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Defender's Oath
Primal beast Sylph. My apologies, but I must ask you to come with me.
Make me.
Go. I have no use for you.
The plan has been altered, but it matters not.
There are more guards than I expected, and some unfamiliar faces among them. Hired mercenaries, perhaps?
It doesn't matter. I'll simply keep watch for now.
Consul General Isabella... Your life ends here.
I can't believe you survived being eaten by Fafnir. You really are a monster.
What indeed. Sylph was just bait to lure you out.
Frankly, I don't care about that anymore. Everything will be settled here.
Don't get in my way!
Lancelot... Long time no see.
And you people are... skyfarers?
Very well. Although I'd hoped to avoid any senseless fighting.
Heh. Fine, I'll play with you for old times' sake.
What's the matter, Lancelot? You seem to be out of breath.
You've lost your edge. The captain's seat is pretty cushy, isn't it?
That should do.
I'm afraid we'll have to pick this up again another time, Lancelot.
Don't lose your composure. Look objectively at what is happening around you.
You always lose sight of what's right in front of you whenever you get angry. It's a bad habit of yours, Lancelot.
Enemies? Hah. You really are blind.
You're nothing more than an immature brat parading around as a subservient knight. Look at what's around you with your own two eyes.
You're a stubborn one.
So you've come...
I know. We don't have time for this right now, but these people can be difficult to deal with.
I don't have the luxury of holding back. I'm going all out.
Humph. The more you care for your country, the more obstacles try to block your way, I suppose.
Very well. Come at me with everything you've got!
Unhand the girl.
Cooperate with me on this one, Lancelot.
Oh? Weren't you going to arrest me?
Very well. In that case come with me.
It'll be faster if you see it. Come, Chief.
Beyond this door lies the truth behind Feendrache.
Come out. You're free now.
I simply used the secret passage built by the late King Josef.
Correct. It's a hidden dungeon that lies below the royal palace.
This dungeon was made to secretly imprison those who couldn't be imprisoned publicly.
I'll explain from here.
What kind of threat do you think a Ruforth villager could pose to the capital?
The answer lies in the mysterious disease afflicting the people of Ruforth.
The disease claims the lives of newborns and the elderly.
I presume you already know that.
The symptoms of that disease fade the farther you travel from the village, so the villagers believed it was endemic to the land.
However, the villagers couldn't pinpoint the cause. They came to air their grievances with King Josef.
The king took pity on the villagers, buying alma extract for them with his own money. He appointed me to investigate the disease.
They probably didn't want to risk throwing the country into chaos by spreading it.
Very few were privy to this information.
I started to suspect the river water was the source of the disease.
My investigation led me upstream into the Howling Valley.
That's where I witnessed Sylph and her bodyguards visiting the sealed Fafnir.
The guards entered the valley as if they were trying to hide something from Sylph, so I tailed them.
They were haphazardly dropping these black orbs into the ground. Do you see where I'm going with this?
Why would they come all the way out to the deserted Howling Valley unless it was to do something they didn't want anyone to see?
You're very perceptive.
Yes. This happened because of the capital, and because of Sylph.
Ah, yes. I uncovered the truth about those as well.
When Sylph creates alma, a poisonous by-product is also made in the process.
A small amount of poison leaked from the orbs and flowed downstream, poisoning the villagers of Ruforth. See for yourself.
They call the poison karmide, and it's being temporarily stored down here.
After which they secretly dispose of it in the Howling Valley.
Soldiers carry these all the time. It's fine as long as you're not too rough and break the outer shell.
The time has come. We'll stir up chaos, sneak into the palace, and excise the lesions eating away at this country.
What do you believe, Lancelot?
Take a good look around you.
Only you can decide which truth to believe.
But the imprisoned villagers of Ruforth, the stockpile of karmide...
And now soldiers who knowingly draw their weapons on the captain of the White Dragons. These are all facts.
Sorry. You're in the way.
Chances are King Carl doesn't know the truth.
A primal beast has no sense of good and evil.
She's only doing what she was created to do.
Consul General isabella. The light and dark surrounding alma has been manipulated by that woman this entire time.
Isabella framed me.
As it stands, however, I have no way of proving it. I don't expect anyone to believe me.
She summoned me to the king's room that night. All I could hear was the sound of the downpour outside.
With his dying breath, the king gave me one last final order: set this country right.
Then Isabella had her pet knights spread the word that I had killed the king, and you know the rest.
Before he died, King Josef told me about the secret underground passage. And thanks to him, I got away safely.
Open your eyes, Lancelot!
If there is hesitation in your blade, then you will die, plain and simple. I believe I taught you that long ago.
Isabella uses the extract to sate her own selfish obsessionw ith beauty, and the citizens pay the price with their lives.
The whole country is going to ruin so that she and a portion of her followers can reap the benefits.
Once this country is finally destroyed, that woman will just find a new place to leech from.
Let's go. The throne room awaits.
I could ask the same of you. Feendrache and its citizens don't exist to preserve your pretty face.
Humph. Here it is.
This is karmide, King Carl. It has polluted this country's soil and tormented the citizens with a strange disease.
If you read this scroll describing karmide in detail, then you'll see who Isabella really is.
This research was written by a doctor named Boris.
Boris passed away 14 months ago.
He was attacked by bandits... the only thing I managed to save was the scroll.
That time?
Your Highness, King Carl of Feendrache, home to the knights of the Order of the Dragons.
Please forgive my past antagonisms toward you in my quest to fulfill a promise to King Josef.
Feigning ignorance until the very end. You don't know when to quit, do you?
Isabella, stop manipulating her! She doesn't know right from wrong.
Your greed is turning innocent people into sacrifices.
Accept your fate, Isabella!
For a long time only Isabella was able to communicate with Sylph.
And since Sylph is unable to judge ethics, she relies on Isabella's judgment.
Awful, isn't it? This is the truth behind our country's current state.
A lunatic driven mad by greed, and a primal beast poisoned by that influence. It's a blight that eats away at this country.
I am Captain Siegfried of the Order of the Black Dragons. In the name of King Josef, I shall restore order to this land!
This isn't the time for that, Lancelot!
Didn't I teach you not to take your eyes off the enemy when you're on the battlefield? Stay focused!
I'm going to need your help, Lancelot! Yours too, nano!
You must realize it now. You're finished!
Forgive me for my lateness, Your Highness. Preparations took longer than expected.
With all due respect, an ardent knight would keep one's promise to be on time.
When I was young, King Josef used to remind us of this all the time. Me and Lancelot that is.
I'm afraid I must decline.
I still have to take responsibility for the uproar I caused.
That doesn't matter. The fact remains that I harmed fellow knights.
As long as I reside in this country, there will be no shortage of troubles with the reconstruction.
You're the captain now. Are you satisfied with ceding your position to me?
Were you leading the order with such feeble resolve?
Exactly. Without me around, you alone bore the responsibilities of being a superb captain.
Feendrache is fine with only one hero. I will soon leave on a journey.
Heh. You don't need to. You conveyed your feelings perfectly well when we fought side-by-side.
Don't worry, for you're not alone.
You have strong allies you can count on.
You're too kind. You have my thanks.
Good. I'm sorry I won't be able to help you, but I look forward to seeing it when it's finished.
Four Knights of a Fallen Land
It seems everybody that lives in the vicinity of the city has met with the same grisly fate...
The outbreak of monsters.. The appearance of reinforcements... This is no coincidence.
You. Explain what you were just talking about.
I must hurry...
Argh, will I make it in time?
I heard you. There's no need to shout.
What business do you have here?
Interesting. And which of you is going to try and take it?
Heh... You don't want to underestimate me.
This is merely the road to Feendrache, is it not? Is my being here a concern for you?
Well, let's just say there's a scent coming from you, and it smells a lot like trouble.
If you think numbers are great enough to defeat me, then go on. Try.
Heh, are you scared?
I hope you're ready for what's coming!
Your tyranny is at an end, Isabella.
Stop her! Get Isabella away from the summoning circle!
No, we were too late...
Hmph... I guess he's not going to leave quietly.
Lancelot, this demon has been called here from another world using long-lost, forbidden magic.
Percival? It's been a while.
There will be plenty of time for talk if we get out of this alive.
Vane, I see you've grown a little as a man, but you make it sound so easy.
Heh, how cool and collected. But your attempt at politeness is irritating.
Heh, you should not have held us sons of men with such contempt.
For we are the proud knights of the Order of Dragons!
Your Majesty, take my hand.
Lancelot. Our first priority is to get the king and ourselves to safety.
Wait, I don't think we have to worry about that right now...
Yes, but it was only a temporary solution to buy us some time. They will return. We need to consolidate the defenses of the royal capital as soon as possible.
What are you saying? Feendrache would have fallen without you.
You have grown, my friends.
What is it? Does looking down at the city fill you with sentimentality?
Hmm, this isn't like you.
It seems your journey here was not in vain.
No worries. It is fate that decided old friends like us would be gathered together once again.
That alone is enough for me.
Percival. What will you do now?
I see. if there's anything I can do to help, do let me know.
Between Frost and Flame
My investigation tells me the House of Wales has resorted to forbidden arts and spies to intimidate their neighbors.
It's only a matter of time before they try to take Feendrache.
Just one crisis after another. How would you handle this?
I have a prior engagement. I'm afraid I'll be absent for a while.
Heh. Are you my chaperone?
Just joking. It's not that I don't trust you all.
For now I'd prefer to keep this as confidential as possible. Is that a problem?
Looks like the decisions' been made. Give it your all.
Are you leaving now?
I'll be departing shortly. His Highness has entrusted me with a matter of great importance.
Heh. Same to you. Take care.
By the way, shouldn't Captain and the others be with you?
I see. That's a pity.
But Percival, Captain's your--
No, never mind.
Farewell. We'll meet again.
This is something you'll have to figure out for yourself. It'd be pointless otherwise.
If what I've read is true, this will be the moment of truth...
I don't know how much weight my name carries, but this will call for the performance of a lifetime.
I'd be more worried about the punishment you're about to face than who I am.
I hate to break it to you, but you're the last one standing. Haah!
Sorry it took so long to get here.
Greetings, Lord of Frost. You didn't make this place easy to find.
The troops of Dalmore are withdrawing back to their own kingdom.
It's not nonsense. I have in my possession a signed alliance between Dalmore and Feendrache.
That's right, Lancelot, while you and the others were taking care of the Wales army.
I accepted the role of ambassador and took a letter signed by King Carl with the terms of the agreement.
Let's just say I gave the performance of a lifetime. Heh, I'll admit it wasn't easy.
Hmm... I know you're trying to pay me a compliment, Vane. But it sounds like up until this point you've thought of me as all brawn and no brains.
Heh. That was a joke. You're too gullible.
Hah Hah Hah! That's a good one, Percival.
If I could predict the future, we would have avoided this mess from the start.
No, I took what I'd learned from my investigations and constructed the worst-case scenario.
And I think we all owe you and your friends a great deal too, Captain.
Thank you, Captain. I won't forget this.
All that's left is to deal with you, Aglovale.
I've noticed your family engaging in suspicious activities in other lands as of late.
I came across interesting magic circles on my journeys, and I decided it would be best to destroy them.
Let's not get ahead of ourselves.
Hmph. If you had paid any attention to the rumors, you'd see how conspicuous your plan was.
Give up, Aglovale. It's time to admit defeat.
It's not like you to give up hope.
Unfortunately, it looks like your brother's magic has tipped the balance and started the activation process again.
No, I think it still needs mroe time. If we strike now, maybe we can--
Of course. Never forget that you're not alone.
Hmm... I don't know if it's alive or not, but it's power seems to be draining away.
Percival... may I have a word regarding your family?
Don't worry. Fortunately his life is in no danger.
The entire area caved in after you lost consciousness.
No one will ever be able to use it again.
I believe there are only a handful of people who know about the Otherworld Key and the underground secrets.
We can safely quash any leaks to the public about his plan as fearmongering rumors.
Having said that, we still don't know what the OTherworld's motives are.
Bistro Feendrache
Hi, everyone. Sorry I'm late.
Heh. Looks like nano and the crew beat me here.
Well, a stall vendor called out to me as I was walking by.
That first time wasn't a problem, but I kept getting stopped over and over, so it took a while to get through the area.
Beats me. It all added up before I knew it.
Sorry about that. Let's all take a deep breath and head to the festival.
It's awfully noisy in here.
Yes, we were. It's been a while since anyone called us by our former titles.
We understand you're set on closing this restaurant.
But isn't there anything we can do to get you to reconsider?
I'm not sure I followed the entire discussion, but it sounds like this will be entertaining at least.
heh. It's nice working as a team.
Hm... First we need to figure out where this restaurant currently stands.
Your knack for cooking is second to none, Vane.
What should I do?
Hmm... That's a bit vague.
I have a lot of experience cooking for myself while camping.
But I'm not anywhere near the same level as you, Vane...
Sure, if you wouldn't mind.
I'll try not to be a burden.
What should I help with, Vane?
Got it.
Is it alright if I borrow this knife?
Is it okay to use these vegetables?
Hm... If I remember correctly, I'm supposed to curl my fingers under to make my left hand look like a cat's paw. (But how exactly do I do that?)
No, I just thought it might be dangerous to engage in idle chatter while holding a knife.
No, it's fine. What do you say we all cut the vegetables perhaps?
I see... Then I suppose that makes it our competitor.
The higher up someone is on their pedestal, the easier it is to knock them down.
First we need to determine just how good he really is.
Why don't we procure the ingredients ourselves instead of using the ones here?
The monsters in this area are pretty tasty, you know.
Heh... they're perfectly in sync.
Did you decide on an appetizer, Percival?
What exactly is pate?
Hmm... I might have an idea. Come with me.
Here we are. I used to camp in this forest a lot back in the day.
It's a type of boar that lives in this area called a drachenboar. Its meat is absolutely delicious. I think it'll be perfect for a pate.
No need to worry.
These beasts are pretty clever. It noticed there was someone hiding downwind.
All I needed to do was predict where it would run based on the geography of the area and set a trap there beforehand.
But that wasn't enough to take it down. Time to finish it off, Percival! Captain!
Right. We'll be whipping up a dish called Mother's Pate de Campagne.
Indeed. We'll be using high-quality drachenboar meat for our appetizer.
Ready, Percival?
And here's the finished pate de campagne.
Way to go, Percival.
Then let's divide up the food and start handing out samples.
Heh... It's always a thrill to be up against the odds.
Yeah... I think it was cream of mushroom soup.
Of course. I'm sure I'll remember the recipe as I go along.
Heh... Then I guess I'll be making the next dish.
Sounds like a plan. Then I guess it's time to gather the ingredients.
The mushrooms we're looking for love forests where there's always a moderate level of humidity.
They often sprout next to trees on slopes like these a few days after it rains.
Indeed. Every species has a certain type of tree or location it prefers.
The porcinido mushrooms we're looking for are the most delicious this time of year.
Hm? There's no real reason behind it.
I've simply learned what I know from my day-to-day experiences.
I ate my fair share of poisonous mushrooms along the way, but I made it through.
Heh... I know, I know. I won't be the only person who has to deal with the consequences this time, so I'll be more careful.
Hm... Well spotted, Captain. That's a cluster of porcinido mushrooms, but they're still young.
It's a bit early to harvest them, so let's keep looking.
...! Everyone be quiet.
Look, that one just finished maturing.
Yeah. But growing up means--
It means they're able to run around like that.
Alright, Captain, percival. Let's catch that mushroom!
Aye, all good. Vane was kind enough to reteach me the basics.
Heh... Thanks.
First, remove the hard tips of the pocinido mushrooms, and cut the mushrooms into appropriate sizes.
Then heat some butter in a pot, add the mushrooms and cake flour, and saute them.
Once the powdery texture is gone, add the soup stock.
After the mixture is brought to a simmer, add some milk, cover it with a lid, and let it continue simmering on low heat.
As soon as the soup has thickened a bit, add salt and pepper to taste.
And finally sprinkle a bit of your favorite cheese on top.
Alright everyone, give it a try.
Captain, give us your honest opinion.
Really? Thanks, Captain.
I'm glad you liked it.
Of course. Have as much as you like.
Good idea. The guests really enjoyed the quiche and pate last time.
Right... We need something to revive the bistro.
No worries. I think it's great the two of you are trying to help think of ideas.
Now let's get out there and have a successful day.
We're getting more customers, but we're also seeing a lot more food left over.
While doing the dishes, we've noticed large portions of the main entrees left uneaten.
I guess having healthy appetites means they'll be easy to catch this time of year.
But that's only if we can find fishermen willing to brave the danger.
Hm.. Then let's split up and catch some.
Don't worry. I've done plenty of image training in preparation for catching demonbream today.
Yes, we are. Now all that's left is to catch them, right, nano?
Oh.. Captain! You've got a bite!
We've got your back, Captain.
Now, then demonbream. Be a good little fishy, won't you?
Thanks for handling the heavy lifting, Vane.
It's just... too delicious... Thank you... I'm overwhelmed...
Or can we? Why don't we move the bistro outside?
Heh... We can advertise outside while at the same time increasing our operation rate by using tables with a high amount of turnover.
And on top of that, we can use simple things like drinks and snacks to increase the amount purchased by each customer.
Me too. I have to say, this terrace does seem like a great place to drink.
Sounds like it's worth looking into.
That's the spirit, Lyria.
We don't know anything yet. We'll just have to trust that man and keep waiting.
Is that crystal necessary for making the sorbet?
Are you ready, Captain?
Sounds like an adductor muscle. Is the crystal's structure similar to that of a clam?
Hm... Is this how it's done?
I'm used to surviving out in the wild, so I'm pretty confident in my skill at things like prepping plants and butchering animals.
Once I get the hang of it, I think I'll be able to do it even faster.
I could get addicted to this heavy, bitter, rock-like taste.
Good eggs, huh... What qualifies as a good egg?
Hm.. I've had basilisk eggs before-- they have a wonderfully rich flavor.
What do you think of using basilisk eggs to make the flan?
I've eaten them a million times. I can attest that they're fine.
Do you see the speckled eggs over there?
Wait, Vane! Let's monitor the situation a bit longer--
While the male basilisk is out hunting, the female usually stays behind to guard the nest.
I was just about to. Sorry.
It's great you're all reflecting on our actions, but we might want to grab those eggs while we can.
Yes. It's a testament to the chef.
We're going to have to ask you to leave.
Hm? Did you say something?
Alright. Then let's track down some of that kopi leol.
Hm.. and they dont have a bad odor either.
Uh oh. It must think we're trying to invade its territory.
Hm.. It seems to have taken an interest in you, Percival.
Something wrong?
I think it wants us to follow it.
Let's try it while it's still hot.
It's rich and bitter without being acidic, and it has a certain wildness to it.
Floral tea, eh? Another refined choice.
Hm... I wonder if they turn out that color because they see so much more moonlight than other flowers.
Alright, it's harvesting time! Let's go!
I think the customers would definitely enjoy this as an after-dinner tea.
A meat dish, huh...
Nice work. Leave the rest to me.
Vegetables... By my knife, be sliced!
Heh... it was only possible because you drilled the basics into me, Vane.
Alright, Captain! Could you help me get these ingredients over to Vane?
Great. It's all yours.
Let's head to the castle library after closing time.
Gallardoza? Did you just say gallardoza, Captain?
Could I see that book for a moment?
I remember hearing about gallardozas from the late king joseph.
Yes... Gallardozas are ferocious monsters that inhabit a certain mountainous area.
According to His Majesty, there's a rare cut of meat you can obtain from gallardozas called "chateaubrilliant."
No, that's not it. They just didn't want people getting near the gallardozas since they're so dangerous.
I imagine chateaubrilliant would be a fitting choice for the meat in our new main dish.
What do you think? Are you prepared to risk your lives obtaining the chateaubrilliant?
It'll be encouraging to have you with us, Captain. Sounds like everyone's on board. Then let's make our way into gallardoza territory.
There's actually a legend about the gallardozas.
Long ago, dragons once settled in these mountains.
But one day a pack of gallardozas appeared and challenged the head dragon to battle.
Despite suffering countless wounds, the leader of the gallardozas managed to take down the head dragon.
It's said that the gallardozas that roam here are descendants of the one that once defeated the dragon.
Look... there are horn-sharpening marks on this rock, as well as droppings in the area.
In other words, we're in gallardoza territory now.
Few ordinary people have ever dared to venture here.
Indeed. Judging from its enormous size, it appears to be a male gallardoza.
It has the composed air of a creature that has fought countless battles and emerged victorious.
Heh... let's show that thing it's not the only creature in the skies capable of taking down dragons.
Alright, we'll spread out and surround it on my signal.
Let's move out, everyone! Follow me!
Monster, by my blade, be severed! Schwarzen Fangen!
Looks like the battle is decided.
With meat, you only want to cook it for a moment.
In other words, things are going well.
The meat has been properly cooled and sliced, and I've trimmed the excess fat and sinew.
Hey! Who's there?
What were you doing in there?
What the! Oh no!
I'm alright, but I can't say the same for the flan.
I have an idea.
Vane, prepare the sorbet for now!
There must be one around here somewhere...
This is a fresh centiwatcher.
First, you remove the venom sac...
Next, strain the fluids to remove the impurities. Once that's done, add milk, eggs, and sugar...
This is our rich, creamy Centiwatcher flan.
As long as you correctly remove the venom sac, centiwatcher fluid is safe to ingest.
The richness of the fluid is certain to hook you with a single bite.
Here. Why don't you try it and decide for yourself?
Thank you.
(I've always thought centiwatchers tasted rich and delicious, just like flan.)
(And now I've finally determined that my long-held theory was correct. I feel so refreshed.)
(Yeah... I was pretty confident it would be a success though. Should I not have done that?)
Indeed. What a crazy experience that was.
I have to say, it was really great joining forces with you three again.
Heh... thanks.
Heh. I'm glad I had a positive influence.
Primal beast Sylph. My apologies, but I must ask you to come with me.
Make me.
Go. I have no use for you.
The plan has been altered, but it matters not.
There are more guards than I expected, and some unfamiliar faces among them. Hired mercenaries, perhaps?
It doesn't matter. I'll simply keep watch for now.
Consul General Isabella... Your life ends here.
I can't believe you survived being eaten by Fafnir. You really are a monster.
What indeed. Sylph was just bait to lure you out.
Frankly, I don't care about that anymore. Everything will be settled here.
Don't get in my way!
Lancelot... Long time no see.
And you people are... skyfarers?
Very well. Although I'd hoped to avoid any senseless fighting.
Heh. Fine, I'll play with you for old times' sake.
What's the matter, Lancelot? You seem to be out of breath.
You've lost your edge. The captain's seat is pretty cushy, isn't it?
That should do.
I'm afraid we'll have to pick this up again another time, Lancelot.
Don't lose your composure. Look objectively at what is happening around you.
You always lose sight of what's right in front of you whenever you get angry. It's a bad habit of yours, Lancelot.
Enemies? Hah. You really are blind.
You're nothing more than an immature brat parading around as a subservient knight. Look at what's around you with your own two eyes.
You're a stubborn one.
So you've come...
I know. We don't have time for this right now, but these people can be difficult to deal with.
I don't have the luxury of holding back. I'm going all out.
Humph. The more you care for your country, the more obstacles try to block your way, I suppose.
Very well. Come at me with everything you've got!
Unhand the girl.
Cooperate with me on this one, Lancelot.
Oh? Weren't you going to arrest me?
Very well. In that case come with me.
It'll be faster if you see it. Come, Chief.
Beyond this door lies the truth behind Feendrache.
Come out. You're free now.
I simply used the secret passage built by the late King Josef.
Correct. It's a hidden dungeon that lies below the royal palace.
This dungeon was made to secretly imprison those who couldn't be imprisoned publicly.
I'll explain from here.
What kind of threat do you think a Ruforth villager could pose to the capital?
The answer lies in the mysterious disease afflicting the people of Ruforth.
The disease claims the lives of newborns and the elderly.
I presume you already know that.
The symptoms of that disease fade the farther you travel from the village, so the villagers believed it was endemic to the land.
However, the villagers couldn't pinpoint the cause. They came to air their grievances with King Josef.
The king took pity on the villagers, buying alma extract for them with his own money. He appointed me to investigate the disease.
They probably didn't want to risk throwing the country into chaos by spreading it.
Very few were privy to this information.
I started to suspect the river water was the source of the disease.
My investigation led me upstream into the Howling Valley.
That's where I witnessed Sylph and her bodyguards visiting the sealed Fafnir.
The guards entered the valley as if they were trying to hide something from Sylph, so I tailed them.
They were haphazardly dropping these black orbs into the ground. Do you see where I'm going with this?
Why would they come all the way out to the deserted Howling Valley unless it was to do something they didn't want anyone to see?
You're very perceptive.
Yes. This happened because of the capital, and because of Sylph.
Ah, yes. I uncovered the truth about those as well.
When Sylph creates alma, a poisonous by-product is also made in the process.
A small amount of poison leaked from the orbs and flowed downstream, poisoning the villagers of Ruforth. See for yourself.
They call the poison karmide, and it's being temporarily stored down here.
After which they secretly dispose of it in the Howling Valley.
Soldiers carry these all the time. It's fine as long as you're not too rough and break the outer shell.
The time has come. We'll stir up chaos, sneak into the palace, and excise the lesions eating away at this country.
What do you believe, Lancelot?
Take a good look around you.
Only you can decide which truth to believe.
But the imprisoned villagers of Ruforth, the stockpile of karmide...
And now soldiers who knowingly draw their weapons on the captain of the White Dragons. These are all facts.
Sorry. You're in the way.
Chances are King Carl doesn't know the truth.
A primal beast has no sense of good and evil.
She's only doing what she was created to do.
Consul General isabella. The light and dark surrounding alma has been manipulated by that woman this entire time.
Isabella framed me.
As it stands, however, I have no way of proving it. I don't expect anyone to believe me.
She summoned me to the king's room that night. All I could hear was the sound of the downpour outside.
With his dying breath, the king gave me one last final order: set this country right.
Then Isabella had her pet knights spread the word that I had killed the king, and you know the rest.
Before he died, King Josef told me about the secret underground passage. And thanks to him, I got away safely.
Open your eyes, Lancelot!
If there is hesitation in your blade, then you will die, plain and simple. I believe I taught you that long ago.
Isabella uses the extract to sate her own selfish obsessionw ith beauty, and the citizens pay the price with their lives.
The whole country is going to ruin so that she and a portion of her followers can reap the benefits.
Once this country is finally destroyed, that woman will just find a new place to leech from.
Let's go. The throne room awaits.
I could ask the same of you. Feendrache and its citizens don't exist to preserve your pretty face.
Humph. Here it is.
This is karmide, King Carl. It has polluted this country's soil and tormented the citizens with a strange disease.
If you read this scroll describing karmide in detail, then you'll see who Isabella really is.
This research was written by a doctor named Boris.
Boris passed away 14 months ago.
He was attacked by bandits... the only thing I managed to save was the scroll.
That time?
Your Highness, King Carl of Feendrache, home to the knights of the Order of the Dragons.
Please forgive my past antagonisms toward you in my quest to fulfill a promise to King Josef.
Feigning ignorance until the very end. You don't know when to quit, do you?
Isabella, stop manipulating her! She doesn't know right from wrong.
Your greed is turning innocent people into sacrifices.
Accept your fate, Isabella!
For a long time only Isabella was able to communicate with Sylph.
And since Sylph is unable to judge ethics, she relies on Isabella's judgment.
Awful, isn't it? This is the truth behind our country's current state.
A lunatic driven mad by greed, and a primal beast poisoned by that influence. It's a blight that eats away at this country.
I am Captain Siegfried of the Order of the Black Dragons. In the name of King Josef, I shall restore order to this land!
This isn't the time for that, Lancelot!
Didn't I teach you not to take your eyes off the enemy when you're on the battlefield? Stay focused!
I'm going to need your help, Lancelot! Yours too, nano!
You must realize it now. You're finished!
Forgive me for my lateness, Your Highness. Preparations took longer than expected.
With all due respect, an ardent knight would keep one's promise to be on time.
When I was young, King Josef used to remind us of this all the time. Me and Lancelot that is.
I'm afraid I must decline.
I still have to take responsibility for the uproar I caused.
That doesn't matter. The fact remains that I harmed fellow knights.
As long as I reside in this country, there will be no shortage of troubles with the reconstruction.
You're the captain now. Are you satisfied with ceding your position to me?
Were you leading the order with such feeble resolve?
Exactly. Without me around, you alone bore the responsibilities of being a superb captain.
Feendrache is fine with only one hero. I will soon leave on a journey.
Heh. You don't need to. You conveyed your feelings perfectly well when we fought side-by-side.
Don't worry, for you're not alone.
You have strong allies you can count on.
You're too kind. You have my thanks.
Good. I'm sorry I won't be able to help you, but I look forward to seeing it when it's finished.
Four Knights of a Fallen Land
It seems everybody that lives in the vicinity of the city has met with the same grisly fate...
The outbreak of monsters.. The appearance of reinforcements... This is no coincidence.
You. Explain what you were just talking about.
I must hurry...
Argh, will I make it in time?
I heard you. There's no need to shout.
What business do you have here?
Interesting. And which of you is going to try and take it?
Heh... You don't want to underestimate me.
This is merely the road to Feendrache, is it not? Is my being here a concern for you?
Well, let's just say there's a scent coming from you, and it smells a lot like trouble.
If you think numbers are great enough to defeat me, then go on. Try.
Heh, are you scared?
I hope you're ready for what's coming!
Your tyranny is at an end, Isabella.
Stop her! Get Isabella away from the summoning circle!
No, we were too late...
Hmph... I guess he's not going to leave quietly.
Lancelot, this demon has been called here from another world using long-lost, forbidden magic.
Percival? It's been a while.
There will be plenty of time for talk if we get out of this alive.
Vane, I see you've grown a little as a man, but you make it sound so easy.
Heh, how cool and collected. But your attempt at politeness is irritating.
Heh, you should not have held us sons of men with such contempt.
For we are the proud knights of the Order of Dragons!
Your Majesty, take my hand.
Lancelot. Our first priority is to get the king and ourselves to safety.
Wait, I don't think we have to worry about that right now...
Yes, but it was only a temporary solution to buy us some time. They will return. We need to consolidate the defenses of the royal capital as soon as possible.
What are you saying? Feendrache would have fallen without you.
You have grown, my friends.
What is it? Does looking down at the city fill you with sentimentality?
Hmm, this isn't like you.
It seems your journey here was not in vain.
No worries. It is fate that decided old friends like us would be gathered together once again.
That alone is enough for me.
Percival. What will you do now?
I see. if there's anything I can do to help, do let me know.
Between Frost and Flame
My investigation tells me the House of Wales has resorted to forbidden arts and spies to intimidate their neighbors.
It's only a matter of time before they try to take Feendrache.
Just one crisis after another. How would you handle this?
I have a prior engagement. I'm afraid I'll be absent for a while.
Heh. Are you my chaperone?
Just joking. It's not that I don't trust you all.
For now I'd prefer to keep this as confidential as possible. Is that a problem?
Looks like the decisions' been made. Give it your all.
Are you leaving now?
I'll be departing shortly. His Highness has entrusted me with a matter of great importance.
Heh. Same to you. Take care.
By the way, shouldn't Captain and the others be with you?
I see. That's a pity.
But Percival, Captain's your--
No, never mind.
Farewell. We'll meet again.
This is something you'll have to figure out for yourself. It'd be pointless otherwise.
If what I've read is true, this will be the moment of truth...
I don't know how much weight my name carries, but this will call for the performance of a lifetime.
I'd be more worried about the punishment you're about to face than who I am.
I hate to break it to you, but you're the last one standing. Haah!
Sorry it took so long to get here.
Greetings, Lord of Frost. You didn't make this place easy to find.
The troops of Dalmore are withdrawing back to their own kingdom.
It's not nonsense. I have in my possession a signed alliance between Dalmore and Feendrache.
That's right, Lancelot, while you and the others were taking care of the Wales army.
I accepted the role of ambassador and took a letter signed by King Carl with the terms of the agreement.
Let's just say I gave the performance of a lifetime. Heh, I'll admit it wasn't easy.
Hmm... I know you're trying to pay me a compliment, Vane. But it sounds like up until this point you've thought of me as all brawn and no brains.
Heh. That was a joke. You're too gullible.
Hah Hah Hah! That's a good one, Percival.
If I could predict the future, we would have avoided this mess from the start.
No, I took what I'd learned from my investigations and constructed the worst-case scenario.
And I think we all owe you and your friends a great deal too, Captain.
Thank you, Captain. I won't forget this.
All that's left is to deal with you, Aglovale.
I've noticed your family engaging in suspicious activities in other lands as of late.
I came across interesting magic circles on my journeys, and I decided it would be best to destroy them.
Let's not get ahead of ourselves.
Hmph. If you had paid any attention to the rumors, you'd see how conspicuous your plan was.
Give up, Aglovale. It's time to admit defeat.
It's not like you to give up hope.
Unfortunately, it looks like your brother's magic has tipped the balance and started the activation process again.
No, I think it still needs mroe time. If we strike now, maybe we can--
Of course. Never forget that you're not alone.
Hmm... I don't know if it's alive or not, but it's power seems to be draining away.
Percival... may I have a word regarding your family?
Don't worry. Fortunately his life is in no danger.
The entire area caved in after you lost consciousness.
No one will ever be able to use it again.
I believe there are only a handful of people who know about the Otherworld Key and the underground secrets.
We can safely quash any leaks to the public about his plan as fearmongering rumors.
Having said that, we still don't know what the OTherworld's motives are.
Bistro Feendrache
Hi, everyone. Sorry I'm late.
Heh. Looks like nano and the crew beat me here.
Well, a stall vendor called out to me as I was walking by.
That first time wasn't a problem, but I kept getting stopped over and over, so it took a while to get through the area.
Beats me. It all added up before I knew it.
Sorry about that. Let's all take a deep breath and head to the festival.
It's awfully noisy in here.
Yes, we were. It's been a while since anyone called us by our former titles.
We understand you're set on closing this restaurant.
But isn't there anything we can do to get you to reconsider?
I'm not sure I followed the entire discussion, but it sounds like this will be entertaining at least.
heh. It's nice working as a team.
Hm... First we need to figure out where this restaurant currently stands.
Your knack for cooking is second to none, Vane.
What should I do?
Hmm... That's a bit vague.
I have a lot of experience cooking for myself while camping.
But I'm not anywhere near the same level as you, Vane...
Sure, if you wouldn't mind.
I'll try not to be a burden.
What should I help with, Vane?
Got it.
Is it alright if I borrow this knife?
Is it okay to use these vegetables?
Hm... If I remember correctly, I'm supposed to curl my fingers under to make my left hand look like a cat's paw. (But how exactly do I do that?)
No, I just thought it might be dangerous to engage in idle chatter while holding a knife.
No, it's fine. What do you say we all cut the vegetables perhaps?
I see... Then I suppose that makes it our competitor.
The higher up someone is on their pedestal, the easier it is to knock them down.
First we need to determine just how good he really is.
Why don't we procure the ingredients ourselves instead of using the ones here?
The monsters in this area are pretty tasty, you know.
Heh... they're perfectly in sync.
Did you decide on an appetizer, Percival?
What exactly is pate?
Hmm... I might have an idea. Come with me.
Here we are. I used to camp in this forest a lot back in the day.
It's a type of boar that lives in this area called a drachenboar. Its meat is absolutely delicious. I think it'll be perfect for a pate.
No need to worry.
These beasts are pretty clever. It noticed there was someone hiding downwind.
All I needed to do was predict where it would run based on the geography of the area and set a trap there beforehand.
But that wasn't enough to take it down. Time to finish it off, Percival! Captain!
Right. We'll be whipping up a dish called Mother's Pate de Campagne.
Indeed. We'll be using high-quality drachenboar meat for our appetizer.
Ready, Percival?
And here's the finished pate de campagne.
Way to go, Percival.
Then let's divide up the food and start handing out samples.
Heh... It's always a thrill to be up against the odds.
Yeah... I think it was cream of mushroom soup.
Of course. I'm sure I'll remember the recipe as I go along.
Heh... Then I guess I'll be making the next dish.
Sounds like a plan. Then I guess it's time to gather the ingredients.
The mushrooms we're looking for love forests where there's always a moderate level of humidity.
They often sprout next to trees on slopes like these a few days after it rains.
Indeed. Every species has a certain type of tree or location it prefers.
The porcinido mushrooms we're looking for are the most delicious this time of year.
Hm? There's no real reason behind it.
I've simply learned what I know from my day-to-day experiences.
I ate my fair share of poisonous mushrooms along the way, but I made it through.
Heh... I know, I know. I won't be the only person who has to deal with the consequences this time, so I'll be more careful.
Hm... Well spotted, Captain. That's a cluster of porcinido mushrooms, but they're still young.
It's a bit early to harvest them, so let's keep looking.
...! Everyone be quiet.
Look, that one just finished maturing.
Yeah. But growing up means--
It means they're able to run around like that.
Alright, Captain, percival. Let's catch that mushroom!
Aye, all good. Vane was kind enough to reteach me the basics.
Heh... Thanks.
First, remove the hard tips of the pocinido mushrooms, and cut the mushrooms into appropriate sizes.
Then heat some butter in a pot, add the mushrooms and cake flour, and saute them.
Once the powdery texture is gone, add the soup stock.
After the mixture is brought to a simmer, add some milk, cover it with a lid, and let it continue simmering on low heat.
As soon as the soup has thickened a bit, add salt and pepper to taste.
And finally sprinkle a bit of your favorite cheese on top.
Alright everyone, give it a try.
Captain, give us your honest opinion.
Really? Thanks, Captain.
I'm glad you liked it.
Of course. Have as much as you like.
Good idea. The guests really enjoyed the quiche and pate last time.
Right... We need something to revive the bistro.
No worries. I think it's great the two of you are trying to help think of ideas.
Now let's get out there and have a successful day.
We're getting more customers, but we're also seeing a lot more food left over.
While doing the dishes, we've noticed large portions of the main entrees left uneaten.
I guess having healthy appetites means they'll be easy to catch this time of year.
But that's only if we can find fishermen willing to brave the danger.
Hm.. Then let's split up and catch some.
Don't worry. I've done plenty of image training in preparation for catching demonbream today.
Yes, we are. Now all that's left is to catch them, right, nano?
Oh.. Captain! You've got a bite!
We've got your back, Captain.
Now, then demonbream. Be a good little fishy, won't you?
Thanks for handling the heavy lifting, Vane.
It's just... too delicious... Thank you... I'm overwhelmed...
Or can we? Why don't we move the bistro outside?
Heh... We can advertise outside while at the same time increasing our operation rate by using tables with a high amount of turnover.
And on top of that, we can use simple things like drinks and snacks to increase the amount purchased by each customer.
Me too. I have to say, this terrace does seem like a great place to drink.
Sounds like it's worth looking into.
That's the spirit, Lyria.
We don't know anything yet. We'll just have to trust that man and keep waiting.
Is that crystal necessary for making the sorbet?
Are you ready, Captain?
Sounds like an adductor muscle. Is the crystal's structure similar to that of a clam?
Hm... Is this how it's done?
I'm used to surviving out in the wild, so I'm pretty confident in my skill at things like prepping plants and butchering animals.
Once I get the hang of it, I think I'll be able to do it even faster.
I could get addicted to this heavy, bitter, rock-like taste.
Good eggs, huh... What qualifies as a good egg?
Hm.. I've had basilisk eggs before-- they have a wonderfully rich flavor.
What do you think of using basilisk eggs to make the flan?
I've eaten them a million times. I can attest that they're fine.
Do you see the speckled eggs over there?
Wait, Vane! Let's monitor the situation a bit longer--
While the male basilisk is out hunting, the female usually stays behind to guard the nest.
I was just about to. Sorry.
It's great you're all reflecting on our actions, but we might want to grab those eggs while we can.
Yes. It's a testament to the chef.
We're going to have to ask you to leave.
Hm? Did you say something?
Alright. Then let's track down some of that kopi leol.
Hm.. and they dont have a bad odor either.
Uh oh. It must think we're trying to invade its territory.
Hm.. It seems to have taken an interest in you, Percival.
Something wrong?
I think it wants us to follow it.
Let's try it while it's still hot.
It's rich and bitter without being acidic, and it has a certain wildness to it.
Floral tea, eh? Another refined choice.
Hm... I wonder if they turn out that color because they see so much more moonlight than other flowers.
Alright, it's harvesting time! Let's go!
I think the customers would definitely enjoy this as an after-dinner tea.
A meat dish, huh...
Nice work. Leave the rest to me.
Vegetables... By my knife, be sliced!
Heh... it was only possible because you drilled the basics into me, Vane.
Alright, Captain! Could you help me get these ingredients over to Vane?
Great. It's all yours.
Let's head to the castle library after closing time.
Gallardoza? Did you just say gallardoza, Captain?
Could I see that book for a moment?
I remember hearing about gallardozas from the late king joseph.
Yes... Gallardozas are ferocious monsters that inhabit a certain mountainous area.
According to His Majesty, there's a rare cut of meat you can obtain from gallardozas called "chateaubrilliant."
No, that's not it. They just didn't want people getting near the gallardozas since they're so dangerous.
I imagine chateaubrilliant would be a fitting choice for the meat in our new main dish.
What do you think? Are you prepared to risk your lives obtaining the chateaubrilliant?
It'll be encouraging to have you with us, Captain. Sounds like everyone's on board. Then let's make our way into gallardoza territory.
There's actually a legend about the gallardozas.
Long ago, dragons once settled in these mountains.
But one day a pack of gallardozas appeared and challenged the head dragon to battle.
Despite suffering countless wounds, the leader of the gallardozas managed to take down the head dragon.
It's said that the gallardozas that roam here are descendants of the one that once defeated the dragon.
Look... there are horn-sharpening marks on this rock, as well as droppings in the area.
In other words, we're in gallardoza territory now.
Few ordinary people have ever dared to venture here.
Indeed. Judging from its enormous size, it appears to be a male gallardoza.
It has the composed air of a creature that has fought countless battles and emerged victorious.
Heh... let's show that thing it's not the only creature in the skies capable of taking down dragons.
Alright, we'll spread out and surround it on my signal.
Let's move out, everyone! Follow me!
Monster, by my blade, be severed! Schwarzen Fangen!
Looks like the battle is decided.
With meat, you only want to cook it for a moment.
In other words, things are going well.
The meat has been properly cooled and sliced, and I've trimmed the excess fat and sinew.
Hey! Who's there?
What were you doing in there?
What the! Oh no!
I'm alright, but I can't say the same for the flan.
I have an idea.
Vane, prepare the sorbet for now!
There must be one around here somewhere...
This is a fresh centiwatcher.
First, you remove the venom sac...
Next, strain the fluids to remove the impurities. Once that's done, add milk, eggs, and sugar...
This is our rich, creamy Centiwatcher flan.
As long as you correctly remove the venom sac, centiwatcher fluid is safe to ingest.
The richness of the fluid is certain to hook you with a single bite.
Here. Why don't you try it and decide for yourself?
Thank you.
(I've always thought centiwatchers tasted rich and delicious, just like flan.)
(And now I've finally determined that my long-held theory was correct. I feel so refreshed.)
(Yeah... I was pretty confident it would be a success though. Should I not have done that?)
Indeed. What a crazy experience that was.
I have to say, it was really great joining forces with you three again.
Heh... thanks.
Heh. I'm glad I had a positive influence.
Intro Fate Episode
(Captain) and the crew hear tales of a disturbing presence described as a dark shadow that has thrown a village into an uproar.
On a mission from the Knickknack Shack to search for the shadow, they arrive at the village.
Vyrn: So what can you tell us about this black shadow?
Mayor: Well, a few days ago, a suspicious swordsman with a great sword showed up in the forest outside the village.
Mayor: A young woman from the village vanished in the forest around the same time.
Mayor: To make matters worse, something is messing with the crops in our fields every night, so all the villagers are terrified.
Lyria: That's horrible... We'd better put them at ease!
Vyrn: Yeah! No black shadow's gonna stop us!
Thus the crew heads to the dark forest where the black shadow is said to appear.
Vyrn: Yikes... This place is creepy.
Lyria: Yeah... Vyrn and (Captain), please stay close to me!
(Captain) and the crew suddenly hear something stirring nearby.
Vyrn: Look! I think there's someone with a great sword in the shadow of that tree.
Lyria: You think that's the black shadow? Whoever it is just went into that cave!
Vyrn: All right... Let's follow, but try not to get spotted, (Captain)!
(Captain) and the crew follow the black shadow into the cave.
They soon reach an empty space inside the cave.
But watching the shadow as secretly as possible proves difficult.
Lyria: It's too dark to really see much.
A woman suddenly cries out from near the black shadow.
(Captain) and the crew dash in to help.
Vyrn: Hey! What do you think you're doing?
???: I'll ask you instead. You've been tailing me for a while, so what do you think you're doing?
Lyria: Huh? Is that... Siegfried?
Siegfried: Is it you guys? The crew from before?
Vyrn: Whoa! You were the black shadow all along, Siegfried?
Siegfried: Hey, keep your voice down...
Village Girl: Save me! I've been kidnapped!
Lyria: Please calm down! What's going on here?
Siegfried: Hey! Didn't I tell you to be quiet? It'll hear you!
Monster: Grrr!
Lyria: Eek!
Siegfried: Hyaaa!
Siegfried cuts the monster in two with a single rapid slash.
Siegfried: You're not hurt, are you, Lyria?
Lyria: No, I'm fine. Thank you, Siegfried!
Vyrn: So there was a monster hiding around here? What's this all about?
Siegfried: For the past few days, I've been pursuing this monster, which has a price on its head.
Vyrn: I see... So what about the girl?
Siegfried: When I finally located the monster's lair, I found the girl it kidnapped collapsed here.
Village Girl: Thank you so much for saving me!
Vyrn: So this monster is the one that's been devastating the crops?
Siegfried: Indeed. I realize that all my lurking about made the villagers feel uneasy...
Siegfried: But I didn't want to turn up without proof and end up getting wrongly accused again.
Lyria: And with all that, you ended up saving me again.
Vyrn: All right! Let's go back to the village and tell them what happened!
With the return of the girl to the village, the case closes on the black shadow.
(Captain) and the crew remember Siegfried from an incident in another nation.
Siegfried and the crew joined forces to expose wrongdoing that plagued that nation, but they didn't see each other after that.
To celebrate this reunion, they go to a village tavern to catch up.
Vyrn: So why are you only hunting monsters that have a big bounty on their heads?
Siegfried: Ah, that's a personal matter...
Lyria: What's wrong? If you're having money problems, we might be able to scrape some together for you!
Siegfried: Don't be silly! Children shouldn't say such things.
Lyria: Sorry...
Siegfried: But I appreciate the sentiment. Rest assured that I'm not trying to hide anything shameful from you.
Siegfried: I have a good reason for hunting monsters with bounties on their heads.
Siegfried: It's to send contributions to assist with the revival of my homeland, Feendrache.
Lyria: I see... That would definitely require money.
Siegfried: Even though I'm away from my country, I still want to help out with its revival in any way I can.
Vyrn: That's our Siegfried! You continue to consider the needs of your country like a truly noble knight!
Siegfried: It's really the least I can do to make amends to my country.
Siegfried: But there's actually something I'd much rather give to my country than money.
Lyria: What do you mean?
Siegfried: Well, during my travels I heard rumors of mystical mollusks said to cleanse all blight.
Vyrn: Mollusks? Why would you bother looking for something like that?
Siegfried: I think I can use them to quickly cleanse the parts of my country that are still polluted.
Siegfried: But I still have no clue where the shells can be found.
Lyria: Then why don't you let us help you find them?
Siegfried: That's most kind of you, but aren't you trying to reach the Island of the Astrals?
Siegfried: Are you really willing to take a detour? Or have you given up already?
Oh, lighten up already, Siegfried!
We'll give up the dream...
Choose: Oh, lighten up already, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Excuse me?
Lyria: Hm... You can get way too serious sometimes, but you're still a great person, I think!
Siegfried: Urgh...
Vyrn: Hey, Lyria. You're not exactly helping here...
You're serious, but in a cool way!
We're just kidding! Let's find those shells!
Choose: You're serious, but in a cool way!
Siegfried: Hold on. Are you making fun of me?
Vyrn: Ah! But you look pretty happy regardless!
Siegfried: I'm not especially thrilled. I don't really concern myself with what others think of me.
Lyria: But you really are cool, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Give it a rest. Just tell me what's going on with the Island of the Astrals.
Lyria: Well, we haven't actually found any more clues about the island yet.
Vyrn: Yeah! I mean, if we knew where to go, we wouldn't be running into you on a random mission from the Knickknack Shack!
Siegfried: You know, I'm starting to wonder if you guys are really going to be okay.
Lyria: Really? Then that's one more reason for you to come with us!
Vyrn: Yeah! You're the Dragonslayer after all! So what do you say? Will you join our crew in return for us helping you find those mollusks?
Siegfried: What have I gotten myself into...
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Choose: We're just kidding! Let's find those shells!
Siegfried: Enough with the jokes already. Just tell me what you plan to do about your journey.
Vyrn: We haven't even decided where to go next, so don't worry about it!
Lyria: Yeah! And your strength will help us no matter what happens anyway!
Vyrn: So why don't you join our crew in return for us helping you find those mollusks?
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Choose: We'll give up the dream...
Vyrn: Hey, (Captain)! You can't be serious! You're joking, right?
Siegfried: ...
Lyria: Wait! I'm sure (Captain) has more to say.
Vyrn: Hey, just tell us you're joking! C'mon, (Captain)!
We can't just bail on Siegfried!
...
Choose: We can't just bail on Siegfried!
Vyrn: Oh... So he's that important to you, huh, (Captain)?
Lyria: You've been wanting to help Feendrache ever since that incident, right, (Captain)?
Siegfried: I see... But even so, you'll never give up on reaching the Island of the Astrals then.
Siegfried: You know, neither of us has much of a way with words.
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Choose: ...
Siegfried: What's wrong? I can't read your mind, you know.
Vyrn: That's right. You gotta speak up. Right, Lyria?
Lyria: It's just a hunch... but I think I know how (Captain) feels.
Lyria gazes into (Captain)'s eyes for a moment and then begins to speak softly.
Lyria: I think (Captain) wants to say that finding the Island of the Astrals isn't worth it...
Lyria: If it means abandoning someone who's in trouble right before your eyes.
(Captain) nods in agreement.
Siegfried: I see... So that's your answer then.
Siegfried: You know, neither of us has much of a way with words.
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With a gravely serious expression on his face, Siegfried stares into (Captain)'s eyes.
He senses something deep within those eyes, and he slowly opens his mouth with apparent resolve.
Siegfried: Understood. You've certainly made yourselves clear.
Siegfried: Perhaps it was fate for us to be reunited like this.
Siegfried: (Captain), I would like for you and your friends to help me out with both my search and the revival of Feendrache.
Vyrn: You got it! Those mollusks will be easier to find with all of us looking!
Lyria: That's right! Siero might know something!
Vyrn: Besides, Siegfried will probably end up framed again if we don't look after him!
Siegfried: Indeed. That's not the least bit funny, but there's probably some truth to it.
Siegfried: You'll help me if it ever happens again, right, Lyria?
Lyria: Yeah! I owe you one after all!
Siegfried: I appreciate that. Well, it seems that my life is in your hands for the time being, everyone.
Thus the lone swordsman Siegfried joins the crew on their journey.
And with an unwavering faith, he is determined to discover what he yearns to find.
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One day the crew gets information from Sierokarte about the mollusks said to cleanse all blight.
To find out if it's true, (Captain) sets a course for Bloodshell Village.
Siegfried: I'm sorry... Once again I've caused us to take a detour on our journey.
Vyrn: Don't be silly! We promised you that we'd check out any rumors we got about those mollusks!
Lyria: Exactly! Besides, you help us all the time.
Lyria: Let us help you for once! Right, (Captain)?
Siegfried: Thank you... It relieves me to hear that.
Vyrn: Don't sweat it! Hopefully we'll find what you're looking for this time!
Siegfried: Indeed... Looking back, this mission has caused enough trouble for you guys already.
Vyrn: Look, Siegfried! I think that's the island!
The crew reaches Bloodshell Village and promptly visits the village elder's house.
Siegfried: So we heard there's a type of mollusk near this village that can cleanse all blight...
Elder: You're right... There are indeed venomolls to be found nearby.
Siegfried: Venomolls, huh? Could you tell me more about them?
Elder: They're just as you've heard: peculiar mollusks that favor a diet of poison.
Elder: The water around our wasteland here was once cleansed of pollution by those miraculous creatures.
Elder: However... their population has decreased a lot since then, and finding them won't be easy.
Siegfried: I see. But why'd the population drop so dramatically?
Elder: Something began dwelling in the lake, disrupting the ecosystem out there.
Elder: Because of this, the water in this area is undrinkable and we're forced to get water from a distant water source...
Vyrn: Oh... I'm sorry to hear that.
Siegfried: But what exactly lives in the lake? Can't anything be done about it?
Elder: We'd love to do something, but no one can step foot in the forest surrounding where the venomolls live.
Lyria: Why not? What happens if you enter?
Elder: ...
Vyrn: Come on... Can't you tell us? We really need those things!
Siegfried: Wait... He must have his reasons.
Elder: You aren't the only ones to come here asking about the venomoll rumors...
Elder: But no one who enters the forest in search of them has ever returned.
Siegfried: What do you mean?
Elder: Exactly what I said. Whatever lies in that lake will eat anyone who ventures there.
Elder: I hope you understand now... Don't throw your lives away so easily.
Just then, a villager dashes into in the room.
Villager: Elder! Monsters suddenly appeared around the village! There's a whole group of them out there!
Elder: What? Hm... They're back again. Quick! Gather any man who can fight!
Siegfried: Hold on. Just leave this to me.
Lyria: Ah! Siegfried!
Vyrn: All right! Sound's like we're up too, (Captain)!
Purifying Shell: Scene 2
To get the mollusks, (Captain) and the crew must defeat the deity Odoro living near the lake. Siegfried is determined to go after it for the sake of the village and his homeland.
(Captain) and the crew wipe out the monsters that appeared around the village.
They gather before the elder once again.
Elder: Incredible! You defeated the monsters so quickly.
Vyrn: Heh-heh! How do you like that?
Elder: Perhaps you can beat Odoro... No. I'm getting ahead of myself.
Lyria: What is this Odoro? Can you tell us?
Siegfried: There's a country I want to save with the help of venomolls.
Siegfried: So please tell us. There might be something we can do.
Elder: Hm... Well, if you insist.
Though reluctant, the elder quietly begins to speak of Odoro.
Elder: Odoro is a creature so horrific we fear to even speak its name.
Elder: It has claimed the venomolls' lake as its territory and rules as the area deity.
Elder: Ever since Odoro appeared, monsters began inhabiting this region.
Siegfried: Just what kind of monster is this Odoro?
Elder: I know not... No one has returned to tell the tale.
Elder: The previous elder, who also knew of Odoro, left us with a parting message warning us not to go near the northern lake.
Vyrn: Whoa... This Odoro sounds like really bad news!
Lyria: Yes... I don't sense a presence right now, but it could very well be a primal beast.
Siegfried: All right... If we defeat this Odoro, will you let us have some venomolls?
Elder: Humph... Certainly. If you have the power to defeat Odoro, that is.
Vyrn: Yikes... This might be a tough job even for you, the Dragonslayer.
Siegfried: Maybe you're right. But I must go even if I don't stand a chance.
Lyria: Siegfried...
Elder: Is there nothing I can say to dissuade you?
Siegfried: I'm afraid not. I going to put an end to this.
Siegfried: You said the northern lake, right? (Captain), what will you guys do?
I'm ready!
I'm shaking...
Choose: I'm ready!
Siegfried: Humph! I knew you'd say that.
Siegfried: I'm counting on you, (Captain).
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Choose: I'm shaking...
Siegfried: Ha-ha! You're trembling with excitement! It's a sign that you're ready to fight.
Siegfried: Don't worry. Once the battle begins, your bravery will steady your hand.
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Siegfried: All right... It's time to go!
Purifying Shell: Scene 3
Siegfried, (Captain), and the crew head for the northern lake, debating along the way what sort of creature they will face. The moment they reach the lake, a roar echoes through the air.
Siegfried, (Captain), and the crew advance through the deep forest toward the area of the northern lake.
Siegfried: Our destination should be just ahead. Keep your wits about you.
Vyrn: R-roger that! But what exactly could Odoro be?
Lyria: It's scary that no one knows what it is...
Siegfried: How about it, Lyria? Do you sense any power nearby?
Lyria: No, I don't sense any primal power, or even primal beasts.
Vyrn: What if it happens to be sleeping right now and then suddenly wakes up? Is that possible?
Siegfried: Heh... Well, we'll have an especially grumpy monster on our hands if it is.
Vyrn: Yikes... I sure hope not.
Siegfried: Don't let your guard down. Judging from what the villagers say, it must possess great power.
Just when they reach the northern lake, there's a deafening roar.
Vyrn: Whoa! Is that thing Odoro?
Lyria: No way... Is that really its true form?
Siegfried: Well, whatever it is, it's the ruler of this lake... Don't hold back! To arms, (Captain)!
Purifying Shell: Scene 4
Upon presenting the venomolls to King Carl, Siegfried is invited by the monarch to return to Feendrache. But he chooses to continue journeying with the crew, hoping to repay his debt to (Captain).
After defeating Odoro, Siegfried, (Captain), and the crew leave Bloodshell Village and its grateful residents behind.
They head directly to Feendrache with a cargo of venomolls curled up in their purifying shells.
King Carl: Siegfried! (Captain)! I'm truly glad to see your faces once again.
King Carl: Now, Siegfried. What is it you've come to discuss?
Siegfried: Your Majesty...
Siegfried tells King Carl about his journey to find mollusks rumored to cleanse all blight.
Siegfried: And here they are... The famed venomolls.
Siegfried: If we release these into the river, they'll feed on the pollutants and cleanse the water.
King Carl: What? Is this true?
King Carl: Siegfried! (Captain)! You've done this kingdom a great service.
Vyrn: You know, Siegfried never stopped thinking of the kingdom even while journeying with us!
King Carl: Siegfried. There are none more loyal than you.
King Carl: What do you say? Will you return to serve me again?
Siegfried: ...
Lyria: (Captain)... is Siegfried really going to return to his king?
That might be for the best...
I wanted him to stick with us longer...
Choose: That might be for the best...
Siegfried: Humph! So you think my place is at the royal capital?
Siegfried: I appreciate your thoughtfulness... but my heart is surely set.
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Choose: I wanted him to stick with us longer...
Siegfried: Humph! So you think my place is with your crew?
Siegfried: I appreciate your thoughtfulness... and my heart is surely set.
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Siegfried: Your Majesty, your words do me more honor than I deserve.
Siegfried: I would happily accept your gracious offer, but I have an obligation to repay (Captain) for helping me on my travels.
Siegfried: As such, I'd like to help this crew see their journey to its end.
Siegfried: Could you find it in your heart to allow me this role?
King Carl thinks silently for a moment before responding.
King Carl: Very well... I would expect nothing less of you.
King Carl: I am truly proud that you have become such an honorable knight.
Siegfried: Thank you. Once the journey is over, I swear to return to Feendrache.
Lyria: I'm so happy! To think we can continue our journey with Siegfried...
King Carl: Well, it seems you've been blessed with great comrades. It won't be long before the Dragonslayer's name is again respected throughout the skies!
Vyrn: Ha-ha! Dragonslayer, huh?
Vyrn: Sorry to break it to ya, but he's got himself a new nickname now!
Lyria: Let's see... What was it again?
Vyrn: You know! Remember what the villagers were calling him after we defeated Odoro?
Lyria: Oh! It was Bearslayer! Siegfried the Bearslayer!
King Carl: B-Bearslayer?
Siegfried: Yes. You see, this Odoro beast was a vicious bear and the area deity.
Siegfried: I was therefore honored with the new title of Bearslayer.
King Carl: Oh... I see...
Siegfried: So I'm not yet sure which name will be known throughout the sky...
Siegfried: But which name do you think sounds better, Your Majesty?
Siegfried decides to continue journeying with the crew no matter where their adventure leads them.
But whether he'll be known as the Dragonslayer, Bearslayer, or something else entirely, is yet to be determined.
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A village burns wildly, enveloped in scarlet flames.
Siegfried: ...
Village Man: Agh...
Siegfried: ...
Village Woman: Nghh...
The flames roar brightly, illuminating Siegfried's solemn face.
Siegfried: ...
He stands there in blood-soaked armor, grim and vacant.
Fearful Villager: (It's him!)
A villager watches from the shadows as the swordsman disappears into the forest.
One day, the Order of the White Dragons receives word that a remote village has been destroyed, with a witness identifying Siegfried as the culprit.
Lancelot and Vane listen as the villager recounts his story.
Fearful Villager: I saw him... I watched him flee after he slaughtered everyone.
Fearful Villager: And with that armor and giant sword, it just had to be Siegfried!
A wave of unease washes over the room.
Lancelot: I have no reason to believe that you are lying.
Lancelot: With that said, could you be mistaken about what you saw?
Vane: Hey now, everybody! It's about time you get back to your posts!
Vane senses the alarm amongst the knights and quickly dismisses them.
Fearful Villager: I'm sure I saw him! You must believe me!
Lancelot: ...
Vane: I'm sure you were pretty shaken up. Maybe you saw a bear or something instead.
Fearful Villager: There's no mistake! I know it was him!
Vane: Yeah, but come on! He's got no reason to do something like that. Right?
Lancelot: (Vane! Mind your tongue.)
Vane: (You think we should believe this ridiculous story?)
Lancelot: (I know how you feel, but we can't simply dismiss it either.)
Vane: (Fine, fine. I hear ya.)
Fearful Villager: No... You're wrong. Because he wasn't even human. He was a monster.
The room grows tense with fear and urgency at the villager's new claim.
Lancelot: Very well. We shall be the ones handling this matter for now.
Lancelot: We have your story. You may take your leave.
Fearful Villager: Siegfried... He's a monster. You can't reason with beasts.
The villager mutters on about Siegfried, as if crazed by the memory of his cold gaze.
The villager shuffles out of the room just as (Captain) and company enter. They hurry toward the two knights.
Vyrn: Hey you guys! Take a look at this!
Vyrn shows them a handwritten note from Siegfried.
The note is short, saying that he'll be leaving the airship for a while.
Lyria: Siegfried's disappeared!
Lancelot: I see... So he wasn't with (Captain)'s crew at the time.
Vane: Aw man... I guess resolving this isn't going to easy.
Lyria: Hmm? What are you talking about?
Vane: That, uh... Hey, you guys have perfect timing!
Vane: As in, you and the gang can help us find Siegfried!
Lancelot: Uh, yes. Good thinking.
Vyrn: Huh? He isn't here?
Vane: That's right, Vyrn! So let's put our heads together and look for him!
Vyrn: Wait a sec... You don't know where he is either?
Lyria: Um...
Vane: And now that we're all here, it's time for action! Come on, Lancey! Let's go!
Lancelot: Fine. I'll explain everything on the way.
The crew, joined by Lancelot and Vane, learns of the incident at the village and Siegfried's possible involvement.
Vyrn: Good grief... Siegfried's gotten himself in deep this time!
Lancelot: Well, we can't be sure of that yet.
Lyria: Maybe. But I'm getting worried about him.
Vane: It'll be fine. After all, this isn't the first time he's disappeared on us!
Lancelot: You've got a point. Surely he's off trying to handle something all on his own.
Vyrn: So? Where are we off to now?
Lancelot: For now, I think we should look into that village where the incident took place.
Lyria: Got it! We'll search high and low! Right, (Captain)?
Vane: Great! I'm counting on you!
Vane: But be careful, (Captain). Because we've got some monsters up ahead!
Demon Dark: Scene 2
The crew arrives at the remote village to a gruesome scene. The damage seems to be incapable of anything a human could carry out, but Lancelot finds a strip of cloth appearing to be Siegfried's. Suddenly, a horde of zombies appear, forcing the crew to fight their way through.
(Captain) and company visit the remote village in search of leads on the incident, as well as Siegfried's whereabouts.
But when they arrive, they stand frozen in silence, gazing upon the gruesome sight before them.
Vane: No way...
Lyria: Just... how could this have happened?
Vane: Look, how about you guys go take a little break over there?
Lancelot: Right... We should've thought a bit longer before leading you here.
Vyrn: But you couldn't have known what was here. Don't worry about it!
Lyria: And when I see something like this, I just have to do something.
(Captain) nods, agreeing with Lyria.
Vane: I see. It seems (Captain) leads a pretty strong crew.
Vane: I guess I was overthinking the situation a bit. Sorry...
Vane scratches his head and smiles awkwardly at (Captain) and company.
Lancelot: Look around. This doesn't seem like something a human could do.
Vane: Yeah. Just what could've done all this damage?
Lancelot: Hm?
Lancelot sees a strip of cloth caught on a piece of collapsed roof.
Lancelot: (No doubt about it... This is Siegfried's...)
Vane: What's up, Lancey? Did you find a clue?
Lancelot: N-no, it's nothing!
Lancelot quickly slips the cloth into his pocket.
Lancelot: (No, it can't be... We need more proof.)
Zombie: Grrr!
Lancelot: !
Vane: Look out!
Zombie: Grrr...
A zombie closes in on Lancelot, but Vane slices right through it.
Lancelot: Thanks...
Vane: Heh heh! No problem!
Vane: Is it just me or are more and more of them coming out of nowhere?
Lyria: Yeah, it's like they're gathering here!
Vyrn: Woah... If we don't do something, we'll be surrounded!
Lancelot: Don't worry. I can fight off this many on my own.
Lancelot: Vane and (Captain), follow me and I'll spearhead our way through!
Vane: Great! We're right behind ya!
Lancelot: Good... Now let's go!
Demon Dark: Scene 3
Black smoke rises high into the sky, and the crew decides to find the source. They are shocked to discover a burning village and a sinister Siegfried, slashing villagers one by one. Lancelot is shaken, but determined, to lead the crew in a fight to stop this friend-turned-foe.
The crew fights through the zombies and find a safe place to rest.
Lancelot: There doesn't seem to be any more around. We should be safe here.
Lancelot: Good job, everyone!
Vyrn: Whew! I was sweating scales back there!
Vane: Well, we ran pretty far. I doubt they'll chase us all the way out here.
Lyria: Um... Vane?
Vane: Huh? What's wrong, Lyria?
Lyria: It's just, I think you can put me down now...
Vane: Oops! You're so light I didn't even notice!
Vane bends down as Lyria, a bit embarrassed, hops off of his back.
The crew settles for a spell when they notice black smoke rising into the sky.
Vyrn: Hey, Lancelot. What's that smoke?
Lancelot: Hmm? Smoke? Oh, I see... It's rising pretty high.
Vane: And look... It's like the sky is glowing.
Suspicious of this strange spectacle, the two suggest to (Captain) and company that they should all go check it out.
The crew agrees and they head toward the source of the smoke.
What they find is a village, engulfed in crimson flames.
There amongst the dancing flames walks a swordsman, slaying villagers one by one.
???: ...
???:
Villager: Guggh...
Villager:
His figure, bathed in their blood, shines brightly in the blaze.
Siegfried: ...
Lancelot: Huh?
Lancelot: Siegfried?
Siegfried: Lancelot?
Lancelot: Why? Answer me, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Disappear.
Without word or warning, Siegfried lunges at Lancelot.
Siegfried: Haaaah!
Lancelot: Nghh...
Lancelot dodges his strike by a hair.
Vane: Hohhh!
Siegfried: Humph.
Vane jumps in and attacks Siegfried, who easily evades him.
Lancelot: Vane! Thanks for the save!
Vane: Oy, Lancelot! Siegfried looks like he's not playing around!
Lancelot: It would seem so.
Vane: I dunno if he's being controlled or what, but let's figure it out later!
Vane: If we hesitate now, we're done for!
Lancelot: Yeah... I'm ready!
Vyrn: Whoa whoa! What's going on here?
Lyria: I don't know but he looks serious.
Lancelot: (Captain)! It's just as it looks... He's coming for us.
Vane: We can't win this unless we go in at full force!
Lancelot: So let's work together and bind his attacks!
Lancelot: (What's happened to you, Siegfried?)
Siegfried: Humph...
Lancelot: Hah... Take this!
Demon Dark: Scene 4
In the heat of the battle, Siegfried's blade swings down on Lancelot for a fatal blow, but suddenly, another Siegfried appears and blocks the attack. Before they can settle the fight, a man named Hagen appears and orders the hostile Siegfried to stand down. The two disappear, leaving the crew with the other Siegfried to lead them in the chase for Hagen.
The crew continues to defend itself against Siegfried's assault.
Lancelot: Siegfried... Why?
Siegfried: ...
Lancelot: Answer me! I was... I...
Lancelot is shaken, and in that instant, a giant sword swings toward him.
In his moment of weakness, Lancelot exposes himself to a sure, direct hit from Siegfried.
But suddenly a black shadow appears, swinging a massive sword to parry the attack.
Siegfried: What's wrong with you, Lancelot?
Siegfried: You've gotten slow. What happened to all your drive in Howling Valley?
Lancelot: Siegfried?
Siegfried: Once you see me stray from the path, regardless of who I was, you must strike me down.
Vane: What's going on here! Two Siegfrieds!
Siegfried: Vane, I'll explain later. First, we need to get the other me out of our way.
With Lancelot saved and Siegfried's calming words, relief falls over the group.
Siegfried: Found you.
Siegfried (?): Die.
???: Stand down!
A man suddenly appears, and with his short command, the other Siegfried calmly obeys.
???: Tch... I thought you could wipe out those skyfarers.
Siegfried: Hagen.
Lancelot: Who are you, you filth!
Hagen: Humph... We shall retreat for now.
Siegfried (?): As you wish.
Siegfried: Wait! Hagen!
Hagen: Don't worry. I'll leave you with a few friends to play with.
And in a flash, a swarm of zombies appear.
Lancelot: Ugh. That's more than just a few. A lot more.
Siegfried: Nothing to it. We'll pierce our way through!
Lancelot: S-sir!
Vane: Roger that! And y-you're the real Siegfried... right?
Siegfried: Yes. Trust me. I'll tell you everything after we escape!
Siegfried: Now let's go! Follow me!
With Siegfried leading the charge, the crew slashes and scatters the undead as they chase after Hagen.
Two Siegfrieds have appeared before the crew. With doubts in their minds, they choose to follow their hearts and believe in the man now guiding them forward.
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(Captain) and company, now reunited with Siegfried, are in search of a man named Hagen.
Siegfried quietly begins his story, revealing why he left and how he'd found himself here.
Siegfried: It began several days ago, you see...
Several days earlier, Siegfried receives a startling letter.
???: I've placed a fatal curse on this land, and it shall fall first on that beloved village of yours.
???: If you don't move quickly, the people you once rescued will find themselves in hell once again.
???: I'll be waiting where the view is splendid. Come alone, and tell no one.
???: Tell me, Siegfried. Will you settle this just as you did then?
Siegfried: It can't be...
After reading the letter, Siegfried quickly leaves on his own.
Siegfried: Let me make it in time...
Monster: Gwaaa!
Siegfried: Out of the way!
Monster: Gwaaa...
Beasts begin to close in on Siegfried, intent on devouring him.
Siegfried: You caught me in a bad mood. There's no holding back now!
Facing the Demons: Scene 2
While rushing through the forest, Siegfried hears a woman's scream. He follows the sound to find a village in ruins. Having come too late, he chooses to give peace to the suffering villagers, who've now turned into undead shadows. He silently raises his blade to finish off the bizarre beings gathering before him.
Several days earlier, Siegfried receives an ominous letter from Hagen and runs off alone to seek him out.
While rushing through the forest, he hears a woman scream.
Siegfried: Over there.
Following the sound, Siegfried finds himself in a village.
But the abysmal scene before him reveals that it's already too late.
Siegfried: I didn't make it...
Village Woman: Save me... Please...
A woman pleads to him for help.
Village Man: Gurghgh...
A man approaches the injured woman from behind, but there is something bizarre about his appearance.
Siegfried: ...
Siegfried: I may be too late, but at least I can end this quickly.
Village Man: Agh...
Siegfried slices through him in one broad sweep.
Siegfried: Miss, it's safe now. Are you hurt?
Siegfried turns back toward the woman...
... but her face is more ashen than before, and she begins to groan just as the man did.
Village Woman: Grrr...
Siegfried: ...
Siegfried: May you rest in peace.
Village Woman: Nghh...
Siegfried: ...
Drawn by the voices, strange figures begin to gather from all around.
Siegfried silently raises his blade and dashes head-on into the throng of shadows.
Facing the Demons: Scene 3
Siegfried reveals that Hagen is a necromancer, and that a similar incident had happened in the past. Siegfried regrets his carelessness in letting Hagen escape long ago, so Lancelot and Vane, along with (Captain) and company offer to help him get Hagen this time. With a new resolve, they head for the hill where Hagen awaits.
Moving through the forest, (Captain) and company, along with Siegfried, chase after Hagen.
A sense of unspoken urgency can be felt in the air.
Siegfried: As I was tracking down Hagen, I noticed the smoke rising through the air.
Siegfried: And then I found you.
Lancelot: I see. So that's how it is.
Lancelot: And just who is this Hagen guy anyway?
Siegfried: Hagen uses supernatural powers to control the dead. He's a necromancer.
Siegfried: I've no doubt. That monster was a zombie in my armor.
Vane: Woah! That thing was a zombie!
Vane: But, he seemed to recognize Lancey...
Siegfried: Perhaps, he's gotten ahold of something of mine and used sorcery to bind the two.
Siegfried: In fact, something similar happened in the past.
Siegfried: I'd chased him down, and I'd almost had him. But I let him escape.
Siegfried: All of this is due to my carelessness.
(Captain) and company could see the regret in his face.
Lancelot: Siegfried... Let's get Hagen this time.
Vane: Yeah! We'll do whatever we can!
Siegfried: I suppose you're right.
Siegfried: Just grumbling about it won't do us any good.
Siegfried: I'm much obliged to the both of you.
Vyrn: Heh heh! We'll give you a hand too!
Lyria: Yep! We can do it if we work together!
Having learned of the circumstances befallen Siegfried, the crew is eager to bring down Hagen.
(Captain) and company exit the forest and reach a church on a hill.
There, with a full view of the royal capital below, Hagen and his zombified warrior lie in wait.
Hagen: Finally... Finally! The time has come!
Zombie Knight: ...
Siegfried: Hagen. What is it you're after?
Hagen: Ah? What am I after? You know well enough.
Hagen: I'm here to ruin you and this land!
Hagen's spell causes countless zombies to spill out of the graves in the churchyard.
Siegfried: Enough. I'll not have you disgrace the dead any longer!
Hagen: Oh? Then try and stop me, Siegfried! For I am Hagen!
Siegfried: Don't think this will turn out like last time. I've brought friends with me.
Hagen: Bah... Now go! Destroy them all!
Zombie: Gurghgh...
Zombie: Brruergh...
Zombie Knight: As you wish.
With a sinister and deadly gaze, the swordsman moves toward the crew.
Siegfried: Lancelot, Vane, (Captain)! You handle the zombies over there!
Lancelot: Roger! Let's go, Vane!
Vane: Gotcha, Lancey! Lyria, you stay right behind me!
Lyria: Thanks! But, I'm gonna fight!
Vyrn: All right! You ready, (Captain)?
Siegfried: Leave Hagen and the swordsman to me. Now let's go!
Facing the Demons: Scene 4
Siegfried slays the zombie swordsman in one stroke. Hagen escapes into the church and finds a mother and child. Taking them hostage, he uses the opportunity to deal Siegfried a fatal blow. But Siegfried strikes back with a hidden blade, destroying Hagen. Despite his mortal wound, Siegfried heals quickly and grimly confesses that he may no longer be human. However, this is accepted and encouraged by his comrades, giving him strength for the journey ahead.
(Captain) and company drive back the mob of zombies.
Meanwhile, Siegfried battles against the zombie knight.
Siegfried: Haaah!
Zombie Knight: Nghh!
With incredible force, Siegfried slashes the abomination in two.
Zombie Knight: Agh... Nghh!
Hagen: It can't be! My greatest creation in only one stroke!
Siegfried: In the end, it was a wooden puppet in my likeness.
Siegfried: You could never defeat me with just that.
Lancelot: Excellent! Siegfried's got him!
Vane: Yeah! Leave it to Siegfried!
Hagen: Curses! You pests!
Hagen: Curses! Curses! Curses!
Seeing that he's been cornered, Hagen escapes into the church.
Siegfried: The end draws near. Prepare yourself, Hagen.
Just then, Hagen sees a mother and child trembling in the shadows of the church.
Hagen: Ha ha! The heavens haven't given up on me just yet!
Mother: Help us... Please...
Child: Mama...
Hagen: Don't move or I'll end their lives!
Siegfried: Humph...
Hagen: Oy! Did you hear me? Throw down your sword!
Siegfried: All right.
Siegfried reluctantly obeys, tossing away his blade.
Siegfried: I did as you asked. Now let them go free.
Hagen: I'm not done! And don't let your friends come near!
Siegfried: Stay back, everyone.
Lancelot: Siegfried!
Vane: But we can't!
Siegfried: Please... just do as I say.
Lancelot: Understood.
(Captain) and company decide to follow Siegfried's instructions.
But in that moment, his attention strays...
Siegfried: Nghh... Agh!
And Hagen's blade pierces through him.
Lancelot: You fool! Enough!
Siegfried: Don't move, Lancelot!
Lancelot: ...
Vane: There's no way we'll just stand here and watch!
Siegfried: Please... I'll be all right.
Hagen: What was that? You'll be all right, you say?
Hagen: I've pierced a vital point! You won't be moving much longer.
Siegfried: ...
Hagen: And with your body, I will no doubt create the ultimate pawn.
Hagen moves over to Siegfried's side.
The necromancer begins casting his sorcery on Siegfried.
Hagen: Ah... Huh?
But suddenly, deep crimson blood begins to spurt from Hagen's neck.
Siegfried has slit his throat with a blade hidden in his sleeve.
Siegfried: Are you hurt? Agh!
Splattered in Hagen's blood, Siegfried struggles to crawl closer to the two captives.
Mother: I... I... I'm sorry!
Hagen: Frightened, the mother hurries away with her child in tow.
Hagen: It would seem... you've always been a monster.
With a weak smile, Hagen speaks between shallow breaths as the zombies begin to disappear.
The crew rushes over to Siegfried.
Lancelot: Siegfried... No...
Siegfried: Nghh... Agh!
Vane: Wait, Siegfried! If you take out the sword, you'll spew blood everywhere!
Siegfried: Nghh... Gah...
Siegfried: Hehe. I guess I really overdid it this time.
Lancelot: Siegfried! You must remain conscious!
Siegfried: Sorry, Lancelot. Let me sleep... for just a while.
Lancelot: Siegfried! Siegfried!
Siegfried closes his eyes in relief, but the voices calling his name won't reach.
Hagen's scheme is thwarted thanks to Siegfried and the crew.
The face-off on the hill as well as Siegfried's victory halt the wave of undead creatures from spreading throughout the land.
Several days pass.
Siegfried lies in a room within the castle's infirmary, surrounded by friends.
Lancelot: ...
Vane: ...
Vyrn: ...
Lyria: ...
Siegfried: Agh... Nghh...
Lancelot: Siegfried!
Siegfried: Lancelot? Where am I...
Lancelot: You've been sleeping this whole time!
Lancelot: But I'm sure relieved, Siegfried.
Vane: I had to carry you all the way back here, you know!
Vane: Lancey was useless. He was so upset!
Lancelot: Oy, Vane!
Vane: Ha ha! I'm just kidding!
Vane: You found a doctor for us pretty quick!
Siegfried: Lancelot, Vane... (Captain) and the crew...
Siegfried: You have my thanks.
Siegfried: I know... you've all gone out of your way for me.
Vyrn: Aw, don't worry about that. After all, we're friends!
Lyria: Yep! I'm so glad everyone's safe now!
Siegfried: I knew you'd say that.
Siegfried: Agh!
Siegfried's face twists in pain as he tries to lift himself up.
Lancelot: Siegfried, don't push yourself!
Vane: Ah! That reminds me! The doctor took a look and said that your bleeding had stopped.
Vane: That injury should've been fatal, but you're like a beast or something! The doctor was shocked!
In fact, Siegfried's wound is almost entirely healed.
He places a hand against the scar and smiles weakly in answer.
Siegfried: Actually, ever since that encounter with Fafnir when I was soaked in its blood...
Siegfried: My body seems to heal faster than others.
Siegfried: Humph... What do you think? I guess I really am a beast or something.
The room grows still at Siegfried's confession.
Vane, trembling slightly, reaches out to Siegfried.
Vane: No no no! You're incredible, Siegfried!
Vane: You're so cool! You're like, beyond hero-level!
Siegfried: You think... I'm cool?
Lancelot, unable to stand it any longer, begins to laugh.
Lancelot: Ha ha! Cool... huh?
Lancelot: Indeed, Vane's got it right this time.
Lancelot: As long are you're okay, Siegfried, we have no complaints.
Siegfried is moved by their words, but hides his feelings in a scowl.
Siegfried: Good grief... I'll never get rid of you two...
Vyrn: They're right though. We don't mind it at all!
Lyria: It seems you have lots of friends who care for you, Siegfried!
Surrounded by friends, Siegfried shows them a rare smile.
Siegfried: Humph.
Siegfried: (Looks like I won't be fading away quietly...)
Siegfried is back on his feet in no time, thanks to the nursing, and some nagging, from his comrades.
In a room full of laughter and warmth, he learns to accept himself as he faces the long journey ahead.
Cross-Fate: Lunalu
One day Lunalu sets her heart on capturing the form of a certain man.
Siegfried: I hope to make myself useful on the crew, (Captain).
Lyria: Yay! It's a pleasure to have you, Siegfried! I feel like things will go by so much more smoothly with you around!
(Captain) and company welcome Siegfried into the crew.
Unbeknownst to all a shadowy figure watches from a distance.
Lunalu: (Eep! I, I can't believe my eyes! My knight in shining armor is standing right there!)
Lunalu: (A dignified knight keeping an enigmatical air of mystery by veiling his face underneath that decadent armor!)
Lunalu: (Teehee... What mysteries that helmet could be concealing!)
Lunalu: (Pant... Wheeze... I... Aagh, this is too much! I can't stop fantasizing about the possibilities! Hey, get back to your senses, Lunalu!)
Siegfried: You there. In the shadows.
Lunalu: Eek! I've been spotted!
Vyrn: Hm, you see something there? Wait, Lunalu? Whatcha doing out here?
Lunalu: I... I was just looking for my chance to enter the conversation.
Lyria: I guess I should introduce you! This here is Lunalu and she does fantastic artwork!
Vyrn: Yeah, she totally knocks it out of the park when it comes to monster drawings! But I heard she actually prefers romance nov—
Lunalu: Ack! Aiiee! Eeep!
No! Stop right there!
Vyrn: Whoa! No need to scream, is there?
Lunalu: No means no! Say another word and I'll never forgive you!
Siegfried: Sigh... Your crew's as lively as ever, (Captain).
Does that bother you?
That's what makes it so fun!
Choose: Does that bother you?
Siegfried: Not at all. On the contrary seeing how much fun everyone's having only shows what a great captain you are.
Go to "Continue 1"
Choose: That's what makes it so fun!
Siegfried: Haha, I figured you'd say that. Everyone I've met on the crew before joining up shares that same look of contentment on their faces.
Continue 1
Lunalu: (Aah... The sharp contrast his soft-spoken voice makes against the stark edges of his armor! He may hide his face, but I can almost sense the oh-so tender smile lying within!)
Vyrn: Hey, hey, Lunalu! What's with the staring?
Lunalu: Ah! No, it's nothing...
Lunalu: (And revelation strikes! My mind seethes with visions of him in every pose conceivable! I must capture his magnificent form while my imagination is running wild!)
Lunalu clenches her fists in determination.
Lunalu: (My chance is now! I will not let such rare perfection idly slip past me!)
Siegfried: Is everything okay? Something stuck to my face?
Lunalu: Er, umm... If you don't mind, I'd be so happy if you could please pose for my drawing!
Lunalu: I can draw monsters pretty well, but when it comes to people, I tend to stumble a lot...
Lunalu: And when I saw you, that's when it hit! You embody the perfect bodily form that I've always wanted to capture on my canvas!
Siegfried: Hm, I see where you're coming from now. Though I'm sorry to say I don't think I'd be of much help.
Siegfried: I believe there are many aboard the ship who would better serve your artistic needs.
Lunalu: No, it must be you! Please! If you will give me permission to sketch your form from even a distance away, that would be more than enough!
Faced with such a desperate Lunalu, Siegfried pauses for a moment of contemplation.
Siegfried: ...
Very well, it'd be rather boorish of me to turn down such an earnest request, so do what you must.
Lunalu: Ah! Thank you so much!
With Siegfried's approval at last, Lunalu begins observing him from the shadows the day after.
She tightly grips her well-worn sketchbook and brush pen, intent to capture every fine detail of Siegfried.
Lyria: Oh, Siegfried! We're heading out to deal with some monsters soon. Would you like to come along?
Siegfried: Sure, count me in. I'll help you with your training on the way there, (Captain).
Vyrn: Hehe, lucky you, (Captain)! You were always talking about how you'd love to train with Siegfried!
Lyria: Yeah! Seeing (Captain) happy makes me happy too!
Lunalu: (Ah! Could it be that Siegfried knew (Captain) was hesitating and stepped up to make the offer himself?)
Lunalu: (If that's true, it's not fair! But, oh, the gentle compassion he exudes is quite something to behold!)
Lunalu furiously sketches away as she stares at (Captain) and company with wide-open eyes.
Vyrn: Hey, Lyria...
Lyria: Shh! No, Vyrn! We shouldn't disrupt Lunalu when she's so focused!
Vyrn: I know, but...
The way Lunalu nods, giggles, and exaggeratedly stretches out her arms toward the skies at Siegfried's every little gesture makes her look alarmingly suspicious.
Other crew members watch Lunalu with apprehension, but she pays no heed to them and continues her fine brush strokes.
Although at first weary of the frequent and curious glances being cast at him, Siegfried quickly becomes accustomed to it.
Ecstatic at Siegfried having let down his guard, Lunalu writhes in glorious excitement.
Lyria: Teehee, Lunalu, you seem to be having so much fun lately. I hope your sketch is coming along all right.
Lunalu: I suppose you could say I've never drawn anything this satisfying.
Lunalu: What's more, I've become much better at drawing things off the top of my head without an actual model in front of me.
Lunalu: I have to say, I've never improved this fast!
Vyrn: Glad to hear it! Still have to admit I'm a bit creeped out by how you follow Siegfried from the shadows his every waking moment though...
Lunalu: Hey, who are you calling creepy? I prefer the term enthusiastic!
Hm?
Lunalu looks out the window to see heavy drops of water pelting against the glass pane.
Lyria jumps to her feet at the sudden torrential rains.
Lyria: Oh no! (Captain) and Siegfried are training on deck right now!
Lunalu: The two of them deadlocked in battle while drenched in the rain... I must capture this moment for eternity's sake!
Vyrn: Oi! Lunalu! You're gonna be soaking wet if you—
Lunalu: Uwaagh!
Siegfried: Forgive me. Are you okay?
Lunalu: Ngh... It was just a little bump, so I'll be fine—Eek!
Siegfried: Are you hurt anywhere? Do let me know.
Lunalu: Ah, erm, your head... I mean... your face...
Lunalu: (What treachery is this! To hide those stunningly good looks behind that helmet... Oh! Inspiration is striking!)
Siegfried: Hm? Oh, this? (Captain) suggested I take off my helmet when I'm on the Grandcypher.
Siegfried: So I decided to try it out for a day. Does something seem off about me?
Lunalu: Oh no, I'm just... a bit surprised. (Yiiee! Thank you, thank you, thank you so much, (Captain)!)
Lyria: Umm, why don't you two get changed? Wouldn't want to catch a cold now.
Lunalu: H-huh? (I can envision majestic, bulging pecs and finely chiseled abs hidden under unassuming armor... Uugh! Agh! Yes!)
Lyria: Eeek! What's wrong, Lunalu?
Lunalu: Am I dreaming? Aha... Ahaha... Of course... I have to be...
Lyria: Yikes! Lunalu, pull yourself together!
Lunalu: Mm... Mmrgh... Hm? Where am I?
Lunalu: Aah, right. I was so excited about Siegfried getting changed and then...
Lunalu looks around the room and finally comes to grips with the situation.
Lunalu: Teehee, I got to see his heavenly face up close! Agh, I can die happy now! I've never seen anything more perfect!
Lunalu: Oh, can't be fantasizing all day long! I'd better sketch out this memory while it's still fresh in my mind!
Lunalu grabs her brush pen and tries to capture the vivid image in her mind, but her hand immediately falls still.
Lunalu: Hm, this doesn't look right.
Lunalu: Manly yet delicate, equal parts gruff and gentleman...
Lunalu: Scribble, scribble... Guah! This isn't working! I can't get it down on paper!
Lunalu: Scribble, scribble... Argh! No! I want to recreate that miraculous form, but this is utterly devoid of the heavenly aura the man in the flesh exudes!
Lunalu frantically moves from one sketch to another, scrapping her work in each iteration. After the umpteenth time, she listlessly drops the brush pen.
Lunalu: Sigh... Artistic compositions and expressions come to me so naturally, so why do I feel like a fish out of water here?
Devoid of any strength, Lunalu crumbles to the ground and scatters her sketches all over the room when a single one catches her eye.
It was an imaginary recreation of Siegfried's face up close that she managed to whip up the other day.
Lunalu: Humph, what's with this? The real thing is so much closer to perfection.
Lunalu: I can't believe I drew this—it's awful.
Lunalu lets out a dreary laugh as she gazes at each of the sketches spread all over the floor.
Lunalu: So many wild fantasies bursting through my mind, yet I'm an epic failure when it comes to getting them down on paper. Sigh...
Lunalu: I'm sure it's the same with monsters... I mean, I see that as work more than a passion project...
Lunalu: So I never really tried to portray the hidden beauty lying in them.
Lunalu: Aah... I fail hard as a romance artist, and I'd hardly qualify as a monster artist...
Though overtaken by a negative spiral of emotion, Lunalu musters up just enough strength to grab her brush pen.
Vyrn: Oi, Lunalu! Everything okay now?
Siegfried: I'm coming in.
Lunalu: Uwaagh! Oh, yes! Please come in!
Siegfried: Hm, are you all better now? We were all so worried when you suddenly collapsed.
Lunalu: Oh yeah, I feel great now! Couldn't be better in fact! For sure! Definitely!
Lyria: Thank goodness! This might sound surprising, but I've never seen Siegfried more worried.
Lunalu: Huh?
B-but why?
Siegfried: Even the smallest of injuries can be devastating if left untreated.
Lunalu: Oh, I'm so sorry for making you worry!
Vyrn: Hey, what's this?
Whoa! Lyria, come take a look!
Lyria: Vyrn! It's not nice to fish around in Lunalu's belongings!
Oh my...
Vyrn: This is amazing! Hey, hey, Siegfried! You're the star in every one of these drawings!
Lunalu: Eek! S-stop that! No!
Siegfried: Ooh, color me surprised. I can tell you really have a flair for the creative, Lunalu.
Lunalu: Ah... Ugh... I'm... not really that good.
Siegfried: Why do you say that? These look spectacular to me.
Lunalu: But they're far from perfect. It doesn't matter how much time I spend drawing—perfection is always miles ahead of me. I'm just hopeless...
Lunalu: In fact the more I draw and compare my art to reality, I realize that I fail even as a monster artist...
Lunalu: I can't help but wonder: why am I even drawing things in the first place?
Vyrn: You're too hard on yourself, Lunalu! I think everyone would agree that your monster drawings are absolutely breathtaking!
Lyria: Of course! And your drawings of Siegfried are just as good!
Vyrn: No argument there! To be honest I was at first a bit creeped out by how you were following Siegfried everywhere... but now I see that it was all for the sake of good art!
Lyria: So please don't call yourself a failure! The world would be a much sadder place without your wonderful art, Lunalu!
Lunalu: But... But no matter how hard I try, perfection is never within my grasp!
Lunalu: It doesn't matter how much effort I put into polishing my artistic skills! I lack the creative instinct to truly express myself, and that's what matters most!
Siegfried: Hmm... It's never smooth sailing for someone starting out. I learned that the hard way with the sword, and I imagine it's no different with a brush.
Siegfried: But no matter how hard the going gets, no matter how far away you are from utter perfection, and no matter how much you have to endure...
Siegfried: I guarantee you that all the blood, sweat, and tears you've put in so far have not gone to waste. I hope you can at least believe that much.
Lunalu: Oh! (Where have I heard this before...)
Lunalu: (Ah yes, it's all coming back now... Chapter two of Popol Saga! This is one of the most quoted lines!)
Lunalu: (Mikhail is able to keep trying and get past his slump thanks to these words of encouragement from Popol.)
Lunalu: (That's right, Lunalu! You're no different from Mikhail right now! You're the budding flower just waiting to blossom into a genius!)
Lunalu: Erm, thank you! You've just helped me remember something very important!
Lunalu: Perfection has never been within my grasp! What really matters is seeing things through to the end!
Lunalu: I won't give up! I think I can faithfully put onto paper the scenery in my head now!
Siegfried: Seems like you just blew past a bad spell.
Lunalu: That's right! (Captain), I need some time alone in my room; can you keep people from coming in for a while?
Lyria: Wow, what's with the sudden change of heart, Lunalu?
Lunalu: I want the way I feel this very moment, the imagery in my mind, to last forever in a picture-perfect drawing!
Vyrn: We'll do what we can to help! Right, (Captain)?
Surprised at the level of passion and enthusiasm coming from the usually nonchalant Lunalu, (Captain) nods deeply.
Lunalu retreats to her room to complete the drawing.
Lyria later makes a few visits to bring Lunalu food, but the door never opens.
A few days later.
Lyria: Hmm, I hope Lunalu's okay... I don't think she's been eating much.
Siegfried: But she is responding when you knock, right? That's a sure sign she's okay.
Vyrn: Still has me worried though...
Lunalu: Teeheehee... At long last... I've done it!
Lyria: Eeep!
Vyrn: Hyuugh!
Phew, it's just Lunalu! Hey, don't scare us like that!
Lunalu, who spent the past few days cooped up in her room, appears ghastly pale.
Her lack of sleep is evident in the dark shadows that have formed below her eyes, and her fingertips are stained with ink.
Exhausted she may be, but the expression on her face is one of ineffable joy as she gloats of her extraordinary accomplishment.
Lunalu: Mwahaha... Feast your eyes on my masterpiece... I've captured the moment so perfectly...
Vyrn: Ooh, lemme see...
By my apple!
Lyria: W-wow! This is incredible! Take a look at this, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Mhm... The pose is completely different from what I saw a few days ago. I can tell you really poured your heart and soul into it.
The portrait of Siegfried that Lunalu presented to the crew was a huge departure from all her previous sketches of the dashing knight.
Lunalu: This is the first time I've ever drawn anything so close to what I have in mind. This is to me a true work of art.
Vyrn: Yeah, I don't think I've ever been so blown away by a piece of artwork. I'm not so sure the real Siegfried looks that shiny though.
Lyria: You think so? But Siegfried looks sooo cool in it! I'm almost getting butterflies in my stomach just looking at it!
Lunalu: Erm, I want you to have this...
Siegfried: For me?
Lunalu: I was on the brink of giving up my dream. But you made me realize what's really important, so... This is just to say thanks. Sorry if it's a bother...
Siegfried: Haha, you're merely reaping the fruits of your labor, Lunalu. And a gift from you being a bother? Never! I might even hang this on my wall!
Lunalu: Ah... Aah...
Lunalu: Teehee... I, I got to see your precious smile... Aaah! Thank you so—
Lyria: Yikes! Lunalu fainted again!
Vyrn: Oh boy, is she gonna be alright? Hm, looks like she just fell into a nap. Let's leave her be for now.
Siegfried: Right, she definitely needs the rest. I'll carry her to her room.
Vyrn: Sure. I've gotta say though: I don't think I've ever seen anyone sleep with a grin that big on their face.
All it took for Lunalu to turn bright red and suddenly collapse was a brief flash of Siegfried's tender smile.
Lunalu keeps on her gigantic grin throughout the night as her mind drifts to the land of dreams.
Birthday Lines
Happy birthday.
Allow me to join you in celebration of this very special day.
2 ✔
Time passes, day by day, month by month, and soon an entire year has already moved on.
I was thinking about what to surprise you with and I've come up with the perfect gift for you. Are you ready?
Speechless, are we? Okay, here it is!
(Captain) immediately braces for the worst. Paying no mind, Siegfried begins contorting his body into a bizarre dance.
Old stories claim that it's easier to be possessed by evil spirits on your birthday.
I stumbled across this dance in old literature. It's said to be especially potent at warding off evil.
With this dance, I wish you happiness and good health. Care to join me?
3 ✔
Happy birthday to you.
This will be the third year I get to celebrate this day with you, isn't it? Time goes by so quickly.
This year I got you a tongue tingling gift, (Captain). Would you like it?
Siegfried takes out a handful of bright red fruit. They're long and slim with pointy ends.
This is a special seasoning that grows on a certain island. Not only is it extremely spicy, it's said to ward off evil spirits with its spiciness.
Or rather, it's supposed to help boost your immunity so you don't fall ill.
I also got a recipe to go along with the gift. Let's head to the kitchen and cook it up at once!
I'm quite curious to know how spicy it is. Shall we eat it together when it's all done?
New Years
Happy New Year.
A new beginning is upon us. This year I hope to grow even stronger by your side.
2 ✔
It's been exciting, hasn't it?
Today should be spent surrounded by family, or so everyone says.
Humph. Well, I don't really have any family, so it doesn't concern me I guess.
What? What's with that face? Yes, the crew and I are friends but...
You're right, I suppose. In a way, we're also a family.
3 ✔
Is that you, (Captain)? What's the matter? Hm... You've come to wish me a happy new year?
I see. You brought me some New Year's snacks as well? Mm... Then I gratefully accept.
Don't be shy. Please come inside. You wanted to eat them with me here, no?
Mm... Your heart is just easy to read is all, (Captain).
Food is more delicious when you're sharing it with others. Am I right?
I'm sure the crew has been at your side all day, so I'm touched that you'd go out of your way to come see me.
Now let's not stand and chat! Have a seat while I make some warm tea!
Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine's Day. Today is the day you give sweet tokens of gratitude to others.
Hm? Only the female crew members are giving gifts today, you say?
2 ✔
I kind of messed up last year's Valentine's Day, didn't I, (Captain)?
For this year, I practiced what to say a few days ago. I'm prepared for any present you give me.
So go ahead, (Captain), and give it to me whenever's convenient for you. Hm?
Ah, I see... I'm supposed to be spontaneous, not rehearsed.
Shoot... I failed again! Wait, wait, give me another chance. Just come in from the door and start over. Is that okay, (Captain)?
3 ✔
It's Valentine's Day... I need to make sure I don't do anything off-putting to (Captain)...
(Speak of the devil! Now's my chance... I'll watch her from afar while pretending not to notice her...)
...
...
...
Hm? I don't look well? No problem. I'm just perfect.
Hm? Don't tell me... I stirred up worry by pretending not to notice you?
I see... In order to pull off a surprise, acting natural is the key.
Ah... Look what I've done another year in a row!
Greeting, light chat, and eye contact... Good. I've got it.
(Captain), I'm sorry about this once again. But could you please give me another chance? Just one more...
White Day
White Day is finally here, it seems. And I'd like to thank you for all you do. Let's see... How about a lesson in sword fighting?
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Do you have a moment, (Captain)? Seeing as it's White Day, I've prepared a small gift for you.
I'm not well versed in such customs, so I hope it's to your liking, (Captain).
I give this not out of duty, but of my own volition. Please accept it.
Why are you hanging your head? Have I erred again?
No? You're... happy? Well, I'm relieved, if that's the case.
After all this gift for you, (Captain), is heartfelt.
Let's continue exploring the unknown together.
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(Captain), thank you for the chocolates on Valentine's Day.
The flavor was exquisite... I was surprised to learn that it was homemade.
I want to repay you for your kindness, (Captain). So I brought sweets for you as a token of my thanks.
Go ahead and take it. Of course, these chocolates are especially for you.
You think I don't know what I'm saying? Heh... I know very well. And I've come to know more than you think...
When I think of someone I want to hold dear to me, you're the first person I think of, (Captain).
Hm... Now why are you looking at me with that face? Could I have said something to upset you?
Oh, you're just surprised? Ah, I see. I'm sorry. I mistook your reaction for something else...
I want you to continue being my ally in battle, (Captain), as we continue to support each other. I trust you want the same.
Halloween
Happy Halloween.
Pranks are not my strong point. Would some candy suffice?
2 ✔
It looks like the season of costumes is upon us once more.
I'm no good at pranks, so I couldn't join in on the fun last year.
But after traveling with this crew, I think I have a few ideas up my sleeve.
So, what kind of pranks do you enjoy, (Captain)?
Don't be shy. What prank would you play on me? Tell me!
3 ✔
When the weather starts to get this chilly, it means the Halloween festival has come back around.
Now then, you've come up with a special trick to play on me this year, haven't you? Go on and give it your best shot.
Hm? Rather than play a trick, you want to be tricked instead?
Hm... I see. This is a bit difficult... What sort of trick would be good to try?
How about if I switch your weapon with my giant sword, (Captain)? It'd be a bit annoying to get used to!
Hm... A more playful trick, you say? What should I do...
Well, they say it's best to watch an expert if you wish to get good at something. So let's go and see what the kids are up to!
We'll have them play a trick on us. That should give us some real food—or tricks—for thought!
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(Captain)...
Shh!
(Captain) is invited by the hiding Siegfried to join him.
You're here just in time. I'm getting ready to scare some children who will be coming by any moment...
I was able to master the art of hiding, but I'm not sure exactly how I should scare them.
I supposed something frightful will do the trick, eh? I can mimic the movements of the undead quite well.
Hm... I see your point. It may not be wise to put fear into the children's hearts... A simple startle should be sufficient.
Here they come. Will you help me give them a good trick!
Holidays
Happy holidays. Santa's on his way, but have you been good this year?
I see... You're not a kid anymore, eh?
2 ✔
Even I could stand to relax every once in a while, right?
This time of year always reminds me that I'm not a child anymore.
Anyway, I'm off to deliver presents now.
There's no need to worry. I'll wear the red suit instead of my usual armor.
You've been good this year, (Captain). Perhaps there'll be a present waiting for you as well.
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Happy holidays! Good to hear you sounding so cheery, (Captain)!
On the way here, a group of children I'd given presents to last year ran up to me. It's clear they've got their hopes up for this year.
But giving a child a gift with their promise that they'll be good for a whole year is a flimsy bet when it comes down to it.
But their bright smiling eyes looking up at me as they asked about their presents was proof enough. They'd honestly kept their promise all year long.
Now then, I think it's time for St. Nick and his reindeer to make an appearance and drop off these gifts!
But don't fret... I was sure to get a gift for you too, (Captain)!
Everyone knows that you've been good this year, (Captain). You deserve a present!
Summer Sieg Intro Fate
Siegfried: ...
(Captain) and the crew, along with Siegfried, are getting some rest and relaxation on Benthic Island, one of the islands among the Auguste Isles.
But as to be expected, Siegfried is drawing some unwanted attention at the beach wearing his usual armor.
Siegfried: Hm... Looks all clear around here too.
Tourist 1: Eek! What's with the guy in all that armor?
Tourist 2: This is an island resort! Why wear a dark, heavy getup like that?
Vyrn: Uh-oh... Siegfried's spooky vibe is at it again.
Lyria: Yeah... I hope he doesn't get caught up in anything because of it.
Worried about what trouble might come, (Captain) and the crew decide to talk to Siegfried.
Siegfried: Hm? What are you and the crew doing here, (Captain)?
Vyrn: Listen, we were thinking maybe you could loosen up a little since we're on vacation and all!
Siegfried: Loosen up? I don't know about that. An enemy could show up anytime and anywhere.
Lyria: Yeah, but... isn't it hot walking around in armor?
Siegfried: Humph! It's like a second skin to me, so I've hardly noticed.
Siegfried: Hm? What's with that face, (Captain)?
(Captain) tells Siegfried about the tourists who were frightened by the armor.
Siegfried: Hm... I didn't think I'd come off like that to other people...
Siegfried: Mmm. It wasn't my intent, but something should be done about it...
(Captain) suggests that they look together for summer clothes to suit Siegfried.
Siegfried: I see... Then thank you, (Captain). I appreciate the help!
And so (Captain) and the crew take Siegfried along to shop for a new outfit.
Siegfried, (Captain), and the crew visit a row of shops along the beachfront.
Vyrn: Hey! I think these funky-patterned pants would look neat on you!
Siegfried: Hm... Funky pants? How about something cooler for the weather?
Vyrn: Hmmm... But can we find something like that in your size?
Siegfried: You have a point. It's not easy to find clothes in the right fit.
Lyria: Oh! How about this? It's a shirt with puppies on it!
Siegfried: Puppies? Well, I do like dogs.
Lyria: Hm... But maybe it's just a little too cutesy for you, Siegfried.
Siegfried: Too cutesy, you say... Not sure what to make of that.
They each continue searching for something just right for their armor-clad crew member but come up empty-handed.
(Captain), Vyrn, and Lyria are about half-way into combing through a clothes rack when Vyrn notices something.
Vyrn: Wait... Where did Siegfried go?
Lyria: You're right. He's disappeared on us!
Vyrn: Hold on. You don't think he went and got himself lost, do ya?
They call his name in hopes he'll answer from somewhere nearby.
Siegfried: (Captain), I'm right over here!
Siegfried comes over with something in his hands.
Siegfried: I'm looking at these bargain pieces from a store across the way.
Siegfried: This is called a mankini, and then there's this rainbow fundoshi...
Siegfried: But which do you think would look best on me, (Captain)?
Siegfried holds up both pieces of clothing with a genuine smile on his face, blissfully unaware of the implications of his wearing either item.
The mankini, I guess...
The f-fundoshi... I guess.
Choose: The mankini, I guess...
Siegfried: Hm... I see. Then I'll go try this on in the dressing room over there.
Siegfried disappears behind the curtain without another word.
After a few minutes, he asks for the final verdict.
Siegfried: What do you think?
Lyria: Wow! It fits like a glove and makes you look so cool!
Vyrn: Yeah! It definitely fits like a glove—that's for sure!
Vyrn: Makes you look pretty manly, but I dunno...
Siegfried: Hm... Then I suppose I'll go with this one.
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Choose: The f-fundoshi... I guess.
Siegfried: Ah... Just from looking at the cloth, I can sense the tailor's pride in making this.
Siegfried disappears behind the curtain without another word.
After a few minutes, he asks for the final verdict.
Siegfried: Well? What do you think?
Lyria: The fit looks so smooth, but seems wild and free!
Vyrn: You said it! I can't put my finger on it, but I get this powerful thirst for freedom and—
Vyrn: Wait! What am I sayin'?
Siegfried: Hm... Then I guess this is the one.
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Siegfried is on his way to pay the clerk for the item when an unexpected voice calls out.
Jin: Hm? Well if it isn't (Captain) and the crew! What are you up to?
(Captain) tells Jin that they've been looking for some new clothes for Siegfried.
Jin: Ah... I think I understand the problem here. And if that's the case, then I know just the place for you to check out, Siegfried.
Vyrn: Oh, yeah? That'll be a big help!
Jin: Now then, let's not waste any time! Follow me!
Siegfried: Right behind you!
They return the items to the store before heading away from the row of shops.
Vyrn: Too bad those shops didn't have what we were looking for...
Lyria: But you seem like you're enjoying our shopping trip, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Yes. It's not often that I get to take time and choose my attire so carefully.
Siegfried: Spending time with all of you on this little task has truly meant a lot to me.
Before long, Jin leads them to a curious shop.
Siegfried: Jin, what kind of store is this?
Jin: It's a specialty shop for yukata.
Lyria: Yukata? What's that?
Jin: Excellent question! A yukata is casual attire worn during the summer in my homeland.
Jin: It's made from woven silk, so it's both soft to the touch and breathable. It's the perfect outfit for hot weather!
Jin: The style is casual with just a hint of refinement, so I think it's just what you're looking for, Siegfried.
Siegfried: To think I'd come across a find like this... I'm grateful for your expert eye, Jin.
Jin: No, no! It's nothing! Now let's find some garments just right for Siegfried!
Vyrn and Lyria: We're on it!
They all begin searching for the perfect outfit for Siegfried.
As they pore over designs and materials, they look around the shop for accessories as well.
Vyrn: Ooh! How about this pattern? It'll look fantastic on you!
Lyria: Yeah! And this fabric is light and airy too!
Jin: Ah! Have we finally narrowed down the choices?
Siegfried: Whew... Now what do you want me to try on next?
Despite constantly going in and out of the dressing room, Siegfried seems pleased about it all.
After some time Siegfried dons the most splendid ensemble put together through their efforts.
Vyrn: Heh-heh! I think we finally found a winner!
Lyria: Yep! I feel like this is the best outfit we'll see!
Jin: I had you try this one on knowing it would be the one for you.
After hearing all this, (Captain) waits eagerly for Siegfried to appear.
Just then (Captain) notices that the shuffling behind the curtain has stopped.
Vyrn: I think he's ready!
Lyria: It looks like he's stopped moving around in the dressing room there!
Jin: So... what do you think?
Siegfried: Sorry it took so long...
Vyrn: Ooh...
Lyria: Ahhh...
Jin: Ah...
Siegfried: Mmm-hm... And with this I can still carry my sword, so it's just what I'm looking for.
Siegfried: So, (Captain)... How do I look?
You look terrific!
Choose: You look terrific!
Vyrn: We got it right this time! It looks like it was made just for you!
Lyria: Yeah! It looks great! And you look so cool!
Jin: I knew it was right on the mark! I'm glad I could be of help this once!
Siegfried: Humph... You'll have me blushing soon enough with all these compliments.
Siegfried: Thank you, (Captain). All of you.
At that moment a soft breeze blows through the shop.
The cool breeze gently strokes their cheeks, a quiet reminder of the nearing summer sunset.
Summer Sieg Skill
Danua: Crumble...
Gretel: Hey, Danua! This tower is about to topple over!
Hansel: Hm... And this castle wall here won't hold up much longer either.
Danua: Shells...
Gretel: You can't start decorating with shells until you fix this crack here!
Hansel: Forget it. The gate's all crumbled. This castle's as good as gone.
Danua: Urgh... Waaah...
Siegfried: Ha-ha! It's all right, Danua.
Siegfried: If it falls then we'll just make another one.
Gretel: Hey, Siegfried! You keep babyin' her like that and we'll never get this sand castle finished!
Fearing a scolding from Gretel, Danua is hiding behind Siegfried in the shadow of his large frame.
Hansel: Hm... Looks like Danua's taken a real liking to him.
Today Siegfried is busy making a sand castle with Danua, Hansel, and Gretel.
But as time passes, signs of ever finishing the structure are nowhere in sight.
Sara: Huh? Is that Danua and Siegfried?
Siegfried: Oh, it's you, Sara! You came at just the right time.
Sara: What's everyone up to here?
Siegfried: Actually, I'm trying to build a sand castle with Danua and her friends, but it's not going so well.
Siegfried: We could sure use some help from you and Graphos if you can spare it. Would you mind?
Sara: No, not at all! Right, Graphos?
Graphos: ...!
Sara: Sounds like Graphos wants to help too!
Siegfried: Thanks, you two. I couldn't ask for better help for the job.
Siegfried: Now then, let's switch gears and build a better castle!
Everyone: All right!
This time under Sara's careful direction, they begin working on a castle.
Sara: Let's see... If the sand we use is wet enough, then it'll be harder for it to crack.
Danua: Wet...
Sara: Right! So it'd be best to mix this sand with some more water.
Graphos: ...
Siegfried: Good! Then Graphos and I will go fetch some water.
Gretel: Okay! We'll handle things here!
Hansel: Be sure and take your time with it.
Time passes quickly as the castle-building pleasantries continue.
Sara: Yep... It's finally finished!
Graphos: ...!
Gretel: Ha-ha! Look what you can do when you put your mind to it!
Hansel: You said it. It's completely different from before.
Danua: Castle...
Sara: That's right! All thanks to the castle leader, Princess Danua...
Sara: Oops!
Danua: Mm?
Sara: I'm sorry! Just now, I... I called her a princess...
Danua: No...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says don't worry, she doesn't mind.
Gretel: Ha-ha! In fact, she likes it!
Sara: ...!
Sara: Then it's all thanks to you, Princess Danua, that we made such a pretty castle!
Siegfried grins as he watches the two girls getting along so well.
Siegfried: I think you all did great.
Siegfried: Especially you, Danua, since you wouldn't give up believing in yourself no matter how hard it got.
Danua: Heh-heh...
Siegfried: And you were a big help too, Hansel and Gretel, for helping Danua without complaint.
Gretel: Well, of course! We're always lookin' after her!
Hansel: Hm... Except one of us was loudly squabbling with Danua earlier, but we'll pretend that didn't happen.
Siegfried: And you, Sara...
Sara: Y-yes!
Siegfried: I appreciate you working with us at our pace, considering Graphos could do it all in a blink of an eye.
Sara: Well... I mean...
Siegfried: Because of you, the time we spent on this undertaking has truly meant a lot to me. Thank you.
Danua: Thanks...
Sara: I should be thanking you! For letting me hang out with all of you!
Graphos: ...!
Siegfried: We make the best team!
Danua: Next...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua wants to know what we're up to next.
Siegfried: Next? How about we go and observe the sea life found around the coastline?
Danua: Okay...
Gretel: Ha-ha! Danua's rarin' to go!
Siegfried: Good. Then I'll lead the way.
Sara: ...
Siegfried: Sara, will you come along too?
Sara: Huh? Is it okay if I come with you?
Siegfried: Of course it is!
Siegfried: You stuck with us through building a sand castle! There's no need to be shy now.
Sara: Okay!
Siegfried: All right, Danua and Sara. Now follow me!
Danua: Okay...
Sara: Okay! Here we go, Graphos!
Nearby, (Captain) and the crew are watching Siegfried, Danua, and Sara hanging out together happily.
(Captain) can't help but smile at the peaceful scene playing out on the beach.
Vyrn: Heh-heh! They're really getting along!
Lyria: Yeah! And it looks like they're having so much fun!
Siegfried walks over to them with a gentle grin on his face.
Siegfried: Hey guys, would you like to come along with us?
Vyrn: Yep! Count me in!
Lyria: Let's go too, (Captain)!
(Captain) nods at Siegfried in answer, smiling ear to ear.
Siegfried: Thanks. And I'm counting on you to help keep things in line.
And so (Captain) and the crew follow Siegfried on a sea life search along the shore.
Summer Chaperon: Scene 2
At Danua and Sara's request, Siegfried escorts them to a festival nearby, along with (Captain) and the crew. The two girls play a cork gun game, but, after realizing the game is rigged, Siegfried helps the two girls win a prize. Afterwards they all hold hands and walk home like one big family.
Siegfried has finished leading everyone in their coastline search for sea creatures.
They're all taking a pleasant walk along the beach.
Danua: Hear...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says she hears sounds coming from over there.
Sara: Actually... something does sound a bit noisy coming from that direction.
Gretel: Hey, look! There's a crowd of people there too!
Siegfried: It looks like there's a festival being held...
Danua: Festival...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says she wants to check out the festival!
Sara: A festival, huh? If it's all right, I'd like to go too.
Siegfried: Then let's all go have a look. What do you say, (Captain)?
We might as well!
Choose: We might as well!
Danua: Go...
Sara: Yay! Looks like Danua can't wait to see the festival either!
Siegfried: That settles it. Let's head on over to the festivities.
On arriving at the site, they're floored by the sheer number of people there.
Siegfried: Danua and Sara... I wouldn't want you getting lost, so do you mind holding onto my hands?
Danua: Squeeze...
Sara: O-okay...
Danua and Sara bashfully hold out their hands to Siegfried.
Siegfried: This isn't my first time at a festival. I promise there's nothing to worry about here.
Siegfried: So there's no need to be anxious!
Sara: Okay!
Danua: Okay...
With hands linked, Siegfried escorts the girls through the festival area.
Danua: Gimme...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says—
Siegfried: That she wants to eat a crepe, right?
Gretel: Yeah! You're a mind reader!
Siegfried: Humph... Call it a lucky guess!
Siegfried: How about you, Sara? Would you like a crepe?
Sara: I'd love to try one!
Siegfried: Then I'll buy one for all of us. Everyone, come and pick a flavor.
Vyrn: Wow! Are you sure? You're a swell guy, Siegfried!
Lyria: Yay! Thanks, Siegfried!
Siegfried buys everyone a crepe and they gobble them up in delight.
After stuffing their cheeks with crepes, they continue walking through the festival.
Danua: Cork...
Sara: Does that say... cork gun game?
Siegfried: That's right. Would you two like to give it a try?
Danua: Try!
Sara: I want to try it!
Siegfried: All right. Let's go over and play.
Siegfried pays the booth attendant so both Sara and Danua can play.
Attendant: All righty! You little ladies ready to give it your best shot?
Danua: Yeah...
Sara: I'm ready!
Attendant: Good, good! Just aim for the prize you want. If ya knock it down, you can take it home with ya!
Danua: Too hard...
Sara: How should I do it?
Siegfried: First you need to ready the gun by pulling the slide as hard as you can.
Sara: The slide? Got it!
Siegfried: Then you cork the barrel from this end. Try to pick a smooth cork.
Danua: Cork...
Siegfried: Then, with your arms at your sides, hold the gun steady against your shoulder. Look through the scope to aim for the prize, and pull the trigger.
Siegfried: Now try it for yourselves. It's best to learn by doing it.
Taking his advice to heart, Danua and Sara ready their guns and aim for the same prize.
Danua: Missed...
Sara: Yeah... It's not easy to hit the mark.
Attendant: Come on now! Don't hold back! The prizes are here for the takin'!
Danua: Can't...
Sara: Me neither. I'm sorry, Siegfried...
Siegfried: Hm... Well you two are smart to aim for the big prize, so shall I give you some tips?
Sara and Danua nod eagerly in answer.
Siegfried: Now pay attention... You've got to get the prize well within your sight.
Danua: Sight?
Siegfried: A big prize like that one won't fall even if you hit it right in the middle.
Siegfried: It's weak spot is really on the top left side, so you aim for it from a bottom right angle.
Sara: The top left side... From the bottom right angle...
Siegfried: You've got it? There's no need to knock it down by force. You need only to turn it.
Siegfried: And be sure to aim a little higher than the target, taking air resistance into account.
Siegfried: Now if you're ready, wait for my signal and slowly pull the trigger.
After helping the two with their aim, Siegfried stands behind them and begins the countdown.
Siegfried: Ready...
5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Go!
Danua: Go!
Sara: Go!
Danua and Sara pull their triggers at the same time.
The two corks go flying and knock the prize off balance just as planned.
The prize falls in a perfect arc to the table below.
Danua: Fell!
Sara: We did it! We got the prize, Danua! Look, Siegfried!
Siegfried: Good job, you two. That was quite a feat.
Attendant: What! How did you... There's no way it could fall!
Siegfried: Humph... I'm sure you made that one trickier to get than the others, but you underestimated us this time.
Attendant: Ha... Ha-ha... D-don't listen to your dad, girls! I'd never do such a thing!
Danua: Our?
Sara: Dad?
Attendant: Hey, I'll even give ya another prize on the house! Be sure an' share it as a family, okay?
Siegfried: Oh, many thanks! While you're at it...
Siegfried: Let's include some prizes for the other kids behind me.
Attendant: S-sorry? The other kids?
Vyrn: Whoa! Are we gonna get some free stuff too?
Lyria: Yay! Thanks a bunch!
Attendant: I g-gotcha! But I'm only doing this for you!
Siegfried: Much obliged.
With a wide grin on his face, Siegfried leans toward the attendant and begins to whisper.
Siegfried: I'll overlook the trick you pulled, but only because these kids are around.
Siegfried: But the next time I see you pulling a hustle like that, I won't be so kind.
Attendant: U-understood... I'll stop that from now on...
Siegfried: Shall we go then, everybody?
They all leave the booth with a prize in hand.
Sara: Our dad, huh?
Danua: Papa...
Siegfried: Ah... I suppose it wasn't right to lie and go along with what he said about being your father.
Siegfried: I apologize if it that upset you two.
Sara: No, please don't apologize.
Danua: Happy...
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says she was happy when he called you all a family.
Gretel: Ha-ha-ha! But you make an interesting family seeing as none of you look alike!
Sara: Even so, I was happy to hear it.
Sara: And that includes Graphos. Right?
Graphos: ...
Siegfried: Well, Sara and Danua, if you're willing to put up with a man like me, I'll play the part anytime.
Sara: Wh-what do you mean a man like you?
Sara: You're strong, kind, and you know...
Sara: Wait, never mind!
Danua: Family...
Gretel: Look! Danua wants you all to hold hands as a family!
Vyrn: Well, it'll keep us all from getting lost at least!
Lyria: And we are like one big family!
Siegfried: You too, (Captain). Give me your hand.
Beaming ear to ear, (Captain) holds out a hand to Siegfried.
And like a picturesque family, they walk down the path home together.
Summer Chaperon: Scene 3
(Captain) and the crew decide to stick around the beach for the Flower of Light festival before going home, but the fireworks show is delayed. Siegfried goes to find out the problem and hears that a monster offshore is threatening the show. He sets off to get rid of the monster.
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They decide to stick around for this festival as well before returning home.
But it's well past the festival's start time, and not a single firework can be seen in the sky.
Sara: Hmmm... No fireworks yet.
Danua: Firework?
Siegfried: Mmm... They should've begun quite a while ago too.
Hansel: Hm? Looks like a crowd is gathering way over there...
Siegfried: I'll go and take a look.
Siegfried: Could you stay here, (Captain), and keep everyone together?
(Captain) nods back confidently.
Siegfried: I'll be back.
Siegfried disappears into the crowd.
Festival Official 1: With that monster showing up offshore, we'll just have to cancel the festival.
Festival Official 2: Yep. If we make a wrong move, we risk sinking the boats out there.
Siegfried: Hm... I see. I think I've got a solution.
Festival Official 1: And who are you?
Siegfried: Just a passerby! But believe me when I say it's too soon to give up.
Festival Official 2: Hey, what's a nobody like you talking about? You haven't even seen the monster that—
Siegfried: And a boat's... right over there. I'll bring it right back!
Festival Official 1: Hey! Did you hear what I said?
Siegfried ignores the two as he hops aboard a boat to take it offshore.
Festival Official 2: He's long gone...
Siegfried steers his boat toward the other festival boats carrying pyrotechnicians.
Siegfried: All right... This should be the area, I think...
Pyrotechnician: Hey, you! What're you doin' over here in a dinghy like that?
Siegfried: I came to get rid of the monsters delaying the festival.
Pyrotechnician: Don't be stupid! If you know what's good for ya then you'll scoot on outta here!
Pyrotechnician: Huh? Th-there's one now!
Crab of War: Blub blub...
Siegfried: Look, I've got nothing against you, but there are people excited for the festival to begin.
Crab of War: Blub blub!
Siegfried: So you need to leave... And I'll show you the way out!
Summer Chaperon: Scene 4
Having defeated the monster, Siegfried returns to the beach, but the crew is gloomy thinking that the festival is canceled. Siegfried encourages them not to give up, telling them to call forth the fireworks. After raising their voices, fireworks appear in the sky. (Captain) overhears tourists talking about a swordsman who saved the festival and realizes it was Siegfried. Siegfried asks (Captain) to keep his deed a secret between them.
Siegfried returns to the beach where (Captain) and the crew are waiting.
Siegfried: Hope I didn't take too long.
Vyrn: Hey! Where'd you go? Did you hear that they're calling off the festival?
Sara: It's too bad since everyone was really looking forward to it...
Danua: Too bad...
Siegfried: Now, wait. It's too soon to give up hope yet!
Siegfried: As long as you have faith, then those fireworks will light up the sky.
Sara: Huh?
Siegfried: How about using your voice and telling the fireworks you won't give up on them?
Siegfried turns his face toward the sky in demonstration and raises his voice.
Siegfried: Great flowers of light! Burst high and bloom in beauty before our eyes!
Sara: Flowers of light! You can do it!
Danua: Flower...
Gretel: Rise on up!
Hansel: Come on!
Vyrn: Hey! Sparkly things! We can't wait to see ya up there!
Lyria: Flowers of light! Please show yourselves!
Everyone, including (Captain), raises their voice to call forth the fireworks.
Just then a ball of light streaks into the air from offshore.
When it reaches the highest heights, a ring of fireworks bursts in the sky.
Sara: Wow! So these are fireworks? They're so pretty!
Danua: Pretty...
Siegfried: Indeed... They are beautiful flowers of light.
(Captain) asks Siegfried where he ran off to earlier.
Siegfried: Well... it turns out our three favorite goofs are festival first-timers too, so I just couldn't let you all miss out on it.
Siegfried: Hey, you three! We're over here.
Siegfried turns around and waves his hand, as if motioning to some people in the crowd.
Soon enough, Lancelot, Vane, and Percival can be seen carrying food and drinks.
Lancelot: Siegfried! Sorry we took so long!
Vane: Hm?
Vane: Oh! You were with (Captain) and the crew all along!
Vane: Man, you wouldn't believe the lines back there! It took us forever to get all this!
Percival: Hey, Vane! Watch where you're going or you'll trip over your own paws!
Vane: Yeah, yeah, I hear ya! You're such a worrywart, Percy!
Percival: Humph. It's not you I'm worried about. It's the food we brought for everyone to eat.
Lancelot: You watch your step too, Percival! I don't want to get back in that line again.
Percival: Nonsense. I could carry all this blindfolded with no problem.
Lancelot: Ah! There's a huge crab by your foot!
Percival: What!
Lancelot: Ha-ha! I'm just kidding! Relax!
Percival: Lancelot, you jerk!
Vane: Whoa, whoa, whoa! No pushing, Percy!
Vane: And hurry, Lancey! He's on a warpath!
Lancelot: Ruuun!
The three meet up with the crew after navigating the crowd.
But just then Danua starts walking toward the shoreline.
Danua: Near...
Sara: Ah! Wait, Danua! Where are you going?
Hansel: Mhm... Uh-huh... Danua says she wants to go closer to see the fireworks.
Gretel: Hey now! You'll get lost going off by yourself like that!
Lyria: Vyrn! Let's follow Danua and Sara!
Vyrn: All righty! Count me in!
Vyrn and Lyria follow the two girls to the shore.
Siegfried: Listen, you three. I've got a favor to ask.
Lancelot: What is it?
Siegfried: I know you just got here, but I don't want those kids out there alone. Would you mind going with them?
Vane: No problem! We'll do it!
Percival: Humph... If you're going then I have no choice, seeing as I'll be the only adult there.
Lancelot: All right, Vane! Sounds like patrol duty!
Vane: You got it, Lancey! Call me chief of the beach patrol!
Percival: Who cares about that! Let's hurry and catch up to my royal subjects before we lose sight of them.
The three leave to catch up to the others headed for the shore.
Only (Captain) is left, standing quietly in the sand with Siegfried.
Siegfried: Why don't we have a seat somewhere, (Captain)?
Siegfried finds a terrace nearby and sits down.
(Captain) silently sits down next to him.
With eyes cast down, (Captain) tries to think of something to talk about in hopes of breaking the clumsy quiet between them.
But it's then when (Captain) notices small drops of water falling slowly from the sleeve of Siegfried's yukata.
Tourist 1: Oh, my! The festival wasn't canceled after all!
Tourist 2: Yup. I heard a crab of war was causin' trouble offshore, so they were gonna call it all off.
Tourist 1: I wonder what made them suddenly change their minds...
Tourist 2: Well, I heard from a pyrotech that this guy showed up with a huge sword and split that sucker in half!
Tourist 1: You're kidding! Breaking a shell like that is no easy feat! Who could've done something like that?
Tourist 2: Who knows? Before he knew it, the guy had already left without sayin' who he was.
Having finally understood where he disappeared to, (Captain) turns to Siegfried to speak.
But just then a huge explosion of fireworks sounds off in the sky, bathing Siegfried in light. (Captain) can only stare in wonder.
Siegfried: Shhh...
Siegfried winks at (Captain) and holds a finger to his smiling lips.
Our little secret, huh?
Choose: Our little secret, huh?
Siegfried: That's right... And I'm forever grateful to you.
With a warmth in his eyes, Siegfried watches the fireworks as well as the crew in the distance as they slowly draw near.
Siegfried: It's gorgeous, (Captain).
It sure is...
Choose: It sure is...
(Captain) watches as the fireworks burst, burn out, and burst again.
Wishing with each flash of light for this moment never to end.