Susannah is busy taking pictures of the town when she is spotted by Durandal and Rita, who thank her for offering to help take pictures of the daily lives of the Valkyries, to which Susannah responds, saying that taking pictures in such a pretty town is a vacation as well. Rita denies by saying it’s only a vacation when one can relax completely without working, and adds that Durandal should follow suit since she agreed to Rita’s opinion.
Soon, Li Sushang arrives, complimenting Susannah’s cute outfit, to which she responds by saying it’s a battlesuit that she really loves and wants to adapt to completely. Sushang recounts her recent travels and states she bought gifts for everyone, one of which turned out to be a figure of Arahato. She asked a local in the area what the most attractive item was and was directed to the figure. She found out from Durandal, Rita, and Susannah that it’s from an anime series known as Arahato: Blade of Chaos, which is really popular with children, youths, and adults, and that she is in possession of a rare limited edition figure that can only be bought from select stores, surpassing Sushang as the price was quite expensive for a toy meant for children.
Sushang is pleased that the others liked it and mentions that she has quite a lot on her after Rita solved her money problem. She says she was trying to operate an ATM machine which she was unfamiliar with after noticing that there were no staff and everyone was lining up towards the machine, and was arrested and bought to a government office for appearing suspicious, but was later released after signing some papers. Afterwards Rita taught her how to use an ATM.
Durandal wonders why Sushang still uses cash, since nowadays, people use cards to pay, or pay online. Sushang says it feels weird to pay with a card as it doesn’t feel like she used any money at all, and prefers using cash as it’s more tangible. Durandal agrees, saying that although modern technology is convenient, it lacks a sense of reality as well, and that it must be hard for Sushang when she’s traveling.
Sushang states that although she doesn’t understand many things regarding the world, she can still slowly learn about them, and she even received help from a new friend during her travels, a young girl named Kitty, who arrives some time later after Sushang wondered where she went off to. Kitty says she was playing with some cats from behind a tree nearby. She then introduces herself to the girls in a bubbly manner.
Sushang says first met her in France, who offered to be her guide and was the one who recommended the gifts for her. She joined Sushang on her travels to learn how to be a Valkyrie after Sushang said she was one.
Rita wonders whether her parents know about this, to which Kitty nervously responds that her mother is very supportive and quickly changes the topic to Stan, the cat in Rita arms, and asks if she could play with him. Rita gives the green light and she quickly heads out to turn with Stan to play, but not before Sushang telling her to return for dinner at the resort.
Durandal wondered whether it’s alright for a child to remain attended like this, to which Sushang responds it’s fine, as a child wouldn’t dare to follow a stranger without her mother’s permission. She then recalls that Theresa asked her to return to Schicksal to do paperwork, and asks the girls to take care of Kitty in her stead if she’s willing to stay. Durandal feels uncertain, but Rita readily agrees.
Meanwhile, Susannah is in daze, fantasizing about the S-rank Valkyries being near her while making remarks about their glamorous appearances and presence. She later comes back to her senses after being called out by Alvitr, who says that everyone left after she reassured everyone that she’s fine. Susannah asks what Alvitr told them, to which she responds that she said “Don’t worry, Susannah must be fantasizing again!”, shocking Susannah. Alvitr laughs, saying she was just joking and that she said Susannah was contemplating the camera angle, to which Susannah angrily responds not to scare her like that, and that she already wrote a 30,000-word long apology letter.
After the two finish bickering, Alvitr invites her to look around the town together as it's her noon break. Alvitr explains the town's history to her, saying it became a popular tourist spot due to its large cat population, and that the people believe cats bring good luck; the elderly believe they bring happiness to those cats approach, and the opposite when they leave. She also says that the people love cats so much, that they named the town "Meow Town", which got its name from the legend of Knight Kat.
It is said that after the Great Eruption ended, the townsfolk celebrated, but were left lost and empty as a result. As people were at a loss and crime rates were high, Knight Kat protected the town at night. Following its emergence, the cat population gradually increased, filling the emptiness inside people with their fluffy appearance and free spirit. These cats were later regarding as being the symbol of Knight Kat.
Susannah tries to hug a few cats, but they all run away from her, making Susannah worried that something bad might happen to her. Alvitr rebukes her for being superstitious, which she immediately denies. She then asks Alvitr what she does to make her so popular with the cats. She thinks that Susannah was being too friendly, and that cats aren't like dogs, so they need personal space. She says that getting along with a free and independent animal is tricky in the first place.
Susannah asks her to teach her some tricks, but Alvitr says she doesn't know, as the cats flocked to her without her doing anything, leaving Susannah at a loss for words. Alvitr suggests asking Rita, who is close with Stan, before she left saying she'll be going to her shift and wishing her luck.
After waving goodbye, Susannah is determined to make cats like her and decides on where to head next.
Script
Transcluded Script
This section contains story script that was transcluded from the game with the help of OCR tools to avoid human-made mistakes as much as possible. Generally speaking, it shouldn't be altered unless the in-game equivalent has been changed. Any typos or other errors that are also present in the game are to be retained on the wiki but can be marked via {{
sic}}.
Chinese and Japanese romanizations and translations, if present, are unofficial.
Prologue
Characters Present
Start
The afternoon sun covered the train station by the seaside in a golden veil. The girl picked up her camera: and captured the beautiful town in a frame.
🔇
N/A
🔇
N/AIt's been a while, Susannah.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThe girl turned around when she heard that gentle voice, and saw two familiar figures.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAh. Durandal-sama and Rita-sama!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI heard from Rita that you came to help take pictures of the Valkyries' daily life, thank you.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI'm just doing what I should be doing!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYou rushed here while on leave to help us shoot for our promo video. I’ll be sure to ask the Overseer to make up for your vacation.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAh, it’s alright. To me, taking pictures in such a pretty town is a vacation too!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIt's only a vacation when you can relax completely and leave all your work behind. Don’t you think so, Durandal-sama?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ARita is right.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThen Durandal-sama should forget about work during this vacation too. I’ll arrange for Susannah to have her holiday later on.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ARita smiled as she looked at the document in Durandal’s hand. Durandal paused for a moment, before keeping it away.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWell, speaking of which, Sushang should be here soon.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASpeak of the devil, I am here!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AUwah! It’s Sushang-sama!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHaha, Susannah, are you wearing something new? You look great, especially with the two little ears on your head. Makes me wanna pinch them.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHeheh, this is actually a new battlesuit given by Schicksal. I heard that it was specially made for me, but I haven’t grasped how to use it completely.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AOh, it’s for combat. Rita told me that all of you are here on a holidaya holidaySic; Expected: holiday, why not change into something that you like? You’re not on a mission.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIt’s so that I can get used to this new battlesuit as soon as possible! And I really love this outfit, it’s my very own battlesuit. I want to wear it even in my sleep.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHaha! But this outfit does suit you very well, it can pass off as daily wear.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AOh, I saw some interesting things during my recent travels and brought some gifts for everyone. I was wondering how I could send it to you, who’d expect that I’ll see you today.today.Sic; Expected: today?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AGifts! Wow, what is it, Sushang-sama?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYou’re too courteous, this is—
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AArahato’s figure?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AEh? You know what this is?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI asked a local what the most attractive item is. She brought me to a shop with a long queue and recommended this.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHaha, this is a figure of the mecha, Arahato, from the Blade of Chaos animation series. It’s really popular with the children.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHuh? So it’s a toy for kids? No wonder she recommended this to me… Do you guys not like it?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAlthough it is a toy, most of the people who like the Blade of Chaos series figures are youths and working adults.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYeah, Alvitr and I also love Arahato. Plus, this is a limited edition figure that can only be bought in selected stores, it’s really rare.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThat’s what I’m saying. Most of the people queuing then were adults, and despite its size, it wasn’t cheap. How could children afford this?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASushang-sama is so generous, thank you for your gift!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAll’s good as long as you like it. I’ve got quite some cash on me because Rita helped to solve that problem.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AProblem? Did you encounter any difficulties?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIt’s nothing serious. I spent everything I had on traveling fees and wanted to get some silvers from the local bank.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ABut when I got to that bank, I realized there was no staff at all. Everyone simply clicked a few buttons on a huge rectangular metal box, and that box would dispense lots of cash.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASo I tried too, but I was brought to the government office by local officials…
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYou must be talking about the automated teller machines! Did the police mistake you for a bank robber?!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASeemed like it… Anyway, after signing some documents, I was finally released. But I was still very curious howhowSic; Expected: about how those huge metal boxes could spit out cash, so I messaged Rita to ask.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIt was your first time seeing an ATM, so it’s normal to be confused. As long as you learn how to use it, you’ll understand how convenient it is.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASo Sushang still uses cash payment? Nowadays, you can use a card to pay, or pay online.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AUgh, Rita told me about that too, but I feel weird whenever I pay with a card. The tiny card only makes a “beep” sound when it touches a rectangular machine, I can’t feel anything at all.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhat do you mean “can’t feel anything”?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AEven though I spent so much money, it feels like I didn’t spend a single cent.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AUgh… I often feel that way too. I don’t notice how much I spend when shopping, and buy a ton of useless things in the end.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ARight? If you take in moderation, you’ll spend in moderation. I’m more comfortable with the tangible cash in my wallet.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHaha, modern technology may be convenient, but it does lack a sense of reality. However, if you’re not used to modern machines, it must be inconvenient when you’re traveling the world.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI’m fine. Although I don’t understand these fresh new things yet, I can learn about them slowly. And with the help of a new friend I met while traveling, it has been a smooth trip.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYour new friend must be brave and admirable people too!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHmm… Kitty is still young, but she’s courageous indeed.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AKitty?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYeah, this little girl behind me! Eh, huh, where did she go? Oh no, I’m not good with kids after all.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AMiss Sushang, I’m here! Ah, I went to play with the kittens over there. I’m a good kid, I won’t run around!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThe little girl ran to them from behind a tree with smilesmileSic; Expected: a smile, stuck out her tongue, and introduced herself bubbly to everyone.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ANice to meet you, Miss Valkyries, I am Kitty.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIs she the new friend that you were talking about?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYup, I met her when I was in France, where everything was so foreign.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AShe offered to be my guide and introduced me to countless great scenery. She also recommended the gifts I bought for you guys.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAfter that, she somehow found out that I’m a Valkyrie, so she wanted to tag along and learn how to become a Valkyrie.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AKitty… Hehe, I understand now. Sushang, doesdoesSic; Expected: do her parents know about this?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AO-Of course, my mom is very supportive! Ah, what a cute kitten!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ABefore Li Sushang could respond, the girl nodded frantically and skipped next to Rita, staring at Stan in her arms.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/APretty Miss, can I play with it?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AOf course. Its name is Stan, but he might not respond even if you call for him.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWow! Stan! What a cool name!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWe’re going to be here for a few days, so if you don’t mind, you can join us for this vacation. The resort I booked should still have vacancies.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYay! Then Miss Sushang, I’ll take Stan and play in town now!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AGo ahead! Remember to come back for dinner at the resort later!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYep! I’ll keep that in mind!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAfter noting the resort’s location, Kitty ran enthusiastically toward the town with Stan in her arms.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIt’s rare to see parents who aren’t overprotective… Sushang, are you sure that it’s alright?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI think that a child wouldn’t dare to follow a stranger without her mother’s permission. It should be fine.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AOh right, Theresa asked me to return to Schicksal tomorrow for some paperwork. If Kitty is willing to stay here for a holiday, please take care of her in my stead.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AIsn’t this a little irresponsible…
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ADon’t worry, I’ll take care of the child. It’s rare for us to go on a vacation, the two of you should fully enjoy this time of leisure.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Hehehe…)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(There are three Schicksal S-rank Valkyries right before me! So close…)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(In a sunny town caressed by sea breeze, the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to seek the secrets to power from three S-rank Valkyries is right before me!)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Sushang-sama has become even more dashing since we last met. Her smile is like a wind blowing across mountain creeks. I heard that traveling ten thousand miles tops reading ten thousand books, and she’s living proof of it!)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(So amazing. How can I do what I like and become stronger at the same time like Sushang-sama? Hmm? Is Durandal-sama looking at me too?)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Wow! Whether it’s the battlefield or the resort, Durandal-sama is always the most glamorous presence!)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Alvitr said Durandal-sama is only a bit more self-disciplined and serious than us, but I’m tough on myself too. How long will it take for me to become as strong as Durandal?)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Why is Rita-sama smiling at me too? She’s so intelligent and elegant, like a star shining above a desert!)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A(Why is it that Rita-sama can do everything perfectly with ease? Unlike me, who always messmessSic; Expected: messes up in unexpected ways, Rita-sama is practically perfect!)
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASusannah? Susannah? Ahem, what’s on your mind?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHuh huh huh!? Alvitr! Where are they?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThey already went to the town! They were staring at you when I came. You were dazed so they didn’t know what to do.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThey were staring at me?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYeah, luckily I was there to reassure them that you’re fine.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAh… ah?! What did you say?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI said “Don’t worry, Susannah must be fantasizing again!”
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhaaaaaaaaat?!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHahaha, I was joking! I told them you were contemplating the camera angle.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ADon’t scare me like that! I just wrote a 30,000-word long apology letter with my mind!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHaha, sorry! I’ve kept you waiting. It’s the noon break so let’s look around?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ASure!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThe noon sun poured its warmth on the quiet streets, shedding dappled light through colorful mosaic lamps. Languid cats were either lying in window displays, or pacing before the streets.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ADid you know that this town became a popular tourist destination because of its huge cat population, more so than its scenery?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAww! So cute! Furballs are everywhere!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHere people believe that cats bring good luck. The elderly believe that whoever cats welcome will attain happiness, and whoever cats leave will bring misfortune.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AReally? Let me try! Come here little fella! I’ll take a picture of you!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AMeow…
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AMeow!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHahaha, only old folks believe in that. Nevertheless, the people here love cats, to the point of naming their town “Meow Town”.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AMeow Town… It lives up to its name! Here kitty kitty! Lemme pet you!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ACat that had its claws touched
Meow!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ACat that could not dodge in time
Meeew!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAlthough loving cats is their tradition, the town got its name from the legend of Knight Kat.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AKnight Kat?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ALegends say after the Great Eruption ended, the townsfolk merrily reveled on, but the reveling only left them with endless lostness and emptiness.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhen people were at a loss and the crime rates were soaring, it was Knight Kat who protected the town at night.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHuh? Then Knight Kat is a hero like Sushang-sama! But why is it called Knight Kat?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ACats are said to be the symbol of Knight Kat! Following its emergence, more and more cats have come to the town, filling the emptiness inside people with their fluffy appearance and free spirit.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYeah! justjustSic; Expected: Just look at them, who can say no to such cuteness? Kitty, lemme hug you!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AEhhh? Where are you going?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AThe instant Susannah extended her hand to pet, the cats bolted to Alvitr’s feet, some rubbing against her ankle affectionately.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhat friendly little fellas. They aren’t a bit afraid of strangers.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AOh no, the cats all left me, is something bad going to happen to me?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ACome on, Susannah, that’s just a myth the elderly believe in! I can’t believe you’re one of them.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAm not! I just want to be surrounded by cats like you. Alvitr, how did you do it?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAh, I didn’t do anything.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ABut they adore you. In contrast, they won’t let me pet them.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AMaybe you were too friendly? Cats aren’t dogs, they need space! But don’t lose hope, getting along with this unconstrained and independent animal is tricky in the first place!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhat tricks must I know, then? Please teach me, Alvitr, I will do anything to pet the cats!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI don’t know? I wasn’t doing anything when they flocked to me.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A…
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHa! Why don’t you ask the adjutant? She’s very close with Stan, so I bet she knows some secret tricks!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AHmm, come to think of it, Stan really likes Rita-sama. If I meet her today, I must ask her for advice on befriending cats!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AI wish you luck! It’s getting late, I’ll be going to my shift!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AYou have it tough. Then I’ll look around and see if I can take good shots!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AAfter waving goodbye, Susannah ran to the town map board on the side. When the orange cat dozing under the board saw the girl coming happily, it immediately woke up and ran behind a tree.
🔇
N/A🔇
N/ADon’t know when I’ll get to pet them… I can’t lose hope, I’ll learn how to befriend them if I keep trying! I should decide where to go next!
🔇
N/A🔇
N/AWhere to go next?
🔇
N/A🔇
N/A< Choosing one of the following prompts will unlock the following stages. >
End
