Part 1: https://www.reddit.com/r/FFXV/comments/7z71ns/spoiler_a_kingsglaive_and_his_comrades_part_1_a/

After getting the grand tour of Lestallum by Libertus I was told to head to the armoury and get myself fitted for combat. As much I wanted to take some time to process everything going on I was told numbers are scarce for active Glaives and it was important I get started on the mission of humanity’s survival as soon as possible.

Fortunately the first mission I was assigned didn’t seem too hard. Nothing fancy or out of control just a simple elimination of Daemons. The nearby shacks we’d be attending too were infested with Daemons taking shelter from the daylight…Tarantula’s in particular which means there would be Arachne’s in the area too. The waning daylight was an obvious problem and Daemons weren’t mindless like most wild animals. The most terrifying thing about Daemons wasn’t their appearance it was their intelligence. They could strategize and think…it was obvious the need for these shelters was for them to naturally gain more ground towards Lestallum. If we don’t eliminate them now it’ll be damaging for us in the long run if the Daemons have too much territory. I made my way to the Armoury to see two other Glaives there.

“Hello.” The girl waved to me with her free hand while holding a crossbow in the other. I waved back and smiled gently. She had such gentle features and beautiful brown hair. She was wearing a white colored version of the popular Galahd jacket so I was curious if she was from around there like me, “Um hey. You also from Galahd?” She gives a perky sort of smile and nods politely, “Yeah! The names Delilah how about you?” I open my mouth to reply but words fail to come out…

How sad…I couldn’t even remember my own name. I immediately retreat from a response and instinctively start scratching the back of my head unsure of what to say before the other guy replies, “He’s the new guy Dee. According to Libertus he’s got amnesia goin’ on.” At least someone knows…still it’s kind of embarrassing to have no name to fall back on. Delilah is staring at me in a range of emotions. First shocked over the knowledge of my amnesia, then sadness over how I must feel not knowing anything about myself, and then…inquisitive almost like she’s studying me…

“Well ‘New Guy’ is not a suitable name right Gutsco?” The other Glaive chuckles at Delilah’s innocence and responds, “Well that’s true. You thinkin’ of giving him a name or somethin’?” Delilah’s eyes light up with inspiration, “YEAH! Before the day is over I’m going to give you a name!” I’m taken aback by her enthusiasm but can’t help but smile at her infectious energy.

“I guess until then just call me Newbie…” The three of us smile…Is this a sense of comradery? Delilah looks at me and asks, “So you getting ready for a mission?” I immediately snap back to the fact of why I was here, “Oh shit…yeah I need to pick out a weapon for the mission.” Gutsco looks at me, “Which mission have you been assigned bro?” I look at him, “The one called ‘A Tangled Web They Weave’.” The two of them smile and respond in unison, “Us too!” I can’t help but smile, “Really? That’s awesome!”

I felt relieved having made some friends almost immediately and even knowing that I was going to battle with them felt reassuring too. I looked at Delilah’s Crossbow and start wondering what weapon will ultimately suit me but first I should also take into account I’m a little low on Gil, “Hmm…” Gutsco comes up to me, “Havin’ trouble pickin’ out a weapon?” I look at him and quickly study him. Gutsco had an air of experience about him he was definitely a seasoned fighter despite his plump appearance. The easier mission was composed of four specific individuals in mind usually. Two New recruits to break them in and get an idea what roles they could fulfil for future missions and it was obvious Delilah and I happen to be those new recruits, an intermediate level Hunter or Glaive to handle most of the hard work, and a Captain to lead the charge. Gutsco looked at me with a confident smile and said, “You may be suffering from Amnesia but your heart and soul still remember what felt natural to you. Tell me what weapon has a hold on you in particular?”

“A hold on me?” Despite his laidback attitude there was a profound wisdom hidden behind his words. I looked at the armory one more time. One weapon to define me and has its hold over me? The daggers I used against those goblins felt nostalgic but only because it was the standard issue weapon for most Glaives…What weapon resonated with me on a more intimate level? As I stared at the various weapons my eyes caught the twinkle of a Katana blade. I hesitated to take my eyes off of it. There was some invisible force pulling me towards it and as I grabbed the handle of the blade and took a stance with it. I couldn’t help but feel this was an extension of me.

Gutsco and Delilah both look at me as I stare entranced by the beauty of this blade. I immediately smile and say, “Thanks Gutsco. I think I found my weapon.” Gutsco gives a cocky smirk and smacks my back hard, “Glad to hear it! Now let’s get ready for our mission.” I pay the clerk practically all the Gil I had for my blade before heading off with my Comrades to the cable cars. I look at him and Delilah and with a smile say, “I’m really glad I could make some friends right away…” Gutsco smiles, “Hey man. Better get used to bein’ with Gutsco The Maverick sooner or later cause it’s be one hell of a ride.” Delilah smiles, “I may not be much of a fighter but I’ll do what I can to help out.” The first of many missions with these two…I wonder what the world has in store for us?

To Be Continued

Hope you're enjoying the story so far folks. More to come in the long run. The next chapter will definitely be the mission itself and it'll be accompanied by PICTURES to give more life to the story. Enjoy!