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calling4glaives · 1 year

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Eve of the Signing Party

The next place we see Nyx on guard duty is at the party before the treaty signing. Thankfully this one is a little less confusing. We’ll look a little bit at the setting and the people there as well.

Thank you again to @starjunco for the screenshots. IDs are ALT.

As background information, the wiki has information on the previous iterations of this location in the XIII Verses trailers, concept art and various demos. It talks about how the aquarium and dome have disappeared and reappeared, the area itself has changed, and that even the music (“Somnus”) played during this scene is a reference to the trailers. It also tells us there are posters for the Royal Aquarium that is located in the building, and that the picture in the large water display Nyx and Luna talk in front of depicts Etro, who was quite important in earlier versions of the game but has almost no mention in the FFXV or Kingsglaive we got.

Now on to information we can see in this scene itself!

As stated above, the party takes place on the roof of the Caelum Via (which might translate to “Heaven is the Way”; if it were the more obvious “Way of Heaven/Sky” it would be Caeli Via or Via Caeli, though leaving it in the Nominative could just be a nod to the Royal Family) Hotel & Resorts Insomnia. The name itself implies other locations, though we don’t see them explicitly in the game.

Later in the movie (see the white and gold ad on the left behind Glauca), there is an Altissia location advertised, which says interesting things about trade and connections for sure! Wonder which one came first...

Also on the Insomnian building are the same number/coordinate system we puzzled over on the bridge at the Nyx’s Neighborhood deep dive. There, the bridge had the coordinates N35-41-39, W13-19-36, here the hotel has N35-41-39, W13-21-28, which seem to be rather close indeed.

There is a helipad here (with some sort of crest on it), which raises interesting questions about the state of Lucian air travel. It would seem odd that this exists solely for the possibility of Niflheim visitors, but other than the modified Regalia we don’t otherwise see Lucian aircraft.

There are three tiers of seating at various levels of proximity to Aldercapt and Regis. Nyx (and possibly Drautos) seems to be the only visible guard on duty across all three levels. Even if he takes the posting very seriously (using it to dodge Luna’s attempts to talk, and as a distraction during the talk itself) that does seem to imply he is either the very last line of defense for Luna and/or Regis or just there to look pretty.

Perhaps they negotiated down the number of guards they could each bring, but it does raise the question of where Clarus is...

The water motif continues with this small waterfall and river. It could be a sign of the connection to Altissia (perhaps the chain started there), perhaps a sign that nature or the imitation of it a luxurious novelty in the midst of the very tight urban area, a boast of wealth to pump the water that high and maintain the cleanliness, or perhaps merely a cover to mute the noise of the city and conversation. (though the fireworks likely do an excellent job of that tonight, as well!)

The area is otherwise decorated with the ubiquitous gothic arches of Lucis and geometric patterns, and solely uses a dark blue, maroon, black, gold, and hints of white. Which, appropriately enough, will be the strict colors used in the guests’ dress.

A better view of the middle tier, showing bamboo-like greenery areas and a survey of our crowd. The central gate on this level, through which the water appears to originate, is topped by a six-pointed star or flower, likely a reference to the astrals, which is a nice detail.

The lamps have an art deco feel, perhaps indicating either the age of the hotel or the age it wants to appear, or just a general Lucian aesthetic. I do wonder if the low lighting is less comfortable for the guests from beyond the Wall, who might prefer brighter illumination at night.

You can also barely make out Nyx next to the Aquarium, Regis on the balcony, and Aldercapt and two other important figures from Niflheim making their way up the stairs. Perhaps they were dropped off on the helipad or came through the tiled walkways into the hotel itself.

A close-up of Aldercapt’s robe and the back of the truly bizarre helmet we’ll see a better view of later as the people toast to the Emperor.

And Nyx shows up! Notice how he is very definitely not looking at the Emperor or the commotion.

If we pull our eyes away from our main character, we can see a very interesting statue of a woman in draped clothing with wide sleeves holding a sword above a very colorful collection of bottles. There is a matching statue on the other side. Who or what does she represent?

Beyond her is a/the wall, topped by what seem to be glowing tanks of some kind. These could either be illuminated water towers beyond the (Citadel) Wall, or some sort of light/magical storage atop the wall that helps keep it running, perhaps to replace the ones Ardyn destroyed on the Founder’s Day Attack.

If we pull our attention back to the foreground, between Nyx and the Emperor is a nice grouping of the eight NPC models (four appear male and four female) used in this scene. Keep an eye out for them elsewhere. From left to right: Gray Suit/Gray Hair, Dress with Cap Sleeves/Short Dark Hair, Dark Suit/Medium Hair, Dark Suit/Dark Hair, Blue Asymmetrical Dress/Shoulder-length Light Hair, Maroon Ruffles/Bun, Suit Dress/Short Light Hair, Gray Suit/Dark Hair.

This fountain combines many of the elements of this design - light, water, and statues. And look! Fireworks in other colors! They do exist! It’s also fun to see the light/dark contrast between the two sovereigns.

Another view of the scene, showing the lovely delicate railing of gold and glass. Lurking behind the main figures are Drautos in the background as well as the priest-looking Niflheim Dignitary, similar to the figure who said “Release the Daemon” in the opening battle.

A nice shot of Aldercapt’s robes from the front, showcasing many interesting symbols. The dragon in particular is very neat. Though the cut of his shirt and the harness-like straps across his coat are a bit odd, they are clearly very well made. Nyx is also lurking in this shot. Hi, Nyx!

Here also is the promised front view of the ridiculous helmet. Presumably there are some sort of screens inside, scanning the area and at least allowing him to walk, though the skullcap and the rest of the helmet are also just odd. The collars are very reminiscent of Ravus’s outfits even in Tenebrae before his mother’s death, showing the cultural crossover and similarities.

The crowd shot of the middle tier shows some very familiar faces, and some oddities. The statues from the bars are also found on this level, and if the central part truly is water-filled as it appeared earlier, those poor guests on the rear squares had quite the journey to get to their spots, not to mention the servers!

Aside from a nice view of Aldercapt's bracers and Regis's cane and brace, we can see the priest-like figure again, and Ardyn! Everyone is still toasting obediently.

And released! The guests can finally sit down. And Luna makes her appearance. How long has she been here? Have fun counting the doppelgangers in this scene as well.

There are tropical fish and sharks in the aquarium, as well as the mini-leviathans. Perhaps another nod to an Accordo origin? Or perhaps the Lucinia Sound and other waters around Cavaugh are warmer than expected.

The wings on the sculpture surrounding the painting is somewhat reminiscent of the armor of the Lucii.

Look at how massive and ornate this whole setup is. The entire area below this upper tier must be support for the aquarium. Fish, a painting, the massive gold and black thing inside, the mirrors in the supports… this is a major display of wealth and technology. It’s no wonder the party was set here. Not to mention it is slightly more neutral ground, for both parties’ peace of mind. Also, note the violin and piano players. They are working hard!

In addition to being nice shots of Luna and Drautos (and the Kingsglaive cuff), these images show off the painting of Etro fairly well. Is she being supported or bound by the organic pillar-like things on either side of her? Her legs are bare, but she is wearing an ornate collar and shirt. What is the lore, Square?!

It’s also very interesting that Drautos and Nyx are set up in corresponding places. What is Nyx’s position that he and the Captain are the only visible guards here? And yet Nyx is not wearing a dress uniform of any kind even here, just the standard uniform with his silver trim and double chain.

Notice how closely Drautos watches Nyx and Luna's conversation, though, and his odd expression as he looks up. Is he smug things are proceeding as he planned, or something else?

Thank you for sticking with us through another deep dive. We hope this was able to help your creative works (especially for Nyx Week!) and maybe even start some discussions. We’d love to hear your thoughts, disagreements, and little things you might have noticed!

Good luck!

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fandomsideworks · 1 year

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#iedolas aldercapt #ravus nox fleuret #aranea highwind #caligo ulldor #verstael besithia #final fantasy xv #video games

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verumleonhart · 2 years

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#versus xiii #final fantasy xiii #regis lucis caelum #regis caelum #iedolas aldercapt

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scrappyprincess · 11 months

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There's so many steps in front of the Citadel. No man as old as Iedolas could possibly climb them all like he presumably does in the movie. Even Regis's knee probably makes it a struggle for him.

It's unnatural.

#Iedolas Aldercapt #Niflheim #make your own conclusions

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hiddeneosbymrsflowerpot · 5 months

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Not hidden but perhaps overlooked. In Altissia if you climb the winding stair that head up to the gondola station that takes you to Listro Park, half way up there is a square with a fountain and a winged statue. If you get close enough to the statue you can check the inscription.

"A goddess as merciful as the sea is wide, May Leviathan long protect this land. Peace be unto the Province of Accordo. Iedolas Aldercapt, emperor of Niflheim"

Rather of ironic considering what happens next.

All images copyright Square Enix Co Ltd.

#final fantasy xv #ffxv #ff15 #altissia #Leviathan

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ffxvficrec · 2 months

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by Anonymous Sighing, the man lifted his blade slowly. He lifted the edge to the blond’s throat, admiring how the snow that had blown in was sprinkled in his hair. The Prince of Lucis could imagine just how beautiful the Niff’s body was under his robes. The monster was far too cruel to let this opportunity slip by. “No, No,” He chuckled softly, pulling the blade away. He slammed it into the ground with such force he was able to implant part of it into the floorboards. “Death is a mercy, I will never give you.” Words: 4702, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Fandoms: Final Fantasy XV Rating: Explicit Warnings: Graphic Depictions Of Violence , Rape/Non-Con Categories: M/M Characters: Prompto Argentum , Noctis Lucis Caelum , Iedolas Aldercapt , Minor Characters , Verstael Besithia (mentioned) , Ignis Scientia (mentioned) Relationships: Prompto Argentum/Noctis Lucis Caelum Additional Tags: Dead Dove: Do Not Eat , Rape , Eye Sex , Eye Trauma , Crossdressing , Age Difference , 30-Year-Old Noctis Lucis Caelum , 20-Year-Old Prompto Argentum , Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence , Alternate Universe - Lucis wins the war , Noctis is an asshole , Everyone is an asshole except Prompto actually , Hurt No Comfort , Corruption Kink , Niflheim Prince Prompto Argentum , Forced Relationship , slight stockholm syndrome , Abuse , Suicidal Thoughts , Blood and Gore , don't read this if ANY of this triggers you , seriously , Not Beta Read , I Wrote This Instead of Sleeping , Blow Jobs

#final fantasy xv #ffxv #ffxv fic rec #final fantasy xv fic rec

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fallen-kingsglaive · 10 months

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Niflheim ist das große Reich im Westen von Eos. Ein landschaftlicher Wechsel aus Wüsten und Eisfeldern, die paradoxerweise fast nebeneinander koexistieren. Der Einfluss des niflheimischen Imperiums erstreckt sich mittlerweile fast über ganz Eos. Die Bemühungen dieser Weltmacht, aus mehreren Reichen wieder ein Großes wie zur alten Zeit vor den Astralkriegen der Götter zu erschaffen, scheinen fortwährend realistischer. Dabei an den Kristall der Lucis zu gelangen, um sich auch den Rest der Welt einzuverleiben ist hierbei unausgesprochenes Ziel des Imperiums Niflheim. Nutzen tut hierfür der Imperator innerhalb seiner Armee nicht nur reguläre, normale, menschliche Soldaten, sondern hauptsächlich eine Infanterie aus Magitek-Soldaten. Durch Magie gespeiste Maschinen, die als Kanonenfutter ersetzbar sind und im Gegensatz zu Menschen kein eigenes Bewusstsein und somit keinen eigenen Willen besitzen. Auch wenn diese nach wie vor von den treuesten Offizieren des Imperators geführt und befehligt werden. Auch wenn gemunkelt wird, dass sich innerhalb der Armee Niflheims auch Spezialeinheiten befinden, die unerkannter Städte infiltrieren können. Neben diesen herkömmlicheren Methoden, eine Armee aufzubauen, ist Niflheim auch dafür bekannt, Söldner anzuheuern, sowie Siecher zu kontrollieren und gegen ihre Feinde einzusetzen. Diese haben nicht zuletzt in den Außenbezirken von Lucis für verheerenden Schaden und große Verluste gesorgt. Die Farben Niflheims werden mit rot, gold und weiß assoziiert, wobei vor allem hochrangige Mitglieder deren Gesellschaft häufig weiß tragen. Geführt wird Niflheim seit jeher durch das Haus Aldercapt, gerade mit dem amtierenden Imperator Iedolas Aldercapt, unterstützt durch seine rechte Hand den Kanzler Ardyn Izuna. Oberbefehlshaber der Siecher- und Magitec-Armee Verstael Besithia, dem Iedolas Aldercapt vollstes Vertrauen schenkt, während General Glauca, Iedolas’ linke Hand Befehlshaber des Militärs an sich ist, unterstützt durch Ravus Nox Fleuret, Prinz von Tenebrae und großer Bruder des Orakels selbigen Landes. Der Besitz von Tenebrae brachte Niflheim die Chance, das Orakel Lunafrey Nox Fleuret unter Kontrolle und somit die ganze Welt zu haben. Hauptstadt von Niflheim ist Gralea, eine hoch entwickelte und technologisierte Stadt, die Zentrum der Macht Niflheims ist.

#𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝑬𝒐𝒔 ﹁ 𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒏 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝒂 𝒘𝒂𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 #World

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dizzymoogle · 2 years

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Hello! You've got probably the best collection of FFXV stuff I've ever seen! So I figured if anyone might know where to find some specific pieces of concept art it would be you. On the wiki's concept page there's a couple Niflheim pages (like one with Ravus, one with the Emperor, one that's Loqi and Caligo) and since I've been trying to replicate some of their outfits I've been desperately trying to find that specific source book. No such luck... so I've set aside my considerable social anxiety to ask someone I've come to consider as FFXV's biggest fan ^^ If you've happened to see the ones I'm talking about I'd really appreciate any help finding them!

(Also I really have to say I love all the love for Prompto! He's the best boy and after playing his dlc I've been unable to say no to any of his photo/rest requests bc I love him :') I always loved his outwardly cheerful and relatable attitude but the dlc cemented him as a favorite for me)

I went to take a look at the concept art on the Wiki page, are you by chance referring to these pages?

If so these pages are in the book "The Art of Final Fantasy"

It came with this:

You can find the book for sale by itself possibly on Goods Republic, or on the Japanese version of Mercari. (you would have to use a proxy service like Buyee to purchase it that way though)

As for their outfits, I have pics of them here:

I don't know if that's what you're looking for but I have taken pics of their models in game.

Prompto is a very special character to me, and his DLC is still to this day one of my favorites. I can't say no to him as well when he asks for photo ops etc in game lol I'm always glad to see when he's grown on people :D

And thank you for the kind words!

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akingoftragedy · 2 years

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Emperor Iedolas Aldercapt or Chancellor Ardyn Izunia?

The lesser of two evils

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“Why not both?” A bit crass for a king, and certainly something that would cause mass conflict should the public ever hear. “But, should I have to choose only one, I would say the chancellor. Iedolas is obsessed with one goal: world domination. He is blind to anything else and that is sure to be his downfall. The chancellor… there’s something more to him I just can’t place. Ulterior motives, and that unknown poses far more of a danger than a power hungry fool like the emperor”

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saratogaroadwrites · 9 months

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Adamantus (8/12)

Adamantus | saratogaroad rating: G+ total wordcount: 15,328 characters: Aulea Lucis Caelum, Regis Lucis Caelum, Noctis Lucis Caelum, Ardyn Lucis Caelum relationships: Aulea/Regis, Aulea & Noctis other tags: Mother-Son Relationship, Character Death, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence warnings: Character Death Starts The Plot

When Noctis is three years old, Regis takes ill. The doctor tells her that he will recover, that all will be well.

It isn't.

Aulea Lucis Caelum is left to raise a son on her own, knowing that a Kingdom depends on her strength and will to survive.

She will not lose him, too.

Aulea arranges a trade with Emperor Iedolas Aldercapt of Niflheim the day after her discussion with Ardyn. In return for the halting of attacks on the wall of Insomnia and for the safety of her people in Lucis proper, she will secede all lands outside of the city of Insomnia to the Empire.

In return for Ardyn joining her cabinet and the safety of Ravus Nox Flueret, she will give Niflheim the Crystal. They do not need to know that it has lain dormant the past three years, or that there is a would be God slumbering in its core.

She doubts Iedolas' return agreement even had time to dry before he stuffed it into its official envelope and shoved it into the hands of a beaten, battered Ravus, but it is an agreement all the same. Watching Lunafreya, scarred and scared and sobbing, hold onto her brother with both hands as he weeps for the first time in she has no idea how long, Aulea tries not to wonder what Regis would have done in her stead. Would he have traded land for safety, tradition for life? She thinks she knows, but the answer curdles her stomach. She tries not to think of it.

She hasn't dreamt of him since the night of the fire. The magic of the Lucis Caelum line no longer whispers to her. Doubtlessly, it has chosen another.

Ardyn says it is fickle like that as they watch three of Niflheim's artificial soldiers load up the Crystal onto an airship of their Science division. He says a great deal many things once he is a member of the Lucis council, once the Crystal is away towards Niflheim, and none like a single word of it. Most find it too hard to believe, but knowing what she does, Aulea does not question. She seethes, instead, watching as he paces the conference room and speaks with broad gestures of his hands. More than once, Cyril or Clarus have to duck, turning aggravated glances at his back.

In what is likely a telling measure of his character, Ardyn only smiles at them as he continues to talk. It is a grand tale, one that has been woven across generations of Kings and Queens. It is his word against all of Eos' written history, and yet...

"History is written by the victors, Aulea," Her father had told her once, the words unknowingly echoed by Regis years later. Their voices ring in her ears as she listens to Ardyn speak, watches each of her trusted circle watch him in turn.

Uncaring that Cor and Asteria both look ready to rip his head off at any moment, Ardyn tells them of being gifted with the ability to heal the Scourge, which blighted the world after a war among the Gods cast the goddess Eos into a pit from which none could return her. The Healer Prince, as he was known then, and the only one with the ability to survive the glut of the God's powers combined.

He tells them of how he was chosen to rule, to be the first king, the Healer King of Lucis, only to be cast down, cast out, like so much rubbish when it came to light that the Scourge had no real cure, that it could not be removed so much as moved, from one host to another.

He turns a wide smile upon them then, teeth stained with black and eyes weeping thick, dark tears. Aulea's blood becomes ice in her veins as she realizes that he has the entire ruling council of Insomnia in the same room with him. Predator golden eyes seek her out and there is a knowing, a bone deep feeling that churns in her gut, that if he wishes them harm or worse, they would be hard-pressed to stop him. Something warm uncurls in her chest, fights back the chill, as everyone leaps to their feet, draws their weapons in defense of one another. Before blood can be shed she scrambles upwards, slams both palms to the table and yells--

"Enough!"

Her voice echoes. No one lowers their weapons, relaxes their stance. Golden eyes gleaming in black sclera, Ardyn contemplates her. He inclines his head. She swallows hard. Would that she thought he could be killed...

"Everyone," She distantly hears herself say aloud in a voice far too calm for the situation, "please. Sit. Ardyn, if you would..."

His color returns, the marks upon his skin fade like water. He begins to pace again, but no one dares to duck or flinch away any longer. They all watch him with sharp, angry eyes as he continues his tale.

His solution, the one that does not hinge upon Noctis marching to his death, is surprisingly simple: Free Eos from her prison and banish the Scourge with her light. Otherwise, if it is allowed to go unchecked, it will spread like a plague and plunge their world into darkness. It is like something out of a fable, a tale told to children to ensure they pray and never turn their backs upon the Six.

Unsurprisingly, none of her trusted circle believe a word he has said. Normally quiet Clarus actually starts to yell as Ardyn stands on the opposite side of the table from Aulea, his golden eyes only on her. Clarus is going red as she raises a hand, gestures for him to be calm, to wait, and meets Ardyn's gaze.

"And where, precisely, is this Eos located?"

"In the depths of Pitioss," he returns, "A rather nasty little pit of hellfire in the mountains of Cleigne." He waves a hand in the air. "Full of all manner of traps and stumbling blocks, not to mention locked to all but the heirs of Lucis themselves."

"Then why haven't you gone in and done away with this mess?" Cyril asks acerbically, his weight shifted towards Aulea, "You are of the line of Lucis, are you not?"

"A point to the gentleman for his knowledge of history," Ardyn grins, all white teeth this time, "but seeing as I was cast out, I am no longer of such a venerated house. No," he looks back to Aulea, "That honor belongs to one alone now."

The ice returns to her veins.

"Noctis."

Ardyn nods. That same glimmer of something she could not name from when he first told her half of this returns. It sits heavy in her stomach as he stands up straight, the very image of a modern scholar.

"Correct," He says, looking away when she makes a keening noise in the back of her throat. He looks from Cor to Clarus to Cyril to Asteria and then back to Aulea, all hint of playfulness gone. "The young Prince must enter the place alone, descend to its depths without losing his mind, and restore Eos from her slumber." He shrugs. "A tall order for anyone to undertake, let alone an untrained youngling."

Cor growls something about how the boy is barely ten, not even entering puberty, but Aulea's mind is turning elsewhere. She knows the prophecy to be true, one way or another. Bahamut's words still ring within her skull, and should this tale be a falsehood Noctis must be prepared to face that. Regardless, she does not think Niflheim will leave them in total peace for long. The crystal, Regis once said, powered only the Wall. The magic of the line of Lucis was through the Ring and the spirits within.

She still has the Ring, hidden in her nightstand for a time when Noctis sits the throne. As such, its magic remains, waiting for a proper user to call upon it. She cannot use it, cannot warp as she saw Regis do--and thank Shiva for that since he first warped into a tree atop her head!--but Noctis...she closes her eyes and prays that she is doing the right thing.

"Then train him," She says over Cor's grumbling. Ardyn looks at her, and she does not flinch away. "If this plan hinges upon Noctis, then make sure he is capable of doing it."

Of killing Ardyn, should the unthinkable come to pass. She holds Ardyn's gaze for a long moment, the entire world seeming to hold its breath, before he smiles.

"Thy will be done," He says with a deep bow and a hand pressed to his chest. "Your Majesty."

And then he walks from the room, shutting the door behind him. For another moment, Aulea forces herself to breathe. It feels as if she has just gone three rounds with a Behemoth and come away unscathed, but with the beast alive behind her. She must keep moving, must keep them all moving.

"Cyril, Asteria" She says before the sound of the door clicking shut has even finished echoing through the room, "Check the archives for anything that can verify his claims. Cor, seek out Weskham and Cid," Her eyes narrow at the doorway. "Make doubly sure we missed nothing in our search for the Accursed."

"Aulea," Asteria says quietly, "What of what he said? Accursed or otherwise, you don't truly believe his tale, do you?"

"I don't know," Aulea replies, gathering her skirts and beginning to stand. She needs to check on the Flueret children, ensure that Ravus is alright. Needs to see that Nyx understands Ardyn will be teaching Noctis but that makes him no less a threat.

She needs to see her son.

"But?" Clarus prompts her even as he stands up at her side.

"But," And she looks across the table where Ardyn lay his hands, no marks upon the marble to prove he was ever there, "our options are limited. We will make of this what we can and proceed from there." She looks to each of them in turn, sees the determination in their eyes, and nods firmly.

"You each have your orders," She says in a tone more firm than she feels, "Now go."

Each bows, a hand across their chest.

"Yes, your Majesty."

(When she finds Noctis an hour later, there is a hint of nervousness that clings to him even as he beams at her, even as he tells her of how Chancellor Izunia is a distant cousin and can use the warping magic his father could, and he said he'd teach Noctis and isn't that great!

She smiles at her son, a ten year old bundle of energy, and tries to squash the instinct to bundle him up, take him away from Ardyn's knowing look, from Nyx's barely contained protective rage.

Yes, she tells him, It's certainly excellent indeed.

Watching as Ardyn begins his first lesson, Aulea cannot shake the feeling that, one way or another, this will lead to heartbreak.

She just hopes it isn't Noctis' heart that is going to break before this all over.)

#ffxv #final fantasy xv #ffxv fic #!fic #series: crystalline shards #fic: adamantus

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calling4glaives · 2 years

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Nyx's Cork Board

Sorry for the delay; things got crazy during NyxWeek2022! But we’re finally back with the promised deep dive into Nyx’s Board.

If you have a moment, please fill out our survey for future events, open until May 27th, 2022; it would really help us. We hope you enjoy this look at some of Nyx’s memories, and look forward to hearing your thoughts!

Let’s move roughly counterclockwise around the board, taking a look at each section as best we can.

LUCIS WITHDRAWS: Niflheim calls for surrender in territories

For 120 years, the force wall stood tall. Yet the six score of silence the royal house of Lucis had built would come crashing down as the nation was dragged back into the grips of this war, which has ended in defeat once again for the kingdom. As King Morus (sic) has reduced the radius of the wall in order to concentrate its protective energy, Emperor Iedolas Aldercapt of Niflheim has called for the surrender of the outlying cities and settlements.

Three questions: 1) who is the figure standing next to Aldercapt? From the clothing, he appears to be part of Niflheim, but the dark hair is weird. Not Besithia, nor Ardyn. His son? A random minister or general?

2) Who wrote this article? Niflheim or Lucis? “Ended in defeat once again for the kingdom” doesn’t sound very pro-Lucis.

3) How did Nyx get this article from when he was like 2 years old that looks like it was freshly printed? (3b, what kind of paper are newspapers in Lucis printed on to not yellow?) Did Nyx raid a library here in Insomnia?

World News: NIFLHEIM ATTACK ON GALAHD: A Show of Force?

Galahd was raided by imperial forces late last night, according to reports. The Crown City dispatched forces upon hearing of the attack, but the damage was nevertheless devastating, and the number of casualties reported has risen steadily with the morning sun. Galahd resisted the imperial call for surrender after the wall was withdrawn, but has not seen hostilities in the 18 years leading up to last night.

Lots of interesting implications about what happened in Galahd. From the sound of this, Lucis swept in the night of the attack and helped repel it, but that could be propaganda, and we don’t know what happened after this first night. But it’s really disturbing that this is such a small blurb on what’s clearly a middle page without even a “continued on page n”. Also, this was clearly written in Insomnia, lending credence to the theory of Nyx raiding a library here.

There are three pictures of life on Galahd – a picture of the river similar to the poster above Nyx’s bed; two kids in shorts and no shirts (Libertus and Nyx?) swinging from the trees, presumably into the water; and a gathering of what looks like Selena, Nyx, a young dark-haired girl who might possibly be Crowe?, a blonde that’s probably Luche, and Libertus hanging out as dorky teens. It’s nostalgic and a little sad. I’m glad Nyx has these pictures, though.

The picture of the boys looks like a painting, though it could just be an effect, and is burned along the left edge, as well as having white along the edge that looks like it might have been a photocopy originally. It’s definitely seen some damage, though.

We vaguely recall reading somewhere that the group photo was adapted from a picture of the mo-cap artists as an easter egg. Can anyone verify that?

Up at the very top are two illegible handwritten yellow sticky notes, one pinned down for security, and a Lil Malbuddy charm like Crowe has on her phone. I wonder what the story is there…

Next to it is a ticket from Galahd to Insomnia. (Inso-Cava perhaps? For Insomnia-Cavaugh?) Is this from when Nyx first came? By boat, presumably? It looks rather like a Japanese train ticket, though. Perhaps it’s a later trip. It does imply someone’s able to be issuing tickets in Galahd, not just a pel-mel evacuation.

Comparing it to Japanese train tickets (courtesy of Shinkansentrains.com) , the number on the side is probably a date, formatted with the year first, and an easter egg, given that there isn't much going on in years ending in 7 that we might care about, even if we make it Regis’ regnal years. Heisei 27 in the Japanese calendar is the year 2016 in the Western, the year the movie came out, and 7-11 matches the July 9th opening weekend.

If it’s a real in-universe date, it’s probably from a more casual trip Nyx took at a different time. 11270 G is probably the price in gil, and if we convert that to yen that’s about $88 USD or €83. C-05 is probably the compartment number, then.

On to the middle of the board!

Young Libertus and Nyx are kind of adorable. It looks like Nyx has both kukris at this point, and maybe Libertus is carrying a more standard kukri rather than his axe-like one of later in the series. Nyx already has his uniform chain across his chest.

KING REGIS FORGES KINGSGLAIVE IN THE ASHES OF GALAHD

King Regis has formally invited brave volunteers from Galahd to take residence in Insomnia and serve in his royal guard – the Kingsglaive.

A representative of Galahd voiced the citizens’ commitment to resistance one month in the wake of a devastating invasion.

King Regis praised this commitment, promising regular provisions and patrols to Galahd in return.

Okay, so more questions here. It’s unclear if this resistance is to continued invasions of Galahd one month after the main raid, or just resistance against Niflheim in general, especially with Regis promising patrols to Galahd. I don’t think it was utterly destroyed, though, as is often seen in fanon, not if he’s sending supplies and patrols. Plus, in Brotherhood, we hear the Empire tested the wavebreaker in Galahd, which implies people wielding magic are fighting there still, years later.

Second, is that Libertus and Nyx flanking Regis? How fast did they sign up and get cleared? Or is it just coincidence/laziness from the animators?

Third, this seems to fit the timeline for the Kingsglaive being established when Noctis was 5 (about three years before this), with Galahdans being asked to join not found the Kingsglaive. I wonder how many times Regis made this offer to various regions?

To be continued in Part II

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