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Official Profile

Age 30
Height 222 cm
Race Draph
Hobbies Reading (especially collections of poems), walks, training
Likes Refreshing mornings, black tea
Dislikes Noise, cowardice, lies
Source [1] [2] [3]
* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.
Age 30歳
Height 222cm
Race ドラフ
Hobbies 読書(特に詩集)、散歩、鍛錬
Likes 爽やかな朝、紅茶
Dislikes 騒がしさ、卑怯なこと、嘘
Source [1] [2] [3]

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1 ✔

I just wanted to wish you a very happy birthday.
The fact that you stand here today is proof of all you have overcome in your life.
Continue upon your noble path and live for greatness.
2 ✔

Happy birthday to you, (Captain).
Virtue, integrity, and honor. As we've traveled together, I've witnessed you exhibiting these qualities over the course of the year.
Please allow me to continue watching over you from here on out.

3 ✔

Happy birthday, (Captain). You've grown 365 days wiser.
So how'd your year go? Did you accomplish everything you hoped to?
A year of life really isn't as long as it seems. It's hardly easy to follow a path you believe in...
But every day counts for something. I hope we can continue working together, sparing no effort in pursuit of justice.
Please allow me to look after you this year as well.

4 ✔

Happy birthday, (Captain).
As you age, you may find that time and experience blur the vision of justice that once seemed so clear to you.
Experience broadens your outlook, but it can be easier to lose your way if you're trying to look in all directions at once.
When you have those moments, I want you to plant your feet firmly on the ground, and carefully pick your destination.
But rest assured. Even if you should wander from your chosen path, your traveling companions will always be by your side.
I will be here to search the horizon with you and help you decide which way to go.
So please keep moving forward without fear, (Captain).

5 ✔

How do you feel now that you're one year older, (Captain)?
Over this past year, I've witnessed many things that amazed me while traveling with you—things that surpassed even my wildest imagination.
At the same time, there were things that caused me to fear as well.
I fear that the power which you possess will become a burden for you.
In my line of work, I have seen many become consumed by power and stray from their original paths... I need not tell you what became of them in the end.
Of course, with a heart as strong and kind as yours, I'm sure there is no need to fear such a fate in your case.
But if you are ever faced with any kind of hardship, please do not hesitate to turn to me for support.
I hope that I can be of assistance to you as you continue on your journey. I look forward to accompanying you on your adventures from here on out, (Captain).

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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1 ✔

I wish you a happy New Year.
Your future is the sum of each year's experiences. I hope this year bears fruit for you as well.

2 ✔

Happy New Year, (Captain).
Nothing can replace the time I've spent on the crew.
I hope that I too will be of some worth to your future...

3 ✔

Happy New Year. I actually bought some eggnog, so would you care for a glass, (Captain)?
It's loaded with nutrients and believed to be effective for recovering from exhaustion.
After such an exciting year, I think it's just the drink for you, (Captain).
I say we partake to kick off the new year. May the coming year bring further health and prosperity.

4 ✔

Pant, pant...
Phew... Oh, if it isn't (Captain).
Happy New Year. Did you come to watch the first sunrise?
I was taking my first sprint of the new year. Did I surprise you?
Running with all of my might along these mountain roads allows me to reflect upon the things I should do in the upcoming year.
I believe I'll take another lap. Would you like to join me, (Captain)?

5 ✔

(Captain), have you already decided on your resolution for this year?
Mine is, of course, "forever pure, forever righteous."
You shouldn't take them as merely words. By deciding on a resolution for yourself, your daily actions from there on will also grow to have meaning.
Righteousness in the sword is born from the conviction of the one who wields it. It is the same concept.
Ah, forgive me—I didn't mean to lecture. I hope I haven't offended you in any way.
I pray this will be another fruitful year for you. Rest assured that you have my full support.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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1 ✔

Hmm, Valentine's Day...
I can't say I have much interest in today, but to dismiss your feelings would be most disrespectful.
I humbly accept your gift with utmost thanks.

2 ✔

A present for me? Ah, yes, it's Valentine's Day.
You're quite diligent to continue for the second year in a row.
I'm not complaining of course. I'm honored that you thought of me. Thank you.

3 ✔

Oh, are these for me? Thank you.
Heh-heh. Given that you went through the trouble on my behalf, I can't very well not accept.
I'm most delighted. You have my heartfelt gratitude.

4 ✔

Oh, (Captain). Am I to receive a gift from you this year as well?
I gladly accept.
Oh my, they look absolutely delicious.
The opportunity for people to express their everyday gratitude and friendship in the form of gift exchange...
Valentine's Day is truly a wonderful custom, isn't it?
I'll make every effort to repay your display of good will with an act of kindness of my own.

5 ✔

Could it be that this chocolate is for me?
To prepare something every year without fail... You are truly a person of integrity, (Captain).
It certainly shows that you are not only diligent, but kind as well.
This kind of regard for others brings happiness to many people, and in turn, it will surely lead oneself to happiness along the way.
Thanks to your gift, I was able to come to a new realization. You have my deepest gratitude.

White Day Cutscenes
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1 ✔

Today's White Day, isn't it?
Allow me to give you this present for all your daily efforts. Would you be so kind as to accept it?

2 ✔

Please accept this White Day present on my behalf.
It's not just to say thanks for the Valentine's Day chocolates you gave me. I appreciate what you do every single day.
It's fine if you want to eat them now, but how about a tea break first?

3 ✔

La-di-da!
Hum, hum, hum!
And now I'll just let these cool off and add a few decorations... There! All done!
Now then, I suppose I should clean up before (Captain) gets back...
Oh! So you're back already, (Captain)? How long have you been standing there?
You gave me a scare. I was actually baking some cookies as a White Day present.
How'd you like to try one while they're still fresh from the oven?
Excellent. I'll get some tea as well. That's just what we need to properly enjoy these cookies.

4 ✔

Please accept this gift. They're cookies that I baked to thank you.
And because it's White Day. Hurry, try them before they get cold.
Haha. That's quite a bewildered face.
I'm sure you're surprised because they are far less sweet than you assumed?
You see, I wanted to bake some that are a little more intricate than last year's batch.
So I made cookies that you can customize with toppings to your liking.
Here are the toppings I've prepared.
Chocolate, jam, cream... Use what you like and as much of it as you want.

5 ✔

I'd like you to have this, (Captain). This is in return for Valentine's Day.
I tried something new this year and prepared several types of desserts using black tea.
Black tea chiffon cake, black tea mousse, black tea donuts... I also baked cookies using black tea leaves.
I came up with several recipes as I wanted you to taste all sorts of delicious things.
Although it ended up being more work than I had anticipated, the smile on your face certainly wipes away all my fatigue.
Please let me know how you like them. If there's something to your taste, I'll make it for you again next year.

Gift
Chocolate Biscuits
3rd year:
Light Cookies
Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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1 ✔

Trick or treat.
I understand the costumes, but I can't pardon tricks.
How about performing a good deed instead?

2 ✔

It's time to put on a costume and give out sweets to the children. I'm sure the children would be delighted to see you.
Me? Well, I would love to do it for the children, but...
As you can see, my size can often scare the little ones.

3 ✔

Trick or treat... That's what the kids say, right? I have plenty of treats ready to go.
Pumpkin pudding, pumpkin pie, pumpkin juice, and pumpkin cookies...
Oh, I've got pumpkin cupcakes too.
Care to try something?
Heh-heh. There's no need to be shy. I made more than enough, so take whatever you want.

4 ✔

Why don't I try scaring people this year, you ask?
Well, with an imposing figure like mine, I'm rather frightening to children as it is.
By the way, what are you doing with all that cloth, (Captain)?
If I look closely, I'll figure it out? Well then, let's have a look-see...
Oh, there's some sort of face drawn on the front.
Ah, so this is a ghost costume?
Did you draw the face, (Captain)? I thought it looked like your style. It's rather adorable somehow.
I see... Wearing this might mitigate the fright factor of my appearance.
What an excellent idea. I'll gladly make use of it.

5 ✔

Happy Halloween, (Captain).
Heh, I look like I'm having fun?
Actually, the children in the crew asked if I wanted to go into town with them just now.
They said that if I go with them, the kids in town won't be so afraid of me either.
Once again, the crew's kindness touched me deeply...
This must be thanks to you setting a good example for them.
I consider it a great honor to be a part of your crew, (Captain).

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1 ✔

Happy holidays.
I heard Santa Claus pays a visit to good children.
He knows that adhering to virtue, integrity, and honor is truly the most important thing of all.

2 ✔

There will be throngs of people making merry tonight, opening their hearts which would normally be reserved.
But putting that aside, when I see the twinkling eyes of the boys and girls who have been eagerly awaiting this day...
It warms my heart, and I can't help but smile.

3 ✔

So the merriest day of the year has come. I'm delighted to have the opportunity to spend such a wonderful night with you.
The Lumiel Order of Holy Knights has made it a tradition to decorate a tree today too.
And we generally have the captain of our order place the star on top of the tree.
Naturally Captain Charlotta is no exception.
Our tree was pretty tall one year, so I actually lifted up the captain to help her.
Heh-heh... Those were the days.

4 ✔

The market is certainly bustling during the holidays, isn't it? I thought I would go out to buy provisions, but these crowds made that a challenge.
What did I buy? They were selling these exquisite turkeys, so I purchased a couple.
I should be able to feed the entire crew with these. They'll be the main course for tonight's feast.
I also plan to make a smaller portion specifically for Charlotta's little skyfarer's meal.
You want a little skyfarer's meal too? Then I will happily prepare two.

5 ✔

Oh, (Captain)... What are you doing here in the kitchen? If you're looking for a light meal, I can prepare something for you right away.
You smelled something sweet? It must have been the cake I was baking earlier.
I made a cake as a present for Captain Charlotta, you see. I'm just about to go and give it to her.
Would you like to join us, (Captain)?
Heh, no need to hold back. After all, the more the merrier—I'm sure Captain Charlotta would be happy to share.
Actually, I'm hoping to note down what you like as reference for your present next year as well.

Fate Episodes

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A Holy Knight Indeed

The Holy Knight Baotorda saves (Captain) and company from the Erste Empire. He shocks them by saying he left his order to help them, and that justice required it. But when he sees how worried they are, he volunteers to join their crew.


Imperial Soldier: Hey! Stop! Where do you think you're going? Stop! Fugitives!
Vyrn: What a pain! Aren't they ever going to stop chasing us?
Lyria: Over here, (Captain)!
???: Huh?
Lyria: Aahh!
???: Pardon me... Are you hurt, young lady?
Lyria: Sorry... I'm in a bit of a hurry, and—
Imperial Soldier: You! Don't move!
Vyrn: Lyria! What are you doing? You'll be caught!
Lyria: Whoa! You're right!
Lyria: Sorry! We really are in a hurry... Forgive me!
???: ...
???: Hmm... Why are those kids being chased by imperial soldiers?
Knight: I suspect that they're members of the fugitive crew being hunted by the Erste Empire.
???: I see... You mean the ones who allegedly stole the empire's experimental test subject?
Knight: That's right... As knights of the order, we should probably stay out of it.
???: What? Are you seriously telling me to ignore a bunch of children who are being pursued by imperial troops?
Knight: But they're fugitives... We shouldn't do anything to damage relations between Lumiel and the Erste Empire...
Knight: Besides, the letter has been safely delivered, and we should get back to Lumiel as soon as possible...
???: If that's how it is, I hereby resign from the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights.
???: Please inform Captain Charlotta upon your return to Lumiel.
Knight: Wha? But, Officer Baotorda!
Vyrn: Ugh... This isn't good. We're getting further and further away from the Grandcypher.
Vyrn: It looks like we have no choice but to take them on...
Lyria: But if we fight here, we'll endanger the townspeople!
Vyrn: And if we don't, we'll be caught...
Baotorda: This way! Hide here! Quickly!
Lyria: Wha? Didn't we meet earlier?
Baotorda: Hmm... There are no signs of anyone. Looks like we've given your pursuers the slip.
Lyria: Thank you. Mr... um...
Baotorda: How rude of me. I still haven't introduced myself.
Baotorda: My name is Baotorda. I'm a member of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights...
Baotorda: Or I was until a few minutes ago at least.
Baotorda: Now... well... I'm no longer a member of any order. I'm just a simple knight.
Lyria: Did something happen?
Baotorda: No... It was nothing really.
Baotorda reveals that he voluntarily left the Holy Knights to save (Captain) and company.
Vyrn: No way! But why would you do something like that so suddenly?
Baotorda: I couldn't just leave you in such a tight spot, could I?
Vyrn: Well, we appreciate that... but you don't even know us...
Baotorda: A group of armed soldiers pursuing a group of mere children...
Baotorda: Would you be able to watch that and think it justice, whatever the reason?
Baotorda: I would offer up my cherished sword and even my body in the name of justice... I am always ready to do whatever justice requires.
Baotorda: Weak I may be, but if there is any way for me to help thwart evil, justice requires that I do so.
Lyria: But surely you didn't need to leave your order...
Baotorda: Oh, but I did. The Holy Kingdom of Lumiel currently has a reasonably cordial relationship with the Erste Empire.
Baotorda: If I were to start a conflict, it would cause great difficulty for the leader of my order and for His Eminence.
Baotorda: So the only way I could see justice done was as a simple knight, not as a member of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights...
Lyria: That's awful...
Baotorda: ...
Baotorda: Young lady, when you see my sword, what do you think?
Lyria: Huh? Um... I think it's pretty...
Baotorda: Yes, it certainly is a beautiful sword. And the reason it's beautiful is because it never wavers.
Baotorda: It unerringly follows the way of justice. Nothing could be more beautiful. And that's why I never waver from that path.
Baotorda: Forever pure, forever righteous. The motto of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights...
Baotorda: But simply having an ideal is not enough. It needs to be acted upon.
Baotorda: Do you think position or affiliation is required for that?
Vyrn: Um...
Lyria: Uh... but... um... well...
Baotorda: Hmm... I see. How about if I put it like this?
Lyria: Huh?
Baotorda: Position and power are not needed to dispense justice...
Baotorda: But I'm not arrogant enough to think that my sword alone is enough to overcome evil.
Baotorda: So... I'd like to request that you allow me to join your crew.
Baotorda: Forever pure, forever righteous... Would you help me continue to uphold the ideals of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights?
  1. Of course!
  2. I don't know...

Choose: Of course!
Lyria: Great! I'm happy to have you too!

Choose: I don't know...
Vyrn: Wait a minute! Isn't that a bit harsh?
Vyrn: He saved us! Don't we owe him for that?
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Baotorda: Thank you. From now on, I fight alongside (Captain) in the name of justice!
Baotorda: And it looks like I don't have to worry about food or accommodations after all.
Vyrn: Huh? What's that supposed to mean?
Baotorda: Exactly what it sounds like! I didn't expect to have either after resigning from the Holy Knights...
Baotorda: And as Holy Knights, we didn't have any personal items or private funds.
Vyrn: Hey... Wasn't that going a bit far?
Baotorda: But don't you think voluntary poverty is a wonderful thing?
With the noble knight as their new companion, (Captain) and company continue their journey.
For some time after he joins, his frugality has an effect all over the Grandcypher.

A Willingness to Learn

Upon reporting to the Knickknack Shack, Baotorda, (Captain), and the others receive a request to train some new soldiers. They head to the forest to do so and find a group of people hardly better than thugs. They brace themselves and get to work.


(Captain) and company visit the Knickknack Shack to report a successfully completed monster-hunting mission.
Baotorda: Well, (Captain)'s sword skills certainly are something to behold.
Baotorda: The result of innate talent and a beautiful heart devoted to training...
Baotorda: (Captain)'s swordsmanship reminds me of the current captain of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights, who is said to be the strongest in the history of the order.
Vyrn: Heh-heh! Did you hear that, (Captain)! That's quite a compliment!
  1. You're overestimating me...
  2. I'm just that good.

Choose: You're overestimating me...
Baotorda: Oh, there's no need to be modest.
Baotorda: Humility is a beautiful thing... but it's important to understand the extent of your own skills as well.

Choose: I'm just that good.
Baotorda: Ah... So you're confident as well. You seem to have everything necessary to achieve success, (Captain).
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Baotorda: I know you train every day, but your skills are truly incredible considering your young age.
Sierokarte: I'm so sorry I kept you waiting!
Sierokarte: Thank you for completing that mission so quickly!
Baotorda: A good deed is meaningless unless done in a timely fashion.
Baotorda: Not a moment can be wasted if the innocent are being threatened by monsters.
Sierokarte: Tee-hee! I'm glad you feel that way.
Sierokarte: To tell you the truth, I have another job for hard workers such as yourselves...
Vyrn: Hmm... Training soldiers, huh?
Baotorda: Apparently the soldiers are engaged in practical training in this forest, which is full of monsters.
Baotorda: And as seasoned skyfarers, they want us to oversee the training.
Lyria: Hee-hee... I wonder what they're like. Isn't this exciting?
New Soldier 1: Hey! You just stepped on my foot!
New Soldier 2: Huh? Why the hell would I care? It's your own fault for not standing still!
New Soldier 3: Hey, you're a cutie! You want to go get some coffee with me?
Lyria: Ha-ha... This doesn't look so good...
Vyrn: It looks terrible! It's pretty much a group of thugs!
Baotorda: This might be harder than I thought...
Baotorda: But teaching them the ways of a noble soldier is a very important job. Let's begin the training.

A Willingness to Learn: Scene 2

During their training, a soldier says that Baotorda must be stronger than (Captain). But Baotorda replies that he will always be one step behind because all he's capable of is training.


Monster: Grraaagh...
Vyrn: Nice! Good job, (Captain)!
Baotorda: As always your swordsmanship is a cut above the rest...
New soldier: Huh? Aren't you stronger than that kid? You're way bigger too.
Baotorda: Is that how it seems to you? Body size does not matter. I know this better than anyone else.
Baotorda: I am indeed strong. But there's still a crucial something that I'm missing.
Baotorda: There is that level that only a select few will ever reach... A place where training alone will never be enough...
Baotorda: I seek to improve myself every day in hopes of reaching that place... But alas...
Baotorda: No matter how much I push myself... I will always be one step behind.
New soldier: Hmm? Is that how it is? I can't tell, because you both just seem plain strong to me.
Baotorda: That's how it is. Well, that's enough chit-chat for now.
Baotorda: We're here today for your training... Don't let your guard down.

A Willingness to Learn: Scene 3

During the rigorous training, the soldiers start complaining that they'll never find glory no matter how hard they try. Baotorda replies that his efforts have never truly failed him.


Monster: Grargh!
New Soldier 1: I can hardly move anymore...
New Soldier 2: Damn it! Screw this! I'm done! Forget this training!
Vyrn: Hey! What's going on?
New Soldier 2: I'm done with this stupid training! That's what's going on!
New Soldier 2: We know how to fight decently already. Isn't that enough?
Baotorda: So what will you do if you run into a monster for which decent isn't good enough?
New Soldier 2: If that happens... I'll just leave it to someone stronger! Whoever people say is the strongest!
New Soldier 1: That's right. No matter how hard we try, we won't ever find glory anyway.
Lyria: Don't say that...
Baotorda: You know... There are certainly times when hard work simply goes unrewarded.
Baotorda: There have been times when I myself was faced with overwhelming brilliance, and my measly efforts seemed completely meaningless...
Baotorda: But if you want something to change, all you can do is put in the effort.
Baotorda: There were so many times when my efforts weren't enough... It seemed so unfair... so futile...
Baotorda: But not once did my efforts betray me... They always added to my strength.
New Soldier 2: ...
Monster: Groar!
Baotorda: And besides... there's something to be said for reaching certain heights through raw effort without the aid of a natural gift.
Baotorda: Allow me to demonstrate. Watch carefully!

A Willingness to Learn: Scene 4

After training the soldiers, (Captain) and company head back to town. Baotorda says the soldiers reminded him of what's truly important, and he renews his resolve to improve himself so he can live in a way that's noble and true.


(Captain)'s crew finishes training the soldiers and is on the way back to town.
Vyrn: Phew... That was a tough mission.
Vyrn: It would have been easier to just hunt monsters, don't you think?
Baotorda: Heh-heh... Who knows.
Lyria: Oh? You seem unusually cheery, Baotorda.
Baotorda: Yes... Watching those soldiers reminded me of what's truly important.
Baotorda: I almost forgot due to spending so much time with (Captain)...
Baotorda: But I must return to my roots and focus on constant self-improvement.
Baotorda: Not to reach some arbitrary milestone or to compare myself to others...
Baotorda: But for myself... To be forever pure, forever righteous...
Baotorda: I look forward to continuing my journey with you, (Captain).
Interacting with the untrained soldiers strengthens Baotorda's determination to continue his own training.
His newfound resolve will surely continue to shine brightly, never to be obscured by even the most brilliant of lights.

A Noble Pair

Charlotta and Baotorda cross paths as members of (Captain)'s crew and discuss Charlotta's reason for taking time away from the Lumiel Order. Just then, a robber bursts into the tavern. All it takes is a single battle with this robber for Baotorda to realize that, though Charlotta has left the holy knights behind, she is still the picture of nobility.


Charlotta: ...
Baotorda: ...
Vyrn: Gulp...
Charlotta: ...
Baotorda: ...
Lyria: Ahhh...
A strange coincidence brings the Lumiel Order's Captain Charlotta and Baotorda together as members of (Captain)'s crew.
The crew sits in a tavern, but the two don't seem quite ready to talk.
Charlotta: ...
Baotorda: ...
Charlotta: ...
Baotorda: My word... To think I'd meet you under these circumstances, Captain Charlotta...
Charlotta: Um... Well, I can't say I was expecting this myself...
Baotorda: From what I've heard... You scurried off from the order in hopes of growing taller...
Baotorda: And during your travels you met (Captain) and have been with their crew ever since.
Charlotta: Y-yes... That sounds about right...
Baotorda: Hrm... Well it was no secret to the order that you were quite... particular about your height.
Baotorda: But for you to go so far as to leave... What were you thinking?
Baotorda: Though I suppose I'm not one to talk, considering here I am in (Captain)'s crew myself...
Charlotta: I, as captain, couldn't forgive those who would try to turn the holy knights into a laughingstock...
Charlotta: I felt it my responsibility to grow taller... for the sake of the order's dignity...
Baotorda: We chose you as captain because we respected you from the bottom of our hearts...
Baotorda: How could you even think we'd pay mind to the words of such rabble?
Charlotta: But don't you see... you chose me. I wanted to live up to your expectations.
Charlotta: I... I just wanted you to understand. I wanted to be a captain you could look up to...
Baotorda: But... Captain Charlotta...
Lyria: Oh, no... I never know what to do when things get like this...
Vyrn: Well, what else would you expect?
Lyria: What do we do? If things stay like this, they might not ever make up...
Vyrn: Nah... It'll probably work itself out soon...
Robber: All right! Nobody moves, nobody gets hurt!
Staff: Ack! What do you think you're doing!
Robber: Ehehe... I think that's obvious, innit? Just hand over the cash, nice and easy...
???: You stop right there! You've done more than enough!
Robber: Hm? What the? Looks like we got ourselves a hero...
Charlotta: As the captain of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights, I will not let such violence go unpunished!
Baotorda: So long as I stand, evil shall never prosper! Mark my words: you'll rue the day you came into this tavern.
Charlotta: Baotorda! With me!
Baotorda: Of course!
I hope you're ready, scoundrel!
Staff: Oh, thank you! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Who knows what'd be happening now if you weren't here...
Charlotta: Worry not. We're only doing what is right!
Charlotta and Baotorda move as one. The robber is finished in the blink of an eye.
Staff: Hrm... To think such a small child could show such courage...
Staff: It's enough to put us adults to shame!
Charlotta: Hmph! You're quite mistaken! I know I may look li—
Baotorda: Ah... Allow me to say, she is no child.
Staff: Huh?
Baotorda: Hehe... She's a holy knight more than worthy of the motto of our order. Forever pure, forever righteous.
Charlotta: ...!
Vyrn: Hah... Looks like they're back to being buddies again, eh?
Lyria: Yeah! I can't believe I was so worried!
Baotorda: I must say... a good workout always makes me a bit peckish. How about it, Captain Charlotta?
Charlotta: Hm... Now that you mention it, I could eat something...
Baotorda: I'll see if they'll let me use the kitchen. It's been quite a while since I've made a good Little Skyfarer's Lunch.
Charlotta: You don't say! That's your specialty! I'd love to eat it again!
Vyrn: Welp... I guess some things never change.
Beaming and practically skipping, Charlotta follows Baotorda into the kitchen.
And Charlotta isn't the only one impressed by Baotorda's cooking, even if it is a kid's meal.

Lessons from a Veteran Knight

Baotorda is giving Bridgette some sword training, but she soon gives up. During a break, he prepares her a Little Skyfarer's Lunch, but she announces she cannot eat it. Baotorda questions the prudence of admitting defeat before even attempting a challenge, causing Bridgette to reflect on her bad habits. She eats heartily before launching herself back into training with renewed purpose.


Bridgette: Pant... Pant... Here I... come!
Bridgette: Yah! Huff... Pant...
Baotorda: That won't do. Your strokes are crooked. Focus, Bridgette.
Bridgette is receiving sword training from Baotorda.
Both once belonged to the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights, but they only met each other in person a short while ago...
One day, as she cleans the Grandcypher deck, Bridgette spots a familiar figure and stops dead in her tracks, the soapy rag falling from her nerveless fingers.
Bridgette: Oh my! You're... Baotorda, of the Lumiel Order of Holy Knights, aren't you?
Baotorda: Yes... And you are?
Bridgette: My name is Bridgette. I joined the order, but had to resign under certain circumstances!
As Baotorda is taken aback by this rather abrupt self-introduction, Bridgette explains her situation in detail.
After he has listened, Baotorda seems persuaded by her story and gives his own in turn.
Bridgette: I can scarcely believe that someone like you would withdraw from the order as well...
Baotorda: I do not regret the decision. I merely remained true to my principles.
Bridgette: Goodness! J-Just as one would expect from an officer of your caliber. Yes, indeed!
Bridgette: Um! I'm rather ashamed to ask this of you when we've only just met, but... Would you be willing to train me?
Baotorda agrees, and training begins.
Bridgette: Urgh... I think I've reached my limit... I can't possibly lift my sword again...
Baotorda: Hmm... You do realize you've only made five sword strokes so far? You should aim for at least a hundred...
Bridgette: Guh? A h-hundred? I could never manage that! Impossible!
Seeing Bridgette tremble as if in terror, Baotorda lets out a small sigh.
Baotorda: Honestly...
Very well, then. Let's take a break.
Vyrn: Geez... You hit a wall pretty fast, didn'tcha?
Bridgette: Oooh... I know. I'm disappointed in myself too. But limits are limits. I just don't have the strength that other knights do.
Lyria: Aw... Cheer up! Baotorda's preparing a meal for us! It's sure to be delicious!
Vyrn: Well, you're right there. No point in lookin' back in regret when we can look forward... to food!
As the group waits impatiently, Baotorda appears with food in hand.
Lyria: Wow! It looks so good!
Bridgette: Huh? Wait... Is it just me, or is mine a little... different from everyone else's?
Baotorda: It certainly is. For you, I've prepared a Little Skyfarer's Lunch.
Bridgette: Umm... "Little Skyfarer," you say?
Lyria: Hm? Don't you like Little Skyfarer's Lunches, Bridgette?
Bridgette: Erm... Well, no, but more to the point, I'm... I'm already nineteen years old...
Bridgette: This is rather embarrassing... In fact, it's too embarrassing... I c-can't bring myself to eat it... Impossible...
Baotorda: Hah... Nothing to be embarrassed about! This is Captain Charlotta's favorite meal, I'll have you know!
Bridgette: Huh? Captain Charlotta's favorite, you say? But... The captain is even older than I am...
Baotorda: That's true. But a person is free to eat whatever they please. Just as you're free to decline this dish.
Baotorda: However... I'd question the person who declares something "impossible" before even attempting it, wouldn't you?
Bridgette: !
Baotorda: Through admirable hard work and perseverance, Captain Charlotta overcame the disadvantages presented by her small stature.
Baotorda: I'm sure there were many around her who mocked her, and deemed her goals "impossible." Yet she was able to take the seat of captain.
Baotorda: That is what comes of attempting the impossible, and persevering until it becomes possible.
Bridgette: ...
Baotorda: That is why Charlotta commands both of our respect, and why you wish to fight alongside her.
Bridgette: Yes, I... Yes, that's right.
Baotorda: You understand your own abilities better than anyone. That is how you can judge what is impossible for you.
Baotorda: That judgment is invaluable. But I believe you are too ready to disqualify yourself from certain endeavors, without even attempting them first. Don't you?
Bridgette: That's... That's true. I'm ashamed to admit you're right.
Baotorda: Heh heh. The ability to recognize your own bad habits is the first step toward improvement.
Baotorda: And by the way, my motives in making you this lunch were not pedagogical.
Baotorda: This food is full of nutrients, perfect for building up your basic strength.
Baotorda: And for someone of small stature like yourself, the Little Skyfarer's Lunch provides just the right quantity. It's the logical choice.
Bridgette: I understand! Then I shall take on this culinary challenge! And I most certainly won't utter the word "impossible"!
Bridgette appears to ready herself, then digs into the lunch before her.
Bridgette: Oh my goodness! This is so good! I mean... It's absolutely... delectable!
Baotorda: Heh heh... Once you're finished, we'll take a short break. Then it's back to training.
Baotorda: The same rigorous training you said was impossible earlier.
Bridgette: Oh, absolutely! Yes, sir!
Om nom nom... Delicious!
Smiling gently, Baotorda watches over Bridgette until she finishes the Little Skyfarer's Lunch.
Afterward, the two train together, and Bridgette surpasses her earlier record.
Bridgette: I've done it! Seven strokes! Seven sword strokes in a row!
Vyrn: Really? That's amaz... ing?
Vyrn: Hold on, just seven? What the heck!
It seems like the future in which Bridgette can fight alongside the captain she so admires is still a ways off.

Feel the Love!

Baotorda helps boys and girls working near a treacherous mountain road, but their father is furious at him for interfering with their upbringing. Baotorda is badly shaken, but Ghandagoza cheers him up, and the two of them level out the mountain road, much to the delight of the children.


(Captain) and company, who are on a mission to transport some goods, are walking down a steep mountain path.
Vyrn: Pant... Wheeze... Are we ever gonna get to that village? I'm starving.
Baotorda: Heh-heh. I know it's hard, but try to tough it out just a little longer. We're almost there.
Vyrn: Really? All right, Lyria! Let's find something to eat as soon as we get there!
Lyria: Yeah! Just hearing that makes me feel a bit better! Let's hurry!
But just as the reinvigorated crew is about to get going, the unlikely sound of wood splitting echoes from the nearby forest.
Baotorda: Huh? Let's go see what's going on.
Boy: Ugh... Hyah!
(Captain) and company head into the forest and find a boy struggling to split firewood with an axe that's too big for him.
Vyrn: Yikes! What's he thinking? He's wobbling all over the place with that thing!
Baotorda: Hold it, young man. It's dangerous to lift an axe that's too big for you. Let me take care of that.
Boy: No, thank you. This is really something I have to do myself. If I don't—
Baotorda: Heh-heh... Don't be silly, little one. Now hand me that axe.
Boy: Whoa!
Baotorda takes the axe from the boy.
Baotorda: Hyaaah!
The boy's eyes sparkle as he watches Baotorda make short work of the firewood.
Boy: Ha-ha! Thanks a lot, man!
Baotorda: No trouble at all. Do try to use an axe you can actually lift next time.
Lyria: Hee-hee. Baotorda sure looks pleased.
Vyrn: Heh-heh. Well, helping people is a hobby of his, right?
The crew resumes its journey down the steep mountain path toward the village but soon sees a girl washing clothes in the river.
Baotorda: Oh? What's a little girl doing in a monster-infested place like this?
Lyria: Whoa! There he goes.
Vyrn: Sheesh... What's the big hurry anyway? Well, Lyria, we better help out too!
Lyria: That's right!
As the crew continues down the mountain, Baotorda helps other boys and girls as well.
By the time all this work is done and the goods are finally delivered, night has fallen.
Vyrn: Oh, an apple!
Baotorda: Sorry, guys. I didn't really mean to rope you into all that and make you wait so long to eat.
Lyria: Munch, munch... Oh, it's nothing. Everyone seemed so grateful after all!
Vyrn: Munch, munch... Yeah! I mean, I was hungry and all, but there's nothing wrong with doing a good deed!
Baotorda: Heh-heh... Well, food always tastes better when you work for it. Let's take our time with dinner!
But someone interrupts (Captain) and company as they enjoy their meal.
Father: Hey! You're the ones, right? The guys who were helping kids in the mountains.
Baotorda: Indeed. Those mountains are dangerous, and those kids were having trouble.
Father: Damn... Why couldn't you just mind your own business?
Baotorda: What do you mean?
Father: Well, I'm their father, and you interfered with an important part of their upbringing.
Vyrn: Huh? What are you saying?
The father stares hard at the crew and then reveals that his wife died the other day.
He adds that he has no idea when he'll follow her, which is why he was trying to teach his children to fend for themselves.
Father: Are you guys getting this? Or do you plan to help my kids with their duties every day for the rest of their lives?
Baotorda: Forgive me. I had no idea you had anything like that in mind.
Father: Don't mention it. Everything's fine as long as you understand. I'm sorry to drag you through this even though you were just trying to be kind.
He sighs quietly and leaves the restaurant.
Meanwhile, Baotorda bites his lower lip and practically collapses into his chair.
That night Baotorda stares up at the sky alone.
Baotorda: Hmm... Forever pure, forever righteous. It seems I still have a ways to go to live up to that. A long ways.
Baotorda: Heh-heh... Mistaken kindness, huh? I'm such a meddler. Ha-ha.
Lyria: Oh dear... Baotorda looks pretty upset.
Vyrn: Hmm... We need to try to cheer him up... Huh?
A gigantic figure approaches the miserable-looking Baotorda, who's practically curled into the fetal position.
Ghandagoza: Ha-ha! What has the world come to when a Holy Knight is reduced to this? Get it together!
Baotorda: Huh? Ghandagoza?
Ghandagoza: All right, tell me what's on your mind.
Ghandagoza sits down next to Baotorda with a thud and stares at the side of the knight's face.
Baotorda: I was only trying to make those children happy. But now I have no idea what to do.
Baotorda: I feel like I can't do anything right anymore. Sigh...
Ghandagoza: Ha-ha! Are you really all the Holy Knights have to offer? You call that righteousness? How disappointing!
Baotorda: Hold it. I won't allow even you to make a mockery of the Holy Knights.
Ghandagoza: Oho? And what do you plan to do about it? You're just a little man who can't even walk his own path of justice!
Baotorda: I'm warning you. Don't make me take up my sword.
Baotorda, who was downcast until only moments ago, rises to bravely face Ghandagoza.
Baotorda: As a defender of justice, I would—
As Baotorda begins his speech, Ghandagoza claps his massive hand against the knight's back.
Baotorda: Oof!
Ghandagoza: Ha-ha! Now that's more like it! That's the hero I was lookin' for, Baotorda!
Baotorda: ...
Ghandagoza: Giving up doesn't suit you. I know your convictions run a lot deeper than that.
Ghandagoza: I've lived my entire life by my fists, but seein' you this way is almost enough to make me weep into them!
Ghandagoza: And that's why I know you should live for something you believe in! Ha-ha!
Baotorda: Heh-heh... So you say I should follow my path straight to its end. Was a truer maxim ever spoken?
Deeply impressed by Ghandagoza's words, Baotorda's eyes twinkle.
Baotorda: But how am I supposed to do that?
Baotorda's eyes continue to twinkle as he stares at Ghandagoza, waiting for the man's next words.
Ghandagoza: Ha-ha! Follow me!
Vyrn: Phew. It was touch and go for a minute there, but it looks like everything turned out all right.
Lyria: Yeah! But all that suspense made me hungry. Heh-heh.
Vyrn: Heh-heh. Me too. I say we head back to the inn and eat something!
Ghandagoza: With these fists nothing is impossible!
Baotorda: Hyaaah! Forever pure, forever righteous!
Ghandagoza: True greatness is not achieved in a day! Again!
Baotorda: Hyaaah! Forever pure, forever righteous!
Strange scraping sounds reverberate through the air for the rest of that night.
When the children head up the mountain the next morning to go about their duties, the once perilous mountain path is completely level.
Girl: The mountain path... How could this be, bro?
Boy: Ha-ha. Wow! But who in the world could have done this?
No one is there to respond to their questions, but the children find the sun smiling down at them that day.

Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription. EnglishThis is an official translation.
全ては尊き御心のままに… I offer my everything in the name of justice...
日々、研鑽あるのみですね We must aim to better ourselves every day.
我が剣は正義と共に… My sword is the embodiment of justice!
これが正義です！ For justice!
我が前に悪は決して栄えません Evil shall not prevail!
鍛錬の相手にちょうど良いですね You make a good sparring partner!
掲げるだけの正義に意味は無いのです Justice in name only holds no meaning.
努力は自分を裏切りません Perseverance is never fruitless.
(主人公)には天稟があるようです You have a natural-born talent, (Captain).
共に志を貫きましょう(主人公) Let us fight for what we believe in, (Captain)!

References

  1. ↑ Cygames, Inc. (2016). GRANBLUE FANTASY CHRONICLE vol. 07.
  2. ↑ Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, 新キャラクター紹介！「バウタオーダ」「ジャンヌダルク」
  3. ↑ Cygames, Inc. (2018). GRANBLUE FANTASY GRAPHIC ARCHIVE IV.
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