Phantom Thief in the Moonlight
Last updated 2026-02-22
Phantom Thief in the Moonlight is the fourth episode of Season 1 - Epilogue: Bury Your Tears With the Past (A) in Phaethon's Story.
Parts
- Center of Attention
- Missed opportunity
- A Long-Planned Entrance
Dialogue
Center of Attention
The following is recorded in the Video Archive
"Center of Attention"Video Summary: It was exposed in plain sight for all to see.
Story Description: In the second half of the auction, the Sacrifice Core finally appeared, embedded in a garment called the "Robe of Heroes." It seemed like many people had come specifically for it.
- Host: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back!
- Host: Up next in our auction is tonight's showpiece! The one-of-a-kind Robe of Heroes!
- Host: Legend has it that, long ago, this was a garment that only a hero could wear!
- Host: What's truly fascinating is the unique gem embedded in the collar of this robe! It's unlike any gem I've ever seen. Almost magical!
- (Sacrifice Core added to the Workbench)
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- Sacrifice Core
- A weird Core extracted from a Sacrifice, radiating an ominous aura.
It seems to be hiding a mysterious power.
- Belle: Wise, that gem's probably what we're looking for!
- Wise: Such an important item... yet it's just there on a piece of clothing, completely unprotected...
- Lycaon: ...
- Vivian: ...How gaudy.
- Edmund: This auction sure is... busy.
- Edmund: There's people of all sorts, whether they belong or not.
- Hartman: Robe of Heroes... Hmph, what a tacky name.
- Hartman: Nonetheless, I'll secure it... in the name of the Ravenlock Family.
- ???: ...Yes, I see it.
- ???: Seems authentic.
- ???: Of course, I'll keep an eye on it.
Missed Opportunity
The following is recorded in the Video Archive
"Missed Opportunity"Video Summary: Defeated by financial power.
Story Description: You engaged in an intense bidding war with Hartman, but ultimately lost to those despicable capitalists.
- After some intense bidding, only two contenders remain...
You and Hartman, the current head of the Ravenlock Family. - Hartman: I didn't expect this to drag on so long...
- Hartman: I believe there is no meaning in continuing this senseless bidding war. Frankly, wasting time irks me more than squandering money.
- Hartman: So, my friend, let's cut to the chase...
- Hartman: What did you have in mind?
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): (This man is pretty shrewd. Maybe I should match his energy...)
I want that robe.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): All I want is that Robe of Heroes.
- Hartman: ...What a pity. We both have our sights set on the same item. It seems there is no hope of us coming to an accord.
- Lycaon: I'd suggest taking a less-direct approach with someone like Hartman, lest he prey on your weaknesses.
- I want to be a hero.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): I simply want to become a (hero.hero. /
hero!hero!) - Vivian: Pfft... A—Ahem...
- Hartman: I see. You have a... unique aspiration indeed.
- Lycaon: While this banter is amusing, Master Proxy, it's unlikely to resolve our current dilemma.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): I simply want to become a (hero.hero. /
- What can you offer?
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): Perhaps a better question should be... What can you offer me?
- Hartman: ...The ball's in my court now. Good, I enjoy conversing with people of sufficient intelligence.
- Hartman: There are more antiques in this auction than just the robe. Why rush into this? You might find something else you prefer.
- I'm not here for antiques and collectibles.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): I'm not a collector, so I'm not into antiques. That robe just caught my (eye.eye. /
eye!eye!) - Hartman: ...In that case, how about we strike a deal? All I want is that gem. So, if you cease bidding now, I'll take the gem, and you can have the rest of the robe. How does that sound?
- Lycaon: Ah. He called our bluff.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): I'm not a collector, so I'm not into antiques. That robe just caught my (eye.eye. /
- I know the secrets of that robe.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): Actually, I know the secrets of that robe.
- Hartman: ...Really? So there is something more to the robe.
- Lycaon: Our opponent seems quite astute, Master Proxy. Let's avoid anything that might raise suspicion.
- I want that gem.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): Honestly, I don't find that Robe of Heroes all that impressive. All I want is that exquisite jewel on the collar. Could you perhaps sell me just the gem?
- Hartman: ...I'm afraid I cannot accept that, my friend. You're unaware of the true value of that gem.
- Lycaon: A wisely-pointed question... Now we know the gem is his true aim.
- Hartman: The Ravenlock family always gets what they desire. If you have any doubts, feel free to ask around.
- Is this a threat?
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): You're not threatening me, are you? In broad daylight? Is the Ravenlock Family plotting against me in front of all these attendees?
- Hartman: Of course not. I simply want you to understand what it means to try and take something from me.
- Lycaon: ...He has no shortage of cronies here. Stay vigilant.
- What a coincidence, as do I.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): What a coincidence. I, too, always get what I want.
- Hartman: ...You're quite confident.
- Lycaon: You know when to stand your ground. Well done.
- How about cutting me some slack?
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): If your family really is that powerful, why engage in a bidding war with a commoner like me? How about cutting me some slack?
- Hartman: Hahaha, well, I'd be happy to go along with your proposal. So, why not withdraw, and I'll grant you anything else you desire from this auction for free. Have we a deal?
- Lycaon: Ahem... this approach doesn't seem to be working with him, Master Proxy.
- Hartman: My time is valuable, my friend. I've already lost a significant amount of Dennies talking to you.
- Hartman: If I offer you a token of appreciation, let's say, a hefty sum of Dennies... Would you consider backing out of this bid?
- Don't try to bribe me.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): Don't try to bribe me! (I don't need or want money. ...For once.I don't need or want money. ...For once. /
I don't need or want money... for once...I don't need or want money... for once...) - Hartman: You're quite persistent, aren't you?
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): Don't try to bribe me! (I don't need or want money. ...For once.I don't need or want money. ...For once. /
- I'll give you the same offer.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): In that case, if I were to give you a hefty sum of Dennies, would you back down?
- Hartman: ...I fear my price is beyond your means.
- Hartman: ...Tsk, it's been a while since someone dared speak to me like that.
- Hartman: Alright, since I can't sway you, we'll have to settle this with our financial power.
- Hartman: But let me be clear, no matter how high it goes, I won't back down.
- (ProtagonistProtagonist): (...Drat, though the mayor gave us a substantial amount of Dennies, I have a feeling it won't be enough to win against someone with this amount of financial power....Drat, though the mayor gave us a substantial amount of Dennies, I have a feeling it won't be enough to win against someone with this amount of financial power. /
Oh no... Though the mayor gave us a huge sum of Dennies, I have a sinking feeling it won't be enough to outbid this rich jerk...Oh no... Though the mayor gave us a huge sum of Dennies, I have a sinking feeling it won't be enough to outbid this rich jerk...) - After a round of intense bidding, Hartman secures the Robe of Heroes at a ridiculously high price...
A Long-Planned Entrance
The following is recorded in the Video Archive
"A Long-Planned Entrance"Video Summary: He is Mockingbird.
Story Description: After talking with Lycaon about Hugo, you found out they originally co-founded Mockingbird but went separate ways due to a difference in ideology. Lycaon indicated he knows Hugo's escape route...
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Other Languages
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Phantom Thief in the Moonlight |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 怪盗踏着月光而来 Guàidào Tàzhe Yuèguāng Ér Lái |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 怪盜踏著月光而來 Guàidào Tàzhe Yuèguāng Ér Lái |
| Japanese | 怪盗、月光と共に参上 Kaitō, Gekkō to Tomoni Sanjō |
| Korean | 달빛을 타고 나타난 괴도 Dalbicheul Tago Natanan Goedo |
| Spanish | El ladrón de arte bajo la luz de la luna |
| French | Le voleur fantôme apparaît au clair de lune |
| Russian | Фантомный вор в лунном свете Fantomnyy vor v lunnom svete |
| Thai | จอมโจรมาเยือนพร้อมแสงจันทร์ |
| Vietnamese | Tên Trộm Bước Đi Trên Ánh Trăng |
| German | Phantomdieb im Mondlicht |
| Indonesian | Pencuri di Bawah Cahaya Rembulan |
| Portuguese | Ladrão-Fantasma Sob o Luar |
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