Scenario:Sandira - Guardian of the South
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Guardian of the South
(Captain)'s crew is at the Horse Temple to assist Sandira with the Rite of the Ringing Bow. Upon talking with different visitors, Sandira finds herself lacking insight on the current Sky Realm. She decides to travel with (Captain) and company in order to gain the knowledge that she needs.
With (Captain) and the Divine Generals' help, Sandira wakes from her 108-year slumber and takes on the task of serving as the year spirit once more.
Today, (Captain) and company are at the Horse Temple to help with Sandira's Rite of the Ringing Bow.
Sandira: Thank you for coming, everyone. I am most grateful for your assistance today.
Vyrn: Hey, Sandira! This sure is a whole lotta people, huh? Probably more than the last time you did this.
Sandira: Yes, more people are attending as the days go by. I have you and the other Divine Generals to thank for spreading the word.
Kurokko: They've only sent us a minimal number of attendants from the Skydome Temple, so we're really short on hands.
Shirokko: Seriously, they're such cheapskates! I mean, Sandira literally just woke up!
Sandira: Come now, you two! They are plenty busy with threats from the Grand Uplift, so I am thankful for any help they can spare.
Sandira: However, I do feel indebted to Lord (Captain)'s crew for coming all this way to answer my plea for assistance.
Lyria: That's okay! Actually, we'd love to help out more!
Sandira: Thank you, Lyria. Your words are most encouraging indeed.
Kurokko: Sandira, let's get going. It's time for the Rite of the Ringing Bow to start.
Sandira: Well then, everyone. Let us proceed with the rituals for today.
Gracefully bowing her head, Sandira is about to head for the main hall to begin the rite when Shirokko stops her.
Shirokko: Sandira! The bow's over here! That's just a branch in your hand!
Sandira: Huh! Oh, thank you, Shirokko...
Lyria: Ahaha... I wonder if Sandira's feeling nervous.
Vyrn: She's gotta be... But we'll be there for her! Won't we, (Captain)?
As a multitude of visitors watch intently, Sandira draws the string of her bow, the sound echoing across the grounds.
Despite the crew's worries, Sandira carries out the rite without a hitch.
Lyria: You were so cool, Sandira!
Vyrn: I was worried seein' how nervous you were, but you did an amazing job!
Kurokko: Well, of course! She's been working hard and practicing all this time!
Shirokko: This way for the Horse Temple stamp!
Lyria: Whoa... So many people followed Shirokko to line up in front of Sandira!
Vyrn: That's a huge crowd... Are they all linin' up for a stamp?
Kurokko: That's right! Sandira's got really pretty writing, so everyone wants the stamp from her.
Kurokko: A lot of people are taking this chance to talk with her too!
Lyria: Oh, wow... Talking while giving out so many stamps can't be an easy job. Sandira's doing so well...
Vyrn: We can't afford to stand around either! Let's get to work!
Father: I have a fifteen-year-old daughter, you see. I'd really like her to be happy when she grows up, so I can't help but worry.
Sandira: Fifteen years old... Yes, I can see how you may be worried about her future.
Sandira: She is at the age where even marriage has become a matter to consider.
Sandira: I understand it is customary for the family to provide household essentials when the time comes. Have preparations been made already?
Father: Marriage? Household? Er, I'm sure those will be important things to think about at some point...
Father: But right now, I'm more worried about... the direction of her life in general. I just hope her future will be a happy and peaceful one.
Father: As for the prospect of marriage... fifteen's a bit early... don't you think?
Sandira: I-is it now?
Kurokko: Sandira, times are different now. Especially stuff like marriage.
Sandira: R-really?
Sandira: M-my apologies! It was a mere... jest!
Oho, ohoho...
Oho, ohoho...
Father: Right...
After listening to the man's troubles, Sandira carefully writes and applies a stamp to the paper.
Sandira: He seemed satisfied, but perhaps I could have handled that better...
Sandira: Whew... I believe that was the last person requiring a stamp from me.
Sandira: There were quite a few times where I was unable to keep up with the topics of conversation...
???: You tryin' to pick a fight or somethin'!
Vyrn: Wh-what's going on?
Mean-Mugged Visitor: You bet! Guess I gotta spell it out for a half-wit like you to get it, huh?
Stout Visitor: You little... Hah, say it to my face!
Lyria: Oh no... Looks like a fight's broken out...
Sandira: A ceremonial sumo bout, mayhap?
Lyria: Oh, is that what it is?
Sandira: I have heard of a yearly ritual where strong men participate in a duel, as a prayer for an abundant harvest. It's heartening to see such tradition still alive and well.
Mean-Mugged Visitor: You want a piece of me?
Stout Visitor: I'll beat ya to a bloody pulp!
Vyrn: Okay, nah, that's a fight for sure!
Lyria: Yes, before somebody gets hurt!
Vyrn: (Captain)! You got sumo for brains or somethin'? We needa stop 'em!
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(Captain) and company step in between the two men and manage to calm the situation.
Vyrn: Whew... Suddenly I'm feelin' exhausted.
Lyria: There was a lot going on, and so many people all around.
Sandira: I am utterly worthless...
Lyria: Please don't be so hard on yourself, Sandira! You did your best!
Sandira: Thank you. Today has helped me realize that I am still inadequate in many aspects.
Sandira: I must educate myself on the norms and standards of today's society.
Sandira: But how does one go about doing so?
Choose: You wanna come with us?
Sandira: Me? With all of you? I'm afraid I am rather inexperienced... Would it not be an inconvenience to your crew?
Lyria: Not at all! Together, we can learn all that today's skies have to offer!
Lyria: Yeah! We can learn and experience things together, Sandira!
Sandira: Together? You mean to... invite me to travel with your crew?
Vyrn: Heheh, that's right. We're happy to welcome you on board!
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Sandira: Th-thank you so much! That makes me very happy indeed!
Sandira: I may be lacking in many areas, but I promise to do my best!
With that, the year spirit joins (Captain)'s crew, embarking on a new quest to learn about the current world.
The daunting task of catching up on 108 years of lost time fills her heart with both doubt and wonder.