Yggdrasil/Lore

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Official Profile

Age	Unknown
Height	Unknown
Race	Primal Beast
Hobbies	Nurturing plant life
Likes	The entire natural world
Dislikes	Machines, technology, etc.
Character Release イラストの穏やかな表情と真剣な眼差し…どちらも普段の彼女からは見ることが出来ない表情で新鮮ですね！

Source

* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.

Age	不明
Height	不明
Race	星晶獣
Hobbies	緑を増やすこと
Likes	自然なもの全て
Dislikes	機械やテクノロジー
Character Release イラストの穏やかな表情と真剣な眼差し…どちらも普段の彼女からは見ることが出来ない表情で新鮮ですね！

Source

Events

• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion - The Blue Reckoning
• L.E.T.S. H.A.N.G.
• Table for Six
• What Makes the Sky Blue
• What Makes the Sky Blue II: Paradise Lost

Trivia

• On her base and 2nd art, Yggdrasil wears the same outfit as Yggdrasil (Summon), while her 5★ uncap art is based on Yggdrasil Omega.

Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1	✔	I open the door to find my room flooded with flowers. A thick floral aroma tickles my nose as I step in. In the very center of the room stands the culprit, beaming from ear to ear. Yggdrasil: ... Well, I know her heart was in the right place. This is her way of wishing me a happy birthday. Just could have done with a little... scaling down. With a wry look, I pat her on the head. Yggdrasil: ...! She just grins, ignorantly, blissfully. Strange how she can make me feel so happy with nothing but that face. You know what? Who cares about how tough it'll be to clean all this up. For that smile, it's worth it. Yggdrasil: ...!
2	✔	(Huh? It sounds like someone's in my room... Who's in there?) Yggdrasil:  ! Yggdrasil meets (Captain) with an excited smile and waves to the desk where a birthday cake sits waiting. (Wait... It's not pastry at all... This cake is entirely made of flowers!) (Thank you... What a perfect gift! It smells heavenly.) The smile on (Captain)'s face makes the gentle primal beam even more brightly. Yggdrasil: ...!
3	✔	(What's with all these flowers in my room?) On the floor is a sweeping trail of pink petals leading to a birthday cake. Yggdrasil: ...! One look at Yggdrasil's beaming smile reveals that it was her who set it all up. Yggdrasil: ... Abashedly taking the captain's hand into her own, she guides (Captain) along the flowery path. (It's almost like we're getting married. But is that how she sees it?) While gazing lovingly at her profile, (Captain) envisions a future where the two of them might live happily ever after.
4	✔	The door to (Captain)'s room suddenly opens, startling the captain into raising a wary blade. Yggdrasil: ... With a bright smile, Yggdrasil pulls (Captain) to the bed and makes the captain sit down. Yggdrasil: ... She hands a small box over and motions for the captain to open it. Yggdrasil: ...! As soon as the lid is removed, flowers begin to bloom all around. Yggdrasil: ...! The room transforms into a magical wonderland of flowers—one that has Yggdrasil puffing her chest out in pride. Realizing the amount of work that must have gone into preparing such a surprise, (Captain) gives a grateful smile. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil beams in return, overjoyed at the success of her present.
5	✔	Today is (Captain)'s birthday, and the crew has gathered in the mess hall to celebrate. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil comes bounding up to (Captain), carrying with her a beautiful corsage. Wishing (Captain) a happy birthday, the primal beast beckons the captain to a table. A large cake rests on the table, begging to be eaten. (Captain) is soon lost in delectable sweetness. After a few minutes of eating, the captain finally notices that Yggdrasil has been staring at something. (I wonder what's on her mind? I don't think she wants to eat cake.) In fact, Yggdrasil isn't looking at the cake itself but the chocolate lettering that spells out "Happy Birthday." (Do primal beasts even have birthdays?) (Maybe that's why she can't take her eyes off of it.) (Here, Yggdrasil. This is for you.) Yggdrasil: ...! A beaming Yggdrasil takes the plate with the piece of cake. (Something tells me my birthdays are going to get better and better.)

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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1	✔	It's New Year's Day, the start of a brand new year. A certain crew member from the east is making an eastern treat: mochi. Each crew member grabs a piece of the soft, fluffy rice treat fresh off the pounding block. And everyone smacks their lips at the rare delight. All but Yggdrasil, who instead stares wide-eyed at the round, white blob. Yggdrasil: ...? When (Captain) asks what's wrong, she simply shakes her head from side to side. Recalling that Yggdrasil is not yet used to solid foods, (Captain) finally understands the situation. The captain runs off but soon returns with a bowl filled with something that looks like soup. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil takes a whiff of the liquid, and in a moment, is slurping happily away at it. Yggdrasil: ... In the bowl was a red bean soup made by the very same crew member from the east. (Captain) watches warmly over Yggdrasil as she continues to grow accustomed to the food of this world. Yggdrasil: ...
2	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil's eyes flash desire for something. Perhaps because it is the New Year, she would like a New Year's present of rupies from (Captain). (Captain) presents such a gift. Yggdrasil: ...! Happiness spreads across her face, and (Captain) follows suit. But (Captain) wonders how exactly Yggdrasil intends to use the rupies. Perhaps she'll buy bird food to feed the little animals. Yggdrasil: ...! (Captain) looks out onto the skies and smiles peacefully.
3	✔	Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil puts her head to the desk and quietly snores. The floral decorations on the kadomatsu tree beside her suggest she has done her part for New Year's. Yggdrasil: ... With her lips curved upward, she seems to be softly mumbling in her sleep. Realizing that Yggdrasil must be having a rather pleasant dream, (Captain) gently puts a blanket over her.
4	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Crew members are gathered on the deck to pound mochi. Excited by the sound of all the smacking, Yggdrasil pulls on the captain's sleeve with pleading eyes. Yggdrasil: ... The captain borrows equipment and mochi and sets it up for them. Yggdrasil: ...! Though Yggdrasil staggers under the weight of the mallet, (Captain) gives her the go ahead to swing. Yggdrasil: ...! At first, her movements are slow, but gradually her speed picks up. Yggdrasil: ... She looks up from her work and gives the captain a happy smile. The captain begins to wonder how good the mochi will taste after Yggdrasil's dedicated effort. (Captain)'s stomach loudly growls. Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil grins at the sound. With red cheeks, (Captain) sheepishly smiles as well.
5	✔	On the dawn of the new year, crew members gather in the galley for celebratory food. (Captain) joins them, greeting friend after friend, before a familiar primal comes into view. Yggdrasil: ...! "Happy New Year," (Captain) says, to which Yggdrasil bobs her head in her own enthusiastic greeting. With barely contained excitement, Yggdrasil offers the bowl in her hands to the captain. Inside is a batch of fresh New Year's soup, steaming with a mouth-watering scent. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil brings it closer to (Captain), insisting the food is worth at least a taste. It is a bowl she has specially prepared for the captain, after all. (Captain) takes a seat at a nearby table and scoops up the first bite. Warmth immediately spreads throughout the captain's body as the flavors sink in. Yggdrasil: ....! Yggdrasil watches over the scene with a happy, satisfied smile. Her first attempt at making New Year's soup is a resounding success.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Yggdrasil: ... (How did she know? Who told her?) (Captain) had just finished lunch and was heading back to the captain's quarters, when there she was, standing in front of the door. In her hands is a box. And within it, a young girl's hope, expectation, anticipation. Yggdrasil: ... No worry or fear in that smile. Only warmth. (Does she know what this is supposed to mean?) But (Captain) knows better than to voice the thought. The captain simply smiles and says— "Thank you." Yggdrasil: ...! She beams, full of joy. A sigh escapes (Captain), satisfied with words well chosen.
2	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil's eyes meet (Captain)'s. She tries to hide something and looks quite embarrassed. (Captain) recognizes the sweet fragrance and tries to take a sneak peek at what Yggdrasil is hiding, but she presents the gift. Yggdrasil: ... In her hand, she holds a broken chocolate bar. It appears her chocolate-making adventures did not go as planned, and she was ashamed about giving her present to (Captain). But (Captain) smiles and happily receives her chocolate. The chocolate has quite a bitter flavor, but the thought behind it is what counts. Yggdrasil: ...! She does not seem to understand (Captain)'s happiness. But even so, her smile returns and (Captain) is relieved.
3	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil is beaming as she hands (Captain) a small box of flowers. Closer inspection reveals that they are not flowers, but delicately crafted chocolates given floral shapes. Yggdrasil: ...! The smirk on her face suggests she is proud of how they turned out. (Confectionery-making isn't something you decide to learn at the drop of a hat. She must've put a lot of effort into preparing for today.) (It makes me really happy to know you went so far for me, Yggdrasil.) Yggdrasil: ...! Her face shines brighter than ever after learning how (Captain) feels. The captain responds in kind.
4	✔	Late into the evening, (Captain) tiredly walks through the Grandcypher, having just finished requests for the day. Passing the dining hall and sensing someone inside, the captain stops for a moment and peeks in. Yggdrasil: ... Standing there with a bright smile is Yggdrasil. She pulls out a chair and gestures to it. Confused, (Captain) sits down and watches as she disappears into the kitchen. Yggdrasil: ... Right as (Captain) is about to doze off, a sweet scent wafts over and rouses the captain. A mug of hot chocolate is placed on the table, with small pale flowers floating at the top of the steaming drink. Yggdrasil: ... A closer look reveals that the flowers are in fact marshmallows. Unable to resist, (Captain) takes the warm mug in hand and sips the revitalizing treat. Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil watches on, glad to see the hardworking captain relax. Her smile is bright and heartwarming. Yggdrasil: ...! Grateful, (Captain) lets her know how much her gift is appreciated. The captain takes another cheerful sip of the drink to drive the point home.
5	✔	The morning of Valentine's Day, a knock sounds at (Captain)'s door. Yggdrasil: ...! Opening the door reveals a cheerful Yggdrasil, a sugary scent wafting from her body. She holds out a Vyrn-shaped chocolate, lovingly made and decorated. Yggdrasil: ... Fidgeting a little, Yggdrasil gives the captain a shy look. "You made this? Wow, it looks exactly like Vyrn," (Captain) compliments. Yggdrasil: ...! Pleased at the recognition, Yggdrasil gives a radiant smile. (Captain) can't help but smile back. Holding the chocolate out to the captain's lips, Yggdrasil gives a pointed look. (Captain), taking the hint, opens wide. Yggdrasil: ...! The chocolate melts away, leaving a taste as sweet as Yggdrasil's smile.
Gift		White Chocolate Cake 4th year: Rich Hot Chocolate 5th year: Vyrn-Shaped Chocolate

White Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Yggdrasil: ... (She looks almost bursting with anticipation. Is she putting on a face?) (A real schemer if she is.) (Captain) grins at the thought. Seeing this, Yggdrasil's smile grows even brighter. Yggdrasil: ... (Wow, she's not faking it. She must really be looking forward to my present.) From behind his back, (Captain) reveals a box and hands it to her. As she approaches the present, the excitement on her face grows and grows, ending finally in an explosion of delight. Yggdrasil: ...!
2	✔	Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil looks expectant. (Captain) assumes she is awaiting for her White Day present. Moved by how adorable she looks, (Captain) holds out Yggdrasil's gift. Yggdrasil: ? (Captain) gives her a scented candle. She stares at it with wonder as she has never seen anything like it before. (Captain) explains why it smells and Yggdrasil takes in the aroma. Yggdrasil appears to wonder why a candle has such a scent. Yggdrasil: ! At first she is confused, but after realizing the item will cause her no harm, she continues to take in the pleasant fragrance repeatedly. (Captain) is relieved to learn that she loves the gift.
3	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil is humming a cheery tune when she notices(Captain)'s gaze on her. She approaches the captain. Yggdrasil: ...! (Mm, I love the way her floral scent tickles my nose). (That smells like the perfume I gave her for White Day last year). Yggdrasil: ...! (Must be her way of telling me that she's been using it.) (Boy am I glad I picked it up for her. Totally worth that smile.) Eager to see more of Yggdrasil's beaming face,(Captain) presents her with this year's gift. Yggdrasil: ...!
4	✔	Yggdrasil: ... When (Captain) catches Yggdrasil on the deck, she appears strangely dejected. In her hand, she holds the small bottle of perfume that (Captain) gave her last year. Yggdrasil: ... But the inside is empty, finally used up. Feeling a bit mischievous, (Captain) hides the new perfume they bought behind their back and opens the cap. Yggdrasil: ...? Yggdrasil looks around in confusion, sensing the new aroma floating about. Yggdrasil: ...! The hidden bottle is revealed and given to its new owner. The captain explains that though the contents are slightly different from the last, they should smell fairly similar. Yggdrasil: ...! At Yggdrasil's overjoyed smile, (Captain) silently vows to buy more of the same perfume before she runs out this time.
5	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! (Captain) and Yggdrasil are enjoying a leisurely walk through town. They set out earlier to purchase Yggdrasil a White Day gift. She now happily drinks the special fruit juice that she asked for. Yggdrasil: Sluuurp... She is the very picture of bliss. After a moment, however, she pauses to bring herself closer to (Captain). Yggdrasil: ...? It doesn't appear like she is trying to share her drink. (Captain) quickly notices that she is wearing the perfume that the captain gifted her last year. She must have put some on before they left. Yggdrasil: ...! Shyly batting her eyes at the captain, Yggdrasil holds her hand out. With flushed cheeks, (Captain) takes her hand as they continue to journey on.

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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1	✔	Yggdrasil: ... (What's she so mad about?) (Captain) had never seen Yggdrasil so angry before. Had never seen her anything but quiet and gentle, in fact. (Ah, now I get it. She's not mad at all—she's trying to scare me into giving her candy.) Yggdrasil: ... (Heh. That face can't pull off scary at all though.) (Yggdrasil's never threatened anyone in her life, can't blame her if she doesn't know how to look the look.) (Well, it's the effort that counts.) The captain smiles at the thought and places some candy in her hand. Yggdrasil: ...! Like a bud bursting into full bloom, her face lights up in glee. (Captain) could almost smell the floral aroma.
2	✔	Yggdrasil: ... (What's Yggdrasil doing out here all alone? She looks so sad...) Worried, (Captain) approaches, hoping to cheer her up. At the sound of the captain's voice, a sunny smile lights Yggdrasil's face. Yggdrasil: ! (Huh? Ohhh... I see. You got me this time.) Last Halloween Yggdrasil attempted to convince (Captain) she was angry as a prank. Only her angelic face and gentle nature gave the game away. It seems her plan this year was to worry the captain by acting sad. (Well... Score one for Yggdrasil's acting abilities. I can't bring myself to be mad though.) Yggdrasil: ! (Not when messing with me makes her light up that way.)
3	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Much to (Captain)'s surprise, Yggdrasil leaps out of the shadows without warning. She is celebrating Halloween as best she can by attempting to startle her captain. (Captain) plays along, pretending to weep in front of her. Yggdrasil: ...! As she begins to panic, (Captain) admits to shedding fake tears only in jest. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil pouts in protest and edges up to (Captain) to confirm the veracity of the confession. I probably went a bit too far, but boy is her pouting face adorable.
4	✔	A figure wearing a pumpkin head stumbles down the street in front of (Captain). Unable to see through the pumpkin, the figure wobbles dangerously before losing her balance. (Captain) rushes to catch her. In the process, the pumpkin topples off her head. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil looks up in confusion at the captain. Yggdrasil: ...! Upon recognizing the captain, Yggdrasil directs her gaze over at the fallen pumpkin and lowers her head apologetically. Yggdrasil: ... She raises her head enough to glance around the town, taking in various figures dressed in costumes, before she sighs in resignation. (Captain) realizes that Yggdrasil's pumpkin head is the primal beast's attempt at a Halloween costume. However, wearing something without slots for vision is dangerous alone. Yggdrasil: ...? The captain places the pumpkin on Yggdrasil's head once more, then takes her hand. Words of reassurance reach Yggdrasil's ears: "I'll lead the way and keep you safe." Yggdrasil: ...! Overjoyed at the assistance, Yggdrasil squeezes the captain's hand and lets herself be pulled gently forward.
5	✔	(Captain) is about to step out onto the deck of the Grandcypher. It's nearly time to head into town for Halloween. Yggdrasil: ... But the sight of Yggdrasil frowning at a pumpkin stops the captain. When (Captain) asks her what's wrong, Yggdrasil points back and forth between her and the pumpkin. The captain has no idea what she's trying to convey until she points to her eyes. Last Halloween, Yggdrasil wore a pumpkin over her head for her costume, but she hadn't cut any eye holes. It was dangerous for her to move around in. This year, her attempts at carving the pumpkin haven't borne fruit. Yggdrasil: ... (I got this.) (Captain) expertly cuts out eye holes and hands the pumpkin to Yggdrasil. Yggdrasil: ...! The primal beast is beside herself with joy. (I'm glad you're happy. Do you want to come with me into town?) Yggdrasil immediately accepts, gripping (Captain)'s hand tightly throughout the night even though she can now see perfectly fine.

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1	✔	It's the season to be jolly, and (Captain) and crew are enjoying a feast well into the night. In the midst of the festivities, a silent Yggdrasil sits fidgeting. Yggdrasil: ... Upon spotting her vexation, (Captain) gets up and walks slowly to her. "Happy holidays," says the captain. Yggdrasil: ...! She does not speak, but nothing need be said. Her smile says more than words ever could. (Captain) responds in kind, wondering how on a cold winter night like this, such a lovely flower could bloom.
2	✔	Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil is staring fondly into the sky. She holds a stocking in her hand expectantly waiting for Santa Claus. Yggdrasil: ...! She looks at (Captain) and appears to be trying to communicate something. It seems she would like (Captain) to make a wish with her. (Captain) follows her lead and smiles into the great blue. (Captain) can hear her wish spiritually—for everyone to be happy.
3	✔	Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil helps her fellow crew members set up the holiday decorations. The sparkle of the illuminations on the holiday tree fill her heart with joy. Yggdrasil: ...! She turns to (Captain) with a wide grin on her lips, proudly pointing to the ornaments she put up. Yggdrasil: ...! Her beautiful smile, further enhanced by the festive lights, shows the joy she feels from the bottom of her heart.
4	✔	Yggdrasil: ... Yggdrasil notices the approaching captain and gives a bright smile. Yggdrasil: ...! She holds a wreath made of red flowers, while similar flowers adorn her hair. (Captain) peers behind her to see other crew members wearing the same blooming decorations. Yggdrasil: ...! The captain realizes Yggdrasil made them with the leftover materials from her wreath. Opening her hand, Yggdrasil reveals an ornate corsage and pins it over the captain's chest. Yggdrasil: ...! She claps her hands at the finished result. In high spirits, she grabs (Captain)'s hand and pulls the captain over to join the others.
5	✔	(Captain) and Yggdrasil walk through town, out to do some shopping together. Yggdrasil: ...! Yggdrasil happily drinks a box of juice in the illuminated scenery of the festive town. Yggdrasil: ...? She comes to a halt in front of a holiday tree displayed outside a store. The tree's branches sag with the weight of all the ornaments hanging off its green stems. Yggdrasil: ...! Concerned, Yggdrasil anxiously squeezes the juice box in her hands. She looks imploringly at (Captain). With an understanding nod, the captain goes to speak with the store's attendants. They agree to remove some of the tree's burden after a brief discussion. In place of the shiny baubles, (Captain) and Yggdrasil offer to advertise for the shop and draw people's attention. Yggdrasil: ...! The two confidently stand out front and stuff their cheeks full of the store's holiday sweets. Thanks to their eye-catching methods, the store manages to achieve record-breaking sales.

Fate Episodes

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Branching Out

Rosetta's been worried for Yggdrasil. It seems the great tree has grown a desire to go out and discover the world beyond the forest. She gets the chance to do just that when Rosetta invites her to join the crew.

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Vyrn: Hm? Oh hey, looky there—it's Rosetta.

Lyria: What could she be doing?

A fair maiden stands alone on the edge of the deck. With hands resting on the banisters, hair blowing in the wind, her expression is one of weariness.

Seeing Lyria and friends approach, she lifts her head to meet their gaze.

Rosetta: Lyria, Vyrn. Is anything the matter?

Vyrn: That's what we're wonderin' about you.

Lyria: You seem troubled. Is something wrong?

Rosetta: Oh, bless your tender hearts—worrying over little old me.

Rosetta: I'm fine—really I am. I'm... simply worried for a family member of mine.

Lyria: Family! Things can't be fine if you're worried about family!

Vyrn: Wait! You have family? First I've heard about that!

Rosetta: Oh, haven't I ever mentioned it?

Rosetta: We used to live together on the same island all so long ago. She's closer to me than any bond of blood could ever hope to be.

Rosetta: I can still hear her in my heart; her voice has never left me.

Rosetta's gaze grows distant as she drifts into a reverie. Her words seem to come from a far, long-ago place.

Lyria's heart goes out to Rosetta's.

Lyria: She's very important to you, isn't she?

Rosetta: Would you like to meet her? I do believe I'm long overdue for a visit.

Lyria: Yes! I'd love to!

Following Rosetta's instructions, the crew find themselves in the Lumacie Archipelago.

Lyria and the others soon intuit who this family of Rosetta's might be.

Lyria: Rosetta... Could this family of yours be who I think it is?

Rosetta: Ahh, coming back to you now, is it? That's right—you're already quite well acquainted with each other actually.

Rosetta: We are two halves of the forest entire. If she is the good fruit, then I am the deadly thorn. Both sides equal in their love for the forest yet completely opposite.

Rosetta: Strange, isn't it? How two so different can understand each other so well. I'm the most mystified of all.

Rosetta's words resound deep and heavy with the crew, but her steps seem light and cheerful as she slips deeper into the forest.

Vyrn: Hey! Wait up, Rosetta!

Step after step she advances into the forest. At times letting out a sigh and seeming to lose herself in memories of days past.

Lyria, following close behind, poses her a question.

Lyria: Rosetta, I was wondering... How did you know she was calling out to you?

Rosetta: Why, I heard her, of course.

Rosetta: Hmm, perhaps that might not be the best way to put it. I wouldn't want you to get the wrong idea.

Lyria: Wh-what do you mean?

Rosetta: She's different from you and I. For her, the idea of words doesn't exist.

Rosetta: She sees, observes, learns just like any of us—perhaps even better.

Rosetta: But the knowledge she gains isn't remembered as words, and so she does not—cannot—speak.

Lyria: Now that I think about it, I've never heard her talk before.

Rosetta: But I hear her. On a level even deeper than words.

Lyria: B-but how?

Rosetta: You've felt it before yourself, Lyria. It's a little like the feeling you get when you sense primal beasts.

Lyria: Oh! I see! I think I know what you mean now.

Lyria: What's her voice like? What's she saying? I hope it's not bad news.

Rosetta: ...

Lyria: R-Rosetta?

Rosetta breaks her stride.

She gazes up at the sky and whispers.

Rosetta: We should ask her that ourselves.
We're here, Yggdrasil. You can come out now.

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: I knew it! So she's the family you were talking about!

Before them towers Yggdrasil, the primal beast once twisted by the empire into the tool of destruction Yggdrasil Malice.

Though they did not wish her harm, (Captain) and company were forced to stop her rampage and return her to a deep slumber.

Rosetta: Good morning, Yggdrasil. I heard you calling out to me.

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: What's the matter? I thought you liked being left alone.

Rosetta: Hm? You envious of me?

Rosetta: My, my! What's gotten into you, dear!

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: I'm sorry, darling. I simply didn't expect you of all people to feel that way.

Rosetta: I've seen you care for this forest for such a long time indeed.

Rosetta: But perhaps the time's come for you to see the world outside.

Rosetta: How about you join us?

1. But doesn't she have to protect Lumacie?
2. I'm... not sure if she can fit in the ship.

Choose: But doesn't she have to protect Lumacie?

Rosetta: Remember when you fought her as Yggdrasil Malice?

Rosetta: When you managed to defeat her and bring her peace, that was also when her pact with this forest was broken.

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Choose: I'm... not sure if she can fit in the ship.

Rosetta: She doesn't need to.

Rosetta: Think about how Lyria summons primal beasts.

Rosetta: In the same way, Yggdrasil doesn't need to be in her current body to leave this place.

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Lyria: I see. Thinking about it, that's how Rosetta left the forest too.

Rosetta: Come along now, darling—time to wake up. We're all waiting for you.

Rosetta lays a gentle hand on the base of Yggdrasil's giant body.

Yggdrasil: ...

Thus the crew gains a new member: the Great Tree of Time Yggdrasil herself.

Rosetta: (It's strange, however. I've heard she was created for the sole purpose of the storage of information.)

Rosetta: (Designed by her creators to be a central storehouse of knowledge, a vessel without desire or curiosity.)

Rosetta: (What could have led her to stray from her original design and grow this desire to see the outside world?)

Rosetta: (Is it her, or perhaps the world, that's brought about this change?)

Rosetta: (I feel that the primal beasts, myself included, are beginning to meddle far too much in the affairs of this world. Something's been set into motion—I can sense it.)

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The Curious Tree

At a small village, Yggdrasil is awed by all the new sights and sensations she experiences. Seeing this, Lyria is reminded of herself when she first saw the world outside the empire.

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(Captain), Rosetta, Yggdrasil, and company are visiting a tiny village.

While small and seemingly unremarkable to the crew, the town is filled with adventure for Yggdrasil, who has never been away from Lumacie.

Carriages, large signs, the clamor of the street traders—all is new and enchanting to her.

She darts her head around and attempts to take in the flood of strange sights and sensations.

Lyria: Hehe. Seeing Yggdrasil like this reminds me of myself not too long ago.

Vyrn: Hm? Why?

Lyria: Well, before Katalina freed me, I'd never seen anything outside of the empire.

Rosetta: Then I don't think you'd mind being a big sister of sorts to Yggdrasil, would you?

Lyria: Me? A big sister! I... I...

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Yggdrasil certainly seems keen on the idea.

Lyria: But wouldn't you be a better choice, Rosetta? I mean, you said you're family after all.

Rosetta: Hehe. Well, I'll be helping you, of course.

Rosetta: But I suspect you'd be much more suited for the role, Lyria dear. I think I might know just a touch too much.

Lyria: Know too much? What do you mean by that?

Rosetta: Hehe.

Following Rosetta's impish simper, the crew hears a rumbling noise coming from an unknown source.

Lyria: Hm? Yggdrasil, was that you?

Yggdrasil: ...

Yggdrasil shakes her head from side to side, cheeks blushing all the while.

Rosetta: Have you been taking the proper sustenance since you left the island?

Vyrn: Y'know, you could just keep it simple and say food.

Lyria: I did notice that she hasn't been having much besides soup on the ship.

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: Very well... We'll take this opportunity to show you how to sustain yourself in this world.

Rosetta: This is a job for a big sister, Lyria. Are you up to the task?

Lyria: Yes ma'am! I'll be the best sister ever!

Lyria: Okay, Yggdrasil! First let's go to the market and—

Lyria: Huh! Where'd she go!

Looking around, Lyria spots Yggdrasil crouching in a corner of the public square.

The crew rush over and are stunned by what they see.

Lyria: Yggdrasil! You can't do that! Let the man go!

Yggdrasil: ...?

Rosetta: Hehe. My, my, you don't see this every day.

Rosetta: That's very kind of you, securing him with vines to keep him from falling. I know your heart was in the right place.

Rosetta: But you see, dear, that's not a withering tree at all. He might waver in the wind just like one, but he's just drunk, not dying.

Ruffian: Ay! Who y' gallin' a witterin' dree!

The Curious Tree: Scene 2

Upon Rosetta's suggestion, (Captain) and the others each pick a food from the street vendors and bring it to Yggdrasil to try. Though she is not yet used to the idea of solid foods, her delight is evident when she tries a cup of apple juice.

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Lyria: Mm! Smells wonderful! Look at all that good food, Yggdrasil!

Street peddlers and food vendors line the square, filling the air with an intoxicating mix of sumptuous aromas.

A particularly strong whiff sets the crew's stomachs growling. This gives Rosetta an idea.

Rosetta: Everyone, what say you to a little game?

Rosetta: We each pick out a food item we think looks good, and whoever chooses the food Yggdrasil likes best is the winner.

Lyria: What a great idea!

Vyrn: Heh. I got this in the bag.

Lyria: Don't be too sure about that, Vyrn!

At once the group disperses through the square, to each their chosen stall.

Soon they return—treats in hand, confidence brimming.

Rosetta: I'll go first then. I brought a fried blue-backed fish sandwich.

Rosetta: A baguette that's crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, stuffed with freshly fried fish and mayonnaise. No greater delight than this.

Lyria: I chose this honey rice cake! It's a soft, chewy rice bun filled with cream and syrup on the inside!

(Captain) presents a basket of crispy fried potatoes covered in cheese. The melting cheese oozes and shimmers with promise of savory delight.

Others brought skewered meat dipped in secret sauce and caramel-covered fruits that shined like jewels.

However, the mere smell of the foods causes Yggdrasil to scramble and hide behind Lyria's back, as if to shield herself from the feast presented before her.

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: What's wrong? Did one of us pick something you don't like?

Rosetta: Wait. I don't think that's the case.

Through their silent bond, Rosetta listens to Yggdrasil with gentle care.

Rosetta: It seems she's hasn't yet grown used to the idea of solid foods. The only sustenance she's ever known is ground and sun after all.

Lyria: Aww, I see. It's a shame she won't be able to eat all these tasty treats we got for her.

Vyrn: Say, what about this?

Vyrn holds out a cup of apple juice.

Yggdrasil: ...?

Vyrn: What's wrong? Never had juice before?

Yggdrasil: ...

She tilts her head and blinks, wide-eyed.

Vyrn: It's my favorite. Here, have a sip.

Yggdrasil: ...

With a slight nod, Yggdrasil slowly reaches for the cup.

She sniffs it. Then stares at Vyrn.

Yggdrasil: ...

Vyrn: Go on—bottoms up! The apple juice around here is the best!

Like dainty petals her lips rest on the cup, and she begins to quietly sip the drink.

Yggdrasil: ...

Vyrn: Heh heh. How is it? Pretty good, huh?

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil's expression blossoms into one of utter delight. But the blossoming does not end there.

Lyria: Wh-what's happening! The ground around her is—it's...

All around flowers sprout up from the earth, budding and blooming in the blink of an eye.

Rosetta: I'd take it that means she likes it. She's so delighted that the healing power's leaking right out of her.

Lyria: Leaking? We can't have that! The whole village is going to turn into a forest!

Rosetta: Oh my. I suppose the scent of the flowers has attracted the attention of those monsters.

Vyrn: Great! Look what you did, Yggdrasil! Yggdrasil?

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: I don't think she can hear you, Vyrn. She's completely lost in juiceland right now...

The Curious Tree: Scene 3

Next to catch Yggdrasil's eye is a wooden comb sold by one of the street peddlers. When Lyria hears the comb is made from Lumacie timber, she buys it for Yggdrasil as something to remind her of home.

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With the monsters dealt with, Lyria—being the elder sister—takes it upon herself to caution Yggdrasil.

Lyria: You should be more careful next time, Yggdrasil. You could have turned the whole village into another Lumacie forest.

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: Come now, Lyria, she already seems sorry enough. No need to push the matter on.

Lyria: I know. It's just that... I was the same way myself.

Rosetta: Hm?

Lyria: I was the same way too when I first saw the outside world.

Lyria: Not knowing how to control my own powers, there were times where I let them slip. It terrified people when that happened...
I terrified people.

Lyria: Katalina and (Captain) were always worried sick about me.

Rosetta: Hehe. I was right to have chosen you instead of myself.

Lyria: Hm? What do you mean?

Rosetta: Tut-tut, Big Sister Lyria. You'd best keep an eye on your charge before she strays too far.

Lyria: Oh no! Yggdrasil! You can't wander off on your own like that!

Lyria: Promise you'll bring me along whenever you go somewhere, okay? We need to stick together!

Though her words are stern, there's no mistaking Lyria's joy in having gained a sibling.

Lyria stays close to Yggdrasil, who is now crouched in front of a street stall staring at its wares.

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: What're you looking at, Yggdrasil?

But Yggdrasil does not hear; she simply stares on, engrossed in the object of her gaze.

Rosetta: Oh, I didn't know you liked these sorts things.

Saying that, Rosetta reaches for one of the pieces on display.

She picks up a necklace.

Rosetta: What a beautiful stone. Do you want to try it on?

Yggdrasil: ...

But Yggdrasil shakes her head.

Lyria: Oh? Not what you wanted? This ring then?

Yggdrasil: ...

Yet again Yggdrasil shakes her head.

Vyrn: Not this either? Hmm, then how about... this?

Yggdrasil: ...!

Shopkeeper: Oh-ho! Quite an eye you've got, lil' miss. This 'ere comb's from the finest Lumacie timber there is.

Lyria: Lumacie? It must remind her of home.

Rosetta: She's taken quite a liking to it too.

Lyria: I'll buy it for her then! A present from sister to sister!

Rosetta: Did you hear that, Yggdrasil? Be sure to take good care of it now.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rude Peddler: Hey, hey, hey! Fugeddabout combs!

Rude Peddler: How's about some top-a-da-line chain saws!

Rude Peddler: So? How 'bout it?

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil presses her hands to her ears and trembles.

Lyria: Stop it! You're scaring her!

Rude Peddler: What? Hey, I'm just trying to make a livin' here! You got a problem with that?

Rosetta: In fact we do. The poor girl is obviously terrified by your nature-destroying device, and we'd very much prefer if you let us alone.

Rude Peddler: Wha? Don't think all your fancy words are gonna—

Rude Peddler: Wait a sec! You're that crazy girl who vined me up this morning!

Rude Peddler: I'll teach you to mess with a chain saw salesman! And don't even think about asking for a discount!

The Curious Tree: Scene 4

Lyria realizes why Rosetta charged her to look after Yggdrasil: she still remembers what it's like to see all the world as a wonder. Lyria promises to always be with Yggdrasil to discover the world with her, which fills Yggdrasil with joy and causes her to make flowers bloom all over the deck.

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With the disgruntled chain saw peddler taken care of, the group returns to the Grandcypher.

A gentle breeze drifts past the crewmates chatting on deck when Lyria turns to Rosetta.

Lyria: I think now I understand what you meant when you said knowing too much might be a bad thing.

Rosetta: Oh?

Lyria: I still remember what it was like not knowing anything about the outside world. So I know how exactly how Yggdrasil feels.

Lyria: It's what allows me to see things from her point of view, to enjoy things with her the same way she does.

Lyria: That's why you chose me to take care of her—to be her sister.

Rosetta: Hehe. I think you summed it up rather well.

Rosetta: Take good care of her, Lyria. She's very dear to me.

Lyria: I will!

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: Tell me whenever you see something you're curious about, Yggdrasil.

Lyria: I'll always be there to help you.

Yggdrasil: ...!

In that moment flowers begin to sprout and bloom right on the deck.

Vyrn: Aaah! Somebody stop her! The ship's turnin' into a flower garden!

Rosetta: How glad I am for you, my dearest Yggdrasil. Your heart has never felt warmer.

Though without words and shrouded in mystery, the richness of Yggdrasil's emotions and the freedom of her spirit are easily seen.

She might house within her the wisdom of ages, but there still remains much for her to learn.

Knowing that, the crew watches over her with gentle affection as she discovers more of the world each day.

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Change and Growth

On a day like any other, Yggdrasil joins (Captain) and company on a shopping trip. When she drinks the apple juice they bought, her body unexpectedly flares with power. Rosetta notices that the surge resembles the power Yggdrasil possessed when she was driven mad by dark essence and became Yggdrasil Malice. Concerned, she privately sends a letter to Pommern and asks for his assistance in investigating the matter.

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Some time has passed since Yggdrasil joined the crew on their journey through the skies.

Her fervent curiosity for the world never fading, today too she joined (Captain) and friends when they went out to purchase supplies.

Lyria: Yggdrasil, thanks for helping us with the shopping.

Vyrn: Yggs never passes up a chance to stroll outside and shop with us, eh?

Lyria: I understand how she feels. Arriving on a new island is always exciting, isn't it?

Both (Captain) and Yggdrasil smile and nod at Lyria's words.

Yggdrasil: ...!

In high spirits, Yggdrasil reaches into one of their bags and pulls out a package of drinks.

She removes one juice box for herself, then hands out the rest to everyone else.

Lyria: Hehe, already bringing out the apple juice?

Vyrn: It's just that good! I can't blame ya for bustin' it out early.

Rosetta: My, that looks great. I take it you're all done shopping for the day?

Lyria: Oh, Rosetta! Yes, but we also took a small walk before coming back here!

Rosetta: I must admit, I'm a little jealous that you took Yggdrasil along without inviting me.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Eyes going wide, Yggdrasil hastily tries to hand Rosetta her juice box.

Rosetta: Hehe, I'm kidding. As long as you're happy, I'm happy.

Rosetta: Don't mind me and enjoy your juice, my dear.

Yggdrasil: ...

Yggdrasil hangs her head in apology for a moment, then returns her lips to the straw.

Yggdrasil: Slurp, slurp, slurp!

Rosetta: (She's gulping it down with such a smile. I've never seen her so happy before, and I know I should be glad to see it...)

Rosetta: (A part of me is concerned that she's evolved far past her role as a primal beast... But I could be worrying over nothing.)

Excited exclamations come from the juice-drinking group, interrupting Rosetta's thoughts.

Vyrn: This apple juice is outta this world!

Lyria: Yeah, you can really taste the apple!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Is it really that good? Maybe I should also—

As Rosetta approaches her friends, something strange happens to Yggdrasil.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Vyrn: Whoa, Yggs! The heck was that light?

Yggdrasil: ...?

The light coming from Yggdrasil lasts only for a flash. Once it clears, she appears unaffected by any change.

Lyria: For a moment there, it felt like Yggdrasil's power spiked to a new level...

Vyrn: Seriously? I-is she okay?

Lyria: I'm not sure what happened exactly... She seems normal now at least.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: She says the juice was just too good.

Vyrn: Huh? She literally lit up 'cause her taste buds were tickled?

Rosetta: Remember when she had apple juice for the first time? Her power overflowed then as well.

Lyria: Now that you mention it...

Yggdrasil: ...

Vyrn: Can't say I wouldn't do the same. This stuff is pretty applelicious.

Vyrn: Actually, we should go back to the store and get a round for everyone!

Lyria: That's a great idea! We'll make sure to get you your own box this time, Rosetta!

Rosetta: Thanks, Lyria. I can't wait.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Oh, you're going as well, dear? Have fun out there.

Rosetta bids (Captain) and friends farewell as they disembark and leave for town once more.

Watching them crest the horizon, she crosses her arms and frowns.

Rosetta: The surge of power passed too quickly for Lyria to notice, but...

Rosetta: I sensed Malice in it... I need to look into this.

She returns to her room, a plan in mind.

In Agastia, former capital of the Erste Empire, a single soldier enters the army general's office.

Helpful Soldier: Pardon me, General! Mail's arrived for you!

Pommern: Leave it over there. I do say, the paperwork never ends for one in my position.

Helpful Soldier: Hahaha... We all appreciate your hard work. I think you might even have an admirer, judging by the handwriting on this envelope!

Pommern: An admirer? I believe I told my wife not to contact me with private matters while I'm at work...

Helpful Soldier: Well, it has to be her, don't you think? Who else would send such a beautiful rose-patterned envelope?

Pommern: Hm... She is not the type to be interested in this kind of decoration.

Helpful Soldier: Perhaps it's a fan letter then? The citizens do adore you.

Helpful Soldier: Why, the oden stallkeeper the other day was grumbling about how he hasn't seen you lately.

Pommern: A fan letter wouldn't be out of the question... As for the stallkeeper, I'm sad to say that I haven't had the time to stop by.

Pommern: Regardless, it is my duty to hear the voices of our citizens.

Trying to contain his delight, Pommern neatly opens the envelope with a letter opener.

His expression immediately grows serious as he takes in the contents of the letter.

Pommern: I do say...

With furrowed brow, he grumbles to himself and reads further.

Change and Growth: Scene 2

Pommern travels to Lumacie Archipelago to look into any changes in its environment following Yggdrasil Malice's rampage. There he meets with Rosetta and Yggdrasil to learn more of the issue that ails them and promises his help. In the midst of their conversation, they hear one of Pommern's soldiers scream from nearby ruins and rush over to find him being attacked by monsters.

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On the deck of a battleship anchored near Lumacie Archipelago, Pommern addresses his platoon of soldiers.

Pommern: Ahem. Now that we've arrived, I would like to go over the mission one more time.

Pommern: Our main objective is to investigate any lasting environmental effects that followed in the wake of Yggdrasil Malice's frenzy.

Pommern: The dark essence which the Erste Empire employed was not well studied, meaning we do not have information on its aftereffects.

Pommern: It falls to us to research this field. We need to be prepared should the day that dark essence is once again used against the greater good!

Pommern: Are you all ready to get to work?

Erste Soldier 1: Yes, sir! Our dark essence detecting gear is prepped to go!

Pommern: Very good! To the island we disembark!

Pommern: But remember—keep out of the deeper thickets of the forest!

Pommern: Monsters and other dangers lurk within. There is no need to tempt fate by venturing farther than we need to probe.

Instructions given, the soldiers salute and march off the ship.

Helpful Soldier: ...

Pommern: (Hm? He's been rather quiet since we arrived.)

Pommern: (It's a bit worrying, but there are other matters that take priority.)

After confirming that his soldiers are heading the right way, Pommern leaves in a different direction.

Pommern: I do say, despite my own warning, one needn't even venture into the thickets to encounter misfortune...

Pommern: Eep!

???: Oh my, sorry for the fright. It wasn't my intention to surprise.

From the shadows of the foliage emerge Rosetta and Yggdrasil.

Yggdrasil: ...

Pommern: Goodness... You might have just taken a few years off my life.

Rosetta: You're not the only one who's surprised. Aren't you a general now? I thought a man of your station would be quite busy.

Rosetta: I don't believe I shared my location with you either. My letter only asked for an audience to discuss dark essence.

Pommern: As you've just said, I am a very busy man!

Pommern: I'm here today on official Erste business, investigating whether or not dark essence has a lasting effect on the environment.

Pommern: It just so happens that your request happens to align with my own task! Do remember this fact!

Pommern: Ahem. What is it you wish to discuss exactly? I don't see hide nor hair of your typical companions...

Rosetta: I kept this trip a secret from the crew to save them needless worry.

Rosetta: Returning to the topic at hand... What I wish to discuss concerns my dearest Yggdrasil.

Pommern: Hmm, is it only me, or does she appear different than when I first met her?

Rosetta: Her current form is for ease of travel aboard (Captain)'s ship. But never mind that. Something strange happened to her recently...

Rosetta begins to explain the changes she observed in Yggdrasil.

Rosetta: The power I felt from her strongly resembled that of Malice. Coincidentally, she also became interested in the outside world after her Malice transformation...

Rosetta: I don't have any evidence backing my claims, but I'm concerned she might lose control like she did in the past.

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: She says she's fine, but I can tell a bit of doubt lingers in her mind.

Rosetta: I was hoping that you'd have a clue as to what's going on, considering your experience with dark essence.

Pommern: I see... Please, pardon me a moment.

Pommern removes the tool attached to his belt and approaches Yggdrasil.

Yggdrasil: ...

Pommern: Why are you reacting in that manner! I assure you I am doing nothing untoward!

Rosetta: What is that?

Pommern: A portable dark essence measuring device I brought along for our research expedition.

Pommern: Hmm... It appears that my device does not register a trace of dark essence inside Yggdrasil.

Rosetta: Is that so? Then perhaps we can rest easy. The power surge only lasted for an instant, after all...

Pommern: If I may... We know even less about primal beasts than we do dark essence, do we not?

Pommern: There are many aspects regarding Malice that we're not aware of.

Pommern: It's entirely possible that Yggdrasil has nullified every trace of dark essence in her system. I will do what I can to investigate further.

Pommern: Worrying after a comrade's well-being is never pleasant, after all.

Rosetta: Thank you.

Yggdrasil: ...

Pommern: Our business is concluded for now, yes? If so, I must return to work—

???: Aaaahhhh!

Rosetta: What was that?

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: It came from near the ruins!

Helpful Soldier: D-damn it! I'm surrounded!

Monster: Grrrr...

Monsters close in on Pommern's soldier, baring their fangs at him.

Helpful Soldier: Brother...

The soldier cowers in a desperate attempt to shield his body.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil rushes to the man's defense before the monsters can dig in.

Change and Growth: Scene 3

Yggdrasil chastises the monsters attacking the soldier, but as she does so, another surge of power fills her body and drives them away. The attacked soldier explains that he had gone off on his own to search for any remnants of his brother, a soldier who was tasked with bringing dark essence to Yggdrasil Malice but passed away during that duty. Other soldiers join him in the search, but they end up leaving Lumacie without finding anything. Later, Yggdrasil decides to conduct her own search, and Rosetta joins her.

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Yggdrasil: ...!

As Yggdrasil waves her hands in a chastising manner and scolds the monsters, another flash of light envelops her body.

Yggdrasil: ...!

The monsters whimper in fright and scamper back into the forest thicket.

Helpful Soldier: Wh-who are... you?

Yggdrasil: ...

Yggdrasil gives him a shy smile, then disappears.

Pommern's Voice: I do saaaay! If you can hear me, tell me you are unharmed!

Helpful Soldier: G-General!

Pommern and his soldiers burst onto the scene where Yggdrasil just stood.

Pommern: Oho... You appear hale and hearty enough.

Helpful Soldier: I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to cause concern...

Pommern: But caused concern you have! Did I not instruct everyone to stay away from the deeper parts of the forest?

Pommern: A small force like this one must always remain disciplined for its own safety! Tell me there is a reason why you disobeyed.

Helpful Soldier: That's... because I found abnormal vegetation growing around here.

Helpful Soldier: The records state that the same vegetation appeared when Malice lost control, so I figured it might be worth a closer look.

Erste Soldier 1: I think I know the plants you're talking about. Found some on my own, actually, but my scan didn't reveal any dark essence...

Pommern: Hmm... I can understand why you felt the need to explore.

Pommern: But that can't possibly be the only reason, can it? You could have reported your findings later once we regrouped.

Helpful Soldier: The truth is... my older brother belonged to the unit that served under Prime Minister Freesia.

Helpful Soldier: His final post was in Lumacie.

Pommern: He was one of the soldiers tasked with supplying Malice with dark essence, wasn't he?

The soldier gives a small nod, his gaze falling to the forest floor.

Helpful Soldier: A small part of me hoped I'd find a trace of him.

Pommern: I see... Many a good comrade were lost to the soil here...

The other soldiers in the platoon grow silent at Pommern's words.

One of them steps forward after a beat.

Erste Soldier 2: The empire is no more, but none of us have forgotten our fallen comrades. Finding them would mean a lot.

Erste Soldier 2: General, please. Would you grant us permission to search for their remains?

Erste Soldier 1: Our chances of finding anything are probably next to none, but I know I'm willing to try. Please, General.

Pommern: Sigh... Far be it from me to refuse a request like that. Very well. Travel in pairs and avoid the more dangerous areas, understood?

Helpful Soldier: U-understood, thank you!

Pommern's troops all express their thanks, before forming pairs like they were told and spreading out into the forest.

Pommern: This abnormal vegetation... Combined with what I've just been told about the primal's condition, surely there must be something going on...

He stares at the twisted vine-like greenery nearby, wearing a somber expression.

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: So he was looking for something belonging to his brother?

Rosetta: They're pulling out for now. Must be tired, I imagine. Searching these woods is no easy task for ordinary skydwellers.

Rosetta: As for you, your power's grown stronger again, hasn't it?

Yggdrasil: ...

Rosetta: You scolded the monsters? Judging by this incident and the last, perhaps it's your emotions that are causing it...

Yggdrasil: ...?

Rosetta: We don't have enough proof to go off though. For now, let's wait for the general to contact us.

Yggdrasil nods, then claps her hands together.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Oh? You wish to help the soldiers search these woods?

Rosetta: Haha... You're a kind one, my dear. All right, I'll lend you a hand too.

Yggdrasil: ...!

A wide smile spreads across Yggdrasil's lips. She pulls Rosetta along as they begin to comb the forest floor.

All the while, an uneasy feeling remains in the Rose Queen's chest.

Change and Growth: Scene 4

One day, (Captain) and company learn of Yggdrasil's search for remnants of the soldier's brother and pledge their help. However, their search in Lumacie proves perilous as the ground opens up beneath them. To save her friends, Yggdrasil's power grows and allows her to pull (Captain) to safety, but the dark essence waiting in the earth activates in response. The island's vegetation turns wild and violent, forcing Yggdrasil to send her friends back to the Grandcypher while she remains behind to quell it as best she can.

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(Captain) and friends return from another supply run, absent their familiar arboreal companion.

Vyrn: Anyone else notice that Yggs hasn't been joining us lately?

Lyria: I have... We haven't really seen Rosetta around much either.

Vyrn: Speakin' of, look there!

Lyria: We should ask them if everything's all right.

(Captain) agrees, and the trio approach their friends across the deck.

Rosetta: Hello there, (Captain). Have you just returned from shopping? I'm sorry we couldn't assist.

Vyrn: Hey, help's always appreciated, but never required. 'Sides...

Vyrn: We're more worried about you guys. Is there a reason you haven't been taggin' along lately?

Rosetta: Oh my, so our absence has been noted.

Rosetta: Yggdrasil, what would you like to do?

Yggdrasil: ...

With troubled eyes, Yggdrasil shakes her head from side to side.

Lyria: Um, if there's anything wrong, you can let us know! We want to help!

1. This crew looks out for each other!

Choose: This crew looks out for each other!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Yes... I suppose so. (Captain) is right.

Rosetta: I'll explain everything from the top then.

Rosetta shares her apprehensions about the changes occurring within Yggdrasil's body, and how she has asked Pommern for his assistance.

Lyria: Now that you mention it... The power that came out of Yggdrasil felt similar to when she was taken over by dark essence.

Vyrn: Kinda hard to believe General 'Stache is willin' to chip in—not that he's a bad guy. Just that it feels weird.

Rosetta: I understand what you mean. Still, we thought we'd show our appreciation—though not out of obligation—by helping him search for something.

Lyria: What are you looking for?

Rosetta: Do you recall the soldiers that had to supply Yggdrasil with dark essence and were left behind?

Rosetta: One of the general's men had an older brother who served in that platoon.

Vyrn: So that time we came back to save you and Yggs...

Rosetta: To control Malice, you have to keep pumping a primal full of dark essence.

Rosetta: Maybe these soldiers were ordered by the prime minister to continuously supply the core with dark essence.

Katalina: But they were too deep in the forest to escape when things got bad...

Lyria: Orchis mentioned that she felt something strange before... I think it's these people...

Rosetta: It pains to me say, but I think Yggdrasil might've... Well, the dark essence might've caused Yggdrasil to corrupt these poor souls.

Rosetta: If so, then they are now nothing more than puppets being used by Yggdrasil's core to protect itself.

Rosetta: That's why our dear Yggdrasil wishes to search for them. Together we've been combing through the forest.

Rosetta: I'm sorry we went off without telling you what was going on. We didn't want to mix you up in this mess, but it seems we've only caused you worry instead.

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: It's okay, you don't need to apologize! You were only thinking of us...

Vyrn: Lyria's right! And hey, it's not too late for us to join the search, yeah?

(Captain) and Lyria nod along to Vyrn's offer.

Rosetta: But...

Lyria: I know you're worried for us, but I might be able to help with my power if anything happens.

Vyrn: And if there's trouble, you can count on me and (Captain) to protect ya!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Haha, I'd almost forgotten how strong you all are.

Rosetta: Yggdrasil says she's completely on board with taking everyone with us. Would you mind setting a course for Lumacie?

In no time at all, the Grandcypher makes its way toward Lumacie Archipelago.

The crew disembarks into Lumacie's thick foliage and travels to a ruin deep within the forest.

Rosetta: Yggdrasil has a grasp of everything in Lumacie, so she knows where to look.

Rosetta: But with how much time has passed, it's been difficult to spot any objects through the overgrowth.

Yggdrasil: ...

Lyria: It'll be okay! With all the pairs of eyes here, we'll definitely find a hint!

Rosetta: Stay alert. This area is still heavily affected by the dark essence incident. I myself have barely avoided a few dangerous scrapes.

Lyria: O-oh, the ground does feel a little unstable! We definitely need to be careful!

Watching their steps, the crew scour the forest floor.

Lyria: Ah! Look, over there! That shiny silver metal is a piece of armor, right?

Vyrn: By that weird root? Yeah, think so!

(Captain) tells Lyria and Vyrn to stay put, then slowly approaches the metal.

Upon closer inspection, the metal is a piece of armor, just as Lyria thought.

Nearby, other skydweller-made items are buried in the dirt as well.

Rosetta: Well done, everyone! My dear, it seems they've found it.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Triumph fills the air. But their joy is short-lived as the earth beneath them trembles.

Lyria: Is it just me, or is the ground shaking more and more?

Vyrn: (Captain)! You gotta get outta there!

Nodding, (Captain) crouches down and reaches out for the objects in the ground—

But the earth completely crumbles, opening a hole beneath (Captain) and Lyria.

Lyria: Ahhhh!

Rosetta: (Captain)! Lyria!

With a skillful, quick maneuver, (Captain) grabs Lyria and launches her toward their friends.

Rosetta: Are you okay?

Lyria: I'm fine, but...

Lyria: Bahamut, lend me your strength!

Vyrn: No good! (Captain)'s fallin' too fast!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil's heart aches hearing the despair in Vyrn's voice. She clasps her hands together.

In her heart, she prays for only one thing—the strength to save her friend.

Lyria: Th-this overwhelming power! It can't be...

A fierce power wells up not only inside of Yggdrasil, but also in the nature surrounding the group.

The primal beast unleashes it all in an attempt to rescue (Captain).

With one wave of her hand, roots poke through the earth and stretch across the chasm in the ground, halting (Captain)'s rapid plummet.

They then stretch upward and carry the captain back to safety.

Vyrn: Phew... That was one heckuva scare.

Lyria: Oh, thank you, Yggdrasil!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil smiles, but her expression soon twists into one of intense pain.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Yggdrasil? What's wrong?

Lyria: Rosetta, I sense dark essence!

The air grows oddly heavy around the group, becoming harder to breathe in.

Rosetta: There's so much... How did we not notice it until now?

Lyria: A bunch of it is going into Yggdrasil too!

Rosetta: What did you say?

Rosetta: We need to get away from this place. The faster, the better!

Vyrn: Gah! The heck are these gnarly roots grabbin' at us for!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: When you were corrupted by dark essence, the land of Lumacie was polluted too, wasn't it?

Vyrn: Wh-what are you goin' on about?

Rosetta: Yggdrasil Malice controlled the vegetation in a similar manner back then.

Rosetta: Dark essence must have seeped into the very depths of the earth... Which is what has been amplifying her powers.

Rosetta: It seems that just as the land responds to her emotions, so too does the dark essence.

Rosetta: Up until now, her outbursts have been negligible, but that last powerful surge was so great it triggered the dark essence to magnify!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: She's desperately trying to free nature from the dark essence's grasp...

Vyrn: H-hey, more and more weird plants are poppin' up!

Varying sorts of plant life creep in from all around and attempt to wrap themselves around the crew.

Yggdrasil: ...!

A rumble runs through the ground, and (Captain) and friends are lifted into the air.

Vyrn: Gyahhh! Everybody, hold on!

Lyria: Don't panic! Yggdrasil has us, not the dark essence, but...

Rosetta: Wait, my dear, we can still—

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil gives her friends one last, sad glance before the ominous vegetation completely covers the area she stands in.

Unable to resist, (Captain) and the others are carried away from the ruins by the roots Yggdrasil had summoned.

Soon after, the roots dump them onto the deck of the anchored Grandcypher.

Rackam: Wh-where the heck did you all come flyin' in from?

Rosetta: Talk later, liftoff now!

Rackam: O-okay!

In a frantic flurry of activity, Rackam gets the airship going right before the entire island is wrapped in menacing roots.

The group can only stare in shock as they are carried farther and farther away from their friend...

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The Root of the Problem

Pommern is speaking with Adam in Mephorash when he receives news of the events unfolding in Lumacie Archipelago. Quickly gathering his troops, he travels to Lumacie and meets up with (Captain) and crew. The crew tell him that Yggdrasil remains trapped within the dark essence-afflicted island, and they are unable to penetrate the vines covering the island to rescue her. Hearing this, Pommern comes up with a plan.

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While (Captain) and crew have their hands full with the bizarre events unfolding in Lumacie Archipelago...

Pommern arrives on Mephorash for official business.

Pommern: Here is the report on Agastia's current status.

Adam: Much appreciated. Queen Orchis and I will be sure to review it thoroughly.

Adam: I apologize for making you go out of your way to deliver it.

Pommern: No apologies needed. I consider it a part of my duties. Besides, I'm also here for the other matter I contacted you about...

Adam: I checked through our records on dark essence and Malice, but nothing of note stood out.

Pommern: Loki managed to get his hands on your records, I take it.

Adam: That, or no significant information was recorded in the first place.

Pommern: That is entirely possible. I do say, this is quite the conundrum.

Adam: Whatever his aims may be, it's true that dark essence is not a power to be trifled with.

Adam: Any information on it could be used by evildoers to wreak unspeakable harm.

Adam: It may not have been his intention, but perhaps destroying the evidence was the best outcome for the Sky Realm.

Pommern: That may be the case, and yet...

Adam: I understand your misgivings that even countermeasures against dark essence could have unknown consequences.

Adam: If only Freesia would regain consciousness and impart us with her knowledge... But unfortunately, her status has not changed.

Pommern: Sigh... We have hit a dead end then.

Adam: General, has a dark essence related problem occurred?

Pommern: No, no, nothing dire has happened. I was simply consulted on an issue...

Pommern gives a brief description of his time in Lumacie.

Pommern: Yggdrasil, the primal beast, saved one of my men.

Pommern: We owe her a great debt not only for her aid, but also for being the source of the problem plaguing her.

Pommern: Erste has changed for the better, and we must make amends for past mistakes.

Adam: I see... I feel the same way.

Adam: However, that doesn't mean your efforts must only be focused on dark essence, does it?

Pommern blinks in surprise at Adam's question.

Pommern: Whatever are you referring to?

Adam: Assisting (Captain)'s crew and keeping peace throughout Phantagrande...

Adam: Those kinds of actions also provide critical support.

Pommern: You make a logical point... Ensuring such actions are commonplace is the first step in restoring Erste's good name.

Pommern: I'm ashamed to say I didn't think of this until now...

Adam: Do not be. Dark essence is clearly an important issue that we must look into. I'll continue my own research in the meantime.

Pommern: Thank you very much. If that's all, I should—

Panicked Voice: General!

Pommern: What is the meaning of this interruption? I am in an important meeting with the prime minister! Disregard for decorum will not be tolerated!

Adam: It's all right. This seems to be urgent. Please, tell us what you've come to report.

Helpful Soldier: P-pardon me! We just received a message from the troops we left stationed in Lumacie Archipelago!

Helpful Soldier: Dark essence readings are off the charts, and vegetation matching what was seen during the Malice incident is covering the whole island!

Pommern: What? Tell me our soldiers are unharmed!

Helpful Soldier: Yes, sir, they've all finished evacuating and are observing the situation from a distance. General, what are your orders?

Pommern: We shall depart from Mephorash at once and rendezvous with the soldiers there!

Pommern: Adam, I do apologize for this unseemly departure...

Adam: Take the soldiers stationed here in the capital with you.

Adam: Many of them served as troops in Agastia. They'll be able to help.

Pommern: But they should be protecting Her Majesty—

Adam: She will be perfectly safe by my side.

Adam: It is not just us who wish to make amends for Erste—Her Majesty wishes for it as well.

Adam's declaration leaves Pommern speechless for a brief moment.

Pommern: Your consideration is much appreciated.
Is our ship ready?

Helpful Soldier: Yes, sir! We can take off as soon as you give the order!

Pommern: Very good! Once we've got our troops organized, we shall be off!

Soon after, the Erste battleship speeds away from Mephorash and into the sky.

Meanwhile, the Grandcypher idles a distance away from Lumacie Archipelago.

Rackam: Looks like the roots've stopped growing, but Yggdrasil's still trapped in there, right? What do we do?

Rosetta: I believe our only choice is to break through the roots...

Rackam: I don't disagree, but our weapons and magic probably won't put a dent in 'em...

Faced with what seems to be an impossible situation, the crew grows silent.

But the silence is soon broken by another presence.

???: I do saaay, cease your grumbling and pick yourselves up!

Lyria: That voice...

Rackam: Whoa, whoa, whoa! Where'd they come from!

Rackam points at the large Erste battleship pulling up next to the Grandcypher.

Standing atop its deck with his head held high is none other than Pommern.

He hops down onto the Grandcypher, much to the crew's surprise.

Lyria: P-Pommern? Why are you here?

Pommern: I heard there was a spot of trouble occurring within Lumacie.

Pommern: As an Erste Kingdom soldier tasked with Phantagrande's safety, it was only natural for me to come.

Pommern: It's plain to see that this involves you lot somehow. Would one of you care to explain what's going on?

Rosetta: What you see before you is the result of the dark essence that's been sleeping deep within Lumacie's earth.

Rosetta: Yggdrasil's rapid increase in power spurred that essence into awakening once more.

Pommern: That... cannot be...

Rosetta: Yggdrasil is in the thick of it right now, doing her best to contain it...

Lyria: It's getting harder and harder to detect Yggdrasil as the dark essence grows stronger...

Pommern: Hmm... What are our options for entering and providing aid?

Rackam: We circled 'round the whole island. Nada. Not a hole big enough for even one person to squeeze through.

Rackam: There are a few places where the roots are kinda normal, but they're being closed up as we speak.

Rosetta: I'll bet Yggdrasil's behind that, trying to keep everyone else out of harm's way. She's far too kind for her own good...

Pommern: It's true that exposure to an excess of dark essence is quite harmful to the body.

Pommern: Do we not have any options available to us? Young lady—surely it would be simple to break through with your power.

Lyria: O-oh, yes, I think a primal beast could tear up the plants.

Lyria: But we'd probably hurt Yggdrasil and the island too if we did that...

Pommern: This is quite the pickle. I suppose it's time for my soldiers and I to bring out the big guns.

Rosetta: Are you hiding something up your sleeve, General?

Pommern: There is a way, though it may be a bit on the violent side.

Pommern, brimming with confidence, lays out his plan. As the crew listen, their eyes grow wide.

The Root of the Problem: Scene 2

Clutching the mementos of lost soldiers in her hands, Yggdrasil travels through the transformed forest. She runs into an image of herself, corrupted by dark essence. The image questions why Yggdrasil would aid the ones who hurt her in the past. Yggdrasil answers that she has learned, through her journey, not everyone in the empire wished to utilize dark essence, and now she wants to do what she can for the soldiers she killed. Drawing upon the last of her strength, she faces her corrupted image.

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Yggdrasil walks alone through the transformed forest.

Her steps are hesitant—the roots and leaves twisted by dark essence leaves her bewildered beyond belief.

She is reminded of the stories she heard about a dream-like realm and wonders if this is what it must be like to travel through it.

Are her friends safe? She hopes they are. And what will happen to her at the end of this path?

She tries not to picture the worst by squeezing the priceless objects found in the palms of her hands.

Yggdrasil: ...

They are the mementos (Captain) had found earlier; the only unchanged objects in the forest.

Driven by the urge to deliver them to their rightful owner, Yggdrasil pushes on.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Manifesting out of thin air, a corrupted version of herself blocks the path before her.

???: ...

The apparition questions why Yggdrasil would help the same people that once poisoned her with dark essence.

Because of them Yggdrasil lost her sense of her duty as a primal beast. It's their fault she is now trapped in a precarious situation.

Yggdrasil: ...!

But Yggdrasil has learned much since seeing the outside world. She knows people don't always act with bad intentions.

Like how people don't drink with the intention of losing control and harming others.

Or how people don't just cut trees for a profit. They use the wood for daily necessities.

Not all of the imperial soldiers who harmed her wished to use dark essence.

They were forced to do things in order to survive.

She understands all of this now, because she was freed from her duty as a primal beast. She's actually grateful for it.

Yggdrasil: ...

Besides, she carries just as much guilt as the soldiers. She killed their friends and family, even though she never wanted to.

For all the aid they've given her, she wants to aid them in return.

Yggdrasil: ...!

That is why she will never give in to the corruption again.

???: ...

Nor will she give up.

She will take back all that's been lost and destroyed.

Yggdrasil: ...!

The poisoned forest squeezes its tendrils around Yggdrasil.

No more pure nature is left to defend her.

Yggdrasil: ...

Through the pain, she keeps her grip tight around the objects in her hands.

???: ...?

As a mysterious noise booms from a distance, the tendrils around Yggdrasil slacken.

She uses the last of her strength to rip herself away and stand up tall.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Her eyes are full of unwavering determination.

The Root of the Problem: Scene 3

(Captain) and crew, as well as the soldier Yggdrasil had saved, go with Pommern's plan to use the general's battleship and blow a hole through the root wall so that they may enter the island. Once in the forest, they come across Yggdrasil vying with the dark essence for control over the vegetation. Yggdrasil walks over to the soldier and hands over the mementos of the fallen soldiers she had found.

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Vyrn doesn't react well to Pommern's plan.

Vyrn: Old man, you seriously think bombardin' the island's a good idea?

Pommern: I beg your pardon! I am nowhere near as old as you think I am! And if you have any other options, I'd like to hear it.

Pommern: Otherwise, our battleship is loaded with the right batteries to pierce straight through those roots.

Rackam: He's got a point. The Grandcypher doesn't exactly have that kinda firepower...

Lyria: But won't that damage the island too?

Rosetta: I don't believe that level of firepower will cause significant harm.

Rosetta: Trust me. I experienced firsthand what the army can do, back when I protected the island before.

Lyria: Oh, yeah! The forest was fine then, wasn't it?

Pommern: There you have it—a perfectly safe bombardment, guaranteed. I assume your concerns are assuaged.

Rackam: So the old dude's ship unloads, punches a hole through the roots, then (Captain) leads the charge in.

Rackam: Sounds crazy, but I have a feeling it might just work.

Rosetta: I'd like to make a request before we commit to this.

Pommern: Let us hear it.

Rosetta: Once we enter the forest, I want you to continue attacking the dark essence-tainted vegetation.

Rosetta: The more dark essence that is destroyed, the easier life will be for Yggdrasil.

Pommern: May I ask how we are supposed to know the difference between tainted and untainted vegetation?

Rosetta: It's simple. The tainted plants will try to kill you.

Rosetta: They'll be up in arms as soon as the bombardment starts.

Pommern: I suppose that makes an alarming amount of sense.

Rosetta: Hehe... Thank you in advance, General. (Captain), let's get ready.

1. Time for a search and rescue!

Choose: Time for a search and rescue!

As the crew exchanges encouragement, Pommern quietly clenches his fist in determination.

Pommern: You wish to join the infiltration group?

Helpful Soldier: Yes, sir! Would it be possible for me to aid that crew as extra protection?

Pommern: You do fully understand the perils of such a course, don't you?

Helpful Soldier: Yggdrasil risked her life to save mine. I'm not afraid to do the same. Besides, I heard this all happened because they were searching for signs of my brother...

Helpful Soldier: I'm at least partially responsible for this situation. Please, let me make up for it as much as I can!

Pommern: Sigh... Did you forget you're still awaiting discipline for disobeying orders?

Helpful Soldier: I... I have not, sir.

Pommern: Good. Join the crew and make sure you return safely. We can't have you skipping out on your punishment.

Helpful Soldier: Yes, sir! Thank you, General!

Helpful Soldier: I swear I'll protect the crew and save Yggdrasil!

Pommern: Is the artillery ready?

Erste Soldier 1: Preparations are complete, sir!

Pommern: Excellent! Give the starting signal!

Erste Soldier 2: Yes, sir!

Lyria: Oh, they gave the signal!

Rackam: Time to roll! Grab onto something, everyone, 'cause this is gonna be one bumpy ride!

Rackam spins the steering wheel just as the battleship starts to fire.

The Grandcypher speeds off, rapidly approaching the island. A moment later the artillery tears a large hole through the root wall.

With a masterful turn and drift, Rackam stops the ship close enough for (Captain) and friends to hop off.

Rackam: I gotta get outta the line of fire for now, but if you need me, I'll come a flyin'!

(Captain) gives Rackam a nod, then turns around to enter the forest.

The infiltration group carefully marches through the transformed forest.

Vyrn: Urgh... Somethin' ain't right about the air here...

Helpful Soldier: Yeah, my body feels heavy for some reason... My dark essence reader is going crazy too.

Rosetta: The second things grow dire, you should run. Don't worry about us—we're used to craziness.

Helpful Soldier: I appreciate the concern, but there's strength in numbers. I'm still physically fit—

A vine erupts from the earth and whips itself at the soldier, who dodges away at the last moment. Upon missing, it retracts back into the ground as quickly as it had come.

Helpful Soldier: That was close... Was that a plant of some kind?

Rosetta: It appears our presence has been noticed. (Captain), proceed with caution.

Looking carefully around, (Captain) stands protectively in front of Lyria.

But the group is completely unprepared for the spindly fissures suddenly forming beneath them.

Vyrn: Okay, this is not good!

Rosetta: Watch out!

Rosetta barely finishes her warning before multiple vines shoot out of the ground.

(Captain) prepares to defend against the onslaught.

Lyria: Th-they... stopped?

But the vines freeze in place right before they can land their strikes.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Yggdrasil!

Looking rough around the edges, Yggdrasil emerges from behind a tree and gives the group a smile.

Lyria: Thank goodness you're okay! Were you the one who saved us just now?

Rosetta: I believe so. It appears she's slowly wresting control of the forest back from the dark essence.

Vyrn: Does that mean she can get everythin' back to normal soon?

Rosetta: No. The dark essence is still maintaining itself.

Rosetta: It's a battle for control at the moment.

Yggdrasil: ...

Yggdrasil approaches (Captain) and company on unsteady feet.

Noticing the presence of the soldier, she extends the objects she had been clutching within her hands.

Helpful Soldier: Are those...

A fragment of armor. A silver-colored shard. A wooden doll wrapped in a hand-knit handkerchief.

With shaking palms, he takes in the weight of the long-lost mementos.

The Root of the Problem: Scene 4

After giving the mementos over, Yggdrasil hears the voices of everyone in Lumacie fighting for her sake. Wishing to protect all of them, she summons newfound power from within herself and banishes the dark essence, returning the island to the way it was before. With no one seriously harmed and the island saved, Pommern, his soldiers, and the crew go to Agastia and enjoy a meal at Pommern's favorite oden stand.

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Shoulders shaking, the soldier stares at the objects in his hands.

Helpful Soldier: You had your plate full of trouble, but you still found the time... Thank you... Thank you so much...

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil gives him her best smile through the pain.

Rosetta: You won't let the same tragedy befall anyone else.

Rosetta: That's why you're doing everything you can to beat back the dark essence and grow stronger.

Rosetta: Because that's who you are. You haven't changed a bit since the time we first met... Well, besides growing plenty strong already.

Yggdrasil: ...!

The oppression of the invasive dark essence can't stem the tide of Yggdrasil's overwhelming resolve.

Lyria: Everything will be fine! We know you can do it, Yggdrasil!

Vyrn: You've pulled us outta a ton of tight spots! You got this!

Helpful Soldier: Do you hear the explosions? The general and the others are fighting too! We can win this!

1. We're right behind you!
2. Let's finish this and go shopping again!

Choose: We're right behind you!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil beams as she hears (Captain)'s words of encouragement.

Go to "Continue 1"

Choose: Let's finish this and go shopping again!

Yggdrasil: ...!

Yggdrasil beams and enthusiastically nods her head.

Continue 1

It is not just the support of her friends that uplifts her. Yggdrasil hears the voices of everyone around Lumacie.

Pommern: I do say... I wonder how everything is going on the island...

Erste Soldier 1: General! The vegetation's pushing us back!

Erste Soldier 2: We've got troops on the ground, but there's no end to the plants—

Pommern: I will not hear another word of negativity! The crisis we face is of Erste's own making!

Pommern: On our honor as Erste's military, we shall rectify our country's mistakes! Spare no effort!

Erste Soldier 3: Damn, even fire's not working!

Erste Soldier 4: Keep it together! If we let 'em push through us, they'll nab the ship!

Erste Soldier 3: But we're vastly outnumbered...

Erste Soldier 4: What was that?

Rackam: Waitin' around just ain't my thing! I'm here to help!

Rackam: Just hang in there a little longer and my captain's gonna have this situation sorted, promise!

All over the island, people are fighting for Yggdrasil's sake.

They believe in her, despite her past failures in holding the dark essence at bay.

Yggdrasil: ...!

The desire to protect them all spurs her into action.

Vyrn: Yggs is glowin' again! Is the dark essence finally gettin' to her?

Lyria: No, this is very different from that dark power! It's much warmer... Stronger too! It's her own strength at work!

The heaviness in the air around them dissipates as the light coming from Yggdrasil fades.

Helpful Soldier: Dark essence readings are dropping dramatically! I can't believe what I'm seeing...

Rosetta: Becoming a vessel powerful enough to contain even dark essence...

Rosetta: Hahaha, you truly are amazing, my dear.

Yggdrasil blushes and looks away in embarrassment at Rosetta's praise.

Gone is the pain that had been plaguing her features. Instead she smiles like a flower in full bloom.

Pommern: Goodness gracious... The situation seems to be handled from the looks of it.

Erste Soldier 1: Sir, all fighting has ceased. We've also received no reports of injuries from the troops on the ground.

Pommern: That is good to hear. What about everyone who entered the forest?

Erste Soldier 2: They've just returned, along with the primal beast Yggdrasil!

As if on cue, (Captain) and company make their way toward Pommern.

Pommern: I'm afraid you've boarded the wrong ship. The Grandcypher is over there.

Rosetta: My dear Yggdrasil wanted to thank you in person.

From Rosetta's side, Yggdrasil gives Pommern a deep bow.

Pommern: No thanks are necessary. We were simply rectifying a past mistake.

Rosetta: Hehe, so you say.

Behind the crew, soldiers from the ground are returning to their ship.

Erste Soldier 3: I honestly thought we were done for... Sure got rusty since we've only been guarding Her Majesty lately.

Erste Soldier 4: Back when we were an empire, we got put on crazy duties like this all the time...

Erste Soldier 1: Haha, brings back memories, doesn't it? Once we got the job done, we'd go visit the food stalls and have a pint or two.

Erste Soldier 3: Working in Mephorash has got its perks, but I sure miss Agastia's oden stalls.

Pommern: Then why don't I treat everyone to some oden, as a reward for today?

Erste Soldier 4: Are you serious, General? There's... a lot of us to treat, y'know...

Pommern: Who do you think I am? I could buy every single one of you breakfast, lunch, and dinner without issue if I wished!

While the soldiers chat excitedly among themselves, Yggdrasil curiously watches from the side.

Pommern: Why do I feel the weight of a stare?

Rosetta: My dear couldn't help but be interested in oden after hearing you talk so passionately about it.

Pommern: In that case, I suppose you should join us as well.

Hungry for grub, the battleship and Grandcypher chart a course for Agastia.

Oden Stallkeeper: Here's your daikon.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: She quite enjoys the tenderness of the ingredients found in oden. It makes it very easy to eat.

Lyria: Mmm... This bonito broth is just the best!

Vyrn: I totally get why the soldiers wanted to come here right after wrappin' up work.

Rosetta: Oden is very nutritious too. I could definitely see myself coming here more often.

Oden Stallkeeper: You're more than welcome to. This oden wouldn't be what it is now if you hadn't helped out with the secret port back then.

Oden Stallkeeper: Here's your chikuwabu, by the way.

Yggdrasil: ...!

Rosetta: Haha... She says she needs to eat as much good food as she can in order to grow stronger.

Vyrn: Now that sounds like the Yggs we know and love!

Lyria: Let's all learn more new things and get stronger together!

The crew laugh together as their hungry member eagerly sets her sights on a new goal.

Meanwhile, the Mephorash soldiers toast their pints together and enjoy their nostalgic meal.

Off to the side, Pommern sits next to his helpful soldier.

Pommern: So these are what Yggdrasil managed to gather in the forest?

Helpful Soldier: Yes. I was hoping we could identify who these objects once belonged to...

Pommern: It might take a while, but I shall do what I can.

Pommern: Did she find anything that was your brother's?

Helpful Soldier: Yes... My mother knitted this handkerchief. Seems like he kept it with him until the very end.

Pommern: Is that so...

Pommern: Before I forget, there's still the matter of your punishment.

Helpful Soldier: Y-yes, sir.

Pommern: Breaking protocol is a severe offense. You'll need to be placed under house arrest.

Helpful Soldier: I see... I understand.

Pommern: You will not be allowed to work for the duration of your confinement.

Pommern: So for the time being, go home and take care of your parents.

Helpful Soldier: Sir... Yes, sir!

Pommern: The alcohol must be quite strong today... Stallkeep, I'll have another round and some daikon.

Oden Stallkeeper: Comin' right up.

Pommern pours his helpful soldier some more drink, then looks over to the others.

At the sight of Yggdrasil, surrounded by good food and good company, he can't help but crack a small smile.

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Other Appearances

Rage of Bahamut

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  Yggdrasil [創生樹]

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  Bloom Yggdrasil [創花樹]

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Shadowverse

Yggdrasil

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Effect	Drain. Fanfare: Choose - Put either a Blessings of Creation or a Wrath of Nature into your hand.
	The first greenery to germinate in the world. Her limitless mercy comforts all creation, and her hidden might makes all nature tremble.

Evolved	Drain.
	The mother of life, the source of providence. Her infinite love spreads across the continent like the greenery. And if the world's path should ever be in err, that love shall turn to wrath and cover the world like greenery.

Class	Forestcraft
Trait	–
Card Pack	Dawnbreak Nightedge
SV Portal	Yggdrasil

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Blessings of Creation

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Effect	Draw 2 cards. Enhance (2): Add 2 to the number of cards played this turn.

Evolved	The noble shimmer of life for you, noble one. —Yggdrasil

Class	Forestcraft
Trait	–
Card Pack
SV Portal	Blessings of Creation

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Wrath of Nature

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Effect	Give an allied follower +1/+0 and Rush. Enhance (4): Then give all allied followers Storm.
	The noble shimmer of life must not be defiled by anyone. —Yggdrasil

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Class	Forestcraft
Trait	–
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SV Portal	Wrath of Nature

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