Unused Story

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PROLOGUE

Lost Memories

System voice
Center Bio Data Load

System voice
Captain regains consciousness

System voice
Neuron signal stability

System voice
No mental disorder

Maria
Visual information is detected from brain waves.

Elaine
Check basic body reactions.

Maria
Captain, if you can hear me, blink.

Player
[Blinks.]

Maria
Consciousness has been confirmed, and then we'll check a few things.

Maria
Would you like to move one finger of your right hand?

Player
[Slowly snaps fingers.]

Maria
Your nerve responses are normal.
Next, would you like to move your arm slowly?

Player
[He raises his right arm slightly with difficulty.]

System voice
Body data, normal transplant confirmation

Maria
There's nothing wrong. I'll check again...

Elaine
Okay, Maria~ I'll finish up here, so you go.
There are other patients too.

Maria
Can I trust you, Elaine?
Don't forget to fill out the medical data, either!

Elaine
Nagging already.
Then the next test is...

Player
What are you doing now?

Elaine
Based on body data, we are urgently repairing damaged areas.

Elaine
The captain has a lot to do, so it's important to recover quickly.

Player
I'm the captain?

Elaine
It's difficult to ask with such an expression of ignorance.

Elaine
If you doubt what I'm saying, why don't you try to remember something?

Player
But I don't remember anything.

Elaine
Amnesia... This is unexpected?

Elaine
Well... you may not remember anything right now.

Player
...But who am I?

Elaine
That's what you're most curious about, right?

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Elaine
You are Nick. Captain of this ship.

Elaine
And I, Elaine, have a deep and profound relationship with you...

Renoa
Captain!

Elaine
Here comes the troublemaker~

Elaine
When did you come, Renoa?

Renoa
asked you to let me know as soon as you woke up.
Why didn't you keep your promise?

Elaine
I was just trying to contact you after doing this.

Renoa
After saying unnecessary things?

Elaine
I was just telling the truth~?

Elaine
I was checking to see if the body data transplant was done properly.
It seems like the recovery went well, but for some reason, it seems like you've lost your memories.

Renoa
You lost...your memory?

Elaine
Yeah, it seems like he's in a pretty serious state since he can't even remember his own name.

Renoa
......

Elaine
Don't be too sad, because depending on how much help you have from people around you, your recovery time may be shortened.

Elaine
The basic inspection is now complete, so you can hand it over.

Renoa
You just woke up... Shouldn't you rest a little more?

Elaine
It would have been better to rest more, but there are many people waiting for the captain.

Elaine
Fortunately, the recovered body seems to be functioning stably and is in good condition.

Elaine
Instead, take good care of the captain so that he doesn't overwork himself.
If a problem arises, contact him immediately.

Renoa
All right.

Renoa
...This way, Captain.

Player
[Move.]

Elaine
Captain~ See you again soon.
Just the two of us, hehe.

Nightmare, ship corridor

Renoa
What do you remember?

Player
There is nothing.

Renoa
...I was hoping Elaine's words were a joke.

Renoa
Have you forgotten that I'm the first officer?

Player
Yes, that's right.

Renoa
Phew...

Renoa
I'd like you to remember something, so
I'll report on the last mission first.

Renoa
14:22 on the 15th, 31 hours ago from now.

Renoa
Chaos entered through singularity HE0042, and the first infiltration operation against the 'Blue Jar' failed.

Renoa
The operation began with four agents, including the captain, with the goal of investigating the outskirts of Chaos...

Renoa
Silence for approximately 4 hours until 18:15. Mission time within Chaos is estimated at approximately 32 hours, and the first response is a signal for Agent Ray to be forced to return.

Renoa
At 18:32, all personnel were forced to return due to incapacitation.

Renoa
The returning captain was seriously injured and underwent a body transplant.

Renoa
The remaining three agents...
are still receiving treatment for the aftereffects of the collapse.

Renoa
Since we were unable to obtain any save data within Chaos due to the forced return, we can only guess at what happened within Chaos based solely on the captain's memories...

Renoa
Since the captain also lost his memory, no one knows what happened during the mission.

Renoa
...Captain, are you okay? You don't look so good...

Renoa
Captain...? Captain!

Renoa
Wait. I'll call Elaine right now.

Player
for a moment...

Player
Something... I think I remember...

In the past, during the Blue Jar mission

Rei
Chaos internal contamination level 230cv.
The contamination meter is working without any problem~

Owen
Is this chaos?

Mika
Huh? Is this your first time with Chaos, Mr. Owen?

Owen
Yes! Please teach me a lot!
I will work hard!

Rei
Mr. Owen, you're so pumped!
Chaos Exploration is a marathon~

Rei
Our goal is to keep up the pace and
complete the mission safely!

Owen
all right!

Mika
Okay, Captain. Give the order.

Player
The mission begins.

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Rei
Everyone is so motivated!
I need to work harder too!

Mika
Hey, Captain?

Rei
...?!

Rei
Captain?!

Rei
Captain, are you okay?!

Player
I have a bad headache, but... I'm okay.

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Rei
That monster...

Mika
It's a monster registered in the database.
But it hasn't been found in Chaos in recent years...

Owen
It's a low-level monster.
Let's do this among ourselves!

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Rei
That was a great hit, Mr. Owen!

Owen
Did... did I do it?

Mika
The hard training paid off.

Rei
Now that we've cleared up this place, shall we go somewhere else?

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Rei
Doesn't it feel... creepy?
I think I heard an eerie sound...

Owen
I feel like a ghost might appear...
Is this what chaos is like?

Mika
Quietly... I feel like there's something ahead.

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Owen
It's a monster I've never seen before during training...

Rei
Ugh... Didn't something terrible happen?

Mika
Something is strange. How can such an unidentified thing be in a small chaos...

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Rei
Oops! I think I got caught!

Player
All hands, prepare for battle!

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Owen
I never expected something like this to happen... It was unexpected.

Mika
Seeing the heterogeneous monsters appearing, it may not be a simple small chaos.

Mika
In such cases, we recommend returning after comprehensively considering the risk factors.

Rei
Yes, this mission is all about exploration.
I think it would be best to go back.

Player
Let's return to the area where the repeater is installed.

Player
I need to transfer the data recording the monster I just fought.

Owen
Yes, Captain!

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Mika
Battle ends.

Mika
The combat power of rare species was confirmed to be
not much different from the simulation.

Rei
Now that we've discovered a rare species...
All mission requirements are complete, right?

Mika
Isn't that right?
Because this mission was an exploration mission.

Rei
So now all that's left is to get back~

Owen
Um... Isn't it a bit of a shame to go back like this?
There's no training that helps as much as actual experience.

Mika
In Chaos, our agents retain neither experience nor memory.
Only the data they need remain.

Mika
What if you're a First who doesn't lose your memories even in a chaotic space like the Captain...

Owen
That data is also experience.

Mika
No, the captain collapsed.

Player
It's okay now.

Mika
If you say so... I will follow your orders, Captain.

Owen
If you've decided, then go quickly~

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PROLOGUE

The mission of the day

In the past, during the Blue Jar mission

Owen
So what on earth was that monster just now?

Rei
I'm curious too. For some reason... I have a bad feeling about it.

Mika
If we go back to the ship and analyze it, we might learn something.

Owen
Captain, are you okay?

Player
I feel a little dizzy...

Rei
Huh? The pollution meter is weird!

Mika
Why? How many does it come out to?

Rei
78000cv...!

Mika
At that level, it's already dangerous!

Mika
Hurry up! It's dangerous to stay in this situation for too long!

Owen
Yes! Just trust me!

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Owen
Ugh... Doesn't it feel like something is following you?

Rei
Is the safe zone still there?

Mika
I think we're almost there...

Mika
...Wait a minute, it's the enemy!

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Rei
Another monster I'm seeing for the first time...

Owen
Captain, are you okay?

Player
...Of course.

Player
All hands, prepare for battle.

Owen
Leave it to me!

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Owen
Phew... I finally managed to take it down.

Owen
Hey? The weather suddenly...

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Rei
But suddenly it's raining... Doesn't that seem ominous?

Owen
...I have a feeling something worse is going to happen.

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Rei
Wait a minute... look over there!

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Mika
It's dangerous!!

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Rei
It's weird, there are so many monsters!

Rei
What on earth... should I do...

Mika
Ugh... the smell... is horrible...!

Mika
We... We too... In the end... Like that...

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Rei
...! Mika!!

Rei
Mr. Owen too...?

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Owen
I have no strength in my hands... I can't move...

Rei
Mr. Owen, wake up!

Rei
Captain, what should we do?
Both Mika and Owen...

Player
Quickly to the nearest safe zone...

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Rei
80000cv... 90000cv...!
The pollution level is rising rapidly!

Rei
What the heck is this...

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Rei
What, something's coming!

Mika
...Monster... Monster! Monster...!?
Ah, ahh...!!

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Mika
Ah... Ah...! I, I found this place...!!

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Owen
...Ah, no...
I can't win...

Owen
Because of me... everyone will die...

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Owen
Is it... over...?

Rei
...No. Something is strange.

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Mika
It's weird, there are so many monsters!

Mika
What on earth... should I do...

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Rei
I have no strength in my hands... I can't move...

Mika
...! Rei!!

Mika
Mr. Owen too...?

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Owen
We're gonna die... we're gonna die... everyone...

Mika
Mr. Owen, wake up!

Mika
Captain, what should we do?
Mr. Owen and Ray are both...

Player
Quickly break through to the safe zone...

Mika
Captain! Be careful!

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Mika
We're going to die... We're all going to die...!

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Rei
no...!

Rei
If stress increases any further...!

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Mika
There's nothing we can do... we'll all die...

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Renoa
...tain...

Renoa
Captain!

Renoa
Are you okay? Is it really that bad?

Player
I think it's... okay.

Player
More than that... I remembered a little bit. The last mission.

Renoa
Really? That's fortunate... What happened inside?

Player
It's blurry, but... strange scenes came to mind.

Renoa
Captain, that memory is really important right now.

Renoa
Because the agents don't remember what happened in Chaos.

Player
So that's why I need to get my memories back quickly.

Renoa
Do you know how important it is for the captain to recover?

Renoa
I'll do my best to take care of other tasks, so please focus on recovering for the time being.

Player
Have you always been helping me like this?

Renoa
Of course...

(Player)
As Renoa finished speaking in a panic, an alarm sounded on her terminal, and Renoa's expression darkened as she checked the message.

Renoa
...Already?
I still have work to do...

Player
what's the matter?

Renoa
Before the captain woke up, the church contacted him to dispatch a disciplinary inspection team.

Renoa
I guess the captain decided that the First might have lost its abilities.

Renoa
Although the report stated that there was a possibility of temporary memory loss, it was not something that could be simply overlooked.

Player
If it's the Doctrine Inspection Group...

Renoa
A powerful group responsible for monitoring the internal organization of the church.

Renoa
When the Inspectorate reports on the current situation, the captain's position and safety cannot be guaranteed in the future.

Renoa
So I hurried before the inspection team arrived...

Renoa
First, I will request the inspection team to postpone the investigation for seven days.

Renoa
In order to regain his memories, the captain needs at least some time to stabilize. After that...

Louis
Ahem.

Renoa
Inspector Lewis?

Louis
I was feeling frustrated waiting in the waiting room so I came out, but then I ran into you like this.

Louis
Let me tell you in advance, I was just passing by and had no intention of eavesdropping on your conversation.

Amir
...You were hiding behind the wall and listening intently all this time...

Louis
Hahaha, Ensign Amir. You're good at joking.

Louis
Hello. This is Lieutenant Amir from the Special Investigation Unit, who was dispatched to assist me.

Amir
This is Amir.

Louis
I wanted to give you time to prepare in advance, but it wasn't enough to overcome the pressure from your superiors, Vice Captain Renoa.

Renoa
No.
Preparation is only necessary for those who have something to hide.

Renoa
We have nothing to hide.
We just hope the captain will give you time to recover.

Louis
It's my first time greeting you as you are appointed to the Nightmare.
Captain Nick.

Louis
To put it bluntly, what the higher-ups are currently wondering is:
Has the Captain lost his First ability?

Louis
If this is true, it is a great loss to the church.

Louis
So I came to check out your first ability, Captain.

Renoa
I understand your position, Mr. Lewis, but
you need some rest right now.

Renoa
It's not too late to discuss the First's abilities later.

Louis
That is true, but I also have my own circumstances, so I believe that the Vice Captain will understand this part.

Renoa
......

Louis
But since I have a close relationship with the captain, I will give you some time to handle this matter at your discretion.

Renoa
...I've never had that kind of relationship with you.

Louis
It was a light-hearted joke, haha.

Louis
Well, that's all for the reunion greetings.
I'll be waiting in the operations command center.

Renoa
Phew...

Renoa
He's a person who always seems nervous whenever I meet him.

Player
Are you two acquainted?

Renoa
Inspector Lewis is particularly picky when it comes to Nightmare matters.

Renoa
If something happens, it arrives at an absurdly fast time.
I always feel like I'm being watched from somewhere.

Renoa
Let's go too.

Renoa
Do you remember this road?
It's the elevator that goes up to the operations command center.

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Episode 1

Why did the Inspectorate come?

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Louis
You are late.

Louis
Well, then shall we finish the story we couldn't finish earlier?

Louis
Captain, is it true that you were unable to obtain the save data during this Blue Jar exploration mission?

Renoa
that...

Louis
Nightmare agents on the front lines of Operation Chaos have not seen anything from the singularity for four hours.

Louis
Ensign Amir, what does it mean when all agents become mentally unstable at the end of a mission?

Amir
I believe that at least one fatality has occurred within Chaos.

Amir
However, it is difficult to see losing one's memories up to the first stage as a normal situation.

Player
So what's the bottom line?

Amir
As soon as the captain recovers, we will prepare to re-examine the Blue Jar.

Louis
If it is confirmed that he really did lose his memories for a while as reported, but did not lose his abilities as the First.

Louis
It's a blessing for us too.

Renoa
...What if the first ability is not confirmed?

Louis
I can't answer that question because it's not up to me to decide.

Renoa
If the captain has truly lost his abilities...
he may not be able to join the Nightmare any longer.

Player
When does the investigation start?

Renoa
Captain, are you sure you want to do this?

Player
It's inevitable.

Renoa
Think about it again.
Your memories haven't even come back yet.

Player
If it's memory, it's coming back little by little.

Renoa
...really?

Player
Yes, you might remember it faster if you go to the scene.

Renoa
...Okay, but you have to be careful.

Renoa
The last infiltration team is still recovering and we are short on agents, so I will call in Trisha.

Tressa
Me... Am I really okay?

Tressa
If I follow you for no reason... and bring misfortune...

Player
It would be a great help if you come with me.

Tressa
...Yes! I will definitely be of help to you, Captain.

Player
Let's start preparing right now.

Louis
You're quick to make decisions.
Then, Lieutenant Amir and I will prepare as well.

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Episode 2

The Blue Jar

Operator
We have entered the chaos sky.

Renoa
It's going down.

Operator
The chaos vortex has entered your sight.

Operator
Would you like to enter through the Outskirts of Chaos?
Would you like to infiltrate the Singularity?

Renoa
Go straight to the singularity.

Operator
Moving into accessible range.

Operator
Penetrable distance, approach complete.

Renoa
Prepare to infiltrate.

Player
[Raise your arm and press the ready button.]

Operator
Infiltrates through singularity coordinates HE0042.

Operator
All agents confirmed ready.

Renoa
Infiltration commences.

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Renoa
Captain, are you okay?
You don't look well.

Player
No problem. Go to the next area.

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Amir
Well, it's definitely a small chaos...

Louis
Is there any problem?

Amir
Chaos contamination is too high.

Amir
These are numbers that can only be seen in a super-large chaos.

Amir
However, the phase is not particularly special compared to the pollution level.
There are no monsters visible either.

Louis
It's an interesting phenomenon.

Louis
Well, if you continue exploring, you'll find out the cause.

Louis
So where to start...

Renoa
The authority to navigate and command within Chaos lies solely with the First.

(Player)
All the agents' eyes are on me.

Player
Begin your exploration mission.

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Tressa
Ham... Jang. Go... Thank you.

Renoa
How did you know the enemy's movements in advance?

Player
It was a feeling.

Amir
...is it possible by feeling...?

Amir
Indeed... Captain Nick.
His commanding ability is as rumored...

Tressa
Captain, really... that's... amazing...!
I said that kind of feeling can't be developed through classes or training...

Tressa
Being with the captain...
seems like the only luck I've had in my life...

Tressa
Oh, no...
Forget what I just said...

Renoa
It's a good thing, so why do you want me to forget it?

Tressa
That... is it...

Player
It's like turning back time.

Renoa
It makes me feel relieved to see you joking.

Rooftop of an old building

Kayron
Time is distorted.

Kayron
How many seconds?

Bria
That's an uncommon ability.

Bria
As expected, it's not your typical first.

Kayron
The abilities of those born of chaos are unpredictable.

Bria
Like Kylon?

Kayron
The comparison is unpleasant.

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Renoa
The wreckage of the destroyed ship stretches across the hill.

Amir
It doesn't look that old.
Some of the parts are identifiable.

Renoa
A ship of this size has probably not crashed recently...

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Louis
Certainly... this guy is
a high-level entity not seen in small chaos.

Louis
It's getting more and more interesting.
Where's our next destination?

Player
Head to the safe zone.

Louis
Are you tired already?

Player
Because my condition hasn't fully recovered yet.

Louis
Then let's do that.
In Chaos, the First's orders are absolute.

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Episode 3

The wreckage of the crashed ship

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Louis
I am deeply impressed by your fighting prowess.

Louis
Now, if only my memory remains intact after my return, the church will be satisfied.
I am overwhelmed with the thought of reporting it.

Tressa
I've never seen anyone so happy in chaos...

Amir
It's definitely abnormal.

Amir
Captain, how far are we to the safe zone?

Amir
I think Mr. Louis needs to get some rest soon.

Player
I'll be there soon. Let's take a break.

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Renoa
Captain, are you okay?

Renoa
You look more tired than usual.

Player
It's okay so far.

Renoa
Don't push yourself too hard.
First's abilities have been sufficiently demonstrated so far.

Renoa
If you feel like you need to come back, please let me know.

Louis
What on earth was that ship that crashed earlier?
I can't help but be curious.

Louis
After a break, continue exploring the ship.

Louis
By the way, it seems the captain still hasn't regained his memory.

Louis
Do you have any questions? Feel free to ask.

Player
What is a singularity?|What is save data?|I'm tired, so I'll rest for now.

Louis
It's so funny that the day has come when I get to explain the singularity to the First.

Louis
The First's mission is to find and destroy the core of Chaos and
eliminate Chaos.

Louis
The location of the core of chaos is known to be related to the origin of chaos.

Louis
The starting point for entering that source is called a singularity.

Louis
They say that only the First One can know the way back from the singularity to the origin.
What do you think, do you understand?

Amir
All agents can record simple data at any time in Chaos Space.

Amir
This data is the only way to confirm what is happening in Chaos, aside from First's statements.

Amir
If the core of chaos is not removed, most of it will be lost during the transmission process, but even small pieces of information can be used as important data for analyzing chaos.

Louis
But because the information is so limited and fragmentary, we have to rely on the first statement.

Louis
I feel uncomfortable when I encounter things I don't remember, so I haven't tried to look at my save data yet.

Louis
Wouldn't it be a shame to rest like this?

Amir
...then you won't be able to wake up tomorrow.

Renoa
I'm going to go now.

Louis
If that's everyone's will, then there's nothing we can do.

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Louis
Hmm? What is this?

Louis
Those are some scary looking corpses. Or should I say corpses?

Louis
He doesn't seem like a sloppy guy to be found dead in a place like this.
What could it be?

Player
This is... a monster I fought before being forced to return.

Renoa
What? Then this guy is the captain and Ray...!

Louis
Aha~ So that's the monster that made the captain lose his memory!

Louis
He looked so fierce. If I had met him alive, it would have been a terrible trauma.

Renoa
Inspector Lewis.

Louis
Hehe, you shouldn't look at me. It was this monster's fault.

Louis
There must be a reason why he's dead here.
Shouldn't we look into it?

Amir
I agree. The wreckage of the ship we were tracking is also being found in large quantities in this area.

Amir
This amount is more than a battleship...
You could even consider it an ark.

Renoa
ark...?

Amir
The wreckage extends across the hill to the ship.
It looks like it could be seen with the naked eye...

Renoa
Ship... Ark City...

Renoa
...Wait a minute. Could that be over there...!

Renoa
Nightmare...?!

Amir
...! Judging from the shape of the ship, it is definitely the Nightmare!

Amir
But why did I crash in a place like this...

Louis
Judging by their condition, are they all dead?
That many people lost their lives at once.

Louis
Even I, an inspector, have never seen anything like this before.
Hehe...

Renoa
All dead...

Renoa
This is ridiculous. Owen, Mika! Ray!
We have to make sure everyone's okay!

Player
Wait, Renoa. That hasn't happened yet.

Renoa
what?

Player
The closer you get to the chaos core, the more incomprehensible events occur.

Player
This is just one possibility that could happen in the future.

Louis
Even in this situation, stay calm and assess the situation,
as expected of Captain!

Renoa
But then... what the heck is that pattern...

Louis
A pattern? Ah, you mean the huge pattern carved along the side of the ship.

Louis
A Nightmare Horde that has fallen into chaos with an unknown pattern carved into it.
Interesting, Kukuk.

Louis
So, shall we go into what happened on the future Nightmare?

Amir
No!
If you approach it rashly, you'll get stressed out... Ugh...!

Louis
Hmm?

Louis
If you include the Ark City, there must have been at least 50,000 people. Aren't you curious about their fate?

Louis
How cruel of you, Mr. Amir.
As if your own safety is more important.

Tressa
It's my fault...
I got involved for no reason... ugh...

Tressa
So... let's go back now...
... if we go on like this...

Louis
Miss Trisa is an agent of the Nightmare, but she only talks about going back, which is pathetic.

Renoa
...Shut up.

Louis
Captain Renoa is showing impulsive tendencies...

Renoa
What does that mean?

Louis
Hehe, did I say something wrong?

Player
Stop it, Louis. You have to deal with the situation first.

Louis
No, let me make this clear.

Louis
It's a situation where not only the captain's memory but also the agents' abilities are being questioned.

Louis
We must take this opportunity to make a definitive assessment of the Nightmare.

Player
Louis.

Renoa
It is a felony to disobey the First within Chaos.
You will be held accountable upon your return, Inspector Lewis.

Louis
Cook... Hehe...

Louis
Well, isn't that the story for when you get back?

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Louis
know it's unfortunate for everyone, but...
You can't get out of here.

Renoa
Wait, what are you doing...!?

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Deforsa
A new... host... is needed.

Louis
Now, please be quiet.
There will be no pain, Captain.

---

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Kayron
How does it feel to be a sacrifice?
A powerless and insignificant first.

Player
...sacrifice?

Kayron
The expression on his face as if he knows nothing is quite something to behold.

Kayron
It's not time yet.
See you later.

Kayron
Wake up.

---

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Episode 3

Conflict and a new mission

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Renoa
After the stranger rescued the captain, he left behind the words 'sacrifice'...
This save data will require further analysis.

Renoa
In the process, the agents attacked by Lewis...

Renoa
...If this is true, then all agents would have been subject to emergency return.

Renoa
I'm sorry, Captain.
I'm embarrassed.

Player
It's okay. Thanks to you, my life was saved.

Player
By the way, what about Louis?

Renoa
As ordered, I detained him in the ship's confinement facility, and also relayed it to Louis's department.

Renoa
He's been charged with disobeying orders and even attempted murder.
It's clear he's planning something.

Renoa
Inspector Lewis and the church emblem carved into the ship.
What kind of relationship does it have...

Operator
Captain, we have a communication request from a church warship.

Renoa
...you're here.

Player
Okay, I agree.

Operator
Communication link with the church warship.
Hologram permissions are closed, so only voice channels are open.

(Judas)
Captain of the Nightmare.

(Judas)
I heard you locked up Louis.
Is that true?

Player
He was incarcerated for disobeying orders from the First within Chaos and attempted murder of agents.

Player
Louis's purpose must be revealed.

(Judas)
I will send the Knights.
Release Luis immediately and bring him to the church.

(Judas)
In addition, all operational authority of the Nightmare ship captain and first officer, including all others, will be revoked immediately.

(Judas)
All decisions on the Nightmare are made directly by the Church until the captain is re-elected.

Renoa
...Huh? That means...

Player
Are you telling me to abandon the ship completely?

(Judas)
It is a command of the church.

(Judas)
If you don't respond, you will be executed immediately.

Renoa
What kind of nonsense is that...!

Renoa
I've only locked you up for a short while for a good reason.
This is too sudden an order!

Player
If there is a convincing reason, I will accept it.

(Judas)
The Nightmare is a church ship that is designed to destroy Chaos.

(Judas)
Disobeying the commands of the church is tantamount to going against the will of God.

(Judas)
Before you try to understand God's will, humbly accept it.

Renoa
...Ugh.
In the end, you're telling me to just accept it...

Renoa
What are we going to do... Captain?

Player
The whole church is hiding something.

Player
Even if we hand over Louis like this, there's no guarantee that everyone will be safe.

Player
Maybe it could be connected to the future I saw in Chaos...

Renoa
...!

(Player)
We must protect the Nightmare and prevent Louis from escaping.

Player
Sorry, this is an unacceptable command.

Player
We will maintain Lewis's confinement and make his purpose clear.

(Judas)
......

(Judas)
You're making a stupid choice.

(Judas)
From this time on, the Nightmare will be considered an enemy ship that has rebelled against the Church.

(Judas)

I will pass judgment on the Nightmare that kidnapped Louis.

(Judas)
.......

Operator
Communication has been terminated.

Renoa
Captain...

Player
Don't worry. I will definitely keep it.

Renoa
Yeah, I know.
So now...

Operator
Be advised! Multiple aircraft sorties confirmed from church ships!

Operator
The target of the attack is presumed to be the Nightmare!
Situation Code 7 has been activated, a response is required!

Player
We need to move to neutral territory as much as possible.

Player
Renoa, compile a list of warp-stance capable wormholes.

Renoa
Okay, I'll put it on display right away.

Renoa
How is it? Can you escape?

Player
Planets outside the Church's sphere of influence and reachable by emergency maneuver...

Player
...found it!

Player
Run Manual H825. Open the wormhole and travel to Elvera!

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Episode 4

Surprise Guest

Nightmare ship near Elvera, Operations Command Center

Operator
The ship's damage was kept within the shield safety range, and
it was defended perfectly.

Operator
There is damage to the Shelter 34B area due to emergency operations, but it is an area where no civilians live.

Operator
However, the possibility of space isolation increases due to the consumption of materials.
Although stockpiled materials are being utilized, it is predicted that it will be difficult to sustain.

Renoa
Everyone will be very anxious.

Renoa
Because I can't say for sure whether I can completely escape from the church.

Player
Let's do what we can, one by one.

Amir
Sorry, but... I'm going back to Terracion.

Player
Amir?

Amir
If I stay here too long,
Terracion's position will become complicated.

Amir
I can't wait to worry you, so I'll hurry up...
Ugh... I guess I should go back.

Amir
I also have to handle the work of the Special Investigation Department.

Player
Are you okay? I'll rest a little more...

Amir
I got enough rest.

Amir
I'm sorry I have to leave first without being able to help you in this situation.

Amir
then...

Renoa
...gone.

Renoa
Because Terracion is one of the largest forces that does not belong to the church.

Renoa
Considering the situation on the Nightmare, it would be prudent to accompany her to Elvera.

Renoa
We're almost at Elvera.
We'll be able to dock right away after we get through security procedures.

Renoa
It's a difficult situation, but I believe the captain will overcome it.

Renoa
Nono will help you with the supplies.

Renoa
You can do it, no no?

Nono
Okay~!

Nono
Captain! Nono will do his best to help you figure out what to do next!

Player
Thank you. Let's find the answer together in Elvera.

Nono
Wow~! Alright, Captain!

Operator
Captain, we have a communication request from Elvera.
I'll connect you right away.

Elvera Guide
Thank you for waiting.
All security conditions have been confirmed.

Elvera Guide
I hereby authorize the anchoring of the Nightmare.

Elvera Guide
We hope all passengers have a pleasant and safe time on Elvera.

Nono
Wow, that star over there is Elvera!
Nono, this is my first time here!

Player
Let's stay here for the time being.

Nono
Hehe, I'm already excited~!

Player
Renoa, what's special?

Renoa
There's a small chaos nearby.

Renoa
It looks like there are a lot of neutral countries and pirates gathered there, trying to collect relic data and the remains of Chaos.

Player
I guess it's because of the resources you can get from Chaos.

Renoa
They say they are already having a headache because of pirates who are after their resources.

Renoa
Knowing that there is no punitive force willing to step forward because it is such a dangerous place, they will be even more active.

Renoa
Find out if there are any missions related to Chaos...

{Player}
Before Renoa could finish speaking, a sharp alarm sounded.

Operator
Captain, this is an emergency rescue request.

Operator
The identity has not been confirmed at this time.

Player
Please check the coordinates of where the signal was caught.

Renoa
Are you trying to approve?
If their identities aren't confirmed, they might be pirates targeting the Nightmare.

Player
It could be someone who needs help.

Renoa
We cannot rule out the possibility that it is a trap by the church.

Renoa
Alternatively, you can request re-verification of your identity.

Player
If it were the church, they could have subdued us without digging a trap like this.

Player
Renoa, you might be someone who desperately needs our help.

Renoa
Okay. If you say so... I'll follow the captain's orders.

Player
Approve the rescue request.

Operator
All right.

---

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Nightmare ship, transport room

Beryl
The proud wolf squad of Iron Rain!

Beryl
I have come to punish you severely and bring about justice!

Beryl
Proud members!
All forward!

Beryl
Gentlemen?

Beryl
Luke? Lucas? Maribel? Daisy?

Beryl
...Why...! Why is there no one here!?

Maria
Although there appears to be no particular problem in appearance, it has been confirmed that the legibility has significantly decreased.

Maria
For the safety of the Nightmare and you, the medical team will be transporting you as soon as possible.

Beryl
Me... Nightmare?!?

Renoa
Beryl?

Beryl
Renoa!? So the Nightmare has become a pirate!

Renoa
What are you talking about...

Player
Do you two know each other?

Renoa
Ah, Captain. We worked together before when I was assigned to Iron Rain.

Renoa
It's a fairly famous platoon as a mercenary unit.
There are several reasons why it's famous.

Renoa
By the way, Beryl. What about the other agents? Are you working alone?

Beryl
Anyway...
It seems the agents were not rescued.

Renoa
What are you planning this time...

Beryl
That... that...

---

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Sub-story

Rebuilding the Ark City

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Nono
Captain, it's me~!

Nono
Chuu... Chuu!

Nono
I brought what you asked for quickly, Captain!

Player
Thank you. How's the city?

Nono
Thanks to the captain's good command, everyone is safe without any collapsed buildings or injuries~!

Nono
Uhhh... There are voices of concern from citizens, but...

Player
It must be because of food or resources.

Nono
Ah... I guess so...?

Nono
Nono wanted to reassure you on behalf of the captain, but...
I couldn't do that...

Player
No, thank you for your hard work.

Nono
Hehehe...! I'll help you with anything you need in the future too!

Nono
Since we've started receiving supplies from Elvera,
people's faces will soon be smiling~

Nono
But... if you want to utilize this properly,
No, it's difficult to do it alone...

Nono
Important parts of the city, like taxes and policies,
have always been managed by the captain...

Player
Let's go straight to the Ark City. Guide me.

Nono
Hehehe... As expected, the captain is the best~

Nono
Nono will guide you right away! Let's go, Captain~!

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Nono
I feel like a lot of things have already been resolved after going out with the captain!

Nono
I'd like to ask you to stay in the city a little longer...
I guess the captain is busy... ?

Nono
Even if you leave, I will do my best to do what I can!

Nono
Juuu~!

Nono
So, when you come to Ark City, please call Nono. Okay?!

Player
I'll call you first. Thank you.

Nono
Hehehe... I’m the one who should be thankful...

Nono
Then, please continue to take good care of me~ Captain~!

---

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Episode 5

We are the Wolf Squadron!

A few hours ago, Iron Rain Guild Office

Beryl
How are you, Janet!?

Janet
Beryl? What's going on?

Beryl
Hmm! I mean, I haven't received my reward for the last mission yet.

Beryl
Janet must have been very busy, forgot about this!

Janet
No way. Okay.

Janet_블랙//(sfx)
Bam...

Beryl
Notebook? Why are you showing me this?

Janet
Wolf Platoon owes me this debt.

Janet
The cost of the used destroyer ship I bought last time.
You didn't forget that I was going to deduct it from the mission cost, did you?

Janet
There are still a lot of unpaid fees left, so please try harder.

Beryl
Ugh... ugh...!

Beryl
Okay, wait! Then!
What happened to that thing I asked you to look at last time?

Beryl
I'm talking about the loot we got from pirates!

Janet
Ah. That.
That's the homing signal used in Chaos.

Janet
It wasn't a particularly valuable machine.
Take it back.

Beryl
That's too bad...

Beryl
Wait a minute... If it's a signal of chaos...!

Beryl
Thanks for letting me know, Janet!
You're the only one!

Janet
Uh, huh? What kind of accident are you trying to cause again...

Daisy
Green Dragon

Daisy
Uhhh... Uhhhh...

Lucas
Daisy, the captain won't come back any sooner even if you're so anxious.
Just wait comfortably.

Daisy
Well, still...
I was just wondering if something might happen on your way here...

Maribell
The captain has been getting a bit sensitive lately.
He was short on money and his supplies and food were running low.

Luke
How about you try to save some bullets, hyung?

Lucas
Little brother, aren't you using more bullets?

Luke
I'm not your brother.
Because I always shoot with perfect calculations.

Beryl
Gentlemen! Have you been waiting long?!

Daisy
Sir, sir.
Are you getting paid well by Janet?

Maribell
Judging from your expression, it looks like it was resolved well.

Beryl
Phew... phew phew...

Maribell
What does that sinister laugh mean?

Beryl
You've worked hard so far.
Thanks to the hard work of the members, we've been able to lead the Wolf Platoon well so far.

Daisy
Oh, you're not going anywhere, are you?

Lucas
Judging from the long introduction, I guess you've been given a great mission?

Beryl
Starting today, our Wolf Platoon is free from petty tasks!

Lucas
Did you get a mission?
Isn't it true that we won't be getting any good missions for a while?

Lucas
We accidentally burned the supplies that were our mission objective, so we suffered huge losses and were completely wiped out.

Maribell
Still, we finished the mission incredibly quickly.
We even hijacked the transport vehicle and returned twice as fast as expected.

Maribell
Daisy, how much did we lose back then?

Daisy
Yes, yes?!
It's probably better if you don't know...

Maribell
Just tell me a little bit.

Daisy
Whispering...
Compensation and...
Loan and...

Maribell
guess it's really better not to know.

Beryl
But those missions can't be considered failures!

Beryl
Just the fact that our platoon is intact and
not a single person is injured is a success!

Lucas
Captain, so what were you trying to say earlier?

Beryl
I hope you're not surprised.

Beryl
It's a chaos mission.

Luke|Lucas|Maribell|Daisy
......

Beryl
Wait a minute!
Listen to me!

Beryl
Gentlemen, you remember the loot we seized from the pirates a while ago?

Beryl
Janet said this is the homing beacon that pirates use in
Chaos!

Beryl
What would happen if I took this to Chaos, took care of the pirates a bit, and then sent a return signal?

Luke
...I thought we were returning after completing our mission, so
wouldn't the pirate ship summon us?

Beryl
That's right, Luke!

Lucas
When summoned, you infiltrate the pirate ship, destroy them, and collect the bounty, right?

Beryl
It's not just the bounty!
Our Wolf Squadron will capture that pirate ship!

Beryl
If we wipe out the pirates and take their ships, we can pay off all our debts!

Daisy
Ha, but... wouldn't it be too dangerous without a first?

Beryl
As long as you move within the safe zone, you'll be fine.

Beryl
If you're worried, the crew can stay on the Green Dragon!

Beryl
Because in my opinion, I don't want the agents to be put in a dangerous situation.

Beryl
But we are the shining-eyed, invincible wolf squad.

Beryl
Defeat the vicious and evil pirates!!
I want to prove that the Wolf Squadron is a place where the powerful gather!

Beryl
How about it, gentlemen?
Would you like to join us?

Maribell
How could I not join such a wonderful plan?

Beryl
Maribel...!

Lucas
Letting the captain go alone is ridiculous! I'll go with you!

Luke
Sigh... I don't know what kind of accident my brother might cause...
For now, I'll come with you too.

Daisy
Me, me too...!
I'll... do it together!

Beryl
Guys! Then let's all burn our fighting spirit together!

Lucas
Ooooh!

Maribell
Wow!

Luke
...I guess there's nothing I can do.

Daisy
Cheer up!

Beryl
Alright, Justice Wolf Squadron!
Let's go for the Chaos mission!

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Hours later, inside the chaos

Lucas
Come to think of it, was Daisy's first time in Chaos?

Daisy
Yeah... I always only saw it in books or something like that...

Lucas
But you suddenly decided to do it after listening to the captain?
You're very brave, aren't you?

Daisy
I always think other people are cool...
And I want to help too...

Lucas
That feeling is enough, hahaha.

Lucas
There's no need to be too scared.
Even if a major accident occurs within the ship's signal zone, the emergency return will be activated.

Daisy
Yes, more than that... I'm scared of the monsters within Chaos...

Beryl
Don't worry, Daisy!
I'll protect you without batting an eye in front of those guys!

Lucas
Captain! Behind, behind, behind!

Beryl
Behind!? Behind!?!?!

Lucas
They said he wouldn't even blink an eye, but he wasn't.

Beryl
...That's it! To show a surprise situation for Daisy!
I just acted realistically.

Luke
It really appeared there.

Beryl
Okay, let's begin!

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Beryl
Hmm, just a bunch of leftovers.
It looks like the main group has moved out of the safe zone...

Luke
What confidence is that?
You guys are so fearless.

Daisy
Captain, down the hill over there...

Maribell
...there's a bunch of pirates gathered there.
If they're over there, they're probably way outside our ship's signal range.

Beryl
Seeing all of them gathered around that area,
it's definitely where the pirate ship's signal is being picked up.

Beryl
Let's just take care of those guys.

Lucas
Okay, accepted.

---

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Lucas
How's it going, Captain?
Are you getting the signal?

(sfx)
Beep... Beep beep...

(sfx)
Beep! Beep!

Beryl
Ooooh!
I got it, I got it!

Lucas
Now all that's left to do is cook the entire pirate ship?

Beryl
Okay, everyone, get ready!
It's time to start the real sweep!

Beryl
Three! Two!!!

Beryl
one!

Lucas
...hmm?

Maribell
colon?

Daisy
Sir, I can't see the captain...!

Lucas
Surely you didn't press individual return instead of group return?!

Maribell|Lucas|Daisy|Luke
......

Maribell|Lucas|Daisy|Luke
colon!!!!

---

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Episode 1

Wolf Squadron Rescue Operation

Beryl
Again, Nightmare Transmission Room

Beryl
......

Player
Are the other members still in Chaos?

Beryl
Ugh... That must be it.
Because the signal was only in the main building...

Beryl
......

Beryl
Everyone... Everyone will be waiting, trembling in fear.
This is all because of my shortcomings...

Beryl
We need your help right now.
I will definitely do my best to serve you, so please help us find our platoon members.

(Player)
Beryl's small shoulders began to tremble as she clenched her fists and lowered her head to keep from showing her tears.

Player
Check the coordinate location and set the route.

Beryl
Ham... Jang...!

Beryl
I will definitely...! I will pay you back several times over!
I will definitely!

---

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Inside the chaos

Mika
Uh... Don't cry, Beryl...

Beryl
Oh, I'm not crying...!

Renoa
Come to your senses and find your comrades, Beryl.
Like a captain.

Beryl
Oh, I see.

---

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Renoa
They are people in the neutral zone.
You have to be constantly on guard because you never know when they will attack you.

Mika
There are a lot more people than monsters here?

Renoa
There aren't many monsters, and it's full of resources.

Beryl
Luke! Lucas!

Beryl
Maribel! Daisy!

Mika
Is it okay to yell like that?
It goes against the code of conduct within Chaos... What if monsters come rushing in...

Player
For now, let Beryl do whatever she wants.

---

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Mika
I feel like I'm pretty far out of my comfort zone.

Mika
Is it okay to explore further?
The pollution level is increasing...

Beryl
...There are no pirates or people in sight.
You can't come this deep, and even if you did...

Beryl
It's my greed to expect to be alive...

Player
It's still too early to give up.

Beryl
...Captain.

Mika
Here! There are traces of people!

---

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A little far away

Lucas
Luke! Come to your senses!

Luke
It's because of Dana. If only I hadn't lost Maribel and Daisy. No, I should have stopped this crazy plan from the beginning. It's all because of me.

Lucas
Luke!

At Lucas's shout, the monster in front roared even more fiercely.

Lucas
Tch...! I have to get out of here.

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Lucas
Ugh!!

Lucas
Haa... haa... damn it, they keep coming...!

Lucas
Luke, wake up! Grab your gun and fight!

Luke
Blood... blood... ah... ahh... aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa...

Lucas
LUKE!!!

Lucas
Ugh, this is serious... I'm not in my right mind...

Lucas
If I can't get back from here, the captain will start crying.
How am I going to get out of here... Haha...

Beryl
Lucas!!!!

Lucas
Captain...? That can't be right. He's clearly been captured by a pirate ship.

Lucas
Ha, am I going to collapse too? This is so ugly.

Beryl
Lucas!!!! The main office has arrived with reinforcements!!!!

---

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Beryl
Lucas! Are you okay?!

Lucas
Phew, that was a close call, Captain. Luke... you see.

Luke
It's over. The whole operation failed. It's my fault. I should have protected everyone...

Beryl
Maribel and Daisy...?!

Lucas
I'm sorry, Captain... We got attacked and scattered in the middle.

Beryl
No, Lucas. It's not your fault...

Beryl
I'll find Maribel and Daisy, so Lucas, take Luke and return first.

Lucas
What are you talking about, Captain! I'm fine!
And if you send me alone, Captain...

Lucas
Whoaaaaah!!

Lucas
Hey, what the hell was that earthquake just now?!
Did you all feel it?!

Beryl
This is... usually not an ominous sign.

Beryl
...Therefore, we cannot leave wounded soldiers on the battlefield.

Beryl
Listen carefully, Lucas! The main building is not alone!

Beryl
First, and the elite of the Nightmare are together!

Beryl
Trust them and leave Maribel and Daisy to them!
Sometimes, trust is a stronger weapon than guns!

Mika
Yes, Mr. Lucas. We'll help Ms. Beryl and get the rest of them!

Player
It would be best for them to return.

Lucas
Tsk... I understand, Captain! I'll believe you.

Beryl
Lou, Lucas...

Mika
Haha, Beryl is trusted by her colleagues? That's cool~

Beryl
That, that's a natural thing for a captain! Ahem, t-it's time to find Maribel and Daisy, Captain!

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Deep in Chaos

Beryl
OMG, OMG...! I almost fell over!!

Beryl
The earthquake is getting stronger. The sky is getting darker.

Beryl
I yelled at Lucas, but now my legs were shaking and I could barely take a step.

Beryl
But Maribel and Daisy... why can't I see them...

Mika
This is a big deal. Beryl's stress level is...

Beryl
Maribel!!

Beryl
daisy!!

Player
Beryl, you'd better calm down.

Beryl
Captain... I don't know what to do.

Mika
First, I need to take that guy down and then think about it!

Player
All hands, prepare for battle.

---

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Anika
Don't bully my friend!!

---

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Anika
Are you okay? Are you hurt?

Beryl
...Anika?! How could you...

Player
Annika?

Beryl
He, he's... a member of Iron Rain's Buffalo Bomb Squad...

Anika
I'll introduce myself later. For now, escape is the priority.

Anika
Even if it looks like a guy that big got hit once, you never know when he'll recover.

Player
I can find the way. Follow me.

Anika
Okay, let's run away.

Beryl
Uhhh... yeah...

---

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Beryl
Sniff... Hehehe...

Anika
Your nose is really red.
Since when have you been crying?

Beryl
Anikaaaa ...

Beryl
...lost Maribel and Daisy.

Beryl
No matter how much I search, I can't find it...
I'm left here without a first, so now... now...

Anika
No, just listen to what I have to say...

Beryl
Ohhhhhhh!

Anika
Stop.

Beryl
Ugh...!

Anika
I guess Lucas and Luke met since they're talking alone?

Beryl
Yes... Did you happen to meet Maribel and Daisy?!

Anika
Yeah, I just found it by chance while on another mission.

Anika
So I tried to get it back to the Green Dragon,
but it kept telling me to go to some pirate ship.

Beryl
T-then...! Are you saying you're okay?!

Anika
Yeah. He kept insisting that he wouldn't go until he found the captain, so I sent him to a safe area a little way from here. I sent the signal...

Beryl
......

Beryl
Wooooow!!!!

Mika
I think I'm going to cry more...?

Anika
I told you a good story, but it was useless.

Beryl
This is crying with joy...! Huh!
I'm so glad! I'm so glad!

Anika
Let's have a tearful reunion later.

Beryl
That, that's right...! Let me introduce you! This is the captain of the Nightmare!
You came all the way here for me!

Anika
Ah~ I've heard a lot about it.
I'm Annika, the leader of the Buffalo Demolition Squad under Iron Rain.

Anika
Thanks for helping Beryl.

Player
I just did what I had to do.

Anika
Still, I'm grateful.

Anika
There are many people who would be sad if Beryl were not in Iron Rain.

Anika
See you later.
I have a favor to ask of you.

Player
okay.

Anika
Oh, you're coming right over here.

Maribell|Daisy
Captain~!!!!

Beryl
Maribel! Daisy!

Maribell
I knew you'd come back! Did you take out the pirates all by yourself?!

Beryl
That, that...

Daisy
Yes, as expected, you are the captain!

Beryl
Hahaha... Gentlemen. There are many eyes watching, so
I'll go back to the ship and tell you the story I didn't tell you!

Beryl
...Captain!

Beryl
I will never forget the promise to pay you back several times over.

Anika
Hmm? Did you get in a fight?

Beryl
It was a promise with good intentions!
It means repaying a favor!

Player
I'll remember.

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Episode 2

Interrogation

Late at night, the Nightmare Operations Command Center

Renoa
The Ark City is slowly coming back to life.
Nono also fell into a deep sleep for the first time in a while.

Renoa
Now that things have stabilized, I guess I should take care of the pending issues.

Renoa
As instructed, Louis attempted to kill the captain.
I did not pass on any data or records.

Player
thank you.

Renoa
let's go.

Nightmare Detention Facility

Louis
You finally found this place.

Louis
I've been waiting for you two to arrive.

Renoa
I'm just giving you time to review the data and reports, Inspector Lewis.

Louis
Yes, there was plenty of time.
Did you witness the scene where the Nightmare was sacrificed in the Blue Urn...?

Louis
I salute your imagination, Captain.
You have the most humorous sense of humor I've ever seen.

Renoa
I think you'd do well to be a little more cooperative, Inspector Lewis.

Louis
You won't be able to keep me locked up as long as you think.
Most actions taken to investigate a subject are conducted with impunity.

Louis
That is the law of the church.

Player
The Nightmare is no longer a church ship.

Louis
This... is ruining the fun.

Renoa
You disobeyed First Order during a mission.
That action put all deployed agents at risk.

Louis
I'm just an inspector.
I just do what I'm given. I'm just being honest.

Player
What was the mission?

Louis
What was the mission?
Were there any other missions besides that of inspector?

Louis
Unfortunately, I don't remember.
What was it? I think there was an important mission.

Player
Do you know about this pattern?

Louis
You mean the pattern attached to the report?

Louis
The place you found it... is the crashed Nightmare...?
Aha! The one the Captain claims to have seen in Chaos!

Louis
I have no way of knowing why the Nightmare ship has such a large door drawn on it.

Louis
This is a symbol used in churches.
And as you claim, this is...

Louis
It means [sacrifice].

Renoa
...!

Player
What does the offering mean? Why is that symbol on the Nightmare?

Louis
Cook, well, I'm just an inspector general who was easily subdued in the chaos.

Louis
But I can tell you one thing.

Louis
The Church never makes sacrifices in vain.

Louis
There must be something corresponding to the fact that the Nightmare was thrown into chaos.

Player
Do you have any information on the unidentified man who appeared before the agents?

Louis
This part is particularly bad at losing data.
The faces are barely recognizable.

Louis
However, if you act independently within the chaos and exert powerful force...

Louis
[#232] ... There is a high probability that it is [Awakened].

Player
Awakened...?

Louis
Haha, that's the reaction I was expecting.
That's right, Awakened One!

Louis
A being who uses all kinds of derogatory names in the church and despises and oppresses.

Louis
Why would such an Awakened One help you?
Why did he disappear without any compensation?

Louis
Do you really think I helped you?
What on earth did I want and approach you with?

Louis
Questions that go on and on without clear answers, isn't that interesting?

Player
Tell me everything you know.

Louis
That's a stupid question.

Louis
What you want to know is not me, but the purpose of the church.

Louis
Well then, you should ask the church.

Louis
Ark Haven.

Louis
A place where pilgrimage routes continue and where the Holy Emperor has blessed.
If you go there, you will be able to get closer to the truth.

Renoa
I was worried that I wouldn't make any money, but luckily I did.

Renoa
Since the church has already attacked the Nightmare, it will be difficult to easily access Haven...

Player
I'll have to find a way.

Renoa
Yeah, let's go.

Louis
Any other questions? I can talk more...!

Louis
Captain! Vice Captain Renoa!!

Louis
Are you gone... those cruel people...

Louis
......

Louis
You will come to me again, Captain.

Louis
Because from now on... it's just the beginning.

---

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Episode 3

Let's go to Haven!

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Renoa
Somehow I managed to get near Haven...

Renoa
The Nightmare is so conspicuous that it would be impossible to enter the country disguised.

Renoa
It would be nice if we could get permission to enter from another ship.

Owen
How about asking Beryl for help?

Owen
I told you last time.
I said I would definitely pay back the debt this time.

Owen
The Wolf Squadron takes on missions and solves various problems, so maybe they can help you this time?

Rei
Because it definitely had that “bang~” feeling.

Owen
That's right, bam!

Elaine
Wolf Squadron...
It's so unpredictable that it might actually be possible?

Rei
But what if it's not in this galaxy?

Renoa
Word got back that he was near Elvera, having to pay off a ship debt.

Player
Find a way to connect with the Wolf Squadron.

Operator
I will send you a communication request.

Operator
Communication link established with Wolf Squadron Green Dragon.
Would you like to connect via the ship's speaker?

Player
Connect me.

Beryl
Captain! How have you been!!!

Renoa
...keep the volume down.

Beryl
This, this~
It looks like we need the help of our wolf platoon!

Renoa
Exactly.
I just needed your help.

Maribell
Actually, I didn't hit it, I just followed it.
I thought there might be something that could help, even if it was just a little.

Beryl
You followed me!
Mariebel, we provided a service that came to you!

Maribell
Aha~ As expected from the captain.

Beryl
So, would you mind telling me why you're hanging around Haven?

Renoa
There's some information I need to get into Haven.
But there's no good way to get it, so I'm stuck here.

Beryl
Hohoho... This is a mission that our Wolf Platoon can solve.
Welcome, Vice Captain Renoa!

Renoa
Is there a way?

Beryl
You may not know this, but the Iron Rain are the best mercenary group welcomed by any guild in the universe.

Beryl
Our platoon can apply for official entry under the pretext of taking on a mission from the Haven Guild.

Beryl
At this time of year when the largest number of pilgrims and visitors gather in Haven,
we have received word that there are difficulties with security-related matters.

Elaine
Of course, there are limits to what the regular army can do now.
We will have no choice but to seek help from outside.

Elaine
This plan sounds pretty good, doesn't it?

Beryl
Ahem!

Beryl
However, not everyone can enter.
We will limit the number of agents who will go with us to two.

Beryl
We all know that our platoon is small.

Renoa
How much is the mission reward you have in mind?

Beryl
Vice Captain Renoa.

Renoa
huh?

Beryl
Are you going to work for money from the benefactor who saved you and your colleagues?!

Renoa
that......

Beryl

That question is insulting to the Wolf Platoon, which has survived until now through loyalty and camaraderie!

Beryl
Let's pay all costs by helping the Captain and the Nightmare, the benefactors of the Wolf Squadron, with all our might!

Lucas
Clap clap clap!

Lucas
More power!

Luke
...Stop it.
I can hear everything because it's a speaker.

Elaine
Are you okay? Didn't you say you owed the Wolf Squadron quite a bit?

Rei
I just witnessed why debt keeps growing...

Daisy
Captain, captain...
Whisper, whisper, whisper...

Beryl
Huh?! Uhm... Hmm! But!

Beryl
If it really is a burden on your mind!
I will not refuse up to a small amount of compensation.

Renoa
Uh... yeah...

Player
Then Renoa and I go undercover.

Renoa
The captain himself?

Renoa
It's dangerous to infiltrate enemy territory directly, let alone Chaos.
How about me and another agent going into Haven?

Player
There's something I'd like to check for myself.

Renoa
...okay.

Renoa
Then the captain and I will move together.

Beryl
Got it!
Then let's meet up soon!

Lucas
Captain, your charisma was no joke!

Daisy
Oh, that's right!

Lucas
By the way, shouldn't we prepare something like a welcome party?

Beryl
First, let's start cleaning!

Maribell
If we complete this mission successfully, we'll be able to see the Ark City on the Nightmare, right?

Lucas
How many wonderful ladies will there be if you go~

Luke
It looks like the connection is still there.

Player
...end communication.

A few hours later, the Green Dragon

Beryl
Wolf Squadron welcomes you two!

Luke|Lucas|Maribell|Daisy
Wow!

Beryl
This is Captain Nick, and this is Vice Captain Renoa.

Lucas
Last time, our captain owed us a lot.
I'm glad we can repay the favor by meeting like this.

Lucas
I'm Lucas, and this is my twin brother, Luke.

Luke
Please take care of me.

Lucas
Hahaha, my little brother is a bit reserved, unlike me.
You'll get used to it as you spend more time with him.

Beryl
And here are Daisy and Maribel!

Daisy
Welcome... no, hello.
This is Daisy.

Maribell
This is Maribel.
Captain, Vice Captain. Please take good care of me.

Beryl
Okay, let's start the operational briefing quickly.

Beryl
The Green Dragon is currently en route to Haven, and will soon establish communication with Haven's management office.

Beryl
If we get approval to enter through negotiation, we will enter Haven, but I heard that security there is strict and tight.

Beryl
Renoa decides to use Maribel's ID to enter, and the captain uses Luke's ID to enter.

Lucas
Once you enter Haven, you must follow our escort closely.

Daisy
Captain, we have a communication connection from Haven.

Renoa
...Just like this?

Beryl
Hoot, did you see?!
This is the fame of the Wolf Platoon!

Beryl
Okay~ Shall we give the guests a good show~?!

Olive
Are you a ship of the Iron Rain?

Beryl
Yes.
Please grant landing permission.

Olive
I am Olive, the adjutant of the Haven Ark.

Olive
Tell me your squad name.

Beryl
Blue-Eyed Wolf Squadron.

Renoa
Blue eyes?

Lucas
Mix and match the modifiers that the captain wants to use.
Just use words that sound cool and appropriate.

Olive
Hmm.

Olive
That infamous Wolf Squadron?

Beryl
Wow! Notorious? That's too much praise.

Beryl
With the biggest event happening in Haven,
we know managing the crowds can be a challenge.

Beryl
Our Wolf Squadron wholeheartedly hopes to be with you to ensure security and order until the end of the event!

Olive
Go back.
Those troublemakers aren't needed in Haven.

Beryl
What?! We are the strongest mercenary platoon with a mission success rate approaching 90%!

Beryl
What a bunch of troublemakers we are!
I hope you can connect us to another supervisor!

Olive
There is no mission in Haven that can be entrusted to a platoon that causes irreparable damage every time it gets into an accident.

Beryl
Ugh...!?

{Player}
At that moment, a low voice rang out from beyond the screen.

Judas
olive.

Olive
...?! What happened...

Judas
It is currently the [Pilgrim's Walk] period, held once every five years in Haven.

Judas
If you promise to carry out your duties quietly and faithfully,
you will be permitted to enter the country.

Olive
but...

Beryl
hmm...?

Judas
step.

Judas
Anyone who causes a disturbance or exhibits disruptive behavior in Haven will be immediately expelled.

Beryl
Oh... Of course!

Olive
You know you're lucky!

Beryl
thanks!

Daisy
The landing clearance code has appeared...!

Lucas
As expected of the leader.
I knew you could do it~

Beryl
Okay! Then let's go to Haven!

---

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Episode 4

Not an Easy Journey

Haven Immigration Control Office

Daisy
There are... uh, a lot of people.

(sfx)
puck...!

Daisy
Ouch...! You fell...!

Player
are you okay?

Daisy
Yes, yes...!
Oh, thank you...

A pilgrim passing by
Sorry, I didn't know it existed.

Daisy
It's okay...

Player
be careful.

Daisy
Yes! I will keep that in mind!

Renoa
I don't think it's necessary to go all the way to camouflage.

Beryl
Heh, you still don't know.
The main office's operation will come to light later.

Renoa
Hmm...

Lucas
I just wanted to wear something different, and I think you can think of it as wearing it for the sake of unity.

Beryl
Unity in operations is one of the key success factors.

Lucas
That's our captain's creed~

Renoa
The wolf squad didn't look like they were wearing matching clothes.

Lucas
Respecting each person's individuality is also the leader's creed~

Immigration staff
next.

Beryl
Nice to meet you. If I may speak to the main office...

Immigration staff
ID.

Lucas
It's like a knife.

Beryl
Here, five people will move together.

Immigration staff
Beryl, Lucas, Luke, Maribel, Daisy...
Iron Rain Wolf Squadron?

Beryl
Yeah, Wolf Squadron.

Immigration staff
There is no such platoon on the entry list.

Beryl
What?! No way!
We definitely had permission to come here!

Immigration staff
next!

Lucas
Captain, that guy who gave us permission earlier... that guy from Haven.

Beryl
The voice...

Beryl
ah!

Beryl
'Immediate expulsion measures will be taken'

Immigration staff
......

Lucas
What, why aren't you saying anything?

Beryl
This wasn't the voice...me?

Renoa
Unfortunately... it was similar.

Immigration staff
To wait.

Renoa
We were talking about something...
What are you talking about?

Lucas
Should I go closer and eavesdrop?

Beryl
It's coming, it's coming!

Lucas
Manage your facial expressions, leisurely! leisurely!

Beryl
Okay, did you have a good conversation?

{Player}
The manager stamped the ID with Haven's emblem.

Immigration staff
Entry is approved.

Renoa
Is this... okay?

A few minutes later

Lucas
Phew~ I finally made it into the country.

Lucas
Captain, what were you trying to find out in Haven?

Player
To find out what the purpose of the church is.

Player
And if possible... the truth beyond that.

Lucas
Phew, I feel like the responsibility is getting heavier?
Well, let's cheer up!

Lucas
First of all, according to the information we have,
Seonghwang is scheduled to give a speech in front of the people in a few days.

Renoa
Then, superficial information related to the church may be overflowing on the streets.

Renoa
There must have been a huge crowd of people because of the speech.

Lucas
Right. If you wander around every nook and cranny, wouldn't you be able to catch the information that comes out?

Player
I think it would be better to spread out and gather information.

Beryl
Good idea, Captain! Information warfare is our Wolf Platoon's specialty!

Lucas
Yes, Captain! Then, Wolf Platoon will go to the back alley.

Renoa
Captain, what should we do?

Player
Well then, shall we go to the square?

A few hours later, Haven Alley

Renoa
Well, the place we agreed to meet again is...

Renoa
Huh? Isn't that the wolf squad over there?

Player
think so. But something... seems difficult?

Crusader guard A|Crusader guard B
you!

Crusader guard A
Judging by their behavior, they are outsiders.

Crusader guard B
This is a place that is quite far from the pilgrimage route.
Tell me why you are here.

Renoa
Wait, let me tell you a story...

Beryl
Maribel, leave it to me.

Beryl
Lucas, let's go.

Lucas
As expected, Captain.
Are you planning on doing that operation?

Renoa
Operation...?

{Player}
Beryl and Lucas walked solemnly in front of the guards.

Beryl
crime...

Crusader guard B
crime?

Beryl
I'm sorry!! My brother is here so I came here, sob sob sob...

Lucas
I'm sorry, little brother!
This is your first time here, so I couldn't be of much help!

Crusader guard B
......

Beryl
For the sake of our poor brother and sister...
Can you please show us the way?

Renoa
Does that really work?

Daisy
That operation has a pretty high success rate.
Just wait a minute...

Crusader guard A
Put both hands up.
You guys are under arrest immediately.

Daisy
Ugh...! It's a failure!

Renoa
....I had a feeling it wouldn't happen.

Tiring.

Beryl
Wait, wait!

Beryl
Look at this!

Renoa
...What are you talking about all of a sudden, Beryl?
The operation failed...

Beryl
Lucas, please give a situation briefing.

Lucas
Well, that's it. Nothing much.
The Holy Cross just gave Wolf Platoon a mission.

Beryl
Hmm, does this prove our status and reputation?

Crusader guard A
What the...! Seriously, that's true.

Crusader guard B
Then why on earth did you do that just now...?

Lucas
Hahaha, we practice dealing with crisis situations like it's real!

Crusader guard A
Now stop making a fuss and go do your mission.

Crusader guard B
Tch. Let's go.

Lucas
Phew... That's it for now. What's the mission...?

Beryl
Since you said you came on a mission, there's no place to run!
We'll be back quickly...

Renoa
I think it would be natural for us to go together.
Right now, I am Maribel and the captain is Luke.

Beryl
Alright! Then let's go together!

---

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Episode 5

Kidnapped Knight Commander

Green Dragon

Beryl
Hoho. This time too, our Wolf Squadron easily completed the mission!

Lucas
Applause~!

Luke|Maribell|Daisy
Wow~

Renoa
I feel like I've become too used to this...

Beryl
Now it's time to go back to Haven!

Lucas
At that moment, another mission came from the Holy Cross Society, Captain?

Beryl
Hahaha! Did you see that? The wolf platoon's skills captured them in an instant!

Player
Well, it keeps me from setting foot in Haven.

Renoa
The captain is thinking the same thing, right?
I think the church is suspicious of us.

Renoa
I need to get some information before the speech, even if it's just like this...

Beryl
It's not too late to worry about it later!
First, let's handle this mission quickly, gentlemen!

Lucas
That's right! Let's start by clearing out what's in front of us!

Renoa
...

Player
Let's get started.

---

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Inside the chaos

Beryl
Okay, let's begin the mission! Maribel, briefing please!

Renoa
Beryl, please stop calling me that...

Daisy
Hey, hey...

Beryl
Didn't you say that the Wolf Platoon moved systematically under the captain's command?

Daisy
Uh, uh...

Lucas
That's right, Maribel! The Captain's orders are absolute~!

Daisy
hey!!!!

Beryl|Lucas|Renoa
?!!!

Daisy
Ugh, ugh... I'm sorry...

Player
What's wrong, Daisy?

Daisy
Hmm, Captain. I feel like I'm being watched...

Player
I also felt it vaguely.

Player
Thank you, Daisy.

Daisy
Oh, thank you! I'm a scout, so...
I just did what I had to do!

Renoa
Captain, what should we do?

Player
Let's carry out the mission until it reveals itself.

Beryl
What are you talking about without us?

Lucas
What is it? What's going on?

Daisy
Well, that means...

Player
Daisy, shhh...!

Daisy
Huh? Oh, yes...!

Beryl
It's the captain's order, Daisy! Tell me quickly!
I can't stand being so curious!

Lucas
Daisy, the worst thing you can do is stop talking!

Player
The information the scouts discover will be kept secret for later.

Renoa
Daisy, trust the captain.

Daisy
Uh... order, order...

Player
It's not an order, it's a request.

Daisy
Hmm, Captain...!

Beryl
Hahaha, if it's a request from the captain, I'll gladly accept it!

Lucas
Why did the captain do that...

Player
Now let's get moving.

---

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Deep in Chaos

Beryl
Captain! Are you lost?

Renoa
The First never gets lost, Beryl.

Beryl
But... Ugh!

Lucas
Haha, Captain! Did you forget that our mission requires us to go a little further?

Daisy
Right, right!

Renoa
Captain. I think this is the limit.

Player
Yes, Renoa.

Player
There's a chance here.

Luche
It's pretty good. I tried to hide it, but it's not that bad.

Luche
Especially the timid looking little kid there.

Daisy
Hib.

Luche
I will praise you.

Daisy
Okay, thank you...?

Renoa
Wait, you?!

Luche
Since you already know, I won't hide it from you any longer.

Lucas
... ah?!

Beryl
Renoa, Lucas. Why are you guys doing that?

Player
Rushe, the leader of the Silver Knights of the Holy Cross.

Player
What's your business?

Beryl|Daisy
?!!!

Luche
Eliminate factors that may ruin the pilgrimage route event.

Luche
Well, it didn't seem as dangerous as I'd heard.

Luche
I need to get out of Haven.

Beryl
I can't just listen to you so obediently! Gentlemen, prepare for battle!

Lucas
No, Captain! That guy, that guy!

Beryl
What does that guy mean Lucas?

Lucas
Wu, the invincible knight commander!!!

Beryl
Ah!!! That, that's the plan... Lucas, that's the plan...!

Luche
There's no use racking your brain.

Luche
Because you can't beat me.

Player
Beryl! Back off!

bang!!!

Beryl
What, what is this...!

Luche
told you, you can't beat me.
The next attack won't stop at threats.

Player
Oh, I was wrong in thinking there was a chance of winning!

Rushe walks in with his sword drawn.

Lucas
Captain, are you okay?!

Beryl
Oh, I just brushed past you!

Renoa
Captain, orders!!!

Player
If things continue like this, everyone will suffer...!

Player
[Emergency return.]

---

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Nightmare ship, transport room

Operator
Emergency return protocols have been completed.

Operator
All personnel have been confirmed to have returned without any casualties.

Operator
Vital index check......complete.

Operator
1 person with minor injuries confirmed.

Operator
Beryl, I recommend that you seek medical attention.

Operator
Stress index check...... complete.

Operator
6 people with mild stress increase confirmed.

Operator
uh...?

Beryl
Oh, what's going on, Captain!

Lucas
Was this a dangerous situation?! This mission wasn't that difficult?

Renoa
It doesn't appear to be a power outage, so there may be another reason...

Daisy
Gyaaaah!

Beryl
What's going on...?!!!

Luche
...?

Luche
Oh, no! I didn't do anything!

Beryl|Lucas|Renoa

Lucas
Hey, who are you?

Player
Ha... This is going to be a headache.

Luche
I've been kidnapped?

---

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Episode 6

Facing the Truth

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Luche
I saw the scene where the Nightmare crashed, and met an unidentified man who turned out to be an Awakened One.

Luche
So this all happened in a blue jar?

Luche
Okay, I get what you're talking about.
But what does this have to do with me being kidnapped?

Renoa
How many times do I have to tell you that I wasn't kidnapped?

Luche
You're relying purely on your captain's memory.
What if the captain lied?

Player
We can't beat you.

Player
It was the same in Chaos.

Luche
Hmm... I guess so.

Renoa
So, I don't have the power to kidnap her.
Listen to what the captain says.

Player
The crashed Nightmare had the church's [Sacrificial] emblem on it.

Luche
???

Luche
Oh, no way...

{Player}
Renoa handed me a piece of paper with a montage of patterns on it.

Luche
This... This is...

Renoa
You know the symbol of the church, right?

Player
Did you know about this plan?

Luche
Oh, no!

Luche
I was the escort of the church that was trying to cleanse chaos.

Luche
I never thought there would be a plan to sacrifice so many people...

Luche
I can't believe it until I see it with my own eyes!

Renoa
What nonsense...

Player
Then let's go to the blue jar.

Renoa
That won't do, Captain. That place...
You know how it ended last time!

Player
There's no way. If I can't convince Rusche, it's over.

Renoa
The captain is in danger!

Renoa
Yeah, let's say you give in a lot.
But it's not even certain whether you'll be able to keep your save data.

Renoa
If I don't leave it behind, even Luce won't remember it.

Luche
If you have a transmitter issued by a church, it will work without any problems in the blue jar.

Renoa
......

Player
Renoa, I understand your feelings...

Renoa
Can't be helped... Then, let's go to the blue jar.

Renoa
Instead, the Nightmare is wanted, so we'll have to find another way.

Lucas
If it's the Green Dragon, it'll be fine. Right, Captain?

Beryl
That's right! Once you've made your decision, you go right away, Captain!

---

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Green Dragon

Maribell
Long time no see. Oh, I see a face I haven't seen before.

Luke
The number of people has increased...

Beryl
Gentlemen! I have many stories to tell you, but
the main office must be deployed immediately! Don't be disappointed!

Lucas
I just need to go to the coordinates I was given, right?

Renoa
Yeah... I'm so familiar with the Green Dragon now...

Daisy
I, I'm glad that my platoon has grown!

Player
Beryl, I owe you something.

Beryl
The captain is our platoon's benefactor, so what kind of a shame is this!

Luche
Hey, I wish you could go a little faster.

Beryl
Got it! Then let's go!

---

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Inside the blue jar

Renoa
Is everyone okay?

Player
Please check the status.

Beryl
Beryl, very okay!

Lucas
Lucas is awesome, you are in good shape~

Daisy
Hey, Daisy is safe too!

Luche
......

Beryl
Why don't you do it?

Luche
I saw that he was safe, so do I really need to do it?

Beryl
Here, the captain's orders must take absolute priority.

Luche
Okay, just do it.

Luche
Safe entry.

Daisy
Hey, the name... is missing.

Luche
Euuuuu...! This kind of thing, really!

Lucas
Cheer up, Captain!

Luche
......

Luche
......Rushe, enter safely.

Daisy
Wow! I did it!

Player
What is the chaos contamination level?

Daisy
...Uh... Uh... 4... 40000cv...?
Oh, is it broken?

Renoa
Just think of it as that level of contamination.
It must be a dangerous operation.

Beryl
Daisy, cover from behind!
Lucas, take Daisy!

Lucas
Yeah, leave it to me.

Player
Even if we properly determine the direction of this level of pollution...

Player
There might not be a Nightmare there.

---

main_part1_ch0113_04

Deep in the blue jar

Lucas
Phew~ I can finally catch my breath.

Lucas
Didn't our teamwork really shine, Captain?

Beryl
I deeply sympathize with that statement.

Lucas
I never thought I'd feel the thrill of working together in a Wolf Platoon even when I was with the Captain.

Lucas
Captain, would you like to work with our platoon?

Beryl
Personnel matters are the captain's responsibility, Lucas.

Lucas
The captain also agrees.

Beryl
That... is correct.

Daisy
I agree too... hehe...

Lucas
How was Renoa?
Your mission with us.

Renoa
I knew for sure that this platoon had abilities beyond my expectations.

Renoa
I feel so fortunate to be on this mission together.

Lucas
Ooooh! Let's go!

{Player}
The group moved a little deeper.

Player
I feel dizzy again.

Renoa
Hmm, Captain!!! Are you okay?!!!

Beryl
Captain! Why are you doing this!

Luche
Was it like this last time too?

Player
Now... now it's okay...

Lucas
This is the first time I've seen the captain like this,
but is he really okay?

Beryl
Retreating is not a weakness in strategy, Captain!

Player
Yeah, I think we're almost there...

Luche
Then just hold on for a little longer.

Daisy
Hey, everyone... in front...!!!

Luche
What, what is this...

Beryl
Ugh...

Lucas
Oh, that's ridiculous...

Renoa
No! Everyone's stress level is...!

Player
Re, Renoa... you have to step back.

Luche
I have to go and check.

Renoa
Rusche! You have to step back!

Luche
Come all the way here?

Luche
Ah, no, Captain, your complexion...!

Player
My vision is blurry.

Luche
The transmitter is dead! I have to go back to the branch!

Renoa
Beryl! Lucas!

Beryl
Gentlemen, gentlemen...! This is a tactical retreat!

---

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Green Dragon

Renoa
It must have been dangerous.

Lucas
Phew... I guess we managed to get back just in the nick of time without anyone collapsing.

Player
It's thanks to everyone.

Beryl
Maribel, is your save data okay?

Maribell
I think so.

Luche
Phew... I'm scared to check...?
I think my hands are still shaking.

Lucas
I guess the captain was scared of something too.

Daisy
Yeah, that's right...

Maribell
Okay, everyone, let me check.

Luche
It was true...all of it.

Renoa
Can you believe it now?

Luche
......

Luche
Wait, now... Ah!

Luche
This is not the time to be doing this.
The Emperor will be giving a speech soon.

Lucas
Is the schedule already like that?

Luche
Let's go to Haven first. I'll give you a place to stay.

Player
Thank you for trusting me.

Luche
I only believe what I see.

Luche
Um... Did I speak too rudely?

Luche
Still, I'm starting to trust the captain a little, so please take care of him.

---

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Episode 1

The Miracle Voice

Rushe's house

Luche
I will send someone before His Majesty's speech begins.

Luche
I have something to take care of.

Player
Okay, Rusche. Just be careful, just in case.

Luche
Yeah, Captain, be careful too. Try not to go outside.

Luche
then...

Daisy
Wow... this doll collection is so pretty.

Lucas
Well, you said you were the commander of the knights...
This kind of hobby...

Daisy
What a great hobby! I wish I had a collection like this...

Renoa
Before coming, I looked into the past actions of the Knight Commander, and
it was far beyond my expectations.

Renoa
The commander of the Silver Knights, Lusche.
He is truly a giant standing at the top of the Knights.

Beryl
I have also heard rumors about the invincible knight commander.

Lucas
He single-handedly defeated hundreds of Chaos Cults...

Lucas
There is a legend that he broke through a three-layer siege by himself and rescued his allies.

Beryl
Lucas knows too.

Lucas
This guy is the legendary knight commander...? Hmm... I can't believe it...

(sfx)
Knock knock knock!

Beryl
Who is it? Is it the person sent by Rushe?

Renoa
Just when Rushe wasn't there...

(sfx)
Knock knock knock!

Judas
Captain of the Nightmare?
I know what's inside.

Judas
If you cooperate obediently, I will not use force.

Renoa
Do you know us...?

Lucas
I glanced out the window...
There seemed to be at least 30 people.

Beryl
The intuition of a person who has experienced all sorts of things tells me! If I leave... it won't work...!

Player
I don't think they'll just give up just because we're inside.

Player
[Go out.]

Judas
It was true that I had been approved to enter the Wolf Squadron.

Judas
You've probably heard the voice.
It's Judas.

Beryl
ah!

Beryl
'Immediate expulsion measures will be taken'

Judas
I should have just set it to a moderate level, but it went too far.
Let's go together.

Renoa
What if I refuse?

Judas
This isn't a story for you.

Beryl
This is a threat!
Lucas, Daisy! Protect the Captain!

Lucas
Okay! That's how you become our leader! Let's go...

Lucas
Ugh... Ugh!

Daisy
Whoa!!

Player
Leave the agents alone.

Player
Am I the one who needs it?

Renoa
Captain...

Judas
Good choice.

Crusader guard A
Lord Judas, wait a minute...

Judas
hmm...

Judas
An intruder has intruded.

Judas
There's no point in making any more noise, so let's go back.

Lucas
Ugh...

Daisy
are you okay?

Lucas
Ah, don't worry.
I was unlucky and got hit in the vital spot.

Beryl
That guy... I will never forgive him.

---

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Haven Square

Azelante
I am one who conveys and carries out the will of God.

Lucas
Phew, I guess it's not too late.

Daisy
Ugh, there are... too many people.

Beryl
Hmm! I don't see any!

Renoa
fizzle.

Azelante
After the initial chaos, the suffering seemed to last forever.

Azelante
But our suffering, our trials that we cannot predict even an inch ahead,

Azelante
It will be part of the journey to the perfect ending He has presented.

Azelante
It can't break us.

Azelante
His will! It is like a fate that has already been decided.

Azelante
That's why it shines so clearly and brightly.

Azelante
He is illuminating the path we must hold on to and follow.

Azelante
The Church of the Holy Cross has been following the path He has shown us for many years.

Azelante
Holding the light in both hands, I have come to this place.

Azelante
And finally!

Azelante
He was able to carry out his will.

Azelante
Chaos will slowly be purified.

Azelante
You will witness it clearly.

Azelante
You should be thankful that He is with you every step of the way!

Azelante
Right now, today.

Azelante
You will see his miracles.

Followers’ voice
Waaa ...

Followers’ voice
Oh God!!!! Lead us!!!!

Followers’ voice
You will be the nutrients for the path we must take!!!! You will be the fertilizer!!!

Lucas
Ugh, everyone's crazy...

Daisy
Oh, I'm scared.

Luche
This way.

Player
Let's follow.

Haven Back Alley

Player
The miracle that Seonghwang talks about... seems to have something to do with offerings.

Luche
Horribly, that guess was correct.

Luche
sent the coordinates of Chaos where the ritual will be conducted.
I will be waiting in Chaos.

Daisy
Joe, be careful.

Renoa
Let's get ready too.

Player
Be careful, Rusche.

Luche
Don't worry. Then...

---

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Episode 2

Something Singular

---

main_part1_ch0115_01

Renoa
Chaos entry complete.

Renoa
Agent's vital signs are all good.

Luche
Even if I had the coordinates, I thought it would be difficult to sneak here.

Luche
Not bad.

Renoa
It's still too early to feel at ease.

Renoa
Because we've just entered chaos.

Renoa
The code for the chaos that has now entered is the super-large chaos, 'The Arrived Chaos'.

Renoa
This chaos is being managed by the church.

Luche
That's because it's a huge chaos about to bloom.

Renoa
Captain, the damage from the extra-large chaos is different from that from the regular chaos.

Renoa
If it were to bloom, the planet would be scarred to the point of death.

Luche
I've told you several times that I need to hurry up and purify myself.

Luche
I ignored it the whole time, so why is it only now that I'm moving...

Renoa
Has Rushe ever entered the 'Arrived Chaos'?

Luche
no...

Luche
Devotees who participate in purification rituals are always selected randomly.

Luche
The knights who will accompany the ceremony are selected by the cardinal.

Luche
I... have never been chosen.

Player
We need to investigate thoroughly. The opponent is that church. | Let's prioritize securing as much data as possible.

Luche
Okay, I'll change the transfer coordinates of the save data to the Nightmare.

Player
Where is the Seonghwang?

Renoa
It is being detected 3.5km ahead.

Renoa
I'll chase after you right away.

---

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Renoa
I found the Holy See.
It looks like Cardinal Judas and the congregation are together.

(Player)
The believers are forming a procession behind the holy deity wearing white ceremonial attire.

Renoa
Hey, look at the end.

Renoa
There are people wearing black coffins.

Renoa
There was nothing like that until the Emperor gave his speech.

Renoa
Did you bring it separately?

Player
Have you ever seen something similar in church?

Luche
No, even I, the commander of the knights, am seeing this for the first time.

Luche
If it were normal, I would have thought it was a holy relic...

Luche
...I have no idea what kind of items there will be now.

Player
I'd like to look into it more.

Luche
Wait a minute, bow your head!

Judas
...

Coffin-Bearing Priest
Lord Judas?

Judas
It's nothing. Just transfer it.

Renoa|Luche
...

Player
Now let go of my hand.

Luche
Be careful. Cardinal Judas has a good sense.

Luche
If you stare like that, you'll get caught right away.

Player
I didn't know that tailing wasn't your specialty.

Renoa
I think we need to get closer to find out more about the coffin.

Renoa
Friction seems unavoidable.
What are you going to do, Captain?

Player
The purpose here is to gather information. |We must avoid pointless friction.

Luche
Since it is a procession including the Holy Emperor, it won't proceed in a forced manner.

Luche
How about getting information by timing it while you're resting?

Renoa
I will follow the captain's choice.

Player
Let's follow what Rusche said and wait for an opportunity.

Renoa
Yeah, I understand.

---

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Judas
You have come this far together without giving up on the arduous path.

Judas
You will soon witness the miracle of God.

Judas
Prove to God that your faith is unchanging, even if your mind is disturbed.

Followers’ voice
I dedicate everything to the God of justice.

Judas
When the Holy Emperor is ready, he will set off again.

Judas
A miracle is not far away. Let go of everything and surrender to faith.

Renoa
I thought this method was a bit reckless...

Luche
Yeah? It's not that reckless.

Luche
Everyone is busy pReiing.
No one cares if the number of people looks different.

Luche
Still, Cardinal Judas be careful.

Renoa
I learned that properly thanks to the captain earlier.

Player
The ritual takes place in the center of chaos?

Luche
Yes. Because removing the nuke is the core of the ritual.
We must head towards the center of chaos.

Renoa
Thanks to the believers who paved the way, we can move around comfortably, but...

Renoa
Those guys have been fighting nonstop for hours now.

Renoa
There were quite a few people who were forced to return, and the number of people decreased.

Renoa
This kind of breakthrough method might not be good for the mind...

Player
They all seem pretty sincere.

Luche
The purification ritual is a lifeline that Dialos has given to humanity.

Luche
Everyone... will take responsibility and do it with sincerity...

Renoa
I don't think that's the only reason.

Praying Devotee
God looks down and leads us to righteousness, Kolok, and...

Piercing Fanatic
Oh God, please forgive me, for daring to err on the side of sacred ritual, please punish me...

A disciple who devours the scriptures.
Oh, I ate it all, all of it... ugh, the word of God is in here...

Luche
What is this...

Renoa
I think it's reached a state of collapse.

Renoa
Normally, in this situation, the first person would step in and mediate or recommend a return...

Luche
Why isn't anyone stopping those people?

Luche
First? Where the hell is First?!

Renoa
I can't see it. It's like people didn't even notice it from the beginning.

Luche
That's nonsense!!

Luche
The First isn't just for Chaos investigation records!

Luche
It also exists to ensure the safety of the investigators!!

Luche
Moreover, those people aren't just combatants...!

Luche
I can never forgive you!

---

main_part1_ch0116_00

Episode 3

A Deeper Abyss

---

main_part1_ch0116_01

Renoa
The believers are throwing themselves into the way to open the way.

Renoa
Using people as consumables and sacrificing them...

Renoa
Even if there is a phenomenon of forgetfulness, it's not like I can't feel pain now...

Player
What is the condition of the believers?

Renoa
The level of collapse is serious. If this continues, the aftereffects will be severe even after we return.

Luche
I can't believe this happened...

Luche
What have I been doing all this time?

Renoa
It's not your fault.

Luche
No.... this is my fault.

Luche
Among my neighbors, there was a guy who was happy to be selected for the purification ceremony.

Luche
After I participated in the ceremony and decided to give up my dream and become a priest, I thought something was strange...

Luche
I should have done something then.
I should have noticed sooner.

Renoa
It is difficult to recognize the problem of consciousness with that alone.

Luche
That kid and these people are also believers of the church.
It is the duty of the Silver Knights to protect the believers.

Luche
If you wanted to know, you could find out...

Renoa
...

Luche
I know from my own experience that this process is destroying people.

Luche
Answer me, Captain.

Luche
Do you think the church went through the purification ritual without knowing this?

Player
[Shakes head.]

Luche
Even with the blessing of oblivion, those people can't go back to how they were before.

Luche
will remember only one thing that remained strongly in my hazy memory.

Luche
A faith so strong that you forget yourself...

Luche
Like that kid...

Renoa
Captain.

Renoa
Since the escape from Earth, the church has been losing followers little by little.

Renoa
And yet, the number of fanatics continues to grow.

Renoa
Maybe it has something to do with this...

Luche
I... I don't know.
Is it really God's will to do this?

Luche
Why on earth...

Player
You'll know when you reach the core.

Luche
...Yeah... That's right.

Luche
I spoke weakly, which is unusual for me. I'm sorry.

---

main_part1_ch0116_02

Luche
Is this the core of a giant chaos...?

Renoa
The pollution level has already exceeded the critical level.

Renoa
According to the manual, an emergency return is recommended for these numbers.

Renoa
...Can consciousness really remove the core of chaos?

Judas
We have finally reached the core of chaos.

Judas
Now the Holy Emperor will begin the purification ceremony!

Followers’ voice
Ahhh, Your Majesty the Holy Emperor!! Representative of God!!

Azelante
...

Azelante
May you follow God's plan.

Judas
Bring the sacrifice!

Offering
Ugh, ugh. Sigh...

Luche
Hey, you're a person?!

Luche
Are you calling someone a sacrifice just now?!

Judas
Look at this heresy.

Judas
You are an impure being who dares to go against the will of God and live in chaos!

Followers’ voice
Dirty heretic!!! He must be killed!!

Judas
But God gave heresy the opportunity to become the cornerstone of His will.

Judas
By sacrificing heresy, we purify chaos!!

(Player)
Judas raised his sword high and plunged it into the girl's body.

Offering
Ah, pa... stop it...!

Followers’ voice
O righteous agent of God!!!

Offering
Don't do it, I don't like it!!! Let go of it!!!

Followers’ voice
I offer up heresy, make it the cornerstone!!!

Renoa
Captain... That thing carved into that girl's body...

Player
The pattern of the offering...

Renoa
The same pattern engraved on the Nightmare...

Luche
Judas! What are you trying to do!!

Offering
Let go of me, save me!!!!!

Judas
It's about peeling off the shell of a heretic.

Offering
I hate it... I hate it, I hate it!!!!!!!!

(Player)
Judas grabbed the resisting girl and pushed her into the nuke.

Luche
He's being sucked into the nuke, we have to save him!

Renoa
Wait, Rusche!! Look at the nuke!

Luche
what...

Luche
Nuclear fusion with humans...?

Renoa
Captain! Chaos contamination levels are rising!

Renoa
It's really dangerous now, we have to go back!

Judas
Now, show me your true colors, servant of chaos!

Judas
A product of negativity!!

Luche
Something is coming out...!!

Luche
What is that...?

■■■#$$■■#□%@...

▽%$■

Renoa
Could it be that the monster is making that sound?

Luche
Wait a minute, it's coming this way...!

Renoa
I don't think there is a distinction between the two.

Player
...I can't help it.|Let's save that kid.

---

main_part1_ch0116_03

Renoa
Monster... Defeated...

Luche
...

Judas
Good work.

Judas
Certainly you work faster than the Knights of the Templar.

Luche
...!! Judas!!

Judas
Soon God will perform a miracle.

(Player)
Judas clasps his hands together in pReier toward the collapsed core.

Renoa
The pollution level is...

Luche
What's going on, is chaos blooming?

Renoa
No, it's quite the opposite...

Renoa
...This, this figure... the annihilation of chaos...?

Luche
The sky...

Renoa
Blue atmosphere... isn't that the Earth's sky...?

Judas
Look at this beauty...

Judas
These are the miracles the church performs in the name of God.

Renoa
How shameless to sacrifice people.

Judas
People? That's a heretic designated by the church.

Judas
They coexist with the chaos that has brought tragedy to humanity.

Judas
Isn't she like the witch from the old legend?

Luche
Are you going to start a witch hunt?!

Judas
Fortunately, God has provided them with a useful tool.

Judas
It is the cornerstone of purification rituals to remove chaos.

Renoa
They call this a purification ritual...

Judas
It is also a duty that your Nightmare ship has refused.

Judas
Rusche, arrest them.

Luche
...!

Judas
The Nightmare is an even more special offering.

Judas
How many people do you think you could save with their lives?

Judas
It can save all mankind.

Luche
salvation...?

Judas
It is a miracle arranged by God's mercy!
Just like the day when mankind was saved through the ark!!

Player
That's crazy...

Luche
Don't make me laugh...

Luche
Sacrificing people is neither salvation nor a miracle!

Luche
I can't tolerate you sacrificing the Nightmare!

Judas
Are you going against God's will?

Judas
Do something stupid.

Luche
I'll stop Judas.

Luche
You guys run away during this gap.

Renoa
but...!

Judas
Don't miss it.

Luche
Heh, you can't touch the captain!

Player
Rushe! Let's run away together!

Luche
...!

Luche
You fool, I am the commander of the Silver Knights.

Luche
Where is the knight who runs away in the face of the enemy?

(System voice)
[Initiate emergency return protocol.]

Renoa
...! Rushe...!

Luche
I'll consider this repayment for kidnapping me.

Player
Rushe!!!

---

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Episode 4

The Guiding Hands of Fate

Maria
The captain's...signal is normal...

Renoa
...Why is it happening...?

Maria
...the time for an emergency return...

Nightmare's lowest isolation area

Elaine
Welcome, Captain.

Player
Here...

Elaine
Captain, have you ever thought about what you exist for?

Player
You're talking out of the blue.

Elaine
Isn't that out of the blue?
It's something you'll definitely need for your future journey, so think about it from now on.

Elaine
To put it simply, as a First, you can focus solely on eradicating Chaos, or as a Captain, you can work hard for the well-being of the Nightmare.

Elaine
Ultimately, the choice will be a binary one.
Which one will you choose between the fate that has been bestowed upon you and the will that you have created for yourself?

Player
It's difficult for me to ask you about the topic of my philosophy lecture.

Elaine
Ahahaha, that's right~

Elaine
...But don't put off deciding on an answer.
You'll need it soon enough.

Elaine
...

Elaine
Ahh~ I finally got here.
My curiosity... is being stimulated to the max.

Player
Curiosity?

Elaine
Should we just say that it is a precious sample?

{Player}
Elaine turns her head towards the massive device.

Elaine
This is the most foolish thing that mankind has ever created, and also the greatest masterpiece.

Elaine
The name is Zero System.

Elaine
This guy is currently working on implementing simulations onboard the ship.

Elaine
Well, that's only using a very small portion of its features.

Elaine
Tell me, I'll answer whatever I can.

Player
The reason I called you here.|Your identity.|[Approaching the Zero System.]

Elaine
It's simple. It's to fulfill the purpose of the Zero System.

Elaine
The Zero System can analyze, understand, and implement all phenomena of chaos.

Elaine
Of course, that would require more data.

Elaine
That's probably something the captain will have to deal with?

Elaine
I'm Dr. Elaine.
I work as a doctor, but my real specialty is chaos.

Elaine
I wasn't hiding it specifically, if you had just asked, I would have told you.

Elaine
I was always disappointed by the captain's indifference~

Elaine
You had a guess, right?
There's something at the center of the Nightmare.

Elaine
Okay, look at this.

Elaine
With the emergence of an unstoppable being, humans lost their homeland and have been wandering the universe, enduring fear and confusion.

Elaine
But we have survived tenaciously by using anything.
Because mankind has always taken risks and moved forward into the future.

Elaine
This kid is one of those risks.

Elaine
The overwhelming fear and survival instinct felt by humans. Born from that conflict.

Elaine
Captain. Put your hand on the center panel.
And think about it.

Elaine
That feeling you get when you get close to the core of chaos.

Player
[Touching the hand.]

{Player}
As soon as I touched it, the flesh began to move vividly as if trying to touch it.

Elaine
good job.

Elaine
The Zero System also seems to be to the captain's liking.

Elaine
All the data we gain here will help us conquer Chaos in the future.

Elaine
It's simple to use.

Elaine
Inject the data obtained through the simulation mission into the node on that screen.

Elaine
Then, the Zero System will implement the backed up data to help conquer Chaos.

Elaine
The power to bring the results of a dream called simulation into reality...
Just hearing it, you can tell this guy is amazing, right?

---

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Elaine
Oh, by the way, even though it's a simulation, safety isn't guaranteed.

Elaine
Just like fighting in real Chaos, it causes damage to your body and mind, so be careful?

Elaine
This concludes the explanation of the Zero System.

Elaine
Captain, there will be times in the future when you will need the Zero System.
When that happens, feel free to use it.

Elaine
The Zero System grows, and the captain gains the power to overcome fate.

Elaine
This is what they call mutual assistance~

Elaine
Captain. Struggle as much as you can, and make your choice.

Elaine
I'll be rooting for your ending.

Captain
Day, rain...

Renoa
Captain!! ...God... is listening?!

Maria
...the signal is ...!!

Renoa
...Elaine... Bring her!! Quickly...!!

---

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Episode 1

Home of the Ship

(third person)
A time when mankind still lingered on its blue homeland and could not fathom the depths of the universe.

(third person)
His sacred voice has come down to us.

(third person)
Soon the stars will begin to lose their light one by one, and a great cataclysm will descend upon your land.

(third person)
Prepare the ark of salvation and set out into the unknown.

(third person)
So keep the spark of life going.
That's what he said.

(third person)
To fulfill His great will beyond the coming disaster.

(third person)
Our Church of the Cross has completed the ark of salvation on the path that He has personally led.

(third person)
After countless sacrifices and steps of dedication,
we left our home and ventured into the distant universe.

(third person)
But... there was another shadow threatening us in the cold universe.

(third person)
'The Awakened'. Born with Chaos, heretics are corrupted beings who shake up the journey of humanity.

(third person)
Their presence is nothing less than the devil's hand, threatening the sacred mission.

(third person)
But our Church of the Cross has never wavered even once.

(third person)
We protect humanity under His will and illuminate the path of grace.

(third person)
The crusade against chaos and heresy will
never stop.

(third person)
Until the day I can breathe again in the embrace of my blue hometown.

(third person)
The sacred voyage of the Holy Cross will continue forever with all mankind.

Nightmare, ship corridor

Renoa
Captain! Are you sure you're okay?
Wouldn't it be better to rest a little longer?

Player
I'm fine now.

Player
Thank you for your concern.

Renoa
Well then, that's fortunate...

Renoa
But what on earth happened in the chaos?

Renoa
What about Rusche? It seems like he didn't return with you.

Player
I'll explain it to everyone gathered here.

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Owen
That's what happened in chaos...

Renoa
Going to rescue Rushe right now... would be difficult, right?

Mika
Haven's borders will have been strengthened, so it'll be nearly impossible for now.

Player
Let's find a way.

Mika
But, Lord Rushe stayed behind to save you all...

Mika
Rather than pushing yourself too hard right now, wouldn't it be better to find a place to ask for help?

Owen
That's right. If we get caught,
Lord Rushe's decision becomes meaningless.

Renoa
As the leader of the Silver Knights, I hope he doesn't get summarily executed...

Owen
There is also a possibility that Mr. Rushe was not caught...

Renoa
There is absolutely no way to know...
So helpless...

Player
Rushe trusted us and stayed.

Player
Let's see what we can do.

Renoa
...Yeah. I said something weak without realizing it.

Renoa
First, we need to plant an informant in Haven.
It will be difficult to obtain information about Rushe through official means.

Owen
How about asking the Wolf Platoon for a favor?
They're skilled and trustworthy.

Renoa
Unfortunately, the Wolf Platoon won't be able to make it.
The information that they were with us must have been leaked.

Renoa
Maybe even Iron Rain is being watched by the church.

Rei
What about Terracion then?

Mika
In Terracion... would you help us?
It doesn't seem to be of any benefit to Terracion...

Mika
Oh, of course... it's better than doing nothing, though...

Rei
There are many people from Terrasion among our agents!
If we talk to each other, somehow...

Renoa
Well, come to think of it, Amir was also a member of Terrasion's Special Investigation Department.

Renoa
If we do well, we might be able to get Amir's defense.

Renoa
Captain, what do you think?

Player
...I think it's a challenge worth taking on.

Renoa
Okay, I'll set course for Terracion right away.

Player
When you enter Terracion's control range, send a distress signal to the Nightmare.

Renoa|Mika|Rei
...!!!

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Episode 2

Fair Trade

Near Terracion, Nightmare Operations Command Center

Renoa
It's been quite some time since I sent out a distress signal... but not yet...

Operator
In Terracion...

Operator
Entry was not permitted.

Renoa
that...!

Player
Connect me to the Terracion Operations Command Center.

Operator
Connecting.

(sfx)
Chijik...

Wilhelmina
This is Wilhelmina, adjutant of the Terracion Justitia.

Wilhelmina
The Nightmare is currently wanted by the Church.

Wilhelmina
Although Terrasion is an autonomous nation, due to its agreement with the Church, it cannot allow ships on its wanted list to land.

Renoa
...Wilhelmina.

Player
The Nightmare is crewed by many agents from Terracion.

Player
Currently in distress, they require aid from the autonomous nation of Terrasion.

Renoa
Please, for the safety of our agents, please reconsider.

Wilhelmina
...I will relay the situation of the Nightmare to the leadership once again.

Wilhelmina
Please wait until the discussion is finished.

Player
Could you please relay my message to the leadership?

Wilhelmina
...please speak.

Player
To Commander Elric...

Renoa
...!

Wilhelmina
...

Wilhelmina
...Okay, I'll pass it on.

Terracion Council

Councilor #2
Wasn't it already decided to deny entry to the Nightmare?

Councilor #2
This should never be permitted. Aren't they wanted by the church?

Councilor #3
However, we cannot ignore the fact that there are many agents from Terracion on board the Nightmare.

Councilor #7
That's right. They are citizens of Terrasion, citizens we must protect.

Councilor #2
Citizens? Ha! They are the ones who left Terracion long ago!

Councilor #3
Are you willing to risk your life to save an agent's life?

Councilor #6
If you try to save the Nightmare, the entire Terracion could be put in danger.

Councilor #8
While we're on the subject, let's also consider the risks.

Councilor #8
Are churches these days properly meeting our requests?

Councilor #8
It's been a while since we sent out our first dispatch request...
The Church is no longer interested in the safety of Terrasion.

Councilor #8
Rather, it would be more correct to view it as something that is keeping us in check.

Councilor #2
What kind of blasphemous words are those!

Councilor #8
How long are you going to be stuck in old-fashioned thinking?
Here, you need to use the Nightmare for a proper reason!

Elric
Stop it, everyone be quiet.

Elric
Everyone has a point.
This is a complex intertwining of many issues.

Elric
However... I just received an offer from the captain of the Nightmare.

Councilor #6
A proposal? What kind of negotiating terms can those who run away from the church offer?

Elric
They proposed a plan that would directly contribute to the safety and self-reliance of Terracion.

Elric
The captain's proposal is...

Nightmare, Operations Command Center

Rei
Huh? You're going to be the first in Terracion?

Player
That's not what I meant.

Player
It means that I will lend you my abilities as a first-class person.

Rei
Hmm... what's different?

Renoa
In exchange for providing Terracion with his abilities as the First, he will guarantee our safety.

Renoa
Terracion has always had an absolute shortage of Firsts capable of carrying out Chaos missions.

Renoa
Because of this, even though they had excellent agents and overwhelming technological prowess, they had no choice but to always rely on the church.

Renoa
The captain decided to exploit the root problem of Terracion.

Rei
I thought the captain was just being used, but it turns out he had a plan~

Renoa
The captain is the first to move one step ahead no matter where he is.
We just have to support him well from behind.

Renoa
And the strategy of sending out distress signals was also good.

Renoa
Even if things go wrong, you've given Terrasion an excuse to escape.

Operator
Captain, this is a communication request from Terracion.

Player
Connect me.

Elric
This is Elric, the commander of Terracion.

Elric
I will accept the captain's offer.
I will not allow the Nightmare to enter the country.

Elric
However, it is only for humanitarian reasons that the temporary landing of the distressed Knightmare is permitted.

Elric
After entering the country, you must faithfully carry out Terracion's mission as a first-class citizen.

Player
All right.

Wilhelmina
Terracion, we have received a distress signal from the Nightmare.

Elric
In accordance with Article 38 of the Space Union Emergency Safety Convention,
the temporary landing of the Nightmare is authorized in accordance with humanitarian procedures.

Wilhelmina
Open docking bridges 24, 25, and 26.

Rei
Phew, the process was complicated...
Anyway, I'm glad I was able to enter Terracion~

Renoa
...It's still too early to relax.
Terracion may ask you to undertake a dangerous mission.

Terracion Justitia, Reception Room

Wilhelmina
The commander will be here soon.

Renoa
Long time no see, Wilhelmina.

Wilhelmina
Yes, it's been a while for me too.
It's been quite some time since our last joint mission.

Renoa
Was that before Wilhelmina was appointed adjutant?

Wilhelmina
Are you... trying to talk about that time?!

Renoa
No, I didn't mean to do that.

Player
What are you talking about?

Wilhelmina
Oh, no!
You don't have to wonder about that...

Elric
Ahem.

Wilhelmina
...Ugh! S, Commander, are you here?

Player
nice to see you.

Elric
Nice to meet you.
I hope you understand if my first greeting offended you.

Elric
It's been over 30 years since Terrasion became an autonomous nation, but
it's not good to be involved in this situation with the church.

Elric
In particular, the church may request the control records, so please understand this situation as well.

Player
Of course.

Elric
After discussion through democratic procedures,

Elric
Most of the agents on the Nightmare were graduates of Terracion's academy, so we concluded that we should not ignore them.

Elric
And he also needed the help of the captain of the Nightmare, who had outstanding mission execution skills.

Elric
I'd like you to embark on this mission as quickly as possible.

Player
What is the mission?

Elric
Wilhelmina, please explain.

Wilhelmina
The oldest chaos within Terracion's jurisdiction, the 'Red Spider Lily', has gone missing in Terracion's First.

Wilhelmina
We've conducted several investigations so far, but there's been no progress due to the extremely limited number of Firsts that can be deployed to Terracion.

Renoa
Finding the missing First from the very first mission...
That's quite an urgent task.

Elric
However, the ultimate goal of the mission is to find the missing First...

Elric
The first priority is to rescue the Terracion agent who entered Chaos alone to find the First.

Renoa
Yeah? Who would do something so reckless...

Elric
Yukida, head of the Special Investigation Department.

Renoa
If it's the Special Investigation Department... Amir belongs to it?

Elric
Yes. I heard that Amir was indebted to you a while ago.
Thanks to you, the discussion with the members was shortened a little.

Elric
Since we also have Amir's resources, let's assign Amir to this mission.

Player
Okay, I'll leave as soon as I'm ready.

Elric
It's good that decisions are made quickly.

Wilhelmina
Fortunately, it hasn't been that long since we lost contact.

Player
Then I will prepare right away.

Commander's Office

Elric
Wilhelmina.

Wilhelmina
Yes, Commander.

Elric
To allow the official landing of the Nightmare and entry of citizens.

Wilhelmina
Huh?! Wasn't it only a temporary landing that was permitted?

Wilhelmina
...is a question I don't need to ask...but...

Wilhelmina
All right!

Haven PReier Room

6th disciple
Lord Judas.

Judas
...

6th disciple
Lord Judas, I have something to report to you.

Judas
...I told you not to disturb me while I'm pReiing.

6th disciple
Sorry, but it's just related to the Nightmare...

Judas
Did you find it? Where did the offering go?

6th disciple
According to what the priests have learned, a distress signal was sent from near Terracion.

Judas
Terracion... Are you ultimately going against God's will?

Judas
Interesting. Get ready.
I'm going to Terracion right now.

---

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Episode 3

Looking for the Manager

Renoa
Red Spider Lily singularity entry complete.
Initiate search.

Amir
I feel reassured that Captain and crew of the Nightmare are with us.

Amir
Like this... I always end up being indebted to you.

Rei
No, Mr. Amir. I heard you were trying hard for us.

Owen
That's right. Thanks to that, the Nightmare was able to dock!

Rei
So don't worry too much~

Amir
Not to that extent, but... Okay.

Owen
But, if he is the head of the special investigation department, he must be an outstanding and cool-headed person...

Owen
How did you end up entering Chaos alone...?

Amir
......

Amir
I will explain it to you little by little.

Owen
Suddenly the atmosphere...

Wilhelmina
Just move forward.
Once you find it... you'll know.

Wilhelmina

What kind of person is the head of the Special Investigation Department who jumped into chaos alone?

Owen
Okay, I know. I'm talking nonsense...

Rei
That's right~ What on earth happened?

---

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Owen
Whoa! The monsters are coming!

Owen
I'll take care of it!

---

main_part1_ch0203_03

Owen
Oh no... It's gotten even longer!

Rei
It's huge...!
It'll take all day to clear them all out?!

---

main_part1_ch0203_04

Renoa
Ugh...

Renoa
It's not impossible to eliminate them, but the problem is time and energy.

Renoa
If we delay here, the search will become more and more difficult.

Amir
I'll take care of the defense.

Amir
As you advance, you will definitely find the chief.
You should focus on attacking...

---

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Amir
!! Coming!

(Yuki)
Yes~ I'm here~

---

main_part1_ch0203_06

Yuki
Special Investigation Department Chief, Yuki appears~

Amir
Manager!

Yuki
Amir, I thought you've improved a lot~

Yuki
Did you cause this accident because I wasn't looking for a moment?

Amir
This is not something I thought of.

Amir
And if we really have to be specific...
This situation is all caused by the manager.

Yuki
okay?

Yuki
Thanks for pointing that out? Hehe.

Yuki
By the way, who are those kids next to me?
I'm seeing their faces for the first time.

Wilhelmina
Captain and agents of the Nightmare who are cooperating to find Yuki.

Wilhelmina
We were conducting a search operation to find Yuki.

Yuki
What? So you came all the way here to find me?

Yuki
...

Yuki
It's useless.
I don't need help~ So...

Renoa
...! Enemy appears ahead!

---

main_part1_ch0203_07

Yuki
Oh? I thought all the kids around here were swept away.

Yuki
If you came from the Nightmare, the first is... Let's see...

Yuki
Hmm~? You're the captain?

Player
Please take care of me.

Yuki
I have something to say. Please take care of me♡

Owen
Is that... really the head of the Special Investigation Department?

Wilhelmina
It may be embarrassing, but it's true...

Wilhelmina
...Let's focus on the battle for now.
The enemy is coming.

---

main_part1_ch0203_08

Renoa
Enemy cleared.
This area is now safe.

Renoa
Since we've found the mission objective, Yuki, we just need to go back the way we came.

Player
Let's go, Yuki. I'll show you the way.

Yuki
huh?

Yuki
What are you talking about?
Did I ever say I was going back~?

Renoa
...?

Amir
Chief Yuki.
Everyone is waiting.

Amir
Stop exploring chaos alone and
go back as soon as possible...

Yuki
Amir, you know~

Yuki
Why I'm obsessed with red spider lilies.

Amir
Yeah? That's...

Amir
...

Yuki
'Asuna' is still inside.

Yuki
They'll be waiting for us.
We have to save them.

Player
Asuna...?

Wilhelmina
A member of the Special Investigation Unit, and
the missing First I mentioned...

Wilhelmina
While searching for the red spider lily that was expected to bloom, the other members returned through an emergency return, but...

Wilhelmina
I understand that Asuna has not returned and all contact has been lost.

Amir
...

Yuki
Something definitely happened.

Yuki
I don't remember very well, but~
I have a feeling that way~

Yuki
So I'll go find Asuna and go back.
You guys can go first and rest or not, as you please~

Renoa
I didn't expect it to be easily solved, but it was more complicated than I thought.

Renoa
What should we do, Captain?

Player
The ultimate goal of this mission is to find the missing First.

Player
First of all, we found Yuki, who was our priority...

Yuki
...Hmm? That means...

Player
Let's go back together to find Asuna.

Yuki
...

Yuki
Hey~ Is that so?

Yuki
Okay~! Then shall we set off, Captain?

Yuki
I'm so excited I can't wait any longer.

---

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Episode 4

Memento Mori

Owen
Remember when we launched a huge sortie of battleships from the church ship?!

Owen
Just thinking about it still makes me scared... ugh...

Rei
I never imagined becoming an enemy of the church...

Rei
We're okay, right? Right?

Renoa
Of course. That's how it should be done.
Because everyone is doing their best to survive.

Renoa
Right, Captain?

Player
It's all thanks to you guys.

Renoa
Captain, it's okay to be humble in times like this.

Player
It's not modesty. I received a lot of help from you, Renoa.

Renoa
...

Renoa
...I think Asuna will be over here.
Let's go...

Rei
Huh?
Isn't that a road I've already passed?

Rei
Wait, Renoa~!
You're leaving the safe zone~!

Yuki
Hmm~

Yuki
You're on first duty and you're friends with the agents.
You guys are pretty close, huh?

Player
Is it weird...?

Yuki
It's not a common sight~

Yuki
Terracion was difficult to approach, especially because the First was precious.

Yuki
Of course~! There were cases where that wasn't the case.

Yuki
Asuna and I were best friends.
Was it a completely. rare. relationship in Terracion?

Yuki
Asuna must have had a hard time~
Because I was always busy cleaning up the accidents that happened.

Yuki
Yeah, that was the case back then too.
I was getting ready to go out for a drink after finishing my mission...

Special Investigation Department Office

(Asuna)
Checking the tape recorder is working. Starting recording.
Cleaning up the desk before leaving work.

Asuna
I was so busy going back and forth between departments all day today that I didn't even realize it.
I wouldn't even know if someone had touched my luggage.

Asuna
Of course, the only person who would touch my desk is Yuki, and fortunately, Yuki brought my ID card today...

Asuna
...Yuki!

Yuki
Huh? What's going on~?
You want to go drink with me~?

Asuna
You're beating around the bush.
You were the one who looked up the information on the Awakened Ones under my name, right?

Asuna
You told me to tell you first if you needed anything.

Yuki
But~ Asuna was really busy at that time~
I wanted to see you as soon as possible~

Player
Awakened...?

Yuki
Huh? What did you say~?

Player
Oh, no...

Yuki
It's bland~

(gunshots)
Bang! Bang!

(Monster)
Kuweeeeek!

Rei
Miss Renoa~!

Renoa
Ray! Owen! Stop the additional troops!

Yuki
Hehehe, I guess I'll have to take care of that side first~

Yuki
Let's go~ Captain♡

---

main_part1_ch0204_02

Yuki
Okay~ It's much cleaner~

Yuki
If we keep going like this, we'll be able to find it soon, right?

Yuki
Asuna~ Wait a minute~

Night street in downtown Terracion

Asuna
Check that the tape recorder is working. Start recording.
Taking Yuki home.

Yuki
Asuna~
Are you making another weird recording?

Asuna
...Yuki was very drunk.

Asuna
Before, I would pretend to be drunk and get carried away on purpose, but today, I feel like I'm really drunk.

Yuki
...

Asuna
Recently, I have been given a lot of work to do.
The burden must have increased as well.

Asuna
At times like that, he always leans on me.

Asuna
Other people keep their distance from First, wondering how he can treat them so rudely, but Yuki is different.

Asuna
Thanks to you approaching me without hesitation, I am closer to you than anyone else.

Asuna
It also helped me get closer to other members, and it also taught me how to sneakily get good missions to build up my performance.

Asuna
Every time I enter chaos, Yuki confidently says that he will definitely protect me...

Yuki
...Ahem, hmmm...

Yuki
Ahh~ I'm drunk... I'm so drunk that I keep reaching for the recorder~

Yuki
Where is the end button?

Asuna
Yuki? Weren't you drunk?

Asuna
Now, wait a minute, if you move like that all of a sudden...

Asuna
Woohoooooooooo!

Yuki
Just wait a minute. We're going home together... together.

---

main_part1_ch0204_03

Owen
Oh... This is huge.

Rei
While I was killing low level monsters, the whole area was blown away...

Yuki
Then then~ I'm amazing~

Owen
Uh...um...

Yuki
What's wrong? Are you already nervous?

Owen
I wasn't... nervous... but...

Wilhelmina
It's clear that Yuki is working harder than usual.

Yuki
I've been at a loss as to how to find Asuna, but I think I can find her if I'm with you guys~

Yuki
Especially with our captain♡

Player
Yuki really likes Asuna.

Yuki
Haha...

Yuki
I disagree, I disagree. I've recorded my story countless times~

Yuki
couldn't erase it with my own power, whether it was a first-class recorder or something...
This time, I borrowed the captain's hand...

Yuki
...uh?

Player
Yuki? What's wrong?

Yuki
...

Yuki
...Asuna.

Amir
Manager? Where are you going?

Yuki
Asuna is over there.

Yuki
I have to save him.

---

main_part1_ch0204_04

Amir
Yes? But all I see are monsters...

Amir
...Chief! Chief!

Yuki
Get out of my way!!

(Monster)
Kuweeeeek!

Wilhelmina
...I'm slaughtering all the monsters in front of me.

Wilhelmina
But the closer you get to the core, the stronger monsters you'll encounter...

Player
It's dangerous to leave it like that. Let's go after Yuki!

Renoa
Got it, Captain!

---

main_part1_ch0205_01

Episode 5

The Will to Be Inherited

Yuki
I wanted to go on this mission together, but it's too bad.

Asuna
Because everyone has their own work to do.

Yuki
I can't stand it~ Asuna can't do without me, right?

Asuna
I'll prove to you that's not true.

Yuki
Are you expecting it? Don't disappoint?

Transmission room manager
No!
Not so impulsively...!

Yuki
The first one didn't come back.
Don't you know how big of a loss this is?

Yuki
If you're not going with me, then get out of the way.
The Commander has given his permission.

Transmission room manager
Don't you know you shouldn't say that?

Transmission room manager
Calm down, Chief Yuki...!

Yuki
Be quiet!

Yuki
If I don't go...

Yuki
You can't be without me!!

Yuki
Asuna, Asuna!

Yuki
Asuna!!!

---

main_part1_ch0205_02

Wilhelmina
The level of pollution within Chaos is rising rapidly.

Wilhelmina
At this point, even your save data will be lost.

Renoa
I think we're getting close to the chaos core.

Renoa
Even if it's the first, there's probably a limit to how long it can last in a place like this...

Renoa
Is Asuna really beyond this?

Amir
Although these are certainly high numbers, they are still lower than when the first search operation was conducted.

Amir
This could be interpreted to mean that the red spider lily, which was expected to bloom, has entered a stable state.

Amir
In that case, there's a possibility that Asuna is still alive...

Yuki
Aaaah ...

Amir
...! Manager!!

Renoa
Captain, let's go!

---

main_part1_ch0205_03

Amir
Manager!

Yuki
I saw it clearly! Asuna was there!

Renoa
Calm down. That monster must be the most powerful monster in this chaos.

Yuki
It doesn't matter! I'll cut them all down!!

---

main_part1_ch0205_04

Yuki
...

Amir
Are you okay, manager?!

Yuki
...I'm okay. More than that...

Asuna
Seriously... I can't stop you...

Amir
...?! This voice...

---

main_part1_ch0205_05

Asuna
Lately... I've been taking on a lot of work... ...and the burden is... ...also.

Asuna
At times like that, you always... lean on me...

Amir
First?!

Renoa
A series of shapes that were created, mere fragments of memories.

Renoa
That's not a human. It's a monster that imitates a human.

Renoa
There must be a real Asuna who the monster acquired data from.

Asuna
Thanks to you... for approaching me without hesitation...

Asuna
...closer than anyone else...

---

main_part1_ch0205_06

Amir
Ugh!

Asuna
To change the subject...

Asuna
My name... my name... my name...

Asuna
This mission... I wanted to go together...

Amir
Boss! Come to your senses!

Amir
That's not really the first!

Yuki
Ah... Asuna...

Yuki
Ah... ahhh... ahhhh...

---

main_part1_ch0205_07

Yuki
Aaaah ...

Yuki
How dare you, how dare you insult Asuna?!!

Yuki
Die!!! Die!!!

Amir
Manager!!

---

main_part1_ch0205_08

Yuki
Huh... gasp...

Yuki
...

Yuki
Asuna...

Yuki
Asunaaaaaaa...
I'm sorry... I'm sorry... I'm so... late...

Amir
Boss, we still haven't found the real first.

Amir
You can't just sit here.

Wilhelmina
...! We found a nuke.

---

main_part1_ch0205_09

Amir
Let's go.

Yuki
...

Yuki
Could Asuna be inside me...?

Yuki
...
I've been waiting for a long time...

Yuki
I'll be there soon... Just wait a little longer...

---

main_part1_ch0205_10

Yuki
Asuna...?

Yuki
Where are you? Asuna?

---

main_part1_ch0205_11

Yuki
...uh?

Yuki
Asuna...?

Yuki
Why... in that state...

---

main_part1_ch0205_12

Owen
That's a person, right...?

Renoa
...No, I can't see him as a person.

Renoa
The First... fused with the core of chaos...

Rei
So the reason Chaos stopped blooming is...

Asuna
...

Yuki
......

Wilhelmina
...there's something engraved on the floor.

Wilhelmina
It has a rough and unstable shape, as if carved with a knife.

Wilhelmina
The content is...

Yuki
......

Yuki
'Remember her.'

Asuna
...

Yuki
I'm sure...
I've been here before.

Yuki
You must have witnessed Asuna's death here again.

Yuki
How many times have I seen it?

Yuki

I don't even remember how many times I went back and forth through chaos to find you...

Yuki
But... I forgot you...

Yuki
I even forgot that you were dead...
I came back alive alone...

Yuki
ha ha ha...

Yuki
...

Yuki
...Amir. What do you think?

Amir
Yes? What... are you saying?

Yuki
Do I look stupid?

Yuki
How many times have I seen this sight
and yet I can't remember it and just hang on to it...

Yuki
In the end, it causes harm to others...
It falls apart every time...

Yuki
When you think about what it would have been like...
Don't you feel so pathetic that you want to throw yourself into chaos?

Amir
What are you talking about all of a sudden, Manager?

Amir
It's natural for non-First agents to lose their memories.
The chief did nothing wrong...

Yuki
I know!! But...!

Yuki
Even if there is nothing wrong...

Yuki
Losing my memory again...
Crying out Asuna's name...

Yuki
In the end, we'll repeat the same mistakes...

Yuki
That fact... doesn't change...

Player
Yuki.

Yuki
...Why?
Do you feel sorry for me too?

Yuki
Or are you planning to go back now that your work is done?

Player
I will remember.

Yuki
...

Player
When I get out of here, I'll tell you everything that happened.

Player
Now... Yuki will never forget Asuna.

Yuki
...

Yuki
Yeah. You're a first, too.

Yuki
Hehehe... I thought that relying on someone like Asuna would be enough...

Yuki
Asuna. How are you?
Are you feeling better now?

Yuki
...

Yuki
...Okay. Now I have to accept it.

Yuki
I'll miss your nagging.

Yuki
The orders I shouted out with all my might every time I went on a mission.

Yuki
The complaints he would make every time he pretended to be drunk.

Yuki
...I won't be able to hear your voice anymore.

Yuki
He carried around a tape recorder and recorded all sorts of things.

Yuki
...

Yuki
Recording... tape recorder...

Yuki
...Captain. Help me with just one more thing.

Player
huh?

Yuki
Asuna carried a first-class dedicated tape recorder.

Yuki
If you're the captain, you can check the records.
So...

Yuki
Finally, let me hear Asuna's voice.

Player
...okay.

---

main_part1_ch0205_13

(tape recorder)
Tick... tick...

Renoa
The damage is severe.
If you take it outside, most of the data will be lost.

Yuki
I know.

Yuki
I just need someone to remember for me.

(tape recorder)
Crackle... Crackle... Crackle...

(tape recorder)
...

Asuna
Check that the tape recorder is working. Start recording.
Facing the core of chaos.

Asuna
The rampage started much earlier than expected.

Asuna
If things continue this way, the unit will be annihilated.
The other members were hastily returned before the exit core was damaged.

Asuna
All that's left are the monsters that are starting to swarm, the core of chaos, and me... Asuna, the first of Terracion.

Asuna
With my power, I could calm the chaos' rampage.

Asuna
Perhaps... it would be possible only if you sacrifice your life completely.

Asuna
Then, Yuki will surely get angry like fire and come chasing Chaos.

Asuna
Because he is a person who knows how to value other people's lives, but does not care about his own life.

Asuna
The chaos rampage has calmed down, but unless it is completely destroyed, it is impossible to go alone without the First.

(tape recorder)
Chijijik...

Asuna
If anyone... discovers this record...

Asuna
I hope you catch Yuki...

(tape recorder)
Chijijik...

Asuna
If I had known this would happen...
I should have changed it to a normal recorder a long time ago...

Asuna
I'm sorry... Yuki...

Asuna
Now it's my stuff...
You can use it however you want... It's okay...

(tape recorder)
Crackle... Crackle...

(tape recorder)
Chijijik......

Yuki
...

Yuki
Captain. Do you remember what you just heard?

Yuki
Please remember this.

Yuki
I have a bad memory so I might forget again~

Player
Yeah. I'll definitely remember that.

Player
Chaos core coordinates transmitted. All personnel return immediately.

---

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Episode 6

Precious Secret

Mission report
Entry Agents: First and six others.

Mission report
Death confirmed: First Asuna, belonging to Terracion.

Mission report
Lost in a previous mission, but found fused to a chaos core.

Terracion, Reception Room

Elric
It was something I had vaguely expected, but... it turned out to be a shame.

Elric
Missing First found, Terracion agent rescued.
Mission accomplished.

Player
First gun... that's unfortunate.

Elric
...I completed the mission as promised, so now it's my turn.

Elric
Terracion has full confidence in the Nightmare's combat power and its captain's abilities as a First.

Elric
Accordingly, we will solidify the cooperative relationship between Terracion and the Nightmare.

Elric
If you need any help, come to Terracion anytime.

Yuki
Ham~ Jang~♡

Player
Yuki? Wait, that's too close...

Yuki
Of course, how is it~

Yuki
We share a precious secret, right?

Player
It's Asuna's secret, though...

Yuki
You're picky, but that's what I like about you~

Yuki
I've decided that from now on I won't jump into chaos alone.

Yuki
Asuna asked me to do that.
You'd be upset if I pretended not to hear you.

Yuki
Instead, if there is a first that I can believe in and follow~

Yuki
It might be fun to follow suit and jump into chaos.

Yuki
...Huh? Why are you looking like that?
You don't like these kinds of jokes?

Player
That's not it...

Player
I remember the story we shared in the chaos.

Yuki
Hmm~ It's chaos~

Yuki
I don't remember any of it, but.
Seeing you're being so serious, I guess it must have been a pretty exciting story~?

Player
...you said you stole my ID card.

Player
And also...

I told Yuki the stories we shared in Chaos.

Yuki burst out laughing, wondering if she had even said something like that, but when the word "Awakened One" came up, her eyes lit up.

Yuki
What? Is that what you wanted to know?

Yuki
It's not something you can show to just anyone~
The captain has a cheeky side too♡

Yuki
So that's why you couldn't speak properly and were mumbling?

Player
The captain's position has a lot to worry about.

Yuki
Yeah, I know.
I'm also the head of the special investigation department.

Yuki
To get the information you want without others knowing, you have to be careful, smart, and bold at the same time.

Yuki
So Captain.
I have a question...

Yuki
What's in your pocket?

Player
...Huh? Pocket?

Player
This is... an ID card...?

Yuki
Asuna's authority is still valid, so she can access any information she wants.

Yuki
If you're curious, don't hold back and search around to your heart's content.

Yuki
By the way, where did I put the ID card I borrowed from Asuna?

Yuki
Was it over there? Under the desk?
Or maybe I gave it to Amir~

Yuki
I have to go find it quickly~
If you find the captain, please return it to me~

Yuki
Got it, Captain?
Hahaha~

Player
Thank you, Yuki.

Player
then...

Louis
[#232] ... There is a high probability that it is [Awakened].

Player
Awakened...?

Louis
Haha, that's the reaction I was expecting.
That's right, Awakened One!

Louis
A being who uses all kinds of derogatory names in the church and despises and oppresses.

Louis
Why would such an Awakened One help you?
Why did he disappear without any compensation?

Louis
Do you really think I helped you?
What on earth did I want and approach you with?

Louis
Questions that go on and on without clear answers, isn't that interesting?

Player
Let's go find the Awakened One.

---

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Haven PReier Room

Judas
Awaken.

Judas
Do you dare call that filthy and ugly heretic an Awakened One?

Man Soaked in Blood
Cool... keuk...

Man Soaked in Blood
No matter how much you suppress and despise the Awakened...
you must know deep down...

Man Soaked in Blood
After all, we are all the same people...

Judas
Shut your mouth!!

Judas
We will never be deceived by heresy!!

Judas
Yes, even though you avoided the eyes of the church and supported heretics, the Holy Emperor took pity on you.

Judas
Your blood and flesh will be used as fertilizer for God to spread His will throughout the universe.

Man Soaked in Blood
Ugh... That's... A stake...

Man Soaked in Blood
Hehe... No matter how severe the torture is, I will never tell you where the Awakened are...

Man Soaked in Blood
Ouch, croak! Ouch...!

Man Soaked in Blood
Kkaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!

Judas
I don't need your help. He will show you the way.

Judas
...has been processed.

Azelante
Well done.
Diallos will never betRei you.

Azelante
I hope you're having a hard time.

Judas
All who sympathize with heresy must be punished according to the law.

Judas
No matter how cruel the method may be, if it is in line with the will of the church, it must be followed.

Azelante
You have strong beliefs.

Judas
Belief alone is not enough.

Judas
The power to prove my beliefs.

Judas
You need a strong force that can destroy heresy in one blow.

Azelante
Although heretics go against the will of the Church and cause chaos in the universe...

Azelante
We have the wisdom to direct their power to the right purpose.

Azelante
If you have faith and wisdom, you can achieve any power.

Azelante
This is how Dialos illuminates the path ahead for those who wish to move forward.

Azelante
Judas.

Judas
Yes, Your Majesty.

Azelante
I bless you.

Azelante
Although I was defeated by the Commander of the Knights of BetReial, I proved my firm belief with my own hands.

Azelante
I will destroy evil with a bloody stake.

Judas
This is...

Azelante
If you believe and follow, you will be reborn into the person you desire.

Azelante
May God bless you.

---

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Episode 1

The Hidden Truth

Terracion, Investigation Department Information Center

I.C.O
Hello. This is AI, ICO, the Investigation Department Information Center.

I.C.O
Welcome to the Special Investigation Unit. How may we help you?

Player
Organize them in order of relevance and number of views using the keyword 'Awakened'.

I.C.O
Yes, I am searching for Awakened data.

Rei
I thought it would be a reasonable size since it was the investigation department's information center...
It's bigger than I thought~?

Renoa
The Special Investigation Department's information center is one of the largest within Terracion.

Owen
Have you ever visited, Renoa?

Rei
Isn't that right? Because you're the second-in-command of the Nightmare~

Renoa
...As Ray said, I've been here before on a mission.
How are you, Captain?

Player
Fortunately, a certain amount of data is being searched.

Rei
I'm glad I didn't go in vain~

Player
Now let's find the part of the data we need.

Renoa
First, how about looking at intuitive data like photos?

Owen
Are these... photos of people who have been identified as Awakened?

Renoa
think so. ICO, can you zoom in on these pictures a little more?

Renoa
...Here! These people have the same pattern tattooed on their bodies.

Owen
This, by any chance...

Player
Yes, it's the pattern of the offering.

Renoa
It seems that the church continued to use the awakened as sacrifices.

Renoa
Wait, so the Awakened in this picture escaped before the purification ritual?

Owen
Is that so...? Looking at the everyday photos, I think so!

Rei
...Ah, Captain. We've got a call from the investigation department...!

Player
Connect me.

Yuki
How's the situation, Captain?

Player
I discovered that the Awakened had the symbol of sacrifice engraved on their bodies.

Yuki
That pattern was a sign of sacrifice, right?
When Amir returned, he was in bad condition, so I was wondering if it was a long time~

Yuki
It was a more horrible group than I thought, wasn't it? The church.

Renoa
It would feel even more horrible if we met in person.

Player
Yuki, most of the Awakened ones have gone missing.

Yuki
That's right~ Even if we were watching, one day
suddenly, poof! It evaporates~?

Player
Were the Awakened kidnapped by the church?

Yuki
If it was a kidnapping, there would have been traces.
By the way, how about 'Our Good Friend, ICO'?

Player
......'Our good friend, ICO'...?

I.C.O
...... ...... ...... ......

Player
...ICO?

I.C.O
Yes, it's ICO. Did you call it that?

I.C.O
Hmm, that's the name of the investigation department... but it's not Asuna-sama.
You guys...

Yuki
Hey, I guess I summoned ICO's personality mode without the captain knowing~?

I.C.O
Yuki-sama, you were there? Hmm, it's hard to say 'you were there' since you're over there...

I.C.O
Anyway, feel free to ask anything.
Terracion's best information center AI is here with you~!

Player
...I would like to obtain information regarding the disappearance of the Awakened.

I.C.O
The Awakened and the Missing... I'll search for the data.

I.C.O
Okay, when we've gathered the relevant information...
Can you take a look at these coordinates?

Player
This is...

Rei
These are the locations where the Awakened have attacked Terracion so far?

I.C.O
Statistically, raids occur at churches and Terracion's transport transfer centers.

I.C.O
But so far, no items have been stolen.

Player
Are the raids and disappearances related?

Yuki
ICOs never give out useless information~
So, Captain, what do you think~?

Player
Are there any transfer centers that haven't been attacked yet?

I.C.O
Looking at the keyword correlation between Awakener, Raid, and Transfer Center...

I.C.O
There are three places in total.

Player
...here. There's a place close to the church.

Yuki
They probably won't raid there. Chaos spread there recently.

Yuki
The belt on that side is closed, so nothing is moving.

Player
Still, I think it would be a good idea to go.

Renoa
...Yeah. I think so too.

Renoa
If there are any traces left, it's worth going just for that.

Yuki
...It seems like the Special Investigation Division lost some valuable talent?
They're really passionate about the investigation.

Yuki
If you need anything, just let us know.
We'll help in any way we can.

I.C.O
I'm glad I could help~

Rei
So, are we headed to this location?

Player
Yeah. Get it ready right now.

Owen
Good...! There will definitely be a harvest.

---

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Episode 2

The long-awaited encounter

(third person)
Currently, Special Cases Investigation Department

Yuki
You've worked hard. From a quick glance, it seems like you've made some money~
What are your next plans, our First?

Player
We need to find an Awakener named Kaylon.

Yuki
Kylon. We have that name too.
Not much of a meaningful information though.

Yuki
So, how?

Renoa
...I can't quite remember it right now.

Renoa
What exactly is their goal, what are they trying to do...

Rei
It didn't seem like a simple gang of thugs! What should I say...
Hmm, I'm a bit hesitant to say something...

Yuki
It seemed like there was a story, right?
It seemed like there was some kind of grand goal.

Rei
Yeah, it's similar. It's like you're fighting something huge...

Amir
There is no one without a story.
Most people fight for what they believe is right.

Yuki
Amir is right.
Of course, it is up to each individual to decide whether it is right or not.

Yuki
What are you going to do when you find it?

Player
I think we need to have a conversation.

Owen
Maybe, we can solve this through peaceful means...

Adelheid
...it's better not to expect anything.

Amir
...Adelaide?

Adelheid
As Amir said,
reality is different from fairy tales.

Rei
Mr. Amir, you have a cool side...

Owen
Well, Terracion's ironclad rationality...

Amir
Wait, what are you two talking about...

Yuki
...Amir, you taught Adelheid that when I was away~?
I thought you were just going around protecting her.

Amir
...I was just trying to keep you from getting hurt.

Amir
In the Special Investigation Unit, you don't just meet ordinary people, you also meet extreme criminals.

Yuki
...Well. That's not wrong.
It's natural in this environment.

Yuki
I just thought of a method, would you like to hear it?

Player
[Nods.]

Yuki
Didn't you say the church was chasing you?

Yuki
Since the Awakened are also enemies of the church, it seems likely that the church will also be chasing that guy named Kylon.

Yuki
We don't know where the Awakened Ones are, but we do know how the Church plans to move.

Player
...giving you that kind of information...|could put you in danger, Yuki.

Yuki
When did the Special Investigation Unit only carry out safe work?

Yuki
Don't worry, I'll take full responsibility.
Besides, the Nightmare has already made a pact with Terracion.

Renoa
...I feel like I've gained a strong ally.

Yuki
Haha, isn't it more disappointing that I've never felt that way before?

Player
Finally, there is information about the next destination of the Awakened ones obtained from Chaos.

Yuki
If that matches the church's destination, then it's almost certain.

Rei
So, are you going with the special forces this time?

Rei
Special Forces, Nightmare!
Find the leader of the Awakened!

Yuki
Well, that might be a little difficult.

Rei
Oh, cut it off right away...!

Yuki
This is because the Special Envoys' Office is a military force.

Yuki
It's a different story that Terracion and the Nightmare are on friendly terms, and that the Church and Terracion are clashing with each other by force...

Renoa
...If that's the case, then there's nothing I can do.
I understand Terracion's position as well.

Yuki
But, there are such things as coincidences in this world, right?

Yuki
By chance, if a capable First anonymously reports the coordinates where the Awakened are planning to attack to the Special Envoys...
We can dispatch them to prevent damage to Terrasion♡

Yuki
...Haha, you know what I mean?

Owen
...Yuki-san, now I understand why you are the head of the Special Investigation Department.

Rei
What a brilliant strategist...!

Yuki
Listen up, kids.

Amir
...Chief, just a moment...

Amir
A little while ago, a call came in from Terrasion Command.

Amir
The chaos that had invaded the transport belt a while ago has expanded rapidly, and it seems to have affected several other transport belts as well.

Yuki
The location is...

Yuki
Captain, is the universe helping you?
Now, this is where you're going.

Rei
In times like these, is this what they call a one-man show?

Yuki
Wouldn't it be better to leave quickly? If the investigation department finds it first,
we can swallow up that Awakened One you're looking for~?

Player
Thank you, Yuki.

Yuki
Instead of using awkward language, it would be better to express yourself more actively~
but I can't help it.

Yuki
Okay, let's go quickly.
Don't get hurt, kids.

---

main_part1_ch0208_02

(third person)
Currently, in chaos

Terrascion 1
Ugh...!

Bria
Calm down.
If you don't bother me, I won't harm you.

Terrascion 1
Don't touch it! That's church property, not Terracion's!
You Awakened bastards...!

Kayron
...thing?

Terrascion 1
...!!

Kayron
They just follow orders without even knowing what they are doing.

Kayron
See with your own eyes what it was you were moving.

Nino
......

Terrascion 1
...human?
What we were moving was...human?

Terrascion 1
Why? Since when... For what?

Kayron
...hmm.

Rei
Wait a minute~!!!

Kayron
......?

Owen
Okay, let's take a moment... to catch our breath...

Kayron
What is it?

Player
I came to see you, Kylon.

Kayron
...What business do you have with me? If you want to bother me...

Player
We too were almost sacrificed, just like the Awakened.

Kayron
I wonder why you're telling the truth.
Get to the point.

Player
I have something to ask you.

Kayron
......

Bria
Mr. Kaylon, what should we do?

Rei
Hey, there's someone here...! Are you okay?

Terrascion 1
Are you here to rescue me? I'm a Terracion transporter, no...

Terrascion 1
A person...! There was a person inside me!
We need to check the condition! It looks like he passed out...!

Rei
It's okay, we'll look into it...!

Renoa
Terracion transport crew, vital check complete.
They just fainted, but they're all safe.

Renoa
...You didn't do any real damage on purpose?

Kayron
I didn't kill him because there was no need to.

Owen
Captain, the transport crew is ready to return.

Player
I'll bring you back first.

Terrascion 1
Go, thank you...!

Kayron
...hmm.

Kayron
A church ship approached us first.

Player
To be exact, I was a member of a church. But.

Kayron
...captain of the Nightmare.

Kayron
Follow me. The church will be in pursuit soon.

Rei
...You believe me so easily.
We may be bad people...

Bria
If you lied, you thought you could just kill them.

Kayron
...I'm not as weak as you think, so don't worry about me.

Rei
Eek! I, I heard it...!

Renoa
...let's go. Judging from your personality, it seems like if you don't follow me now, I'll leave you behind.

---

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Episode 3

If

(third person)
Currently, Kaylon's ship

Nino
......

Player
How does the condition look?

Bria
......

Kayron
Bria, how are you?

Bria
He seems to be fine, just unable to wake up due to the shock.

Rei
Perfect dogshit...!

Owen
Hmm, it seems like you're only answering to someone named Kylon...

Renoa
You guys, you don't even have the sincerity to speak softly anymore...

Renoa
...That guy, is he an awakened person?

Renoa
Is the church trying to sacrifice the awakened again?

Kayron
Creating a public enemy is a pretty effective means of governance.

Kayron
Moreover, it is even more meaningful if the enemy is a threat to them.

Player
Does this mean that the Awakened are a threat to the Church?

Kayron
Aren't you the First, Captain of the Nightmare?

Kayron
Isn't the church supposed to govern and maintain authority over you, the First?
It's not even unpleasant that mutants like us could arise naturally.

Rei
That might be a bit rude to our captain...!

Player
It's okay, Ray.

Kayron
If you feel that bad, there's another reason.
If you were almost sacrificed, you would already know.

Kayron
How our Awakened are used to dispel chaos.

Owen
...No matter how much I think about it, I can't agree.
Sacrificing a living person to eliminate chaos...

Kayron
Well, I guess he made that choice because he thought he had a great cause.
It's still incomprehensible.

Kayron
...but, you tried to sacrifice the entire Nightmare.

Kayron
I don't know why about that part.

Child
Kylon! Bria!

Child
Did you bring him again this time? An Awakened One?

Kayron
okay.

Owen
Child...? Why is there a child here?

Child
There are more over there! My parents are there too.

Owen
No way, it wasn't a kidnapping...

Kayron
...ha.

Bria
Lord Kaylon, even when he commits evil deeds, does not do such trivial things.

Kayron
...Bria.

Child
I wasn't kidnapped, I was saved!

Child
If you don't want to die from the church guys, follow me...

Child’s Mother
Hey! I told you not to bother Kylon!

Child’s Mother
I'm sorry, Kylon.
These days, he's just waiting for you to come back...

Child
Of course! Kylon is a hero!

Kayron
......

Rei
He seems really annoyed... but he doesn't push me away.

Player
Save me?

Kayron
They are the ones who hid other Awakened people.

Kayron
I told him to stay if he wanted to die, and he followed me.

Rei
Are you saying that you brought it with you because you thought it would be dangerous if you left it alone...?

Renoa
...The personality is difficult.

Kayron
Because the church does not hesitate to go through any trouble when it comes to matters involving the awakened.

Kayron
I just didn't want to be like those guys who make unnecessary sacrifices.

Player
......

Renoa
Are you thinking the same thing, Captain?

Renoa
The Awakened ones, simply...

Player
I don't think you can make a judgment based on just one side.

Renoa
...huh.

Renoa
I think I need to find out a little more about them.
What kind of people they are.

Bria
You don't need to find out.
We're just fighting to survive.

Player
...were you listening?

Bria
Even if Lord Kylon doesn't consider you a threat,
it's the job of a secretary to look into even the smallest details.

Bria
You may not be a threat right now, but you never know when you might change your mind.

Renoa
...Yeah, I feel better when you say it like that.

Renoa
It was so flimsy compared to what was known, I thought it was a trap.

Bria
...Heh. I guess that might seem like it.
But don't worry too much.

Bria
Because he doesn't seem like an opponent that would necessarily require a trap or something.

Renoa
...are you done talking?

Bria
No, I could say something worse.
Aren't you from the church?

Bria
Even if you were almost offered up as a sacrifice, you would know how to treat the Awakened.

Bria
It was purely Lord Kaylon's good intentions that invited you to this ship.

Renoa
......

Kayron
Bria, stop it.
If you had talked to her and she would have understood, you wouldn't have done that in the first place.

Kayron
And, the captain of the Nightmare.

Player
I'm listening.

Kayron
The reason I brought you here, even though you are not even awakened...

Kayron
To propose an alliance between you, the Nightmare, and the Awakened.

---

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Episode 4

My enemy's enemy is my friend

(third person)
Currently, Kaylon's ship

Player
...alliance?

Kayron
There's also a saying that goes, "The enemy of my enemy is my friend."

Kayron
don't know the details of your situation.
But I do know that you are not up to the task of dealing with the church.

Kayron
And I guess that goes for you too.

Renoa
...You do realize that this proposal is shockingly sudden, right?

Renoa
The Nightmare is a city-sized ship.
It's not something that can be decided so easily.

Kayron
That means that the size of a city could be sacrificed.
Am I wrong?

Renoa
that...

Kayron
We are not asking you, who are not even awakened, to become like us.

Kayron
We lend a hand to each other when needed, I think that should be enough.

Player
...give me a moment to think.

Kayron
You won't be granted much time.

Kayron
I wish you would decide before becoming a sacrifice to the church.
We too are in a situation where we lack one ally.

Nino
......Ugh...

Bria
......! Lord Kyron, just a moment...!

Kayron
Hey. Are you okay?

Nino
Ha, one day......

Nino
Haru!!! Haru, where are you? Please, don't die...!!

Kayron
...Calm down.

Nino
Who are you guys...?! Where is Haru...!!
I told you not to kill!!!

Nino
I told him not to kill me because I would follow him, I just said I would go...
But why!!!

Kayron
When we found you, you were alone.

Nino
...Who are you guys?

Kayron
They are the Awakened. Like you.

Nino
Each, saint... I... became an awakened one...?

Nino
Right, right... During this mission... the path, started to appear...!!
While being chased by the church...!

Nino
The day died... They killed the day...!!

Kayron
Since it was inside chaos, he wouldn't have died.

Kayron
Awakened One, what's your name?

Nino
......I guess so, I should have...

Nino
...Nino. It's Nino.

Bria
If you're feeling better, come over here for a moment.
I'll explain to you what you need, along with some medicine.

Renoa
......

Player
...Is it okay?

Kayron
This is what happens to most awakened people.
The situation is actually better.

Kayron
I'll overcome this. If not, I'll die anyway.

Owen
...I wonder if Haru is okay?

Renoa
If you return successfully, you won't have any memories, but... it'll be okay.

Renoa
...I believe he wouldn't have killed them indiscriminately.
That's how it has to be.

Kayron
Captain of the Nightmare.

Player
huh.

Kayron
I'll give you a communication code.
When you make up your mind, contact me.

Kayron
I'll send you the coordinates of where our ship is.

Kayron
and...

Kayron
You don't have to think too hard about my proposal.
I'm not asking for any complicated agreements or anything.

Kayron
You just have to be hostile to those who want to sacrifice you and your ark.

Player
understand.

Renoa
...First, let's go back to Terracion.
Yuki will be waiting.

Player
Yeah. Let's go back now.

---

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(third person)
Currently, Terracion Special Investigation Department

Amir
......

Adelheid
......

Owen
Hmm, the Special Investigation Department is quiet when Yuki-sama isn't around...

Amir
The manager left the handover of responsibility related to Asuna's death to me.

Amir
...even though I told him it would be better not to do it himself, he wouldn't listen.

Renoa
...because he's my comrade. I'd like to send him myself.

Renoa
If I don't do that, it won't feel real that you're gone.

Adelheid
Have you ever done that, Renoa?

Renoa
......

Rei
Re, Renoa doesn't talk about herself very much~

Rei
Anyway, it's too bad~ If Yuki-sama was waiting...

Renoa
...Thank you, Ray. For your concern.
But you don't have to change the subject.

Rei
Lady Renoa...

Renoa
It's something that happens often to agents.
If you haven't experienced it yet, you're lucky.

Renoa
This may still be difficult for you to understand, but...

Adelheid
I know too. How much Yuki and Amir care for Asuna.

Adelheid
...Sister Asuna sometimes came and read books to me...

Adelheid
If something like this happens again,
I want to be there to help.

Player
You've got a good partner, Yuki.

Amir
......Mission? The Special Investigation Department is temporarily on leave...

Player
what's the matter?

Amir
I got a mission. It seems urgent...

Amir
...Adele, has the manager been contacted?

Adelheid
no.

Player
We'll go.

Amir
that, ......

Amir
No. Can I ask you a favor?

Owen
Yes. That was the condition from the beginning.

Rei
If we can help, by all means~ Yes!

Amir
...Haha. That's a relief.

Amir
You will have to check the mission details yourself...
But I will briefly explain it to you in advance.

Amir
Recently, an academy student was reported missing...
It seems that fellow academy friends have set out to find the student themselves.

Amir
It seems that the academy tried to dissuade him, but he was so stubborn that he deceived everyone and left...

Owen
If you are a student of the missing academy...

Amir
...Do you know him?

Player
I guess that could be the case.

Amir
...Then, I must ask you all for more.

Amir
He may insist that he won't come back.
If necessary, bring him back by force.

Amir
The children of the Academy... are the future of Terracion.
Please, I beg you.

Player
don't worry.

Rei
Okay! Let's go save our friends~

Renoa
Yeah, agents, let's prepare to enter.

---

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Episode 5

Waiting

Haru
Nightmare, ship corridor

Player
I didn't know you'd come already.

Haru
Hehehe...

Haru
was left with a strong feeling that I needed to check the save data quickly!

Renoa
Emotions still remain in the chaos...

Player
You must have been a truly precious friend.

Haru
Yes... He is a precious friend to me who no one can replace!

Haru
So... please answer honestly.

Haru
Really... is Nino really alive?

Renoa
The captain didn't lie.

Haru
Ha, I'm not saying the captain lied...

Haru
Ugh, sorry for doubting you!

Haru
There was someone who lied before to get out of chaos...

Player
It's okay. It's okay.

Renoa
As I explained in Chaos...

Haru
The story about the Awakened is false, right?

Haru
I know that much because I've seen the data.

Haru
I know that, but... it's still hard to accept.

Renoa
I know it's hard to believe.

Renoa
Because we didn't know if we could really believe it.

Renoa
But... don't think too badly of the Awakened.

Haru
Many people have lost family and friends because of the Awakeners.

Haru
To those people, one day, suddenly, if you tell them that those who awaken are not bad people...

Haru
How many people can you trust right away?

Renoa
that...

Haru
So what I'm saying is, there's a better way.

Haru
Check it out yourself!

Renoa
what?

Haru
To decide whether or not to believe something unbelievable...

Haru
You have to see it with your own eyes and decide, right?

Haru
So, take me to Nino!

Renoa
That's reckless.

Renoa
Even if the Awakened being protecting Nino is friendly now, they could turn around at any time.

Renoa
I can't take you, a student at the Academy, to a place like that.

Haru
But you said that the Awakened aren't all bad, right?

Renoa
That's a bit complicated...

Player
can't risk my life with something uncertain.|Leave it to the adults.

Haru
Still, please...

Haru
It's really important to me...

Renoa
ha...

Renoa
Captain, what are you going to do?

Player
...

Player
I'll allow it if you promise to follow my instructions carefully.

Haru
...!

Haru
Wow~ Thank you, Captain!!

Renoa
Understood, Captain.
Then I'll count the day as part of the operation.

Renoa
The goal is to make contact with Kylon.

Renoa
I will start warping to the designated coordinates.

---

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Episode 6

The Wanderer's Ship

Corridor of a ship anchored at coordinates

Haru
This is...
a pirate ship?!

Haru
Could it be that that person is deceiving the captain?!

Renoa
We were surprised too.
But don't worry, we weren't fooled.

Kayron
You brought something strange.

Haru
Whoa...!

Renoa
Haru, calm down.
That guy is the friendly Awakened one we were talking about.

Haru
So you took Nino with you...

Haru
Where is Nino?

Kayron
Have you thought about the proposal?

Haru
I was ignored...!

Player
I've thought it through carefully.

Player
Before that, let me meet Nino.

Kayron
Why?

Player
This kid is Haru.

Kayron
Well, do whatever you want.

Ship's interior living quarters

Kayron
Most of them are gathered inside here.

Engineer-looking civilian
Oh, Mr. Kylon! You came at a good time!

Kayron
what?

Engineer-looking civilian
I'm talking about the lower left engine you blew up.

Engineer-looking civilian
The ship itself is quite old and it is no longer possible to sustain it with other engines.

Engineer-looking civilian
If you see anything similar to this, bring it to me so I can fix it.

Kayron
I get it.

Haru
uh...

Haru
The awakened one is talking normally... How can he do that...?

Renoa
Can you believe it a little now?

Haru
that...

Haru
Ah! When things get tough, you want to lean on someone, right? Isn't that what it is?

Player
I know how to live the life of a pirate.

Kayron
All we did was take their ship.

Kayron
Do you really think I would take a human who isn't even my comrade on my ship?

Civilian Child
Mr. Kaylon!

Civilian Child
This book, where the hell is volume 3?!

Kayron
...?

Kayron
Infirmary shelf.

Civilian Child
Why on earth did you put it there!
If you're done reading it, put it back!

Player
It looks good enough.

Kayron
...is noisy.

Bria
Lord Kaylon...!

Kayron
Bria, take them to Nino.

Bria
Yes, if that's what you want, Lord Kylon...

Bria
Everyone, come this way.

Player
This time, you answered correctly.

Bria
Because I am currently Kaylon's guest.

---

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Episode 7

Twisted Hearts

ship's infirmary

Haru
Nino...?

Nino
Huh...? One day...?

Nino
One day?? Is it really one day??

Haru
Nino!!

Haru
I thought you were dead!

Nino
Me, me too...
Because the day died right before my eyes...

Nino
I thought I'd never see you again...

Haru
Still, I'm so glad we met again!

Nino
Ugh, yeah!!

Nino
Did you also get saved by Kylon?

Haru
The one who saved me was the captain of the Nightmare.

Haru
Here is this person.

Nino
Ah... um... hello, captain...

Player
I'm glad you look healthy.

Haru
Nino, did the Awakened really save you?

Nino
Oh, yeah. Really!!!

Nino
Mr. Kylon saved me from death in Chaos.

Nino
Wow, you're really cool!!

Haru
Then... why didn't you come home?
Everyone was looking for you so long...!

Haru
If that Awakened One is threatening you...

Bria
Lord Kaylon doesn't do such useless things.

Nino
Oh, that's right! Haru! Oh my!

Nino
It's all a lie from the church that the Awakened are bad!

Haru
Everyone just kept saying things like that...

Haru
Even so, why would the church lie about the awakened?

Haru
And it's not like the Awakened never did anything bad, right?

Nino
...

Nino
You don't believe me either...?

Haru
Huh? But that's what the church said...

Nino
It wasn't anyone else, it was me, I said it...

Nino
Even if others don't believe in me, shouldn't you believe in me one day?

Nino
What would I do if I were awakened?

Haru
Huh?? Nino, why are you an Awakened One~

Haru
And because you are good...

Nino
No, Haru...!

Nino
Me... I'm an awakened one too!

Haru
Nino... That kind of joke...

Nino
Ha, ha, you don't understand me, do you...?

Nino
At school, and when I went to Chaos that day...

Nino
Actually, am I being a nuisance and annoyance?

Haru
No, Nino! Why are you thinking that...

Nino
You, you don't trust me either...

Nino
Haru. I'm glad I became an awakened person...

Nino
Don't you feel like you've become a special person, different from others...?

Haru
Nino! The Awakened are just criminals!

Nino
No! The Awakened are greater beings!

Haru
...

Nino
...

Nino
I, I won't go back...

Nino
Anyway, I can't go back now.

Haru
Why do you say that, your parents...

Nino
What did the church do to me... How can I go back...!

Nino
No... I don't want to go back to that time!!

Haru
Nino...

Player
...Excuse me.

Player
Bria, can you watch the kids?

Bria
Sigh... I can't help it. I'm Lord Kaylon's guest...

Player
Yuki, what's going on?

Yuki
Captain~ Is the time okay~?

Yuki
It's a bit urgent, you know?

Player
I'm listening.

Yuki
Oh? That's great! Then listen carefully?

Yuki
The church has secured the awakened.

Yuki
We're going to start the purification ritual soon.

Renoa
Now that everyone is here, I'll begin the briefing.

Renoa
A little while ago, I got information from Yuki that the church had secured an Awakened Person.

Renoa
It was just then that we confirmed the entry of Cardinal Judas into the Chaos 'Swamp of Unbelievers' under the jurisdiction of the Church.

Renoa
...with a black coffin.

Player
...

Renoa
To be honest, it's most likely a trap.

Renoa
No, it's definitely a trap.
If possible, after gathering information...

Kayron
Now.
Raid them.

Player
Are you still going to go knowing it's a trap?

Kayron
There remains a possibility that it is not a trap.

Renoa
The chances of that happening are...

Kayron
Do you think there isn't any?

Kayron
How many Awakened people do you think gave up and died like that?

Renoa
...

Kayron
It doesn't matter if it's a trap.

Kayron
There's a one in a million chance, so we have to check it out.

Renoa
What about the civilians on board the ship?

Renoa
This ship, which lacks even a basic defense system, can't protect people.

Renoa
This is an action that puts civilians at risk!

Kayron
All I seek is the Awakened.

Kayron
Those who don't want to go can leave.
We never saved them in the first place, nor did we ask them to stay.

Kayron
Since you just followed me without permission, you can leave without permission.

Player
Those people have nowhere to go.

Kayron
Does this place look like there's somewhere else to go?

Kayron
Living or dying is your own choice.

Kayron
An Awakened person is someone who has decided to fight to the end even if it means risking death.

Player
Then I can't send you alone.

Renoa
Captain!

Player
Kylon saved people who would have died at the hands of the Church.|I owe the lives of the civilians on this ship.

Renoa
That's true, but...

Player
We have also seen the Awakened fall victim to rituals.

Player
...I hope that something like that doesn't happen again.

Kayron
You're talking nonsense.

Kayron
Do whatever you want.

---

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Episode 8

God's Love

Renoa
This chaos is a chaos that has never been discovered before.

Renoa
I don't know how the church found this place, but nothing is known about its internal topography, the location of its core, or anything else.

Renoa
I'm worried about jumping into an obvious trap without proper information...

Player
Where is Judas?

Renoa
The operators are observing.

Renoa
It's hard to find a suitable entry point if you want to rush in without being detected.

Kayron
Their destination is nuclear anyway.

Kayron
It's not hard to find, so set the destination anywhere.

Renoa
How can you, who isn't even a first-class citizen,...

Kayron
Do you think you would understand if I explained it to you?

Player
This is my first time receiving guidance in chaos.

Renoa
Captain, are you okay?

Player
There's no reason for Kylon to fool us. That's the sad thing.

Player
Everybody, prepare to rush in.

---

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Inside the chaos

Player
This looks familiar.

Kayron
well.

Renoa
Can you really find your way to the nuke...?

Kayron
Okay. So just follow me.

Judas
...

Renoa
Captain, there's a coffin next to the Cardinal.

(Player)
Next to Judas, the inside of the open coffin is empty.

Renoa
It was a trap after all.

Judas
I expected you to come...

Judas
Who would have thought that the leader of the heretics would be with us?

Judas
You saved me the trouble of finding it.

Player
What does the church want to achieve by offering sacrifices?

Judas
It's not for you to know.

Judas
Don't you know? All of this is God's decision.

Kayron
Huh, you guys always sell the name of God.

Kayron
Is all you do in the name of a great god nothing more than murder and genocide?

Judas
Speaking presumptuously on the subject of heretics...!!

Judas
Do not dare to speak of God's holy will!

Player
We have no intention of playing around with God's name either.

Judas
In the end, you're on the same page as the heretics.

Renoa
Captain, it's dangerous!

((Player))
As Judas rushes towards him, a blade blocks his path.

Yuki
Phew~ I almost was late.

Player
Thanks to you, I survived.

Yuki
I'll have to pay back the equivalent of one life later?

Judas
Special Investigation Department...

Judas
Terracion, finally showing its true colors...!!

Yuki
True colors? True colors~

Yuki
What if there's a misunderstanding?

Yuki
We're dispatched after receiving a report that an Awakened One has appeared, right?

Judas
What a trivial pun.

Judas
Good. As a Cardinal of the Holy Empire, I have confirmed your heretical actions...

Judas
I will execute all of you immediately.

---

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Renoa
Our side is winning.

Renoa
It would be better to give up.

Judas
give up...?

Judas
How dare you... an apostate who has abandoned the faith...

Judas
An unbeliever who doubts the will of God...

Judas
Aren't you guys also running away because you're afraid of losing your lives...?

Player
It's wrong to take sacrifice for granted.

Judas
It's martyrdom, not sacrifice.

Judas
Do you know how many lives you've wasted?

Judas
It is unbelievers like you who have led humanity to destruction!

Player
For whatever reason, that can't be justice.

Judas
How dare an unbeliever discuss justice before me...?

Judas
What this body does is justice!

Judas
Because I am an agent of justice! Because I am a servant of justice!!

Player
...We can't communicate.

Judas
Apostates who have abandoned God despite being loved by Him.

Renoa
God's love...?

Judas
This is the love of God.

Judas
God's love to save even the defiled beings.

Judas
Don't you have the awareness that you are chosen, loved, and saved?

Judas
Do you not know the joy of being able to enjoy this glory?

Judas
Why aren't you grateful...!!

((Player))
At that moment, the rosary wrapped around Judas' hand begins to glow, and Judas' expression becomes filled with joy.

Judas
at las...!

Judas
Oh Dialos, finally for me too...!!

Judas
God, use it as you wish...

Yuki
Wow, if your body bends like that, aren't you going to die?

Renoa
That thing should already be dead...

Judas
Purify in the name of justice.

Renoa
Ugh, a bell...?

Judas

$■... captured...

((Player))
A loud noise, either the sound of a bell or a trumpet, rings out so loud it's deafening.

Yuki
Damn, the bell is ringing inside my head...!!

Yuki
How can I...!!

Yuki
Ah, Asuna...?

Yuki
Asuna...! Don't go! Wait!

Player
Yuki, wake up!

Judas
&▽%$... for. ■!#$ execution.

Renoa
No, I didn't do that on purpose...!

Renoa
Sorry...!

Player
Even Renoa...

Kayron
Huh, so weak.

Player
Kylon, are you okay?

Kayron
Do you think I would fall for such a trick?

Kayron
Well, your colleagues are having fun though.

Player
I need to help two people.

Kayron
Don't try to use me. I have no such obligation.

Kayron
We could just throw them food and get away with it.

Player
Since we decided to cooperate, I'm going to trust your faith.

Kayron
Hmm, that sounds good.

Kayron
Okay. I'll let you use me just this once.

---

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Yuki
Haa... ha...

Renoa
Ugh...

Player
Are you both okay?

Renoa
Sorry... I don't feel well...

Renoa
Just a moment...

Yuki
Ahahaha... I came to help but ended up being a burden~

Yuki
But it was still powerful, wasn't it?

Renoa
Judas is...

Kayron
Handled.

Renoa
...Thank you for your help.

Kayron
I died too easily.

Kayron
Many of my comrades died painful deaths at the hands of this man.

Kayron
...

Kayron
Are you going back now?

Player
That's right. To the Nightmare...

Operator
Captain! Can you hear me?

Player
Hear me.

Operator
Finally connected.

Operator
I was surprised that there was no communication for a long time.

Player
What's going on?

Operator
Currently being discovered by the church and engaged in combat.

Operator
I am temporarily under Elaine's command...

Operator
We're making short jumps through the warp gates to dodge the church ships.

Operator
Please refrain from making emergency returns for a while as the coordinates will continue to change.

Player
...

Player
Is the ship okay?

Operator
...Yes, Elaine is taking good care of it.

Operator
It is important to remember that the side in chaos is much more dangerous.

Operator
If something happens to you two, the Nightmare...

Player
We'll handle it well.

Operator
Yes, Captain. Good luck.

Kayron
The knights will soon be flocking to this side too.

Kayron
Are you just going to stand there and get killed?

Player
There doesn't seem to be much of a choice.

Kayron
There will be even less of them in the future.

Player
I know.

Kayron
Then invite me. To the house of the Awakened.