The Championship Begins
Last updated 2026-05-29
The Championship Begins is the first part of Linnea's Story Quest, Alcyon Chapter: Act I - Up! Toward Homecoming Wings.
Steps
- Talk to Katheryne
- Go to Speranza and find the mysterious Advisor
- Talk to Advisor Linnea
- Go to the arena at the Frostmoon Enclave
- Sign up for the Spirit Envoy Championship
- Wait until the following day (08:00 – 12:00)
- Draw lots for the preliminary round
- Participate in the qualifiers
- Watch Linnea's match
Dialogue
Quest DescriptionFollowing a tranquil stay in Nod-Krai, you check in with Katheryne to see if anything noteworthy has happened lately.
- (Approach Katheryne at the Adventurers' Guild in Nasha Town)
- Katheryne: Ad astra abyssosque! How can the Adventurers' Guild help you today?
- Paimon: It's been a while since we last came to see you! Got any exciting commissions for us?
- Katheryne: Things have been rather quiet in Nod-Krai lately. The commissions currently on our books are all very routine.
- Katheryne: That being said, the Frostmoon Scions are preparing to host some sort of event. They have approached us with quite a number of requests for supplies. Apparently, it's going to be quite a large gathering.
- Paimon: The Frostmoon Scions? Well, it can't be another Moon-Prayer Night... Do they have some other big festival that Paimon doesn't know about?
- Katheryne: I heard it's a friendly sparring competition for animal friends. Something called the "Spirit Envoy Championship."
"Animal friends"?- ..."Sparring"?
- Katheryne: That's right. The Frostmoon Scions have always advocated coexistence with nature, encouraging their followers to build positive relationships with the beasts of the wild.
- Katheryne: At the same time, to ensure their animal friends build the strength to withstand hardship and disasters, they put select animals with whom they share a special bond through a unique sort of training.
- Katheryne: The "Spirit Envoy Championship" is designed to find the strongest human-animal pair by means of friendly sparring.
- Katheryne: In previous years, the competition was restricted to the Frostmoon Scions only, but this year, participants from all over Teyvat are invited to join. I understand that the Frostmoon Scions have even prepared a generous prize for the winner.
- Paimon: Ooh... Does that mean we can join, too?
- Can I sign Paimon up?
- Time to put you through your paces, Paimon!
- Paimon: What? You want Paimon to fight!?
- Katheryne: While you two certainly share a remarkably deep bond, I believe that would be against the rules...
- Katheryne: Apparently, in a previous competition, someone entered an extremely rare and powerful partner... After this, the rules were clarified to state that only common animal species and their variants can compete.
- I guess that rules out Paimon.
- Paimon: Ah... Wh—What a shame, huh! Paimon was totally looking forward to making a super cool entrance and then *cute fighting noises* "Paimon is the winner"! Sucks that the rules got in the way... Looks like Paimon won't get a chance to show off her skills. Unlike, uh, all those other times...
- Paimon: Anyway... Who else do we know who might wanna take part?
- Katheryne: If you're unsure of what to do, why not ask one of our advisors for help?
- Paimon: Advisors? Since when does the Adventurers' Guild have advisors?
- Katheryne: Hehe... The Guild has always had a team of advisors on hand to assist our fledgling adventurers.
- Katheryne: Of course, few of them would be qualified to assist such world-renowned adventurers as yourselves. But as luck would have it, one of our top advisors has recently returned to Nod-Krai from a trip away.
- Katheryne: Her expertise is varied and broad, and she often gives lectures at Speranza. If you have any questions, you could try asking her for help.
- Paimon: She sounds impressive... Heh, but you're right Katheryne, it would take a lot to teach us something new.
- Paimon: Let's go put this mystery adventure advisor to the test!
- (Approach the marked location at Speranza)
- ???: Alright then! Next, let's go over some more tips for adventuring in Nod-Krai.
- ???: If you found yourself getting hungry in the wild, what are some things you could eat?
- Zelibrat: That's easy — Lakkaberries, Midsommar Berries... There's loads of options.
- ???: Correct! 10 points to you!
- ???: Ya-ho!
- Paimon: That must be who Katheryne was talking about... She looks pretty young for an advisor, though. How knowledgeable can she really be?
- Orvokki: But there are plenty of places where berries don't grow, right? What should we be looking for in those places, Miss Linnea?
- Linnea: Good question — I'm glad you asked. That's exactly what I wanted to talk about next. Does everyone recognize this mushroom?
- Zelibrat: Hmm... Based on the color... this is an edible one, right? Doesn't look poisonous to me...
- Linnea: Eh-ehhh... Wrong answer!
- Linnea: This here is a Browncap Mushroom. It looks harmless enough, but eating it will give you hallucinations.
- Linnea: An unsuspecting adventurer once used a handful of these to make a pot of mushroom soup. Next thing you know, he was trying to foxtrot with the Wild Hunt... Luckily, he was spotted by a fisherman passing by who managed to save his life, but it was a close call.
- Zelibrat: That sounds so dangerous!
- Linnea: You bet! Adventuring in the wild is no joke. Alright, onto the next — does anyone recognize this plant? Can you tell me if it's edible?
- Zelibrat: Isn't that a Winter Icelea leaf?
- Orvokki: They say that the King of Winter Icelea and the King of Midsommar Oak are sworn enemies. If Midsommar Berries are sweet and delicious, I guess Winter Icelea leaves must be horribly bitter...
- Paimon: Hmph, Paimon knows the answer to this one! Winter Icelea leaves might not taste good in food, but you can brew a nice tea with them!
- Zelibrat: Huh...
- Wow, impressive knowledge, Paimon!
- Where did you learn that?
- Paimon: At the Flagship. Once when Paimon was eating some yummy food there, Demyan mentioned that one of the drinks in their Roulette Special has Winter Icelea in it.
- Linnea: Hmm? Who are...
- Linnea: ...Looks like we have an expert attending our Q&A session today! Well, I hope you're ready for the next question?
- ???: Ya-hoho...
- Paimon: Bring it on!
- Linnea: Every adventurer knows to pack a compass and a map before heading into the wilderness, but where would you go to buy these things?
- Paimon: Ahem! Listen up, everyone! The answer is... the Adventurers' Guild!
- Linnea: Oh, really? But I hear Mimisbrunnr Books sells them too. And at a very low price!
- Paimon: Hah! Paimon's done her research. The boss of that place tries to pass off cheap knockoffs as the real deal — don't be fooled!
- Linnea: Well said. But even with a high-quality map and compass, the wild can still be a dangerous place. What should you do if you're being chased by a monster you can't fight off?
- Seek help from the ratniki on patrol.
- Linnea: Correct! Although the ratniki's main duty is to deal with the Wild Hunt, you can always ask them for help if you run into serious trouble.
- Linnea: While we're on the subject, some adventurers have found they can use the territorial nature of Radiant Beasts to their advantage. Lure a monster into their territory, and they will fight each other instead of you. I wouldn't recommend doing this, though, as you may instead find yourself fighting two enemies instead of one.
- Linnea: Final question! This is an important one. Which place in Nod-Krai is an absolute must-visit for travelers from abroad?
- ...Just one?
- Paimon: Oof, that's a tough choice! There's the Frostmoon Enclave, Starsand Shoal, Blue Amber Lake... They're all so pretty! Then there's the Voynich Guild, The Flagship... And so many other shops worth visiting!
- Linnea: In truth, there's no right answer to this question. But if you ask me, the place most worth visiting is right here — Speranza.
- Linnea: Why? Simple — this was once my home. So, this final question was more like a little bit of shameless self-promotion, hehe.
- Linnea: You can get delicious Nod-Krai Hot Dogs and Lakkaberry Madames. And if you're not too hungry, just order a slice of Midsommar Torte and listen to the entertaining rumors the children like to tell.
- Linnea: That's it for today's lecture. Tomorrow, I'll be heading to the Frostmoon Enclave to take part in a competition. If you have any questions, you can ask at the Adventurers' Guild, where the other advisors will be happy to help.
- (Talk to Linnea)
- Linnea: I haven't met many adventurers who can keep up with me. Consider me impressed!
- Paimon: Likewise! You really know your stuff! You're everything Paimon would expect from an Adventurers' Guild advisor... Huh!?
- Paimon: What's the deal!? Don't get so close! (Traveler), there's something wrong with her!
- (Paimon hides behind the Traveler)
- Linnea: Hehehe... Actually, I was going to ask...
- Linnea: Your little friend is so clever and cute. I love how she flies around, too. Can I pet her?
- Paimon: Whoa! Stay back!
- Linnea: Don't be afraid. Hehe, I'm not gonna hurt you. Come on, come here...
- (Linnea starts chasing Paimon around the restaurant while Linnea's companion cheers on and the Traveler watches in bewilderment)
- (After a few rounds, Paimon hides behind the Traveler who crosses their arms and they both give Linnea an unamused glare)
- I'll protect you, Paimon!
- Please go back to acting like a teacher.
- Linnea: Hehe... Ahem. I'm sorry, I got a little bit carried away again.
- Linnea: My name's Linnea. I'm an advisor working for the Adventurers' Guild. Uh... And I promise you, I'm not some sort of weirdo!
- Linnea: ...Lemme make it up to you. You want something to eat? Here, try some Midsommar Torte, it's delicious.
- Paimon: Phew, you gave Paimon a fright... Paimon's never met someone so, uh... how to put this... "enthusiastic" as you.
- Linnea: I was fighting to keep a lid on my curiosity during class, but then I just lost control...
- Linnea: Anyway, let's get this back on track. Could you tell me your story? How did you two meet?
- (Traveler): (You tell Linnea how you and Paimon met...)
- Linnea: What? You fished this little cutie out of the sea?
- Linnea: Can you tell me where? A visit to that beach is going right to the top of my bucket list.
- Paimon: You'd be wasting your time — Paimon is one of a kind! You could sit on that beach for a hundred years, but you'd still come away empty-handed!
- Linnea: Ah... Is that right? What a pity.
- Anyway...
- You said you're going to the Frostmoon Enclave for a competition?
- Paimon: Oh, right! Paimon almost forgot why we came here. We were thinking of taking part in the Spirit Envoy Championship ourselves. Katheryne said you could give us some pointers?
- Paimon: Let Paimon guess... Is that your partner there?
- ???: Ya-ho?
- Linnea: Yep! Her name is Lumi. She's my trusty assistant.
- I've never seen a creature like this...
- Paimon: Uh... Hey there.
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Linnea: Have you two ever ventured north of Nod-Krai?
- Paimon: Not yet... Wait, so you're saying Lumi comes from the northern tundra?
- Linnea: Pretty much. There are six types of fae commonly found in the tundra. Lumi here is a "Jack Frost" — that's one of them.
- Paimon: "Jack Frost"? Hmm, interesting name choice... She doesn't exactly look very frosty.
- (The background behind Paimon fades to black and she looks to the side as she envisions a Cryo Slime)
- Linnea: An excellent observation. In fact, Lumi is no ordinary Jack Frost — she's a special one.
- (A flashback begins)
- Linnea: The first time I met her, she was wearing this weird cardboard outfit with ugly splotches of paint on it, as if she was trying to disguise herself as a regular Jack Frost.
- Linnea: I stayed and watched her for a while, and I discovered that some other mean Jack Frosts were ganging up and bullying her because she looked different. They stole all the food she'd gathered and kicked her out of her sleeping spot...
- Linnea: Lumi couldn't fight them. She had nowhere else to go, so she found an old cardboard box, painted it blue, and put it over her head, hoping to blend in with the group.
- (Flashback ends)
- Linnea: Whenever she was discovered, she'd get beaten up, and the rest of the time she lived in constant fear... Until one day, seeking shelter from the rain, she clung to me and wouldn't let go. We've been partners ever since.
- Paimon: What a story... Oh, poor Lumi. Sounds like she's had a tough time.
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Linnea: As for why Lumi is so different from other Jack Frosts... I'm still looking into that. I'm thinking it's either a mutation or an atavism — or maybe some sort of curse?
- Linnea: Hopefully, I'll find the answer one day. But either way, we're best friends for life. Nothing can change the special bond between us.
- Linnea: Speaking of which — given how long it can take to build a strong bond with another creature, if you're serious about entering the competition, my advice is to pick an animal friend that you're already pretty close with. Otherwise, the odds are gonna be stacked against you.
- Paimon: An animal friend I'm close with, huh...
- Paimon: Actually, we're kinda spoiled for choice on this one! Who do you think would be the best fit?
- (Traveler): (I need to consider this carefully...)
- ???: Rawr!
- (If the player has not met Aguara yet, an introductory note appears on screen)
Aguara
A juvenile Tepetlisaurus.
For a long, long time, it slumbered inside a shell that could not be broken. Then, you and your Saurian companion discovered it in the ancient ruins and called to it from outside its shell.
The dragonling, hatched from its shell, has followed you ever since, keeping you company and growing alongside you.
- Paimon: Huh...? Aguara! What are you doing here?
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Are you saying...
- You want to join the competition?
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Linnea: Oh, neat! A Natlanese tepetlisaur! Aw, it's so small and cute!
- Linnea: He seems to really like you guys. I'm sure he'll make a great partner.
- Alright!
- Let's do our best, Aguara!
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Paimon: Aw, look at them, fast friends, hehe! Play nice, you two!
- Linnea: They both seem pretty sociable. No wonder they get along so well.
- Linnea: Well then, there's no time to lose — let's go get you signed up!
Step DescriptionAfter meeting Linnea and Lumi, you decide to take Aguara along to participate in the Spirit Envoy Championship...
- (Approach Mualani at the arena)
- Paimon: Whoa, Paimon wasn't expecting this many people...
- Mualani: (Traveler), Paimon! What a nice surprise! I didn't think I'd run into you here!
- Mualani: Oh, and Professor Linnea's here too! Are you guys here for the competition as well?
- Linnea: Um, yep, hehe...
- Paimon: Feels like we haven't seen you in ages, Mualani! So how do you know Linnea, anyway?
- Mualani: Through her work with the Adventurers' Guild. She was in Natlan not long ago. She knows so much that we took to calling her "Professor."
- Mualani: Speaking of which, you never answered my question... If a koholasaurus and a qucusaurus got together, would their babies be able to fly in the sky and dive underwater? 'Cause that would make a pretty awesome saurian companion!
- Linnea: That's almost certainly impossible... They're completely different species...
- Mualani: Ah, well, that's too bad. Hear that, Mamala? Guess I can't do any match-making for you in the Flower-Feather Clan after all...
- Mamala: Awoo...
- Paimon: So you have a thing for qucusaurs!?
- Arataki Itto: Hahahaha! I was wonderin' what all the commotion was. Looks like this is where it's at!
- Paimon: Itto!? What the heck? Either Paimon's seeing things, or... You're not here for the competition too, are you?
- Arataki Itto: Why else would I be here? Cost me an arm and a leg to get a boat all the way to this "Krod-Nai" place.
- Paimon: It's "Nod-Krai."
- Mualani: Hey there! I'm Mualani. Are you a friend of (Traveler) and Paimon's, too?
- Arataki Itto: I sure am. Nice to meet ya! The name's Arataki "Beetle Gladiator" Itto, head honcho of the world-famous Arataki Gang of Inazuma!
- Mualani: That's quite a mouthful!
- Mualani: (Wait, did he say "Arataki Gang"? Why does that sound so familiar...?)
- Paimon: Just call him Arataki Itto. This guy's a bona-fide buffoon.
- Arataki Itto: Hey! Who are you callin' a buffoon, ya flying Lavender Melon!
- Linnea: ...Flying Lavender Melon? Wait, so you're some sort of... mutated lavender melon? You don't look like a melon...
- Paimon: Paimon's not a mutated melon! Or any kind of melon! How could a melon be this cute?
- So, Itto — are you here on your own?
- Where's the rest of your gang?
- Arataki Itto: Yeah, about that... Unfortunately, the gang only had the funds to send their main man this time. But don't sweat it! Once I snag that championship title, I'll use the prize money to bring Shinobu and the boys over to join the party!
- Mualani: Shinobu...? Ah! I remember now! Kuki Shinobu, right? She's mentioned the Arataki Gang before.
- Arataki Itto: Huh? No way, you've met my deputy?
- Mualani: She stopped by the Flower-Feather Clan recently to take the flying trial. Chasca said she was a natural!
- Mualani: ...Hold on, if she's that good and she's only the deputy... you must be way stronger than I imagined. Look sharp, Mamala — we're in for a tough competition!
- (An image of Itto and Shinobu against a black background is shown)
- Arataki Itto: Hahahaha! That's right! Bring it on — I'm looking forward to seeing who I'll be facing in the finals.
- Arataki Itto: Word is that the early birds get the best draws. You snooze you lose! Laters, compadres!
- Mualani: Wait, is he serious? ...Mamala, we'd better hurry!
- Linnea: N—No, that's complete nonsense...
- Linnea: *sigh* ...Shall we?
- (After the cutscene)
- Paimon: Hey, (Traveler), have you noticed? There's loads of other people we know here, too!
- Paimon: Why don't we go say hi before we register?
- (Talk to Arataki Itto or Mualani, optional)
- Arataki Itto: I got here first!
- Mualani: No way, my Sharky Surfboard clearly beat you to it!
- Arataki Itto: Hahahaha! Well, I'll see you in the arena! Just don't go crying like a baby when you lose.
- Mualani: Did you hear that, Mamala? Argh, show them no mercy!
- (Talk to Jahoda, optional)
- Paimon: Jahoda! Here for the competition?
- Jahoda: ...
- Paimon: Jahoda?
- Jahoda: Ahem, I'll have you know it's "Champion" Jahoda.
- Champion?
- Jahoda: Don't you know? This isn't my first Spirit Envoy Championship. Uh-huh, I took part in the last one... And not just that — I only went and won the entire competition! It was very heroic.
- Jahoda: (Although, there were nowhere near as many contestants then... Ugh, why did so many people have to show up this time!? How am I gonna keep my title now?)
- Paimon: Whoa, that's amazing! We'll definitely have to learn a thing or two from you.
- Jahoda: Haha, heh, yeaaah...
- (Talk to Lauma, Alzbeta, Czeslawa, or Slawomir, optional)
- Lauma: This is the biggest turnout we've ever had by far. We need to be extra vigilant to maintain order in the arenas.
- Czeslawa: I've made all the necessary arrangements.
- Alzbeta: I'm feeling more nervous than I expected...
- Slawomir: Don't worry, you'll be fine once you get into the swing of it.
- Lauma: Thank you all for your support. Be sure to let me know at once if any issues arise.
- (Talk to Voitto)
- Voitto: Thank you all for signing up for the "Spirit Envoy Championship."
- Voitto: Due to the high number of participants, a preliminary qualifying round will be held to determine which 16 contestants will progress to the competition itself. Prior to the semi-finals, all matchups will be determined by drawing lots.
- Voitto: Please also note that there are two arenas, which will be randomly assigned after the draw. Do you have any questions?
- Paimon: Where do we go to draw lots?
- Voitto: Right here. After registration closes tomorrow, make your way here to draw lots for the qualifiers. I wish you all the best of luck in the competition!
- Thank you.
- Then we'll come back tomorrow.
- Linnea: Lumi, Aguara, how you doing? Nervous?
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Linnea: Great, that's the spirit!
- (Interact with the table to draw lots on the next day)
- Paimon: Who do you think our first opponent is gonna be?
- Paimon: Paimon hopes they aren't too strong... Aguara might need some time to ease into it.
- Press to draw lots
- Your opponent for this match is...
Arataki Itto and His Partner, Crimson Staff
- Paimon: Oh! The results of the draw are out! Let's take a look... Your opponent is:
- Paimon: "Arataki 'Numero Uno' Itto"!? Ugh, we literally just managed to get rid of him, and now you have to face him in the arena?
- ...Looks like we won't be facing him in the finals then.
- Paimon: Uh... Well, either way, it never pays to underestimate your opponent, okay? This is your first match, so be sure to make it count!
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Linnea: Ahh, I see you've been assigned to Arena 1. I'm in Arena 2. Guess I'll see you after the match.
- Linnea: Good luck! Don't fall at the first hurdle now!
- Paimon: We won't! Good luck to you and Lumi, too!
- (Interact with the bulletin board)
- Czeslawa: Welcome, spectators! I'm your host, Czeslawa. The qualifiers are about to begin. I trust everyone has found their groupings.
- Czeslawa: The contestants for this match are: (Traveler) and (his/
her) partner Aguara, versus... uhh... Arataki "Numero Uno" Itto and his partner Crimson Staff! - Arataki Itto: Hahahaha! Well, this has come sooner than expected. I was hoping to face you further into the competition.
- Arataki Itto: Go, Crimson Staff!
- Paimon: You can do it, Aguara! You show that beetle who's boss!
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Czeslawa: Great energy from both contestants! Now, without further ado, let the match commence!
(Traveler) 
Arataki Itto 
Aguara Crimson Staff
Qualifiers
- (A tutorial is shown)
In the Spirit Envoy Championship, both contestants will command their partners in battle. The side whose HP is depleted will be disqualified from the competition.
In the basic combat phase, contestants need to select attack moves for their partners based on the information they have observed. There is a counter relationship between attack moves. Using an attack that counters the opponent's can deal massive DMG while ensuring that you take no DMG yourself.
In the basic combat phase, different opponents have different fighting styles. By carefully observing their movements and combining this with other observed information, you can see through certain special attacks.
After a certain number of rounds have passed, or when the opponent's HP falls below a certain value, you will enter a special combat phase. Participants must make quick decisions within a limited time to command your partner to deal with sudden, unexpected events. If the correct choices are made, massive DMG can be dealt.
- (An introductory note about the opposing team appears on screen)
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Arataki Itto and His Partner, Crimson Staff - True to his straightforward nature, Itto favors direct combat and does not rely on feints.
- Use what you observe to determine your next move and win the match.
- (The battle begins)
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- Match Start!
- Observe your opponent's moves and counter!
- Aguara
700- HP: 6000/6000
Quick Attack
Defensive Counterattack
Charged Strike
Give Up
- Crimson Staff
- 1250
- HP: 8000/8000
- (If the opponent's next move appears to be Quick Attack — one of the following plays at random)
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- (Traveler): The opponent appears to be setting up a surprise attack.
- (Traveler): Is the opponent preparing a rapid assault?
- (If the opponent's next move appears to be Defensive Counterattack — one of the following plays at random)
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- (Traveler): The opponent appears to be adopting a defensive posture.
- (Traveler): The opponent seems to be waiting... preparing to parry?
- (If the opponent's next move appears to be Charged Strike — one of the following plays at random)
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- (Traveler): The opponent looks pumped. Could a charged strike be coming?
- (Traveler): The opponent is gathering strength... Is a heavy strike coming?
- (If the round results in an advantage)
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- Aguara deals 2× DMG to Crimson Staff!
- (Aguara attacks Crimson Staff, dealing 1400 DMG)
- (If the round results in a disadvantage)
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- Crimson Staff deals 2× DMG to Aguara!
- (Crimson Staff attacks Aguara, dealing 2500 DMG)
- (If the round results in a draw)
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- Both sides take 1× DMG!
- (Aguara deals 700 DMG to Crimson Staff and simultaneously receives 1250 DMG)
- (If Aguara's HP is reduced to 0)
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- Arataki Itto
- Victory!
- Retry Challenge
- (When Crimson Staff's HP falls below 50%)
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- Arataki Itto uses Ultimate!
- Arataki Itto: Woohoo, you've got some moves, I'll give you that! But it's gonna take more than that to defeatto the Itto!
- Arataki Itto: It's time to unleash our show-stopping killer combo move! Ushi! Crimson Staff!
- Arataki Itto: Crimson Staff, look, I wanted to kit you out with mecha armor, but you need to bulk up first. That's why we've gotta take on these tough opponents — to get you strong!
- Arataki Itto: Ushi, you and me have crushed countless foes in our time. Now, with the three of us together, ain't no one gonna stand in our way!
- Arataki Itto: Finish them!
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- (The player is presented with two choices on a timer)
- Make your choice before time runs out
- Burrow into the ground, Aguara!
- Aguara: Rawr!
- Slawomir: Stop the match!
- Paimon: Huh?
- Surely this is against the rules!?
- Slawomir: Time out.
- (If the player let the timer run out)
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- Aguara: Wooraarr...
- Paimon: Aguara!
- Arataki Itto: Hahahaha! How 'bout that, huh? Victory for Arataki "The One and Oni" Itto!
- Slawomir: Hold up.
- Slawomir: Uhh, the bull... Ushi, was it?
- Arataki Itto: Uh, yeah... Is there a problem?
- Slawomir: Arataki Itto is disqualified for fielding an additional animal companion. (Traveler) and Aguara are the winners!
- Arataki Itto: Huh!?
- Slawomir: It's one animal per contestant, that's the rule! Let this be a warning to everyone.
- Arataki Itto: But... but me, Crimson Staff, and Ushi are one! We should only count as one contestant! Hey! Ah, come on...!
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- (Traveler)
- Victory!
- (After the dialogue)
- Paimon: Sheesh... That was a close call, but you made it through the qualifiers!
- Paimon: Paimon wonders how Linnea's doing. Let's head over and take a look.
- Paimon: Uh... Actually, we should probably console Itto first. Paimon feels a teensy bit sorry for him, hehe...
- (Talk to Itto, optional)
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- (Itto bangs a fist against the wall while clutching his head with the other hand)
- Arataki Itto: I—I can't believe it... My glorious journey ended at the first step...
- Paimon: It's your own fault for not reading the rules...
- Ushi: Moo...
- Arataki Itto: Ushi, Crimson Staff... Are you guys tryin' to cheer me up? Well, don't you worry! We'll come back stronger than ever next time, and I'll lead us to a glorious victory, fair and square!
- Arataki Itto: Anyway, seeing as we came all this way, I think a little sightseeing is in order! Hahaha, let's go get ourselves a taste of Krod-Krai culture!
- Paimon: Seriously? Again, it's "Nod-Krai"!
- Do you actually have any Mora left?
- Arataki Itto: Uhhh... Well...
- Arataki Itto: Ahem... Hey, Lavender Melon! I've got a little, uh, proposition for ya—
- Paimon: No way! If you want Mora, go earn it like everyone else!
- Good luck.
- Arataki Itto: Pffft, fine, don't lend me anything then! Watch me, I'll figure something out. This is a small pond — and Arataki Itto is the biggest fish around!
- (Approach the marked location)
- Linnea: Dodge left, Lumi!
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Ilze: How did you know I was gonna—
- Linnea: Now counterattack! Pummel it!
- Lumi: Ya-hoho...
- Linnea: Looking good. Let's do this!
- ???: ...Hmph.
- (The camera pans to a mysterious woman watching Linnea's match)
- ???: Ignorance really is bliss, isn't it Linnea... But it won't last forever...
- (Traveler): (Why is she staring at Linnea? Do they know each other?)
- Alzbeta: And it's all over! We have a winner!
- Alzbeta: Congratulations to Linnea and Lumi! You're through to the next round!
- Ilze: I can't believe it... My Iku-Turso...
- Linnea: Good job, Lumi!
- Lumi: Ya-ho!
- Linnea: (Traveler), Paimon, how did your match go?
- Paimon: Haha, we won too!
- You and Lumi were really in sync.
- Linnea: Thanks, that means a lot! Yeah, I think we performed pretty well out there. Not just Lumi — I was really in the zone today.
- Linnea: I dunno how to explain it, but... Sometimes, it feels like I can predict my opponent's next move. I know exactly what to do before I've even had the time to think.
- Linnea: It's almost like I enter a different state of mind. It comes and goes, but it started after I met Lumi in the tundra... Anyway, congrats to both of us on getting through the qualifiers!
- Linnea: Come on, let's head to Speranza — my treat.
- Paimon: Hurray!
Soundtracks
| No. | Soundtrack Name | Album | Played In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | Introduction to a Little Friend | Land of Tleyaoyotl | The Championship Begins Locations |
| 14 | A Borrowed Hour | Outside It Is Growing Dark | The Championship Begins, Tread the Right Path Locations |
| 71 | Kuunsilta of Thousand Lakes | Outside It Is Growing Dark | The Championship Begins, Twice Upon a Gaze, Tread the Right Path Event Gameplay |
Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | The Championship Begins | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 祭礼开幕 | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 祭禮開幕 | |
| Japanese | 祭礼の幕開け | |
| Korean | 경연 대회 개막 Gyeong'yeon Daehoe Gaemak | |
| Spanish | La inauguración del campeonato | |
| French | Début du championnat | Start of the Championship |
| Russian | Открытие турнира Otkrytiye turnira | Opening of the Tournament |
| Thai | เปิดฉากพิธีกรรม | |
| Vietnamese | Giải Đấu Mở Màn | |
| German | Vorhang auf für den Wettkampf | |
| Indonesian | Sayembara Dimulai | |
| Portuguese | O Campeonato Começa | |
| Turkish | Şampiyona Başlıyor | |
| Italian | Il campionato ha inizio |
Change History
Released in Version "Luna VI"