Juri (SSR)/Lore

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Age	16 (as of Juri (Event) and Juri (SSR)) 16 (14 back thenWhen he got his first mission while in the Imperial Army.) (as of Juri)
Height	165 cm (as of Juri (Event)) 165 cm (155 cm back thenWhen he got his first mission while in the Imperial Army.) (as of Juri) 173 cm (as of Juri (SSR))
Race	Human
Hobbies	Training, reading (reads many stories about chivalry)
Special Talents	{{{talentsjp}}}
Likes	Imperial Army, fair and square fights, frontal breakthroughs
Dislikes	Devilish people, inhumane deeds
JuriJuri (SSR) Character Release 帝国軍に入隊したばかりの頃のユーリが、初任務の思い出と共に参戦！ ユーリが所属していたガルストン隊の帝国兵と一緒に、敵陣を駆け抜けます。 Character Release フェイトエピソードでは、シナリオイベント「軍人魂 夢追い人のキセキ」のその後が描かれます。 お笑いに没頭していて、帝国軍人時代の同期であるファラと最近あまり話をしていなかったことに気が付いたユーリは、ファラの姿が見当たらないことに不安を覚えます。 そしてユーリはファラを探しに勢いよく艇の外へと駆け出し──

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Age	16歳 (as of Juri (Event) と Juri (SSR)) 16歳（当時14歳） (as of Juri)
Height	165cm (as of Juri (Event)) 165cm（当時155 cm） (as of Juri) 173 cm (as of Juri (SSR))
Race	ヒューマン
Hobbies	訓練、読書（騎士道物語が多い）
Special Talents	{{{talentsjp}}}
Likes	帝国軍、正々堂々、正面突破
Dislikes	外道、非道
JuriJuri (SSR) Character Release 帝国軍に入隊したばかりの頃のユーリが、初任務の思い出と共に参戦！ ユーリが所属していたガルストン隊の帝国兵と一緒に、敵陣を駆け抜けます。 Character Release フェイトエピソードでは、シナリオイベント「軍人魂 夢追い人のキセキ」のその後が描かれます。 お笑いに没頭していて、帝国軍人時代の同期であるファラと最近あまり話をしていなかったことに気が付いたユーリは、ファラの姿が見当たらないことに不安を覚えます。 そしてユーリはファラを探しに勢いよく艇の外へと駆け出し──

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Events

Special Cutscenes

Spoiler AlertHappy BirthdayHappy New YearValentine's DayWhite DayTrick or TreatHappy Holidays

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1	✔	Captain, allow me to wish you a very happy birthday. My commander once told me there are two things in life that you must do with gusto: battles and parties! Make sure you put your spirit into today's celebration!
2	✔	(Captain)! Happy birthday! One must carry absolute conviction when charging into battle. The same can be said when congratulating someone. That's what my former captain taught me. I'm ready to put my life on the line to bring you, the person I respect, a victorious birthday, (Captain)!
3	✔	Happy birthday, (Captain). This is the third time I've been around for it, isn't it? The number of crew members grows each time, and you can really feel how much this crew has grown. But it won't stop there. I predict we'll keep gaining allies, and we'll surpass our imaginations. And the dream of meeting your father on Estalucia will be a dream no more. It's an honor for me to be a part of such a crew. Haha, but I'm just rambling now. I wish you the very best on this special day, (Captain).
4	✔	(Captain), happy birthday. Is there anything in particular you'd like? Whatever it is, I'll do my best to procure it for you! (Captain) points directly at Juri. Me? E-erm, well... Ahem... You want me? (Wh-what does that even mean? Maybe (Captain) wants my clothing? Calm down, Juri!) Choose: I want to continue adventuring with you. Ah! So that's what you meant... Of course! My thoughts exactly, (Captain)! I hope to be around celebrating your birthday again next year too... No, I will be here celebrating it!
5	✔	Happy birthday, (Captain). It's an honor to be here, celebrating this wonderful occasion with you. (Captain), if there's anything you want—anything at all—please let me know! If nothing comes to mind at the moment, then tell me later. It doesn't have to be today. Actually, it doesn't matter when you tell me! I always want to be of help to you, (Captain). Since I joined your crew, I've thought back many times on all that Father and Lieutenant Galston have taught me. I've learned a lot from watching you too, of course. I want to grow strong, as strong as those I respect! So I can walk this path not behind you, but alongside you. Ahaha... The lieutenant used to yell at me for getting too sentimental on important occasions. Even so, I had to let you know how I feel, (Captain). I want to keep adventuring with you for as long as I can! I know I've still got a long way to go, but I won't let you down!

Happy New Year Cutscenes
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1	✔	Happy New Year, (Captain)! Keep up the good work! My father, Lieutenant Galston, and now you. If there's anything I can do to be of use to the figures I respect, I will happily push myself to the limit!
2	✔	Happy New Year, (Captain)! Can you feel the change in the air? My body is tense with excitement. I'm going to do everything in my power to help you reach the island of the Astrals! You can count on me, (Captain)!
3	✔	Happy New Year, (Captain)! I'm so glad to witness the rising of a new sun with this crew. From the trust you've placed in me, to the promises I've made with my fellow crew members... All of it has made me a better person. I wouldn't trade it for the world. I will devote myself to the betterment of the crew! Let's have another good year, (Captain)!
4	✔	(Captain), happy New Year! Hm... Judging from your clothing, you train during New Year's too? Choose: Train with me! Of course! I'd love to! I wouldn't mind picking up a few pointers from you! Juri and (Captain) start by warming up. Phew... The New Year's breeze is so refreshing. It really heightens the resolve in me. Well, then (Captain)... Here I come! Hyaaagh!
5	✔	Haaaaah! Huff... This fortune contains our prospects for the new year. It's very important. When you draw, you've got to put your heart into it. Oh, (Captain)! Look, look! I did it! I really did it! It says I'll have amazing luck! Er... I-I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get so worked up. If I lose my composure now, who knows what'll happen later on in the year? I have to keep my wits about me! (Captain), I swear to you... I will continue to train and prove my worth to you yet! Juri Eckard, of amazing luck, at your service!

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Valentine's... chocolate? And it's for me? Thank you! Haha... I wasn't expecting this. In return, is there anything you want for White Day, (Captain)? I ask because my old military unit was all-male. I'm not really used to this sort of thing.
2	✔	You called for me, (Captain)? Is there something you require from me? Sorry, that sounded a bit too stiff... (Get a grip, Juri! Don't jump to conclusions just because today is that day!) (Ugh... I'm trying my best to act normal, but I'm just making it worse! I must look so awkward right now!) Huh? What? I-it's nothing! Did you want to go fight some monsters? Wait, is this valentine just for me? Hah hah! T-thank you very much!
3	✔	Good day, (Captain). How are you faring? Haha, why, I do believe it is Valentine's Day. Thank you kindly for this present you've given me and the thought that went into it. ... (Calm down, man, calm down! Think back to all the battlefields you've escaped from to get to this point! At least your life isn't on the line right now!) (Breathe! Keep a straight face! A military man is cool and collected in all situations! Clear the mind, clear the mind, clear—) Ahaha... Uh, it's... I just... Thank you very much, (Captain).
4	✔	Um... Is this for me? Wait, don't tell me! This is for Valentine's? It pleases me to receive these from you every year! ... ...! (Darn it! I'll never get used to this! I can't think of anything appropriate to say!) (Rgh! I might look insincere if I'm too relaxed! I must offer my thanks like any good soldier would!) (Yes, my thanks! Would that be better communicated through simple words or a clever joke?) (Ergh, just go for it, Juri! Now's the chance to show the imperial spirit burning within you!) M-my commander would always say... To return enemy assaults and presents in kind! So... Please look forward to White Day! That is all! (Commander Galston... Thank you!)
5	✔	Yes, (Captain)? You have something for me, you say? (I don't mean to be immodest, but I am certain that (Captain) will give me... Well, that.) (Everything will be fine. I made sure to sleep early last night. I am well-rested and at ease!) (Still your heart. Convey your thanks loud and clear, like the imperial soldier you are.) Smiling, (Captain) hands Juri a small object. Eh? (Captain), this book-like object must be... a book. Ah! Th-this is the book I lent you! The collection of chivalric tales! (I-I hate myself! Getting so happy over nothing! I am a disgrace to the imperial army!) N-no, I'm not panicking! It's just— Erm... I was expecting— Or rather, I wasn't expecting— No, there is no particular meaning behind my words! Juri waves his hands before his face. Slowly, (Captain) reaches into a pouch and brings out a wrapped box. Eh? That... chocolate... Me? Thank you very much!

White Day Cutscenes
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1	✔	Captain... Um, I'd like to discuss the matter of... White Day with you. I saw this in town, and I thought I'd give it to you in return for Valentine's Day. I hope you like it. Hahaha... Hey, get out of here, Farrah! Don't mock me!
2	✔	Are you busy right now, (Captain)? I just wanted to return the favor for Valentine's Day... (Ngh... Get a grip, Juri! You're supposed to be the mature one here!) (Argh! So why do I have this you-see-right-through-me smile on my face?) S-sorry about my forced smile. I'm kind of nervous because I'm not used to doing these kinds of things. Please stop laughing at me, (Captain)!
3	✔	Funny bumping into you here, (Captain). Thank you again for the present you gave me last month. This time I'd like to return the favor. What? This is going smoother than last year? Um, well, I... A-ah, I wouldn't say that. I'm still awkward as ever... Haha... B-but, ahh, I mustn't let fear get in the way of expressing my affection and gratitude. (Oh crap! That didn't come out right, did it? Argh, I can't even remember what it was I just said!) (Hey! Stop overthinking! Focus on what you came to do today!) Anyway, it's for you! Please take it, (Captain)!
4	✔	This is to repay you for Valentine's... Would that be too trite? I offer reciprocation for Valentine's! Would that be too stiff? With my utmost gratitude, I present to you— No, no, no! That's a line straight from the novel I was reading the other day! Whaddya think of this gift, bud? Uh-uh, that's way too casual! I wouldn't want to be seen as insincere! Choose: ... Aaagh! (Captain)! How long were you there? Choose: From the start. F-from the start? Oh how embarrassing... Forgive me! Erm... Anyhow... (Calm down, Juri! Think back to the lines you were just practicing!) (Not too trite, not too stiff, not too dramatic, not too casual... The perfect—) (Argh! That doesn't help at all!) (Forget it! Just focus on giving some kind of response!) Ah... Here you go!
5	✔	(Captain). I apologize for the sudden summons. I have for you a gift. It is a token of the gratitude I felt upon receiving your Valentine's chocolates. These are handmade cookies. As a soldier, I have been on cook's duty, though I admit, I have never made sweets before. I do not know if the taste will be to your liking, but I assure you I made every effort to produce these cookies. Will you do me the honor of accepting them? (I-I said it! All those hours of practice in my room paid off!) Huzzah! Ah! E-erm... Please ignore what happened just now... Haha...
Gift		Light Cookies

Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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1	✔	Trick or treat! Hahaha. I used to go around the whole neighborhood doing this when I was a kid.
2	✔	You know, when I was a child, my parents would get me to put on costumes. For some reason, my mom always tried to dress me up in girly costumes. Haha... You'd like to see me in one of those getups? No way! I'm not telling you about this just so I can dress up as a girl! Anyway, time to go shopping for clothes in town... Wait, (Captain)! Uhm, you see how well-built I am? That's right! Girly costumes would look outrageous on me! So how should I put this... Oh, you were only kidding? Ah, one of those Halloween tricks, eh? I guess that's what Halloween is all about. Haha.
3	✔	So you want to know about pranks we played in the imperial army? Hmm... A soldier's day begins at the crack of dawn, so on Halloween we'd have to get up even earlier in order to catch our victim in bed. Whoever woke up first would tiptoe into the other room where the captain was sleeping. Then they'd shout trick or treat and toss in a smoke bomb. Our missions were dangerous affairs, so this was our chance to let loose. Um, this was probably something only my unit did though.
4	✔	Okay, no traps here. Let's proceed. You may find my attitude toward our trip to the candy store a bit overdramatic, but... On Halloween you never know where a trick might be lying in wait! Snares, projectiles, falling objects, smoke bombs... We must keep every trick in the book in mind as we move... Halloween is otherwise known as the trick-and-trick war! That's what they taught us in my unit! But be at ease, (Captain). I'll make sure that you, at the very least, make it to the candy store safely!
5	✔	I can't believe it... Farrah just took all the candy for herself. Choose: Trick or treat! Gwah! Impressive, (Captain)... You struck at the most opportune moment. All right, I surrender. A good soldier knows when he's lost. Now, come at me with all the tricks you've got! Ah-ahahahaha! Tickling me is... S-stop, I-Hehehehe! It's too much... Hahaha! (Captain), you—heh—you don't hold back, do you! But, as I've already surrendered, I must accept my fate like a true member of the imperial- Ahahahaha! I-I give up!

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1	✔	Leave the decorations to me! I learned all about the logistics of cutting down and shipping trees when I was in the military!
2	✔	Ah, looks like more empty plates! I need to keep the food coming. Oh, (Captain)! Yes, I know I should be relaxing instead of running around, but... Haha, well, when I was in the military, it was my responsibility to do all the menial tasks at banquets. Not that I wanted to... Okay, I'm going to take your suggestion and rest for a change. Thank you. By the way, (Captain), can I get you any—Oops, there I go again. Haha. I don't think I'll ever be able to rid myself of my commanding officers' influences.
3	✔	Happy holidays, (Captain)! Today I'll be lending my expertise in the kitchen too. What, you didn't think I could cook? Back in the military, we each took turns preparing meals for the unit. I wouldn't say I was the best or anything, but they ate what I served at least. Out in the field, a hearty meal is imperative for maintaining morale. That was another lesson I took to heart. Hmm... Are you trying to sneak in bites before dinner? Haha, I won't stop you.
4	✔	Hrrgh! Argh! Juri lugs around a heavy box. Ngh! This sure is heavy... I could use a break. Ah, (Captain)! Happy holidays! Choose: What's up? Erm... I thought I'd get this ready for tonight's gift exchange. I have some of my favorite books in here. Mostly revolving around tales about knights... I had trouble singling it down to just one, so I brought a whole box of them. Ah, that's right! I should give you one too, (Captain)! Juri opens up the box and begins looking over its contents. I wonder which one you'd like best... This one's a classic knight-in-shining-armor-saves-the-princess story. But it's got a unique twist on things. Despite being a knight, the protagonist isn't too great with a sword. It's full of thrills, and... (Captain) simply listens with a smile.
5	✔	Rrgh. Permission to speak, (Captain). It seems our forces are at a disadvantage. We've been forced to retreat past the main snow fortress. Katalina and Farrah are fearsome warriors! However, I've managed to restock on ammunition! If we go on the offensive, we may still be able to turn the tide in our favor. Now, fill your pouch with these snowballs! Dodge through the enemy barrage, then take out the hostiles one by one! What? You didn't think I'd be so... into the snowball fight? Haha. It's an old habit from my time in the imperial army. During the holiday season, whenever snow piled up, we'd set up huge mock battles. Well then, (Captain)! Leave the vanguard to me! Charge!

Fate Episodes

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Nonstop Punch Lines

Juri becomes the crew's comedy consultant for the second Grandcypher Stand-Up Contest, doing his best to share his expertise. Once his duties come to a close, he looks for Farrah so he can pass on a message from Katalina, but can't find her among the crowd. As he searches, he realizes he hasn't spoken with her lately.

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Some time ago, Fediel of the Six Dragons established the first Grandcypher Stand-Up Contest.

Now a second one is being held. News of the legendary contest's return travels fast.

Juri: (How did things come to this?)

Eugen: To help prepare you guys for the contest, I brought along a special expert in the subject!

Juri: H-hello. Juri Eckard, reporting for duty. I'll be serving as your comedy consultant for the time being...

Juri: (That's not a sentence I ever thought I'd be saying in my life!)

Eugen: It's not every day we're lucky enough to have a pro comedian on the ship! Any advice you've got for us'd be much appreciated!

Juri: W-wait a moment. You told me all I had to do was observe!

Juri: I am no professional either! I only performed once onstage!

Orchid: But you left everyone in the audience smiling... Your skills are real.

Apollonia: I realize we're asking much of you, but we could honestly use the help. As frustrating as it is to admit, we know next to nothing about humor.

Juri: Urk...

Juri: (These two used to be central figures of the Erste Empire... To think I'd be asked to teach them comedy.)

Juri: (But Erste could use more smiles and laughter right now, couldn't it? Especially after everything everyone went through.)

Juri: Understood. As a former imperial soldier—no, as someone who spent some time studying comedy, it would be only right of me to share my knowledge.

Juri: I only hope that my limited expertise can be of use...

Recalling his time participating in the King of Manzai Awards as part of the comedic duo Fiery Soul, Juri offers what advice he can.

Despite his own reservations, his expertise proves to be extremely helpful.

Juri: Next, I'd like to discuss a unique strength the two of you possess.

Orchid: Unique strength?

Juri: Indeed. That is...

Juri: As Lauphit would put it...

Juri: You're both so serious it's funny!

Apollonia: So serious it's... Is that even possible?

Juri: According to Lauphit, the more serious one is, the funnier the joke lands once the punch line hits!

Juri: If you can manage the whole routine without cracking a single smile, which I know you can do, then you'll have the audience in tears.

Apollonia: Following that logic, purposefully trying to entertain would produce the opposite effect, then?

Juri: It's not that you're incapable of attempting that angle. I'd just advise utilizing your strong suits to your advantage first.

Apollonia: You do bring up a good point... Comedy is more complex than I originally thought.

Juri: Yes, that's exactly the serious energy we're looking for! Keep going!

Juri & Eugen: Thank you for coming!

Apollonia: I'd heard the old man was helping as their manager, but I never expected him to join the practice routine too.

Orchid: They even drew a crowd... Everyone's smiling.

Apollonia: I'm inclined to attribute that to Juri. It's no wonder he made a name for himself as a comedian in Namvia.

Juri: (If I can put Erste's good name on the map, then I shall do it, even as a comedian!)

Juri: Though I hope everyone remembers that's not my main profession!

Juri: Ahem. M-my apologies for the outburst. If there's nothing else, I'll be taking my leave.

Juri: I should probably check in on Farrah now that I have a moment...

Eugen: Got something else to do? Sorry to make you stick with us for so long.

Juri: Oh, it's quite all right. I have a message to pass on from Katalina, but she said it wasn't urgent...

Juri casts his gaze over the crowd on the deck, but doesn't spot the face he's searching for.

Juri: (She's not one to miss out when a crowd gathers...)

Juri: She's not here either... Where could she have gone?

Juri: Shopping, maybe? But what would she be shopping for?

Juri: ...

Juri: I have no idea...

Juri: (Now that I think about it, I haven't spoken with her lately...)

Juri: Farrah? Hello?

What started as a day full of laughter takes a turn as Juri frantically searches for his missing friend.

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Shoulder to Shoulder

Farrah is nowhere to be found on the ship. After hearing from Lyria and Vyrn that Farrah left the ship earlier, Juri comes to the conclusion that, based on her strange behavior in recent days, she must be struggling with a serious issue. He departs the ship in search of her, heading to Fehrtyl Island, where he's told she went to forage for food.

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Juri: (She's not here...)

Juri: (Not here either...)

Juri: She's nowhere to be found!

Juri: Wh-where could she have disappeared to?

Juri: (Think, Juri, think...)

Juri: (Farrah hasn't been herself lately...)

Juri: (Maybe she was in lower spirits than I realized.)

Juri: (I kept asking her if everything was okay, and she said yes. She's not one to hide things, so I took her word for it...)

Juri: (What if she was worried about something... that she couldn't talk to me about?)

Juri: (She could be in real trouble right now, without anyone to turn to!)

Juri: If only I noticed sooner! I was so comedy-obsessed that I was blind to everything else!

Juri: I'm sorry for being a good-for-nothing laughingstock, Farrah!

Vyrn: You, uh... You're apologizing to the wall, y'know.

Lyria: If you're looking for Farrah, she's not on the ship right now. She'll be out for a little while.

Juri: She left the ship?

Juri: B-but why? Is she that determined to keep the matter to herself?

Lyria: U-um...

Juri: Wait for me, Farrah! I'm coming to save you!

Vyrn: H-hold it, Juri!

Far-Off Juri: Fear not for my safety! I swear I'll bring Farrah home!

Vyrn: Er, it's not that. I just wanted to make sure you knew where she went...

Far-Off Juri: ...!

Juri: Could... you please tell me her location?

Vyrn: Sure... She said she's headed for Fehrtyl Island, right, Lyria?

Lyria: Yeah! To forage for ingredients.

Juri: Fehrtyl Island? Understood! Thank you for the assistance!

Vyrn: Stop trying to run off! Were you listening? She's just going foraging! What're you so worried for?

Vyrn: Do you need her for something right now?

Juri: No! Katalina said her message wasn't urgent whatsoever!

Vyrn: Then can't you wait for her on the ship? We're gonna be docked at this port for a bit.

Juri: I cannot! I must search for her immediately!

Juri: The more I think about it, the more I realize how strange she's been acting lately... Something must be troubling her!

Juri: I can't believe I only realized this now! I'm a failure of a friend!

Juri: Ahhh!

Vyrn: And there he goes...

Taking advantage of the docked Grandcypher, Juri immediately departs the ship.

He finds a smaller ship to take him directly to Fehrtyl Island, where Farrah is said to have gone.

Juri: (The evening breeze feels nice... I can think a little clearer now.)

Juri: (In hindsight, I probably don't need to be chasing after her.)

Juri: (If she was truly in trouble, she could have asked (Captain) or Katalina for help.)

Juri: But... what if it's a matter she couldn't speak to them about either?

Juri: It falls to me to support her through her crisis! As her comrade in arms, I must!

Though the evening breeze momentarily cooled him off, Juri is once again fired up to aid Farrah.

Shoulder to Shoulder: Scene 2

Arriving at a village on Fehrtyl Island, Juri learns from the locals that Farrah came through earlier. She helped the locals with their animal problem and then left on a soul-searching journey. Juri, now more concerned than before, departs for Namvia, Farrah's new location.

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Fehrtyl Island is known far and wide as being blessed with nature's bounty.

However, even a bountiful island still has its offseason.

Juri: (It's freezing!)

Juri: (I let the blood rush to my head and completely forgot that ascending a mountain during winter is a matter of life and death!)

Juri: (No sane person would be foraging for food in these conditions! Has Farrah lost her mind?)

Juri: Farrah, where are you?

Juri: ...

Juri turns his head every which way, listening for an answer, but only silence greets him.

Juri: No... I won't give up!

Juri: Where are you?

Juri: Farrah!

Past the trees, a distant rumbling reaches his ears.

Juri: What... was that?

The sound grows louder, until the very earth beneath Juri's feet begins to shake.

Juri: Don't tell me... Is this an avalanche?

Juri: Ahhhh!

Juri: Wheeze... That was... too close...

Barely escaping the kiss of death, Juri manages to arrive at the local village. A curious scent wafts through the street, catching his attention.

Juri: Is that hot pot? It smells good...

Village Woman: Now here's a face I haven't seen before. Curious time to swing by, traveler.

Juri: Good day, ma'am! My name is Juri Eckard, and I—

Village Woman: Oh, you're absolutely covered in snow! Have some hot food and warm yourself up!

Juri: P-pardon, but I wouldn't want to impose...

Village Woman: Don't you worry about that. Come on, before you catch a cold!

The woman leads Juri to a large gathering in the village center, where hot food is being distributed to all who approach.

Village Woman: There's enough to go around, so eat up! The soup's packed full of nutritious ingredients.

Juri: A-all right... Thank you.

As Juri takes a sip of the steaming soup, warmth spreads through his body.

Juri: This is delicious!

Village Woman: Glad to hear it. Feel free to have as much as you like.

Juri: Much appreciated. Did you make this? Curiously enough, the flavor is familiar to me.

Village Woman: No, no, a passing traveler cooked it up for us. Right, dear?

Village Man: Yep. Our food stores were running low, you see. Too dangerous to forage and hunt out there, since a lot of animals didn't manage to hibernate this year.

Village Man: Lucky for us, that traveler stopped by. As soon as she heard what was going on, she went and gave all the predators a pounding.

Juri: All by herself? What impressive strength!

Village Woman: When she returned, she even whipped up this soup for us...

Village Man: But for all her strength, the girl was a bit of a mess.

Village Woman: The contrast was adorable.

Village Woman: She came to forage in the mountains, but forgot it's the wrong time of year...

Village Woman: Let out the most amusing screech when she realized.

Juri: Mngh!

Village Woman: You all right? You'll choke if you eat too fast.

Juri: B-beg your pardon, but I think the traveler you ran into is the person I'm searching for. Do you know where she went?

Village Woman: She hopped aboard a messenger ship after she made the soup this morning.

Juri: Oh, thank goodness... She must be headed back home to our crew.

Village Man: I don't think so. That airship flew the opposite way she came in. Toward Namvia, if I heard right.

Juri: Namvia? But if she came here to forage, why would she head there instead?

Village Woman: Now that you mention it... She only made off with a few mountain herbs. Didn't seem like she was prepped to make a shopping trip.

Juri: How strange. I wonder what her actual goal could be.

As Juri ponders, a small figure runs up.

Village Boy: She said she was gonna go on a "soul-searching journey"!

Juri: She what?

Juri: (Farrah is always so laid-back and carefree! I've never seen her be introspective before!)

Juri: Something isn't right here.

Village Woman: Is... something the matter with her?

Juri: Perhaps. Thank you for treating me to the soup. I must chase after my friend, so if you'll excuse me.

Watching Juri dash into the distance, the villagers whisper to one another.

Village Woman: Isn't it normal for a girl her age to do a little wandering, though?

Village Man: I'd say so, yeah. The boy's being a little too overprotective.

Shoulder to Shoulder: Scene 3

Now on Namvia, Juri runs into Lauphit, the man he formed the comedy duo Fiery Soul with. According to him, Farrah spent a day working as a performer's assistant before leaving. He then encourages Juri to chase after her, telling him that she set off for Auguste.

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Juri arrives in Namvia, a town in West Varia.

Though he is focused on finding Farrah, his presence inevitably draws the attention of Namvia's comedy-loving citizens.

Jolly Townsman: Hey! It's the other half of Fiery Soul!

Comedy Lover: Hoowee! You would've won the 23rd King of Manzai Awards if the whole thing hadn't been rigged!

Jolly Townsman: Where'd you go after the award ceremony, huh?

Juri: U-um, I'm sorry, but I'm really only here to search for my friend...

Comedy Lover: Hardy-har, already cracking jokes! Come on, we gotta give you a king's welcome! Up you go!

Jolly Townsman: Up you go! Wahoo!

Juri: W-wait, I didn't consent to this...

Ignoring Juri's protests, the enthusiastic townspeople lift him up into the air.

Juri: Please put me down!

Townspeople: Wahoo! Wahoo!

Comedy Lover: Can't wait to see what you've got up your sleeves today!

Jolly Townsman: Make sure you get along with your partner, you hear?

Juri: Uhhh... Where am I?

Set down in an unknown location, Juri takes in his surroundings.

Lauphit: Juri?

Juri: Lauphit?

Lauphit: Gosh darn, it really is you! Shouldn't you be at the end of the skies with your crew?

Lauphit: My humble little dressing room is the last place I expected to run into you!

Juri: Well, you see...

The time Juri and Lauphit spent as a comedy duo was brief, but it helped them form a bond of lasting friendship.

Knowing that Lauphit is someone he can trust, Juri shares the details of Farrah's strange behavior and her eventual disappearance.

Juri: And that's all I've got so far. Do you have any idea where she might be, since she supposedly headed for Namvia?

Lauphit: Er... So the thing is... Farrah was here... at least until this morning.

Juri: Until this morning? Does that mean...

Lauphit: Yeah, she's...

Juri: Not...

Lauphit: Not here anymore, nope.

Juri: I... see...

Lauphit: She was running around, asking about what being a performer's assistant was like.

Lauphit: So someone let her do a trial run for a day.

Lauphit: But her performer got assaulted by some good-for-nothings...

Juri: What? Did she get hurt?

Lauphit: Her? Nah, she gave them a pounding.

Juri: Oh...

Lauphit: Performer was so impressed that they offered her a job as a bodyguard.

Lauphit: She said she'd think about it, then headed off for another island.

Juri: I didn't see this coming... Do you know where she went?

Lauphit: Auguste, I think? Heard her say something about wantin' to try out some other jobs.

Juri: Auguste? What in the skies is she trying to accomplish...

Juri: She's always scolding me for being rash and never thinking ahead, but then she goes and does this!

Juri: How could she leave without a word, and for so many days too!

Juri: Why do I even bother? I should just quit my search here and go home!

Lauphit: Hahaha! You're a riot, Juri. No one asked you to chase her down in the first place, right?

Juri: Excuse me? As her friend and comrade, I have a duty—

Lauphit: Yeah, uh-huh. Picture for a second any of your other friends heading out on a soul-searching journey.

Juri: My other friends?

Juri: Hmm...

Lauphit: And? No compulsive urge to run after them, right?

Juri: Honestly? Not at all...

Juri: I care for them, of course, but they're free to spend their time off however they want.

Lauphit: Then why are you so set on following after Farrah?

Juri: Ngh...

Juri: ...

Juri: I don't know!

Lauphit: No idea, huh? Maybe I can help you figure it out.

Juri: You can?

Lauphit: Sure, I can. We're not dealing with the end of the world here. Even a performer like me can handle this much.

Juri: You don't know that for sure. What if this ends up causing an inter-skydom incident—

Lauphit: Sheesh, Juri! You're jumping the gun here!

Lauphit: Got me putting on a comedy sketch without me trying...

Juri: We did practice a lot together...

Lauphit: Guess we did. You and Farrah have practiced a lot too, right?

Juri: You mean as sparring partners?

Lauphit: Sure, with sparring too, but I'm talking about being partners as a whole.

Lauphit: You guys as a combo could give Fiery Soul a run for its money.

Lauphit: So you should know better than anyone that sometimes you gotta expand your horizons to stand side-by-side with your partner.

Juri: As equals...

Lauphit: Especially if your partner's expanding his own horizons.

Lauphit: Anyhow, come over here, Juri.

Juri: What is it?

Lauphit: Turn left and go through the red door at the end of the passage. It'll take you to an unused exit.

Lauphit: You'll be able to escape without drawing attention from your fans.

Juri: You make it sound like I'm a wanted man.

Lauphit: Because you are. You really think they'll let you leave without performing?

Lauphit: Everyone's starving for some quality entertainment, what with the rigged contest and the second-place group breaking up.

Juri: Maybe I should take the stage at least once before leaving...

Lauphit: Don't be daft! You need to find your friend as fast as you can!

Lauphit: For as much as you get along, one misunderstanding is all it takes to kiss 'em goodbye.

Lauphit: Remember the frantic energy you had when you got here? Channel that.

Lauphit: Otherwise you're in for a bad time.

Juri: Lauphit...

Lauphit: I'm being serious for once, got it? Trust me. I know what it's like to lose your partner.

Juri: You, serious? I guess this is no laughing matter after all.

Lauphit: Haha, been keeping your skills sharp, have ya?

Juri: As if I would forget what a pro taught me in the first place!

Juri: Thanks, Lauphit. I owe you one.

Lauphit: Hey, now. None of that. We're friends, right?

Lauphit: But there is one thing you could do for me...

Lauphit: Come back once everything's sorted, and let's put on another show together.

Juri: Of course! You keep thinking up new jokes!

Juri sets off for Auguste, leaving one partner in search of another.

If all goes well, his journey will finally reach its conclusion.

Shoulder to Shoulder: Scene 4

Juri finds Farrah on Auguste and immediately scolds her, letting her know how worried he's been. Farrah opens up about how she felt pressured to find something for herself after Juri became a successful comedian, but that she hasn't found success. Juri reassures her that no matter how much the two of them change, they'll always be equals, and the two come away from the experience with their bond strengthened.

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Juri sets foot in Mizarea, capital of Auguste and home to both the sea and its delicious bounty.

Juri: (This is where I left the empire's army and reunited with Farrah...)

Juri: (Sir Pommern, Poseidon, Commander Galston... The place sure brings back memories.)

Cheerful Voice: Fish soup! Get yer fish soup here! Everyone's welcome to get a taste!

Juri: (They sound like they're having fun in the fishing harbor.)

Despite the market being closed at this hour, the fishing harbor is bustling with activity.

Fishmonger: Soup's chock full of good fish, so get some while supplies last! We're not charging a single rupie for it!

Lively Fisherman: You're giving it out for free? Seriously?

Fishmonger: I sure am! Hey, you there! Don't be shy! Come have a bowl!

Juri: Th-thank you very much!

Juri: (This would explain the crowd. But why is she giving her stock out for free?)

Blowing on the hot liquid, Juri takes a sip. His eyes grow wide in surprise as a familiar flavor dances across his tongue.

Juri: This is Farrah's fish soup, isn't it?

Fishmonger: What? You know the lass?

Juri: Y-yeah... Do you know where she is right now? Please, I have to find her!

With the sun setting on the horizon, Juri dashes as fast as he can across the beach.

Juri: (She's out helping a fisherman...)

Juri: (On a journey to catch the fabled God Albacore at that!)

The moment the fish monger revealed that Farrah should still be nearby, Juri had set off in a rush.

Juri: (Where is she... Oh.)

Juri: This is where I first met Farrah after leaving the army...

Juri: Farrah! It's me—Juri! We joined up at the same time, remember?

Farrah: Juri! Oh wow, yeah! It's been a while, huh?

Juri: Farrah... Where did you go?

Farrah: Huh? Juri?

Juri: What?

Farrah: What?

Both: ...

Farrah: What're you doing here?

Juri: That's what I want to ask you!

Juri: You didn't even tell (Captain) where you were going!

Juri: What's all this running around for anyway? Do you want to be a performer's assistant or a fisherman? You better have a good reason!

Juri: At the very least... You could've let me know you were leaving...

Farrah: Juri...

Farrah: You're still the same old you, huh?

Juri: What...

Farrah: You've got it together like you always do, but I'm... I'm a mess.

Juri: Hold on. That's not... I wasn't trying to imply that.

Farrah: I know you weren't, it's just... I guess I was feeling the pressure.

Juri: You were feeling pressured? Why?

Farrah: Hmm... Wanna go for a walk?

Juri: I don't mind, but...

Farrah: Then let's go!

Farrah: Phew, the breeze sure feels nice.

Farrah: You quit the army here on Auguste, didn't you?

Juri: Yes... Looking back on it now, I was acting pretty pathetically at the time.

Farrah: Uh-huh? I mean, I guess you do have a pathetic side. You just don't always show it.

Juri: If it's a fight you're looking for, then I'd be happy to oblige.

Farrah: Be my guest! Er... Wait, I better finish explaining first. So, you know how you quit the army and joined the crew after I did?

Farrah: Since I was one step ahead, I felt like I should look after you, even if you could be a pain in the butt.

Juri: Did you really have to add in that last part?

Farrah: So when you went from just an ordinary ex-imperial soldier to part of Fiery Soul...

Farrah: Of course I was proud of you and I wanted you to do good. I still do.

Farrah: But that's why I felt like I had to make something of myself too.

Farrah: I can't stay an ordinary ex-imperial soldier forever either.

Farrah: Anyway, that's how I ended up going all over the place. I figured I could find a job that I'm suited for if I looked hard enough.

Farrah: Sorry about worrying you this whole time! We can head home to the ship—

Lauphit: Sure, with sparring too, but I'm talking about being partners as a whole.

Lauphit: You guys as a combo could give Fiery Soul a run for its money.

Lauphit: So you should know better than anyone that sometimes you gotta expand your horizons to stand side-by-side with your partner.

Juri: I get it now...

Juri: You were trying to catch up to me.

Farrah: I... What?

Farrah: How dare you imply that I look up to anyone but Katalina!

Juri: Ngh... Maybe I could've phrased it better, but I speak the truth, and you know it!

Farrah: Nuh-uh! You're being delusional! Do I have to beat some sense into you?

Juri: Ow, ow! Stop kicking me! You...

Juri: Pfft, haha.

Farrah: What're you laughing at?

Juri: Listen, Farrah. You're free to think what you want, but I...

Juri: I still think of us as Juri and Farrah of the Grandcypher, partners through and through.

Farrah: Wha?

Juri: Why do you look upset? It's not like we need to slap on "ex-imperial soldiers" in front of our names anymore.

Juri: The empire is long gone.

Farrah: ...

Juri: Things change, and so do we. Sometimes, one of us will get ahead of the other, but we'll always end up—

A loud splash interrupts Juri, followed by a dark shadow drawing near.

Farrah: ...!

Juri: ...!

Without communicating in any shape or form, Juri and Farrah flawlessly defeat the monster in unison.

Juri: Nice block.

Farrah: Nice counterattack. Now what were you saying?

Juri: I just wanted you to know that we're still equals. Team Juri and Farrah all the way, even without fancy titles.

Farrah: ...

Farrah: I didn't expect that, honestly.

Juri: Expect what?

Farrah: That you wanted to pair up so badly with me.

Juri: Excuse me! That's not the point of what I said!

Farrah: Well, since you went out of your way to say all that, I guess I don't mind staying as your partner!

Juri: Why, you...

Farrah: But no promises that I won't leave you in the dust! You better work hard so that we can stay as Team Farrah and Juri!

Juri: Huh? Wait, where are you going?

Farrah: Wherever I want to!

Juri: What? Also, did you just change it so your name's in front?

Farrah: I joined the crew first! It's only right!

Juri: Okay, you have a point there, but still!

Farrah: I guess I don't need to worry too much about you falling behind though.

Farrah: You chased me all the way here, after all!

Juri: Because my father taught me to look after my comrades! Are you listening to me? Farrah!

The two bicker as they run along the beach, with the sunset casting an orange glow over their forms.

They continue on without a care in the world.

Just like that, another day in their lives comes to an end, just as important yet mundane as any other.

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Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription.	EnglishThis is an official translation.
何にでもなれるのだと気付いたのです	I realize I can become whatever I want, as long as I put my mind to it.
なんでやねん! ...すみません、 つい...	Why in the skies! Er, sorry, that just slipped out...
ラフィットの手紙の返事はどうしようか...	How should I answer Lauphit's letter...
進みましょうどこまでも、どこへでも!	Let's push forward, as far as we can go!
父と隊長の教えは今も常に胸にあります	I keep the teachings of my father and the commander close to my heart.
もう向こう見ずなだけではありませんよ	No more acting recklessly.
いえ、今のはボケではなくてですね...	No, I wasn't trying to be funny just now...
貴方の旅に加われて、よかった	I'm glad to be a part of your journey.
帝国はもうありませんが自分はここにいます	The empire may be gone, but I'm still here.
ファラのやつ、また無茶をしないといいが	I hope Farrah's not making a mess again.