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Open-World Dialogue

Fantasy Resort

(Talk to Soldier 11 and Trigger - 12PM)

Soldier 11: I think we've had enough rest here. Trigger, it's time to head back and report in.

Trigger: Hmm... just a bit longer! I promised Orphie I'd sneak some snacks back for her...

Soldier 11: We should get off this sailboat and hit up some stores instead of just standing here looking down at the whole resort. This isn't a battlefield — there's no target you need to lock onto from a vantage point.

Trigger: Of course there's a target! I got distracted chatting with you and lost track of (‍him / her‍)... I'm sensing (‍his / her‍) aura, trying to lock onto (‍his / her‍) trail again...

Trigger: ...I've caught (‍that / her‍) aura again! (‍He's / She's‍) right... Wait, what?!

Trigger: ...P—Proxy, when did you... get so close to us...

While you two were busy chatting!

Trigger: O—Oh, is that so... Looks like I let my guard down. I should have sensed you approaching right away...

So happy to see you guys here!

Trigger: Y—You're happy?... Thank you. I feel the same way, Proxy.

Soldier 11: "Scorching Icarus", so you're here on vacation too? Looks like it wasn't just a whim when Trigger insisted on taking that long ride from Waifei Peninsula to come relax here.

Trigger: Ugh... Soldier 11!

Soldier 11: Something wrong with what I said? Meeting important companions in a place for rest is inherently something to be happy about. Being able to actively create such situations is "proof" of your excellence as a soldier.

Trigger: You're right... You're totally right. Please just stop. This is way too embarrassing...

How about staying at the resort a bit longer?

I wanna enjoy this vacation with you guys.

Trigger: What do you say, Proxy? We'll just clear it with Captain Magus... Actually, I've been wanting to try out the Archipelago Shoot game here. If you're free, how about going head-to-head with me for a round?

Soldier 11: So, Trigger and I will be staying here until our next mission. Welcome to join me for a training run along the coastline — I'm always up for it.

(About Orphie's snacks...)

(Better just drop it...)

Trust Events

Sixth Street

Location: Sixth Street
Sub-Location: Outside Waterfall Soup
Time of Day: 6PM - 12AM
Day of the Week: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Agent: Trigger
Appearances: General Chop, Soldier 11

(Idle): Trigger: Hmm... can I not eat it?; Soldier 11: Right now? Trigger, are you joking?

(Talk to Trigger)

Soldier 11: You promised you'd eat with me. On our mission today, your Ethereal kill count was lower than mine. A good soldier always honors their bets.

Trigger: Hmm... But hellishly spicy food is a bit much for me... It might affect my performance on tomorrow's mission.

Soldier 11: ...I see. Your concerns is [sic] reasonable... I was being naive, thinking you could become my comrade in the battle of hellishly spicy noodles. Let's not eat them then.

Trigger: Comrade...

Trigger: ...General Chop, please give us two bowls of hellishly spicy noodles.

She caved just hearing the word "comrade"!

Don't act on impulse!

Soldier 11: There you are, Spicy Red Oil Char Siu. Don't worry, I'm considering changing the bet... I shouldn't assume everyone can withstand the heat of this bowl of ramen.

Trigger: No, I'm fine, Proxy. A bet is a bet... it's just a slight stimulation of the taste buds. With a soldier's resilience and spirit, this is nothing...

It's not about resilience and spirit!

Even a soldier's resilience has its limits!

Trigger: No, Proxy, please trust in my determination. Don't try to stop me either, Soldier 11... I shouldn't have hesitated just now.

Trigger's determination is as resolute as a hot-blooded rookie who has just joined the Defense Force, making it impossible to talk her out of it.
Soon after, two bowls of hellishly spicy noodles are brought to the table. Trigger takes a deep breath, grabs her bowl, and begins eating... Despite a few moments of hesitation, she keeps going, not sweating or even taking a breath.

Trigger: ...It was delicious, thank you.

General Chop: She finished the whole bowl without batting an eye... you've got some talent, girl!

Trigger: General Chop... Is this bowl of noodles flavored with some kind of sauce? Is it a concentrated form of shrimp oil?

General Chop: You could taste it? It's my secret recipe...

Trigger: Sorry, I went ahead and tried to figure out where each flavor in the noodles comes from... I did lose track a few times from the spice, but I think I have a clear idea now of how to make a bowl of hellishly spicy noodles.

Trigger: Soldier 11, every time I cooked for you at the barracks before, you always said it wasn't spicy enough. I think I can make something you'll be happy with now.

Soldier 11: Trigger... I can't believe you went to this extent for me.

Soldier 11: You really are my most dependable comrade. If I don't do something for you, I feel like I'd be unworthy as a soldier.

Soldier 11: "Twilight Firestone"... What noodles flavor do you like? I'll order a bowl for Trigger to try.

Trigger: Ahem... That's okay...

Why ask me...?

Why is it for Trigger...?

Soldier 11: She told me before she wanted to know what you like to eat, so she can make it for you when she gets the chance—

Trigger swiftly covers Soldier 11's mouth. Despite having just eaten an entire bowl of hellishly spicy noodles without breaking a sweat, her face suddenly turns red, and a few beads of sweat trickle down her forehead...

Trigger: Proxy, please forget everything you just heard!

I love Black Bowl: Bone Broth Noodles!

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Trigger: ...Huh?

Trigger: Then...

Trigger: Can I borrow your kitchen sometime?

I love White Bowl: Green Pepper Meat Noodles!

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Trigger: ...Huh?

Trigger: Then...

Trigger: Can I borrow your kitchen sometime?

I'm sure I'd love anything made by you, Trigger.

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Trigger: ...

Trigger: Proxy, don't get caught up in her nonsense.

Trigger: At least tell me a few dishes first... I'll go practice.

(All choices lead to the following): As long as you don't think it's too much trouble...; A subtle silence lingers. Under General Chop's smiling gaze, both Trigger and Soldier 11 gently bow and get up to leave the noodle shop.

(Idle): Soldier 11: This was a meaningful meal... I got to see a rare side of you.; Trigger: ...Keep talking and you won't get to eat my cooking.

(Talk to Soldier 11 again, optional): Soldier 11: Don't forget to invite me if you're going to cook at the video store. I'd like to have a meal with my good partner too.; Trigger: Okay... I'll bring you along. Want to try my hellishly spicy noodles after tomorrow's mission?

Location: Sixth Street
Sub-Location: Behind the truck next to 141 Convenience Store
Time of Day: 6AM - 6PM
Day of the Week: Monday, Friday, Saturday

Agent: Trigger
Appearances: Anby Demara
Mentions: Billy Kid, Hoshimi Miyabi, Nekomiya Mana, Nicole Demara, Seed, Soldier 11

(Idle): Trigger: Are you saying your companions...; Anby: Yeah. They're pretty much like that.

(Talk to Trigger)

Trigger: Are you saying a girl who considers taking a bath in Dennies as her life's dream, an Intelligent Construct who aspires to become a Starlight Knight, a wild cat that stole your pudding on a late night a few months ago...

Trigger: ...plus you, that's all the members of the Cunning Hares?

Anby: Yes. I've tried to highlight the most important aspects of my companions that should matter to you. I trust you can recognize their worth.

Trigger: I see. That money-loving girl has a powerful internal drive. As long as the reward is adequate, she'll provide her employer with a satisfying result.

Trigger: That Intelligent Construct, on the one hand, has an incredibly strong sense of justice, and on the other, isn't satisfied with his current abilities. He aspires to grow to the level of characters in fiction. He has great potential for growth.

Trigger: As for that stray cat... being able to steal pudding from right under your nose and have you remembering it for months shows no small amount of skill.

Trigger: I believe they all possess capabilities to put my mind at ease.

Why am I being mentioned in Nekomata's evaluation...?

Anby: I'm just being objective. Nekomata's capabilities and the evidence proving she should be apprehended by the Void Hunter have been fully demonstrated in this case.

What are you doing?

Trigger: Proxy, I'm discussing working with Anby... This is without Soldier 11 knowing, of course. Please keep this a secret from her.

Trigger: The Silver's revival incident gave me a glimpse of what Anby can do. Frankly, if the Defense Force had someone like her on their side, a lot of challenging missions would become much easier.

Trigger: It's a shame the higher-ups are against working with Hollow Raiders... But I'm not, and I don't intend to blindly follow my orders from above.

Trigger: So I reached out to Anby in a personal capacity, hoping to assign her and the Cunning Hares some intel gathering tasks, Hollow investigations, and joint operations.

Trigger: As long as it supports Obol Squad, I'm willing to use my personal savings to cover the cost.

Anby: I'm giving her an overview of our situation to foster a long-term partnership. A stable client like this will have Nicole over the moon tonight.

I see...

Anby: I figured after hearing what I had to say, you'd think the Cunning Hares is a bunch of weirdos you wouldn't want to work with.

Trigger: No, being weird isn't a bad thing. Strong people often have more unique personalities. To be honest, our squad is just as unique in this regard as yours.

Everyone in Obol Squad...

Are they weird?

Anby: I'm curious too, Proxy, but as the employed party, I'm the only one obliged to share details about my team.

Trigger: Sorry, both of you, but I can't disclose specific information about the other members, aside from myself and Soldier 11... it's too easy to touch on military secrets and other sensitive information.

Let's talk about Soldier 11 then.

Trigger: Soldier 11... let's just say she's the least weird person in our Squad.

Trigger: Except for her sometimes cringe-worthy loyalty, obsession with spicy food, and her somewhat single-minded personality, she doesn't have any other particularly weird traits.

Are you weirder than her?

Can we talk about you?

Trigger: I'm not sure I'm very happy about you learning about my weird habits.

Trigger: I may be a bit biased in judging myself, but to be honest, I don't think I lose out to the Cunning Hares when it comes to being weird.

You're weird, Trigger? That's surprising...

Trigger: Hmm... As much as I hate to admit it in front of you... I suppose it's true.

Trigger: I often notice a subtle attitude toward me when working with other Defense Force squads. I don't pay much attention to it, but it's clearly the kind of reaction people have towards something unusual...

Anby: I think that's more because you're a sniper with special eyes, not that I find your eyes strange.

Me too!

Trigger: Thanks... but I think it's more than that. Because once during a mission, someone who was working with me saw something I did and couldn't help but blurt out "That's so weird."

Anby: What did you do?

Trigger: It's a habit I developed during missions to make it easier to eat during combat. Without using my hands, I took a red bean bun out with my mouth, then tore off the wrapper and ate it.

That's weird.

Trigger: Yeh... I guess it's pretty weird. I didn't think it wasn't something normal people would do at the time.

That's some serious skill.

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Trigger: Heh... You're right. If we go by the idea that the weirder, the stronger, this could be a testament to my strength as a fighter. When I think about it from that perspective, it's not so hard to accept.

That's just cute.

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Trigger: W-what's cute about that... How do you always manage to take the conversation in a direction that leaves me flustered...

So cute!

Trigger: Th—Thanks...

Anby: Actually, I can do that too. I've tried opening a burger's packaging with just my mouth and eating it in one bite.

Trigger: Oh? You mean eating with just your mouth like this, is actually...

Anby: Mhm, it's not that strange. I've even tried using a weapon hot from battle to heat up a burger, but Nicole told me off for it... I don't think you can be called strange until you've taken it that far.

Trigger: I see... maybe next time I'll try using the smoking barrel of my gun to heat up a red bean bun after combat. It should work in theory...

Don't start getting competitive over weird things!

(Idle): Trigger: Anyway, later I'll...

(Talk to Trigger again, optional): Trigger: Anyway, our partnership should be settled then. I'll bring the assignment details and a report on using a gun muzzle to heat a red bean bun next time... and of course, I'll keep it a secret from Soldier 11.; Anby: I really appreciate it. Just out of curiosity... has Soldier 11 ever done something similar?; Trigger: Yeh... she's used the hot steam from Seed's exhaust port to heat up her noodles before.

Lumina Square

Location: Lumina Square
Sub-Location: Outside 141 Convenience Store
Time of Day: 6AM - 6PM
Day of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Agent: Trigger
Appearances: Tsukishiro Yanagi
Mentions: Orphie Magnusson & Magus, Seed, Soldier 11

(Idle): Tsukishiro Yanagi: Red bean buns are never meant to be consumed in large quantities!; Trigger: I disagree.

(Talk to Trigger)

Trigger: For tasks like infiltration, surveillance, and reconnaissance, red bean buns, which are nutritionally balanced and very filling, are absolutely the best choice. This is also mentioned in the films of the old civilization.

Trigger: Red bean buns are the most convenient and perfect military food to me. This is one thing I'll never back down on.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: If that's the case, I definitely can't give you these red bean buns. Red bean buns are a delicacy that should be savored slowly, not consumed on-mass! [sic]

Trigger: The Defense Force's creed has always been to recognize only results, by any means necessary.

Trigger: Has Miss Tsukishiro forgotten the principles she upheld when she was in the Defense Force before being transferred to Hollow Special Operations, and have started to interfere with other people's food preferences?

Tsukishiro Yanagi: This has nothing to do with my previous position or principles, it's only about my love for red bean buns!

Let's all calm down...

What happened?

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Manager, you arrived just in time! There were several occasions when I came to buy the limited-edition red bean buns, but the convenience store told me they were sold out. Now I finally know who the buyer was — this Defense Force lady whose philosophy on red bean buns is completely opposite to mine!

Trigger: I don't know anything about red bean bun philosophy, but there's only ten left now, and Miss Tsukishiro and I arrived at the same time, and she's trying to stop me from getting them.

Trigger: Manager, don't you think red bean buns should be a more practical food?

I can't believe these two are serious...

Arguing about red bean buns so seriously...

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Let's leave it to the manager to decide how people should treat sacred red bean buns, shall we?

Trigger: Manager... you agree with me, right?

Red bean buns must be savored!

Trigger: ...You think so too?

Trigger: I love the taste of red bean buns — delicate and sweet. When I'm lacking energy and can't focus, they always help me calm down.

Trigger: Just because I used red bean buns on my missions, does that mean my love for them is less than Miss Tsukishiro's?

Trigger: ...Since that's how you see it, I'll think more about what the philosophy of red bean buns means... Miss Tsukishiro, please buy the remaining ten red bean buns.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: No, I was being rude just now... If I didn't have such a profound appreciation for the taste of red bean buns, I wouldn't have said what I said. Miss Trigger, please take the remaining limited-edition red bean buns.

Red bean buns are a practical food!

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Trigger: Indeed. All food was initially made to fill the stomach, and only later the details of savoring and satisfying the taste buds emerge... red bean buns are no different.

Trigger: I certainly don't deny the flavor of red bean buns, which is why I continue buying them. But Miss Tsukishiro, before we get into the philosophy of red bean buns, we can't overlook their true purpose.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: I didn't expect see [sic] it the same way, Manager... It seems I was being too stubborn.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Ms. Trigger, please don't mind me, take the remaining ten red bean buns.

Trigger: Miss Tsukishiro, please go ahead and buy first. The Manager's support has helped me calmed [sic] down a bit... when it comes to red bean buns, you're definitely more persuasive. I shouldn't have forced my views on you.

What matters most is the love for red bean buns themselves.

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Trigger & Tsukishiro Yanagi: ...

Trigger: You're right, Manager. We were too focused on our own opinions. As long as someone who loves red bean buns eats them, then the fact they were baked is meaningful.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Indeed... all this time, Miss Trigger has been my biggest rival in snatching up red bean buns. Her love for them is definitely not just talk.

Trigger: It seems I was being harsh. I'm sorry, Miss Tsukishiro, I get why you're so fond of red bean buns.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: No, I'm the one being harsh... I shouldn't meddle in your own way of doing things. When it comes to red bean buns, we're supposed to be companions.

(All choices lead to the following): As long as you've settled things...; What's with this strange atmosphere...; Trigger: It's all thanks to you. Your intervention made me realize my view was very one-sided.; Trigger & Tsukishiro Yanagi: Come to think of it... do you two know each other?; You take this opportunity to introduce Trigger and Yanagi to each other... They seem to have met briefly during their time in the Defense Force, but aren't very familiar with one another.
They talk about everything from the troublemakers in various squads, to the somewhat stubborn leaders, to work planning, and even tips for eye care...
Your involvement here might just help foster a better relationship between the Defense Force and Hollow Special Operations...?; Trigger: ...So we both have issues with our vision. The "New Eridu Vision Support Association" is funding the development of guide Bangboo. If needed, I can send you the contact details.; Tsukishiro Yanagi: Thank you. My vision isn't at the point where I need a guide Bangboo just yet, but I'd like to donate to support the cause. It's surprising how much we have in common.; Tsukishiro Yanagi: As for the limited red bean buns — let's buy five each. I want to bring them back for my three colleagues, and as for the extra one...; Yanagi casts a glance at you. But just before that, you feel a clear pull on your sleeve — Trigger has grabbed the edge of your clothes.; Yanagi, why don't you try eating one during a mission?; Tsukishiro Yanagi: Come to think of it, it's something I've never tried before... Eating something tasty while your adrenaline is rushing could be quite an interesting experience.; This proposal seems to pique Yanagi's interest. After a simple goodbye, Yanagi hurriedly leaves the convenience store...; Trigger: Sorry, Proxy... I know you might have wanted to eat your red bean bun and chat with some of the Section 6 members, but I held you back.; Eating it with Obol Squad isn't so bad either.; Trigger: No... Soldier 11 only loves spicy food, Seed changes her mind every second about what she wants to eat, and if I recommend sweets to Orphie, Captain Magus will blow a fuse... My teammates don't eat red bean buns.; Trigger: There's no one else, just you and me. I want to savor these red bean buns slowly with you... if that's okay?; It's hard to refuse Trigger's request...
You find a quiet corner with Trigger and slowly finish the red bean buns you bought. Taking your time to savor them, you realize how rich the texture of the red bean buns is... no wonder they sell so well every time.; Trigger: So this is what it's like to savor something slowly... it really is more delicious than usual. Taking time to feel the presence of the things you love brings a deep sense of happiness...; Trigger: Thank you, Proxy, for helping me understand these things.

(Idle): Trigger: I should be thanking Miss Tsukishiro...

(Talk to Trigger again, optional): Trigger: I should be thanking you... no, I feel like I should apologize instead; Trigger: Am I being too selfish by insisting on being alone with the Proxy?

Location: Lumina Square
Sub-Location: Outside the HIA Club
Time of Day: 6AM - 6PM
Day of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Agent: Trigger

(Idle): Trigger: There are design issues here... and there as well...

(Talk to Trigger)

Trigger: There's a problem with this design... I'll make a note of it first.

Trigger, what are you looking at?

What design?

Trigger: Oh, Proxy? You're usually at home handling commissions around this time... Oh, never mind, forget I said anything!

Trigger: I'm gathering data on the issues with tactile paving designs across various districts in New Eridu. I note down any problem areas and then submit them to the local municipal office for improvements.

Trigger: It's not exactly interesting... Sorry, I didn't mean for you to see this boring side of me.

You're so thoughtful.

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Trigger: ...Don't pay me any attention... keep complimenting me for such small things, and I'll become more and more spoiled.

Trigger: I just want to do something for the visually impaired people of New Eridu in my spare time. But after being praised, I feel like the next time I do it I'll have ulterior motives...

I don't find it boring!

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Trigger: Really...? All I'm doing is walking along the tactile paving in the area... I thought for sure you'd think boring.

Trigger: I'm relieved to hear you say that. This is a meaningful task... It'll directly improve how visually impaired people get around New Eridu.

Is it work?

Trigger: No, it's not work... It's something I'm doing voluntarily.

Trigger: The poor design of the tactile paving affects the daily lives of visually impaired people in New Eridu, so I want to push for improvements.

Trigger: As you can see, my eyes may have become like this, but thanks to my sharp hearing and sense of touch, I can manage the many daily difficulties in life...

Trigger: But after joining the New Eridu Vision Support Association, I realized the vast majority of visually impaired people live extremely inconvenient lives. Without well-developed tactile paving, even leaving the house becomes a problem for them.

Trigger: I don't know if the municipal authorities even did any research when they were laying down the tactile paving... In any case, they need to improve the design. I want visually impaired people to be able to step outside and enjoy the afternoon sunshine.

I want to help too!

Trigger: Now you've said it, Proxy, I won't let you get away so easily. Are you sure?

Trigger: Anyway, let's take a look at this tactile paving together first.

I want to know what parts of the design are an issue.

Trigger: Want to know something, Proxy? Take a look at this tactile paving right here... This is the first time I've ever explained this to someone familiar, it feels so new.

Trigger: The tactile paving continues up to here, but there's a gap further along. Even if visually impaired people were laying it themselves, they'd have realized this design doesn't work.

How unbelievable...

You're right, I hadn't noticed...

Trigger: I understand. Unless you actually walk it with limited vision, most people wouldn't notice — that's just how it is.

Trigger: There's actually quite a few spots like this in Lumina Square. I've heard the Lumina Square metro is the same...

Trigger: ...Proxy, could... could you help me check some other areas? Since you're going to help, I have an idea I want to try.

Trigger: I'll do my best to block out my sense of touch and hearing to mimic the experience of walking as a regular visually impaired person. Walking along these tactile pavings should make it easier to spot design flaws.

Trigger: But I've never tried doing this, so I might fall... that's why...

I'll hold your hand!

(Hold her hand)

Trigger: ...Mhm.

You take Trigger's hand and begin walking along the tactile paving. It looks like she really is shutting out her unusually sharp senses. You can feel her hand trembling slightly, growing warm, with a subtle sense of unsteadiness that isn't usually there...

First the sidewalks of Lumina Square, then inside the metro station, walking through all the tactile paths...

(Load into Lumina Metro Station): Trigger: Installing a closed-loop tactile path in the metro... I feel like a visually impaired person could wander around here all day. I must make sure to note this down.; Trigger: Proxy, thank you, I think I've gathered enough feedback for now... I plan to gather more on Sixth Street and Tenth Street next time...; Trigger: ...No, forget I said anything. I'm just happy you came with me this time.; Trigger: Actually, the sensation in my hand... I couldn't block it out at all... My objective of focusing on the tactile paving design almost failed several times.; Trigger: This is definitely a reminder not to be too greedy, don't you think?

(Idle): Trigger: The sensation in my palm... still lingers...

(Talk to Trigger again, optional): Trigger: Proxy... Maybe I shouldn't have invited you?; Trigger: My chest feels so tight... Is this what guilt feels like when you have impure intentions?

Ballet Twins Road

Location: Ballet Twins Road
Sub-Location: Near the fence by the river
Time of Day: 6AM - 6PM
Day of the Week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday

Agent: Trigger

(Idle): Trigger: It's so quiet here.

(Talk to Trigger)

Trigger: ...

Trigger stands by the river, looking out at the Ballet Twins, immersed in her own thoughts. She doesn't appear to notice you coming... which is incredibly rare, given her keen hearing and sense of touch.

Tap her on the shoulder

You attempt to tap Trigger's shoulder to let her know you're right behind her. But just as your finger get close, she spins around...

Trigger: ...Proxy, are you out for a walk too? It's pretty quite around here, I didn't think I'd run into anyone...

You got me.

Trigger: I already memorized the frequency of the ground's vibration when you walk. As long as you walk the same way, I'll always be able to sense your presence.

Standing quietly by her side

You stand silently beside Trigger, feeling the breeze on your face.
Does Trigger know you're here? The breeze and river waves quickly was away that question, and only calm fills your mind... The wind softens, and Trigger turns around.

Trigger: ...It's a strange feeling, stood [sic] together in the breeze, Proxy.

When did you realize I was here?

Trigger: I always knew.

Trigger: I was immersed in the sound of the wind... but all my senses turned to you the moment you showed up.

Blow into her ear

Trigger has such keen ears... How would she react if you just blew into them gently?
You approach her ear quietly, thinking you'll just give it a try, but she turns around just before you blow...

Trigger: Proxy, my ears are somewhat sensitive... You shouldn't be playing pranks like that.

S—Sorry!

Trigger: I'd already noticed you were nearby, but seeing you trying to sneak up on me, I just wanted to see what you'd do.

Trigger: But my ears... I... I don't want to lose my composure in front of you...

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What are you doing here?

Trigger: I just needed a change of pace.... so I came here to reflect on the past.

On the past?

What's got you reflecting on the past?

Trigger: Please don't mind my emotional ups and downs. It's not something I should bother you with...

We're companions who have each others' backs.

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Trigger: ...You won't think I'm a nuisance?

Don't bottle up your emotions alone.

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Trigger: Thanks, Proxy... you're right.

Trigger: Because I don't want to forget.

Trigger: At this moment, with you the [sic] members of Obol Squad... every day feels like I'm surrounded by warmth.

Trigger: That's why I'm afraid that one day I'll lose everything in front of me again. I know better than anyone that I'm someone who craves warmth, and even though this warmth makes me weak, I don't plan on giving it up.

Trigger: Someone weak like me should take a good look... at what happens when you face "loss" and become your past. Just look at the Ballet Twins, now decaying and abandoned.

Trigger: This is the only way I won't forget what I need to do. I have to fight with my life on the line to protect everything in front of me... to protect you.

I'll always be by your side!

We should face the challenge together!

Trigger: Mhm.. I know. I won't carry everything on my own like I used to. My thoughts, my weaknesses, my back... They're all in your hands, Proxy.

Trigger: I hope one day we won't have to be afraid of the past anymore. That will be the moment we step into the future.

(Idle): Trigger: The wind whispers...

(Talk to Trigger again, optional): Trigger: Let's just enjoy the wind together. I love how it feels.; Trigger: If it gets too strong, you can always get a little closer to me.

Blazewood

Location: Blazewood
Sub-Location: Behind Cheesetopia
Time of Day: 6AM - 6PM
Day of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Agent: Trigger
Mentions: Charon, Cocytus

(Idle): Impatient Gang Member: I'm not telling you anything!; Trigger: You'd better weigh the pros and cons carefully.

(Talk to Trigger)

Impatient Gang Member: Just my luck to have fallen into your hands... Do whatever you want with me! But don't expect to get anything out of me!

Trigger: You're just some low-level grunt. Wasting time on you is pointless. The cost to feed you in prison is probably higher than what you earn from your superiors every month.

Impatient Gang Member: What the hell are you talking about! I'm a big deal in the underworld, so watch yourself, or I'll have my boys teach you a lesson you won't forget!

Trigger: Why wait? Call your brothers over right now. If they're willing to come to your rescue, I might just start seeing you in a different light.

Impatient Gang Member: ...You think such a cheap trick will work on me!? Enough talk, I'm not telling you anything about the gang!

Trigger: You're so loyal. In that case, I guess it's fine if all the responsibility for the military Ether equipment your gang has gotten involved with falls on you? That way I can report to the higher-ups, and your boys can avoid jail.

Impatient Gang Member: ...

Trigger: Just a heads-up, with your gang's size, trying to get you out won't be easy. Pay me 1000 Dennies now, and I'll let you make a call to your family to take care of things.

Impatient Gang Member: ...You, don't even think—

Trigger: Still not budging? If it's just you taking the fall, honestly, it'll be tough to report back to the higher-ups... I'm impressed. How about giving me some intel on an enemy gang? I just need to report someone to the higher-ups, whether it's you or them doesn't make a difference.

Impatient Gang Member: I—I didn't mean for you soldiers to get involved in our business! This is just the rules of the streets!

Trigger: Can your rules keep you out of jail? I'll be straight with you... The gang that ambushed and took advantage of your raid on the warehouse a month ago — you remember them, right?

Trigger: Tell me something about them, and they'll pay the price, and I'll treat you as an informant.

Trigger: Think carefully about my offer. You're loyal, and I need to make my report. Our interests are aligned.

Impatient Gang Member: Are you sure you can make that gang pay? You've got to keep this quiet for me... No one comes out unscathed when they're exposed as an informant for the military.

The gang member whispers intelligence to Trigger, who nods thoughtfully, then signals a nearby soldier to take the gang member away.
Once finished, Trigger turns to you...

Trigger: ...I apologize, Proxy, this kind of negotiation isn't exactly honorable. I wasn't expecting you to witness it.

You have a completely different demeanor when interrogating someone...

Why let the gang member go?

Trigger: Cocytus... my former teammate once taught me, "There are many situations where you can't achieve your goals through conventional negotiation, so you should never dismiss unconventional negotiation methods."

Trigger: The negotiation just now was the result of me following that example.

Trigger: Even the gangs have a sense of solidarity — it's the foundation of every organization. But in the end, they'll weigh "protecting their comrades" on the same scale as everything else...

Trigger: Once other matters become more important, or when the ones they protect are no longer "comrades," the scale will tip in the other direction.

Trigger: I'm not actually investigating his small gang... I'm investigating the rival gang that opposes them. That's the big fish that dares to eye military supplies.

Trigger: Negotiating with low-level thugs like these is the quickest way to gather useful information. With this, I should be able to beat them to the punch before their next move.

Trigger: These unconventional methods... are a shortcut to achieving my goals, and a tactic I have no intention of abandoning. To uncover the truth, I'm sure I'll continue to use it in the future.

Trigger: But Charon also told me there are no shortcuts to your destination. If you only think about taking shortcuts, you'll only end up in a quagmire.

Trigger: So I constantly reflect on myself. I can never allow myself to become dependent on unconventional methods... It's my principle as a soldier and as a member of the Defense Force.

Trigger: Proxy, do you... disagree with this approach?

As long as it's used correctly, I think it's fine.

Trust increase with Trigger

Trigger: Yes... If possible, I hope to always stay on the "right" path. If I stray from it, I'm sure such corrupt methods will soon backfire on me.

Trigger: I'll keep watching you to prevent that happening. Proxy, I'm certain the path I walk with you will never veer from the "right" one.

I would do the same thing.

Trust increase with Trigger

Trigger: You'd do the same? I know your profession is in a gray area, but I just can't picture you using such unconventional means.

Trigger: But... hearing you say that makes me feel a bit better. Thank you.

You're a better person than me for not taking that 1000 Dennies.

Significant Trust increase with Trigger

Trigger: Pfft... hahaha...

Trigger: Sorry, I couldn't resist... I didn't expect you to say something so funny.

Trigger: The way you put it makes me feel foolish for being the one to worry about whether my actions are right... I guess I should stop overthinking things.

Trigger: Next time I'm struggling with a problem like this, could you say the same thing to me again? I'd like to be influenced by you more often, if possible.

Trigger: But still... having you see me like this is a bit embarrassing.

Trigger: Perhaps if you shared a [sic] something nobody else knows... it might make me feel more at ease?

Last week at Godfinger I got...

Trigger: The fastest death on record in Soul Hounds III? I can see how that's something new to someone so good at video games like you...

The day before yesterday in Box Galaxy, I opened a...

Trigger: The hidden edition of the Bangboo Surprise Box, the "Platinum Bangboo", right? I checked, and this hidden edition is being traded at quite a high price among enthusiasts...

Last night in the video store, I found...

Trigger: You found the original version of "The Port Peak" videotape that you've been trying to find recently? You probably got it mixed up — it was found between the sofa cushions. You probably took it out to watch and then forgot to put it back...

Trigger: ...Ah.

Uhhh...

Trigger: It was just a guess at what you might keep secret, but judging by your reaction, it seems I was right!

But your guess was way too accurate...

Trigger: Hmm, looks like I got a message from the squad. I'll excuse myself for now! Sorry!

(Idle): Trigger: Is this what happens when unconventional methods backfire?

(Talk to Trigger again, optional): Trigger: Information obtained through "unconventional means" is a double-edged sword that could expose oneself... I see, this is what Charon wanted to tell me...; Trigger: Hmm... was my reaction just now strange?

Quality Time

Fun Events

Sixth Street

(At the Bangboo Statue): Trigger: Are you saying there's a Bangboo here? So it's a Bangboo saying "Ehn-en". How avant garde.

(At Coff Cafe): Trigger: The coffee smells so good, I'd really love a taste! Stores like this are just unfair.

(At Random Play): Trigger: I know where this is. It's your home.

Lumina Square

(At the Overpass): Trigger: This would be an excellent sniping position. For a sniper, this distance is unusual. Clearly so far away— Yet so near in the scope..

(At the Apartment Advert): Trigger: How many zeros was that again...

(At Gravity Cinema (Poster)): Trigger: I really like movies too. Especially plot-heavy films filled with lots of dialogue!

(At Beaverson Beauty Salon): Trigger: It smells like shampoo — so nice. How do people resist wanting to touch Thirens. The scent combined with their soft, furry texture is just so ...

(Near the Antique Shop (Alleyway)): Trigger: I think I just heard... Is this the home of a little kitten?

Port Elpis

(At the top of the Lighthouse): Trigger: Where does the seawater go after being swallowed by the Hollow I wonder?

(Near a ship on the docks): Trigger: Is this ship about to be decommissioned? What should I do after retirement?

Rewards

Task	Rewards	Task	Rewards
Complete the Wish Event: A Little Closer to the Sky	Inter-Knot Credit 150 Polychrome 10 Denny 10,000 Advanced Shock Chip 2	Complete a Trigger Fun Event 1 time	Denny 7,500 Official Investigator Log 2 W-Engine Power Supply 1
Complete the Wish Event: Nerves on Edge	Inter-Knot Credit 150 Polychrome 10 Denny 10,000 Advanced Shock Chip 2	Complete a Trigger Fun Event 3 times	Denny 7,500 Official Investigator Log 2 W-Engine Power Supply 1
Complete the Wish Event: Space for Imagination	Inter-Knot Credit 150 Polychrome 10 Denny 10,000 Advanced Shock Chip 2	Complete a Trigger Fun Event 5 times	Denny 7,500 Official Investigator Log 2 W-Engine Power Supply 1
Complete the Wish Event: Bright Purple Door	Inter-Knot Credit 150 Polychrome 10 Denny 10,000 Advanced Shock Chip 2	Play any game with Trigger in Godfinger 1 time	Denny 5,000
Complete the Wish Event: Then I'll Begin	Inter-Knot Credit 150 Polychrome 10 Denny 10,000 Advanced Shock Chip 2	Play any game with Trigger in Godfinger 2 times	Denny 5,000
Complete a floral design interaction event with Trigger at Dew Gardening	Denny 5,000

Hollow Zero: Withered Domain

Help from White Star Institute

The squad has arrived at a safe spot that can be used as a temporary camp. A group of members from the White Star Institute are preparing to leave Hollow Zero.

"Are you an Independent Investigation Team? Good work! We're heading back to the outpost. There are some leftover supplies in the camp, so you can have them," said a member of the Institute.

They left a lot of supplies behind! Seems like they are going to come in handy!

Accept the offer

After bidding farewell to the Institute staff, the squad took a short rest at the camp. Among the leftover supplies, you found something that could be of help to the Agent Trigger.: Receive: (Affinity) With Your Rhythm ×1
You have regrouped and rested. All wounded squad members get healed, and all squad members have restored 20% of their Max HP.

Hollow Zero: Lost Void

Friendly Talk

Trigger: Proxy, you need a lot of rest after a tough battle like this. Please take a break with me.

Trigger: If you're finding it hard to settle down... please come into my arms, and I will help you relax.

(If Trigger is at Trust Rank: Close and has defeated the previous Boss using a heavy attack): Trigger: Stepping into Hollow Zero once again... I kind of feel like playing the harmonica.; Trigger: I want to tell those resting here that I'm fine... I've been through a lot, made like-minded companions, and haven't brought shame upon them.; Trigger: And if they could hear this melody... they'd know I have you by my side — someone truly precious.; Receive: (Affinity) With Your Rhythm ×1

Combat - Resonium

Trigger: Proxy? What a surprise to run into you here.

Trigger: I received information that this place was previously used as a base by some good-for-nothing guys, and I'm here to "clean" it up.

Trigger: They fled in such a sorry state, leaving behind quite a few items... It's a pity, they must've risked everything for these things.

Trigger: I took a look, and this seems quite useful — here, take it.

Receive: 1 of 3 random Resonium options

Combat - Coins

Trigger: Proxy? What a surprise to run into you here.

Trigger: I got news there are constant loud noises here. I assumed it was the Association's Hollow lab exploding so often that the Ethereals couldn't take it and had to complain...

Trigger: It turned out to be just a few Golden Bangboo.

Trigger: Since nothing major happened, I'll go back and report.

Trigger: Oh, right! Here, take these — sharing is caring, right?

Receive:

Gear Coin ×1,060

Trigger/Dialogue

Open-World Dialogue

Fantasy Resort

Trust Events

Sixth Street

Lumina Square

Ballet Twins Road

Blazewood

Quality Time

Fun Events

Sixth Street

Lumina Square

Port Elpis

Rewards

Hollow Zero: Withered Domain

Help from White Star Institute

Hollow Zero: Lost Void

Friendly Talk

Combat - Resonium

Combat - Coins

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