New Training

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New Training

Story Type
Phaethon's Story

Chapter
Memories of Dreams Bygone

Episode
1

Starting Location
Suibian Temple - Failume Heights

Previous
Ending at Last...?

Next
"The Town" (Episode)

Parent Commissions
Haven in the Miasma

Subtle Anomaly

"The Town"

Summary
Characters

The Miasma gradually recedes, unveiling mysterious lands yet untouched. Whether opportunity or danger lurks within, there's only one way to find out.

Ah-Deh, Belle, Drowned Ideal - Komano Manato (NPC), Eous, Fairy, Ju Fufu, Komano Manato, Little Lucia, Lucia Elowen, Pal, Pan Yinhu, Ukinami Yuzuha, Viggo Moss, West, Wise, Yidhari Murphy, Yixuan

New Training is the first episode of Season 2 - Chapter 4: Memories of Dreams Bygone in Phaethon's Story.

Parts

Candescent
New Conflict
Spook Shack Friend
Strange Identity
"The Town"
Dreams Made Real
The Silver Arrival
"Drowned Ideal"

Steps

Haven in the Miasma
1. Talk to Yixuan
2. Talk to Ju Fufu
3. Check on Komano Manato
4. Return to Suibian Temple to talk to (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍)
5. Meet up with Komano Manato at Mystic Wares
Subtle Anomaly
2. Talk to Komano Manato and enter the Hollow
4. Explore Timesworn Hills
6. Clear out the Ethereals blocking the way
8. Talk to the lost person ahead
10. Head towards the dam
12. Talk to Pal
14. Follow Moss to the town
16. Clear out the Ethereals blocking the way
18. Continue towards the town
"The Town"
2. Enter the "Town" to investigate
4. Go listen to the conversation between Komano Manato and Moss
6. Find Lucia and talk to her
8. Escape from the "Town"!

Gameplay Notes

During steps 7-14, a trial Komano Manato and Lucia Elowen are added to the squad.
During steps 15-17, the story can be paused.
During step 18, a special chase sequence will occur. The player will be defeated if the Ethereal catches them or if they stay in the Miasma for too long.

Trial Mode

Inter-Knot Rank: Legendary Proxy
Team Position	Agent & W-Engine	Skills & Equipment	Stats
1	Komano Manato Lv. 55 Komano Manato Grill O'Wisp Lv. 55 Grill O'Wisp	Basic Attack Lv. 9 Dodge Lv. 9 Assist Lv. 9 Special Attack Lv. 9 Chain Attack Lv. 9 Core Skill Lv. 6	HP: 17,107 ATK: 1,711 DEF: 725 Impact: 95 CRIT Rate: 37.4% CRIT DMG: 118.8% Anomaly Mastery: 87 Anomaly Proficiency: 90 PEN Ratio: 0% PEN: 0 Energy Regen: 0 Energy Generation Rate: 0% Energy Limit: 0 DMG Bonus: 25.5% +15% Sheer Force: 2,223 Adrenaline GainAdrenaline GainAutomatic Adrenaline Accumulation: 0 Adrenaline Generation Rate: 0% Max Adrenaline: 120
1		Drive Discs Not Provided Drive Disc Lv. ? Set Bonus None
2	Lucia Elowen Lv. 55 Lucia Elowen Kaboom the Cannon Lv. 55 Kaboom the Cannon	Basic Attack Lv. 9 Dodge Lv. 9 Assist Lv. 9 Special Attack Lv. 9 Chain Attack Lv. 9 Core Skill Lv. 6	HP: 19,155 ATK: 2,025 DEF: 867 Impact: 83 CRIT Rate: 12.2% CRIT DMG: 64.4% Anomaly Mastery: 96 Anomaly Proficiency: 95 PEN Ratio: 0% PEN: 0 Energy Regen: 2.65 Energy Generation Rate: 0% Energy Limit: 120
2		Drive Discs Not Provided Drive Disc Lv. ? Set Bonus None

Inter-Knot Rank: Elite Proxy
Team Position	Agent & W-Engine	Skills & Equipment	Stats
1	Komano Manato Lv. 45 Komano Manato Grill O'Wisp Lv. 45 Grill O'Wisp	Basic Attack Lv. 7 Dodge Lv. 7 Assist Lv. 7 Special Attack Lv. 7 Chain Attack Lv. 7 Core Skill Lv. 4	HP: 10,993 ATK: 1,232 DEF: 473 Impact: 95 CRIT Rate: 23% CRIT DMG: 85.2% Anomaly Mastery: 87 Anomaly Proficiency: 90 PEN Ratio: 0% PEN: 0 Energy Regen: 0 Energy Generation Rate: 0% Energy Limit: 0 DMG Bonus: 12.5% +15% Sheer Force: 1,468 Adrenaline GainAdrenaline GainAutomatic Adrenaline Accumulation: 0 Adrenaline Generation Rate: 0% Max Adrenaline: 120
1		Drive Discs Not Provided Drive Disc Lv. ? Set Bonus None
2	Lucia Elowen Lv. 45 Lucia Elowen Kaboom the Cannon Lv. 45 Kaboom the Cannon	Basic Attack Lv. 7 Dodge Lv. 7 Assist Lv. 7 Special Attack Lv. 7 Chain Attack Lv. 7 Core Skill Lv. 4	HP: 11,381 ATK: 1,319 DEF: 591 Impact: 83 CRIT Rate: 9.8% CRIT DMG: 59.6% Anomaly Mastery: 96 Anomaly Proficiency: 95 PEN Ratio: 0% PEN: 0 Energy Regen: 2.36 Energy Generation Rate: 0% Energy Limit: 120
2		Drive Discs Not Provided Drive Disc Lv. ? Set Bonus None

Dialogue

Haven in the Miasma

Talk to Yixuan

Yixuan Shifu is discussing something with the senior disciples... Let's go check it out!

Suibian Temple

(Idle): (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Ah, you're here, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍).; Yixuan: Perfect timing.

(Talk to (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle))

Candescent

The following is recorded in the Video Archive

"Initiation"

Video Summary: Finally, I've become an official disciple of Suibian Temple.

Story Description: Yixuan, Ju Fufu, and Pan Yinhu are having a conversation inside Suibian Temple. They are about to leave the temple to attend a mandatory meeting in the city. While entrusting Suibian Temple to the siblings, they also hold a simple initiation ceremony, making the two of them official disciples of Suibian Temple.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Good morning, (‍Wise / Belle‍).

Good morning

What's everyone doing here?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Good morning. What's everyone doing here? Discussing something?

Yixuan: Indeed. We need to leave Suibian Temple for some time to attend a mandatory meeting in the city.

Sounds like a pretty important meeting...

All of you have to go?

Yixuan: (‍A mandatory meeting... Sounds pretty important. Do all of you have to go? / A mandatory meeting, huh? Sounds pretty important. Do all of you have to go?‍)

Pan Yinhu: Yes, the disciples outside of Suibian Temple don't need to attend, but those of us who were involved in the recent happenings in Waifei Peninsula must be there.

Ju Fufu: So, guarding Suibian Temple is gonna be up to you two! That's a big responsibility!

Yixuan: But before we head out, there's something important we should do first. Fufu, could you bring the tea?

Ju Fufu: Coming right up!

Yixuan: We've been through a lot together. Your dedication and efforts have been evident to everyone. It would be improper to leave such a responsibility to a preliminary disciple.

Yixuan: So, what do you say, (‍Wise / Belle‍)? Are you willing to formally become my disciple and join Yunkui Summit?

Of course!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Of course I am! / Of course, count me in!‍)

Yixuan: Good, that's the answer I was hoping for. Then let's hold the initiation ceremony before we leave.

There's an initiation ceremony?

I'm suddenly feeling a little nervous.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): There's an initiation ceremony? I'm suddenly feeling (‍little / kinda‍) nervous...

Ju Fufu: Tea's here! Hold it carefully, Junior (‍Brother / Sister‍).

Ju Fufu: Then, lower your head and respectfully hand the tea cup to Shifu and say, "Please enjoy some tea, Shifu."

(Do as Senior Fufu instructed.)

(Bow your head and respectfully hand the tea to Yixuan Shifu.)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Please enjoy some tea, Shifu.

Yixuan takes the tea cup and slowly takes a sip...

Yixuan: Okay, that should do it.

Ju Fufu: Yay! All done! Congratulations! Welcome aboard, Junior (‍Brother / Sister‍)!

Pan Yinhu: Yeah, welcome! Haha, even though we've already known you for a while now, it still feels great to welcome you again!

So, is it over?

...Was that it?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): So is the ceremony over? Was... that it?

Yixuan: According to the rules, you should have studied at Yunkui Summit for two years before choosing an auspicious day to hold the ceremony at the mountain. Then, you and the master would swear an oath to become officially recognized as a disciple.

Yixuan: But here at Suibian Temple, those rules don't really apply. You are a disciple who has been recognized by me, and that is enough.

You're incredible, Shifu!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You're incredible, Shifu!

Ju Fufu: Actually, it's mainly because Shifu can't remember those long vows. She said it'd be better to skip them altogether...

Yixuan: What are you muttering about, Fufu? Don't lead your junior astray now.

Ah, it's nothing. Oh, so what about (‍Belle / Wise‍)?!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Ah, nothing... nothing at all. Oh, by the way, does that mean (‍Belle / Wise‍) can also become an official disciple now? We were both preliminary disciples.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): I already served the tea about half an hour ago... You were still sleeping.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): So, I officially joined before you... Which, according to the rules, makes me your (‍senior. / senior~‍)

Wait, you mean...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Wait, you mean... You're my senior now... Huh... I knew I woke up later than usual today. Did you secretly turn off my alarm?! / Wait, you mean... I could have been the senior? Okay, out with it, Wise! Did you secretly turn off my alarm?! I knew I woke up later than usual today...‍)

Yixuan: We can leave now that the temple is in good hands. Fufu, Yinhu, if you have anything you'd like to say, do it quickly. We should prepare to set off.

Talk to Ju Fufu

Senior Fufu seems to have something else to tell you. Go have a chat with her.

Suibian Temple

(Ongoing): Ju Fufu: Junior (‍BrotherBrotherText for Wise / SisterSisterText for Belle‍), there's one more thing!

(Talk to Ju Fufu): Ju Fufu: Junior (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), I've handed over the living expenses for Suibian Temple to Junior (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍). Someone will come to collect the electricity bill in a few days. Make sure to pay it on time, or Belion won't be able to use the charging station.; Ju Fufu: Not just the electricity bill, I've made a checklist of everything that needs to be taken care of. When the time comes, you can use it to make sure you got everything!; Senior Fufu, you sure have a lot on your plate!; Ju Fufu: Can't be helped. I am the most senior sister after all! This kind of stuff shouldn't be dumped on my juniors, but I'll have to trouble you two to handle things for me these next few days!; Pan Yinhu: Come to think of it, Junior Guangguang used to be the most junior... Now she's become a senior sister too.; Guangguang?; Ju Fufu: Yup, you actually have a senior sister you haven't met yet. Before you joined, she was our most junior sister. But she's been caught up in some important business lately, so you probably won't meet her for quite a while.; What's she like?; Ju Fufu: She's easy to spot, remember: if you see a girl with a big fluffy tail, flowing light brown hair, and wearing a pretty red ribbon...; Ju Fufu: That's Xiao'Guang. Make sure to call her Senior!; Okay, I got it!; "You got what?"; Just then, like a ghost suddenly materializing in a horror story, Yuzuha's voice joined the conversation.; Good morning, Yuzuha.; Morning! What brings you here?; Ukinami Yuzuha: Good morning! Business has been booming at Mystic Wares lately. A lot of items sold out, so I'm here to get some Porcelume products from Belion. I actually asked Manato to help with carrying it all.; Then how come you're alone?; Then where's Manato?; Ukinami Yuzuha: *sigh* He got held up outside. Looks like a friend of his got into an argument with someone, and he had to step in to break it up. That's why he sent me ahead.; An argument? I'll go check it out.; Ukinami Yuzuha: Yeah, go ahead. By the way, tell Manato he doesn't need to come. Belion said it'll send someone to help me move the goods to Mystic Wares.

Check on Komano Manato

Manato is caught up in an argument. Let's check out what's going down.

Failume Heights

(Idle): Proud Employee: Stay out of this...; Angry Miner: Why should I listen to you?

(Talk to Komano Manato)

New Conflict

The following is recorded in the Video Archive

"New Conflict"

Video Summary: Old friends, new friends, embarking together on a fresh journey of discovery.

Story Description: The miners and Porcelumex employees get into a quarrel over the new Lumite ore resources. Porcelumex poaches all the Proxies, leaving the miners helpless as they watch TOPS gather all the resources. Komano Manato is unwilling to accept this and sends an invitation to explore a new area together with the miners.

Angry Miner: What do you mean by that? We found it first! Just because you're wearing a suit doesn't make you right, you know!

Proud Employee: Don't be so childish. Who found it first is irrelevant. Haven't you heard the saying, "Opportunity only favors those who are prepared"?

Angry Miner: Is that so? Well, let me show you a "little opportunity" I've prepared for you as well!

Komano Manato: Put your fists down, Pal! After all the chaos Waifei has been through, now's not the time to start kicking up the dirt again.

Proud Employee: I'll say it again, opportunities are impartial. If you want to compete, Porcelumex is always ready... through legal means, of course.

Pal: Look at him, Manato! Acting all smug... No, I can't let this go. He wants to compete, huh? I'll give him competition!

Komano Manato: Wait, we've been over this before... It's impossible without a Proxy's help!

Pal: Oh, don't worry about that. I'll find a way to handle it!

Komano Manato: Hey! You're letting him get to your head...

What happened?

Here it goes again...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What happened? Are the miners and Porcelumex at it again?

Komano Manato: Yeah, as you can see. The Miasma is retreating, and a place that was once too contaminated to enter is now accessible. It's called Timesworn Hills.

Komano Manato: It's a treasure trove with loads of unmined Lumite ore resources... Some even claim to have seen large abandoned facilities there.

Komano Manato: After everyone returned and prepared to begin exploring, Porcelumex quietly got a head start. They spent a fortune to poach all the nearby Proxies and Hollow Raiders.

Komano Manato: If things keep up like this, we'll end up watching Porcelumex carry away all the Lumite ore to TOPS' factories.

That's pretty frustrating.

No wonder Pal was so angry.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): That does sound pretty frustrating. No wonder Pal is so (‍worked up / angry‍).

Komano Manato: I feel for Pal, I'm upset, too. But there's no way we can afford to offer more than Porcelumex to get those skilled Proxies to join us...

Komano Manato: Wait... Aren't you a great Proxy? Can you help us, (‍Wise / Belle‍)?

I'm way ahead of ya.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I'm way ahead of (‍you / ya‍). If you (‍want / need‍) to go into the Hollow, just let me know. We'll consider it my first training as an official disciple of Suibian Temple!

That's exactly what I was thinking!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Exactly / That's‍) what I was just thinking! Let's treat it as my first training as an official disciple of Suibian Temple. I'm ready (‍anytime! / whenever you are!‍)

Komano Manato: Alright, it's settled then. I'll make some preparations and contact Pal before he does something stupid. Oh, and we should bring her along, too.

"Her"?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): "Her"?

Komano Manato: A friend I met online through Spook Shack. She came to Failume Heights to meet in person. Her personality's a bit... different, but don't worry, she's easy to get along with. We can head out once I'm ready.

I'll head back to Suibian Temple and get ready as well.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I'll head back to Suibian Temple and get ready with (‍Belle / Wise‍).

Komano Manato: Alright, let's meet at the entrance of Mystic Wares later!

Return to Suibian Temple to talk to (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍)

Time to embark on a new exploration deep into the Hollow. Head to Suibian Temple to chat with (‍Belle / Wise‍) and prepare to enter the Hollow.

Suibian Temple

(Talk to (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle)): (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), Yuzuha already went back with the goods. How're things on your end?; (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Lemme tell you what happened...; (You tell (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) about what happened with Manato.); (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): I see, I'll get Eous and the HDD ready. Let's leave Suibian Temple to Belion and A-Shuo for now!; (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), go ahead to Mystic Wares and meet up with Manato first. Eous will be there soon.

(Talk to (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle) again, optional): (SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Go ahead and meet up with them first, Eous'll be there soon.

Meet up with Komano Manato at Mystic Wares

All prepared to head into the Hollow. Let's meet up with Manato and get moving.

Failume Heights

(Approach Mystic Wares): Komano Manato: Hm? Someone's here.; Komano Manato: Lucia, stop staring.

(Talk to Komano Manato)

Komano Manato: (‍You got here quick, Wise. / You're here quick, Belle.‍)

Komano Manato: I asked Yuzuha and Alice, but they're both busy. Let's not bother them this time. Just the three of us will go.

Komano Manato: Let me introduce you. This is the online friend I just mentioned...

(The strange girl turns around)

Spook Shack Friend

The following is recorded in the Video Archive

"Spook Shack Friend"

Video Summary: Old friends, new friends, embarking together on a fresh journey of discovery.

Story Description: Komano Manato introduces Lucia, a friend from Spook Shack.

Komano Manato: Let me introduce you to (‍Wise / Belle‍), a reliable buddy of mine. And this is Spook Shack's—

Night Emissary: Hello, friend of Aratama-maru, I'm Night Emissary~

Huh? Maru?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Huh? Maru, what now?

Huh? Emissary?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Huh? Emissary?

Komano Manato: Wait, just use my real name, Lucia! It'll make things easier when we work together.

Lucia: I see... what a shame. I was hoping we could shout our usernames while performing a cool combo attack later...

Komano Manato: Uh, no need... We have more important things to discuss than usernames. Let me try again. This is Lucia, from Spook Shack.

Komano Manato: We've already known each other online for a while now, and recently decided to meet in person. So, we arranged to meet here in Failume Heights.

Lucia: I've already met Manato, Yuzuha, and Alice. There's just one more person I'm waiting to meet before I've met the whole crew. Since I have to wait, I thought I'd join you and gather some interesting ghost stories from the Hollows.

Komano Manato: Well, that's about it. Got any questions, (‍Wise / Belle‍)? Just ask away.

So... What's with "Aratama-maru"?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I (‍have to / gotta‍) ask... What's "Aratama-maru"?

Lucia: It's Manato's username on Spook Shack. I thought it'd be perfect to shout during battle. It actually isn't his original username, but I can tell you more about that next time!

So "Night Emissary" is your username?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): So "Night Emissary" is your username?

Lucia: That's right. If you want to know about the Night Emissary, then you'll need to know what the Night Horror is first!

The girl's ears twitch, and her eyes sparkle with anticipation. Rejecting her now would be too cruel, so...

Okay, so what is the "Night Horror"?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Okay, so what is the "Night Horror"?

Lucia: You've asked the right person! I know more about it than anyone else... I've got secrets even the HIA doesn't know!

Lucia: The Night Horror! A beautiful yet terrifying dream Ethereal! What exactly is it? Class is now in session~ If you have questions, remember to raise your hand! I won't call on you otherwise!

(Raise your hand)

Manato pushes your hand down.

Komano Manato: Not now, this will take all day. You can give your lecture later. Let's focus on the mission. Remember the details?

Lucia: I remember, I remember! We're heading to Timesworn Hills to find the new Lumite ore mining area.

Komano Manato: Yep, that's right.

Lucia: And then, we'll root out the Ethereals known as "Ore Spirits" and use ginger tong sui to make them reveal where the "Mind-Reading Monster" is hiding!

Komano Manato: Wait, I never said anything about that last part. Are you really planning to do that?

Ore Spirits? What's that?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Ore Spirits? (‍Never heard of them... / Care to clue me in?‍)

Lucia: They're mythical creatures said to dwell in Lemnian Hollow. There's a trending thread on the forum discussing them.

Lucia: It's said that Ore Spirits are Ethereals about the size of stones. When someone picks them up, mistaking them for a mineral, they take over the person's body! But once it comes into contact with ginger tong sui, it returns to its true form.

Komano Manato: Not to pour cold water on your idea, but locals have never heard of this legend. It's probably just some made-up story, especially that part about the ginger tong sui...

Lucia: It's okay, I'll do my best to find them. Maybe they're well disguised... Or perhaps they're something different from what people have described.

Lucia: But if we assume from the beginning that it doesn't exist, we might mistake it for something else even if we do encounter it and waste our opportunity.

Komano Manato: ...Fine, let's go. I was thinking of bringing Pal along, but he keeps ghosting me...

Lucia: The route will be up to you, (‍Wise / Belle‍). We need to find the mining area for the Lumite ore before Porcelumex gets there!

Subtle Anomaly

Talk to Komano Manato and enter the Hollow

Manato and Lucia are ready. Talk to them and head to the Lemnian Hollow together.

Failume Heights

Komano Manato: So, should we go to Timesworn Hills and find a new Lumite ore mining site now?

Let's go!

Hold up, I still have something to do...

Lucia: Alright, we'll wait for you~
(Talking to Manato again repeats dialogue)

Explore Timesworn Hills

Timesworn Hills is an unexplored Hollow area that's never been set foot in before. Time to explore as much as you can!

Timesworn Hills

(Upon entering Timesworn Hills): Lucia: Oh, right. Manato, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), let me give you some ginger tong sui too.; Lucia: If you come across someone suspicious, drizzle some tong sui on your hand and flick their ears with it!; Lucia: That way, they'll reveal their true form as an Ore Spirit!; Komano Manato: That's so rude, I'm not doin' that.; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Whether it's an Ethereal or not, we'll end up getting hit. I refuse.

Clear out the Ethereals blocking the way

Quite a few Ethereals are blocking the way in the Hollow. Take them out.

Timesworn Hills

(Approach the designated area)

Komano Manato: There are Ethereals ahead. Leave them to me!

(Open Tutorial [Character Intro] Komano Manato

Talk to the lost person ahead

There's someone lost in the Hollow up ahead. Could they be in danger? Hurry and go over to talk with them.

Timesworn Hills

(After defeating all enemies): Lucia: There's someone up ahead. Do you know them, Manato?

(Arrive at the designated area): Startled Miner: Ah, Komano, thank goodness! Pal... He ran ahead!; Komano Manato: What's going on? Take it slow.; Startled Miner: Pal took us mining when we ran into Porcelumex's people. Everyone was on edge, and things started getting intense...; Startled Miner: Later, Pal rushed ahead, still arguing with those people, and I couldn't keep up...; Komano Manato: No wonder I couldn't get in touch with him.; Startled Miner: I last saw them running towards the dam. I heard Ethereals, so I was too scared to follow them. I could only turn back the way I came...; Lucia: The dam should be... just up ahead.; Startled Miner: I can find my way back, I can see the cable car, so I just gotta keep heading towards it... but Pal...; We'll find him.; Leave him to us.; Startled Miner: Ah, great, thanks, I'm counting on you all! Be careful out there!

Head towards the dam

The lost person says Pal headed towards the dam. Let's catch up and check things out. Hopefully nothing dangerous has happened.

Timesworn Hills

(Ongoing)

Komano Manato: Careful, there are Ethereals up ahead too...

Lucia: Take a break, I'll go check it out!

(Open Tutorial [Character Intro] Lucia

(After defeating all enemies): Lucia: We can't go any further. Let's try another path?; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Wait, maybe I can use the Revelation technique. (‍Let meLet meText for Wise / LemmeLemmeText for Belle‍) try...

(After crossing the bridge): Lucia: Impressive! What was that move just now?; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): It's a technique from Suibian Temple. It allows me to see things other people can't.

Talk to Pal

Pal's right up ahead, but something seems off about him. Only way to find out what's going on is to ask him directly.

Timesworn Hills

(Approach the designated area): Pal: Don't worry, no anomalies found!; Komano Manato: There's someone up ahead... It's Pal!

(Approach Pal)

Strange Identity

The following is recorded in the Video Archive

"Strange Identity"

Video Summary: Pal shows up in front of everyone with an identity that isn't his own.

Story Description: The group finds Pal, who entered the Hollow ahead of them, but he's acting strangely — wearing a Suibian Temple disciple outfit and claiming to be a martial arts master. He's accompanied by an investigator called Moss, who suggests you rest at an abandoned town ahead and catches up with his old friend, Komano Manato.

Komano Manato: Pal? What are you doing in the Hollow?!

Pal: Oh, it's you, Manato! Looks like you called a Proxy for help.

Is Pal a disciple of Suibian Temple...?

Something doesn't add up...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I thought Pal was a miner... Is he a disciple of Suibian Temple now? (‍Huh...‍) Something's not adding up here...

Komano Manato: I've been wondering the same thing. Why are you wearing this outfit?

Pal: Why else would I wear it? A mystic of Suibian Temple should walk the Hollow in person, using righteous energy to pave the path of saving the world!

Fairy: Master, I've consulted with Belion on your behalf. The product list from Suibian Temple does not include disciple outfits, nor do they offer costume rentals.

Komano Manato: Since we ran into each other here, why don't we stick together? Let's go. We need to find the Lumite ore mining area before Porcelumex does.

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: No, you go ahead. Porcelumex and the Lumite ore are only trifling matters now. I'm here to hone my skills, banish evil spirits, and live up to my title as Supreme Martial Arts Master of Suibian Temple!

I've never heard of us having a Supreme Martial Arts Master...

Fairy, got any info on this?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Supreme Martial Arts Master of Suibian Temple... (‍Never heard of that before. Fairy, can you find any information? / Hmm, doesn't ring a bell. Fairy, got any information on that?‍)

Fairy: No results found for a Supreme Martial Arts Master by the name of "Pal." The closest result is a Head Chef whose name begins with "Pan."

Komano Manato: I see what's going on! You charged into the Hollow unprepared, and now the corruption's messing with your head. Come on, let's get you out of here first...

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: No, I came prepared. I've even got a guide... he's investigating just ahead. Look, here he comes now.

Leading Investigator: That should just about do it for the survey. Let's head back... Manato? Well look who it is!

Komano Manato: You're... Moss.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Another acquaintance of yours?

Moss: Didn't expect to see you here, Manato. What a coincidence. How long has it been since we've seen each other? At least two years?

Komano Manato: It's not that we haven't seen each other... You've been missing for two years.

Moss: Everyone needs to face some trials in order to grow. I've taken some time to figure out the path that suits me best.

Komano Manato: You mean becoming a Hollow Investigator?

Moss: Yeah, it's always been my dream since I was a kid. But now... Uh, standing here and reminiscing like this isn't exactly safe, considering the Ethereals.

Moss: There's a town up ahead where we've set up a temporary base. Let's go discuss things there!

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): A town? In a place like this...?

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: Come on, Manato. I'm sure you'll see plenty of familiar faces there.

Should we go with him?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Should we go with him?

Komano Manato: Yeah... sorry. This was supposed to be just a simple recon job, but it's gotten complicated. Pal's a mystic now, and Moss has reappeared as an investigator...

Komano Manato: My instincts tell me we can't just let 'em go without keeping an eye on them... Let's go to the town together.

Lucia: Maybe it'll be there.

Lucia?

What will be there?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What do you mean, Lucia?

Lucia: The Mind-Reading Monster. Maybe it'll be there.

Follow Moss to the town

Moss mentioned there's a town in the Hollow where we can rest. To figure out what exactly happened to Pal, we'll have to follow him to the town and see.

Timesworn Hills

(Ongoing): Moss: You probably don't know this, but Manato and I have known each other since we were ten!; Moss: I vowed to become an investigator back then, and now I finally am one. My wish came true.; Moss: What about you, Manato, did the wish you made back then come true?; Moss: I remember your dream... This isn't really what it was, right?; Komano Manato: You're talking so much it's starting to feel suspicious, Moss... Wait, Lucia— not that kind of suspicious, put the ginger tong sui away!

Clear out the Ethereals blocking the way

Quite a few Ethereals are blocking the way in the Hollow. Take them out.

Timesworn Hills

(After riding the elevator to the top floor): Lucia: Look, up ahead... Ethereals I've never seen before!; Komano Manato: Take them down!

(During combat): "Martial Arts Master" Pal: This Ethereal looks tough, I'll join in too...; Komano Manato: Leave them to me! Stay back, Pal!; Moss: Let Manato handle it. He's never liked others stepping into his battles.

Continue towards the town

According to Moss, we're not far from town. Let's keep going.

Timesworn Hills

(After arriving at the Fissure Beacon): Moss: We're almost there. The town is just ahead.

(Upon entering The Town): Moss: Look, we're here!; Lucia: Oh...; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): So this is "the town"?

The Town

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"The Town"

Video Summary: In this eerie town, many unexpected things lurk in the shadows.

Story Description: Upon reaching the town's entrance, they discover something suspicious. This isn't a town at all, but abandoned houses wrapped in numerous Miasma Tumors. Strange townspeople come to greet everyone, and Komano Manato instantly recognizes one of them as the Porcelumex employee who had argued with workers at Failume Heights. To understand what's really going on here, everyone begins a thorough investigation.

Moss: Alright, you're safe to rest here. Welcome to the town, everyone!

Lucia: Oh...

Komano Manato: You call this a "town"? All I see are some abandoned houses overrun by Miasma Tumors.

Moss: Don't say that, Manato. This is our dream sanctuary. Finding a place like this in a Hollow isn't easy, you know.

Porcelumex... Staff?: Oh, you're back. So, how did it go, Pal? Smoothly?

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: Everything went smoothly thanks to you, Professor West. And look, we even ran into a few friends along the way.

West: Ah, I remember you, we met in Failume Heights. Hello, I'm West.

Komano Manato: Yeah, I remember you. You were that arrogant guy talking up Porcelumex! What's the deal with you two?

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: Don't be like that, Manato. There were just some misunderstandings before. In fact, Professor West is quite the respectable person.

"Teacher" West: I know I didn't exactly treat you with the proper respect before. I apologize, that really wasn't the conduct befitting a teacher.

Komano Manato: Teacher...?! Ah, never mind. Once we get out of the Hollow, you should be back to normal.

Komano Manato: C'mon, Pal. Gather everyone up, we're heading back.

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: Back? Back where?

Komano Manato: Where else? Failume Heights.

"Teacher" West: Failume... hehe. We're not going to Failume Heights. Our home is right here.

"Teacher" West: Pal, do you have a moment? I need a hand repairing the podium in the auditorium.

"Martial Arts Master" Pal: No problem, let's go! Feel free to wander around our town here, Manato. You should already know everyone!

Komano Manato: He said... this is their home? I may have underestimated their corruption levels. Is this all because of the Miasma? I've never heard of it making people put aside their differences and reconcile...

Fairy, scan the Miasma Tumors here.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Fairy, scan the Miasma Tumors here.

(‍Belle / Wise‍), can you check the Miasma concentration here?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Belle / Wise‍), can you check the Miasma concentration here?

There's no sound or response. The connection seems to have suddenly been cut off.

(‍Belle / Wise‍)? Fairy?

The always reliable voice remains oddly silent, and Eous switches to autonomous mode.

This "town" may be far more complex than it appears.

Komano Manato: We'll have to carry them out, whether they like it or not... If it comes to it, we'll knock 'em out and tie 'em up together.

Moss: Even if you know the people here, you can't just say something like that. Why not try walking around and talking to everyone first?

Komano Manato: I was about to do that anyway. C'mon, let's see if anyone is still in their right mind around here.

Moss: Let me correct you. We're ALL in our right minds, just in different ways. I told you, this is a dream sanctuary. You'll understand, Manato.

Komano Manato: ...Alright, let's get moving. If you want to gather ghost stories, now's the time, Lu– Huh? Where's Lucia?

Moss: She's up ahead. While you were here hesitating at the town gate, she walked right in. Quite the remarkable girl.

Komano Manato: Let's catch up with her, (‍Wise / Belle‍). Since Moss won't be stopping us, we can investigate freely.

Moss: Of course, my friend, investigate as you please. We've never had any hostility toward you. But... you won't be convincing anyone to leave with you.

"The Town"

Enter the "Town" to investigate

This "town" is far from normal, especially the people resting there. Pal's case probably isn't an isolated incident. We need to investigate this thoroughly.

"The Town"

(Ongoing): Whispers in the Town: Leave, or... embrace your true desire...; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (What was that sound just now? Better investigate this place carefully...)

(Activate Perception Technique near the townsfolk, optional): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Am I seeing things, or does their Ether look a lot like Miasmic plants...?); (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (They're... not human, are they...?)

(Talk to Eous, optional): Eous: ...; (‍Belle?Belle?Text for Wise / Wise?Wise?Text for Belle‍); Eous remains in auto-standby mode, completely unresponsive.; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Looks like I'm on my own for now. I'll talk to my (‍sistersisterText for Wise / brotherbrotherText for Belle‍) about this when I get back.)

(Interact with the Dropped Paper between Eous and "The Great Writer", optional): There's a crumpled piece of paper on the ground, seemingly a draft of some article. It's covered in strikethroughs and annotations, with a striking message at the end.; "Go tag along with the Waifei Peninsula investigation team or some Hollow Raiders, get some material. If you still can't write anything good after that, maybe you should just give up writing."

(Talk to "Postman"): "The Postman": Whoa, that girl! She's actually got ginger tong sui...; ...To splash you?; ...To flick your ear?; "The Postman": No, no, no, not at all. I'm just so surprised... she treated me to ginger tong sui and even drew my portrait! It's wonderful to have such a thoughtful girl in town. Now I'm even more motivated to deliver those letters!; Letters?; "The Postman": Yeah, some folks live up on that hill. It's a real pain to get letters up there.; That slope doesn't look too far away...; Doesn't look like it takes too long to walk there...; "The Postman": How can you say that! Everyone's got a ton of things to do, time is precious. And it's a postman's duty to save that time for everyone!; "The Postman": Besides, don't you think that's something to be happy about?; "The Postman": Carrying countless stories and words, exploring every corner of this place, and witnessing all kinds of scenery. Though traveling alone, never lonely. Sharing in joys, feeling sorrow for their sadness.; "The Postman": Ah~ Such an idyllic job~ But everyone's stopped sending letters and switched to phones these days...; "The Postman": But hey, the good thing is... this is the Hollow! Phones are useless here, and my delivery service really matters! Haha, if you've got any messages to pass along, just write 'em down and I'll make sure they get delivered! Especially to the auditorium!; Auditorium?; "The Postman": Yeah, didn't Moss tell you? The auditorium's off-limits. You can't go near it without his permission. But since everyone wants to write letters for the auditorium, I'm the only one who can help deliver them!; Why are they writing letters for the auditorium?; "The Postman": You really don't know anything, huh... Don't worry, stick around here long enough and you'll get it. Gotta run now, time's precious. Lemme check where I need to deliver these letters next...; The Postman waves the letters in his hand, which have detailed recipient names and addresses written on the envelopes. Seems like people around here really do have a habit of writing letters...

(Talk to "The Great Writer"): "The Great Writer": I'm super confident about this script! It's gonna blow the audience away! Especially that plot twist with the protagonist's identity... nobody's gonna see that coming!; "Movie Star": Hmm, leave it to me from here. No matter what character it is, I'll take it to the next level with my performance. I'll leave the audience with an experience they'll never forget!; "The Great Writer": Perfect! I've been dying to work with a powerhouse actor like you. With your influence, the audience will eat it up! Let's get started right away. Now, who can I reach out to...; How about heading back to Failume Heights to prepare?; "The Great Writer": No way, our stage is right here in this town. This is the only place where we can shoot our masterpiece without any interference.; Just you two?; "The Great Writer": Nah, we still gotta track down a production team, find partners, get more actors...; "Movie Star": Moss will help us find them. Before everyone's here, we'll focus on getting ready. We've got plenty of time.; "The Great Writer": Hmm, perfect... This is exactly what I wanted: to write whatever comes to mind, without worrying about anything else...; Can I take a look at the script?; "The Great Writer": No way! Not just anyone gets to see my script. This is top-secret business material!; "The Great Writer": But... I shouldn't let down anyone who wants to see my work. Tell you what, why don't you play a role too? Let me think... there's actually a perfect part for a young hacker...; (Sneakily peek at the script); A thick stack of "scripts", all blank pages without even a single punctuation mark...

Go listen to the conversation between Komano Manato and Moss

Manato and Moss are talking about something. Let's go listen in.

"The Town"

(After talking to the townsfolk or attempting to leave the area): Komano Manato: What did you say?; Moss: Calm down...; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Didn't Manato say he wanted to look around...?); (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Did Moss hold him up...?)

(Approach Komano Manato): Komano Manato: ...; What happened?; Moss: Ah, it's nothing, we're just catching up on old times. I remembered something that might interest Manato, so I gave him a heads-up.; Moss: Manato had some... beef with this gang back in the day. Word on the street is they've been growing bigger lately, and I heard they've got a new boss too.; Komano Manato: ...I've nothing to do with that anymore. All I want now is to live a peaceful life with my companions in Failume Heights.; Moss: Really? Manato, if you bump into that gang or their boss...; Komano Manato: Enough already! You keep going on and on about the past. What are you really up to?; Moss: Ha, then let's talk about the present. The townspeople you might know are resting just a ways off.; Moss: But they're about to switch shifts and head out with me for the next round of recon. If you want to "investigate", I'd suggest hurrying it up.; Komano Manato: Alright... I'll head over there now and rejoin you later, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍). Lucia might get distracted by collecting materials and stuff, so the investigation will mainly be up to us two.; And so, Manato quickly runs off into the distance... Let's start investigating the townspeople's situations and see if we can find any lost souls to bring back to Failume Heights.

Find Lucia and talk to her

Lucia went ahead to investigate. Wonder if she's found anything. Let's go ask her.

"The Town"

(Ongoing): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Let's go check on Lucia...)

(Talk to Moss, optional): Moss: Hey, Master Mystic, how's your "investigation" going? Better not fall behind the other two.

(Approach the Symbiotic Node)

(Open tutorial Symbiotic Nodes)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (This is so strange... These people (‍actually seem fine with being around the Miasma Tumor... / don't seem to mind being around the Miasma Tumor at all...‍))

(Tip): When activating "Disintegration", adjust the angle to align all nodes in a straight line.

(After destroying the node): Lucia: (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), over here!

(Interact with the Dropped Paper near the windmill, optional): Looks like a list with "Life Goals" written at the top.; "Step one, open a tea house. Step two, expand with branch stores. Step three, beat Yum Cha Sin and become famous across the Waifei Peninsula. Final step, hire Miss Sweety as our waitress!"; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Is hiring Miss Sweety harder than all the previous steps...)

(Interact with the Dropped Letter near "Super Boss", optional): This appears to be a letter.; "Mom, I've become a powerful boss now. They all say I'm amazing. Don't worry, no one's trying to trick me or bully me here!"; "Oh right, I've got a little bro! I treat him well! Just like how you treat me."

(Talk to "Super Boss", optional): "Super Boss": What? Don't mess with me!; Why are there thugs here...?; "Lackey": Yo yo yo, who you callin' a thug! Watch your mouth, that's our boss you're talking about!; "Super Boss": That's right! I—I'm the boss now! Nobody can push me around anymore! Those jerks who took advantage of me 'cause they thought I was dumb... I'm gonna kick their ass! I'm the boss now, and I'll kick whoever's ass I want!; "Lackey": Boss is right! Kicking whoever's ass you want — now that's every man's ultimate dream!; So your ultimate dream...; "Lackey": ?; ...Is to be a lackey?; "Lackey": ...M—Mind your own business! Get lost, get lost! Keep bugging me, and I'll have the boss beat you up!; "Super Boss": Yeah, beat you up! No wait, she didn't bully me, I shouldn't hit her. Being a boss means having honor.; "Lackey": Yeah yeah yeah, boss, you're absolutely right!

(Talk to "Master Chef, optional)

"Master Chef": Hey there! Got a minute to spare for a quick survey?

"Master Chef": I plan to open a teahouse here to keep my family's nearly-lost recipes alive.

"Master Chef": Everything's pretty much ready, just haven't finalized the menu yet. So I wanted to ask, do you have any favorite dim sum?

Char siu buns.

"Master Chef": Char siu buns... got it! Make sure to stop by when we open. I'll save you a private room!

Steamed phoenix claws.

"Master Chef": Steamed pheonic [sic] claws... got it! Make sure to stop by when we open. I'll save you a private room!

Shrimp dumplings.

"Master Chef": Shrimp dumplings... got it! Make sure to stop by when we open. I'll save you a private room!

(All choices lead to the following): A private room? Here?; "Master Chef": Yeah, don't worry! Whether it's the ambiance, size, or taste... it's gonna blow Yum Cha Sin out of the water!; But there's only an old stall here.; "Master Chef": What's next... Let's ask around a bit more...; He seems absorbed in his survey, completely ignoring the final question.

(Talk to Lucia): Lucia: What do we do, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)? Operation ginger tong sui failed, we're all out and not a single person has shown any abnormal signs!; So that means they're not Ore Spirits?; Does that mean they're just regular people?; Lucia: Maybe... but it wasn't a complete waste. I asked several people, and they all mentioned one thing — never go near the auditorium.; I also heard someone mention the auditorium.; Lucia: Right? But the more you say not to go...; The more we wanna check it out!; Lucia: That's right! You get it! Let's go, it's just ahead. I've got a feeling this place is hiding tons of secrets!

Dreams Made Real

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"Dreams Made Real"

Video Summary: In this eerie town, many unexpected things lurk in the shadows.

Story Description: Though you're unable to enter the auditorium, you learn some important information from Moss: the people here are taking on the forms of their "dream selves." However, just as you're about to investigate further, you discover everyone around you has vanished...

Lucia: The auditorium is just ahead. Let's sneak in...

Moss: Sorry, but no. I can't let you sneak in there.

I knew we'd be spotted.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I had a feeling we'd get spotted. Don't tell me you've been watching the whole time...

But we haven't done anything.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): We (‍clearly / obviously‍) haven't even done anything. Don't tell me you've been watching the whole time...

Lucia: Is there something important in the auditorium?

Moss: Yes... and no. It doesn't have anything important to you, but it does have something extremely important to us.

Moss: So, I'm sorry, but the auditorium's closed. Besides, there's nothing inside worth your time. I do know a place you'll like better, Lucia.

Lucia: Where? A Golden-Winged Blastcrawler's nest?

What's a Golden-Winged Blastcrawler?

Never heard of that kind of Blastcrawler before.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What's a Golden-Winged Blastcrawler? I've never heard of that kind of Blastcrawler before.

Lucia: It's a Blastcrawler that can fly and is known for its bad temper. When they see someone passing by, they'll suddenly dive down and BOOM! Self-destruct!

Moss: Unfortunately, I haven't seen that kind of Blastcrawler here. But there's someone up there who's as interested in Ethereals as you. I'm sure you'll get along well.

Lucia: Really? I'll go take a look!

Lucia skipped towards the direction Moss pointed out, forgetting to even say goodbye.

You seem pretty familiar with Lucia's tastes.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You seem pretty familiar with Lucia's tastes.

Moss: I know a kid who's a lot like her, so I've learned a thing or two, and not only about her.

Moss: After seeing the Tidefaire as a child, Pal dreamed of becoming a martial arts master. Before joining TOPS, West had planned to get certified and be a music teacher.

Moss: We're living as the selves we've dreamed of being. Corruption? Illusion? No, not at all. Let me give it a proper name... You can call us "drowned ideals."

Moss: We are dreams that have been bound by reality, but now pulled from the abyss, at last able to breathe the air of this world.

Moss: Manato should be no different, finally able take a breath as well. He's strayed far from his childhood dream, but as long as he stays in the town, he's sure to remember the vow he once made.

We can't stay in the Hollow forever.

Everyone has to go back.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): As an investigator, you should know better than anyone that we can't stay in the Hollow forever. Everyone has to go back.

Moss: No, we can stay. We're special. As long as we hold on to our dreams, we can stay here forever.

Moss: What about you? What's your dream? Has it come true? How far are you now from the person you dreamed of being?

It's hard to answer questions out of the blue like that.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You can't ask something like this out of (‍the blue / nowhere‍), I won't answer you.

I can still achieve my dreams on my own.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I can achieve my dreams with my own strength, not through the Miasma's illusions.

Moss: ...Alright, I've asked what I needed to. I won't disturb your investigation any further. Good luck.

And with that, the less-than-pleasant conversation comes to an end and Moss turns toward the auditorium.

The plan was to find Lucia or investigate some of the other "townsfolk," but at some point, without realizing it...

The "townsfolk" have all disappeared.

Escape from the "Town"!

(Ongoing)

(The once-"normal" town becomes covered in Miasma)
(A little girl plays near the windmill, before a large Ethereal trods toward (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle))

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (That's... an Ethereal! Is this Moss' doing!?)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Oh no, it's bringing the Miasma with it!)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Manato! Lucia!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Not good, I've lost them... Better retreat for now!)

(Approach the riverside): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (There's more and more Miasma residue...); (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Gotta pick up the pace!)

(Arrive at the designated area): Komano Manato: (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), where are you!; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I'm here! I can't see you!; Lucia: Wait, Manato! Don't rush in, the fog is dangerous!; Komano Manato: Ugh... Can you make it to the exit, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)? We'll meet you there!

(Approach "Narrow Passage"): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Oh no, there's no way forward!); (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Wait, maybe I can squeeze through here...)

(While crawling): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (The footsteps are gone... Did it leave...?)

(Exit "Narrow Passage"): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (It's still behind us!); Komano Manato: (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), how are things on your end?; (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Almost there!

(Approach the designated area): (ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Manato! I'm almost at the exit!; Komano Manato: So are we!

The Silver Arrival

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The Silver Arrival

Video Summary: In this eerie town, many unexpected things lurk in the shadows.

(A cinematic plays)

((ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle) bumps into Manato'S chest and falls back)

Lucia: You good? What's wrong?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): In the fog... Ethereals!

(The Ethereal strikes, but is blocked by a large shadow)

Lucia: Is he here to help us?

Komano Manato: Who's this guy...

(The Ethereal retreats into the fog)

???: Yo

???: So, we meet at last

(Cinematic ends)

"Drowned Ideal"

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"Drowned Ideal"

Video Summary: In this eerie town, many unexpected things lurk in the shadows.

Story Description: Komano Manato looks at his white-cloaked self and admits that this is exactly how he had imagined his ideal self during his youth. The white-cloaked Komano Manato shows no hostility, and he seems confident you will meet again. And so, everyone leaves the Hollow.

Komano Manato: Wait, you're...!

Suddenly-Appearing Person: What, still need me to introduce myself when I'm already standing right here in front of you? Alright, nice to meet you. I'm Komano Manato.

Komano Manato?: It's not exactly our first meeting. We met long ago, when you were still a child... You know.

Komano Manato: Ah, you gotta be kidding... Is the Miasma getting to me, too? What kind of corruption makes you feel like you're playing make-believe...?

It sure looks like Manato...

But just a little more intense.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): It sure looks a lot like Manato, but even more intense...

Komano Manato: Hmph... So why show up like this? Looking for a fight?!

Komano Manato?: Relax, I'm not here to fight you. Our battle will come, just not now. As for why I'm here, do you really have no clue?

Komano Manato: ...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Wise / Belle‍)! I finally reached you! For a minute there I... Huh? Is that... Manato?

He claims to be...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): That's who he claims to be...

No, that's not Manato.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍No / No way‍), there's only one Manato.

Komano Manato: It's just an illusion. It'll disappear once we leave the Hollow. It has to...

Komano Manato?: Hmph, sure, keep avoiding it. It's not the first time you've turned your back on your dreams.

Komano Manato?: No matter how far you run, I'll still be here. I'm who you dreamed of becoming, you can't deny it.

Lucia: Ohhh! So your dream is to wear pretty white clothes...

Komano Manato: It's not that simple, Lucia... A—And why are you writing all this down? Does this even count as a ghost story?!

Komano Manato?: Then I guess I should thank you. At least you still remember this outfit.

Komano Manato?: But aside from the outfit, how much do you still remember? How far have you strayed from the dream you had as a kid?

Moss said the same thing...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Moss said the same thing...

Komano Manato?: Oh? Moss, huh. What else did he say to you?

He said you're called "drowned ideals."

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): He said you're called "drowned ideals."

Drowned Ideal - Komano Manato: It's actually pretty fitting.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): I'm completely lost here. What on earth happened to you in the Hollow? Two Manatos... It's like something straight out of a sci-fi movie...

Fairy: Analyzing target's composition: no signs of life detected. Its Ether Activity is similar to Miasma. Preliminary identification: a robust Miasma construct.

So the Miasma created Manato's dream version of himself?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): So basically... the Miasma has created Manato's dream version of himself?

Komano Manato: No, you think that's my dream self...? I just let my imagination run wild as a kid.

Drowned Ideal - Komano Manato: Then I can only say you had more courage as a kid than you do now.

Komano Manato: Gah... You!

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Manato, you don't look (‍too good / well‍)... Maybe we should head back?

Komano Manato: I'm fine. (‍Wise / Belle‍), I couldn't see you clearly through the fog earlier. Are you alright? Any injuries?

That was a close call.

I'm alright!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You could say it was a close call, but don't worry, I'm alright!

Drowned Ideal - Komano Manato: Hmph. Look at you now, still thinking of others... Just leave. You think once you're out of the Hollow, I'll disappear... Like a nice little game of make-believe, right?

Drowned Ideal - Komano Manato: But this game doesn't just stop on a whim. Underestimate it, and you'll only end up trapped in the Hollow.

So, the Komano Manato wearing white stands there with his sword in hand and watches you all leave the Hollow.

Shortly after, they return to Failume Heights.

Tutorial

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[Character Intro] Lucia: File:Tutorial (Character Intro) Lucia 1.gif
When Lucia launches certain attacks, she deals DMG to enemies with Ethereal forms. These attacks are divided into Whim and Harmony;
Whim includes the 5th hit of Basic Attack, Special Attack, Dodge Counter, and Quick Assist; Harmony includes EX Special Attack, Assist Follow-Up, Chain Attack, and Ultimate;
When Lucia activates Harmony, she applies Darkbreaker status to all squad members. Under Darkbreaker status, Sheer Force is increased;
When Harmony deals DMG, the DMG of the final hit increases by a certain percentage of Lucia's maximum HP.
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Lucia gains Dream Points when activating Whim and Harmony; when using Whim or Harmony, Lucia enters Dream state if her Dream Points reaches 100, simultaneously activating Ether Veil: Wellspring;
Ether Veil: Wellspring affects all squad members, increasing their maximum HP while active. During Ether Veil: Wellspring, reactivating Ether Veil: Wellspring or using EX Special Attack or Ultimate while in Dream state will extend its duration;
Lucia exits Dream state when not under the effect of any type of Ether Veil.
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While Lucia is in Dream state, using any Whim will consume Dream Points and upgrade Whim into Harmony;
When off-field, if the active character's attack hits an enemy, Lucia will consume Dream Points to trigger Aftershock, and this Aftershock becomes Harmony;
When Lucia triggers a skill upgrade or Aftershock, all squad members gain Dreamer's Nursery Rhyme status, under which DMG increases;
When Dream Points are insufficient to trigger skill upgrade or Aftershock, Lucia will exit Dream state.

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