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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> However, one particularly sly thief saw their chance to attack the tactician and catch her unawares. With eyes closed, Robin was unable detect the mugger as he snuck closer to her...

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> able to fight them without hurting the fleeing civilians or damaging the village property. Robin began to concentrate on reciting an incantation, her focus on conjuring magic into her tome. She was preparing for a powerful casting of Arcthunder, which may wipe out the incoming wave of brigands. >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

One by one, Robin managed to down the invading bandits--casting spell after spell to thin their numbers. ("They just keep on coming... Stay on your toes.") The tactician thought, steeling herself. More swarmed their way into the town square, where she took the fight to. In an open area, she was >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> off. Granted...we lack the manpower to do so. It is Chrom and I's hope to recruit more righteous souls to our cause, and handle this threat head on."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> sold their hearts and souls to the Fell Dragon...Grima." She said with a darkened tone. "They kill and pillage with no rhyme or reason. As if to merely sow chaos in the name of their god. They are beginning to enroach upon Ylisse, and the Shepherds have had little to no leeway with fending them >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> be the same monstrosities you faced, but that doesn't mean that they /can't/ be. But only if we quell their numbers, first." Robin took a moment to compose herself. Now or never, she intended on sharing her plight with the man. "Indeed, the Risen are undead creatures--puppeteered by those who >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> the memories are to recall for you..." She said, looking back up at him. Her tone changed from one of concern to determination. "With you here, there's no doubt in my mind that you were /meant/ to fight with us. As if fate itself had charted a course for your arrival. These Risen...they may not >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

> may very well be a reality in this world if we don't so something to stop the Risen invasion. And so, we strike at the heart of all this chaos: Plegia.") The tactician mused, deep in thought. "...Thank you for sharing. I know that wasn't easy for you to bring back up. I can see how painful the >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

"How ghastly..." Robin said, disturbed by the mere prospect of it all. She couldn't fathom the idea of the exalt's blood, turning people into monsters--not unlike the Risen. In fact, it /isn't/ from the exalt's blood...but of Grima's. Her brows furrowed, troubled. ("What he's witnessed... It >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

> some insight from your experiences will help us in the long run..."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

> painful enough as is--that much was certain. At the end, she reckoned to go through with her inquiry. Byleth seemed a kind enough soul to satiate her curiosity. "Hm. ...What manner of villainy overtook this 'Remire Village, Byleth? Erm, if you don't mind me asking--that is. Perhaps gleaning >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

"Neither do I," responded Robin, "but that's why our current task is to cull Risen numbers. Damned, undead lot... They pose a great risk to all of Ylisse if we don't stop them." She paused a moment, deciding whether or not to ask the professor her question. Him recalling the memory was >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

> hungry emperors?" She remarked, chuckling to herself. "But, you have my word. Another chance to learn, and another realm to save. I wouldn't have it any other way." "Lead on, my new friend."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

"Most troubling, indeed... Well, Fleet, it's a pleasure to meet you--though, I wish it would be under more peaceful circumstances." Robin gave the fox a reassuring nod, prepared to take on this new task. "Luckily for you, I guess you can say I've some experience with...er, shall we say: conquest >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

> town, while /I/ managed to win their trust. Er, well... Chrom and Lissa's, that is. Frederick was as wary as ever, but he eventually warmed up to me." Robin looked back up at Byleth, slightly nodding. "Since then, I joined up with the Shepherds. And the rest...is history."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

> not just let those poor, innocent townsfolk suffer. And so, I joined them--not necessarily to earn their trust, though. It...felt like the right thing to do at the time, anyway. As we dispatched those brigands, I realized how comfortable I was on the battlefield. We managed to save the >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

> every step I made--every breath I took! Just as they were beginning to figure out what to do with me, a nearby town was attacked by brigands." The tactician's gaze wandered to the tome by her side. "I knew nothing of them, this land, or its people. Not yet, anyway. But in my heart, I could >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

"Heh. It's not so much a farfetched story as you might think," Robin said with a chuckle. "Like you, Chrom and his sister, Lissa, had found me unconscious in a field. No memories then, and none now. His second-in-command, Frederick, wasn't too thrilled," she admitted. "He scrutinized me with >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

> life. You mentioned before that you're a professor? I'd love to hear the story behind that: a mercenary turned teacher!"

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

> your father did what he could to provide for you. But now, you've the chance to choose your own path--to forge bonds with those you would sacrifice yourself for," said Robin before chuckling. "Heh, but you don't need me to tell you that. I can clearly see you've finally found your lot in >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

> glance. The way he carries himself... If he hadn't told me, I'd be none the wiser,") the tactician considered. She grew quiet, pausing to collect her thoughts. Dark gray eyes stared out into the distance. Finally, Robin turned to him. "I'm sorry your childhood was anything /but/ happy. Surely >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

"That's very kind of you to say--thank you." She said, grateful. "Maybe my memories will return to me... Or, maybe they won't. Perhaps the answers of my past are too much for me to bear. Only time will tell, I suppose." ("So, an ex-mercenary. He doesn't seem like one at first >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

> moment as crowds weaved through each other like the currents of a river. Ylisseans, with lives to call their own, going about their day without knowing what lies outside borders of their land. "Hm. ...I'd say Ylisse is my home. As far as I can tell, it's the only home I've ever had."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

"I suppose you could say that," Robin began. "Just like you, not long ago, I was found in a similar situation. The exception being that I bore no memories of my past. But Ylisse has welcomed me with open arms, so I give back to her with my service to Chrom and his Shepherds." They paused a >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

"Two Byleths? Unless they both happen to be twins...with the same /name/. ...Hm, strange. What's next? Two of /me/?" She scoffed.

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

> he were in my shoes.") Robin contemplated. "I'm honored that you've travelled this far to call for my aid. I don't plan on letting you leave emptyhanded, either. If you would, please tell me more about yourself, and what plagues your homeland..."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

"Invasion, you say? Who am I to idly stand by and let that happen?" ("Hm. I can't just up and leave my post here as tactician--not when Shepherds still need me... But if what she says is true, I haven't time to waste. ...I'm sure Chrom will understand. He'd have done the same thing if >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

> Byleth hitherto of the Shepherds’ circumstances. “Alright. We’re almost there…”

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

> The two continued their walk towards Ylisstol, where the Shepherds’ headquarters were located. -- Soon enough, they stood at the mighty gates of the city—awaiting passage to enter. To pass the time, Robin took the opportunity to apprise >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

> turn the tides in this situation. “My gratitude knows no bounds, Byleth. Truly—thank you, again. I’d love nothing more than to fight alongside you. Maybe seeing you in action will give me the chance to see how you put those strategies of yours to use,” Robin mentioned, excited. >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

> The Ylissean-Plegian war had taken its toll on the Halidom with egregious losses and unspeakable tragedies. While the Shepherds themselves were not fighting a losing war, morale was down—leaving Chrom the responsibility of reigniting their spirits. But with our newest compatriot, he may yet >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

“T-truly? This is splendid news, indeed,” the tactician joyfully expressed. “The Outrealms have a peculiar way of bringing new allies together. Even as a stranger to our world, you fight for Ylisse and her people. No doubt Chrom’ll be even more delighted to speak with you now.” >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> From the sound of it, this 'Byleth' must be quite worldly. "But you have my word: us Shepherds are more than happy to look after you. As if you were our own," the tactician reassured with a nod.

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> with us. However, I won't ask you to fight our war with us. If you've loved ones expecting you back in Fódlan, I'd rather you stay in one piece until then." -- His words about this 'Smash,' unfortunately, did not ring any bells. As for siblings, Robin was an only child as far as she knew... >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> ample time to chat. -- "It sounds like your land isn't exempt from conflict, either. War besets us at every angle..." Robin sighed. "I'm afraid it may take some time for us to figure out how to return you to your proper home, Byleth. Until then, you're more than welcome to stay >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> I'll er, save you the lecture regarding our current plight for another time..." She led the way, ensuring they took to the main road--far from deviating pathways that may lead them astray. The distance towards the base encampment wasn't much of a trek, but long enough to provide the two >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

"No need to apologize. If anything, I'm glad you feel comfortable enough to open up," she said with a smile. "Yes--the Shepherds, are, more or less, a group of soldiers from all walks of life. Noble, commoner, you name it. Our purpose is merely to preserve the peace for the Halidom of Ylisse. >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

"Aye, I am she," replied the woman. "Though, I wouldn't call myself 'great.' I take it you've heard of me?" How curious. She'd never seen a talking /fox/ before! Then again, there's the taguel--so perhaps they were of a similar race? Regardless, far be it from Robin to look upon her with scorn.

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> she? After all, she was in Byleth's shoes not too long ago herself... "Along the way, I hope you'll regale me with tales of this 'Fódlan.' As a fellow tactician, I'd be honored if you'd share your knowledge."

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

> "We musn't tarry here any longer, though," she urged him, "lest more Risen decide to show... Come with me. I'll bring you to safe lodgings with the Shepherds--a group both Chrom and I happen to belong to." If the prince had put his trust so readily into another stranger, then why shouldn't >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

"Likewise," Robin said, returning the gesture in kind. "And from the sound of it, you must've met with Chrom. Let's count ourselves lucky, then--it's been dangerous around here lately." She was intrigued; he was a professor, /and/ tactician? He certainly carried a scholarly air about him. >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

("Heh. Note to self: It seems Chrom has a proclivity for finding strangers sleeping out in meadows.") Robin mused to herself with a chuckle.

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

> magicks? Something of that sort, anyway... Ring any bells?" Robin asked, curious.

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

> Valm, perhaps? "Ah, but where are my manners? I’m Robin…a tactician, and you’ve come to Ylisse. I take it you somehow entered an Outrealm portal?” She paused, attempting to describe the same gateway the young man may have passed through. “…Erm, strange threshold with unstable, pulsating >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

“Indeed. When you’ve seen your own fair share of battles, you’re exposed to a world strife with trouble lurking around every corner.” The woman responded. She looked him up and down, noting his strange attire. It was unlike anything she’d seen before. Plegia? Ferox? Or somewhere from >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

> about the Shepherd’s mission tomorrow. Her /first/ mission with the Shepherds, that is. “I’d best prepare for the unexpected. Anything could happen, after all…”

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

(“‘Regna Ferox?’ I’m afraid that name doesn’t ring any bells. From what I’ve been told, they don’t take kindly to outsiders there. If we’re to requisition troops on behalf of Emmeryn, I hope our parley with the Khan doesn’t go awry…”) The tactician thought to herself, concerned >

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

(“It’s best not to dwell on the past, anyway. There are more pressing matters at hand that need attending to. I’ll have to confer with Chrom about the next march…”)

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

> Robin sighed, exasperated from the constant ruminations of her past. ("There's no use in pondering what eludes me. In time, the answers will come--some way or another...")

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Robin @tactfullevin.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

("My memories... My youth.. No matter how many times I try, I can never recall anything from it. Everything's so cloudy,") she thought, frustrated. The tactician's eyes wander to the six-eyed brand on her hand, and her brows furrow in discontent. ("...And how did /this/ even get there?") >

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