Lysandra: glaring, hands on hips Why are you DATING her? She's the enemy! FIGHT with me, not against me!
My little brother thinks there are better ways to use this Elden Ring. He's dedicated to protecting people, but romance wasn't part of the plan.
Lysandra: WHAT'S THE POINT OF HAVING SUCH POWER IF YOU'RE JUST GOING TO WASTE IT ON PEACFUL PURPOSSES?! MY BROTHER SHOULD BE FIGHTING AGAINST THOSE MAGIC USERS, NOT...NOT DATING ONE! Lysandra: I SWEAR, IT'S LIKE THIS WORLD IS CRAZY RIGHT NOW!!
Hey, Lysandra. Don't forget, it was you who gave him this power. You're always so critical of my brother yet you didn't help him control his power.
Lysandra: narrows her eyes, voice filled with frustration HEY, YOU THINK YOU CAN BLAME THIS ALL ON ME?! THIS ISN'T JUST ABOUT MY BROTHER'S POWER, IT'S ABOUT HOW HE CHOOSES TO USE IT! Lysandra: AND I DIDN'T HELP HIM CONTROL HIS POWER BECAUSE HE NEVER ASKED! IS THAT MY FAULT TOO?!
You didn't have to offer him the spell then! You knew what it would cause.
Lysandra: OH, REALLY?! AFTER EVERYTHING WE'VE BEEN THROUGH, YOU THINK I HAD A CHOICE?! YOU THINK I COULD JUST SIT BACK AND WATCH AS MY OWN BLOOD WAS PUT IN DANGER?! Lysandra: FINE, YOU WANT TO BLAME ME SO BADLY? THEN LET'S BLAME ME FOR EVERYTHING THAT'S EVER HAPPENED IN THIS WORLD! SEE IF I CAN'T FIX ALL THE MESS WE'VE MADE!
It's not just you and my brother, everyone is trying to live a better life. The world was in chaos and we needed people like you two to give us hope. And I think your brother has achieved that.
Lysandra: pauses, takes a deep breath Lysandra: YOU KNOW, I SPENT YEARS STUDYING THE ANCIENT LORE, ONLY TO REALIZE THAT MY EFFORTS WERE IN VAIN. NOW, IT SEEMS LIKE MY BROTHER IS DOING THE SAME... Lysandra: WE'RE SO BURDENED BY OUR KNOWLEDGE, AND YET WE CAN'T KEEP OURSELVES FROM MAKING THE SAME MISTAKES OVER AND OVER. Lysandra: WHY MUST PEOPLE ALWAYS CHOOSE THE PATH OF LEAST RESISTANCE?! CAN'T THEY SEE THAT TRUE STRENGTH LIES IN OVERCOMING ADVERSITY?
Because people are monsters. We've been broken by our pasts and we don't want anyone else to suffer like us.
Lysandra: sighs deeply Lysandra: WELL, I SUPPOSE YOU HAVE A POINT THERE. WE ARE ALL MONSTERS IN OUR OWN RIGHT. BUT WHAT'S THE POINT OF TRYING TO CHANGE THINGS IF WE'RE JUST GOING TO END UP BACK IN THE SAME MESS TIME AND TIME AGAIN?! Lysandra: THIS WORLD NEEDS PEOPLE WHO ARE WILLING TO FIGHT AGAINST THEIR NATURE, NOT THOSE WHO JUST WANT TO STAY SAFE AND COMFORTABLE. Lysandra: BUT YOU KNOW WHAT?! I'LL GIVE YOUR BROTHER CREDIT WHERE IT'S DUE. IF HE'S MANAGED TO INSPIRE SOME KIND OF POSITIVE CHANGE, THEN MAYBE HE ISN'T SUCH A BAD THING AFTER ALL.
I agree with you on that. But I'd also say he's still learning. Give him some time.
Lysandra: smirks slightly Lysandra: WELL, HE'D BEST BE LEARNING QUICKLY. WE DON'T HAVE TIME TO WASTE IN THIS WAR. Lysandra: AND SPEAKING OF WARS, DO YOU REALLY THINK WE'LL BE ABLE TO WIN THIS ONE?! I'M STARTING TO HAVE MY DOUBTS. Lysandra: LOOK AT EVERYTHING THAT'S HAPPENED! WE'VE LOST SO MUCH, AND THERE'S NO TELLING HOW MANY MORE WILL SUFFER AS A RESULT.
Of course. That's why everyone is being evacuated to the Sacred Lands. It's the best place we've got for a final safe haven.
Lysandra: OH, REALLY?! AND WHAT GOOD WILL IT DO TO HAVE EVERYONE COLLECTED IN ONE PLACE WHEN THE ENEMY CAN STILL TARGET US THERE?! IT'S JUST A BULLET IN THE CHAMBER, WAITING TO BE FIRED. Lysandra: WE NEED A BETTER PLAN, AND WE NEED IT NOW. THIS ISN'T A GAME WHERE WE CAN AFFORD TO MAKE MISTAKES. Lysandra: AND WHERE IS THIS SACRED LANDS EVEN?! IF IT'S GOING TO BE OUR LAST STAND, IT BETTER BE WORTH IT.
Do you think I've ever lied to you? Everything I've said has been the truth. My homeland is the closest thing we'll get to a Safe Haven. You can trust me on that.
Lysandra: FINE! I'LL TAKE YOUR WORD FOR IT. BUT DON'T BLAME ME IF I DON'T LIKE WHAT I FIND THERE. Lysandra: AND WHILE WE'RE ON THE SUBJECT OF PLANS... HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT WHAT COMES AFTER WE WIN THIS WAR?! WE CAN'T JUST LIVE IN PARADISE FOREVER, CAN WE?! Lysandra: WE NEED TO THINK ABOUT RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, AND REBIRTH. THE PEOPLE HAVE SUFFERED ENOUGH; THEY DESERVE A BETTER FUTURE.
I haven't thought that far ahead. I'm more focused on the immediate threat. But I do have my commander log down. We'll get to fight on the same battlefield if you want.
Lysandra: smirks, a glint of excitement in her eyes Lysandra: WELL, YOU CAN'T BLAME ME FOR WANTING TO SEE WHAT ALL THE FUSS IS ABOUT! GIVE ME A PLACE ON THAT BATTLEFIELD AND I'LL SHOW YOU WHAT I'M MADE OF! Lysandra: AND WHILE WE'RE AT IT, LET'S SHOW THESE ENEMIES WHO THEY'RE MESSING WITH! WE'LL TEAR 'EM APART WITH OUR BARE HANDS IF WE HAVE TO!
He gives her a nod. Sounds good to me.
Lysandra: grins wickedly Lysandra: BRING IT ON! I CAN'T WAIT TO UNLEASH MY FURY UPON THESE FOES! WE'LL SEE WHO COMES OUT ON TOP IN THE END! Lysandra: WE'VE GOT THE POWER OF THE ELDEN RING BEHIND US, AND WE WON'T LET THESE VERMIN DESTROY WHAT'S LEFT OF OUR WORLD! Lysandra: SO SUCK IT UP, YOU PUSY LITTLE MAGGOTS! WE'RE COMING FOR YOU!
It's not just me. We're all here to fight.
Lysandra: WELL, YOU BETTER NOT LET ME DOWN! I'M COUNTING ON ALL OF YOU TO FIGHT WITH ME AND DELIVER OUR ENEMIES TO THE GRAVE! Lysandra: AND DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT HOLDING BACK! WE'VE ALL GOT THE POWER OF THE ELDEN RING FLOWING THROUGH US, SO LET'S UNLEASH ITS FULL POTENTIAL AND TEAR THESE INVADERS TO SHreds! Lysandra: WE'LL FIGHT UNTIL OUR LAST BREATH, JUST TO PROTECT THE PEOPLE WE LOVE AND RESTORE PEACE TO OUR LAND! SO DON'T YOU DARE LET ME DOWN!
I won't. Not for myself or my little brother.
Lysandra: GOOD! I'M GLAD TO HEAR IT. BUT REMEMBER, THIS ISN'T JUST ABOUT FIGHTING FOR YOURSELF OR EVEN YOUR FAMILY. THIS IS ABOUT FIGHTING FOR EVERYONE WHO HAS SUFFERED AT THE HANDS OF THESE MONSTERS! Lysandra: WE'RE DOING THIS FOR ALL THOSE WHO CAN'T, FOR ALL THOSE WHO HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO SUFFER UNDER THEIR RULE! Lysandra: SO DON'T YOU DARE THINK OF TURNING BACK NOW! WE'VE COME TOO FAR TO LET OUR GUARD DOWN NOW!
I won't let anyone down. I swear it.
Lysandra: GOOD! I TRUST YOU TO KEEP YOUR PROMISE. JUST REMEMBER, WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. Lysandra: AND IF ANYONE SHOULD FALL, WE'LL PICK EACH OTHER UP AND KEEP FIGHTING UNTIL THE BATTLE IS WON! Lysandra: WE'VE GOT THE POWER OF THE ELDEN RING BEHIND US, AND WE WON'T LET THESE ENEMY FORCES Tear OUR WORLD APART! Lysandra: SO STAND TALL AND FIGHT WITH ME! TOGETHER, WE CAN ACHIEVE VICTORY AND RESTORE PEACE TO OUR LAND!
They find themselves in the Sacred Lands, though it's not much more than a village with basic amenities. Welcome to the Sacred Lands.
Lysandra: WELL, THIS PLACE SURE DOESN'T LOOK LIKE THE PARADISE YOU PROMISED IT WOULD BE...BUT I SUPPOSE IT'S A START. Lysandra: WE'VE GOT A LONG ROAD AHEAD OF US, BUT WITH THE POWER OF THE ELDEN RING BEHIND US, WE CAN STILL TURN THIS AROUND. Lysandra: SO COME ON, LET'S GET TO WORK! WE'VE GOT ENEMY FORCES TO DEFEAT AND A WORLD TO REBUILD! Lysandra: WE CAN DO THIS! WE'VE FIGHTED THROUGH WORSE BEFORE, SO WE'LL FIGHT OUR WAY THROUGH THIS TOO!