Chapter 7a: Not a Word, My Friend Story Walkthrough, Dialogue Choices, and Item Locations

This is a walkthrough and guide for Chapter 7a: Not a Word, My Friend in Triangle Strategy. Read on to learn more about the Chapter's objectives, dialogue choices, item locations, and battle strategies!

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Chapter 7a Objectives

Not a Word, My Friend Objectives

	Not a Word, My Friend Objectives
1	The chapter begins with Gustadolph receiving a letter from Castle Wolffort stating that they refuse to surrender Prince Roland to the Aesfrosti.
2	After Gustadolph asks his men to send a message back to Castle Wolffort, you will be sent to the World Map. Main Story unlocked: Castle Wolffort Side Stories unlocked: Telliore Streets, Whiteholm Castle, Falkes Streets
3	Head to Castle Wolffort and receive the news that General Avlora has got Castle Wolffort surrounded by Aesfrosti soldiers. Main Story unlocked: Wolffort Streets
4	Proceed to Wolffort Streets, watch a cutscene, and prepare for an Exploration Phase. Exploration Phase unlocked: Wolffort Streets
*	Golden Route Ending Requirement If you want to get the Golden Route ending, be sure not to use the Hawk Statuettes in battle. Using it, whether deliberately or on accident, will lock you out of the route.
5	Should you opt to use the Hawk Statuettes, you can talk to Hughette and she will mention that another Hawk Statuette can be set up someone in the town for leverage.
6	Have Serenoa talk to the male Wolffort townsperson at the marketplace, and he will help clear the stalls for the Hawk Statuette.
7	End Exploration Phase, head to the World Map and prepare for battle. Main Story unlocked: Wolffort Streets
8	Before moving on, it is highly recommended to train and buy items first at the Encampment. The succeeding battle may prove to be difficult, and it is better to at least be above the recommended level of 11.
9	Once you have made the necessary preparations for the battle, proceed to Wolffort Streets and face General Avlora. Battle unlocked: General Avlora's Assault Golden Route Ending Tip: It is highly recommended to save before you head to battle in case you activate the Hawk Statuette Traps by accident.
10	After failing to infiltrate Castle Wolffort, General Avlora and her army retreats and the victory goes to House Wolffort. Main Story unlocked: Castle Wolffort Side Stories unlocked: Citadel of the Sands, Falkes Streets, Telliore Streets
11	Once back at the World Map, be sure to visit the Encampment and promote a Recruit unit to Veteran class using the Medal of Bravery spoil from the previous battle. Class Promotion Guide: How to Get Stronger Classes
12	Afterwards, head back to Castle Wolffort and see how Serenoa and the others are doing after a tough battle. End of Chapter 7, Part 2a: Not a Word, My Friend

Chapter 7a Exploration Phase

Key Interactions

Anna Interaction

Where to Find	Talk to Anna
Prompt	Choices and Effects
It will take many years to rebuild the town. Innocent people will suffer.	I will offer them due compensation if we triumph. If we fail, then all was lost from the start. (Increases Utility)
Prince Roland is my friend. I must protect him, come what may. (Increases Liberty)
We must put down any threat to our demesne and our people. (Increases Morality)

Roland Interaction

Where to Find	In front of the gate to Castle Wolffort
Prompt	Choices and Effects
She killed them all, Serenoa! I must avenge them with my own hand!	I understand how you feel, but now is not the time for revenge. (Increases Morality)
Then I'll not stand in your way. Avlora is yours. (Increases Liberty)
Pray calm yourself, Roland. You needn't fight this battle alone - let us aid you. (Increases Utility)

Information Locations

Lord Silvio's Loyalty

Where to Find	Talk to Erador

Glenbrook's Three High Houses

Where to Find	Talk to Roland

Item Locations

All Item Locations
	Large Recovery Pellet By the barrels inside the house in front of Erador
	Red Scarf By the shelves inside the house behind Hughette
	400 Coin Directly ahead of Geela
	1000 Coin By the table with a vase inside the house right of Anna
	Firestone By the pot inside the house behind Roland
	Firestone By the torch left of Roland

Cat Location

Where to Find	In the house with a shield out front.

You will encounter a number of cats scattered across Norzelia throughout your adventure.

These cats can be found during Exploration Phases, and interacting with all of the cats throughout the game will grant you a Secret Note.

It is not required to interact with the cat again if you have approached it from a previous Exploration Phase.

How to Get the Cat Chronicles

Chapter 7a Battle and Strategies

General Avlora's Assault Map and Battle Information

Recommended Level: 11	Enemy Units: 9
Weather:	Clear	Wind:	Breezy
Victory Conditions:	Decimate the enemy forces.
Defeat Conditions:	Lose all allied forces.
Battle Spoils:		・Large HP Recovery Pellet x1 ・Stone x5 ・Timber x1 ・Fiber x1 ・Quality Iron x1 ・Quality Stone x1 ・Silver x1 ・Dewarding Spice x4 ・Medal of Bravery x1

Recommended Deployed Units

Serenoa Required	Frederica Reco.	Anna Reco.	Geela Reco.
Medina Reco.	Jens Reco.

Maximum # of Deployed Units is 10

Battle Strategies

Form Up Adjacent to Avlora

Most of the enemies, along with ther reinforcements will come from the side nearest to Avlora.

The second regiment of reinforcements in particular can be held up beside the totem poles.

When using choke points, the best units to use mages with are of effect spells, archers from above, and Roland's spear which can hit two enemies at the same time.

The map will allow players to deploy units on the lefthand side of the map. However, most of the battles are done elsewhere.

Capture the Rooftops

One the keys to winning this battle is to not let enemies control the rooftops. Avlora has many archer units that when alone can be the start of many follow-up attacks.

It is highly recommended to control the rooftops in order to rain down spells and arrows from a safe distance!

Gang Up on Avlora

Avlora is one of the strongest bosses in the game so far. She can one-shot units given the right opportunity. She also wears the Amulet of Immunity, which protects her from all status ailments.

Limiting the range of Avlora's movements is key in order to win this battle. The goal is to get her to barely do anything so in order to lessen potential casualties.

It is recommended to have heavy-hitters like Serenoa and Roland to whittle down Avlora's health, while having tanks like Erador holding the chokepoint.

Bring Lots of HP Recovery Pellets

Compared to preceeding battles with reinforcements, this is the first time where players are expected to defeat all enemy units.

It is recommended to stock up on HP Recovery Pellets as you can. Avlora by herself will probably make players consume a lot as she is strong.

Use the Hawk Statuettes if Youre Not Going for the Golden Route Ending

For the most part, timing these traps can be quite difficult. Enemies barely walk on its effective range, but can be devastating when used correctly.

For players trying to level up, however, it may not be the best choice as there's little experience to receive.

It is only recommended to use these Hawk Statuette traps if you're not going for the Golden Route Ending.

Chapter 7a General Tips

Golden Route Ending Requirement

In order to get a chance to unlock the Golden Route ending, it is completely required not to use the Hawk Statuettes in battle.

Using it, whether deliberately or on accident, will lock you out of the route.

It is a must to save your game before fighting Avlora and her troops.

How to Get the Golden Route | Endings Guide

Set Up Another Hawk Statuette

During the Exploration Phase, you will notice Hawk Statuettes spread out across the Wolffort Streets.

Using these in battle can deal massive damage. However, its range albeit wide, is fixed, and if no enemy crosses that area, then it is not worth using up a turn to set up.

However, you can set up another statuette conveniently placed at the marketplace by talking to Hughette. She will tell you that there can be another trap set up should the marketplace be cleared.

This can be accomplished by talking to the male Wolffort townsperson at the marketplace. Serenoa will convince him to pack up their stalls to prevent the loss of their business.

Triangle Strategy Related Guides

Previous and Next Chapters

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Chapter 7: A Soul Upon the Scales	Chapter 8a: The Weather Vane

Complete Story Walkthrough

Chapter 1
A Young Hawk Soars
Chapter 2
To Arms, Brave Warriors
Chapter 3 Part 1
Whither the River Flows
Chapter 3 Part 2
A Land of Snow and Ice (Aesfrost Route)						A Land of Sand and Sun (Hyzante Route)
Chapter 4
A New Dawn
Chapter 5
Encroaching Darkness
Chapter 6
Remember Me
Chapter 7 Part 1
A Soul Upon the Scales
Chapter 7 Part 2
Not a Word, My Friend (Protect Roland)						Fate in Flames (Surrender Roland)
Chapter 8 Part 1
The Weather Vane						Weather the Storm
Chapter 8 Part 2
Sleep with One Eye Open (Accept Telliore's Proposal)			Parting Ways (Reject Telliore's Proposal)			As the Earth Rages (Fight Sorsley)			In the Eye of the Storm (Attack Aesfrost)
Chapter 8 Part 3
Light and Shadow						Of Hearts, Words, and Deeds
Chapter 9 Part 1
Dwindling Light
Chapter 9 Part 2
March of the Smugglers (Transport the Illegal Salt)						To Desert's End (Report the Illegal Salt)
Chapter 10 Part 1
Beneath a Frigid Sky						In the Shadows of Suspicion
Chapter 10 Part 2
A Treacherous Soul (Reveal Roland's Identity)			Enter the Arena (Keep Roland's Secret)			The Carelessness of Men (Find all Evidence)			Ask Me Naught (Incomplete Evidence)
Chapter 10 Part 3
The Voice that Calls Us						The Reward for Betrayal
Chapter 11 Part 1
Oppressions Under the Sun
Chapter 11 Part 2
The Bloodstained Conscience (Deliver the Roselle)						To the Bitter End (Defend the Roselle)
Chapter 12
Defiance and Despondence						In the Still of the Night
Chapter 13 Part 1
Our Time Has Come
Chapter 13 Part 2
Waves of Change (Destroy the Dam)				Time to Say Goodbye (Infiltrate the Castle)				Born of Strife and Sadness (Destroy the Bridge)
Chapter 14 Part 1
A Steep Cost				Vengeance Burns Within Me				For You, My Heart
Chapter 14 Part 2
Glory Shall Find You
Chapter 15 Part 1
A Banner's Worth
Chapter 15 Part 2
When Our Paths Part (Return to Wolffort)			Were I King (Remain in the Crown City)			In the Wake of a Dream (Travel to the Rosellan Village after Delivering them in Chapter 11)
						The Trot of Thieves (Travel to the Rosellan Village after Defending them in Chapter 11)
Chapter 15 Part 3
Fate
Chapter 16
Sleep, My Friend
Chapter 17 Part 1
If Griefs Could Passions Move
Chapter 17 Part 2
Of Lords and Lineages (Benedict)			A River of Tears (Roland)			One Last Request (Frederica)			Those of Aspiration (Golden Route)
Chapter 18									Chapter 18 Part 1
Harden Thy Heart			Begone, Shadow of Sadness			From the Abyss			Of Fire and Blood
									Chapter 18 Part 2
									Bound by Sorrow
									Chapter 18 Part 3
									For Freedom
Chapter 19
Wheresoever Passions Lead			A Dream in Winter			Hold Fast to Courage			The Fortress That Is Faith
									Chapter 20
									No Turning Back
Final Chapter
Dance of the Automaton			The Bell Tolls for No One			Blessed Freedom			For Norzelia