A Soldier's New Year Traditions

(Idle)

Soldier 11: I'm really concerned...

(Talk to Soldier 11)

Soldier 11: Why are you here, CrimsonFlikersofMoon?

What brings you here?

Soldier 11: You might be surprised, but I'm here to celebrate the New Year. I was told my tense nerves could use some relaxation.

Soldier 11: Watching those round, fluffy Bangboo bounce around is supposed to be really soothing, perfect for ringing in the New Year.

Nice choice!

I think so too.

Soldier 11: Speaking of New Year, there are a few traditions that always confuse me.

Soldier 11: Like this one: "If you kiss at midnight in the Hollow, you'll spend the rest of your lives together." Do you believe that?

Never heard of a tradition like that.

Soldier 11: Really? I've been hearing people say this since I was a kid!

Sounds pretty unscientific.

Sounds kind of unsanitary.

Soldier 11: Now that you mention it... Yeah, exposing your oral mucosa like that in the Hollow just increases the risk of corruption.

Soldier 11: ...Why didn't I think of that? Traditions really can be strange.

So, there's really no such tradition...

Soldier 11: I'll figure out if it's a tradition or not. Let's go, Proxy.

Where to?

Soldier 11: To the Hollow.

Soldier 11: You always get me thinking.
I want you to help me check out another New Year tradition.

Sure thing. Let's go.

Just give me a sec...

(Exit dialogue)

Verify the authenticity of the traditions with Soldier 11 in the Hollow

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Soldier 11's New Year traditions sound a bit strange... but since she's so insistent, let's accompany her to the Hollow.

(Talk to Soldier 11 again if left)

Soldier 11: Ready to go?

Yes, let's hit the road!

Just give me a moment...

(Exit dialogue)

Check out the New Year celebrations with Soldier 11

(Enter combat)

Soldier 11: Just ahead.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What are you searching for?

Soldier 11: I hope you like it. I loved it when I was younger.

(After defeating the enemies)

Soldier 11: You can't celebrate the New Year without some explosions, right?

Soldier 11: The Ether surge from an Ethereal exploding is enough to wash away all the frailness and regrets of the past year.

Soldier 11: Please don't tell me you've never heard of this New Year tradition. It's really confusing me.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Trust me, I'm even more confused than you. These ...traditions? Who told you about them?

Soldier 11: They did.

(After completing combat mission)

Soldier 11: Incredible. Am I hearing you right? Battling exploding Ethereals isn't a New Year's tradition in New Eridu?

No such tradition on Gilded Carrot Day.

Soldier 11: Seriously? How could that be?

Your past is a bit questionable.

Soldier 11: Besides, it's pretty rude to speculate about a soldier's past.
But... it does pique my interest. How come?

Soldier 11: Without the sound of those Ethereals exploding, your New Year must be so quiet. And boring!

We use regular firecrackers.

There are beautiful fireworks.

Soldier 11: ...Those are just toys and have nothing to do with combat...

Gilded Carrot Day isn't about combat.

New Year should be about relaxing.

Soldier 11: ...So you don't fight at all? ...Not even once?

Soldier 11: Just hiding away safely and enjoying peace without facing any danger?

Soldier 11: That is just...
So lazy... and yet so wonderful.

Soldier 11: I've never experienced a New Year like that.

Soldier 11: Compared to that, it feels like...
All the "traditions" I know are just tricks to lure us into the Hollow to kill more monsters.

I can't really judge without seeing the full picture.

Soldier 11: ...ScarletTorturer_Pane, you're as gentle as ever.

Soldier 11: Indeed. This is something I need to think about. I shouldn't rely on anyone... not even you.

"Us"...?

Soldier 11: Surprised? I have silver... I mean, I have siblings, just like you.

Soldier 11: Maybe we have more in common than we realize.

Soldier 11: ...I should get back to my mission. By the way, do you have any New Year's wishes?

Why do you want to know?

Soldier 11: Just curious. It ties into what I know about a third "New Year tradition."

...I want Eous to win!

...I want (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) to be safe and healthy!

Soldier 11: Such a sweet yet lazy wish. Here, take this.

What are these materials...?

Soldier 11: Consider them a little New Year's gift.

Soldier 11: The third New Year's tradition I know is that giving gifts during this time is like sharing good luck. I'm passing my good luck to you, so your wishes will definitely come true.

...Don't you need good luck too?

Soldier 11: A strong soldier can protect themselves.
You, as someone who can hardly lift a feather, shouldn't be worrying about me.

Soldier 11: Honestly, I envy you... You can always voice your wishes. Moreover, your wishes tend to revolve around others.
My wishes are all about me... "I" want to get stronger, "I" want promotions...

Soldier 11: So, after hearing your wishes... Call it a silly thought, superstition, or just me being impulsive, whatever you like... I want to do something for you.

Soldier 11: Let's part ways here, RedNYsDawn.
Please make good use of my good luck.

Soldier 11: When we meet again, you may have become someone like Phaethon, a legendary Proxy, though I won't let you outshine me.

(Obtain Distant Rustic)

(Obtain Curled Rustic)

(Obtain Clasping Rustic)

Join the training "Emerald Leaf Song" in the new outfit

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We've obtained a new accessory for Eous. We should try it out in the training matches at "Ridu's Got Boo"! There seems to be a perfect themed event...

(Complete Emerald Leaf Song (I))