<Green> Alright, guys, you all heard the lady. Do we rescue this Maria chick or not?
<TGK> I vote yes. Catria looked pretty cute.
<Palutena> I also agree. I think it would be a good political move to get the Princess of Macedon on our side.
<Tails> I say no. We only have this Catria chick's word that the "deal" is even real. It could just be a ruse to lure us into a trap.
<Silver> ... ... ...
<Celever> Oh, I definitely think we should help everyone we can.
<Keeper> I'm with Tails; I think it's a trap.
<BB> I've had dealing with Princess Athena before and I think she's very admirable. I vote yes to the rescue.
<Keeper> Well, if Cap'n BB is going to vote yes, then I wanna switch my vote. >_>
<Vom> So, we all agree then that we should save the girl for Princess Athena?
<Tails> What am I, chopped liver?
<Green> No, you're just overruled. To Castle Deil!
<Tails> *sigh* Would you please just lis--
<Green> Nope. We already agreed.
<Tails> >:|
<Green> >:|
<Tails> Fine then, in that case I'm going to become a Pirate.
<BB> \o/
<Green> Is that supposed to be some kind of punishment or retaliation or something? I don't really care how you fight. Go grab an axe and let's get shit done.
<Tails> Well, I will!
<Green> Alright, everyone, dismissed. Report to the docks first thing in the morning and we'll get on our way.
Everyone began their battle preparations in earnest. Vom tucked a lucky Goddess Icon into his pocket and Tails took off his shirt and tied a bandana around his forehead. He looked around for axes but there were only a couple he could wield so he grabbed the nicest one and brought it off to the Armory to engrave his name on it. The following morning, they set sail.
Meanwhile, at Castle Deil...
<Zharov> Princess Athena, what the hell you doin' here?
<Athena> I'd like to see my sister for a bit, if you don't mind...
<Zharov> Wahahahaha, you're already on thin ice you insubordinate fool, and so you desert your post and expect me to do you a favour?
<Athena> She's just a child, Zharov--
<Zharov> And you are just a soldier who happens to be very bad at following orders. If you're so concerned about your sister's well-being, the best thing you can do to help her is shut up and get in line.
<Athena> >:|
<Zharov> And don't you look at me like that, missy!
<Soldier> Sir! A ship has been spotting at the nearby docks. It's the rebels!
<Zharov> Wha..? Why would they come here?! Everyone, prepare for battle! You, send for reinforcements!
<Soldier> Sir, yessir!
<Athena> *smirk*
Prince Green and the League had indeed landed nearby and were already on their way to attack the castle. Jeorge bravely volunteered for a suicide mission to distract some of the enemy soldiers by leading them on a chase outside the castle walls while Green and the others snuck inside. Jeorge fought and distracted valiantly.
<Jeorge> Princess TT... I did my best... for you... x_x;
While Jeorge was busy dying, the Archanean League made it into the castle, killed the guards, and rescued the fair Lady Maria, a young girl cleric.
<Maria> Prince Green! You've saved me! *swoon*
<Green> Yep. I hope you have a healing staff because we're short a healer so I'm putting you to work.
<Maria> No problem!
Maria saved, Jagen popped open the backdoor and the League made their way out of the castle and towards the nearby military base where the boss was waiting for them. On the way, Prince Green and Princess Athena met for the first time.
<Athena> Greetings, Prince Marth, I am Princess Athena of Macedon.
<Green> 'Sup?
<Athena> Look, uh, thanks for saving my sister and all. I never really wanted to fight against you guys, but, well, with Grust holding Maria hostage, my hands were tied.
<Green> No hard feelings.
<Athena> *sigh* Macedon is just going to hell in a handbasket. My own brother, Mora, is leading Macedon troops to fight in the name of Dolhr, and I'm pretty sure he killed our dad, too.
<Green> Well, you and your sister are welcome to stick with us. Will the other Whitewings be joining us too? Catria kind of insinuated...
<Athena> They're currently still under the command of the Macedon army, but I'm sure they'll defect over to us as soon as they can. For now, let's kill the jerks that took my sister.
The Archanean League snuck behind the castle and eventually came upon the fortress. Tails, BB, and Celever worked together to take Zharov down. However, before Green could seize control, Tails happened to point out something odd...
<Tails> Is it just me, sir, or did it feel like we kind of fought... not a lot of enemies?
<Green> You're right, this was a pretty sparse battle. You'd think they'd want to protect their prize hostage with more than a handful of archers and knights.
<Tails> I think maybe we should investigate a bit before we take control of the fort, just to make sure that we don't get ambushed or anything.
<Green> Good plan. But... do you mind if I ask you something?
<Tails> Yes, sir?
<Green> You're a pirate now, right?
<Tails> Yep, that's true. Got the bandana and the vest and the axe and everything.
<Green> So, uh... why are you talking normally?
<Tails> Pardon me, sir?
<Green> I mean, I haven't heard you make a single "Arrrr" or "avast me hearties" and you don't seem to be even the slight bit drunk.
<Tails> Sir, I'm sorry, but that is incredibly offensive. Pirates are a culture, not a stereotype.
<Green> Sorry. :<
Prince Green gathered his troops together and led them down the field to try and spot any enemy encampments. They stopped and bought some gear at a local shop, and then they figured out where all of the enemy soldiers where. They appeared to be attacking... some kind of giant metal piñata? Over a dozen soldiers were gathered together stabbing it with swords and lances, many weapons already discarded. Not one to turn down an opportunity to gain some additional EXP, Green led his troops to slowly lure out and kill small batches of enemies until they were all dead. Mission accomplished, they marched back and took control of the fort to celebrate a hard day's battle.
<TT> Milord, have you ever heard of Pontifex Miloah?
<Green> Nope, can't say that I have.
<BV> *groan* Really sir? I've taught you about his exploits many times...
<Green> Well, then, I suppose one more refresh won't hurt. Care to explain again?
<BV> *sigh* Miloah was a Pontifex of Khadein and he wielded the magical tome Aura.
<Green> Ooooooh...
<BV> He fought for Archanea and defeated many foes, but sadly he was killed by his rival, Ice Espeon.
<Green> Oh, bummer, I was hoping we could recruit him maybe. :<
<BV> You didn't notice my use of the past tense?
<TT> Anyway, Miloah is certainly dead but his daughter PMJ is still around somewhere, and she can also wield the powerful Aura tome.
<Green> Welp, I suppose we'll have to just recruit her instead! Where is she?
<TT> No idea! She went into hiding after her father's battle with IE, and no one's seen her since. However, I have a feeling that we'll probably be meeting her soon...