Carnelian hails from an ancient tribe in the depths of Sargon, outside the control of the lords ameer. She is currently traveling abroad, and has taken long-term residence in Leithanien after coming under the employ of a Count Hohenlohe there. She has formed a partnership with Rhodes Island and, as one of its operators, carries out missions inside Leithanien's borders.
ATK +60%, DEF +100%; Charged effect: Trait effect remains active during skill
Mastery 3 · SP cost 18 · Initial SP 5 · Duration 20sAttack Interval reduces significantly and every attack inflicts Slow for 0.3 seconds; Charged effect: ATK +20% and instead of Slowing, Binds targets for 0.6 seconds
Mastery 3 · SP cost 25 · Initial SP 10 · Duration 25sAttack Range expands and ATK gradually increases up to +280% Charged effect: Every attack increases the damage taken by the target from Carnelian by 20% (stacks up to 5 times), lasting until the end of the skill
Mastery 3 · SP cost 28 · Initial SP 5 · Duration 21sRestores 45% Max HP when skill is activated; Effect is doubled when Charged
Improves own SP recovery rate by +0.6/second when SP is above the limit
You pulled an all-nighter, and you're still not done? Sheesh, what should I do with you...? How much do you have left? I'll help. You should get some rest. And work on your time management.
I can confirm we've received this shipment of medicine without issues. The quantities are right. As for the payment, could you please let Kal'tsit know I'll take care of that pain-in-the-neck mission for her.
Count Hohenlohe, some call him the Hyacinth Count. The way I see it, he's quite a handful with that personality of his. I'm serving as huscarl to this Leithanian noble, on account of some trouble. What trouble, you ask? Hm... Let's keep this a secret for the time being.
That little one... Her codename here is uh... Beeswax? Looks like she tripped in the hallway again this morning. Can she really cut it? She sure knows how to keep her sister worrying.
Rhodes Island provides what the count and I need. In return, I take care of Rhodes Island's troubles in Leithanien. This is what you call a win-win situation, isn't it? Come, shake my hand. This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship, Doctor.
The Leithanians' research on Arts has far exceeded my expectations, and their architecture, music, and education... All are worthy of study. One day, I will bring all this back home. Yeah, and I might bring something else along, though.
The longer we acclimate to an environment and the different people there, the harder it will get for us to free ourselves, and eventually we'll be made to fit its mold... Don't you agree, Doctor? Well, that's not going to get me tied down here. Not unless I allow it.
I'm sure the nobles think of me as an odd thorn in their side. No matter. I don't mind. Though I'd rather keep all this trouble a secret from Beeswax. It's too dangerous... Now that I mention it, I can't quite stop worrying about you, either.
If it's at all possible, I'd rather stay out of the nobles' bickering. Do you know how much I have to worry about each and every day with all the chaperone work and missions on my plate? Maybe I should talk the count into letting me hop over here full time. I'm relying on you to keep me under your wing when the time comes, Doctor.
My little sister sometimes talks in her sleep. This one time, I even caught her talking bad about me. Heheh, Doctor, do you know what you said in your sleep the other day?
Carnelian's origins are no secret. She comes from an old tribe that resides deep in Sargon's golden sands. Per the tribe's traditions, everyone must leave home to study abroad when they come of age. This Caprinae has been to many places, and aside from browsing and studying, her favorite pastime is buying some small, special souvenirs for herself... Had there not been any accidents, Leithanien would have been Carnelian's last stop. Fortunately or not, there was an accident. While she was taking a stroll in a certain Leithanian city, Carnelian bumped into the ruler of the territory. What's more, the Hyacinth Count, then still young, was unable to hide the fact that he was infected. As a result, she was detained, and what could have been a simple conclusion to her study trip got far more complicated. Despite the tense first meeting, as she started to spend time with him, the frail Leithanian count and Carnelian warmed up to each other. According to Carnelian, this might be because she was already used to dealing with kids, having helped raise her little sister, so the young count was like a bothersome little brother to her. In other words, a headache that would only turn into an even bigger headache if left unattended. However, there is no doubt now that she approves of the young count, who is in a tough situation, trying his hardest to hide his infection. Not only that, but she took it upon herself to protect him and aid him however she could. As it turns out, Carnelian first made contact with Rhodes Island because she needed to discreetly obtain treatment for the count. In exchange for the medication that Rhodes Island is providing the count, she is assisting Rhodes Island as an operator with any affairs it is unable to conduct in Leithanien.
As both sides' trust for each other continues to deepen, during her time with Rhodes Island, Carnelian has revealed to us crucial nuggets of information more than once. Evidently, the Sargonian has her own ideas about what's going on around her. This not-so-discreet intimation may be a kind of test or a kind of advance notice. It could even be a sign that she needs our help. If we trust that everything she says is true and sincere, then those thoughts evidently have long lingered in her mind. Perhaps she has already pondered these ideas over and over for a long time, and given the right opportunity, she will likely put her plans into action. Perhaps it won't be long before she openly requests further help from us. When that time comes, what should Rhodes Island do? It would be a difficult question to answer. Aside from this, there is one thing that we should pay extra attention to: While it is a good thing to be trusted and loved, we mustn't let our guard down. Carnelian seems intent on bringing home everything that catches her eye.
The first impression that Carnelian usually leaves is that she is tall and confident, meticulous and full of vigor, capable of assigning tasks methodically, and always having a well-thought-out plan for everything around her. Nonetheless, for an attendant to a Leithanian count, she can be lacking in elegance and delicacy. On the other hand, as a Sargonian, her words and demeanor can also seem somewhat restrained. These contradicting aspects both factor into Carnelian's own unique disposition. Those who don't know her well enough would likely be confused by the Caprinae's easygoing personality and mistake her for a friendly woman. Over time, as her partnership with Rhodes Island continued, Carnelian's own personality became apparent to all those who interact with her. She may seem charming and open, getting along with the other operators well, and always wearing a smile on her face, but it would be a mistake to forget Carnelian hails from Sargon. All those who fought alongside her described her with words like 'fierce,' 'violent,' and 'cruel.' The elegant, exquisite techniques she demonstrates in battle are all facades imposed upon her by Leithanien to hide her primal thirst to attack. Carnelian doesn't try to hide her true self much. No matter the circumstance, she does things according to her principles. Be it the kindness she shows her friends or her cruelty toward those she sees as her enemies, she will never hold back. Leithanien can never truly keep such a Sargonian in check. That said, Carnelian, the self-proclaimed 'qualified big sister,' does try to calm down a little when her actual little sister and the little brother that she 'picked off the streets' are around to maintain a gentle image—Whether she succeeds at doing so is up for debate, though.
Castle-31★ · Guard
Catapult3★ · Sniper
Catherine5★ · Supporter
Cement5★ · Defender
Ceobe6★ · Caster
Ceylon5★ · Medic
Ch'en6★ · Guard
Ch'en the Dawnstreak6★ · Guard
Ch'en the Holungday6★ · Sniper
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Chiave5★ · Vanguard
Chilchuck5★ · Vanguard
Chongyue6★ · Guard
Civilight Eterna6★ · Supporter
Click4★ · Caster
Cliffheart5★ · Specialist
Closure6★ · Vanguard
Coldshot5★ · Sniper
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Contrail4★ · Specialist
Conviction4★ · Guard
Corroserum5★ · Caster
Courier4★ · Vanguard
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Croissant5★ · Defender
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Czerny5★ · Defender
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Deepcolor4★ · Supporter
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Delphine5★ · Caster
Diamante5★ · Caster
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Doc5★ · Guard
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Elysium5★ · Vanguard
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Erato5★ · Sniper
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Ethan4★ · Specialist
Eunectes6★ · Defender
Executor5★ · Sniper
Executor the Ex Foedere6★ · Guard
Exusiai6★ · Sniper
Exusiai the New Covenant6★ · Specialist
Eyjafjalla6★ · Caster
Eyjafjalla the Hvít Aska6★ · Medic
Fang3★ · Vanguard
Fang the Fire-Sharpened5★ · Vanguard
Fartooth6★ · Sniper
FEater5★ · Specialist
Fiammetta6★ · Sniper
Figurino5★ · Specialist
Firewatch5★ · Sniper
Firewhistle5★ · Defender
Flamebringer5★ · Guard
Flametail6★ · Vanguard
Flint5★ · Guard
Folinic5★ · Medic
Franka5★ · Guard
Friston-31★ · Defender
Frost5★ · Specialist
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Fuze5★ · Guard
GALLUS²1★ · Caster
Gavial4★ · Medic
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Gitano4★ · Caster
Gladiia6★ · Specialist
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Gnosis6★ · Supporter
Goldenglow6★ · Caster
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Grain Buds5★ · Supporter
Grani5★ · Vanguard
Gravel4★ · Specialist
GreyThroat5★ · Sniper
Greyy4★ · Caster
Greyy the Lightningbearer5★ · Sniper
Gummy4★ · Defender
Hadiya5★ · Guard
Harmonie5★ · Caster
Harold5★ · Medic
Haruka6★ · Supporter
Haze4★ · Caster
Heavyrain5★ · Defender
Heidi5★ · Supporter
Hellagur6★ · Guard
Hibiscus3★ · Medic
Hibiscus the Purifier5★ · Medic
Highmore5★ · Guard
Ho'olheyak6★ · Caster
Hoederer6★ · Guard
Honeyberry5★ · Medic
Horn6★ · Defender
Hoshiguma6★ · Defender
Hoshiguma the Breacher6★ · Defender
Humus4★ · Guard
Hung5★ · Defender
Iana5★ · Specialist
Ifrit6★ · Caster
Indigo4★ · Caster
Indra5★ · Guard
Ines6★ · Vanguard
Insider5★ · Sniper
Irene6★ · Guard
Iris5★ · Caster
Istina5★ · Supporter
Jackie4★ · Guard
Jaye4★ · Specialist
Jessica4★ · Sniper
Jessica the Liberated6★ · Defender
Jieyun5★ · Sniper
Ju5★ · Sniper
Kafka5★ · Specialist
Kal'tsit6★ · Medic
Kal'tsit Esperanta6★ · Medic
Kazemaru5★ · Specialist
Kestrel5★ · Vanguard
Kichisei5★ · Sniper
Kirara5★ · Specialist
Kirin R Yato6★ · Specialist
Kjera5★ · Caster
Kroos3★ · Sniper
Kroos the Keen Glint5★ · Sniper
La Pluma5★ · Guard
Laios5★ · Guard
Lancet-21★ · Medic
Lappland5★ · Guard
Lappland the Decadenza6★ · Caster
Lava3★ · Caster
Lava the Purgatory5★ · Caster
Lee6★ · Specialist
Leizi5★ · Caster
Leizi the Thunderbringer6★ · Guard
Lemuen6★ · Sniper
Leonhardt5★ · Caster
Lessing6★ · Guard
Leto5★ · Guard
Lin6★ · Caster
Ling6★ · Supporter
Liskarm5★ · Defender
Logos6★ · Caster
Lord/Sharp6★ · Guard
Lucilla5★ · Supporter
Lumen6★ · Medic
Lunacub5★ · Sniper
Luo Xiaohei4★ · Guard
Lutonada4★ · Defender
Magallan6★ · Supporter
Manticore5★ · Specialist
Mantra6★ · Caster
Marcille6★ · Caster
Matoimaru4★ · Guard
Matsukiri5★ · Vanguard
Matterhorn4★ · Defender
May4★ · Sniper
Mayer5★ · Supporter
Mechanist6★ · Defender
Melanite5★ · Sniper
Melantha3★ · Guard
Meteor4★ · Sniper
Meteorite5★ · Sniper
Midnight3★ · Guard
Minimalist5★ · Caster
Mint5★ · Caster
Misery6★ · Specialist
Miss.Christine5★ · Caster
Mitm5★ · Vanguard
Mizuki6★ · Specialist
Młynar6★ · Guard
Mon3tr6★ · Medic
Morgan5★ · Guard
Mostima6★ · Caster
Mountain6★ · Guard
Mousse4★ · Guard
Mr. Nothing5★ · Specialist
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Muelsyse6★ · Vanguard
Mulberry5★ · Medic
Mutsumi Wakaba5★ · Specialist
Myrrh4★ · Medic
Myrtle4★ · Vanguard
Narantuya6★ · Sniper
Nasti6★ · Supporter
Nearl5★ · Defender
Nearl the Radiant Knight6★ · Guard
Necrass6★ · Caster
Nian6★ · Defender
Nightingale6★ · Medic
Nightmare5★ · Caster
Nine-Colored Deer5★ · Supporter
Noir Corne2★ · Defender
Nowell5★ · Medic
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Nymph6★ · Caster
Odda5★ · Guard
Orchid3★ · Supporter
Pallas6★ · Guard
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Papyrus5★ · Medic
Passenger6★ · Caster
Penance6★ · Defender
Pepe6★ · Guard
Perfumer4★ · Medic
Perfumer the Distilled5★ · Supporter
Phantom6★ · Specialist
Philae5★ · Defender
PhonoR-01★ · Supporter
Pinecone4★ · Sniper
Pith5★ · Caster
Pith6★ · Caster
Platinum5★ · Sniper
Plume3★ · Vanguard
Podenco4★ · Supporter
Poncirus5★ · Vanguard
Popukar3★ · Guard
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Pramanix the Prerita6★ · Caster
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Raidian6★ · Supporter
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Ray6★ · Sniper
Record Keeper5★ · Medic
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Reed the Flame Shadow6★ · Medic
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Ripresa5★ · Caster
Roberta4★ · Supporter
Robin5★ · Specialist
Rockrock5★ · Caster
Rope4★ · Specialist
Rosa6★ · Sniper
Rose Salt5★ · Medic
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Saileach6★ · Vanguard
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Scene5★ · Supporter
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Sharp6★ · Guard
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Silence5★ · Medic
Silence the Paradigmatic6★ · Supporter
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SilverAsh the Reignfrost6★ · Vanguard
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Skadi the Corrupting Heart6★ · Supporter
Skybox5★ · Sniper
Skyfire5★ · Caster
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Snowsant5★ · Specialist
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Specter5★ · Guard
Specter the Unchained6★ · Specialist
Spot3★ · Defender
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Stainless6★ · Supporter
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Stormeye6★ · Sniper
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Swire the Elegant Wit6★ · Specialist
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Tomimi5★ · Caster
Totter4★ · Sniper
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Touch6★ · Medic
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Tulip6★ · Vanguard
Tuye5★ · Medic
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Uika Misumi5★ · Supporter
Ukusik5★ · Medic
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Umiri Yahata5★ · Specialist
Underflow5★ · Defender
Utage4★ · Guard
Valarqvin5★ · Supporter
Vanilla3★ · Vanguard
Varkáris5★ · Guard
Vendela5★ · Medic
Verdant4★ · Specialist
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Vigna4★ · Vanguard
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Virtuosa6★ · Supporter
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Viy6★ · Caster
Vulcan5★ · Defender
Vulpisfoglia6★ · Vanguard
W6★ · Sniper
Waai Fu5★ · Specialist
Wang6★ · Specialist
Wanqing5★ · Vanguard
Warfarin5★ · Medic
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Whislash5★ · Guard
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Wild Mane5★ · Vanguard
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Windflit5★ · Supporter
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Xingzhu5★ · Supporter
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Yu6★ · Defender
Zima5★ · Vanguard
Zima the Raging Tide6★ · Guard
Zuo Le6★ · Guard
'Justice Knight'1★ · Sniper
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Ambriel4★ · Sniper
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Andreana5★ · Sniper
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Ansel3★ · Medic
Aosta5★ · Sniper
April5★ · Sniper
Archetto6★ · Sniper
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Aroma5★ · Caster
Asbestos5★ · Defender
Ascalon6★ · Specialist
Ash6★ · Sniper
Ashlock5★ · Defender
Astesia5★ · Guard
Astgenne5★ · Caster
Astgenne the Lightchaser6★ · Supporter
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Ayerscarpe5★ · Guard
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Blaze the Igniting Spark6★ · Caster
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Cardigan3★ · DefenderHello, you must be the Doctor? I'm Carnelian, huscarl to Count Hohenlohe... Oh, I'm just a normal operator here at Rhodes Island. Kindly refrain from frivolous conversation with my little sister, won't you?
I see. These are tactics worth studying.
There is no need, but I appreciate your kind gesture. Thank you.
You see, I find myself worrying about a vast number of people and things, and that number is growing by the day. It's been a while since I was able to do as I pleased, but since you're up for it... Let's put on a show.
This is not part of our agreement, but fine. I'm happy to help.
Don't worry. I'll bring everyone back, safe and sound.
Follow the plan, everyone!
Elegance and etiquette are the way of nobility. Not mine.
As you wish.
Between a refined combat style or something more direct, which do you prefer?
It's been a long time since my blood boiled like this.
Greetings... Let's forgo the bothersome formalities and get this thing started.
Gnaw them to shreds and drink their blood!
Crush them, beat them to a pulp!
Careful! Don't get torn to shreds so quickly!
My oh my, what a pitiful sight. Why are you covered in blood?
Nothing to worry about then. That was easy enough for you.
Okay, mission complete, and right on time, too... Are you hurt, Doctor?
Calm down. Just leave the rest to me. They won't get away.
Fall back, now! Don't panic. As long as I'm still standing, no one will touch you!
Just as I thought. I can relax better in a room without much decoration.
Oh... Watch out. My horns could get you.
What's wrong? Are you tired? Get some rest. You've worked hard enough already.
Arknights.
My horns look especially good today? Thank you. It was my little sister who insisted on giving me a cornicure. I might as well assume that such things bring good luck for the new year. Having experienced a variety of customs, people's feelings when praying for new beginnings are always similar.
More work today? Don't spend the whole day sitting, Doctor.
Happy birthday, Doctor. I am not one to play the sycophant on such occasions, but I'm willing to offer you a gift as a friend. This gramophone is for you, and when next I travel between Rhodes Island and Leithanien, I'll be sure to bring back some records.
Rhodes Island is a partner that keeps its promises, but true partners need connections deeper than contracts. No, Beeswax has grown up, and her relationship with Rhodes Island is her own business. What we are discussing now is between you and me.
As one of the conditions of our quid pro quo, Carnelian is registered as an external operator at Rhodes Island. However, whenever anyone tries to look up Carnelian's operational records with insufficient permissions, all they will receive is a falsified message that claims she is 'currently on a secret mission.' This is the very first request that Carnelian made when she was listed as a Rhodes Island operator. Carnelian explained that she has a little sister with whom she is fairly close. Thanks to the disruption in her study plans, it has been two years since she took up residence in Leithanien. Soon, her sister will come of age, and it will be her turn to follow the tribe's tradition and leave on a journey. Because of the restrictions that come with her job in Leithanien and the fact that she doesn't want to get her sister mixed up in this affair, she has avoided reaching out to her sister. As a result of her overprotectiveness, while she has no qualms about putting herself in danger, she fears putting those whom she holds dear in even the slimmest chance of danger. Now that she is also a Rhodes Island operator, Carnelian has made it clear she wishes to use this status to make contact with her sister. If her sister comes to Rhodes Island, she will find out that Carnelian is carrying out a secret operation, and once Carnelian catches wind of this, she will find the right time to 'finish her mission and come back to Rhodes Island,' so to speak, to reunite with her family.
The pride and egotism that Leithanian nobles show for their bloodline is likely unimaginable to anyone from outside the country. Indeed, it may be hard for an outsider like Carnelian to truly understand this place. While, to most Leithanians, outsiders may indeed be able to temporarily seize glory and step into the spotlight, but those without roots here will find this fabricated fame disappear in no time. Carnelian scoffed at this idea. According to her, even the most pureblooded of nobles frequently find themselves having to tread each of their steps carefully. She recounted the following story to us: After the House of Hohenlohe was defeated in a conspiracy perpetrated by their political enemies, there was only a young boy left to succeed to the family's title. Unfortunately, the boy was also infected during the upheaval. Given the situation, it would be extraordinarily dangerous to contact outside medical organizations or pharmaceutical companies. In the end, it was Carnelian, the girl who chose to stay behind to mind other people's business, who persuaded the count to get treatment. Carnelian is undoubtedly a careful and perceptive woman who is nonetheless honest to her feelings, and she has never tried to change this. The House of Hohenlohe's political enemies or their pride are the least of her worries, as the only thing that's on her mind is the child's condition. Fortunately, after their careful deliberation, the Hohenlohes decided against contacting massive conglomerates or organizations, instead, they picked out Rhodes Island from their long lists of companies to reach out to. [Classified Log] The assistance we are providing to one side of the struggle in Leithanien has caused a rift between our members. As such, I would like to elaborate on my own personal view of the issue. It has been some time since the Twin Empresses took over from Leithanien's Witch King. The country has recovered from that terror, and the nobles have regained control. We have already seen far too many ugly power struggles occur under the Empresses' eyes. It's not unreasonable that some of you are worried about our hasty decision to take sides, that it may destabilize our standing and lead us down a path detrimental to our original purpose. This speculation is reasonable, and it is of course important to be cautious and to take all necessary considerations carefully. Regardless, I must maintain my standpoint: Providing treatment to Oripathy patients has been and will remain Rhodes Island's foremost objective, and we will never abandon the patients who seek our help regardless of their status or standing. —Spokeswoman Amiya