Fanfiction

In-game life story of the author – Vega Highwell

Uhm, the plot of this story is largely made-up, especially the beginning. The old plan to use my true life experience as the storyline was scrapped, so I made do with a fanfiction of my Family in Granado Espada. And yes, the Family’s called Thallmann. You can find me the Pachelbel server of the South-east Asian version of the game.

It’s still in the progress of planning and photo-taking? ‘Sides, my characters are still very low in level, not a Veteran yet. So the excerpts below shall hopefully be able to keep you guys in bay. I’ll get the screencaps in as soon as possible. In the meantime, enjoy!

Phase 1: Before The Beginning
“I promise to you, 5 years later we will meet again, no matter what.”

“But 5 years is a very long time! Besides, we are now in the unexplored New World. How can you guarantee that you will-” Soterius touched Vega’s cheek softly, reassuring her with his deep, calming voice. “That’s why I said ‘I promise you.’”

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Vega screamed for Soterius, but no answer came among the wails of injured sailors after the attack. She panicked. He couldn’t have gone off without her, not in the middle of the sea, just outside the coastline of the Port of Coimbra. However, she heard a report of 15 members of the ship were missing, including one of the small boat used for emergencies. At then, she knew. Soterius parted, without saying a proper goodbye.

Phase 2: Exploration Days

With the remaining crew on board the ship, Vega came ashore onto the New World, breathing in the salty air of the Port. Everything was an unfamiliar haze ahead of her, her mind a total blank. There was only one objective now: To find Soterius in this land of uncertainty. Vega decided to take a brief stroll around the trade city, taking in the view of the buildings cast in the dying rays of the setting sun. Amidst the bustle of the workers unloading cargo and shouts from traders and hawkers, she heard a voice speak at her direction.

“Perchance, young lady, you are a new explorer of this untamed land?” The owner of the deep, husky voice was a tall lady who exuded an aura of experience. A single look at her was ample to deduce that she was one of the first few batches of explorers sent by the Queen of Vespanola, and a Veteran Fighter to boot. Clad in armour that Vega had never seen before, the young explorer noticed a feather that was pinned onto the Fighter’s right upper arm with a brooch that carried a mysterious insignia of a dove taking flight and flanked by two swords. The words “Liberté” were seen under the sign. While she pondered about the significance of this brooch, the Veteran Fighter spoke again.

“Will you like to join the Thallmann Family and help us keep this land in order?” An offer of help. Vega’s eyes lit up. She could accomplish both tasks she had in her hands right now if she joins the Family, namely to become stronger and to search for Soterius. She was sure that the Fighter will be able to help.

“Yes, I am willing to. My name’s Vega, by the way. May I…?” She timidly extended her right hand, hesitating, waiting for the stranger’s next move. It was soon clasped by the Veteran’s gloved hand. Warm to the touch, it gave Vega a feeling of acceptance.

“Luana Thallmann, pleased to meet you.” A smile played across her lips, and Vega knew that she had found a home. “It is my greatest pleasure that you have joined the family.”

Phase 3: Current Times

The trio cautiously stepped through the arch of stone that led to the Lava Plateau of Joaquin. They were in dangerous, unexplored grounds, filled with ferocious monsters threatening their safety. Even the equipment that they had could not guarantee a safe journey through here. With Eleonore’s pioneering quest upon their shoulders, there was no choice and no other way to go. Exchanging brief glances between the three of them, they each gave one another a reassuring nod. They will survive, no matter what.

“Stay alert, keep your senses sharp. Wherever you go, even if it’s just outside the city gates, danger lurks in every corner, in every shadow.” Luana’s words resounded in their heads. This was the rule the Family leader had followed to survive in the New World.

Phase 4: Reunion
“V-Vega! Soterius is here!”

The young Fighter spun around to meet the Scout with eyes wide in shock. Has the time finally come?