Ah! Hans! You're late! I've been waiting for you.

I've finally done it!

With this machine, I will become the first person to unravel the mysteries behind the disappearance of the once super civilization!

Hmm? Do pardon me. I'm getting carried away again.

I call this, the "Memory Gear"!

What does this machine do? Aha! Curious now, aren't you?

Let's see… Where do I begin?

During our raid of the mysterious land mass that came out of the void rift in Grand Gaia, some of our Summoners were specially instucted to recover artifacts they might find of value.

It is without a doubt that that place was a small part of Athensphere.

Amongst the artifacts recovered, a couple of crystal-like rods were recovered.

I have identified these to be information storage devices of sorts.

And you have been chosen as my test sub… *cough* assistant!?

With the "Memory Gear" on, it will run all the information from the crystal directly in your head.

Amazing isn't it? You would be the first to catch a glimpse of Athensphere in its full glory!

Excellent! Come now, there is nothing to be afraid of. I've tested the "Memory Gear" myself.

Please, sit here. I'll strap this onto your head…

Stop fidgeting! This won't hurt a bit…

Alright, I don't have many crystals left…

What happened to the rest?

Don't worry, they were all worthy sacrifices in the name of science!

Have a good trip!

What is this madness? Where did these… monstosities come from?

I can take care of myself! Send out the Praetorian Guard!

I want these mechanical filth out of my city!

Commanders, meet me at the War Room. I will be there shortly.

Ultor! I must speak with you.

Yes, my lord?

Gazia had arranged for an audience with me a month ago.

He was to meet me at the Forum.

These unholy vermin have overrun the North, where the Forum is at.

We must save him at all cost.

*Sigh*… I must admit, we have been caught off guard.

How is it possible that such a massive force could slip by the city defenses unnoticed?

Ultor, what do you think?

It is impossible that a horde of mechanical beasts could slip by our sentries and scouts unnoticed.

We were attacked from within the city parameters.

Forgive me my lord, but I do believe there's a traitor in our midst.

There is nothing to forgive Ultor. You speak true.

We shall not rest until we find this traitor!

But first, we must attend to the issue at hand.

The city is being assaulted from every direction. Our City Watch are in disarray and fighting blindly.

Unfortunately for us, the Forum is where the battle is thickest.

Gazia is no fool. He should be hiding at the Pantheon north of the Forum instead of confronting the enemy.

Ultor, I want you to retake the Forum back and secure the area.

An odd fellow Gazia may be, but it is without a doubt he possess the greatest mind in all of Athensphere.

We must not allow him to fall into our enemy's hands!

Yes, my lord! It will be done.

Excellent! I'd expect nothing less from you Ultor.

I know you will not fail me.

Once I'm done briefing the Commanders of the City Watch, I'll meet you at the Forum.

One last thing, show a little restraint won't you?

Else there would be nothing left for me to kill once I'm there!

Then I suggest you keep that briefing of yours short, my lord?

You know I never go easy on my opponents… no matter who they may be!

Hah! I'll be sure to keep that in mind.

I'll see you on the battlefield.

Yes, my lord!

*looks at you*

Centurion! Our men await us across the river.

Let us make haste, Lord Zedus will not need to lift a single finger.

Machine or no… these foul beasts will learn the true meaning of fear!