History Heartwarming / SkiesOfArcadia

--->'''Vyse:''' Hehehe... Does that mean that you trust me a little? But your hunch was right. No matter where you are, I'll be there to help you.
--->'''Fina:''' Yes...
--->'''Gilder:''' What are you going to do, Aika? Wouldn't you want to be told something like that too?
--->'''Aika:''' I already know it without being told. Whenever I'm in trouble, Vyse will definitely come... That's what I believe.
--->'''Gilder:''' Heh, I see. That was a silly question.

* The conversations Vyse has with Aika and Fina right before the final confrontation with Galcian. It's really driven home how much these three care about one another if you play it in-character for Vyse, ending on an adorable side hug with Fina and kiss on the cheek from Aika. Three true friends about to take on the greatest threat to free civilization the world has faced since the Old World - what could be better or more precious?

* The conversations Vyse has with Aika and Fina right before the final confrontation with Galcian. It's really driven home how much these three care about one another if you play it in-character for Vyse, ending on an adorable one-armed hug with Fina and kiss on the cheek from Aika. Three true friends about to take on the greatest threat to free civilization the world has faced since the Old World - what could be better or more precious?

* Drachma pulls off a BigDamnHeroes moment in the Nasr desert to save the main trio from the red Gigas' rampage. If you read the journal entry right before this you can tell that Drachma has grown fond of his young companions despite what he may say to the contrary.

'''[[Administrivia/SpoilersOff Unmarked spoilers below]]'''

** Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of [[spoiler: Vyse's new ship on its maiden voyage]] sailing off toward the horizon. It all feels like [[ButNowIMustGo a fitting end to a memorable journey.]]

* The Moonfish/Piccolo/Moon Hamachou Sidequest, where you find moonfish around the world for the strange pet bird of [[CuteMute Maria]]. For even a long-term fetch quest, there's a lot of benefits for doing it [[spoiler:(the rare item rewards, learning of the backstory behind the Doctor, Ramirez, and Maria's family, continuing Piastol's sidequest, and obtaining one of the final discoveries)]], but most importantly, you're helping a traumatized orphan out of depression, and her interactions with Vyse and Piccolo (her pet) are adorable. [[spoiler: After this sidequest, you can fight Piastol for the fourth and final time. Vyse then tells her that her little sister Maria is alive and that she should see her. Their reunion tops off these sidequests perfectly.]]
* The conversations Vyse has with Aika and Fina right before [[spoiler: the final confrontation with Galcian. It's really driven home how much these three care about one another if you play it in-character for Vyse, ending on an adorable one-armed hug with Fina and kiss on the cheek from Aika. Three true friends about to take on the greatest threat to free civilization the world has faced since the Old World - what could be better or more precious?]]
* It's fairly subtle and easy to miss, but when Galcian shows up at the Great Silver Shrine and declares his intent to claim the Silver Crystal, you'll notice that [[GoThroughMe Gilder immediately moves to put himself between him and Fina.]] [[spoiler: It ends up being for naught, as Ramirez instead murders one of the elders to get theirs, but it's the thought that counts.]]

** Gordo decides to open up a fine dining restaurant and gives up his life of piracy. However even then, he still shows up in the final battle to help Vyse and the others!

* When it comes time for the final battle, all of the air pirates that you've met and befriended show up to help Vyse and the others take down Galcian. Hell, even some of Vyse's *enemies* show up such as Baltor!

* It's fairly subtle and easy to miss, but when Galcian shows up at the Great Silver Shrine and declares his intent to claim the Silver Crystal, you'll notice that [[GoThroughMe Gilder immediately moves to put himself between him and Fina.]] [[spoiler: It ends up being for naught, as Ramirez instead murders one of the elders to get theirs, but it's the thought that counts.]]

** Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of [[spoiler: Vyse's new ship on its maiden voyage]] sailing of toward the horizon. It all feels like [[ButNowIMustGo a fitting end to a memorable journey.]]
* Enrique's quasi-familial relationship with Gregorio, to the point where he refers to Gregorio as an uncle. The goodbye they share is a mix of heartwarming and tearjerking. It really shows that in spite of Enrique's passionate feelings towards Valua's brutality, he's still able to make an honest attempt at discerning between the brutal and those facing pressure from the truly brutal, having to make tough decisions against their will.

--->'''Enrique:''' ...No... I've made up my mind. I am not going back to Valua. I know that you've noticed a change in the Empire as well... They are headed down a dark path... Trying to rule the world with an iron fist... It will be Valua's downfall... This world... this sky... is not Valua's to rule. It belongs to the people... And to right the wrongs that Valua has committed, I have decided to travel with Vyse and his companions. Tell that to my mother. And also that I pray every day for her good health. This is goodbye... I must go. Be well.

* The conversations Vyse has with Aika and Fina right before [[spoiler: the final confrontation with Galcian. It's really driven home how much these three care about each other if you play it in-character for Vyse, ending on an adorable one-armed hug with Fina and kiss on the cheek from Aika. Three true friends about to take on the greatest threat to free civilization the world has faced since the Old World - what could be better or more precious?]]

* The conversations Vyse has with Aika and Fina right before [[spoiler: the final confrontation with Galcian. It's really driven home how much these three care about each other if you play it in-character for Vyse, ending on an adorable one-armed hug with Fina and kiss on the cheek from Aika. Three true friends about to take on the greatest threat to free civilization the world has faced since the Old World - what could be better or more precious?]]

* [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWbpGL9UPhM The game's ending]], in it's entirety.
** Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of the [[spoiler: newly christened Albatross II]] sailing of toward the horizon. It all feels like [[ButNowIMustGo a fitting end to a memorable journey.]]

* The Moonfish/Piccolo/Moon Hamachou Sidequest, where you find moonfish around the world for the strange pet bird of [[CuteMute Maria]]. For even a long-term fetch quest, there's a lot of benefits for doing it [[spoiler:(the rare item rewards, learning of the backstory behind the Doctor, Ramirez, and Maria's family, continuing Piastol's sidequest, and obtaining one of the final discoveries)]], but most importantly, you're helping a traumatized orphan out of depression, and her interactions with Vyse and Piccolo (her pet) are adorable. [[spoiler: After this sidequest, you can fight Piastol for the fourth and final time. Vyse then tells her that her little sister Maria is alive and that she should see her. Their reunion tops off these sidequests perfectly.]]

* Enrique's quasi-familial relationship with Gregorio, to the point where he refers to Gregorio as an uncle. The goodbye they share is a mix of heartwarming and tearjerking.

* The Moonfish/Piccolo/Moon Hamachou Sidequest, where you find moonfish around the world for the strange pet bird of [[CuteMute Maria]]. For even a long-term fetch quest, there's a lot of benefits for doing it [[spoiler:(The item rewards, you learn of the backstory behind the Doctor, Ramirez, and Maria's family, continuing Piastol's sidequest, and obtaining one of the final discoveries)]], but most importantly, you're helping a traumatized orphan out of depression, and her interactions with Vyse and Piccolo (her pet) are adorable. [[spoiler: After this sidequest, you can fight Piastol for the fourth and final time. Vyse then tells her that her little sister Maria is alive and that she should see her. Their reunion tops off these sidequests perfectly.]]

* The Moonfish/Piccolo/Moon Hamachou Sidequest, where you find moonfish around the world for the strange pet bird of [[CuteMute Maria]]. For even a long-term fetch quest, there's a lot of benefits for doing it [[spoiler:(The item rewards, you learn of the backstory behind the Doctor, Ramirez, and Maria's family, continuing Piastol's sidequest, and obtaining one of the final discoveries)]], but most importantly, you're helping a traumatized orphan out of depression, and her interactions with Vyse and Piccolo (her pet) are adorable. [[spoiler: If you fought Piastol for the fourth and final time, Vyse tells her that little sister Maria is alive and that she should see her. Their reunion tops off these sidequests perfectly.]]

[[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWbpGL9UPhM The game's ending]], in it's entirety.
* Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of the [[spoiler: newly christened Albatross II]] sailing of toward the horizon. It all feels like [[ButNowIMustGo a fitting end to a memorable journey.]]

* Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of the [[spoiler: newly christened Albatross II]] sailing of toward the horizon. It all feels like a fitting end to a memorable journey.

* Everything from Vyse giving [[spoiler: Ramirez]] a traditional air pirate send-off, the scenes depicting life returning to normal throughout Arcadia, to the music that plays during the end credits, and final scene of the Albatross II sailing of toward the horizon. It all feels like a fitting end to a memorable journey.