Masamune on 8
Dialogue
The first row displays life-size recreations of the three legendary Sultansworn known collectively as the first paladins. Of particular interest are the blades that they brandish. Three blades forged from the same steel, one each bestowed to the three great warriors who would attend the Royal House by the hand of Sasagan Ul Sisigan, first of his name and founder of our nation. Curtana, Joyeuse, Durandal... Eras have passed, monarchs have risen and fallen, but the legends of these blades─and the men who did wield them─live on to this very day.
On the second row of the stage stands life-size figurines of two archers─referenced in Thorne Dynasty records as the Twin Bows. It is said that they served as bodyguards for Princess Edvya on the strict orders of her father, the sultan. It is perhaps worth noting that despite their moniker, the two are of different races entirely. One is Hyuran, a midlander, not unlike the Royal House of Thorne which he did serve. The other is of Miqo'te blood, a Seeker of the Sun. The histories tell of how─after years of bitter struggle─the Thorne Dynasty at last succeeded in reaching across the desert and establishing trade with the U tribe, a fact which the existence of these dolls would seem to corroborate.
The third row is adorned with the figures of an alchemist, a goldsmith, and a weaver─together known as the Three Creators. It is widely believed that these three women─alchemist, goldsmith, and weaver─do not represent actual historical personages, but are rather quasi-deities said to watch over our nation and see it to greater heights of inspiration and prosperity. Observing these dolls, it is evident that ladies' fashion was at the center of attention and demand since days long past. Most likely, the respect and reverence shown for the skilled artisans who created such objects of beauty resulted in the birth of these three symbolic figures.




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