Her Shining Future

Her Shining Future
Event Characters
Bonus Accessories
Start time	2023-03-17T07:00:00Z
End time	2023-03-31T06:59:59Z
Previous: Deciding the Future Next: New World of Study

Availability

This Forging Bonds event was made available:

• 2023-03-17T07:00:00Z – 2023-03-31T06:59:59Z (Notification)

Rewards

Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward	Points	Reward
10	Syrene's C Conversation	10	Tana's C Conversation	10	Gilliam's C Conversation	10	Vanessa's C Conversation
25	50	25	50	25	50	25	50
50	300	50	300	50	300	50	300
75	50	75	50	75	50	75	50
100		100		100		100
150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500	150	50 1,500
200	10	200	10	200	10	200	10
250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500	250	50 1,500
300	Syrene's B Conversation	300	Tana's B Conversation	300	Gilliam's B Conversation	300	Vanessa's B Conversation
350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500	350	50 1,500
400	1	400	1	400	1	400	1
450	300	450	300	450	300	450	300
500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500	500	50 1,500
550	300	550	300	550	300	550	300
600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500	600	50 1,500
700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500	700	50 1,500
800	Syrene's A Conversation	800	Tana's A Conversation	800	Gilliam's A Conversation	800	Vanessa's A Conversation
900	300	900	300	900	300	900	300
1,000	10	1,000	10	1,000	10	1,000	10
1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300	1,100	300
1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500	1,200	5 1,500
1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300	1,300	300
1,400	300	1,400	300	1,400	300	1,400	300
1,500	Syrene's S Conversation	1,500	Tana's S Conversation	1,500	Gilliam's S Conversation	1,500	Vanessa's S Conversation
1,600	2	1,600	2	1,600	2	1,600	2
1,700	300	1,700	300	1,700	300	1,700	300
1,900	300	1,900	300	1,900	300	1,900	300
2,100	300	2,100	300	2,100	300	2,100	300
2,300	300	2,300	300	2,300	300	2,300	300
2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500	2,500	1,500
2,750	300	2,750	300	2,750	300	2,750	300
3,000	10	3,000	10	3,000	10	3,000	10
3,250	500	3,250	500	3,250	500	3,250	500
3,500	10	3,500	10	3,500	10	3,500	10

Special conversations

Her Shining Future

Her Shining Future - Opening

Tana	Syrene, circle around the forest from the right!
I've determined all enemy locations, so I shall move in to slow them down!		Syrene
Tana	Vanessa, follow behind me! We need to neutralize the mages.
Understood. I'm with you!		Vanessa
Alfonse	Let's not allow this opportunity to pass. Follow Princess Tana!
Allow me to lead the charge on land. May the sight of the knights of Frelia be burned into your eyes, bandits!		Gilliam
Tana	Well done, everyone. But don't let your guard down! We can put an end to this swiftly if we keep focus!
What a splendid show of leadership from Princess Tana. I am proud to see how much she has grown.		Syrene
Vanessa	She's able to skillfully lead her allies in the midst of battle...
A magnificent example of royalty. She is a far cry from the princess who snuck out of the palace in secret.		Gilliam
Vanessa	Commander!
Oh, Vanessa. You were injured in the battle earlier. Are you all right?		Syrene
Vanessa	Yes, ma'am, you need not worry. It was little more than a scratch.
I am relieved to hear that. Also, you know you don't need to be so formal when we're alone. I'm your sister.		Syrene
Vanessa	Yes, ma'am! But more importantly— Syrene, have you seen Princess Tana anywhere? I haven't seen her since the battle ended, which has me worried...
Actually, the princess has—		Syrene
Tana	Hello, Syrene and Vanessa! What are you two chatting about?
Princess?! Well... I hadn't seen you in some time and grew concerned, so I was reporting your absence...		Vanessa
Tana	Oh, no need to worry about that! I let Syrene know ahead of time that I'd be away for a while.
Be that as it may, it would put me more at ease, Princess, if you took me or Vanessa with you on outings.		Syrene
Tana	I promise it's OK. I'm not sneaking out of the castle again or putting myself in danger. Please don't worry.
All right... I understand.		Syrene

Her Shining Future - C

Gilliam	Hm... So she’s not in the training grounds either...
Hello, Gillam. Are you looking for someone?		Syrene
Gilliam	Ah, Syrene and Vanessa. I’m glad to have run into you. I’m looking for Princess Tana. I haven’t seen her since this morning.
Oh, she mentioned that she was going to the town below the castle.		Vanessa
Gilliam	Since you two are here, I take that to mean Innes or the siblings from Renais went with her?
No, she went alone.		Syrene
Gilliam	What?! I know that the princess has come into her own, but to allow her to roam around without an escort... Her father, the king, would be beside himself to hear such news!
I asked to accompany her countless times, but she refused in no uncertain terms.		Syrene
Vanessa	It seems she tends to go out on her own on days when there are breaks from battles and training sessions.
Then this isn’t an isolated incident...		Gilliam
Syrene	She assured us that she isn’t placing herself in dangerous situations, but it still has me worried...
Be that as it may, we may be overstepping our bounds if we follow her, so...		Vanessa
Gilliam	And if something happens to her while she is alone? Surely, we must be able to do something now.
Actually, I think I might be able to help with that.		Henriette
Gilliam	Oh, Queen Henriette!
I didn’t intend to eavesdrop, but I happened to hear your conversation as I passed by. Forgive me.		Henriette
Syrene	Please, there is no need to apologize. Do you know something about Princess Tana’s whereabouts?
I know where she has been spending her time. Shall I take you to her?		Henriette
Gilliam	You know where she is?
Your Majesty, we could not hope for greater news. May we take you up on your kindness?		Vanessa
Henriette	Of course! My kindness is at your disposal. Now then, Frelian Heroes, please follow me.

Her Shining Future - B

Henriette	Here we are. This is our destination.
Are all these people refugees?		Syrene
Vanessa	I would never have thought there would be a place like this on the outskirts of the castle town.
The people here have been forced out of their homes by conflict. Their numbers grow with each passing day.		Henriette
Vanessa	I see children as young as babes and elderly folk... There are so many kinds of people here...
The Order of Heroes works hard to come home victorious battle after battle, but... We cannot turn a blind eye to the realities of the wars it becomes involved in.		Henriette
Syrene	I can imagine how that must feel.
But nothing will change if we simply lament these tragedies. I am not much of a fighter, but I still wanted to be of service, so I began to cook meals for everyone here.		Henriette
Gilliam	You do that yourself, Your Majesty? Despite your royal post? You have my utmost respect.
I’m not doing it alone, of course! Some kind Heroes help me as well. See, there’s one over there now!		Henriette
Tana	Keep lining up, everyone! There’s still plenty more soup to go around. Hey, you over there! No fighting! A big brother should be nice to his little sister no matter where you are.
Princess Tana!		Syrene
Tana	Oh, Syrene and Vanessa! Wow, even Gilliam! What are you all doing here?
We should be asking you the same question.		Vanessa
Henriette	They were all so worried about you, I thought I’d bring them here so they could see you for themselves.
Queen Henriette... I see.		Tana
Gilliam	May I request an explanation for your actions, Princess?
It’s not like I wanted to keep secrets... Since we’re Askr’s allies, I wanted to see the realities their people face. While I was out and about, I learned of this place, so I started helping distribute food when I could.		Tana
Syrene	What a wonderful thing to do. If I had known that was why you were going out, I would have loved to come.
But Syrene, you have such a noble bearing. You’re the picture of an upstanding knight. If you were with me, people might get nervous or feel like they couldn’t be themselves.		Tana
Gilliam	It seems your lack of weakness is your undoing here, Syrene.
She isn’t wrong. You do carry a constant air of perfection as a knight and as a person...		Vanessa
Syrene	Do I really seem that uptight?

Her Shining Future - A

Tana	While I lived in the palace, I knew nothing of the world outside its walls. But as I traveled Magvel alongside Innes, Eirika, and the rest, I met all sorts of different people. People who knew not what tomorrow would bring, whom the war had left in great suffering...
You would not have had such experiences if you had stayed in the palace.		Syrene
Tana	I took much for granted that others had to fight desperately to obtain. It made me realize... that a country cannot become prosperous if it boasts only of its strength. I realized that a truly prosperous and happy nation grows from the unity and care of its people.
And that’s why you’re aiding in food distribution here, isn’t it?		Vanessa
Syrene	Princess, I am proud to see how your heart has grown just as much as your skill in battle.
I have you to thank, Syrene. Not only did you teach me to fight, you taught me to cook. That’s why I can help. You’ve been a wonderful older sister to me. I’m grateful for the guidance you’ve given over the years.		Tana
Syrene	I am not worthy of such praise.
Now I understand your motivations, Princess. Any cause you are working toward is one we shall also support! Direct me to where you need a pair of strong arms, for if I am confident in anything, it is my strength.		Gilliam
Vanessa	Sis—I mean, Commander! Let us lend our aid as well.
Indeed. We could help cook more meals. Queen Henriette, would this be acceptable?		Syrene
Henriette	Of course. I would never turn away extra helping hands if that’s what you would like to do!
Your Majesty, we may have been summoned to this world to fight... But I don’t think that’s the only way we can support the people of Askr. While I’m here, I want you to know that I will do everything I can to bring happiness to your people.		Tana
Henriette	Such kindness is truly what makes you a hero, Princess Tana. If I had one wish... it would be that you take what you experience here back to your own home someday. Nothing would make me happier.
Of course! I’ll do my utmost here so that when I return to my parents, I can do so with my head held high. And I will bring home all that I’ve learned during my journey to create a prosperous future for Frelia!		Tana

Syrene: Graceful Rider

Syrene: Graceful Rider - C

Anna	Frelian snapper? Hmm... Can’t say I know much about that kind of fish.
I only heard about it recently while talking to Syrene. She said it was very popular in her homeland of Frelia.		Fjorm
Anna	The snapper I know of are fairly big so I’m guessing this one’s no different. I wonder if it’s filleted...
I might not be of much help there, but Syrene did say it was one of her specialties. If you’re curious, why not ask her how it’s prepared? I’m sure she would know the answer.		Fjorm
...Actually, I’m beginning to feel a bit curious about it myself. It is food from another world, after all!		Fjorm
Anna	Right? Still, if we’re only considering size, the great Askran perch might work as a substitute. And then...
Er... What’s wrong? You suddenly look so serious.		Fjorm
Anna	Princess Fjorm, gather a team. We’ll need Syrene and Heroes who know a lot about fishing! No delays!
Huh? What in the world are you talking about?		Fjorm
Anna	Heheheh... I think you already know exactly what we’re going to do: catch ourselves some great Askran perch! We’re going to use Frelia’s specialty dish to make some money! ...For the Order, of course.
What?!		Fjorm
Syrene	I see... I’d be happy to lend you all a hand. If anything, this will be a great chance to share a taste of my homeland with the people of Askr.
Glad to hear it! This might not be a normal mission, but let’s be sure to make it a success! Now then, we’re off to the northern forest! Let’s go catch some great Askran perch!		Anna

Syrene: Graceful Rider - B

Anna	Do you see that lake over there?
I had no idea there was such a large lake hidden in the northern forest.		Fjorm
Syrene	This is where we can find great Askran perch, right? I didn’t expect to start by catching them ourselves... To be honest, I thought I’d just be cooking whatever fish you brought to me.
Luckily for us, it seems like there are plenty of fish in the lake.		Leonie
Darros	Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. I was originally in charge of odd jobs on a fishing boat, after all. If anything, I’m probably a way better hand at fishing than I am at fighting.
Exactly! This isn’t exactly a normal mission, so our top priority was gathering Heroes skilled at fishing. No matter what this lake decides to throw at us, we’re ready for anything! Oh, but that doesn’t mean you get to just sit around and wait for everyone else to catch all the fish. I’ve got fishing rods for the both of you! Here you go, Syrene...and one for you, Princess Fjorm!		Anna
Fjorm	M-me? I suppose I can try, but this is rather new to me. Back in Nifl, the frozen rivers and lakes meant we would have to cut a hole in the ice in order to fish. Well... I say “we”, but the truth is I’ve never even held a fishing rod before. So, please do not expect much of me.
Likewise. This is my first time starting the process by actually catching the fish myself, but I’ll do my best.		Syrene
Anna	Oh, by the way! I hear there’s an extra-large great Askran perch in this lake. Apparently, the locals call it Leviathan, so it must be massive!
Oh, now things are getting interesting. What are we waiting for? Let’s start fishing!		Darros
Syrene	Hmm... If the fish is too big, it might be difficult to cook, so it’s fine if we catch one that’s less impressive.
What are you talking about? If we’re going to do this, we’re going to try to get the big one!		Leonie
Darros	There’s no such thing as too much fish to take home, right? Catch as many fish as you want, everyone!
You two are as amazing as ever. Then it’s settled, we’re going to try to land Leviathan. Now then, let’s work together and catch ourselves a big one!		Anna

Syrene: Graceful Rider - A

Anna	Hmm... No luck. How about you two? Gotten any bites?
Hehe, not even a nibble. But just spending time together like this is more than enough for me!		Syrene
Leonie	If we’re serious about catching the big one, we may need to rethink our strategy... For example, it looks like the fish are avoiding that area over there, past the bushes. It’s not the only explanation, but it’s possible they’re trying to stay out of Leviathan’s way.
Hmm... Now that you mention it, that area does seem sorta suspicious. It’s a little far from shore but... Hya!		Darros
Syrene	Look! That big shadow’s started moving!
Whoa! We’ve got a bite! Feels like a big one too!		Darros
Anna	All right! Don’t stop! Reel it in!
Look at the water! It’s churning! Something’s rising to the surface!		Leonie
Bartre	Gahaha! Which one of you caught my axe with a fishing hook?!
Wh-what in the— You fished up a man?! And a rugged one too!		Leonie
Darros	Well, if it isn’t Bartre!
Bartre... What in the world are you doing here?!		Fjorm
Bartre	There is but one thing I do at a lake! I was practicing my swimming. Even in the middle of a fight, no true axe wielder would let a little water slow him down. All right, that’s enough for today! Guess I’ll go back to the castle and get some food in me. Gahahaha!
...And just like that, he’s gone. Talk about hearty. I bet he’d be a match for even Captain Jeralt.		Leonie
Syrene	Huh?! Hey, everyone, over there, near the shore to the right! Do you see a big shadow?
Now we’re talking! That one’s way too big to be a person! It has to be Leviathan this time! Hm? The fish’s shadow disappeared... Keep your eyes peeled, everyo— Huh?! Don’t tell me...		Anna
Nah	Oh, Commander Anna. Did you all come here to rinse off too?
Wait... Could it be that the huge shadow we saw was actually your dragon form?		Fjorm
Nah	Um... Probably? People don’t come here often, so it’s a great place to take a dip.
I-I see. So that was your shadow. Yeah, that makes sense. It’s a nice lake, after all. Hahaha...		Anna
Syrene	... After all this, we still haven’t come close to catching a single great Askran perch, much less Leviathan.
Yeah, what’s up with that? At this rate, the sun’s going to set and we’ll be empty-handed!		Anna
Fjorm	Hm? Huh? Th-this tug... Aaah!
Fjorm	Th-there was a big tug on my fishing rod. I-I think it’s something big! It’s...too strong. Can’t...hold on...
Oh no! Princess Fjorm, don’t let go!		Leonie
Syrene	Look at those waves... Whatever this is, it’s massive. Everyone, let’s work together!
Whoa, what a huge fish! There’s no way this ISN'T Leviathan!		Anna

Syrene: Graceful Rider - S

Anna	We’ve finally gotten Leviathan to bite! Everyone, this is where our true battle begins!
Whoa! What incredible strength! I can’t believe all that thrashing hasn’t snapped the line already!		Leonie
Syrene	Urgh... We’re being pulled in...slowly but surely!
S-sorry, everyone! Can you please help us?!		Fjorm
Darros	You got it! The Order of Heroes sticks together! Rrraaa!
Th-this fish is something else, huh? This feels more like a Røkkr Siege than fishing!		Anna
Syrene	Just a little more... See? Its head has risen to the surface!
Urgh... Rrraaagh! Everyone, let’s finish this now!		Fjorm
Syrene	Pull...together! Haaa!
Whew... I can’t believe such a massive fish was swimming around in this lake.		Anna
Leonie	Are we sure it’s even a fish? I wouldn’t be surprised if it was some kind of half-demonic beast...
It does look big enough to swallow a person...and mean enough to try.		Darros
Anna	But in the end, we emerged victorious! Now, Syrene, you can make a lot of food with all this fish, right?
...I’d love to say yes, but we have one small problem. These scales are too hard to cut through.		Syrene
Darros	Let’s see... Whoa. What is this? They’re practically armor!
I was hoping we could gut it, clean it, and bring it back with us, but...there’s simply no way a knife could cut this.		Syrene
Fjorm	Right, I’m not sure even our weapons would be able to pierce its scales...
Unless we come up with a solution, we might just have to toss this big guy back in. Well, more like roll it...		Leonie
Anna	No way, not after how hard it was to catch! I mean, its scales can’t be THAT tough... Where’s my axe?
Sorry, Commander, but this is probably for the best. Let’s just return it to its home. He’s not easy to push, but I got this... Hah! There ya go! Have a nice life, big guy!		Darros
Anna	Well, there goes Leviathan... And we’ve got nothing but bruises to show for it.
Should we try to catch a normal great Askran perch, Syrene? Would that work for your dish?		Fjorm
Syrene	Hmm... Let’s not. Its meat is probably a bit too lean to really compare with proper Frelian snapper.
That’s too bad—I was looking forward to your cooking. Still, at least we can say we did our best.		Fjorm
Leonie	Yeah, I wanted to have some too...
Then I’ll have to invite you all to Frelia some time. I’ll treat you to as much Frelian snapper as you like.		Syrene
Darros	If we ask the summoner, we might just be able to do that!
Right! When the battle in Askr ends, let’s ask!		Fjorm
Syrene	Heheh. I’ll look forward to the day that comes, then.

Tana: Soaring Princess

Tana: Soaring Princess - C

Tana	Steady, aim... Fire! All right, one more! Focus... Hah!
Wow! You hit all of them! It’s almost hard to believe how much you’ve improved in such a short time.		Eirika
Tana	I still have a long ways to go. Innes can fire three shots at once and strike three different targets. Truthfully, watching him makes me feel like I might never catch up, but I still intend to keep training.
Tana, you’ve really grown. The desire to improve, to aim higher... I think that’s a wonderful thing.		Eirika
Tana	I’m happy to hear you say that. It means all these calluses on my hands were worth it. Still, the reason I was able to work so hard is because you, Ephraim, and Innes were all there to guide me. If not for all of you, I would have never made it this far.
Tana...		Eirika
Tana	And you, Eirika... Whenever I am in trouble, you are always the first to rush to my aid. Even though we’re the same age, it’s almost like having an older sister. But after everything you have done for me, I want to be able to support you too. You gave me the courage to leave the castle, so now I want to be your strength. The thought of that is what drove me to train so hard.
Thank you for thinking so highly of me. The truth is, though, that you have always been the one saving me. Your presence was an important pillar for me. For as long as I’ve known you.		Eirika
Tana	Thank you, Eirika. I did have one other reason for training, though. Namely, my brother kept saying I was a burden. And yet, despite that, he gave me this bow...

Tana: Soaring Princess - B

Innes	Hmm... This bow bears a striking resemblance to the Sacred Twin relic of Frelia. Would imbuing Nidhogg with power from another world create something like this? Or perhaps...
...		Tana
Innes	Still, for you to be wielding a bow like this must mean that something happened to the Innes you knew.
N-no, that’s not it! You were the one who ordered me to take it! Or rather, you will be, in the future.		Tana
Innes	Me? Forgive me, but that is somewhat difficult to believe. You always had such trouble with archery...
I said as much myself, at the time. Still, you were very insistent. You said it would be best for me to have it. So, I put my heart and soul into training, to make sure this bow could serve its purpose.		Tana
Innes	... In the past, I would have wanted you to return to the palace, rather than risk your life fighting. But if, in the future, I will say that, then...it must be for the best.
Innes...		Tana
Innes	Once, during a great battle, I entrusted our Sacred Twin relics to Eirika. Eirika said that I, as a member of the royal family of Frelia, should be the one to carry them. Even then, I disagreed with her. What country the relics belong to is a petty concern. Instead, we should focus on doing whatever we must in order to attain victory. So, for me to instruct you to take such a powerful weapon, you must have become strong yourself, Tana.
I was able to work hard thanks to you and everyone else. But compared to you, I still have a long ways to go... The more I practice, the more I understand how amazing you are.		Tana
Innes	That dissatisfaction with where you are now is exactly how one strives to become stronger. I shall look forward to seeing how strong you can become.

Tana: Soaring Princess - A

Tana	Innes would relax his shoulders more when he aimed... He’d focus all of his strength in the moment he pulled the string back, and... Hah!
Bull’s-eye, eh? Well done.		Ephraim
Tana	Ephraim! Did you come to train too?
I was curious, so I came to watch you. Your fingers... You’ve got some blood soaking into your gloves.		Ephraim
Tana	Oh, look at that. I guess another callus tore open.
You must have been training for quite a while. ...		Ephraim
Tana	Wh-what’s wrong? You look so serious all of a sudden... Is it that strange to see me using a bow?
That’s not it. I was just remembering something I said to you once. “If you are targeted by an archer, there will be nothing we can do to save you. Stay somewhere safe.”		Ephraim
Tana	Yes, I remember that.
At the time, I suppose I thought of you not as a comrade in arms but as a target that needed to be protected.		Ephraim
Tana	...
But looking at you now, it’s clear you have the strength to protect others. You are an ally I am proud to fight alongside.		Ephraim
Tana	Are you...acknowledging my efforts?
Not only your efforts, but also your heart, Tana. Your pure heart is what helped you never lose your way.		Ephraim
Tana	Then, everything I’ve done to reach this point... It wasn’t in vain. I won’t stop, though. Not until I’m the one protecting you.
I do not plan on losing to you. I’ll do however much training I need to in order to keep pace with your growth.		Ephraim
Tana	From my perspective, your inability to accept defeat is even more pure than my heart...

Tana: Soaring Princess - S

Ephraim	It seems our foes are all experienced fighters. But if we can break through this line...
I will aid you, Brother!		Eirika
Ephraim	What the— Watch out, Eirika! Some of them were waiting in ambush behind you!
What?!		Eirika
Tana	Leave them to me! I won’t allow them to get you!
Tana! Thank you!		Eirika
Tana	Careful, the brush ahead looks like the perfect place for archers to hide! Can you hear me, Innes? I think there are archers hiding in that overgrowth!
Yes, I was thinking the same thing. It seems using a bow has taught you how an archer thinks.		Innes
Tana	Ephraim, Eirika. I’ll continue to cover you from the sky. Keep up your advance!
Understood! You take care of yourself too, Tana!		Eirika
Ephraim	Tana can see and command the entirely of the battlefield now.
We can’t let her surpass us either, can we?		Eirika
Ephraim	Of course not. We must answer her efforts with our own.
I’m not just someone to be protected anymore... Ephraim, Eirika, Innes, everyone... I can become even more powerful along with you all. And I will grow even more in the skies of Askr! I shall spread my wings and show that I can fly higher yet!		Tana

Gilliam: Wall of Silence

Gilliam: Wall of Silence - C

Gilliam	Hrah! Ahhh!
Rrraaahhh! Hraaah!		Helbindi
Ash	Hmm... When one pushes forward, the other pushes back. These two appear to be of equal strength. Which opponent will be the one to raise a white flag of surrender in this lengthy battle? I cannot help but hold my breath in anticipation!
Yah! Haaa!		Gilliam
Helbindi	Graaah! Raaahhh!
The said in the hourglass has fallen! The match is over. It ends with a tie!		Ash
Gilliam	There is no victor, it would seem.
Heh, you’re the first human I’ve arm wrestled whose arm I couldn’t snap like a twig.		Helbindi
Ash	Um, I would certainly hope anything of the sort would not happen in an arm-wrestling match...
My arm very well may have snapped if I had let up for even a moment. He was emanating that much force.		Gilliam
Helbindi	That was pretty fun. Prepare yourself for our next match.
That was quite the match. Truly one for the ages. My palms are all sweaty just from observing.		Arden
Draug	Indeed! I felt the strength of the knights of Frelia in my bones.
I’d expect no less of Gilliam! He once beat my father in an arm-wrestling match, you know. Quite impressive considering my father used to boast about his almost supernatural strength!		Ross
Gilliam	Don’t give me too much credit. Garcia was strong as well. I could even say he was of equal strength. However, there were none who could challenge me to arm wrestling among the knights of Frelia. That said... The Order of Heroes is an interesting place, indeed. It took me by surprise how many here boast great strength.
Gilliam, let me be your next challenger! I may be small, but I have no intention of losing the match. Arm wrestling is about being able to properly utilize your strength. A match is not decided by size alone!		Caspar
Gilliam	I can see the fighting spirit in your eyes. I’m impressed by your strategy to achieve victory. Since you believe you have a chance at emerging victorious, I accept your challenge!

Gilliam: Wall of Silence - B

Caspar	Hi, Gilliam! I’m here to challenge you to another arm-wrestling match. How about it?
Hm? Caspar? An iron will to seek victory is necessary for those who fight. However, it’s not enough to simply challenge an opponent over and over. That is not the formula for victory. It is also important to discern the proper time to propose said challenge.		Gilliam
Caspar	I can’t accept continuing to lose every match so easily. Plus, I’ve been feeling extra sharp since this morning! I feel like I stand a chance a win this time!
Well, all right, then. If you feel you have a chance of winning, then who am I to deny the match? Bring it on!		Gilliam
Ash	I suppose I will serve as judge yet again after stumbling upon you both by coincidence... On your marks, get set...begin!
Rrraaahhh!		Caspar
Gilliam	Hmph!
Hrah! Urgh! The real match starts... now! Hraaahhh!		Caspar
Ash	Whoa! Caspar is fighting the good fight! Could it be...could the victory he longs for be just ahead?!
Nice try! Haaa!		Gilliam
Caspar	Wh-what?! What is this strength?! Urggghhh!
It seems the match has been decided.		Gilliam
Ash	With a sudden burst of strength, the goddess of victory has smiled upon Gilliam once again! One could perhaps call it a fated comeback. Regardless, it was a splendid match indeed...
*huff* *puff* Damn it! Curses! I lost again! I know I’m contradicting what I said before, but perhaps size is the deciding factor in a match?		Caspar
Gilliam	...You are mistaken. As you said before, one’s size is not the determining factor. That is true of any battle. If size was everything, then every member of the Order of Heroes would be a giant.
...		Caspar
Gilliam	The problem is how you train. You said yourself a match is decided by who can better utilize their strength. I am in full agreement with that theory. The issue, however, is in how you train your body for victory. If you do not misjudge your training, then results will come naturally. I look forward to our next match.
How I train? What’s that supposed to mean? Oh, he left. Ash, do you understand what he meant by that?		Caspar
Ash	Uh...I think he’s saying that if you set aside salt while baking something sweet, your efforts will end in vain... Perhaps that’s it? Though that is just a guess...
I know I asked, but I think I understand what Gilliam said even less now...		Caspar

Gilliam: Wall of Silence - A

Caspar	Haaa! Yaaah! Phew! Now that my practice swings are done, it’s time for some push-ups and crunches!
Caspar	...999, 1,000! Phew... I’m not done yet! I can still do more! Time to run around the castle. If I spend this much time training, I’m sure to win the next match!
Ah, the beauty of sweat dripping off the body in the midst of training is no different, even in this world.		Alfred
Caspar	Huh? Who are you?
My apologies for distracting you. I’m just a passerby who loves a good physique. Don’t worry about me. Continue on. I will take my leave now.		Alfred
Caspar	...Anyway, what was I doing again? Oh, right, I was going to go for a run. Time to psych myself back up!
It seems you’re training pretty hard.		Gilliam
Caspar	Gilliam! Yes, I am indeed! I’m training my entire body from top to bottom. I will win the next match...
Training hard isn’t a problem in and of itself... However, I said this before, didn’t I? You must not misjudge how to best train for the battle at hand.		Gilliam
Caspar	I heard what you said. That’s why I’m going back to the basics! Retraining every muscle in my body...
Retraining the major muscle groups won’t do any good. Your strength lies in muscles that don’t stand out.		Gilliam
Caspar	What?! Are you saying I’m still not training the right way?
Look back and give it some thought. Is there any part you’ve overlooked? Perhaps your hands and fingers? Muscle are the strings that connect your entire body. You must train each one equally to achieve success.		Gilliam
Caspar	I’ve certainly trained my hands, but never my fingers... I wasn’t focusing in that level of detail on my training...
You cannot overlook even a single finger if you wish to utilize your entire body’s strength efficiently. Especially in the case of arm wrestling...		Gilliam
Caspar	Now I see. I was just training the most obvious parts of my body, and... I hadn’t realized how important it is take a holistic approach to training.
Do not neglect the muscles even in a single finger. That is the training technique that has been passed down for generations in my homeland of Frelia.		Gilliam

Gilliam: Wall of Silence - S

Ash	Sir Gilliam, you fought wonderfully in that battle earlier. I cannot express with words my gratitude to you for maintaining the front lines with stalwart protection.
I have thrown myself into many battles out of a desire to protect, be it a castle or a country’s border. If that experience can be useful in this land of Askr, then I am overjoyed. But isn’t there another we are forgetting? A Hero who fought notably.		Gilliam
Ash	Ah, yes. There was. Of course, his efforts contributed significantly to our victory. Oh, speak of the... What was the expression? I mean to say, we were speaking of him and now he’s—
Gilliam!		Caspar
Gilliam	Caspar, it seems you fought well in that last battle.
Yes, and it’s all thanks to your Frelian training technique! My body feels sharper than ever!		Caspar
Ash	Frelian training technique? That would mean Sir Gilliam taught you something...
The difference in size between you and your opponent or how well you feel on the day of battle... These things have little bearing on the course of a competition or battle. What truly decides the outcome is searching for a path of victory. That path determines the winner.		Gilliam
Caspar	You’ve taught me so much, Gilliam. I’ll pay you back by beating you in an arm-wrestling match!
The training technique of my homeland now spreads to another world through the words of a Hero... Proof of the battles we fought together remains in the form of our bonds... And these bonds will one day become the strength that lights our way to a brighter future... Arm wrestling sounds like a fantastic way to see if you’ve absorbed all I’ve taught you. Bring it on.		Gilliam
Ash	What are the odds? It appears I’ve run into you both again by sheer coincidence! I will serve as the judge of your arm-wrestling match yet again.
Heck yeah! I won’t lose this time!		Caspar
Gilliam	I shall show you the true depth of Frelian training... Now, let us begin, comrade from another world!

Vanessa: Dutiful Rider

Vanessa: Dutiful Rider - C

Vanessa	I tried gliding through the sky, but... A green landscape emerged below... I suppose this world isn’t much different from our own. You seemed to enjoy the flight as well. Titania, do I worry too much?
Hm. That knight ahead... Their profile seems to match that of a Frelian pegasus knight.		Lute
Vanessa	Well, if it isn’t Lute! It’s been a while since we last crossed paths, hasn’t it?
Yes, it has. So I see you’ve come to Askr, Titania.		Lute
Vanessa	I’ve told you before, that’s the name of my pegasus! I’ll say it again since you seem to need the reminder, but my name is Vanessa. Do you understand?
Yes, I understand. I was just making a joke, that’s all.		Lute
Vanessa	I see you haven’t changed at all. Of course I run into you while in such an unfamiliar place.
Unfamiliar? Is that so? Then allow me to answer your questions about this world.		Lute
Vanessa	That would be much appreciated. I’d like to know more about the Order of Heroes, as I’ll be in their care.
The Order of Heroes is a special force that boasts members even from the royal family. The Heroes stand at the front lines of conflicts, resolving the issues at hand. The Order is made up primarily of Heroes who hail from various worlds. While my superior talent stands out no less among them, I cannot deny the Heroes have great potential.		Lute
Vanessa	I see you’ve taken this opportunity to praise yourself. Regardless, it’s certainly an interesting organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for you. There are some in the Order of Heroes with a talent for magic. With their help, you could give learning magic a try once more.		Lute
Vanessa	I’m shocked that you remember such a minute detail from my childhood. I believe I only spoke of it once before.
I am superior, after all.		Lute
Vanessa	You know, I had given up on magic, but it may be good to try again.
Then I recommend you ask Princess Sharena for advice. She knows all about the Heroes who reside here. Surely she can introduce you to the right person.		Lute
Vanessa	Thank you. You are a remarkable individual, Lute. You never lost sight of yourself, no matter where you are... Ah, thanks to you, I almost forgot that I’m in another world!
My apologies.		Lute
Vanessa	That’s a compliment! You really haven’t changed at all...

Vanessa: Dutiful Rider - B

Merric	Excuse me, but are you the pegasus knight who is interested in magic? Princess Sharena told me about your desire to learn.
Yes, my name is Vanessa. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me on such short notice.		Vanessa
Merric	You seem even more serious in person. No need to be so formal. I opened the doors of my classroom to young mages looking to study the art of magic many years ago. I thought this would be a good opportunity for you to participate. How would you feel about taking lessons alongside them?
I couldn’t ask for more. I would sincerely appreciate it if you’d allow me to take part in the lessons. That said, is it really acceptable for someone like me to study with your students?		Vanessa
Merric	Of course. Do you have some kind of concern?
As you know, I am a pegasus knight... While I may have mastery over the sword, I am a complete novice when it comes to magic. Will I be an inconvenience to your students if I join the lessons?		Vanessa
Merric	Novice? I’m curious as to why... Might it be that magic was not well developed in your homeland?
Well, my native country of Frelia invested much of its resources into pegasus knights rather than magic. Besides, I once pursued studies in the magical arts, but I seemed to lack a talent for it... Ultimately, that is why I chose the path of a pegasus knight.		Vanessa
Merric	I see. You have a history with magic. I understand your concern. However, if you look at the world broadly, you’ll find many mages who work from atop a pegasus. It also bears mentioning that pegasi are highly resistant to magic, so they work exceptionally well with mages.
Pegasi work well with mages... Hearing that gives me hope.		Vanessa
Merric	Putting your history aside for now, I think studying magic again could be wonderful for you. What do you say, Vanessa? Are you willing to give your studies another attempt?
You’re right. I’m ready and willing to learn. I’ll do my best to become a fantastic mage.		Vanessa

Vanessa: Dutiful Rider - A

Lute	Princess Sharena.
Why, hello, Lute! Could it be that you also came to see how Vanessa is doing?		Sharena
Lute	Indeed. Several days have passed since we spoke. I thought the results of her studies may start to show now.
As a matter of fact, I was thinking the same thing!		Sharena
But...that’s strange. Where is Vanessa?		Sharena
Lute	At your feet.
Oh my! What’s wrong, Vanessa?		Sharena
Vanessa	*huff* puff* Oh, Princess Sharena... I’m afraid you’ve caught me in an unsightly condition...
A-are you OK?! Your face looks white as a ghost!		Sharena
Vanessa	I-indeed. My apologies for worrying you. I’ve been intensely practicing magic for as long as my body allows. Even on days when I don’t have lessons, I spend my time training, but...
My expert analysis indicates that you are distressed because your efforts are not accompanied by results.		Lute
Sharena	You need an expert analysis to see that on her face? Vanessa, don’t you think you’re overdoing it a bit?
This is nothing compared to the brutality of Frelian pegasus knight training! More importantly... If I can just... *huff* *puff* grasp the...magical arts...		Vanessa
Lute	Do you think someone should call a healer?
I-I’m OK... This will not...stop me... If I have the power of magic at my disposal, I can protect Prince Innes more effectively! Plus, with the use of magic, I can be more useful to Syrene, but...		Vanessa
Sharena	Vanessa...
I don’t want to admit this myself but...I am a pathetic excuse for a mage!		Vanessa
Lute	You are certainly not pathetic. Some are just better suited to wield a sword than cast magic. Perhaps working to improve your technique as a pegasus knight would prove to be a better use of your time.
That is...unacceptable. I am not strong enough as solely a pegasus knight... I need to support Syrene and the rest some other way...		Vanessa
Syrene	Vanessa?! Wh-what in the world happened to you?!
S-Syrene...		Vanessa

Vanessa: Dutiful Rider - S

Vanessa	What are you doing here, Syrene?
You didn’t seem like yourself when we last spoke, so I was concerned. I had heard you were studying magic, but I didn’t imagine you would push yourself so far beyond your limits.		Syrene
Sharena	Syrene, I am partially responsible for Vanessa ending up in this state.
I appreciate your thoughtfulness, Princess Sharena, but I started this venture myself. I am fully responsible.		Vanessa
Syrene	Vanessa, the desire to learn and improve is important, but it’s simply impossible to do everything yourself. You already do so much in your role as a pegasus knight.
I wanted to master the spear, just like you...but I could never hone my skills to reach your level. So I thought I might be able to assist you if I followed another path.		Vanessa
Syrene	So you sought out this training with me in mind? That’s very kind of you. But we all must seek different forms of strength, Vanessa. As sisters, we share a unique bond in this world. Truly, the most important thing is that we combine our strength.
...		Vanessa
Syrene	With the support of one another, our strength increases exponentially. We can use that combined strength to support our liege.
I guess I lost sight of what it means to be by your side. I was thinking only of myself and how I could be stronger. I’m sorry, Syrene. I was blind to what is truly important. From now on, we should focus on combining our strengths, so we can move forward together.		Vanessa
Syrene	I wholeheartedly agree. Now that that’s settled, you’ll have to seal away that longing for magic for now.
L-longing? I wouldn’t go that far...		Vanessa
Syrene	What are you saying? Ever since you were a young girl, your eyes have always lit up at the sight of magic. Now, ready that spear. We’ll start your training right away.
Y-yes ma’am!		Vanessa
Sharena	Thank goodness that’s over! I’m sure their strength will continue to increase as they work together.
Of course. I had predicted this would come to pass. I am superior, after all.		Lute

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Japanese	瞳の先に映る明日
German	Ihre strahlende Zukunft
Spanish (Europe)	Su brillante futuro
Spanish (Latin America)	Su brillante futuro
French	Son avenir radieux
Italian	Il futuro nei suoi occhi
Traditional Chinese (Taiwan)	映照在雙眸深處的明天
Portuguese	O futuro brilhante dela