Golden Settlement

1. Entrance

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: The settlement's entrance is so pretty! I just love the sunflowers!

Kabbu: Heheh. It's so unusual to see Vi so...chirpy.

Leif: Make sure she doesn't hear you, or we won't hear the end of it.

Stickbug: Hey! You're just in time for the festival!

Stickbug: You won't want to miss it...I'll see you there!

[Spy Stickbug]

Leif: So tall…

Kabbu: Hm. I imagine you're not used to that feeling, Leif?

Leif: We've got to admit we aren't. Not to this magnitude.

Vi: Bleh. It's all the same to me. Why is everybody else so tall!?

Leif: More like, why are you so short?

Vi: You wanna fight, Leif!?

Kabbu: (Never mention height ever again.)

Cricketly: Come in! Come in! We have items not sold anywhere else! Just stand near something and press |button,4| if you are interested!

Cricketly: If you want to sell your stuff, talk to my husband about it. He is just right over there.

Huscada: Hey hey! Check out our merchandise! We have things you won't find anywhere else!

Common shop dialogue

Diana

[Spy Tanjerin, before talking]

Vi: Woah, that's a huge Tangy Berry!

Leif: No, Vi. That's a beetle...quite a cute one.

Kabbu: What is he doing!!? That rock is extremely heavy!

Kabbu: We must talk him out of it, before it's too late!

[First Talk]

Tanjerin: Huuu...

Kabbu: Excuse me, extremely round beetle!

Tanjerin: Oi! Don't interrupt me! I'm gonna move this rock!

Kabbu: This rock is extremely heavy! You will hurt your horn!

Tanjerin: I'm a fully grown Tanjerin! I can do it. I can move this rock!

Vi: Let the little dude do his job, Kabbu!

Tanjerin: I'm not little! I'll fight you right here!

Leif: It's so cute. How can we feel threatened at all?

Tanjerin: I came from a veeery far land from the right, to prove my might!

Tanjerin: I'll break this rock. Then I'll be the strongest!

(minibubble) Leif: It works that way?

Kabbu: I admire your spirit, but horns cannot withstand such pressure. You should take care!

Tanjerin: My horn can never break, cuz I'm strong! Now, I'm going right back to work!

Vi: It was cute at the start, but now I'm kinda worried…

[subsequent talks]

Tanjerin: Huuu...I can do it...

Vi: That little guy really does look like a Tangy Berry.

Leif: We wonder why?

Tanjerin: I'm not little! And stop interrupting me!

Tanjerin: Besides, everyone looks like this where I come from.

Kabbu: Is that so? ...Well, where are you from?

Tanjerin: The east.

Kabbu: Er, you've told us so. But whereabouts in the east?

Tanjerin: I dunno what that means. The east! I just walked to the left a lot, and got here!

Leif: Oh dear, it's not too smart.

Tanjerin: Shut up! And let me work!

Tanjerin: Sigh...

Vi: Heheh. You don't see Kabbu get mad a lot!

Kabbu: Let's just...go.

[Spy Tanjerin, after talking]

Kabbu: So he came from a far land…

Leif: Any idea of which?

Kabbu: I've heard of one region where bugs look like seeds and berries.

Vi: I've heard of that place too! Err, in fairy tales?

Leif: So those tales could be real…

(minibubble) Leif: ...We should go there someday.

[post-festival]

[Spy Yumnum]

Vi: H-He's wearing Numbnails!

Leif: Not doing himself any favors, if he wants to look approachable.

Kabbu: L-Let's not be quick to judge! I'm sure he's an upstanding merchant!

Yumnum: Kukuku... I'll miss the caravan's little friend. Can't follow, though. Gotta keep the business going.

Yumnum: Kukuku... Try buying my Sleep Bomb! Press |button,4| near it!

Yumnum: Kukuku... Just mixing a Spicy Bomb with a Numbnail Dart had such a great result!

[examine item]

Yumnum: Want that |string,0|? That's |currency,var,1|!

Textbox: Yes

No

Stickbug: Every festival gets better...I can't wait for the next one!

Mines Ant

[Quest: Huuuuuuuuuu...!!!]

Tanjerin: It's you. Thank you so much. Now I can break this rock.

Kabbu: I implore you to reconsider! You've hurt yourself already!

Tanjerin: Nah. Imma do it! Just watch!

Leif: Well, it's not quite broken, but…

Tanjerin: I did it! I broke the rock! A champion of the people! So much honor!

Vi: C-Congrats!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Sigh... Whatever.

Tanjerin: I can rest now. I deserve it for working so hard! See you, and thanks!

[end of quest dialogue]

[Quest: Bounty: Devourer]

[after talking to Doppel]

Common Stratos and Delilah bounty spy

[First Talk]

Delilah: Heya. Great festival this year, eh?

Vi: I know, right?

Stratos: We heard some interesting rumors during it.

Stratos: You know of the windmills leading to this settlement?

Kabbu: Yes. They help provide power to Bugaria, do they not?

Delilah: Seems they tried to build one in a pretty dangerous place, and some workers got hurt.

Stratos: An incredibly cruel monster haunts the way to the Golden Settlement!

Vi: Really? We didn't see anything on the way here…

Delilah: Apparently it's a pretty high up area. Does it ring any bells?

Delilah: ...But yeah, it'd be nice if the area got reclaimed. Maybe they could build the windmill then.

Leif: We'll scout around if we're nearby.

Kabbu: Thank you for the information. Be wary of traveling there as well!

Delilah: No worries. Have safe travels, everyone!

[talk again]

Stratos: You seem like you plan to do something about it.

Stratos: It was a warning, not an invitation... Be safe.

Delilah: I'd be pretty stoked to meet the monster. Fighting it though? Nah…

2. Main Area

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: We can kind of see the hype behind the Golden Settlement.

Vi: I know, right? It's such a good place to visit!

Kabbu: And on top of its beauty, the settlement provides many items this region needs.

Leif: Beautiful, AND useful... We have a high respect for this place.

[Story, ch2, walking up to Aria’s platform w Celia and Levi]

Celia: Seriously, Aria! Open the way!

Aria: The way to the hills is sacred. I will not sully it for any reason.

Levi: Please, won't you reconsider? The wasps could beat us to the punch!

Aria: They tried. They failed. I will not waver in my conviction.

Celia: They...failed?

Aria: I dealt with them, yes.

Levi: Ngh. As rushed as we may be, if there's no danger, I don't think we'll manage to skip the festivities.

Celia: Bummer. Guess we'll have to relax, for once!

Aria: The way to the hills will open after the festivities are concluded.

Aria: Not sooner, not later. You must wait.

Kabbu: That's that, huh...

Vi: You heard her! Relaxing is the mission!

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Vi: That goes double for you, Leif. Let's check this place out!

Leif: Alright, alright.

Kabbu: The main event starts at night time. Let's talk to Aria when we're ready.

[Spy Aria]

Leif: An acolyte, huh. It's so unusual to see someone so deep into their faith.

Kabbu: Well, of all places, the Golden Settlement worships a very specific Goddess.

Vi: And it's worked out pretty good for them!

Kabbu: Indeed. It's not too uncommon to see devout followers around.

Leif: Every place has a different culture, huh.

Levi: Intel states the artifact may lie at the top of the Golden Hills, although the way only opens the day after the festival.

Levi: We have little choice but to wait. I will be glad to relax with you, comrades.

[Spy Levi]

Kabbu: Levi is formidable. I do have a question though.

Kabbu: Ladybugs have been very supervised after that incident. Levi, however, seems free to move about.

(minibubble) Leif: (That incident?)

Vi: Isn't that just because of Celia? She's probably keeping an eye on him.

Leif: They seemed to be friends. You believe she's merely the Queen's informant?

Kabbu: We have no way to know, unless we ask them.

Celia: I'd really prefer to just get the job done, but... We have to respect the traditions of other kingdoms, I guess.

[Spy Celia]

Kabbu: We really owe Celia. She was a big help against the wasps.

Vi: Eh, they weren't that tough. We woulda been fine!

Leif: That's easy to say, when they did half the work…

Common amber dialogue

[Spy Amber]

Kabbu: Miss Amber's come to the festival too!

Leif: She's from the Storage Service... Pretty sure she's here for work.

Vi: That sucks, having to work on the festival…

Kabbu: Let's make sure to honor her sacrifice by making good use of the service.

Gein: Hello! Welcome to the Golden Emporium! Golden Hills' best general supply store! What can I help you with?

Textbox: We're here to buy!

We've come to sell.

Just checking.

Gein: Interested in that |string,0|? I'm selling it for |currency,var,1|!

Textbox: I will take it!

Just browsing.

Gein: Here you go!

[Spy Gein]

Vi: Ugh. This guy.

Leif: What's wrong with him?

Vi: He won't buy our stuff! It's beyond rude!

Kabbu: Vi, you DO know the shopkeepers have no obligation to buy our items, right?

Kabbu: This is a plentiful area, they are probably overstocked more than anything else…

Vi: Whatever. I'll go sell to the caravan. They know a good deal when they see it!

Leif: (Poor caravan...)

Dan: I try to make it to each festival. Even the classic Leaf Salad can become more exciting with Kut's skilled hands.

[Spy Dan]

Leif: It's that gourmet from the plaza…

Vi: Yup. Anyways, let's go.

Leif: Can't we stay a bit? We wanted to drink some Aphid Dew together…

Kabbu: Leif, you've made friends without us noticing!

Kabbu: I'm...I'm so proud!

Leif: "Friends" may be a bit too strong a word...

Kut: Hey, folks. Come for some exquisite, gold rank food?

Kut: Hand me some quality ingredients over... I'll cut through your expectations.

Textbox: Give one ingredient.

Give two ingredients.

Not interested.

[talk again after cooking]

Kut: Back for more? What will it be this time?

[Spy Kut]

Kabbu: Kut is quite the skilled chef…

Vi: But his attitude sucks!

Leif: Normally we'd avoid him out of principle, but…

Leif: His food is actually a grade higher than Fry's…

Kabbu: I'm inclined to agree, regrettably…

Vi: Eh. You know how it is. If you're really good, you can act however you want!

Leif: Let's make sure to get some good festival food, at least...

Judie: Heyyyy! You look...thirsty.

Judie: You wouldn't care for some sweet Berry Juice, made right here in the Golden Settlement?

Judie: It's just 9 berries... Pretty please?

Textbox: Sure!

No thank you.

[Spy Judie, pre-underground Tavern]

Vi: Hey, guys…

Leif: What?

Vi: How do you think she walks? That looks heavy…

Kabbu: Vi! There are things you must never ask!!!

[Spy Judie, post-tavern]

Vi: Hey, guys…

Leif: Hm?

Vi: Doesn't she kind of look like Shades?

Kabbu: Goodness... You're right!

Leif: It IS pretty uncanny…

Vi: Heheh. I'll have to bother Shades about it later!

[talk after buying]

Judie: Oh! Back for more? Just 9 berries for some delicious Berry Juice!

Samira

[Spy Samira]

Vi: Samira's come to the festival too!

Kabbu: It's inspiring to see her put in the legwork to achieve her goals.

Leif: Yeah... Hopefully business will be good during the festival.

Beette: Mmm... This place's stuff is pretty good. But it's just not Bee Kingdom quality, you know?

Vi: Let's go have fun somewhere else.

[Spy Beette]

Kabbu: Vi, you seem to have some beef with this bug.

Vi: Annoying, arrogant, smug... She's everything I hate about the Bee Kingdom!

Leif: You're acting like all bees are like this. What about you?

Vi: I'm an exception. End of story!

Kabbu: (Vi…)

Fuzzo: Tch. This bee is irritating...She keeps leading me on, but won't buy anything!

Vi: She's the worst. I wouldn't take her money at all.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi?

[Spy Fuzzo]

Vi: Hey, it's that merchant that hangs around town!

Kabbu: He travels with the caravan, doesn't he? He seems to be striking a deal…

Leif: It's more like he's trying to strike a deal. Really trying.

Mothiva: [music note] The light reflected in your eyes…! [music note]

Kabbu: Oh dear! Mothiva is giving a live concert! Everyone, we mustn't interrupt!

Mothiva: (Those three... Hmph!)

[Spy Mothiva]

Vi: Wow... It's Mothiva! She is super popular!

Kabbu: Even I have heard of her from my homeland, it is such an honor to even be near her!

Leif: What exactly makes her so special?

Vi: She's explorer by day, performer by night!

Kabbu: Mhm. Most bugs struggle being successful, but it comes easily to her.

Leif: We'll give her music a try sometime, maybe...

Zasp: ...Go away.

[Spy Zasp]

Leif: Who's hiding behind this bush, though?

Vi: S-Shh! He will hear us!

Tim: Feel free to take a seat, there's a show going on.

[Spy Tim]

Kabbu: Hmm…

Vi: What's up?

Kabbu: I was once told the bartender of this settlement was an energetic mantis lady.

Kabbu: Suffice to say, this fellow cannot possibly be her.

Vi: Who knows, maybe she quit or something...

Leif: ...Have you all noticed how nosy we get sometimes?

Sunny: Welcome to the Sunset Inn!

Sunny: Unfortunately we are booked full due to the festival! I apologize for the incovenience!

[Spy Sunny]

Leif: What a happy innkeeper.

Kabbu: It really makes you want to stay, doesn't it?

Vi: It makes me wonder how she's not bored...

Rob: The view from the balcony is really good. It soothes the soul a bit, I think.

[Spy Rob]

Vi: Huh, I didn't know ladybugs could have orange wings.

Leif: Yeah, we didn't know bees could be explorers either.

Vi: …

Leif: …

Kabbu: I-It's a joke, V-

Vi: It better be.

Bub: This inn's incredible... It was worth the trip all by itself!

[Spy Bub]

Kabbu: Oh, it's nice to see Bub again.

Leif: Again?

Kabbu: Well, yes. I ran into him back in the Lost Sands, and we had some nice talks.

Kabbu: Nothing too out of the ordinary. But back then, it was nice to be able to chat.

Vi: Well, don't let us stop you from saying hi or anything.

Vi: Just don't take TOO long!

[Looking out from the balcony, pre-venus]

Kabbu: Incredible. The view from this balcony is breathtaking!

Vi: Yeah! It's the best thing about Sunset Inn! Totally worth the price.

Leif: It's alright. The Venus statue is really well made, don't you think?

Vi: I think it's a bit creepy. It doesn't have a face or anything…

Kabbu: Vi, no one has seen the Goddess Venus. It would be sacrilegious to paint her face!

Leif: Say, Kabbu. You're not a worshipper or anything, are you?

Kabbu: Not quite. I just like being well informed of the places I visit.

Vi: I bet you went into the palace library to read all about this place, didn't you?

Kabbu: ...M-Maybe.

Leif: Cute.

Kabbu: Hmph. Let us go back to enjoying the view.

[subsequent examinations]

Textbox: A nice view of Venus' Statue.

[Look out from balcony, post venus-fight]

Kabbu: Incredible. The view from this balcony is breathtaking!

Vi: Yeah! It's the best thing about Sunset Inn! Totally worth the price.

Leif: It's alright. The Venus statue is really well made, don't you think?

Vi: I think it's a bit creepy. It doesn't have a face or anything…

Kabbu: Vi, Aria and our team are the only ones who have seen the Goddess Venus.

Leif: Say, Kabbu. You're not a worshipper or anything, are you?

Kabbu: Not quite. I just like being well informed of the places I visit.

Vi: I bet you went into the palace library to read all about this place, didn't you?

Kabbu: ...M-Maybe.

Leif: Cute.

Kabbu: Hmph. Let us go back to enjoying the view.

[to start the festival]

Aria: Oh? Are you here for the festival? It should start as soon as the sun sets.

Textbox: Keep exploring

Wait for nightfall.

[Story, festival start cutscene]

Aria: The Golden Festival has begun!

Aria: Oh Goddess Venus, who watches over us, and ensures a bountiful harvest without fault…

Aria: We congregate to share our gratitude. May it reach your roots and bring you joy.

Aria: And when the two offerings, held by our esteemed guest hosts, are brought to me…

Aria: The final ceremony will begin.

Aria: Now feast! Laugh! All in good faith! Let's make this one more festival to never forget!

Leif: Well, she's passionate.

Kabbu: Thank you, Venus. For watching over us…

Leif: Kabbu, you're praying too?

Kabbu: Er, I felt the need. We should be respectful of their tradition.

Vi: Didn't you hear? Feast and laugh! Now THAT's a way to show respect!

Leif: We should probably gather the two offerings. They sounded pretty important.

Kabbu: Let's look for them as the festivities ensue. They may help us complete our mission.

Vi: Uh, right. The mission. Yup. I'm on it!

[trying to leave the area]

Leif: No way we're leaving. This finally got interesting.

Neo: Hey, everyone! I've heard only Acolyte Aria can perform the ritual ceremony. I can't wait to study it!

[Spy Neo]

Kabbu: Vi, Leif...Thank you.

Leif: What for?

Kabbu: For helping me protect Neo. I am very glad to see him safe.

Vi: Oh, I forgot to ask Neo for a reward!

Kabbu: …

Vi: I...I was kidding! Just kidding, okay!?

(minibubble) Leif: Heh.

Celia: Stop worrying. I'm going to be fine, no matter how much juice I drink!

(minibubble) Leif: That won't end well...

Levi: Friend, if you keep drinking so much Berry Juice, your skills will be compromised!

Levi: Although it's hard to stop, when its flavor is so amazing!

Bee Guard: Sigh. Did they really think these two would do anything? I want to enjoy the festival too...

[Spy Guard]

Kabbu: Having guards around watching the ladybugs fouls the mood a bit.

Leif: Why, exactly, do they need supervision?

Vi: I think it had to do with them stealing a bunch of stuff. I'm not too sure, though.

Kabbu: I remember seeing a book about this, it'd be good if we could research more.

Leif: Yeah. We have no choice but to catch up with history...

Rob: It's always nice to catch the festival. The food is always great!

Bub: I kind of miss visiting the farms, but I guess there's nothing to be done about it.

Sunny: It's time for the festivities! No one's gonna be sleeping tonight, I bet!

Fuzzo: Everyone's busy at the festivities, so I don't have much I can offer besides some basic services.

Fuzzo: What are you interested in?

Textbox: I want to buy.

I want to sell.

Nothing, thanks.

[Spy Fuzzo]

Vi: Hey, it's that merchant that hangs around town!

Kabbu: He travels with the caravan, doesn't he? Although he seems to be alone…

Leif: He's probably the lone agent of the team...

Tim: I wish I could join the festival, but I have to stay open. Sigh.

Fluffy: Oh, I'm so not a party enthusiast…

Fluffy: But I've heard the ceremony involves glorious combat! It gets me so pumped and ready for violence!

[Spy Fluffy]

Leif: That's some admirable neck fluff.

Kabbu: It must be so comfortable, falling asleep with it around the neck!

Vi: It's so impractical! My fluff is way better!

Leif: Don't get jealous, Vi.

Vi: I'll never be jealous of any other bee.

(minibubble) Kabbu: (So bitter...)

Bomby: Wo-Wow! That bee's such a looker...!

[Spy Bomby]

Kabbu: This fellow lives in the Ant Kingdom, does he not?

Leif: Dunno. Sweet hat, though.

Huni: Yay! It's my first festival! Everything looks so awesome!

[Spy Huni]

Vi: You know...I was about her age when I came to my first festival.

Vi: Everything was so much cooler than the boring Bee Kingdom! It really made me want to see the world!

Leif: We haven't given you enough credit, Vi. Even you can get quite pensive.

Vi: Let's just enjoy the festival, okay?

Layna: Wow, the moon shines with a splendid light! Is this because of Venus?

Layna: I've seen so many wonderful things on this journey, haven't I, Nero?

[Spy Layna]

Leif: What a warm glow.

Kabbu: I've never seen anything like this! Could she be one of the 10 sorcerers?

Vi: Nah. It's a firefly! Sis told me some bugs in other regions glow in the dark and stuff.

Leif: Ice magic sucks. We want to glow in the dark.

Kabbu: For the sake of our missions, please keep the ice magic...

[Spy Stratos and Delilah before talking]

Kabbu: That gigantic beetle, and a mosquito. Hmm... Could it be…

Leif: Your friends, Kabbu?

Kabbu: Not quite.

Vi: We should say hi. They look really strong!

[first talk]

Delilah: Hey! You're Team Snakemouth, aren't you?

Vi: That's us!

Delilah: Nice! We're fellow explorers too. Ever heard of us?

Kabbu: Given what I've heard... Are you Stratos and Delilah?

Delilah: Yep, that's us! I'm Delilah, and this big guy's Stratos.

(minibubble) Stratos: Mhm. Nice meeting ya.

Kabbu: You're known as "Team Slacker", correct? Famous for never finishing missions?

(minibubble) Leif: Not even one?

Stratos: No mission's interesting for long enough. Why bother finishing them?

Kabbu: And you still call yourselves explorers?

Delilah: Of course! We love exploring! No place's outta reach!

(minibubble) Vi: Nice.

Stratos: We're more like informants, ye? For the other explorers.

Delilah: We gather intelligence about tough quests so other teams can do them. Nice deal, ain't it?

Delilah: We're looking into the fabled Sand Castle in the corners of the Lost Sands!

Stratos: After the festival, we'll resume our search. This'll be a good time to unwind.

Leif: Looks like "slacker" ain't quite the name for them.

(minibubble) Vi: They're living the dream!

Kabbu: So that's how things were…

Delilah: Let's meet again on the road, yeah? Maybe we'll meet at the desert!

(minibubble) Stratos: Mhm.

[Spy Stratos and Delilah, post-first talk]

Kabbu: Hmm…

Vi: What's up, Kabbu?

Kabbu: I may have been too quick to judge them…

Leif: You're still on about that?

Kabbu: Just because they aren't what I see in an explorer doesn't invalidate their work…

Leif: If you feel that bad, just go apologize again.

Kabbu: Very well. I will face my sins!

(minibubble) Vi: He did it!

[talk again]

Delilah: We will stick around until the festival ends, then we will head out for the Lost Sands.

Delilah: See you there!

Stratos: We did come to the settlement a while ago to gather info on the artifact.

Stratos: All we know, though, is that it rests on top of the hills. No one besides Aria and a few selects ever made it there, from what we gathered.

Stratos: If you perform the special ceremony with Aria, you will be granted access. That's the only chance to get the artifact.

Stratos: Maybe this year's lucky bugs will be you?

Mothiva’s guard: Hey, watch it! I know everyone wants to see Mothiva, but no pushing!

[Spy guard]

Kabbu: Must be tough having to work as Mothiva's guard.

Vi: Everyone wants her autograph!

Kabbu: We're lucky that as an exploration team, we can have access!

(minibubble) Leif: Yay.

Mothiva: Ohohoho! I deserve only the best food after such a show!

Kabbu: Oh dear, Mothiva's having dinner! We shouldn't interrupt…

Mothiva: (Those three... Hmph!)

[Spy Zasp, having not talked to him before]

Leif: What a look. Way to make a first impression.

Vi: He doesn't look like he can eat much…

Kabbu: Let us introduce ourselves!

[if you haven’t talked to Zasp before]

Zasp: If it ain't Team Snakemouth. I'm Zasp, part of the Explorers' Association. I've heard of your expedition.

Vi: Heheh, really? We did super well, didn't we?

Zasp: Did you now? Heard you got pulled out of a river, half dead. Pretty embarassing, if you ask me.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Oof...

Leif: We already dislike you.

Vi: You got a problem, wasp?

Zasp: It's Zasp. And no, I'm too busy to be petty.

Zasp: I'm here to represent my team in the eating competition. The winner gets an offering, so it is my aim to win.

Zasp: I just wanted to relax a little before it, is all.

Leif: We must say you're going to lose, Zasp. Horribly.

Leif: In an eating competition... We won't be bested.

Zasp: Hahahah! Try your luck. I'll see you in the ring.

Vi: Grrr! You better beat him, Leif! We'll show him embarassing!

Kabbu: (Can't we just get along...)

[Spy Zasp, if talked before]

Leif: So you've seen this bug before?

Kabbu: I wouldn't say we're friends, but I do know him.

Kabbu: He holds a pretty high ranking amongst explorers... I don't know who his teammate is, though.

Vi: He better watch out. Our team's gonna take that spot!

[If you’ve talked to Zasp before]

Vi: Hey, Zasp.

Zasp: Hmph. Hello, Vi.

Leif: Friend of yours, Vi?

Vi: Fat chance.

Kabbu: Zasp is a fellow explorer. We met in the association.

Zasp: Congratulations on the expedition. I assumed we wouldn't meet again, given you almost drowned.

Vi: Oh, thank you kindly for your concern. So glad to surpass your expectations.

(minibubble) Leif: Pfft.

Kabbu: Err, what do you say we start on a good limb this time?

(minibubble) Vi: You wish.

Zasp: I'm too busy to hold grudges. Fine by me.

Zasp: I'm here to represent my team in the eating competition. The winner gets an offering, so it is my aim to win.

Zasp: I just wanted to relax a little before it, is all.

Leif: Is that so? However, we must say you're going to lose.

Leif: In an eating competition... We won't be bested.

Zasp: Hahahah! Try your luck. I'll see you in the ring.

Vi: Grrr! You better beat him, Leif!

Kabbu: (Can't we just get along...)

[Kut Spy, festival]

Kabbu: Kut is quite the skilled chef…

Vi: But his attitude sucks!

Leif: Normally we'd avoid him out of principle, but…

Leif: His food is actually a grade higher than Fry's…

Kabbu: I'm inclined to agree, regrettably…

Vi: Eh. You know how it is. If you're really good, you can act however you want!

Leif: Let's make sure to get some good festival food, at least...

[Talk without having offerings]

Aria: The final ceremony will begin when the two offerings are brought to me. Please enjoy the festival until then.

[Walking into the area with both offerings]

Leif: So if we give Aria the offerings, we can get through to the Golden Hills?

Kabbu: Indeed. It's been quite the festival, but we should get ready and go meet her.

Vi: Let's go get that treasure!

[Talking to Aria with the offerings]

Aria: The offerings... I can sense them. You've brought both?

Aria: You would wish to start the ceremony, then?

Textbox: We're ready.

Not yet.

[Not yet.]

Aria: Very well. Take your time to prepare yourselves.

[We’re ready]

Aria: Very well. Only three may perform the ceremony. Two bugs holding each blessing, and I.

Leif: So one of us will have to sit this out.

Kabbu: Well, we owe the offerings to you two. You should go!

Vi: No way, you haven't had any fun! You're going!

Kabbu: Vi...! Thank you!

Aria: So, who will participate in the ceremony?

Textbox: Kabbu and Vi

Kabbu and Leif

Let us think about this.

Aria: Oh, Goddess Venus.

Aria: May this ceremony please you and grant us a bountiful harvest for this following year…

Aria: May our battle shake the earth, and bring joy and dance to your roots!

(minibubble) Kabbu: It's a battle!?

Aria: Now, let us spar for the Goddess!

[post-battle]

Aria: That was a fierce battle. I am sure Venus enjoyed it.

Kabbu: Respected acolyte, have we earned passage to the Golden Hills?

Aria: It is all up to the Goddess.

Aria: Oh Venus... If you enjoyed our display, please grant us passage to the Golden Hills!

Aria: The path has opened. Beyond this point, lies the sacred Golden Hills.

Vi: Woah! It opened all by itself!

Aria: Whatever is your business there, Venus has granted you passage.

Vi: W-Well, whatever! We did it! That artifact will be ours in no time!

Leif: Soul: Relaxed. Passage: Open. Mission success, we'd say.

Kabbu: Let's tread carefully, team. We're heading into sacred ground. It won't be as simple as it seems.

Leif: It would have been nice to get some sleep... But we can do it.

Vi: No worries. We beat Snakemouth, right?

Kabbu: Heh, indeed. Let's go!

Aria: May Venus grant you what you desire.

Neo: Incredible! Such an interesting culture! Thanks for helping me study it!

Fluffy: Oooh! You fought so well, Green Ranger!

Kabbu: G-Green Ranger!? Dear me, if only…

Fluffy: Hehehe. I hope you'll fight again next year!

Leif: Someone's got a fan.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Heheh.

[Spy Gen or Eri]

Kabbu: Oh no... They've missed the festivities!

Leif: How depressing. Even we have to admit it was pretty awesome.

Vi: There's always next year, right?

Kabbu: Indeed. It could become team tradition!

Leif: ...Sounds nice.

Gen: Oh no! We missed the festival!

Eri: We shouldn't have taken that nap before heading out...

Dan: Kut's cooking is simply on a whole other level. Even with a plain Hard Seed, he can make miracles.

Dan: Don't get me started on the explosive power he produces mixing it with Spicy or Burly berries...

Fuzzo: Hmm. We've made quite the profit. I guess we should thank Venus too...

Sunny: Welcome to the Sunset Inn!

Sunny: The festival is over, but we are still fully booked! We are incredibly sorry.

Celia: Nghh... Nooooo... The artifact...

Levi: Celia... Stop kicking that rock...

[Spy Levi or Celia]

Leif: This ain't a good look for the association…

Vi: How much Berry Juice did they drink to fall asleep so hard!?

Kabbu: Let's, um, give them some privacy.

[Story, coming down from Venus]

Celia: Hey! Team Snakemouth!

Levi: Ugh... We drank too much juice last night, so we couldn't get moving.

Celia: We couldn't even watch the last ceremony...but we heard you made it into the hills!

Levi: I assume you've found the artifact?

Vi: That's right!

Celia: I'm so jealous! That's two important artifacts you snagged from everyone else!

Levi: Great job! We should head back to the Ant Kingdom at once! The Queen will be very pleased.

Vi: Heheh! We're doing great!

Kabbu: Come now Vi, let's go to the Ant Kingdom.

Levi: We will go on ahead to notify the Queen and prepare an audience.

Levi: If you don't want to walk all the way back, you should go through the Ant Tunnels.

Levi: There should be one just outside the settlement.

Celia: Don't leave the Queen waiting!

Aria: You met Venus, didn't you? She sent me a request to keep the Golden Hills entrance open for you.

Aria: You must've done very well to receive her approval.

Tim: The show's finally over, but you're still free to hang out.

Tim: If you're here for requests, check the board near the counter.

[pick from quest board]

Tim: Are you sure you're up for that task?

Textbox: Yeah

On second thought…

Stag Beetle: I heard Mothiva was here...but it seems I missed her!

Stag: I wonder where her next show will be.

[Spy Stag Beetle]

Kabbu: A stag Beetle! How nostalgic…

Leif: There aren't many of these in Bugaria.

Kabbu: My homeland's bustling with them! And many other Beetles.

Vi: Like a Kabbu kingdom, huh.

Sunny: Hello! Welcome to the Sunset Inn!

Sunny: Our fare is 3 berries per bug, so if you are interested in spending the night, it will be 9 berries for you three!

Textbox: Stay Here.

Maybe Later.

[talk after sleeping]

Sunny: Did you sleep well? I hope you consider returning in the future!

[Quest: My Specialty]

[First talk after accepting quest]

Kut: Ah. You're the ones that took the request, right?

Kut: I need a Tangy Berry to cook my newest idea.

Kut: However, they are really rare. It's rumored that only Golden Seedlings carry them.

Kut: If you ever find one, bring it back to me. And I will cook you my greatest dish!

[talk again]

Kut: You're back. Did you find a Tangy Berry? Or are you here to cook?

Textbox: We're here for the request.

Give one ingredient.

Give two ingredients.

Not interested.

[We're here for the request.]

Kut: Alright then. Hand it over.

[Give something else]

Kut: Hey... That's not a Tangy Berry! Don't try to pull my leg here!

[Give berry]

Kut: Hmm! You actually found one!

Kut: Alright then, leave it to me!

Kut: Here it is... My magnum opus!

Kut: This is a dish only I can make.

Kut: Just bring me a Tangy Berry, and I shall prepare it for you, free of charge.

Kut: Thank you very much for this.

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Team Snakemouth…]

Aria: You came. I'm very grateful.

Kabbu: It was our pleasure, Acolyte. You look well... What seems to be the issue?

Aria: I'll be brief, to not waste your time. I'm planning on giving the Goddess an incredible offering.

Vi: An offering? Like a LOT of berries?

Leif: Goddesses don't need money. Bet it's a bunch of food.

Aria: That is correct.

Leif: It is?

(minibubble) Vi: Seriously?

Aria: I wish to give Her a banquet worthy of one as great as She is.

Aria: I have prepared several dishes, that I have. But I'm missing...something grand.

Kabbu: What sort of dish are you looking for?

Aria: It's hard to say. Something I cannot simply buy would be excellent…

Leif: We could ask Fry, Kut or Crisbee to make something. Their specialty, perhaps?

Aria: I've heard the chef Fry has been planning his "masterpiece".

Aria: The Goddess would be overjoyed to taste something that divine!

Vi: So uh... You think she'll give us something for it?

Aria: Of course. Venus is generous, kind and loving. If you make her happy, she will reward you.

Kabbu: Fry's masterpiece... We'll do our best to get it for you, Aria.

Aria: You have my thanks, Team Snakemouth. I'll be waiting here for you.

Leif: Let's make sure to make one for us too, Kabbu.

[talk again]

Aria: Did you bring it?

[talk again before going up]

Aria: Please go on ahead, I will catch up with you in a bit. Venus awaits at the top of the hills.

[post-quest completion]

Aria: Thank you for that, Venus really enjoyed that gift.

[End Quest Dialogue]

3. Residential

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: So bugs do live here! I was wondering where they stayed.

Leif: Well, it's no Hive. But these are pretty cozy.

Kabbu: I wouldn't mind a longer stay, when we find all the artifacts.

Moth: Some Chompers waltzed on down from the hills recently. I threw some Numbnail Darts at 'em, but they didn't do nothing!

Leif: No problem. Who needs sedatives when you've got ice?

[Spy Moth]

Vi: All moths look so different from each other…

Kabbu: Indeed. Leif, using your wings as a robe is quite unique!

Leif: Well, Father did it all the time. We ended up copying him.

Kabbu: I see. Your father must have looked very cool too!

Vi: You could start a fad!

Leif: Eh. It'd be no fun if everyone did it.

Arie: Can't wait for the festival to start. My friend's coming over!

[Spy Arie]

Vi: She's so...beeish.

Leif: It's not like she does it on purpose.

Kabbu: Nature loves to play tricks with our eyes. Although it sure enjoys the bee aesthetic.

Textbox: There is a diary on the desk. Read it?

Textbox: Day X: I am not sure if I believe in this story about Venus…

I have always heard of her, but I have never seen her.

Maybe this is nothing but superstition, but I feel I must follow my mother's footsteps.

Continue reading?

Textbox: Day XY: What have years of training been for?

I still don't believe in Venus, even if the village does.

And they say I'll be the next priestess? If I left the hills, maybe I could find a new purpose.

Even so, I feel something calling to me, from the top of the hills.

If nothing there convinces me, I'll take my leave.

Continue reading?

Textbox: Day XXY: I saw her.

Venus. She truly does exist! And she is so beautiful…

I am not worthy of being her servant, after so many years full of doubt!

Mother... As the new priestess, I shall spread the goodwill of Venus to all.

I hope one day, I feel deserving of having met her.

[Festival]

Kenny: This festival brings everyone together. For a night, we live in true peace.

Kenny: To be honest, I'm still searching for a place I can live peacefully in.

Kenny: Maybe we'll meet again, you seem like you know where you're going.

[Spy Kenny]

Leif: This dude's got style.

Kabbu: He is very accessorized! He must be a Bee Kingdom regular!

Vi: Bees don't really make hats, though. Maybe the glasses.

Kabbu: Hmm. Fashion built from many cultures, then?

Leif: He must be exploring around, too.

Tanjerin: Phew. It sure was a day of hard work. Couldn't move the rock…

Tanjerin: But tomorrow is a new day, and I will try again!

[Spy Tanjerin, talked]

Kabbu: So he came from a far-off land…

Leif: Any idea of which?

Kabbu: I've heard of one region where bugs look like seeds and berries.

Vi: I've heard of that place too! Err, in fairy tales?

Leif: So those tales could be real…

(minibubble) Leif: ...We should go there someday.

[Spy Tanjerin, not talked]

Vi: Woah, that's a huge Tangy Berry!

Leif: No, Vi. That's a beetle...quite a cute one.

Kabbu: It's wonderful to see so many different bugs at the festival!

Madame: What a fascinating, adorable creature!

[Spy Madame]

Leif: Madame's gotta be the only merchant taking a break.

Vi: Hey, everybody needs a holiday!

Carmina: A fitting stage for a duel of this caliber!

Arie: Heheh, I won't lose!

[Spy Carmina or Arie]

Vi: Wonder what game they're playing.

Kabbu: I do not know, but it is intense!

Kabbu: She just summoned another monster! What a combination!

(minibubble) Leif: Off we go...

[post-festival]

[if didn’t talk during festival]

Kenny: This festival brought everyone together. For a night, we lived in true peace.

Kenny: To be honest, I'm still searching for a place I can live peacefully in.

Kenny: Maybe we'll meet again, you seem like you know where you're going.

Arie: It's always sad when friends leave after visiting...

[post-quest]

GS Technician: Nothing like resting after some fixing.

[Spy GS Technician]

Leif: ...Took him long enough to move around.

Kabbu: Are you...upset, Leif?

Leif: Uh, no. But we do wish he'd done his job sooner.

Vi: Leif's upset!

Leif: Knock it off.

[Quest: Card Masters of Bugaria]

Arie: Are those... You're Spy Card players, eh?

Leif: That we are. You too?

Arie: Heehee! Yup! I'm one of those cool Card Masters!

Leif: Just who we were looking for. Will you duel us?

Arie: Wow, you're so eager! I can't say no to that!

Arie: You ready to get things rolling, then?

Textbox: You're on!

Not yet.

[Win]

Arie: Wow, you won! And I don't lose too much, let me tell ya!

Leif: You had us by the ropes, um…

Arie: Heheh, that's Arie to ya. It's my joy to upgrade your card!

[Lose]

Arie: Good duel, eh? Maybe next time you'll win.

Leif: Tsk...

[Masters Remaining]

Arie: My card master hint is: "Taking shade, always cool."

Vi: That could mean anything!

Arie: You'll figure it out, I'm sure!

Kabbu: Still, thank you. We are closer to the tournament goal.

Arie: By the way, Leif, if you ever want to play again, just drop the word, eh?

Leif: Hopefully soon. But for now, we'll be on our way.

[Final Master]

Arie: The card's filled up! You're ready for the tournament!

Vi: About time!

Arie: Show the full card to the old sailor at the pier, he'll give you the tournament fare!

Leif: We'll do our best. For the card master's reputation, too.

Arie: Good luck, Leif! Oh, and, if you ever want to play again against me, just drop the word, eh?

Leif: Hopefully soon. But for now, we'll be on our way.

[Talk again]

Arie: Hey there, Leif! Up for another match?

[Yes]

Arie: Alrighty! Let's go!

[Win]

Arie: Beat again! It was too fun. Won't you take this?

[End Quest Dialogue]

[Quest: Huuuuuuuuuu...!!!]

[first talk]

Tanjerin: Huuuu...

(minibubble) Vi: Yeouch...

Kabbu: By the spicy berries of the land...your horn!

Leif: We're guessing that rock did this to you.

Tanjerin: H-Huuuu...

Vi: Oi. You've gotta tell us what happened, or we can't help!

Tanjerin: H-Hu. F-Fine. I'll tell ya.

Tanjerin: I was gonna break the rock to be the strongest! But then my horn broke.

Tanjerin: It doesn't hurt or anything but, some bandits nabbed it. I can't heal it!

Leif: What could bandits possibly do with your horn?

Tanjerin: D-Don't ask me. But I need it. Or I can't break the rock!

Kabbu: That should be the least of your worries!

Vi: Look. Just leave it to us. We'll get it back from the bandits!

Leif: Try not to break anything else until we return.

(minibubble) Huuu...

[talk again]

Tanjerin: Huuuu...

[after breaking rock]

Tanjerin: See, I told you I could break the rock!

Tanjerin: Now I'm gonna look for new things to break!

Kabbu: ...Please don't.

[End Quest Dialogue]

[between the end of ch5 and postgame]

[Spy Jayde]

Leif: Jayde's settling here, huh.

Kabbu: It's good to see she'll be out of harm's way.

Vi: What we should see is if she's still selling that stew!

[first talk]

Jayde: Oh! Rangers! Fancy seeing you here!

Leif: Jayde? What are you doing here?

Jayde: After you knocked out Fuff, I decided to follow the Queen's steps and leave for a bit.

Jayde: This place is really nice isn't it? I think I'll set up here.

Vi: What, like a shop?

Jayde: My stew shop! You guys liked it so much...I think it can be a success!

Leif: You've got that right.

Jayde: I'll give you a special Ranger Discount, so buy a lot!

Vi: Woohoo!

Kabbu: W-We're not...!

Jayde: You don't have to say anything! I'm just glad to help in your travels!

[subsequent talks]

Jayde: Rangers! Come for some stew? It's 25 berries, just for you. Hero discount!

Textbox: Yes please!

No thanks!

[after talking everywhere else]

Kenny: Hey. I missed this place. Didn't you?

Leif: The Golden Settlement does have a very serene mood.

Kenny: I think after seeing the world, this is the place I enjoy the most.

Vi: You just needed to make sure, huh.

Kenny: Yup. It made me happy to see you around, too.

Kabbu: It was nice seeing you too!

Kenny: I know this comes out of nowhere, but I want you to have this.

Kabbu: I just feel...grateful for having met you.

Vi: T-Thanks! We should give you something back, uh…

Kenny: Haha! Don't worry. You've given me plenty.

Leif: You're a cool one. Ask us if you need anything.

Kenny: I will. I wish you the best in your own journeys!

[talk again]

Kenny: Time to settle in and enjoy my new home.

[postgame]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: Ahh... You know, now that everything's over…

Vi: We should build a vacation house!

Leif: Isn't that a bit much? We're not THAT rich…

Vi: We get the hero discount! We should try it out!

Kabbu: Hehehe... I'm so excited!

[first talk]

Cerise: Yay! I found Tanjy!

(minibubble) Leif: So his horn grew back...

Tanjerin: Yay! Cerise found me!

Kabbu: Oh. So that's who "Tanjy" was.

Kabbu: Glad they found each other in the end!

Vi: I thought it was obvious.

Tanjerin: Why'd you come find me anyway?

Cerise: Oh, right! I was supposed to take you back to the east where everyone else is right away.

Tanjerin: Oh! Well, I'm much stronger now, so I can head back. But which way's east again...?

Cerise: Uhhhh…

Leif: Oh no. They're both not too smart. Should we help them? We could see their homeland for ourselves…

Kabbu: Let's...not.

Vi: Yeah.

[subsequent talks]

Tanjerin: East is...to the...left...?

Cerise: My left?

Tanjerin: No, I think it's my left.

Vi: THE RIGHT! IT'S TO THE RIGHT!

Tanjerin: Oh? Mine, or yours?

Kabbu: How did these two even walk to Bugaria by themselves...?

[Spy Cerise any point, and Tanjerin after talking]

Leif: We're very glad that Tanjy's horn healed...and these two reunited safely.

Kabbu: I...I still don't know how that's even possible.

Vi: Maybe he just ate a bunch of Tangy Berries.

Kabbu: Okay, but where did he get so many? They're rare and expensive.

Leif: Maybe he has a stash of them in his house.

Vi: That explains why it's boarded up like that.

Kabbu: But that doesn't explain how he got so many in the first place!

4. Farms

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: It's the farms! It's so cool to see everything first hand!

Kabbu: Indeed. The big tree overseeing it is quite the spectacle too. I didn't take you for an agriculture enthusiast, Vi.

Vi: I'm not. But I sure like food... They work hard to make it easy for us!

Leif: You okay there, Vi?

Vi: What!? Can't I ever be grateful for anything!?

Neo: The tech in this settlement is mesmerizing! Thank you all. I wouldn't have made it here without your help!

Kabbu: We would do it all over again, Neo.

[Spy Neo]

Kabbu: Vi, Leif...Thank you.

Leif: What for?

Kabbu: For helping me protect Neo. I am very glad to see him safe.

Vi: Oh, I forgot to ask Neo for a reward!

Kabbu: …

Vi: I...I was kidding! Just kidding, okay!?

(minibubble) Leif: Heh.

Joy: The cochineals are so cute…

Leif: The aphids don't fall behind...

[Spy Joy]

Leif: Oh... The aphid farms. It's a joy to be here. This girl has the right idea.

Vi: They're really cute, aren't they!? Shame we can't own one.

Kabbu: We could always get an adorable pillbug. Team Snakemouth's mascot!

Vi: No.

Management ant: Hey. Feel free to look around, but don't make too much of a fuss!

Ant: It's the last shift before the festival... So we've got to be efficient!

[Spy Manager Ant]

Kabbu: I don't mean to judge, but is this ant doing anything?

Leif: Management must have some value, don't you think?

Vi: Standing around all day, giving orders? Maybe I should be a manager!

Kabbu: Those poor workers...

Farm ant: Whew, having to work during the festival is something else. I can't wait to be done!

[Spy Ant]

Vi: It must be rough picking up berries all day…

Leif: Ants are extremely strong, are we right?

Kabbu: Indeed. Objects even I would find heavy are quite manageable for them.

Leif: Then, this job must be like child's play to them.

Vi: This went from worst job to best job pretty quick...If you're an ant, at least.

Fabri: The harvest this festival has been amazing. Thank you so much, Venus!

[Spy Fabri, pre-fest]

Leif: Venus seems to be held in high regard, even by the workers.

Kabbu: There's no real proof of her existence, but the land is prosperous without fail.

Leif: Blind faith... It must be nice being able to live so carefree.

Sign: HONEY FACTORY POWER PLANT AHEAD. =Only Authorized Bugs Allowed=

Bee Guard: The power plant is strictly off limits. Stay clear of it...and of Aphee.

[Spy Bee Guard]

Leif: Hmm. A lone bee, guarding a huge door.

Kabbu: Well, she is not truly alone. That aphid is keeping her good company.

Leif: It's truly adorable. Maybe we'll pet it.

Leif: ...!!!

Vi: Wow. That's a super death glare she gave ya, Leif.

Leif: Guess we'll settle for watching from afar.

(Minibubble) Aphee: Aphee!

[Spy Aphee]

Leif: This cute aphid... Did it escape the farm?

Kabbu: Heheheh. It seems to be giving this guard some company.

Vi: Hmm…

Kabbu: I'm sure it's fine.

Leif: We are grateful to be able to see it up close...

[Festival]

[Story, walking in first time during-festival]

Vi: Ugh. It's her.

Beette?: Oh geez...I came all the way here…

Beette: But these plebs really can't compare to the Bee Kingdom...

Vi: Grr!!!

Leif: Well, she's rude.

Vi: She? Most bees are like that. They're so stuck up!

Kabbu: Vi, I never did ask. Have you any beef with your kingdom?

Vi: ...A little. We just don't get along. They tried to stop me from exploring because it was "dangerous".

Vi: They're annoying, okay? Being an explorer is way better! Who wants to be stuck in the Hive forever!?

Leif: So you're an outcast amongst your own people.

Vi: You don't have to say it like that, but I guess.

Leif: We do understand how it feels, though.

Kabbu: Stop. You're no outcasts! You're equally incredible within this team!

Vi: Heheh. You're too corny, Kabbu.

Leif: Agreed. Don't you get embarrassed saying stuff like that?

Kabbu: No. I am serious. I won't let my friends feel like outcasts!

Leif: ...Thanks.

Vi: Yeah...thanks, Kabbu.

Kabbu: Oof. Now I'm actually embarrassed! But I digress.

Kabbu: We have a festival to enjoy. It's our mission!

Leif: You're right. Let's go make some new memories.

(minibubble) Vi: And have tonsa fun!

Textbox: Kabbu can now use the Pep Talk skill in battle!

Beette: I guess I should just skip next year's festival...

[Spy Beette]

Leif: You know, Vi. Not all bees are like this. Surely you know that?

(minibubble) Vi: ...

[Spy Beette, post-talking to chubee]

Leif: You know, Vi. Not all bees are like this. Surely you know that?

Vi: Yeah, at least there's Chubee.

[Overworld Spy, during fest, all areas]

Leif: The town sure got lively real quick.

Vi: That’s because the festival is awesome!

Kabbu: We won’t get to enjoy a night like this often. Let’s make some nice team memories!

[Spy Hawk]

Vi: Woah, that bee is really cool!

Leif: That's a Moth, Vi.

Vi: N-No way! Although I guess that explains it…

Kabbu: Don't worry Vi, you are plenty cool yourself!

Vi: Flattery will get you everywhere!

[Spy Honeycomb]

Leif: Now THAT'S an old bee.

Kabbu: Leif! Could you not be so rude to the elderly!?

Vi: I mean, she's pretty old. I feel like I've seen her somewhere before, too…

Kabbu: Just be nice to the elderly!

[talking to either before getting the upgrade]

Honeycomb: Hawk. The aphids are still the same as last year!

Hawk: Indeed, professor. It seems our trip won't bear fruit in the end.

Honeycomb: The Queen keeps saying I should come here, but every time I do I lose precious research time!

Honeycomb: HACK COUGH COUGH!!

(minibubble) Hawk: Deep breaths, professor.

Farmer Ant: Oh heck! They locked the windmill too early! I can't end my shift without storing these berries!

Ant: They're heavy even for me...I won't be able to spin the crank long enough!

[Spy Ant]

Vi: Those berry baskets look so heavy…

Leif: Kabbu, you should try carrying one of them.

Kabbu: Heh. No need. I have successfully done so before.

Leif: Really? Commendations are in order, Kabbu.

Vi: Yeah. Sometimes I forget you're pretty strong!

Kabbu: (I chose wisely, not mentioning the ensuing back pain!)

[Spy Chuck]

Kabbu: Goodness, it's impressive to see Chuck walk all the way over here.

Leif: Bet his legs felt super young when he heard about the festival.

Chuck: Hey, folks. I wanted to try entering the eating competition, but I don't think my old stomach's going to keep up...

Stickbug: It's nice to see others play Whack-a-Worm. Ain't any good at it myself.

[Spy Stickbug]

Leif: So tall…

Kabbu: I imagine you're not used to that feeling, Leif?

Leif: We've got to admit we aren't. Not to this magnitude.

Vi: Bleh. It's all the same to me. Why is everybody else so tall!?

Leif: More like, why are you so short?

Vi: You wanna fight, Leif!?

Kabbu: (Never mention height ever again.)

Fortune Teller: Hmm. This truly is the beautiful land I envisioned. I am fated to set up shop here soon!

[Spy Fortune Teller]

Leif: What nice robes.

Vi: He looks so magical!

Vi: Hey, Leif. Maybe you need a robe too!

Kabbu: You're RIGHT! Leif, with a sorcerer robe!

Leif: Um, no. We'll keep our look.

[First talk]

Kabbu: Mayor! It is good to see you!

Mayor: Hohoh! Hey, Kabbu. You seem to be well back on your feet!

Leif: Mayor? Of where?

Kabbu: This is the Defiant Root's mayor. He graciously hosted me when I got lost in the desert.

Vi: You're just full of wild stories you haven't told us, huh.

Mayor: I wouldn't say wild...Kabbu is such a good bug! Come visit at the Lost Sands when you can.

Mayor: Right now I'm hosting this year's Whack-a-Worm! It's an honor, really.

Mayor: Come talk to me to give it a shot, eh? You can even win an offering!

Kabbu: That we will!

[Spy Mayor]

Kabbu: So the mayor is hosting this year…

Vi: Every year there's a new host, right?

Leif: Why not just keep the same host every year?

Kabbu: Well, they've given a lot of reasons but I think it's just so they can enjoy the festival the following year!

Leif: That's surprisingly reasonable.

Vi: I hope they're getting paid, at least!

[talk again]

Mayor: Hohoh! Come to try some Wacka-a-Worm? It's 15 worms for the prize!

Textbox: I'm ready!

How to play?

No thanks!

[too low a score]

Mayor: Oh, only |var,1|? That's too bad! Maybe next time?

[if you get enough]

Mayor: Oho! |var,1|! You sure showed those worms who's boss!

Vi: They didn't know who they were messing with!

Mayor: Hohoho, that's right! Here you go, lass. You've earned this!

Leif: Not bad, Vi. Not bad.

Vi: Mhm. I never knew a mission could be so fun!

Honeycomb: Ahem! One moment, young lady!

Vi: Huh? What's your deal?

Honeycomb: That boomerang you have there, where did you find it?

Vi: ...I uh, I bought it?

Honeycomb: YEAH, RIGHT! YOU STOLE MY AUTOMATED DRONE BOOMERANG PROTOTYPE DIDN'T YOU, YOU THIEF!?

Honeycomb: COUGH COUGH HACK COFF!

Leif: Vi, look what you've done.

Kabbu: One moment, please! Vi is no thief. There must be a misunderstanding!

Honeycomb: Don't stick your horn where you ain't asked, you green stinkbug!

Vi: I didn't steal anything, okay? I bought it in the Ant Kingdom!

Hawk: Professor, please watch your temper. Doesn't she seem to have mastered the A.D.B.P. quite well? She could be useful.

Honeycomb: Useful!? How could this... Wait. Yes, I'm a genius!

Honeycomb: Listen up, you rascal. You can keep that prototype.

Honeycomb: ...If you help us gather data and with some upgrade testing. You can't say no!

Vi: This is what I get for buying from Shades… Fine. Upgrades sound cool, anyways!

Honeycomb: Hawk! Give her prototype the Halt Upgrade!

Hawk: Of course, professor.

Hawk: This will take just a moment.

Textbox: Your Beemerang has been upgraded!

Textbox: Vi can now use the Hurricane Toss skill in battle!

Hawk: Professor, I've successfully upgraded the A.D.B.P.

Leif: Doesn't seem like you did anything.

Honeycomb: Hmph! As if you'd know real science! The Halt Upgrade allows you to hold the prototype after you throw it!

Leif: Do physics work that way?

Vi: Shush, Leif. That's awesome!

Honeycomb: Listen up! You just hold |button,5| after you toss it! That will hold the prototype in place until you release |button,5|.

Honeycomb: The kinetic energy generated by the Halt should be able to spin things around.

Leif: That is literally impossible.

Hawk: In any case, we hope you'll aid with our research when you can.

Hawk: For example, why not test the halt on that crank over there?

Honeycomb: Go on! Try the prototype halt on that crank!

[Spy Honeycomb]

Leif: The professor that Vi stole from's quite old.

Vi: I DIDN'T steal the Beemerang!

Vi: ...She IS pretty old, though.

Kabbu: Let's hold our end of the deal and help her out. She needs all the help she can get.

Vi: She upgraded the Beemerang, so we do owe her a bit... And I pay all my debts!

Hawk: If you have forgotten how to perform the Halt, all you have to do is hold |button,5| after a throw.

[Spy Hawk]

Vi: I hate to admit it...but Hawk looks really cool!

Leif: A Moth born with those colors, working with a bee... Life really is strange.

Kabbu: He's even a bit similar to you, isn't he, Leif?

Leif: Smart and handsome... Yes, we can see the resemblance.

Vi: Ugh. Can't you take a compliment like a normal bug!?

[Spin Crank]

Honeycomb: Great job! Even a half-wit like you can use the Halt, it seems.

(minibubble) Vi: Hey!

Honeycomb: Another tip for you. If you hold then release the prototype, it will come back in the same direction it came from in a straight line.

Honeycomb: It can even go a bit beyond the starting point!

Hawk: Please excuse the professor's behavior. She only wants the best for her research items.

Hawk: Take good care of that prototype.

Farmer Ant: Oh! You opened the windmill! Thank you!

Vi: No problem. Got anything for us?

Kabbu: Vi, y-

Ant: Here is something for your trouble!

Ant: Thank you so much! I'll be able to enjoy the festival now!

[if your inventory is full]

Ant: I'd give you something...but it seems you can't carry any more stuff...

[talk after winning offering]

Mayor: Are you up to another round? You won't get an offering, but you sure will get berries!

Textbox: Yeah!

No thanks!

[hit some worms]

Mayor: Hey hey! You got |var,1| worms, so you get |currency,var,0|!

Mayor: Feel free to try again!

[absolutely zero worms]

Mayor: No worms? Sorry, can't give ya anything!

[Spy Zasp]

Leif: So Zasp is an explorer? He's a bit antagonistic.

Kabbu: Not all explorers are like us. Some are in it only for fame and riches.

Vi: Uh, yup. Nothing like us! In no way at all!

Leif: See you in the ring, wasp.

Zasp: ...You're as good as finished.

[Spy Chubee, before talking]

Kabbu: This must be another contestant in the eating competition…

Leif: Let's introduce her to the future winner.

Kabbu: Careful, Leif. Arrogance can lead to defeat.

(minibubble) Leif: As if...

[first talk]

Chubee: Heyyy! You've come for the eating competition?

Leif: Mhm. We can't wait to show our eating prowess.

Kabbu: Don't let Leif's slim figure fool you…

Chubee: Heheh, coo-...!!! Oh! Oh my gosh! You're that bee!

Vi: Uh... What?

Chubee: You're Vi, right!? Some people were talking about you! Short and with attitude... It must be you!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Uh oh...

Vi: Yeah. I'm short, so what? What do you want!?

Chubee: Hehe. Easy there! I'm Chubee, your number one fan!

Vi: What?

Chubee: The first explorer bee, who conquered Snakemouth and survived being dragged by the river!

Chubee: I have no idea why the other bees aren't freaking out!

Vi: ...! ...? U-Um…

Leif: (Psst. She wants to be your friend, Vi.)

(minibubble) Vi: (O-Oh!)

Vi: Uh, Yeah! That's me! The greatest one and only bee explorer!

Chubee: Wooow! You're even cooler than I thought!

Vi: So you don't think exploring's silly? I'm not too good at art or anything…

Chubee: No way! It's cool to see bees trying new things!

Chubee: Me, for example...I'm going to travel all around Bugaria. Go to lots of events and meet all sorts of bugs!

Vi: That's awesome!

Leif: Let us make this competition the highlight of your trip. Least we can do for Vi's friend.

Chubee: Oh, you're on! I'm not going to lose!

Vi: We won't lose either! Do your best, Chubee!

Kabbu: Making unexpected friends, healing the spirit... This must be thanks to Venus too!

Leif: Uh, probably not. But let's go get that offering.

[Spy Chubee, after talking]

Kabbu: It's great to see you make friends, Vi!

Leif: Mhm. Even got a smile out of us…

Vi: Heheh. I'm too busy being happy to get upset! I just hope we keep bumping into her!

[subsequent talks]

Leif: Do your best, Chubee.

Chubee: Sure thing! Let's chat later, when it all calms down.

Vi: That'd be nice. It's a promise!

[Spy Jud]

Leif: This bee, we've heard of her while eating at Fry's. He mentioned a bee with an incredible palate.

Kabbu: She must be a true gourmet, if she's even hosting a competition!

Vi: You should just go say hi or something!

Leif: No. We are not worthy yet.

Kabbu: (Leif is acting strange, Vi.)

Vi: (Just let him be a weirdo sometimes...)

[if you haven’t talked to Zasp]

Jud: The eating competition for an offering will start soon, when we have three contestants.

Jud: So far we only have one, unless some of you want to join.

Vi: Well, I'm not joining! I can eat, just not fast…

Kabbu: I, uh, will skip. Don't need any more weight…

Leif: We'll do it. We're pretty hungry.

Vi: Already!?

Jud: Well, we still need one more to start. Maybe you can find a willing participant?

[if Zasp is there but haven’t talked to Chubee]

Jud: We have all the competitors if one of you join, but you should still talk to the other contestants to know them before we start.

[talked to Zasp and Chubee]

Jud: We have everyone for the eating competition, are you ready to start?

Textbox: Ready!

Not yet.

[Not yet.]

Jud: Get ready soon or we will start without you.

[Ready!]

Jud: Welcome to this year's eating competition.

Jud: The rules are simple: Mash |button,4| to eat as fast as you can. Whoever finishes their plate first is the victor!

Jud: Here are this year's competitors:

Jud: From the Hive, Chubee!

(minibubble) Vi: Good luck!

Jud: From the Ant Kingdom! Leif!

(minibubble) Vi: You too!

Jud: And Zasp! Who's come from a land far from Bugaria.

(minibubble) Vi: BOOOO!!!

Jud: With that, we are ready to begin! Give it your all, for the Goddess Venus!

Jud: Ready... Set...

Jud: Eat!

Jud: Stop! We have a winner!

[if chubee wins]

Jud: This year's winner is... Chubee!

Leif: Well fought, Chubee…

Chubee: Same to you, Leif!

Jud: Congratulations. Here is your reward.

Leif: Sorry. We never expected Chubee to be so powerful.

Kabbu: Do not worry. But how should we proceed? That offering is essential for our festival plan.

Vi: Um, Chubee's my friend, right? Maybe we can trade with her!

Leif: A non violent plan? Impressive.

Kabbu: It's worth a shot! We've got nothing left to lose.

Jud: Oh, Leif was it? There's a runner up prize. Don't forget it!

Leif: Yay, participation prize... Thanks.

Kabbu: D-Defeat is also a precious memory. Stay strong, Leif!

Leif: Yeah, yeah. Let's go.

Chubee: Heyyy! I really gotta say, Leif, you had me worried!

Leif: Hmph. Spare us your sympathy. We were completely defeated.

Chubee: Heheh. No need to be so serious!

Vi: Say, Chubee... About that offering.

Vi: We're on, um, a mission! And we really need both offerings.

Vi: Do you think you could trade with us?

(minibubble) Kabbu: So polite!

Chubee: Trade, huh? Sure! I didn't enter for the prize, anyways.

Chubee: How about some Berry Juice? I saw a stall selling some!

Vi: We're on it! Berry Juice coming up super quick!

[talk again]

Chubee: Hey! You found some Berry Juice at the stalls?

[talk again again]

Chubee: See ya around, folks!

[Leif winning]

Jud: This year's winner is...Leif!

Chubee: Well fought, Leif!

Leif: You were a worthy rival.

Jud: Congratulations. Here's your reward.

Jud: Consider joining us next year!

Leif: We may, judge. We may.

Kabbu: Nicely done, Leif! You've done it!

Vi: You've got one heck of a stomach!

Leif: Thanks. It was a piece of cake really. This festival was good, not gonna lie.

Kabbu: Leif, it's not over yet. You're going to have even more fun!

Leif: We'll try, Kabbu. We'll try.

Vi: Heheheh.

Kabbu: You've made a friend too, Vi. This festival is wonderful!

Vi: Geez, Kabbu. You should have some fun too!

Kabbu: I'm having the time of my life! No worries.

Chubee: Heyyy, Leif! You got me really good!

Leif: Not at all. It was very close.

Chubee: They gave me this, but I don't really want it. Here you go, pal!

Vi: Woah, thanks Chubee!

Chubee: See ya around, folks!

[post-competition]

Zasp: Urp... I failed her... What a disgrace...

(minibubble) Vi: Mwahaha!

Leif: Have some class, Vi. He fought valiantly.

Kabbu: Let's leave him alone for now...

Jud: The competition has finished. See you next year!

[post-festival]

Management ant: We're back to work now that the festival is over!

Dashy: Cochineals aren't only beautiful creatures, they come with many benefits.

Dashy: Many of the Bee Kingdom's clothing is dyed with their help.

[Spy Dashy]

Kabbu: How dashing! She's...like a bee Knight!

Vi: What're you gushing all over her for!? I'm way cooler!

Leif: Right, Vi...

Farmer Ant: It gets kinda lonely right after the festival...Oh well, time to work!

[Spy Fabri, post-venus]

Leif: Venus seems to be held in high regard, even though the workers haven't seen her.

Kabbu: We made a promise, so we are bound to not tell…

Vi: It's better this way, right?

Vi: There's no point to faith if you know for sure!

Leif: That's...surprisingly deep, Vi.

Vi: Heheheh!

Fabri: Hey. Feel free to look around. We're always proud to show off our work!

[first talk]

Fortune Teller: So you've come. Want your fortune read, am I right?

Leif: How did you…

Fortune Teller: Know? It's all been foretold! Well, most things. I think.

Vi: Woah. S-so you can see the future?

Fortune Teller: Parts of it, yeah. And I can show where stuff is to you! For a price.

Kabbu: Humbug. I refuse to believe this.

Leif: Huh. Why not? It'd be so useful…

Kabbu: If the future is set in stone, we don't control our fate! I simply disagree!

Vi: So you CAN hate stuff, Kabbu!

Fortune Teller: Now, now. No need to argue. Just try my services! If it works, everyone wins!

Leif: Sounds good to us.

Vi: Yeah! We can get lots of treasure!

Kabbu: (It working is what would worry me most.)

[Talk again]

Fortune Teller: Ah, I foresaw your arrival! (Kinda...)

Fortune Teller: For a small fee, I can help you find what you need. Now, what could I find for you?

Textbox: Crystal Berries - 5 berries

Lore Books - 10 berries

Rare Medals - 20 berries

Nothing, thanks.

[dig to behind him]

[first talk]

Fortune Teller: O-oh! How did you get back here?

Fortune Teller: Well, if you want me to try to find things you have not found yet, please talk to me from the front of the desk.

Fortune Teller: ...Here, to commemorate my fated scare.

Fortune Teller: Please refrain from doing it again, though.

Fortune Teller: Even though I was expecting it, it really gave me a scare...

[subsequent talks]

Fortune Teller: If you want me to find something for you lot, talk to me from across the desk.

[Quest: Power Plant Investigation]

Guard: Ah, you're the ones that took the investigation request, right? Go on right in.

[post-battle]

Guard: So a giant Midge was causing the issues? At least it wasn't a Wasp or something like that.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Vi’s Request]

[first talk]

Dashy: Cochineals aren't only beautiful creatures, they come with many benefits.

Dashy: Many of the Bee Kingdom's clothing is dyed with their help.

Leif: That's, uh, cool.

Vi: Oh yeah. Is paint made that way too?

Dashy: Some colors, yes. Like this exquisite red paint I bought at the festival.

Dashy: Hard to get this time of the year.

Kabbu: M-Miss! We have been searching far and wide for that paint!

Dashy: Have you? None of you seem like you know the way of the brush.

Vi: It's, um, a gift! For Jaune!

Dashy: Ah, yes! She would certainly put this paint to good use.

Dashy: But I'm afraid I can't part with it. I had a special duty for it.

Vi: N-Name the price!

Dashy: It's not about the money! I'm decorating my chambers…

Dashy: I thought of drawing on its walls.

Kabbu: If you won't sell, would you consider a trade?

Dashy: Hmm…

Leif: This is very important for us, too.

(minibubble) Vi: Yeah!

Dashy: There is one thing.

Dashy: I do love the Defiant Root's work and their patterns.

Dashy: If you could get me some of their fine building cloth, I would consider giving you the paint.

Vi: Got it! Just uh, please don't use the paint yet! We'll be back!

Dashy: Best of luck. It'd be a win-win for everyone, wouldn't it?

Leif: Alright. Let's hunt it down when we can.

[subsequent talks before getting cloth]

Dashy: I do love the Defiant Root's work and their patterns.

Dashy: If you could get me some of their fine building cloth, I would consider giving you the paint.

[have cloth]

Dashy: Ah, I've been waiting. Have you got the cloth?

[subsequent talks]

Dashy: Thank you for the cloth, good luck with your adventures.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Hydration Crisis!]

Fabri: Hey. Not many explorers around after the festival... Could it be you saw my request?

Leif: Yup. Three Clear Waters, right?

Fabri: You'd save my abdomen if you fetch them for me!

Fabri: I'll tend to my other duties until then. I'm counting on you!

[Talk again]

Fabri: Hey! Did you bring me some Clear Water?

[End of quest-related dialogue]

5. Power Plant

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: The Power Plant is inside the Bee Kingdom's tree, correct?

Leif: It feels like one more room in the Honey Factory.

Vi: In a way, it kinda is!

Guard: Vi?! You're the one helping us...?

Guard: Door's locked. Guess we're stuck here until a technician opens it.

[open door]

Guard: Thanks Vi, though Code 32 means hostile forces…

Guard: G-go on ahead. We'll catch up with you later.

Common Bee guard spy

Worker: Ugh. It seems problems never stop popping up for us to fix!

[Spy either Worker]

Vi: The Power Plant's way cooler than the factory. How come I never got any shifts here!?

Leif: Those Bees seem to be operating very complex machines. Do you know how to?

Vi: I, uh, I'm sure I'd press the right buttons…

Kabbu: Thankfully for everyone, exploring's your one true calling!

Worker: Drat! The Code 32 alert locked the door and I can't remember how to open it!

Worker: It's got something to do with all these switches... Think you can figure it out?

[open door]

Worker: Ah! The door opened! We'll go in after you, okay?

[examine machine, first time]

Kabbu: Vi, what is this machine?

Vi: That's the Energy Converter! It uh...converts all the energy!

Leif: That's a very helpful description, Vi.

Kabbu: It must use the power generated from the windmill to power the Factory's core!

Vi: Uh...yep! That's what the Power Plant does!

Kabbu: It's no wonder many Bees visit the Golden Settlement for the Festival.

Kabbu: The winds here play a big part in creating delicious honey!

Vi: Guess it's why the Bee Kingdom asked Elizant for control of this place.

Leif: Elizant...Everyone won because she didn't cling to her territory.

Vi: Bees won the most, cuz we get to make so much honey!

[Subsequent Examinations]

Textbox: The Factory's Energy Converter.

[walk to hole]

Vi: Huh. This hole wasn't supposed to be here.

Kabbu: Maybe it is what caused the alarm?

Leif: ...We should prepare before we go ahead.

[post-battle]

Worker: If a Midge can stop the factory, anything can. We need to build a better system.

Guard: A giant Midge?! How did it get in there!?

Guard: Well, Vi, I guess I was wrong about you. Sorry for doubting you.

6. Broodmother Lair

[walk in]

Kabbu: ...Eggs?

Vi: Is this what caused the lockdown?

Leif: What's this feeling in the air...?

Leif: A giant Midge!?

Kabbu: It's overflowing with electricity!

Vi: It's gonna pay for causing so much trouble!

[post-battle]

Vi: There! That should do it!

Guard: Vi! Have you found out what caused the lockdown?

Kabbu: It seems like this Midge was the issue.

Guard: I see. We will get rid of the eggs before more Midges are born. Good work!

Guard: Allow me to reward you for assisting the Bee Kingdom!

Vi: Awesome!

Guard: Well, we have lots to do, so let's get started!

Guard: Phew, getting rid of those eggs was hard. How can they survive in this electrified water?

Guard: These spears... I swear I have seen them somewhere before.

Guard: Could they be from...?

Common Bee guard spy

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: A hidden path inside the Power Plant's tree…

Vi: Let's see where it leads to!

Leif: (...What's with all these spears anyway...?)

7. Minigame

[Overworld Spy, before talking]

Leif: That's a big field.

Kabbu: It seems some activity is conducted here. Let's investigate.

Sign: Welcome to the one and only Whacka Farms! Here you can play Whack-A-Worm to win berries!

Sign: Get over 25 worms for a special prize! Current Highscore: |var,32|

[Spy Attendant]

Vi: She didn't realize she was trapped?

Leif: Good for her. We'd have gotten antsy.

Kabbu: No point in bringing it up now...but isn't it depressing?

Kabbu: To be accustomed to not having clients…

Vi: W-Well, we could help her out a bit…

[first talk]

Game Attendant: Ugh. Where are the customers? Been a while since anyone came! I might have to close down at this rate.

Kabbu: Uh, excuse us…

Attendant: What is it?! Can't you see I am-

Attendant: Wait, are you...customers?!

Leif: Depends. What do you do here?

Attendant: Oh, welcome! Welcome to the Whack Farms!

Attendant: Here, we play a popular game called Whack-A-Worm!

Vi: Oh, that's the game we played at the festival!

Attendant: Yeah. The festival hosts it sometimes, but here you can play whenever you want!

Attendant: It's 10 berries for a try, and depending of your score you can win quite a few berries or items back!

Attendant: So...are you interested in playing Whack-A-Worm? It's 10 berries for a try!

Textbox: We will give it a try!

No thanks.

[time up on game]

Attendant: Well, look at that! You got |var,1| worms!

Vi: Hehe! What do we get?

Attendant: Here is something for your efforts.

Attendant: Thank you for playing, come back again!

[get zero]

Attendant: What? You didn't hit a single one?!

Vi: I just...wasn't feeling like it.

Attendant: Well, no refunds! Come back later if you want to give it a REAL try.

[Overworld Spy, after playing]

Vi: We can replay the worm thing here again!

Kabbu: I can't help but feel sad for the poor worms.

Leif: The Mayor said they like it, so…

Kabbu: Does that make it alright to just keep hitting them...?

[Quest: Want to Relive Memories...]

[walk in]

Mayor: This place is beautiful! I didn't know of it!

Leif: It was, uh, obstructed.

Vi: Sit back and watch, mayor. Imma get that 20!

Mayor: I'm so excited! Knock it out of the park!

[Spy Mayor]

Leif: Doesn't the mayor like this game too much?

Vi: Don't you enjoy eating way too much?

Leif: Why are you bringing that up...?

[get too low a score]

Mayor: Ah, so close to the 20...You just have to try again!

[get 20+]

Mayor: You really did it! I thought...I thought it was impossible!

Vi: Heheh. It was nothing, for real.

Mayor: Thank you, you've brought a real good time to this tired old bug!

Kabbu: I hope this repays my debt to you, even slightly…

Leif: Vi's the one who did everything, so…

Mayor: You never owed me anything, calm down!

Mayor: Now, let me give you a proper reward!

Vi: ...A key?

Mayor: Hoho! You'll have to check near my house to see the treasure it guards!

Vi: Really? Awesome! Thanks for the business!

Vi: If I get 30, do you pay double!?

Leif: We'll, uh, get going now.

Mayor: Hahahaha! That's alright. I've got to go get some work done too!

Mayor: See you in Defiant Root!

[end of quest-related dialogue]