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Synopsis:
Halsin addresses a player to whom he's romantically linked in a private room in the Elfsong tavern. They discuss what comes next. This scene occurs shortly after the final victory over the absolute, a day or so after the battle. Player and Halsin are implied to have spent the night together.
3. [TagCinematic]
FULL_CEREMORPH
112. : When we joined battle for the last time, I did not want to presume we would survive. I assumed it might cost us our lives in order to save nature's realm.devnoteFULL_CEREMORPH
28. : I thought that would be the steepest price that could be asked of us. But I was wrong.devnote
6. : You made a choice that would cause most to tremble. You made a sacrifice far greater than merely laying down your life. Your whole future, utterly altered. The world is in your debt, and I am in awe of you.devnote
1. Player: It was necessary.TELEPATHY
100. : I am glad you feel that way, for I fear what awaits you will be difficult. There are few places you could go where your new form will not inspire fear, anger... violence.devnote
86. : You need to remove yourself from that danger - go wherever you can find solitude, peace. Nature's realm is vast - it shall provide a place where you can be yourself.devnote
14. Player: That's my reward? Self-imposed exile?TELEPATHY
82. : A sorry prize, yes. One that I wish was not so... but the world has a narrow view of who can be its saviour.devnote
30. : But I know what you did. I shall not forget, and I shall make it my purpose to tell all of what you did for them.devnote
0. : I can start to do so almost immediately - the wars of late have left many with nowhere to turn... Many lost their families, their homes - some never had them to begin with.devnote
94. [Alias]
- Alias to Node 37
40. [Alias]
- Alias to Node 43
4. [Alias]
- Alias to Node 106
34. : Perhaps in time, I can trust them to meet their saviour. Perhaps you can come to visit us, and be treated with all the reverence you deserve. That day may be distant. But I shall do everything in my power to hasten it.devnote
91. Player: You sell yourself short - this is your dream. If you want me to be part of it, your followers will listen.ORI_Halsin_State_IllithidAvatarIntroducedToCommune
117. : That would surely test even the most open-minded... yet, perhaps I am wrong to hesitate.devnote
49. : A new start must be without limits, or otherwise how would we ever know what we are capable of?devnote
113. : Let us try. It would be a sorry dream that does not make room for all who would wish to partake in it. Nature will find its balance, and if we are worthy, it will provide us with harmony.devnote
12. : But still... we had best make your introduction carefully, and gradually. After all they have been through, I would hate to frighten the children - and the adults, for that matter.devnote
25. [TagCinematic]
End
22. Player: Farewell. I hope our paths cross again in the future.ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsinSecondary = False, ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsin = False, END_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, ORI_State_WasPartneredWithHalsin
109. : As do I. Be safe. Seek peace. Let nature guard you and provide for you. And know that there are those who will keep you in their hearts, always.devnote
118. [TagCinematic]
End
67. Player: You could come with me.TELEPATHY
2. : I wish it could be so... but a new task awaits me.devnote
59. [Alias]
- Alias to Node 108
44. [Jump]
Jump to Node 94 (1)
33. Player: I saved the world. I deserve better.TELEPATHY
70. : You do. But I fear the world is ignorant to its debt, at least for now.devnote
77. [Jump]
Jump to Node 30 (1)
63. Player: I feared this would be the case...TELEPATHY
73. : Because you are wise. You know the fear and mistrust that can grip people's hearts all too easily. There are cruel limits to who they can accept as their saviour.devnote
20. Player: It is the better of two beasts. At least I did not become Bhaal's.REALLY_DARK_URGE
88. Player: Awe? You don't find me... unnatural?TELEPATHY
24. : I thought that last night would have proven otherwise. I know your true nature. It is still there. It still intoxicates me.devnote
107. : But I fear what awaits you will be difficult. There are few places you could go where your new form will not inspire fear, anger... violence.devnote
66. [Jump]
Jump to Node 86 (1)
36. Player: What comes next?TELEPATHY
8. : I fear what awaits you will be difficult. There are few places you could go where your new form will not inspire fear, anger... violence.devnote
15. [Jump]
Jump to Node 86 (1)
29. Player: It was a mistake. There must have been another way.TELEPATHY
27. : Do not torment yourself with paths not taken. You did what was necessary.devnote
75. [Jump]
Jump to Node 107 (1)
95. [TagCinematic]
79. : When we joined battle for the last time, I did not want to presume we would survive. To feel your touch again seemed like a distant dream. That made last night all the sweeter.devnote
105. Player: Not to mention exhausting. I don't know where you get your energy from.
45. : Do not be so modest - you gave as good as you got.devnote
61. Player: What comes now?
85. Player: Why do I get the feeling you're about to say goodbye?
42. : Because I am. At least for now.devnote
90. : Part of me wishes we could stay in this room forever, you and I... but there is a new dawn breaking. And I have a part to play.devnote
7. Player: I remember you saying you wanted to seek a way for everyone to live a better life.ORI_Halsin_State_HalsinsDream
108. : The wars of late have left many with nowhere to turn... Many lost their families, their homes - some never had them to begin with.devnote
37. : They need help - help that this city cannot provide right now. I shall aid them to make a new place for themselves, in Thaniel's realm, under nature's watch.devnote
43. : Now is the time for us to take care of each other. Already, people are gathering to depart. The promise of a new life inspires great haste.devnote
106. : At last count, there were nine whole wagons of children in tow. They are my duty now. 'Daddy Halsin', they call me. Who am I to tell them otherwise?devnote
87. Player: It suits you.
10. : Better than Archdruid ever did. The old teachings could not have foreseen this world; I can see a new way to serve nature now - a path that all can follow, if they wish.
69. [Jump]
Jump to Node 54 (1)
58. Player: It seems your dream of a better life for all might just come to pass.ORI_Halsin_State_HalsinsDream
111. : It is but a sprouting acorn for now, but given time and care, it could grow tall and mighty - and offer shelter to all who need it.devnote
54. : You must visit as soon as you can - there will be much for you to see, and not a soul among our numbers who will not wish to praise the saviour of Baldur's Gate.
72. : And I... well, I shall have my own selfish reasons for wanting to see you again, if you wish the same.devnote
101. : [TagAnswer]
REALLY_KARLACH = False
41. Player: 'Visit as soon as I can?' Don't be an ass, Halsin. I'll come with you right now.
56. : You... you shall? But what about all that you'll miss out on? Your name will be feted in this city - there will be parades, medals, feasts, hands to be shaken, babies to be kissed...devnote
55. : ... are you truly sure? devnote
83. Player: I've never been more sure. Ready when you are.ORI_Halsin_State_PartnerVisitedHalsin
32. : Well... then let us make haste. You have quite a few little fans who will be overjoyed to make your acquaintance.devnote
102. [Alias]
End
93. Player: Perhaps I'm being hasty. Perhaps we should go our separate ways.ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsinSecondary = False, ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsin = False, END_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, ORI_State_WasPartneredWithHalsin
104. [Jump]
Jump to Node 9 (1)
115. Player: I do, trust me.ORI_Halsin_State_PartnerVisitedHalsin
89. : Then I will watch the horizon for you each day, and fix your image in my mind each night, until I feel your touch again.devnote
71. [Alias]
End
116. Player: Our hearts roam free, remember? Tend to your new dream - our paths will cross if it's meant to be.END_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, END_GameFinale_State_UntilNextTime
50. : You are right, of course. There are no mistakes in nature - it is all a grand tapestry beyond mortal reckoning. devnote
57. : You live your life, and I shall live mine... but forgive me the odd hopeful glance towards the horizon, in search for you.devnote
13. [TagCinematic]
End
16. Player: Time will tell, I suppose. I'm a busy man.,
MALEEND_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, END_GameFinale_State_UntilNextTime
16. Player: Time will tell, I suppose. I'm a busy woman.,
FEMALEEND_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, END_GameFinale_State_UntilNextTime
16. Player: Time will tell, I suppose. I'm a busy adventurer.END_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, END_GameFinale_State_UntilNextTime
98. : Have no fear. I am exceedingly patient.devnote
103. [Alias]
End
76. Player: No. I think our paths are meant to diverge here.ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsinSecondary = False, ORI_State_PartneredWithHalsin = False, END_GameFinale_State_GoAdventure, ORI_State_WasPartneredWithHalsin
9. : I see... After all my years of living, I know all too well that nothing lasts forever. Yet a parting can sting, nonetheless.devnote
51. : But that just means what we shared was precious, and will live on in my memory. Thank you - I am a richer man for having met you.devnote
78. [Alias]
End
62. : [TagAnswer]
REALLY_KARLACH