TRISHEA

Title: Preliminary Observation Report of Unknown Dead Star 02-21 Category: Interstellar Travel Log Report Date: Spratmon 23, 1709 Observer: Trishea Observation Record: Spratmon 6 I'd always dreamed of joining the Star Gazers and traveling the universe with my astral form, observing the stars. This is my first time thus traveling, and I was so excited to be able to see all the celestial bodies with my own eyes. Most of these magnificent wonders of the heavens are already in the observation records, however, so I want to push further into the depths of the universe and search for undiscovered marvels. Spratmon 7 I have come to the border zone of the Void Realm. Despite being designated a forbidden area by my Star Gazer predecessors, I saw no danger in the place I was observing. Moreover, I believe that a little danger should not put us off exploring the mystery. After all, the original purpose of the Star Gazers was to observe the extraterrestrial powers of the universe, in the hope of solving the strange natural disasters occurring on our planet. There are not many observation records related to the Void Realm, so perhaps I could stay here a while longer. Spratmon 10 All the stars I've observed at the edge of the Void Realm over the past few days are dead, confirming the previous accounts of the Void Realm as a graveyard of the stars. My attempts to communicate have been met with nothing but silence. However, just as I was about to call an end to this interstellar sojourn, one of the dead stars I'd previously observed (designated Dead Star 02-21) suddenly responded for a split second. In order to gain more knowledge and understanding of the mysteries the stars held, my predecessors had always attempted to make contact with these advanced civilizations. It's hard to believe that all their previous attempts at communication could suddenly produce results here. I urgently need to get back and compile my report, let everyone know the good news. Spratmon 23 The recorded response from the dead star seems to be imbued with a strange, uncomfortable power, especially after listening many times in my attempt to decode it. I've been so occupied trying to make any sort of headway that I lost all track of time; when I finally returned to my corporal form, I realized that ten days had passed. I was in a strange room, surrounded by solemn elders. From them I learned that I had caused alarm during this period—coma, fever, endless recitation in a strange language that no one could understand. My body was getting weaker by the day. It wasn't until they sought out the most powerful mages in the Dark Forest, and they performed an elaborate purification ritual, that I finally regained consciousness. But of all that, I have no recollection. I only remember listening to that recorded whisper over and over again. After this incident, I looked carefully for any information I could find about the Void Realm, and discovered that I was not the first person to hear those whispers from a dead star. Apparently, prolonged exposure to those sinister susurrations can bring dire consequences. The universe is not just filled with romantic stars, as I'd so naively thought. It also holds many unknown mysteries and dangers. Spratmon 25 After the purification, I often still fall into a strange, hallucinatory torpor. The elders say this is a residual effect of my experience, and that it will ease with time, but I feel it to be a punishment and lesson from the universe for my previous transgressions. I feel sorry and remorseful for my flagrant disregard of my predecessors' warnings. They always said that the Void Realm held chaotic, terrifying forces, but I never took it to heart. As a scholar, I should have approached my observations with humility and caution. But this experience has made me truly understand just how dangerous are the extraterrestrial forces we observe and try to comprehend. I don't think I'll be so lucky next time. While my view now is different from when I originally joined the Star Gazers, I am still willing to dedicate all my strength to the cause. To prevent Esperia from being corrupted by such a force, and to be fully prepared to resist, we MUST have a thorough understanding of it. May the inspiration of the universe always be with you and me, and may the stars ever light and guide our way.

"When can I record another interesting astrological phenomenon? Oh... Sorry, I didn't see you. This is for you. Take it as a gift for our encounter guided by the stars."

Has visit scenes with Audrae and Morael.