Scenario:Elmott - Fiery Expectations

Fiery Expectations

On the recommendation of the Mysteria Academy of Magic, the Pyrotechnicians' Guild asks Elmott to help them create a new type of firework for the Fireworks Fair. Eager to live up to the faith placed in him, Elmott accepts the request and receives a yukata to wear on the day of the event.

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One day, a letter is delivered to the Grandcypher.

Although otherwise an ordinary job request, one peculiar aspect stands out...

Elmott: The client asked for me by name?

Elmott: Wait, is that letter from Mysteria? Don't tell me they're beggin' me to come teach there again.

Lyria: No, it looks like the client belongs to a group called the Pyrotechnicians' Guild.

Lyria: According to the request, they want you to help them develop some new fireworks.

Elmott: Fireworks? Now I'm even more confused why they picked me.

Elmott: I mean, I like fireworks as much as the next guy, but I don't get what they expect me to do.

Vyrn: So what's the verdict? If you don't wanna go, you can always turn 'em down.

Elmott: Turn 'em down? Who said anything about that?

Elmott: No clue what their game is, but they sent the request 'cause they need my help.

Elmott: So I ain't got any reason to refuse. I'll do what I can to pitch in.

Lyria: Okay! Then let's set sail for the island!

(Captain) and the crew make their way to the island indicated in the letter.

Pyrotechnician 1: Thank you for coming, (Captain)! And you too, Elmott!

Pyrotechnician 1: I'm the Pyrotechnicians' Guild representative who sent the letter.

Pyrotechnician 2: So you're Elmott, the Flame Maestro! It's an honor to meet you!

Elmott: Huh? Who came up with that nickname?

Elmott: I dunno what made you single me out for this job, but I think there's been some kinda mix-up.

Pyrotechnician 1: Whatever do you mean!

Pyrotechnician 1: We heard all about you from everyone at the Mysteria Academy of Magic!

Elmott: I should've known...

Lyria: You talked to people from the academy?

Pyrotechnician 1: Yes. In fact, we originally went to the teachers at Mysteria with this request.

Pyrotechnician 1: Every year, members of the Pyrotechnicians' Guild from all over the skies gather on this island for an event called the Fireworks Fair.

Pyrotechnician 2: The fair is a place for us to show off our latest fireworks. It draws a large number of attendees, making it as lively as a festival.

Pyrotechnician 2: And with this being the fair's hundredth anniversary, our motivation is at an all-time high...

Mr. Bertrand: Hmm, I see. So you want to develop a new type of firework to commemorate the centennial of the Fireworks Fair.

Mr. Bertrand: And that's why you reached out to our school.

Pyrotechnician 1: Yes. We assumed that Mysteria Academy must have teachers highly proficient in fire magic.

Pyrotechnician 2: We need your help to create a brand-new, never-before-seen fireworks display!

Ms. Miranda: That sounds like quite a blast—literally! We'd love to lend a hand, wouldn't we, Mr. Bertrand?

Mr. Bertrand: Oh ho ho, yes indeed. We certainly have no shortage of teachers skilled in fire magic here at the academy.

Mr. Bertrand: That being said, one of our finest flame wielders happens to be away at the moment.

Pyrotechnician 1: Really? And who might that be?

Ms. Miranda: Oh! I know, I know!

Mr. Bertrand: I'm sure the other instructors and students would recommend him as well.

Mr. Bertrand: As luck would have it, a number of our students were taught by him previously. I suggest you speak with them.

Tsubasa: The best fire mage in the biz? Hmm... I guess that'd have to be ol' Blazin' Teach himself.

Tsubasa: Nobody can hold a candle to that guy when it comes to flames. He gets fired up in more ways than one.

Killa Taiga: You're awful honest when he ain't around. You some kinda Blazin' Teach fanboy?

Tsubasa: Huh? Quit talkin' out your ass, Taiga!

Yung Rintaro: Take it easy, Tsubasa!

Yung Rintaro: If you're lookin' for Teach, (Captain)'s crew oughta be able to get in touch with him for ya!

Pyrotechnician 1: A master of flames endorsed by both students and teachers at the Mysteria Academy of Magic, the pinnacle of sorcery itself...

Pyrotechnician 1: We thought certain that such a brilliant mage would be able to assist us, so we decided to offer you the job.

Vyrn: Wow! You're somethin' else, Elmott!

Lyria: Everyone at Mysteria must think so highly of you!

Elmott: Those damn softies, talkin' their mouths off like that behind my back...

Elmott: (I'd better deliver, or I'll make 'em look bad for vouchin' for me...)

Pyrotechnician 2: So Elmott... Will you accept our request?

Elmott: Sure, bring it on. Not like I was plannin' to turn you guys down in the first place.

Elmott: I've always had a soft spot for fireworks anyway. So since you asked, I'll whip up the most wicked flames you've ever seen.

Pyrotechnician 1: Wonderful—thank you so much! We look forward to working with you.

Pyrotechnician 2: Oh, I almost forgot! Hold on—I'll be right back!

Pyrotechnician 2: Here we are! This is for you, Elmott!

Elmott: What is this? A yukata?

Pyrotechnician 1: There's actually one more part to the request—we were hoping you'd act as our fuse lighter on the day of the fair.

Pyrotechnician 1: And we'd like you to wear this yukata for your role, if you wouldn't mind.

Pyrotechnician 2: It's woven from flame-retardant fibers, custom-made for the Pyrotechnicians' Guild!

Lyria: Wow, what a beautiful yukata! Why don't you try it on?

Elmott: Hah... Aren't ya gettin' ahead of yourselves? The fair's still a ways off.

Elmott: Still... it's pretty comfy.

1. You look so cool!
2. I can't wait for the fair!

Choose: You look so cool!

Elmott: Thanks... Kinda embarrassing gettin' complimented to my face like that though...

Vyrn: But it really fits you to a tee! The red gives it that whole Elmott vibe!

Elmott: Ah... Yeah, the color's pretty nice. And if it's resistant to flames, then all the better.

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Choose: I can't wait for the fair!

Elmott: We're supposed to be entertainin' the guests here, y'know. It'd be wrong not to bring our A game.

Elmott: Still, I'd be lyin' if I said I wasn't kinda keyed up deep down.

Lyria: Hehe... You must be really excited, Elmott!

Elmott: Pssh. Nah, that ain't it.

Elmott: It's just, well...

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Elmott: I can't afford to drop the ball after they've done all this work. That's all there is to it.

Elmott's tone hints at annoyance as he gazes down at his yukata.

However, the smile playing on his lips suggests that he is not entirely displeased.