Scenario:Sato - Unabashed Pride
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Unabashed Pride
Leaving her home behind, Sato leisurely follows the crew's tracks and catches up to them as they're being attacked by bandits. After making a flashy entrance and defeating the criminals, Sato explains that she's on a journey to fulfill her dream and requests to join the crew. (Captain) and friends welcome her aboard, happy to support her however they can.
Some time has passed since Sato left her home, the Ninja Village. After traversing mountains, plains, and the sky, she finds herself in a valley on a certain island.
Her search for the crew has led her here. For a ninja of Sato's caliber, tracking them has been an easy task.
Sato: That hot pot was super good! You don't find spice like that back home in the east!
Sato: The soup and ingredients were bright red. No way Ko or Yu-yu could've eaten that.
Sato: Kinda want to have some again, now that I'm thinking about it... Ugh, no, get a hold of yourself, girl. It's about time you seriously look for Big (Captain) and friends.
Making many pit stops to enjoy all the outside world has to offer, Sato has yet to meet with the targets of her search.
Sato: But Lil' Siero said they'd be coming to this village for a request... They should be here soon.
Sato: I just have to wait. Someone cute and smart like me can't be wrong.
Right as she finishes speaking, the sound of distant gunfire catches her attention.
Sato: That sounded like it came from over there. Wonder what's going on.
Bandit: Two brats and a lizard, huh? Should've known better than to take a hike in these here woods.
Vyrn: The heck is your problem! You always shoot your gun like that before sayin' hello?
Bandit: The lizard talks? Now I've really seen everything.
Bandit: Heh... Bet you'll sell for a pretty rupie.
Vyrn: Yeah? Try and catch me if you can, big guy!
Sato: There they are. Aside from the sticky situation, everyone seems to be doing okay.
Sato: Hold on... This might actually be my chance to shine.
Sato: A true ninja should be able to take out evil quickly with no sound and max style.
Sato: Since I'll probably be saving a lotta people down the line, I should practice.
Nodding to herself, Sato tries to think of an impressive pose to assume.
Sato: Hmm... I got some posing practice in as a kid, but... None of those ideas were that cute.
Sato: I've gotta look cool and charming at the same time... and come in with a line that'll leave an impression.
Bandit: If you know what's good for ya, you'll leave your lizard and wallet and scram!
Sato: Should I let my blade catch the light and shine dramatically? Or maybe I'll hold my shuriken next to my face at this angle...
Lyria: We refuse! You can't have Vyrn!
Sato: Then when I come in, I'll say, "Through the veil of night, the ninja of justice..."
Sato: Wait, it's the middle of the day. That won't work.
Sato: Actually, how's everything going in the meantime?
The pondering ninja abruptly raises her head to check on the crew.
Vyrn: That's what I'm talking about! Show these punks who's boss!
Sato: Ah, crap. They're gonna finish kicking their butts before I finish brainstorming.
Sato: Guess I shouldn't have expected anything less from Big (Captain).
Sato: I'll figure the posing out later. For now, it's showtime.
Sato: Ninja Art: Brown Sugar Blast!
Bandit: Gaaah!
Vyrn: Whoa, what was that?
Lyria: Did I just hear "ninja art"? That must be...
Sato: Aw, that entry would've been so much more awesome if I had a cool line prepped.
Sato: With all the sightseeing and good eats, I totally forgot about prep...
Lyria: Satty!
Sato: Surpiiise. Heya, guys.
The crew's eyes go wide as Sato, showing off her ninja skills, appears out of the blue.
Despite her complaints, Sato is plenty satisfied to see that her entrance still made an impact.
Lyria: Whatever that move was, it was amazing!
Sato: Ehehe, thanks! Would've preferred a little more flair, but it is what it is.
Vyrn: Yeah! That was a nice one!
Sato: Please, you had it handled. I just showed up to hog some of the spotlight.
Sato: But I guess you're too nice not to say thanks. You're all such good kiddos.
Vyrn: Uh, not that it's not good to see ya, but... What're you doing here? That's a lotta luggage you're lugging around.
Vyrn gestures to the large furoshiki at Sato's feet.
Sato: Oh, this? Everyone back home put it together after hearing I was going on a journey.
Sato: There's veggies and fruits grown in our village... And some pickled veggies Gran Gran made. These are for you, actually.
Vyrn: Er... Thanks.
Vyrn: (Gran Gran? Who's that?)
Vyrn: Hold on... So you left home?
Sato: Sure did. I've been looking for you guys since.
Sato: I said I'd come and hang out, remember?
Lyria: You did! I can't believe you made it!
Sato: Yeah, except I'm not here to just hang out. I've got a request.
Sensing the shift in tone, (Captain) gives full attention to the suddenly serious ninja.
Sato: I'm gonna become a true ninja someday. I've still got a long way to go, but it'll happen.
Sato: True ninjas are, like, the epitome of cool, but nobody in the skies knows that yet.
Sato: Honestly, there's even places that think of them as nothing more than cowardly assassins that hide out of sight...
Sato: I can't stand it. I want to show them all what ninjas should be.
Sato: So I'm gonna become an example to everyone. I'll be the change I want to see.
Sato: But, like, traveling alone is kinda boring, so I was wondering if I could tag along with you...
Sato: Would that be... okay?
Lyria: Satty...
Vyrn: A journey to clear the ninja name, huh? That's a pretty huge responsibility, but don't worry! We've got your back!
Lyria: Yeah! We'll help however we can, right, (Captain)?
Choose: Sure will! Welcome aboard!
Sato: Ehehe, thanks. I don't know much about skyfaring, but I'll do my best to pull my weight.
Vyrn: Anything you wanna know, just ask! You couldn't have picked a better crew to join.
Sato: That's for sure. I get the feeling my dream'll come true in a flash with you guys backing me up.
Sato: I can see it now... All the skies'll be singing praises to Ninja Sato the Brilliant Beauty!
Sato: Once I'm famous, I can spend the rest of my days kicking it back and relaxing... Ehehe...
Vyrn: Don't tell me that's been your actual goal this whole time...
Sato: So you were headed to a nearby village before the rude interruption, right? I'll help with the request you've got lined up.
Sato: With me by your side, we can wrap it up fast and get some nice eats with the extra free time.
Lyria: Tasty food always sounds good to me!
Vyrn: Sheesh, we got another lively one, huh?
Successfully reunited with (Captain) and crew, Sato can now truly begin her foray into the wide-open skies.
Unabashed Pride: Scene 2
Sato and crew arrive in a village to help them deal with a man-eating flower. They learn that the flower was previously defeated by a ninja who worked from the shadows, leaving only a throwing kunai behind. Sato is impressed, but also begins to question whether or not she can become a true ninja if she wants to be credited for her work. As she ponders this, a village girl rushes in begging for help.
Village Chief: Welcome, welcome!
Vyrn: Eep!
Village Chief: Well, aren't you kiddos cute as a button!
Lyria: H-hello, we're here for a request!
Village Chief: That so, that so? You came all the way out here just for us? Bless your hearts!
Vyrn: C-can you go easy on the rubbing? I ain't no pet!
Vyrn: Anyway, are you the one we're supposed to talk to about the request?
Village Chief: Oh, that's right! We've got quite the predicament on our hands, let me tell you.
The elderly woman introduces herself as the chief of the village.
As it turns out, the situation is a lot more serious than her high spirits would imply.
Vyrn: A man-eating flower? That doesn't sound good!
Village Chief: You've sure got that right!
After shouting as loud as Vyrn, the chief clears her throat before continuing.
Village Chief: Ahem... You see, that flower grows in the nearby forest.
Village Chief: Every fifty years, when it blooms, the man-eater comes to terrorize the village...
Vyrn: Gulp...
Village Chief: The flower's not bloomed yet, but it's nearly been fifty years since the last incident.
Village Chief: Only a matter of time, we believe... Hehehe...
Lyria: Is it just me, or did the room get colder?
Village Chief: Anyway, not too long ago a couple of folks noticed that the flower was budding.
Village Chief: With danger around the corner, we sent out a request for help.
Sato: Hmm, if it's still in that state, then maybe we can strike before it starts hunting.
Sato: By the way, do you know how they took it down the last time?
Village Chief: That's a mighty fine question!
The chief rushes elsewhere in the house and returns at a speed no ordinary senior would manage.
Village Chief: Take a gander!
Sato: This is...
Lyria: A tool made out of metal? Or a weapon?
The chief holds out a hand-sized object with a sharp, pointed blade on one end.
Village Chief: This here's a precious relic of the village, passed down to me from the previous chief.
Village Chief: Fifty years ago, when the village went to check on the flower... They found it withered up already, with this stuck at the base of its roots.
Village Chief: No clue who did it, but whoever it was saved us all—a true hero!
Vyrn: Can I see it?
Huh, it's kinda heavy for me...
Huh, it's kinda heavy for me...
Village Chief: Did you know the tip of that thing's covered in poison? I'd be careful if I were you.
Vyrn: Eek!
Vyrn: Why didn't you say so earlier? You tryin' to give me a heart attack?
Village Chief: Hehe, it's probably fine though. Surely after fifty years that poison's no good. Surely.
Vyrn: Gah, someone get this thing away from me!
As Vyrn fearfully grips the object as far away from the blade as possible, Sato calmly extends her hand out.
Sato: Can I see it?
Just like I thought... This is a throwing kunai.
Just like I thought... This is a throwing kunai.
Lyria: A throwing kunai? What's that?
Sato: It's a pretty standard weapon in a ninja's arsenal. I also carry my own around.
Lyria: Wow! Does that mean it was a ninja that saved everyone before?
Sato: Looks like it. But there's no name or any kind of identifying inscription on this, so I'm just guessing.
Village Chief: A ninja, you say? Now that's wonderful to hear!
Sato: You're... oddly happy to find that out. Why is that?
Village Chief: Everyone in the village owes their lives to the owner of this weapon! Of course I'd be happy to learn more about them!
Village Chief: Deary me, to think you skyfarers not only came to rescue us, but also brought precious knowledge about our hero!
Village Chief: Blessed be this day! I'm so happy I could die on the spot!
Lyria: Please don't!
Sato: Kidding aside, I can tell the owner of this kunai means a lot to your village.
Sato: Hehe... That's awesome.
Vyrn: Sure is cool, huh? Didn't take credit or anything. Just beat the monster and left!
In the midst of internally celebrating this new knowledge, Vyrn's words give Sato pause.
Sato: (No wonder Ko always said ninjas should work from the shadows... Definitely adds a coolness factor.)
Sato: (But if it were me...)
Sato: I'd want people to know I was the one that put in the effort.
Sato: (My whole goal is to spread my name far and wide. But maybe that goes against what a true ninja should be?)
Sato: Hmm...
Lyria: Satty?
Lyria, noticing that Sato is staring intensely at the kunai in her hand, tries to ask her if something is wrong, but the sound of approaching footsteps makes her pause.
Village Girl: Chief, you have to help! The flower got my brother!
Sato: ...!
Unabashed Pride: Scene 3
Rescuing the village girl's brother from the man-eating flower, Sato uses her own kunai to stun the monster, allowing (Captain) to defeat it. Grateful, the village chief asks to keep Sato's kunai as a protective relic, to which she agrees on the condition that her name be engraved on it and records are kept of the crew's helpful deed. The experience shows Sato that she can both help others and openly take pride in her work without compromising her goal of becoming a true ninja.
Vyrn: Found 'em! Over there!
Man-Eating Flower: Grawr!
Village Boy: Ahhh! Help me!
After running all the way to the forest from the chief's home, the crew make one last dash to reach their mark.
Lyria: Hold on, we'll get you out of this!
The large monster has the young boy within its grasp, ready to swallow him whole.
Man-Eating Flower: Grrr!
Vyrn: It can move? Watch out—it's coming this way!
Vyrn: Crap, it's using the kid as a meat shield!
Man-Eating Flower: Rooooar!
Choose: Don't worry, I've got this!
Before the captain can act, the monster suddenly freezes.
Man-Eating Flower: Grawr?
Vyrn: H-huh? Why'd it stop?
The crew stares at the frozen monster in confusion, trying to spot the cause of its sudden change.
Sato: Big (Captain)! I've got the kiddo, so feel free to cut loose!
Vyrn: Heck yeah! Let's go, (Captain)!
Village Boy: Next thing I knew, she had me in her arms! I didn't even notice I was free!
Village Girl: Wow! How'd you manage to do that?
Vyrn: Yeah, how did you?
Sato: Ahaha, I just took a page outta the village hero's book and threw one of these at the monster.
In one smooth motion, Sato draws her kunai and waves it around.
Lyria: A throwing kunai! But... it looks a little different than the one the chief had.
Sato: Yep, that's because it's mine.
Sato: Didn't have any poison on me so I couldn't take it down, but I did manage to stick it in a vital spot.
Vyrn: Whoa, you're really something! That explains why it stopped moving. How'd you know where its vital spot was though?
Sato: I just remembered what the chief said about finding that other kunai buried at the base of its roots. Also, I can't take all the credit since you guys had it distracted.
Sato: Can't believe how convenient it is to fight with allies. Ninjas normally work alone, so I'm not used to having so many options in battle.
Sato: Life'll be smooth going for me if we keep this up.
As Sato finishes speaking, the village chief walks up to the group, smiling as brightly as the two children admiring their new hero.
Village Chief: Miss Ninja, I've actually got a favor to ask, if you don't mind...
Sato: From me specifically? What is it?
Village Chief: Would you give that weapon to our village? Consider this the last request of an old lady who's not long for this world!
Sato: Huh? You want... my kunai?
Village Chief: That I do! You used it to save us from that horrible man-eating flower...
Village Chief: Like the second coming of our hero from fifty years ago! This must be fate!
Village Chief: Which is why I'd like to keep both kunai here in the village as protective charms!
Sato: Hmm... Sure, why not?
Village Chief: Really? You don't mind?
Sato: Not at all. But in return...
Sato: Phew... That about does it, I think.
Vyrn: Hey, Ninja Girl!
Lyria: We brought you refreshments! Wanna take a break?
Sato: Oooh, thanks. I just finished, actually, so I've got time.
Vyrn: How'd the engraving go?
Sato: Managed to fit my name in, but that's it. "Ninja Sato the Brilliant Beauty" was a bit too long, sadly.
Vyrn: Pretty sure just your name is good enough...
Sato has agreed to gift the kunai she used against the man-eating plant—on two conditions.
First is that the village keep records of how Ninja Sato and the crew defeated the monster this year. The second is that the kunai be engraved with her name.
Sato: Gotta make sure nobody forgets who this kunai belonged to, no matter how many years pass.
Sato: Hm, you guys want in on this too? Maybe I can squeeze your names in somehow...
Though the thought is appreciated, (Captain) smiles and says no.
Vyrn: That's your kunai, Ninja Girl.
Vyrn: You sure you should be writing your name down in the first place? I thought true ninjas were supposed to work without being noticed...
Sato: About that... I haven't completely made up my mind about it, but...
After spending a few moments collecting her thoughts, Sato begins to explain.
Sato: Ninjas have always moved behind the scenes throughout historical events.
Sato: But no one has any idea about the roles they've played this entire time.
Sato: Sure, it's cool to, like, work in the shadows and leave without being noticed, but...
Sato: My dream is to be known far and wide as Ninja Sato, the brilliant and beautiful, and I won't let anyone take that from me.
Sato: Plus, there's no rule that says spreading my name around means I'm a failure of a ninja.
Sato: As long as I stick to what really matters about our way of life.
Lyria: I like it.
Sato: Huh?
Lyria: Er, not that I know what life is like for ninjas, but...
Lyria: If you don't want to give up on something, then I think it's good you're sticking by that decision.
Lyria: How do I put it... I like that you're treasuring your own feelings on the matter.
Sato: Yeah? Thanks, Lyri-boo.
Sato: I've made up my mind!
After grinning bashfully at Lyria, Sato pumps her fist excitedly into the air.
Sato: I'm gonna work hard so that the kunai I leave here'll be a priceless artifact one day!
Sato: By then, there won't be a single person left in the skies who hasn't heard my name!
Driven by great ambition, the free-spirited girl leaves her first mark on the outside world.
Though this young chick has just started to fly, she's confident she won't lose her way—not with reliable friends at her side and a dream to hold fast to.