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Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Opening
When the Lowain bros get fired up talking about their upcoming part-time job at the crew's next destination, Olivia wonders why the children of man place so much emphasis on food. Meanwhile in Auguste, an overabundance of unsold eals leads to them being discarded en masse.
(Captain) and company take a leisurely cruise through the skies in anticipation of their long-awaited vacation.
Any version of Olivia (Grand) is a crew member
It is a merry time for all aboard the Grandcypher as they venture toward their next destination.
Olivia: ...
For all but one, that is. Olivia stands alone on the deck, her eyes settled on the vast horizon before her.
No version of Olivia (Grand) in crew
(Captain) and company take a leisurely cruise through the skies in anticipation of their long-awaited vacation.
It is a merry time for all aboard the Grandcypher as they venture toward their next destination.
Olivia: ...
Olivia stands alone on the deck, her eyes settled on the vast horizon before her.
She joined the crew shortly after the cataclysms that shook the world.
The unbalancing of the tetra-elements governed by the four primarchs caused islands all over to begin sinking.
It was then that Olivia's island sunk into the abyss. In her search for safe haven, she caught sight of the crew amid the chaos.
Touched by their efforts in working together with primal beasts to thwart the cataclysms, Olivia asked to join the crew.
As the primal beast who wields the power of dusk, she can grant any foe a fitting ending, thus providing the crew with absolute protection at times of rest.
(Captain) gladly accepted her request, and they have been traveling together ever since.
Olivia: ...
But her true identity and purpose remain concealed to the crew.
Olivia: (Primal beast Olivia... That title, while not wrong, is not correct either.)
Olivia: (Long ago, when the Astrals took over the skydoms, I was born an archangel—one of the original primal beasts.)
Olivia: (With my mastery over dusk, I was tasked with preventing nightmares from seeping into the Sky Realm. But that was in the past.)
Olivia: (It was not long until my brethren and I stood against the lords and their Creator... So we became fallen angels as a result.)
Olivia: (We fought bravely; yet we were defeated. As a matter of course, we fallen few were sealed within Pandemonium.)
Olivia: (One day we will ascend once more. But to assure our victory, I will first need to observe our foe's movements.)
Olivia: (So long as I remain close to the singularity, I should be able to ascertain the movements of our enemies—including the supreme primarch's.)
Olivia: (Although I find it distasteful that I must feign to be an ally to a child of man...)
Olivia: (Brethren, I will fulfill my role and release you all from Pandemonium!)
Olivia's true objective is to free her captive brethren from Pandemonium.
She patiently observes the movements of her enemies, biding her time for a chance to strike.
Continue 1Olivia: (I've yet to uncover a way to save you all...)
Olivia: (I must act before the supreme primarch takes notice of me...)
Olivia: (But no... I cannot allow impetuosity to be my undoing. I shall remain patient until the opportunity arises...)
Vyrn: There you are, Olivia!
Olivia: Ah. Were you looking for me, Vyrn?
Vyrn: Yeah, it's chow time! I'm calling everyone who hasn't come to the mess hall yet!
Olivia: I see. Thank you for letting me know. I'll accompany you there.
Most in the crew have already gathered in the mess hall, making for a lively scene.
Lowain and his brosome buddies, Tomoi and Elsam, come out of the galley.
They approach (Captain), who waits in line for food, with a request of sorts.
Lowain: This dude we know from way back's been hit with a double whammy: food poisoning and heatstroke.
Tomoi: With how it's profit season and all, it's kinda on us to help a bro out, you know?
Elsam: Dude's in 'Guste, so we were thinkin' of helpin' out at the eal stand while enjoyin' the sun and...
Lowain: So the point is we need, like...
The Three: A double-work permit!
Choose: Permit? Nah, just do what you gotta.
The Three: Thank you very macho!
Lyria: Teehee, maaacho!
Lowain: Yo, wassup, Lyri-rad. You sayin' it like a pro!
Scathacha: Haha, what a racket.
Olivia: Has everyone already gathered? My apologies for keeping you all waiting.
Vyrn: So what were you guys chitchattin' about?
Lyria: It looks like Lowain and them will be working the eal stands this summer!
Vyrn: What's an eal? Do you mean veal?
Scathacha: Eal? That sounds just as strange to my ear. Tell us more.
Lowain: They're, like, these crazy long fish you can catch in Cyrath Island's jungles. Place is in 'Guste territory.
Tomoi: You can barbecue 'em, boil 'em, saute 'em. There's even eal kabobs, eal gumbo, pan-fried, deep-fried, stir-fried—
Elsam: Dude, you can't forget about the holy grail of eals...
The Three: Broil my eal, wahey!
Scathacha: Broil your what? You're not making any sense.
Lowain: We chop it into plump fillets, pour on a dose o' thick, sweet, salty sauce, and then put 'em on slow burn.
Lowain: Broiled eals are, like, the stuff of legends, I'm tellin' ya. I could eat that stuff all day.
Tomoi: Bro, just gimme the sauce and I'm good to go!
Elsam: Nah, brofams. Just gimme a sniff and I'll be on cloud ninety-nine.
Lowain and Tomoi: Word—
Tomoi: Wait, cloud ninety-nine? Seriously? I'd need more than a sniff to get there.
Lowain: Mm, shootin' the breeze about that broiled goodness has got my stomach rumblin'!
Elsam: It's a been-there-done-that deal for me. I once had rice while watchin' this guy cook up a storm.
Elsam: Every bite was as juicy as an eal!
Lowain: Dude, that's pretty woke.
Tomoi: Yeah, man, Sammy's imagination goes places.
A naive question arises in Olivia's mind.
Olivia: As long as we are able to procure sufficient nutrition, does it matter what we choose to digest?
Scathacha: Hm?
Scathacha: Daughter of dusk. I recall you're a primal beast?
Olivia: Correct. And rumors tell me you are the True Dragon Deirdre—
Scathacha: Scathacha. You can call me that while I'm in this form.
Olivia: Very well, Lady Scathacha. I shall keep that in mind.
Olivia: And I am also known as Olivia. I would much appreciate it if you could call me by that name.
Scathacha: Hm. Olivia, I see. I'm not too sure about Lady Scathacha though. Sounds a bit stiff.
Scathacha: I prefer to keep things simple. Just call me Scathacha.
Olivia: Of course. Well then, Scathacha, did you have an opinion to express?
Scathacha: Olivia, as beings who've transcended mere mortals, I have some good news for you.
Scathacha: The actions of people don't always follow a logical course. But they most certainly are interesting.
Scathacha: Their profound love of foods of all sorts never ceases to amaze me.
Scathacha: They never give a second thought to the trouble they must go through for tasty morsels.
Scathacha: To mortals, the feasts that they produce from raw ingredients are a treat to be savored.
Scathacha: In a way, it's their culture to enjoy good conversation while dining on good food.
Scathacha: To sum that all up by saying "procuring nutrition" can be seen as uncouth.
Rosetta: What a curious conversation you two are having.
Olivia: Rosetta.
Scathacha: As one who's had more time mingling with mortals, I was merely telling her a bit of what I've noticed.
Scathacha: Rosetta, as a fellow primal beast, surely you have a few things to teach Olivia.
Rosetta: Well, you're right... There's something special about the lives that people lead—something that we lack.
Rosetta: I, and all the other primals in the crew, find it most comforting and precious.
Rosetta: The day will come when you'll feel it too, Olivia. I'm sure of it.
Rosetta: Until then... I think it's okay to just be yourself.
Olivia: ...
Scathacha: Since you dine and doze with them in a shared living space, if you should ever lose that sense of wonderment about each other, life'll quickly become a painful bore.
Olivia: Is that so...
Scathacha: I've said a lot, but there's no need to think too hard about it.
Scathacha: Just cast yourself adrift and enjoy things as they are for now.
Olivia: I suppose you do have a point.
Olivia: I, too, am a member of this crew.
Olivia: As such it is only fair that I exert some effort into understanding the motivations behind the actions taken by the children of man.
Scathacha: That's a fine way to go about it.
Rosetta: Hehe.
Another day, another war on the Auguste Isles.
Vendor Guy: This is the season to be diggin' into these luscious eals! Perfect for an energy boost!
Vendor Lady: Cyrath eals fried fresh this morning! You won't find a better price anywhere else! Not to mention the tastiest you'll find around here to boot!
With eals in season, competition heats up at the market and between food stands to see who can attract the most customers. Only this year, it's reached a tipping point.
The recent poor haul has caused the price of eals to skyrocket. With hardly anyone willing to buy them anymore, the problem of the non-moving inventory only worsens with each passing day.
Vendor Guy: Ugh, can't sell these anymore. Left 'em out in the sun for too long.
Vendor Lady: Temperature's supposed to go up tomorrow. Ought to be more eals in the sea as a result. I'm gon' have to double my catch!
Cleaning Guy 1: Man, can you believe they just chuck these out? Don't they know eals are supposed to be in season?
Cleaning Guy 2: Probably a supply issue. Sure seems like a waste though...
Mass amounts of eal meat continue to be disposed of as dead stock.
???: What the heck are we gonna do wit' all these fish tanks when the world's yappin' about eals goin' extinct?
???: Consider yourselves lucky. Only reason you chums get the eal fishing grounds for yourselves is thanks to the boss.
Eal Fisherman 1: I couldn't be more thankful. It's a poor haul this year, but this ought to be enough to—
Eal Fisherman 2: Some killer fish is at it again! We've got two casualties this time!
Eal Fisherman 1: Oh no...
???: What's this about killer fish?
Monkey: Oo-ooh, aah-ah!
Monkey: Oo-ooh, aa-ah-aaah! Ooh-ooh!
The monkey perched up in the tree beats its chest in agitation.
???: ...
It stares toward the sea, where a mysterious fish discharges electricity in the vicinity.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 1: Summer Vacation Kickoff! - Episode 1
The first stop for the party upon arriving on Cyrath Island is Lowain's food stand. But because eal preparation will require more time, (Captain) and company get comfortable at the beach first.
The crew dock the Grandcypher on the central island of the Auguste Isles.
They then board a commercial flight from there to arrive at Cyrath Island.
Heles: So this is Cyrath... I love the gentle wind blowing against my cheeks. It fills me with excitement.
Seruel: I do find the glare a little intense, however... The sun shines no less brightly than on the other islands of Auguste.
Heles: Let's remember to use sunscreen. You should put some on yourself, (Captain).
Rosetta: Haha. This is going to be one lovely vacation.
(Captain) and company make for the eal stand where Lowain and bros are working their part-time job.
Lowain: Oh snap...
Tomoi: Are we doomed, or are we doomed?
Elsam: One of us is gonna have to hit up the eal market and lay it on 'em straight.
Vyrn: Heyo! We're here!
Lyria: Hello!
Lowain: Sup! Welcome to Cyrath, dudes and dudettes!
Scathacha: I could really go for a bite of that thing you call broiled eal.
Lowain: Hate to break it to ya, but the goods ain't ready yet.
Tomoi: Word is something went down with the eal vendor—we're still waitin'. Wish we could say we're the early bird, but not this mornin'.
Elsam: Ain't no deal if there's no eal. So what do we do?
Naoise: I see. This must be really tough on you.
Lowain: Nah, we're totes sorry, man. Didn't mean to hype you up only to let you all down.
Lowain: We'll holler at ya when we're ready. Anyways, you guys get out there and enjoy your summer!
Scathacha: Hm... Not a good sign of things to come.
Seruel: True, but there is little we can do about the logistics involved.
Naoise: Let us wait for them to—as Lowain puts it—holler at us then.
Scathacha: Looks like that might be our only option now.
Scathacha: Lowain, Tomoi, Elsam. Go get 'em.
Lowain: You've got a royal heart o' gold, dudette! We'll make you the bestest broiled eal ever when it's game on!
Vyrn: Okay, we'll be back later!
Lyria: Scathacha, let's go play together at the beach!
Scathacha: Yes, let's do that. I didn't slip into my swimsuit for nothing after all. The fun awaits!
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 1: Summer Vacation Kickoff! - Episode 2
Tien, Feower, and the children of Stardust Town show up at Cyrath Beach at Seofon's invitation. Though not too pleased with the host being a no-show, they are eager to spend their first vacation at the beach.
???: Geez, what kind of a guy calls us out here only to not show up himself?
???: Mm... I heard he's trying to gather all the Eternals to come to Auguste.
???: He seemed pretty upset about only being able to convince two to come with him last year, so he's probably in some far-off skydom looking for the rest.
???: Sheesh, what a weirdo. Then again, I guess old habits die hard.
A pair of Erunes sharing similar features, with young children of all types by their sides, stand on a beach of Cyrath Island.
As they wait for a man who has failed to keep his promise to show up on time, the pair think back to an encounter days earlier.
Seofon, leader of the Eternals, paying a sudden visit to Stardust Town is a most unexpected surprise.
The two caretakers of the orphans there brace themselves for whatever Seofon might say.
Seofon: Attention! Tien, Feower!
Tien: Hm? What is it, Seofon?
Seofon: Hah hah hah... You better hold on to your marbles...
Seofon: Because this year...
Seofon: All ten of us Eternals finally get to play together on the beaches of Auguste!
Feower: Wha?
Tien: Is this work-related?
Seofon: Nuh-uh-uh! How barbaric to call it a mission! We're going on vacation! Va-ca-tion!
Seofon: The blue seas of Auguste! Gourmet food everywhere you look!
Seofon: Frolic around against the gentle lapping of the waves! School your fellow Eternals in beach volleyball! It's gonna be so much fun!
Seofon: So? What do you say? Tell me you want to go right this second!
Feower: Ugh... Looks like we were on edge for nothing. You must be bored to tears.
Feower: I doubt you'll be able to get everyone to come. I recall most flat-out refused last year.
Stardust Town Boy: Beach... Vay-cay-shun?
Stardust Town Girl: Tien, have you been to the beach before?
Tien: Mm... No, not yet.
Stardust Town Boy: Wow! So it's gonna be a first for all of us!
Seofon: Woo-hoo! You can say that again! I bet you're all raring to go now!
Feower: I don't know about that...
Stardust Town Girl: We're not going?
Feower: Ergh...
Seofon: Do you know how sad it is that no one ever wants to play with me? But we're definitely hanging out together this year!
Seofon: If you boys and girls are ready to come along, I'll go get things ready!
Stardust Town Boy: Hey, c'mon, let's go! Feower, can we?
Stardust Town Girl: I want to see the beach! Tien, why don't we go along?
Feower: ...
Tien: ...
Seofon: Wouldn't hurt to take a break, right? You siblings and all the little kiddies are always working so hard after all.
Although Feower and Tien belong to the Eternals—the most fearsome crew in the skies—they also care for the street children of Stardust Town.
It is a constant struggle against the local mafia, and the pair cannot forsake their duties.
Feower: Where's your sense of responsibility, Seofon?
Tien: If the mafia learns of our absence—
Seofon: Oh, it'll be fine! Big Brother Seofon will take care of everything!
Seofon: ...
Or don't you trust me?
Or don't you trust me?
Tien and Feower know full well just how strong Seofon is.
From their past experiences working together, the siblings are confident that things will turn out just fine once Seofon has put on his game face.
Feower: ...
Tien: Are you sure? We'll have to bring all the children too.
Tien: Auguste is a pretty famous resort destination... It's going to cost a pretty rupie, isn't it?
Feower: We'll be sure to send you the invoice.
Seofon: Yeah, relax! You kiddos can keep your mind off the money!
Seofon: Just think about how much fun you're gonna have with the Stardust munchkins!
Tien: Mm... Okay. We'll take your word for it.
Seofon: Whoo! I think you just made my day! You've got me all revved up!
Tien: Okay then... Feower, kids... We're going to the beach.
Stardust Town Kids: Yay! I can't wait!
Feower: (I'll be sure to protect everyone if something goes down...)
Seofon: Woo-hoo! The Stardust gang is coming to play!
And so Tien and Feower's visit to Auguste became a reality.
Feower: He tries too hard if you ask me. I seriously doubt he'll get all ten of us onboard.
Tien: Niyon, Eahta, and Anre won't be so easily found.
Tien: Fif seemed really interested last year, but she had something else to take care of... I hope Seofon is at least able to find her.
Feower: Boy, it sure is hot here though. I'm surprised it's not bothering you.
Tien: Oh, I don't really mind the heat too much.
Tien: Ah, Feower, over there.
The children are full of smiles as they run around the beach with the billowing waves in view.
Tien: They're really enjoying themselves...
Feower: That's for sure...
Tien: I think we made the right choice coming here.
Tien: I want those kids to have fond memories to look back on.
Feower: I agree.
Tien: Hey, Feower. Why don't we go over there? I noticed something when we landed.
Tien: You like animals, right? Well then, you're in for a treat!
Feower: Oh, gimme a break... I'll come along if you want to go that bad, Sis...
Tien: Mm. Okay, let's go. I'll call the children here.
Feower: Okay then. Looks like it'll be a while before we find all of them...
Though this is their first time on the beaches of Auguste...
Tien and Feower find the view of the clear blue seas to be most uplifting.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 1: Summer Vacation Kickoff! - Episode 3
Heles buys Blue Auguste for the sand-castle building bunch; Olivia becomes an instant fan of the drink. When they return to Lowain's stand for broiled eal, Olivia still struggles to understand everyone's fascination with food.
Scathacha: I scooped up some water. Can I leave the bucket right here?
Lyria: Thanks, Scathacha! Yeah, that's a good spot.
Olivia: You mentioned building castles with sand... and you need seawater for that?
Vyrn: Yep! We mix the sand with water to toughen it up!
Vyrn: Would be a real shame if our castle fell apart like a house of cards, you know!
Olivia: Yes, you make a valid point.
Scathacha: Naoise, Seruel, what are you two butting heads over?
Seruel: I find the height of the rampart to be of unparalleled import. Being unable to spot the enemy in advance would a tremendous disadvantage.
Naoise: Mind you, we must also consider attacks from the flank. Building a castle against a mountain would greatly diminish that possibility.
Scathacha: Ugh, their deadpan faces had me worried, but they're just debating the sandcastle's defenses against ambushes.
Vyrn: They were only watching at first, but they got hooked fast when I asked for their help.
Lyria: Ahaha, I know exactly what that feels like!
Olivia: I see... But no matter how refined of a castle you build, I imagine them difficult to preserve over a long period of time...
Scathacha: Well, having fun is the whole point here, not building a masterpiece for the ages.
Scathacha: There's also a certain elegance about watching a monument's fleeting last moments.
Olivia: Elegance, you say... Well, I suppose finding the delight in frivolities is all part of it.
Heles: Oh my, what a glorious castle you've all constructed. Splendid work, everyone.
Heles: I figured thirst might be setting in, so I brought some drinks for us all.
Scathacha: My, how thoughtful. I'll have one.
Heles: Dehydration is a very real possibility under this intense heat. Remember to drink up when you need to.
Heles: Are you listening, Seruel, Naoise?
Seruel: Hm?
Seruel: Ah, Heles. Did you head off somewhere?
Heles: Sigh... As I said, I went off to find us some beverages.
Naoise: Agh, my apologies! I should have been the one to—
Heles: It's fine, Naoise. You need to learn to relax sometimes.
Naoise: Of course...
Heles: Did everyone get a drink? Olivia, don't hesitate to take one for yourself.
Olivia: You have my thanks.
Vyrn: Phew, much better!
Lyria: Yum! The drinks in Auguste are the tastiest!
Olivia: Sip...
Olivia: ...
Olivia: Siiip... Glug...
Olivia: Whew.
Vyrn: Hahah! You sure look like you enjoyed it!
Olivia: That was the right blend of sweet and salty, perfect for quenching thirst. The refreshing sensation as it passes through the throat is also rather soothing.
Heles: I'm glad you enjoyed it. I believe this flavor was Lyria's favorite.
Lyria: That's right! Nothing beats Blue Auguste when playing on the beach!
Olivia: So you call this fluid Blue Auguste.
Scathacha: Blue's a strange color for a drink. I wonder what it's made of.
Naoise: An herb of sorts is the main ingredient, if I remember correctly.
Elsam: Yo, Cap'n! Kept ya waitin', huh! We're locked and loaded, baby!
Scathacha: Hm? You mean the eals are ready? About time.
Scathacha: Back to the stand, everyone. C'mon!
Lyria: Yay! Let's go, Olivia!
Olivia: Yes, let's.
(Captain) and company make their way back to the eal stand.
Lowain: No more waitin'—time for platin'!
Lowain: Operation Eal Storm is a go! One bite'll fill up that stamina like nobody's business!
Tomoi: Here's your eal meal!
Elsam: Here's your eal meal!
Heles: What a wonderfully sweet scent this is.
Scathacha: Mm... I love the smell as well.
Scathacha: Where are the utensils though? I don't see forks or knives anywhere.
Naoise: Scathacha, use these.
Scathacha: Hm? Sticks? Not quite... The thickness varies from end to end.
Seruel: They're a traditional eating implement known as chopsticks in the eastern islands.
Heles: Broiled eals are originally a recipe from that region after all.
Heles: And it is customary to use chopsticks when dining on cuisine from the easterly areas.
Scathacha: That so? I'm not so familiar with culture from that region.
Lyria: This is how you hold them, Scathacha.
Scathacha: How baffling... So you hold one like a brush, and...
Scathacha struggles to lift the eal and rice into her mouth.
Scathacha: Ngh...
But the bit she manages to scoop up splatters in every direction.
Scathacha: Ah!
Naoise: You use too much force, Scathacha. A gentle touch with your fingers should do the trick.
With Naoise's help, the true dragon continues to wrestle with the chopsticks.
Scathacha: Curses! I'll never land a bite in my mouth at this rate!
Scathacha: Why do you reject me so, you slippery sticks!
Seruel: Oh my. And to think you were tutoring Olivia on the culture of us children of man.
Seruel: I'd say you still have a few things to learn yourself, Scathacha.
Scathacha: Quiet, you!
Heles: How unbecoming of you to tease her, Seruel.
Heles: Please bear in mind that she is still getting accustomed to her Erune form.
Naoise: Lowain, I hope it is not too much to ask for a spoon.
Lowain: Spoon comin' soon!
Lowain: Here you go, Scathy!
Scathacha: Thank you...
Lowain: Meh, chopsticks, forks, spoons—don't matter what you use as long as you enjoy the chow!
Lowain: Aight, eat up while it's still hot, peeps! Can't wait to see what y'all think of it!
(Captain) and company bite into the delicious-looking broiled eal.
Scathacha: Nom, nom...
Scathacha: Ooh! This is better than I thought!
Scathacha: The natural sweetness of the eal itself doesn't succumb to the sauce. And oh, that tingling sensation when the eal collapses in my mouth.
Scathacha: This was absolutely worth the wait.
Scathacha: Nom, nom...
Naoise: Scathacha, there's a few rice grains on your cheek. It's okay to enjoy your food, but please remember to exercise caution...
Scathacha continues to savor every bite of broiled eal.
Scathacha: Lowain, you deserve the highest commendations for this meal! Broiled eal is where it's at!
Lowain: Hot diggity! Y'all catch that smile Scathy just flashed me?
Lowain: That's totes...
The Three: Tubular!
Heles: That was delicious. Even the bones in each slice have a juicy tenderness to them.
Heles: The thick sauce really brings out the flavor and the salty seasoning only helps, making this dish the perfect complement to rice.
Seruel: I concur. We might not have anything like this in Alster, but I most certainly approve of its taste.
Naoise: It differs from the freshwater fish we enjoyed in Auguste. Fish they all are, but the flavor can vary so much.
Lyria: Wow... This is so good I could cry!
Olivia: ...
Vyrn: How're ya likin' it, Olivia? This broiled eal is really somethin' else, eh?
Olivia: Ah, yes. I suppose so.
Vyrn: Hm, you don't sound very convinced.
Vyrn: Heheh, no biggie though. Just as long as you're not hating it.
Olivia observes the expressions on her crewmates.
Their mouths full of rice and eal, the others are full of smiles as they converse among each other.
Olivia: (There's more than just the intake of nutrition transpiring here...)
Olivia: (I'm not certain what it might be...)
Olivia: (But the children of man seem to possess some sort of extraordinary emotion.)
Gathered around the dining tables, the crew continue to enjoy their meal...
While Olivia endeavors to understand how they can take so much pleasure in such a simple act.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 1: Summer Vacation Kickoff! - Episode 4
The mafia puts pressure on eal fishermen to pay up if they wish to continue dealing in eal on Cyrath Island.
Mafioso 1: You wanna try runnin' that by me one more time? You can't pay because what?
Eal Fisherman 1: The payment for this month is going to be over 70 percent of my sales...
Mafioso 1: Oh, cut the crap. You've still got a buttload of eals in your tanks.
Eal Fisherman 1: If we introduce more eals than the reported haul into the market, the authorities will notice...
Eal Fisherman 1: I have to save the rest for next month...
Mafioso 1: So you can't pay your vig, you're wholesalin' for cheap, and lettin' your cash cow rot away?
Mafioso 1: Is your brain made o' mush or somethin'? Ya damn whack job!
The incensed mafioso berates the fisherman-turned-eal farmer.
Through a back-alley deal with the mafia, the fisherman amassed a great number of baby eals.
But the terrified fisherman has begun to show doubt in this decision.
As the situation grows tense, a man who was only listening up to this point opens his mouth.
???: You wanna keep doin' business on this island, you'd better pay up.
???: If you want out...
???: Then don't pay.
???: Capisce?
Eal Fisherman 1: Ngh...
Mafioso 1: Hey, are you frickin' deaf? Tony just asked you a question!
Eal Fisherman 1: Rgh... I-I'll pay...
???: That so? Glad to know we can keep doin' business...
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 2: Respective R & R - Episode 1
Vyrn, Lyria, and (Captain) call out to Rosetta when they see her walking along the shoreline. Taken with Rosetta's mature appearance, Lyria asks for advice on how to appear more like a grown-up.
Rosetta: Whew. I'm getting all hot and bothered just from the heat alone.
Having finished their meal, (Captain) and company return to the beach to revel in their summer vacation.
Rosetta lets the Cyrath sun massage her body as she watches the others play volleyball.
Rosetta: Haha, everyone's having so much fun.
Rosetta: Ooh, nice super save there, Olivia!
Vyrn: Heya, Rosetta! Where were you this whole time?
Lyria: Wow... Rosetta, that swimsuit looks incredible on you!
Rosetta: Teehee. Why, thank you. It's all thanks to Io.
Lyria: It shows what a grown-up woman you really are, Rosetta!
Rosetta: Haha. And your swimsuit brings out the cuteness in you, Lyria.
Djeeta is the Main Character
Rosetta: (Captain), your piece is really nice too.
Choose: Thanks, Rosetta.
(Captain) and Lyria look to each other in glee.
Lyria: Ehehe, hooray for us, (Captain).
Gran is the Main Character
Rosetta: Don't you agree, (Captain)?
Choose: Definitely. It's adorable.
Lyria: Eh? A-adorable?
Lyria: Teehee, you're making me blush!
Continue 1Lyria: But when I look at how mature you are, Rosetta, I get all jealous...
Vyrn: There goes Lyria wishing she were more grown-up again...
Lyria: I'll blossom before you know it, Vyrn!
Vyrn: Sure you will.
Rosetta: Hehe.
Lyria: So, um... What can I do to look more seasoned like you and Katalina?
Rosetta: Well... There's one thing in particular I can think of.
Rosetta: Since we're on vacation, you should take this chance to try to discover another part of yourself.
Vyrn: What's that supposed to mean?
Lyria: How would I go about doing that?
Rosetta: Just change your way of thinking a bit.
Rosetta: Try to be more graceful with all the little movements that you usually take for granted.
Lyria: Graceful?
Rosetta: Yes. For instance, the way you walk, the way you pick up an object, the way you look at something... Be conscious of every action you take.
Rosetta: Do your movements seem a bit sloppy or even crude?
Rosetta: When you're able to bring out that inner poise, you will naturally be more calm, collected, and graceful.
Lyria: Poise, I see...
Rosetta: Mm-hm. If you're able to keep all of this in mind, I'd say you'll be more of an adult by the end of this summer, Lyria.
Vyrn: Sounds pretty neat.
Lyria: Hm... I'll see what I can do!
Rosetta: Hehe, give it your best shot.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 2: Respective R & R - Episode 2
While enjoying a game of beach volleyball, the crew hears familiar-sounding verbal abuse. They follow it to find Ilsa drilling Society trainees. Intrigued, Olivia and Heles ask for permission to watch and learn.
Olivia: Vyrn, Lyria, (Captain). I've returned.
Lyria: Welcome back, Olivia!
Lyria: Oops!
Lyria: Remember: grace, poise...
Lyria: May I ask you, how was beach volleyball?
Olivia: The match became as heated as the Auguste sun.
Heles: Haha. Olivia shows remarkable skill with a ball.
Heles: Olivia and I faced off against Naoise and Seruel.
Heles: Fueled by the spirit of competition, they did not go easy on us simply because we are women.
Vyrn: Sounds like you had a blast!
Scathacha: Olivia was big on the offensive, pushing Naoise back time and again.
Scathacha: You could probably use some more training, Naoise.
Naoise: Ngh...
Seruel: Olivia, Heles, you two were truly impressive. The match ended in a draw, but we will surely triumph next time.
Heles: You're surprisingly enthusiastic about this, Seruel.
Olivia: I'm pleased to discover that striking a ball can be such a fruitful experience.
Olivia: I will gladly accompany you for another game anytime.
Heles: Haha, and I certainly wouldn't mind partnering up with Olivia again. I think we'd stand a decent chance.
Just then, an angry yet familiar bellow sounds in the distance.
Any version of Ilsa is a crew member
???: Line up, maggots!
???: We didn't come here to play hooky!
???: You maggots have no right to choose your battlefield. No matter where war unfolds, you must always be ready to bear arms and face your enemy head on!
???: Get ready to crawl your way through—whether it be the scorching earth of Valtz or the frosty mountains of North Vast!
???: Will you be shriveled-up crap maggots forever, or will you be the pupa that wriggles out of the pile? The choice is yours! Show me your resolve!
???: Get those feet ready!
Trainees: Yes, ma'am!
Ilsa: Go!
Lyria: It's Ilsa!
Vyrn: Ah, she mentioned having to leave the ship for a while to handle some drill sergeant duties.
Vyrn: Hey, Scary Lady! You came all the way out here for a boot camp?
Ilsa: Hm? Oh, it's you guys.
Ilsa: I just remembered you mentioned coming to Cyrath for vacation.
No version of Ilsa in crew
???: Line up, maggots!
???: We didn't come here to play hooky!
???: You maggots have no right to choose your battlefield. No matter where war unfolds, you must always be ready to bear arms and face your enemy head on!
???: Get ready to crawl your way through—whether it be the scorching earth of Valtz or the frosty mountains of North Vast!
???: Will you be shriveled-up crap maggots forever, or will you be the pupa that wriggles out of the pile? The choice is yours! Show me your resolve!
???: Get those feet ready!
Society Trainees: Yes, ma'am!
???: Go!
Lyria: Hm... Isn't that Ilsa?
Vyrn: You're right! It's that scary lady from before!
Vyrn: Hey, Scary Lady! You came all the way out here for training?
Ilsa: Ah, I remember you guys!
Ilsa approaches (Captain) and company upon noticing them.
Ilsa: Here on vacation? I hope you're enjoying yourselves.
Continue 1Lyria: Mm-hm. All this training must be hard on you, Ilsa.
Ilsa: Yes. Those trainees might've survived a brush with death in the previous session, but they're still little different from fresh recruits.
Ilsa: I need them to learn firsthand that luck isn't gonna get them out of every jam.
Vyrn: Yeesh, that's harsh.
Ilsa: Just doing my job as a drill sergeant.
Ilsa: But I have to admit they're doing well so far. I'll give them time to cool off tomorrow.
Lyria: So you'll be taking a break too, Ilsa?
Ilsa: Hey, I'm not wearing my swimsuit just for them to ogle at, you know. I need to enjoy myself too.
Vyrn: Oh, I get it! It's like stopping two mouths with one apple!
Ilsa: That's one way to put it.
No version of Ilsa in crew
Ilsa: Are the rest of them there... (Captain)'s acquaintances?
Vyrn: They sure are! Ever heard of Alster Island?
Ilsa: Ah, the home to the former Irestill Kingdom... I understand it was quite the ordeal.
Heles: We came to know (Captain)'s crew when they helped us during our time of need.
Seruel: Everything turned out befittingly because of their help. I couldn't be more grateful.
Ilsa: Yes, I've heard of that.
Ilsa: (Captain) helped me out of a bind as well.
Heles: Is that so...
Lyria: And this here's Olivia!
Olivia: Greetings. I only joined recently.
Vyrn: She hitched a ride with us shortly after the cataclysms.
Vyrn: It was after the Society incident though, so I guess you two haven't rubbed shoulders yet.
Olivia: A pleasure to meet you.
Ilsa: Likewise.
Ilsa: I'd love to stay and talk, but I'd better get back before one of those trainees waddling along the sand trips and falls.
Olivia: Ilsa, my apologies, but if I may ask a question.
Ilsa: Hm? Yes, what is it?
Olivia: This is my first time witnessing live training on the beach, and I find it most fascinating.
Olivia: Would it be possible for me to observe the proceedings?
Ilsa: You want to observe?
Heles: If it's all right, I'd like to come along as well.
Ilsa: You too, Heles?
Vyrn: You ladies like to sink your teeth into the strangest things!
Seruel: Would your presence not present another obstacle to their training?
Olivia: You think so? I consider myself very experienced in all matters of training...
Seruel: A lady's glance can be somewhat distracting, especially in your current attire.
Heles: Seruel does make a good point.
Heles: Ilsa. If you feel that would truly be a concern, please feel free to turn us down. I wouldn't mind in the slightest.
Ilsa: No, it's fine. In fact that's another reason I chose the beach for this boot camp.
Ilsa: They must be able to follow their commander's orders in any situation.
Ilsa: It's also why I'm wearing a swimsuit myself.
Seruel: Makes sense, I suppose.
Olivia: I take it we have your permission then?
Ilsa: I have to warn you that you might be disgusted by some of what you see and hear...
Ilsa: If that won't be a problem, then by all means.
Heles: Thank you. I led soldiers myself back in Irestill. I'm certain I will have much to learn today.
Olivia: You have my gratitude. I look forward to seeing how the children of man go about strengthening themselves.
Heles: It's settled then. Olivia and I will accompany Ilsa for the boot camp.
Heles: (Captain), I hope you won't mind our temporary absence.
Heles: Seruel, Naoise, I entrust the crew's protection to you two.
Naoise: Leave matters to us. I will personally see to everyone's safety.
Seruel: (Sister, I hope you're not just weaseling your way out of watching Scathacha again...)
Lyria: Teehee. Have fun, Olivia.
Olivia: Of course. I take my leave now.
Olivia: Basic training in the quagmire that sand can be... How fitting.
Heles: This teaches them to endure hardship in addition to improving base strength.
The trio of ladies become fast friends in the most unexpected of places.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 2: Respective R & R - Episode 3
The crew finds Yuisis, clad in a yukata, near the beach house waiting for someone. That someone turns out to be an Albacore-grappling Ghandagoza who shows up shortly after. Yuisis cleans the Albacore right then and there, leading to an impromptu feast.
Any version of Yuisis is a crew member
Yuisis: What's takin' him so long? This oughta be the place we agreed on...
Yuisis: Unless I got it wrong?
Lyria: Oh, look! It's Yuisis!
Vyrn: Whatcha doin' alone out here?
No version of Yuisis in crew
???: What's takin' him so long? This oughta be the place we agreed on...
???: Unless I got it wrong?
Lyria: Oh look, it's Yuisis!
Vyrn: Whatcha doin' alone out here?
Yuisis is the one and only daughter of the boss of the Ditoria Knights. They once controlled an entire city.
In her search for the man who betrayed her gang and went into hiding...
She crossed paths with (Captain)'s crew and has traveled with them ever since.
Continue 1Yuisis: Hey, guys. Nice to see you all out here.
Scathacha: Hm, what a curious outfit you have on.
Yuisis: It's called a yukata. They're pretty popular in the eastern islands. Perfect for warm weather.
Scathacha: So it keeps you cool? Hm, compared to the garment we call a swimsuit, your yukata seems to use an excess of cloth...
Yuisis: 'Cept the fabric's really lightweight and feels silky smooth to the touch.
Yuisis: Keeps direct sunlight at bay and gives ample breathing room.
Scathacha: The children of man can come up with some really extraordinary designs when they try.
Vyrn: What brings ya out here, anyhow? You're not gonna swim in that yukata, are you?
Yuisis: I'm waiting for someone. Don't know what's holdin' him up.
Yuisis: Kinda worries me.
Yuisis: We agreed on a walk and talk over some food...
Yuisis: You guys happen to see him anywhere?
Lyria: Well, who are we talking about?
Naoise: We'll gladly be of assistance if you need to track someone down.
Yuisis: Thanks, always appreciate it. Erm...
???: Greetings, lass! Behold my fish!
Naoise: Who goes there!
Vyrn: Ooh, what is it?
???: Ngh! Back on land at last!
Lyria: Eep! Is that a sea monster?
Scathacha: Sea monster?
Scathacha: Now that you mention it, it does look rather odd.
???: Nonsense! Who's a sea monster?
Lyria: Ghandagoza?
Lyria: Oh, I'm so sorry! You came out so suddenly, and...
Scathacha: That is quite the stalwart body you have for a child of man.
Ghandagoza: So you've all gathered! Splendid!
Yuisis: Looks like I got the place right after all. What a relief.
Lyria: So it was Ghandagoza you were waiting for?
Yuisis: Yes...
Vyrn: Pretty surprising duo if you ask me.
Yuisis: My dad used to talk about this renowned brawler he broke bread with.
Yuisis: That brawler's Ghandagoza.
Yuisis: Was pure coincidence that I found him among the crew.
Yuisis: I've been wanting to hear about the time he spent with my dad. I figured this summer vacation was as good a chance as any.
Vyrn: Heheh! Rumors of the big guy can be pretty far-fetched. And that makes 'em all the more memorable!
Yuisis: Anyway, Ghandagoza, what's with the Albacore?
Ghandagoza: Ah, yes, I had ample reason for making you wait! I was busy wrestling this beast in those treacherous waters!
Vyrn: Huh? You turned fishing into an underwater wrestling match?
Ghandagoza: Gahahaha! Truer words have never been spoken! My secret in-fish-iation technique of the path of Eternal Finship can outdo any angler's rod!
Ghandagoza: No fish in the sea is too much for me to handle!
Albacore: Glub, glub!
Scathacha: You can best sea creatures in their natural habitat? Just what are you?
Ghandagoza: I am Ghandagoza, founder of the Eternal Rage style!
Scathacha: Ghandagoza, huh? Okay, remembered it! You're quite the dauntless, easygoing type, aren't you?
Vyrn: So what are you gonna do with that Albacore?
Ghandagoza: I make certain to uphold any promises I make. Yuisis, we must dine on this fish together!
Yuisis: I pictured food that was a little more prepared...
Scathacha: I must say... That is one plump, tasty-looking fish.
Yuisis: Yeah, Albacore are known for tastin' real good.
Ghandagoza: Indeed, they are.
Yuisis: Fine. I'll do the honors.
Yuisis: Ghandagoza, can you place it over here?
Ghandagoza: At once! Hrrgh!
Lyria: You're going to prepare it right here? Won't your beautiful yukata get dirty?
Yuisis: No worries. I've got this.
Yuisis lets loose, cutting up the Albacore every which way.
Naoise: A fine display of swordsmanship.
Yuisis: Oh, that was nothing. I'm used to this sorta thing.
She makes sashimi out of the Albacore in a flash. There is not a wasted movement in her technique.
Scathacha: You're quite the dexterous one.
Ghandagoza: Most magnificent! When I seized the beast, it leapt in precisely the same manner! 'Twas akin to watching the high tide at peak!
Yuisis: Why don't you guys have a bite too? The more the merrier, if you ask me.
Lyria: I was hoping you'd ask!
Lyria: Yippee!
Naoise: Gladly.
And so an impromptu feast begins around Ghandagoza and Yuisis.
Vyrn: We're eating this like any other fish, but aren't Albacores supposed to be primal beasts?
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 2: Respective R & R - Episode 4
A mafia boss watches the crew at the beach. He falls for Heles at first sight and tosses his current lover aside. The cast-off woman—named Carla—runs into Yngwie, sparking a passionate new romance.
Seruel: The sun still beams strong.
Seruel retreats from the crowds to the comfort of a parasol.
He takes in the peaceful sight of his crewmates enjoying the summer beach.
However, Seruel is not the only one observing (Captain) and company.
Capo: Heh, like a big happy family. Too bad the shmucks just had to pick Cyrath Island.
Mafioso 1: HQ says their airship's docked on the main island. Seems like a pretty well-known bunch.
Capo's Lover: ...
Mafioso 2: Heck, wit' all those women and children, they might as well be some kinda performin' troupe.
Mafioso 3: Hey, ain't that... royalty from Alster Island?
Capo: Hm?
Mafioso 3: Ah, I know that blondie! Fella was a knight for Irestill.
Mafioso 3: Caught sight of 'im when I was sent to this place providin' relief for Alster's reconstruction.
Mafioso 3: If he's here, then the other two are definitely the former prince and princess!
The Irestill crowd is no stranger to the mafia.
Alster Island's reconstruction was going well. When business began to pick up, the mafia attempted to reap some of the profits.
They preyed on those who needed monetary assistance the most, essentially extorting funds from the citizenry.
Before things could get out of hand, Heles and the others banished the mafia from the island.
Capo: Family in Alster was nothin' more than a bunch of pansies anyway.
Mafioso 3: ...
Capo: Oh, right, you used to be with 'em, eh?
Mafioso 3: Y-yes...
Capo: Well, you need to man up. Ain't like I called you a pansy.
Mafioso 2: Boss, we can't just let 'em go.
Capo: S'pose you're right...
The capo is entranced by Heles's captivating smile, her silver locks fluttering against the summer breeze.
Capo: So that's the former princess of Irestill?
Capo: Mm, I like what I see.
Mafioso 1: Huh?
Mafioso 2: Wha?
Capo's Lover: Eh?
Capo: Like you said, we can't just let 'em go!
Capo: Who woulda thought she was such a babe! That princess is gonna be all mine!
Capo's Lover: I can't believe this. How you gonna go falling for another girl when I'm right next to you?
Capo's Lover: Screw it... I'm not putting up with this!
Ready to blow a fuse, the woman pushes up against her lover.
Capo: Hm?
Capo's Lover: Eep!
Capo: Scat! You're blockin' the view.
Capo's Lover: What are you...
Capo's Lover: Nuh-uh, I'm not gonna have you treating me like some hussy! I'm Auguste's—
Capo: Tut-tut-tut. No need to explain yourself.
Capo: You're an incredible woman. Don't ever let anyone tell you otherwise.
Capo's Lover: Then why—
Capo: She's one-upped you is all.
Capo: Now get lost.
Don't have a use for you anymore.
Don't have a use for you anymore.
Capo's Lover: ...!
Capo's Lover: Okay, that does it! You don't get to talk to me like that! Who the hell do you think you are?
Capo's Lover: You pathetic money-grubbing snob!
Bursting with rage, the woman takes a swing at the capo. He responds in kind.
Capo's Lover: Urgh...
Knocked unconscious, blood pours out of her nose.
Capo: Don't get ahead of yourself.
Mafioso 3: Boss, we don't do that to women!
Capo: Shut your trap. Or are ya one of those Alster pansies!
Mafioso 3: ...
Mafioso 2: You okay, lady?
Capo's Lover: Hands... off!
Capo: Someone throw out the trash.
Mafioso 2: Sorry, lady...
Capo's Ex-Lover: This is the dumps...
Capo's Ex-Lover: He beats me up, tosses me by the wayside... I'm the pathetic one...
Capo's Ex-Lover: Sigh... Why do I always find myself drawn to these despicable men?
Capo's Ex-Lover: Why is it so hard to find happiness?
???: Happiness is right around the corner, darling. Can't you feel the sea breeze against your cheeks?
Capo's Ex-Lover: ...!
???: Mademoiselle. You're too beautiful for those tears.
Capo's Ex-Lover: I'm not in the mood right now... Just leave me alone.
The woman turns away as if to cover up her weeping face from the spectacle of a man that is Yngwie.
Yngwie: Oh, you don't fool me.
Yngwie: Your eyes are swollen from the tears. Whatever you've been through—I can tell that deep down you're crying for help.
Capo's Ex-Lover: Stop talking like you know it all... You couldn't possibly know how I feel!
Yngwie: Sometimes wounds dealt by a man can only be tended to by another man.
Capo's Ex-Lover: Wait, you were watching?
You need to pick up a new hobby.
You need to pick up a new hobby.
Yngwie: No, I have no clue what happened.
Yngwie: The only thing I'm sure of is that something happened to you.
Capo's Ex-Lover: You're an intuitive one, I'll give you that. But it's not like there's anything you can do for me.
Yngwie: Maybe, maybe not. Why don't you try me?
Yngwie: Just lean into me with everything you have. I'll take every part of you.
Yngwie: I'll fill every void in your heart, baby.
Capo's Ex-Lover: What are you say—
Yngwie: Attagirl. Glad you're finally looking my way.
Capo's Ex-Lover: ...!
Enraptured by a passionate stranger's gaze, the woman is at a loss for words as the two lock eyes.
Yngwie: I almost got lost in your eyes. Tell me your name.
Carla: It's Carla...
Yngwie: Carla... A beautiful name.
Carla: You?
Yngwie: Yngwie.
Carla: Yngwie...
Yngwie: That's the name of the man you're gonna come to love, sweetheart.
Carla: ...!
A summer romance so hot it burns is born.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 3: Jungle Tour! - Episode 1
When Don Juannabes come to flirt with Tien, the crew jumps to the rescue. Feower shows up shortly after.
Swimmy: ...
Tien: Haha... Look at all these animals.
Feower: ...
Feower and Tien are enjoying the petting zoo section of the beach.
Stardust Town Boy: Waahahaha! They're adorable!
Marmok: ...
Feower: Wh-what is it?
A marmok snuggles up to Feower during his play session with a swimmy.
Stardust Town Girl: Ah! This little guy must really like Feower!
Stardust Town Boy: Aww, that must feel so nice!
Tien: Mm... You're right. I guess Feower's really popular with the animals.
Feower: Fluffy...
Tien: Haha, I guess they know how kind he is at heart.
Stardust Town Girl: That's right! Feower's the nicest big brother ever!
Feower: Wh-what do you—
Feower: Hey, stop watching and start petting. This part over here is super fluffy.
Stardust Town Boy: Yeah! It's so soft and fluffy!
Tien: ...
Tien: Mm... Feower, I'll go buy us some drinks. With how hot it is, I wouldn't want to risk anyone passing out.
Feower: I think it's better if I go and you keep watch.
Tien: Nah, it's pretty obvious that the animals would prefer your company. Just stay put and give them head pats with the kids, won't you?
Feower: ...
Okay, let's do that then.
Okay, let's do that then.
Tien: Any drinks you have in mind, Feower?
Feower: Freshly-made watermelon juice. One of the shops over there has it.
Tien: I was thinking about that one too. Watermelon juice for everyone then?
Stardust Town Girl: Sure!
Tien: Okay. I'll be right back.
Feower: Thanks, Sis.
Tien: Hi there. I'll have some watermelon juice. I hope you have enough for a few orders—
Don Juannabe 1: Sup! You here alone, babe?
Tien: Hm?
Don Juannabe 2: It's not every day we get to see a mega-hottie like you! Why don't you come hang out with us? There's a bunch of us down there.
Don Juannabe 1: We've got food and drinks up the wazoo! Only thing we're missing is a few babes! Whaddya say?
Don Juannabe 2: So? Is that a yes? C'mon, let's go, let's go!
Tien: No, my little brothers and sisters are waiting...
Don Juannabe 1: Oh, you're all about family! Yeah, that's my kinda girl!
Don Juannabe 2: Shoot, I think I'm falling for you already! Go out with me!
Tien: That's not going to happen. Now if you'll get out of my way... I need to get back.
Tien is a crew member
Vyrn: Hm? Hey, isn't that Tien?
Lyria: Yeah, it is!
Olivia: Tien... Ah, yes, one of the Eternals.
(Captain) and company spot Tien in the distance.
Sensing something afoot, (Captain) rushes to the scene.
Djeeta is the Main Character, Tien is a crew member
Tien: ...
Choose: Sis, your boyfriend was looking for you!
Tien: Huh?
Olivia: Let us return together.
Don Juannabe 2: Wha? You taken already?
Don Juannabe 1: Meh, wish you woulda told us earlier instead of wasting our time.
The skirt chasers quickly lose interest in Tien.
Tien: Um...
Gran is the Main Character, Tien is a crew member
Tien: ...
Choose: You got business with my girl?
Lyria: Eh?
Olivia: Hm?
Don Juannabe 2: Wha? You taken already?
Don Juannabe 1: Meh, wish you woulda told us earlier instead of wasting our time.
The skirt chasers quickly lose interest in Tien.
Tien: Um...
Vyrn: What was that all about?
Lyria: Y-y-you...
Lyria: You need to explain yourself right away!
Continue 1Tien is a crew member
It turns out that (Captain) was only practicing helpful lines picked up from Rosetta.
Olivia: I see. That choice of phrasing was indeed most effective.
Vyrn: For sure! Those guys are gone already!
Lyria: What a surprise... I wasn't expecting anything like that to come out of (Captain)'s mouth...
Tien: Thanks for getting me out of that mess. I wasn't sure how I'd shake them off.
Tien not in crew
(Captain) and company spot a pair of lads giving a young woman trouble.
Lyria: She looks like she could use our help!
Olivia: Hm... That does seem to be the case.
Vyrn: There's two guys. They must be trying to hit on her.
Lyria: And they're not letting up. We need to step in!
Djeeta is the Main Character, Tien not in crew
Tien: ...
Choose: Sorry to keep you waiting, Sis!
(Captain) gleefully tugs on the arm of the young woman.
Tien: Hm?
Lyria: I-I'm dying of thirst here! Quick, Sis!
Vyrn: We came out 'cause we couldn't wait anymore!
Olivia: No time like the present. Let us head back.
Don Juannabe 1: Looks like you weren't kidding about brothers and sisters. They sure do love ya!
Don Juannabe 2: Heh, what a riot. Meh, might as well get outta here.
The skirt chasers quickly lose interest in Tien.
Gran is the Main Character, Tien not in crew
Tien: ...
Choose: You got business with my girl?
(Captain) walks in front of the young woman.
Tien: ?
Olivia: Leave this to us.
Olivia whispers in the confused young woman's ear.
Lyria: H-hey, back off! Th-they're already engaged, you know!
Vyrn: Whaddya want with our big sis anyway?
Don Juannabe 2: Wha? You taken already?
Don Juannabe 1: Meh, wish you woulda told us earlier instead of wasting our time.
The skirt chasers quickly lose interest in Tien.
Continue 3Tien not in crew
Vyrn: Whew. That wasn't too bad.
Olivia: Yes, the operation was a success. Magnificent work, (Captain).
Lyria: Are you okay, miss?
Tien: Ah, yes. And you are...
Vyrn: We're skyfarers! We were hanging out over there and spotted you in a bit of a jam.
Tien: I see. Well, thank you. That was quite a surprise, but I appreciate the help.
The young woman is relieved and introduces herself as Tien.
Continue 2Feower: Oh, (Captain). You guys are here too?
Tien: Sorry for the wait, Feower. Do you know these people already?
Feower: I've mentioned them before. (Captain)'s the one who has the Four-Sky Blade.
Tien: Ah, right. So this is the crew that you help out with sometimes.
Tien: And you must be the captain.
Tien: Thanks for all your help.
Feower: Tien, what kind of situation could possibly lead to you needing help?
Lyria: Some boys were trying to flirt with Tien!
Feower: Huh? Who are you people? What are you doing with my sister?
Tien: Feower, that's no way to talk to my rescuers.
Feower: Rescuers?
Feower: My apologies. You have my gratitude for helping my sister.
Vyrn: You're the little brother, huh? We're skyfarers!
Feower: I see. My name is Feower.
Feower: Tien, what kind of situation could possibly lead to you needing help?
Feower: That's practically impossible for an Eternal.
Olivia: The Eternals... A group commonly known as the strongest in all the skies, each member a master of their weapon.
Olivia: I've heard mention of them before.
Vyrn: Wait, this lady's one of the Eternals?
Lyria: Oh, wow!
Tien: It's not just me. My brother Feower here is an Eternal too.
Tien: I wield a gun while he uses daggers. Sorry if this comes as a shock.
Lyria: We're definitely surprised, but I hope we didn't come across as too nosy!
Tien: Not at all. I don't think I could have handled that alone.
Lyria: Okay, that's good to know...
Lyria: Some boys were trying to flirt with Tien!
Feower: Wait, who are these people?
Tien: Perfect. Feower, they're from the crew I mentioned before. (Captain) here holds the Ten-Wolf Gun.
Feower: Oh... Wouldn't have guessed...
Feower shoots (Captain) a surprised look and inclines his head in deference.
Feower: I'm Feower. Tien told me all about you. Thanks for helping her out all the time.
Olivia: We are all members of (Captain)'s crew.
Lyria: Not at all! Tien's the one helping us out all the time!
Vyrn: Boy, you sure are polite.
Feower: Tien, what kind of situation could possibly lead to you needing help?
Lyria: Some boys were trying to flirt with Tien!
Feower: Oh, (Captain). You guys are here too?
Vyrn: Good to see ya, Feower! Guess we all think the same way when it comes to vacations, huh.
Vyrn: Wish you coulda told us though! The only reason we didn't invite you was because you said you had to be in Stardust Town!
Feower: Sorry about that. We didn't plan on coming at first, but an unforeseen force was at play.
Feower: Tien, what kind of situation could possibly lead to you needing help?
Lyria: Some boys were trying to flirt with Tien!
Continue 4Feower: Really?
Tien: They were pretty persistent... That's when (Captain) jumped in to my rescue.
Feower: They must have a death wish to even consider flirting with you.
Gran is the Main Character
Lyria: (Captain) worked his magic by pretending to be Tien's boyfriend!
Feower: Tien's boyfriend? You?
Tien: Mm-hm. It worked incredibly well.
Feower: Hmm...
Feower: Anyhow, I appreciate you helping us out.
Djeeta is the Main Character
Vyrn: We worked our magic by pretending to be Tien's little brothers and sisters!
Feower: I see.
Vyrn: Sure had them fooled!
Hehe, I bet we're just drowning in acting talent without even knowing it!
Hehe, I bet we're just drowning in acting talent without even knowing it!
Lyria: Hehe, I'd say so!
Olivia: I wonder about that...
Feower: Anyhow, I appreciate you helping us out.
Continue 5Tien: I guess we owe you one now. We'll be sure to pay back this favor.
Choose: No worries.
Lyria: Yeah! The whole point of a vacation is to have fun!
Tien: Mm... Thank you.
This unexpected encounter leads to everyone returning to the beach together.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 3: Jungle Tour! - Episode 2
On the party's return to the beach, a man named Tony—claiming to be from the local tourism association—comes by and invites everyone on a tour of the jungle.
(Captain) and company return to the beach only to be approached by a merry group of men.
???: Why, hello there. Are you all here together?
Vyrn: Hm? Oh, hey, old man. That's a pretty jolly getup you're wearing!
Tony: Ahaha. Name's Tony. I'm with the Cyrath Tourism Association.
Lenny: And I'm Lenny, his assistant.
Lyria: Tourism Association?
Tony: Yes, that's right. We work hard to make sure that visitors to Cyrath Island walk away fully satisfied knowing what a wonderful place this resort is.
Vyrn: So you know more than anyone about the island then!
Tony: Of course! We deal in many local specialties and even host an eal grabfest every now and then!
Vyrn: Wowie! That's actually a thing?
Tony: Uh-huh! The beaches are a wonderful place to relax, but I assure you the jungles are equally a sight to behold!
Lyria: Jungles?
Lenny: Yes. Unlike the main island of Auguste, Cyrath has developed into its own unique ecosystem.
Lenny: You'll find various animals residing in the jungles here that you won't see anywhere else.
Lenny: A large river cuts across the terrain, making a leisurely cruise through the jungle possible.
Lenny: Touring the woodlands for a glimpse of all the exotic animals is quite a popular activity.
Vyrn: Sounds like fun!
Lyria: Yeah! I'd love to go on a jungle expedition!
Vyrn: How many people can we bring?
Tony: As many as you'd like. We're mainly calling out to visitors who come in groups after all.
Lyria: Tien, Feower, would you two be interested too?
Tien: I appreciate you asking, but considering this is our first time on the beach...
Tien: I think the children would rather stay behind to play some more. So we'll pass.
Feower: That's for sure. Just look at how much fun they're having.
Lyria: Haha, okay. No problem!
Lyria: We can play together again when we get back!
Tien: That's a promise.
Vyrn: I'll go call everyone else!
Lowain: From part-time gig to party-time cruise! Wahey!
Elsam: Dude, I was just about to zonk out from the afternoon blues. Double wahey!
Tomoi: Ain't no way we're turnin' down a jaunt into the jungle! Triple wahey!
Heles: An island with an open sea must have a fascinating ecology. I'd love to see it for myself.
Scathacha: I'll join in too. Naoise, you should come with us. I can't imagine that sandcastle keeping you entertained for much longer.
Naoise: You're right. I'll come.
Lyria: Yay! Glad you can join us!
Naoise: This may be a popular tourist destination, but any jungle is bound to be filled with danger.
Naoise: It is my duty to keep you all safe.
Vyrn: Olivia promised to watch the scary lady's boot camp, so she won't be coming.
Vyrn: Ghandagoza and Crazy Girl are already having too much fun carousing about, so I didn't bother asking them.
Heles: Hm, I don't see Seruel anywhere...
Vyrn: Oh, he said he's not really interested and would rather stay behind to sunbathe.
Heles: Really? I thought for sure he'd be curious.
Scathacha: How rare for you to misread your brother.
Heles: He's always been a bit finicky, ever since we were children. I can't always guess what he might be thinking.
Scathacha: Maybe he had so much fun with the sand that he just needs a break.
Naoise: I have serious doubts about that...
Lyria: Well then, Tony, that'll be nine of us!
Tony: Okay, nine of you boarding with us! Thank you for participating with us!
Tony: Lenny, show them the way, will you?
Lenny: Of course. If you'll follow me this way, please.
Heles: I'm really looking forward to this.
Tony: ...
Tony: Hehe...
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 3: Jungle Tour! - Episode 3
The crew takes delight in a boat cruise through the jungle, catching glimpses of such wonders as a gorilla paradise and a basilisk's habitat.
Lyria: Wow! This boat is so cute!
Heles: It's lovely.
???: How y'all doing? I'll be taking Tony's place...
Ronny: As your tour guide for today's cruise! My name's Ronny, and I know everything there is to know about this jungle!
Lyria: Hello!
Vyrn: Nice to meetcha, pal!
Ronny: Right back at you, buddy! Please watch your step as you come on the boat!
Naoise: Heles, I'll help you up.
Heles: Thank you.
Naoise: Scathacha, do you think your legs will reach far enough? Would you prefer I lifted you up?
Scathacha: Oh, this isn't too bad. Here I go...
Ronny: This boat can get pretty bumpy. For your own safety, please remain in your seats once we cast off.
Ronny: Everybody on? Good.
Ronny: Into the jungle we go!
Their chests thump with excitement as the vessel lurches forward.
Ronny: Coming up is Gorilla Paradise.
Ronny: It's said that a gorilla's musculature is so great that no person can ever surpass it no matter the amount of training!
Ronny: Look at the muscle tone on that one! He might as well be made of steel! Ripped and cut everywhere you look!
Gorilla: ...
Elsam: Dude, they got machos in the jungle too? Stuff just got real.
Tomoi: Oh snap, we need a macho hunter on the prowl, like, yesterday.
Lowain: No way, fam. This is macho territory we're talkin'. A macho hunter only hunts strays.
Lowain: 'Sides, those ain't your everyday machos. I get close to one and I'd be flatlinin' in zero seconds tops.
The Three: Word.
Basilisk: ...
Ronny: Oh, here it comes!
Ronny: Mr. Basilisk is here to collect his toll as usual.
Ronny: All he asks for is one plump, juicy lizard!
Lyria: Eep! Please tell me you don't mean Vyrn!
The Three: Vyrn!
Vyrn: Hey, cut that out! I ain't plump, I ain't juicy, and I definitely ain't no lizard!
Ronny: Ooh, what now?
Cobra: Hiss...
Basilisk: ...
Ronny: He didn't even take a gander at us today. I suppose he was preoccupied with his dear love, Ms. Cobra.
Ronny: I guess love comes before appetite for Mr. Basilisk. What a guy.
Scathacha: Heh. Wouldn't it be funny if the basilisk suddenly swallowed the cobra whole?
Elsam: Dude, I didn't know monsters could be normies. Can't believe a basilisk is beating me in the romance department...
Tomoi: Yeah, wasn't expecting a jungle normie to rub it in our faces.
Lowain: Ah, Kat, I so wish you were here right now...
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 3: Jungle Tour! - Episode 4
While (Captain) and company are captivated by the unique ecology found in the jungle, a giant electric eal makes a surprise appearance. At the end of the route, the crew meets up with Tony again who leads them to an eal farm to participate in an eal grabfest.
The boat transporting the party continues deeper into the jungle.
Naoise: This doesn't bear the slightest resemblance to the beach. I'd almost be hard-pressed to believe we're still on the same island.
Heles: I've heard that unique ecosystems easily come about in dense woodlands where it's especially hot and humid, but this is truly something else...
Heles: There is so much plant life I've never laid eyes on before.
Their attention drawn to the surrounding scenery, an enormous shadow cuts across the length of the boat as the waves make a great splash.
Naoise: Ergh!
Naoise: Heles, Scathacha!
Heles: Scathacha!
Scathacha: What is it?
Lyria: Eep!
The Three: Yeeeow!
Vyrn: Geez, what's the big idea?
Ronny: That was... That can only be the killer fish known as the assassin of the jungle!
Elsam: Knife to see you too... Not!
Tomoi: Hold up, killer fish?
Ronny: Come into direct contact with it and a powerful electric shock will run through your body, greatly accelerating your final breath.
Lowain: Ermahgerd, this ain't no laughing matter, bros. We're, like, totally donezo!
Naoise: What's the creature called?
Ronny: Electric eal. It shares many similarities with the standard eal we eat, but it's altogether different at the same time.
Naoise: Electric eal...
Ronny: Strange... Thought we already nabbed the ones in this area...
Naoise: Is something the matter, sir?
Ronny: Er, no, nothing at all. Let's get on with the tour.
Shortly after, (Captain) and company come upon a large structure.
Vyrn: Hm? What's that over there?
As they all focus their eyes on the building, a familiar figure walks out.
Tony: Hey again, everyone. How's the tour coming along?
Vyrn: You're that guy who invited us! So you came out here ahead of us? It's been a blast so far!
Heles: It was certainly time well spent.
Tony: Glad to hear it! Good to know you're having fun.
Lyria: Also we caught a glimpse of this scary fish called electric eal.
Tony: Oh, you saw that? Must've been terrifying.
Tony: But relax. Truth is, I have one last thing to show you.
Tony: Do you guys like eal by any chance? By that I mean the edible kind, not those electric ones of course.
Scathacha: Yes, those are really yummy. Why do you ask—
Tony: Perfect!
Tony: If you go down a little farther this way, you'll be at the opposite end of the island.
Tony: That's where we house our very own eal farm.
Tony: As I mentioned in passing earlier...
Tony: One activity we provide for our visitors is the eal grabfest. We keep eals that are too small to put out on the market.
Tony: You can take home any eals you catch. Or you can eat them on the spot. The choice is yours.
Vyrn: Whoa, we get to keep 'em? That's beyond generous!
Tony: Provided you can catch them, of course. Hehehe, what do you say? Are you interested?
Vyrn: Let's do this!
Lowain: Whoo, I can feel the eal already!
Tony: You'll get off here and be out in the open seas in no time. We can switch to a specialized motorboat from there.
Leaving the tour boat behind, the crew follows Tony through the jungle.
Heles: So you handle not only tourism, but even fishing.
Tony: Yeah, we do what we can to really liven things up on the island, you know. That naturally leads us to having our hands in a few pots.
Heles: You're quite the energetic type, aren't you? I'm impressed.
Tony: Heles, if I may, I heard through the grapevine that you're the princess of Irestill Kingdom?
Heles: The kingdom is no more. As such it would not be fitting to continue referring to me as a princess.
Tony: How humble you are. Does the reconstruction of Alster Island continue even now?
Heles: Yes. For Alster's continued growth and prosperity, I'm trying to learn as much as I can about different industries.
Tony: In that case I'd like to talk to you about a few side businesses I run.
Tony: If there's anything I can do at all to help with your island's reconstruction, I'd be more than happy to help.
Heles: You are much too kind. Please tell me what you have in mind.
Tony: Of course. We can talk more in my office at the eal farm.
Lenny: The motorboat's right this way.
With a new mode of transportation, the crew heads for the eal farm.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 4: Encroaching Currents - Episode 1
Heles accompanies Tony to his office to learn more about the fishing industry, while the rest of the crew goes all out for the eal grabfest. The Lowain bros unknowingly go after an electric eal and pass out from the jolt.
Shortly after arriving at the eal farm, the crew buckles down for the grabfest.
Vyrn: So this is what a live eal looks like! You've got 'em in spades!
Lyria: Wow, look at them wriggle about!
Scathacha: An eal in the flesh...
Scathacha: How distinct from the broiled eal we had earlier.
Lowain: Getting those fillets just right is a real grind, you know. Ain't got the leeway to be making sure they keep their good looks.
Scathacha: Come to think of it, eal fillets look considerably different from the average fish fillet as well.
Lowain: You got some rad observational skills, Scathy!
Lowain: You know how eals are tube-shaped?
Scathacha: Mm-hm, really slithery too.
Lowain: So, like, there's two ways to split 'em down the middle: the back or the stomach.
Scathacha: To make sure every piece comes out evenly flat, I see.
Lowain: Bingo!
Lowain: Since we get to keep our haul, I'll whip up some broiled eal right here if I catch any!
Scathacha: Should we get on with it then? Heles... Hm? Where's Heles?
Naoise: She went with Tony to learn more about the industry.
Scathacha: Okay, then we'll just have to cover for her!
Vyrn: Heheh! I'm gonna come out on top!
Lyria: Don't count me out either!
Heles follows Tony to his office in the back.
Heles: What impressive breeding grounds. I hear the expenses and hardships that come with keeping such an operation running are—
Tony: Phew.
Tony: Okay, I think we can skip the formalities now.
Heles: ...?
Tony: It's time to talk about our future together, baby.
Heles: I'm not sure I understand your intent.
Tony: I mean it like I say it.
Heles: What could you possibly—
Lowain: Aww, I want Kat munchin' on my broiled eal too!
Tomoi: Heard she got picked out by the Sphiria guard captain.
Elsam: "Kat for military advisor, Kat for military advisor" is apparently all that's on the dude's mind. I bet he's got the hots for her.
Scathacha: Lowain sure is persistent when it comes to Katalina.
Lowain: Hell to the yes! Kat's why I'm in the crew to begin with! Was love at first sight!
Lowain: Like, only reason I'm alive is to play out this totally epic romance.
Naoise: Love at first sight, you say... It almost sounds like a fairy-tale.
Lowain: Bro, I was gobsmacked like you wouldn't believe. Who woulda thought fate had such a slammin' role for me to play.
Lowain: That moment I first laid eyes on her, I knew I was in for something totally rad and awesome!
Lowain: Was like being struck by lightning! Yeowch!
Naoise: That's... quite the shocking metaphor.
Elsam: Dude, Lowain! Cut the chitchat; it's time to get grounded! Check that out!
Tomoi: Alert! Alert! Giant eal sneaking up on Scathy!
Scathacha: Hm? Ooh, this is a big one!
The shadow of a giant fish can be seen wiggling about beside Scathacha.
Lowain: I bet that's the alpha right there!
Tomoi: This'll be one for the record books, baby!
Elsam: Eal dude's practically callin' out to us!
Lowain: Sammy, Tommy! Get in position—we're gonna corner it!
Elsam & Tomoi: Aight!
Lowain: On your mark...
On Lowain's signal, the trio hurl themselves at the silhouette simultaneously.
Lowain: Huzzah!
The Three: Guh-guh-guh-guh-guh!
Lyria: Yikes! Lowain!
Scathacha: Ah!
Vyrn: What's up with you guys?
Lowain: L-l-lights-out...
Elsam: Pshew...
Tomoi: Rgh... Glug...
Naoise: Lowain! Tomoi! Elsam!
Lowain: Owned... like a boss...
Naoise: What?
Lowain: Kat... Those were the days...
Lowain: Glurgh...
Naoise: Lowain!
The trio passes out from an unidentified electrical shock. What was to be a fun-filled grabfest quickly turns sour.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 4: Encroaching Currents - Episode 2
Back on the beach, the flames of passion burn brightly with Yngwie in town. Seruel spots an anti-mafia protest and learns of the eal supply being unscrupulously controlled by the mafia. Thinking back to the eal grabfest that Tony mentioned earlier, Seruel grows suspicious and gathers a few others to look for (Captain) and company.
Girl 1: Oh my Yngwie!
Girl 2: When we heard about your visit, we knew we just had to see you with our own eyes!
Girl 3: Would you like to have dinner with us? I know a great place.
Yngwie: Thanks, but no thanks... One town, one girl—that's my rule.
Yngwie puts an arm around Carla's shoulder and pulls her closer.
Yngwie: You see, I've already got the best girl there is. She's set my heart ablaze.
Women: Aww, Yngwie!
Carla: Seems like you're pretty famous. Are you sure about turning them down? They seemed pretty cute.
Yngwie: That your way of testing me?
Yngwie flashes her a bold grin and closes the distance between them.
Yngwie: Only thing going through my head right now is how we're going to make love to each other later.
Yngwie gently traces his rugged fingers along the slender base of her neck.
Yngwie: Ma Cherie... I know you feel the same. Am I wrong?
Carla: ...!
Carla: Don't... tease me like that... Sorry for testing you...
Yngwie: Good girl.
The pair make their way to the sandy summer beach as the searing flames of passion scatter in every direction.
Seruel: ...
Meanwhile Seruel walks alone by the shoreline on the now nearly vacant beach.
Seruel: Hm? Isn't that...
Islander 1: Get the heck off our island!
Islander 2: Cyrath's ecosystem won't last long with you slimeballs mucking everything up!
Seruel: Could this be...
The angry shouts of the locals can be heard in the distance.
Islander 2: Damned mafia always messing with our lives!
Seruel: Mafia?
Seruel: This can't be good...
Seruel cuts his stroll short to learn more about the protest.
Islander 2: Was about two or three years ago when the mafia first came to Cyrath.
Islander 2: Tourism, fishing, commerce... Those rotten scumbags have their sticky fingers in everything. Worst is the eal trade.
Seruel: Tell me about the eals.
Islander 1: Everything went down the drain the moment they realized how valuable eals can be.
Islander 1: They used their endless poaching to flood the market with eals, dramatically increasing the island's supply.
Islander 1: Originally a rare commodity, the unit price on eals have always made them a bit of a luxury. But now supply outpaces demand.
Islander 1: With so few buyers, fishers had no choice but to throw out a whole bunch of 'em regularly.
Islander 2: Eals have always been a staple of Cyrath Island. A good number of shops depend on them as the main source of income.
Islander 2: To those guys, ever-increasing inflation and restrictions on eal fishing is a make-or-break deal.
Islander 2: It resulted in a downward spiral where shop owners felt they couldn't survive anymore unless they got into bed with the mafia.
Islander 1: And what are we left with now? More and more young'uns are doing the dirty work for the mafia—civil order's a thing of the past. It's all downhill from here...
Seruel: I see...
Islander 1: You a tourist? I'm sorry we don't got much more than this heck of a snafu to show you.
Seruel: Please, don't be. I consider it my duty as a guest to learn how the locals live their lives.
Seruel: I'm ashamed of myself for feasting on broiled eal earlier without knowing any of this.
Seruel: Thank you for the insight.
An ominous feeling welling up in the pit of his stomach, Seruel rushes to find nearby crewmates.
Seruel: Olivia, Ilsa, may I have a moment?
Olivia: Is everything all right—
That look on your face is not a good sign.
That look on your face is not a good sign.
Elsewhere Feower and Tien also take notice of the unrest fermenting.
Islander 2: Damned mafia can beat it!
Tien: ...!
Feower: Mafia...
Feower: Sis, did he just say...
Tien: Mm, I heard it too. I wonder how much influence the mafia have here.
Feower: It's a resort destination after all. Those mafia cockroaches gather wherever the money is.
Tien: I'll go check things out. You should get everyone ready.
Feower: Gotcha, Sis.
Seruel and Olivia seem to be in a rush as they pass by.
Feower: Ah, it's you two.
Olivia: Oh, I didn't realize you were here too.
Tien: Can we ask you a question?
Tien: We heard mention of mafia. Do you know if they have a presence on the island?
Olivia: That seems to be the case.
Seruel: Which reminds me... The mafia have families set up in Stardust Town too, don't they?
Feower: That's right. I can't say for sure that the mafia here in Cyrath don't have a connection to them.
Seruel explains the island's situation to the Erune siblings.
Tien: So that's what's going on...
Seruel: I hope I'm simply overthinking matters, but I need to relay everything I've learned at once.
Seruel: There was a man who introduced himself as a member of the Cyrath Tourism Association. He mentioned an eal grabfest.
Seruel: With the extinction of eals at stake and restrictions placed on the number that may be caught, a grabfest is unthinkable.
Tien: Sounds like the mafia definitely has a hand in this.
Seruel: We can also assume (Captain) and the others are within their grasp.
Feower: But they were just talking business, right? In which case I doubt everyone would be in immediate danger.
Seruel: How I wish that were so. But back in our homeland of Alster, we engaged in a minor scuffle with the mafia.
Seruel: They know my face and my sister's. It would be a safe guess that they were targeting Heles from the outset.
Tien: Feower, if you or any of the children were the ones who had gone with them, I'd be in a rush to find you too.
Feower: Got me there.
Tien: Seruel, if you're going to look for them, we'll come along. We owe it to (Captain).
Feower: Besides, we can hold our own against those goombahs pretty well.
Seruel: Having two Eternals join our ranks is most reassuring.
Seruel: Time is wasting as we stand here and speak. Let us make haste.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 4: Encroaching Currents - Episode 3
Heles returns from her meeting with Tony to warn (Captain) and the others that it's a trap. Prison bars rise around the party, locking them in. With everyone held hostage, Tony presents Heles with an ultimatum: become his woman, or face the consequences.
Lowain and bros are still collapsed from the high voltage released by the giant eal.
It lies beside them, equally fatigued from the discharge of energy.
Vyrn: So this is what they call an electric eal...
(Captain) and Naoise tend to the wounded bros.
Just as they prepare to lift the trio out, Heles returns in a panic.
Naoise: Heles!
Heles: We must leave at once, everyone! This is a trap!
Scathacha: Trap?
Naoise: Heles, what are you on about?
Heles: ...!
What happened to Lowain and his company?
What happened to Lowain and his company?
Lyria: Well, there was an electric eal in this tank and...
Metal bars suddenly come down around the crew.
Heles: Rgh!
Everyone by the enclosure are locked in with all the eals.
Naoise: This can't be!
Vyrn: What's happenin'!
Tony: Quite the nimble woman, aren't ya.
Heles: Release them at once.
Tony: Ooh, you've got some cojones on you. Wouldn't expect any less from a former princess.
Vyrn: Is it just me, or has Mr. Tour Guide been acting a bit funny?
Lyria: I feel it too... I don't like it...
Scathacha: Heles, what happened? I doubt it was anything good, but fill us in anyway.
Naoise: ...
Heles: This man is a member of the mafia. That became all the more apparent when I walked into his office in the back.
Naoise: We've been had!
Tony: Hey, shut your traps!
Tony: Listen up, Princess! I'm all ready to sic a hundred o' those shockers on your pals.
Tony: One flip of a switch, and the electric eals from those tanks will come flooding into the enclosure.
Heles: ...!
Lyria: Eep!
Vyrn: Oh no! He's gonna do it!
Scathacha: He must mean more of those creatures that did Lowain and company in. What insolence!
Tony: But it won't be me makin' the call. It's all on you, Heles.
(Captain) and Naoise search their surroundings for an opening.
Tony: Ah-ah-ah. You skyfarers better not try anything funny.
Tony: Unless you wanna see your friends go the way of the dodo, you better stay put. Princess and I are hammering out a deal.
Naoise: ...
Heles: From everything you've said up to this point, this is your one and only eal farm. You would be the one to bear the losses if you slaughtered all the other eals in the process.
Heles: I strongly doubt you'd be willing to put up with the damage. Am I wrong?
Tony: Hoo-ah! I like a smart woman!
Tony: 'Cept you should know I'm the type to do anything to get what I want.
Tony: And believe me when I say I walk the talk. I ain't one to make lousy trades either.
Heles: Tell us what you brought us out here for already. Surely you're more than just a depraved sadist.
Tony: Hoo boy, how many times do I gotta give it to ya? You must really like to hear me talk.
Tony: Fine, just once more. I want you to be mine.
Tony: Become my missus, and I won't lay a hand on your friends.
Naoise: Oh, the nerve!
Heles: Is that all the reason you have for pulling such a stunt?
Tony: Heh. I want you so bad, I can almost taste you.
Heles: ...
Heles: If I did comply, my heart would not be in it.
Heles: What would be the meaning of such a relationship?
Tony: Meaning? Pff, all you women need is a pretty face and a buxom bod to keep me happy!
Tony: 'Sides, taming a wild mare never gets old.
Naoise: Still your tongue! How dare you speak to Heles in such a manner!
Heles: Silence, Naoise.
Naoise: But...
Heles: Lest you forget that you're in captivity.
Heles: Inciting his anger right now would not be the wisest move.
Heles keeps her piercing gaze on Tony the entire time.
Tony: That plucky attitude of yours is only making me want you all the more.
Naoise: Tch...
Heles: ...
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 4: Encroaching Currents - Episode 4
Darkness pervades the surroundings as gunshots sound off. Feower and Tien fend off the surrounding mafia while Olivia and Seruel come in to rescue the party. Tony makes a getaway while the crew returns to the beach before the mafia can launch another attack.
(Captain) and company fell for the mafia's trap and must now play the role of hostage.
Heles remains stalwart despite the persistent mafia boss who tries to make her his own.
She plays out various scenarios in her head, trying to think of any possible weaknesses in the enemy's plan.
Heles: (That man possesses no combat skill. If I can just find an opening...)
Heles: (The problem is the mass of electric eals...)
Heles: (I trust (Captain) and Naoise can handle them, but doing so while keeping everyone safe is another matter...)
Heles: (Which means...)
Tony: What's with the silent treatment? I'm still waiting on your answer.
Heles: (My only choice is to pretend to yield and find an opening from there.)
Heles: Very well. If I am all that you wish for—
Tony: The hell?
Darkness suddenly pervades the surroundings.
Mafioso 3: Who's there! Graagh!
Mafioso 4: You don't know who you're messin' with!
Naoise: Heles! Are you safe?
Heles: I'm fine. Remain calm and brace yourselves for what may come! And don't lose sight of each other!
Lyria: R-right!
Tony: Tch, intruders?
Tony: Rgh! What the hell? The lever's not workin'...
Tony: Damn it!
Realizing that he's at a disadvantage, Tony leaves the premises.
Vyrn: What's happening?
Olivia: Is everyone okay?
Lyria: Olivia!
Scathacha: Olivia? Oh, I get it; the darkness must have been your doing.
Olivia: I've called upon the power of dusk. We must escape while they're distracted.
The sound of electricity fills the room.
Vyrn: Did you guys see that spark just now?
Lyria: Over there too!
Naoise: I guess it becomes visible in the darkness.
Vyrn: Not good! We've got more than a few of those things in here!
Naoise: Seems like they planned on turning us into electric eal feed from the get-go.
Olivia: No time to talk. (Captain), can you cut through the iron bars?
(Captain) calls for the others to stand back before slicing the bars.
Olivia: Quickly!
Seruel: Sister, I'm glad to see you're safe.
Heles: Seruel! Good timing. Were you waiting to show up like a knight in shining armor?
Seruel: I sure was. Except I left my shining armor back on the ship.
Seruel: I wasn't ready to let you have all the fun to yourself, Sister. Not like those mafia had a chance against you anyhow.
Heles: Speaking of, what were those gunshots? Is there anyone else with you?
Seruel: Tien and Feower are taking care of the small fry.
Seruel: It's to buy you all time to escape.
Olivia: (Captain) and the others have already been freed. I'll go assist our Eternal companions. We must end this farce once and for all.
Tien: (Captain), you're okay.
Feower: We've taken care of the goons here. The remaining ones must've taken off by some other route.
Olivia: Considering this is their hideout, I suppose it is only natural for them to have multiple escape routes.
Seruel: Good work. That went by faster than I thought it would.
Tien: Mm, don't mention it. That wasn't too bad at all.
Seruel: Your words give me courage. But we can't relax just yet.
Naoise: Yes. They will surely try to make contact with us again.
Feower: There's no end to them no matter how many you take out.
Tien: Mm... One simple thrashing would hardly be enough to get them to give up.
The mafia's numbers on Cyrath Island have greatly thinned thanks to Feower and Tien's efforts.
But the capo, Tony, has gone underground with the remaining members.
Suspecting another skirmish with the mafia soon, (Captain) and company return to the beach to gather the other crew members.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 5: Electric Eal Attack - Episode 1
Having returned to the beach, the crew learns from Rosetta that swimming has been prohibited due to the emergence of electric eals. Eager to help resolve the situation, Heles asks the Cyrath Beach Committee to gather and discuss a course of action.
The party returns from the danger-infested jungles to learn that the beach authorities have prohibited swimming.
Ilsa: Have we recovered all the tourists out at sea? Do a roll call to make sure we didn't miss anyone!
Ilsa: Check that the number of boats and floats returned match up as well!
Society Trainee: Yes, ma'am!
Naoise: This is...
Rosetta: (Captain)! Glad to see that all of you are back safe.
Rosetta: I went to buy a few things. And when I came back, no one was around.
Rosetta: My heart nearly skipped a beat when Ilsa told me what happened.
Vyrn: Yeah, we managed okay. What's the deal here though?
Rosetta: Electric eals were spotted in the designated swimming area.
Lyria: Yikes!
Rosetta: They supposedly only dwell deep in the rivers of the jungle...
Rosetta: But they've somehow made their way here.
Rosetta: We're working with the Cyrath Beach Committee to make sure everyone is back safe and sound.
With so many killer fish on the loose, the local beaches have become nothing more than a sea of death.
Vyrn: Wait! Do you think they let out all the fish to get back at us?
Feower: Not likely.
Feower: I moved the electric eals back at the farm into another tank.
Tien: And I locked that tank up for insurance. The key's right here.
Vyrn: Whoa! You managed to pull all that off in the confusion?
Vyrn: They don't call you Eternals for nothing!
Committee Chief: Sorry to interrupt.
Tien: Hm?
Vyrn: Who are you, mister?
Rosetta: He's the chief of the beach committee I just mentioned. He has something to discuss.
Committee Chief: Truth is, those electric eals didn't pop up just now.
Heles: You've had them out at sea before?
Committee Chief: They're apex predators in these waters, so their numbers never amounted to much.
Committee Chief: But ever since the overfishing of normal eals began two years ago, the number of electric eals has dramatically increased.
Committee Chief: We had one incident last year where the river sent a bunch of them down here.
Seruel: You mentioned overfishing. I suppose that had an effect on the overall ecology?
Committee Chief: We've had a few civilian deaths as a result. We now make it our top priority to exterminate the electric eals.
Committee Chief: Since they look so similar to standard ones, we figured they'd make a good meal, but...
Vyrn: Not so appetizing, I'm guessing?
Committee Chief: They're not exactly poisonous, but surely no one in their right mind would ever want to feast on one.
Scathacha: Repulsive then.
Committee Chief: I've never had one for myself, but that does seem to be the case.
Heles: So, Chief. Did you have something to ask us?
Committee Chief: Yes, I hear you're all skyfarers. I hate to ask you this knowing you're on vacation, but...
Committee Chief: Would it be all right if I asked your crew to handle the electric eals? Of course, we'll reward you handsomely.
Vyrn: I'm not sure it's gonna be so easy considering how many there are.
Naoise: Indeed. Unless we can pinpoint the root of the issue, exterminating only the ones within sight won't be much of a solution.
Heles: However, we cannot let the current problem fester either.
Committee Chief: We can't even go fishing at this rate...
Heles: ...
Heles: (Captain)...
Heles whispers something in (Captain)'s ear, which is reciprocated with a nod.
Heles: Okay then.
Heles signals to (Captain).
She then asks the chief to gather all the committee members together.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 5: Electric Eal Attack - Episode 2
With the main representatives of the local beach committee present, their chief describes the issues that the island currently faces. They must all work together to drive out the mafia and restore the island's natural ecology. Seeing the determination in everyone's faces, the crew is now ready to eradicate both the mafia and the electric eals.
The committee board, including members of the Fisherman's Guild and the Chamber of Commerce, comes before the crew.
Committee Chief: We convene here today to discuss the problems that Cyrath Island currently faces.
Committee Chief: Namely... the overfishing of eals and the glut on the market. As a result we are seeing a population explosion of their electric brethren.
Committee Chief: The series of incidents can all be traced back to a single starting point.
F. Guild Chief: If you ask me, overfishing's what caused it all—plain and simple.
F. Guild Chief: That's why I set restrictions on the amount that each of us could catch...
F. Guild Chief: But some people just don't know when to stop, not to mention all the poaching that went on. And before we knew it, there were more eals in the market than what was being reported to us.
Eal Fisherman: ...
The fisherman listens with an embarrassed expression.
F. Guild Chief: Those of us in the Fisherman's Guild failed to effectively enforce the restrictions we set up ourselves. And for that, I can only apologize.
Committee Chief: No, the responsibility lies elsewhere as well.
Committee Chief: Many businesses have begun to deal in eal. But without the demand to accompany the increased supply, the surplus ends up going to the bin.
Committee Chief: Those who traded in eal all the while cognizant of the fact are just as guilty.
Crab Fisherman: That's a good point. I've spotted eals being sold outside of the usual places lately.
Diver: And broiled eal as a menu item is becoming more commonplace.
Vendor Guy: ...
Vendor Lady: ...
Committee Chief: What we must do now is banish the mafia for good and restore the island to its natural ecology.
Crab Fisherman: I understand what you're saying, but getting rid of the mafia won't be a walk in the park...
Diver: Yeah, the neighborhood watch is too afraid to even approach them.
Committee Chief: About that, I just made an official request for these skyfarers to handle the mafia.
Committee Chief: (Captain) here is the captain.
Heles: We will deal with both the mafia and the extermination of the electric eals.
Diver: The electric eals too? That's definitely a relief, but why would you go the extra mile?
Seruel: As visitors to this island, we cannot deny our part in everything that has happened.
Seruel: The extinction of eals, a staple of Cyrath, is something that absolutely must not come to pass. We will do what we can to ameliorate the situation.
Naoise: Though we did not know of the circumstances at hand, that is no excuse for our participation in the eal grabfest...
Lyria: They're too tasty to be lost forever!
Crab Fisherman: You're too kind... I can't even begin to thank you.
Heles: But that will only be a temporary solution. Unless we can remove the true cause of this whole fiasco, the situation is bound to repeat itself.
Heles: Which is why, for the betterment of Cyrath Island, I must ask you all to reconsider your mindset.
As if having reached an epiphany, the committee chief looks to the eal fishermen and speaks up.
Committee Chief: The time to reflect on our actions has come. We allowed the mafia to interfere, and many of us even formed an unholy alliance with them.
Committee Chief: I looked into each of your fish farms and found vast amounts of eal. I've also confirmed your connections with the mafia.
Eal Fishermen: ...
Committee Chief: We'll be having hearings later. And I'd like each and every one of you to come out with the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
Committee Chief: Consider it your punishment for so easily giving into avarice. Take this chance to repent.
Eal Fishermen: Fair enough...
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 5: Electric Eal Attack - Episode 3
As (Captain) and company get ready to set out on their mission, they realize that Heles is nowhere to be seen. A large parcel containing an electric eal clothed in a traditional Alster Island bride's dress arrives, which the crew interprets as a message from the mafia. Recovering Heles becomes a priority.
After the meeting, all the members of the crew in Cyrath come together.
Yuisis: (Captain), we heard what happened. Word is you're ready to take 'em out once and for all.
Yuisis: Well, I still need to pay you back for everything you've done for me, so bring me along. Lemme have a go, and I'll make sure they sleep with the fishes.
Ghandagoza: (Captain), I've come to your aid! Let us cleanse this island of the cretins that plague its every corner!
Ghandagoza: When the cock's crow signals dawn, you'll be overjoyed to be done with it all and become my apprentice!
Lyria: Wait, (Captain) didn't say anything about that!
Vyrn: Geez! You reek of booze, old man! Can you even stand up straight?
Ghandagoza: Gahahaha, this is most magnificient! I can almost envision myself awakening to the infinite possibilities of the drunken fist!
Ghandagoza: This is all part of my training as the greatest brawler there ever was! No amount of sake will get the better of me!
Rosetta: (Captain), what would you have us do?
Olivia: Seruel, can you explain the details of the operation?
Seruel: We have two main tasks ahead of us.
Seruel: We must first secure the eals the mafia keep in holding... and then take apart their eal farm and office.
Seruel: Our other objective is to eliminate all electric eals.
Scathacha: Some of those creepy fish showed up in the open saltwater, but we'll find them in droves in the jungle.
Scathacha: It's no fault of their own, but we can't allow them to live on.
Naoise: Perhaps we should split into two groups. One will head to the sea, and the other the jungle.
Rosetta: Agreed.
Olivia: That reminds me—has anyone seen Heles?
Lyria: She hasn't been back since calling you all here.
Crab Fisherman: Oh crap! You guys need to see this!
Seruel: Is something the matter?
The fisherman carries a large package to the crew.
A sense of foreboding fills the air as they open up the package.
E. Eal Bride: ...
Naoise: Could this be...
Scathacha: What is it?
An electric eal, clothed in what appears to be a wedding dress, lies motionless inside.
Seruel: ...
Scathacha: A well-dressed electric eal? For what?
Vyrn: Now that's just gross.
Seruel: A muslin dress with oxen designs...
Naoise: ...!
Lyria: Hm? Seruel, do you know something?
Seruel: This is the traditional garb worn by the bride in Alster's weddings.
Vyrn: Is this supposed to be some kinda message?
Committee Chief: This is exactly the sort of thing the mafia does...
Committee Chief: It would be safe to assume that they've captured your friend.
Lyria: What's the meaning of the wedding dress?
Committee Chief: Considering how domineering their boss is, I believe it means he's taken the lady for himself.
Naoise: Ngh... Heles!
Scathacha stands in Naoise's way, preventing him from rushing off.
Scathacha: Wait, Naoise.
Naoise: We've no time to—
Scathacha: I said wait.
Naoise: ...
Scathacha: You too, Seruel.
Seruel: Me? What—
Scathacha: Your pale face and heavy breathing say it all.
Scathacha: We'll already be stretched thin by splitting up. We can't afford to bring anyone who's lost to anger.
Seruel: ...
Scathacha: Besides, we were going to clash with the mafia one way or another. Things simply got a little more complicated.
Tien: Getting Heles back first will give us an advantage. She'll likely have info on what they're up to.
Scathacha: Thank you for the reassuring words. Without their big sister to keep them in check, those little boys can get somewhat feisty.
Lyria: Let's go save our Heles! C'mon, (Captain)!
Chances are getting Heles back won't happen without a fight.
With Feower and Tien, two Eternals very much accustomed to battling the mafia, in tow...
(Captain) and the Irestill gang head out to recover Heles.
Olivia and the remaining members work with the Fisherman's Guild to secure the eals from the eal farm.
Yuisis: Best of luck.
Seruel: To you all as well.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 5: Electric Eal Attack - Episode 4
Heles's defiant attitude toward Tony never wavers despite being locked up in chains. Yngwie, who heard from Carla about everything the mafia is up to, shows up to greet Tony.
Tony: Sorry if the boys were a bit rough with you. I hope they didn't frighten you too much.
Tony: Blame me if you have to.
Tony: I've gotta say they're a pretty sad bunch to have to gang up on you to even stand a chance though.
Heles: ...
Her hands and feet bound, Heles remains firm in her disposition.
Tony: It's okay to talk, you know. There's gotta be somethin' you wanna say.
Heles: I have nothing to say to you.
Tony: Oh, girl. Do you have any idea what situation you're in right now?
Tony: I've got more than a few ways to make a pretty face fall in line.
Tony: It's fine to show strength of character, just as long as you don't push it.
???: I'm all ready for show-and-tell.
Tony: Rgh... Who the hell are you!
Yngwie: Your worst nightmare.
Heles: ...!
Yngwie is a crew member
Yngwie: My lady says hello. I'm here to smash your face in.
Yngwie: Oh, and that belle over there is in my crew. So you're gonna have to hand her over.
Yngwie not in crew
Yngwie: My lady says hello. I'm here to smash your face in.
Yngwie: At least that was the plan... You know, taking a woman against her will and tying her up is just low. You're a disgrace to every man who ever lived.
Yngwie: Makes you all the more deserving of what I'm about to do to you.
Continue 1Tony: You're... Yngwie!
Yngwie: Hm? Have we met?
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 6: This Vacation's Ours! - Episode 1
An enraged Naoise blames himself for failing in his duty to protect Heles, but Seruel and Scathacha admonish the knight, explaining that not all is lost. In watching their little episode, Feower and Tien realize that the same fate could befall them one day.
(Captain) and company head for the eal farm where the mafia keep their hideout.
The party proceeds cautiously, steering clear of any sea mines likely planted by the mafia.
Naoise keeps a close watch on the deck of the motorboat.
Naoise: ...
Naoise: Why did I leave Heles to go off alone?
Naoise: I already knew that she was their primary target...
Naoise is unable to come to terms with himself over what he considers to be a grave mistake.
He remains oblivious to his own self-reprimanding murmurs.
Naoise: We may have put an end to their mischief in Alster, but they continue to plague us at every turn...
Naoise: Rgh...
Seruel: Naoise. Unclench your fists. You're bleeding.
Seruel: I'll admit we underestimated them... But not a single one of us blames you for it, Naoise.
Naoise: No, Seruel.
Naoise: It is my duty as a knight to protect the princess. She was right beside me, yet I failed her miserably...
Naoise: I can blame no one but myself for Heles's capture. You cannot imagine the shame I bear...
Seruel: Regret won't change anything.
Seruel: The fact that the mafia were able to take advantage of the situation and capture Heles simply means they were one step ahead of us.
Seruel: Witnesses say they bribed the children playing nearby to invite Heles over.
Naoise: Rgh... Employing youngsters to beguile a woman may as well be the vilest form of treachery!
Naoise: I'll strike upon them a blow so great, they'll never forget their sin!
Scathacha: You fool.
A flabbergasted Scathacha kicks Naoise in the shin.
Naoise: Ah!
Scathacha: Don't be the reckless boar that charges into battle, Naoise. Always keep the big picture in mind.
Naoise: ...
Scathacha: It's okay to worry. And at this point, some self-reflection doesn't hurt as well.
Scathacha: But if you're going to lose sight of yourself, then do yourself a favor and cast aside the anger. Unless you want to give up any hope of saving those who matter.
Naoise: Have I lost sight of myself...
Scathacha: Gah, quit moaning already!
Naoise: Ngh!
Seruel: Spoken from a dragon who has experienced it firsthand and discarded her own anger. Let her words sink in.
Scathacha: Oh, quiet, you! Are you mocking me?
Seruel: No, I merely speak from the heart.
Seruel: Losing composure only poses problems later on.
Seruel: Naoise, let this be a lesson to learn.
Naoise: Indeed!
Feower and Tien watch the Irestill team off to the side.
Tien: Seruel's the most worried, but he doesn't show it at all. I really have to give him credit for that.
Feower: Not a fan of the tough guy act.
Tien: Oh, give him a break.
Tien: ...
Tien: If you were ever captured, Feower... I'm not sure I'd be able to stay calm.
Feower: You're too kind, Sis. You should worry more about yourself before others.
Tien: Mm... I suppose I am a bit of a worrywart.
Feower: ...
Feower: If anyone ever tried to kidnap you...
Feower: I'd cripple them so bad that wanting to make off with someone again is the last thing they'd ever think of.
Tien: Naoise, too, said something to that effect.
Feower: Any halfwit who's dumb enough to lay a hand on us Eternals deserves a world of hurt and more.
Tien: Mm... I follow you.
Tien: I'd probably do the same.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 6: This Vacation's Ours! - Episode 2
Tony exploits an opening against Yngwie, who counters Tony by transforming into his full-metal form and going on the offensive. Tony takes Heles hostage, but (Captain) and company come to the rescue. They wipe out most of the mafia, but Tony manages to escape.
Heles: ...
Tony: You're Yngwie, captain of the Debonair Daredevils!
Yngwie: Brings back memories. It's too bad we've already disbanded.
Tony: Yeah, I know. My old man was in the crew way back!
Yngwie: That so?
Tony: Heh! Who'd a thought I'd be rubbing elbows with the legend himself one day!
Tony: My dad used to talk about you all the time, you know! Molded me into a proper fan.
Tony: Those stories about how you toured the Crimson Horizon, made love to a hundred beautiful women, and so much more—so much insanity!
Tony: If the tales are true—
Yngwie: They're a bit off.
Tony: Heh, I figured they were exaggerations. No matter how you slice it, a hundred babes is just—
Yngwie: Try a thousand beautiful women.
Tony: Huh?
Tony: Hahaha! Seriously? You still got energy at your age?
Yngwie: Don't ask the obvious. I'll always be ready for some action until my dying breath.
Tony: Wooo! This is too good!
Tony: So why has everyone's favorite lady-killer come lookin' for me of all people?
Tony: You supposed to be the retired knight in shining armor that rescues the princess?
Yngwie: That's one way to put it.
Yngwie: Sides, isn't it the role of the villain to get his face smashed in by the hero?
Tony: What?
Yngwie: Get down.
Heles: Hm?
Lenny: Heh!
Ronny: Die!
Yngwie: Rgh...
Heles: Yngwie!
Tony: Bwahahaha! You numbskull!
Tony: Whatever you were planning to do, it's too late for ya!
Tony: Your head must be stuck in the sand to come sneaking into a mafia hideout alone!
Tony: Hey, Princess, let's see how many holes we managed to put into your friend!
Yngwie: Whew... I guess the pipsqueaks in any generation are nothing but talk.
Tony: What the!
A bunch of mafiosi lie strewn about the floor.
Tony: Damn it!
Yngwie: You finished already? Because I'm not.
Yngwie: I'll show you the meaning of debonair daredevil.
Yngwie: Full Metal Sights!
Lenny and Ronny: Gwaargh!
More henchmen fall to Yngwie's beam cannon.
Tony: Cripes!
Using Heles as a shield, Tony tries to escape from the room.
Yngwie: Using a woman as cover? You have any idea how pathetic you are?
Tony: Shut your piehole, you old coot! You make a move, and I'll off this missy!
With the majority of Tony's forces taken out, he puts a knife to Heles's throat.
Yngwie quietly disarms himself and raises both arms.
Tony: Boys! If you're not ready to become pig feed, then get the hell back up and do something!
Tony: Whack that dodderin' old fool!
Tony's underlings can hardly move.
Lenny: Urgh... Shoot... You're in for it, old man!
Yngwie: Think you can keep your eyes closed for a minute, miss?
Heles: Yngwie!
Ronny: Argh! Die!
Yngwie: Ngh...
Tony: Hahah! Playing it cool till his final moments!
Carla: Stop it!
Mafiosi: It's the lady!
Carla: Don't you dare lay a finger on him!
Yngwie: I can't believe you came!
Feower: Die!
Lenny: Rgh!
Tien: ...
Ronny: Ack...
Immediately thereafter (Captain) and company show up to help.
Carla: Eek!
Seruel: It's dangerous—come this way!
With most of the henchmen already taken out by Yngwie, the party makes quick work of the remaining mafiosi.
Only Tony, who has taken Heles hostage, remains standing.
Tony: Don't make me do it!
Heles: Still clinging on, are you?
Naoise: Why, you—
Tony edges the knife closer to Heles's neck.
Tien: Intense Bullet...
Tien shoots the knife right out of Tony's hand.
Tony: Urgh! Damn it all!
Tony pushes Heles onto the ground and attempts to get away.
Heles: Unnh...
Seruel: Sister!
Scathacha: Humph... Making a break for it, are you?
Naoise: Scathacha, wait!
Seruel: Naoise, I'll take things from here! Please watch after Scathacha!
Naoise: V-very well!
Lyria: Heles! Are you okay?
Heles: Yes, I'm fine. But how is Yngwie?
Heles: He took a few bullets to his back earlier.
Yngwie: Oh, this? Nothing a good back rub can't fix.
Yngwie is a crew member
Vyrn: What are you doing here to begin with, Yngwie?
Vyrn: You went missing the moment we landed on the island.
Yngwie: Well, we're here on vacation, right? You can bet I've been doing my fair share of vacationing.
A fashionably charming woman, tears welling up in her eyes, clings to Yngwie.
Carla: You dummy!
Carla: I'd never be able to live with myself if you died here!
Carla: I'm so glad you're safe!
Yngwie: Sorry about that.
Vyrn: Hm? Who's she?
Yngwie: Well... Let's just say I've been having a really good vacation.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 6: This Vacation's Ours! - Episode 3
Scathacha chases after Tony and unleashes her wrath as the True Dragon Deirdre—payback for what he had done to Heles and the Lowain trio. But she holds back somewhat so that Tony can be in a presentable condition for the authorities. Meanwhile the rest of the crew's dismantling of the eal farm goes smoothly.
Tony: Cripes... Pant... Wheeze...
Scathacha: Hold it.
Tony: Woo, just you, little chick? Think you can take me on alone?
Scathacha: Humph... What you see before you is but a vessel. A fleeting form, if you will.
Scathacha: I am the True Dragon Scathacha.
Tony: What?
Scathacha: Don't think you're getting away with everything you've done to my dear friend!
Scathacha: Face your punishment!
Tony: Gwaagh!
Naoise: Scathacha! What are you doing? You've gone too far!
Scathacha: Hah, I only gave him a few scars that'll help him remember the crimes he committed here.
Scathacha: And this is for Lowain and his bros.
Tony: Aaaaagh!
Naoise: Since we have to hand him over to the local guard...
Naoise: I hope you'll leave it at that.
Tony: ...
Scathacha: Humph.
Scathacha: I look forward to seeing what the Auguste authorities do with a villain like him.
Every member of the mafia family that instigated this whole incident is now behind bars.
Tien: I guess Cyrath no longer has anything to fear from the mafia.
Feower: Yeah, they were a pretty small family. Took on more than they could handle.
Feower: Especially with all of us here.
Tien: That's for sure.
Feower: If only we could do the same in Stardust Town...
Tien: If you drain a hole of water and leave the hole as is, a pool is bound to form again eventually.
Tien: The hole we have to deal with is simply too large.
Feower: I know, Sis. Plugging that hole isn't something we can do overnight.
Feower: I know it all too well...
Naoise: Do you think the other group has finished transporting the eals?
Seruel: Good question. Let's go meet up with them.
The crew reconvenes to tackle the last remaining problem facing Cyrath Island.
Ghandagoza: Eternal Rage Final Attack...
Ghandagoza: Fist of the Red Lotus!
The other team led by Olivia works to dismantle the eal farm.
Lowain: Dude, Ghanda kicks so much butt.
Tomoi: F'real. Whoever heard of punching a building down?
Elsam: Ain't that, like, the way of the fist or somethin'?
Olivia: Lowain, please pile up the rubble here for now.
Olivia: This spot will be easy for the cargo ship to reach when it arrives.
Lowain: Gotcha!
Rosetta: I'm just about done with my share.
Yuisis: And I finished that section a while ago. Looks like we'll get to finish early.
The dismantling goes smoothly, until something suddenly shakes up the proceedings.
Yuisis: Hm?
Monkey: Ooh-ohh, ah-ah!
Monkey: Ooh-aah!
Yuisis: What's with the worked-up monkeys? Did somethin' happen?
Olivia: What could be it be?
Rosetta: Over there, everyone.
They look to the river to find a great number of electric eals slithering along the current.
Olivia: Oh no! I had no idea the mafia had already bred so many of them!
Vyrn's Voice: Heyo, how's everything going?
Olivia: (Captain)! It gladdens me to see you've recovered Heles.
Lyria: Mm-hm! She's safe with us now!
Vyrn: Their hideout's done for too!
Yuisis: Good goin', (Captain)!
Rosetta: Glad to have you back safe and sound, Heles.
Heles: Yes, it's thanks to you all. I'm sorry for all the trouble and anxiety I must have caused.
Rosetta: What matters is that you're okay. But we can't relax just yet.
The sound of electricity fills the environs.
Seruel: You're right.
Seruel: This is where our assignment really starts. Let us cleanse this island of electric eals.
The group splits into two groups again: one to the open sea, and one to the jungle.
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Chapter 6: This Vacation's Ours! - Episode 4
(Captain), Vyrn, and Lyria are in the jungle to eliminate the electric eals. When Lyria's leg gets sucked in by a muddy quagmire with an encroaching horde on the way, Seofon comes in the nick of time to make short work of the creatures. He brought along Tweyen and Threo to help Olivia deal with the electric eals in the open seas.
Heles: Oh blessed spear, topple the surging tide before me...
Heles: Eidel Siege!
Electric Eal: ...!
Naoise: Heles!
Seruel: Worry not.
Seruel: Naoise, take care of that side.
Naoise: Of course!
Naoise: Pierce the raging waves!
Naoise: Areadbhar!
Scathacha: ...!
Scathacha: Fall before the awesome might of Deirdre!
Scathacha: Hyaaah!
Scathacha: Phew.
Lyria: (Captain), be careful not to touch any of the electric eals!
Vyrn: Yeah, don't push yourself too hard! It's safer to take it nice and easy!
(Captain) takes deep breaths, exercising great caution with each confrontation.
Vyrn: Looks like they stop moving after releasing a jolt. That's our cue to attack!
Electric Eal: ...
Electric Eal: ...
Waiting for the chance to strike, (Captain) slays them in groups at a time.
It isn't long before one section is cleared of electric eals.
Vyrn: Whew... Guess that does it for this area.
Lyria: Yeah, we did great!
(Captain) is finally able to breathe a sigh of relief.
Electric Eal: ...
Lyria: Yikes! (Captain), there's another one behind you!
Lyria jumps into the river as soon as she spots the electric eal sneaking up on (Captain).
Vyrn: Lyria!
Lyria: Shoo! Get away from (Captain)!
Electric Eal: ...!
Startled by Lyria's sudden gesture, the creature makes a quick getaway.
Lyria: (Captain), are you okay?
Choose: Thank you, Lyria.
Although (Captain) is grateful to Lyria for the assistance, all does not bode well.
Lyria: Huh? I... I can't move... Ahaha... It feels like my feet are in quicksand.
Vyrn: Uh-oh! You can't pull yourself out?
Lyria: Hrgh... I-it's not working!
(Captain) tries to help Lyria up.
But the highly adhesive sand of the riverbed does not let go.
Lyria: I think it's sucking me in deeper!
Vyrn: Oh no, don't tell me it's one of those bottomless swamp things!
Lyria: I didn't even know those existed!
Vyrn: Now, if we can just get one of your feet out...
A rushing tide of discolored water catches the party off guard.
Lyria: Hm?
A wave of electric eals comes flooding in with a thunderous boom.
Vyrn: Nuts! (Captain), there's gotta be something we can do!
Fearing their imminent doom, (Captain) struggles desperately to pull Lyria up.
Lyria: (Captain), please get away! You can't get caught up in—
???: Infinit Klearre!
An attack from seemingly out of nowhere vanquishes the electric eal swarm in one fell swoop.
Seofon: (Captain), Lyria, are you two okay?
Lyria: Seofon?
Vyrn: Seofon!
Seofon: Hahahah! Surprised? Well, you know what they say about heroes coming in at the last minute!
Seofon: But don't relax just yet, (Captain).
Seofon and (Captain) work together to pull Lyria out of the river.
Lyria: Thank you!
Vyrn: Whatcha doin' here anyway?
Seofon: I was out looking for more Eternals to come play with me. It's a shame I could only find two of them.
Vyrn: Huh?
Threo: Tweyen! We can have cake after we finish off these little guppies, right?
Tweyen: Yeah, Seofon said he'll treat us to all-you-can-eat cake.
Threo: All righty! I'm doing this!
Olivia: Hm? Aren't they...
Threo: You fishies are going down!
Threo: Hyaagh!
Threo: Aaargh!
Threo unleashes a devastating attack on the seas.
But the electric eals wriggle out of harm's way, evading the trajectory of her blow.
Threo: Bwuh? That's odd. Did I miss?
Tweyen: There's so many of them...
Tweyen: When I heard (Captain) and everyone else was here, I was hoping to have so much fun...
With an exasperated sigh, Tweyen nocks an arrow and points her bow toward the open waters.
Tweyen: Ngh... My eyes...
Tweyen's superior sight is a double-edged sword; the intense sunlight and its reflection off the sea do not make things easy for her.
Tweyen: But I have to do this...
Olivia: It can't be easy to steady your aim like that.
Tweyen: Hm? And you are...
Olivia: Olivia. I'm with (Captain)'s crew.
Olivia: I take it you're helping us with the electric eal infestation?
Tweyen: Why, yes...
Olivia: Please allow me to lend a hand...
Olivia: By invoking my powers as a primal beast!
Olivia summons a cloud of darkness that makes the electrical currents in the water clearly visible.
Tweyen: I can see it now!
Threo: Hey, why's it gotten dark all of a sudden?
Threo: Oh, lookie over there! That one just went all bzz, bzz, bzzt! Guess I'll give it another shot!
Threo: Full power this time!
Threo: You're not getting away!
Tweyen: You're no ordinary person...
Olivia: I am the primal beast that controls dusk. I merely called upon the darkness to shut off the light.
Tweyen: Thank you. Now I can fight at full force.
Olivia: No thanks needed. Let us finish off these creatures once and for all!
Lyria: Wait, Tweyen and Threo are here too?
Seofon: Yep. When we heard a bunch of electric eals were playing naughty, we just knew we had to chip in.
Seofon: So we split up: me here and them to the sea.
Vyrn: So that's what happened!
Vyrn: Was it you who asked Tien and Feower to come over too?
Seofon: That's right. The more the merrier is what I like to tell the other Eternals.
Seofon: Whoopsie. (Captain), looks like we'll have to cut our chat short.
Seofon: Those slimy, slithering nasties are at it again—two whole waves. Think we can handle this?
(Captain) gives a confident nod.
Seofon: Good, good! I'm always up for a good romp in the jungle!
Bzzt! Amped-Up Summer - Ending
The people of Cyrath treat the crew to a grand feast as a gesture of thanks for all they've done to save the island. Many crew members who normally do not get the chance to spend time together bond over lively conversation and fantastic food. Olivia wonders if it will be a similar sight when she frees her brethren from Pandemonium one day.
The threat of electric eals no longer looms over Cyrath Island, thanks in no small part to (Captain) and the others.
The natural tranquility of the jungle rivers is slowly returning.
Night visits, and the chief of the Cyrath Beach Committee calls (Captain) out to the shoreline near their headquarters.
Committee Chief: The peace we have now could not have been achieved without your most gracious help.
Committee Chief: As a gesture of our sincerest gratitude, I wish to offer you the many delicacies available on our island.
Committee Chief: Please enjoy the abundance of seafood we've prepared for you.
The freshest ingredients line the food stalls.
Prominent chefs stand at the ready with their cooking utensils.
The local businesses have all chipped in to make this a reality.
Vyrn: Sweet!
Threo: Wow! So these munchies are all for us? Can I really have 'em all?
Committee Chief: But of course. This is the least we can do to thank you for all you've done for us.
Tien: Wow. I've never seen anything like this.
Feower: It's really something, eh.
Stardust Town Girl: Yay! I can't wait to try out all the food!
Stardust Town Boy: Hey, let's go have some of that first!
Ilsa: I wasn't expecting us Society reps to get invited too.
Rosetta: You deserve all the credit for getting the civilians out of the beach safely when the electric eal alert came.
Rosetta: The trainees did their part too and have every right to join in on the fun.
Ilsa: You're right. It'd be rude to refuse their graciousness anyhow. We'll make sure to eat our fill.
Rosetta: Haha, that's more like it.
Tweyen: I... didn't exactly do much either. Is it really okay for me to join in?
Olivia: Oh, come now.
Tweyen: Olivia...
Olivia: You helped vanquish the electric eals in the sea.
Olivia: Excessive modesty can easily come across as feigned politeness. I say we simply appreciate the gift.
Tweyen: ...
Tweyen: Hm, I guess you're right. Thanks, Olivia.
Tweyen: Why don't we start with some of that over there?
Olivia: Crabmeat... This will be my first time having any. Let's go for some.
Tweyen: Yes. Let's!
Scathacha: Ooh, they have eals too. One serving please.
Chef: Coming right up.
Threo: Yum! I love that smell!
Threo: Mister, mister! Five servings for me!
Chef: Erm, the other lady placed her order first, so if you could please give me a little time?
Threo: Huh?
Threo: Oopsie, sorry! You first!
Scathacha: No worries.
Threo: Mister! I'll be a good girl and wait! That'll be five servings, okay?
Chef: Sure, it'll be ready soon enough.
Scathacha: My goodness... Can you really fit five servings of eal in that body of yours?
Threo: Of course I can! I've been itching to do so ever since Seofon told me how yummy they are!
Threo: I love eating, so I'm going to chow down tons!
Scathacha: How about all the other food? There's so much to choose from. Wouldn't it be a bit hasty to fill your stomach on only eal?
Threo: You think so? The way I see it, the more yummies in my tummy, the happier I am.
Scathacha: ...
Scathacha: Pfft... Hahahaha! You're too much fun to be around, child!
Scathacha: I like you! And I'm going to take it upon myself to show you how to really enjoy a party!
Threo: Does that mean more yummy yummies?
Threo: Okay! I'll follow you everywhere!
Scathacha: You won't be disappointed.
Scathacha: Hey, mister, sorry, but can you change her serving to one order?
Chef: Of course.
Scathacha: Walking around with food in our mouths is going to be a real treat.
Threo: Ooh! I'm starting to like you too!
Heles: ...
Naoise: There you are, Heles.
Heles: I was just thinking to myself.
Seruel: During such a festive celebration?
Heles: I've made two major oversights in our time here.
Heles: The first was being so easily conned; the second was losing in a trial of strength.
Heles: I caused everyone so much grief. If only I'd been more careful...
Heles: It only goes to show that I'm still lacking in many ways. I was searching for the resolve within myself to push forward... in hopes of preventing a repeat of the day's events.
Seruel: You mean to say you'll continue polishing your literary and martial smarts?
Seruel: If you become any more valorous than you already are, Sister, there will be no man left in the skies to challenge you.
Heles: I'd have no qualms with that. Being able to end a conflict before it even begins with a simple show of strength would be most delightful.
Heles: As a skyfarer in (Captain)'s crew, I couldn't think of a better way to make myself more useful.
Naoise: (I am the one that needs to further my training to fulfill my role as a knight...)
Heles: But as you were trying to let on, Seruel, pouting while everyone is enjoying themselves would be rude.
Heles: Sorry to keep you waiting, but I'm ready to grab some food.
Heles: Come, Seruel.
Seruel: A pleasure to escort you as always, Sister.
Seruel: Let us go, Naoise.
Naoise: Right!
Lyria: Chomp... I wasn't expecting them to have red king crab and prismaprawn too!
Yuisis: All yours, Lyria. Cleaned out another crab shell real good for ya.
Lyria: Yay! Thank you so much, Yuisis!
Vyrn: Lyria, (Captain)! Get a load of those sea urkins!
Lyria: Nice! I'll have to go get some of that too!
Tien: Relax, Lyria. The food's not going to run from you.
Feower: That's a lot of crab shells... Lyria ate all that?
Lyria: O-of course not... We ate it all together, I think...
Lyria: Right, Yuisis?
Yuisis: Hm, I wonder about that. Ahaha...
Vyrn: Hey, it's Feower and Tien! The Stardust kiddies aren't around?
Feower: They were really tired from eating so much.
Tien: So we put them to bed early at the inn.
Vyrn: Oh, I see. We sure went through a lot today, huh!
Tien: We brought some rice with eal. Is it okay if we eat here?
Lyria: Of course! We have more than enough crab and shrimp to go around!
Tien: Mm, thank you.
Tweyen: There you are, everyone. Mind if we join in?
Olivia: I've procured a healthy amount of foodstuffs. Let us feast in unison.
Lyria: Yay!
Tien: Mm, Tweyen, Olivia, you two can sit here.
Tweyen: Haha, thanks!
Tweyen: Wow, I like your outfit a lot. It's really one of a kind.
Yuisis: Hehe, thanks. It's called a yukata.
The friendly gathering around (Captain) grows bigger by the minute.
Threo: Hrrgh! My tummy's really full!
Threo: I got to eat tons thanks to Scathacha! You're the best true dragon ever!
Scathacha: No need to thank me. I had just as much fun watching you wolf down so many mouthfuls at once.
Threo: So you were all hiding back here, huh? I'm gonna take a break.
Scathacha: My body's working overtime digesting this food. I'll have a rest too.
Threo: Aah, I could use a nice tummy rub.
Vyrn: Just how much did you eat?
Lyria: Hahaha, I've never seen you so happy, Threo!
Lowain: Sup... Sorry we're late, (Captain)...
Lyria: Ah, it's the Lowain bros! Welcome back! Where did you go off to?
Elsam: You really wanna know?
Tomoi: That's a question for this dude.
Tomoi points to Lowain, a giant electric eal in his arms.
Lowain: Best man Lowain sets things straight.
Vyrn: Eh? What are doing lugging one of those around?
Lyria: Isn't it kind of heavy?
Lowain: We felt this spark between us and just had to take it head on, you know...
Tomoi: Was totes game over for Voltster as soon as I found out it had to recharge.
Elsam: Tommy might as well be our resident electrician for figurin' that one out... Just had to wait for its juices to flow before going to town on it.
Vyrn: All right. It's cool that you've caught yourself a voltster, but what now?
Lowain: I'm a chef. And I'm a man. So I'm, like, a manly chef... And a manly chef's gotta eat his grub as best he can!
The Three: Grub, grub!
Tien: Electric eals are edible?
Tweyen: They look as plump as any regular eal. I don't see why they wouldn't be.
Vyrn: Oh, they're okay to eat, all right. Just don't expect them to be any good.
Feower: Hm...
Lowain: Aight, let's sizzle up this bad boy, like, ASAP!
Lowain exaltedly begins to clean the fish.
He puts a knife through its massive body, revealing the thick, fatty meat within.
Elsam: Whoo-hoo! This must've been, like, the granddaddy of those voltsters! Get a load of them love handles!
Tomoi: Must've fed on gourmet chow every other meal. Wait, you guys sure there's any part of this we can actually eat?
Lowain: You're talkin' uncharted territory, bro. It's up to manly chefs like us to explore that frontier. Greatness from small beginnings.
Lowain: Broiled electric eal, here we come, baby!
The delicious scent of broiled eal wafts in the air.
Tweyen: That smells nice... Electrical or not, they all smell the same.
Tien: Definitely looks a bit different though.
Elsam: Can't really say we've kicked its booty till we've had a bite.
Tomoi: You bros ready to stamp a period on this war?
Lowain: Make it an exclamation point!
The Three: Winner, winner, eal dinner!
The brosome trio bites into the electric eal.
Elsam: Egh...
Tomoi: Ugh...
Lowain: Blegh...
Vyrn: What's wrong, guys?
Lyria: Aiiee! Please tell me you're okay!
Lowain: Shell...
Elsam: Shocked...
Tomoi: Ngh...
Naoise: ...!
Lowain, Elsam, Tomoi!
Lowain, Elsam, Tomoi!
Lowain: I-it ain't over till the fat eal sings... J-just one... more...
Scathacha: Passed out already, hm?
Seruel: They toiled away without a moment's rest even after completing their assignment.
Seruel: Making them worse for wear upon their return.
Vyrn: Guess they had enough electric eal for one lifetime, huh?
Scathacha: Heh... You never know what to expect from these dudebros as they refer to themselves.
Naoise: Let's carry them to the inn. They'll certainly need the rest.
Already sound asleep so shortly after passing out, the bros are transported to comfy beds.
Feower: Hm... Shell-shocked, eh?
Tien: What are you doing, Feower?
Feower: Nothing at all, Sis.
Seofon: Whew, mission accomplished!
Seofon: Hey, glad to see everyone here.
Tien: Ah, Seofon. You sure took a while to get here.
Seofon: Had to take care of a few things as the leader of our fun little group!
Seofon: But now that it's done, I get to party with you guys!
Vyrn: All's well that ends well!
Seofon: That's some good eatin' you've got going on! Must've been sooo much fun here while I was working overtime...
Feower: Seofon, here's yours.
Seofon: Hm? What is this, Feower?
Feower: Ele—Ahem, eal on rice. I saved some for you.
Seofon: Ah...
Seofon: Tien! Are you seeing this? You too, Tweyen!
Seofon: A miracle just happened, and I still can't believe it!
Seofon: Feower went out of his way to show his appreciation for everything I do... with a bowl of eal rice!
Tweyen: Hahaha... Good for you. You always did want to enjoy a good meal with Feower.
Seofon: Hm? This is some exceptionally thick eal... You must've gotten me the tastiest slices...
Seofon: Oh boy, am I glad I put in all the hard work!
Seofon: Chomp...
Seofon: ...!
Tweyen: ...?
Is something wrong?
Is something wrong?
Seofon: Auugh...
Seofon: Feower! What is this?
Feower: Consider it divine retribution for calling us all the way out here only to be a no-show yourself.
Seofon: Ergh... That's... I'm sorry! But I had a good reason...
Feower: Stardust Town better be safe.
Seofon: Of course it is! I have my Seven-Star Avatars protecting every square inch of the town! You could have an entire skydom come attacking and they couldn't take it over!
Seofon: So your home's mega, hyper, ultra-secure right now! You believe me, don't you? Please say you do!
Feower: ...
Tien: Feower.
Feower: Sigh...
Feower: The vacation... wasn't too bad.
Seofon: Huh?
Feower: I'll be off now, (Captain).
Vyrn: Thanks for all the help!
Seofon: Hm? Going home already? Aww, Feower!
Feower: Mm-hm.
Feower hands over another plate of eal rice to Seofon before heading back to the lodgings.
Seofon: Oh my... Could it be?
Genuine broiled eal with rice?
Genuine broiled eal with rice?
Tien: It's the real thing this time. There's crab and shrimp too. Best eat up while it's hot.
Tien: Thanks for inviting us, Seofon. I had fun.
Tien: (Captain), I'll be heading back too. Catch you later, Tweyen.
Tweyen: Uh-huh. Good night.
Vyrn: Nighty-night!
Seofon: Tien...
Seofon is speechless at the unusually grateful attitude shown by the Erune siblings.
Seofon: ...!
Seofon: Aaah... I-I can't believe those two!
Seofon: Big Brother Seofon's gonna work harder than ever for you guys!
The leader of the Eternals utters a cry of joy that rings out into the night air.
The ever-curious Olivia approaches Seofon.
Olivia: Seofon, if you won't indulge in that electric eal, may I have it?
Seofon: But why! Do you have any idea how bad it is?
Olivia: If the others have experienced that unsavoriness, I would like to undergo the sensation for myself as well.
Seofon: Well, I won't stop you if you want it that bad... Just don't say I didn't warn you!
Olivia does not hesitate for a second, lifting a slice into her mouth.
Olivia: Nom...
Seofon: Well?
Olivia: Mm... This is remarkably—
Seofon: See! What'd I tell you? Toss it. I've got tasty eal right here, so grab a bite!
Olivia: No, that is a symbol of Feower's gratitude toward you. I could never take that from you.
Seofon: Hahah... I'd never fork this bowl over of course! But I've got another batch right here.
Olivia: Ah... For now, I think I'd prefer a drink...
Tweyen: Olivia, if you wouldn't mind some Blue Auguste, I have a bottle over here.
Olivia: Yes, I'd like that.
Tweyen: It's yours.
Olivia: Sip...
Olivia: This is delicious. It does wonders to cleanse the foul taste in my mouth.
Lyria: Yikes. Is electric eal that bad?
Olivia: Why don't you have a bite for yourself?
Lyria: Really?
Lyria: I'd love to at least try it!
Seofon: Gaah... You don't want your taste buds spoiled for life! Best quit while you can.
Scathacha: Naoise, I have a feeling you might actually like that yucky eal thing they're fussing over.
Naoise: Now that you mention it, I am curious as to the taste of electricity. If you don't mind...
Olivia: Not at all. Help yourself.
Seofon: Goodness, don't any of you value your lives?
Seofon: It's sad that I'm the only one crying like a big blubbering baby over how it tastes!
Heles: Haha...
Seruel: Sigh...
People from all walks of life had to truly come together to fight for this hard-earned peace.
Olivia learns for the first time ever what a marvelous thing it can be to simply enjoy a good meal with dear friends.
She had never experienced such a sentiment up to this point in her life.
Olivia: (Friends...)
Sharing in the conversation and laughter of her fellow crewmates brings back fond memories of her brethren.
Olivia: (I wonder if it will be like this on the dawn that I am able to liberate my brethren from Pandemonium...)
A warm, fuzzy sensation begins to take root in Olivia's heart.
The End
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