- Player
- Sure is!
- Delaila
- Ah, I almost envy ya a little... though I'm not sure I'd wanna live through another awkward first date with Badruu!
- Course, it wasn't awkward enough to keep me from goin' on a second. And a third. And a fiftieth.
A Pin for a Watcher
A Pin for a Watcher is a Romance Quest given by Delaila upon reaching Romance Level 4: Together At Last Subira.
Description
“ | Delaila has sent you a letter asking you to come visit her and mentioned a "friend of hers" she wanted to discuss with you. | ” |
Objectives
Part 1
- Talk to Delaila.
Part 2
Seems like Delaila thinks it's time for you to reciprocate Subira's feelings. Talk to Sifuu to make a pin for Subira.
Part 3
Sifuu told you how to make a pin. Time to gather the ingredients.
- 0/1 Make a pin for Subira.
- ↷ Completes: Subira's Pin.
Part 4
You've finished making a pin for Subira. Now all you have to do is give it to her, preferably somewhere romantic for just the two of you.
- Ask Subira to meet you somewhere more romantic.
- Meet Subira in the basement of the lighthouse.
- Give Subira your pin.
Rewards
At Quest Completion
- 35 Renown
- 1 Subira's Portrait
Walkthrough
Dialogue and Mail
Letter from Delaila
Dear (Player),
A friend of mine mentioned things are heating up between the two of you. I couldn't be more happy for ya both! Why don't you stop by for a wee chat? And don't you worry, my lips are sealed.
Delaila
Talking to Delaila
- Delaila
- Good, you're right on time!
- Subira just stopped by right before you. She was grinnin' ear ta ear.
- The two of you remind me of when I met Badruu for the first time... ahh, new love is the most excitin' thing in the world, isn't it?
- Player
- Wait, she told you about us?
- Delaila
- She didn't have t'say it outright. I've read enough romances- and detective novels- to suss it out.
- All she did was confirm my suspicions. You don't need ta worry, I won't say a word ta anyone else.
- Player
- That's between Subira and I.
- Delaila
- Alright, alright, I hear ya loud and clear. I won't pry too much... just have a little suggestion for ya, that's all.
- Player
- I dunno, old love's pretty great too.
- Delaila
- True. Badruu an' I've been together so long, feels like I can read his mind.
- Comes in handy when he gets too in his own head. Means I can drag him right back out.
- Delaila
- Called ya here 'cause I heard you recently got yourself a new pin.
- Y'see, us Palians got a little tradition when it comes to pins. Acceptin' someone else's pin is wonderful...
- But if you really wanna reciprocate, you gotta make a pin back.
- Maybe Subira won't be able t'wear it, or maybe Watchers don't care much for those traditions...
- But I got an inklin' she'd appreciate the gesture, if nothin' else. After all, she's never received a pin before.
- Everyone deserves that experience at least once.
- Now, I'll stop pryin' and let you get back to it. But I hope you think about it, if nothin' else!
Talking to Sifuu
- Sifuu
- Really? I didn't think you were ready for that with anyone right now.
- Who's the lucky person?
- Player
- Subira!
- Sifuu
- The WATCHER?!
- Are they even allowed to, uh-get with people?
- I mean, hey, don't let me get in your way. In fact, more power to you two.
- But you might want to keep that little tidbit to yourself in the future. I'm not big on the rules, but there are other folks around here who are.
- Hmm. Gotta admit, I'm still getting to know Subira, myself, but it seems like a tough cooke like that could use a palium base for the pin.
- After all, you'll need something that stand up to heavy action.
- Alright, next... Pins are best when you put a little of yourself in them, and a little of the other person too.
- So, what do you think represents Subira best?
- Player
- Proudhorn Sernuk Antlers.
- Sifuu
- Right, like those fuzzy guys that pull the Order carriages! Makes sense.
- Player
- I can't say.
- Sifuu
- Ha! All right then, keep your secrets. Probably for the best, gossip spreads like wildfire here in Kilima.
- Gonna make it a little hard to design a custom pin if you can't tell me anything, though.
- Usually we pick a metal that fits the person best. Got an idea of what that might be?
- Player
- Palium.
- Sifuu
- Huh, they must be one though cookie then. Palium can stand up to a lotta pressure. Good for making things that last.
- Next, we need to pick out something that represents you, and something that represents them.
- What kinda item do you think represents your boo?
- Player
- Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers.
- Sifuu
- Palium and Sernuk Antlers, huh? I don't mean to pry, but... that sounds an aweful lot like someone I know of.
- Ahh, don't worry about it. My job's to be your wingman, not a detective! Leave that to the Watchers.
- Player
- None of your business.
- Sifuu
- Ha! All right then, keep your secrets. Probably for the best, gossip spreads like wildfire here in Kilima.
- Gonna make it a little hard to design a custom pin if you can't tell me anything, though.
- Usually we pick a metal that fits the person best. Got an idea of what that might be?
- Player
- Palium.
- Sifuu
- Huh, they must be one though cookie then. Palium can stand up to a lotta pressure. Good for making things that last.
- Next, we need to pick out something that represents you, and something that represents them.
- What kinda item do you think represents your boo?
- Player
- Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers.
- Sifuu
- Palium and Sernuk Antlers, huh? I don't mean to pry, but... that sounds an aweful lot like someone I know of.
- Ahh, don't worry about it. My job's to be your wingman, not a detective! Leave that to the Watchers.
- Player
- The Flothman
- Sifuu
- Ha! All right then, keep your secrets. Probably for the best, gossip spreads like wildfire here in Kilima.
- Gonna make it a little hard to design a custom pin if you can't tell me anything, though.
- Usually we pick a metal that fits the person best. Got an idea of what that might be?
- Player
- Palium.
- Sifuu
- Huh, they must be one though cookie then. Palium can stand up to a lotta pressure. Good for making things that last.
- Next, we need to pick out something that represents you, and something that represents them.
- What kinda item do you think represents your boo?
- Player
- Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers.
- Sifuu
- Palium and Sernuk Antlers, huh? I don't mean to pry, but... that sounds an aweful lot like someone I know of.
- Ahh, don't worry about it. My job's to be your wingman, not a detective! Leave that to the Watchers.
- Sifuu
- But what about you, what do you like?
- Player
- Fishing!
- Sifuu
- Fishing, huh? I've seen some nice jewelry made from a Prism Trout scale.
- That would make a fine addition to a pin!
- Just bring me an[sic] Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers, some Palium Ore, and a Prism Trout, and we're good to go!
- Player
- Bug catching!
- Sifuu
- A bug on a pin...that's a bold statement.
- But I like bold!
- We could do something really fun with a Brighteye Butterfly wing!
- Just bring me an[sic] Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers, some Palium Ore, and a Brighteye Butterfly, and we're good to go!
- Player
- Hunting!
- Sifuu
- You're a Palian after my[sic] my own heart!
- Whenever I use Bluebristle Muujin Mane in a pin, it's a huge hit!
- Just bring me an[sic] Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers, some Palium Ore, and a Bluebristle Muujin Mane, and we're good to go!
- Player
- Foraging!
- Sifuu
- If you're a forager, I'd say there's nothing more romantic to add to a pin than a Heartdrop Lily.
- Why mess with a classic?
- Just bring me an[sic] Proudhorned Sernuk Antlers, some Palium Ore, and a Heartdrop Lily, and we're good to go!
Asking Subira to meet you somewhere more romantic.
- Subira
- (Player)! I- ahem, it is good to see you.
- ...Alright, I will admit I was just thinking about you. That is often the case these days... even when I should be focused on other things.
- Now. Is there something specific I can assist you with, or is this more... personal?
- Player
- I was hoping we could meet somewhere more romantic.
- Subira
- I see. Yes, well- I should be able to finish up my tasks soon... but I am afraid there are very few places suited to clandestine meetings in the area.
- Well, except for the room specifically designed for clandestine meetings, I suppose.
- Meet me at the lighthouse? I shall make my way there as soon as I am able to extract myself.
Surprising Subira with your pin at the lighthouse.
- Subira
- There you are. Good, that will stop me from allowing my thoughts to go wild.
- It is... embarrasing to say, but since I have given you my pin, I find myself more distracted than ever.
- And these insecurities! A Watcher should always be open to critism and feedback. It is healthy to doubt yourself when you hold so much power!
- But this...
- I have never once, in my life, worried about how my hair looked before now. It is absolutely humiliating. And I would not give the feeling up for anything in the world.
- Player
- Your hair looks great!
- Subira
- I was not fishing for a compliment... but thank you anyways. I'll stop fussing with it then.
- So, why did you want to... meet with me?
- Player
- I made this pin for you.
- Subira
- A pin?
- Player
- Great, so you'll definitely accept my pin!
- Subira
- A pin?
- Player
- I made this pin so you wouldn't have to doubt.
- Subira
- A pin?
- Player
- Does that mean you'll accept my pin?
- Subira
- A pin?
- Subira
- I am sorry, I must have heard you wrong. I thought it sounded like you made a pin for me.
- Player
- That's what I said.
- Subira
- Ah, I see. That is what you said.
- ...
- I-
- Give me a moment. Ahem.
- Player
- Is that so hard to believe?
- Subira
- Yes.
- I apologize. Just... give me a moment. Ahem.
- Player
- You heard right!
- Subira
- I see. You have made a pin, for me.
- ...
- Give me a moment. Ahem.
- Player
- Well I didn't make it for Tau.
- Subira
- I am glad to hear I rank higher than a plumehound in your heart.
- ...So, this pin is for me, then.
- I-
- Ahem. Please give me a moment.
- Subira
- (Subira closes her eyes and takes a few deep breaths before speaking again.)
- I accept.
- Oh. It's beautiful. These materials must have taken you some time to gather.
- Player
- Are you okay?
- Subira
- Y-yes. I am sorry, truly, to allow tears to mar this moment. I simply...
- Player
- Are you crying?
- Subira
- I-I apologize. I should not allow tears to mar this moment. I simply...
- Player
- You don't seem that happy...
- Subira
- I am, truly. I apologize if the tears make it appear otherwise. I simply...
- Player
- Those are tears of joy... right?
- Subira
- I... am not sure myself. They just keep... falling.
- Subira
- I never allowed myself to imagine feeling this way about someone else.
- Let alone having them reciprocated! Finding a partner was a dream for others.
- When I was very young, perhaps. I thought I would find someone to spend my life with. But I traded that for servitude, and never once doubted the choice.
- Until I met you, and my world came crashing down all at once.
- Player
- Oopsie.
- Subira
- I'm not sure "Oopsie" quite covers it... but for what it is worth, I am glad it happened. And that it was you.
- Player
- Maybe that world needed to fall.
- Subira
- I am long past uncertainty, (Player). I am glad it crumbled, regardless of how much fallout I must deal with.
- Player
- Sorry...
- Subira
- Do not ever apologize for this, (Player). I made my choice. I chose you.
- Player
- I'm glad you changed your mind.
- Subira
- So am I. I would never wish to return to that doldrum stability that my life had become.
- Subira
- As a member of the Order, I was used to carrying the expectations of others on my shoulders, and never allowing that weight to buckle me.
- It is only now I see how close I was to breaking. How truly unhappy I was before I came to Kilima.
- Of course I was aware, in some distant way, of my own misery. I thought it noble, and just. I suffer, so that others do not.
- Now I wonder if the Order does not look for martyrs when they recruit. I suppose we all have a tendency towards self-sacrifice.
- Even now I fear that accepting this pin means I am being selfish, somehow.
- Player
- You're the least selfish person I've ever met!
- Subira
- I find that hard to believe... but I will try. After all, you are not a liar.
- Player
- Wanting love isn't selfish, Subira.
- Subira
- That is different from what I have been taught my entire life. It will... take me some time to unlearn it.
- Player
- You're allowed to be selfish sometimes.
- Subira
- I am afraid I still hold myself to higher standards than I do everyone else. But I will... work on it, with time.
- Player
- If you're selfish, I must be a supervillain!
- Subira
- Far from it. I simply hold myself to higher standards than I would ever apply to others. Perhaps that is part of the problem.
- Subira
- Well. Regardless of my feelings, I would rather fall into the abyss than relinquish this pin now that you have given it to me.
- So perhaps the Order has a point about the dangers of personal connection.
- Ah well. I have crossed so many lines already, what are a few more?
- Thank you, (Player). I will cherish this gift as I've cherished no others before.
Notes
Update History
- Introduced.