#ff agito translations

[nanakibh]

Jack: You gave me a real smile. Jack: Eh? Could it be? Did you think that was a confession? In a way, it could be something like that~ Jack: Even if I get a lover someday, you're the most important person to me. Jack: After all, friendship between men is a bond that ties even more tightly than romantic love~

Note: I believe this is from the kizuna event where Jack confesses, but this is what you would’ve gotten if you were playing as the male cadet. Somehow, this feels even more romantic.

[he6o]

I swear I sketched this as a warmup sketch for patrons long before I discovered that Agito translation (the last repost) 🤣 but as I needed an art to drop for August 17th, it seemed fitting to finish this one 👌

If I could ask for any canonical info to be divulged in all ff, it’d be “please give us a birthday for Kurasame.” 🤣 but for now this unfortunate date choice will have to do 👀 (sorry Jack, but happy birthday to you also 🤣)

[nanakibh]

With the collapse of the world, the curtains come to a close on the first history of Orience.

Akademeia, all of us, and everything else... In an instant, it all vanished. All of it is being recreated while gradually changing shape. Until the day when Agito is born...

Though I don't know what the gods of Orience are thinking... This may be the destiny that was given to us.

Now, the destroyed world is being newly recreated. In this uncertain world, all possibilities exist equally.

It's a mixture of actual memory and someone's hopes for what could be. At times... It may even open a door to a different world.

It seems some time will be needed before the new world can begin... Until then, let us dream within our slumber.

As we pray that there will be hope in the next world...

Tohno Mahoroha

[nanakibh]

Show Off Your Aesthetics! Akademeia Autumn Arts Festival

Thank you for playing Final Fantasy Agito. We are pleased to introduce the new event.

[Request]

Oh my, how lucky of me to run into you here.

Don't you think we Agito cadets are going back to fighting a little too much?

I don't think it's good for us to be spending all of our time that way.

So, I have a proposal.

What if all of the cadets make paintings and display them in an exhibition together?

Hey, hey! Isn't that a good idea? I'm sure that a lot of people would want to come see artwork made by Agito cadets.

I'll take care of the venue and things, so you guys should work on the paintings that will be displayed.

Huh?! There aren't enough canvases? Should've known... Then, how about this! If you go to this place, you can get your hands on magic canvases. Do your best to get some. I'll be counting on you!

Carla Ayatsugi

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Updated ~20:00 Tuesday, November 25th, 2014

Thank you for playing Final Fantasy Agito. We will now announce the results of the event.

[Report]

Huhuhu, the exhibition was a smashing success! Incredible! I'm a genius!

At this rate, I should be able to recoup the money I spent on the preparations right away. I knew it was a good idea to include pictures of the artists next to their paintings!

Ah, your paintings also attracted quite a bit of attention. There were some people who wanted to purchase them right on the spot.

Mm-hmm. Money is what's most important to me, though. Art is profound.

Hm?

Huh?! What?! Instructor... Kurasame?! What are you doing here?

A-and Chairman Khalia, too...

Err, um... You see, this is... I-it's volunteer work, of course!

Yes! Yes, indeed! It's nothing out of the ordinary!

Oh dear, who could have done this? Who would spread such awful lies about my work!

I will donate the proceeds to the less fortunate! We are all aspiring to be Agito, after all! So it's obviously the least I could do!

Yes! Now, please take care, you two!

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*sigh*

I'm in trouble. It took a lot of money just to rent out this venue.

Hey, hey! Lend me some money~! I'll definitely pay you back later!

Carla Ayatsugi

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[Results]

We are pleased to announce the results of the event, "Show Off Your Aesthetics! Akademeia Autumn Arts Festival".

The number of times each quest has been completed is as follows:

Cinque's Canvas: 148,383 times Queen's Canvas: 25,928 times Deuce's Canvas: 15,597 times Nine's Canvas: 8,045 times

Thank you for your participation.

Please continue to support Final Fantasy Agito.

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Note: I'm not sure if the results indicate character popularity. None of the announcements say what the rewards for the event were. Nor did they explain how the event was to be played. Based on some other information I gathered from an Agito gameplay wiki, it sounds like you would need to collect basic Magic Canvases (purple, light blue, orange, and blue) from quests of various difficulties. Then you would combine them with other materials to create each character’s canvas and receive a special reward. Since Nine’s Canvas was completed the least, that might mean that his blue canvases came from the hardest quest.

Each canvas quest came with a little note from the characters:

Cinque: You paint, too? Hmmm. Maybe Cinquey will paint with you. Hey, hey! If you feel like it, you should bring me lots of “Purple Canvases”! Paint a lot and you’ll get a prize!

Queen: A beautiful painting enriches the senses. May I paint on the “Light Blue Canvas” with you?

Deuce: Isn’t it wonderful that we can help those in need by making paintings? Let’s paint our dreams on the “Orange Magic Canvas”!

Nine: Hey, you. Do you have a “Blue Magic Canvas”? Let’s show everybody our passion!

The rewards were as follows:

Cinque’s Canvas: Coeurl? (The question mark is part of the name.) Queen’s Canvas: Splendid Cube Deuce’s Canvas: Last Illusion Nine’s Canvas: Our Idea of Agito

The names are very puzzling, but I think they might’ve been decorations for your dorm room.

[nanakibh]

Support Gacha lines Note: Each of the cadets who you could bond with also had a special item called a “support”, which would let you summon them in battle to support you. When receiving one or pulling one from the gacha, the cadets each had a line they would say.

Ace: When you're in trouble, I'll definitely run to you. I don't want to lose you to anyone...

Deuce: I know what to say at times like this: Player! Let's fight together!

Trey: It's alright, please don't worry. I will protect you, even at the cost of my own life.

Cater: Let's put an end to this war quickly. How should I put it...? I just don't like this type of atmosphere.

Cinque: I'll give it my best, too~ I'll clobber the enemies like BA-BA-BA-BA-BAAAM!

Sice: Ha, I must've drawn the short end of the stick if I have to help out somebody like you.

Seven: And with that, I'm Seven and I'll give you my support. I think this must also be destiny or something, so... Let’s work together.

Eight: I see. So, I'll be with you... I understand the mission, so you can relax.

Nine: Hell yeah, here it is! Seems like now's the time when my brains will finally come in handy!

Jack: Aw, man~ You got me~ Well, since we're going to be together from now on, we should get along, okaaay~?

Queen: I'm Queen and I’ll be providing you with reinforcement. It's a pleasure to be working with you.

King: Yeah, I'll cover you. Just keep your mind on completing your mission.

[nanakibh]

Missive of Challenge From the Commandant Dainsleif Subjugation Mission Note: It seems like there must have been a different story behind the Dainsleif mission each time it appeared. This title more than likely only applies to one of its appearances. (The rest may not have even had proper titles.) The announcement from Lean seems like it came from that awkward period of time right before the game ended.

2014 Twitter Announcement 1

[Kurasame] I will now make an announcement to all Agito cadets. Moments ago (6/14 Sat, 12:00 thru 6/15 Sun, 23:59), the mission to subdue the Dainsleif began. The enemy manipulates magic attacks of the ice element, and their magic defense is high. Ensure that your preparations are flawless and make a sound counterattack. May the Crystal guide you all.

2014 Twitter Announcement 2

[Miyu] From 11/1 (Sat) 12:00 thru 11/3 (Mon) 23:59, a mission to subdue the Dainsleif will commence. A battle against an MA unit controlled by the White Tiger l'Cie will surely lead to our growth. Without growth of the soul, the path of Agito will remain closed.

2015 Twitter Announcement

[Commandant] From 8/5 (Wed) 6:00 thru 8/9 (Sun) 23:59, we will commense subjugation maneuvers against the Dainsleif. Truancy will not be tolerated. Anyone who raises a fuss in this type of heat couldn't possibly become Agito, the savior of the world.

In-Game Announcement

Yo, cadets. It's the Militesi ambassador, Lean Hampelmann.

The White Tiger and Vermilion Bird have had their quarrels in the past, but things aren't like that anymore.

From now on, let's all get along with each other!

...So, with that out of the way, there's a favor I need to ask right away...

Could you do something about the Dáinsleif's pilot, l'Cie Qun'mi, who's targeting my life?

I kinda did something that earned me a grudge, and now she's pursuing me all the way to Rubrum with a seriously sinister look in her eyes.

I'll reward you for your effort, so use your strength to geeently drive her off for me.

I'm countin' on you!

Militesi Special Ambassador, Lean Hampelmann

Battle

Commandant: I'm going to take it upon myself to retrain you lazy lot. You'd best be grateful. Jack: Wow. A gift nobody wanted. Why's he suddenly getting so motivated?! Deuce: I was going to take a trip this weekend, but... It can’t be helped. I'll just forget about it. Seven: Oh... In that case, let's take care of this quickly. If we force the enemy back now, we won't have to worry about them later.

[nanakibh]

More fun MoM facts!

There are many instances of the MoM using tildes in his speech, particularly when he's joking/teasing. I'm disappointed that the localization did nothing to preserve them, since I feel like their frequent use was a hint to his identity. And it's cute.

Whether or not you believe that he has any connection to Jack from Agito XIII - although you should, because he does - it's something they have in common.

From the Final Fantasy Type-0 World Preview book:

The inflection he places on the words at the ends of his sentences with a tilde (~) demonstrates his “nonchalance.” He has incredible mental strength, shown in the way he maintains the same attitude no matter what type of opponent he faces.

They thought this information was important enough to add to the page about the character. It's his thing.

I've translated scenes from KHUX and FF Agito for comparison.

Even more fun facts!

Unless MoM's having a serious moment, he talks like an airheaded teenager, often ending sentences with the addition of し. Demyx does this a lot. It's not an odd thing to do unless it's a habit. There's nothing like this in English, but I guess the closest comparison I can think of would be like when someone has the habit of ending their sentences with the inflection of a question when it isn't necessary. (Like this? You know how it sounds when someone does this?? all the time??)

I found a blog where someone gave their own example:

This word is somewhat informal, and used less (if at all) in polite Japanese (敬語). Also, it doesn’t have a very intellectual image to it. For example, there is a Japanese TV celebrity by the name of Rola (ローラ) who frequently speaks with this expression and draws out the し sound. Although I think it is all an act, her character is very ditzy and seems like she has a two-digit IQ. So when you are using し, make sure to not overly draw out that sound, unless you're a young girl and want to project that sort of image. (:

What I'm saying is, the localization needs to make MoM sound younger and dumber.

Does Jack do this? Sometimes. It would make sense for him to talk like this, but he doesn't do it often. This one is a MoM & Demyx exclusive.

[nanakibh]

“CLOUD message″ (2008) translations Final Fantasy Agito XIII

p.57

Agito

This gripping tale follows the actions of a group of young soldiers during a world-encompassing war.

Among the three different Final Fantasy titles born from the singular mythology of the Fabula Nova Crystallis, FF Agito XIII stands out as the first Final Fantasy to be supported on a handheld game console. However, its hidden potential was much greater than imagined, and the footage that was shown at DKΣ3713 and Tokyo Game Show 2008 showed us some shocking developments. What is the "truth" there?

p.58

The Small Giant, Agito

When I saw the video at the DKΣ3713 event with its solemn, documentary-style narration and realistic war-like visuals, I honestly didn't know what game I was looking at. The content was so shocking that it overturned the game's image from the ground up. What had until now seemed like a relatively lighthearted RPG featuring keywords such as "magic academy", "school life", and "Crystal" suddenly did an about face. The video was presented as a "war chronicle" with a profound sense of depth, with words like "border invasion" and "war" being thrown around. So, was this video, which was release at the same time as the announcement of the PSP version of the game, intended to change the direction of FF Agito XIII? The answer is no. To support this, I will quote Nomura's statement.

"FF Agito XIII has a historical timeline which also mentions great wars of the ancient past, and when you take all of that into account, it has quite a considerable volume, so the content and image will change depending on where you place your focus."

In other words, it will be a game with a completely different impression depending on which era and location is being spotlighted in the expansive timeline. The juxtaposition of "kanji cities" and "English cities" in the video seems to symbolize that reality and fantasy do not contradict each other in this world where school life and dark topics coexist without feeling out of place...

If Nomura's comment about "a world so vast that you can't see how far it can expand" is the essence of FF Agito XIII, then what we've seen of FF Agito XIII so far is just the tip of the iceberg.

p. 59

The Meaning of a FF That Everyone Can Play Easily

"This is not one chapter of a story. It is a history written by each person’s hand. It is destiny."

This line comes from the narration in the video. There are no words that could more succinctly express that FF Agito XIII is a game that everyone is meant to play together. In FF Agito XIII, there is no default protagonist nor predetermined story. This part is fundamentally different from FFXIII and FF Versus XIII. The main character is the player themselves, their friends are the other players who they connect with online, and each adventure you have with those friends is the story of FF Agito XIII.

When you think of a Final Fantasy that everyone can play together, FFXI comes to mind. However, because FFXI is a game for PC and home consoles, it can't be easily played everywhere. As the online space rapidly evolves, it could be considered inevitable that FF Agito XIII would choose PSP and mobile phones when looking for the best environment for everyone to play together.

Perhaps the performance of mobile phones will dramatically improve for playing games in the future. In addition to the established ad-hoc battles on the PSP, a service will be launched where players can form impromptu parties with distant players via the PS3. It seems as though everything is going according to plan. If that isn't the case, then I can only assume that something is being brought closer...

With these features, FF Agito XIII will be "a Final Fantasy that can easily be played by everyone," something which has been rarely seen in the series. In addition, this Final Fantasy will be supported by a grand world and setting. The future shown by this synergy... Will be the style of a new Final Fantasy.

p.58-59

What is FF Agito XIII to you?

"This is the first Final Fantasy I'll be working on from scratch. Since I have this opportunity, I'd like to do what I want as much as possible and play a big role in the FFXIII series." Hajime Tabata, Director

"A grand world and setting that can be expanded forever, to the point where its limits cannot be seen." Tetsuya Nomura, Creative Producer

"A Final Fantasy that aims to go beyond expectations." Takatsugu Nakazawa, Planning Director

"Challenging the limits of the PSP." Yusuke Naora, Art Director

In one word, how would you describe FF Agito XIII?

"A documentary-style war chronicle Final Fantasy that everyone can play together." Hajime Tabata, Director

"Unexpected ambush." Tetsuya Nomura, Creative Producer

"A Final Fantasy that can be played anytime, anywhere, any way." Takatsugu Nakazawa, Planning Director

"A cutting edge Final Fantasy that everyone can play." Yusuke Naora, Art Director

What makes FF Agito XIII different from other games?

"I think it's the fact that this is where numbered titles will be introduced to handheld consoles. Everyone on the project is eagerly working hard to deliver a serious Final Fantasy to the PSP." Hajime Tabata, Director

"The great potential for the game to change freely in the future." Tetsuya Nomura, Creative Producer

"There are too many differences to write!" Takatsugu Nakazawa, Planning Director

"I think that the mismatch between tradition and stimuli will create a new taste." Yusuke Naora, Art Director

[nanakibh]

“CLOUD Vol.1″ (2007) translations Final Fantasy Agito XIII

p.76-77

hidden battle in the magic institute

Unhatched Elite Warriors The Guidance Myth

The mountains are green, the sky is blue. Your heart is rosy as you walk along the path.

Today is your first day as a student at the Akademeia peristylium. As you gaze at the gates of the magic academy shining brilliantly in the distance, your heart swells with thoughts of the events in your future. When you pass through those gates, you will meet new friends and discover new knowledge.

What sort of people are there? I don't want to be friends with anyone unpleasant. I wonder if it's really that hard to use powerful magic?

Such innocent thoughts are mixed in with the harsh questions you ask yourself.

How strong can I become? Can I become Agito?

The answers to all of the thoughts and questions dwelling in your heart exist beyond the gate. Akademeia's gate is also the gateway to infinite possibilities for you. Meeting good friends will nurture your heart, and discovering good knowledge will improve your skills.

No matter how difficult the ordeals ahead of you may be, why should you hesitate at these big gates!

You continue down the path, gazing at the towering school building with many thoughts inside of you, dreaming of the day when you become the legendary warrior known as Agito.

The Akademeia peristylium is the setting of FF Agito. The protagonist is a student who makes an oath with the Crystal which is enshrined within the academy. While living together with other students, they will study various things and receive training to accomplish their goals.

In a sense, school life is a series of discoveries. The protagonist grows as they learn not only what the instructors teach them, but what their friends are good at, the personalities hidden beneath their masks, and the power hidden within themselves.

What are friends? What is nature? What is magic? What is war?

The day will surely come when you will be able to answer the many questions you had in mind when you entered the academy.

On the other hand, your school life will be filled with many mysteries. What exactly is Agito, the legendary warrior? And who has their sights set on the academy's Crystal? Everything will become clear when the protagonist completes their studies at Akademeia and graduates. And then, that's when the protagonist's true fight will begin.

However, you mustn't forget. No matter how painful it is, no matter how hard it is to find your way, you are never alone. When you look back, the friends with whom you shared joys and sorrows will be there, along with the instructors who will guide you toward the right path.

Now is the time to pass through the gates with your head held high! Through Akademeia's gates! The entrance to a new mythical world!

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The True Colors of Akademeia to Which Youth is Entrusted

The academy that the protagonist enrolls at is officially known as "Akademeia, the Peristylium of Suzaku", located in a region called Rubrum. The students who enroll are sorted into 13 classes and are subject to strict discipline. They spend their days undergoing intense training. Knowing that the peristylium is a place for elite warriors, it is easy to imagine what sort of training they will receive.

In the process, friends may lose their lives. Some may not be able to endure the harsh training, and some may even run away. There will be scenes that leave you feeling empty, and scenes that will make you want to look away. However, all of these things are a part of life at the peristylium, and the protagonist and their friends must overcome it.

As you may know, "Suzaku" is the name of the Vermilion Bird, one of the four Chinese celestial beasts who rule over the cardinal directions. In that case, it's natural to assume that there are rivaling entities named after the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, and Black Tortoise. If each academy possesses their own Crystal, a push and pull might occur over them.

What does the aspirational name of "Agito" mean?

After enrolling, the goal of the protagonist is to become the legendary warrior called "Agito." That name, which is also used in the title, comes from a Latin word meaning "to put into motion." What kind of skills they use, what type of weapon they carry, how to become Agito... To new students, Agito is a very vague thing. However, as they spend time with many friends and teachers, it will be revealed little by little and gradually take shape.

As it inches closer to realization, Agito will become the goal and emotional support for not only the main character, but all of the other students as well.

It is said that one must overcome every hardship in order to become Agito. In that case, that movement of the heart would be the first step towards becoming Agito, the one who "puts things in motion." However, even if the protagonist overcomes the intense training, successfully graduates, and becomes Agito, that is not the final goal. Why are we fighting, and what is considered victory? And what will we learn in that battle?

The path that begins with enrollment at Akademeia is long and steep.

p.80-81

FF Mobile Online

Unlike the other two works, "FF Agito XIII" will be delivered straight to your hands through your cellphone. "FF Agito XIII" will be the first to introduce a new system: online party play for multiple users.

Players will start the game by choosing the protagonist from the 12 characters with weapons in the illustration. You can form a party with other people who have the game.

It's easy to imagine the fun and surprises that you will find online as you step into this myth for the new century. The characters who weren't chosen by the player will be involved in the story as NPCs, guiding the protagonist to an unknown world.

The advantage to mobile gaming is the ability to pick up the game and play it anywhere, at any time. In other words, the entrance to "the new story of the Crystals" is located right in your pocket.

EXPECTATION: A XIII Title That Begins in the Palm of Your Hand, FINAL FANTASY Agito XIII

1.

This FFXIII title will be played on mobile phones. Although spin-offs and other works have been ported to mobile, this will be the first official title to be released on mobile. As such, you can expect it to be a fresh Final Fantasy with possibilities previously unseen in the series. It's a Final Fantasy that's easy to enjoy anywhere, anytime. Through the network, it's also infinitely expandable. The appeal of being able to play with your friends as well as people you've never met... The appeal of a worldview with a magnificent scope via the distribution format... The appeal of network games that take advantage of "communication", which still have a high bar for entry, will be made accessible to many people with the use of cellphones, the easiest and most familiar platform.

The specs of mobile phones are also of interest, as they continue to evolve at a rate approaching that of handheld devices like the DS and even the PSP. Based on that evolution, "FF Agito XIII" is being produced with specs that look ahead to the future. This is the latest title in the series, following the Final Fantasy tradition of being on the cutting edge of the industry.

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As this title is being designed for the next generation of phones, its depth is still unmeasurable. The most appealing feature of the game is the fact that you can fight with parties that you form with other players, all from your phone. Players will be able to spend their time together as students of Akademeia, based on the magnificent ideas of the Final Fantasy series. That alone is cause for excitement.

The images that have been released show that the surrounding area is in a terrible state of ruin, so it will be interesting to find out how it relates to the story. Although it seems like the game won't be delivered regularly, the volume of the story is expected to be substantial. There will be many sub-events which can be voluntarily participated in and enjoyed for a long time. We're looking forward to the elements which will only be possible with next-gen mobile phones.

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People grow with more than lessons and training. During school, which everyone experiences at least once in their lives, the time after school when you've been released from your classes is important. When they're freed from the prison known as "school" and from the jailers known as "teachers", students learn a lot through activities with like-minded friends or through impulsive pranks. Without a doubt, "communication" is one of the most important elements of FF Agito XIII. "After school adventures" with allies you've never met can be fun and exciting, but they can also sometimes produce disappointments that you would have never felt when playing alone. However, there is a real story of player development that goes beyond the game character's development. Isn't that the true beauty of FF Agito XIII?

[nanakibh]

What's the most obscure FNC lore nugget you know?

Probably anything relating to Lean Joker. All of his character development happened in one of the out-of-service, Japanese-only mobile games, so my whole Lean tag is full of information that would've been considered lost. The FF wiki doesn't even mention basic facts about him like the fact that he was the creator of the Ultima Bomb or the fact that he designed the Magitek Armor and pilots one of the units himself. It doesn't even mention that he's Cid Aulstyne's adoptive son, which seems like a really important detail to me! I don't feel inspired to personally edit the wiki, so I'm just hoping that somebody else will eventually read my translation of FF Agito and edit the characters' pages for me.

It's hard to think of any general FNC facts... My brain is 99% Type-0. lol

[nanakibh]

The White Tiger’s “Blades of Light” Invades! Nimbus Subjugation Mission Note: For now, all I have are Lean’s announcements. But those are important.

Twitter Announcement

[Lean] From 8/26 (Wed) 6:00 to 8/30 (Sun) 23:59, a battle with Nimbus will be inevitable. We may be enemies, but if you die here, I'll never be able to forgive myself. I'll go back to my country to stop Nimbus, so try not to die in the meantime.

In-Game Announcement

Hm?! That's...

Zzzt-- Heeey, can you hear me?! Yeah, the connection seems to be pretty bad.

Ahh, ahhh... Can't hear a thing. It's no good. I'm gonna cut the call.

There we go. Now the connection is good to go.

This area should be uninhabited. So why is there a person here? Is that... a cadet from the Dominion?

I hope they haven't noticed my craft, but odds are I've already been spotted.

What should I do? Thinking logically, I'd have no choice but to eliminate any witnesses.

I'm the one who designed this unit. I'm sure there's something I can do about its surveillance records.

I just hope that the commander over there is the type who'll believe my story.

Lean Hampelmann

Ahhh-- Test, test...

Looks like the connection has finally been restored. This is Lean Hampelmann. Go ahead.

There should be a Dominion cadet around here, you say? Hmm, I see. I can't see anyone from my current position... Well, I guess I'll go take a look, then.

Huh?! It's not necessary?! More importantly, what's going on? ...Why are you telling me to evacuate?

... ...

Wha-- Are you being serious?! No matter how you look at it, isn't that overkill?! Stop him!!

What? What do you mean, "It's too late"...? Oh. I see now. I've confirmed it on my radar. I'll evacuate immediately. Kay. See ya.

This is bad! This is bad! This is bad! Nimbus is on his way here from Milites! He's the White Tiger's Primus l'Cie. If you try to face him head-on, you won't stand a chance.

I'm going to go back home and see if there's anything I can negotiate. If my old man gives Nimbus a new order, he may give priority to that instead.

Until then, you guys gotta buy me as much time as you can. Don't die.

Lean Hampelmann

[nanakibh]

The Irregular at Magic High School (Collab) Note: There was a collab between Final Fantasy Agito and The Irregular at Magic High School LOST ZERO. These are the conversations from the bulletins. I watched Mahouka just so I could understand what they were talking about. Thank you to @kousuisetsu​ for the screenshots that made this translation possible.

Prologue

Kurasame: As you may have already heard, we are pleased to welcome a pair of temporary exchange students from First High School in association with the National Magic University. Machina: International students?! We have a program like that? Kurasame: It is rare, but it isn’t unheard of. It’ll only be for a short period of two weeks, but I hope you'll get along.

Episode 1

Miyuki: It's nice to meet you, everyone. I am Miyuki Shiba. I'm from First High School, affiliated with the National Magic University. Tatsuya: I'm Tatsuya Shiba. A pleasure. It won't be easy for you to tell us apart if you refer to us by our last name, so "Tatsuya" is fine. Miyuki: Please, refer to me as "Miyuki" as well. Miyu: I am the cadet representative, Miyu Kagirohi. I welcome you both. Ace: I'm Ace. Nice to meet you, Miyuki, Tatsuya. Deuce: I'm Deuce. I'm pleased to meet you. Trey: I'm Trey. We may not have much time together, but I hope we can get along. Tatsuya: (Ace like "A", Deuce like "2", and Trey like "3"... I don't know if they're necessarily meant to be numbered, though.) Tatsuya: You all seem to have numbers in your names. Cinque: Eh? Numbers? Ace: Now that you mention it, you're right. Cinque, even your name means "five." Cinque: Hmmm? I seeee. Miyu: In Orience, names are often derived from numbers. However, it is unusual to see so many assembled in such an orderly fashion. Tatsuya: (So, it's a coincidence. Perhaps I'm just being nosy...)

Episode 2

Miyu: I've heard that the magic you use doesn't require the power of a Crystal. Would you kindly teach me about it? Tatsuya: If you don't mind the layman's interpretation. Miyu: Of course. That will do. Tatsuya: In our world, all phenomena is believed to be recorded in individual information, which we refer to as "eidos." The magic we use modifies the phenomena by altering the definition of its eidos. Nine: Modify? Phenomena? Tatsuya: For example, if you wanted to move a dolly with magic, that would first require you to cast a spell to accelerate the object, then a spell of movement, followed by a spell to decelerate the object, and lastly, a spell to stop it at its destination. Four magic spells become one. Miyuki, please demonstrate. Miyuki: Yes, big brother. Jack: Uwahhh, that sounds like a pain. Miyuki: It's not as difficult as you think. Ace: Our magic is granted to us by the Vermilion Bird Crystal in order to fulfill our grand role. The power that was passed down to individuals is managed and categorized by the Sorcery Division. Miyuki: The Vermilion Bird Crystal, you say...? Miyu: Indeed. All of our magic is thanks to the power of the Vermilion Bird Crystal. Each spell possesses an attribute such as fire, ice, lightning, wind, holy, and dark. Miyuki: Your method of classifying magic by elements is different from ours, I see. Miyu: For instance, let's see... This is "fire" magic. Tatsuya: ?! Miyuki: Big brother, what's wrong? Tatsuya: I thought I saw something odd... Rather, I should say that I didn't really see anything. Miyuki: Do you think that Rubrum's magic isn't utilizing psions? Tatsuya: I'm unsure. Nonetheless, I find it intriguing. Tatsuya: (Does this mean that the Crystal is even handling the output of magic formulas?) Tatsuya: If you wouldn't mind, could I take a look at the Vermilion Bird Crystal? Miyu: My apologies, but the Crystal is kept in strict security. Even we aren't allowed near it. Tatsuya: Hm, I understand... Pardon me for asking.

Episode 3

King: The handgun you carry... It isn't really a handgun, is it? Tatsuya: This is a Casting Assistant Device (CAD). As its name suggests, it's a device which assists in the invocation of magic. Despite its form, it isn't a weapon. Eight: Oh, so it's something like Cater's magic guns? Cater: Really? Lemme see that for a sec! Tatsuya: I don't mind, but precise adjustments must be made to the CAD depending on the user and its means of use. It's necessary. Using another person's CAD would be... inadvisable. Cater: Firaga! Flare! Holy! Whoa, this feels great! Miyuki: Cater, could it be that your magical computing characteristics are similar to my brother's? Tatsuya: No. To begin with, that CAD doesn't include the activation sequence for Rubrum's magic. Miyuki: That's true, now that you mention it. Tatsuya: Is it because psions have little effect on Rubrum's magic? It's very intriguing, but it seems it may be impossible for me to look into it. Miyuki: If you're interested in it, then there's nothing beyond your knowledge, big brother. Tatsuya: Don't speak the impossible. This exchange program is only for two weeks. Cater: I think I've taken a liking to this thing. Hey, Tatsuya, feel like trading it for my magic gun? Tatsuya: ... Tatsuya: If it's an unadjusted FLT monitor device, then I don't mind. However, instead of a gun, I would rather receive something I could give to my sister as a present. Miyuki: Big brother? Aren't you interested in the Dominion's magic? Tatsuya: It is a fine opportunity for abroad learning. But making more memories with you would make me happier than obtaining more formal knowledge. Miyuki: No way... Making memories with me is really more important to you, big brother? Tatsuya: (I think she may be interpreting that in her own way...)

Episode 4

Miyuki: Regretfully, the exchange program ends today. Tatsuya: That it does. Miyuki: These two weeks went by in a flash, but we must thank you for your hospitality. Miyu: Likewise, we must thank you as well. We learned a lot from you. Ace: The time really flew by... Queen: I feel a bit sad. Tatsuya, Miyuki, take care. Cater: W-wait! Wait a minute! Miyuki: Cater? Cater: Everyone worked together and made uniforms for you.

Natsubi: 56449 pairs Tsubomi: 33019 pairs Zero: 29213 pairs Type-839 Military Uniform: 33441 pairs

Seven: With this many, you'd even have enough for your friends, wouldn't you? Tatsuya: We could distribute them to not only each student, but to every student from First to Ninth High School. Sice: Yeah... We kinda went overboard, didn't we? Miyuki: Yes. It is a bit much. But it's appreciated.

[Miyuki] Kuro Neko to Shiro Neko-san, Mio-san, Elena-san, 5351-san,

And to everyone else, as well, Thank you very much. With your help, I was able to make some wonderful memories with my big brother.

- Miyuki Shiba

Cinque: Hey, you've still got some time, right? How 'bout you try on your new clothes?

Miyuki: Big brother... How do I look? Tatsuya: Yes, it suits you well. The design is different from what you normally wear, so you look like a different person. It gives you a new type of charm. It's as though you aren't my sister. Miyuki: It suits you, too, big brother. You look like the hero of an adventure story who fights against everyone and everything in the world for the one he loves. Tatsuya: (Can you call that type of guy a hero?) Tatsuya: It's almost time. Miyuki: Though parting is such sweet sorrow, it looks like this is farewell. Miyu: Let's meet again. Until then, goodbye.

Note: Additionally, for completing the event, you could receive a Trident - Silver Horn CAD like Tatsuya’s.

[nanakibh]

The first Spiral is approaching its conclusion.

Had you been there from the beginning, destiny might have been different.

However, history repeats. It isn't too late to start now.

Inscribe the last page with your own hand.

Director of Sorcery, Arecia Al-Rashia

[nanakibh]

Lean: I’ll be in your care for a while. Pleased to meet’cha, cadet!

I don’t think I ever shared this screenshot. It’s the only screenshot I have of what looks like a scene from the airship docks, presumably right after Lean arrived at Akademeia as Milites’s peace ambassador in one of the later cycles.

I’m unsure if this was actually in the game or not, seeing as how Lean also introduces himself in another scene that takes place inside Akademeia. If anyone knows or has more from this scene, please let me know!

[nanakibh]

Final Fantasy Agito NPC dialog Note: This isn’t a comprehensive collection, but I’ve translated everything I could personally find. I’ve included some screenshots so you know what each NPC looks like. Some NPCs will be familiar to those who played Type-0, while some others seem to be new to Agito. I’ve simply transliterated the names of the new NPCs. Some of these interactions read like mini stories of their own and provide a deeper glimpse into what life is like at Akademeia for other cadets.

Karan Aruka: Agh, goddammit. I'm so busy. Our workload has doubled since the war broke out. Karan Aruka: They're seriously expecting me to serve and take care of the military Chocobos at the same time. Karan Aruka: ...Y'know, it's kinda weird. Since when has it been my job to take care of the Chocobos? Karan Aruka: I feel like somebody else was always taking care of them... Karan Aruka: ...Hm, must be my imagination. Time to get back to work.

Karan Aruka: ...Yesterday, I received an explanation from the military. Karan Aruka: Apparently there was a soldier from the same unit as me who was killed in the last battle. Karan Aruka: The Crystal erased my memory of them, so I don't feel sad when I think about them, but... Karan Aruka: I do feel a bit uncomfortable.

Tachibana: We in Class Second put our lives on the line and our bodies in danger whenever there's a battle. Tachibana: That's why... I don't have many memories of friends. Tachibana: Take good care of your war buddies.

Utsusemi: Good work out there, Player. Akademeia has finally reached a major crossroads, hasn't it? Utsusemi: The country's victory and the lives of its people - you can only secure a true victory when you have both. Utsusemi: If you have to choose one over the other, then it's like you've already lost.

Ayame: I wish I could at least see my mom and dad one more time before we begin the mission.

Enra: Love can come out of nowhere... You should fall in love and enjoy youth to its fullest, too.

Enra: Having someone you love is a beautiful thing... But I think you wouldn't want to forget them.

Enra: H-hey! Good morning, Player. Enra: This morning, Rem said good morning to me. Enra: Hehe. I've been on cloud nine since then~

Enra: I just saw Rem having lunch together with that Machina guy. Just the two of them! Enra: Sigh... My heart is aching so badly now, I can't find my appetite... Enra: Whenever I think of my precious Rem, my heart aches and it's hard to eat...

Enra: That Machina guy is always with her. Enra: I don't know if he's a childhood friend or what, but it pisses me off!

Enra: I wish I had one of Remmy's potions which are said to work well at times like this. Enra: If only I had one of my sweet Rem's potions, I feel like I could fight on the frontlines.

Enra: Rem is going to accompany my unit to help with recovery! Enra: I'm so happy, I could die. Enra: I'll fight to the brink of death and let my sweet Rem revive me!

Enra: I heard that Lady Caetuna is a beauty, but I think Rem definitely has to be above her. Enra: I mean, personally, I don't think anyone could be cuter or more beautiful than Rem.

Enra: No matter what happens to the world now, my feelings for Rem won't change. Enra: Come, my brethren of the heart! Let us shout our feelings together! Enra: I! LOVE! REMMYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!

Seseragi: The other day, King came to the pool and said "It's hot..." His cool-guy vibe is what makes him popular with the girls. Seseragi: When someone like him shows up in a swimsuit, it attracts a serious crowd! If you join our club, you can see all the guys nearly naked... Hey, don't run away!

Seseragi: This is the first time a girl has approached me to be my friend. Most of the time, it's a fan or somebody trying to ask me out... Seseragi: Yeah, it's my fault for seducing the girls. Seseragi: But unlike me, you don't seem to have an ulterior motive... Hmph. Y-you're a weird chick!

Class Sixth Moogle: There's going to be a day when people say that Class Sixth is better than Class Third, kupo. Everyone will spin the gacha and become stronger, kupo.

Class Eighth Moogle: The names engraved here are the names of only those whose names were left in the records, kupo. Class Eighth Moogle: Most people will forget about someone as soon as they die, kupo.

Katori: Player! You were the first thing on my mind at the end of the battle. Katori: I remembered you... Hey, you should let me see you more often.

Katori: Hey there... I always see you here at sunset. Actually, I've found myself looking forward to it lately. Katori: I figured... If I wait here, you might show up. Haha. Does that bother you? Katori: Ahh, I really enjoy this... Watching the sunset and talking to you like this. Katori: To be honest, I usually avoid other people... But spending time with friends is nice, isn't it?

Tamayura: Agito cadets are only human. We need to take a break from the stress of everyday and give our lives a good laundering~... Tamayura: Everything will get stained with sweat if we don't. That'd be a problem, you know~?

Tamayura: Hey, Player, do you know any cool, macho guys with thick beards~?

Shino: Tokito... I wonder if he likes that woman named Emina...

Shino: Oh, I know! Player, I need you to help me practice confessing. Shino: ...Agh, no, I can't do it! It's too embarrassing!

Tokito Oginaga: I think you should choose your comrades based on compatibility and ability, though...

Tokito Oginaga: I want to get a present for Emina, but what would be good?

Tokito Oginaga: Oh, I know! Player, help me practice confessing. Tokito Oginaga: ...Ahhhh, I can't do it! I get so embarrassed, I can't even speak!

Tokito Oginaga: I was going to confess to Emina, but then I stopped myself. Tokito Oginaga: There was a girl who loved me from the bottom of her heart... Tokito Oginaga: I can't respond to her feelings now that she's dead, but... Tokito Oginaga: I don't want to betray her feelings by confessing to Emina.

Iwao: Actually, Carla is hosting a live music club event. Iwao: See, I was put in charge of setting up the stage, but Carla's demanding it to be as flashy as possible. Iwao: She said she wanted to do a "trident performance" and glared at me while she swung the thing around.

Beni: Oh, hey. Player, right? Have you decided to spend the morning in the back garden like me? Beni: As an artist, I enjoy the morning atmosphere here and use it to expand my aesthetics. Beni: When lectures begin, it becomes even more serene... Beni: Er, I'm not skipping class. I swear I'm not, okay? Sometimes you just have to leave the world behind to restore your energy.

Beni: Hey, mind listening for a sec? The other day, this girl named Sice from Class Sixth-- Beni: I asked if she would model for me... But as soon as I told her that she had to be nude, she socked me in the jaw. Beni: It was the first time I'd ever been knocked unconscious. I thought she'd be flattered that I asked her... Beni: She sure does pack a punch, though. I just didn't expect her to reap my consciousness.

Beni: The drab red I can get on the shelves isn't enough to express my explosively hot image. Beni: I would like you to procure a "Knowledge of Flame Tongue." Your reward will come from the art club's budget. Beni: I'm counting on you. The completion of my masterpiece is resting on your shoulders.

Quon Yobatz: "Fire" is fire magic, "Blizzard" is ice magic. All magic possesses an elemental attribute. Quon Yobatz: Likewise, enemies also have attributes. Quon Yobatz: Unless those attributes are opposites, your magic won't work effectively. Quon Yobatz: When in battle, you should always consider the attributes of both sides. Quon Yobatz: ...But I'm sure you didn't need a rudimentary lesson such as this.

Ryid Uruk: I'm worried about the gacha tickets I have.

Kasuka: A-are we really the superior power right now...? I received orders to march in a subjugation mission. Kasuka: If we fight, will we win? Will we survive? A lot of my friends have already fallen... I... Kasuka: Hey, Player, how can you be so calm? Aren't you scared of dying? I'm not that strong! Kasuka: I know that I can't start crying now. We have to fight in order to keep living. Kasuka: But it feels like my body is frozen... I'm not strong like you, Player!

Kasuka: I'm taking care of the cadets who were injured. Right now, I have to do what I can... Kasuka: If I don't, then I have no right to be here. I still want to be at Akademeia... Kasuka: We don't have enough people who can treat the injured. I'm helping because I'm good with healing magic... Kasuka: You, too, Player... Now is the time for you to do what you can!

Hororo: Here you go, your cafeteria lunch filled with hopes and dreams! If you're going to fight, you need to eat well! Hororo: We make meals for the injured, too, so you better come back even if you get hurt out there! Hororo: I'll be waiting here with something hot for you! Hororo: I heard that the Militesi army were right on Akademeia's doorstep when they invaded. I saw a lot of people being carried away with injuries. Hororo: But when there are painful battles like that... That's why we in the cooking club have to support everyone.

Ugetsu: We wouldn’t need them... If we didn’t have to fight... We wouldn’t need the Crystals...

Oboro: Many of the Chocobos who were deployed were killed in action... For the sake of their riders, they were-- Oboro: I'm sure they must have fought bravely to the end. I can't remember what any of them were like now, though. Oboro: Still, I want to praise them. I wish I could tell them that they did a good job...

Hotaru: Four years ago... My village was attacked by the Militesi army. Even the armed folk couldn't stand against them... Hotaru: The adults were killed and the houses all burned down. Then, in the midst of all of that-- Hotaru: There came a unit of cadets led by Sourai. Even though they were just passing through for an inspection-- Hotaru: With just three people, they managed to take down the guerrilla soldiers. I'm still alive today... thanks to them. Hotaru: I wanted to thank them no matter what! Please, could you help me look for a "Knowledge of Thunder Cry"? Hotaru: I'll be awaiting your return, Player.

Hotaru: My strength is no match for a l'Cie. But it's better than nothing!

Sourai: Hey, I'll see to the enemy outside Akademeia. I'd like for you to check on the other situations.

Sourai: I don't know how long peace will last, but we should enjoy this moment of peace while we can.

Tachinami Show: I can't say anything about the military's decision... Tachinami Show: I think you should all just do what you think is right. I'll be rooting for you!

Tachinami Show: The troops we sent to the cave where they're believed to be residing have not returned yet, and now it's beyond our control.

Hishow: If it were for the Chocobos, I would gladly give my life.

Hishow: It's not only the fate of Rubrum which depends on you, but also the fate of the Chocobos. Hishow: People won't be the only ones who will resent you if you lose. Hishow: The Chocobos are also expecting a lot from you. Don't let them down.

Aki Minahara: I must have been fighting in order to protect someone, but I can't remember. Aki Minahara: That must mean... that I wasn't able to protect them, huh? Aki Minahara: Then I guess I don't have to work so hard anymore... I am kind of tired.

Migiwa: Kukuku... Just like I said, it seems like that guy regrets it now. Kuhihihihi...

Migiwa: That made me realize. What Akademeia expects from me isn't my work as a member of the Beautification Committee, but my participation as a member of Class Fifth!

Utakata: If that happens... Then I might have no choice but to bake it with my magic gun...!

Utakata: Now I can finally make bread! How's this? Smells good already, doesn't it?

Utakata: The light of the setting sun turns everything golden--

[nanakibh]

Battle dialog from the Tower of Agito