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Official Profile

Background

Events

Trivia

  • All of Ilsa (Yukata)'s skills are named after songs/albums by melodic death metal band Arch Enemy.

Etymology

Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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Today is your birthday, isn't it, (Captain)? Congrats.
Unfortunately I only recently found out it's your birthday, so I wasn't able to prepare a present for you.
Oh, what if I put you through a drill? Not that you particularly need it...
Well, don't say I didn't warn you...
Cough...
Don't slack off, Shrimpy! You may have a limp noodle for a spine, but I'll get you whipped into shape!
Hah. It's hard to put on that facade with you.
But if you ever forget your place and start slipping into bad habits, I'll be right there to chew you up and spit you out.
You should feel better about continuing on your journey, knowing that I have your best interests at heart.

2

Happy birthday, (Captain).
Please accept this present from me.
It's a salve that will protect your extremities from the elements.
Please use it on your journey. You will find it beneficial.
Hehe, it has an elegant scent to it as well, doesn't it? I wear it instead of perfume on occasion.
If you like the fragrance, I can take you to the shop I bought it from and recommend some other products.
But we are digressing from the topic at hand. I sincerely wish you the best in the year to come.

3

Happy birthday, (Captain).
I've brought you another present this year, so please accept it.
It's a stained-glass lamp. It produces a warm light, so it's perfectly suited to being used as a reading lamp before you go to bed.
I actually own one just like it. Whenever I use mine, I add a drop of essential oil.
The aroma helps me relax before bed. Proper rest is essential to any form of work, after all. It affects your energy the next day.
Heh. You seem pleased with the gift. I'm glad our tastes overlap.
If I spot something else I think you'd like, I'll give it to you as a present. I hope you look forward to it.

4

Happy birthday, (Captain). I have another present for you this year.
Inside are some tea leaves. They're a favorite of mine for when I want to relax with a cup of flavored tea, so I can vouch for their quality.
There's one more thing I've prepared. A store I like happened to be nearby...
So I bought some cream puffs for us to eat together. They should go well with the tea.
They come in different shapes, so I bought them all. There's a swan, a rabbit, a teddy bear, a puppy, a kitten...
No need to hold back. Take all the ones you like.

5

Party logistics team, fall in! Call out when you're in position! Okay, move out!
Careful now! The fancy cake inside that huge box you're carrying is more fragile than all your sorry asses combined!
I'd better not see any slackers! I don't care if it starts raining sludge, heads will roll if I find a single blemish on that cake!
Ngh! (Captain)... You weren't supposed to know about this yet.
When I mentioned to my unit that your birthday was coming up, they said they wanted to do something special for you.
And as you can see, we've been setting up a makeshift party tent. It'll just be a little longer. I'll call you over when it's good to go.
Why are you giving me those puppy-dog eyes? Huh? You want me to berate you like I did on one of your past birthdays?
Sigh. Why do you have to take after the weirdos who want their stones busted?
Sorry, but that's not happening within earshot of my subordinates. They might get the wrong idea. You're just going to have to wait until later, all right?
It'll be hard to keep our timetable with all the distractions. Until then, you'd better be ready for what's coming to you!

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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Happy New Year.
A good number of the Society's recruits will be taking the day off today, so I was ordered to take the day off as well.
However the body becomes weak if it's not exercised. I'm planning on running all the way down a street and back.
If I am not strict with myself, then I won't be able to reflect the necessary attitude to the recruits during training.
Mm? You say you want to come along too? I don't mind.
But you should know my course is going to be tough. There's no giving up halfway through.
Hehe. Prepare yourself.

2

Happy New Year, (Captain). Quite the early bird, you are.
Is that right? So you have a full day ahead and decided to finish your training before everyone else woke up.
That is, without a doubt, the very quality a crew captain should command.
What am I doing? My usual training regiment of course.
Bumping into me was no coincidence. Didn't this happen last year too? There's no need to lecture you on overtraining.
Haha, but I see how it is! You've taken a shine to my routine.
Then prepare to sweat like you've never sweat before!

3

Happy New Year.
Thank you for inviting me to the banquet yesterday. I really enjoyed myself—I haven't laughed that hard in a while.
I have a feeling that traveling with such pleasant companions will make this another enriching year.
Now that I've had plenty of rest, it's time to begin my first training session of the new year.
Care to join me, (Captain)? I'd be happy to train you relentlessly again this year.
Haha... That's what I like to hear.
Then I'll be waiting in the plaza over yonder whenever you're ready!

4

Hm... I came here thinking it would be better in the morning, but it's still pretty crowded here at the shrine.
Well, I have today off so there's no need to rush. I guess I'll just take it slow and enjoy the holiday.
Hm? Are they giving out sweet sake to the people standing in line? What a great idea. Let's have some ourselves.
Foo, foo... Gulp.
Aah... It's perfect for warming up the body.
By the way, (Captain). Have you decided what you're going to wish for?
It's going to be a while until our turn. Why don't we take this time to share our wishes for this year with each other?

5

Happy New Year. It's always a blessing to make it to this point safely.
My plans? With the Foe thwarted—at least for now—I'd love to finally visit my parents again... But that's not happening.
I've got my troops to look after. It's hard to announce my plans when some of them don't have homes to go back to.
I'll probably have to wait until something big happens in the family. Maybe to break the news if I get engaged. That'd be nice.
Where am I from? Just a regular town like anywhere else. Nothing really interesting to see.
Still, I'll give you a tour if you stop by. Plus, you have to try my Mom's cooking.
I've told my parents about you in the letters I send them, you know. I'm sure they'd love to meet you.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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(Captain), do you have some free time?
As you know, today is Valentine's Day. So I've made you some chocolate.
Do these chocolates represent my feelings? That's a bold question to ask someone who is known to her recruits as a demon.
I suppose by asking this question that means you're interested in older people? I personally wouldn't care if my partner were younger.
Hehe. Have I teased you a little too much?
This is just my way of thanking you for all of the small things. I made them with devotion.
So savor them when you eat them.

2

Today is Valentine's Day, and once again I hope you accept these chocolates I made.
Hm-hm. Well, aren't you the happy one? Did you want my homemade goodies that badly?
Had I known you would react this way, I would have included a sensible message with it...
Something along the lines of...
LOVE for instance?
Hehehe... Did that get your motor running?
Phew, excuse me. I believe there are others who grow tired of waiting to give you chocolates.
I got caught up in the fun of teasing you. I hope you'll let me off the hook.
I'm no chocolatier, but I guarantee these are delicious. Just the right pick-me-up when you're tired.

3

Today's Valentine's Day, correct? I've brought you the usual again this year.
Heh. You always accept my chocolates with a bright smile on your face.
I've also prepared a love letter especially for you.
Haha. You look nervous all of a sudden.
I actually just found a charming greeting card and thought this might be a good opportunity to use it.
I apologize for teasing you. But it's true that I wanted to show my gratitude for everything you do on a daily basis.
As long as you're happy, I'm satisfied.

4

Ilsa scowls at a group of recruits who look like they're fighting the urge to turn tail and run.
You're asking me for chocolates? Hunh... A bold order coming from a bunch of maggots.
I'll humor you, but on one condition. Go out in the field and bring me back some badges. Oh, and don't expect any rank promotions to come out of this little game.
As for how many... I know. One badge for every piece of chocolate in that sack.
You bottom-feeding maggots! You should be competing for distinctions in battle, not chocolates!
(Captain)! Were you here the whole time I was putting the recruits through extra training?
Yeah, about what you just saw... The recruits ask me for chocolates every year—as a sort of dare. But I hate it when people use gifts to measure how much someone cares.
Speaking of, you're here for chocolates too, aren't you? Let me ask you something first.
How many do you already have? If this isn't your first and only...
Hah. I'm just kidding. Here—as thanks for everything.

5

I'm not surprised that you sought me out, (Captain). Yes, I made you chocolates again. Take them.
Haha, you could say I'm nervous. I was racked with indecision over what would make the perfect gift.
I spent an inordinate amount of time making these. That's because I made several types of chocolate for comparison, but the problem is they all came out pretty well.
And if you wanted me to give them all to you, then tough luck. Eating nothing but sweets will cause breakouts. Take it from personal experiences.
Choose: Then give me the rest next year.
Hahaha! Well, I can't go against the captain's orders, can I?
Roger that. Looks like I'm going to be making more tough chocolate decisions next year.
The ones I gave you today are the best of the batch in my opinion, but it was still hard to pick.
I poured my heart into making these taste good. You should feel honored.
Hehe... You're shaking.
Joking aside, this gift of chocolate is just a small token of my gratitude.
By accepting my gift, that just shows me you'll indulge my need to pamper you. Just wait until next year...

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White Day Cutscenes
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You're giving me this candy to thank me for the Valentine's Day chocolate?
I, um, see... Sorry, it's just I'm not accustomed to receiving gifts, so I was debating whether I should thank you or not.
This might call your intentions into question, but did you put your feelings into this present?
Hah. You can't make eye contact with me. I never knew you to be the nervous type, (Captain).
Sorry, I was just having a little bit of fun with you.
Thank you for the present. I'll eat them with glee.

2

This wrapping... Well, I'm certain it can only be a White Day gift.
Just in time to soothe my craving for sweetness. Can I open it?
Oh, what's written on these cookies?
Good Work.
Thank You Always.
Do Your Best.
Yes, these would be your standard words of appreciation. I hear them loud and clear.
But is that all you want to say? It is White Day, so... Are you sure you have no... other words you'd like to share with me?
Heh, I can see your eyes darting around wildly again.
All jokes aside, these treats will go happily into my mouth.
Thank you for the thoughtful gift, (Captain).

3

Greetings, (Captain). Considering you've chosen this day to visit, am I allowed to get my hopes up?
What? You don't know what I mean? I see. Very well then.
(Captain)? What's so funny?
And what's this box for? Heh, I see. It seems I've been tricked.
I must say, you have a lot of guts to play a joke on the woman they call a demon.
I'm pleased with your resolve, (Captain). If you have time, shall we go for an outing? I'll treat you to something sweet as thanks.

4

This my White Day gift? Thanks, I appreciate it.
I'm surprised you've only got the one box. Don't you have a bunch of other people waiting for deliveries?
Don't tell me you took what I said on Valentine's seriously—and rejected everyone else's chocolates...
You did, huh? Well, aren't you devoted... I'd better respond in equal measure.
Haha... I'm kidding. Sorry, your reactions are just too cute.
Hah... But you actually rejected all those chocolates... just for me...
I was the one who put the idea in your head, but I didn't think, in my wildest dreams... You really are gunning for my heart. Hehe.

5

Thank you for the gift, (Captain).
I did remember today is White Day. That's why I've been on edge all day.
You'd think I'd have learned by now not to make such a big deal out of nothing...
Actually, there's another reason for my excitement today.
Do you remember the tea I got you for your birthday last time?
The shop I got it from introduced a few new flavors, so this is the perfect chance to try them with the sweets you gave me.
Would you like to have tea with me? I bought more than I can finish by myself.
Hahaha, did that sound like me asking you out? Well, let's get this tea party started. Fall in behind me.

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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That outfit... Seems you're thoroughly enjoying Halloween.
Hm. Looks like your tail is off-center. Go ahead and turn around.
There. How's that?
(This tail is so soft and fluffy. I love how nice it feels.)
So comfy...
Ah, sorry. It just felt so good, I couldn't help but touch it.
Here. I'll give you some candy to make it up to you.
You're still going to play a prank on me? Haha. I accept the challenge.
Nothing affects me. I've had training to keep calm in emergency situations.
If you play one, you'd better do it with everything you've got. Understood?

2

Hm?
A mysterious figure in a wolf costume taps Ilsa on the shoulder and quickly scampers away. Sensing something off, she reaches for her back.
(What kind of third-rate prank is this, sticking a note on my back? Well, let's see what it says...)
(Sgt. Tough Love? What!)
(I swear I saw that wolf at the costume party for the recruits. I'm being disrespected...)
...
Who wants to die!
Hold it right there, you huff-puff-bluffing fleabag!
I'll shove this "tough love" so far down your throat, you'll be admiring it every time you take a crap! That'll knock the sense back in your senseless brain!
Huh? That was you, (Captain)? I'm sorry. From behind, I was so sure it was one of the recruits in costume...
However, you have big cojones to mess with the woman they call a demon.
If you think I'll leave it at that, think again. It's my turn to break you!
Heh-heh-heh... You're mine.

3

Line up, maggots!
The target is in costume and has escaped into the Halloween crowds.
Locate the target and lure them to the designated point! But make sure not to cause any trouble the festivalgoers!
Any fleabags who can't follow instructions will be treated to a very special training regimen! So watch your step!
Oh, (Captain)... We're conducting a little exercise on the Halloween festival grounds.
With all the festivities going on, it's the perfect time for a drill on spotting a target in disguise.
Now I'm going to slip into my own costume to keep an eye on those fools and make sure they don't do anything silly.
You just ignore those maggots and enjoy your Halloween, (Captain).

4

What's this? You're looking pretty smart in your costume this year.
Me? There's something I'm investigating right now, so I'm not in costume.
I can't give you the details, but there's been a rumor going around town that I'm currently looking into.
No need to worry. I'll have the scoundrel biting the dust before he can do a thing.
You want to help? Hm... I don't want to keep you from enjoying the Halloween festivities, but...
Here, why don't you take this paint ball? If you spot anyone suspicious, throw this to mark them and let me know.
You're a veteran at pulling pranks, aren't you? I'm sure you'll be fine.

5

Hey, (Captain). Looking good in that costume. Here, have a piece of candy.
You probably couldn't tell, but I'm actually on duty right now. It's my job to ensure the townspeople have a fun and safe Halloween tonight.
This town was a casualty of our fight with the Foe. The scars it left behind, both physically and mentally, can't be healed overnight.
I have my unit out in force too. Their watchful eyes won't miss a thing. Well... they'd better not.
So here I am, passing out candy to kids with a big smile on my face while commanding my soldiers at the same time.
I just finished refilling my candy basket, so it's back into the field for me.
Hm? You're offering to lend me a hand, (Captain)?
Thanks. Everyone's having a blast tonight, especially the kids. I'll take all the help I can get.
Okay, this basket is yours now. I think I stocked up on too much candy, but I'm sure you'll find a way to give it all out.
I'm counting on you to set an example for my subordinates, (Captain).

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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Today I got off of work early, so I headed into town and bought a cake.
I saw a lot of couples and families walking about. Everyone looked very happy.
What am I doing tonight? I thought I would go back to my room and eat my cake.
With who? I'm afraid I don't have anyone to eat it with.
It's just... I wasn't sure if it was all right to go to the crew party.
Oh, looks like I've gone and worried you. But I'm happy you thought of me.
Thanks, (Captain). Allow me to treat you and the others to some cake.

2

Impressive... Not only is this year's tree imposing in size, but it's been beautifully decorated.
I'm glad I decided to stop by the plaza on my way home from work.
You don't have to stay with me, (Captain). I didn't expect to run into you while you were out shopping for party supplies like this.
Wouldn't you rather be out creating fond memories with others closer to your age?
This special night only comes once a year, and surely you'd have a more enjoyable experience with them.
You... really don't mind being here with me? Ah, I see. You wanted to invite me to the party too.
Thank you. Then allow me the pleasure of bringing another cake this year.
Shall we walk for a bit? I can help you carry some of those bags if you'd like.

3

It took so long to finish the work the brass threw at me that it's already late. What an awful holiday present.
(I expected as much, but it's a little disappointing I wasn't able to attend the crew's party...)
Oh?
As Ilsa reaches out to open the door to her room, she notices a card attached to it.
A season's greeting card... from (Captain).
Heh... Hope you'll be able to join us next time. This level of consideration deserves a medal, (Captain).
Now then, I wonder if I have any candles?
It would be dull to eat this cake in ordinary lighting. I think I'll get into the holiday spirit with some warm candlelight.
Having made her decision, Ilsa sets the card from (Captain) on the table and smiles at it fondly.

4

Happy holidays, (Captain). Sorry I'm late to the party.
Yeah, it was a long day at work. Anything even mildly irritating seems to come during the holidays.
Just seeing the tower of paperwork waiting for me on my desk was enough to give me a headache...
Well, but seeing that grin on your face makes plowing through all that work worth it.
As an apology for my tardiness, I bought some desserts on my way here.
Cream puffs—the swan ones, of course. There's also strawberry shortcake, some tarts, crepes, and boba...
Whew... Since it's my favorite place, I got a little carried away and ended up getting almost everything. Let's enjoy tonight's party together.

5

Happy holidays. Sorry I'm late to the party.
I was planning to arrive before the event kicked off, but I had to put out some minor fires first.
The top brass and their backstabbing politics may be gone, but now my subordinates are running around like headless chickens. I wish they'd grow a pair and start thinking for themselves.
Sigh. Sorry, didn't mean to rant. Tonight is all about fun, and I intend to have it.
I bought a lot of dessert to share with everyone.
Oh, and remember that cake you were eyeing last year?
I grabbed the only two left—one for you, and one for me. Let's keep this between us, okay?

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Moonlit Shadows on Silver Snow

After stopping at a town along their travels, (Captain) and Ilsa find a mysterious red flower. A kind old woman tells them it is the diuturna, or the lasting flower, and informs them that the Diuturna Festival is happening that evening. The woman invites the two to her shop and fits Ilsa with a yukata designed to look like moonlit shadows falling over fresh snow. With the captain slipping on a yukata as well, the two head off to the festival.



While traveling through the skies, (Captain) and crew stop at a town that appears to be like any other.
Ilsa: What's this?
Ilsa stops to stare down at a single red flower lying in the middle of the street.
Ilsa: Did someone drop it?
Picking up the mysterious flower, Ilsa stares at it with furrowed brows.
Ilsa: Its petals remain attached, despite the flower having come off its stem. Perhaps it's an ornament of some sort.
Ilsa and (Captain) look around, trying to spot a potential owner, when a figure approaches.
Old Woman: My, oh my... Is that a diuturna you have there?
Ilsa: Are... you talking about this flower?
Old Woman: Yes. The diuturna, or the lasting flower, falls off as a whole blossom, instead of losing its petals one by one.
Ilsa: How strange... I've never heard of such a phenomenon before.
Old Woman: It's a property that seems to be unique to this flower, which doesn't grow on other islands.
Old Woman: If you're interested, would you like to attend the Diuturna Festival?
According to the elderly woman, the festival is set to happen tonight.
In addition to food and game stalls, attendees will be wearing yukata to enjoy the warm weather.
Ilsa: Well, it just so happens that I have no plans for the evening. What about you, (Captain)?
With a free schedule as well, (Captain) suggests that they attend together.
Ilsa: Then it's decided. I wonder if I still have time to find a yukata...
Old Woman: I'd be more than happy to help you choose something nice, as I happen to run a clothing store.
Ilsa: Thank you for the kind offer. I think I'll take you up on it.
Ilsa: (Captain), this might take a while, since I'm a bit selective with these kinds of things... What will you do in the meantime?
  1. I'll come with you.

Choose: I'll come with you.
Ilsa: Heh... I hope you don't mind if I also come to you for advice on what to wear.
Old Woman: Hehehe... You two certainly get along well. Not everyone is so lucky to have such a reliable companion.
Inclining her head, the kind woman leads Ilsa and (Captain) toward her store.
Ilsa: ...
  1. Is something wrong?

Choose: Is something wrong?
Ilsa: Nothing's wrong. I suppose I'm just curious...
Ilsa: Where did this diuturna come from?
Now that Ilsa mentions it, (Captain) notices that no other plants or trees nearby have blooms resembling the red flowers of a diuturna.
Old Woman: We're here. Come in, come in.
Before the two can debate the mystery further, the old woman waves them into her store.
Old Woman: Let's see... What sort of pattern should we try on you first?
Ilsa: There are so many choices, I'm not sure where to start.
Old Woman: Feel free to pick up the ones that catch your eye and see how they look on you.
Ilsa gazes over the rows of colorful fabrics in front of her, carefully drinking in each design.
Ilsa: The pink hues on this one are beautiful, but it might be a little too cute for my taste.
Ilsa: Oh! The threads here are masterfully dyed! Despite the lightness of the blue, the color stands out brilliantly...
Old Woman: Hehe, she's off in her own little world.
Old Woman: The thought of going to the festival with you must be making her very excited.
The old woman and the captain pass the time chatting while Ilsa peruses the store's selection.
Ilsa: I'm sorry for taking so long, (Captain). I've narrowed down everything to five choices.
Ilsa: Which of these do you like the most—
Ilsa: Oh...
Ilsa pauses as she lays out her options, her eyes focused on a design in the corner of the store.
Ilsa: This white... or silver, rather. I'm not sure how to describe it...
Old Woman: Ah, this one. It's woven from undyed silk and silver threads, to represent fresh snow glistening under moonlight. The darker portions portray shadows casted by the surrounding nature.
Old Woman: I must say, it's a fine piece that would look wonderful on you, young lady.
Ilsa: Well then... I'd like this design as my yukata.
Ilsa: I'm sorry, (Captain). I know I asked for your opinion, but my fate was sealed as soon as I saw it...
With the decision made, the two wait for the old woman to prepare the yukata.
Ilsa: Hehe, this is very comfortable. We're lucky we ran into such a wonderful tailor.
Ilsa and (Captain), both in yukatas, are now ready to attend the festival.
  1. It suits you.
  2. You look cute.

Choose: It suits you.
Ilsa: I'm flattered to hear it. At the very least, I won't be underdressed when standing next to you.
Seemingly refreshed by the change in clothes, Ilsa leads the way forward.

Choose: You look cute.
Ilsa: Heh... Hehe... You've got a lot of guts, saying that to my face.
Ilsa: I don't dislike that confidence, but I hope you're not throwing around a compliment like that lightly.
Lips curling, Ilsa brushes a hand against (Captain)'s hair, before turning around and leading the way forward.
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They travel past the main streets of the town, eventually going down a small path gently illuminated by lamplight.
Ilsa: Hmm... The festival's started, but there's not many people around.
Ilsa: Perhaps it's meant to be a more private affair? I wonder if it's all right for us to join in...
Ilsa: I could be overthinking this. We're here anyway, so we might as well enjoy it.
What started as picking up a flower off the street has turned into more of an adventure than either Ilsa or (Captain) expected.
The two continue down the path, excited to finally see what this Diuturna Festival is about.

Diuturnas

At the Diuturna Festival, (Captain) and Ilsa enjoy the food stalls and game booths, but soon realize they have wandered away from the festival. With no other people or lights in sight, the two follow the scent of diuturnas and come upon a place filled with tall hedges growing diuturna flowers.



Ilsa: So this is the Diuturna Festival... The atmosphere here is quite nice.
A floral scent wafts over the gently lit path as Ilsa gazes over the festival.
Her eyes pause on the diuturna flowers decorating the food and game stalls surrounding them.
Ilsa: Maybe this is why we only found the single flower in the main part of town. They must have gathered the rest for decoration.
At the mention of the diuturna from earlier, (Captain) looks at where it sits in Ilsa's hand.
Ilsa: Oh, this? For some reason, it felt wrong to leave it behind, so I kept it with me.
Ilsa: ...
A hint of melancholy crosses Ilsa's features as she takes in the flower's scent.
Ilsa: I'm sorry. I shouldn't be getting lost in thought while the festival is going on.
Ilsa: Shall we take a look at the stalls, (Captain)?
The two enjoy a game of chance, before moving on to a target shooting stall. Once they grow hungry, they snack on candied apples and teppanyaki at a leisurely pace.
Ilsa: Is it just me... or is there a slightly solemn mood in the air?
Ilsa: Not that I'm complaining. Peaceful outings can be nice. What about you? Are you having fun still?
(Captain) answers with a nod, smiling back at Ilsa.
Clad in their yukatas, the two continue their quiet evening together.
Ilsa: Now then...
With the festival about to end, Ilsa and (Captain) stroll around, pondering what to do next.
Ilsa: Wait... Where are we?
Though the festival has been a quiet affair, a strange silence permeates the air as they notice that nobody else is around.
Somehow, they have ended up in complete darkness, devoid of any lamplight to illuminate the way.
Ilsa: How did we get so lost?
Ilsa: I can't spot any landmarks that might help us find the way back. What do we do from here...
Unfamiliar with the local geography, they cease their wandering and try to formulate a plan.
Ilsa: Do you... smell that? It's the scent of diuturnas...
A gentle breeze carries the floral aroma over as (Captain) and Ilsa look at one another.
Ilsa: The festival area was covered in diuturna flowers. It must be coming from there.
With no other clues to guide them, the two follow the wind.
Ilsa: It looks like we guessed wrong. We seem even farther out from town than before...
After walking for some time, they arrive in a place covered in thick green shrubbery.
Ilsa: These hedges... They're all growing diuturnas. No wonder we didn't find any in town.
Finally discovering the source of the mysterious flower, Ilsa stares intently at the rows and rows of hedges before her.
Ilsa: Would you mind if I took a look around?
Ilsa: Something about this place calls to me...
(Captain) agrees, noting that they have no clues to lead them back regardless.
Ilsa: Thanks. Maybe luck will be on our side, and we'll run into a townsperson out here picking diuturnas...

Diuturnas: Scene 2

As (Captain) and Ilsa wander through the hedge maze, they hear a young man speak up from the other side of the hedge wall. He offers to guide the way back to town and begins to chat with Ilsa. Ilsa realizes the man is Lester, a subordinate of hers that perished in the fight against an automagod. Lester offers words of thanks he was not able to say in life, while Ilsa apologizes for not being able to protect him. When Ilsa and (Captain) realize they've almost returned to town, they sense Lester's presence fade away.



Ilsa: ...
The rows of diuturna hedges soon envelop Ilsa and (Captain) like a maze.
Their floral scent hangs thickly in the air, giving the place an otherworldly atmosphere.
Ilsa: I'm not sure why, but I feel oddly overwhelmed by nostalgia...
Despite the oddity of the situation, neither of them detect any danger.
They press on ahead through the greenery.
Man's Voice: Hello there. What are you doing in this place?
Ilsa: ...!
To their surprise, the voice of a young man greets them from the other side of the hedge.
Ilsa: I'm sorry if we're trespassing. We somehow wandered away from the festival and got lost.
Man's Voice: Oh... That's what happened to me as well, actually. By the time I came to my senses, I was here.
Man's Voice: I've since gathered my bearings and figured out where we are. Would you like me to guide you back to town?
Ilsa: ...
(Captain) and Ilsa look at one another, silently debating the risk of following a stranger, before exchanging nods.
Ilsa: Well... We're not familiar with the area, so we could use the help. It'd be much appreciated.
Man's Voice: Excellent. I'd be honored to lead the way.
Ilsa: ...?
Man's Voice: For now, we only need to move straight ahead.
From the other side of the hedge, the young man's voice grows faint as he walks off.
Ilsa: It can't be...
Ilsa: But if it's not him...
I need to see what our helper looks like. Let's go, (Captain).
Ilsa steps forward, her expression caught between a mix of anger and sorrow.
Man's Voice: I see... So you chose this island to be the stopover for your voyage.
Ilsa: Yes, that's why we only learned about the festival after arriving.
Man's Voice: What a stroke of luck. How did you find the festival? Was it enjoyable?
Ilsa: It was. Putting on a yukata was a treat in and of itself, but so was the shooting game and the food stalls.
Man's Voice: That's a relief to hear. Being busy is good, but leaving time for rest is also important.
Ilsa: ...
Ilsa: It's just disappointing that I didn't land that many shots during the game. I suppose I'm not suited for handling firearms.
Man's Voice: Oh... Is that so?
Ilsa: Why the confusion? Does my voice alone hint toward a proficiency with guns?
Man's Voice: Haha, no, of course not.
Ilsa: That's too bad. It would make leading considerably easier if I could learn someone's proficiencies just from hearing them speak.
Man's Voice: You still command people even now...
Ilsa: My days are packed with drilling and directing my subordinates, though I'm not overburdening myself like I was in the past.
Ilsa: At least nowadays I have the free time to visit confectionaries and savor their sweets.
Man's Voice: ...
Man's Voice: I take that to mean that your subordinates have grown and no longer need as much of your attention.
Ilsa: That's hardly the case. Only Gwynne seems to have any hope of catching up to the man who used to be my most capable study.
Man's Voice: ...
Ilsa: I doubt the others could even go shopping for me and get everything on the list.
Ilsa: The only one I could trust with that perished in battle. I only have myself to rely on now.
Man's Voice: ...
Ilsa: So tell me—how is it that you're here when you should have died, Lester?
Lester's Voice: As sharp as ever, Sergeant.
Ilsa: Did you think I'd forget the voice of someone I trained? Your footsteps and clanking armor are exactly the same too. You'll have to try much harder to deceive me.
Lester's Voice: I wasn't purposely trying to deceive you... But I knew that if you discovered who I was, you wouldn't let me hear the end of it.
Ilsa: You better explain yourself thoroughly, then, before I pummel you to the bottom of the skies.
The man on the other side is Lester, once a subordinate who served under Ilsa.
He was in the running to become a seal weapon contractor, but met an early end at the hands of automagod Arianensa.
Ilsa: If those Otherworld bastards are up to something again, there'll be hell to pay.
Lester's Voice: I'm sorry, but I'm honestly not sure how to explain my presence.
Lester's Voice: This doesn't feel like the work of the Otherworld, as I know how their denizens operate.
Lester's Voice: I would've hid my presence and held my silence if I'd sensed I was being used by them.
Ilsa: ...
Lester's Voice: I'm really not sure how or why I'm here speaking with you, Sergeant.
Lester's Voice: Perhaps the diuturnas' aroma is making you hallucinate.
Ilsa: That would be... the most acceptable explanation.
Lester's Voice: I just want to say one last thing.
Lester's Voice: I'm grateful that you haven't changed a bit, and that you're doing well...
Lester's Voice: And thank you, (Captain), for staying by the sergeant's side.
Ilsa: ...
Ilsa: I also have something I'd like to say.
Ilsa: I'm sorry I couldn't protect you back then.
Ilsa: I wish so badly that I'd been strong enough...
Lester's Voice: I'm the one who's sorry, for not being able to meet your expectations, Sergeant.
Lester's Voice: I didn't have anything to my name, or even a family before meeting you. I owed you so much.
Lester's Voice: Thank you for everything...
The presence on the other side of the hedge vanishes as a strong wind blows by and carries the scent of diuturnas away.
In the silence that follows, familiar festival sounds echo in the distance.
Ilsa: It seems we've almost made it back to town. Ready, (Captain)?
Without further incidence, the two safely escape the confines of the hedges.

Diuturnas: Scene 3

(Captain) and Ilsa return to their inn, where they are instructed to take a purifying soak in the hot springs. The next morning, they ask the townspeople about the festival, but nobody seems to know what they are talking about. The innkeeper relays that around this time of year, various people have similar experiences. With the flower still shrouded in mystery, Ilsa reflects on all the subordinates she's lost and lets the diuturna she held on to float away in the river.



Ilsa: ...
Upon returning to town, (Captain) and Ilsa head straight for the inn.
The innkeeper takes one look at them and strongly suggests that they take a dip in the hot spring.
According to him, doing so should cleanse them of any impurities.
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Ilsa: How's the water over there?
Ilsa's voice carries over from the other side of the fence as she speaks to (Captain).
Ilsa: This has been an extremely strange experience so far.
Ilsa: With how the innkeeper immediately asked us to purify ourselves, I take it we're not the first ones to be spirited away like that.
Gazing at the diuturnas floating around, Ilsa takes a sip of the purifying sake she has been given.
Ilsa: It's as if the unease in my chest is being washed away...
Ilsa: I only wish I could've met all the others I didn't manage to protect as well, but perhaps that's wanting for too much.
Ilsa: I should be glad I managed to speak with him one last time at least...
She leans back and drinks more sake, placing the diuturna she had carried all day down onto a tray.
Its vibrant red petals fade to white, like wood to ash after fulfilling its role to completion.
Innkeeper: Good morning. Did you sleep well last night?
Ilsa: Very. By the way, I had something I wanted to ask—
Innkeeper: Are you looking for diuturna hedges?
Ilsa: Yes... I've been searching all morning for them, but when I asked the townspeople about it, they didn't even know about the festival, let alone the hedges.
Innkeeper: You know, you're not the first to experience something like that. We tend to get people like you around this time of year.
Innkeeper: Getting lost during a festival, discovering a diuturna hedge maze, and speaking with people you never thought you'd hear from again...
Ilsa: After all that searching... the source of the flower remains a mystery.
Standing by the river, (Captain) and Ilsa watch as diuturna after diuturna drifts atop the flowing water.
Ilsa: Named diuturna because it is known as the lasting flower, it's been associated with death for as long as people have known it.
Ilsa: I wonder if the flower's aroma gave form to everything we saw.
Ilsa: Just like a primal beast makes use of legends and worship to take on transient forms...
Ilsa leans down to place her faded diuturna among the other floating red and white flowers.
Soon after, the blossom is carried away, along with all the words she never had the chance to say.

Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription. EnglishThis is an official translation.
祭りの雰囲気はやはり好きだな I do enjoy the atmosphere of festivals.
いい反物だ値打ち物だよ Fabric like this is priceless.
他の色も着てみたいが… The other designs were tempting too.
光沢のある白が気に入っているよ I really like white fabrics with glossy finishes.
着飾ると少し元気になれるな Dressing up always cheers me up.
夏祭りが今から楽しみだ I can't wait to attend more summer festivals.
おっと、鼻緒が… Oh no, the strap of my geta snapped...
どこかに甘味の屋台はないか… Hopefully there's a sweets stall around here...
どうだ(主人公)似合っているか? How do I look, (Captain)?
(主人公)に合うのはどんな色だろうか… What color would look best on (Captain)...

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