Advent of the Goddess Storyline Part 9
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This post is based on “The Advent of the Goddess”, the main storyline behind Mabinogi’s Storyline Quests. If you do not wish to find out about what happens next, feel free to return to the previous page and view other strategy guides.9. The Black Rose in Rabbie Dungeon
Priestess Kristell revealed that she was the Succubus. She was also curious about Tarlach’s whereabouts, but you could not tell her anything as Tarlach has asked you not to tell anyone where he is.
Your reason might have also had to do with the fact that she used to be a Fomor… and because you didn’t know much about Priestess Kristell. Priestess Kristell gave you an item which embodies her memory of Tarlach. In this episode, you will discover the past of Priestess Kristell and Tarlach.
1) Tarlach’s Prayer
View your inventory to check that you have acquired Tarlach’s Glasses Pouch.
[Tarlach's Glasses Pouch]
An old glasses pouch Kristell gave me to place on the altar in Rabbie dungeon. Judging by the stitched initials inside the pouch, it seems to belong to Tarlach. It's a rectangular leather pouch with a strap on the end, Kristell seems to have cherished this for a long time.
Place Tarlach’s Glasses Pouch on the altar when you are alone in Rabbie Dungeon.
You will be able to relive the event in Tarlach’s memory as Tarlach.
[Tarlach]
If my assumption is correct... then all those dungeons are really nothing more than one giant underground structure with different entrances... According to my analysis, the statue of the Goddess was not created to transport those who offer an item.
... Rather, it was designed to seal off certain areas of the dungeon, preventing travelers from entering them. The very area sealed off by the Goddess should contain the secret which leads to Tir Na Nog. A key to that place surely must exist.
The appearance of the Fomors is to ultimately find a way to Tir Na Nog. If we don't hurry, the Goddess' wish will not materialize. If the Goddess sealed off an area, then that means it must be a very dangerous place. We need to brace ourselves for what might be ahead.
You can hear Tarlach’s prayer once he finishes his monologue.
[Tarlach]
Oh, Goddess, please help me. I seek to enter the area which you have sealed off. Grant me with your blessings.
Steady my trembling hands as I examine your statue and grant me the wisdom to discover the sealed area. Allow me to enter that sealed place, that I may have the honor of rescuing you. Protect Mari and Ruairi as they accompany me. May your blessings protect us all.
You can proceed when Tarlach finishes his prayer.
* Wait! Have you checked your Inventory?
Note that the item you placed on the altar of the goddess is still in your Inventory.
You will see that the pre-existing description of “Tarlach’s Glasses Pouch” has changed. This is because the present viewpoint differs from that of the past.
You are currently in Tarlach’s memory, so the item is being described from Tarlach’s perspective.
[Worn Glasses Pouch]
Glasses pouch made of leather. Although it is fairly old, since there's hardly any occasion to take off the glasses, it is seldom used.
2) Kristell
As you proceed in the dungeon as Tarlach, you will reach the Boss Room at the end. You will hear a beautiful sound of music when you open the door of the Boss Room.
La La…La La...
Drop the sword when you come running back to me.
As I approach you
it breaks my heart to see
my vulnerable self reflected on the blade
La La... La La...
The moment you first entered my chamber,
I was actually not a bit surprised.
For I knew your love was already
deep inside my heart..
La La... La La...
Don't close your eyes.
Let me stay forever lost in your eyes...
For you are my master...
My master...
The master of a Black Rose...
[Kristell]
Were you listening? It's a song I wrote for you.
[Tarlach]
I am well aware of the fame of your beauty and wisdom.However, I do not wish to hear your song made to lure humans.
[Kristell]
.....
Is that so? This is the fifth time you have come here. If you are not coming here to see me like other adventurers, then what is it that you are searching for?
[Tarlach]
I am searching for Tir Na Nog. I'm sure the path is hiding somewhere in this complex maze...
[Kristell]
You are truly a strange man. However, I am still a Fomor. Regardless of what you come here for, I can't just let you pass. You may beat me like last time, but I'll still challenge you.
[Tarlach]
Isn't it the adventurer that’s supposed to do the challenging? Very well...If that's what you wish for, I won't back down either.
[Kristell]
Today is your last day. You've beaten me every time before, but today, I will defeat you.
However…
[Tarlach]
However?
[Kristell]
...If I beat you...then I want you to let me love you...
[Tarlach]
I know that you are not evil deep down inside. Still, I am a Druid...I can't do that...
[Kristell]
I’ll still do my best.
[Tarlach]
...
When the conversation between Tarlach and Kristell ends, a battle will begin.
A Druid and a Fomor… Although Kristell has professed her love, your desire to rescue the Goddess is much too strong, and you cannot betray Ruairi and Mari. There is nothing you can do but to defeat Kristell.
...You don’t really seem hesitant to defeat Kristell… charging your Fireball 5 times and all, ha ha.
3) A Long Distance Apart
When you defeat Kristell, you can hear their conversation.
[Tarlach]
Will you let me pass this time?
[Kristell]
...
[Tarlach]
I’m sorry. Just as I knew you had no intentions to kill me, I too, had no desire to harm you.
[Kristell]
But I really did want to win. That way you would have accepted my love...
[Tarlach]
Love is not about completely overpowering the other person.
[Kristell]
Why not? Don't men always try to conquer women?
[Tarlach]
I don't know if all the men who came to you tried to earn your love by defeating you in a battle... but don't assume that that's what love is all about..
[Kristell]
......
[Tarlach]
I must go now.
Kristell... She has become a target for the Humans merely because of the fact that she is a beautiful Fomor, Succubus.
But, unlike her victims, she sincerely fell in love with Tarlach and approached him the way the Humans have approached and challenged her—with power.
Tarlach, a Druid... Kristell, a Fomor. They are a long distance apart… too far to overcome.
This is Kristell’s heartbreaking past…
In the next episode, you’ll delve deeper into the past that reveals Kristell’s relationship with Tarlach.
[Note 1]
Did you lose the Glasses Pouch Kristell gave you? Speak with Kristell again. You can receive RP items by talking to the NPC who initially gave you the item. However, note that you will not be given the Red Wing of the Goddess.