Business Acumen From the Spina
Last updated 2025-08-04
Business Acumen From the Spina is an Event Quest during the Whirling Waltz Event.
Steps
- Talk to Navia
- Go formulate a strategy
- Go hire employees
- End the current operation cycle
- Head to the theme restaurant
- Upgrade your facilities
Dialogue
Quest DescriptionAfter all is set, you and Paimon turn your attention to learning how to run the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland under Navia's guidance...
- (Talk to Navia)
- Navia: (Traveler), it's you!
- Navia: Ready to join the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland crew?
Let's do this.
- (Dialogue continues)
- Let me get a few other things in order first.
- Navia: No problem. We'll be ready when you are!
- (Dialogue ends)
- Navia: It's time, dear partner and Paimon, for us to turn our attention to the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland...
- Navia: As I mentioned, the park was started up by enthusiasts, who brought in the Spina di Rosula to handle the planning, construction, and operations.
- Navia: Of course, enthusiasts aren't typically all-around experts. They usually stick to designing the event booths.
- Navia: We, for our part, handle long-term operations and develop standardized strategy guides for the different activities.
- Paimon: Long-term operations, strategy... It all sounds so complicated!
- Paimon: We spend most of our time adventuring, and we barely have any experience running a stall... Do you think we can handle this?
- Not every big boss went to business school, y'know!
- We've done plenty of big business ourselves!
- Navia: That's more like it! You've seen it all before, haven't you, partner? I'd even go as far as to say you've shaped some of Teyvat's biggest business ventures!
- Navia: Anyway! First things first, let's get an overview of how the whole festival's gonna be run...
- (Event Interface opens)
- Navia: As you can see, our Fantasyland's a bit like a sugar-free macaron right now... Several areas are still under construction.
- Navia: The Spina's only been able to hire a limited number of craftsmen. Besides, we don't have enough experience to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Navia: That's why I chose to adopt a time slot-based planning method, so we can focus on specific tasks during each designated period.
- Navia: Upgrading facilities, expanding the venue, hiring staff... All of this requires funds and time slots to accomplish.
- Navia: So it's our job to allocate precious time slots in each business cycle to the most worthwhile tasks.
- Navia: As we attract more guests and earn money to add to our funds, we'll also be able to work more efficiently...
- Navia: Which will allow us to divide each cycle into finer time slots, which will let us get more done!
- Paimon: So... we'll be limited in the decisions we can make and tasks we can focus on within each time period.
- Paimon: Which means we have to use our limited actions and Mora to earn even more Mora!
- Paimon: Kinda like playing chess or cards, then. Cooking up a strategy in advance is gonna be key.
- (Close the Event Interface)
- Paimon: Ah, Paimon thinks she just about gets it. How do you feel about it, (Traveler)?
- Haha, sounds right up my alley!
- Wow... Guess we'll learn on the job!
- Paimon: Yep! C'mon, we can do this!
- Paimon: Um, you mentioned "standardized strategy guides" just now... Does that mean there are non-standard ways to take part too?
- Navia: Of course! Film and entertainment mean different things to different people, and there's gonna be a wide range of exciting activities for people to try out.
- Navia: If we're not careful, some visitors might wander off and end up getting in trouble...
- Navia: And others might pick up dangerous props by mistake.
- Navia: To avoid confusion, we need to create a "standardized strategy guide" for each activity. Just think of it like a walkthrough!
- I see, you want me to be your test player.
- I get it, you want me to set the benchmark.
- Paimon: Wow, if we're the first ones to test out the activities, who knows what surprises there could be waiting for us...
- Paimon: But if we hit a tough spot, we'll just have to rely on our skills to carry us through!
- Navia: Hopefully it goes without saying that I'd never put you in danger, partner. I carefully checked all the existing activities before you arrived, and I can assure you that they're all perfectly safe.
- Navia: I also wanted you to experience the activities before anyone else gets to. It'll be fun! Plus, we'd like to hear your thoughts and suggestions!
- Paimon: Hehe, those are two things Navia is best at — making people feel safe, and having fun!
- Navia: Great. Well, I can't wait to hear what you think! Your input is super important to us.
- Navia: Alright then, let's start with Eclectic Escapades and put our first guide together!
- (Talk to Navia, optional)
- Navia: Alright then. Time to try out Eclectic Escapades. I'll leave the strategy guide to you guys!
- (A tutorial appears)
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Collect the required number of Adventure Coins and reach the destination to complete the challenge.
Beware of some traps in the stage that will decrease challenge time if touched.
Special skills can create Acceleration Rings in front of the character while they are diving or gliding.
Not only can you speed up using these skills, but you can also use them to dodge obstacles or break through terrain!
- (After completing the Eclectic Escapades minigame)
- Navia: Both of you seem even more excited than before. Looks like your first trial run didn't disappoint!
- The challenge format is super easy to get into!
- And it ties in perfectly with the film theme.
- Paimon: Paimon hasn't actually watched that many films, but after trying it out... she might just be hooked! We should check out the film that it's based on!
- Navia: Great job, Paimon! That's exactly what our enthusiast friends were hoping you'd say.
- Navia: They'd be beyond delighted to hear that visitors are curious about the films that inspired these attractions!
- Navia: Some have even been willing to contribute extra funds out of their own pockets — where budgets have allowed, of course.
- Paimon: Out of their own pockets...?
- Navia: That's right! While the Spina di Rosula covers the cost of basic booth materials and rental fees, many fans have personally funded promotional materials and related merchandise.
- Navia: The cost of the booth itself isn't their main expense. Some of them have already started designing spin-off products inspired by film characters.
- Navia: Take our official mascot, Surintendante Chevalmarin, for instance. She won second place in the last "Most Popular Character" poll for the comic film category, and was even dubbed "the pinnacle of round, bouncy cuteness."
- Navia: Many people have expressed interest in designing cushions based on her image, using the highest quality fabrics and hiring the most skilled artisans to mass-produce them...
- Navia: These cushions will officially go on sale at the next convention alongside lots of similar products!
- Now that you mention it, I kinda want one too...
- Navia: Sounds irresistible, right? Plus, as Surintendante Chevalmarin's guardian and official image rights agent, Furina will receive sixty percent of the sales revenue!
- Shouldn't Furina be getting a sizable cut?
- Navia: Don't worry, as Surintendante Chevalmarin's guardian and official image rights agent, Furina's already getting sixty percent of the sales revenue!
- Navia: After all, the fans are doing this voluntarily — not for profit, but to promote Surintendante Chevalmarin's adorable image.
- Navia: The more Mora that ends up in Furina's purse, the better Surintendante Chevalmarin's meals will be — and who wouldn't be happy to hear that?
- Paimon: Hehe, Paimon likes the sound of that! Everyone working hard for something they all love, without worrying about profit!
- Navia: Still, we can't just ignore Mora completely. Whether it's fan creations or official commercial projects, some level of financial balance is still necessary.
- Navia: The same logic applies to the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland taken as a whole.
- Navia: Once we've finished the standardized strategy guides, our attractions can officially be opened to the public. But we can't take personal charge of the ticketing process.
- Navia: There's plenty of work to do at the various booths, and the park itself is a work in progress. We'll need to assign dedicated employees to maintain and manage each attraction...
- Navia: There's a recruitment section on the park's bulletin board. We've received many applications, and each candidate has their strengths. Our job is to match the best candidates to each attraction based on their overall performance.
- Navia: Once assigned, the staff will keep the attractions running, ensuring a continuous revenue stream!
- Paimon: Wait, so we've suddenly gone from being playtesters to... Heads of Human Resources? That's definitely a first for us...
- I have very high standards when it comes to reviewing resumes!
- I'll make an awesome boss.
- Paimon: Just don't hold everyone up to your own standards, okay? You can't expect everyone else to be as capable as you...
- Paimon: Alright, time to review some resumes! Fingers crossed, we'll get some exceptional candidates!
- (Talk to Navia, optional)
- Navia: When reviewing resumes, pay attention to each applicant's area of expertise!
- (After confirming the hire)
- Paimon: Looks like this particular employee is really getting into their role...
- Wishing them success on the job!
- I'll be monitoring their attendance closely!
- Navia: Hahaha, you're both doing great. You sound more like bosses than I do!
- Navia: In any case, with this, the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland is now officially open!
- Navia: Running a theme park is a long-term project. You won't make much if you try and rush it.
- Navia: We're just about done with our current work setup, so let's take a short break and wait for this cycle's revenue report to come in.
- (Talk to Navia, optional)
- Navia: Well, this cycle of operations sure got us off to a good start. On to the next one!
- (End the current cycle)
- Navia: Well, the numbers might not look that impressive, but given that we're just getting the ball rolling, I'd say that wasn't a bad start!
- Navia: Building on this momentum, we must consider rolling out more unique business strategies during the next cycle!
- Navia: To draw in the crowds, I've invited one of Fontaine's very own celebrity chefs — my good friend Escoffier!
- Navia: She'll be "performing" right here in the amusement park's restaurant. On that note, let's go catch up with her!
- Paimon: So is the restaurant part of our business strategy too? There are so many layers to this operation...
- (Talk to Escoffier)
- Escoffier: Mmm...
- Escoffier: The restaurant is up to standard, and the waterside location will make for a unique dining experience. The beautiful scenic reflections in the water create a stunning backdrop, lifting diners' spirits and allowing them to truly savor their meals.
- Escoffier: Ingredients, check... Cooking utensils, check... Looks like we're ready to rumble.
- Paimon: Hey there, Escoffier!
- Escoffier: Oh! My employers are here.
- Escoffier: The president of the Spina di Rosula, plus the famous (Traveler) and Paimon... I must say, you seem a bit overqualified to be running a film-themed amusement park.
- Navia: I'd say that if anyone here was overqualified, it would be the former head chef of the Hotel Debord... Wherever you walk, the aroma of fine cuisine follows in your wake.
- Escoffier: Ahem... Let's get back to business.
- Escoffier: I'm guessing you want (Traveler) to help me decide the theme dish for each cycle. Right?
- "Theme dish"...?
- Navia: This is the business strategy I mentioned earlier — using Escoffier's top-tier dishes to attract more visitors to the park!
- Navia: But this isn't just about attracting visitors. Her culinary masterpieces will surely have other surprising effects!
- Navia: Just imagine, Paimon, if all you needed was a single ticket to enjoy all the attractions and taste all the legendary food... Wouldn't you be tempted?
- Paimon: Th—Th—Th... Then Paimon'd come every single day...
- Do you do annual passes?
- I'd find a way to live here!
- Escoffier: Now, here's the twist: To get the most out of this strategy, the menu can't be made public.
- Escoffier: Based on research by a certain food branding consultant, many restaurants have started offering a special "Chef's Surprise" dish.
- Escoffier: So, give me some inspiration every few business cycles, and I'll decide on our next theme dish.
- Escoffier: Now then, give me your hand.
- My... hand?
- I had no idea inspiration could be physically transferred...
- Escoffier: Mm, a warm and energetic feel.
- Escoffier: Your hands are callused from wielding your sword, but still quite delicate. When you grasp its hilt, it's like you're holding the bow of a violin...
- Escoffier: A sword, then... The theme this time shall be "strength."
- Escoffier: Alright! Let's find out what "strength" looks like in gastronomical form...
- (After selecting the dish)
- Escoffier: I've refined the sauce for these Barbeque Ribs. It's a richer flavor than the classic version, but not at all greasy.
- Escoffier: The Mint extract in the seasoning leaves a refreshing aftertaste — perfect for indulging yourself after a fun-filled day.
- Escoffier: But if you ask me, I'd say the artisans need these more than the guests.
- Paimon: The artisans?
- Escoffier: As I'm sure you've noticed, this park isn't quite finished. A serving of these Barbeque Ribs should help the artisans replenish their strength much more quickly.
- Escoffier: As their bosses, you have an obligation to provide meals for them. So why not invite them to dine here?
- Escoffier: Who knows, the morale boost might even improve their productivity.
- Navia: Oh? If I recall correctly, you once served up some special Fish and Chips for the porters over at the Fleuve Cendre...
- Navia: For several days after, the workers were all incredibly efficient. They'd finish eight hours of work in just five, and then because they clocked out early, they'd come back completely refreshed the next day.
- Escoffier: Then there's no time to lose. Go invite the artisans over while these ribs are still hot. I'll prepare some side dishes and desserts too.
- Paimon: That's a great idea! You really live up to your reputation, Escoffier!
- Paimon: Looks like these theme dishes are gonna make a huge difference after all! We'll have to make sure we check in with you regularly!
- You and Navia invite the artisans over, treating them to a delicious feast of special Barbeque Ribs...
- (After the cutscene)
- Paimon: The artisans are pumped and ready to roll thanks to that theme dish!
- Navia: And perfect timing, too! Let's take this chance to take the facilities of our Eclectic Escapades to the next level.
- (Talk to Escoffier, optional)
- Escoffier: Mm, that unique aroma... I wonder how you'll inspire my cooking this time?
Check the "theme dish."
- Escoffier: Alright then, I'll just go with the flow. It's about time for a fresh new flavor.
- (Opens the Theme Restaurant menu)
- What's it like working here?
- Escoffier: Hmm... I'd say it's quite similar to working at the tavern in the Fleuve Cendre.
- Escoffier: There's something special about seeing diners' faces light up when they taste your food... You don't get that working in the closed-off kitchen in a grand hotel.
- Escoffier: If something like this comes up again, just call me. Don't worry, we know each other. No commission fee needed — I won't take a single Mora.
- Thanks, Escoffier.
- Escoffier: It's nothing. Just take care not to overwork yourself!
- (Talk to Navia, optional)
- Navia: Now that everything's going smoothly, it's about time we upgraded our facilities!
- (After upgrading the stall)
- Paimon: We should be able to attract more customers by upgrading this stall, don'cha think?
- Navia: That's right! Based on my business experience with the Spina di Rosula, I've quantified the "service value" to help you intuitively understand how satisfied customers are with each stall.
- Navia: An attraction will reach its ideal revenue only when its "service value" meets customer expectations. As we improve and expand our facilities, expectations will also increase accordingly.
- Navia: When that happens, we can deploy more capable employees, or invest funds in training to enhance our employees' skills!
- (After training a staff member)
- Navia: Whew... That should be everything. Looks like you've pretty much mastered how to run this park!
- Paimon: Huh? Have we really?
- Paimon: Thinking about it... We have learned quite a lot, haven't we?
- Just goes to show how well Navia explained it all.
- Couldn't have done it without Navia's guidance!
- Navia: Not at all. I wouldn't say I taught you much. Your intuition's been guiding the way, mostly!
- Navia: I imagine "long-term operations" sounded like a scary prospect the first time I mentioned it, huh?
- Navia: But don't let that scare you! Just break things down into smaller steps and tackle them one at a time. Even if you're not a genius or naturally gifted, you'll get it done in the end!
- Paimon: Whoa, seeing her own progress has really got Paimon fired up! Actually, she's gonna jot your words of encouragement right down, hehe...
- Paimon: From here on out, we'll be running the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland together — let's make it a big success!
Unsorted Voice-Overs
- Escoffier: Alright! Let's find out what "strength" looks like in gastronomical form...
- Navia: Aha! The essence of Escoffier's classic improvisational method — "mystery dishes inspired by key ingredients," as she puts it!
Post-Quest Dialogue
After completing this quest, Navia can be found in the open world.
Available before reaching Business Level 9 in Amusement Park Management.
- Navia: You've got this park off to a great start, partner! The ball's really starting to roll, huh?
- Navia: Ah, I can't wait to see how it'll all turn out... Hehe, how exciting!
Available while Business Level is 9 to 14 in Amusement Park Management.
- Navia: Our popularity's steadily rising, and our attractions just keep getting better!
- Navia: I love the whole feel of the place, it's so fun! We should host more events like this in the future!
Available after reaching Business Level 15 in Amusement Park Management.
- Navia: Our most recent financial report is looking great! This park's struck a chord with film buffs all over.
- Navia: Maybe you could be our spokesperson next time we hold a similar event?
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Business Acumen From the Spina | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 来自刺玫会的经营学问 | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 來自刺玫會的經營學問 | |
| Japanese | 「棘薔薇の会」に学ぶ運営法 | |
| Korean | 가시 장미회의 경영학 Gasi Jangmihoe'ui Gyeong'yeonghak | |
| Spanish | El saber de los negocios de Spina di Rosula | Business Knowledge from Spina di Rosula |
| French | Le sens des affaires de la Spina | Business Acumen From the Spina |
| Russian | Деловая хватка Спина- Delovaya khvatka Spina-di-Rosula | Spina di Rosula's Business Acumen |
| Thai | ปรัชญาการบริหารจากองค์กรกุหลาบหนาม | |
| Vietnamese | Kinh Nghiệm Kinh Doanh Từ Spina di Rosula | |
| German | Unternehmerische Einsicht der Spina di Rosula | Business Acumen of the Spina di Rosula |
| Indonesian | Ilmu Manajemen dari Spina di Rosula | |
| Portuguese | Faro de Negócios da Spina | |
| Turkish | Spina'nın Ticari Dehası | |
| Italian | Senso degli affari della Spina |
Change History
Released in Version 5.6