Bootes 1F dialogue

The forma you obtained is emitting an unusual reading...

Master Mitra is dead, and his experiments have gone to waste...

Eh? You want to know if he was experimenting with a disease to make humans violent?

Yes, there was something like that here. Perhaps at Master Mitra's private lab...

Which reminds me, I have to clean the 8th floor.

It's the corpse of a member of the strike team.

He seems to have been on the Elve's crew...

Lively demon 3 Provisional message

Lively demon 4 Provisional message

Huh! Lookit the test subject walkin' around without a care in the world!

You ain't out to whack Master Mitra, are ya?

Well, it ain't as easy as you think to get in there! That hidden door to the palace?

You humans ain't got a hope in hell of finding it. Hwahahahaha...

Dance, dance, dance...! Welcome one, welcome all!

Welcome to the palace of Master Mitra, lover of all the worldly pleasures!

Enjoy these stunning halls filled with uninhibited conversation and peals of laughter.

And if you're very lucky, you may witness a grand dance...

Forget your painful, humdrum life... and step onto the dance floor! Above all, enjoy yourself!

You will surely find satisfaction with a new life, a new body! All under Master Mitra's guidance!

Until then... Dance, dance, dance!

Oh? A human, here...? What a rarity.

They say humans are a lazy race, but I suppose I have no choice other than to ask...

Ah, pardon me for not introducing myself sooner. I am Melchom, the paymaster of Hell.

I provide demons with various tasks to complete, but we're short on demons and I have jobs undone.

Would you be a gentleman and hear my request?

I'll start you off with a simple one: just bring me Chakra Drop x2.

Eh? Changed your mind, have you?

The job is to bring me Chakra Drop x2.

Accept the mission?

• Yes
• No

I'm glad you know how to follow orders.

I expect results.

That is most unfortunate. Ah well... What did I expect?

I'll be here for some time. Come back if you ever feel like doing a spot of work.

Have you come to deliver the goods?

You handed over Chakra Drop x2.

Hrm... yes... yes, they're all accounted for. Here's your pay.

I look forward to working with you again.

Eh? Not ready yet, are they?

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Eh? You don't quite seem to have everything I asked for here.

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Oh, it's you. I just received a new job.

Care to take it on?

This time you must bring me Chakra Pot x2.

Eh? Changed your mind, have you?

The job is to bring me Chakra Pot x2.

Accept the mission?

• Yes
• No

I'm glad you know how to follow orders.

All I ask is that you get results.

Most unfortunate. I'll be here for some time; come back if you ever feel like doing a spot of work.

Have you come to deliver the goods?

You handed over Chakra Pot x2.

Hrm... yes... yes, they're all accounted for. Here's your pay.

I look forward to working with you again.

Eh? Not ready yet, are they?

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Eh? You don't quite seem to have everything I asked for here.

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Ah, there you are. I have a new job for you.

You'll do it, won't you?

This time, bring me Great Chakra x1.

Eh? Changed your mind, have you?

The job is to bring me Great Chakra x1.

Accept the mission?

• Yes
• No

Hrm... I thought you'd say that.

Well, I'll be waiting for you... With hopes as low as ever.

Most unfortunate. I'll be here for some time; come back if you ever feel like doing a spot of work.

Have you come to deliver the goods?

You handed over Great Chakra x1.

Hrm... yes... yes, they're all accounted for. Here's your pay.

Every job I had for you is done.

And as a special bonus from me... Here, have this.

You served me well, for a human.

Eh? Not ready yet, are they?

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Eh? You don't quite seem to have everything I asked for here.

Mmm... I wasn't expecting much to begin with. Take your time.

Designated Item Get The event is temporary and will be removed in the final version.

Ah, it's you.

I haven't any work for you at the moment.

If you wait a while, I might get new assignments in.

I'll ask for your help then.

Every job I had for you is done.

You served me well, for a human.

Did you enter sector 4?

• Yes
• No

Did you enter sector 6?

• Yes
• No

Did you get the negotiation item of area 2 taken?

• Yes
• No

Uh? What're you doing here?

Weird... you might be a human, but you seem like you're on my wavelength.

I like you, so I'll give you a hot tip.

Y'know Mitra's room? It's actually one of a pair of symmetrical rooms. The other one's opposite it.

It's pretty well-guarded, so I don't think anyone's ever been in there.

Now, what are you doing here?

Ehhh? You remind me of myself, dearie...

I like you. Want to know an interesting secret?

...Mitra's room is actually one in a matched set. Its twin is just opposite it.

Something tells me something's hidden there. Hee hee hee...!

Hey, (your name). I've been investigating this area.

I think my sensors picked up a glimpse of Ship 4, but I can't find it.

It might be around here somewhere.

I'm surprised a human can do this much.

I feel like you 'n me could build a sweet world together.

One who shares my ideals, I have been waiting for you.

Let us aim for the summit of this palace.

Hey, (your name). I was trying to pin down the Gigantic's location, and I think it's in the palace.

Let's go check it out.

Hey, it's you...! Ain't I heard of you somewhere?

One of the humans they say came to this world to snoop around...

That it?

• Exactly.
• You got the wrong guy.

Knew it! Can't fool these eyes.

Ha! You gonna say otherwise dressed like that? You're a human, no two ways about it.

But look, you been around, right?

I gotta favor to ask, just for you.

Will you do it? I mean, there's somethin' in it for you, of course.

You change your mind? C'mon, man, do me a solid.

Accept Karasu Tengu's mission?

• Yes
• No

Alright, let's get down to it. I don't wanna be turned down later.

I want you to look for Koppa Tengu.

And I'll tell you why.

I had him go get me some stuff, and he hasn't come back yet.

I'd go look for him myself, but I dunno where he'd go.

That's where you come in.

You get around, so odds are you'll run into him sometime, right?

So there it is. You don't have to find him now, you can look in your spare time for all I care.

Well, if you don't wanna, I'm not gonna ride you about it.

But if ya change your mind, come tell me.

I'm not going to let Karasu Tengu shove me around.

Here, you can shove this right back at him.

So, you find Koppa Tengu?

Report to Karasu Tengu?

• Yes
• No

You handed Karasu Tengu the Tengu Box...

Hey, what's this? Aren't you gonna tell me about...

Huh...? This box... this is the thing I asked him to get...

Don't tell me he's tryin' to cut ties with me!

Tch...

I always thought he was an obedient follower...

Heh... I was just full of myself, I guess. 'S all there was to it.

Now that I think about it, I don't even know where the dude hangs...

How can I call myself a leader if I don't know that?

A braggart tengu... pretty funny stuff, huh?

Sorry, man, but can I ask you another favor?

The Karasu Tengu took out a pen and paper and began writing...

Give this to Koppa. You'll do it, right?

Hmm, looks like you haven't yet...

Guess I told you to take your time, huh? Yeah, I ain't in no hurry.

Seriously, though... where is that damn Koppa?

So? You meet up with Koppa?

Report to Karasu Tengu?

• Yes
• No

You gave Karasu Tengu a status report on the mission...

Huh... He said that...?

Oh well. Guess I gotta wait.

Sorry, man, I didn't mean to stick you with messenger duty.

But yeah, it's just like you heard. It's between the two of us now.

Seems like you got your own demon underlings...

Make sure you don't get to be a slave driver like I did.

Karasu Tengu left...

...Looks like a no.

Well, I ain't in no rush. Whenever you get the chance...

Oh dear... oh dear...

How could this happen...?

Oh, my...

We must suppress it at all costs...

My...

If this continues, it will be our fate to disappear...

Oh... this man.

He seems to be a human...

Could he be...?

He appears to be a warrior... Meaning...

The hope I glimpsed with the last of my faded power...

Are we all then agreed that we will ask this man?

Human. Please hear what we Disir have to say.

We face a grave dilemma.

Our mother tree, Yggdrasil, has turned wild, and we are powerless to do anything.

We suspect the problem lies with the evil energies caused by the disaster in this world.

The better part of our power has been drained by Yggdrasil...

But can a human stand a chance against Yggdrasil...?

I freely acknowledge that he has the soul of a proud warrior, but...

Worry not. This man... This (your name) has a special power. I feel it.

A strange warrior in command of demons... He shall provide a thread to our future.

We have told you our story.

Please. Stop Yggdrasil!

Will you accept our task?

• Yes
• No

You will? We are very grateful.

I see... That is unfortunate.

But this situation does have some bearing on humanity.

Should you reconsider, please see us again.

...Oh. You have returned.

Will you save Yggdrasil?

• Yes
• No

You will? We are very grateful.

I see... That is unfortunate.

But this situation does have some bearing on humanity.

Should you reconsider, please see us again.

A portion of Yggdrasil's trunk is in this world.

We shall take you there.

Are you ready?

• Yes
• No

Then let us go...!

I understand.

When you are ready, tell me.

Yggdrasil has been stopped.

We are in your debt.

We hope to meet you again some day.

The Disir left...

You successfully analyzed the demon.

GRRRRR...!

ME PROTECT. ME ORTHRUS.

ME NEW GATEKEEPER FOR DEADFOMORIAN!

WHAT YOU COME FOR?

You asked Orthrus the location of Cu Chulainn.

CU CHULAINN? OOH, HE GREAT MAN!

ME KNOW HIM!

HE SAID HE A GOOD GUARD. WATCHED GATE UNTIL ME GET HERE.

WHEN WE SWITCH, HE SAID HE GO TO HIS MENTOR.

MENTOR WAS AT DUEL, SO HE GO HELP.

SAID IT WAS AT PLACE FIT FOR BATTLE. MUST BE BURNING LAND WITH NEVERENDING WAR.

THAT ALL ME KNOW.

TAKE YOUR TIME LOOK FOR HIM.

IT YOU. WHAT YOU WANT?

• Where is Cu Chulainn?
• Why are you keeping watch?
• Nothing.

WHEN WE SWITCH, HE SAID HE GO TO HIS MENTOR.

MENTOR WAS AT DUEL, SO HE GO HELP.

SAID IT WAS AT PLACE FIT FOR BATTLE. MUST BE BURNING LAND WITH NEVERENDING WAR.

THAT ALL ME KNOW.

TAKE YOUR TIME LOOK FOR HIM.

IT TRUE MITRA GONE. NO MASTER, NO NEED GUARD.

BUT DEMONS HERE NEED GATEKEEPER, NOT MASTER.

THEY NO WANT BE DISTURBED.

THAT WHY ME NEEDED.

OKAY. ME HOPE YOU FIND HIM.

You successfully analyzed the demon.

Keeee!

The cornered demon attacked!

You defeated Mamedanuki.

Either you lost in battle or an error has occurred.

You weren't supposed to see this message. Leave now... leave while you still can!

You successfully analyzed the demon.

Keeee!

The cornered demon attacked!

You defeated Mamedanuki.

Either you lost in battle or an error has occurred.

You weren't supposed to see this message. Leave now... leave while you still can!

You successfully analyzed the demon.

Keeee!

The cornered demon attacked!

You defeated Mamedanuki.

Either you lost in battle or an error has occurred.

You weren't supposed to see this message. Leave now... leave while you still can!

You are surrounded by demons.

The demons are edging closer to you...

Suddenly, the demons around you began to fall.

What're you doing here!?

This way, and quickly, if you don't want to die!

You idiot! You could've gotten us all killed!

Calm down, Dawson. Now's not the time to be pointing fingers.

Yeah! How petty can you get?

W-Well, come on...

We need to figure out a way out of this jam.

...Still, it was touch and go when I saw you show up.

Hey... you're (your name)...

Heh. Looks like Lady Luck hasn't forgotten us yet...

If this is her remembering us, I think I'd rather she forgot.

But if you're not gonna give up yet, Mike, neither will I.

C'mon, let's just get outta here!

The damn demons keep on coming.

Why are there so many of them!? It's like an ant's nest!

Save your breath, Dawson.

We have to move, (your name), so I'll make the introductions quick.

I'm Mike, this squad's subcaptain.

My name's Keema. Nice to meet you.

...Dawson, strike team.

I'd introduce you to the others, but we need to get to business.

Our squad was part of the feint operation here in sector Bootes.

We lured a bunch of demons out, just like we planned...

But this real nasty demon took out our CO, and the chain of command went straight to hell.

Plus, we did our work a little too well. All the demons we lured in cut off our escape route.

The radio, the signal beacon, all our equipment is busted. The automap being down hurt the most.

Without any way back to the ship or to call for help...

Figure we've probably been moved to KIA status by now.

The worst thing is, this place is full of one-way roads. One false step and you're toast.

So I have a favor to ask.

Can you navigate this squad to safety?

Your equipment works. Shouldn't be too hard for you.

Are you up for it?

• Yes
• No

Thanks.

Holy...!

Look, if you don't cooperate with us here, you're in danger too.

Holy...!

The demons found you!

Shit, they found us!

Fall back! Fall back!

We're not gonna die here!

...Alright, we learned something. Don't take the door on the left.

C'mon, we're not doing Daniel any favors if the rest of us die here too.

Let's take the door on the right.

Don't seem to be any demons here.

Geez, Dawson. Quit blanching like that.

You really are a coward, huh?

Can you blame me!? We're dealing with real live demons here!

This is the kinda stuff our parents used to scare us with when we were kids. And now here they are!

Dammit, I can't think straight...

Sorry, (your name). You lead the way.

Th-These guys don't give up!

Can't run, can't kill 'em all...

We're stuck! Game over, man!

Quit bitching! Are you on the strike team or aren't you!?

Hey, (your name)! Your automap still works, right?

Which way do we go!?

Which door will you take?

• The right door
• The left door

Roger!

The strike team went into the right door.

You followed them.

Don't seem to be any demons here.

Geez, Dawson. Quit blanching like that.

You really are a coward, huh?

Can you blame me!? We're dealing with real live demons here!

This is the kinda stuff our parents used to scare us with when we were kids. And now here they are!

Dammit, I can't think straight...

Sorry, (your name). You lead the way.

Roger!

The strike team went into the left door.

You followed them.

You were surrounded by demons...

Gyaaaaaaaaaaah!

H-Help meeEEE! AAAAHHHHH!

One of the strike team members was ripped apart by a group of demons.

No! Daniel...! We lost him...!

Dammit! This way!

No... Daniel...

He was a good guy... Oh my God, I just wanna go home now...

...And now we know the door on the right is dangerous.

Let's get out of here, for Scott's sake.

We'll take the door on the left.

...Nothing's happening? Looks like it's safe here...

Wait! There's something strange about this.

That music... I heard it when the Captain was killed...

It can't be...

Is that demon here!?

...Hrhrh, that's correct.

Your leader was very brave.

He hadn't a prayer of defeating me alone, and still he fought.

His cries as he died still ring in my ears...

Ahhh... those sublime tones. I'm sure your screams will make an equally beautiful melody.

My heart dances at the thought!

The demon disappeared.

I don't believe this... I can't take it! That demon's nuts!

We have to get out of here, NOW!

Okay, another fork in the road.

Which way this time?

Which door will you take?

• The right door
• The left door

Roger!

The strike team went into the right door.

You followed them.

What! We're back in open territory!?

.........

Ha... haha, look. Nothing's happening.

Demons suddenly sprung up from the ground!

The demons attacked the strike team.

G-Get away from me!

St-Stop it... AAAGH!

The strike team member's neck was broken...

Scott!! Dammit...

Run, everyone!

Dammit... Scott...

He said he was thinking about leaving the army and going back home soon...

He didn't have to go out like that... Am I next?

Roger!

The strike team went into the left door.

You followed them.

...Nothing's happening? Looks like it's safe here...

Wait! There's something strange about this.

That music... I heard it when the Captain was killed...

It can't be...

Is that demon here!?

...Hrhrh, that's correct.

Your leader was very brave.

He hadn't a prayer of defeating me alone, and still he fought.

His cries as he died still ring in my ears...

Ahhh... those sublime tones. I'm sure your screams will make an equally beautiful melody.

My heart dances at the thought!

The demon disappeared.

I don't believe this... I can't take it! That demon's nuts!

We have to get out of here, NOW!

Let's not go through the door in front again, hmm?

We'll honor Steadman's memory by making it out of here alive.

Let's try the door in back.

Th-Thank goodness... Looks like we're on the right track.

*sigh* This is really bad on the heart, man. How much longer do we have to go through this?

Well, say what you want, but at least there's never a dull moment.

That must've been the boss of those demons. If we have to go up against him, I'd say we're boned.

Let's get out ASAP.

So... a door in the front, and one in the back...

Hey, Dawson, you remember which is the right way?

Stop moaning for a second and make yourself useful!

Sh-Shut up! I remember, I swear... Just give me a minute.

...I THINK the door in back leads further away from the demon horde.

But that demon showing up makes me wonder...

Ugh! Make up your mind, why don't you! If you think it's the rear one, just say so!

We're not going to get anywhere if we cringe at every little thing!

(your name)! Which would you go for?

Which door will you take?

• The back door
• The front door

Roger!

The strike team went through the back door.

You followed them.

Th-Thank goodness... Looks like we're on the right track.

*sigh* This is really bad on the heart, man. How much longer do we have to go through this?

Roger!

The strike team went through the front door.

You followed them.

Demons! They're up above us!

You were surrounded by demons...

I'll teach you bastards to tangle with a human!

Steadman, no!

Don't stray too far from the team!

The strike team member burst apart from the force of a single blow...

Steadman! Dammit, fall back!

Run while you can!

I'm sick of this... What did any of us do to deserve this!?

Dammit... Steadman...

He was always so proud of how much he could bench... I can't believe he died so easily...

Alright, the door on the left is hereby off-limits.

Mark's sacrifice was not for nothing. We ARE going to get out of here.

Move out through the door on the right.

Thank goodness... that demon isn't here...

L-Let's keep moving before he comes back.

Tch! Another choice...

Man, I just want to get out of here already...

I've had it... If one more thing happens, I'm gonna lose it...!

Hold together! We're almost there.

Remember, you were chosen to go into the Schwarzwelt. You're one of the best, same as us.

On your feet, soldier!

(your name)... Any ideas where to go now?

Which door will you take?

• The right door
• The left door

Roger!

The strike team went into the right door.

You followed them.

Thank goodness... that demon isn't here...

L-Let's keep moving before he comes back.

Roger!

The strike team went into the left door.

You followed them.

You were surrounded by demons...

Tch... We're surrounded!

Screw it all! Eat this!

How about this!?

Damn, there's too many of 'em!

...There's a wall behind us... We're cornered...

I'll get us out of this. Leave it to me and go on ahead!

The strike team member rushed the demons!

The demons take the bait and cluster around him... You have an opening!

H-Hurry...! Hurry and go...

Ugh... AAAAGH...!

......

Mark's gone...!?

Shit!

Mark... No... Not another one...

I'm going crazy...

You can hear the melody of a violin.

I am David, he who plays the tune of death.

You've done quite well for yourselves, coming this far.

All you need is to get past this door and your ship will be right before your eyes.

R-Really...? No... it's just another demon trick...

You came this far in desperation, with only a faint glimmer of hope to cling to.

I count myself entertained! I'm telling you this as a token of my gratitude.

I enjoyed it greatly, especially when you struggled most...

That's your idea of entertainment? You make me puke.

You don't plan to let us through either way, do you?

Not the way you were talking before about wanting to hear us scream...

You're one sick puppy.

I'm glad you understand.

This opera of despair is now in its final act.

They're waiting for your curtain call in the land of the dead!

Humans who have surpassed death... This, too, makes for an interesting finale...

Alright, the demon horde's still a ways away. Let's make our escape!

It looks like everyone was saved. Thank heaven.

It's because of you that we were able to keep casualties to a minimum.

This is for you.

It's the forma the Captain gave his life to get.

I'd say you deserve it more than anyone.

W-We did it... we survived...

So as soon as we're safe, you turn right back into a coward?

Weak, man.

Thanks, (your name). If it wasn't for you, we'd all be KIA for real.

We're gonna go back to the Red Sprite now.

See you later, (your name). Thanks again.

The strike team headed towards the Red Sprite.

...Rrgh...

So you have overcome the fear of death...

Ha... hahaha... How unfortunate.

I wanted... to hear the melody... of your deaths... and despair...

But... even if I cannot... hear it... soon... you shall...

Haha! We did it!

We're finally outta that nightmare!

Woo-ha!

Don't start celebrating yet, idiot!

Keema chased Dawson through the door.

...Huh? You're kidding me... Why are there demons here...!?

We're surrounded...! Guess we took too long to escape...

Aaaaaaahhhhhhhh!

......!

Go through the door?

• Yes
• No

Stay where you are!

We both... got it bad... we're done for.

Keema! We're coming!

Stay where you are!

We both... got it bad... we're done for.

Sorry... Keema... It was my fault...

...Aw, don't make that face.

You're a sorry sight to the end...

...Man, shut up.

Hey, Keema. I'm gonna use this... you okay with that?

...Haha... Didn't think you had the guts... for that...

...Sure, go ahead.

Dawson. We're in this together...!

.........

Everything became quiet.

Go through the door?

• Yes
• No

(your name)... I understand how you must feel, but... let's go.

The grenade destroyed everything in sight.

...The cost was high, but we finally escaped.

It's thanks to you, (your name)... Keema and Dawson, too.

(your name)... Thanks.

If it wasn't for you, we'd probably all be dead.

Take this.

This is the forma the Captain gave his life to get.

I think it should go to you.

We can see ourselves back to the Red Sprite from here. We should be fine.

The strike team headed towards the Red Sprite.

Either you lost in battle or an error has occurred.

You weren't supposed to see this message. Leave now... leave while you still can!

I am Dionysus.

You must have heard my name even in the human world.

Alas, no. Perhaps this is the time to give you a reminder...

That's right. You're quite knowledgeable, aren't you?

Alas, no. Perhaps this is the time to give you a reminder...

I am Dionysus, the god of wine. Pleased to meet you.

But enough introductions. Let us move on to the meat of the matter.

I would like to ask a favor of you.

You humans have been lovers of wine for millennia...

Why, then, do you not work for the god of wine's sake?

What do you think? Would you not apply yourself for the sake of the god of wine?

Accept Dionysus's mission?

• Yes
• No

Hohoho... a wise choice. Now, allow me to explain.

Have you heard the tales of the poison wine?

It's said to be distilled from the feather of a vicious bird known as Zhen.

In other words, it's the feather that contains the deadly poison...

And by mixing the feather into wine, it becomes a poisonous wine that can kill a man in one sip.

As the god of wine, I must know how this wine tastes.

I would have you obtain one of this Zhen's feathers.

However... it cannot be plucked from a corpse.

The scuffle would damage and dirty it, affecting the wine's bouquet.

Rather, you must negotiate with Zhen for a pristine feather.

Hm? Why so quiet? You seem baffled.

Do you have any questions?

• Are you going to drink it?
• No, none.

Hohoho... A reasonable question. Allow me to answer.

Hohoho... You needn't be so modest. You were going to ask if I intend to drink it, no?

Then allow me to answer.

I am a god, you see, and the poison of a Zhen is no poison to me.

Poison that passes the lips of the gods becomes a profound brew.

Now then... What will this poison wine bring...? Smoothness, savoriness, or dryness...?

Hohoho... I'm eager to find out. I look forward to hearing from you.

That is too bad. I have no more to ask of you.

If you decide to change your mind, I doubt my desire for the wine will abate. Hohoho...

How goes the search? Have you gained a Zhen's feather?

Report to Dionysus?

• Yes
• No

You handed Dionysus the Zhen Feather...

Hohoho... so this is a feather of a Zhen...

Very potent, I see. This will make for a splendid wine.

First, I must find a meal to go with it.

You have done well...

It's a shame that you and I can't share a toast over the poison wine.

Dionysus left...

Demonica switching to search mode...

Yeesh, this place is like a sick joke.

How would you describe it? Creepy? Tacky? Whatever it is, it sucks.

It does seem like the kind of thing demons would go for, though... Loud and irritating.

...Then again, I've known my share of humans who love places like this, too.

You'd almost expect to see humans living here, but... there aren't any, huh?

...That's right. The only things here are those goddamned demons.

This must all be a trap they set. Careful, guys!

It's time we got to it! Begin the mission!

......!

Oh, it's you, (your name). Don't scare me like that...

Hm? Ah, it's nothing. I was just checking one of the Demonica's functions...

Have you messed around much with the Records function?

Records are like medals you earn for your accomplishments throughout the game.

You can access them by selecting Log from the Demonica screen and then Records.

There are no notifications of new Records achieved.

This function is not required in any way to progress in the game. It is strictly for your enjoyment.

Guess the Joint Project figures a little competition between the men will get us motivated, huh?

Man, they got it all figured out. They know us grunts too well...

......

The strike force member left while looking at his Demonica...

You look around the room...

There seems to be enough space here to launch the Signal Beacon.

You look around the room...

There seems to be enough space here to launch the Signal Beacon.

This is Arthur, calling Crewman (your name). Arthur to Crewman (your name).

Your present location is believed to be sufficient for purposes of observation.

You may launch the Signal Beacon.

You launched the Signal Beacon.

All the Signal Beacons have been launched.

This is Arthur. Beginning the capturing of the Signal Beacon's signal.

This ends the beacon observation.

Crewman (your name), return to the Red Sprite.

This is Arthur. Beginning the capturing of the beacon's signal.

Continue to search for suitable locations for observation.

Crewman Norris is standing in front of you.

Yeah... that's right... I should just... let go of the pain...

It... it looks so fun... Everyone at the palace... is smiling...

Yeah... I'm gonna go... Hmhmhm...

What's life... without a little fun...? Hahaha...

I'm going... Hahaha... To the voice...

Hahahaha...!

An emergency has occurred. Correspondence with Crewman Norris has been cut off.

He appears to be in a delusional state, given the nature of his last recorded transmission.

He must be apprehended on charges of abandonment of his post.

I am issuing a new official mission, designated "Search for Norris."

Remote identification of Crewman Norris's whereabouts will be difficult.

You must search the sector on foot.

I know being in this living hell's enough to make anyone crazy, but c'mon...

This is the last thing we needed! Ah, whatever...

Hey (your name), don't you go crazy on me too!

There! You can make it back from here, right?

You better think reeeal hard about what you're gonna say to Master Mitra!

...(your name)!? That is you, isn't it!?

You're okay! Where've you been all this time!?

When we couldn't raise you on the radio, we all thought you were a goner...

Everyone was worried, man! C'mon, let's get back to the Red Sprite.

Alright, you guys ready!? Let's start this party!

First, those of us participating in the feint operation will move toward Mitra's palace.

The rest of you, stay here on standby.

Once we get to our waypoint, I'll give the signal to begin, and we'll lure the demons out.

You can shoot up the place, attack the demons, confuse them with a Luxury Bell, whatever works.

Oh yeah, (your name)...

You got a Luxury Bell from Mitra, right?

Give it here. It'll be perfect to call the demons.

You handed Jimenez a Luxury Bell.

Heheheh... I already see the look on their faces.

Alright, let's move out! (your name), stay put until our signal!

The strike force disappeared into the field...

......

.........

............

Is everyone in position?

Locked and loaded, man!

(your name), as soon as we begin our part of the operation, you get moving!

Hurry into Mitra's palace while the demons have their hands full with us!

On my mark, men.

Operation commences in five... four... three... two... one... Go! Go! Go!

Raaaaaaahhhhhh!

Let's do this! C'mon!

The feint operation has begun!

Here they come! Dumbasses...

Alright, (your name), it's your show now! Good luck!

The feint was a success. The demons are gone...

We've reached the bottom floor. You should flee.

...Ah yes, and I have a parting gift. It's something I have no use for.

Mastema took out a rare forma.

The man who wore that suit had it.

It belonged to your comrade, and now it is yours.

He worked very hard to find this. Please take it...

Let us part ways here. Be safe.

U-Um...!

Thank you so much... I'm sorry I thought you were an enemy, after all you've done for us.

I... er... I wanted to show my gratitude...

But there isn't much we can do...

Our situation is shared. It is natural that we help each other.

...Good and evil are still at war in the spirit world.

So long as you recognize that demons are the enemy, I will ever be your ally.

God be with you. Keep fighting the demons, and we shall meet again...

Hey... who the hell is this...?

What's so funny? Stop laughing...!

Is that you, (your name)...? Are you the one who's laughing?

...I don't hear anyone laughing here, Norris man.

You don't hear anything, do you, (your name)? Yeah, nope.

Huh? No one's laughing...?

Well what was it, then? Someone was laughing like they were having a blast...

If it wasn't over the radio, it must've been coming from the field...

Hey man, keep it together. You getting tired?

Sheesh, don't start acting up now.

...I can still hear it! He's laughing, (your name).

He's tempting me... Telling me to leave all this behind...

Go do something fun, he says...

• Snap out of it.
• Get yourself to sickbay.

Yeah... heheheh... I'm fine, I'm keepin' it together. Back to the mission, guys!

Yeah... charge... we'll storm the place... get to where they are...

What are you saying...? Hahah... Nothing wrong with me. Why would I need to see a medic?

C'mon now... back to work... work... work...

Something about Crewman Norris seems strange...

It seems there's a rat in Master Mitra's woodshed.

I had a queer feeling and came back, and lo and behold, here you are.

You'll become one of Master Mitra's puppets... Your fate is sealed!

It is unfortunate that you will become a puppet no longer able to dance, but...

I am duty-bound to put you to death!

...I don't hear anyone laughing here, Norris man.

You don't hear anything, do you, (your name)? Yeah, nope.

You sense a presence...

I heard the iron ship move. I thought it might be you.

(your name)...? Who are you talking to?

......! You're...

Mastema appeared.

Zelenin, (your name). It seems you walk a trail of suffering.

I myself witnessed your comrades lose their sanity in that land of blight...

You know about that?

But why are you here...?

Perhaps for the same reason that you are, Zelenin.

It is my duty to help the troubled and guide the lost.

Meaning... you can save the crewmen who've lost their minds...!?

...I can make no guarantees, but I might provide a clue or two.

That is the news I have come here to deliver.

......

I lament to see humans behaving like demons.

Perhaps this is the fate of those who refuse to let the Holy Spirit guide them.

Of course, it is futile to wish for that now.

It is more important to discover the cause of this malady.

...I see you came to deliver a reprimand, as well. I understand.

Regardless, we came to this sector to find something that may be related to the parasites.

If we have that, we might be able to use our technology to cure them.

You do seem to have the karma to carve your own path, as you did when you fought Horkos...

But I cannot help but be concerned of the hazards of overconfidence.

You believe yourself to be the master of your technology, but it may in fact be yours.

Technology and demons... both carry the risk of deceiving their human masters.

Should you rely on them more than strictly necessary? What say you, (your name)?

How to handle such power...?

• You just have to be careful.
• I use it only when I have to.
• None of your business.

You do seem cautious. But take care that you do not become overconfident...

Your answer reassures me.

There is something higher humanity ought to seek. I hope you obtain it someday.

May God be with you.

...Human nature in action. Are you not being a bit too rebellious?

Or did you misunderstand my words? Regardless, I would like for you to remember...

The only thing that humans can truly rely on...

...You evidently know a great deal.

You mentioned you thought there was a clue here?

Mitra, the former ruler of this land...

He seemed to have some dealings with the blighted lands.

There was some sort of trade going on between Delphinus and Bootes...?

Yes. They were in league, though to what extent, I know not.

Mitra used humans in some sort of experiment. It seems to have something to do with you...

I believe it possible that it has ties to your comrades' malady.

We reached a similar conclusion.

But your theory gives me hope, Mastema.

Mitra's palace is technologically sophisticated. There may be hidden areas you have yet to find...

It will not be easy to find what you seek, but I wish you luck.

We'll be on our way now, Mastema. Thank you for the tip.

Of course. If you'll excuse me...

Mastema left...

Hopefully our enhanced Demonicas will let us find the trick to this palace.