Good Morning, Roscaelifer/Story/Chic Bootique

Chic Bootique

Tailorboo: You! Just! Don't! Get! Fashion!

Fashionboo: I don't get fashion? I was spinning thread at three, sewing at five, and designing patterns like a pro by seven.

Fashionboo: I was upgrading Airspace Patrol uniform buttons before you were even manufactured!

Captain Boo: Whoa, whoa, both of you, chill out... Can someone tell me what's going on here?

Fashionboo: Captain, this apprentice you sent my way is too full of herself! I asked her to bring her best design, and she showed up empty-handed, saying she was the best design.

Tailorboo: Weren't you the one who said "show me the best design"?

Tailorboo: This soft, squishy exterior and fluffy outfit of mine...

Tailorboo: It's the most perfect design that Lady Sunbringer has gifted to this world through me!

Fashionboo: Hmph, that's like turning in a blank test and saying you've completed it. I'd say your logic core got fried, instead...

Fashionboo: The bottom line is, you failed the apprentice test!

Tailorboo and Captain Boo leave Chic Bootique dejectedly.

Captain Boo: Don't be down, little one. There are more opportunities out there. Kahkiboo, the boss of Chic Bootique, is looking for ideas for next season's collection from the public. You can give it another try...

Tailorboo: But that guy already said he wasn't gonna let me through...

Captain Boo: Don't sweat it, I already signed you up under my name. Pretty sure Kahkiboo will at least give your work a look, y'know, as a favor to me.

Tailorboo: Captain! What am I gonna do without you?!

Captain Boo: Alright, alright, let's skip the whole "Bangboo's New Clothes" shtick this time. Go knock 'em out with your actual work!

Tailorboo: Don't worry, Captain! I won't let you down this time.

A few days later, Tailorboo finishes her design. But this piece was her own unique creation. Should she model the piece herself, or have a model Bangboo Showcase it?

(Continue to Who'll Wear This Piece? 1)

Who'll Wear This Piece? 1

Wear the Piece Herself (Self-Model Outfit Count +1)

Tailorboo: Just as I thought. My work is only perfect when it's on me!

Have a Professional Model It

Tailorboo: Hmm... Forget it. The best work deserves the best model to shine brightly on the biggest stage!

Among all the soft, muted designs, Tailorboo's piece immediately grabs everyone's attention with its bold use of purple. Even Fashionboo stops momentarily in front of the piece to check it out.

Fashionboo: Clean stitching with a reasonable fit. Designing patterns for a Bangboo's bouncy, rounded body is no easy feat, but you nailed it.

Tailorboo: Heh heh!

Fashionboo: But the fatal mistake is that this vibrant purple... It's way too outdated!

Tailorboo: Outdated? No way! I referenced the latest...

Fashionboo: I know what you're thinking. Since light colors are trending this season, why not flip the script and use bold, eye-catching colors to stand out at the recruitment event?

Fashionboo: You drew inspiration from Rebeat's spring collection, and with your killer craftsmanship, this is bound to become the signature style for Chic Bootique's next season lineup.

Fashionboo: But you're blithely unaware that this color's scheme was originally created by Chic Bootique three years ago, and the base design is very similar, too. Our designs have inspired many brands, and similar styles have popped up all over New Eridu.

Fashionboo: And finally, it trickled down where it no doubt caught your eye. You think this is your original style? How naive. This was a choice selected for you by the people in this very shop way before.

Tailorboo: I...

Fashionboo: Look, you've got some serious designing skills, so I'm willing to take you on as my apprentice. But don't even think about working on next quarters' new releases — you've got a ton of catching up to do first...

Though Tailorboo successfully scores the apprenticeship, Fashionboo's words hit her hard, leaving her questioning everything about her own design style...

Captain Boo: Hey, what're you zoning out for? I heard from the folks at the shop that you made apprentice?

Captain Boo: Oh, right. I've got another good news. Today's new design showcase isn't just bringing in contestants, we've got a ton of buyers from the industry showing up too.

Captain Boo: One of them liked your designs so much they're talking about bringing you along to the Ehn-Na Fashion Week. Fashionboo doesn't have any objections, and said it'll be a solid opportunity for you to sharpen your skills.

Tailorboo: Well, technically speaking, this isn't my own design. I just referenced an older version of one of Chic Bootique's past works and improved on it a bit...

Captain Boo: After all, he's also signed with Chic Bootique, so it should be fine to give them one of Chic Bootique's past designs, right? Of course, if you have other works, I'm sure he'd be willing to take a look.

Faced with the chance to get her work recognized, Tailorboo finds herself torn. Should she play it safe and reference Chic Bootique's past designs to deliver a standard response to the client's request? Or should she take a gamble on her own creative vision?

(Continue to The Choice of the "Self")

The Choice of the "Self"

Play It Safe

After mulling it over, Tailorboo decides to play it safe and submits the improved version of Chic Bootique's former purple design to the client. She doesn't have high hopes — after all, it was basically just a rework of a past design.

But the outfit flies off the shelves at launch, leaving Tailorboo deeply doubting herself. After all, it wasn't exactly cutting-edge or original, but just some tweaks on an old design.

Merchantboo: Oh man, oh man, thank you so much! The new designs you created are selling like hotcakes. Now every Bangboo on Beckford Street is riding this fresh new wave of fashion!

Tailorboo: Well... Strictly speaking, it's nothing new. I merely tweaked an old Chic Bootique design.

Merchantboo: Details, details! We're in business here. If it sells, it sells!

Merchantboo: That's why we want to partner with you again. Look, I even brought the contract! This time, we're hoping to improve on Chic Bootique's design from last winter...

Tailorboo: I... I'm not really sure if this is the right thing to do... Senior Fashionboo, what do you think?

Fashionboo: Don't ask me, you have to make the call yourself. All I ask is that your skills don't embarrass the name of Chic Bootique, that's all.

Fashionboo's attitude and the bizarre sales report have left Tailorboo doubting her own design principles.

If just copying old designs gets all the acclaim, when will her original works ever get their moment to shine? When will she create a style that truly stands the test of time?

Captain Boo: You called me out here outta the blue. I'm guessing you're still on the fence about the partnership?

Captain Boo: Fashionboo told me he's actually elated that you landed that contract. But that Bangboo's just too proud to show it.

Captain Boo: Whether you wanna ride this wave and keep the partnership going, or stick to your original vision and walk away from the deal, I've got your back either way.

Merchantboo's still waiting on a reply. Should they keep working together, or call it quits?

(Continue to An Unexpected Order)

Exercise Her Creativity/Improvise

Tailorboo decides to submit an original design of her own to Merchantboo — a design style that uniquely belongs to herself, one that was destined to shine brightly at Ehn-Na Fashion Week.

Tailorboo: Captain, could you ask Merchantboo to wait just a bit longer? I'm still working on a brand new design, and I'm hoping to showcase my own work again at Ehn-Na Fashion Week.

Captain Boo: Ahh... got it, I'll buy you some time! Let's go, Tailorboo! Show everyone what you've got!

Captain Boo barely takes a step out the door before Fashionboo barges right in...

Fashionboo: Hold up. Before you start designing, I gotta pump the brakes on this whole Ehn-Na Fashion Week thing.

Tailorboo: Pump the brakes?

Fashionboo: That's right. For years now, Chic Bootique has only been allowed one designer to represent them at Ehn-Na Fashion Week — and that's me.

Fashionboo: Though you scored a sweet invite to Fashion Week through Merchantboo, you'll draw attention away from the shop's own designs. So, I'll have no choice but to kick you out of Chic Bootique.

Fashionboo: Of course, if you're willing to give up this opportunity, I'll make it worth your while in other ways. For example, converting you into a full-time role, mentoring your design journey...

Tailorboo: So if I give up my spot at the Ehn-Na Fashion Week for you, I'll officially get promoted from an apprentice? And you'll support my designs too?

Fashionboo: Of course, I always keep my word. But I'll still have to vet your so-called "designs" first.

Tailorboo: I understand... but I refuse!

Fashionboo: Y—You... You're really gonna turn against Chic Bootique?

Tailorboo: First off, according to the Bootique's policy, whether an apprentice stays or goes is ultimately up to the manager Kahkiboo to decide. I don't trust a word you say.

Tailorboo: Second, I'm not going against Chic Bootique. I'm just going against you!

Fashionboo: Alright, you're on! I'm looking forward to facing you on the runway! Let's see who'll have the last laugh!

(Continue to The Form of the "Self"!)

An Unexpected Order

Keep Working Together (timed)

Tailorboo: Alright, I'll accept your offer to work together, but about copying the previous designs...

Merchantboo: Not an issue! I've already got the old design patterns ready, so making those changes will be a breeze for you!

Tailorboo: That's not what I meant... It's just, I'm really passionate about this field, so I hope that I can showcase what I'm capable of...

Merchantboo: I get it, I'll throw in more Dennies! Don't worry, I can front you half the payment right now!

Tailorboo: Huh?

Merchantboo: Is that not enough? Then, I'll throw in another 20% commission.

Merchantboo: No need to hesitate. Here, have these 200,000 Dennies. Consider it a personal gift!

Tailorboo: Ummm...

(Continue to The Price of the "Self")

Give Up the Partnership

Tailorboo: Sorry, but I'm gonna have to pass on this partnership. I need more time to figure out where my work is headed.

Merchantboo: I see... I get that you've got your own reasons. If you change your mind, feel free to contact me anytime.

Fashionboo: Why turn him down? You'd get market recognition and rake in some serious Dennies. Sounds like a pretty sweet deal to me.

Tailorboo: That's not the goal I'm after. I want to create designs that stand the test of time, fashion that every Bangboo will wear...

Tailorboo chooses to stay at Chic Bootique, searching for the path to achieve her goals through design after design, garment after garment.

After years of hard work, Tailorboo finally cracks the code to achieve that target. She decides to leave Chic Bootique and embark on her own design journey.

Fashionboo: You sure about this? Going solo carries way more risk than working at the Bootique.

Tailorboo: I've thought it through carefully! If I want designs that'll never go out of style, something every Bangboo will wear, there's only this one path!

Tailorboo: And that is — a uniform!

(Go to Ending 2)

The Price of the "Self"

Facing the relentless pressure and onslaught of Dennies from Merchantboo, Tailorboo finds herself in a bind. Should she stick to adapting previous designs for a big paycheck, or risk getting this partnership canceled by insisting on an original design of her own?

Continue Adapting

(Go to Ending 1)

Insist on Original Designs

After much deliberation, Tailorboo decides to submit an original design of her own — a design style that uniquely belongs to herself, one that was destined to shine brightly at Ehn-Na Fashion Week.

Tailorboo: Captain, could you ask Merchantboo to wait just a bit longer? I'm still working on a brand new design, and I'm hoping to showcase my own work again at Ehn-Na Fashion Week.

Captain Boo: Ahh... got it, I'll buy you some time! Let's go, Tailorboo! Show everyone what you've got!

Captain Boo barely takes a step out the door before Fashionboo barges right in...

Fashionboo: Hold up. Before you start designing, I gotta pump the brakes on this whole Ehn-Na Fashion Week thing.

Tailorboo: Pump the brakes?

Fashionboo: That's right. For years now, Chic Bootique has only been allowed one designer to represent them at Ehn-Na Fashion Week — and that's me.

Fashionboo: Though you scored a sweet invite to Fashion Week through Merchantboo, you'll draw attention away from the shop's own designs. So, I'll have no choice but to kick you out of Chic Bootique.

Fashionboo: Of course, if you're willing to give up this opportunity, I'll make it worth your while in other ways. For example, converting you into a full-time role, mentoring your design journey...

Tailorboo: So if I give up my spot at the Ehn-Na Fashion Week for you, I'll officially get promoted from an apprentice? And you'll support my designs too?

Fashionboo: Of course, I always keep my word. But I'll still have to vet your so-called "designs" first.

Tailorboo: I understand... but I refuse!

Fashionboo: Y—You... You're really gonna turn against Chic Bootique?

Tailorboo: First off, according to the Bootique's policy, whether an apprentice stays or goes is ultimately up to the manager Kahkiboo to decide. I don't trust a word you say.

Tailorboo: Second, I'm not going against Chic Bootique. I'm just going against you!

Fashionboo: Alright, you're on! I'm looking forward to facing you on the runway! Let's see who'll have the last laugh!

(Continue to The Form of the "Self"!)

The Form of the "Self"!

Just thinking about that smug face of Fashionboo gets Tailorboo's voltage surging. Looking at the nearly completed design draft, some bold ideas begin brewing in her circuits. Will she push forward with these new ideas, or stick with her original vision?

Push Forward Boldly

Without a moment's hesitation, Tailorboo once again embraces a bold style. This is the artistic expression that truly belongs to her.

But that also means scrapping the whole design and starting from scratch. Tailorboo continues to work through countless nights as endless revisions are made, right up until her systems enforce a mandatory shutdown...

Captain Boo: Hey, wake up, kiddo. You alright? I get that you're chasing artistic expression and all, but you gotta take care of yourself! You're so drained that even your screen's dimming...

Tailorboo: Huh? Captain? My bad... I was so focused, I didn't even notice you walk up.

Tailorboo: Let me show you my genius design! It's gonna absolutely blow everyone away at the Ehn-Na Fashion Week!

Captain Boo: Uh... you sure about this? This design looks a little too wild...

Tailorboo: Naturally! Art's gotta be a little wild, after all!

Tailorboo: Oh, and I'll need you to round up some helpers for me, Captain. Gotta make sure this whole show runs smoothly!

Captain Boo: You're referring to these background extras from the design plans? That shouldn't be too hard...

(Go to Ending 3)

Keep the Original Design

To ensure her victory over Fashionboo at the Ehn-Na Fashion Week, Tailorboo chooses to play it safe, constantly refining the original design.

From overall pattern adjustments to the tiniest details of button stitching, Tailorboo continues to work from dawn till dusk, right up until her systems enforce a mandatory shutdown...

Captain Boo: Hey, wake up, kiddo. You alright? I get that you're trying to prove something, but you gotta take care of yourself! You're so drained that even your screen's dimming...

Tailorboo: Huh? Captain? My bad... I was so focused, I didn't even notice you walk up.

Tailorboo: Let me show you my design! I'm hoping to prove myself with it at the Ehn-Na Fashion Week!

Captain Boo: There's no doubt about it. Even I can tell you poured your heart and soul into this.

Captain Boo: But the design at the back... doesn't feel very stable...

Tailorboo: Design's all about trade-offs, y'know? Don't sweat it.

Finally, Tailorboo finishes her piece for Ehn-Na Fashion Week. This is her passion project. Should she model the piece herself, or have a model Bangboo showcase it?

(Continue to Who'll Wear This Piece? 2)

Who'll Wear This Piece? 2

Wear the Piece Herself (Self-Model Outfit Count +1)

Tailorboo: Just as I thought. My work is only perfect when it's on me!

Have a Professional Model It

Tailorboo: Hmm... Forget it. The best work deserves the best model to shine brightly on the biggest stage!

In the blink of an eye, the opening day of Ehn-Na Fashion Week arrives, and Tailorboo spots her opponent and senior, Fashionboo, in the waiting area.

Fashionboo: It's your turn, apprentice. Your work...

Tailorboo: Hmm? Cat got your tongue, senior~?

Fashionboo: Mmm. The outline's not that different from your last piece, but you've clearly leveled up your control over the flow of the waist darts and side seams.

Tailorboo: Uh-huh, what else?

Fashionboo: The biggest breakthrough? The design philosophy. The fabric and color pairings are way more harmonious, and the skirt length's been adjusted to account for dynamic movement.

Tailorboo: Who knew you're actually pretty god at throwing compliments... But hey, there's still time to throw in the towel!

Fashionboo: It's just that, for the sake of the design, you went with some pretty flimsy stitchings...

Tailorboo: Seriously? Do you always have to throw in some criticisms? Is there something wrong with your logic core or what?

Fashionboo: I'm just being honest. Overall, you've made some serious progress with this piece, it's just... hey! Come on, at least let me finish!

Tailorboo heads straight to the fitting room without a second glance, but the moment the garment unfolds, those flimsy stitches in the back simply split wide open...

Tailorboo: Ahhhhh...! Oh no, oh no... I was so focused on preparing for the runway itself, I didn't bring a single sewing tool...

Captain Boo: What's wrong? I heard a noise from outside...

Captain Boo: Ugh... I knew it... The back couldn't hold and split open...

Fashionboo: Leave it to me! Apprentice, you go arrange the runway music. I've got my sewing kit right here. I promise I'll have it looking good as new.

Tailorboo: Wait... Will we make it in time? Look, if it can't be done, I can just drop out...

Fashionboo: There's no such thing as "giving up" in Chic Bootique's operational philosophy! Don't worry! I was already learning to sew before you even rolled off the assembly line!

(Continue to Shining on Stage)

Shining on Stage

Luckily, it's a close call, but no real damage has been done. After wrapping up the music arrangements, the outfit repairs has [sic] been completed by Fashionboo. Making it in the nick of time before hitting the stage, Tailorboo arrives at the waiting area.

Wear the Piece Herself (Unlocked after selecting "Wear the Piece Herself" twice)

(Go to Ending 4)

Have a Professional Model It

(Go to Ending 5)

Ending 1: Second-Hand Designer

Fashion trends and the public's taste may let her down, but Dennies... Dennies will never abandon her...

It's been a long time since Tailorboo decided to copy previous designs. Since then, she has also left Chic Bootique and started her own fashion company.

By copying exceptional designs and acquiring studios behind popular trends, Tailorboo gradually becomes a major player in the industry.

Tailorboo: What the ehn-na is this? I asked you to reference Chic Bootique's summer collection, and this is what you turn in?

Newbieboo: But... I just wanna create something that's truly mine... Boss, haven't you ever thought about expressing yourself through your own work?

Tailorboo: I...

Tailorboo: I'm officially informing you that you're fired as of now!

After years crawling through the fashion industry, Tailorboo's managed to grasp the game inside out. Chasing trends? Pointless. New talent's always rising up, and there'll always be fresh designers setting the next wave.

Fashion trends and the public's taste may let her down, but Dennies... Dennies will never abandon her...

(The End)

Ending 2: Expert in Uniformity

Fashion always moves along with the times, with new trends pushing out the old. No single style stays on top forever.

After leaving Chic Bootique, Tailorboo opens up her own uniform design studio.

Thanks to her exceptional craftsmanship and expertise in uniforms, Tailorboo's workshop gradually becomes the official supplier for the Central Computing Department and the External Strategy Department.

Looking at all kinds of uniforms on the wall, Tailorboo feels a sense of relief at her decision!

Tailorboo: Fashion always moves along with the times, with new trends pushing out the old. No single style stays on top forever.

Tailorboo: Only uniforms, though plain and boring, can be worn by every Bangboo — a timeless classic that never goes out of style.

(The End)

Ending 3: Boo-ella

Nobody defines my work but me!

In the blink of an eye, the opening day of Ehn-Na Fashion Week arrives. Fashionboo paces back and forth at the entrance anxiously, waiting for his rival, Tailorboo, to show up.

Fashionboo: This is weird... I've been feeling kinda restless, like my core's voltage keeps fluctuating...

Captain Boo: Uh... I'm guessing... maybe the power supply system needs some maintenance?

Fashionboo: Is that so? But I can't shake the feeling that Fashion Week's way quieter than usual this year.

Fashionboo: Speaking of which, where's that apprentice? How come she hasn't shown up yet?

Tailorboo: Oh? Did you miss me, senior?

Fashionboo turns toward the commotion and spots Tailorboo hanging off the side of a vehicle, dressed in an eye-catching pink-and-white outfit. Trailing behind her is a bunch of followers shouting out all kinds of slogans.

Fashionboo: Wh—What is this?

Tailorboo: This? This is art you could never understand!

Parade of Bangboo: Art! Art! Art!

Tailorboo: Nobody defines my work but me!

Tailorboo: Because I am fashion itself! And fashion is all about being wild!

Parade of Bangboo: Wild! Wild! Wild!

That day, media outlets across Roscaelifer scrambled to cover the march.

Trending topics begin popping up all over Interboo, such as "Fashion Grand Parade," "Ultra-Cool Designer," and "Chic Bootique's Throne In Jeopardy."

And as for the mastermind behind this fashion parade, Tailorboo, the fashion world gave her a fitting title: "Boo-ella."

(The End)

Ending 4: Angel's Descent

Years have passed since the legendary Ehn-Na Fashion Week, but that mind-blowing spectacle is still seared into the memory of every Bangboo who attended.

Captain Boo: Tailorboo, are you sure you want to do this?

Tailorboo: Don't worry, Captain! I'm gonna show everyone what real fashion looks like!

Hostboo: Up next, a piece from another designer at Chic Bootique — Tailorboo! Her work will be modeled by... Wait... She's going to model the design herself?

In that moment, no one could look away. The instant the spotlight hit her, she conquered that entire stage.

Even at Ehn-Na Fashion Week, where famous designers gather, she becomes the one who shines the brightest.

Hostboo: Tailorboo walks forward wearing her own creation, but... she's veering off course? She... just walks off the stage?

Hostboo: Hold up, she grabbed Fashionboo, who's also from Chic Bootique, and is shoving him onto the runway...

(Hold - "Invite" Fashionboo Up on Stage)

Fashionboo: Wh—What are you doing?!

Tailorboo: Me? I'm gonna tell everyone!

Tailorboo: Be it classic or cutting-edge, bold or subdued! You can find every style a Bangboo could want, all at Chic Bootique!

Years have passed since the legendary Ehn-Na Fashion Week, but that mind-blowing spectacle is still seared into the memory of every Bangboo who attended.

The apprentice from Chic Bootique won the Best in Show, and this winner actually dragged another designer from the store onstage with her mid-show, then straight up broke the rules by shouting out an advertisement...

Fashionboo: Hey there, welcome to Chic Bootique.

Curious Bangboo: Hello, I want to check out the new stuff you got this season...

Fashionboo: Alright, alright, I'll get our store model to show you right away... Model! Model!!

Tailorboo: What model? Pretty sure that's not my name, you know?

Fashionboo: Alright, alright... Fashionista Boo! Could you do us a favor and model our new stuff for the customers?

Tailorboo: You bet! Time to show him what real fashion looks like!

(The End)

Ending 5: Fashion Trendsetter

Then head right down to Chic Bootique! The most beautiful clothes in all of Roscaelifer can be found there!

Captain Boo: Tailorboo, are you sure you want to do this?

Tailorboo: Don't worry, Captain! I'm gonna show everyone what real fashion looks like!

Hostboo: Up next, a piece from another designer at Chic Bootique — Tailorboo!

In that moment, no one could look away. Under the spotlight, her creation conquered that entire stage.

But Tailorboo herself is nowhere to be seen. Instead, Fashionboo struts onto the runway and takes the mic from the host's hand.

Hostboo: Hey, can I ask where the designer of this outfit is?

Fashionboo: Uh... She left a video message. You all can hear it for yourselves...

Tailorboo: Craving the fashion I create? I can give it all to you!

Tailorboo: Head right down to Chic Bootique! The most beautiful clothes in all of Roscaelifer can be found there!

Years have passed since the legendary Ehn-Na Fashion Week, but that mind-blowing spectacle is still seared into the memory of every Bangboo who attended.

The apprentice from Chic Bootique won the Best in Show, yet the designer herself was a no-show at the big event. Instead, another designer from the store played her statement, breaking protocol by blasting out the store's advertisement...

Fashionboo: Hey there, welcome to Chic Bootique.

Curious Bangboo: Hello, I'd like to commission the most beautiful outfit in all of Roscaelifer...

Fashionboo: Uh... Tailorboo! Another customer's here to place a custom order!

Tailorboo: Heh heh, I called it! Once the new collection drops, everyone would come looking for me!

Fashionboo: Seriously, you. After all these years, can't you be a little more humble?

Tailorboo: Of course not. I'm the best designer in all of Roscaelifer!

(The End)