Entrepreneur, Guide, and All-Around Expert
I don't feel like brushing shoulders with Jaania. She's been with us the entire time? I would have thought she'd make me throw up at least once on this trip. Jaania isn't actually here. Take it from a maestro with the heartstrings. An actress' intuition never lies. Your sad, little Shadow would say the same, but he's too busy being a miserable puddle under your shoes. Don't mind us. Me and Tara are going to give you and that cold rose some space.
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Entrepreneur, Guide, and All-Around Expert
Darling, you'll go missing if you climb mountains unprepared. Head back to /ThelimaCity and bother Warlic until you're ready to set off with me.
- Go Now
After completing the 'Enatiodromia' quest:
Entrepreneur, Guide, and All-Around Expert
Tara hired me to guide you up Mount Maleno. Come now, we can't waste time asking questions that aren't going to get answers. You're in a time crunch. Navigating Astrum Argentum, the most mapped out path to the black forge, is going to be hard on your ankles. Watch out for the trees. They're filled with holes, and the wind makes them whistle. The noise tends to disorient hikers, so listen to the sound of my humming to stay on track.
- Dahlia's Quests
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I swear I heard the big guy up here. Hello? Even at half-and-half, you're the size of ten castles stacked on top of each other! It's me! Just come out, and tell me what's - Oh! I didn't see you there, sweetie. I was looking for a friend of mine. So many people get lost up here. We're lucky if we can see flares or hear screams. If you happen to hear a "boop, boop boop, boooooop boooooop boooooop, boop boop boop," tap my shoulder.
After completing the 'Sal Volatile' quest:
Entrepreneur, Guide, and All-Around Expert
Miss Tara is a capable little lady, and gave me some help even when I was being snappy. What a good heart, I hate that. And I hate owing anyone anything. This is all - Oh my! You have such soft steps! Don't mind me. I was thinking out loud about how powerful Miss Tara is. I see she conjures her own weapons, but would she be keen on a pretty dagger or wand? What I'm thinking of would match so well with her starry ensemble.
The Downfall of Empires
That slimy stranger got everything he wanted, and more. I hope you aren't letting him get too full of himself. Eat a raw bat, sit down and relive your ugliest memories, or kick the corner of a table. He'll feel it. Huh? How am I feeling? … Worse than when I was set on fire, if I'm being honest. I lost track of whether or not I still owe Tara. This is all Aiwass' fault. Because of them, Tara became the only one in the world who understands me.
Talk
The Colossus' hand makes for a good arena. Here to let off some steam? Don't worry. The big guy's too sleep to close their grip.
Arena
What is this obsession with blood sports? You, the humans, even my kin love arenas. The Carcossans want to strengthen their bond with you through combat. Swing by whenever you want to work up a sweat. What, me? Are you letting that Stranger put worms in your brain? No way, honey. I'm all about a different death and destruction… but if the Stranger's willing to empty his pockets, I'll think about it.
Tara
ο»ΏI know Tara's alive. She's too worried about you to let herself die, but that'll only keep her going for so long. Goodie-two-shoes like her always burn themselves out one way or another. You lord over time, so I'm sure you want people to respect each other's time. I have my own score to settle with our temperamental girly pop. Oh, and I guess we'll rescue Warlic too. Can't forget about him.
Camaraderie
I went to the Yew Mountain Chain because I thought I heard the Colossus calling for help. Don't think that this was out of the goodness of my tar-coated heart. I was sure they were dead, but if they were still kicking, and owed me a favor… *cackles.* Turns out, they owe me billions for finding them and bringing the Carcossans here. Every bond is transactional. It takes work to make someone smile. Huh? Did you just call me a liar?
- Dahlia's Quests
Entrepreneur, Guide, and All-Around Expert
In need of a guide, babes? Not around town. You're already doing a good job of combing the streets. What I'm talking about is a tour of Mount Maleno. You're in search of something in the Mountains, but the way up's more dangerous than you think. That's why the new Lady in town blocked the entrance. Don't worry. You won't miss out if you give a certain gorgeous guide a chance.
Echo
Don't be mad, but I may have overheard a conversation you had with Mr. Warlic. I've got good ears, and it's hard not to pay attention to a pale-haired gentleman prettier than a princess. You're searching for the source of a strange sound. It's on the peak of Maleno, or maybe Albedo, or even Rubedo. Doesn't matter which it is. I can't get you to all three. What do I get out of this? Heavier pockets, please.
Danger
I've snuck a couple of groups up Mount Maleno before, and most didn't come back. Hey, I promised to show them the way, and I did. It isn't my fault that they couldn't handle the smoke, the Matchsticks, Forge Maleno's guardian, and their own greedy selves. If you go with me, we'll take the least dangerous route. That doesn't mean it's safe, but come on- they weren't you! I'm sure you'd be able to get up there blindfolded… with my help, of course~
Trust
Can't trust me without knowing a few personal details? How sly! Hmm, I'm Dahlia, my favorite color is gold. I moved out of southwest Greenguard to set up shop on the east coast. I prefer men and women that are more on the slender side like me, and - oh? Not those kinds of details? Maybe it's better to put it this way. Take a risk. That's going to be your only option. The smoke's getting worse, and I'm the only one with the guts to show you the way.
