The following is a transcript of scenes conversation and novels in Eerie Escapade.
Scenes[edit]
Birth of the Adventure Team[edit]
- Eiden
- Huh? The storeroom? Did I take a wrong turn somewhere?
- Eiden
- Hmm... not this door either...
- Eiden
- It's gotta be this one!
- Gossipy Maid
- —Have you guys heard? The chef is an absolute machine! I saw him go into the laundry room with the butler, and they didn't come out for another three hours...
- Eiden
- (I really didn't need to know that!!!)
- Eiden
- Whew... This is weird as hell. I go to the kitchen and dining room every day. How could I get lost?
- Eiden
- Is that... laughter...?
- Eiden
- Is it coming from Yakumo's room?
- Eiden
- Yakumo, are you in there—
- Garu
- -He jumped up like this and attacked the monster with a flying kick!
- Eiden
- Whoa!?
As Eiden opens the door, he's greeted by a wolf yokai flying foot-first through the air, sending him falling on his behind.
- Garu
- Agh! M-Master-!
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden! Garu! Are you two okay?
- Eiden
- ... Garu, I'm guessing you've had breakfast?
- Garu
- Yeah! How did you know, Master?
- Eiden
- You'd need a full stomach to unleash a kick like that...
- Garu
- Agh! Forgive me, Master!
- Eiden
- Haha... don't worry. You just startled me a little.
- Eiden
- But what are you doing in Yakumo's room, Garu?
- Garu
- Yakumo and I are reading the story of the Warrior and the Vampire!
- Eiden
- The Warrior... and the Vampire?
- Yakumo
- We went to the market to do some shopping a few days ago and came across a band of street performers...
- Yakumo
- To my surprise, they were acting out "The Adventures of the Warrior and the Vampire" by Duke Reyas!
- Garu
- It's my favorite story! The Warrior is amazing! Whenever he encounters danger, he goes like this-
- Garu
- —HYAH!
- Eiden
- So you two were reenacting a battle from the story, huh?
- Yakumo
- That's right. Today, we saw a performance of volume three of the story. It contains a wonderful scene where the Warrior and Vampire work together to defeat their foes!
- Garu
- The Warrior is super strong! He can take out five monsters with one kick!
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden, you should read the story of the Warrior and the Vampire too when you have some time!
- Eiden
- Well, sure, but...
- Yakumo
- Ah...
- Eiden
- Before I enjoy some food for the mind... I might need some food for the stomach...
- Eiden
- Mmm~ Delicious golden crust with a soft, sweet filling... Yakumo, your pampo pies are amazing!
- Eiden
- (Pampo tastes pretty similar to pumpkin... I wonder if they look similar too...)
- Yakumo
- Forgive me for earlier. We got so wrapped up in the story that I forgot to make you breakfast...
- Eiden
- Hey now, it's no big deal! What's important is—your cooking skills are out of this world! I'm just about ready for seconds!
- Garu
- Here you go, Master!
- Yakumo
- We bought plenty of food this morning. Please eat as much as you like, Mr Eiden.
- Eiden
- Hehe, don't mind if I do!
- Eiden
- So, continuing where we left off... After the Warrior defeated the monsters, the Vampire agreed to join him on his adventures?
- Garu
- Yeah!
- Yakumo
- "I might not be able to walk the path of light as you do, but if I can become your shadow, I'll know I made the right choice."
- Yakumo
- After saying those words, the Vampire left his castle and set forth with the Warrior.
- Eiden
- Whoa, you knew exactly which page to turn to. You must have read these books a ton of times! I never knew you liked adventure stories so much, Yakumo.
- Eiden
- (Not able to walk the path of light, huh? I learned from Aster that real vampires aren't afraid of the sun...)
- Eiden
- (Maybe that line represents the difference between human and vampire morals...?)
- Yakumo
- Well... it's not just that I enjoy adventure stories.
- Yakumo
- The author writes characters that, despite their flaws, always use their powers to protect the ones they love.
- Yakumo
- His stories fill me with joy and admiration. I've learned so much from them.
- Eiden
- (Always use their powers to protect the ones they love... Despite their flaws...)
- Garu
- I have a favorite line too... On this page... "With you by my side, I'll grow stronger and braver than ever before."
- Yakumo
- Always supporting and empowering each other, the camaraderie between the Warrior and Vampire is incredibly moving.
- Garu
- I wish we could go on adventures like these too... I wanna be the Warrior, and you can be the Vampire, Yakumo. How about it?
- Yakumo
- Are you sure? You're always saying how amazing the Vampire is. I was sure you'd pick him...
- Garu
- The Warrior is amazing too! Plus, you and the Vampire are so alike... You look just like him whenever you're cutting up vegetables or roasting meat!
- Yakumo
- R-Really? Alright... I'll be the Vampire. I hope to learn much from you, Mr Warrior.
- Garu
- And I from you!
- Eiden
- (Ever since Garu helped Yakumo run his stall at the Summer Festival, these two have become a lot closer. They're almost like brothers.)
- Eiden
- (So cute! I might just have to tease them a little, hehe.)
- Eiden
- Ahem—How about me? What character can I be?
- Garu
- Ah, you want to go on adventures too, Master?
- Eiden
- Of course! Don't tell me there's no room for one more.
- Garu
- O-Of course there is! But... the story only has two main characters. We can't make Master play a supporting character...
- Yakumo
- What about the character that appeared in volume two? He later went on to join the Warrior and Vampire's team.
- Garu
- Ah, that's right! That character has four lives. He's amazing!
- Eiden
- (You're telling me! Where the hell did he get three extra lives from!?)
- Eiden
- Hmm... I'd say it sounds like he and I are well-suited. With all the dangers to be found on the Klein Continent, I can't help thinking a few extra lives would come in handy...
- Yakumo
- ......
- Eiden
- Alright, it's settled. I'll be him.
- Garu
- Hehe, awesome! Now can I go on adventures with both Yakumo and Master!
- Garu
- Ah, wait! We haven't come up with our code names yet...
- Eiden
- Code names?
- Yakumo
- That's right. In the story, each character has their own unique code name.
- Yakumo
- That way, when infiltrating enemy territory, they can confirm each other's identities and pass messages without detection.
- Eiden
- I see... Alright, let me think...
- Eiden
- A code name ought to sound pretty cool, right? Then how about—
- Eiden
- —Panpoloyakulades: The Shining Cross of the Pomisaras Peninsula!
- Garu
- Pan...?
- Eiden
- It's Panpoloyakulades: The Shining Cross of the Pomisaras Peninsula!
- Garu
- Pam...po?
- Eiden
- (... Is he ever not thinking about food?)
- Yakumo
- Well... It's a wonderful name, but perhaps a bit difficult to memorize...
- Eiden
- True... If you guys have to use it to confirm my identity, it has to be easy to remember...
- Eiden
- Hmm... then how about we really use food-related names?
- Eiden
- I'll be Pampo, and Garu can be Beast Burger... What do you think?
- Garu
- B-Beast Burger... Sounds delicious... What a great idea, Master!
- Yakumo
- Agreed. As for me... I'll be Cream Stew.
- Garu
- Ah, that sounds tasty too...
- Eiden
- (Well, Garu's being Garu as always, but they both seeem happy. Awesome! Reminds me of playing with the other kids at the orphanage.)
- Eiden
- Alright! We've officially created our adventure team! Where to now?
- Garu
- Ah! I want to go explore the castle of the Evil Sorcerer!
- Yakumo
- The Evil Sorcerer from the story...? He's a hard man to reason with. He'll be sure to rain down scores of cursed missiles upon us.
- Eiden
- For real!? Then what should we do?
- Yakumo
- We'll have to swiftly evade his ruthless attacks.
- Garu
- And then, we'll use our claws to take him out!
- Eiden
- ... That's right... Regular attacks aren't gonna do much damage against a wolf yokai and a serpent yokai.
- Eiden
- (I, on the other hand, won't last two seconds!)
- Yakumo
- Don't worry, Mr Eiden. If we encounter any danger, I'll protect you.
- Garu
- I-I'll protect you too, Master!
- Eiden
- I can't just rely on your help all the time! If we're adventuring together, we all need to support each other.
- Eiden
- But in all honesty, the only way I'm gonna evade an attack is with the stop, drop and roll technique... So lame...
- Garu
- Rolling is good too! The Warrior has a similar technique, like this—
- Garu
- Hyah!
- Eiden
- Oh? Rolling like that looks pretty damn awesome...
- Eiden
- Alright, I'll give it a try—
- Eiden
- —Hyah!
- Garu
- Master... Amazing!
- Yakumo
- Mr Ei... Mr Pampo, that was incredible! You're a fast learner!
- Eiden
- (These two praise everything I do... If I'd crashed head first into the wall, they'd have probably commended me on my amazing braking power...)
- Eiden
- (—Eugh!?)
- Eiden
- (Damn, I think I rolled a little too much! The whole room is shaking...)
- Eiden
- W-Wait a minute... It really is shaking!?
- Garu
- M-Master!
- Yakumo
- Such intense vibrations! Be careful, everyone!
Items fall off tables and cupboard doors fling open. After a few minutes, the shaking finally subsides.
- Eiden
- It stopped... Are you guys okay?
- Garu
- I'm fine, but that was pretty scary...
- Yakumo
- Those vibrations felt very unnatural...
- Garu
- Maybe Master's rolling technique was so powerful that the whole room started shaking in fear?
- Eiden
- Uh, I don't think so... I know we're reenacting the story of the Warrior and the Vampire, but that's going a little too far...
- Aster
- Master!
- Eiden
- Aster? What's wrong—
- Aster
- Wah~~ What should we do!?
- Aster
- T-The spell that controls the doorways... It's gone haywire!
Chaotic Space[edit]
- Background: Yakumo's Bedroom
- Music:BGM023
- Eiden
- So what you're saying is... the spell on the doorways allows you to instantly travel between two spaces... And now it's broken?
- Yakumo
- I tried the door to the library just now and ended up in the bathroom...
- Garu
- And I could smell food in there... Eugh, I don't like eating in the bathroom...
- Eiden
- No wonder I couldn't find the kitchen or the dining room this morning. The layout of the mansion must be totally messed up. We've got no idea which doors lead where.
- Aster
- Wah... I never thought Master Huey's spell might one day break down... What should we do...?
- Eiden
- (The situation must be pretty serious for Aster to get this stressed out...)
- Aster
- —And you just know that dumbass incubus is gonna use this as an excuse to goof off! Banquet season is about to begin! I've got a mountain of invitations to reply to!
- Eiden
- Huh? Are you serious!? We've got much bigger things to be worrying about right now!
- Aster
- For me, it doesn't get much bigger than this!
- Yakumo
- Erm... Will we still be able to go out and buy food? Are there enough provisions within the mansion?
- Garu
- We're gonna run out of food!?
- Aster
- You don't need to worry about that. The spells only apply to the mansion's internal doorways. You can come and go from the mansion as normal.
- Aster
- But... navigating the inside of the mansion is gonna be a huge pain in the ass. Until we've learned where the doorways lead, who knows where we're going to end up.
- Eiden
- Well, you and the servants know this place like the back of your hands. The ones who are gonna struggle most are the rest of us.
- Aster
- Ah, that reminds me! That little rascal, Dante, is here too.
- Eiden
- Huh!? What's Dante doing here!?
- Aster
- He came to discuss a potential partnership, of course.
- Aster
- He might be an impudent little whippersnapper, but he's got a good eye for a deal. He knows who to come to in order to keep the Fire Territory's coffers well-stocked.
- Aster
- I was impressed with the proposal he submitted, so I agreed to let him stay here for free while he holds official talks with the king.
- Eiden
- Well, we better go let him know the situation.
- Eiden
- Garu, can you sniff out Dante's location?
- Garu
- I tried just now, but his scent keeps moving...
- Garu
- Damn... what to do...
- Aster
- Don't fret, Master. I've got some good news —there might just be something useful we can use right here in this very room!
- Yakumo
- Ah? In my room?
- Aster
- That's right. After learning something was seriously wrong, I started searching for Master and discovered something interesting.
- Aster
- Despite the breakdown of the spell, Yakumo's room is still in the exact place it's always been!
- Eiden
- Ah, come to think of it, I couldn't even find the way back to my own room this morning, but I didn't struggle to find Yakumo's.
- Yakumo
- But... I haven't done anything out of the ordinary...
- Aster
- It's not due to anything you've done... If we have to thank someone, I suppose it'd have to be me.
- Aster
- Before you came to live here, Yakumo, I once stashed a few magical items in this room after getting lost on the way to the storeroom...
- Eiden
- ... And then you totally forgot about them?
- Aster
- Hey! You know how busy I am, Master! You can't blame me for being a bit forgetful every now and then, right?
- Aster
- Anyway, I only just remembered... I put them right over—
Aster climbs atop a cabinet and presses against a section of the wall. A hidden door suddenly flings open.
- Background: Yakumo's Bedroom
- Music:None
—And an avalanche of items pours out.
- Eiden
- Aster!
- Aster
- *sob* ... Master, that was so scary... Quick, take me in your arms! Console my frail heart...
- Eiden
- Scary indeed... I can't believe there's a storage compartment hidden in the wall.
- Eiden
- It's a good thing that door is pretty sturdy, or else Yakumo might've been the one buried under all this bria-a-brac...
- Yakumo
- I had no idea there was a hidden compartment in here...
- Aster
- D-Don't look at me like that! Most of this stuff wasn't put here by me, anyhow!
- Aster
- After all, this mansion has changed hands a bunch of times. These items were all left by the previous owners.
- Eiden
- Previous owners, huh...
- Eiden
- Wait a minute! Previous owners!? I thought you built this mansion yourself!?
- Aster
- This place was picked by Master Huey at random! If it were up to me, I'd definitely buy the newest, most glamorous mansion!
- Yakumo
- Ah!
- Eiden
- Yakumo!? What's wrong?
- Yakumo
- Sorry, it's nothing. It's just... buried in the pile of items, there's some clothing...
- Garu
- Ah! A vampire outfit!
- Yakumo
- This outfit looks just like the one we saw performers wear. In fact, it perfectly matches the description in the books.
- Eiden
- Wow, it looks awesome! And it's been especially well preserved.
- Aster
- ... That's because it contains a space-stabilizing spell.
- Eiden
- Huh? You don't mean...
- Aster
- That's right~ Congratulations, Master! Just as I predicted, this outfit is the reason Yakumo's room has remained unaffected by the breakdown of Master Huey's spell.
- Aster
- I'd always guessed the owner had placed a spell on the outfit to keep it safe. Who'd have thought it would help us out in our current predicament?
- Eiden
- Space-stabilizing, huh... So if we wear these outfits, does that mean we can move around the mansion like normal?
- Aster
- I would say so, but that does nothing to solve the problem at its root. It won't fix the spell.
- Eiden
- It'll have to do for now. Let's go find, Dante.
- Aster
- Alright~ I'll leave Lord Jackass to you, Master. I'll go see if I can find any information on techniques that might help us fix the spell.
- Eiden
- Alright guys...
- Eiden
- Eh!?
- Yakumo
- M-Mr Eiden... Does Mr Aster really want us to wear these outfits?
- Garu
- Master... I-I want to wear one too...
- Eiden
- (Haha, these two look super excited. They sure are big fans of that story.)
- Eiden
- No problem! It just so happens there are three outfits in different sizes. Let's try them on.
- Eiden
- Whoa, this is great quality material! It feels like a high-grade, custom-made outfit... Yakumo, Garu, how do your outfits feel?
- Yakumo
- Human, did you call my hallowed name?
- Eiden
- What the!?
- Eiden
- That sounded so cool, Yakumo! Just like a real noble!
- Yakumo
- R-Really? Forgive me, I couldn't help myself... I feel so embarrassed...
- Eiden
- Haha, no need to apologize! Was that one of the Vampire's lines?
- Yakumo
- That's right. It's his very first line.
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden... your outfit is wonderful too.
- Yakumo
- It might look similar to your regular clothing, but it somehow makes you feel like a real character from the story, ready to set out on a big adventure...
- Eiden
- That's the magic of cosplay!
- Garu
- Cosplay? What's that?
- Eiden
- Whoa! Garu, what's that on your head...
- Yakumo
- It's a pampo, complete with ears. How adorable!
- Garu
- Ah, adorable? I wanna look as handsome as you do, Yakumo...
- Yakumo
- But... that outfit perfectly accentuates your muscular physique, Garu. Just one look and anyone can tell you possess great strength.
- Garu
- R-Really?
- Yakumo
- Really! What's more, in volume four, the Warrior dons a similar outfit in order to deceive his enemies!
- Garu
- T-The Warrior wore this outfit too... So now we really are like a group of adventurers, just like in the story!
- Yakumo
- I was just thinking that too! Once we've found Mr Dante, we should wear these outfits and read volume four together! What do you say?
- Garu
- Awesome—
- Karu
- —Is that what you thought I would say!?
- Yakumo
- E-Eh!?
- Eiden
- Karu? What are you doing here all of a sudden?
- Karu
- Hmph, I couldn't listen to any more of that rubbish. You lot are pathetic! How can you be satisfied with just reading a story!?
- Karu
- We already have the outfits. It's time to go on a real adventure!
- Yakumo
- A real...
- Eiden
- Adventure?
Unruly Essence & Pampos[edit]
- Background: Hallway
- Music:None
- Eiden
- (We might be searching for Dante, but...)
- Karu
- Listen here! If we're setting out on a real adventure, we can't allow our presence to be detected. We have to stay close to the walls, like this!
- Yakumo
- U-Understood!
- Eiden
- (... You can totally see his foot sticking out from behind the wall.)
- Karu
- As we approach our target, we have to be quick, ferocious and fearless—
- Karu
- —Ugh!
- Eiden
- (Tripped over his own bandages... but stuck the landing pretty well. Right in front of a suit of armor...)
- Eiden
- Uh, Karu, are you alright...?
- Karu
- S-Silence! I was making the most of this outfit's special powers! It's not my fault if you're too foolish to see that!
- Karu
- Yakumo, your turn!
- Yakumo
- Alright! Here I go!
- Yakumo
- Whew...
- Karu
- ......!
- Eiden
- Awesome!
- Yakumo
- It's all thanks to your amazing guidance, Karu. Did I do okay?
- Karu
- ... Hmph, not quite as good as me, but I suppose I can take you on as an apprentice...
- Karu
- Ah? What was that, Garu!?
- Yakumo
- ......?
- Eiden
- (Are those two having an internal conversation? Don't get to see this too often...)
- Karu
- S-Shut your trap! How can you say Yakumo performed better than me!?
- Karu
- Tch! This kind of adventure is far too pitiful! If there were monsters, I could show you the true extent of my unfathomable power!
- Yakumo
- Monsters... That sounds dangerous... Mr Eiden, make sure not to stray too far.
- Eiden
- Don't worry, I can look after myself. But...
- Eiden
- Apart from Momo and his crew, I don't think we'll be encountering any actual monsters inside the mansion...
- Karu
- Huh? *sniff*...
- Karu
- ... Hah, spoke too soon! I detect monsters invading the mansion as we speak.
- Eiden
- For real? Karu, you better not be playing around—
- Yakumo
- ... He's telling the truth. I sense them too... Coming from the direction of the lounge.
- Eiden
- The lounge? Wait a minute... Isn't that where Dante—
- Monster
- Grarr...
- Eiden
- No way... This muddy essence... How the hell did the window in the lounge get connected to the Dead Zone?
- Yakumo
- And now monsters have started coming in...
- Karu
- Kehehe, perfect! It's time to show you real power!
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden, watch out!
- Eiden
- Monsters jumping out from under the bed... It's like a bad horror movie in here! Thanks for saving me, Yakumo.
- Yakumo
- I'm just glad I made it to you in time... It really is getting dangerous—
- Yakumo
- Ugh... ngh?
- Yakumo
- Heh...
- Eiden
- Yakumo?
- Yakumo
- Ah, sorry... I'm fine.
- Yakumo
- (I know Mr Eiden nearly got hurt, but I need to keep my emotions under control... I'm doing okay... My power is still stable...)
- Yakumo
- (But... that strange feeling just now...)
- Yakumo
- Karu!
- Karu
- *pant*... *pant*... What a pathetic attempt at a sneak attack! Hey! Never lose focus during a battle!
- Yakumo
- Apologies... Thank you for saving me, Karu.
- Karu
- Hmph, I'd suffer great humiliation if I couldn't even protect my own apprentice...
- Karu
- —Shut it, Garu! I didn't even break a sweat! Stop trying to steal the limelight!
- Yakumo
- Where's Mr Dante? I can't see him anywhere...
- Eiden
- ... Hmm, wait! If I remember correctly, the lounge has two windows. If this one is connected to the Dead Zone, then the other—
- Monster
- GRARAR!
Before they can get a good look, the monsters in the room leap through the second window.
- Karu
- How dare you try to escape!
- Eiden
- Yakumo, let's go!
- Yakumo
- Alright!
- Eiden
- Look at all these pampo fields... Just where are we?
- Yakumo
- I think this is Lolo Village... It's located in the Light Territory...
- Monster
- Ugh...
- Eiden
- Over there—
- Eiden
- Ah!
Following the cries, Eiden spies a red-haired warrior engaged in a dogfight with the monsters. Several terrified villagers lay fallen nearby.
- Eiden
- Dante! We're here!
- Dante
- Don't get in my way! Get the villagers out of here and leave these pests to me!
- Karu
- You're the one getting in my way!
- Yakumo
- E-Everyone, hurry this way!
- Eiden
- (Damn, the monsters are no match for those three. They're already starting to flee—)
- Karu
- As we approach our target, we have to be quick, ferocious and fearless—
- Eiden
- —Here I go!
As the fleeing monsters bound his way, Eiden dodges to the side.
The monsters leap through the window to the lounge so fast that they head straight through the other window and back to the Dead Zone.- Background: Village
- Music:None
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden!
- Eiden
- Hehe, I might have no battle power, but I can help out in my own little way—
- Eiden
- ... Ah, looks like one of them caught my hair on the way past... Luckily, just a few strands...
- Yakumo
- Hah...
- Yakumo
- (Not again... My power is under control, but this rising sensation... What could it...)
- Yakumo
- Ugh...!
- Eiden
- Yakumo? Are you alright?
- Yakumo
- I won't let you come to harm, Mr Eiden... Don't worry... I'll protect you.
- Eiden
- Protect me...? I'm totally fine! But... why are you smiling like that?
- Yakumo
- (I'm... smiling? Aaahh...)
- Yakumo
- That's right... I'll protect you. Mr Eiden, please get behind me.
- Eiden
- (... What's going on? I've never seen Yakumo's serpent look so lifelike before...)
- Eiden
- Yakumo, try to stay calm—
The serpent, carrying a dense black aura, brushes past Eiden's cheek, skewering one of the remaining monsters to the ground.
- Eiden
- ... Yakumo...?
- Karu
- W-Where did this black wind come from!?
- Dante
- ... Such terrifying essence.
- Dante
- Allowing yourself to lose control like this. Unacceptable.
- Yakumo
- Hehe...
- Strong Villager
- The fences in the fields have all been destroyed!
- Simple Villager
- Gah! My pampos! They're totally ruined!
- Eiden
- (No, this isn't the normal Yakumo!)
- Eiden
- Yakumo! Stop this!
- Karu
- Hey! Wake up!
Quick as a flash, Karu pounces toward Yakumo, wrapping his legs around the serpent yokai's waist while holding back his arms.
- Yakumo
- Ugh!
- Eiden
- (Yakumo's letting up!)
- Karu
- Human slave! Do something! Quick!
- Eiden
- W-What can I do...?
- Eiden
- (Shit! No time to think!)
- Eiden
- Sorry, Yakumo! Hyaaah!
- Background: Village
- Music:None
- Eiden
- Eugh...
Sweeping through the pampo fields, Yakumo's hurricane of darkness begins to subside. Meanwhile, Eiden's head spins.
- Yakumo
- *pant*... *pant*... ? M-Mr Eiden?
- Eiden
- Damn... That kills... What is your head... made of...
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden!
Ravaged Fields & Candy[edit]
- Eiden
- Is this the last fence? Alright—
Eiden stretches and lets out a big sigh of relief.
- Eiden
- Phew~ That should just about do it for tidying up the fields. I bet Karu is totally exhausted.
- Garu
- He said he wasn't tired, but he fell fast asleep as soon as we swapped places.
- Yakumo
- ......
- Eiden
- (Yakumo must be feeling guilty... I should say something...)
- Eiden
- Yakumo, thanks to you, the rest of the monsters fled back to the Dead Zone. You really saved us back there.
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden, thank you... Don't worry about me, I'm okay.
- Eiden
- Are you sure?
- Yakumo
- I'm sure. It's just... I don't really understand. I keep telling myself to use my powers only to protect others... So why...
- Yakumo
- (It's so strange... I controlled my anger and focused on protecting Mr Eiden, but somehow... I caused even more damage than usual... And... Mr Eiden said I was... smiling...)
- Dante
- Telling yourself to do something without undertaking the necessary training is useless. It's no wonder you lost control.
- Dante
- I suggest you reflect on your actions and the harm they've caused.
- Yakumo
- *sob*... You're right, Mr Dante. I need to work much harder. Look at the state of these pampos...
- Simple Villager
- Oi, Mr Red Hair, you weren't saying that a minute ago!
- Strong Villager
- Yeah! You said if this dark-haired gentleman hadn't attacked the monsters, the fields would be in an even worse state. He was the only one who could properly protect us.
- Eiden
- Oh~ Mr Red Hair said that, did he?
- Dante
- Hmph, I speak in nothing but facts. It's also a fact that your actions caused harm, and you require intense training.
- Garu
- Yeah! Train and get super strong! Let's get stronger together, Yakumo!
- Yakumo
- ... Thank you, Garu.
- Aster
- As for the damage caused, don't worry~ I've already settled everything.
- Eiden
- Huh!? Aster? When did you get here?
- Aster
- I could sense that sinister essence from the hallway and rushed here at top speed to make sure you were safe, Master!
- Aster
- I had no idea the spell was so broken that a portal to the Dead Zone opened up! Scary!
- Yakumo
- ......
- Aster
- But enough about that. In order to settle the matter here, I gave the village chief a sack of gold coins and bought up all the damaged pampos.
- Village Chief
- Oh-ho, you really are too kind! The damage is no big deal. After all, we were going to use these pampos to make pampo candy...
- Garu
- Pampo candy? Made from pampos?
- Village Chief
- That's right. It's a seasonal specialty of our village. Flocks of people arrive around this time of year to get their hands on our famous pampo candy.
- Aster
- Ah... I feel like I've seen this somewhere before...
- Aster
- Ah, that's it! Master Huey once brought a box back with him!
- Eiden
- Huh? Huey!?
- Village Chief
- Indeed. Grand Sorcerer Huey once passed through the village and took an interest in the pampo fields.
- Village Chief
- He collected up a bunch and used them to make candy. The villagers watched and studied his methods, and we've carried on the tradition ever since.
- Village Chief
- We've got a freshly-made batch right here. Come and have a try!
- Garu
- They smell great... Nom, nom...
- Garu
- M-Master! These... They're amazing!
- Eiden
- For real? I better try one... Nom, nom...
- Eiden
- Wow, such rich pampo flavor! Sweet but not sickly, and so natural tasting.
- Yakumo
- Just one piece and my mouth is filled with a refreshing coolness... It tastes like several pampos concentrated into one tiny bite-sized treat.
- Dante
- This candy...
- Dante
- Although weak, it contains the power of the elemental spirits.
- Eiden
- Huh? How come...? Has it been blessed somehow?
- Yakumo
- I remember Mr Olivine once saying that the elemental spirits' power is a gift from nature, so a blessing isn't always necessary...
- Eiden
- Ah, you're right!
- Eiden
- I thought only places with tons of essence like the Wood Territory could give plants and animals these kinds of powers. Other places can too?
- Dante
- The power of the elemental spirits can be found all around. It's just a matter of quantity.
- Dante
- I would hazard a guess that Huey used some sort of trick, as Yakumo described, to make the original pampos more concentrated in flavor.
- Dante
- That must be the reason why I'm able to sense their power.
- Eiden
- You've got a keen eye, Dante. I can't sense anything... Could this be why pampo candy is so popular?
- Dante
- The candy's power should have little effect on normal people, but as for us, with our higher levels of essence—
- Garu
- Master! I'm so full of energy! I feel like I could fight off a hundred monsters at once!
- Yakumo
- I feel a warmth... spreading from my core to the rest of my body.
- Eiden
- Now that you mention it...
- Eiden
- (I did feel a power coursing through my body, but it disappeared pretty fast.)
- Dante
- High essence levels seem to have the effect of amplifying the elemental spirits' power, almost like using magic. However, the effects don't last long.
- Eiden
- I suppose so, but apart from giving a little energy boost, it doesn't seem like this candy does much else...
- Aster
- Hmm... The way I see it, this candy might have the power to fix the broken spell.
- Eiden
- Huh? Aster, did you find out what made the spell go haywire?
- Aster
- You bet I did! I spent ages rifling through the "Master Huey Box of Goodies" that dumbass incubus keeps in his room and finally found a clue!
- Aster
- I'd always thought the space-bending spell was created through Master Huey's power alone, but it turns out the elemental spirits lent a hand too.
- Aster
- I'm guessing that without Master Huey around to regulate the elemental spirits' power, the spell has started to destabilize...
- Aster
- As I said, there's no way a spell based on Master Huey's power alone could break!
- Eiden
- So you're saying, if we eat the candy and release the power of the elemental spirits, we can fix the spell and return the mansion to normal?
- Aster
- In theory, yes. I've been racking my brains thinking how we could do it, and I think pampo candy is worth a try.
- Aster
- As for the matter of funding, leave that to yours truly—super cute and reliable as ever! Mr Village Chief, it's time we had a little chat!
- Eiden
- Haha, anyone who comes to the village for pampo candy this year might be a little disappointed...
- Solemn Knight
- We received word of a monster attack in the local area. Could someone fill me in on the situation?
- Eiden
- Oh, the knights are here...
- Eiden
- (How the hell are we supposed to explain this? Erm, sorry, our house has gone a bit crazy and monsters have started pouring in through a portal to the Dead Zone.)
- Eiden
- (They then entered another portal and attacked a Light Territory village...! He'll probably throw me in an insane asylum...)
- Dante
- Let me handle this. The rest of you can head back.
- Yakumo
- Are you sure? It was me who caused all the damage. I should be the one to...
- Dante
- No need. I was the first one here and have the best grasp of the situation. You're better off eating candy in the mansion than standing around here.
- Garu
- Agreed! Master, if we do as the Sun Lord says, we'll be able to fix the spell, right?
- Eiden
- So you can read Dante like a book too, huh... Alright, we'll leave it to you, kindhearted Mr Red Hair~
- Dante
- Enough drivel. Go!
- Eiden
- Nom!
Eiden takes a bite of pampo candy and feels a warmth bubble up inside.
Reaching out a hand, he touches each doorway and attempts to stabilize the warped spaces within.- Garu
- As long as... nom, nom... we keep eating candy, we can restore the mansion to normal. Awesome~
- Eiden
- Alright, we're almost done. Just the library left to fix.
- Garu
- Ah, we're nearly finished already?
- Garu
- So much happened today! We chose code names, did a little training, and even battled with monsters... It really was like in the books! Don't you think, Yakumo?
- Yakumo
- ... Ah?
- Yakumo
- Ah, that's right... It's as if we went on a real adventure of our own.
- Eiden
- (He said he was fine, but he still looks a little down... I'll go have a chat with him in a bit.)
- Garu
- Master, this window over here seems pretty strange.
- Eiden
- What do you mean... Uh...
- Eiden
- (I know it's due to the breakdown of the spell, but the library connecting to the stables is way too weird! That horse over there looks terrified!)
- Garu
- I've eaten tons of candy, but I can't get this one to change back to normal.
- Eiden
- Maybe it needs more power... How about all three of us try at once?
- Garu
- Good idea!
- Eiden
- Yakumo, come join us over here.
- Yakumo
- Okay...
- Eiden
- Huh? Did you guys hear that?
- Garu
- Master! Behind you!
Age-Old Master of the Mansion[edit]
- Background: Library
- Music:None
- Yakumo
- The bookcase... It's moving?
- Garu
- Ah, behind the bookcase... There's a door...
- Eiden
- It looks ancient. Check out all that rust and peeling paint. What could a door like this be doing here?
- Yakumo
- (... What's going on? My essence... It's starting to fluctuate...)
- Garu
- Master, this door looks just like one we saw during the performance earlier. Look, this is the cave symbol. It means there's treasure inside.
- Eiden
- Wow~ It might be Aster's secret treasure room or something.
- Garu
- It's unlocked... I'll take a quick look!
- Yakumo
- Wait—
- ? ?
- Kehehe...
- Yakumo
- Garu! Don't get too close! There's something in there!
- Garu
- Eh—
A blast of thick, black mist bursts through the doorway and straight toward the group.
- Garu
- (—So fast! No time to dodge!)
- Yakumo
- Ugh...!
- Garu
- Yakumo!?
- Eiden
- (The mist... It totally swallowed up Yakumo!?)
- Possessed Yakumo
- ...Hah...
- Possessed Yakumo
- ... Finally, after all these years of waiting so restlessly... My hallowed name finally...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh, is that so? You have a love of adventure too? And you hold a darkness suppressed deep within... Hmm, I understand.
- Eiden
- Yakumo? W-Why are you speaking like the Vampire all of a sudden?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh, so this body belongs to an individual named "Yakumo", does it?
- Garu
- Yakumo's scent has changed... Master, that's not Yakumo!
- Eiden
- (Changed...?)
- Possessed Yakumo
- You can tell just by smell, eh...? So ghosts have scents too? How very intriguing.
- Eiden
- (Ghosts...? Don't tell me...)
- Eiden
- Who are you?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Where are my manners? My name is Duke Vlad. Centuries ago, I was master of this mansion.
- Possessed Yakumo
- I've taken a fancy to this body. As such, it now belongs to me.
- Garu
- ... Eh...
- Garu
- Are you... kidnapping Yakumo?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Very clever, young man. That's exactly—
- Garu
- No! You can't do that!
- Eiden
- Wait a minute!
Eiden instinctively blocks the young wolf yokai from pouncing toward Yakumo's captor. Garu stares at the Duke, eyes filled with impatience, confusion... and fear.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Words won't help you. If you want your comrade back, come find me before sunset. If you're late this body will remain trapped underground forever more.
- Eiden
- Wait—
- Eiden
- Shit, he disappeared back through the doorway...
- Garu
- Yakumo! Yakumo! You better not hurt him!
- Eiden
- Garu, wait up!
- Garu
- Why won't you let me go, Master? Yakumo's been kidnapped... I need to help—
- Eiden
- We don't know what lies behind that door! It's too dangerous to just run in without thinking!
- Garu
- But... It's all my fault! If Yakumo hadn't tried to save me—
- Eiden
- Garu—Ugh! Stop! Don't be so impulsive—!
- Eiden
- (He's so strong... I can't hold him back much longer!)
- Blade
- Darling~ What are you two doing?
- Eiden
- Blade! Perfect! Help me restrain Garu!
- Blade
- No problem~
- Blade
- Nom, nom~ So, that's why the whole mansion went pacha-pacha while I was reading.
- Blade
- And then you guys went to some pampo fields, did a little poco-poco, and then came back and ate tons of super sweet candy.
- Blade
- And then Little Yakumo got taken away by a ghost. Swoosh!
- Eiden
- Erm, I guess that's just about the gist of it...
- Garu
- We need to rescue Yakumo soon, or else...
- Eiden
- (Garu calmed down a little once Blade arrived, but he still seems on edge. I'm worried about Yakumo too...)
- Eiden
- Just now, that Duke Vlad guy referred to himself as a ghost... Are there really ghosts in this world!?
- Blade
- A ghost? Do you mean the mixture of obsession and essence that was stuck to Yakumo's body?
- Eiden
- Huh? Obsession...?
- Blade
- It's not dangerous, just a little annoying. I met one just like it while I was undertaking my mission.
- Blade
- It seemed interested in me and kept trying to stick to my body. I couldn't get it off no matter how much I shook~
- Eiden
- (That actually sounds pretty similar to the image I have in my head of a ghost... Obsession, possessing another's body...)
- Eiden
- (I never thought I'd see one with my own eyes, though. Just another day in a parallel world, I guess...)
- Eiden
- So... what happened? How did you get it off?
- Blade
- With essence.
- Garu
- Essence?
- Blade
- Yeah~ The one who sent me on my mission said ghosts are made from essence.
- Blade
- If you hit them with a powerful blast of essence, you can send them flying off into the sky like zooooom~
- Garu
- ......
- Eiden
- A powerful blast of essence...
As Eiden ponders, the room begins to shake accompanied by a distant cry.
- Aster
- Dammit! Don't break again! Why does this side need twice as much elemental spirit power as everywhere else!?
- Eiden
- Uh...
- Garu
- Master... is it almost sunset?
- Eiden
- (We urgently need to save Yakumo, but Aster... Who knows what other mishaps might occur if the spell isn't completely fixed...)
- Blade
- Darling~ I'll go help Little Aster. You two can go rescue Little Yakumo.
- Eiden
- Eh? Are you sure?
- Blade
- Yeah~ I like repairing houses. Plus, I saw Little Yakumo just before he disappeared.
- Blade
- I didn't sense any hostility from the essence stuck to his body. He shouldn't be in any danger!
- Eiden
- Huh...?
Heading through the door, Eiden and Garu enter a long, dark corridor.
- Garu
- *sniff*... Master, I can smell the ghost. He's straight ahead.
- Eiden
- It's so dark... Garu, be careful—
- Eiden
- Huh!?
- Eiden
- Dammit, it's locked!
- Garu
- Master! Look over there!
At the other end of the corridor, a door opens with an eerie creek.
- Eiden
- ... Let's go check it out.
- Eiden
- Whoa...! Who knew there was such a huge room buried underneath the mansion!?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Ah, the pleasures of space-bending magic!
- Possessed Yakumo
- Welcome to my castle! You are my very first guests—
- Garu
- Bad ghost! Give back Yakumo!
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh-ho... Such an uncouth young man. Rather than ghost...
- Possessed Yakumo
- I'd much rather you call me Vampire.
- Garu
- Master! Gah—!
Garu releases his essence, sending a dusty blast of smoke Yakumo's way.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh?
- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM019
- Possessed Yakumo
- A wolf yokai's essence... That almost tickled.
- Garu
- N-No effect?
- Eiden
- (Why the empashis on wolf yokai...? Blade said we'd need to use a powerful blast of essence, but... Is Garu's essence alone not enought...?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Kehehe, if you can pass the test and find the key, I suppose I could consider returning your friend to you.
- Garu
- What test!?
- Possessed Yakumo
- No need to be so hasty. You'll find out soon enough. I'm most excited to see how you perform.
- Garu
- You! Hey, don't go—
As Garu takes a step forward, an object fires from a crack in the wall. Ducking instinctively, the shot narrowly misses his head.
- Eiden
- Garu!
- Garu
- I'm okay!
- Eiden
- I'm guessing this is the test he was talking about.
- Eiden
- (Huh? I thought it was an arrow... but it's just a small wooden rod with a rounded tip...)
- Garu
- Is it a trap?
- Eiden
- Yeah, I'm guessing this whole room is filled with booby traps to stop us from getting to the next room.
- Garu
- Master... do we have to work out how to beat the traps? But, Yakumo...
- Eiden
- Don't worry. He went through all the trouble of setting up this test. I doubt he'll do anything to hurt Yakumo before the test is over.
- Garu
- ... Alright, got it.
- Eiden
- (Hmm... something's definitely off. The ghost seems like he's having fun... And Blade said he sensed no hostility...)
Worried Heart[edit]
- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM023
- Eiden
- No matter how I look at it, I just can't work out the mechanism behind these traps...
- Garu
- Let me go first, Master. Once I've checked it's safe, you can follow.
- Eiden
- Hey, I'm not gonna use you as some kind of shield—
- Garu
- Of course! I know you would never do that, Master!
- Garu
- But we'll find the traps quicker this way. I'll evade any attacks that come, so just leave it to me.
- Eiden
- (I've never seen Garu so serious before...)
- Eiden
- ... I suppose you're right. No one can rival your reflexes. I'll leave this to you.
- Eiden
- —But try not to overexert yourself, okay?
- Garu
- Okay! I'll try my best! If I'm not strong enough, I'll just have to get stronger!
- Eiden
- Huh? That's not exactly what I meant—
Garu dodges the shots with footwork as swift as the projectiles themselves. However, there's no time to relax. Several pieces of huge red fruit drop from the ceiling.
- Garu
- Oh!
- Eiden
- (Amazing! He dodged them all!)
The pieces of fruit smash against the floor, leaving a puddle of bubbling red fluid in their wake.
- Garu
- Ah, this is sticky fruit. It's so sticky that it'll glue your mouth shut with just one bite.
- Eiden
- (Looking at that expression of his... he's definitely speaking from experience...)
- Garu
- Alright... I better keep moving.
- Garu
- This is stinky mud. Touch it and you'll stink for a whole month. Even a thousand showers wouldn't be enough.
- Garu
- And these spores... If they touch your body, you'll start growing long hairs everywhere. They're impossible to cut short. Super annoying...
- Eiden
- (... These sound more like practical jokes than life-threatening booby traps...)
- Garu
- Master, I'm almost to the other side! Wait just a little longer—
All of a sudden, the wall next to the door opens up, releasing an intense blast of water.
- Garu
- Agh!?
- Eiden
- Great—
- Eiden
- —Huh!?
- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM019
- Garu
- Oh no... Master!
- Garu
- H-He rolled out of the way...
- Eiden
- *pant*... It's a good thing we practiced rolling this morning. My body acted totally on its own.
- Garu
- ......
- Eiden
- Alright! I made it over here too! It's all thanks to you, Garu! Come here and let me give you a head rub!
- Garu
- Hmm...
- Eiden
- (Huh? When I say that, he normally sprints right over...)
- Eiden
- Garu? Is everything okay? Are you hurt?
- Garu
- I-I'm fine! It's just... I... I...
- Garu
- *sob*—
- Eiden
- Eh!? What's wrong? Don't cry—
- Garu
- I-I'm not crying! Karu will get angry if I cry... I said I'm not crying! You don't need to come out, Karu!
- Eiden
- (... He's trying so hard not to cry that his shoulders are shaking...)
- Eiden
- Garu, you're gonna make me... and Karu, worried. Why don't you tell me what's wrong?
- Garu
- I...
- Garu
- ... Because I dodged, you nearly got...
- Eiden
- What are you talking about? It was because of you leading the way that I was able to—
- Eiden
- —Ah, you mean that blast of water just now? Don't worry about that. I managed to dodge it...
- Garu
- But... what if you didn't dodge it!? You could have got hurt, Master!
- Garu
- ... Yakumo too... Because I wasn't strong enough... Not fast enough... He pushed me out the way, and...
- Garu
- (My heart hurts so much... Feels like it's gonna split open... This feeling... Why...)
- Eiden
- Garu?
- Eiden
- (What's going on? He's gone all pale...)
- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM024
- Eiden
- Feeling a little better?
- Garu
- Yeah... Thanks, Master...
- Eiden
- ... Garu... have you been blaming yourself for Yakumo getting possessed and me almost getting hit by that water?
- Garu
- Yeah... These kinds of things wouldn't happen if I was just a little stronger...
- Eiden
- Hmm, I understand what you're saying. After all...
- Eiden
- I'm the weakest one out of all of us! If anyone's to blame, it's me.
- Garu
- Ah? No way—
- Eiden
- It's true. You and Karu and Yakumo are all great at battling against monsters. But all I can do is run and hide like a total weakling.
- Garu
- I-It's not your fault, Master! No one blames you!
- Eiden
- Huh? So... is it your fault that you're not strong enough?
- Garu
- I...
- Eiden
- I don't think it is. So stop trying to take all the blame , okay?
Eiden reaches out his hand and gives Garu another head rub. Garu's pained expression disappears, but Eiden still senses anxiety in his eyes.
- Garu
- But... Master, if I'm not strong enough, others might try to rescue me and get hurt themselves...
- Eiden
- Hmm... So if you got hurt while trying to rescue me, would you blame me?
- Garu
- Of course not! You're super important to me, Master!
- Garu
- ... Ah.
- Garu
- Did Yakumo protect me... because I'm important to him too...?
- Eiden
- I'd say so. But the best way to find out is to rescue him and ask him yourself!
- Garu
- ... Yeah!
- Garu
- Master, you're so smart! Amazing!
- Eiden
- C'mon, without you here, I wouldn't be able to do a thing. If I'm amazing, it's only because I've got you by my side.
- Garu
- By your side...
- Eiden
- Look, the next door is up ahead. Let's go!
Fighting for Control[edit]
- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM023
- Garu
- Gah, it's locked... Master, didn't we already pass the test?
- Eiden
- There weren't any more traps on the way here... I was guessing we'd already passed too...
- Eiden
- —Ah, the key!
- Garu
- Ah, that's right! That bad, bad ghost said... if we find a k-k-k... *yawn*...
- Eiden
- Feeling tired?
- Eiden
- Crying always makes people pretty tired. How about we take a rest—
- Garu
- I-I wasn't crying! And I'm... I'm... *yawn*... not tired...
- Eiden
- (He can barely keep his eyes open... Seems he really cares about what Karu thinks of him. I better remember to ask him about that later.)
- Eiden
- Sorry, Garu. My mistake. You must be feeling tired because of all the energy you spent on evading those traps.
- Eiden
- We're out of danger for now, so take a rest and leave finding the key to me, okay?
- Garu
- Hmm...
- Eiden
- (Hah... I said leave it to me, but this room is huge!)
- Eiden
- (There's so much furniture, and all those traps going off has made an absolute mess of the place. It's like trying to find a needle in a—)
- Eiden
- (Huh?)
Following the wreckage from the traps, something shiny catches Eiden's eye. Looking more closely, he sees a golden key hanging from the water trap in the wall.
- Eiden
- Found it!
- Garu
- So fast! You're amazing, Master!
- Eiden
- Well... more like it was purposely left there in plain sight to anyone who passes the test can easily find it...
- Eiden
- (Plus, although those traps were a little scary, they weren't really that dangerous...)
- Eiden
- Well, whatever. Let's open this door.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Heh...
As he opens the door, a cold wind brushes against Eiden's back.
Coming to his senses, he feels an ice-cold hand pressed against his carotid artery. He stands frozen to the spot.- Background: Vlad's Room
- Music:BGM018
- Garu
- Master!
- Possessed Yakumo
- Stay right there or your Master's life will end here and now...
- Garu
- Gah...!
- Eiden
- You... Are you going against your word? We passed your test.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Indeed... I had planned on waiting in the next room to welcome you, however...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Your blood smells absolutely divine.
- Eiden
- ... Huh?
- Garu
- Y-You want to suck Master's blood? I won't let you!
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh? It seems he knows only too well how the script goes. How wonderful...
- Eiden
- (Script...?)
- Possessed Yakumo
- Don't be nervous. The pain will last but a few short moments...
- Possessed Yakumo
- From now on, you'll be my comrade-in-arms, forever living in the shadows, relying on the blood of others to survive.
- Garu
- Master—
- Garu
- —Ugh!
- Eiden
- Hey... you...
Before he can collect his thoughts, Eiden feels warm breath against his neck and fangs on his skin. A fierce chill runs up his spine.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Say farewell to your freedom—
- Possessed Yakumo
- ... Ugh?
- Eiden
- ......?
- Background:None
- Music:BGM019
- Yakumo
- ... No... I won't let you...
- Eiden
- Huh?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Ugh... ah... Y-You... meddlesome... Gah!
- Yakumo
- I won't... let you hurt Mr Eiden—!
- Eiden
- Y-Yakumo!?
- Possessed Yakumo
- I've possessed your body. How can you... still...!
- Eiden
- (Wait... Is Yakumo wrestling with the ghost for control of his body?)
- Eiden
- Yakumo! You can do it!
- Yakumo
- M-Mr Eiden... I-It seems... I can't...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Tch! Quiet down!
- Karu
- You're the one...
- Karu
- ... who needs to quiet down!
- Eiden
- Karu!?
- Karu
- Don't get so arrogant, filthy Vampire! How dare you make my body tremble!
- Eiden
- (Tremble... Was Garu scared just now?)
- Eiden
- What happened to Garu—
- Eiden
- (Karu... Did he just slap my hand away?)
- Karu
- ......
- Possessed Yakumo
- This body... It's harder to control than I expected... Time to reassess the situation...!
- Eiden
- And... he disappeared...
- Eiden
- How come you came out all of a sudden, Karu? Is Garu okay?
- Karu
- You hypocrite! I would never had to come out if you hadn't driven Garu to the point of exhaustion!
- Karu
- You said you wanted to work together, but you're utterly useless! All you can do is stand around and wait to be rescued... Hmph, I've always known humans are not to be trusted!
- Karu
- Tch, when push comes to shove, I'm the one who has to save the day!
- Eiden
- Karu, wait—
- Karu
- Don't speak my name!
- Eiden
- (... It's impossible to talk to him when he's all angry like this... I'll just have to follow him for now.)
Culinary Guesswork[edit]
- Background: Dark Corridor (EE)
- Music:BGM023
- Karu
- ......
- Eiden
- ......
- Karu
- Human, stop following me!
- Eiden
- This is the only way to go...
- Karu
- Ugh—I'm so angry right now! I don't want to see your face! Stay away from me!
- Eiden
- (... Huh? This smell... Food? And the faint scent of flowers...)
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh-ho... Allow me to offer the warmest of welcomes to my two honored guests.
- Possessed Yakumo
- I've specially prepared a feast for the both of you. Will it be the finest banquet of your lives... or perhaps the very last meal you ever enjoy?
- Karu
- Food!? How did you...
- Eiden
- Yeah, there's clearly no one else around here apart from you. How the hell did you make so many dishes in such a short time—
- Karu
- How could a wicked fiend like you prepare such a delicious feast!? I would have expected rotten meat!
- Eiden
- (... I think he's missing the point... Can't argue with his logic, though.)
- Possessed Yakumo
- Indeed... these dishes are illusions created through magic. As such, they provide no genuine nourishment. However, the tastes and smells are very much real.
- Eiden
- If you're in a good enough mood to put on a feast for us... I'm guessing Yakumo failed in trying to get his body back.
- Possessed Yakumo
- To tell you the truth, he gave me an awful fright. I may have won out in the end, but I have to admit I'm impressed with his fighting spirit.
- Eiden
- (He seems pretty open to answering questions... Better see what I can get out of him.)
- Eiden
- It seems we can't just rely on Yakumo to wrestle back control... So tell me, how exactly can we get him back?
- Possessed Yakumo
- In one of these dishes, I've hidden the key to the entrance. If you can find it within three attempts, I'll return his body and let all of you go free from harm.
- Karu
- Hah! A real challenge. No need for you to interfere, Human. I'll take care of this... *sniff*—
- Eiden
- (Huh? The scent of flowers... Did it suddenly grow stronger?)
- Karu
- Ugh! It smells grea— Wait, no, it stinks! Gah, my nose!
- Eiden
- Karu!? Are you alright?
- Karu
- Q-Quiet, Human! Stop interfering!
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh-ho, scented candles are rather useful. After all, our young lupine friend has a rather adept sense of smell. It wouldn't do to let him have too much of an advantage.
- Karu
- Y-You fiend! Achoo! Achoo!
- Eiden
- (So that's where the smell of flowers was coming from... This scent must be pretty intense for Karu with his keen sense of smell.)
- Possessed Yakumo
- I haven't yet finished explaining the rules. As my first-ever guests, I'll give you a special bonus. If you can't find the key within three guesses, I'll let you leave.
- Possessed Yakumo
- However... this body will remain here with me for all eternity.
- Eiden
- (He's made it clear ever since we first met him that he wants to keep Yakumo's body...)
- Eiden
- (I might not be sensing any sinister intentions, but I still can't say for sure what his endgame is...)
- Possessed Yakumo
- Come! You have three guesses in total. Who would like to take the honor of going first?
- Karu
- Achoo!... I-I'll go first!
- Eiden
- Karu? Your nose is running. Don't force yourself—
- Karu
- This is nothing... *sniff* ... I won't be deterred!
- Karu
- Vile Vampire, I choose this one!
- Possessed Yakumo
- The roasted beast ribs, eh? Fine choice.
- Karu
- Hehe, got it in one—
- Possessed Yakumo
- However, incorrect.
- Karu
- Huh? Don't think you can fool me! Nom!
- Karu
- Mngh... nom, nom...
- Karu
- Delicious...!
- Karu
- ... I-I mean... Blasted, there really is no key...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Two guesses left. Which dish will you go for next?
- Karu
- The cream stew! It looks super tasty!
- Eiden
- (He's just picking stuff he wants to eat!)
- Possessed Yakumo
- Is that your guess...
- Possessed Yakumo
- ... Hmm?
- Karu
- Why are you holding up your hand?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Ugh...
- Karu
- Does that mean the cream stew is correct...?
- Karu
- Huh? Again with the hand! Are you trying to give away the answer!? Don't underestimate me!
- Possessed Yakumo
- I-I'm not!
- Eiden
- ...Ah!
- Eiden
- Hmm... then how about we really use food-related names?
- Yakumo
- Agreed. As for me... I'll be Cream Stew.
- Eiden
- (Does Yakumo still have a little control over his body? Maybe he's trying to give us a signal...)
- Eiden
- *cough* ... if you can hear me, Cream Stew, raise a spoon in the air.
- Possessed Yakumo
- This Yakumo truly is a tenacious fellow. He still hasn't given up fighting for his body—
- Possessed Yakumo
- Put that spoon down! Ugh!
- Eiden
- (It looks like Yakumo can hear me! And the ghost doesn't know about our code names.)
- Eiden
- (Alright... I've got an idea.)
- Eiden
- Hey, Duke Vlad, I'll take the final guess, so you can put out the candles.
- Karu
- Human, just what do you think you're playing at!?
- Possessed Yakumo
- Oh, looking to make use of the young wolf's sense of smell?
- Eiden
- Not at all. It'll take Karu's sense of smell a while to recover after that little trick of yours. I just want to make him feel a little more comfortable.
- Karu
- ......
- Possessed Yakumo
- Hmm... and what good would that do me?
- Eiden
- Let's make a bet. If I guess wrong, not only can you keep Yakumo's body, Karu and I will fulfill any request you desire.
- Possessed Yakumo
- ... Truly? Any request I can think of?
- Eiden
- (... Did I see that right? Just then... I swear I could sense loneliness in his eyes.)
- Eiden
- You have my word.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Hmm... I don't want much. I only ask that one of you stay here and keep Yakumo's body and me company.
- Eiden
- ... Alright, it's a deal.
- Karu
- Who said you could make deals—
At the snap of the Duke's fingers, the candles around the room go out. The soft floral scent gradually vanishes from the air.
- Possessed Yakumo
- With that done, come, make your guess...
- Karu
- I don't agree with this deal! Insignificant human! Just how do you plan on finding the key!?
- Eiden
- I don't—
- Karu
- If you guess wrong, Yakumo will be stuck down here forever!
- Karu
- You're just a silly, foolish human! You think you're so smart, but you can't do anything! How could Garu shed tears over someone like you!?
- Eiden
- (Ah... so it was Garu crying that got Karu all riled up...)
- Eiden
- Karu, you're absolutely correct. I'm a useless human.
- Karu
- Y-Y-Y-You—Don't think admitting that means I'll forgive you! It's too late to apologize—
- Eiden
- —So I need the great Master Karu's help to get us all out of here safely.
- Karu
- Ah? What do you mean? Do you want me to sniff out the key?
- Eiden
- No, something much simpler.
- Eiden
- When I count to three, I want you to shoot all your essence at the ghost. That's the only way we're going to get Yakumo back.
- Karu
- ... Garu already tried that. It was totally ineffective!
- Eiden
- That's why I need the power of the great Master Karu! Just give it a try. If it doesn't work, I'll stay down here with the ghost. I won't let you come to any harm.
- Karu
- A-A-As if I could allow that—
- Karu
- Hmph, with the mighty Master Karu here, failure is not an option! You better not be pulling some kind of trick, Human!
- Eiden
- Wouldn't dream of it!
The pair turn toward the ghost, who returns their gaze with a look of pure excitement.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Have you made your choice?
- Eiden
- Yep. When I count to three, I'd like Cream Stew to release all his essence.
- Possessed Yakumo
- Cream stew... containing essence? I've never heard such a thing before...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Tch, I really can't get this arm under control...
- Eiden
- One, two...
- Eiden
- Three!
- Karu
- Hyaaah—!
- Eiden
- (And mine too—!)
- Possessed Yakumo
- As I said, the wolf yokai's essence has no—
- Possessed Yakumo
- Gah... This essence... From within...
- Possessed Yakumo
- Ugaaaah—!
Important to Me[edit]
- Background: Cellar Dining Room
- Music:None
- Eiden
- Yakumo? How are you feeling?
- Yakumo
- ... Erm...
- Yakumo
- Mr... Eiden...
- Eiden
- It really is the old Yakumo! Awesome!
- Karu
- *pant* ... *pant* ...
- Eiden
- ... Karu? A-Are you okay?
- Karu
- Silence... Gah, my eyes... So heavy...
- Karu
- ... Human slave...
- Eiden
- What is it... Ah, hey, careful!
As Eiden moves to support Karu, the young wolf yokai grabs his collar.
- Karu
- I'm warning you... Never betray Garu ever again...
- Eiden
- Of course. I would never—
- Karu
- And... don't let yourself get hurt... Or else that wimp will never stop blubbering...
- Eiden
- ......
- Karu
- Promise me! Or else... I-I'll... undertake the world's most intense training... and become a terrifying warrior...
- Karu
- Then you'll have no choice but... to be my slave... Under... stood...?
- Eiden
- (Saying all this while passing out... He really does care about Garu.)
- Eiden
- I understand. Have a good, long rest.
- Karu
- ... Zzz...
- Yakumo
- Karu... Is he asleep?
- Eiden
- Yeah... That means...
- Garu
- Master...?
- Yakumo
- Ah... Garu?
- Garu
- Yakumo! You're back! Thank goodness...
- Garu
- Sorry. It was all my fault you got possessed...
- Yakumo
- No, it's me who should be apologizing. I was too reckless... Thank you for coming to rescue me.
- Garu
- You're already so strong, Yakumo! You fought with the ghost to get your body back and even gave him a good fright!
- Garu
- And, erm... Master said you tried to save me because... I'm important to you... Is that true?
- Yakumo
- Garu...
- Yakumo
- ... Y-Yes. I feel a bit shy saying it, but Karu and yourself are both... my important companions. So when I saw you were in danger, I couldn't help myself...
- Garu
- Hehe, for such a strong guy like you to call me a companion... I'm so happy!
- Garu
- Ah, but I'm gonna make sure to get stronger too! That way, you won't have to do everything yourself! Then we can all stay together! Right, Master?
- Eiden
- Yeah!
- ? ? ?
- *sob* ... How moving...
- Eiden
- Huh? Who said that?
- Garu
- Wasn't me...
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden... behind you!
- Eiden
- Uwah!? Duke Vlad! You're still here.
- Garu
- Master, over here! U-Use your roll technique—
- Eiden
- Wait, don't worry. I think... he comes in peace.
- Garu
- Huh?
- Yakumo
- ......
- Duke Vlad
- F-Forgive me, everyone—*sniff*—I-I've caused you so much trouble!
- Eiden
- (Crying, blowing his nose and hiccuping all at once... This guy's got talent...)
- Garu
- W-Why are you so upset...?
- Duke Vlad
- S-S-S-Sorry! I... *sob*... Everyone always says... I have a soft heart... I can't resist these sorts of emotional scenes! *sob*!
- Garu
- ... Master, it seems he really does come in peace!
- Yakumo
- You... Why did you possess my body and put Mr Eiden, Garu and Karu in danger?
- Duke Vlad
- Ah? Danger? Forgive me. I thought I'd installed enough safety precautions. It seems I was sloppy...
- Duke Vlad
- With the door opening again after such a long time, not to mention a compatible individual wearing the vampire outfit I made... I got overexcited, and...
- Yakumo
- (Compatible...)
- Garu
- Wow, so you made this vampire outfit?
- Duke Vlad
- Not just the outfit worn by Mr Yakumo, but also the outfit you're wearing too. I made them both.
- Eiden
- These outfits contain space-stabilizing magic... Was that your doing?
- Duke Vlad
- Indeed, it was. I always longed to adventure across the world but was bound by my noble status.
- Duke Vlad
- As such, I secretly studied space-bending magic in the hope that I could one day be free.
- Duke Vlad
- But I'm ashamed to say I could never get a strong handle on the spells. That's why I made those outfits.
- Duke Vlad
- To stop me from getting ripped to shreds while traversing between spaces....
- Eiden
- Well, I don't really get how the magic works... But you made these outfits to help you to travel safely, right? Did you ever get the chance to go?
- Duke Vlad
- U-Unfortunately not... Undertaking the duties of a noble heir while also pursuing my goals of traveling the world...
- Duke Vlad
- I pushed myself too far and passed away while undertaking my research in this very cellar...
- Eiden
- (Whoa, even this world's got people dying of exhaustion... I feel your pain, Duke.)
- Garu
- ... So sad...
- Yakumo
- Truly... So lonely.
- Duke Vlad
- I-It's not as bad as you're thinking. I wrote several adventure novels under the pen name Reyas!
- Duke Vlad
- Through my stories, I had the Warrior and the Vampire go on adventures in my place.
- Duke Vlad
- I designed these outfits based on the outfits described in my stories.
- Duke Vlad
- So when I saw you, Mr Yakumo, I couldn't help putting on a bit of an act...
- Yakumo
- Eh? Wait a minute...
- Yakumo
- Adventure novels... The Vampire... Reyas...
- Yakumo
- —C-Could it be!? You're the author of "The Adventures of the Warrior and the Vampire"!?
- Garu
- What!?
- Duke Vlad
- I-I am... Wait, don't tell me...!?
- Yakumo
- ... I-I'm one of your biggest fans! I've bought every one of your books. My grandparents used to read them to me as bedtime stories!
- Garu
- W-Wait a minute... Yakumo, does that mean Duke Vlad... is also Duke Reyas?
- Yakumo
- That's right! That's him—
- Yakumo
- —Uh, well, even though he's a ghost now...
- Garu
- Wow! I-I'm a huge fan of the Warrior! Thanks for creating such an awesome character!
- Duke Vlad
- W-What!? There are really people out there who like my books?
- Duke Vlad
- In fact... the traps I set up and the guessing game I made you take part in were all taken from volume five of the story.
- Garu
- So that means... I went on the same adventure as the Warrior!?
- Yakumo
- T-To wear an outfit made by the author's own hands in the perfect image of the Vampire... I-It's like a dream come true...
- Eiden
- (Whoa, it's like a meet and greet between a bestselling author and his biggest fans. Guess I better not remind Yakumo how the same author tried to steal his body...)
- Duke Vlad
- Oooh... How wonderful! I never thought I'd get to meet my readers... I've been trapped in this cellar alone for hundreds of years...
- Eiden
- Hundreds of years!? Uh, you said you used this cellar to research magic... Does that mean you set up these traps after you became a ghost?
- Duke Vlad
- Ah, not quite. While I was researching magic, I set up these traps as a way to imitate the sensation of adventure.
- Duke Vlad
- However, after I passed on, I could do nothing but watch them sit in silence...
- Eiden
- (Having nothing to do for hundreds of years... Just the thought is scary. That must be why he wanted us to stay...)
- Eiden
- (... Huh? Wait, no—)
- Eiden
- Duke Vlad... when you gave us your request, you weren't being entirely truthful, were you?
- Garu
- Huh?
- Yakumo
- Are you talking about... the bet you made during the guessing game?
- Eiden
- Exactly. In the end, we never found the key. Per the terms of our deal, we have to fulfill any request the Duke desires.
- Eiden
- But... I'm guessing there's something you want even more than us staying down here with you, right?
- Duke Vlad
- ... That's correct.
- Duke Vlad
- What I've always wanted is to go on an adventure.
- Duke Vlad
- But ironically, even after passing from this world, I've never been able to shake free of my fetters and leave this cellar.
- Duke Vlad
- In the end, it's no different to when I was alive...
- Eiden
- (Hmm... Blade said ghosts are made up of essence and obsession. If they're anything like the ghosts back home...)
- Eiden
- (Duke Vlad must be limited to this space he created. I suppose it kinda makes sense...)
- Yakumo
- Is... Is there anything we can do to help? Your stories of the Warrior and the Vampire have brought us so much joy.
- Yakumo
- After learning of your plight, I can't just sit here and do nothing...
- Garu
- Master, can you think of anything?
- Eiden
- Hmm...
- Eiden
- Maybe, just maybe, there's something we can try...
Storybook Ending[edit]
- Background:None
- Music:None
- Eiden
- —And so, at the invitation of the adventurers, the ghost decided to join the adventure team and set out on a journey across the world!
- Eiden
- That's all for today's show~ Thank you for coming, everyone!
- Passionate Child
- Awesome! I wanna go on an adventure too!
- Kind Child
- I really like the ghost! I'm glad he didn't disappear!
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden, the play was a huge success!
- Eiden
- Hehe, you and Garu did great!
- Eiden
- Thanks to Olivine, we've been able to put on these shows nearby the temple.
- Eiden
- It feels great performing for the local kids, and everyone seems to love the show. We might even become a permanent fixture!
- Yakumo
- I'm a big fan of the show too! It's almost like reliving our adventure down in the cellar.
- Eiden
- We did base it on our actual experiences, after all.
- Garu
- But... Karu says the bandaged wolf yokai doesn't have enough scenes... And he says all the sneezing after he sniffs the candles doesn't look heroic at all...
- Eiden
- That's what really happened, though...
- Garu
- He's super angry. He keeps asking to speak with Duke Vlad to get him to rewrite the story...
- Eiden
- Haha, Duke Vlad is busy enough as it is. I don't think he needs us giving him extra work. After all...
- Aster
- G-G-G-Ghost!
- Duke Vlad
- A-A-A-A real vampire!?
- Aster
- So rude! Calling me a vampire at our very first meeting!
- Duke Vlad
- Ah, you're right. A thousand apologies.
- Aster
- Hmph, seeing as you made an excellent proposal, I'll let you off this time.
- Eiden
- Ah, so you think Duke Vlad's proposition is doable?
- Aster
- Taking people into a magical secret space to take on all sorts of challenges in order to find the key and make their escape...
- Aster
- Perfect for all the nobles yearning for a little adventure but who lack the stones to face any real danger! It's certain to be a hit!
- Eiden
- But it's gonna take a lot of work. Can you really make a profit like this...?
- Aster
- Information is the most profitable asset of all! During social occasions, nobles can't help but gossip.
- Aster
- If my mansion becomes the kingdom's most popular noble hangout, who knows how much useful intel I can acquire!
- Eiden
- That's how it is, huh...
- Eiden
- So Duke Vlad will take the lead on designing the challenges, and we'll enlist workers to help build the rooms and entertain the nobles.
- Eiden
- Sounds like everything's pretty much settled.
- Duke Vlad
- Even without a physical body, I can still design exciting challenges to overcome.
- Duke Vlad
- I could never have imagined I'd get the chance to create new adventures like this. I'm so moved...
- Duke Vlad
- But... I feel as though I'm taking without giving anything back. Please let me know if there are any other ways in which I can help.
- Eiden
- Ah, no—
- Aster
- Ahem! Tell me, Duke, what kind of help do you have in mind?~
- Eiden
- (... These kinds of negotiations are totally out of my league. Better leave this to Aster...)
- Eiden
- In the end, Duke Vlad agreed to help fully repair the mansion's space-bending magic.
- Eiden
- With him designing this new adventure game and dictating brand-new stories...
- Eiden
- Seems his days are destined to contain a lot more adventure from now on.
- Yakumo
- I think so too. I've already agreed to regularly visit the Duke in the cellar and share stories of the outside world.
- Yakumo
- Hopefully, that should help him get over the gloominess of being trapped down there...
- Eiden
- Your kindness is probably the greatest gift he could've asked for, Yakumo.
- Eiden
- You know what? I've been seeing some pretty familiar outfits out and about lately...
- Eiden
- (I'm not seeing things, am I...? I could swear I saw a group of vampires and bandaged werewolves just walk past...)
- Yakumo
- It seems the news of what happened at Lolo Village has spread...
- Yakumo
- And now with the success of the show, it's become popular among the children to dress up as "Monster Fighters" and go out seeking candy.
- Eiden
- Huh? Monster Fighters!?
- Yakumo
- Although, it seems they consider chores the scariest "monsters" of all.
- Garu
- Ah, if there's candy, I wanna join too!
- Eiden
- Haha, sounds a little like trick-or-treating.
- Garu
- Trick-or-treating? What's that, Master?
- Eiden
- In my world, there's a particular holiday that involves kids getting dressed up in spooky outfits and going out to collect candy.
- Eiden
- Come to think of it, it's not so different from what's going on here. We wore those magic outfits while we drove away the monsters...
- Eiden
- Back in my world, I've heard the original purpose of dressing up was to drive out the fear in people's hearts.
- Yakumo
- Ah... to drive out... fear...
- Eiden
- It's easy to suppress our fears and pretend they don't exist if we can't see them. However, if we make them physical, we have no choice but to face them...
- Eiden
- So that's why everyone dresses up in scary costumes. It's only when we face our fears that we can find a way to overcome them.
- Yakumo
- ......
- Yakumo
- (Face... our fears...)
- Background: Cellar Dining Room
- Music:BGM024
- Yakumo
- Thank you for signing each of my books...!
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- No need to thank me! I'd never be able to do it without the use of your body.
- Yakumo
- ......
- Yakumo
- Speaking of using my body... Duke Vlad, what does it feel like when you possess me?
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- I suppose it's a bit like putting on a jacket...? Ah, and I can sense a few strong emotions. However, I have no access to things like your thoughts or memories.
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- But I think that's for the best. I'm already taking control of your body. If I were also to invade your privacy, I'd feel far too guilty...
- Yakumo
- I know you would never do that, Duke Vlad! Because... and forgive me for sounding a bit presumptuous, I think in some ways, we're quite similar...
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- Oh-ho, you're not presumptuous at all. I've been thinking the exact same thing! As I said before, we're compatible... That's the reason I'm able to possess your body.
- Yakumo
- Actually... I've been meaning to ask. When you say "compatible", you mean...?
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- Let me think... Ah, for example our love of adventures—
- Yakumo
- Ah, you're right. Whenever I read an adventure story, I'm always filled with excitement and a sense of longing to go on adventures of my own.
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- —And, deep in our hearts, we both hold a strong sense of dedication... that can sometimes cause harm.
- Yakumo
- ... What do you mean?
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- For instance, how I lost all sense of reason when the chance for adventure presented itself. I failed to think of your wishes and forced you to join me in my cellar...
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- While possessing your body, even though I can't see what you've been through in the past, I can sense certain emotions born through dedication.
- Yakumo
- ... What kinds of emotions?
- Duke Vlad (Yak.)
- Anger, fear, and... Oh, strangely enough, joy.
- Yakumo
- (Can dedication... create feelings of joy...? I would have guessed the two were unrelated...)
- Yakumo
- (... No, I think I've always known. I've just never bothered to think deeply enough...)
- Eiden
- Yakumo? What's on your mind?
- Yakumo
- Mr Eiden, I...
- Eiden
- (Huh? He keeps taking deep breaths... Feels like he's building up to something...)
- Yakumo
- ... Mr Eiden, Garu... Can I speak to you about something?
- Garu
- ......
- Garu
- Yakumo, we're right here.
- Yakumo
- ......!
- Background: Temple (Ext.)
- Music:BGM025
- Yakumo
- I... I don't know what to do about the serpent within me.
- Eiden
- You mean... your fear of losing control of your power and hurting those close to you?
- Yakumo
- That's how I felt at first. Before my grandparents found me in that cave, I had no family, no friends.
- Yakumo
- Now, not only do I have grandmother and grandfather, but you and everyone else...
- Yakumo
- I'm so happy, and yet I'm afraid of losing it all... I'm terrified of losing control and causing harm to my grandparents, Mr Eiden, Garu, Karu and everyone...
- Yakumo
- When Garu said he would work hard to get stronger, I realized it's pointless to be afraid.
- Yakumo
- I need to learn to control my powers and have faith in my comrades. However, while doing that, I was overcome with a strange emotion.
- Eiden
- ......
- Yakumo
- I care about you, so I'm afraid of losing you; and because I'm afraid of losing you, I want to keep you close, away from others... I know it's wrong, but...
- Yakumo
- ... Deep in my heart, a voice calls out to me... It rejoices at the thought of "binding you to me".
- Yakumo
- I... I'm scared of the darkness lurking within me.
- Garu
- ... Yakumo, you're just like the Vampire.
- Yakumo
- Ah?
- Garu
- The Vampire can't walk around outside during daylight, right? But after thinking about it for a long while, he still decided to join the adventure team.
- Garu
- Just like how you thought about it for a long time and decided to face your fears... In my eyes, you're super brave!
- Yakumo
- ......
- Eiden
- I agree. You've done amazing, Yakumo.
- Eiden
- It's normal to be critical of yourself. I do it all the time. But being able to talk about it is a big step forward. Thank you for sharing with us.
- Garu
- Ah, it's like you said, Master! If you face your fears, you'll eventually find a way to overcome them, right?
- Eiden
- That's right! Just like when we took on all those traps and that pesky ghost, we had to rely on our power as a team.
- Eiden
- When we can't take on the terrors of the world alone, we fight together!
- Garu
- Yeah, together!
- Yakumo
- ... Thank you, you two. I'll give it my all!
- Garu
- *sniff*... Something smells tasty!
- Yakumo
- It seems a "Monster Fighter"- themed candy stall has opened up. It's really drawing the crowds.
- Eiden
- Ah... "After a truly riveting adventure, the Warrior returns to town in need of a most delicious feast"...?
- Yakumo
- Haha, that's from the final chapter of the story, correct? You've done a lot of reading these past few days, Mr Eiden.
- Eiden
- I can't call myself a member of the adventure team if I don't know the story inside and out! Plus, it's a real page-turner.
- Eiden
- But the best stories of all are the ones we share together. So...
- Eiden
- How about we get going? Let's check out the stall and set out on a brand-new adventure!
- Garu
- Count me in!
- Yakumo
- Adventure awaits!
Novels[edit]
The King of Leftovers[edit]
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Pampo Cuisine Art 1
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Pampo Cuisine Art 2
Life at the mansion might have returned to normal, but Morvay is nowhere to be found. With a soon-to-be-rotten heap of pampos lying in Aster's kitchen, Yakumo decides it's time to roll up his sleeves and get to work.
- Eiden
- I'll give you a hand with these pampos, Yakumo. What exactly are you planning to do with them?
- Yakumo
- In my village, we usually air-dry leftover crops to make sure everyone's hard work doesn't go to waste.
- Eiden
- Ah, so squash-type crops can be air-dried too?
- Yakumo
- That's right. In fact, it's a fairly simple process—
As Yakumo picks up a pampo and looks it over, a fast-moving white blur leaps inside.
- Topper
- *squeak* *squeak*... *squeak* *squeak* *squeak*!
- Yakumo
- Eh!? Topper?
- Quincy
- ......
Quincy follows in his furry companion's wake. He enters the room carrying several rope-tied hemp sacks in one hand and a paper bag in the other.
- Eiden
- Quincy? What are you two doing in the Light Territory?
- Quincy
- ... We came to buy food at the market. And to deliver these.
- Yakumo
- Dried meat... and tree plum juice?
- Quincy
- To repay you for last time.
- Eiden
- Last time... Ah, you mean the pampo candy we gave you a few days ago?
- Quincy
- Yes. Topper enjoyed it. Thanks.
- Yakumo
- Ah! I-I should be the grateful one! Thank you for always looking out for us, Mr Quincy.
- Eiden
- Did you say you were going to buy food...?
- Eiden
- Heh, we've got a ton right here! Why not stay and help me give Yakumo a hand? The results are sure to be just as tasty as the pampo candy.
- Topper
- *squeak*!
The slightest mention of tasty treats has Topper bouncing and wagging his tail, his eyes full of excitement.
- Quincy
- He says it's okay... I suppose we have nothing urgent to do. How can we help?
- Yakumo
- Hmm... could you two help me grab the seasoning I need? It's on the top shelf over there. The second jar from the left...
- Eiden
- Alright. Leave it to me!
Spread on Some... Slime?[edit]
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Pampo Cuisine Art 3
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Pampo Cuisine Art 4
Half a day later...
- Yakumo
- Thanks for your hard work, everyone. Let's take a well-deserved rest.
- Eiden
- Whew, I almost thought we'd be working till midnight.
- Yakumo
- We were able to get finished much earlier thanks to your incredible peeling, deseeding and chopping skills, Mr Quincy.
- Eiden
- (I don't know if I'd exactly call that chopping... Who knew you could rip open a pampo with your bare hands...)
- Eiden
- It's you we should be thanking, Yakumo. All we did was follow your instructions and sprinkle seasoning on the finger biscuits... There really is no denying it. Your cooking skills are out of this world!
- Quincy
- Agreed.
- Yakumo
- Don't say that, Mr Eiden! The recipe you shared with me is absolutely fascinating. I would have never thought of using nuts as fingernails! I bet the children will love them.
As the three men chat away, a sweet aroma drifts over from the oven and slowly fills the kitchen.
- Eiden
- Damn, those smell good. I'm salivating...
- Topper
- *squeak*...
- Yakumo
- Hehe, the biscuits should be just about ready. I'll go take them out... Eh?
- Yakumo
- —W-What on...!?
Yakumo pulls the tray from the oven and gets quite the shock. Instead of a mouthwatering golden brown, the biscuits have turned a curious shade of purple. They're also shrouded in a strange kind of mist.
- Eiden
- Huh? The biscuits... They're purple!? And what the hell... They're covered in weird lumps—
- Quincy
- They're moving...!
- Topper
- *squeak*~~~!
The biscuits leap up one after another. As if possessing minds of their own, they attempt to flee, Topper in hot pursuit. However, Quincy, reflexes like a cat, snatches them out of the air.
- Topper
- *squeak* *squeak* *squeak* *squeak*!
- Quincy
- What's that...? The pampo spread has turned into a slime?
- Eiden
- —He's right! It really has turned into a slime! Hey, don't bite me! I mean, it doesn't hurt... but food shouldn't be the one doing the biting!
- Quincy
- The other dishes are fine. Only the biscuits and the spread that we sprinkled with seasoning were affected...
- Yakumo
- How did this happen...? We used a run-of-the-mill, everyday seasoning. It shouldn't have had any strange effects...
- Quincy
- ……
- Quincy
- They're bizarre, but they taste good.
- Eiden
- You're eating them!?
- Quincy
- Yes.
- Yakumo
- I-Incredible as ever, Mr Quincy...
After a little further inspection, the gang sits down to enjoy Yakumo's frightening yet delicious new concoctions. As for the finger biscuits... despite fierce objection from Topper, Quincy decided they were best left at Aster's mansion.
Popular Dessert[edit]
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Recipe for Surprise Art 1
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Recipe for Surprise Art 2
The mansion's spell now fixed, daily life returns to normal. On this particular day, having heard Edmond is due to make a visit, Yakumo joins Eiden in the main hall—a mysterious booklet in hand—to receive their knightly guest.
- Eiden
- Yo! Edmond.
- Yakumo
- Sir Edmond.
- Dante
- You! Forget something, did you!?
- Eiden
- Dante!? What are you—
- Eiden
- ... Ah.
- Eiden
- (I totally did forget... We left Dante to deal with things in Lolo Village... He must've ended up stranded there after we fixed the spell...)
- Dante
- Coming back to you now, is it, eh?
- Edmond
- Ahem, one of the knights found the Sun Lord confusedly staring at a window... In any case, the Captain arranged accommodations for Sun Lord Dante until I was able to personally escort him here.
- Eiden
- Ahaha... we fixed the mansion. Crisis averted... The door to the bathroom is back to normal now. How about taking a nice, long, relaxing bath...?
- Dante
- ... Fine. I'll deal with you later.
As Dante turns and leaves, a dispirited Yakumo bows his head in apology.
- Yakumo
- I'm truly sorry, Sir Edmond. It was our carelessness that caused you to go to all this trouble...
- Edmond
- Pay it no mind. After all, thanks to you and the Sun Lord, civilian casualties at Lolo Village were kept to an absolute minimum.
- Edmond
- However... I suppose you've noticed the recent trend among the locals—dressing up and helping those in need in exchange for candy. Well, you have the knight you encountered that day in Lolo Village to thank for that. He just so happened to extol your feats while heavily intoxicated at a local watering hole...
- Eiden
- So that's how it all started!
- Edmond
- Indeed. As such, aside from escorting the Sun Lord, I also came here to apologize for my fellow knight's inexcusable behavior.
- Eiden
- There's no need to apologize! He didn't do it on purpose, after all. Plus, I reckon we should be thanking him! The Royal Capital's had a real buzz about it lately!
- Yakumo
- That's right. The atmosphere in the city right now feels perfect for enjoying that dessert we talked about.
- Eiden
- Dessert?
- Yakumo
- Ah, Sir Edmond and I were chatting a while ago and ended up touching upon a dessert that's become extremely popular recently. Sir Edmond seemed intrigued, so I had a go at making it and even wrote down the recipe...
- Edmond
- ......
The utterance of that single, incredibly powerful keyword has Edmond's eyes filled with almost unsuppressible excitement.
- Eiden
- So that's what that is, huh? No wonder you ran off to your room to grab it as soon as you heard Edmond was coming.
- Yakumo
- The method I wrote down is a little bit unorthodox, but I hope you'll find it useful...
- Edmond
- Thank you, Yakumo. I'll make sure this recipe is kept safe and put to good use... Do you mind if I take a quick look?
- Yakumo
- Not at all!
Edmond happily receives the recipe and flips through its pages with great zeal, Yakumo providing answers to any questions he might have.
- Yakumo
- I wrote the ingredients and their quantities in different colors and listed the steps one by one. Hopefully, it's not too hard to read. If you'd like to try out the recipe, we could...
- Edmond
- W-What is this—!
Thrice Is Always Better![edit]
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Recipe for Surprise Art 3
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Recipe for Surprise Art 4
As he flips through Yakumo's recipe booklet, Edmond suddenly turns a bright shade of red, a look of indignant condemnation on his face.
- Yakumo
- Sir Edmond?
- Eiden
- What's wrong, Edmond? What's with that look?
- Edmond
- I... No... This...
- Yakumo
- Could it be... Is there a problem with the recipe? P-Please show me—
- Edmond
- Ah, wait!
- Yakumo
- ... Ah!
As Yakumo takes the recipe, he receives a fright so strong he almost drops it to the floor. He stands, mouth wide open, lost for words.
- Yakumo
- T-T-T-T-This isn't me! I-I-I-I would never!
- Edmond
- I know it's not you... It's just, this thing... Why is it inside your recipe booklet...!
- Eiden
- What's going on, you two...? I wanna see too—
- Edmond
- Absolutely not!
- Yakumo
- You can't!
Both men retreat several steps, the recipe grasped tight in their clutches. They give Eiden a look telling him not to come any closer.
- Eiden
- Huh? Why?
- Edmond
- N-No reason! A-Anyhow... I better be taking my leave! And I'll be taking this recipe with me!
- Yakumo
- Ah? You want to take it with you?
- Yakumo
- I-I can write a new copy! Sir Edmond, I think you'd better leave this one here... I-It's too shameful—
- Edmond
- Wait, Yakumo, don't let it fall—
A flustered Yakumo tries to take the booklet back from Edmond, but it slips through his fingers and falls to the floor.
- Yakumo
- Ah!
- Edmond
- Ah...!
The booklet lies open on the floor, revealing something most intriguing indeed. Sandwiched between the pages of the booklet lies a drawing of a muscular man laid on his back with cakes and other desserts covering certain body parts... In the bottom right corner, a faint signature reading "Morvay" can be seen.
- Eiden
- ... Whoa, reminds me of body sushi... Is this the dessert that's been so popular lately?
- Yakumo
- N-No!
- Eiden
- Ah, I understand. It's no wonder your face went so red, Vice-Captain. And you even wanted to take it with you. Into this kind of thing, huh?
- Edmond
- ... Y-You scoundrel!
His face redder than ever, Edmond draws his sword at light speed, its tip mere millimeters from Eiden's nose.
- Eiden
- W-Wait! I was only joking! I know it's been a while... but put your sword away! Aaaaah—!
Yakumo quietly removes the drawing from the booklet as Edmond chases Eiden in a murderous rage. Once calmed down, the blushing Vice-Captain takes the recipe and bids them farewell. A few days later, Edmond returns to the mansion with a batch of self-made caramel apples. It appears the Vice-Captain followed Yakumo's recipe to a tee—except for the fact that the apples were coated in three times as much caramel as specified...
Master Karu Arrives![edit]
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Feeding Momo Art 1
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Feeding Momo Art 2
Following the gang's space-bending adventure, Karu is just about the only soul in town yet to have sampled some delicious pampo candy. To remedy the situation (and put a stop to his constant bellyaching), Eiden decides to take Karu out for a spot of trick or treating.
- Eiden
- Karu—Hellooo!? If you're out there, say something—
- Eiden
- (He bugs me nonstop about going trick or treating... and then when I go get changed, he disappears!?)
- Momo
- GRAR!!
- Eiden
- Wuh!?
- Young Butler
- Mr Eiden! Are you okay?
Momo's sudden appearance gives Eiden such a fright that he almost falls flat on his backside. A servant rushes over, bowing his head profusely in apology.
- Eiden
- Ah, I'm fine... Did Momo and his buddies wake up on the wrong side of the bed this morning?
- Young Butler
- Well, to tell you the truth... they've been going hungry for the last few days, so they're in a particularly foul mood.
- Eiden
- Going hungry? How could Aster let that happen?
Eiden tries to stroke Momo's head, but he turns away with a dissatisfied growl.
- Young Butler
- Normally, feeding duties are left to Master Morvay. But with him nowhere to be found, this particular duty seems to have fallen through the cracks...
- Eiden
- (Strange... We fixed the space-bending spell. How come Morvay's still missing?)
- Eiden
- Can't you just throw some food on the ground and let 'em go at it?
- Young Butler
- That's possible, but only when they're in a good mood. Right now, they'll only accept food fed to them by hand...
- Eiden
- (By hand, huh... Seeing that look in their eyes, I'm guessing that hand wouldn't last long...)
Eiden can't help wanting to help the servant with his predicament. Suddenly, he hears quick, light footsteps and a familiar growl...
- Karu
- Oi! Human slave number one! What are you doing!?
- Eiden
- Karu!
- Eiden
- Where did you run off to? And why are you holding a pampo...?
- Karu
- Hmph, you took so long getting changed that I got hungry. These pampos aren't bad. I grabbed one to nosh on while we walk.
- Eiden
- Haha... if only Momo and his crew could seek out grub for themselves too...
- Karu
- Hah, a common beast could never compare to the great and mighty Karu!
- Karu
- Hmm?
As a maid arrives carrying Momo's bowl piled high with food, a light bulb switches on in Karu's head.
- Karu
- Are you... troubled by the fact that these beasts are refusing to eat?
- Eiden
- Yeah, I guess so...
- Karu
- So you're in a state of extreme distress, correct?
- Karu
- I bet... you're hoping for someone amazing to come save the day, right?
Karu edges closer and closer, a smug smile on his face.
- Eiden
- (......)
- Eiden
- Ah, that's right! I'm soooo totally lost right now! I've been hoping for someone big and strong to come along and help feed Momo~
- Karu
- I knew it! Step back, useless humans! Leave this to the mighty Master Karu!
Karu, with a huge sense of self-importance, snatches the bowl from the maid and gestures for everyone to get out of his way. He then raises a fist and yells at Momo and his companions.
- Karu
- Oi, beasts! You'd best calm down when you're in my awe-inspiring presence!
- Momo
- Awooh...
- Eiden
- (What the!? They responded to that?)
- Karu
- I'm about to feed you by hand, so you better show me some gratitude—gah!
As he makes his threats, Karu seemingly trips on thin air and falls flat on his face. The bowl smashes on the floor, sending its contents splattering in all directions.
- Eiden
- Karu!? Are you alright?
- Karu
- These leashes... They're transparent? Trying to get me to fall into your trap, were you?
Eiden steps forward to help Karu and spies a large slab of fresh meat stuck to his head. Momo and friends bare their fangs, looking less than pleased.
- Momo
- ... GRARARARRR!
- Eiden
- Shit, I guess they didn't see the funny side!
Spooky Lantern[edit]
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Feeding Momo Art 3
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Feeding Momo Art 4
In the garden—
- Momo
- GRARAR...
- Eiden
- (Dammit... what do we do now...!?)
Likely due to increased hunger levels, Momo is showing an unusual level of rage toward anyone he encounters. As the group frets over what to do, they soon notice the sounds of soft footsteps, accompanied by an all-too-familiar snicker.
- Kuya
- Creating such chaos without even leaving home. You continue to outdo yourself, young master.
- Eiden
- Kuya!?
- Karu
- Master Kuya!
- Kuya
- Oh? That outfit of yours, young pup. How fascinating.
- Karu
- I know, right! This is my Warrior's outfit—
- Momo
- GRAR!
As Karu tries to show off to Kuya, Momo leaps forward and bites down on one of his bandages. He pulls and pulls, sending slobber flying all over.
- Karu
- Oi, stop biting my outfit—I don't care how hungry you are!
- Momo
- GAH—
- Kuya
- ... Has no one taught you proper manners, hm?
Kuya throws a glance the hungry beast's way. Momo drops to the floor, his belly pressed to the ground, shaking from head to toe.
- Momo
- ... *whimper*...
- Eiden
- (Incredible!)
- Young Butler
- Ah, now we can feed them without worry! Leave the rest to me.
The butler grabs Momo's transparent leash and together with the maid leads him and his compatriots off to fill their growling stomachs.
- Kuya
- Oh my, it seems I unintentionally got you out of a rather large bind, young master.
- Eiden
- (Damn, that look... I should've known he'd have an agenda...)
- Eiden
- (I didn't call him here, so he must've come for his own amusement... Better think of something that'll interest him...)
- Eiden
- —Ah-hah!
- Eiden
- Karu, do you mind giving me that pampo?
- Karu
- Huh? If you're hungry, go get your own! I'm not—
- Eiden
- I want to use it to make a present for Master Kuya.
- Karu
- ... What kind of present?
- Eiden
- Hehe, you'll just have to wait and see.
Following a flurry of deft hand movements, Eiden proudly presents Kuya with a hollowed-out pampo.
- Eiden
- Ta-da! Here you go! Your very own pampo lantern!
- Karu
- Lantern? I don't see any fire...
Karu, curious as ever, gives the lantern a thorough once over.
- Eiden
- Seeing as it's a special gift just for you, Kuya, I thought you should be the one to light it.
- Kuya
- Here I was hoping you had something interesting for me... I suppose this will have to do.
Using a single finger, Kuya ignites the pampo lantern. A purple flame glows from within and, rather unexpectedly, the whole lantern begins to shake.
- Pampo Lantern
- Teeheeheehee!
- Karu
- Whoa! W-What is this!?
Dropped by a startled Karu, the pampo lantern rolls across the floor—emitting a strange giggling sound as the facial expression carved into its surface twists and distorts.
- Eiden
- I was thinking a pampo lantern lit with foxfire would be pretty damn cool, but what the hell!? Did you do something to it, Kuya?
- Kuya
- I merely ignited it with my foxfire. It appears this particular pampo possesses a power that exhibits a most intriguing reaction when exposed to my essence. Hehe...
- Pampo Lantern
- Teeheeheehee!
- Karu
- B-Begone, foul thing! Grarrr...!
As Karu retreats to a corner while barking threats at the enchanted pampo, Kuya picks up the lantern with a satisfied smile and vanishes off into the distance.
No Candy = Sad Doggo[edit]
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Pampo Candy Hunt Art 1
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Pampo Candy Hunt Art 2
Following the crew's spine-tingling adventure, Karu remains the only poor soul yet to experience the delights of pampo candy. In order to appease the wilful young wolf yokai, Eiden and Garu decide to go straight to the top of the pyramid...
- Eiden
- Aster, are you in there? We were wondering if you had any pampo candy left—
- Blade
- Darling~ Garu-Garu~ Welcome!
- Eiden
- Blade? What are you doing here?
- Garu
- *sniff*... Whoa, Blade smells just like pampo candy... No wait, he smells even stronger...
- Blade
- That's because I ate tons and tons of candy~ All so Little Aster wouldn't dry up~
- Eiden
- Dry up...?
Eiden looks to the side and sees Aster at his desk surrounded by an unmistakably terrifying aura.
- Aster
- Still fifty more letters to reply to... Gah, I haven't even got started on this stack of merchant's contracts... And let's not forget the list of next season's goods...
- Eiden
- (Ah... the joys of overtime...)
- Eiden
- Aster, are you doing okay?
- Aster
- Master...?
- Aster
- Wah! Master! I'm at my limits! I'm living on two hours of sleep a night! I have to eat pampo candy just to stay awake! Just look at my skin!
Aster wails as if on the brink of total collapse, his cheeks sunken and discolored. Eiden can't help thinking he really does resemble a dried-out little pink bat.
- Eiden
- What the hell happened to you!?
- Aster
- With no sign of that dumbass incubus anywhere, all the work has been left to me... I'm relying on the power Blade gives off when he eats pampo candy to keep going. If not for that, I'd be a total goner!
- Eiden
- (Is he using Blade as some kind of wireless charger!? Who knew eating pampo candy had so many useful effects...)
- Eiden
- It's already been a few days since we fixed the spell, but Morvay's still missing... Shouldn't we be starting to worry?
- Aster
- I've looked all over the mansion for him ever since I returned from Lolo Village, but no dice. I'm so busy, I can barely think straight...
- Aster
- Gah, what a nightmare! No good, I need another piece of pampo candy, or else I might drop dead right here and now!
- Blade
- One for Little Aster~ And one for me~
- Garu
- Ah, the candy... It's almost all gone. Poor Karu, he'll be super sad...
- Eiden
- Hmm... Looks like we gotta find Morvay... And fast...
I'm Damn Scared![edit]
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Pampo Candy Hunt Art 3
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Pampo Candy Hunt Art 4
Out in search of Morvay, Eiden and Garu head to the villages on the outskirts of the Light Territory...
- Garu
- *sniff*... *sniff*...
- Garu
- Got it! Over here!
Garu pricks up his ears and dives into the bushes by the side of the road. A startled cry soon follows.
- Morvay
- Wuh!?
- ???
- Morvay, what's wro... Garu?
Apparently having heard the commotion, a figure emerges from a house nearby. Eiden looks up to see a familiar face.
- Eiden
- Olivine!? What are you...
- Eiden
- Wait, don't tell me... has Morvay been hiding out with you?
- Olivine
- Haha... that's right. I arrived in the Light Territory today to handle a few affairs, and Morvay came along with me.
- Olivine
- Look, it's just like I told you. Everyone must miss you a great deal, Morvay.
- Morvay
- Oh...
- Eiden
- Garu said he detected your scent nearby, but seeing as how you still hadn't returned, I was scared you might have gotten into an accident or something... I'm just glad you're okay.
- Morvay
- Master...
Moved to tears by Eiden's concern, Morvay begins to explain the situation...
- Morvay
- To tell you the truth, I wanted to come back sooner... but...
- Eiden
- But?
- Morvay
- I'm too damn afraid!
- Morvay
- That shitty little vampire always dumps a ton of work on me and tells me exactly how I've gotta do it. I've got heaps of good ideas, but he always shoots me down! After our last big argument, I got so angry that I up and left.
- Garu
- I argue with Karu too, but I never leave home.
- Morvay
- It'd be pretty worrying if you two could leave each other...
- Morvay
- Anyway, before I left, I might have rearranged a few items in the mansion. It was all for the best, but that shitty little vampire is sure to be furious.
- Garu
- But Aster is super worried about you! He might act tough, but just like Karu, I know that deep down...
- Garu
- ... Eh? Not true? Gah! Hold on, Karu, don't get angry—
Eiden lets out a little chuckle as Garu struggles to pacify an unruly Karu.
- Eiden
- Haha... we better leave those two to hash things out. You know, Morvay, without you around, Aster's been a total wreck...
- Morvay
- ... For real?
Eiden stands by Aster's desk, speaking extra loudly to make sure Morvay, hiding just outside, can hear.
- Eiden
- Morvay said that although he has a ton of work to do, he's not allowed to do it in the way he wants, so he doesn't want to come back right now.
- Aster
- ......
- Eiden
- Ahem... I've been thinking maybe you can both come to a compromise. That way, you could...
- Aster
- *sigh*... If that dumbass incubus still doesn't wanna come back, there's not much I can do.
- Eiden
- Oh?
- Aster
- I've done some thinking and, even though he always acts without thinking and has little else to offer other than a stack of overinflated muscles, I shouldn't always force him to do things my way...
- Aster
- He's the only family I've got, after all.
All of a sudden, a teary-eyed Morvay bursts into the room, pointing straight at Aster.
- Morvay
- Shitty little vampire! You finally understand just how important I am!
- Aster
- Morvay! You... you really...
Aster leaps up, a smile of pure joy on his face, his voice sweet and tender, and says—
- Aster
- You really are a complete and utter buffoon!!!
- Morvay
- Eh?
- Aster
- Blockhead! Numskull! Just what possessed you to glue my high-heels to the floor!? You've really gone and done it this time!
- Morvay
- T-This isn't what you said would happen, Master!
- Eiden
- Well, you never told me you did that...
Faced with an angry Aster brandishing a pair of razor-sharp heels, Morvay makes a break for it. However, an arriving Blade and Garu unwittingly block the doorway. The pair dart across the room, changing in and out of their familiar forms.
- Garu
- Master, is it okay if I take this candy?
- Blade
- Now that Little Morvay is back, we don't need to eat any more pampo candy~ Garu-Garu can take it all~
- Morvay
- Somebody, anybody... HELP!
Ultimately, Garu was able to give Karu the pampo candy he'd been craving, and life at the mansion returned to normal. Well, apart from the odd bloodcurdling scream, that is...