Student Sousuke

Overview
Summary
 * 1) Bond with Acolyte Sousuke through battle against one of Balthazar's Eternals.
 * 2) See Field General Hayao for your reward.

Obtained from
 * Field General Hayao at Plains of Jarin or Sun Docks.

Requirements
 * Zaishen Elite (Quest)

Reward
 * 1,500 XP
 * Acolyte Sousuke joins your party.
 * 125 gold

Dialogue for male character
 * "The Zaishen are sworn blades of Balthazar, loyal to the end. You have selected Sousuke as your student. It is time to show your pupil the meaning of strength. Together you must defeat one of Balthazar's Eternals in combat. Only through victory in the face of adversity will you be forever bonded with your brother in arms. You will find the Eternal in Zehlon Reach"
 * Accept: It's now or never.
 * Decline: It's never. Or at least not now.'
 * ''When asked about quest: Acolyte Sousuke is in The Zehlon Reach. He will call forth the Eternal once you arrive.

Dialogue for female character
 * "The Zaishen are sworn blades of Balthazar, loyal to the end. You have selected Sousuke as your student. It is time to show your pupil the meaning of strength. Together you must defeat one of Balthazar's Eternals in combat. Only through victory in the face of adversity will you be forever bonded with your brethren in arms. You will find the Eternal in Zehlon Reach"
 * Accept: It's now or never.
 * Decline: It's never. Or at least not now.'
 * ''When asked about quest: Acolyte Sousuke is in The Zehlon Reach. He will call forth the Eternal once you arrive.

Intermediate Dialogue

At the start of the battle
 * Acolyte Sousuke: "Let's see how infinite these Eternals are when they meet my spells head on."

After defeating the Eternal and the Ghostly Griffons
 * Acolyte Sousuke: "Ha! I barely broke a sweat. You and I make a good team, yes?"

Reward Dialogue
 * "As his trainer, I think it best you knew something about your pupil. Sousuke is driven by a relentless curiosity and always offering advice, commentary, and wisecrasks, but do not let that deceive you. His unique attitude and boundless curiosity are rare in a Zaishen, but he backs it up with a flamboyant, explosive fighting style. Good luck, hero. Go with the blessing of Balthazar."

Walkthrough
Follow the quest marker to the location in Zehlon Reach (not far from the portal to the Astralarium). At the marker you will find Sousuke near a Balthazar's Eternal and a few Ghostly Griffons. Defeat them to complete the quest.