Game:

Final Fantasy IX (2000)

Duration: 27:51

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We are back with Steiner and Dagger. After a short scene, you will have control of Dagger. If you like, you can talk to the Cable Car Enthusiast for more information about the cars. On the left, you can look at a map of the area, which has Lindblum misspelled. Speak to everyone in the area, leaving the attendant for last. The fellow at the bottom of the screen runs a shop, and you should see what he has for sale. Always buy new weapons and armor when they become available, even if they aren't as good as what you are using. Not only might they teach you new abilities, but they could be used later in synthesis. I always try to buy at least two of everything.

Nazna the Moogle is here, so deliver the letter you're carrying, and get another for Mochos. Get the Phoenix Down in the lower left corner of the room, and then speak to the attendant. You will hear familiar voices, so go outside and see some old friends. When you go back inside, speak to them and then to Steiner. Go back out and talk to Cinna, then board the cable car.

Talk to Marcus a couple of times, and then the trip will be interrupted. Black Waltz No. 3 is back, though he doesn't seem to functioning at full capacity. You will have to fight him again, and Marcus will join you. Steal the Lightning Staff, Steepled Hat, and Flame Staff (which is hard to get). Other than what you can steal from him, he isn't that different from the last time you fought him. Just make sure you use Dagger to heal when necessary.

You disembark at South Gate/Alexandria Station. You can see another map here, if you wish. Part-Time Worker Mary has set up Item Shop VEGA here, so stock up if you are low on supplies. Up ahead is a fork in the road. You should look at the sign, and then take the left path, which leads toward Dali. Return to Dali and get the Elixir in the crop field, then go back to the fork and take the right branch this time. You will have to jump across a gap in the bridge. Just after the bridge, take the right path down to a chest containing 1610 gil. Keep going right, and you will pass through a gate which will put you in Bentini Heights. Call a moogle to rest and save the game.

Treno is to the southeast. As you approach, it will get dark. As it always rains in Burmecia, it is always dark in Treno. If you run across the Friendly Ghost on your way to the city, give it an ore when it asks for one. It will mention the Ladybug, and give you a Hi-Potion and 10 AP.

I would suggest taking a side trip before entering Treno. Pass by the town, and head east. Go through the forest, curving up to the right. Be careful with the Mandragoras here, because they are tough to beat. It might be best to escape from those battles for now. Enter a small cave at the back of the area. This is Quan's Cave - the former home of Vivi's "Grandpa." Go to the back of the cavern and climb down the rope. You can touch the steaming pool to restore your HP and MP (making the area outside the cave a nice place to level up). Open the nearby chest for an Ether, and get the Scorpio Stellazzio at the bottom edge of the screen. Climb back up and get the Ether at the far right, then enter the doorway at the back. Climb the ladder to get another Ether, and search the right wall for a note about Vivi. Walk out onto the overhang, and examine the clock and the edge of the platform. That's about all you can do here for now, so it's time to head for Treno. Save before entering the city, as a lot is going to happen here.

Go all the way to the left and get the Mythril Dagger from the chest hidden in the corner. You can try the doors to the right of the chest, but they're locked for the moment. Walk down the stairs Dagger took to pursue the thief and choose the ATE "Confusion."

Go down the ladder across from the pub and get the Yeti Card from the chest. There is a shopkeeper beside the chest. At the bottom of the screen, get 1 Gil from the chest. It may not seem like it's worth it, but remember that every searched icon contributes to your treasure hunter ranking. Look behind the shop for the Taurus Stellazzio. Continue down the main path, and you will be back in the fountain area at the town entrance.

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