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Official Profile

Age	Unknown
Height	18 m
Race	Primal Beast
Hobbies	Nothing in particular
Likes	Nothing in particular
Dislikes	Nothing in particular
Character Release バルツ公国に眠りし鉄の巨人、星晶獣コロッサスが、火属性のSSレアキャラクターとして登場！ かつての覇空戦争時代、星の民に反旗を翻したドラフ族の手によって作られたコロッサス。 フェイトエピソードでは、コロッサスに込められた彼らの怨嗟とも言える願いと、悠久の時を経た現代でそれに触れてしまった、とあるドラフの男が描かれます。 メインクエストの5章から8章にあたる物語を別の視点から振り返りながら、課せられた「使命」を果たそうとするコロッサスの雄姿を是非ともご覧ください！

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* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.

Age	不明
Height	18.0m
Race	星晶獣
Hobbies	特になし
Likes	特になし
Dislikes	特になし
Character Release バルツ公国に眠りし鉄の巨人、星晶獣コロッサスが、火属性のSSレアキャラクターとして登場！ かつての覇空戦争時代、星の民に反旗を翻したドラフ族の手によって作られたコロッサス。 フェイトエピソードでは、コロッサスに込められた彼らの怨嗟とも言える願いと、悠久の時を経た現代でそれに触れてしまった、とあるドラフの男が描かれます。 メインクエストの5章から8章にあたる物語を別の視点から振り返りながら、課せられた「使命」を果たそうとするコロッサスの雄姿を是非ともご覧ください！

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Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1	✔	Colossus: ... Today is (Captain)'s birthday. Lyria summons Colossus on this special day to greet (Captian). Colossus: ... Lyria: Don't be shy! You can do it! I believe in you! Silence descends on everyone, as well as a feeling of nervousness. Finally Colossus's reactor churns to life and breaks the town's silence with a song. Colossus: ...! Colossus: Brrrooom... The sound of the running reactor begins to mimic the notes of a scale played from a stringed instrument. Colossus: Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday, happy birthday! Colossus: Happy birthday to you! Lyria: Wow! That was amazing! You're a really good singer, Colossus! (Captain) claps without thinking, caught up in Lyria's enthusiasm. It really is impressive that Colossus managed to sing by skillfully controlling it's reactor's rotor, timing it to produce tones at just the right intervals. Lyria: Hehe, Colossus worked really hard and practiced every day so it could wish you a happy birthday, (Captain)! (Captain) lets out a little laugh too, impressed by the length that Colossus went to. Then, full of gratitude, (Captain) gives the iron giant a hearty high five, hand dwarfed by the metal one.
2	✔	Colossus: ... Lyria summons Colossus this year as well to celebrate (Captain)'s special day. Lyria: Hehe, Colossus wanted to wish you a happy birthday! Colossus: ...! Colossus's reactor begins to hum. As a familiar celebratory song plays, Colossus bends over and lowers its sword horizontally to the ground. Lyria: Okay, Colossus, here I go. Lyria pulls out an assortment of raw food, arranging all of it onto the blade. Lyria: Ehehe, we prepared a whole banquet for you, (Captain)! Colossus spent a lot of time practicing how to grill everything correctly. Colossus: Happy birthday to you! Colossus's song draws to a close, and the scent of sizzling food wafts throughout the air. Lyria: Ehehe, it smells so good! Here's your share, (Captain). Eat up! Colossus: ...! With a beaming smile and growling stomach, (Captain) digs in.
3	✔	Colossus and Lyria invite (Captain) out to celebrate the captain's birthday. Lyria: Hehe. How's the view from up here, (Captain)? This year's birthday present is a ride through town on Colossus's shoulder, as well as the familiar tune playing from inside the iron giant. People on the streets turn at the sounds echoing from Colossus's reactor. Though hesitant at first, the passerbys slowly relax at the cheery melody and begin to give a round of applause. Lyria: Wow! Everyone is clapping to congratulate you! I'm so happy for you! Happy birthday, (Captain)! (Captain) blushes from the attention, but smiles happily at Lyria's words. Colossus: ... Colossus stands triumphantly, glad to see the captain's delight. Together, they continue on their lively parade through town.
4	✔	A cheerful atmosphere lingers in the Grandcypher after (Captain)'s birthday party comes to an end. (Captain) and Lyria enjoy gazing up at the night sky atop Colossus's shoulders. Lyria: Hehe, it's beautiful, isn't it? It's almost like the sky is trying to celebrate your birthday too. The night sky feels closer and more beautiful than ever when looked upon from the iron giant's massive frame. Colossus: ... Lyria: I agree, Colossus. It's nice to celebrate quietly together like this too. The captain begins to feel the fatigue of the day set in while nodding in agreement. Lyria: Hehe. It seems like all the excitement earlier made the star of the birthday party sleepy. Phew, I'm starting to feel sleepy too. Shall we head back to our rooms? Choose: I want to hang out with Colossus a bit longer. Colossus: ... At the captain's suggestion, Colossus reaches into its chest armor and pulls out a certain item. Lyria: Oh! A blanket? Its so fluffy and warm... Colossus: ... Colossus gently revs its engine, encouraging the captain and Lyria to indulge in a short nap under the stars. Lyria: Thank you, Colossus. We'll rest our eyes for just a bit then. Hehehe. Being able to sleep under the glittering night sky is like a dream come true. (Captain) and Lyria snuggle together while wrapped in the blanket and slowly begin to close their eyes. As if the iron giant is taking care to make sure the pair won't catch a cold, a gentle warmth begins to radiate from Colossus's armor. Colossus: Happy birthday to you— Colossus's song echoes like a peaceful lullably as the captain and Lyria drift into a comfortable slumber.
5	✔	The Grandcypher has been filled all day with the sounds of celebration for (Captain)'s birthday. After a relatively peaceful dinner, the crew settles in for the night. Io: Ehehe, that party was awesome! Hope you had fun, (Captain)! Tzaka the Great: Oh? Those footsteps sound familiar... Colossus: ... Io: Colossus? Where have you been? You were gone all day! You're covered in burns too! What happened? In answer, Colossus opens its hand to (Captain). As fingers uncurl, a shining crystal sparkles in its palm. Choose: なんの石？ Tzaka the Great: Would you look at that... It's from one of Valtz's ore deposits. Tzaka the Great: They're usually in scorching hot places too dangerous to tread, which makes the crystals a rarity. Vyrn: Is this your birthday present for (Captain)? Colossus: ... Colossus shyly rubs the back of its head. Accepting the precious gift, (Captain) swears to treasure it forever.

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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1	✔	Tzaka the Great: Happy New Year, everyone. I apologize for dropping in so suddenly, but I wished to see how Colossus was doing. Lyria: Oh! Happy New Year to you too, Tzaka! I'll call out Colossus for you! Colossus: ... Tzaka the Great: Let's see... Not a bolt is out of place. If I had to nitpick, I suppose there are a few scratches and smudges, but nothing major. Luckily I brought just the thing for a little bit of polishing up. Now hold still for a moment. Io: Huh? Is that you, Master? The new year's barely started and you're already busy, I see. Tzaka the Great: Why hello, Io! I wanted to give Colossus a bit of a polishing. Isn't our friend a sight to behold? Lyria: Ahaha... He says "a bit," but it's been half a day. Io: Sigh. You always lose track of time when you focus on something, Master. Lyria: Hehe, but you know what? Colossus looks pretty happy about the new shine to its armor! A great start to the new year, right? Colossus: ...! After a thorough cleaning by sandpaper, polishing cloth, and various other materials, Colossus's entire body shines as brightly as a mirror. It stands a little bit taller, proud of the hard work poured into it.
2	✔	Tzaka the Great: Hahaha... Went on quite a few adventures over the past year, didn't you? I can tell just by looking at you. Good job protecting everyone. I'm very proud. Colossus: ... Io: Master? You really came! Happy New Year! Tzaka the Great: Hello, Io. Happy New Year to you as well. Io: So... What were you two doing right now? Tzaka the Great: Hahaha, Colossus and I were chatting about what you lot were up to in the past year. Just a bit of idle talk over some tea. Tzaka raises his hands and shows the steaming cup warming his fingers. But you came at a good time. Why don't you share your adventures with me too? Io: I'd be more than happy to! And once I'm done, you have to tell me what's been going on with you! Smiling, Io sits down next to her master, and the two begin to swap stories. Colossus: ... Colossus cheerfully listens in as well.
3	✔	Tzaka the Great: Hello, Io. Happy New Year. Io: Happy New Year to you too, Master! Tzaka the Great: I know you worked very hard last year, so here's some New Year's money from me as a little reward. Io: Wow! Thanks, I'll make sure to use it wisely! Colossus watches the two from a distance. When Io breaks into a smile upon receiving the New Year's money, Colossus gives an unexpected reaction. Colossus: ... Tzaka the Great: Oh, what's the matter, Colossus? Did you want a New Year's gift as well? Colossus: ...! Tzaka the Great: I see, so that's how it is... You want to give something for New Year's too. Io: Huh? Don't you mean "receive"? Tzaka the Great: No. Colossus must have liked the smile on your face when you received the gift from me. Very well. I shall help you prepare something to give to Io for New Year's as well. Colossus: ...! Tzaka the Great: Ohoho... Look forward to it, Io. And with that, Colossus and Tzaka the Great work to put together something for Io. Io: Hehe, thank you, Colossus! I can't believe I got something from both you and Master... This is going to be a great year! Feeling accomplished from seeing the widening smile on Io's face, Colossus stands tall and proud.
4	✔	Tzaka the Great: Hello there and Happy New Year. I've come to see you again this year too. Lyria: Munch, munch... Oh, hello Tzaka! Happy New Year! Tzaka the Great: Oh, were you about to eat? That fragrant aroma... Is it mochi? Io: Hehehe, you got it, Master! But this isn't just any ordinary mochi. It's super special! Vyrn: Hehe, we took some freshly pounded mochi and had Colossus use its sword to grill it! The texture's perfect! Colossus: ... Tzaka the Great: Oho, I see, I see. It does seem to be special, and a symbol of good fortune as well. You've started the new year off on the right foot, Colossus. Colossus plates some of the freshly grilled mochi and looks winsomely towards Tzaka. Tzaka takes the plate with a gentle smile as he observes the giant's air of confidence. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. You've certainly come a long way, Colossus. Colossus: ... Colossus releases steam from its vents joyfully and enjoys a day of New Year's festivities with Tzaka and the crew.
5	✔	Tzaka and Io, while making their first shrine visit of the year, notice a commotion coming from the entrance. Checking it out, they discover (Captain) and crew standing nearby. Io: Happy New Year, (Captain)! Since you're here... Tzaka the Great: Do you know what's going on? (Captain) points past the gate. There stands Colossus, posed exactly like the wood statue across from it. Colossus: ... Io: Uh... I don't get what's happening. Vyrn: So this shrine usually has two matching statues outside the entrance. Lyria: But one of them was damaged this year. Io: Huh? What's that got to do with Colossus? After a bit more explaining, they learn that Colossus is replacing the damaged statue while it's being repaired. To Io and Tzaka's surprise, it was Colossus who offered itself up for the role. Io: Wow, who knew Colossus had it in it... Tzaka the Great: Haha... It's heartening to see that it has nurtured a will of its own. Tzaka speaks with a gentle smile, an unspoken emotion lingering in his eyes as he gazes upon the scene.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Colossus: ... Lyria: Wow! (Captain) and company gaze excitedly into the pot resting on the flat side of Colossus's blade. The pot itself is filled with steaming water, and a bowl full of chocolate floats on top. Lyria: You're amazing, Colossus! The chocolate is melting so fast! Io: You said it! It's not easy to maintain a temperature consistent enough to do something like this! Colossus: ... Lyria: Hehe. You saw how packed the kitchen was getting and offered to help. Io: Count me surprised though. I never could've imagined Colossus as such a good chocolate maker. After that, (Captain) and company pour the chocolate into molds and finish making their gifts for Valentine's. Lyria: Phew! I was worried for a second there! Colossus: ... Seeing the relieved smiles of the three chocolatiers, Colossus judges its mission as complete. Colossus: ... Lyria: Hm? You've been staring at the chocolate for a while. Did you want to try some? Io: You can have some if you want. But can you even eat it? Well, can't hurt to try at least. Colossus: ... Colossus picks up the chocolate pieces from the trays Lyria and Io hold out and throws them one by one through a gap in its helmet. It gives one big thumbs-up before fading away.
2	✔	A mountain of assorted chocolates lies at Colossus's feet. Colossus: ... Lyria: Ehehe, that's a big haul! Good job! Io: Haha, it makes sense that everyone would give back to the one who helped them make their chocolates! Lyria: Hehe, are you sure you can eat them all, Colossus? Colossus: ... Picking up a single piece, the metal giant tosses it into the gaps of its helmet. Colossus: ...! Io: Oh! That good, huh? Colossus bends down and scoops the rest of the chocolate into its hands. Lyria: Are you trying to eat them all at once? Sparing a single glance at Lyria's stunned expression, Colossus brings the chocolates to its face... Then dumps the pile into its chest plate. Lyria: I get it... You're going to store the rest there. Io: Say what? You can do that? Lyria: Hehe, you wanna take your time enjoying everyone's gifts, right? Colossus gives the two a thumbs-up with one hand and pats its chest with the other.
3	✔	Once again, Colossus is providing assistance to the crew for making this year's Valentine's chocolates. Colossus: ... Colossus quietly focuses on maintaining just the right temperature for the cooking process. However, something else seems to be on its mind. Lyria: Is something the matter, Colossus? You've been spacing out for a while. Io: Huh? Are you tired? Colossus: ... Lyria: Hmm... I don't think that's it. Did you perhaps want to... make the chocolates yourself? Colossus: ...! Io: Ooh, it seems you're right, Lyria! But Colossus can't fit inside the kitchen... What should we do? Lyria: Hehe, that's all right! Colossus can be the kitchen instead! Okay! We'll teach you the steps, so let's try making some chocolate together! Colossus: ...! Colossus follows Lyria and Io's instructions and begins to make chocolate. Naturally, the chocolates Colossus makes end up being much bigger than the average treat. So they decide to give out the extra large chocolates to everyone in the crew who wants one, making it a special Valentine's for all to enjoy.
4	✔	Colossus: ... Gazing at the enormous chocolate it created, Colossus lets out jets of steam from its entire body. (Captain) looks on in concern at the primal beast, recognizing the action as an expression of frustration. Io: Colossus has been like that for a while. I wonder what's wrong... Lyria: Um... It seems like our friend is worried because last year the size of its chocolate made it hard for everyone to eat... This year, it couldn't manage to make its chocolate smaller, and now it doesn't know what to do... Io: Huh, well aren't you sweet, worrying about everyone like that! Colossus: ... Io: Luckily, that's a problem we can easily fix. Colossus: ...! Io: It's chocolate, so you can cut it up into smaller pieces. You're good with that blade of yours, right? Colossus: ...? Realizing the truth in Io's words, Colossus slowly claps. Lyria: Yay, problem solved! Let's cut out cute shapes together, like stars and hearts! Colossus: ...! Colossus sets to work chopping the chocolate up alongside the crew. The adorably shaped chocolates end up being a hit with the other crew members.
5	✔	Some days before Valentine's Day, a secret meeting takes place. Viceroy: Here you go—as requested! Colossus: ... Viceroy: Hahaha, I don't need anything in return. Been a while since I've worked on something so interesting! Haha, I had a pal who specializes in cooling work on that part. It won't disappoint! Soon, Valentine's Day arrives. Vyrn: So Colossus is gonna give you some chocolate, (Captain). Lyria: U-um, apparently it's going to be made in front of us? Though I'm not sure how. Colossus pours melted chocolate into the mold that it received from the viceroy. Colossus: ...! The mold cools off in an instant, hardening the chocolate inside. Colossus immediately opens it up. Vyrn: Haha, ain't that something! I love it! Lyria: S-so cute... They're shaped like you, Colossus! With the assistance of friends, Colossus succeeds in making its special chocolate. (Captain) enjoys the treat—made tastier by an ingredient sweeter than any other.
Gift		3rd year: Raspberry Chocolate Cake 4th year: Chocolates 5th year: Mini Choco-Colossus

White Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Colossus: ... On this White Day, Colossus gazes at the deck of the ship as its reactor whirls and hums. Colossus: ...! With a particularly high-pitched whirl, it seems to realize something and raises its head. Colossus: ... But then its reactor spins down after that, and its head droops again. Vyrn: Lyria, what the heck is going on here? Lyria: Well, uhm... Colossus heard that White Day is for returning what you get on Valentine's Day, so it wanted to do something, but... Colossus: ... Vyrn: So it doesn't know what to do? Must be rough, being a machine... White Day is a day for repaying what one gets on Valentine's Day. Recognizing this as a command, Colossus stalls over this conundrum. Tzaka the Great: Make people happy... Colossus: ... The view of the smiling crew members going about their White Day festivities conflicts with its top-priority command. Vyrn: Hey, Colossus. We bought a lot of things to hand out today, but all the boxes are tied together with string. They're tied pretty tight, so I could use some help getting 'em untangled. Plus there's too many boxes for me to carry alone. How about it? Wanna help me hand 'em out? Colossus: ...! Its actions are decided. Colossus carefully cuts the cords with the tip of its blade, and together with Vyrn, they begin distributing the gifts throughout the ship.
2	✔	Colossus:...! Today is White Day, and Colossus has been busy since early morning. The metal giant works tirelessly to repay everyone for their Valentine's gifts. Vyrn: Gotta say, the big guy really is amazin'. Lyria: That's true. I just hope Colossus isn't working too hard. Colossus approaches each crew member with personalized expressions of appreciation. It helps some people reach high places, carries boxes for others, and assists in any way it can. Lyria: Hehe... But it's nice to see our friends appreciate one another. Vyrn: We're all one big family after all! With its crewmates smiles serving as motivation, Colossus continues to work until the sun dips below the horizon. Colossus:... Evening finds Colossus cooling off its overworked reactor in the wind. The metal giant is too exhausted to move as it gazes up at the stars. But its chest is puffed out in pride for a day well spent.
3	✔	On White Day, Colossus finds two gigantic swords in front of it. Lyria: Hehe. What do you think, Colossus? This is our gift to you in return for Valentine's! One of the blades is Colossus's usual sword. The other is a sword made from chocolate that everyone in the crew made for Colossus. Colossus: ... Io: Huh? Uh oh, you look confused... Lyria: Oh no... I guess if it's this big, it's hard to think of where to put it... Colossus: ...! Colossus takes the chocolate sword and raises it high in the air. Although Colossus isn't sure why it decided to do that, the action seemed appropriate. The inside of Colossus's breastplate begins to feel even warmer than last year. This warm sensation is exactly what prompted Colossus to move its body so. Io: Whoaaa! You look super cool! Lyria: Very impressive! Oh, I know—let's get someone who can draw to come sketch out this scene! A skillful artist in the crew arrives to depict Colossus's magnificent pose on paper, and the picture is hung on the wall of the ship afterward.
4	✔	Io: Huh, where did Colossus go? Usually, Colossus is busy this time of year, hurriedly preparing gifts for White Day. However, much to Io's concern, today the primal beast is nowhere to be found. Io: Hmm... Colo— Colossus: ... Io: Eep! Don't scare me like that! Geez, where have you been? Lyria: Hehe, we've been out searching. It took us a while to find what we needed. Io: What were you looking for? Colossus holds out a fist, before slowly opening it. In its grasp is a single, beautiful flower. Io: Wow, that's pretty... So you were out looking for flowers? Lyria: Yeah! Colossus wanted to find a different way to thank everyone this year. Colossus: ... Lyria: But picking enough flowers for everyone in the crew didn't seem like a good idea... Which is why we want to bring the crew to the flower field instead! Colossus: ...! Io: Oh, that's a lovely idea! Let's go gather the others! Once the crew members are assembled, they head toward the field while riding on Colossus's shoulders and hands. Everyone admires the flower field Colossus and Lyria discovered, thoroughly enjoying this White Day outing. Proud to see its friends happy, Colossus lets out a triumphant sound from its reactor.
5	✔	Surrounded by darkness, Colossus realizes it is unable to move. The metal giant patiently waits, sensing no immediate danger in the vicinity. Io: Good morning! Are you awake? Tzaka the Great: How do you feel, Colossus? Choose: Happy White Day! Colossus: ... Unable to process the situation, Colossus doesn't react. Io: Come on, everyone! If you lead with nothing, of course the big guy'll be confused! Lyria: U-um... I guess we should explain from the beginning. Since today's White Day, we wanted to thank you for the chocolates you gave us before. Beyond that, the crew is grateful to Colossus for always fighting in the front lines. To show their appreciation, everyone gathered to inspect and maintain the giant's body together. Tzaka the Great: And there you have it. How's everything feel? Any problems? Colossus: ... Testing its limbs, Colossus realizes its senses and movements are sharper than ever before. It releases a happy revving noise from its chest, conveying its joy to its friends.
Gift		Light Cookies

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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1	✔	Colossus: ... From behind their hiding place, two shadowed figures stare at Colossus standing still in the middle of the town plaza. Children: ... Colossus: ...! Colossus suddenly turns in the direction of the children. Children: Aaahhh! They are surprised at the iron giant's sudden movement but quickly duck back down into their hiding place with innocent giggles. Colossus: ... After a little while, the children peek their heads out again. Children: ... Colossus: ...! Children: Aaahhh! As Colossus turns their way again, they dash away playfully. Colossus: ... Children: ... They do this thirty-eight more times, with the children showing no signs of growing bored of this visual game of tag.
2	✔	Colossus: ... This year finds Colossus standing in the town plaza once more. Two familiar figures hide nearby and peek over at the iron giant. Children: ... Colossus: ...! Colossus rapidly turns in the direction of the children, fully expecting them to give playful shrieks. ... However, only silence greets the primal beast. Its reactor core whirs quietly as it scans its surroundings. ...! It spots movement again, but a closer inspection reveals nothing. Colossus returns to its standby state, waiting in confusion as the silence continues. ...! Sensing where the children are, Colossus walks over to peer into their hiding place. Children: Eep! Colossus: ...! The children burst out from their spot and giggle as Colossus staggers back in surprise. Boy: We did it! Girl: Haha! It's our turn to scare you this year! Colossus: ... Colossus relaxes upon seeing the children safe. It watches them frolic around the area. ... Careful not to step near them, Colossus ceases its movements and vents the exhaust from its core through its mouth.
3	✔	On the night of Halloween, two familiar little figures approach Colossus. Boy: Heya! Um, actually, we've got something we want your help on. Colossus: ... Girl: Hmm. Is that an "okay"? Boy: I'm sure it is! We want you to do something for us... As requested by the children, Colossus sits quietly in wait. Finally, the children come back with a woman following behind them. Oh good, still here! Look, Mom! This is our friend! Girl: Hehe. Cool, right? Mother: It is, but... isn't this just an iron statue? Some kind of decoration for Halloween? Sigh. You can't trick Mom like this— Colossus: ...! Mother: Eeek! Boy: Yaaay! Girl: Ahaha! Did that surprise you, Mom? Mother: It certainly did... Um, who exactly is this giant? Boy: Ahaha, we don't know either! Girl: But that doesn't change the fact that we're friends! Colossus: ...! Colossus lets out a sound, as if to affirm the children's words of friendship.
4	✔	Colossus: ... It's a usual Halloween no different from years past. Colossus is sitting squarely in the middle of the town square. A few familiar faces spy Colossus and come running up in excitement. They stop suddenly and cock their necks in confusion when they notice something amiss. Boy: Um... Huh? It's not moving... Girl: Hm... I wonder what's wrong. Colossus releases a billow of smoke from its mouth and gently rises to its feet, taking care to not hurt the children. Boy: Whoa! That scared me! Sheesh, so it can move after all! Girl: Ah! Maybe it was trying to surprise us? It's Halloween after all! Colossus quietly sounds its reactor as if somewhat embarassed. Boy: Ahaha! So that was the plan all along huh? You totally got us! Girl: Okay, it's our turn now! We're gonna scare you a whole bunch! Colossus: ... The children are all smiles and giggles as they grab onto Colossus and show off the pictures they drew of the iron giant. Colossus gently revs its engine in glee in response to the children's adorable tricks.
5	✔	Colossus: ... Colossus stands in a corner of town, watching its surroundings closely. It understands that its giant body is too big to completely hide from the children. Despite the disadvantage, it has prepared a special trick for the occasion. Colossus: ... Colossus awaits the children's attack, like a scarecrow waiting to be eaten. Eventually, it hears the commotion of approaching children and readies itself. Girl: Hehehe... Trick-or— The children approach, confident in their victory. Colossus?: Happy Halloween! Girl: Eep! It... It talked? Colossus did? Speaker: Surprised, are we? Come, bring me your treats! Ladiva's voice comes through the gramophone Colossus had sneakily brought along. The unexpected speaking takes the children by complete surprise. Boy: Hehe! Wow, Colossus, you really got us with that! The metal giant gives a thumbs-up, satisfied with its successful trick.

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1	✔	Vyrn: So does anybody know where Colossus went? Lyria: Um, I think it went searching for a tree we could use for the holidays. During the most wonderful time of the year, (Captain) and the crew wait for Colossus to return from its trip outside of town. Eventually the sound of people shouting in surprise accompanies heavy footfalls as the iron giant comes into view. Colossus: ... Vyrn: Wh-whoa! That's way too big, don'tcha think! (Captain) and company are taken aback by the massive tree slung over Colossus's shoulder, its length longer than the iron giant is tall. Lyria: Ahaha... You're really excited for this, aren't you? It seems that the tree was dug out carefully with the intent to return it to its original home afterward. For now they carefully place it in a pot. Vyrn: Haha, the townspeople are in for a big surprise! But first we got our work cut out for us decoratin' something this size! Everyone tackles the task eagerly, each using a ladder to climb up and place colorful ornaments over the tree's many branches. Soon enough they have a holiday tree fit for the season. Lyria: Okay, the only thing left now is to put the star on top! We're counting on you, Colossus! Colossus: ... It takes the offered star from Lyria and approaches the tree. Boy: ... Colossus: ... But upon noticing the gaze of a boy nearby, Colossus instead offers the star to him. He happily takes the ornament and scampers into Colossus's hand where he is lifted up to the top of the tree for the finishing touch.
2	✔	Colossus and crew plan to bring a large tree into town this year as well. However, heavy snowfall fills the road into the forest, and traversing through it is out of the question. Vyrn: Nothin' we can do about it unfortunately. We'd have a real accident on our hands if Colossus fell. Lyria: It's just too bad... Colossus was so excited to do it... Colossus: ... With disappointed faces, the gathered townspeople decide to return home with their tree ornaments. Colossus: ... Colossus appears to sag in disappointment as well, but only for a moment. Colossus: ...! The metal giant points at the townspeople, then at its own body. Lyria: Huh? What are you doing? Oh! Are you saying we should decorate you instead? Vyrn: That's not a bad idea! You'd make one heckuva cool holiday tree! Colossus bows its head in agreement, and the plan moves ahead. Lifting the townspeople onto its shoulders and head, the iron giant helps with the decorating as much as possible. Lyria: Wow... You look amazing! Though the tinsel and other bright ornaments provide plenty of cheer, the large star at the top of Colossus's head draws the most attention. Colossus: ... The replacement tree stands tall and proud, surrounded by the smiles of happy townspeople.
3	✔	Unlike the previous year, no trouble arises this winter celebration with Colossus carrying out its duty as the decorative tree. Colossus: ... The joyful crowds disperse as people go back to their homes. The night quiets down, and Colossus stands contentedly in the calm silence. Colossus: ... The iron giant is startled by the sudden but faint sound of footsteps. Careful not to cause any noise, Colossus looks down at its feet to see who the new visitor is. ???: ... The figure sets down something by Colossus's feet before quickly taking their leave. Cautiously, Colossus picks up the package. Colossus: ... The bundle is wrapped with red paper and a beautiful ribbon, with a letter attached to it. "Thank you for your help this year as well. I'd like you to have this small gift in return for making everyone's winter night so bright." Colossus: ... After reading these warm words, Colossus gently folds the letter back up. The package opens to reveal cloth and solution for polishing armor. Colossus picks these up and slowly brings it close to its chest.
4	✔	Colossus: ... Another year's holy night has come, and Colossus once again fulfills its role as a festive tree decoration. The bedizened iron giant sounds its reactor in satisfaction as the town's children gaze upon it. A pair of smiling children approach Colossus while holding something in their hands. Cheerful Boy: Ahaha! Hey, hey, let me see your hand! Colossus: ... Colossus gently vents some steam and extends its massive hand toward the children. The children's faces light up with glee as they place something in the giant's hand. Colossus: ...! Cheerful Girl: Hehe, doesn't it look just like you? We all worked together to make a snowman that's the same shape as you! Cheerful Boy: Thanks for making the holidays fun for all of us every year! Colossus: ... Colossus caresses the special gift tenderly with the index finger of its other hand, taking care not to melt or destroy it. Colossus: ... Cheerful Boy: Ahaha! Our friend seems to like it! Happy holidays! Cheerful Girl: Happy holidays! The gentle giant exhales a breath of steam in response to the cheerful greeting from its small friends.
5	✔	As is now custom for the holy night, Colossus once again dresses up as a holiday tree. Around town, two children in particular excitedly wonder what kind of decorations the metal giant will wear this year. Cheerful Girl: So? What do you think? Cheerful Boy: Hmm... It'll probably be the craziest outfit ever! Cheerful Girl: Do you think it'll be shiny? Or sparkly? Exchanging predictions, the children head on over to where Colossus awaits. Their eyes grow wide when they finally spot it. Colossus: ... Cheerful Girl: Wow! Cheerful Boy: Whoa, so tall! Colossus stands in the same spot as last year. But this time, its arms and blade extend toward the sky, while decorations cover it from head to toe. Cheerful Girl: It's both shiny and sparkly! Cheerful Boy: Ahaha! I've never seen something so big and pretty before! Twice the height as usual, the Colossus tree delights the children. A revving sound comes from inside Colossus's chest, indicating the giant's joy at pleasing its audience.

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Metal Memory

During the War, the Draphs of Valtz created Colossus, intent on using it to exact revenge upon the Astrals. Their plans never come to fruition, and Colossus sleeps for centuries before being awoken to a fateful encounter with an archduke and his pupil.

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A primal crystal rises to consciousness through a veil of noise. This might be more accurately termed an operational error than an activation.

Perhaps because its activation process was nonstandard, it has difficulty ascertaining its situation. Despite this, it determines that it is inside of a boiling hot cavern.

Draph Man 1: It's glowing! Did we do it?

Draph Man 2: I think so. Hey, can you hear us?

Two Draph men with faces covered in sweat and grime appear in its view, gazing upon it.

The two Draph seem to be seeking a verbal response, but the crystal lacks the means to speak. In place of words, it flashes its body.

Draph Man 1: You see that? It reacted to our voices!

Draph Man 2: Cough... So the rumors really were true. If you attach a primal crystal to a Sky Map piece, you can alter it.

Draph Man 1: I heard you also need these pieces to open up the Grim Basin. They're one of the few kinds of Astral power that skydwellers can use.

Draph Man 2: Who'd've thought you could use 'em to wake up a primal crystal? Bet those damn Astrals never did.

Draph Man 1: We owe a lot to the Erune on that transport ship for the info. Looks to me like we could actually give this thing instructions.

Draph Man 2: Cough... Guess it's a good thing we were forced to work in this factory for so long.

Draph Man 1: You've got that right. We know the whole command-writing process for all the tech, which is no surprise considering how long they've made us build for.

Machina Soldiers: ...

Draph Man 1: It seems like the other islands are under surveillance by the primal-crystal-powered imitation golems. But that'll also be over soon.

The Draphs' chapped lips twist into grins. Past the dark circles formed by perpetual exhaustion and sickness, their eyes sparkle.

Finally, their eyes drift away from the primal crystal and look up. From the cavern's ceiling hangs an iron giant, still in the process of being built.

Draph Man 2: Once we finish that, we just need to make sure this crystal will obey us before sticking it in.

Draph Man 1: Colossus... With a body that big, we had to get a primal crystal bigger than the ones used in the imitation golems.

Draph Man 2: It's going to be powerful. Even the Astrals will have trouble dealing with it.

Colossus. The primal crystal connected to the Sky Map piece recognizes its name as well as the form that it will one day take.

Draph Woman: Hey. If you do that, will we finally be free? Will we finally be able to leave this factory?

Draph Woman: If that's true, then please hurry! My daughter grows thinner by the day, and her sickness isn't getting any better!

Draph Man 2: Cough... Well, they won't give us enough to eat.

Draph Man 2: And the air quality here is awful. Everyone's got a permanent cough.

Draph Man 1: Right. We have to move fast before there's none of us left. But we can't panic. If the Astrals find out what we're doing, then it's all over.

Draph Man 2: Nobody's gonna mess up! I know I ain't stopping until we get the last laughs over their cold, dead bodies!

Draph Man 2: Since they came here, our rivers have been polluted with iron, and I lost everything! My family and my fields!

Draph Man 1: All our livestock are wiped out thanks to that too. The bastards take advantage of our need for food and treat us like garbage!

Draph Woman: We'll never forgive them...

Draph Man 2: We'll never forgive them!

Draph Man 1: We'll never forgive them.

Everyone's expressions go blank. With wide eyes, they turn their gazes and speak to the map piece and primal crystal.

Draph Man 1: Colossus, you're strong. You were made to fight.

Draph Woman: So please, lend us your strength.

Draph Man 2: Fight against the power of the Astrals. And then...

Draphs: Kill the Astrals! Kill them all!

At last, through the power of the Sky Map piece, the primal crystal receives something resembling an order.

Ready to respond to the Draphs' deep and bitter resentment, Colossus recognizes its first command and sets that as its top-level priority.

After that, Colossus waits patiently for its body to be finished.

All for the sake of the role it was given—to fight the power of the Astrals and kill them all.

However...

Machina Soldier: ...!

Whether by treachery or some other means, the Astrals discover the Draphs' plans.

Draph Man 3: Argh!

Machina soldiers are made to suppress defiant skydwellers. Their actions are dictated by the commands etched into their primal crystals.

With the Draphs now branded as rebels, the very machines they were forced to build cut them down one by one.

Draph Man 1: Damn it! We only needed a little more time!

Draph Man 2: Stay calm! We can fight back too! Just hold the line until Colossus is finished!

Machina Soldier: ...!

A Draph alchemist manages to transform some of the machina soldiers into golems, adding them to the rebels' ranks.

With the narrowness of the cavern, the use of large primal beasts is out of the question for the Astrals, and destroying the island would cost them an enormous amount of resources.

For these two reasons, this rebellion is a drawn out affair.

Though the Draphs put up a commendable fight, in the end the technological gap is greater than they can overcome.

Draph Man 1: You, over there! I'm lowering the partition, so hurry up!

Draph Man 4: ...

Draph Man 1: Come on!

Draph Man 4: I can't go on... any further...

There is neither victory nor escape from this conflict. The only choice left is to retreat deeper and deeper into the cavern.

Draph Man 1: ...

Draph Woman: How much longer can we keep going like this?

Draph Man 1: Do you even have to ask? No one's giving up until Colossus is complete, and we can have our revenge!

His words are choked, like he's convincing himself to keep going.

Draphs: ...

Everyone is already exhausted from this endless fight.

Draph Man 2: How did things end up like this?

Draph Woman: Why did they take our freedom from us?

Draph Man 2: I'm done. We were fools to think we could get our lives back.

Draph Man 1: ...

Watching its comrades die one by one had stoked the flames of revenge in Colossus's breast, but all they had to burn was the iron giant's heart.

Now it struggled to kindle even the flame of hatred for Astrals.

Draph Woman: No more fighting, no more blood, no more tragedies... Please...

Colossus: ...

The Draphs' words carve themselves into Colossus's memory core.

Amidst all these retreats, however, the engineers working on the iron body have cobbled together an almost functional frame.

All that's left is to reinforce several areas, clear out the supports, and remove the construction framing.

Before they can add the finishing touches, the last of the Draphs' machina soldiers are wiped out and the final barrier is breached. The war of attrition ends.

Machina Soldier: ...!

The Astrals commanding the soldiers wave their hands, as if telling their subordinates to clear away garbage from their sight.

Orders given, the soldiers fan out and surround the Draphs.

Draphs: ...

The Draphs stand exhausted but devoid of fear, their defiance draining from their forms.

Draph Man 1: This is it, huh? End of the line when the score hasn't even been settled.

Draph Man 1: But it wasn't all in vain. Right, Colossus?

Colossus: ...

Draph Man 1: Colossus. Please. Move.

Colossus: ...

Colossus activates, tearing off its supports and framing.

Movement is possible, but it gauges that it is not at full strength, determining that any long, drawn-out fight would spell its doom.

Time, however, is not something the Draphs seem to care about anymore.

Draph Man 1: I think we're done hoping for freedom. Please, just end it all...

Colossus: ...

As soon as the command is given, Colossus grasps the enormous blade by its side and lifts.

With weapon in hand, it scans the area for targets. There are many vessels of Astral power, but its focus is on the commander leading them.

Next it references the memory of its first command etched within the primal crystal that is embedded in its chest.

Draph Man 1: Colossus, you're strong. You were made to fight.

Draph Woman: So please, lend us your strength.

Draph Man 2: Fight against the power of the Astrals. And then...

Draphs: Kill the Astrals! Kill them all!

Colossus: ...!

Its blade glows red hot. Knowing that a long battle is out of the question, it decides on the most effective course of action.

Colossus: ...!

Colossus swings the blade over its head with all its might...

And hits something in the very fabric of the air.

In that moment, the world grows silent. Then a bright, burning light envelops the cavern.

Everyone in the cavern—Astrals and Draphs alike—and even this section of the island are wrapped in light as it all vanishes into another dimension.

Colossus: ...

Neither the Astrals nor the Draphs ever expected that Colossus could possess the power to cleave into another dimension.

Many primal beasts receive their form and will from local beliefs coupled with Astral power.

Perhaps for Colossus, the Draphs' deeply held resentment toward the Astrals and the primal crystal was enough to give it a unique power of its own.

Colossus: ...

No matter the source, the consequence of far exceeding its design parameters results in heavy damage to Colossus's frame.

For the primal crystal buried within its sternum, the command to prioritize the eradication of Astrals is judged to be fulfilled.

A long time passes. Not a single soul appears before Colossus in that period.

Only the unchanging heat of the cavern and the sound of flowing iron fill the stores of its memory.

Several hundred years pass.

Out of nowhere, Colossus activates into standby at the presence of an approaching Astral and primal beast.

It senses that the Astral is covered in a form of illusion magic, warping the area around themselves.

Elderly Draph: Impossible... Is this a primal crystal?

But suddenly the presence of the Astral and primal beast vanish, leaving only the single form of an elderly Draph behind.

Elderly Draph: That young boy... Or girl, pehaps? They claimed there was a "source of power" here, and they certainly weren't kidding.

He reaches through a crack in the decaying metal frame, pulls out the primal crystal, and gazes upon it intently.

Elderly Draph: What in the world? This crystal appears to have been tampered with by skydwellers...

Brimming with curiosity, the elderly man takes his newly acquired possession from the factory ruins and brings it back with him to a lively town.

Draph Man 1: Oh, if it ain't the archduke! Lend me an ear, would ya? I've been losing so many customers lately...

Elderly Draph: Hmm... Now that you mention it, there seems to be less people around here than usual.

Child: Oh! Mister Tzaka! I just got rid of the biggest rat ever!

Elderly Draph: Hahaha! Well aren't you a brave one! Did it bite you at all? Let me have a look at you and make sure you didn't catch anything from it.

Tzaka the Great, as the elderly man is called, is stopped at every turn, but he always responds with a smile.

Metal Memory: Scene 2

During the War, the Draphs of Valtz created Colossus, intent on using it to exact revenge upon the Astrals. Their plans never come to fruition, and Colossus sleeps for centuries before being awoken to a fateful encounter with an archduke and his pupil.

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Considering how he carefully listens to each tale shared his way, it takes him about half a day to finally reach his home.

Assistant: Welcome back. What would you like for lunch?

Tzaka the Great: I'm all right. I had a meal with the orphanage children in their cafeteria.

Tzaka the Great: More importantly, I'd like to know why there are less people out and about. Some of the business owners are becoming concerned about the lack of customers.

Tzaka the Great: And then there's the issue of public health. I heard so many people talk about rats today. Is there no way we can spare more budget for that department?

Assistant: Well...

Tzaka the Great: I was thinking it might be possible to raise money by processing our ores into specialty products for export.

Tzaka the Great: Perhaps we can find a way to regulate the temperature of blistering ores. Then we could market them as hand warmers or heaters for cold locations.

Tzaka the Great: Our budget will go in the red for the short term, but I'd like to spare no expense in researching and developing new technologies for future use. Could we add this to the agenda for our next meeting?

Assistant: As you wish.
By the way, sir. May I ask what you're doing?

Tzaka has been busy organizing various minerals, measuring instruments, and other objects onto his desk.

Tzaka the Great: Heh. Are you curious?

Tzaka the Great: These are remnants from the War. I imagine we might have to change a few history textbooks once they've been studied.

Tzaka the Great: I'll just be tinkering with them for the time being, but if anyone has business with me just send them up one at a time.

Assistant: Sir, I believe you've invited the children over again today. Those should be your visitors for the day, but... May I ask why you've been doing this?

Tzaka the Great: Children wither and wilt without someone to turn to. If they grow up believing that they are powerless, then their futures are bleak.

Tzaka the Great: I simply hope that an old man like myself is enough to change that course.

Assistant: Is that why you teach them about engineering and magic?

Tzaka the Great: Indeed. I hope people can understand this is for the benefit of everyone in Valtz. I know some are upset that I take time away from meetings to spend time with them.

Once the assistant leaves, the elderly Draph begins to attach pins to the wiring that links the primal crystal to the Sky Map piece. The pins are then connected to an analyzing apparatus.

Tzaka continues his analysis between other tasks. The glint in his eyes is quite different from that of the Draphs who had known Colossus's true purpose.

Time flows by until there's a knock at the door.

Girl's Voice: Master? Can I come in?

Tzaka the Great: Of course, Io. I see it's your turn today.

Io: Why do you sound surprised? You knew I was coming today! And why is your face all covered in grease?

Tzaka the Great: Hahaha. I'm sorry, I was doing a bit of experimentation here. Let me get cleaned up.

Io: Really now... You're the archduke, you know? You've gotta look the part too. I mean even Almeida laughed at you.

Io: Anyway, what are you teaching me today?

Tzaka the Great: Now, now, Io. What do we say before we start?

Io: Okay, okay. "I swear to use magic only to make everyone smile."

Tzaka the Great: That's right. Magic exists to make people happy but can just as easily be twisted to harm people. That's why we have to be careful how we use it.

Io: You don't need to make me say it every time. I'm never going to use magic for that.

Tzaka the Great: Heh, I know that. Just think of it as a routine of sorts. Now then, where did we leave off last time?

Io: Geez, you forget everything right away. Two lessons ago was light magic. Last lesson was about creating little chunks of ice—

Tzaka's experiments proceed as he takes care of governmental duties and spends time with the children that visit.

Night falls, and his government duties end.

Tzaka the Great: Now I can finally sit down and concentrate on this.

With a smile, he rubs his hands together and gazes down at the primal crystal laying atop his desk.

He starts to pour over the data coming out of the analyzer that is attached to the Sky Map piece.

As he does so, he makes a grave blunder.

Tzaka the Great: ...!

His hand accidentally brushes against Colossus's memory sector, and his body shudders.

Tzaka the Great: Argh!

Draph Woman: We'll never forgive them...

Draph Man 1: We'll never forgive them!

Draph Man 2: We'll never forgive them.

Memories of the Draphs who constructed Colossus and a part of the crystal's power flow into Tzaka's head.

Overwhelmed, he collapses to the floor unconscious.

He awakes at dawn. His expression is hollow, perhaps as a side-effect of the crystal's power.

Tzaka the Great: I have to protect them... I have to protect the people of Valtz... Fight against the power of the Astrals...

Colossus's memories become jumbled with Tzaka's own, eroding away at his sense of self.

Eventually Tzaka uses the War relics to bait the Erste Empire into a research partnership, after which he steals their technology and vanishes altogether.

For the sake of fulfilling his ancestors' wishes, he starts reconstructing Colossus's body in the old underground factory.

This all happens a little prior to (Captain) and the crew's arrival onto the Valtz Duchy.

Machina Soldier: !

Vyrn: Seriously? More monsters incoming!

Tzaka the Great: Machina soldiers! Hold the line until Colossus is complete! For the sake of Valtz! For our country!

Colossus: ...

This is a familiar scene for Colossus—its body nearing completion, machina soldiers falling.

Draph Woman: How much longer can we keep going like this?

Draph Man 1: Do you even have to ask? No one's giving up until Colossus is complete, and we can have our revenge!

Draph Woman: No more fighting, no more blood, no more tragedies... Please...

Colossus: ...

Lyria: That iron giant is crying. It slept for such a long time, and it was only woken up to do such sad things...

In that moment, the girl peers sadly up at the iron giant.

Lyria: ...

An Astral, or perhaps someone who can use their power, has appeared before Colossus once again.

Colossus: ...

Io: Master... It's time to wake up. Your nightmare is over already!

Tzaka the Great: Never!

Tzaka the Great: Not when it's come to this!

Tzaka the Great: Colossus! Rise! Carry out my ancestors' will!

Colossus: ...!

Lyria: ...!

Lyria: Please help us, Tiamat!

Tiamat: ...

Draph Man 1: Colossus, fight against the power of the Astrals... And then with your strength...

Draphs: Kill the Astrals! Kill them all!

Colossus: ...!

Obeying its top-level priority command, Colossus turns its aim toward the blue-haired girl.

Vyrn: W-watch out! That thing is targetin' Lyria!

Lyria: I-I'll be fine! Tiamat is with me!

It resists the primal beast's storm, its movement only slightly impeded as it pushes to execute its orders.

And steadily it marches forward with blade glowing in hand.

Colossus: !

Io: (Captain)! Lyria! Are you guys okay?

Vyrn: Holy smokes, that gigantic sword is trouble! It cuts and melts through anything, even stone!

Io: Why, you! Stop right there!

The human girl sends out a blast of ice but realizes quickly that it has no effect on the armor.

Tzaka the Great: Ha, hahaha! Behold! Not even a primal beast's power could possibly leave a dent in its armor! As if your useless magic would have any effect, my idiotic pupil!

Io: ...!

Tzaka the Great: Now all we need is to complete Colossus! And then we shall be freed from our regrets, my ancestors!

Io: ...

Io: I don't know what the Draphs went through in the past!

Io: But I won't let anyone say that the magic you taught me is useless—not even you!

Io: Lyria! (Captain)! Please buy me some time!

The girl closes her eyes and plants her staff on the floor. A swirl of magical energy starts to gather around the center of it.

Colossus: ...

Colossus calculates that the little mage's magic is vastly inferior to that of a primal beast's. Thus it chooses to continue advancing on the girl in blue.

Io: This is the magic you taught me, Master! The greatest and strongest magic meant to bring smiles to the people! And I'll save you with it!

In that moment, the girl's magical energy spikes past Colossus's initial estimates.

The wave of ice the girl unleashes pierces deeply into its chest and freezes even its blade that can melt stone.

The primal crystal regulating its body and controlling its movement is shattered into pieces, and Colossus collapses to the ground.

Even skydwellers can display feats of power beyond expectations, like the Draphs who rebelled against their Astral masters.

And for a brief moment, the strength of this girl's anger and magical prowess wasn't far from that of a large primal beast.

The girl runs to Tzaka, who has fallen to his knees. As tears spill from her eyes, a smile adorns her lips as he pats her head.

Watching over them from a little ways away is the blue-haired girl.

Colossus: ...

Though its primal crystal is broken, Colossus retains a small portion of its ability to move.

It judges that the cavern will soon collapse as an aftereffect of their conflict, and once the walls and ceiling come down, there will be no escape.

Draph Man 1: Colossus, fight against the power of the Astrals... And then with your strength...

Obeying its top-level priority command one more time, it forces its body to move with the last of its strength.

Lyria: ...!
Colossus is...

For the sake of fulfilling its purpose, it reaches its arm out.

Tzaka & Io: ...!

And in its final moments, Colossus shields Tzaka and the girl with its body, protecting them from the falling debris.

A few days pass. (Captain) and the crew visit the recovering archduke in his home.

Tzaka the Great: I must apologize. It seems I've caused quite a lot of trouble for you all and my pupil.

Lyria: Don't worry about it. We're just glad you and Io are okay.

Io: Thanks to Colossus... I was so surprised when it protected us.

Tzaka the Great: Mm-hm... I've been thinking about that.

Tzaka the Great: It was commanded to "fight against the Astrals and destroy them," and yet...

Lyria: ...

Lyria: I think Colossus finally understood what you really wished for, Tzaka. I'm sure of it.

Tzaka the Great: What I really wished for...

Lyria: Yes. I think it understood its last order... No, its true duty and chose to protect you.

Tzaka the Great: Colossus... A machine capable of choosing...

A single mystery remains, but the deep resentment of the Draphs of Fremel's past is gone.

For a machine that had dutifully followed its orders to eliminate the Astrals, what did Colossus see in its last moments?

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A Command for a Giant

After the excitement on Valtz, (Captain) and the crew arrive on Auguste and get caught up in another mess. They set their sights on stopping Leviathan, who is rampaging because of the empire's experiments. Heading for Leviathan leaves the town vulnerable to attack, but the crew has another ally who's willing to help.

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Imperial Soldier 1: It's... It's here! Raise the airship up!

Imperial Soldier 2: We won't make it in time—

The beautiful waters of Auguste are second to none, drawing countless tourists to its natural attractions. On this day, however, its splendor is marred by the screams of imperial soldiers.

Io: Hey, Lyria. Do you know why the empire's airships are getting swallowed up?

Lyria: From what I can sense, primal beast Leviathan, the incarnation of the waters here, is starving so it's eating them...

Eugen: Is that because of the pollution from the empire's experiments?

Lyria: Yes, I think so. Leviathan is at its limit.

After the fight with Colossus on the Valtz Duchy, the crew traveled to the Auguste Isles.

They're now wrapped up in stopping the primal beast currently rampaging due to the Erste Empire's experiments.

Io: What the heck are they doing! Don't they know they're putting the people of this island at risk?

Vyrn: Now's not the time for chitchat! We gotta get a move on and stop Leviathan!

(Captain) nods in agreement, and the crew rushes toward where Lyria senses the primal beast, but they don't get very far.

Monsters: Groaaar!

Io: Those monsters that just popped out of the water are headed for the town, aren't they?

Eugen: They're what? You're kidding me, right?

Man 1: Yikes... Those high waves came out of nowhere. Is everyone okay?

Woman 1: Nobody got swept away, I think. We should probably head for higher ground though.

The people of Auguste climb to the tops of buildings and other high ground, reaching what they believe to be safety.

Man 2: Wha... Monsters! There are monsters coming out of the water!

A tumult arises among the people at the man's surprised voice.

Man 1: We can't stay out here! We've gotta take shelter inside sturdy, tall buildings!

Eugen: You don't think this is all Leviathan's doing, do you?

Lyria: It seems really hungry and hurt, so it's hunting the people that the waters can't reach...

Eugen: Then it's usin' the monsters to grab some people for food, huh? Things are gettin' worse by the minute.

Lyria: What should we do, (Captain)? Leviathan is really suffering.

Lyria: It's hurting a lot and struggling to the point where it has to swallow up all the life that was raised in these seas...

Io: It doesn't have to do that though, right? I'm sure it doesn't want to at least.

Lyria: Leviathan doesn't have a choice. It has to keep living, no matter what.

Io: Is that why it started going wild?

Vyrn: So... What should we do? Do we head over to the town? They won't stand a chance against that many monsters.

Eugen: ...

Eugen: No, we have to focus on Leviathan. Let's head to Auguste Falls.

Eugen: Don't get me wrong. I'm worried about the town, but if we don't take out the problem at its source then it's just gonna keep happenin'.

The crew can't keep their surprise from showing.

Eugen: I'm sure they'll be fine. Hired agents are there watchin' over the people.

Eugen manages to get the words out despite the pained expression on his face.

To save the town, there must be sacrifices; that seems to be what he's saying.

Soon after, angry roars and gunfire can be heard in the distance. The monsters have arrived at their destination.

Eugen: Let's move, (Captain). A couple hundred monsters are nothin' for 'em. They're pretty strong.

Eugen: They'll be fine. They have to be...

With clenched fists, Eugen trudges forward. (Captain) follows after, heart tugging in pain.

But Lyria comes to a stop.

Lyria: ...!

A light suddenly shines outward from Lyria's chest.

Io: Lyria? What's wrong?

Lyria: A voice is calling out to me...

Lyria: U-uhm... I think the townspeople really will be fine.

Eugen: Huh? Whaddya mean by that?

Lyria: It wants to help. That's what it's telling me from within.

Lyria delivers this message with a hand over her chest. From her expression it is clear that she isn't merely trying to put everyone at ease with words alone.

A Command for a Giant: Scene 2

The townspeople of Auguste are driven into a corner by the attacking monsters. With things looking grim, the sudden appearance of an iron giant turns things around. However, Colossus struggles between the need to protect and doing what's expected of it.

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Monsters: Grooaaar!

Agent: The monsters are here! Fireee!

The agents unleash a hail of bullets into the incoming monsters.

But only a small fraction of the monsters are felled by the onslaught. There are simply far too many of them.

Monsters: Grooaar!

Agent: Damn it! Pull back! Retreat!

Townspeople: ...

Agent: Looks like we all somehow made it.

There is little relief in the agent's expression, as their lives depend on the single iron door that guards this auditorium.

The monsters that the hungry Leviathan sent will surely break the door down in no time. Will the agents be able to hold out when they do?

???: Help! Help us! Someone let us in!

Agent: What? Did we leave someone behind out there?

The agent peeks out through a small window in the door.

Imperial Soldier 1: Please! They're almost here!

Agent: Imperial soldiers! They've got a lot of nerve coming here!

Soldier's Voice: Please, I'm begging you... Please... They ate all our comrades...

Agent: You've gotta be kidding me! You know this is all your guys' fault in the first place, right!

Man 1: Yeah! You're the ones who messed up the sea with your experimentation! I say you should enjoy your just deserts!

Soldier's Voice: We'll do anything... Anything you want, so please... Don't let them eat us alive...

Soldier's Voice: ...

He grows silent after that point.

The monsters' roars draw closer. Through the small window, the agent confirms their approach.

Agent: ...

Child: Hey, mister. You're not gonna let them in?

Woman 1: ...

Child: Are they gonna get eaten by the monsters? Hey...

Man 1: ...

Imperial Soldier 1: Sob...

Monster Voices: Grrroooaaar!

Imperial Soldier 1: Aahh...

Imperial Soldier 1: I don't wanna die...

The soldiers simply fall to their knees and wait for death from the unimaginable number of monsters before them.

Agent: Damn it all!

With barely a moment to spare, the agent darts outside and yanks both of the imperial soldiers inside the auditorium.

Agent: Pant, pant... Don't think you got in for free! Get up and get ready to fight! We're gonna protect everyone in here!

Imperial Soldier 1: A-a-all right...

Soon enough the monsters reach the auditorium door and begin to slam into it with a horrible clamor.

Agent: Here they come!

Imperial Soldier 1: Pant... Pant...

The agent and the soldiers ready their weapons.

Monsters: Grrroooaaar!

The door breaks, and the monsters surge inside. With fingers shaking on the trigger, the combatants prepare themselves for one last stand. But their fears are soon overturned.

Colossus: ...

A colossal suit of iron comes crashing through the auditorium's ceiling.

Colossus: ...!

And with a single stroke of the blade clutched in its hand, the monsters are cleaved in half.

Agent & Soldier: ...!

Colossus: ...

Upon confirming that there are no monsters remaining, it hunches over and exits the auditorium doors.

Agent: What in the world was that?

Imperial Soldier 2: Sir! The detector is going off!

Imperial Soldier 1: What? You're kidding! That's a primal beast?

Eugen: So, Lyria. Mind explainin' what exactly that giant is?

Lyria: It's a primal beast named Colossus. It was created a long time ago on Valtz...

Io: My master finished building it after a whole bunch of things happened. So you know it's super strong.

Eugen: A primal beast, huh? I guess I shouldn't have much to worry about if it's the one protectin' the town...

Io: There's just something I don't get.

Io: Colossus was created to fight against primal beasts, right? Why is it protecting the town then?

Vyrn: Now that you mention it, shouldn't it be trying to go after Leviathan?

Lyria: I don't really understand it either. But I think something's changed within Colossus.

Monster: Grooaar...

Colossus: ...

The monsters take in the enormous iron giant before them.

Monster: Groooaaar!

Very quickly all the monsters turn their focus away from the people. Their new target is Colossus, an object with tremendous amounts of energy.

Colossus: ...

Its primal crystal still defers to the top-level priority command in its memory.

Colossus: ...

Faithful to its orders, Colossus heats its blade and prepares to melt through the horde of monsters.

Monster: Groooaaar!

Colossus: ...!

A Command for a Giant: Scene 3

Io's magic from the incident in Valtz has scrambled parts of Colossus's memory. The command given by the Draphs of yore mixes with Tzaka's sentiments to form a new command: "Use your power to make people happy." With this in mind, Colossus prepares to protect the town against a copy of Leviathan.

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Colossus: ...!

Colossus swings its red-hot blade at the attacking monsters and vaporizes them with each swing.

Eventually silence envelops the town.

Agent: Th-the monsters are all...

Imperial Soldier 1: Completely wiped out...

Colossus: ...

As (Captain) and the crew move farther and farther away to Auguste Falls, the power Colossus is siphoning from Lyria grows progressively weaker.

It decides to save energy by shifting into standby mode upon confirming the safety of the people.

Io: Something's changed within Colossus? Is that even possible?

Io: Because it doesn't look like Leviathan's changing anytime soon.

Lyria: Colossus was the same way at first. Fighting made it sad, even though it was forced to attack me.

Lyria: But near the end it didn't see us as enemies.

Lyria: I think when Colossus got hit by your magic and fell down, that's when the change happened.

Io: My magic? I don't remember doing anything special...

Eugen: Look lively, everyone. We're almost at the falls.

Vyrn: Something tells me we're not gonna like what's waitin' over there.

(Captain) and the crew defeat monsters in their way and arrive at where Lyria had felt the presence of a primal beast.

And sure enough, Lyria is right.

Leviathan: ...

Eugen: We finally meet face-to-face, eh? These seas are a vast place, but here we are.

Eugen: I owe you a whole lot, and now's a good time as ever to pay you back some! Let's go, (Captain)!

Monster Pack: Groooaaar!

Colossus: ...!

The battle to save Leviathan commences on (Captain)'s side. Back in the town, Colossus continues its defense.

A second wave of monsters, then a third, comes at it, but it mows down each wave unflinchingly.

Colossus: ...

Alarm bells go off through its system; the aura of a primal beast grows closer.

Suddenly a whirlpool of seawater sprouts forth, a large snake-like being bursting out and writhing in the air.

Mighty Leviathan itself has appeared, perhaps frustrated with its minions' lack of progress

Leviathan: Grrrgh...

But it is only a copy of its true form made with the last of its power.

Perhaps it is impatient for more food as it fights with (Captain) and the crew elsewhere.

Leviathan: Groooaaagh!

Colossus: ...!

Though Colossus possesses strength far beyond that of a mortal, its supply of power is running dangerously low.

It has about a good twenty swings or so left with its blade before reaching its limit.

Colossus: ...

Silently it confirms its top-level priority command once again, almost as if to reaffirm its reason for existing.

Draph Man 1: Colossus, you're strong. You were made to fight.

Draph Man 1: Fight against the power of the Astrals. And then with your strength—

Tzaka the Great: Make people happy.

The command Colossus keeps following is cross-referenced with other information in its memory sector.

However, due to the blow it received from Io that shattered its primal crystal, the order of information permutated.

Whether or not this is simply coincidence or fate, the memory it conjures up from its vast storage is that of Tzaka's declaration.

Colossus: ...!

Obeying its newly acquired duty, Colossus stands tall to face Leviathan's large shadow.

It will act as the people's shield until (Captain) and the crew finish pacifying Leviathan's main form.

A Command for a Giant: Scene 4

The fake Leviathan continues its relentless assault on Colossus, driving it to its knees. Just as the last of the iron giant's energy reserves are depleted, (Captain) and the crew take down the real Leviathan, dispelling the copy. With the people of Auguste safe and smiling, Colossus deems its commands fulfilled.

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Leviathan: Grooaaar!

Colossus: ...!

Colossus's energy is depleted. In an effort to keep fighting, it abandons its blade to conserve enough energy to move.

It doesn't have much longer before its energy is used up, despite its emergency procedures.

Colossus uses its armored body as a shield as best as it can and endures every attack from the large primal beast.

Leviathan: Grrrgh!

But its limit draws close again. It detaches an arm deemed unnecessary, saving just enough power to keep moving.

With the way its opponent is faring, Colossus judges that it will only be a matter of time before Leviathan is put down by (Captain) and the others.

Leviathan: Groooaaar!

Colossus: ...!

Leviathan takes it enormous jaws and sinks its teeth into Colossus's torso.

The iron giant does its best to pry the jaws open with its remaining hand, but Leviathan's sharp fangs dig deeper into its armor.

Soon enough Colossus's body begins to split apart as the sound of screeching metal fills the air.

Colossus: ...!

Its primal crystal is on the verge of being swallowed whole.

Leviathan: ...

Leviathan's copy disappears. It appears that (Captain) and the crew have succeeded in pacifying the main body.

The miasma that had covered the town disappears as well, and the seas return to peaceful silence.

Agent: Is it all... finally over?

Woman 1: I think so... Is everyone okay?

The people begin to check on one another, and upon seeing their friends and family unharmed, rejoice loudly and happily together.

Man 1: Phew. This giant really saved us.

Colossus: ...

They all approach their bruised-and-battered, kneeling hero.

Eugen: Well, looks like the town made it through in one piece somehow.

Their fight finished, (Captain) and the others have returned to town.

Io: Colossus fought so hard that it became damaged like this...

Lyria: ...

Vyrn: Hm? What's wrong?

Lyria: Colossus seems happy.

Lyria: It's kind of strange... When I look at Colossus, it feels like when I'm talking with Tzaka.

Colossus: ...

Surrounded by the smiling townspeople, Colossus judges its command to be finished.

It lingers for a while, perhaps basking in the peaceful aftermath and the people's joy and relief.

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Bond as Solid as Stone

Kolulu requests to touch Colossus's armor one day. She explains that she feels a kinship with the primal beast—her body as tough as steel, while its body is made of actual metal. She requests that the two of them become friends, as they've both experienced the pain of loneliness, and Colossus happily accepts. Io joins them after, and the three enjoy a moment of peace together, much like a family would.

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It's been a productive day of monster-hunting for Kolulu and Colossus. Kolulu turns to her steel-plated companion.

Kolulu: Er... Colossus! Forgive me for springing this on you, but I have a request.

Kolulu: Would you permit me... to touch you?

Colossus: ...

Kolulu: I was so impressed at the way your mighty shell deflected the monsters' fangs and claws!

Kolulu: I'm dying to see what that armor feels like myself! May I? Please?

Colossus: ...

Colossus gives a very slight nod of its great head.

Kolulu: Really? Are you certain?

Kolulu: Thank you. I'm honored.

Kolulu reaches out slowly and rests her palm against Colossus's armor.

Kolulu: Golly... You're solid as stone!

Kolulu: I humbly thank you! That was an absolute inspiration!

Colossus: ...!

The swelling hum of Colossus's reactor sounds somehow flattered.

Kolulu relaxes at Colossus's reaction and ventures a little further.

Kolulu: Actually... there is one other thing I would like to ask you. Would you... let me ride on your shoulders?

Kolulu: You see, I have this fondness for high places, and I thought that the view from up there must be stupendous... Er... Is that a bridge too far?

Colossus: ...

This time, Colossus's nod is clearly enthusiastic.

Kolulu: I see your heart is as large as your frame!

Kolulu takes a running start and leaps onto Colossus's back, taking care not to scuff its armor as she climbs.

Kolulu: Hehe... I'm the queen of the world!

Colossus: ...

Colossus remains utterly still so its excited little passenger won't fall as she scrambles across its shoulders and peeks at the ground from different sides of its helmet.

At last, Kolulu gets her enthusiasm in hand and seats herself on Colossus's shoulders.

Kolulu: To tell the truth, I've been curious about you for some time.

Kolulu: I may not look it, but I can transform my body to be almost as tough as steel, so I felt like you and I had a connection!

Kolulu: Not to mention what Io told me about you.

Kolulu: She said that for hundreds of years, you were asleep, all alone, in an underground factory.

Kolulu: Weren't you lonely down there?

Colossus: ...

Colossus tilts its head as if listening seriously, though it gives no sign of affirmation or denial.

To Kolulu, however, this seems a clear expression of the primal's melancholy.

Kolulu: Yeah... It's tough being on your own. It's lonely.

Kolulu: When I lost my parents, I cried like a waterfall.

Kolulu: You must have been sad too, spending all that time alone.

Colossus: ...

From her perch on Colossus's shoulders, she strokes its helmet where its cheek would be.

Kolulu: ...

Kolulu: I know this is sudden, but... would you like to be my friend?

Colossus: ...

Kolulu: I never had friends before I met Io and the others.

Kolulu: But now I know just what a wonderful thing friendship is!

Kolulu: And I'd like to share that with you too!

Kolulu: If you think you'd enjoy having me as a friend, that is...

Colossus: ...

Colossus appears to spend a moment processing her request. Then it suddenly lifts her from its shoulders.

Kolulu: Whoa! What's going on?

As Kolulu flails in surprise, Colossus lifts her up to sit on top of its head.

Kolulu: Er... Why did you put me up here?

Colossus: ...!

Colossus raises its mechanical voice in a clear attempt to communicate.

Somehow, Kolulu can tell that the steel giant is happy.

Kolulu: Ahh! So you do want to be my friend? You're not having me on, are you?

Colossus: ...!

Kolulu: Hahaha... I couldn't be happier to count you among my friends!

Io: Kolulu! The minute I take my eyes off you, you're climbing stuff!

Drawn by Kolulu's voice, Io appears and immediately begins scolding her.

Io: It's dangerous to goof around that high up!

Kolulu: Hehe, you should see the view from up here! Why don't you join us?

Io: Yeesh, all the time with this kid...

Io: Fine, fine. I'm coming up, so don't fall off!

A smile peeks through Io's exasperation.

Io: Say, Colossus. Can I ride on top of your helmet too?

Colossus: ...!

Io: Hehe, thanks.

Colossus holds out its palm, Io steps on, and Colossus lifts her up to join their friend.

Io: Well, Kolulu, are you happy you made a new friend?

Kolulu: Hehehe... I certainly am!

Kolulu: I count myself extremely lucky!

Colossus: ...!

Colossus's reactor hums in resounding agreement with her sentiment.

The three friends seem more like a family as they enjoy this moment of peace and warmth.

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