Winds of Change

This place - my home - has been untouched by the passage of time. But now, the winds of change have begun to blow ... even here amidst the beauty of Heine.

While change often brings with it uncertainty and even anxiety, I sense something indescribable on the wind. Something ominous. Something perhaps even deadly.

I hope these feelings of mine are wrong.

• "I hope so too."

I heard the rumor that you had surrendered yourself to the winds of change. I pray you made the right decision...

(You have already completed this quest.)

This change may prove less than desirable. I hesitate to put you in danger...

(Only characters who are level 82 or higher may undertake this quest.)

As you're not from around here, it is not surprising to find that you are unaware of the alarm brewing within our community.

Recently, monsters named Mucrokians have appeared in the Field of Silence and the Field of Whispers. And while they do resemble their Crokian brethren, the likenesses stop there. The Mucrokians are far more powerful and far more deadly.

Moreover...

• "Is there more?"

In the north, a dwarf by the name of Dr. Helvetica has appeared in the Fields of Silence. A more dastardly fellow you will never find. If the rumors are true, Dr. Helvetica's plan is to conquer that area by force! It is said that he plans to lead an army of Enchanted Golems through that area, wiping it clean of friend and foe, so he can transform it into an industrial zone!

In order to stop Helvetica's plans, an elf called Athenia has setup camp on the south end of the island, in the Field of Whispers. She is amassing her own following, and means to prevent Dr. Helvetica from getting away with the corruption and desecration of Nature.

But...

• "It sounds like Athenia is doing well enough."

While Athenia is doing all she can to thwart Dr. Helvetica's plans, the land is crying out for your assistance.

Perhaps it is the providence of Eva that you have been sent here to us. The current state of affairs cannot last. Won't you lend a hand? Which side you choose to support is up to you...

• "Which one do you think I should help?"

I place the choice in your hands. But before making it, you must learn more about both sides.

Both sides are seeking assistance from Sir Iason Heine, since he exerts a vast influence here. I suggest you speak with him and ask his advice.

Do you understand?

• Say yes.

I hope so. May Eva bless your efforts, my friend. You will find Iason Heine in the warehouse of this village.

Take this letter with you, and good luck!

I cannot provide you any more help. Find Sir Iason Heine in the village warehouse and speak with him.

Roman? Ah, you mean the Head Blacksmith!

He should be in the blacksmith's shop, as you would expect.

???? You mean by Eva's High Priest? He should be in the Great Temple of Eva...

I have nothing more to say. You should have already arrived to the destination if you used the teleport while chatting like this.

For Dr. Helvetica, go to the Reed Field of Silence; for Priestess Athenia, please go to the Reed Field of Whisper.

What is it?

• Show him Flauen's letter.

Hmm... You say this letter was sent by Flauen? She has protected this area for many years, so I must respect her judgment. I've also been watching this situation closely. I assume you'd like to hear my perspective on it?

• Say yes.

Ah, it's you! You came to here to learn more about the situation, I assume?

• Say yes.

I don't know who you are or why you're here. Unless you have some business with me, please leave me alone.

Dr. Helvetica settles in the far north reed field, the Fields of Silence, whereas Priestess Athenia settles in the southern portion of the reed field, the Field of Whispers. Is there something else you'd like to know?

• "Tell me about Dr. Helvetica."
• "Tell me about Priestess Athenia."
• "What should I do next?"

What can I say about Dr. Helvetica? The only things I know about him are from his correspondance and idle gossip.

I've heard that he is somewhat of a genius, finding fame and notoriety through his tenure at the Pavel Laboratory. Like Doctor Chaos, he had outgrown the confines of such a stifflingly correct administration. He claims to want the land to the north to build a research facility. It would surely help Innadril's development if I were to support his cause.

Are you talking about Athenia? Oh yes, I've heard about her.

Not only is she a passionate believer of Eva, but she is also a powerful priestess who knows well about the ancient rites and rituals. She believes that the land is something to be nurtured and protected. She would like nothing more than to see this area reinvigorated.

Yes, it's true. I am inclined to help her, for in helping her, I can prevent the spread of these horrible Mucrokians.

To be quite frank, I don't know which side to support. The development of our territory versus the safety of our residents...

I've just been waiting to see how things play out. Perhaps... would you be willing to help me decide?

• Say yes.

As you probably know, I am a busy man. And I don't have the time to address this particular matter personally. So I want you to decide who I should support. Go meet with the supporters of both sides, listen to their opinions and report back to me.

First, I'll set up a meeting with Head Blacksmith Roman who happens to be a supporter of Dr. Helvetica. After that, you'll have a meeting with High Priestess Morelyn who supports this Athenia woman.

After you have meet with these two, come back to me with your decision.

First, meet with Head Blacksmith Roman, the supporter of Dr. Helvetica. And then, meet with High Priestess of Eva Morelyn, the supporter of Athenia. Come back when you are ready to decide.

So tell me ... have you gleaned enough information to make a decision?

• "Yes, I have."

I have request letters from the two sides in my hand. Both are asking me for my support. After speaking to advocates of each side, which do you think I should support?

• "You should lend your support to Dr. Helvetica."
• "You should lend your support to Priestess Athenia."

Are you absolutely sure this is the right path? While I trust your judgment, I want to make sure that you aren't making this decision rashly. If your resolve is firm, then I will gladly give my support to Dr. Helvetica. What say you?

• "Dr. Helvetica is definitely the right choice."
• "Give me time to consider this more carefully."

Is that so? Are you sure about this? Once you have made your choice, there is no going back.

• "Yes, my decision is firm."
• "No, I think I should mull this over for a bit longer."

Sure, you want to think about it again, right?

Here are the request letters from the two associations. They want me to support each of them. Which side will you support?

• "I will help Dr. Helvetica."
• "I will help Priestess Athenia."

Very well then. I will disregard Athenia's request.

(Iason tears up her letter right in front of you.)

Ah, here it is. Here is the letter I received from Dr. Helvetica. Take this signed affidavit to him on my behalf. Let him know he now has my full support.

As you wish. And to show that I stand by your decision, I will destroy the note I received from Dr. Helvetica.

(...Iason tears the letter into little pieces and throws them in the air...)

Now take this promissory note to Athenia and let her know that she has my full support.

You can't change your mind now! We're both committed to the path you chose.

Hurry and deliver this letter pledging my support.

I am still awaiting word from Iason Heine. If I can secure his support, then no man or beast alive will be able to stop me. So what brings you here?

• "I bring word from Heine."

That is stupendous news, my friend. With Heine's support, there is no way we will be defeated. Please take this as a token of my gratitude!

Isn't doubting more better than doubting less? I can believe you only when you bring the proof.

Ah, thank you very much. This means... Supporting Necromancer... Athenia.. What? What is this? This letter is about supporting Priestess Athenia instead of me!!

Hey, are you joking with me? If you don't get lost right away, I will kick you out with the Bulldozer Rem. Please leave already.

Haven't I already finished this work?. Anyway, I feel good because the news you brought.

I haven't received any response for the support request from Iason Heine. If he helps, then we can proceed with the business even faster.

I am waiting on Iason Heine's decision. Only with his support can we rejuvinate this zone to its original splendor. Do you perhaps know of him?

• "I do. I've brought you a letter from the man, actually."

Ah! I'm glad that you came. I'll give you a little reward.

Are you accusing me of distrust while you don't have a proof? Please show me a proof so I can trust you.

Are you a minister of Dr. Helvetica? Why are you showing Support Letter for Dr. Helvetica to me? Please leave now.

We've gained hope that we can win. I thank you once again.

When would Iason Heine send his reply…? Do you know anything about this?

I've been taking a break these past couple of days. I feel as though I deserve it. So whatever business brings you here better be good.

• Ask his opinion about Dr. Helvetica.

It is an undeniable certainty that transforming that useless Field of Silence into an industrial zone will make life here more prosperous. Once that happens, I'm going to take all the money I've saved and build my own factory out there. Then it will be bye-bye work and hello money .... lots and lots of money.

• "Are you serious?"

I'm serious as the grave.

What good is that land doing completely undeveloped? Does that reed field make money? Is it benefiting anybody at all?

Dr. Helvetica just wants to ulitize the land... give it a purpose. Developing on that land won't just make him money, it will make money for us all. Can't you see that?

The day that Athenia's plan puts Adena in my pocket will be the day that I re-evaluate my decision. But until that time, my patronage goes to Helvetica. Ponder that on your way out.

Do you have any more business with me? I've said all I have to say. Unless there's something else, stop bothering me.

What brings you here, traveler? I can sense that you are not here for spiritual renewal. Why has Eva brought you to us?

• Ask her opinion about Athenia.

Ahh, Athenia. I assume you are speaking of the Priestess that fights to ensure the sanctity and preservation of our lands.

She is going to be our savior, you know.

• "Although I can already see where your inclinations lie, I've come to solicit your opinion of her."

Nature is the lifeblood of everyone and everything. The land will only nurture us so long as we nurture it. Athenia understands this and strives to protect this delicate balance... by any means necessary. And for that, she has my unwaivering support.

You have not left yet? I tell you this again. Please think about the meaning of this place Heine.