Английский:
<id1091375#>[-1_12_1]Kasumi Tobuki[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 22[-1_2]Height: 5'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The youngest member of Dominion Central Command, Kasumi stands in for Tachinami whenever he is engaged with other business, delivering orders to and coordinating time for Class Zero. She is mature and brilliant beyond her years, having already proven her prowess in the field. Gentle but firm, Kasumi functions less like a liaison and more like a big sister to Class Zero. They value her friendship and her guidance during the toughest of missions.<#>

<id1091375#>[-1_12_1]Kasumi Tobuki[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 22[-1_2]Height: 5'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The youngest member of Dominion Central Command, Kasumi stands in for Tachinami whenever he is engaged with other business, delivering orders to and coordinating time for Class Zero. She is mature and brilliant beyond her years, having already proven her prowess in the field. Gentle but firm, Kasumi functions less like a liaison and more like a big sister to Class Zero. They value her friendship and her guidance during the toughest of missions.<#>

Английский:
<id1091376#>Tokito<#>

<id1091376#>Tokito<#>

Английский:
<id1091377#>[-1_12_1]Tokito Oginaga[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 23[-1_2]Height: 5'10<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A gentle and mild-mannered guy, Tokito never dreamt of joining the dominion legions, but he decided to enlist out of a desire to serve his country. One might also suspect, however, that he may have also joined the legions in order to impress Emina Hanaharu, a cadet-turned-instructor at Akademeia. He caught a glimpse of her on his initial visit to the school, and it was love at first sight. Although normally rather reserved, Tokito grabs the behemoth by the horns as far as Emina is concerned, surprising all those around him.<#>

<id1091377#>[-1_12_1]Tokito Oginaga[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 23[-1_2]Height: 5'10<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A gentle and mild-mannered guy, Tokito never dreamt of joining the dominion legions, but he decided to enlist out of a desire to serve his country. One might also suspect, however, that he may have also joined the legions in order to impress Emina Hanaharu, a cadet-turned-instructor at Akademeia. He caught a glimpse of her on his initial visit to the school, and it was love at first sight. Although normally rather reserved, Tokito grabs the behemoth by the horns as far as Emina is concerned, surprising all those around him.<#>

Английский:
<id1091378#>Marshal Aulstyne<#>

<id1091378#>Marshal Aulstyne<#>

Английский:
<id1091379#>[-1_12_1]Cid Aulstyne[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 47[-1_2]Height: 5'11<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Crafty and charismatic, Cid Aulstyne once only held the reins of the imperial army. In a bid for power, however, the grand marshal used his influence to launch a [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23]. He successfully incarcerated the emperor, seizing control of both the Militesi Empire and its affiliated White Peristylium.[-1_2][-1_2]Since taking over, he has directed the design and development of new armaments, personally helping produce teknology allowing the empire to seize the Crystals of the other nations of Orience. He has already taken his own nation's White Tiger Crystal hostage and begun forcing its l'Cie to do his bidding. Moreover, he has already made clear his designs on the other three Crystals, so it is only a matter of time until he acts on those intentions.<#>

<id1091379#>[-1_12_1]Cid Aulstyne[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 47[-1_2]Height: 5'11<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Crafty and charismatic, Cid Aulstyne once only held the reins of the imperial army. In a bid for power, however, the grand marshal used his influence to launch a [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23]. He successfully incarcerated the emperor, seizing control of both the Militesi Empire and its affiliated White Peristylium.[-1_2][-1_2]Since taking over, he has directed the design and development of new armaments, personally helping produce teknology allowing the empire to seize the Crystals of the other nations of Orience. He has already taken his own nation's White Tiger Crystal hostage and begun forcing its l'Cie to do his bidding. Moreover, he has already made clear his designs on the other three Crystals, so it is only a matter of time until he acts on those intentions.<#>

Английский:
<id1091380#>[-1_12_1]The Militesi Empire[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Nominally speaking, the Militesi Empire is a totalitarian Crystal-State with an emperor at its helm. However, when the current emperor pulled a mysterious disappearing act, Marshal Cid Aulstyne conveniently stepped in to take control.[-1_2][-1_2]Unlike the other nations of Orience, the people of Milites do not serve the White Peristylium. Rather, the White Tiger Crystal exists solely to provide abundant energy to the populace. When Cid Aulstyne seized the reins of power, one of his first orders of business was absorbing the peristylium into the imperial government. As expected, his proposal was met with little resistance.[-1_2][-1_2]In other nations, only those chosen by their respective Crystal have access to its power. In Milites, however, scientists developed teknology by which they could extract energy from the White Tiger Crystal and harness it to mass-produce guns, magitek armor, and other armaments. Thanks to this nigh unlimited source of power, the empire has succeeded in mobilizing millions of troopers and overwhelming the other Crystal-States with their incredible numbers.<#>

<id1091380#>[-1_12_1]The Militesi Empire[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Nominally speaking, the Militesi Empire is a totalitarian Crystal-State with an emperor at its helm. However, when the current emperor pulled a mysterious disappearing act, Marshal Cid Aulstyne conveniently stepped in to take control.[-1_2][-1_2]Unlike the other nations of Orience, the people of Milites do not serve the White Peristylium. Rather, the White Tiger Crystal exists solely to provide abundant energy to the populace. When Cid Aulstyne seized the reins of power, one of his first orders of business was absorbing the peristylium into the imperial government. As expected, his proposal was met with little resistance.[-1_2][-1_2]In other nations, only those chosen by their respective Crystal have access to its power. In Milites, however, scientists developed teknology by which they could extract energy from the White Tiger Crystal and harness it to mass-produce guns, magitek armor, and other armaments. Thanks to this nigh unlimited source of power, the empire has succeeded in mobilizing millions of troopers and overwhelming the other Crystal-States with their incredible numbers.<#>

Английский:
<id1091381#>[-1_12_1]The Man Known as Cid Aulstyne[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Cid Aulstyne was a precocious child blessed with numerous talents. Even in his youth, he questioned the nation's pious devotion to a Crystal that failed to serve its people. All around him, he watched innocent people starve and prosperous cities fall to ruin in spite of their unwavering faith. How could they continue to worship an entity which spurned its followers so callously? What future did Orience have so long as her people depended upon gods who led them to their demise? The contradictions surrounding Cid fostered within him a hatred of the four Crystals and any other beings deemed <Q>deities.<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]It was this selfsame mistrust of higher powers that spurred Cid to take action towards the unification of Orience—not under a Crystal, but a human being. Thus, when Tempus Finis arrived and a mysterious masked figure attempted to appoint him as <Q>Judge,<Q> Cid refused, deciding to die as a man rather than serve as a tool of the gods. Even in death, however, Cid was powerless to resist, and he was ultimately reborn as the Great Rursan Arbiter. Devoid of his soul and consumed by his newly designated Focus, Cid towered over Class Zero in the depths of Pandçmonium.[-1_2][-1_2]When Cinque pondered what this Judge's motives might be, Queen attempted to provide an answer, but her conjecture was only half-correct. The Focus he received from the Crystal was to harvest the phantoma of all those who stood before him in hopes of becoming the savior Agito.<#>

<id1091381#>[-1_12_1]The Man Known as Cid Aulstyne[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Cid Aulstyne was a precocious child blessed with numerous talents. Even in his youth, he questioned the nation's pious devotion to a Crystal that failed to serve its people. All around him, he watched innocent people starve and prosperous cities fall to ruin in spite of their unwavering faith. How could they continue to worship an entity which spurned its followers so callously? What future did Orience have so long as her people depended upon gods who led them to their demise? The contradictions surrounding Cid fostered within him a hatred of the four Crystals and any other beings deemed <Q>deities.<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]It was this selfsame mistrust of higher powers that spurred Cid to take action towards the unification of Orience—not under a Crystal, but a human being. Thus, when Tempus Finis arrived and a mysterious masked figure attempted to appoint him as <Q>Judge,<Q> Cid refused, deciding to die as a man rather than serve as a tool of the gods. Even in death, however, Cid was powerless to resist, and he was ultimately reborn as the Great Rursan Arbiter. Devoid of his soul and consumed by his newly designated Focus, Cid towered over Class Zero in the depths of Pandçmonium.[-1_2][-1_2]When Cinque pondered what this Judge's motives might be, Queen attempted to provide an answer, but her conjecture was only half-correct. The Focus he received from the Crystal was to harvest the phantoma of all those who stood before him in hopes of becoming the savior Agito.<#>

Английский:
<id1091382#>General Bashtar<#>

<id1091382#>General Bashtar<#>

Английский:
<id1091383#>[-1_12_1]Qator Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 28[-1_2]Height: 6'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A member of the Militesi nobility and a brigadier general in the imperial army, Qator Bashtar serves as Marshal Aulstyne's right-hand man—but not, perhaps, without some reservations. Nevertheless, General Bashtar is the finest MA pilot in the empire, and he often assists in the development of new models by testing them out himself. In spite of his rank, he also accompanies his men out on the front lines, often turning the tide of battle with his own two hands. His military prowess has earned him several epithets such as <Q>White Thunder,<Q> <Q>the White Reaper,<Q> and <Q>the Unscathed.<Q><#>

<id1091383#>[-1_12_1]Qator Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 28[-1_2]Height: 6'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A member of the Militesi nobility and a brigadier general in the imperial army, Qator Bashtar serves as Marshal Aulstyne's right-hand man—but not, perhaps, without some reservations. Nevertheless, General Bashtar is the finest MA pilot in the empire, and he often assists in the development of new models by testing them out himself. In spite of his rank, he also accompanies his men out on the front lines, often turning the tide of battle with his own two hands. His military prowess has earned him several epithets such as <Q>White Thunder,<Q> <Q>the White Reaper,<Q> and <Q>the Unscathed.<Q><#>

Английский:
<id1091384#>[-1_12_1]The Man Known as Qator Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Born into nobility, Qator Bashtar proved himself an extremely talented MA pilot at an early age. Higher-ups in the imperial army took note of his myriad military accomplishments, and Qator earned a great promotion and the honor of becoming the youngest brigadier general in the empire's history. However, while most stories about Qator are rooted in truth, a number of them have been exaggerated and reshaped into fascinating tales that serve as military propaganda.[-1_2][-1_2]Qator being of noble descent, for example, is a proven fact: the Bashtar family is a branch of the imperial household, and Qator himself is currently eighth in line to ascend the throne. However, he began to distance himself from the imperial house, troubled by the emperor's deplorable laziness and his government's tendency toward inaction. Thus, Qator decided to forsake his royal status and enlist in the imperial army as a common soldier.[-1_2][-1_2]Although his intentions were good, the other troopers kept their distance from the blue-blooded greenhorn, and his efforts to enact change in the empire from the ground up proved futile. It was only when Cid Aulstyne took Qator under his wing and appointed him as his direct subordinate that the young soldier savored his first taste of success. Qator also came into contact with someone he felt truly understood him, and this certain someone is often seen with him on the field of battle.<#>

<id1091384#>[-1_12_1]The Man Known as Qator Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Born into nobility, Qator Bashtar proved himself an extremely talented MA pilot at an early age. Higher-ups in the imperial army took note of his myriad military accomplishments, and Qator earned a great promotion and the honor of becoming the youngest brigadier general in the empire's history. However, while most stories about Qator are rooted in truth, a number of them have been exaggerated and reshaped into fascinating tales that serve as military propaganda.[-1_2][-1_2]Qator being of noble descent, for example, is a proven fact: the Bashtar family is a branch of the imperial household, and Qator himself is currently eighth in line to ascend the throne. However, he began to distance himself from the imperial house, troubled by the emperor's deplorable laziness and his government's tendency toward inaction. Thus, Qator decided to forsake his royal status and enlist in the imperial army as a common soldier.[-1_2][-1_2]Although his intentions were good, the other troopers kept their distance from the blue-blooded greenhorn, and his efforts to enact change in the empire from the ground up proved futile. It was only when Cid Aulstyne took Qator under his wing and appointed him as his direct subordinate that the young soldier savored his first taste of success. Qator also came into contact with someone he felt truly understood him, and this certain someone is often seen with him on the field of battle.<#>

Английский:
<id1091385#>[-1_12_1]The House of Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Qator had a sister four years his junior. She was born with a debilitating condition, and Qator—being the closest in age—was often charged with looking after her. He loved his sister dearly, and it is thus cruel irony that he was the one responsible for setting off the chain of events that resulted in her untimely death.[-1_2][-1_2]Although Qator's memories of his late sister have long since vanished, her visage still remains prominently featured in a portrait painted of the Bashtar family during more peaceful times. Some insist she bears a striking resemblance to a certain dominion orderly...<#>

<id1091385#>[-1_12_1]The House of Bashtar[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Qator had a sister four years his junior. She was born with a debilitating condition, and Qator—being the closest in age—was often charged with looking after her. He loved his sister dearly, and it is thus cruel irony that he was the one responsible for setting off the chain of events that resulted in her untimely death.[-1_2][-1_2]Although Qator's memories of his late sister have long since vanished, her visage still remains prominently featured in a portrait painted of the Bashtar family during more peaceful times. Some insist she bears a striking resemblance to a certain dominion orderly...<#>

Английский:
<id1091386#>Nimbus<#>

<id1091386#>Nimbus<#>

Английский:
<id1091387#>[-1_12_1]Real Name: Unknown[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 6'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]This Primus l'Cie has gradually lost his humanity over his near-hundred-year life, leaving behind only absolute obedience to the White Tiger Crystal and nothing else. Now that Marshal Aulstyne has taken the Crystal hostage, however, Nimbus answers only to Cid. He hides his face and his emotions behind an intimidating mask, and many in the army find his extremely taciturn nature to be unsettling. In combat, Nimbus generates a portal in midair and unleashes arrows of compressed light. He occasionally compresses this radiant energy to wield as a sword.<#>

<id1091387#>[-1_12_1]Real Name: Unknown[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 6'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]This Primus l'Cie has gradually lost his humanity over his near-hundred-year life, leaving behind only absolute obedience to the White Tiger Crystal and nothing else. Now that Marshal Aulstyne has taken the Crystal hostage, however, Nimbus answers only to Cid. He hides his face and his emotions behind an intimidating mask, and many in the army find his extremely taciturn nature to be unsettling. In combat, Nimbus generates a portal in midair and unleashes arrows of compressed light. He occasionally compresses this radiant energy to wield as a sword.<#>

Английский:
<id1091388#>[-1_12_1]Calamity of the Crystals[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]The world of Orience is given a set life span. In order to avoid the apocalypse, one of two conditions must be fulfilled: the coming of the savior Agito, or the consummation of all souls. Thus, sensing the Crystals' bloodcurdling cry as a harbinger of Tempus Finis, Nimbus vanished. Where he went and what he did remains unclear, but in a world on the verge of creating itself anew, he feared for his own existence, a remnant of an era long gone. Some speculate he fulfilled a Focus of his own choosing, then quietly found repose in solitude.<#>

<id1091388#>[-1_12_1]Calamity of the Crystals[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]The world of Orience is given a set life span. In order to avoid the apocalypse, one of two conditions must be fulfilled: the coming of the savior Agito, or the consummation of all souls. Thus, sensing the Crystals' bloodcurdling cry as a harbinger of Tempus Finis, Nimbus vanished. Where he went and what he did remains unclear, but in a world on the verge of creating itself anew, he feared for his own existence, a remnant of an era long gone. Some speculate he fulfilled a Focus of his own choosing, then quietly found repose in solitude.<#>

Английский:
<id1091389#>Qun'mi<#>

<id1091389#>Qun'mi<#>

Английский:
<id1091390#>[-1_12_1]Qun'mi Tru'e[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 24[-1_2]Height: 5'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The Secundus l'Cie of the White Tiger Crystal, Qun'mi possesses the special ability to manipulate all sorts of armaments and amplify their powers beyond mortal limits. Confident and perhaps even conceited, she does not take kindly to being outdone or upstaged. That said, she has not been a l'Cie for very long, so she has acquiesced to her current position—for now.<#>

<id1091390#>[-1_12_1]Qun'mi Tru'e[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 24[-1_2]Height: 5'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The Secundus l'Cie of the White Tiger Crystal, Qun'mi possesses the special ability to manipulate all sorts of armaments and amplify their powers beyond mortal limits. Confident and perhaps even conceited, she does not take kindly to being outdone or upstaged. That said, she has not been a l'Cie for very long, so she has acquiesced to her current position—for now.<#>

Английский:
<id1091391#>[-1_12_1]Engine Nine: A Replacement for Qun'mi[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]These two terms, frequently tossed around in Marshal Aulstyne's conversations with his subordinates, refer to an artificial replacement for the l'Cie Qun'mi. She possesses the ability to amplify the power of magitek armor and all other machines running on energy drawn from the Crystal. Beginning with the prototype Zero Engine, imperial scientists produced nine failed attempts to emulate Qun'mi's gift, ultimately resulting in the creation of the successful tenth model, also known as <Q>Engine Nine.<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Ironically, the teknology of Engine Nine and its predecessors is also employed in crystal jammers and other devices designed to suppress the power of the Crystals. Moreover, Qun'mi was initially involved in the development of the same teknology that would eventually develop into her replacement. Before she became a l'Cie, Qun'mi worked as an imperial scientist. Marshal Aulstyne recognized her brilliance and took her under his wing. She, in turn, looked up to him as a father figure. Thus, when the White Tiger Crystal chose her as its new servant, she was more than willing to lend her powers to assist in the research and development of the Zero Engine and—ultimately—her own successor.<#>

<id1091391#>[-1_12_1]Engine Nine: A Replacement for Qun'mi[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]These two terms, frequently tossed around in Marshal Aulstyne's conversations with his subordinates, refer to an artificial replacement for the l'Cie Qun'mi. She possesses the ability to amplify the power of magitek armor and all other machines running on energy drawn from the Crystal. Beginning with the prototype Zero Engine, imperial scientists produced nine failed attempts to emulate Qun'mi's gift, ultimately resulting in the creation of the successful tenth model, also known as <Q>Engine Nine.<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Ironically, the teknology of Engine Nine and its predecessors is also employed in crystal jammers and other devices designed to suppress the power of the Crystals. Moreover, Qun'mi was initially involved in the development of the same teknology that would eventually develop into her replacement. Before she became a l'Cie, Qun'mi worked as an imperial scientist. Marshal Aulstyne recognized her brilliance and took her under his wing. She, in turn, looked up to him as a father figure. Thus, when the White Tiger Crystal chose her as its new servant, she was more than willing to lend her powers to assist in the research and development of the Zero Engine and—ultimately—her own successor.<#>

Английский:
<id1091392#>[-1_12_1]Her Focus from the Crystal[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]After Class Zero thwarted the empire's invasion of Akademeia, the injured Qun'mi made her way to Lorica to join Operation Northern Dawn—the bombing of Lorica. The mission proceeded according to plan: Qun'mi used her talents to activate and amplify the power of the prototype Ultima Bomb, and the enhanced explosive succeeded in erasing the alliance from the face of Orience. However, due to a grave miscalculation and the instability of the bomb itself, Qun'mi got caught in the blast and fused to the Lorican landscape.[-1_2][-1_2]She remained alone, embedded in the craggy terrain, until the White Tiger Crystal led Machina to her location. Although Cid Aulstyne was suppressing the Crystal's voice, she heard the White Tiger cry out to her: <Q>Give him your claws.<Q> Thus, Qun'mi transferred her powers to Machina, and she entered crystal stasis right there, resting among the rocks.<#>

<id1091392#>[-1_12_1]Her Focus from the Crystal[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]After Class Zero thwarted the empire's invasion of Akademeia, the injured Qun'mi made her way to Lorica to join Operation Northern Dawn—the bombing of Lorica. The mission proceeded according to plan: Qun'mi used her talents to activate and amplify the power of the prototype Ultima Bomb, and the enhanced explosive succeeded in erasing the alliance from the face of Orience. However, due to a grave miscalculation and the instability of the bomb itself, Qun'mi got caught in the blast and fused to the Lorican landscape.[-1_2][-1_2]She remained alone, embedded in the craggy terrain, until the White Tiger Crystal led Machina to her location. Although Cid Aulstyne was suppressing the Crystal's voice, she heard the White Tiger cry out to her: <Q>Give him your claws.<Q> Thus, Qun'mi transferred her powers to Machina, and she entered crystal stasis right there, resting among the rocks.<#>

Английский:
<id1091393#>[-1_12_1]Qun'mi's l'Cie Stone[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]This sucks... Someone finally goes outta their way to talk to me, and what do I get? <Q>Gimme gimme gimme.<Q> Hah! I don't owe you anything. Clearly you don't know the first thing about me because I'm all about stealing. I want to make it all mine—to make [-1_22_2]him[-1_23] all mine...but it's too late for that. I might as well just complete my Focus and get this over with. I'm giving you all the power I've got, little boy. Don't screw this up.<#>

<id1091393#>[-1_12_1]Qun'mi's l'Cie Stone[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]This sucks... Someone finally goes outta their way to talk to me, and what do I get? <Q>Gimme gimme gimme.<Q> Hah! I don't owe you anything. Clearly you don't know the first thing about me because I'm all about stealing. I want to make it all mine—to make [-1_22_2]him[-1_23] all mine...but it's too late for that. I might as well just complete my Focus and get this over with. I'm giving you all the power I've got, little boy. Don't screw this up.<#>

Английский:
<id1091394#>Incognitus<#>

<id1091394#>Incognitus<#>

Английский:
<id1091395#>[-1_12_1]Incognitus[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: Unknown[-1_2][-1_2]This l'Cie appeared out of nowhere amidst a rapidly escalating conflict between the empire and the dominion. Though Incognitus dons the same mask Qun'mi once wore, his true identity remains veiled in mystery. In addition to inheriting his predecessor's ability to manipulate machinery, he also boasts incredible battle prowess. Incognitus was even able to withstand Alexander's Divine Light unscathed simply by amplifying the magic barriers on General Bashtar's MA.<#>

<id1091395#>[-1_12_1]Incognitus[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: Unknown[-1_2][-1_2]This l'Cie appeared out of nowhere amidst a rapidly escalating conflict between the empire and the dominion. Though Incognitus dons the same mask Qun'mi once wore, his true identity remains veiled in mystery. In addition to inheriting his predecessor's ability to manipulate machinery, he also boasts incredible battle prowess. Incognitus was even able to withstand Alexander's Divine Light unscathed simply by amplifying the magic barriers on General Bashtar's MA.<#>

Английский:
<id1091396#>[-1_12_1]Machina the l'Cie[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Dreading the mere thought of losing Rem and his memories of her, Machina sought the strength to protect her, and he was willing to obtain it by whatever means necessary. Thus, he made no objections when Qun'mi chose him to be the next servant of the White Tiger Crystal.[-1_2][-1_2]Machina foolishly believed he would be able to control the powers granted him, but even after he had returned to Rubrum, he could still sense the Will of the White Tiger Crystal, faintly present in his mind. That soft voice gradually grew to a deafening roar, commanding Machina to abstain from participating in any and all campaigns that might negatively affect the empire.[-1_2][-1_2]Then, in the Battle at Big Bridge, the nature of the Crystal's orders changed: Machina was no longer to refrain from acting against the empire. Instead, he would now [-1_22_2]assist[-1_23] the empire in their clash with the dominion. Brigadier General Bashtar undoubtedly recognized the voice behind Machina's mask, but he said nothing. So long as this new l'Cie was willing to serve the White Tiger, he cared little for who he might be.[-1_2][-1_2]Machina defended Qator Bashtar from Alexander's Divine Light by amplifying the magic barriers on the general's MA. He did this not out of deference to the Crystal's Will, but out of a desire for self-preservation. Before long, however, the Will of the White Tiger began rapidly permeating Machina's thoughts and erasing his ego until he lost any semblance of self-control and impaled the one person he had fought so desperately to protect.<#>

<id1091396#>[-1_12_1]Machina the l'Cie[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Dreading the mere thought of losing Rem and his memories of her, Machina sought the strength to protect her, and he was willing to obtain it by whatever means necessary. Thus, he made no objections when Qun'mi chose him to be the next servant of the White Tiger Crystal.[-1_2][-1_2]Machina foolishly believed he would be able to control the powers granted him, but even after he had returned to Rubrum, he could still sense the Will of the White Tiger Crystal, faintly present in his mind. That soft voice gradually grew to a deafening roar, commanding Machina to abstain from participating in any and all campaigns that might negatively affect the empire.[-1_2][-1_2]Then, in the Battle at Big Bridge, the nature of the Crystal's orders changed: Machina was no longer to refrain from acting against the empire. Instead, he would now [-1_22_2]assist[-1_23] the empire in their clash with the dominion. Brigadier General Bashtar undoubtedly recognized the voice behind Machina's mask, but he said nothing. So long as this new l'Cie was willing to serve the White Tiger, he cared little for who he might be.[-1_2][-1_2]Machina defended Qator Bashtar from Alexander's Divine Light by amplifying the magic barriers on the general's MA. He did this not out of deference to the Crystal's Will, but out of a desire for self-preservation. Before long, however, the Will of the White Tiger began rapidly permeating Machina's thoughts and erasing his ego until he lost any semblance of self-control and impaled the one person he had fought so desperately to protect.<#>

Английский:
<id1091397#>Queen Andoria<#>

<id1091397#>Queen Andoria<#>

Английский:
<id1091398#>[-1_12_1]Andoria Kaya Tranka Fam Forturio[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 47[-1_2]Height: 4'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Andoria, queen of the Kingdom of Concordia, is the only one in all of Orience able to commune with Soryu, the wyvern said to be the incarnation of the Azure Dragon Crystal. Noble and impartial, she places a great deal of importance on law and order. Andoria maintains her composure in any situation, and she always follows her heart.<#>

<id1091398#>[-1_12_1]Andoria Kaya Tranka Fam Forturio[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 47[-1_2]Height: 4'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Andoria, queen of the Kingdom of Concordia, is the only one in all of Orience able to commune with Soryu, the wyvern said to be the incarnation of the Azure Dragon Crystal. Noble and impartial, she places a great deal of importance on law and order. Andoria maintains her composure in any situation, and she always follows her heart.<#>

Английский:
<id1091399#>[-1_12_1]The Kingdom of Concordia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Home to the Azure Dragon Crystal, the Kingdom of Concordia is a matriarchal nation. From the queen herself down to the lowest-ranking bureaucrats, all important government positions are filled by women. Queen Andoria rules over the land, guarding the Azure Peristylium and sharing the Will of its Crystal with her people.[-1_2][-1_2]It is that selfsame Crystal which grants Concordians the ability to communicate with wyverns and other creatures. This power serves the populace well in their daily lives, and military applications of the Azure Dragon's blessing have provided the kingdom with enough power to hold its own against the other three Crystal-States. Given that the Concordians never grow taller than a few feet, they prefer commanding monsters to fight on their behalf. When they are forced to join the fray, however, the kingdom's dracoknights make use of their innate speed to run circles around their enemies, then pierce their foes with long spears.<#>

<id1091399#>[-1_12_1]The Kingdom of Concordia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Home to the Azure Dragon Crystal, the Kingdom of Concordia is a matriarchal nation. From the queen herself down to the lowest-ranking bureaucrats, all important government positions are filled by women. Queen Andoria rules over the land, guarding the Azure Peristylium and sharing the Will of its Crystal with her people.[-1_2][-1_2]It is that selfsame Crystal which grants Concordians the ability to communicate with wyverns and other creatures. This power serves the populace well in their daily lives, and military applications of the Azure Dragon's blessing have provided the kingdom with enough power to hold its own against the other three Crystal-States. Given that the Concordians never grow taller than a few feet, they prefer commanding monsters to fight on their behalf. When they are forced to join the fray, however, the kingdom's dracoknights make use of their innate speed to run circles around their enemies, then pierce their foes with long spears.<#>

Английский:
<id1091400#>[-1_12_1]The Fabula Pact[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In the year 448, the four peristylia signed a non-governmental agreement separate from the Pax Codex forged by the leaders of the four Crystal-States. It stated that war between nations opposed the will of the grand deity Pulse, and established a non-aggression pact between the Crystals.[-1_2][-1_2]Ultimately, the pact proved meaningless because the agreement was signed only by the peristylia of each nation—not their respective heads of government—and thus lacked any true authority. Moreover, its definition of <Q>interstate aggression<Q> was too vague to be rigidly enforced. In a bold move, however, Queen Andoria, recognizing the crucial role the four peristylia had played in beginning and ending past wars, successfully invoked the Fabula Pact as grounds for initiating tripartite peace talks.<#>

<id1091400#>[-1_12_1]The Fabula Pact[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In the year 448, the four peristylia signed a non-governmental agreement separate from the Pax Codex forged by the leaders of the four Crystal-States. It stated that war between nations opposed the will of the grand deity Pulse, and established a non-aggression pact between the Crystals.[-1_2][-1_2]Ultimately, the pact proved meaningless because the agreement was signed only by the peristylia of each nation—not their respective heads of government—and thus lacked any true authority. Moreover, its definition of <Q>interstate aggression<Q> was too vague to be rigidly enforced. In a bold move, however, Queen Andoria, recognizing the crucial role the four peristylia had played in beginning and ending past wars, successfully invoked the Fabula Pact as grounds for initiating tripartite peace talks.<#>

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<id1091401#>[-1_12_1]The l'Cie Queen[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]As a Secundus l'Cie, Queen Andoria possesses a unique power. Many presume it to be her ability to commune with Soryu, the supposed reincarnation of the Azure Dragon—but they are mistaken. In actuality, the Crystal blessed Andoria with clairvoyance. She can trace the paths down which various actions and choices may lead this world and predict the future with astounding accuracy.[-1_2][-1_2]Andoria's foresight revealed to her the destiny of Orience: the ascension of Class Zero, the surpassing of Finis—and her own death. After consulting with Soryu, her closest confidant, Andoria chose to believe in the minuscule possibility that this world might be saved. Accepting her fate, the queen made her way to the empire to engage in peace talks with the other Crystal-States.[-1_2][-1_2]Upon her arrival in Milites, Andoria sought out the fourteen children who appeared in her vision. She wanted to meet the ones responsible for realizing the future she foresaw. Just before she returned to the imperial headquarters, Andoria left Machina with these parting words: <Q>Shape the future, the choice you make shall.<Q> That bold choice would cost the fair queen her life and bring great suffering upon Class Zero—but it was the future beyond that she truly chose. The fate of Orience now in the cadets' hands, Andoria bid farewell to Class Zero for the first and last time.<#>

<id1091401#>[-1_12_1]The l'Cie Queen[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]As a Secundus l'Cie, Queen Andoria possesses a unique power. Many presume it to be her ability to commune with Soryu, the supposed reincarnation of the Azure Dragon—but they are mistaken. In actuality, the Crystal blessed Andoria with clairvoyance. She can trace the paths down which various actions and choices may lead this world and predict the future with astounding accuracy.[-1_2][-1_2]Andoria's foresight revealed to her the destiny of Orience: the ascension of Class Zero, the surpassing of Finis—and her own death. After consulting with Soryu, her closest confidant, Andoria chose to believe in the minuscule possibility that this world might be saved. Accepting her fate, the queen made her way to the empire to engage in peace talks with the other Crystal-States.[-1_2][-1_2]Upon her arrival in Milites, Andoria sought out the fourteen children who appeared in her vision. She wanted to meet the ones responsible for realizing the future she foresaw. Just before she returned to the imperial headquarters, Andoria left Machina with these parting words: <Q>Shape the future, the choice you make shall.<Q> That bold choice would cost the fair queen her life and bring great suffering upon Class Zero—but it was the future beyond that she truly chose. The fate of Orience now in the cadets' hands, Andoria bid farewell to Class Zero for the first and last time.<#>

Английский:
<id1091402#>King of Concordia<#>

<id1091402#>King of Concordia<#>

Английский:
<id1091403#>[-1_12_1]The King of Concordia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 42[-1_2]Height: 4'4<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The first and only male monarch in the history of the Kingdom of Concordia, the king is an obstinate and obstreperous man. His Arrogant Highness places his own well-being far above the needs of the people he is supposed to serve.<#>

<id1091403#>[-1_12_1]The King of Concordia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 42[-1_2]Height: 4'4<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]The first and only male monarch in the history of the Kingdom of Concordia, the king is an obstinate and obstreperous man. His Arrogant Highness places his own well-being far above the needs of the people he is supposed to serve.<#>

Английский:
<id1091404#>[-1_12_1]The Queen's Assassination and the King's[-1_13] [-1_12_1]Ascension[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Though born into the royal family, the current king was initially barred from ruling on the basis of his gender. As a member of the nobility, he enjoyed comforts and luxuries unbeknownst to the populace at large—and yet he yearned for more. He dreamt of a day when a man would ascend the Concordian throne, an unprecedented and unthinkable occurrence. Given her ability to see the future, Andoria chose to rule without designating a successor. If only he could find a way to remove her from power... His lust for power intensifying by the day, the king plotted Andoria's downfall, but all his attempts to execute these plans were stopped cold with a single, chilling glance from the queen.[-1_2][-1_2]However, when the king formed an alliance with the Militesi Empire, Andoria's icy glare thawed, melting into a gentle smile. Convinced that she had lost her clairvoyance, the king saw this as his opportunity to strike. Conspiring with Marshal Cid Aulstyne, the king executed his despicable plot to assassinate the queen and frame Class Zero. He cared little for whatever future awaited him. All he knew was that on that day, in that moment, his dream had become a reality: he was now King of Concordia.<#>

<id1091404#>[-1_12_1]The Queen's Assassination and the King's[-1_13] [-1_12_1]Ascension[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Though born into the royal family, the current king was initially barred from ruling on the basis of his gender. As a member of the nobility, he enjoyed comforts and luxuries unbeknownst to the populace at large—and yet he yearned for more. He dreamt of a day when a man would ascend the Concordian throne, an unprecedented and unthinkable occurrence. Given her ability to see the future, Andoria chose to rule without designating a successor. If only he could find a way to remove her from power... His lust for power intensifying by the day, the king plotted Andoria's downfall, but all his attempts to execute these plans were stopped cold with a single, chilling glance from the queen.[-1_2][-1_2]However, when the king formed an alliance with the Militesi Empire, Andoria's icy glare thawed, melting into a gentle smile. Convinced that she had lost her clairvoyance, the king saw this as his opportunity to strike. Conspiring with Marshal Cid Aulstyne, the king executed his despicable plot to assassinate the queen and frame Class Zero. He cared little for whatever future awaited him. All he knew was that on that day, in that moment, his dream had become a reality: he was now King of Concordia.<#>

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<id1091405#>[-1_12_1]The Legend of Dracobaltia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]It is a forbidden tale...the legend of the Blessed Lady, the celebrated first Queen of Concordia, and the accursed Kingdom of Dracobaltia. Of course, not all such tales are true, but the family's association with the Cursemire of Naraku lends considerable credibility to the legend passed down in the House of Yuzuki. The tale is as follows:[-1_2][-1_2][-1_22_2]Long ago, the Blue Dragon Crystal blessed its people with the power to commune with wyverns. Six centuries ago, however, the Dracobaltians began feeding on these dragons. What began as a dangerous curiosity gradually transformed into an insatiable hunger until the worshippers of the Blue Dragon could consume nothing but wyvern flesh.[-1_2][-1_2]Yet unbeknownst to the Dracobaltians, their dragon-devouring conflicted with the Will of their Crystal. Pained by the people's heresy, the Blue Dragon Crystal began to rapidly lose its luster until its light finally faded and the Azure Dragon Crystal took its place. The wyverns cursed the Dracobaltians for their sins, transforming the people into their current deplorable state. To this very day, the Dracobaltians remain trapped in the Cursemire of Naraku, longing to return to the world that spurned them and exact their revenge...[-1_23]<#>

<id1091405#>[-1_12_1]The Legend of Dracobaltia[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]It is a forbidden tale...the legend of the Blessed Lady, the celebrated first Queen of Concordia, and the accursed Kingdom of Dracobaltia. Of course, not all such tales are true, but the family's association with the Cursemire of Naraku lends considerable credibility to the legend passed down in the House of Yuzuki. The tale is as follows:[-1_2][-1_2][-1_22_2]Long ago, the Blue Dragon Crystal blessed its people with the power to commune with wyverns. Six centuries ago, however, the Dracobaltians began feeding on these dragons. What began as a dangerous curiosity gradually transformed into an insatiable hunger until the worshippers of the Blue Dragon could consume nothing but wyvern flesh.[-1_2][-1_2]Yet unbeknownst to the Dracobaltians, their dragon-devouring conflicted with the Will of their Crystal. Pained by the people's heresy, the Blue Dragon Crystal began to rapidly lose its luster until its light finally faded and the Azure Dragon Crystal took its place. The wyverns cursed the Dracobaltians for their sins, transforming the people into their current deplorable state. To this very day, the Dracobaltians remain trapped in the Cursemire of Naraku, longing to return to the world that spurned them and exact their revenge...[-1_23]<#>

Английский:
<id1091406#>Lady Celestia<#>

<id1091406#>Lady Celestia<#>

Английский:
<id1091407#>[-1_12_1]Claes Celestia Misca Sancest[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 32[-1_2]Height: 4'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Often magnanimous and occasionally malicious, Celestia serves as the Akatoki Warden, one of the elite members of the kingdom's Five-Star Royal Guard. She hails from an old and distinguished family. Her parents were very strict with her, bringing up their eldest daughter through rigorous education. Celestia rose to the challenge and sailed through with flying colors. Government officials took note of her hard work and selected her for the position of warden. Despite her hardworking nature, though, Celestia will sometimes lose herself in her surroundings, swept up by beautiful scenery or the sound of music. This affable side has won her great popularity among the kingdom's citizens.<#>

<id1091407#>[-1_12_1]Claes Celestia Misca Sancest[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 32[-1_2]Height: 4'5<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Often magnanimous and occasionally malicious, Celestia serves as the Akatoki Warden, one of the elite members of the kingdom's Five-Star Royal Guard. She hails from an old and distinguished family. Her parents were very strict with her, bringing up their eldest daughter through rigorous education. Celestia rose to the challenge and sailed through with flying colors. Government officials took note of her hard work and selected her for the position of warden. Despite her hardworking nature, though, Celestia will sometimes lose herself in her surroundings, swept up by beautiful scenery or the sound of music. This affable side has won her great popularity among the kingdom's citizens.<#>

Английский:
<id1091408#>[-1_12_1]<Q>Now unto me, your innocence you must prove.<Q>[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Even in a fit of passion, Celestia maintains her ability to clearly analyze any situation and listen to whatever the other party has to say. Her people place great faith in her as the queen's ambassador. Celestia was also a close personal friend of Her Majesty, and she accompanied the late queen during the entirety of her visit to Milites—even during her private meeting with Class Zero. Clemente, her self-declared rival, also accompanied the queen, dismayed that she was not the only attendant. However, despite having two trustworthy Five-Star Wardens by her side, Queen Andoria was unable to escape her fate, and she was assassinated during armistice talks in Ingram.<#>

<id1091408#>[-1_12_1]<Q>Now unto me, your innocence you must prove.<Q>[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Even in a fit of passion, Celestia maintains her ability to clearly analyze any situation and listen to whatever the other party has to say. Her people place great faith in her as the queen's ambassador. Celestia was also a close personal friend of Her Majesty, and she accompanied the late queen during the entirety of her visit to Milites—even during her private meeting with Class Zero. Clemente, her self-declared rival, also accompanied the queen, dismayed that she was not the only attendant. However, despite having two trustworthy Five-Star Wardens by her side, Queen Andoria was unable to escape her fate, and she was assassinated during armistice talks in Ingram.<#>

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<id1091409#>[-1_12_1]Communicating with Wyverns[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Words like [-1_22_2]ratelo[-1_23] (<Q>strike the target<Q>) and [-1_22_2]rhit[-1_23] (<Q>return<Q>) may sound like mystical incantations to the untrained ear, but they are actually phrases used to command wyverns in Soryusian, a language unique to the people of Concordia. While the common language of Orience boasts a superior vocabulary and ease of expression, Soryusian is an intentionally simple language. By limiting the number of phrases, dragoniers and other Concordians can accurately communicate orders to dragons with little room for misunderstanding.<#>

<id1091409#>[-1_12_1]Communicating with Wyverns[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Words like [-1_22_2]ratelo[-1_23] (<Q>strike the target<Q>) and [-1_22_2]rhit[-1_23] (<Q>return<Q>) may sound like mystical incantations to the untrained ear, but they are actually phrases used to command wyverns in Soryusian, a language unique to the people of Concordia. While the common language of Orience boasts a superior vocabulary and ease of expression, Soryusian is an intentionally simple language. By limiting the number of phrases, dragoniers and other Concordians can accurately communicate orders to dragons with little room for misunderstanding.<#>

Английский:
<id1091410#>[-1_12_1]Celestia the l'Cie[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]After the late queen's assassination, the Azure Dragon Crystal selected the strongest-willed warrior in all of Concordia as its new Primus l'Cie: Celestia. Unlike most l'Cie, however, her time in service of the Crystal was quite short. Her initial attempts to communicate with Soryu proved futile, and she began to lose hope. Slowly but surely, however, Celestia regained her memories of the late queen, and Soryu revealed to her the future that Andoria foresaw.[-1_2][-1_2]Unable to make full use of the powers she received from the Crystal, the newly appointed l'Cie Celestia was unable to best Class Zero in combat. In spite of failing to complete her Focus, however, she did not transform into an accursed Cie'th. As it were, the Azure Dragon Crystal had bestowed upon Celestia a second Focus: devote her life to defending the people of Concordia. With Soryu at her side, the two l'Cie resolved to protect the kingdom against the Dominion of Rubrum.[-1_2][-1_2]However, when Tempus Finis descended upon Orience, Celestia made a bold decision. Following in the footsteps of her friend and predecessor, she chose to believe in the same future the late Queen Andoria foresaw. Against the Will of the Azure Dragon Crystal, Celestia left Concordia to fend for itself against the Rursus, determined to see her decision through to the very end. Struggling to maintain her human will after devolving into a wyvern Cie'th, Celestia created a path for Class Zero. She entrusted the twelve cadets with the future before falling victim to Cid's Judgment. The new Rursan Arbiter stripped the phantoma from Celestia's body, and the Akatoki Warden faded into oblivion.<#>

<id1091410#>[-1_12_1]Celestia the l'Cie[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]After the late queen's assassination, the Azure Dragon Crystal selected the strongest-willed warrior in all of Concordia as its new Primus l'Cie: Celestia. Unlike most l'Cie, however, her time in service of the Crystal was quite short. Her initial attempts to communicate with Soryu proved futile, and she began to lose hope. Slowly but surely, however, Celestia regained her memories of the late queen, and Soryu revealed to her the future that Andoria foresaw.[-1_2][-1_2]Unable to make full use of the powers she received from the Crystal, the newly appointed l'Cie Celestia was unable to best Class Zero in combat. In spite of failing to complete her Focus, however, she did not transform into an accursed Cie'th. As it were, the Azure Dragon Crystal had bestowed upon Celestia a second Focus: devote her life to defending the people of Concordia. With Soryu at her side, the two l'Cie resolved to protect the kingdom against the Dominion of Rubrum.[-1_2][-1_2]However, when Tempus Finis descended upon Orience, Celestia made a bold decision. Following in the footsteps of her friend and predecessor, she chose to believe in the same future the late Queen Andoria foresaw. Against the Will of the Azure Dragon Crystal, Celestia left Concordia to fend for itself against the Rursus, determined to see her decision through to the very end. Struggling to maintain her human will after devolving into a wyvern Cie'th, Celestia created a path for Class Zero. She entrusted the twelve cadets with the future before falling victim to Cid's Judgment. The new Rursan Arbiter stripped the phantoma from Celestia's body, and the Akatoki Warden faded into oblivion.<#>

Английский:
<id1091411#>Clemente<#>

<id1091411#>Clemente<#>

Английский:
<id1091412#>[-1_12_1]Clemente Yuzuki Ness Peacemaker[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 23[-1_2]Height: 4'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Yuzuki Warden of the Five-Star Royal Guard, Clemente proved her military prowess early on and earned her title at a young age. She is a distant relative of Celestia. People often used to compare the two girls, igniting flames of rivalry within Clemente. When her entire unit falls in the war against Rubrum, she sides with Milites in an attempt to exact revenge, but her hopes are dashed by Class Zero. In her despair, Clemente considers ending it all when Rem steps in and persuades her to keep going. Her faith restored, Clemente sets out once again to complete her true mission.<#>

<id1091412#>[-1_12_1]Clemente Yuzuki Ness Peacemaker[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, 23[-1_2]Height: 4'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Yuzuki Warden of the Five-Star Royal Guard, Clemente proved her military prowess early on and earned her title at a young age. She is a distant relative of Celestia. People often used to compare the two girls, igniting flames of rivalry within Clemente. When her entire unit falls in the war against Rubrum, she sides with Milites in an attempt to exact revenge, but her hopes are dashed by Class Zero. In her despair, Clemente considers ending it all when Rem steps in and persuades her to keep going. Her faith restored, Clemente sets out once again to complete her true mission.<#>

Английский:
<id1091413#>[-1_12_1]The Yuzuki Warden[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In principle, the Five-Star Royal Guard lives to serve and protect the queen and the kingdom as a whole. The House of Yuzuki also functions as protectors of the nation, but they are also charged with the unusual task of guarding the seal over the Cursemire of Naraku. Only those raised in the House of Yuzuki and trained in the special sealing arts may fill this rare position. Due to their direct connection with the heathen Dracobaltians, the members of the Yuzuki clan are some of the few in Concordia with thorough knowledge of the old Blue Dragon dynasty.<#>

<id1091413#>[-1_12_1]The Yuzuki Warden[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In principle, the Five-Star Royal Guard lives to serve and protect the queen and the kingdom as a whole. The House of Yuzuki also functions as protectors of the nation, but they are also charged with the unusual task of guarding the seal over the Cursemire of Naraku. Only those raised in the House of Yuzuki and trained in the special sealing arts may fill this rare position. Due to their direct connection with the heathen Dracobaltians, the members of the Yuzuki clan are some of the few in Concordia with thorough knowledge of the old Blue Dragon dynasty.<#>

Английский:
<id1091414#>Tonogiri<#>

<id1091414#>Tonogiri<#>

Английский:
<id1091415#>[-1_12_1]Claudio Tonogiri Misca Sancest[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 14[-1_2]Height: 4'2<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Celestia's only son, Tonogiri knows not only his mother's successes as the Akatoki Warden, but also her personal struggles as a human being. Hoping to help her in whatever way he could, Tonogiri took the Royal Guard entrance exam at age 12 and passed with flying colors. Many of his comrades in the Akatoki Division accused this <Q>mama's boy<Q> of riding Celestia's coattails, but he withstood their taunting, steadily building a reputation of his own. Although his mother worried about him, she felt great pride in her little boy's accomplishments.[-1_2][-1_2]When Celestia relinquished her humanity to serve the Azure Dragon, Tonogiri was utterly shocked. Even though she became a l'Cie of her own volition, he could not help but feel the Crystal had stolen his mother from him. Despite his initial misgivings, however, Tonogiri was pleasantly surprised to see that his mother had not changed. Although she was now a l'Cie, she still devoted herself to her country, she still held herself to high standards, and she still showed compassion for her people and—most of all—her dear son. Proud of his mother, Tonogiri decided then and there to do whatever it took to follow in her footsteps, even if it meant putting his own life on the line...<#>

<id1091415#>[-1_12_1]Claudio Tonogiri Misca Sancest[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 14[-1_2]Height: 4'2<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]Celestia's only son, Tonogiri knows not only his mother's successes as the Akatoki Warden, but also her personal struggles as a human being. Hoping to help her in whatever way he could, Tonogiri took the Royal Guard entrance exam at age 12 and passed with flying colors. Many of his comrades in the Akatoki Division accused this <Q>mama's boy<Q> of riding Celestia's coattails, but he withstood their taunting, steadily building a reputation of his own. Although his mother worried about him, she felt great pride in her little boy's accomplishments.[-1_2][-1_2]When Celestia relinquished her humanity to serve the Azure Dragon, Tonogiri was utterly shocked. Even though she became a l'Cie of her own volition, he could not help but feel the Crystal had stolen his mother from him. Despite his initial misgivings, however, Tonogiri was pleasantly surprised to see that his mother had not changed. Although she was now a l'Cie, she still devoted herself to her country, she still held herself to high standards, and she still showed compassion for her people and—most of all—her dear son. Proud of his mother, Tonogiri decided then and there to do whatever it took to follow in her footsteps, even if it meant putting his own life on the line...<#>

Английский:
<id1091416#>Gilgamesh<#>

<id1091416#>Gilgamesh<#>

Английский:
<id1091417#>[-1_12_1]Gilgamesh Ashur[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 7'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A rogue Black Tortoise l'Cie who has forgotten his Focus, Gilgamesh wanders the world in search of a purpose. In his quest for strong spirits and stronger blades, he appears on the battlefield to challenge all present to a duel, hoping to test their mettle as well as their metal.<#>

<id1091417#>[-1_12_1]Gilgamesh Ashur[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 7'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]A rogue Black Tortoise l'Cie who has forgotten his Focus, Gilgamesh wanders the world in search of a purpose. In his quest for strong spirits and stronger blades, he appears on the battlefield to challenge all present to a duel, hoping to test their mettle as well as their metal.<#>

Английский:
<id1091418#>[-1_12_1]The Lorican Alliance[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In other Crystal-States, the people harness their respective Crystal's energy through magic and magiteknology. The citizens of the Lorican Alliance, however, absorb the power of the Black Tortoise Crystal directly into their flesh. As a result, their bodies are large and powerful, easily able to withstand a slew of spells or an onslaught of ammunition. They have even forged special armaments using energy from their Crystal, buried beneath the land and housed within the Black Peristylium, the sole purview of the Lorican King himself. The Lorican people's Black Tortoise Armor allows them to stand tall in the face of even the mightiest Eidolons and magitek armors.<#>

<id1091418#>[-1_12_1]The Lorican Alliance[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]In other Crystal-States, the people harness their respective Crystal's energy through magic and magiteknology. The citizens of the Lorican Alliance, however, absorb the power of the Black Tortoise Crystal directly into their flesh. As a result, their bodies are large and powerful, easily able to withstand a slew of spells or an onslaught of ammunition. They have even forged special armaments using energy from their Crystal, buried beneath the land and housed within the Black Peristylium, the sole purview of the Lorican King himself. The Lorican people's Black Tortoise Armor allows them to stand tall in the face of even the mightiest Eidolons and magitek armors.<#>

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<id1091419#>[-1_12_1]The Last King of Lorica[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Although many in the Lorican Alliance live as paladins, only those capable of proving their power are chosen to ascend the throne. He who rules will then serve the people as their king and the Black Tortoise Crystal as its l'Cie.[-1_2][-1_2]When the former Lorican King passed away, his son Gilgamesh was one of the first candidates proposed to be his successor. The people were cold and unwelcoming, however, insisting that nepotism did not a great king make. Even after demonstrating his superior strength by besting his opponents in combat, he found it nigh impossible to sway public opinion in his favor. Gilgamesh spent much time alone in his chambers, brooding over his predicament.[-1_2][-1_2]Then, in the year 832, a [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23] in Milites set off sparks of revolt in Lorica as well. The alliance erupted in a fire of civil unrest, but the late king's advisor, Enkidu, stepped in to quench the flames, giving his own life in order to save the kingdom he loved so dearly. In accordance with Enkidu's dying wish, Gilgamesh exercised his authority to deliver swift and just punishment to the instigators, who were never heard from again. Soon afterward, the Crystal selected Gilgamesh to defend the Black Tortoise, and he became the strongest and most beloved king in Lorican history.[-1_2][-1_2]Some recall seeing Gilgamesh enlist the aid of another l'Cie to help quell the uprising of 832. Eyewitnesses have reported seeing a strikingly similar figure searching for l'Cie Stones around Orience, but these accounts have not yet been confirmed.<#>

<id1091419#>[-1_12_1]The Last King of Lorica[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Although many in the Lorican Alliance live as paladins, only those capable of proving their power are chosen to ascend the throne. He who rules will then serve the people as their king and the Black Tortoise Crystal as its l'Cie.[-1_2][-1_2]When the former Lorican King passed away, his son Gilgamesh was one of the first candidates proposed to be his successor. The people were cold and unwelcoming, however, insisting that nepotism did not a great king make. Even after demonstrating his superior strength by besting his opponents in combat, he found it nigh impossible to sway public opinion in his favor. Gilgamesh spent much time alone in his chambers, brooding over his predicament.[-1_2][-1_2]Then, in the year 832, a [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23] in Milites set off sparks of revolt in Lorica as well. The alliance erupted in a fire of civil unrest, but the late king's advisor, Enkidu, stepped in to quench the flames, giving his own life in order to save the kingdom he loved so dearly. In accordance with Enkidu's dying wish, Gilgamesh exercised his authority to deliver swift and just punishment to the instigators, who were never heard from again. Soon afterward, the Crystal selected Gilgamesh to defend the Black Tortoise, and he became the strongest and most beloved king in Lorican history.[-1_2][-1_2]Some recall seeing Gilgamesh enlist the aid of another l'Cie to help quell the uprising of 832. Eyewitnesses have reported seeing a strikingly similar figure searching for l'Cie Stones around Orience, but these accounts have not yet been confirmed.<#>

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<id1091420#>Enkidu<#>

<id1091420#>Enkidu<#>

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<id1091421#>[-1_12_1]Enkidu Uruk[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 58 (at death)[-1_2]Height: 7'10<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]An attendant to the Lorican King, Enkidu served Gilgamesh since his master was but a child, and he remained the king's closest confidant. When Enkidu's daughter conceived a child with a dominion man, the people of the alliance nearly drove the entire family out of the country. However, Gilgamesh stepped in to put a stop to the persecution. Ineffably grateful to his liege, Enkidu's loyalty to his majesty never wavered throughout his life. Firm but fair, he guided Gilgamesh as he would his own son until the [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23] of 832, when Enkidu gave his life for the man who saved his once before.<#>

<id1091421#>[-1_12_1]Enkidu Uruk[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Male, 58 (at death)[-1_2]Height: 7'10<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]An attendant to the Lorican King, Enkidu served Gilgamesh since his master was but a child, and he remained the king's closest confidant. When Enkidu's daughter conceived a child with a dominion man, the people of the alliance nearly drove the entire family out of the country. However, Gilgamesh stepped in to put a stop to the persecution. Ineffably grateful to his liege, Enkidu's loyalty to his majesty never wavered throughout his life. Firm but fair, he guided Gilgamesh as he would his own son until the [-1_22_2]coup d'êtat[-1_23] of 832, when Enkidu gave his life for the man who saved his once before.<#>

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<id1091422#>Tiz<#>

<id1091422#>Tiz<#>

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<id1091423#>[-1_12_1]Tiz[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 5'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]One of the cloaked figures who appears in the Chapter of Truth, Tiz is known as <Q>the ephemeral number ten.<Q> Based on her conversation with Dr. Al-Rashia, it appears she has some sort of connection with Ace and the rest of Class Zero...<#>

<id1091423#>[-1_12_1]Tiz[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2]Female, Age Unknown[-1_2]Height: 5'3<Q>[-1_2][-1_2]One of the cloaked figures who appears in the Chapter of Truth, Tiz is known as <Q>the ephemeral number ten.<Q> Based on her conversation with Dr. Al-Rashia, it appears she has some sort of connection with Ace and the rest of Class Zero...<#>

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<id1091424#>[-1_12_1]The Nameless Tome 4:11, First Paragraph[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2][-1_22_2]The first locus to be cast away belonged to age.[-1_2]Age is the fountain from which flows all of man's despair,[-1_2]The manifest mark of mortality.[-1_2]Though they could not sever it from the spiral,[-1_2]The divine spirits shunned age, deeming it unnecessary.[-1_2]They let out a sigh lasting for ages,[-1_2]And when the crumbling cliffs had finally eroded to naught,[-1_2]Age was finally alone,[-1_2]A pariah within the whirling wheel of percipience, [-1_2]Within every wheel.[-1_2]And like the crumbling cliffs,[-1_2]Age's heart began to wear away[-1_2]Until the day the soul of suffering appeared.[-1_23]<#>

<id1091424#>[-1_12_1]The Nameless Tome 4:11, First Paragraph[-1_13][-1_2][-1_2][-1_22_2]The first locus to be cast away belonged to age.[-1_2]Age is the fountain from which flows all of man's despair,[-1_2]The manifest mark of mortality.[-1_2]Though they could not sever it from the spiral,[-1_2]The divine spirits shunned age, deeming it unnecessary.[-1_2]They let out a sigh lasting for ages,[-1_2]And when the crumbling cliffs had finally eroded to naught,[-1_2]Age was finally alone,[-1_2]A pariah within the whirling wheel of percipience, [-1_2]Within every wheel.[-1_2]And like the crumbling cliffs,[-1_2]Age's heart began to wear away[-1_2]Until the day the soul of suffering appeared.[-1_23]<#>