Even following the reading of Takeshi's report, not all the names fall into place. In context, he muddles his way through to some understanding. An isolated nation attacked another nation, members of the royal families were involved, and the foreigners were pulled into the dispute. All with conflicting goals surrounding the Calamity.

He takes a sip of the glass in front of him, wanting to buy a few more seconds to mull it over and compose his expression.

"Then, are you hoping to gain further resources and influence to prevent something similar from happening in the future?"