You were right, Player. I had the same nightmare as the one you told me about.

It was strange.... I could understand what was being said, even though they were Asmodian. This nightmare must speak directly into the dreamer's soul.

Think of this Stigma as a small child. And this child has much he wants to say, but can't or won't voice it. I believe he's either scared or very shy.

Player: "The Stig-- the child must say something."

We can't force him...not in this realm. I think someone should go into Kromede's Trial and listen to what the Stigma has to say.

Then we can interpret the nightmare that both you and Brigade General Perento had.

Since you heard from our "child" first, I think you should do it, Player. It seems to...like you.

Player: Accept.

Controlling the waking life within a dream isn't as simple as it sounds, Daeva. Once inside, you'll be completely untethered from our reality.

You'll be on your own, Player. I won't be able to help you there.

Think carefully about your decision. Come back when you decide.

Player: "I will return with an answer."

You have decided bravely, Player. I am glad.

It is now time to begin...hold my hands. I will send you into the dream world...to a place that will feel familiar yet different. Close your eyes.

Player: "I feel...light as Aether."

You seem to have grown. I guess the nightmares won't bother you now.

Besides, there are far more important things that will require your attention, Player. Always know that you can come back to me for help.

Player: "Thank you."

Venturing through one's nightmare requires a strong psychic bond. There must be nothing interrupting the connection between you and me, Player.

I'm sorry, but I cannot permit others to interfere. You must enter alone. You must leave your friends.

Player: "I understand. One moment."

(Something glows inside the Crystal Ball.)

(It says "Maga's Potion" on the holder.)

(Looks like the item that Kaliga has asked you to get.)

Player: "This is it...."

(You suddenly get a strange, ominous feeling.... Something is wrong with Robstin!)

(You must grab Maga's Potion and rush back to Kaliga's Manor.)

Player: "Quickest way is to teleport there."

(Your trembling hands examine the body of Robstin.)

(He has been tortured and beaten. He is almost unrecognizable in this condition.)

(You are both infuriated and saddened, and you want to destroy the person that did this to Robstin.)

Player: "I will not forsake you, Robstin!"

I think our child may have been the culmination of the pain of this broken, tortured love, coalesced into a Stigma....

The suffering of Robstin and Kromede must have been immense for this to happen. But you avenged their sorrow, Player.

I do not think you will be bothered by this nightmare any longer. You have righted this wrong.