Literally everything. you're welcome

Kabbu: Ahh, the land of Bugaria.

A peaceful, prosperous place where many adventurous bugs gather.

Although, it wasn't always that way...

Lured by the promise of riches and lush fields, a young Queen visited these lands many moons ago.

Together with her daughters and fellow ant servants, she established Bugaria's modest first settlement.

Her people were happy, the Ant Kingdom flourished... And yet, the Queen's dream had still not been fulfilled.

For she had heard of an ancient people, who safeguarded a treasure of unbelievable power. It was none other than...

The Everlasting Sapling! A plant which would grant unending youth and strength to any who ate even one of its leaves!

She searched, and searched...and searched...

Alas, she never found it.

She entrusted her dream to the princess, before falling into a hard-earned sleep.

Determined to succeed where her mother did not, the new Queen rallied the people together under her cause.

Opening the doors of the kingdom to bugs of all shapes and kinds, she attracted ambitious and skilled adventurers!

Her decree was loud and clear: "Find me the Everlasting Sapling, and you shall know wealth like no other bug ever has!"

With this, The Explorers' Association was founded, with its many members searching across the kingdom for clues and treasure.

Even though to this day, the sapling has not been found. But every bug dreams of one day claiming it for themselves...

Ant Kingdom

1. Main Plaza

[Story first time walking in]

Eetl: Alright, everyone. The palace is through that gate ahead.

(minibubble) Leif: (It's… the same… ...but different… Even the walls look older...)

Vi: Let's hurry it up, then! It's big reward time!

Kabbu: Ready to go, Leif? You seem a bit pale.

Leif: You don't need to worry. Let's go...

[Overworld Spy with Eetl/Maki]

Kabbu: Ah, the Ant Kingdom's main pla-

Eetl/Maki: We mustn't keep the Queen waiting.

Kabbu: …

[trying to walk to either side district with Eetl]

Eetl: No time for that! We have to head to the castle!

[Spy Ant Guard, with Eetl/Maki]

Kabbu: Eetl: No time for that! We have to head to the castle!

[read ant statue or inn founder picture with Eetl/Maki]

Kabbu: We can check this out later. Let's hurry to the castle.

[talk to the innkeeper with Maki/Eetl]

Eetl/Maki: We mustn't keep the Queen waiting.

M.M.: Oooh! Visitors! Are you interested in the plays at the theater?

Eetl: No time. Let's head to the castle for now!

[trying to walk back through area with Maki]

Maki: Where are you going? The Queen is waiting for us.

Ann: I wish I could just make Fry cook Honey for dinner every night…

Leif: Mmm. Agreed. Maybe we should give him two honey drops instead of one.

Vi: D-Don't do that! It's dangerous!

Kabbu: What harm could some more honey do?

Vi: Look. Don't ask me. Just don't do it.

[Spy Ann]

Kabbu: Oh, Ann! She grows every time I see her!

Kabbu: She's such a great bug - she listens to all my stories without complaining!

Leif: That sounded really sad.

Vi: We're not being...too mean to Kabbu, are we?

Pillbug: Pibuu!

[Spy Pillbug]

Kabbu: This is a Pillbug.

Kabbu: Its tiny, round and docile nature makes it a very popular pet.

Leif: A pet, huh…

Kabbu: Pillbugs are also obedient, and simply adorable!

Leif: Maybe we could…

Vi: Don't even think about it. We're not getting one!

Tod: Hey! You're explorers, right? That's so cool! Someday, I want to be an explorer too!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Adorable!

[Spy Tod]

Vi: Tod's growing big and strong!

Kabbu: He's such an adorable kid!

Leif: So small. To think we looked like that, once.

Kabbu: You must've been cute as a baby, Leif.

(minibubble) Vi: I'm not walking into this one. I must preserve my cute baby image!

Kabbu: I can easily imagine a small, grumpy, sleepy Leif.

Leif: ...And you must have been a chubby whiner, Kabbu.

[Quest: Lost Toy]

Leif: You're Tod, right? We've taken your request.

Tod: Really!? Did you find my ball in the tunnel!?

[Talking post-quest]

Leif: Now, stay out of trouble. Don't worry your mother.

Tod: I promise... Thanks again!

Kabbu: Heheh. What a nice kid.

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[Talking post-quest]

Leif: Now, stay out of trouble. Don't worry your mother.

Tod: I promise... Thanks again!

Kabbu: Heheh. What a nice kid.

Janet: Hey, wanna hear something neat? If you hold down |button,6|, you can scroll through some menus faster!

[Spy Janet]

Kabbu: This Ant...I've never seen her before!

Kabbu: Or maybe I have? She seems to have no characteristics to make her stand out.

Leif: How tactful.

Vi: That's Janet, Kabbu. Remember?

Kabbu: By the holy spikes of Venus! I forgot Janet!

Leif: So cruel, Kabbu. So cruel.

Kabbu: I...I must go apologize...

Ant Guard: It's a good day. Let's keep it that way.

[Spy Guard]

Vi: I think this is Ant Guard...seven?

Vi: Ant Guard number four used to occupy this post, but management must have switched them around.

Kabbu: She probably won't have an issue with us, well behaved as most of us are.

Vi: I heard that!

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: Ah, the Ant Kingdom's main plaza. It greets both tourists and citizens alike.

Kabbu: It is the bridge between the commercial area, the castle and the residential area.

Kabbu: To top it off, it has many historical points such as the Inn, the Theatre and the founder statue.

Leif: Kabbu, you should look into the tour guide business.

[story, ch2 walking out from palace]

Leif: Sorry about that.

Kabbu: Heheh! Well now… Leif, after all you've gone through, you must be famished!

Vi: ...Welp, he ain't the only one!

Kabbu: We should grab something to eat.

Leif: Yeah. It would also be a good time to prepare for the trip, would it not?

Vi: Yup! And the commercial area is right over there!

Kabbu: Indeed, and it's got it all! Medals, Items, and even a Chef!

Leif: With all that's been going on, a little shopping wouldn't be the worst.

Vi: Just go easy on the budget.

Vi: Anyways, let's go hit up Fry for some food!

[Trying to leave town]

Leif: ...Please. We need to eat.

Innkeeper: Oh...customers. Welcome…

Innkeeper: If you want to sleep here tonight, it's 3 berries a bug. So uh...9 berries? Got that much?

Textbox: Stay here.

Maybe later.

[Spy Innkeeper]

Kabbu: Ah, that is the Innkeeper. The 7th owner of this inn!

Leif: This place has seen better days. Our support would do some good.

[examine founder portrait, first time]

Leif: Ah, the inn founders.

Kabbu: Indeed. We owe these cozy beds to them.

Kabbu: They'll be happy to know that every new owner took care of the inn with equal passion.

Leif: Say, why do you think that is?

Leif: How they could work just as hard for something they didn't create?

Kabbu: If you ask me, I think it's not about being the founders.

Kabbu: They probably shared the same ideals, that's all.

Vi: You two are getting all sappy. Sounds like nap time!

Kabbu: Yawn ... Maybe I am a bit tired…

Leif: Shall we call it a night?

[examine again]

Textbox: A portrait of the inn's founders.

[First time talking]

Vi: Hey, Utter! Got any quests for me?

Utter: Why, yes I do! Looking for the quick and dirty ones, ain't ya Vi?

Kabbu: We would like to see any and all available ones, if possible.

Vi: Ugh, those are almost never worth it.

Kabbu: Nonsense, Vi. Helping others is its own reward.

Leif: Oh. How noble... It's moving, really. Kinda.

Utter: Alright! I will make all quests available for you lot.

Vi: Well... Here's hoping for good rewards!

[new quests]

Utter: Check it out, there are some new quests available for you.

[no new quests]

Utter: No new quests right now. I'll keep you posted!

Utter: Anything else I can help you with?

Textbox: Nothing, thanks.

We want to take all open quests.

[pick individual quest off board]

Utter: Gonna take that one, huh?

Textbox: Yeah

On second thought...

[Spy Utter]

Kabbu: Utter helps with the Notice Board.

Kabbu: He makes sure to keep the board in pristine shape, and to alert others of new posts.

Kabbu: I hear sometimes he helps out people himself!

Leif: Seems like an outstanding citizen. Vi could learn a thing or two.

Vi: I'm as outstanding as it gets!

[Spy Samira, before talking]

Kabbu: I...I don't know who this bug is. But she seems very distressed, so we should speak to her.

[First talk]

Samira: Sob... Sob...

Kabbu: Excuse us, fine lady. Is everything alright?

Samira: No! N-no , it's not. I've been trying to play in the theater for so long…

Samira: And I felt like I could f-finally do it... But now Mothiva's so popular...they only want her.

Samira: They said I'd never be as good as her... And now I don't know what to do, or how to make money.

Vi: So what? If someone says you can't do something…

Vi: You prove them wrong! And they'll beg for forgiveness!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi!

Vi: If you enjoy it...just play! Just do what you can! Who needs that dumb theater!?

Samira: Y-You're right!

Samira: I just need to get fans of my own! Um...I'm hoping you'll be my first!

Samira: If there's any songs you like, I can play them for you. P-please bring berries and come hear me play soon!

Kabbu: Vi, that was fantastic!

Leif: You being so uplifting... We must say we're surprised.

Vi: I was just being honest! You don't have to make such a big deal about it!

Kabbu: I assure you you've made a big difference today!

Vi: Yeah, whatever...It's all up to her now, you know?

Leif: She'll be fine. Let us drop by later and see what she can do.

[Spy Samira, post-talking]

Vi: Samira's been doing good.

Leif: We do pay well.

Vi: Geez, it's not just that. Other bugs come to hear her play too!

Kabbu: Heh. I hope she gets a big following soon.

Samira

[Quest: Inn Review Required]

Innkeeper: Oh, customers... Welcome.

Vi: Heya. We've come to write a review!

Innkeeper: Oh, by the Queen! Really? I am so glad you've come!

Leif: Be glad after the review.

Innkeeper: Our standard fare is 3 berries a night.

Innkeeper: So for you three, that would be 9 berries - with a free Honey Drop on the house!

Innkeeper: But since you're writing a review for the Inn, you can stay here for free tonight.

Vi: For free? I won't complain, but…

Leif: Trying to bribe us already, huh.

Innkeeper: O-oh, um…

Kabbu: Worry not, Innkeeper. We will accept your generous offer.

Kabbu: Please make sure we have the same experience as all your guests.

Kabbu: And we will keep the price of stay in mind for our review.

Innkeeper: Phew. Alright, then. Your room is upstairs. I hope you'll have a lovely night!

Leif: We hope so, too.

Innkeeper: Please come talk to me when you wake up, so I can get your review.

[Talk after waking]

Innkeeper: G-Good morning! Did you sleep well?

(minibubble) Vi: Hmmm...

(minibubble) Kabbu: Hmmm...

(minibubble) Leif: Hmmm...

Innkeeper: Gulp...

Vi: I slept pretty well. The Honey Drop you left was great!

Leif: We haven't had a bed so cozy in years. Or any bed, really. It was good.

Kabbu: It...it was great, yes.

(minibubble) Kabbu: (M-My bed hurt my back...)

Innkeeper: Alright! Service's still got it! I needed the confidence boost...

Vi: You're great! I can't wait to come again!

(minibubble) Leif: Mhm.

Innkeeper: Heheh. Come back anytime!

Kabbu: Y-yes... Of course...

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[examine statue, first time]

Leif: The first settler's statue... It's nice to see this hasn't changed. Got a nice coat of paint, too.

Vi: Hmm, isn't it weird? I heard the Queen led everyone here.

Vi: How come she didn't make a statue of herself?

Kabbu: Apparently, the Queen was heading in a different direction when this ant got lost.

Kabbu: Rather than abandoning it, she decided to return with her people to find the ant.

Kabbu: When they finally regrouped... They were standing in this very soil.

Vi: Huh. So this whole town was built thanks to a clumsy ant?

Leif: Life works in mysterious ways.

Kabbu: The first Queen was extremely humble. Even if that ant hadn't gotten lost…

Kabbu: I'm sure she would have wanted this statue. It resonates with the people.

Vi: Meh. When I rule the world, every street will have my cute face in it!

Leif: ...Goodbye, Your Majesty.

[subsequent examinations]

Textbox: The statue of the First Settler. "The Ant we thank for discovering this land."

[examine box bed in house, after getting chompy]

[chompy with you]

Textbox: Leave |string,9| here?

Textbox: Yes

No

[chompy in bed, no ribbons]

Textbox: Take |string,9| with you?

Textbox: Yes

No

[chompy in bed, 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!

[first wasp invasion]

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Everything is…

Kabbu: Come, Vi! We must press on!

Mothiva: This is MY stage! How dare you even get near it!?

Wasp Trooper: You dare oppose us!?

Zasp: Don't underestimate him, Mothiva!

(minibubble) Mothiva: I know!

[after invasion]

Guard: ...I hope the statue gets fixed soon. It's depressing to look at...

Miner Ant: Looks like the city is already mostly back to normal. We still have a lot of work to do, though.

[Quest: Vi’s Request]

Ann: Hey Kabs! You've been out.

Kabbu: I'm sorry Ann, I don't get to babysit you much anymore do I?

Vi: I can't imagine Kabbu babysitting!

Leif: We can. Oh we can.

Ann: Look at this cool thing I bought! I saved up all my allowance!

Kabbu: What an adorable souvenir! It carries the warmth of the Ant Kingdom!

Vi: ...…

Leif: ...…

Kabbu: Hm?

Kabbu: ...! W-Wait, you two can't be-

Leif: That's a pretty cool toy. You wouldn't uh. Sell it back, right?

Ann: What? No. It was the last one in the shop!

Vi: W-What if we got you a cooler toy!?

Ann: Kabs, your friends are weird.

Kabbu: Please excuse them. They, um, really need it.

Ann: The only place that makes cooler toys is Metal Island.

Ann: No way I could ever afford going there...

Vi: Ugh. That's where the boat at the ferry takes you to, right?

[subsequent talks before getting toy]

Ann: The only place that makes cooler toys is Metal Island.

Ann: No way I could ever afford going there…

[have toy]

Ann: Huh? You found a super cool toy?

[subsequent talks]

Ann: This toy is awesome! Thank you very much!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Story, ch5, returning from Wasp Kingdom]

Vi: ...Town looks more than fine… Did that poser lie to us!?

Maki: No. I can feel something is off. We must hurry to the Queen.

Vanessa: I shall accompany you. I do wish to talk to the Queen about the situation as well.

Maki: Yes, I shall escort you.

Maki: Team Snakemouth, please join us whenever you are ready.

Miner Ant: Hey...do you feel that?

Ant: ...I-I need to go back to the castle... Something weird is happening.

Janet: Ahh...everyone's so on edge now.

Janet: I should've moved near the Golden Path Tunnel, like that hermit…

Ant Guard: ...I have this uneasy feeling…

Guard: Something bad is going to happen.

[ch6]

Ant Guard: So the Wasps attacked again!?

Guard: Well, at least this time the city wasn't destroyed...

[after getting submarine to Bugaria Pier]

Tiver: I can feel it! The potential for this small inn to become a grand hotel!

Tiver: So many things to invest in first, though...

[Spy Tiver]

Leif: It's one of the Termites that sailed in with us.

Kabbu: Seems like he has taken a liking to the inn! Business must be getting better.

Vi: Hm...He looks rich doesn't he? I figured he'd want a fancier place!

Leif: It's not like there's anywhere else to stay...

[after doing Spy Cards Tournament]

Janet: Hey, Leif. Hope we get to play again sometime.

[Spy Janet]

Leif: Janet's power was not something we anticipated.

Vi: She's gotta be mad rich to get to the tournament, too…

Kabbu: Even the most humble looking can hide such surprises!

[Ending, Story]

Leif: The Queen's gone all out with this celebration, has she not?

Kabbu: It's great to see such a joyous mood in town!

Vi: Heheh. All we've gotta do is go get our super reward!

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: ...We did it.

Leif: Frankly, it's a bit surreal.

Vi: It was a super, super long mission…

Vi: But we saved everyone! Heheh, being famous too doesn't hurt!

[try and walk out]

Leif: And miss the party? No way we'd leave now.

[Spy anyone]

Vi: Woah! Everybody's here!

Leif: Many of the people we helped are here…

Vi: It's pretty nice, huh.

Kabbu: This is what I meant, Vi. Helping others truly becomes a reward!

Eophi: Thank you for making Bugaria a safe place!

Mun: Team Snakemouth! You inspire me to be super brave!

Ann: Hey! Thank you for everything! Let's enjoy the party!

(minibubble) Pillbug: Pibuu!

Layna: Heheh. Nero's having tons of fun! This is a splendid final stop!

(minibubble) Nero: Nibuu!

Cerise: Uncle Iron Seed! I was told there was a party for the strongest…

Cerise: But Tanjy's not here! And he's the strongest bug I know!

Kabbu: ...…

Leif: Let it go, Kabbu.

Amber: I've been storing a special item for you...my super big thanks!

Crisbee: Wow! You two are my idols!

Kut: Naturally. Word of my skill was sure to spread.

Fry: Hahahaha! Kut, you must polish your social skills, too!

Samira: T-Thanks for always encouraging me! I hope my songs helped you too!

Eetl: I...I'm so glad you're fine!

Vi: You worry way too much!

M.M.: No one's going to watch a play on such a MONUMENTAL day!

M.M.: I shall sit back and enjoy the show from backstage this once.

Anna: Wow... The Ant Kingdom is beautiful!

Ven: Traveling the sands is safe now, thanks to Team Snakemouth!

Utter: Hey, don't worry about the quests today! Have fun!

Terrie: Wow, you didn't tell me you were a real super hero!

Terrie’s sister: Hehehe...She's so happy now. I thank you, once more.

Janet: Phew. I'm just glad life's gonna go on as usual...

Chuck: You young'uns did it! You've come so far!

Kabbu: Hehe. Thanks, Chuck! Enjoy the feast!

Madame Butterfly: I've gone out of stock! There's too many visitors!

Merab: Hahaha! That's a good problem to have, ain't it?

Merab: Thanks for your patronage too, Team Snakemouth.

Beette: You took good care of the place, Vi. And of our land. Thanks!

Vi: Heheh. It was nothing!

Chubee: Everyone! I'll run off to the palace ceremony soon.

Chubee: I just wanted to be the first to say you're awesome!

Vi: Aww…

Kabbu: Thank you, Chubee!

Leif: You're awesome, too.

Tangy: Oi. There was a party for the strongest, right?

Tangy: Nothing here, though!

[Spy Tangy]

Vi: Oi! Get out of our house!

Astotheles: You can keep a secret, can't you?

Kabbu: ...Just this once.

Futes: Being in prison was hard...I'm gonna sleep for 3 months after this.

(minibubble) Poppy: Poppy!

(minibubble) Effo: Effo!

Comfy: Hah. All these? Just a few contracts I brought from work. For fun!

Soto: Look, I'm your fan. Got lots of leisure time, too.

Soto: But this party's making me late for breakfast…

Soto: ... What do you mean it's lunch time!?

Genow: You're my heroes! Won't you sign my scarf?

Mar: Seems I missed a ton while traveling. I'm Mar. Thanks for protecting my hometown.

Oma: So sleepy...so hungry...zzz...

Tristan: Yer m-my he- *burp* HEROES so uh…

Tristan: I wrote you a s- *burp* song! CHECK THIS O- *burp*

Tristan: ... *burp*

Jayde: I knew the Bug Rangers would save us! Oh my gosh!

Leif: Err, thanks for believing in us.

Jayde: You've gotta have some party stew later!

Alex: You travelled the seas to defeat the enemy? You're brave...or nuts!

Carmina: Nothing like a ceremonial duel!

Shay: Heh. Shame Arie couldn't make it...

Tiver: I've never seen such variety of bugs! What an opportunity to market the Termacade!

Innkeeper: Today's gonna be such a business boom! Thanks for all your patronage!

Doppel: I overheard some guards...It seems our kind may walk this land again soon.

Rob: I'm...so relieved…

Bub: Seeing the world was great, but nothing beats coming home.

Yatana’s brother: Whoops, I left my lunch…

Yatana: *Sigh* ...It's fine. They're handing out food later.

Ant Guard: After both invasions, I'm glad to see the peace.

[postgame]

[Quest: Kabbu’s Request]

Vi: Heheheh...We're the best!

Leif: Don't let the praise get to your head, Vi.

Kabbu: Team...thank you once more.

Vi: You've said thanks like a billion times already, stop!

Kabbu: Err, right. Sorry.…

Leif: You don't have to say sorry either.

Kabbu: Alright, fine! I'm coming out and saying it then! I have a request!

Leif: What's up?

Kabbu: Last time we visited the Wild Swamplands it was, um, most unpleasant.

(minibubble) Vi: Yeah...

Kabbu: B-But could we go there once more?

(minibubble) Vi: HUH!?

(minibubble) Leif: Huh?

Kabbu: I would like to...visit my friends.

Kabbu: And to let them know of our triumph.

Vi: ...Alright. Yeah. We can do that!

Leif: Count on it, Kabbu.

Kabbu: Do you two have any requests as well?

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[all quests taken]

Utter: No new quests! ...And there haven't been any for a while. You helped a lot of bugs, huh?

Utter: Make sure to let Eetl know!

2. Theater

[Overworld spy]

Leif: Ain't this place fancy.

Vi: A bit too fancy. It's straight out of the Bee Kingdom. Yuck.

Kabbu: You know, Vi... for someone who cares so much for treasure, you dislike most high-class establishments.

Vi: It's just too pretentious! Use money to eat good food, or go on a trip!

Vi: I hate when bugs use money just to look important!

Leif: Ah, Vi. You're not too bad after all.

Vi: What's that "after all" supposed to mean?

Kabbu: Just take the compliment, Vi. Just take it.

[Spy Fuzzo]

Kabbu: Fuzzo's part of the traveling caravan that comes through Bugaria.

Vi: What's he doing here anyway?

Leif: This place will fill up with fancy folk. Maybe he is selling expensive items.

Kabbu: We should speak to him, perhaps he has something of use.

[First talk]

Fuzzo: Heh. You look like smart bugs.

Leif: Some of us are.

Kabbu: Can we help you?

Fuzzo: Heh heh. Sure you can. I've got an offer you just can't beat.

Vi: Gold? Some legendary berry?

Leif: Perhaps a powerful Medal?

Fuzzo: Heh heh. Take a look... at THIS!

Kabbu: ...! Is...is THAT...!?

Fuzzo: Indeed it is, you bunch. This is a LIMITED print edition of the Green Bug Ranger!

Fuzzo: Only 10 of them were ever made!

Vi: Eh. It's alright, I guess.

Leif: ...Bug Ranger?

Kabbu: P-please, esteemed merchant... name your price!

Vi: Oi, Kabbu!

Fuzzo: Heh heh. For you, how about 40 berries?

Kabbu: Hngh! A bit steep…

Vi:...Kabbu, if you spend all the berries we made in Snakemouth here, I'll never forgive you.

Kabbu: ...…

Leif: Kabbu.

Kabbu: D-Don't worry, you two.

Kabbu: I shall save up and buy it myself.

Vi: Fine. It's your own money.

Fuzzo: Heh heh. I will be waiting.

[talk again]

Fuzzo: So? Still up on my offer? 40 berries for that limited edition Green Bug Ranger plushie!

Textbox: We’ll take it!

No thanks.

Fuzzo: I am done here. If you want more deals in the future, meet me wherever the caravan travels to.

M.M.: OH, BUGLIET. YOU SHINE SO BRIGHTLY...

Kabbu: Hello, what are yo-

M.M.: OH BUGMEO, YOU DAZZLE ME SO!!!

Leif: Heh, yo-

M.M.: BUT WHY THEN, MUST FATE COME BETWEEN US!?

Vi: As much as I want to keep this going, we should probably just go.

[Spy M.M.]

Vi: Oh, I know this guy. It's M.M.!

Leif: That's not a real name, is it?

Vi: Nah, but no one knows who he really is!

Vi: No one has seen him without his mask!

Leif: Half of his face is visible…

Vi: That part is a mask too!

Leif: What?

Kabbu: Unbelievable! I must go rip the mask off myself!

Vi: No! You're staying right here with us!

[Spy Chubee, pre-taking theater quest]

Vi: Hehe. Chubee's always traveling and looking for good stuff, huh.

Leif: And she's one impressive eater.

Kabbu: It makes me happy to see you have other friends, Vi!

[First talk, pre-taking theater quest]

Chubee: Oh, hey Vi! Had a good festival?

Vi: Yup! We got some good treasure too!

Leif: Are you here to see the play?

Chubee: Heheh. Something like that... Bugaria's full of talent, isn't it!?

Kabbu: Indeed! Although theatre is under appreciated.

Chubee: Yup...Anyways, let's go grab a bite later, Vi.

Vi: You got it!

[Subsequent talks]

Chubee: Heheh. Hope the play gets sorted out soon…

[Quest: Theater Help Wanted!]

[Spy Chubee]

Vi: Woah, Chubee's an actress!?

Kabbu: It seems she holds many talents, aside from eating!

Leif: If she's as good at acting as she's eating, this should be good.

Vi: Hey, Chubee!

Chubee: Vi, you're going to participate?

Kabbu: Miss Chubee, you're the actress mentioned in the post?

Leif: A fierce eater, and also a talented performer…

Chubee: It's nothing! You'll all do great! We just have to rehearse!

Leif: No audition?

Chubee: M.M.'s a bit desperate…

Kabbu: We can start as soon as you are ready.

Vi: Let's do it!

Chubee: W-Wait Vi, you've gotta be careful.

Chubee: V-VI! WATCH OUT!!!

Chubee: ..........

Chubee: Sigh. W-Well, I think we're ready.

Chubee: People are coming in, I believe in you!

Leif: Hopefully that won't be misplaced faith…

Kabbu: Let us do our best. This play carries a lot of people's efforts!

Vi: And we're actually getting paid. Let's do this!

Chubee: Ya ready to go?

Textbox: Yes

No

[No]

Chubee: Audience's getting impatient. Don't take too long!

[Yes]

Narration: Once upon a time, there laid a kingdom in a desert with an immense oasis.

Narration: Travelers from all over the world wished to visit. For its clear water and its beautiful ruler.

Narration: The princess would greet all who came with smiles and hospitality.

Narration: It was so, how an evil prince fell in love...

Chubee: I cannot leave my people. They are my pride, my joy!

Burglar: Oh, how I wished for thee to make this easy.

Burglar: You have left me no choice!

Chubee: No... Stop, stop!

Leif: Halt, you fiend! You will sully the princess no longer!

Vi: Yeah! Uh, give her back!

(minibubble) Kabbu: (She forgot her lines...!)

Kabbu: W-We will stop you!

Burglar: Minions! Get rid of these pests. We have places to be.

Chubee: H-Help me! Somebody save me!

Vi: Alright, let's kick their butt!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Sigh...

Leif: You freakish beasts, you dare stand between us and the princess!?

Leif: You chose poorly. Prepare yourself!

[After winning first battle]

Leif: Curses! That villain escaped with the princess.

Kabbu: Whatever shall we do now? How will we face the people!?

Vi: We will get her back! After them!

Narration: The unlikely heroes left their loved homeland behind, with the princess in their heart.

Narration: The journey was long, and the desert unforgiving...

Kabbu: Water... Oh gods, guide us to water...

Leif: Do not complain! Our suffering is slim, compared to what the princess faces.

Vi: Ugh, I bet she's getting treated real nice.

(minibubble) Chubee: (V-Vi! What are you doing?!)

Kabbu: Oh, bandits! We are in such trouble!

Leif: Out of our way, scoundrels. We have no time for thee.

Vi: Yeah! Or face my beemerang! I mean, blade!

Thief: Nyehehe. You shouldn't have come to the desert…

Bandit: ...In such expensive clothes!

Leif: Your greed knows no end... Prepare yourself!

Narration: Stifling heat and frigid nights were no match for the knights' spirit. They reached the prince's lair with fire in their eyes.

Narration: And now, it was time to take back what they had lost...

Chubee: Let me go already, you monster!

Burglar: Even with all my riches, with the grandeur of my land…

Burglar: You would still reject me!?

Kabbu: Oh, the evil prince. He is so scary and imposing!

Vi: Hey! Give the princess back!

Leif: You will pay for your crimes!

Chubee: My knights! You've come to my aid!

Burglar: Why... Why must fate work against me?

Burglar: Very well. I shall end thee, and take all I want by force!

[After winning third battle]

Burglar: No...I can still fight!

Burglar: I will show you my true power!

Leif: No... We are too drained from the fight!

Kabbu: Is this the end for us...?

Vi: Hey, I can still fight!

Burglar: AAAAAAAAAAAA-

Chubee: That is for kidnapping me, you cruel tyrant!

Crowd: WOOOOO!

Chubee: Oh, my knights...I thank you for all you have done.

Chubee: In the name of my mother, the Queen...I grant you the highest honors.

Chubee: To stay by my side as right-hand bugs, as we restore our kingdom.

Leif: It was all for you, Princess.

Chubee: Heheh. I knew I could count on ya! It went great!

Leif: It went way better than great.

Kabbu: I didn't really like my role, but I managed.

Vi: It was super easy. Now, for payment…

Chubee: It's a bit weird to be paying Team Snakemouth! Heheheh...

Vi: Nyehehehe. Thanks, Chubee.

Chubee: Honestly, a lot of people are asking for an encore.

Chubee: Guess I'll stay till they're bored!

[lose battle]

Audience: Huh?

Audience: What?

Audience: Wait...

Audience: Uhh...

Audience: Mommy!

Audience: Wah...

Chubee: N-No! It's...ruined...

Chubee: …

Kabbu: We... we're sorry.

Chubee: ...I made up some excuse with the owner…

Chubee: They'll let us try again tomorrow, thankfully.

Vi: C-Chubee…

Chubee: Let's rehearse again, okay? We can do it!

Chubee: (...I hope... )

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[postgame]

M.M.: Oooh! Team Snakemouth, our heroes! I've prepared a special play just for you! Would you like to sit and watch it?

Textbox: Yes

No

3. Residential

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: There's a lot of houses here now.

Kabbu: Is that so? How was it back then?

Leif: It was only the fountain. This was more of a social spot…

Vi: Huh. They turned a park into housing?

Leif: As more people came in, it was inevitable. But we do miss the park…

Ant: Heheheh! You like my outskirts Seedling hat? I made it myself with a bunch of leaves!

Ant: There's a LOT of Seedlings species. Not all of them have leaves, though.

[Spy Ant]

Vi: Ants can grow hair!?

Leif: Those are leaves, Vi.

(minibubble) Kabbu: (Really?)

Kabbu: R-Right…

[Spy Eophi]

Kabbu: Leaves can grow in such pretty patterns! What a cute mask!

Leif: And they never grow exactly the same. He's lucky.

Vi: It makes every mask more valuable, too!

Eophi: Ahh, I've been trying to form a team with Mun...but he's a bit scared.

Bomby: He-Hey! Ain't you a cutie Bee!

Vi: What?

Leif: It's called flirting, Vi.

Vi: I didn't ask him to!

Bomby: Ho-Ho! I couldn't help myself!

Vi: I'm leaving. Bye.

[Spy Bomby]

Leif: That's a pretty charming dude.

Vi: He's gotta pick who to charm better!

[Dropped my hat quest available but not picked up]

Bomby: He... hey... *sigh* . How can I be charming without my dear hat?

[Spy Bomby]

Leif: That charming dude's missing his hat.

Kabbu: It seems it has hurt him deeply, we must help him!

Vi: (At least he's not flirting...)

[Quest: Dropped my hat!]

Vi: Heya. We saw your post!

Bomby: R-Really? This cute Bee's come to help me?

[exit out]

Bomby: O-Oh...please... Find my hat!

[wrong item]

Bomby: That wouldn't look good on me...! It's not my dear hat!

(minibubble) Vi: Oops...

[Give hat]

Bomby: Oh yes! Yes! It's my super cool hat! I can feel my charm coming back!

Bomby: He-heeeey, you cutie Bee! Thanks for helping me out!

Vi: I'm not a "cutie Bee".

Bomby: Sorry. I couldn't help myself!

(minibubble) Leif: Brave.

Vi: Look. Just pay up.

Bomby: Anything for the cute savior of my dear hat!

Vi: Ugh. I don't even want this anymore.

Bomby: It's that coarseness that makes you so smooth!

Kabbu: Vi's gonna go on about this for days…

Vi: You bet. Let's get outta here!

Bomby: Oh, Vi. Such a sweet name. I hope you come back soon!

(minibubble) Vi: In your dreams!

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[talk after quest]

Bomby: He-heeeey!

(minibubble) Vi: Let's get outta here!

Cicada: Woah. you're Team Snakemouth, right?

(minibubble)Vi: Yup!

Cicada: Be careful when heading out to the wild! Some flying creatures are so sturdy, it takes two hits to bring 'em down!

Vi: No probs. I'm the queen of multi-hit super smackdowns!

[Spy Cicada]

Kabbu: Hmmmmmm…

Vi: You okay there?

Kabbu: Look at the middle green coating covering its chest!

Kabbu: Maybe I should stick some leaves on myself...and try to emulate the look?

Leif: Were you seriously thinking about that?

Alex: Explorers, huh?

Alex: A tip for you: stay away from water.

Alex: You never know what kind of monsters might be lurking below the surface.

[Spy Alex]

Vi: I agree with this guy, totally. Water sucks!

Leif: If an artifact's underwater, we're done. We quit.

Kabbu: ...Yeah. I will not pretend I would not be discouraged.

[Spy Banker, pre-opening account]

Vi: A bank, huh…

Kabbu: Sounds like a good idea to open an account, in case something happens to our berries.

Vi: I don't know. I don't trust anyone else with my berries. What if they run away after we give them a bunch?

Leif: This bank is endorsed by the Ant Queen. We believe we used to have an account here ages ago.

Leif: ...But we are sure they have terminated our account ages ago, too...

[First talk with banker]

Banker: Oho. First time here, aren't you?

Banker: Welcome. I offer banking services here.

Banker: Annoyed when your wallet is full and no longer has space for that berry?

Banker: Panicking when thieves steal your hard-earned money?

Banker: Then my services are just for you!

Banker: I can offer you an account here at my bank to keep your berries safe when you're out doing whatever you do.

Vi: I don't know... I like my berries close to myself!

Banker: This is the kind of attitude that makes you never move forward in life!

Banker: Look, if you keep your berries here, you might even get some interest every now and then.

Banker: You'll earn a small percent of your account every 30 minutes! It's free money!

Vi: Free money's even shadier!

Banker: Just think about it, won't you?

Banker: So? What do you say? It is 50 berries to open an account with me.

Textbox: Sign me up!

I will keep my berries.

[Spy Banker, after opening account]

Kabbu: See, Vi? There is no problem here.

Vi: Hmph. What if after we put in a huge deposit they just steal our money and run to a hot spring or something!?

Kabbu: Come on... Have more faith in our land's bank system!

[talk after opening account]

Banker: Welcome... Oh, it's you!

Banker: You have |currency,var,26| in your account right now. What will it be?

Textbox: Withdrawal.

Deposit.

Just checking in.

Sign: Bank of Bugaria 50 berries for a new account!

[balance goes to 500/+]

Banker: Woah, you've really saved up! You've reached 500 berries in your account!

Vi: Well, yeah. Saving up's really important!

Banker: You're now a platinum member!

Vi: That sounds like...w-what's the reward!?

Banker: Your interest's been doubled! And you get this fancy card!

Vi: Alright! I'm gonna get way better return on investments!

Kabbu: Vi, did you not trust the bank?

Leif: ...You know about returns on investments?

Vi: ...Look, what matters is we're getting rich! Heheheh.

[first talk]

Ant: Oh hey there! Feel free to sit down and relax.

[talk again]

Ant: Just between you and me... There were some weirdos that used to hang around here in this spot some time ago.

Ant: I don't know what their deal was, but I'm glad they are gone. Though you can still feel their presence around, y'know?

[Spy Ant]

Kabbu: You know, this is a pretty good spot to sit in.

Vi: Perfect for some music!

Leif: Or for long team discussions... Let's enjoy it.

Ali: Oh, hello there! I don't have much to offer, but make yourselves comfortable.

[Spy Ali]

Leif: We're getting a huge nerd feeling.

Kabbu: Don't judge a bug by his cover, Leif!

Leif: It worked with you two, so...

[Quest: Book Return!]

[first talk]

Ali: Oh, hello there! Are you explorers?

Kabbu: Indeed, good sir. We've taken your request.

Ali: Oh, thank you! I really, really need you to return this book to the palace library for me.

Ali: It's...quite past the return date!

Vi: Huh? You're not an Ant though, right? How'd you take it out?

Ali: Oh, I asked Gen and Eri to get the book for me. They seem to be busy, so they can't return it.

Ali: Here's the book. You're really helping me out here!

Vi: Bleh, I hate being an errand Bee…

Ali: The reward will be quite worth it! So please make haste, for the sake of my record…

Ali: Oh, and, deliver it to Libren, ok? Brooke's scary enough without turning in late…

Leif: Sure thing. Leave it to us.

[talk holding book]

Ali: Please deliver it promptly! The wait worries me…

[talk post-delivery]

Ali: Oh, you delivered it! Thank you!

Leif: It was a walk in the park.

Vi: Now you get to deliver our reward!

Ali: Of course. This should be enough, I think!

Vi: Nice! Hard, cold berries!

Ali: By the way...I-I do have another book I need returned... I kinda forgot…

(minibubble) Vi: Seriously!?

Vi: This is like, super inefficient! We're charging double!

Ali: S-sorry! I gave you all the spare berries I had, though…

Kabbu: It's alright, Vi. We can return it after a briefing!

Vi: That's not the point!

Leif: Just this once, Ali. We'll definitely charge next time.

Ali: T-Thank you... I'm very grateful!

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[post-quest]

Ali: Hello there! Please make yourselves feel at home!

[read book]

Textbox: --Status Effects and You--

By Ali.

Textbox: In battle, there are many different status effects. The most common are: Poison, Numb, Sleep and Freeze.

Textbox: Poison will hurt you at the end of your turn, but you can fight normally.

Textbox: The other 3, however, prevent you from doing an action in battle.

Textbox: Numb paralyzes you, but your stiff body gains 1 defense point!

Textbox: Sleep gets cured when you get hit, and you'll recover HP as you rest.

Textbox: Freeze stops you from acting and lowers your defense by 1. Being attacked will thaw you out!

Textbox: Every being resists statuses in different ways. Plants don't fall asleep, for example!

Textbox: Mastering status effects is the key to becoming an expert fighter!

Bee: Huff ... How can any bug live here? The sun is so strong...

[Spy Bee]

Leif: Look, Vi. A Bee's come to keep you company.

Vi: Err, with how she's faring, maybe she should go back to the Hive...

[Quest: Leif’s Request]

Muze: Tod! Tooood! Come on, it's lunch time!

(minibubble) Leif: !!! M-Muse!?

(minibubble) Vi: Muse?

Tod: Aww mom... Can't I play a bit longer?

Muze: Sweetie, you need to eat! It'll give you all the power you need to play all day!

Muze: I made you your favorite! A tasty Hearty Breakfast!

Tod: Woah! Thanks, mom!

Kabbu: Leif? Who is Muse?

Leif: That's...our wife.

Kabbu: Your wife!? But Leif, that's…

Leif: I-Impossible.

Vi: Then she's got to be your super mega granddaughter!

Kabbu: That's right...! Isn't it great? You can meet up with your relatives!

Leif: No. Not at all. How can we face them like this?

Leif: Lost to time, not even understanding ourselves…

Vi: It can't be that bad…

Leif: To them, we're just a stranger. If we're going to intrude on their life…

Leif: We need to know the truth about what happened to us.

Kabbu: We will help you, Leif. Every step of this journey.

Vi: Uh, yeah! And when you're ready, we can come back and meet them!

Leif: ...Thanks. Let's keep an eye out for clues.

Leif: We can't ignore our mission, though. Let's keep going.

Leif: (Even so...we're glad to see them safe and happy.)

[Approaching the house before going through Snakemouth Lab]

Leif: Hnng... Not yet. We are not ready to face them…

Kabbu: Very well. Let's come back once we learn what happened in Snakemouth Den.

[after defeating Zommoth]

Leif: Vi, Kabbu. We've been thinking on the way here.

Leif: Who are "we"? Who was I before I met Leif?

Leif: ...We don't know…

Kabbu: …

Leif: It feels like even if I'm not Leif, I've become him.

Leif: For better or worse.

Leif: If I threw out his memories and personality... These precious thoughts would get lost.

Leif: Maybe I can't discard them, even if I tried.

Vi: Um, what do YOU want to do?

Leif: ...We...want to meet our family. To apologize to Muse. To see Elizant again.

Leif: I want the same things Leif does!

Kabbu: Then do them! Carry on Leif's will! At least, I believe that will be okay!

Leif: Yes. That's...what we decided too.

Leif: I'm not Leif exactly, but we're still Leif.

Leif: Even though he got lost to time, and fused with a cordyceps…

Leif: We will live on as Leif!

Vi: Phew. Glad you won't go missing on us!

Kabbu: You're our friend, so this changes nothing!

Leif: ...We're uh, going to go in. Not sure what'll happen.

Vi: Do we stay out here?

Leif: No, please come with us. I want my...family to meet my friends.

Muze: O-Oh! Explorers! What brings you to our house?

Tod: Mom, it's Team Snakemouth! They saved us from the wasps!

Grandpa: Ohoho! Wow, it's an honor!

Leif: Err, yes. These are my friends Kabbu and Vi. And we're...Leif.

Leif: It's nice to meet you.

Kabbu: A pleasure!

(minibubble) Vi: Yup!

Grandpa: Hm? Young lad, you…

Muze: You look...quite a lot like father. When I was a kid…

Tod: Really!?

Leif: About that, that's why we're here…

Leif: We think we're um, one of your distant relatives. We've been looking for you for a long time…

Muze: W-what?! F-Father! What is the meaning of this!?

Grandpa: O-Oi! I have brothers! Don't jump on me!

Tod: You're my uncle? Really? You're not lying!?

Leif: ......It's something like that.

Muze: Oh my million ants!

Grandpa: I can't believe it!

Leif: S-Sorry, we...we're just barging into your life.

Leif: We'll be leaving now…

Muze: N-No, wait! It's a GOOD surprise!

Grandpa: You've gotta stay for dinner! Your friends, too!

Vi: Aw yes, free food!

Kabbu: ...Forgive Vi. She has little tact.

(minibubble) Vi: Oi!

Leif: Is it really okay?

Muze: Of course! You're family!

Leif: We're not completely sure…

Grandpa: I don't know how...but I know it's true! Don't worry!

Tod: Besides, you're the coolest explorer! My uncle's so cool!

Leif: T-Thank you. We'll stay, then.

(minibubble) Leif: ... *sniff*

Leif: Muze...your cooking is out of this world!

Leif: It...it's been so good to meet you. But we've got a mission to go to.

Grandpa: Oh, that's not an issue. Come back anytime!

Muze: You've got to tell us more explorer stories!

Tod: And bring some souvenirs!

Leif: We will. Please take care until then.

Vi: The food was super good, thank you!

Kabbu: Thank you very much for your hospitality.

Muze: You'll always have a home here. Have safe travels alright?

Vi: Heheheh.

Kabbu: How're you feeling, Leif?

Leif: Thank you. We can never truly repay you.

Vi: Oh, it's whatevs.

Kabbu: Seeing you happy is ample reward!

Leif: We're truly fortunate to have met you back then.

Leif: You saved us in more ways than one.

Vi: ...Come on, you're not the sappy type.

Kabbu: If something else troubles you, just come to us!

Leif: Heh. Same. Let's get a move on, then. There's a lot to do.

Textbox: Through the bonding experience, the team can now use the Frost Bowling skill in battle!

Muze: Leif, don't work too hard! Come rest every now and then!

Leif: Thank you, Muze. We'll pace ourselves.

[Spy Muze]

Leif: Muze...We can't believe even their names are similar.

Kabbu: I'm not superstitious, but...it has to be fate!

Vi: Do they act the same and stuff, too?

Leif: ...Nah. Muse was loud, confident and outgoing...Kinda like Vi.

Leif: She had pretty strong kicks, too.

Vi: You two must've been a super strong team!

Leif: ...Heh, well. She did a lot of the work. We had no magic back then.

Kabbu: That's right...! I'm so used to your magic, I'd forgotten.

Leif: (...Goodbye, Muse.)

Grandpa: It's such a joy to welcome you to our family!

Grandpa: When Muze's husband stops working at the lab so much, maybe you'll get to meet him!

Leif: ...Heh, we'll have some good stories ready for then.

[Spy Grandpa]

Kabbu: Leif, does he look anything like your father?

Leif: Well, he wears his wings the same way...but nah.

Leif: Father was tall, and quite thin.

Vi: Woah, even taller than you!?

Leif: Yeah. He was a bit of a wimp, too.

Kabbu: I truly wish we could have met your family!

Leif: (...Goodbye, Father.)

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Ch 5]

Cicada: Everyone's acting strong, but that invasion had us all crying…

Eophi: *sniff* M-My mask…

Eophi: O-Oh, looking for Mun? He told me he had a mission in the Outskirts. He's not an explorer, though...

[Quest: Help Me Get It Back!]

[after triggering, before accepting]

Eophi: I'm really bummed out about my mask, but…

Eophi: Mun just got back, and he looks super stressed out... I wish I could help him.

[Spy Eophi, missing mask]

Leif: Ah, the mask really helped him look cooler.

Kabbu: He must've lost it! Or someone stole it!

Vi: Oooor he just wanted to try a new look?

Kabbu: That's impossible!

Leif: You should know better than to doubt Kabbu's nag sensor by now, Vi...

[before accepting quest from board]

Mun: Okay. I put up the listing. Just gotta wait now.

Mun: Was...was that a cowardly thing to do?

[Spy Mun]

Vi: Hehe, it's cool to see others want to explore!

Kabbu: Y-Yes, but...I can't help but worry. What if he gets hurt?

Leif: They shared those concerns with you too, we imagine.

Kabbu: (...Yeah, they did...)

[after taking quest from board]

Mun: W-Who're you guys?

Vi: Team Snakemouth, ready to work!

Mun: Oh, you're explorers? Y-You saw my post?

Leif: You could say that.

Kabbu: Could you tell us all you know?

Mun: S-sure. Look, it's super simple. The bandits stole my friend's mask!

Mun: They've gotta be at their hideout! B-But I can't beat 'em alone.

Mun: I need your backup!

Leif: Wait. Uh, you're going?

Mun: Y-Yes. I can't run from this!

Leif: Do you have an explorer permit?

Mun: N-No…

Leif: You should probably stay behind, then.

Mun: I refuse!

Mun: Besides, if they see me with you they'll just think you're escorting me!

Mun: Please, I can fight! I'm just really shy!

Kabbu: Such thirst for justice!

Vi: You can't be seriously falling for that.

Kabbu: Come with us, brave lad. But stay behind our formation!

(minibubble) Leif: Oh boy...

Mun: A-Alright! Let's go to their hideout, then!

[Talk with Mun following]

Eophi: Y-You're going to what? Mun, don't do anything rash over a mask!

[after retrieving mask]

[Spy Mun before talking]

Vi: There's Mun! Let's get him to pay up!

Mun: And then I was like...TORYAH!

Eophi: S-Seriously?

Mun: Here. I got you your mask back!

Eophi: ...!

Eophi: Mun, thank you! But you could've gotten hurt…

Mun: It's alright! Everything turned out fine!

Leif: Hey. Glad you two seem fine.

Mun: These are the friends that gave me courage!

Kabbu: You did excellent, Mun!

Vi: You uh, forgot the reward though.

Mun: Oh! S-Sorry. Imma get it.

Mun: Heheheh... I was so cool, though.

Eophi: ...Thanks. I was really surprised to see he got it back.

Vi: It was noooo problem!

Eophi: Don't tell Mun, but I sat down and made a new mask…

Eophi: I figured if he saw I didn't need one, he'd stop fighting the bandits.

Eophi: I should've trusted him a bit more!

Leif: No one's gonna blame you, seriously.

Eophi: Please take it. It'll be our secret, alright?

Mun: Here, my berry stash!

Vi: Oh baby, a double!

Mun: Huh?

Vi: E-Err...the double of ten is...twenty?

Mun: Uh, okay…

Eophi: T-Thanks again. Have a good day!

Mun: I still have to practice more, so that something like this won't happen again!

Eophi: I'll take better care of my stuff. Can't have Mun risking himself again...

[Spy Mun]

Kabbu: Mun's truly grown thanks to this ordeal!

Vi: We kinda did everything, but…

Leif: Mun did more than you give him credit for.

Kabbu: And, thankfully, he came out unharmed...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: It’s Time…!]

[first talk]

Alex: Hm. Took my request, huh?

Alex: Well, I suppose you know what to do then. Striders. The scourge of the seas!

Alex: You see, I used to love the sea…

Alex: Until one of them took my eye, that is!

(minibubble) Leif: Ouch.

Alex: Now I just want my revenge! But I have no way of fighting them. So please, go on my place Give them my anger!

Kabbu: A-are you sure we need to beat them?

Alex: Yes! Beat 10 of them, that should teach them!

Alex: They're all over Metal Lake, so you will need a way to go through the water.

Alex: Your reward is here waiting with me for when the task is done, go now!

Vi: Sounds like an easy job! Let's do it!

[talk again, not enough defeated]

Alex: Did you get them?

Alex: Argh! My revenge isn't yet sated! You need to beat @VAR@ of them! Go go!

Kabbu: I suppose we will see how many we have so far in our Library.

[talk again, defeated enough

Alex: Ah! That's it! I can feel it, you beat them all, haven't you?

Vi: Yeah, now for the reward!

Alex: Sure, sure, here you go.

Alex: Phew, I already feel much better. Maybe I will sleep well tonight at last.

Alex: Thank you. I won't forget what you did.

[talking after finishing quest]

Alex: Ah, my friends. Feel at home here.

Alex: Don't have much, but it's something.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[postgame]

Cicada: It's all over, huh? Thank you... We can enjoy life peacefully now.

(minibubble) Kabbu: No problem!

4. Commercial

[Overworld Spy, before going to Underground Tavern]

Vi: This is the commercial area, the best area of them all!

Vi: There's a Medal Shop, a Chef…

Vi: And Madame Butterfly's store! No other store can compare!

Leif: Commerce excites you too much, Vi.

Vi: Heheh. And there's a little something else. But I can't tell you what it is!

Kabbu: I suddenly feel like leaving no stone unturned…

[Overworld Spy, after cutscene of Levi and Celia giving access to Underground Tavern]

Vi: This is the commercial area, the best area of them all!

Vi: There's a Medal Shop, a Chef…

Vi: And Madame Butterfly's store! No other store can compare!

Leif: Commerce excites you too much, Vi.

Vi: Heheh. And there's THAT place for even more business!

Kabbu: Hopefully we can do most of our business out in the open...

[Spy entrance to Underground Tavern, before gaining access]

Kabbu: Hm. A weird cover on a shady place. I wonder what is underneath.

[Checking entrance to Underground Tavern, first time]

Kabbu: Hmm? What is this place?

Vi: Heheh. Check THIS out!

(minibubble) Knock knock…

Reed: Entry Code.

Vi: 2 - 4 - 0 – 5!

Reed: Last month's code is no longer valid after... the incident. Please use the new code.

Vi: WHAT!?

Leif: That was great, Vi.

Vi: Shut it!

Vi: Hey! Let me in! It's me, Vi! Ask Shades about me or something!

Reed: There's no one here, unless you know the code. Scram.

Kabbu: This place seems...shady.

(minibubble) Knock...

Kabbu: Excuse me, what is this place?

Reed: ...! Vi, you brought others with you!?

Vi: Ha! So you do know me! Open up now! Or I'll tell everyone about this place! Seriously, I'll RUIN you!

Reed: Try it, Vi. You won't last a night after you do.

(minibubble) Vi: E-Eep!

Kabbu: Seriously, what is happening here?

Reed: If you know what's best for you, you better stay away. All of you.

Leif: Well, that was a fun detour. Thanks for the good time, Vi.

Vi: Hmph...I guess we'll have to find the new code somewhere.

Vi: Maybe someone we help out comes here too!

Kabbu: Err...sure. But let us not get too sidetracked.

[Spy Underground Tavern Entrance, after gaining access]

Kabbu: An entrance to a shady place. I am uneasy doing business there.

Vi: Don't worry, you have me here, don't you?

[1st talk to Amber]

Amber : Howdy! Have you heard of our special Ant Storage offer for the month?

Amber: For a limited time, we’re letting you sign up for a junior account! You can store and take out 35 items for free. For free!

(Minibubble) Vi: Free!?

Amber: No more tears over having to skip that Crunchy Leaf!

Leif: Sounds pretty good.

Amber: Right? There’s no way you wouldn’t want this. I’ll sign you up right now!

Kabbu: How wonderful. It’s our lucky day!

Vi: It sure feels nice to get cool stuff without doing anything.

Amber: And it’s done! Just talk to me whenever you want to use our services!

(Minibubble) Leif: Woohoo.

Common amber dialogue

[Spy Amber]

Vi: This is Amber, an Ant working for the Item Storage Association!

Leif: That bag looks really heavy.

Kabbu: Ants can carry many times their weight. It is quite inspiring.

Leif: Such strength... Perhaps we were born as the wrong bug…

Vi: You don't get to complain, you can shoot ice!

Kabbu: Please, do not fight in front of Lady Amber. Her work is stressful enough already.

Madame Butterfly: Welcome to my humble shop. Do you need something?

Textbox: I want to buy!

I want to sell!

Nothing really.

[examine item]

Madame Butterfly: That's |string,0|. It costs |currency,var,1|. Will you take it?

Textbox: Yes

No

[Spy Madame Butterfly]

Kabbu: This is Madame Bu-

Vi: It's Madame Butterfly! She's got the best prices in the whole kingdom!

Kabbu: Ahem.

Vi: Oh, sorry. I always get excited when I come here.

Vi: Everything's so cheap, and Madame Butterfly's so pretty!

Vi: I bet she's super rich, too…

Leif: Everyone has a role model.

Kabbu: Indeed. Let's make sure to shop here for what we need.

Seedling Slayer: Hah! I just bought this armor, equipped some Medals and ranked up three times…

Seedling Slayer: Who's tough now, Seedlings!? COME GET SOME!

[Spy Seedling Slayer]

Vi: Pfft. Who boasts about beating up Seedlings? A little kid could do it!

Leif: That armor looks cheap, too. Oh lord.

Kabbu: Could you not be this judgmental?

Mun: I just moved here, and it's been scary getting to know everyone…

Mun: M-Maybe I should press |button,9| near the townsfolk to learn a bit more about them?

[Spy Mun]

Vi: Geez, Mun's still in the same spot as always.

Kabbu: Still gossiping, huh.

Vi: Yeah, that can't be a good look!

Leif: You two can't talk...

Miner Ant: We're clearing out this lot. Then, someone will be able to purchase it and build on it.

[Spy Miner Ant]

Kabbu: It's weird to see a Miner Ant out in the surface.

Vi: I wonder what they'll build here.

Leif: Maybe a house for us.

Kabbu: This is the commercial area, Leif. That is unlikely.

Vi: Details. A house is just what we need!

Kabbu: ...I'm just going to end the conversation here.

Termite: Ah! You look like you like collecting Medals. Lemme tell you something…

Termite: Ever picked up a resistance Medal and thought "Pfft! I can just block. I don't need them!"

Termite: Well, they actually have a hidden effect! If you have them equipped and eat an item that causes a status effect…

Termite: Let's just say the results of that experiment should be obvious, huh?

[Spy Termite]

Kabbu: What a fanatic! Some bugs truly live to equip Medals!

Vi: Medals ARE awesome! Wish they were cheaper, though…

Leif: Costing a bit less MP wouldn't be the worst, either.

Merab: Hello, hello! Interested in some Medals? How can I help you today?

Textbox: What are you selling?

How do we use Medals?

We’d like to see more medals

We're good.

[Inspect medal]

Merab: That's a fine |string,0| Medal! I am charging |currency,var,1| for that one. Can I wrap it up?

[Spy Merab]

Vi: Merab's the owner of the Medal shop! He traveled everywhere for his collection!

Leif: Which he is now selling at high prices.

Kabbu: Indeed. It's surprising that he would part with his possessions, but I won't judge.

Kabbu: After all, these will be quite useful on our journey.

Vi: Travel, treasure, and power! Now that's the life!

[talk after buying all medals

Merab: Well well! Looks like you bought everything I had! You sure are great Medal collectors!

[after buying all Merab’s medals]

Termite: You bought ALL Medals!? I've been waiting for someone like you…

Termite: " MYSTERY?" is the code...

Vi: Huh?

Termite: You'll have to figure it out on your own...

Beetle: I...I'm not made for fighting, you see? So I keep losing berries running from scary things…

Beetle: It may just be me, but...the scarier the monster, the more berries I end up dropping...?

[Spy Beetle]

Kabbu: Poor fellow. It must be rough being so preoccupied while traveling.

Leif: That's what explorers are for. Post an escort quest, or something.

Vi: But then you have to pay a reward!

Leif: As opposed to dropping berries all over Bugaria?

(Minibubble) Vi: Fair.

Dan: Ah... Cooked Danger. The most exquisite of dishes…

Leif: Aren't those poisonous?

Dan: To someone such as I, poison is nothing.

Leif: Hmm. We will have to try one as well…

Vi: Uh, no. We really shouldn't.

[Spy Dan]

Vi: This Beetle's always at Fry's. He eats pretty much anything…

Leif: Ah, a true gourmet. We may have things in common.

Vi: Yeah. You're both weirdos, alright.

Leif: ...

[Random of these lines when talk]

Oma: Cooked...or with honey...both are different... zzz...

Oma: Skewing...a balance between two different, yet similar things... zzz...

Oma: A big seed...can be served for a trio... zzz...

Oma: Wrapping some leaves with eggs... zzz...

Oma: Mushrooms go well with honey... zzz…

[Spy Oma]

Kabbu: What is this bug doing here?

Leif: It's cute sleeping like that…

Vi: Uh. Well... Fry isn't complaining, so I guess we can just leave him here.

[Spy Fry]

Vi: This is Fry, the fly!

Vi: Most chefs live in the royal castle, but he chose to work here.

Vi: Though, I don't get it. He could make more profit at the castle.

Kabbu: He probably just wants to see his fellow, common bug smile.

Leif: There has to be more to it than that…

Vi: What matters is I'm really hungry. Let's get him to cook for us!

Leif: We could go for a Mushroom Salad.

Kabbu: Hmm, a Cooked Shroom would do me good.

Vi: What's with you and shrooms? Aphid Omelette all the way!

Kabbu: Let's make sure we have the proper ingredients, first.

Fry: Are you ready for the chow of your life? Bring me ingredients, and I will make you some chow!

Fry: Chop chop, come on, let's get messy! Give me what you want to cook!

Textbox: Let us cook with one ingredient.

Let us cook with two ingredients.

W-We’ll pass...

[Talk again after cooking]

Fry: Hey hey! Back for more? What can I get for you?

[Story, ch2 feeding Leif, post talking to Fry]

Leif: Huff... We feel just like new. Literal ages since we ate something. And we get hungry real fast, so…

Kabbu: We'll definitely eat here again. It's been nice to share.

Vi: Sounds good. But it's time to get back to the mission!

Vi: We've gotta go south, to the Golden Settlement! Off we go!

[post-first wasp invasion]

Seedling Slayer: I...even with all this armor...I couldn't help...

[Spy Seedling Slayer]

Leif: We're not to kick an Ant when she's down…

Vi: Yeah. At least she tried to help…

Kabbu: (I-I'm so proud!)

[Quest: Requesting Assistance]

[Spy Celia or Levi before talking]

Kabbu: I hope we haven't made Levi and Celia wait too much…

Leif: Let's start this meeting, then.

Levi: Ah, Team Snakemouth! So you were the ones that took our request?

Kabbu: Indeed, Levi. What seems to be troubling you?

Celia: Err... Are you sure about this, Levi? This IS pretty dangerous…

Levi: Celia, Kabbu and the others have found enough artifacts to prove their skill.

Vi: Heheh. You tell her. What's the job? Pays well?

Celia: Oh, it's worth the trouble.

Levi: The situation is...we're after this criminal known as Monsieur Scarlet.

Levi: Every now and then, he posts requests in the board asking for help…

Levi: And then preys on the well-meaning explorers, draining their life force!

Leif: Yikes. We expected a petty burglar, or something of that sort.

Celia: Sadly not. He's even the reason why the old tunnel to the Golden Hills is abandoned!

Celia: He's caused us a lot of trouble.

Kabbu: This fellow sounds most vile. We would be honored to help you bring justice!

Levi: We've gathered enough intel to confidently say his hideout is in that old tunnel.

Vi: Really? How can someone hide in a straight hallway?

Levi: If you offer us your help to catch him, it will become clear.

Levi: ...Please. He is not someone we can apprehend alone.

Leif: We'll do it. It sounds like being frozen over would do him some good.

Kabbu: Leave it to us, comrades.

(minibubble) Vi: Mhm!

Levi: What a relief! You're truly a team one can rely on.

Celia: Sheesh. At least wait until the mission's over to praise them!

Celia: We'll be going to the tunnel now, okay? Meet us there, and we'll begin the operation!

Leif: We'll see you there.

[post-defeating Scarlet]

Levi: Team Snakemouth! You're good to go. Follow us when you please!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: A Smiling Dish]

Fry: Hey hey hey! You lot took my request, right?

Fry: Alright, let's get to the chase. I had an idea for the ultimate dish…

Fry: Combining the most sweet thing with the most tangy feeling…

Fry: It will surely be something out of this world!

Fry: I need two dishes not found anywhere else, which together will contain these qualities!

Fry: Once you have found them, bring them back to me! The reward will be well worth it! Hahaha!

[Talk again]

Fry: Hey hey! Did you bring the ingredients? Or are you here to cook?

[Usual plus]

[We're here for the request.]

Fry: Oho! Down to business, eh? Well, did you bring the two ingredients?

Textbox: Yes

No

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Explorer Check]

Amber: Stop! These items are not yours!

Cenn: Huh!? You're saying we're liars!?

Pisci: Explorers don't lie! You should check again!

Amber: I know how to do my job! Don't you dare try to swindle me!

Gen: T-Team Snakemouth!

Kabbu: What is the matter here!?

Eri: They're trying to steal Amber's items!

Pisci: We're not! Look at our permit!

Pisci: Would a Maki-Approved team EVER lie for some cheap items?

Leif: ...That permit's fake.

Cenn: What'd ya say!?

Vi: Uh, really?

Leif: It's missing its crystals. Haven't you noticed? This is obviously some cheap imitation.

Kabbu: Thieves, and a farce to boot!? You will answer for your crimes!

Gen: Whew, good thing you're here. We had no idea…

Cenn: To heck with it! We'll just take these by force!

[Fight]

Cenn: R-Real explorers are this strong!?

Pisci: Let’s bail!

[Post-fight]

Leif: Drats. We let them get away.

Amber: Oh, thank you. I can't do enough to repay you.

Kabbu: Pay no mind to it, Ms. Amber. Your services are already most helpful.

Gen: This is bad. They'll just come back and harass someone else!

Eri: We have no idea where they'd flee to, though…

Vi: Their permit's fake, right? Maybe they'll try to steal a real one?

Gen: We'll check out the area near the Association, then!

Kabbu: We shall as well. Let's get them with haste!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[after getting sub to Bugaria Pier]

Sign: The Termite Kingdom is proud to bring the Termacade to the Ant City!

Sign: Come play fun games to earn tokens, which you can use to trade for unique prizes! Only here, at the Termacade!

[before talking to Ant outside]

Desk Twin: First timers? Please talk to our associate outside to get started at the Termacade!

Floor Twin: Is it your first time here? Please talk to our associate outside before you get started!

[Spy either Twin]

Kabbu: The Termacade is incredible! This is the power of science!

Vi: Eh, it's no Honey Factory.

Leif: Does the Factory have GAMES, Vi?

Vi: W-Well…

Leif: Termacade wins. Time to go for a high score.

[Spy Purple Ant]

Leif: They sure hired the, uh, peppiest Ant for this job.

Vi: You can't sell games with a frown!

Kabbu: M-Maybe she's really happy! Just...on the inside?

[first talk]

Purple Ant: Welcome to the Termacade.

Ant: You are new players, aren't you? Since this is our grand opening, here is something to get you started.

Ant: You can check how many tokens you have in the Key Item Menu.

Ant: Have fun in the Termacade.

[subsequent talks]

Ant: Please enjoy your time in the Termacade and have fun.

Floor Twin: Welcome to the Termacade! I can help you with any questions regarding our games! How can I help?

Textbox: About Mite Knight.

About Flower Journey.

We're fine.

[examine cabinet]

Floor Twin: Are you interested in playing [ Mite Knight/Flower Journey]? It is [25/10] tokens for a playthrough!

Textbox: Yes

No

About [Mite Knight/Flower Journey].

Desk Twin: Hello! Welcome to the Termacade's Exchange Counter! How may I help you today?

Textbox: Buy Tokens.

Exchange Tokens.

Just came to talk.

We're fine.

[postcanon]

Seedling Slayer: Hohoh! Now that peace's returned, my quest to become the SEEDLING SLAYER starts anew!

[first talk]

Kabbu: We meet again, friend! ...May we ask your name?

Kenny: Oh, hey there. It's Kenny. You're Vi, Kabbu and Leif, correct?

Vi: Heheh. Word gets around!

Leif: We're surprised it took you this long to reach the Ant Kingdom.

Kenny: It's quite cozy, and bustling. Many cultures come together here.

Kenny: But before you ask, I don't think I'll stay here either.

Leif: It's a long search, huh.

Kenny: Everywhere I've been to is wonderful. I just wish to see more.

Vi: Well, let's meet up again later!

[talk again]

Kenny: Some say it's the journey, not the destination. What's my destination, though...?

Common Kenny spy

5. Underground Tavern

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Here it is! The secret place for those who live dangerously!

Leif: ...And we're to believe you were a member of this club?

Kabbu: It explains your combat abilities…

Vi: Surprised, huh?

Reed: Hmph. Behave, Vi. My work's daunting enough without having to keep my eye on you.

Leif: Yeah, Vi. You better behave.

Vi: Shush. I'm not going to do anything.

Kabbu: Worry not, bouncer. We will make sure to stay in your good graces.

[Spy Reed]

Vi: Ugh, can we not deal with Reed? I'm allergic to bouncers.

Leif: We shudder just thinking what you did to get on his bad side…

Kabbu: ...Indeed. Given the nature of this place, it's actually quite impressive that you had to be thrown out.

Vi: I didn't do anything! I just forgot the code!

Leif: Sure thing, Vi. Sure thing.

Kabbu: Celia, may I ask you a question?

Celia: What is it, Kabbu?

Kabbu: Does the Queen know of this place?

Celia: SHH! Don't mention her, you will get us kicked out!

Kabbu: O-oh. Sorry.

Leif: We assume this means "no".

[Spy Celia]

Kabbu: I wonder how many Ants know of this place.

Vi: Quite a lot. I've seen some come now and then.

Kabbu: No, what I mean is...the Anthill is just close by... How come the Ants didn't dig tunnels through here yet?

Vi: That's classified information, Kabbu. You better drop it before they hear us.

Leif: That only makes us want to know why more.

Levi: Thanks again for helping us out with Scarlet.

Levi: We will resume our search for him...once we recover from our injuries.

[Spy Levi]

Kabbu: So even Levi has his shady side too…

Leif: You sound disappointed.

Kabbu: While he may not be one of the top explorers, I still looked up to him…

Vi: Come now, Kabbu. Everyone needs a bit of danger in their lives!

Vi: Besides, you're here too now, so don't think you're always sparkly clean.

Kabbu: ...You're right…

(minibubble) Kabbu: *Sob*

Bea: Hey y'all. Reckon you'd like some of Doppel's good old Berry Juice? It'd be 12 berries.

Textbox: Sure thing partner.

No thanks mate.

[Spy Bea]

Vi: The bar's pretty full... Bea must be working really hard today.

Leif: Bea...is a Bee, right? She looks a bit strange.

Kabbu: White bees... In the north, they tend to work outside of Hives.

Vi: Uh huh. Dunno where she's from, though.

Leif: A renegade Bee, doing whatever she wants. She's a bit like you, Vi.

Vi: Heheheh. Sounds right to me!

[If you try standing next to her and talking]

Carmina: Have you no etiquette? If you have any business with me, talk to me from across the table!

[Spy Carmina]

Kabbu: Those things she's holding…

Leif: They seem like cards. A game to pass the time?

Vi: Didn't know you could play cards by yourself...

Kabbu: Vi, have you never played Solitaire!?

Vi: Nope.

Leif: Neither have we.

Kabbu: Ngh... We truly feel "Solitaire" now...

[Quest: Card Masters of Bugaria]

[First talk across the table]

Carmina: A challenge? Bring out your deck. Let us duel with honor.

Vi: Um, what?

Kabbu: What's a deck?

Carmina: Tch. Have you come to waste my time, then? I live and die by the card.

Carmina: If you're not here to play, leave.

Leif: Sounds interesting. Won't you tell us more? We may surprise you.

Carmina: You expect me to teach a newbie the ropes?

Carmina: ...Well, sure. It's been a slow day.

Carmina: The first thing you'll need is a proper deck of cards.

Vi: We aren't gonna have to buy some, are we?

Carmina: Decks are built from Enemy Spy Data. You should hold a few right now, even.

Kabbu: Oh, yes! I do love spying!

Carmina: You'll need at least one Boss Card, two Miniboss Cards and one Enemy Card.

Carmina: Come talk to me when you're ready. I long for battle.

[insufficient spy types]

Carmina: ...These aren't nearly enough.

Carmina: Come back once you have one Boss Card, two Miniboss Cards and one Enemy Card.

Carmina: There's someone selling spies here, if you're in a rush.

(minibubble) Vi: Noooo!

[have enough spies]

Carmina: ...Hmm. Yes, these will do. Although I can't speak of their quality.

Leif: You'll battle us, then?

Carmina: Already? Thought you'd appreciate the basics.

Textbox: Please teach us.

We studied.

[Win]

Carmina: Hm. Well done.

Carmina: Seems you are ready for the real thing...

Carmina: If you're ready for the real thing, let's get it started.

[Lose]

Carmina: Hmph. Oh well. There's always next time.

[talk again]

Carmina: You're up for our duel?

Textbox: Rematch Time!

Can you explain the rules again?

No thanks.

[Lose]

Carmina: That was disappointing. But at least it helped pass the time.

Leif: Tch. We'll get you next time.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Hang in there!

[Win]

Carmina: ...! I've lost!?

Leif: So it seems. Good game.

Carmina: Ahahaha... Ahahahahah!

Carmina: That I did. An excellent duel, Leif.

Vi: We get anything for winning?

Leif: Don't bring your greed into our battleground, Vi.

Carmina: Mhm. This was nothing more than a duel to clash our wits. To think I'd be bested…

Carmina: But if you really want a prize, there's a big competition on Metal Island.

Carmina: Rich bugs board the boat on the pier there, and watch us play for sport.

Carmina: The entry is pricey, but nothing compared to the prize.

Vi: Wait, you can make money playing card games?

Leif: It sounds fun. Can we enter, then?

Carmina: Take this, Leif.

Carmina: If you wish to enter...you'll need to fill up that Blank Card.

Carmina: Search for the four Card Masters across Bugaria. That's all I can say.

Kabbu: Could we have a tip, at least? Bugaria is quite vast…

Carmina: ...Eh, sure. Why not. The first card master...is old. Good luck.

Vi: Heheh. Let's go look for them! You've gotta win that prize!

Leif: You can keep the prize. We play for glory.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Don't forget the mission...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[First talk]

Tatel: Psst.

Leif: Huh?

Tatel: You're explorers, right?

Vi: Well, yeah. You new here?

Tatel: You could say that... I've got a nice deal for you. Very nice.

Kabbu: This seems incredibly shady, par for the course…

Tatel: Shady? Gosh, no. I'm an honest informant!

Tatel: I'm sure there's enemies you've forgotten to Spy…

Tatel: For a few berries, I'll give you information about one of them. Randomly.

Leif: Randomly? How does that even work?

Tatel: Trade secret.

Vi: Uh...sure. We'll check it out later or something.

Kabbu: (Venus, I hope not.)

Tatel: Hey there. Come for some spy data?

[Spy Tatel]

Kabbu: ...? Okay, I need some help. I can't figure out what type of bug this lady is…

Leif: Hmm...maybe she's a Moth?

Vi: No way.

Leif: We could just ask her…

Kabbu: N-No! It will make us seem so uncultured! I'd rather never know...

Dan: Ahh, Doppel's Berry Juice. It has that little kick the competition just can't offer me...!

[Spy Dan]

Vi: Sometimes I see this Beetle at Fry's. He eats pretty much anything…

Leif: Ah, a true gourmet. We may have things in common.

Vi: Yeah. You're both weirdos, alright.

Leif: …

[Walking up to Shades the first time]

Vi: SHADES! You sold me stolen stuff!

Shades: Kehehe… So you've noticed, Vi? Should you be surprised?

Vi: Do you know how much trouble I almost got in!?

Shades: Kehehehe. It's all part of doing business here. And before you ask, I never give out refunds! Kehehehehe!

Vi: Grrr!

Leif: Uh, is this your...friend, Vi?

Vi: Not anymore.

Shades: Ow, really? That hurts, you know?

Kabbu: Shades...you sell Medals and trinkets, yes?

Leif: Pretty rare ones, from the looks of it.

Shades: Kehehe! Good eye, my cold friend!

Shades: Welcome to Shades' rare Medal shop, where only the rarest of the rarest Medals are for sale!

Kabbu: These are likely stolen, but...! They seem like they'd cost so many berries!

Shades: Berries? No, nono! No, my round friend.

Shades: We only accept very top quality Crystal Berries here!

Shades: Normal berries are for chumps, Crystal Berries are where it is at!

Leif: We did find a few, but... Are we really going to buy from a thief?

Shades: Kehehehe. If it makes you feel better, not ALL of them are stolen…

Vi: ...It's for the mission, right?

Kabbu: Sigh... Alright. For the mission.

Shades: Every bug's got a price! You chose a good shop to bet your integrity on!

Shades: Just stand near what you want and press |button,4| to check it out! Kekekehehehe!

Kabbu: I immediately regret this.

Leif: For the mission, Kabbu. For the mission.

[subsequent talks]

Shades: Come to ol' uncle Shades for the latest, hottest Medals around, haven't you? Kehehe!

Textbox: Wha'cha sellin'?

We’d like to see more medals.

We're just browsing.

[Wha'cha sellin'?]

Shades: Kehehe! You can see all I'm offering right over there! Press |button,4| on whatever ya fancy!

Shades: I have lots of Medals and I like to change my stock now and then, so keep coming! Keep coming!

Shades: Maybe sometime there will be something you fancy? Kehehehehe!

Shades: Oh, and I only accept Crystal Berries here! Don't give me those crummy common berries! Kehehe!

[We're just browsing./exiting out]

Shades: Alright! Alright! Kehehe! But you should buy now while you still can! Kehehehehe!

[select medal]

Shades: That's |string,0| Medal! For only |var,10|, it can be yours…

Textbox: Gimme! Gimme!

Not this time.

[Gimme! Gimme!]

Shades: Kehehe! Here you go my lovelies...

Shades: Come back if you still have any berries left to spend! Kehehe!

[Not this time.]

Shades: Kehehe. Okay. Your loss.

[Insufficient funds]

Shades: Oh hoho! Not enough! Not enough! Too bad, I guess!

[Spy Shades]

Vi: Shades' business is booming as always.

Kabbu: You know, Vi...given the nature of this place, can we be sure he's acquired all this legally?

Vi: Shh. Keep it up and they'll throw you out!

Leif: That's useful to know...

[First talk to Doppel]

Doppel: ...Howdy, look what the wind brought back.

Vi: Hi, Doppel.

Leif: Another ladybug? We thought…

(minibubble) Doppel: !

Kabbu: What are you saying, Leif? This Doppel sir is a fine Beetle.

Leif: ...Kabbu.

Kabbu: What?

Leif: ...Nothing. It's nothing.

Vi: A-Ahahaha, anyways... Um, this is Doppel! He runs the bar.

Doppel: That I do. Give the folks a bit more space to be free. Rowdier.

Kabbu: Err... What do you mean, Doppel?

Doppel: We handle jobs no one else can, pardner. Those too dangerous for the regular explorer.

Doppel: And in exchange, we get some nice favors with the Queen's folks…

Vi: And a big bunch'a berries!

Leif: Sounds interesting. What kind of jobs, then?

Doppel: Monsters. The type that wipe out squads by themselves.

Kabbu: …

Doppel: Scared?

Vi: As if!

Doppel: If you want to know more, mates...check the board here.

Doppel: And come see me if you complete any of them.

Kabbu: ...We will. Team, let's get rid of those pests.

Leif: Someone's pumped…

Vi: Agreed! Let's go get rich!

Vi: Er...carefully!

[Spy Doppel]

Vi: Running a bar sounds super fun!

Leif: You'd run just about any business that'd pay well, huh.

Kabbu: Vi, I support you, but...conduct clean business!

[Check quest board]

Doppel: Interested in that quest?

Textbox: We will do it!

Not now.

[talk after taking quests]

Doppel: Back already?

[talk again]

Doppel: You've done Bugaria a great service. Let's see if the Queen takes notice…

[after digging up first dark cherry]

[Spy Dark Cherry Salesman, before talking]

Vi: Huh. This guy's new.

Leif: He keeps staring at us... Let's see what he wants.

[first talk]

Dark Cherry Salesman: Huh!? That smell......!

Dark Cherry Salesman: You've found some Dark Cherries, haven't you?!

Kabbu: Uh, well, yes. How did you…

Dark Cherry Salesman: SNOOOOOOOORT! Yes, yes! I can feel their SCENT all over you!

(minibubble) Leif: Gross.

Dark Cherry Salesman: I have a lot of Dark Cherries with me, you see... I can smell them from miles away!

Dark Cherry Salesman: So rare and valuable... Dear cherry lovers, I'll sell some of mine for 50 berries each!

Vi: What?! Can't you lower that a bit?

Dark Cherry Salesman: Finding these cherries is no easy task! Even for my expert nose!

Dark Cherry Salesman: 50 berries. It's a steal.

Leif: We did hear of some amazing recipes using them... Hmm…

Dark Cherry Salesman: Hyuk hyuk hyuk! Please consider it, cherry lovers! It's an amazing deal!

[Spy Dark Cherry Salesman, after talking]

Kabbu: This uh, peculiar bug seems obsessed with Dark Cherries.

Leif: They ARE rare and delicious. Don't you wonder where he found so many?

Vi: Maybe he has like, a secret underground garden full of them!

Leif: We must find that garden ASAP.

Kabbu: ...You're not planning a robbery in front of him, are you!?

[talk again]

Dark Cherry Salesman: Ah! My dear cherry lovers! My offer still stands for you and you only... 50 berries for these cherries!

Textbox: We will take one.

What can we do with these?

That's too much!

[Quest: In Search of Paint...]

[first talk]

Vi: Hey, Reed.

Reed: Vi... What do you want?

Kabbu: A-are you Artia's boyfriend?

Reed: Yes I am... What is that to you? Looking for trouble, chubby?

Leif: We are doing a request for her. She asked us to get the blackest paint.

Leif: But the guy that has it doesn't want anything to do with us.

Reed: I see. I know she wants the paint, but...

Reed: I really didn't want her to get involved with that guy.

Reed: I may be a tough guy, but she is my soft spot. Wouldn't want to get her into trouble.

Reed: But since you're going in her place... I suppose I could assist you.

Reed: I used to know the guy but we have had a...falling out. So I couldn't get the paint from him anyway.

Reed: He'd probably do something horrible to me if I went by myself. But he still owes me a favor from long ago…

Reed: So here, give this to him.

Reed: Don't you dare open that, it contains sensitive info. Info for his eyes only.

Reed: Just give that to him and don't ask questions. He will give you the paint.

Leif: You know, just saying that makes us even more curious.

Vi: Uh, Leif, don't. Alright? Wouldn't want to never be able to sleep again knowing something could happen to us.

Reed: Listen, just do this and everything will end without issues.

Reed: I can trust you with that, can't I, Vi?

Vi: Yeah, yeah. I know, Reed. Just leave it to me.

Reed: Good.

Kabbu: (This is sooo shady...)

[talk again before delivering]

Reed: Deliver the note and everything will be fine. Don't you dare open it though.

Vi: We know, we know.

[talk after completing quest]

Reed: Vi, don't think that this favor makes me forgive you for your past deeds.

Vi: You tell me every time, Reed.

Reed: ...Still. Thanks.

(minibubble) Vi: ...!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[buy everything from shop]

Shades: Kehehe! Vi, you've run me out of stock!

Vi: Your fault for selling super good stuff!

Shades: Kehehe ... The new code...it's " FRAMEONE"!

Leif: We can already get in, though…

Shades: Kehehe ... There's a "menu" you can input that on.

Kabbu: Menu? I do not understand…

Shades: Keh. Sorry. That's all I know.

Shades: Thanks for all the business! Kehehe!!!

[postcanon]

Levi: Ladybugs are free to roam the Ant Kingdom now! The Queen has my gratitude.

Levi: ...Even so, I've gotten used to this place. I hope she won't mind.

Celia: The Queen's earned a lot of respect since dealing with the Wasp King.

Celia: ...She's mellowed out. I hope she can rest easy with the Sapling gone.

[Spy Levi or Celia]

Kabbu: Now that everything's over, perhaps we should drink some juice with Levi and Celia.

Leif: We owe them a round, anyways. Remember when they helped us save Neo?

Vi: And they took the hits from Scarlet first!

Kabbu: It's been quite the journey! Heheh... Bea, 5 Berry Juices for us!

[finished all bounties]

Stratos: Hm. You really went and beat those monsters up.

Stratos: My only regret is I didn't get to see it. Heh.

Delilah: Hey, Team Snakemouth! Amazing work out there!

Delilah: Bugaria's way safer now, thanks to you clearing those bounties!

[Spy Delilah or Stratos]

Leif: That's a wrap for the bounties. Thankfully, we had their tips to find them.

Vi: It's kinda weird to take all the credit…

Kabbu: They're satisfied having found the monsters and sent us to them…

Kabbu: I'm grateful, but you're right. It's not enough! Bea! Some juice for them!

[Quest: Getting Bored]

[first talk]

Delilah: ...Heheh. Figured you'd take the quest.

Stratos: You've come to..."entertain" us?

Leif: If Doppel won't mind a broken table or two.

Vi: Loser pays the repairs, heheheh…

Kabbu: I-Isn't everyone being a bit too eager for violence…

Delilah: Hey, it's just banter!

Stratos: Although I do agree with loser paying for repairs.

Delilah: Just holler when you're ready to fight, alright?

[subsequent talks]

Delilah: Ready to go?

Stratos: You're dear comrades, but we won't hold back.

Textbox: Yes

No

[Lose]

Vi: N-No... The bill...

Leif: Ngh...That's gonna cost us...

Kabbu: What power... No wonder they can afford to slack…

Delilah: That was fun! Let's do it again sometime!

(minibubble) Stratos: Mhm.

[Win]

Stratos: H-Heh... As expected of those who beat up the Wasp King.

Delilah: Aww... I was really hoping we'd win, you know...

Vi: You're pretty good!

Leif: We can go again anytime.

Kabbu: N-Not anytime! Let's rest a bit!

Delilah: Time to pick up the tab. Oh, you can have this too!

Stratos: Thanks for the fun time.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

Ant Mines

1. Tunnels

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: Just what is Elizant up to with all these tunnels?

Kabbu: It seems the Queen hopes to connect many parts of Bugaria with these Ant Tunnels.

Vi: It's gonna make clearing quests a breeze!

Leif: Sure hope there's not an ulterior motive…

Overseer: Hey, you're the team that brought the artifact from Snakemouth, aren't ya?

Overseer: I'm the overseer here at the mines. We're digging tunnels across all of Bugaria to make life easier for everyone.

Overseer: Currently only explorers can use the tunnels we've finished. We haven't opened them to the public yet.

Overseer: We do have someone out to open them, but she's probably slacking off.

Overseer: We're behind schedule already... I hope the Queen doesn't get mad at us again.

[talk again]

Overseer: Have you seen Diana? She should be giving finishing touches to the spots leading back here.

Overseer: She's probably lazing off somewhere though... If you see her, speed her up a bit.

[Spy Overseer/Miners]

Vi: The miners look cool. Way cooler than they need to!

Leif: Might as well do their job in style.

Kabbu: (Should we work on our style more...?)

Miner Ant: One Ant could've never done all this. That's the beauty of teamwork for you.

Nessa: ZzZzZzZzZzZzZz...

Miner Ant: Stand back!

Miner Ant: If I hurt you swinging this thing, I'll get in trouble with the boss.

Miner outside Golden Settlement: Great, from farmer to miner. Ugh, I wish I could just run a shop…

Vivi: Phew... I've finally finished the Defiant Root pathway. Now I can visit the wonderful Bee Kingdom whenever I want!

Vivi: Shopping, the museums, the food... Ah! Why was I born as an ant?

[Ch 6]

Overseer: Oi, Team Snakemouth! During the attack, a piece of the main crystal fell off.

Overseer: We turned it into a pretty nifty tool for you! Would you mind testing it?

Overseer: This compass always points to this big crystal. Use it whenever you want to travel back here.

Overseer: There's quite a few tunnels leadin' back here already, the compass will take you to them!

Miner Ant: Ugh. Never expected the Wasps to drill from under the castle... Our tunnels are all messed up now!

Miner Ant: At least the main crystal is unharmed.

Miner outside Far Grasslands: Hmm. Rocks are simple to break through. The Far Grassland's flora was a big challenge, though.

Miner outside Termite Kingdom: T-The Forsaken Lands are so creepy. We needed a lot of escorts while digging.

Miner: I'm so glad we're done working there...

Miner outside Metal Island: Metal Island... It's just so expensive! I can't even imagine what kind of bugs do business there!

Miner: Why does the Queen want a tunnel there? Just to save on boat fare...?

Miner outside Rubber Prison: Watch out! This tunnel here leads to Rubber Prison and Giant's Lair!

Miner: Whatever you want there, don't blame me if anything goes wrong!

[after all tunnels unlocked]

Overseer: We...We did it! All tunnels are complete! Diana's back, too!

Ant Mines Guide: Hello, Team Snakemouth. I can bring you to many places, some for a small fee. Any of these sound appealing?

Textbox: Ant City Plaza

Patton's Hut - 10 berries

Snakemouth Den - 5 berries

Bugaria Pier - 8 berries

Nowhere.

[Spy Guide]

Kabbu: Is there a need to wear a cloak inside a mine?

Vi: It's super dusty! We should wear cloaks here too!

Leif: Eh. We bet she just wants to look mysterious...

[either in the mines proper or the break room]

[Quest: I want a Souvenir]

Leif: Are you Vivi? We took your request.

Vivi: Oh, great! I really, really want to visit the Bee Kingdom...but the Queen hasn't allowed us to leave yet.

Vivi: Did you bring me something from there?

[Talk again after quest]

Vivi: Thank you for that hat! I really treasure it.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[postgame]

Miner Ant: Glad everything is fixed now! Thanks for your help!

Miner: Can't believe Nessa slept through all that ruckus, though. I swear she only works when no one is looking.

2. Break Room

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Whew. I'm beat. Let's rest up!

Kabbu: This break room's for the miners!

[Spy any but ! Sign ant]

Vi: The miners look cool. Way cooler than they need to!

Leif: Might as well do their job in style.

Kabbu: (Should we work on our style more...?)

Ant: I hate Metal Island. I'm not even gonna get paid enough to afford food there.

Ant: Digging's gonna be easy. Setting the entrance with all that grass, though...

Ant: I quit farming to mine, but maybe that wasn't the best choice...

Ant: A-Am I really the right one to dig at that scary place?

Vivi: The Defiant Root tunnel's coming along. I'm glad it'll be next to the Bee elevator!

Ant: Is it a good idea to dig THERE? Hope it doesn't backfire...

[Spy Ant]

Leif: What's the point of holding a stop sign in the mines? Can't she just yell "stop"?

Kabbu: We shouldn't assume any of the extreme dangers that come with breaking rocks!

[all tunnels unlocked]

[Spy Diana]

Leif: Diana's finally done. How bittersweet.

Kabbu: I'll miss finding her across the world!

Vi: I'm glad the tunnels are done, though!

[first talk, never talked with]

Diana: Hello there! Name is Diana. First time we meet, right?

Vi: Is it?

Diana: Yeah, don't remember seeing you around before.

Diana: Anyway nice to meet ya!

Leif: Well, what are you doing here?

Diana: Oh, I just finished building all the tunnels around Bugaria, so I'm just resting.

Kabbu: You made all the tunnels?

Diana: Yeah, it was a hard job, lemme tell ya.

Diana: But it is done now, so now I'm just resting.

Vi: Huh, neat. Thanks I guess, these tunnels are super helpful!

Diana: No problem! Just doing my job. See ya around!

[Subsequent talks, never talked]

Diana: A job well done! It's time to rest up!

Leif: Did we see her working anywhere...?

[first talk, talked and paid for at least one tunnel]

Diana: Oh, hey there folks! All tunnels are finally done!

Vi: Awesome! This will make travelling a breeze.

Diana: Indeed! It was tiring work, but the Queen seems satisfied.

Diana: Oh yeah, thanks for giving me those berries earlier. I feel a bit bad about asking you for them…

Diana: So here, these should help us stay even!

Diana: Well I'm just going to stay here and rest a while. Don't know what the next work is, but gotta be at full power for it!

Diana: See you around, folks!

Kabbu: Enjoy your rest, Diana!

[first talk, talked but didn’t pay for tunnel]

Diana: Oh, hey there folks! All tunnels are finally done!

Vi: Awesome! This will make travelling a breeze.

Diana: Indeed! It was tiring work, but the Queen seems satisfied.

Diana: Well I'm just going to stay here and rest a while. Don't know what the next work is, but gotta be at full power for it!

Diana: See you around, folks!

Kabbu: Enjoy your rest, Diana!

[subsequent talks, talked with or without paying]

Diana: A job well done! Thanks for the good times, y'all.

Leif: A pleasure waking you up...

Ant Palace

1. Bridge

[Story, first entrance]

Maki: Oh, if it isn't Eetl. Vi and Kabbu too.

Eetl: Maki! Perfect timing!

Maki: The news spread quickly. So, you two succeeded? You conquered Snakemouth?

Maki: You've made a friend, even…

(minibubble) Leif:...

Vi: You bet we did! You were all worried for nothing!

Maki: It seems my intuition was correct. I'm quite relieved…

Maki: I have arranged a meeting with the Queen for you. She is expecting us right now.

Eetl: Well, since Maki is going with you, I guess it's back to work for me.

Kabbu: Thank you for accompanying us, Eetl.

Maki: No problem. Stay out of trouble, alright?

Maki: Well then, let us go. Lead the way!

[Overworld spy, with Maki]

Kabbu: What an impressive view.

Maki: The Ant Kingdom was built with hard work and loyalty to the Queen.

Maki: This castle truly embodies that, if you ask me.

Kabbu: Indeed. It's an honor to be standing here.

[Spy Ant, with Maki]

Kabbu: What is this Ant doing?

Maki: She is always staring at the castle. Leave her be.

Ant: The castle is amazing... Isn't it?

Ant: Our antcestors built it, but I can't imagine where we would start if we needed another anthill...

[Spy Ant]

Kabbu: This Ant is always here, looking at the palace.

Vi: Doesn't she have anything better to do?

Leif: You're one to talk.

Right Ant Guard: …

Kabbu: Greetings, fellow guard!

Right Ant Guard: …

Kabbu: Not one for words, I see…

Left Ant Guard: I know I'm keeping the castle safe, but I hope my friend isn't too bored waiting for me…

[Spy either Ant Guard]

Leif: Standing watch over the castle every day…

Vi: Must get super boring, right? Right?

Kabbu: Now, you two. All honest work is good work.

Leif: Easy for you to say. You spend the whole day exploring.

Vi: Yeah. I'd like to see you try being a receptionist!

Kabbu: I-If it is to make ends meet...I would endure...!

[Overworld Spy, regular]

Kabbu: What an impressive view. I am glad we are enjoying it together.

Leif: It's impressive how well the palace stood the test of time.

Vi: ...I wonder if the Hive's been remodeled, or something…

[first wasp invasion]

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Oh no! The palace!

Kabbu: We must hurry!!!

Ant Guard: I couldn't...protect...

Ant Guard: ...

Kabbu: Save your strength! We'll take care of this!

[post-first wasp invasion]

Left Ant Guard: I was a fool... I haven't been taking my duties seriously.

Guard: I'm so glad my friend wasn't harmed...

[ch5, returning from Wasp Kingdom]

Left Ant Guard: Team Snakemouth!

Guard: Please hurry!

[ch6]

Left Ant Guard: I can't believe the Wasps attacked again! Argh!

Guard: Just...Just what am I good for...!? What am I guarding for!?

[Ending]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: Everyone here has supported our journey…

Leif: We couldn't have done it alone, that's for sure.

Vi: And that's ok! When you work together you can do cooler stuff!

Leif: ...You've matured, Vi.

Kabbu: Four bees' worth!

Vi: ...Thanks.

Neo: The Roaches live!? I've got so much research to do!

Mayor: Kabbu, everyone...I've always known you would do great things!

Aria: Venus insisted on coming to thank you...I must keep her hidden!

Venus: Aria worries too much! ...Thanks for helping everyone out!

Mothiva:…

Kabbu: Mothiva, thank you for helping us!

Mothiva: ...! O- Ohohoho! It was nothing!

Mothiva: ...............

Mothiva: Thanks.

Zasp: Let's relax, shall we? There's a good mood today.

[haven’t finished Requesting Assistance]

Levi: The kingdom is safe. What a relief!

Celia: We, uh, couldn't have done it without you...Thanks.

[finished Requesting Assistance]

Celia: We did it! ...I think we all need a vacation.

Levi: Hahah! Nonsense. We must work together to keep the peace!

[haven’t finished Explorer Check]

Gen: You really did it!

Eri: Sorry we couldn't help more... We owe you!

[finished Explorer Check]

Gen: We really did it, Team Snakemouth!

Eri: I think we're like, better explorers thanks to you!

[haven’t finished Leif’s Request]

H.B.: Not surprising you'd help us, after the factory.

[finished Leif’s request]

H.B.: Say, Leif. With the factory and this solved, need an examination?

Leif: Let's, uh...let's say we figured it out.

[haven’t done Card Masters of Bugaria]

Crow: The professor's being really nice today! Phew...

[did Card Masters of Bugaria]

Crow: ...The professor didn't let me play Spy Cards with the others…

Crow: Being professional sucks sometimes...I-I mean! Thank you so much for everything!

[haven’t finished Leif’s Request]

Hawk: The Bee Kingdom...all kingdoms owe you. Please accept my humble thanks.

[finished Leif’s Request]

Hawk: All kingdoms...and my family are safe thanks to you. Words aren't enough.

Honeycomb: ...I feel quite calm. Thanks, runts.

Honeycomb: Honestly, at my age it feels like it's not my problem...but it's nice to see things turn out fine.

[finished Leif’s Request]

Muze: You should've told us you were protecting all of us!

Muze: Hehehe...I'll bake you a cake later. Make sure to come eat it!

Leif: ...Hehe. Yeah, Muze. That sounds great.

Tod: Woah! My uncle's SO COOL! EXPLORERS ARE AWESOME!

Leif: Ah, um...thanks.

Grandpa: Greatness runs in the family, eh?

Grandpa: You gotta tell us about yer adventures sometime! How about over our next dinner?

Leif: You got it, pops. Hope you're ready for a long one.

Rebecca: Ellie's so happy today! It's all thanks to you nice kids!

[finished Vi’s request]

Jaune: Vi...you're the best explorer ever, you know that?

Vi: I'm gonna need a huge painting! From the most talented artist in the Bee Kingdom!

Vi: When can you start making it?

Jaune: Ahahaha! Oh gosh, Vi! Go to your ceremony already!

Bianca: Vi, Kabbu, Leif. The Bee Kingdom extends its utmost honor and gratitude.

Bianca: Vi...you've made me so proud! You've opened new frontiers for all Bees!

Vi: A-Ahahaha...Yeah! I really did!

Bianca: I hope you'll come visit more often, my dear child.

Hector: We couldn't quite transport Layra to the ceremony…

Hector: But she sends her regards. I do, as well!

Vanessa: My people are free...I will never be able to thank you enough.

Leif: You don't need to, it was the right thing to do.

Vanessa: So humble! Please, I hope you'll visit our Kingdom now that the dust's settled.

Kabbu: ...Umm…

Fuff: ...Let us start anew after the ceremony, yes?

[go through door to palace]

Textbox: Are you ready for the ceremony?

[postgame]

Left Ant Guard: This has been a great learning experience.

Left Ant Guard: For the sake of my friend, I'll become an even stronger guard!

[Quest: Confidential]

[Spy before talking]

Kabbu: Sir Maki, Kina and Yin!

Leif: Yup. Let's see what's up.

Maki: Team Snakemouth. I was hoping you would be the ones to take my request.

Vi: What's up with Yin?

Leif: She's become a pupa?

Kina: Ugh, yeah. After the ceremony she just...woke up like this.

Kabbu: She should mature soon, then!

Maki: I doubt it. You see, I've been researching Yin…

Maki: In the first place, she shouldn't have been a caterpillar for so long.

Leif: Are you worried she'll get stuck as a pupa?

(minibubble) Kina: I wish.

Maki: Yeah. But I've got a theory.

Maki: After you enter the Far Grasslands, head west and then keep walking north.

Maki: I'll explain everything there.

Vi: Gotcha. We'll meet up there!

Kina: *Sigh* Don't keep us waiting, okay?

[after completing quest]

Yin: Go...Good morning! Thanks...for h-help!

[Spy Yin]

Kabbu: Yin's such a good girl! ...Must we fight her?

Vi: She's gotta learn somewhere!

Leif: She radiates magic, too. She won't be a pushover.

Kabbu: Even though she's so young...?

Kina: Yin's not that annoying when you can understand her…

Kina: D-Don't tell her I said that!!!

[Spy Kina]

Leif: Seems Kina and Maki finally stopped splitting up.

Vi: And she doesn't make the scary faces anymore!

Kabbu: I'm still relieved nothing happened to Maki in the Far Grasslands…

Kabbu: The massive guilt aside, Kina would've...*Gulp*

[Spy Maki]

Kabbu: Getting to fight Sir Maki is the greatest of honors!

Vi: Heheh. Especially after that test of his!

Leif: We missed that test. What was it?

Kabbu: Sir Maki took both Vi and I on his own, without breaking a sweat!

Vi: ...And then he just said "you pass". Grr!

Leif: Hm. It's payback time, then. We'll support you.

[first talk]

Maki: Ah, you came. Let me thank you for your help once more.

Leif: You've helped us plenty. Let's say we're even.

Kabbu: You mentioned sparring back in the Far Grasslands…

(minibubble) Vi :...

Maki: One must face worthy opponents, or become rusty.

Maki: It'd be an honor to face Team Snakemouth's might.

Vi: Heh. You sure you wanna fight!? We took down the Wasp King, y'know!?

(minibubble) Kina: So what!?

Maki: It's true that I wasn't lucky enough to hold a Flame Brooch.

Leif: Hmph. Did she hurt your ego?

Kabbu: E-Everyone, this is a friendly sparring match…

Maki: ...Yes. A "friendly sparring match". Let me know when you're prepared for it.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Gulp...

[subsequent talks]

Maki: Would you like to spar? Be careful, though. We won't hold back.

Textbox: Yes

No

[if you beat Kina then Yin]

Kina: W-WHAT!? You're powering up 'cuz YIN went down!?

Kina: WHAT ABOUT ME!? GRRRRRR...!

Maki: I-It's not like that, Kina... Yin's barely an adult!

[before their dual attack]

Maki: Kina! With me!

[lose]

Maki: A fair effort, Team Snakemouth.

Leif: Unbelievable…

Maki: You can challenge us again...when you feel you're up to par.

[win, first time]

Maki: Incredible...I must admit it, you're all incredibly strong.

Kina: Bleh...I couldn't impress Maki…

Yin: You di...did good, K-Kina!

(minibubble) Kina: ...

Vi: Y-You're strong too, wow!

Leif: It was our honor.

Kabbu: I...I feel like we're truly equal explorers now!

Maki: That's one way to look at it.

Maki: You probably spent a lot of items in that battle...use this to replenish your inventory.

Maki: If you ever want to spar again, let us know. We've learned quite a bit.

Vi: You got it!

[win again]

Maki: Tch. We were so close…

Kabbu: It will be an honor to let you try again, Sir Maki!

Leif: Heh, Kabbu can be savage without noticing…

Maki: ...Here, this is for all the items you've spent.

2. Main Room

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Kabbu: What an imposing atmosphere... The castle is stunning.

Maki: There will be time for awe later. Let us go.

Left Door Guard: Halt. Only palace dwellers are allowed beyond this point. Have a good day.

Vi: Geez. I wanted to get mad, but she was way too polite!

Right Door Guard: Only palace dwellers are allowed beyond this point. Get out.

Vi: What's her problem!?

[Spy either door guard, with Maki]

Kabbu: That's a big door.

Maki: That's an area only Ants can enter. Not even I know what is beyond that door.

Kabbu: Hm...such mystery.

Maki: We should head for the throne room, though.

Kabbu: Yes, I apologize. Let's get back on track.

[trying to go into the Library or War Room with Maki]

Maki: Stay focused. That is not the right place to go.

[Story, walking in with Maki]

Ant Lieutenant: Maki. There you are. You know the Queen hates waiting.

Kabbu: Please forgive us for the delay.

Vi: We're ready, though!

Maki: Then you wouldn't mind if we stepped right in?

Leif: No objections. The sooner we answer our doubts, the better.

Guard: That'll do. Let us proceed, then.

[Story, ch2 walking out of throne room]

Vi: Alright! We did it! Look at all these berries! Heheh…

Kabbu: Hehe. I got a big scare earlier, but I have to admit... We did really well!

Vi: We've got to celebrate! Maybe in the Golden Hills festival!

Kabbu: T-That's right! How fortunate that our expedition would line up with such an occasion!

Leif: …

Vi: Uh, Leif? You could pretend to be happy or something.

Leif: Vi...Kabbu... May we confess something?

Kabbu: Hm?

Leif: When our team left for Snakemouth…

Leif: The Queen was Elizant the First.

Vi: WHAT!?

Kabbu: W-What!? Leif, that is not possible!

Vi: Y-Yeah! I wasn't even born when the new Queen took the throne!

Leif: It's… it's the truth.

Leif: The plaza has changed, there's a new Queen, we can't find our team anywhere…

Leif: We've been trapped for...decades? We don't even know.

Leif: We hoped we were just fuzzy, but walking around has confirmed it.

Kabbu: Leif...!

Leif: And this new Queen, she rubs us the wrong wa-

Vi: S-Shh! You can't just say that in here!

Leif: Elizant the First was kind and understanding... This new Queen doesn't quite live up to her.

(minibubble) Vi: ...

(minibubble) Kabbu: ...

Leif: ...Sorry. Too much has happened. We didn't get a chance to ask anything, either.

Vi: Yikes, what should we do? This isn't normal at all…

Kabbu: Leif...

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Kabbu: I cannot understand the pain you are feeling. Probably there is no one who can.

Kabbu: But come with us. Maybe as we explore, we'll find the truth behind what has happened to you!

(minibubble) Leif: The truth...

Vi: Uh, yeah! Maybe there's clues around, or something…

Leif: ...Alright. Once again, we're left with little choice. You're fun to be around, at least.

Vi: Well, yeah!

Kabbu: Thank you, Leif. Together, we conquered Snakemouth…

Kabbu: And together, we will figure this out!

Leif: For now, let's focus on this mission. We'll be okay.

Vi: Alright! Let's head on south, for clues and glory!

(minibubble) Kabbu: (Leif...)

[Overworld spy, regular]

Kabbu: The palace... I was fortunate to be born in a time when explorers can visit it.

Leif: True. Back then, the Queen had to personally extend an invite…

Vi: Oooh. Did you get to visit, Leif?

Leif: Yeah. We were one of the first non-Ant teams willing to explore…

Leif: Although we all know how that turned out.

Kabbu: S-Sorry.

Leif: It's okay. Shall we go?

[Spy either door guard]

Leif: Now that's a big door.

Vi: I bet there's huge treasure on the other side!

Kabbu: Hmm...not quite. Ants have their own society isolated within this anthill.

Kabbu: There are probably housings and other structures for them to come back to after a hard day of work.

Leif: There's probably a lot of hoarded food, too.

Vi: Not listening. I'm not giving up on my big treasure dreams!

Ant Lieutenant: Please, let me thank you. In the name of many good bugs lost to Snakemouth... it's a relief to know others won't venture in anymore.

Kabbu: Indeed... Our search for the artifact has helped others. I am truly glad.

Leif: (If only we had bested it back then...)

[Spy Ant Lieutenant]

Vi: The laiu... lieu... the ant captain's really cool!

Kabbu: Lieutenant, Vi.

Vi: ...As I was saying, pretty cool!

Kabbu: Maki, Zaryant... The Queen has quite a dependable ensemble.

Leif: We just hope they follow out of more than obligation.

Miner Ant: Hey, explorers. I'd come visit the mines if I were you! It's a work in progress, but it's only going to improve!

[Spy Miner Ant]

Vi: Hmmmmmmm…

Kabbu: Um, what is it, Vi?

Vi: This is a miner ant, right?

Leif: Seems like it.

Vi: But she's not mining at all! She's just guiding people to the mine!

Vi: It's like studying to be a chef, but having to work at the bank!

Leif: You've made us feel a bit sorry for her…

Kabbu: Don't be like that, you two. Maybe she doesn't even like mining, and this is her dream job! Guess we'll never know...

[bringing back second artifact]

[Spy Kina, Gen, or Eri]

Kabbu: We should head to the audience...

Kina: Oh no... Maki is still not back! And we have to meet the Queen... Ugh.

Eri: I wonder why the Queen called all of us…

Gen: Whatever it was, it wasn't me!

[Story, ch3, walking out of the throne room][Quest: Leif’s Request]

Kabbu: Heh. I've never been to the Hive! This is a good opportunity.

Vi: Uh huh…

Kabbu: Vi, are you okay? I know you're not on the best terms, but-

Vi: Look, I don't wanna talk about it right now. Okay?

Kabbu: Ah…

Leif: Well, if you don't want to talk about it... There's something we want to discuss.

Vi: What's up?

Leif: Venus mentioned that our...our team got away from Snakemouth's depths.

Leif: Given the passage of time, they're most likely gone. But, we can't help but think…

Leif: Maybe their children are around. Do you follow?

Vi: Oh. Oh! That's right! Your team can be around in spirit!

Kabbu: Leif, you'd like to go look for them?

Leif: We're in the middle of a mission, so there's no rush. But if we ever find the time…

Vi: No problem! We'll just find them as we go along!

Kabbu: Indeed. We'll keep our eyes open.

Leif: ...Thank you. That's all. Let's get on with the mission.

Vi: Uh, right... Yeah. Let's go.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Oh dear...

[first wasp invasion]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: We're almost at the throne room! We must hurry!

Ant Lieutenant: Guh... the Queen... Rebecca…

Lieutenant: Save them...

Ant Guard: ...

[post-first invasion]

Ant Lieutenant: The Wasps...just left.

Lieutenant: Yet I feel they will return... We must prepare!

Lieutenant: At least Rebecca is safe. She doesn't even seem to have noticed what happened...

Miner Ant: With the Wasps gone we managed to clear out most blockades already.

Miner: That's Ant Efficiency for you!

[ch5, returning from Wasp Kingdom]

Miner Ant: ...I feel like something is happening in the throne room…

Miner Ant: But I am too afraid to check it out.

Ant Lieutenant: ...Team Snakemouth...!

Ant Lieutenant: Hurry!

[Spy Ant Lieutenant]

Kabbu: ...! Something is wrong!

Yin: M-Muh muh!

[Spy Yin]

Kabbu: Yin is shaking badly…

Leif: Something is going on at the throne room...

[Story, ch6, walking out of throne room]

Mothiva: What's going on? What's the big ruckus?

Kabbu: Well, you see...

Zasp: What!? To think this would happen behind our backs…

Mothiva: This is your fault! How dare you all lose!

Maki: We did what we could. At least we can say we were present.

Mothiva: Why you…

Kina: Mothiva... You've gotta learn to shut up sometimes!

Zasp: Watch your mouth, pink freak.

Maki: Watch your mouth, lest it suffers an unfortunate strike.

(minibubble) Kina: Hehe, Maki~!

Mothiva: Shut it! Or we'll take you all on right now!

Leif: We can't afford to waste any time. We can argue when the kingdom's safe.

Maki: Hmph. It's good to see some have their priorities straight. We'll go ahead on our task now. Try not to beat each other up.

(minibubble) Yin: Muh muh!

Kabbu: Must we always have these quarrels?

Mothiva: Well, duh! Do you know how frustrating it is to live in your short, meager shadow!?

Vi: Come on! We've beat you once already! Shut up!

(minibubble) Leif: Take a hint.

Zasp: As if you're the only team who's grown.

Mothiva: Whatever. We'll settle this later. Can't get too agitated before my show today.

Leif: You're a paragon of chivalry... Anyways, we're off to the Termite Kingdom, so don't bother us.

(minibubble) Zasp: (The Termite Kingdom? ...Interesting.)

Mothiva: Don't care. See you, dorks!

Kabbu: Sigh… Let's uh, prepare and head to the meeting point…

Ant Lieutenant: ...I can't believe it. This is the second time the Wasps attacked us.

Lieutenant: We really need to revise our security.

[Spy Ant Lieutenant]

Vi: The laiu... lieu... the ant captain's ok! Phew!

Kabbu: Lieutenant, Vi.

Leif: Is this the time to correct her grammar?

Kabbu: ...You're right. I'm glad she's okay as well.

[postgame]

Ant Lieutenant: The sapling's chapter is finally closed. It's a shame we could not obtain it.

Ant Lieutenant: Even so, the Queen seems more determined than ever. Under her rule, prosperity awaits the Ant Kingdom!

3. Throne Room

[Story, First entrance]

Lieutenant: You now stand before Your Majesty, Queen Elizant II.

Leif: (So it's true.)

Elizant: Hmm. So you're the brave ones who've found the Snakemouth Artifact?

Elizant:...Wonderful. So very wonderful!

Elizant: Lieutenant, you are dismissed. You have your own business to attend to.

(minibubble) Lieutenant: As you wish, my Queen.

Elizant: Time is precious. Let us not waste it. The artifact. You may hand it over.

Textbox: Reward first!

Meh. Fine.

Elizant: Ah... A clue into the Everlasting Sapling my mother spent her life looking for…

Elizant: Such beauty. Beauty which should belong to the Ant Kingdom...

Zaryant: Here, you've earned this.

Vi: W-Woah! This is a ton!

Elizant: Brave explorers! You've performed a valiant task. Your place in the history of our kingdom is assured.

Maki: Congratulations. It is praise well-earned!

Kabbu: O-Of course! Thank you, Your Highness!

Vi: Heheh. First bee in the hall of fame!

Leif: Uh. Thanks. Could we ask something, though?

Elizant: I suppose we could afford time for one question. What would it be?

Ant Guard: YOUR HIGHNESS!!!

Zaryant: What? What is this fuss about!?

Ant Guard: U-urgent news! Confidential information! It's about... that!

Elizant: That, you say? Come hither.

Elizant: !!! I see...

Elizant: Maki. I leave you to your mission. While you're at it, inform Artis that the next expedition is confirmed.

Maki: Of course. I shall move out at once, Your Highness.

Elizant: You three...I'll bless you with a head start. Zaryant, brief them about the Golden Hills expedition.

Zaryant: Heed me. Reports state that an ancient artifact lurks in the Golden Hills.

Zaryant: This is a small rural settlement behind our kingdom. It can be reached through a tunnel south from the Explorers' Association.

Vi: Uh, isn't that Bee Kingdom territory?

Elizant: Do not dare interrupt us again, child.

Elizant: The Bee Kingdom is our close ally. They are, of course, aware of our expedition.

Elizant: Now... Talk to the locals, obtain information, and seize the artifact. No matter the cost.

Elizant: Have you understood my command?

Textbox: Of course!

Can you repeat that?

[Of course!]

Zaryant: Alright then. Take this map, just in case. Although, I'd hope you know how to head south...

Leif: Err, thanks. So, about our question…

Elizant: Whatever it was, I am sure it can wait. This is of utmost importance. Head out!

(minibubble) Leif: Tch...

Zaryant: Do not make Your Majesty repeat herself. Move out!

Vi: Geez, alright. Let's go!

Kabbu: Indeed. It'd be unwise to anger our Queen...

Textbox: Chapter 2: Sacred Golden Hills

[Overworld Spy, post-first meeting]

Leif: ...Team, could we step out? We need to share something.

Leif: …

Zaryant: You three! Stop bothering the Queen and go!

(minibubble) Vi: Geez…

[Spy Elizant, post-first meeting]

Leif: ...Elizant II…

Vi: You probably shouldn't keep staring.

Kabbu: It was a long briefing. You'll have a chance to speak to her later!

Zaryant: Mind your manners. You may be explorers of high caliber, but we are all in service of the Queen.

(minibubble) Leif:...

[Spy Zaryant]

Kabbu: Zaryant... The royal guard is truly an imposing figure.

Leif: With a name like that, it's like it was decided from birth…

Vi: I mean, wasn't it? Ants are weird…

Kabbu: I'm not an expert, but she does seem quite different. Maybe it's genetics?

Leif: We're probably better off not knowing.

[Inspect Bianca window]

Textbox: A glass window of Bianca, Queen of the Bees.

[Inspect Elizant window]

Textbox: A glass window of Elizant II, Queen of the Ants.

Ant Guard: Do not loiter for too long. Be done with your business and leave.

[Spy Ant Guard]

Kabbu: It seems this ant guards the throne room's entrance.

Vi: Woah, she looks grumpy!

Leif: Looks like she's never had any fun in her life.

Kabbu: Y-You're both being too harsh...

[Overworld spy]

Leif: The throne room hasn't changed, but the atmosphere's completely different.

Vi: What d'ya mean?

Leif: It's a bit somber. They've covered some of the other Queens, too…

Kabbu: Bugaria's history isn't perfect. It's a shame that there have been issues between the kingdoms.

Vi: That'd be weird. Going from full peace to nowadays.

Leif: (History can prove cruel…)

[Spy Elizant, between leaving the first meeting and ch6]

Leif: ...Elizant II…

Vi: You probably shouldn't keep staring.

Kabbu: Leif, she may not be perfect, but she's trying.

Leif: Our respect is something she must earn, as did the late Queen.

Vi: Okay, okay. But stop staring, before they jail us!

Leif: (It's that fear which separates them...)

[just before turning in artifact]

Guard: Team Snakemouth? The Queen waits for you.

Guard: Don't leave her waiting if you know what's best for you.

[Spy Levi or Celia]

Kabbu: We should talk to the Queen.

Levi: Ah, you're here.

Levi: Come now, the Queen's waiting for us.

Celia: It's one thing to make the Queen wait. But us as well?

[Story, ch3, coming back with the Tablet]

Neo: Oh! You've all come! I must say, you're just in time.

Leif: (It's really crowded… those questions will have to wait.)

Elizant: Tell us without further ado, Team Snakemouth. Have you found the artifact hidden in the Golden Hills?

Vi: Yup! We're ready for that reward!

Elizant: Wonderful! This timing is simply impeccable.

Elizant: I must congratulate you, for bringing this artifact to my care.

Elizant: This must be sign of even more good things to come. For the Ant Kingdom and Bugaria.

Kabbu: It was our honor, Your Highness!

Elizant: Zaryant, please collect the artifact and hand them their rewards.

Zaryant: As you command, my Queen.

Zaryant: You have earned this, Team Snakemouth.

Vi: Heheh. Thanks again! The Vi Bank keeps filling!

Neo: Oh! M-may I take a look, as we discussed?

Elizant: Yes. Make haste, Zaryant.

Zaryant: Handle it with care, Professor.

Neo: O-Of course!

Neo: Yes...YES! My research held true!

Neo: This tablet must contain information on how to find the Everlasting Sapling!

Vi: What? But that's just a bunch of blue lines!

Neo: Oho, Vi! That's where that mask you found in Snakemouth comes in!

Kina: I-It really was a mask!? I thought it was just a weird rock…

Kabbu: Heheh, so I was right!

Leif: Don't boast, Kabbu.

Neo: Listen now, the mask is an interpreter! Through it, these lines morph into the Roach Alphabet!

(minibubble) Kina: (Who cares...)

Neo: I cannot tell how it actually works, but the Roaches had such marvelous technology! I'm smitten!

Elizant: Wonderful... Very, very wonderful...!

Elizant: We are making progress in finding the sapling. Finally.

Leif: What do you need the Everlasting Sapling for?

Elizant: ...That is not for you to know.

Leif: Tch…

Elizant: Just know, that with it my mother's dream will come true at last.

Leif: (Elizant's dream?)

Elizant: Professor. How long will it take you to decipher this tablet?

Neo: Oh, um...it will be some time. Even with the mask, the runes are still in Roach Script. S-Sorry.

Elizant: I see. Fret not, that leaves us with time to retrieve the other artifact.

Celia: There's another one?

Neo: Mhm. My research indicates there are three artifacts.

Neo: With the missing key, we can "unlock" the Everlasting Sapling!

Levi: Then...we're almost at the finish line!

Neo: YES! And given what we know, the key should be in the Bee Kingdom!

Vi: R-Really?

Neo: Long ago, before knowing of its real nature, they used it when building the Honey Factory's Core.

Neo: But I'm not sure if they will give it to us, because taking it out will shut down the whole thing…

Vi: It'll shut down the factory? B-But...

Zaryant: Do not worry, both of you.

Zaryant: We have sent our envoys to the Bee Kingdom ever since you told us about the key.

Zaryant: Finally, they have agreed to let us take it, in exchange for materials to build a replacement.

Kabbu: That is wonderful!

Neo: Oh, joy! Then it won't cause them any trouble!

Kina: So the job's trading these materials for the artifact?

Elizant: Precisely. That is your next mission.

Elizant: And luckily, a young Bee joined your ranks recently. She will be of great help in this mission.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi...

Vi: …

(minibubble) Leif: Oh right...

Celia: Geez. Team Snakemouth is on a roll, aren't they?

Levi: It's all fair game, Celia. We have our own tasks to excel at.

Elizant: With that, you are all dismissed.

Elizant: Except Team Snakemouth and Team Celia. I wish to have a word with you.

Kina: Well, guess we'll be going now…

(minibubble) Kina: I wish Maki was here...

Elizant: Now, I've kept you here to ask about the wasp situation.

Elizant: The professor has mentioned you all helped him when he was attacked. For that, you have my gratitude.

(minibubble) Neo: ...

Levi: We are unworthy, Your Highness. We only did what any explorer ought to.

(minibubble) Kabbu: S-So cool...

Celia: It was worrying, though. They seem to know about the artifacts somehow…

Elizant: Then it is as I feared. We are running out of time.

Elizant: You must all remain on guard, and avoid the northern border with the Wasp Kingdom at all costs.

Levi: As you wish, Your Highness.

Elizant: To reach the Bee Kingdom, you must travel southeast from the Association, and take the first north exit.

Elizant: With my permission, explorers may now cross the passage to the Lost Sands.

Zaryant: Be wary, however. The number of bandits in the Lost Sands has been increasing lately.

Zaryant: Head straight to Defiant Root as soon as possible, to enter the Bee Hive.

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Kabbu: We will get it done, Your Highness!

(minibubble) Leif: Uh huh...

Zaryant: Dismissed!

Textbox: Chapter 3: Factory Inspection

Levi: That being said, we do have some things to take care of first.

Levi: If you have time, perhaps you could check out the Quest Board in the Plaza...?

Celia: Try not to clear the mission too quickly, so we may catch up!

Leif: No promises.

Neo: Kabbu, Leif, Vi... Thank you. I'll stay here and do my part.

Neo: I hope it will be smooth sailing for you! Having Vi on your team must be a big help.

Vi: Uh. Yeah. Definitely.

[Spy Neo]

Kabbu: I'm so proud of Neo! The Queen's own trusted researcher!

Leif: Kabbu, you're making Neo blush over there.

(minibubble) Kabbu: O-Oh...

Zaryant: Head to the Bee Kingdom through the Lost Sands. The passage is on the east side of the Association.

Guard: You heard the Queen. Head to the Bee Kingdom.

Guard: Do it on the double. Don't keep Her Highness waiting.

[Story, post-ch3]

Elizant: Team Snakemouth, it is my joy to see you return with good news once more.

Leif: We've brought the artifact, Elizant.

Mothiva: And by WE he means all of us, isn't that right?

Vi: Nah-

Kabbu: Indeed. Without Zasp, Mothiva, Gen and Eri we might have not succeeded.

(minibubble) Vi: Oi!

Neo: Heheh. It's nice to see you all working as a team!

Elizant: Today marks a historic day. We have finally found all the artifacts! If only words could show my gratitude.

Elizant: Zaryant, please hand them their reward. I can only hope it's enough to mark this wonderful day.

(minibubble) Zaryant: As you command!

Mothiva: My, this might have been worth the trouble. A new brooch is coming!

(minibubble) Vi: Woohoo!

Neo: M-May I?

Elizant: Inspect it, professor. Mark the end of this long search!

Neo: Oh, crud. Ah heck. Splinters.

Elizant: ...Speak. Now.

Neo: This...isn't the whole artifact!

Everyone: WHAT!?

Elizant: Explain yourself! NOW! Was this not in your notes!?

Neo: L-Look, this artifact has a small mechanism at the bottom… It's missing a half!

Kabbu: A half? Curses! Where would we even start to look?

Elizant: We were so close! Time is running out…

Leif: What do you mean?

Zaryant: The Wasp Kingdom grows bolder each day. We hoped we could gather them all before they made their move.

Vi: T-Their move? Are they going to invade or something?

Zasp: Calm yourselves down. We just need to find the other half quickly.

Delilah: Is that so? You're gonna love this, then!

Kabbu: Oh! Stratos! Delilah!

Elizant: My esteemed scout team. You have something to share?

Stratos: If we overheard right, a half is missing. Yes?

Delilah: We're super sure it's within the Lost Sands! There's this peculiar area we have staked out for days.

Neo: The sands hide more secrets still? Incredible!

Stratos: In the most plain of corners, a Sand Castle hides.

Stratos: But only with two special keys will the winds uncover it.

(minibubble) Zasp: Tch. More keys...

Delilah: We suspect the missing artifact is there.

Delilah: It used to be an area previously inhabited by the roaches, according to my notes.

Elizant: A Sand Castle, you say? Where would its keys be?

Stratos: The mayor of Defiant Root holds this secret. But he asked that we told everyone here first.

Elizant: This is great news! We have a lead again.

Elizant: Zaryant! Reward them. They have prevented this day from being an utmost disaster.

Delilah: Oh, it was nothing my Queen. We live to find secrets!

Delilah: We'll head out ahead to investigate further, just reward us later. Tah tah!

(minibubble) Stratos: Stay safe.

Elizant: I would send Maki, but he has yet to return from his mission.

Elizant: Team Mothiva, Team Snakemouth…

Mothiva: Leave it to me, my Queen. That key will be yours before you realize we've gone.

Vi: You bet! And we'll be the ones to bring it!

Kabbu: C-Can't we cooperat-

(minibubble) Vi, Mothiva: NO!

Zasp: Some healthy competition won't be the worst.

Leif: Suit yourselves. We'll finish this search.

Neo: Best of luck, everyone!

Elizant: Your orders are clear. Speak to the mayor of Defiant Root, and begin your search!

Textbox: Chapter 4: Mysterious Lost Sands

Mothiva: Although honestly, the sand gets all over my fluff! And I've got errands to run.

Mothiva: Being a star and an explorer is so taxing!

Vi: Aw. Boohoo.

Zasp: Go, Mothiva. I will manage until your return.

Mothiva: Heheh. This is why you're my partner! See ya, Snakemouth losers!

Zasp: Who knows? Without her there, we might actually help each other.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Zasp…!

Leif: Let's make sure to finish any of our business before departing.

Kabbu: Stocking up on some items would be wise, as well.

Vi: There's some spikes in the desert, right? If we could cross 'em, we could search a bunch more places!

Leif: Spikes aren't much compared to electric shocks. Our Bubble Shield should be able to get us across.

Kabbu: Excellent! Let's prepare and see what new paths we can explore!

Neo: Hey, Kabbu?

Kabbu: Yes, Neo? May I be of service?

Neo: I found this during my research, but the Queen has been too involved in the artifacts to take notice.

Kabbu: What's this? I can't discern its purpose.

Neo: I can't say for sure, but I think it's the key for somewhere. I'm quite tied up researching but…

Neo: The last lead I got was in the outskirts, east of the association.

Kabbu: We'll look into it, Neo. You have my word!

[talk again]

Neo: You're always helping me out. Thank you so much!

Zaryant: Find the missing artifact! Ask around Defiant Root for hints.

Guard: Don't dwaddle. Find the missing artifact before the Queen loses her patience.

[Story, ch5, first invasion]

Zaryant: Y-You... Ngh...!

Hoaxe: Hm. You can still speak after bearing my Slayer.

Elizant: Give it up, you Wasp scum! You know nothing of what I can do.

Hoaxe: If your troops were trained by you, I know more than enough.

Leif: Elizant!

Hoaxe: I will say it is impressive...how many vermin care for your pathetic rule.

Elizant: Those "vermin" are of my most trusted explorers. They can dispatch you with ease!

Hoaxe: Spare me your names. I'll forget soon after I get rid of you.

Vi: S-Shut up! You messed up the whole town!

Kabbu: We won't let you continue unchecked!

Leif: Elizant, stand back. We'll show this clown the door.

[battle]

Hoaxe: Hm. Impressive. But I tire of this game...

Hoaxe: AWAY WITH YOU!

[post-battle]

Kabbu: T-Too...strong...

Vi: ...Leif...! C-Can't you freeze him?!

Leif: He's...too powerful.

(minibubble) Leif: Gah!

(minibubble) Vi: The artifact!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Leif!

Elizant: Give it back, fiend!

Hoaxe: As if. Give me the other artifacts before I take them off you!

Hoaxe: !!!

Maki: My Queen!

Elizant: Maki! You are LATE!

Maki: Forgive me, Your Majesty. It seems my mission took way longer than expected.

Hoaxe: ...Hmph. At least I managed to snag one artifact.

Elizant: You will return it, with or without your head. And I won't spare you the time to weigh the odds!

Hoaxe: Taunt as you may. You cannot stop me!

Hoaxe: Take care of your vault, you pathetic Ant. I'll come for it soon enough.

Maki: It seems I arrived just in time. I am glad to see you safe.

Kina: MAKI!!

Kina: Maki! MAKI!! There you are!!!

Kina: Are you safe?! What happened?!

Maki: I got sidetracked. Thankfully it seems everything is resolved.

Elizant: Thankfully? Your delay nearly ruined us!

Maki: There are no words to apologize for my fault.

Kina: I-It wasn't your fault, Maki...

Zaryant: I'm...too glad this is over...to be upset…

Leif: Thank you, Maki. We truly owe you one.

Vi: Thought that was it for a while…

Elizant: This is NOT over, Zaryant. That lowlife has taken the artifact.

Kabbu: Indeed. We're at fault as well…

Neo: W-What matters is we're all okay.

Elizant: No. We MUST recover the artifact!

Leif: We still hold the others. Should we rush into this?

Maki: We could hold down the castle, and-

Elizant: SILENCE.

(minibubble) Vi: Eep!

Zaryant: M-My Queen…

Vi: W-What's the rush anyways?

Elizant: That artifact is the other half of the Ancient Key.

Elizant: Do you not remember where its partner was procured from?

Kabbu: ...! The Honey Factory's Core! Then that half has incredible energy!

Neo: Would they even know how to, um, harness it?

Elizant: We cannot afford to find out. You must pursue.

Elizant: They have surely gone north, back to the Far Grasslands.

Kabbu: WHAT!? Are...are you sure of this!?

Leif: Woah. Take it easy.

Elizant: I take it there's no objections?

Kabbu: No! We will handle this task! We'll go right away!

(minibubble) Vi: Huh?

Elizant: The border is east of Defiant Root, so our tunnels should let us catch up.

Leif: Can we win, however?

Vi: That magic was really strong... Almost burnt my fur!

Maki: We'll accompany them, my Queen. Together we should be more than a match.

Zaryant: I'll, ngh...work with the others to bring the town to normal.

Zaryant: You'll need some war funds, right? ...I've got this on me. Please take it.

Leif: Looks like it's settled. We'll prepare and move out.

Elizant: Go, Team Maki. Team Snakemouth. Retrieve the artifact with haste!

Kabbu: (I'm...I'm ready to return!)

Textbox: Chapter 5: The Far Wildlands

Maki: Kina, Yin and I will meet you at the Wasp border. Make haste, Team Snakemouth.

Kabbu: ...Oh! Uhm, who is this Yin? I have not heard this name before…

Kina: Sigh. Long story. Let's do this mission first, okay?

Kabbu: (If we're with Maki, I'll have even better chances!)

Vi: Oi, Kabbu. Are you okay?

Leif: You'd normally be telling us to be careful and stuff.

Kabbu: I...I don't want to speak of it yet. Give me some time to think…

Kina: Are you done chatting? Don't keep Maki waiting!

[Quest: Leif’s Request]

Leif: Neo, this is the worst time, but…

Neo: Not at all! I've got my fair share of debts to repay you for!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Nonsense!

(minibubble) Vi: Nah!

Leif: Would you know anything about this? It's a stone we found in the desert.

Neo: ...! Yes! Yes I do!

(minibubble) Vi: You do?

Neo: This is an ancient Roach power source!

Leif: It's always the Roaches, isn't it?

Neo: Where exactly did you find this? I thought I'd never see one!

Kabbu: We procured it from the Lost Sands. Could that hold any meaning?

Neo: Weird. Really? My research points to this being the key to an ancient lab.

Neo: They say it's somewhere in Snakemouth Den, but no one's found it.

Leif: Snakemouth!?

Kabbu: Leif, you were right! This has to be...

Vi: A super clue to your weird stuff!

Leif: Thank you, Neo. We'll check it out when we can.

Neo: No problemo. You've gotta tell me what you find out! For SCIENCE!

[talk again]

Neo: Please be careful...

[end quest dialogue]

Zaryant: That's that. You know what to do. Meet the other explorers at the Wasp Kingdom to the far north.

Zaryant: ...I wish you the best of luck.

Ant Guard: ...Good luck.

[Spy Ant Guard]

Kabbu: It seems this Ant guards the throne room's entrance.

Vi: Woah, she looks grumpy!

Leif: Looks like she's never had any fun in her life.

Kabbu: Can you blame her after the invasion!? So harsh, you two...

[Story, ch6, returning from Wasp Kingdom]

Kabbu: You vile filth! Step away from the Queen!

Maki: T-Team Snakemouth...I'm sorry. My injury…

(minibubble) Elizant: Nghgh..

Vanessa: You blasted usurper! Will you burn all of Bugaria to the ground to reach your foolish ambitions!?

Hoaxe: Hmph. You're all so pathetic. Pitiable.

Hoaxe: A King holds absolute power over his people. He is not meant to serve... He is to be served!

Hoaxe: To command! To possess! To enjoy! That is the privilege of royalty! And it shall all be mine!

Hoaxe: You haven't learned your lesson? Shall I thaw out your ice in flame once and for all?

Vi: Like we'd fall for the same trick twice!

Hoaxe: You WOULD!

Kina: Team Snakemouth!

Neo: Kabbu!

Hoaxe: MOVE!

Maki: KINA!!!

Elizant: Stop! You will hurt my people no longer!

Hoaxe: Hand them over. All of them.

Hoaxe: Or I will pry them from your carcass!

Elizant: …

Zaryant: N-No! If we do, he'll…

Hoaxe: You have until my axe swings... To say YES!

Elizant: ...

Hoaxe: It'll be all the same, when I come back with the power of the Everlasting Sapling.

Hoaxe: You shall all bow to me once more - but you shall keep breathing.

Hoaxe: Enjoy your last days of peace, lowlives!

Elizant: Grrr...…curse it all...!

Leif: We lost... That's no way to end a show…

Maki: My Queen, all I've done is fail you…

Kina: Stay still, Maki... You're even more hurt than me.

Neo: It's okay. A-At least we're all safe…

Vi: It's not! He's just gonna get the sapling and come back!

Kabbu: What could be the source of his power…

Leif: Elizant…

Leif: No, Queen. Thank you. For choosing to save us.

Elizant: ...

Elizant: I do not deserve your gratitude. I've failed everyone. You, my loyal people. My mother, the Queen…

Elizant: It would be folly to pretend I deserve this royal mask.

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Zaryant: My Queen... That's not true! We couldn't ask for one better!

Zaryant: You are our mother! Our beacon of hope!

Elizant: Thank you, Zaryant. But now all has been taken away from us. The Wasp King possesses the keys to find the sapling.

Elizant: I have failed as both your Queen and mother of our people.

Zaryant: N-No…

Vanessa: ...I know I am an outsider to all this, but may I speak?

Vanessa: When the King usurped my people, I cowered and hid. I have never raised a blade…

Vanessa: I simply believed my subjects would always follow me, no matter what.

Vanessa: I don't know how, but he turned them all on me just like that…

Vanessa: If you are not a Queen, I am but a peasant.

Maki: I would never serve one without conviction and integrity.

Kabbu: You've given us all the chance to thrive in your city!

Elizant: …

Elizant: Your words are kind, but I cannot accept them.

Elizant: As we speak, the Wasp King must be heading towards the Everlasting Sapling…

Elizant: Yet we have no way to pursue…

Leif: Elizant, please answer us finally. Why do you desire the sapling? Why go through all this?

Kabbu: I assumed it would be to keep yourself young and fit to rule…

Vi: Uh, right. No one wants to get old!

Elizant: ...Fair assumptions. But no, it was never something for my own gain.

Elizant: I might as well tell you, then. The reason for my search.

Elizant: The true Queen, Elizant I... My mother, she yet lives.

Elizant: She was put in a deep slumber, using crystal energy. A sort of stasis.

Elizant: It was her dream to get the sapling so she could continue to rule Bugaria for years to come.

Elizant: ...I wished only to bring her back with it.

Elizant: A graceful Queen, loved by all. A diplomatic genius, who ended wars without combat.

Elizant: I longed for her return... So that I may concede my throne to her.

Elizant: For she is so much more than I have ever been.

Leif: …

Leif: We truly thought wrong of your intentions. But the truth sounds even more insane…

Vi: Wow! That's awesome!

(minibubble) Maki: ...

(minibubble) Kina: ...

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Kabbu: Um, I'm not sure if that would be my reaction…

Vi: We need to go beat up the King! Whatever he wants isn't any better!

Kabbu: If we knew where he was going, we would have some chance, but…

Neo: A-Actually! I do know where! Probably!

Kina: Were you ever gonna tell us? Speak up!

Neo: R-Right. I was, uh, waiting for the right moment. The King is certainly going for the sapling, yeah?

Neo: Analyzing everything we know so far, my conclusion is the sapling must be in the Giant's Lair!

(minibubble) Elizant: ...

Vi: You mean that giant wall we can see from the big tree? The haunted place?! THAT Giant's Lair?!?!

Elizant: A towering behemoth of steel and wood, said to have housed the previous rulers of these lands. The so called giants.

Elizant: It is forbidden to go there. None who enter have come back.

Maki: ...In hindsight, it makes sense it'd be there. Even if we needed the artifacts to enter.

Kina: We need a boat to get there though. Doubt the Wasps will let us sail in fine and dandy.

Zaryant: Tch. They were one step ahead of us. We had just received reports that the ships at the pier were sunk by the Wasps!

Vi: W-What do we do, then? Bees can't build boats or anything...

Vanessa: ...! If you'd allow me to suggest something, why not ask the Termite Kingdom?

Vi: There's a Termite Kingdom?

Kabbu: They are an isolationist yet advanced society that lives just outside Bugaria…

Kabbu: They hate daylight so they don't make much contact.

Kabbu: Some species go for a visit, but they forbid entrance to all Ants.

Leif: ...Or that's how they used to be. Right, our Queen?

Elizant: When my mother went into her sleep, I was not...skilled enough to maintain her level of diplomacy. And our alliance fell apart.

(minibubble) Zaryant: My Queen...

Elizant: But they are our only hope. I will go, injured though I may be. I shall request an audience and do what it takes.

Zaryant: I must oppose! The Termites live deep in the Forsaken Lands! That area is teeming with dangerous beasts!

Zaryant: You must NOT put yourself in such danger! I will prepare envoys at once!

Elizant: If this was any other time, I would agree with you... But there is no choice!

Elizant: We are only in dire straits because of me. I will go myself, and that is final.

Zaryant: Hnngh…

Maki: If only I was strong as you, my Queen. Injured as I am…

Elizant: Maki, Zaryant, you two rally up all explorers. Do not let rumors and panic spread.

Elizant: When we return, we shall strike the Wasps.

Elizant: They most certainly have seized the Rubber Prison as we speak.

Elizant: That is the only known way inside the Giant's Lair from Bugaria.

Elizant: But right now we will move to the Forsaken Lands. I will need an escort to ensure I arrive at the Termite Kingdom.

Elizant: Team Snakemouth, I shall wait for you in the Golden Path Tunnel. The old entrance to the Forsaken Lands is located there.

Elizant: Also, Vanessa, please feel free to stay at our palace.

Elizant: We do not have much to offer, but we will make sure to treat you as you deserve.

Vanessa: Why, you have my gratitude Elizant. It seems you misjudge your ability to impress and court!

Vanessa: Our mothers may have had trouble in the past, but we can change the relationship between Ants and Wasps for generations to come.

Elizant: ...Is that so? Then let us share a meal when this is all dealt with.

Elizant: Team Snakemouth, we must hurry. Do not keep me waiting.

Zaryant: Team Snakemouth... Please protect the Queen.

Leif: You can count on us.

Textbox: Chapter 6: Assault on Rubber Prison

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: The throne room has seen better days…

Leif: We shall not forgive the Wasp King. Let's put a stop to his reign of terror.

[Inspect Elizant's window]

Textbox: The Elizant II glass window is completely destroyed.

Zaryant: You remember how to get to the Golden Path Tunnel, right? It is just south of the Association.

Zaryant: Please be careful, the Forsaken Lands are always shrouded in fog, and many dangerous beasts lurk within.

Kabbu: Leave it to us!

Neo: So this is it... The artifacts have been all rounded up.

Kabbu: Indeed. The sapling is finally within reach.

Vi: Of the Wasp King!

Neo: Be careful, everyone! I'll be rooting for you!

Ant Guards: ........

[Spy Ant Guards]

Kabbu: The King will not be forgiven!

Vi: Let's go after him!

[Examine Termite Window]

Textbox: A glass window of Queen Layra II and King Hector IV, Rulers of the Termites.

[Examine Vanessa's Window]

Textbox: A glass window of Vanessa I, Former Queen of the Wasps.

[after getting to Termite Kingdom]

Zaryant: So the Queen reached the Termite City safely…

Zaryant: All of the Ant Kingdom is in your debt.

Leif: Just doing our job.

Ant Guard: Team Snakemouth! Please protect the Queen!

[after bringing Elizant to Bugaria Pier]

Elizant: We are all counting on you, Team Snakemouth.

[Spy Elizant]

Leif: Elizant II…

Kabbu: Team, we've got to finish this!

Zaryant: The Queen is back, and she seems to be safe... Good job, Team Snakemouth.

Zaryant: If she was hurt... I'd never forgive you!

Ant Guard: ...Thanks for protecting the Queen. We are in your debt.

[after defeating the Ultimax Tank]

Zaryant: Ugh. The Queen departed once more.

Zaryant: Please defeat the Wasp King quickly so she can return soon!

[ending]

Elizant: We congregate to celebrate the brave efforts of all the explorers who protected our land.

Elizant: Many of them are here today, and I can't thank you enough.

Elizant: But there is so, so much more to be joyful for.

Elizant: The assistance of those who believed in us.

Elizant: The freedom of the Wasps from their tyrant.

Elizant: The promise of reconciliation with the Termites.

Elizant: And the closing of the Everlasting Sapling's chapter.

Elizant: A new future for Bugaria and the Ant Kingdom!

Everyone: Wooooooooo!

Elizant: Team Snakemouth.

Elizant: Even though this is only possible due to the efforts of many…

Elizant: None can deny the great part you played in this campaign.

Vi: Heheheh, you know it!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi, not now!

Elizant: ...Anyhow, it is my absolute honor and privilege...

Elizant: To knight the three of you as Royal Blades for the service to our kingdom.

Elizant: May fame and glory come to you, for your brave efforts!

Everyone: WOOOOOOOO!!

Elizant: Everyone! Tomorrow, we work to become better than we are today.

Elizant: But today! WE! FEAST!

Everyone: YEAAAAAAAH!!

Leif: All's well that ends well.

Vi: We did it! We're like, super famous now!

Kabbu: Heheheh... Let us face this feast with pride! Team Snakemouth, move out!

[postgame]

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: It finally feels good to visit this throne again.

Vi: The Queen was cool in the end!

Kabbu: Here's to many more missions in her name!

Neo: Phew. I'm glad peace's back!

Kabbu: It's a shame you couldn't study the sapling…

Neo: I won't say I'm not disappointed... But just proving its existence is a great discovery!

Neo: Thanks for everything, Team Snakemouth!

Zaryant: Team Snakemouth. You have earned my respect.

Zaryant: May your explorations always bear fruit!

[first talk]

Elizant: Leif... Was my mother as great of a queen as I remember?

Leif: ...Yeah. But we dare say you've come close to matching her grace.

Elizant: ...Thank you. I will take those words to heart.

Elizant: Mother has earned her rest. I pray she will always watch over us.

Leif: We hope you'll watch over Bugaria for years to come, too.

[subsequent talks]

Elizant: Team Snakemouth... Thank you for everything. You can always count on our kingdom's support in the future.

[Spy Elizant]

Leif: After everything, we feel kind of bad for misjudging the Queen.

Kabbu: It was understandable. You woke up in such a different world!

Vi: And she earned your respect anyways, so it's fine!

Leif: ...We suppose. We'll make up for those doubts with our service.

Leif: (Still, Elizant I...We will miss you.)

[examine Vanessa's window]

Textbox: A glass window of Vanessa I, Queen of the Wasps.

4. Library

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: This is the Library! A sea of knowledge! History in page form!

Vi: Meeeeeeeeeh…

Leif: We have a lot of catching up to do. Wonder if there's magic books, too…

[Spy Libren or Brooke]

Vi: These two are like night and day, huh.

Leif: We can relate to Brooke's angry power reading aura.

Kabbu: Oh, then I'm Libren's joyful search for new stories!

Vi: You're both just nerds.

[First talk]

Libren: Hey, explorers! It's so good that you've dropped by!

Leif: Uh huh. We're looking for this book - "The 20 Ways of-

Libren: W-Wait! That's Brooke's job!

Libren: I'm the head of the Explorer Fact Hunt!

Vi: You...hunt facts? You can't smack facts…

Libren: …

Kabbu: Please tell us more!

Libren: Right. Yay! Look, it's simple. This world is filled with "Discoveries"!

Libren: I'm sure you've seen at least one already. Super special places!

Libren: If you donate Discovery info to the library, we'll reward you!

Vi: Deal. How much info do you want?

Libren: The library will reward you for every 5 Discoveries you find. It includes berries, Medals and other goodies!

Libren: So it's good to drop by often!

Kabbu: It's like a fun school game! I'm in!

Leif: ...Sure, we're in. But could you help us find that book now?

Libren: Nope.

(minibubble) Leif: Tch...

[talk again]

Libren: Hey there! Came in to turn in some Discoveries? Let's see how you've done!

[talk again]

Libren: The Explorer Fact Hunt program's complete! Thank you for helping us out so much!

[Quest: Lost Books]

[First talk]

Brooke: Hey. What's your business?

Leif: We'd like to read some history books, if possible.

Brooke: Tch. They've...gotten lost.

Kabbu: Lost? How is that possible?

Brooke: We lent them out to the Bee Kingdom... But blasted bandits attacked the caravan!

Brooke: Now they're just scattered across Bugaria.

Leif: So, uh, what can we do?

Brooke: If you find any, make my life easier and return them. Then you'll be able to read them!

Vi: The nerve! They just want us to do the clean up for free!

Kabbu: Still, this is important to Leif. Let's help out.

Leif: Mhm. We don't really have another choice.

[Talk again]

Brooke: Oh, hey. It's you. Did you find any books?

[turn in last lore book]

Brooke: One...ten...twenty…

Brooke: Woah. You've gone and returned all of them!

Leif: We can read in peace now.

Vi: That took way too long! Can't you give us something for it?

Brooke: ...Alright, alright. You did go through quite a bit.

Brooke: I've got this on me, I hope it helps you out.

Vi: Eh, it'll do.

Kabbu: Thank you for letting us still use the premises.

Brooke: Help yourselves. It's always nice to see others read.

[talk again, all books returned]

Brooke: Help yourselves to the books anytime. You've been a great help!

[check bookshelf, nothing on it]

Textbox: This shelf is empty.

[check bookshelf, books]

Textbox: Which book would you like to read? Press |button,5| to cancel.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[first look at portrait]

Kabbu: What a masterful painting. It truly captures Elizant's graceful demeanor.

Vi: Grace, huh. I guess the new Queen has more of a power aura!

Leif: Mhm. Elizant was as kind as they came. Even some monsters would be friendly in her presence.

Leif: Her voice was soothing, and she saw the future in a bright light.

Kabbu: It must have been an honor. I must say I am envious of you having met her.

[subsequent examines]

Textbox: A portrait of Queen Elizant I.

[Quest: Book Return!]

[talk Libren]

Libren: Welcome to the library! How can I help you today?

Kabbu: We have a book to return.

Libren: Oh? Thank you!

Libren: It is a bit overdue...but I will forgive you as explorers are always busy.

Libren: Thanks for your patronage!

Leif: Alright. Let's return to Ali and get our reward.

OR

[talk Brooke]

Brooke: Oh, hey. It's you. Did you find any books?

Brooke: Wait, that book is WAY overdue!

Kabbu: W-we apologize.

Brooke: Apologies won't cut it! Although Gen and Eri were the ones that picked it up, right?

Brooke: Ooooh… they're going to hear the END of it!

(minibubble) Vi: Eek!

Leif: Well, book's delivered. Let's go back and get our reward.

[end of quest dialogue here]

Ant: Oh! Hello! Are you explorers? You're writing down spies and team notes for everything in your library, right?

Ant: That's for the best. No need to spy the same enemy twice if you write your thoughts down, is there?

[Spy Ant]

Leif: Her reading speed's quite impressive.

Kabbu: "The Flower We Lived By." Oh dear, I'd been meaning to buy this one!

Vi: Ugh, that one's super sappy. You read that stuff?

Kabbu: It's that promising bee author's first book! Even if she hadn't polished her work yet…

Kabbu: I really want to know what her beginnings were like!

Leif: Hmm. If you vouch that hard for it, we'll give it a go.

Vi: Okay, okay. I don't like it, though.

Reeves: The Ant Kingdom's library houses the best books published in our time.

Reeves: It's a shame, isn't it? Bad books are thrown out and forgotten…

[Spy Reeves]

Leif: Mjarsks hajwbkorsu htyrlek...

(minibubble) Vi: Oi!

Kabbu: LEIF! What's wrong!?

Leif: ...Nothing. We just reacted to this guy's geek energy.

Kabbu: ...DON'T YOU TOY WITH OUR CARE FOR YOU!

(minibubble) Leif: Sorry~

[Quest: Awful’s Beauty]

Reeves: A Bee, a Beetle and a Moth? You must be explorers to enter this library.

Leif: Says the Wasp. We saw your request.

Kabbu: You're, um, searching for terrible books. Correct?

Reeves: That's right.

Vi: But why? Aren't they like, bad?

Reeves: ...Yes. But there's some sort of...angry comfort in witnessing their poorly composed narratives.

Leif: We're not here to judge, so... Any leads on these books?

Reeves: Not really. I reckon other cultured bugs with a collection have bad books lying around.

Reeves: They usually let bugs take them for free.

Vi: Yikes, you can't even sell those books…

Kabbu: We must do this job, team! This fellow is the only one who'll give them a good home!

(minibubble) Leif: Calm down.

Reeves: I've made this library my den. I'll be here if you find something.

[talk again]

Reeves: That sad glimmer in your eye... You've found a bad book?

[first]

Reeves: Hmph. "Tragedy on the Hills".

Reeves: This was supposed to be a murder mystery!

Reeves: The REAL mystery is how this got published! UGH!

Leif: Uh, are you sure you want this?

Reeves: ...Yes. It's going straight into my collection. Here's your reward.

Reeves: Two more should sate my urges...Let me know if you find more.

[second]

Reeves: Tch. "Our Twisted Summer".

Reeves: Why was so much time spent setting up all those characters!?

Reeves: There are AT LEAST three characters not mentioned post page 75. This includes the main character!!!

Vi: Uh...So it's like good bad?

Reeves: It's atrocious and disgusting. Perfect for my bookshelf. Here's your reward.

Reeves: One more should sate my urges...Let me know if you find more.

[third]

Reeves: That...THAT COVER… "Axis Invert"...!

Reeves: NO! THIS ONE'S TOO AWFUL!

Kabbu: Sir, please remain calm. This is a library!

Reeves: This book was perfect. Such a beautiful story…

Reeves: Incredible prose! Tight pacing! Amazing characters!

Leif: ...And it's a bad book?

Reeves: IT WAS ALL A DREAM! AND THEN A ROCK CRUSHES THE MAIN CHARACTER!!!

Vi: Yikes…

Reeves: This is too much, even for me. I'll destroy it later…

Reeves: Thank you for everything, explorers. Here's my last reward.

Vi: Uh, hope you enjoyed them…

Reeves: Let's say I did, shall we? I'll see you around.

[talk again]

Reeves: I've completely decimated every trace of that Axis Invert book. It's for the best...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

5. War Room

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: I've heard of this place. It's the War Room!

Vi: So what, they fight in here?

Kabbu: Err, no. This is a place to discuss strategy and missions…

Vi: Should just call it the Mission Room, then!

Leif: Vi's observations are, as always... very on point.

Vi: What's that supposed to mean!?

[Spy Rebecca, before speaking to]

Leif: ...! Could it be? We must speak to her!

[First Talk]

Rebecca: Oh dear. Ellie is so stressed nowadays!

Leif: ...Wait...you're Rebecca, right?

Rebecca: Hmm? Yes, my dear. Just a humble caretaker…

Vi: Uh, you know her?

Leif: Yes! Rebecca, do you remember us? It's Leif! We scouted Snakemouth Den…

Rebecca: Hmm…

(minibubble) Kabbu: Leif...

Rebecca: I'm truly sorry. I can't seem to remember you... We must have met very long ago.

Leif: Curses.

Rebecca: Now, dear. It's no problem! We can be friends still. Although I have little to offer.

Leif: N-No, it's not that. We'd be pleased to be friends.

Rebecca: Hohoh! Wonderful! I don't get too many visitors... This must be fate!

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Leif: We'll, um, come back. We're on a mission for now.

Rebecca: Come back soon, dear!

[talk again]

Rebecca: It's good to see you again. You bring me some peace of mind. I worry about Ellie too much!

[talk after first wasp invasion]

Rebecca: My my! Such a ruckus outside! You young ones are so full of energy!

[Spy Rebecca, after speaking to]

Kabbu: So Rebecca was around, even in the early days?

Leif: Yeah. She was taller but dressed the same.

Vi: She's really stuck around...I've never met a bug so old!

Leif: Right here.

Vi: Eep! U-Um, sorry!

Kabbu: Heheh.

Leif: Really?

Kabbu: ...I thought it was funny.

[ch6, before reaching Termite Kingdom]

Vanessa: Team Snakemouth... I apologize in behalf of my people, but right now I am powerless.

Vanessa: I shall help in any way I can, however. Please be careful, the Forsaken Lands are mysterious and a true maze.

Vanessa: Only the Termites themselves know the way through that place.

Vanessa: ...You're the ones who found all the artifacts of legend, so maybe you can do it. Good luck.

[Spy Vanessa]

Vi: She lost her people to a faker... That's gotta sting!

Leif: Very empathetic of you.

Vi: Ants, Bees and Wasps aren't that different. Most just follow whoever's in the throne.

Vi: But we love our Queen, so it just feels a bit sad…

Kabbu: You've truly grown, Vi! Your maturity shines pride on me!

Vi: Stop it! You're embarassing me!

Leif: Guess you're not THAT mature yet...

[after reaching Termite Kingdom]

Vanessa: Oh, you managed to get through the Forsaken Lands?

Vanessa: You truly are exceptional fellows... if only you were there at the Wasp Kingdom at the time…

Vanessa: This all could have been prevented…

Vanessa: Oh, don't mind me. Just thinking out aloud...

[postgame]

Rebecca: Oh dear. I missed a whole war?

Rebecca: ...You all protected Ellie, didn't you? Thank you.

[Quest: Loose Ends]

Rebecca: Oh, it's you young'uns!

Leif: Rebecca... You'll really go to the Abandoned City? For what purpose?

Rebecca: It may look a bit dreadful... But I have many great memories there.

Rebecca: Won't you come with me? I have a tale or two to share.

Ant Lieutenant: Absolutely not!

Ant Lieutenant: There is no way you're stepping outside this castle!

Ant Lieutenant: Have you forgotten your age?

Rebecca: ...Now, that's not very kind.

Rebecca: These young'uns saved the Kingdom! I have nothing to fear.

Kabbu: ...She's right about that. We promise to keep her safe.

Vi: For a good pri- Ow!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Not today!

Ant Lieutenant: ...............................…

Ant Lieutenant: ...Only if I go as well. Please, Rebecca.

Rebecca: Hoho, I'd love that! Let's get going, then.

Ant Lieutenant: ...See you there, Team Snakemouth.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

Bandit Hideout

1. Cell

[Story, initial ‘entrance’]

Kabbu: Hurk… We were careless.

Vi: They took my Beemerang!

Leif: All our belongings, as well.

Kabbu: What a disgrace! I should've been more aware...I've put you both in danger.

Vi: Stop being melodramatic! Let's look around. We'll figure something out!

Leif: Perk up, Kabbu. You can't let Vi beat you at pep talks.

Kabbu: ...You're right. You two really are a great team! Let's search every nook and cranny!

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: This place sucks! And they keep bugs in here?

Kabbu: This is a prison. Our comfort is of the lowest priority.

Leif: At least they were nice enough to not fix the leak. We've got water to drink.

Vi: No! No way! I ain't drinking that! We're getting OUT!

[Story, check spot]

Vi:...This cell's really well sealed…

(minibubble) Kabbu: Hmm...

Leif: It doesn't seem like our ice magic will help, either. At least there's water to drink.

(minibubble) Kabbu: HMMM...

Leif: Uh, you okay there?

Kabbu: I've got an idea! Vi, Leif, humor me one moment.

Vi: Not much else to do, really.

Kabbu: This is soft soil. I could dig us out of here!

(minibubble) Vi: D-Dig?

Leif: Can you really? Sounds pretty time consuming.

Kabbu: You should know beetles are fantastic diggers! If you stick with me, we'll be out in no time.

Vi: Ugh...Is this the only way? My fur's gonna get all dirty!

Leif: We could stay here and starve, Vi.

Vi: A-Alright. Let's dig it up!

Kabbu: Wonderful! Remember, if we are on a spot with soft dirt, I can dig by holding down |button,5|.

Kabbu: This will let us go under certain objects and hide from enemies.

Leif: Say, how come you never brought this up?

Kabbu: We didn't really need it, did we?

Vi: All that matters is we're getting outta this cell.

Vi: But we've gotta go find our stuff too!

(minibubble) Leif: Mission start.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Onward!

Textbox: Kabbu can now dig! Hold down |button,5| on soft dirt to dig under objects and hide from enemies!

Textbox: Digging out near certain dirt spots will make them pop out an item, so be on the lookout for these!

Textbox: Kabbu can now also use the Under Strike skill in battle!

[Overworld Spy, post-getting Dig]

Vi: Digging's not my favorite, but it beats being stuck in a cell.

Leif: You're pretty good, given how rusty you must be.

Kabbu: Oh, it's one of those things you just can't forget. It was nice to dig again, actually.

Vi: Let's just, uh, try to keep it to the minimum!

[Dig up Cerise]

Vi: W-What the...?!

Kabbu: Those accursed bandits, burying a poor bug alive like that!

Leif: ...Actually, we think she's just asleep.

Kabbu: Oh. Should we wake her?

[Spy Cerise, before waking]

Kabbu: Should we wake her up?

Vi: ...

[Talk, first]

Cerise: ...ZzZzZzZz...

Kabbu: Um... Hello, fellow bug...?

Cerise: ...ZzZzZzZz...

Leif: Maybe we should just let her sleep.

Cerise: ...ZzZzZzZz...

Vi: NAH! WAKE UP ALREADY, COME ON!

Cerise: ...? Ah!

Cerise: AHHHHHH! DON'T EAT ME! I DON'T ACTUALLY TASTE LIKE CHERRIES!

Kabbu: W-We won't hurt you. Just calm down, please.

Leif: We might give you a hug, though…

Cerise: Oh, okay! My name is Cerise!

Vi: Oooookayyyy... The heck were you doing underground?!

Cerise: I came to this weird land looking for my boyfriend Tanjy!

Cerise: ...But I got really sleepy, so I dug a hole to take a nap in!

Cerise: And monsters can't see you if you can't see them, you know?

Kabbu: That's...not how it works, but alright.

Vi: Weird. I thought you were a prisoner too…

Cerise: What's a prisoner?

Leif: Oh no. She's not too smart.

Cerise: I also found this weirdly shiny berry while digging. Doesn't taste very good though!

Cerise: You can have it if you want, Uncle Iron Seed.

Kabbu: Uncle Iron...what?

Cerise: Uncle Iron Seed! Because you look like an Iron Seed, and you look old enough to be my uncle.

(minibubble) Vi: Pfft...

Cerise: But...you don't look strong enough to have been eating lots of Iron Seeds, though…

Kabbu: ......We should get going.

Cerise: Okie-love-you-bye-bye! I'll go outside and look for Tanjy in a little bit, so don't worry about me!

Leif: We won't...too much.

[Spy Cerise, after talking]

Vi: PFFTHAHAHAHAHA! "UNCLE IRON SEED"?!

Kabbu: Oh, be quiet…

Vi: She kinda looks like one of those rare Dark Cherries. But red. That's weird.

Leif: She's more like a shade of pink. And we think it's cute, not weird.

Leif: If she's really a cherry, maybe that's why she naps underground…

Kabbu: I've heard that there's a land to the far east where bugs resemble various fruits. Perhaps she's from there?

Vi: Oh, yeah! Like in those fairy tales...

Vi: Their cherries are red and grow from trees, not the ground! They must cost a fortune!

Leif: ...Then why is she napping underground? Maybe we'll find answers if we visit her land…

Kabbu: ...Just this once, perhaps we shouldn't explore?

[talk again]

Cerise: Hiding underground keeps you safe from monsters. But I just wish I could dig through solid rock…

Kabbu: Indeed. It's quite a pain to be unable to dig past troublesome enemies at times.

Cerise: It also helps you find rare stuff like that weirdly shiny berry I gave you, Uncle Iron Seed.

Cerise: And sometimes, you can even find weird cherries that like to sleep underground…

Vi: Kinda like you, right?

Cerise: ...? I'm not a cherry…

Leif: Stop it, Vi. You're confusing the poor girl.

2. Central Room

[Story, Initial Entrance]

Leif: Hostiles ahead.

Vi: Grr...I can't really smack 'em without the Beemerang.

Kabbu: It'd be wise for us to avoid being found again. We'll have to sneak our way through, until we find our items.

(minibubble) Vi: Boooring.

Leif: Lead the way, Kabbu.

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: Security is tight... Is that not a bit weird? Surely it's not because of us.

Kabbu: Bandits have the most low of reputations. It makes sense many would come to stir trouble with them.

Vi: Shh. You want em to hear us!?

3. Cafeteria

[Overworld Spy, before retrieving items]

Vi: A cafeteria?

Leif: Their chef isn't the most refined. We see a mistake or two.

Kabbu: Sometimes, one has to eat what's available…

(minibubble) Leif: Poor them.

[Before retrieving items, walk across rafters]

Burglar: Those wasps be getting on my nerves!

Bandit: Hmph. They act so invincible... Didn't they fail their assault on the Bee power plant?

Thief: Don't worry. Boss can handle 'em. We've just gotta hang in there!

Burglar: As if the Boss wasn't busy enough…

Leif: So that's what happened at the factory…

Kabbu: Shh! Valuable information, true... But we must not be found out!

Vi: I don't think the Beemerang's gonna be in a cafeteria. Let's look elsewhere!

[Overworld Spy, after retrieving items]

Vi: Lunch time's over, huh.

Leif: We should be able to snoop around properly now.

Cook: Hey hey! Time out! I'm not here to fight. I'm just a humble cook. Please don't disturb me.

[Spy Cook]

Vi: A bandit!

Leif: Chill, Vi. He doesn't seem to want to fight.

Kabbu: Indeed. We can't just go around hitting everyone!

Vi: Hmph!

4. Left

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Wait. Isn't the desert hot? There shouldn't be any water drops!

Kabbu: Actually, most of the desert's water is underground.

Leif: So if anything, there should be more droplets here?

Vi: The world needs less water, more honey!

5. Garden

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: My, there's quite a few plants in here!

Leif: Judging by the layout, they've put in some work to make it happen.

Vi: So, what, bandits just wanna be gardeners?

Kabbu: A question best pondered not inside their hideout...

6. Storage

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Look at all that food!

Leif: We can only wonder how much of it is stolen.

Vi: If it's robbed, there's no problem if we grab it, right?

Kabbu: There is! A thief stealing from thieves is still a thief!

Vi: Ugh. Next time we crash a bandit hideout, let's leave Kabbu at an inn.

(minibubble) Leif: Agreed.

[Walking towards where bandits and wasps are]

Leif: Watch out, there are people ahead.

Vi: L-Let's get out of here before they see us!

[Story]

Thief: Oi, oi. What ya mean ya haven't got no berries yet?

Wasp scout: You will be paid when the job is completed.

Thief: We snuck you in, and helped you secure materials.

Bandit: You think we're dumb? The job's way past done!

Wasp trooper: Watch your tone, thieves.

Thief: You want to fight here? It ain't gonna end well for you!

Wasp scout: Tch. We'd best go report this.

Bandit: Wait! We ain't finished here!

[Open chest]

Textbox: You found your Beemerang!

Textbox: And all your other stuff!

Vi: Yeehaw! Vi's back in action!

Kabbu: It's a relief to have you back at full power!

Leif: Our vengeance is unstoppable now. Let's decimate them and get that key.

(minibubble) Kabbu: C-Calm down...

Sign: Remember to put all important treasure in the Boss' room!

Sign: If you knuckleheads forgot, it is on the upper floor! Don't disappoint the boss!

[Quest: Help Me Get It Back!]

Mun: O-Oi! I hope you're ready to pay!

Bandit: What!? You followed us, punk!?

Burglar: ...And he's got help with him!

Thief: Hah. Think we're scared cuz you're not alone!?

Mun: Y-You're only brave when you pick on others! This is fair game!

Burglar: S-Shut up!

Thief: A-Aren't those the one that fought the boss?

Bandit: That's perfect. We'll beat these punks up and get a reward!

Kabbu: Hmph. Your boss would be most disappointed in you, I'm sure.

Leif: You sure about that one, Kabbu?

Vi: Whatever. Let's go!

Mun: HIYAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

[post-battle]

Mun: AHHHH!! HAH! TORYAH!!!!

Vi: W-What are ya doing?

Mun: ...O-Oh! Woah! We did it! We beat 'em up!

Leif: Err-

Kabbu: Y-Yes. We couldn't have done it without you, brave lad!

Bandit: P-Punk...

Mun: That was awesome! We did it!

Vi: Y-Yup.

Mun: I'm gonna go tell Eophi I beat up all the bad guys! Wow!

Mun: Thank you so much!!!

Vi: O-Oi! The reward!

Kabbu: Do you really-

Vi: YES! This was a tough one!

Leif: If you really want one, guess you can go ask him back in town.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

7. Stairs Room

[Overworld Spy, pre-retrieving items]

Vi: Sigh. Really wish I had the Beemerang.

Leif: Hang in there. We'll find your A.D.B.P.

[Overworld Spy, post-retrieving items]

Kabbu: The bandits are quite skilled, to build a bridge like this!

Vi: It's just a bridge from the Golden Settlement!

Leif: How did they even smuggle this in...?

Venus Bud

[Let’s talk]

Venus: So, this is where the bandits make their hideout in!

Venus: I can sense lots of stolen objects deep inside, be sure to return them to their rightful owners when you can!

8. Entrance

[Overworld Spy, before examining key]

Kabbu: Careful. We're in bandit territory!

[Story, first entrance, Examine Key]

Vi: This was super easy!

Kabbu: ...Something feels off, doesn't it?

Leif: It's definitely too quiet in her-

Bandits: We got them! We got them!

(minibubble) Vi: My fur!

Bandits: These are the ones the wasps want, aren't they?

(minibubble) Kabbu: V-Vi! Leif!

Bandits: Shove them in the dungeon, take their stuff! We eat as kings tonight!

(minibubble) Leif: Unhand us!

Bandits: A ha ha ha ha!

[Overworld Spy, post-capture]

Leif: They really got us with their bait. They even had a fake wall blocking these stairs.

Kabbu: We were too confident. But we've grown smarter from this!

Vi: Uh. Yeah, sure...

[Story, walk to Astotheles’s Room]

Astotheles: ...So you're the ones causing all this ruckus. Team Snakemouth.

Kabbu: This imposing presence! Are you the leader of the bandits?

Astotheles: Hm. Quite sharp.

Astotheles: My name is Astotheles. As you say, I lead this pack.

Vi: You've got some nerve throwing us in a cell!

Leif: If you give us the key, we may even forgive it.

Astotheles: As if your feelings were of my slightest concern. You were trapped for what your heads could offer.

Astotheles: You are the Ant Witch's lackeys. My sworn enemies, and your capture could be a gold mine for my people.

Astotheles: The Wasps promised a handsome reward if we got rid of you. But I was blind to their slimy ways.

Kabbu: Astotheles, you seem reasonable. Surely this needs not come to blows?

Astotheles: You naive Queen's lapbug. Between us there can be no compromise.

Astotheles: But you shall have an honorable fight. Do your worst!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Curses...

Leif: Have it your way.

(minibubble) Vi: Let's do it!

[post-battle]

Astotheles: ...I yield. I can fight no longer. That wench's got good eyes for minions…

Astotheles: Do it, then. End me.

Kabbu: You got the fair fight you requested. That's enough.

Leif: A smackdown is good enough for us.

(minibubble) Astotheles: ...!

Vi: Yeah! Don't be so dramatic! We just want the key!

Bandit, offscreen: BOSS!!!

Thief: Y-You're hurt!

Bandit: Boss, why didn't you call us? We coulda handled these chumps!

Burglar: And we still can. Let's get 'em, boys!

Leif: Tch. After such a tough fight…

Astotheles: Enough!

Astotheles: We bet our honor in battle, and I lost. They're free to go.

Bandit: Seriously, boss? We can take 'em!

Astotheles: ...It's okay, friends. The gardens bloom, do they not? And we drove the wasps out.

Astotheles: There's no point in keeping them here any longer.

Vi: So you've come around? You could've just let us go, you know?

Burglar: I don't get ya sometimes, boss…

Astotheles: You three. You're against the Wasps, correct?

Kabbu: Indeed. They are a threat to all of Bugaria.

Astotheles: Then you may not be so bad. Maybe I can trust you with this.

Astotheles: We don't owe the Ant Kingdom even one blade of grass…

Astotheles: But those Wasps betrayed our covenant. They are lower than dirt.

Astotheles: I hope they'll meet justice at your hands. We don't have the time or resources to go after them.

Leif: If we do, don't think it's to do you a favor.

Astotheles: With that key, your mercy is repaid. Now, get out. If you come back, we'll throw you in that cell again.

(minibubble) Vi: We'd break out again!

Bandit: You heard the boss! Get out! Don't make us kick ya!

Leif: You bandits have got some swinging moods.

Vi: I don't get it... Are they good or bad?

Kabbu: Come, Vi. I don't think that's an answer we'll get today...

[key dialogue]

Astotheles: ...I have no more business with you. Get out.

[Spy Astotheles]

Leif: He called Elizant the Ant Witch, huh.

Vi: He fights really well with one arm…

Kabbu: I wish I could know more of his history, but we must leave lest we get thrown out.

[Astotheles’ Journal, leave and come back]

Textbox: "Day XXX. An unprepared moth was spotted near the sandpits. He carried quite a few berries."

Textbox: "Although I truly pitied him, the funds will let us get through this month smoothly."

Textbox: "Day YYZ. The flowers bloomed in our garden. Our hideout comes closer to becoming a home."

Textbox: "Day ZZZ. I was shown mercy today. Mercy I have not shown others…"

Textbox: "I need to think. I've left the hideout in charge of my trusted advisor. But I'll return."

Defiant Root

1. Entrance

[Story, upon first entrance]

Kabbu: Ah, it's good to be back.

Leif: Oh yeah. You mentioned staying here back with Neo.

Vi: That means we've been neighbors all along!

Kabbu: Life truly is full of small surprises like that.

Leif: Uh, cute. Anyways...how do we get to the Hive?

Vi: We just keep going straight. There's a huge elevator there!

Kabbu: I-Is it safe?

Vi: No one's fallen off yet, so it's probably safe! Let's go get this over with already!

Kabbu: Venus...watch over me...

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: Not much has changed. There's quite a few places I want to visit…

Vi: Really? I usually just zoom past the town unless I need the inn.

Leif: We're not familiar with the area. What's good in town, Kabbu?

Kabbu: North of here is a commercial district. The baker makes fantastic honey treats!

Vi: Seriously!?

Kabbu: The mayor's around here too, I should greet him when I get the chance…

Bee Guard: Welcome travelers, to Defiant Root. This town's name comes from the Big Tree's root, breaking through the Lost Sands.

Vi: ...I know that already.

Guard: Just doing my job.

Common Bee guard spy

Dran: Bandits have caused me some big trouble! If I wasn't blue...I reckon I'd be jailed by now.

[Spy Dran]

Vi: Poor Dran...he's had it rough lately with all these bandits.

Kabbu: Mhm...even though he is such a fine fellow, it's hard to escape superficial judgement.

(minibubble) Vi: ...

Leif: He'll be fine. And if he's not, we can help.

Kabbu: Leif, Vi...you two get more caring by the day!

(minibubble) Leif: Hmph.

Sign: Come visit Isau's Clinic! First consult is free!

Isau: Hey...welcome! What's troubling you?

Leif: We're not sick, just passing by.

Isau: That's okay. If you're ever feeling bad, drop by. First consult's free!

[Spy Isau]

Kabbu: Isau is such a relief to my eyes. She's treated many of my wounds.

Leif: Your trip from the north sounds anything but fun.

Kabbu: …

Vi: Really though...it's not so bad to have someone else take care of you, right?

Leif: Can't argue with that.

[Attempt to talk to Beette]

Vi: Nope. I don't wanna talk to her!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi…

[Spy Beette]

Vi: Great...she's here too.

Leif: Wonder what she's up to.

Vi: Don't know, don't care.

Kabbu: Isn't Vi being a bit too mean...?

Nish: Have a good time before you head out. Best to go into a job without any regrets.

[Spy Nish]

Kabbu: That eyepatch...so cool!

Leif: Seriously, Kabbu? Those are for covering wounds, you know.

Vi: Yeah. Can't believe you're so insensitive!

Kabbu: W-Wait, I said it was cool out of respect!

Trey: Explorers for the ants, eh? If you're interested in doing your usual questing or whatever, check the board over there.

[Spy Trey]

Kabbu: It's quite convenient to have quest boards all throughout the kingdom.

Leif: Must be a drag to update all of them…

Vi: Works for us, though. Completing these gives super good stuff!

Kabbu: Indeed. Let's check up on them every now and then.

[Examine Quest Board]

Trey: Interested in that one?

Textbox: Yes

No

Kina: Maki's still gone...I'm starting to get worried. He never takes this long to complete a mission.

Kabbu: I am certain he's fine!

Leif: Or maybe he…

Kina: SHUT UP! HE'S FINE!

[Spy Kina]

Leif: Kina's search for Maki continues…

Vi: That's cute and all, but she better not forget her job!

Kabbu: Knowing her, she's already finished. She's scary efficient when making time for Maki.

Dan: Ah...the bakery in this town is the best.

Dan: By mixing flour with different ingredients, it's possible to create so many different pastries! I must taste all of them!

[Spy Dan]

Leif: Ah...we can't help but be hungry around this bug.

Vi: No rush, Leif. You two can hang out!

Leif: Oh? We just might order some stuff, then…

Kabbu: Don't mind if we join you!

Mar: The desert's filled with so many spikes... I wish I could fly above them.

Mar: If I could build some sort of giant bubble... I'd walk all over them to show them who's boss!

[Spy Mar]

Kabbu: Hm... Could he be...?

Leif: You know him?

Kabbu: No. I thought I did, but... Maybe it's nothing but my imagination.

Will: Mmm. Hey. Careful round this well here, yes? You don't wanna be falling in.

[Spy Will]

Vi: I dunno why bugs stay here. It's all sandy and stuff.

Leif: ...You know, yeah. We wouldn't make this a permanent stay.

Kabbu: It's a very tightly knit community, with strong traditions!

Vi: Can't they just do their traditions somewhere nicer?

Kabbu: ...I swear, Vi...

[Spy Morty, before talking]

Kabbu: What a peculiar business. What exactly is he selling?

Leif: Only one way to find out.

[Spy Pillbug, before talking to Morty]

Leif: …

Kabbu: Um, Leif? Is something on your mind?

Leif: We want it.

Vi: We're not getting any pets!

Leif: We really really really want it.

Vi: Whatever. Talk to the merchant. But I ain't helping you buy it!

(minibubble) Pillbug: Zzz...

[First time talking to him]

Morty: Hohoh! It's Morty's bed bug rental system! Welcome!

Kabbu: A bed bug...rental service? Sir, what exactly do you mean?

Morty: It's all in the name. This pillbug here is incredible, I tell ya.

Morty: If you're tired, he will lull you to sleep and heal you fully!

Leif: Let's rent it, team.

Vi: Seriously!? This sounds like a huge scam!

Leif: B-But the pillbug…

Morty: ...Look. I don't ever do this, but if it'll earn your trust…

Morty: First rental's free, how's that? As soon as you sleep though, he'll come back to me.

Kabbu: This is quite the interesting business model…

Vi: Well...if the first try's free, I can't say no!

Leif: Yes...yes!

Morty: You won't regret it. He'll show you his super powers!

Morty: He'll do his best, so take care of him, okay?

Leif: We will. Oh, we will.

Kabbu: D-Don't forget we must return him...

[Spy Morty, after getting bedbug]

Kabbu: I must say, Morty's services were better than I expected.

Vi: It's super useful to rest anywhere! If I was him, I'd charge WAY more!

Leif: The idea that our dear bed bug could be rented to another bug...Team, we must keep renting at all costs.

Vi: Uh, just remember we don't own it or anything, okay?

[talking with him while still holding the bedbug]

Morty: Hey. How's the little guy doing?

Leif: We couldn't be happier.

Morty: Just don't hang on to him TOO long, okay?

[after using the bedbug]

Morty: Hohoh, come back for more? It's gonna be 30 berries this time!

Textbox: Hand it over.

Not yet.

[Spy Pillbug, after using]

Leif: Oh, dear Pibu…

Kabbu: Pibu?

Leif: We named him. Perfect, don't you think?

Vi: That's super lazy, Leif. It's just the sound it makes! It's like a river named Pshh!

Leif: Or like a Vi named Ugh.

Vi: HEY!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Pfft.

Mayor: Kabbu! You came to visit! Care to stay and chat?

Kabbu: Mayor...thank you. I'm currently on a mission, however. I'll come back again.

Mayor: Anytime, Kabbu. Bring your friends, too!

[Spy Mayor]

Vi: Getting to the mayor's house is super weird, isn't it?

Leif: Eh...we think it's a cute method.

Kabbu: Regardless of the route, this is a great place to live in.

Kabbu: He can easily oversee the whole town from here!

Vi: Look, all I'm saying is he could've paid for some stairs.

Locke: We get a lot of bee tourists, since we're so close by. But we don't really return the favor.

Locke: I've been thinking of going on an adventure up there myself. But it's hard to find the time…

Vi: (Not like he's missing much...)

[Spy Locke]

Leif: Say, the citizens of this town really enjoy that pattern on their clothing, don't they?

Kabbu: Well, they're simple to weave yet appealing...I could see why it'd be a hit.

Vi: Oh. We should open our own clothing line! With squares instead of triangles!

Leif: No way. Circles would look way better.

Kabbu: I'll keep my triangles, thank you very much.

Sign: Museum of the Ancients.

Tory: Ohohoh. Welcome, welcome! This is Defiant Root's one and only museum!

Tory: Ancient artifacts, or historic pottery...we take pride in all of it!

Leif: Wooow...

[Spy Tory]

Leif: This moth looks just as old as the rest of the museum.

Vi: Heheh. You don't get to talk about being old!

Kabbu: Vi!

Vi: O-Oh. Sorry, I…

Leif: Heh, it's fine. Walked right into that one.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Phew...

Sign: -The First Pot!-

When Defiant Root was first founded, many Termites and potter Wasps came to these lands seeking new soil.

Sign: The union of those two clay artisan species made to the creation of all of Defiant Root's buildings, and our land's famous clay pots!

Sign: If you are interested, please consider purchasing your very own masterfully crafted clay pot as a souvenir!

Sign: A perfect home decoration so you'll always remember your visit to our proud settlement!

Sign: -Tools of War?-

These weird pins were found buried in the desert ages ago.

Sign: Historians deduce that these tools were made by either roaches or giants.

Sign: As for their use, they might have been used as traps to keep invading troops away during times of war in these very lands.

Sign: No consensus on their use or creation methods has been reached yet.

Anna: Hey...I hope you're having a good day. Please be careful, okay?

[Spy Anna]

Kabbu: Something seems off about this young lady.

Leif: Hmm? ...! Her leg…

Vi: Ah...We should probably shut up.

Kabbu: I pray she did not hear us gossip...

[The bug on top of the roof, hidden from view]

???: Pssst! You! You look like you MIGHT be interested in this…

???: Spicy Berries...I have some. 16 berries a pop. You IN?

Textbox: 16 berries? What a steal!

No way!

[Spy ???:]

Leif: What the-!? ...Yikes, we didn't see him there.

(minibubble) Vi: Eep!

Kabbu: Interesting spot. Shall we see what he has to say?

[Story, ch 4]

Mayor: Ah, Kabbu! Good to see you. Delilah's filled me in.

Kabbu: No, it's my pleasure! Thank you for everything!

Mayor: Hohoho! Don't think of it!

Leif: You've got info on the Sand Castle, correct?

Mayor: That I do. That castle's an ancient Roach structure, rumored to be at the northeastern corner of the Lost Sands.

Mayor: Mind you, that rumor's older than I am! But there IS a weird tablet in that part of the desert.

Vi: It's the only clue we have, so... Any ideas on how to get in?

Mayor: Well, scholars say that you need the Heaven and Earth keys to enter the castle.

Mayor: I've got a lead on only one of them. It's said to be...with the bandits.

Kabbu: Ngh. They've been causing us enough trouble as is.

Mayor: Ask around town, someone could have a clue on their hideout's whereabouts.

Mayor: Maybe some have heard of the other key, even!

Leif: If Elizant wasn't lying, time is of the essence. It's time to search.

Mayor: Stay safe, you three. The sands are unforgiving to those unprepared!

Kabbu: I have my team, worry not. We'll protect each other!

Mayor: I have no doubt. Even so! You've got to accept this little gift from the good old mayor!

(minibubble) Vi: Woah!

(minibubble) Leif: Thanks.

Kabbu: M-Mayor! This is too much!

Mayor: Take it, Kabbu. You can't say no!

Kabbu: ...Thank you, Mayor. We will return safely!

[talk again]

Mayor: I'll be praying for your safe return. Hopefully someone in town knows more!

Nish: The Sand Castle? I overheard some bandits bragging about some key to it…

Nish: A poor lad in the commercial district is obsessed with them. Try askin' him?

Rob: We wanted to keep traveling...but there are rumors of lots of bandits in the desert.

Rob: Guess we'll try to enjoy Defiant Root a bit more!

Bub: Ouch. This bandit situation will cost us some time... At least the food here is nice!

[Spy Rob or Bub]

Kabbu: These two crossed the desert as well…

Vi: Hope they didn't run into any bandits...

Dran: Huh? Keys? Sorry, don't know anything.

Locke: The Sand Castle? That fairy tale for kids? I heard the museum owner tell a tourist about it.

Tory: Welcome! Come to see the museum, did ya?

Leif: Actually, we'd like to ask you if you'd know anything about the Sand Castle.

Tory: The Sand Castle? Hmm...It's Roach made, that's for sure!

Tory: They say there was an old Roach village near the oasis south of town.

Tory: I'm sure those old ruins hold some important things, castle or not. Shame I'm too old to explore the desert alone!

[post-bandit hideout]

Nish: Hmm...the bandits seem to have been winding down on attacks lately.

Nish: My guess is that someone went up and took care of business at their hideout.

Nish: At least now I can worry less about having my cargo stolen.

Rob: I've heard the bandit crisis was solved! They just up and left. Talk about great timing!

Bub: Oho! We can finally move on with our travels!

Bub: But first, let's eat a bit more before leaving, this food is really nice!

Mayor: Be careful when in the desert! The sands…

Vi: Are unforgiving to the unprepared, we know.

Kabbu: We will be fine, Mayor. Don't worry about us.

[post-sand castle]

Locke: So the castle is not a fairy tale? I guess I should have paid more attention to my old classes.

Mayor: So the Sand Castle was real…

Mayor: Hopefully folks won't try to plunder it for treasures and get hurt. We should build a fence around it...

[after Quest: Bandit Hunt]

Anna: ...I um, heard you defeated the bandits…

Anna: ...Thank you...Thank you very much!

[before accepting quest]

Eremi: Uff. It's burning up today! I can't walk in this sun...

[Spy Eremi]

Vi: That's a cute apron!

Kabbu: Leif, you quite enjoy cooking. Correct?

Leif: When it's stuff we like.

Kabbu: Perhaps you should wear a cute apron as well!

Leif: That's...not how it works.

Vi: You just don't wanna wear it!

Leif: Why don't YOU get an apron then, Vi?

Vi: Ahahaha...oh whoops, time to get back to work!

[Quest: It’s Too Hot!]

Eremi: Ahh, it's too hot! Isn't there an ancient fan in here!?

Tory: Err...no.

Leif: You must be Eremi.

Eremi: Ah, yup! That's me!

Kabbu: How may we help you combat this heatspell?

Vi: Leif! Freeze her up!

Eremi: Wow! What a nice breeze!

Leif: Mission complete.

Vi: Pay up!

Eremi: W-Wait! It's already hot again!

Eremi: I'm SUPER thankful, but...I need something that will last after you're gone!

Leif: Hmm…

Kabbu: Perhaps an umbrella? Or some sort of ointment to shield you from the sun's rays?

Eremi: I'll take anything, really. Please...I'm begging you!

Vi: So much for the easy check... We'll find something, so sit tight!

Leif: Try not to uh, work yourself up until then.

[talk again]

Eremi: Phew...did you find something for the heat?

[talk again]

Eremi: I'm gonna get going now. See you around!

[post-quest]

Eremi: Hello there! I hope everything is going well with you!

Eremi: It's nice to finally be able to look around town without feeling like I'm melting!

[talk to Eremi after giving ice or ointment, with umbrella]

Eremi: Oh! That umbrella!

Eremi: That would be really nice to protect me from sunlight! Would you mind giving it to me?

Textbox: Here you go!

Nope.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Ch5]

Dran: I heard the Wasps attacked the Ant Kingdom…

Dran: I think I'll cancel my trip for the time being…

Bee Guard: The Wasps just broke through the border! What was the guard on duty doing?!

Guard: We have to protect the town!

Kina: Ugh. What am I supposed to do with you now?!

Yin: M-muh muh!

Kina: DON'T YOU "MUH MUH" ME! I SEE HOW YOU KEEP LOOKING AT MAKI!

Kina: YOU BETTER NOT THINK OF DOING ANYTHING FUNNY OR I WILL END YOU!!

Yin: M-muh! Muh muuuuh!!

Leif: We'd best, uh, catch up with Maki soon.

[Spy Yin]

Kabbu: I remember Maki saying this caterpillar's name is Yin.

Vi: Isn't Yin too old to still be a caterpillar?

Leif: We can feel a faint magic inside of her. Don't think this is your run of the mill caterpillar.

Kabbu: We need to ask Maki for more information after the mission.

[Spy Kina]

Vi: Kina doesn't like Yin at all, huh.

Leif: She's way too overprotective of Maki.

Vi: Say it any louder and she'll smack us!

Kabbu: A fair warning...

[ch6]

Aebees: Everything's my fault, but I had no chance against 'em…

Aebees: How will I ever face the Queen...!?

[Spy Aebees]

Leif: The border guard's massive...ly down in the dumps.

Kabbu: Leif! How crass, to jab at her with such wordplay in her moment of weakness!

Vi: YEAH! Leif, you're the worst!

Leif: Hey, it was just a joke...

Locke: Heard the Ant Kingdom was attacked...what has this world come to be? Is nowhere safe anymore?

Locke: How long until this old town of us is next? I don't want to think about this...

Nish: Wasps attacked the Ants, huh?

Nish: ...Not my business. So long as they keep off here. Sorry.

[Quest: Rare Item Wanted!]

Kabbu: Doctor Isau! Doing well?

Isau: Why, yes! That permit... You saw my request?

Leif: Yep. We'd like to hear more about your miracle cure.

Isau: You see, I've been studying Bugaria's flora and their properties for many moons now.

Isau: I've found a combination that should heal any illness!

Vi: Woah, that's a berry maker right there!

Isau: Um, no. My hope is to be able to offer cheap treatment...

(minibubble) Vi: WHAT!?

Kabbu: You are a noble soul! I will gladly lend you my strength!

Isau: Heheheh. Thanks.

Leif: We're assuming the missing ingredient's not going to be easy to get.

Isau: Have you all heard of Snakemouth Den?

Leif: ...Yes. We're very familiar with its depths.

Isau: Excellent! Although the white Sophie Petal I seek actually grows over the den itself, I hear.

Isau: I haven't found a way to reach that high place.

Leif: So we should try to get really high up?

Vi: Leave it to us!

Kabbu: With Vi's flight, there's nowhere we can't reach!

Isau: I'll be counting on you. Don't get hurt!

[talk again]

Isau: Oh, it's you kind lot. Have you found the Sophie Petal in Snakemouth Den?

[exit out]

Isau: There's no rush. Please take your time looking for it.

[incorrect item]

Isau: A-Ah, this doesn't seem to be it. Could you um, go back to Snakemouth Den?

[give petal]

Isau: That silky white petal! You did it!

Vi: Easy peasy!

Leif: We can feel magic within it. It's sure to be what you need.

Isau: Oh, how can I ever repay you!?

Kabbu: There's no ne-Hurk!

(minibubble) Vi: Stop!

Isau: Your help was priceless! I hope this humble reward is enough.

Vi: ...I mean, it's cool. But is it enough?

Kabbu: Don't be like that, Vi!

Isau: N-No, she's right. Your help really was priceless!

Leif: She's always like that. Don't worry.

Isau: Nonsense. Here, have just a little extra!

Vi: Heheheh.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Darn...

Leif: Unbelievable…

Kabbu: T-Thank you, Isau. We hope your research goes well.

Isau: Me too. For the sake of all bugs out there...Huh? What's this?

Leif: Is there an issue?

Isau: I think this petal's got some seeds in it! They're super tiny, see?

Isau: I'll try planting a Sophie here, too. That should save explorers a lot of trouble!

Vi: It's gonna grow great, you're super kind!

Isau: Heheheh. Well, let's toast to that!

[talk after completing quest]

Isau: Thank you. Research's going well! I'll work hard for all sick bugs out there...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Want to Relive Memories...]

Mayor: Kabbu! Vi! Leif! It's good to see you!

Kabbu: It is always nice to be back.

Vi: You had a quest posted up and stuff, right?

Mayor: Mhm. But you shouldn't have bothered, Kabbu! I'm sure you've got more important things to do.

Leif: Well…

Kabbu: Not at all!

Mayor: ...Thanks.

Vi: Let's get on with the details! Like the reward…

Mayor: Hoho, don't worry. The mayor pays well!

Mayor: Y'see, hosting was good and all! I didn't expect to like Whack-A-Worm so much!

Leif: And you're seeking some thrills again.

Mayor: Yup! I really want to see someone score a 20!

Vi: Alright! I'll whoop em up!

Kabbu: There's a nice spot near the settlement, shall we check it out?

Mayor: Oh, oh yes! Thank you so much, Kabbu!

Mayor: I'm so excited!

(minibubble) Vi: Don't push!

[after completing quest, before opening vault]

Mayor: I hope you'll like my vault! Heheheh.

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[after quest and after opening vault]

Mayor: Everything alright? I hope you're having a good day!

[postcanon]

Nish: So you three actually managed to solve the Wasp crisis. Color me impressed.

Nish: ...If you're expecting free drinks, tough luck.

Dran: Well well, looks like the Wasp situation is over.

Dran: But to be honest, things are kinda boring now.

Locke: Seems everything is back to normal over at the Ant Kingdom.

Locke: Maybe I will finally take the time to visit sometime.

2. Elevator Area

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Here we are. The elevator to the Bee Kingdom. Woo.

Leif: Gets the job done.

Kabbu: If we're going up, let's make sure we don't need anything from down here.

Wayde: Welcome...to T & W's inn.

Wayde: It's 4 berries per bug to stay a night here. So, 12 berries for you three. Shall I...arrange the beds?

Textbox: Yes please

No thanks.

Are you okay?

[Talk after sleeping]

Wayde: Did you sleep well? Thank you for staying with...us.

[Spy Wayde]

Kabbu: This poor wasp... I can feel the loss in his eyes.

Vi: Uh...so he's sad, basically?

Kabbu: Indeed.

Leif: You're dying to talk to him, aren't you.

Kabbu: ...No. When it's grief like this, only time can heal it. Let's not meddle.

Vi: Kabbu?

Samira

[Spy Samira]

Kabbu: Samira's instrument is quite soothing. Perfect to relax on a sunny day.

Leif: We've never seen that instrument before, actually. Is it...an artifact?

Vi: Isn't it just a rock with holes in it...?

[Story, first talk]

Elevator Bee Guard: So you've come back, Vi. On a mission, from what I can tell?

Vi: Uh huh. Get us up?

Guard: Sure thing. Hop on, explorers.

Leif: We're not done talking about your issues, Vi. We're just saving it for later.

Vi: Drop it. Seriously. I don't want to talk about it!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi...

Common Bee guard spy

[talk any other time after]

Elevator bee guard: This elevator leads into the Bee Hive! Would you like to go there?

Textbox: Yes

No

Diana

Gate Bee Guard: If you keep going down this path, you will eventually reach the Golden Settlement.

Guard: Just be careful with the monsters on the way.

Common Bee guard spy

[First talk]

Vi: Hiya! Still looking?

Kenny: Yes. I must say, Defiant Root's got its charm as well.

Leif: Really? The sand doesn't do much for us.

Kenny: Although it's not the most prosperous, people trade and work together to endure thirst and bandits.

Kenny: It's a historic site with a tightly knit community.

Kabbu: Could this be the place you'll call home?

Kenny: ...Not yet. But I hope we'll bump into each other once more.

Leif: Safe travels.

[Talk again]

Kenny: I hope we'll bump into each other once more.

Common Kenny spy

Mines Ant

[ch4]

Will: Hey hey, feels like something bad is brewing in the horizon, isn't it?

Will: Don't even have time to check the old well these days, been so busy.

Will: Could you check it out for me?

[Spy Will]

Vi: I dunno why bugs stay here. It's all sandy and stuff.

Leif: ...You know, yeah. We wouldn't make this a permanent stay.

Kabbu: It's a very tightly knit community, with strong traditions!

Vi: Can't they just do their traditions somewhere nicer?

Kabbu: ...I swear, Vi...

[post-hideout]

Will: Lots of bandits lately... What's going on?

Will: If you plan on heading out, be careful!

Will: Wha? The well links to the Bandit Hideout? I'll be darned…

[post-first wasp invasion]

Will: Wha? The well links to the Bandit Hideout? The Wasps attacked the Ant Kingdom?

Will: Mmm... Times are getting rough.

[ch4]

Ant Guard: Explorers, the Queen has approved escorts between the Outskirts and Defiant Root. Will you ride the caravan?

Textbox: Yes

No

[after talking to Tynn in the Termite Kingdom]

Wayde: Can you believe it? My associate's back! I'm so happy…

(minibubble) Kabbu: Heheh...

[Spy Wayde or Tynn]

Leif: This inn's got its smile back.

Vi: ...I'm not gonna ask for a reward this time. I guess it's fine.

Kabbu: I'm happy for them... Some do get their friends back.

Leif: It'll be okay. Let's rest up.

Tynn: Oh, my friends! Welcome to T & W's!

(minibubble) Wayde: Welcome back!

Tynn: You're getting a special deal from us. 7 berries a night!

Textbox: Thank you!

Just passing by!

How's everything?

[after sleeping]

Tynn: Did you sleep well? Thank you for staying with us!

(minibubble) Wayde: Come again!

3. Commercial

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: Business is booming.

Vi: There's so many shops, and they all sell unique items!

Kabbu: We simply cannot skip going to the bakery!

Leif: We feel there's more to this place. A little supply gathering detour won't hurt.

[Spy Crisbee]

Kabbu: Ah, good old Crisbee's. It's nice to see this place again.

Leif: Again, Kabbu?

Kabbu: Mhm. On my first trip here, I would eat here every day.

Kabbu: I must say, I've heard the food's gotten even better!

Leif: Is that so? Now we've got to taste some…

Vi: A bee chef out of the Hive, huh...

[First talk in a row]

Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's, the best bakery in town! And uh, the only one...

Crisbee: Give me some stuff to bake with, and I'll try to rise to the task!

[Talk again, in a row]

Crisbee: Welcome to Crisbee's, I'm always happy to see you again! Wanna cook some stuff?

Textbox: Cook with one ingredient.

Cook with two ingredients.

What do you have for sale?

Nothing.

[examine shop item]

Crisbee: That |string,0| goes for |currency,var,1|! D-Does it look any good to you?

Textbox: I'll take it!

No thanks.

[Quest: I Wanna Get Better!]

Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's! You're the fine ones that took my request, right? What's up?

Textbox: We'll help you train.

Cook with one ingredient.

Cook with two ingredients.

What do you have for sale?

Nothing.

[We'll help you train.]

Crisbee: So I had this idea for a dish...I'm gonna need a Spud. Then I can make something really good! Um, probably...

[Talk again]

Crisbee: Hehehey! Welcome to Crisbee's! I'm ready to cook while you find that Succulent Berry!

[We'll help you train.]

Crisbee: A Succulent Berry...It's gonna turn out awesome! You've found it?

[Talk again]

Crisbee: We're almost done! Only the Spicy Bomb and the Abomihoney are left!

Crisbee: If you bring me the ingredients, I can bake them for you!

[We'll help you train.]

Crisbee: Did you bring the Spicy Bomb and an Abomihoney?

Textbox: Yes

No

[post-battle]

Crisbee: ...I don't get it. I did everything right, I think…

Vi: Abomihoney is super dangerous! Doesn't matter how good you bake it!

Crisbee: S-sorry... I guess the "forbidden" wasn't just for show.

Kabbu: It's okay, Crisbee. Even if it wasn't food, you cooked it to perfection!

Leif: Shame we couldn't eat it though…

Crisbee: Hmm... Wait up, okay? I'm gonna try again. Not following any old legend! This dish is all me!

Crisbee: Thank you, everyone! For real now, something yummy only I can cook!

Kabbu: This looks fantastic, Crisbee! Oh... The TEXTURE!

Crisbee: I made some more for everyone!

Vi: Woah...It's super yummy!

Leif: Incredible... We must have more!

Crisbee: It's all thanks to your help! If you bring me a Glazed Honey and a Flour Bag, I'll make you more!

Leif: You've earned yourself a regular.

Vi: Heheh. You're gonna be famous in no time!

Kabbu: I'll have to be careful not to eat TOO many…

(minibubble) Leif: Nuh-Uh. Give us more.,

Crisbee: We're best friends now. Come whenever you want, and I'll bake you some real tasty stuff!

[End of Quest-related dialogue]

[Spy Sandy]

Leif: That dry bread looks go-…

Vi: Leif?

Kabbu: Are you alright?

Leif: Some sand just fell on it…

Vi: Nothing some shaking can't fix!

Leif: You have fun eating it. We've got standards.

Sandy: Hello there. If you are interested in any of my wares, just check them over there and press |button,4| on whatever you want.

Sandy: Or we could trade some goods instead.

Textbox: We have some things to sell.

Just browsing.

[Examine shop item]

Sandy: Ah, I see your eyes darting over that |string,0|.|currency,var,1| for it, interested?

Textbox: I'll take it!

No thanks.

Common amber dialogue

[Spy Amber]

Vi: So is this Ms. Amber, or another ant?

Leif: That's a dumb question. How would she have our items if she wasn't?

Kabbu: Perhaps they work in shifts, and transfer items between each other…

Vi: So is she Amber or not!?

Leif: Dunno.

[first talk]

Fuzzo: I've heard you saved my mates from some bandits.

Fuzzo: ...I'm bad at this, so I'll only say it once. Thank you.

Vi: It was no problem! Now, for a rew-

Kabbu: It was nothing! We look forward to buying from you in the future.

(minibubble) Leif: Heheheh.

[Subsequently]

Fuzzo: Heh. With all the tourists coming back from the festival... Business will be good.

[Spy Fuzzo]

Leif: These merchants really get around.

Vi: Defiant Root's the best place to restock, you know? They get lots of stuff for cheap!

Kabbu: You're surprisingly well informed…

Leif: If it's about money, it shouldn't surprise you.

Vi: Yep! In business, knowing's half the battle!

Sign: Ye Ol' Blacksmithey.

Ven: Blasted bandits...I can't forgive what they've done to her. If you see any, don't be merciful.

[Spy Ven]

Kabbu: This fellow seems to be diligently guarding this sign.

Vi: Huh. I think I saw him when I left the Hive, but he looked a lot happier.

Leif: It's not like we know what's going on in his life. We shouldn't be too nosy.

Kabbu: B-But being nosy is a part of helping others!

Leif: …

Kabbu: Fine...

Butomu: Hrm...I can't just leave the forge. How will I get that ore?

[Spy Butomu]

Kabbu: Miss Butomu! What an honor!

Vi: Uh, is she special? She makes Medals, right?

Kabbu: Well, yes...but there are many tales of her strength. Of her journeys!

Kabbu: She'd slowly travel across the lands collecting materials, and no obstacle would be a match for her!

Kabbu: They say she walked right through a boulder!

Leif: Now that's gotta be fake...

Engira: Hohoho! Check my mecha claw out! Spiffy, ain't it?

Enira: A new frontier of WEAPONRY awaits! By my CLAW!

[Spy Engira]

Leif: Nice claw.

Vi: I don't get what's the big deal with it.

Kabbu: Well, he's the blacksmith...so long as it helps him out, it's all that matters!

[First talk]

Sun: Travelers...I can see the scars of battle on your being.

Vi: Uh…

Sun: Worry not, I only wish to help. I've got some powerful berries on me.

Leif: Hmm. Just how powerful?

Sun: These berries can boost your combat abilities when eaten.

Sun: You can't really share them though... You'll have to decide who eats which.

Kabbu: Those sound quite helpful.

Vi: Bleh. Knowing these merchants it's gonna cost us a wing…

Sun: You're not wrong, traveler. I'm selling an HP boosting Heart Berry right now. 100 Berries.

Vi: What!?

Leif: Just think of the HP, Vi.

Vi: Just think of the 100 berries, Leif!

Kabbu: Err, we'll come back when we've decided, sir.

Sun: Don't take too long. Who knows when they'll spoil.

[Talk again]

Sun: Travelers. You've come for the HP boosting Heart Berry? It's still 100 berries.

[available starting ch 3]

Sun: Travelers. You've come for the TP boosting Bond Berry? It'll be 100 berries.

[available starting ch 6]

Sun: Travelers. You've come for the Attack boosting Super Pepper? It'll be 150 berries.

[available starting ch 7]

Travelers. You've come for the Defense boosting Iron Seed? It'll be 180 berries.

Textbox: Hand it over.

Not yet.

[talk again, nothing more available yet]

Sun: I no longer have anything that might interest you. Be safe, travelers.

[Spy Sun]

Vi: Hey Kabbu, is this your dad?

Kabbu: What? Vi, we look nothing alike!

Leif: You look pretty similar to us.

Kabbu: Excuse me? The green hues are completely different!

Vi: Eh... Maybe all beetles just look the same.

Leif: Wow. So do all bees.

Vi: Hey!

[before accepting Stolen Item quest]

Sign: Under renovation. Come back soon!

[Quest: Vi’s Request]

[Spy Genow]

Leif: Must be rough being a Bumblebee in this heat…

Vi: He's wearing a scarf, right? Doesn't seem like he minds.

Kabbu: Now that's what I call heat tolerance…

[first talk]

Genow: This place is lovely. I just found some great cloth for my place!

Leif: Would you mind showing us?

Genow: Sure!

Genow: Beautiful, right?

Kabbu: Indeed! This must be in line with what that fine bee wanted…

Vi: It's really cool. Where did ya get it?

Genow: Um, right here. But it was the last one…

Vi: You wouldn't, uh, sell it or anything right?

Leif: We've been looking a long time for something like it.

Genow: U-Um…

Kabbu: If it's not for the money, we could trade for it as well?

Genow: Wow, you're really serious about this huh.

Genow: Let me think…

Genow: I went to the Ant Kingdom earlier, but I didn't get to pick up anything.

Genow: I'd trade this cloth for a toy, or some souvenir like that?

Leif: We can do that.

Vi: Yeah! We live there and all!

Genow: Really? Then this must be fate!

Genow: I'll be here for a good while, so I'll hang on to the cloth.

Genow: Looking forward to what you bring!

[subsequent talks before getting souvenir]

Genow: I'll be here for a good while, so I'll hang on to the cloth.

Genow: Looking forward to what you bring!

[have souvenir]

Genow: So you brought me a souvenir from the Ant Kingdom?

[subsequent talks]

Genow: Can't wait to show it to my teammate! Thank you!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

Shay: ...What? I'm just enjoying some shade. Stop staring.

Kabbu: S-Sorry...

[Spy Shay]

Vi: Shady mosquitos are everywhere, huh.

Leif: Hey. The juice seller in the Golden Settlement is honest.

Kabbu: Indeed. Vi, you shouldn't generalize a whole group!

Vi: Geez, I was just saying...

Xic: Kuku. Welcome to the poison emporium. Your number one place to get exotic toxins.

Xic: Kuku. If you're interested in pain, get close to its vessel and press |button,4| to call me!

[Examine item]

Xic: Kuku...That |string,0|? |currency,var,1|.

Textbox: I'll take it!

No thanks.

[Spy Xic]

Leif: So the rumors were true. There is a master of all poison in this town.

Vi: Err, where...no, WHEN did you hear that?

Leif: Kut mentioned him. His ingredients carry more toxins than you could imagine.

Kabbu: Do we even want to ask?

Leif: Look. We're buying these. And cooking them.

Vi: No way! Do it with your own berries!

Charmy: Hello there lovelies! Welcome to my humble stall.

Charmy: Here, I offer charms which can change how battles go on for you, for only a few berries.

Charmy: I have a few different charm types, which is how long their effects will last. The more they last, the more berries they cost of course!

Charmy: Could I interest you in any charms?

Charmy: What kind of charm are you interested in?

Textbox: Cheapskate Charm - 10 berries

Regular Charm - 20 berries

Overcharmed - 40 berries

How do charms work?

Not interested right now.

[coming back before a charm wears off]

Charmy: Hey there! Already back? That charm I gave you is still active.

Charmy: Would you like me to overwrite it?

Textbox: Yes please.

No thanks.

[Spy Charmy]

Kabbu: Ooh! The charm dancer! We simply must purchase one!

Leif: We thought you weren't too keen on fortune…

Kabbu: I've seen these work with my very own eyes. There's no luck involved.

Leif: Uh huh... Maybe just one, then.

[ch4]

Ven: Curses! One of them hid in the well!

Vi: Huh?

Ven: One of those blasted bandits, of course! How dare they hide in our town...

[buy key]

Ven: Whatever you do, stay far away from the Bandit Hideout at the southeast!

Ven: They'll do anything for berries... even hurt others without mercy!

[post-bandit hideout]

Ven: The bandits have calmed down a little, but they're still a nuisance…

Ven: Someone must deal with them! I would do it myself, but...

[Quest: Bandit Hunt]

Ven: You took my request, didn't you?

Leif: We did. Beat some bandits, is that it?

Ven: Yes. These blasted bandits...I will never forgive them…

Ven: Please, I cannot go myself. I have my reasons. Besides, I am not equipped for it.

Kabbu: Leave it to us, we will teach those evildoers a lesson!

Ven: You have my gratitude. I need you to defeat at least 20 of them.

Ven: Any of them will do. Be it the dragonflies, the crickets, the ladybugs, whichever.

Ven: Just beat them up so they stop attacking the citizens of Defiant Root!

Vi: You got it! Just have our reward ready when we're back!

Ven: As long as they stop attacking us... You shall receive your reward. Notify me once you've beaten 20 of them.

[Talk without having defeated enough]

Ven: Seems you still need to teach a few more bandits a lesson. Just beat 20 bandits, any of them, and I will reward you.

Kabbu: It'll be good to check the Bestiary. It should hold how many we've defeated!

[Talk, defeated 20]

Ven: You've done it, haven't you!? I can tell their foul deeds have become less frequent. Good job!

Kabbu: Justice has, in fact, been delivered!

Ven: If only I had more to give. Here's what I promised you.

Ven: Once more, you have my gratitude. Now at least she can rest easy now.

Leif: No problem. Take care of yourself.

Ven: It will be much easier now. Stay safe during your travels.

[talk post-quest]

Ven: Thank you. For everything. I am sure she is grateful too.

[End of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Card Masters of Bugaria]

Shay: ...I see. You're card players, huh?

Leif: You're quick on the uptake. Ever heard of the Card Masters?

Shay: You're talking to the one and only.

Kabbu: A-Aren't there four?

Shay: You ready for this? I have no plans to go easy on you.

Textbox: Bring it on!

Not yet.

[Lose]

Leif: Ngh...Strong.

Shay: The title of card master isn't given to just anyone. Best of luck next time.

[Win]

Shay: ...I've lost to a rookie!?

Leif: Your overconfidence was your defeat.

Shay: I learned a strategy or two, I'll give you that. I, Shay, shall upgrade your card on my duelist honor.

[Masters remaining]

Shay: You still need to defeat the remaining masters. But they don't get any better than me, really.

Shay: Here's a good hint: "Someone shy, but when challenged, changes completely."

Kabbu: It pains me to say there's no shortage of shyness in this kingdom. Thank you for your help, however.

Shay: No problem. If you're up for another game, just say it. I'll give you a good fight.

Leif: Hmm. Anytime, Shay.

[Final Master]

Shay: With this full card, no one's going to stop you from entering the Metal Island tournament.

Vi: We did it! The prize is just within reach!

Shay: Show the old sailor by the pier this card, and he'll give you a good discount. Beats swimming.

Leif: Thank you. It's time to test our skills against the elite.

Kabbu: Let us go. Towards Metal Island!

[after winning]

Shay: Up for another match?

Textbox: Bring it on!

Not yet.

[Bring it on!]

Shay: Feel the sting of a pro player!

[win again]

Shay: So I lose again... Here's something for your trouble. I did come up with some tricks.

[End of quest-related Dialogue]

[Quest: Ore Wanted]

Kabbu: Ms. Butomu? We've seen your listing!

Butomu: Is that so, noble explorers? You've found the crimson ore?

[talk after]

Butomu: Hrm. I wonder what my next work shall be!

[end of quest dialogue]

[After Sand Castle]

[Spy Neil]

Vi: Hey, that ice isn't melting!

Kabbu: ...It'd be more impressive if we hadn't met Leif.

(minibubble) Leif: Heh.

Neil: Hey there! Some folk actually unearthed the old Sand Castle! So I went in and got some of these Magic Ice cubes!

Neil: Do you want one? It's 10 berries for this Magic Ice that never melts! Great for cold recipes!

Textbox: Yes

No

[Quest: Lost Item]

[Spy Zasp]

Vi: Hey! That guy looks familiar!

(minibubble) Kabbu: D-Does he?

Leif: Could this be...?

Zasp: ...! You!

Kabbu: Hm?

Zasp: ...N-Nothing. Have you found the "thing"?

[talk again]

Zasp: ...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[ch6]

Fuzzo: Drat. The Wasp attack will cause a dent on business...

Bee Guard: With the Wasp attack, the order for battle gear has skyrocketed! And so has my workload!

Guard: I hope we really don't have to fight in a war...

[Spy Kali]

Kabbu: Ms. Kali's made quite a name for herself in town! Her wares are very popular.

Vi: Eh, they're way too expensive.

Leif: And we're already beautiful.

Kabbu: Al...right?

[Quest: Stolen Item]

Kali: I can't believe it! My baby! My handmade, extremely high-quality silk!

Leif: That's gotta be Kali. Excuse us, miss?

Kali: Whatever could you want? Can't you see I'm devastated?

Vi: We're here to help!

Kabbu: You need not suffer any longer. Could you tell us what happened?

Kali: Aah...Explorers! Please excuse me, I've been very on edge.

Kali: I have ample reason to believe bandits have stolen my silk!

Kali: Not any silk, yes? This one costs both time and many berries to manufacture!

Leif: The bandits've really done a number on Defiant Root.

Kabbu: Leave it to us! You will be able to craft again soon!

Kali: So dashing! Please, return it before they ruin it!

Vi: You got it. Start getting that reward ready!

[talk again]

Kali: Oh, what great timing! Could it be you've retrieved my precious silk!?

[wrong item]

Kali: No, no, no! This isn't it. How distressing!

[exit out]

Kabbu: Sorry, not yet.

Kali: You haven't? I do apologize for jumping to conclusions. Would you please go? I need to grieve.

[give stolen silk]

Kali: Ah! My baby! My handmade, extremely high-quality silk!

Leif: It did feel incredible carrying it back here.

Kabbu: Miss Kali, did you truly create such an exquisite texture?

Kali: That's right. Silks and the wondrous items of fashion and leisure it can be woven into are my absolute PASSION.

Vi: They've gotta be worth a fortune! No wonder it got stolen.

Kali: A fortune? Hah! You cannot put a price on a masterpiece.

Kali: ...Though I'll have you know my prices are very economical, darlings.

Vi: This place is so cool though. I've never seen this big wheel before!

Kali: W-Wait! Do be VERY careful near that vase, my dear. It's a gift from a client very close to me.

Kabbu: Incredible. Your work touches the hearts of the wearer that strongly!

Leif: Shame we're not too much into fashion…

Kali: I'm itching to get back to work, so…

Kali: Please, let me reward you for all you've done for this shop.

Kali: And you all seem absolutely exhausted, you poor things. Breathe this in, my darlings, it should soothe and fix your wounds with ease.

Kabbu: Oh! Thank you so much!

Vi: Huh?! This smoke... I-I...

Vi: COUGH! COUGH! COUGH! HACK!

Leif: Vi, watch out!

Vi: ATCHOOOO!!

Vi: ...S-Sorry. This smoke makes me really dizz-

Kali: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!

Kali: That vase was a one of a kind design from…

(minibubble) Leif: Ah crud.

Kali: It's shattered, ruined, obliterated! Oh this is the worst day of my LIFE!

Vi: I...I'm sorry!

Kali: Sorry is NOT enough! It's time to show you the consequences of touching things that do not belong to YOU!

Vi: COUGH! COUGH! STOP IT! I SAID I'M SORRY!

Leif: What's this smoke...?

Kabbu: ...N-Nghh...Vi, Leif!

Kali: Come hither, my dear Beetle…

Kabbu: Hnnnng...what...is...going...on...? My...body...

Kali: A surprise you could resist my charms, oh blue one.

Kali: I digress, come, my Knight, let's give these two a proper thrashing!

Leif: Kabbu, what do you think you're doing?

Vi: You're gonna BETRAY US!? OVER THIS!?

Kabbu: I...can't control...my body...

Kali: A puppet on silken strings, now... Let's begin, shall we?

[first time defeating Kabbu before defeating Kali]

Kali: Oh no no, my valiant knight, do rise once more! Healing dust!

[battle]

Kali: A-Ah! I...I yield!

[post-battle]

Leif: This was unnecessary. We could've replaced the vase.

Kabbu: Extremely unnecessary! Please don't control my body!

Vi: I...I'm sorry. That smoke made me dizzy, I couldn't help it…

Kali: …

Kali: …

Kali: ...*Sigh* Alright. I apologize as well, my dears.

Kali: It was quite uncouth of me to lose my temper.

Kali: Let's put this behind us, hm? Water in the oasis as it were. I'll see if Butomu can fix the vase…

Leif: Fine with us. We're too lazy to press charges.

Vi: I'll stay super far from the fixed one, promise!

Kabbu: Despite the downward turn...we hope you make great things with that silk, Kali!

Kali: Oh. I assure you, I can and will, my dear knight.

Kali: ...Please remove yourselves from my shop, if you would be so kind.

[talk again after fight]

Kali: ...Out.

[come back]

Kali: Oh, that Butomu's a miracle worker! Please do keep your distance from this one.

(minibubble) Vi: Sorry...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[before accepting quest, ch5]

Engira: ...My claw...Where's...where's...Where's my claw!?!?

[Spy Engira, missing claw]

Leif: Poor guy. The claw really was a big charm point.

Vi: Is it that big of a deal? He can just get another tool, right?

Kabbu: Would you so quickly abandon your Beemerang?

Vi: ...Alright, alright.

[Quest: My Mecha Claw!]

[first talk]

Engira: Where's my claw!?!?

Leif: Woah, chill out.

Vi: You're Engira, right? You lost that claw thing?

Engira: Grr... Yes. Those darn Wasps! I'm sure they're responsible!

Kabbu: Wouldn't one sooner blame the bandits?

Engira: As if those uncultured criminals would know the value of MY CLAW!

Engira: Heck, if it wasn't the Wasps, they hired the bandits to do it!

Leif: That's not much of a clue, is it?

Engira: Look. It's gotta be in their kingdom, or the Far Grasslands.

Engira: If anyone can find it, it's explorers, right!?

Kabbu: Worry not. We shall recover YOUR CLAW!

[subsequent talks]

Engira: Have you found my claw!?!?

[talk again]

Engira: Heheheh. Butomu's gonna see some real blacksmithing now!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[postcanon]

Fuzzo: Heh, peace has returned. It's the best time for business!

4. Well

[Overworld Spy, pre-bandit hideout]

Leif: So we've come to the bottom of this well for...not much, really.

Vi: Yeah, it's just a bunch of water!

Kabbu: It IS a well…

[Spy Astotheles]

Leif: A curious place to set shop.

Kabbu: Well, anyone who can help will do. No matter where they fancy to sit!

Astotheles: Tsk. Word spreads quick. You look for the ancient keys?

Astotheles: Maybe I can help you. For 30 berries, that is.

Textbox: Give Berries.

Ignore him.

[talk again]

Astotheles: I'll be seeing you.

[Overworld Spy, post-bandit hideout]

Leif: To think this place connects to the hideout…

Leif: It must have made their crimes that much easier to commit.

Vi: They better lay off after that smackdown!

[postcanon]

Will: Hey. Stuff calmed down, so I'm checking out the well!

Will: Let's see if I can patch this crack...

[Spy Will]

Kabbu: That's some devotion to this well…

Leif: Shall we visit the hideout before the shortcut's fixed?

Explorer’s Association

[Story, start of game]

Kabbu: ...Or at least, those were the stories I was told in my land.

Kabbu: Despite many unfortunate incidents, tales of your people helped me keep my adventuring spirit alive.

Maki: Rest assured, Kabbu. They are not mere legends, but real history.

Maki: This Explorers' Association, and all the explorers who risk their wings for glory, are proof of that.

Kabbu: Then, Sir Maki, would you consider my earlier offer?

Maki: Kabbu, I respect your passion. But I take missions of the highest danger. An unproven warrior is not fit to accompany my team.

Kabbu: Unproven!? Maki, I've bested many hardships in the north!

Maki: Or so you say. Your knowledge of our culture, and your passion for exploring are as true as my blade's edge, Kabbu.

Maki: But, I would ask you to not press the issue - this is not the place to cause a scene.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Ngh...

Vi: WHAT? Care to say that AGAIN!?

Eetl: As I said, we cannot allow children to explore! Much less Snakemouth Den!

Vi: I'M NOT A KID!

Maki: ...So much for that. Would you accompany me, Kabbu? It is my duty to investigate.

Kabbu: Hm? Well, if you insist.

Textbox: Use |button,0|, |button,1|, |button,2| and |button,3| to move around! Press |button,4| to jump or talk to people!

Artis: Would ya mind coming back a bit later? Look at all this darn paper work!

Kabbu: (Hm. I shouldn't disrupt his work.)

Kabbu: Greetings, explorer.

Zasp: What do you want? You shouldn't keep Maki waiting.

Kabbu: (He's right. Why am I up here?)

Gen: Ooh! Maki! He's getting ready to serve justice!

Eri: No, he's just gonna cause a scene again. Like always.

Kabbu: This sort of thing occurs frequently?

Gen: Hey! Didn't Maki ask for you? Don't make him wait, or I'll make you pay!

Eri: Gen, you're embarassing me! You're not the head of his fangirl club!

Gen: Yes I am!

Kabbu: (I'm just going to walk right out of this one.)

[Story, ch1, approach]

Maki: Eetl, bee, lower your voices! What is the matter?

Vi: This guy's calling me a kid, says I can't explore!

Eetl: Shouting isn't going to change the rules, you child!

Vi: Shut it. It's not about age, it's about skill!

Vi: I'm Vi, the best explorer the Hive has ever seen! I'm not some random bee!

Kabbu: An explorer bee?

Vi: Yeah. Got a problem? Saying bees can't explore? Expected honey and paint?

Kabbu: I didn't say that, but…

Maki: Silence, please. This guild of ours is no place for petty squabbles.

Eetl: Look. I can't just give a permit to some bee. Much less without a partner. Teams should be a duo of explorers, you know?

Vi: I'm worth like four bees, okay!?

Kabbu: ...Hey. Vi.

Vi: What do you want?

Kabbu: Why don't we join forces? We both wish for a permit, yet lack a companion.

(minibubble) Maki:...

Vi: What, do I look that desperate? I don't even know you!

Kabbu: I have a promise I must keep, and for that I must explore. How bad could it be?

Vi: Well... It can't be worse than having to stay put. Deal.

Eetl: Wait, you two are just crazy! You won't last a second at Snakemouth!

Vi: I'll prove you wrong!

Maki: No.

Maki: You are both, most likely, mere novices, ruled by your strong emotions…

Maki: I have no doubt that if you left today, you would return inside a bag.

Kabbu: Sir Maki. Although you outrank me in spades, you shouldn't underestimate me.

Kabbu: I...went through quite a bit to get here.

Vi: Yeah. Bugs like you that look down on others are really annoying!

Maki: Hmm. Very well. I shall test your resolve.

Vi: Test us, huh? Who named you king of this joint?

Maki: The Ant Queen herself, for she has knighted me as her Royal Blade!

(minibubble) Eetl: Not again...

Kabbu: I accept your challenge! Vi, get ready!

Vi: Watch your own horn, I was born ready!

Kabbu: Vi, our opponent is no amateur. Would you like to review some combat tips?

Textbox: Sure.

No need.

Vi: See? We're doing great!

Kabbu: Don't let your guard down, Vi. After our turn ends, the enemy's next!

Vi: I know! And if I press |button,4| at the right time...

Textbox: Pressing |button,4| a bit before an enemy hits you reduces damage received!

Textbox: With perfect timing, you'll reduce even more damage!

Vi: O-ow! What the heck!? You trying to kill us or something?

Maki: Hmph. If you can't handle that much, you should surrender. Go home, and guard honey with your silly toy!

Vi: Toy!? Argh. Now I'm mad!

Kabbu: We should pay him back, tenfold!

Vi: It's time to use a skill! They're just like attacks, but you select them from the yellow flower!

Vi: Skills require us to use our TP (Teamwork Points), though. So watch out for how many we have left!

Kabbu: We should patch your wounds too, using items from the blue flower.

Textbox: Toggle between commands using |button,2| and |button,3|!

[post-fight]

Kabbu: S-such skill with the blade!

Maki: ...You pass.

Vi: What!?

Maki: You performed well enough. I could feel your desire to see the world through your attacks.

Maki: I am no one to keep you from your Explorer Permit. Eetl, you may grant it to them.

Eetl: I get no say in this, huh?

Eetl: ...But Maki IS the Queen's Blade. Here, you can have it.

Vi: I did it! Snakemouth Den is going to be all mine! All the riches, all the glory!

(minibubble) Kabbu: Er, we did it.

Maki: Snakemouth Den, it lies to the west of the association. A simple path, although filled with danger.

Maki: There is much treasure to be found, but its jaws have claimed many.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Treasure, huh...

Kina: MAKI!!!

Kina: Seriously, brother! How long are you going to keep me waiting!?

Maki: My apologies, Kina.

Maki: Vi, Kabbu, I must be going now. As you can see, duty calls me. May you succeed in your mission.

Vi: What a weird bunch.

Kabbu: He ended up causing quite the scene himself. That fighting prowess... How many years must he have trained?

Vi: ...So uh. I'm Vi, I guess. From the Hive near the big tree.

Kabbu: Oh! I am Kabbu. I moved in just one moon ago, from the north.

Vi: Cool.

Kabbu: Indeed.

Kabbu: Um, Sir Maki said Snakemouth was to the west, right? Should we get moving?

Vi: Right! Yeah! Let's go right away! Don't fall behind, okay?

(minibubble) Eetl: ...…

Eetl: Hey, wait you two!

Vi: Something wrong?

Eetl: You know what the goal of the Snakemouth expedition is, right?

Textbox: Of course!

Nope.

Textbox: Chapter 1: A Dysfunctional Trio

Textbox: Change the party leader by pressing |button,6|!

Textbox: You can check your inventory, stats and other things by pressing |button,8|!

[First talk]

Artis: Phew... Finally done. Sometimes work just doesn't stop coming!

Vi: Uh, okay. Who are you again?

Artis: Excuse ya! I'm Artis, and I keep this place running.

Kabbu: Oh? Thank you for all your hard work.

Vi: Uh, yeah. Thanks.

Artis: So you two faced Maki, eh? Bet ya found it a tad too easy?

Vi: You know it!

Artis: Heh. I see you lot like challenge. One sec, I have this one thing... Please take it.

Textbox: You got a Medal! These artifacts help you by giving different effects.

Textbox: To equip Medals, go into the Pause Menu by pressing |button,8|, and select Medals and Stats.

Textbox: Once there, you can equip Medals to different party members using |button,2| and |button,3| to switch who you are equipping to.

Textbox: Medals cost MP to equip, be sure to check how much you have left!

Kabbu: What is this? A Medal?

Artis: Let's say it should make things more interesting for ya. The higher the risk, the higher the reward, as they say.

Artis: If you defeat any powerful enemies while wearing it, come see me, alright?

Vi: I won't say no to free stuff! You've got a deal!

Kabbu: Thank you for entrusting us with it. Take care, Artis.

Artis: Safe exploring, folks. Remember to check in every now and then.

[subsequent talks]

Artis: What're ya waiting for? Go explore! I gotta deal with the work coming in.

Zasp: Hm. Good showing. Not many stand Maki's blade.

Kabbu: Why, thank you. I assume you've endured it as well?

Zasp: Anyone who belongs to this association can say at least that much.

Vi: Woah. So everyone here is crazy strong!

Zasp: Or they've found a reliable partner to carry them.

Vi: What? You trying to say something?

Zasp: Not at all. If you're offended by it, it only shows your insecurity.

Vi: What's your deal!? You wanna fight!?

Kabbu: Enough! Vi, we just got granted our permit. Let's not get into trouble.

(minibubble) Vi: Grr. Fine.

Zasp: Heh. Good luck, you two. You'll need it.

[First talk]

Gen: Oh, Eri, why must Maki be so dreamy?

Eri: Have you gone mad, Gen!? He's so arrogant!

Vi: You tell her, Eri.

Kabbu: Pompous as he was, he was at least kind enough to test us.

Eri: Oh, no. He does that to everyone. You see this once a week.

Gen: Oh, Maki… such a show off~

Vi: Argh! That stupid, roleplaying wannabe gatekeeper! I'll show him!

Kabbu: This will not stand!

Kabbu: I shall challenge him to a duel to the death, our honor on the line!

Gen: H-Hey! You don't have to go that far!

Vi: Oh, um, he's just kidding! Right, Kabbu?

Kabbu: Err, yes. Of course. "Kidding". I was most certainly only jesting.

Gen: You better have been!

Vi: Let's just go, Kabbu.

[Subsequent talks]

Eri: Stay out of trouble.

Gen: And far away from Maki!

Vi: Heh. Couldn't stop me from exploring, could you?

Eetl: You can be sassy at me if you want, but I was just worrying about you.

Kabbu: Give him some credit, Vi.

Kabbu: Exploring isn't a game. Many...have been lost while searching for treasure.

Vi: I know that! But we're not going to be one of those.

Vi: Even Maki thinks we're decent.

Eetl: I hope his intuition is right.

Kabbu: As do I. Let's not be careless, Vi.

Vi: We'll make it back, don't worry.

Fuzzo: Harumph. I should have gone into the city earlier. Now I have to wait until this mess is cleared.

Pickaxe Ant: Heave ho, heave ho!

Ant: Last night's rain was really heavy. We are very busy clearing up the paths, sorry for the inconvenience.

Cricketly: Argh! These rocks are getting in the way of our trade routes!

Cricketly: If this isn’t cleared soon, we will lose money! Get on with it, ants! This should never even happen!!!

Huscada: I understand my wife is upset, but there is nothing we can do until the rocks are cleared.

Vi: Hey, why're you hitting that crystal? You could break it, y'know?

Celia: Huh? You REALLY don't know?

Vi: Just tell us why.

Levi: Forgive my partner Celia, her mouth is most loose.

Kabbu: This is an Ancient Crystal, correct? They're unique to this land.

Levi: Correct. They can store the record of previous travelers, if you smack them with something.

Levi: This crystal is yellow, so it will even heal your wounds!

Vi: You expect me to believe that? All that awesome stuff for hitting a rock?

Levi: Heh. You are one of little faith.

Celia: Come on, Levi. Show 'em!

Levi: It is done.

Vi: W-Woah! It really works! This must sell for a fortune!

Celia: All you'll get for this crystal is prison time.

Levi: Only the Ant Queen can authorize placing these rocks in public spaces.

Levi: Even if you find one in the wild, they are too heavy to be carried by a single bug.

Vi: There goes that idea…

Kabbu: Still, their properties are amazing! Let's use them when we can, Vi.

Vi: Yeah, sure. Let's get a move on.

Levi: Best of luck!

(minibubble) Celia: ...Best of luck.

[talk again]

Levi: Come for some healing?

Textbox: Yes

No

Celia: It's nice of you to make friends and all, but don't distract us too much.

Celia: We'll be going on an expedition of our own soon, and we must prepare.

Kabbu: Hm. Best of luck, then.

Sign: North: Ant Kingdom

West: Snakemouth Way

South: Golden Path

Ant Guard: The path ahead leads to Snakemouth Den. Currently only licensed exploration teams can pass.

Ant Guard: Do you have a permit?

[talk again]

Ant Guard: May the Queen watch over you.

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Ah, it's nice to be back in the outskirts.

Kabbu: Indeed. It's a relief to return to the association safely.

Leif: Was this area built pretty recently?

Vi: Uh...I haven't been out here that long, so I don't really know.

Kabbu: Regardless, it makes me pretty nostalgic.

Kabbu: Back then, everyone thought Vi was a small helpless child!

Vi: Stop! This nostalgia trip is over!

Leif: ...

[Story, returning from Snakemouth]

Eetl: Oh! It's you guys!

Eetl: Oh Goddesses! You're alright! I couldn't stop worrying, ever since you left!

Kabbu: It was a...rocky journey. What with the flood.

Vi: No kidding! I don't wanna see rivers for a while!

Leif: We're glad to finally be out of there, at least.

Eetl: Rivers!? You're some lucky bugs!!!

Eetl: But uh...Vi, Kabbu, who's this?

Kabbu: Oh! Eetl, this is Leif. We found him trapped in Snakemouth.

Eetl: So you DID make it into Snakemouth!?

Eri: Honestly, we thought you'd bail. Going to Snakemouth is crazy!

Leif: Bailing would've been a good idea, really…

Vi: Well, we did! And we got the artifact!

Eetl: Ah haha! Nice one, Vi. The river must have shaken up your hea-

Eetl: I-Impossible! You actually made it into Snakemouth's depths!?

Vi: Yeah! We did it! In your face, Eetl!

Leif: How sportsbuglike.

Kabbu: Vi, it is folly to boast.

Vi: It's folly to tell me I can't do something!

Gen: Um, so is it like, the real deal?

Eetl: Yeah. It's quite like another artifact we've been looking into. That must be the genuine deal.

Eetl: (...It's just like Neolith was saying…)

Kabbu: Hmm?

Eetl: I was just thinking that you should go see the Queen right away! She will be beyond ecstatic!

Leif: It has been some time since we last saw the Queen…

Leif: ...Wait. Actually, looking around, we don't recognize that structure over there. Was it built recently?

Eetl: What, you mean the association? It has been there for many moons!

(minibubble) Leif: ...?

Eetl: You are not from around here, are you?

Leif: We are. We recognize this place. But something feels off…

Vi: You're just fuzzy from the cave! I bet it'll come back to you!

(minibubble) Leif: (…)

Kabbu: Eetl, what about Leif? I heard that exploration teams can only have two members.

Eetl: Oh, that! Well, it's unusual. But you did conquer Snakemouth. It's been a goal for ages…

(minibubble) Leif: (...Ages?)

Eetl: I suppose that... Alright. With my authority as the association's caretaker, in honor of your feat…

Eetl: I grant you, Team Snakemouth, the perk of being able to have three members!

Kabbu: Team Snakemouth?

Vi: A proper explorer team name!

Leif: Uh, yay.

Eetl: Well, that's that! Let's go see the Queen! She must know that the artifact was found!

Gen: Oh, I'm so jealous! I hope the reward is good!

Vi: Heheh. It better be!

Kabbu: Let us go, then.

Leif: Yes, a walk through the plaza should help.

Leif: (We need more information...)

[trying to go anywhere but towards the Queen with Eetl]

Eetl: Hey! Where are you going?! The city is through the north!

Vi: We know! We know!

Artis: Hey! You're back. Let's see how you have been doing with that Medal of mine.

[unbranching]

Artis: Come back later when you've bonked some extra hard heads with that Medal, will ya?

[Spy Artis]

Kabbu: That's Artis the Mantis. He is the accountant of the association, and someone who loves challenges.

Kabbu: I've heard he gives prizes to members that have accomplished difficult tasks recently.

Vi: By the time we're done, he won't have any prizes left to give out!

[Spy Gen or Eri before talking]

Kabbu: P-Please, let's not deal with Gen and Eri.

Kabbu: They always drag me into their quarrels.

Leif: Hey! Gen! Eri!

Kabbu: Leif! Stop that this instant!

[first talk]

Gen: Hey, Team Snakemouth!

Eri: You had Gen and I worried, you know? Good to see you up and running!

Leif: ...The river was not pleasant.

Vi: Yeah, we got super lucky…

Kabbu: Thank you for your concern!

Eri: Concern is the least we can show.

Gen: Your team is so reliable...maybe we'll have to ask for help sometime!

Vi: Mmm...maybe. For a good reward!

Kabbu: ...Nonsense, Vi. Fellow explorers have our help anytime!

Eri: Awesome! I promise we'll ask if we ever need help.

Leif: Sure…

Vi: You're gonna bankrupt us, Kabbu.

Vi: But meh. Time to go questing again!

Leif: Let's stay away from rivers...

[talk again]

Eri: Stay out of trouble!

Gen: And let's quest together sometime!

[Spy Gen or Eri after talking]

Leif: Gen and Eri seem a bit unreliable.

Vi: It's good to know they have our back, though!

Kabbu: Indeed. This camaraderie is what being an explorer is all about!

Cricketly: We're back in business! Check out what we have in stock! Stand near an item and press |button,4|!

Cricketly: If you want to sell stuff, talk to my husband about it.

[Spy Cricketly]

Kabbu: Cricketly's one of the members of the traveling caravan. I've heard she is pretty hot-headed.

Vi: No kidding, you can already tell by her looks!

Kabbu: She does have a soft spot for her husband, though.

Kabbu: It seems we shouldn't judge people by their appearances.

Common shop dialogue

[Spy Huscada]

Kabbu: Huscada's one of the members of the traveling caravan.

Kabbu: He is always managing trades and sometimes calming his wife down.

Vi: How did someone like him end up with a hot-headed cricket like her anyway?

Kabbu: Vi, we shouldn't pry into other people's affairs!

Kabbu: ...Even if I am curious about that too.

Leby: Dib, please don't do anything reckless. I will take care of both of us!

Dib: I'm not a kid anymore, Leby! Let me help!

[Spy Dib or Leby]

Kabbu: These two truly embody sibling squabbles.

Vi: That's because she keeps acting like he's a kid!

Vi: He's super able to do whatever he wants!

Leif: Vi, we can't help but feel you're being biased.

Vi: Hmph. Think what you want.

[Examining Madeleine’s locked door]

Textbox: I am currently not home. If you need me, leave a message with the lovely ladybugs next door. - Madeleine

Eetl: Hey there, Team Snakemouth! Came here looking for some jobs?

Eetl: Just check this board. It's always up to date!

[Spy Eetl]

Kabbu: Eetl watches over the quest board and helps teams with their tasks, correct?

Leif: So it seems. We can't imagine him questing, though.

Vi: He's gotta relax more, too!

Kabbu: Vi, please don't cause him any trouble.

Vi: I won't! ...As long as he doesn't cause ME trouble.

[Spy Kina, before talking]

Kabbu: Dear me... Kina's always worrying about her brother, maybe a bit too much?

Leif: Can't blame her. Maki keeps running off by himself.

[first talk]

Kina: Oh no... Maki went off by himself? Again!?

Leif: We saw him in our meeting with the Queen…

Vi: Didn't he go off to the Golden Hills?

Kina: Ugh, no luck. I've already checked!

Vi: A-Already!?

Kabbu: Kina, your brother is one of the most respected explorers. He will be okay!

Kina: I know, I know…

Kina: But the nerve of him going without me! We're an unbeatable team! What if he needs me!?

Leif: Maybe he wanted some alone time?

Kina: WHAT WAS THAT!?

Kabbu: Holy Goddesses!

Leif: Uhh... nothing. Nothing at all.

Kina: That's what I thought!

Vi: S-She's scaring me. Let's get out of here!

[talk again]

Kina: Just leave me alone. I'll worry by myself.

Kabbu: *Sigh.* Good job, Leif.

Leif: We didn't do anything...

[Spy Kina, after talking]

Kabbu: Dear me... Kina's always worrying about her brother, maybe a bit too much?

Leif: Can't blame her. Maki keeps running off by himself.

Vi: S-she gets a bit scary. I don't blame HIM!

Sign: North: Ant Kingdom

East: Lost Sands, Metal Lake

Ant Guard by Sands/Pier Outskirts: Ahead is the pier and the path to the Lost Sands, be careful when heading that way.

[Spy Guard]

Vi: Is this the soldier that was guarding the Snakemouth Gate?

Kabbu: Hm... No, this seems to be someone else.

Leif: How can you tell? Most soldiers look alike.

Kabbu: It's the glimmer in her eye! The aura she radiates!

Vi: ...There's numbers on the armor.

[Quest: Parts Delivery]

Eetl: T-Team Snakemouth! You picked up my quest!?

Kabbu: Is...that bad? We'd just like to help…

Eetl: No, um, I just figured you were busy with more important stuff.

Vi: Don't sweat it! If it pays we'll do it!

Eetl: A-Alright. Thanks a lot. Your team is more reliable than I expected.

Eetl: It's a pretty simple job, really. Take this package.

Textbox: You got a Package!

Textbox: A package from Eetl. You shouldn’t see what’s inside.

Leif: What's in this?

Eetl: Don't open it, okay? Just deliver it!

Eetl: My friend's a diver ant in the Bugaria Pier east from the Association. To reach it, just keep walking!

Vi: Do you wanna pay us now, or is your friend gonna?

(minibubble) Kabbu: Vi!

Eetl: She'll be waiting with a little something. No worries.

(minibubble) Vi: Cool.

Leif: We'll get going then. Good luck with the paperwork.

[after accepting quest]

Eetl: Thanks for the help. Guess your team's just gonna get more and more known, huh?

Eetl: If you need me to process some quest paperwork, just check out the board!

[Ruigee file, first talk to Eetl after completing Parts Delivery]

Eetl: Woah! Hold up! Something crazy's going on!

Vi: Uh, what?

Eetl: How're you still Rank 1!?

Kabbu: Is that...not normal?

Eetl: It's not! You're not gaining EXP from battles! Maybe some mysterious force is preventing it…

Leif: Probably magic. But eh, we're doing fine…

Eetl: You're doing fine NOW! Without ranking up you won't learn skills or expand your item pouch!

Vi: We're missing a bunch of rewards! How do we fix it!?

Eetl: I can't lift the curse, but I CAN rank you up through the power of paperwork! ...And berries.

Vi: Uh, can't you do it for free?

Eetl: Sorry. Keeping the association running has its own costs. You get it, right?

Eetl: So don't be cheap! Come to me for ranking up, we'll discuss what happens from then on!

[subsequent talks]

Eetl: Welcome back, Team Snakemouth! Interested in ranking up?

Eetl: To advance to the next rank, it will cost you |currency,var,1|.

Textbox: Yes

No

[talk again after getting max rank]

Eetl: I can't help you anymore, from now on, you're on your own!

Eetl: Unless you want to take a new quest, then just check that board over there.

[select quest from board]

Eetl: That's the quest you want to take on?

Textbox: Yes

No

[Quest: Explorer Check!]

Gen: Halt, you criminal dorks!

Cenn: How did you find us so fast!?

Eri: It's cuz we're like, actual explorers!

Pisci: Let's beat them into silence, Cenn!

Eri: O-Oi, that's not necessary!

Kabbu: Gen, Eri! Good job locating the frauds!

Leif: We won't waste our breath negotiating.

Vi: Yeah! Let's just beat 'em up!

Cenn: Darn, they're too strong. What do we do!?

Kabbu: Just give it up! There's a reason Maki refused your application!

Pisci: What would he know? Y'all are just the Queen's lapbugs!

Pisci: No one has the right to tell us we can't explore!

Vi: …

Vi: I get how you feel. But...the answer wasn't to become criminals!

Vi: It was to train and become stronger, so you could do the dangerous stuff!

Cenn: Don't lecture us! We'll see who needs to get stronger after this!

[post-battle]

Vi: Give it up! You're super outmatched!

Cenn: Tch. You preachy bunch...

Cenn: H-Heheh... You didn't notice our plan.

Pisci: Our escape route's clear!

Cenn: W-WHAT THE-

Cenn: Zzzzz...

Gen: Heh, you think we're that much of a pushover!?

Eri: YOU didn't notice OUR plan!

Kabbu: Incredible! Good work!

Gen: We're gonna ship these off to be judged. Thanks for your help!

Eri: Let's see. Confiscate the permit and...huh. They had this on them.

Eri: You should take it, Team Snakemouth!

Leif: Pleasure to help.

Gen: We'll see you around. Good luck in your other quests!

Vi: Heheh. See you around!

[post-quest]

Gen: Thanks for everything! Maybe we'll help each other in another mission?

Eri: If it wasn't for you, we would never have got those criminals! Way to go!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[first wasp invasion]

[Story, first entrance]

Zasp: It's good to see the evacuations went well…

Zasp: I will go look for Mothiva. Go check on the Queen, and we'll catch up!

Leif: You're going to fight your own people?

Zasp: ...Hmph. As if I was anything like those pests. Stay safe.

Vi: ...I...I never thought an invasion would happen…

Kabbu: Neither did I, Vi. But we must fight. We must protect this town that took us in!

Leif: No time to waste. Let's freeze this invasion to a halt!

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: We must head into the city! The Queen is in danger!

Leif: Mhm. Let's kick those Wasps out of our home!

Madame Butterfly: This is horrible...I hope my shop is safe.

Fry: I left in a hurry and forgot my cooking supplies... Hopefully everything will turn out alright.

Fry: Without cooking, I am nothing!

Merab: I had to leave my Medals behind... But what matters is good health, right?

Artis: ...It's rough, ain't it? Sorry, but we'll talk rewards later...

Eetl: Team Snakemouth! You're safe… I wish you could stay out of danger with us, but…

Vi: We'll be back! Stop worrying!

Eri: T-Those Wasps aren't messing around. Be really careful!

Gen: Phew. We got everyone out!

Huscada: We must all help each other during this emergency! Do you need to unload anything?

Textbox: Yes

No

Common shop dialogue

Cricketly: It may be an emergency, but we still have supplies. Stock up, you will need it.

[Spy Cricketly or Huscada]

Vi: Sheesh... They're charging full price mid invasion!

Leif: A bit opportunistic... But we need their items all the same. Let's go.

Common amber dialogue

[Spy Amber]

Vi: Geez! Nothing phases her!

Fuzzo: Harumph...They'd best leave the theater alone.

Ant Guard 1: Are all civilians evacuated?

Guard 2: It seems like it. But we are taking a huge beating from the Wasps…

Guard 2: I wonder if Zaryant can keep the Queen safe by herself...

Ann: W-What should I do... All I can do is protect my pet...

[check pillbug]

Leif: We're glad Pibu's okay...

[Muze, Tod, or Grandpa]

Leif: They're safe! Thank goodness…

Vi: You wanna talk to them?

Leif: No. It's not time yet. We have a mission to do.

(minibubble) Kabbu: ...

Mun: W-Wah...

Eophi: S-Stay strong, M-m... Wah...

Dib: N-no one's home!

Leby: Shh! Shh, Dib! E-Everything will be fine...

Celia: Those darn Wasps! Please, go to the Queen! We've got to watch the civilians...

Levi: It's a miracle how well the evacuation went. It feels off...

Madeline: Those darn Wasps... After all the work I did to get accepted...

Seb: Milady...I'm sure no one blames you...!

Samira: T-Thank you so much... You s-saved me...

Ant Guard: ...I did it... everyone's... safe...

Ant Guard: ...Team Snakemouth…

Ant Guard: ...The Queen...

[end of invasion dialogue]

[ch5, before accepting quest]

Leby: Oh, Dib! Where have you gone off to!?

[Quest: My Brother Is Gone!]

[Spy Leby]

Vi: Geez, she's crying really hard. Wonder what's up…

Leif: She's crying. We must be in the right place.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Leif! Have some tact!

Leby: ...You...are you explorers?

Vi: You know it. We saw your post on the wall!

Leby: Oh, thank goodness!

Leif: So, your brother went missing?

Leby: Y-Yes. He's been going on about getting me some treasure for my birthday…

Leby: Even though I told him I didn't need anything!

Leby: He hasn't come back yet! He must be lost in Snakemouth Den!

Vi: Don't worry, Leby. I'm on the case!

(minibubble) Leif: ...

Kabbu: Indeed. We will escort you safely. I am sure he is okay.

Leby: Oh, thank you! Let's go. I can't stand imagining him all alone!

Leif: ...Yes, let's get going.

[After rescue, if choose to go back with them]

Leby: Again, thank you for everything.

Leby: I hope we caused no trouble for you.

Kabbu: No problem. Stay safe, you two.

Vi: Come, let's find something else to do!

Leif: Take care, you two.

[Spy Leby or Dib]

Vi: Heh. These two look much happier lately.

Kabbu: It is that joy we bring that gives purpose to explorers.

Vi: And getting a reward's always super good!

Kabbu: …

Vi: A-And the joy! Lots of joy.

Leif: Alright, let's go.

Leby: Thank you so much for everything. I really mean it!

Dib: Thanks for the save. One day I'll be a cool explorer like you three!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Butler Missing Again!]

[Spy Madeleine]

Kabbu: So Madeleine was the generous bug living here…

Leif: What makes you call her generous?

Kabbu: She's part of many relief efforts helping impoverished bugs.

Kabbu: She built the house next door, too!

Vi: She gives stuff for free? I don't get it…

Leif: ...Maybe you will someday, don't worry.

[Spy Seb]

Vi: This place ain't that big. Does she really need Seb?

Leif: It's not all about cleaning, Vi. Sometimes you just want company…

Vi: Yeah, but I don't pay you guys to hang around me!

Kabbu: I'm sure they have close bonds in their own way...

[first talk]

Madeleine: Explorers! I'm so happy to see you visiting!

Madeleine: I haven't shown you proper gratitude for saving Seb...twice!

Madeleine: I can only hope that this is enough.

Madeleine: Please, visit anytime you wish! Help yourself to some tea!

[talk again]

Madeleine: Welcome back! If you need anything, just ask!

Seb: Milady is an incredible person to serve. I must be more careful…

Seb: Thank you for rescuing me twice. I will repay you someday.

[Talk with the It’s Too Hot Quest started]

Madeleine: Welcome! Anything I can help with?

Vi: Uh, we were wondering if you could lend us one of your umbrellas!

Madeleine: The heat's starting to get to you, huh?

Madeleine: You're in luck! I DO have this old one I no longer use. It's all yours!

Kabbu: I-It is!? You must let us pay you for it!

(minibubble) Vi: (Noooo...)

Madeleine: No sir, no! It's the least I can do after you have helped me so much!

Leif: Thank you. It'll really help us out.

[talk again]

Madeleine: Welcome! I hope that umbrella has served you well!

Madeleine: ...Although I wonder if I should have lent it to those siblings, hmm...

[end of quest-related dialogue]

[Quest: Bounty: Seedling King]

[After talking to Doppel]

Common Stratos and Delilah bounty spy

[First Talk]

Kabbu: Stratos! Delilah! How are you doing?

Delilah: Ah! Team Snakemouth! We're doing fine. We were investigating the outskirts for secrets!

Stratos: It seems there is a place Seedlings like to gather up ahead. But you need to cross the river to reach it.

Delilah: Indeed. But we don't have time to try to cross it! More mysteries await to be unveiled!

Leif: So you will just leave that area unchecked?

Delilah: Think of it more as an opportunity for you to find out more about it!

Delilah: By the way, I have heard that the "Seedling Haven" is a great spot to find Golden Seedlings.

Stratos: Be careful though, Golden Seedlings are really strong and you shouldn't underestimate them.

Stratos: But they are known for carrying rare berries, so it is up to you to fight them or not.

Vi: Well, I can't say no to treasure! Thanks for the tip!

Delilah: No problem! Stay safe!

[talk again]

Delilah: Up ahead in the outskirts is the "Seedling Haven". It's just an area Seedlings like to gather in.

Delilah: Don't know why, though, but it seems it is easier to find Golden Seedlings there!

Stratos: I sensed a strong presence just beyond the river.

Stratos: Be careful when going there.

[postcanon]

Gen: Hey. It's been a crazy adventure, huh?

Eri: Yeah, Gen. You really saved us, Team Snakemouth!

Gen: You helped us be a bit more confident too...We'll do our best!

[Spy Gen or Eri]

Vi: I thought I had to be the best explorer, but…

Vi: Everything's better if you work together!

Leif: Gen and Eri helped a lot in their own way.

Kabbu: Correct! This camaraderie's one of exploring's many joys!

[after accepting every quest]

Eetl: Hey, Team Snakemouth! Working hard, eh?

Leif: Have you noticed anything lately?

Eetl: Hmm? Well...there ain't any quests coming in, really.

Vi: Yup! All us!

Eetl: Seriously!?

Kabbu: It is not proper to boast...but yes. We've helped many.

Eetl: Ooooh, you guys are the best!

Leif: Yep.

Eetl: " RUIGEE"!

Vi: "Ruigee" who?

Eetl: Artis told me to hand out this "menu code" to the explorers of the month!

Eetl: That's gotta be you, eh?

Kabbu: T-Thank you! Although...this "menu code"...what could it mean?

Far Grasslands

1. Entrance

[Overworld Spy, before talking to Team Maki]

Kabbu: Far Grasslands…

Leif: Heavy folliage here.

Vi: This is part of the Wasp Kingdom, they probably don't care much about cleaning stuff up.

Kabbu: Lots of wild creatures live here, we need to be extra careful.

Kabbu: (...Still...)

[Story]

Kabbu: And so, we arrive.

(minibubble) Yin: Muh muh!

Vi: Hey, Kabbu. You're from the north, right?

Leif: We do recall hearing it once or twice.

Maki: You had many tales of this land when we first met. Would you serve as our guide?

Kabbu: ...Yes. To be sincere, I've been waiting to return to this wretched place.

Vi: Uh, what? Wretched?

Leif: You've been acting weird. What's going on?

Kabbu: I have only bad memories of this border. Listen, and listen well.

Kabbu: These are the Far Grasslands. They connect the Lost Sands with the Wasp Kingdom.

Kabbu: Given the state of affairs, it is likely their walls are sealed. Even if we walk north to them…

Leif: We wouldn't be able to get in.

Vi: How did you get here, then?

Kina: There's obviously some off-path or something…

Kabbu: That is correct. East of here...is...the Wild Swamplands.

Kabbu: Hideous monsters, wild tribes, thick water at every turn…

Kabbu: It's...very dangerous.

Maki: Kabbu, I had no idea it was this dreadful…

Maki: I'll take your words to heart, Kabbu. It's clear this is not a journey we can underestimate.

Maki: Kina, you should stay behind with Yin.

Kina: What? Are you crazy? You know how strong we are together!

Maki: I cannot risk this young bug suffering a harsh fate.

Maki: Please, I beg you to watch her until I return.

Kina: Grrr! You always do this! You always run off without me!

Kabbu: Kina... Please, try to understand your brother!

Kina: I'll watch Yin. But I do it for you, brother. Not for her!

(minibubble) Yin: Muh muh!

Kina: If you don't come back...I'll beat you up!

Maki: ...Sigh. Not an easy day for anybody.

Leif: We aren't at the swamp yet, but we cannot relax.

Vi: Yeah. It's east of here, right? I'll make sure there's no traps around!

Kabbu: This area changes constantly, so I can't tell what's ahead.

Kabbu: Stay close to me. Let's go!

Kabbu: (Forgive me, team. If I told you my plans, you'd…)

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Kabbu: All being said, it's an honor to travel with you!

Maki: Despite my rank, I'm pretty normal... So please don't feel the need to be too respectful.

Vi: You act anything but normal!

[Overworld Spy, without Maki]

Kabbu: I still can't believe we got to be part of Maki's team, even if briefly!

Leif: You're such a fanboy.

Vi: He's the one who should be honored! We're the super best Bugarian team!

[Quest: They Took Her…!]

[Spy Bumble]

Vi: Woah, she actually made it!

Leif: Let's stop her from going further in by herself.

Bumble: H-Hey! I made it…

Leif: We could've escorted you, you know.

Bumble: I-It's ok! I gotta be brave to rescue sis!

Kabbu: Allow us to accompany you from here to the Wasp Kingdom, at least.

Bumble: A-Alright. Let's go...!

Vi: It'll be fine. Just stay behind us!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

2. Lake

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Maki: There's the border. Well guarded as usual.

Kabbu: Not a fight we want to pick…

Leif: You're absolutely sure we can't just blitz in?

Vi: Say the word, and I'm ON IT!

Maki: They're too many. Our only chance is to sneak in. Let's go.

[ch5, trying to walk toward the gate]

Maki: We shouldn't just waltz in on their front gate.

Maki: Let's look for another route.

[Overworld Spy, between ch5 and postgame]

Kabbu: The Wasp Kingdom border is...not welcoming, to put it in plain words.

Vi: You can tell they don't like visitors. It's like that poster outside my room!

Leif: Let's leave it at that…

[postgame]

Wasp Trooper: Team Snakemouth…

Wasp: ...Enjoy your time in the Wasp Kingdom.

[Overworld Spy, postgame]

Kabbu: Even though we're at peace, this border is...not welcoming, to put it in plain words.

Vi: You can tell they haven't liked visitors for long. It's like that poster outside my room!

Leif: Let's leave it at that...

3. Foliage

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Vi: It's way too messy in here! I can barely make out the road!

Leif: It's not like there's a town nearby. We're just plowing through the wildlife.

Maki: The Ant Kingdom and its outskirts took a long time to tidy up. It makes you appreciate the workers more.

Kabbu: We've taken them for granted...!

[Overworld Spy, without Maki]

Vi: It's way too messy in here! I can barely make out the road!

Leif: It's not like there's a town nearby. We're just plowing through the wildlife.

Kabbu: All the more reason to watch our every step!

4. Thorns

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Maki: Blasted thorns...my one weakness! Whatever shall we do?

Leif: Buckle up. We're going on a safe and magical ride.

Maki: ...! What incredible magic...

[Overworld Spy, without Maki]

Leif: Y'know... we've been thinking of opening a tour business.

Vi: A business?

Leif: Just shield up and carry bugs through the thorns. For a price. Got the idea from Maki.

Kabbu: That's a fantastic idea! Just, um, please don't charge us…

(minibubble) Vi: No kidding!

5. Clearing

[Overworld Spy, before quest]

Vi: ...There's nothing here!

Kabbu: Hm...is this truly a dead end?

Leif: We can feel some faint magic in this place... But there is nothing we can do now. Let's return later then?

[Quest: Confidential]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: Sir Maki's here. Let us help Yin out however we can!

Kina: Hurry up... I want to get out of here...

Maki: Thanks for meeting me here. I'll explain when you're ready...are you?

Textbox: Yes

No

[No]

Maki: I understand. Come back when you are ready.

[Yes]

Kina: So what's the big plan?

Maki: Yin brought me here once. I believe it's where she was born.

Maki: She may have been waiting to come back to mature…

Leif: Is there any basis for that?

Maki: ...Well, no. But trust me on this one.

Kabbu: That we will. But why did you require our assistance?

Vi: Yeah. You made it here all by your- Aw crud!

Maki: For I suspected this might happen!

Vi: You could've told us before!

Kina: Maki, explaining his plans? Please…

Maki: Not now, Kina!

Leif: They were probably attracted by the energy Yin's giving off.

Maki: Don't let them get near Yin! We must protect her until she pupates!

Kabbu: Team, let us stop them!

[post-battle]

Kabbu: Oof. Seems we managed to ward them off.

Yin: …

Yin: ...Ma...M-Maki...!

Maki: Yin, you know my name?

Kina: Oh, great. She can talk now…

Yin: N...Nice to me...meet you!

Kabbu: A-Aww! Nice to meet you too!

Maki: Thank you, Team Snakemouth. You helped me keep her safe.

Vi: Yin's our friend too! It's fine!

Leif: She's got quite potent magic...wonder what'll come of it.

Yin: Ma...magic!

Kina: ...Well...back to the castle with us. Right, brother?

Maki: Not yet. First, let me reward you for everything you've done.

Kabbu: S-Sir Maki! These items are…

Maki: About the least I could give you, don't worry.

Leif: We'll make good use of them.

Maki: Is that so? Well, we've been looking for sparring partners.

Vi: Huh? Like...fight you for real?

Kina: Yeah. Brother needs some real challengers!

Maki: If you're interested...you know where to find us.

Leif: Uh, not really. You're always moving around…

Maki: ...The Ant Palace's bridge.

Kabbu: W-We'll think about it!

Yin: By...by-bye!

[Overworld Spy, post-quest]

Leif: We'd always felt some magic here, but…

Vi: Didn't expect it to be cuz of Yin, right?

(minibubble) Leif: Mhm.

Kabbu: I do wonder where Yin's parents went, though...?

[end of quest-related dialogue]

6. Outside Cave

[Overworld Spy, before ch5]

Kabbu: This must be... Tch.

Leif: Kabbu...?

[Overworld Spy, ch5 and on]

Kabbu: To think all these areas are connected... we are lucky the Wasps never took advantage of this.

Leif: Well, no way to know if they did.

Vi: No point in thinking about it!

Riz: ...You're going to the village? I'll go with you, just in case...

Textbox: Yes

No

[Spy Riz]

Leif: Riz was quite eager to start a fight. He’s quite overprotective.

Vi: Living in the wild’s gotta put you on edge!

Kabbu: I hope we can move past our fight and become good friends.

7. Cave

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: It's way too cramped in here. This cave could learn from Snakemouth.

Vi: There's a buncha doors! Someone lives here?

Kabbu: Hard to say. Let's see if we can open all of them with time.

Miner Ant: Who do you think put those gates there? Was it the wasps?

Ant: I hope us being here isn't considered an act of war…

Miner Ant: I didn't want to come to the Far Grasslands... but the Queen's orders are absolute.

Ant: I just hope we don't run into any monsters while here...

Common Mines Ant Guard dialogue and Miner Ant spies

Diana

[postgame]

Miner Ant: It's a relief not having to worry about angering the Wasp Kingdom anymore...

8. Wizard

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Shadiest place in a while, huh.

Leif: Can't say we're not curious.

Kabbu: I'd rather we focus on the mission... but surely a small detour would not hurt?

Sign: STAY AWAY

Sign: GET OUT

Sign: NO SOLICITORS

[examine the rock before thorns, first time]

Kabbu: A tower, in this wild place?

Leif: Let's break in.

Vi: Aw yes! We're on the same page!

Kabbu: I-Isn't it private property!?

[check rock again]

Textbox: An imposing tower stands tall amongst the wilderness...

9. Wizard Tower Basement

[first entrance]

Leif: A library? We expected something a bit more, er...evil.

Vi: Bleh. I hate when the treasure turns out to be books.

Kabbu: This must be someone's residence! We're...we're trespassers!

Leif: Shh. Relax. We've just gotta get out before-

Wizard: BLIMEY! WHAT IS THAT NOISE!?

Wizard: What the- What are you folks doing here!? This is a private domicile!

Wizard: ...I should've patched up that ditch…

(minibubble) Wizard: *Grumble Grumble*

Wizard: Get outta here, aight? Or I'll kick you out myself!

Wizard: And don't you dare touch any books! I'll track you down!

Vi: W-Was that a spider?

Leif: Seemed more like a friendly neighborhood Tarantula.

Kabbu: We...we could've gone to prison…

Leif: Guess we'd better get out before he calls explorers on us.

[Overworld Spy]

Vi: Yay...so many books…

Kabbu: This Tarantula is quite well read! There's a few classics in here!

Leif: Oh, we've been meaning to read this one. "World Round Pastry".

Leif: Maybe if we don't take it outside, he won't mind?

Kabbu: Absolutely not! We can't risk it!

Notes: "I've found the perfect potion recipe! But blimey, everything's so spread across the land! ...Ahh, I'm too lazy..."

10. Wizard Tower Stairs

[Overworld Spy, door locked]

Vi: Wow! Look at all the flying books!

Leif: Weird, we can't feel any magic here. The Tarantula must not use any crystals.

Kabbu: I understand your awe, but the door is locked! We'll...have to ask for help.

(minibubble) Kabbu: Gulp.

[Overworld Spy, door unlocked]

Vi: Wow! Look at all the flying books!

Leif: Weird, we can't feel any magic here. The Tarantula must not use any crystals.

Kabbu: He must be one of the 10 sorcerers! What an honor! To think we'd trespass his property…

Vi: Eh, we're helping him out. So it's okay!

(minibubble) Leif: Right.

11. Wizard Tower Attic

[Overworld Spy]

Leif: That's a dream catcher! Incredible!

Kabbu: It's unusual to see you so pumped up!

Leif: Mother always nagged father to buy her one. They were very expensive, though.

Vi: Bleh, who's gonna pay up for that? Those don't even work!

Leif: But this one's owned by a wizard. Maybe…

Leif: ...Ah, we don't really need it anymore, do we...?

(minibubble) Kabbu: Leif...

[Spy Wizard]

Leif: This tower is incredible. Did he build it all by himself?

Vi: I hope so. It'd cost a fortune to buy…

Kabbu: He truly seems to be a sorcerer. It must've been child's play!

[talk, door locked]

Kabbu: Err...g-good sir, would you spare a moment of your time?

Wizard: ...You're still here!? Can't you see I'm busy!?

Leif: The door's locked. We literally can't leave.

Vi: Not without breaking something…

Wizard: O-Oh. Sigh... Blimey. I get really into my potions.

Wizard: It's open now.

Leif: ...It is?

Wizard: I'm a wizard! You dare underestimate me!?

Kabbu: Um, thanks for letting us out. Our apologies for breaking in.

Wizard: It's whatever. All I care about is finishing this brew!

[talk again]

[Quest: Find the Ingredients!]

Kabbu: Sir wizard?

Wizard: Blimey! You're STILL HERE!?

Kabbu: Yes! You seem...troubled. We're explorers, yes?

Wizard: Good for you.

Leif: What he means is, it seems like you need help.

Wizard: Do you know anything about extracting the magical compounds of materials?

Vi: Nooooope.

Wizard: And you boast you can help me!?

Kabbu: Well...can't we?

Wizard: …

Wizard: There's a potion I want to make. But its materials…

Wizard: I'd have to travel everywhere! I hate leaving the tower!

Leif: What kind of ingredients?

Wizard: "Nectar from the critters of the land, Fruit that blooms in lifeless soil, and the essence of frost itself!"

Vi: That sounds super cool! So what's the ingredients?

Wizard: Hmph. If you really want to help, you'll figure it out.

(minibubble) Vi: Real helpful.

Kabbu: A riddle from one of the 10 great sorcerers!

Leif: We'll try. Make it worth our while.

Wizard: Blimey, you've no respect. You won't believe how good this deal will be!

[talk again]

Wizard: So? Did you find all three ingredients?

Textbox: Yes

No

[Yes, have all three]

Wizard: ...BLIMEY! You actually got them! Quick, hand them over!

Wizard: Yes...yes! I can feel the magic in this brew!

Wizard: You really did help me. As thanks...I shall bestow great power upon you.

Wizard: You there, bluey. You can use magic, right? And you've got a fun toy, kid.

(minibubble) Vi: Not a kid.

Leif: How did you...Oh, right. Sorcerer. Yeah, we've got ice magic.

Wizard: Perfect. Now… IN THE DARKNESS, MASTER THIS TECHNIQUE!

Textbox: Leif and Vi can now use the Frost Relay skill in battle!

Wizard: Worth it, eh?

Vi: W-Woah! I just learned stuff all of a sudden!

Leif: This power's incredible!

Kabbu: (W-What about me?)

Wizard: Chin up, Beetle. You'll figure one out.

Wizard: I'm gonna go back to work now. I guess you're uh, welcome to visit.

Vi: Thank you! Now that's a reward!

[talk again]

Wizard: Stay as long as you want. Just don't take any books!

[end of quest-related dialogue]

Capsule Machine: Hello there! Do you want a capsule? That will cost |currency,var,50|!

Textbox: Yes

No

[pick up Bad Book]

Wizard: Blimey! That book's...garbage! Take it with you.

Vi: Bleh. If it's bad, I don't want it.

Wizard: TOO BAD! You wanted to rummage through my stuff? Take the garbage too!

Vi: G-Guh…

12. Plants

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Maki: What dense foliage... It's getting tougher to press forward.

Vi: It's kinda nice though. In a weird way.

Leif: The Ant Kingdom used to have more plants in it. Maybe they could have built around them better?

Maki: Such is the cost of building a city…

[Overworld Spy, without Maki]

Vi: All the plants are annoying. But also nice. In a weird way, you know?

Leif: The Ant Kingdom used to have more plants in it. Maybe they could have built around them better?

Kabbu: Mayhaps we could discuss a project to plant flowers in unused spaces...

13. Outside Village

[Overworld Spy, with Maki]

Leif: The path seems to split. Anyone's got a guess?

Maki: No need to take chances. If we keep moving north, we'll get there.

Kabbu: (It's nice to have someone more reliable... )

(minibubble) Vi: I heard you!

[Approach Fishing Village entrance, with Maki]

Riz: Halt! Who goes there!? This is private property! LEAVE!

Maki: We've gone a bit off-track. We shouldn't disturb this settlement…

[Overworld Spy, without Maki]

Leif: The mission being done for, it wouldn't hurt to explore this area a bit more.

Kabbu: Just watch your step. The monsters are still dangerous!

[Approach Fishing Village entrance, without Maki]

Riz: Halt! Who goes there!? This is private property! LEAVE!

Leif: Woah, chill out. We're just walking around…

Riz: I won't say it twice! I'll protect this land... Get OUT!

Textbox: You've got it all wrong!

Sorry. We'll leave!

[You've got it all wrong!]

Kabbu: Excuse me! We come in peace! We're simply exploring the f-

Riz: I warned you! If you won't leave, I'll drive you out!

Vi: Whatever! You're probably hiding treasure or something!

Riz: I KNEW IT! POACHERS!

(minibubble) Leif: Way to go, Vi...

Vi: W-Wait, we're not poachers!

Riz: HRAAAAAAGH!

[walking in from the fishing village]

Riz: W-where did you POACHERS come from?!

Riz: My village... What did you do to it?!

Vi: We didn't do any-

Riz: SILENCE! YOU WILL NEVER GET AWAY WITH THIS!

[post-battle, either version]

Riz: N-No, the village...

Kabbu: Listen! We truly meant you no harm!

Vi: Y-Yeah, sorry!

Riz: …

Riz: Then, you're not poachers?

Leif: Nope.

Riz: …

Riz: My...my bad. It's been tense with so many Wasps about.

Vi: Do we look like Wasps!?

Riz: It's only my family and I here. We don't see many others…

Riz: I assumed the worst. My bad.

Kabbu: It's alright. Forgive us for the smacking!

Riz: What DO you want, then?

Leif: Uh, we really just wanted to look around. Maybe help a bit?

Vi: For a price!

Kabbu: Definitely nothing evil!

Riz: ...Well, ok.

Riz: I'll let my family know of your arrival. Please don't disturb us, though.

14. Fishing Village

[first entrance from submarine]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: To think we missed this settlement during our mission! It's a nice place.

Vi: That's why exploring's fun! There's secrets everywhere!

Leif: They seem a bit wary... Have we intruded?

[Spy Rizza or Riz’s father]

Kabbu: It seems this is actually a small village!

Leif: They seem a bit wary... Have we intruded?

Riz’s Father: Hm? Riz there didn't raise a ruckus? Well, hello...

Rizza: W-Who're you? Where's my brother...?

[After defeating Riz]

[Overworld Spy]

Kabbu: This is a soothing place. Could have gone without the harsh welcome, however.

Vi: That's why exploring's fun! You get to meet lotsa weird people!

Leif: (...She's changed, hasn't she?)

(minibubble) Kabbu: (Yeah.)

Riz’s Father: It's a perfect day to fish for worms, ain't it?

[Spy Riz’s Father]

Vi: Fishing SUCKS!

Leif: How rude. You have no concept of patience.

Kabbu: Indeed. Fishing soothes the soul, and even provides food!

Kabbu: My master and I used to sit long hours just to fish and chat…

Vi: ...I uh, respect that. But it won't make me like fishing...

Rizza: Bro always protects us! But he's gotta look for food, too. I hope he's not too stressed...

[Spy Rizza]

Vi: How can she be so cheerful? You can't do anything in here.

Kabbu: Well, there's fishing…

Vi: ...Exactly!

Leif: She's probably never seen a proper city, so she's happy with what she knows.

Vi: ...Does it really work that way...?

Riz: ...You seem like good folk, but I'm watching you. We've worked too hard for our peace.

[Spy Riz]

Leif: Riz was quite eager to start a fight. He's quite overprotective.

Vi: Living in the wild's gotta put you on edge!

Kabbu: I hope we can move past our fight and become good friends.

[Quest: Sweets from Outside]

Rizza: Heya... You're from the big sand city, right?

Kabbu: Well, no. But we've been there, young lass.

Rizza: Really!? Is it true there's a big sweet maker!?

Leif: There's a baker. Same thing, probably.