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Millennial Dance
(Captain) and company encounter Societte, the fan-wielding heir to a royal family that disappeared a thousand years ago. Societte is disappointed that the crew doesn't seem to have any new information, but ultimately agrees to join them when they offer to help her search.
The crew undertakes a mission to exterminate fire monsters within an ancient ruin.
Once inside, they encounter a massive monster.
Monster: Groar!
Vyrn: That's one tough-looking critter!
Vyrn: This isn't gonna be easy, but it's now or never! Here we go, (Captain)!
Lyria: H-hold on! There's a woman back there!
???: ...
Vyrn: What's she doing by herself? We've gotta help her before it's too—
???: Your fire will not suffice.
The massive fans in the elegant Erune's hands begin to take on a scarlet sheen.
She begins to dance. With a wave of her fans, the monster falls.
Vyrn: Did she topple that monster just by dancing?
???: ...!
Vyrn: That was amazing! Did you use some kind of magic?
???: ...?
Lyria: Um...
???: ...
???: ...
???: ...
???: ...
Vyrn: She's, uh, staring at us. Without saying anything.
Lyria: I don't know why, but I'm getting really nervous...
???: Ah, er...
Vyrn: Something wrong? Sounds like you're mumbling to yourself.
Lyria: Vyrn, I think she has something to say to us.
???: !
The Erune nods her head, wagging her tail happily all the while.
She introduces herself as Societte, and explains that her shyness makes it difficult for her to speak to others.
Vyrn: So that's why you didn't say anything!
Societte: Sorry. I get embarrassed around people I don't know.
Vyrn: Don't worry about it! We didn't even really notice.
Lyria: Did you accept the mission to defeat the monster too, Societte?
Societte: No. Not quite.
Societte: I heard stories of a monster with the power of flame and decided to search for it myself.
Societte: It wasn't what I was expecting. The monster attacked me, so I just had to take it down.
Vyrn: You made that sound kinda easy, but that monster's not exactly a pushover, is it?
Vyrn: Hm? You're looking for someone, Paper Fan Princess?
Societte: Er...
Societte: These aren't paper fans.
Vyrn: Oh! My bad.
Lyria: They're very well made! And I love the designs on them too!
Societte: Heheh...
Societte: So ah, have you heard of the nine... I mean, the living flame?
Vyrn: Talk about a sudden change of subject! Lyria, have you heard of this living flame thing?
Lyria: Hmm... No, I haven't. Sorry.
Societte: Pay it no mind.
Vyrn: At any rate, why are you looking for something like that?
Societte: Sorry, but I'm afraid I can't talk about it at length. I don't want to involve innocent bystanders.
Lyria: I don't want to interfere, but if you gave us a little hint, maybe we could help you!
Vyrn: We might hear something while we travel through the skies!
Vyrn: If it's something we can help out with, we'd be glad to lend a hand! Right, (Captain)?
Societte: If I tell you more, you may end up being targeted by evildoers. Is that acceptable to you?
- I don't mind.
- Um... No thank you.
Choose: I don't mind.Societte: Wait. That's right. You're quite powerful.
Vyrn: Haha, yeah! And we're gonna get even stronger!
Vyrn: We've already dealt with all sorts of bad guys, including the empire! So don't worry about it!
Lyria: Haha, that's right.
Lyria: However, (Captain) has looked after us and kept us safe.
Societte: Very well, then. You... don't look like bad people.
Choose: Um... No thank you.Societte: Very well. Understood.
Vyrn: Hold on! You're just kidding around, right, (Captain)?
Societte: Umm... huh? That was... a joke?
Vyrn: Well, to be fair, I don't think there's anything we could run into that would surprise us at this point.
(Captain) nods in agreement.
Vyrn: Fan Girl here sure is a delicate flower!
Societte: Yer a prankster, I see...
Societte: Okay then—I'll tell you. Besides, you don't look like bad people.
Continue 1Societte calmly begins explaining the situation to the party.
A thousand years ago, there existed a country with nine royal families. They revered and worshiped a living flame, whose power kept them safe.
One day, however, the power of the flame ran out of control. Eventually, the flame itself vanished.
Societte explains that eight of the nine sacred treasures containing the sacred flame had been lost, and that she was now looking for them.
Vyrn: So you've been searching for these eight sacred flame treasures or whatever by yourself?
Societte: Um... Actually, those aren't the only things I'm looking for.
Societte: I'm also looking to recover seven dances dedicated to them, along with their successors.
Societte: I'm also searching for a friend of mine, and... Well, it's complicated.
Vyrn: Seriously? Sounds like you've got your hands full!
Lyria: Why are you looking for so many things all by yourself?
Societte: Well, er... Look at this.
Societte: This... is the first dance.
Societte's fans begin to glimmer.
Societte: This is the power of my line. I am the heir to their divine legacy.
Lyria: That's incredible! And so pretty!
Societte: I protected our homeland as a descendant of the royal line.
Societte: As a successor, I must make everything lost known once more.
Societte: That's why I'm here. I'm sure of it.
Vyrn: Wow, that sounds cool! Epic too!
Societte: You... you think so?
Lyria: Yes! You're carrying out a huge mission all by yourself!
Societte: Actually, I... originally wanted to travel with friends.
Societte: Circumstances, unfortunately, made sure that didn't happen.
Lyria: I-I see. It sounds like you've been through a lot.
Vyrn: Have you found any of the twenty things you're searching for on your own yet?
Societte: No. I've found nothing.
Societte: I-In fact... I haven't so much as found a single clue.
Societte: And when I try to gather information, well... It's difficult for me to explain the situation to others.
Vyrn: Yeah.
Societte: I came here thinking it might lead somewhere, but...
Lyria: But that was off the mark too.
Societte: Yeah.
Societte: Did listening to my conversation bring anything to mind?
Lyria: I'm sorry, Societte, but I really can't think of anything.
Vyrn: Me neither. Sorry.
Societte: No, that's okay.
Societte: I'm just glad you listened to me. For some reason, it... feels easy to talk to you.
Societte: Um, actually... about that...
Societte: Er... I mean...
- Let's look for it together.
- Speak clearly.
Choose: Let's look for it together.Vyrn: Yeah! If we travel together, it'll be easier to search for info on these sacred treasures of yours!
Societte: A-are ya sure that's okay?
Lyria: Of course!
Choose: Speak clearly.Societte: Ngh...
Lyria: ...
Vyrn: ...
Societte: Ngh... H-hey!
Lyria: Y-yes?
Societte: I haven't been able to feel at ease speaking to others for so long. I hope we will become friends.
Societte: I never imagined I'd have an opportunity like this again, so... if it's okay with you, I'd... I'd like to...
Vyrn: You want us to cooperate with you?
Societte: Gasp! Y-yes...
Societte: Until I find my friend is fine...
Vyrn: Don't sweat the small stuff! Let's go look for 'em together!
Societte: T-together?
Lyria: Right! It'll be easier to gather information and find these treasures you're looking for if we look together!
Lyria: You mentioned before that bad guys might come after us, right?
Lyria: Does that mean you're being targeted by them too?
Societte: Yes...
Lyria: That's all the more reason we should travel together, then! You'll be able to rest easy as long as we're around!
Continue 2Societte: I just wanted some assistance gathering information. I never imagined you'd invite me to travel with you...
Vyrn: Searching for all that stuff by yourself must be rough! It'll be way easier working together!
Vyrn: We're trying to get somewhere too! We keep getting distracted, but hey...
Lyria: We'll definitely help you if you figure something out, Societte!
Societte: Goodness... I've never experienced such kindness from strangers before. Only my father, mother, and sister treated me like this...
Societte: Um, so, er...
Societte: I'm looking forward to... working with you...
Her face beet red, Societte bows in gratitude, wagging her tail and ears all the while.
And with that, the party welcomes Societte, the cripplingly shy royal heir, to the crew.
Floral Arrangement
(Captain)'s party visits a tavern to speak to a man with information on the royal family. Unfortunately, they find him being carried off to some kind of thug hideout, and quickly give chase.
(Captain) and company learn of an Erune man that has information on the royal family.
Sierokarte sets up an appointment for them to meet at the tavern, but he has yet to show up.
Vyrn: Hmm... Our contact is supposed to come and talk to us, right?
Vyrn: What's going on? No one's talking to us.
Societte: ...
Vyrn: Hm? What's wrong Societte?
(Captain) looks at Societte.
Societte is blatantly staring at an Erune man with her tail wagging quietly.
Erune Man: ... Um.
Societte: !
Erune Man: Oh, haha, hello...
The Erune man meets eyes with Societte. After an an awkward moment, he smiles and walks away.
Societte: A-Aww...
Societte's ears and tail slump down sadly as she watches the man leave.
Vyrn: Hey now... What are you doing?
Societte: H-He was staring into my eyes.
Societte: I-I thought he would come talk to me...
Lyria: Um, maybe he was the person that we were supposed to meet...
Societte: Oh, so that's why he looked like he was about to say something...
Vyrn: Hey... Why didn't you say something?
Vyrn: Let's go find him!
Erune Man: ...
Societte: T-There he is! That's him!
Vyrn: Alright, let's talk to him! Hey, excuse me!
Right as Vyrn calls out to him, scoundrels suddenly appear from the back alley.
The scoundrels knock the man unconscious and try to take him away.
Vyrn: H-Hey! What do you think you're doing?!
Thug: Damn, someone saw us...! We'll buy some time, so you guys take him to the hideout.
Societte: ...!
Let's help him, (Captain)!
Floral Arrangement: Scene 2
(Captain) and the crew struggle in vain as the Erune man is kidnapped by thugs. When Societte frantically asks them to help, the party realizes the gravity of the situation and gives chase.
Thug 1: Whoa, these guys are strong... Hm?
Thug 1: That dance... Those fans... It can't be...
Societte: ...!
Thug 2: Hey, it's time to go.
Vyrn: Hold it, you informant-snatching jerks!
Societte: Let's go after 'em, (Captain)!
Societte: If we don't hurry, they'll kill him!
Vyrn: W-wait, for real?
Societte: ...
Societte: My parents were killed by evil people who wanted information on the royal family.
Vyrn: Say what?
Lyria: D-does that mean they're the same bad people who are targeting you, Societte?
Societte: To people like them, information on the royal families is as precious as any treasure. That's why they're after me. And if we don't do something, he's going to be in danger too.
Vyrn: Then we need to hurry!
Lyria: Oh, look over there!
Vyrn: Hm? A cave?
Societte: One of the men from earlier just went inside. That must be their hideout!
Societte: Let's go, (Captain)!
Thug 2: Whoa there! You're not getting past me!
Societte: ...?
Thug 2: It's payback time! And this time, I'm not gonna hold back!
Vyrn: You never learn, do you? Guess we have to make sure the lesson sticks, (Captain)!
Floral Arrangement: Scene 3
The crew finds the Erune man being questioned by the leader of the thugs, who realizes Societte's true identity after noticing her fan. The crew draw their weapons and prepare to save the Erune man.
The crew defeats the thugs and enters their hideout.
There, they find the Erune man being questioned.
Gang Leader: All right, time to talk! Tell us everything you know about the royal families and Ninetails!
Erune Man: Agh... Urgh... Never... I'll never tell you!
Societte: Stop!
Thug: Boss, that's her! The one I told you about!
Gang Leader: A fan bearing the crest of a royal family? Hahaha... You must be joking.
Gang Leader: I never expected an heir to a royal family—a successor to the power of Ninetails—would come right to me!
Vyrn: Hm? Ninetails?
Societte: ...
Gang Leader: You saved us the trouble of finding you! How lucky...
Societte: Are you the ones who killed my parents?
Gang Leader: Huh? What are you talking about?
Societte: ...
Societte: Why are ya after the power of Ninetails, then?
Gang Leader: Buh? So I can do whatever I want with the power of the almighty, obviously!
Societte: That's not gonna happen.
Societte: If you can't even beat me, the power of Ninetails will forever remain outside your grasp.
Gang Leader: What'd you say?
Gang Leader: Enough! Get them, men!
Societte: Here they come, (Captain)!
Floral Arrangement: Scene 4
(Captain)'s crew rescues the Erune man, who reveals he's a successor of the royal family, but doesn't have the information Societte is looking for. Societte attempts to leave the crew, but realizes the bond she now shares with them is deeper than she imagined.
(Captain) and company defeat the ruffians, but several of them manage to get away.
Thankfully, they still manage to successfully rescue the Erune man.
Erune Man: I can't thank you enough for rescuing me.
Erune Man: Terribly sorry about what happened back at the tavern...
Erune Man: That young miss over there was so elegant and dignified, I found myself at a loss for words.
Vyrn: Heheh! I know how you feel!
Lyria: Societte really is pretty, isn't she? I don't blame you for getting nervous.
Erune Man: Er, yes. As embarrassing as it is to say, I was simply quite nervous. My apologies.
Societte: Um, it's okay... I'm sorta responsible too.
Erune Man: Considering your beauty and elegance, I'm not surprised to hear you're of royal descent.
The Erune man explains why he arranged a meetup with the party.
As a descendant of a branch of a royal family, he had grown increasingly concerned about the number of people seeking the power of Ninetails.
When he heard the crew was searching for information on the royal families, he decided to find out what their intentions were.
Erune Man: I never even imagined I'd encounter a direct descendant of one of the royal bloodline, however.
Societte: Which royal family did you serve?
Erune Man: I'm sorry, but... my ancestors were of a very distant branch. I'm afraid I don't know which family they served under.
Erune Man: I was told stories of Ninetails and the royal families, but not much beyond that.
Societte: I see... Understood. Thank you.
Erune Man: I'm terribly sorry I couldn't be of help. Now, if you'll excuse me...
Vyrn: Hey now! Are you gonna be okay by yourself?
Erune Man: Yes, I'll be fine. I may have let my guard down earlier, but I can take care of myself, I assure you.
With that, the man thanks them once again and leaves.
Societte: ...
Vyrn: Hey, Societte. I've been wondering...
Vyrn: What's this Ninetails thing we keep hearing about?
Societte: Ninetails is a being of great power. My family served her for generations.
Lyria: Is that...
Societte: Yes. The true name of the living flame I'm searching for.
Vyrn: Gotcha... Why didn't you tell us?
Societte: I thought that if I told you about her, you would only end up being dragged into my conflict.
Societte: ...
Societte: S-so um... it's probably better if I continued my journey alone.
Lyria: Huh? W-why do you say that?
Societte: Well, think about those bad guys that escaped earlier.
Societte: They're coming after me next time. And they'll be chasing the power of Lady Ninetails.
Societte: So something like today might happen again... Or worse.
- We can't leave you by yourself.
- If that's what you want...
Choose: We can't leave you by yourself.Societte: Huh?
Lyria: That's right! We can't leave you alone after hearing that!
Societte: B-but I—
Vyrn: No buts! Do you remember when we first met?
Societte: Yeah...
Lyria: We told you we were going to help you!
Lyria: So let's keep travelling together, okay?
Societte: You guys... Yer all so... nice.
Choose: If that's what you want...Societte: Okay.
Societte's ears and tail droop sadly, and she turns to leave.
Lyria: Wait!
Societte: Huh?
Lyria: Is this what you really want, Societte?
Societte: ...
Lyria: I think (Captain) wants to know what you're really thinking. Isn't that right?
(Captain) quietly nods in response.
Lyria: Is this what you really want?
Societte: I-I... I want...
Societte: Sob...
Societte: I really... want y'all to gimme a hand...
Societte: I-I'd be so lonely on my own... without another soul to talk to...
Societte: I'd feel so helpless...
Vyrn: Well, you should have just said so!
Vyrn: Gotta help each other out when we can, y'know!
Societte: I-is it really okay for me to stay with you guys?
Continue 1Vyrn: Of course!
Lyria: Yeah! You're our friend!
Societte: Gasp... I'm... your friend...
Societte: U-um... Thanks for letting me stay... I really appreciate it.
Turning red up to her ears, Societte thanks the crew as they return to the airship together.
Still blushing, Societte feels a warm bond with her stalwart friends.
Societte's Wish
Societte is teaching You some dances on the deck when they are joined by Yuel and Kou. Suddenly, a giant fox appears and kidnaps Societte before anyone can resist. After Lyria confirms that the fox is, in fact, a primal beast, the crew sets out to rescue Societte by tracing the power of Ninetails.
???: Sis Societte!
A small figure shoots toward Societte.
Truth be told, as soon as You saw Societte, the young Erune flew at her big sister like a multi-tailed cannonball.
Societte's big ears and tail stand on end as she catches You in midair.
Societte: Oomph! What's going on?
You: Ehehe... So warm... This is really comfortable...
Societte: Hehe. Looking for some attention?
You: Oops! Whenever I see you, I suddenly get the urge to go in for a big hug...
Societte: That's okay. I don't mind the unexpected squeezes. There, there.
You: Ehehe...
You: Wait, that's not what I came here for! Teach me some dances, Sis Societte!
Societte grants the girl's wish, and the two begin dancing on the deck.
Societte: ...
Blue flames accentuate Societte's every move, following her steps like an obedient dog follows its master.
Her dignified dancing can thaw the coldest hearts of those who have suffered much hardship.
You: Okay. I think I get it. Maybe.
You: Something like this?
Societte: Ooh... Nicely done. And so quickly too. You're very talented, You.
You: Nah, I wouldn't say that. Your teaching style makes everything easy to remember.
You: Instead of going at regular speed, you slowed down so I could work out the steps.
You: Otherwise I'd never be able to remember so many things this fast! Sis Societte is the real genius!
Societte: Aw, you're such a good girl.
Societte: By the way, why did you come to me? Kou and Yuel are around too.
You: Actually Bro Kou teaches me all the time! We're always dancing together. As for Sis Yuel... Yeah, she teaches me sometimes.
You: But Sis Societte is the best! I love how super nice you are!
Societte: Gasp! You're just the sweetest little thing, you know that?
Societte happily tousles You's hair.
You: Sis Societte... You know I'm ticklish...
Though not related by blood, that doesn't stop the pair from acting like sisters. They have no idea two others are spying on them.
Yuel: Grr...
Kou: What's with the pouting?
Yuel: This is unacceptable.
Kou: Sigh...
Yuel: Don't sigh at me, buster! What's with the "smack my head" attitude?
Kou: I-I didn't even say anything...
Kou: But part of me does think you're making a mountain out of a molehill.
Yuel: And the truth comes out! I love it when you're honest!
Kou: You're impossible to read...
Yuel: Hey, that's not the point! It's about what You said! Only comin' to me sometimes doesn't cut it!
Yuel: Why won't she ask me to teach her more often, especially when my kindness knows no bounds?
Kou: That's because—
You: That's because Sis Yuel loses interest real easily.
Yuel: Yowza! Where did ya pop out from! How'd ya know I was peepin'?
You: You're talking loud enough for the whole ship to hear...
Societte: To get more to the point, what's this about losing interest?
You: See, I was practicing with her this one time...
You: And suddenly she says, "Wowie, look at that exotic butterfly! After it!" That was the last I saw of her that day...
Kou: How old are you again?
Yuel: I told ya I was gonna chase after it, didn't I? It had such unique colors, not to mention a horn on its head!
Societte: Wow, a horn? I wish I could have seen it...
Kou: She's just like her...
You: Besides, Sis Yuel gets a bit... hands-on, and it's kinda embarrassing. Practicing with her once in a while is good enough for me.
Yuel: I-it's called bonding, okay? How's it any different from Societte givin' ya head pats!
Kou: Yuel's personal training can get too personal...
Yuel: Lies! 'Sides, if that's what ya think, then it's your mind that's in the gutter!
Kou: What! I'm as innocent as can be!
Yuel: Waah... Societte! Kou and You are being mean to me! I need yer support!
Societte: Ahaha... There, there.
All in all, today is a peaceful day like any other. However...
Yuel: Mm? Why'd it get dark all of a sudden?
Something arrives that threatens to shatter that peace.
A large figure descends on the deck, grabbing the Erunes' attention.
The uninvited visitor stares at You and Societte.
Yuel: It's a humongo fox! Don't tell me Ninetails is back again!
Kou: No, this one feels different. But if it's not Ninetails, then who could it be?
You: Um, isn't it staring real hard at Societte?
Societte: Huh? At me? But I've never met that big fox before...
???: Such magnificent dancing... It has to be you... Has to be...
???: I need you...
Societte: Huh?
In an instant, the fox springs forward and captures Societte in its gigantic mouth.
It then takes to the sky before anyone can say a word.
You: Sis Societte!
Yuel: What the hay! Stop! Where're ya takin' Societte!
You: Lousy stinking fox! I'll burn you down!
You: Void Dance!
The girl slashes the air with both of her hands, and her attack morphs into an indigo flame.
The flame stops in midair, elongating into a giant fiery pillar that chases after the fox absconding with Societte.
Yuel: Crimson Dance: Yugetsu!
Kou: Ebon Dance: Kage-Zakura.
But before the pillar can reach its target, the flames summoned by Yuel and Kou extinguish You's fire.
You: What are you guys doing! Go for the fox, not my fire!
Kou: No, we made the right call.
Yuel: Look, I totally get how ya feel right now, but if ya burn that fox to a crisp, it'll drag Societte to the bottom of the sky with it!
You: Gasp! I'm such a dummy! What was I thinking!
You: Krrrk... I let my emotions get the best of me... I'm sorry...
Yuel softly pats the saddened You on the head.
Yuel: It's all right. Not your fault. Blame everythin' on that dumb fox.
You: Well, what'll we do now? It's already flown away and disappeared!
Kou: First calm down. We can search for the auras of Societte's sacred treasure and Ninetails's power. And by "we" I mean You.
Kou: Once You picks up the trail, all we have to do is follow it.
You: Oh, you're right!
Kou: The thing that worries me, though, is that I couldn't feel any malice or animosity coming from the fox...
Kou: I have no idea what it plans to do with Societte, but we need to hurry.
Kou: It didn't kidnap her without a reason.
Lyria: I'm sure I sensed a primal beast—
Vyrn: Hm? Didn't Societte say she'd be out on the deck?
Yuel: (Captain)! Glad you're here! You gotta hear this!
Yuel explains to (Captain) and the others what just happened.
Lyria: Societte was kidnapped by a fox?
Vyrn: Which probably means the primal beast Lyria sensed was actually the fox...
- We need to go after it!
- Lead the way.
Choose: We need to go after it!Yuel: Ya bet your sweet patooties we do!
Yuel: Hang in there, Societte! Help is on the way!
Choose: Lead the way.You: Gotcha! I'll track down Societte from her Ninetails power!
Kou: Let's hurry and rescue her.
Continue 1With You pointing them in the right direction, (Captain) orders the Grandcypher to set a new course.
Societte's Wish: Scene 2
Societte wakes up and finds herself at a desolate village. The giant fox, Ukanomitama, apologizes for having acted rashly, and explains that it would like Societte to dance at the village's Inari Festival in its stead. Because of the village's declining population, the lack of believers is leading Ukanomitama toward an eternal slumber. Societte agrees to help, on the condition that they ask (Captain) and the others for their assistance as well.
Societte: Nnh... Where am I...
???: Sleep well?
Societte: ...!
Societte whips her head toward the voice and sees the giant fox that kidnapped her.
???: First I must apologize.
???: I'm sorry for carrying you off in such an audacious manner.
???: I was so thrilled to have finally discovered what I was searching for that I did not fully think through my actions.
???: I was also in a rush, for I have very little time left...
Societte: Your body...
???: ...
???: I have no right to make selfish requests, but I ask for your forgiveness. Furthermore, would you be so kind as to listen to my story?
Societte: ...
Societte: Why did you kidnap me?
???: Because I—
Villagers: On kirikaku sowaka...
Societte is startled by a chorus of elderly voices chanting on the other side of a rickety old door.
The fox's expression softens, as if expecting the interruption.
???: Excuse me for a moment. This won't take long.
Societte: Oh... Okay...
???: ...
Villager 1: O-Inari! You humble us with your presence.
???: You needn't thank me, for it is because of your unwavering devotion that I have yet to be forsaken.
???: The village's decay is my failing. As I have said before, you are free to curse my name.
Villager 1: We wouldn't dream of it. The fault lies entirely with us.
Villager 2: In fact, the only reason our village had prospered until now is because of your blessings.
Villager 2: We harbor nothing but the utmost gratitude.
Villager 1: If anything, we are the ones to be resented.
Villager 2: You kindled our faith and bestowed us with bountiful harvests, and yet our reverence was insufficient.
Villager 1: Most of the youths have forgotten you and turned their backs on the village. We couldn't stop them.
Villager 2: The only ones who still keep the faith are us old-timers. We are unworthy.
???: That is enough. You have all done well.
???: I hear your devoted prayers day in and day out. How long must I be saved by your selflessness?
Villager 1: As long as needed. It is our greatest wish to extend your life even for another minute more.
Villager 2: It's not much, but please accept our worship for the sake of your longevity.
???: There's no need for such reverence. Everyone is free to leave this isolated land and seek an easier life in the cities.
Villager 1: What a cruel joke. Are we to break our promise?
Villager 2: We have decided to stay with you until the very end.
???: Goodness... Such fervent faith... And yet I...
Villager 1: No! O-Inari!
???: I am all right. I can endure until the festival...
Societte: ...
After the fox, whom the villagers call O-Inari, finishes speaking, it returns to Societte.
???: I kept you waiting.
Societte: Oh, that's all right. Things must be very difficult right now, O-Inari.
???: Ah, so you heard? Hm, I should have had you come along.
Societte: It seems your body's condition is connected to the village's condition. Is that why you brought me here? What's the festival you mentioned?
???: You're an observant woman.
???: I have put off introducing myself for long enough. I am Ukanomitama. Some also call me O-Inari.
Ukanomitama: And you, I believe, are called Societte.
Societte: Yes, I am. Um, I'll gladly listen to your story if you don't mind telling me.
Ukanomitama: Ah, how kind of you. Thank you. Truthfully, I have a task that only you are capable of accomplishing.
Ukanomitama: Mortal child. I beseech thee. Dance in my stead during the village's Inari Festival.
Societte: You want me to take your place?
Ukanomitama: Come; follow me. I will show you the village.
Ukanomitama: Perhaps that will clear up what I am asking.
Societte nods and follows behind Ukanomitama.
Together they walk through the village.
Most of the houses are empty; of the ones still occupied, the occupants are primarily seniors.
Societte: ...
Seeing how devoid the village is of youths, Societte is reminded of the conversation between Ukanomitama and the elderly villagers.
Societte: (I see... The younger generation doesn't live here anymore.)
Ukanomitama: It is regrettable, but the village will perish in the not too distant future.
Ukanomitama: Without those to believe in me, I will fall into eternal slumber.
Societte: Is there nothing that can be done?
Ukanomitama's words leave Societte with a heavy heart.
Ukanomitama: No.
Societte: ...
Ukanomitama: Do not be sad. The ebb and flow of fortune is for mortals to decide. Such is fate.
Ukanomitama: But there are some people left in this village who attempt to oppose fate.
Societte: Like the old man and the old woman?
Ukanomitama: Yes. They took it upon themselves to spearhead the village's revitalization.
Ukanomitama: Every year this village hosts the Inari Festival.
Ukanomitama: It is customary for me to assume a humanoid form and perform a dance for good harvest.
Ukanomitama: Unfortunately, I don't even have the strength to transform anymore.
Societte: I see... That's why you abducted me—to have me dance as your substitute.
Societte: I still don't understand why it has to be me though. If it's a good dancer you're looking for, there are better options out there...
Ukanomitama: The girl of indigo flame was right in her assessment of you. I was captivated by your kindness.
Societte: Huh?
Ukanomitama: On top of that, judging by what I saw of your movements on the ship, ceremonial dancing is your specialty.
Societte: I guess it is...
Ukanomitama: It's the same style as my harvest dance. Thus I deemed you as the most suited to be my replacement.
Societte: ...
Ukanomitama: And by a strange coincidence, you are the spitting image of my humanoid form.
Societte: Is that so?
Ukanomitama: I speak the truth.
Ukanomitama: I understand I brought you here against your will and fed you a sob story.
Ukanomitama: However, for the hopes of the remaining villagers, will you lend me your assistance?
Societte: I can tell how much this village means to you.
Societte: If that's the case, I agree to help on one condition.
Ukanomitama: Hm... And what might that be? I'm open to anything within my power.
Societte: Well, (Captain)... I mean, the people I travel with on the airship will probably come looking for me soon.
Ukanomitama: Oh? They know of this place?
Societte: No, but the girl with indigo flames? Her name is You, and she has an amazing ability.
Ukanomitama: Ah, now I understand why you didn't panic after I kidnapped you.
Ukanomitama: Your faith in your friends to bring rescue never wavered.
Societte: Yes. But I'm not the only one who can be saved by them.
Ukanomitama: Hm...
Societte: Would you be willing to tell them what you told me?
Ukanomitama: I see no harm in that. Is that your condition?
Societte: I want to talk everything over with them.
Societte: I'm sure they'll be happy to help too.
Ukanomitama: Sounds like a wonderful group of people.
Ukanomitama: Hm... This is a disgraceful question coming from me, the one who made the request in the first place...
Ukanomitama: But why go that far for me?
Societte: Out of loneliness, I guess?
Ukanomitama: Could it be that you...
Ukanomitama: No, I won't ask. Very well. If that is your condition, then I accept.
Ukanomitama: Amazing. The friends you travel with will soon be here, just like you said they would.
Societte: Really?
Ukanomitama: I will go and greet them.
Societte: I think you'd better stay here and rest. Doesn't flying take a toll on your body?
Ukanomitama: Truly, you are full of kindness.
Societte: If I know (Captain), they'll be fine. They won't get lost or anything.
Ukanomitama: Then I shall defer to your steadfast trust in them. Now for a small rest...
Ukanomitama closes its eyes, and Societte pets the fox as it naps.
Societte's Wish: Scene 3
After arriving at the village, the crew listen to Ukanomitama's explanation and agree to do what they can. That night, Societte tells Yuel that she wants to be someone who can help others, just as others have helped her up until now. She wonders if accepting Ukanomitama's request is a way of self-satisfaction. However, Yuel assures Societte that she already does a lot for everyone around her, to which Kou and You—who had been secretly listening—agree.
Yuel: Societte!
You: Sis Societte!
Societte hears voices coming from behind her.
Before she can fully turn around, two pairs of arms smother her in a warm embrace.
Societte: Yuel! You!
Having sensed the crew's arrival, Societte and Ukanomitama had gone to greet them.
Yuel and You were at Societte's side in an instant.
Yuel: Societte, did it hurt ya? Quick, get behind me! I'mma give that fox a beatdown!
You: Stinky fox! Come get some!
Societte: W-wait! O-Inari had a reason for bringing me here!
You: Huh?
Yuel: What reason?
Ukanomitama: I promised I would explain everything.
Ukanomitama proceeds to tell everyone what it told Societte.
Lyria: Oh, okay. You were hoping Societte would dance in your place for the village's revitalization festival.
Vyrn: The fox is in a real tough spot, huh?
Yuel: Still, kidnappin' wasn't the answer. A nice chat woulda saved us from havin' heart attacks.
Ukanomitama: My actions were rash, I admit. I am truly sorry.
Yuel: Oh well. Looks like Societte forgives ya, so I'm good with whatever.
Yuel: This is a real doozy of a situation though.
Ukanomitama: Despite my heavy-handed approach, would you consider—
- Sure, we'll help.
Choose: Sure, we'll help.Ukanomitama: ...
Societte: Hehe. See? What did I tell you?
Kou: Since Societte's on board, that means we'll happily lend a hand too.
Lyria: Yep! We'll do whatever we can!
You: Uh... What can we do, anyway?
Lyria: Well... Now's the time to start brainstorming!
Yuel: Ooh, good idea. I was just about to suggest that myself.
Kou: Haha...
Ukanomitama: Have you really thought this through?
Lyria: After listening to your story, we'd like to help.
Ukanomitama: Societte is surrounded by kind souls. Birds of a feather flock together, I suppose.
Societte: Not quite, O-Inari. I'm the one who takes after them.
Ukanomitama: I see. You're lucky to have a close relationship with them.
Ukanomitama: Thank you for your cooperation, kind ones.
Ukanomitama: I apologize for the rush, but we should rehearse the dance.
A bright light envelops Ukanomitama.
The crew shield their eyes from the overwhelming glare.
When the light fades enough for the crew to open their eyes again, they see the identical likeness of Societte staring back.
Ukanomitama: Hm... It seems I was able to transform somehow.
Societte: Is that you, O-Inari?
Ukanomitama: Yes. We look similar, do we not?
Yuel: Whoa... I'm seein' double here...
Societte: I thought you said you weren't able to transform anymore.
Ukanomitama: Your concern for my well-being has reinvigorated me with some faith. This is, however, merely temporary.
Ukanomitama: Since my time is limited, allow me to partake in the rehearsal.
Kou: Say, would it be all right if I joined in too?
Kou: I'm kind of curious as to what this harvest dance looks like.
Kou: I might even be able to help Societte with her practice in some way.
You: Oh, me too! Me too! Sis Societte's always teaching me stuff, so now I wanna give back!
Yuel: Don't forget about yours truly!
Ukanomitama: You are all more than welcome to.
Lyria: Um... What about the rest of us?
Ukanomitama: Please help out the villagers. I'm sure they have many tasks best served by younger backs.
Lyria: Okay! We'll do that!
Vyrn: Wouldn't hurt to advertise the festival either. We should contact Siero and ask her to spread the word.
Vyrn: The sooner the better too. Let's go get in touch right now!
Societte: Thank you, everybody.
(Captain) smiles with pride and heads into the village to help its residents.
Ukanomitama: Then let us begin.
With that said, Ukanomitama teaches Societte the harvest dance.
Societte: ...
At night, Societte practices Ukanomitama's dance in a nearby forest.
Yuel: Really burnin' the midnight oil, hm?
Societte: What brings you here at this hour, Yuel?
Yuel: Just wanna chat 'bout something.
Yuel: Why'dja accept O-Inari's request?
Societte: She said the ebb and flow of fortune is decided by mortals.
Societte: That it's only natural for the village to disappear.
Societte: But it's hard to deal with the loneliness of losing the things you cherish.
Societte: I know how that feels. Like when I lost Mom and Dad...
Societte: ...
Yuel: Ah... Yeah, I get that.
Societte: In my head, I didn't want O-Inari or the villagers to go through what I felt...
Yuel: Very Societte-esque! C'mere, you!
Societte: Heehee, cut it out...
Yuel: But I still think you're hiding somethin'. C'mon, you'll feel much better when ya cough up the truth.
Societte: Guess I can't keep anything from you, can I?
Yuel: I mean, how long have we been together for?
Societte: Since forever?
Yuel: Yep, pretty much. Probably even before we were born, I betcha. So it's no wonder I can read ya like a book.
Societte: I can't argue with that.
Societte: So the thing is... I'm always being bailed out by everyone else.
Societte: But what can I do to repay their kindness? It's not like I have anything to offer...
Societte: I'm so sick of being useless. Seriously, I am.
Societte: I wanted to help someone in order to repay the many people who have helped me. That's who I want to be.
Societte: I wanted to be like (Captain).
Societte: So being useful to O-Inari was my way of being greedy... For my own self-satisfaction.
Societte: What do you think, Yuel? That makes me a terrible person, doesn't it?
Yuel: Hm...
Yuel: Check this out, Societte. If I do this with my hand... Look, it's O-Inari! Yip, yip!
Yuel contorts her hand to form a shape that resembles the fox.
Societte: Oh, it really does look like O-Inari.
Societte: Hm?
Societte watches in puzzlement as Yuel's hand closes in on her forehead.
Yuel: Take this! Yip, yip, yip!
Societte: Owie, owie, ow! What was that for!
Yuel: Me and O-Inari here are fed up with your bellyachin'!
Societte: What do you mean?
Yuel: You're definitely not a terrible person!
Yuel: Self-satisfaction? Greedy? What's wrong with that? Better to be a hypocrite than someone who doesn't care!
Yuel: Not that I'm callin' ya a hypocrite, 'cause you're totally not!
Yuel: Ya think ya haven't helped anyone? Can't give back a single thing?
Yuel: I call bull! You've always been there to save my tail!
Societte: Yuel...
Yuel: And it's not just me, okay? You've helped Kou, You, (Captain), and everybody else!
Yuel: But don't just take my word for it.
Yuel turns away from Societte and gazes at a spot in the brush.
Kou: Haha, so much for staying hidden...
Societte: Kou, You... What are you two doing out here?
Kou: It seemed like you were preoccupied with something, and we were worried.
You: Remember, Sis Societte. I wouldn't be here right now if you hadn't rescued me.
Kou: It's all thanks to your selflessness that we can go about our lives in peace and comfort.
You: Yeah, so don't put yourself down like that.
Societte: Kou... You...
Societte: Haha... Yeah. Everyone's helping me as always.
The caring words of her friends cause Societte's eyes to tear up a little, but she keeps it hidden from the others.
A little ways off, (Captain) and company are watching the four Erunes.
Lyria: I knew Societte was acting a little differently. She really did have something on her mind.
Vyrn: Yuel's hit on it before, but Societte has a bad habit of saddlin' herself with too much stuff.
Lyria: Well, I think things will work out from now on. Hehe, what a relief.
Vyrn: I'm still thinkin' about how she wants to be like (Captain). She really looks up to our captain.
(Captain) blushes and tries to play it off.
Satisfied with the outcome of the happy quartet, (Captain) and company head back to their rooms.
Societte's Wish: Scene 4
Thanks to (Captain) and company, the village is packed with visitors on the day of the festival. Societte performs the dance she learned from Ukanomitama in front of the crowd, which leads people to become interested in the festival's subject of worship. The flare of new faith brought on by the crew's efforts helps Ukanomitama to regain its strength, successfully saving both the village and its overseer.
The Inari Festival, a last-ditch effort to stave off the village's collapse, is finally here.
Thanks to the efforts of the crew and Sierokarte, the village is packed with people.
Ukanomitama: The village is humming again with activity.
Ukanomitama: I never thought I'd see this again.
Societte: We have (Captain) and the crew to thank for that.
Ukanomitama: No, there is more to it than that. Your determination became their motivation. Everything was set in motion due to the strength of your conviction.
Societte: Hehe... You're making me blush.
Yuel: Societte! It's almost time to get your groove thang on!
Societte: Got it, I'll be right there.
Societte: Well, O-Inari, I'll see you later.
Societte: I'll keep you in my thoughts as I dance.
Ukanomitama: Mm.
Societte pats Ukanomitama's head and climbs up on the stage.
Ukanomitama: My dying wish was for this last festival to be a success. I would have no regrets.
Ukanomitama: But perhaps it's too early to give up...
Societte: ...
Societte performs the harvest dance exactly as Ukanomitama had taught her.
The villagers watch in silence, moved to tears by her graceful movements.
Villager 1: How can someone dance so beautifully?
Villager 2: She embodies O-Inari's dancing perfectly. Truly she is O-Inari's chosen...
Villager 1: Yes, O-Inari...
Villager 2: We will always be with you...
Villager 1: On kirikaku sowaka...
Villager 2: On kirikaku sowaka...
Ukanomitama: Yes, I am still with you for now... But my time is...
Ukanomitama: ...
Ukanomitama: What?
Meanwhile, the crew watch from their special section in the audience, and they're captivated by Societte's performance.
Yuel: Yep, yep... Always said she was on a different level.
Kou: She glides so smoothly and quietly from one step to the next. I certainly couldn't create such a solemn mood.
You: Wonder if I'll ever be able to dance like her...
(Captain) and the others are glued to their seats by the splendid spectacle on stage.
When the dance ends and Societte steps off the stage, she receives a standing ovation from the crew.
Societte: Ehehe... Thanks for the support, everyone.
Ukanomitama: That was a magnificent dance. Thanks to you, this festival will live on in the hearts of the villagers.
Societte: O-Inari? Why are you in that form?
Ukanomitama: Take a look around.
Societte: Hm?
Societte checks her surroundings.
The entire village is brimming with energy as people talk excitedly among themselves.
Tourist 1: What a dance. I've never seen anything like it, but I'm already a fan.
Tourist 2: Who's the festival celebrating again? Ukanomitama? Wonder what kinda blessings she bestows.
Tourist 3: Hm, I think it was stuff like encouraging bumper crops for big profits, good weather, good fortune, marriage... And the list goes on.
Tourist 1: She oversees all of that? Dang, I oughta be worshipping her more!
Tourist 2: Marriage, huh... I think she just picked up a new follower...
Tourist 3: Same here! I'm definitely comin' back! Getting blessings on top of an emotional dance show? I'd be dumb to pass that up!
Vyrn: Whoa... Looks like Societte was a major hit with the tourists.
Lyria: Everyone's believing in O-Inari, and it's all thanks to Societte.
Societte: I did this?
Ukanomitama: Your display sparked a new fire of faith, large and small, in the hearts of the young.
Ukanomitama: My body, which was flickering in and out of existence, is completely restored. I can come and go in skydweller form as I please.
Societte: Oh! Does that also mean you're able to perform the harvest dance again?
Ukanomitama: Indeed. With a little more faith, I will be able to use that power soon.
Societte: That's wonderful news. Now no one has to lose anything special to them.
Ukanomitama: You've done more than you know. I am rethinking my perspective of fortune's ebb and flow.
Ukanomitama: Everything is finite, but perhaps it wouldn't hurt to make some things last for as long as possible.
Ukanomitama: In any case, we shall attempt to keep holding this festival.
Societte: O-Inari...
Ukanomitama: Allow me to thank you with all my heart, Societte.
Societte: That's quite all right. This little project was kind of for myself too.
Societte: Let us know when you do another festival.
Societte: I'll be sure to help out again.
Ukanomitama: I was hoping to hear that. To you and your friends, thank you so much.
Everyone graciously nods.
The crew leaves the village and returns to the Grandcypher.
Everyone splits off to go to their cabins except for Societte, who remains on the deck, taking in the evening wind.
- What's up?
Choose: What's up?Societte: Oh, (Captain). I was going over a few things in my head.
Societte gazes toward Ukanomitama's village.
Societte: I felt insecure during this entire incident.
Societte: Everyone said they'd be happy to support me.
Societte: Yet I still didn't believe in myself.
Societte: It wasn't until I felt Ukanomitama's gratefulness and saw the villagers' happy faces that I realized I had made a difference.
Societte: Wouldn't it be nice if I had more confidence?
Societte: So from now on, I'm thinking of pushing myself to be just that.
- Sounds great.
Choose: Sounds great.Societte: Thank you, (Captain).
Societte: Um, this might come off as another selfish request, but I hope you'll keep supporting me when I need it.
Societte's face relaxes into a smile, showing the trust she has in (Captain).
Her words are filled with a strength she's never expressed until now.
The Best Big Sisters
When Societte and Yuel get into a fight one day, Kou and You go to (Captain) and the others for help. As it turns out, the two younger Erunes had wanted to go into town to buy a surprise present for their big sisters. But when they asked for permission to go out by themselves, Yuel agreed while Societte insisted they need supervision. As a result of this conflict, Societte and Yuel decide to have a competition to see who is the better big sister.
It's a bright and sunny afternoon.
(Captain) and company are going about their day in their own way.
You: (Captain)!
Lyria: Eep! What is it, You?
Lyria: What's the big rush?
You: Me and Bro Kou can't handle this on our own! Please help us!
Vyrn: Whoa there, slow down. Help with what?
You: Just come with me, and you'll see! Hurry, everyone!
The young girl then drags (Captain) out the room by the arm.
Societte: They can't, Yuel. What if something happens to them?
Yuel: Kou and You used to travel on their own all the time. They'll be fine!
Societte: That's so irresponsible, Yuel...
Yuel: Wha-wha? I can't believe you'd say that about me! Well, you're too overprotective!
Kou: Hey, could you both please calm down?
It seems Yuel and Societte are arguing over something and neither woman intends to back down.
Kou is trying to act as an intermediary.
You: Bro Kou! I brought (Captain) and the others!
Kou: Thanks! Great job.
Vyrn: It's not every day you see Yuel and Societte goin' at each other.
- What's the fight about?
Choose: What's the fight about?Kou: The two of us, You and I, asked if we could go into town to do some shopping.
Kou: That's what kicked it off...
Societte: It's too dangerous. As the big sisters, we should go with them.
Yuel: They'll be fine. After all, Kou is a big boy!
Yuel: But the main point is they want to go by themselves.
Yuel: Shouldn't we as big sisters respect their wishes?
Societte: Then how come every time I want to go somewhere by myself you automatically start to worry?
Yuel: Well, that's 'cause it's you...
Societte: What's that supposed to mean!
Yuel: Hey, I'm jus' sayin' kids gotta leave the nest eventually, right?
Societte: I know that, but what if there's something they can't deal with... We have to protect them!
Yuel: You're way past being kind. More like a supreme worrywart.
Societte: Well, that makes you a supreme slacker.
Lyria: That's why they're arguing with each other.
Kou: Yeah...
Vyrn: That's it? I was expectin' something bigger. Got me worried for nothin'.
Vyrn: Like, can we even call this a fight?
Lyria: Ahaha... Fight or not, making peace is still better, right?
Lyria: But how come Kou and You want to go shopping by themselves?
Vyrn: Oh, yeah. I'd like to know why too.
Kou: Erm...
You: Keep this a secret, okay?
Kou and You huddle in close to (Captain), Lyria, and Vyrn.
Kou: The town sells one of Yuel and Societte's favorite snacks.
You: I like it too. It's this gourmet fried manju! Mm, so yummy...
Lyria: Gosh, that sounds fancy.
Vyrn: Can you afford it?
You: We took all kinds of jobs and saved up enough rupies for three boxes!
Lyria: Sounds like you've been busy...
Kou: Yuel and Societte always take good care of us.
Kou: Least we can do is get them a present to show our thanks.
You: And to make it even better, it has to be a surprise.
Vyrn: Okay, I gotcha. Obviously Yuel and Societte can't tag along on your shopping trip if you wanna keep it a secret.
Kou: Right, but thanks to that, now they're arguing with each other.
(Captain) and the others glance over at the still bickering Erunes.
You: I'll try to talk to them.
You: Um, I don't think there's anything to worry about, Sis Societte! Kou's really strong!
Societte: I'm not worried about monsters, but what if a bad person tries to trick you? You don't want to fall for lies like I do, do you?
Yuel: I'm tellin' ya, Kou can handle it!
Yuel: And what kinda person admits to bein' an easy mark? It's no wonder I worry about ya, Societte!
Yuel: Those two have more street smarts if you ask me. They'll have no trouble out there.
Yuel & Societte: Hmph!
You: Calm down! Me and Bro Kou—
Yuel: Not now, You. This is a matter of big sister pride!
Societte: I'm not backing down either!
You: Oh...
- Can I go now?
- Shows how much they love you.
Choose: Can I go now?Kou: Wh-what! Don't abandon us!
Vyrn: I mean, this is kind of a nothingburger as far as fights go...
Vyrn: Now, if they were throwin' punches or something, that'd be a different story.
You: But this is a big deal! They're arguing with each other!
Kou: They'd probably be more willing to listen to what you guys have to say.
Kou: Could you please step in and smooth things over?
Choose: Shows how much they love you.You: Geez, that sounds so sappy... But I do think you're right.
You: Societte and Yuel are super nice...
You: So I hate to see them fighting over us.
Continue 1Vyrn: Sigh... Might be easier just to have a competition to see who's the better big sister.
Kou: A competition? I don't think that's—
Yuel: I like it!
Yuel: And Kou and You can be the judges!
Societte: Fine! Sounds good to me!
Kou: Great... I'm not sure this solves anything...
You: It wasn't supposed to be like this...
(Captain) also expresses bewilderment at the increasingly complicated situation.
The Best Big Sisters: Scene 2
The showdown between Societte and Yuel begins, with Kou, You, and (Captain) as the judges. The two older sisters shower Kou and You with affection as they oversee everything, from their younger siblings' meals to their bath time. The others watch on fondly from afar.
Who's the better sister for Kou and You?
Societte and Yuel go up against each other in a competition to answer that question.
The actual details of said competition were unknown... Until now.
Yuel: Gather round, people! It's the Supportive Sister Super Showdown!
Vyrn: ...
Vyrn: What?
Kou: Don't ask me...
Lyria: What are the rules?
Yuel: Everyone knows a big sis's job is to take care of the younger siblings.
Yuel: So we're gonna see who does a better job of doting on Kou and You!
Vyrn: Sounds pretty straightforward. What was the fanfare for?
Yuel: Over the next few days, we'll tend to Kou and You, and then they'll vote on who's the better sister.
Societte: I'm okay with that.
You: Oh, that's it? As long as you're not beating each other up, fine by me.
You: Sounds kinda interesting.
Kou: Maybe for you... I've got a bad feeling about this... Like reeeally bad.
Yuel: Oh yeah, you're joining in too, (Captain). We need a tiebreaker.
A shiver runs down (Captain)'s spine at being dragged into this imbroglio.
Yuel: You're just like family to us too. So no weaslin' out by sayin' ya got nothin' to do with us!
Societte: No complaints!
Lyria: Ahaha... Good luck.
Yuel: (Captain) will watch and vote as an outside third judge.
- All righty.
- Am I getting the sister treatment too?
Choose: All righty.Yuel: Thanks, (Captain).
Yuel: For your participation, I'm awardin' ya ten Yuel points! Stay tuned for more prizes to come!
Societte: What? I-I want points too...
Yuel: And at the conclusion of this competition, I'll give ya 10,000 points, (Captain)!
Vyrn: What kind of scaling is that! Can't even tell how much the points are actually worth.
Choose: Am I getting the sister treatment too?Yuel: Oho, ya want some pamperin' too, eh?
Societte: Yuel and I can take care of you after the showdown.
Societte: You're always working so hard that you deserve to be spoiled by me!
Yuel: No, me!
Lyria: Erm... That's my job!
Societte: Then the three of us will take care of (Captain)!
Kou: Yuel, Societte, and Lyria all at once?
You: Kahaha! Look who's jealous!
Kou: Oh, um, yeah. Good luck, (Captain).
Continue 1Societte: Yuel. I'm not gonna lose!
Yuel: Took the words outta my mouth! I'll show ya why I'm the better sister!
Lyria: Ahaha... This competition feels so wholesome.
Vyrn: The way Kou's eye keeps twitching worries me a bit, but... Eh. Whatever happens, happens.
Societte: Open wide, Kou.
Kou: I'm old enough to feed myself...
Societte: Oh... Sorry. You don't like being fed?
Kou: It's not that I don't like it, I just...
Societte: That's okay. You don't have to explain yourself. I understand.
Kou: Gulp... On second thought... C-could you... feed me...
Societte: Really? Sure! Say "aah."
Kou: A-aah...
Societte: How is it, Kou? Yummy?
Kou: Yeah, very.
Kou: (Oh man, this is so embarrassing. But I can't stand seeing her look sad...)
Societte: Okay, here comes another spoonful.
Kou: (She seems so happy that I'm letting her feed me.)
Kou: (Now I can't say no to her anymore... Scary...)
Yuel: C'mon, You. Gotta finish yer veggies.
You: I don't like these vegetables. They smell too... green.
Yuel: Give 'em a chance! Look, the veggies love ya! Incoming! Wheeoo... kaboom!
You: Hey, don't stuff them in my mouth—mmblegh!
Vyrn: Sigh... I thought this was supposed to be a competition. This isn't different from any other day.
Lyria: H-hey, (Captain)! Say "aah"!
Vyrn: Wait, what are you doing?
Lyria: Well, I saw Societte feeding Kou, and I sorta wanted to try it too... Ehehe...
Vyrn: Sigh...
Societte: You, your tail fur is clumpy. Have you been combing them properly?
You: I-it's not easy brushing 'em by myself. And I'm still not good at taking baths...
Societte: We can always bathe together at any time. Just say the word.
You: Really? Okay! I'll come find you every day then!
Societte: Sure. But before we climb into the water, let's see what we can do about your tails.
Societte takes out a comb and carefully, but firmly, straightens out the tangles.
You: Oh, will Bro Kou join us too?
Societte: I asked him, but he prefers to bathe alone.
Societte: Hm... I don't know why he doesn't want to join me.
Societte: Even though he sometimes takes baths with Yuel.
You: That's not really by choice. Sis Yuel drags him in there.
You: He tries to escape right before bath time. It's too much work. He should just give up.
Societte: Yeah...
Yuel: I caught ya, Kou! No running away today! Yuel bear hug!
Kou: Wait a minute! I keep telling you over and over again.
Kou: I'm a guy! We're not allowed to take baths together!
Yuel: Yeah, you say that, but I clearly remember ya taking a bath with me before.
Kou: That's because You was there too! That was a special case!
Yuel: Nah, that's not important. Who cares about special cases. C'mon, off, off. No clothes in the tub.
Kou: Eeep, Yuel! Let go of my shirt!
Yuel: Since ya screamed like a girl, that makes ya one too, yeah? Problem solved.
Kou: You know that's not true! Help me, (Captain)!
Societte: Oh, Yuel... Haha. She never changes.
Societte: Wow, that lightning was pretty close... Kind of scary...
Societte: I wonder if Yuel's okay...
A knock at the door puzzles Societte, who isn't expecting visitors at this hour.
Societte: Yuel?
You: Sis Societte... Can I come in?
Societte: Oh, You? Sure, come in.
Societte: What's wrong? It's late—
You: Yaaah!
You yelps at the sudden boom of thunder, and she starts to shake.
Societte: Ah, the thunder is scary, isn't it?
Societte: Why don't you stay with me tonight?
You: C-can I?
Societte: Mm-hm. Climb in.
Societte unfurls the covers, and You slips into the bed.
You: Mm... Sis Societte's bed is nice and toasty.
You: Eeek!
Societte: It's okay. You're safe with me.
You: Huh?
Societte wraps her arms around You and pulls her close.
Thump-thump, thump-thump, goes the gentle rhythm of the older Erune's pulse.
The younger girl's racing heartbeat begins to slow, matching the calm, steady beat of Societte's heart.
Societte: Feeling better?
You: Mm-hm...
Societte: My mom used to hold me like this. It helped me sleep like a baby.
You: Mm... Like a baby...
Societte: ...
You: Yawn...
You: Snore...
Societte: Nighty-night, You.
Stroking her little sister's head nestled in her bosom, Societte herself drifts off into blissful sleep.
The Best Big Sisters: Scene 3
Several days later, Societte and Yuel ask the three judges for their decision on the winner. However, the three agree that both of them are equally great sisters. When Kou and You tell the two that they are both very special to them, Societte and Yuel get emotional and finally make up with each other. With the feud over, everyone gathers together for a snack. Societte smiles, happy to be surrounded by her precious family.
A few days have passed since the start of the sister showdown.
Societte and Yuel gather everyone together so that a winner can be declared.
Kou: ...
Lyria: K-Kou? Are you feeling okay? Those are some dark circles under your eyes...
Kou: Let's just say... a bunch of things happened.
Vyrn: Guess he got the works...
Kou: Was bathing and sleeping on my own too much to ask? Yawn...
Societte: Feeling sleepy? You can rest your head on my lap later.
Kou: Er, thanks, but my bed will do fine.
Societte: Aw...
Kou: Ngh... W-well, I guess I wouldn't mind...
Societte: Hehehe, sleep for as long as you like.
Vyrn: He's a total pushover when he's sleep-deprived.
Lyria: Ahaha... Kou's such a good boy.
Once everyone settles down, Yuel claps her hands together.
Yuel: All righty! And now for the moment we've been waiting for! Time to announce the final results!
Yuel: Who will win the Supportive Sister Super Showdown?
Yuel: It's up to our three judges: Kou, You, and (Captain). Don't keep us in suspense now.
Yuel: Between me and Societte, who makes fer the better big sister?
The three judges look at each other, and then nod in unison after a brief pause.
- You're equally great sisters.
Choose: You're equally great sisters.Yuel: What? Whaaaat! Talk about a cop-out. We—
You: Sis Yuel and Sis Societte are both really special to us, so it's impossible to choose only one.
Kou: I feel the same way. We don't want to pick sides.
Kou: We're happy to be with both of you. That's what matters to us.
Societte: Kou! You!
Societte swells with emotion upon hearing those words, and she gives Kou and You a big hug.
Societte: I'm so glad you see it that way. I couldn't ask for anything more.
Yuel: Sigh... Now that's sly.
Yuel: Of course when ya put it that way, doin' this competition makes us look like straight-up fools.
Societte: We're their big sisters.
Societte: It wasn't right asking them which of us they loved more.
Societte: Sorry, you two, for dragging you into our silly little tiff.
Yuel: Yeah, super sorry.
Kou: It's all right, so long as this is done with.
You: Now that you two've made up, we have a special present!
You whips out a fancy-looking box and hoists it over her head.
You: Ta-daaaa!
Societte: A gift for us?
Kou: We wanted to show our appreciation, so we bought a little something we knew you'd like.
Yuel: Yahooo! Fried manju! Nothin' little about this!
Societte: This is so fancy. It must've been expensive. I hope it wasn't too much trouble.
Kou: Nah. Although we did have to wait until you guys were done fighting...
You: Good thing everything worked out before these expired!
You: Any later and I'd have scarfed them all myself!
Kou: It didn't make sense to ignore you guys and sneak off into town in the middle of the competition.
Lyria: We went with them and ate lots of manju!
Vyrn: They didn't need to know that last part...
Lyria: Ehehe...
Societte: Oh, so that's why you asked to go into town.
Societte: What great kids...
The heartwarming scene brings a mix of relief and amusement to the crew.
Vyrn: I think we can call this case closed.
Lyria: Mm-hm. But there is one little thing...
Lyria trails off while smiling at Societte.
Societte: Hm? What is it, Lyria?
Lyria: Oh, nothing. Watching you guys together, I got more of a mommy feeling than a big sister feeling.
Societte: We're like moms? Really? Ehehe... I kind of like the sound of that.
Vyrn: Hehe, that reminds me. Hey, You.
You: What?
Vyrn flies over to the confused girl and whispers in her ear.
You: Will that make Sis Societte happy?
Vyrn: I'm sure of it. Give it a go.
You: Okay...
The girl timidly walks up to Societte and takes hold of the older Erune's sleeve.
Societte: What is it, You?
You: Um... M-Mommy...
Societte: ...!
Societte's eyes widen. She bends down and clutches You by the shoulders.
Societte: Y-You? Can you say that one more time for me? Just one more time?
Yuel: Hey, that ain't fair! You, I want a taste too!
You: No, I can't do it! This is really awkward. I don't wanna say it again.
Yuel: Like a dagger to my heart... Kou, you're my only hope!
Kou: No way am I saying that.
- You really do act like a family.
Choose: You really do act like a family.Societte: Because we are a big special family. Yuel, Kou, You, (Captain), and everyone in the crew.
Societte: Ehehe. We'll always be together!
Everyone is all smiles as they look at Societte.
But her smile is perhaps the biggest of them all.
Fully Blossomed
When Societte reveals her royal bloodline, her childhood friend Yuel is angry at her for keeping secrets until she realizes Societte was only trying to protect her. Yuel convinces Societte that they should bear the burden of restoring their thousand-year legacy and seek the sacred treasures together. Societte begins teaching Yuel the ceremonial dance dedicated to Lady Ninetails.
Yuel: What the hell, Societte! Why didn't ya tell me this earlier!
Societte: Ah... Erm... Uh... Oh...
Yuel, seeker of a thousand-year heritage, and Societte, heritor of that very legacy, are reunited when they both join (Captain)'s crew.
Despite their familiarity with one another, they don't seem to see eye to eye.
Vyrn: Come on, guys, can't you just be happy to see each other?
Lyria: Yeah, Societte had her reasons...
Yuel: Hey! You guys stay outta this! This is between me an' Societte, ya hear?
Vyrn: Humph. Yuel's so mad, I don't think we're gonna be able to calm her down.
Societte has just revealed that she is in fact the scion of a vanished royal family.
When Yuel learns what her childhood friend has been hiding all this time, she is furious.
Yuel: I mean, who does that! You knew that I was tryin' to restore our people and recover those thousand years of lost history!
Societte: Um... But...
Yuel: But nothin'!
Societte: I... I'm sorry...
Yuel: ...
Yuel: Ugh! You're not gettin' it! I mean, I am mad that you've been hidin' this, but...
Yuel: I'm more hurt that you didn't trust me.
Societte: ...
Yuel: I... I trust you completely, you know? I mean, I love you.
Societte: Yuel...
Yuel: But maybe you don't feel the same way. Obviously you don't trust me.
Societte: No! That's not true at all...
Societte: Yuel, you mean more to me than anything. That's why I couldn't tell you.
Yuel: What's that s'pposed to mean?
Societte: Um... Well... Just watch... the first dance...
Yuel: Societte, you can use foxflame too? I thought I was the only one...
Societte: It's a very special gift. A thousand years ago, our ancestors worshipped Lady Ninetails—the power comes from her.
Societte: There are bad people... who'd do anything to get their hands on that power, or any knowledge of the royal family...
Societte: They... wouldn't think twice about killing to get it, either.
Yuel: What? So people are after you too?
Societte weakly nods her head.
Vyrn: Societte, I remember you said you lost your parents to some bad people...
Yuel: Really? So the reason you came to my village when we were little...
Societte: Before she died... my mother said that I'd be safe there...
Yuel: I... I had no idea.
Societte: I was so scared. I thought if I told you about what happened, and that I was part of the royal family...
Societte: Sniff... Then they might... get you too...
Societte: So I decided I'd never tell you, no matter what...
Societte: But then, you...
Yuel: Then it turned out I'd inherited that same power from our ancestors...
Societte: When that happened, I had no idea what I should do...
Yuel: Hmm... So that's why you looked so troubled that day I left the village.
Societte: You were so gung-ho about reviving the royal family. You kept saying it was your destiny.
Yuel: Yeah... When I realized I could use foxflame, I took it as some kinda sign from the heavens.
Yuel: I thought all it would take would be bringing together the sacred treasures and the right people. Stupid, I know.
Societte: No... It's just, if you want to revive the royal line, you need something else as well.
Societte: You need Lady Ninetails herself, and the right dance to honor her... plus the heritors of both the dance and the sacred treasures...
Yuel: I need to find all that?
Societte: It's going to be difficult, and dangerous.
Societte: I... I've been thinking. This quest you've started...
Societte: I think I should be the one to do it. I'm the heritor of the bloodline and that treasure, and I know the dance...
Societte: That way, you can...
Yuel: I see... Hm. All right. Let's go for a walk!
Societte: Huh? What?
Yuel: Come on! (Captain), you guys can come too! Me and Societte'll go on ahead!
With a smile ten miles wide, Yuel takes Societte by the hand and leaves the airship.
Lyria: W-wait! Yuel!
Societte: Yuel, what are we doing here? It's really creepy. I'm getting scared.
Yuel: I guess you're right, but we have to... Aha! There it is!
Yuel: Look! Over there! That spring! Look how clear that water is!
Societte: Wow! You're right! It's beautiful!
Yuel: Ahahaha! There, now you're not so scared, are ya?
Societte: Hmm... You're right! I'm not scared anymore! Heehee!
Yuel: See? Oh and what's this?
Yuel: Over here! Stand here and take a reeeal deep breath!
Societte: Hehe, okay! Mmm...
Societte: Huh? The air is so clear!
Yuel: Right? I've never smelled air so clean!
Societte: Incredible. I had no idea this place existed!
Yuel: Ahahaha! All right, on to the next one!
The crew, following Yuel into the forest, does as she instructs and hides in the undergrowth.
Yuel: Not long now... It'll be here soon...
Societte: Huh? What'll be here soon?
Yuel: There it is! That long-eared critter! It comes here a lot. Isn't it funny lookin'?
Societte: Ahahaha! You're right. But it's kinda cute too.
Emdina: !
Societte: Ah! It ran away!
Yuel: Ahahaha! It's always so shy! Let's follow it!
Societte: Heehee. Yeah! Come back, critter!
Yuel, Societte, and the crew spend the rest of the day frolicking.
Yuel: Wasn't that fun? Seeing new sights, finding new things...
Societte: Heehee. It was a bit tiring, but I had such a good time!
Yuel: I knew you'd enjoy treasure hunting!
Yuel: It's a quest, and I take it seriously, but there's fun to be had too! It can be a real adventure!
Yuel: I'm sorry, I just can't give this life up. I have to carry on searching for the sacred treasures.
Yuel: Besides, if I stopped treasure hunting, you'd be in more danger, wouldn't you?
Societte: Yeah...
Yuel: So you see, I have to carry on.
Yuel: I feel the same way you do, Societte. I don't want anyone I love to get hurt, or be sad...
Societte: Yuel...
Yuel: Phew... Besides. If we search together, we'll be more effective and safer, don'tcha think?
Yuel: If we're together, then nothing in this world can stop us. Right?
Societte: Oh...Yuel... Sob...
Yuel: But anyway, enough chatter...
Societte turns red in embarrassment as Yuel pats her on the head.
Societte: That day when you left the village, I'd have given anything to go with you.
Yuel: What! Then why didn't you say anything?
Societte: I... wanted to. But I was torn. I didn't know whether I wanted to stop you or join you.
Societte: And before I had a chance to say anything, you were already gone.
Yuel: So that's what really happened. I'm sorry. I had no idea you felt that way.
Societte: Don't apologize. If anything, I should be the one apologizing to you.
Societte: ...
Societte: Eh... ah... um! Yuel! If you don't mind, I'd like to ask you...
Societte: Can I... please join you?
Yuel: Ahaha! As if I'd say no after all this! Wild horses couldn't keep me away! Let's do this together!
Vyrn: Heheh, don't forget about us! We're here to help you on your quest!
Societte: Yuel... Vyrn... everyone. Thank you!
Tears glint in Societte's eyes, and though she tries to hide her emotion, her tail wags tellingly.
Yuel, seeing this, breaks into a smile and starts wagging her own tail. She gives Societte another pat on the head.
Yuel: H-hey, going back to what you said earlier...
Yuel: I'd... I'd really like to learn that special dance you mentioned.
Societte: Well, I think as long as you can use foxflame, you should be able to do it. I'll teach you the steps.
Yuel: Yay! You mean it? Awesome! You're the best, Societte!
Societte: Teehee...
Societte teaches Yuel the simple steps, and the two start dancing.
Societte dances with incredible precision and grace. And though Yuel is still learning, her dancing is expressive and passionate.
As they move, tongues of blue and red flame lick up around them.
Lit in those flickering colors, the two dancers captivate the entire crew with their performance.