Scenario:Auld Lang Fry PREMIUM - Ending

Auld Lang Fry PREMIUM - Ending

The group learns the main reason behind FRIED SHRIMP's behavior—it wanted a blessed handshake to better help Friday accomplish her dreams, and was unable to control its emotions after being ignored. After learning this, Vikala decides to enlist FRIED SHRIMP's help, and together they put on a spectacular parade. Once the festivities end, Friday decides to go on a journey with FRIED SHRIMP to breathe new life into Premium Friday and change herself for the better.

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The FRIED SHRIMP clones evaporate, defeated by the efforts of (Captain) and the group.

Drained of power, the original FRIED SHRIMP begins to plummet out of the sky.

Friday: FRIED SHRIMP!

Friday slides underneath and catches its golden-crisp form in her arms.

Vajra: Looks like it's all battered out.

Vyrn: Ugh, I think I'm gonna pass on fried foods for a while...

Mahira: Does anyone know why it went out of control in the first place?

Joy: It was hard to talk a second ago! But maybe Joy can talk now!

Joy: FRIED SHRIMP! Please tell Joy! Did something happen?

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry, fry fry...

Using Joy as a translator, the group listens to what the dejected machine has to say.

Around the time Friday began her Premium Friday activities in earnest, the FRIED SHRIMP started experiencing emotions.

At first, it was only filled with simple affection for Friday...

But as time went on, it grew jealous of others like Joy and Dormouse who were adored and surrounded by people.

Joy: The FRIED SHRIMP really loves Friday...

Joy: So it maybe wanted a divine blessing from Vikala too.

Mahira: If I recall what happened earlier...

Dormouse: ...!

Vikala: I hear you, Dormouse! I'll be right over!

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry?

Vyrn: Vikala accidentally ignored it because of the crowd, huh...

FRIED SHRIMP: ...

Joy: It wanted to be noticed. But it didn't know how. Then it got mad...

Friday: That explains a lot...

Friday: I'm sorry, FRIED SHRIMP. I wish I had noticed how you were feeling earlier.

With tears in her eyes, she wraps her battered companion in a tight hug.

Vajra: I wonder how it was suddenly able to feel emotion.

Vajra: From what we heard, it sounds like everything changed when Friday started introducing others to Premium Friday...

???: The wills of people are more influential than you might expect.

Placing a new rat-ear headband atop her head, Vikala strolls confidently into the group.

Mahira: Good to see you're doing fine.

Vikala: I'm in tip-top shape now! Sorry for not being in the fray, but thanks for cleaning up for me!

Vajra: Hey, Vicky, what did you mean by that stuff about people's wills?

Vikala: It's just that the way FRIED SHRIMP's emotions came to be seemed similar to what I know of Dormouse's experience...

Though Dormouse was once a simple trap for monsters, it was instilled with a will of its own by the first divine rat.

Most people wouldn't be able to conjure up such divine power on their own, but it has been known to happen when enough wills band together.

Vikala: Our fried friend wants to spread the word about Premium Friday just as much as Friday, right?

Vikala: Then it would make sense for it to gain a sense of self as more and more people come to support the movement.

Mahira: That would make sense. Meeting Joy and Dormouse probably further cemented its sense of self.

Vyrn: Isn't Premium Friday just some new culture phenomenon? You really tellin' me it's responsible for this...

Friday: It has to be! The hearts of all those who believe in it have created a miracle!

Friday lifts the golden SHRIMP in her arms, as if to show the world a newborn child.

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry?

Friday: You are reborn this day!

Friday: And Premium Friday too shall be filled with new life!

Friday: No one in these skies shall forget that we clashed with FRIED SHRIMP! So let me declare this day to be...

Friday: The anniversary of Premium Friday!

Vajra: An anniversary, huh? Sounds to me like we've got a celebration on our hands!

Vikala: Congrats on your re-birthday, FRIED SHRIMP!

Joy: Congratulations! This means Joy will be FRIED SHRIMP's big brother!

Vyrn: Okay, hold up! All of you need to hold your horses!

Lyria: The parade's still on pause, and the visitors are stuck outside...

Friday: Oh, right! Can't forget everyone that's trying to spend their free time relaxing here.

Friday: Allow me to apologize on FRIED SHRIMP's behalf. I'm truly sorry for the trouble we've caused.

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry-fry...

With her fried friend cradled in her arms, Friday bows low.

Vyrn: U-uh... Nice to see you be mature about this.

Friday: Ruining the parade like this... I have to make up for it somehow.

Friday: There's only one course left! I shall sing for everyone!

Vyrn: What kinda logic jump is that!

Friday: Don't worry! I may not look like it, but I'm actually a pretty good singer!

Friday: FRIED SHRIMP!

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry!

After receiving a signal from Friday, the FRIED SHRIMP begins to lift off.

Vyrn: I told you! To hold! Your horses!

Friday: Why would you stop what the people want to hear?

As Friday and Vyrn argue, the FRIED SHRIMP releases a barrage of colorful fireworks across the night sky.

Lyria: Oh, wow! You can make fireworks?

Vikala: Now that's a real pretty sight!

Vikala: Hey, Friday. I just came up with a little something. Mind if I borrow your pal for a sec?

Friday: Huh? I don't mind, but... What are you planning to do?

Vikala: You'll see!

Vikala: Sorry for the trouble, but could you guys bring back everyone that was evacuated?

Without missing a beat, Vikala dashes off for the forest, beckoning the FRIED SHRIMP to follow.

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry? Fry, fry, fry?

When the visitors return, they find Vikala and the FRIED SHRIMP on top of a parade float.

Visitor 1: Isn't that... the thing that caused the fires? Is this really okay?

Vikala: Hey, hey, everyone! Sorry for the hiccup earlier! But we've smoothed everything out!

Vikala: I know it was pretty dicey for a second, but actually, this one's a special pal of mine! We're going to be putting on a special parade for you, so we hope you'll like it!

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry?

Confused, the FRIED SHRIMP turns its gaze here and there.

Vikala: You know, normally I fail at everything I do and cause trouble for everyone. So I understand what it's like to be down on yourself.

Vikala: But this place is a land of smiles! A Utopia for all! No matter who you are, you can shine brighter than the stars!

Vikala: How about it? Let those fireworks fly and light up the night sky!

FRIED SHRIMP: Fry!

With renewed confidence, it unleashes a rainbow of color into the air.

Visitor 1: Oh! Now that's a show!

The visitors gradually forget their fear as they take in the brilliant spectacle.

Vajra: Nice idea, Vicky! Pretty clever, spinning the incident into a parade prep accident.

Joy: FRIED SHRIMP looks so happy! Everyone is happy!

Due to Vikala's quick thinking, the parade is saved, and the rest of the evening is spent in lively cheer.

Vikala: Haha! Thanks for letting us end the year with a bang!

After the parade, Vikala escorts her helper back to Friday and the rest of the group.

Friday: I should be the one thanking you for showing me a new side of my FRIED SHRIMP!

Friday: Heh... Seeing its growth makes me realize I have to change too.

Lyria: Huh? What do you mean?

Friday: I've realized that simply encouraging a fulfilling lifestyle isn't enough for Premium Friday!

Friday: There has to be more to it! Which is why FRIED SHRIMP and I will be leaving on a journey to search for something new!

Vikala: Huh... I have to admit, you think up some pretty interesting ideas!

Vikala: Why don't I give you a hand? I'll be pretty free once I've handed my duties over to the next year's spirit.

Friday: You'd be willing to? Nothing would please me more than having a popular friend like you on board!

Lyria: I'm sure you'll be able to find something great with Vikala's help!

Friday: Sorry, (Captain), but I'll be away for a little while...

Friday: For the time being, I'll send you monthly records of your past fights as thanks for all your help!

Friday: Don't miss me too much! I might be back before you know it!

Hopping onto her FRIED SHRIMP, Friday soars off into the night.

Vikala: It's getting late, so I should be going too.

Vikala: Have a happy New Year, everyone!

Lyria & Vyrn: You too!

1. Have a happy New Year!

Choose: Have a happy New Year!

Despite the chaos and hot oil, (Captain) and the crew spend the rest of the year relaxing in peace.