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Official Profile

Age	24
Height	169 cm
Race	Human
Hobbies	Sword collecting
Likes	Cute things, small animals
Dislikes	Bugs, cooking
Granblue Fantasy Theater Once a devoted knight of the Erste Empire in charge of guarding Lyria, Katalina turns on her former home and vows to travel with you to protect Lyria from the Empire's schemes. Her skilled and calculated displays of swordplay with her trusted sword Rukalsa are in stark contrast to her profoundly lacking sense of direction and poor cooking skills. These things, among others, are regularly pointed out by her fellow party members. Granblue Fantasy Chronicle 元々はエルステ帝国の騎士「階級は中尉」でルリアの、護衛を務めていたが，帝国がルリアを利用し星晶の力を手にに入れようとしていると知り，帝国に対し反旗を翻した。以降は主人公と共に行動を共にするようになる。ルリアのことを大切に思っており、実の姉のように世話を焼いている。 Final Uncap メインシナリオでは、幽世の世界を彷徨うカタリナ達が謎の騎士「アレス」と邂逅。 幽世の世界から脱出するため、カタリナはアレスと共に「教えの最奥」に挑むことに…！？ 果たして、カタリナは無事「教えの最奥」にたどり着くことはできるのか？ そして、謎の騎士「アレス」とはいったい何者なのか？ それぞれの思いが交錯し、新たな展開を見せていくメインシナリオ「星の旅人編」もお楽しみに！ Final Uncap フェイトエピソードではカタリナがエルステ帝国に所属していた時の上官「ガラテア」が登場。 蒼き輝きを放つ剣を手に、カタリナの前に立ちはだかります。 カタリナを慕う二人の後輩「ヴィーラ」「ファラ」の活躍もお見逃しなく！

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* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.

Age	24歳
Height	169cm
Race	ヒューマン
Hobbies	刀剣収集
Likes	可愛いもの、小動物
Dislikes	虫、料理
Granblue Fantasy Theater ルリアを守るため《エルステ帝国》に背いた女騎士。 かつては帝国の忠実な騎士としてルリアの護衛を務める騎士だったが、帝国の謀略からルリアを守るため、主人公とともに進むことを決意する。 愛剣「ルカ・ルサ」を巧みに操り、冷静で理知的な振る舞いは、とても頼りになる一方で、方向音痴や料理下手を仲間に指摘される一面も。 Granblue Fantasy Chronicle 元々はエルステ帝国の騎士「階級は中尉」でルリアの、護衛を務めていたが，帝国がルリアを利用し星晶の力を手にに入れようとしていると知り，帝国に対し反旗を翻した。以降は主人公と共に行動を共にするようになる。ルリアのことを大切に思っており、実の姉のように世話を焼いている。 Final Uncap メインシナリオでは、幽世の世界を彷徨うカタリナ達が謎の騎士「アレス」と邂逅。 幽世の世界から脱出するため、カタリナはアレスと共に「教えの最奥」に挑むことに…！？ 果たして、カタリナは無事「教えの最奥」にたどり着くことはできるのか？ そして、謎の騎士「アレス」とはいったい何者なのか？ それぞれの思いが交錯し、新たな展開を見せていくメインシナリオ「星の旅人編」もお楽しみに！ Final Uncap フェイトエピソードではカタリナがエルステ帝国に所属していた時の上官「ガラテア」が登場。 蒼き輝きを放つ剣を手に、カタリナの前に立ちはだかります。 カタリナを慕う二人の後輩「ヴィーラ」「ファラ」の活躍もお見逃しなく！

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Events

• Dark Giant of the Blue Sea
• Teardrop in the Sand
• A Tale of Intersecting Fates
• My First Valentine
• L.E.T.S. H.A.N.G.
• Miscolored Memories
• What Makes the Sky Blue
• Table for Six
• A Granblue Carol
• What Makes the Sky Blue II: Paradise Lost
• A Thousand Reasons

Main Quest

You first meet Katalina in the Opening Chapter.

She becomes a constant member of your party after the events of Chapter 1: Meet the Wind.

Trivia

• A running gag with Katalina is that she is terrible at cooking, but is oblivious to it.
• In the Grand Blues! manga, her love for Vyrn turns to obsession, much to his distress.
• Her full name is Katalina Aryze.
• ViraDark SSR version only has character banter with Katalina when paired in battle.
• LowainAny version has character banter with Katalina when paired in battle.

Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1	✔	Happy birthday! Hmm. I'd really like to get you something, but I'm not sure what you'd want. Do you have any requests? I know! How about I cook for you? All your favorite dishes, prepared with my tender love and care! What? You're not hungry? Don't worry, I know you'll be starving once you smell what I'm cooking. Hahaha!
2	✔	Happy birthday, (Captain). Looking back now, the first time we met seems so long ago. You've grown so much since then. And I know you'll continue to grow from here forward. I'll do my best to support you as we continue forward.
3	✔	(Captain), happy birthday! It seems that Lyria and Vyrn have been busying preparing something for you since the morning. They charged me with the honor of escorting you to a secret spot. Well, (Captain), right this way... We're always together with Lyria and Vyrn, so walking together like this feels kind of new. Hmm... Do you think you've gotten a little taller? I guess children do grow up quickly. Whatever kind of trouble we encounter in the coming days, we'll face it head on with our trusted friends. But before that, there's nothing stopping us from having some fun. Right this way, (Captain)! Everyone's waiting for you!
4	✔	Happy birthday, (Captain). I can't believe we've been celebrating your birthday for the fourth time already. Because of your continuous efforts, we've been able to continue this journey together. Everyone's always depending on you, and you've always been there for all of us. We can't thank you enough. But surely tending to all our needs must take its toll. So that's why today, whatever you need—I'm all yours! It isn't healthy to keep pushing your body all the time. Sometimes it's good to just take a load off your shoulders every now and then. Right! Don't be shy. I'll hear all of your requests for today!
5	✔	Happy birthday, (Captain). Today, I'll listen to any request you make of me. You're the star of the day, after all. But you hardly make any selfish requests... In my opinion, you should go ahead and do more of what you want to do on a regular basis... I can't help but think that you go through so much trouble for the sake of your friends, sometimes even sacrificing yourself... Of course, everyone in the crew sees and respects that side of you. At the same time, I'm worried about you. Whenever you need help, don't be afraid to tell me. I will gladly lend you my strength. That's what a friend does, right?

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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1	✔	Captain, it's time to ring in the new year! Let's go and get started on our first training session!
2	✔	Happy New Year. It looks like we've safely made it to the beginning of another year. But I guess we did run into a little trouble along the way! Hehe. Our travels have been filled with all kinds of ups and downs. I apologize for the trouble. That said, through it all, we learned that there's nothing we can't overcome if we work together. At least that's what I think. I look forward to another year with you, (Captain).
3	✔	We sure have been through some tough times. I'm thankful we're able to reset and reflect on days like today. It's just a momentary break, but it's a welcome one nonetheless. Haha. Yes, I'm well aware we don't have time to waste on lounging around, but constantly barreling ahead at full steam is bad for the body. You always worry me, (Captain), with the dangerous things you get into. Should I call it bravery—maybe recklessness? Then perhaps... (Captain), would you care to learn a few techniques? Knowing you're out there fighting with knowledge would— Haha. Sorry. I was just telling you to take it easy, but here I am also telling you to go as hard as you can. Seems I need to take this resting business seriously myself.
4	✔	Sorry, (Captain)... I got lost on the way here and wasn't able to make it in time for sunrise... The sun's already high and shining. Hmm? The sunrise is also pretty looking from the mountain path I took to get up here? Heh, thanks for your reassurance. You're always so kind to me, (Captain). But I mustn't be spoiled by that kindness. I'll take this failure to heart and improve myself with a year's worth of activities. Now then, I guess I should start by leading us down the mountain path.
5	✔	I can't think of many sights more spectacular than the year's first sunrise at the top of a mountain. Doesn't seeing it make you feel like you've somehow entered the new year earlier than everyone else? Hehe, I feel lucky to have seen it, and the lack of insects due to the cold weather certainly makes the experience better. You know, thanks to you, I feel like this year is going to be another special one. But enough of that. It's about time for us to return. You should watch your feet on the way down. Oops, I almost forgot. Happy New Year. I look forward to spending it with you.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Happy Valentine's! These chocolates are from me. They're a token of my appreciation! Here! What's the matter? You're trembling! Do you like my homemade chocolates that much?
2	✔	(Captain)! Happy Valentine's! Here are the chocolates you've been waiting for. They're a sign of gratitude for everything you've done for us. Won't you accept them? Hmm? What's the matter? No need to be shy... Or maybe you'd prefer that I feed them to you. Gulp. If it's a request from the captain, then I guess I have no choice... Okay, open wide!
3	✔	I thought I would make some homemade chocolate, but someone was using the kitchen. So I got you store bought chocolate instead—but it's a popular one. Here, take it. Huh? Why do you look relieved? Well, not really... Wait. Are you embarrassed? Ah. What should I do? If your face turns that color, then I'll start to flush too. We've been traveling together for so long, and yet we still have these moments. Haha.
4	✔	Ah, (Captain). There you are. Um... I thought I'd try making you chocolate this year. But every time I went to the kitchen, other girls in the crew would tell me they wanted to use it first. Everyone was so serious in their request, so I kept letting them go ahead of me. And before I knew it, my time to use the kitchen had completely run out. So because of that, I was only able to get you something from the store. I put a lot of thought in choosing them as thanks for all you've done. I hope you like it.
5	✔	Happy Valentine's Day, (Captain). Yes, these chocolates are for you. I hope you don't mind that I made them myself. I know these past couple of years have been a bit chaotic around Valentine's. But this year I made sure to reserve the kitchen and make something for you. Now, open wide... Hehe, very good. I'm pleased to see you enjoy my homemade chocolates after so many years without.
Gift		Katalina's Chocolate

White Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Huh? What is it? You're acting so strangely. Do you have something for me? This is... for me? Oh, I remember now! It's White Day. You know, there's something nice about receiving a gift on White Day. When I was living in Albion, I was always the one giving gifts on White Day. I worked so hard to cook something for the girls that gave me chocolate. But they each liked something different. Anyway, thank you. I'll be sure to treasure your gift.
2	✔	This is... in return for the Valentine's Day chocolates? You must have thought hard about how you feel and taken the time to choose a special gift. And that makes me very happy. I guess this means I have to prepare something for Valentine's again next year. Hm? No, I'm not going to hold back this time! I hope you look forward to it!
3	✔	You found time to get me a present, even with everything going on. Thank you. Did you make these macarons yourself, (Captain)? Haha. I'm a lucky one, then. They're beautifully decorated and look delicious. Let's try one. Munch, munch... A-astounding! This crust has a light, crunchy texture... And this caramel cream has a wonderful bittersweet taste! This is seriously addictive stuff. When did you get pastry skills like this, (Captain)? Haha. Now that I see how good you've gotten, you've ignited my passion. I match your technique with my own. (Captain), you should be excited for next Valentine's Day!
4	✔	In appreciation for Valentine's Day? Thanks, (Captain). This packaging, and this sweet aroma... Chocolate cake this year? Hehe... The macarons from last year were delicious. I can't wait to bring this back to my room and eat it. All right. I've made up my mind. Next year I'll start using the kitchen as soon as the new year starts and definitely make you something of my own. So look forward to Valentine's Day next year!
5	✔	(Captain), is this... a gift in return for Valentine's? Thank you. I really appreciate it. Oh, this is... Hmm, a canele, I believe? You're getting better and better at making sweets every year. I wonder if I'm the reason you've been trying so hard to improve? Hehe, perhaps that's too conceited of a thought. Anyway, thank you. I will make sure to savor it.

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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1	✔	Happy Halloween! Let's see... Cookies, candy, and chocolate! Looks like I've got everything! I'm ready for whatever today brings!
2	✔	I dressed up in costume and gathered candy around the neighborhood when I was young. Hehe. I looked forward to it every year. Now it's my turn to make Halloween just as much fun for the children on the ship. Best to just let them play as many tricks as they like today. Go ahead (Captain). Trick me to your heart's content. Happy Halloween!
3	✔	Haha. Everyone seems to certainly enjoy being dressed up this year. It brings a smile to my face. Hah, trick or treat? Sure, you can have some candy. What's wrong, (Captain)? You don't want anymore candy? You think I'm going to pull a trick on you? That's not really something that adults— Haha. Fine, I can tell you saw right through me. So how about it, (Captain)? Want to go prank Rackam and Eugen?
4	✔	Huff... Puff... Oh, (Captain)... Say, um... You know how we prepare the candies for Halloween every year? It seems that this information has been going around the kids onboard. They all showed up at once, and now the candy's all gone. But they've been chasing me all day... Sorry, (Captain), but could you hide me for a while? S-say... Why are you giving me that look? Trick or Treat? What! Don't tell me you've become a Halloween trickster yourself!
5	✔	Eek! O-oh, it's you, (Captain)... Thank goodness. Me? Well, actually... Today's Halloween, right? I went out thinking I could go for a walk and enjoy the festivities in town... but before I knew it, I was lost. Since everyone is in costume, I couldn't find anyone I knew... Speaking of which... Haha, I see you're all dressed up and ready to enjoy Halloween. Would you mind if I joined you? I have a feeling I'll be able to enjoy the festivities more with you as company.

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1	✔	Season's greetings! Tonight I'll be serving a cake I baked all by myself! Hey wait, where are you going!
2	✔	Ugh, I'm exhausted. Huh? Oh, hello, (Captain). I was thinking of baking a nice cake and giving some to everyone. And when I said I was going to cook something nice for dinner, they all hurriedly dragged me out of the kitchen. I wonder why they did that... Oh, did you want my help with something? Okay, I'll lend you a hand. It's too bad about the cake, but it gives us something to look forward to next year.
3	✔	(Captain), perfect timing! I need your help! On my signal we're going to smash through the kitchen doors! Every single year others cook while I don't even lift a hand—and that's inexcusable. I conjecture that Farrah and Vira are simply looking out for me. And as their superior officer, I can't bring myself to ask them for their assistance in baking a cake. So this year I'll break into the kitchen and spearhead a cake-baking operation. It is my duty as someone they look up to. Don't you agree, (Captain)? Now, let's head for the kitchen... Remember, when I give the signal— Huh? (Captain), where did you go? You completely disappeared...
4	✔	Season's greetings, (Captain)! Have you seen the tree yet? Lyria decorated it with Vyrn. He flew up and put the star on the top for us. He looked so proud... Hehe, it was adorable. Lyria would ask me if each ornament she put together looked pretty. She worked diligently, but she still enjoyed every second of it. In fact, I baked them some cookies for all their hard work. See? They're shaped liked stars. I'm pretty confident in my own recipe, but would you try a bite for me?
5	✔	Hehe, I see you're excited for the holiday party. Everyone else is as well. Actually, the kitchens are so full right now I can't even squeeze in. I expected as much, so I went ahead and baked a cake last night. The only step left is to prepare it for serving... I'm sorry to ask, but could you help me with that? It ended up bigger than I thought it would. In fact, it's been continually expanding since last night. Of course, I'll pay you back with the cookies I baked. Very good. This cake will be sure to surprise and stun everyone once we're done with it!

Fate Episodes

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Quintessentially Katalina

One day, the party witnesses a wedding ceremony in town. Watching the parade, Lyria casually asks Katalina if she has any interest in marriage, but Katalina chides her for acting so carefree in the circumstances. That night, while camped in a forest, the party comes under siege from an ambush of Imperial Soldiers. When Lyria is subsequently captured, the party attempt to rush after her.

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One day, when stopping in town to replenish supplies, the party encountered a wedding procession.

Lyria: Wow! Look at that, Katalina! The bride looks so beautiful!

Katalina: Yeah, she does.

Katalina: Looks like they're going to cross in front of us. Let's wait on the side of the street.

The party waited and watched the procession, allowing it to pass in front of them.

Lyria: Hey, Katalina.

Katalina: Hmm? What is it?

Lyria: Have you ever thought of getting married?

Katalina: Eh? M-married? Me?

Lyria: Yeah! I was just thinking how well a dress would suit you…

Katalina: I… I don't think a dress would suit me much…

1. You'd look cute in one.
2. Invite me to your ceremony, OK?

Choose: You'd look cute in one.

Katalina: Wha? Cute, me?

Katalina: …look here. You shouldn't jest with adults like that!

Go to "Continue 1"

Choose: Invite me to your ceremony, OK?

Katalina: Ce-ceremony? As if! Do I look I'd have a partner?

Katalina: Honestly… Where do you come up with jokes like this?

Continue 1

Vyrn: Heh heh. It's pretty rare to see you all flustered like this. Guess you have a soft side after all!

Katalina: A-Ahem. Vyrn. I'm hardly what you would call flustered.

Katalina: We're currently being targeted by the Empire. This surely isn't the time to be exchanging such idle chitchat about marriage.

Lyria: Um… Is it really "carefree"?

Katalina: Now now, let's not forget why we're here! Provisions! Provisions!

Lyria: …Oh! Wait a minute, Katalina!

In the middle of shopping, Lyria had stopped to look at a certain piece of armor on display in a shop front.

Lyria: Hey, Katalina! Why don't you try this armor on?

Katalina: Hm? Armor, huh? But we didn't come here for that today.

Lyria: I think it'd really suit you, though. What do you think, Vyrn?

Vyrn: Well, I guess the one she's wearing now does look a bit clunky…

Vyrn: If you had this armor, you might look a little more delicate!

Katalina: M-more "delicate"?

Katalina: Allow me to show you the elegant art of sword fighting!

Katalina: Take this! Icicle Nail!

Katalina: Hmm…

Katalina: …But you know, Vyrn. The main purpose of armor is to protect one's body in battle.

Vyrn: Well, I guess you got a point there…

Katalina: In any case, there are many Imperial agents around these parts. I wouldn't want to risk Lyria's safety with unnecessary shopping.

Katalina: Come, let's go. Lyria, (Captain).

Lyria: Oh… Katalina.

Katalina hurriedly moved past the armor shop.

Just then, a pair of Imperial Soldiers passing close by espied the party.

Imperial Soldier 1: Hey, look over there! It's those…

Imperial Soldier 2: Uh! The former Lieutenant Katalina and that girl!

Imperial Soldier 1: Yeah, no doubt about it. You go and inform our superiors. I'll tail them for now.

Imperial Soldier 2: Got it. Be careful!

That night, the party had set up camp in the forest.

Katalina chanced to notice Lyria wearing a rather sad face.

Katalina: …Lyria? Are you scared of the forest at night?

Lyria: Eh? Um, yeah. It's scary, but I'm OK with everyone around.

Katalina: Then, what's wrong? If you're anxious about something, don't hold back. Just tell me.

Lyria: Er… Well, you see…

Lyria gazed softly at Katalina before starting to speak, choosing her words carefully.

Lyria: If was just wondering if you would have been more free if it wasn't for me…

Katalina: …Hm? What do you mean by that?

Lyria: You see… I've been thinking about it all day.

Lyria: It's because of me that you're being chased by the Empire, right?

Katalina: That… That's not your…

Lyria: So if it wasn't for me, you wouldn't have to worry about them.

Lyria: And then you wouldn't have to act so strong and tough for my sake all the time.

Katalina: That's not true at all! Lyria, this is just how I've always been…

Katalina started to lean forward toward Lyria…

…But at that moment, the party were suddenly set upon from the side.

Imperial Soldier 1: Go after the girl! Ignore the others!

Vyrn: Wha-what! Where did these guys come from?

Katalina: An ambush! (Captain)! We must repel them!

Imperial Soldier 2: You're mine!

(Captain)'s crew prepared to confront the sudden raid.

Lyria: Eeeek!

Amid the confusion, however, Lyria was abducted.

Vyrn: Hey! Lyria's been kidnapped!

Katalina: Ugh! I know! But we can't do anything until we take care of these Imperial Soldiers!

Katalina: Let's go! (Captain)!

As a result of the sudden attack, Lyria was abducted from (Captain)'s crew.

Was the party able to get her back safely?

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A Vow as Vast as the Sky

The party frantically pursue the imperial soldier who has abducted Lyria. Guided by her voice, the party catch up with her captor, and succeed in freeing Lyria.

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After setting up camp in the forest, the party had come under attack from imperial soldiers.

To get back Lyria, who had been abducted by a soldier, the party followed in hot pursuit.

Katalina: Lyria, where are you? If you can hear this, answer me!

Lyria: Katalina! (Captain)!

Imperial Soldier 1: Hey, quit your struggling! Be a good girl now!

Vyrn: That was Lyria's voice! It sounds like she's not too far away!

Eventually, the party caught up with the imperial soldier who had captured Lyria.

Imperial Soldier 1: Huff... huff... persistent fools...

Katalina: Curse you... Return Lyria to us!

Lyria: Katalina!

Imperial Soldier 1: Huff... Idiot! I have a hostage right here. No sudden movements, you hear?

Katalina: Blast it... You coward!

Imperial Soldier 1: Hm... Hold on. Where's the other one of you?

At that moment, (Captain) jumped out of a nearby thicket, knocking the soldier off their feet.

Imperial Soldier 1: Argh!

Katalina: Now!

Seizing the opportunity, Katalina rescued Lyria.

Vyrn: Nice one, Katalina!

Katalina: Lyria! Are you hurt?

Lyria: No! I'm fine!

Imperial Soldier 1: Heh... You don't know when to give up, do you?

Imperial Soldier 2: Are you all right? I'll back you up!

Imperial Soldier 1: Yeah. Just don't let them get away!

Katalina: Can you fight... (Captain)?

(Captain) nodded at Katalina's words.

Katalina: All right! Let's cut our way through!

A Vow as Vast as the Sky: Scene 2

The crew take care of the imperial soldiers in front of them, but are overwhelmed by waves of reinforcements. To save the group, who is trying to find an opening in the troops maneuvers through which to escape, Lyria announces she will return to the Empire. Katalina, however, pulls her back, admonishing the girl for her recklessness. (Captain) and Katalina prepare to confront the soldiers in a do-or-die battle.

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The party took care of the imperial soldiers in front of them, but were soon overwhelmed by fresh waves of enemies, more efficient than the last.

The crew were forced into a tight situation, constantly dodging through the encircling net of enemies.

Katalina: Ugh... The movement of these soldiers... It seems strangely well-organized.

Vyrn: Hey, Katalina! We're gonna get trapped at this rate!

Katalina: I'm aware of that! We have to forge an opening...

Lyria: Katalina... (Captain). It's all right.

Katalina: What is it, Lyria? Bear with us just a little longer, OK?

Lyria: No, it's not that.

Lyria: If I return to the Empire now, they won't have any reason to come after Katalina and everyone any more.

Katalina: ...Huh? Lyria! What are you saying?

Lyria: I'll be OK. Everything will just go back to the way it was, that's all.

Grasping her hand tightly, Katalina pulled Lyria back as she tried to hand herself over to the soldiers.

Katalina: Don't say such foolish things. As if I'd let you do that!

Imperial Soldier 1: There they are! After them!

Imperial Soldier 2: Don't worry. However much skill they may possess, we have the strength in numbers!

Katalina: Don't underestimate us!　

Katalina: I AM KATALINA ARYZE! AND I WILL NEVER ALLOW THE LIKES OF YOU TO BEST ME!

Vyrn: (Captain)! Back her up!

A Vow as Vast as the Sky: Scene 3

Thanks to the willpower behind Katalina's desperate assault, the crew are able to break free from the encirclement of imperial soldiers. The party have no time to rest, however, as an imperial captain appears before them. The captain, who is revealed to have served under Katalina in the past, offers to reinstate Katalina in exchange for handing over Lyria. When Katalina rejects the proposal, he identifies Lyria as the cause of Katalina's personality change, and becomes determined to put her to the sword. Katalina and (Captain) refuse to let this happen and jump into battle with the crazed captain.

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Thanks to the willpower behind Katalina's desperate assault, the party were able to break free from the encirclement of imperial soldiers.

Katalina: That did it! We got through!

Vyrn: You did it, Katalina!

Katalina: Yes... We should be safe now.

Katalina: Lyria... You did well back there.

Lyria: Yeah. You held my hand the whole time, Katalina, so I was able to be strong.

Before they even had a chance to recuperate, a shadow appeared before the party.

Imperial Captain: Heh heh heh... What a pitiable figure you cut right now, Lieutenant Katalina.

Katalina: Who are you, you wretch?

Imperial Captain: Now now, such language. Surely you remember me, Lieutenant Katalina?

Katalina: Fortunately not. And I've already renounced that particular title.

Imperial Captain: Feh. Whatever happened to the Lieutenant Katalina I used to serve under?

Imperial Captain: I see no trace of that cold, distanced beauty from before...

Katalina: My apologies, but I've no time to entertain your disillusioned reminiscences right now.

Katalina: If you won't move aside... I'll just cut you down where you stand.

Imperial Captain: Ah... That's it! Those are the eyes! That chilling expression. You see, you can do it if you try!

Imperial Captain: If you only return the girl to us, I'll see to it that you're reinstated in the Empire.

Katalina: Ha! Spare me your jests.

Lyria: Katalina...

Katalina: It's all right, Lyria. Stand behind me.

Imperial Captain: Heh heh... That's right... That girl was the cause of it, wasn't she?

Imperial Captain: After you met her, you changed your stripes...

Imperial Captain: Ha ha ha... Of course! If you are rid of that girl, you'll surely return to your good old self!

Katalina: You fiend... What are you muttering about?

Vyrn: H-hey... This guy looks like he means business!

Imperial Captain: Yes, that's it! Well then, let's have the girl perish here then, shall we?

Katalina: As if I'd let you lay a finger on her!

Vyrn: (Captain)! We gotta protect Lyria!

Imperial Captain: Ahhh... The thrill of facing Lieutenant Katalina in battle... I shiver at the prospect...

Katalina: (Captain)! Let's take him head on!

A Vow as Vast as the Sky: Scene 4

After taking care of the imperial captain, the crew return to the airship. Seeing the wounds Katalina has sustained for her sake, Lyria breaks down in tears. Katalina comforts her, and renews her vow to protect the girl from here on. A few days later, the group revisit an armor shop they had noticed a while back, and Lyria uses her savings to buy Katalina a new suit of armor as a present.

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Imperial Captain: Ahahaha... You really are... a strong one...

Imperial Captain: But... don't think you can defy the Empire and live on like this for much... longer...

Katalina: Feh... I'll take on as many of your ilk as I have to.

Evading the Imperial Soldiers, the group fled the area.

The party returned to the Airship, where Lyria tended to the injured Katalina.

Lyria: Katalina... You're covered in wounds.

Katalina: It's fine... As long as you're safe.

Lyria: Why is it... Why do you do so much for my sake?

Katalina: Why, you say? Well... I haven't given it much thought before, to be honest.

Inclining her head toward the sky, Katalina gave utterance to her feelings.

Katalina: Well... If I had to say...

Katalina: ...It's because I promised I'd show you the sky, Lyria.

Katalina smiled gently, a soft expression on her face.

Lyria: Uhn... sniff... sob... Katalinaaaa!

Katalina: Ha ha ha, there there. It's all right to cry if you're happy.

Katalina gently consoled the weeping Lyria.

Katalina: Lyria...

Lyria: ...Yeah?

Katalina: Before, you were saying I'd be more free without you... Something along those lines, right?

Lyria: Yes...

Katalina: But that's not true. This is the person I chose to be.

Katalina: So you see... The's nothing for you to worry about. Nothing at all.

Lyria: Yeah...

Katalina: Whatever happens from now on, I swear I'll protect you.

Lyria: Katalina. Thank you.

And thus, the fierce conflict with the imperial forces died down for the moment.

Some days later, at Lyria's insistence, the group revisited an armor shop they had seen before while shopping.

Lyria: Oh, look! You have to try on this one, at least. It'll suit you, Katalina!

Katalina: Well, I don't know... My armor serves me perfectly well, and I see no need for adjusting my attire...

Vyrn: Jeez, Katalina... you're so stubborn sometimes. What's wrong with a little change?

Lyria: Come on! Just try it on, for now!

And with those words, Lyria coerced Katalina into changing...

Katalina: Hm... yes... This armor is surprisingly easy to move in!

Katalina posed for the group, in a seemingly good mood.

Lyria: It really is! That's great!

Katalina: ...Uh! Wait a minute!

Katalina: (This armor... It's quite expensive...)

Lyria: Hee hee hee... You don't have to worry about the price!

Overflowing with pride, Lyria took out her piggy bank.

Katalina: What? Lyria! That's the money you've been trying so hard to save up all this time!

Lyria: That's right! I've been saving up... for your present, Katalina!

Katalina: Wh- what? You mean to tell me you've saved all your pocket money until now... for my present?

Lyria: Hee hee... well, actually, my savings alone weren't nearly enough, so...

Lyria: In the end, I got (Captain) and everyone in the crew to help out a little!

Vyrn: Lyria told us she wanted to buy a present for you...

Vyrn: ...so she asked us all to chip in!

Katalina: Thank you... Lyria.

Lyria: Once they heard it was for you, everyone was happy to contribute, Katalina!

Katalina: Is that right? Then I'll have to give my thanks to everyone in the crew...

Vyrn: Yeah! When they see your new armor, I bet they'll fall for you all over again!

Katalina: Ha ha ha! Vyrn, you're quite the little flatterer!

Vyrn: Huh? I'm not flattering you... You might not have noticed, but you're pretty popular with the guys, you know?

Katalina: Come now, Vyrn! If you keep this up, you won't be getting any apples for a while...

Vyrn: (Jeez... She'll never get a guy at this rate...)

Lyria: OK, let's unveil the new armor to everyone right away!

Katalina: Ah, er... could we perhaps, um... hold back on the unveiling for a little while?

Vyrn: Huh? Why's that?

Katalina: Well, I just have a few butterflies in my stomach, you see, and I think it would be far better to wait until I feel?

Lyria: It's fine, it's fine! It suits you perfectly!

Katalina: Y-you're being truthful, now? You're not just saying that?

1. Well, it DOES suit you...
2. What would your father say?

Choose: Well, it DOES suit you...

Katalina: Really? You didn't say that with a lot of conviction, though...

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Choose: What would your father say?

Katalina: Huh? What do you mean by that? Tell me at once!

Continue 1

Lyria: Come on, (Captain)! Don't play games with her!

Katalina: Ugh... So I was being made fun of, after all...

Lyria: Look, you should have more confidence in yourself, Katalina! Come on, let's go!

Katalina: O-OK, fine! Lyria! I can walk by myself, you know!

Vyrn: Hahaha! It's hard to tell which one's the guardian right now!

Pulled along by Lyria, Katalina proceeded toward the airship

In the end, Katlina's reservations proved groundless, as her new suit of armor was a big hit among the crew...

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For Whom the Sword Swings

Katalina has just finished having her weapon serviced and is on her way to meet Lyria, Farrah, and Vira at a cafe, when an imperial soldier confronts her. Katalina immediately readies her sword, but the soldier is suddenly struck down from behind by Katalina's former superior, Captain Galatea.

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Imperial Captain: Heh... Hehehe... I won't let you get away from me, Lieutenant.

Imperial Captain: You'll show it to me again, won't you? That icy beauty of yours in all its twisted glory.

Imperial Captain: Ah, yes... The sheen of pure ice shines brightest when smashed into pieces.

The Erste Empire has established a garrison within a forest, where one man is murmuring to himself as if in a trance.

This soldier of the imperial army used to worship Katalina, his former superior officer.

Although Lyria was briefly captured by the imperials, the crew quickly rescued her. The man has been plotting his revenge ever since.

Imperial Captain: What's the status of the replacement personnel and equipment I requisitioned?

Imperial Soldier 1: Sir! All active personnel have been reoutfitted.

Imperial Soldier 1: They are ready to be deployed to the front on your command.

Imperial Soldier 1: As for reinforcements, a company from the nearby expeditionary division is en route and should arrive by midday—

Messenger: Who's the CO here? I have an urgent message!

Imperial Captain: Calm down, son. I'm in charge. What's the message?

Messenger: Sir! There's a problem with the expeditionary division...

Imperial Captain: A problem? As in they can't send me reinforcements?

Messenger: Actually an insurgent escaped from the division, and they're asking for guidance on how to proceed...

Meanwhile in a town not too far away, the crew shops for supplies.

The resupply takes less time to finish than expected, so Katalina visits a blacksmith to have her weapon serviced.

Lyria, Farrah, and Vira decide to accompany Katalina back to the Grandcypher when she's done.

The three ladies wait for her at a cafe, swapping tall tales of the knight.

Vira: Heehee. Where do I even begin?

Vira: She was always turning heads whenever she walked through the halls of the academy.

Vira: That raw beauty of hers was a blend of danger, evanescence, and purity.

Vira: Chirping birds danced overhead, flowers burst into bloom as she walked past, and wilted branches sprang back to life.

Lyria: Gosh! It all sounds so magical!

Farrah: Oh, puh-leeze! How does beauty make flowers bloom or bring dead branches back to life!

Vira: I call it as I see it. Do you have a problem with that?

Farrah: Gulp. Well, if that's how it plays out inside your head, then I guess it's not my place to judge...

Farrah: But looks aren't the only thing Katalina has going for her!

Farrah starts into an anecdote of her own about Katalina's imperial army days.

Farrah: Just the sight of Katalina slicing and dicing monsters like a bladed whirlwind scared the fur off other monsters.

Farrah: I swear she even knocked out an airship-sized monster with a single punch!

Vira: Farrah. There's stretching the truth, and then there's what you just said.

Vira: Katalina is a skyfarer of refined elegance. She wouldn't stoop to such savagery.

Farrah: Well, I heard it with my own two ears. And you know for a fact no monster is a match for her!

Farrah: Ooor... Are you saying that Katalina would lose to a cowardly monster?

Vira: Tch... I'll concede to your point since you put it that way.

Lyria: Um...

Not wanting to fall behind her fellow Katalina admirers, Lyria weighs in.

Lyria: Sometimes I think Katalina can be real motherly.

Lyria: Her cooking always has such interesting colors, and it's tasty too!

Vira: ...

Farrah: ...

Lyria: H-hello?

Vira: Hahaha. You're too cute, Lyria.

Farrah: I love Katalina as much as anyone, but I'm going to have to say "no comment" about her cooking.

While Lyria and the others continue to fangirl over Katalina, the lady of the hour is walking through the streets in high spirits.

Katalina: Oops. That took longer than I'd planned.

Katalina: I feel bad for making Lyria and the others wait on me. I hope they found something to keep themselves busy.

Katalina: (I lost track of time chatting with the blacksmith. Old habits die hard.)

Katalina: (But this sword polish makes my blade absolutely radiant! And the design on the cross guard looks nearly brand new.)

Katalina: (This town has an amazing blacksmith. I'll be sure to make a recommendation to (Captain).)

Katalina gazes happily at her sword, but she jerks her head up when she notices someone standing in front of her.

Imperial Soldier 2: Former Lieutenant Katalina, I presume?

Katalina: An imperial!

Katalina leaps back in an instant, her sword leveled at the enemy.

Katalina: (They must be after Lyria. She should be with Vira and Farrah.)

Katalina: (Those two are capable of handling any soldiers that come their way.)

Katalina: (Good. That frees me up to fight here!)

Imperial Soldier 2: No! W-wait! I'm just here to talk!

Imperial Soldier 2: I know about the relationship between you and the captain. You might be able to do something about—

Imperial Soldier 2: Urgh!

Katalina: ...!

A blue blade sprinkled with red flecks sticks out of the soldier's body.

As the blade withdraws, the soldier's lifeless body clanks against the ground.

???: My, my. Did you really think you'd get away? But thanks for giving me an open shot at your back.

The killer, muttering with some incredulity, wipes the blood from her sword.

Katalina: Captain Galatea!

Galatea: If it isn't Katalina. Long time no see.

Katalina's eyes grow wide with shock at this unthinkable reunion.

On the opposite spectrum, Galatea's smile of utter delight shows just how much fun she's having.

For Whom the Sword Swings: Scene 2

While Farrah, Vira, and Lyria secretly tail Katalina and Galatea, Farrah tells the girls that Galatea had been assigned to an imperial expeditionary division because of her numerous questionable actions. Meanwhile Galatea and Katalina enjoy reminiscing about their army days, when they're suddenly surrounded by imperial soldiers.

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Katalina: Sorry to keep you waiting, Captain.

Galatea: Haha! Even you clean up well in a uniform. Imagine that.

Galatea: I see you have the "competent-but-way-too-serious" commissioned officer act down pat.

Katalina: Thank you, Captain.

Galatea: Come on, lighten up. I bet you've got a witty retort waiting to fly off the tip of your tongue.

Katalina: No, ma'am. I would not talk back to a superior officer in such a manner.

Galatea: Sigh... Yeah, that's not annoying at all. But I guess that's the good thing about you.

Galatea: That is to say, I'm not praising your blind obedience to the organization, understand?

Galatea: Your mouth might say one thing, but in your heart, you refuse to compromise your values.

Katalina: ...

Galatea: It's obvious you don't get hung up on the little things thanks to those bigger values you have to guide you.

Galatea: As well you shouldn't. Especially if you want to get off the battlefield in one piece with no regrets.

Katalina: Yes, ma'am. I will remember what you have taught me today.

Galatea: You've been reassigned to Pommern's unit.

Galatea: That old goat's uncompromising like you, but in a different way. Oh well. I hope you're not wasted on him.

Galatea: Anyway, I've still got some time until then to mold you some more.

Galatea: Up and at 'em. We've got a lot to get through if I'm going to teach you everything I know.

Galatea: Burn this stuff into your memory and your muscles so you don't even have to think about it when you need it most.

Katalina has run into someone she never thought she'd see again: her former superior officer, Galatea.

The two women move to an empty part of town where they won't attract the attention of pedestrians.

As it so happens, Lyria, Farrah, and Vira exit the cafe at just the right moment to spot Katalina and Galatea.

Sensing that something is awry, Vira and the girls tail them in secret.

Lyria: Katalina...

Vira: Who is that woman? Judging from her armor, she's probably with the empire.

Farrah: That's Captain Galatea. She was Katalina's instructor when she first joined the army.

Farrah: Galatea's easygoing but highly skilled. Katalina seemed to get along with her just fine.

Vira: Did she now? Farrah, can you tell me more about this captain?

Farrah: It's not like I know that much about her honestly.

Farrah: I heard she got assigned to an expeditionary division out in the boonies because of her numerous questionable actions.

Farrah: That division has a reputation as the go-to place for dumping soldiers with disciplinary issues.

Farrah: "Let sleeping dogs lie" seems to be the general idea when someone gets transferred there. No one ever hears from them again...

Vira: Regardless, this expeditionary division is still part of the imperial army.

Vira: The empire is chasing after Katalina, yet that woman seems to be cooperative. Why is that?

Farrah: Hm... I don't really know...

Farrah: Ah! What if Captain Galatea still sees Katalina as her precious subordinate!

Farrah: They have a special junior-senior bond that can't be broken! That's got to be it!

Vira: I find that really hard to believe...

Vira: Let's just keep observing them some more.

Lyria: (Katalina... I hope you're okay.)

Katalina: ...

Galatea: Why do you look like you're in the doghouse? This is a joyous occasion. How about giving me a warm smile for old times' sake?

Katalina: Captain, I...

Galatea: Oh. Let me guess: that soldier I stabbed was an acquaintance of yours?

Galatea: If so, then I'm sorry. He belonged to the expeditionary division—right up until he decided to join a mutiny and betray the army.

Galatea: I closed the net quickly on that revolt, but one fishy managed to slip through. Which led me here.

Katalina: Captain. You should know that I'm wanted by the empire as well.

Katalina decides to take a gamble. Ever cautious, she makes her intentions clear.

Katalina: If you've come to eliminate me, then I—

Galatea: Remember what I told you during your training days? The good thing about you is that you refuse to compromise on your values.

Galatea: I know about the fugitive girl incident. I don't even need to cite regulation. As far as the military is concerned, execution is the only thing you can look forward to.

Katalina: ...

Galatea: But you never gave in, did you?

Galatea: Even if it meant abandoning everything else, you couldn't leave her be. Am I right?

Katalina: Yes...

Galatea: Haha! Glad to hear it. That's peak Katalina for you.

Seeing Galatea smile in an upbeat fashion, Katalina finally feels comfortable enough to relax.

Galatea: But out of all the people you could've chosen, it ended up being her.

Galatea: Well, at least you found someone to protect.

Katalina: For me, Lyria and the crew are—

Galatea: Quiet. We have visitors.

Galatea barely finishes her order when a platoon of imperial soldiers appears around them.

Katalina: I can't believe I let my guard down. They have us surrounded.

As if that were his cue, the leader of the platoon steps toward the center of the circle.

Imperial Captain: I've been looking all over for you, Captain Galatea.

Galatea: Sigh... You're late, idiot.

Galatea shows no love for her fellow comrade.

Katalina can only watch in bewilderment at the contention unfolding inside this trap.

For Whom the Sword Swings: Scene 3

The commanding officer of the hostile imperials accuses Galatea of wiping out her entire unit the previous night. Galatea suddenly attacks Lyria, who is secretly watching from her hiding spot. Luckily (Captain) and the others arrive to hold off the imperials while Katalina engages Galatea.

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Katalina: Captain, please hear me out!

Katalina: I know these soldiers are our enemies, but their kingdom is surrendering to Erste.

Katalina: With this annexation, they will surely become law-abiding Erste citizens.

Katalina: Please reconsider having these prisoners of war executed.

Galatea: Spoken like a true greenhorn. You do understand that looks can be deceiving, don't you?

Galatea: These people will never be citizens of Erste. They're drifters of a fallen kingdom.

Galatea: Or are you suggesting we strip them of every last shred of love for their homeland too?

Galatea: Conquering lands is one thing; conquering hearts is another. Are you going to be the one to naturalize these prisoners?

Katalina: No, I... Not if that's what it entails...

Katalina: But why must they be sentenced to die?

Galatea: This is me showing them kindness, Katalina.

Galatea: For all intents and purposes, their kingdom is gone. But they still cling to remnants of the past.

Galatea: What do you think will happen if they can't let go of those memories? We'd have living ghosts on our hands.

Galatea: Regret rots the soul. It's easy to blame yourself when you fail to protect something,

Galatea: They will torment themselves day in and day out. You can't run from your own head unless you cut it off.

Katalina: There has to be another way!

Galatea: I'm offering them salvation. Otherwise despair will continue to gnaw away at their sanity.

Galatea: They failed in their duty as protectors, so this is where they will die.

Galatea: Our mortality is inescapable; we all die when we're supposed to. Living past that is meaningless. Absolutely. Meaningless.

Imperial soldiers form a perimeter around Galatea and Katalina.

Their commanding officer barks an order at Katalina.

Imperial Captain: Stay where you are, Lieutenant.

Imperial Captain: We are hunting down a traitor within our ranks. This has nothing to do with you.

Katalina: This must be a mistake! The captain dealt with said traitor just a moment ago—

Imperial Captain: Wrong. The traitor we're after is none other than Galatea herself.

Galatea: ...

Imperial Captain: Last night Galatea wiped out the company she was assigned to and fled.

Imperial Captain: To avoid further casualties, we were ordered to bring her in quickly.

Katalina: What is the meaning of this, Captain? Why would you do that?

Katalina looks at her former instructor with a mixture of horror, confusion, and disappointment, but Galatea simply smirks.

Galatea: If you want to know, I'll put it in terms even you can understand.

Suddenly Galatea points behind Katalina to a thicket of bushes.

Galatea: Say, Katalina. Isn't that the blue-haired girl peeping on us over there? The one you took off with?

Lyria: ...!

Katalina: Lyria!

Katalina: (Don't tell me Galatea—)

Suddenly a blue flash flies toward Lyria.

Katalina immediately intercepts Galatea's attack, blocking it with her sword.

Katalina: Guh!

Vira: Katalina!

Farrah: Katalina!

Galatea: Nice reflexes. You read my attack all the way. But then how else could you have beaten my speed?

Katalina: Why are you doing this, Captain!

Imperial Captain: Well, isn't this convenient? All troops capture the girl! We have strength in numbers!

Vyrn: Nope! Don't think so!

1. Are you all right?

Choose: Are you all right?

Vyrn: We started gettin' worried when you guys hadn't come back yet, but who could've seen this coming?

Katalina: (Captain)! Farrah! Vira! I'll leave the imperial soldiers to you!

Katalina: For whatever reason Captain Galatea is after me and Lyria!

For Whom the Sword Swings: Scene 4

Katalina and Galatea are locked in a stalemate until Galatea suddenly starts writhing in pain. She unleashes a powerful attack so ferocious that it breaks Katalina's sword and armor; the force of the blow knocks the skyfarer unconscious.

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In the midst of a huge free-for-all, Katalina and Galatea engage in a fierce back-and-forth of clashing steel.

Katalina: Lyria! Don't get separated from me!

Lyria: Okay!

Galatea: That's right. If you want to protect her, don't let her—

Galatea: ...!

Galatea: Cough... Hack...

Katalina: C-Captain?

Galatea suddenly stumbles and goes into convulsions. She groans in pain.

Galatea: Eeurgh...

Imperial Soldier 1: Got you!

An imperial seizes the moment to attack the weakened woman.

Imperial Soldier 1: Ugh!

Galatea: Huff... Huff...

Galatea slices through the soldier's armor straight down the middle without looking away from Katalina.

Katalina: What's happening to you?

Galatea: Aaaah!

Katalina: ...!

Galatea, as if she's possessed, swings her sword at Katalina.

The blow slams down on Katalina's sword with such force that one would think it came from a wild beast.

Katalina: Cough...

Lyria: Katalina!

The brutal power behind Galatea's attack shatters Katalina's sword and armor.

The shock of the attack rattles through her bones and knocks her unconscious.

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What I'd Wanted to Protect

The imperials chasing after Galatea discover that she had stolen a large supply of dark essence and absorbed it all, causing her to contract dark essence poisoning. Meanwhile a weakening Galatea continues to flee, but Farrah and Vira—wanting to protect Katalina—team up to stop her.

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Lyria: Katalina!

Katalina: ...!

Katalina: Huff... Huff...

Lyria: Katalina! Thank goodness you're awake!

Lyria: Can you move? Where does it hurt?

Katalina: Where am I?

Lyria: We're back at the town inn.

Lyria: You were knocked unconscious. The doctor said you had a concussion.

Lyria: And that you don't have any serious injuries other than that. I hope he's right...

Seeing Lyria's worried face puts Katalina at ease. She reaches out to stroke the girl's face.

Katalina: Yeah, I'm fine. I don't feel any pain.

Katalina: I'm sorry about what happened to the armor you saved up for so long to buy for me.

Looking around the room, Katalina spots the broken pieces of her sword and armor piled in a corner.

Katalina: (The captain's strike had such fearsome power behind it. I can't believe any person could do that.)

Katalina: So what happened after I blacked out?

Lyria: Galatea escaped while we were busy fighting the other soldiers.

Lyria: They said they had to go after her first, and then they left.

Katalina: I see. She's still out there.

Lyria: Mm-hm. Um... The soldiers also mentioned something else.

Lyria: They said she has dark essence poisoning.

Katalina: She's using dark essence?

Imperial Soldier 3: It seems Galatea has a severe case of dark essence poisoning.

Imperial Captain: Hm. That would explain the derangement and superhuman strength...

Back at the garrison, the captain listens to a situational report while examining documents issued by the imperial headquarters.

The soldiers of the expeditionary division had been assigned to make incursions into new territories.

What they didn't know was that they were secretly being exposed to dark essence as part of an ongoing experiment.

Imperial Captain: Their dosage was intentionally kept low to avoid raising suspicion.

Imperial Captain: But somehow Galatea discovered what was happening. After seizing the dark essence, she absorbed a large amount of it.

Imperial Captain: Perhaps that caused the earlier episode of havoc and chaos.

Imperial Soldier 3: Not only does she excel at combat, but she's incredibly smart too, or so I've heard.

Imperial Soldier 3: That's what I don't get. She must have known taking in that much dark essence is basically suicide.

Imperial Captain: Oh, I have a feeling she knew what it would amount to.

Imperial Soldier 3: So you're saying?

Imperial Captain: ...

Galatea: Huff... Huff...

Imperial Soldier 4: I found her! Over here!

Imperial Soldier 4: Surrender yourself, traitor!

Galatea: Shut up!

Imperial Soldier 4: ...!

Galatea easily dispatches the imperials coming after her.

However, the excessive amount of dark essence has sapped much of her body's strength.

Galatea: Cough... Cough...

Galatea: Damn it... Was it always this cold?

Galatea: I bet this is how that kid must have felt too in her final moments.

Two voices call out from behind the beleaguered officer.

Vira: Looks like you're not doing too well.

Farrah: Drop your weapon! If it's Katalina you're after, you'll have to answer to us!

Galatea: Mm?

Two normally opposing rivals set aside their differences to confront a common enemy.

But as far as the hostile knight is concerned, she has already traded her life for something that goes beyond humanity.

What I'd Wanted to Protect: Scene 2

Galatea is about to finish off Farrah and Vira, but she's interrupted by Katalina and the crew. When questioned by Katalina, Galatea confesses the reason for her current mental state: she had abandoned her younger sister to save herself from enemy soldiers, and her guilt has sent her down a path of self-destruction. She challenges Katalina to one final duel.

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Farrah and Vira are battling Galatea without much success.

Vira: Haaah!

Galatea: Humph.

Vira: Agh!

Farrah: Don't count me out, or you'll regret it!

Galatea: I remember seeing you with the new recruits. I'm guessing you left the empire too?

Farrah: That's right! I quit the army, and now I'm traveling the skies with Katalina!

Galatea: I see. That's for the best.

Galatea: With your level of training, you wouldn't last a single campaign!

Farrah: Waugh!

Galatea's kick catches Farrah unawares, leaving the young fighter vulnerable.

Vira: Luminiera! Protect Farrah!

Luminiera: ...!

Galatea: Wrong move.

Vira: She's fast!

Vira: Oof...

Galatea whips around and knocks Vira cold with a single blow.

Galatea: Time to end this.

Farrah: Ngh... I'm disappointed in myself.

Farrah rushes over to where Vira lies on the ground. The least she can do, thinks Farrah, is try to protect her rival.

Galatea: I see you've got moxie. Too bad there's no skill to back it up.

Farrah: You think you're so big, but you're gonna be sorry for not taking me seriously!

Farrah: Katalina taught me never to give up being someone's shield no matter what happens!

Galatea: That's a good lesson. I certainly never taught her that.

Galatea: Let's have some fun then.

Katalina: I think you've had enough fun.

Lyria: Farrah! Vira!

1. Step away from our friends!

Choose: Step away from our friends!

Galatea turns toward the new voices. She sees Katalina, who is clad in new armor, and (Captain).

Katalina: Those two are very important to me. I won't let you hurt them anymore.

Galatea: Aw, but you know how much I enjoy whipping rookies into shape.

Katalina keeps a watchful eye on Galatea while the crew moves Farrah and Vira somewhere safe.

Katalina: Captain... What happened to you?

Katalina: I know you don't care much for military regulations.

Katalina: But I never once doubted your resolve to serve and protect the empire and its citizens. So why are you doing this?

Galatea: You think I wanted to serve and protect?

Galatea: Hah. You've had it all wrong from the start.

Galatea: I couldn't do anything that day. I failed to protect her.

Galatea: From that day on I was destined to become what I am now.

There once was a city turned battlefield. Not one section of the city had escaped destruction.

Young Voice: Sister? Where are you, Sister?

Galatea strains to hear where the voice is coming from amid the ravaged buildings.

Young Galatea: (I hear her. She's still alive.)

Young Voice: It's dark and scary. Where are you?

Young Voice: Cough, cough... Are you there, Sister? Please say something...

Young Galatea: (I have to save her. I can't let her die.)

Young Galatea: (Mom and Dad are gone, so now it's up to me!)

Young Galatea: ...!

That's when Galatea hears the unmistakable march of approaching jackboots.

Young Galatea: (Mom said our country lost. Those voices must belong to...)

Young Voice: Sister... Sniff... Sister, please...

Young Voice: Can't you hear me? I'm right here... I'm right here...

Young Galatea: (I have to save her!)

Young Voice: Why won't you help me?

Young Galatea: (Come on! Move, move, move! She's all the family I have left!)

Soldier: Hey! Some brat made it out alive! Take her away!

Young Galatea: Eek!

Young Galatea: Aaaaah!

Young Galatea breaks into a run, heading in the opposite direction of the voice that was begging for help.

Young Galatea: (No, no, no! It wasn't my fault!)

Young Galatea: (They'd have killed me if I didn't run! I know they would've!)

Young Galatea: (And now she's probably...)

Young Galatea: (No! I'm not a bad person! I'm not!)

Young Galatea: (I just—)

Galatea: Cough, cough...

Galatea: I was supposed to die that day. It was supposed to be my grave.

Galatea: Laugh at me all you want. I can't take it anymore.

Galatea: I've always been ready for the day of my death!

Galatea's blue blade is stained with her own blood of regret. She's ready to end it all in the battle ahead.

What I'd Wanted to Protect: Scene 3

Katalina bests Galatea and suggests that she come along with the crew for a while. The imperials seize this opportunity to stab Galatea. A severely injured Galatea bequeaths Murgleis to Katalina, who vows by her sword to protect everything important to her. She prepares to open a path through the imperials surrounding them.

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Katalina: Haaah!

Galatea: Aaaah!

Two swords collide with all the weight of their wielders behind them.

Trusting in Katalina's determination, the crew silently watches the battle unfold.

Lyria: (Katalina...)

Galatea: You haven't lost a step! Becoming a skyfarer has done wonders for your skills!

Katalina: ...

Galatea: Don't disappoint me now! You survived a gauntlet to get this far. Show me that payoff!

Just like the time Galatea fought Farrah and Vira, she lets loose a surprise kick.

Galatea: What!

This time, however, Galatea's kick whiffs, snagging only Katalina's flowing mantle.

Galatea: Damn it!

Realizing her mistake, Galatea immediately tries to dodge.

Katalina: It's over, Captain.

Galatea: Ngh!

But Galatea is too slow. The tip of Katalina's sword is pointed right at her neck.

Katalina: Your body is too damaged by dark essence poisoning.

Katalina: I'd hate to see my former instructor pass away before my very eyes.

Katalina: Now that you're wanted by the empire, why don't you travel with us for a little while?

Galatea: ...

Galatea: Katalina, you—

Galatea: Guh!

Katalina: Captain!

Suddenly a blade from out of nowhere penetrates the folds of Galatea's armor.

Red streaks drip down the back of Galatea's armor, while imperial soldiers come out of hiding.

Imperial Soldier 5: Hah! We got the traitor!

Imperial Captain: Excellent. Now all that's left is the lieutenant and the girl.

Katalina: Damn you!

Imperial Soldier 5: Gwah!

Katalina: Captain! Speak to me!

Galatea: Cough, cough...

Galatea: This is how it should be...

Galatea: I told you I welcome my own end.

Galatea: I made up my mind long ago to live on for the girl I couldn't save.

Galatea: But the more I struggled, the louder her pleas haunted me.

Galatea: No matter how hard I tried to shut it out, I could still hear her begging to be saved.

Galatea: Ironic, isn't it? She's the reason I can't let myself die, and the reason I can't go on living.

Galatea's shaking hands pick up Murgleis. She gives the blue blade to Katalina.

Katalina: Captain Galatea...

Galatea: If you're worthy of protecting something, prove it. Don't let what's important to you get away.

Galatea: And maybe you can make up for a coward like me who only knew how to run away...

Galatea's words become slurred as she slowly closes her eyes.

Lyria: Galatea...

Katalina: It's okay. It's faint, but she's still breathing.

Vyrn: There's even more of these empire punks compared to last time.

Katalina: We have to cut a path through this blockade.

Gripping the inherited sword tightly in one hand, Katalina firmly embraces Lyria in the other.

Katalina: Lyria, (Captain), and the rest of you. Don't ever leave my side.

Katalina: You're all irreplaceable to me. I can't bear to lose any one of you.

Katalina: When Captain Galatea entrusted me with this sword, I also inherited her memories, good and bad.

Katalina: So I promise on this blue blade.

Katalina: I'll protect everything dear to me to the very end!

What I'd Wanted to Protect: Scene 4

The crew break through the imperial blockade and escape to the Grandcypher, where they tend to Galatea's wounds. They fly to her hometown at her request to visit a memorial constructed for her sister and other war victims. Galatea laments her inability to protect anything, but Katalina reassures her that the former captain's teachings have meaning; Katalina promises to protect everyone, including those Galatea wished she could have protected.

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Thanks to Katalina's relentless assault, the crew is able to break through the imperials' blockade and return to the airship.

They bring Galatea with them and tend to her stab wound.

They later land on a certain island at Galatea's request.

Katalina: Can you walk? You're still recovering—

Galatea: Sorry, but it's pointless to worry about someone in their final moments. I'll crawl if I have to.

Katalina: Captain...

They make small talk as they walk before finally arriving at a small stone monument.

Lyria: Is this...

Galatea: A gravestone of sorts. Probably not my sister's though.

Galatea: After my hometown was destroyed, it was erected to soothe the souls of the victims.

Galatea: This simple memorial is probably all that's left of her.

Galatea: I've actually never been back since. Like a moth avoiding mothballs, I was afraid to get anywhere near this place.

Galatea: This is where you laugh, you know. Oh, how the mighty "Mad Dog" Galatea has fallen.

Katalina: ...

Galatea looks at the memorial with loneliness but also relief.

Galatea: I got to do what I wanted to do. Even if some of those actions were beyond questionable.

Galatea: But as I come to the end of the road, I realize I couldn't save a single person. Not even myself.

Katalina: You're wrong about that, Captain.

Katalina: The knowledge you imparted, the feelings in your heart, and the sword you've given me watch over me as we speak.

Katalina: And in return I will protect everyone, including those you always wanted to protect.

Galatea: Haha... I couldn't ask for anything better. Honestly it's more than I deserve.

Galatea gazes up into the sky as if she's found closure.

A guardian's duty is never over. With newfound drive and purpose, Katalina will continue to safeguard the crew as their journey goes on.

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Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription.	EnglishThis is an official translation.
ここは私に任せろ！	Leave this to me!
安らかに…散れ…	May you go in peace...
私の仲間には指一本触れさせん！	You won't lay a finger on my friends!
ふふっ、いい鎧だルリア、ありがとう	Heheh, what sturdy armor this is. Thank you, Lyria.
悪いが道をあけてもらおうか	Sorry, but could you make way for us?
さぁ…次の相手は？	Well now, who's next?
敵は片付いたみんな無事か？	The enemies are gone. Everyone okay?
さぁ、行こう空の果てへ	Now let's go! To the end of the skies!
(主人公)…改めてルリアを頼むよ	(Captain)... As always, please watch over Lyria.
私が(主人公)の剣となろう	(Captain), I'll be your sword!

Other Appearances

Shadowverse

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Unevolved	Ward. Cannot receive more than 3 damage at a time.
	The day I freed Lyria... That's when I vowed to protect her with everything I have.

Evolved	(Same as the unevolved form.)
	It was a mistake to ally myself with the empire... You can throw whatever you like at me, but I won't let you lay a finger on Lyria!

Class	Neutral
Trait	–
Card Pack	Brigade of the Sky
SV Portal	Katalina, Sky Guardian

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