Shutterflash Memory Hunt/Story

Hot in a Flash, or Cold Just as Fast

Main article: Hot in a Flash, or Cold Just as Fast

Quest Description

It is said that Lepine-Pauline has developed a groundbreaking new lens. But why does her apprentice Ninette look on the verge of tears?

(Approach Ninette)

(Ninette notices the Traveler and Paimon passing by her stall at some distance)

Ninette: (...Could they be the ones Master mentioned? The golden-haired traveler, and that flying fairy dressed in white...)

(The Traveler and Paimon notice and approach Ninette)

Paimon: Huh? Why are you staring at us and muttering like that? Is there something weird on our faces?

Ninette: Ah! M—My apologies! I didn't mean to! I just... I just thought...

There's no rush. Please, take your time.

Do I know you?

Ninette: I... I'm Ninette, and my master is Lepine-Pauline. She told me about you... said you're the legendary adventurer (‍‍), and that you travel with your best companion, Paimon!

Ninette: I... I never imagined I'd really get to see you in person...

Paimon: Oh! So you're Lepine-Pauline's apprentice! Guess her business has really been booming lately, huh?

Ninette: Yes! And it's all thanks to her that I was able to get back on my feet after a really hard time.

Did something happen?

Ninette: I used to study photography under another teacher.

Ninette: I wanted to make it on my own someday, so I spent all my savings on the best Kamera equipment I could afford.

Ninette: My teacher said my skills weren't bad, and I really believed that if I just took good photos, I'd be able to make a living.

Ninette: But... when I actually went out on the streets and saw people, I got so nervous that I couldn't get a single word out.

Ninette: Every time I tried to say, "Hello, would you like a photo?", the words just got stuck in my throat.

Ninette: In the end, everyone just went to the photographers who were friendlier and better at talking to people.

Ninette: Before I knew it, I'd almost run out of Mora... and I even thought about selling my Kamera just to get by...

That must've been really hard.

Ninette: It was right then that I met Master Lepine-Pauline.

Ninette: When she saw my equipment and the photos I'd taken, she encouraged me and had me work with her to test a new lens.

Ninette: She said there was a calm, gentle quality in my photos... something she didn't see in anyone else's.

Ninette: So when Master finally finished developing the Shutterflash lens, I was really happy! Probably even more than she was!

Paimon: The Shutterflash lens? What kind of lens is that?

Ninette: It captures every movement and expression perfectly, even when the subject's moving really fast!

Ninette: But... it's still in the final testing phase, so we need to take a lot of real-world photos to gather data and make sure it works properly.

Ninette: Since Master's been tied up with other work, she handed this task to me. I was thinking I could try finding a few people to help with the testing...

Ninette: But... it happened again. Whenever I tried to talk to someone I didn't know, I got all flustered and couldn't make any sense...

Ninette: Everyone just looked at me kind of confused... they probably thought I was acting suspicious or something. A few days went by, and I still couldn't find anyone willing to help.

Ninette: *sobbing*... I couldn't even handle something this easy... I guess I really am hopeless...

Paimon: Hey, hey, don't cry! It's really not your fault, okay?

Paimon: Really, asking strangers for help like that is hard for anyone!

Don't beat yourself up over it. You've already tried your best.

In that case... maybe we could lend a hand.

Paimon: Uh-huh! (‍‍)'s got great photo skills! And (‍‍/‍‍) knows tons of people all over the place, so getting models should be super easy!

Ninette: R—Really? You'd actually help me?

Ninette: W—Whoa! Thank you so, so much, (‍‍)!

Ninette: Then... please take this special Kamera with the Shutterflash lens. I'll be counting on you to handle it!

Ninette: Please take some photos of your friends. Try to capture their most natural, expressive moments!

Post-Quest Dialogue

(Talk to Ninette): Ninette: Then... please take this special Kamera with the Shutterflash lens. I'll be counting on you to handle it!; Ninette: Please take some photos of your friends. Try to capture their most natural, expressive moments!

Well Done! What's the Next Big Plan?

Main article: Well Done! What's the Next Big Plan?

Quest Description

With your help, the lens testing is finally complete. But now that Lepine-Pauline has suddenly shown up, it looks like she's already planning another big business venture...

(Approach Ninette): Ninette: (‍Traveler‍), Paimon, you're back!; Took quite a few photos this time.; The "Shutterflash" lens worked great.; Ninette: That's wonderful! Thank you so much for your help!; Ninette: While you were busy taking those photos, I started thinking I can't just stand by and do nothing, or I'll never make any progress...; Ninette: So I worked up the courage to ask a few passersby for help, and I even managed to take quite a few shots myself! I think that should be plenty of data for testing.; Lepine-Pauline: Heh, I knew you wouldn't let me down! Thanks to (‍Traveler‍) for stepping in as well.; Paimon: Lepine-Pauline! When did you get back? Ninette said you've been busy with something else lately.; Lepine-Pauline: Well obviously, it's a massive deal — enough to fill my pockets to the brim!; Lepine-Pauline: Things got pretty busy for me lately, so I'm really glad you were there to help Ninette out.; Lepine-Pauline: She's got the talent and the taste, that's for sure. She's just a bit shy. But with your help, she's really taken an important step forward.; Paimon: So, what's this "massive deal" you've been so mysterious about? Don't tell Paimon you heard another wild rumor and went all in again!; Lepine-Pauline: What? Of course not! I've learned my lesson. This time it's the real deal — safe and sure to make a fortune!; (That doesn't sound entirely convincing...); Lepine-Pauline: Hmph, if I tell you now, it'll ruin the surprise. Once it's done, you'll be the first to try it out!

Post-Quest Dialogue

(Talk to Lepine-Pauline or Ninette): Lepine-Pauline: I've gone over the test data. The Shutterflash lens didn't just meet the theoretical specs — it actually outperformed them, with capture precision nearly flawless!; Lepine-Pauline: With all this valuable performance data, new ideas are already flowing! I can practically see the next generation's design forming in my head!; Ninette: The n—next generation? But, Master... we only just completed the tests for this version...; Lepine-Pauline: I've got to write this down before the ideas slip away! Ninette, hurry, my notebook, quick!; Ninette: Y—Yes...

Open-World Dialogue

Noelle

(Talk to Noelle at the Maid-in-Training photo-taking spot): Noelle: Oh, hello there, Honorary Knight! Are you here to see Master Jean... Or is there something I can help you with?; I'm just having a little stroll.; What are you busy with, Noelle?; Noelle: I'm currently conducting a routine cleanup of the area around the Knights of Favonius offices. Most of the dust has been cleaned out at this point. Next, I'll be re-organizing our old files.; Noelle: Those documents have piled up for a while now. I'm thinking that everyone will have an easier time looking them up if I sort them into different categories.; Noelle: Also, I can learn a lot from those who came before me in the process. That's a form of training too, isn't it?; You're as serious about your work as ever, Noelle.; Noelle: Just doing my duty. You and the other Knights are always pushing forward, so I've got to catch up as soon as I can.; Your resolve deserves remembrance...; ...So allow me to take a photo of you!; Noelle: Huh? Me? I mean, you're most welcome! It's just... I just finished cleaning, so I'll be covered in dust...; Ah, but that's the point! I mean to capture you at your hardest-working!; I mean to set the Maid Knight's "decisive breakthrough" onto film!; Noelle: Um... I—Isn't it a bit too soon to call me that? But if you want to take the photo... It would be my honor, covered in dust though I may be!; Noelle: I'm sure you'll hit the shutter at the perfect moment!
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Noelle again): Noelle: How are things going for you, Honorary Knight? If there's anything I can do to help, just say the word!; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Noelle: Your photo-taking skills are simply flawless!

Eula

(Talk to Eula at the Sword Dance Atop the Waves photo-taking spot): Eula: Ah, (‍Traveler‍). Didn't expect to see you here.; It's been a while, Eula.; Are you on duty?; Eula: A routine patrol, yeah. But as far as I'm concerned, this is a necessary activity that keeps me in fighting shape.; Eula: Mondstadt's enjoyed relative peace lately, and there have hardly been any threats worth mustering the Reconnaissance Company for. As a result, everyone's been going a bit soft.; Work-life balance is a good thing, you know.; Eula: You're not wrong, but as Squad Leader, I must keep my combat strength up at all times.; Eula: After all, the swords of our enemies are not dulled by peace.; Eula: As such, I'm used to finding quiet places to practice my swordsmanship between patrols to make sure I don't get rusty.; In that case, the time is nigh...; Let me take a photo of you!; Eula: Hmm? What an interesting request.; Eula: Still, I move pretty fast. Are you sure your Kamera can keep up?; No need to change a thing!; I'll keep you in the frame, no problem!; Eula: Confidence — I like it. In that case, I'm going to go at full-tilt.; Eula: Watch closely now. The waves rise and fall in but an instant.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Eula again): Eula: How does it look? Fair warning, you're going to be taking photos till I'm satisfied if these shots don't make the cut.; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Eula: Not bad at all. You are pretty good at this, I'll admit.

Kaedehara Kazuha

(Talk to Kaedehara Kazuha at the Leaves Rustling in the Breeze photo-taking spot): Kaedehara Kazuha: The wind here carries a touch of sea-salt and the distant woody scent of merchant ships... and it brings news of old friends, too.; Kaedehara Kazuha: Have you been well, (‍Traveler‍)?; It's been a while, Kazuha.; What brings you here?; Kaedehara Kazuha: The Crux is presently docked in Inazuma for resupply. I decided to take the rare opportunity to visit my homeland, to take in its sights and sounds, and listen to the wind that blows here.; Kaedehara Kazuha: The winds of Ritou are always more clamorous than elsewhere, mixed with partings and reunions, hope and confusion... It is a place where you can hear a great many stories.; Would you mind if I took a picture of you?; I'd like to capture the wind that blows at this moment as well.; Kaedehara Kazuha: Hehe. All things in this world have their shape, and so it is with the wind, albeit glimpsed in the falling leaves, the rising waves, or in the moment when a traveler's clothes flutter.; Kaedehara Kazuha: I hope that my presence will allow you to give shape to this ephemeral force.; Here we go, then.; Just stay as you were earlier and feel the wind.; Kaedehara Kazuha: In that case, may you write the verse that best describes this moment.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Kaedehara Kazuha again): Kaedehara Kazuha: What do you think? Have the verses carried on the wind reached your Kamera as well?; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Kaedehara Kazuha: Excellent composition. You've clearly captured the poetry of the wind.

Yae Miko

(Talk to Yae Miko at the The Scarlet Shadow of Tenshukaku photo-taking spot): Yae Miko: Well, well, little one. What are the odds? Or did you come running after hearing about my itinerary for the day?; Did you just go to see the Shogun?; I can smell something sweet...; Yae Miko: Why, haven't you got a good nose? But no, I was merely bringing some snacks and popular light novels over to a friend who is... not the outgoing sort.; Is Ei following the latest series as well?; Yae Miko: To hear her put it, she means to "learn about recent changes to Inazumans' preferences in entertainment and leisure."; Yae Miko: She even discussed the topic with me. It started as a serious analysis of reader preferences, of course...; Yae Miko: ...But before long, she suddenly asked me, "So, what happened to that character in the end?"; Yae Miko: Hehe, it appears that even the mighty Raiden Ei is not immune to the allure of a thrilling tale.; The look on your face as you said there...; ...Is worthy of remembrance indeed.; Yae Miko: Oh? Is that your true purpose for being here?; Yae Miko: Oh, how you must have missed me during your travels, to want to take these pictures.; Yae Miko: Go on then. But do be discerning with your choice of angles.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Yae Miko again): Yae Miko: How did it go? Are your pictures worthy of Lady Guuji Yae's beauty?; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Yae Miko: Heh, not bad at all, little one.

Cyno

(Use Nahida's All Schemes to Know on Cyno, optional): Cyno: Clues here are as scarce as water in the desert. The next place to investigate should be...

(Talk to Cyno at the Lightning Over the Crimson Sands photo-taking spot): Cyno: ...; That's a serious face you're wearing there.; Are you on the hunt for a criminal?; Cyno: Ah, it's you. No, today's investigations are complete. Nothing unusual was found.; Cyno: I was just thinking about why those passing Eremites seemed so... listless.; A tiring journey, perhaps?; Did they fail in their mission?; Cyno: My guess is that they may be in a "mite" of financial trouble. That sort of thing tends to the "might" out of "Eremight."; How about something a "might" more cheerful?; Could I take a picture of you?; Cyno: Ah, I see. Still, if I were to just stand there, the resulting image might lack impact.; Cyno: Don't worry, I'll use Electro. That should light-nings up a bit.; ...Sounds like a plan. I'll make sure to catch you in action.; Cyno: Alright. It's in your hands. Don't miss out on the critical moment, now.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Cyno again): Cyno: How did it go? Did you catch the "high-light"?; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Cyno: Great job — you took this at just the right time.

Nilou

(Use Nahida's All Schemes to Know on Nilou, optional): Nilou: If that jump was a falling water droplet, then the next step should mimic the look of a ripple across the surface...

(Talk to Nilou at the Dance of Blooming photo-taking spot): Nilou: Ah, (‍Traveler‍), it's you.; Are you practicing, Nilou?; I'm not disturbing you, am I?; Nilou: No, no, not at all. I'm just putting a new dance together, one inspired by Padisarahs basking in the sun after the rain, dew drops hanging off the petals.; Nilou: We're still in the early planning stages, and many of the movements are still quite unrefined. I feel like there's still something missing...; Even the description sounds beautiful.; Would you mind if I took a picture of you, then?; Nilou: You want to take a picture of me? Um, like I said, these dance steps aren't quite ready for prime-time yet...; A practice session before the dance takes its final shape...; That too, is part of art.; Nilou: Okay, I've got it! In that case, I'll give these movements my all... Be sure to capture the moment when the flowers are in bloom.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Nilou again): Nilou: How did the photos turn out? Don't worry, there's no rush.; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Nilou: Thank you for capturing my dance.

Escoffier

(Talk to Escoffier at the Taste of Perfection photo-taking spot): Escoffier: Ah, it's you, (‍Traveler‍).; It's been a while, Escoffier.; Are you cooking up an all-new recipe?; Escoffier: I'm not heading up the kitchen today. I'm here as a taste-tester.; Escoffier: Savanna's trying to come up with something new, and has asked me to check on her. That said, this is... the fifth take on the same dish so far.; Escoffier: If it's not the texture of the ingredients being affected by a few seconds' disparity in temperature control, then it's the aroma of the spices used dominating due to over-seasoning.; You're as exacting as ever, I see.; Escoffier: Of course! Cooking is a science, and our friendship isn't going to change that. In fact, our friendship and our duty to our customers demand that I be strict.; I do actually have a small request...; Would you mind if I took a picture of you, then?; Escoffier: ...At a time like this? If the pictures are going up for public display, might I suggest finding another moment?; Escoffier: We need to put the set together with care, and carefully adjust the lighting and angle for the best possible results...; I'm just taking a commemorative photo.; I'm also looking to test out this new lens.; Escoffier: ...Alright. There's a bit of time before the sixth redo, anyway.; Escoffier: In that case, let's see whether your lens or that new dish will come out on top.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Escoffier again): Escoffier: Ready? I won't have time to model once the dishes are ready.; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Escoffier: Ooh? Looks like you know quite a bit about photo-taking!

Skirk

(Talk to Skirk at the Ruins of the Past photo-taking spot): Skirk: Ah. It's you. It seems our paths cross once again.; Haven't seen you in a while, Skirk.; Here on some sort of business?; Skirk: I am observing the "scars" left upon this world. An explosion destroyed this place utterly...; Skirk: But now, people have built something new atop that wreckage.; Skirk: All things must end. But where one thing perishes, something new can be born.; Skirk: You've grown stronger since we last met. It seems you have not neglected your training. That's good.; I do actually have a small request...; I'd like to take a picture of you?; Skirk: A picture? I am merely a passerby as far as this world is concerned. Why should I leave marks of my existence behind?; You're not a passerby where I'm concerned.; Every reunion is worth commemorating.; Skirk: ...If it is something you have decided to do, then do it.; Skirk: I will be here. You can begin anytime.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Skirk again): Skirk: Are you ready? We can begin any time.; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Skirk: Interesting.

Citlali

(Talk to Citlali at the Obsidian Tales photo-taking spot): Citlali: Oh, good. You're here, (‍Traveler‍).; Long time no see, Citlali.; What a surprise — you're not sleeping in today.; Citlali: Oh, please, I go out for walks once in a while, thank you very much.; Citlali: And in any case, my divinations last night predicted that good things would come to me if I went out today.; Citlali: If this doesn't count as fulfillment of said fortune, I don't know what does.; Then let us add one to the tally of positives.; Let me take a picture of you!; Citlali: Well, it's not that you can't... It's just... I stayed up all night two days ago to finish the latest light novel volume!; Citlali: So... Look me over real quick. Do I look okay? The dark circles around my eyes should be gone now, right?; You're right as rain.; You're as radiant as ever!; Citlali: Really? No tricks now...; Citlali: Just so we're clear, I'm keeping all the ones that don't pass muster. You only get the best of the lot.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Citlali again): Citlali: So, do you have your perfect angle?; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Citlali: Wow! It's so much better than I imagined!

Kachina

(Talk to Kachina at the The Primal Ore Glimmers photo-taking spot): Kachina: Ah, you're back!; You seem to be in a good mood, Kachina.; Has something good happened?; Kachina: Hehe. I found some awesome ore during this excavation!; Kachina: If polished properly, it could turn into a big, shiny gemstone!; That's great!; Kachina: Right? To be honest, the dig didn't get off to a good start, and I almost went home empty-handed.; Kachina: But I thought to myself that I should hang on a little longer. So I did, and then I held out a little longer, and a little longer...; Kachina: I don't know how many times I repeated that... but I got it in the end!; Kachina: I only realized that the sun was setting when I got outside... I wound up digging all day.; That's our Kachina, alright.; Let me take a picture of you shining bright!; Kachina: R—Really? I—I... kinda get shy in front of Kameras... I'm not sure this'll go well...; Kachina: But... I'll do my best!; You're already doing your best, Kachina.; You're great just the way you are.; Kachina: Okay then! I'll leave it to you.
(Enter photo menu)

(Talk to Kachina again): Kachina: How's it going? Do you need me to switch poses?; Let's continue the photoshoot!; Give me a second, I'm considering my options.

(After taking a photo at an incorrect angle): Paimon: The angle isn't quite right. Try adjusting the direction?

(After taking a photo with an incorrect pose): Paimon: Hmm... The timing of this shot doesn't seem quite right.

(After taking a photo with the correct angle and pose, but with incorrect silhouette alignment): Paimon: Looks like we couldn't quite get the alignment right. Let's try again.

(After successfully taking the photo): Kachina: This is a Master-level photo indeed! Amazing!