Lufia 2: Rise of the Sinistrals Script

(Covering approximately the first third of the game)

Compiled by Marlone (marlone@telocity.com)



Notes: I don't have any plans right now to continue this, so what you see is what you get unless I change my mind and decide to pick this project up again. Please ask me before posting this on your page, not so I can say no (quite unlikely), but so I can see one of the rarest things online: a Lufia web page.



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Erim: Master.

Arek: Erim... I would like to ask you something.

Erim: Yes, sir.

Arek: Who should rule, we Sinistrals, or humans?

Erim: There is no doubt in my mind that we should rule!

Arek: ...

Erim: But why do you ask that, sir?

Arek: Judgment time with the Duel Blade has come.

Erim: Are you saying the Duel Blade is resonating?

Arek: Would you... go?

Erim: Yes, sir.



Elcid, Tia's Store

Maxim: Tia, are you home?

[Tia comes up front]

Tia: Hi, Maxim! How was work today?

Maxim: Alright. I got six jellies.

Tia: Let's see... that'll be 120 gold pieces, right?

Maxim: Wait a minute, Tia. I said six jellies. That comes to 180 gold pieces!

Tia: Look, monsters are cheap these days. They city's suffering so I can't pay the top price.

Maxim: Yeah, it's true. More monsters every day.

Tia: It's spooky, you know.

Maxim: Well, I should appriciate it though. I'm a monster hunter. I'd lose my job without them.

[Tia walks around the counter to Maxim]

Tia: Maxim! Have you thought about getting an ordinary job?

Maxim: What is an ordinary job anyway?

Tia: Let's see.. like... a shop owner... perhaps.

Maxim: Me? Shop owner? Ha! That'll be the day!

[Tia moves away]

Tia: (How can he be so insensitive...!?)

Maxim: Did you say something, Tia?

Tia: Forget it!! Here's your money!

[Tia gives him the money and runs into the back]



Elcid, Village Entrance

Old man: Oh, it's you, Maxim. This is a good time to show you my secret techniques for fighting in dungeons. I'll wait for you at the dungeon south of here.



Secret Skills Cave, Entrance

Old man: You took so long, Maxim! Let's go ahead and start the lesson for secret techniques in the dungeon. First, the important thing is to learn the patterns of the monsters' movements. Monsters move only when you move. So, don't worry even if a monster is in front of you.

[Old man turns]

Old man: Oh good, I see a jelly right there. Why don't you try to get that jelly.

[Maxim fights and kills the jelly]

Old man: That's our Maxim. Jellies are nothing for him! But don't get cocky! Some monsters are fast, gaining two steps to your one. Also, when there are many monsters in a room, don't let them surround you! Of course, the monsters move only when you move, so stop and think before you act. Good. Let's move on to the next room. Enter from the door above.



Secret Skills Cave, Room 2

Old man: In this room, we will learn how to use Skills! Press the Select button to display the Skills you have. Select the Skill you wish to use. You now have only the Skill Arrow but you will receive more... Incidentally, Arrows can freeze anamy movement for a while. Press the Y button to shoot them. When you hit an enemy with an Arrow, it's temporarily paralyzed. Bumping into a paralyzed enemy doesn't lead to a battle. Skills never run out. So, shoot an Arrow when you don't feel like fighting. Select the Skill you wish to use with the Select button and press the Y button to shoot it. You will use your skills in most dungeons. You can fight with that jelly there or use Skill to stop its movement and not fight. It's up to you.



Secret Skills Cave, Room 3

Old man: The bridge gave way, but can be crossed when the switch in the back is turned on. The switch is not within your reach. Hmm. We're in trouble. We can't go on! I was just kidding. You can also use Skills in a situation like this. Arrows are not only to stop enemy movement. Why don't you hit that switch with an Arrow?



Secret Skills Cave, Room 4

Old man: The door to the room above is locked. Can you find the key to open it? Can you see the switch at the upper left? Stand on top of it.

[Maxim stands on the switch and the door opens. When he gets off of it, the door closes. Maxim talks to the old man again.]

Old man: See? That opened the door. However, step off the switch to close the door. Got it? In other words, that switch works only with something on it. Now, what should you do? The answer is this pillar. Stand next to the pillar and walk while pressing the "A" button.

[Maxim pushes the pillar onto the switch. The door opens.]

Old man: That's right, Maxim. Please wait a moment. I almost forgot! I forgot to give you one very precious spell. You con't survive the dungeon without it. It's... "Reset!" When you solve a trick in this room by pushing something, you must remember one thing. Although you can push the pillars, you can't pull them. In other words, if you push the pillar against a wall or door, you can do nothing more. But don't worry! There is a Reset spell that sets it all up again. This spell send you back in time to when you had just entered the room. Everything in the room returns to its original position, including the monster! Reset does not take any MP. Thus, you can use it as many times as you wish. Possess this spell and you'll have nothing to fear. I shall give you the Reset spell.

** Gets the Reset spell **

Old man: You can also find Reset on the Skill Ring. Press Select then up or down on the Control Pad.



Secret Skills Cave, Room 5

Old man: Whenever you see arrows like those on the cliff on the right, you can jump down. Give it a try.



Secret Skills Cave, Room 6

Old man: The next door will be opened when you defeat all the monsters. When you can't find any devices or tricks, one way to solve a problem is todefeat all the monsters.



Secret Skills Cave, Room 7

Old man: Press the B button to swing your sword. You can cut grass using the sword. Sometimes switches are hidden under the grass. Why don't you try to find one?



Secret Skills Cave, Room 8

Old man: Press the A button to pick up and put down the vase. This is a unique skill. Press the Control Pad while pressing the R Button to change directions without moving. You need this skill to change direction when there's nowhere else to turn. Don't forget how to use the R button. Let's see. What do you think will happen if you put the pot on that slate? Why don't you try?



Secret Skills Cave, Room 3

Old man: Well, I guess I've finished the lesson. Of course, you have only begun to learn. To get through many dungeons, you must try many different things. It's not easy to do, but I'm certain you'll make it. Well, I must be off.



Elcid, Tia's Shop

Tia: Hey Maxim. I was about to have dinner. Would you care to join me?

Maxim: Love to.

[They go back to the kitchen/dining room]

Tia: I made something special, Maxim! Wati a minute, ok!?

[Tia works in the kitchen for a second, then returns to the table carrying a strange looking fish dish.]

Tia: Ta-daaa! It's fish pot pie made of 'navaroa', the phantom fish!

Maxim: Hmm, so this is navaroa, huh!? I've heard of it before but never seen it.

Tia: I know! I've never seen it either. What's it taste like, I wonder? Let's dig in.

Maxim: Well, let's see.

[Maxim tries some.]

Tia: How is it?

Maxim: We... well... aaah... what shall I say? Hmm... I mean... um... Tia, why don't you try some?

Tia: I will. Here goes.

[Tia tries some.]

Maxim: And?

Tia: This... is pretty bad, that's what this is!

Maxim: You think so, too? It's not your cooking, it's the fish, don't you think?

Tia: Why is this called the phantom fish, then?

Maxim: Because it tastes so bad that nobody eats it. Something like that.

Tia: Oh, I'm so disappointed. I wanted to cook something really tasty for you.

Maxim: Well, maybe it's not that bad if you cover it with lemon or something. See, it's not bad.

Tia: Well, I guess you could eat it that way.

Maxim: See? It's already tasting better.

Tia: Yeah, you're right. How odd. Maybe that's why it's called the phantom fish.

Maxim: Well, it at least brought us a cheerful evening. Ha, ha, ha!

Tia: I guess so. Well, I'm stuffed. Let me get some tea.

[Tia goes into the kitchen and gets some tea.]

Tia: Here you are.

Maxim: Thanks.

Tia: Say, Maxim.

Maxim: Yeah?

Tia: Why... are you always in battle?

Maxim: Why do you ask such a thing all of a sudden?

Tia: You're the only one fighting monsters. Not many people fight to live. Why you?

Maxim: I've been fighting ever since I can remember. I've never asked myself why.

Tia: I've never met anyone quite like you before...

Maxim: ...Well, thanks for dinner. I'll make it up to you sometime.

Tia: Don't worry about it. It's no fun to eat alone anyway. Join my again sometime, ok!?

Maxim: I'd love to! Eating is something I do very well, you see. Well, bye!

[Maxim leaves]



Elcid, First Crossroad

[Red-haired man runs into town]

Red-haired man: Bad news, everyone!

[A crowd gathers]

Daisy: What is it?

Red-haired man: A horde of monsters appeared in the cave on the way to Sundletan!

Blue-haired man: Are you sure about that!?

Daisy: That's horrible.

Green-haired girl: Daisy, will monsters come to this city, too?

Daisy: Well, I don't think they will, but...

Red-haired man: Unfortunately, that's not the only problem we've got on our hands.

Blue-haired man: What do you mean?

Red-haired man: The monsters have closed the door at the back of the cave. We can't get to Sundletan without the key.

Blue-haired man: That's not good...

Old man: So, does anyone have any ideas about what we should do?

Red-haired man: Well... No, I don't...



Cave to Sundletan, B1

Red-haired guard: A young woman went inside alone! I tried to stop her, but she wouldn't listen. But she seemed different from other women I know. I felt like I shouldn't stop her, you know.



Cave to Sundletan, Boss Room

Lizard man: I won't give you the key to the door!

[battle]

** Gets the key to the door **

Maxim: (I don't get it! How could the lizard men be smart enough to steal the key!? Besides, why should the lizard men steal the key? They gain nothing by disrupting human life. I just don't get it. This has never happened before!)

[Iris enters the room and approaches Maxim]

Iris: Do you wish to know why, Maxim?

[Maxim rushes to her]

Maxim: Wh... who are you? How did you know my name?!

Iris: I can see the future. I know your name and why you come here.

Maxim: Who are you?

Iris: Never mind. Don't you want to know why monsters are smarter and attacking humans?

Maxim: Do you know why?

Iris: Are you aware of the ball of red light that appeared a couple of days ago?

Maxim: Yes.

Iris: Everything that's happened has been because of that light.

Maxim: What!? I can't believe that a ball of light has that kind of power.

Iris: I understand your doubt. It is incredible, but true. But time has begun to change. Now a mere wave, later a gigantic swell of an attack on humanity.

Maxim: That's ridiculous! Why are you telling me this?

Iris: Because... you have the power, the power to confront that swell.

Maxim: Me?

Iris: Yes, you.

Maxim: Wait a minute. It's true that fighting is my job, I know. But I don't have such great power.

Iris: ......

Maxim: What is this ball of light anyway? Is it monster or human?

Iris: ......

Maxim: I need to know! What can I do against this humongous enemy of all humanity?

Iris: It's not just you. There are others in this world who can confront this evil power. You're destined to go on a journey to meet those people and fight against evil.

Maxim: A journey... to fight?

Iris: That's right. When that ball of light appeared, your destiny was sealed.

Maxim: (Will that ball of light really bring misfortune? And I have the power to handle that?)

Iris: This is all I can tell you. Whether or not you believe me and go on your journey is totally up to you.

[Iris starts to leave.]

Maxim: Wa... wait!

[Maxim runs over to her and she turns.]

Iris: My name is Iris. I am here to ascertain your future. If you go, we may meet again.

[Iris leaves]



Elcid, Tia's Shop

[going back is optional]

Tia: Oh, Maxim! Thank goodness, you're here. I had this weird feeling.

Maxim: About what?

Tia: Well.., I..I had this feeling you were going away somewhere...

Maxim: ......

Tia: Silly me. It's nothing, forget it. So, what was it you wanted today?



Sundletan

[There is an earthquake as Maxim enters the town. He runs around in panic until it is over.]



Catfish Cave, Big Catfish's Room

[The room shakes and a giant catfish rises to the surface of the water.]

Big Catfish: Good. Someone's finally made it this far. Although I never expected anyone so weak. No use fighting. Go home before you hurt yourself!

[The room shakes again.]

Maxim: The earthquake. Is it you who's responsible?

Big Catfish: I was bored. I created the earthquake hoping somebody would come to me.

Maxim: Your earthquake is troubling everyone... Give it up.

Big Catfish: Well, I'll think about it, only if you beat me! Of course, that won't happen!

[battle begins]

Big Catfish: I... I give up... I'll never roll out another earthquake, so please forgive me. Perhaps I'll sink under the lake and sleep for a while. Yes, that's what I'll do...

[Big Catfish sinks under the water.]



Sundletan, Tea Shop

Daisy: Oh, it's you, Maxim. Isn't Tia with you?

Maxim: No, she's not. What about her?

Daisy: She said she was coming to this village. I thought she would be with you.



Catfish Cave, Room with Three Monsters

Tia: Aaaak!!

[Tia is surrounded by two monsters. Maxim rushes over.]

Tia: Maxim!?

[Monsters attack Maxim.]

Tia: Maxim.

Maxim: Tia! What on earth are you doing here!?

Tia: I... I felt like you were going away. And I just... just couldn't help myself...

Maxim: ......

Tia: Silly me. You're not going anywhere. Right, Maxim?

Maxim: ......

Tia: Oh, no. You are... aren't you?

Maxim: Yes...

Tia: But why?

Maxim: You remember the ball of red light that flew north?

Tia: Uh-huh.

Maxim: That light has an evil power that could lead to world destruction. That's what I was told.

Tia: World destruction? I can't believe that.

Maxim: But it's true that monsters are increasing and have begun attacking people.

Tia: Even if that's true, why do YOU have to go!?

Maxim: The same person told me that I have the power to shatter that ball of evil light.

Tia: It's... it's true that you're stronger than most, but still...

Maxim: I just want to know, Tia.

Tia: Know... what?

Maxim: Ever since I was born, I've known swordsmanship. No one taught me. I just knew. Why do I have this ability? What am I supposed to use it for? I have to know.

Tia: So... you're not going to change your mind... are you, Maxim?

Maxim: No... I won't be able to see you for while.

Tia: That's not true.

Maxim: What?

Tia: 'Cause I'm going with you.

Maxim: What!? No way. I can't take you with me, Tia!

Tia: Hey, did I beg you to take me? I run a weapons shop. I know how to fight!

[Tia walks away quickly.]

Maxim: Wait, Tia! Don't walk around so fast, it's dangerous!

Tia: I know that!

[Monster runs up behind Tia.]

Maxim: Tia!

[Maxim attacks the monster.]

Maxim: Are you crazy!?

Tia: Thank you, Maxim. I... I'm so sorry, but I... I...

Maxim: Alright, Tia. Let's go together. But don't be so rash!

Tia: Ok.

** Tia joins the party **



Alunze Castle, Throne Room

???: Your Majesty!!!

[Two red-haired men run up before the king.]

Red-haired man 1: The... The Crowd!!

King: What is it!?

Red-haired man 1: I just learned that this crown is an imitation!

[Everyone goes to look at the crown.]

Blond man 1: This can't be!

Blond man 2: The way it shines... it must be real.

Blue-haired man: The guards on the crown were the best!

Red-haired man 3: It's improssible for anyone to switch crowns!

King: Wha... what's going on?

Red-haired man 1: I have called an expert. I'll have him examine the crown right away!

King: Very well. Do it immediately!

Red-haired man 1: Yes, Your Majesty!

[Red-haired man 1 takes the crown and both start to leave.]

Blue-haired man: Hold on, there!

[Blue-haired man gets in front of Red-haired man 1.]

Blue-haired man: I've never seen you before. What's your outfit, soldier?

Red-haired man 1: ......

Blue-haired man: What is it? Cat got your tongue?

Red-haired man 1: Dribbles, drubbles. I see you noticed, eh?

[Red-haired man 1 sets down the crown. Both spin and change into Berty and Bart.]

Blue-haired man: What the...!?

Berty: Welly well well! 'Tis I, Berty, world renowned thief!

Bart: And I, as welly well. 'Tis Bart, Berty's first apprentice! Greetings.

Blue-haired man: What!? Who are you guys!

[Everyone tries to surround them.]

Bart: Ah, ah! Don't move!

[Bart sets a bomb.]

Bart: I assume all of you can see this boomin' bomb well now, eh?

Berty: What are you waitin' for, Bart? Let's party arty, eh!

Bart: Righto, Berty!

[Everyone scatters. The bomb bounces.]

Blond man 1: Waaah!

Blue-haired man: Oh no!

Blond man 2: Put it out!

Red-haired man 3: Bu..but!?

Berty: Ha! Ha! Ha! Watch out folks, the big one's coming!

Bart: Here it comes... 3, 2, 1, BOOM!!!

Berty: ......

Bart: ......?

Berty: What's goin' on, Bart?

Bart: Huh? I should....

[Bart steps closer to the bomb.]

Bart: I haven't got a clue, Berty.

Berty: What're you playin' at, Bart?

[Berty steps closer to the bomb. It blows up, blasting them across the room. They slowly walk back with stars around their heads. They recover from the blast.]

Berty: Hmm! I'm a great and generous kind of thief. I'll let you go this time!

Bart: Welly well done! You hurt Berty and me something terrible! But no more. Gone! Poof!

[They run off. Berty runs back, grabs the crown, and runs off again.]

Blue-haired man: ......

Red-haired man 3: ......

King: Wha... what are you doing! Do something! What if this spreads outside the kingdom!?

Blue-haired man: Yes, Your Majesty!

[Blue-haired man and Red-haired man 3 leave.]



Alunze Castle, Basement stairs

[Maxim comes across an injured guard.]

Maxim: Are you alright?

[Maxim shakes the man.]

Red-haired guard: Two... two men suddenly.. th.. the bomb...

Maxim: Threw a bomb at you?

[Red-haired guard gets up.]

Red-haired guard: No, no. The bomb exploded before they threw it! Fragments struck my head and I passed out. But, how could they survive the explosion anyway...?



Alunze Castle, B5, Underground Waterway

[Berty and Bart are in the water passage with the crown.]

Tia: Maxim, look! Those two guys!

Maxim: You! Don't move!

[Berty and Bart run to the other side of the passage. Maxim and Tia jump down into the passage.]

Berty: I applaud your efforts in coming this far. But you shouldn't have jumped down there, you see!!

[Berty steps onto a switch and a wall is raised between the two sides.]

Berty: Ha, ha! Surprised? Weren't expectin' such terrible tricks underground, were you?

Tia: What are we going to do, Maxim!?

Berty: You ready to swim? The wily water's on its merry way! Alright Bart, do it!

Bart: Righto, boss!

[Bart steps on the other switch. Water races down the passage and hits... Berty and Bart. They are washed away.]

Maxim: ......

Tia: What weirdos.



Alunze Castle, B5, Underground Waterway (south 1 room)

[The crown is lying in the passage.]

Tia: Maxim, look! The crown!

[Maxim runs over to the crown.]

Maxim: They must have dropped it when they were washed away by their "wily" water!

Tia: Whatever happened to them?

Maxim: I have no idea. How far were they carried anyway?

Tia: I wonder if they're ok?

Maxim: I wouldn't worry. They're the type that always comes back to bug you over and over.

Tia: Yeah, you're right.

** Gets the crown **



Alunze Castle, Throne Room

King: You retrieved our crown, did you not? On behalf of the kingdom, I thank you. I would like to reward you. What would you like?

Maxim: Money./Princess./King./Nothing.

	Money.

	King: Very well. I will reward you with 2000 gold pieces.

	** Gets 2000 gold pieces. **

	Princess.

	King: What!? The Princess? Well, that's for her to decide. The woman beside you is glaring at you. Are you quite sure of your decision? I believe this will cause you much trouble. Why not settle for 500 gold pieces?

	** Gets 500 gold pieces. **

	King.

	King: Wh... what!? You want me as your reward!? But.. No, no. Well, if you insist, I'll think about it... No, of course not. I was joking, you see! Well, why not settle for 1000 gold pieces?

	** Gets 1000 gold pieces. **

	Nothing.

	King: What!? You want nothing? I admire your generosity. I shall reward you with 3000 gold pieces.

	** Gets 3000 gold pieces. **



Alunze Northwest Cave, Entrance

[There is a boy with red hair at the entrance.]

Abel: Oh my goodness...

Tia: What's wrong? What's your name?

Abel: I'm Abel. I.. I... the key...

Tia: What's wrong with the key?

Abel: Eh... ah...

Maxim: What!? If you want to say something, just say it. You are a man, aren't you?

Abel: Ye... yeah... but... uh...

Maxim: What?

Tia: Hey, Maxim.

[Tia pushes him aside.]

Tia: It doesn't work that way. He's frightened.

[Tia walks back over to Abel.]

Tia: Would you tell me what really happened? I'm not going to get upset at you.

Abel: (.....)

Tia: Please.

Abel: I took out the key to the small shrine to look for stuff in a treasure hunt. A huge monster suddenly appeared and I was so freaked I threw the key at it. And that monster took the key and went inside the dungeon.

Tia: Ok. I understand. Don't worry. We will find the key for you.

Abel: Really!?

Tia: Yes. So promise me you're not going to do this again, ok?

Abel: I promise.

Tia: That a boy. Now, this place is dangerous, so go back now.

Abel: I will. Please be careful.

[Abel leaves.]

Maxim: You're so good with kids, Tia.

Tia: I'm just prepared, that's all.

Maxim: Of course.

Tia: (If only he could understand what I mean by that, I wouldn't be so frustrated.)

Maxim: What's on your mind, Tia?

Tia: Oh, nothing. Let's go, Maxim.



Alunze Northwest Cave, Boss Room

Regal Goblin: Who are you?

Maxim: Didn't you pick up the key a little kid threw at you? We'd like it back, if you don't mind.

Regal Goblin: It's mine now. I'll never let it go!

[battle]

** Found Small Shrine Key **



Alunze North Shrine

Hilda: Thank goodness. You found the key. Now I can go back to Tanbel. Oh! If you are ever in Tanbel, please stop by. We run an inn there. I'm Hilda. We'd be pleased if you'd stay at our inn for free next time you come. Well then, I must be on my way.

[Hilda goes up to open the door.]

Hilda: Oops, I guess I forgot to have you open the door.

** Uses the small shrine key **

Maxim: Go ahead.

Hilda: Thanks for all your trouble. Goodbye.

[Hilda leaves]



Tanbel

Hilda: Oh, you came to Tanbel. Let's see... I guess I haven't got your names.

Maxim: I'm Maxim. And this is Tia.

Tia: Hello!

Hilda: Thank you so much for what you did at the small shrine.

[A blond man runs up.]

Hilda: Oh, it's you, brother! I was just about to go and talk with you.

Guy: Hilda, who are these people?

Hilda: They found the key when I was in trouble at the small shrine. This is Maxim and Tia.

Maxim: Glad to meet you.

Hilda: This is my brother, Guy.

Guy: I hear you helped my sister at the small shrine. Thank you.

Hilda: Maxim, please stay here today. I'll cook something special for you.

Guy: That's a great idea. I don't know about her other abilities, but her cooking is pretty good.

Hilda: And just what do you mean by that!?

[Hilda shoves Guy.]

Guy: Well, is there anything else you can do really well? I just can't think...

Hilda: What are you saying? I manage the inn, cook, clean and even do laundry. You can't do anything!

Guy: I do my own laundry!

Hilda: yeah right! If tearing apart the cloths is called doing laundry, you do that really well, huh!?

Guy: ......

[Guy turns away.]

Tia: Ha, ha, ha!

Hilda: Men! They can't do a thing by themselves, yet act like they rule the world. Don't you agree, Tia?

Tia: Yeah, I know what you mean.

Maxim: What?

Tia: Never you mind. Ha, ha, ha!

Guy: In any case, please stay today. Hilda, why don't you go and fix up something?

Hilda: Coming right up.

[Hilda goes into the inn.]

Guy: I'll be in the square out back training. Why don't you join me later?

Maxim: Sure. I'd love to.

Guy: See you then.

[Guy leaves]

Tia: They're so close. They appear to be nice people, too.

Maxim: Yeah.



Tanbel, Square

Guy: Hey Maxim! Are you ready to have a little match?

Maxim: Yes./No.

	No.

	Guy: Alright. I'm ready whenever you are!

	Yes.

	Well let's get to it then!

[Maxim and Guy get in position to spar.]

Guy: Can I strut all my stuff?

Maxim: You'd better or you might end up getting hurt.

Guy: You're that confident, huh!? Ok. Comin' at you!

[Guy jumps at Maxim and Maxim blocks. Mid-jump -]

Guy!!

[A red-haired man runs up to them.]

Guy: What!? We were just getting to the fun part!

Red-haired man: Guy! Monsters! Monsters are in town!

Guy: What!?

[Screen flashes several times.]

Guy: Wha... what the...!?

[Screen flashes several more times. Two monsters and an Orange-spikey-haired man appear.]

Orange-spikey-haired man: Are you the strongest man around?

Guy: Who are you?

Orange-spikey-haired man: I'll introduce myself after, if you get all my henchmen!

[Monsters approach.]

Maxim: Guy, let's have our match after we take care of these punks, ok!?

Guy: Good thinking! Let's clean up this scum!

[Battle.]

Guy: Is that it? Whoa... way too easy.

Orange-spikey-haired man: What the..? My men! Blast it!

Guy: Hey, you're next!

Orange-spikey-haired man: Rats in your eyes! I'll be back for you!

[Orange-spikey-haired man teleports away. Guy and Maxim turn to each other.]

Guy: Some interruption, huh. Well, are you ready?

[Red-haired boy runs up.]

Red-haired boy: Guy!! Some weird man took Hilda away!

Guy: What!? Hilda? The scumbag!

Red-haired boy: He ran to the Southeast Tower!

Guy: Thanks!

Maxim: I'll go with you, Guy!

Guy: That tower's full of monsters. It's too dangerous, but not for you, I guess. Let's go!

** Guy joins the party. **



Tanbel Southeast Tower, Top Floor

Hilda: Gu..Guy...

Guy: Hilda!!

Orange-spikey-haired man: I applaud your efforts to have come this far.

Guy: You! Why did you take Hilda? What did she ever do to you, huh!?

Orange-spikey-haired man: Orders. You see, I had to check out the abilities of certain men. I considered your case a while... ...and came up with an idea - kidnapping your sister! You'd do anything to save her.

Guy: That idea will cost you dearly, friend! Pick up your sword!

Orange-spikey-haired man: Noisy, aren't we? Now it's time to see your real strength!

[battle begins. The orange-spikey-haired man's name is Camu]

Camu: It is mo...more than I...had expected. Guy, and... Maxim? But, don't... overestimate yourself... th... the time... will... come...

Guy: What are you talking about!?

Camu: This world... will be ruled by... Sinistrals. Soon, just wait...

Guy: Ruled by Sinistrals? What do you mean!?

Camu: Ha, ha, ha! You people will... never leave here... No need to... know!

[The tower starts to shake and the door closes.]

Tia: The door just closed!

Camu: Ha, ha, ha! You cannot escape!!!

[Camu disappears.]

Guy: Is he trying to bury us with the tower!?

Maxim: Let's try to open the door! Guy, go get Hilda!

Guy: Ok!

[Maxim and Tia run towards the door, while Guy goes to get Hilda.]

Guy: Hilda! Hey, hang on!

Hilda: Oh... I knew you would come...

Guy: Of course. We're going to get out of here together.

[Guy and Hilda run to where Maxim and Tia are.]

Maxim: Magic's stopping the door from opening!

[The tower shakes.]

Guy: This doesn't look good! We haven't got all day!

[The door suddenly opens.]

Maxim: The door opened!!

[Isis runs into the room.]

Isis: Please! Hurry!

Maxim: You... you are the one I saw at the cave! But why?

Isis: There is no time for conversation! I am warping us to Tanbel!

[The group is teleported away.]



Tanbel, Entrance

[Maxim, Tia, Guy, and Hilda appear.]

Guy: Whew, I guess we made it. Hey, Maxim. Who was that woman?

Maxim: She once told me that I was destined to travel and fight.

Guy: What a weird woman. Well, she saved us alright. I should thank her... Where is she?

[Guy looks around.]

Tia: She's gone.

Maxim: What... is... she..?

Guy: In any case, let's go back home. Hilda's a little hurt, too.

Maxim: Right.

[They go into the inn.]



Tanbel, Inn, Second floor

[Hilda is lying in a bed. Guy is on one side and a nurse woman on the other.]

Guy: Hilda...

[Guy walks over to where Maxim and Tia wait at a table in the other room.]

Guy: Finally slept.

Tia: How's Hilda doing?

Guy: She'll live. Wasn't hurt as badly as we thought. But she'll be out of it for a while. Hey, Maxim. Who was that woman at the tower? Seemed like you knew her.

Maxim: That woman. You know, the one who told me I was destined to fight.

Guy: Just what kind of woman is she, I wonder.

Maxim: Who knows. But she's good for us. She knows how to get rid of the magic cast on that door.

Guy: Yeah. Anyone who can get to the top of that monster-ridden tower must be pretty strong.

Maxim: That's the way I figure it.

Guy: So, what's your next move, Maxim?

Maxim: To keep going. I got wind of something that... bothers me.

Guy: You talking about the super beings out to rule the world?

Maxim: You got it. If they really exist, I'm going to have to meet them.

Guy: And what do you do after you... meet?

Maxim: If this world is their target... I'll have to destroy them, won't I?

Guy: We're talking about super beings here, you know. You can't just walk on them like bugs.

Maxim: Sword to sword, I can win. And you, Sir Guy? Don't you feel the same?

Guy: Ha! Of course! I won't be ordered about by anyone. Be ruled? No way, Maxim. Not me.

Maxim: So I thought. Listen, we've got to be moving on soon.

Guy: Huh? Already? Well, I could... Nah. I should take it easy a while longer.

[Jessy comes upstairs.]

Jessy: You really want to go, don't you Guy?

Guy: Jessy...

Tia: What a beautiful woman she is. Who is she, Guy?

Guy: Jessy. She's... uh... my... you know...

Jessy: Can't you say it straight out!?

[Jessy turns to Tia.]

Jessy: Hi. I'm Jessy, Guy's girlfriend.

Tia: Why, that's wonderful! Nice to meet you.

Jessy: Same here.

Maxim: Sir Guy's girl, huh?

Guy: What do you mean? Can't I have a girlfriend?

Maxim: Oh, sure. I didn't mean anything by it.

[Guy turns to Jessy.]

Guy: So, Jessy. What did you mean when you asked if I wanted to go...?

Jessy: You want to go, too, right? It was written all over your face.

Guy: Well... but, I..

Jessy: If it's Hilda holding you back, don't worry. I'll take care of her.

Guy: I would feel better if you were by her side. But, you and I...

Jessy: Oh, I'll miss you for sure. But you have to do what you have to do. You see... (...when it's all over, you'll come back to me, right?)

Guy: (You know I will.)

Hilda: Go, then. It's ok, Guy. If you can help, I'm happy for you.

Guy: Oh, Jessy.

Tia: They're so close they can trust in each other and wait it out. Now that's true love.

Maxim: (That's because one follows the other's lead, sort of supports...)

Tia: Maxim! What on earth are you thinking?

Maxim: Oh! Uh... nothing, nothing at all.

Tia: Well, I should tell you I'm not a waiting around type of woman.

Guy: Maxim! I can go! I want to meet that super being. You'll let me in, right?

Maxim: You sure about this? I mean, it's a very dangerous journey.

Guy: Dangerous journey? Is that all you can tempt me with?

Maxim: Sir Guy...

Guy: You have to drop this Sir stuff. I mean, I'm part of the team now. We're equals, ok?

Maxim: I understand.

Guy: No, no. You don't have to be so prim and proper. I mean, you can say, like, "Got it."

Maxim: Got it. Ok, then, let's get going, Guy!

Guy: Let's do it, Maxim! Outta here, Tia!

** Guy joins the party. **



Clamento, Rochy's House

Rochy: I'm Rochy, the richest man in this village. I understand you are warriors. Have you ever gone to the North Cave?

Maxim: No, but why do you ask?

Rochy: Rumor has it there's an apple-ahaped ruby there, but I can't get to it because of the monsters. I just have to have the Ruby Apple. If you happen to find it, would you sell it to me? Of course, I will pay whatever you ask. I'm not stingy, I just know how to use money.

Rochy's wife: Honey, that glass shop hasn't paid the rent yet. They're always late.

Rochy: What, again!? I told them one more delay and they're out.

Rochy's wife: What shall we do?

Rochy: Hmm, let's see... Oops. Sweetheart, don't bring up such things in front of our guests.

Rochy's wife: Why not? I don't see anything wrong with speaking the truth.

Rochy: H-ha, ha! Now isn't there something you should be doing out back, sweetness?

Rochy's wife: Alright, alright.

[Rochy's wife goes back to what she was doing.]

Rochy: Excuse me. How embarrassing! Ha! Ha! Ha!



Ruby Cave, Boss room

[Maxim, Guy, and Tia enter a room where the Ruby Apple sits on the floor.]

Tia: Maxim, look! The Ruby Apple!

[They run up around it. There is a flash of light and a tarantula appears.]

Tarantula: Ha, ha, ha! More idiots fooled by the ruby! Looks like my dinner has just arrived!!

[battle.]

Tia: Maxim, the ruby!

Maxim: Was it broken in that battle?

Guy: Wait a minute, Maxim. I thought ruby was a pretty strong gem. It can't be so easily broken!

Tia: What's going on?

Guy: I have no idea.



Ruby Cave, Back room

Jaffy: Good heavens! I was caught be a monster and trapped here. I was about to be eaten, too!

Maxim: Why did you come to such a dangerous place? You don't appear to be an explorer or anything.

Jaffy: I'm a glass craftsman. You see, I can't make a living just by making glass crafts. I really needed money during my trip and heard there was an enormous treasure in this cave. So I came here. But as you can see, I got caught. I guess I'm not cut out for treasure hunting. I'd love to give you something for saving me, but I have only this. Will you accept it?

[Jaffy holds up the Ruby Apple.]

Maxim: Tha... that is...!?

Jaffy: I found this lovely red glass during my trip. So I made this out of it just for fun. I made two and sold one in the city. You seem to know about this.

Tia: You're kidding. Wait a second.

[Tia goes back into the previous room and comes back with the Ruby Apple shards.]

Jaffy: This, this is the glass apple that I made. But why is this here?

Tia: This is the treasure you were talking about. The Ruby Apple!

Jaffy: What!? Wait a minute. This is just glass, not ruby.

Tia: When was it you sold that glass apple?

Jaffy: At the start of my journey, a long time ago.

Guy: I don't know how this apple got here, but it became THE treasure talk of the town.

Tia: How's that possible? Jaffy, who did you sell this glass apple to?

Jaffy: To a rich guy in Narcysus. He treated me great when I told him I ran the glass shop in Clamento. I've known other rich people, but this guy was really nice, not like Rochy.

Guy: In any case, we got the Ruby Apple. Let's go back and get the money from Rochy.

Tia: But this isn't a ruby, it's just glass.

Guy: Look at that apple closely. Can you tell the difference?

Maxim: That's right. We found the Ruby Apple in this cave. That's the truth.

Tia: Maxim! I never thought you would say such a thing.

Maxim: It's ok. If Rochy thinks it's a real ruby, then there's no problem, right? It he believes it's a real ruby, it means it's worth that much.

Guy: Yeah! I can't wait to hear what he says when he takes a look at this!

Maxim: Yeah. Alright, let's go back to Clamento.

Jaffy: I'll go back, too. Thanks for everything.

Tia: Can you go back by yourself alright?

Jaffy: Yes. And please take this apple.

** Gets the Ruby Apple. **

Jaffy: I'll go back to the village. Thanks.

[Jaffy leaves.]



Clamento, Rochy's House

Rochy: Oh, yes. This is it! The Ruby Apple! You did it! You found it! Thank you so much. This is to show my appreciation. Please, take it.

Tia: Oh my! Are you sure? This is a lot of money.

Rochy: Never mind, never mind. I don't hold back when it comes to quality! Ha! Ha! Ha! Also, I will talk to the keeper at the small shrine. You can pass anytime.

Tia: But that is...

Maxim: Tia. Well, we've got to go now.

[They leave.]



Clamento, Outside Rochy's House

Tia: Is that really ok, Maxim? That's a lot of money.

Maxim: It just tells us how good Jaffy's work is, that's all.

Tia: But...

Maxim: Don't worry about it. Let's go.

[They leave and go to Jaffy's shop.]



Clamento, Jaffy's Shop

Maxim: Hello, Jaffy!

[Jaffy runs over to them.]

Jaffy: Oh, it's you, Maxim.

Maxim: Yes. I wanted to give you this.

Jaffy: What? Money!?

Maxim: That's how much Rochy paid for your glass apple.

Jaffy: Bu... but I gave you that apple. I can't accept this.

Maxim: That's alright. This money belongs to you.

Jaffy: Bu... but...

Maxim: If it makes you feel better, why not sell me this? The money will cover it, right?

Jaffy: Maxim... Thank you so much.

Maxim: Don't mention it. Well, we've got to go now.



Clamento, Outside Jaffy's Shop

Tia: Maxim, you were planning to do this right from the start, weren't you?

Maxim: Well, yeah. By the way, here Tia. Take it.

Tia: You're giving it to me?

Maxim: Well, I can't wear it!

Tia: Thank you, Maxim. What a lovely thing to do!

[Tia hops off happily.]

Guy: Such a simple thing makes her so happy. She's like a little girl.

Maxim: Yeah. But I don't know if coming with me will make her happy.

Guy: Well... that's something she'll decide, isn't it?

Maxim: I guess. Hey, Tia. We're leaving soon.

Tia: I'm coming!

[Tia joins them again.]



Parcelyte City, Entrance

[A little green haired girl is standing there. Two red-haired boys run on either side of her.]

Red-haired boy 1: Hey Lemmy. Let me show you something interesting.

Red-haired boy 2: Look!

[Red-haired boy 2 tosses a snake in front of Lemmy.]

Lemmy: Eeeek! A snake!

[Lemmy jumps in fright.]

Red-haired boy 1: Ha, ha, ha! Look again! It's just a rope!

Red-haired boy 2: You're such a crybaby, Lemmy! Hee, hee, hee!

Lemmy: Whaa! Sniff, sniff!

[The boys run around her in circles. A green-haired woman runs up to them.]

Green-haired woman: Hey, you boys! You're supposed to be nice to girls!!

Red-haired boy 1: Oh no!! It's Selan!

Red-haired boy 2: Run!!

[The boys run away. Selan comforts Lemmy.]

Lemmy: Selan... Whaaa! Whaaa! Sniff, sniff!

Selan: Stop crying, Lemmy.

Lemmy: But... but...

Selan: Listen, Lemmy. It's not right for them to bully you, but girls shouldn't cry so easily either.

Lemmy: Why...? My daddy said boys shouldn't cry, but girls can.

Selan: Hey, listen. A woman's tears.. mean a lot more than a guy's.

Lemmy: ...a lot more?

Selan: That's right. So you shouldn't cry easily. Save your tears. Do you understand?

Lemmy: ...Well... no.

Selan: You will, when you grow older. I have to go back to the castle. Don't cry, ok!?

Lemmy: ...Alright.

[Selan leaves the town.]



Parcelyte Castle, Courtyard

[Selan is standing across from a red-haired man.]

Selan: Here I come!

Red-haired man: I'm ready, Commander!

[They fight for a few seconds before Selan knocks him into the wall.]

Selan: That's it? Is that all you can do? You really think you can protect the castle like that?

Red-haired man: Forgive me, Commander!

Selan: Well, you're improving. You'll have to keep practicing, that's all.

Red-haired man: You really think so, Commander? Thank you, I will!

Selan: Right, I think that's all of you. I'll be in my room. Call me if you need me.

Red-haired man: Yes, Commander!

[Selan goes into the castle.]

Guy: She's pretty good, huh! Don't you think so, Maxim?

Maxim: What? Well, yeah... I guess.

Guy: Her skill is one thing, but the way she looks--whew! You don't see such a pretty woman very often.

Maxim: I guess not.

Tia: Men! One look at a pretty face and you're jellied! And what's Jessy going to think, Guy?

Guy: Wait a minute, Tia! Don't be so cruel. You know I think you're much prettier, so please!

Tia: Too late, kiddo. I'm not going to buy that!

Maxim: Come on, Tia! That's enough.

Tia: What do you mean? You were the same. Your tongue was about to hit the ground.

Maxim: That's not true!

Tia: Well, alright. I guess I thought she was pretty, too.

Guy: I don't think I've ever seen such a strong woman.

Maxim: Yeah, me neither...



Parcelyte Castle, Throne Room

King: Oh, would you happen to be Sir Maxim!?

Maxim: Yes, I am Maxim. But how did you know my name, Your Majesty?

King: I heard from the King of Alunze that you had recaptured the stolen crown. I heard that you had gone on a journey. I hoped you'd visit my country, too. Welcome. Knowing your skills, I have a favor to ask. Will you accept?

Maxim: Yes./No.

No.

	King: I see. That's too bad...

Yes.

King: You will? Excellent! It's rumored that the Treasure Sword is hidden in a fortress up north. The problem is that monsters live there, so no one can get it. With your ability, I believe you could defeat the monsters and find the sword. Of course, I will reward you for your efforts, should you succeed. Do you accept?

Maxim: Yes./No.

No.

	King: I see. Well, I understand. I apologize for asking you to carry out such a task.

Yes.

King: Excellent! Wait for a moment. Oh... Zepel!

[A blond man walks before the king.]

Zepel: Yes, Your Majesty.

King: Bring Selan here.

Zepel: Yes, Your Majesty.

[Zepel fetches Selan.]

Selan: Your Majesty.

King: Selan. I'd like you to go with Maxim to the Forth Fortress.

Selan: The North Fortress? Is it about the Treasure Sword, if I may ask?

King: Yes.

Selan: If I may. My troops and I can find the sword. I don't believe we need the help of a traveler.

King: Listen, Selan. I know you are a strong warrior. But because of this, you tend to act on your own. Remember, people must help each other. Two heads are always better. Understand this on your journey.

[This next line is shown to said by Selan, but it is obviously supposed to be the king.]

King: I'll only say it one more time. I order you to search for the sword with Maxim.

Selan: Bu... but, Your Majesty!

King: Do you dare disobey me?

Selan: No, Your Majesty! I will go with Maxim and pursue my mission!

King: As you see, Maxim, Selan will go with you. Any problems with that? You may lead the party.

Maxim: I don't have any problems with that, Your Majesty.

King: Very well! Selan, this is a great chance to experience being under another's command. Well then, I wish you all the luck in the world!

[Selan leaves and the others shortly follow.]



Parcelyte Castle, Room before Throne Room

Selan: You're Maxim, right?

Maxim: Yes.

Selan: How about the others?

Maxim: This is Guy. We met in Tanbel and have been traveling together since. And this is Tia.

Tia: Hi. Nice to meet you!

Selan: Maxim. Let me just say one thing. I haven't accepted you yet. The King ordered me to follow your lead, so I will. But that's all you can count on.

Maxim: You're pretty straightforward, aren't you?

Selan: I intend no offense but, yes, I tend to speak my mind.

Maxim: Well, that's alright. I know you don't like this situation. But what can I do to gain your trust?

Selan: Strength is not the answer, I can tell you that.

Maxim: Hmm, tough, huh!?

Selan: ......

Guy: Hey, that's enough! Selan, right? Welcome to the party! We'll find the sword together.

Selan: Of course. That's my mission.

Guy: Mission, huh? That sounds awfully serious. But anyway, good to have you on board.

** Selan joins the party. **



Treasure Sword Shrine, Boss Room

[The room is empty until Maxim tries to go through the door into the next room. There are two flashes and two clowns appear; a blue clown and a pink clown.]

Blue Clown: I'm not going to let you go any further!

[Maxim approaches a Clown.]

Clown: I wonder if you can really defeat me?

[battle. (The Blue Clown's name is Pierre. The Pink Clown's name is Daniele.)]