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EventStory

Dance Exchanges — A Beautiful Start

Main article: Dance Exchanges — A Beautiful Start

Quest Description

You encounter a group of unusual visitors from Sumeru at the People of the Springs...

(Approach Nusta)

Paimon: Are the People of the Springs holding some kind of event? Seems like there's more visitors around here...

Paimon: Paimon sees someone from Sumeru over there, too... and they're putting on some kind of dance performance?

Nusta: Ay-yai-yai! I see that our dazzling hero and the adorable Advisor Paimon are here too!

Nusta: To the warrior I respect most, champion of both the martial and dance arts, and connoisseur of life — I extend to you my most sincere greetings!

Paimon: Mmm, you look kinda familiar, Miss...

Paimon: Also, how is it you know that dancing makes (‍‍) really happy?

Nusta: That's because I saw (‍‍/‍‍) having such a good time dancing at the Stadium of the Sacred Flame!

Nusta: After we took a picture together, I went off to an inconspicuous corner to watch (‍‍) dance while munching on my Saurus Crackers.

Nusta: Dancing is all about relaxing and letting yourself go! I had to stop myself from jumping up there to play backup dancer!

Ah, I remember you now!

Nusta: And I'm most honored that you do!

I definitely won't forget you from now on.

Nusta: Haha! That's exactly the kick in the rear I need. Guess I've gotta push myself harder and do something truly remarkable!

Nusta: Jokes aside, as you can see, we have a few friends from Sumeru here with us.

Nusta: Mutota, Amina, Pacal, and Mualani came together, and it was decided that the Flower-Feather Clan would host them together with the Children of Echoes and People of the Springs.

Paimon: Looks like there are quite a few Eremite mercenaries here too...

Paimon: Let me guess, you folks became friends with them after some sort of fight or skirmish?

Nusta: Heh, sort of! But we didn't fight each other, if that's what you're thinking.

Nusta: So, we were having a barbecue party at the southern edge of the Desert of Hadramaveth when this bunch of vicious red vultures showed up and attacked us, right when we were too stuffed to even move...

Nusta: And they were using all these really sneaky tactics. We tried to fight them the best we could, but they eventually wore us down with their use of the terrain there. In the end, we were so exhausted we had no choice but to beat a retreat.

Nusta: To our surprise, we ran into a group of mercenaries while pulling back, and they started up this mysterious war-dance right in front of the vultures...

Nusta: That must have sent some kind of message to the vultures, because they actually backed off after that!

Paimon: Did you just say that they shooed off the red vultures with a... war-dance?

I can't imagine how terrifyingly odd those dance moves must've been...

Are you sure those vultures weren't already acquainted with the mercenaries or something?

Nusta: Totally incredible, isn't it? We were really curious about the secret of that dance too!

Nusta: After tidying up the camp, we ate and drank to our hearts' content, and it was only after we were done that we started swapping pointers on dance techniques...

Nusta: After that, whenever we were interrupted by other monsters or wild beasts, we'd simply grab our weapons and let them have it!

Nusta: In less than two weeks, we became ironclad battle buddies *and* dance buddies for life!

Nusta: And before we said our goodbyes, we agreed to formally visit each other's camps in the future to keep the "dance exchange" going. This is the beginning of that.

Paimon: Wait, (‍‍) — Paimon doesn't think we've ever taken part in this sort of... dance exchange between the peoples of Sumeru and Natlan before, have we?

Nope. It does sound pretty novel to me.

I'd love to see it for myself.

Nusta: Since we have such a special opportunity, how about you give us a masterclass while you're with us?

Nusta: Mualani's here too, by the way. Definitely the most joyful dance rep among us.

Nusta: Besides, our friends from The Eremites have gone all out and hired one of their famous local dancers to lead and advise the Sumeru group.

Nusta: I'm sure you two know that dancer too!

Paimon: Paimon thinks she knows who you're talking about. Heh, we should give her a big surprise later...

Ha! Count me in!

I refuse to miss out on something like this!

Nusta: Haha! This day just keeps getting better! As Mualani would say, the vibe is now absolutely vibing!

Nusta: Come, come, let's go look for lil' Taraneh!

(Talk to Taraneh)

Taraneh: Oh my, oh my! If it isn't the famous (‍‍)?

Taraneh: And here I thought we were already exceptionally fortunate to have Miss Nilou with us. Now, we have the ultimate pro here too!

Nusta: Oh, yeah, keep going, keep complimenting (‍‍). It's music to my ears!

Paimon: Huh? Wasn't Paimon the one who was supposed to say that?

Nusta: That's right! Ah, when Advisor Paimon says the same words, they sound so light and nimble, like the soft, bouncy sound of a ukulele...

Nusta: And when I say those very words, the words come out like the riffs of a drummer half a barrel deep in drink — punchy and steeped in rhythm.

Nusta: Of course, I've learned from Master Iansan that double-kicking the bass drum is always better. Ideally, it should roll nonstop like an automatic gun.

Nusta: So, it doesn't really matter if we share the same lines, because we complement each other with our voices anyway, like in a chorus. Besides, we can even help you nail the rhythm.

Paimon: H—Huh? What in the world are you going on about...?

Taraneh: I think Nusta got straight to the heart of the matter — rhythm.

Taraneh: Just because our dance is free and expressive doesn't mean we can do whatever we want. At the very least, we still have to make sure our key movements land right on the beat.

Taraneh: We already have the new choreography in place, but our newcomers and... the new saurians who have come to try it out are struggling to find their rhythm.

Taraneh: Since you're here, (‍‍), would you mind helping us out as a rhythm coach?

Taraneh: I bet that our newcomers and new saurians will be able to focus up and learn quickly with you around!

Sure! My rhythm's rock solid.

I may not be a professional, but I'm confident I can pull this off.

Paimon: Um... Then... Paimon'll cheer you on from the sidelines...?

Paimon: And... she'll also send everyone you're leading her moral support!

(Gameplay tutorial begins)

People of the Springs Member: Pay attention to me!

People of the Springs Member: Focus on the drumbeats in the music.

People of the Springs Member: All moves begin after two drumbeats

People of the Springs Member: Just like...

(After two drumbeats, she points up a few times)

People of the Springs Member: Next, keep your eyes on the spotlight!

(A purple spotlight shines on her)

People of the Springs Member: When the light shines on me, memorize my movements

People of the Springs Member: When the light shines on you, try to repeat my moves

People of the Springs Member: Take your cues from the drumbeats and the spotlight and follow my movements!

(After a few moves)

People of the Springs Member: Time to ramp up the difficulty! Remember all my moves!

(After a few combo moves)

People of the Springs Member: Move to the rhythm of your heart!

(The quest ends)

We'll Dance Together Again!

Main article: We'll Dance Together Again!

Quest Description

The dance exchange has been incredibly fruitful for both the Natlan and Sumeru dancers...

(Talk to Nusta): Nusta: Well done, everyone! I must say, this exchange has been absolute perfection so far!; Nusta: Quite a few of our friends from Sumeru have learned our styles of dance... I can already see our dances spreading across Teyvat!; Nusta: I hope we can take turns to visit each other and make this dance exchange a regular tradition in the future!; Paimon: So, will the saurians of Natlan be able to do blade-dances like The Eremites do?; There's also that legendary "war-dance"...; The kind that can scare red vultures off...; Taraneh: Huh? Are you talking about the intimidating actions that Uncle Scimitar and the others used to scare off the Consecrated Red Vultures the first time Nusta met him?; Taraneh: Did he not tell you where those movements are from?; Nusta: Yeah, he did. What did he call that dance...? "The Duet of Flame-Mane and Heron's Guard"? I like that name — conveys both grace and power!; Paimon: Ooh, those two names sounds familiar!; Reminds me of two of my friends...; I think I can guess at what's going on...; Taraneh: (‍Traveler‍) and Paimon — yes, I suppose this won't come as a complete surprise to you.; Taraneh: The place where you encountered the Consecrated Red Vultures is close to a road frequented by the Blazing Beasts' sumpter beast caravan.; Taraneh: Some time ago, a caravan that was carrying Dehya and Candace back to Aaru Village encountered that very same flock of red vultures.; Taraneh: The two of them, feeling like they hadn't quite gotten their fill of exercise on that outing, decided to go all out on those vultures.; Taraneh: Since then, whenever a member of the Blazing Beasts mimics their actions, those vultures simply take off.; Paimon: Ah. It's just as Paimon thought...; Paimon: Guess the vultures were just unlucky that day, huh? To have run into *both* Dehya and Candace...?; They were asking for it.; Dehya and Candace did good!; Nusta: I'll say! Gah, can't believe I missed the chance to learn from these two aces...; Nusta: You must introduce me to the two of them the next time we go to Sumeru!; Nusta: I'd love to pick their brains on boxing techniques, especially how to catch the rhythm on those crazy fast, powerful punches that get their energy all the way from the feet, through the legs and torso, before exploding out of the arms and into the fist!; Taraneh: Ha! I'm sure that the lot of you will end up drinking the night away, too...; Taraneh: I'll have to prepare something to sober you all up.

Open-World Dialogue

Amina and Mutota

Amina: Our friends from Sumeru are so warm and friendly! And the gifts they brought, especially those specialty dishes and ingredients, are great too!

Mutota: Next time, I should plan things out with Mualani ahead of time so we can be better prepared.

Amina: We need to make sure they get our best dishes! But at the same time, they don't like things to be too formal or stuffy, so we'll have to find the right balance.

Mualani

Mualani: Heyoo! How does it feel to lead everyone in dance, (‍‍)? Were you surprised to see your Sumeru friends here among the People of the Springs?

Dancing makes me feel good!

Mualani: Heh, glad to hear that!

Mualani: With this wonderful start, we've become fast friends and allies with The Eremites' Blazing Beasts!

Mualani: I hope we can have exchanges like this regularly. It'd be so wonderful for everyone to come together and dance freely, without a care in the world.

Mualani: It'd be like, like... a monthly get-together among friends! Nothing too fancy or formal. Just relaxed, spontaneous, and fun!

Mualani: Who knows, maybe it won't be long before we come up with a Natlan-Sumeru fusion dance style that blends the passion of our rolling plains with the wild energy of Sumeru's desert...

Mualani: Oh, oh, that might be a bit intense. Maybe that's better suited for a war-dance instead?

Mualani: Then... how about "the warm steam of the hot springs, mingled with the rich, complex scent of flowers from the rainforest... a sensation both dynamic and elegant"?

I'm all for everyone getting together and learning from each other!

Let's invite more friends next time!

Mualani: Heh, actually, I did also invite Kachina to join us this time.

Mualani: Unfortunately, she's busy "honing some sort of new skill in private." She also mentioned she's preparing some kind of gift for the two of you...

Mualani: Also, shh! Don't tell her I told you that! This stays between us, 'kay?

Mualani: You'll find out what that mystery gift is the next time you see her!

Mualani: As for future dance exchanges, you can count on me. They're gonna be a blast!

Surprise, Nilou!

Mualani: Hoho! I didn't know you knew such an amazing dancer. You should've introduced us sooner!

Mualani: Watching Nilou dance has opened my eyes to a whole new world...

Mualani: Dance as I knew it was mostly as a way to let all my energy out.

Mualani: It'd give me a powerful energy boost, lift my mood, and also prepare my body for other forms of physical activity, even combat.

Mualani: It was only after watching Nilou dance that I realized how even slow movements and gentle music can touch the heart so deeply.

Mualani: I'm not sure how to put it in words... It was like she was wrapped in that glow you see along the edge of the Spiritway. All I could say was "Beautiful," and "I want to see you do that again"...

Mualani: Honestly, if Nilou danced all day, I'd sit down and watch her the whole time!

Mualani: Ha! But I kid! I wouldn't want to tire her out like that!

You should meet my other friends too!

I count all kinds of experts and pros among them!

Mualani: Why, are you trying to entice me into following you around all the time?

Mualani: But as tempting as it sounds... I know better than to trouble you like that!

Mualani: So, whenever you're ready, just call me, or swing by People of the Springs with your friends. I'd love to meet them!

Awesome! That sounds like all kinds of fun!

Mualani: Hahaha! Then be sure to bring your dance-loving friends around more, y'hear?

Nilou

Nilou: I didn't expect to run into you again so soon after our last meeting. Certainly not in a different nation... Hehe, you have no idea how at ease and happy that makes me feel!

I'm glad to see you too.

Nilou: It was definitely the right decision to come on this trip...

Nilou: It happened just after Lesser Lord Kusanali had left the Zubayr Theater. That was when Miss Taraneh came to us with a cart full of gifts and explained the details of this dance exchange event.

Nilou: I was a bit worried about coming to Natlan since I had heard the locals are passionate about their battle techniques. I wasn't sure if I'd run into really scary, aggressive people here.

Nilou: But I was pleasantly surprised by what I discovered here. It turns out that the people here in Natlan aren't obsessed with battle or fanatics or anything like that. They're just people who train with vigor and are always pushing themselves to become better.

Nilou: In particular, I found Miss Nusta's group to be full of energy and joy. Thanks to them, I've made several adorable saurian friends!

Nilou: Every tribe's saurians have their own charms. They all have these beautiful colors and such soft, gentle voices. When I spend time with them, the whole day just slips by before I know it...

Which type of saurian do you like best, Nilou?

Nilou: They're all so adorable. I don't really have a "favorite" to speak of at this time...

Nilou: The Yumkasaurus and Iktomisaurus were so drawn to the Sumeru Rose scent from the face powder I use that they kept circling me the first time we met.

Nilou: Surprisingly, the Tatankasaurus and Qucusaurus took a liking to the Candied Ajilenakh Nuts we brought. They'd eat their fill, then fall asleep by our bonfire. Sometimes, I could even hear them snoring faintly.

Nilou: The Koholasauruses are all so well-behaved and listen to Mualani. Some of them even make sure to wash their little feet before they help Miss Taraneh and the others with the laundry...

Nilou: Oh, there's also a Tepetlisaurus that seems really interested in dance rhythms. I hear that she's a regular performer over at the Children of Echoes.

Nilou: Hopefully that saurian will be able to fully master the fundamentals of dance with your coaching.

I've got confidence!

I'll give it my best shot!

Nilou: Go for it! But please make sure to conserve your energy. It's best to just relax and have fun instead of exhausting yourself.

Did you have fun with Mualani?

Nilou: Mmhmm! It feels like... I was able to unleash all of myself? That was amazing...

Nilou: I'm meeting Mualani for the first time, but incredibly, she doesn't feel like a stranger at all... Everything feels so natural and easy with her.

Nilou: Miss Taraneh even says that when we talk to each other, it's like we're two long-lost sisters.

Nilou: I might be exaggerating a bit, but it wouldn't be far off to say we're getting along like childhood friends.

Nilou: Sometimes, I feel a bit uneasy when I come across things that are completely unfamiliar to me here in Natlan.

Nilou: For example, when I first started interacting with the adult saurians, I'd subconsciously slow my breathing and watch them closely for any signs of hostility...

Nilou: But with Mualani's help, I started to build up the courage to interact with the saurians and ease into the local activities. Little by little, I began to enjoy things the way my friends in Natlan do.

Nilou: Her willingness to try new things, and the way she actively seeks out different things that give her joy... She's really such an inspiration to me.

Nilou: It feels like I'm basking in the afternoon sun, with both my body and mind wrapped in a gentle warmth...

If I have any questions about dancing, I'll be coming to you for help!

Nilou: Sure! I'll be here waiting for you during this time.

Nusta

Available after completing Dance Exchanges — A Beautiful Start.

Nusta: Looking good there, (‍‍)! Now, we have several dance groups here and all kinds of stages set up, so you can dance till you drop if you like!

Then let's get started!

Nusta: Woohoo! Alright, dancers on your marks! Music, stand by... Take the stage, coach!

Nusta, could I have a quick word with you first? Nothing too serious.

Nusta: Sure! We can chat as long as you like. Just, ah, hold on a sec...

Nusta: Mmm, I'm good, just a lil' tipsy! So, what do you want to talk about, dear hero?

Did you enjoy your trip to Sumeru?

Nusta: Haha, of course! I couldn't be happier! Besides that little Wenut incident, we also encountered so many fascinating people and things—

Nusta: A team of four chefs hailing from different nations, shuttling between Sumeru and Fontaine, rustling up amazing dishes no matter the ingredients that land in their laps...

Nusta: A beast tamer returning from the far desert with her Fungus companions, her ladylike demeanor strikingly juxtaposed against her Eremite dress...

Nusta: Not to mention the female mercenary with the pretty pigtails, an expert with her twin blades who loves dancing around the bonfire at night...

Nusta: I have to say, it doesn't feel right having you stand here chatting with me without a drink or some snacks in hand.

Nusta: How about I buy you a nice meal when you have some time? Then we can chat as we eat!

How are your people doing these days?

Nusta: Whoa! First, I must thank you for your concern on their behalf.

Nusta: Two of the four were injured in battle, but it's nothing serious. They've just about recovered at this point.

Nusta: If anything, they're all bursting with energy right now. How about we go and get some practice in with them sometime?

So, what's next for you?

Nusta: Mmm... besides coaching boxing and dance, I think I'd like to try my hand at playing in a band too.

Nusta: Master Iansan taught me a lot about drumming when the Collective of Plenty came to help our tribe. I'm really digging it!

Nusta: I did see you and her from a distance while at the Easybreeze Resort... That's right, I should say that I saw the Pyro Archon's band in action.

Nusta: Once I get good enough at the drums, I'll play for you! Whatever song you call, I'll do my best to make it perfect!

Let's exchange some pointers about dance in a bit!

Nusta: Of course! Nothing beats dancing with everyone after I've had my fill at the dinner table!

Taraneh

Taraneh: Hello, esteemed traveler! I'm truly delighted to meet you here!

How about a game of Genius Invokation TCG?

Taraneh: Huh? Here?

Taraneh: But... Eh, I guess it's fine. Playing a couple of rounds of Genius Invokation TCG while traveling seems perfectly reasonable.

Taraneh: Well, it'll be my honor then!

Adventure Challenge

(Same as regular dialogue)

It's been a while since I last saw you, Miss Taraneh...

Taraneh: Ah, didn't expect you to remember me! My performance spot is a bit off the beaten path, after all...

I've heard people talking about your dance skills in a few places...

Just thinking about your dance lifts my spirits!

Taraneh: I'm so grateful to hear that... It's possibly the highest compliment one could receive! I'll keep improving so I can inspire even more people with my dancing.

Taraneh: The most important thing is to live your life well and share your positivity with everyone around you!

I'll be going now.

Taraneh: All right, see you later!

Uncle Scimitar

Uncle Scimitar: Hold on a second... Boss (‍‍)? So you're the "VIP guest" Miss Nusta was talking about?

We... met in Fontaine, didn't we?

Uncle Scimitar: That's right! I was there to help a director with an event, and I even applied for a job at your movie theater!

Uncle Scimitar: But running into you again here in south Natlan... Heh, what are the odds? If I'd known, I would've roped Dehya in too.

Uncle Scimitar: Too bad she's tied up with something else. I'm sure she’d love this — and she'd totally hit it off with that pro surfer too!

I did run into her recently!

She's another busy bee, that's for sure!

Uncle Scimitar: Isn't she? Over the years, there's been more and more contact between the rainforest and the desert peoples.

Uncle Scimitar: Apart from her work managing the Blazing Beasts, she's also always coordinating things between the two sides alongside Miss Candace.

Uncle Scimitar: That kinda work just isn't something simple folks like us get, y'know?

Uncle Scimitar: As such, quite a few of us have started picking up things like arithmetic, hoping to help lighten Dehya's load as soon as we can...

Uncle Scimitar: When that day comes, you'll see Dehya on vacation everywhere!

Sorry, I'm not sure if we've met before...

Uncle Scimitar: That's alright! I'm one of Dehya's lads. You're her most important friend, and that makes you our (‍‍/‍‍) too!

Uncle Scimitar: We'll follow your lead when we're out there! After this get-together, just say the word, and your brothers here will be there to take care of any problem.

That's alright, my good fellow. Relax!

Let's just take it easy and enjoy this peaceful vacation, shall we?

Uncle Scimitar: Fair enough... With your skills, you can handle enemies no matter where you are anyway. Besides, I could stand to relax a bit instead of being ready to draw my scimitar everywhere I go.

Uncle Scimitar: Even Natlan's fiercest warriors are just focused on perfecting their combat skills. Honor is also very important to them as fighters.

Uncle Scimitar: I guess this means I won't have to worry about Taraneh anymore, except maybe when she's traveling along that stretch of desert west of Wadi Al-Majuj. She might even be able to travel on her own someday...

Taraneh?

Uncle Scimitar: Oh, she's the daughter of one of my brothers. I've known her since she was a child!

Uncle Scimitar: Taraneh's father took an arrow that'd have otherwise killed me...

...

Uncle Scimitar: He spent a few years recovering after that. Unfortunately, he got a bit out of shape during that time, so he ended up going into the goods transport business instead.

Uncle Scimitar: These days, he's doing pretty well over at Port Ormos, and even invites the whole lot of us over for a good meal and drinks every couple of months or so.

Uncle Scimitar: In fact, he's the one who's footing the bill for Miss Nilou and the rest of them this time.

(Lets out sigh of relief)

Uncle Scimitar: Here's a funny story for you. After meeting little Nusta on the road, we decided to come to Natlan. Since we were going to dance, I thought we'd bring Taraneh along too..

Uncle Scimitar: But because Taraneh ain't the most confident in her dancing, she wanted to ask Miss Nilou to be the consultant on this trip. But the poor girl was hesitant about that too, because guess what, she'd never even talked to her idol before.

Uncle Scimitar: So we suggested that Dehya write a letter of introduction and send it along with a bunch of gifts. And it worked!

Uncle Scimitar: Then, when they got here, they ran into that pro surfer too, and everyone really hit it off... It's been such a relief for Taraneh's father and I to see them so happy here.

Uncle Scimitar: I reckon Taraneh will finally be able to shake off that rough patch she was stuck in after this trip.

That's a good thing!

I'm so happy for her!

Uncle Scimitar: Yeah, it just goes to show how much spending time with good, cheerful friends and getting out can do for a person's head.

Alright, you must be busy, so I shan't keep you any longer. Let's chat again later!

Uncle Scimitar: Don't worry about me! I'll be around whenever.

(After We'll Dance Together Again!): Uncle Scimitar: Alright, I'll have to go prepare for the journey back.; Uncle Scimitar: I'll see you again, (‍Traveler‍)!