Defiant Root
1. Entrance
[Story, upon first entrance]
Kabbu: Ah, it's good to be back.
Leif: Oh yeah. You mentioned staying here back with Neo.
Vi: That means we've been neighbors all along!
Kabbu: Life truly is full of small surprises like that.
Leif: Uh, cute. Anyways...how do we get to the Hive?
Vi: We just keep going straight. There's a huge elevator there!
Kabbu: I-Is it safe?
Vi: No one's fallen off yet, so it's probably safe! Let's go get this over with already!
Kabbu: Venus...watch over me...
[Overworld Spy]
Kabbu: Not much has changed. There's quite a few places I want to visit…
Vi: Really? I usually just zoom past the town unless I need the inn.
Leif: We're not familiar with the area. What's good in town, Kabbu?
Kabbu: North of here is a commercial district. The baker makes fantastic honey treats!
Vi: Seriously!?
Kabbu: The mayor's around here too, I should greet him when I get the chance…
Bee Guard: Welcome travelers, to Defiant Root. This town's name comes from the Big Tree's root, breaking through the Lost Sands.
Vi: ...I know that already.
Guard: Just doing my job.
Dran: Bandits have caused me some big trouble! If I wasn't blue...I reckon I'd be jailed by now.
[Spy Dran]
Vi: Poor Dran...he's had it rough lately with all these bandits.
Kabbu: Mhm...even though he is such a fine fellow, it's hard to escape superficial judgement.
(minibubble) Vi: ...
Leif: He'll be fine. And if he's not, we can help.
Kabbu: Leif, Vi...you two get more caring by the day!
(minibubble) Leif: Hmph.
Sign: Come visit Isau's Clinic! First consult is free!
Isau: Hey...welcome! What's troubling you?
Leif: We're not sick, just passing by.
Isau: That's okay. If you're ever feeling bad, drop by. First consult's free!
[Spy Isau]
Kabbu: Isau is such a relief to my eyes. She's treated many of my wounds.
Leif: Your trip from the north sounds anything but fun.
Kabbu: …
Vi: Really though...it's not so bad to have someone else take care of you, right?
Leif: Can't argue with that.
[Attempt to talk to Beette]
Vi: Nope. I don't wanna talk to her!
(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi…
[Spy Beette]
Vi: Great...she's here too.
Leif: Wonder what she's up to.
Vi: Don't know, don't care.
Kabbu: Isn't Vi being a bit too mean...?
Nish: Have a good time before you head out. Best to go into a job without any regrets.
[Spy Nish]
Kabbu: That eyepatch...so cool!
Leif: Seriously, Kabbu? Those are for covering wounds, you know.
Vi: Yeah. Can't believe you're so insensitive!
Kabbu: W-Wait, I said it was cool out of respect!
Trey: Explorers for the ants, eh? If you're interested in doing your usual questing or whatever, check the board over there.
[Spy Trey]
Kabbu: It's quite convenient to have quest boards all throughout the kingdom.
Leif: Must be a drag to update all of them…
Vi: Works for us, though. Completing these gives super good stuff!
Kabbu: Indeed. Let's check up on them every now and then.
[Examine Quest Board]
Trey: Interested in that one?
Textbox: Yes
No
[Yes]
Trey: Get to it then, you lot!
[No]
Trey: Pick something else, then!
Kina: Maki's still gone...I'm starting to get worried. He never takes this long to complete a mission.
Kabbu: I am certain he's fine!
Leif: Or maybe he…
Kina: SHUT UP! HE'S FINE!
[Spy Kina]
Leif: Kina's search for Maki continues…
Vi: That's cute and all, but she better not forget her job!
Kabbu: Knowing her, she's already finished. She's scary efficient when making time for Maki.
Dan: Ah...the bakery in this town is the best.
Dan: By mixing flour with different ingredients, it's possible to create so many different pastries! I must taste all of them!
[Spy Dan]
Leif: Ah...we can't help but be hungry around this bug.
Vi: No rush, Leif. You two can hang out!
Leif: Oh? We just might order some stuff, then…
Kabbu: Don't mind if we join you!
Mar: The desert's filled with so many spikes... I wish I could fly above them.
Mar: If I could build some sort of giant bubble... I'd walk all over them to show them who's boss!
[Spy Mar]
Kabbu: Hm... Could he be...?
Leif: You know him?
Kabbu: No. I thought I did, but... Maybe it's nothing but my imagination.
Will: Mmm. Hey. Careful round this well here, yes? You don't wanna be falling in.
[Spy Will]
Vi: I dunno why bugs stay here. It's all sandy and stuff.
Leif: ...You know, yeah. We wouldn't make this a permanent stay.
Kabbu: It's a very tightly knit community, with strong traditions!
Vi: Can't they just do their traditions somewhere nicer?
Kabbu: ...I swear, Vi...
[Spy Morty, before talking]
Kabbu: What a peculiar business. What exactly is he selling?
Leif: Only one way to find out.
[Spy Pillbug, before talking to Morty]
Leif: …
Kabbu: Um, Leif? Is something on your mind?
Leif: We want it.
Vi: We're not getting any pets!
Leif: We really really really want it.
Vi: Whatever. Talk to the merchant. But I ain't helping you buy it!
(minibubble) Pillbug: Zzz...
[First time talking to him]
Morty: Hohoh! It's Morty's bed bug rental system! Welcome!
Kabbu: A bed bug...rental service? Sir, what exactly do you mean?
Morty: It's all in the name. This pillbug here is incredible, I tell ya.
Morty: If you're tired, he will lull you to sleep and heal you fully!
Leif: Let's rent it, team.
Vi: Seriously!? This sounds like a huge scam!
Leif: B-But the pillbug…
Morty: ...Look. I don't ever do this, but if it'll earn your trust…
Morty: First rental's free, how's that? As soon as you sleep though, he'll come back to me.
Kabbu: This is quite the interesting business model…
Vi: Well...if the first try's free, I can't say no!
Leif: Yes...yes!
Morty: You won't regret it. He'll show you his super powers!
Morty: He'll do his best, so take care of him, okay?
Leif: We will. Oh, we will.
Kabbu: D-Don't forget we must return him...
[Spy Morty, after getting bedbug]
Kabbu: I must say, Morty's services were better than I expected.
Vi: It's super useful to rest anywhere! If I was him, I'd charge WAY more!
Leif: The idea that our dear bed bug could be rented to another bug...Team, we must keep renting at all costs.
Vi: Uh, just remember we don't own it or anything, okay?
[talking with him while still holding the bedbug]
Morty: Hey. How's the little guy doing?
Leif: We couldn't be happier.
Morty: Just don't hang on to him TOO long, okay?
[after using the bedbug]
Morty: Hohoh, come back for more? It's gonna be 30 berries this time!
Textbox: Hand it over.
Not yet.
[Hand it over.]
Morty: Here you go!
Morty: He'll do his best, so take care of him, okay?
Leif: We will. Oh, we will.
Kabbu: D-Don't forget we must return him...
[Not yet.]
Morty: Hmm, alright. He'll be missing you until you come back!
[Insufficient funds]
Morty: You got a free deal already. Don't be cheap!
[Spy Pillbug, after using]
Leif: Oh, dear Pibu…
Kabbu: Pibu?
Leif: We named him. Perfect, don't you think?
Vi: That's super lazy, Leif. It's just the sound it makes! It's like a river named Pshh!
Leif: Or like a Vi named Ugh.
Vi: HEY!
(minibubble) Kabbu: Pfft.
Mayor: Kabbu! You came to visit! Care to stay and chat?
Kabbu: Mayor...thank you. I'm currently on a mission, however. I'll come back again.
Mayor: Anytime, Kabbu. Bring your friends, too!
[Spy Mayor]
Vi: Getting to the mayor's house is super weird, isn't it?
Leif: Eh...we think it's a cute method.
Kabbu: Regardless of the route, this is a great place to live in.
Kabbu: He can easily oversee the whole town from here!
Vi: Look, all I'm saying is he could've paid for some stairs.
Locke: We get a lot of bee tourists, since we're so close by. But we don't really return the favor.
Locke: I've been thinking of going on an adventure up there myself. But it's hard to find the time…
Vi: (Not like he's missing much...)
[Spy Locke]
Leif: Say, the citizens of this town really enjoy that pattern on their clothing, don't they?
Kabbu: Well, they're simple to weave yet appealing...I could see why it'd be a hit.
Vi: Oh. We should open our own clothing line! With squares instead of triangles!
Leif: No way. Circles would look way better.
Kabbu: I'll keep my triangles, thank you very much.
Sign: Museum of the Ancients.
Tory: Ohohoh. Welcome, welcome! This is Defiant Root's one and only museum!
Tory: Ancient artifacts, or historic pottery...we take pride in all of it!
Leif: Wooow...
[Spy Tory]
Leif: This moth looks just as old as the rest of the museum.
Vi: Heheh. You don't get to talk about being old!
Kabbu: Vi!
Vi: O-Oh. Sorry, I…
Leif: Heh, it's fine. Walked right into that one.
(minibubble) Kabbu: Phew...
Sign: -The First Pot!-
When Defiant Root was first founded, many Termites and potter Wasps came to these lands seeking new soil.
Sign: The union of those two clay artisan species made to the creation of all of Defiant Root's buildings, and our land's famous clay pots!
Sign: If you are interested, please consider purchasing your very own masterfully crafted clay pot as a souvenir!
Sign: A perfect home decoration so you'll always remember your visit to our proud settlement!
Sign: -Tools of War?-
These weird pins were found buried in the desert ages ago.
Sign: Historians deduce that these tools were made by either roaches or giants.
Sign: As for their use, they might have been used as traps to keep invading troops away during times of war in these very lands.
Sign: No consensus on their use or creation methods has been reached yet.
Anna: Hey...I hope you're having a good day. Please be careful, okay?
[Spy Anna]
Kabbu: Something seems off about this young lady.
Leif: Hmm? ...! Her leg…
Vi: Ah...We should probably shut up.
Kabbu: I pray she did not hear us gossip...
[The bug on top of the roof, hidden from view]
???: Pssst! You! You look like you MIGHT be interested in this…
???: Spicy Berries...I have some. 16 berries a pop. You IN?
Textbox: 16 berries? What a steal!
No way!
[16 berries? What a steal!]
???: You! Here you GO...
???: Hehehe...REMEMBER! Don't tell anyone else about this!
[No way!]
???: Fine. Don't tell ANYONE else about this!
[Insufficient funds]
???: I'm running a BUSINESS here! Come back when you have MORE berries! And stay HUSH about this!
[Full inventory]
???: You're carrying TOO MUCH already! Get rid of some of that JUNK!
[Spy ???:]
Leif: What the-!? ...Yikes, we didn't see him there.
(minibubble) Vi: Eep!
Kabbu: Interesting spot. Shall we see what he has to say?
[Story, ch 4]
Mayor: Ah, Kabbu! Good to see you. Delilah's filled me in.
Kabbu: No, it's my pleasure! Thank you for everything!
Mayor: Hohoho! Don't think of it!
Leif: You've got info on the Sand Castle, correct?
Mayor: That I do. That castle's an ancient Roach structure, rumored to be at the northeastern corner of the Lost Sands.
Mayor: Mind you, that rumor's older than I am! But there IS a weird tablet in that part of the desert.
Vi: It's the only clue we have, so... Any ideas on how to get in?
Mayor: Well, scholars say that you need the Heaven and Earth keys to enter the castle.
Mayor: I've got a lead on only one of them. It's said to be...with the bandits.
Kabbu: Ngh. They've been causing us enough trouble as is.
Mayor: Ask around town, someone could have a clue on their hideout's whereabouts.
Mayor: Maybe some have heard of the other key, even!
Leif: If Elizant wasn't lying, time is of the essence. It's time to search.
Mayor: Stay safe, you three. The sands are unforgiving to those unprepared!
Kabbu: I have my team, worry not. We'll protect each other!
Mayor: I have no doubt. Even so! You've got to accept this little gift from the good old mayor!
(minibubble) Vi: Woah!
(minibubble) Leif: Thanks.
Kabbu: M-Mayor! This is too much!
Mayor: Take it, Kabbu. You can't say no!
Kabbu: ...Thank you, Mayor. We will return safely!
[talk again]
Mayor: I'll be praying for your safe return. Hopefully someone in town knows more!
Nish: The Sand Castle? I overheard some bandits bragging about some key to it…
Nish: A poor lad in the commercial district is obsessed with them. Try askin' him?
Rob: We wanted to keep traveling...but there are rumors of lots of bandits in the desert.
Rob: Guess we'll try to enjoy Defiant Root a bit more!
Bub: Ouch. This bandit situation will cost us some time... At least the food here is nice!
[Spy Rob or Bub]
Kabbu: These two crossed the desert as well…
Vi: Hope they didn't run into any bandits...
Dran: Huh? Keys? Sorry, don't know anything.
Locke: The Sand Castle? That fairy tale for kids? I heard the museum owner tell a tourist about it.
Tory: Welcome! Come to see the museum, did ya?
Leif: Actually, we'd like to ask you if you'd know anything about the Sand Castle.
Tory: The Sand Castle? Hmm...It's Roach made, that's for sure!
Tory: They say there was an old Roach village near the oasis south of town.
Tory: I'm sure those old ruins hold some important things, castle or not. Shame I'm too old to explore the desert alone!
[post-bandit hideout]
Nish: Hmm...the bandits seem to have been winding down on attacks lately.
Nish: My guess is that someone went up and took care of business at their hideout.
Nish: At least now I can worry less about having my cargo stolen.
Rob: I've heard the bandit crisis was solved! They just up and left. Talk about great timing!
Bub: Oho! We can finally move on with our travels!
Bub: But first, let's eat a bit more before leaving, this food is really nice!
Mayor: Be careful when in the desert! The sands…
Vi: Are unforgiving to the unprepared, we know.
Kabbu: We will be fine, Mayor. Don't worry about us.
[post-sand castle]
Locke: So the castle is not a fairy tale? I guess I should have paid more attention to my old classes.
Mayor: So the Sand Castle was real…
Mayor: Hopefully folks won't try to plunder it for treasures and get hurt. We should build a fence around it...
[after Quest: Bandit Hunt]
Anna: ...I um, heard you defeated the bandits…
Anna: ...Thank you...Thank you very much!
[before accepting quest]
Eremi: Uff. It's burning up today! I can't walk in this sun...
[Spy Eremi]
Vi: That's a cute apron!
Kabbu: Leif, you quite enjoy cooking. Correct?
Leif: When it's stuff we like.
Kabbu: Perhaps you should wear a cute apron as well!
Leif: That's...not how it works.
Vi: You just don't wanna wear it!
Leif: Why don't YOU get an apron then, Vi?
Vi: Ahahaha...oh whoops, time to get back to work!
[Quest: It’s Too Hot!]
Eremi: Ahh, it's too hot! Isn't there an ancient fan in here!?
Tory: Err...no.
Leif: You must be Eremi.
Eremi: Ah, yup! That's me!
Kabbu: How may we help you combat this heatspell?
Vi: Leif! Freeze her up!
Eremi: Wow! What a nice breeze!
Leif: Mission complete.
Vi: Pay up!
Eremi: W-Wait! It's already hot again!
Eremi: I'm SUPER thankful, but...I need something that will last after you're gone!
Leif: Hmm…
Kabbu: Perhaps an umbrella? Or some sort of ointment to shield you from the sun's rays?
Eremi: I'll take anything, really. Please...I'm begging you!
Vi: So much for the easy check... We'll find something, so sit tight!
Leif: Try not to uh, work yourself up until then.
[talk again]
Eremi: Phew...did you find something for the heat?
[exit out]
Eremi: Ah...please, hurry! I'm melting!
[give incorrect item]
Eremi: This isn't really gonna help. I'm grateful you've tried, but...
[Give Magic Ice]
Eremi: I don't think this cube will last too long…
Leif: This is magic ice. It never melts.
Eremi: Wait, really? Woah! Then it might help after all! Though I would have preferred an umbrella.
[Give Shell Ointment]
Eremi: Ooh! That's a fancy brand!
Kabbu: This should protect you long enough!
Eremi: Mmm, it's a good bandaid, but an umbrella would've been better.
[after ice or ointment dialogue]
Textbox: Give Eremi the |string,0|?
Textbox: Yes
No
[No]
Leif: We'll see if we find an umbrella. You'll have to wait, though.
Eremi: I'm gonna try! Patience is hard when you're melting!
[Yes]
Leif: Sorry, it's not perfect but it'll do.
Eremi: Yeah...you're right! Sorry, the heat's got me a bit cranky. I'll try it out!
Eremi: Ah, much better! Thank you so much!
Vi: No probs! Now, to seal the deal…
Eremi: Here, this should cover the item and more!
Vi: Thanks~!
Eremi: I'm gonna get going now. See you around!
[Give Leaf Umbrella]
Eremi: Wow! That umbrella's beautiful!
Kabbu: It's one of a kind, but perfect for your needs!
Eremi: Hehehe. Don't I look cute?
Vi: Super cute! Now, to seal the deal…
Eremi: You must've gone through such a hassle! I hope this makes up for it!
Eremi: Oh, and take this too!
Vi: W-Woah! You sure 'bout giving us this much!?
Leif: Yeah, it's a lot…
Eremi: This umbrella will last me more than 20 ointments! It's okay!
Kabbu: We are grateful, miss Eremi. We hope you have cooler days ahead!
Eremi: Hehe. Thank you all so much. I'll get going now!
[talk again]
Eremi: I'm gonna get going now. See you around!
[post-quest]
Eremi: Hello there! I hope everything is going well with you!
Eremi: It's nice to finally be able to look around town without feeling like I'm melting!
[talk to Eremi after giving ice or ointment, with umbrella]
Eremi: Oh! That umbrella!
Eremi: That would be really nice to protect me from sunlight! Would you mind giving it to me?
Textbox: Here you go!
Nope.
[Nope.]
Eremi: Ah, alright. If you do change your mind, let me know, alright?
[Here you go!]
Eremi: Ah! Thank you so much! This feels much better!
Eremi: Here, take this as a token of gratitude!
Eremi: Thanks for everything!
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[Ch5]
Dran: I heard the Wasps attacked the Ant Kingdom…
Dran: I think I'll cancel my trip for the time being…
Bee Guard: The Wasps just broke through the border! What was the guard on duty doing?!
Guard: We have to protect the town!
Kina: Ugh. What am I supposed to do with you now?!
Yin: M-muh muh!
Kina: DON'T YOU "MUH MUH" ME! I SEE HOW YOU KEEP LOOKING AT MAKI!
Kina: YOU BETTER NOT THINK OF DOING ANYTHING FUNNY OR I WILL END YOU!!
Yin: M-muh! Muh muuuuh!!
Leif: We'd best, uh, catch up with Maki soon.
[Spy Yin]
Kabbu: I remember Maki saying this caterpillar's name is Yin.
Vi: Isn't Yin too old to still be a caterpillar?
Leif: We can feel a faint magic inside of her. Don't think this is your run of the mill caterpillar.
Kabbu: We need to ask Maki for more information after the mission.
[Spy Kina]
Vi: Kina doesn't like Yin at all, huh.
Leif: She's way too overprotective of Maki.
Vi: Say it any louder and she'll smack us!
Kabbu: A fair warning...
[ch6]
Aebees: Everything's my fault, but I had no chance against 'em…
Aebees: How will I ever face the Queen...!?
[Spy Aebees]
Leif: The border guard's massive...ly down in the dumps.
Kabbu: Leif! How crass, to jab at her with such wordplay in her moment of weakness!
Vi: YEAH! Leif, you're the worst!
Leif: Hey, it was just a joke...
Locke: Heard the Ant Kingdom was attacked...what has this world come to be? Is nowhere safe anymore?
Locke: How long until this old town of us is next? I don't want to think about this...
Nish: Wasps attacked the Ants, huh?
Nish: ...Not my business. So long as they keep off here. Sorry.
[Quest: Rare Item Wanted!]
Kabbu: Doctor Isau! Doing well?
Isau: Why, yes! That permit... You saw my request?
Leif: Yep. We'd like to hear more about your miracle cure.
Isau: You see, I've been studying Bugaria's flora and their properties for many moons now.
Isau: I've found a combination that should heal any illness!
Vi: Woah, that's a berry maker right there!
Isau: Um, no. My hope is to be able to offer cheap treatment...
(minibubble) Vi: WHAT!?
Kabbu: You are a noble soul! I will gladly lend you my strength!
Isau: Heheheh. Thanks.
Leif: We're assuming the missing ingredient's not going to be easy to get.
Isau: Have you all heard of Snakemouth Den?
Leif: ...Yes. We're very familiar with its depths.
Isau: Excellent! Although the white Sophie Petal I seek actually grows over the den itself, I hear.
Isau: I haven't found a way to reach that high place.
Leif: So we should try to get really high up?
Vi: Leave it to us!
Kabbu: With Vi's flight, there's nowhere we can't reach!
Isau: I'll be counting on you. Don't get hurt!
[talk again]
Isau: Oh, it's you kind lot. Have you found the Sophie Petal in Snakemouth Den?
[exit out]
Isau: There's no rush. Please take your time looking for it.
[incorrect item]
Isau: A-Ah, this doesn't seem to be it. Could you um, go back to Snakemouth Den?
[give petal]
Isau: That silky white petal! You did it!
Vi: Easy peasy!
Leif: We can feel magic within it. It's sure to be what you need.
Isau: Oh, how can I ever repay you!?
Kabbu: There's no ne-Hurk!
(minibubble) Vi: Stop!
Isau: Your help was priceless! I hope this humble reward is enough.
Vi: ...I mean, it's cool. But is it enough?
Kabbu: Don't be like that, Vi!
Isau: N-No, she's right. Your help really was priceless!
Leif: She's always like that. Don't worry.
Isau: Nonsense. Here, have just a little extra!
Vi: Heheheh.
(minibubble) Kabbu: Darn...
Leif: Unbelievable…
Kabbu: T-Thank you, Isau. We hope your research goes well.
Isau: Me too. For the sake of all bugs out there...Huh? What's this?
Leif: Is there an issue?
Isau: I think this petal's got some seeds in it! They're super tiny, see?
Isau: I'll try planting a Sophie here, too. That should save explorers a lot of trouble!
Vi: It's gonna grow great, you're super kind!
Isau: Heheheh. Well, let's toast to that!
[talk after completing quest]
Isau: Thank you. Research's going well! I'll work hard for all sick bugs out there...
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[Quest: Want to Relive Memories...]
Mayor: Kabbu! Vi! Leif! It's good to see you!
Kabbu: It is always nice to be back.
Vi: You had a quest posted up and stuff, right?
Mayor: Mhm. But you shouldn't have bothered, Kabbu! I'm sure you've got more important things to do.
Leif: Well…
Kabbu: Not at all!
Mayor: ...Thanks.
Vi: Let's get on with the details! Like the reward…
Mayor: Hoho, don't worry. The mayor pays well!
Mayor: Y'see, hosting was good and all! I didn't expect to like Whack-A-Worm so much!
Leif: And you're seeking some thrills again.
Mayor: Yup! I really want to see someone score a 20!
Vi: Alright! I'll whoop em up!
Kabbu: There's a nice spot near the settlement, shall we check it out?
Mayor: Oh, oh yes! Thank you so much, Kabbu!
Mayor: I'm so excited!
(minibubble) Vi: Don't push!
[after completing quest, before opening vault]
Mayor: I hope you'll like my vault! Heheheh.
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[after quest and after opening vault]
Mayor: Everything alright? I hope you're having a good day!
[postcanon]
Nish: So you three actually managed to solve the Wasp crisis. Color me impressed.
Nish: ...If you're expecting free drinks, tough luck.
Dran: Well well, looks like the Wasp situation is over.
Dran: But to be honest, things are kinda boring now.
Locke: Seems everything is back to normal over at the Ant Kingdom.
Locke: Maybe I will finally take the time to visit sometime.
2. Elevator Area
[Overworld Spy]
Vi: Here we are. The elevator to the Bee Kingdom. Woo.
Leif: Gets the job done.
Kabbu: If we're going up, let's make sure we don't need anything from down here.
Wayde: Welcome...to T & W's inn.
Wayde: It's 4 berries per bug to stay a night here. So, 12 berries for you three. Shall I...arrange the beds?
Textbox: Yes please
No thanks.
Are you okay?
[Yes please]
Wayde:...Thank you. Your room is in the middle. Enjoy your stay.
[Insufficient Funds]
Wayde: Sorry... You don't have enough to stay here.
[No thanks.]
Wayde: We're... Here's always open. Come by again.
[Are you okay?]
Wayde: Oh, thank you... It's alright.
Wayde: Some complex things happened, and I'm coming to terms with them…
Wayde: I am grateful for your patience. Don't let it bother you.
[Talk after sleeping]
Wayde: Did you sleep well? Thank you for staying with...us.
[Spy Wayde]
Kabbu: This poor wasp... I can feel the loss in his eyes.
Vi: Uh...so he's sad, basically?
Kabbu: Indeed.
Leif: You're dying to talk to him, aren't you.
Kabbu: ...No. When it's grief like this, only time can heal it. Let's not meddle.
Vi: Kabbu?
[Spy Samira]
Kabbu: Samira's instrument is quite soothing. Perfect to relax on a sunny day.
Leif: We've never seen that instrument before, actually. Is it...an artifact?
Vi: Isn't it just a rock with holes in it...?
[Story, first talk]
Elevator Bee Guard: So you've come back, Vi. On a mission, from what I can tell?
Vi: Uh huh. Get us up?
Guard: Sure thing. Hop on, explorers.
Leif: We're not done talking about your issues, Vi. We're just saving it for later.
Vi: Drop it. Seriously. I don't want to talk about it!
(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi...
[talk any other time after]
Elevator bee guard: This elevator leads into the Bee Hive! Would you like to go there?
Textbox: Yes
No
[No]
Guard: Alright. Just talk to me if you wanna go.
Gate Bee Guard: If you keep going down this path, you will eventually reach the Golden Settlement.
Guard: Just be careful with the monsters on the way.
[First talk]
Vi: Hiya! Still looking?
Kenny: Yes. I must say, Defiant Root's got its charm as well.
Leif: Really? The sand doesn't do much for us.
Kenny: Although it's not the most prosperous, people trade and work together to endure thirst and bandits.
Kenny: It's a historic site with a tightly knit community.
Kabbu: Could this be the place you'll call home?
Kenny: ...Not yet. But I hope we'll bump into each other once more.
Leif: Safe travels.
[Talk again]
Kenny: I hope we'll bump into each other once more.
[ch4]
Will: Hey hey, feels like something bad is brewing in the horizon, isn't it?
Will: Don't even have time to check the old well these days, been so busy.
Will: Could you check it out for me?
[Spy Will]
Vi: I dunno why bugs stay here. It's all sandy and stuff.
Leif: ...You know, yeah. We wouldn't make this a permanent stay.
Kabbu: It's a very tightly knit community, with strong traditions!
Vi: Can't they just do their traditions somewhere nicer?
Kabbu: ...I swear, Vi...
[post-hideout]
Will: Lots of bandits lately... What's going on?
Will: If you plan on heading out, be careful!
Will: Wha? The well links to the Bandit Hideout? I'll be darned…
[post-first wasp invasion]
Will: Wha? The well links to the Bandit Hideout? The Wasps attacked the Ant Kingdom?
Will: Mmm... Times are getting rough.
[ch4]
Ant Guard: Explorers, the Queen has approved escorts between the Outskirts and Defiant Root. Will you ride the caravan?
Textbox: Yes
No
[Yes]
Guard: Roger.
[No]
Guard: Roger.
[after talking to Tynn in the Termite Kingdom]
Wayde: Can you believe it? My associate's back! I'm so happy…
(minibubble) Kabbu: Heheh...
[Spy Wayde or Tynn]
Leif: This inn's got its smile back.
Vi: ...I'm not gonna ask for a reward this time. I guess it's fine.
Kabbu: I'm happy for them... Some do get their friends back.
Leif: It'll be okay. Let's rest up.
Tynn: Oh, my friends! Welcome to T & W's!
(minibubble) Wayde: Welcome back!
Tynn: You're getting a special deal from us. 7 berries a night!
Textbox: Thank you!
Just passing by!
How's everything?
[Insufficient funds]
Tynn: Oh, sorry. Ship's running tight, huh...
[Thank you!]
Tynn: Cheers! The middle room's all ready for you!
(minibubble) Wayde: Sleep well!
[Just passing by!]
Tynn: We're always open!
(minibubble) Wayde: Come again!
[How's everything?]
Tynn: Heheh. I'm so grateful we met. We're doing great!
Tynn: I really missed my room... I left something nice for you!
[before picking up Lore Book]
Kabbu: O-Oh! Thank you!
(minibubble) Vi: Nice!
Leif: Keep on trucking, you two.
[after picking up Lore Book]
Leif: It was very helpful, thank you. Stay well, you two.
[after sleeping]
Tynn: Did you sleep well? Thank you for staying with us!
(minibubble) Wayde: Come again!
3. Commercial
[Overworld Spy]
Leif: Business is booming.
Vi: There's so many shops, and they all sell unique items!
Kabbu: We simply cannot skip going to the bakery!
Leif: We feel there's more to this place. A little supply gathering detour won't hurt.
[Spy Crisbee]
Kabbu: Ah, good old Crisbee's. It's nice to see this place again.
Leif: Again, Kabbu?
Kabbu: Mhm. On my first trip here, I would eat here every day.
Kabbu: I must say, I've heard the food's gotten even better!
Leif: Is that so? Now we've got to taste some…
Vi: A bee chef out of the Hive, huh...
[First talk in a row]
Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's, the best bakery in town! And uh, the only one...
Crisbee: Give me some stuff to bake with, and I'll try to rise to the task!
[Talk again, in a row]
Crisbee: Welcome to Crisbee's, I'm always happy to see you again! Wanna cook some stuff?
Textbox: Cook with one ingredient.
Cook with two ingredients.
What do you have for sale?
Nothing.
[Empty inventory]
Crisbee: Uh oh. There's not enough food to go around... Come back later?
[Cook with one ingredient.]
Crisbee: Gotcha. What're we cooking with?
[select]
Crisbee: So we're cooking with |string,0|? I could use the practice!
Textbox: Yep!
Nah.
[Cook with two ingredients.]
Crisbee: Okay, hand over the first!
Crisbee: Alright, just one more and we're set!
Crisbee: So we're cooking |string,0| and |string,1|? This'll be good training!
Textbox: Yep!
Nah.
[either one or two]
[Yep!]
Crisbee: Huff. Okay, here it goes! Wish me luck!
[mistake]
Crisbee: Ah...I really did try...I'm sorry.
[success]
Crisbee: Heheh. Nailed it! I'm getting so much better!
[any end]
Crisbee: Come again, won't you? I'd love to keep improving!
[What do you have for sale?]
Crisbee: Oh, you noticed? I practice a lot, so I have leftover pastry and ingredients…
Crisbee: So I thought it'd be nice to sell them! Just press |button,4| near 'em and I'll tell you more.
[Nothing./exit out any point in a string]
Crisbee: Oh...that's okay. Crisbee's always open!
[examine shop item]
Crisbee: That |string,0| goes for |currency,var,1|! D-Does it look any good to you?
Textbox: I'll take it!
No thanks.
[I’ll take it!]
Crisbee: Heheheh. Thank you for all your support!
[Insufficient funds]
Crisbee: Um, sorry...I'd love to just give it to you for free, but I can't...
[Full Inventory]
Crisbee: Oh, whoops. You're full of stuff right? You'll have to empty those pockets first!
[Quest: I Wanna Get Better!]
Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's! You're the fine ones that took my request, right? What's up?
Textbox: We'll help you train.
Cook with one ingredient.
Cook with two ingredients.
What do you have for sale?
Nothing.
[We'll help you train.]
Crisbee: So I had this idea for a dish...I'm gonna need a Spud. Then I can make something really good! Um, probably...
[give something else]
Crisbee: Hmm...I don't think that'll do. Please bring me the right ingredient!
[exit out]
Crisbee: No rush. Just drop by whenever you find one!
[give]
Crisbee: Yes! This is perfect!
Crisbee: I'll get right into it. Wish me luck!
Crisbee: Hehe! My flour really did the trick... Try it out!
Crisbee: How's it look?
Leif: Honestly? Pretty good.
Crisbee: Awesome. I'm ready to step it up a little! Just a little.
Crisbee: Let's see... Try to bring me a Succulent Berry. I'll try to make something super tasty!
[Talk again]
Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's! I'm ready to cook while you find that Succulent Berry!
[We'll help you train.]
Crisbee: A Succulent Berry...It's gonna turn out awesome! You've found it?
[give]
Crisbee: Yes! This is perfect!
Crisbee: I'll get right into it. Wish me luck!
Crisbee: I'm so glad I was right... The Succulent Berry's real flavor comes out when you bake it!
Crisbee: I'm getting so much better... Alright. I can finally do it. The forbidden recipe!
(minibubble) Kabbu: F-Forbidden?
Crisbee: First, I'm gonna need a Spicy Bomb to give the dish a really nice "Boom!"
(minibubble) Leif: ?
Vi: A...A bomb?
Crisbee: Then I'll bake it with an Abomihoney! I'm so excited!
Vi: Wait! An ABOMIHONEY!? That plus a bomb...Are you SURE!?
Leif: We're curious, but mostly worried.
Crisbee: It's, um, really risky...but the legend says it'll bring honey to a new level!
Crisbee: I was really scared to try before but...I've trained so much! I think I can pull it off!
Kabbu: Team, let's believe in Crisbee! If we don't, why did we take that mission?
Vi: I mean, you're right, but…
Leif: If it's forbidden, it's probably super delicious. Let's do this.
Vi: Okay, geez! We'll bring it! I've got a bad feeling, though…
Crisbee: Oh, thank you so much! I won't disappoint you, I promise!
[Talk again]
Crisbee: We're almost done! Only the Spicy Bomb and the Abomihoney are left!
Crisbee: If you bring me the ingredients, I can bake them for you!
[We'll help you train.]
Crisbee: Did you bring the Spicy Bomb and an Abomihoney?
Textbox: Yes
No
[No]
Crisbee: Alright. No rush. But please bring them soon! I can't wait to get started!
[Yes, don’t have]
Crisbee: Ah, you still don't have them?
Crisbee: Remember, I need a Spicy Bomb and an Abomihoney! Then my ultimate recipe will be ready!
[Yes]
Crisbee: Yes! This is perfect!
Crisbee: With these...I'm going to cook the forbidden recipe!
Crisbee: Oh no... D-Did I mess up!?
[post-battle]
Crisbee: ...I don't get it. I did everything right, I think…
Vi: Abomihoney is super dangerous! Doesn't matter how good you bake it!
Crisbee: S-sorry... I guess the "forbidden" wasn't just for show.
Kabbu: It's okay, Crisbee. Even if it wasn't food, you cooked it to perfection!
Leif: Shame we couldn't eat it though…
Crisbee: Hmm... Wait up, okay? I'm gonna try again. Not following any old legend! This dish is all me!
Crisbee: Thank you, everyone! For real now, something yummy only I can cook!
Kabbu: This looks fantastic, Crisbee! Oh... The TEXTURE!
Crisbee: I made some more for everyone!
Vi: Woah...It's super yummy!
Leif: Incredible... We must have more!
Crisbee: It's all thanks to your help! If you bring me a Glazed Honey and a Flour Bag, I'll make you more!
Leif: You've earned yourself a regular.
Vi: Heheh. You're gonna be famous in no time!
Kabbu: I'll have to be careful not to eat TOO many…
(minibubble) Leif: Nuh-Uh. Give us more.,
Crisbee: We're best friends now. Come whenever you want, and I'll bake you some real tasty stuff!
[End of Quest-related dialogue]
[Spy Sandy]
Leif: That dry bread looks go-…
Vi: Leif?
Kabbu: Are you alright?
Leif: Some sand just fell on it…
Vi: Nothing some shaking can't fix!
Leif: You have fun eating it. We've got standards.
Sandy: Hello there. If you are interested in any of my wares, just check them over there and press |button,4| on whatever you want.
Sandy: Or we could trade some goods instead.
Textbox: We have some things to sell.
Just browsing.
[We have some things to sell.]
Sandy: What do you have to offer?
[Empty Inventory]
Sandy: It doesn't seem like you have anything to offer me.
[select item]
I can buy that |string,0| for |currency,var,10|. Interested?
Textbox: Yes
No
[Yes]
Sandy: Thank you. I've been looking for this! Anything else?
[No/exit out]
Sandy: Please do check my other wares.
Sandy: Please do check my other wares.
[Examine shop item]
Sandy: Ah, I see your eyes darting over that |string,0|.|currency,var,1| for it, interested?
Textbox: I'll take it!
No thanks.
[I'll take it!]
Sandy: Thank you very much.
[No thanks.]
Sandy: Please do check my other wares.
[Inventory Full]
Sandy: I appreciate your interest in it, but you can't carry any more stuff.
[Insufficient funds]
Sandy: Sorry, it seems you can't afford this trade.
[Spy Amber]
Vi: So is this Ms. Amber, or another ant?
Leif: That's a dumb question. How would she have our items if she wasn't?
Kabbu: Perhaps they work in shifts, and transfer items between each other…
Vi: So is she Amber or not!?
Leif: Dunno.
[first talk]
Fuzzo: I've heard you saved my mates from some bandits.
Fuzzo: ...I'm bad at this, so I'll only say it once. Thank you.
Vi: It was no problem! Now, for a rew-
Kabbu: It was nothing! We look forward to buying from you in the future.
(minibubble) Leif: Heheheh.
[Subsequently]
Fuzzo: Heh. With all the tourists coming back from the festival... Business will be good.
[Spy Fuzzo]
Leif: These merchants really get around.
Vi: Defiant Root's the best place to restock, you know? They get lots of stuff for cheap!
Kabbu: You're surprisingly well informed…
Leif: If it's about money, it shouldn't surprise you.
Vi: Yep! In business, knowing's half the battle!
Sign: Ye Ol' Blacksmithey.
Ven: Blasted bandits...I can't forgive what they've done to her. If you see any, don't be merciful.
[Spy Ven]
Kabbu: This fellow seems to be diligently guarding this sign.
Vi: Huh. I think I saw him when I left the Hive, but he looked a lot happier.
Leif: It's not like we know what's going on in his life. We shouldn't be too nosy.
Kabbu: B-But being nosy is a part of helping others!
Leif: …
Kabbu: Fine...
Butomu: Hrm...I can't just leave the forge. How will I get that ore?
[Spy Butomu]
Kabbu: Miss Butomu! What an honor!
Vi: Uh, is she special? She makes Medals, right?
Kabbu: Well, yes...but there are many tales of her strength. Of her journeys!
Kabbu: She'd slowly travel across the lands collecting materials, and no obstacle would be a match for her!
Kabbu: They say she walked right through a boulder!
Leif: Now that's gotta be fake...
Engira: Hohoho! Check my mecha claw out! Spiffy, ain't it?
Enira: A new frontier of WEAPONRY awaits! By my CLAW!
[Spy Engira]
Leif: Nice claw.
Vi: I don't get what's the big deal with it.
Kabbu: Well, he's the blacksmith...so long as it helps him out, it's all that matters!
[First talk]
Sun: Travelers...I can see the scars of battle on your being.
Vi: Uh…
Sun: Worry not, I only wish to help. I've got some powerful berries on me.
Leif: Hmm. Just how powerful?
Sun: These berries can boost your combat abilities when eaten.
Sun: You can't really share them though... You'll have to decide who eats which.
Kabbu: Those sound quite helpful.
Vi: Bleh. Knowing these merchants it's gonna cost us a wing…
Sun: You're not wrong, traveler. I'm selling an HP boosting Heart Berry right now. 100 Berries.
Vi: What!?
Leif: Just think of the HP, Vi.
Vi: Just think of the 100 berries, Leif!
Kabbu: Err, we'll come back when we've decided, sir.
Sun: Don't take too long. Who knows when they'll spoil.
[Talk again]
Sun: Travelers. You've come for the HP boosting Heart Berry? It's still 100 berries.
[available starting ch 3]
Sun: Travelers. You've come for the TP boosting Bond Berry? It'll be 100 berries.
[available starting ch 6]
Sun: Travelers. You've come for the Attack boosting Super Pepper? It'll be 150 berries.
[available starting ch 7]
Travelers. You've come for the Defense boosting Iron Seed? It'll be 180 berries.
Textbox: Hand it over.
Not yet.
[Not yet]
Sun: No problem, travelers. I hope you're back soon, before this chance slips away.
[Insufficient funds]
Sun: ...Travelers, I made my price clear. I will not be swayed.
[Hand it over.]
Sun: Use it well, travelers.
[if you can still buy more]
Sun: I still have a few berries I can sell you, travelers. Come back later when you're interested.
[no more berries available at this point]
Sun: I do not have any more berries with me at the moment, but I might find some more in the future. Please come back some other time.
[talk again, nothing more available yet]
Sun: I no longer have anything that might interest you. Be safe, travelers.
[Spy Sun]
Vi: Hey Kabbu, is this your dad?
Kabbu: What? Vi, we look nothing alike!
Leif: You look pretty similar to us.
Kabbu: Excuse me? The green hues are completely different!
Vi: Eh... Maybe all beetles just look the same.
Leif: Wow. So do all bees.
Vi: Hey!
[before accepting Stolen Item quest]
Sign: Under renovation. Come back soon!
[Quest: Vi’s Request]
[Spy Genow]
Leif: Must be rough being a Bumblebee in this heat…
Vi: He's wearing a scarf, right? Doesn't seem like he minds.
Kabbu: Now that's what I call heat tolerance…
[first talk]
Genow: This place is lovely. I just found some great cloth for my place!
Leif: Would you mind showing us?
Genow: Sure!
Genow: Beautiful, right?
Kabbu: Indeed! This must be in line with what that fine bee wanted…
Vi: It's really cool. Where did ya get it?
Genow: Um, right here. But it was the last one…
Vi: You wouldn't, uh, sell it or anything right?
Leif: We've been looking a long time for something like it.
Genow: U-Um…
Kabbu: If it's not for the money, we could trade for it as well?
Genow: Wow, you're really serious about this huh.
Genow: Let me think…
Genow: I went to the Ant Kingdom earlier, but I didn't get to pick up anything.
Genow: I'd trade this cloth for a toy, or some souvenir like that?
Leif: We can do that.
Vi: Yeah! We live there and all!
Genow: Really? Then this must be fate!
Genow: I'll be here for a good while, so I'll hang on to the cloth.
Genow: Looking forward to what you bring!
[subsequent talks before getting souvenir]
Genow: I'll be here for a good while, so I'll hang on to the cloth.
Genow: Looking forward to what you bring!
[have souvenir]
Genow: So you brought me a souvenir from the Ant Kingdom?
[incorrect item]
Genow: Um, are you sure this is from there? Not feeling it...
[exit out]
Genow: Well, if you find anything, you know where to find me!
[give Ant Doll]
Genow: A little ant toy! It's adorable!
Vi: It's the cutest, right?
Genow: Mhm. It's going to look wonderful in my room. Can't wait to tell my teammate!
Genow: Here. The cloth you wanted.
Kabbu: Thank you so much!
Leif: Excellent. Our goal is finally within reach.
Vi: Let's go get that paint! Heheheh.
Genow: It was nice to meet you!
[subsequent talks]
Genow: Can't wait to show it to my teammate! Thank you!
[end of quest-related dialogue]
Shay: ...What? I'm just enjoying some shade. Stop staring.
Kabbu: S-Sorry...
[Spy Shay]
Vi: Shady mosquitos are everywhere, huh.
Leif: Hey. The juice seller in the Golden Settlement is honest.
Kabbu: Indeed. Vi, you shouldn't generalize a whole group!
Vi: Geez, I was just saying...
Xic: Kuku. Welcome to the poison emporium. Your number one place to get exotic toxins.
Xic: Kuku. If you're interested in pain, get close to its vessel and press |button,4| to call me!
[Examine item]
Xic: Kuku...That |string,0|? |currency,var,1|.
Textbox: I'll take it!
No thanks.
[I'll take it!]
Xic: Kuku. Thank yooou very much-a.
[No thanks.]
Xic: Kukumph.
[Insufficient Funds]
Xic: Kuh? No money? No sell for you, then!
[Full Inventory]
Xic: Kuku, where will you carry that!?
[Spy Xic]
Leif: So the rumors were true. There is a master of all poison in this town.
Vi: Err, where...no, WHEN did you hear that?
Leif: Kut mentioned him. His ingredients carry more toxins than you could imagine.
Kabbu: Do we even want to ask?
Leif: Look. We're buying these. And cooking them.
Vi: No way! Do it with your own berries!
Charmy: Hello there lovelies! Welcome to my humble stall.
Charmy: Here, I offer charms which can change how battles go on for you, for only a few berries.
Charmy: I have a few different charm types, which is how long their effects will last. The more they last, the more berries they cost of course!
Charmy: Could I interest you in any charms?
Charmy: What kind of charm are you interested in?
Textbox: Cheapskate Charm - 10 berries
Regular Charm - 20 berries
Overcharmed - 40 berries
How do charms work?
Not interested right now.
[any kind of charm]
Charmy: Alright! Let's start then!
Charmy: There you go! Now you're all charmed up.
Charmy: Who knows how it will help you out? Might even get you out of a pinch!
Charmy: Come back later when you want more charms!
[Insufficient Funds]
Charmy: Sorry lovelies, without berries, I can't do anything for you.
[Not interested right now.]
Charmy: Aw. Come back if you ever change your mind, alright?
[How do charms work?]
Charmy: Simple! Once you're charmed, there is a random chance my magic will activate in battle.
Charmy: Depending on when it activates, different effects can happen.
Charmy: Like, granting a boost of power when attacking, or increasing your toughness before an enemy attack…
Charmy: Even recovering your HP or TP depending on what happens!
Charmy: Charms only last a few times, however. Once they run out, you can just come back and reapply them to benefit again!
Charmy: The charm types only change how long they last, but buying in bulk can net you a nice discount.
Charmy: So, might I interest you in any charm?
[coming back before a charm wears off]
Charmy: Hey there! Already back? That charm I gave you is still active.
Charmy: Would you like me to overwrite it?
Textbox: Yes please.
No thanks.
[Spy Charmy]
Kabbu: Ooh! The charm dancer! We simply must purchase one!
Leif: We thought you weren't too keen on fortune…
Kabbu: I've seen these work with my very own eyes. There's no luck involved.
Leif: Uh huh... Maybe just one, then.
[ch4]
Ven: Curses! One of them hid in the well!
Vi: Huh?
Ven: One of those blasted bandits, of course! How dare they hide in our town...
[buy key]
Ven: Whatever you do, stay far away from the Bandit Hideout at the southeast!
Ven: They'll do anything for berries... even hurt others without mercy!
[post-bandit hideout]
Ven: The bandits have calmed down a little, but they're still a nuisance…
Ven: Someone must deal with them! I would do it myself, but...
[Quest: Bandit Hunt]
Ven: You took my request, didn't you?
Leif: We did. Beat some bandits, is that it?
Ven: Yes. These blasted bandits...I will never forgive them…
Ven: Please, I cannot go myself. I have my reasons. Besides, I am not equipped for it.
Kabbu: Leave it to us, we will teach those evildoers a lesson!
Ven: You have my gratitude. I need you to defeat at least 20 of them.
Ven: Any of them will do. Be it the dragonflies, the crickets, the ladybugs, whichever.
Ven: Just beat them up so they stop attacking the citizens of Defiant Root!
Vi: You got it! Just have our reward ready when we're back!
Ven: As long as they stop attacking us... You shall receive your reward. Notify me once you've beaten 20 of them.
[Talk without having defeated enough]
Ven: Seems you still need to teach a few more bandits a lesson. Just beat 20 bandits, any of them, and I will reward you.
Kabbu: It'll be good to check the Bestiary. It should hold how many we've defeated!
[Talk, defeated 20]
Ven: You've done it, haven't you!? I can tell their foul deeds have become less frequent. Good job!
Kabbu: Justice has, in fact, been delivered!
Ven: If only I had more to give. Here's what I promised you.
Ven: Once more, you have my gratitude. Now at least she can rest easy now.
Leif: No problem. Take care of yourself.
Ven: It will be much easier now. Stay safe during your travels.
[talk post-quest]
Ven: Thank you. For everything. I am sure she is grateful too.
[End of quest-related dialogue]
[Quest: Card Masters of Bugaria]
Shay: ...I see. You're card players, huh?
Leif: You're quick on the uptake. Ever heard of the Card Masters?
Shay: You're talking to the one and only.
Kabbu: A-Aren't there four?
Shay: You ready for this? I have no plans to go easy on you.
Textbox: Bring it on!
Not yet.
[Not yet.]
Shay: Tch. Don't bother me then.
[Bring it on!]
Shay: Feel the sting of a pro player!
[Lose]
Leif: Ngh...Strong.
Shay: The title of card master isn't given to just anyone. Best of luck next time.
[Win]
Shay: ...I've lost to a rookie!?
Leif: Your overconfidence was your defeat.
Shay: I learned a strategy or two, I'll give you that. I, Shay, shall upgrade your card on my duelist honor.
[Masters remaining]
Shay: You still need to defeat the remaining masters. But they don't get any better than me, really.
Shay: Here's a good hint: "Someone shy, but when challenged, changes completely."
Kabbu: It pains me to say there's no shortage of shyness in this kingdom. Thank you for your help, however.
Shay: No problem. If you're up for another game, just say it. I'll give you a good fight.
Leif: Hmm. Anytime, Shay.
[Final Master]
Shay: With this full card, no one's going to stop you from entering the Metal Island tournament.
Vi: We did it! The prize is just within reach!
Shay: Show the old sailor by the pier this card, and he'll give you a good discount. Beats swimming.
Leif: Thank you. It's time to test our skills against the elite.
Kabbu: Let us go. Towards Metal Island!
[after winning]
Shay: Up for another match?
Textbox: Bring it on!
Not yet.
[Bring it on!]
Shay: Feel the sting of a pro player!
[win again]
Shay: So I lose again... Here's something for your trouble. I did come up with some tricks.
[End of quest-related Dialogue]
[Quest: Ore Wanted]
Kabbu: Ms. Butomu? We've seen your listing!
Butomu: Is that so, noble explorers? You've found the crimson ore?
[Incorrect Item]
Butomu: Hrm. No, this will not do. You must have made a mistake.
[exit out]
Hrm? Well, I'll be waiting for your fine results!
[give Crimson Ore]
Butomu: ...! Yes! This is it! You've truly found it!
Leif: No problem.
Butomu: Pardon me, but I will get to work immediately.
Butomu: I've been itching to finish this Medal.
Butomu: Hrm. Excellent! A masterpiece. Would you take it as your reward?
Vi: Woah, for real?
(minibubble) Kabbu: It's...heavy!
Butomu: Hohoh! Sorry...I thought I made it light enough for you brave folk!
Kabbu: W-We'll manage. Thank you, Ms. Butomu.
[talk after]
Butomu: Hrm. I wonder what my next work shall be!
[end of quest dialogue]
[After Sand Castle]
[Spy Neil]
Vi: Hey, that ice isn't melting!
Kabbu: ...It'd be more impressive if we hadn't met Leif.
(minibubble) Leif: Heh.
Neil: Hey there! Some folk actually unearthed the old Sand Castle! So I went in and got some of these Magic Ice cubes!
Neil: Do you want one? It's 10 berries for this Magic Ice that never melts! Great for cold recipes!
Textbox: Yes
No
[No]
Neil: Ouch! Don't be so cold, will ya!
[Insufficient Funds]
Neil: Hey hey! You don't have enough!
Neil: Come on, I have to risk my life every time I go there to get more from those freak things in the castle!
Neil: I should ask for more berries for these…
[Full inventory]
Neil: Wait wait! How are you going to carry it?! Sell something before you buy it!
[Yes]
Neil: Hoho! Thank you!
Neil: Nice doing business with you!
[Quest: Lost Item]
[Spy Zasp]
Vi: Hey! That guy looks familiar!
(minibubble) Kabbu: D-Does he?
Leif: Could this be...?
Zasp: ...! You!
Kabbu: Hm?
Zasp: ...N-Nothing. Have you found the "thing"?
[give incorrect]
Zasp: That's not it. Find it soon, I ain't got too much time.
[exit out]
Zasp: Hmph. Just find the "thing" and bring it back to me.
[Mothiva doll]
Zasp: YES! ...Err, thanks. Here's your reward.
Zasp: This never happened. I'll be going now.
Leif: Don't trip on the way to that concert.
[talk again]
Zasp: ...
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[ch6]
Fuzzo: Drat. The Wasp attack will cause a dent on business...
Bee Guard: With the Wasp attack, the order for battle gear has skyrocketed! And so has my workload!
Guard: I hope we really don't have to fight in a war...
[Spy Kali]
Kabbu: Ms. Kali's made quite a name for herself in town! Her wares are very popular.
Vi: Eh, they're way too expensive.
Leif: And we're already beautiful.
Kabbu: Al...right?
[Quest: Stolen Item]
Kali: I can't believe it! My baby! My handmade, extremely high-quality silk!
Leif: That's gotta be Kali. Excuse us, miss?
Kali: Whatever could you want? Can't you see I'm devastated?
Vi: We're here to help!
Kabbu: You need not suffer any longer. Could you tell us what happened?
Kali: Aah...Explorers! Please excuse me, I've been very on edge.
Kali: I have ample reason to believe bandits have stolen my silk!
Kali: Not any silk, yes? This one costs both time and many berries to manufacture!
Leif: The bandits've really done a number on Defiant Root.
Kabbu: Leave it to us! You will be able to craft again soon!
Kali: So dashing! Please, return it before they ruin it!
Vi: You got it. Start getting that reward ready!
[talk again]
Kali: Oh, what great timing! Could it be you've retrieved my precious silk!?
[wrong item]
Kali: No, no, no! This isn't it. How distressing!
[exit out]
Kabbu: Sorry, not yet.
Kali: You haven't? I do apologize for jumping to conclusions. Would you please go? I need to grieve.
[give stolen silk]
Kali: Ah! My baby! My handmade, extremely high-quality silk!
Leif: It did feel incredible carrying it back here.
Kabbu: Miss Kali, did you truly create such an exquisite texture?
Kali: That's right. Silks and the wondrous items of fashion and leisure it can be woven into are my absolute PASSION.
Vi: They've gotta be worth a fortune! No wonder it got stolen.
Kali: A fortune? Hah! You cannot put a price on a masterpiece.
Kali: ...Though I'll have you know my prices are very economical, darlings.
Vi: This place is so cool though. I've never seen this big wheel before!
Kali: W-Wait! Do be VERY careful near that vase, my dear. It's a gift from a client very close to me.
Kabbu: Incredible. Your work touches the hearts of the wearer that strongly!
Leif: Shame we're not too much into fashion…
Kali: I'm itching to get back to work, so…
Kali: Please, let me reward you for all you've done for this shop.
Kali: And you all seem absolutely exhausted, you poor things. Breathe this in, my darlings, it should soothe and fix your wounds with ease.
Kabbu: Oh! Thank you so much!
Vi: Huh?! This smoke... I-I...
Vi: COUGH! COUGH! COUGH! HACK!
Leif: Vi, watch out!
Vi: ATCHOOOO!!
Vi: ...S-Sorry. This smoke makes me really dizz-
Kali: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!
Kali: That vase was a one of a kind design from…
(minibubble) Leif: Ah crud.
Kali: It's shattered, ruined, obliterated! Oh this is the worst day of my LIFE!
Vi: I...I'm sorry!
Kali: Sorry is NOT enough! It's time to show you the consequences of touching things that do not belong to YOU!
Vi: COUGH! COUGH! STOP IT! I SAID I'M SORRY!
Leif: What's this smoke...?
Kabbu: ...N-Nghh...Vi, Leif!
Kali: Come hither, my dear Beetle…
Kabbu: Hnnnng...what...is...going...on...? My...body...
Kali: A surprise you could resist my charms, oh blue one.
Kali: I digress, come, my Knight, let's give these two a proper thrashing!
Leif: Kabbu, what do you think you're doing?
Vi: You're gonna BETRAY US!? OVER THIS!?
Kabbu: I...can't control...my body...
Kali: A puppet on silken strings, now... Let's begin, shall we?
[first time defeating Kabbu before defeating Kali]
Kali: Oh no no, my valiant knight, do rise once more! Healing dust!
[battle]
Kali: A-Ah! I...I yield!
[post-battle]
Leif: This was unnecessary. We could've replaced the vase.
Kabbu: Extremely unnecessary! Please don't control my body!
Vi: I...I'm sorry. That smoke made me dizzy, I couldn't help it…
Kali: …
Kali: …
Kali: ...*Sigh* Alright. I apologize as well, my dears.
Kali: It was quite uncouth of me to lose my temper.
Kali: Let's put this behind us, hm? Water in the oasis as it were. I'll see if Butomu can fix the vase…
Leif: Fine with us. We're too lazy to press charges.
Vi: I'll stay super far from the fixed one, promise!
Kabbu: Despite the downward turn...we hope you make great things with that silk, Kali!
Kali: Oh. I assure you, I can and will, my dear knight.
Kali: ...Please remove yourselves from my shop, if you would be so kind.
[talk again after fight]
Kali: ...Out.
[come back]
Kali: Oh, that Butomu's a miracle worker! Please do keep your distance from this one.
(minibubble) Vi: Sorry...
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[before accepting quest, ch5]
Engira: ...My claw...Where's...where's...Where's my claw!?!?
[Spy Engira, missing claw]
Leif: Poor guy. The claw really was a big charm point.
Vi: Is it that big of a deal? He can just get another tool, right?
Kabbu: Would you so quickly abandon your Beemerang?
Vi: ...Alright, alright.
[Quest: My Mecha Claw!]
[first talk]
Engira: Where's my claw!?!?
Leif: Woah, chill out.
Vi: You're Engira, right? You lost that claw thing?
Engira: Grr... Yes. Those darn Wasps! I'm sure they're responsible!
Kabbu: Wouldn't one sooner blame the bandits?
Engira: As if those uncultured criminals would know the value of MY CLAW!
Engira: Heck, if it wasn't the Wasps, they hired the bandits to do it!
Leif: That's not much of a clue, is it?
Engira: Look. It's gotta be in their kingdom, or the Far Grasslands.
Engira: If anyone can find it, it's explorers, right!?
Kabbu: Worry not. We shall recover YOUR CLAW!
[subsequent talks]
Engira: Have you found my claw!?!?
[exit out]
Engira: Please...PLEASE find it...
[incorrect item]
Engira: Does this look like a claw to you!? Like I could wear this!?
Vi: Uh, whoops! Wrong one…
[give claw]
Engira: Yes...YES!!! I missed you so much!
Kabbu: It fits you very well, Engira!
Vi: Can you make us something cool with it?
Engira: Hm. Well, it'll take a bit. But I do have this prototype...
Leif: This'll do. Thanks.
Engira: Heheheh...If you think that Medal's good, wait until you see what I'll make with my claw!
[talk again]
Engira: Heheheh. Butomu's gonna see some real blacksmithing now!
[end of quest-related dialogue]
[postcanon]
Fuzzo: Heh, peace has returned. It's the best time for business!
4. Well
[Overworld Spy, pre-bandit hideout]
Leif: So we've come to the bottom of this well for...not much, really.
Vi: Yeah, it's just a bunch of water!
Kabbu: It IS a well…
[Spy Astotheles]
Leif: A curious place to set shop.
Kabbu: Well, anyone who can help will do. No matter where they fancy to sit!
Astotheles: Tsk. Word spreads quick. You look for the ancient keys?
Astotheles: Maybe I can help you. For 30 berries, that is.
Textbox: Give Berries.
Ignore him.
[Ignore him.]
Astotheles: Suit yourselves.
[Insufficient Funds]
Astotheles: I don't deal with cheapskates.
[Give Berries.]
Astotheles: You're a wise bunch. Here.
Vi: Um, what's this? The key?
Astotheles: The bandits lurk in the southeast of the desert. That's your ticket in.
Leif: Just how do you have this?
Astotheles: …
Kabbu: W-Well, no matter. We'd best start planning our trip there!
[talk again]
Astotheles: I'll be seeing you.
[Overworld Spy, post-bandit hideout]
Leif: To think this place connects to the hideout…
Leif: It must have made their crimes that much easier to commit.
Vi: They better lay off after that smackdown!
[postcanon]
Will: Hey. Stuff calmed down, so I'm checking out the well!
Will: Let's see if I can patch this crack...
[Spy Will]
Kabbu: That's some devotion to this well…
Leif: Shall we visit the hideout before the shortcut's fixed?