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	\|caption= Dust jacket cover by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]		\|caption= Dust jacket cover by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
	\|author= [[Hori Shinjiro]]		\|author= [[Hori Shinjiro]]

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	\|image= Genso Suikoden II 3 dust jacket		\|image= Genso Suikoden II 3 dust jacket.png
	\|caption= Dust jacket cover by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]		\|caption= Dust jacket cover by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
	\|author= [[Hori Shinjiro]]		\|author= [[Hori Shinjiro]]

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	{{Tracklist chapter\|Chapters}}		{{Tracklist chapter\|Chapters}}
	{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New Alliance Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New Alliance Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}		{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New Alliance Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New Alliance Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}
	{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The ~~Imbalanced~~ Three Races'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}		{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The Three Races in Turmoil'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}
	{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}		{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}
	{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}		{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}

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	* [[Emilia]]'s role as the [[New Leaf Academy]] librarian who is on the player's side has been removed. [[Nina]] takes on some of those aspects instead.		* [[Emilia]]'s role as the [[New Leaf Academy]] librarian who is on the player's side has been removed. [[Nina]] takes on some of those aspects instead.
	* Riou does not take to the field during [[Luca Blight]]'s massacre of the refugees from [[Muse City]]. He's prevented from doing so by the [[Matilda Knights]].		* Riou does not take to the field during [[Luca Blight]]'s massacre of the refugees from [[Muse City]]. He's prevented from doing so by the [[Matilda Knights]].
			* The alliance with the [[Toran Republic]] is made off-screen. [[Shu]] sent an envoy to Toran while Riou was in the [[Matilda Knightdom]].

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	Then, devastating news arrives—[[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]] has fallen, occupied by a [[Highland Kingdom\|Highland]] general calling himself [[Jowy Atreides]]. Riou is stunned to learn that his closest friend has sided with the enemy, but...		Then, devastating news arrives—[[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]] has fallen, occupied by a [[Highland Kingdom\|Highland]] general calling himself [[Jowy Atreides]]. Riou is stunned to learn that his closest friend has sided with the enemy, but...

	The third volume in the complete novelization of Suikoden ~~II—the~~ story nears its climax!		The third volume in the complete novelization of ''Suikoden II''—the story nears its climax!

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	{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}		{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}
	{{Publication entry\|126\|'''23 - Lost Hope'''<br><small>失われた希望, ''Ushinawareta Kibō''</small>\| \|After forming an alliance with Two River, Riou and his companions embark on a mission to rescue Lady [[Teresa Wisemail\|Teresa]], the beloved acting mayor of the recently-fallen [[Greenhill Principality\|Greenhill]]. With the help of [[Nina]], they infiltrate Greenhill and witness the oppressive actions of the Highland soldiers, led by Captain [[Rowd]]. Despite their desire to act, they are forced to hold back due to their lack of weapons, relying instead on Teresa’s bodyguard, [[Shin]], to intervene.}}		{{Publication entry\|126\|'''23 - Lost Hope'''<br><small>失われた希望, ''Ushinawareta Kibō''</small>\| \|After forming an alliance with Two River, Riou and his companions embark on a mission to rescue Lady [[Teresa Wisemail\|Teresa]], the beloved acting mayor of the recently-fallen [[Greenhill Principality\|Greenhill]]. With the help of [[Nina]], they infiltrate Greenhill and witness the oppressive actions of the Highland soldiers, led by Captain [[Rowd]]. Despite their desire to act, they are forced to hold back due to their lack of weapons, relying instead on Teresa’s bodyguard, [[Shin]], to intervene.}}
	{{Publication entry\|152\|'''24 - The Commander in White'''<br><small>白い指揮官, ''~~Shiroi Shiki-kan~~''</small>\| \|Riou, Teresa, Shin, and Nina, flee from the Highland Army after Teresa regains her resolve to fight for Greenhill. During their escape, they encounter Jowy, who urges Riou to abandon the fight and run away. Despite Riou’s pleas for Jowy to join him again, Jowy leaves, leaving Riou heartbroken but determined to continue leading the New State Army.}}		{{Publication entry\|152\|'''24 - The Commander in White'''<br><small>白い指揮官, ''Shiro i Shikikan''</small>\| \|Riou, Teresa, Shin, and Nina, flee from the Highland Army after Teresa regains her resolve to fight for Greenhill. During their escape, they encounter Jowy, who urges Riou to abandon the fight and run away. Despite Riou’s pleas for Jowy to join him again, Jowy leaves, leaving Riou heartbroken but determined to continue leading the New State Army.}}
	{{Publication entry\|183\|'''25 - A Reason for Tears'''<br><small>涙の理由, ''Namida no Riyū''</small>\| \|Jowy seeks to end the war and bring peace to Highland by stopping the destructive reign of [[Luca Blight]]. After revealing his intentions to Princess [[Jillia Blight\|Jillia]], who agrees to trust him, Jowy faces suspicion from generals [[Seed]] and [[Culgan]], who confront him about his true motives. Upon realizing Jowy’s genuine desire for peace, Seed and Culgan pledge their loyalty to him.}}		{{Publication entry\|183\|'''25 - A Reason for Tears'''<br><small>涙の理由, ''Namida no Riyū''</small>\| \|Jowy seeks to end the war and bring peace to Highland by stopping the destructive reign of [[Luca Blight]]. After revealing his intentions to Princess [[Jillia Blight\|Jillia]], who agrees to trust him, Jowy faces suspicion from generals [[Seed]] and [[Culgan]], who confront him about his true motives. Upon realizing Jowy’s genuine desire for peace, Seed and Culgan pledge their loyalty to him.}}
	{{Publication entry\|196\|'''26 - Knight's Oath'''<br><small>騎士の誓い, ''Kishi no Chikai''</small>\| \|Riou and his companions, determined to form an alliance with the [[Matilda Knights]], face resistance from their leader, [[Gordeau]]. When the Highland Army, led by Luca, begins slaughtering refugees near the border, Riou and [[Viktor]] attempt to intervene, but Gordeau orders his knights to restrain them. As the refugees are captured and massacred, Riou and his allies are left powerless, bound by Gordeau's inaction and the knights' loyalty to their leader.}}		{{Publication entry\|196\|'''26 - Knight's Oath'''<br><small>騎士の誓い, ''Kishi no Chikai''</small>\| \|Riou and his companions, determined to form an alliance with the [[Matilda Knights]], face resistance from their leader, [[Gordeau]]. When the Highland Army, led by Luca, begins slaughtering refugees near the border, Riou and [[Viktor]] attempt to intervene, but Gordeau orders his knights to restrain them. As the refugees are captured and massacred, Riou and his allies are left powerless, bound by Gordeau's inaction and the knights' loyalty to their leader.}}

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	==Differences from the game==		==Differences from the game==
	* [[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] does not have to track down and recruit [[Amada]] or [[Tai Ho]] to find a boat to take him to [[Lakewest]].		* [[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] does not have to track down and recruit [[Amada]] or [[Tai Ho]] to find a boat to take him to [[Lakewest]].
	* [[Fitcher]] is not whipped in [[Two River City]].		* [[Fitcher]] is not whipped in [[Two River City]], nor is he almost lynched in [[Greenhill City]].
	* Riou and his party do not need to navigate the [[Two River Sewers]].		* Riou and his party do not need to navigate the [[Two River Sewers]].
	* [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]]'s role is fleshed out somewhat, with him having more conversations with [[Leon Silverberg]], [[Jillia Blight]], as well as [[Culgan]] and [[Seed]].		* [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]]'s role is fleshed out somewhat, with him having more conversations with [[Leon Silverberg]], [[Jillia Blight]], as well as [[Culgan]] and [[Seed]].
	* [[Emilia]]'s role as the [[New Leaf Academy]] who is on the player's side has been removed. [[Nina]] takes on some of those aspects instead.		* [[Emilia]]'s role as the [[New Leaf Academy]] librarian who is on the player's side has been removed. [[Nina]] takes on some of those aspects instead.
	* Riou does not take to the field during [[Luca Blight]]'s massacre of the refugees from [[Muse City]]. He's prevented from doing so by the [[Matilda Knights]].		* Riou does not take to the field during [[Luca Blight]]'s massacre of the refugees from [[Muse City]]. He's prevented from doing so by the [[Matilda Knights]].

	{{Fan Translation\|publications}}		{{Fan Translation\|publications}}
	{{GS21}} {{Short description\|2001 prose release}}		{{GS21}} {{Short description\|2001 prose release}}

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{{Pub
|name= Genso Suikoden II: 3
|jpname = 幻想水滸伝II ③
|roname= Gensō Suikoden II: 3
|image= Genso Suikoden II 3 dust jacket
|caption= Dust jacket cover by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
|author= [[Hori Shinjiro]]
|illustrator = [[Yashioka Shō]]
|publisher= Kadokawa Shoten
|released= {{JP}} June 25, 2001
|isbn= 4-8402-1870-6
|price = ¥580
|pages = 264
|predecessor= [[Genso Suikoden II: 2 (novel)|Genso Suikoden II: 2]]
|successor= [[Genso Suikoden II: 4 (novel)|Genso Suikoden II: 4]]
|type= Light
}}
'''Genso Suikoden II: 3''' (幻想水滸伝II ③, ''Gensō Suikoden II: 3'') is a book published by Kadokawa Shoten in 2001.

It is the third part of a four-part light novelization of the events of [[Suikoden II]]. It covers the events of the game from [[Fitcher]] arriving at the [[New State Army Headquarters]] to [[Jowy Atreides|Jowy]]'s marriage to [[Jillia Blight]] and the death of [[Agares Blight|Agares]].

==Summary==
With [[New State Army Headquarters|North Window Castle]] as its base, the [[New State Army]] rises. As its leader, [[Hero (Suikoden II)|Riou]] sets out for [[Two River City|Two River]], hoping to forge an alliance. But in a city divided by tension between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and [[Winged Horde]], unity seems impossible. Can Riou bring the fractured [[City-States of Jowston|City-States]] together before it's too late?

Then, devastating news arrives—[[Greenhill City|Greenhill]] has fallen, occupied by a [[Highland Kingdom|Highland]] general calling himself [[Jowy Atreides]]. Riou is stunned to learn that his closest friend has sided with the enemy, but...

The third volume in the complete novelization of Suikoden II—the story nears its climax!

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{{Tracklist chapter|Chapters}}
{{Publication entry|15|'''19 - New State Army''' 新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''| |[[Hero (Suikoden II)|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New State Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}
{{Publication entry|37|'''20 - The Imbalanced Three Races''' 揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''| |Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}
{{Publication entry|69|'''21 - Division''' 離間, ''Rikan''| |Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}
{{Publication entry|94|'''22 - One Wish''' ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''| |Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}
{{Publication entry|126|'''23 - Lost Hope''' 失われた希望, ''Ushinawareta Kibō''| |After forming an alliance with Two River, Riou and his companions embark on a mission to rescue Lady [[Teresa Wisemail|Teresa]], the beloved acting mayor of the recently-fallen [[Greenhill Principality|Greenhill]]. With the help of [[Nina]], they infiltrate Greenhill and witness the oppressive actions of the Highland soldiers, led by Captain [[Rowd]]. Despite their desire to act, they are forced to hold back due to their lack of weapons, relying instead on Teresa’s bodyguard, [[Shin]], to intervene.}}
{{Publication entry|152|'''24 - The Commander in White''' 白い指揮官, ''Shiroi Shiki-kan''| |Riou, Teresa, Shin, and Nina, flee from the Highland Army after Teresa regains her resolve to fight for Greenhill. During their escape, they encounter Jowy, who urges Riou to abandon the fight and run away. Despite Riou’s pleas for Jowy to join him again, Jowy leaves, leaving Riou heartbroken but determined to continue leading the New State Army.}}
{{Publication entry|183|'''25 - A Reason for Tears''' 涙の理由, ''Namida no Riyū''| |Jowy seeks to end the war and bring peace to Highland by stopping the destructive reign of [[Luca Blight]]. After revealing his intentions to Princess [[Jillia Blight|Jillia]], who agrees to trust him, Jowy faces suspicion from generals [[Seed]] and [[Culgan]], who confront him about his true motives. Upon realizing Jowy’s genuine desire for peace, Seed and Culgan pledge their loyalty to him.}}
{{Publication entry|196|'''26 - Knight's Oath''' 騎士の誓い, ''Kishi no Chikai''| |Riou and his companions, determined to form an alliance with the [[Matilda Knights]], face resistance from their leader, [[Gordeau]]. When the Highland Army, led by Luca, begins slaughtering refugees near the border, Riou and [[Viktor]] attempt to intervene, but Gordeau orders his knights to restrain them. As the refugees are captured and massacred, Riou and his allies are left powerless, bound by Gordeau's inaction and the knights' loyalty to their leader.}}
{{Publication entry|221|'''27 - Rites''' 儀式, ''Gishiki''| |Riou gains the support of many knights under [[Miklotov]] and [[Camus]] despite Gordeau's dismissal. In [[Muse City]], the Highland Army conducts a brutal massacre, using the lives of citizens and refugees to unleash the power of the [[Beast Rune]]. Jowy, entangled in the political machinations of the Blight family, poisons Agares during the [[Knight's Oath]] ceremony, sacrificing himself to bring down King [[Agares Blight|Agares]] while Luca seizes power, vowing to purge the land of weakness.}}
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==Differences from the game==
* [[Hero (Suikoden II)|Riou]] does not have to track down and recruit [[Amada]] or [[Tai Ho]] to find a boat to take him to [[Lakewest]].
* [[Fitcher]] is not whipped in [[Two River City]].
* Riou and his party do not need to navigate the [[Two River Sewers]].
* [[Jowy Atreides|Jowy]]'s role is fleshed out somewhat, with him having more conversations with [[Leon Silverberg]], [[Jillia Blight]], as well as [[Culgan]] and [[Seed]].
* [[Emilia]]'s role as the [[New Leaf Academy]] who is on the player's side has been removed. [[Nina]] takes on some of those aspects instead.
* Riou does not take to the field during [[Luca Blight]]'s massacre of the refugees from [[Muse City]]. He's prevented from doing so by the [[Matilda Knights]].

{{Fan Translation|publications}}
{{GS21}} {{Short description|2001 prose release}}

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	{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New Alliance Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New Alliance Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}		{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New Alliance Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New Alliance Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}
	{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The ~~Imbalanced~~ Three Races'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}		{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The Three Races in Turmoil'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}
	{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}		{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}
	{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}		{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}

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	'''Genso Suikoden II: 3''' (幻想水滸伝II ③, ''Gensō Suikoden II: 3'') is a book published by Kadokawa Shoten in 2001.		'''Genso Suikoden II: 3''' (幻想水滸伝II ③, ''Gensō Suikoden II: 3'') is a book published by Kadokawa Shoten in 2001.

	It is the third part of a four-part light novelization of the events of [[Suikoden II]]. It covers the events of the game from [[Fitcher]] arriving at the [[New ~~State~~ Army Headquarters]] to [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]]'s marriage to [[Jillia Blight]] and the death of [[Agares Blight\|Agares]].		It is the third part of a four-part light novelization of the events of [[Suikoden II]]. It covers the events of the game from [[Fitcher]] arriving at the [[New Alliance Army Headquarters]] to [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]]'s marriage to [[Jillia Blight]] and the death of [[Agares Blight\|Agares]].

	==Summary==		==Summary==
	With [[New ~~State~~ Army Headquarters\|North Window Castle]] as its base, the [[New ~~State~~ Army]] rises. As its leader, [[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] sets out for [[Two River City\|Two River]], hoping to forge an alliance. But in a city divided by tension between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and [[Winged Horde]], unity seems impossible. Can Riou bring the fractured [[City-States of Jowston\|City-States]] together before it's too late?		With [[New Alliance Army Headquarters\|North Window Castle]] as its base, the [[New Alliance Army]] rises. As its leader, [[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] sets out for [[Two River City\|Two River]], hoping to forge an alliance. But in a city divided by tension between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and [[Winged Horde]], unity seems impossible. Can Riou bring the fractured [[City-States of Jowston\|City-States]] together before it's too late?

	Then, devastating news arrives—[[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]] has fallen, occupied by a [[Highland Kingdom\|Highland]] general calling himself [[Jowy Atreides]]. Riou is stunned to learn that his closest friend has sided with the enemy, but...		Then, devastating news arrives—[[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]] has fallen, occupied by a [[Highland Kingdom\|Highland]] general calling himself [[Jowy Atreides]]. Riou is stunned to learn that his closest friend has sided with the enemy, but...
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	{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New ~~State~~ Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New ~~State~~ Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}		{{Publication entry\|15\|'''19 - New Alliance Army'''<br><small>新同盟軍, ''Shin Dōmei-gun''</small>\| \|[[Hero (Suikoden II)\|Riou]] is pulled away from a rare moment of leisure by the arrival of [[Fitcher]], a former diplomat from [[Muse Principality\|Muse]] now residing in [[Two River City\|Two River]]. Fitcher proposes an alliance between the [[New Alliance Army]] and Two River to strengthen their fight against the [[Highland Army]]. With [[Shu]]'s guidance and the support of his comrades, Riou prepares to travel to Two River, determined to secure the alliance and prove his worth as a leader.}}
	{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The Imbalanced Three Races'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}		{{Publication entry\|37\|'''20 - The Imbalanced Three Races'''<br><small>揺れる三種族, ''Yureru San shuzoku''</small>\| \|Riou travels to Two River, but faces challenges due to deep-seated tensions between [[human]]s, [[kobold]]s, and the [[Winged Horde]]. Meanwhile, in the Highland Army, General [[Solon Jhee]] is executed for his defeat at [[North Window]], creating an opportunity for [[Jowy Atreides\|Jowy]] to step forward and prove himself by leading an attack on [[Greenhill City\|Greenhill]]. Jowy stakes his reputation and life on the mission, vowing to succeed where others have failed, while Riou struggles to unite the divided factions of Two River.}}
	{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}		{{Publication entry\|69\|'''21 - Division'''<br><small>離間, ''Rikan''</small>\| \|Riou finds the tensions between humans and kobolds are being exploited by the Highland Army through a deceptive ceasefire agreement and a forged secret letter. Despite warnings from his companions, Riou attempts to rally support and uncover the truth, but faces resistance from distrustful factions and the city’s leaders, who are swayed by the enemy’s cunning strategist, [[Klaus Windamier\|Klaus]]. A chance encounter with a brash boy named [[Chaco]] leads Riou to a potential ally in the Winged Horde, offering a glimmer of hope to counter the Highland Army’s impending attack.}}
	{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}		{{Publication entry\|94\|'''22 - One Wish'''<br><small>ひとつの願い, ''Hitotsu no Negai''</small>\| \|Meeting with [[Susu]], Riou learns more of Two River's history. Riou manages to unite the three races in order to defend Two River against the Highland Army's invasion, overcoming distrust and forging alliances. Meanwhile, Jowy devises a plan to take Greenhill without bloodshed, with the aid of [[Leon Silverberg]].}}
	{{Publication entry\|126\|'''23 - Lost Hope'''<br><small>失われた希望, ''Ushinawareta Kibō''</small>\| \|After forming an alliance with Two River, Riou and his companions embark on a mission to rescue Lady [[Teresa Wisemail\|Teresa]], the beloved acting mayor of the recently-fallen [[Greenhill Principality\|Greenhill]]. With the help of [[Nina]], they infiltrate Greenhill and witness the oppressive actions of the Highland soldiers, led by Captain [[Rowd]]. Despite their desire to act, they are forced to hold back due to their lack of weapons, relying instead on Teresa’s bodyguard, [[Shin]], to intervene.}}		{{Publication entry\|126\|'''23 - Lost Hope'''<br><small>失われた希望, ''Ushinawareta Kibō''</small>\| \|After forming an alliance with Two River, Riou and his companions embark on a mission to rescue Lady [[Teresa Wisemail\|Teresa]], the beloved acting mayor of the recently-fallen [[Greenhill Principality\|Greenhill]]. With the help of [[Nina]], they infiltrate Greenhill and witness the oppressive actions of the Highland soldiers, led by Captain [[Rowd]]. Despite their desire to act, they are forced to hold back due to their lack of weapons, relying instead on Teresa’s bodyguard, [[Shin]], to intervene.}}
	{{Publication entry\|152\|'''24 - The Commander in White'''<br><small>白い指揮官, ''Shiro i Shikikan''</small>\| \|Riou, Teresa, Shin, and Nina, flee from the Highland Army after Teresa regains her resolve to fight for Greenhill. During their escape, they encounter Jowy, who urges Riou to abandon the fight and run away. Despite Riou’s pleas for Jowy to join him again, Jowy leaves, leaving Riou heartbroken but determined to continue leading the New ~~State~~ Army.}}		{{Publication entry\|152\|'''24 - The Commander in White'''<br><small>白い指揮官, ''Shiro i Shikikan''</small>\| \|Riou, Teresa, Shin, and Nina, flee from the Highland Army after Teresa regains her resolve to fight for Greenhill. During their escape, they encounter Jowy, who urges Riou to abandon the fight and run away. Despite Riou’s pleas for Jowy to join him again, Jowy leaves, leaving Riou heartbroken but determined to continue leading the New Alliance Army.}}
	{{Publication entry\|183\|'''25 - A Reason for Tears'''<br><small>涙の理由, ''Namida no Riyū''</small>\| \|Jowy seeks to end the war and bring peace to Highland by stopping the destructive reign of [[Luca Blight]]. After revealing his intentions to Princess [[Jillia Blight\|Jillia]], who agrees to trust him, Jowy faces suspicion from generals [[Seed]] and [[Culgan]], who confront him about his true motives. Upon realizing Jowy’s genuine desire for peace, Seed and Culgan pledge their loyalty to him.}}		{{Publication entry\|183\|'''25 - A Reason for Tears'''<br><small>涙の理由, ''Namida no Riyū''</small>\| \|Jowy seeks to end the war and bring peace to Highland by stopping the destructive reign of [[Luca Blight]]. After revealing his intentions to Princess [[Jillia Blight\|Jillia]], who agrees to trust him, Jowy faces suspicion from generals [[Seed]] and [[Culgan]], who confront him about his true motives. Upon realizing Jowy’s genuine desire for peace, Seed and Culgan pledge their loyalty to him.}}
	{{Publication entry\|196\|'''26 - Knight's Oath'''<br><small>騎士の誓い, ''Kishi no Chikai''</small>\| \|Riou and his companions, determined to form an alliance with the [[Matilda Knights]], face resistance from their leader, [[Gordeau]]. When the Highland Army, led by Luca, begins slaughtering refugees near the border, Riou and [[Viktor]] attempt to intervene, but Gordeau orders his knights to restrain them. As the refugees are captured and massacred, Riou and his allies are left powerless, bound by Gordeau's inaction and the knights' loyalty to their leader.}}		{{Publication entry\|196\|'''26 - Knight's Oath'''<br><small>騎士の誓い, ''Kishi no Chikai''</small>\| \|Riou and his companions, determined to form an alliance with the [[Matilda Knights]], face resistance from their leader, [[Gordeau]]. When the Highland Army, led by Luca, begins slaughtering refugees near the border, Riou and [[Viktor]] attempt to intervene, but Gordeau orders his knights to restrain them. As the refugees are captured and massacred, Riou and his allies are left powerless, bound by Gordeau's inaction and the knights' loyalty to their leader.}}