0 00:00:05,000 --> 00:00:15,000 1 00:00:10,385 --> 00:00:15,385 2 00:00:17,257 --> 00:00:21,095 Ryntia, the untamed lands. 3 00:00:21,097 --> 00:00:24,594 300 years ago, it was a place dominated 4 00:00:24,596 --> 00:00:27,780 by the dark forces of Xanthias. 5 00:00:27,782 --> 00:00:31,083 In possession of the mystical Shield of the Dead, 6 00:00:31,085 --> 00:00:34,103 Xanthias summoned two powerful demonic minions 7 00:00:34,105 --> 00:00:37,874 from the darkest depths of the netherworld. 8 00:00:37,876 --> 00:00:39,793 Tyranus, the tormentor. 9 00:00:41,353 --> 00:00:43,686 And Sinder, the enchantress. 10 00:00:44,619 --> 00:00:46,191 Together, they desecrated the land 11 00:00:46,193 --> 00:00:50,802 with the necromantic arts, making it a realm of undeath, 12 00:00:50,804 --> 00:00:52,637 living, yet un-living. 13 00:00:54,752 --> 00:00:57,291 The first to oppose the necromancers' minions 14 00:00:57,293 --> 00:01:01,210 were the Druidic Silver Elves from Glimmerdale. 15 00:01:02,705 --> 00:01:04,969 Seeking to gather allies of his own, 16 00:01:04,971 --> 00:01:07,531 Xanthias used his deceptive powers to infect 17 00:01:07,533 --> 00:01:10,250 the weak-minded among them. 18 00:01:10,252 --> 00:01:13,274 Many fell to this ruse, including Bre'Gwen, 19 00:01:13,276 --> 00:01:15,715 Queen of the Silver Elves, who swore loyalty 20 00:01:15,717 --> 00:01:19,884 to the dark magician in exchange for power and riches. 21 00:01:20,953 --> 00:01:23,142 But the price was high. 22 00:01:23,144 --> 00:01:24,814 The traitorous elves were transformed 23 00:01:24,816 --> 00:01:29,158 into gray-skinned versions of their former selves. 24 00:01:29,160 --> 00:01:33,547 With legions of undead and his new army of Deep Elves, 25 00:01:33,549 --> 00:01:34,987 Xanthias set out to conquer 26 00:01:34,989 --> 00:01:38,242 those who dared to stand against him. 27 00:01:38,244 --> 00:01:40,091 The evil forces were intercepted by an army 28 00:01:40,093 --> 00:01:44,098 of Grayraven soldiers led by the king's personal vanguard 29 00:01:44,100 --> 00:01:47,614 of Ebony Knights, warriors gifted 30 00:01:47,616 --> 00:01:50,033 with strange mystical powers. 31 00:01:51,775 --> 00:01:55,048 In the dark recesses of the Devilspine Mountains, 32 00:01:55,050 --> 00:01:57,981 Galaron, the bravest of the Ebony Knights, 33 00:01:57,983 --> 00:01:59,816 corners the dark mage. 34 00:02:02,940 --> 00:02:04,954 Fate was with him that day. 35 00:02:04,956 --> 00:02:06,800 With a mighty swing of his great sword, 36 00:02:06,802 --> 00:02:10,792 Galaron severed the head of the necromancer. 37 00:02:10,794 --> 00:02:14,126 The Deep Elves, fearing retribution for their betrayal, 38 00:02:14,128 --> 00:02:17,757 fled to the caverns beneath the Devilspine Mountains, 39 00:02:17,759 --> 00:02:21,682 forever exiled from the surface world. 40 00:02:21,684 --> 00:02:23,741 While the allied kingdoms cleansed the land 41 00:02:23,743 --> 00:02:26,842 of the remaining undead army, Galaron returned 42 00:02:26,844 --> 00:02:30,383 to the Grayraven Kingdom with the Shield of the Dead, 43 00:02:30,385 --> 00:02:32,968 knowing it had to be destroyed. 44 00:02:34,069 --> 00:02:37,346 But the king was weak, and the influence of the evil magic 45 00:02:37,348 --> 00:02:39,265 began to overwhelm him. 46 00:02:40,581 --> 00:02:43,519 Galaron felt he was left with no choice. 47 00:02:43,521 --> 00:02:47,115 He and his remaining Ebony Knights took the shield by force, 48 00:02:47,117 --> 00:02:48,775 knowing that they would be forever labeled 49 00:02:48,777 --> 00:02:50,860 as traitors to the crown. 50 00:02:52,013 --> 00:02:56,109 Never wanting anyone to evoke the power of the shield again, 51 00:02:56,111 --> 00:02:58,865 Galaron took it to an ancient temple, 52 00:02:58,867 --> 00:03:02,950 where it was cleansed of its evil, and destroyed. 53 00:03:04,398 --> 00:03:08,820 The land was finally rid of the unholy artifact. 54 00:03:08,822 --> 00:03:10,738 And, now the story continues. 55 00:03:30,604 --> 00:03:32,021 Whoa ho. 56 00:03:34,147 --> 00:03:35,397 Whoa. 57 00:03:36,664 --> 00:03:40,120 Looks like Grendrial's castle is under attack. 58 00:03:40,122 --> 00:03:41,931 So it would seem. 59 00:03:41,933 --> 00:03:43,913 We have to help them. 60 00:03:43,915 --> 00:03:48,082 Ghar, you know we're not welcome in these lands. 61 00:03:49,539 --> 00:03:51,706 We'll wait for the others. 62 00:04:04,948 --> 00:04:07,542 And what do we do when they get here? 63 00:04:07,544 --> 00:04:10,577 Then, with greater numbers we'll ride in 64 00:04:10,579 --> 00:04:12,405 and assess the situation. 65 00:04:12,407 --> 00:04:13,459 Jeris, we can't just stand by 66 00:04:13,461 --> 00:04:15,570 while the cries of battle beckon. 67 00:04:15,572 --> 00:04:16,739 Yes, we can. 68 00:04:20,148 --> 00:04:24,315 When the others arrive, I'll explain our purpose here. 69 00:04:30,664 --> 00:04:31,497 Ghar! 70 00:04:37,777 --> 00:04:40,360 So much for your elite guard. 71 00:04:41,942 --> 00:04:44,460 Why are you doing this? 72 00:04:44,462 --> 00:04:48,595 What have we done to deserve your wrath? 73 00:04:48,597 --> 00:04:51,097 Kyriani, the honor is yours. 74 00:04:58,037 --> 00:04:58,870 Do it! 75 00:05:16,966 --> 00:05:17,883 I cannot. 76 00:05:19,641 --> 00:05:21,533 Ithicus. 77 00:05:22,735 --> 00:05:23,568 Whoa! 78 00:05:29,598 --> 00:05:32,765 I thought you were growing stronger. 79 00:05:33,746 --> 00:05:36,579 I expected more from my own blood. 80 00:05:52,126 --> 00:05:53,709 Save him, Prince. 81 00:06:37,339 --> 00:06:39,256 Face me, if you dare. 82 00:06:43,269 --> 00:06:44,102 Ithicus! 83 00:06:50,121 --> 00:06:51,371 Ghar! 84 00:07:03,400 --> 00:07:07,347 Jeris, they must pay for what they've done here. 85 00:07:07,349 --> 00:07:09,382 Trust me, Ghar. 86 00:07:09,384 --> 00:07:13,551 There are things in motion far greater than you know. 87 00:07:17,085 --> 00:07:17,918 Wait here. 88 00:07:32,593 --> 00:07:36,739 You should learn to control your warriors. 89 00:07:36,741 --> 00:07:40,158 Ghar does not understand the situation. 90 00:07:44,021 --> 00:07:46,319 Who would ever imagined, 91 00:07:46,321 --> 00:07:49,238 an Ebony Knight kneeling before me. 92 00:07:52,215 --> 00:07:55,928 Do not confuse my respect for royalty 93 00:07:55,930 --> 00:07:59,059 as a gesture of subservience. 94 00:07:59,061 --> 00:08:00,394 Of course not. 95 00:08:06,873 --> 00:08:09,467 These men are no more threat to you. 96 00:08:09,469 --> 00:08:10,552 Release them. 97 00:08:11,457 --> 00:08:12,457 Very well. 98 00:08:36,221 --> 00:08:38,726 You have something for me? 99 00:08:38,728 --> 00:08:39,561 Yes. 100 00:08:44,713 --> 00:08:47,880 The first of three tomes, as promised. 101 00:08:52,214 --> 00:08:54,655 And the second part? 102 00:08:54,657 --> 00:08:55,657 Of course. 103 00:08:57,174 --> 00:08:58,647 She is yours. 104 00:08:58,649 --> 00:09:00,296 What? 105 00:09:00,298 --> 00:09:01,475 I refuse. 106 00:09:01,477 --> 00:09:02,696 Silence! 107 00:09:02,698 --> 00:09:05,031 You will do as you are told. 108 00:09:12,534 --> 00:09:14,861 You have honored your word. 109 00:09:14,863 --> 00:09:16,446 I shall honor mine. 110 00:09:17,506 --> 00:09:18,692 I will await you at the cave 111 00:09:18,694 --> 00:09:21,361 of the howling winds as planned. 112 00:09:22,673 --> 00:09:23,756 Until then. 113 00:09:29,053 --> 00:09:31,833 Jeris, what's going on? 114 00:09:31,835 --> 00:09:33,364 To the keep. 115 00:09:33,366 --> 00:09:35,529 We have much to discuss. 116 00:09:50,987 --> 00:09:52,824 My Liege, Grendrial and her people 117 00:09:52,826 --> 00:09:55,011 are being tended to in the west wing. 118 00:09:55,013 --> 00:09:57,181 Thank you Aidric. 119 00:09:57,183 --> 00:09:59,293 The wounds they've suffered are grave. 120 00:09:59,295 --> 00:10:01,701 Barbed crossbow bolts, serrated sickle blades, 121 00:10:01,703 --> 00:10:04,786 and poison for which we have no cure. 122 00:10:06,675 --> 00:10:07,981 To die on the battlefield is one thing, 123 00:10:07,983 --> 00:10:10,377 but to cause such suffering... 124 00:10:10,379 --> 00:10:13,317 We may have a greater problem. 125 00:10:13,319 --> 00:10:16,569 Ebony Knights seen with the Deep Elves. 126 00:10:18,411 --> 00:10:20,936 I've heard tales of the magic they wield, 127 00:10:20,938 --> 00:10:22,358 the powers they possess. 128 00:10:22,360 --> 00:10:23,786 Just stories. 129 00:10:23,788 --> 00:10:25,933 They are men, like you and me. 130 00:10:25,935 --> 00:10:27,836 Besides, there are so few of them left, 131 00:10:27,838 --> 00:10:29,421 they are no threat. 132 00:10:30,952 --> 00:10:33,702 Let's hope you're right, Ulrin. 133 00:10:36,265 --> 00:10:39,278 May I suggest, sire, with Grendrial's keep lost 134 00:10:39,280 --> 00:10:40,766 they will surely focus their next attack 135 00:10:40,768 --> 00:10:42,437 on one of the smaller kingdoms. 136 00:10:42,439 --> 00:10:43,350 I agree. 137 00:10:43,352 --> 00:10:45,990 The next kingdom in their path belongs to Lord Breckholt. 138 00:10:45,992 --> 00:10:47,662 And, that is why I'm going to send a battalion 139 00:10:47,664 --> 00:10:52,577 down with Aidric and Erasmus to offer our protection. 140 00:10:52,579 --> 00:10:53,734 I've sent our fastest vessels 141 00:10:53,736 --> 00:10:57,386 to protect our coastal towns and villages. 142 00:10:57,388 --> 00:10:58,366 Will that not leave our own castle 143 00:10:58,368 --> 00:11:01,202 without sufficient forces? 144 00:11:01,204 --> 00:11:04,878 The attacks are becoming more intense. 145 00:11:04,880 --> 00:11:06,547 We must act swiftly. 146 00:11:08,946 --> 00:11:09,863 Princess. 147 00:11:11,099 --> 00:11:12,505 I'd like to make a formal request 148 00:11:12,507 --> 00:11:15,483 to join one of the battalions. 149 00:11:15,485 --> 00:11:16,318 No. 150 00:11:17,755 --> 00:11:18,897 The day I send a woman to go into battle 151 00:11:18,899 --> 00:11:21,566 is the day I renounce my throne. 152 00:11:23,002 --> 00:11:26,920 I am as skilled as any of your knights. 153 00:11:26,922 --> 00:11:29,237 That may be, but it does not change the fact 154 00:11:29,239 --> 00:11:31,822 that you are, indeed, a woman. 155 00:11:32,815 --> 00:11:36,092 I respect your spirit, but your mother trained you 156 00:11:36,094 --> 00:11:38,829 in the ways of the faith before she passed. 157 00:11:38,831 --> 00:11:40,710 A faith that did not protect her 158 00:11:40,712 --> 00:11:42,844 when the Reavers attacked IronGate. 159 00:11:54,531 --> 00:11:56,948 Honor your mother's memory. 160 00:11:58,499 --> 00:12:01,249 Use the divine powers as she did. 161 00:12:02,524 --> 00:12:04,393 I have no taste for it. 162 00:12:04,395 --> 00:12:05,728 I want to fight. 163 00:12:06,575 --> 00:12:09,321 Your ability to heal far outweighs your ability to kill. 164 00:12:09,323 --> 00:12:13,164 A skill that can used in the field. 165 00:12:13,166 --> 00:12:17,124 You're not a knight nor will you ever be a knight. 166 00:12:17,126 --> 00:12:18,189 But, Father... 167 00:12:18,191 --> 00:12:19,108 Leave me! 168 00:12:21,723 --> 00:12:23,129 And I expect the next time I see you 169 00:12:23,131 --> 00:12:25,548 to be dressed more befitting. 170 00:12:29,995 --> 00:12:30,826 Prepare your men. 171 00:12:30,828 --> 00:12:32,414 You leave within the hour. 172 00:12:32,416 --> 00:12:33,416 Yes, sire. 173 00:12:47,111 --> 00:12:50,024 What treachery awaits us? 174 00:13:07,997 --> 00:13:10,546 I know you all have questions. 175 00:13:10,548 --> 00:13:13,263 I assure you, I have the answers. 176 00:13:13,265 --> 00:13:16,982 Our order has suffered over many generations. 177 00:13:16,984 --> 00:13:18,830 Our numbers have diminished. 178 00:13:18,832 --> 00:13:21,954 Once we were hundreds strong. 179 00:13:21,956 --> 00:13:24,539 Now we six are all that remain. 180 00:13:26,092 --> 00:13:29,553 In time, even we will disappear. 181 00:13:29,555 --> 00:13:31,608 We have to have faith. 182 00:13:31,610 --> 00:13:32,443 Faith? 183 00:13:33,349 --> 00:13:35,131 Faith is what led us here. 184 00:13:35,133 --> 00:13:38,706 Our legacy is to die because an ignorant king 185 00:13:38,708 --> 00:13:40,566 will not release us from a decree 186 00:13:40,568 --> 00:13:43,426 made by his ignorant ancestor. 187 00:13:43,428 --> 00:13:45,130 We have no choice. 188 00:13:45,132 --> 00:13:48,231 The code binds us to the law. 189 00:13:48,233 --> 00:13:50,663 Then we defy the law. 190 00:13:50,665 --> 00:13:52,654 What are you saying? 191 00:13:52,656 --> 00:13:55,426 We are about to take back that which was ours. 192 00:13:55,428 --> 00:13:57,186 We few who remain, will rebuild the legacy 193 00:13:57,188 --> 00:13:59,606 of the Ebony Knights. 194 00:13:59,608 --> 00:14:02,169 That's why you met with the Deep Elves. 195 00:14:02,171 --> 00:14:04,041 You need allies. 196 00:14:04,043 --> 00:14:04,876 Yes. 197 00:14:06,111 --> 00:14:07,468 I have forged an alliance with Bre'Gwen, 198 00:14:07,470 --> 00:14:09,525 Queen of the Deep Elves. 199 00:14:09,527 --> 00:14:13,540 You would have an alliance with our deepest enemy? 200 00:14:13,542 --> 00:14:15,459 He bowed before them. 201 00:14:16,921 --> 00:14:20,483 Tysiath, you've said nothing, please. 202 00:14:20,485 --> 00:14:23,416 I haven't said anything because I knew. 203 00:14:23,418 --> 00:14:24,927 What? 204 00:14:24,929 --> 00:14:28,687 Jeris made me aware of his plan and I agree with it. 205 00:14:28,689 --> 00:14:31,987 Please, everyone, just hear him out. 206 00:14:31,989 --> 00:14:33,983 For many weeks, the queen's forces have been launching 207 00:14:33,985 --> 00:14:36,599 hit-and-run attacks on the smaller kingdoms. 208 00:14:36,601 --> 00:14:38,419 Which will inspire King Grayraven 209 00:14:38,421 --> 00:14:40,511 to send more troops to aid them. 210 00:14:40,513 --> 00:14:42,740 Effectively spreading his knights out so far 211 00:14:42,742 --> 00:14:44,007 that they will not be allowed to function 212 00:14:44,009 --> 00:14:45,503 as a unified force. 213 00:14:45,505 --> 00:14:47,307 Making them vulnerable when we launch our attacks 214 00:14:47,309 --> 00:14:49,226 against their fortress. 215 00:14:50,624 --> 00:14:53,236 We've devised a plan that will change everything. 216 00:14:53,238 --> 00:14:55,594 No more factions battling for supremacy. 217 00:14:55,596 --> 00:14:57,944 You're talking about a full scale war. 218 00:14:57,946 --> 00:14:58,779 Yes. 219 00:14:59,932 --> 00:15:02,252 And with such an army at our disposal, 220 00:15:02,254 --> 00:15:04,497 we will have the power to do it. 221 00:15:04,499 --> 00:15:06,498 Listen to yourselves. 222 00:15:06,500 --> 00:15:09,425 Having the power doesn't always justify using it. 223 00:15:09,427 --> 00:15:13,297 This war will end the need for any future conflicts. 224 00:15:13,299 --> 00:15:16,145 All races would be united. 225 00:15:16,147 --> 00:15:20,260 Peace throughout the realm and our order restored. 226 00:15:21,959 --> 00:15:22,792 Ghar? 227 00:15:25,390 --> 00:15:27,140 I'm sorry, I can't. 228 00:15:31,439 --> 00:15:33,417 Jeris is leader, Ghar. 229 00:15:33,419 --> 00:15:36,035 The decision has been made. 230 00:15:36,037 --> 00:15:38,204 It's the wrong decision. 231 00:16:11,019 --> 00:16:14,936 I hope you find your accommodations pleasing. 232 00:16:23,789 --> 00:16:25,039 They're fine, 233 00:16:26,319 --> 00:16:27,402 for a prison. 234 00:16:29,827 --> 00:16:33,319 You know, despite what you may think, 235 00:16:33,321 --> 00:16:35,618 you are not a prisoner here. 236 00:16:35,620 --> 00:16:40,063 I'm certainly not here of my own free will. 237 00:16:40,065 --> 00:16:43,637 I'm a pawn in some scheme you've concocted with my mother. 238 00:16:43,639 --> 00:16:46,806 She's using me to gain favor with you. 239 00:16:48,149 --> 00:16:50,316 For what, I can't imagine. 240 00:16:57,542 --> 00:17:00,763 I wasn't born into nobility. 241 00:17:00,765 --> 00:17:02,932 If I'm to be crowned king, 242 00:17:03,869 --> 00:17:06,430 I must marry a royalty. 243 00:17:06,432 --> 00:17:07,265 King? 244 00:17:09,644 --> 00:17:12,403 Do you want to be a king? 245 00:17:12,405 --> 00:17:13,238 Yes. 246 00:17:15,065 --> 00:17:18,419 And I have your mother's blessing. 247 00:17:18,421 --> 00:17:21,444 For the last 300 years, my mother has conquered 248 00:17:21,446 --> 00:17:24,879 the subraces, taken what she wanted. 249 00:17:24,881 --> 00:17:29,795 What makes you think she'll treat you any differently? 250 00:17:29,797 --> 00:17:31,423 Because she needs me. 251 00:17:31,425 --> 00:17:34,714 Needs you? 252 00:17:34,716 --> 00:17:36,342 In this rundown stone hovel, 253 00:17:36,344 --> 00:17:39,011 with your army of what, six men? 254 00:17:40,523 --> 00:17:43,095 Oh yes, I'm certain she won't be able to last 255 00:17:43,097 --> 00:17:45,665 another day without you. 256 00:17:48,917 --> 00:17:52,084 You have no idea who we are, do you? 257 00:17:53,305 --> 00:17:55,899 How much power the Ebony Knights wield? 258 00:17:55,901 --> 00:17:57,901 Get your hands off me. 259 00:18:09,836 --> 00:18:12,086 I know exactly who you are. 260 00:18:13,281 --> 00:18:16,599 You're a renegade knight with no king, 261 00:18:16,601 --> 00:18:19,601 no kingdom, a pale image of an order 262 00:18:20,539 --> 00:18:22,122 lost centuries ago. 263 00:18:25,777 --> 00:18:26,610 Pathetic. 264 00:18:31,112 --> 00:18:33,279 That is about to change. 265 00:18:34,784 --> 00:18:37,534 In the end, you will be my queen. 266 00:18:39,008 --> 00:18:41,508 And you will learn your place. 267 00:18:43,012 --> 00:18:45,418 Bride to a puppet king. 268 00:18:45,420 --> 00:18:47,434 What more could a girl want? 269 00:18:47,436 --> 00:18:48,269 Jeris! 270 00:19:00,247 --> 00:19:02,138 What are you doing here, Ghar? 271 00:19:02,140 --> 00:19:05,307 We need to talk about this alliance. 272 00:19:06,356 --> 00:19:08,266 We do our talking tonight. 273 00:19:25,220 --> 00:19:26,085 I'm sorry. 274 00:19:30,556 --> 00:19:33,148 A knight should never strike a lady, 275 00:19:33,150 --> 00:19:34,817 regardless of her... 276 00:19:35,936 --> 00:19:38,019 Regardless of her what? 277 00:19:38,974 --> 00:19:40,557 Again, I'm sorry. 278 00:19:59,189 --> 00:20:01,901 The strike team is in place, My Queen. 279 00:20:01,903 --> 00:20:03,727 Signal them to proceed. 280 00:20:03,729 --> 00:20:06,062 Tonight King Breckholt dies. 281 00:20:19,365 --> 00:20:21,199 Signal is given. 282 00:20:21,201 --> 00:20:23,487 For the glory of Bre'Gwen. 283 00:20:23,489 --> 00:20:24,322 Uh huh. 284 00:20:32,192 --> 00:20:35,147 This castle is under my protection. 285 00:20:35,149 --> 00:20:36,566 How unfortunate 286 00:20:37,655 --> 00:20:38,488 for you! 287 00:20:58,275 --> 00:21:01,936 Perhaps I should've said our protection. 288 00:21:01,938 --> 00:21:02,771 Fools! 289 00:21:04,116 --> 00:21:04,949 Take them! 290 00:22:40,687 --> 00:22:44,489 Do you really know who resides in this castle? 291 00:22:44,491 --> 00:22:45,324 No. 292 00:23:10,726 --> 00:23:12,476 Thank you, Alandra. 293 00:23:14,445 --> 00:23:16,528 Was there something else? 294 00:23:19,272 --> 00:23:21,680 Are you sure you wanna do this? 295 00:23:21,682 --> 00:23:22,968 It's not a choice. 296 00:23:22,970 --> 00:23:25,179 I have to do this. 297 00:23:25,181 --> 00:23:27,743 Evil is creeping into our realm 298 00:23:27,745 --> 00:23:29,578 and I mean to face it. 299 00:23:30,482 --> 00:23:32,812 If someone should request my presence, 300 00:23:32,814 --> 00:23:34,892 you must stall for me. 301 00:23:34,894 --> 00:23:36,811 And, when that fails... 302 00:23:40,901 --> 00:23:42,818 Give this to my father. 303 00:23:55,738 --> 00:23:56,569 For Greyraven. 304 00:24:09,258 --> 00:24:12,283 How dare you return after you failed me. 305 00:24:12,285 --> 00:24:13,791 The castle was protected. 306 00:24:13,793 --> 00:24:16,815 Your incompetence left King Breckholt alive. 307 00:24:16,817 --> 00:24:19,743 Which can be remedied if you will give us another chance. 308 00:24:36,377 --> 00:24:37,794 Please, my Queen. 309 00:25:00,576 --> 00:25:04,743 If this blade can taste my flesh, then you can live. 310 00:25:06,108 --> 00:25:08,191 If not, you'll join them. 311 00:25:11,202 --> 00:25:12,035 No magic. 312 00:25:15,057 --> 00:25:16,807 Just skill for skill. 313 00:26:00,077 --> 00:26:03,077 Tysiath, I'd have a word with you. 314 00:26:05,648 --> 00:26:10,092 Of course, but I already know what you're thinking. 315 00:26:10,094 --> 00:26:11,774 You're conflicted. 316 00:26:11,776 --> 00:26:13,259 It's understandable. 317 00:26:13,261 --> 00:26:16,132 I'm not the one who's confused. 318 00:26:16,134 --> 00:26:20,632 Ghar, our generation has not seen many battles, 319 00:26:20,634 --> 00:26:24,258 but our ancestors fought in many great campaigns. 320 00:26:24,260 --> 00:26:25,927 War is in our blood. 321 00:26:28,618 --> 00:26:30,673 The time has come for us to fight 322 00:26:30,675 --> 00:26:33,149 for what is rightfully ours. 323 00:26:33,151 --> 00:26:34,901 So, you seek glory. 324 00:26:35,902 --> 00:26:37,703 Don't question my integrity. 325 00:26:37,705 --> 00:26:38,955 I seek justice. 326 00:26:40,233 --> 00:26:41,916 You don't seek justice. 327 00:26:41,918 --> 00:26:44,128 You seek retribution. 328 00:26:44,130 --> 00:26:46,513 What do you hope to accomplish by antagonizing me? 329 00:26:46,515 --> 00:26:49,628 I hope to change your mind. 330 00:26:49,630 --> 00:26:53,532 If we band together, Jeris will be forced to reconsider. 331 00:26:53,534 --> 00:26:56,513 That is not going to happen. 332 00:26:56,515 --> 00:26:58,713 Every leader of our sect has maintained the promise 333 00:26:58,715 --> 00:27:02,244 Galaron made so long ago, a promise to remain hidden 334 00:27:02,246 --> 00:27:04,884 in the shadows until a pardon was given. 335 00:27:04,886 --> 00:27:07,721 A pardon that has never come! 336 00:27:07,723 --> 00:27:09,745 I still have faith. 337 00:27:09,747 --> 00:27:11,580 Then you are a fool. 338 00:27:19,059 --> 00:27:20,809 Your craft is strong. 339 00:27:22,127 --> 00:27:25,656 But, I think you will find that I am quite worthy. 340 00:27:25,658 --> 00:27:27,337 My fight's not with you. 341 00:27:27,339 --> 00:27:32,080 You're just a mindless pawn, in a game with no winners. 342 00:28:13,759 --> 00:28:16,092 You've decided to join us. 343 00:28:20,954 --> 00:28:24,787 Tomorrow, we embark on the first part of our quest. 344 00:28:24,789 --> 00:28:26,039 No, we don't. 345 00:28:29,103 --> 00:28:33,020 I won't let you poison their minds any farther. 346 00:28:34,098 --> 00:28:37,014 You haven't heard the entirety of my plan, 347 00:28:37,016 --> 00:28:39,345 yet you dare challenge it? 348 00:28:39,347 --> 00:28:41,280 I've heard enough. 349 00:28:41,282 --> 00:28:43,921 You may be the strongest among us, 350 00:28:43,923 --> 00:28:45,623 but your actions have proven you don't have the wisdom 351 00:28:45,625 --> 00:28:48,875 to lead us to anything but destruction. 352 00:28:49,995 --> 00:28:52,557 You may not agree with my course of actions, 353 00:28:52,559 --> 00:28:54,889 but there is no need to dishonor me with such words. 354 00:28:54,891 --> 00:28:56,561 You dishonor yourself. 355 00:28:56,563 --> 00:29:00,025 Sounds to me as if you challenge for leadership. 356 00:29:00,027 --> 00:29:02,501 We are knights of the realm. 357 00:29:02,503 --> 00:29:06,755 The sanctity of our ancestors rests in our hands. 358 00:29:06,757 --> 00:29:09,495 If we stay this course, 359 00:29:09,497 --> 00:29:10,882 then everything they fought and died for 360 00:29:10,884 --> 00:29:12,551 will be for nothing. 361 00:29:14,038 --> 00:29:16,788 So, this is a formal challenge. 362 00:29:19,210 --> 00:29:23,377 Yes, and unless you have forsaken the code entirely, 363 00:29:24,324 --> 00:29:26,719 the mantle of leadership will be mine 364 00:29:26,721 --> 00:29:29,801 if I can defeat you in combat. 365 00:29:29,803 --> 00:29:30,720 So be it. 366 00:29:32,014 --> 00:29:36,181 But as the challenged, I call for a fight to the death. 367 00:29:37,975 --> 00:29:40,308 If I die, you will be leader 368 00:29:41,728 --> 00:29:45,850 and can stop whatever I've set in motion. 369 00:29:45,852 --> 00:29:49,269 But if I win, the Ebony Knights will ride 370 00:29:53,608 --> 00:29:55,775 and our enemies will fall. 371 00:32:14,360 --> 00:32:16,252 What are you doing? 372 00:32:34,759 --> 00:32:36,435 What are you doing? 373 00:32:36,437 --> 00:32:38,520 Getting us out of here. 374 00:32:52,874 --> 00:32:55,169 Wait, wait, wait. 375 00:32:55,171 --> 00:32:56,754 We have to leave. 376 00:32:59,076 --> 00:33:00,625 I have to go back. 377 00:33:00,627 --> 00:33:02,044 He'll kill you. 378 00:33:15,441 --> 00:33:16,274 Contu. 379 00:33:18,262 --> 00:33:19,095 Stop. 380 00:33:23,452 --> 00:33:24,452 Turn around. 381 00:33:29,745 --> 00:33:32,942 I need you to take me from this place. 382 00:33:32,944 --> 00:33:36,672 I cannot refuse a lady's request. 383 00:33:36,674 --> 00:33:39,507 But Jeris, he's got to be stopped. 384 00:33:42,681 --> 00:33:43,514 I know. 385 00:33:44,761 --> 00:33:46,594 But not now, not here. 386 00:33:50,129 --> 00:33:50,962 Come. 387 00:34:37,045 --> 00:34:37,878 Ow. 388 00:34:40,609 --> 00:34:42,192 Prepare the horses. 389 00:35:18,285 --> 00:35:19,535 Good morning. 390 00:35:22,245 --> 00:35:24,328 You cast a spell on me. 391 00:35:25,392 --> 00:35:27,142 I needed your help. 392 00:35:27,976 --> 00:35:29,922 So you entranced me. 393 00:35:29,924 --> 00:35:32,990 Would you have come willingly? 394 00:35:32,992 --> 00:35:35,575 I saw the way you looked at me. 395 00:35:42,998 --> 00:35:46,355 Your people have done little to earn my trust. 396 00:35:46,357 --> 00:35:47,607 I understand. 397 00:35:49,900 --> 00:35:51,910 But I am different. 398 00:35:51,912 --> 00:35:56,331 Like you, I don't believe in the path set before me. 399 00:35:56,333 --> 00:35:58,346 I felt trapped, 400 00:35:58,348 --> 00:36:01,426 but your bold act inspired me. 401 00:36:01,428 --> 00:36:03,251 And why would you need my help? 402 00:36:03,253 --> 00:36:05,395 I am unfamiliar with the surface. 403 00:36:05,397 --> 00:36:07,730 I need a guide, a protector. 404 00:36:14,440 --> 00:36:18,278 And where is it you'd like me to take you? 405 00:36:18,280 --> 00:36:20,202 To Grayraven Castle. 406 00:36:21,888 --> 00:36:23,546 We must warn the king. 407 00:36:23,548 --> 00:36:24,780 The king isn't likely to heed the words 408 00:36:24,782 --> 00:36:27,532 of an Ebony Knight or a Deep Elf. 409 00:36:29,138 --> 00:36:30,888 My name is Kyriani. 410 00:36:34,166 --> 00:36:37,833 Kyriani, his men would attack us on sight. 411 00:36:39,196 --> 00:36:41,863 We'll just have to find a way. 412 00:36:45,488 --> 00:36:47,806 We'll stick to the trees. 413 00:36:47,808 --> 00:36:50,522 So you will help me then? 414 00:36:50,524 --> 00:36:53,462 I'll take you as far as the path that leads to Grayraven. 415 00:36:53,464 --> 00:36:56,750 But, after that, you're on your own. 416 00:36:56,752 --> 00:36:57,585 And you? 417 00:37:01,348 --> 00:37:02,348 Wait here! 418 00:37:06,332 --> 00:37:07,165 No! 419 00:37:10,064 --> 00:37:10,897 No! 420 00:37:12,163 --> 00:37:13,216 Please! 421 00:37:14,051 --> 00:37:16,286 Step away from that man. 422 00:37:51,728 --> 00:37:53,962 Thank you, My Lady. 423 00:38:16,052 --> 00:38:16,885 Yah! 424 00:38:18,757 --> 00:38:19,590 Coward. 425 00:38:23,267 --> 00:38:24,767 Prepare for death. 426 00:38:50,309 --> 00:38:51,559 Are you okay? 427 00:38:52,629 --> 00:38:55,323 I didn't need your assistance, 428 00:38:55,325 --> 00:38:56,658 but I thank you. 429 00:38:58,317 --> 00:39:00,911 You're a Grayraven Knight. 430 00:39:00,913 --> 00:39:04,315 Not exactly, but I serve the Kingdom. 431 00:39:25,225 --> 00:39:26,063 Friend of yours? 432 00:39:35,005 --> 00:39:37,005 A traveling companion. 433 00:39:38,230 --> 00:39:39,063 Traitor! 434 00:39:42,729 --> 00:39:44,663 I'm not your enemy. 435 00:39:44,665 --> 00:39:48,183 Then why do you openly wear the mark of the Kingslayers? 436 00:39:48,185 --> 00:39:50,559 Because I belong to the order. 437 00:39:50,561 --> 00:39:53,651 Then you are indeed my enemy. 438 00:39:53,653 --> 00:39:57,820 I'll tell you one more time, I'm not your enemy. 439 00:40:03,428 --> 00:40:05,845 Are we just gonna stand here? 440 00:40:16,422 --> 00:40:17,253 These creatures are bold 441 00:40:17,255 --> 00:40:19,379 attacking during daylight. 442 00:40:19,381 --> 00:40:22,131 They must know of the coming war. 443 00:40:23,875 --> 00:40:24,792 What is it? 444 00:40:26,186 --> 00:40:28,603 I don't think she likes me. 445 00:40:34,741 --> 00:40:37,305 Fair lady, I am Lord Shalomin Songsteel, 446 00:40:37,307 --> 00:40:40,140 the Unvanquished, at your service. 447 00:40:41,047 --> 00:40:43,565 We've been waiting for you. 448 00:40:43,567 --> 00:40:45,005 Waiting for me? 449 00:40:45,007 --> 00:40:46,507 Yes, all of you. 450 00:40:49,275 --> 00:40:50,942 Please, come closer. 451 00:40:52,038 --> 00:40:54,157 You have nothing to fear. 452 00:40:54,159 --> 00:40:55,326 Not anymore. 453 00:40:57,184 --> 00:40:59,267 He's not to be trusted. 454 00:41:00,903 --> 00:41:02,814 His kind are assassins. 455 00:41:02,816 --> 00:41:04,066 Is this true? 456 00:41:05,819 --> 00:41:07,069 No, it's not. 457 00:41:09,594 --> 00:41:11,889 Well, now that that's settled. 458 00:41:11,891 --> 00:41:15,113 Come, we have much to discuss. 459 00:41:15,115 --> 00:41:16,698 The camp is nearby. 460 00:41:17,590 --> 00:41:18,480 I can't. 461 00:41:18,482 --> 00:41:19,313 I'm on my way to join... 462 00:41:19,315 --> 00:41:21,141 I know where you were going, 463 00:41:21,143 --> 00:41:23,781 but that is not where you need to be. 464 00:41:29,723 --> 00:41:31,328 How could he know where I'm going? 465 00:41:31,330 --> 00:41:33,503 He knows a great many things, 466 00:41:33,505 --> 00:41:36,922 but don't fret, he'll explain everything. 467 00:41:43,374 --> 00:41:44,912 It's good to finally meet you. 468 00:41:44,914 --> 00:41:46,297 Finally? 469 00:41:46,299 --> 00:41:48,100 Please, follow us. 470 00:41:59,875 --> 00:42:00,876 I sent for my daughter. 471 00:42:00,878 --> 00:42:01,961 Where is she? 472 00:42:03,580 --> 00:42:06,330 This was in her room. 473 00:42:19,115 --> 00:42:19,948 Get out. 474 00:42:26,715 --> 00:42:29,382 My daughter has left the castle. 475 00:42:31,775 --> 00:42:34,369 She seeks to prove herself. 476 00:42:37,259 --> 00:42:40,342 Oh, she is so much like her mother. 477 00:42:42,891 --> 00:42:44,058 I miss her so. 478 00:42:46,728 --> 00:42:50,478 She was a strong woman, just like Isabelle. 479 00:42:52,251 --> 00:42:54,834 You think I'm too protective? 480 00:42:56,167 --> 00:43:00,352 I think you should allow her to seek her destiny. 481 00:43:00,354 --> 00:43:01,187 Hmm. 482 00:43:04,397 --> 00:43:07,204 And, is this the wisdom of my trusted mage? 483 00:43:07,206 --> 00:43:09,623 No, the advice of a friend. 484 00:43:16,446 --> 00:43:20,613 So be it, I will not interfere with her adventure. 485 00:43:22,460 --> 00:43:26,210 And, may she find the answers that she seeks. 486 00:43:49,561 --> 00:43:53,029 We better. 487 00:43:53,031 --> 00:43:54,630 Hey, want some? 488 00:43:54,632 --> 00:43:57,632 No, but I would like some answers. 489 00:44:01,808 --> 00:44:04,207 Perhaps you can assist us. 490 00:44:04,209 --> 00:44:05,887 We need to make it to Grayraven Castle 491 00:44:05,889 --> 00:44:08,430 for an audience with the king. 492 00:44:08,432 --> 00:44:11,912 The king would kill you if you set one foot on his land. 493 00:44:11,914 --> 00:44:13,741 I told you. 494 00:44:13,743 --> 00:44:16,547 But we bear an important message for him. 495 00:44:16,549 --> 00:44:19,675 The word of an Ebony Knight can never be trusted. 496 00:44:19,677 --> 00:44:22,677 Please, let's just get acquainted. 497 00:44:23,553 --> 00:44:27,518 Yes, I'll tell you the tale of how we all came together. 498 00:44:27,520 --> 00:44:29,020 Just don't sing. 499 00:44:31,018 --> 00:44:32,923 All of us here were destined to meet, 500 00:44:32,925 --> 00:44:35,811 to work together against the evil of the land. 501 00:44:35,813 --> 00:44:38,442 I was the first to be chosen by the Oracle. 502 00:44:38,444 --> 00:44:41,611 I've traveled with him for many years. 503 00:44:42,484 --> 00:44:44,234 Caldir here was next. 504 00:44:47,185 --> 00:44:49,704 We found him on the streets of Zan'Kul 505 00:44:49,706 --> 00:44:52,255 working with the Red Lotus Thieves Guild, 506 00:44:52,257 --> 00:44:54,590 but now he's a man of honor. 507 00:45:02,252 --> 00:45:03,835 You dropped that. 508 00:45:06,611 --> 00:45:07,611 All of it. 509 00:45:18,327 --> 00:45:19,160 Sorry. 510 00:45:22,523 --> 00:45:25,584 We met Shalomin while sailing the Black Seas. 511 00:45:25,586 --> 00:45:27,145 He assisted us during the Troll invasion 512 00:45:27,147 --> 00:45:29,230 of the Firestone Islands. 513 00:45:30,304 --> 00:45:32,363 It was there that the Oracle revealed to me 514 00:45:32,365 --> 00:45:34,782 that I had a greater destiny. 515 00:45:37,245 --> 00:45:39,745 And Reina, strong and proud. 516 00:45:41,195 --> 00:45:42,713 She joined us after we helped her tribe defeat 517 00:45:42,715 --> 00:45:45,979 the Ice Giants of the Everfrost Mountains. 518 00:45:45,981 --> 00:45:49,496 So, he just randomly gathers you on his travels? 519 00:45:49,498 --> 00:45:51,223 You misunderstand. 520 00:45:51,225 --> 00:45:54,489 He told each of us about each other before we ever met. 521 00:45:54,491 --> 00:45:57,413 Not only did he know where to find us, 522 00:45:57,415 --> 00:45:59,415 he knew when to find us. 523 00:46:00,286 --> 00:46:02,572 Just as he told us about you. 524 00:46:02,574 --> 00:46:05,741 Yes, a brave knight of the old code. 525 00:46:08,060 --> 00:46:10,143 The Grayraven Princess. 526 00:46:11,631 --> 00:46:13,280 Princess? 527 00:46:13,282 --> 00:46:16,699 Yes, two of them, one from the surface, 528 00:46:19,192 --> 00:46:21,598 and one from the underworld. 529 00:46:21,600 --> 00:46:22,433 What? 530 00:46:37,942 --> 00:46:38,859 Surprise. 531 00:46:39,908 --> 00:46:41,825 You've got to be joking. 532 00:46:41,827 --> 00:46:44,827 And now the gathering is complete. 533 00:46:46,986 --> 00:46:48,946 Gathered for what? 534 00:46:48,948 --> 00:46:52,362 That will require some explanation. 535 00:46:52,364 --> 00:46:54,364 But we have no time to waste. 536 00:46:54,366 --> 00:46:56,434 I'll have to tell you on the way. 537 00:46:56,436 --> 00:46:58,124 On the way to where? 538 00:46:58,126 --> 00:47:01,876 On the way to where we're going, of course. 539 00:47:05,176 --> 00:47:06,932 What is he talking about? 540 00:47:06,934 --> 00:47:08,128 We don't know. 541 00:47:08,130 --> 00:47:10,740 He does this all the time. 542 00:47:10,742 --> 00:47:14,159 If you wanna know more, we must follow. 543 00:47:34,835 --> 00:47:39,002 Why are we going to the final resting place of Galaron? 544 00:47:40,261 --> 00:47:42,761 To uncover mysteries untold. 545 00:47:45,169 --> 00:47:48,940 A hidden treasure chamber within his crypt. 546 00:47:48,942 --> 00:47:50,264 What treasure? 547 00:47:50,266 --> 00:47:52,508 Galaron had nothing as he passed. 548 00:47:52,510 --> 00:47:55,314 Right, he used the last of his gold to build the keep. 549 00:47:55,316 --> 00:47:59,790 True, but not all treasure was gold and jewels. 550 00:47:59,792 --> 00:48:01,292 Well, what then? 551 00:48:03,630 --> 00:48:04,463 Magic. 552 00:48:06,804 --> 00:48:07,887 Yes, magic. 553 00:48:09,138 --> 00:48:12,344 Magic that will give us the upper hand against Grayraven. 554 00:48:12,346 --> 00:48:15,429 Where did you get this information? 555 00:48:16,798 --> 00:48:19,464 From the Deep Elf Queen. 556 00:48:19,466 --> 00:48:20,542 If she knew of this, why didn't she 557 00:48:20,544 --> 00:48:23,350 just acquire the treasure for herself? 558 00:48:23,352 --> 00:48:25,681 The only known entrance is in a cave system 559 00:48:25,683 --> 00:48:27,904 that spans many miles. 560 00:48:27,906 --> 00:48:31,156 It is riddled with traps and guardians. 561 00:48:32,315 --> 00:48:34,405 Many of her warriors tried. 562 00:48:34,407 --> 00:48:35,990 None ever returned. 563 00:48:40,651 --> 00:48:44,523 But there is a second entrance within the crypt itself. 564 00:48:44,525 --> 00:48:47,512 An entrance that only we Ebony Knights can access. 565 00:48:47,514 --> 00:48:50,217 It will allow us to surpass the traps 566 00:48:50,219 --> 00:48:53,398 to reach the chamber and its treasure. 567 00:48:53,400 --> 00:48:55,317 What is the treasure? 568 00:49:03,165 --> 00:49:07,385 Over a thousand years ago was the great Dragon War 569 00:49:07,387 --> 00:49:08,776 where the mighty wyrms and their minions 570 00:49:08,778 --> 00:49:11,710 fought one another for domination of the world. 571 00:49:11,712 --> 00:49:14,884 The Dragons of Order and their Elven warriors 572 00:49:14,886 --> 00:49:17,656 greatly outnumbered the Dragons of Chaos 573 00:49:17,658 --> 00:49:19,898 and their Dwarven soldiers. 574 00:49:19,900 --> 00:49:22,983 The battles were fierce, but in time, 575 00:49:23,973 --> 00:49:26,390 the evil dragons were routed. 576 00:49:28,265 --> 00:49:30,275 Not ones to accept defeat, the Chaos Dragons 577 00:49:30,277 --> 00:49:32,587 were forced to perform an unholy ritual 578 00:49:32,589 --> 00:49:35,782 summoning Ahriman, a Dracolich, 579 00:49:35,784 --> 00:49:38,702 an undead dragon of enormous power. 580 00:49:38,704 --> 00:49:41,690 Upon being summoned, the Dracolich used its magic 581 00:49:41,692 --> 00:49:44,394 to reanimate the dead, raising all Chaos Dragons 582 00:49:44,396 --> 00:49:46,960 who had fallen in battle. 583 00:49:46,962 --> 00:49:50,374 With Ahriman leading them, the tide of the war turned, 584 00:49:50,376 --> 00:49:52,686 the Dragons of Order began to fall. 585 00:49:52,688 --> 00:49:56,194 The beast was not content in just killing them. 586 00:49:56,196 --> 00:49:58,968 It used its dark power to raise them, 587 00:49:58,970 --> 00:50:01,553 to turn them into the unliving. 588 00:50:05,613 --> 00:50:09,446 A fate far worse than death to a noble dragon. 589 00:50:10,796 --> 00:50:12,874 So the good dragons were defeated? 590 00:50:12,876 --> 00:50:15,462 Not entirely, a few escaped, 591 00:50:15,464 --> 00:50:19,329 led by Draconus, the oldest among them. 592 00:50:19,331 --> 00:50:23,488 Anticipating reprisal, Ahriman called up its magic 593 00:50:23,490 --> 00:50:25,974 to form a protective barrier. 594 00:50:25,976 --> 00:50:27,998 A barrier for what? 595 00:50:28,000 --> 00:50:31,228 A runic circle that repelled any dragon 596 00:50:31,230 --> 00:50:33,342 not under its control. 597 00:50:33,344 --> 00:50:35,673 They had no hope for revenge. 598 00:50:35,675 --> 00:50:37,399 So you would think. 599 00:50:37,401 --> 00:50:39,491 But they devised a plan. 600 00:50:39,493 --> 00:50:41,644 Using their combined magic, they transferred 601 00:50:41,646 --> 00:50:44,729 their very essence into seven swords. 602 00:50:45,580 --> 00:50:47,004 Why? 603 00:50:47,006 --> 00:50:49,705 Because in that form, they would not be victim 604 00:50:49,707 --> 00:50:52,210 to the Dracolich's defensive magic. 605 00:50:52,212 --> 00:50:54,064 And who would wield these swords? 606 00:50:54,066 --> 00:50:56,857 Seven brave heroes were chosen. 607 00:50:56,859 --> 00:50:58,642 Heroes who would carry them into battle 608 00:50:58,644 --> 00:51:00,838 against the Dracolich. 609 00:51:00,840 --> 00:51:04,585 Once it was destroyed, the spirits of those it possessed 610 00:51:04,587 --> 00:51:07,726 would be freed from their eternal prison. 611 00:51:07,728 --> 00:51:12,372 Glorious quest, to face the very heart of evil. 612 00:51:12,374 --> 00:51:13,207 Yes. 613 00:51:14,453 --> 00:51:17,051 Before the Chaos Dragons knew what was happening, 614 00:51:17,053 --> 00:51:18,904 many of them fell as the heroes fought their way 615 00:51:18,906 --> 00:51:21,114 to their intended target. 616 00:51:21,116 --> 00:51:24,110 After passing the gauntlet of its minions, 617 00:51:24,112 --> 00:51:26,768 they finally reached the Dracolich. 618 00:51:26,770 --> 00:51:31,012 So, sacrificing their physical forms was not in vain. 619 00:51:31,014 --> 00:51:33,818 They fought with valor, using the swords 620 00:51:33,820 --> 00:51:36,452 to deal immense damage. 621 00:51:36,454 --> 00:51:40,037 But one by one, they fell before the beast, 622 00:51:41,030 --> 00:51:44,364 their bodies strewn across the same battlefield 623 00:51:44,366 --> 00:51:46,616 of those they came to save. 624 00:51:50,083 --> 00:51:51,804 And the Dracolich? 625 00:51:51,806 --> 00:51:53,639 Badly hurt, it fled. 626 00:51:55,143 --> 00:51:59,498 And after the onslaught, only a few Chaos Dragons remained. 627 00:51:59,500 --> 00:52:01,763 But what does this have to do with the treasure? 628 00:52:01,765 --> 00:52:03,283 Be patient. 629 00:52:03,285 --> 00:52:07,452 If we ride hard, we will be at Galaron's crypt by nightfall. 630 00:52:12,921 --> 00:52:15,577 So, what does all this have to do with us? 631 00:52:15,579 --> 00:52:19,699 When the warriors died that day, the Earth itself 632 00:52:19,701 --> 00:52:22,618 opened up and reclaimed the swords. 633 00:52:23,593 --> 00:52:27,760 They were believed lost forever, but many years ago, 634 00:52:28,749 --> 00:52:31,348 they began to call to me. 635 00:52:31,350 --> 00:52:33,933 They told me to find seven more 636 00:52:35,017 --> 00:52:37,625 who were worthy to wield them. 637 00:52:37,627 --> 00:52:38,647 He means us. 638 00:52:38,649 --> 00:52:39,482 Yes. 639 00:52:41,491 --> 00:52:45,627 Guided by fragmented visions, I traveled across the land 640 00:52:45,629 --> 00:52:47,712 searching for all of you. 641 00:52:49,164 --> 00:52:51,922 Why now, after all these centuries? 642 00:52:51,924 --> 00:52:54,841 Your questions will have to wait. 643 00:53:00,320 --> 00:53:02,446 A ritual must be prepared. 644 00:53:18,634 --> 00:53:19,717 To Galaron, 645 00:53:22,764 --> 00:53:23,597 the brave. 646 00:53:42,595 --> 00:53:44,630 You all remember the tales of Xanthias, 647 00:53:44,632 --> 00:53:45,817 the dark mage who ruled the land 648 00:53:45,819 --> 00:53:48,126 till Galaron sent him to his grave. 649 00:53:48,128 --> 00:53:49,714 There's no need to remind us of that 650 00:53:49,716 --> 00:53:51,659 which we know so well. 651 00:53:51,661 --> 00:53:54,578 Yes, but what you may not know... 652 00:53:57,938 --> 00:54:01,605 Like us, Xanthias was a master of the craft. 653 00:54:03,814 --> 00:54:07,231 At one time Xanthias was an Ebony Knight. 654 00:54:08,702 --> 00:54:10,402 He was dismissed after Galaron discovered 655 00:54:10,404 --> 00:54:14,175 he was using the craft in the darkest of ways. 656 00:54:14,177 --> 00:54:16,268 During his quest for more power, 657 00:54:16,270 --> 00:54:18,659 Xanthias found the lair of Ahriman. 658 00:54:18,661 --> 00:54:21,475 Even after all these centuries, the Dracolich's body 659 00:54:21,477 --> 00:54:23,900 was misshapen and useless. 660 00:54:23,902 --> 00:54:26,017 The creature sensed the power of the craft 661 00:54:26,019 --> 00:54:29,663 and convinced Xanthias to become the vessel for its powers. 662 00:54:29,665 --> 00:54:30,998 Xanthias agreed. 663 00:54:32,734 --> 00:54:34,251 The Dracolich shed its body, 664 00:54:34,253 --> 00:54:38,163 and Xanthias carried its skull into battle. 665 00:54:38,165 --> 00:54:39,831 The Shield of the Dead. 666 00:54:42,593 --> 00:54:46,800 Yes, and because of his mastery of the craft, 667 00:54:46,802 --> 00:54:49,561 Xanthias was able to harness the power of the beast, 668 00:54:49,563 --> 00:54:52,063 power to control the unliving. 669 00:54:54,277 --> 00:54:56,173 You all know the rest of the story. 670 00:54:56,175 --> 00:54:58,770 Only one who is strong in the craft 671 00:54:58,772 --> 00:55:01,371 can use the Shield of the Dead. 672 00:55:01,373 --> 00:55:04,741 But Galaron destroyed the shield. 673 00:55:04,743 --> 00:55:06,336 No. 674 00:55:06,338 --> 00:55:08,777 That's what he led everyone to believe, 675 00:55:08,779 --> 00:55:10,353 but it couldn't be destroyed. 676 00:55:10,355 --> 00:55:14,606 It was far too powerful, so he concealed it. 677 00:55:14,608 --> 00:55:18,608 Is that why we're here, to recover the shield? 678 00:55:21,218 --> 00:55:22,051 Yes. 679 00:55:26,694 --> 00:55:30,861 With such an artifact, no one will dare stand against us. 680 00:55:32,420 --> 00:55:34,003 I'm sorry, Jeris. 681 00:55:36,731 --> 00:55:39,580 I believe in your vision, 682 00:55:39,582 --> 00:55:43,528 but I can take no part in unearthing such evil. 683 00:55:43,530 --> 00:55:45,530 I wouldn't ask you to. 684 00:55:46,507 --> 00:55:47,747 Then why are we here? 685 00:55:59,019 --> 00:55:59,890 What are you doing! 686 00:56:06,218 --> 00:56:07,654 Because I couldn't risk leaving 687 00:56:07,656 --> 00:56:10,184 even one of you alive to oppose me. 688 00:56:10,186 --> 00:56:14,772 You are not strong enough to defeat all of us. 689 00:56:14,774 --> 00:56:18,669 I already have. 690 00:56:21,858 --> 00:56:22,691 Poison. 691 00:56:45,143 --> 00:56:47,622 You dishonor the code. 692 00:56:47,624 --> 00:56:49,453 I spit on the code! 693 00:56:49,455 --> 00:56:52,157 It has done nothing but keep us from our destiny. 694 00:56:52,159 --> 00:56:53,660 Xanthias knew this. 695 00:56:53,662 --> 00:56:54,495 As do I. 696 00:57:07,122 --> 00:57:08,122 Surrender! 697 00:57:28,380 --> 00:57:29,877 I trusted you. 698 00:57:29,879 --> 00:57:31,646 You were a fool. 699 00:58:02,180 --> 00:58:05,263 Your guests have arrived, My Queen. 700 00:58:15,281 --> 00:58:18,448 They await you in the Council Chamber. 701 00:58:28,804 --> 00:58:30,125 We have returned to the place 702 00:58:30,127 --> 00:58:32,747 where the swords were born. 703 00:58:32,749 --> 00:58:35,285 And like the Phoenix, shall arise 704 00:58:35,287 --> 00:58:38,093 from the ashes of the past. 705 00:58:38,095 --> 00:58:38,928 Kneel. 706 00:59:08,063 --> 00:59:11,686 Forged in the hottest fires of the Earth, 707 00:59:11,688 --> 00:59:13,938 cooled in the deepest seas. 708 00:59:18,672 --> 00:59:21,007 They are unbreakable, 709 00:59:21,009 --> 00:59:22,676 and will never dull. 710 00:59:25,593 --> 00:59:27,477 Each possesses unique abilities 711 00:59:27,479 --> 00:59:30,062 that will assist you in combat. 712 00:59:33,786 --> 00:59:37,184 And defensive magic that will protect you from harm. 713 00:59:56,979 --> 01:00:00,933 You are now one with the seven words of Draconus. 714 01:00:00,935 --> 01:00:05,018 Whatever peril awaits, you will face it together. 715 01:00:14,814 --> 01:00:16,560 Why have I been kept waiting? 716 01:00:16,562 --> 01:00:19,059 And why have I had to share a table 717 01:00:19,061 --> 01:00:21,690 with these savage wretches? 718 01:00:27,350 --> 01:00:30,765 Yes, I was under the impression 719 01:00:30,767 --> 01:00:34,184 my marauders were alone in this alliance. 720 01:00:35,856 --> 01:00:38,257 Relax Skel'Odryn. 721 01:00:38,259 --> 01:00:41,261 Lord Aurin, we are all allies here. 722 01:00:41,263 --> 01:00:45,430 I will never align my warriors with such rabble. 723 01:00:46,880 --> 01:00:49,181 Neither will we. 724 01:00:49,183 --> 01:00:51,322 If you will not stand with us, 725 01:00:51,324 --> 01:00:54,657 then I will assume you stand against us. 726 01:00:58,073 --> 01:01:00,573 Very well, you may continue. 727 01:01:03,974 --> 01:01:06,830 My warriors and assassins have launched assaults 728 01:01:06,832 --> 01:01:09,506 on the surface kingdoms. 729 01:01:09,508 --> 01:01:11,342 So I've heard. 730 01:01:11,344 --> 01:01:15,255 Yet, you have not seized a single castle, 731 01:01:15,257 --> 01:01:18,613 nor have you secured any lands. 732 01:01:18,615 --> 01:01:23,259 No, but we have caused a great deal of discord 733 01:01:23,261 --> 01:01:25,511 among the humans and elves. 734 01:01:26,398 --> 01:01:29,653 Perfect, so you've angered them like hornets. 735 01:01:29,655 --> 01:01:33,822 Exactly, hornets that have left their nests unprotected. 736 01:01:36,428 --> 01:01:37,944 What do you mean? 737 01:01:37,946 --> 01:01:41,696 We're spreading them out, keeping them busy 738 01:01:43,190 --> 01:01:46,374 while our true plan is set into motion. 739 01:01:46,376 --> 01:01:48,459 And that plan would be? 740 01:01:49,596 --> 01:01:53,734 A full scale invasion of all the human 741 01:01:53,736 --> 01:01:55,319 and elven kingdoms, 742 01:01:56,554 --> 01:01:57,554 all at once, 743 01:01:58,992 --> 01:02:00,325 one clean sweep. 744 01:02:02,004 --> 01:02:04,096 Attacking them all at once? 745 01:02:04,098 --> 01:02:05,931 That would be suicide. 746 01:02:07,662 --> 01:02:10,604 I will not lend my reavers to you as fodder 747 01:02:10,606 --> 01:02:13,410 in such a reckless attack. 748 01:02:13,412 --> 01:02:17,148 We have another ally that will lead the attack, 749 01:02:17,150 --> 01:02:21,162 one whose army is greater than all of ours combined. 750 01:02:21,164 --> 01:02:21,995 Nonsense. 751 01:02:21,997 --> 01:02:23,747 No such force exists. 752 01:02:24,706 --> 01:02:25,706 What army? 753 01:02:27,948 --> 01:02:30,198 The legion of the fallen, 754 01:02:31,673 --> 01:02:35,404 raised with the power of the one who controls 755 01:02:35,406 --> 01:02:37,323 the Shield of the Dead. 756 01:02:40,239 --> 01:02:43,746 As we speak, the plan to recover the shield 757 01:02:43,748 --> 01:02:45,165 is well underway. 758 01:02:46,575 --> 01:02:48,597 Once it is in our possession, 759 01:02:48,599 --> 01:02:50,516 we will be unstoppable. 760 01:02:52,935 --> 01:02:56,601 And you are certain the shield can be obtained? 761 01:02:56,603 --> 01:02:57,436 Yes. 762 01:03:01,122 --> 01:03:05,205 My pride will join you for this final conquest. 763 01:03:26,028 --> 01:03:26,861 Go back. 764 01:03:27,870 --> 01:03:31,453 Death awaits those who cross the threshold. 765 01:03:59,113 --> 01:04:02,008 I do not know how you were able to cross the seals, 766 01:04:02,010 --> 01:04:04,260 but you do not belong here. 767 01:04:09,196 --> 01:04:11,309 Why have you come here, brother? 768 01:04:11,311 --> 01:04:13,289 I come for the Shield of the Dead. 769 01:04:13,291 --> 01:04:16,417 Have you uncovered the secret to its final destruction? 770 01:04:16,419 --> 01:04:20,246 Perhaps, but I must see it for myself. 771 01:04:20,248 --> 01:04:22,280 It lies with Galaron. 772 01:04:22,282 --> 01:04:24,523 I pray that you can dispose of it 773 01:04:24,525 --> 01:04:27,549 and release us from our eternal vigil. 774 01:05:20,398 --> 01:05:22,148 Oracle, what is it? 775 01:05:24,161 --> 01:05:25,515 Of course. 776 01:05:25,517 --> 01:05:27,793 I should have known. 777 01:05:27,795 --> 01:05:30,128 An evil lost has been found. 778 01:05:31,668 --> 01:05:34,418 An army long asleep shall awaken. 779 01:05:39,212 --> 01:05:40,712 Ahriman. 780 01:05:55,741 --> 01:05:58,658 That would not be wise. 781 01:05:59,604 --> 01:06:00,437 Galaron. 782 01:06:05,894 --> 01:06:08,477 A gift from the Silver Elves. 783 01:06:11,874 --> 01:06:14,446 I knew this day would come. 784 01:06:14,448 --> 01:06:18,815 And, once again, I would look into the eyes 785 01:06:18,817 --> 01:06:21,922 of one who was summoned by the shield. 786 01:06:21,924 --> 01:06:25,433 But, I did not think it would be one of our own. 787 01:06:25,435 --> 01:06:29,033 I seek to rebuild what you sacrificed. 788 01:06:29,035 --> 01:06:32,057 Do you think the answer lies within the shield? 789 01:06:32,059 --> 01:06:32,892 Yes. 790 01:06:34,622 --> 01:06:36,727 You are misguided. 791 01:06:36,729 --> 01:06:38,485 Do you not remember the code? 792 01:06:38,487 --> 01:06:40,689 Who are you to preach the code? 793 01:06:40,691 --> 01:06:43,108 You, sworn to protect a king, 794 01:06:44,314 --> 01:06:46,731 a king who died by your hand. 795 01:06:50,761 --> 01:06:54,928 So, you are using my sacrifice to justify your actions. 796 01:06:57,194 --> 01:07:01,068 Regardless of the power that brought you back, 797 01:07:01,070 --> 01:07:05,070 you're old, once again standing at death's gate. 798 01:07:06,141 --> 01:07:09,224 I have been through death's gate... 799 01:07:10,429 --> 01:07:11,262 twice. 800 01:07:12,971 --> 01:07:17,260 Do you intend to take the shield by force? 801 01:07:17,262 --> 01:07:18,095 I do. 802 01:07:20,960 --> 01:07:23,460 Then you leave me no choice. 803 01:07:26,155 --> 01:07:29,140 Our power has stopped all those 804 01:07:29,142 --> 01:07:30,761 who sought its evil. 805 01:07:37,801 --> 01:07:39,777 And, you are no different. 806 01:07:45,275 --> 01:07:49,025 Your power is legendary, but I am stronger. 807 01:07:50,887 --> 01:07:53,970 Physical conflict is not my tactic. 808 01:07:59,602 --> 01:08:01,852 I call upon all the spirits 809 01:08:03,140 --> 01:08:05,307 who serve me as guardians. 810 01:08:07,562 --> 01:08:11,301 In our final stand, let what remains 811 01:08:11,303 --> 01:08:12,720 of all our energy 812 01:08:14,768 --> 01:08:17,351 show him the error of his ways. 813 01:08:23,495 --> 01:08:25,576 Die. 814 01:08:25,578 --> 01:08:28,995 You will be punished, infidel. 815 01:08:30,312 --> 01:08:31,395 Die, traitor. 816 01:08:32,525 --> 01:08:33,608 You must die. 817 01:08:35,191 --> 01:08:39,358 You have brought us life and we are free, free. 818 01:08:44,103 --> 01:08:46,482 Arrogant fools. 819 01:08:46,484 --> 01:08:49,221 Death cannot take him from me. 820 01:08:49,223 --> 01:08:50,806 I am his salvation. 821 01:08:52,326 --> 01:08:53,659 And, he is mine. 822 01:08:57,452 --> 01:09:00,452 Oracle, Oracle, are you all right? 823 01:09:01,541 --> 01:09:04,208 Your vision, what did you see? 824 01:09:05,230 --> 01:09:07,862 The Shield of the Dead. 825 01:09:07,864 --> 01:09:08,697 What? 826 01:09:10,592 --> 01:09:13,005 How is that possible? 827 01:09:13,007 --> 01:09:15,507 Its power has been unleashed 828 01:09:16,445 --> 01:09:17,777 by an Ebony Knight. 829 01:09:19,600 --> 01:09:20,433 Jeris. 830 01:09:23,197 --> 01:09:24,596 And what of the other knights, 831 01:09:24,598 --> 01:09:26,848 the ones who ride with him? 832 01:09:28,867 --> 01:09:30,450 They have fallen. 833 01:09:37,859 --> 01:09:39,620 Is this the shield of legend? 834 01:09:39,622 --> 01:09:43,011 Yes, and with its power, he can raise 835 01:09:43,013 --> 01:09:45,846 thousands of the dead, maybe more. 836 01:09:47,959 --> 01:09:49,715 We need an army. 837 01:09:49,717 --> 01:09:52,531 No army can defeat this threat. 838 01:09:52,533 --> 01:09:56,366 That responsibility is yours, and yours alone. 839 01:09:57,620 --> 01:10:00,703 This is why the swords called for me. 840 01:10:01,898 --> 01:10:05,315 The Shield of the Dead must be destroyed. 841 01:10:19,838 --> 01:10:23,424 I was afraid you weren't coming. 842 01:10:23,426 --> 01:10:25,176 You have succeeded? 843 01:10:26,713 --> 01:10:27,976 Yes. 844 01:10:27,978 --> 01:10:29,395 And, the power? 845 01:10:31,940 --> 01:10:33,853 Intoxicating. 846 01:10:33,855 --> 01:10:37,022 You have it, but can you control it? 847 01:10:38,670 --> 01:10:40,753 Why don't you ask them? 848 01:10:47,468 --> 01:10:51,551 Today I begin building the army of my new empire. 849 01:10:53,598 --> 01:10:55,348 But first, hold them! 850 01:10:57,346 --> 01:10:59,365 What are you doing? 851 01:10:59,367 --> 01:11:01,034 Keeping a promise. 852 01:11:19,575 --> 01:11:23,742 As you can see, the magic in the swords is very powerful. 853 01:11:25,233 --> 01:11:26,587 How do we use it? 854 01:11:26,589 --> 01:11:29,006 A good grip, a swift swing. 855 01:11:31,255 --> 01:11:33,661 I think he's referring to the magic. 856 01:11:33,663 --> 01:11:36,246 Ah, it will emerge as needed. 857 01:11:37,516 --> 01:11:40,895 But before the swords will surrender their power to you, 858 01:11:40,897 --> 01:11:43,113 you must complete your task. 859 01:11:43,115 --> 01:11:44,784 How do we find the shield? 860 01:11:44,786 --> 01:11:48,016 Yes, and the man who wields it. 861 01:11:48,018 --> 01:11:51,073 They are both beyond the Devilspine Mountains, 862 01:11:51,075 --> 01:11:53,840 the final battleground of the Dragon War. 863 01:11:55,261 --> 01:11:57,528 Then we better move swiftly. 864 01:11:57,530 --> 01:11:59,150 We can be there in two days. 865 01:11:59,152 --> 01:12:00,046 No. 866 01:12:00,048 --> 01:12:02,852 You must arrive before nightfall tonight 867 01:12:02,854 --> 01:12:04,164 or it will be too late. 868 01:12:04,166 --> 01:12:06,428 How is that possible? 869 01:12:06,430 --> 01:12:09,580 I can create a portal that will get you close, 870 01:12:09,582 --> 01:12:12,858 but my magic cannot penetrate the veil of darkness 871 01:12:12,860 --> 01:12:15,443 that surrounds the battlefield. 872 01:12:17,000 --> 01:12:20,390 So we must travel through the Devilspine Mountains? 873 01:12:20,392 --> 01:12:22,748 Yes, and you must beware 874 01:12:22,750 --> 01:12:26,220 of the vile denizens that dwell there. 875 01:12:26,222 --> 01:12:29,142 You're not going with us, are you? 876 01:12:29,144 --> 01:12:29,977 No. 877 01:12:32,052 --> 01:12:35,101 This is a battle you must face alone. 878 01:12:35,103 --> 01:12:38,321 The fate of all of Ryntia rests in your hands. 879 01:13:17,058 --> 01:13:18,712 I thought the energy we wielded by tapping 880 01:13:18,714 --> 01:13:22,852 into our life force was the ultimate gift, 881 01:13:22,854 --> 01:13:27,021 but it is nothing compared to the anti-energy of death. 882 01:13:28,189 --> 01:13:31,439 I have never felt such limitless power. 883 01:13:37,482 --> 01:13:39,732 You served me well in life. 884 01:13:40,748 --> 01:13:44,415 Now, you will stand by my side for eternity. 885 01:13:46,878 --> 01:13:49,545 Begin the summoning. 886 01:13:54,158 --> 01:13:56,456 And, these, too? 887 01:13:56,458 --> 01:13:59,422 Is the spell of transformation complete? 888 01:13:59,424 --> 01:14:01,182 Soon. 889 01:14:01,184 --> 01:14:02,851 Begin the summoning. 890 01:14:32,641 --> 01:14:36,101 They heed your commands. 891 01:14:36,103 --> 01:14:38,020 Yes, I can feel them. 892 01:14:39,207 --> 01:14:40,957 They answer the call. 893 01:14:41,807 --> 01:14:43,140 They are coming. 894 01:14:45,073 --> 01:14:48,823 But, the walking dead are just the beginning. 895 01:14:50,557 --> 01:14:54,351 Yes, Tyranus and Sinder. 896 01:14:54,353 --> 01:14:56,783 They once served Xanthias. 897 01:14:56,785 --> 01:14:58,785 Now they will serve you. 898 01:16:03,287 --> 01:16:05,627 They never travel alone. 899 01:16:05,629 --> 01:16:07,939 You're just paranoid. 900 01:16:07,941 --> 01:16:08,774 Let's go. 901 01:16:25,969 --> 01:16:28,282 You cannot leave the confines of the circle 902 01:16:28,284 --> 01:16:30,502 unless I will it so. 903 01:16:37,330 --> 01:16:39,247 The skull of Ahriman. 904 01:16:40,393 --> 01:16:42,483 What is it you wish of us? 905 01:16:42,485 --> 01:16:46,235 I seek knowledge, a spell of transmutation. 906 01:16:47,071 --> 01:16:51,238 In exchange for this information, your sworn loyalty, 907 01:16:52,420 --> 01:16:55,899 I will sever the cords that bind you to the sub-planes. 908 01:16:55,901 --> 01:16:59,719 You would free us from our damnation? 909 01:16:59,721 --> 01:17:01,409 I would allow you to remain in this world 910 01:17:01,411 --> 01:17:03,411 as long as you serve me. 911 01:17:35,239 --> 01:17:36,572 Paranoid, huh? 912 01:17:49,682 --> 01:17:51,932 So, thanks for your help. 913 01:17:53,810 --> 01:17:56,727 I was trying to be inspirational. 914 01:17:59,033 --> 01:18:00,450 I was inspired. 915 01:18:13,215 --> 01:18:16,005 All has been prepared. 916 01:18:16,007 --> 01:18:20,174 With the rise of the moon, your transformation will begin. 917 01:18:33,685 --> 01:18:35,866 It doesn't look so bad. 918 01:18:35,868 --> 01:18:40,366 If I call upon my God, I may be able to banish them, 919 01:18:40,368 --> 01:18:42,286 but we need to get them close together. 920 01:18:42,288 --> 01:18:43,538 We need bait. 921 01:18:48,068 --> 01:18:50,178 Oh come on.... 922 01:18:50,180 --> 01:18:51,865 Take heart my friend. 923 01:18:51,867 --> 01:18:55,846 There's evil to vanquish and women to love. 924 01:18:55,848 --> 01:18:58,765 Can't we just do the second part? 925 01:19:06,886 --> 01:19:07,719 Anytime... 926 01:19:14,031 --> 01:19:14,952 One? 927 01:19:15,831 --> 01:19:17,081 One, that's it? 928 01:19:19,632 --> 01:19:23,148 I think it's time to get a new god! 929 01:20:10,414 --> 01:20:11,997 That wasn't so bad. 930 01:20:12,886 --> 01:20:13,969 Down there. 931 01:20:23,490 --> 01:20:25,737 They're being summoned. 932 01:20:25,739 --> 01:20:29,057 If we destroy the shield, the spell that animates the dead 933 01:20:29,059 --> 01:20:30,309 will be broken. 934 01:20:31,906 --> 01:20:33,495 Then, let's go. 935 01:21:46,048 --> 01:21:47,548 This must be it. 936 01:21:53,318 --> 01:21:54,985 Hand me that torch. 937 01:21:59,423 --> 01:22:02,387 This place reeks of death. 938 01:22:02,389 --> 01:22:06,222 Well, then I guess we're in the right place. 939 01:22:14,577 --> 01:22:15,410 Fools. 940 01:22:16,761 --> 01:22:18,261 We have intruders. 941 01:22:20,385 --> 01:22:22,370 I cannot wait for the moon to rise. 942 01:22:22,372 --> 01:22:25,084 I must cast the spell now. 943 01:22:25,086 --> 01:22:28,919 We will deal with these intruders. 944 01:22:30,639 --> 01:22:31,889 Destroy them! 945 01:22:45,853 --> 01:22:46,936 Which way? 946 01:22:53,802 --> 01:22:57,302 The wind travels freely both directions. 947 01:22:58,172 --> 01:22:59,849 We have no time. 948 01:22:59,851 --> 01:23:01,517 We should split up. 949 01:23:01,519 --> 01:23:02,828 I agree. 950 01:23:02,830 --> 01:23:06,702 Isabelle, Shalomin and I will go this way. 951 01:23:06,704 --> 01:23:10,832 If we hit a dead end, we'll double back and rejoin you. 952 01:23:10,834 --> 01:23:13,584 May the goddess protect us all. 953 01:23:15,688 --> 01:23:16,521 Ghar. 954 01:23:19,150 --> 01:23:20,688 Be careful. 955 01:23:20,690 --> 01:23:21,523 And you. 956 01:23:34,928 --> 01:23:35,822 Oh, hold on. 957 01:23:35,824 --> 01:23:37,157 Here, take that. 958 01:23:43,488 --> 01:23:45,135 Caldir, don't touch that. 959 01:23:45,137 --> 01:23:46,493 That's cave spider venom. 960 01:23:46,495 --> 01:23:47,367 Yeah, I know. 961 01:23:47,369 --> 01:23:48,814 Then you know how deadly it is. 962 01:23:48,816 --> 01:23:49,647 Yeah, yeah. 963 01:23:49,649 --> 01:23:50,515 Do you have anything to put it in? 964 01:23:50,517 --> 01:23:51,767 No, we don't. 965 01:23:52,725 --> 01:23:53,781 We do not have time for this. 966 01:23:53,783 --> 01:23:54,616 Let's go. 967 01:24:00,453 --> 01:24:02,258 Do you guys know how much this is worth? 968 01:24:02,260 --> 01:24:03,927 Come on. 969 01:24:09,981 --> 01:24:11,697 Looks like it opens up ahead. 970 01:24:11,699 --> 01:24:13,554 I sense more undead. 971 01:24:13,556 --> 01:24:15,371 That was to be expected. 972 01:24:15,373 --> 01:24:17,012 These are different. 973 01:24:17,014 --> 01:24:19,016 What do you mean, different? 974 01:24:19,018 --> 01:24:22,279 I'm not sure, but it doesn't matter. 975 01:24:22,281 --> 01:24:23,781 They bar our path. 976 01:24:27,040 --> 01:24:27,873 Wait. 977 01:24:30,935 --> 01:24:31,935 This symbol. 978 01:24:35,356 --> 01:24:37,189 I can sense it, too. 979 01:24:40,024 --> 01:24:42,332 This is the rune was used to banish the Dragons of Light 980 01:24:42,334 --> 01:24:44,084 during the great war. 981 01:24:45,285 --> 01:24:48,202 How could you possibly know that? 982 01:24:49,172 --> 01:24:50,922 My sword. 983 01:24:52,616 --> 01:24:54,283 They say it is so. 984 01:24:55,720 --> 01:24:57,846 Yeah, I didn't hear anything. 985 01:24:57,848 --> 01:24:58,846 We still have to destroy it. 986 01:24:58,848 --> 01:25:00,230 No. 987 01:25:00,232 --> 01:25:02,843 Disrupting a rune can be very dangerous. 988 01:25:02,845 --> 01:25:04,673 They're normally equipped with a defensive magic 989 01:25:04,675 --> 01:25:08,342 that will destroy anything that disturbs it. 990 01:25:09,707 --> 01:25:10,538 - Reina! - No! 991 01:25:10,540 --> 01:25:11,371 No! 992 01:25:12,214 --> 01:25:13,762 What's wrong with you? 993 01:25:13,764 --> 01:25:15,135 Did you not hear her? 994 01:25:15,137 --> 01:25:17,951 You could have killed all of us. 995 01:25:17,953 --> 01:25:18,953 The sword, 996 01:25:21,503 --> 01:25:23,170 beckoned the attack. 997 01:25:24,810 --> 01:25:26,559 Must be a girl thing. 998 01:25:26,561 --> 01:25:29,188 Your efforts are wasted. 999 01:25:29,190 --> 01:25:31,942 There are no more dragons in this world. 1000 01:25:37,005 --> 01:25:37,838 Ah, I see. 1001 01:25:41,404 --> 01:25:43,891 I sense their presence. 1002 01:25:43,893 --> 01:25:47,134 You destroyed it to appease the spirits 1003 01:25:47,136 --> 01:25:49,053 trapped in your blades. 1004 01:25:49,961 --> 01:25:51,044 How touching. 1005 01:25:53,993 --> 01:25:55,735 It seems the rune was not the only thing 1006 01:25:55,737 --> 01:25:57,331 they want us to destroy. 1007 01:26:04,311 --> 01:26:05,644 Ebony Knights. 1008 01:26:16,879 --> 01:26:20,296 Merely vessels animated with death magic. 1009 01:26:24,134 --> 01:26:24,967 I'm sorry. 1010 01:26:30,460 --> 01:26:32,210 That can't be good. 1011 01:26:39,753 --> 01:26:42,355 I sense you bring the stench of dragons 1012 01:26:42,357 --> 01:26:44,791 into the master's sanctum. 1013 01:26:44,793 --> 01:26:47,479 We carry the light that burns away the darkness 1014 01:26:47,481 --> 01:26:49,400 and those who dwell within it. 1015 01:26:49,402 --> 01:26:50,569 Brave words. 1016 01:26:51,564 --> 01:26:54,647 I will savor the taste of your flesh. 1017 01:26:58,894 --> 01:26:59,727 Kill them. 1018 01:30:16,497 --> 01:30:17,330 Yeah. 1019 01:30:35,236 --> 01:30:36,067 Is he... 1020 01:30:36,069 --> 01:30:37,104 He's gone. 1021 01:30:41,031 --> 01:30:45,468 I can draw upon my life force to heal his wounds, 1022 01:30:45,470 --> 01:30:48,453 but only if you can restore his spark of life. 1023 01:30:48,455 --> 01:30:49,357 I've questioned my faith. 1024 01:30:49,359 --> 01:30:50,190 I don't think... 1025 01:30:50,192 --> 01:30:51,775 Perhaps together. 1026 01:31:36,470 --> 01:31:37,803 What happened? 1027 01:31:39,250 --> 01:31:41,083 You were vanquished. 1028 01:31:42,355 --> 01:31:43,272 Let's go. 1029 01:31:58,822 --> 01:32:01,519 There, the shield must be there. 1030 01:32:12,118 --> 01:32:12,951 Mother? 1031 01:32:14,669 --> 01:32:17,214 You've made it this far. 1032 01:32:17,216 --> 01:32:18,383 I commend you. 1033 01:32:19,775 --> 01:32:22,084 But, you have no hope 1034 01:32:22,086 --> 01:32:24,836 against the Spirit of the Shield. 1035 01:32:27,179 --> 01:32:29,140 She's stalling. 1036 01:32:29,142 --> 01:32:31,136 Something's happening. 1037 01:32:33,269 --> 01:32:35,672 Step aside, witch. 1038 01:32:35,674 --> 01:32:37,757 You will not interfere. 1039 01:32:46,444 --> 01:32:48,493 Did you really think we'd come unprepared? 1040 01:32:50,656 --> 01:32:53,610 Your reign of terror ends here. 1041 01:32:59,376 --> 01:33:01,626 Our reign has just begun. 1042 01:33:16,898 --> 01:33:17,731 Ahriman. 1043 01:33:51,043 --> 01:33:53,189 (dragon growling 1044 01:33:54,235 --> 01:33:56,712 Reina wait! 1045 01:34:36,682 --> 01:34:38,481 Tar'i, no! 1046 01:34:38,483 --> 01:34:40,615 Over here, beast. 1047 01:34:42,875 --> 01:34:44,208 Ghar! 1048 01:34:47,347 --> 01:34:48,180 Jeris? 1049 01:34:55,410 --> 01:34:56,505 No! 1050 01:35:01,982 --> 01:35:04,247 Foolish mortals. 1051 01:35:04,249 --> 01:35:05,633 You cannot stop death. 1052 01:35:05,635 --> 01:35:08,218 Death, death, death is eternal. 1053 01:35:10,728 --> 01:35:12,728 My minions have arrived. 1054 01:35:48,011 --> 01:35:50,823 Feel the wrath of the code! 1055 01:36:16,350 --> 01:36:17,230 It's over. 1056 01:36:38,902 --> 01:36:41,329 The eighth dragon? 1057 01:36:41,331 --> 01:36:44,831 Yes, I am Draconus, the last of my kind. 1058 01:36:46,477 --> 01:36:49,473 You have cleansed the land of this evil 1059 01:36:49,475 --> 01:36:53,681 and freed those trapped within its grasp. 1060 01:36:53,683 --> 01:36:58,091 Your spirits are like those within the swords you possess, 1061 01:36:58,093 --> 01:36:59,343 my old friends. 1062 01:37:00,215 --> 01:37:04,739 In the hands of those worthy to become known as 1063 01:37:04,741 --> 01:37:06,158 the Seven Swords! 1064 01:37:54,859 --> 01:37:58,081 While my armies were chasing shadows, 1065 01:37:58,083 --> 01:38:02,693 you seven were vanquishing the threat at its source. 1066 01:38:02,695 --> 01:38:06,862 All the kingdoms of Ryntia will forever be in your debt. 1067 01:38:13,707 --> 01:38:16,699 I grant you a full pardon, 1068 01:38:16,701 --> 01:38:18,779 to you and to anyone that possesses the powers 1069 01:38:18,781 --> 01:38:20,031 that you wield. 1070 01:38:21,489 --> 01:38:25,572 I grant you land that you may rebuild your order. 1071 01:38:32,420 --> 01:38:36,587 Where there was evil, you broke the chains of hatred. 1072 01:38:38,846 --> 01:38:41,689 You found the strength to control your destiny, 1073 01:38:41,691 --> 01:38:44,691 an act that will never be forgotten. 1074 01:38:55,268 --> 01:38:56,351 I doubted you 1075 01:38:58,491 --> 01:38:59,824 and I was wrong. 1076 01:39:02,660 --> 01:39:06,177 From now on, 1077 01:39:06,179 --> 01:39:09,096 you will be known as Lady Isabelle, 1078 01:39:10,085 --> 01:39:13,418 a brave knight of the Grayraven Kingdom. 1079 01:39:21,041 --> 01:39:22,874 Rise Heroes of Ryntia! 1080 01:39:26,714 --> 01:39:27,797 I salute you. 1081 01:39:44,278 --> 01:39:49,278