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Official Profile
| Age | 25 |
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| Height | 155 cm |
| Race | Draph |
| Hobbies | Collecting beautiful stuff |
| Likes | Eating, drinking sake, a peaceful life, gazing at her treasures |
| Dislikes | Anyone who steals her treasure, anyone who stirs up her wrath |
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| Age | 25歳 |
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| Height | 155cm |
| Race | ドラフ |
| Hobbies | 美しいものを集めること |
| Likes | 食事、お酒、穏やかな生活、宝物を眺めること |
| Dislikes | 自分の宝ものを奪うもの、逆鱗を触られること |
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Background
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Trivia
- Payila's charge attack animation is a reference to Orochi Shermie's Climax Super Special Move Raijin no Sabaki from The King of Fighters XV. This follows the recurring theme of Zodiac characters using special moves from SNK fighting game characters.
Special Cutscenes
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| Happy Birthday Cutscenes | ||||
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Ah, well if it isn't the captain of the hour. I've been looking all over for you. |
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Happy birthday, (Captain). |
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| 3 | ✔ |
Hehe, what a pleasant wind. Today is a beautiful day. |
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| Happy New Year Cutscenes | ||||
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Impeccable timing, (Captain). I was in need of a drinking partner. |
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(Captain), I muse whether leaving my temple to journey with you has added new color to the tapestry of my existence. |
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| 3 | ✔ |
Pounding mochi? No thanks. |
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| Valentine's Day Cutscenes | ||||
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Here. Take your Valentine's Day gift, (Captain). |
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(Captain). Do you recall the promise I made you last year? |
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| 3 | ✔ |
Hmm... Ah, yes. It's Valentine's Day. Just... wait a moment. |
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| Gift |  3rd year:  |
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A return gift for Valentine's Day? Ah, that's right. Today's White Day. |
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The fact that it is White Day does not necessitate you give me a return gift. |
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You are my first visitor today... Does that mean you consider me your treasure, as I do you? |
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(Captain)? Is that you? Fancy running into you here. |
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Pant... Pant... Wait, (Captain). I must rest... |
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What is it, (Captain)? You act as if you've seen a ghost. |
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Yawn... |
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Fate Episodes
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Guardian of the East-Southeast
After completing a delivery to the Dragon Temple, the crew browse a stall of glassware where they meet a woman named Payila, one of the Twelve Generals. She takes a shine to the crew members' selflessness and decrees they'll stay forever at the Dragon Temple as her treasure. With Payila refusing to take no for an answer, (Captain) does the next best thing and invites her to travel with the crew, to which she eventually accepts.
With the advent of a brand-new year on the horizon, skydwellers all across the world will flock to one of twelve divine temples.
This year's lucky direction points to the Dragon Temple of the East-Southeast, where preparations are underway to accommodate the throng of visitors coming to pray for good health and good fortune.
For that reason, the crew has arrived at the Dragon Temple to drop off a shipment of ceremonial sake.
Temple Acolyte: I've finished checking off the manifest. Thank you for the speedy delivery.
Vyrn: No prob. You guys throwin' a huge party? I feel like that was the biggest load of drinks we've ever hauled.
Temple Acolyte: Haha, yes, it is quite a lot. But even this quantity of barrels won't last long.
Temple Acolyte: To say that Payila, Keeper of the Dragon Temple, enjoys her drink is a colossal understatement.
Temple Acolyte: And that's on top of ensuring visitors receive their fair share of the divine wine...
Lyria: Gosh... No wonder the temple ordered so much.
Vyrn: Yeesh, judging by this crowd, that's a lot of whistles to wet...
People pack the temple grounds, jostling with each other to inch forward. Polite smiles are pasted on their faces, but for how long?
Lyria: It's so busy...
Temple Acolyte: The Dragon Temple confers numerous boons, such as warding off evil, improving one's general and financial fortunes, and providing inspiration for self-improvement.
Temple Acolyte: It's easy to see why we're getting a heavy influx of visitors at this time of year.
Temple Acolyte: Speaking of visitors, if your crew has some time to offer up a prayer, it would make Payila's day.
Lyria: Of course! We'd be delighted to!
Vyrn: Cool. What say we get out of this busy bee's hair?
(Captain) agrees and bows goodbye to the acolyte. The crew then begins the long walk to the worship hall.
As they weave their way through the crowd, a stall along the temple's main path catches their eyes.
Lyria: Oooh! Look at this beautiful glasswork!
Vyrn: Seriously. And it's not just this stall either. This whole row's like an artisan's alley, what with all the crafts and stuff for sale.
Lyria: Now that you mention it, I haven't seen that many food stalls...
Stall Keeper: Yeah, it's kind of the Dragon Temple's "thing."
Vyrn: What do you mean?
Stall Keeper: See, the Dragon Temple's keeper, Payila? She's got a soft spot for treasure—you know, jewels, antiques, and whatnot.
Stall Keeper: As long as you've got wares that meet her high standards, she'll award you with her official seal of approval.
Stall Keeper: Needless to say that attracted us vendors like ants to a picnic.
Vyrn: Gotcha, gotcha. I mean, who's got time to eat when there's profit to be had...
While Vyrn and Lyria chat up the vendor, (Captain) picks up a glass trinket.
Something about the shiny bauble mesmerizes the captain.
Stall Keeper: You've got a discerning eye there. Wanna give it a nice home? I'll give you a discount.
Choose: Sold!
Stall Keeper: You won't regret it.
Woman: Apologies for not arriving sooner. So about that item you—
Woman: Oh, am I interrupting? Sorry—
The woman trails off, her eyes transfixed on the glass trinket in (Captain)'s hand.
Woman: You there. I hate to intrude, but would you mind if I took a closer look at that item you're holding?
(Captain) shakes their head and hands over the latest purchase.
Woman: Now this is a special piece indeed. It perfectly captures the crafter's desire to bring their vision to life.
Woman: This must be the item she said she saw. This will certainly make a wonderful addition to my treasure collection.
Woman: Fantastic. This is my treasure now.
Woman: I promise it will be in safe hands with me. As compensation, I will gladly pay for any other item of equivalent value that you desire.
Vyrn: Uh... Wait... Don't we at least get a say in this?
Woman: I am a connoisseur of all things beautiful, be they living or inanimate.
Woman: As such, it stands to reason that whatsoever is beautiful inevitably becomes my want. And I always get what I want.
(Captain), recognizing the futility in arguing with the woman, reluctantly relinquishes the glassware.
Vyrn: C'mon, (Captain), you found it first. Are you sure you wanna give it up?
Choose: This lady isn't messing around.
Woman: Oho? And here I thought you were yet another uninitiated shopper.
Woman: "The eyes are the windows to the soul. They cannot conceal what wickedness lies within."
Woman: "The more one gives, the more one receives." That's a virtue you seem able to grasp.
The woman regards (Captain) with a look of curiosity.
Woman: Congratulations. Consider my interest piqued. You've earned a spot next to me on my shopping trip.
Woman: My debt for this glassware remains unpaid, after all.
Lyria: Oh, um, actually... We were on our way to pay our respects to the temple...
Woman: Ah, then I'll show you around. No one knows my backyard better than me.
Stall Keeper: Check out my stall again real soon. I'll have new goodies on display.
Woman: Good. I have high expectations.
Without waiting for the crew's acknowledgement, the woman walks off. After a brief moment of hesitation, (Captain) and the others scramble to catch up to the stranger.
Woman: Huff... Puff...
Lyria: A-are you okay?
Vyrn: Yeah, how are you so out of breath already? We've been walking for only a few minutes.
Woman: To tell you... the truth... I hardly ever go outside... So don't blame me...
Vyrn: But it's not like we're hikin' up a mountain or anything.
Lyria: Don't worry. We're almost at the worship hall. It's just a little farther ahead.
Woman: I know...
The woman musters a feeble nod. No one seems to have noticed some men sneaking up behind them.
Suddenly the men spring forward and snatch the bags belonging to the woman and the crew.
Vyrn: Hey!
Woman: How dare you!
The victim lunges desperately at the thieves to reclaim her stolen belongings, but one of the men shoves her back violently.
Woman: ...!
Choose: Watch out!
(Captain) immediately steps in and catches the woman, hoping to stop her from falling.
However, her momentum carries them both to the ground.
Lyria: Oh no! Are you two all right!
Woman: Yes, I'm fine. Where are the thieves?
Lyria: I'm sorry. They slipped into the crowd and got away...
Vyrn: Gah! I just realized (Captain)'s wallet and Pops's letter were in that bag...
Woman: They're as good as dead.
The woman mumbles this threat as she tilts her head toward the sky. Dark clouds immediately form overhead and blot out the sun.
Lyria: Huh? It was nice and sunny just a moment ago...
Vyrn: A freak storm from outta nowhere or something?
Woman: "Heaven's reach is limited, but its retribution is not." The cost for stealing my treasure will be paid with your blood.
A blinding flash. A thunderous roar. In an instant, a heavy downpour drenches the temple grounds.
The Perps: Aaargh!
Lyria: Eeep! That lightning strike landed awfully close...
Vyrn: Did anybody else hear screaming, or was it just me?
Woman: Fear not. Retribution has been rendered unto the villains who stole from us.
Vyrn: Um...
Woman: My familiars will clean up the mess and return your personal effects safely.
Woman: Let us be off.
Vyrn: Wait, where are we goin'? Just who are you, lady?
Payila: Ah, right. I haven't introduced myself yet. I'm Payila, keeper of this temple.
All jaws drop when the mysterious woman reveals her identity.
Payila pays no heed to the crew's stunned reaction and continues walking on.
(Captain) and the others are led into the worship hall's inner sanctum by Payila.
Temple Acolytes: Welcome back, Payila.
In a day full of surprises, the crew is presented with yet another startling scene.
Vyrn & Lyria: Whoa!
Payila: Inside voices, please. Did I miss something?
Lyria: S-sorry. It's just that everyone looks exactly the same...
Vyrn: Wait a second! They look like the first lady we talked to when we first got here!
Payila: You've spoken to one of my familiars already? Then that must make you the skyfaring crew I was informed about...
Payila: In any case, these are my shikigami whom I've brought into this world, so I'm responsible for them sharing the same face.
Vyrn: What do you mean, "brought into this world"?
(Captain) and the others eye the shikigami with wonder.
Payila: Familiars, you are dismissed for the time being. I've spent too much energy today.
Temple Acolyte: Understood.
The shikigami humbly bow and then vanish into the ether.
Lyria: Th-they just disappeared! I guess they really are shikigami...
Payila: Whew... What was your name again? (Captain), yes?
(Captain) promptly nods, like a prisoner under interrogation.
Payila: I believe my thanks are in order. I appreciate your help during that unpleasant incident.
Payila: However, why did you catch me instead of those criminals?
Payila: My shikigami have done their research. Considering your exploits, stopping them should have been child's play.
Payila: Yet you let them escape with your bag, which housed your precious treasures no less.
Payila: Shouldn't recovering those items have been your top focus?
Choose: People are more important than things.
Lyria: That's right. It was much better to make sure you didn't get hurt.
Lyria: Besides, helping people who are in trouble is just common sense, you know?
(Captain) nods in agreement.
Payila: Hm... As was once said, "Truthful words are not beautiful; beautiful words are not truthful." And yet...
Payila: Your eyes tell me that you're being genuine.
Lyria: ...?
Payila's cryptic words have the crew members scratching their heads.
Payila: Hehe... Ahahaha! Imagine wanting to help others without ulterior motives!
Payila: You people are a riot!
Vyrn: Huh? Hold it! Are you makin' fun of us?
Payila: Far from it. I'm offering praise. It's hard to find such pure, bright souls that haven't grown jaded by this point in life.
Payila: Haha, you've all been well worth the entertainment. There has to be something I can give in return.
Lyria: You really don't have to...
Payila: I insist, lest I suffer a grave injury to my magnanimity. You've earned your reward.
Payila: Go on, ask and you shall receive.
Choose: Please bless our journey with good luck.
Payila: That's all? Wouldn't you rather have a piece of my treasure collection instead? This could be your only chance.
However, the captain stands firm.
Vyrn: Yep, we're only interested in doin' what's right.
Lyria: Uh-huh! A blessing is perfectly good for us!
Choose: What can you do for us?
Payila: Examples, huh... I can affect the weather, for one. Rain, snow—praying for them is easy.
Payila: I can improve your luck and make your wallet grow fat. Or even inspire you to discover a new talent.
Payila: And then there's my treasure collection. I wouldn't mind making an exception to part ways with some of it.
Lyria: I see! Then we'd like to receive a blessing to ward off bad luck please!
Payila: How disappointingly frugal. Showing me a fun time deserves a grander reward than that.
Vyrn: Nah, we're good with keepin' it simple. We're only interested in doin' what's right.
Lyria: Uh-huh! A blessing is perfectly good for us!
Continue 1Payila: "Observe their actions, examine their motives, determine what brings them gratification, and no longer can they hide."
Lyria: Erm...
Payila: How does one behave? What are their motivations? What contents them?
Payila: Answering those three questions is the key to understanding someone's character, which should never be kept repressed.
Payila: Hahaha, excellent. This couldn't have gone more perfectly for me.
Payila: I've found principled hearts that will feel right at home in my trove!
Payila: My mind is made up. (Captain), you and your crew shall join my treasure collection.
Payila: Welcome to your new forever-home.
Vyrn: Wha! You can't just decide that!
Payila: I treat all of my treasures with love and care. You would want for nothing. What could be better?
Choose: We can't go along with that!
Lyria: That's right! We still have things that we need to accomplish.
Vyrn: Exactly! So hangin' out here until we kick the bucket ain't gonna happen.
Payila: I thought I made myself clear. I am a connoisseur of all things beautiful, be they living or inanimate.
Payila: Whatsoever is beautiful inevitably becomes my want. And I always get what I want.
A blast of wind suddenly sweeps into the sanctum, engulfing the hapless skydwellers.
Vyrn: Hey, what's the big idea!
Payila: Witness the power of the Dragon Temple's keeper.
Payila: I am able to freely control the weather around me.
Vyrn: So that lightning back there was you...
Payila: Of course. How else was I supposed to mete out justice?
Vyrn: Sounds to me like you're the one who ain't playin' fair...
In the face of Payila's display of might, the crew can do little else but stand in shock.
Payila: Do we have an understanding?
Payila: I'm going to ask you once more. Will you become my treasure?
Payila: Mind you that no one is leaving until I see every person nodding.
Choose: Why don't you come with us instead!
Payila: Pardon?
For once, it's Payila who looks confused.
Lyria: Oh, that's a good idea. Then we'd all be happy.
Payila: You mean if I want my treasures to be happy, then I must follow them?
Vyrn: Yep! Gotta warn you though, if you say no, we'll keep fightin' tooth and nail to get away.
Payila: ...
Payila: I don't plan on leaving the Dragon Temple. So I guess we're at a stalemate.
The situation has become a powder keg that only needs the tiniest spark to go off.
A few tense seconds tick by when Payila's expression suddenly changes.
Payila: Okay. If you have something to say then out with it.
This command isn't directed at the crew, but rather the shikigami that suddenly appears next to Payila.
Temple Acolyte: A word of advice, Payila. I believe you are putting the cart before the horse.
Payila: Hm... Continue.
Temple Acolyte: The principled souls of (Captain)'s crew could shine even brighter if they were allowed to keep skyfaring.
Payila: A valid point. Even the brightest flame eventually burns out when imprisoned.
Temple Acolyte: Yes. For my next point, their proposal does provide you with a good opportunity to set foot in the outside world.
Payila: Or is that your excuse to go out there too? What's so amazing beyond the temple?
Temple Acolyte: This crew's adventures take them to all corners of the skies.
Temple Acolyte: Surely there are undiscovered treasures crying out to come home with you. Treasures you can only imagine.
Temple Acolyte: Lastly, you yourself have deemed the hearts of those in (Captain)'s crew to be worthy of your collection.
Temple Acolyte: They will undoubtedly provide invaluable aid in your search for you-know-what.
Payila: Hm... I see. Everything you've said does in fact work to my favor...
Payila mulls over the words of her shikigami for what seems like an eternity to the crew.
Payila: Fine. I accept your advice.
Temple Acolyte: Thank you.
Payila: However, I refuse to leave the treasure vault without adequate security.
Payila: Handpick a sufficient number of trustworthy temple personnel to guard it with their lives.
Temple Acolyte: As you wish.
Payila: (Captain), I take back what I said earlier.
Payila: I accept your proposal. From this day forth, I shall accompany your crew.
Vyrn: For all that big talk about doin' things your way, you flip-flopped pretty quickly there!
Payila: I figured joining your journey offered me enough benefits. The pros simply outweighed the cons.
Payila: Is it not obvious how much I love treasure?
Payila: And I have no intention of letting my newest finds slip through my fingers.
Payila: You're in good hands with me. So long as I draw breath, I vow to protect your gleaming hearts from growing dull.
Lyria: H-hahaha... Glad to have you with us.
Vyrn: By the way, none of us actually agreed to be your treasure.
Payila: My decision is final. Your protests fall on deaf ears.
Payila's attachment to the crew members has them feeling a little nervous.
Conversely the Divine Dragon seems happy to have gotten her hands on new collection pieces.
(Captain) and the others can't help but wonder what's in store for them.
This Is My Treasure
The crew hasn't seen Payila since she boarded the Grandcypher and decides to check in on her. It turns out she's a homebody, relying on her shikigami to tend to her every need. As the crew sits down to have tea with Payila, another shikigami suddenly bursts into the room to report that all of Payila's treasure has been stolen from the Dragon Temple's vault by bandits.
A few days have passed since Payila more or less forced her way onto the crew.
Today, (Captain), Lyria, and Vyrn stop by her room to check in on her.
Shikigami 1: Yes, one moment please. Ah, (Captain). What brings you all here on this occasion?
Lyria: We were worried that Payila might be having trouble adjusting and decided to come see for ourselves.
Shikigami 1: Trouble adjusting? In any case, do come in.
The shikigami holds the door open to let the crew members in.
A squad of shikigami are busy tidying up the room while Payila calmly sips tea.
Payila: Oh, it's you. Did we have an appointment?
Vyrn: Gee, she looks right as rain to me.
Payila: Right as rain? Care to elaborate?
Lyria: Well, after you came aboard the ship, we never saw your face again.
Lyria: That made us kind of worried, so...
Payila: Oh, that makes sense. I'll have you know I didn't cloister myself on purpose. It just... tends to happen.
Payila: I apologize for causing undue concern.
Vyrn: You make it sound like you've never left this room...
Payila: So what if I haven't?
Payila's crewmates can't tell if she's joking or not. They ask a shikigami to back up Payila's claim.
Shikigami 1: I can affirm that Payila has not left this room other than to bathe and use the facilities.
Vyrn: I've heard of homebodies but come on.
Vyrn: Bein' waited on hand and foot by all these shikigami while loafin' around all day sounds nice and all...
Vyrn: But doesn't the Keeper of the Dragon Temple have, you know, duties?
Payila: What an odd thing to say. I need to expend energy to manifest my shikigami.
Payila: Therefore they are an extension of my power. Am I not allowed to use my own power however I see fit?
Payila: Besides, I have yet to receive a single complaint about how I'm handling my duties, so I must be doing something right.
Payila: Above all else, I simply have no reason to step out that door. Doing so without a goal in mind would only be a tremendous waste of my time.
Vyrn: Oh brother... She's a total shut-in all right.
Lyria: Ahahaha...
Payila: Call me what you will. Is that all you wanted to discuss?
Payila: If so, you might as well stay and have some tea with me.
Shikigami 2: Hooray! I'll get some water bubbling on the double!
Lyria: Th-thanks.
Shikigami 1: I'll help.
Shikigami 2: Appreciate it!
Lyria: I... I don't know how I feel about being surrounded by so many people with the same face...
Shikigami 4: Bwahaha, you either get used to it or go bonkers.
Shikigami 4: It's not like we have control over our looks or anything.
Vyrn: Yeah, I guess it's out of your hands. But even though you all look the same, I noticed everyone's a little different from each other.
Shikigami 4: Yep, our personalities match our talents. So naturally we're born different.
Lyria: Oh? How does that work?
Payila: They're meant to stand in for me wherever I need them to be.
Payila: Sadly, even I have difficulty creating a singular perfect shikigami.
Payila: It's easier to manifest multiple shikigami who excel at specific tasks.
Vyrn: Gotcha. So that's one way to tell them apart.
Shikigami 4: Bingo!
Shikigami 2: Big thanks for waiting patiently, everyone! Tea and biscuits are served!
(Captain) and the others settle in for teatime with Payila and her shikigami.
Vyrn glances around the room with curiosity between sips.
Vyrn: What's with all the weird decorations, Payila?
Payila: Oh, this stuff? Everything you see is treasure I've collected, but it's only a small portion of my greater trove.
Vyrn: Treasure, huh? Some of this stuff seems pretty normal to me.
Vyrn: I mean sure, you've got fancy jewelry and gemstones, but isn't that a stuffed animal over there?
Lyria: Didn't you also call us your "treasures" too?
Choose: What makes something a treasure?
Payila: Hm, what indeed... Generally speaking, it must embody beauty.
Payila: So in that sense, jewels and precious metals obviously grace the list.
Payila: But there's also beauty to be found in the way people carry themselves and live their lives.
The Divine Dragon fixes her gaze on the crew.
Payila: And it just so happens that I find you and your friends to be especially beautiful.
Lyria: W-we are?
Payila: Yes. Out of all the magnificent treasures in my possession, I would rank your beauty among the top.
The crew stare back at Payila with expressions of puzzlement.
The Divine Dragon returns their stares with adoring eyes.
Payila: Don't you get it? You people adhere to a peculiar belief system.
Payila: Some might even go so far as to call it a type of folly.
Payila: Whatever the case may be, you walk a path that seeks to help others without the need for compensation.
Lyria: But helping people who need it is just normal, isn't it?
Payila: Hehe... Ahahaha! That's just it! It's abnormal to assume that's common sense.
Payila: Your purity is uncommon in this day and age. I'd be a fool to ignore your stunning radiance.
Payila: All I could think at the time was that I absolutely had to add you all to my collection.
Lyria: Oh dear. I'm afraid I still don't understand what you mean.
Payila: That's fine. Keep doing what you are doing.
Vyrn: Sounds like you know an awful lot about us somehow...
Payila: We've been traveling together, haven't we? It's only natural that I look into my travel companions.
Payila leans back in her chair with her arms folded across her chest, and the crew seem content to leave it at that.
Shikigami 3: Payila!
The door suddenly flings open and a shikigami bursts into the room.
Payila: Quiet down. I'm in the middle of a tea party with some guests.
Payila: If it's a minor matter, bring it up with the others—
Shikigami 3: I just received an urgent message from the Dragon Temple.
Shikigami 3: Bandits broke into the treasure vault and stole your treasures. They took everything...
Payila: What!
(Captain) has never seen Payila look this shocked before.
This Is My Treasure: Scene 2
The Divine Dragon possesses weather control powers which are passed down from keeper to keeper. Payila's compatibility with that power was so great that the previous keeper sealed away some of Payila's power into the dragon pearl before hiding it somewhere in the skies. Evidence suggests that the bandits used the dragon pearl to open the vault. Payila orders her shikigami to search the island for clues.
Payila has just heard the news that her entire treasure trove has been looted from the temple's treasure vault.
A wave of rage washes over her face.
Payila: How was that possible? I sealed the vault shut with my power.
Payila: Furthermore, Quiniva and the other temple acolytes were supposed to be on guard duty.
Shikigami 3: According to the letter, the seal was broken by a power just like yours.
Payila: Just like mine?
Payila: But that would mean... It couldn't be! Those bandits have the dragon pearl?
Shikigami 3: It would appear so...
Payila: ...
Lyria: Um... What's the dragon pearl?
Payila: Remember how I said I can manipulate the weather?
Lyria: Yes. Like the way it got cloudy that one time at the temple.
Payila: Good memory. Well, the dragon pearl contains that very same power.
Payila: Which means whosoever commands the dragon pearl, commands the weather.
Vyrn: Jeepers!
The severity of the situation begins to dawn on the crew.
Vyrn: How'd a bunch of no-goodniks get their hands on something that dangerous?
Payila: The previous keeper stole a portion of my power and locked it away within a jewel.
Payila: They then left for the outside world, taking the dragon pearl with them to hide it somewhere.
Lyria: Why would the previous keeper do that though?
Shikigami 3: For Payila's sake.
Shikigami 3: Tradition holds that the Dragon Temple's successor inherits the power to control the weather from the previous keeper.
Shikigami 3: The extent of that power seems to vary based on its compatibility with the keeper.
Payila: Turns out I have an especially strong affinity.
Payila: So strong in fact that I exceeded my predecessor in every way right from the moment of my inheritance.
Shikigami 3: Instead of reacting with pride, the previous keeper grew concerned and viewed Payila's immense power as a risk.
Shikigami 3: The previous keeper didn't want tragedy to occur in the event of Payila losing control of her powers.
Vyrn: Ah, okay. So they drained off some of Payila's power for, like, safety reasons?
Vyrn: Couldn't the previous keeper have kept the dragon pearl safe at the temple though? Why'd they leave with it?
Shikigami 3: Because Payila is a recluse.
Vyrn & Lyria: Huh?
Shikigami 3: What was the best way to get Payila to go outside? That's a question the former keeper wrestled with day and night.
Shikigami 3: They knew that Payila only stirred when a treasure-worthy object caught her attention.
Shikigami 3: Either that or hope Payila was in a mood to get up, which usually only happened when there was a banquet stocked with wine.
Shikigami 3: Then the former keeper hit upon an idea.
Shikigami 3: By hiding the dragon pearl out in the vast blue skies, even Payila would have reason enough to set off into the outside world.
The crew can't believe their ears. They stare wide-eyed at Payila.
Vyrn: So this is technically your fault!
Payila: All this buzzing is noisier than a bee's hive. As was once said, "Right is not right; so is not so."
Payila: Context is always paramount. Learn not to swallow the first hook that appears before you.
Payila: Don't forget that my performance as the Keeper of the Dragon Temple has been stellar.
Payila: I had no reason to see to other matters aside from my temple obligations.
Lyria: H-haha...
Choose: Ever think about looking for it?
Payila: Of course, and I did search for it, though I did so my way.
Payila: Thanks to my strategy, I gathered a wealth of information regarding treasure.
Payila: Unfortunately, as far as the dragon pearl itself was concerned, the leads were nonexistent.
Shikigami 3: Payila is incredibly talented, but staying inside all the time has had a hugely negative impact on her body.
Shikigami 3: So much so that her weather control power is a crutch that supports her when she walks.
Shikigami 3: And forget about asking her to do everyday chores. A journey on her own to find the dragon pearl would have been a recipe for disaster.
Shikigami 3: For those reasons, her options for recovering the dragon pearl were rather limited.
Payila: "One who holds no power should not speak as if they do." You've said more than enough.
Shikigami 3: "The contradictions of ten thousand cannot choke the conviction of one."
Shikigami 3: If I am confident that my words are true, I will bravely speak them and face the consequences.
Shikigami 3: Even if you come to despise me, as your shikigami I believe it is my duty to correct you when you veer too far off course.
Payila: You certainly like to talk. I hadn't planned on manifesting one with such boldness...
Payila: Whatever. (Captain), let us return to the Dragon Temple.
Payila: Scoundrels have taken my treasure, and I need to teach them a proper lesson on what that entails.
Payila seethes with quiet anger.
The crew don't dare say no, and they set a course for the Dragon Temple.
Once the Grandcypher touches down at its destination, Payila leads the crew to the vault.
A shikigami, her head bowed low, stands beside a smashed vault door.
Payila: I'm going to crush those bandits like ants.
The clouds outside begin to roil, matching the anger swirling inside the Divine Dragon.
Vyrn: Yikes, it's really startin' to come down out there. Listen to that wind howl.
Lyria: Eeek! Was that thunder?
Shikigami 5: I-I am so sorry, Lady Payila. I failed to uphold the responsibility you bestowed upon me.
Payila: Raise your head, Quiniva. The fault lies on the villains with the dragon pearl. There was nothing you could have done.
Payila: Those bandits are going to get what's coming to them.
Payila: Seniva, Septiva, Octova, Novema, Decema. Emerge.
Five shikigami instantly appear in a flash of light.
Decema: Are we on the clock?
Payila: You got it. I need you five to track down the perpetrators who dared to raid my vault.
Decema: On it.
Payila: Univa, Triva, question the temple vendors and artisans that I have bestowed my approval seals to.
Payila: Find out if they have overheard any mention of black market deals.
Univa: It shall be done.
Triva: As you command.
The shikigami bow and disappear.
Payila: Now to sit tight until the familiars return with news.
Lyria: Wow!
Payila's swift orders seem to take the crew by surprise.
Payila: Hm? What is it?
Vyrn: I thought you were just a shut-in, but you just put the "general" in Divine General.
Lyria: Yeah! You were so cool giving out orders!
Payila: Hmph... Is that so?
Vyrn: By the way, I can't believe you had even more shikigami.
Payila: Why wouldn't I? As I am right now, I'm able to summon ten at once.
Payila: And it goes without saying that manifesting shikigami takes a lot out of me.
Payila: Normally I limit myself to no more than five at any given time.
Vyrn: Hang on. How many have you summoned so far?
Payila: When my treasure is on the line, I don't have time to complain about feeling exhausted.
Vyrn: Just don't overdo it, okay? You're not getting anything back if you pass out.
Payila: I understand that. Nevertheless, your concern is welcome.
Lyria: Once things calm down, we'd like to meet the other shikigami if that's okay with you.
Lyria: I didn't know they had their own names.
Payila: That can be arranged—assuming this matter draws to a satisfying conclusion.
Lyria: Right! So we'll head into town and do our own investigating.
Vyrn: Mm-hm. More hands on deck means faster results.
Payila: ...
Lyria: Um... Is something wrong?
Payila: Don't worry about it. I should have expected that from you and the crew.
Lyria: ...?
Okay, so we'll—
Okay, so we'll—
Payila: No, you needn't spring into action.
Payila: I'm grateful for your consideration, but it would be more efficient to leave everything to the shikigami.
Payila: Hehe... Those bandits chose the wrong person to mess with.
Payila: "Heaven's reach is limited, but its retribution is not." Those insects can't hide from me, and when I find them...
Something about Payila's devilish smile sends chills down the spines of (Captain) and the others.
This Is My Treasure: Scene 3
Payila conjures a storm that prevents the bandits' getaway ship from leaving port. She takes out the bandits and recovers her treasure, which includes letters and a plush gifted to her by the kids of a local orphanage. The bandit leader only had a shard of the dragon pearl, prompting Payila to make the decision to proactively search for the rest of the dragon pearl to prevent further incidents.
The crew grows restless from waiting for the shikigami to return with news.
(Captain) paces around back and forth.
Univa: I'm sorry to have kept you waiting, Payila. We have returned.
Hearing a voice behind them, the crew turn around and are greeted by ten shikigami.
Payila: Good work. I hope you've brought back positive news.
Univa: I'll begin with what we learned from the vendors.
Univa: A crew of suspicious-looking men were seen loading expensive items onto a large airship in the town's port.
Univa: A number of vendors claimed to have recognized several objects they had sold to you.
Payila: That must be their getaway ship. So they've already fled the island.
Univa: No, they hit a snag and are still anchored in port.
Payila: Well, well... Luck swings in our favor. Do you know what's keeping them?
Univa: Decema says the helmsman was struck by lightning and is now hospitalized.
Payila: Hm, did they have an accident while handling the dragon pearl?
Payila: Regardless, the vendors' testimonies have proven invaluable. Be sure to thank them properly.
Univa: We will.
Decema: PS—the helmsman's getting out of the hospital today.
Vyrn: Seriously? You should've said so sooner!
Payila: Then there's only one thing I can do.
Payila turns to address her shikigami.
Payila: "Negativity is the ultimate killer." I will do everything in my power to avert misfortune. Shikigami, you are all dismissed.
The shikigami nod in unison and vanish in a flash of light.
Payila: The last thing I need is for those bandits to slink away when I'm so close. I think I'll start by breaking their legs.
A shadow creeps over the town in concert with the dark storm clouds rolling in above.
Weather conditions grow increasingly worse, and before long the entire town is in the grip of a fierce storm.
Payila: I would honestly be impressed if their ship managed to fly out of that tempest.
Payila: (Captain), I'm going ahead first. I expect the rest of you to be right behind me.
Payila floats into the air and soars off toward the wind-battered town.
Vyrn: What the heck! She can fly?
Lyria: Come on! We're falling behind!
The crew steel themselves and chase after Payila.
Lyria: Oh my gosh! Look!
Lightning bolts rain down incessantly from pitch-black clouds.
Cyclonic flames erupt from the point of each lightning strike, illuminating the town in an eerie red glow.
Vyrn: There's only one person I can think of who can do that...
Lyria: Payila...
Vyrn: We'd better hustle over there before the whole port gets wiped off the map!
The others nod and pick up the pace.
Lyria: Huff... Huff... We made it...
Payila: What took you all so long?
Vyrn: Huff... Wheeze... Never mind that. How's it goin' over here?
The crew scan their surroundings while catching their breath.
Dozens of men lie sprawled on the ground, making the town look more like a war-torn battlefield.
Vyrn: Is it over already?
Payila: Not yet. Their leader still breathes.
Payila: Show yourself. You're out of lackeys to hide behind.
Bandit Leader: Urgh! Damn it! Were you just toying with me?
A man emerges from behind a large crate.
Payila: Naturally. Did you truly think you could run from me?
Bandit Leader: Oooh, I'm so scared! You screwed up big when your attack missed me earlier, and now it's gonna cost you yer life!
Bandit Leader: Eat this!
The man raises his arms, summoning violent winds that wrap around Payila and transform into a tornado.
Lyria: Payila!
Bandit Leader: Bye-bye now!
Bandit Leader: Haha! Bull's-eye! She ain't getting up after that—
Payila: You call that tickle of static a strike? That's so funny I forgot to laugh. I'm almost disappointed in the dragon pearl's power.
Bandit Leader: What the... It didn't even leave a mark!
Payila: I guess that means it's my turn. And let me clear up any misconceptions about my accuracy you might have.
Payila: I pulled that lightning strike to the left for a reason.
Payila: Charred corpses can't talk, much less answer questions.
Payila: But if you insist on playing hardball, then I'll grant you your death wish.
Payila: Have a taste of the punishment that's coming your way.
Coils of wind restrain the man, binding his entire body.
Payila: Don't worry. Your life isn't in danger, though you'll probably wish you were dead.
The entire town lights up for multiple seconds as numerous thunderbolts hit the man.
Bandit Leader: Gwaaaah!
Bandit Leader: E-enough! I yield! I yield! I'll give everything back too! Now make it stop!
Payila: I'm sorry, did you say something?
Bandit Leader: Gyaaaah!
Payila: I think he's probably learned his lesson.
Vyrn: Er... Are you sure he's not dead?
The crew stare down at the bandit, who lies twitching in the mud with smoke rising off of his body.
Bandit Leader: ...
Payila: Wake up.
Bandit Leader: Argh!
Payila: Good morning. You're going to be a good boy and tell me everything I want to know.
Payila: But if I detect deception, I won't be as nice as I was before. Understand?
The clouds above growl with menacing thunder. The man lifts his head, fear plastered on his face, and nods furiously.
Bandit Leader: Wh-whatever you want! I swear to tell the truth and nothing but the truth!
Payila: Is all the treasure you stole from my vault aboard that ship?
Bandit Leader: Yes!
Payila: Emerge.
Shikigami manifest from a ball of light summoned in front of Payila.
Univa: Yes, Payila?
Payila: Confirm that the entirety of my collection is accounted for.
Univa: Understood.
The shikigami humbly bow and then board the bandit ship.
Payila: Next question. Where is the dragon pearl?
Bandit Leader: Dragon pearl? The heck is that?
Payila: Oh? You have guts playing dumb with me. Or is this your way of begging for more discipline?
Bandit Leader: Ack! I-I swear I don't know nothin'!
Payila: Hm... It appears you're actually telling the truth.
Payila: Okay, let me rephrase that question. How were you able to control wind and lightning?
Bandit Leader: Uh... I...
The man goes quiet and refuses to look Payila in the eye.
Payila: ...
Bandit Leader: Mercy! Here! It's because of this thing!
Frantically digging into his pants pocket, the man pulls out a vial with what looks like a shard of glass inside and tosses it to Payila.
Payila: Is this a piece of the dragon pearl?
Payila: No wonder the "storms" he produced felt like mere drizzles.
Payila: Where did you get this shard?
Bandit Leader: I lifted it off some peddler in town.
Bandit Leader: No idea where they got it from.
Payila: How unfortunate.
Payila: Just when I thought I had finally found a clue...
Payila puts her hands on her hips and heaves a heavy sigh.
Vyrn: Aw, cheer up! We have a ton of contacts we can ask who might know something.
Lyria: Uh-huh! We'll all pitch in to solve this mystery, so hang in there!
Payila: Sorry for the trouble. And thank you.
Payila: Whatever funding you need to uncover new information, simply ask and I'll cover it.
Payila: I promise you'll be awarded handsomely after the dragon pearl is found.
Payila: It's only fair that I pay for your help.
Choose: It's all good. We're friends.
Payila: "Without sufficient depth, water will not float large ships."
"The perfect man ignores the self."
"The perfect man ignores the self."
Lyria: Um...
Payila: In other words, one cannot accomplish lofty ambitions without the support of a strong, understanding heart.
Payila: Moreover, the person who possesses the most enrichment is the one who focuses on others.
Payila: Haha, as always my appraising eyes are as sharp as ever. Your crew may have been my best find yet.
Payila beams with pride.
Univa: Payila, may I speak?
Payila: You may.
Univa: The majority of the stolen treasures are still in pristine condition.
Payila: Only the majority?
Univa: Yes. Unfortunately several items couldn't be found.
Univa hands Payila a slip of paper.
Payila: Ah... I see.
The Divine Dragon's cheerful expression is gone in an instant, replaced by one of fury.
Bandit Leader: W-w-wait! I didn't lie! We crammed everything we took onto the ship!
Payila: What about a stuffed animal and a bundle of letters? Where did those go?
Bandit Leader: A stuffed animal and letters? Oh, yeah, I remember now... We tossed that junk into the trash—
Payila: ...
Bandit Leader: Gyaaaah!
Vyrn: Yikes! What was that for!
Payila spots a nearby trash can. Without bothering to answer Vyrn, she fishes through the garbage.
Payila: Ah, found them. Thank goodness they're still here.
With a relieved smile, Payila extracts a bundle of letters and a patchwork plush.
Lyria: Are those the missing treasures?
Payila: The very ones.
Payila: There's an orphanage near the Dragon Temple. The children there poured their hearts and prayers into these gifts for me.
Payila: These are the embodiments of childlike purity and innocence.
Payila: Therefore they are more than worthy of being my treasures.
Having said that, Payila hugs the letters and plush to her chest.
(Captain) and the others watch on with smiles, now understanding a little better Payila's philosophy on treasure.
The recovery of Payila's stolen treasures wraps up without a hitch.
Once every item is secured, Payila and the crew return to the vault at the Dragon Temple.
Vyrn: Whew. That's the last of 'em.
Payila: Thank you. Now to redo the seal.
A shimmering haze suddenly fills the room, and the vault door starts to vanish.
Lyria: Oh my! The door's gone! There's only a wall there now!
Payila: No, the door is still there. This white hazy glaze over the surface only gives off the impression of a wall.
Payila: Think of it as a mirage if you will.
Payila: I leave the rest to you, Quiniva.
Quiniva: Understood. I shall not fail twice in my duties.
Payila: Good. All that remains is what to do about the dragon pearl.
Payila takes out the vial containing the dragon pearl shard from her pocket.
Payila: I've always taken a reactive approach as opposed to a proactive one. But considering what's at stake this time, it seems my days of seclusion are over.
Payila: As bothersome as it is to take the initiative, I don't have a choice if history is not to repeat itself.
Vyrn: You won't go it alone. We'll do this together!
Payila: Right. I did promise to protect your crew as well.
Lyria: Huh? You did?
Payila: Need I remind you that you are my treasures?
Payila: No self-respecting collector would ever allow their sparkling masterpieces to become scuffed and dinged.
Whether the crew likes it or not, Payila's decision to treat them as her treasures is final.
(Captain) and friends shrug and accept their fate with bemused smiles—that's just the way the Divine Dragon is.
Bonds Strengthen through Hardship?
Since their disappearance years ago, Nitotsuisou and Hanaorimito have supposedly resurfaced and fallen in Payila's collection. Upon hearing this, Makura pays a visit to the Dragon Temple, only to incur Payila's wrath during her search for the two swords. After being kicked out of the treasure room, Makura creates an opportunity to get back on Payila's good side. The two reconcile and spend the evening gazing at the moon while sipping on drinks.
Hanging from Makura's belt are her beloved swords, Nitotsuisou and Hanaorimito.
However, despite their appearances, they are fake copies.
Harry: Ahaha! That's hilarious!
Makura: I didn't have another choice!
Makura: It's all because of my predecessor...
Makura: Sigh...
A long time ago...
The second head of the Rabbit Temple loved high-stakes gambling, but had neither talent nor luck. With mounting debt, the head needed to take out a loan.
Nitotsuisou and Hanaorimito were used as collateral. However, time had passed, and with no one to come back and claim the swords, they were pawned off to an unknown location.
Makura: But, but, but!
Makura: Things have changed! I heard a rumor that they've found their way to Payila's treasure collection!
Makura wastes no time and hurries off to the Dragon Temple, only to hear unfortunate news.
Makura: What, no way! Out of all the people, that shut-in Payila went outside?
Duva: My apologies. You came all the way here too...
Makura: No, there's no need for you to apologize. I'm the one who showed up without warning.
Makura: I'm looking for something and I'd love to know if you've heard anything of the sort...
Makura: Is it true that Payila obtained two swords that look just like the ones on my belt?
Duva: Indeed, that is correct! But I'm not familiar with the details.
Makura: I see. Well, I'll come back later! Tell her I said hi!
Over the next few days, Makura continues to visit Payila, only to be met with her absence.
Makura: Nnnghhh...
Harrington: At this point, I believe we've shown more than enough decorum.
Harry: "Decorum"? What's that?
Harrington: What! Once again, I see you're lacking in your studies! Decorum means—
Makura: All right, I've decided! I'm going to wait right here until Payila comes back!
Duva: Whaaat! U-um, you need Payila's permission for that...
Makura: Don't sweat over the details! Anyway, the guest room should be over there...
Duva: M-Makura! You can't just enter!
Makura: It's fine! I'm Payila's friend!
Duva: Makura! Please stop!
And so, Makura forces her way into staying the night at the Dragon Temple.
The night is quiet and still.
Harley: Nngh... Mmm... I can't eat anymore...
Makura: ...!
Makura's ears twitch in response as they pick up on something.
Harrington: Hmm, what's the matter?
Makura: Hehe, looks like Payila's finally back!
Harrington: But Boss! It would be rude of us to visit at this hour!
Makura's Voice: We're pals! It'll be fine!
Duva: M-Makura? What brings you here at this time—
Makura: I'm going into the treasure room!
Duva: Wha! Please wait a moment!
Ignoring the shikigami's pleas, Makura brazenly opens the treasure room's elegant door and walks right in.
There, in the midst of carefully examining her treasure, is Payila.
Payila: Hehe...
Makura: Payila! I finally found you!
Payila: I was wondering where all that ruckus was coming from... So it was you, Makura. A rather unpleasant coincidence.
Payila glances at Makura for a fleeting moment before turning back to caring for her treasure.
Makura: Hey now! A friend came all the way over to visit you, and you're giving her the cold shoulder?
Payila: A fool who barges into my sanctuary in the middle of the night has no right to complain.
Makura: Ugh...
Harry: Ahaha! She got ya there, Boss!
Payila: But how in the skies did you know I was here? Did my shikigami inform you?
Makura: Ehehe, not exactly. I have my ways.
Payila: Hmph, I suppose those big ears aren't just for show.
Duva: Payila, I'm deeply sorry for not being able to carry out your orders.
Payila: No need to fret. Nobody can stop Makura's audacity.
Makura: Hm? Wait a sec. Did you just say "orders"?
Payila: I'm far too busy caring for my beauties, hence why I told her to turn away all visitors.
Makura: What the heck! So you've been here this entire time?
Payila: Correct.
Makura: Whaaa!
Duva: I-I'm terribly sorry...
Harrington: You were simply trying to obey your master's orders. As a shikigami, you don't need to apologize.
Payila: Heh, you're quite wise for Makura's shikigami.
Makura: Hey!
Payila: Now what is it that you want with me?
Makura: Oh, that's right! You were being so cold to me that I forgot the reason why I came here for a moment.
After Makura explains the situation, Payila rests her hand on her chin and ponders.
Payila: It's true that I've obtained a great variety of swords lately...
Payila: But if I had swords that resembled the ones on your hilt, I would've recognized them immediately. In other words, I don't have what you seek.
The Divine Dragon reveals a mountain of swords stockpiled behind her in the treasure room.
Makura: Holy smokes... Do you always buy this much?
Payila: Every item you see here is a masterpiece. My collection consists of nothing but the finest.
Makura: Hmm...
Makura: Well, if you say you haven't seen it, then I suppose I must've misheard... But it wouldn't hurt to check with my own eyes.
Makura: Lemme just go ahead and take a little peek!
Payila: Wait, Makura! This is my treasure room! You can't just have your way around here!
Payila's warning falls on deaf ears as Makura waltzes further into the treasure room and slips on something.
Makura: Wh-wha!
She knocks into one of the treasure-laden shelves and sends the rest of them toppling over like dominos.
Payila and Shikigami: ...
Makura: Ah... Haha...
Payila: Makura...
Makura: Eeek!
Payila: Heaven's reach is limited, but its retribution is not...
Makura: W-wait, I'm sorry!
The sound of thunder rumbles as a bolt of lightning snakes its way through a crack in the window and flies towards Makura.
Makura: H-how shocking...
Payila: Begone.
Makura: Ahhh!
A powerful gust of wind from Payila sends Makura tumbling out of the treasure room.
Makura: Ugh... That hurt...
Harrington: Boss, we've incurred Payila's wrath. We must repent!
Payila: Sigh...
Duva: U-um, Payila...
Payila: Don't worry—I went easy on her. From now on, make sure that she never steps foot inside this room ever again.
The shikigami bows before leaving the treasure room and closing the door behind her.
Payila: Well then, I must save my poor collection...
Makura's Voice: Payilaaa! I'm really really sorry!
Makura's Voice: I was rushing and didn't pay attention to my surroundings! Please forgive me!
Payila: Sigh... Noisy as ever.
With Makura's apologies painting the background, Payila begins to gently pick up her collection.
As she works through the mess, her eyes stop on the pile of swords.
Payila: I suppose I have no choice. One final check won't hurt.
After several hours of cleaning, the incessant apologizing comes to an end.
Payila: (She was at it for quite a while—I suppose she's finally tired herself out.)
Payila: Perhaps it's time to forgive her.
With a weary smile on her face, Payila is just about to open the door when...
Makura's Voice: Ahahaha! Cheers, everyone!
Duva's Voice: Hey, Makura, what are you doing!
Harry's Voice: Whoooa! Boss, are ya serious! How'd you down that in one gulp? I betcha must've had a lot of stress pent up!
Harley's Voice: Hey, Boss! Can I eat this meat?
Duva's Voice: P-please don't cause another ruckus! Payila will be angry!
Makura's Voice: C'mon, don't worry about it! Feasts are all about being loud and merry, am I right?
Payila: ...!
Payila: (One moment she's apologizing, the next she's throwing a feast... Simply inconceivable...)
Feeling like she's been thrown for a loop, Payila staggers to a nearby chair and sinks down into its luxurious cushion.
Makura's Voice: How about a glass for yourself, Duva?
Duva's Voice: Huh? What are you saying? I can't drin—mmngh!
Payila: ...
Makura's Voice: Wooow! Look at you chugaluggin' it down like a champ!
Harry's Voice: It's good, isn't it? This fine wine's the pride and joy of the Rabbit Temple! People have been raving about it lately!
Payila: Fine wine?
Harrington's Voice: It's a true masterpiece brewed in the Rabbit Temple's cellar—smooth, with beautiful fruity tones...
Harrington's Voice: The taste is so unique and unlike anything else that sommeliers have described it to be almost perverse!
Payila: P-perverse!
Payila fidgets in her seat as she listens to the sounds of merrymaking and indulgence. It's hard for her to contain her love for alcohol.
Payila: (Wine brewed by the Rabbit Temple that boasts indescribable flavors... I'm so intrigued...)
Lured by the temptation of the wine, Payila unconsciously rises from her chair before sense kicks back in again.
Payila: (I mustn't. If I go out there now, I'll be playing right into Makura's hands...)
Payila: ...
Makura's Voice: Ahahaha!
Payila: But this rowdiness has gone on for far too long—it's time to put my foot down.
The moment Payila opens the door...
A thin arm shoots forward, reaching in through the crack.
Payila: Wha!
Makura's Voice: Get over here!
Makura grabs onto Payila and yanks her out of the treasure room.
Payila: ...
Makura: Ehehe.
Payila: I never thought you would go so far as to put your hands on me.
Payila: Transgression after transgression... I've had enough—huh?
Payila cuts off mid-sentence as she stares at the scene before her.
Expecting to see a feast set up, the area is completely empty.
Payila: ...
Payila: (I see... It was all just a rouse to get me to come out.)
Harrington: Of course, this must be all very confusing to you, Divine Dragon!
Harrington: The truth is, we were all simply pretending to hold a feast right here.
Makura: Yup! We had a blast drinking!
Makura: Hehe, just kidding.
Duva: My deepest apologies for being unable to stop the Divine Rabbit...
Duva: I will accept any punishment...
Payila: No need. The fault lies only with Makura. I have no intention of punishing you.
Payila casts a steely look at Makura.
Makura: Ah... Ahah...
Harrington: Wait! This is all part of Makura's apology!
Makura and her rabbit shikigami all line up in front of Payila and bend over into a deep bow.
Makura: I am very sorry for harming your treasure!
Harrington: Boss.
Makura: Pass it to me.
Prompted by Harrington, Makura presents two bottles in a bundle to Payila.
Makura: This is the real stuff brewed in the Rabbit Temple's cellar.
Payila: The smooth and fruity fine wine...
Makura: Yes, that one—the rumored "perverse" wine. So please...
Makura: Accept thiiis!
Harry: Lepus Troupe, represent!
Harriet: That was completely unnecessary... You need to learn how to read the room...
Harry: Oops...
Payila: It's fine. I accept.
Makura: Thank you, Payila!
The Divine Rabbit and Divine Dragon reconcile and decide to enjoy their drinks while gazing at the moon.
Makura: Cheers!
Payila: Cheers.
Payila: Oh my, this is delicious. I can see why it's gotten such notoriety.
Makura: Right! It's truly the pride of the Rabbit Temple!
Payila: Heh, you're as loud as ever... But I suppose a bit of noise goes well with the wine.
Makura: Huh? What does that even mean?
Makura: I don't really get it, but for some reason I feel kinda embarrassed. Hehe.
Payila: Before I drink anymore, let me tell you one thing—I searched through my collection but failed to find Nitotsuisou and Hanaorimito.
Payila: If I do find them, I will let you know immediately.
Payila: And so, don't ever step inside my treasure room ever again without my permission. Understood?
Makura: You searched for me even though I made such a huge mess?
Makura: Payila, you're so nice!
Payila: Ugh... Don't cling onto me. I prize having my own personal space...
Despite her retorts, Payila's face is lit up with a smile.
The Divine Dragon enjoys glass after glass of wine until the dusk turns to dawn.
Yay Work, Nay Work
While visiting Indala for the passing on of year spirit duties, Payila requests Shiro's skin as one of her treasures. After agreeing to call down rain for local drought-stricken farmers, Payila is thrilled to receive the beautiful molted skin in return, but declines Indala's suggestion to take on more work herself.
As the year draws to a close, Payila heads to the Snake Temple for the passing on of year spirit duties.
Payila: I'm here.
Indala: ...
Payila: Indala? Are you listening? I went out of my way to visit, so how about offering some tea?
Indala: ...
Payila: Look here.
With a gentle prod of her fan, Payila finally gets Indala to turn around.
Indala: Oh, if it isn't Payila. When did you arrive?
Payila: Just a moment ago. I'll have you know I tried to get your attention multiple times.
Indala: Sorry. I've been entirely focused on planning my schedule for the next month.
Indala: My goal is to complete as many tasks as possible, with maximum efficiency.
Payila: Your passion for work is as strong as ever. One could say it even borders on obsessive.
Payila: All right—I'm intrigued. Let's see what exactly you have lined up.
Surveying the sheet in Indala's hands, Payila's eyes widen at the densely packed agenda.
Payila: ...!
This workload is absurd. It would take five of my shikigami to handle such an amount!
This workload is absurd. It would take five of my shikigami to handle such an amount!
Payila: And unless I'm mistaken, these aren't even related to your temple duties!
Indala: Correct. Is that a problem?
Payila: Unbelievable. Your primary obligations are already a tremendous burden as it is...
Payila: Yet you're opting to take on more? What unholy fiend has possessed you?
Indala: Hehe, you certainly don't mince words. But that's what I like about you.
Indala: I simply want to work. If my efforts can make someone happy, then it's a win for everyone.
Payila: "A sound mind is one that desires little," is it? Surely there would be no harm in requesting a treasure or two.
Payila: I pray you don't grow weary of such meager rewards and end up losing your mind.
Indala: I appreciate your concern.
Indala: But I assume you didn't come here personally just to praise my work ethic.
Payila: Oh?
Indala: Ordinarily, you would have sent one of your shikigami to manage the handover.
Indala: The fact that you came in person suggests there's another reason for your visit. That's my suspicion, anyway... Well?
Payila: Heh... Hehehe.
Payila: Indeed, you see right through me. I suppose there's no need to hide it, then.
Payila: I want Shiro's skin.
Shiro: My skin, you say?
Payila: It's been on my mind ever since I saw it displayed here at the temple.
Payila: With pristine clarity akin to the purest air... and a cherry blossom pattern that exudes an elegant charm...
Payila: Such exquisite beauty is worthy of becoming my treasure.
Indala: I'd expect no less of you, Payila. Recognizing the allure of Shiro's skin is a true testament to your discerning eye.
Payila: Heh, who do you think I am?
Indala: I'm confident you would treat it with care.
Indala: Shiro, it's molting season for you, isn't it? Would you be willing to relinquish the skin you shed?
Shiro: I have no objections. However...
Seeing Shiro's restless movements, Indala realizes something.
Indala: (Ah, I see... I'm reluctant to give it to Payila in its current state.)
Indala: (There must be a practical solution...)
After a moment of thought, she turns to Payila with an idea.
Indala: I have one condition. Could you assist me with a certain request?
Payila: You intend to have me work?
Indala: It's something only you can do. But don't worry—it's not a physically strenuous task. I promise you won't regret it.
Payila: ...
Payila: Very well, if I must. It would feel better knowing I'm offering something in compensation.
Indala: Great. We have a deal, then.
Payila: This entire village area, I presume?
Indala: Yes, please.
Payila: Then I shall begin.
The moment Payila waves her fan, dark clouds swiftly cover the clear sky, and rain begins to fall.
Payila: Huff... Puff...
Is this sufficient?
Is this sufficient?
Indala: I knew I could count on you, Payila. You straightened everything out in no time.
Indala: Several farmers in the village had informed me of their struggle with water shortages due to a recent drought.
Indala: But it was an issue I couldn't resolve on my own, so I had been racking my brain trying to figure out how to help them.
Indala: Of course, I did all I could! I spent three full days and nights researching rain rituals and praying!
Indala: I even brought in people from nearby islands with a reputation of being magnets for rain. That was quite an ordeal.
Indala: Then I tried building a massive bonfire—
Payila: A-all right, enough! You've made your hardships painfully clear!
Payila: So that's why you requested my help. Indeed, with my power, it was a simple task. Though it did tire me out somewhat.
Indala: You truly saved the day. It pained me deeply to hand over this task, but now I can deliver some good news to the farmers.
Payila: Was it really that agonizing? I'm genuinely starting to worry about you...
Indala: Now, time to fulfill our end of the bargain.
You should be able to shed comfortably in this weather, right, Shiro?
You should be able to shed comfortably in this weather, right, Shiro?
Shiro: Indeed, these conditions are perfect.
As the rain pours down on Shiro, she slowly begins to molt.
The freshly discarded skin is left shimmering with a silklike sheen.
Payila: Oh... How magnificent! It's even more stunning than I envisioned!
Payila: The smooth texture is especially delightful. Heh, I'm tempted to nuzzle it against my cheek.
Indala: You seem pleased. It was a wise choice not to part with it when you first asked.
Payila: A wise choice? What do you mean?
Indala: When I took a closer look at Shiro's skin, I noticed it was quite dry.
Indala: For a flawless shed, the environment needs to be just right. Humidity is crucial.
Indala: We could have created a humid space indoors, but there was also her overall health to consider.
Indala: Being out in the open seems to do her more good than staying cooped up inside.
Payila: I see. Then this weather must be nothing short of paradise for Shiro.
Indala: I wanted to present the skin to you in optimal condition. And seeing that smile on your face makes it all worthwhile.
Payila: So you pulled the scales over my eyes.
Indala: Are you angry with me?
Payila: Normally, I would have struck you with lightning for daring to deceive me.
Payila: But I'm in an exceptionally good mood today. So I'll let it slide this time.
Indala: Hehe, I'm relieved to hear that.
Indala: Say, Payila. Why not use this opportunity to take on more responsibilities?
Indala: Your work brings joy to others. Not to mention, you might stumble upon unexpected treasures along the way.
Payila: That's true... Yes, I think I'll have my shikigami work twenty percent harder from now on.
Indala: Do the work yourself...
Despite Indala's sigh, she finds a familiar comfort in Payila's characteristic response.
Side-scrolling Quotes
| JapaneseThis is an official transcription. | EnglishThis is an official translation. |
|---|---|
| 宝の手入れをかかすわけにはいかぬ | No treasure, no life. |
| 運動は昔から苦手でな…… | My body has never really been the most hardy. |
| 妾は部屋で静かに宝を愛でていたいのだがな | I wish I could just stay in and stare lovingly at my collection. |
| 体力をつけるためにも運動せねばならぬか…… | I suppose exercise is necessary to strengthen my constitution. |
| 式神達よ、妾に相応しい宝を探してくるのだ | My shikigami are my treasure detectors. |
| さっさと龍玉を見つけねばな…… | The dragon pearl must be found as soon as possible... |
| 妾は美しいものを好む | I can't take my eyes off of beautiful things. |
| 龍玉の手がかりはない……か | Are there really no clues to the dragon pearl's whereabouts? |
| (主人公)達は妾の宝のひとつだ | (Captain) and friends are my treasures. |
| (主人公)達の在り方を歪ませはせん | I refuse to allow the crew's principles to become corrupted. |
References
- ↑ Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, レジェンドフェス開催＆新キャラクター「ハイラ」「ウリエル」(リミテッドシリーズ)「ティラ」、新召喚石「トリプルゼロ」紹介＆「2024迎春スキンセット」販売のお知らせ
- ↑ Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, 新キャラクター「ハイラ」(レア)紹介！
- ↑ Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, グランデフェス開催＆新キャラクター水着バージョン「ハイラ」「シス」紹介のお知らせ