We should ally with the Garleans

[Theodric]

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That's false - not every Garlean supported Nael when he sought to bring Dalamud down upon Eorzea. Nor is Eorzea free of sin when it comes to genocide given all the war and conflict that has taken root within the continent itself. The Ishgardians and Ala Mhigans are the prime culprits for that - though they're not without redeeming qualities. I doubt Garlemald is without redeeming qualities - because if it is, then the story would become very boring.

Yet I'm 99% certain that it will be painted in a more sympathetic light. After all, we only saw one side of the conflict with the Dravanians and most people brushed them off as evil.

[basketofseals]

That's false - not every Garlean supported Nael when he sought to bring Dalamud down upon Eorzea. Nor is Eorzea free of sin when it comes to genocide given all the war and conflict that has taken root within the continent itself. The Ishgardians and Ala Mhigans are the prime culprits for that - though they're not without redeeming qualities. I doubt Garlemald is without redeeming qualities - because if it is, then the story would become very boring.

Yet I'm 99% certain that it will be painted in a more sympathetic light. After all, we only saw one side of the conflict with the Dravanians and most people brushed them off as evil.

I didn't even mention Dalamud, I was talking about when the Scions were kidnapped, and the GC leaders and Nanamo were sent the Garlean terms of surrender which was "unconditional or be obliterated by Ultima Weapon."

It doesn't matter who is in the Garlean Empire at this point. THEY ARE FIGHTING FOR THE EXTERMINATION OF ALL LIFE THAT DOESN'T BELONG TO THEM. If you don't want to go on a race ending killing spree, then you have no reason to join the Garleans.

[VargasVermillion]

People also forget that Cid is still very well liked by his people, his flagging for treason made him even more so. They aren't all in agreeance with their monarchy's way.