations, and no one knows his real name, but there are rumors that he is a bastard son of the nobility.

Tiamat — His Last Moments

A Bearer-Soldier of the Empire of Sanbreque.

As the commanding officer of the Assassination Unit, he and his companions carried out the Dominant of Shiva Assassination Mission.
During the mission, he opposed Clive Rosfield, also known as Wyvern, and died after a battle.

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Biast

A Bearer-Soldier of the Empire of Sanbreque.

The member of the Assassination Unit Wyvern belongs to.
He has been in the same unit as Tiamat for a long time and trusts him as his commanding officer.
He died when he was crushed under a rock face that collapsed while carrying out a mission.
The name Biast is an alias used on operations, and no one knows his real name.

Aevis

A Bearer-Soldier of the Empire of Sanbreque.

The member of the Assassination Unit Wyvern belongs to.
He lost his life in a counterattack by the Iron Kingdom Army while while carrying out a mission.
The name Aevis is an alias used on operations, and no one knows his real name.

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Terence

Terence — Synopsis

The leader of the bodyguards in the Sanbreque Imperial Army who serves Dion Lesage.

Like his lord, Dion, he was appointed as a dragoon, but he carries a sword instead of a spear in order to fulfill his duties as a guard.

Terence — Relationship with Dion

The leader of the bodyguards in the Sanbreque Imperial Order of Holy Knights Dragoon.

He serves as Dion’s close aid.
He comes from middle-class nobility, and has been a friend and attendant of Dion’s since childhood.
Now they are in love with each other.

Terence — Relationship with Dion

The leader of the bodyguards in the Empire of Sanbreque’s Order of Holy Knights Dragoon.

He serves as Dion’s close aid.
He comes from middle-class nobility, and has been a friend and attendant of Dion’s since childhood.
They are now in love with each other.

Terence — At Ran’dellah

The leader of the bodyguards in the Empire of Sanbreque’s Order of Holy Knights Dragoon.

He is Dion’s definitely trusted right-hand man and his beloved boyfriend.
He joined with Dion, who he had been searching for after the collapse of the Crystalline Dominion and they headed to Ran’dellah with their troops.
On Dion’s orders, he withdrew from the war front to protect Kihel, a girl selling medicine.

Dhalmekia

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Havel

A Dhalmakian Staff Officer — Synopsis

A solider of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Originally, he was an extraordinarily shrewd general on the battlefield, but since the rise of Hugo Kupka, he was removed from the field because of his advanced age, and took up the job of a staff officer.

Havel — At Ran’dellah

A staff officer in the Army of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

His full name is Eugen Havel.
Originally, he was an extraordinarily shrewd general on the battlefield, but since the rise of Hugo Kupka, he was removed from the field because of his advanced age, and took up the job of a staff officer.
Even after everyone on the Council was killed and the country’s central [government] was falling, he remained in Ran’dellah, the capital city, to fight against the Akashic.

Havel — The Triple Alliance

A staff officer in the Army of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

He and Byron have been brothers-in-arms for many decades.
He signed the Triple Alliance in order to suppress the unprecedented chaos sweeping across all of Valisthea and took on the role of unifying the armies and soldiers.

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The Head Councilor

The Head Councilor — Synopsis

The Head Councilor of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

A powerful man who is the oldest and most experienced of the councilors, but he is unable to curb the actions of Hugo Kupka, who is a Dominant.

The Head Councilor — At Ran’dellah

The Head Councilor of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The Head Councilor had a strong voice in the Council, and there was unceasing feuding within the Council over his seat.
With the downfall of the Republic of Dhalmekia, it is unclear if he is alive or dead.

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An Informant

A member of a powerful rural family of Dhalmekia.

He was searching for the location of the Hideaway in order curry favor with Hugo Kupka, who was pursuing Cid, Benedkta’s foe.
He observed Clive and the others at Eastpool and informed [Hugo] of the location of the Hideaway.

Other Regions

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Gerulf

A Man from the Spy Unit — Synopsis

Benedikta’s confidant.

As well as being in Waloed’s Spy Unit, he is an elite member of it and Benedikta’s subordinate.
He adores his superior officer, Benedikta, and calls her “Miss”.

Gerulf — His Final Moments

Benedikta’s confidant.

After escaping from Novrant Fortress, he was feeling with Benedikta, who was exhausted [from having] Garuda’s power taken from her, when he was assaulted and killed by bandits.

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Imreann

Imreann — Synopsis

The High Priest of the Crystalline Orthodox Church.

A powerful person who preforms various rituals in the Crystal Shrine where Drake’s Breath is worshiped.
A devout believer in the Crystalline Orthodox Church, the state religion of the Iron Kingdom, he treats Bearers and Dominants, who can naturally use magic, as unclean beings.

Imreann — His Final Moments

The High Priest of the Crystalline Orthodox Church.

Despite loathing Bearers and Dominants, who can naturally use magic, he continued to toy with powerless Bearers with a ritual called Soul Purification.
He was murdered at Jill’s hands, who had arrived to destroy Drake’s Breath.

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Marleigh

A servant living on Drustanus Island.

Originally from the Duchy of Rosaria, she was taken prisoner in the Iron Kingdom Assault eighteen years ago.
Since then, she has been kept on Drustanus Island as a servant to take care of the Crystalline Orthodox priests.
She is a good friend of Jill’s, who was also a prisoner of the Iron Kingdom, and is like a foster parent to her.

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Kihel

A Medicine Girl — Synopsis

A refugee girl.

She collects medicinal herbs from various places to make into medicines and sells them.

Kihel — Nursing Dion

A girl selling medicine.

She drifted from Dhalmekia to the Crystalline Dominion, but was caught up in Bahamut’s rampage.
She narrowly escaped death, and was aiding the surrounding people when she ran into Dion who collapsed in front of her.

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Edda

Edda — Synopsis

A woman living in Eistia in the Kingdom of Waloed.

She was the only survivor in Eistia, which had become a deserted village with no survivors.

Edda — Afterwards

A woman in Eistia in the Kingdom of Waloed.

When the villagers lost their Ego-Selves and headed towards Fantasy Spire, she was the only one who retained her sanity.
When she was the only one remaining in Eistia, Clive and the others protected her, and she became a resident of the Hideaway afterwards.
It is thought the reason she survived was because her unborn child was a Bearer.

Historcial Characters

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Barnabas’ Mother

Barnabas’ Mother — Synopsis

Barnabas’ Mother.

Ultima uses his power to transform into various forms. He copied the form she had while alive and appeared before Barnabas.

Barnabas’ Mother — The Truth

A descendant of the People of Dzemekys who were left on the Outer Continent.

After crossing over to Valisthea with her son, she lost her life in a tribal conflict on the Ash Continent.
She strictly taught the doctrines of the Malius Faith to Barnabas. For Barnabas, she was both his beloved mother and mentor.

Kokuyōka: “mentor” here can also be “religious leader”.

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The Historian Moss

The Historian Moss — Synopsis

A renowned historian.

Among his studies concerning ancient Valisthea, he left much knowledge about mythology and folkore.
In his old age, he disappeared from the stage of history after receiving criticism from the academic community.

The Historian Moss — Moss’ Writings

A renowned historian.

The man Harpocrates looks up to as his mentor.
He had been conducting various studies on the Malius Faith and Ultima, but the academic community [thought] his theories were absurd.
Except for his writings, many of the results of those studies have been buried in the dark.

The Historian Moss — Relationship with Harpocrates

A renowned historian.

As an old man, Moss moved to a small village on the Outer Continent, where he met a very young Harpocrates and established a relationship with him that was like mentor and pupil, or grandfather and grandchild.
One day, he left behind a note for Harpocrates that said, 「Deepen your knowledge!」, and he disappeared together with his writings.

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The Silver Duke

The Chief ruling over the Northern Countries, and Jill’s father.

After the Northern Countries lost the war with the Duchy of Rosaria, he offered Jill as a sign of peace.

Ultima

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The Robed Man

A Dominant of Fire — Synopsis

A man who suddenly appeared before Clive in the middle of the Phoenix Gate Assault.

As he is the Dominant of the second Summoned Beast of Fire who killed his younger brother, Joshua, Clive continues to pursue his whereabouts.

The Man Called Margrace — The Fall of Novrant Fortress

An unidentified man Clive pursues as the Dominant of the second Summoned Beast of Fire.

He always wears a robe, and is working together with a female attendant.
They seem to be continually traveling with some sort of goal [in mind], but their true motive is not certain.

The Robed Man — A Dominant of Fire

The unidentified man Clive pursues.

The true nature of the Dominant of the second Summoned Beast of Fire, who killed Joshua, was Clive himself.
However, the true nature of the robed man who disappeared from Novrant Fortress and who Clive and Cid saw in the Eye of the Tempest is still unclear.

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Ultima

Ultima — Synopsis

A mysterious being who appeared at Drake’s Head.

He calls Clive “Mythos” and wants his body as a vessel, but his goal is unclear.
He tried to fuse with Clive using a strange power, but was sealed inside Joshua’s body when Joshua rushed in.

Ultima — Primordial Wedge

A mysterious being stirring behind unusual events and wars.

He calls Clive “Mythos”, and wants his physical body, but he hates that Clive’s Ego-Self gets stronger with the thoughts of various people.
He plans to invoke the magic of Primordial Wedge to sever the connections [between] the thoughts people have.

Kokuyōka: “stirring” is literally “wriggling/squirming”, like how a worm wriggles!

Ultima — A Spiritual Body

A mysterious being stirring behind unusual events and wars.

For the sake of achieving his ambitious goals, he wants Clive’s body, which took in the power of various summoned beasts, as his own vessel.
He is conjectured to be a being similar to a spiritual body without a [physical] body.

Ultima — The World’s Foundation

A mysterious being stirring behind unusual events and wars.

He wants Clive’s body as his own vessel and is trying to achieve his goal in various ways.
Barnabas, the King of Waloed, who worships Ultima as a god, is one man working towards that goal.
He desires for Clive to wake up as Mythos, and for his completion as a vessel.

Ultima — In the Space Between Dimensions

A primordial life-form and the being who produced magic and people in this world.
Long ago, he prospered by the power of magic, but at the cost of producing the Black Region, so he escaped to Valisthea.
After that, in order to make a new world where the Black Region would not arise, he collected aether through the Mothercrystals and created people to gain a robust body for the sake of using magic.

Ultima — The Truth

A primordial life-form and the being who produced magic and people in this world.
Driven from his homeland, which had been damaged by the Black Region, he finally arrived in Valisthea aboard Origin.
The family of only sixteen members made a plan to revive their lost brothers with the Complete Life Magic: Raise, and reign as a god in the new world.
They share each other’s knowledge and memories, and can gain mighty powers by fusing [together].

Dusk Crystal Traders & Sage Spire

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Famiel

Suspicious Young Man — Synopsis

The head of the trio mining dusk crystals.

A suspicious young man hiding himself in a hood.

Famiel — Connection to Dusk Crystals

The head of the trio mining dusk crystals.

He was seen as a black market dealer in Port Isolde, and after leaving the city, he was chased by bandits who were after the crystals.
He seems to know something about the connection between Sage Spire and the dusk crystals.

Famiel — At Sage Spire

The head of the dusk crystals dealers.

Together with his underlings Halek and Marnek, he penetrated Sage Spire and mined dusk crystals.
After the look of the sky changed, the interior of the spire began to overflow with dusk crystals, and he circulated part of the mined [crystal] onto the market.

Famiel — The Dusk Crystals’ Disappearance

The head of the dusk crystals dealers.

By using the dusk crystals he obtained in Sage Spire, he was trying to protect the way of life of his family, who had once been driven from their homeland by the Black Region.
When he learned from Clive’s speech that the Mothercrystals were the cause of the Black Region, he finally accepted the destruction of the artificial Core and the disappearance of the dusk crystals.

Famiel — As One of the People of Water

A migrating worker from the People of Water and the younger brother of the clan head, Shula.

After witnessing the disappearance of the dusk crystals in Sage Spire, he led Halek and Marnek back to the village.
He played the role of the father in 《The Ritual of Circulating Water》 to welcome Waljas.

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Halek

Halek — Synopsis

One of Famiel’s underlings.

A serious and careful young man.
He mined dusk crystals together with Marnek under Famiel.
He is a man of few words and follows Famiel as if he was his older brother and always supports him.

Halek — As One of the People of Water

A young man from the People of Water and one of Famiel’s underlings.

At Sage Spire, Clive saves him by a hair from being attacked by a magitek weapon. After witnessing the disappearance of the dusk crystals, he returned to the village.
He was preparing incense by collaborating with Marnek to make Famiel look good in the role of the father in 《The Ritual of Circulating Water》, when he ran across Clive again when he was attacked by a monster.

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Marnek

Marnek — Synopsis

One of Famiel’s underlings.

A timid yet naive young man.
He specializes in manual labor and mined dusk crystals together with Halek.
He respects and works with Famiel as if he was his older brother.

Marnek — As One of the People of Water

A young man from the People of Water and one of Famiel’s underlings.

After witnessing the disappearance of the dusk crystals in Sage Spire, he returned to the village. He worked with Halek to burn incense for Famiel, who took on the role of the father in 《The Ritual of Circulating Water》.
He is timid and unintentionally blurts out unnecessary things, which tends to make him angry, but he also does not balk at going even to the dangerous forest if it’s for Famiel’s sake.

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The Voice in Sage Spire

The Voice in Sage Spire — Synopsis

A mysterious voice that echoes in Sage Spire.

It says Clive and the others, who penetrated the spire, are hostile life and tries to eliminate them.
It is emmited from something that is not a person and it is conjectured to be made with the Sky Civilization’s magitek technology.

The Voice in Sage Spire — The Truth

A mysterious voice that was echoing in Sage Spire.

A being made with the Sky Civilization’s magitek technology that seems to control Sage Spire by itself.
In order to eliminate Clive and the others who had penetrated Sage Spire, it gave orders to the relics and magitek weapons under its control, but in the end, it ceased its activities with the disappearance of the artificial Core.

Mysidia

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Shula

Shula — Synopsis

The clan head of the People of Water.

In order to save the Dominant of Leviathan, she sent a letter to 《Cid, the High Criminal》, begging for assistance.
She seems to have a friendly relationship with Madame Isabelle of 《The Veil of Darkness》.
She set up a tent on the beach near Northreach to avoid attention and waited for Clive and the others.

Shula — As the Clan Head

The clan head of the People of Water.

In order to save Waljas, the Dominant of Leviathan, she set a letter to Clive, begging for help, and invited him to Mysidia.
She regards the actions of her ancestors who sealed Waljas as her family’s crimes, and is trying to atone for them as clan head.
She is a brave warrior who wields a battle-axe, and is also a Bearer skilled in using magic.

Shula — Releasing Waljas

The clan head of the People of Water.

Together with Clive and the others, she went to the Sanctuary of Time and released Waljas, who was being sealed with the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze.
She decided that from then on, she would raise him as [someone] precious as his foster parent.
Even though she is considering [letting] the village and the outside world interact, she is cautious about opening up the village.

Kokuyōka: “interact” has the idea of exchanging/interacting with other groups, like other cultures.

Shula — As One of the People of Water

The clan head of the People of Water, and Famiel’s older sister.

She has fulfilled her long-held wish of releasing Waljas and now watches over him as a foster parent.
To celebrate the birth of a baby, and welcome him into the family, she held 《The Ritual of Circulating Water》 and she herself took on the role of Waljas’ mother.

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Waljas

Waljas — Summary

The Dominant of the summoned beast Leviathan.

Around eighty years ago in Mysidia, he was born into the family of the clan heads of the People of Water.
He awakened as a Dominant shortly after birth, but he went out of control and manifested as Leviathan during a ceremony that was trying to utilize Waljas’ power.
His time is stopped along with [the time] of the large wave he pulled up then, and he is sealed in the form of a baby.

Waljas — The Truth

The Dominant of the summoned beast Leviathan.

Since Dominants have large amounts of aether inside their bodies, [Waljas’ body] was considered to be a substitute Core in the ceremony to produce the People of Water’s Mothercrystal. As a result of forcibly drawing out his aether, [Waljas] went out of control and manifested as Leviathan.
His time is stopped by the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, and the entirety of Neptune’s Wave Wall is sealed.

Waljas — The Out-of-Control Leviathan

The Dominant of the summoned beast Leviathan.

For around eighty years, his time was stopped by the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, but he was released at the hands of Shula and Jill.
However, right after, he manifested again due to the intervention of Ultima and caused a major storm.

Waljas — Releasing Waljas

The Dominant of the summoned beast Leviathan.

Right after being released from the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, he went out of control again due to the intervention of Ultima, who regarded Leviathan as an unclean being.
Ultima left Leviathan’s disposal to Clive, but he was rescued following a fierce battle with Clive, who manifested as Ifrit.

Waljas — As One of the People of Water

The Dominant of the summoned beast Leviathan.

For a long time, he was sealed up together with Neptune’s Wave Wall, but was released from the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze by the hands of Shula and the others, and returned to the village of the People of Water for the first time in around eighty years.
At 《The Ritual of Circulating Water》 that celebrates the birth of a baby, he was welcomed as a member of the People of Water once again and celebrated by everyone.

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Dalina

Dalina — Synopsis

A woman who assists the clan head of the People of Water.

She watches over the lives of the people as a stand-in for the clan head, Shula, who is frequently away from the village.
After Clive and the others visited, she followed Shula’s request and called for cooperation from the people of the village and planned accommodations [for them].

Dalina — The Witch’s Gravekeeper

A woman who assists the clan head of the People of Water.

Since the clan head, Shula, has a new duty as Waljas’ foster parent, she is working even harder to help her.
Since her great-grandmother took care of Ysay, the witch who devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, Dalina’s house has protected her grave for generations.

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Pavaat

The blacksmith of the village of the People of Water.

He tends to act unfriendly towards everyone, but is reliable blacksmith and engraver and even with the village’s limited equipment can complete magnificent work.
He and his wife, Wilda, have a good relationship even though they complain [about it].

Jamila

A former prostitute of the People of Water.

She was a migrating worker at the brothel 《The Veil of Night》 in Northreach, and fell in love with Harvey, a young man from Sanbrque who was a client of hers.
For the sake of her family, she left behind just a note and returned home to the village, but was reunited in Mysidia with her sweetheart who was following her.
Jamaila’s had just given birth to a child, and was named as Waljas’ wet nurse.

Fanet

The healer of the village of the People of Water.

She uses her knowledge of medicine and spells to keep the villagers healthy.
While taking care of Talor, who had fallen ill, she was investigating the Tonberry Tribe’s curse, thinking it was the origin of his illness.

Talor

An old man of the People of Water.

He is the father of Pavaat, the blacksmith.
He was afflicted by a physical illness that seemed to be the Tonberry Tribe’s curse.
In the past, he was chased and tortured by the Inquisition officials in Sanbreque, where he had gone to procure supplies when he was younger. He remembered his grudge [from that time] and dedicated offerings at the Tonberry Tribe’s alter.

Rowan

A Rosarian peddler trading at Martha’s Inn.

Ambrosia, known as 《The Heart of Rosaria》, saved him from a bandit assault.
He celebrated the reunion of Ambrosia and Clive by providing them with a harness and eye patch.
[Later], he shared with them Mimet Greens, which have a calming effect, that the chocobos needed to get to Mysidia by sea.

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Ysay

The Witch of the North — Synopsis

A northerner who was called a witch.

Around eighty years ago, she devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, to prevent the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal’s disappearance, but her plan failed.
Because of that, she was driven out of her country. When she was half-petrified and dying alone in Mysidia, she was saved by the People of Water and passed away after telling them about the existence of Freeze and how to manipulate it.

The Witch of the North — A Former Shiva

A northerner who was called a witch.

Around eighty years ago, she devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, to prevent the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal’s disappearance.
Deep inside the Sanctuary of Time, Freeze’s “keystone” is filled with Shiva’s aether, and it is conjectured that the Witch was a Dominant of Shiva.

Ysay — Connection to Mysidia

A former Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva.

Around eighty years ago, she devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, to prevent the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal’s disappearance.
She lived in Mysidia before the People of Water arrived, and was researching Freeze at the Sanctuary of Time.
It is said that at that time, Ysay had a “Witch’s Knight” at her side to protect her.

Valisthea

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Valisthea

Valisthea — Synposis

A land made up of two continents called the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Mothercrystals are enshrined by the people, and cities and nations are built around them.
It has developed due to the blessing of magic, but in recent years, [the Black] Region has been advancing and threatening people.

Valisthea — Drake’s Head Disappearance

A land made up of two continents called the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Mothercrystals are enshrined by the people, and cities and nations are built around them.
However, chaos is spreading following the disappearance of the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal, which appears to have been the work of Cid’s Faction.

Valisthea — Primordial Wedge

A land made up of two continents called the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Following a series of Mothercrystal disappearances, chaos is spreading throughout [Valisthea].
Furthermore, due to Primordial Wedge, the look of the sky was transformed, the aetheric balance collapsed in various places, and all sorts of anomalies began to occur.

Valisthea — The Truth of the Mothercrystals

A land made up of two continents called the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Long ago, Ultima escaped from the threat of the Black Region and discovered the pure land of Valisthea.
He planned for a world founded on new [world] principles. The Mothercrystals that were distributed in various places had the role of collecting the aether he needed for creating that world.

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The Wind Continent

A continent located in western Valisthea.

Its northern part is cold, its central part has a mild climate, and its southern part is warm year round. [Different] ethnic groups and cultures are rooted each region.

The Ash Continent

A continent located in eastern Valisthea.

The entire continent is a series of mountain ranges and sea cliffs with small amounts of lush nature and it is intensely eroded by the Black Region.
The only existing state is the Kingdom of Waloed.

The Hideaway

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Cid’s Hideaway

Cid’s Hideaway — Synopsis

A hideaway in the Black Region at the center of the Wind Continent.
It is the base of operations for Cid and His Crew.

Normally, the Black Region is not a environment people can live in, but after a long period of ingenuity and using the stable ruins from the era of the Sky Civilization, it has become possible for them to lead a life together with the Bearers they are protecting.

Cid’s Hideaway — Protecting Bearers

A hideaway in the Black Region at the center of the Wind Continent.
It is the base of operations for Cid and His Crew.

Protected Bearers in the Hideaway are given with warm meals and a safe place to sleep.
Because Bearers are forbidden from disobeying their master’s wishes, and are generally treated as slaves, many of them are initially bewildered by life in the Hideaway.

Cid’s Hideaway — Hugo’s Assault

Cid and His Crew’s hideaway that once existed in the Black Region at the center of the Wind Continent.

In 873 CC, Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of Titan, assaulted the Hideaway with his private army.
The Hideaway collapsed, and many of Cid’s compansions and the Bearers who were being protected lost their lives.

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Clive and His Crew’s Hideaway

A new hideaway in the Black Region at the center of the Wind Continent and the current base of operations for Clive and the others.

After Hugo assaulted the former Hideaway, it was rebuilt centered around Clive, who inherited Cid’s name.
It was built using airship ruins that were in Bennu Lake so that outside enemies could not easily get close to it.

Kokuyōka: “Clive” here is plural in Japanese, which includes all the people with Clive in the Hideaway. The people following Cid and Clive don’t really have an official group name in Japanese or English, but having a way to refer to them as a group is helpful for several Japanese translations.

Bennu Lake

A lake in the Black Region at the center of the Wind Continent.

The vast lake is dotted with airship ruins and is also called “The Airship Graveyard”.
Clive and the others built the new Hideaway using one of them.
The Hideaway only stands quietly because [Bennu Lake] is not visited by people as it is far from any trade routes and entirely surrounded by the Black Region.

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The Stone Swords

The Stone Swords — Synopsis

A combat unit Clive and His Crew’s Hideaway has.

They are given the Bearer Brand Removal Procedure and work outside [the Hideaway] to protect Bearers and investigate dangerous creatures.
There was a similar unit in the old Hideaway, and it was organized in the new Hideaway as 《The Stone Swords》.

The Stone Swords — Aptitude Test

A combat unit Clive and His Crew’s Hideaway has.

They are given the Bearer Brand Removal Procedure and work outside [the Hideaway] to protect Bearers and investigate dangerous creatures.
Otto gives instructions to the unit, and the whole unit is the responsibility of Doris, the commanding officer, and Cole, the vice-commanding officer.
Before enlisting, [people] are given a severe aptitude test.

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The Hideaway Assault

In 873 CC, Hugo Kupka led his private army to assault Cid’s Hideaway.

The Hideaway was made using strong ruins in the Black Region, but it completely collapsed due to the power of the summoned beast Titan.
Many lost their lives, including companions who had collaborated with Cid and Bearers who were being protected.

Rosaria — Key Information & Locations

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The Duchy and Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria

The Duchy of Rosaria — Synopsis

A country located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.
Its capital is Rosalith.

The duchy was founded by uniting small countries [together], and is ruled by the Archduke Elwin.
The country’s own Mothercrystal, Drake’s Breath, has been effectively controlled by the Iron Kingdom and has been disputed for many years.

The Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria — Annexation by Sanbreque

The former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

After the Phoenix Gate Assault in 860 CC, Rosaria lost its Archduke and its capital was invaded by the Iron Kingdom, while it was not under [anyone’s] control.
The battle lead to the country’s weakening, and it was integrated into the Empire of Sanbreque and became a vassal state.

The Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria — Anabella’s Tyrannical Rule

The former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

Weakened by the Archduke’s death and the Iron Kingdom’s invasion, it became a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque in 861 CC.
The tyrannical rule of the former Archduchess Anabella, who became the new Divine Empress, places people under surveillance and imposes heavy taxes.
Furthermore, the treatment of Bearers was far more intense than in the days of the duchy.

The Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria — The Rosalith Assault

The former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

After the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal disappeared, the people’s lives became more and more intense and various places are overflowing with refugees.
In 878 CC, Hugo Kupka’s Private Army assaulted Rosalith and many Sanbreque soldiers became causalities and [Sanbreque’s] control over the duchy as a vassal state started to loosen slightly.

The Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria — Sanbreque’s Destruction

The former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

For over a decade, it was a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque, under the tyrannical rule of Anabella, the Viceroy of the Vassal State.
However, in 878 CC, the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon led by Dion caused a rebellion and the Sanbreque homeland was destroyed.
In the middle of that, Anabella also died, and now [Sanbreque’s] control of Rosaria has become only a formality.

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Rosalith

Rosalith — Synopsis

The capital of the Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

Rosalith Castle, the residence of the Archduke, is located here and the castle town is lined with lively markets.
In recent years, it is overflowing with immigrants from the North, who have been robbed of their homes by the spread of the Black Region.

Kokuyōka: Both the castle and town name terminology have to do with the feudal system in Japan. “Residence” is literally “castle residence” and is specifically the castle a daimyō or feudal lord lives in. “Castle town” is “town below the castle” and is the town that develops around a daimyō or feudal lord’s castle with time.

Rosalith — Annexation by Sanbreque

The capital of the former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

After its annexation by the Empire of Sanbreque, Anabella, who became Divine Empress, established the Viceregency of the Vassal State.
Most of the population was dispersed or taken as captives in the pillage by Iron Kingdom when they took advantage of the civil war. Today, only a few people who are obedient to Sanbreque live there.

Rosalith — The Rosalith Assault

The capital of the former Duchy of Rosaria is located in the central-western part of the Wind Continent.

After its annexation by the Empire of Sanbreque, Anabella, who became Divine Empress, established the Viceregency of the Vassal State.
Although only a small part of the population remained after that, Hugo Kupka lead his own private army to assault it and the castle town collapsed.
Nearly all of the remaining population was driven out of the town.

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Rosalith Castle

Rosalith Castle — Synopsis

A castle located in Rosalith, the capital of the Duchy of Rosaria.

It is the residence of the Archduke and his family, and all the country’s politics are conducted here.
The robust castle has a castle town at its base and has a history since the country’s founding. Many successive generations of Archdukes lived in the castle and built up the prosperity of the duchy.

Kokuyōka: Both the castle and town name terminology have to do with the feudal system in Japan. “Residence” is literally “castle residence” and is specifically the castle a daimyō or feudal lord lives in. “Castle town” is “town below the castle” and is the town that develops around a daimyō or feudal lord’s castle with time.

Rosalith Castle — Annexation by Sanbreque

A castle located in Rosalith, the capital of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Once, it was the residence of the Archduke and his family, and all the country’s politics were conducted here.
After the Phoenix Gate Assault in 860 CC, the Duchy of Rosaria became a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque, and now Rosalith Castle and its castle town house the Imperial Army that is permanently stationed [in Rosaria].

Rosalith Castle — The Rosalith Assault

A castle located in Rosalith, the capital of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Once, it was the residence of the Archduke and his family, and all the country’s politics were conducted here.
After the Phoenix Gate Assault in 860 CC, it was ruled by the Empire of Sanbreque, but it was assaulted by Hugo Kupka and his private army and the castle town collapsed.
Rosalith Castle’s function is also ending.

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Phoenix Gate

Phoenix Gate — Synopsis

The fort is located in the northwest of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Originally built for the wars against the Northern Countries, it ended its role as a vital defensive [point] when the Duchy of Rosaria pacified the North.
Today it is mainly a place for performing sacred ceremonies and is used by the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix for the practice of seeking divine revelation about military affairs before a battle.

Phoenix Gate — The Phoenix Gate Assault

The fort is located in the northwest of the Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria, and only the site [of the demolished fort] remains there now.

In 860 CC, it collapsed right after the Pheonix Gate Assault by the Empire of Sanbreque, when two Summoned Beasts of Fire clashed.
Phoenix Gate, filled with piles of rubble, was abandoned after the Duchy of Rosaria became a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Phoenix Gate — The Underground Ruins

The fort is located in the northwest of the Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria, and only the site [of the demolished fort] remains there now.

Ancient ruins lie underground and before the Duchy of Rosaria was annexed, the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix was using them as a holy place to preform the Ceremony of Divine Revelation.
No one except the Dominant is allowed to enter the ruins.

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The Hall of Divine Revelation

The deepest part of the ruins underneath Phoenix Gate in the northwestern part of the Imperial Vassal Sate of Rosaria.

The altar is decorated with a huge mural and was used as a place for the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix to preform ceremonies before military affairs.

Rosaria — Organizations

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The Army of the Duchy of Rosaria

The regular army of the Duchy of Rosaria.

Command power is held by the Archduke, and a general appointed by the Archduke leads the army.
Some of those who are recognized for [being from] a prestigious family or for personal qualities are called “knights” and they have a role similar to royal guards and are the Archduke’s escorts.

Kokuyōka: “knight” here is the kanji term for it, and is therefore the job name, rather than a title.

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The Guardians of the Embers

The Guardians of the Embers — Synopsis

An organization in the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria that opposes the Viceregency’s tyrannical rule caused by Anabella.

It was organized around the duchy knights who survived the Phoenix Gate Assault in 860 CC.
Based out of Lazarus Street near Port Isolde, they continued to protect Bearers in various places.

The Guardians of the Embers — Collaborating with Martha

An organization in the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria that opposes the Viceregency’s tyrannical rule caused by Anabella.

It was organized around the duchy knights who survived the Phoenix Gate Assault in 860 CC.
After their base, Lazarus Street, was submerged in an aether pool, they cooperated closely with Martha.
[After] collaborating with her, they moved to Eastpool and now continue to protect Bearers and do other [projects].

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The House of the Rosfield Archdukes

The family line that serves as the sovereigns of the Duchy of Rosaria.

The Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix is born only in the bloodline of the House of the Archduke, and it is established that [the Dominant] will become the next Archduke when they come of age.

The Seven Families of Rosaria

Seven family lines that have supported the Duchy of Rosaria.

They are the lineages of the small countries that were competing [with each other] before Rosaria’s founding and remained as an influential nobility after the duchy’s founding.
Byron Rosfield, younger brother of Elwin, the Archduke, is one of them.
He also had a strong influence on politics, but was stripped of his authority after Rosaria was annexed.

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The Phoenix Religious Order

The Phoenix Religious Order — Synopsis

A group that supported the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria from behind the scenes.

They worship the summoned beast Phoenix and its Dominant as sect leader and coordinated the Ceremony of Divine Revelation at Phoenix Gate.
Only the heirs of the Archduke’s throne are permitted to contact them, and even after the duchy became a vassal state, they act according to the orders of Joshua Rosfield, the rightful heir to the Archduke’s House.

The Phoenix Religious Order — Investigating Ultima

A group that supported the House of the Archdukes of Rosaria from behind the scenes.

They worship the summoned beast Phoenix and its Dominant as sect leader and coordinated the Ceremony of Divine Revelation at Phoenix Gate.
Currently, they are investigating Ultima according to the orders of Joshua, the sect leader.
They prioritize their lord’s orders above all else, and will not hesitate to loose their lives for the sake of their cause.

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The Archduke’s Faction

People who adore and support Rosaria’s Archduke.

After Rosaria became a vassal state, it was oppressed by the Viceregency and the residents of Eastpool, who were sheltering Bearers, were regarded as the Archduke’s Faction and massacred.
Rosaria was founded by unifying [several] small competing countries, and the influential nobles of each small country [formed] Noble Factions to contend with the Archduke’s Faction.

Rosaria — Cities & Towns

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Martha’s Inn

A relay station located in the eastern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It is built centered around an inn and tavern on a plateau in the wetlands and has a mercenary station and a market.
For Rosaria’s people, who have experienced misfortune since [Rosaria] became a vassal sate of the Empire of Sanbreque, it is a place to alleviate their travel fatigue.

Kokuyōka: “relay station” is literally “inn place”. Much like the terms used to describe what type of castle and town Rosalith is, this is a term from historical Japan and refers to a specific type of town. In this case, one centered around being a place for travelers to rest and change horses and other forms of transportation.

The Bloodaxe Mercenary Group

A mercenary group hired by Martha’s Inn.

They established a post at the inn and are responsible for a wide range of jobs from eliminating bandits to escorting merchants.
The mercenary group continues to protect the town in place of the garrisoned soldiers of the Viceregency, who are unconcerned with Rosaria’s settlements.

Glaidemond Abbey

An abbey on a hill facing Sorrow Cove in the central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It was built after the Duchy of Rosaria became a vassal sate of the Empire of Sanbreque with the goal of spreading the Greagor All-Faith.
For that reason, its architecture is in the imperial style, which is rare in Rosaria.

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Eastpool

Eastpool — Synopsis

A settlement in the northern-central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

Once filled with rich farm land, the inhabitants have left and it is deserted as the Black Region from the North has eroded up to the village border.

Eastpool — The Eastpool Assault

A settlement in the northern-central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

Once filled with rich farm land, the Black Region from the North has eroded up to the village border.
After the Invasion of Rosaria by the Iron Kingdom in 860 CC, the people of the Archduke’s Faction and Bearers who had lost their masters secretly took refuge here, but the village was destroyed in an assault directed by the Divine Empress Anabella.

Eastpool — Retaking Eastpool

A settlement in the northern-central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

After the purge by Anabella, the Viceroy of the Vassal State, bandits settled into the deserted village.
With Clive’s help, the village was retaken, and became the place 《The Guardians of the Embers》 and the Bearers who had been taking refuge at Martha’s Inn moved to.

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The Eastpool Assault

In 873 CC, Eastpool, located to the northeast of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria, was assaulted.

Anabella, the Divine Empress of the Empire of Sanbreque, carries out a purge against the village’s Bearers and the Archduke’s Faction, who were sheltering them.
Eastpool was destroyed in the tragic incident.

Amber

A settlement located in the southern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It is in a mountainous region far away from urban areas, and [the people there] make their living by selling crops and wild plants they gather.

Auldhyl Shipyard

A shipyard located in the southern-central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

Originally a village of shipwrights, 《The Guardians of the Embers》, who resisted the Viceregency secretly protected Bearers [here].
However, when the Black Knights learned of that, they were purged as an example, and destroyed.

The Big Bewit Bridge

One of the aqueducts from the era of the former Duchy of Rosaria.

It spans the inland sea called the Phoenix Talon and connects the Rosalith area with the eastern part of Rosaria.
It was built to bring water to regions that did not have water sources to deal with the spread of the Black Region in the North, and was also intended to increase employment through its construction.
However, the project was canceled after Elwin’s death and now it only functions as a bridge.

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The Lazarus District

The Lazarus District — Synopsis

A district in the southwestern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria, nearby Port Isolde.

It once flourished as a center of the nobility, and had a glamorous aspect as the back room of Port Isolde.
After Rosaria became a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque, it was occupied by the Imperial Army, but the district was abandoned after Sanbreque’s relocation of the capital, and today is an place people do not come near.

The Lazarus District — Aether Pool Outbreak

A district in the southwestern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria, nearby Port Isolde.

It once flourished as a center of the nobility, and had a glamorous aspect as the back room of Port Isolde.
After the occupation and retreat of the Sanbreque Imperial Army, it became the base of 《The Guardians of the Embers》 who disguised themselves as bandits, but now it is uninhabited due to the outbreak of an aether pool.

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Port Isolde

Port Isolde — Synopsis

A city located in the western part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It is the largest city after Rosalith, and during Archduke Elwin’s reign in Rosaria, it was bustling with trading ships coming and going as a gulf port city.
Since becoming a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque, both its military bases and markets have been under the empire’s control, and its people are deprived of their freedom.

Port Isolde — After the Army’s Withdrawal

A city located in the western part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

After the Viceregency’s long tyrannical regime and a severe exclusion of refugees by the occupying forces, the army withdrew because of the chaos in the Sanbreque homeland due to the collapse of the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island.
It is currently guarded by mercenaries hired by Byron Rosfield, and is accepting refugees.

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Cressida Ghost Town

An ghost town in the central part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria, not far from Martha’s Inn.

With Rosaria becoming a vassal state and the expansion of the Black Region, the impoverished inhabitants left, and it is now a den of monsters and barbarian tribes.
Some of its former inhabitants live at Martha’s Inn.

Rosaria — Important Incidents

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The Phoenix Gate Assault

In 860 CC, the Empire of Sanbreque assaulted Phoenix Gate in the Duchy of Rosaria.

Archduke Elwin was murdered, and his two sons who were accompanying him are also thought to have died.
It started when Archduchess Anabella conspired with the Empire of Sanbreque and sent her country’s inside information [to them]. Officially, it was treated as an accident caused by the summoned beast Phoenix going out of control and the reality of it was buried in darkness.

The Annexation of Rosaria

In 861 CC, the annexation of the Duchy of Rosaria by the Empire of Sanbreque happened.

The Archduchess Anabella conspired with Sanbreque [for it to] assault Phoenix Gate.
The incident was covered up, but Rosaria lost its Archduke and was further weakened by the Iron Kingdom’s invasion.
It was annexed by Sanbreque, who was watching for an opportunity, and it became a vassal state.

Hugo’s Assault on Rosalith

In 878 CC, Hugo Kupka lead his private army in an assault on Rosalith Castle in the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

His goal was to get revenge for Benedikta Harman and to call out Clive Rosfield, who had inherited Cid’s name.
Rosalith Castle, and its castle town, which had turned into a battlefield, were engulfed in flames, which resulted in many casualties.

Rosaria — Geography

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Stillwind

A marshland extending northeast of Rosalith Castle.

A small village once existed [here] that was bustling with people, although not as many as [the villages] on the main road.
However, when monsters that had been driven from their habitat by the spread of the Black Region settled [in the area], people left and it became a ghost town.

Three Reeds Marsh

A marshland extending through the eastern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.
It is located on the south side of Martha’s Inn.

Some residents once settled there, but they gradually left due to environmental changes such as the flooding of the marshlands.

Hawk’s Cry Cliff

A strangely shaped rocky area extending through the southern part of the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It is a rugged place with uplifted bedrock and a settlement called Amber is across a mountain stream from it.

Sanbreque — Key Information & Locations

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The Empire of Sanbreque

The Empire of Sanbreque — Synopsis

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Its imperial capital is Oriflamme.

The largest religious state in the world with the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal in its territory. Its ruler is called the Holy Emperor.
Its people, who believe in Greagor as the one and only goddess, enjoy a rich livelihood with the aether that is brought in from Drake’s Head.

The Empire of Sanbreque — At Belenus Hill

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Its imperial capital is Oriflamme.

The largest religious state in the world with the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal in its territory.
It faces off with the Kingdom of Waloed across the Osa Strait and has had a connection with it since the Continental War in 865 CC and they clashed again in 873 [CC] at Belenus Hill.

The Empire of Sanbreque — Rosaria’s Annexation

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Its imperial capital is Oriflamme.

The largest religious state in the world with the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal in its territory.
The Senate has the responsibility of ruling, but the head of state, the Divine Emperor, holds the real power.
In 860 CC, it launched an assault on the Duchy of Rosaria, which later became a vassal state.

The Empire of Sanbreque — The Greagor All-Faith

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Its imperial capital is Oriflamme.

The largest religious state in the world with the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal in its territory. Its ruler is called the Divine Emperor.
From the legend that Greagor, the only goddess the people believe in, was accompanied by a dragon, [dragons] were established as sacred beasts, and the dragoons, the army elites, are the very symbol of them.

The Empire of Sanbreque — Drake’s Head Disappearance

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.

It had the Drake’s Head Mothercrystal, but it disappeared at the hands of Cid’s Faction in 873 CC.
Afterwards, it invaded the Crystalline Dominion, which it had already been planning to do.
The invasion caused repercussions, especially with the Republic of Dhalmekia, and the discord between them was final.

The Empire of Sanbreque — Olivier’s Enthronement as Divine Emperor

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Currently, the Theocracy is located in the Crystalline Dominion.

The one-sided invasion in 873 CC lead to tensions with other antagonistic countries and Sylvestre Lesage, the Divine Emperor, abdicated the imperial throne to his own son, Olivier.

The Empire of Sanbreque — Dion’s Rebellion

A country located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.
Currently, the Theocracy is established in the Crystalline Dominion.

In 878 CC, a civil war that was started by the rebellion of the Order of the Holy Knights Dragoon lead by Dion Lesage devastated the Crystalline Dominion and all the country’s political and military institutions were lost.
Even more, chaos spreads everywhere due to Ultima invoking Primordial Wedge.

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Oriflamme

Oriflamme — Synopsis

The imperial capital of the Empire of Sanbreque is located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.

It was built at the foot of Drake’s Head, on part of the peninsula overlooking Oillepheist Bay.
Important national institutions are concentrated in the city, such as Whitewyrm Castle, the Divine Emperor’s residence and where the Senate meetings are held.

Oriflamme — Drake’s Head Disappearance

The imperial capital of the Empire of Sanbreque is located in the northeastern part of the Wind Continent.

In 873 CC, after Drake’s Head disappeared due to Cid’s Faction, a secretly planned invasion of the Crystalline Dominion took place.

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Whitewyrm Castle

A castle located in Oriflamme, the imperial capital of the Empire of Sanbreque.

The chalk [white] castle is built back [against] the towering Drake’s Head Mothercrystal, overlooking the beautiful town spreading out from its base.

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Drake’s Head

Drake’s Head — Synopsis

The Mothercrystal the Empire of Sanbreque possesses.

It is so tall it touches the sky and towers over the imperial capital of Oriflamme at its base.
It is a symbol of the empire’s glory and prosperity, but recently, the surrounding area is being damaged by the Black Region, and the country’s upper echelons are searching for new abundant lands.

Drake’s Head — Drake’s Head Disappearance

The Mothercrystal the Empire of Sanbreque once possessed.

It was a symbol of the Empire’s glory and prosperity, and [something] the people relied on, but it disappeared in 873 CC when it was penetrated by Cid’s Faction.

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Drake’s Head Disappearance

In 873 CC, the Mothercrystal possessed by the Empire of Sanbreque disappeared.

It is conjectured that Cid’s Faction penetrated Drake’s Head from the imperial capital of Oriflamme and took advantage of the chaos [caused by] an aether pool occurring at the same time to do some sort of act that led to [Drake’s Head] disappearing.

Norvant Fortress

A fortress located in the central-southern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is at a strategic point down south of the imperial capital of Oriflamme and is known as one of the most solid fortresses in the empire.
In the fortress are [rooms] like a small living quarters, a church, a dungeon, and food storage, and it can withstand a siege.

Sanbreque — Organizations

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The Sanbreque Imperial Army

The regular army of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Formally, it is subject to the Senate; in reality, it operates at the Divine Emperor’s instruction.
On the battlefield, elite spearmen called “dragoons” are their core attackers, and they have defeated many fortifications with surprise attacks that put their [ability to jump] high to good use.

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The Assassination Unit

The Assassination Unit — Synopsis

A unit organized to assassinate Dominants.

Composed of a few elite members, it is secretly operating in Nysa Gorge in the Republic of Dhalmekia’s territory.

The Assassination Unit — At the Battle of Nysa Gorge

A unit organized to assassinate Dominants.

It is secretly operating in Nysa Gorge to assassinate the Dominant of the summoned beast Shiva, who the Iron Kingdom commands.
The unit members, including the commanding officer, Tiamat, are Bearer-Soldiers with a brand engraved on their cheeks.

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The Order of Holy Knights Dragoon

The Order of Holy Knights Dragoon — Synopsis

The elite knightly order of the Empire of Sanbreque.
Dion Lesage commands it as the order’s leader.

Knights, which are centered around the young people from the nobility, are assigned and receive the honor of being a Holy Knight Dragoon.
In 873 CC at the Battle of Belenus, they went to the warfront as the vanguard during the Empire’s national crisis.

Kokuyōka: The “knight” in the name is actually redundant in English as “dragoon” is literally “dragon knight” in Japanese.

The Order of Holy Knights Dragoon — Dion’s Rebellion

The elite knightly order of the Empire of Sanbreque.
Dion Lesage commands it as the order’s leader.

Knights, which are centered around the young people from the nobility, are assigned and receive the honor of being a Holy Knight Dragoon.
They have saved [the country] from many national crises, such as the Battle of Belenus in 873 CC, but they launched a revolt in the Crystalline Dominion to get revenge on the traitor Anabella.

Kokuyōka: “to get revenge on” can also have the idea of “to destroy”.

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Dragoons

Elite soldiers belonging to the Empire of Sanbreque.

They are characterized by [their ability to] wield long spears with ease and use high jumps while fighting. They are commissioned [after] receiving special training in the army.

The Order of Black Wing Knights

A special forces unit of the Viceregency of the Empire of Sanbreque [made] for carrying out the Bearer Purge.

It is composed of knights in black armor, as if it was the counterpart to the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon.
The names [of the people in it] are not revealed publicly. They are known and feared in Rosaria as the “Black Knights” because they were massacring Bearers in various places.

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The Black Knights

The Black Knights — Synopsis

Soldiers of a special forces unit belonging to the Viceregency of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is a unit established by the Viceroy of the Vassal State of Rosaria, and it is conducting Bearer Purges throughout Rosaria.

The Black Knights — Umbra Squad

Soldiers of a special forces unit belonging to the Viceregency of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is a unit established by Anabella, the Viceroy of the Vassal State of Rosaria and its main unit is called “Umbra Squad”.
Based on a philosophy of “eliminating the Vassal State of Rosaria’s defilement”, it is conducting Bearer Purges and eliminating the Archduke’s Faction, who are an obstacle to Anabella.

Kokuyōka: “defilement” is a term that will later be used by Imreann at Drake’s Breath to describe Bearers and Dominants.

The Black Knights — Lostwing Investigation

Soldiers of a special forces unit belonging to the Viceregency of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is a unit established by Anabella, the Viceroy of the Vassal State of Rosaria and it was used for Bearer Purges and eliminating the Archduke’s Faction, who were an obstacle to Anabella.
Some of the Black Knights were hired by the former Attorney-General of Sanbreque, to investigate the inhabitants of Lostwing, who were after his life.

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The Senate

A congress assisting the Divine Emperor’s administration in the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is composed of members called the Five Sages, of which the Head Sage is the chairman.
Officially, the Senate is granted political and military authority, but in reality, the Divine Emperor has absolute say.

The Five Sages

The five senators who control the Empire of Sanbreque’s government.

As the Senate, they assist the Divine Emperor’s administration. Each sage is called by their title.
The chairman is the Head Sage who is responsible for the imperial capital of Oriflamme. It is composed of four others who govern the eastern, western, southern and northern territories.

The Judicial Office

The government office that handles the judicial affairs of the Empire of Sanbreque.

In the past, Quinten served as a judicial officer and looked up to the justice and beliefs displayed by the Attorney-General of that time as [his own] ideals.
However, behind the scenes, he enjoyed hunting Bearers, and when Quinten became aware of it, [Quinten] accused him.
As a result, his family was massacred on the director’s instructions, and [Quinten] vowed [to take] revenge.

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The Viceregency of the Vassal State

The Viceregency of the Vassal State — Synopsis

The governing body of the Empire of Sanbreque that rules over the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

It is lead by the Viceroy of the Vassal State who has been allocated partial authority by the Divine Emperor of Sanbreque and has a base [of operations] in Rosaria.

The Viceregency of the Vassal State — Anabella’s Tyrannical Rule

The governing body of the Empire of Sanbreque that rules over the Imperial Vassal State of Rosaria.

The Divine Empress Anabella was allocated partial authority by the Divine Emperor Sylvestre and leads [the Viceregency] as the Viceroy of the Vassal State and has a base [of operations] in Rosaria.
A special forces unit, also called the Black Knights, is carrying out Bearer Purges and eliminating the Archduke’s Faction, according to Anabella’s expectations.

Sanbreque — Cities & Towns

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Lostwing

Lostwing — Synopsis

A settlement located in the central part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is in an area coming out of the northeast of the Greatwood Forest and was built centered around the ruins of an airship.
It once prospered as a trading stop, but it was deserted since a new main road was built and its name vanished from maps.

Lostwing — A Community of People and Bearers

A settlement located in the central part of the Empire of Sanbreque.
It is the base [of operations] of Quinten, Cid’s collaborator.

In a deserted village, Quinten lived in hiding and concealed Bearers and secretly built a community of people and Bearers.
Vineyards are adjacent to it, and the wine brand 《Gordon Rouge》 is a valuable source of income.

Lostwing — Quinten’s Affairs

A settlement located in the central part of the Empire of Sanbreque.
It is the base [of operations] of Quinten, Cid’s collaborator.

Qinten’s goal is to get revenge on Sanbreque’s former Attorney-General, and to do so, he was rebuilding a deserted village and gathering his comrades.
When Quinten realized the Black Knights were investigating the village, he turned towards carrying out his revenge.

Lostwing — Family

A settlement located in the central part of the Empire of Sanbreque.
It is the base [of operations] of Quinten, Cid’s collaborator.

Quinen’s goal of revenge was accomplished, but at the same time, he lost many comrades, and his village was engulfed in an aether pool.
He was left with only a vineyard on the village outskirts and a small “family”, but with new determination, he started rebuilding the village.

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The Hanged Man

A tavern in Lostwing.

Quinten, who brings the village together, runs the shop as the manager.
In addition to providing alcohol and light meals to the residents, he also raises the necessary capital to turn the village around, including looking for wine wholesalers while stocking up.

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Northreach

Northreach — Synopsis

A checkpoint town located in the northern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

The town was originally built as a military fortress and its ramparts were built to serve as a checkpoint into the imperial capital of Oriflamme.
Inside its walls are many soldiers and nobles, and in addition to the Sanbreque Army’s garrison, [the town] is lined with the taverns and brothels they use. Meanwhile, outside its walls, merchants from home and abroad meet up and form an unorganized open-air market.

Northreach — Drake’s Head Disappearance

A checkpoint town located in the northern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Its ramparts were built serve as a checkpoint into the imperial capital of Oriflamme, but with the relocation of the capital to the Crystalline Dominion, its function faded, and the town has lost its vigor.
Due to the disappearance of Drake’s Head, the wheat fields that fill the Oriflamme area have had declining crop yields, and the scenery has become completely desolate.

Northreach — Reconciliation with Lord Oriflamme

A town located in the northern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

After Primordial Wedge, the Oriflame area sunk into an aether plool, and was threatened by mysterious monsters.
The residents had conflicting opinions over Lord Oriflamme’s policy of fortifying the town, but they united by cooperating to protect the town from the monsters.
Isabelle and Lord Oriflamme joined forces, and a new system was implemented.

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The Veil of Night

The Veil of Night — Synopsis

A brothel in Northreach.

Although the establishment is known to cater to the army and the nobility, the owner, Madame Isabelle, does not discriminate against anyone, and it is universally loved by the soldiers and residents as a place to relax.

The Veil of Night — Connection to the People of Water

A brothel in Northreach.

Based on the beliefs of its owner, Madame Isabelle, it supports the town by lending a helping hand to those in trouble.
After the look of the sky transformed, it protected refugees from Oriflamme and Moore.
It has a cooperative relationship with the People of Water, who live in hiding in Mysidia, and in addition to supporting them with supplies, it also mediates jobs [for them] in the brothel.

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Moore

A village in the northern part of the Empire of Sanbreque, not far from the imperial capital of Oriflamme.

There is a deep-rooted sense of discrimination against Bearers in it, and the actions of Bearers with the Brand are fraught with danger.

Sanbreque — Important Incidents

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The Battle of Belenus

In 873 CC, an international border dispute between the Empire of Sanbreque and the Kingdom of Waloed happened.

[After] Waloed lost the Osa Strait to Sanbreque in the Continental War, they advanced [in on it], and after recapturing it, they invaded Belenus Hill and faced the Sanbreque Army.
Both countries sent out the summoned beasts Bahamut and Odin respectively, but Waloed was superior as the battle progressed, and Sanbreque lost a battalion.

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Olivier’s Accession to the Divine Imperial Throne

Olivier’s Accession to the Divine Imperial Throne — Synopsis

The accession to the throne by Olivier Lesage, the second prince of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Olivier was born to and received favor from Anabella, who remarried the Divine Emperor Sylvestre.
Dion, the first prince, was commanding the army at the encampment on the outskirts of the Crystalline Dominion when he received news of the abdication.

Olivier’s Accession to the Divine Imperial Throne — The Truth

The accession to the throne by Olivier Lesage, the second prince of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Olivier’s accession to the throne is thought to be in praise of his achievement of making peace with the Republic of Dhalmekia.
The accession of an immature imperial prince to the throne was unprecedented, but Sylvestre declared that [Olivier] would serve as the guardian of the government as Greagor’s incarnation and the objections of Dion, the first prince, were not heeded.

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Dion’s Rebellion

In 878 CC, a rebellion by the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon of the Empire of Sanbreque happened in the Crystalline Dominion.

It is thought to have begun when the Divine Emperor Silvestre transferred the imperial throne to Olivier, who was born to the Divine Empress Anabella.
Dion, commander of the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon, rises up to put an end to Anabella’s tyranny, but his summoned beast’s power goes out of control, and the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island is turned into scorched earth.

Sanbreque — Geography

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The Greatwood

A large forest that spreads out in the south-western part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is inhabited by many types of creatures, including monsters.
Furthermore, in recent years, large monsters that were driven out of their habitats by the effects of the Black Region have been frequently appearing, and the inhabitants of the neighboring [regions] don’t approach it.

Orabelle Downs

Hill country that spreads out in the southern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It is located just north of Greatwood Forest and the inhabitants of the nearby Lostwing have built vineyards on its hills.

Norvant Valley

A valley in the southern-central part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

A steep forest road, located on the west side of Norvant Fortress, leads beyond the valley towards Lostwing.

Glorieuse Strategic Point

Located in the southern-central part of the Empire of Sanbreque, it is a strategic point in the country.

Located down south of the imperial capital of Oriflamme, the region is an important defensive position.
Also, the main road connecting Norvant Fortress and Northreach is called the Marching Road, because both merchants and the Imperial Army come and go on it.

Kokuyōka: I think there is a typo here in Japanese. “Strategic Position” is written as 要衡 here in Japanese, but I know of no actual term that corresponds with. 要衝 is very similar to it visually (esspecially in sans-serif mono-space fonts), and has the idea of “important point/strategic position/key point”, which is exactly what is described here in the description.

The Dragoneer Plains

Plains that spread out in the eastern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

They are not far from Northreach, but the main road is not as maintained as the one in the direction of Norvant Fortress, and there are many monster sightings.

Kingsfall

A huge waterfall located in the western part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

Various headwaters flow together at Kingsfall, including [the ones] from Greatwood Forest in the south, and continue out to the Rosaria coast.
While it brings the blessing of abundant water to people, in recent years, the number of monsters in the area have increased and it has become difficult to enter.

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The Eye of the Tempest

The Eye of the Tempest — Synopsis

A gigantic tornado generated by the out-of-control summoned beast Garuda.

It is so powerful it can rip up surrounding houses and villages and even easily transform the terrain.
The power of an uncontrolled summoned beast can be said to be the end result of a Dominant who has lost themselves.

The Eye of the Tempest — Garuda’s End

It was once a gigantic tornado generated by the out-of-control summoned beast Garuda, but now, only its former location remains.

It was so powerful it could rip up surrounding houses and villages and even easily transform the terrain.
After a fierce battle between Garuda and Ifrit, it disappeared with the death of Benedikta, the Dominant of Wind.

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Belenus Hill

Hill country that spreads out in the eastern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

In 873 CC, the Kingdom of Waloed invaded imperial territory, and the two armies faced each other here on Belenus Hill.

The Farming Region

A rural area that spreads out in the eastern part of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It had been the empire’s food source, but in recent years, the region had been invaded by the Black Region and harvests had become scarce.
The number of refugees around the imperial capital was also increasing, leading to a deterioration in public order because of food shortages.

Kokuyōka: “farming region” and “rural area” are the same kanji term, but one translation sounds more like a name rather than a description in English then the other.

Dhalmekia — Key Information & Locations

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The Republic of Dhalmekia

The Republic of Dhalmekia — Synopsis

A country located in the southern part of the Wind Continent, it is a republic made up of five provinces.
Its capital is Ran’dellah.

The Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal is within its territory. The government is the responsibility of the Head of the Council, who represents the country, and the Council Members, who are the representatives of every province.
There is no state religion and freedom of religion is recognized.

The Republic of Dhalmekia — Hugo’s Castle

A country located in the southern part of the Wind Continent, it is a republic made up of five provinces.
Its capital is Ran’dellah.

The Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal is within its territory. Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan set up his residence, Dazbog Castle, right next to [Drake’s Fang].

The Republic of Dhalmekia — Hugo’s Aim

A country located in the south of the Wind Continent, it is a republic made up of five provinces.
Its capital is Ran’dellah.

The Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal is within its territory. Hugo Kupka, who set up his residence right next to [Drake’s Fang], made the province soldiers into his own private army and continues to go after his bitter enemy, Cid.

The Republic of Dhalmekia — Drake’s Fang Disappearance

A country located in the southern part of the Wind Continent, it is a republic made up of five provinces.
Its capital is Ran’dellah.

The loss of Drake’s Fang and the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan and the battle concerning the Crystalline Dominion hastened the cease-fire with the Empire of Sanbrque.
The impact of losing the country’s keystones has been immense and chaos is spreading inside the country.

The Republic of Dhalmekia — Dhalmekia’s Collapse

A country located in the southern part of the Wind Continent, it is a republic made up of five provinces.
Its capital is Ran’dellah.

With the disappearance of Drake’s Fang, and Primordial Wedge causing chaos in various places, a mixed force of Akashic soldiers from the Waloed Army and [members of the] Orc Tribe invade the capital.
They penetrated to [the capital’s] center, but the situation improved with reinforcements from the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon under Dion’s command.

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Ran’dellah

Ran’dellah — Synopsis

The capital city of the Republic of Dhalmekia is located in the southern part of the Wind Continent.

As a center of international trade, the transportation of goods thrives and peddlers from many countries gather there.
It is brightly illuminated at night by many lights, which attests to bustling people and the city’s affluence.
In the city is a council chamber that sets national policy.

Ran’dellah — The Akashic Assault

The capital city of the Republic of Dhalmekia is located in the southern part of the Wind Continent.

It is a center of trade and bustling with people and it has a council chamber where council members discuss national policy.
In 878 CC, it was assaulted by Waloed Soldiers who had turned Akashic due to Primordial Wedge and it suffered immense damage.

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Dazbog Castle

A castle located in the south-western part of the Republic of Dhalmekia, inside the Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal.

It is the residence of Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, and the castle interior is lined with luxurious and gorgeous furnishings.

Kokuyōka: “residence” is literally “castle residence” and is specifically the castle a daimyo/feudal lord lives in.

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Drake’s Fang

Drake’s Fang — Synopsis

The Mothercrystal the Republic of Dhalmekia possesses.

It has a unique uplifted shape, like the inside of the gigantic rocky mountain was gouged out [by something].

Kokuyōka: “uplift” is the Japanese geology term for tectonic uplift. It can also mean “protrude”.

Drake’s Fang — Drake’s Fang Disappearance

The Mothercrystal the Republic of Dhalmekia once possessed.

It was a keystone of the Republic’s development, but disappeared in 878 CC when it was invaded by Cid’s Faction.
At that time, [members of] the Orc Tribe from the Ash Continent were also observed, and Waloed’s interference was also conjectured.
Dhalmekia was in the middle of a war with Sanbreque, and [the disappearance] led to them entering into a cease-fire agreement.

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Drake’s Fang Disappearance

In 878 CC, the Mothercrystal possessed by the Republic of Dhalmekia disappeared.

A series of disturbances following the Drake’s Head disappearance in 873 CC that were thought to be caused by Cid’s Faction.
Moreover, Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, also died in the conflict.
Lacking military power, Dhalmekia rushed to enter into a cease-fire agreement with the Empire of Sanbreque.

Fort Zirnitra

A fort built in the Nysa Gorge in the eastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

In order to settle their conflict with the Iron Kingdom that had been continuing since the Continental War in 865 CC, the Republic of Dhalmekia chose this stronghold as the meeting place to seek support from its ally, the Kingdom of Waloed.

Dhalmekia — Organizations

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The Army of the Republic of Dhalmekia

The regular army of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Although it is the national army, soldiers are controlled by each of the five provinces, which are allowed to police themselves except in emergencies.
Excluding some elite [soldiers], they operate in platoons of infantry and magic soldiers, and fight using scimitars and great-axes.

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Hugo’s Private Army

Hugo’s Private Army — Synopsis

The private army that Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, has.

When Hugo learns of Benedikta’s death, he and his private army assault Cid’s Hideaway, who he regards as his foe and destroy it, leaving no trace [behind].
Afterwards, he repeatedly did inhumane acts, such as persecuting Bearers, in order to lure Cid out.

Hugo’s Private Army — The Drake’s Fang Garrison

The private army that Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, has.

Originally the garrison at the the Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal, it was bought out by Hugo, who took control of Drake’s Fang, and has since been acting as his beck and call.
Many of them are infatuated with Hugo, who has authority as an advisor of the Council and has made his fortune in his own lifetime.

Hugo’s Private Army — Dhalmekia’s Collapse

The private army that Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, once had.

Originally the garrison at the the Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal, it was bought out by Hugo, who took control of Drake’s Fang, and became a private army.
After Hugo’s death, they dispersed as [members of] the province’s armies, but quite a lot of them still revere Hugo to this day.

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The Council

The Council — Synopsis

The highest political institution in the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It is composed of seven councilors and has the authority to make decisions about national policy and responses.
Hugo Kupka, the Dominant of the summoned beast Titan, has been granted the position of Economic Adviser and wields authority [in it].

The Council — Dhalmekia’s Collapse

The highest political institution in the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It is composed of seven councilors and has the authority to make decisions about national policy and responses.
Hugo, who wielded authority [in it] with his position as Economic Advisor, died when Drake’s Fang disappeared.
Having lost their Mothercrystal and Dominant at the same time, they are under pressure to rebuild the national government which has fallen into chaos.

Dhalmekia — Cities & Towns

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Kostinice Refugee Town

A town located in the northwestern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Once, it prospered as a trading center, but many of its residents left the town due to the progressing erosion of the Black Region.
Currently, refugees with nowhere to go and merchants who make money through backroom deals have settled there. Although a minimal number of soldiers are station there to maintain public order, bribery runs rampant and it is a lawless area.

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Dalimil Relay Station

Dalimil Relay Station — Synopsis

A relay station town located in the western part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The town was made at an oasis in the vast Velkroy Desert, and is a rest stop for for peddlers. It is lined with the likes of street stalls, restaurants, and brothels.
It is not far from the Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal, and is famous for the hot springs gushing out of the nearby limestone terraces.

Kokuyōka: “relay station” is literally “inn place”. Dalimil Relay Station is the same type of town as Martha’s Inn is, just bigger.

Dalimil Relay Station — Inauguration of Chief L’ubor

A relay station town located in the western part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

With the disappearance of Drake’s Fang and the chaos in the country, the traffic [into Dalimil] also decreased, and it was harassed by bandits.
However, due to the efforts of L’ubor, who is also Clive’s collaborator, the residents formed the Vigilante Group and the Support Group and successfully repelled the bandit coalition that had turned Akashic.
Under L’ubor, who was officially inaugurated as chief, [the town] is a taking a new step forward.

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The Briar’s Kiss

A smithy in Dalimil Relay Station.

It is known as the most influential shop in the town and the most skilled blacksmiths gather at it.
The shopkeeper, L’ubor, is called 《Růžena Dalimil》, the Ear of the Desert, and was personally connected to the previous Cid.

The Vigilante Group

An organization led by Konrad at Dalimil Relay Station.

It is centered around laborers, like the miners who formerly worked at Drake’s Fang.
In order to protect their town from bandits with their own hands, those who were confident in their own physical strength gathered [together]. They also took up the duty of setting up the defense stockades and the like to protect the town.

The Support Group

An organization managed by Natalie at Dalimil Relay Station.

It is centered around the merchants who deal in many assets, such as the shopkeepers of the stalls on [Dalimil’s] main street.
Before the formation [of the group], they were passive about dealing with the bandits, but after establishing a collaborative system with the Vigilante Group, they have been working hard to store goods to protect the town.

The Fire Butte Merchant Group

A fictional merchant group based in Ran’dellah that L’ubor thought up.

L’ubor had Clive introduce himself as Underhill, who belonged to this group to persuade Natalie.
To persuade Conrad, Viktor had Jill introduce herself as Miss Jane of the Javelin Mercenaries.
Incidentally, Natalie still believes that Clive is the merchant Underhill.

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Boklad Market

Boklad Market — Synopsis

A market located in the northeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Because of the strategic location leading to the Crystal Road, the market has developed, attracting a variety of goods from every country.
A stagecoach bound for the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island leaves from there.

Boklad Market — The Temporary Checkpoint

A market next to the Great Dzemekys Waterfall located in the northeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Because of the strategic location leading to the Crystal Road, the market has developed, attracting a variety of goods from every country.
Currently, a temporary barrier is set up at the Dhalmekia border beyond the market, and those without authorization are not permitted to freely enter or exit.

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The Crimson Caravans

Cargo couriers operating around Boklad Market in the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Eloise runs the business, and her younger brother, Theodore is its bodyguard.
They believe in transporting anything as long as they accumulate money. They also act as escape artists to help Bearers desert.

Kokuyōka: The term for “courier” used here very often has a negative connotation and can also mean “smuggler” or “trafficker”. There’s several other terms for “courier” that don’t have this connotation, they’re just not used here.

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Tabor

Tabor — Synopsis

A village located in the south-central part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It has a complex structure that feels like it clings to the cliffs. Its leather goods, the local specialty, are of fine quality and sell for high prices.
It is not far from the Free City of Kanver, but it is an insular village that few people visit.

Tabor — The Phoenix Religious Order

A village located in the south-central part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It has a complex structure that feels like it clings to the cliffs. Its leather goods, the local specialty, are of fine quality and sell for high prices.
The Phoenix Religious Order [came] to live there, and coexists with the villagers while hiding among them.

Tabor — Its Origins

A village located in the south-central part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It has a complex structure that feels like it clings to the cliffs. Its leather goods, the local specialty, are of fine quality and sell for high prices.
In the past, the Guards of the Mothercrystal laid the foundation for it, and a unique culture was formed when tribes of nomads and hunters migrated there.

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Ceratina

An abandoned town located in the northernmost part of the Velkroy Desert, which stretches across the western part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It had been the base of operations of a bandit coalition that threatened Dalimil Relay Station, but an aether pool formed there and all the bandits turned Akashic.

Kasjlok

An abandoned town located in the northeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

[Located] downstream from Dalimil Relay Station, it was once a transpiration hub for crystals and the like, but after other main roads were developed, the town gradually [fell into] disuse and was abandoned.
Currently, Eloise’s 《Crimson Caravans》 are repairing it as a Bearer migration place.

Kretov

An abandoned town located in the southern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It had been made using Sky Civilization ruins as a foundation, and was on a main road leading from Dalimil Relay Station to Kanver, but because it was a dangerous road going through a canyon, [Kretov] didn’t develop as a relay station.

Dravozd

A settlement in the mining region that makes up the central part of the Republic of Dhalmekia’s territory.

Its blacksmithing industry is thriving and skilled blacksmiths gather there.
It is said that the best arms in Dhalmekia are made here using the high quality ore from its mines as a raw material.

Dhalmekia — Important Incidents

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The Rosaria-Dhalmekia Alliance

In 850 CC, an alliance was formed between the Republic of Dhalmekia and the Duchy of Rosaria.

Its objective was to deter the independence movement in Kanver, one of the Republic’s cities.
The alliance lead to the likes of technological cooperation and an exchange of delegates. After Kanver [gained] independence, it was expanded into 《The Triple Alliance》 that included the Empire of Sanbreque.

The Battle of Nysa Gorge

In 873 CC, a battle happened in the Nysa Gorge between the armies of the Iron Kingdom and the Republic of Dhalmekia.

In order to settle the war with the Iron Kingdom, Dhalmekia asks for cooperation from its ally, the Kingdom of Waloed, at a conference at Fort Zirnitra, but negotiations break down.
Ultimately, they had to rely on the power of the summoned beast Titan, who clashed with Shiva of the Iron Kingdom in the Nysa Gorge, resulting in enormous damage to both armies.

The Zernitra Conference

In 873 CC, a conference was held between the Republic of Dhalmekia and the Kingdom of Waloed at Fort Zirnitra.

Dhalmekia seeks support from its ally, Waloed, to settle the war with the Iron Kingdom that has gone on since the Continental War, but the negotiations break down.
So they had to rely on the power of Titan, Hugo Kupka’s summoned beast.

Dhalmekia — Geography

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The Nysa Gorge

A canyon located in the eastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Ever since the Continental War broke out in 865 CC, the Iron Kingdom has advanced [on it] many times via sea routes.
It is the main battleground for the repeated territorial disputes between Dhalmekia and the Iron Kingdom.

The Velkroy Desert

A vast desert region in the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The western part is covered with sand and dotted with the ruins of once existing settlements.
In the southern part, a limestone terrace spreads out that is also the source of Dalimil Relay Station’s hot springs.
The main road continues north to south [using] the relay stations as reference points, and merchants and travelers frequently come and go [on it].

The Giant’s Jaw

A mountain region in the southwestern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

A wilderness fills the surrounding area and the Drake’s Fang Mothercrystal can be seen in the distance.

Laetny’s Gorge

A canyon extending through the northeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The ravine goes through [to where] the Great Dzemekys Waterfall spreads out and in the surrounding area, merchants come and go from the Boklad Market.

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The Great Dzemekys Waterfall

The Great Dzemekys Waterfall — Synopsis

A waterfall in the eastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.

It is a cavity that looks like it was gouged out of the land and sea, and the part facing the sea is a great waterfall.
It is said to be the setting of the Tragedy of Dzemekys, which is being passed down as a myth.

The Great Dzemekys Waterfall — The Truth

A waterfall in the eastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.

The Dzemekys Mothercrystal once existed at this location.
It is said that in the era of the Sky Civilization, people who wanted the power of the gods invaded, and Ultima made the entire Mothercrystal disappear.
The cavity that still remains is the scar of the tragedy.

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The Krojit Echoes

A wilderness region that makes up the central part of the Republic of Dhalmekia’s territory.

The northern part continues to be desolate, with no settlements or main roads, and is rarely entered by people.
In the southern part is an insular settlement called Tabor and a main road leading to the trading city-state of Kanver.

Waloed — Key Information & Locations

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The Kingdom of Waloed

The Kingdom of Waloed — Synopsis

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. It curbs the other countries with its mighty military force.
It has an alliance with the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Kokuyōka: Waloed is full of hidden katakana English puns. “Waloed” is “walled” if the vowels are all shortened… and yes, Waloed Kingdom is a “walled kingdom” indeed. “Stonhyrr” is… “stonehill” in katakana English… and it is indeed a “stone hill”. Seriously, if you think the English FFXIV script has a bunch of puns in it, the Japanese FFXIV script has even more!

The Kingdom of Waloed — The Kingdom of Waloed

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. It curbs the other countries with its mighty military force.
On the one hand, its national territory is fighting with the barbarian tribes, [on the other], it is struggling with the Black Region’s erosion.

The Kingdom of Waloed — At Belenus Hill

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, rules the country.
It has had a connection with the Empire of Sanbreque since the Continental War in 865 CC, and they clashed again at Belenus Hill in 873 [CC].

The Kingdom of Waloed — The Empire of Sanbreque’s Invasion

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, rules the country.
The war with the Empire of Sanbreque had continued for a long time, but after the Empire’s invasion of the Crystalline Dominion, it has maintained a quiet watch and hasn’t shown [any signs of] official movements.

The Kingdom of Waloed — At Drake’s Fang

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, rules the country.
He took control of the Orc Tribes living in the Ash Continent and sent them to Drake’s Fang in the Republic of Dhalmekia as a national military force.

The Kingdom of Waloed — Barnabas’ Movements

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, rules the country.
Barnabas is behind such tendencies as taking control of the Orc Tribes and adding them to his military force, and he also has some kind of personal connection to Ultima.

The Kingdom of Waloed — Mixed Forces with the Orc Tribes

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, rules the country.
Barnabas has a connection to Ultima and since Primordial Wedge, he has sent out mixed forces of the regular army and the Orc Tribes to various places.

The Kingdom of Waloed — Drake’s Spine Disappearance

The only country that exists on the Ash Continent.
Its royal capital is Stonehyrr.

The Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal is within its territory. Barnabas Tharmr, the Dominant of the summoned beast Odin, was ruling the country.
Barnabas, who was Ultima’s puppet, was defeated, and afterwards, Drake’s Spine disappeared.
The adjoining royal capital, Stonehyrr, also was destroyed.

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Stonehyrr

Stonehyrr — Synopsis

The royal capital of the Kingdom of Waloed is located in the northern part of the Ash Continent.

It possesses the Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal, which connects to the urban area containing the royal castle via the Heaven Bridge.

Stonehyrr — Drake’s Spine Disappearance

The royal capital of the Kingdom of Waloed is located in the northern part of the Ash Continent.

It possessed the Drake’s Spine Mothercrystal, but it disappeared due to Cid’s Faction.
Since Primordial Wedge, the city has been overflowing with Akashic soldiers and monsters and is falling into ruin.

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Drake’s Spine

Drake’s Spine — Synopsis

The Mothercrystal the Kingdom of Waloed possesses.

It has a rough surface reminiscent of a cliff wall and its interior can be entered via the large bridge that connects to the royal capital of Stonehyrr.
It is the only remaining Mothercrystal on the Ash Continent, but the ammount of crystal mined [from it] is limited, so Waloed relies on imports from other countries.

Drake’s Spine — Drake’s Spine Disappearance

The Mothercrystal the Kingdom of Waloed once possessed.

It was the last existing Mothercrystal after the disappearance of Drake’s Tail in the Crystalline Dominion, but it disappeared after the battle between Clive and Ultima.
With this, all Mothercrystals existing in Valisthea were destroyed.

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Drake’s Spine Disappearance

In 878 CC, the Mothercrystal possessed by the Kingdom of Waloed disappeared.

The royal capital of Stonehyrr next to Drake’s Spine, also suffered enormous damage, but it was said to have turned into a den of monsters where Akashic and [members of] the Orc Tribe roam even before the Mothercrystal’s disappearance.

Kokuyōka: “den of monsters” is literally “demon/evil cavern” and has the idea of being a “rouge’s den/place of vice”.

The Kingdom of Veldermark

A large country that once existed on the Ash Continent, and was the predecessor of the Kingdom of Waloed.

The kingdom was widely called the strongest [country], but the current king, Barnabas Tharmr, led an army and captured it in one night.

Ravenwit Citadel

A citadel located in the northern-central part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

Capitalizing on the location of the only overland route leading to the royal capital of Stonehyrr, it was built as a checkpoint with a gigantic great wall in a mountainous region.
Formerly, guards in defense of the royal capital were deployed [here], but many of them became Akashic and it fell.
Afterwards, it was occupied by the Orc Tribe and magical beasts that Barnabas added to his subordinates.

Kokuyōka: “great wall” is the Chinese/Japanese term for the “Great Wall of China”. More literally it means “long castle” or “long wall”. Yes, this means the “walled kingdom” has a “great wall” in it…

Balmung Prison

A military prison adjacent to Ravenwit Citadel in the central part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

Captured Bearers were used to train and feed military magical beasts and were discreetly disposed of.
After Primordial Wedge, all the prison guards and soldiers became Akashic, leaving only the Bearers, nearly all of who lost their lives as victims of the military magical beasts.

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Gjallarhorn Fort

Gjallarhorn Fort — Synopsis

A fort in the western part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

Although it was built in ancient times, it is now one of the Waloed Army’s strategic points because it is near [Waloed’s] border with the Crystalline Dominion.

Gjallarhorn Fort — The Fort’s Underground

A fort in the western part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

The fort’s underground is similar to the Phoenix Gate Ruins, with a room decorated with a mural of Ultima kept in its original form.

Waloed — Organizations

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The Waloed Royal Army

The Waloed Royal Army — Synopsis

The regular army of the Kingdom of Waloed.
It is also called the Order of Royal Knights.

Based on the king’s orders, commands and instructions [to the army] are carried out via the Senior Knight, who is also a close aide of the king.
Also, there is a Spy Unit under the king’s direct control, which is said to be moving behind the scenes of various countries.

The Waloed Royal Army — Mixed Forces with the Orc Tribes

The regular army of the Kingdom of Waloed.
It is also called the Order of Royal Knights

Barnabas Tharmr, the king who holds the real power [in the country], made a mixed force of the regular army and the Orc Tribes based on Ultima’s instructions and assaulted various countries.
After Primordial Wedge, most of the soldiers were changed into Akashic, and the army is in a state of collapse.

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The Spy Unit

The Spy Unit — Synopsis

A spy unit under the direct control of the King of the Kingdom of Waloed.
Benedikta Harman is its commanding officer.

It specializes in convert operations and has carried out various missions from undercover investigations to assassinations in foreign countries.

The Spy Unit — The Fall of Norvant Fortress

A spy unit under the direct control of the King of the Kingdom of Waloed.
Benedikta Harman is its commanding officer.

Although they had the ability to take control of Norvant Fortress in the Empire of Sanbreque, Cid and Clive assaulted it.
The fortress fell, and the Spy Unit also collapsed.

Waloed — Towns & Geography

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Eistia

Eistia — Synopsis

A village located in the central part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

The mining site and the village are integrated [together] and the miners and their families live there.

Eistia — The Arche Sky

A village located in the central part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

The miners and their families lived in the village built at the mining site, but ever since the Arche Sky, most of the villagers have disappeared, and it is effectively a ghost town.

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Mikkelburg

A village located in the southern part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

Most of the former inhabitants left, but believers in the Messianic Faith gathered from various places and the Third Seat of the Phoenix Religious Order was investigating there.
The believers desired to become Akashic, and the entire village was engulfed in an aether pool, fulfilling their desire.

Garnick

A village located in the northern part of the Kingdom of Waloed, near the royal capital of Stonehyrr.

It is now a ghost town without inhabitants.
Deep inside the village, the house where Harpocrates’ friend lived remained unchanged from when he was alive.

Thalan

A coal-mining town located in the southern part of the Ash Continent.

There are mines there that produce adamantite, which has a high hardness, and there are repeated conflicts with the Orc Tribes over its abundant resources.
However, in recent years it has been eroded by the Black Region, and the mine is closed.

The Badbach Orphanage

An orphanage located in the northern part of the Kingdom of Waloed.

It quietly stands on top of a hill on the Visalgres Plains.
Officially an orphanage, it was a facility for training Bearer children as soldiers.
Currently, there is no sign of the director or children, and there are only Akashic wandering around.

Shadow Coast

The western coast of the Ash Continent, facing the Naldia Waters.

Because the territory of the Kingdom of Waloed can be reached by going north [from here], illegal immigrants would sometimes break in [through this area].
Now that the Black Region has encroached on the surrounding area, it is uninhabited, and not even outlaws approach it.

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Fantasy Spire

Fantasy Spire — Synopsis

A spire rising high into the heavens in the mid-eastern part of Ash Continent.

The few remaining teachings of the Malius Faith in the Ash Continent describe it as a tower of judgment created by a god and people were fearing it as sacred ground.

Fantasy Spire — The Truth

A spire rising high into the heavens in the mid-eastern part of Ash Continent.

People were fearing it as sacred ground, but it was constructed in ancient times when Ultima finally arrived at Valisthea.
It had the function of examining the flow of aether in the whole land of Valisthea to select the places where the Mothercrystals would be distributed.

The Iron Kingdom

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The Iron Kingdom

The Iron Kingdom — Synopsis

An island country located to the west of the Wind Continent.
Its royal capital is Creag Loisgte.

It has occupied the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal and is in conflict with the neighboring country, the Duchy of Rosaria.
It does not have diplomatic relations with any country and has established a unique culture.

The Iron Kingdom — The Crystalline Orthodoxy

An island country located to the west of the Wind Continent.
Its royal capital is Creag Loisgte.

It has occupied the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal and is in conflict with the neighboring country, the Duchy of Rosaria.
The state religion is the Crystalline Orthodoxy, which believes in crystal itself, and considers magic to be an evil way.
Because of this, they have thoroughly discriminated against Bearers and Dominants, who can use magic.

Kokuyōka: “way” is being used in the metaphoric sense of “way of doing something”, “way of living”, “moral principles” and even “teaching”.

The Iron Kingdom — The High Priest

An island country located to the west of the Wind Continent.
Its royal capital is Creag Loisgte.

The High Priest, who is at the top of the Crystalline Orthodoxy, holds tremendous authority in the Iron Kingdom, which is a monarchy.
The main temple of the Crystalline Orthodoxy was built on Drustanus Island, which has the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal, and where slaves from every country are gathered and violated in the name of ceremonies.

The Iron Kingdom — Drake’s Breath Disappearance

An island country located to the west of the Wind Continent.
Its royal capital is Creag Loisgte.

After Drake’s Breath was occupied for a long time, the Mothercrystal was destroyed by Cid’s Faction.
Although the country states it is a monarchy, the loss of the Mothercrystal, the object of its faith, and the authority of the High Priest has been a painful blow and its national government is greatly disordered.

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Creag Loisgte

The royal capital of the Iron Kingdom is located in the western part of Valisthea.

The city was built on Ironhome, the Iron Kingdom’s main island in the Boiling Sea. The citizens of the Iron Kingdom, including the residents of the royal capital, call themselves the Iron.

Kokuyōka: “Iron”, what the people call themselves, is the katakana English spelling of the English word “Iron”. All other uses of “iron” in relationship to the Iron Kingdom use the kanji term for it.

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Drake’s Breath

Drake’s Breath — Synopsis

The Mothercrystal on Drustanus Island, between the Iron Kingdom and Rosaria.

It rises up to pierce the Sacred Mountain Rudra, and is covered in black smoke from the volcano.
Once, it was possessed by the Duchy of Rosaria, but it was taken from them by force in frequent wars with the Iron Kingdom.

Drake’s Breath — Drake’s Breath Disappearance

The Mothercrystal that once was on Drustanus Island, between the Iron Kingdom and Rosaria.

Once, it was possessed by the Duchy of Rosaria, but it was taken from them by force in frequent wars with the Iron Kingdom.
Afterwards, the Iron Kingdom occupied the entire island, and the main temple of the Crystalline Orthodoxy was built there. In 878 CC, it was invaded by Cid’s Faction and disappeared.

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Drake’s Breath Disappearance

In 878 CC, the Mothercrystal, which was under the Iron Kingdom’s effective control, disappeared.

Due to the disappearance of Drake’s Breath, Drustanus Island, including the Sacred Mountain Rudra, collapsed.
The main temple of the Crystalline Orthodox Church was also devestated, and High Priest Imreann is said to have lost his life.

Drustanus Island

A solitary island looming up from the raging waves of the Boiling Sea.

It is a volcanic island consisting of the Sacred Mountain Rudra and the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal, the object [of worship] of the Iron Kingdom’s faith, towers over it.
It is also the gateway to the continents, and was formerly considered a sacred place in Rosaria, but has been occupied by the Iron Kingdom for a long time.

Kokuyōka: In Hindu mythology, “Rudra” is another name for the god Shiva, The Destroyer (who despite the name is the being who creates, protects and transforms the world). Each name is associated with different aspects of Shiva’s personality. Shiva corresponds with the kind and tranquil aspects. Rudra corresponds with the wild and cruel aspects and is also thematically related to fire.

The Iron Kingdom Army

The regular army of the Iron Kingdom.

The king, who is the supreme leader of the military, commands the battlefield, and unites all the commanding officers.
The soldiers’ weapons are axes and clubs and their attacks rely mainly on [blunt] blows rather than sword attacks.
Because of their ferocious temperament, the countries on the continent fear them as a barbaric people.

The Iron Kingdom’s Invasion of Rosaria

In 860 CC, the Iron Kingdom invaded the Duchy of Rosaria.

At that time, Rosaria was in chaos from loosing Archduke Elwin in the Phoenix Gate Assault.
A sudden invasion of the Iron Kingdom Army dealt a devastating blow to the Rosarian Army, and women and children, including Jil Warrick, were abducted.

The Crystalline Dominion

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The Crystalline Dominion

The Crystalline Dominion — Synopsis

A self-governing country located in the Ark Archipelago, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.
Its capital is Twinside.

It has the Drake’s Tail Mothercrystal. It continued to fight with the neighboring countries around it for the rights [to Drake’s Tail], until the Non-Aggression Treaty was signed and it became a neutral country.
It does not have a Dominant as a fighting power, and a council that includes representatives from every country conducts its politics.

Kokuyōka: “The Crystalline Dominion” is a shortened form of the actual Japanese name, “The Crystal Self-Governing Dominion”. “Self-Governing Dominion” refers to territories that are nominally under some other country’s sovereignty while still having self-rule of their own internal politics. While I usually shorten the title whenever it is “The Crystalline Dominion”, there’s palaces where it is only called a “self-governing dominion” and those I tend to leave as is.

The Crystalline Dominion — The Empire of Sanbreque’s Invasion

A self-governing country located in the Ark Archipelago, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.

It has the Drake’s Tail Mothercrystal. It was a neutral country under the Non-Aggression Treaty, but it was unilaterally invaded by the Empire of Sanbreque.
At that time, the invasion was carried out without bloodshed because of Bahamut’s deterrence.

The Crystalline Dominion — Dion’s Rebellion

A self-governing country located in the Ark Archipelago, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.

Since 873 CC, the territory had been controlled by the Empire of Sanbreque, but a civil war that began with the rebellion of the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon devastated the territory and Drake’s Tail also disappeared.
Sanbreque’s central institutions also collapsed, which marked the end of its five-year-long rule.

The Crystalline Dominion — Origin’s Surfacing

A self-governing country located in the Ark Archipelago, between the Wind Continent and Ash Continent.

A civil war that began with the rebellion of the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon devastated the territory and marked the end of Sanbreque’s rule.
Furthermore, Origin, which had been sleeping underground, surfaced at the hands of Ultima, which caused enormous damage and the complete collapse of the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island

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Twinside

The former capital of the Crystalline Dominion

In 873 CC, after a unilateral invasion by the Empire of Sanbreque, the Sanbreque Theocracy was established [in it].

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Drake’s Tail

Drake’s Tail — Synopsis

The Mothercrystal the Crystalline Dominion possesses.

It is the largest Mothercrystal in Valisthea, and towers over the back of the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island as if bathed in heavenly light.

Drake’s Tail — Drake’s Tail Disappearance

The Mothercrystal the Crystalline Dominion once possessed.

It was the largest [Mothercrystal] in Valisthea, and also last remaining Mothercrystal on the Wind Continent.
However, while the Self-Governing Dominion’s Island fell into chaos beginning with the rebellion of the Order of Holy Knights Dragoon, [Drake’s Tail] was transformed into a crystal [flower] bud and disappeared when the giant flower bloomed.

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Drake’s Tail Disappearance

In 878 CC, the Mothercrystal once possessed by the Crystalline Dominion disappeared.

After the rebellion of the Holy Knights Dragoon broke out in Twinside, the capital of the Self-Governing Dominion, Bahamut’s power, possessed by Knight Commander Dion, went out of control.
Drake’s Tail, which collapsed together with the Self-Governing Dominion’s island, was said to have finally transformed into a crystal [flower] bud, and disappeared when the giant flower bloomed.

The Self-Governing Dominion’s Island

The island in the Ark Archipelago that is the center of the Crystalline Dominion. It is between the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

The administrative district is located in the island’s center, surrounded by residential districts and a slum where refugees and others live.
Crystals gleam in the spires of the ruins that rise in the [island’s] center.

Kokuyōka: This entry differs from its English counterpart: The Isles of Ark. The English entry is about the entire Ark Archipelago itself. The Japanese entry is about the island inside the Ark Archipelago that Twinside is on. Given only the island with Twinside on it is raised when Ultima awakens Origin, the Japanese entry is likely the more accurate one. This is especially true of the last sentence which says very different things between Japanese and English!

The Non-Aggression Treaty

A treaty between countries explicitly stating they will not invade the Crystalline Dominion.

Also said to be the “center of the world”, [the Crystalline Dominion] is the greatest strategic geographical point in Valisthea. [The treaty] was formed with the goals of maintaining the neutrality of the Crystalline Dominion that posses the Drake’s Tail Mothercrystal, as well as keeping various countries mutually in check.

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The Crystalline Dominion War

The Crystalline Dominion War — Synopsis

In 878 CC, a war happened between the Empire of Sanbreque and the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The Crystalline Dominion, which had the Non-Aggression Treaty with various countries, was unilaterally invaded by Sanbreque in 873 CC.
The Republic of Dhalmekia protested against this, leading to a fight over the Crystalline Dominion.

The Crystalline Dominion War — Ceasefire

In 878 CC, a war happened between the Empire of Sanbreque and the Republic of Dhalmekia.

Dhalmekia, struggling against Sanbreque’s solid defenses, finally offered a ceasefire.
Olivier Lesage, the second prince of Sanbreque, took charge of the ceasefire, and because of his success, he inherited the Divine Imperial Throne.

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The Crystal Road

A trade route to the Crystalline Dominion that cuts through the central part of the Wind Continent from east to west.

The region includes the borders of three countries and this trade route is a buffer zone called the Crystal Belt. All fighting is prohibited [in it] and there are no fortifications or check points.
On the other hand, in recent years there has been an issue of noticeable migration [on the Crystal Road] of refugees who have lost their homes due to the effects of the Black Region.

The Free City of Kanver & The Outer Continent

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The Free City of Kanver

The Free City of Kanver — Synopsis

A city-state located in the southeastern part of the Wind Continent.

Originally a commercial city that prospered though trade with various countries, it became independent in 857 CC after a civil war with the Republic of Dhalmekia.
Currently, politics is conducted by a parliament of merchants.
It does not have a Mothercrystal within its territory, and as a neutral country, it does not have an army.

The Free City of Kanver — Waloed’s Invasion

A city-state located in the southeastern part of the Wind Continent.

A neutral country that became independent from the Republic of Dhalmekia in 857 CC. It had no formal army, but was protected by a city guard the merchants assembled from private armies.
However, the urban area was destroyed when it was attacked by the Waloed Army, which had been turned Akashic by Primordial Wedge.
Having lost its parliament and a great majority of its citizens, its system as a country collapsed.

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Kanver

The capital of the city-state of Kanver is located in the southeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

It is a prospering trade city and its streets are lined with a variety of shops selling goods from all countries.

The Kanver City Guard

An army corps hired by the Free City of Kanver.

Because Kanver is a neutral country, it was formed not as a country’s regular army, but as a public security force of mercenaries hired by each merchant.
It mainly guards the city.

The Ironworks Shipyard

A shipyard in a harbor on the outskirts of the Free City of Kanver.

It is a cave hidden from the outside by the rock wall of a steep cliff. There, Mid and others are secretly building the Enterprise, a high-speed ocean-navigating ship.

The Kanver Independence Movement

In 849 CC, an independence movement took place in Kanver, a territory of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

In the present day Free City of Kanver, located southeast of Dhalmekia, forces centered around wealthy merchants claimed independence from the Republic.
It developed into a civil war within Dhalmekia, and [Kanver] gained independence in 857 [CC].

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The Outer Continent

The Outer Continent — Synopsis

A continent said to be far away, beyond the ocean of Valisthea.

Although there is a small amount of merchant traffic, its countries, culture and other details are shrouded in mystery.

The Outer Continent — The Legends

A continent said to be far away, beyond the ocean of Valisthea.

Although there is a small amount of merchant traffic, its countries, culture and other details are shrouded in mystery.
Remaining legends say that over a thousand years ago, when the Sky Civilization was destroyed, some of the survivors crossed the ocean seeking a new land.

Other Organizations

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Bandits

Thugs who target merchants and travelers walking on the roads.

They frequently appear in places off the main roads, or in remote areas guards don’t keep an eye on, as well as also assaulting communities and stealing money, goods and food.
They mainly take action by banding together and large-scale bandit gangs also use ghost towns as their headquarters.

The Gravel Brigade

A group of bandits who have settled down in Laetny’s Gorge in the Republic of Dhalmekia.

They take advantage of the weakness of the refugees visiting Boklad Market to do evil deeds.
They were also the pickpockets’ boss and used orphans [for it] while selling their stocked stolen goods.

The Silverpeak Merchant Association

A huge merchant association that deals and trades various merchandise throughout all of Dhalmekia.

They were also eyeing purchasing Bearers, which were being traded by 《The Crimson Caravans》 and the Dhalmekian Army.
However, they quietly watched the trade because they had offered Elouise entry into the merchant association in anticipation of her business talents.
When they learned she didn’t feel like [joining them], they doubled their offer, and forcibly took the trade away from her.

Nautical Geography

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The Boiling Sea

Waters on the west side of Rosaria that possess the Iron Kingdom.

There was an unceasing conflict on the sea’s surface between the former Duchy of Rosaria and the Iron Kingdom over Drustanus Island where the Drake’s Breath Mothercrystal is.

The Naldia Waters

Waters that stretch south from the Osa Strait between the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Trading ships come and go centered around the harbor of the Free City of Kanver.
While there are areas with furious ocean currents, the climate is generally warm and there are also many types of fish, leading it to be a food source for the surrounding regions.

The Osa Strait

A strait north of the Crystalline Dominion, between the Wind Continent and the Ash Continent.

Because it is bordered by three countries, the Empire of Sanbreque in the west, the Kingdom of Waloed to the east, and the Crystalline Dominion to the south, the coast always has troops deployed on it and is in a state of tension.

Historical Key Locations & Important Incidents

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The North

The North — Synopsis

A cold region that connects to the northern part of the Wind Continent.

In the past, small countries were competing [with each other] centered around the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal, and their forces were a threat to the Duchy of Rosaria.
When the Black Region expanded and Drake’s Eye disappeared, they invaded Rosaria, but withdrew due to a civil war.
In 854 CC, the weakened Northern Countries were unified by Archduke Elwin of Rosaria.

The North — Annexation by Sanbreque

A cold region that connects to the northern part of the Wind Continent.

In the past, small countries were competing [with each other] centered around the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal, and their forces were a threat to the Duchy of Rosaria.
However, the Northern Countries were weakened by the disappearance of Drake’s Eye and a civil war and the Duchy of Rosaria unified them.
Even after Rosaria became a vassal state of the Empire of Sanbreque, it continues to be threatened by the Black Region.

The North — A Land Sunk into the Black Region

A cold region that connects to the northern part of the Wind Continent.

After the disappearance of the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal, it declined due to frequent wars and changing circumstances, while the Black Region spread even further in the territory, and places people could live disappeared.
After the Northerners left, Mysidia was thought to have sunk into the Black Region, but inside the Illusion Magic: Mirage, an abundant natural [environment] remained.

The North — Drake’s Eye Disappearance

A cold region that connects to the northern part of the Wind Continent.

Much of the region has sunk into the Black Region.
About eighty years ago, to prevent the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal from disappearing, the politicians of the Northern Countries ordered the Dominant of Shiva to research it.
After the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze failed and Drake’s Eye disappeared, Mysidia was also abandoned, and the conflict with the Duchy of Rosaria intensified in the west.

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A Tropical Island Country

A small country located on islands to the south of Valisthea.

While it traded with the Republic of Dhalmekia and the Free City of Kanver, a unique pharmacy that utilized tropical plants also flourished.
The spread of the Black Region lead to the country’s decline and eventual collapse.

Kokuyōka: “tropical” is literally “southern”.

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Drake’s Horn

Drake’s Horn — Synopsis

A Mothercrystal that once existed in the southern part of the Ash Continent, in an area now covered by the Black Region.

After the disappearance of Drake’s Horn, the only Mothercrystal that existed on the Ash Continent was Drake’s Spine and conflict intensified around it.
Afterward, the Kindom of Veldermark, a tribal state, was established, and annexed the other tribes.

Drake’s Horn — Connection to the Water People

A Mothercrystal that once existed in the southern part of the Ash Continent, in an area now covered by the Black Region.

Around 300 CC, Drake’s Horn disappeared, and conflict intensified around Drake’s Spine, the only Mothercrystal on the Ash Continent.
The People of Water, who lived in the vicinity of Drake’s Horn were driven from their homeland by the disappearance of the Mothercrystal and the spread of the Black Region and began a wandering lifestyle.

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Drake’s Eye

Drake’s Eye — Synopsis

A Mothercrystal that once existed in the northern part of the Wind Continent, in an area now covered by the Black Region.

The Northern Countries developed with the blessing of Drake’s Eye, but when it disappeared and the Black Region expanded, they invaded the territory of the Duchy of Rosaria.
It was a great war where the summoned beasts Phoenix and Shiva clashed.

Drake’s Eye — Until the Disappearance

A Mothercrystal that once existed in the northern part of the Wind Continent, in an area now covered by the Black Region.

Around eighty years ago, it was on the verge of disappearing, and research was conducted to try to maintain the blessing of the Mothercrystal by stopping time for Drake’s Eye.
The Witch of the North devised the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, but it did not display any effect, and Drake’s Eye disappeared.
Afterwards, it led to the decline of the Northern Countries.

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Dzemekys

A Mothercrystal said to have once existed in the northeastern part of the Republic of Dhalmekia.

The remaining legends that were passed down say it disappeared because of a conflict between gods and people and that the cavity that opened up in the sea because of the conflict is the present day Great Dzemekys Waterfall.

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The Tragedy of Dzemekys

The Tragedy of Dzemekys — Synopsis

A great tragedy that has been passed down as a myth in all parts of Valisthea.

In ancient times, people indulged their wants and challenged the gods to a fight, and many lives were lost due to their anger.
The Great Dzemekys Waterfall in the Republic of Dhalmekia is thought to be the setting of the myth, and remaining legends in the surrounding area support this.

The Tragedy of Dzemekys — The Truth

A great tragedy that happened in the era of the Sky Civilization.

People who had magitek technology invaded the Land of Dzemekys, which was thought of as the gods’ domain, to gain even more power, but the Mothercrystal and its surroundings disappeared at Ultima’s hand.
Because of this, an enormous cavity [was left] in the Dzemekys Region. Later on, this was passed down as the Tragedy of Dzemekys.

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The Great Magitek War

A war that occurred in the final years of the era of the Sky Civilization.

The development of magitek technology [caused] conflicts to happen over the Mothercrystals and their enormous [amounts of] aether and many magitek weapons were deployed in the great war.
As a result, the earth lost a lot of aether, and there was an outbreak of the Black Region in Valisthea.
Later on, magitek technology declined and the Sky Civilization was destroyed.

Religions & Faiths

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The Greagor All-Faith

The state religion of the Empire of Sanbreque.

It worships the goddess Greagor as the only diety as conveyed in the Genesis of the Empire.
The highest position in the Church is the Pope, who is elected by the Cardinals, but in reality, the Divine Emperor holds the most power.
Legend has it that the goddess Greagor was accompanied by a [flying] dragon, so [the church] considers them sacred creatures and actively promoted their protection and subordination.

Kokuyōka: This entry differs from its English counterpart: The Greagorian Church. The English entry has the Pope and the Divine Emperor be the same person, as well as the Cardinals and the Sages be the same people. The Japanese entry has the Pope and the Divine Emperor be different people.

The Crystalline Orthodoxy

The state religion of the Iron Kingdom, and a religion that believes in the Mothercrystals.

It considers the Mothercrystals themselves to be sacred beings and forbids magic that uses aether.
In the name of their beliefs, the priests and High Priest accompanied by [the rest of] the believers have inhumanly ostracized Bearers and Dominants who can use magic.

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The Malius Faith

The Malius Faith — Synopsis

The oldest religion recorded in Valisthea.

A religion that spread throughout Valisthea in ancient times and was the origin of the Crystalline Orthodoxy, the state religion of the Iron Kingdom.
It enshrined the Mothercrystals and worshiped Ultima, the faith’s object [of worship], as a god.

Kokuyōka: All the Mothercrystal Cores have (literal) crystal shrines built at them, which is what “enshrining” the Mothercrystals is referring to.

The Malius Faith — The Truth

The oldest religion recorded in Valisthea.

The religion that enshrined the Mothercrystals and worshiped Ultima and was the origin of the Crystalline Orthodoxy and the Ash Continent’s Messianic Faith.
In the past, the faith began with the murals painted by the people who lived in land of Dzemekys and spread throughout Valisthea, but with the passage of time, the faith died out.

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The Messianic Faith

A religion that has become established in recent years in the Ash Continent.

It draws from the Malius Faith and regards Ultima as its object of faith, and performs prayers and ceremonies according to old teachings introduced by Barnabas Tharmr, the King of Waloed.
Believers have faith that they will be saved from worldly suffering if they are reborn as Akashic, a pure being.

The Gilbert Merchant Church

A folk religion that is pervasive among merchants, centered in the Free City of Kanver.

It reveres Gilbert the Great, who once invented the Wind Continent’s monetary system as the God of Commerce.
The church’s ancestor participated in establishing the common currency, which was named “gil” after the eminent figure.
Merchants pray to [Gilbert’s] shintai, which is represented by gil, for a thriving business and a rise in financial fortune.

Kokuyōka: “shintai”, literally “a god’s body”, is the name of an object that is believed to house the spirit of a kami in Shinto beliefs. Often it is housed in/around a shrine.
Yes, this means that merchants are praying to gil to make more gil!

International Important Incidents

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The Continental War

In 865 CC, the war began with a conflict between the Sanbreque Empire and the Kingdom of Waloed concerning the Osa Strait.

While Sanbreque increased its power on the Wind Continent, the Republic of Dhalmekia, which was opposing the Iron Kingdom at the same time, formed an alliance with Waloed to reinforce its rear, resulting in a great war that divided the continent in two.

The Triple Alliance

In 859 CC, the alliance was formed between the Duchy of Rosaria, the Republic of Dhalmekia and the Empire of Sanbreque.

Originally an alliance between Rosaria and Dhalmekia, it was entered into by the three countries, which had had misgivings about independence movements intensifying in every city after Kanver [gained] independence.
However, the alliance was repealed after the Phoenix Gate Assault.

The New Triple Alliance

In 878 CC, the alliance was mediated in Port Isolde.

In order to avoid the unprecedented havoc that could occur if the centers of all the countries collapsed, they swore to make a way the people should follow.
The logistics are being led by Byron, the army by Havel, and the people by Quinten. It was named after the former alliance between the three countries they were all from.

Ultima and the Finale

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The Space Between Dimensions

The Space Between Dimentions — Synopsis

A space produced by Ultima.

Ultima called it “a cage for people” to confine wicked people in, and summoned Clive and Joshua to it to tell them the story of the weight of the crimes people had committed.

The Space Between Dimensions — The Truth

A space produced by Ultima.

Ultima called it “a cage for people” to confine wicked people in, and summoned Clive and Joshua to it to tell them the story of the weight of the crimes people had committed.
In a space made by the defense mechanism the Drake’s Spine Core has, Clive conquered an illusion and the Core disappeared with [the illusion].

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Origin

Origin — Synopsis

A relic that slept underneath the Crystalline Dominion.

When Ultima’s plan reached its final stage, it surfaced and appeared above ground.
It is encased in a black shell and shaped like a Mothercrystal.

Origin — The Truth

A relic that slept underneath the Crystalline Dominion.

Its true nature is that it is the ship the Ultima Family finally arrived in Valisthea on in ancient times.
After sleeping for a long time, it awoke in the final stages of the plan to create the world.

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The Knighthood Ceremony

A ceremony held in the Duchy of Rosaria to grant the title of Knight to a selected knight.

It is customary for the Dominant of the summoned beast Pheonix to select the Knight themselves.
In 860 CC, the next Archduke, Joshua Rosfield, gave his own older brother, Clive, the title of Knight and the Blessing of the Phoenix, expressing his respect and utmost trust in his older brother.

Kokuyōka: “knight”, the profession/job, is in kanji. “Knight”, the title, is in katakana English.

Sage Spire

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Sage Spire

Sage Spire — Synopsis

An ancient Sky Civilization ruin in Rosaria.

It is a huge spire that can be seen from far away, and no entrance or exit has been found so far.
It was thought to be one of the decayed ruins, but suddenly, the entire spire emitted a strong light.
The words and actions of Famiel and the others have [raised] suspicions that is connected with the dusk crystals.

Sage Spire — Dusk Crystals and the Artificial Core

An ancient Sky Civilization ruin in Rosaria.

While it was thought to be one of the decayed ruins, its interior is still operational.
The spire was overflowing with dusk crystals and the Core was laid out like the Crystal Shrines in many countries.
From the sound of someone’s voice echoing though the spire, it seems like it is on guard [against] Clive and His Crew.

Sage Spire — Destruction of the Artificial Core

An ancient Sky Civilization ruin in Rosaria.

In the past, research was conducted [in it] to make Mothercrystals, but now that the Sky Civilization has been destroyed, it continues to make only imperfect dusk crystals.
With the destruction of the artificial Core that was its center, the spire itself stopped operating when the Core disappeared.

Sage Spire — The Truth

A Sky Civilization facility where research to make Mothercrystals was conducted.

Inside the spire, artificial crystals were being refined using magitek technology, and Bio-Type Magitek Weapons were being developed using the byproducts.
Sage Spire was abandoned after the Tragedy of Dzemekys, but from then until the loss of the artifical Core, the magitek system continued to quietly operate inside the spire.

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The Jet-Black Forest

The Jet-Black Forest — Synopsis

A forest that has turned into the Black Region in Rosaria.

It extends from Eastpool to the North, and was once overflowing with greenery.
To the southwest of the forest, a ruin of the Sky Civilization, called Sage Spire, rises high into the heavens.

The Jet-Black Forest — The Door Leading to Sage Spire

A forest that has turned into the Black Region in Rosaria.

It extends from Eastpool to the North, and was once overflowing with greenery.
A Sky Civilization ruin deep in the forest was a door leading to Sage Spire.

Mysidia — Key Information & Locations

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The Former Northern Territory of Mysidia

The Former Northern Territory of Mysidia — Synopsis

A region located on the eastern edge of the northern part of the Wind Continent.

Like the surrounding former Northern Territories, it was thought to have sunk into the Black Region, but it still has clear water sources and lush green forests.
Because of the Illusion Magic: Mirage, it is crafted to appear as the Black Region to the outside world, while on the inside, a beautiful blue sky is projected.

The Former Northern Territory of Mysidia — The Abandoment of Mysidia

A region located on the eastern edge of the northern part of the Wind Continent.

Because of the Illusion Magic: Mirage, it is crafted to appear as the Black Region to the outside world.
About eighty years ago, the Northerners used it as a research base to prevent the disappearance of the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal, but it was abandoned after the failure of the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, and later settled by the People of Water.

The Former Northern Territory of Mysidia — Waljas’ Release

A region located on the eastern edge of the northern part of the Wind Continent.

Lots of old architecture remains from the time the Northerners once worshiped the summoned beast Shiva.
It was a research base for the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, but was abandoned [by them] and was settled by the People of Water.
For a long time, it was hidden by the Illusion Magic: Mirage, but with Waljas’ liberation, there will be changes to its connection with the outside world in the future.

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Neptune’s Wave Wall

Neptune’s Wave Wall — Synopsis

A solidified large wave covering Neptune’s Cape in the former northern territory.

It occurred about eighty years ago, and is rumored to be connected to the disappearance of the Drake’s Eye Mothercrystal, which occurred around the same time.
According to Shula, the Clan Head of the People of Water, it was caused by the summoned beast Leviathan, whose Dominant is still sleeping in the large wave.

Neptune’s Wave Wall — The People of Water’s Ceremony

Around eighty years ago, a solidified large wave covered Neptune’s Cape in the former northern territory.

It was pulled up by Waljas, the former Dominant, who manifested as the summoned beast Leviathan in a ceremony due to the People of Water.

Neptune’s Wave Wall — The Truth

Around eighty years ago, a solidified large wave covered Neptune’s Cape in the former northern territory.

Waljas, who once went out of control in the People of Water’s ceremony, manifested as Leviathan and pulled up a large wave.
The large wave was frozen in time by the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, which turned it into the Wave Wall. For the People of Water, it symbolizes the crime committed by their family.

Kokuyōka: Okay, so “was frozen in time” is really “was stopped in time”, but we all know that means something else in English that isn’t meant here!

Neptune’s Wave Wall — The Out-of-Control Leviathan

Around eighty years ago, a solidified large wave covered Neptune’s Cape in the former northern territory.

A large wave once pulled up by Leviathan that was sealed by the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze.
Leviathan was manifested due to Ultima’s intervention, and stirred up a storm around the Wave Wall.

Neptune’s Wave Wall — Releasing Waljas

Around eighty years ago, a solidified large wave covered Neptune’s Cape in the former northern territory.

A large wave once pulled up by Leviathan that was sealed by the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze.
When Waljas was released from Freeze, only the Wave Wall continued to be frozen in time, because Shula was concerned about damaging the surrounding area.

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The Sanctuary of Time

The Sanctuary of Time — Waljas’ Release

A stone sanctuary located on a plateau in Mysida.

It is covered in blue-white light, with streaks of light extending towards the Neptune Wave Wall.
Deep inside, there is a “keystone” that operates the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze.

The Sanctuary of Time — Freeze’s Effects

A stone sanctuary located on a plateau in Mysida.

Deep inside is the “keystone” of the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, which is emitting Freeze towards the Neptune Wave Wall.
The blue-white light covering the sanctuary is the after-effect of invoking Freeze, and the interior is frozen in time as it was just before it collapsed from Leviathan’s attack.

The Sanctuary of Time — Connection with the Northerners

A stone sanctuary located on a plateau in Mysida.

Originally, it was a religious facility from when the Northern Countries were prosperous, and the summoned beast Shiva, who was worshiped by people, can be seen in the old Northern architecture.
It was abandoned after being used to research the Time-Suspending Magic: Freeze, but about eighty years ago, it fell into the hands of the People of Water, and was called the Sanctuary of Time.

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The Village of the People of Water

The Village of the People of Water — Synopsis

A small settlement in Mysidia.

A village built around a spring where the People of Water live.
Beautiful blue flowers bloom at the water’s edge.
The whole area is surrounded by a log fence, separating it from the monster-infested forest.

The Village of the People of Water — Village Life

A small settlement in Mysidia.

Since it utilizes a settlement once built by Northerners, traces of the northern style can be seen in the houses.
Contact with the outside world is severely restricted in order to hide the village, but the lack of supplies is supplemented by some who work away from [the village] and buy them, as well as support from allies.

The Village of the People of Water — Towards a New Future

A small settlement in Mysidia.

The People of Water live modestly based on a settlement once built by Northerners.
Until now, the People of Water have lived in hiding as a way of not being involved with the outside world, but with Waljas’s release, their duty to watch over the Nepto Wave Wall is finished.
Eventually, there may come a day when the life of the People of Water will change, such as by opening the village.

Mysidia — Geography

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The Cloaked Mountain Trail

A mountain road just beyond the Cliffs of the Lost.

The People of Water cross this mountain trail coming and going between the village and the outside world.
It is characterized by a canyon overflowing with nature that is hidden by the Illusion Magic: Mirage.

Father’s Fell Forest

A forest region that extends throughout Mysidia.

While the Black Region spread in the North, the forests in Mysidia remained rich in nature and creatures searching for places to live gradually gathered there.
As a result, many type of monsters and barbarian tribes not seen in other places now live there.
The People of Water have maintained their livelihood in the village by obtaining food and raw materials from this forest.

Kokuyōka: Say the name five times fast!

Tailwind Coast

The coast that stretches east of Mysidia.

It continues on to Neptune’s Cape, where there is a close-up view of the unusual sight of Neptune’s Wave Wall.
The cliffs facing the sea are said to have been caused by Leviathan, who once raged in the area and gouged the earth with its enormous tail.

Maiden’s March

A group of ruins located in the western part of Mysida.
It is lined with old Northern architecture, and is thought to be been built by people who believed in the summoned beast Shiva.

Riversmeet Valley

A valley located in the northern part of Mysidia.

A village, once built by the Northerners, now remains as ruins submerged in the mountain stream.
It is said that due to Leviathan going out of control, two rivers merged, and the terrain became similar to how it is now.

The Waterfall of Sorrow

The large waterfall at the Riversmeet sunken ruins.

It is said that Waljas’ mother once threw herself from here out of pity for her own child who was sacrificed. The People of Water still do a ceremony of soul calming for her.
In a place with a nice view of this waterfall, Thalaos, a magical creature produced by Waljas, appeared.

Kokuyōka: “soul calming” is the idea of “consoling and pacifying the souls of the dead”.

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The Cliffs of the Lost

The Cliffs of the Lost — Synopsis

A cliff region on the border between Sanbreque and the former Northern Territories.

North of this, almost the entire area from Sanbreque’s territory to the former Northern Territories has sunk into the Black Region, so it seems that no one will come to this area.

The Cliffs of the Lost — The Crafted Sky

A cliff region on the border between Sanbreque and the former Northern Territories.

North of this, almost the entire area from Sanbreque’s territory to the former northern territories has sunk into the Black Region, so it seems that no one will come to this area.
However, what is seen from the outside world was a form crafted by the Illusion Magic: Mirage, and in reality, the land remains lush and green.

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Oillepheist Bay

The gulf facing the Empire of Sanbreque’s territory and the former Northern Territories.

Because it is close to the imperial capital of Oriflamme, it used to be heavily guarded, including the deployment of watchtowers.
With the expansion of the Black Region, precautions have relaxed as tensions with the North have disappeared, and it is deserted now that the countries have completely collapsed.

Mothercrystals & Crystals

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Mothercrystals

Mothercrystals — Synopsis

Five huge crystals enshrined by the people of Valisthea.

They came to be called Mothercrystals as they are the sources producing crystals.
The surrounding lands have active currents of aether and people are able to use magic abundantly in them.
The right to possess them has always been a source of conflict between nations.

Mothercrystals — The Main Cause of the Black Region

Five huge crystals enshrined by the people of Valisthea.

Although they have been worshiped as sacred beings, and bestow the miracle of magic on people, according to Cid, the reality is that their unintentional bleeding dry of the aether the earth breaths with is the very cause of the Black Region’s progression.

Mothercrystals — Connection to the Creation of the World

Huge crystals enshrined by the people of Valisthea.

Although they have been worshiped as sacred beings, and bestow the miracle of magic on people, the reality is that they are the very cause of the Black Region’s progression.
All of them were destroyed by Clive and His Crew, but it came out that they were originally distributed by Ultima to gather the necessary aether to create the world.

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Mothercrystal Cores

Mothercrystal Cores — Synopsis

The part that is a Mothercrystal nucleus.

At the Cores, Crystal Shrines were built in ancient times in order to enshrine them.
If a Mothercrystal Core is destroyed, the Crystal itself will also disappear.

Mothercrystal Cores — Defense Mechanisms

The part that is a Mothercrystal’s nucleus.

If a Mothercrystal Core is destroyed, the Crystal itself will also disappear, so it is equipped with a defense mechanism to protect its body and attack the target when it is exposed to danger by someone.
Every place’s Mothercrystal has a different defense mechanism.

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Lost Mothercrystals

Mothercrystals that once existed in Valisthea, but later vanished.

The Mothercrystals of Dzemekys in central Valisthea, Drake’s Eye in the northern part of the Wind Continent, and Drake’s Horn in the southern part of the Ash Continent fall under this category.

The Crystal [Flower] Bud

The Drake’s Tail Core transformed into this form during the civil war in the Crystalline Dominion.

The defense mechanism activated when the Megaflare fired by Bahamut directly hit the Core, and it eroded Dion’s spirit.
Because the memory of the Flying Dragon Grass strongly remained in his spirit, Drake’s Tail itself transformed into the form of a huge “Flying Dragon Grass flower bud”.

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Crystal Shrines

Crystal Shrines — Synopsis

Shrines where the Mothercrystal Cores were enshrined.

They were made in ancient times and are still thought to be sacred places even after their role has disappeared from people’s memories.

Crystal Shrines — The Truth

Shrines where the Mothercrystal Cores were enshrined.

They were built by primordial people who existed before the Sky Civilization.

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The Black Region

The Black Region — Synopsis

A region where the earth’s aether has been exhausted.

The soil is stained black, plants wither and die, and land where magic cannot also be used.
In recent years, it has been spreading rapidly throughout Valisthea. The number of refugees who have lost their homes and the number of ferocious monsters who have been driven out of their habitats has increased, and this has become a serious problem in every country.

The Black Region — The Truth

A region where the earth’s aether has been exhausted.

Land where life cannot survive and magic cannot also be used.
Formerly, Ultima escaped from 《The Black》 and finally arrived in Valisthea where he distributed the Mothercrystals for the magic of creating the world.
However, as people relied on the Mothercrystals’ divine protection and overused magic, the earth’s aether was sucked away and the land was destroyed by the Black Region.

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Crystals

Crystals — Synopsis

A tool used to perform magic.

It absorbs aether from the earth and manifests it as use-specific elemental magic.
In Valisthea, they are prized as an essential part of [daily] life and are under the control of the state.
They deteriorate with each use of magic and eventually shatter into pieces.

Crystals — The Black Market

A tool used to perform magic.

It absorbs aether from the earth and manifests it as use-specific elemental magic.
Although they are under the control of the state, and the only way to get one is to wait for them to be distributed, due to being a commodity and their scarcity, they are traded on the black market and many people will accept the trade despite knowing they [could be] subject to severe penalties.

Crystals — The Effects of Primordial Wedge

A tool used to perform magic.

It absorbs aether from the earth and manifests it as use-specific elemental magic.
After Ultima invoked Primordial Wedge, the aether-consuming large installed crystals are unable to be used.
The portable crystals are starting to be unusable in some regions, which is having an impact on people’s [daily] lives.

Crystals — People Searching for Crystals

A tool used to perform magic.

It absorbs aether from the earth and manifests it as use-specific elemental magic.
Since Ultima invoked Primordial Wedge, the regions crystals are unusable in has decreased, and all countries have stopped distributing them to the common people.
However, many people still cling to the miraculous power called magic and continue to seek out crystals.

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Portable Crystals

Small crystals carried by the people of Valisthea.

They are cut from the Mothercrystals and are fundamentally distributed by the state, but Bearers and criminals are not permitted to own them.
They are extremely valuable to people and are usually carried on one’s person in a specific container.

Installed Crystals

Large crystals set up in cities and towns in Valisthea.

Large-scale magic is manifested by the installed crystals, and is used for things like town wells and blacksmith furnaces.
For this reason, private ownership is rarely allowed and they are primarily managed by the state.

Aether & Magic

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Aether

The earth’s life force that is used when manifesting magic.

The amount consumed is different depending on the magic, with more advanced magic that effects a wider area consuming a larger amount of aether.
For example, if a portable crystal is used to light a cooking fire, while an installed crystal is used to light the furnace fire in a blacksmith’s forge, the amount of aether consumed will also be much greater [in the second case].

Aether Resistance

A creature’s resistance to aether.

Dominants and Bearers are highly resistant, and do not become Akashic immediately, even in places with high [aether] concentrations, such as aether pools.
Some creatures, such as chocobos, also are highly resistant, [and therefore] useful.

Aether Pool

A phenomenon that occurs where the earth’s aether balance is disturbed and its concentration suddenly rises.

The normally invisible aether is visible as a blue mist.
Dense aether is hazardous to creatures and continued exposure leads to being poisoned and transforming into a being that has lost its Ego-Self called Akashic.

Kokuyōka: “leads to being poisoned” is can also be “fall into addiction”. This is very similar, if not identical, to how mako poisoning in FFVII is described.

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Magic

Magic — Synopsis

The materialization of the earth’s aether.

As well as being manifested through the medium of a crystal, Dominants and Bearers are able to use their own power.
The eight fundamental elements are fire, water, wind, earth, ice, thunder, light and darkness. There is also a small amount of magic that doesn’t have an element.
For the people of Valisthea, it is essential for living [a normal] life.

Magic — The Physical Body and Aether

The materialization of the earth’s aether.

As well as being manifested through the medium of a crystal, Dominants and Bearers are able to use their own power.
Usually, in order to manifest magic, one needs a physical body and aether.
Utlima sought out both to invoke a mighty magic to carry out the creation of the world.

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Petrification

A phenomenon where the bodies of Bearers and Dominants who continue to use magic harden.

This is due to the burden placed on the body when using magic and does not progress when using crystals.
Petrification is accompanied by intense pain, and if it expands [too far], it even robs [people of] freedom of movement, which leads to death and finally crumbling into sand and scattering.
A way to cure it has not yet been determined.

Magic Barriers

A defensive wall [made] with magic.

The strength and extent of the deployed defensive wall increase the burden on the body.

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The Glazheim Wall

The Glazheim Wall — Synopsis

An extremely vast magic barrier invoked by the summoned beast Odin.

It not only defends against attacks from the outside, but has the power to erase anything that touches the barrier.
It cut off the route in the direction of the royal capital of Stonehyrr.

The Glazheim Wall — Disappearance

An extremely vast magic barrier invoked by the summoned beast Odin.

It not only defends against attacks from the outside, but has the power to erase anything that touches the barrier.
It cut off the route in the direction of the royal capital of Stonehyrr, but it disappeared with the death of Barnabas.

The Phoenix Knight

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The Title of Knight

It is an accolade bestowed to a knight of the Duchy of Rosaria who is of particularly high real abilities.

They receive the honor of protecting the Dominant of the summoned beast Phoenix and receive the Blessing of Phoenix which bestows on them part of the summoned beast’s power.

Kokuyōka: “knight”, the profession/job, is in kanji. “Knight”, the title, is in katakana English.

The Blessing of Phoenix

The power Clive received from Joshua.

The Dominant of Phoenix has an ability called Rejuvenation [that lets them] hand out their own power to their chosen people. People who are bestowed with [their] power can use fire magic without crystals.
In the Duchy of Rosaria, it is customary for the Dominant, who is the Archduke, to bestow on the Knights, who are [the Dominant’s] own guardians, [the Dominant’s] power as a “blessing”.

The Knighthood Ceremony

A ceremony held in the Duchy of Rosaria to grant the title of Knight to a selected knight.

It is customary for the Dominant of the summoned beast Pheonix to select the Knight themselves.
In 860 CC, the next Archduke, Joshua Rosfield, gave his own older brother, Clive, the title of Knight and the Blessing of the Phoenix, expressing his respect and utmost trust in his older brother.

Kokuyōka: In the game, this is the last entry in the Thousand Tomes. I have also put it here as it thematically goes in the Phoenix Knight section.