Demon Hunter Research Dept. Expedition Researcher

"You're a strong %c%, %n%? I think you should know, our research department has always been working to monitor those evil creatures affected by tides and stars."

"We're sure from past studies that some giant monsters are planning to attack human villages! This is serious, those creatures are highly intelligent and know even to persuade others to join them."

"On Thursdays and Fridays, Giant Fishman shows up in northwest on Southern Island, it's a dangerous one." Researcher says solemnly.

"And Colossal Wisewood shows up in the Black Swamp, always ambushing at crossroads south of northwind peak fort."

"If you can defeat them, then notify me."

"Although giant monsters recover fast, and no telling when they'll attack again, but we have to minimize damage they cause. I hope you would give us long term support."

"My grandfather's been tracking the Giant Fishman for years, the first time he saw it, it had a broken back fin and was a small, funny little thing... back then villagers called it Vice-Chief Fishman!"

"But since it's affected by dark force, Giant Fishman not only recovers fast, but also starts attacking village, causing many casualties and losses."

"And then there's that Colossal Wisewood. You should know many legends about Wisewoods attacking travelers in Black Swamp, right?"

"Did I tell you all that already? Sorry..." Researcher smiles shyly.

"Don't forget to let me know of any good news. If I've left town to track monsters, I should be back for supplies in Kaslow on Thursdays and Fridays."

"You did it!" Researcher shows an appreciative smile.

"Although I know you're good, every time you leave to fight monsters, I still worry about you..."

"So good to see you come back safely!"

"Thank you for your help, you've minimized damage from these monsters' presence. If there's more related news next time, I hope you'd help us again." She smiles, showing dimples in her cheeks.

"I need your help..." The researcher seemed to be worried about something.

"It's that dang Water Spirit again. Giant Water Spirits show up east of Oldwall's shipyard on Angoya Island on Thursdays and Fridays!" She sputters.

"Giant Water Spirits attacked the shipyard many times and destroyed all those new ships, injuring many workers."

"It's happened more than once, but I'm unable to drive it back...I have to ask a favor of you again."

"Other news tells of a Giant Scorpion showing up on that sand hill below Quill's Rock on Bone Reef Peninsula. Nearby creatures are gathering under its command to attack villages."

"So... you're the only one I can depend on. I hope you'll bring me good news, won't you?"

"My usual work takes me around villages and cities to collect information on giant monsters, these couple of days I have to wait for other members of Demon Hunter Guild to bring information to me, so I can't leave here."

"Then there's my lack of field experience to fight giant monsters." Researcher bites on lip. "I just feel bad about doing nothing but waiting here for you to bring news."

"I think the only thing I can do is to provide the latest information, and standing here to pray for you in silence..."

"I hear good news! A thank you note was sent from the shipyard. I read it was all thanks to you. Man-attacking scorpions on Bone Reef Peninsula are reduced too."

"I know attacks and disturbance won't stop completely, but your work still saved many people."

"%n%!" You can hear the researcher from far away.

"You're finally here!"

"Previous researchers kept reminding you of star energy abnormality near ruins of ancient people in Land of Sighs."

"Giant Umbrella Lizard has indeed appeared to the east of the ruins! It's become a boss of nearby monsters, leading them to attack the archaeological site on Thursdays and Fridays."

"And in Scorching Wind Desert...do you remember that Giant Scorpion?" The researcher looks anxious.

"Merchant bands to oasis are always attacked by the Giant Scorpion. It hangs around to the west of the oasis, making it impossible for merchants to leave."

"The matter's urgent now, you must help, please!"

"To be honest, we've sent some armed researchers to help with little result..."

"There are researches to be done at archaeological site and oasis is on the trade route."

"That Giant Scorpion and I have met, it used to make trouble elsewhere but always defeated by warriors."

"I wonder what it's up to this time. It's certain these monsters are targeting humans."

"So...you're the only one we can count on." Research takes your arm with cold hands.

"Thank you..." Researcher seems too happy for words.

"Actually my sister's stationed at Scorching Wind Desert. I hope she can defend people but I'm also worried about her safety."

"I'm worried about you too but I'm confident of your strength. Demon Hunter Guild needs support of someone like you."

"News from Misty Wetland, a Giant Stormy Water Maiden shows up in west of Steam Chateau No. 2 on Thursdays and Fridays. It wanders near the site and attacks humans whenever possible."

"But the place is shrouded in mist, hard for the Demon Hunter Guild to send help..."

"And, we've found a Giant Werewolf in cactus forest in Lost Highlands, large beyond imagination."

"When we found it, it was the alpha wolf with a capital A! Whenever it shows up, it's likely that anyone nearby will feel its rage."

"They happen to be showing up these few days, please go and defeat them!"

"There are just too many giant monsters lately, we don't have enough armed researchers to fight them." The researcher sighs.

"So we can only count on you."

"Giant Water Spirits used to very gentle not long ago. They guard water source. A lot of folklore speaks of worshipping water spirits. Research department had mysterious contact with them too."

"But all that's changed, now their intelligence only means danger."

"Like Giant Werewolves are using their intelligence to control other creatures to attack."

"Please stop them before they cause more damage!"

"Just what's expected of %n%, I can almost imagine you standing unflinching in face of danger!"

"Now there can be some peace in Misty Wetland and Lost Highlands."

"Sorry to trouble you every time. We're truly grateful!"

"Because of everyone's help from before..." Researcher pauses.

"Of course and you too, %n%. Because of your help, research department had new findings in studies of dark power."

"But monsters have been interfering with our survey and research, not only attacking research stations but also making more casualties in an already inadequate force."

"Please go to Blakatoa Range and defeat Giant Fire Spirits in east cliff corner showing up on Thursdays and Fridays."

"Station in Gaia Woodlands is often attacked by Giant Red Fishmen, according to our findings, elusive Giant Red Fishmen return to Goddess Lake to rest."

"Please banish those monsters for us!"

"Just as there are cycles to tides and stars, there's a cycle to dark influence. Research shows same thing happened thousands of years ago, wild animals turning violent and attacking people."

"It may be an unstoppable cycle, but we can try to minimize damage, which is the goal of the Demon Hunter research department."

"Go! I trust you'll succeed!"

"Thank you for this too."

"Although we don't know when they'll attack again, you've gained more time for us to gather information!" Researcher looks at you gratefully.

"Now let me think about this, what was it about the day of reckoning science researcher mentioned..."