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Official Profile

Age Unknown
Height Unknown
Race Primal Beast
Hobbies Playing with Nagaraja
Likes Snakes, dancing, the prayers of people
Dislikes Nothing
Character Release
召喚石としての存在はもちろん、ハイレベルマルチバトルでもグラブルの中で唯一無二の存在感を放ち続ける「シヴァ」が、ブローディア、エウロペに続き、ついにプレイアブル化！
貫禄の火属性SSレアで登場となります！
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* This is an unofficial, amateur translation.
Age 不明
Height 不明
Race 星晶獣
Hobbies ナーガラージャとの戯れ
Likes 蛇、踊り、人の祈り
Dislikes なし
Character Release
召喚石としての存在はもちろん、ハイレベルマルチバトルでもグラブルの中で唯一無二の存在感を放ち続ける「シヴァ」が、ブローディア、エウロペに続き、ついにプレイアブル化！
貫禄の火属性SSレアで登場となります！
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Background

Events

Trivia

Etymology

Special Cutscenes

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Happy Birthday Cutscenes
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1 ✔

In order to commemorate this momentous occasion, I shall grant you the protection of my primordial flame.
Your birth is truly a blessing upon this world, (Captain).
Not even the will of the gods can deny your existence.
No matter the hardships that may befall you, I would counsel that you consider them trials to strengthen your soul, and that you always live your life to the fullest.
2 ✔

Adherent, we face the wondrous occasion of your birthday once more.
The fate that binds you imposes countless trials and tribulations, impeding you every step of the way.
Consider it a guiding light that will lead you to a brighter future.
As such, there is nothing to fear. Follow your heart and tread the path that you believe in.
For I am here to purge all impurities that latch onto your soul with me apocalyptic fire.
3 ✔

A birthday is a reminder of the wondrous life we have been given in this world.
Though you have been given a path to walk, it is laden with many hardships.
But that applies equally for all children of man.
Whether you can overcome those hardships depends on what lies in your heart—never forget that.
And never let fear of hardship overtake you, my adherent. For there is always a path forward.
As long as your prayer remains true, I will guide your soul every step of the way.
After all, there exists no obstacle that cannot be overcome.
4 ✔

The date of your birth has arrived once again, my adherent.
The life given to the children of man seems so short and fleeting in my eyes.
Unfortunately, not all are able to live out the full extent of their life spans.
The children of man are weak... frail. And the world can be harsh.
That is why I am most pleased to see you in good spirits after the passing of another year.
Do not take this for granted, (Captain), and may your days ahead be just as meaningful.
5 ✔

My adherent, it is once again the day of your birth — a momentous occasion indeed.
Praise and blessings be to you, as you have overcome many hardships and have continued to walk righteously to this day without being tainted by evil.
Fate and the divine which governs it can seem most cruel. All manner of difficulties will yet come, seeking to tear away that which you desire most.
However, be not distraught. It is a test equally inflicted on the children of man.
When you have overcome all trials and reach journey's end...
I will honor your life with my greatest blessing.
O my adherent. Hold your desires forever close to your heart and continue down your righteous path.
As long as you may do so, my flame shall remain with you.
Happy New Year Cutscenes
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My passionate adherents have given me an offering of spirits. I would be pleased to share some with you.
Only in adulthood can one partake, you say?
Gwahaha... You needn't worry. This is suitable even for the mouths of babes.
Is it not delectable?

2 ✔

Pin the tail on the donkey? Why would I even consider doing such a thing?
I must shut off my sense of sight and determine the optimal position for a donkey's tail to be attached, you say? What a curious game that the children of man come up with.
Perhaps you can show me more explicitly how this donkey business goes, my adherent.
Surely it can't be too difficult to entertain me a bit.
Hahaha... Who shall be first to pin the tail?

3 ✔

Gaze upon the horizon, my dear adherent. The sun rises.
Refreshing, is it not? To be faced with the dawn of a new year and bid farewell to the old.
The passage of time is swift, especially for the short lives of the children of man.
I ask you this, Adherent. With the time that you have, what do you wish to accomplish?
Hm... An answer eludes you. But the search for one is perhaps another facet of mortal life.
Thoroughly consider yours. Wherever it will lead you... I am very curious to observe.

4 ✔

My adherent, what is in the envelope?
Ah, so that is the New Year's money I often hear about.
The children of man celebrate the young on New Year's by way of monetary gift.
Tell me, my adherent. Are you not a child yourself?
Oh? As captain, you are obligated to be on the side of the giving, I see.
As I am not bound by such rules, allow me to offer you a gift.
It is a celebratory snack called barfi, an offering from other devout adherents.
Even as a captain, a child is still a child. There is no need to hesitate; the barfi is yours.

5 ✔

You appear most distraught, my adherent. Is it not the good day of the New Year?
Oh, is that a New Year's fortune? If I recall correctly, the children of man place much importance on that slip of paper.
Oh? And the result this time disappoints you?
Worry not, child of man. Your mind is a weapon, and you can wield it with ease at the first sight of ill-fortune.
Seeing signs of a storm, we look to the trees for to shield us from the rain. It is much the same idea. Like so, we are able to bend the notion of destiny itself.
And even if you find yourself unable to emerge from the pits of despair, just call my name...
Call upon my name and pray to me. In answer, I will burn away all that plagues you with my diya's flame.
You must hold your head high and meet hardships head-on. Do not let yourself become dispirited.
Yes, just like that. That sparkle in your eyes is proof enough that your path will stretch forever onward.

Valentine's Day Cutscenes
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My adherent, worship Shanti and your heart's desire shall be realized.
I have manifested as you wished. What then would you have from me, child of man?
Have you brought some sort of tribute to me?
What? Valentine's? You must explain in detail.
I see... So that is the meaning of the festival.
Valentine's Day began when devoted adherents offered sweet morsels in heaps.
Not only has this long enduring mystery been resolved, but I have learned a new joy. Allow me to thank you, child of man.
Together with Nagaraja, I shall delight in the sweet flavors you have profered unto me.

2 ✔

My adherent, I have manifested in response to your worship of Shanti.
Ah, yes, today is Valentine's.
It is a kind offering you proffer me with.
Child of man, your face tells me there were many hardships involved.
You failed to grasp the ideal level of sweetness, you say?
Haha... There is no need to take it so hard.
I can feel your devout wishes from this offering.
As my power stems from the prayer of the children of man, I could not ask for a finer tribute from you.
I thank you, child of man.

3 ✔

Oh, is it Valentine's already?
It's fortunate that you've arrived at this day without incident and in good health.
The prayer in your offering speaks out to me.
You have my thanks, my adherent.
This offering is a reflection of your heart. Your earnest prayer shall be a source of strength for me in the days to come.

4 ✔

My adherent, I have manifested in response to your prayer.
Oh, a Valentine's tribute? What a peculiar appearance it takes on.
Ah. You used too intense of a flame in your excitement, I see.
Fortunately the appearance matters little to me.
Nor do I perceive the minor blunder resulting from your devout enthusiasm to be a bad thing.
Nonetheless, I would suggest caution in the future. For the children of man tend to burn easily even at the smallest spark.

5 ✔

Oho, a splendid offering indeed.
Of all of the tributes you have passed to me thus, this is likely the most exquisite.
I cannot begin to fathom the effort that must have gone into this.
Do not interperet this to mean that previous offerings have been inferior.
Everything you have given me has served as excellent succor.
An offering such as this, however, fashioned with your very own hands... I can sense the strength of your thoughts and desires.
I am most pleased with your tribute.
Your prayers have been heard, my adherent.

White Day Cutscenes
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My adherent, I give these to you as a symbol of gratitude. Please take them.
What? White Day?
What is the meaning of that phrase? You must explain in detail.
I see. White Day is the day on which one expresses thanks for Valentine's Day.
The culture of the children of man is filled with mysteries.
Gwaha, and for that reason it is ever fascinating.
I will interpret this as your White Day tribute to me.

2 ✔

My adherent, I come bearing a gift.
A rudraksha seed imbued with my power of protection. It will make for a most splendid lucky charm.
Hm? You find it to be too much as mere thanks for Valentine's?
As I said before, my power stems from the prayer of people.
Your tribute to me permeated with your prayer and venerable wishes.
Thus I firmly believe that my gift to you is of equal value. Won't you accept it?
Splendid. I look forward to your continued prayer, adherent.

3 ✔

It pleases me to see you in good health, my adherent.
Why do you look surprised? Is today not White Day?
Ah, you were so caught up in the daily grind that you forgot, I see.
I permit you to play with Nagaraja.
The serpent himself wishes to frolic with you.
There is no need to hesitate. Take this chance to refresh yourself.

4 ✔

My adherent, I've come to repay you for your tribute last month.
I see signs of affliction clouding your body. Perhaps you are affected by the changing of seasons, a time when the children of man easily get sick.
Allow me to try something.
My apocalyptic fire shall purge you of any afflictions. You will feel like a new person come morning.
I shall watch over you until then. Rest easy, my adherent.

5 ✔

You have come to, but I can still sense weariness behind those eyes, my adherent.
It would seem that you have once again forgotten about "White Day" as you focus on the path ahead.
Understandable, and perhaps this makes for a nice surprise. I've come to repay you for the tribute offered not long ago.
When I first came to visit, you were sound asleep at your desk. I took it upon myself to move you to your bed.
The children of man — they need their rest, no?
Oh, this scent?
I hand-selected this perfumed oil with Nagaraja, in the hope that it will comfort your soul.
The aroma will also serve to ward any evils or misfortune that may seek to harm you.
I imagine it will serve useful to you even away from the frontlines of battle.
Now, you must not resist sleep's sweet embrace any longer.
I need not bespeak you any longer. Rest well, my adherent.

Gift
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Trick or Treat Cutscenes
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My adherent, tonight is the banquet of All Hallow's Eve.
Standing beside the children of man and watching over them, I am familiar with every feast.
Perhaps I will transform into a vetala and wander through carrying a paper lantern in my claws.
Gwahaha... This banquet is as peculiar as it is pleasant.
Let us enjoy the night to the fullest.

2 ✔

All Hallows' Eve has come upon us once again.
I have a favor to ask, adherent. Would you be so kind as to enlighten me on the meaning of this incantation known as "trick or treat"?
Ah... So I see the children of man recite those words in order to indulge their sweet tooth.
And if the desire is not sated with a gift of candy, a trick must ensue in the name of fairness.
The children of man come up with truly strange customs.
The more I know, the more my interest in the mortal world rises.

3 ✔

Adherent, what an unconventional manner of dress.
Beast ears and tail... A costume for All Hallows' Eve, I see.
You require it to procure treats? Hm, a most fascinatingly strange occasion this is.
Well, in that case, I offer you this. It is a treat called modak.
You are most deserving of it, my devout adherent. There is no need to be modest.

4 ✔

My adherent. I've come to answer your prayers for salvation.
Where lies the threat looming over you?
Hm? You find the many tricks on this day of All Hallows' Eve to be overwhelming?
I see. Indeed, the jests of children can be rather unpredictable.
The tricks you faced today must have been quite the ordeal for you to seek salvation from me.
Won't you tell me how exactly the day's events transpired? So that I may better understand the culture of the children of man.

5 ✔

My adherent, we once again find ourselves celebrating All Hallows' Eve.
Yes...
You have told me much before about the customs of this day — of the jovial tricks and jests of the children of man.
My devout adherent, I must admit that I come bearing neither sweets nor gift.
Could that mean that I am to be pranked?
Go ahead, then. I bestow on you the right to do so.
To be honest, I am quite interested in whatever it is you could have in store. Do not be shy, now.
If you are able to amuse me, then I might just reward thee yet with something sweet.

Happy Holidays Cutscenes
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1 ✔

Can you hear them too, my adherent?
The cheerful voices of the children of men are sounding throughout the land.
This eve is a beautiful one.

2 ✔

My adherent, why is it that you look so morose on such a beautiful night?
You're worried about whether you will receive presents this year?
Hm...
Well then, I have a present for you. To confer blessings upon my followers is another one of my duties.
May you accept it in good faith.

3 ✔

Glittering snowflakes fill the sky...
Against the multitude of lights hung about, the town appears to sparkle brighter than before.
A fleeting combination of mortal-made and natural beauty.
Truly a sight to behold. Wouldn't you agree, Adherent?

4 ✔

My adherent, I come with a gift.
A diya lit by my divine fire.
The diya's fire is inextinguishable and wards off evil.
May you spend the holy night with my blessing. A fulfilling occasion it shall be.
As bringing peace to the children of man is one of my duties, seeing them revel in holiday joy is a true delight.
As long as my flame burns bright, I will allow nothing to disturb your peace on this very special night.

5 ✔

My adherent, your worship of Shanti has brought me to manifest. Now, what is your heart's desire on this occasion?
You wished only to speak with me? If that is your heart's desire, then I shall be happy to oblige.
Would you rather linger with me? Tonight, the children of man are spending time together and celebrating a feast, are they not?
I do recall hearing from the red dragon and the girl in blue that there are many who wish to spend this night with you.
I see... It is not of my mind to deny you your heart's desire.
I find our exchanges to be most meaningful.
Very well then, my adherent. Please sit with me and expound on recent tales for as long as you like.

Fate Episodes

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Purification

As part of a mission, the crew receives Shiva's assistance in defeating a powerful monster whose soul is tainted. After the battle, they wash themselves by the riverside, where they run into a pair of siblings and play with them.


For the crew's next job, they visit a deserted village to exterminate the many monsters that have overrun it.
They make their way deep into the village, defeating wave after wave of monsters along the way, before finding the alpha.
Monster: Gwaaar!
Vyrn: Whoa... How's it still standing?
(Captain) struggles against the alpha, which gets back up no matter how many times it falls.
Lyria: ...!
Oh no, (Captain)!
Alerted by Lyria's yelp, the captain plunges the blade into the pouncing foe.
Monster: Gwoooh!
(Captain) quickly jumps back as a black mist spews forth from the alpha's wound.
Struck by an overwhelming headache, the captain falls to both knees.
Lyria: (Captain)! If this continues, we're going to—
Monster: Gwooaar!
Vyrn: Aw crud! I think we're done for!
Monster: Graaaah...
Shiva: My adherents, I have come in answer to your pleas for deliverance from danger.
Lyria: Shiva! (Captain)'s... (Captain) needs help!
Shiva: Ah. Afflicted by an unholy curse, I see.
Shiva wraps his flames around (Captain), who lies face down on the ground in agony.
The captain then slowly gets up, surprised to be feeling perfectly fine as the flames subside.
  1. Thank you.

Shiva: Granting salvation is my duty. No thanks needed.
Shiva turns his attention to the alpha, which continues to glare at the crew.
Shiva: That is nothing more than a cadaver—a shadow given form, a wellspring of impurity.
Shiva: If left alone, it will eventually contaminate the entire island, turning it into a barren wasteland.
Monster: Gwaaar!
Vyrn: Watch out! Nothing we do seems to faze it!
Shiva: There is no greater pain than that of a rotted soul. I shall perform a purification with my flames and liberate it from eternal suffering.
Shiva: May you return to the nothingness from whence you came.
Monster: Graaawr!
Engulfed by a raging inferno, the alpha loses its corporeal form as it lets out a deafening roar.
The fire eventually spreads throughout the entirety of the deserted village. (Captain) and company huddle together.
Monster: ...
Vyrn: S-so it's down for the count?
Shiva: I've purified and sent it off. The creature will suffer no more.
Shiva: The land itself is also no longer defiled. Things should be fine now.
Lyria: Thank goodness... I'm sure that's a huge relief for the island's residents too!
Vyrn: Phew, you saved our hides and then some! Thanks a ton, Shiva!
Shiva: I merely answered your call. May you continue your travels in earnest.
Lyria: Mm-hm! We'll be praying to you every day!
Vyrn: Uh, guys... Anyone else notice we're all covered in soot?
Lyria: You're right. Even our faces and hands are pitch-black...
Shiva: Though there is nothing to fear, it is best to rid yourself of the filth from that creature.
Shiva: I sense a source of water nearby. You'll want to wash yourselves there.
Vyrn: Yeah, we wouldn't wanna get this stuff all over the place... Let's go, (Captain)!
Shiva guides the crew to a river a short distance away from the village. They wash the soot off their bodies there.
Lyria: That's much better!
Vyrn: Whew! Nothing beats a nice bath after a tough job!
Vyrn: Anyhoo...
Shiva: Yes, Red Dragon?
Vyrn: Don't think I've ever seen you dressed like that before.
Shiva: A trace amount of impurity did splash on me after all. I simply changed into something suitable for a bath.
Vyrn: I'm surprised you had a change of clothes on ya.
Lyria: Yeah, that looks really comfortable!
Lyria: I should've brought my swimsuit and a change of clothes along too...
Vyrn: Ah, Lyria, there's still some soot stuck on your neck.
Lyria: Oh really? Hm, I can't see it myself...
Vyrn: No worries, I'll rub it off you!
Lyria: Wait, now that I have a better look, you still have soot on the back of your wings. It's my turn to rub it off you!
Vyrn: Yeah, I can't really see back there. Go for it, Lyria!
Shiva: ...
  1. What's up?

Shiva: Child of man, may I ask you to cleanse my back?
(Captain) grows wide-eyed at the unexpected request.
Shiva: This is something I learned from a conversation between my adherents a long time ago...
Shiva: But apparently, washing each other's backs is a sign of friendship among the children of man.
Shiva: As the red dragon suggests, it is impossible for us to see our own backs. That's why I'd like to ask you to take care of my back, (Captain).
Not seeing a trace of soot on Shiva's body, the captain is unsure how to respond.
When Shiva bends down before the captain, (Captain) decides to stop thinking too hard about it and scrubs the war god's back.
Shiva: Hm. So this is proof of friendship among the children of man, I see.
Shiva: Indeed, leaving yourself exposed like this would be too risky to try with someone you do not fully trust.
While scrubbing Shiva's back, (Captain) notices something that's flowed down the river to their feet.
Shiva: Hm? What could that be?
Vyrn: Looks like a reed ship to me!
Shiva: A reed ship?
Vyrn: Yep! You make 'em by tyin' reeds together. (Captain) loved playin' with the stuff as a kid!
???: Hey! You guys happen to see my boat around here by any chance?
Lyria: A boat? Um, do you mean this?
Lyria hands the reed boat to the boy who came from upstream. His expression eases into a smile.
Boy: That's it! Thanks for picking it up!
Shiva: Did you create that reed boat, child?
Boy: Mm-hm! Pretty awesome, don'tcha think?
Boy: They're pretty easy to make too! You just pluck some reeds from the ground and...
The boy gives a live demonstration before the crew.
Shiva: My, it's quite impressive what can be done with these tiny reeds.
Boy: Heheh! I'm the best in my village at makin' this stuff!
Boy: I've never seen you folks around here. You must be travelers?
Lyria: Mm-hm. We're—
Girl: Brother!
Before Lyria can continue, a girl runs in to tug on the boy's arm, eyeing the crew warily.
Girl: Didn't Mama tell you not to talk to strangers?
Boy: But... they picked up my boat, and they seem like nice people.
As the girl tries to get her brother away from everyone, Lyria crouches down to meet the girl at eye level.
Lyria: Um, I'm sorry for frightening you. We're skyfarers.
Lyria: And we came here on assignment to deal with naughty monsters!
Girl: Skyfarers... They mentioned you in the village...
Boy: Wait, you mean you guys beat all those scary monsters?
Boy: That's incredible! You guys are totally fire! Way too cool!
Shiva: Fire? Red Dragon, is he referring to our powers of flame?
Vyrn: Err... I'm pretty sure that's just another way of sayin' "awesome."
Shiva: So I see... The wordplay of the child of man never fails to fascinate me.
Seeing this exchange between Shiva and Vyrn, the girl finally opens her mouth.
Girl: Um... We don't get many visitors to our village, especially not younger ones.
Girl: If... If it's all right... I'd love to hear more about your adventures as skyfarers...
Boy: Yeah! I'd love to play with you guys some more!
Vyrn: Whoa! Stop pullin' on my tail!
Lyria: Oh no! Be careful now!
Girl: Sigh... There you go again, Brother...
(Captain) can't help but break a smile at the boy's playfulness.
  1. What a lively kid, huh.

Shiva: Indeed, a soulful child he is. I have no doubt he will be a boon to the island when he reaches adulthood.
Shiva: Though even as a child, he is not to be underestimated.
Shiva turns his attention to the small reed boat in his hand.
Shiva: He's already able to construct boats with the bare minimum of materials.
Shiva: For as long as I've observed the mortal world, the children of man have never ceased to surprise me with their wisdom.
Shiva: Despite all the advancements already made by their ancestors, the people of today keep finding new ways to innovate.
Shiva: That is why I appreciate the children of man. No matter the era, they do not rest on their laurels and are always eager to break new ground.
Shiva fiddles with the reed boat all the while, a sincere look of compassion in his eyes.
Vyrn: C'mon, you two! Come join in on the fun!
Vyrn's cheery voice calls out to them, breaking the silence.
Shiva: Hm, frolicking with them may help me better understand the children of man.
Shiva: Surely you have some experience playing by the riverside, my adherent. Teach me.
Boy: Hurry it up—while the sun's still up!
(Captain) gives in and joins the others with Shiva...
Playing as if they were all children again.

Sacred Dance

The crew accepts an invitation to spend the night at the village the two children call home. They arrive to find that preparations are underway for a festival, one held for the sake of the island's economic development—to combat recent drought and outflow of residents. Shiva is impressed to see how far the villagers go to protect their homeland.


The crew is frolicking with two village children by the riverside.
As the sun begins to set, (Captain) and company say their goodbyes.
Boy: Aww! You're leaving already?
Lyria: Ahaha... Sorry, but we still need to find a place to stay for the night.
Vyrn: You kids better head back soon yourselves before it gets dark.
Girl: You don't have a place to stay tonight?
Boy: Why not sleep at our house!
Lyria: Huh? B-but wouldn't that be trouble for your parents?
Boy: Nah, it's fine!
Boy: Papa was sayin' it's gotten real lonely lately with how few travelers we've had! Trust me—Mama and Papa would be glad to have you over!
Boy: And we have a village festival starting soon! It'd be the perfect time for visitors!
Shiva: Oh? Tell me about this festival of yours.
Girl: Um, well... We decorate the village with flowers, and we sing and dance along.
Shiva: Sing and dance, you say? It sounds like a good time.
Shiva: I wish to see the sort of dance that's popular on this island.
Boy: You like dancing too, mister? Then you've gotta come with us!
Girl: I'm hoping you'll say yes... I'd love to talk some more.
Vyrn: Welp, we might as well, since we need a place to hole up for the night anyway.
Seeing that they have no urgent tasks ahead of them, (Captain) readily agrees.
Boy: Hurray! Last one to the village is a rotten egg!
Girl: Brother, wait! Sigh... Off he goes.
Lyria: Ahaha... Your brother sure is energetic!
Girl: Sorry, he's always like that.
Girl: Um, I'll show you to the village. It's this way.
After letting out a deep sigh, the girl leads them upstream.
Girl: Um... So this is our village.
Lyria: Wow! What a lively place!
Lyria: The bright red flowers everywhere are beautiful!
Girl: They're called jasmines and are supposed to represent the village.
Lyria: Oh... I guess that explains why they're everywhere.
The village is in a jovial mood as everyone prepares for the upcoming festival.
Shiva: I see a ray of sunshine in everyone's smile. I can tell they're excited to hold this event.
Girl: Mm-hm, we love festivals so much that we have one four times a year.
Boy: Guys! Over here!
The boy calls out to the crew amid the hustle and bustle, waving his arms enthusiastically as the man beside him dips his head deferentially.
Girl: Brother! What were you thinking leaving our guests behind like that!
Boy: Sorry... I got caught up in the heat of the moment...
The man beside the boy speaks up.
Father: My son told me everything. You're more than welcome to stay the night.
Father: And if you're not in a hurry, we'd love to have you for the festival two days from now.
  1. We'll take you up on the offer.
  2. We wouldn't want to trouble you...

Choose: We'll take you up on the offer.
Lyria: Thank you so much! I'm looking forward to the festival!
Father: The more, the merrier.
Father: Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedules to join us.

Choose: We wouldn't want to trouble you...
Father: It's no trouble at all! You looked out for my kids earlier, and I'm just paying you back.
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Father: You must be tired. Shall I show you to the house?
Shiva: Hm...
Vyrn: What's wrong? Something about the village botherin' ya?
Shiva: I'd prefer we take a walk around the village first, if that's all right with you.
Father: Of course. I'll be glad to show you around.
Father: Kids, you go on ahead and help out Mama.
Boy & Girl: Okay!
After seeing his children off, the man turns to the crew.
Father: Well then, shall we get going? Though I should warn you we're still in the midst of preparations, so there won't be much to see.
They begin moving through the crowds.
Lyria: I heard you have a festival four times a year?
Father: Yes. We really love our festivals, though that's not the only reason we hold them so often.
Vyrn: Tell us about it.
Father: It's for economic development. There were once so many more villages on the island.
The continued poor harvest in recent years has led to many islanders leaving for good, causing a rise in the number of abandoned villages.
This particular village, being one of the few to be blessed with bountiful harvest, has been doing its best to preserve the island.
Father: We're fortunate in that our traditional dances have been popular enough to spread to neighboring islands. We're trying to leverage that.
Vyrn: Doesn't it start to get old if you keep doing the same dance over and over though, even if it is mega-popular?
Father: Haha, you're definitely right about that. Outside this village, the dance doesn't seem to be in fashion anymore. And we have fewer and fewer visitors every year...
Father: That's why we've been changing things up, by incorporating recent trends into our song and dance.
Furthermore, they've been looking into crops that grow even on infertile land and establishing new industries with whatever resources are available on the island.
On top of that, they're also trying to revitalize some of the deserted villages by maintaining them and setting them up as lodging camps.
Lyria: You're doing so much... You must really love the island.
Father: Our ancestors built this place up. It's only natural that we'd want to protect it.
Shiva: Yet no matter how hard you might try, this land no longer has the life force to support a large population.
Shiva: And what little vitality remains in the land will not last for long.
Shiva: Knowing that, do you still wish to safeguard this island?
After a moment of hesitation, the man responds with a wry smile.
Father: As long as there's a possibility of things getting better, we're willing to continue doing our best to preserve the island.
Father: The island's indigenous jasmine flowers, its mountains and rivers, its grasslands, its distinctive culture...
Father: We don't want to give up all these things our ancestors worked so hard to leave behind for us.
Father: We're proud of our heritage, and we live every day trying to uphold it.
Father: Ah, sorry if that came off as a bit arrogant.
Shiva: You have shown me the resolve of your people. The love you have for your motherland makes your souls sparkle, and that is a beautiful thing.
The man scratches his chin, bashful at Shiva's response.
Villager: Ah, there you are! Can I borrow you for a sec? There's something I've gotta double-check with you.
Father: Sure thing. Sorry, guys, but I have to see to this.
The man goes off to tend to his business.
Shiva: So this is how the children of man cultivate and pass on everything they are, everything they know, to future generations.
Lyria: Shiva?
Shiva: In the face of overwhelming despair, they grasp onto the sliver of hope they have and press on.
Shiva: Perhaps it is due to their efforts that life continues to blossom on this island.
  1. Can't underestimate people.
  2. This is one heck of a village.

Choose: Can't underestimate people.
Shiva: Indeed. The strength of people lies not just in their wisdom, but also in their way of life.
Shiva: My adherent, I once witnessed a miracle that came true by way of your prayer.
Shiva: The dazzling spark of the soul holds the power to overcome utter despair and overturn the cruelest of fates. Such is the power of the children of man.

Choose: This is one heck of a village.
Shiva: Yes, my adherent. The people of this village resemble you in many ways.
Shiva: From their unbreakable will to the incessant spark of their souls...
Shiva: Such dazzling power represents the potential of the children of man.
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Shiva: So they resist the island's ruin by putting on a festival... I look forward to seeing it for myself.
Having learned about these islanders who are doing everything they can to protect their home and their heritage...
(Captain) and Shiva silently pray for the villagers' good fortune.

Sacred Dance: Scene 2

The crew runs into monsters in the woods while gathering nuts for the upcoming festival. After clearing the monster nest and purifying the tainted region, Shiva lends (Captain) a portion of his powers should the need arise later.


Father: I'm sorry to have to ask you for help with festival preparations...
Vyrn: No worries! All we've gotta do is gather nuts from the woods, right?
Father: Yes. I believe you'll be fine, but please be careful of monsters, as they do appear from time to time.
Father: And take care of my children as well!
Lyria: We will! You can count on it!
The next day...
As thanks for the family's hospitality, the crew goes to the woods to run an errand.
Lyria: Um... It's the red ones we have to gather, right?
Girl: Uh-huh, there's some on this tree. The green nuts aren't ripe yet, so we only want the red ones.
Vyrn: Found one. Doesn't look edible; what's it for?
Boy: We tie them together with string to fashion accessories. We each put one on for the festival.
Girl: They're very popular as souvenirs among travelers. For the souvenir kind, we also attach beads to make them sparkle.
Lyria: Sounds great. I can't wait to collect lots and lots of nuts!
Girl: Mm!
The crew splits up to look for nuts in the woods.
Shiva: ...
Vyrn: Somethin' on your mind, Shiva?
Shiva: A malicious presence approaches. I do not expect it to pose much of a threat, but we would do well to keep a close eye on the children.
(Captain) takes a defensive stance while surveying their surroundings.
Boy: Uwaaagh!
Vyrn: Over there!
Small Monster: ...
Boy: Get away from me!
Small Monster: ...!
Boy: Aiiee!
(Captain) rushes in and cleaves the monster in two before it can do any harm to the boy.
Lyria: A-are you okay?
Boy: Yeah... Thanks.
Shiva: Red Dragon, Girl in Blue. Bring the children back to the village.
Vyrn: Huh? Oh, all right! You be careful!
After confirming that the others have retreated to safety, Shiva and (Captain) turn their sights to the monster corpse on the ground.
Shiva: Have you noticed too, my adherent?
(Captain) is rendered speechless at what happens to the corpse.
Small Monster: ...
The felled monster stands back up, the bile from its wounds staining the ground with a foul stench.
  1. It's like what happened at that village.

Choose: It's like what happened at that village.
Shiva: Yes. This monster, too, has been visited by impurities.
Shiva: And chances are this is not the only one. There are likely similar cases elsewhere on the island.
Shiva: We should find the nest before this plague spreads any further.
Readjusting their grips on their weapons, the two proceed deeper into the woods.
The land grows more barren and the stench more foul the further they go.
The two finally stop before a horde of monsters wriggling around the hollow of a large tree.
Small Monster: ...
  1. Is that the end of it?

Choose: Is that the end of it?
Shiva: I sense no more monsters. However...
Despite having scorched all the monsters, Shiva's expression remains stiff.
Shiva: The taint of a distant land dispersed over this island. That is why the vegetation here is no longer sustainable.
Shiva: The monsters you cut down acted as they did because the taint entered and permeated their bodies.
Shiva: It's a good thing the village is separated from these woods by a river. Otherwise all that dwell there would have perished by now.
A flame stirs in Shiva's hand.
  1. What are you doing?

Choose: What are you doing?
Shiva: I shall purify the land with my flames.
Shiva: The soil can still be salvaged. As long as I clear the impurities, I believe plant life can take root here once more after a long period of respite.
Shiva: Do not worry, my adherent. The village will not be affected.
Flames spew forth from Shiva's hands and engulf the vegetation.
As the woods around them turn to ash, Shiva speaks with a stern expression.
Shiva: I will grant you a portion of my power. Do not hesitate to use it should such a need arise.
A flame on Shiva's fingertips moves over to (Captain)'s hand before fading away.
Understanding what must be done if the situation arises, the captain offers a resolute nod.

Sacred Dance: Scene 3

Tainted monsters show up at the village festival on the following day. Strengthened by the children's prayers, Shiva fights alongside (Captain) to free the village of monsters. His flames of purification then work wonders, bringing about a rain of rebirth that breathes life into the land. They celebrate with a sacred dance.


After a night's peaceful rest, it is now the day of the festival.
The delightfully clement weather brings with it an abundance of tourists. Lively conversation fills the air from an early hour.
Lyria: We were already seeing some activity this morning, but this is incredible! The village is so full of life!
Vyrn: There's so much to see, I don't even know where to get started...
Stalls and stage platforms of all sizes line the streets; the locals do their best to keep the crowds entertained.
Boy: Hey! Miss Skyfarer!
(Captain) and company turn around to see the siblings, adorned with jasmine flowers, running up to them.
Boy: You should come check us out on the stage!
Girl: We're going to put on a show with the other children in the village!
Lyria: Ooh, that sounds fun! Where can we see it?
Boy: We'll be doing it at the big stage in the center of the village!
The boy points to the central stage, where a dance performance is currently being held.
Shiva: Ah, is that the island's traditional dance that your father spoke of?
Girl: Mm-hm. It's something we do in honor of our ancestors.
Girl: It's a way of saying thank you and good night to them.
Shiva: A requiem for their souls, I see. I've never seen dance moves like that.
Shiva: Let us go, my adherents. The performance of the adults interests me just as much.
Vyrn: Hey, wait for us!
Boy: We've gotta get ready! Catch ya later!
Lyria: Okay, good luck!
The crew wades through the crowds to get a better view of the stage.
Shiva: ...
Vyrn: Whoa! Didn't expect you to suddenly stop... Somethin' grab your attention?
Shiva's expression turns grim as he looks around the stage.
Shiva: I sense negative energies. This must be...
???: Uwaaagh!
Accompanying the screams is the sound of stalls on the street corners crashing to the ground.
Vyrn: Whatever that smell is, it's makin' my head hurt...
(Captain) and company cover their faces as flower petals carrying a terribly noxious odor are blown their way.
Monster: ...
A horde of monsters scattering their stench and bile show up, chasing after the scrambling villagers.
Vyrn: The smell's coming from those monsters! We'd better send 'em packing!
Vyrn: Darn it! It's impossible to get through all these crowds!
Lyria: P-please let us through! We're trying to save everyone!
Lyria doesn't get much of a response amid the ensuing panic. The monsters continue to amass their forces while the crew remains stuck.
Boy: Stop!
Vyrn: It's that kid!
A pair of brave siblings in a corner of the village stands defiant to the monsters as other villagers cower behind them.
Boy: We put so much into this festival! You baddies are ruining everything!
Monster: ...!
Boy: Eep!
Girl: B-Brother!
Boy: It's okay... I'll protect you!
Monster: ...!
Girl: Aiieee!
Vyrn: Too close for comfort! You kids all right?
(Captain) had managed to push through the crowds and reach the siblings before it was too late.
Monster: ...
Vyrn: Eww... This one's still slitherin' about even though it's on fire...
Shiva: These monsters are no different from the ones we encountered at the ruins earlier. Dead they may appear, they continue moving as an embodiment of impurities.
Shiva: Only when the impurities are thoroughly purged will the monsters be vanquished.
Lyria: Oh no... This is really bad for everyone!
Intent on protecting as much of the village as they can, they go around torching the monsters and stopping them in their tracks.
Seeing what they're capable of, the chagrined boy clenches his fists and speaks up.
Boy: I've gotta say... You guys are real strong.
Shiva: ...
Boy: So please... Save our village!
In that very instant, the flames engulfing the monsters grow in intensity.
Shiva: Is that your wish, child?
Boy: I'll do anything I can... Please!
Shiva: Then pray. Your wish for salvation shall grant me strength.
Girl: Pray?
Shiva: Indeed. It is by prayer that miracles are born.
Shiva: I grant salvation to the children of man. Seeing that it is what you seek, I am ready to offer it.
The siblings trade knowing glances, then look back up to Shiva.
Boy: In Shiva we trust! Save our village...
Girl: We beg of you... Please!
Monster: ...!
Shiva: For trampling upon everything these children of man poured their hearts and souls into protecting...
Shiva: You evildoers shall be reduced to ash by the power of my flames.
A sea of flames spreads out and overtakes the monsters.
Monster: ...
Lyria: (Captain), here they come!
Severely weakened by the inferno, (Captain) cuts down the encroaching creatures with ease.
Shiva: My adherent, what is it you wish for?
Shiva: For what do you swing your blade? Tell me.
  1. To defend the village!
  2. To fulfill the wish of those children!

Shiva: So it is the same with you.
Choose: To fulfill the wish of those children!
Shiva: Very well. Your prayer strengthens the power of my purification.

Shiva: So you swing your blade for them as well.
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Shiva: Good. I am glad to have you as my adherent.

Shiva: May you exercise the fullest extent of your strength, so that we may bring about another miracle.
Together, (Captain) and Shiva leap into the monster-filled conflagration.
The monsters writhe in agony as their scorched flesh and sludge fall to the ground, scattering the fire all over.
The hellish landscape shows no signs of stopping, quickly spreading to the entire village.
And yet...
???: Beautiful...
How can anyone call this beautiful?
Oddly enough, that is the word on the tip of everyone's tongues.
Boy: That is way too cool!
Villager: It's like they're dancing with the flames...
The villagers find themselves spellbound by the rhythmic motions of (Captain) and Shiva as they move to and fro—slicing, dicing, dodging, and parrying as gracefully as dancers.
Girl: ...?
Noticing the moisture on her cheeks, the girl looks up to find an overcast sky.
Girl: Rain?
Countless raindrops silently pour onto the land.
The flames eventually die down, revealing a clear look at the village.
Shiva: It's over.
With not a single monster left in sight, a semblance of peace has been restored.
Villager: While the threat is gone, our village is...
Vyrn: This is pretty bad... The whole place has dried up; there's not a trace of greenery left...
Lyria: The festival decorations everyone worked so hard to make are ruined too...
The houses, touched by the monster rot, were quick to decay. Not a single blade of grass remains on the barren land.
Seeing what's become of their beloved homes, many a villager crumple to the ground, despair filling their hearts.
Shiva: No... Raise your heads and take a closer look.
Shiva: You've brought about a miracle.
The rays of sunshine peeping through the clouds give life to the village.
Boy: Ah! Jasmine flowers!
Girl: Over there too!
Before long, lush greenery spreads to the entire village.
It is now a breathtakingly picturesque vista that the sunbeams shine upon.
Villager: It's a miracle... The village has been reborn!
Father: Wh-who are you people to bring about such a miracle...
Surrounded by everyone's joyous cries, the father of the siblings looks at the crew in astonishment.
Shiva: The taint of the land was purified by my flames, the sacred embers of which entered into the atmosphere.
Shiva: My embers carried with them a great life force that transformed into the rain of rebirth upon reaching the clouds.
Vyrn: In other words, your flames did all the heavy lifting?
Shiva: To be precise, it is everyone's devout prayers that made this miracle possible.
Shiva: You have no one but yourselves to thank for this salvation, children of man. Be proud.
Father: We...
Father: Thank you so much... We can't thank you enough for saving the village!
(Captain) and company trade knowing glances and smile in response.
Boy: Wow! This is my first time seeing this flower! I wonder what it's called!
Girl: Brother, look! We've only seen nuts like that at the store before!
Boy: Heheh, this is such a blast! Just look at all the flowers in bloom!
Girl: Yeah... My eyes are going round and round just taking everything in!
Boy: You're not much of a dancer, are ya? This is how you do it!
Inspired by the siblings' contagious laughter, the villagers take out their instruments and play a celebratory tune.
The jovial mood spreads as more dancers enter the fray, as if the festival had never been interrupted from the start.
Vyrn: Heheh! Lovin' the music!
Lyria: Yeah! It makes me want to dance too!
Shiva: Hm... My thoughts exactly, Girl in Blue.
Shiva: In fact, I may just do that. My adherent, are you skilled in the ways of a dancer?
Shiva: Then let us join in on the celebration.
Boy: Ooh, we get to see you dance too? Hooray!
Girl: I'll play along with my flute!
Shiva puts on a riveting dance performance to go with the music, while (Captain) tries to keep up with the war god's moves.
Their flaming dance whips the crowds into a frenzy, instilling the village with feverish excitement.
Even as the sun sets and nightfall arrives, cheery laughter continues to fill the air.
The dances of Shiva and (Captain) etched into the villagers' minds, their tale will come to be told as the saviors of the island.

Side-scrolling Quotes

JapaneseThis is an official transcription. EnglishThis is an official translation.
怖れず進め May we press on without fear.
我がアーサナを真似てみよ Care to try your hand at asana?
救いを求めるならば祈れ我が焔を以て応えよう Pray, and you shall have your salvation by my flames.
汝も舞踏にて己を示すが良い Show me how well you dance.
困難は魂の修行と心得よ Hardships are but trials for the soul.
赤き竜の姿が見えぬな Where is the red dragon?
穢れを禊ぎ祓わん I shall purge your impurities.
我を楽しませよ Entertain me, if you will.
我が劫火にて闇を打ち払わん My apocalyptic fire banishes the darkness.
ぱねぇ、であるな Yes... I've been told I'm "totally fire" before.

References

  1. ↑ Granblue Fantasy Official Blog Post, グランデフェス開催＆新キャラクター「シヴァ」紹介！＆スキンセット販売のお知らせ
  2. ↑ Cygames, Inc. (2019). GRANBLUE FANTASY GRAPHIC ARCHIVE V.
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