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Lepus Chapter: Act I
Wind, Courage, and Wings
As it turned out, the book Amber gave you wasn't a manual, but a fairy tale... After completing the first test out in the wild, you learn that the second test is to take place within the city of Mondstadt itself. Amber is waiting for you there.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Hey — here, over here!
Amber:
I'm all set up. Let's carry on with the exam.
Amber:
Same deal as before, glide through the markers and get to the finish without stopping in the middle.
Traveler:
I'm ready.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Hahaha... Seems like you've got the hang of wind gliding now! Let's do the final stage.
Paimon:
Easy! You've flown this way before anyway...
Amber:
Once you've passed this final stage, you'll finally be able to get your very own gliding license.
Amber:
Just keep thinking about that license. Ready...
Traveler:
...Go!
Reach the doors of the Adventurers' Guild
Otto:
Windborne traveler! You are required to land at once by order of the Knights of Favonius!
Otto:
I am Otto of the Knights of Favonius.
Paimon:
Wh—What's going on?
Otto:
Please show me your gliding license.
Otto:
It is against the law to glide without a license! I am arresting you under Section 7, Article 12 of the Mondstadt Penal Code.
Otto:
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say will forever carry on the wind.
Amber:
Wait... I'm an instructor. This is a gliding exam.
Otto:
Oh... I see.
Otto:
Well, you picked a bad time to hold your gliding exam.
Amber:
Really, why?
Otto:
The Knights of Favonius received a report from a Sister at the Cathedral claiming she saw Raptor gliding around these parts. I thought your student here must have been his partner in crime.
Paimon:
Raptor? Who's that?
Otto:
A known criminal in Mondstadt. He always uses a wind glider to commit his crimes, so people started calling him Raptor.
Amber:
Wow. He flies fast, then?
Otto:
So far we haven't managed to catch him... Our plan this time was to draw him into the Cathedral with a precious artifact, and ambush him inside.
Otto:
...But he escaped with the artifact.
Otto:
Fortunately, one of the Sisters put some secret markings on the artifact using elemental magic!
Otto:
...But he was too fast, and we couldn't even keep up with the trail the markings left behind.
Amber:
Well, if you need help chasing down a gliding criminal, I'm the one for the job! So tell me, which way did he go?
Otto:
As far as I know, he was last seen near Springvale, but that was some time ago.
Amber:
Leave it to me! With me and Traveler chasing him down together, he doesn't stand a chance.
Amber has specially prepared a gliding exam for you. She has also provided a gliding manual, which she has asked you to read before taking the exam.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Great, you're here! Did you have a good read-through of the gliding manual? Got all the rules down?
Amber:
Sounds like it was a real drag. I would know, I've been there...
Amber:
The gliding manual is super dry... I couldn't get into it at all. Don't tell Jean though...
Paimon:
Really? Hmm... Paimon thought there were some pretty cool stories in the gliding manual.
Amber:
Cool stories? Oh, you must mean the example cases in the Appendix.
Amber:
Some of them I like. My favorite one is about the illegal Anemo Slime take-off.
Amber:
Apparently, if you pop an Anemo Slime and take off in the burst of wind, it shoots you up really, really high... I really wanna try it!
Paimon:
No, not that story. Paimon meant the one with the little bird who wanted to learn to fly.
Amber:
Ah... What...?
Amber:
Lemme take a look... Shoot, this is the storybook I used to read as a kid!
Amber:
Oops, sorry! I put both books in the same pile and must have grabbed the wrong one when I was leaving.
Paimon:
How in the heck do you confuse a bedtime story with an instruction manual?
Amber:
Ahh... This is so embarrassing...
Amber:
It's because... Maybe deep down inside, that fairytale is the thing that truly taught me how to glide...
Amber:
"What you lacked was not wind. It's courage that's allowed you to become the first flying birds of this world."
Amber:
Reading that gave me the courage to glide, to become an Outrider, and to become the Gliding Champion of Mondstadt.
Amber:
...But anyway, let's get back to the exam!
Amber:
Don't be nervous, just glide like you're used to.
Traveler:
I'm ready.
Amber:
Okay then. You just need to follow the marked route to the finish.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
You nailed it! But it's no surprise, given the way you handle your glider in a storm.
Amber:
The next part of the exam is in Mondstadt. See you there, don't keep me waiting!
Paimon:
Alrighty then — you heard her. Back to the city! Let's not keep her waiting!
Amber wishes to discuss the matter of how you've been using your wind glider...
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Hey Traveler! I've been looking for you everywhere! How's that wind glider I gave you last time?
Amber:
Seems like it's really growing on you!
Amber:
But then again, you don't have a gliding license, do you?
Paimon:
A gliding license? Hmm... What's that?
Amber:
Isn't it obvious? You gotta have a gliding license to legally glide in Mondstadt.
Paimon:
Oh... but Traveler and Paimon have been gliding for ages now. This is the first we've heard about it!
Amber:
Yeah, you've been gliding all over the place... Everyone's noticed!
Paimon:
Eh-he.
Paimon:
Sooo... You came looking for us because you wanna give us a gliding license?
Amber:
No way! The Knights of Favonius have strict rules.
Amber:
You need to pass an exam, and only then will the Knights issue your license.
Amber:
Today I'm here as an examiner, to oversee Traveler's official gliding exam!
Amber:
I gave you your wind glider, so this is my responsibility — at least, that's what Acting Grand Master Jean would say.
Paimon:
An exam! What a pain in the butt. Then again, since Amber is the examiner...
Amber:
No with a capital N-O! Do not challenge the authority of examiner Amber!
Amber:
I mean... The whole city saw how well you flew the day that Stormterror attacked, so I'm sure you'll have no problems!
Amber:
But we do need to respect the rules and glide properly.
Amber:
Here. Take this gliding manual. No need to memorize it, just be familiar with everything in there.
Amber:
For example: only one person per wind glider, no carrying anything over the set weight limit, no taking off using an Anemo Slime, and so on and so forth.
Amber:
Anyway, be sure to read it, okay? I had to read a load of big, thick books too when Lisa was teaching me magic...
Paimon:
Wow, that's a big old book... Paimon thinks we best get started!
Amber:
Great. Come find me when you're done, I'll be at Windrise.
Paimon:
*sigh* The Knights of Favonius gliding manual does NOT sound like a fun read...
Traveler:
Well, guess I'd better get started.
movie
You open the instruction manual expecting it to be a tedious chore, but to your surprise, you are met with a charming tale about baby birds learning to fly...
Paimon:
Hmm... That's a cool story... But is the Knights' gliding manual really written in that style?
Paimon:
Huh. Anyway, let's go find Amber.
Gliding Bombardment Minigame
During the exam, you were mistaken for the thief Raptor by Otto, a Knight of Favonius, and were stopped. After clearing the misunderstanding, you volunteer to help arrest Raptor — and so begins the chase.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
This is Springvale. There must be some clues about Raptor 'round here.
Amber:
The Sister from the Cathedral put some secret Anemo markings on the artifact he took.
Paimon:
Use your Elemental Sight and keep your eyes peeled for clues.
Look for clues to track Raptor
Amber:
Hmm... a strip of cloth with Anemo markings on.
Amber:
Looking at the design and the way it's woven, there's a good chance it came from a wind glider.
Paimon:
Wow, Outriders have to be textile experts now!? It's a harder job than Paimon thought.
Amber:
If this really belongs to Raptor, it must mean his wind glider is broken.
Track down Raptor
Paimon:
Hmm... How do we know if this was left by Raptor or an Anemo Slime?
Amber:
Anemo Slimes are airborne creatures. They don't leave marks on the ground, unless someone stomped on one to take-off.
Paimon:
Wait... Are you telling me people actually do that?
Amber:
Either way, let's make a mental note of these markings. They're very clear.
Look for clues to track Raptor
Amber:
It appears that the elemental markings point this way.
Paimon:
Huh. Well... D'you think he ran off ahead?
Amber:
There's only one way to find out!
Amber:
C'mon Traveler, we should keep following the markings.
Paimon:
Ooh, what's that? Looks like something's going on up ahead...
Amber:
It sounds like there's a battle going on — could that be Raptor?
Amber:
Quick, let's keep going!
Talk to Farrah
Farrah:
Thank goodness, the Knights of Favonius have arrived! The hilichurls won't dare pursue me any longer...
Amber:
What happened?
Farrah:
I can't believe it but... the hilichurls attacked our carts. Luckily I outran them.
Amber:
Hilichurls? But I thought the Knights of Favonius had cleared out most of the hilichurl camps around these parts?
Farrah:
It's a small camp not too far from the village. The route I take on my delivery runs ensures I steer clear of it.
Farrah:
But today... some crazy fellow suddenly fell out of the sky and landed right in the camp!
Paimon:
Hmm... Now who does that remind me of...
Farrah:
It really riled them up. They chased the funny-looking fellow as he fled, which brought them out into the open.
Farrah:
I managed to get away, but they smashed my fruit carts to smithereens. I don't know what I'm gonna do when the merchant caravan gets here tomorrow—
Amber:
...Funny-looking? In what way?
Farrah:
He was holding onto something. Must've been heavy, because he couldn't glide in a straight line to save his life... Maybe that's why he fell.
Farrah:
Honestly, people like that shouldn't be allowed in the skies. It doesn't take a genius to know you're not supposed to carry heavy objects while gliding! I'm gonna report that idiot and make sure he gets his license revoked!
Amber:
Heavy object... The artifact? This could well be our guy.
Amber:
Tell me, did you see which way he went?
Farrah:
I managed to catch a glimpse as I ran from the hilichurls. I think he went... that way.
Amber:
Seems like a strong lead. Traveler, on with the chase!
Amber:
Oh, and don't worry — as soon as I get back I'll tell the Knights to mop up the rest of the hilichurls as soon as possible.
Defeat the ambush
Paimon:
Apart from the hilichurls, there's a bunch of funny-looking people too!
Amber:
Judging from the type of wind gliders they've got, I'd say this lot is with Raptor.
Paimon:
But if that's the case, what are they hanging around here for?
Amber:
I wonder... Well, this measly bunch can't slow us down, that's for sure.
Amber:
But we also haven't found the artifact — which means, Raptor still has it on him.
Amber:
...Forget these guys. C'mon Traveler, let's keep following the elemental markings.
The direction in which Raptor has gone
Paimon:
Huh, look where we are...
Traveler:
There are no more elemental markings ahead.
Amber:
The elemental power on the artifact must have worn off.
Amber:
Raptor must have realized the markings would give away his position, and sent his minions to slow us down.
Amber:
That way, when the effect wears off, he can make his escape.
Amber:
He won't get away with this! After him!
During your pursuit, you track Raptor to his hideout. You plunge into its depths without hesitation. Time to bring this criminal to justice.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
There's only one way over there. Raptor must be up ahead.
Amber:
However, it looks like the only way we can catch up is if we glide.
Paimon:
But there's a ton of enemies below... They'll definitely attack us after we take off.
Amber:
If we're gonna do this, we'll have to glide and defeat them in one fell swoop...
Amber:
Traveler, you still had one stage to go in your exam, right?
Paimon:
Yeah, but what's that got to do with anything?
Amber:
How about we make this the third and final stage of your gliding exam, Traveler?
Paimon:
Are you sure that's how the exam is supposed to go!?
Amber:
It's a custom version of the exam for Traveler, designed by yours truly!
Amber:
Besides, the normal version of the exam wouldn't be fit for the hero of Mondstadt himself!
Amber:
So, what do you say, Traveler?
Amber:
Woohoo! Good answer.
Amber:
Traveler, prepare for take-off! Raptor awaits you once you defeat all these enemies, then that gliding license is yours!
Hunt down Raptor
Amber:
It looks like there's no way across... Ugh, he must be around here somewhere.
Paimon:
Amber, over there!
Raptor:
If you insist on chasing me, so be it... Huh? Who brought the little girl?
Amber:
You must be Raptor! You can't escape!
Raptor:
Haha, I don't need to escape! There's no way you can make it over here.
Amber:
Oh... It is pretty high... and quite far...
Raptor:
Oh, little girl, why don't you run along home now and let your leader deal with this? Don't worry, I promise that once the Grand Master gets here, I'll surrender immediately! Haha!
Amber:
Hey, watch it! You're talking to a Knights of Favonius Outrider! You'll be sorry when I arrest you!
Amber:
...You're right.
Amber:
Ugh... He's right there in front of us... If only we could glide across.
Paimon:
So how did HE get across?
Amber:
I don't see a mechanism, and I have good eyesight.
Amber:
Besides, there's nowhere on the ledge that you could build one.
Raptor:
Bye-bye, kiddo...
Paimon:
Oh no! He's getting away!
Amber:
We can't hesitate any longer. The only way to get across is to glide there.
Paimon:
But... but...
Amber:
Don't worry — I'm the Gliding Champion of Mondstadt, remember! If Raptor can do it, I can do it too.
Raptor:
Oi, Outrider! You have less chance of surviving this than jumping off the Anemo God statue in Mondstadt without your wind glider! Haha!
Paimon:
Paimon sees your point Traveler... If you rule out everything that's completely impossible, gliding is the only idea left.
Amber:
Traveler, remember that book I lent you? The one I thought was the gliding manual, but wasn't?
Amber:
The first birds couldn't fly. Flight was their reward for their courage to plunge into the canyon.
Amber:
Be my witness.
Traveler:
Go! Go! Outrider!
Amber:
Roger! Let's show this guy what an Outrider is made of!
Raptor:
Wait... Stop! You'll never make it! Come on, off you go now, back home like a good little girl.
Amber:
Raptor says I'll never make it. But, if you listen carefully...
Amber:
The wind! The wind says I WILL make it, and that's good enough for me!
Glide over the chasm
Paimon:
Amber, no! You're gonna fall! You're gonna fall—!
Paimon:
*gasp* It's a wind current! Sh—She's gliding, Amber's gliding!
Raptor:
You're crazy, kid! You must have known about the wind current. There's no way you would have jumped otherwise!
Amber:
The wind takes care of those who have courage. Now, sit still and await your arrest — like a good little boy!
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Alright! I got him!
Amber:
I only noticed the wind current from in the air — and it's the only one.
Amber:
It would be suicide to try and escape in the direction Raptor was going.
Amber:
In other words, the only way Raptor could have gotten out would be this way — past us.
Paimon:
Aha! So he was just trying to fool us by acting smug, in the hope that we would just give up and leave.
Paimon:
Little did he know, we're not so easily fooled.
Amber:
It was all thanks to Traveler's sharp thinking! Just like a wise man once said, "Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be the truth."
Amber:
At the end of the day, gliding is seven parts technique, three parts instinct — and then 90 parts courage.
Paimon:
What you did now looked more like 99 parts courage...
Amber:
Ah, it was just like in my first gliding exam... I was super nervous, but in the end, there was nothing to be afraid of and I passed no problem.
Amber:
I kinda missed that nervous rush in the exams I've done since then... It just wasn't the same.
Paimon:
...Erm, sorry — Paimon thought you said you passed no problem? What do you mean, exams since then?
Amber:
Ah... Well you see, the thing is, Mondstadt is all "no glide zone" this, "no landing zone" that...
Amber:
*sigh* Every time I get my license it keeps getting revoked. I must have taken the exam about 15 times altogether...
Amber:
But I always pass the first time. I guess my little gliding manual ain't so bad after all!
Paimon:
...Traveler, let's go and get a copy of the real gliding manual from Acting Grand Master Jean some time.
Amber:
I'll head off first because I need to escort Raptor back to the city.
Amber:
Once you're back in the city don't forget to come find me at the Cathedral. I'll issue your gliding license there.
Amber left here in a hurry.
Paimon:
She just can't sit still, can she? Guess that's why she's the Outrider.
Paimon:
When this is all done and dusted, let's head to the Cathedral in Mondstadt.
Paimon:
Getting this gliding license has turned into quite the adventure.
Talk to Amber
Amber:
Congratulations, here is your gliding license! You're officially legal now, yay!
Amber:
I'm not surprised though, you are a natural after all.
Amber:
Oh — and I'll sign you up for the next Wind Gliding Championship!
Amber:
I glide so fast that no one can keep up — it's just me up there, on my own, gliding around... It's kinda boring.
Amber:
Ooh... Fighting talk! Heh. It seems you have no idea how terrifying the championship really is...
Amber:
Well, until I kick your butt in the championship, I wish you a happy, liberating, and above all law-abiding gliding experience.
Amber:
Make sure you obey the rules. Whatever you do, don't get your license revoked...
Paimon:
Oh brother... If you ask me, that's a bit rich, coming from Amber...