Hive

0. Elevator

[Story, ch3]

Vi: …

Leif: Look, Vi. Even if you don't like them, it can't be THAT bad.

Kabbu: Indeed, we'll protect you if they speak poorly of you.

Vi: Hahahaha... That's...not really going to happen, ya know?

Leif: Huh. So they don't tease you?

Vi: Just uh, a little bit.

Kabbu: Vi...could it be the Hive has done nothing to you?

Vi: …

Leif: Nonsense. Why would she be so unwilling otherwise?

Vi: He's right.

Kabbu: I am?

Vi: The Hive didn't do anything. I did.

Leif: Vi. What did you do?

Vi: My sister kept teasing me, okay? Saying exploring's a job for other bugs.

Vi: That it was too dangerous, and that I couldn't do it!

Vi: So I got really mad and said a lot of mean stuff to her…and ran off.

Vi: Told my boss to shove it. Told the Queen she had no idea what I'm capable of!

Kabbu: Vi…

Leif: So in this story, you're the mean one?

Vi: Kinda. They had it coming, though.

Leif: That's great.

(minibubble) Kabbu: It is?

Leif: All you have to do is say you're sorry. And it'll get fixed.

Vi: No way!

Vi: Even if I was super mean, they still teased me all the time! I'm not gonna say sorry!

Kabbu: Not even to your close sister? It's your family!

Vi: She can say sorry first! I'm not gonna lose after making a big scene!

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Vi: Look. The mission's most important, okay? I don't wanna talk about this anymore.

Leif: We're almost at the top...you're not off the hook, Vi.


1. Outside

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: The Hive's gigantic!

Vi: Mhm. Most bugs just see the main area though. Most of it's just honey and housing.

Leif: So most of this Hive is honey? We'll have to investigate…

Vi: That honey's for bees!


Bee Guard: Going down to Defiant Root?

Textbox: Yes

No

[No]

Guard: Enjoy your visit to the Hive!


Common bee guard spy


2. Scanner Room

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: What a peculiar room.

Vi: This is the scan corridor. So they know we're clean or whatever.

Leif: That's weird.

Vi: Yup…


[Story]

Bee Guard: Greetings, visitors. Please hold still as we scan for impurities.

Kabbu: Um, what?

Guard: Huh.

(minibubble) Kabbu: What a scare...

Vi: "Huh"? You saying we're not clean or something?

Guard: It's not that… Hmm, well... Yes. Okay.

Guard: Alright. You've been cleared to pass.

(minibubble) Leif: ...


3. Main Area

[Story, ch3, first entrance]

Kabbu: Goodness, what a grand welcome!

Leif: Vi, is this normal?

Vi: Uh, not really...

H.B.: Hold it, folks!

H.B.: The scanner picked up something weird from one of you…

Vi: W-What?

Leif: Was it us?

H.B.: Most definitely.

Kabbu: Is Leif okay!?

H.B.: Dearie me. We've caused a scene. Could you come with me? I'll check it out ASAP.

Vi: You sure you wanna trust her, Leif?

Leif: Yeah. We don't have any leads right now. Nothing to lose.

Kabbu: Guide the way, doctor!


[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Still feels weird to be home…

Kabbu: Despite everything, surely you're a little happy?

Vi: Well...I did miss the honey fountain.

Leif: We'll miss it too…


Guard: The Queen is the epitome of grace and beauty! Please mind yourselves around her.


Guard: The Queen is the light that shines upon us all! Do mind yourselves around her.


Common bee guard spy


[in front of Jaune’s, before factory]

Sign: Out For Lunch.


Artia: Jaune's art is...beautiful. But is art meant only to be pretty? We should explore our inner hideousness…

Leif: Good luck getting someone to buy THAT portrait…

Kabbu: At least wait till she draws it before judging!


[Spy Artia]

Kabbu: My, these paintings are quite... unique.

Vi: Artia really needs to add some color sometimes.

Leif: We agree, but maybe she won't be happy if she does.

Kabbu: Someone who's happy in a gray world... is that truly possible?

Vi: You're really overthinking this...


Guard: This path leads to the Honey Factory. Please watch your step.


Common bee guard spy


Bib: Oho! So dashing... Explorers are so interesting!


[Spy Bib]

Kabbu: What a fluffy bee!

Vi: Bumblebees are pretty cute. Not cuter than me, though!

Leif: We don't dare to disagree...


Guard: Prof. Honeycomb and Dr. H.B. are the last bees from the old generation.

Guard: They sure managed to outlive even some of the new generation. Is this the power of science?


[Spy Zasp or Mothiva]

Vi: It's them!

Kabbu: Let's get the meeting underway. Maybe they've even repented!

(minibubble) Leif: Doubt it.


[Story, ch3]

Mothiva: Ohohoho! Now now, there's enough Mothiva for all!

Crowd: Mothiva! Mothiva!

Vi: Ugh! How can she be so popular while being such a jerk!

Leif: Ignorance is bliss for this crowd…

Kabbu: Um, Mothiva?

Mothiva: More fans? Ohoho-

Mothiva: What are YOU dorks doing here!?

Crowd: Huh?

Crowd: Mothiva?

Crowd: Hm?

Mothiva: A-Ahahaha! Sorry, show's over! I hope you'll join me in my next tour!

Crowd: Aww...

Mothiva: Thanks for ruining a perfectly good tour, jerks.

Vi: We didn't do anything! And you're the jerk!

Mothiva: Your mere presence ruins my vibe, can't you tell!?

Leif: Maybe you can steal some of ours when we're not looking.

Mothiva: Why you…

Kabbu: Enough! We're not here to fight you. We have a mission, can't we cooperate?

Kabbu: We need not hog the glory. If we work together, we will all be recognized!

Mothiva: Sigh. So naive. What good is fame when shared with the likes of you?

Kabbu: U-Urk…

Vi: Look, just go to the darn meeting point. We can settle this later.

Mothiva: Hmph. I'll go, but not by your barking. See if you don't keep me waiting too long.

[If haven’t talked to Zasp yet]

Mothiva: And get Zasp to go too, okay? I can't be bothered after seeing you three.

Vi: What a jerk! I really really don't get how no one sees it!

Kabbu: It's a shame her defeat didn't humble her one bit…

Leif: We'll have to be careful, we never know what they'll be planning...


[Story, ch3]

Zasp: Just my luck. Team Snakemouth.

Vi: You've got some nerve walking into the Hive!

Zasp: Hmph. Pipe down. I'm here on explorer business, just like you.

Leif: Come to steal some more credit, we assume?

Zasp: If you expect an apology, you won't get it.

Kabbu: Ngh. So you're proud of your actions?

Zasp: I don't operate on pride. I'm commited to Mothiva's rise to the top.

Zasp: We saw an opportunity and took it. It didn't work out, but it's not the end of the world.

Zasp: As you can see, even without the artifact, she is still respected.

Vi: Who's gonna respect someone so petty! Bet they wouldn't if they knew the truth!

Kabbu: Vi! We're not going to start badmouthing others!

Zasp: It wouldn't matter. See if they'd believe some bumbling fools over the great Mothiva.

Leif: Hmph. Look, we don't care. Can you just move it to the meeting point?

Zasp: That, I can do. Business is business, after all. My interests are not petty banter with you three.

Vi: Yeah, yeah. Just go.

[If already talked to Mothiva]

Zasp: Mothiva must be waiting, anyways. See you there.


[if haven’t talked to Mothiva yet]

Kabbu: We'll notify Mothiva as well. You won't wait for long.

Kabbu: See you there.


[After talking to Zasp and Mothiva]

[If already talked to Gen and Eri]

Vi: Okay, that should be everyone. Let's go to the meeting!


[If not talked to Gen and Eri]

Kabbu: We still need to find the other explorers. Let's look around.


Beil: Welcome, welcome! Mothiva's famous accessories are on sale! They'll bring the best out of you!

(minibubble) Leif: Doubtful.


[Spy Beil]

Vi: That scarf is so pretty!

Leif: Mothiva's a crook, but her clothing brand is pretty high quality.

Vi: Wait, what? Isn't it only those red balls?

Kabbu: It seems any item she helped create has a small icon... Look at the scarf's corner!

Vi: Ugh, that sucks... No way I'm going to buy it.

Leif: You could just cover her logo up.

Vi: Nuh uh! She ain't getting one berry from me!


Sasha: My...I've always been a bit plain. But clothing works wonders, doesn't it? Hohoh!


[Spy Sasha]

Kabbu: Hmm…

Vi: What's up?

Kabbu: It's nothing. I'm just thinking about clothing…

Leif: Gonna buy some?

Kabbu: No, no. I'm happy with how I look.

Kabbu: I'm not sure how to feel about others wishing to change their image…

Vi: Bugs can do whatever they want. If they wanna wear a big hat they can do it!

Leif: Can't say we oppose that view.

Kabbu: You're right. It's not my place to judge others, even if I'm not going to wear clothing myself.

Vi: Geez, it's not like you cut the scarf off of her. Stop apologizing!


Vilma: Heeeey! How're you liking our wonderful Hive? Have some honey, it's on me!

Leif: Thank you. We won't forget this.

(minibubble) Kabbu: S-So kind...!

Vi: Y-Yeah, thanks...


[Spy Vilma]

Kabbu: What a nice bee. It warms my heart!

Leif: So tall. Cheerful, too.

Vi: Even I can't get mad at Vilma…

Kabbu: I feel bad, though. All that honey for free…

Leif: Not us. We intend to keep eating.

Vi: How are you two not fatter!?


Guard: If you head down this path, you will reach the Residential Zone and the Balcony.


Common bee guard spy


Huni: This ball is really cute, right? I look just like Mothiva!


[Spy Huni]

Kabbu: Ah. Children are so pure!

Leif: Vi is right here.

Vi: Not in the mood.

Leif: It's not funny if she won't react…

Kabbu: Leif, you should take it easy on her while we're here.

Leif: Fine...


Yap: Hmm...It's been so boring lately. I wish there was some gossip, at least.


[Spy Yap]

Kabbu: (Psst! Leif!)

Leif: (What? Why are you whispering?)

Kabbu: (Don't tell Vi, but... Doesn't that little bee look like her?)

Leif: (Ohhh... yeah. She does, doesn't she? She looks so annoyed, too.)

Vi: You suck at whispering!!!


H.B. projection: Hello there! Welcome to Dr. H.B.'s lab! Your number one stop for any weird gadgets!


[Spy anyone waiting at the throne room]

Kabbu: Let's gather everyone so we can get the meeting started!


Eri: Maybe I can sneak out and eat some more fountain honey before the meeting…

Gen: Seriously, Eri. Just stay still!


Mothiva: Why would you look for me now? Don't you know my time is berries?

Vi: Shut up, or we'll take even longer!


Zasp: Despite everything...I must say, runt. The Hive is quite nice to be in.

Vi: It's nowhere someone like you should be in!


[Story, walking to the throne room door with everyone gathered]

Kabbu: It seems only Kina is left…

Eri: Oh, nah! She gave us the parts. So we're good to go.

Gen: She's shameless, that's what she is!

Guard: Then, if these are all the explorers, we shall open the throne room.

Guard: Be on your best behavior, for even glancing upon our Queen is a privilege.

Mothiva: Oh, of course miss guard! We adore the Queen, and would never dream to upset her Ohohoho!

(minibubble) Vi: !?

Leif: Are you the same Mothiva...?

Guard: Be silent, and go in.


[Quest: I Want a Souvenir...]

Beil: Welcome, welcome! You're eyeing that souvenir cap, aren't ya? It's the perfect gift for Bee Kingdom lovers!

Beil: And this one's on sale, too - only 40 berries! Will you be its lucky buyer?

Textbox: Gimme! Gimme!

No way!

[No way!]

Beil: Just remember - the sale won't last forever!


[Insufficient funds]

Beil: Whoops! Sorry dears... You'll have to remember this trip with something cheaper.


[Gimme! Gimme!]

Beil: This is one purchase you won't regret!

Beil: Thank you, thank you! Please visit Fashion Bee again!

[end quest dialogue]


[After buying bee cap]

Beil: Welcome back! We have a new accessory! This precious Ribbon which you can wear or give to your pets is on sale!

Beil: Now only 50 berries!

Textbox: Gimme! Gimme!

No way!

[No way!]

Beil: Just remember - the sale won't last forever!


[Insufficient funds]

Beil: Whoops! Sorry dears... You'll have to remember this trip with something cheaper.


[Gimme! Gimme!]

Beil: Thank you! Here you go!

Beil: Thank you, thank you! Please visit Fashion Bee again!


[Quest: In Search of Paint...]

[first talk]

Artia: ...You'll take my request, Vi?

Vi: Yup. Don't make a big deal out of it, ok?

Artia: ...Alright. I'm looking for the blackest, darkest of all paints.

Artia: I need it to complete my masterpiece. To challenge Jaune's reign as the best artist of the Hive.

Artia: You sure you can handle that?

Vi: ...A job's a job. Where can I find it?

Artia: Your soul is a dark grey... But anyways... I've heard it's with someone in the Termite City.

Artia: He hates being around in the open, a lover of the darkness. So cool…

Leif: Sounds like you two would get along pretty well.

Artia: Don't speak nonsense...I simply admire him. I would meet him myself, were it not so far.

Artia: Get it done, Vi. The pay's good.

Vi: Better be. It really IS far away...


[talk again]

Artia: Procure the blackest paint from the Termite City.

Artia: If you don't know where to start, search the darkest parts of the city…


[after talking to Tennent]

Artia: ...Found it yet, Vi?

Vi: Yeah. He won't budge, though. Sorry…

Artia: ...Drat. I feared this would happen. Listen up…

Artia: My boyfriend lives in the Ant Kingdom. Knows his way around...certain groups. He'll know what to do.

Kabbu: Boyfriend's a pretty vague description…

Artia: We have...similar tastes. You will know when you see him. Now go, your pay's waiting…

Vi: I'm charging extra for the double trip.


[talk again]

Artia: My boyfriend lives in the Ant Kingdom. Knows his way around...certain groups. He'll know what to do.


[talk after getting paint]

Artia: ...Found it yet, Vi?


[incorrect item]

Artia: ...Don't waste my time.


[exit out]

Artia: Don't take too long. I must reveal my next piece before Jaune...


[give paint]

Artia: Aaaaah...so that's the blackest, darkest paint...!

Artia: Yes...I can feel it. It's like I'm staring at a deep abyss!

Vi: Hope it's worth the pay!

Artia: Jewelry is for denizens of the light. I have no need of it, after having seen such darkness…

Artia: Seems like a fair trade, the brightest object for the darkest one…

Artia: Hehehe… soon, Jaune's art reign will be over and Artia's will begin…

Vi: Yeah, I doubt that!

Kabbu: I'm just glad we didn't end up in trouble for this...


[talk after giving paint]

Artia: Soon Jaune's reign will end and my era of darkness will begin... and it's all thanks to you...hehehe...

Kabbu: ...Are you sure this was alright, Vi?

Vi: Jaune's not that easy to beat. She'll even like the competition.

Leif: Huh...Guess you were helping out Jaune too, then.

[end of quest-related dialogue]


[Quest: Vi’s Request, teleported out of Jaune’s after initial convo]

Vi: GRRR! What the heck! That's no way to treat family!

Leif: Just what did you do to her?

Vi: I told her she drew like a weevil.

Kabbu: Vi! What in blazes! You can't just go around saying that sort of thing!

Leif: We're assuming this is a new type of insult…

Vi: Well, she called me stuff too! Weak, short, coward…

Vi: I couldn't talk about exploring without her talking down to me!

Kabbu: Exploring is extremely dangerous. Many lose someone dear to a bad trip…

Kabbu: Couldn't she simply have been worried?

Vi: Whatever.

Leif: If you still want to fix things, we have an idea. We, uh, don't want you sad.

(minibubble) Kabbu: R-really!?

Vi: Y-Yeah?

Leif: She mentioned some red paint, right?

Vi: That's pretty hard to get. It's out of season or something.

Leif: Let's get it for her.

Kabbu: That is a fantastic idea!

Vi: Y-You're right! She'd be too happy to get mad!

Vi: Maybe then we can have an actual conversation. Hmph.

Kabbu: Where could we start searching? I know little of paint.

Vi: I dunno either, but uh... it's made in the Golden Settlement, right?

Vi: We could just take the tunnel and check it out when we're free.

Leif: Then let's keep that in mind. Jaune seems to need it quite badly.

Vi: Alright. Let's get a move on!


[after giving paint]

Kabbu: A-Are you okay?

Vi: Yup. Let's go back in whenever!

Leif: That's a relief... Let's meet your sister properly, then.

[end of quest-related dialogue]


[postgame]

Mothiva: Ohohoho! My clothing line's profits are off the charts!

Mothiva: That's what helping defeat the Wasp King does to your brand!

Leif: ...Good for you.

(minibubble) Vi: Uh huh...


[Spy Mothiva]

Vi: Bleh. It feels like everyone learned something...EXCEPT Mothiva! Even Zasp's cool now!

Leif: She's probably learned something. She's just too proud to admit it.

Kabbu: She DID help us cross the Giant's Lair…

Vi: She did it for the fame! Not to be nice!

Kabbu: Such shallow motives would not have been enough to face those beasts.

Leif: You could be right...


Zasp: It's not so bad...enjoying calm days like this alongside Mothiva.

Zasp: Thank you, Team Snakemouth. I owe this peace to you.

Kabbu: Zasp… You're welcome!


[Spy Zasp]

Leif: Zasp's a cool dude. He could do better.

Kabbu: Could he? He looks quite content.

Vi: I dunno...Mothiva could be nicer to him, or something…

Leif: Eh, it's their personal life...Let's leave them be.


4. HB’s Lab

[Story, ch3, from main room]

H.B.: So that's what the readings meant…

Kabbu: Doctor, is Leif okay?

H.B.: According to the tests, ancient crystal fragments lie within you. If I'm not wrong, you can use magic?

Leif: Yeah. After we woke up in Snakemouth, it just suddenly came to us.

Vi: So that wasn't a super bad lie?

Leif: ...You still doubted us?

Kabbu: Given the weirdness of it, I'd tally it to healthy skepticism.

H.B.: Magical powers are a common side effect of a body being linked to these crystals.

H.B.: Although there's still something our scanner couldn't identify. Something else may be inside your body.

Leif: Something else?

H.B.: ...If you'd let me put you under for a while, I could look into it.

Leif: Er, put us under?

H.B.: You know. Fast asleep.

H.B.: Then we explore your insides after cutti-

H.B.: W-What!?

(minibubble) Vi: Woah!

Kabbu: Leif, you had this sort of power?

Leif: N-No. It's weird. We just moved on our own…

Leif: ...Sorry. We don't know what happened. We're not too keen to be put under, however.

H.B.: An involuntary self-defense mechanism…

H.B.: Leif, was it? Give it some thought. Your condition is fascinating.

Vi: I'm starting to get worried…

Leif: Don't be. We feel fine.

Kabbu: We're getting closer to the truth, although there's much left to answer…

H.B.: Well, I think we'll leave it at that for today. Sorry for distressing you.

Leif: It's okay, really... Thanks.

Vi: Welp... We're going to be late to the meeting, aren't we?

H.B.: Ah, yes. The Ant Kingdom brought the materials for the key replacement, right?

H.B.: I've heard there's four other explorers looking around the Hive.

H.B.: Could you round them up in front of the throne room? I'll meet you there when I finish some things up.

H.B.: Crow!

Crow: C-called me, doctor?

H.B.: Round up the data! We have work to do.

Crow: Ah! Y-Yes, doctor!

Vi: Great... A walk around the Hive.

Leif: Can't be the worst thing. We'd like to get to know this place.

Textbox: Leif can now use Bubble Shield Lite in battle!


[Overworld Spy]

Leif: H.B.'s lab is impressive, but we'd rather not be here…

Kabbu: Her proposition was quite startling, but at least she didn't press the issue.

Vi: Maybe she can open you up Kabbu, to find out why you're so nice!

Kabbu: Not in a million moons!


Crow: There's so much data to sort through...It feels like I'll never finish!


[Spy Crow]

Kabbu: H.B.'s running poor Crow ragged!

Leif: Science looks like a lot of hard work.

Vi: It's like uh...the thinking version of exploring!


[Inspect medal]

Vi: Woah! That medal looks cool!

Leif: Let's snatch it.

Kabbu: No! Let's see if we can convince H.B. to give it to us somehow.


[pre-gathering all the explorers]

H.B.: I still need some time to process the data, could you find the other explorers?

H.B.: They should be around the Hive somewhere.


[pre-factory]

H.B.: I will meet up with you soon, just head to the factory.


[Spy H.B.]

Leif: So Professor Honeycomb's not the only prestigious researcher around.

Vi: Those two are always fighting...if they're so smart, they should act more grown up!

Kabbu: (C-Coming from you, Vi!?)


[before giving permit]

B.O.S.S.: Invalid User. Access Denied.


[Talk after ch 3]

H.B.: Ah, you're here!

H.B.: Thanks for the help in the factory.

Kabbu: It was nothing, doc.

H.B.: Anyway. I wanted to show you something…

H.B.: You see this big machine behind me?

H.B.: This special machine lets you refight old foes you've met on your journey!

Leif: Is that possible?

H.B.: Yes! As long as we can get a crystal which recorded your fights.

H.B.: You know ancient crystals have the ability to record their surroundings, right?

H.B.: The roaches used them all the time to store data.

H.B.: My machine can read said data to recreate certain moments of the past.

H.B.: All that is needed is to find a crystal that recorded what you have seen on your journeys.

Kabbu: Where would we find said crystal?

H.B.: Well, you're explorers, right?

H.B.: You probably already have something that has crystals in it.

H.B.: Fufu...I will be waiting for you to figure it out!

Vi: Can't you just tell us...?


[Talk again]

H.B.: So? Have you found something with crystals that recorded your fights up to now?

[Incorrect Item]

H.B.: That won't do. Don't you have anything with crystals in it?


[give Mysterious Piece or Peculiar Gem]

H.B.: Hm. That is indeed a crystal, but it hasn't recorded much battle data.

H.B.: Do you not have something every explorer earns at the start of their journey?


[Exit out]

H.B.: Bring me a crystal, and the machine will do the rest!


[Give Permit]

H.B.: Bingo! Authentic permits given to exploration teams house crystals in them!

H.B.: It must be overflowing with combat data!

Vi: I don't get how that works…

H.B.: You don't need to understand. Fufufu... Just check the computer behind me to start the B.O.S.S. program!

Leif: Technology has advanced at an incredible pace…

H.B.: Indeed. I've registered you all under the B.O.S.S. terminal already.

H.B.: If you have any questions about it, just come and ask me! I'm so eager to see it in action!


[after giving permit]

H.B.: Hey there folks! Any questions about the B.O.S.S. program?

Textbox: B.O.S.S. program?

How does it work?

Do we get anything from it?

We're good.

[B.O.S.S. program?]

H.B.: Yes, what B.O.S.S. stands for is…

H.B.: "Battery Operated Super Simulator"!

H.B.: With it, you can simulate old battles you have recorded in the crystals on your permit.

H.B.: I still don't know how the crystal works, but just being able to read this data is fascinating!

H.B.: In return for letting me test and study the crystals, you are free to use the B.O.S.S. any time you want.

H.B.: And should you do well in Rush Mode, I'll give you prizes! It's a great deal!

H.B.: Just check the computer over there to start it.


[How does it work?]

H.B.: B.O.S.S. will read the crystals on your explorer permit and load data from strong foes you have faced in the past.

H.B.: With that, you can refight old battles at any time you want!

H.B.: The HoloMachine is not perfect, though. It flickers a bit way too much for my liking... But it works well enough.

H.B.: You will keep items you had at the start of the run, so you won't lose any after the session.

H.B.: But used items stay used in Rush Mode until you either finish it or quit, so watch out for that!


[Do we get anything from it?]

H.B.: Yes! You will get some EXP from battles, but since those are simulations, the amount you get is very reduced.

H.B.: But if you do well in Rush Mode, I can give you some Medals and goodies I have stored. Tempting, right?

H.B.: Losing battles won't penalize you, so there is no risk involved as well.

H.B.: It's a safe way to see how much you've grown!


[We're good.]

H.B.: Very well. If you want to try it out, check the computer over there.


[post-giving permit]

B.O.S.S.: Reading Crystal Data...... Done. Logging in...

B.O.S.S.: Welcome, Vi, Kabbu and Leif! This is the B.O.S.S. terminal!

B.O.S.S.: How can I assist you today?

Textbox: Single Battles

Single Battles – EX

Rush Mode

Rush Mode - EX

Cancel

[Single/ Single EX Battles]

B.O.S.S.: Single Battle Mode selected. Please select category for Battle:

[OR]

B.O.S.S.: Single Battle EX Mode selected. Please select category for Battle:

Textbox: Mini-Bosses

Bosses

[select either]

B.O.S.S.: Please select which enemy you wish to engage in battle from the available list below. Press |button,5| to cancel the operation:


[Rush/Rush EX Mode]

B.O.S.S.: Rush Mode selected. Please select category for Battle:

[OR]

B.O.S.S.: Rush EX Mode selected. Please select category for Battle:

Textbox: Mini-Bosses

Bosses

[select either]

B.O.S.S.: There is a total of |var,4| available enemies in the selected category. Are you ready to start?

Textbox: Yes

No


[Yes/select single opponent]

B.O.S.S.: Very well! Please proceed to the Arena to battle!

H.B.: Let's go, everyone!


[exit out]

B.O.S.S.: Logging off. Entering idle mode...


[finish battle in rush mode]

H.B.: Oho! Good work! But there's still |var,9| battle(s) left! Are you ready?

Textbox: We are ready!

Heal up first! (@EVENT@ left)

No, that's enough.

[We are ready!]

H.B.: Alright then, here it comes!


[Heal up first!]

H.B.: Very well, a bit of healing coming up!


[No, that's enough.]

H.B.: I understand. Well, if you want to retry, just check out the B.O.S.S. at any time.


[finish 3 or 6 battles in a row in either rush mode, first time]

H.B.: Oho! Good work!

H.B.: Impressive! You've exceeded my expectations. Have a little something, it's on me.


[finish 7 battles in a row in either rush mode, first time]

H.B.: Oho! Good work!

H.B.: Awesome work! Seems like you're just breezing though huh?

H.B.: Guess I'll make the EX Mode option available!

H.B.: Just start another session with the B.O.S.S. after this one is over to try it out!


[finish all available rush battles]

H.B.: Good job everyone! That was a fierce battle.

H.B.: Here is something for your trouble!

H.B.: If you want to try again, just start up the B.O.S.S. once more! Can't wait to see how you will perform next time!


[finish single battle]

H.B.: Good job everyone! That was a fierce battle.

H.B.: If you want to retry any of your battles, just come back and check the B.O.S.S.!


[lose]

H.B.: Well, you can't always win, can you?

H.B.: Maybe rearrange your Medals or train a bit more and try again later?


[Quest: Card Masters of Bugaria]

[if you talk to her before the factory]

Crow: ...! Y-you're card players?

Leif: Yes. You know any Card Masters?

Crow: Well, I'm a bit busy...I-I can help you find them later.


[first talk after factory]

Crow: ...! Y-you're card players?

Leif: Yes. You know any Card Masters?

Crow: Y-yes, I do. The Card Master is, um...

Crow: It's me!

(minibubble) H.B.: Not this again...

Kabbu: This dueling aura!

Crow: When it comes to cards...I won't hold back! I won't be defeated!

Leif: We expect nothing less of a card master!

(minibubble) H.B.: Please be quiet...

Crow: Prepare as you must. This will be a duel for the ages!


[talk again]

Crow: You ready for a real duel!?

Textbox: Bring it on!

Not yet.

[Not yet.]

Crow: W-well... Come back if you change your mind.


[Bring it on!]

Crow: Do your worst!


[Lose]

Crow: You're no match for me at all!

Vi: I liked her more when she was quiet.

Leif: That really was a great duel, we can't deny it.

Crow: Come back when you have better cards! T-That should help a little.


[Win]

Crow: Ugh... How could I be defeated...

Leif: You're the strongest opponent we've faced.

Crow: ...Sigh. The doctor's gonna make fun of me later…

(minibubble) H.B.: Yup.

Crow: But that was a great duel! U-Um, I'll upgrade your card now.


[Final Master]

Crow: And that's it. You've got a full card!

Crow: Show it to the old sailor at the pier. He'll take you to Metal Island for real cheap!

Vi: Really? That's awesome!

Leif: We can finally test our mettle against the tournament's best.

Crow: Good luck! You're strong, Leif. B-but you're gonna need it!


[Masters Remaining]

Crow: Huh? You're missing some Card Masters? Did you confuse Chuck for me?

Kabbu: Not exactly... Don't worry about it.

Crow: Well, um, if you're up for a rematch... Just talk to me, ok?

(minibubble) H.B.: Nooo!


[talk again after beating]

Crow: Hey Leif. Come for a rematch?

(minibubble) H.B.: Dangit, Crow!

Textbox: Bring it on!

Not yet.

[Not yet.]

Crow: W-well... Come back if you change your mind.


[Bring it on!]

Crow: Now we're talking! Time for you to lose!


[Win]

Crow: Darn, I lost again...H-Here, you won this!


[Lose]

Crow: You're no match for me at all!

Vi: I liked her more when she was quiet.

Leif: That really was a great duel, we can't deny it.

Crow: Come back when you have better cards! T-That should help a little.

[End of quest-related dialogue]


5. Balcony

[Overworld Spy, corridor area]

Leif: So all the Bees live here?

Vi: Yup. And it's super duper off limits!

Kabbu: First the ants, now the bees...I cannot help but feel excluded.

Vi: It's just how stuff is. Sorry!


Jud: Leif, it's good to see you again. Your performance was very pleasing.

Jud: It would be great to have you at next year's festival.

Leif: You can count on us.


[Spy Jud]

Leif: Ah...we want to join another eating competition.

Kabbu: The Golden Festival is the only one, though.

Leif: That's impossible. Eating is the best. How can it be once a moon?

Vi: Don't be such a glutton, Leif.

Kabbu: Indeed. You must watch your figure!

Leif: Don't act like you don't sneak in Honey Drops mid-mission! We've seen you!

(minibubble) Kabbu: S-Sorry...


Guard: Only bees allowed past this point.

Leif: Can you get us in then, Vi?

Vi: Noooope.


[Spy Guard]

Leif: Vi, can't you convince this guard to let us pass?

Vi: Noooope.


[Overworld Spy, balcony area]

Kabbu: Astounding. We can see everything from here!

Vi: Look, there's the pier!

Kabbu: Oh, there's the Golden Hills! Can't see Venus, however.

Leif: And there's Snakemouth. Wonder why we feel so drawn towards it...


[first talk]

Kenny: Hey again. The Bee Kingdom's quite fantastic.

Vi: Uh...you think?

Kenny: The air is clean, and the people are nice. There's a great view and good food.

Leif: Think you'll stay here?

Kenny: ...No, I don't think I will. I want to see what else the world can offer.

Kabbu: May we meet again, explorer!

Kenny: May we meet again, indeed.


[talk again]

Kenny: May we meet again, indeed.


Common Kenny spy


Bub: You can see where we used to stay! Good old times.


Rob: Look, the Golden Settlement! Can't wait for next year's festival!


[Spy Rob or Bub]

Leif: These two seem to be together a lot, don't they?

Kabbu: Two friends traveling across Bugaria...not that unlikely, right?

Vi: They should become an exploration team already!

Leif: Shame. They don't seem like they can fight.


Elias: The Bee Kingdom was generous enough to let me conduct my research here.

Elias: The least I can do is lend others my " Eliascope"! Give it a go with |button,4|!


[Spy Elias]

Leif: We've been thinking for a while... what are those things some bugs wear on their eyes?

Vi: You mean glasses?

Leif: Never heard of them.

Kabbu: They're this fascinating gadget that helps bugs with poor eyesight see better!

Leif: Really? That small trinket improves eyesight?

Vi: Really cool huh? They started being sold a while ago.

Leif: It's good to see some things do get better with time.


[Spy Gen and Eri]

Kabbu: We've found them! Let's make sure they get to the meeting.


[Story, ch3]

Gen: Heeeey! Team Snakemouth!

Eri: Thanks again, we owe you for back in the desert…

Kabbu: It was no problem. You would do the same for us.

Leif: They would try, at least.

Gen: We'll make up for it, you'll see.

Eri: Mhm. Hey, Vi? You're being real quiet.

Vi: Oh? Uh...sorry. Just thinking.

Eri: The Hive is SUPER cool! We have to come back together when we're not on the job!

Gen: Everyone's really nice. And they let us drink from the fountain for free!

Vi: Y-Yeah... Glad you like it. You ready to meet up?

Eri: Shoot! We forgot!

Gen: We'll see ya there, Team Snakemouth!

Leif: Well, at least they're having fun.

Vi: Hmph.

Leif: Vi.

Vi: What? If it's about earlier, drop it. I don't want to talk about it.

Leif: Look at us, Vi. This is serious.

Leif: You're mad over petty things. You're acting like a child.

Vi: Seriously? THAT'S what you wanted to tell me!?

Leif: We're not finished.

Leif: Something may happen tomorrow, or even today. And then, you won't be able to say sorry.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Leif...

Leif: Instead of acting so proud, won't you be happier if you fix things?

Vi: …

Kabbu: Vi, Leif is right! We never know what can happen. Friends are so precious to lose over nothing…

Vi: ...But what if she doesn't forgive me? I was really mean…

Kabbu: If you really mean it, and show it, she'll forgive you. You're sisters!

Vi: ...…

Vi: F-Fine. I'll try.

Leif: Hmm. You're more mature than we expected.

Vi: Shut up!

Vi: We're on a mission now, but…

Vi: W-When we have time, I'll try and apologize. Okay? Are you happy now!?

Leif: You promise?

Vi: I'll do it! I don't need to promise it like some kid!

Kabbu: Heheheh. Alright, Vi. We believe you.

Leif: We hope it goes well. Life's too short to have dumb fights.

Vi: Sigh...I feel all tired now.

[havent got everyone]

Vi: Let's go find the other explorers, okay?


[got everyone]

Vi: Everyone should be at the throne room now so... Let's go, okay?

Kabbu: Yup. Let's go, team.

Leif: We'll be rooting for you, Vi.

Vi: ...Thanks.


[Spy Beette]

Vi: It's her.

Kabbu: Come on, Vi. Let's see what she has to say.


[First talk]

Beette: Oh dear, what to do…

Vi: Okay. I can do this. Huff...here I go!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Hang in there!

Vi: ...What's up? Can I help you?

Beette: Dunno. Can you?

Leif: Tell us your issue. We'll see.

Beette: I thought buying a house in the Ant City would be great, but I didn't enjoy it at all.

Beette: I just get too homesick for the amazing Bee Kingdom...I dunno what to do with it now.

Kabbu: Homesick, huh. I understand how you feel.

Vi: Uh, that sucks. C-Can we help?

Beette: Are you interested in the house? It's right in the main plaza…

Leif: You mean the red house near the inn? We could use a place…

Beette: Yeah. How about 150 berries? It's cheaper than I got it for…

(minibubble) Vi: 150?!

Leif: Goodness. The housing market's gotten rough.

Beette: Won't blame ya if you don't want it. It's nothing compared to here.

Vi: We...will...think...about it.

Kabbu: (We're proud of you, Vi!)

(minibubble) Leif: (Aye.)

Vi: (Let's just go…)


[Talk again]

Beette: So...? 150 berries for the house. You in?

Textbox: Hand over the keys!

That's too expensive!

[That's too expensive!]

Beette: 150's the lowest I'm going to go. I've already lost money on it.

[Hand over the keys!]

Beette: Hey... Thanks a ton. Here's the key.

Beette: You really helped me out...I can fund my next project with this…

Vi: It was nice helping you.

Beette: If it gets off the ground, you three can come in for free... For real.

Vi: Really?

Beette: Yeah...I never forget a favor. Take care, okay?

Leif: Mhm. It's good to not be homeless anymore.

Vi: Yeah! See you around!


[Spy Beette, post house-buying]

Vi: ...She gave us a really good deal, huh.

Vi: And I've only said bad stuff about her…

Leif: ...Well, at least she didn't hear you.

Kabbu: And you helped her in the end! You've made up for it!

Vi: ...Yeah. I'll watch the stuff I say a bit more now...


[talk after buying]

Beette: Mmm... Maybe I should try buying a house in Defiant Root.


6. Honeycomb’s Lab

[first entry]

Honeycomb: WHO IS IT!?

Honeycomb: Oh, it's you. How's the A.D.B.P. been treating you?

Vi: It's awesome! It really helped us out!

Honeycomb: Heheheh. Of course. My tools are the best there is!

Leif: Um, we seem to have forgotten your name.

Honeycomb: Oh. Hmm... Right. I'm Professor Honeycomb. Renowned scientist of the Bee Kingdom!

Honeycomb: ...Or I was, until that Doctor H.B. took my spot!

Honeycomb: H.B.'s creations all use weird tech she found studying the old roaches, you see.

Honeycomb: Disgusting. While I do use ancient crystals, the roaches didn't create them. I'd never use borrowed technology for my experiments!

Honeycomb: I'll create the perfect A.D.B.P. through my own superior intellect.

Vi: What? The Beemerang isn't good enough yet?

Honeycomb: Yours is nothing special. It's just one of many in the A.D.B.P. Mk II series.

Honeycomb: When I finish the Mk III... They will seem like children's toys!

Vi: What? Can't you upgrade mine again?

Honeycomb: I'd consider it, if only because of the data you've helped me round up.

Honeycomb: If I manage to harness the crystal energy into the prototypes... the A.D.B.P. could spin forever, generating infinite energy!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Incredible!

Leif: That's really not how physics work.

Honeycomb: And then I'd reclaim my spot as the Bee Kingdom's lead scientist!

Kabbu: You have a noble goal. Won't you let us help you? In the name of science!

(minibubble) Vi: Free upgrade!

Honeycomb: Maybe later. But for now, begone! You're getting in the way of my research!

Vi: Yikes. Fine. Let's come back later.


[talk again, nothing else to get from her at the moment]

Honeycomb: I'm busy! Shoo, Shoo!

Honeycomb: HACK HACK COUGH!

Leif: We should go before we make her faint...


[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Woah, look at all these Beemerangs!

Kabbu: She seems to have been working on the A.D.B.P. somewhat obsessively…

Leif: And she's not even done yet. Her work ethic is admirable, given her age…


[Spy Honeycomb]

Vi: I knew I'd seen her somewhere before!

Leif: She seems to have a bit of obsession with the A.D.B.P.

Kabbu: I thought it was A.B.D.P.

Vi: I already told you it's the Beemerang!


[After doing Tardigrade and key half talks with Hawk in the desert]

Honeycomb: Oh. Hawk is back. Wonderful. He said you helped him.

Vi: Yeah! Do we get a reward?

Honeycomb: No way! You already have my (stolen) prototype and want more?!

Vi: Ugh.

Kabbu: Come on, Vi. Helping is its ow-

Vi: "Its own reward". Yeah, I've heard it before!

Honeycomb: Hm. You're so ungrateful, but I actually DO have something for you.

Honeycomb: As long as you're willing to gather some more data for me. Take this.

Vi: Ugh, more data stuff? That's so boring!

Honeycomb: Just be grateful I let you keep the prototype at all! Now get out before I lose my patience!

Honeycomb: It's time for me to take Chomper Research to the next level!


[Spy Hawk]

Leif: There's something about Hawk we just can't describe…

Vi: Really? He's just a normal dude to me!

Kabbu: As normal as a scientist Moth working in a Beehive can be…

Leif: It must be our imagination...


Hawk: Thank you for your help at the desert.

Vi: No problem! Now for th-

Kabbu: It was nothing special, Hawk. Just doing our best.

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Hawk: I have a lot of data to analyze about the Roaches and the old world now.

Hawk: But the professor is already looking into something else.

Leif: What would it be?

Hawk: Something on those plant creatures in Golden Hills, the Chompers.

Hawk: They reproduce quickly through seeds. But what if we could somehow harness that seed without it hatching?

Hawk: They seem to sprout instantly when touching a hard surface, but it should be possible to extract them if treated carefully.

Leif: Good luck with that. We wouldn't know where to start looking.

Hawk: If you manage to find one, please bring it here. Although the professor's been trying her whole life…

Hawk: Is such a seed truly hiding in the Golden Path...?

Kabbu: We will keep it in mind, Hawk. Keep up the good work!


[talk again]

Hawk: Chompers seem to have a place where they congregate hidden somewhere in the hills.

Hawk: We haven't been able to explore it since they are so vicious, but maybe you'd have better luck.


[talk with chomper seed]

Hawk: ...! That's…

Hawk: You must show it to the professor right away!


[have chomper seed; goes from end of either Hawk returning or nothing else to do dialogue to:]

Honeycomb: ...Wait, what's THAT?!

Vi: Uh, what?

Honeycomb: THAT! HAND IT OVER!

[exit out]

Honeycomb: I KNOW you have a bioform on you! Just hand it over!

Honeycomb: HACK HACK COUGH!

Leif: ...What's a bioform?


[give something else]

Honeycomb: This is useless! Give me the BIOFORM!

Kabbu: C-calm down! What's a bioform!?


[give chomper seed, hawk not back]

Honeycomb: That seed! Could it be...?!

Honeycomb: If only Hawk was here we could examine it! He is still at the desert, what is taking him so long?! Go after him!


[give chomper seed, Hawk back]

Honeycomb: As I thought! That's a Chomper Seed!

Kabbu: Indeed. It was left behind by a Mother Chomper…

Honeycomb: Fascinating! Do you know how uncommon it is for seeds to not bloom immediately?

Honeycomb: Hawk! HAWK! Come here! Quick!

Hawk: Have I heard correctly? You actually found an unhatched Chomper Seed...?

Honeycomb: Indeed! With this, maybe…

Honeycomb: Yes, YES! Maybe we can make it work!

Vi: What? What will work?

Honeycomb: Shut it and watch! Come here!

Honeycomb: I've been preparing this for YEARS!

Honeycomb: In front of you, you see what I call a "Chomper VAT"!

Leif: That's just a huge chunk of glass.

Honeycomb: Hush! This place is just a compact environment where Chompers thrive.

Honeycomb: With this, we can plant that seed right here in the lab.

Kabbu: ...So you wish for a pet Chomper?

Honeycomb: Pet?! I don't have time for that! This is SCIENCE!

Hawk: If we can somehow study how the Chompers are born and their lifestyles outside of chomping bugs…

Hawk: It would help us understand them more, and maybe even pacify them in the future.

Vi: Sure...I really don't get how, though. Is it worth it?

Honeycomb: Just getting them to stop attacking travelers is a huge boon to bugdom!

Hawk: We can't study them without great risks. But here, we can observe them easily.

Leif: We do find Chompers cute. Here's hoping this works.

Honeycomb: That's what I like to hear! It's the moment of truth!

Honeycomb: Success! It lives... IT LIVES!

(minibubble) Leif: Aw...such a cutie.

Kabbu: I-Impressive! This Chomper looks a bit different though doesn't it?

Hawk: Hm. My guess is that this is…

Hawk: You said that you got this seed from a Mother Chomper?

Vi: Yeah. It was a super big, super strong mama Chomper!

Honeycomb: I can only assume that this small one was supposed to be the next in line for that position!

Hawk: Chompers do have a weird hierarchy system, but it isn't too far apart from how us bugs do it.

Hawk: They have their Mother, we have our Queen.

Kabbu: Maybe it's because she is still young, but she seems very peaceful.

Honeycomb: Hm...I suppose there is some sort of imprinting in this Chomper too. It doesn't seem like it will turn violent.

Honeycomb: You brought the seed here. Would you care to name it?

Leif: Really? Can we?

Hawk: It's only fair. We owe this incredible specimen to you.

Honeycomb: I'm bad with names, anyways...Go on! Name it!

Honeycomb: |string,9|? Are you sure?

Honeycomb: Very well! Now I have another favor to ask you…

Vi: Ugh. You're gonna have to start paying!

Honeycomb: This task IS the payment!

Honeycomb: I want you to go out in the field with this Chomper and gather data on their behaviors.

Vi: How's that a reward!? You want us to babysit a dangerous MONSTER!

Leif: ...Don't call it a monster.

Hawk: She seems to have taken a liking to you three, and should be mostly harmless.

Hawk: Maybe if she lives alongside bugs, she could grow to become a peaceful Mother Chomper.

Leif: We don't even care if you don't agree, Vi. We're doing it. It's too cute to leave here.

Vi: ...Fine. I guess it IS a bit cute!

Kabbu: Isn't it!? I cannot wait to share stories with it!

Honeycomb: It's settled! Come on over and take her out for a walk when you can.

Honeycomb: Just bring her back into the VAT whenever, too.

Kabbu: Count on us, Professor. We will ensure a bright future for this Chomper!

Hawk: Treat |string,9| carefully… It's quickly earned my love.


Honeycomb: Take good care of that Chomper! We can't afford having to find another one!

Leif: You don't need to say it twice, we will protect her with all we got.


Hawk: |string,9| seems to really have taken a liking to you. Please watch over her.

Hawk: If you're interested, I can change the name that you call her by. Would you like to change it?

Textbox: Yes

No

Hawk: Alright. Take care of her.


[examine vat, after getting chompy]

[chompy with you]

Textbox: Leave |string,9| here?

Textbox: Yes

No


[chompy in vat, no ribbons]

Textbox: Take |string,9| with you?

Textbox: Yes

No


[chompy in vat, have at least one ribbon]

Textbox: What will you do with |string,9|?

Textbox: Take With You

Give Ribbon/Take Ribbon

Do Nothing


[chompy left in other location]

Textbox: You left |string,9| somewhere else!



7. Entrance to Factory

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: We're... We're so high up. No fence, nothing...!

Leif: Just keep looking straight, Kabbu. It's not a long bridge.

Kabbu: Ngh... So high up...

Vi: Look. If you fall, I'll catch you, okay? Just get moving!

Kabbu: Vi...! ...Very well. I won't give up. Let's go!


[pre-talking to the queen]

Guard: Do you have a tour scheduled? No civilians or tourists allowed otherwise.

(minibubble) Vi: Ugh.


Common bee guard spy


[Story, walking across after the meeting with the queen]

Vi: Wait!

Kabbu: W-WHAT IS IT!? TEAM, DON'T FALL DOWN!

Vi: Oi! Calm down!

Leif: A bridge's not the best place for sudden outbursts.

Vi: Look. Everything in the Factory's super expensive! And they don't let you leave mid-tour!

Kabbu: I see...We should shop beforehand, then?

Vi: Yup! Let's save some berries!

Leif: Or we could spend a little not to have to go all the way back...


Guard: Ah, the Queen's allowed you in. Go on ahead.


[Story, exiting factory post-chapter 3]

Kabbu: It's relieving to get out, isn't it? And nobody got hurt!

Vi: Mhm…

Leif: Something on your mind?

Vi: Kinda. Malbee and the Overseer never really approved of me... But they changed their mind!

Vi: So, I dunno. Maybe I CAN fix stuff with my sister!

Kabbu: Vi, you've mentioned her before, but what kind of bee is she?

Vi: Her name's Jaune. She's a painter in the Hive! We got into a really bad fight…

Leif: The crisis is over. We won't complain about a small detour, but it's up to you.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Indeed!

Vi: ...Thanks. I'll think about it. I'll drop by when I feel it's right!


8. Throne Room

[Story, first entry]

Guard: My Queen, the Ant Kingdom's explorers have arrived. The doctor's here, as well.

Bianca: Oh! Adorable, aren't they? Welcome!

Bianca: I hope the Hive has shown great hospitality and kindness towards you.

Kabbu: Y-Yes! We are grateful, Que-

Mothiva: Oh, most respected Queen! Your words humble our heart - we are truly blessed to be in your presence!

(minibubble) Zasp: (Mothiva... Don't overdo it.)

(minibubble) Mothiva: (Shut up!)

Vi: Uh, yeah. It's nice to be back…

Bianca: Vi! Is that you? You have grown so beautifully into a fine bee!

Vi: U-Um…

Bianca: We have heard of your exploits here. You have brought pleasant surprises to my days.

Kabbu: That's great, Vi!

Vi: T-Thank you, Queen.

(minibubble) Mothiva: (Grr!!!)

Eri: The Hive is wonderful! Makes me wish I was a bee!

Bianca: Ahaha! Now, now. We all have our wonderful place in this world.

(minibubble) Leif: (This Queen is something else. If only ours took note...)

Bianca: But now, the time for pleasantries is over. If you don't mind, let us get to the matter at hand.

Bianca: H.B.?

H.B.: Yes, my Queen.

Bianca: As we all know, the graceful Ant Queen has made a heavy request of our kind.

Bianca: The core of the Honey Factory, which we owe this great kingdom to, has turned out to be an artifact.

Bianca: Under normal circumstances, we would have to deny even the Queen her request.

Bianca: However, she has provided us with all we need to build a new core.

Gen: R-Right! Kina should have delivered them to the factory already…

H.B.: Fufufu... Yes, I have gone there and gave a quick examination.

H.B.: With my incredible intellect, I can quickly create a suitable replacement. All due to these materials' incredible quality!

Bianca: It's quite a simple ordeal, isn't it? Almost feels like we've gone through a bit too many formalities…

Mothiva: Never, Your Majesty! There is no request we would not acquiesce for thee!

(minibubble) Vi: Ac-squeeze?

Bianca: Ahaha! If you are true of your word, that would make me most happy.

Bianca: For I would like to invite you to accompany the doctor to the Honey Factory, and witness this pivotal exchange.

Bianca: You are not obligated to go, but it would warm our heart if you did…

Mothiva: Yes. YES!

Eri: Sure thing! We would love to see even more of the kingdom!

Leif: Yes. For one, seeing honey being produced sounds delicious.

Kabbu: Leif, you are not to eat any of it!

(minibubble) Leif: (Aww...)

Vi: Um, thanks. We'll go.

Bianca: Vi…

Vi: Q-Queen?

Bianca: Contrary to what I believed, it seems the outside world did you some good.

Bianca: You look so grown up! Your team has my thanks.

Kabbu: Ah! Um, you're welcome, Queen.

Vi: I...I haven't changed at all. I'm the same Vi!

Bianca: Ahaha... A mother knows best. Maybe you've yet to notice.

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Mothiva: W-Well! Shall we go?

Guard: The Queen is speaking! Shut your mouth!

(minibubble) Mothiva: E-Eep!

Bianca: No need to be so ruthless, my dear guard. Ahaha!

Bianca: But you are indeed free to go unto the factory. It's to the west of my throne's entrance.

Bianca: Vi, please take care of everyone as they explore. As sure as I am that there will be no issues.

Vi: ...Yeah. I will. You can count on me!

Guard: Dismissed!

Mothiva: Sigh...Let's go, Zasp.

Zasp: About time.

H.B.: Now, teams. I still have to pick up some tools. We'll meet up there.

H.B.: Don't let the wind blow you off the bridge!

Kabbu: Geez, Vi. You made bees seem so mean! When you have a graceful Queen like that!

Leif: Even we are disarmed by her words. They remind us of Elizant.

Vi: ...I was mad at everyone, okay?

Leif: Even so, you shouldn't have badmouthed them.

Vi: Fine. I'm sorry, okay!? And I'll, uh...I'll fix stuff. Slowly. Can we just do the mission?

Kabbu: Heheheh. Alright. Let's go, team.


[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: This throne room is so pleasant, and the smell is fantastic!

Vi: That's what a bunch of honey and flowers will do to any place, really.

Leif: The Queen's demeanor also lightens up the mood. Shame we're here for business.

Vi: Eh...I'm sure I can get you both back in.

Leif: Oh? You're willing to come back?

Vi: ...Let's go!


[Spy Bianca]

Kabbu: Say, Vi. The Queen mentioned a mother knowing best…

Vi: Just a bee thing, really.

Leif: Do you think of the Queen as your mother?

Vi: Not really... She's the Queen before anything else.

Kabbu: I'm sure she does think of you as her daughter, though.

Vi: Dunno... Everyone's her daughter to her. Does it make anyone special then?

Leif: That's another way of thinking about it…

Vi: You two are overthinking this! Let's get going already!


[before the lockdown]

Bianca: The way to the factory is just outside, you can't miss it.

Bianca: Please enjoy your visit!


Guard: You heard the Queen! Head to the factory! It is through the west exit.


[post-ch 3]

Guard: A Code 32!? Were we under attack!?


Guard: I heard about the shutdown. I apologize in behalf of the Bee Kingdom! This will never happen again!

Leif: Um, no problem. What a passionate response...


[Quest: Power Plant Investigation]

Bianca: Excuse me!? How could you let this happen!?

Guard: I-I don't know, my Queen…

Guard: Reports say that something went wrong at the Power Plant, which caused the Code 32 lockdown!

Bianca: And you found nothing in the Power Plant? Are you certain you looked through EVERYTHING?

Guard: Y-yes, Your Majesty.

Bianca: To think our honored guests were endangered! This must not happen again. Please do see to that.

Guard: We will continue our investigation with double the troops!

Bianca: You should have given it your all from the start!

Guard: S-sorry, my Queen...


[Talk again]

Bianca: Ah, Vi. I humbly commend you for your service at the Factory.

Vi: It was no problem!

Bianca: I hope that this incident doesn't make you dread coming home again…

Vi: N-no. Seriously, it's super fine!

Bianca: Oh hoho! I'm glad, Vi. ...I hope you can reconcile with everyone soon.

Vi: Y-yeah. I'm uh, working on it. Gotta go!


[talk again]

Guard: What could have happened at the Power Plant...?


[quest finished]

Guard: One Midge caused all of that? Well, I'll be…


Guard: Thank you! Thank you SO MUCH! We can never repay you!

Leif: Um, no problem. What a passionate response...

[end of quest dialogue]


[postgame]

Aebees: D-Don't mess with the queen, okay? Or you'll answer to me!


[Spy Aebees]

Vi: I don't remember her ever being so...uh, meek. Meek's the word.

Kabbu: Something quite traumatic must've occurred.

Leif: Well, she's still willing to keep going. That's worth respect.


Bianca: Vi...I knew since you were born you'd do something incredible.

Bianca: Your path may have been unconventional, but I am proud of you.

Vi: M-Mom...! You helped us out too!


9. Jaune’s Gallery

[Overworld Spy, before first talk]

Vi: C-Can we go?

Leif: Something wrong?

Vi: I just...don't wanna be here... Sigh.


[Spy Jaune, initial]

Kabbu: So this is Vi's sister…

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Leif: All bees are sisters, aren't they?

Kabbu: Well, yes. But even in a huge colony, some get more attached to others.

Leif: We guess so. No point in thinking about it too much.


[First talk]

Jaune: ...So you've finally come crawling back.

Vi: ...Jaune.

Kabbu: Miss, we-

Leif: Let's give the two of them some space, Kabbu.

(minibubble) Kabbu: O-Okay.

Jaune: What do you want? I'm busy. The Queen's commissioned me for a birthday piece.

Jaune: That horrendous art you hate so much is doing quite well!

Vi: T-That's uh, really cool. My team and I had this cool mission at the factory.

Jaune: The factory? You're the one who solved the lockdown? N-Not that I'm impressed.

Jaune: So you managed to squeeze your way into an exploration team. Color me shocked.

Jaune: Didn't expect it from such a petite child.

Vi: You're still gonna treat me like a kid!?

Jaune: Yes! If only I was crass enough to treat you with half the disrespect you've shown me your whole life!

Vi: I came to say sorry, but you're making it really hard!

Jaune: I do not want your empty apologies! You seem to be doing quite well anyways, ain't you?

Jaune: Just go. Play with your team or whatever. I've got my issues to solve.

Vi: S-Seriously? You're kicking me out!? I'm saying sorry!

Jaune: I've got to finish this piece, but I can't find any red paint.

Jaune: That's all I can afford to worry about now. I certainly can't waste my time…

Jaune: With a mean, greedy, selfish child like you!

Vi: FINE! YOU'RE DUMB ANYWAYS! I was even gonna say your art got better!

Jaune: You've said enough about my art for a lifetime, Vi. Just leave me alone!

Kabbu: T-This isn't going well…

Vi: WE'RE LEAVING.

Leif: Vi…

Vi: NOW!


[Overworld Spy, after first talk and before getting paint]

Vi: Let's go. No point coming back until we've got the paint...


[before getting paint]

Jaune: Shoo! I'm busy! Go play with your team or something!


[walk in, after getting paint]

Vi: Can you two wait here?

Leif: Are you sure you don't need backup?

Kabbu: We've got your back!

Vi: It's ok. I think I gotta do it myself. Just wait a bit!

Jaune: Vi! I didn't expect you to come back…

Jaune: It seems I wasn't clear enough during our last exchange!

Jaune: You've hurt me deeply, I'm busy, and someone uncaring like yo-

Jaune: Mother of all bees! That's...

Vi: Some super premium, Golden Settlement red paint!

Jaune: You've gone and gotten it to rub your riches in my face!?

Vi: Nope. Just gonna leave it here.

Vi: I'm sorry, Jaune. I hope your painting comes out good.

Vi: I'll get going now...

Jaune: Wait just one moment!

Vi: Y-Yeah?

Jaune: Red paint is off season, and hugely requested as it is.

Jaune: I know you didn't just walk into a store for it…

Jaune: Why make an effort after I've gone and shouted at you?

Vi: I woulda done it faster if you'd been nice and asked!

Jaune: …

Vi: I AM sorry I said you draw like a weevil. And all the other stuff.

Vi: You weren't believing me, so I had to go EVERYWHERE for the darn paint!

Jaune: Violet…

Vi: B-But if I can say something, you were mean to me too!

Vi: I had dreams and you stomped over them!

Vi: I'm doing great! I've gone to many places and beat up huge monsters!

Vi: If...if you had any faith in me I could've done it sooner!

Jaune: I…

Jaune: .......

Jaune: I was quite inconsiderate, wasn't I? My little sister…

Jaune: Please forgive me.

Vi: Only if you forgive me back!

Jaune: ...It's settled then. Welcome home.

Vi: Jaune!

Jaune: I missed you... But I felt if I let things slide it wouldn't be right.

Vi: I don't wanna be a jerk, but I didn't miss the Hive at all.

Vi: ...I did miss you just a little bit.

Jaune: Could you step out with your friends for a few minutes?

Jaune: There's something I've got to finish. And that I want to show you.

Vi: Oh, uh. Okay. I'll go tell them!


[reenter room]

Jaune: Welcome! It's good to see you all again.

Kabbu: Um yes. Let us leave last time behind us.

(minibubble) Leif: Pleased.

Vi: What's the thing you were finishing? The Queen's present?

Jaune: Not at all. This one will make her painting look dull.

Jaune: I've had this project for a long time, but not the heart to finish it…

Jaune: I'm grateful I get to show it to you.

Vi: Stop hyping it up! I wanna see it!

Jaune: Hehehe. Oh, what a great audience! Get ready!

Jaune: I call this... "A Bond Thicker Than Honey"!

(minibubble) Leif: ...A-Aww...

(minibubble) Kabbu: S-sniff...!

Jaune: Hohoho! Its beauty moves you to tears!

Vi: Jaune...

Vi: You're really the best artist in the Hive!

Jaune: And you its best explorer!

Jaune: Let's not fight again, alright?

Vi: Never!

Textbox: Vi can now use the Sharing Stash skill in battle!


[Overworld Spy, post-quest]

Kabbu: All's well that ends well!

Leif: You did it, Vi. We're extra happy for you.

Vi: Heheheh. It was worth every berry!


Jaune: Hey, Vi. I AM a bit busy with the Queen's Gift, but...If you want, you can all rest here!

Textbox: Thanks!

No Thanks!

[Thanks!]

Jaune: Just make sure not to knock anything over!


[No Thanks!]

Jaune: Alright. Stay as long as you want, if you wish to see me working!


[Spy Jaune, post-quest]

Vi: So...yeah. Jaune's my sis.

Leif: All bees are sisters, aren't they?

Vi: Well, yeah. But I grew up with her! So we're special sisters!

Kabbu: In a way, it seems bees do choose their family...