Chaos Sprite Qayoff

"Great Sprite Messenger, your task is to defeat the most powerful monster in the Chaos Domain!"

"Though it is clear that you are well versed in combat, I implore you to be on your guard!"

"Incredible... You truly are..." He gapes at you in amazement.

"You truly are a champion of considerable skill!" "We should consider ourselves blessed that you have chosen to use your powers for good, Great Sprite Messenger."

"I now deem you *Conqueror of the Chaos Domain!*"

"I see..." A weary sigh escapes his lips.

"No matter, our task remains unchanged. Great Sprite Messenger, it is all up to you now. Please fight on for the sake of Saphael, no matter the dangers ahead!"

"If those who came here are unwilling to leave, this is the only means left by which to help them."

"I only hope that no further casualties have been suffered..."

"So, you have had plenty of experience fighting the monsters here."

"Do you understand now what I meant when I said the monsters here were different than those Saphael? We'd all do well to remain vigilant."

"It's becoming more and more apparent just how dangerous this place truly is."

"Great Sprite Messenger, there is yet another important task with which I require help." Qayoff speaks in soft tone.

"There exists in the Chaos Domain a fellow sprite by the name Ruica."

"I ask that you seek him out. Unlike me, he is not bound by any curse and will be able to tell you more about the Chaos Domain."

"You will likely encounter Crystal Ants during your journey. Sadly, they have prevented me from going to Ruica myself, as I am far too weak in my current state to engage them. Will you agree to deal with these creatures and pay my friend a visit?"

*Please make sure to also speak with Sainz, Mazake, and Almi along the way. It is imperative that they are made aware of how serious the situation has become."

"...Surely you understand now that there is something unnatural about the monsters' presence here, yes?"

"As I am unable to say more on account of the curse, you must uncover the rest on your own..."

Qayoff transfers some energy to you.

"Please pass this on to my good friend Ruica. It should be enough to help him retain his form for a while."

"What of the situation in Saphael?" One look at your expression and Qayoff's becomes equally worried.

"Master Sprite Messenger, you must go to Saphael and warn everyone of what you have learned."

"Are the people of Saphael taking the necessary precautions? I am much relieved to hear it!" Qayoff lets out a long sigh.

"Thank you for warning them."

"This is far from over. You must investigate further."

"We are depending on you to get to the bottom of this, Sprite Messenger."

"Hmm... Recently I have sensed Micaca's presence in the Chaos Domain. You could say he is an old... comrade of mine."

"I assume he was among the sprites fortunate enough to escape the curse. As such, he may be able to explain the origins of this troubling realm as well as the scheme behind its creation."

"Getting rid of a few Hunting Gnashers to the south (293, 222) should be enough to earn his trust."

"Great Sprite Messenger, did you manage to find Micaca? Tell me, is he well?" Qayoff looks at you intently.

"Ah, that sounds like him all right. Good to hear he has not changed much."

"He wants me to tell you more? As I said before, a curse has made that impossible. Surely he understands this better than anyone."

"Great Sprite Messenger! I am afraid I must ask something more of you."

"A dark army of Chaos Humanoid Soldiers is assembling in the Chaos Domain's southeastern region (526, 97). As their numbers steadily increase, I fear the utter devastation they will cause."

"Please defeat some of these terrible creatures before the fragile balance is broken."

"You may tell Micaca that I have accepted it." Qayoff stands resolute.

"Great Sprite Messenger, you have returned..."

"And Master Jhorthe...?" You solemnly shake your head.

Qayoff shudders as he lets out a long breath.

"I see... I thank you for all you have done." He is powerless to hold back his tears.

"My master made me swear never to reveal the existence of the Evil Gathering. Even as I watched his heart grow darker and darker still, I could not bring myself to go back on this, our final promise."

"I long prepared myself for a sad conclusion, however painful. Still, I wish Master Jhorthe had instead returned to protect Saphael with me at his side..."

"Great Sprite Messenger, the fight is not yet over."

Wiping his eyes, Qayoff quickly steadies himself. "This is only the beginning of the Evil Gathering's downfall."