Narrator:

In ages long forgotten...

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Light fought Darkness for control of the world.

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Dark Dragon led the evil hordes of Darkness.

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The Ancients fought back with the Powers of Light.

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Dark Dragon was defeated and cast into another dimension.

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The Lord of Darkness vowed to return in 1,000 years.

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Time passed, and Dark Dragon was forgotten by all.

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Ten centuries of peace ruled the land of Rune.

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Until the kingdom of Runefaust brought war and fear to Rune.

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Hordes of evil creatures ravaged every land.

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Here and there, strongholds of Good still held out...

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...awaiting a Hero who could wield the Powers of Light!

Simone:

Wow! Dark Dragon, Ancients... Let's see now, what else does this old book say? Hmmm. One thousand years have passed since they vanquished Dark Dragon. And this book says Dark Dragon threatened to return right about now. I bet anything that Dark Dragon is behind the evil hordes of Runefaust!

Simone:

I need to tell someone about this! But who would listen to a kid like me?

Simone:

[Carries on from 'Short Intro']

Simone:

Pick an adventure.

Simone:

Say, what shall I call you?

Simone:

Nice to meet you, Max! I'm Simone. Come back often and tell me everything!

Simone:

You need to get going! Evil spreads farther across Rune with every passing day.

Simone:

Really? Which adventure should I delete?

Simone:

Are you sure?

Simone:

OK, it's done!

Simone:

Come on, let's get on with your adventure!

Simone:

Change your mind? No problem! Come on, let's get on with your adventure!

Simone:

Which adventure do you wish to copy?

Simone:

Where do you wish to copy it to?

Simone:

Done!

Simone:

Let's get going! Evil spreads farther across Rune with every passing day.

Simone:

Which adventure would you like to continue?

Simone:

Oh no! I can't find adventure [Num]! I hope you're not too mad!

Simone:

Good luck! And be sure to stop by to let me know how you're doing, OK?

Lord Varios:

Max? Max? C'mon, kid, wake up! I didn't hit you that hard.

Lord Varios:

Keep your guard up, kid. Those beasts of Runefaust will tear you to pieces!

Lord Varios:

OK, that's enough for today. You'd better take it easy for a while.

Varios:

No, Max, I think you've had enough for today!

Lowe:

Well, Max, had enough swordplay for today?

Lowe:

I don't know how you keep at it hour after hour. I'm dead tired after about 15 minutes!

Lord Varios:

You have the makings of a great fighter, Max. You'll be tested soon enough.

Soldier:

Lord Varios, the king has sent for you. You must come at once!

Lord Varios:

Of course. Lead the way, guardsman.

Lord Varios:

I fear the worst, Max! Prepare yourself for true battle immediately!.

Lowe:

Did you see Varios' face? He went pale! Something really big is happening.

Lowe:

Let's split up and see if we can't find out what's going on. I'll see you later.

Woman:

I'm sick of feeling helpless! I'm going to ask Varios to train me to be a fighter!

Priest:

Hello, Max! I've been having the worst nightmares. Have you had any?

Priest:

I bet they're the same ones I've been having!

Priest:

Well, then, let me tell you about mine.

Priest:

I saw our land in ruins. Evil creatures roamed our halls! It seemed so real!

Priest:

Varios seemed very upset when he passed this way. Perhaps you should look for him.

Old man at the church:

Eh? What's a youngster like you doing moping around? Get out and fight evil!

Guard at the church:

Back and forth, up and down! Man, I'm tired of guarding this chapel all day!

Woman at the entrance of the castle:

The Castle of Guardiana lies just ahead. Varios went in just a while ago.

Old man:

Someday I hope to go to Manarina to become a mage.

Man near bar:

There are so many monsters outside the city gates! There's no escape!

Bar owner:

Pay the old man no heed, youngster. His mind isn't what it used to be!

Gort:

Hey there, youngster. My name is Gort. Care to hear my story?

Gort:

Thanks. No one talks to me anymore. All too busy. Want to hear a secret?

Gort:

Never trust anyone outside this city! Murderers and thieves, all of 'em! I ought to know. I used to be a great warrior. Been all over the world. Why, I have half a mind to go out again. Would if I got a good offer.

Gort:

I understand. I had things to do when I was your age. Perhaps some other time.

Man near exit:

Have you seen my cart? It rolls away all the time. Needs new brakes, I guess.

Item seller:

Don't mind the boss. He gets like that sometimes. Perhaps I can help you out?

Weapons seller:

Sigh, not another customer! Buy, sell, buy, sell. That's all I do! Just go away!

Guard inside building:

Be careful, Max. The knights resent the time Lord Varios spends training you!

Guard at the exit 1:

Sorry, Max. Talk to the king if you want to leave. Orders are orders!

Guard at the exit 2:

An order from the castle. No one leaves.

Inn owner:

Bad times, my friend. Not a guest in two weeks!

Narrator:

Knights' Inn

Girl's mother:

My poor girl! I can't seem to calm her down!

Girl:

I...I had an awful dream. The whole town burned down. Sniff. Our house, too.

Girl's father:

We're all upset about our daughter's nightmare. Do you think it means anything?

Man in town:

Hey! Watch it, pal! How'd you like it if I tried to run you over with a cart?

Dog:

Grrr! Woof, woof! Arf!

Gort's first grandaughter:

Sorry, but I'm busy packing. Grandpa's out somewhere. He has time to talk!

Gort's second grandaughter:

Grandpa was once the best warrior in all of Rune. But that was a long time ago.

Castle guard 1:

This is Guardiana Castle!

Castle guard 2:

This is Guardiana Castle!

Guard near the headquarters:

No one enters here without Lord Varios' permision!

Old man:

The king seems very worried. Do you know why?

Old man:

My guess is that thoughts of the Gate of the Ancients trouble our noble king!

Old man:

Well! You young people think you know everything!

Mae:

Greetings, Max. I am Mae, Varios' daughter.

Mae:

The other knights feel that father has wasted his time on you. We shall see!

Guard near the treasure room:

What kind of treasure? I'm not sure. Something really valuable, I guess.

Treasury Guard (while pushing him):

Huh?

Treasury Guard (after pushing him):

Hey, cut that out! You can't just push your way in here. Get out!

Guard near the knights:

Watch out, Max! There are REAL knights training out here! You might get hurt!

Knight 1:

We'll make quick work of those Runefaust beast!

Knight 2:

The Guardiana knights have no need of you, Max!

Knight 3:

Whew! Training wears me out.

Knight 4:

We have trained until our arms are ready to fall off! When will we see battle?

Knight 5:

Beat it, Max! This training field's too rough for the likes of you!

Knight 6:

Don't let them get to you, Max. Some knights are always complaining.

Knight inside the castle:

These are my quarters. Find someplace else to sleep!

Old man inside the tower:

A great view from the top of this tower. You can see forever.

Mage:

Yes, it's an interesting tower, isn't it? So much to see, and do!

Man at the top of the tower:

Oh my! What a lovely view!

Narrator:

Max looks into the telescope.

Old man:

A huge eye! Aiiiieeee!

Old man:

Whoa! You scared me for a bit there! I was just looking around, admiring the land. Lately I've seen moving people or creatures near the Gate of the Ancients....

King of Guardiana:

...that is the story, Varios.

Lord Varios:

Mmmm...Then, your majesty, we have no choice but to send Max, a young fighter.

Lord Varios:

Oh, Max. Good. I was going to look for you. First, listen to the King.

Lord Varios, minister and Nova:

First you must listen to what the king has to say.

King of Guardiana:

For centuries, our people have watched the Gate of the Ancients, as its guardians. Beyond that gate lies we know not what, not even if it is of the Light or the Darkness. But the Ancients knew, and they sealed it beyond the gate and set us as guards. And now we find that we may have failed in our mission, our reason for existence. Signs have been seen that forces of Runefaust are at the Gate of the Ancients! Whatever evil they are planning, we must stop it at all costs and at once!

Varios:

But we must not panic the people. A small group of young but skilled warriors...

Nova:

Yes! He could do it. He could leave town unnoticed and have a chance to succeed, perhaps.

King of Guardiana:

Yes, Nova, I agree. Max! Will you take the task?

King of Guardiana:

What? You refuse?! It seems that Varios was wrong about you, after all. Too bad.

King of Guardiana:

Have you reconsidered? Will you go to the Gate of the Ancients and investigate?

King of Guardiana:

Very well! Now, return to town and gather your troops. Come back when you're ready.

King of Guardiana:

Gather your troops, quickly. There is no time to lose!

Varios:

I'll leave everything to you. I must fortify the castle.

Minister:

Hummph! Seems like a mighty poor plan to me! But who listens to my advice?

King's maid:

Take care, Max. It is more dangerous out there than you suspect! Or so I've heard.

Girl 1:

Grrr! I'm so mad! Do you want to know why?

Girl 1:

Why I never! How rude!

Girl 1:

It's that Tao! How dare she call herself a mage? If she's a mage, I'm a footstool!

Girl 2:

Princess Anri is away in Manarina. Do you know about the land of Manarina?

Girl 2:

Manarina holds an Arcane College, where the best mages are trained.

Girl 2:

I see you are well-informed.

Luke:

Wait, Max! Nova sent us. We're going with you. I am Luke the warrior.

Ken:

Ken the knight, at your service, Max! I'll follow you wherever you lead.

Tao:

I am Tao. I'm only an apprentice mage, but I'll do my best.

Hans:

I am Hans, an elven archer. I'm coming, but don't put me in the front lines, OK?

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Luke, Ken, Tao and Hans join the Shining Force!

Luke:

Meet us at headquarters back in the castle!

Lowe:

Hey Max! Don't try to sneak out of town without me!

Nova:

Now that you have your comrades, return to the king to hear his final commands. I'll follow your progress and offer advice as you face the vile hordes of Runefaust.

Lowe:

Well, that's settled. See you at headquarters!

King of Guardiana:

You have your troops, but you need supplies. Take this to purchase what you need.

Narrator:

Max gains 100 coins!

King of Guardiana:

A cart will take you to the Gate of the Ancients. Go now and carry out your task!

Minister:

It'll never work! We're all doomed, I tell you. Doomed!

King of Guardiana:

Good luck, Max. You must succeed or Guardiana falls!

Knight inside the castle:

Why you? Why couldn't I lead the Shining Force? Arrrgh!

Knight from before:

What's that troops? I can't hear you! Louder!

Knights:

Sir, yes, sir!

Guard near headquarters:

Good luck, Max!

Guard near the exit 1:

I see that you have the King's permission to leave. Good luck!

Guard near the exit 2:

If you sense great danger, don't hesitate to retreat. Use your Egress spell.

Lowe:

Max! Goblins! Runefaust must be up to something!

Tao:

We can take them, Max!

Rune knight:

Move it, vermin! Find the key to this blasted door!

Rune knight:

C'mon, we're almost in!

Rune knight:

Where is that blasted key?

Rune knight:

What? Blast it! Those fools from Guardiana are here!

Narrator:

Earthquake!

Rune knight:

Attack, goblins and dwarves! Strike a blow for the honor of Runefaust!

Nova:

Max! Do you really want to retreat from this battle?

Rune knight:

Fools...you have won here, but Lord Kane of Runefaust is even now attacking Guardiana!

Nova:

If that creature spoke truly, we must return to help defend Guardiana!

Jogurt:

Greetings, Max. I have been waiting for you.

Gong:

I am Gong. I have fought the evil of Runefaust for many years. I will aid you.

Gong:

I will join your troops.

Woman:

Strange things are in the woods. They give me the creeps.

Old man:

Well, what a surprise! Rarely do we have guests in such a remote area. I am a friar, though I might not look it. How can I help you?

Nova:

The earthquake blocked the road. Head north, but be ready for battle.

Rune knight:

No one enters Guardiana while we live! For Darksol!

Dwarf 1:

Death to Guardiana!

Dwarf 1:

Death to Guardiana!

Nova:

Well done, Shining Force! Now, enter Guardiana and find out what's happened there!

Unknown:

Who are you? Go back to wherever you came from!

Guard 1:

You made it back! You're a little late. We were almost overrun by Runefaust! We held them off, but we've suffered greatly, as you'll see as you wander around.

Guard 1:

Most of our knights were lost in the battle...many homes were damaged. But we held! We'll keep watch here. Runefaust is bound to attack again, sooner or later.

Guard 1:

Don't worry about your comrades. We've sent them up to headquarters.

Wounded guard:

Their commander...Kane of Runefaust...evil to the core!

Inn owner:

Praise the Light that's over! Monsters, fighting...I can't take much more of this!

Villager:

We almost lost. I still don't know why they pulled back!

Dog:

Arf...arf!

Gort's grandaughter:

Those beasts! I'll have nightmares forever!

Villager 2:

I sent my family away, but I stayed and fought.

Old man:

I wanted to fight. But my legs were shaking so hard I got dizzy and passed out.

Bar owner:

Those monsters would've wrecked my shop, but the old guy drove them off!

Gort:

You know, that little fracas made me want to fight again. Max, I'm joining up!

Gort:

I'll be at headquarters.

Weapons seller:

Welcome Max! Those vile Runefausters have made me mad. I have weapons guaranteed to knock those monsters' heads off. Take a look.

Items seller:

I'd have fought, if I could, but all I'm good at is buying and selling.

Wounded guard near church:

We won...this time. But what about the next attack?

Woman at the church:

Just let them try to come in here! I'll whap 'em silly!

Old man at the church:

Welcome back. You know, I've been thinking a lot about you. What was I thinking? Ah, it's slipped my mind! Ask me some other time.

Wounded guard 1:

Those beasts were everywhere! I keep expecting one to leap at me even now.

Wounded guard 2:

Take care, Max. No place is safe now.

Minister:

Hurry, Max! Kane of Runefaust has injured the king and Lord Varios!

Lord Varios:

Go away, Kane! I don't understand what you are talking about!

Lord Kane:

Anyway, the treasure of Guardiana is in my hand now.

Lord Varios:

I won't let you take that! Just leave!

Lord Kane:

Sword of Darkness! Show me your power!!

Lord Varios:

Arrrghhh!

Narrator:

[Varios dies.]

Mae:

No! Father! I... I can't believe it! I'll, I'll...

Lord Kane:

Now, Guardiana is unworthy of my attention. Farewell, fools!

Mae:

Max! Look to the king!

King of Guardiana:

Max...Mae...I don't think I'll live much longer, thought Varios protected me. Listen, the gate of the Ancients is the only access to the Tower. And the gate can be opened only with the key. You must find it before it falls into the hands of evil! You should never let them open the gate! Find out why Runefaust is interested in the gate... Please...

King of Guardiana:

Mae... Daughter of the great Varios, help Max... Avenge your father! and be strong...

Mae:

Your majesty....

King of Guardiana:

Please tell my daughter, Anri, in Manarina...to stay strong, for her people...

King of Guardiana:

...........

Narrator:

(The king dies.)

Mae:

Now is not the time for tears and grief. Alterone should be out next goal.

Mae:

Max!

Mae:

Let's go find that key! I don't want to see any more of these tradegies.

Mae:

I'll await you at headquarters. Be quick!

Minister:

I was so scared...Kane... His single glance froze me!

Woman 1:

Tell Tao "Good Luck" for me, won't you? She'll need it.

Woman 2:

Will your journey take you to the town of Manarina?

Woman 2:

Oh. That's too bad....

Woman 2:

Then see Princess Anri! She can help you.

Girl:

Sniff...I was so...frightened. I saw this in a dream. I saw it...

Girl's mother:

I'm so glad to hear that my husband's still alive!

Old man:

Sigh. I can't believe the king is dead.

King's maid:

The king is dead...who shall lead us now, with Anri far away?

Old man at the tower:

Blasted telescope! What good is it if I couldn't spot the Runefaust army with it?

Mage:

Talk to the old man in the chapel. He knows much. Perhaps he can advise you.

Wounded guard 1:

The treasure...they took all they could carry. Get it back, Max!

Wounded guard 2:

Good luck, Max.

Wounded guard 3:

Defeat Runefaust!

Wounded guard near the church:

We'll hold out, never fear!

Woman at the church:

Go, Max. Our hopes go with you!

Old man at the church:

Hello, Max. I know a legend that may help you. Will you hear it?

Old man at the church:

Those who despise wisdom are foolish indeed.

Old man at the church:

Somewhere on Rune is a land of the Ancients. The key to the gate might be there.

Villager:

We'll protect Guardiana. You worry about foiling Runefaust's evil plans.

Old man near the inn:

It's a mystery to me why Runefaust attacked us.

Man in the inn:

Hmmm. Runefaust? But that's clear across the sea!

Inn owner:

Alterone? It lies to the northeast.

Wounded guard:

Alterone is an ally of ours. I wonder if it was also attacked by Runefaust.

Bar owner:

Beware of ambushes! The road is long and dangerous!

Dog:

Woof! Arf! Woof!

Gort's grandaughter:

Tell Grandpa Gort to fight hard!

Guard 1:

Good luck, Max!

Guard 2:

Good luck, Max!

Nova:

Max! Enemies await you on the road to Alterone. Take all precautions!

Nova:

Excellent! Kane will have to do better than that to stop you. On to Alterone!

Man at the entrance:

Welcome to Alterone, stranger!

Old woman:

I hear there's an underground passage in the castle. Sssh! Let's keep it a secret.

Villager 1:

That woman over there gives me the creeps. They say she's a witch!

Witch:

Greetings, Max. With my powers I can see the future. Care to know your fate?

Witch:

If you are too scared to hear my words, how can you hope to survive the trials you face?

Witch:

Death lies to the north. Go back to Guardiana, for your doom awaits if you continue.

Villager 2:

Danger? From Runefaust? Ha!

Woman:

The Ancients, Darkness, Runefaust? Sorry, those things don't concern us.

Woman 2:

Watch out! I don't want you to splash mud on my beautiful new dress!

Woman 2:

What a rude thing to do!

Woman 2:

Mud all over my new dress! Arrggh, I can't stand it!

Woman 2:

I'll get you!

Villager 3:

The king called the friar to the castle. I always wanted to stand up here.

Villager 4:

Don't judge our king too harshly. He's pretty good, as kings go.

Khris' mother:

You haven't seen my daughter Khris around, have you? She wants to be an adventurer!

Old man in a house:

Money makes the world go 'round, youngster. And don't you ever forget it!

Man near the castle entrance:

Don't stand in front of the drawbridge. You're liable to get run over by the traffic.

Woman 3:

There have been a lot of strangers visiting the castle lately. A regular parade.

Old man at the center of the town:

Hey! Can't you read the sign? Don't make me glare at you!

Fisherman:

I love to fish. Hey, a bite, I feel a bite! Don't just stand there, help me pull!

Fisherman:

Wow! It must be a whale. Pull again!

Fisherman:

One more time!

Fisherman:

I caught it!

Fisherman:

Drat! More gold coins? Shucks, I thought I had a fish. Just toss 'em back.

Fisherman:

Here, fishee, fishee, fishee!

Fisherman:

I'm not going to give up!

Items seller:

Welcome, welcome! Come on in and browse. Nothing but the best here!

Woman at the shop 2:

I can't find a thing I want to buy.

Woman at the shop 1:

I hate this place! All they have is cheap stuff. I can't stand it.

Old woman at the shop:

This place is pretty busy today.

Man at the shop:

This is a great business. Everyone in town comes here at least once a day.

Old man near the east exit:

No one worries about anything nowadays. It seems pretty odd to me.

Weapons seller:

You need weapons, and I've got the best in town. Step right up!

Guy from Guardiana:

You must be Max, right?

Guy from Guardiana:

Strange...I was so sure....

Guy from Guardiana:

I knew it! I lived in Guardiana until a few months ago. I just heard a rumor.

Guy from Guardiana:

A friend of mine told me that Guardiana was totally wiped out. Is that true?

Guy from Guardiana:

Good...but my friend has already left to inform the castle!

Guy from Guardiana:

I hoped it wasn't true. The friend who told me about it went to inform the castle.

Guard 1:

Our king is entertaining an important guest. Who do you think you are to barge in?

Guard 2:

What? Guardiana was attacked? By Runefaust? Rubbish! Get out of here!

Guard 3:

You heard him-beat it!

Guards at the entrance:

The king has given orders that you may enter. Highly unusual, but go on in.

Khris' relative:

Khris, where are you? Have you seen her?

Khris' relative:

Well, don't just stand there, help me look for her.

Khris' relative:

Well, then where is she?

Woman:

Do you know the King's secret?

Woman:

Oh! You don't. He! He! It may be nothing to you. Please forget it.

Woman:

He seems to like treasure. It is rumored he has hidden treasure here and there.

Khris:

Be very careful when you meet the king. That's all I dare say.

Guard 1:

Watching water relaxes me. ...What? Guard the castle? Huh? It's not my business!

Guard 2:

No one enters. We have important guests.

Guard 3:

Sleep, eat and play games. This is the life for me.

Guard 4:

C'mon, sit down and take it easy. We do it all day.

Guard 5:

Maybe I should toss out this armor. It's too itchy.

Bar owner:

Relax. Take a seat and shovel down some food.

Knight 1:

What! Runefaust attacked Guardiana? Talk to our king. I'm sure he can help!

Knight 2:

Our king is a believer in helping those in need.

Guard 6:

Who are you?

Guard 6:

There's nothing here to see. Go away!

Guard 6:

Get back upstairs!

Minister:

I've heard all about you. Talk to our king.

King Alterone:

What? Runefaust attacked Guardiana? Hard to believe. Follow me, Max. I have a...tactician we should consult with on this matter.

Guard 2:

The king is waiting for you.

Rune knights:

I have nothing to say to you, Max of Guardiana.

King Alterone:

I'm sorry about this, but I must protect Alterone.

Lord Kane:

Surprised, Max? Alterone has already surrendered! Put him in a prison cell! I'll decide how to best dispose of him in a day or two.

King Alterone:

Kane, you promised that Alterone would not be involved in any of this!

Lord Kane:

Quiet, fool! Or I'll throw you in the cell with him! Take him away.

Priest:

I came to tell the king to fight, but Kane had already convinced him to surrender.

Priest:

Even though I am in prison, I can still perfom my duties. How can I help you?

Narrator:

(The bars are solid. There's no way to break them.) ...Footsteps approach!

Khris:

The time has come to strike back at Runefaust! I'm letting you out.

Khris:

Please help me save Alterone! I'll fight alongside you. I can heal too!

Khris:

We can't go this way, they'll spot us for sure.

Khris:

There's a secret passage. Use it to escape.

Khris:

I'll be at headquarters.

Khris:

I'll get you out of here soon.

Lord Kane:

Lowly worms, I shall crush you beneath my heel. Attack, soldiers of Runefaust!

Rune knight:

Lord Kane, Lord Darksol commands you to return to Runefaust immediately.

Lord Kane:

Tell him I'm on my way.

Rune knight:

Yes, sir.

Lord Kane:

A shame I can't stay to watch you meet your doom! My troops can handle the likes of you.

Nova:

Max, there's no time to lose. Kane must be found and stopped at all costs. Find out all you can and be sure to talk to the king of Alterone!

Villager near headquarters:

Never trust Runefaust, that's what I always say.

Man near the castle 1:

Good luck, Max. Give Kane a wallop for us!

Man near the castle 2:

I would have fought with you, but I didn't want the battle to be too lopsided.

Woman near the item shop:

Thank you, for getting rid of that evil Kane person.

Woman at the northwest corner of town:

Thank you for driving away those Runefaust beasts.

Old man near the item shop:

Battles in the streets, friars in prison...What's this town coming to?

Old man in a house:

Ah, Rindo. Lots of money there! Yes, yes, a fine town.

Old woman:

Before you came, the knights of Runefaust spoke of the town of Rindo.

Woman:

Those brutes! They splashed mud on my new dress!

Woman:

Now my dress is ripped too!

Priest:

I was freed when you won the battle. Thank you! Perhaps I can help you now.

Guy at the church:

Oh, well, it was nice while it lasted.

Old woman at the shop:

I wish you well in your quest! Come back when it's over and you can relax.

Woman at the shop 1:

Perhaps in Manarina they'll know how to deal with Kane.

Woman at the shop 2:

We were never in any real danger. Who would hurt us?

Old man near the east exit:

We're going to help rebuild Guardiana. It's the least we can do to repay you.

Man at the shop:

That was as close as I ever want to get to a battle!

Guy from Guardiana:

I think I'll return to Guardiana. They need me.

Man at the southwest:

Hey, where did that witch go? She's up to no good, mark my words!

Man at the entrance:

Thank you, Max. Alterone is now free, thanks to you.

Guards at the entrance:

Welcome to Alterone Castle!

Guards at the entrance:

Welcome to Alterone Castle!

Khris' relative:

Khris is going with you? I'll hold you responsible if she gets hurt!

Woman 1:

I'm glad to see you alive again, Max.

Woman 2:

Rindo even has a circus! I'd love to see a circus. Tell me about it if you see it!

Guard 1:

Watching you fight was inspiring. No more sitting around all day for me!

Guard 2:

Good job, Max. We'll be on guard from now on.

Guard 3:

Sorry, Max, no time to chat. I've got a castle to guard!

Guard 4:

The mages in Manarina are said to know everything about everything!

Bar owner:

Well, I hope you're proud of yourself. You've ruined my business!

Knight 1:

I shall never fail my king again, trust me.

Knight 2:

To think that we let a snake like Kane here. Never again, Max!

Minister:

Kane of Runefaust spoke of a door and a key. Has he found the key yet?

Minister:

Then there's still time! You must hurry after him!

Minister:

We're doomed! That door is said to hold back an ancient devil. All is lost!

King Alterone:

Max, I wasn't myself. Kane had some power over me. Can you forgive me?

King of Alterone:

Oh... ...You won't forgive me? I suppose it's to be expected.

King Alterone:

Thank you! I want to help you. Search the dragon head to reveal a secret passage!

King Alterone:

Head toward Rindo, then to Manarina. Someone there should be able to help you.

Narrator:

There's a chain inside the head! Do you wish to pull it?

Narrator:

Max pulls the chain!

Narrator:

The Legacy of the Ancients, the Door, the Key...What can it all mean? No matter what the cost, the mystery must be solved, and Runefaust's plans foiled.

Narrator:

Max and the Shining Force followed Kane's trail to the town of Rindo....

Guy near HQ:

Welcome to Rindo. Nova awaits you downstairs.

Weapons seller:

A warrior's only as good as his tools, right? And you seem to need some new ones!

Boken:

The name's Boken. I'm going crazy in this dull place. Does anything ever happen?

Guy to the southeast:

Yep. The circus tent will be right over there.

Old man at port:

Sorry, stranger. Soldiers bought almost all our ships. That one is the mayor's.

Kid near bar:

When I get older, I'll have a shop of my very own!

Old man in the bar:

The Legacy of the Ancients? Go to Manarina and ask the mages. They'll know.

Items seller:

Welcome! We have a wide variety of items for you. Take a look!

Guy outside the theater:

They won't let me inside. They say I'm a bad actor. What do critics know?

Woman in the theater:

I always enjoy these plays. "The Glory of Runefaust" should be wonderful.

Kid in the theater:

Go Runefaust! Go Runefaust!

Old man in the theater:

A fine play with strong performances all around. I've seen it many times already.

Actor 1 (dressed as a Rune knight):

What a great role! The actor's life is for me!

Actor 2 (dressed as Max):

What a rotten role! I can't stand this much longer.

Man at the counter:

The play's about to begin. It's about Runefaust routing Guardiana. Want to see it?

Man at the counter:

Too bad. It's wonderful!

Man at the counter:

Go sit down. It's starting!

Man at the counter:

Thank you for waiting. The show will now begin!

Actor 1:

Take that, you Guardiana wimp! And that! And that!

Actor 2:

Please don't kill me, mighty Runefaust knight, please!

Actor 1:

You're too weak to live, you lowly worm. Take that!

Actor 2:

Aiiieeee! You've killed me!

Man at the counter:

So shall Runefaust's foes always fall! Pow! Bang! Smash!

Audience:

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Man at the counter:

Be sure to come again!

Audience:

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Man at the counter:

We're looking forward to your next visit.

Girl 1:

I can't wait for the circus! Isn't it exciting?

Girl 2:

Guardiana's Princess Anri is in Manarina. I hope things are quieter there.

Dr. Crock:

Crock the Genius, that's me. Look at my steam suit. Guntz, walk over here!

Guntz:

It still doesn't seem right.

Dr. Crock:

Silence! Just do as I ask!

Guntz:

OK, OK!

Guntz:

It stopped! Not again!

Dr. Crock:

Oh dear. Well, back to the old drawing board.

Guntz:

Whew! It's heavy. And hot!

Dr. Crock:

I'm still working on it, but the steam suit is almost done.

Woman:

That Dr. Crock! A brilliant man, but no common sense.

Old man:

When you reach Manarina, see Otrant. There's nothing he does not know.

Guy near the church:

Have you seen our theater? There's a new play starting today. Go see it!

Woman:

Our son is just dying to see the circus.

Mayor:

Yes, I am the mayor. Kane of Runefaust bought all our ships and sailed away. So sorry, no ships are left. My ship? You can't have it! Now please leave.

Mayor:

Didn't you hear me? Get lost!

Mayor's son:

My father is the mayor of this fine town.

Mayor's grandson:

I love the circus!

Nova:

Our enemies seek to stop you from reaching Anri in Manarina. You must succeed!

Nova:

Max! You've reached your destination, but some enemies remain. Will you leave them?

Nova:

Max, now enter Manarina! We must inform Anri about Guardiana!

Mage at the entrance:

Welcome to Manarina, a land of magic and mystery.

Mage 1:

We're sorry about attacking you, but we thought you were from Runefaust.

Sign Post:

Manarina Mage School

Mage 2:

So sorry about the attack. We can't be too careful in these troubled times.

Wizardess 1:

Feel free to wander about as you please.

Mage 3:

What a mess! Won't people ever learn not to use Blaze inside?

Mage near summoning circle:

Har, har! You're just in time. Would you like to observe?

Mage near summoning circle:

Who said you can refuse? Stand there and watch!

Mage near summoning circle:

Good. Sit quietly and watch a master at work!

Mage near summoning circle:

I'm researching summoning demons. Now, I'm going to begin the experiment. I shall summon a dreadful thing from my worst nightmares!

Mage near summoning circle:

Come forth, oh creature of Darkness! I conjure you forth!

Woman:

Huh?

Woman:

You! When are you going to stop these tricks? Come home right now!

Mage near summoning circle:

Oops! Sorry, dear! I'll never do that again. Yes, I'll be good, honest!

Mage 4:

Have you already seen the Pool of the Ancients?

Mage 4:

The Pool lies beneath this building. They say it speaks, but only to a chosen few.

Mage 4:

An amazing sight, eh?

Mage 5:

Beneath this building lies the Cavern of Darkness! A horrible place, they say!

Mage at the library 1:

Ssssshhh!

Mage at the library 2:

Maybe later.

Mage at the library 3:

Pardon me, I'm in the middle of a difficult passage here.

Wizardess at the library 1:

Sorry, no time. Got to study.

Wizardess at the library 2:

Sssh. Go away!

Wizardess at the library 3:

Yes! It's all so clear now.

Mage 6:

Hello! Don't usually get guests here. I'm thought to be rather strange, you know.

Mage 6:

I have something for you. It's inside that fake monster over there. Go get it! It's a Domingo egg. A very useful item. Hatch it when you get a chance! Come back before you leave. I may have some information for you.

Old man:

Where am I? Don't tell anyone I got lost. I'm too old to get lost.

Arthur:

My name is Arthur. I used to be a knight. I'm not really a battle type. I like it here.

Mage 7:

This place is too busy! I can't do my research!

Mage 8:

Great view, eh?

Mage 8:

Drat! Not as good a view from down here. Better climb back up....

Mage 8:

I'll make it someday!

Guard:

Go away! only cute animals can get past me!

Anri:

Yes, I am Anri. What? What about Guardiana, and my father? Who are you? I don't have to listen to this nonsense from someone I don't even know. Go away now!

Nova:

Wait, Princess Anri! Please, listen to Max!

Anri:

Nova!

Nova:

This is Max. He is leading the fight against the Runefaust army.

Anri:

But my father...the Sword of Light...and Guardiana...is it true, Nova?

Nova:

Yes, your majesty, it is all true, I'm afraid.

Anri:

I...I need to be alone for a while....

Nova:

We understand, your majesty. But do not let your grief overwhelm you....

Anri:

I...I must be alone now....

Nova:

Max, Princess Anri is in great sorrow. Please go to her and talk to her. Remind her of her duty to Guardiana. Our people need her now.

Old Gert:

Welcome to my research room. I change humans into animals. Care to give it a try?

Old Gert:

No curiosity, eh? When I see you next, I'll turn you into a frog!

Old Gert:

Very good! Let's start right away. Please stand over there.

Old Gert:

Now, let's begin.

Old Gert:

Yes! Success! What a tasty looking hen!

Old Gert:

If I can change humans to hens, we won't ever have to worry about food!

Anri:

Old Gert's up to her usual tricks. Someone here should be able to change you back.

Anri:

Oh, Max. It's nice of you to try to cheer me up. But I'm not fond of hens.

Arthur:

What's up, hen?

Sentry:

Well, what a cute little hen. Go on through!

VIP Mage:

Old Gert turned you into a hen? That's easily fixed!

VIP Mage:

You did well to reach this room. Have you ever heard of a place called Shade Abbey?

VIP Mage:

It was founded long ago by folk from Guardiana. They know much of the Ancients.

VIP Mage:

You young people think you know everything!

Guard:

A hen went in and a person came out. What a great place to work, huh?

Anri:

I know my duty now, Max. It is to hunt Kane down and make him pay for what he did. I'll fight with you. I'm sure that's what my father would want me to do.

Anri:

I'll be at headquarters. Vengeance shall be ours!

Woman:

The only sane person in this land is Otrant. Everyone else is really weird!

Otrant:

I am Otrant. You wish to find the key to the Accursed Door before Kane of Runefaust?

Otrant:

Then I cannot help you.

Otrant:

Do you want to find the key to the Accursed Door before the Runefaust army finds it?

Otrant:

A legend tells that the Pool of the Ancients below is tied in with the Accursed Door. To reach the pool, you first need the Orb of Light from the Cavern of Darkness. Defeat the monsters in the cavern, and the orb is yours. Then return to me. Max! Enter the cavern and retrieve the Orb of Light!

Wizardess:

You are not ready for the Cavern of Darkness. You may not pass.

Wizardess:

The Cavern of Darkness lies beyond. Only the strongest survive its trials!

Wizardess:

I don't know if I will ever see you alive again! Good luck!

Nova:

Behold the dreaded Cavern of Darkness! You must defeat the monsters to gain the orb!

Skeleton:

No! It cannot be! After all these centuries....

Nova:

Max, the Orb of Light must be within that chest. Take it quickly!

Wizardess:

You're back! And you have the Orb of Light! Tell Otrant, quickly.

Woman:

Show the Orb of Light to Otrant. He'll know what you should do with it.

Otrant:

Use the orb at the pool behind the secret door below!

Spirit of the Holy Spring:

How long I have waited for this summons! Max, you are a hero without peer! The Legacy of the Ancients is an evil being that has been sealed away for 1,000 years. Darksol now searches for the key to unlock that seal. You must stop him!

Wizardess:

The spirit of the pool spoke to you? Go tell Otrant all that was said!

Otrant:

The Orb of Light has chosen you, Max, to battle the evil that threatens Rune. You are truly the servants of the Powers of Light, the Shining Force!

Otrant:

Cross the sea from Rindo and go to the Eastern Continent. You must stop Kane!

Woman:

Now all shall know you as the Shining Force!

Mage 1:

Otrant is the wisest among us. Follow his advice.

Mage 2:

You spoke with the spirit of the pool? I thought that was only a legend!

Mage 3:

You made it through the cavern? No one has ever done that before!

Mage (Domingo Egg Room):

To cross the sea, take a ship at Rindo. Goodbye, Max! Perhaps we'll meet again!

Arthur:

I want to fight again. I can help you against Runefaust. I'm coming with you!

Arthur:

I'll be at headquarters. Call me when you're ready to go into battle!

VIP Mage:

Sorry. No time, no time!

Old man at the port:

The answer is still "No!" That's the mayor's ship. Go talk to him if you like.

Guy near the circus:

Sorry, the circus people said to let no one in yet.

Old man at the bar:

Shade Abbey...it has some connection to Guardiana, but I can't think of it....

Girl 1:

Did you meet Princess Anri? Isn't she wonderful?

Girl 2:

The tent is up, but when will the circus start?

Woman:

My son is missing! Have you seen him?

Mayor's son:

Please help us find our son.

Mayor:

I have a favor to ask of you. Grant it and the ship is all yours! What do you say?

Mayor:

Well, then, no ship. Please leave.

Mayor:

My grandson is missing. If you find him and bring him back, my ship is yours. So, Max, please find my grandson!

Guy near the circus:

The mayor's grandson? Yes, he went in the tent and never came out! That's strange. I'll let you in to look for him. Be careful. Some of those people look dangerous.

Guy near the circus:

Be careful in there!

Mishaela:

Well Max, remember me? You'll soon wish you'd taken my advice in Alterone!

Mishaela:

Come, my pets! Look who's come to play with you. Why, it's the Shining Force!

Mishaela:

I leave you in good hands, Max. I have more vital matters to attend to right now!

Marionette:

Fools! Light will never defeat the Darkness....

Mayor's grandson:

She...that evil woman...was going to take me to Runefaust, to feed me to a dragon! Thank you! I'm going home and I'm never leaving!

Guy near the circus:

It's my fault. I should have noticed he was in there too long. Thank you, Max!

Old man at the port:

I'm sure the mayor is grateful that you saved his grandson. Go talk to him.

Guntz:

Man, it's hot. My back is burning up. This is just killing me!

Dr. Crock:

It's fixed! My steam suit finally works! Show him, Guntz. Walk over here.

Guntz:

It still doesn't seem right.

Dr. Crock:

Silence! Just do as I ask!

Guntz:

OK, OK!

Guntz:

It stopped! Not again!

Dr. Crock:

Oh, dear. Well, back to the old drawing board.

Guntz:

I don't care. Just please finish it and let me out!

Dr. Crock:

Oh, well. Just a little more tinkering, that's all.

Woman at the theater:

I always enjoy these plays. "The Might of Light" should be wonderful.

Kid at the theater:

Go Shining Force!

Actor 1 (dressed as a Rune knight):

This is the worst role. I should have quit long ago.

Actor 2 (dressed as Max):

This is a great role. I wish I could play this forever.

Man at the counter:

The play's about to begin. See the Shining Force trounce the Runefaust army!

Man at the counter:

Too bad. It's wonderful!

Man at the counter:

Go sit down. It's starting!

Man at the counter:

Thank you for waiting. The show will now begin!

Actor 1:

Please don't hurt me, Shining Force. I'll change my ways, you'll see.

Actor 2:

I don't believe you. You'll work your evil again!

Actor 1:

Drat! How did you know?

Actor 2:

Take this!

Actor 1:

Aiiiieee! You've killed me!

(Offscreen):

Pow! Bang! Smash!

Audience:

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Man at the counter:

Thank you and come again!

Audience:

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Man at the counter:

We're looking forward to your next visit.

Woman:

Thank you so much for saving my son.

Mayor's son:

Thank you, Max!

Mayor's grandson:

Thank you for saving me!

Mayor:

Thank you so much, Max. Take my ship. It's all yours now!

Old man at the port:

The mayor's ship is yours!

Nova:

This ship will do just fine. Let's gather the Shining Force and leave at once!

Mishaela:

You defeated my pets, but you won't bother me anymore. You're going to burn!

Mishaela:

Burn, Max, Burn! You'll serve as an example to all who dare oppose Runefaust.

Mishaela:

Good riddance, insect!

Nova:

Max, run! The ship's going down!

Old man at the port:

This is bad! That was the only ship in town. Maybe the mayor can help you again.

Mayor:

What? They burnt your ship? Now we have no single ship in this town! The only other town with ships is Uranbatol. But it's a long way from here. Are you still determined to go?

Mayor:

Well then, stay here. You'll be fine.

Mayor:

Did you change your mind?

Mayor:

Uranbatol is very remote. It's far to the northeast. Go to Shade Abbey first. Ask my son all the details about the journey.

Mayor's son:

Head north to Shade Abbey. You shouldn't have much trouble finding it.

Amon:

Help! My name is Amon. Please save Balbaroy. He'll die unless you help.

Man at the crypt:

Where...where am I? What am I doing here?

Man near the bell:

I'm so confused. I don't know what's real and what's my imagination.

Woman:

There's nothing back here. Never mind me.

Guard:

Sorry, I can't talk while on guard duty.

Zombie:

Snarl!

Priest:

Welcome to Shade Abbey! I'm rather busy now. Please see me later.

Priest:

What are you doing here? Go!

Old woman:

We seldom get visitors, but you are welcome.

Woman:

Enjoy your visit, stranger!

Man near the bushes:

I need to get out of here. It's too creepy for me.

Man at the graveyard:

Huh? Am I alive or dead? Where am I?

Balbaroy:

Run! It's a trap!

Priest:

Been praying, and well you might!

Darksol:

You and your pitiful Shining Force cannot be saved by prayers! You won't escape!

Darksol:

How fitting that you perish in a former chapel of Light!

Darksol:

I leave you now in the care of my minions, who know well what to do with you....

Darksol:

Undead! Dispose of these pests once and for all!

Balbaroy:

I am Balbaroy! I was turned to stone by Darksol when he took the bodies of the dead.

Balbaroy:

I will join you to fight Darksol's evil.

Man near the bell:

Darksol suddenly appeared. He told us not to speak about the Legacy of the Ancients. Then he attacked our friar. The friar fought back, but Darksol overcame him.

Amon:

Thank you for saving Balbaroy. Let me go with you so I too can fight evil.

Amon:

To reach Uranbatol, you must go through Bustoke. We will guide you there. I will join your friends.

Narrator:

Max and the Shining Force head toward Bustoke. What awaits them there? The Legacy of the Ancients is still a mystery. Will they ever solve it?

Narrator:

The Shining Force arrived in Bustoke, a town built into a mountainside.

Sign post:

[Is there one in the original Shining Force?]

Kid:

I miss my Daddy! When's he coming back?

Man at the shop:

Look around and buy anything you like.

Weapons seller:

Hello there and welcome to our Weapon Shop. How can we help you?

Items seller:

Hi! You'll need lots of items for you journey. See anything you want?

Woman near the quarry:

Don't go this way! You'll be forced to work in the quarry with everyone else.

Alchemist:

I am a master alchemist. I can make anything! Can I help you?

Alchemist:

But I need your help!

Alchemist:

First you must help me.

Alchemist:

To tame the wild heart of Zylo, you need Lunar Dew. Only one ingredient is needed to make it. A stone... A brilliant Moonstone is all that is needed... But... A Moonstone can only be found in Bustoke Quarry. Can you get one for me?

Woman 1:

My husband was taken away in the middle of building our house. It's only half done!

Woman 2:

My father was taken away to the quarry, too. Please bring him back!

Woman 3:

Please rescue my husband from the quarry. You're our only hope!

Woman 4:

Our men were taken away to work in the quarry. All but Zylo, who's crazy.

Woman to the north exit:

Please don't go this way. They'll punish me for letting you through.

Woman 5:

I really feel sorry for Zylo. Do you want to hear about him?

Woman 5:

Oh, well, it's your loss!

Woman 5:

The Runefaust army poured something into Zylo's drink. It made him crazy. We had to lock him up to protect ourselves!

Old man:

There's a bridge in the valley that connects Bustoke and Pao. The Runefaust army is gathering there, doubtless preparing an attack.

Woman near cell:

Zylo is inside, he's been driven mad. Only Lunar Dew can save him!

Diane:

Talk to my mother first.

Diane's mother:

I have been waiting for warriors of the Shining Force. Are you one of them?

Diane's mother:

Alas, we need heroes badly!

Diane's mother:

Great! You must help us. The Runefaust army took our men to dig in the quarry. They're looking for a weapon of the Ancients, a Laser Eye. Diane can lead you there.

Diane's mother:

If Zylo were sane, he could surely help you.

Diane:

If you're going to the quarry to rescue the men, you can count me in!

Diane:

I'll be at headquarters.

Woman near the quarry:

Please be careful. Those Runefaust monsters are deadly!

Dark Priest:

Master, we have found it!

Master Mage:

The Laser Eye! At last! This is the end of that cursed Shining Force! Get rid of those men from Bustoke. They are of no further use to us.

Skeleton:

Alert! Intruders!

Master Mage:

What? The Shining Force! Stop them! We must have time to remove the Laser Eye!

Master Mage:

You think you've won, but you've failed. The Laser Eye is ours now!

Nova:

Max, the Moon Stone lies inside the cavern.

Woman near the cell:

Please save Zylo!

Woman near the cell:

Return here after you get the Lunar Dew. You'll be in great danger without it!

Old man:

The Runefaust army now has a strange device, a weapon of the Ancients!

Boken:

Hi! I'm Boken. I finally climbed up this mountain!...Where am I?

Woman 1:

Please save Zylo! Ask the alchemist to make Lunar Dew!

Diane's father:

We're all grateful, but we're still worried about Zylo.

Diane's mother:

Thank you so much for all you've done.

Woman near the north exit:

You beat them! We're free! Thank you.

Woman 2:

It's great to have the men back, but what about Zylo?

Woman 3:

Thank you for saving our men.

Kid:

He's home! My daddy's home! I'm so happy!

Kid's father:

Thank you so much. I'm so happy to be back with my daughter.

Villager:

All's well now, and we owe it all to you, Max!

Villager's Wife:

Look at this enormous house! My husband finished it!

Man at the shop:

Be sure to buy everything you need before leaving town.

Woman 4:

My father is back and he wants to talk to you.

Villager 2:

I want revenge! Please, can I join the Shining Force?

Villager 2:

It's just as well. I'll stay here and defend Bustoke.

Villager 2:

Wait! I must defend Bustoke. I'll join you some other time.

Kokichi's wife:

Kokichi never listens to me when he's doing research.

Kokichi's helper:

I'm helping Kokichi to figure out how to fly.

Kokichi:

...Hum, Hmm....

Kokichi:

What are you doing? Don't touch anything, you meddler!

Kokichi:

New in town, eh? Go out back and I'll show you my latest invention.

Kokichi:

Watch carefully!

Kokichi:

Here I go!

Kokichi's helper:

Good luck, Kokichi!

Kokichi's helper:

Well, it didn't work this time either....

Kokichi's helper:

Another failure. I'm starting to think Kokichi should just give up.

Kokichi's wife:

It always looks good at first, then something goes wrong. It never fails.

Alchemist:

You! Did you bring Moon Stone?

Alchemist:

Not yet? Then we cannot save Zylo! You must get it!

Alchemist:

Yes, that is Moon Stone. I will make Lunar Dew immediately.

Alchemist:

Here you go. Lunar Dew! Zylo will make a full recovery.

Alchemist:

Quick! Take the Lunar Dew to Zylo immediately!

Woman near the cell:

Please save Zylo! Do you really want me to open the prison door?

Woman near the cell:

Do you really want me to open the prison door?

Woman near the cell:

That's too bad. You're the only one who can save him.

Woman near the cell:

Please be careful!

Woman near the cell:

Only you can save Zylo!

Zylo:

What do you want? Leave me alone or I'll tear you apart!

Narrator:

Max poured Lunar Dew into Zylo's mouth!

Zylo:

Yuk! Awful taste. But I'm myself again. What a relief! I can never repay you for this, but I'm going to join the Shining Force!

Zylo:

I'll be waiting at headquarters. If you're fighting in the, forest, I'm sure I can be of service. Just say the word!

Woman near the cell:

Zylo is a warwolf warrior. He can fight better than anyone in the woods!

Woman 1:

So, Zylo was saved, but he's going with you? We're going to miss him...

Diane's father:

We'll be fine here, even without Zylo.

Diane's mother:

You even saved Zylo. How can we ever thank you enough?

Woman 2:

Good luck to you and Zylo.

Alchemist:

Good, Zylo was saved! It's all because of my medicine!

Nova:

Look, they are trying to block our way to the bridge. Attack them, Shining Force!

Nova:

Head for the bridge. We need to get across quickly!

Silver knight:

Traitor! You've betrayed Lord Kane!

Pelle:

I owe no alleigance to you or him, foul fiend that he is!

Silver knight:

You are only a mercenary. You do what we pay you to do!

Pelle:

Here, I return your gold. I shall no longer follow your orders, toad!

Silver knight:

If you are not with us, then you are against us!

Silver knight:

I will have the pleasure of killing you myself!

Pelle:

Vile fiend! Aiiiieeeee....

Silver knight:

Ha, ha! Thus fall all who dare to oppose the will of Darksol!

Laser Eye:

"Warmup sequence initiated. 10 seconds...9..."

Laser Eye:

"8...7..."

Laser Eye:

"6...5...targeting activated"

Laser Eye:

"4...3..."

Laser Eye:

"2...1...Fire!"

Silver knight:

You may have beaten us here, but General Elliott will stop you in Pao!

Pelle:

Whew! I thought I was a goner, but I caught a branch and just hung on.

Pelle:

A great battle! I don't know who you are, but I want to tag along!

Nova:

A good job getting to that Laser Eye. Hurry on to Pao. Evil is afoot!

Narrator:

With the Laser Eye gone, the Shining Force heads toward the moving town of Pao. Knowing that Runefaust is gathering its forces, our heroes hurried onward.

Narrator:

The Shining Force reached the Pao prairie to discover that Pao was a town of Wagons.

Man by Pigs:

I'm worried about the town driver. He's talking to those engines to much!

Other Man by pigs:

We'll move again soon. We're going to Uranbatol.

Guard:

Welcome to Pao, a town that's truly on the move!

Townswoman:

Have you heard about General Elliot?

Townswoman:

He is defiently my type! ...But why he is on Runefaust side? I just don't get it!

Townswoman:

General Elliot is one of the greatest Warlords of Runefaust But, I'm sure he is not evil of heart. He was the one who saved us when a group of bandits invaded this town.

Item seller:

Welcome to my item shop. It's not much to look at, but I have lots of stuff!

Man in bar:

Stop and go, stop and go! This nomadic life is really starting to bother me.

Bar seller:

Are you Max?

Bar seller:

The guy in the corner wants to talk to you. He says it's very important.

Bar seller:

Oh, Sorry. Never mind.

Old man:

Runefaust, Guardiana, the Ancients... I can't worry about such things.

Townsman:

Who are you? Where is Vankar? He's supposed to stop strangers!

Guard 2:

Queen Koron is inside. You can't come in.

Guard 3:

Who are you? I can't let any old stranger enter here!

Guard 4:

Who are you? I can't let any old stranger enter here!

Pig:

Paaaoo!

Pig 2:

Paaaoo! Paaaooo!

Elliot:

Greetings, Max! I am General Elliot of Runefaust. Will you listen to me?

Elliot:

No matter, you must hear what I have to say....

Elliot:

Runefaust has been corrupted by Darksol. He came from nowhere to sway our king. Darksol told King Ramladu that the world would be his to rule forever. All he needed was the legacy of the Ancients, Darksol claimed. Our king listened. Though I hate Darksol and his plans, I am a loyal subject to King Ramladu. When we meet next, Max, it will be on the battlefield. Our King is fully under Darksol's influence. All this warfare is Darksol's doing.

Elliot:

If you defeat me in battle, please free Runefaust from Darksol's clutches!

Guard 5:

We travel all over Pao Prairie. And we're getting ready to leave right now!

Houseman:

The engine driver decides where we stop everyday. It's a mystery to the rest of us.

Queen Koron:

I am Queen Koron. Have you enjoyed your visit? I think we're ready to leave.

Travel Man:

Everything is ready, your highness. We can leave any time you wish.

Old man 2:

Even if you defeat Elliot, there's still Balbazak to get past. Good luck!

Earnest:

I am Earnest. Balbazak destroyed my town. I want revenge!

Bar seller:

I have to pack up soon, or I'll miss the train!

Woman:

I hear the engine. It's almost time to leave.

Engineer:

Everything is ready! Full power! Wow this feels great! Makes me feel alive!

Queen Koron:

Well, let's not be rude to our visitor. Is it ok with you if we move along?

Queen Koron:

Please let me know when you are ready.

Queen Koron:

We'll be leaving now. Good luck. Please step outside. It's time for us to go!

Kokichi:

Wow! What a flight! I've never been this far from Bustoke before!

Kokichi:

Hey, down there! I want to help you fight those nasty Runefaust beasties.

Kokichi:

Whoa! It won't stop! I'll be right back, I think. Just wait a moment.

Kokichi:

I'm joining up, youngster. I figure you need some experience on this team!

Kokichi:

I'll be at headquarters.

Vankar:

Hey are you, Max? My name is Vankar. Did you hear about me in Pao?

Vankar:

Good, good, I was pretty famous there. But now I'm looking for adventure.

Vankar:

I was a guard there, but I slept on duty too much. They fired me.

Vankar:

I heard about you in Pao. I'm joining up! No, no, don't thank me, it's my pleasure!

Vankar:

I'll be at Headquarters.

Elliot:

The time for battle has come. For King Ramladu!

Nova:

General Elliot is said to be the finest swordsman in all of Rune. Take care, Max.

Elliot:

Perhaps you have the strength to rescue King Ramladu and Runefaust! Stop Darksol! Promise that you will free Runefaust, known as Protectora before Darksol came....

Nova:

Elliot was a great warrior...too bad he was our enemy. But look, the traveling town of Pao is coming up again!

Girl:

Where's Earnest? When is he coming back?

Guard:

Earnest went to Uranbatol. That's where you need to go if you want a ship.

Guard 2:

General Elliott was worried that Darksol was getting ready to open some door....

Old Man:

Elliott loved Runefaust but hated Darksol. I hope he is at peace now.

Guard 3:

Welcome to Pao, a town that's truly on the move!

Guard 4:

Balbazak is a dangerous opponent. He controls the fortress and Uranbatol.

Old Man 2:

If you want to destroy Balbazak, you should do it now, before Earnest gets killed! He's in there fighting all alone.. yelling about vengeance. Go back him up!

Salesman Look-a-Like:

Rollin', rollin', rollin...the life of the nomad is the one for me!

Townsman:

I saw a big chunk of Iron walking, making loud noises, and steaming all over! It's over in the sheep pen.

Woman:

Earnest heard you defeated Elliott, and he decided to attack Balbazak's fortress.

Engineer:

You can touch it now! The engine is stopped.

Queen Koron:

Before he left, Elliott gave me a message for you... it was about Prompt.

Queen Koron:

Prompt is across the sea. There you may find fold who know much about the Ancients.

Townsman:

That Vankar! Where did he go? Do you know where he went?

Townsman:

You don't? Well that's no help to me.

Townsman:

You saw him? Did you let him join your troops?

Townsman:

Good for you. Serves him right. He's a good fighter, though

Townsman:

He's your problem now. He's a good fighter, when he feels like it.

Salesman Look-a-Like 2:

Pack, unpack, pack, unpack. I need to get a job in shop that stays in one place.

Itemshop:

Thank you. Do come again!

Egg Hatcher:

I've got a great item here. This thing warms an egg and hatches it in seconds. You have an interesting egg there. Can I try to warm it?

Egg Hatcher:

Drat! I really want to try this egg warmer....

Egg Hatcher:

Great! Give it to me, please.

Narrator:

Max hanged over the Domingo egg!

Egg Hatcher:

C'mon, do your stuff! It works! The egg's hatching! What is that thing?

Egg Hatcher:

I've got a very great item here. This thing warms an egg and hatches it in seconds. Let me know if you find any rare eggs. I really want to try it!

Egg Hatcher:

It works! The egg's hatching! What is that thing?

Domingo:

Thing indeed! How rude! I'm Domingo, at your service!

Domingo:

I'll be at headquarters. Thanks for hatching me!

Pig:

Paaaoo!

Pig 1:

Paaaoo! Paaaaooooooo!!!

Townsman 2:

That monster is frightening everyone. The sheep too!

Guntz:

Hey! Good to see you again! It's me, Guntz from Rindo. Look at this steam suit!

Guntz:

Hey, I'm Guntz. I came looking for you. I'm a great fighter in this steam suit!

Guntz:

Look at these moves! The ol' Doc finally got it working!

Guntz:

I'll be at headquarters.

Nova:

Max, you must break through to reach the harbor. Be careful, but be quick!

Mage:

Oh, no! You've killed all those lovely monsters! Brute!

Earnest:

Get away, you overgrown mutt! I'm not stopping until I finish Balbazak!

Mutt:

Grrrrrr! Snarrrl!

Earnest:

Arrrgghh! I've..got..to get through. Eat steel, you mutt.

Earnest:

Now if I can ...just find...Balbazak... before I die....

Earnest:

Back off or... It's you! Let's join forces. We can help each other out.

Earnest:

I'll go ahead... wait! The secret door vanished! But that won't stop me!

Earnest:

Charge!

Earnest:

Charge!

Earnest:

I really could use some rest. I'm going back to your headquarters. See you soon!

Guard:

You're max, huh? Earnest said you'd be coming through. Be careful! I sense trouble.

Item Salesman:

You provide the money, and I'll provide the supplies. What'll it be?

Shrine Lady:

The power of light shines through you, Max. Always try to be worthy of it.

Guard 2:

If you're Earnest's friend, you must be OK. I'll open the door for you.

Guard 2:

The harbor's inside. But so is Balbazak the Beastly!

Knight:

Don't go easy on Balbazak. He's one nasty fighter!

Knight 2:

Don't hurt me! I give up. But Balbazak awaits you in the town harbor.

Salesman Look-a-Like:

Balbazak is a vile worm! Don't let him get away.

Knight 3:

I surrender. I just can't fight anyone. Rumors have it that you are invincible!

Balbazak:

At last we meet, Max. Soon you and your misfits wlil trouble us no longer!

Nova:

Yes, that is Balbazak, a commander of the Runefaust army. You must destroy him!

Balbazak:

Max! Take the ship, but please spare my life! Please!

Balbazak:

Thank you! Take the ship, go after Darksol!

Darksol:

Balbazak, you betrayed me!

Balbazak:

No,no, please Darksol! Leave me in peace!

Darksol:

You disgust me, Balbazak! Leave you in peace? I will leave you in pieces!

Balbazak:

Forgive me!

Darksol:

Too late, worm! Receive your punishment for failure!

Balbazak:

I am dying, Max.... You must kill Darksol...free Runefaust...

Darksol:

Take the ship, as the fool said. You wlil not survive the voyage! Ha, ha, ha!

Narrator:

Thus did the Shining Force free Uranbatol and set sail for a land of legend....

Narrator:

After a week at sea, sentries spotted a horde of monsters approaching the ship....

Nova:

The ship is surrounded by monsters, Max! Prepare to defend it!

Nova:

The ship was damaged in the battle. We must repair it. That island over there....

Shell:

Thank you for destroying those monsters! My name is Shell of Waral. You can repair your ship in Waral. Please follow me!

Nova:

I've heard of Waral. We should be able to get the ship fixed there.

Items man look-a-like:

It'll take some time to repair the ship. Try to rest and relax.

Sailor 3:

Welcome to Waral!

Sailor 2:

Waral is a great place, but nothing ever happens here.

Lady:

I want to visit Ring Reef. Would you go with me?

Lady:

Well, I'll find someone else.

Lady:

Great! But we can't go there right now. Too dangerous. Maybe later.

Sailor:

Did you come here to see the famout Ring Reef, by any chance?

Sailor:

Off the Southern part of the island is Ring Reef. It's shaped like a ring. Now there's a hole in it and water's pouring in and the current is very strong. It's too dangerous to get close, and we don't know what to do about the hole.

Sailor:

I thought so. But you can't go there right now. It's too dangerous to even get close.

Hotel man:

Welcome to Island Hotel! No, no! Money is not necessary. Please make yourself at home!

Sailor 4:

There's lots to see here. Take the guest boat if you get tired of walking.

Boken:

Hello, Max. Remember me, Boken? The water's great, as lon as you don't get eaten.

Boken:

Do you know there's an enormous building under this island? It's amazing!

Woman 2:

One of our island's friars is missing. We can't find him anywhere!

Woman 3:

Do you like fish?

Woman 3:

Too bad. That's all we eat.

Woman 3:

You'll like it here, then. That's all we eat.

Items Salesman:

Well, there's no law that says the King can't own a shop. Can I help you?

Shela:

I'm Shela, Shell's sister. Don't go beyond those buoys. The curreents are dangerous!

Shelra:

Hi! I'm Shelra, Shell's mom. Are you planning to go past the buoys?

Shelra:

That's just as well.

Shelra:

The currents could dash you rboat against the rocks. Do you still want to go?

Shelra:

That's just as well.

Shelra:

OK, but be careful!

Shimol:

I'm Shimol, Shell's aunt. I've seen strange lights at Ring Reef lately. Spooky!

Sailor 5:

I feel like I'm in heaven. This is surely a paradise!

Sailor 6:

Have you ever heard of Prompt?

Sailor 6:

It's said that descendants o fthe Ancients live there!

Sailor 6:

I bet it's just an old legend. It doesn't really exist!

Item man look-a-like:

They say the whole sea is pouring into Ring Reef! What will become of us?

Sailor 7:

I hear there's a land called Dragonia far to the east. Sacred Dragons live there.

Old man:

Well, a guest! Woud you like to hear a secret?

Old man:

No curiosity, I guess.

Old man:

I think our missing friar is in Ring Reef. Call it a hunch. Don't tell anyone!

Guard:

Welcome to Waral Castle! The king is in!

Guard:

Welcome to Waral Castle! The king is in!

King's man:

A word of warning- Don't go past the buyos in the water. Danger lurks out there!

King:

Greetings! We will gladly repair your ship, if you tell others of our lovely island.

Priest:

Well, I'm glad to see you're up. You were thrown from your ship. I rescued you. Strange doings! The water in Ring Reef vanished and a strange creature appeared. It might have something to do with the legend of a Shining Path that leads to Metapha. The legend says Metapha is a land of the Ancients.

Skeleton:

What are you doing here? I must inform the master.

Mage:

I invoke a path before me....What? Shining Force! I was so close...so close! I shall destroy you all!

Mage:

Arrghh...I was so close... the way to Metapha... almost ours....

Mysterious Voice:

Max, I was waiting for you. I used that mermaid to bring you here...

Narrator:

(It is the voice of the spirit from the Pool of the Ancients...)

Mysterious Voice:

The Shining Path lies behind this door. It leads to the land of the Ancients. The key to the Accursed Door is there. I shall open the way to the Shining Path now.

Mage:

No! Though it takes all of my remaining strength, you shall not use the path!

Narrator:

(The voice of the spirit is hearda again...)

Mysterious Voice:

Alas, the path is blocked. Listen. Two things are needed to break free Dark Dragon. Darksol must get the key to the door, as well as the manual of seal. The manual is in Dragonia. You must stop Darksol. The seal must not be broken! Go to Prompt. There you should find another Shining Path.

Nova:

Max, quick! This place is collapsing! Run!

Priest:

I was right. The Shining Path was here! Too bad it is now blocked.

Priest:

What? Another Shining Path in Prompt? You must go there at once!

Shell:

It's me, Shell! You've been with the Friar at Ring Reef? Did he tell you his secret?

Shell:

His father was a friar of Shade Abbey. He was born in Guardiana! Amazing!

Shell:

It's amazing! You're both from Guardiana!

Shell:

Are you leaving now? Please visit again after your quest is over. I'll show you around.

Mermaid:

Shell is really anxious to see you, Max! You must see her.

Mermaid 2:

Did you really fight evil creatures under Ring Reef?

Mermaid 2:

I almost believed you!

Mermaid 2:

How scary! They were right under our fins!

Sailor:

Why leave? It's great here!

Sailor 2:

Be careful. Not everone's as nice as people here! That's what I've heard anyway.

Salesman look-a-like:

Peace at last!

Old man:

I'm going to spend more time outdoors from now on.

Sailor 3:

Just once, I want to see a Sacred Dragon. Maybe I'll go to Dragonia some day.

Mermaid 3:

Shell is really happy that you're safe, Max.

Sailor 4:

Be sure to buy all the weapons and items you need before you leave.

Woman:

The other Friar was on Ring Reef? How strange!

Woman 2:

That Boken sure likes fish!

Boken:

Well, I'm off again. Perhaps I'll go to Dragonia to see some Sacred Dragons!

Woman 3:

Oh no! Ring Reef has returned to normal. It's so boring.

Sailor 5:

I'm so glad peace has returned to Ring Reef!

Sailor 6:

What? You saw a strange world under Ring Reef? Pease don't tease me like that.

Hotel man:

Please come again. We'll look foward to seeing you again!

King's man:

You returned Ring Reef to normal. I see. The king is quite pleased.

King:

Well, Max, your ship is repaired. Are you leaving immediately?

King:

That's a good idea. Rest a little while.

King:

I see. The payment for the repairs comes to 1,000,000 coins. Will you pay it no?

King:

What? Well, I can't let you go without paying! You almost believed me, didn't you? I can't take money from you! I thank you on behalf of my people. Take care, and be sure to return later!

King:

Why, don't you have enough money?

King:

You almost believed me, didn't you? I can't take money from you!

King:

I thank you on behalf of my people. Take care, and be sure to return later!

Nova:

Here we go again. We were just about to land, too! Go get them!

Nova:

The ship's helm was destroyed in the battle. We're now adrift at sea!

Narrator:

The ship drifted off course, lost at sea. What will become of the Shining Force?

Narrator:

The Shining Force finally reached the port of Rudo, far from Prompt.

Girl 1:

You're up! You were half dead when you got here. Glad you're feeling better. Be sure to see Karin before you leave. You're in Rudo, by the way.

Girl (same girl):

Talk to Karin, please!

Girl (stood next to table):

Talk to Karin, please!

Karin:

I am Karin. We need your help. To the east is the town of Dragonia. The Runefaust army is near Dragonia. But Bleu is all alone in the village. And he's our friend, a baby Sacred Dragon. Please help Dragonia and Bleu!

Karin:

Did you see my sister Krin? Her pet is a little wild, so be careful!

Girl 1:

All the children of this village are friends of Bleu.

Girl 2:

Did you here about Bleu from Karin?

Girl 2:

He's the last Sacred Dragon. Talk to Karin about him.

Girl 2:

Please help Bleu!

Boy 1:

This is Rudo.

Sign Post:

It's a bronze statue. It reads "Our Dragon Forver!" on the statue.

Boy 2:

Heave, heave! Heave-ho! I made a barricade to keep the adults out. But you can't get out until I open it up.

Boy at the entrance:

We made a barricade in case the adults try to come back!

Hen:

Cluck, cluck.

Girl 3:

Hey, don't bother me! Can't you see that I'm busy?

Girl 4:

Adults are bad! They just gave up on dragons!

Dog:

Woof! Woof!

Boy 3:

We kids can do anything. We even have a leader--Karin.

Boy 4:

I'm patrolling to watch for danger.

Boy 5:

Bleu is a great Sacred Dragon. He cries because he's just a baby.

Boy 6:

Your shirt is dirty. You should wash it!

Girl 5:

No adults allowed! Go home!

Girl 6:

We decided to protect the Sacred Dragons by ourselves. We don't need any help!

Boy 7:

There used to be lots of Sacred Dragons. But now there's only one, Bleu.

Boy 8:

Boo! Hiss! Down with adults!

Brit:

Grrrr...!

Krin:

Be quiet, Brit! He's a guest!

Brit:

(Whimper)

Krin:

Who are you? Brit? Oh, he's my pet.

Krin:

I'm Krin, Karin's sister! I know lots of stuff. I read all these old books!

Krin:

This book has some great stuff in it. Should I tell you about it?

Krin:

Shucks. It's pretty good.

Krin:

Oh, you want to hear about it after all?

Krin:

The Manual of the Seal is a book that contains several chants. One of these breaks the seal on Dark Dragon, another renews the seal. The Ancients used the second chant to bind Dark Dragon 1,000 years ago. The manual has been guarded by the Sacred Dragons for centuries. You must go to Dragonia to try to stop Darksol from taking the manual! Bleu cannot do it on his own!

Krin:

Please let me know if you find the Manual of the Seal in Dragonia.

Karin:

Soon, the exit will be cleared out. Please go to Dragonia as fast as you can!

Karin:

When you see Bleu, tell him to be a brave Sacred Dragon!

Merchant:

I'm a merchant from Rindo.... I can't do business here. Everyone here is a child.

Weapons & items seller:

Welcome! Do come in! We've got the best, you know. Take your time, take your time!

Old man:

We couldn't just leave all the children alone. A few of us stayed.

Old man at a house:

The children just adore Bleu. That's why they're so concerned about the recent rumors.

Old man at the roof:

Bathing in the sun sure does feel good!

Lyle:

Hi! Nice to see another stranger in town. By the way, are you Max?

Lyle:

I didn't think so. He's said to be heroic looking.

Lyle:

Great! I'm Lyle and I've been looking for you. I'm joining up to fight evil!

Lyle:

You won't regret it! I'll wait at headquarters.

Boy at the entrance:

Heave! Heave!...Ah! What timing! I'm about to remove the last rocks! Heave-ho! Heave-ho!

Boy at the entrance:

Heeaavee! Heeaavee!

Boy at the entrance:

Pretty strong, eh?

Durahan:

Those Guardiana fools must be stopped. Kane's mission is vital. Attack!

Nova:

Max, you must quickly break through to Dragonia!

Durahan:

You'll never beat Kane, Shining Fools!

Nova:

Max, you must stop Kane before he finds the Manual of the Seal. Onward!

Voice from the Shrine:

A voice comes from the shrine- "Come to our shrine. You cannot leave."

Man at the shop:

Welcome, hero, to my humble shop.

Items seller:

Welcome to the Item Shop. We've quite a variety. Please. Look around.

Shrine door:

(This door will open only for two heroes.)

Boken:

Hi again! This is Dragonia, so where are all the dragons?

Bleu:

Hey, go away!

Bleu:

I don't want to fight, OK? Just go away!

Karin:

Bleu! This person is our friend. He's here to help! Stop shaking, you baby!

Bleu:

Oh, Karin, you are so mean!

Bleu:

Just leave me alone!

Karin:

I was worried about Bleu, so I followed you. I really think he's hopeless! I am dissapointed in you, Bleu!

Karin:

Help! Help! Bleu! Max!

Bleu:

That's Karin's voice!

Rune knight:

Well, dragon, if you want to save this girl, open that shrine door!

Karin:

Bleu! Don't listen to him! Remember that you're a Sacred Dragon!

Bleu:

Karin! No!

Rune knight:

What are you going to do about it, crybaby dragon?

Narrator:

Bleu spews fire!

Rune knight:

Arrggggh!

Bleu:

I'm not very confident yet, but I'll try my best!

Bleu:

I'll be at headquarters.

Karin:

I'll return to Rudo. I have to tell everybody that Bleu found his courage!

Lord Kane:

Remember me, Max? Kane of Runefaust. Ready for your last fight? Go back to your headquarters and get ready. Then you'll meet your doom!

Lord Kane:

Ha! I knew you couldn't hide in there forever! Come on out, little hero!

Nova:

Max, be careful. Remember that Kane killed Varios!

Lord Kane:

Arrgh! My mask is...breaking!

Kane:

Wh...where am I? I remember now. Darksol masked my face to control me....What have I done? He even made me fight you! Forgive me, Max!

Nova:

It seems that Darksol is behind all the evil afoot. Stop him and it all ends. In any case, let's take another look at this village. Check the shrine again....

Kane:

Please, Max, come with me to the door. We must stop Darksol at any cost. I want revenge for what he has done to me. We must keep that manual from him!

Mysterious Voice:

Two heroes. I have waited long for such as you!

Darksol:

Ah, Kane. Feeling more like yourself now, are you?

Kane:

This is the end, Darksol! Max, get out now! You'll only be destroyed if you stay!

Darksol:

I can't let Max go! Now that I have what I wanted, I have no further need of him! For you see, dear friends, I have both the key and the manual. Dark Dragon will soon be free again!

Kane:

Go, Max, run! I'll deal with Darksol!

Boy at the entrance:

Wait! Don't leave yet, Karin wants to talk to you.

Boy 1:

I sure hope the grownups come back soon!

Girl 1:

Thanks for helping Bleu. He needed a hero!

Hen:

Cook-a-doodle-doo!

Dog:

Woof!

Girl 2:

Bleu's going with you, right? Please tell him, good luck!

Boy 2:

Bleu may be brave, but he's still just a baby dragon!

Girl 3:

Thanks for saving Bleu. We're all proud of him.

Girl 4:

Have you seen Krin?

Girl 4:

She's very excited about something she found.

Girl 4:

Oh. Well, never mind then.

Karin:

Welcome back, Max! I told everyone about Bleu. Thank you so much! Krin said she found something in the old records. It sounded important.

Karin:

Have you seen Krin yet? She really wants to see you.

Boy 3:

I had a dream about you last night. You were going into a castle shaped like a skull?

Girl 5:

Sorry about being nasty earlier. You're OK.

Girl 6:

My parents are coming back soon! I'm so excited!

Boy 4:

Bleu's great, isn't he?

Boy 5:

Tell Bleu to return as soon as he can. We'll miss him!

Merchant:

Hey, welcome back, Max. Shop early and often!

Old man:

I see you met Bleu!

Old man at the house:

I just heard that the rest of the adults are coming back!

Old man at the roof:

It's so warm and peaceful, I feel like taking a snooze.

Boy 6:

Yahoo for Bleu!

Brit:

Woof!

Krin:

I checked the old records and read something interesting. Do you want to hear about it?

Krin:

C'mon, it's important!

Krin:

Listen- "The Manual of the Seal holds the key to awakening Dark Dragon. He must never awaken. The Sacred Dragon must keep the manual from evil hands." Also, there's something here about a sword called the Chaos Breaker....It says that when the sword is used at the westernmost point of the land....The Castle of the Ancients will rise from the depths of the sea. Whatever all that means!

Krin:

Did you get the manual?

Krin:

So where is it?

Krin:

Did you get the manual?

Krin:

Darksol has it? Oh, my. This is bad, very bad! He can use it to awaken Dark Dragon!

Krin:

I have no idea what to do....

Karin:

I think you should go to Prompt first. It's south of here. But be careful! There are lots of monsters out there!

Boy at the entrance:

Be careful out there. There are lots of weird creatures wandering around!

Mishaela:

Well, Max, we meet once more. For the last time, I fear, as you will die here. My minions shall take care of you, but if they fail, I await you in Demon castle!

Nova:

Mishaela is said to possess the Sword of Light. You must enter her castle and get it! With that legendary weapon, you stand a much better chance against Darksol.

Mishaela:

Well, here's the little hero coming for my Sword of Light! Take it, if you dare! You'll never leave my castle, you pitiful fools! This is as close as you'll ever come to the Sword of Light!

Nova:

Max, take great care. Mishaela is a powerful wizardess, a dangerous foe!

Mishaela:

Though you can take...my sword...you will never...stop Darksol. Dark Dragon will be set free....

Nova:

With the Sword of Light you might be able to defeat Darksol. We shall see!

Narrator:

Will Darksol release Dark Dragon from the bonds of the Ancients? Or will Max stop Darksol and save all of Rune from the ultimate evil? The Shining Force hurries on to Prompt....

Narrator:

The Shining Force quickly reached Prompt, hoping that they had come in time.

Man near the shop:

Welcome to Prompt!

Merchant:

Don't ask me anything. I'm not from around here. I just arrived from Rindo.

Boken:

Is this really Prompt? The people seem a little...well, dense, don't they?

Weapons seller:

Weapons, weapons and more weapons! Step right up!

Items seller:

If anyone has what you looking for, it's me!

Man near the waterfall:

Who says thinking is boring? I think about dinner all the time!

Man near the school:

School is good, they say. But you can't prove it by me!

Nun 1:

The people here are so backward. No one wants to learn anything.

Nun 2:

Be quiet and sit down, you little beasts!

Girl:

All I need to know I learned from my cat!

Boy 1:

School! Who needs it?

Boy 2:

My brain hurts!

Man at a house 1:

Dark Dragon? Who cares? Let's talk about food!

Man at a house 2:

Shining Force? What does that taste like? Is it good to eat?

Man at the middle of Prompt 1:

Ancients? Who are they, a group of minstrels?

Man at the middle of Prompt 2:

Have they posted the lunch menu yet? I can't wait!

Man at a house 3:

Shining Path? Maybe the king knows about it.

Man at the exit:

Whoa! I can't let anyone past. King's orders!

Man at the library:

Shining Path, eh? Are you sure you want to know about that?

Man at the library:

Good, me neither.

Man at the library:

The king might know something about it. He's always reading old books.

Man outside the library:

Welcome. Visitors are always welcome.

Man outside the castle:

This is Prompt Castle. Lovely, isn't it?

Man near the entrance stairs:

Welcome to Prompt Castle!

Man near odd equipment:

This castle isn't much, but it's the only one we have!

Man near the stairs leading to the king:

Go up the stairs to see king Kusuko, ruler of Prompt.

Kid:

Be quiet, please. Somebody's very sick in the castle.

Man at the library:

Sorry, no time for idle chatter.

Man near the elders:

This is grandpa's room. He's pondering something difficult. You'd better not disturb him.

Elder 1:

Run along now, youngster. I'm doing vital research here.

Elder 2:

Deep thought requires absolute silence. Please let me resume thinking.

Man near more odd equipment:

Great equipment, huh? Don't ask what it does, I have no idea!

Hen:

Cluck, cluck!

Mage:

Oh, I'm just resting. Nothing to see down here. Why don't you go upstairs?

Sign:

The Shining Path

Man at the Shining Path:

Door? What door? Oh, that door! It's nothing. Forget all about it. Run along now.

Guard watching over a wounded man:

Sorry. No visitors until he recovers from his wounds. Poor guy, whoever he is.

Prison guard:

These stairs lead to the prison. Nothing to see down there now.

King's guard:

All hail King Kusuko!

King's guard:

All hail King Kusuko!

Minister:

This is King Kusuko, ruler of Prompt. Be polite or we'll throw you into prison!

King Kusuko:

What brings you to Prompt? Ancients? Dark Dragon? What is this nonsense? You're a spy, aren't you, sent by our enemies to find our weaknesses. Answer me!

King Kusuko:

You're lying! We know how to deal with spies! Guard! Toss him in prison!

King Kusuko:

I thought so. We have a place for toads like you....Guard! Toss him in prison!

Narrator:

(The thick bars seem unbreakable.)

Boken:

Ok, now I'm really lost. Hey, Max! What's up? Don't worry, I'll let you out!

Boken:

Max, I think I'm going to stop wandering and settle down. Maybe in Waral. See ya!

Guard 1:

King Kusuko! A message from those who left for the Tower of the Ancients!

Guard 2:

Alef and Torasu say Darksol seems unbeatable. They cannot hold out for long!

Guards:

Talk to King Kusuko.

Minister:

The king has something he wants to say to you.

King Kusuko:

You heard the report, I assume. The Tower of the Ancients is east of here. When I heard Darksol was there, I sent troops to stop him. He is trying to raise the Castle of the Ancients from beneath the sea. He must be stopped before he awakens Dark Dragon. Since my troops have failed, it's all up to you now, Max.

King Kusuko:

Rest for now, until all is ready for your journey.

Minister:

Do as the king asks. We must all wait for further reports from our troops.

Prison guard:

King Kusuko imprisoned you because he cares about us. Please forgive him.

Guard watching over a wounded man:

Sssh. He's resting.

Kane:

ZZzzzzz

King Kusuko:

His name is Kane. Someone found him seriously injured.

King Kusuko:

When Kane recovers his strength, you two can talk. Just be patient!

Kane:

P...Please...King Kusuko...let Max...go to...the Tower of...the Ancients....

King Kusuko:

Rest, Kane. There will be time to talk later.

Kane:

I...owe Max a great deal...please...let him go....

Narrator:

(Kane passes out.)

King Kusuko:

I give in. Max! You have my permission to enter the Tower of the Ancients!

Guard watching over Kane:

Please let us take care of Kane.

Minister:

Please save Alef and Torasu!

King Kusuko:

[Repeats #2153]

Kid:

I found Kane. I hope he gets better soon.

Man at the library:

The Manual of the Seal holds many secrets. The way to rouse Dark Dragon, of course. But the way to renew the seal is also contained with the manual's pages. Also, there is a robot that can be activated with the help of the manual.

Man near the elders:

Elders are waiting for you. Please listen to their words.

Elder 1:

The Ancients had amazing powers. But Dark Dragon nearly destroyed them. After a long struggle that ravaged all of Rune, Dark Dragon was defeated. The Ancients placed him in their castle and sank it beneath the sea. But what could we do against Dark Dragon if he got loose now?

Elder 2:

Our records say that the Ancients used flying machines to cross the sea in minutes!

Man near more odd equipment:

Can you save Alef and Torasu?

Man near the Shining Path:

The Shining Path begins here and leads to Metapha. We need more time to repair it. Come back later, please.

Man at the entrance:

It's by the King's order. No one can leave here!

Man at the entrance:

You're going out? Enjoy yourself.

Man near the castle:

The castle used to stand on level ground. But years passed and it sank down.

Man near the library:

Step right in. Visitors are always welcome here.

Man at the library:

These books were all written by the Ancients. Are you interested in them?

Man at the library:

Ignorance is bliss, eh?

Man at the library:

The Shining Path is described in detail. Too much detail. We're having trouble with it.

Man at a house 1:

Metapha is said to be an amazing place. I hope to visit it someday.

Man at a house 2:

It's all up to you and the Shining Force!

Man at a house 3:

Could Dark Dragon be the Legacy the Ancients left us? I think so.

[Poster]:

Words are carved into the wall-"I am Musashi the Samurai. I have come to join the fight against evil." "I await at headquarters."

Man at the middle of Prompt 1:

We are all the descendants of the Ancients. We must prevent Dark Dragon's return!

Man at the middle of Prompt 2:

Keep after Darksol, Max. He must not be allowed to succeed!

Man near the waterfall:

So much to know...so many questions to answer.

Man near the school:

Perhaps we should start a college here in Prompt.

Nun 1:

These people are highly advanced. It's amazing!

Nun 2:

What's going on? I feel like they're teaching me!

Girl:

I'm so bored. The classes are too easy.

Boy 1:

Teacher! That calculation is wrong! The correct answer is 34,765,492!

Boy 2:

I really don't have time for this. I should be helping with the Shining Path.

Merchant:

This is weird! Everyone's acting totally different! Why?

Man near the shop:

Welcome to Prompt! I need to find something better to do with my life!

Nova:

The Tower of the Ancients is to the east. Hurry, while there's still time!

Nova:

Now, on to the Tower of the Ancients!

Demon Master:

Stop them! Lord Darksol must not be disturbed!

Nova:

We must get inside the tower! Smash trough these monsters quickly, Max!

Demon Master:

Lord Darksol...I have failed...they're coming...into the tower....

Nova:

Get in there, quickly!

Alef:

Keep going...Darksol...top of tower....hurry....

Torasu:

We can't go on...you must stop Darksol....

Alef:

Don't...worry about us...get Darksol before...it's too late....

Torasu:

Maybe you are...strong enough...to succeed where we...failed....

Darksol:

Too late, Max!

Darksol:

It has begun! The Castle of the Ancients is rising from the depths. Soon I will awaken Dark Dragon and he will rule the world!

Darksol:

And now, the time to end your meddling is here!

Darksol:

I call upon the Darkness to crush this....No! It cannot be!

Darksol:

Kane!

Kane:

Yes, Darksol. And this time I will stop you!

Darksol:

Fool! I am now many times mightier than when we last met. Your doom is here!

Kane:

Arrrggghhh!

Darksol:

I have no more time to waste with you two. Dark Dragon awaits!

Kane:

I'm dying...Max...go to... Metapha...hurry!

Narrator:

[Kane dies!]

Nova:

Max, there is no time for sorrow. Alef and Torasu are with us. On to Metapha!

Man at the entrance:

Welcome back! The King is waiting for you.

Man near entrance/exit:

Welcome back! The King is waiting for you

Man near the stairs leading to the King:

King Kusuko is waiting.

Kid:

Kane? He rushed out of the castle without saying a word.

Man at the library:

Dark Dragon is incredibly powerful. I don't see how you can beat it!

King's guard:

Welcome back, Max!

King's guard:

Welcome back, Max!

Minister:

Please take good care of Alef and Torasu.

King Kusuko:

We are doomed, Max! Darksol is awakening Dark Dragon. It cannot be stopped.

Otrant:

No! Do not give up. All is not yet lost!

King Kusuko:

Who are you to barge into my throne room?

Otrant:

I am Otrant of Manarina, King Kusuko. Have you heard of the Chaos Breaker?

King Kusuko:

Yes, a sword spoken of in ancient legends....

Otrant:

When ultimate evil arises, a Sword of both Light and Darkness can defeat the evil. Max has the Sword of Light, and Kane had the Sword of Darkness....

King Kusuko:

Kane left it with me. Max, take both swords to Metapha. Once there, you can create the Chaos Breaker. Here is the Sword of Darkness.

King Kusuko:

Your hands are full! Organize your belongings and come back again.

King Kusuko:

Kane left the Sword of Darkness for you. He said he thought you might need it.

King Kusuko:

Now, leave for Metapha! Create the Chaos Breaker and stop Darksol!

Otrant:

Go to Metapha and get the Chaos Breaker!

Prison guard:

I'm sorry that Kane is dead. You must ensure that he didn't die in vain!

Guard near Kane's room:

Kane insisted on leaving. I couldn't stop him!

Man near the elders:

The scholars have something to tell you.

Elder 1:

An ancient legend says that a Sword of Light and a Sword of Darkness will unite. This union will create a new sword to combat Darkness!

Elder 2:

There is a Pool of the Ancients in Metapha. Use the Orb of Light there.

Man near more odd equipment:

Thank you for saving Alef and Torasu!

Hen:

Cluck, cluck, cluck!

Mage:

The Shining Path is only open if you posses the orb of Light. Carry it with you.

Man near the Shining Path:

The Shining Path is open at long last. Now you can leave for Metapha!

Adam:

You are too late. Darksol took the key to the Accursed Door. Go to the eye symbol and use the Orb of Light.

Spirit of the Holy Spring:

I know about Kane. Darksol has the key and is on his way to revive Dark Dragon. The Chaos Breaker may be able to reseal Dark Dragon if Darksol frees him. Follow Adam. He will lead you to where you can create the Chaos Breaker.

Adam:

I am Adam, a robot soldier. I will show you how to create the Chaos Breaker.

Chaos:

Screech! Kill...kill....

Adam:

Stop! You are Chaos. You have been reprogrammed by Darksol. Revert to original function.

Chaos:

Screech...go away!

Chaos:

Screech! Kill...kill....

Chaos:

This unit...now ceases to function...mission incomplete...system failure....

Spirit of the Holy Spring:

The writing on the stone slabs explains what you must do. Read them and obey.

Stone slabs:

"Those who seek the Chaos Breaker must prove themselves."

Stone slabs:

"Take the Chaos Breaker from the central altar and go forth to battle evil!"

Stone slabs:

"Use Light on the left altar, Darkness on the right."

Stone slabs:

"The Chaos Breaker is forged from Light and Darkness. It appears on the center altar.

Spirit of the Holy Spring:

Use the Chaos Breaker to stop Darksol. I have done all I can. The rest is up to you! Go now, Max. The hopes of all of Rune go with you!

Man near the Shining Path:

Welcome back, Max. King Kusuko is anxious to hear your story!

Mage:

Though the spirit of the pool is no more, her words still live in your heart.

Man near more odd equipment:

An army has been spotted leaving Runefaust. It's headed our way!

Elder 1:

So the legends are true...the Chaos Breaker does exist! Tell King Kusuko!

Elder 2:

Go, Max. You must stop Darksol! With the Chaos Breaker, you have a chance.

Kid:

I'm so sorry. I didn't know that Kane was gone...I really didn't....

Prison guard:

You must renew the seal on Dark Dragon, or he will ravage the world!

Minister:

Listen to Otrant. Dark Dragon must remain sealed or the world is doomed!

King Kusuko:

Long ago, Max, the Ancients founded the cities of Guardiana and Runefaust. Though back then, Runefaust was called Protectora... ...Where was I? Oh, yes. Guardiana held the western Gate of the Ancients, while Protectora held the eastern. Though Protectora has fallen into evil hands, the gate remains and still functions. Darksol entered the Castle of the Ancients trough the eastern gate. You must enter Runefaust and fight your way to the gate. Good luck, Max!

Otrant:

At last, the Chaos Breaker! You must go to Runefaust now. See Mahato there. He is honest and can help you.

Man at the entrance:

You are going out again? Enjoy yourself.

Nova:

To the south is Runefaust. Their army approaches. You must fight your way in.

Nova:

Now, Max, into Runefaust!

Narrator:

The Shining Force is now in a desperate race against time. Dark Dragon is awakening!

Narrator:

Runefaust at last! The long and perilous journey is near its end. It is up to the Shining Force whether it ends as a triumph for Light or Darkness.

Hanzou's Note:

I am the ninja Hanzou. I shall join your battle. I await you at headquarters.

Man at building near entrance:

The knights have all gone away. I don't know where.

Woman near statue:

Darksol is gone! I'd feel better about it if I knew what he was up to.

Old man at a house:

You are welcome here. With Darksol gone, we are at peace once more.

Guard near headquarters:

This is the headquarters. Please make yourself at home!

Old man near headquarters:

Before Darksol came, our land was known as Protectora. We were at peace then.

Man near headquarters:

Darksol is evil! He tricked King Ramladu into terrible wars.

Man at the westernmost house:

Darksol is gone! I hope he never returns!

Woman at a house:

Welcome! At last the war is over!

Man at a house:

Mahato is waiting for you inside the castle. Please go see him.

Statue:

Emperor Ramladu

Castle guard:

Mahato is waiting for you inside the castle.

Castle guard:

Mahato is waiting for you inside the castle.

Old man:

You've freed us from Darksol. Thank you!

Man at a house:

That castle is like a haunted house. Monsters are all over the place.

Woman at a house:

Mahato once told me a legend. Would you like to hear it?

Woman at a house:

Too bad! It's very interesting....

Woman at a house:

Runefaust and Guardiana are twin cities built to protect the Castle of the Ancients.

Items seller:

We've got it all. Every item you'll ever need.

Weapons seller:

Come right in. We can meet every need.

Runefaust castle guards:

No one gets through to Runefaust Castle. Mahato's orders.

Runefaust castle guards:

No one gets through to Runefaust Castle. Mahato's orders.

Rune knight:

Shining Force! We no longer obey Darksol. Are you going to stop him?

Rune knight:

That's certainly the healthy choice.

Rune knight:

Go inside. Mahato awaits you with some information.

Guard at Mahato's castle:

Mahato is inside.

Woman at Mahato's castle:

Mahato is inside. I hope Darksol's monsters haven't hurt him!

Old man at the castle tower:

I feel a strange aura. I fear that Dark Dragon is awakening!

Mahato:

I am Mahato. There is no time to lose, Max. Darksol has gone to the gate! You must follow him. Go back trough town. The guards will let you trough now. King Ramladu will try to stop you, for he is Darksol's creature now! Fight well! You are the only one who can defeat Ramladu!

Runefaust castle guard 1:

Mahato said to let you trough. The castle is down this path.

Runefaust castle guard 2:

Take great care. You're our only hope to be rid of Darksol.

Darksol:

You again, Max? How unfortunate for you!

Darksol:

Now I must be off to summon Dark Dragon. But don't worry. Someone is waiting for you.

Darksol:

King Ramladu will serve my purposes one last time, then I will have no need for him!

Darksol:

I must be going. Do enjoy your meeting with Ramladu. Dark Dragon arises soon!

King Ramladu:

Long have I waited for this moment, Max! Prepare to meet your death.

King Ramladu:

Is that the best you can do? Well, meet my robots, weaklings!

King Ramladu:

I am...dying...but my mind is once more my own. Darksol was controlling me. You must stop Darksol! If he frees Dark Dragon, all of Rune is doomed. He has gone to the gate, to summon the castle from the depths of the sea. Go!

Nova:

Max! Darksol has already entered the Castle of the Ancients. You must hurry! I found a secret passage to the gate. It is in the entry hall of this castle. Return to town and make your final preparations. Then take the passage.

Rune knight:

You made it? You've fought through the castle? But keep going, for Darksol awaits!

Mahato:

Max! You have defeated King Ramladu, but a far greater task awaits. Darksol has sealed the Gate of the Ancients behind him, but there is another way....Use the Chaos Breaker at the westernmost point of the coast. There's a legend....The Chaos Breaker can raise the Castle of the Ancients out of the depths of the sea. The gate will then open.

Narrator:

[Need to check this!]

Nova:

At last, Max! The Castle of the Ancients. The end is near, for good or ill!

Colossus:

None shall pass Colossus, the eternal sentinel! Leave now!

Nova:

Colossus! I've heard of it in legends! Max! They're attacking!

Colossus:

Fools...Dark Dragon...will come...to destroy you....

Nova:

You've destroyed Colossus! But where is Darksol?

Nova:

Use the staircase, Max. Darksol must be up there!

Darksol:

Dark Dragon! Awake from your long sleep! The time has come for you to reclaim this land!

Darksol:

Awaken, Dark Dragon! Something is wrong....

Darksol:

Max! Blast! You have meddled for the last time! Kill them, my servants!

Nova:

Max! You must stop Darksol before he completes his foul ceremony! Attack!

Darksol:

Dark Dragon! With my dying breath...I summon you....Arise, Dark Dragon!

Darksol:

Yes! At last, you are awakening! I offer myself to you, Dark Dragon! Use my power to help you cast off your bonds.

Darksol:

You are free once more! Let all of Rune tremble! I die fulfilled! Cringe fools!

Dark Dragon:

Nooooo! These puny creatures cannot defeat the Lord of Darkness!

Dark Dragon:

Never! I will not be banished again! The Powers of Darkness will sustain me!

Nova:

Dark Dragon still lives! Perhaps we cannot kill him! There must be a way....

Nova:

Max! Dark Dragon must be sealed away once again. And only you can do it!

Nova:

Use the Chaos Breaker! Drive it through Dark Dragon!

Dark Dragon:

Fools! Nothing you do can stop me! I am Dark Dragon, Darkness incarnate!

Nova:

Max! Stab him with the Chaos Breaker!

Nova:

Max! The Castle of the Ancients is sinking! Let's get out of here!

Nova:

Max is somehow bound to the Chaos Breaker!

Nova:

Max! Break free! We won't leave without you!

Max:

I can't get free, but you won't die with me!

Mae:

Max used his Egress magic to save us, but where is Max?

Lowe:

That spell's supposed to get us all out. Why isn't Max here? Why, Nova?

Nova:

I have no answers for you. Perhaps a great hero is needed to guard the seal. Perhaps he must stand as an eternal vigil to prevent Dark Dragon's return.

Lowe:

But why did it have to be Max? Any of us would have taken his place....

Mae:

I won't believe it! Max will come back, I know it!

Mae:

Perhaps Max will still come out. Wait, look at the castle!

Lowe:

No! It's gone...the castle...and Max with it....

Lowe:

That's it. He didn't escape. He's gone....

Mae:

I won't believe it....

Nova:

Max has saved all of Rune. His sacrifice will be remembered forever. And now, friends, it is time for us to begin the long journey home....

Mae:

I won't believe it.... Max!

Simone:

Swallowed by the murky brine, the Castle of the Ancients was lost forevermore.

Simone:

The battle over and Rune saved, the warriors of the Shining Force returned home.

Simone:

Led by Mae, Guardiana was rebuilt and Anri inherited the throne.

Simone:

As for Max, he is believed to have perished at sea along with Dark Dragon.

Simone:

And that is the official ending. But you and I know differently, don't we?

Simone:

Somewhere, evil stirs in a land that has need of a hero.

Simone:

And I know you'll be up to the challenge, Max!

Simone:

Well, goodbye for now. I have a feeling I'll be seeing you again.

Farmer:

Well, hello there. You look like you're a long way from home.

Farmer:

We don't see many folk in full armor like that. Quite a fancy getup!

Swordsman:

I have come a long way. Longer than you can imagine.

Farmer:

I must say you do look pretty tired and, well, your things have seen better days.

Swordsman:

I'm tired of wandering. I'm looking for a place to settle down and rest.

Farmer:

Well, how about right here? Lend your hands to the fields of our village?

Swordsman:

That sounds like just what I need right now. I work hard and I'm a fast learner.

Farmer:

Good! We've got a deal then. Folks in the village will be excited to see a new face!

Farmer:

I didn't catch your name. What do they call you?

Swordsman:

Me? You can call me...

Nova:

Well, Max, are you ready to face the enemy?

Nova:

Anything else, Max?

Nova:

A change of heart, eh?

Nova:

If that is all, then go now, for the hordes of Runefaust are still on the attack!

Nova:

Who do you wish to take?

Nova:

A word of advice. Seek the hermit who lives by the Gate of the Ancients!

Nova:

Beware of giant bats! They fly swiftly and fight fiercely!

Nova:

The enemy's mages and archers attack best from affar. Charge them quickly.

Nova:

Zombies and other unnatural creatures suffer greatly from magical fire.

Nova:

In tight places, such as caverns, look before you leap into battle. Plan ahead!

Nova:

Greater numbers alone will not win battles. Keep your troops in close formation!

Nova:

Mages are powerful, but even their power has its limits. Use magic sparingly!

Nova:

Use your flying friends well. Also, monks and priests gain experience by healing.

Nova:

Use healing powers as much as possible.

Nova:

When fighting in woods, plan well before moving. Keep your troops together. Air warriors and long-range weapons are very useful in certain situations.

Nova:

There is no refuge on the Pao Prairie. Stick together when fighting.

Nova:

Be sure to use your archers, mages, and knights to attack from afar.

Nova:

Clever use of the skills and strenghts of your troops is the key to victory.

Nova:

You must protect against attacks from both air and sea. Don't forget!

Nova:

To confuse the enemy, divide your troops and advance from several directions at once.

Nova:

Remember to watch for both air and sea attacks!

Nova:

Woods and mountains are difficult terrains. Plan your attack carefully.

Nova:

This is a strange village. It would be sure death to face a powerful foe here alone.

Nova:

You still have a long way to go. Use magic wisely. Give herbs to everyone.

Nova:

Word has reached me that Mishaela is gathering forces to stop you. Be very careful!

Nova:

Thick woods are tough to get trought. Close your ranks and fight as a unit. Move cautiously against flying opponents. They move faster than your troops.

Nova:

Max! Is there anyone left to promote? Now is the time!

Nova:

Your strongest foes and hardest battles are still ahead of you.

Nova:

Keep weaker folk away from the front lines!

Nova:

Darksol has gathered his best warriors for the final battles. Prepare yourself!

Nova:

Against a mechanical enemy, brute force may be the best strategy.

Nova:

Do not exhaust yourselves here. Use egress to retreat from overwhelming odds.

Nova:

I have no more advice for you. Fight as best as you can.

Mae:

Come, Max, our vengeance cannot wait!

Pelle:

Forget about paying me. This is personal now.

Ken:

At last! A chance to become a real knight! Count me in!

Vankar:

I won't let you down, Max! You can depend on me, no matter what!

Earnest:

I want to fight at the front!

Arthur:

I can't thank you enough for letting me join the fight. I won't let you down!

Gort:

Let's get going, Max!

Luke:

I'm ready, Max. You line 'em up, and I'll chop 'em down!

Guntz:

I'm rarin' to go!

Anri:

Max, thank you for your efforts. I, too, shall try my best.

Alef:

I'll fight to the end to defeat Darksol!

Tao:

I'm eager to try my magic. Let's get out there and toast some monsters!

Domingo:

I'll stay near the back, if you don't mind. But I can fight if I have to.

Lowe:

I'm most useful as a healer, but I'll get in a few good whacks when I have to. I can heal wounds, but please try not to get injured, OK?

Khris:

I can fight and heal wounds. Lead on, and I will follow.

Torasu:

Please take care not to get hurt. If your comrade gets hurt, I will help you.

Gong:

If it's healing and fighting what you need, I'm your man. I will try my best!

Diane:

With me along, there is nothing to fear from flying enemies.

Hans:

Please don't put me in front. I can't stand being hit.

Lyle:

Where are our enemies? I'll blow them all away!

Amon:

Leave air combat to me! No one can take me as long as I have my wings!

Balbaroy:

I will fight until Darksol is defeated or I'm finished on the battlefield.

Kokichi:

Bring on those Runefaust creeps. I'll mop the battlefield with them!

Bleu:

I feel my ancestors watching me as I prepare for battle. I will make them proud!

Adam:

I am yours to command, Max. Point out our foes and step out of my way!

Zylo:

I was born to fight. The battlefield is like a second home to me.

Musashi:

Let's go, Max! I can't stand the thought of those beasts overrunning Rune!

Hanzou:

Now your foes shall surely perish.

Jogurt:

Is my helmet on straight? I think it is.

Mae:

I'm just stretching. Need to keep in tiptop form, you know.

Pelle:

I'll just relax, maybe train a bit. I'll be here if you need me.

Ken:

I think I'll go stir crazy if you don't let me out of here soon!

Vankar:

Well, look who's here. Long time, no see, Max!

Earnest:

Sometimes it's good to stay down here. It's peaceful, but a bit noisy.

Arthur:

Can I fight now? C'mon, let me at that Darksol!

Gort:

Hiya, Max. We've got quite a party going on back here. See ya later!

Luke:

This is pretty boring. When can I get into the fight?

Guntz:

I am ready for action. Just give me a chance.

Anri:

Max! This constant gossiping is really getting to me. Get me out of here!

Alef:

Boy, that Darksol is sure lucky I'm down here. He'd be in trouble with me fighting.

Tao:

I'll be ready when you need me, Max.

Domingo:

Don't worry about us. We just started singing "1,000 Bottles of Ale on the Wall."

Lowe:

ZZZZZZzzzzzZZZZZzzzzz....

Khris:

I'm resting and practicing my healing spell.

Torasu:

Max, you should stay down here. It's great fun!

Gong:

Pick me! Pick me! C'mon, Max!

Diane:

C'mon, Max, let us in on the fun! We're bored down here!

Hans:

Max, remember that we're here if you need us!

Lyle:

Whaa...oh, sorry. I fell asleep there for a while. I'm ready now!

Amon:

Boooooring! I want action!

Balbaroy:

It feels good to rest!

Kokichi:

Exciting times we live in, eh? Not that I'm seeing much of them, of course.

Bleu:

Just practicing my tail whip. Still haven't gotten the hang of it.

Adam:

I want to punish Darksol for all he has done. Let me fight!

Zylo:

Take care of your weapons, that's what my father always told me!

Musashi:

Yawn. Sorry I must have dozes off. Did I miss anything important?

Hanzou:

If I were to fight, they wouldn't even see me coming.

Jogurt:

Do you like my helmet?

Mae:

All that water beneath us. It makes me nervous!

Pelle:

Don't worry. We'll be fine once a battle starts.

Ken:

Nice ship. Good workmanship. We have nothing to fear!

Vankar:

I'll be OK. I'll just carry a bucket with me into battle.

Earnest:

No seasickness for me! But I swim like a rock.

Arthur:

I feel ill. Don't make me fight, please.

Gort:

Ah, the sea. I have long wished for a sea voyage.

Luke:

My first time at sea. Pretty exciting.

Guntz:

I hate the sea!

Anri:

Did I hear "Land Ho!"? No? Just wishful thinking, I guess.

Alef:

Monsters? Let me at 'em!

Tao:

So this is a ship? Rad!

Domingo:

I'm tired of looking at the same people all time.

Lowe:

I wish there was a spell to cure seasickness!

Khris:

This rocking back and forth is putting me into sleep.

Gong:

Yes. Sea travel is quite nice. I should have taken a voyage long ago.

Diane:

I like it down here where it's nice and dry.

Hans:

What if I'm thrown into the sea?

Amon:

I'm an expert at attacking from the air at sea.

Balbaroy:

We are most useful at sea, fighting from the air. Remember that, OK?

Kokichi:

Hey, I can't swim!

Zylo:

Up and down, up and down. Pardon me, but my lunch wants to join the sea.

Jogurt:

I'm ill, but I'll fight if you really need me.

Priest:

Welcome, Max! I've been expecting you. How can I help you and the Shining Force?

Priest:

Shall I make a record of your adventures thus far?

Priest:

Remember that I'm always willing to record your deeds.

Priest:

There, my record of your exploits is complete.

Priest:

Will you continue your journey?

Priest:

Yes, you should rest before continuing. Remember, a tired warrior is soon a dead one.

Priest:

Well, let's just see who needs my help.

Priest:

Hmm...everyone seems OK.

Priest:

Oh, my! [Name] is in bad shape. I'll see if I can help.

Priest:

I can revive [Name], but it will cost [PRICE] coints. Agreed?

Priest:

[Name] has revived!

Priest:

Does anyone want to be promoted?

Priest:

I'm sorry, but no one has earned a promotion.

Priest:

Hmm... I think [Name] should stay as [Class].

Priest:

[Name] wants a promotion?

Priest:

I hereby make a promotion. Now, [Class] [Name] shall be known as a [Class]!

Priest:

Congratulations, [Name]!

Priest:

Changed your mind?

Priest:

Hmmm...no one's poisoned.

Priest:

No one's cursed!

Priest:

Oh, my! [Name] is poisoned!

Priest:

Done [Name] is cured!

Priest:

Done [Name] is cured!

Priest:

Oh, my! [Name] is cursed!

Priest:

I can heal [Name], but it'll cost [Num] coins. Agreed?

Priest:

Remember that I'm always willing to record your deeds.

Priest:

Sorry. I'm afraid I can't heal [Name]. Union rules, you know.

Priest:

Can I help in some other way?

Priest:

May the Powers of Light always be with you, Max!

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The grave is pretty messed up. It looks as if somebody recently dug it up.

Narrator:

The [Item] is cursed and can't be unequipped.

Narrator:

[Name] has been cursed...

Narrator:

Max! It would be foolish to discard the [Item].

Narrator:

[Name] discovered a [Item]!

Narrator:

Max has been defeated...

Narrator:

[Name] casts the Demon Blaze!

Narrator:

[Name] casts the Demon Blaze!