High Entia History (Satorl Marsh - Sororal Statues)

Dunban: Those statues… Am I right in thinking they are of High Entia origin?
Melia: They are indeed. These are the Sororal Statues. They depict twin goddesses representing order and justice.
Dunban: A treacherous place to erect them.
Melia: This place was once used for our Coming-of-Age Ceremony.
Dunban: [Here?!] –
Melia: Yes, here! What are you trying to suggest?! This site is a stunning example of High Entia architectural skill.
Dunban: I can’t deny that.
Melia: Oh no…!
Dunban: What’s wrong, Melia?
Melia: Each statue is supposed to have an ether crystal on its chest. But one of them is missing!
Dunban: Thankfully, the other statue’s crystal is still present.
Melia: I wonder what happened…
Dunban: [It might have fallen off.] –
Melia: I have my doubts that such a thing is possible…
Dunban: Perhaps it was due to a flaw in the construction. Even the wise and skilled High Entia must have their off days.
Melia: Spare me your sarcasm, Dunban. Even if you are correct.
Dunban: Why don’t you replace the crystal? Bring the sisters back to glory! I’m sure you’re up to the task.
Melia: That is not a bad idea. What one sister has, the other craves. And we cannot have that!

Dunban: Those statues… Am I right in thinking they are of High Entia origin?
Melia: They are indeed. These are the Sororal Statues. They depict twin goddesses representing order and justice.
Dunban: A treacherous place to erect them.
Melia: This place was once used for our Coming-of-Age Ceremony.
Dunban: [Here?!] –
Melia: Yes, here! What are you trying to suggest?! This site is a stunning example of High Entia architectural skill.
Dunban: I can’t deny that.
Melia: Oh no…!
Dunban: What’s wrong, Melia?
Melia: Each statue is supposed to have an ether crystal on its chest. But one of them is missing!
Dunban: Thankfully, the other statue’s crystal is still present.
Melia: I wonder what happened…
Dunban: [Perhaps it was stolen.] + Many people with dubious reputations travel through here.
Melia: I have heard of such people. I don’t suppose we’ll ever see it again…
Dunban: Why don’t you replace it?
Melia: You’re right, Dunban. The twin goddesses of order and justice must look their part.
Dunban: Order and justice, huh? I am sure they’d be happy if you were to help them out.

Dunban: Those statues… Am I right in thinking they are of High Entia origin?
Melia: They are indeed. These are the Sororal Statues. They depict twin goddesses representing order and justice.
Dunban: A treacherous place to erect them.
Melia: This place was once used for our Coming-of-Age Ceremony.
Dunban: [That seems fitting.] +
Melia: Potential successors to the throne who came of age were left here. If they survived, they could return to the capital, triumphant.
Dunban: I see. So only the best specimens continued the imperial line. Ruthless but effective.
Melia: That is what I was told, at least. It was probably all just a formality.
Dunban: Of course. Fighting off the Satorl Guardian alone is no easy task.
Melia: However, I have heard of a former ruler who did see the task through.
Dunban: [An adventurous one, no doubt.] –
Melia: The participant has no choice in participating.
Dunban: Then it sounds as if they were simply being led to their death.
Melia: There must have been a reason for conducting the ceremony. Something that made it necessary in that particular case.
Dunban: Are you suggesting… this High Entia was of mixed blood?
Melia: Yes. The ceremony must have been needed to gain the people’s trust. Just as I faced the Tomb.
Dunban: Does this place remind you of the Tomb?
Melia: Yes. Of the hardship I faced there. And the friends that saved my life. I am forever grateful to you all.

Dunban: Those statues… Am I right in thinking they are of High Entia origin?
Melia: They are indeed. These are the Sororal Statues. They depict twin goddesses representing order and justice.
Dunban: A treacherous place to erect them.
Melia: This place was once used for our Coming-of-Age Ceremony.
Dunban: [That seems fitting.] +
Melia: Potential successors to the throne who came of age were left here. If they survived, they could return to the capital, triumphant.
Dunban: I see. So only the best specimens continued the imperial line. Ruthless but effective.
Melia: That is what I was told, at least. It was probably all just a formality.
Dunban: Of course. Fighting off the Satorl Guardian alone is no easy task.
Melia: However, I have heard of a former ruler who did see the task through.
Dunban: [A half-Homs like you?] +
Melia: Very astute, Dunban. Not a pleasant fact, but still true.
Dunban: I find it ironic. Goddesses of order and justice looking down with biased gazes.
Melia: Still, I can understand why the ceremony was necessary. It must have been the only way to secure the people’s trust.
Dunban: The same reason you faced the Tomb, right?
Melia: …
Dunban: Calm yourself, Melia. Whenever you feel afraid, know that we’re here to protect you.
Melia: I know, Dunban. You saved my life at the Tomb. I will never forget the debt I owe you and the others.