**INCLUDES CUT CONTENT** >[!quote]+ *Brave [[Tarnished]], welcome to the [[Volcano Manor]]. I am [[Tanith]], the proprietress of this house. [[Rya]] spoke well of you. "A warrior of promise," I believe she said. Perhaps you are prepared to make a commitment. Will you join us here at the Volcano Manor, and resist the tide? Why accept the burden of their [[grace]], or be fooled by the dogmatic ramblings of [[Two Fingers|the Fingers]]? Rise with us, against the [[Erdtree]].* >[!quote]+ *Interesting. Your decision is most welcome. Now you belong to the [[Volcano Manor]] family. The drawing room lies down the hall. Make yourself comfortable. But be sure to earn your keep.* >[!quote]+ *Well. That is unfortunate. [[Rya]] will be disappointed, but I won't twist your arm. Now, time for you to leave, I should think. Let this intersection of our paths be the last.* >[!quote]+ *Aren't you precocious. We rarely receive visitors to the [[Volcano Manor]] without invitation. Fascinating. And not unlike another guest we had long ago… So, [[Tarnished]], have you ever harboured doubts? About the burden of [[grace]], and the dogmatic ramblings of [[Two Fingers|the Fingers]]? If you have, why not join the Volcano Manor, and fight with us? Rise with us, against the [[Erdtree]].* >[!quote]+ *Your decision is most welcome. Now you belong to the [[Volcano Manor]] family. The drawing room lies down the hall. Make yourself comfortable. I am [[Tanith]], the proprietress of this house. An honour to have you.* >[!quote]+ *Well. That is unfortunate. Now, time for you to leave, I should think. Let this intersection of our paths be the last.* >[!quote]+ *Did you read [[the letter]] left for you? That is the task the [[Volcano Manor]] desires you enact. You will be compensated once the deed is done. Good luck. If you are loath to hunt your [[Tarnished|own kin]], so be it. But you must leave this house at once. This is a war against the [[Erdtree]]. We have no place for the meek, nor the luxury of keeping clean hands.* >[!quote]+ *What's this? Have you reconsidered the prospect? Of rising with us, against the [[Erdtree]]?* >[!quote]+ *Very well. Your decision is most welcome. Now you belong to the [[Volcano Manor]] family. The drawing room lies down the hall. Make yourself comfortable.* >[!quote]+ *You've completed your task. I am pleased. Now you are a [[Recusants|recusant]] true, and a full-fledged member of the [[Volcano Manor]]. [[This]] is your reward, as promised. Never forget. That the recusant fights to tread the path of the [[champion]]. The way is tainted, but for this very reason, it is the true path to valour.* >[!quote]+ *I see you've performed another task for us. Here is your usual reward. Please, take it. Now, perhaps the time has come to tell you. Of the true ruler of this manor, [[Rykard|Lord Rykard]]. The [[Erdtree]] blessed the [[Tarnished]] with [[grace]]. But it was all too meagre, in the face of the enormity of their task. The Tarnished were forced to scavenge, squabbling for crumbs. Like the [[shardbearers]], vying for power in the wake of [[the Shattering]]. Our [[Lord]], indignant, has refused. To scurry about, fighting over what miserly scraps they allow us. If the Erdtree, and indeed the very gods, would debase us so, then we are willing to raise the banner of resistance, even if it means [[heresy]]. We at the [[Volcano Manor]], under Lord Rykard, have sworn no rest until it is done. If you follow this heroic path, one day the Lord will see you. The Lord's visits with our [[champions]] are always a spectacle. It cannot come a day too soon!* >[!quote]+ *[[The letter]] describes the task the [[Volcano Manor]] desires you enact. You will be compensated once the deed is done. Good luck.* >[!quote]+ *If you follow this heroic path, one day [[Rykard|the Lord]] will see you. It cannot come a day too soon!* >[!quote]+ *She said that, to you? I should have known something was wrong. The signs were clear enough. Well. [[Rya|Zorayas]] has placed her trust in you. All the more reason I must tell you. That some things are better left unknown. Besides, no-one should be blamed for their heritage. Think about it. We are resisting the ways of the [[Erdtree]] itself. What matters one's lineage in such a crisis?* >[!quote]+ *No, I haven't seen [[Rya|Zorayas]] anywhere. And she has no scouting duties now. Has she gone off in search of answers? Why won't she just listen...* >[!quote]+ *May I ask your aid? Not as [[Volcano Manor|the Manor's]] proprietress, but as [[Rya|Zorayas']] mother. If she discovers the answer to her question, and it causes distress, have her drink [[this potion]]. To purge that which would cause her pain.* >[!quote]+ *Yes, I know. My wish is a grave disrespect to her. No different than the [[Erdtree|Erdtree's]] imposition. But I've no choice... It must be done.* >[!quote]+ *Thank you, for allowing me this. I will never be a good mother. My heart is too frail. [[Rykard|Our Lord]] must have known this all along. My meekness is all too clear...* >[!quote]+ *Really, [[Rya|she]] is dead, then... My gratitude for your forthrightness. If you would...allow me some time alone.* >[!quote]+ *Please, allow me some time alone.* >[!quote]+ *I see that you've stayed the path of [[champions]]. This is your usual reward. Please, take it. Perhaps you are ready. Might you see [[Rykard|our Lord]]? Our Lord will no doubt welcome you. Another kindred spirit, treading the path of [[champions]].* >[!quote]+ *Yes, as it should be. Now, close your eyes for a moment. I will transport you to [[Rykard|the Lord's]] [[chamber]]. Farewell, then. May your visit be fruitful.* >[!quote]+ *I see... Well, I cannot make you take the leap. But do know this. To follow the path of valour, an audience with [[Rykard|our Lord]] is essential. In order to defy this debasement, and rise up against the [[Erdtree]]. Like a true [[recusants|recusant]] of the [[Volcano Manor]].* >[!quote]+ *Won't you consider having an audience with [[Rykard|our Lord]]? Our Lord will no doubt welcome you. Another kindred spirit, treading the path of [[champions]].* >[!quote]+ *You... It's true then. You've defeated [[Rykard|our Lord]]. No, I must thank you. Our Lord was yet weak. You have taught us that. Defeat is not the end. Our Lord is immortal, and will one day rise again, stronger. Until then, I must stay the path, and do my part.* >[!quote]+ *I will leave the [[Volcano Manor]] before long. I suggest you do the same. Here is my thanks. For allowing [[Rykard|our Lord]] to be revived, even stronger than before. I will miss these encounters. The [[champions|champion]] who walks the tainted path shines all the more. I always was an admirer.* >[!quote]+ *Oh, you... Allow me some time. [[Rykard|Our Lord's]] carcass is vast, and not easily consumed. Dear Rykard, please find purchase within me, I wish to be your [[serpent]]; your family. One day, let us devour the [[gods]] together.* >[!quote]+ *Dear [[Rykard]], please find purchase within me, I wish to be your [[serpent]]; your family. One day, let us devour the [[gods]] together.* >[!quote]+ *Now, time for you to leave, I should think. Let this intersection of our paths be the last.* >[!quote]+ *The drawing room is through the hall. Use [[the key]] I handed you, and make yourself comfortable.* >[!quote]+ *What's this? Have you reconsidered the prospect? Of rising with us, against the [[Erdtree]]?* >[!quote]+ *Very well. Your decision is most welcome. Now you belong to the [[Volcano Manor]] family. The drawing room lies down the hall. Make yourself comfortable.* >[!quote]+ *Now, time for you to leave, I should think. Let this intersection of our paths be the last.* >[!quote]+ *The drawing room is through the hall. Use [[the key]] I handed you, and make yourself comfortable.* >[!quote]+ *Now you are a [[recusant]] true, and a full-fledged member of the [[Volcano Manor]]. I am pleased to have you on our side.* >[!quote]+ *Did you see her? The girl, [[Rya]]…with her true face. ... Well, if she confided in you the name Zorayas, then perhaps it is not my place to speak. But as her adoptive mother, I ask of you. Please, be kind to her. Look after young Zorayas. Her true visage belies the purity of her heart. …Honestly, I hardly deserve the sweet child.* >[!quote]+ *Please, be kind to her. Look after young [[Rya|Zorayas]]. Her true visage belies the purity of her heart.* >[!quote]+ *[[Rya|Zorayas]] has placed her trust in you. All the more reason I must tell you. That some things are better left unknown. Besides, no-one should be blamed for their heritage.* >[!quote]+ *My wish is a grave disrespect to her. But I've no choice... It must be done.* >[!quote]+ *Sweet [[Rya|Zorayas]], have I earned your scorn?* >[!quote]+ *This is farewell. Perhaps we will meet again, along the path.* >[!quote]+ *What is it? I have no need of [[Dancer's Castanets|that]]. I must continue devouring my [[Rykard|beloved lord]]...* >[!quote]+ *Oh, you... Allow me some time. [[Rykard|Our lord's]] carcass is not easily consumed.* >[!quote]+ *Ahh, my lord... [[Rykard]]...* >[!quote]+ *Oh, [[Rykard]]… Let me be your [[serpent]]…* #source #dialogue #tanith #volcano_manor