As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness

This article is about the quest. For the name of the major patch, see patch 3.1.

As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness

Quest giver

Lucia

Location

Foundation (X:13, Y:11)

Quest line

Post-Heavensward

Level

60

Experience

 5,000

Gil

 10,000

Previous quest

Against the Dying of the Light

Next quest

As It Once Was
When the Bough Wakes

Patch

3.1

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Main Scenario Progress: 343 / 960 (35.7%)

   

Heavensward Progress: 102 / 138 (73.9%)

   

“

Lucia is not one to rest on her laurels.

— In-game description

Rewards

• 1   House Fortemps Kite Shield
• 1   Wind-up Haurchefant

In addition to the above, choose one of the following options:

• 1   Primal Accessories of Aiming Coffer (IL 240)
• 1   Primal Accessories of Healing Coffer (IL 240)
• 1   Primal Accessories of Casting Coffer (IL 240)
• 7   Allagan Silver Piece

Unlocks

•   So It Goes

Walkthrough

Solo Duty

Upon speaking with Aymeric for the second time, you will enter a solo duty. Time is of the essence, as you must rescue a number of hostages before they are struck down by members of the True Brothers of the Faith.

• Y'shtola, Alphinaud, Thancred, Artoirel, and Aymeric will join you in this endeavor. If you are concerned about healing, Artoirel possesses a potent Cure spell and will accompany you all throughout the duty. However, keep potions handy in case of an emergency.
• You goal is to locate the six hostages scattered throughout the basilica. Make it a priority to take out enemies targeting the hostages first: if a single hostage dies, or if Aymeric falls, the duty will fail.
• The first hostage can be found by following the main path and killing a group of enemies. Y'shtola will stay behind with the hostage.
• Follow the newly-opened path to the second hostage -- and more enemies -- at its end. Allow your allies to take the lead and draw the attention of enemies in front while you rush to target those hurting the hostage. Like Y'shtola, Alphinaud and Thancred will stay behind with the hostage.
• Continue forward, defeating any enemies along the way. A cutscene will trigger when you reach the Quire. The fight gets more difficult after this: not only will you have to worry about the health of the remaining hostages, but the health of Aymeric as well. Be quick.
• The third and fourth hostages can be found by backtracking down the stairs you came from and proceeding into the nearby hallway on your right. Dispatch the enemies, and make sure to unbind the hostages before continuing on.
• The fifth hostage is located back where you split up with Alphinaud, Thancred and the second hostage. The gate that was previously closed is now open, and the hostage can be found within: defeat the enemies, unbind the hostage, and then rush back to Aymeric.
• Upon entering the battlefield with Aymeric, the boss Simeonard of the Holiest Flame will immediately target you. However, focus on dispatching Aymeric's current target first to prevent his health from depleting further. Defeat Simeonard once all other enemies has been dealt with. With the deed done, go up the stairs to find the sixth hostage and finish the duty.

Steps

• Rendezvous with Aymeric in the Pillars.
• Speak with Aymeric.
• Rescue the hostages! 0/6
• Speak with Alphinaud.
• Speak with Alphinaud at Fortemps Manor.

Journal

• Lucia is not one to rest on her laurels.

• As you and the others debate how best to proceed, Ser Aymeric enters the room in the company of lords Edmont and Artoirel to the delight and relief of all present. Alas, the resulting mood of optimism is soon soured by the arrival of a panicked knight bearing grave tidings: a rebel faction calling themselves the True Brothers of the Faith have seized control of the Vault, and taken the refugees sheltering within hostage. Needless to say, the lord commander cannot bow to the demands of such zealots, leaving him with but one option: an armed assault. Without hesitation, you and your fellow Scions volunteer to help, prompting Lord Artoirel to pledge his support as well.

• Though you succeed in sneaking into the basilica undetected, the rebels soon catch wind of your presence, and attempt to execute the hostages. Fortunately, they are no match for you and your allies, and together you are able to rescue all but one of their captives -- a young girl name Maelie, whom you learn was borne off to the upper levels by a priest. You, Ser Aymeric, and Lord Artoirel have no choice but to give chase.

• You finally corner the priest on the uppermost level of the Vault, and Ser Aymeric demands his immediate surrender. Alas, the man will not hear reason, being convinced beyond all doubt that Ser Aymeric is a traitor to both kin and country. In a final act of defiance, he throws Maelie from the ledge, sending the child tumbling towards the plaza.

  Far below, Lucia and Y'shtola can only watch in horror as the screaming figure plummets towards them. But just when all hope seems lost, a great white dragon swoops down to pluck her from the very jaws of death. Vidofnir!

  Soon after, you, Ser Aymeric, and Lord Artoirel join the others outside, where Vidofnir is waiting to deliver a warning from Hraesvelgr. It would seem Nidhogg and his brood have flown for skies unknown. When Alphinaud subsequently presses the dragon for answers regarding Estinien, she declares that she can provide none, and bids you farewell. Though her visit was all too brief, Ser Aymeric hopes that it will do much to change the opinions of the common man. Yet Lord Edmont, who does not share in his optimism, implores the young knight to move with greater caution, lest more perish in his headlong rush for change -- not least Ser Aymeric himself, whom the count plainly cherishes as a son.

• In the wake of Vidofnir's departure, Y'shtola speaks to you privately regarding Thancred, in whom she senses a troubling change. According to her, his aetheric flow has been disrupted in a manner which would theoretically prevent him from wielding all magicks, teleportation included. Though she stresses that this is as yet mere speculation, it would do much to explain why he did not risk seeking out the Scions upon learning that a primal had been summoned. In the absence of proof, however, you have no choice but to remain silent and attend Alphinaud in Fortemps Manor.

• As you discuss recent events with Alphinaud and Tataru, lords Artoirel and Emmanellain enter, having come to present you all a token of their gratitude: a House Fortemps shield fit for a true knight. It soon becomes clear, however, that this was not Artoirel's only reason for seeking an audience when he reveals that Count Edmont means to step aside, leaving him to take his father's place as the head of House Fortemps. In this way, Count Edmont intends to rid the house of the lingering suspicion that it was complicit in a coup d'etat orchestrated by Ser Aymeric. Yet while Lord Artoirel had long dreamed of this day, it would seem that the recent revelations regarding the founding fathers of Ishgard had prompted him question the value of his birthright -- until, that is, he recalled his late brother's words: “A knight lives to serve -- to aid those in need.” And so he vows to follow Haurchefant's proud example and labor for the greater good of Ishgard. And should his resolve waver, he hopes that you will show him the way -- as a [brother/sister].

Dialogue

Speak with Lucia

Lucia: I do not mean to diminish our accomplishments, but until we identify the ones who ordered the fires set, our work is far from finished. 
Thancred: Between the various conservative and religious factions in Ishgard, I daresay there is no shortage of parties who would like to see the status quo preserved. Do any likely suspects spring to mind? 
Aymeric: Far too many to count.
Lucia: Lord Commander, your wounds! 
Aymeric: Are healing well, thank you. Time is of the essence. Lest we forge,t these men would sooner put their own city to the torch than see it change. When our enemies learn that we have apprehended their arsonist, there is no telling how they will react. 
Tense Temple Knight: Lord Commander! An armed mob has seized control of the Vault! 
Aymeric: And now we know. Tell us what happened, ser. Spare no detail.

Tense Temple Knight: We were directing refugees into the basilica, as you ordered, when all of a sudden, men brandishing weapons were all around us. It happened so fast, my lord. We had no time to respond. They've taken the refugees hostage and barricaded themselves inside the Vault. 
Aymeric: And they sent you to deliver their demands. 
Tense Temple Knight: They...the True Brothers of the Faith demand a conclave to select the next archbishop be held forthwith. Furthermore, th-they declare that you, Lord Commander, are guilty of patricide and high reason, and that you must surrender yourself at once to receive the Fury's judgment. 

Lucia: Ridiculous! Do they honestly think that executing Ser Aymeric will change anything? That the truth will somehow die with him? 
Artoriel: These fundamentals rage against the passing of the old ways, unable to accept there can be no going back. 
Count Edmont de Fortemps: Given the fanciful nature of their demands, a peaceful resolution does not seem likely. If the hostages are to be rescued, it will be by force, I fear. 
Aymeric: Agreed. Lucia, take a contigent of knights and establish a perimeter outside the entrance. 
Lucia: At once, Lord Commander! 
Aymeric: Hilda, I need your people out in force throughout the Brume. When word spreads of the situation, the friends and family of the hostages may try to take matters into their own hands. I will not give these militants more targets.  (Hilda nods, Aymeric smiles). I shall lead the assault on the Vault. Master Alphinaud, can I count on the support of the Scions? 
Alphinaud: Of course! 
Aymeric: We are in your debt. 
Artoirel: I shall join you as well, Lord Commander! (Edmont nods)
Aymeric: Your assistance is most welcome, Lord Artoirel. To arms then, friends! Time is against us!

Rendezvous with Aymeric in the Pillars

Aymeric: Listen well. We will enter the basilica silently via this gate. According to our latest reports, there are at least six hostages being held within. The numbers and readiness of the True Brothers of the Faith are unknown. 
Artoirel: I am told one claimed to have served under Thordan VII. might the same be true of the rest? 
Aymeric: Given the swiftness with which they seized control of the Vault, I think it highly likely, yes - which means that they may well possess the knowledge required to turn the building's defense against us. Be that as it may, we have no choice but to press on. Lord Artoirel - you are a brave man and true, and none would dare question your honor if you chose not to risk your life in this endeavor. Are you certain you wish to join us? 
Artoirel: I am no stranger to the battlefield, Ser Aymeric! My arm will not falter; my shield will not break! Halone as my witness, we will bring these fanatics to justice! 
Aymeric: Well said, my lord. Friends - follow me!

Mid-Battle Cutscene

Aymeric: Where is he? Where is he!? 

Vault Priest: Come no closer! (Holds Maelie by the throat over a ledge)
Aymeric: You have nowhere to run! Release the girl and surrender! 
Vault Priest: Surrender to whom!? The blasphemer who throws wide the gates to our enemy, who breaks bread with him and calls him brother!? Undogly swine! I would sooner die than surrender to you! 
Aymeric: Is it godly to spill the blood of an innocent child!? To burn the homes of your brothers!? Tell me, priest - is that godly!?
Vault Priest: Do not speak to me of godliness, heathen! Your father's blood is on your hands - as is hers! (Priest glances up at Maelie and shoves her away from him, to fall down the ledge). (Vidofnir rescues the child mid-fall to the ground).

Lucia: Vidofnir!
Vidofnir: Well met, knight. Mayhap I chose an inopportune moment? 
Lucia: Not at all! Pray forgive us this most unworthy reception. We are honored to have you with us, and right glad of your aid! 
Vidofnir: Fortune delivered the child unto me. I had but to receive her.
Maelie:' Thank you for savin' me...
Vidofnir: Thou art welcome, child. (Maelie nods to Vidofnir)
'Aymeric: Never did I think to be indebted to so unexpected a savior. But full glad am I to be so. (Vidofnir glances closely at Aymeric).
Vidofnir: Friend of Ysayle, warrior of warriors, I had hoped to meet with thee. I bear a message from my sire. 
Aymeric: From Hrasevelgr?
Vidofnir: Upon returning to our lands, Nidhogg's shade did sing unto his brood, and they for skies unknown did then take wing. This thou must know, for your fates are inextricably bound. 
Alphinaud: What of Estinen? Is he truly lost to us? 
Vidofnir: Such matters are beyond my ken. I but bear my father's words. Take from them what thou wilt. Fare you well, mortals. 
Count Edmont de Fortemps: So it is as they say, then. A great white dragon swooped down from the heavens to rescue an innocent child. 
Aymeric: A most unexpected turn of events...but not an unwelcome one. The people will not soon forget this day. 
Count Edmont de Fortemps: Yet how will they choose to remember it, Ser Aymeric? And will these events serve to bring man and dragon closer together, or drive a deeper wedge between brothers? After a thousand years, the world these men once knew is changing - and with ungentle swiftness to boot. Though their actions are misguided, their sentiments are only to be expected. Yo may be sure that others will rally to their cause. I share your desire for a lasting peace with the Dravanians, I do, but I would not see it built on the bones of our countrymen - nor on our own.  I see much of Haurchefant in you. And I could not bear to mourn the passing of another son. 
Aymeric: Lord Edmont...