Gunhilda

Gunhilda is the Viking mother of Dunkelviking, Olaf, Melvin, and Eliza. She is fond of her battleaxe and is often very disapproving and dour.

The first appearance of Gunhilda is in Normal Mode at battle 118 (Forgotten Wood).

“Ahh, this reminds me of raising my kids. I used to tuck them in at night and whisper, "TOUGHEN UP!" Now let's fight!”

Interactions

The Trainer interacts with this character in several dialogues, divided into sections below.

Campaign Map

Sixth Island (Gloamis): Campaign Map Dialogues (edit)

No time for breeding right now! We need to go to battle! Ew! Let me GO, Brant! Your hands smell like CHEESE! That's "Big Bad Brant" to you! Call me by my proper Viking name now that you're my PRISONER! No one's going to call you by that RIDICULOUS name! Now free the fair damsel, or... or we'll make you! This kidnapping has been really fun and all, but it's time for me to head back to the Academy. I'm sleepy, and after helping end the Viking invasion, I've DEFINITELY earned a nap. A NAP! Naps are for BABIES, and I DON'T kidnap them! You'll stay my prisoner till I find that thing Gunhilda wants. Now stay back Ned, or I'll tell Arya you like-like her! Gunhilda? That name makes my knees tremble in terror, but I can't remember why. Come on; let's catch up to him and make him spill HIS secrets instead of mine! Tell the truth, Brant. Is Gunhilda your imaginary Viking friend? I think you'll find I'm all TOO real when I CRUSH you in battle! You've won THIS battle, but the Viking conquest has only just begun... AGAIN! And you won't humiliate me like you did my son; all of Dragolandia will bow before the might of my battle axe! YEAH! Once we have the Lunar Rock, you'll wish you'd NEVER defeated the Dunkelviking. ... Oops, I wasn't supposed to tell that part, was I? Good thing Brant can't keep a secret; I was getting REALLY sick of pretending to be kidnapped to learn his plan. PRETENDING?! What about my brave rescue mission, Arya?! Fine, I'm leaving; I can tell when I'm NOT needed! Ned, WAIT! *sigh* I'll have to make it up to him later. We need to stop Brant from finding that Lunar Rock; such a powerful magical item could do A LOT of damage! It wasn't enough that the Dunkelviking's mom decided to invade Dragolandia; she HAD to bring along all her cronies to slow us down. Guess we'll do what we do best and battle our way through! Watching the Vikings fall all over themselves to flee was ALMOST enough to cheer me up. Catching Brant and giving him a LONG time-out should do the trick! Gloamis has been abandoned since the Lunar Rock crashed down and radiated shadows that covered the island in darkness. The Vikings haven't taken the hint to leave, but maybe we'll convince them with THIS battle! I've heard rumors the island isn't completely abandoned, that some "Shade Folk" live in secret tunnels and caves. If they're real though, why haven't they shown up to help us fight back? Do you hear that strange sound...? Like whispers echoing out of the cave underneath that stump! If the Shade Folk are down there, then we've GOT to battle to protect them! Listen to that crowd of people cheering and clapping! The Shade Folk must be happy we chased off the Vikings. What do you think you're DOING throwing those poor frogs into that hollow stump, Brant?! Trying to make a deal with the Shade Folk for a piece of the Lunar Rock, but I guess they don't like pet frogs. Maybe they'd like a pet Arya INSTEAD! Too bad Brant ran away before we could see if the Shade Folk wanted HIM... Pet frogs are probably less messy and noisy though. The Vikings have been digging holes all over this marsh looking for fragments of the Lunar Rock. Let's end their search with a battle! Yuck! We should have made the Vikings fill in these muddy holes before they ran off! Now I need to find my shoe as WELL as the Lunar Rock. I hope Ned's all right! I should really find him and apologize for pretending to be kidnapped... After we deal with these Vikings! I find this island a little spooky, so I can only imagine how Ned is feeling! He'd HATE for me to tell you this... but he still sleeps with a night-light because he's afraid of the dark. Why are those Vikings rolling giant boulders around? Maybe a battle will convince them to share their secret! They say Gunhilda told them to leave no stone unturned in their search for the Lunar Rock... I had no idea Vikings took everything SO literally! There're SO many different kinds of mushrooms growing in this swamp. Looks like the Vikings have been helping themselves to the fungus banquet; let's stop them coming back for seconds! Do you think any of these mushrooms are poisonous...? I guess my culinary curiosity will have to be sated AFTER we've saved Dragolandia. Brant's just up ahead, but these Vikings are blocking the only path across the river. Ready to battle your way through?! Those Vikings were NOT happy to be going for a swim. Maybe next time they'll wait an hour after eating before they try and challenge US! Luminous lunar LANDING! Luminous lunar LANDING! Stay back; I need total focus to cast the spell that will lead me to the Lunar Rock! If it's total focus you want, then I know exactly what you'll get... That's right, a BATTLE! That battle RUINED my spell! ... I don't think it was working anyway, though; I've been out here chanting for hours and all I got was tongue-tied. *yawn* Darn those Vikings for ruining my nap; this whole island is making me sleepy. Let's see if a battle will wake me up! Nothing like a battle to shake off the sleepies! Now I'm RARING to go; let's get some Vikings! Did you see something move in the water? I've always wondered if there were dragons unique to Gloamis; I'll have to come study the question with Hogwin after we've gotten rid of these Vikings! I've tried to get Hogwin to bring me on a research trip here before, but he always makes excuses. You don't think HE could be scared of Gloamis too, do you? When the Lunar Rock crashed down on the island, it caused a massive earthquake that destroyed all the buildings. We'd better stop these Vikings searching through the rubble for it! That ought to teach those Vikings it's not safe to hang around in ruins, ESPECIALLY when we're around! Ugh! This swamp is crawling with BUGS, but I can barely see them through the shadows. Luckily the Vikings should be easier to swat! We've got the Vikings on the run, but if there's one thing I've learned it's that they're the only type of pest that CAN'T be squashed. After them! Look at these ancient tombstones... Could this be the burial ground of the Shade Folk? We'd better teach the Vikings it's a grave offense to go digging around here! Someone's been leaving fresh flowers on these tombstones. I'm glad we were able to get rid of those Vikings so the Shade Folk could come and pay their respects. All right Brant, I'll bite. Why are you dancing around in front of this strange totem? I am NOT "dancing"! I'm performing the sacred celestial rites to earn a piece of the Lunar Rock. Good thing you showed up because THIS totem demands a sacrifice! Where are you going? Don't you want to find out what happens when we offer YOU to the totem? No...? All right, no human sacrifices today I guess. I can see Illumina shining just across the water. *sigh* Why couldn't Brant be searching for something over there; it'd be a GREAT excuse to do some sightseeing. Maybe Hogwin will let me visit after we stop this invasion! On second thought, I'm glad Brant is nowhere NEAR Illumina. He'd just find some way to ruin it TOO! Gloamis may be a wasteland, but artifacts like this ancient stone wheel are part of our cultural history. We've GOT to stop the Vikings from destroying them in their hunt for the Lunar Rock! I'll take this wheel as a sign that our efforts to capture Brant are finally on a roll... Get it?! The mist is SO thick I can barely see my feet! We'd better proceed with caution in case Vikings are lying in wait for us. AHHH! Good thing those Vikings are better at surprise attacks than they are at battling, or we'd have been in trouble! There's probably a REALLY good reason this place is called "Forbidden Pass," but if the Vikings are going to ignore it, then I guess we'll have to as well. Let's get them! I'd forbid these Vikings from causing any MORE trouble, but they'd probably just ignore that too! The Vikings added beards and battle axes to all the stick figures in these wall paintings. Let's show them they can't get away with vandalizing art! Wait a second -- is that a painting of you and I battling Vikings?! We'd better not touch it; the paint's still wet... You're TOO late, Arya! I've got a piece of the Lunar Rock, and youuu CAN'T have it! If you REALLY have it, then I'm SURE you can show it to us. That is... if you didn't make the whole thing up! I do SO have it! Or I will... right after I get it from the bottom of this pond. The only ones going for a swim will be us, and it'll be a victory lap for having beaten you in THIS battle! HA HA HAAAH! I got you! I got you SOOO good! One of the Vikings is already on his way to deliver the Lunar Rock to Gunhilda on Illumina. Ahhh! *splash* Oh, it's COLD! Arya, how could you throw a little kid like me into a pond?! What if I didn't know how to swim?! We would have saved you, but I was pretty sure you could swim. After all, you've already made SUCH a big splash with the Vikings! Come on; we'd better hurry over to Illumina! I have a bad feeling Gunhilda is after the Solar Rock too...

Seventh Island (Illumina): Campaign Map Dialogues (edit)

Hand over that Lunar Rock, Gunhilda! I've got a firm policy AGAINST letting Vikings play with powerful weapons! So little Brant has failed me too? Ah well, I'll cheer myself up by taking over the Tower of Light, right after I'm done playing with YOU! I was right: She IS after the Solar Rock! Come on; we've GOT to stop her from entering the holy city of Illumina! Now that we've made Sunrise Port Viking-free, anyone wanting to flee in terror can conveniently charter a boat. *sigh* I wish WE had that luxury, but if we don't stop the invasion, who will? The Solar Rock radiates a heavenly light many Dragolandians believe to be a blessing from the gods. I'd consider it a blessing if the Vikings felt the same so we could enjoy Illumina together, but I guess we'll enjoy a battle instead! If Gunhilda gains control of the Solar Rock, its followers will be hers to command -- and we'd NEVER stand a chance against such a fanatical army. Come on; let's stop her from reaching the Tower of Light! Listen to that beautiful organ music coming from the cathedral... but somehow I don't think those Viking battle cries are part of the hymn. We'd better investigate! Well done! If these Vikings are SO eager for something to worship, then we'll keep making them worship at the altar of defeat! Why are these tourists fleeing the museum...? Oh dear, looks like the Vikings have invaded the gift shop. Let's go show them there are no FREE souvenirs! Huh. They ignored the display of gemstones and took the Light Dragon dolls instead. They probably want them for their Viking kids back home, right...? The postmaster looks REALLY upset. I guess he never expected his shop to be invaded by Vikings. We'd better make sure they're not tampering with the mail! I'm not sure what's funnier -- that they made sticker books of the stamps, or that they opened the mail to read it and then got bored when it didn't have any pretty pictures. You AGAIN?! Your immature rebellion reminds me of the phase Dunky had as a young Viking when he shaved off his beard and claimed to be a bard. A few good battles soon cured him of that silly notion; let's see if the same discipline works for YOU! You'll NEVER cure us of our rebellious nature with a battle -- we LOVE to battle! Now hand over that Lunar Rock, or we'll go for round three! Round three will have to wait; I've got a little party to ruin! A party...? She must be talking about the Festival of Lights! It's Illumina's yearly celebration where worshippers of the Solar Rock make a pilgrimage to the Tower of Light to pray. This is NOT good! Mmm! The smell of this roasting meat is making me SO hungry! Let's stop and treat ourselves to a little snack... right after we deal with these Vikings! What do you mean "the Vikings ALREADY ate ALL the meat"?! Now they've ruined my nap AND my snack... This will NOT stand! After them! Look at those Vikings ignoring the big "Do Not Swim!" sign to steal the gold coins at the bottom of the reflecting pool. We CAN'T let them get away with stealing other people's wishes... not EVEN if they wish it! Now that we've rescued the coins, it's MY turn to make a wish. If I tell you my wish is that the Vikings start taking baths ON PURPOSE, do I risk it not coming true? The Vikings have thrown all the festival garments out into the mud of the street. Come on; let's show them it isn't fashionable to ruin someone else's party! I'll NEVER be able to burn the image from my brain of that Viking wearing a skirt around his neck! C'mon; let's get out of here! The Luminous deliver their yearly address to crowds gathered in this square to celebrate the Festival of Lights. No one will be able to hear them, though, UNLESS we get rid of these noisy Vikings! Listen to the cheering of that crowd! If they're happy with us now, just imagine how loudly they'll cheer when we rescue the Festival of Lights! Illumina is known for the tapestries and paintings made here in the Artist Hall. The Vikings must want to try their hand at arts and crafts, so let's remind them WHY they should focus more on training than needlework! Huh. I guess I don't have much of an appreciation for art; this tapestry of Gunhilda sitting on a throne does nothing for me. Maybe Hogwin will enjoy it! How fitting we found you at a monument to the Tyrant's defeat; maybe we'll build a statue for YOU here after this battle! I'd prefer a statue showing the look on your faces when my NEW dragon arrives on the battlefield. Now say "FEAR"! Looks like your plans for that victory statue just crumbled into rubble! No matter; the Tower of Light will make a MUCH better location for a statue. Then ALL of Dragolandia can worship at the feet of my glowing likeness, and if any DARE displease me, the shadows of my wrath will creep across the land! It's even WORSE than I thought! Gunhilda plans to use the Lunar Rock to eclipse the Solar Rock, then all of Illumina would fall into darkness. After her! The Vikings are trying to slow our chase by destroying the river path; let's slow THEM down with a battle! Just in time. I see Gunhilda up ahead running through the Festival Square. Let's get her! The dancers have been practicing for the Festival of Lights for weeks, and now their feet are being stomped all over by clumsy Vikings. Let's show them they've stepped right out of line THIS time! Amazing how much MORE graceful the Vikings are running away than dancing! The Luminous use this printing press to produce all the informational pamphlets given to tourists visiting the Solar Rock. Somehow I don't think the Vikings are in there lending a hand. Let's get them! The Vikings HAVE been printing something. "Gunhilda's Guide to Conquering Friends and Enemies -- Keep a sharp beard AND battle axe, because you never know when you'll meet someone you want to frighten or impress." This won't be making the bestseller list! The MOST important part of the festival is the pilgrimage up to the Tower of Light. Let's clear out these Vikings so everyone can pass through here safely! I NEVER imagined my first pilgrimage to the Tower of Light would be in pursuit of an angry Viking mother. We'd better catch her, or this'll be my LAST pilgrimage! I've heard SO much about the garden of the Luminous, but it's even MORE beautiful than I'd imagined. It'd be absolutely perfect, if not for the Vikings pulling up flowers. Let's get them! I hope these Vikings have learned by now that we'll NEVER stop being a thorn in their side! You can't fool us by hiding in those dark catacombs, Gunhilda. I can see shadows from the Lunar Rock creeping across the ground. Now hand it over! Over my dead body! Or wait... Make that YOURS! There she goes AGAIN! She sure can run for a lady her age. Luckily, I'm not in such bad shape myself after all these battles. Let's go! The Luminous grow their year-round supply of food in these hothouses, but if we don't stop the Vikings from gobbling everything up, there won't be enough left for winter! Get them! The Vikings ate all the fruit, but they didn't touch the vegetables. How did they get SO big and strong without eating them? *ugh* The Luminous will probably have to drain all the water from these baths to get rid of the smell from the Vikings bathing in them. Oh well -- we can at least help by getting rid of the source! Now these Vikings are REALLY all washed up! Hah! The Vikings have invaded the school and are interrupting ALL the students' classes. We'd better teach them a lesson! The teachers were grateful for our help, but the students looked disappointed. I guess a Viking invasion is a bit more exciting than a lecture. The Luminous are fleeing their barracks. Let's go see what trouble the Vikings are causing NOW! For all their training, you'd think the Vikings would know better than to jump on beds. Good thing they were so preoccupied with their pillow fight -- they never saw that battle coming! We're almost there! I can see Gunhilda at the top of the hill starting to climb the Tower of Light. CHARGE! We did it! I'd love to take a little rest here, but there's NO time. After her! Stop right THERE, or I'll throw the Lunar Rock into the Tower of Light and plunge this WHOLE island into darkness! You're bluffing -- if you do that then you lose control of the Solar Rock and all its followers! Whether or NOT I'm bluffing, what choice do you have other than to do EXACTLY as I say?! We're not the giving-up type, so I guess the only choice you've left us is to gamble everything on THIS BATTLE! NO! How could I LOSE?! I've FAILED Dunky by not leading by example! FINALLY! The Viking invasion is OVER and Dragolandia is saved, just in time for my nap! I wouldn't advise it unless you plan on sleeping through the Tyrant's invasion! I'll take my revenge against Dr. Hogwin, and then ALL Dragolandia will be ours ONCE MORE!

Ninth Island (Champion's Island): Campaign Map Dialogues (edit)

I know you've been on the lookout for Tyrants, Professor, but there don't seem to be any here... You may be right, but -- like anything that suddenly pops out of the ocean -- this island is worth investigating! With mysterious islands come dragons. Of course. *sigh* And very unique dragons, at that! A one-of-a-kind ecosystem and rare dragons... I'll have my studying cut out for me! Say, is it just me, or are the dragons here acting a little strange! Why do they wanna fight us so bad? Hmm. Perhaps they're trying to protect the island. Let's try to better understand their behavior, shall we? I don't need to "understand" anything about this dragon's behavior! It wants to fight, and I wanna leave! And now they wanna... nibble at my clothes? Hey, guys, wh-what's going on here? Why're the dragons so into me...? Arya...? D-Dad? I think these dragons are-- YAARGH!!! B-by the Divines!!! They've taken Ned!!! Don't worry, son; it'll be okay! All dragons are peace-loving creatures! ... Or so I thought... Hang on, Ned! We'll save you as soon as we beat this dragon... and that dragon... and ALL its friends...! Yikes, Professor, there sure are a LOT of dragons! And STILL no sign of Ned. Whew -- Arya, I'm getting a little old for this... We might need some help. These dragons are tough, even for me! But I've got an idea, Professor: I think I know somebody who can help us out... How about YOU, Trainer? Great idea, Arya! Trainer, it's clear to me you have some seriously impressive skills. Won't you help us find Ned... ...and discover the mysteries of this spectacular island? C'mon, Trainer, help me take on these dragons! Nice one! Hehe, it's great to have another powerful trainer around! Goodness, I hope Ned is all right... I'm sure the dragons won't harm him; it's just that he's so FRIGHTENED of them... Don't worry, Professor! At the rate we're going, we'll find Ned in no time! *sigh* I should have raised Ned to put more trust in dragons. I did everything I could, but... how will he EVER trust them now? What's that? I should have more faith in Ned? Perhaps you're right... This one looks tough. But I wonder why the Divine Dragons are sending their followers to fight us! Why not just battle us themselves...? Most interesting... Great job, everybody! The going is tough, but if we all band together, I daresay we can make it through. In the meantime, I've got some pondering to do... Do my eyes deceive me? Is that Dragon Girl and the loony professor? Your eyes don't deceive you, and neither does my nose! I'm all for a reunion battle, Olaf, but we've got bigger fish to fry and dragons to fight! You and your friends are still as terrifying as ever, I see. I saved myself a few grey hairs getting involved in perfumery instead of conquest! First things first: You need to practice your perfumery. Second, what are you even doing here?! What are we doing here? It's a funny story, actually, but let's take care of these pesky dragons first. ... Hold on, did you say "we"? There, now that that's out of the way, my brothers should all be around here somewhere... This is all becoming one big headache! Every smelly Viking dweeb in one place! Well, we'd love to deal with you, but we really don't have time -- Ned's been flown off by dragons! No need for insults, Dragon Girl -- we're just here to rescue mother. Now, less chat -- more fight! Rescue? What happened to Gunhilda, besides a serious attitude problem? Enough of YOUR 'tude! Mother's been... *sniff* Get it together, Melvin... You see, strange dragons took her away to this island -- to the icy summit! If the dragons took Gunhilda to the top of the island, there's a good chance Ned is there, too... Come on; let's climb! I never expected to fight on the same side as Vikings... but family trumps rivalry, I suppose! Hey, Dunkelviking! How's your music career going? Write any hits? Wait, never mind; tell me after this battle... No hits yet, Dragon Girl, but this adventure is BOUND to produce a face-melting rock opera! Get ready, everyone... a horde of Divine Dragons want to say hello! Hey, Eliza, we've been through this before, haven't we? Wanna help us out? I am NOT "helping" you, fool! Our allegiances just HAPPENED to cross... AGAIN... You know, I haven't really had a chance to think on it, but doesn't this place look familiar, Professor? It's like Dragolympus, but-- Whoa! Incoming dragons! You're right, Arya, and the dragons are the same as well! Hmm... We saved them, so why are they fighting us? How puzzling... Dunkelviking, I thought your mom ruined your career dreams. Why are you trying so hard to save her? Seems like she's not the best parent... I don't expect an ex-milkmaid to understand my complicated feelings -- but I DO expect you to help me fight off these incoming dragons! So? What's your answer, "Dunky"? I'm curious! It would be way easier for everyone if we let the dragons play volleyball with her for the rest of eternity. Well, if mother hadn't stalled my bardic dreams, I never would have realized how strongly I wanted to chase them! Also, I mean, she's my mom... Family is complicated, I guess. But you know what's not complicated? Battling dragons! Woo! Ahh, battling's the best -- I almost forget why I'm doing it in the first place! ... Oh, right, Ned! Poor Ned... If the dragons had taken me instead, I probably would've been having a blast! I don't really understand it, but if he's scared, we gotta help him. Hey, dragons! Kidnap me next time! Heh... just kidding. Maybe. Looks like we're almost at a new part of the island. Do you recognize it, Trainer? Well, I know you recognize these feisty dragons! Great job! Hey, we should go head-to-head one of these days! One more obstacle; and it's our old friend, Arya: the Medusa Dragon! Just because it's not a Divine doesn't make it any less fearsome! We're a bit closer now... Hold tight, son -- just remember your happy place and breathe into your paper bag! This place looks familiar, too... Ah, I know -- it's like the Island of New Beginnings, just in miniature! And check it out: The dragons are the same, too! What could it all mean...? Agh, thinking makes my brain hurt -- I'll leave the hardcore thoughts to Professor Hogwin. I remember battling a ton of super-powerful dragons here with Ned. He was scared, but he knew so much about each one! Like, THIS dragon was... Uh... OK, so I can't really memorize facts like Ned... but I remember having a lot of fun with him...! Eliza, you remember when we battled on the Island of New Beginnings, right? I hope you battle a little better today! Grr... Arya, I'm not here for a trip down memory lane -- and I think you'll find I've VASTLY improved! Aww, Eliza, I know Ned and I beat you last time, but we all make mistakes... Except me, when I battle dragons like this! You're getting awfully full of yourself for someone who couldn't rescue her little boyfriend! Huh? Boyfriend? I don't get it! That's an awful lot of dragons coming for us! If only I could work out why they seem so intent on battling... I might have a theory after a few more battles. Let's keep forging on! It's odd. The dragons don't seem aggressive -- just... sporty? It's almost like this is a tournament! Come on now, beasties, let me study you a while longer! If we understand these dragons, we don't need to fear them! Olaf, have you gotten over trying to impress your brother, the Dunkelviking? Maybe this next battle will make him love you! I mean, the battle WAS impressive, but ever since Dunky picked up his music career, he's been a lot more... manageable. What's the word? "Nice"? "Nice"? Did somebody call me "nice"? Olaf, you smelly nut, was that you? Or was I mishearing some approaching dragon's roar...? What? "Nice"? All that lute playing's made you hard of hearing, Dunky. But, hey, did you see how expertly I strategized during that battle? Did you? Olaf, why don't you go home and let me take on this fight, huh? I know you've got some, uh, perfume-y stuff to do, or something like that... B-but... I CAN fight...! Hey, Trainer, help me take on this super-powerful Bamboo Dragon and I'll give you a free sample of my newest perfume line, OK? Just make sure Dunky's watching... Ha HA! We did it! Take THAT, crippling self-esteem issues! And take THAT, familial expectations! Er, Olaf, brother... I told you to go home so you could get back to your REAL passion, right? I know you don't like battling like this! Well, I CAN battle, so I WILL battle! Hmph. Olaf, listen: I like writing songs about adventures; you like making perfume. I don't understand it, but I support it. Just like I support battling these dragons. Does this mean... Dunky, do you love me?! Of course I love you! You're my brother, you dumb oaf!!! Hmm. Professor, do you think the dragons are trying to get us to work out our emotional baggage by kidnapping our loved ones and battling us? It's a good guess, Arya! You're probably not that far off... I DO love making perfume -- well, it's more of a necessity, really -- but... I think I'll stick around and help rescue mother. Do your worst, dragons! That's awfully... NICE of you, Olaf. (Mighty claws, what a strange word to pronounce!) Across this bridge is one of the island's summits. Let's be sure to stop and smell the roses -- and appreciate the view -- before the next battle. Yes indeed, nothing more relaxing than that! Don't get TOO into your sightseeing, Professor -- there's a huge gang of dragons headed this way... and it looks like they want to play! Well played, dragons, but we've won this round! Wow, we're so high up -- I can see the whole island from here! Heeey, Ned, can you hear me?! Oh, no, but a couple of dragons did. It was worth a shot! I guess we'll have to find Ned the good ol' fashioned dragon-battling way. I remember a lot of these temples from adventuring with Ned. It was so cool fighting the dragons inside! I guess these other dragons will have to do for now... Perhaps we could all visit the temples once this adventure is over! What's the matter, Eliza? You've been awfully quiet. Dragon got your tongue? Let's pry it off! I'm FINE, thank you very much! I just don't like remembering my embarrassing defeat at the hands of you and that weakling, Ned! Hey, he's not weak -- he's just gotta work on his self-esteem! Grr... I WON'T let these dragons embarrass me here again! Come on, you scaly ninnies -- let's have a rematch! Eliza sure is fired up! It's even MORE fun to see now that we're on the same side! *blush* Stop having fun this instant! I think I see a familiar dragon face up ahead... But first, time to battle these small fry! Okay! Now, Guan Di Dragon, here we come! Hello again, Guan Di Dragon! Remember me? I fought you with my friend Ned, but I've got a few more friends with me this time around! Thanks for the battle, Guan Di Dragon! I'm your biggest fan! Ack! Here again? I thought I'd left the Golden Pyramid in the past -- literally! But aren't you excited to see the Golden Pyramid again, Eliza? We had such a blast battling dragons in the desert! Heinrich, if you're lurking around here like last time, just watch how I battle these dragons and imagine that happening to your FACE! Don't worry, Eliza; I think we're safe! I know our desert adventure was kind of hectic, Eliza, but wasn't it, y'know, fun in the sun? Didn't we totally beat the heat? Now, let's beat this battle! It's almost like you WANT me to have fun. What's that all about? Arya, I see you and your Trainer friend are getting along quite well with our unlikely Viking teammates. You haven't been... influenced, have you? Professor, the only things that "influence" me are DRAGONS and BATTLES! See? My head is clear, Professor! Besides, those Vikings aren't half bad if you give them a chance to do something... good? Heh, we've fought all of these dragons before -- a few more of them is no big deal! C'mon! Let me at 'em! Thanks, dragons! You've made me THAT much stronger! Wahahaha! Whew, it sure is hot on this part of the island! Amazing how multiple climates exist side-by-side in the same small land mass... I've GOT to keep studying! Yes, every dragon is perfectly suited to each ecosystem. Fascinating! Urgh... It's so... HOT. No wonder Heinrich seemed to do so well in the desert -- that lack of hair kept him cool. HEY, dragons! Singe off my beard a little, won't you? Dunkelviking! Dragons don't give out trims or haircuts unless you ask REALLY nicely. Eliza, didn't you have a "thing" going on with Heinrich when we all went to the Golden Pyramid? No, no, Heinrich had a "thing" going on with mother. That's why she sent him back in time to the desert; probably so that dragons like these could scare him straight. ARRGH! I did not have a THING with Heinrich! And neither did mother! Maybe if you spent time TRAINING instead of gossiping, you'd have beaten that meathead Arya and her Trainer friend back when it counted! I mean, it's just that we thought you'd be married by now, Eliza. Don't you want to make mother proud when we find her? Hey! Melvin! Shut up! And help us fight this dragon! I'll impress mother with my battle prowess alone, thank you VERY much. *muttering* I wish I could impress mom with battle prowess alone... Look, Eliza! It's the Golden Pyramid! Aww, I wish somebody had a disposable picture-box so we could pose together! Maybe this dragon knows where to pick one up? Well... Maybe we could get a picture later. I mean... If I feel like it... Remember this dragon, Eliza? Hey, Dile Dragon, you're far from the Dile River! I wonder what could have made it come so far... Something strange is going on here, that's for sure... Goodness, Arya! You and Eliza fought with some tough customers... But it seems like you had a great time while you did! That's my protégé for you! Now if only I could get Ned to follow Arya's example... So, you DID have fun when you explored the Golden Pyramid, Eliza? Oh, it was nothing, Dunky. Dragon battles are way more "fun" for me... Actually, yeah, I did have fun. I had a lot of fun kicking Heinrich's butt... battling with Arya... B-but it was all in the name of duty, of course! Oh, not you too, Eliza! You KNOW you don't need to impress me. I'm not about that life anymore -- it's all rock ballads and friendly battles. Come, sister; aid me! Heh -- a heart-pounding battle, brother! Well done! Looks like you're getting along better with your brothers, Eliza! Let's celebrate with a battle! Hey, my brothers are still a bunch of losers, and don't you forget it! Except for Dunky, of course... What do you think of all this "togetherness," Trainer? I wonder if this is what the dragons had in mind... Only one way to find out! Another amazing battle! Go on, show off your war cry! ... Arya, I might need your help on this one. We're talking a SARCOPHAGUS-full of desert Divines! High five, Eliza! We did it! And we got to see all our old Divine friends again! No high fives! ... Okay, maybe one high five. Or two. That's fine. What a battle that was! This one should be a piece of cake in comparison, Trainer. Just as I suspected. Great job! I think I'm starting to put it together -- the secret of this mysterious island and the behavior of the dragons that have come here... Your expert battling skills have helped me study the dragons -- so, thank you! The temples all over this island suggest ceremonial significance! Then, of course, there's the presence of the Divine Dragons... and others... Taking notes, Professor? I don't think the dragons would have gathered here without an important reason... Hello dragon, won't you tell me your secrets? Alas! I'll have to keep studying Dragonese... You made that up just now, didn't you Professor? Have you got any ideas about what's going on here, Professor? I do! And I'll tell you after this battle! I believe that the Divine Dragons have assembled themselves and their strongest disciples... to test us! Something very big is about to happen... I'm just not sure exactly what. Apep Dragon! If you like discord so much, then you won't want to hear how we've been kind of getting along with Vikings! Even the Apep Dragon didn't seem to be able to cause infighting within our ragtag group. Interesting... We're nearing the summit of the Island! It's getting icy, but all of this fighting makes the cold feel refreshing! Let's battle! I do hope that we find Ned soon... Poor boy isn't great with heights... I think I hear mother! I'd recognize her battle cry anywhere! And if I find her first, I'm sure she'll read me bedtime stories, just like old times! I see the years haven't made you any less ridiculous, Melvin... Ned might not be the best battler, but he's smart. Perhaps he's already figured out this island's mysteries... Trainer, please, help us find him! You've got great stamina, Trainer. Hmm, what's that? I think I hear distant whimpering... Ned? Wait until mother hears about all of our breakthroughs. She'll be so... so...! You know what? Let's not think about it -- we'll just battle this dragon instead. If only she would wear the perfume I made for her -- we would know EXACTLY where she was from miles away! (But nooo, "too sulfurous," she said...) I thought I'd heard the rumble of an avalanche, but it looks like it was the rumble of a pack of dragons! C'mon everyone; less searching and more battling! I never thought I would enjoy fighting alongside Vikings, but... Hey, that was a great show, everyone! It does seem like this island has brought out the best in everyone. I hope the same is true with Ned and Gunhilda... It would be nice to put conflicts behind us! Fantastic battling, Trainer. It seems like this island has brought out the best in you, as well! Don't worry too much about Ned, Professor. I'm sure when we find him, he'll have already figured out what this island is for -- maybe even without trembling! It's true. I'm looking forward to finding Ned and hearing his thoughts! We need to compare notes! Hm, is this what fatherly pride feels like...? Arya, I don't like to admit it, but you would probably make a good Viking! You're hardy, you're brutal, and you can even make Eliza listen to you! I definitely don't know how to feel about that, so instead, um... Let's battle more dragons! Dunky! Don't tell her stuff like that! Argh! (She WOULD make a decent Viking though...) These temperature changes aren't good for my vocal chords! And just when I was about to try a yodel to find mother... I'll try a yodel too! YODELAYHEEHOO-- *COUGH COUGH* Decent effort! Cheers to us -- and cheers to another great dragon battle! Hey, I think I found some thread from Ned's coat... Not that I usually notice what Ned's wearing. Let's follow this trail! Ah, the Eikthyrnir Dragon! If it's here, we must be nearing the Great Tree -- and, hopefully, Ned! The Great Tree! There it is, in the distance! Oh, Ned would be so excited to see it... Hey, I see them! I see Ned and Gunhilda, riiight past all of these restless dragons! I guess it's time for a daring rescue! Whee! I thought the Vikings would be happy to see their mom... But they all look nervous! Families are complicated, Arya... Ned, my boy! We're so glad you're okay! Not that we ever worried; Arya and I both believed in you. Y-you didn't even worry a little bit...? Whew! Dad, Arya... It's so great to see you again! Wait until I show you this tablet that Gunhilda and I put together! And um, maybe let the others fight these dragons. Did you say you and Gunhilda -- THE Gunhilda -- actually worked together? I'm stunned... and VERY impressed! What took you so long, useless children? I had to mother this other poor whelp in your absence. Stop hugging me so hard, Melvin! I found mother! I'm the one that saw her first. Someone write that down! Ned and Gunhilda assembled a tablet that foretells an ancient prophecy? You'll have to show me after this battle, son. Your mind works in beautiful ways, my boy! The prophecy's written in an ancient language I've been studying, dad. The studying's been a lot like battling dragons! Just with... more books. Listen, everyone. The prophecy reads: "Champion's Island will rise from the ocean when a great cataclysm is set in motion..." "... The Divines and their flock will arrive here to nest, and gather strong Trainers to put to the test." And speaking of test... here come TONS of dragons! Ack! Champions Island, you say? The dragons must be gathering the strongest hearts, minds, and bodies in the land. That must be why we found YOU, Trainer! So the dragons ARE testing us! I knew they had a good reason for all their silliness! The only thing is... What exactly are they testing us for? Arya, do you know what "cataclysm" means...? *sigh* I have an idea about this "cataclysm," everyone. I knew it was coming, but I thought we'd have more time... I believe that the Tyrants are returning -- sooner than we'd hoped, and STRONGER than ever! Hmm. If the Tyrants are returning at full power, we Vikings might be in danger, too... Well, useless children, we'd best get prepared! Show me your strength! Amazing! A lasting truce between Trainers and Vikings?! I never thought I'd see it in my lifetime! *grumble* Don't hold your breath, Hogwin... The enemy of my enemy is my TEMPORARY ally. The dragons are testing our strength, but Ned, I believe they also targeted you for your smarts! And ME for my POWER, obviously! En garde, dragon! Jeez, dad, do you really think so...? I don't know how to feel... Maybe good? You SHOULD feel good, my boy -- good and smart! You might not be a Dragon Master, but... you're a researcher, a historian! That's something to be proud of. Ugh, enough with the chitchat! Let's keep battling until I'm strong enough to beat Arya ten times over! You're on, Eliza! You've gotten tougher, Eliza, but when are you going to find a good husband? *grumble* Not now, mother... Look! The Great Tree is right in front of us. We're almost at the top of the island... It's been fun, hasn't it? Now c'mon -- one last battle before the end! You know, even though I'm literally shaking in my boots, I almost don't want today to end! ... Haha, who am I kidding -- I WANNA GO HOME! Champion's Island, huh? Once we defeat the Nidhogg Dragon, we'll be champions of this island! What do you say, Trainer? Let's give it our all! We did it, everyone! But if the Tyrants really are returning, we'd better take the dragons' advice and stick around to train some more! If we keep training with these super-powerful dragons, there's nothing we can't do together!

Champion's Island - Side Quest Story: Campaign Map Dialogues (edit)

Arya? D-Dad? Argh! I'm separated from everyone, LOST in a strange place, and surrounded by powerful Divine Dragons! HEEEELLLLP! Pull it together, Ned. I just need to breathe, and shake, and breathe... At least things can't get worse-- Wait. Is that Gunhilda?! Ugh, is that Hogwin's spawn? PLEASE refrain from whining. I thought I'd at least enjoy some peace and dragon-fighting here. Okay, weakling, I guess you helped out a little. Maybe if Hogwin did a better job raising you, he'd have a tough kid who could PROPERLY protect us! What did you say about my dad? Oh, like YOU'RE parent of the year! You're lucky these dragons are coming toward us, otherwise I'd-- Eek! You'd better find some books to hide behind, boy! YOU'RE lucky I'm so mighty! Ugh, I wish we could find Dad and Arya. Maybe one of these dragons will show us where they are! N-nice dragon... Holy moly! These dragons are tough. Like, REALLY tough -- tougher than anything Arya and I have faced! *sigh* Arya... Ahh, this reminds me of raising my kids. I used to tuck them in at night and whisper, "TOUGHEN UP!" Now let's fight! These mythical dragons must have some deeper purpose, and no childhood trauma! If only I could find a library to hide in-- I mean study in! You're gonna need to stiffen that wobbly upper lip unless you want to be stuck here forever, kid! Now, let's deal with these dragons! Hmph. Fortunately, I can think on my feet! You're lucky you got stuck up here with me, bookworm! Oh! ... No. I thought I saw Arya up ahead, but it was just a particularly lovely flower. Gosh, what if she's in trouble? I must fight on! Ugh, you've got pep, but you're going to make me gag with all that lovey dovey-- Oof! What's this? I've tripped on... something? Gunhilda, are you okay? You took quite a spill tripping on this... strange and mysterious stone! Let's investigate after this battle! It looks like you stumbled on a clue -- literally! This stone has a bit of ancient writing on it, but it's broken. I can't make it out... I wonder if there are more clues... up ahead in the even scarier part of this island... Your stone seems to have the dragons even more riled up! Maybe we should throw it away. I can't believe I'm saying this, but no. We should keep the stone if we want to get ourselves out of here in one piece. We've got to... *shudder* ... keep going. Ah! I recognize the writing on the stone! It's an ancient language I've been studying! If only I could remember the ancient word for "ESCAPE"... Look! It's another stone. They must be part of a bigger tablet. I bet if we find all of the parts, we'll know what these dragons want! Tablet-schmablet! It looks like a throwing stone to me! Let me use it to handle these dragons! Hm. The tablet does seem to have their attention. Fine. I'll help you gather tablet pieces. Just in case you might be right... Greetings, dragons! Um. I'm just looking for some stones. No need to even notice me... It must be hard for you to think while shaking so much! You better translate that tablet fast, boy! My research on these dragons tells me that we just need to be very respectf-- Ah! Why are you running at them?! Gunhilda! Gunhilda, I realize how tough you are... but we need to try to work together. These dragons can sense discord. And they don't like it! Dragons respect toughness. That's what I was taught. And that's what I think. Oh! Another piece of your tablet-thingy. Behind that dragon! You're lucky, puny boy. I'm both battle-hardened AND good at spotting bits of treasure! Hm, you're actually being helpful, Gunhilda. AND mean. No wonder your kids are so... um... Look! More dragons! Ha! Finding pieces of tablet under dragons reminds me of a Viking game: Find the pickled herring under grandma. Look! There's another piece up ahead. I still can't figure out what the tablet says. We need more pieces, and I guess that means... *gulp* ... climbing higher. Ladies first! Mountain air is good for the lungs. Now stop whimpering and let's get going! I'm starting to figure it out. This tablet seems to be referencing a prophecy. I'm sure glad I don't believe in curses... Were you hiding behind me for that whole battle, boy? You better work out that tablet puzzle quickly! The Divine Dragons like order, and so do I! Gunhilda and I working together is probably making them stressed. (I know I am...) Where did you find that piece of tablet, Gunhilda? On second thought, I don't want to know. You talk too much! Do more ancient puzzling. I'm going to use my ancient lady wiles on these dragons. I hope I solve this quickly. The closer I get, the tougher these Divines are getting! Maybe this tablet will reveal a prophecy about how to harness the Divine Dragons' power! Make sure you check for the phrase "rule the world," boy. *sigh* Just when I think we might see eye to eye, you get greedy. Let's stay focused! We need to go higher! Uh, Gunhilda, m-maybe you can go ahead and check things out and I'll just keep translating... Hey kid, when you hid behind that tablet, it seemed to have calmed the dragons. I think they like it. Keep going! W-whoa. I never thought I'd be nearing the summit... I bet it's a great view. If I could just open my eyes, I'd see-- DRAGON! ACK! You have an interesting fighting technique, boy. Do you call that the "duck and cringe"? Oho! I see the last piece of the tablet. It's over there behind those super-tough dragons! Hooray! Gunhilda, you did it! You found the last piece! And-- Ow! Why did you push me?! Sometimes it's good to get a push. I pushed all of my children. I think I read that in a book! Now come! Help me with these dragons! See, boy? I pushed you all around just now and you never fell down. I'm helping! I think you're supposed to push YOURSELF, Gunhilda. And I'm glad to hear that you HAVE read a book. (No matter how poorly written...) So tell me! Is the prophecy a treasure map? A taming manual? I'm on the edge of my throne, here! Hey, I can read the tablet now! It says... "Champion's Island will rise from the ocean when a great cataclysm is set in motion..." "... The Divines and their flock will arrive here to nest, and gather strong Trainers to put to the test." Wait. What?! Hey, dragons, what does this mean?! Fascinating... and foreboding. But I make and break "great cataclysms" on a daily basis! Also, no treasure? Try to read the prophecy one more time. Just in case it mentions treasure. I never thought I would say this, but... I couldn't have solved this mystery without your help, Gunhilda. Now let's take on this dragon! You're right, boy! I WAS very helpful to you! And all of your dragon knowledge made me even more helpful... Now that you've solved your word puzzle, why are the dragons still restless? This one can't WAIT to have a tussle. I think they want us to get along... because they know that something even BIGGER than our fight is about to happen. Oh, my nerves... After we find your friends, I bet you'll miss me. If you want, I can find you and give you more advice. Like, "LOOK OUT! MORE DRAGONS!" Well, I for one appreciate your help, Gunhilda... And I'm sure you appreciated mine. Right? Right?! These majestic dragons knew we needed to work together to appreciate both of our strengths! Life is all about balance! I don't usually like giving compliments to people, so I'll just say this: Goodbye!

Events

Origin of Metals: Dragon Board (20/03/02) (edit)

Well, we're back. Back, or wherever THIS is! I thought Chronos would send me and Otto back to the past to unravel more mysteries, but... Now I'm stuck in this wasteland, with ELIZA of all people! What in Dragolandia could Chronos be thinking? Hm. Probably something along the lines of "that very talented Viking warrior ALSO touched the ridiculous wall paintings that let her hear dragon thoughts"! At least I can use my new abilities to become more powerful...unlike a certain spineless Trainer I know! Now, let's try to get out of here in one piece. (Hullo humans--) AAHHHH! I CAN HEAR IT IN MY HEAD! Don't mind her-- Wait, dragons aren't calling us "Scaleless" anymore? (Oh, some of us do, but we're not s'posed to anymore now that Grolim's in charge. He says it's disrespectful.) (Anyway, haven't you two got any treats for me? I've been working in the mines all day, and if I can't have a treat, at least gimme a battle!) H-Hold on - who's Grolim? Ahem! Let me try this whole 'psychic communication' thing again... Hello, dragon, as you can see, I understand you perfectly, and-- (!#%^&((%%$#^) Huh--!? Did I do it wrong? I can barely tell what it's saying at all... Its thoughts are as jumbled as oatmeal on a stormy sea! I don't like this at all - this place, these dragons, OR that weird metaphor! O-Otto...is that you? What are you doing with that dragon? Otto? I know no Otto. I am GROLIM, leader of the industrial capital of the world: Tyrantlandia! ...WHAT!? I do not detect a satisfactory level of simpering and groveling. I fear I'll have to sic one of my synthetic dragons on you! What HAVE you gotten us into, Ned? So, somehow, Chronos has sent you and me to a place that doesn't exist, ruled by a crazed Tyrant that looks exactly like your dungeon-crafting friend... Ugh... I wish Otto were really here. He always knows the right thing to say, or the best time for an awkward silence... (Children! Are you unhurt? I was commanding the wind to move the smog clouds away when I saw your conflict with Grolim.) Commanding the wind? Hm! I was wondering whether the air had gotten clearer, or if I was simply relieved Ned was interrupted by a dragon god. (It is difficult making sure we can all breathe...but it's a talent of mine, so I must do it. Would you kindly allow me to blow off steam with a battle?) (You. I know you. You were a friend of my parent - Molim.) "Were"? "Friend"? "Parent"? ... You mean the Ancient Dragon of Fire and Shadow? THAT Molim? (Oyar's flame! You're a nervous one. Yes, of course. And you are Ned of the Future...with a companion in tow.) "Companion" is pushing it. So is "in tow". (I have no time nor pity for human nonsense, but I owe you my parents' gratitude, so before we battle I will say one thing: "Seek Carnelia".) That's two things! Who is this "Molim" you mentioned, and "Carnelia"? And why did that dragon call you "Ned of the Future"? More importantly, when can I go home?! It's, uh...a lot to explain. Basically, I think we might be in the past, again, and chatting with the descendants of dragon gods that I met last time. But as for Carnelia...I'm just as lost as you are! (Move along, humans! I've got to clean up all the toxic tar Ashkelon leaks, or I'll never hear the end of it from Grolim.) This Grolim fellow has his own personal dragon cleaning crew?! Intriguing... (I say it's a bother! Every day there's more slime and sludge from Grolim's mines and factories... It's enough to make me want a battle!) You two! Have you seen that bothersome brute Ashkelon around? I have reason to believe it's been collaborating with Carnelia Carnage... Well, we just-- N-Nope! Who the heck is ash-canyon? We're, uh, just a couple of mindless tourists! (Sorry, Eliza, but I don't trust this guy...) Well, no matter. I've bred this weaponized dragon specifically to target Vikings, so it will lead me to her in no time! Now, allow me to test it on YOU. (Wait - Carnelia is a VIKING?!) A Tyrant at war with a Viking, and all in the distant past... Ugh. A past like this doesn't give me much hope for the future. I just hope everything back home is still intact... (Battle me! Battle meeeee!) O-Okay?! (I used to be a Potion Dragon 'til I splashed around in that toxic lake - now I look AMAZING, and I can't wait to try my new powers!) Dad's gonna have a field day with this one... I can accept time travel, toxic mutants, et cetera... But what is a LOKI DRAGON doing here!? (I seek your attention, child! And I offer this bit of advice: despite what anyone may say, trust Carnelia, even in the future.) (Or not! You are, after all, masters of your own fate. Or perhaps I am your master! Who knows? The march of time is baffling, and you've made it more so.) (I think you two deserve a bit of punishment for your chronological shenanigans. Just a bit!) But, i-it's not our fault, it was Chronos who sent us here! Ugh, never mind, I am NOT arguing with a Divine Dragon. MOTHER?! What are you doing here?! If this is about the blind date I stood up-- Odin bless ye, poor lost duckling - I ain't yer mother! Though If I DID have a daughter like ye, perhaps it'd make my work a little easier! Now scoot! I'm tryin' ta make this wee dragon tell its boss to let me invade Tyrantlandia. If I were in charge, there'd be big changes! (Loud ancient human, I am merely implying that my Lord Koth'ez might not approve of an "invasion"... ) Why shouldn't Koth'ez approve? It's a dragon, for sea's sakes! Ach - you two wide-eyed whelps are distracting me! Leave me be! We should find Carnelia again, and soon. I have a good feeling about her... You're just saying that because of your mommy issues... But I guess two big, scary-looking dragons did ALSO tell us the same thing. Oh, YOU'RE one to talk, little mister daddy issues--WHOA!! (sigh) Look, I know it's bad, you don't have to yell... No, you fool - look! There's an angry dragon on our tail! (Target locked. Preparing to initiate Grolim's orders: exterminate!) Hmph! I suppose he's sending his dragon goons to attack us directly now. No more beating around the radioactive bush... Buck up, Neddie - it's time to fight! Or do you ALWAYS wear that expression around dragons? It's not that, it's just-- It feels weird that someone who looks just like Otto is doing all this awful stuff. I think your quiet friend might be hiding something from you. Trust me, I have a lot of experience on the subject. Don't get too close, Eliza - that Toxic Dragon is potent! (Is that any way to treat a creature who has simply come to check on your wellbeing?) Yeah, Ned, jeez. And don't patronize me! Also...what? (I come on behalf of Ashkelon to test your mettle. Ashkelon believes you are worthy of saving dragon-kind, but wants to make sure your hearts are true.) Ahoy, you two! I see you've been busy dealing with Grolim's nonsense, eh? And pretty lamely at that! Hey...! We've been doing just fine! Is that an Elkhound Dragon? I thought they only lived far to the north, up by Vikolandia... Little missy's a brainy one! Truth be told, the Vikings've just been blessed by a new tribe o' dragons callin' themselves the Northern Divines... With our new power, I plan on overthrowin' the Tyrants and invading this land for the glory of Vikolandia! Care to join us, wee pups? O' course, ye'll have to prove yerselves first! Eehehehehe! I love to be the bearer of bad news, but, Ned, I think we have to join forces with Carnelia. Aside from being a FAR superior mother figure to my own, I believe she's our only ticket to saving this place, and ourselves. I don't know... The Tyrants are really bad, but to side with you guys... I mean, Vikings invaded our homeland, and scared the pants off of me, NUMEROUS times. ((cough cough) Excuse me, could you guys battle with me real quick? The water around here makes my body rust, so it's hard to move and get exercise...) ...In retrospect, I see your point about joining the Vikings and saving this place. Oho, it's you again! I'd stop to gab, but this Geiger Dragon and I're markin' off radioactive bits o' land. Safety first, invasion second! Gunhild-- I mean, Carnelia! We'll join your cause, for Viking and dragon-kind! AND for, um, other people, too! Point is, we want to help you save the world... ANYTHING is better than this. Ehehehe! That's great news, my little hatchlings! You're strong, and methinks you're hiding even stronger secrets! Now, let's have a celebratory battle! There's one thing that worries me (and you KNOW I am not prone to worry)... The Northern Divines disowned my people sometime between now, and the present... It was before my time, but now, maybe, I can fix it. Changing the past to affect the future? I don't know. That's risky... Neddy boy, I believe that's what we've been sent here to do anyway. (Hm? Do you have a message for my Divines? Battle me first and then we'll talk. After all, to Northern Divines and Vikings, strength is everything!) That's enough! I'm sick of you two little mice running around and causing trouble! It's pure lunacy to even THINK of standing up to a Tyrant! The Viking uprising is meaningless! Tyrants will forever rule over people and dragon-kind! Even the Ancient Fire Dragons turned tail and fled... And my pathetic ancestor Delith was powerless when his precious Oyar left! NOBODY can dethrone me! Oh...Chronos above, I was the one who made this happen! I convinced the Ancient Fire Dragons to come to the present...and Grolim rose to power! I don't know how to fix my mistakes...or if they were even mistakes in the first place...but I can start by beating you, you jerk! Heh. Let's defeat this blowhard and pave the way for the rise of the Vikings! (Ned of the Future, and Eliza the Viking, I have been hearing tales of your exploits... I am Koth'ez, the lord of metal.) (My parent, Ik'ez, raised me to value humans and dragons as equals, but it's clear that Grolim has taken advantage of my beliefs, and of the land itself.) (Please, battle me so I may know you are worthy. If you defeat me, I will do anything I can to help, with dragon-kind by my side.) W-Well, uh...thank you, Koth'ez. We'll need all the help we can get if we want to stop Grolim's influence from messing up the future. (Excuse me, are you Ned? If you are, I want to thank you: the book of knowledge you gave my ancestor Yamad has taught me much.) O-Oh! Um, you're welcome...it was just an old history book I had sitting around. (It gave me knowledge of the future. I am just one dragon, but, because we understand each other, I can share my knowledge...and help save our world.) (I will teach Carnelia, and I will accompany you to the future with my family. Whatever happens, I must protect this land's precious life...) I've got to hand it to you, Ned...you've been remarkably composed for someone dealing with a world-altering prophecy. (Nobody can resist destiny. Also, nobody can resist a battle. How about one, before we get to work?)

Time Rift IV: A Chilly Redemption (20/05/22) (edit)

You've got to LISTEN to me, mother! When Chronos sent me to this land's past, I saw firsthand what our future could be! What nonsense are you spouting, girl? Your rambling sounds like a desperate ploy to get out of the VERY respectable blind date I set for you! RRRGH! MOM, we MUST regain our favor with the Northern Divines in order to stand a chance against the Tyrants when they return! Feh! Beg to beasts when we could be doubling our conquering efforts? What a colossal waste of-- (Come with me, you petty, squabbling humans! There is precious little time to explain.) Un-claw us, you stinky beast! Where in the seven seas have you taken me and my useless daughter?! *SIGH* Mother, this is Midgarden, where the Northern Divines live. Though it looks STRIKINGLY different since I saw it last. Everything is all jumbled up. What's happened here, Thor Dragon? Eh? You're talking to that dragon as though you understand it! Finally lost your marbles, have you? (Your parent is as annoying as a hungry dragonfly, Eliza. Come, follow me -- you will understand in due time.) (You shouldn't have come here, but I'm happy you did. Now we get to have some fun before Midgarden disappears from this world!) Midgarden will disappear?! Hmph! You're not the Loki Dragon I remember if you think that'll happen! (That's right -- it's different from the Loki Dragon we know. As annoying as our Loki is, this one is even worse...!) (A rousing battle! You may have beat me this time, but you won't stop the rest of the Chronosian Divines!) (We'll lift the Great Tree and all of Midgarden up into the heavens. It's all a little grave for me, but your Earth has become too troublesome.) (It's for the best, you see! We know of the destruction the Tyrants will cause. We must ensure our safety...) So it's true, then! What I learned in the past is true! The Tyrants will return with more power than ever before! Do you believe me now, Mother? We must convince ALL the Northern Divines to stay and unite against the Tyrants... Or they'll turn our world into a nightmare! I'm talking FAR worse than the mandatory traditional Viking dance lessons you wanted to impose! For all I know, you could be playing one of your little pretend games -- remember how you used to do that? Your best friend was a pebble named Peebo. MOM! Can we PLEASE just listen to the god dragons?! Ugh. I'd recognize this stench anywhere -- we're in Hel's Swamp. If one can call this maze of disintegrating wetlands a swamp... What, suddenly you're a dragon swamp expert? A tip from your mother: Don't lead with that on your blind date. Mother, did you conveniently forget that one time I nearly won a tournament right here in Midgarden? "NEARLY," my dear, is the key word! Be careful, mother -- the Hel Dragon will take your soul if you keep loudly and incessently nagging! Don't you lecture me on my own patron Divines, whelp! I know very well what the Hel Dragon is -- it punishes unruly little girls like you! (...) (Now that I have seen your strength, Vikings, my mind is somewhat soothed.) (The Chronosian Divines are more powerful than any soul I have ever encountered. I understand their actions, but we cannot let them win.) (Perhaps my kin were too quick to denounce your people... Perhaps what the world needs, once more, is a wily Viking savior.) Are we done here, Eliza? The stench is worse than your brother Olaf's sock drawer. We're on to something, I know it. The Thor Dragon and Hel Dragon are already on our side -- we can convince the rest to join us! I still say this is a fool's errand. Bargaining with dragons is a waste! They're swayed by treats, a good head thwomp, and little else! I've learned that dragons are far smarter than you may give them credit for, Mother... If only you could actually listen. Hmph... Well, lead on if you're so smart. Ah! Look, over there! What? More trouble? No, no, it's a longhouse there in that tree. And lookout towers! Just like the village I grew up in as a girl... I remember running up and down those towers, staring at the sea, and dreaming of the places I'd explore. I suppose I've reached the final frontier... ... I'm sure that little girl you used to be would be proud of you, Mom. (We've come across a very old type of dragon. These cousins of mine originated in the ancient past, when your human Tyrants first seized power.) Could it have come through a time portal? (Perhaps. Maybe it arrived the same way the Chronosian Divines did. Either way, it must hold valuable information. Let's battle it!) Hmph! Couldn't have said it better myself! Look at this -- the Rune Tech Dragon's got circuitry on its underbelly... (Hehehe! Stop! That tickles!) I know of a certain tech expert who can examine this when we're back on Earth. I'll get Ned to call on Otto... IF he can be trusted! You know... I know what? You've become fairly capable, Eliza. I'll admit, I'm impressed by your abilities. You're... ALMOST as strong as I was at your age. Err... Thanks, Mother. I think. Ahh, feel that unbearable heat? All this magma reminds me of your poor late father. Why on earth is that? When the old codger tried to tell me I wasn't seaworthy, I pushed him right in to--!!! Er, I mean... he was hot? I'm going to pretend I never heard any of this. Heimdall Dragon! Forgive our past transgressions and join our fight against tyranny! (... Well-spoken as that was, human, Heimdall cannot hear you. It's far too focused on listening across dimensions for more signs of danger.) (It is a mighty task my cousin has undertaken... but we might be able to snap it out of it with a rousing battle!) (Urgh... my head... I thank you for bringing me back to our present reality. I hate to say it, but I am truly overtaxed...) (I feel I can no longer adequately protect Midgarden. But... despite everything, I do feel I can trust you Vikings to do the right thing...) (Am I correct? Can I put my trust in you, our allies of yore? If so, I will lend you my remaining power.) For the first time in history, I vow that you can trust us! How are you faring, Mother? We're nearing the top of the Great Tree, and the going will only get more difficult... Don't pity me, child! I'll get this over with and return to my Dragolandia-reconquering efforts in no time! *sigh* I wish I could make you understand -- we need to stand TOGETHER with the Dragolandians, insufferable as they are!!! I know that "listening" is your one weak point, Mother, but you'll need to do it if we want these powerful dragons on our side! Now THIS is interesting. It seems the laws of gravity don't even apply up here! I'm starting to appreciate the power of these Chronosian Divines... To do THIS to the Great Tree is... well, I didn't think it possible. And I think of everything! NOW do you see how serious this is?! I swear, Mother-- Hush! Do you hear that...? A faint, sad roaring on the wind... Let's find out what it is, and beat it up! O-Odin Dragon! I... *gulp* I allied with you once in the past! You recognized my power! I-If you remember anything at all, I-- (Speak with confidence, human!!! Be like a dragon, and show no fear! Our foe is strong, but we are tenacious!) Speak up, child! You are a Viking, and fearlessness is in your blood! This dragon is strong, but we're stronger! Eh? Why is the Thor Dragon looking at me like that? (Chronosian Odin -- if you ARE Odin -- was that you making that mournful cry? Why? Aren't you getting exactly what you want?) (My whole life has been a glorious search for knowledge... but I've been altered. Every bit of knowledge has been programmed into my brain by Tyrants.) (I can wonder and ponder no longer. I am cursed with knowing all, cursed to be a knowledge base for the Tyrants.) Wh-What did you say? The TYRANTS did this to you?! Just what are they capable of?! (Human child, I can only offer you what I have in my database: Chronosian Divines like me are simply the Divines you already know, but changed forever.) (In the future I am from, the Tyrants captured us and altered us with their technology. They sent us through time rifts to create havoc.) (It shames me to admit: We are afraid of the Tyrants. This is why we wish to retreat with our homeland far into the heavens...) Odin Dragon, if you join us, I promise you we can crush the Tyrants and undo all this damage-- (My database doesn't support this claim. But I am not the one you must convince. Go, further up the Great Tree...) This is the seat of the Odin Dragon, if I remember right. But who could be here now? Whoever they are, they'll HAVE to listen to me... ... Mother? It's PAINFULLY strange for you of all people to be at a loss for words. I'm just thinking; perhaps I'll cancel your blind date... (Grrrrgh! Leave me be, you fools! You must let me concentrate--) Chronosian Frigg Dragon, I know that you can see the fate of all things! Please, listen to me and your old comrades-- (I said LEAVE ME BE!!!) (... I've been wracking my brain in the private solace of the Great Tree... trying to find any fate... in any timeline or dimension... where the Tyrants lose.) (I think -- maybe, just MAYBE -- I have found that single fate right here.) (I thank you for defeating me. I hope you don't prove me wrong, humans -- my whole family is at stake.) Er. Mine, too... (Humans -- we have put a stop to our escape efforts. You've convinced us. We will stay, ally with you and our past selves, and fight the Tyrants.) (As of this moment, the ancient bond between the Northern Divines and the Vikings has been re-established!) *SIGH* Oh, thank CHRONOS! For a moment there I didn't think it would work out! Now we can-- Huh? Mom? Are you... crying? *sniffle* Don't look at me! I got a glob of dragon spit in my eye is all! You've turned out very different from me, Eliza. Maybe that difference will change the world... or at least land you a better date.

Holiday Reunion (20/12/21): (edit)

Ha HA! Welcome, welcome, my family! I'm so glad you could all be here to share this year's Frost Festival joy with me! Huh? You told me and Melvin that Mom was calling a meeting to discuss our yearly allowance... And you told ME you were going to teach me how to exponentially increase my bicep size. And why is HEINRICH here, Dunky?! Well, Duncan told me he'd meet me here for a LMAB convention. You know, Lonely Men and Boys-- And I was told we were FINALLY going to plan our second conquest, but I suppose I can never count on my useless children for anything! Now, now. We're all BASICALLY family. And it's natural for family to be together during the Frost Festival. We're all gonna get along, OR DIE TRYING. Here we are: Twinkle Island. Site of Frostytoes Peak, and the Summit Star waiting above! Now we make the traditional Dragolandian pilgrimage to the mountaintop... ...where we'll make a wish, together, as a family! Everybody BETTER make a good one! Here, Mother, do you need help getting out of the boat? I don't need any help from anybody, whelp. Out of my way -- I'll leap out of this boat quicker than you can say "mommy"! Well, this is going smoothly already. STAND BACK, MOTHER! I'll vanquish this terrible beast and clear the way for you! Oh, come off it, you big baby. Can't you see this Sweater Dragon is just a hatchling? Perhaps Melvin has a point, though -- this particular youngster looks like it's got plenty of spunk! Why don't we entertain it? What a battle! I dedicate this song to you, young one: It's called "The Tiny Terror of Twinkle Island," and it goes like this--! Hold on, there's something wrong with this hatchling! I think it's lost its parent... L-lost? You mean like...?! No! Its parent is still alive! In fact, it's somewhere on this mountain; I'm sure of it. Do NOT tell me the most feared Viking family in the seven seas is about to do a good deed! The Sweater Dragon has led us forward. And good thing, too. I have NO idea where I'm going, but at least I trust my heart! *sigh* I'm surrounded by fools. But, Eliza, how did you know the Sweater Dragon was searching for its parent? That's a story for another dysfunctional family gathering... This is... Gustyvale Village, if I'm not mistaken. It seems it's barely changed over the years. I used to visit family here for the holidays... Really? The thought of you spending time in such a cheery place is almost eerie. It was nothing of the sort! No, wait, "eerie" was the nickname I earned from flirting with all the village maidens! Ah, memories. You hear that, Sweater Dragon? You just do your best to avoid growing up into a person like Heinrich, okay? Behold! A dragon native to this frosty clime -- and it wants to greet us! It wants nothing of the sort, fool! The Avalanche Dragon is trying to get us off of its land! A sign of rocky times ahead, no doubt... Now we continue, unobstructed! That Avalanche Dragon was out of luck-ted! Cripes! Lyric skills like THAT are why you gave up a promising conqueror career? ... Sticks and stones, mother. Goodbye, Gustyvale Village! Perhaps if I declare, before BOTH of my exes, that I'm ready to reform, you'll welcome me back! We NEVER DATED! WHY did you invite him, Dunky? Because ALL ALLIES ARE FAMILY! Even little tagalong dragons, right? We must stick together to get this hatchling to safety! Is this Twinkle Village? It's pretty... All the families look so happy, getting ready for the Frost Festival together... ... ... ... Why so quiet, family? Let's hustle and search for the Sweater Dragon's parent! A Tundra Dragon... They live in tight-knit groups and attack anyone who threatens the peace. Since when do you know oh-so-much about dragons? If only you applied that knowledge to finding a husband! What? Eliza's still single? ARGH! Shut up and help fight off these dragons, or I'm leaving! Y-yeah! We must come together to persevere -- just like the Tundra Dragons! Well, that was taxing. But why do these dragons see us as enemies? Don't they know we're trying to do something good? Perhaps they distrust us because of the whole, um... invasion... thing. Good point. Come on, hurry; the Sweater Dragon is leading us this way! Do you think perhaps the dragons of this island are testing us to see if we are worthy of looking after this hatchling? That was shockingly thoughtful, Mother. Weirder still, I think you might even be correct... Ah, the infamous Cracklecrunch Lake... where it appears the populace has thrown all its unwanted presents... This is RIFE with metaphor! Let me get out my inspiration notebook... You carry one, too? I'm always taking notes for new scent-ual experiences to concoct. You two are supposed to be WARRIORS! What's with the scrapbooks?! Please, Eliza. We're CREATIVE warriors, and there's nothing wrong with that, unless you're a certain overbearing mother! Aww, look! The Sweater Dragon is trying to lick the ice... AHH! Its tongue got stuck... to a Cherry Ice Dragon! FEAR NOT, YOUNG WARRIOR! WE WILL MAKE THIS DRAGON SORRIER! Does it taste like cherry? Actually, does it SMELL like cherry? Either way, this is going in my scent book. The Cherry Ice Dragon let us leave without much trouble. Perhaps my useless children CAN still hold their own in battle... And the Sweater Dragon is safe! It's just a little cold... so thank goodness for that sweater. You're awfully sweet on that little dragon, Melvin. I've only ever seen you like this with Mother. Yes, well... Mother's almost like a dragon herself, isn't she? (Call it wishful thinking, but I think perhaps this family reunion is taking a turn for the better.) (And it's a good thing, too -- because I was going to start throwing them into the lake if they didn't stop bickering!) Hey, you lunkhead of a son, what are you doing whispering to the Sweater Dragon? We've got a mountain to climb and these old bones aren't getting any warmer! (I spoke too soon... but I will NOT GIVE IN!) *grunt* Ugh, do people really come all the way up here for some backwoods holiday superstition? Well, no. Only the bravest do, apparently. In fact, when we were very young, my cousin-- WHAT?! If this arduous hike is not absolutely necessary, I DEMAND you take me to a warm hearth and serve me hot chocolate grog! Come on now, Mother -- are we not the bravest, strongest family who ever conquered the seven seas?! We DESERVE to reach the summit! FINE, fine. We'll carry on. But only if we get to gloat about it to our rivals and enemies. *gasp* Is that a Frost Fairy Dragon?! Legends say it grants holiday wishes! I wish Mother loved me! I wish your mother loved me! UGH! Shut your sniveling traps! We have a more pressing wish -- to conquer all of--! Eh? Aren't we wishing for the baby Sweater Dragon to find its parent? Looks like the Frost Fairy Dragon had to test us before granting our wish-- OH, why didn't I wish to get rid of my body odor?! The dragon is pointing toward the summit! That must be where our young charge's parent awaits us. What a coincidence! I guess we're going to the top, Sweater Dragon. I liked your wish better, anyways... Are you cold, little Sweater Dragon? I suppose if you settle down I can button you into my coat. Huh? But it was my turn to hold the Sweater Dragon! No, it was Eliza's turn. I-it's okay... The hatchling can go where it pleases...! *chuckle* We're almost at the summit, everyone. If we go this way, we'll get there in no time. Whoa... is that the Summit Star way up there? I've never seen anything like it...! Mmm, smell that air! The brisk wind blows away every hint of my B.O.! I could really get used to this! The Sweater Dragon is getting excited... I bet its parent is searching for it somewhere around here. AAAAAAAAAAAH!!! GRRAAAHHH!!! Ugh! Why are you screaming?! And since when did you have perfect pitch?! It's the Sweater Dragon's parent! We've tracked it down at last, but it wants to fight us...! It must think we kidnapped its child. It won't listen to reason until we STOP YELLING and battle it. Do you understand now, Sweater Dragon? My family and I have been escorting your child to safety. What's with this dragon? It's still so persistent! Doesn't it realize we've done the right thing? Or... did we mess up? That's not it... Errm, it seems like both parent and child want to accompany us to the Summit Star... as a family. (I've done it! My greatest conquest yet: my family's hearts!) We made it to the Summit Star! Now, I'd like to treat you all to a power ballad I'll be freestyling about our journey today-- BEFORE you do that, let us wish on the danged thing, Dunky. You made us come all the way up here, after all! Uh, let's not say our wishes out loud though. They'll only come true if we keep them in our hearts! My brother, the poet... But Melvin's right. Let's quietly -- for once -- make those wishes. Very well, everybody QUIETLY wish on 1... 2... 3... (I-I wish that Arya and I could--) Shhh!

Divine Fest - Red & Green: Divine Party Foul (21/05/03) (edit)

What's this? An invitation... to Midgarden? From the Northern Divines, no less! Ha! I knew someone of my stature and power would one day be invited to a gathering of the Divines! Oh... ... They've invited the rest of my family, too... CURSES! Well, here we all are again -- me and my useless children. Do me the favor of NOT embarrassing me in front of the Divines. I'm just here for the mead. AH, what a perfect trip on which to gain inspiration for my second rock opera: Midgarden Gospel, Volume II! Lead us forward, Fjord Dragon! (I TOLD the Divines this was a bad idea...) (Hold on... Before we go any farther, I want to test your intentions, and your battle prowess.) Why'd the Fjord Dragon stop? Go on, I haven't got any treats for you... It wants to battle us. I figured we'd be tested if we showed up! We'll play along. I'd NEVER turn down a battle offer! (Hmm... I don't quite trust you, but I like your battling style! Fine, I'll escort you Vikings to the party!) Party?! Eh? What are you yelling about? WOO! PARTY! Apparently, we'll reach some sort of Northern Divine celebration if we follow the Fjord Dragon forward. And HOW do you know that? Since when did you know everything? ... Because I can understand dragons, Mother. Since a few months ago. HA!!! That's a good one -- at least you're funny, Eliza! Well, let's be off! (Oooh, you're here! How nice it is to see you, Eliza Human, and your ever-entertaining family.) Yes, well, I'm glad you at least get a kick out of them... (Heh. My hatchling, I know all about complicated families. Why, if you mill about the party some more, you'll see what I mean.) (Halt! I demand you party with me, Humans!) (I have not partied in an eternity! And nobody else will battle me!) How odd. For some reason, I feel like I can relate a bit to this dragon. It's jumping around in desperation! You're both try-hards? (GRAHH! I LOST! This party is terrible! I'm going home!) Err... Is this not your home? (Well, technically it is, but I've not been back in a long time, and now my kin treat me awkwardly...) Eliza -- stop talking to yourself. You're scaring your brothers, and any potential suitors, I'm sure. (There you are! Hey... can I hang around with you for the party?) (What are you doing, Freyr? Why not socialize with your kin?) Hey! If the Freyr Dragon wants to party with me, the Freyr Dragon CAN party with me! No fair... All the cool dragons like Eliza... (Oho! The Vikings are here! Trying to get back in our good graces, are you?) We were INVITED here, Thor Dragon! (I see... Well, your kind could always get rowdy with the best of them. Here's to you, then!) Divine Dragons certainly can throw a party! Say, Thor Dragon, do you know how to sing? (Hello, young ones, and welcome to our Divine festival -- we hold this to celebrate each other, and our allies...) (Of course, we've had difficulties in the past -- but nothing soothes wounds like a good battle.) What's this? Some haughty dragon wants to battle us? It would be FANTASTIC if you could treat the Divines with just a bit more respect, Mother. (You battled most admirably! I think perhaps you will have a pleasant time at this party...) (But your fate can change in an instant. It all depends upon your actions. So think carefully.) (By which, I mean, commit no party fouls. Hoho.) Mother, why don't you believe that I can commune with dragons?! Stranger things have happened, haven't they? The strangest thing that could happen is anyone marrying my nutty daughter and getting her off my case! GRRR! Mother...! You...! (Seems like you know a little something about being estranged from your family, Human... Let's leave these fools in the dust and carry on ahead!) It's pretty nice up here. There're all sorts of Northern dragons milling around in the snow, doing little dances... Isn't it pleasant? It's pretty nice being able to hear their words, too. Can you truly hear them? I've never been as passionate as you about these beasts, but it's a mighty amazing power to have. I can! I really can! Hm... Thank you for believing me, Olaf... Look, I'll PROVE I can understand dragons. The Fenrir Dragon is saying: "I want to hit that grumpy old lady in the face with a snowball." (How did you know? Oh, you're that Eliza Human everyone's been buzzing about. Say, you could really--) What a rude thing to say about your superior, Eliza! This dragon CLEARLY just wants a traditional battle! (N-No, I want to throw a snowball at her. And now I REALLY want to, with an extra big snowball!!!) (You battle excellently, even IF your parent is a drag to have at parties!) (And Freyr! What are you doing here? Why are you hiding?) (You should go greet Freyja. She'll be angry if you don't say hello. Most of us have been wondering where you've been.) (I... I will...) I hear what you've been trying to tell Mother, Eliza... I feel like it's too strange to be true, but I've never known you to tell lies. I mean, except when you pretended to be a boy and all... THAT was to avoid being married off! Ugh, I'm getting back to the party. Wait! Um, whatever you do, whichever creatures you want to talk to... I suppose I'm your brother after all, and I believe you. Now THIS is an exciting room. The acoustics are unbelievable! Ahh, listen to the dragons chanting! I wonder what they could be growling about? They're singing about how "nice and warm" the lava is... I've been slacking in my training. I need to work HARDER to understand lyrics as obvious as that! Mother, why are you bowing-- OH! The Odin Dragon... (Hello there, Vikings. I welcome you to our party. I am glad you seem to be behaving yourselves -- especially you, young Gunhilda.) Heh. The Odin Dragon just took a dig at you, Mother. What?! Fight me, you trumped-up lizard! (Hmm... Eliza, you still have much growing to do, but you've already become a fine Human. I think even your family would agree, despite their squabbling.) (In fact, pay them no mind: This is a party! I think even members of my family would do well to remember that...) I think the Odin Dragon is talking about you, Freyr Dragon... (H-Hello, Odin... Good to see you again.) You know, after the whole near-conquest of Dragolandia, I like to think myself something of a dragon expert... But, Eliza, I think I underestimated you... To think you could understand dragons so well... Yeah, well, tell it to Mother. Ahh, you know her, she's probably jealous. Pay it no mind, and let's continue exploring this grand festival! On top of the Great Tree again... I can't believe we've been here more than once. Maybe the Northern Divines really have warmed up to us. Hrrm. And yet they refuse to help us conquer land and sea. (I think your parent has odd ideas about us Divines...) (But I'd rather face your parent than my sibling...! I get the feeling it's around here somewhere...) (H-Hello... sibling...) (FREYR!!! I've been waiting for you up here! You said you'd meet me on the day of our Divine Party, but I've been here all alone...!) (I-I'm sorry, Freyja. It has been so long, I wasn't sure how to--) (I don't want to hear your excuses! I want you and your new little friends to battle me! You owe me at least that much, little sibling!) (WOOOO! It felt great to battle you again, Freyja! I don't know what I was so worried about...!) (You see? We're siblings -- it doesn't matter how long we've been apart, or how we've grown...) (It's our party today, and I want to see my sibling. So let us start making up for lost time!) I'm glad the Freyr Dragon has stopped feeling so awkward... Maybe now we can both enjoy the party. Mother! Stop dancing for a moment! I wish to tell you something! I CAN talk to dragons, and I don't care if you believe me or not! I know the truth, and my brothers SORT of believe me, and that's all that matters! So there! I used to hear tales of people who opened their hearts to dragons, and could hear their thoughts. But... I've been TRYING to tell you, this is no conversation for a PARTY! You've been so serious this whole time -- we need to cut loose, child! Come and dance!

Divine Fest - Marble & Sand: Divine Party - Basement (21/09/06) (edit)

It seems I've got another invitation to a Divine celebration... Ugh. I never know what to wear to these things. Not that I'm complaining. Any chance to have a powerful Divine Dragon for an ally is a chance I'll gladly take! (Did you perhaps mean me? Hello, Eliza -- I've chosen you as my special guest to escort to the Underworld Ruins party!) At last, a party I won't need to worry about my family crashing! And with a faithful old friend at my side-- I'm touched, Eliza my old flame! Did you mean me? Are you serious, you old gear-head? Of course she means her favorite big brother: ME! (... I'm sorry, Eliza. I promise you I did not invite them. Perhaps some of my family members did--? Ah, she's off running.) Oh, thank Chronos -- I think we lost them. I was looking forward to a lavish Divine party... ALONE. (Anubis, is this your special guest? I hear that Ra, Hathor, and Seth have also invited their own select humans.) (Indeed -- and they neglected to tell me beforehand! Isn't that just like them?) (Well, let's see how your human compares in battle prowess!) At least I can look forward to winning battles without their nagging-- (Oh, look! The guests!) THERE you are -- you know we're totally lost in here without our hosts to guide us. And to think, I've been here before-- RUN! (My apologies, Eliza -- I wasn't aware that the rest of our guests would be such a burden on your heart.) Ugh. It's all right. As long as I can stay a step ahead of them, I'll enjoy myself. Is it so much to ask for a little one-on-one with the Divines? (I'll just lead us onward, then...) Ahh, the majesty of the Underworld Ruins! Full of riches and wonders! (Are you thinking of stealing anything? It would be very "Viking" of you, Eliza.) Heh. And would that be a problem for you, Anubis Dragon? (Why should material possessions matter to me? I'm a Divine Dragon!) (Anubis, I sense a delicious discord in our guests. These two in particular... Come on now; let's pit them against each other and see what happens!) Eliza! Isn't it wonderful? The Seth Dragon's taken QUITE a shine to me. And just when I thought I was COMPLETELY unlovable... Ugh, Heinrich... you're almost too pathetic for me to despise -- but I'll enjoy crushing you AND the Seth Dragon in battle anyway! (An incredible battle! This human's mind is so chaotic, it's delightful to behold. Yours too -- Eliza, was it?) You Divines are a weird bunch. You and Heinrich deserve each other... Why thank you! Honestly, Eliza, I'd hoped we could perhaps-- Not interested. Goodbye! I've got a party to enjoy! (That human, Heinrich -- he's a complicated sort. He was indeed a threat to our order once upon a time, but now...) (Somehow, I do not sense any malice in him. Confusion, yes, but that is obvious.) I'm not here to bother with annoyances from my past; I'm here to BATTLE! Let's get going already! (But Eliza, wouldn't you prefer the company of--? Ah, well...) This part of the Underworld Ruins always gave me the creeps... But you guys seem just fine strolling around the chasm of infinite cosmos, or whatever it is. (You should try dipping your toe in! It's nice and cool to the touch.) Err... I'll pass. I hear a peculiar sound in the air that makes me think I'll have to BE on my toes... (Great Ra! I hope you're enjoying this summer's party. I must admit, your choice of guest is... unusual.) Ha HA! There you are, Eliza! I've been waiting for my chance to play my new sound for you! The Ra Dragon REALLY seems to "dig" it, as they say. (Yes, bearded human. We must... rock on. I crave the discordant tempo. The predictable chord progressions. Play the lute. Play it!) I'd much rather simply BATTLE you! (We have lost this battle. But I still have you, O Cacophonous One, to make these halls of death echo with harmony and chaos.) See that? A genuine nuzzle from a genuine Divine Dragon! Mother sure had the wrong idea -- the way to a dragon's soul is MUSIC! (Amazing! Eliza, your brother's unique style seems to soothe Ra. He is at once unpredictable and familiar -- perfect for one who must maintain order!) (This is quite a successful party, isn't it--? Oh, Eliza's wandered off again.) (Old comrade, I can't help but notice you don't seem to be enjoying yourself.) I'm enjoying myself just FINE. I wish I could be left alone to gather my thoughts, or just battle and forget everything else! Everyone's been so annoying lately, distracting me from my training... I'm supposed to become a warrior to surpass even Duncan! I could be the next Dunkelviking! But I won't accomplish anything just playing around and forgiving fools who've mistreated me in the past. So let's go -- I've got strength to prove... You're awfully quiet, Anubis Dragon. Did I upset you? (The purpose of a party is sacred. It is a space of joy and revelry that we orderly Divines don't often get to experience...) ... I'm being a "party pooper," aren't I... (Yes. In a sense. But don't worry; I know just the Divine who can change the atmosphere!) (Oh, Anubis! How wonderful that you've arrived! I've been having a beautiful time with this lively human. We're getting into all sorts of fun!) Eliza! I'm so happy you're here! What a trip it is to be back in the Underworld Ruins together, huh? (Argh! Tyrant spit! Anubis Dragon, this is exactly the person I DIDN'T want to see!!!) What are you whispering about over there? Get that gloomy scowl off your face, Eliza -- let's battle! Ahh, that was great! Y'know, the last time we were here was the first time I ever thought you were cool. I know you're dorkier than you let on now, though! ... Yeah, this was the first place I began to respect you. For your love of battle, of course. (Oh... I sense much love and joy bubbling under the surface of your guest, Anubis. But it's buried deep, and stubbornly ignored...) Aaaand on that note, I'll be taking my leave! Come on, Anubis Dragon! Wait up, Eliza! You don't want to hang out? Enjoy the ruins? The dragons here are really unique! Yes, and I just want to battle them! You'll distract me with all your... running around and... smiling and... grabbing my hand a-and RAMBLING! Hmm... Yep, I think I'll tag along with you. I'm sure the Anubis Dragon has its claws full trying to get you to enjoy yourself. (Thank you, human Arya...) All this gold... If I were just a bit stronger, I could take it, and build an unbeatable fleet... Hey now, that sounds a little like the old Eliza. Tell me: What would you do with that "unbeatable" fleet, huh? Yes, I'M curious too. We already TRIED an unbeatable fleet, remember? But maybe, if outfitted with heat-seeking custard pie cannons... Hey, wait up, you lot! I've somehow managed to gather all the people I didn't want to see -- and THIS is the cherry on top of the whole spoiled sundae: MOTHER?! We've been through this before, whelp. Don't ye recognize a GHOST when ye see one? We're in the UNDERWORLD Ruins, ye know! (My apologies, Anubis -- I've been trying to wrangle this wayward soul, but she's terribly stubborn!) That's not just any old soul; that's Carnelia Carnage: the first Viking to ever conquer Dragolandia in the far distant past...! Please let me battle her! Perhaps 'tis a sign that I meet you again, whelp. Now that I've seen my legacy in good hands, I can go take a load off in the afterlife! W-wait! How can you say that? I feel like I've lost my way! We all have! Our great conquest failed and now-- ... Oh, sister... ... When I first took Dragolandia from the claws o' Tyrants, it was 'cuz the land was in peril. Maybe ye should think on who yer allies an' enemies TRULY are. ... Well? Isn't anybody going to address my little outburst back there? It's almost more embarrassing to see you all sneaking glances behind my back! I, er... I had no idea you felt that way, sister. I'd be lying if I said I didn't experience those same feelings every once in a while. Likewise. I admit I've felt a bit... directionless since your mother took her little break from conquering. Why, I've even begun to model a robot after her-- Okay, that's enough moping! I know we've all had... complications in the past, but this is a PARTY! And we've got fun to catch up on! Let's go, you sullen Vikings! (I see that everyone's spirits have lifted thanks to the blonde-maned one. However, there's still a discordant rhythm between you two.) Yes, well, feelings can be difficult to change. I still don't know what I want to do with myself, or what exactly Carnelia meant by what she said... (While I appreciate your maturity, I think perhaps your biggest weakness, Eliza, is that you OVERthink.) Sheesh! Eliza, save the deep thought until after the party, okay? This room is just BEGGING to be frolicked in. Anubis Dragon? You plan on fighting me? You may be a Divine, and my friend, but I hope you're ready to lose! (I hope to show you, Eliza, that it doesn't matter who wins, nor who loses!) (After observing you, I feel you need to evaluate what matters to you... And I believe we all feel that a good battle can clear the heart and mind!) (You won. And you are stronger for it. Now, what will you do with that strength...?) Hmm... You know, it's been pretty amazing watching you get along with the Anubis Dragon, Eliza. I feel like it's helping you, somehow. It makes me want to learn even more about dragons. And even more about you, too! I think I have an idea of how I'd like to direct my energy. For now... (Oh? Do tell me. After all this time, I'm very curious!) I know who my allies are in this world, and until I figure more out, I think I'd like to grow stronger in their company. Learn from them... Heyyy, why're you looking at me like that, Eliza? I'll only share my cake if you ask REALLY nicely!

Divine Fest - The Ultimate Party: Divine Party - A Farewell (22/08/29) (edit)

(Master Eliza, Warrior Arya - I entrust you to Anubis, your old friend, in hopes it shall help you ensure that our most important Divine Party is a success.) I-I can understand you! Every word! Eliza! Chrono Erlang Shen! I'm so happy I can barely breathe! E-Easy, Arya - we still have our mission to carry out. Not a mission, our date! My first date, and my first day understanding dragon lanuage! I'm gonna--! I just--! (She's passed out…) Ugh… Sorry, Anubis, let me just lug her onto your back, and we'll be on our way. (What a lovely entrance hall. Truly befitting of the Divine of Righteous Partying.) Sounds like an entertaining dragon! I hope we'll get to meet it… (I suspect you shall. We must likewise ensure that this party is a success… And to do that, I hope you two will have a good time.) I've got a good feeling, Anubis… And I hear a joyous racket further in! Is that a Viking folk song? Let's go investigate! WAHAHAHA! Give in now, dragon? I can assure you I've got more tricks up my sleeve! (GRARRR! And give up our grappling match? Never! I haven't had this much fun with a human in years!) Brother! I didn't expect to see YOU here. Are you…wrestling the guests? (I am no mere guest! I am the BEST party guest in all Dragolandia! Now show me what you and your dragons are made of!) HA! I can always count on my dear little sister and Dragon Girl to show up where the action is! What is it this time - world's in trouble? Sick dragon god? Nope - we're on a DATE, Dunky! WHAT?! Come on now, walk me through this while we mingle - I want to hear EVERY detail. (If you humans are friends of this beast known as the Dunkelviking, then you are fully accepted into Ame-no-Uzume's party manor! Go, party at your leisure.) Hmm…I didn't think ANYBODY was worthy to date Eliza, but if it's the girl who managed to take ME down, well…maybe you've got a chance. In fact, she defeated our entire family… Hrm, I wonder what mother will say about this… THAT'S something I'd rather not think on. And we DO have a mission, you know. Yes, a mission to party! Besides, I wanna meet this Ame-no-Uzume Dragon…! What a pleasant surprise! Two lovely ladies in-- Begone, Heinrich. I'm spoken for. Y-You jest! By whom? By ME! Now, if you're not interested in a bombastic battle, then step aside Heinrich - I've got dragons to chat with! Chronos' Claw, it's a Kitsune Dragon! I was always a little wary of their trickery, but now that I can understand them perfectly, I won't get fooled again! (Yip yip! Yip…?) N-No! Something's wrong! I can't understand it--! Arya, can't you see that mischievous grin? It's just toying with you… (Ahh, thank you for a fine battle. I hope you'll forgive me for teasing you - it's always the earnest ones that give me the best reactions!) Huh? Weird, I don't understand a word this creature is saying… (What?! That's not right--) Fooled ya! Thanks for the battle, Kitsune Dragon. I've got a good feeling about this party! It's sort of amazing…not only did you understand that Kitsune Dragon, you also engaged in wordplay with it. When dragons first spoke to me, I freaked out. Well, I had you and Ned to show me what it would be like. Not that you two are great teachers - but I learn best by example anyway! Hmph! Teaching was never on my resume - but I could show you a thing or two about how to steer a Viking longboat! Actually, speaking of Ned, I wonder if he'll make an appearance… Let's see who else is attending this celebration. I hear music! Is that the sound of…dragons singing? The lyrics are odd, aren't they. Ned's been trying to crack the code on dragon poetry and "lyricism", as he puts it. I think it's a waste of time, but… Did I hear you two mention Ned? Have you seen him? Haven't been able to track him down for hours… You mean he's here, Otto? We'll keep an eye out! (Oh, it's so nice to have humans at Ame-no-Uzume's ultimate party. Between your kind and the Divines, there is always something exciting happening.) Now THAT'S some interesting phrasing. What do you mean, Cherry Blossom Dragon? Has there been any trouble? (It appears a young human has brought a rather…depressing vibe, or so I hear. It has caused Ame-no-Uzume to become over-anxious.) (But I find talk so dull - give me a good battle, and I shall tell you more!) (In battle and in conversation, you two are fine humans. Your reputation precedes you! Now, as promised…) (I believe it was a boy human. I heard him conversing with the boisterous Viking, and then he skulked away…) Oh, no! It's got to be Ned! Which way did he go? (I know only that he went upstairs… Best of luck!) Found it! Here's the staircase to the upper levels. If we're gonna save this party like the Chrono Erlang Shen Dragon said, we need to find Ned! Wait, I see him! Oh…no, it's just another scrawny guy with horns on his helmet… Hi, Olaf. Eliza! I'm…er…I don't really know how to handle things like this. But I'm glad your date isn't some brutish lug handpicked by mother. I'll have you know Arya is still a brutish lug! But I appreciate it, Olaf… Kya-CHOO! Urgh…we don't have blossoms like this up north… Hrrm? I'd know that sneeze anywhere! Is my useless daughter skulking about this party? Oh no. Arya, Anubis, run! Right behind you! Just keep a look out for Ned while you flee! Stop right there! You think you can get away with not saying hello to your own mother? And what are you doing with that meddlesome Trainer? If you MUST know, mother…we're on a DATE. WHAT?! You're just doing this to annoy me, aren't you… Well, luckily this Sumo Dragon is as stubborn as I am, and if I can defeat you two, you're going on a date of MY choosing, like it or not! Ugh…ungrateful child… I suppose I never could control you, no matter how hard I tried. Fine. Date your little Dragon Girl. At least she's formidable enough to handle the rest of your family… Thanks, mom… That went better than expected! And by the way, Ms. Gunhilda…now I can talk to dragons, too! No sign of Ned here, either - I suppose we'll keep climbing. It's strange, I'm usually annoyed at parties, but despite everything, I feel…good? Hey, Eliza! Dragon Girl! I'm soooo disappointed in you! …Just kidding. I'm actually really happy for you guys, I was just worried mother might've been listening. Oh, and if you're looking for Ned, I think I saw him go upstairs… Some really strong looking dragon was chasing him! Hello, you two! I've been hearing all sorts of whisperings about your triumphs. Is it really true, Arya? If you're asking about my new power, and my date with Eliza, then…yes! Both true! My goodness, it's enough to bring an old man to tears! To think my young protégé has come so far… Ah, but before I get too misty, I'm afraid there's a bit of trouble. Ned's wandered off under mysterious circumstances…won't you help me find him? Ack! Look out! A shuriken almost took your nose right off, Eliza! (…My mistake. You're humans, but not the human I'm looking for…) (One of you is spreading bad energy. Fouling the sanctity of Ame-no-Uzume's sacred party. I must find this human, and eliminate it.) I've got a bad feeling this Shinobi Dragon is talking about Ned… We'd better distract it before it carries out its mission! (No…I've failed my mission! I'm worthless!) N-No you're not! Listen, could you point us in the direction of Ame-no-Uzume and your, um…target? It's very important. I think me and my friend could help save your party. We're pretty good at it, actually. (If you were strong enough to beat me, then… Fine. Seek the roof garden. I will notify Ame-no-Uzume of your impending arrival…) Hey, Arya…do you think Nedders could be upset because of, well…us? Why? He should be happy, right? He's our friend! *Sigh*…You understand the feelings of dragons so well, but your own species is a huge blind spot. Well, as long as we find him, we can smooth everything out. I'll even pick him up some h'ors d'oeuvres to sweeten the deal! (How strange. The energy up in these gardens should be carefree, but instead, I feel an oppressive atmosphere.) (We must clear the air to save the party! The future of all Divine Dragons depends upon it!) I do wish the future god would stop being so cryptic… It's right though, things definitely feel "off" up here. Don't worry, Ned, we're coming! I-I keep telling you, Ame-no-Uzume, it's not that big a deal! So my friends don't care about me! So what?! (Nonsense, my dear little human! I forbid bleak thoughts at my celebration! All must spread cheer, or the party shall continue indefinitely until they do!) (It's exactly as I feared…the "eternal party" is becoming a reality!) (Ahh, are these two humans the ones who are causing you such distress, Ned Human? Then let us toss them from the premises - and all will be well!) Stop, Ame-no-Uzume! It's okay. I'll just go. I can't believe I had to hear about you two from "Dunky" of all people… I must be worth nothing to either of you! Ned… I get how you must feel-- Argh! No! That's not what I mean! I just-- I love you guys. You're my best friends…I wish you had just told me… I'm so sorry! Eliza's right…I'm not great at human feelings. But it would mean a lot if you hung out with us for the rest of the party…even if it lasts forever! (Thank you, all… The party is a success. I can return safely to the future, and Divine Dragons near and far can at last begin their long hibernation.) (Ah, a post-party snooze will return our full power after years of activity. I will miss you, my human friends…but I'm sure we'll meet again someday.) Thank you, Anubis Dragon…you've helped me understand dragons a little better. We'll see you soon. I can't believe we got to be part of such a wild party! But now that I can talk to my dragon friends, it seems like I've got a lot to say to my human friends…! (Before that, let's have one last dance! Everyone, flap your wings, snap your jaws, clack your claws, and move your feet! Before the curtain closes, we rejoice!)

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See Also

• Characters, for the complete list of game characters and character descriptions.
• Gunhilda (disambiguation), for other uses of the name "Gunhilda".
• Dialogues, for all in-game dialogues.