Part 3 Endgame Boss Conversations: Daein Army 2

With Daein pushed with their back, they have a lot to share with their opponents. Well, at least to say.

Today's Conversations:

• Micaiah
• Sothe
• Pelleas
• Tauroneo
• Nailah
• Rafiel
• Kurthnaga
  
• Jill
• Zihark
  
• Meg
  

Micaiah:

What’s that? Who’s talking?

Ike:

Micaiah: I can hear it… It’s very close…
Ike: Hey, what’s wrong with you? You don’t look well…
Micaiah: …What? Oh, um… I’m fine.
Ike: Are you? How much good can you do your men if you can hardly see straight? Pull your troops back, Micaiah.
Micaiah: …There’s no need. I will stay here with everyone else and fight to the end!
Ike: You’re very brave, Micaiah, but sometimes bravery isn’t enough to win the battle.

Ike is talking almost entirely about not fighting while distracted. Seems a bit late, though- Micaiah's not even paying attention to that!

Reyson:

Reyson: The Maiden of Dawn… Lady Micaiah. I would speak with you. You are not an evil person. I already know that.
Micaiah: …
Reyson: That is why I am puzzled. Why do you continue to fight? Would you have your country destroyed like this?
Micaiah: …
Reyson: Please, say something. You have the power to end all of this violence. Say the word, I beg you!
Micaiah: Please go. The people of the Serenes are not safe from the chaos set loose upon us. This place isn’t safe for you. Take Rafiel with you and leave the battlefield as soon as you can.
Reyson: That’s all you have to say? Your men die all around you, while you stand here giving me orders? So be it.

...I think Micaiah is well and truly divorced from this battle and focusing entirely on external circumstances right now. The herons truly are in the most danger when Chaos is in abundance.

Jill:

Jill: Lady Micaiah! Why do you insist on continuing this fight?!
Micaiah: Jill…
Jill: Even now, Daein blood spills on the battlefield. You must stop this! There must be another way!
Micaiah: I can’t, and there isn’t. We have to keep fighting. Until the last of us falls, we have no choice.
Jill: Please! Listen to what I’m–
Micaiah: Apostle’s dracoknight. Leave here immediately. I warn you only once. Next time, I will attack!
Jill: Lady Micaiah! Please, I beg of you! Lady Micaiah!

...Jill asking questions brings her against the people she trusts... again.

Zihark:

Zihark: Micaiah! Pull back your troops! We don’t want to fight you. There’s got to be a way to stop all this!
Micaiah: I can’t, and there isn’t. We have to keep fighting. Until the last of us falls, we have no choice.
Zihark: What’s happened to you all?! Why get yourselves into such a hopeless war? Why did you do those horrible things in the valley? I know all of this must have a reason! Please tell me… Tell me how my country lost its soul.
Micaiah: I’ve nothing to say to you.
Zihark: I see. No words to waste on a deserter like me, is that it? I’m sorry I wasted your time.
Micaiah: Zihark–
Zihark: No, please… Just know that I could never draw steel against you. Good-bye, Micaiah.
Micaiah: I… I’m so sorry, Zihark. I can’t get you involved in this, too.

Zihark's writing here is definitely feeling like a 3-7 recruit. If it wasn't for the truth coming out in the end, I think Zihark would've written off the whole country by this point.

Defeat:

Micaiah: Ungh…
Sothe: Micaiah! Micaiah, are you all right?!
Micaiah: So… Sothe…
Sothe: Can you hear me? Then let’s pull back! You’re in no condition to fight!
Micaiah: …

Sothe:

I’m sorry, but I can’t stop now. Winning is the only way we’ll survive this.
I know we’re not enemies, but I must fight. I will not explain it further.

Ike:

Ike: Good-bye, Sothe.
Sothe: Commander.

A pair of ellipses in JP. I think both versions communicate the same emotions.

Jill:

Jill: Sothe, I–
Sothe: Let’s cut the small talk, Jill. We both fight for the side we believe in. There’s no point in talking things over. Let’s finish this.
Jill: You’re right… Let’s just get past this.

Zihark:

Sothe: I’ll forget about our time together during the Mad King’s War and the Daein Emancipation. You should do the same. We should fight without reservation and without sentiment.
Zihark: I agree, Sothe. I do hope you survive, for Micaiah’s sake. But you’ll have to defeat me first.

Sothe's out of words for his defectors. He knows exactly what their deal is. The time's come to move on and get this over with.

Ilyana:

Ilyana: Hello, Sothe. Shall we get started?
Sothe: Uh, I thought you’d hesitate to fight me. I’m… a little surprised.
Ilyana: You’ve made your choice, Sothe, and I’ve made mine. It’s really that simple, isn’t it? Anyway, I’m starving. If I don’t eat something soon, I think I’ll pass out…
Sothe: Well, we can’t have that. Ready when you are, Ilyana.

He's a little more surprised with Ilyana, though. Honestly, Ilyana isn't a character who has a lot of conviction tying her to one side, so I can see where the surprise comes in. Ilyana just wants to get home for dinner, though.

Astrid:

Astrid: Oh… It’s you, Sothe. I’d sincerely hoped we wouldn’t meet like this.
Sothe: Me too, Astrid.
Astrid: I knew you were with the Daein army, but I hoped that, if I didn’t see you, I could pretend it wasn’t true. Now, however, I’m glad I saw you. How you have grown. You look like a true soldier now.
Sothe: …I’m not the only one who’s grown. You look every bit the true knight now, Astrid.
Astrid: You really think so? Thank you, Sothe. That means a lot to me.
Sothe: I know the answer, but I still have to ask. Will you pull back? We don’t really have to do this, do we?
Astrid: I was about to ask you the same thing. I don’t want to fight you, Sothe. Please fall back.
Sothe: …I thought as much. Let’s get started. I’m sorry, Astrid.
Astrid: I am sorry as well, Sothe.

Astrid and Sothe had a Support. I like how the game actually connects the Support partners between Daein and the Apostle's Army, even if that's not a ton in the end. Since this is also a boss conversation, Astrid gets to be PoR Astrid again. On the other hand, RD Astrid has already finished talking, so we don't have to pretend PoR Astrid goes away, I guess.

They just keep coming at us… We have to pull back. We’ll regroup and strike them again later.

Pelleas:

If you thought to end this battle quickly by fighting me, you have made a grave mistake.

Ike:

Ike: You’re King Pelleas? The son of Mad King Ashnard? I expected you to be… bigger.
Pelleas: You are the hero of Crimea, General Ike. You killed my father…
Ike: It was nothing personal. Your father had to be put down. Wait, are you shaking?
Pelleas: I’ve never killed anyone before… I’ve never even stood on a battlefield before today.
Ike: Then why did you come here? Do you want to die?
Pelleas: I do, but it won’t change anything… I promised Micaiah that I wouldn’t run from my destiny. General Ike, you may be able to take me down easily, but I will not run!
Ike: Just what Daein needs… another mad king. Let’s see if you’re as tough as your father.

From the outside looking in, with none of the context of what's going on in Daein, Pelleas just kinda throwing disparate parts of his character journey at Ike really does look like madness.

Soren:

Soren: The new king of Daein, Pelleas. How convenient. I can end this farce right now. Surrender or die.
Pelleas: Who are you? That mark on your forehead… Is it a mark of Spirit Protection?
Soren: No. It’s something rather different.
Pelleas: But that shape… It looks so much like mine!
Soren: Is that so? You might still more powerful than you let on. Still, I doubt this changes anything. Prepare yourself, Pelleas.
Pelleas: But wait! There’s so much I want to ask you!

The context is missing somewhat from the INT version of the line, but when Soren comments on Pelleas's power, he is doing so in the context of "this man is a Spirit Charmer, he has the power of the Spirits on his side, despite his inexperience."

Jill:

(Talk):
Jill: King Pelleas! Please wait. I must talk to you.
Pelleas: Jill. I’m afraid I have nothing to say to you. You abandoned your own country.
Jill: No, I… Yes, I suppose that’s true. I just couldn’t understand why we would bow to the empire, after fighting so hard to free ourselves from their grasp! Why are you fighting an army that isn’t even an enemy of Daein?
Pelleas: You don’t need to understand.
Jill: King Pelleas…
Pelleas: Jill, you do what you think is best for you. Go your own way. But don’t return to Daein. Ever.
Jill: But I can’t do that! In the end, I am a native of Daein. This is where the body of my father lies. This is my home. My only home…
Pelleas: …I’m sorry, Jill. But there’s no need for you to fall prey to the curse as well.

(Battle):
Pelleas: Jill, you told me once that you wished for me to become a good king for our people. I tried so hard… But I couldn’t fulfil your wish. I’m so sorry.
Jill: It’s all right, Your Majesty. I’d wrongly assumed that you had turned into a tyrant. Please forgive my desertion.

Jill doesn't attack Pelleas, although he will. These two conversations seem to go in different directions, though. Pelleas is of the mind that as long as Jill runs away and never returns, she will be free from the blood pact's curse at least. Small comfort for her, though.

Zihark:

(Talk):
Zihark: King Pelleas. Would you please listen to what I have to say?
Pelleas: Zihark. What is there to talk about? You’ve deserted your country and your people.
Zihark: I just don’t understand. I thought I knew you. You are a good, kind man. Why do you continue to fight for those bloodsucking senators?
Pelleas: I don’t want to talk about it.
Zihark: Your Majesty…
Pelleas: It doesn’t concern you anymore. You’ve abandoned Daein– and us. If you want to stop us, use your sword– not words.
Zihark: My sword and my allegiance do lie elsewhere now, it’s true. But I am not without honor. I will not draw my sword against the man I call my king, no matter what.
Pelleas: …I’m sorry, Zihark. At least you’ll be spared from the curse of the pact.

(Battle):
Pelleas: Zihark… I only ever wanted to help our people. I’m sorry it came to this.
Zihark: So am I, Your Majesty. I don’t understand any of this, but I do know that it has to stop.

Zihark, too, won't attack Pelleas. Although he seems to have overestimated Pelleas's ability to use his kindness.

Ilyana:

Pelleas: Ilyana… I’m sorry. If I were a better king, this wouldn’t have happened. I’m sorry…
Ilyana: Your Majesty, I don’t know what’s happened. All I know is that my friends are hurting each other. If that means I have to stop you to save them, then I’m going to try. I’m sorry…

They actually do a surprisingly good job with Ilyana in this round of conversations. For a character who's otherwise a joke, I'm impressed.

To die in this lonely place… It’s my fate… But… For Micaiah… I must… I…must live…

Tauroneo:

I am Tauroneo, a general of Daein!
Ah, so we meet again. I won’t have mercy on you!

Ike:

Tauroneo: General Ike, of the apostle’s army! I challenge you to a duel!
Ike: …All right.
Tauroneo: I see so much of him in you… your stance, your spirit, the expression on your face… You remind me so much of Gawain. Let’s see if your swordsmanship matches your father’s!
Ike: Test me. You knew my father well. Tell me how I measure up.

Ike has to use his ability to fight against one later Rider of Daein. It's good to know if he's getting closer to the Moment of Fate.

Ilyana:

Ilyana: …Sigh.
Tauroneo: Taking a break on the battlefield? Things don’t seem to rattle you, Ilyana.
Ilyana: I’m not taking a break. I’m just sad I have to fight against you, General. Well, that, and I’m really, really hungry right now…
Tauroneo: I should’ve known. Let’s get this over with so you can get back and have something to eat.
Ilyana: …General Tauroneo, I hope we can meet again under different circumstances.
Tauroneo: I hope so as well, Ilyana. We’ll have to see what happens.

At least her hunger is a good excuse to get out of unpleasant conversations.

Jill:

(Talk):
Jill: General Tauroneo!
Tauroneo: Jill… I will tell you one thing. I do not blame you for leaving Daein. You must live by your own beliefs. That is what your father would have wanted.
Jill: But–
Tauroneo: I must live by my principles as well. You cannot convince me to betray my king and countrymen. I have done so once in the past, but that was long ago. Now, I intend to fight for my country to the end.
Jill: I understand… General.

(Battle):
Tauroneo: Jill…
Jill: General Tauroneo…
Tauroneo: How tragic that we meet again as enemies. It was hard enough for me the first time.
Jill: I’m sorry… I–
Tauroneo: Raise your head. Stand tall.
Jill: …
Tauroneo: If you haven’t done anything to disgrace your family’s name, do not cast your eyes away from anyone.
Jill: I have not disgraced anything. I joined this army so I could avoid that.
Tauroneo: I know Jill. I’m envious of you. But this is the only way it can end.

They did a good job with Jill going through the defection from Daein a second time, but this time there were people she thought she could count on ready to slam the door behind her.

Zihark:

(Talk):
Zihark: General Tauroneo! Finally, I found you! Please, tell me what happened to Daein! Why are you fighting?
Tauroneo: There is nothing to say. We have parted ways. That is all.
Zihark: What are you trying to hide?! Daein has now committed atrocities on par with those committed by Ashnard! I want to know why you’d continue to fight a war like this!
Tauroneo: And I say that there is no need for you to know. Mercenary Zihark, return to your allies in the apostle’s army.
Zihark: I will find out what’s going on here! If my country can’t save itself, then I’LL save it! But I’ll never raise my sword against you. Good-bye for now, General. I hope our next meeting goes better.

(Battle):
Tauroneo: What a strange twist of fate that we would end up facing off against one another.
Zihark: Agreed. It seems that fate is cruel in lots of ways lately.
Tauroneo: Daein owes you, Zihark. Your efforts liberated our country. For that, you will always have our thanks. However, Daein cannot retreat from this war. We may face old friends as our enemies, but we cannot stop.
Zihark: …
Tauroneo: I will not apologize for this war, and I cannot explain it to you. You should do what you must. We are two soldiers now, facing off against each other on the battlefield.
Zihark: …Very well. I hope we’ll get to talk more about this later, General.

Zihark is more focused on the "what" and the "how", but it's a little difficult to get this conversation off the ground when your opponent is stonewalling you.

Rolf:

Tauroneo: Rolf? Is that you? How you’ve grown. Kids always grow up so fast.
Rolf: General Tauroneo… You’re still fighting in the Daein army? Let’s not do this. No matter how strong you are, Daein can’t win this war, and I don’t wanna hurt you.
Tauroneo: You’re right, Rolf. Daein can’t win. In most ways, we’ve already lost everything. But I must fight on. Rolf, you stand on the battlefield as a man now. I won’t hold back. You shouldn’t either. Show me what you’ve learned in the last three years.
Rolf: OK, General, if you really wanna. But, just to tell you… Uncle Shinon’s been teaching me, so this might sting…

Rolf could shoot through the chinks in Tauroneo's armour, but he's not particularly good at the mental chinks. I think Tauroneo thinks both a lot and not enough about "in most ways, we've already lost everything."

Calill:

Tauroneo: Is that you, Calill? You look well! I heard you married Largo and opened a pub. How is Largo these days?
Calill: That fool went and lost his arm in an accident. No more fighting for him, that’s for sure.
Tauroneo: Oh! Well, uh, I’m sorry to hear that.
Calill: Oh, but he’s doing fine otherwise. A tough one, that man. Our business is doing great, and he’s married to the best woman in the world! That’s worth an arm or two, I’d say.
Tauroneo: Indeed. I’m glad you two are happy.
Calill: How about you, General? I told Largo that I’d visit you in Daein and see how you were doing.
Tauroneo: Me? I just… I only wish to meet a glorious end on the battlefield, fit for a general of Daein.
Calill: Mmm-hmm. Men are so full of it. I mean, honestly, are you even listening to how stupid that sounds?
Tauroneo: Wh-what do you mean–
Calill: What I mean is that you’re stupid. You have people who care for you on both sides of this suicidal battle. And here you are, in the thick of things, looking to throw your life away! You selfish fool! Looks like I’ll have to do this myself. I’m taking you back with me, General. The hard way.
Tauroneo: You have an interesting way of making your point.

Calill is subbing in for Largo as a Tauroneo PoR Support rep, and she has no patience for chauvinism. If the 3DS era of Fire Emblem has taught me anything, it's that chauvinism is highly flammable...

As I expected. They’re too strong… We’ll need more drastic methods… And this injury is too deep… I have to retreat.

Nailah:

Being outnumbered isn’t such a bad thing. At the very least, I’ll get a good workout.
The laguz of the west. I’ve been itching to test your mettle.

Ike:

Ike: Hold on a second! When did you decide to side with them?
Nailah: I spoke to Micaiah. She made me see her side of the conflict. Besides, she needed the extra help.
Ike: She must be an amazing talker. What did she say?
Nailah: I could tell you, but you wouldn’t really understand. The situation is quite complicated. But Daein has no way out. One side or the other will be sacrificed.
Ike: Queen Nailah…
Nailah: Don’t worry your pretty head about it, beorc hero. You and I are warriors– you of the sword and I of the fang. We understand what to do now.
Ike: Are you… enjoying yourself?
Nailah: If we can’t avoid fighting, we might as well enjoy it, agreed? Besides, I’ve been curious about your swordsmanship. You seem strong, for a beorc. Show me what you can do.
Ike: How could I say no to that? Ready when you are, Your Majesty.

...How little faith does Nailah have in Ike's intelligence that she assumes he wouldn't understand the Blood Pact?

...And honestly, why do I kind of agree with her?

Ranulf:

Nailah: Hm. I’d always assumed that you cats were weak, but I was wrong. I’ve been watching you fight this battle. You’re really very good.
Ranulf: Queen Nailah, while I’m honored to receive praise from you, I’d really rather not fight you. I think I’d much rather run away with my tail tucked firmly between my legs, to be honest.
Nailah: Don’t be so modest, Ranulf. You’ll be a good challenge, I’m sure, and those are rare for me. Ready?
Ranulf: Thrown around by Skrimir, cornered by General Zelgius, and now this. Can someone tell me why I always seem to pull the short straw?

Ranulf keeps getting to be in these battles, and while it is kinda cool, the poor guy would honestly rather not have any part of these shenanigans. Especially since this tends to end up with him beaten so hard he can't move anymore. At least he got out of Port Toha in full control of his limbs.

Ilyana:

Ilyana: Wolf Queen…
Nailah: Ilyana. I am not familiar with beorc magic. You might actually stand a chance, if you strike quickly.
Ilyana: Um, OK… But… Queen Nailah? Would you promise me something? If we both live through this, will you take me for some good Hatari cooking?

I think, in JP, the idea is that Ilyana wants Nailah to give her some exotic food if she wins. Either way, sounds like a good way to bond after an experience like this one.

Jill:

Jill: Queen Nailah! You’re fighting for Daein now?
Nailah: To tell you the truth, I’m interested in fighting you, Jill. An armed beorc trained to fight from the back of a wyvern… Now, that’s what I call a challenge!
Jill: Very well, Queen Nailah. I don’t know why you’ve switched sides, but if it’s a fight you want, you’ve found one!

I'd say I'm not sure what's so special about Jill, but really, she's an awesome unit at all phases of the game and a candidate for an amazing powerhouse to feature in the post-game legends.

Zihark:

Nailah: Zihark… You used to fight for Micaiah.
Zihark: Queen Nailah. Do you fight for Daein now?
Nailah: Well, let’s say I’ve replaced some of the deserters.
Zihark: That’s right, I’m a deserter. I don’t have to defend my decision. I made the right choice.
Nailah: Zihark, I don’t care. These are beorc problems. What I’m interested in is you and your blade. Shall we get started? I remember you as a skilled swordsman. I’m excited to see your work up close.
Zihark: I don’t know if my blade can match your jaws, Queen Nailah, but I’m honored to face you. At your ready.

Nailah certainly has an interesting perspective on how much she ought to care about the continent she's inhabiting. Zihark, though, as cool and mysterious as he is, isn't a particuarly interesting fighter mechanically. Although swordmasters do have the tendency to burst out into uncontrollable damage against the right foe.

Skrimir:

Nailah: Ah, the lion prince! You’ll give me the challenge I’m craving, won’t you? I’m having trouble finding decent enemies.
Skrimir: Gladly, Queen Nailah. I’ve wanted to fight a wolf ever since I heard the legends of your people as a cub. Let me show you why I am the heir to the lion king. You’d better hope you eastern laguz heal as well as we do.

...The laguz teach legends about the wolf tribe laguz? Just what legends are there lying around about this lot? Also, I wish that healing factor was reflected in the mechanics.

Tibarn:

Nailah: …I must confess, I’ve wanted this since I first laid eyes on you. I can hardly hold myself back right now.
Tibarn: Lady, the feeling is mutual. Why do you think I winged my way over here? It looks to me like we can have a nice, private time right here. No interruptions. Just you and me.
Nailah: Hawk King Tibarn. I think that a few more scars on your face will complete that rugged look you’re going for.
Tibarn: For a beautiful woman like you, I’ll gladly offer my head. Of course you’ll have to bring me down to the ground first.
Nailah: Challenge accepted. I think you’ll regret it once I add your feathers to my necklace, though. Oh, and let’s not tell Rafiel about this, agreed? He wouldn’t understand these urges of ours.

...I don't think any of us do either. This is certainly a choice in foreplay. Although now I'm wondering whether Rafiel's open to an open marriage.

Defeat:

Nailah: … Maybe… I should not have been so cocky…
Rafiel: Queen?!
Nailah: Stop squawking, Rafiel, I’ll be all right. … It makes me happy that you worry for me as you do. But I’ll have to retreat for now.

Rafiel:

Ike:

Ike: Rafiel! What are you doing? Why are you fighting for Daein?!
Rafiel: Please forgive me, Ike. I only wish to help Micaiah.
Ike: Then join back with Tibarn! If you stay here with Daein, you’re our enemy! And if you’re my enemy, then I’ll have no choice but to take you down.
Rafiel: But I just want to help Micaiah! I’m not against you! Please, put the sword down!
Ike: I don’t know how to deal with this. Rafiel, you leave me no choice. I’ll have to knock you out and drag you over to Tibarn. Maybe he’ll know how to deal with you.

I think him wanting to help Micaiah is pretty clear. Not sure what else he can do to explain that one. No wonder Nailah doesn't think she can explain herself to Ike.

Tibarn:

Tibarn: Rafiel… Exactly what in the goddess’s name are you doing? You herons are making me tear my feathers out! Do you WANT to die? After all this time apart from your family, you want to die? Did that crazy wolf hit you on the head!
Rafiel: Tibarn, no, it’s not like that. I just want–
Tibarn: Hey, I know you’re worried about this Maiden of Daein. But that’s no reason to join up with the bad guys.
Rafiel: Bad guys? Tibarn, it’s not like that! They are not evil, and I’m not against you, or anyone for that matter!
Tibarn: Then explain to me what’s going on. Go ahead. I’m listening.
Rafiel: I… I want to help Micaiah. That’s all, really! That’s why I thought I should be by her side for this battle…
Tibarn: Right, then that means you’re an enemy now. Are you ready, Rafiel? You’d better hope that queen of yours taught you some fancy moves if you’re planning on surviving me.
Rafiel: Tibarn, I… Sniff…
Tibarn: H-hey, Rafiel, c’mon now. You know I wouldn’t hurt you! Sorry I scared you, all right?
Rafiel: Sniff… sniff…
Tibarn: Rafiel, stop! There’s no crying in battle! Get up, NOW! Please?

Tibarn somehow figured it out, after a long conversation. Apparently, put an enemy in front of Tibarn and he really does lose all sight of reason. "Good guys versus bad guys" isn't helping right now.

Defeat:

Rafiel: …Uhh!
Nailah: Rafiel! You can’t push yourself any further. Get away from here, now! I forbid you to die before I do!
Rafiel: … As you wish, Nailah. Everyone… Please, forgive me.

Kurthnaga:

Don’t come near me! I can barely… I don’t want to do this! Get away!

Ike:

Ike: Prince Kurthnaga!
Kurthnaga: It’s so hot… I’m burning up! My body, it’s on fire!
Ike: Can you hear me? I guess not. Kurth, what’s happening to you?
Kurthnaga: I don’t want to fight… I… I don’t want to take any more lives…

The dragon tribe have the strongest reaction to Chaos. Kurth's first time happened to be the strongest dose he could ever receive. I don't think one has to be much of a pacifist to react this badly.

Ugh… Gh… Im-impossible! I wasn’t… This can’t… Guh…

Jill:

I am Daein’s dracoknight, Jill! I shall defeat you for the future of Daein!
I don’t care who I have to fight! I’ll fight until the end for the glory of Daein!

Mist:

(Talk):
Mist: Jill! I can’t believe it! It is you!
Jill: Oh, Mist…
Mist: I’m so glad to see you!
Jill: Wh-what?
Mist: Well, I was wondering about what to do if I saw you here with the Daein army. I had it all worked out, you see? And, well, here you are! It’s great!
Jill: Mist. We’re enemies now.
Mist: No, you have to listen, Jill. Let’s not fight. There’s a really easy solution to this whole mess!
Jill: But…what?
Mist: Just listen! It’s so simple! Since Daein shouldn’t be in this war, they shouldn’t be here right now, right? And you and I are friends, right? So, we can each pretend that the other one of us isn’t here! Isn’t that great?
Jill: Mist, that makes absolutely no sense. Besides, that’s not the issue here! You’re a mercenary. You know how th–
Mist: We’re not fighting. That’s final.
Jill: Mist?!
Mist: Jill, you’d never turn your weapon against me. I just know it. I trust you, because you’re my friend.
Jill: Oh, Mist… All right, that’s it. I’ve had enough of this.
Mist: Jill?
Jill: You made my last doubts fade away. I’ve made my decision. I’m not fighting in the Daein army anymore. I’m joining back up with you.
Mist: Jill! I knew you’d come around!
Jill: I feel bad for my comrades in Daein, but I’m going to stand by what I believe. I will not be ashamed anymore.
Mist: That’s the Jill I know and love!
Jill: Thank you, Mist!

(Battle):
Mist: Jill! Wait! Listen to what I have to say!
Jill: Mist. I don’t think there’s anything for us to talk about. We’re soldiers. Let’s leave it at that.
Mist: But, Jill…
Jill: Come on, Mist. I’m going to fight, so you’ll want to defend yourself.

I'm still not sure where Serenes is getting its information that Mist/Jill have battle convos. Maybe if the red unit can initiate on you?

Haar:

Jill: Sir Haar! Why are you fighting in the apostle’s army?!
Haar: Hey, you stole my question! Why are you fighting in the Daein army?
Jill: There was a war to liberate Daein while you were gone. So I joined the army again.
Haar: Well, it looks like you did a good job. Daein has been liberated. What are you doing still in the army?
Jill: I can’t just leave! These people are my friends!
Haar: Oh, stop with the sentimental nonsense, Jill. In case you haven’t noticed, you’re fighting your friends, too.
Jill: What about you, then? How did you end up in this fight?
Haar: Well… Somehow, I got mixed up in quelling the uprisings in Crimea. And then I ended up with the Laguz Alliance because…you know, being old friends with Ike and all that.
Jill: What?! Old friends? That’s your reason? You’re unbelievable!
Haar: All right, enough with the talking. What do you want to do now? Do you want to fight me?
Jill: Of course not! I could never…
Haar: Then join me.
Jill: Easy for you to say!
Haar: You’re full of doubt. How do you live like that all the time? Is that how your father wanted you to live? Afraid to trust your own instincts?
Jill: But…
Haar: Daein has no business in this war. You know that, right?
Jill: But…what about my comrades? What about my friends?
Haar: Is dying how you show loyalty? If you’re their true friend, then why not show them the error of their ways by fighting alongside me?
Jill: Oh, Captain…
Haar: Come with me, Jill. We both know that we should follow our hearts, even if it makes us traitors. We know that better than anyone. For the sake of your father, live your life without shame.
Jill: Yes, sir, Captain Haar! And…thank you, sir.

There's actually some slight edits here. Not that much, but it's enough nonetheless. I don't think Zihark's set gets anything substantial, but if Pegasusknight.com's script is anything to go on, Lethe and Ilyana are the people to check.

Ike:

Ike: Jill…
Jill: General Ike!
Ike: I need to speak with you. Lower your axe, just for a moment.
Jill: No, I can’t. Don’t ask me about what’s happening in Daein. We are your enemies. Please treat us as such. This battle must happen.
Ike: …All right, have it your way.

The guilt for poor Jill. If she's asked, she's going to have to think too hard and undo all the loyalty she's mustered up. Any wonder she can defect?

Zihark:

Zihark: Jill! Wait! Just put the axe down and tell me what’s going on!
Jill: Zihark… I’ve nothing to say to my enemy. I am a knight of Daein! It is my duty to kill Daein’s enemies!
Zihark: Whoa, hey now! Can we just drop the crazy act for a minute?! Why are you doing this? What’s happened to Daein? All right, I see you won’t be calming down anytime soon. I’ll leave, then. Take care of yourself, Jill.
Jill: Zihark… You are a good man. It’s better you don’t know. There’s no need for you to suffer.

...So does Jill know about the curse or not? I feel like there's a bit of conflicting information on this.

Sigrun:

Jill: I apologize for targeting the apostle during the battle in the valley. We violated the code of chivalry. There is no excuse for our actions.
Sigrun: The apostle has already forgiven you, and I have nothing to add. However, I do regret having to lose so many lives in this useless battle.

What code of chivalry is blocking attacking a target of priority? The "killing literally everyone there" thing, though, that's horrifying.

Tanith:

Tanith: Jill Fizzart! You shall pay for your treachery! May the goddess have mercy on you, where I cannot. Prepare to die.
Jill: I understand. It doesn’t matter what I’ve done. It was all to protect my country and my people!

Jill, you're starting to go a little Camus there.

Ilyana:

Ilyana: War is always sad. It never changes. It is always cruel. Can’t we just pretend that it’s all over?
Jill: I know. No matter how many times you experience it, you can never get used to it. But no, Ilyana, we can’t. I’m sorry.

Jill won't attack Ilyana, incidentally. A nice excuse to throw down some thunder magic if necessary.

Lethe:

Lethe: I’ve nothing to say to you. Let’s fight, Jill.
Jill: I’m proud to have had a friend like you. Thank you for everything, Lethe. Hold nothing back!

Lethe understands Jill's plan for dealing with Daein, and lets her get on with it.

The enemy is moving fast… We can’t keep up with them. Lady Micaiah, I’m afraid I must pull back temporarily.

Zihark:

I must not think… The enemy in front of me is the only thing I will focus on.
There’s no time to dwell on our sorrow.

Laguz:

This is for Daein… This is for our survival!

With this stroke, the last of my ideals is cut down…

Ike:

Zihark: Ike, I’m sorry, I… I must raise my sword against you.
Ike: Zihark, what’s going on here? Why do you sound so desperate? This isn’t like you at all!
Zihark: I’ll take my secret to the grave. Besides, you know I don’t like to complain. At your ready, Commander.

"My secret"? I'm not sure I know what you're hinting at, Zihark.

Ilyana:

Zihark: Ilyana, we’ve no time for doubts now. This mess has to finish its course. Let’s get this over with.
Ilyana: Sir Zihark… I wish it didn’t have to be this way…

Zihark's so helpful for Ilyana. He's just that kind of fellow.

They’re strong. We can’t even slow them down. Sorry, I’m turning back.

Meg:

Brom:

Meg: Daddy!
Brom: Meg! I’m glad you’re safe and sound. How’s my baby girl?
Meg: I’m doin’ swell. It’s good to see you, too, Daddy.
Brom: Meg, can you do Daddy a favor? I don’t know what in blazes is going on, but family has gotta stick together! Why don’t you be a good little girl and mosey on over to your daddy’s side.
Meg: No… I can’t. I’m sorry, Daddy. Micaiah is a good person. I believe in her. I want to fight for her.
Brom: Well, shucks, this ain’t no good at all! I hope those higher-ups get their act together soon. But one thing’s for sure. You’re my girl. No way are we gonna fight. Not for anybody or anything!

Meg and Brom won't attack each other. Good to see family triumphing over adversity. I wonder how the conversation between Brom and Micaiah is going to go after this, though.

Zihark:

Zihark: Meg, why are you still with the Daein army? They’re in the wrong, and you know it. I know it’s selfish of me to ask, but I’m pleading with you. Come with me.
Meg: I can’t… I’m sorry. I hope that this doesn’t get in the way of our wedding, but I can’t do that.
Zihark: Is it because of Micaiah?
Meg: Yes. Everybody knows that this whole war is a mess and that none of us should be fighting right now. But Lady Micaiah is fighting for her people, and I’m gonna stick with her until the very end.
Zihark: Meg, I understand how you feel.
Meg: But I don’t consider you my enemy! Not at all. Not ever! Please, try to understand.
Zihark: I’m so sorry, Meg. I should be standing alongside you, but my country has lost its mind. I didn’t want to hurt you, too.
Meg: Let’s hope for the fight to end soon… Then, we can be together again and get back to making wedding plans!
Zihark: Right…

Even if Zihark is just completely befuddled by Meg, he still offers the same kindness he shows Ilyana. Although he probably does appreciate the chance to have some space between 3-7 and now.

Jill:

Jill: Meg! I’m glad I found you! Lower your sword and listen to me!
Meg: No, I can’t! I’m not supposed to talk to my enemies.
Jill: Enemies? Am I an enemy to you, Meg?
Meg: Um… Not really. But this being a battlefield and all, I just thought it’d be easier for both of us if–
Jill: Meg, I could never attack you, no matter the circumstance.
Meg: I couldn’t hurt you either, Jill. It’s probably a bad thing for a soldier, but I don’t care. You’re my friend.
Jill: I don’t understand what’s going on… This war is so meaningless. Can’t you tell me why Daein is still fighting?
Meg: I’m sorry, Jill. I can’t. It’s not that I don’t want to. It’s because I want to protect you. All I can say is that I feel as helpless as a plow without an ox. I wish we could all be together like a family again.
Jill: Meg…

...So Jill and Meg have a friendship? Maybe Jill was looking for farming tips. This is an interesting pairing.

Oww! Hey, that smarts! Sorry, Micaiah, I’m going back for now.

Dawn Brigade:

Edward: I want to keep fighting, but my body is telling me otherwise! Sorry, Micaiah! I’m pulling back for now.

Leonardo: We can’t hold them off… Sorry, Micaiah. I’m falling back for now.

Nolan: They’ve got superior numbers on their side. Sorry, Micaiah… I’m retreating for now.

Laura: Oh no… The enemies have come this far already? Sorry, Micaiah. I’ll have to turn back for now.

Aran: I’m wounded. I must retreat for now. Tell the general… our front line of defense is collapsing.

Fiona: What power! It’s as if they have the might of the dark god on their side. I cannot continue this fight!

Volug: [I have nothing left… I must pass…]