Togo's Story

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 * 1) [[Image:The Humble Scholar.jpg|thumb||87px]]The Humble Scholar
 * His name is Master Togo. This is his tale.
 * On the surface, Togo appears a simple scholar, but his name is hallowed from the great chambers of Raisu Palace to the smallest shop in Senji's Corner. Cups of rice wine are raised in his honor.  He is invoked as an exemplar to officials and a role model to children.  Even the Tengu speak his name in praise. He is regarded as a savior of Cantha.
 * His reputation is well-earned, for Togo ended the Tengu Wars.


 * 1) [[Image:The Tengu Wars.jpg|thumb||87px]]The Tengu Wars
 * Though Togo was more in his element poring over scrolls and good, such was not to be. His half-brother, Emperor Kisu of Cantha, requested that he journey with a delegation to Minister Wona's estate on a propitious matter.
 * For years, Canthans had battled the avian Tengu, a proud, ruthless, and defiant race. As a young man, Togo himself had fought the Tengu, and knew them to be intractable foes.
 * Yet in the face of this mounting conflict, a hope for peace appeared from a surprising quarter.


 * 1) [[Image:House of Wona.jpg|thumb||87px]]House of Wona
 * Wona, the emperor's minister of war, had long fought the Tengu. So it surprised all that this great warlord contacted the enemy leaders and requested their presence at his estate for a summit.
 * Wona smiled broadly when he heard of Togo's planned attendance. Indeed, the emperor's half-brother would legitimize Wona's intentions in Tengu eyes, and the stars were clearly aligned for a historic occasion.
 * So on a snowbound day, Togo and the imperial delegation arrived at the estate in hopes of building a bridge between man and Tengu. Little did he suspect that treachery awaited him in the house of Wona....


 * 1) [[Image:Betrayal.jpg|thumb||87px]]Betrayal
 * Wona's openhanded invitation cloaked deceit, for hatred still burned the minister's heart. Once he assembled the delegates into his sanctum, he barred the doors and unleashed his assassins. His plans: slay the Tengu leaders as a first strike and fabricate a tale of betrayal, thus escalating the Tengu Wars to the point of no return.
 * To Wona, the arrival of Master Togo was fortuitous. He would blame the death of the emperor's half-brother and trusted advisor on the Tengu, thus ensuring Emperor Kisu's full support. Wona then would sweep the Tengu into the sea.

Mission Specifics
Quest Summary
 * Speak to each delegate before peace negotiations commence.
 * Talk to Minister Wona when you are ready to begin the summit.
 * Durmand [Historian] (Great Temple of Balthazar)
 * Relive the historic event when Togo joined the Tengu at Minister Wona's mountain estate to broker an end to the bloody Tengu Wars.
 * Reward
 * 500 Gold

Dialog
 * Canthan Royal Guard
 * We have finally arrived at the house of War Minister Wona, Togo. Look at the view!
 * Master Togo
 * That was an exhausting trek, was it not? Wona has quite the lofty estate.
 * Canthan Royal Guard
 * Do you truly believe Wona will be able to broker peace between Canthans and Tengu? It seems a heroic task, to say the least.
 * Master Togo
 * I believe it is a task worth undertaking and commend Wona on his good intentions. I sincerely hope the bad blood between Canthans and Tengu can be put aside this day.
 * Act I: The Summit
 * Estate Guard
 * Togo, it is good you have arrived. Minister Wona, along with the rest of the peace delegation, awaits you in the central chamber.
 * Speaking to the delegates
 * Swift Honorclaw
 * The Angchu recognize that peace is a better recourse for human and Tengu alike. Should this feud continue, the stench of death will hang heavy in the air.  Human corpses will be stacked to the tops of mountains and rival out losses.  Do not be fooled; peave will be on equal terms, or there will be no peace at all.  Which outcome do you prefer?
 * Tell me your view on the Tengu Wars
 * This war is the fault of your emperor and his expansionist agenda. The fight was brought to us.  If not for your farmers and their reeking crops and your diseases invading our homes, there would be no war.  What honor is there in burning our hatchlings while they sleep?  In slaughtering our child-bearers?  No.  We will not yield.  We will fight until the corpse of every last Canthan rots in the morning sun.  Peace is the only hope for your species.
 * Talon Silverwing
 * I am Talon Silverwing of the Angchu. We have come to see if you humans truly wish for peace.  Honor is our code.  If your intentions are true, perhaps we can put this fight behind us.  Cross us and we shall bury you.
 * Tell me your view on the Tengu Wars.
 * Understand me, human: we are a valiant race, are are not to be trifled with. If you dare terrorize, deceive or oppress us, we will fight you with every weapon we possess.  If you truly have honor in your heart, you will negotiate with us as equals.
 * Gull Hookbeak
 * Pray to your gods this meeting results in peace. Otherwise, the Sensali will erase any existence of your kind.
 * Tell me your view on the Tengu Wars.
 * You have brought death upon your kind, human. Keep talking.  The longer we drag this out, the more men my brethren will gut with their bare claws.  The Angchu are foolish to think you can be trusted.  No matter; the Sensali will end this war in due time.
 * Minister Wona
 * I see our final guest has arrived. Welcome to my mountain hideaway, Togo.
 * Please take a moment to introduce yourself to our esteemed Tengu guests. When you are ready to begin the talks, come speak to me.
 * Speaking to Minister Wona
 * As the minister of war, I have learned there are times to raise your sword and others when you must sheathe it. Today, a new chapter will be written in Canthan history, one that reflects a sea change in human and Tengu relations.  It is most fortunate the emporer sent you as his representative, Togo.  Your even temper and diplomatic skill will be pivotal in today's negotiations.  When you are ready to begin the summit, please inform me and I shall commence the ceremony.
 * What is your stance on the Tengu Wars?
 * My stance? The Tengu are filthy animals not fit for a stew!  They harass my vassals, set fire to my fields, and disrupt trade.  They claim we are "invading their sovereign territory" as the empire continues to spread.  Bah!  As a younger man I would have ordered the entire race exterminated!
 * But alas, violence is not always the answer. I have learned the value of diplomacy in obtaining harmony and balance.  In life, sacrifices must be made for the greater good to accomplish wealth and power.  It is in Cantha's interest to deal with these savages through other means, which is why I have called this summit.  It is my hope that we can reach common ground on my estate, free from the intrigues of the imperial court.
 * I am ready to begin negotiations.
 * Minister Wona
 * Friends and honored guests, men and Tengu, I ask for your undivided attention, please.
 * We have traveled a treacherous road to this fateful day. It is my hope that when we are finished here, this matter will finally be behind us.
 * However, after long and careful deliberation, I have decided there can be no peace.
 * For the good of Cantha, you all must die.
 * Seal the doors! Let none escape!  Bring me Togo's corpse!
 * Objective added: Protect the Tengu deligates.
 * Master Togo
 * Friends, fight for your lives! The fate of the Tengu rests on your survival!
 * Act II: Betrayal
 * Master Togo
 * We have been betrayed this day, but not by Cantha or the emperor. Minister Wona acts on his own accord, for his own selfish gain!
 * Gull Hookbeak
 * Humans are lying murderers. The Sensali have been betrayed for the last time.
 * Swift Honorclaw
 * The Angchu see no reason to trust you either, human! You say you have been betrayed?  Give weight to your words.  Something as heavy as Minister Wona's head should suffice.
 * Master Togo
 * I am a man of my word. Remain here to ensure the minister does not flee the estate.  I will pursue this wretch into the recesses of his godforsaken compound.
 * Objective added: Find the conniving Minister Wona and slay for his betrayal.
 * Swift Honorclaw
 * Talon Silverwing will accompany you. He will ensure you keep your word.  Know this, human: if you betray us, you entire race will bear the consequence.
 * ''Talon Silverwing'
 * I will be watching you, human. Any misstep and it will be *your* head I bring back.