# Friends Part 1

It’s almost time to head off on your journey, but you’re not alone.
People in the castle are sure to help you out along the way.
I mean, if you prefer, you could go off on your own.
You may be able to see something different.
As for those who would lend you a hand, inside the castle, the people most likely to help you out would be...

First off is “Rex”.

Known by many names, such as the world’s greatest adventurer, explorer, and traveler, he has been all around the world and is experienced in almost every area on the continent.
Due to his extensive travels, he’s also quite experienced with the spider nests created by fiends.
Having Rex accompany you on your journey is sure to make things much easier.

Next is the greatest knight of our kingdom, “Roland”.

The most skilled swordsman in the world, he also has the most noble spirit of any knight.
Amazingly quick with his blade, having him on your team will make dealing with fiends a cinch.
Traveling together with Roland will afford you all sorts of experiences, too.

Next is the royal who has heeded his country’s call to arms, “Hershal”.

Noble, thoughtful of the people, and extremely trustworthy, Hershal's power is not one which will help necessarily with your journey itself.
To put it bluntly, he’ll likely even hold you back.
There’s no real reason to choose Hershal, but there is one thing he has that will certainly prove useful.
That would be cash.
Blessed with the huge amount of resources Hershal possesses, you’ll have no trouble with finances on your adventure.

These three are well known throughout the kingdom.
They have wisdom, abilities, and resources like no other.
They are all extremely capable of contributing to the kingdom and your mission.
Even just one would make an excellent addition to your journey, but taking all three along with you will make it difficult to achieve each of their respective goals as well as your own.
It’s probably best to just choose one.

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