Scenario:Kolulu - No Swimsuit, No Summer

No Swimsuit, No Summer

The crew makes plans to visit the sunny beaches of Auguste, but Kolulu doesn't have a swimsuit. Fortunately for her, the fashionable trio of Io, Chloe, and La Coiffe take her to a nearby island to procure such a garment. Upon arriving, however, they learn that all of the island's swimsuits were stolen. The girls make quick work of the thieves and find the perfect summer outfit for Kolulu.

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Kolulu not in crew

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When (Captain) and the crew first encountered Kolulu, she was collapsed due to ravenous hunger.

But once she was back on her feet, they learned that she was a prizefighter whose winnings were almost all embezzled by her rotten manager.

After a stern conversation with the dastard, he saw the error of his ways, leaving Kolulu free to travel the skies aboard the Grandcypher.

The summer sun beats down on Kolulu's face.

She basks in the warm glow, barely noticing a smiling Io running hurriedly toward her.

Io: Hey, Kolulu!

Kolulu: Mm? Why are you so frantic?

Io: Hehe. Well, I just thought you'd like to know your wildest dreams are about to come true!

Kolulu: Oog! Will I truly receive the chance to dive into a sea of stew? When? How soon can we get there?

Io: The heck are you talking about? Hah, I know I said wildest dreams, but that's a new one on me.

Kolulu: Golly, I beg of your forgiveness. It seems that I've confused dreams for simple wants.

Io: You got the sea part right at least—Auguste! Didn't you say you wanted to go someday?

Kolulu: Yes, yes! I certainly did say that I wanted to venture to Auguste!

Kolulu: Where else could one partake in the delicious bounty of the ocean! The very thought fills me with emotion!

Kolulu: But we wouldn't be going there simply for fun, would we? What kind of job have we accepted?

Io: About that, it's hard to say whether this is more mission or distraction...

Io: Siero is holding an eating contest in Auguste, and we received an invitation.

Kolulu: An eating... contest?

Io: Yep! Exactly what it sounds like! (Captain) was looking for participants from the crew, so how about you volunteer?

Kolulu: Hm, gormandizing for sport would mean eating a whole sea's worth of food...

Kolulu: Who am I kidding, I wholeheartedly accept!

Io can't help but grin at Kolulu as the tiny spearwoman's mind races with thoughts of fish both fresh and shelled.

Io: Eating ourselves silly is one thing, but we'll have to get ready for the beach too.

Io: You don't have a swimsuit, do you, Kolulu? We had better go buy one.

???: Ooh la la! This totes sounds like a convo I wanna be a part of.
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???: You know what they say—the right swimsuit can make or break your beach vacay!

Kolulu and Io turn to greet the pair of cheery voices.

Kolulu: Ah, it's a pleasure to see you again, Chloe and La Coiffe.

Chloe: Shucks, make a girl blush why don'tcha!
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La Coiffe: I heard that there's a nearby island with a swimwear sale going on. Should we check it out?

Kolulu: Yes! Let us be on our merry way!

With the promise of bathing suit glory on the horizon, the four gals set off for the nearby island.

But when they arrive...

They find rows of deserted shops lining even emptier streets.

La Coiffe: Huh. Well this is unexpected. I swore I heard about a big swimsuit sale, but none of these stores are open.

Io: There's a shopkeeper over there. Maybe we can ask her what's going on.

Io: Excuse me, ma'am. Is the market closed today?

Shopkeeper: Well, not exactly. Today was supposed to be our annual swimwear blowout, but it's just not going to happen.

Kolulu: Oog?

Kolulu presses the shopkeeper for more details.

Shopkeeper: You see, this morning, our shipment of bathing suits went missing while I had my back turned.

Kolulu: Hm... Perhaps someone merely misplaced the goods?

Shopkeeper: I thought so as well, but the same thing has happened to all of the other stores in the market. I'm afraid we have a thief on our hands.

Io: Argh, what jerks!

Kolulu: Io?

Io: How is anyone supposed to make the most of Auguste without their summer best! This crime won't go unpunished!

Chloe: I'm with ya, girl. This is the kinda BS that does not fly.
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La Coiffe: But why would anyone steal so much swimwear in the first place?

La Coiffe: It's not like there's a black market for such a thing—and even if the goal was cash, you'd think they would try to steal something more expensive in the first place.

Kolulu: Hm...

Kolulu thinks back to a past job—one where she dealt with a particularly slimy rascal.

Kolulu: Long ago, I encountered a chap who bought out all of the high demand goods from an area, simply to raise their market value even more.

Kolulu: Now that we find ourselves with a dearth of wet suits, the value of swimwear will similarly skyrocket.

Kolulu: I propose that the thieves aim to monopolize the market, so that they can set whatever exorbitant price they wish.

Kolulu: We must punish these ne'er-do-wells who would destroy the local economy to suit their own greedy aims!

Io: If the stock went missing this morning, that means they're probably still trying to move the merch!

Kolulu: In which case, there's only one place they could have gone... Quickly! To the port!

The Three: Tallyho!

Thus the four would-be swimsuit avengers speed off toward the port.

They make it just in time to see a gaggle of men loading a freighter with cargo.

Kolulu: Excuse us, kind sirs, but may we ask you a question?

???: What'sat? Sorry, but we're in a rush 'ere. Go bother somebody else.

La Coiffe: That sure is a lot of boxes ya got there. I wonder what's inside of 'em. Think you could give us a sneak peek?

???: Uh, materials. Yeah, uh, ceramic tiles. Careful with that! You move it, and everything inside'll shatter!

Chloe, unabashed, points to a colorful piece of fabric spilling out of one of the boxes.

Chloe: Hah! Dude, I didn't know they made tile that soft n' squishy.
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???: Eep! Um, yeah, that's right! Last week's shipment was tile, but this week's is textiles. Tailor from the next island over made a big order!

The man's face turns bright red as he shoves the swimsuit back into the crate.

Kolulu: Grrr...

???: What's with the sour face? You have something against tailors?

Kolulu: Grrr...

Kolulu's steely stare soon has the man sweating bullets. He reaches into his back pocket for what he thinks is his handkerchief to dab at his forehead.

???: Phew...

???: Yo, bro! Look what you're holding... That's half of a two-piece.

Bikini Bandit: Wha? Aaaaaah!

Chloe: You just used a bikini as a towel, genius. Ell oh ell.
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Io: Do you know how hard it is to have fun on the beaches of Auguste without swimsuits?

Io: Almost as hard as it's going to be for you guys to walk, after we're done with you.

Bikini Bandit: Guess someone was bound to find out sooner or later! We'll just have to shut you brats up before you go blabbing!

Kolulu: Hmph!

It only takes Kolulu a moment.

Before the swimsuit thieves can even finish their insults, they're looking up at the sky, bodies aching with mysterious pain.

Kolulu: Enemies of the beach! Accept your punishment!

Bikini Bandits: We're soooorry!

With the outlaws trounced, and the swimwear liberated, the girls head back to the market.

Shopkeeper: Thank you so much for saving our supply!

Shopkeeper: Please, I would love for you to have a swimsuit of your choice. Consider it a gesture of gratitude.

Kolulu: I certainly appreciate the gesture. But you've suffered a great setback from this event, so I must decline.

Io: Hehe, that's right. Putting those thieves in their place was reward enough for us.

Kolulu: Hehe. If you truly wish to compensate us, then all I ask is that you be more vigilant as you monger your wares!

Shopkeeper: You've got it!

With the shop back open, the girls return to their original mission: finding the proper beach attire for Kolulu.

Kolulu: Oog. They are all quite adorable. How does one choose with so many options?

La Coiffe: Let's see. How about we narrow it down to your favorite style first?

La Coiffe goes about the store selecting various garments. She then lines them up and explains their designs.

La Coiffe: This is called a triangle top bikini. It's simple and looks good on any figure.

Kolulu: Hm... An option with sex appeal.

La Coiffe: Here we have a one-piece. These are a good choice if you want to cover up, and they come in a variety of designs, so they're fairly popular.

La Coiffe: Next up is probably the easiest choice, as it can bring out the princess in anyone—the frill bikini!

Io: Whoa! That is so cute!

Chloe: What about this one? It's got Chloe Certified™ written all over it!

As the three couture titans collide, their fashion frenzy only escalates.

Kolulu, however, stands off to the side, unable to make heads or tails of their suggestions.

Kolulu: Oog...

Io: Hang on, girls! Kolulu, are you okay?

Kolulu: I didn't expect swimsuit selection to be such a trying task. Haha...

La Coiffe: No problem. Let's just change how we're approaching it. How about we focus on what kind of image you want to give off? How's that sound?

Kolulu: There's only one impression I wish to convey! That of a sophisticated lady!

La Coiffe: Ooh, a fancy gal, are you? Well, who's our most ladylike crewmember...?

The Three: Rosetta!

Kolulu: Ah, of course. There are none more graceful than her aboard the Grandcypher.

Kolulu: Now, let us find a swimsuit reminiscent of her grace!

La Coiffe, taken by rosy inspiration, quickly finds a swimsuit for Kolulu and sends the girl to a dressing room.

But tragedy strikes.

Kolulu: I believe I'm not yet ready for this kind of attire.

Io: Aww. Haha. That's okay. I'm on a journey to become a proper lady myself. We can take it nice and easy.

Kolulu: ...

La Coiffe places a hand on Kolulu's shoulder in an attempt to ease her concern.

La Coiffe: There, there. Tell you what. Let's make you a custom swimsuit.

Chloe: Yeah, love. Operation Koludorable Swimsuit is a go!
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Kolulu: Thank you, everyone!

Io, Chloe, and La Coiffe work quickly, sparing no expense in procuring the finest pieces in order to create Kolulu's custom outfit.

Io: Yep, I think we've outdone ourselves!

Chloe: Heck yes. We are—and I can't emphasize this enough—the best!

La Coiffe: This will make Kolulu look absolutely ravishing! And it's even adjustable, so she has room to grow into it!

With the beachwear chosen and altered, the trio select some final accessories for the ensemble and throw Kolulu into the dressing room once more.

When she emerges, her radiance illuminates the entire store.

Kolulu: Wow...

La Coiffe: How many lovely ladies does it take to coordinate the perfect summer getup? Only three, if you have us!

Chloe: Ugh, I hate this! Cuteness goals for sure!
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Io: How does it feel, Kolulu?

Kolulu: It's the happiest I've ever felt! Thank you, everyone!

Thanks to the advice of some of her dearest friends, Kolulu has finally found her perfect beach outfit.

Though she's still yet to see the beaches of Auguste, the white sand, the salty breeze, and the bountiful ocean buffets seem closer than ever before.