Map Skits Note: The choices offered are italicized. Colette SE of Triet Colette: Hehe! Lloyd: You seem happy. Colette: Yeah! It might seem inconsiderate, but I’m having a lot of fun and I’m really happy. Lloyd: Why? Colette: Well...it’s because I’ve made a lot of friends. You were my only friend until now, you know? Lloyd: Yeah, we stuck out like a sore thumb. Colette: No, I was the only one that stuck out. You were just nice and always kept me company. That’s why you’re my favorite person in Iselia. Lloyd: Oh...ah. Thanks. OR Lloyd: Weirdo. Colette: ...You’re so mean! E of the Temple of Lightning Colette: I thought Tethe’alla would be a lot more different. Lloyd: Like how? Colette: Hmm...Like no one would be hungry, and they’d all wear really nice clothes and always be smiling.... Lloyd: They’re wearing nice clothes. Colette: But there are people who look dirtier than us. ...I guess Tethe’all isn’t a perfect world after all. Lloyd: Yeah. You’re right. There are humans, elves, and half-elves...and not everything is perfect. I guess that’s reality. Colette: I...I’m going to work harder. Lloyd: Huh? Colette: This is reality, but I want the world to be a happier place. So I’m going to work hard at it. Lloyd: Yeah, let’s do it together. OR Lloyd: Well, duh. Colette: Hehe...you’re right. SE of Altamira (hidden in forest) Colette: I wonder if Sylvarant would become like Tethe’alla if peace continued for 800 years? Lloyd: I doubt it. Colette: Oh...that’s too bad. OR Lloyd: Maybe. Colette: I’m so excited! Lloyd: Maybe Iselia will become ten times bigger! Colette: I’ll probably get lost. Lloyd: Yeah, but it’ll be more fun to play hide-and-seek! Colette: Yeah! That’ll be really fun! Lloyd: Oh...but uh...I’m too old to be playing kiddie games though. Colette: Really? Oh...I guess we won’t be alive 800 years from now. Lloyd: Oh...that’s right. Damn, I really wanted to play. Colette: Hehehe, so you did want to play! I’m glad. SE of Hima Colette: You’re so lucky that you have Noishe. Lloyd: Hehe, I know. Colette: Yeah, I’m so jealous. Lloyd: You want a pet too? Colette: Yeah, a big dog. And a small one, too. I’m going to get lots of them. Lloyd: You really like dogs. Colette: I like cats, too. Fishes are cute as well -- lizards and turtles, too! Lloyd: I don’t know about the latter.... Colette: They’re cute! When turtles close their eyes, their eyelids come up from the bottom! Lloyd: Uh...huh. Colette: You’re cute, too, when you’re sleeping. Lloyd: What am I...a turtle? OR Lloyd: You think? Colette: Yeah... E of Asgard Ranch Colette: ... Lloyd: Colette, let’s go. Colette: Um...okay. OR Lloyd: What’s wrong? Colette: Oh, um, I’m sorry. Lloyd: Come on, you can tell me. Colette: Um...well, when I was really young...I thought that everyone became an angel when they died. But when I found out that I was the only one, it felt lonely. I realized that I was different. Lloyd: You weren’t afraid of dying? Colette: ...No. I didn’t really understand what it meant to die. I didn’t fear death until I met you, Lloyd. I began to fear death once I had friends. Lloyd: Colette, I’m happy for you. Colette: What? Lloyd: If you’re afraid of dying, it means you’re happy to be alive. Colette: ...Yeah! SE of Altamira continent Colette: Say, have you ever ridden on a dragon wagon? Lloyd: Nope, never. Colette: I’ve been on one once. Lloyd: Okay. Colette: Oh...hehe. That’s all.... OR Lloyd: Wow! How was it? Colette: It’s really fun! I’ve only done it once, but your body shakes with every step the dragon takes! Lloyd: Seems like a rough ride. Colette: There’s a trick to it.... You need to feel the rhythm. So I tried really hard to match the tempo and... Lloyd: And? Colette: I got sick.... Lloyd: That was...fun? Colette: No. Lloyd: But you had fun, right? Colette: Yeah! Lloyd: Okay...I don’t get it. Genis N of Izoold (bridge) Genis: Don’t you sometimes think that what we’re doing is meaningless? Lloyd: Yeah. Genis: Wow...that’s not like you, Lloyd. You’re no fun. OR Lloyd: No. We won’t know if it’s meaningless until we do it. Genis: A very simple-minded answer. Lloyd: ...Hey. Genis: I doubt there’ll ever be an ending that’ll satisfy everyone. Lloyd: W...well, there...might be... Maybe. Genis: See? You agree with me too. But I guess since I’m like this, that’s why you and I make a good team. I like how you always force yourself to be optimistic. Lloyd: Why do I feel like that’s not a compliment?... Peninsula SE of Altamira Genis: I’m in charge of cooking today, so look forward to it. So, what do you wanna eat? Lloyd: I don’t care. Genis: What kind of an attitude is that? Fine then, I’ll make you eat tomatoes. Lloyd: Aaaah! No! Not that! Anything but that! OR Lloyd: Anything’s fine. Genis: Come on, that’s not fun. Lloyd: But I like everything you make. Genis: Really? Hehehe. Lloyd: You’re a really good cook. Genis: Well yeah. I do most of the chores around the house. Lloyd: Then when do you study? Genis: At school. Lloyd: No way. Then your grades should be the same as mine. Genis: Hey. You don’t study even at school. You’re only awake during lunch and PE. Lloyd: I’m also awake during art. Genis: Is that something to be proud of? You’d do a lot better just by paying attention in class. Lloyd: Bah, studying is for chumps. Genis: Huh? Lloyd: What’s the point of school anyway? I mean, do I really need to know math? Genis: Of course! You use it every day! N of Gaoracchia Forest Genis: Sigh... Lloyd: What’s wrong? Genis: Huh? Lloyd: Why are you sighing? Genis: Oh...uh...I was just thinking that I’ve changed. Lloyd: You have? Genis: I think I’ve become more stubborn because of you. Lloyd: That’s good. Genis: No, it’s not! We only need one person who’s stubborn. Lloyd: Hey. Like the Professor says, you shouldn’t give up on things so easily. Genis: That’s true, but you do get bored with things pretty easily. Lloyd: No I don’t. I don’t give up on anything. Genis: Liar. Then why did you stop trying to memorize the summon spirit relational chart? Lloyd: Th...that’s another matter. Anyway, let’s go. I’m getting bored of this place. Genis: Lloyd...you don’t follow what you say. OR Lloyd: Stop daydreaming. We’re gonna leave you behind. Genis: You’re really insensitive. S of Sylvarant Tower of Salvation Genis: Just one more problem... Lloyd: What’re you doing? Genis: Did you do your homework? Lloyd: Do we really have to do our homework? I mean, come on... Genis: You haven’t done it yet? Raine’s gonna get mad. Lloyd: ...Hey, Genis. Genis: No. Raine would know if I did your homework. Lloyd: It’ll be fine. I’ll write it down myself. Genis: It won’t work. I can’t make the crazy mistakes that you make. Lloyd: You can be a real punk sometimes.... OR leave him alone Genis: ...I’m done! Let’s go, Lloyd. E of Iselia House of Salvation Genis: Hey, do you remember when we first met? Lloyd: Of course! I was having problems doing the homework the teacher before Professor Raine gave me. And you came by and solved it for me. Genis: I remember thinking how pathetic the school system is in Iselia. Of course, it turned out to be just you. Lloyd: You can be a real brat, you know that? Genis: Hehe. But you became friends with me. Lloyd: Well, you were always alone during lunch. Genis: Yeah, so I was really happy. Because you and Colette came and talked to me. I was able to like humans for the first time. Lloyd: You did? Genis: Hehe. That’s why you’re special to me. Lloyd: Thanks. OR Lloyd: Oh. Genis: ...That’s it? Fine. Raine SW of Triet Raine: Hmm... Lloyd: What’s wrong, Professor? You look troubled. Raine: I’m questioning why a lot of reasearchers mix pure science and magitechnology. Lloyd: ...Huh? Raine: The power of magic is at the root of magictechnoilogy has never been proved by science. But still they... Lloyd: Professor... Raine: ...Yes? Lloyd: Aren’t you going to question why you’re talking to someone who has no clue as to what you’re talking about? Raine: Lloyd! Lloyd: Wh...what? Raine: That’s a very good question. I’m basically straightening out my thoughts regarding the question by talking to someone. Lloyd: ...So you’re just gonna keep on talking, aren’t you? OR: I’ll just leave her alone. Raine: ...Oh, I’m brooding. We should get going. N of Luin Lloyd: Professor, where did you study? Was it at some really big school somewhere? Raine: I’ve never been to school. I took several tests, but I never attended a formal school due to various circumstances. Lloyd: Wow, I never realized that people can get smart like you without going to school. Raine: As long as you have the will, you can study anywhere. Lloyd: I get it. Since I don’t have the will, I don’t understand what you teach in class. Raine: Don’t sound so proud about it! I know that you can do it if you just try harder. I mean, you’re able to learn intricate crafting techniques. Lloyd: Oh, heh, well, I have the will to do that. Raine: ...I guess it’s fine. Even I sometimes can’t achieve the desired end results. Lloyd: Like cooking? Raine: ...I hate to admit it, but yes. If there’s a cooking school, I’d love to attend it. Lloyd: You’ll get better eventually. Raine: ...Thank you, Lloyd. Even if it is only to console me. OR Lloyd: It’s probably useless. Raine: What do you mean by that? Lloyd: Hehehe. NE of the Temple of Darkness Raine: *Sigh* Lloyd: What’s wrong, Professor? Raine: I don’t understand. I’m cooking exactly according to the recipe that Genis gave me, but it’s not going well. Lloyd: Oh, it’s your wacky cooking. Raine: What do you mean by “wacky”? Lloyd: Heh heh... But if you’re following Genis’ recipe, it should turn out a little better. Raine: Hmm. I guess I shouldn’t have tried to put my own spin on it. Lloyd: Spin? Raine: Well, for instance, cakes. Cake is sweet no matter who bakes it, right? So wouldn’t a spicy cake be a breakthrough? Lloyd: I think I know why your cooking is dangerous.... OR Lloyd: Don’t know, don’t wanna know. Raine: *Sigh* You’re a coldhearted student. S of Ymir Lloyd: Why can’t you swim, Professor? Raine: I...I can swim. Lloyd: Liar. You’re afraid of the water. Raine: I am not afraid. Lloyd: Fine then. Raine: Yes, everything is fine. OR Lloyd: Why do you try to act tough? Raine: ... Lloyd: Professor? Raine: When I was with my mother and father... We were being chased, so we fled onto a ship. But...the pursuers soon caught up to us and... I fell into the ocean. It was winter and the water was painfully cold. I was swept away by the currents, and I thought I was going to die... Lloyd: ...I’m sorry Professor. I didn’t realize you had such a big reason for your fear. Don’t worry. If something like that happens again, I’ll save you. I’m a pretty good swimmer. Raine: Well...thank you, Lloyd. I’m counting on you. N of Lake Umacy Raine: So much taller now. Lloyd: What is? Raine: You. When I first met you, you were only about Genis’ height. Lloyd: Yeah, I guess so. Raine: And your voice hasn’t changed. Lloyd: Oh yeah... Soon I’ll be the same age as you when we first met. *Sigh* Raine: What’s wrong? Why are you sighing? Lloyd: Well... Compared to each other, I was more childish than Genis at his age, and still more childish than you when you were my age. Raine: Well, it means you’ve grown up. Lloyd: Why? Raine: Children steadfastly believe they are adults and are desperate to be recognized. Lloyd: I see...I hope so. Raine: It is so. Having the power of objectivity is sthe first step to being an adult. OR Lloyd: Don’t try to console me. Raine: Such a pessimist. Kratos S of Izoold Kratos: Regenerating the world...such foolish nonsense. Lloyd: Yeah. Kratos: Yes... Lloyd: ... Kratos: ... Lloyd: That’s it? OR Lloyd: What’s foolish about it?! Kratos: Let’s say...this regeneration is successful. But eventually the world will start to decline again like before. Then, another chosen will go on a dangerous journey. It does not end. Lloyd: That’s... Kratos: What we are doing does not solve the basic problem. It only buys some time. Lloyd: ...I wonder why the world regeneration as created in the first place. Kratos: ...Hm. Lloyd: Wh...what?! Kratos: You’re asking that question now? Lloyd: ... Kratos: It doesn’t matter. You now have doubts. If you do not stop your thought process, then maybe something will change. Lloyd: Kratos...you’re pretty weird. Kratos: ...Maybe I am. W of Luin Lloyd: What do mercenaries do? Kratos: We are hired soldiers. Sometimes I am a bodyguard, like I am right now. ...Well, more so recently since there hasn’t been a war in a long time. But I’ve heard rumors of rising tension in Palmacosta. Lloyd: I see. How much money do you usually get? Kratos: It depends on the job. For this one, I received a sizeable sum from Phaidra. Lloyd: So, how much? Kratos: ...Why do you want to know so badly? Lloyd: I want to know if it pays more than being a dwarven blacksmith. Kratos: Who knows? I am hired for my skills. Dwarves are hired for their skills. There is not much meaning in who is paid more. Lloyd: You’re no fun. Kratos: ... OR Lloyd: That’s true. Kratos: You’re not thinking about becoming a mercenary, are you? Lloyd: No way. I’m going to study with Dad and improve my skills. And someday, I’m going to build my own boat and travel around the world. Kratos: ...Good. That is a good dream. Lloyd: Heh heh! Isn’t it?! Well to do that, the world needs to be at peace. Kratos: Hmm... Lloyd: But if the world is at peace, mercenaries are out of jobs, right? Then, you could come on the boat that I built. Kratos: ...I’ll think about it. N of Hima Lloyd: Why did you come to Iselia? Kratos: I was hired by a rich individual to escort a pilgrimage. I was near Iselia, so I decided to stop by there to look for a new job. Lloyd: And there you saw the oracle. Kratos: You should thank me. If I had not come, you would have died. Lloyd: You’re so condescending. But what makes it worse is that it’s true. Kratos: ...Hm. Lloyd: And I hate it when you do that, it’s patronizing. Kratos: I gues your dislike for me runs quite deep. Lloyd: ...Whatever. Kratos: ... OR Lloyd: I don’t dislike you. If I didn’t like you, I wouldn’t speak to you like this. Kratos: ...I see. I apologize for my prior remarks. Lloyd: It’s okay. I was pretty rude about it, too. S of Flanoir Kratos: ... Lloyd: It’s Kratos.... What’re you doing?! Kratos: It’s you. I was just looking at the sky. Lloyd: Don’t lie! Kratos: ...Hm, then how about I was scheming how to get rid of those that are in Lord Yggdrasill’s way. Now, are you satisfied? Lloyd: ... Kratos: You seem well. Lloyd: Wh...what? Kratos: Lloyd, don’t be so trusting. There may be those close to you who are malicious. Lloyd: ...You’re talking about yourself. Kratos: ...Hm. We’ll see. Be ever judicious. Lloyd: ... Kratos: Now, I shall excuse myself. Lloyd: ...I forgot to ask what “judicious” means. Sheena S of Mizuho Lloyd: What’s your fighting style called? Sheena: Oh, I’m a guardian user. I fight with special cards infused with powers. Lloyd: Guardian user, huh? When I first met you, I was surprised how you could fight with a piece of paper. Sheena: When dwarves create accessories they carve charms into them, right? It’s similar to that. Lloyd: I see. So if I buy some paper and draw some charms on it... Sheena: It’ won’t work. It’s a secret art. Lloyd: Darn... Sheena: If you really want to learn it, you could become one of us. Lloyd: How do I do that? Sheena: Um...like...marrying... Lloyd: Okay. Sheena: ...What?! Lloyd: I just need to marry, right? Sheena: Um...I... Um...no...I mean...if...you want to...then... Lloyd: I just need to marry someone in your village, right? Sheena: ...You’re so insensitive. OR Lloyd: What, to you? Sheena: Wh...what do you mean by that? A...and besides, I didn’t say that I wanted you to marry me! Lloyd: Wh...why are you mad? S of Ymir Forest (peninsula) Sheena: ... Lloyd: Huh? Are you crying? Sheena: What?! N...no, I’m not crying. I just...remembered the past. Lloyd: The past? Sheena: Yeah... Hey, Lloyd. You were banished from your village, right? How did you feel when it happened? Was it painful? Lloyd: Well...yeah. But it was my own fault. My pain is nothing compared to the people that died because of me. Sheena: That’s true. But if it’s still painful and it hurts...what’re you supposed to do? Lloyd: Just cry. We’re friends, aren’t we? If something painful happened, I’ll be there for you. Sheena: Thanks, Lloyd. OR Lloyd: Wow...Sheena’s crying. Sheena: What?! Is it wrong for me to cry? Lloyd: I...I’m sorry. N of the Temple of Lightning Lloyd: You went to school, too, right? Sheena: ...School? I guess you could call that a school. Lloyd: Huh? You didn’t go? Sheena: I studied a bit at the elemental research academy, where they research Summon Spirits. Lloyd: I see. Sheena: “I see,” that’s it? You’re the one that started this conversation.... OR Lloyd: Oh there. So did the teacher make you hold buckets and throw erasers at you? Sheena: Of course not. That happened to you? Lloyd: Uh...yeah. Anyway, what did you study? Sheena: Mmm...let’s see...like the structure of Summon Spirits and lore. How mana is used in the body and things like that. Lloyd: I’m getting sleepy just listening to you. Sheena: Ha ha. I guess you’re really not good at these things. Lloyd: It’s because I don’t understand theories and stuff. Sheena: Still, being able to survive without understanding is a talent in itself. River near Palmacosta Sheena: It feels strange. I was your enemy, but now I’m traveling with you guys. Lloyd: Yeah. Probably because you’re trusting. Sheena: Look who’s talking! You’re pretty trusting, too. Lloyd: I think all of us are like that. If we weren’t we wouldn’t be on this journey. Sheena: Yeah. Then I’ll have to thank everyone for being trusting. Lloyd: Why? Sheena: I...I wanted friends. I wanted friends who have nothing to do with the rules of the village. Lloyd: Heh heh. Me too. We’re kind of alike. Sheena: Yeah. But that doesn’t mean that I’m going to conspire with you. That’s not what friends do. Lloyd: Yeah, I know! Welcome aboard Sheena. Sheena: Hehe, thanks. OR Lloyd: Does it? Sheena: ...You’re no fun. S of Asgard (peninsula) Sheena: Your sword techniques are self-taught, right? Lloyd: So what? Sheena: ...I was just asking. OR Lloyd: Yeah. Well, you could call it the Irving-way of fighting. Sheena: I’m amazed how strong you got all by yourself. Lloyd: What about you? Did you train? Sheena: Yeah. Everything is training when I’m in the village. Lloyd: Wait. While you’re sleeping and eating, too? Sheena: Of course. We can’t let our guard down at any time. That’s the fate of those who live in the shadows, like us. Lloyd: But you let your guard down a lot though. Sheena: ...What?! Lloyd: Well, you always fall into traps. Sheena: Like you’re one to talk. Presea SW of Toize Mine Presea: Lloyd, is there someone that you like? Lloyd: Does it matter? Presea: Yes, that’s true. I apologize for asking. OR Lloyd: ...What?! Presea: Um...Professor Raine said that Genis likes me. Then...if that’s the case, what about you? Lloyd: I...haven’t really thought about stuff like that. I like everyone. You guys are all my friends. Presea: Then... Colette, Sheena, and Professor Raine are... Lloyd: They’re all friends. Colette, I’ve known since childhood, Sheena’s like a pal, and the Professor is, well, the Professor. Presea: ...And me? Lloyd: You? Well, maybe like a younger sister. Presea: ...I see. I understand. So no one in particular...is special to you. Lloyd: Huh? But you’re all special. You’re my friends. Presea: Yes, you’re right. I think that’s fine for now. NE of Southeast Abbey Presea: ... Lloyd: Is something wrong? You look sad. Presea: ...No, I’m just uneasy. Lloyd: About what? Presea: My time has started to move forward. My body is going to grow older now, and that...scares me. Lloyd: Why? It’s a good thing. Presea: I look...twelve, but I am really... I’m afraid the gap between my real age and my appearance will eventually become a burden. Lloyd: Umm...I can’t really explain it well, but I think it depends on the person. Presea: What? Lloyd: People say I’m a kid, but I think it’s because I haven’t experienced a lot of things yet. Presea: Yes... Lloyd: So you’re the same, too. Time doesn’t make you an adult, right? It’s the experience. So things like your actual age don’t matter. Let’s experience things together! Presea: With you? Yes...thank you. W of Iselia House of Salvation Lloyd: What’re you doing, Presea? Presea: I am making cuffs of the Altamira Bird of Paradise. Lloyd: ...Altamira bird of what? Presea: It’s a charm for flying. We wouldn’t want an accident while flying on the rheairds. Lloyd: Wow. Thanks. I didn’t know Tethe’alla had that many charms. Presea: No...There isn’t a charm for flying, so I thought of one. Lloyd: ...Huh? Presea: In Meltokio...everyone bought the charms that I came up with, so...I am hoping that they have some effect. Lloyd: Oh, I see. ...Maybe tthat’s what charms are in the first place. OR Lloyd: I doubt it. Presea: ...I’m sorry. W of Palmacosta Presea: Lloyd, May I ask you a question? Lloyd: No. Presea: I see. Lloyd: It was a joke.... OR Lloyd: Sure. Presea: How old do you think I am? Lloyd: Um, you’re about the same age as Genis, right? So twelve? Oh, wait. You had that exsphere on you, so...maybe about the same age as me? Presea: I see...I understand. Lloyd: Huh? So how old are you? Presea: For the time being...think of me as the same age as you. Lloyd: “For the time being”? Wait, now you’re making me really curious! Island NE of Ozette Presea: Lloyd...I’m...afraid. Lloyd: What’s wrong? Presea: I’m sometimes frightened by thoughts of death. Lloyd: Isn’t that normal? Presea: Lloyd...are you afraid as well? Lloyd: Of course I’m afraid. You don’t know what’s going to happen. But I know that when you die, you can no longer do things that you could’ve done when you were alive. Presea: ...Then isn’t it good to stop aging with exspheres? Lloyd: Hmm...because you won’t die? Presea: Yes. If everyone stops aging, then no one will be left behind by time, like me. Lloyd: ...If that’s what everyone wants, then maybe. Presea: Then, is what we’re doing... Lloyd: But Presea, there’s one thing you can’t forget. In order to awaken the exspheres, many people will have to lose their lives. Even if everyone in the world wants to stop time, half of them will have to die in order to make the exspheres. Everyone is afraid of dying. but is it all right to sacrifice half the populatiin for the other half? Presea: You’re right. I forgot about the most important thing. So it’s all right to be afraid.... I’m glad. Lloyd: Yeah, I think that’s fine. Presea: Yes. OR Lloyd: Don’t be too afraid, though. Presea: ...This is very difficult. Zelos SE of Ymir Forest (peninsula) Lloyd: What were you like as a kid? Zelos: I was both handsome and smart. A prodigy. Lloyd: Prod easy? You were easily prodded? Zelos: ...The fact that you’re serious is what makes you scary. Lloyd: Hey, don’t make fun of me. Zelos: Yeah, yeah. Anyway, I was an idol known throughout Meltokio. Lloyd: That’s what I don’t get. You’re funny, but why do girls go for you? Zelos: Are you jealous, Lloyd? Lloyd: No, it’s not that. Zelos: ...I didn’t understand it either, but I did find out soon enough. Lloyd: Well, it doesn’t matter. Zelos: Hey, come on, listen to my story! OR Lloyd: Why? Zelos: It’s because...I’m the Chosen. Lloyd: So? I don’t think it matters if you’re the Chosen or not. Zelos: ...Heh heh. Those are such cajoling words. If you want to think that way, then that’s fine. SE of Flanoir Zelos: ... Lloyd: Very unlike you to be brooding. Zelos: Hey, what are you trying to say? Lloyd: Well, you act like there’s nothing wrong even when there is. Zelos: !! Lloyd: What? Zelos: You really seem to...I mean...um, forget it. Lloyd: What? Come on, Zelos, you can tell me. Zelos: No, no no. It’s not like me. Anyway, you just totally impressed me with what you just said. Lloyd: Oh. Zelos: “Oh”? That’s all you have to say? OR Lloyd: Whatever. Zelos: ...I totally lost respect for you just now. S of Tethe’alla Tower of Salvation Lloyd: Zelos, you’re rich, right? Zelos: Yeah. In Tethe’alla, the lineage of the Chosen is powerful, second only to the royal family. Lloyd: In Sylvarant, people’s quality of life didn’t vary too much. But here, there’s a huge gap between the rich and the poor. I was totally surprised. Zelos: Your side will change once it starts to flourish. There’ll be a gap between the rich and the poor. Colette’s family will probably get really rich. Lloyd: But...if Colette succeeds in regenerating the world, she’s not going to be around anymore. So who’s going to get rich? Zelos: Colette’s cousin’s family will become the main lineage of the Chosen. The Chosen lineage has lots of relatives to make sure that the bloodline continues. Lloyd: But she didn’t have any relatives in the village. Zelos: Of course not. If a natural disaster struck, they’d all die if they lived in the same place. That’s why none of my relatives are in Meltokio. Lloyd: Being the Chosen is tough, huh? Zelos: Yup. No good comes from being the Chosen. OR Lloyd: I see. Zelos: Oh, that’s it? NE of Palmacosta (island) Zelos: Gah! There’s no casino, no bars, and not even girls! I didn’t realize how tough journeys were. Lloyd: What? The village I grew up in didn’t have casinos or bars, but I still had a lot of fun. Zelos: You back country hick. Do you really think that kind of a healthy lifestyle suits me? Lloyd: But you don’t fool around as much as you claim to. Zelos: Excuse me? Lloyd: Well, if you really hated being on a journey and wanted to quit, you’d have done so already. Zelos: ... Lloyd: Why did you get all quiet? Zelos: You’re pretty sharp sometimes. I guess I should head back. Lloyd: What?! Are you serious? Zelos: No, of course not. I’ve got reasons of my own to stay with you guys. Lloyd: Oh, i see. But It’d be lonely if someone left, even if it was you. Zelos: ...Ok, now I’m really reconsidering my decision. OR Lloyd: Sure, go ahead. Zelos: That’s cold, man.... N of Balacruf Mausoleum Lloyd: Zelos, do you have a sec? Zelos: Hmm? What is it, bud? If you have a question, I’ll answer it for 100 gald. Lloyd: Never mind. Zelos: Hhey! Come on. I was just messing with you! OR Lloyd: I’ll pay you when I get rich. Zelos: You’re going to get rich? Lloyd: That’s not the point. Anyway, what do I need to do to attract girls? Zelos: Huh? You want to get chicks? Lloyd: I didn’t think about it before, but...during this journey, people mention how cool everyone else is, so I thought maybe I’m not. Zelos: So before, you thought you were the man. Lloyd: I thought I was cool. Zelos: Lloyd, I just gained new respect for you. Lloyd: And that’s supposed to make me happy? Zelos: Yep. Take pride in the fact that thanks to you, people like me shine even more! Lloyd: Oh, that’s a compliment! Zelos: Huh? Lloyd: ‘Cause Sheena said that you were a complete moron! Zelos: ... This skit...was not translated very well.... Regal SE of Toize Mines Lloyd: Your cooking is really good! Regal: Oh...thank you. Praises like that make it worthwhile to cook. Lloyd: You know, Genis is a good cook, too... I guess guys are better at cooking, huh? Regal: Hmm. Now that you mention it, most chefs are males. Lloyd: Maybe it has to do with strength? Cooking is pretty labor intensive. Regal: But if that’s the case, then women are said to be more suited for fighting. Lloyd: What?! They are? Regal: It’s something I’ve read. The reasoning is becuse women are not afraid of blood. Lloyd: I didn’t know that. Man, women are scary. But I guess I get a little scared when there’s blood. Regal: Yes. Also, we mustn’t forget that some women in our group are stronger than us. We must work harder, so that we are not a burden. Lloyd: Such a hassle. Regal: ... Lloyd: I...I’m sorry. OR Lloyd: Yeah, you’re right. Regal: Let’s work hard, together. N of Altamira Lloyd: Say, isn’t it difficult to balance when your hands are bound together? Regal: It was difficult at first. I fell on numerous occasions. Lloyd: That’s hard to imagine. I can’t see you falling. Regal: Really? But it all comes down to getting used to it and training your lower body. Even if you have a sense of balance, it is useless if your muscles are unable to react. Lloyd: So that’s why you’re so buff. I wonder if I’ll get more muscles if I train a lot. Regal: Hmm. Then would you like to do some early morning training with me? Lloyd: Yeah! So what time should I wake up? Regal: Usually a little after four. Lloyd: ...Uh, forget it. OR Lloyd: Hahahaha! Regal: You’re laughing too much. Lloyd: I...I’m sorry. Island in NW of Tethe’alla Lloyd: Hey, do you think I’ll become cool like you when I’m your age? Regal: You consider me cool? That is a misunderstanding. Lloyd: No, it’s not. You’re very mature and pretty cool. Regal: Putting cool or not aside, people mature each day. There is a difference between who you were yesterday and who you are today and tomorrow. Do not worry. You are maturing and will continue to mature. Lloyd: ...Yeah! Heh heh, I thought of you as an older brother, but talking to you like this, you feel like more of a dad. Regal: Dad...huh... Lloyd: Yeah. You’re refined and dependable.... Regal: And settled? Lloyd: Yeah, that’s right. Huh? You seem down. Regal: No. I’m sure you meant it as a compliment.... Let me just warn you. Men start to worry about age at 30, and women at 25. Lloyd: Huh? I don’t really get it, but all right. Regal: ... OR Lloyd: Take a compliment for once! Regal: ... Lloyd: S...say something. I’m sorry.... SW of Katz Village Regal: ... leave him alone Regal: ...I apologize. My mind was occupied. Let’s go on ahead. OR Lloyd: What’s on your mind? Regal: I was thinking about the funds necessary if the world is indeed saved. Lloyd: Oh...yeah. Just because we defeat Cruxis, doesn’t mean that’s the end. Regal: Reconstruction is vital. But we have yet to cooperate with a large organization that can handle such a large project. Lloyd: A large organization? Like the Renegades? Regal: No, a political organization. What kind of a political system governs Sylvarant? Lloyd: Hmm? Let’s see...A long time ago, I heard there was a kingdom in Palmacosta. And before that, there was a king in Asgard.... Regal: Hmm... So the Desians managed to destroy political organizations as well. Lloyd: So...there’s no one who can take charge of the reconstruction. Regal: Tethe’alla has his Highness. But in Sylvarant...it will be difficult. Lloyd: But that’s really amazing that you think about things like that. Regal: I have been taught to think this way ever since I was young. Thoda Island Lloyd: Sometimes I think... There is no such thing as a world where no one is sacrificed. It’s too idealistic. Regal: Hmm...you’re probably right. Lloyd: Then what we’re doing is... Regal: Ideals are abstract. In reality, people are unable to live without sacrifices. There are sacrifices in something even as simple as consuming food. Lloyd: Maybe it’s impossible. But...I still don’t want a world that accepts the fact that someone is going to suffer. Regal: Do not think too broadly. Even if someone is sacrificed, there is still meaning in being kind to others. For instance, you greet your friend with a smile in the morning. That might ease the friend’s mind if they are anxious about something. Lloyd: ...Yeah. You’re right. I guess you shouldn’t try to make the world perfectly peaceful at once. Regal: You do not know what will make each person happy. So that is why we cannot allow a system that ignores the voice of some. ...That is how i feel. Lloyd: ...You really are mature. Regal: No, this is probably your influence. Lloyd: Mine? Regal: Your pure viewpoint has probably rubbed off on me. OR Lloyd: You really are prude. Regal: ...