#event story

[toujokaname]

Matrix (Event Story)

"ALKALOID and Crazy:B are set to face off in Matrix, a major event held by ES. To draw attention to this sibling showdown, Hiiro and Rinne end up exchanging the units they each lead."

Writer: Akira

Characters: Hiiro, Aira, Mayoi, Tatsumi, Rinne, HiMERU, Kohaku, Niki, AkanP, Anzu, Takashi

Prologue: 1✧

Card shuffle: 1✧ - 2✧ - 3✧ - 4✧ - 5✧ - 6✧ - 7✧ - 8✧ 9✧ - 10✧ - 11✧ - 12✧ - 13✧ - 14✧ - 15✧

Monologue: 1✧

Game master: 1✧ - 2✧ - 3✧ - 4✧ - 5✧ - 6✧ - 7✧ - 8✧ 9✧ - 10✧ - 11✧ - 12✧ - 13✧ - 14✧ - 15✧  16✧ - 17✧ - 18✧ - 19✧ - 20✧ - 21✧ - 22✧ - 23✧

Epilogue: 1✧ - 2✧

[kotegiris]

[Event Story] Cage of Black Raven Translations

Chapter 1: The Black Raven’s Introduction Chapter 2: The Black Raven’s Gathering of Members Chapter 3: The Black Raven’s Attack Chapter 4: The Black Raven’s True Identity Chapter 5: The Black Raven’s Dining Table Chapter 6: The Black Raven’s Letter Chapter 7: The Black Raven’s Release Chapter 8: The Black Raven’s Stroll Chapter 9: The Black Raven’s Doubt Chapter 10: The Black Raven’s Crisis Chapter 11: The Black Raven’s Mask Chapter 12: The Black Raven’s Cage Chapter 13: The Boy’s Name

[kurishiri]

the mystery of who ate the pudding feat. 🪞

if I learned a single thing from this, it’s that you should never trust him with a testimony 🫡

poor 🍎.. orz

earlier that day (like 2 minutes before)…

[halfincontextmagic]

Event Story: The Crimson ribbon for Désir | CH1

In the windless, clear air, the gifts from the sky are slowly transforming the scenery around us.

That day, we caught a rare sight of snow falling at the Wizards’ Manor.

SHINO — Take this!

CHLOE — Wagh! It’s so cold~!!

MITILE — Shino, your snowballs are way too fast!

RUSTICA — As expected of Shino. This is a very intense battle, befitting the king of snowfight.

SNOW — An attack so fierce, all the while protecting Heathcliff and the Sage…. Shino, aren’t you going strong!

SHINO — Fufun. Did you think I’d hold back on anything that has “fight” in its name even if this is a game?

—Snow started falling onto the Manor a little while ago.

Many of us gathered together at the extraordinary sight, and eventually started a snowfight.

There was only one rule: ‘Magic is forbidden’.

SHINO — I am here. I won’t let even a single chip of snowball touch Heath or the Sage.

AKIRA — You’re so reliable, Shino…!

HEATHCLIFF — Leave the snowball-making to us!

Hiding behind Shino, Heathcliff and I made snowballs diligently, while Saku-chan watched over us.

AKIRA — (I’m so glad we have the gloves Chloe made for us. My fingers don’t feel cold at all thanks to them.)

MITILE — Ah, Shino dodged again! He is so fast I don’t even think I can hit him.

And even if I aim for the two others in the back, I’ll just end up getting hit instead….

SNOW — Since the two of them are making snowballs, they never run out of ammunition either.

CHLOE — We’re four people compared to the other team, though! We have a number advantage!

If Sir Snow, Mitile, me and Rustica all throw our snowballs at once, even they would—.

RUSTICA — Look, Chloe. Don’t you think I made this snowball very round and beautiful?

Let’s also add her to my collection.

SNOW — My! Cat-shaped and flower-shaped snowballs are beautifully lined up…!?

CHLOE — Rustica~!! Don’t just decorate, throw them too! Throw them too!

Ahh but it’d be a shame to throw such beautiful snowballs…. Let’s make some more!

RUSTICA — Fufu. Thank you, Chloe. Let’s do that.

SHINO — Alright. If it keeps going like this, it’ll be our win.

AKIRA — The strategy Heath thought of of using Shino as our main attacker with the two of us backing him up, is a huge success!

HEATHCLIFF — Not at all, this isn’t something so elaborate I’d call it a strategy but….

It’s working because Shino is fighting hard. Thank you, Shino.

SHINO — Of course. We’ll definitely win this, Team Heathcliff!

HEATHCLIFF・AKIRA — Yeah—!

SHINO — Take that!

HEATHCLIFF — Roll roll.

AKIRA — Squeeze squeeze.

SNOW — Mumumu…. The enemy team play is quite the obstacle.

Nevertheless, I shall show my skills as a native of the country of snow. First of all, it is best to wait for an opportunity to strike.

Everyone, let’s go for an all-out attack!

MITILE — Here I go!

CHLOE — Hop! Hop!

RUSTICA — Yah!

SHINO — Hmph. With snowballs that weak, even if they are coming all at once—

SNOW — Now!

SHINO — !

AKIRA・HEATHCLIFF — Shino,  watch out!

One opening was born in Shino’s defenses while he was dodging hits from Chloe and the others. Snow took advantage of that chance and his giant fastball cut through the air. I hold my breath, not knowing if it would or wouldn’t hit. And then—

BRADLEY — …Achoo!

SHINO・HEATHCLIFF・AKIRA — Huh?

CHLOE・SNOW・MITILE・RUSTICA — Ah.

BRADLEY — —BWUH!

That hit Bradley in the face the moment he appeared.

Everyone gathered and watched as the snowball fell into pieces.

SNOW — Hohoho. Nothing less to be expected from Bradley’s luck.

To think you’d be hit with my snowball the moment you appeared.

BRADLEY — Geezer….

What the fuck, I’ll fucking kill you!

SNOW — Kya—, sca~ry!

SHYLOCK — There, there. Please don’t get so angry.

AKIRA — Shylock!

Shylock entered the scene alongside the sound of snow being crushed under each of his steps.

In his hands, was a pot with rising steam coming out of it.

SHYLOCK — I saw you playing with snow from the window and thought I’d bring you some treats.

Would you like to take part as well, Bradley? You look lovely and shiny covered in all that snow but…. Please make it a priority to keep your body warm.

When Shylock opened the lid of the pot to show the content of it, Bradley ran a hand through his snow-peppered bangs and brought his face closer.

BRADLEY — Hmm. Hot wine made by the Pipe-drinker, huh. Not bad.

SNOW — Shylock, you’re so very thoughtful!

SHYLOCK — Fufu, thank you very much.

There, everyone, help yourselves. For those who aren’t good with alcohol, I also made a sweeter, alcohol-free drink.

AKIRA — Waah! Thank you so much!

I placed Saku-chan on my shoulder and wrapped the mug cup with both hands. At the sight of those hands, Shylock’s face was tinted with a smile.

SHYLOCK — Oh? These gloves you’re all wearing are…. Aren’t these the ones Chloe made for us.

MITILE — Yes! These are super warm, I’m perfectly fine even when touching snow you know!

SNOW — It is a wonder for my fingers to stay so warm without even having to use magic. Thank you for your marvelous gift, Chloe.

CHLOE — You’re welcome! It’s thanks to Lennox sharing a lot of sheep wool with me.

I was thinking about the designs and got more and more excited as I went…. And I ended up making 22 pairs before I even realized!

RUSTICA — And every one of these fine works also has its own design on the back of the hand.

I can feel the feelings you’ve put into every stitch.

AKIRA — Mine was the Sage’s Book and Saku-chan!

Everyone got their own magic tool, right?

HEATHCLIFF — Yes. Even my pocket watch’s dials were recreated.

SHINO — It really looks like it could start moving right as we speak. That’s a considerable amount of effort.

HEATHCLIFF — Right? It’s no easy task to reproduce something in such detail with wool yarn.

This here for example, it’s almost unnoticeable, but he changed the color to bring out the feeling of texture, and even the watch’s hand is—.

SHYLOCK・RUSTICA — ………….

SNOW・MITILE・AKIRA — ………….

BRADLEY・SHINO — ………….

HEATHCLIFF — Ah….

I’m sorry. It looks like, I kind of went off a bit too much…?

CHLOE — N—No not at all! Those were actual details I put a lot of thoughts into, so your words make me really happy, Heath!

RUSTICA — Fufu. Chloe’s face is the color of evening glow.

SHYLOCK — Their happiness is spreading and even making me feel warm inside.

SHINO — ……….

Heath.

I’m also going to gift you something. Tell me what you want.

HEATHCLIFF — Huh?

SHINO — Don’t hold back. There has to be something.

BRADLEY — Haha. Can’t stay silent when his master’s showing such an attitude, yeah?

SNOW — Is this what you call the pride of your loyal retainer.

HEATHCLIFF — …Err….

…Thank you, Shino.

But I’m fine.

I don’t need anything. Or rather, I can’t think of anything from the top of my head.

SHINO — …….

I am your servant, you know.

I will arrange anything. Just tell me something.

HEATHCLIFF — Anything, you say….

Uhm…. I’m happy about the sentiment, but Shino would really go and get just anything so.

SHINO — What’s wrong with that?

HEATHCLIFF — It’s not wrong but…. How do I put this….

SHINO・HEATHCLIFF — ………….

AKIRA — (.....The atmosphere’s changed from earlier, somehow…)

(Silence)

RUSTICA — …Oh? Everyone, there is a message from the wintry wind to us.

It seems like it is time for dinner.

SNOW — Mumu. Indeed, a tasty smell is wafting in the direction of the dining hall.

This smell is… corn soup, I see.

MITILE — Yaay! That’s my favorite! It’s the perfect dish for a cold day!

CHLOE — I get it~. Drinking something warm on a day like this will even make your heart feel all warm.

AKIRA — Yes, I agree! Let’s continue the snow fight another day and get inside.

RUSTICA — I wonder what will be the main dish coming with the corn soup, today. Meat would be nice, but so would be fish.

BRADLEY — What are you blabbering about, ‘course nothing’s better than meat.

Hey, Pipe drinker. ‘There any of that hot wine from earlier left?

SHYLOCK — Let me see. There should be just enough left to have a meal together.

CHLOE — Speaking of wine makes me want cheese too. Heath, what do you wanna eat?

HEATHCLIFF — Huh? Let me think, I’m….

Everyone was naturally walking towards the dining hall.

In the midst of that, Heathcliff turned around, curious, when Shino alone didn’t show a sign of moving from his spot.

HEATHCLIFF — Shino? Are you not going?

SHINO — I’m going. But—.

Shino cut himself off and stayed silent.

If it was about time, only a few seconds had gone by.

His mouth stayed shut like he was pondering about something, until he lifted his face.

SHINO — Sage, Shylock, and Bradley.

I have something to ask the three of you.

SHYLOCK・BRADLEY — Huh?

AKIRA — To us?

Mahoyaku event story, Christmas 2024

fandom wiki title: A Ruby Ribbon for Désir

TL/n: welcome to shino heath romance christmas 2k24

sry if my punctuations sometimes look weird, i pretty much half-exported jpn punctuations, and also i'm using them freely to convey the tone as well as possible

if you play the game you'd know but mitile uses "-san" for everyone, but i removed that for better flow in eng in mhyk context, and replaced all "-sama" by "sir"

feel free to send chat or asks, to ask about things if there's anything anyone wants to ask about, i don't bite ✧˖°

please read inside the game too if you can! i tried to format this in a way it'd be easier to read alongside the game

edit: tumblr keeps breaking my formatting so i hope the tl is still legible but if it's not, do tell me and i'll find some way

CH2→

CH10↠

✧INDEX✧

[716chr]

“WE ARE M・T・T・B” Event Story Translation Masterlist (WIP)

Summary:

Chihiro was invited to an Influencer Dance Off after a dance video of him an Ten went viral. Adding on other members brimming with personality; the two, with Muneuji, Kiroku, and Toi, participated in the competition.

Even though Chihiro wants to enjoy dancing with this team until the very end, the others don't share his sentiment. Due to the vast difference in experience between Ten, Chihiro, and the rest, the other three are unable to do the basic steps as well as they'd like and started to look down.

While Chihiro tries to encourage them, he seems to be having trouble speaking his true thoughts on the matter.... Will these five be able to perform in a way that satisfies them...?

(Summary TL credit goes to @hamatours_eng on twitter)

Characters: Chihiro Natsuyaki, Ten Murakumo, Toi Shiramitsu, Muneuji Kaguya, Kiroku Kinugawa, Ushio Kurama, Nanaki Nanamegi, Akuta Isotake, Renga Nishizono

Event Story:

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Translated by: 716chr & kafkazoomies on twt

Proofread by: TLWard

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Honeymoon Knight event story Masterlist - Akuneko translations

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3

Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6

Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9

Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12

Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15

Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18

Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21

Chapter 22

[kuromahiruma]

How can he manage to looks innocent(?) with this kind of situation.....

[letterstoear]

Masquerade letters, Malleus Draconia ver.

Notes: *The letter is freshly written after he fought Rollo. Malleus x Reader, reader is at NRC and a student from Octavinelle. Contains slight spoilers from the Glorious Masquerade event.

If your purchase the Diasomnia inspired earrings at my shop, you will receive a physical copy of the letter as a freebie!

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My dear ________, 

I love you to pieces and I appreciate you every day. I really don’t know what I would do if I didn’t have you beside me. Within the past few hours that we have been separated, I’ve experienced both wonderful and drastic events. There were many moments in which I wished you were here to see them. Yet, I was also thankful you were safe and sound at NRC with Lilia. 

Tell me, did you wish for me to be there beside you? I hope you find the next few paragraphs of my trip to be interesting. 

During our climb to see the bell of salvation I was greeted by some new friends. Gargoyles, to be specific. The way each gargoyle was carved had been done in amazing detail and the way they talked was extremely entertaining. I wished you would have been there to see them. Speaking of meeting new people, Rollo Flamm was quite intriguing to meet. If I were to describe him, I would say he’s simply one who holds on tight to those he values. As for the last friend I met today, well it was a goat, the little guy just so happened to match my appearance. 

After we received a tour of the school we approached town, where I had to stop myself one too many times. There was an abundance of items that reminded me of you, I wanted to purchase them all, but Sebek stopped me. Don’t worry about receiving a souvenir all too much, towards the end of the trip I managed to find the perfect gift. I wouldn’t want to spoil the surprise, so you’ll have to wait until I arrive back at NRC. 

Now then, enough about me, tell me what did you do during our time apart? I remember you told me you would be working alongside Floyd and Jade. Such is expected as you’re a student of Octavinelle. I imagine working at the Mostro Lounge was tough as Azul was gone, but I know you would have done just fine. You’re not one to break even if your dorm leader is gone. I can’t wait to hear everything that happened throughout your day.

_______, the last thing I want you to know is that I love you, truly. Before we met, I had always assumed I could die for the one I love most, but I’ve decided I can no longer do so. I won’t die in times of danger because I can’t leave you behind. Even just the thought of leaving you behind forever scares me to death now, I know that now because of the trials I faced today. One is never promised a tomorrow, perhaps I was too gullible to think so as I had gotten used to being beside you. Nevertheless, we can treasure the time we have together every day. I’ve learned that today as well. _______, once again, I love you and appreciate you. 

Sincerely, 

Malleus Draconia

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AAAAAHSGSJGWGAHSGRHEJHEKEHE

i never read the stories but omg they’re so cute i love shizukasa 💕💕

i think i’m gonna stop grinding to draw them

[kotegiris]

[Event Story] 3rd Anniversary -Mark of Glory-

Events Referenced: Dinner on the Border, Rose Valentine, 1st Anniversary -Butler’s Prayers-, Xmas Circus of Black Cats, 2nd Anniversary -Tarot of Destiny-

all ✧ next chapter

Chapter 1: To Whom Should the Reward Go To?

-One day in December-

Finlay: Thank you for gathering here, fellow nobles. Let us begin the meeting.

Finlay: In accordance with our yearly tradition… The Grovaner family will bestow a reward on persons and organizations who have done remarkable work.

Finlay: First let us decide on suitable candidates. I’d like to ask the selection committee for their honest opinions.

Finlay: Well then, without any delays… I’d like to personally suggest two candidates for this year.

Finlay: First is Golda from the town of Eldolas. His contributions in building our relationship with the Eastern Nobles Alliance were significant.

Finlay: And Lonestar from Rosetown. This year too he’s earned an enormous amount of money for the Grovaner family.

Finlay: I’d like to grant the reward to these two, but… I’d also like to hear the opinions of the committee.

Nobles: I see… As expected, this year it’s these two families.

Nobles: I agree with your selection, Finlay-sama.

Finlay: Hm… Are there any objections?

Finlay: Then in one month, we shall summon them and grant them the reward.

Finlay: …Now then. There’s an issue with one other candidate.

Finlay: They were also rejected at last year’s meeting, but… We must take them into consideration again.

Finlay: Whether or not to grant the reward to the Devil Butlers…

Chatter, chatter…

Finlay: I understand your objections. …However, I cannot disregard the voices endorsing them.

Finlay: If I objectively look at their contributions up until now… I have to admit that they have contributed enough to be worthy of the reward.

Nobles: …Finlay-sama. With all due respect, but…

Nobles: For residents of the Central Lands, the reward granted by the Grovaner family is… It’s a very prestigious award. 

Nobles: To bestow it onto the Devil Butlers is unprecedented.

Finlay: I am aware. I also understand that there are many nobles who have unfavorable views of the Devil Butlers.

Finlay: However… As the head of the Grovaner family, it is my responsibility to be impartial.

Finlay: In the event that objective evidence has been presented… Regardless of the precedent, I will have no choice but to grant them the reward.

Finlay: I’d like for everyone here to understand that.

Nobles: Yes… …However…

Finlay: Well… I’m only speaking of a hypothetical where “objective evidence has been presented.”

Finlay: That is to say… If there’s no objective evidence, then there’s no reason to grant them the reward.

Finlay: …Record this too in the records of this proceeding. The opposing nobles should be satisfied with this.

Nobles: …! Yes…It will be done, Finlay-sama.

Nobles: We are grateful for your thoughtfulness. After all, we cannot grant the reward to the Devil Butlers.

Finlay: ……Setting this aside, we will continue discussing this matter at the next meeting.

Finlay: Today’s meeting is adjourned. Thank you for your work today, everyone.

Nobles: Yes…! Please excuse us, Finlay-sama.

Finlay: ………………

Finlay: (Good grief. What a roundabout way, if I do say so myself, but…)

Finlay: (I have to remove all the obstacles… There’s no other way to grant a fair reward to the Devil Butlers…)

【Devil’s Palace - Church】

Dong… dong…

Berrien: Now then… That concludes the ritual for today.

Berrien: Aruji-sama, thank you for joining us in our mourning ritual this year too.

> Of course. It’s an important ritual.

Berrien: Yes. And with each passing year, the amount of butlers joining us has also been growing.

Berrien: Bellen, Shiro-san. Thank you for praying with us.

Shiro: ……I have no need for your thanks. It’s only natural to mourn for the dead.

Shiro: Those resting here are the same as us… It’s the souls of the Devil Butlers.

Bellen: Shiro’s right. At any rate, to think so many Devil Butlers have died up until now…

Bellen: But Berrien. In the last few years there haven’t been any more casualties, right?

Berrien: Yes. Not a single one since Aruji-sama came.

Bellen: Wow… Nice job, Aruji-sama.

> It’s thanks to everyone.

Berrien: Fufu… Then that’s all for today. Let's head back to the mansion.

Berrien: Tomorrow we’ll be offering our prayers at a different church. Including this one, there are four churches in total…

Berrien: We have to sort personal mementos, clean the premises… And we have to prepare for Christmas too. December is always busier than usual.

Bellen: But still since this year we don’t have to help with the nobles’ parties… Won’t we be able to relax a little?

Berrien: That’s right.

Bellen: Hm, there’s so much to do… Last year must have been even busier, right?

Berrien: Last year we also took on requests. In December we put on a circus performance, and at the end of the year we guarded Elvira-sama too…

Berrien: …It’d be nice if we had some time to relax with Aruji-sama this year.

Bellen: Haha… Saying that will only make a request come.

> (I hope he didn’t raise any flags…)

Step, step, step…

Muu: Ah, Aruji-sama! Everyone else is here too.

> Muu, what’s up?

Muu: We’ve just received a letter from Finlay-sama.

Muu: “I have something to talk about, so please come to the Grovaner family’s main residence”...

Berrien: Wha… From the Grovaner family……?

Bellen: D-Don’t tell me…………

> (I knew this would happen…)

Shiro: ………………

Shiro: I refuse. Tell him we won’t go.

Muu: WHAAT!? I-Is it alright to refuse…?

Bellen: …We probably don’t have a choice, right, Berrien?

Berrien: Yes… Anyways, let’s hear what he has to tell us.

Berrien: I apologize for the inconvenience, but… Aruji-sama, could you come with us?

> Yeah, I’ll go.

Finlay: ………………

Finlay: There’s no need to look so uneasy, Lord of the Devil Butlers.

> I’m not uneasy…

Finlay: Is that so? “What kind of troublesome request is he going to make us do this time?” is written all over your face, though.

> Of course not. > (I’ve been exposed…)

Lucas: Moving on, Finlay-sama… What business do you have with us?

Finlay: Yes. For you, this is not by any means bad news.

Finlay: Every year there is a tradition of bestowing a reward on people who have made great contributions… I’d like to reward the Devil Butlers this year.

> Reward…?

Finlay: Yes. Think of it as an honorary award that the Grovaner family gives out once a year.

Berrien: However… Hasn’t the selection committee rejected us many times up until now?

Finlay: Yes. The nobles find it unbearable to bestow such a prestigious award on the Devil Butlers.

Finlay: Having said that, I have no intentions of endorsing the status quo. During my reign I’d like to make a society that emphasizes fairness.

Berrien: Finlay-sama, we greatly appreciate your consideration, but…

Berrien: We have no desire for prestige. We are only doing what is natural to assist humanity.

Finlay: Fufu… I thought you’d say that.

Finlay: But this is not only for your sake. It’s also to slowly reduce the nobility’s idiotic sense of superiority.

Finlay: Think of the reward as a small step towards this goal. For that goal, I’d like your full cooperation.

Berrien: …Understood. If that’s how it is, then we will gratefully receive it.

Lucas: On that note… What exactly does our “cooperation” entail…?

Finlay: Hm. It was decided that the Devil Butlers can receive the reward if there is “objective evidence.”

Finlay: Therefore, I’d like for you… To gather that evidence before the next meeting.

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The Courage to Lead, The Kindness in My Heart Event Story Summary

TL;DR: Honami worries about being the only Leo/need member who hasn't answered Director Shindo's question about what she aspires to do with the band's music. Their rehearsal lacks sync as a result, drawing concern from Ichika. The next day, Ichika advises Honami to think about what makes her happy to find her answer. After resolving an argument about a song arrangement between Saki and Rin, Honami realizes her aspiration is to support the other members in any way possible. With all their individual aspirations realized, the band decides their group aspiration is still to move people's hearts with their music.

Shindo accepts Leo/need's aspirations and proceeds with the group's marketing plans. Shindo then asks the group to decide a leader and nominates Honami. The others agree unanimously, specifically citing Honami's strength standing up to Shindo in the past and her ability to keep them together through difficult moments. Honami accepts the leader position with little trepidation.

Right after, the president of the record label asks to hear Leo/need perform live as an audition for a major music festival. While practicing for this performance, the girls realize that despite their strong playing, they still sound out of sync as a band. They come together to determine the sound and theme of each song to play more cohesively, but that results in their individual playing losing power. Shindo tells Honami the solution is for one player to step up and lead the band's sound, a role requiring great technical skill. With their audition a week away, Honami trains one-on-one with Shindo to be able to become that player.

The day of their audition, Leo/need perform at their best for the record company president. Shindo sees that the deep bonds between the members are the group's "secret weapon," as Honami directs the other's powerful playing in one cohesive song. The president considers their performance a success. Shindo then tells them Leo/need has a set debut date. Honami vows to do more than support Leo/need; she will lead the band forward.

Fan translation (Kimane) / Song (Regulus) 2DMV / 3DMV Submitted by @wonderhoy-dump

Chapter 1: Honami is practicing alone in SEKAI when she thinks back to how Shindo asked their band to think about what aspirations they hold for their music. It distresses her that she's the only one without an answer, but then the others arrive for practice.

As they rehearse, the Virtual Singers notice that the girls are playing with extra momentum. Honami wonders if that's because the others have figured out their answers. Shiho calls Honami out for not keeping up in her playing. After practice, Ichika asks Honami if something is messing with her focus but Honami assures her it's just something on her mind.

At Solis Records, the company president approaches Director Shindo, who is working through lunch to prepare for Leo/Need's debut. Shindo tells him Leo/Need is a band with a lot of heart, capable of overcoming any hurdles in their way. The president then presents Shindo with an offer that came across their desk this morning, eliciting great interest from the director.

Chapter 2: Honami didn't sleep well due to overthinking about Shindo's question. Ichika finds her in the classroom, correctly guesses what's been bothering her, and suggests that in order to answer the question, Honami should think about how she finds happiness. Personally, Ichika found her answer after remembering how happy she felt bringing Hanano Yoshizaki and her brother back together in the Live with Memories event, which is why her aspiration is to bring people together through Leo/Need's music. Honami thanks her for the advice.

Arriving in SEKAI for rehearsal, Honami sees Saki and Rin bugging KAITO to choose a side in their argument. Saki is expanding their discography by doing a new arrangement of the song they used to battle Saku, and she wants to use a more energetic chorus for the arrangement, but Rin insists that will give the song a vibe that's too different from the original. Although Honami feels she doesn't know much about songwriting, she suggests Saki think about how she wants the audience to feel after hearing the new arrangement. KAITO and Rin agree, leading Saki to successfully continue on her arrangement.

Seeing Saki so happy as a result of her advice, Honami realizes that's what makes her happy too—and that's what she aspires in this band. The rest of the band arrives as Honami is about to tell them her answer to Shindo's question.

Chapter 3: Honami wants to help everyone in Leo/Need achieve their aspirations: that's her answer. Though she also wants to move audience's hearts with their music, she realized at their solo show that what's most important to her is getting her friends' feelings out into the world.

She's not sure this is an okay goal to have, as the others all seek to work hard for their audience, but MEIKO and the others assure her it's a good answer that suits Honami well. She's been helping others since forever, after all.

Now that they each have their individual aspirations, their last goal is to understand Leo/Need's aspiration as a band. Though their answers sound like they're all over the place, Miku points out they all stem from a desire to move people's hearts with their music—something they've known for a long time. They decide on that as their true aspiration to tell Shindo.

Chapter 4: Shindo finds their aspirations and collective goal fitting for Leo/Need. Moving forward, the band will now need a leader to handle corporate and media matters, but decide where the band is headed and, in the case of a crisis, they will need a strong leader to keep the band together. Shindo nominates Honami to be the leader, based on her desire to support the band with whatever she has.

Honami is surprised by the suggestion, but Ichika and Saki recall Honami's bravery when she stood up to Shindo in the Little Bravers event, where she asserted their desire as a band is to move people's hearts. Shiho agrees that moment and Honami's every step has kept their band moving forward and votes for her to lead them. Honami is moved but wonders if that moment alone is proof of her leadership abilities in the future. Shindo adds that though many young bands have fragile foundations, Honami's words back then convinced him back then that Leo/Need could handle anything that came their way, leading him to sign them to Solis Records.

With the support of the whole band, Honami agrees to to become the leader because that's what she wants to do.

The president of Solis Records, Mr. Ota, then enters and requests to hear Leo/Need perform live as an audition for a major upcoming music festival. Honami accepts the request.

Chapter 5: Leo/Need begin practicing for the festival audition in SEKAI. They all sound confident and motivated in their playing, but the Virtual Singers also notice that they're slightly out of sync. Honami thought this problem would have been resolved now that she's found her answer, but Miku points out that them each finding individual aspirations may have led them to prioritize different sounds in their playing, as opposed to playing as a cohesive whole. They decide they need to picture one unified sound together as they play each song.

Chapter 6: Leo/need spend time going over their songs and coming to agreements about the theme of each song and how to alter their playing to achieve it. Afterwards, they practice one of the songs they discussed. But although they are listening to each other better and matching the song's theme, they still sound off. Later at home, Honami realizes that now that they're compensating for each other, they've lost the power in their sound they had from before. She is brooding over how to solve this when Shindo calls her.

Chapter 7: Shindo tells Honami Mr. Ota wants to see them play live next weekend, leading Honami to tell him about their band's issues. Shindo says the solution is simple: someone needs to lead the band while they're playing. Like a director of an orchestra, someone needs to understand each song, know each member's playing, and drive the song forward to maximize both capabilities. Honami wants to do this for Leo/Need. Shindo warns her this role requires a high-level of technical skill and offers to do one-on-one training with her.

At the training studio, Shindo tells Honami he's dabbled in instruments before, then plays a drum roll that very clearly shows he's done more than "dabble" in playing drums. He drives Honami through a series of difficult exercises while reminding her the goal of practice is perfection. Pushing through her exhaustion, Honami strives to improve her capabilities for the band.

Chapter 8: Shindo suggests they stop after Honami develops a blister, but she insists they keep going. Honami has always felt lacking as a musician compared to the others, which she has tried to make up for by managing band logistics, but this training has made her happy at the prospect of finally contributing to the band musically. They continue practice.

Next week, Leo/Need gets ready to perform for the president. The Virtual Singers drop in to check in on the girls, but the members are feeling confident in their performance capabilities, especially Honami. When Shindo and Mr. Ota arrive, Leo/need begin their performance strong. Shindo sees how they've improved, not dramatically, but incrementally, by using the full conviction of their bonds. Despite their inexperience, Leo/need is a band with unbreakable bonds and that, Shindo realizes, is Leo/need's "secret weapon."

While playing, Honami is able to confidently let the others play to their best by relying on her playing to direct their sound. With confidence, Honami realizes that just supporting the band isn't enough; she needs to lead the band, and that's what she will do.

Mr. Ota is impressed with Leo/need's sound and tells them he will keep them in mind for the music festival. Shindo then tells the girls Leo/need has an official debut date. Thrilled with the others, Honami vows to lead the band forward.

[nica-my-beloved]

What do you mean despite my appearance? Don't you know I'm greedy too?😍

[halfincontextmagic]

Event Story: The Crimson ribbon for Désir | CH10 (end)

KLAUS — For the longest time, I…could never accept that this painter had quit painting.

For such a talented artist to quit painting only because a single model left him….

It left me feeling indignant. What a stupid thing to do, I’d think.

Why was the painter so fixated on that model? How could they have stayed together? I couldn’t think of anything else.

I spent my time like that, for years, for decades, until I found this painting in that antique shop.

Mr. Klaus contemplated the canvas in his hands, and gently brushed the surface from the tips of his fingers.

KLAUS — The moment I found the masterpiece that was covered in white paint, I felt like my chest had gotten crushed…. And simultaneously, the idea of this exhibition fell onto me.

That I could mix this painting among other exhibition items, talk about the painter and the model’s life, and hear the opinion of a third-party from the guests….¹⁶

I felt like I could find…the answer I was seeking.

SNOW — Hohoho. How Western to end up organizing a whole exhibition while you were pondering over your troubles.

BRADLEY — That’s a weirdo’s idea.

KLAUS — A weirdo, you say…. Haha, it is just as you say.

I myself think it’s as if I’d spent all those days possessed by something.

Since, the closer the exhibition opening date grew…, I’d started having dreams about the painter and the model, the two in the atelier, happy together.

Mr. Klaus looked so loving, so overjoyed as he said that, that it felt painful.

Rustica gently stared into the distance, and quietly closed his eyes.

RUSTICA — How could those two have stayed together….

Rustica muttered, as if he were deeply reflecting upon it.

Slowly opening his eyelids, Rustica met eyes with Klaus.

RUSTICA — It is possible to imagine the answer to that question, but no way to confirm it.

The person in question—the painter—has already passed away.

Time doesn’t go back. We can only exchange words during the time we’re alive.

No matter how much we’d like to meet that person.

KLAUS — ………….

Yes—you’re right. It’s really…as you said.

Mr. Klaus’ brows bent into an upward frown, and, looking full of sorrow, he let out a strained laugh.

Those features, for an instant, overlapped with the painting’s.

It would make one think that if the young man in the painting aged….

AKIRA — (…Could it be…)

I flipped and covered my mouth with the palm of my hand.

Seemingly having noticed my behavior, Shylock discreetly brought his index finger to his lips.

It was as if he were telling me to wrap a ribbon around the secret I’d just discovered.

SHYLOCK — …Well then, everyone.

We’ve safely settled the strange phenomenon and purified the painting.

We should excuse ourselves soon.

When we stepped outside, it was snowing in the City of Wealth.

Fluttering down, the fleeting, gentle snow looked as though it could disappear at any given moment.

SHINO — So it did start snowing in the end.

SHYLOCK — Today was a particularly cold day for Western Country, after all.

RUSTICA — My, now must be the right time for the hot cocoa we bought earlier.

CHLOE — Ah. Right, a lot happened and we did end up missing out on drinking it.

SNOW — I’ll take out what was put away with magic earlier and warm it up.

« Noscomnia »

MITILE — Waah, it’s so warm!

With Snow’s spell, cups filled with hot cocoa appear between everyone’s hands.

While feeling my fingers get gradually warmer, I watched the falling snow.

What came to mind was the winter forest we were until moments ago.

AKIRA — I hope the exhibition tomorrow onward will go well too….

Standing next to me, he didn’t let the muttering that fell out of my mouth go unheard.

BRADLEY — What’s up. You liked it that much?

AKIRA — Ah… How do I say it…. I’m kind of concerned about Mr. Klaus.

Mr. Klaus had been worrying over the relationship between the painter and the model, right?

I mean, to the point of dreaming about it.

That’s why I think it’d be nice if, during this exhibition, he meets and talks to a lot of guests, and could ease some of his worries by doing so.

BRADLEY — Hah. You really are a softie.

Even without your concern, I’m pretty sure guy already got freed from those strange dreams.

AKIRA — Huh, what do you mean?

BRADLEY — Most likely, the thing causing the dreams Klaus was having was something like the painter’s feelings clinging to the painting.¹⁷

Originally, when the model was gone, by that point the painter’s dream was supposed to be over but….

The painter couldn’t help but want to imagine the continuation of the dream he woke up from.

And that lingering attachment got influenced by the Calamity’s power and probably affected Klaus in turn.

Well, he finally found him. I bet he’d want to show him a dream or two.

AKIRA — You mean…. Then Mr. Klaus really is….

BRADLEY — That’s what it means, yeah.

Bradley sent a meaningful look in the direction of the hall we were in earlier.

Surely, with that same secret in mind.

BRADLEY — …Well, to the model who was forced to see the continuation of that dream, it was probably hell of a nightmare though.

As he sighed and shrugged, Bradley gazed up to the sky.

He contemplates the snow fluttering down in a milder way than in the North in the distance.

When I quietly brought my hot cocoa to my lips, I could see Shino’s silhouette, walking at the front of our group.

AKIRA — (Something like that suddenly happened today but…)

(We were originally supposed to find something that Heath wants.)

(…I wonder if…Shino is alright.)

I was just thinking about calling out to him but Heathcliff was one step ahead of me, and I saw him lining up next to Shino.

He carried a bit of hesitation with him. But he had to ask, no matter what.

That was the kind of expression he was making.

HEATHCLIFF — …Shino. Tell me….

SHINO — What is it?

HEATHCLIFF — ………….

Why did you…. Bring back my original self?

SHINO — ………….

…That’s….

Because I thought that if you were me….

You would’ve done just that.

On his repeatedly blinking eyelids, Heathcliff’s long lashes fluttered.

HEATHCLIFF — What’s with that.

He laughed. His white breath dissipated into the wintry sky.

SHINO — I also have something I want to ask.

HEATHCLIFF — Yes?

SHINO — …Heathcliff Blanchett.

I still want to offer achievements and glory to you.

Even if it’s something you do not wish for.

HEATHCLIFF — ………….

SHINO — But….

There’s also a part of me, that is here, that wants to give you what you truly want from the bottom of your heart.

So, please tell me.

If the time comes when you find something that you truly want, don’t hide it from me.

Red eyes were staring right into Heathcliff.

Firmly accepting that, Heathcliff narrowed his blue eyes.

HEATHCLIFF — I got it. But….

Shino, you already gave me that.

You already gave me the thing I want the most.

The northern wind swayed the crimson cloak Shino was dressed in.

That red isn’t the color of blood, not by any means.

The vivid color is wrapping itself around Shino’s unscathed body.

SHINO — ?

Did I…give you, something?

Shino tilted his head in confusion.

HEATHCLIFF — Ahaha. That’s a secret.

This time, Shino was the one to blink a few times.

Because, right in front of him, Heathcliff’s smiling face looked incredibly happy.

It was just as if he’d just received the best present.

SHINO — What’s up with that.

So, Shino laughed too.

Smiling like he’d finally found the treasure he’d been searching for.

TL/n: thank you for reading until the end, i'm so happy i could share this experience with more people 🥹 please spread hisushino love with everybody you know<3

for those who have read 2023's christmas event that's heath-centric, you might notice a connection between it and this one: heath says in this chapter that shino already gave him what he truly wanted from the bottom of his heart, and the preceding year's christmas event was implying that shino filled the emptiness inside heath's heart AND ALL OF THIS IMPLYING THAT WHAT HEATH WANTED FROM THE BOTTOM OF HIS HEART WAS SHINO HIMSELF!? i cant do this anymoee thehe sl cute zhshdzgfhfhs (ok granpa let's get you to bed @ myself)

¹⁶ The original text uses the word 「画家とモデルの半生」 (ʼhanʼ for ʼhalfʼ, ʼseiʼ of ʼlifeʼ) that I translated to “the painter and model's life” as I wasn't sure how to make it sound not weird in eng, but in og, Klaus says 'half of their lives' pretty much, spent together and doomed yaoi goose-chasing

¹⁷ 「思念」 (shinen), meaning ʼthe thoughts coming from the heartʼ. It's kind of tricky to translate, because it's doesn't stop at thoughtsʼ, but isn't exactly feelingsʼ, but a secret third in-between and eng is not my native language lmao

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“WE ARE M・T・T・B” - Chapter 1

📍 HAMA House’s Terrace

Chihiro: Soooo, here’s the deal~!

Chihiro: To all the lovely Chiitizens watching the stream right now, Chii’s got a hot announcement for all of you~!

Chihiro: Remember that dance vid Chii did with Ten-cham? It, like, went totally mega-bombshell-viral thanks to all of you ♪ So, thanks a bunchies for all the love and views!

Chihiro: And that ain’t even all, ‘cuz here’s the real-real-real-reeeal kicker! That vid was so viral it landed Chii an invite to the “Street Dance Extravaganza” with all the top influencers around~!

Chihiro: Ahaha! Nice to see you guys just as hyped~!

Chihiro: Wuzzup wuzzup~? “Isn’t the ‘Street Dance Extravaganza’ the one with all the top dancers from around the world?”

Chihiro: “Our Chii-sama’s gonna become a global sensation!”?

Chihiro: Doesn’t matter where, Chii will always be right by your side ♪

Chihiro: Hmm? “That vid was so dope, I’ve been looping it constantly! You’re definitely gonna enter, right?”

Chihiro: Abso-cutely Chii’ll be there~! Chii’s all set to join anyway, ‘cuz y’know, influencer events like this get massive clout, right?

Chihiro: My boss was like, “Join the event and make HAMA Tours even more famous!”

Chihiro: “Are you going solo?”, Man~, figured y’all would be curious ‘bout that.

Chihiro: There’s a solo category and a team category for teams of five or more people, and you can choose either~.

Chihiro: Since it was the vid with Ten-cham that got us here, Chii thought it’d be so totally awesome if we could compete together. So, Chii’s goin’ in with a team! Ten-cham’s our first confirmed member ♪

Chihiro: At first, he was all, “What a pain in the ass”, but after some diligent daily persuasion from yours truly, he gave in! Impressive, right?

Chihiro: “I’m sooo stanning Chii-Ten’s friendship right now.”? Aww, that makes Chii real happie~!

Chihiro: And with that being said! The remaining 3 members are gonna be a fun and inchresting bunch, all handpicked by Chii——

Neighborhood Cat: Meow.

Chihiro: Hm? “Is that cat one of the members?”

Chihiro: Nooooo, ‘course not, this kitty and her babies have just been wandering ‘round here recently. The real members will be revealed during this stream~

Chihiro: Haha! Guys, chill! We’re gonna do a surprise reveal righty now~!

📍 HAMA House - Snake Room

Chihiro: Up first, we got the color wizard, Kirokkuma~!

Kiroku: ……..Natsuyaki……san?

Nanaki: What’s with this “Up first” thing?

Chihiro: Come on over, you’ll see, so c’mon~♪ Chii’s gonna borrow Kirokkuma for a bit, kay!?

Nanaki: Ah, sure, go ahead.

Kiroku: Wh…Wha….

📍 HAMA House - Horse Room

Chihiro: Comin’ up next isss~ The Avant-Garde helmet guy, Munecchi!

Muneuji: Natsuyaki-san, what are you doing here with Kinugawa?

Ushio: Wait, huh!? You got a camera with you…..! Don’t tell me this is a livestream? Please, don’t show my face on there.

Chihiro: No worries, put some trust in Chii’s filming skills, mmkay~? Alright, Munecchi, c’mere~!

Chihiro: As for our final member…..You, who’s watching the stream right now. Chii’s comin’ to get you…. So wait patiently, alright? ♪

📍 HAMA House - Boar Room

Toi: Aaah~~~~~! I’m so excited! Who’s the last member? Who is he going to pick up!?

Toi: Always know how to keep us on the edge of our seats, Chii-sama, no matter where or when….. You really are the ultimate idol ever…..!

Toi: Huh.

Chihiro: Annnd there we have it~! Our final member, the pure-hearted angelic fortune-teller, Sugarael, aka Tonya~♪

Toi: …….Huh……. Whaaa……

Chihiro: Ahaha, Tonya, did cat got your tongue? So kyute!

Toi: M-Me…….. Huh?

Chihiro: So, with this team, we’re gonna rock the hell out of that event~! Everyone, be sure to hype us up with everything you got, Chii’s leavin’ this honor to y’all ♪ Well then, that’s it for today’s stream! Buh-bye~!

TL Notes:

Chiitizens: Term I coined for Chihiro’s fandom name (ちぃ民)

Sugarael: Toi’s alias (シュガエル) is a pun between “Sugar” and “Michael” so I just combined them in English like that

[blueesnow]

(10/10) Epic of Salvation - LE Event Story Translation (UR Tokiya, SR Cecil)

Synopsis: ...Once upon a time, there was a war between humans and demons in the world, and the human fought them off with the "power" that was bestowed upon them by heaven. However now that time has passed, the "power" somehow begin to faded away—A royal fantasy drama passionately performed by Tokiya and Cecil is about to start!

Ch 1:

Tokiya: …~♪ Phew. I wonder if the prayer that I put into the song finally reached someone. Tokiya: (Hm? That sound just now… don't tell me an intruder? …No, the castle's security should be well-guarded) Tokiya: Who's there? Quietly show yourself. Tokiya: Wha… A woman…inside a light? You, are you okay? Tokiya: Oh, you wake up, thank goodness. …You don't seem to be injured. Here take my hand, can you get up? Tokiya: Well then… let me ask you once again. Who are you, and how did you end up lying here. Besides what exactly is those light… Tokiya: …Oi, why didn't you say anything. You could at the very least give me a name… Tokiya: You know nothing? You don't have any memory, you said? Tokiya: …Looks like you're not lying. I do want to trust you but… Tokiya: What's the matter? If you can somehow remember something, no matter how little it is… Tokiya: …You heard a song, you said? Tokiya: You were being led by a singing voice, and that's why you're here. …. Tokiya: (If what she said was the truth, then it matched up with what the legend says. It would also fill up the reason as to why she suddenly appeared too) Tokiya: (And yet that mysterious light just now… Don't tell me, she's actually…) Tokiya: (…No, it's too early to jump to conclusion. Let's wait for a while and see the situation. Besides my song is just a song after all) Tokiya: Hm? Oh… The one who sang just now was me. Tokiya: … I-I see. I'm grateful to hear a compliment from you. Tokiya: It's getting late now. I'll show you around the castle. If you have an amnesia, you probably don't have anywhere to go to, right. Tokiya: You don't need to hold back. Besides I'd feel bad leaving you out here alone in the night. ….Ah, right, I haven't introduce myself, didn't I. Tokiya: My name is Tokiya. I'm the prince of this country.

Ch 2：

-Edelduhr* Castle's Lakeside- Vassal: Prince Tokiya, so this is where you have been. I've brought the person from yesterday. Tokiya: Oh, good work. …Well then, did you sleep well yesterday? …That's good. Tokiya: Let me introduce myself once again. I'm… the prince of this country, Edelduhr Empire, Tokiya. Vassal: Tokiya-sama is the "third prince" of a noble imperial blood. Please be careful as to not be disrespectful toward him. Tokiya: …Cough. You can return now and continue with your duties. Tokiya: …Although it's only been a night, how's your condition. Did you remember something…? Tokiya: Though it's not like it'll be that easy to recover them huh. Sorry, you can forget about that just now. Tokiya: …What's with that look on your face. Is it so surprising that I'd believe in your story? Tokiya: It's true that I was a bit skeptical of it at first, but… I do have a few things in mind regarding you. Tokiya: …Or what, are you telling me that your true identity was actually an assassin targeting a royal family? Tokiya: …I was just kidding. You don't have to deny it so seriously. Tokiya: I don't sense any hostility or malice from you. I have an ability to discern whether someone is a threat or not after all. Tokiya: …It's not something to be praised for. I've just been trained like this since I was a child. Tokiya: It's a skill that you should have in order to protect yourself. …Especially, for someone like me. Tokiya: …Hm? Oh no, it's nothing. Anyway, I have a suggestion for you. Tokiya: Why don't you live here in the castle and be my caretaker for a while? Tokiya: This is the place where all kinds of information gathered here. Maybe one of them might be related to your memories. Tokiya: It might be much more efficient than just randomly searching for clues, right? So, how about it? Tokiya: …All right, well then I'm going to make an arrangements to welcome you. You don't need to thank me. Tokiya: If there's anyone who lost their way, I will lend them a hand. That's what you should do as someone who was born to lead their people.

*: I'm translating it as Edelduhr's Empire for now. The jp name was エーデルドゥール and you can read it as ēderudo~ūru in romaji.

Ch 3 :

-A few days later- Cecil: So Tokiya, where is she right now? Tokiya: Wait for a moment. She'll come soon… Oh, look there she is. We're right here. Cecil: Oh, so you're that rumoured "Messiah"! I've been wanting to meet you. Cecil: As I thought, you're such a wonderful person. She looks as if she's a goddess herself. Tokiya: Hey Cecil, look you're bothering her. …I'm sorry for surprising you. Tokiya: This person is a prince from a neighbour country called "Forsden* Kingdom", Cecil. Our country are on good terms with each other. Cecil: Nice to meet you, I'm Cecil. I'm the 3rd prince just like Tokiya, I hope we can get along well. Tokiya: Why you… This is your first time meeting her, so why don't you be a little bit more polite— Cecil: I've heard from Tokiya. You were attracted by his singing voice and that's how you came to this country, right? Cecil: To think that the legendary "Messiah" herself has appeared right before my eyes. It's very assuring to know. Cecil: Eh…you never heard of this story before? Tokiya, you didn't tell her? Tokiya: …I have no proof that she is what we're talking about. Besides I didn't think it was the time to talk about it yet. Cecil: But, she appeared right on this lakedise, didn't she? Isn't that literally matched with what the legend of Edelduhr says? Tokiya: It would be rash to judge based on the current situation alone. I can't be sure until I actually see the Messiah's "power" within my own eyes. Tokiya: And most importantly, she has lost her memory. Talking about it like this will only make her more confused. Cecil: Oh, so that's what it is. It seems like Tokiya really care about you. He may look grumpy, but deep down he's kindhearted. Tokiya: Don't you make fun of me. ….But well, I can't keep quiet about it forever, can I. Tokiya: It might be quite an ambiguous story and it may also be a burden toward you…but even so, would you like to listen to it? Tokiya: …Thank you. First, let me explain the situation of our country right from the very beginning.

*: Same with before, I've just translate this one as Forsden (the same as mtl). The jp name was フォルスデン and you can read it as forusuden in romaji.

Ch 4:

Tokiya: A long time ago, there were frequent wars that happened between humans and demons in the world. Tokiya: The demons have an overwhelming physical capabilities, and we as humans are no match for them in a proper fight. It was even impossible to communicate with them. Tokiya: However, there were some people who bravely stood up against them. Those people are the one who held special "powers" in their hands. Cecil: For example, some people could freely control the wind at will. While the others could create fire and water, or even heal an injury. Cecil: …And like this the "power" that people can use varies from one and another. Tokiya: People worshipped this "power" that exceeded human knowledge as a gift from the heaven, and those who defeated the demons became heroes. Tokiya: Eventually, they created their own countries, thus establishing the world as we know it today. Cecil: Among the several countries that were formed, Tokiya's country, Edelduhr in particular gathered a lot of people with special "powers". Cecil: As a country that was deeply influenced by the breath of God, it had become a great empire that reigned at the center of the world. Tokiya: …That was once in the past. As time passes the world will change as well. Tokiya: The "power" that was once abundant in the world a long time ago has faded with the passage of time and become a rare commodity. Tokiya: Nowadays, the only people who have "power" are the imperial family, a few members of the aristocracy, and a handful of ordinary people. Tokiya: …Me? No, I'm just a normal human with nothing in my hands. Cecil: I'm also the same as Tokiya. I'm supposed to be a member of the royal family, but I can't even use those "power". Cecil: Even though our older brothers already have impressive "power" in their hands. Tokiya: … Tokiya: …However, recently there have been incidents happened that indicate the resurrection of the demons. Tokiya: There are only faint signs for now, but it won't be long before a conflict breaks out once again. Cecil: Even if we were to try to defeat them again, there are only a few of us who can use "power". There is a huge difference in　strength between now and the past. Cecil: But at that time you… the Messiah appeared.

Ch 5:

Cecil: There's a legend that has been passed down since a long time ago in Edelduhr Empire. Cecil: When the world faces the demons once again, offer a song from the bottom of your heart to the lake in front of the castle. Cecil: And the Messiah of this world shall appear and destroy those demons… Cecil: Look, it's literally the same situation as when you first showed up, right? We've been looking forward for your arrival. Tokiya: I told you before that it hasn't been decided yet, right,　Cecil. And besides we don't even know whether the legend itself is true in the first place. Tokiya: It could just be a rumor that was started by someone who was worried and wanted to ease their minds, and naturally those story just grew bigger and bigger on its own. Cecil: You're as serious as always, aren't you, Tokiya. Tokiya: …It's not like I'm completely denying it. I'd be happy too to know if the Messiah herself has finally appeared. Cecil: I know. I think it's the right thing to do to be cautious about information. Cecil: But I can't help but feel hopeful when she finally appeared as if she had sensed our crisis. Cecil: Even though we keep losing our "power", we can still fight against the demons. I can't help but think that this is such a good omen. Tokiya: …Only time will tell if the legend is true or not. Tokiya: Anyway, we just have to do whatever we can for now. Cecil: …That's right. We'll definitely have to fight the demons sooner or later. We need to prepare for that time. Tokiya: …Don't you worry. We're not going to stand by without doing anything. Tokiya: Right now my country and Cecil's country are working together to strengthen the vigilance of the surrounding areas. Tokiya: We're sending out scouts to gather information in various places, so if anything happens we'll be notified right away. Cecil: Our older brothers are also leaving to a neighbouring country to gain more allies. Cecil: I'm sure they'll be back bringing good news with them. Tokiya: ….Right. ….

Ch 6:

Tokiya: … Tokiya: Who's there? Oh… it's you. What is it, you can't sleep? Tokiya: …Not really, I'm not particularly feeling down or anything. There's nothing for you to worry about. Tokiya: Don't mind me and go back inside. …I told you before it's nothing, okay. Tokiya: …You're more stubborn than I thought. Tokiya: What I'm about to say now is just a trivial monologue. If you want to listen, feel free to do so. Tokiya: Even though I'm of an imperial blood, I wasn't blessed with "power" unlike my older brothers. Tokiya: Ever since I was a child I used to think that my fate was cursed. But even if I lament on it, God won't show me mercy. Tokiya: Once I realized that, I devoted myself to improve my swordsmanship. Tokiya: Even though it may be quite an insignificant power that can't even become real, I couldn't help but do something. Tokiya: …When the signs of the demons' revival finally showed up, I actually volunteered to be a scout. But I wasn't allowed to. Tokiya: I guess the Emperor and my brothers probably don't have any expectations for someone who doesn't have "power" to begin with. Tokiya: No…they probably already aware of it. In the first place I actually prefer music rather than swordsmanship. Tokiya: It was also the same on the day you appeared too. I was actually there singing to vent all of my feelings. Tokiya: I guess it's natural to be disappointed. No matter how much you sincerely love singing, a song like that is useless. Tokiya: There's no way someone like me could summon the Messiah here… Tokiya: …. The song, was my power…you said? Tokiya: I've never thought of that before… But, if that is true…then… Vassal 1: Pardon my intrusion! A group of demons has been spotted in the east. The Emperor has ordered you to attend the meeting immediately. Tokiya: …! The time has finally come, huh.

Ch 7:

Tokiya: One of you come with me. The other will escort her to her room. Tokiya: …You don't have to worry about anything. Now, let's go. Vassal 2: —That's the end of the status report. The demons are expected to arrive near the border tomorrow. Tokiya: (They're moving faster than I thought. I'm going to plead with my father to let me fight on the front lines as well.) Tokiya: (If what she said was true, that I too have my own "power"…then I might be able to fulfill my duties as a member of the imperial family.) - Tokiya: Brave soldiers of our country and our allies! All of you are gathered here together in response to the Emperor's orders. Tokiya: As someone who has been entrusted with commanding the front lines, I would like to express my gratitude from the bottom of my heart. I'm proud of all of your courageous will for standing here. Cecil: Let's face this battle with unyielding courage. If our thoughts are becoming one, then there's no need to fear the threat of the demons. Tokiya: The only thing that lies ahead of us is victory. Let's move forward together to a bright future! Tokiya: We will now begin the ceremony before we march to the battlefield. Let's turn our vow of victory into a song and dedicate it to everyone. Tokiya: ～♪ Tokiya: … Cecil: (What is this light…? It's like power keeps coming out from inside his body) Cecil: (Somehow I feel like I won't lose to any enemy right now. …I see, so this is Tokiya's "power"…) Tokiya: Glory to our homeland "Edelduhr Empire" and also to our ally "Forsden Kingdom"! Tokiya: …I'm convinced now. It seems like my song has the power to increase our ability to fight against the demons. Tokiya: To think that I can also fulfill my duties on the battlefield. It was thanks to you to made me realize this, thank you. Tokiya: (This light…! The "power" became much more stronger from where I touched her hand…) Tokiya: (Don't tell me, this is her… the Messiah's power…!?) Tokiya: In my name, I beg of you. Would you please lend me your power to save this country?

Ch 8:

-Wilderness- Tokiya: Thank you for coming here with us. Don't you dare leave my side, okay. Tokiya: …The demons have already begun their invasion. The situation is not good, and our forces are overwhelmingly at a disadvantage. Tokiya: But there's no need to be afraid. As long as you were here, there's no way we're going to lose. Tokiya: Everyone, prepare your swords! Now it's time to attack! Tokiya: Here we go! …Haa! - Tokiya: *pant* Just how many of them are there exactly? They keep coming out one after another. Tokiya: Although everyone is trying their best, there's just no end to it. If it continues like this… Tokiya: …! You, stand behind me! Tokiya: Urgh… Such strength…! Tokiya: (At this rate, I'm going to lose. I have to at least protect her…!) Tokiya: (This light… it's from her "power"! …That's right, this is no time to be getting weak.) Tokiya: There's no way I'm going to fall down on my knees in a place like this. …Haa! Tokiya: …Even though I was supposed to be the one protecting you, I ended up getting helped instead. Even so, what a mysterious "power" that was. Tokiya: Not only just my physical strength, but I also feel like I'm getting much more stronger mentally as well. Thanks to it, I'm fully awake now. Tokiya: (I'm the prince. To all the people who are waiting for victory, the soldiers who fight alongside me, and also her… I'll make sure to definitely protect them all.) Tokiya: I won't let you lay even a finger on the people that I care about. …Haaa! Tokiya: Everyone, don't give up just yet! Look beyond the hill, the enemy numbers are definitely decreasing. Tokiya: Hold your pride in your heart and swing your sword. Protect those you love with your hands. Tokiya: I'll lead the way. Come and follow me, my dear soldiers. Tokiya: We will definitely win this war and take the first step towards peace!

Ch 9:

-Edelduhr Castle's Lakeside- Tokiya: …Thank god we made it back safely. I'm glad that I was able to report the victory to the Emperor. Cecil: We were also very grateful to you as well. You were one of the heroes who contributed to the victory without any problems after all. Tokiya: That's right. But I remember you looked like a borrowed cat* during the audience. Weren't you more nervous at that time than when you were on the battlefield? Tokiya: …What you were thinking soon appeared on your face. I'll never get bored watching it. Cecil: What is it, looks like you two seems to be getting along well just now. Getting ahead yourself is unfair y'know, Tokiya. Cecil: To think that he finally awakened a wonderful "power", leaving me, his best friend, behind all alone. Tokiya: Actually I still can't believe that as well. Tokiya: If it's not for that "power" of song, this victory might not have happened. Cecil: Yeah, that was really amazing. But that wasn't the only reason why we win, right? Cecil: Tokiya has also honed his swordsmanship. And your subordinates know as well that you work much more harder than anyone else. Cecil: It was because of Tokiya that was leading the way that everyone was able to perform beyond their capabilities. Tokiya: …I am very grateful to those who believed in me and followed me. Tokiya: But even if you say that, you also took part in the victory, aren't you? You led the reinforcements into the battle after all. Cecil: Tokiya… Tokiya: Thanks to Cecil's army's surprise attack on the back, the enemy's formation was thrown into disarray. Tokiya: It was precisely because our forces were dispersed that our army was able to attack all at once. Cecil: …That's right. If even one of them had been missing, we might have succumbed to the momentum of the demons. Cecil: This victory was achieved thanks to everyone. Of course, that also includes you too. Tokiya: Yeah. Your presence became our hope. Not only did you give us "power", but you also saved our hearts as well. Tokiya: I'm really glad that I met you. …Thank you.

*: It's a Japanese phrase 借りてきた猫 and is used to refer to situation in which someone acts all quiet and meek (in contrast of their usual behaviour) due to nervousness and/or shyness when they are in an unfamiliar environment.

Ch 10:

Cecil: Hmm, what a nice breeze. It's hard to believe that we were fighting the demons just a little while ago. Cecil: Oh, look. There are birds playing on the lake. They're so cute. Tokiya: What are you being so carefree about… You don't think the war is over yet, do you? Cecil: I know that. This time, we may have only temporarily repelled the enemy. Cecil: Although we were able to reduce the enemy's strength a little, the demons will surely attack once again. Tokiya: Yeah. There's no time to bask in the afterglow of victory. Tokiya: We need to quickly gather forces to be our allies as soon as possible…such as people who possess "power" from each country. Cecil: We should also investigate as to why the demons are being resurrected now. Cecil: If we don't remove the source of the problem, the same thing will happen all over again. Tokiya: …Looks like we need to work together with our brothers to gather information. Tokiya: They're in another country right now, but they'll be returning soon. Since you're the Messiah, I must also introduce you to them. Cecil: If it's like that, then why don't we introduce her to the whole world? Cecil: The fact that the Messiah has appeared will be a ray of hope for everyone. It will also help to unify and bring people together. Tokiya: I have no objections. …Though I'm a little bit hesitant about it. Cecil: Fufu. Don't tell me you don't like it that she'll soon become popular? Tokiya: That's not it. It's just that I thought she might be in trouble if we suddenly drew attention to her. Cecil: If you keep acting like that, someone else might take her away from you y'know? Like me, for example. Tokiya: I told you before it's not like that… You know what, this conversation is over. Tokiya: I would like to thank you once again. I am truly grateful that you were willing to fought alongside us despite the danger. Tokiya: We need your help in order to restore new peace. Please continue to be our goddess of hope.