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Official Profile

Age 19
Height 143 cm
Race Draph
Hobbies Reading, flower fortune telling
Likes Taking care of her piglets, going to hot springs
Dislikes SeizaJapanese traditional formal way of sitting., coldness

Character Release
彼女が持つ巨大な竹筒のような道具は、「猪突・上宝沁金ノ撃槍」という神器で、亥神に選ばれた者は毎年これを用いた「厄砕き」の儀を行うのがならわし。
しかしクビラは亥神としての、とあるコンプレックスを抱えており……?

そんな彼女の秘密が明らかになるフェイトエピソードでは、他にも主人公達や羊神宮のアニラ、猿神宮のアンチラと共に街へショッピングに出かける場面も描かれます。
里での修行に明け暮れる日々を過ごしてきたクビラにとって、活気あふれる街は初めての体験!
元気いっぱいのアンチラに振り回されながらも、持ち前の責任感の強さと、10人いる弟と妹の面倒を見てきた長女としての姉みを発揮して、初めてのショッピングに挑む彼女の奮闘にご期待下さい!
グランブルーファンタジーに、新たな姉がまた一人……

Character Release
2018年の締めくくりに登場した十二神将が一人、北北西を守護する亥神宮の主クビラが、お役目納めの光属性Sレアキャラクターとして登場!

服装も、いつもの十二神将の衣装から一転、冬らしいコーデにチェンジ。
フェイトエピソードでは、クビラが主人公達や今ドキのファッションに詳しいクロエと一緒に、商店街でその服を選んだ時の出来事が語られます。
みんなで来たのに「服は自分だけで選びたい」と、ひとり売り場に向かっていったクビラの様子を見て、クロエは「クビラ姉が欲しぃのはォトメの勝負服!」とピッカンくるのですが……それマ……?

Source [1] [2] [3] [4]
* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.

Age 19歳
Height 143cm
Race ドラフ
Hobbies 読書、花占い
Likes ウリ坊達の世話、温泉に入ること
Dislikes 正座、寒さ

Character Release
彼女が持つ巨大な竹筒のような道具は、「猪突・上宝沁金ノ撃槍」という神器で、亥神に選ばれた者は毎年これを用いた「厄砕き」の儀を行うのがならわし。
しかしクビラは亥神としての、とあるコンプレックスを抱えており……?

そんな彼女の秘密が明らかになるフェイトエピソードでは、他にも主人公達や羊神宮のアニラ、猿神宮のアンチラと共に街へショッピングに出かける場面も描かれます。
里での修行に明け暮れる日々を過ごしてきたクビラにとって、活気あふれる街は初めての体験!
元気いっぱいのアンチラに振り回されながらも、持ち前の責任感の強さと、10人いる弟と妹の面倒を見てきた長女としての姉みを発揮して、初めてのショッピングに挑む彼女の奮闘にご期待下さい!
グランブルーファンタジーに、新たな姉がまた一人……

Character Release
2018年の締めくくりに登場した十二神将が一人、北北西を守護する亥神宮の主クビラが、お役目納めの光属性Sレアキャラクターとして登場!

服装も、いつもの十二神将の衣装から一転、冬らしいコーデにチェンジ。
フェイトエピソードでは、クビラが主人公達や今ドキのファッションに詳しいクロエと一緒に、商店街でその服を選んだ時の出来事が語られます。
みんなで来たのに「服は自分だけで選びたい」と、ひとり売り場に向かっていったクビラの様子を見て、クロエは「クビラ姉が欲しぃのはォトメの勝負服!」とピッカンくるのですが……それマ……?

Source [1] [2] [3] [4]

Background

Events

Trivia

Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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Happy birthday. I'm glad we get to celebrate your special day together.
Let me take a breath... Phew... We only get to have this day once a year, so I have something I want to say.
Honestly, I'm really glad I came on this adventure with you.
I never imagined I would be on a journey with anyone.
And yet, here I am, having so many new experiences. It's all thanks to you.
Hah. And now I can't imagine my future not traveling with you.
I can't wait to celebrate your birthday again next year.
Haha... Sorry, I'm being weird right now.
Thanks for everything you've done so far, (Captain).

2

Kumbhira: Haha... (Captain), happy birthday!
There's just something so mellow about this all that I can't help but smile.
I guess deep down, I'm really happy we get to celebrate such an important day for you.
Hamward: Squeeaal!
Kumbhira: Ahaha, even Hamward's a bundle of joy.
Thomboar: Squee-squeal!
Kumbhira: That's right. We owe so much to (Captain).
Pigchelle: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Hm? You guys think we should do anything (Captain) asks? Great idea!
So, (Captain), me and the piglets are gonna do whatever you ask us to do. Be it cooking, cleaning, a massage, or anything else...
We're gonna make this the best birthday you've ever had, (Captain)!

3

Happy birthday. I'm always happy to celebrate your birthday, (Captain).
I made you some cake. Though I did have some help from crew members who are better at this sort of thing.
The way the candlelight flickers is so beautiful...
It somehow reminds me of the incredible friends I've made in the crew.
I can't thank you enough, (Captain)...
For shining a light into my life and letting me join you in your travels.
Huh... It's embarrassing to actually put it into words...
W-would you stop gazing at my face already! Why don't you go ahead and blow out the candles?

4

(Captain)! Um... Can you show me your hand, please?
Oh, I didn't mean hold them up like that! Ugh... This isn't exactly going according to plan. Sorry, forget what I said and let me start again!
Ahem. Say, are you interested in stuff like palm reading?
I've been reading some books on it recently, so I can do a bit of palm reading. Do you want to try?
Choose: Sure.
(Captain) nods and puts out a hand.
O-okay, I'll take a look then.
Kumbhira grasps (Captain)'s hand and pulls it closer to herself.
Then, she reaches into her pocket and fishes out a small package, placing it in (Captain)'s outstretched hand.
Happy birthday! This is a present from me.
The plan wasn't actually palm reading... I just wanted to give you this present.
Ahaha... Sorry it didn't work out so well.
I wanted to give you a surprise, but I ended up getting really nervous.
I don't know anything about palm reading... But I'm always wishing you happiness, so I'm sure you have the best of luck!
Oh, that's not what palm reading's about? Now that I think about it... you might be right.
I-in any case! Happy birthday! That's all!

5

Happy birthday, (Captain). I'm so lucky to get to celebrate with you again this year.
Here, I made you a bouquet. I picked the flowers at a florist while thinking about you.
Hehe... Remember when I was totally into flower fortune-telling?
Whenever I didn't have the courage to decide something on my own, I'd just pick up a flower. But not anymore.
I seem more confident now? I guess that might be the case.
It's not only that—whenever I'm with you, I don't feel the need to let fate decide for some reason.
Ahaha... It's kind of embarrassing, but just let me explain, okay?
I'm truly glad I met you, (Captain). And I feel this more with each and every passing day.
I'm still learning a lot about myself, but I'm forever grateful to have you by my side as I grow.

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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Happy New Year, (Captain).
Ah, the start of a new year. I'd better think of a resolution...
But, wait a minute, what's that large box for?
Wh-whoa! Paper, pencils, tic-tac-toe boards, pin-the-tail on the donkey, fireworks, a ball, and playing cards...
(Captain), it looks like your resolution is to play as many games as possible.
Hehe. I like it. I'll play with you.
But watch out. I've had plenty of practice playing these kinds of games with my brothers and sisters, so I'm pretty good.
So, which one should we start with?

2

What an impressive shrine. Look at all the visitors today.
It always gets so busy at the Boar Temple when it comes time for New Year's.
Sigh... I hope everyone's okay back there...
All right, I've decided!
I'm going to pray that everyone at the Boar Temple makes it through New Year's okay.
Wha? Shouldn't you pray for yourself before you pray for me?
Ahaha... Maybe we can try offering two prayers.

3

We made it up the mountain fairly quickly, so there's still time before sunrise.
Are you sleepy? We've been climbing in the dark for a while...
I have hot coffee in my canteen if you want some.
Or would you like to take a nap? I brought a sleeping bag just in case we arrived early.
Don't worry about monsters. I'll keep a lookout and wake you up when it's time.
Ahaha... Is that too much? Sorry, I was so excited I couldn't help but come overprepared.
You want to drink the coffee together? Okay, that sounds good.
We can take our time and reminisce about the past year while we wait.

4

(Captain)! Happy New Year!
Hm? Oh, this? I wanted to do some calligraphy for the new year, so I'm gathering the supplies for that.
I haven't decided what to write yet, so I'm thinking of just writing whatever comes to mind when I look at the paper...
Wait, I know!
Kumbhira comes up with an idea and begins to move her brush across the paper.
There... Done!
I ended up writing... "Badminton"!
I suddenly remembered I wanted to play badminton with you on New Year's Day, so that's what I wrote.
Hehe. Will you play with me? And of course, whoever loses gets their face doodled on!

5

Ahaha... "A little luck," huh? Well, I guess I can't complain too much.
Wait, did you get the same thing, (Captain)?
What do you say we combine our fortunes for lots of luck then?
Hehe, just kidding. For these types of things, it's all about attitude, you know?
(At least, that's what I've been telling myself lately.)
Hm? Oh, nothing! Just talking to myself, haha...
Now then, shall we head back to the Grandcypher? I'd say we're all already due for at least one afternoon of lazing around!

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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Handmade, ready-made... Handmade, ready-made...
Kumbhira is holed up in the hallway, plucking the petals off of a flower.
Ah! (Captain)!
Mmm... You didn't hear anything! I was just, um, doing a little bit of self fortune-telling.
(Mm... Looks like I didn't need to buy chocolates after all...)
Heh, um... I tried making these chocolates for you.
You're always doing your best for us, so I made them with love.
I even asked Lyria and Vyrn what your favorite flavors are...
So, um, please take them.
Thanks.
I hope you like them, (Captain).

2

(Captain), here's your Valentine's gift: homemade chocolates.
Andira had such a big grin on her face when I had her try one out, so I'm feeling pretty confident about these.
I came to you this year with only homemade ones on-hand.
I figured my feelings—gratitude and all—would get through to you better that way...
Anyway, I really put my heart into making these, so I hope you enjoy them.

3

(Captain), happy Valentine's. I have some chocolate for you this year too.
I'm a little better at making these now...
Though I still can't help but worry that they might not turn out too great...
What's more is the incredible warmth I feel in making them.
Whether it's buying the ingredients, heating the oven, or preparing the packaging...
I think of your face and an uplifting sensation washes over me...
Ahaha... Sorry. It's hard to put into words.
Maybe the chocolate itself will do a better job of explaining my feelings... Or maybe not...

4

Happy Valentine's, (Captain). I made chocolate for you again!
I'm pretty sure that it turned out nicely this year. And not just the taste—I'm proud of how it looks too.
Thanks for always looking out for me. I hope we'll get to spend even more time together!
Hehe. I don't know who came up with the idea of giving chocolate on Valentine's Day...
But I think it's a wonderful custom. After all, it's important to express your feelings directly sometimes.
I hope I can continue giving you chocolate next year, next next year, and in the years after that too.

5

Um... Here, (Captain)! I made you Valentine's Day chocolates.
The shape? I guess they're heart-shaped-ish, it being Valentine's Day and all.
I mean—Andira was saying this shape would be best to put my feelings into, and so...
A-and by feelings, I mean, um, appreciation and wanting you to be happy! You know, right?
N-not to say that a typical Valentine's Day heart-shaped chocolate doesn't have its own merits—
Oh, geez. What am I even saying anymore?
A-anyway, no more questions! I just... hope you'll like them, okay?

Gift
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White Day Cutscenes
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Kumbhira: (Captain), is something going on today? Everyone seems on edge.
Huh? It's White Day?
What! You're giving this to me? To thank me for Valentine's Day?
Are you sure?
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Hamward! What have I told you about coming out without telling me!
Choose: Ah! You're hampy!
Kumbhira: H-hey! You know I hate that word!
Mm... But thanks.
I'll try harder on next year's Valentine's Day gift.

2

Kumbhira: This is to pay me back for Valentine's? Thanks, (Captain)!
This small package is for all the little boars? You went through the extra trouble...
Piglets: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Hey, don't just jump out like that!
Haha, I guess we can make a special exception for today. (Captain) deserves all the thanks we can give him.

3

Kumbhira: (Captain)? Did you have something to tell me?
Huh? Ah, today's White Day!
Okay, stop it right there! Just gimme a sec!
Guys!
Piglets: Squee!
Kumbhira: Whew... Thanks, (Captain)! This makes me so happy!
Choose: What was that for just now?
Kumbhira: Well, it gets embarrassing going hampy every year...
I thought I'd put a stop to that by calling the piglets out first.
Huh, you forbid me from doing that next year?
But why!
Mrg... You can be such a tease, (Captain)...

4

Kumbhira: A present... in return for Valentine's? You made something for me, (Captain)?
Thank you so much! I really want to treasure these, so I'll eat them sparingly.
Hm? Oh yeah, I did say before that Valentine's is a nice custom, didn't I?
Choose: I'm glad giving back is a custom too.
(Captain) thanks Kumbhira for always being there.
Kumbhira: Oh, (Captain)!
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Choose: You're hampy!
Kumbhira: Ooh, you know how embarrassed that makes me... Meanie.

5

Kumbhira: Are these for me—as thanks for Valentine's Day? Did you make these yourself?
They're... They're heart-shaped!
Choose: Thanks for everything.
Kumbhira: Wow... You really put your all into these, didn't you?
Thomboar: Squee!
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Pigchelle: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Ahaha... I knew they'd be going hampy again.
But you know what? It's not embarrassing to me anymore.
If all they're doing is letting you know that I'm happy, how bad could that be?
Thank you, (Captain).
Thomboar: Squee-squee!
As if to compliment Kumbhira's smiling expression, the piglets continue to squeal merrily.

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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(Captain), I'm hooome...
Choose: Trick or treat!
Haha, sorry. I'm all out of candy.
Wasn't I just out to buy some more, you ask?
Yeah, but on my way home I saw so many trick-or-treaters, and I handed it all out.
You have to play a prank on me because I couldn't give you any candy?
Well, do what you must. But go easy on me.

2

(Captain)! Trick or treat!
There! For the first time in my life, I got to say "trick or treat"!
Since we never celebrated Halloween back in my village, it felt really hectic last year handing out candy to children...
Oh, it looks like you don't have any treats, (Captain). That must mean you're prepared for a trick.
I suppose now's a good time as any to try out the tickling antics that Anila taught me...
...
Why do I find myself hesitating now that it's actually time to do it...
Here goes...
Kumbhira bashfully pokes (Captain) on the cheek.
Th-that's my trick...

3

H-Happy Halloween... Squee... Are you having fun, (Captain)?
Trick or squee-squee! Give me a squee, or I play a trick on you!
Choose: Are you feeling okay?
Er... I'm just acting the part of my piglets...
When I told Andira about how I forgot to prepare a costume, she said this'd be a good way to get through Halloween...
What do you think?
Huh? You won't answer the question unless I ask in piglet-speak?
Really now, (Captain)! You're such a tease!

4

Kumbhira is sitting in a room on the Grandcypher, knife in hand as she carves a pumpkin into a decorative piece.
Kumbhira: Hehe. How do you like riding in a pumpkin carriage, Hamward?
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Thomboar: Squee, squee!
Kumbhira: Don't worry, I'll be making yours next, Thomboar.
Pigchelle: Squee-squeeee?
Kumbhira: Ahaha. Yeah, little Kumbhira would've loved this.
How I'd wished I was a princess riding in a pumpkin carriage...
Thomboar: Squee-squee?
Kumbhira: Hm? What about now? Hmm... I guess I don't wish that anymore.
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Hehe, you might be right. Now, the Grandcypher... is all that I wish for.
Yep.
Kumbhira smiles softly and continues carving skillfully away at the pumpkin in front of her.

5

(Captain) approaches Kumbhira as she plays with the piglets.
Choose: Trick or treat!
Thomboar: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Ahaha, it looks like Thomboar's fine with just tricks, (Captain). Looks like he's been itching to play with you anyway.
The captain gives the piglet a playful squeeze before administering a healthy dose of nuzzling and petting.
Thomboar: Squee...
Kumbhira: Must be nice, Thomboar.
Uh, I mean—
Choose: Someone feeling left out?
Oh, I didn't mean it like that! Sorry, that totally came out wrong, I just—
What I meant to say was, uh...
I don't have any treats either, so you can play tricks on me too...

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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Kumbhira: (Captain), welcome back. And happy holidays. Where were ya?
Just buying some stuff for tonight's feast? I see. Glad you're back.
Was it cold outside? Here, my little piglets will help warm you up.
Piglets: Squee!
Kumbhira: Hehe. Sit beside me so they can warm us both up.

2

Ah, (Captain)... The holiday party sure is lively. Are you enjoying yourself?
Huh? You called out to me because you saw me all alone in the corner over here?
Ahaha... Sorry if I made you worry.
To be honest, I'm feeling a bit anxious right now...
We have the entire crew gathered here, but there's there so many people I've never spoken to. It might be too lively for me...
Eep! (Captain)? What are you suddenly grabbing my hand for?
We're going to leave the party to take it easy in your room?
But if you're not here, the party—
With a smile, (Captain) puts a finger to Kumbhira's lips before leading her to the exit.
(Oh, what do I do... I really don't want to stand out...)
(Please don't come out now, Hamward!)

3

Wow... These are all ornaments for the tree?
Candies, socks, ribbons, sparkling orbs... Everything's so pretty, I don't know what to choose.
We had a tree in my village, but we hung amulets and paper strips instead.
Ahaha... I'm starting to think we had the wrong idea.
Oh, but we at least put a proper star on top.
My brothers and sisters always fought over who got to do it, so I've never actually done it myself...
What? You'll let me be the one to place the star?
Hehe... I appreciate it, but isn't it a big responsibility? Kind of makes me nervous...
Oh! How about we do it together? That way I can relax a little bit.
Would that be all right?

4

Wow, I didn't realize it was snowing outside! What a beautiful winter wonderland.
Brr... It's romantic and all, but really cold out here... At this rate, we might freeze before we make it back to the Grandcypher.
Oh, the tip of your nose is getting red, (Captain). Just like a reindeer, hehe. Cute.
Huh? Mine's getting red too? Ahaha... Guess we'll just have to hog the fireplace when we get back.
Hehe. It really is chilly today...
But it's strange how even though it's so cold outside, when we're together like this, my heart feels really warm.
And it's not just with anyone... I only feel this way when I'm with you, (Captain).
Huh? Even my cheeks are red now? Y-you don't have to say it out loud! It's so embarrassing...

5

Phew... That should just about do it for cleanup.
Some party, huh? It was so lively up until just a moment ago... and now it's just the two of us. It feels a little strange, doesn't it?
Choose: Here... This is for you.
(Captain) presents Kumbhira with a neatly-wrapped gift box.
Huh? Is this... for me?
Choose: Just a little token of appreciation.
Thank you so much! I actually have something for you too, (Captain).
I, um, knit you a scarf. The craftsmanship might be a bit shoddy, but it should still keep you warm!
Still, what a coincidence that we'd both exchange gifts with each other at the same time, huh?
Hehe... I guess some feelings just transcend words, huh? Thanks again, (Captain).

Fate Episodes

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An Outfit of My Own

Kumbhira attempts to pick out new clothes for herself, which she hopes will convey to her village how much she's grown. Horrified by her fashion sense, Chloe and the crew convince Kumbhira to let them coordinate her outfit, saying it will better show off the new friendships she's gained.



Kumbhira: S-sooo, like, thanks for coming, y'all?
Kumbhira: Umm... I'm gonna find an outfit that's, like, totally killer. Y'all better be ready for this...
Chloe: Oh. My. Bahamut. You're adorbs. (*´∀`)
Like, so totes adorbs. Wow, Kumbhira. You're a natural. lol
It's winter, and the last days of the year are slinking away.
Year-end sales are going on. So when Kumbhira mentions she wants new clothes, the crew quickly decides to drop by the shopping district.
Leading the pack is Chloe. She's not one to miss a sale, so she's offered to guide Kumbhira and friends through the wonderful world of bargain-hunting.
Kumbhira: I-I can't do this anymore. I must not have enough "vibes."
Kumbhira: Mm... I just thought that, you know, if I copied Chloe's mannerisms, I'd eventually pick up her fashion sense, but...
Vyrn: You're pretty into this. Look at all those fashion magazines you bought. Are you that set on becoming a snappy dresser?
Kumbhira: N-not exactly. I mean, it's important to be prepared, right?
Kumbhira hugs several magazines closer to her chest. Their covers feature young women in prismatic outfits, who peep out from between Kumbhira's arms.
Chloe: Aaactually, Kumbhira, aren't you, like, already a fashion guru? Like, what are you doing copying me?
Chloe: Check it, girl. You look cute and cool and, like, kinda heroic? And literally all at the same time... That's some pretty kick-ass taste, don't you think? (*´艸`)
Kumbhira: Thanks. I didn't pick these clothes out myself, but I do like them.
Kumbhira: They were passed down to me from my predecessor, the previous divine boar. She poured her heart and soul into making them apparently.
Chloe: What? Um, seriously? Was your predecessor a total party animal? Forget divine general—she must have been, like, divinity itself.
Chloe: Wait, doesn't that mean you're also, like, the divine guardian of partying? (*・ε・*)
Kumbhira: Wha? Um, no, I don't think—
Chloe: Yaaas! I am, like, so exciteeed! ヾ(≧ー≦)ゞ
Soo... What's the crazy-strong divine boar gonna wear on her days off? Are we gonna go lacy? Or total punk?
Chloe: Yeah. I can't wait anymore. (・`ω´・)
We're going in, girl. Like, now.
Kumbhira: Hold on! The magazines are slipping!
Chloe grabs hold of Kumbhira's arms, and they race down the bustling streets.
Chloe: We're heeere! (≧ω≦)
Let me tell you—this shop is the best. You can get, literally, your full outfit here.
Chloe: But first, what's our game plan? Where do we even start?
Chloe: I mean, I like to browse the luxury brands first—you know, just to get in the mood? Then I go in for the sparkles, 'cause that's what I love and—
Kumbhira: Hey, um, Chloe? I think I'm going to go alone...
Chloe: Whaaat? Aww, tell me why, girl. (´゚д゚`)
Like, won't it be funner with all of us?
Kumbhira: Umm... Today, I have to do this alone. I just have to.
Vyrn: Hmm... Looks like she has her reasons.
Chloe: Bummer. (´・ω・`)
But, like, I get it. There's times when a girl just wants to shop alone, right?
Kumbhira: Yeah... I'm sorry.
Kumbhira: I'll make it up to you. I'll buy you a—what's that thing you wanted to drink? Boba?
Chloe: Wait, boba? You cereal? (*´з`)
I'm, like, so totally stoked!
Kumbhira: "Cereal?" Um... Oh, right. Yes, seriously.
Kumbhira: Okay. Well, see you in a bit!
Kumbhira waves at the crew, then heads toward the racks at a fast clip.
Lyria: Gasp! Look! This skirt has pink pom-poms on it!
Chloe: That is sooo cute. And—oh my Bahamut, Lyria—I think it'd look cuter on you. We could, like, pair it with the sweater we saw earlier...
Kumbhira: Come on... Just like in the magazines... Yeah... I think this'll work...
Vyrn: Hey, guys? Kumboara just walked by. And she's got that same look she gets when fightin' monsters.
Chloe: Whaat? Fight?
Chloe: Oh! No! Way!
Chloe: A light bulb just, like, went off in my head, y'all. Now I can totally see the light. (´-ω-`)
Chloe: Kumbhira is so. Looking. For an outfit. To impress her crush. You know, like something kinda sexy? To stop 'em in their tracks?
Lyria: What? Umm... Your crush is someone you like, right?
Chloe: Yup. I mean, it's gotta be a love affair. Which means... ( *`艸´)
Chloe: Hey, hey, hey, Kumbhira. Like, why didn't you tell me? I can totally help you dress to impress.
Kumbhira: Dr-dress to impress?
Chloe: Wow. That is, like, a lot of stuff. Sooo, come on. Show me what you've got.
Chloe reaches into Kumbhira's shopping basket and pulls out a radiant monstrosity.
Chloe: Um. This coat is seriously gold. (゚Д゚)
And it's got, like, some kind of pink patterning?
Kumbhira: Yup. The magazines said to match my clothes to the color of my hair...
Lyria: Um, Chloe? How are things going... Wait. Why is that hat flashing!
Kumbhira: Well... It's the year of the boar, right? So I wanted to find something festive. I know it's a bit loud, but...
Vyrn: Hey, this, uh, red-and-white striped onesie? Won't it be a little tight on you?
Kumbhira: That's the point. Apparently, smaller clothes are the trend right now. They're form-fitting.
Chloe: Um, this is literally a spandex bodysuit. And if you wear this with that gold coat, it's gonna look pretty wild. And, like, not in a good way. (>人<;)
Kumbhira: Umm... So you don't like the outfit?
Chloe: Sorry, Kumbhira. (・ω・`)
Kumbhira: That's not a good sign!
Vyrn: Well, it is kinda flashy... Or maybe makes-me-wanna-tear-my-eyes-out blinding is a better way to describe it...
Kumbhira: W-wait, really? Do you think so too, (Captain)?
  1. Yeah, I do...
  2. No, you'll look amazing!
  3. ...

Choose: Yeah, I do...
Kumbhira: Oh... Okay... I get it...
Kumbhira: Thanks for being honest. Guess I'll look for another outfit.

Choose: No, you'll look amazing!
Kumbhira: R-really? I feel so much better now!
Vyrn: Hey, (Captain). I get that the truth hurts sometimes. But in this case, I think that white lie's gonna do a lot more damage...
(Captain) gets the memo. The captain puts on a wry smile and tells Kumbhira she might want to reconsider.
Kumbhira: Oh... Okay...
Kumbhira: So basically, the outfit was so bad, you felt like you needed to lie to avoid hurting my feelings?
Kumbhira: Guess I really do need to look for something else.

Choose: ...
Kumbhira: S-say something!
Vyrn: Um... Yeah... I think that's all there is to say.
Kumbhira: Okay... Yeah, I think I understand. Guess I need to look for another outfit.
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Kumbhira looks at her feet and sighs.
Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira: To tell the truth, I've never picked out clothes on my own before.
Chloe: Oh. My. Bahamut. Σ(゚ロ゚」)
Get outta here!
Kumbhira: Back home, there was a priestess at the temple—you've met her. She'd buy me almost everything. And there were always the hand-me-downs from my predecessor.
Chloe: Sniff... So, like, even though it's your first time shopping, you're going all out for your crush? Oh, honey... I think I'm tearing up. (´;ω;`)
Kumbhira: Cru-crush? Who said anything about...
Vyrn: Hey, Kumboara. Why do you want new clothes anyways?
Kumbhira: Um... Well, it's because...
Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira: I wanted them to see another side of me. The priestess and everyone back in my village, I mean.
Kumbhira: I wanted to go back to the temple, dressed in... well... cute clothes.
Kumbhira: So that way they'd know—they'd all know—that since I've started traveling the skies, I've changed... Even if only a little.
Kumbhira: Ahaha... And I thought it would've been cooler if I'd picked out the clothes myself, but...
Vyrn: Kumbhira...
Chloe: Hehe. Oh, I totally feel you! And, uh, looks like I was right. Kumbhira, you are so totally bending over backwards for your fave peeps.
Kumbhira: Huh?
Chloe: You know, I write a ton of letters. They're for, like, my mom and friends back home. 〆(・ω・*)
Chloe: And let me tell you. It takes. So. Much. Time. I have so much to say and, like, sometimes, I just can't put stuff into words.
Chloe: I mean, I love you guys. So I'm, like, telling the people I love about... the people I love! Like, if that doesn't turn you into a try-hard, what will, right?
Kumbhira: Chloe...
Chloe: Sooo, Kumbhira. Let us help a girl dress to impress, okay?
Chloe: And if we pick out these clothes together and have a blast... it'll totally show everyone back home how, like, fun this journey has been!
Lyria: Hehe. I think so too. Um, Kumbhira! Earlier I saw a scarf that would look great on you.
  1. Come check it out with us.

Choose: Come check it out with us.
Kumbhira: ...!
Kumbhira: That's why I want to travel with your crew and learn from you! I have to challenge myself!
Kumbhira: Like how fun it can be to go shopping with everyone. I've never done that before.
Kumbhira: I think, little by little, I might be changing.
Kumbhira: I wonder if I can even change...
Kumbhira: Yeah, you're right. I should've known from the start, but...
Kumbhira: Thank you, everyone. Let's pick out clothes together.
Chloe: Okay, yay. Sooo, now that that's settled... Are we, like, shopping now, or what?
Kumbhira: We're, like, shopping now!
And so Kumbhira resumes her quest for the perfect outfit—but this time with (Captain) and the crew as her guides.
Kumbhira: What? These pants are torn. Should I patch them back up?
Chloe: Waaait! That's literally the design. Here. Um, Kumbhira, meet distressed jeans. Distressed jeans, meet Kumbhira.
Kumbhira: I-I don't know... Won't I be kinda cold? Shouldn't I add more layers or...
Chloe: Um, no. Trust me—this thing is totally warmer than it looks. And, like, you're gonna want to bare those legs. All in the name of fashion, am I right? lol
Kumbhira: These are so small and cute. Yeah. I think I could work them in...
Vyrn: Those are for kids. You plan on giving them to your brothers and sisters?
Kumbhira: No, not quite.
Kumbhira and the crew finish shopping just as the sun dips beneath the horizon.
Kumbhira: So, um... What do you guys think?
Chloe: Oooh, girl, that is fire! You're literally so cute! I, like, can't get over it!
Lyria: Same! I also can't get over it. You look mature and cute and cool...
Vyrn: So the kid's clothes were for the piglets. Heh-heh. That was pretty smart of ya!
Piglets: Squee-squee!
  1. Looks good on you.
  2. You're cute.

Choose: Looks good on you.
Kumbhira: R-really? Hehe. Glad you think so, (Captain).
Kumbhira: Great. Now I'm going to want to wear this outfit every day.

Choose: You're cute.
Kumbhira: C-cute? You really think so, (Captain)?
Kumbhira: Umm... Just give me a second... to calm myself down.
Kumbhira: Inhale... Exhale...
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Kumbhira: I just want to say thank you. Again, I couldn't have done it without you guys.
Kumbhira: I feel so warm inside—I could start skipping. Today's really been amazing.
Kumbhira: (These are the clothes I've always wanted to wear. You can't find them in any magazine because they're our special selection.)
Chloe: Anytime, girl. (。・ω・。)ノ
Okay. So next it's, like, my turn. I'm taking all of you on shopping spree number two!
Kumbhira: I'd love to go—but you don't mean now, do you?
Chloe: Well... I mean, first, we could totally grab some boba. Or do you wanna, like, hang out at a cafe?
Kumbhira: Are you cereal?
Chloe: Totes cereal! (≧▽≦)
Kumbhira: Ahaha... You really are amazing, Chloe.
The crew heads to a boba stand, where Kumbhira treats them each to a drink. They then go to a cafe and after that return promptly home.
The next day the crew sets out on their second shopping exhibition. And once again they straggle back at sundown—tired but fashionable.

New Year, New Me

(Captain) and the crew arrive at the casino liner after accepting a request to test out its new rec room. Chloe and Tabina play games with Kumbhira, who eventually drags Therese into the fun.



Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira: Why...
Kumbhira: !
It's a cold, quiet night. In her room, Kumbhira is sunk deep in a stifling dream. She struggles and struggles and finally wrenches herself free, gasping for breath.
Kumbhira: Pant... Pant...
Kumbhira: I'm fine... Really, I'm fine now...
She chants the words like a mantra. Her breathing slows, and she lies back down. Slowly she closes her eyes.
Chloe: Ahahaha! This is so fun! The floor's, like, so bouncy, lmao! I could jump for literally forever. (≧▽≦)
Tabina: Aah... Attiyah... What use are these leaps and bounds if they cannot fling me into your arms?
Hamward: Squealy-squeal!
Kumbhira: Hehe. Are you enjoying yourself, Hamward?
The casino liner has just created a new recreation room. The crew have it all to themselves, and they clamber over its facilities like children on a jungle gym.
Therese: I'm sorry... You're all very busy, and still I'm having you test out the new rec room.
Vyrn: Naw. You set this up for us, didn't you, Dealer Lady? I mean, all we gotta do is party through the night—pretty sweet deal if you ask me.
Lyria: Yes! Actually, we didn't know what to do for our year-end trip, so your timing was perfect.
Chloe: Guys. You will not. Believe this! I see, literally, an ocean of tiny balls over there! Was I supposed to, like, bring my swimsuit or something?
Chloe stops jumping and points at a ball pit.
Tabina: No, it can't be... I've seen something similar on my travels. Some monsters will fill grottos with their eggs, and it looks just like that... I do hope it isn't sticky.
Kumbhira: D-don't say stuff like that. I think I'm gonna wait and see how things turn out before jumping in. But you can go in first, Hamward.
Chloe: Come ooon, Kumbhira. Aren't we, like, BFFs? (*´з`)
And that totally means we've gotta dive in together!
Kumbhira: No! Stop! What if it's actually stick-
Chloe & Tabina: Like, cannonbaaall!
Here goes nothing!
Kumbhira: Ahhhhhhh!
Chloe and Tabina drag Kumbhira screaming into the ball pit. But when the divine boar resurfaces...
Kumbhira: Ahaha! You've done it now, Chloe! Time for payback!
Chloe: Eek! Σ(・ω・ノ)ノ
You seriously just threw a ball at me! Like, at the speed of light!
The three friends start flailing, and the balls start flying. Even though it's the dead of winter, it feels as if they're having a water fight at a sunny poolside party.
Vyrn: Haha. You're really having a blast, aren't ya, Kumboara!
Kumbhira: Hehe. I mean, these are just normal balls. And they're really soft.
Kumbhira: Guess you never know what anything's like until you try, right? And that includes new pastimes.
Chloe: Whoo! (^∀^)
It's literally like I'm swimming in an ocean right now. Oh my Bahamut, girls, we're, like, having summer vacation in mid-winter. lol
Kumbhira: Oceans? The old priestess used to tell me about them... She said they were these large, large bodies of water. Are they different from ponds?
Tabina: Well, I'd say they're similar. But oceans are so salty, they make your face pucker, and there's these white-crested waves that come and break upon the shore...
Tabina: Like so!
Tabina swings her arm, and a surge of balls leap up and rain down on Kumbhira's head.
Kumbhira: Ack! Hey, no fair, Tabina! You caught me off guard.
Tabina: Teehee. You must never let down your guard. Always keep your wits about you!
Therese: Hehe. Oh, everyone looks to be having fun—wonderful! Now I'm certain our guests will appreciate the new rec room as well.
Kumbhira: Why don't you join us, Therese? Everything's great once you dive in.
Therese: What? Oh, no. I couldn't possibly... I'm supposed to be the host here.
Kumbhira: Then... Why don't you at least dip your feet in?
Therese: Er... Well, that'll be all right, I suppose...
Kumbhira: Got you!
As soon as Therese seats herself by the side of the pit, Kumbhira grabs her arm and pulls her into the abyss.
Therese: Eeeeek!
Therese: Wh-what's this? Everything's so soft. I feel rather... comfortable.
Tabina: Teehee. Well done, Kumbhira!
Kumbhira: Let's swim together, Therese. It's pretty fun, you know.
Therese: A-all right!
And so the crew spends a good chunk of time in the ball pit, yelling and laughing with complete abandon.

New Year, New Me: Scene 2

After some chitchat, Chloe tells Kumbhira, Tabina, and Therese that she's happy they're all "normal" girls and thus able to bond. After hesitating slightly, Kumbhira agrees with Chloe. The girls then drop off to sleep.



(Captain) and the crew tear themselves away from the ball pit and wander into another area of the rec room.
Lyria: Amazing, (Captain)! You knocked over all the pins again! This is your second, um... strike in a row!
Therese: Hah. A double, hm? But I can still turn this around. Time to get serious.
The crew looks from Therese to the ten pins standing at the end of a long lane. The duelist picks up a heavy ball and takes aim at the pins.
Kumbhira: Therese is so fired up. I hardly recognize her.
Chloe: Yeah, I so totally get that. But, I mean, Therese is a star duelist, right? She's got that, like, journalist-by-day, hero-by-night transformation thing going on.
Chloe: Maybe I should show you all some serious Magical☆Hurls. Not that I'd actually be, like, any good. lol (*´∀`)
Kumbhira: Just don't trip, okay? You move around so much—sometimes I get nervous just watching you.
Kumbhira: Still... Everyone got the hang of it so quickly.
Tabina: Would you like me to teach you? Daddy and I used to enjoy a similar diversion, so I'm quite adept at the art of ball-rolling. Come, we can practice in that corner.
Kumbhira: Thanks, Tabina. I think I'll take you up on that offer.
Eventually the crew moves from the play area into a small room. A grand machine sits against one of the walls.
Vyrn: Whoa! Where's this music coming from?
Therese: I heard that this room is a place to relax and sing songs with friends.
Chloe: Get. Outta here! That is so totally godlike! Guys, we seriously have to, like, sing until sunrise.
Kumbhira: Y-you want me to sing?
(Captain) and the crew test out all the equipment in the room. They take turns belting to their hearts' content.
Eventually all that singing leaves the crew tired, and they decide to take a break. A few members go out and bring back ice cream and drinks.
Chloe: Sooo, I have a question for y'all. Is there, like, anyone you're interested in right now?
Kumbhira: What? Interested?
Chloe: Yeah. Like a crush? I mean, come on. What better time for a little girl talk than now?
Kumbhira: G-g-girl talk?
Tabina: What a lovely idea! I, of course, only have eyes for Attiyah.
Tabina is a crew member

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Chloe: Oh yeah, duh. You're, like, always reading those letters, and you literally look like you're in heaven.

Continue 2
Chloe: Oh yeah, duh. You, like, came on this journey literally to look for your boyfriend.
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Chloe: So you guys are, like, serious serious? Juicy! That's so much heat and passion, I totally feel like I'm on fire right now. (*ノωノ)
Tabina: Yes. I've already planned out a handful of dates with Attiyah. I'll share the best hundred or so later... Now how about you, Kumbhira?
Chloe: I'm also dying to know. Do you have a boyfriend, like, waiting for you back at the village? Or some kind of forbidden romance with a legit criminal?
Kumbhira: No, I don't... All I did back home was train. And, uh, why would you think I'm in a relationship with a criminal?
Chloe: Well... I mean... Isn't it totally romantic? All that stuff about, like, star-crossed lovers being born into different classes? Tabina kinda has that going on.
Tabina: Hehe. Try thinking back. Haven't you ever met someone that sent your heart into a frenzy?
Kumbhira: Um... Well, I...
Kumbhira is a crew member

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Kumbhira: Hah. So that's what I've been missing: friends. I've been training alone for so long.
Come with us on our journey!
Kumbhira: Huh?
Kumbhira: ...!
Chloe: OMB! Who is it?
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Kumbhira: O-oh right! What about you, Therese?
Kumbhira: I mean, you're a duelist, right? You must get to meet all sorts of people.
Therese: Wh-what? Me?
Tabina: Hm. I must say, I am intrigued. I envision a forbidden love, blooming between a fighter and her coach...
Kumbhira: Wow...
Tabina: Oh right. Kumbhira, do promise you'll tell us more about yourself after this?
Kumbhira: Gah?
Therese: Well, I... It's not my coach, but there is a person who always plans my meals and my training sessions...
Chloe: Squee! Is it just me, or does it sound like she's totally gonna spill the tea about her boyfriend?
Therese: Hehe. I'm talking about De La Fille. She's my best friend. Without her, I'd be nothing.
Tabina: A best friend, hm? Well, I have heard of "girl crushes," but that's not quite what I was asking about.
A comfortable silence follows. The friends take a sip from their drinks and nestle back into their chairs.
Chloe: Hehe. Isn't it, like, so cool that we can get together and chat like this?
Chloe: I mean, you're, like, from a rich merchant family, you're a divine general, and you're a star duelist. Your lives are so different from mine...
Chloe: But at the same time, we have literally so much in common. Because we're all, like, normal girls, you know?
Kumbhira: ...!
Tabina: Hehe. How astute of you to say so. Every one of us is normal, and every one of us is unique. That's what it is to be a woman.
Chloe: Ahaha. Tabina, you're such a poet, and you totally know it. (*´艸`)
But, like, yeah, I think so too!
Chloe: I guess what I'm, like, trying to say is... I'm so happy we got to hang today, girls.
Kumbhira: Yeah, me too. I really enjoyed myself.
The friends continue to talk, pausing only to take a drink or a bite of ice cream. The moon and stars arrive unnoticed and glow against the midnight sky.
Tabina: Zzz... Zz...
Chloe: ZzZzZz...
Kumbhira: Haha. They're all sound asleep. I thought we were singing until sunrise, guys.
Kumbhira: Yawn...
Kumbhira: Today was so fun...
Kumbhira: I'm also...
Kumbhira's eyelids begin to droop. Before long she is lulled to sleep by the deep and peaceful breathing of her friends.

New Year, New Me: Scene 3

Kumbhira dreams about her past, when she was belittled for not having blessed might and dismissed as a "normal" girl. She wakes and goes back to the rec room, where she receives encouragement from (Captain) and promises to rejoin the crew after her year-end duties are over.



Young Kumbhira: (I think I hear voices...)
Downcast Villager: So it's true... The blessed might... Lady Kumbhira still hasn't...
Discontent Villager: Nay. She's shown no sign of possessing it. And I'm starting to think she never will.
Downcast Villager: Sigh... I've never heard of a divine boar without blessed strength.
Discontent Villager: Damn! Where d'you suppose we went wrong? Did we not raise 'er right? Or did the priestesses not guide 'er right? Or...
Downcast Villager: Sigh... Or is she just a normal kid?
Young Kumbhira: !
Young Kumbhira: O blessed might, which rages in the blood of divine boars...
Young Kumbhira: Bend to the will of my sacred horns, and manifest thyself within me!
Young Kumbhira: ...
Young Kumbhira: Manifest thyself... within me!
Young Kumbhira: Manifest thyself! Manifest thyself! Manifest thyself! Manifest thyseeelf!
Young Kumbhira: Gasp... Pant...
Young Kumbhira: Why! Why is this... happening!
Kumbhira: ...!
Kumbhira: (It was just a dream... about the past...)
Lyria: Zzz... Zz...
Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira slips from the room, careful not to wake the sleeping crew.
She walks into the recreation area and stands there alone.
Kumbhira: Hah!
Kumbhira: Just like Tabina told me... I need to angle my rolls...
Kumbhira: Hunh!
Kumbhira: That one wasn't bad.
  1. Having trouble sleeping?

Choose: Having trouble sleeping?
Kumbhira: Eek! (Captain)?
Kumbhira: S-sorry. I guess the pins falling over were kind of loud, huh? Could you hear them from your room?
With a shake of the head, (Captain) pulls over a chair and settles into it.
  1. What's bothering you?

Choose: What's bothering you?
Kumbhira: Ahaha... No use trying to hide anything from you, I guess.
Kumbhira takes a seat next to (Captain). She drops her gaze to her feet and begins to speak.
Kumbhira: I can't shake this feeling of... anxiety.
Kumbhira: My predecessor... You know, she was a divine boar truly worthy of the title. And I've been trying, but I don't know... Am I any closer to being like her?
Kumbhira: And my year-end duties... Will I be able to carry them out?
Kumbhira: I'm only... normal.
Kumbhira: I don't have any of the grandeur or the magnanimity of my predecessor. I don't have divine strength. I'm just a normal girl.
Kumbhira: What am I supposed to do? What if I never change?
  1. You've gotten stronger, Kumbhira.
  2. You work far harder than "normal."

Choose: You've gotten stronger, Kumbhira.
Choose: You work far harder than "normal."
Kumbhira: Thank you, (Captain). Every time you encourage me, I believe in myself a little more.
Kumbhira: Ahaha... Guess I still have a long way to go. I mean, I know I've changed. I've known for a while.
Kumbhira: But I just wanted you to comfort me.
  1. It's okay to reach out for help.
  2. Everything's going to be fine.

Choose: It's okay to reach out for help.
Kumbhira: Yeah... And you were there when I needed you.

Choose: Everything's going to be fine.
Kumbhira: Hehe. Yeah. I trust in your words, (Captain). Everything's gonna be fine.
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Kumbhira: All right, I've decided. Or, actually, this is something I decided long ago.
Kumbhira: I'm going to gather all my experiences... and use them to grow.
Kumbhira slowly gets to her feet. Then she picks up a ball.
Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira: Hah!
The ball shoots off Kumbhira's fingertips. It carves out a lovely arc on the lane, then catches the leading pin.
A satisfying clatter rings through the room. In the next instant, all ten pins are rolling aimlessly on the ground.
Kumbhira: Yes! Strike!
Kumbhira spins around. Smiling, she and (Captain) share a high five.
Kumbhira: ...
Kumbhira: Um... (Captain). There's something I wanted to ask you.
Chloe: Oh my Bahamut! w(゚ロ゚;
Kumbhira? You are, like, so amazing! That was a total strike!
Therese: Hmm... Not bad. I just woke up, but what do you say to a quick match?
Chloe and the others come filing into the rec room. All of a sudden, the air is filled with voices.
Kumbhira: Aw, you guys...
Kumbhira: Okay, let's do this. But, just to let you know, I don't feel like losing.
Tabina: Before we start... Is anyone else hungry? I propose we buy something at the concession stand.
Tabina: Oh, and... Kumbhira and (Captain). Why don't you two prepare the balls?
Kumbhira: Huh? Prepare? All we need to do is pick them up and roll...
Tabina turns toward Kumbhira. And deftly, so no one else can see, she puts a finger to her lips.
She then gathers Chloe and the rest, herds them toward the stairs, and disappears.
Kumbhira: Tabina...
Kumbhira: So, (Captain)... What I meant to ask you before was...
Kumbhira: Well, first, I promise I'll carry out my year-end duties. Properly. So you can rest easy.
Kumbhira: Then, um...
Kumbhira: Once I've fulfilled my duties, could I come back here... and keep traveling with you?
  1. Of course!

Choose: Of course!
Kumbhira: ...!
Kumbhira: Thank you! When I go back to the Boar Temple, it won't be goodbye forever. I swear!
Piglets: Squee-squee!
The three piglets burst forth, giving shape to Kumbhira's radiant happiness. They jump into (Captain)'s arms and nuzzle their snouts in the captain's chest.
(Captain) holds them closer and pats each of their little heads.

Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription. EnglishThis is an official translation.
斗死鼓士って、結局何なんだろう? To be honest, I don't really know what "Nude Ears" is supposed to mean.
熱いヘイヴン…まだ胸の奥に残ってる That ardent heaven... I can still feel it in my soul.
ナマ足は気合いか…やっぱり少し寒いかも… My legs are cold. Chloe said it's all in the name of fashion, but...
タヴィーナさん、大人っぽくて素敵だよね Tabina's so mature. I really look up to her.
ねぇ(主人公)、今度海にも行ってみたいな Hey, (Captain)? Think we can go see the ocean sometime?
ウリボウ達は昔から歌って踊るのが好きみたい Seems the piglets have always liked singing and dancing. Who knew?
最後に食べたアレ…おいしかったなぁ… What was that last dish we ate? It was so good...
今度、クロエちゃんとまた買い物に行くんだ Chloe and I have another shopping spree planned.
テレーズちゃん、球を持つと燃えるみたい Competing against Therese is kinda scary... She gets so intense.
(主人公)、これからもよろしくね (Captain), we're in this together.

References

  1. Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, レジェンドフェス開催&新キャラクター紹介!&迎春ガチャセット・スキンセット販売のお知らせ
  2. Cygames, Inc. (2019). GRANBLUE FANTASY GRAPHIC ARCHIVE V.
  3. Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, 新キャラクター「クビラ」(Sレア)紹介!
  4. Cygames, Inc. (2020). GRANBLUE FANTASY GRAPHIC ARCHIVE VI.