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Aranyaka: Part II
Dream Nursery
Quest List
The World of AranaraFor A Better ReunionFestival UtsavaChildren of the ForestTaste of HappinessDelicious RiddleGarden FairiesRishboland Tiger, RoaaarThe Rhythm that Leads to the Gloomy PathThe Rhythm that Nurtures the SproutThe Rhythm that Reveals the Beastly TrailEncounter in the WoodsSprouting Seedlings
Finally, you meet the mysterious Aranara again. According to Arana, you need to visit Vanarana and find Bija to help Rana. Moreover, you have to play the Rhythm of the Great Dream before getting to the world of Aranara. Head back to Vimara Village, and ask Amadhiah if he has any instrument that you can borrow.
Arayash:
Golden Nara...
Araja:
Whoa, a Nara... I haven't seen one in so long. So tall and golden, just like she said. Welcome to Vanarana.
Arama:
Yes, Nara Traveler and Paimon. They're amazing! They're not even scared of Vanagni.
Araja:
Whoa! Amazing! Nara who used Arana's tune to get into Vanarana are definitely good Nara whom Arana trusts.
Paimon:
That's strange. How do all of you know that it was Arana who guided us here?
Araja:
Every Aranara has their own tune, and every tune is different. That's how we know who's home.
Araja:
Arana has been making friends with Nara in Avidya Forest and Ardravi Valley, so I haven't seen her for a long time. We heard her tune and thought that it was her. We were very happy.
Araja:
But it was a Nara who entered Vanarana, and it scared us all. So I asked for Arama's help to tell everyone that Nara Traveler is a good Nara.
Paimon:
Oh, Paimon gets it now! But according to Arama, the problems we solved were outside the dream. Was that even helpful? Helpful to Ma... Mahavana...
Paimon:
Ugh! Aranara names are so difficult!
Arama:
The Vanarana in dreams is a shadow of the Vanarana outside. So, things will get better here now that you have dealt with the problems outside. Thank you.
Paimon:
Oooh... *cough* Let's get down to business! Traveler, about Rana...
Traveler:
We need a Bija.
Paimon:
We need a Bija to help a very important friend of Arana... She's a very important friend of ours too...
You tell both people... well, both Aranara, the reason for your request...
Araja:
Bija... The last time I prepared a Bija was a long time ago. I heard the Golden Nara and Aramuhukunda were still here then.
Araja:
I had so many stories and so many dreams then. It was so long ago...
Paimon:
(Looks like Araja is about to start telling a story!)
Traveler:
(Let's see what Araja says.)
Araja:
Those stories aren't my memories anymore, and I shouldn't be the one to tell them. Let's put our focus back on the Bija.
Paimon:
Rana has been seriously harmed by Marana. She needs a Bija as soon as possible...
Arama:
Arana is a very, very old Aranara whose Ararakalari is very, very powerful! So, Narana's condition won't worsen. As for the Bija...
Araja:
You're right, Narana's condition will be stable with Arana there. However, don't forget that Nara are not trees. They have less time, and it's easier for them to get hurt.
Arama:
Right! Since Nara Traveler and Paimon are friends with Arana, and they all have the same wish, we should help them.
Traveler:
We'll leave it to you.
Araja:
We'll do our best, but we also need Nara Traveler and Paimon's help to form a Bija...
Araja:
We are going to hold Festival Utsava, but many Aranara are still lingering in the forest. Now that you have the scent of Vanarana, you'll be able to approach them. Tell them it's time to return.
Traveler:
Can we really relax like this...
Paimon:
Araja, you mentioned that Nara don't have much time, so shouldn't we get a Bija as soon as possible?
Arama:
Nara Traveler, Paimon. According to the stories of the Bija, in order to form a Bija that's healthy, strong, and filled with energy, a Festival Utsava is absolutely necessary.
Arama:
Regardless of the sorrow we carry, energy for the Bija can only be accumulated if the Nara friends of Aranara and the Aranara friends of Nara celebrate Festival Utsava together.
Paimon:
Alright... It's not very convincing, but just like how unbelievable Ararakalari is, maybe it's an Ara-ceremony or Ara-festival.
Arama:
Ah! If we're going to celebrate Festival Utsava, we must get everyone back. A little while ago, Arapandu and some others went to Apam Woods. Besides that, Aranakin and some others should be around Gandha Hill...
Araja:
Everyone, I'm sure you're not afraid of Nara Traveler and Paimon anymore, so why don't you try becoming friends? I had a Nara friend once, and those memories are still very dear to me.
Araja:
Besides that, you must get a few Vasoma Fruits from the Vasara Trees in Ashvattha's Concourses. Three of them should be enough.
Paimon:
Ashvattha... Vasara Tree... Vasoma...
Araja:
But I haven't been able to leave the dream for a long time, and I don't remember where Ashvattha's Concourses are. I'll leave the finding to Arama and Nara Traveler.
Arama:
An adventure with Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
An adventure with Arama!
Paimon:
Speaking of which, the incident in Vimara Village is also very concerning. Can we ask other Aranara to find out who's trying to harm the children there?
Araja:
Oh, my! It sounds like something only "Marana's Avatar" is capable of. They aren't stopping with Aranara and are even harming little Nara...
Arama:
If it's around Vimara Village, I did see Ararycan near Devantaka Mountain a few suns and moons ago. He was investigating something bad.
Arama:
It may be linked to the bad Nara that Nara Traveler and Paimon are looking for!
Paimon:
Ah, that's right. Aranara are very elusive, so they may have seen something suspicious! Besides that, we have many other questions...
Traveler:
About the Vasoma Fruit...
Arama:
The Vasoma Fruit is a fruit filled with dreams and energy! It isn't as powerful as the Bija, but it's amazing too.
Araja:
A Bija can be formed by feeding a Vasoma Fruit to the Ashvattha Tree. It's a great tree planted by the Lord of Verdure, and it's the origin of Aranara.
Paimon:
Yeah, it really caught Paimon's attention just now because Iotham mentioned something similar too...
Araja:
It's a story from very long ago...
Araja:
A long time ago, Aranara walked the earth and made friends with Nara and all living creatures. There was no Marana then. Until a disaster that occurred many, many moons ago...
Araja:
Many returned to Sarva, and the Marana's rampage through the earth began. Once the forest recovered its vitality, the Aranara hid the real Vanarana in a dream to protect themselves.
Paimon:
Hmm... So that's when Marana came into existence?
Araja:
The forest didn't know death, until a day came when the trees realized that withered flowers and dead animals covered the earth.
Araja:
On the same day, the earth remembered the dark, poisonous blood it had once devoured, or was about to devour. The rivers thought of the descent of the sun, evaporating all water and leaving a red world behind.
Araja:
They realized that all things would meet their end, and so, Marana was born. It is the name of death, and those who know it shall die.
Araja:
Marana urges everything towards death. As for the tall, dark, and warped beings, they are the avatars chosen by Marana, the heralds of death.
Paimon:
So that's why Iotham was afraid of the Fatui... They are tall, and they wear black...
Araja:
Of course. In my stories, Marana's Avatar takes many forms. Sometimes beasts, sometimes birds, sometimes Nara, sometimes blight...
Araja:
But stories are just stories, and they aren't my memories.
Paimon:
Hmm... Let Paimon think for a moment. Traveler. There's so much for us to do.
Paimon:
We must find Ashvattha to... get a va-something? Then go to Devantaka Mountain to look for Ara... Ararycan? Is that right? Then we have to find Arapandu in Apam Woods and Aranakin in Gandha Hill...
Paimon:
Argh! Ugh! Aranara names are so difficult!
Arama:
Nara Traveler and Paimon, this is for you.
Arama:
I've been observing. Nara must use this to remember. Otherwise, Nara memories will get messed up and won't be able to form a story.
Paimon:
Is that... an old notebook?
Araja:
Oh, it belonged to Nara Varuna... Maybe it's destiny that it's going to another Golden Nara like Nara Traveler.
Araja:
She called it the Aranyaka because it's the stories of her adventures in the forest with us Aranara. But those stories are lost.
Araja:
Nara Traveler, I hope it'll be of help to you. I'm really looking forward to Festival Utsava.
Paimon:
But... Do we really have to sing? What if it attracts a Whopperflower?
Traveler:
Well... I think using a musical instrument works too.
Paimon:
Hmm, it's worth a try. Let's return to Vimara Village and see if Grandpa Amadhiah has one!
Paimon:
Grandpa Amadhiah...
Amadhiah:
Oh, Rana's friends... Unfortunately, Rana should be patrolling the forest today.
Paimon:
(Let's keep it from him...)
Paimon:
Yeah, we know! We're here to ask if you have a musical instrument that you can lend us.
Amadhiah:
A musical instrument... Give me a minute, I will go get it.
Amadhiah fetches an old musical instrument from inside.
Paimon:
It looks like... a Mondstadt-style instrument! Grandpa Amadhiah, can you lend it to us?
Amadhiah:
A very, very long time ago... I met a bard in the forest. She gave me this lyre as a keepsake.
Amadhiah:
"Dreams of the garden, memories of the forest... The pomegranate sings, the apples clap..."
Amadhiah:
What a beautiful tune...
Amadhiah:
I'll lend it to you. Use it to light up the darkness in the forest, and perhaps it'll reach her ears...
Traveler:
We'll take good care of it.
Paimon:
Yeah! We'll return it to you, Grandpa Amadhiah! Thanks!
Paimon:
This place is like a village...
Paimon:
Traveler, do you remember the small stone houses we saw while camping with Rana?
Paimon:
Those small round houses we saw.
Paimon:
They're all over this place. It's like a kingdom for little people...
Paimon:
If this is the "Vanarana" that Arana told us about, it should be the home of the Aranara...
Traveler:
But there's no one here.
Paimon:
Hmm... Are they hiding from us?
Traveler:
Maybe Arana's tune will do the trick...
Paimon:
Oh, right! Just like she said...
Paimon:
Was it the Rhythm of the Great Dream? Paimon thinks so... "Enter our dreams, our world."
Traveler:
*cough* I'll start now...
Paimon:
Hmm... What if singing attracts a Whopperflower? Let's just play the musical instrument instead!
Paimon:
Oh! Paimon can't wait, for both Traveler's performance and the world of Aranara.
Arakara:
Will need happy Viparyas, but Aranakula hasn't returned yet. Um...
Paimon:
Oh, an Aranara...
???:
Eek! Don't capture me, I'll give Nara "tracer"...
Paimon:
What's a "tracer"? Anyway, we won't capture you! Don't be afraid!
Paimon:
This is Paimon, and he is Traveler. We're good Nara! What's your name?
???:
Oh... You're good Nara, great. Hmm, it was Arana who taught you that tune, right?
Arama:
I'm Arama. Arana may trust both of you, but everyone here is very scared seeing Nara in Vanarana.
Arama:
I was afraid. But the Golden Nara has been to many places. The tiny dandelions and spores with you are all saying that you are a very, very good Nara.
Paimon:
Whoa, Aranara can communicate with plants, even spores?
Arama:
Nara Traveler understands, Paimon is wrong. If you say that loudly in the forest, plants will be sad, and spores will be angry and might even turn into Fungi.
Paimon:
Ugh! Let's not fuss over the details, shall we?
Paimon:
Anyway, is this Vanarana? It feels so similar to the place where we found the treasure, but it is slightly different. It does have a huge rock house, but...
Traveler:
Feeling a little disappointed?
Paimon:
It isn't what Paimon expected! Paimon thought Vanarana would be a lively Aranara village where everyone would be dancing Aranara dances, eating Aranara food, completing Aranara commissions...
Traveler:
And an Aranara Katheryne?
Paimon:
...Paimon's thoughts didn't run that wild!
Arama:
?
Arama:
Everyone's in Vanarana, but because everyone's afraid, we still can't let both of you inside, even if Nara Traveler is golden.
Traveler:
Golden...?
Paimon:
What about silver? Is silver bad?
Arama:
Silver, just like the moon. Very good, very good.
Paimon:
Hee-hee... So here isn't Vanarana?
Arama:
This isn't Vanarana. Ah, actually... This is Vanarana, but not the real Vanarana.
Traveler:
So is it Vanarana or not...
Arama:
If you help Aranara, everyone won't be afraid, and you can enter the real Vanarana. Come with me, help Aranara and get the "tracer."
Paimon:
Paimon gets it now! You mean "treasure"! Sure, we'll help you!
Aramani:
What's the expression in Nara language... "Honest price," no? I don't understand, totally don't understand.
Arama:
Look, Vanagni! Be careful... Even if you talk to them, their only response is rage and shooting flames.
Paimon:
...What? It's just a Whopperflower!
Arama:
It's very dangerous! Very dangerous! Let's leave before the Vanagni notices us!
Paimon:
...You aren't really afraid of a Whopperflower, right?
Paimon:
Anyway, don't worry, Arama. We'll help! Right, Traveler?
Traveler:
Alright...
Arama:
Oh, be careful, Nara Traveler.
Arakanta:
There is no doubt that Arakanta is the fastest Aranara. Arakanta, as fast as the Rishboland Tiger.
Arakanta:
If I could run on the back of the Rishboland Tiger...
Paimon:
Alright, we've helped! So where's the treasure, Arama?
Arama:
Isn't "treasure" the incantation to make Nara help?
Paimon:
Why isn't Paimon surprised at all?
Paimon:
Did you really think Arama prepared treasure for us?
Paimon:
Anyway, how did you learn to use the word "treasure" like that, Arama?
Arama:
I've observed Nara, and I noticed that they become very good and very willing to help other Nara once they hear the word "treasure."
Traveler:
Some Nara become bad for treasures.
Arama:
Hmm, I see. I've learned a lot. Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Arama:
You're amazing! You're good Nara who help Aranara. Now, no one will be afraid to let you enter Vanarana.
Arama:
You can enter Vanarana by playing Arana's tune in front of "Silapna."
Aranaga:
The Yajna Grass... Must get it.
Aralila:
Aranishat, you should admit defeat. Don't be like a stubborn twig that refuses to bend against strong gusts. You will break just like it.
Aranishat:
Aralila, let's have another match after the moon sinks and the sun rises again!
Paimon:
Oh? This is Vanarana... So many Aranara...
Paimon:
Ooh, Paimon gets it! It feels completely different!
Paimon:
Since we've arrived in Vanarana, it's time to get a Bija and help Rana.
Arama:
Bija? I've heard the stories about it.
Arama:
Anyway, this is the real Vanarana, or to be more precise, it's "Mahavanaranapna"...
Paimon:
Wh—What a long name! And there are so many "a's"!
Arama:
Yes, but we usually don't use its full name because it's too long. If explained in Nara language...
Arama:
Ah, I know. It's "the Aranara Forest of Dreams".
Paimon:
"Dreams"... So you're saying...
Traveler:
That the Vanarana we just saw exists in reality?
Arama:
Hmm, it's a story from very, very long ago. I wasn't even a seed then, I was still in a slumber in Sarva. But after Vanarana was destroyed once, we started living in this dream.
Paimon:
Huh, interesting past...
Arama:
It's very scary! I heard even the sky turned black. Trees swayed like grass on a field under strong winds, and they fell to the ground. And then very, very scary monsters were everywhere.
Arama:
Luckily, they are all stories, not memories. Anyway, if you wish to leave Vanarana's dream, sing the Rhythm of the Great Dream in front of Silapna, and it's the same to return here.
Arama:
Come with me. Araja will find a way to get you a Bija.
Paimon:
Oh? This is Vanarana... So many Aranara...
Paimon:
Ooh, Paimon gets it! It feels completely different!
Paimon:
Since we've arrived in Vanarana, it's time to get a Bija and help Rana.
Arama:
Bija? I see.
Arama:
Anyway, this is the real Vanarana, or to be more precise, it's "Mahavanaranapna"...
Paimon:
Wh-What a long name! And there are so many "a's"!
Arama:
...But we usually don't use its full name because it's too long. If explained in Nara's language... Ah, I know. It's "Vanarana of Great Dreams".
Paimon:
"Dreams"... Speaking of which, we met an Aranara where the researcher was, and Traveler seems to have had a dream...
Traveler:
So the Vanarana we just saw exists in reality?
Arama:
Hmm, it's a story from very, very long ago. I wasn't even a seed then, I was still in a slumber in Sarva. But after Vanarana was destroyed once, we started living in this dream.
Paimon:
Huh, interesting past...
Arama:
It's very scary! I heard even the sky turned black. Trees swayed like grass on a field under strong winds, and they fell to the ground. And then very, very scary monsters were everywhere.
Arama:
Luckily, they are all stories, not memories. Anyway, if you wish to leave Vanarana's dream, sing the Rhythm of the Great Dream in front of Silapna, and it's the same to return here.
Arama:
Come with me. Araja will find a way to get you a Bija.
Araja:
Whoa, a Nara... I haven't seen one in so long. So tall and golden, just like she said. Welcome to Vanarana.
Arama:
Yes, Nara Traveler and Paimon. They're amazing! They're not even scared of Vanagni.
Araja:
Whoa! Amazing! Nara who used Arana's tune to get into Vanarana are definitely good Nara whom Arana trusts.
Paimon:
That's strange. How do all of you know that it was Arana who guided us here?
Araja:
Every Aranara has their own tune, and every tune is different. That's how we know who's home.
Araja:
Arana has been making friends with Nara in Avidya Forest and Ardravi Valley, so I haven't seen her for a long time. We heard her tune and thought that it was her. We were very happy.
Araja:
But it was a Nara who entered Vanarana, and it scared us all. So I asked for Arama's help to tell everyone that Nara Traveler is a good Nara.
Paimon:
Oh, Paimon gets it now! But according to Arama, the problems we solved were outside the dream. Was that even helpful? Helpful to Ma... Mahavana...
Paimon:
Ugh! Aranara names are so difficult!
Arama:
The Vanarana in dreams is a shadow of the Vanarana outside. So, things will get better here now that you have dealt with the problems outside. Thank you.
Paimon:
Oooh... *cough* Let's get down to business! Traveler, about Rana...
Traveler:
We need a Bija.
Paimon:
We need a Bija to help a very important friend of Arana... She's a very important friend of ours too...
You tell both people... well, both Aranara, the reason for your request...
Araja:
Bija... The last time I prepared a Bija was a long time ago. I heard the Golden Nara and Aramuhukunda were still here then.
Araja:
I had so many stories and so many dreams then. It was so long ago...
Paimon:
(Looks like Araja is about to start telling a story!)
Traveler:
(Let's see what Araja says.)
Araja:
Those stories aren't my memories anymore, and I shouldn't be the one to tell them. Let's put our focus back on the Bija.
Paimon:
Rana has been seriously harmed by Marana. She needs a Bija as soon as possible...
Arama:
Arana is a very, very old Aranara whose Ararakalari is very, very powerful! So, Narana's condition won't worsen. As for the Bija...
Araja:
You're right, Narana's condition will be stable with Arana there. However, don't forget that Nara are not trees. They have less time, and it's easier for them to get hurt.
Arama:
Right! Since Nara Traveler and Paimon are friends with Arana, and they all have the same wish, we should help them.
Traveler:
We'll leave it to you.
Araja:
We'll do our best, but we also need Nara Traveler and Paimon's help to form a Bija...
Araja:
We are going to hold Festival Utsava, but many Aranara are still lingering in the forest. Now that you have the scent of Vanarana, you'll be able to approach them. Tell them it's time to return.
Traveler:
Can we really relax like this...
Paimon:
Araja, you mentioned that Nara don't have much time, so shouldn't we get a Bija as soon as possible?
Arama:
Nara Traveler, Paimon. According to the stories of the Bija, in order to form a Bija that's healthy, strong, and filled with energy, a Festival Utsava is absolutely necessary.
Arama:
Regardless of the sorrow we carry, energy for the Bija can only be accumulated if the Nara friends of Aranara and the Aranara friends of Nara celebrate Festival Utsava together.
Paimon:
Alright... It's not very convincing, but just like how unbelievable Ararakalari is, maybe it's an Ara-ceremony or Ara-festival.
Arama:
Ah! If we're going to celebrate Festival Utsava, we must get everyone back. A little while ago, Arapandu and some others went to Apam Woods. Besides that, Aranakin and some others should be around Gandha Hill...
Araja:
Everyone, I'm sure you're not afraid of Nara Traveler and Paimon anymore, so why don't you try becoming friends? I had a Nara friend once, and those memories are still very dear to me.
Araja:
Besides that, you must get a few Vasoma Fruits from the Vasara Trees in Ashvattha's Concourses. Three of them should be enough.
Paimon:
Ashvattha... Vasara Tree... Vasoma...
Araja:
But I haven't been able to leave the dream for a long time, and I don't remember where Ashvattha's Concourses are. I'll leave the finding to Arama and Nara Traveler.
Arama:
An adventure with Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
An adventure with Arama!
Paimon:
Speaking of which, the incident in Vimara Village is also very concerning. Can we ask other Aranara to find out who's trying to harm the children there?
Araja:
Oh, my! It sounds like something only "Marana's Avatar" is capable of. They aren't stopping with Aranara and are even harming little Nara...
Arama:
If it's around Vimara Village, I did see Ararycan near Devantaka Mountain a few suns and moons ago. He was investigating something bad.
Arama:
It may be linked to the bad Nara that Nara Traveler and Paimon are looking for!
Paimon:
Ah, that's right. Aranara are very elusive, so they may have seen something suspicious! Besides that, we have many other questions...
Traveler:
About the Vasoma Fruit...
Arama:
The Vasoma Fruit is a fruit filled with dreams and energy! It isn't as powerful as the Bija, but it's amazing too.
Araja:
A Bija can be formed by feeding a Vasoma Fruit to the Ashvattha Tree. It's a great tree planted by Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, and it's the origin of Aranara.
Paimon:
Yeah, it really caught Paimon's attention just now because Iotham mentioned something similar too...
Araja:
It's a story from very long ago...
Araja:
A long time ago, Aranara walked the earth and made friends with Nara and all living creatures. There was no Marana then. Until a disaster that occurred many, many moons ago...
Araja:
Greater Lord Rukkhadevata returned to Sarva, and Marana's rampage through the earth began. Once the forest recovered its vitality, the Aranara hid the real Vanarana in a dream to protect themselves.
Paimon:
Hmm... So that's when Marana came into existence?
Araja:
The forest didn't know death, until a day came when the trees realized that withered flowers and dead animals covered the earth.
Araja:
On the same day, the earth remembered the dark, poisonous blood it had once devoured, or was about to devour. The rivers thought of the descent of the sun, evaporating all water and leaving a red world behind.
Araja:
They realized that all things would meet their end, and so, Marana was born. It is the name of death, and those who know it shall die.
Araja:
Marana urges everything towards death. As for the tall, dark, and warped beings, they are the avatars chosen by Marana, the heralds of death.
Paimon:
So that's why Iotham was afraid of the Fatui... They are tall, and they wear black...
Araja:
Of course. In my stories, Marana's Avatar takes many forms. Sometimes beasts, sometimes birds, sometimes Nara, sometimes blight...
Araja:
But stories are just stories, and they aren't my memories.
Paimon:
Hmm... Let Paimon think for a moment. Traveler. There's so much for us to do.
Paimon:
We must find Ashvattha to... get a va-something? Then go to Devantaka Mountain to look for Ara... Ararycan? Is that right? Then we have to find Arapandu in Apam Woods and Aranakin in Gandha Hill...
Paimon:
Argh! Ugh! Aranara names are so difficult!
Arama:
Nara Traveler and Paimon, this is for you.
Arama:
I've been observing. Nara must use this to remember. Otherwise, Nara memories will get messed up and won't be able to form a story.
Paimon:
Is that... an old notebook?
Araja:
Oh, it belonged to Nara Varuna... Maybe it's destiny that it's going to another Golden Nara like Nara Traveler.
Araja:
She called it the Aranyaka because it's the stories of her adventures in the forest with us Aranara. But those stories are lost.
Araja:
Nara Traveler, I hope it'll be of help to you. I'm really looking forward to Festival Utsava.
Araesha:
The unseen and uncatchable that slips past the moon's gaze and encourages the growth of sprouts... This is so simple that any Aranara can immediately get the answer... I need another riddle.
Arakavi:
Ah, Arama, you bring a Nara with you... Looks like my guess is correct.
Arapacati:
Is my brothers' cooking training going smoothly?
Aravinay:
Staffs are like trees, each with distinct disposition...
Araprabhu:
Training on Ararakalari... Mustn't slack off!
Araprabhu:
A Nara. A lost Nara?
After all the adventures with the Aranara in the forest, we are getting closer to Bija... Right? Anyway, let's check on Rana first.
Arama:
Festival Utsava is almost ready to go. It just needs a bit more time!
Araja:
Yes, it's about to start soon all thanks to Nara Traveler and Paimon's help. I'm really looking forward to the festival...
Paimon:
Araja, Arama, we're back!
Arama:
So happy to see Nara Traveler and Paimon again!
Araja:
Oh, you're back! Everyone was talking about how a very tall, very powerful Nara named Traveler helped them out a lot. They were all very happy.
Paimon:
It's always nice to have someone help you out, right, Traveler?
Araja:
No, they're happy because they made new friends. Even if Aranakin, Aranaga, and Aragaru can't remember anymore, the forest will. The story will always live on.
Paimon:
Oh...
Arama:
Festival Utsava is almost ready to go. Can't wait!
Traveler:
I wonder how Rana's doing...?
Paimon:
You know, we should go check on Rana, Traveler. Maybe she's better now! If so, we can bring her here!
Traveler:
You're right.
Arama:
I'll go see Arana too, in a while. You guys go ahead!
Arama:
See you later, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Rana seems...
Paimon:
Paimon wants to say she's having a sweet dream, but that doesn't sound right...
Rana:
(A blurry image appears in the "bubble" that envelopes Rana.)
Traveler:
(You are enthralled by the image.)
You are in a forest, where everything looks massive and serene. You feel very comfortable here.
Rays of sunshine peek through the sparkling gold leaves, with grass as tall as you swaying quietly all around, gently caressing your hand as you walk by.
You hear the sound of distressed crying amid the musical melody of the wind blowing through the trees and flowing water. Following the sound, you find a small girl.
She looks like she has worn herself out from crying and fallen asleep in the meadow. You walk up to her and softly sing a song that can calm all beings...
Paimon:
...Hey! What's going on, Traveler?
Paimon:
Paimon's glad you're okay... Paimon was so worried... You looked like you were going to pass out...
Arana:
Nara Traveler! You're all here!
Paimon:
Whoa, you freaked Paimon out!
Arana:
Whoa!
Paimon:
Geez, you Aranara! Why are you always spooking people like that!
Arana:
You said "Whoa" first, White Floaty!
Paimon:
It's Paimon, not White Floaty!
Arana:
Arana was in the ground to preserve Ararakalari powers. This way, Narana won't wither. But Bija, still needed, for her to be strong again.
Paimon:
Okay, Paimon got it. By the way, what just happened to Traveler?
Traveler:
(Explain the vision you saw.)
Arana:
That should be Arana's memory.
Paimon:
Memory?
Arana:
Oh, let Arana explain. Memories and dreams are Aranara's power, their most precious things. With memories and dreams, Aranara can use Ararakalari to help Nara and Aranara in need of help.
Arana:
Some Nara can sense the memories in Ararakalari. Nara Traveler is one of them.
Paimon:
Sounds like Ararakalari is something very important! It was you who used Ararakalari to protect Iotham in that cave, right?
Arana:
Yes, it was Arana. Nara Iotham, Nara Kavus, and Nara Sudabeh are all friends, so Arana protected them.
Arana:
We hang out in the forest a lot, so Arana taught them things about the forests and language of the plants. They're very good friends, just like Narana.
Traveler:
About the missing kids...
Paimon:
Right! Before Iotham, Kavus and Sudabeh went missing too, but they were brought back to the village later. Was that also you?
Arana:
Yes. Arana noticed some bad Nara and Nara Valuka taking them, so Arana helped Nara Kavus and Nara Sudabeh run back when the bad Nara weren't looking.
Traveler:
I see...
Paimon:
But why couldn't they remember anything?
Arana:
Arana made little Nara sleep and dream, then removed the bad stuff in their dreams. So when they grow, just like saplings growing into big trees, they won't become bad.
Arana:
Otherwise, little Nara would be afraid. If always afraid, they would believe in the power of "fear," and grow up to be scary bad Nara.
Arana:
They're Arana's friends, so Arana didn't want them to become bad Nara.
Traveler:
That makes sense.
Paimon:
They'll grow up to be somebody great! Speaking of which, do you have any clue on the bad Nara trying to take them away?
Arana:
Arana would never forgive them. The bad Nara aren't children of the forest. They bring a group of bad Nara Valuka with them.
Arana:
There is a strange Nara in Vimara Village. He's not a child of the forest, but a child of snow. He looks like a good Nara.
Arana:
He often hangs around the little Nara and they talk about him too. That's why Arana thinks he's good. But Arana has also seen him talking to the bad Nara about Aranara.
Paimon:
In Vimara Village...
Traveler:
Is he with the Fatui?
Paimon:
How could this be?
Paimon:
Ah... Paimon doesn't even wanna think about it. People in Vimara Village should treat each other like family... Not to mention that it was that person who caused Rana to become like this...
Traveler:
We must go get the bad guy.
Paimon:
Right. We'll get that person no matter what.
Arana:
Promise me, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Paimon:
?
Arana:
Promise that you'll punish that bad Nara, so Nara Iotham, Nara Kavus, and Nara Sudabeh will not be afraid. So that they will grow up like tree sprouts into big, healthy Nara.
Traveler:
Alright.
Arana:
Narana is all grown up now, so she can't see Arana anymore. But that's okay. Arana is happy knowing she's fine.
Arana:
I haven't played with Narana for a long time. Many suns have risen and set, and many moons have appeared in the sky. Many fruits grew, then returned to the land.
Arana:
Narana grew taller and taller. She was first about Arana's height, and then the size of a small tree. That was when she stopped playing with Arana.
Arana:
Arana told her many stories about the forest. Starshrooms are the reflection of stars from the sky. Seeing the Nilotpala Lotus bloom means you'll be lucky until the next moonrise.
Arana:
Arana will teach Nara Iotham and his friends the same. Arana hopes they will grow up fine like Narana. Oh, but they should not ever run into Marana like Rana did!
Paimon:
Will they forget the encounters when they grow up, just like Rana?
Arana:
Nara Iotham, Nara Kavus, and Nara Sudabeh will also grow up. It's okay if they forget, because in the end, the forest will remember. Nothing will be lost.
Paimon:
...
Arana:
The forest will remember. No good thing ever fades away. All pains will become the nourishment of something beautiful...
Arama:
Arana! Nara Traveler! Paimon!
Arana:
Arama! Arana hasn't seen you for quite a while!
Traveler:
Where's the "Whoa," Paimon?
Paimon:
Come on, Paimon doesn't freak out that easy!
Paimon:
Are you coming to get us to celebrate Festival Utsava at Vanarana?
Arama:
Yes! It's ready now, and everyone's waiting for Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Hooray! Festival Utsava! Arana, aren't you coming with us?
Arana:
Arana will not go. If Arana is away for too long, Ararakalari won't hold up and Narana will be in danger. So, no festival for Arana.
Paimon:
Ohh...
Arana:
It's okay, as long as Nara Traveler and Paimon are happy, so will Arana, Arama, and everyone at Vanarana.
Arama:
Yeah. The Bija needs you, Arana.
Arana:
Arana will be ready by then.
Arana:
Oh, this is for you, Nara Traveler.
Paimon:
A flower...?
Arana:
Yes. Please take good care of her.
Traveler:
I will keep it safe.
Arana:
Thank you, Nara Traveler.
Arama:
Let's get back then, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Arama:
Arama will go see Arana in a while, too. You guys go ahead! See you later, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Araja:
Festival Utsava which was once told of in my story... Will I be able to experience it again myself?
Paimon:
Araja, Arama, we're back!
Arama:
So happy to see Nara Traveler and Paimon again!
Araja:
Oh, you're back! Everyone was talking about how a very tall, very powerful Nara named Traveler helped them out a lot. They were all very happy.
Paimon:
It's always nice to have someone help you out, right, Traveler?
Araja:
No, they're happy because they made new friends. Even if Aranakin, Aranaga, and Aragaru can't remember anymore, the forest will. The story will always live on.
Paimon:
Oh...
Arama:
Festival Utsava is almost ready to go. It just needs a bit more time!
Araja:
Yes, it's about to start soon, all thanks to Nara Traveler and Paimon's help. I'm really looking forward to the festival...
Arama:
Let's get back to Vanarana!
Arana:
Enjoy Festival Utsava, Nara Traveler and Paimon! Everyone will be even more delighted if they see you having fun!
Traveler:
Let's go.
Arama:
See you later, Arana!
Arana:
See you later!
Traveler:
I still have some things I have to do...
Arama:
Sure! Let me know when you're ready!
You returned to Vanarana with Arama after parting with Arana and Rana. It's finally time for Festival Utsava.
Paimon:
We're back, Araja!
Araja:
Finally! Everyone's been waiting!
Arama:
Festival Utsava has started, but it's not in full swing yet since Nara friends didn't get back till now.
Paimon:
It's been a real grind adventuring like this huh. Let's just enjoy the festivities right now, Traveler!
Arama:
Yes, you must enjoy yourselves, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Araja:
Yes. I'll see you later.
Arakavi:
Hey, it's the Golden Nara! Perfect timing!
Arakavi:
Gold is a wonderful color, the same as sunshine. That's what I'd like to call you on this important occasion!
Arasudraka:
Regardless, your name shall be recorded in our songs. Nara Traveler is a good name, very lyrical!
Aradasa:
♪~
Arayasa:
"The boy whose eyes and soul are as golden as the sun, thy name is Nara Traveler."
Paimon:
Hey, what about Paimon? Don't forget Paimon now!
Arayasa:
"The pearl in moonlight, pure as silver, thy name is Paimon..."
Paimon:
Yes, Paimon wants to hear more! Maybe something that lauds our friendship too...
Traveler:
Back to the topic...
The Aranara disperse following the duet.
Paimon:
Wow, that was great! Your playing and the Aranara song were both awesome!
Arasudraka:
Yeah, Nara Traveler is awesome! I'd love to travel with you and remember your songs!
Arakavi:
Such a radiant melody. How exciting! Nara Traveler and Paimon, and your song... What an epic tale!
Traveler:
Not calling me "Golden Nara" anymore?
Arakavi:
I'm short on experience, but if the stories were true, the glow from Nara Varuna's song might have been dimmer than yours!
Aradasa:
♪~
Arakavi:
Aradasa is right. Please take these as tokens of our appreciation, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Paimon:
Whoa, this is a lot of flowers...
Arayasa:
"Even though the horizon is so gray, it's such a blessing to meet you..."
Aradasa:
"...Singing your song forever is the pact between you and me."
Traveler:
Thank you. I'll cherish your gift.
Aradasa:
♪~
Arakavi:
Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Paimon:
Paimon guesses that Festival Utsava is coming to an end...
Traveler:
And we're one step closer to getting the Bija.
Paimon:
We should ask Araja what to do next... Hey, where did Araja and Arama go?
Arakavi:
Oh, they went that way after the duet.
Traveler:
Let's go over there.
Arasudraka:
I do want to tell Nara Traveler that...
Arasudraka:
Arasudraka has learned why Nara Traveler entered Vanarana. Your and Arana's friend will be fine.
Arasudraka:
Also, no matter how dark the sky and land get, as long as your spirit emits warmth like a golden sun, there will always be hope.
Traveler:
I understand. Thank you.
Paimon:
Don't worry, Arasudraka! Traveler has always been like that!
Paimon:
We'll get going now. Farewell!
Arasudraka:
Farewell!
Aranishat:
Aralila, Nara have a incantation to find Nara in hiding. It goes like this: "Curry, curry in the air~ Hungry children it's time to come home~♪"
Aralila:
But what's curry?
Aranishat:
Oh, I don't know. But I heard little Nara will come when they hear this incantation! So, you can try it if you're looking for little Nara!
Araesha:
Festival Utsava will have Araesha's tasty riddles, which are also sweet and fragrant! I heard that Nara like sweet and fragrant things...
Araesha:
So you'll love this sweet and fragrant Festival Utsava, right, Nara?
Arakanta:
But I was still a teenager at the time. I'd been betrayed by those I trusted most, and I didn't think that more "moderate" ways would solve the problem.
Arakavi:
Oh? It's Nara Traveler! We learned many lost tunes thanks to you, Paimon, and Arama.
Arakavi:
You're well acquainted with the art of singing, right?
Arakavi:
Then please... What was the Nara phrase again? "Let me borrow your ears"... or something like that.
Traveler:
I think you meant "lend me your ears."
Arakavi:
Is that how it's supposed to be? Eh, anyway, let's meet again later!
Arayasa:
"Even if you cover her eyes in gloom, you can't take away the light from her heart..."
Aradasa:
♪~
Arasudraka:
You're back, Nara Traveler! A Festival Utsava with you is a tale fit for songs!
Araja:
Oh my, I'm so touched...
Arakavi:
Golden Nara, we shall sing together! Please take the lead!
Arasudraka:
May this song echo in Vanarana forever!
Arapacati:
Nara's "taste of happiness" is so strange... But since Nara is happy, Arapacati and her brothers shall be happy too!
Arasaka:
The "taste of happiness" is good, of course. B—But it's not just about the sugar.
Arachatora:
The Head Mushroom helped too! The Head Mushroom I've always dreamed about! Its aroma... Ahh!
Araphala:
And don't... don't forget about the Unrivaled Fresh Fruit...
Arapas:
Water from Vanarana too! Soup with "the taste of happiness" can only be made with the best water!
Arakavi:
*sigh* This is great...
Arama:
Actually, I've been wanting to ask you something. Why do Nara sleep?
Arama:
I see! Aranara "hibernate" only when a great, great danger is present. We turn into tiny seeds and go into dreamless slumbers.
Arama:
But we will be isolated from others, and that's rather scary. Not to mention having to accumulate a lot of memories to change back into our previous forms...
Arama:
But you Nara are different. You must sleep often, and that's the only way you can dream. Dreams are precious, so I understand... But it is strange. You have had very few dreams lately, big Nara...
Arama:
Regardless, you can sleep here without worries. We will guard your dreams and stop bad things like Vanagni from getting in.
Paimon:
Sounds good, but...
Paimon:
Gah, you and your mentions of dreams... Paimon almost feels like meeting you and spending the festival with you might just all be a dream Paimon had after eating those mushrooms, and that all this will vanish once Paimon wakes up...
Paimon:
Will we still see you when we wake up?
Arama:
Of course!
Traveler:
Good night, Paimon.
Paimon:
Good night!
Aragaru:
Hehe, Festival Utsava, so lively! Vanarana is filled with joy!
Aranakin:
But Festival Utsava will end. Nara friends of Aranara might leave too.
Traveler:
The forest will remember.
Aranaga:
The forest will remember, but...
Aragaru:
I pray that no wind shall blow away our happiness; that there shall be rain to wet the earth and keep our Nara friends a while longer...
Ararycan:
Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon, for coming to Vanarana and celebrating Festival Utsava with us Aranara.
Ararycan:
Ararycan wants to spend more time together with you, good friends...
Araja:
Oh my, I am so happy! I hope you will be happy too. Our greatest wish during Festival Utsava is to see our Nara friends happy.
Araja:
Nara time is much more precious than Aranara time, so I will not keep you from enjoying yourselves. Go look for Arakavi later. He is also preparing for the Festival Utsava ceremony.
Arama:
Yes! You will be fine, Nara Traveler! Hearing your song gives us courage to even face Marana!
Arapandu:
The last time we had such a lively Festival Utsava was when Nara Varuna came to Vanarana...
Arabalika:
The festival may be fun, but nothing lasts forever.
Arakunti:
Just like how Nilotpala Lotuses in the water never stay in bloom. They must always close sometime.
Aranakula:
This feels just like the time Nara Varuna celebrated Festival Utsava with Aranara all over again... Aranakula hasn't been so happy in a very long time, Nara Traveler. *sob*
Arakara:
Viparyas hate tears. Festival Utsava is a happy festival. Aranakula will play a happy song for Viparyas!
Arama:
The last Festival Utsava took place during Nara Varuna's time! In many tales and recollections, Marana was everywhere back then.
Arama:
Trees died, and lush plains turned brown. It rained filthy red water... Red, not the lovely apple red. Very horrifying!
Araja:
I'm glad I don't remember it now. Many children returned to Sarva before they were done growing into Vasara Trees. But there were still Nara Varuna and Festival Utsava.
Arama:
Yes. At the time, you must have been a young Aranara sapling like me!
Araja:
Right. I have lost a lot of memories, but still can recall Nara's tears. Salty drops fell from her eyes, but I wasn't afraid.
Araja:
She spoke to me at length about our adventures in the forest, and thus the tales were preserved. Then, she left.
Araja:
I wonder where she is now? She was very much like you, Nara Traveler. You two might be Nara, but you are shining like the warm, golden sun.
Arama:
Drifting seeds are destined to flourish on nice soil... same for Nara! One day, the wind in Nara's hearts will stop, halting their steps.
Arama:
But Nara Traveler is not like ordinary Nara. Nara Traveler will keep traveling, and will perhaps run into Nara Varuna someday!
Araja:
Yes, but you forgot, Arama, that Nara are not Aranara. Their time is short.
Araja:
Nara Varuna couldn't live as long as trees, nor share dreams and memories as we do. How lonely and lamentable the Nara are.
Arama:
...Right. If only Nara Traveler were an Aranara! If so, we would've known each other from way before and shared so many memories.
Araja:
The forest will remember. I'll bring all of Vanarana's memories to meet Aramuhukunda in Sarva, like rivers converging into the sea.
Araja:
A very long time ago, Vanarana was destroyed in that Nara catastrophe. Since then, Aranara made dreams their home and distanced themselves from Nara.
Araja:
Only Nara Varuna has always been friends with Aranara and continued helping everyone after the destruction. Only then did Aranara trust Nara again, little by little.
Araja:
When we parted, she told me that, maybe one day, another Golden Nara would come to us, and he would bring us even better memories.
Araja:
I think that with you and Nara Traveler, perhaps it's time for us to walk, sing, and play with Nara in the forests once again.
Arama:
But everybody trusts Nara Traveler and Paimon because they're genuinely good. It wouldn't be a problem if all Nara are nice like Nara Traveler and Nara Varuna!
Arama:
You sound like an old Nara, Araja!
Araja:
Oh, I'm very happy to have the festival and give the flowers to the Golden Nara, but I'm also reminded of a lot of other things...
Paimon:
Arama, Araja! What are you doing here?
Paimon:
Don't tell Paimon you ran away because you didn't like how Traveler played?
Arama:
No! Nara Traveler's performance was a bright ray of sunshine. It felt very, very good.
Arama:
But the Bija is crucial to Arana's and Nara Traveler's wish, so I had to get ready.
Paimon:
Oh yeah, the Bija...
Arama:
I went looking for the Fane of Ashvattha right after the song ended.
Paimon:
That sounds like it had something to do with the concourses we visited before.
Araja:
Paimon is as bright as moonlight. That's where Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams is. It's an ancient, sturdy Vasara Tree that's able to produce Bija.
Araja:
However, I don't remember the location, nor am I able to leave Vanarana's dream, so it's all up to Arama to find it.
Arama:
Worry not. Like Nara Traveler and Paimon would say, "I got this!"
Traveler:
You got this!
Paimon:
Paimon's confused. You said that you can't leave, Araja. Can't you go to places in a jiffy like Arama?
Araja:
I've been limited to moving only in Vanarana's dreams since a long, long time ago.
Araja:
A "Tree of Dreams" is required to anchor a dream this big, and I became that tree so everyone would have a home.
Paimon:
How can this be...
Araja:
What's the matter, Paimon? It's a good thing for me to house so many big dreams and be with everyone.
Arama:
Yeah, I want to be a great Aranara like Araja when I grow up, hosting many dreams like a tree with many leaves!
Traveler:
Aranara have a different way of thinking...
Paimon:
Uh... Paimon gets it...
Paimon:
Well, that eccentric Aranara we met before also said that Bija is yielded from the extraction of memories and dreams.
Paimon:
Is that true? Can Aranara lose their memory?
Araja:
That's probably the case... but I can no longer recall it now.
Paimon:
...
Traveler:
So what should we do now?
Arama:
You got a lot of flowers during the festival, right, Nara Traveler and Paimon?
Paimon:
Not just during the festival! We got some from Aranakin, Aragaru, and Aranaga too...
Paimon:
Paimon wishes they could remember all the adventures we had together...
Arama:
Don't worry, no memories will be lost! The forest will remember, just like the rivers emptying into the sea, before being turned into the rain splashing down unto the earth.
Arama:
Give me all the flowers, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Traveler:
Okay.
Paimon:
They're mementos of Aranara's friendship and are precious to us. What do you need them for, Arama?
Arama:
I'm putting my flowers and theirs together!
Paimon:
Since you put it that way, Arama...
You hand Arama all of the flowers.
Arama weaves a garland out of the flowers, including its own, and puts it on your head.
Paimon:
This is...
Araja:
Oh, it's so pretty. It looks great on you, Nara Traveler!
Araja:
This garland represents the blessings that we Aranara, as well as all of Vanarana, want to bestow upon our favorite Nara.
Araja:
Unlike you Nara, we Aranara can communicate in our dreams.
Araja:
Any sadness can be shared among all Aranara to soften its blow, and we share our joys as well.
Arama:
When Nara Traveler wears the garland, we'll be able to share the load on your mind, and we can protect you when you have nightmares.
Traveler:
Thank you.
Arama:
I should be thanking you, Nara Traveler, for accepting our flowers! That gives us greater joy than soaking in the sun, drinking sweet water, and dreaming nice things.
Paimon:
Paimon wants a garland too!
Araja:
I doubt that's necessary.
Paimon:
Huh? Why not?
Arama:
Nara Traveler will be facing many great dangers and experiencing great sadness. We can ward off some of his nightmares through the garland.
Arama:
On the other hand, Nara Traveler will protect Paimon from nightmares. You will always be together and will share both joy and sorrow.
Paimon:
That's right. We're the best of friends, after all!
Traveler:
So what should we do now?
Arama:
We're going to offer the Vasoma Fruit at the Fane of Ashvattha. Then we can produce the Bija with Arana!
Arama:
I have studied you Nara before. Unlike Aranara, you have to "sleep" when the moon is up, and you come out only after the sun has risen.
Arama:
Would you like to sleep, Nara Traveler and Paimon?
Paimon:
Now that you mention it, Paimon's pretty bushed from all the fun today.
Araja:
You can rest in my house, if you'd like. Vanarana will guard your dreams.
Traveler:
I'll take the offer. I'm feeling rather tired.
Arayasa:
"This is our song..."
Aradasa:
♪~
Arasudraka:
As long as your heart emits golden and warm lights like the sun, there will always be hope!
Arayasa:
"...Singing your song forever is the pact between you and me."
Aradasa:
♪~
Araja:
You go get some rest. I want to stay and reminisce a little.
Ararycan:
Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon. Later, Ararycan will return to the bad dirty stuff, and see if anything bad happens.
Ararycan:
Ararycan is a good friend to Nara Traveler and Paimon, forever!
Aragaru:
Aranakin, Aranaga, my heart feels empty. Have I forgotten something?
Aranakin:
Aragaru is "hungry" just like Nara?
Aranaga:
What is it... Can't remember...
Aranakula:
This feels just like the time Nara Varuna celebrated Festival Utsava with Aranara all over again... Aranakula hasn't been so happy in a very long time, Nara Traveler. *sob*
Arakara:
Viparyas hate tears. Festival Utsava is a happy festival. Aranakula will play a happy song for Viparyas!
To acquire Bija and help Rana, you have to find and help Aranara, and prepare for Festival Utsava. As for the Aranyaka from Arama, it could be used to document the stories about Aranara, and clues for the adventure.
Time to witness the results of the "cooking training" of Arapacati's brothers.
Arapacati:
My brothers have all done some self-reflection. Festival Utsava is a happy occasion, so Arapacati shouldn't get mad.
Arasaka:
That's right, Arapacati. Don't get mad. Happy occasions should be celebrated with the "taste of happiness"!
Arachatora:
It's time to show off the results of our cooking training!
Araphala:
I have been ready for a long while.
Paimon:
Yay, it's the Festival Utsava Feast! Paimon's been waiting for this!
Arapas:
Water from Vanarana is the best water and makes the best soup. Nara will love it for sure.
Arapacati:
I shall deliver the "taste of happiness" to Nara Traveler and Paimon, and let them "teach" my brothers.
Arapacati:
It's the only way to make food Nara will like. That's how guests should be treated.
Arapacati:
Would you mind teaching them to cook, Nara Traveler?
Arapacati:
Would you mind teaching them to cook, Nara Traveler?
Paimon:
We're back, Arapas! This is the Best Water!
Arapas:
Terrific! I can make the Best Soup so long as I have the Best Water. Nara Traveler will love it for sure!
Arapas:
The Best Water... But there's nothing's left of it after my practice runs. Would Nara Traveler mind getting some water from the north of Vanarana for Arapas?
Paimon:
Well, guess we ought to help out, Traveler.
Paimon:
Woohoo! And that's our piping-hot Radish Veggie Soup all ready to go! The Aranara should be done with their dishes too.
Araphala:
Don't you worry, Nara Traveler, Araphala has prepared the Unrivaled Fresh Fruit for the festival!
Paimon:
Araphala sure moves fast, huh? Let's go check elsewhere.
Paimon:
Will this do?
Arachatora:
Yes! We'll have a supreme delicacy, you can bet on that!
Paimon:
Y'know, since the Aranara are making food for us so eagerly during this happy occasion, we should return the favor. What do you say?
Paimon:
Hmm... Maybe they'll like some Radish Veggie Soup! Let's show them what Nara cooking's all about!
Paimon:
You still have to ask Traveler to help, or you will end up cooking the same dishes as before.
According to the improvement method from Paimon, Aranara finishes the dish under your guidance.
After that, you enjoy the dish with Aranara...
Paimon:
How's the taste of true-blue gourmet Nara food, eh?
Arapacati:
Hmm... While it was Arapacati's suggestion for Nara Traveler to teach my brothers...
Arachatora:
Nara dishes... Is this what Nara call "the taste of happiness"?
Arasaka:
Happiness is fleeing from me...
Arapas:
Vanarana's water is obviously the Best Water, so how did something like this get made from it?
Araphala:
The Unrivaled Fresh Fruit is still delicious, though. Yum.
Paimon:
Eh? You Aranara think it's awful? Paimon thought it was pretty yummy, though...
Arapacati:
I have no idea how "awful" is supposed to taste, but the flavor of this dish... has "impact." You know, like the kind you get from running full-speed into a tree...
Paimon:
Wow... This has gotta be a massive case of culture clash.
Arapacati:
Still, it's rude to say that, my brothers. You should be thanking Nara Traveler instead!
Arachatora:
*whimper* I'm sorry...
Arapacati:
Don't say "sorry"! Say "Thank you!"
"Brothers":
Thank you, Nara Traveler...
Arapacati:
But it's okay as long as Nara Traveler and Paimon enjoy the food! Don't mind them. If our Nara friends are happy, we're happy.
Arapacati:
That said, Nara Traveler is totally different from Nara Varuna, who told us a lot of things about "brothers."
Arapacati:
But Nara Traveler is very quiet. Are you feeling unwell?
Paimon:
Uh, say something, Traveler.
Arapacati:
Is that so? I'm glad. Once again, thank you. These petals are from Arapacati and her brothers. They're for you, Nara Traveler and Paimon.
Arapacati:
We hope the two of you will enjoy more of the "taste of happiness" here in Vanarana!
Traveler:
Sure.
Arapacati:
They're all ready. We can start now.
Arasaka:
Needs more of that "taste of happiness"...
Paimon:
Whoa, that's enough!
Arasaka:
Huh? Hmm, Arapacati mentioned that we must make Nara happy with food, so Paimon is right. I'll add less of it...
Paimon:
There you go. That should do.
Arachatora:
The Head Mushroom has been ready for a while now! My super fragrant Head Mushroom...
Arachatora:
But I'm not very good at gauging the heat, so please come take a look, Nara Traveler...
Paimon:
Fire is kinda dangerous to Aranara, so let's go help to control it.
Traveler:
Maybe later.
Arapacati:
You must come, Nara Traveler.
The resourceful Araesha has prepared "delicious" riddles for Festival Utsava.
Araesha:
Nara friend! Arama has told many stories of you. You are a Nara full of courage and wisdom. Come challenge Araesha's riddles!
Traveler:
Sure.
Araesha:
Good Nara! Araesha's riddles are tasty!
Araesha:
It exists in dreams and no other place, a must for Festival Utsava space.
Traveler:
Maybe later.
Araesha:
Oh... Don't forget, Nara friend. Araesha will wait here.
Araesha:
This is easy too. Aranara all know it. Good Nara is Aranara's friend and naturally knows it. Let me give you one more riddle.
Araesha:
Round and red and good to eat, it hangs on a tree, moist and sweet.
Araesha:
This one is difficult. Even Araja wouldn't know it! There are stars in the sky, and it is on the land. Stars cannot see the sun, and it doesn't love the sun either.
Araesha:
This one is easy! There are more delicious riddles to follow, so come again.
Araesha:
Good Nara! All correct! Good Nara is a clever Nara.
Araesha:
Hmm, wrong answer. Please think again, good Nara.
Araesha:
Clever Nara! Smarter than Araja! Would Nara be willing to be Araesha's friend?
Traveler:
Of course!
Araesha:
Yes! Flower for you. Araesha will think of more good riddles. Come play with Araesha again, friend!
At Festival Utsava, Aralila and Aranishat seem to be fighting over something...
Aranishat:
Oh, it's you, Golden Nara.
Aralila:
Nara friend, come play with Aralila! Aranishat is very weak. Don't play with him.
Aranishat:
Pfft, Aralila lost to Aranishat last time, so Aralila is weaker.
Aralila:
Fine, let's not bother about the sun and moon. Nara friend is here, so let's play with Nara friend. Let's compete to see who is stronger.
Aranishat:
Fine, let's compete. Aranishat's not scared.
Aralila:
Aralila hides first, then Nara friend comes to search. After that, Aranishat will hide, and Nara friend will search. The one who gets found first loses.
Aralila:
Do you want to play, Nara Friend? Let's start right away if you're ready!
Aralila:
Do you want to play, Nara Friend? Let's start right away if you're ready!
Traveler:
Let's play!
Aralila:
Hehe, I'll beat Aranishat this time!
Traveler:
Maybe later.
Aranishat:
Good Nara, do not forget! I will have a decisive battle against Aralila!
Aranishat:
Hahahahaha! Aralila is weaker!
Aralila:
Golden Nara is indeed impressive to see through it so quickly... Hmm...
Aranishat:
Golden Nara is impressive, but it's mainly because Aralila is too weak. Aranishat will not be found so quickly. Humph! Just watch.
Aranishat:
What? How!?
Aralila:
Aranishat was also found quickly. As weak as Aralila!
Aranishat:
Wah... All weak. Only Golden Nara is strong...
Aralila:
This is bad! Must train Ararakalari. With very strong Ararakalari, Nara friend won't be able to find me!
Aralila:
Are you afraid of losing? There's no need to care about winning or losing when playing games!
Aralila:
Even though I lost, I had fun. Golden Nara is a good Nara after all.
Aranishat:
Our Nara friend wins. Awesome! Please take our flowers!
Aralila:
Thank you, good Nara! You are a good friend!
Seems that Arakanta wants to play Rishboland Tiger and Aranara.
Arakanta:
Golden Nara, Arakanta has heard so much about you. You are a good Nara. Will you play with Arakanta?
Arakanta:
Arakanta's game is simple and fun! Listen to the rules, Nara...
Arakanta:
Arakanta will summon a lot of Dendro particles, which are "Aranara" hiding in the circle. Nara is a big and powerful "Rishboland Tiger." Come and chase "Aranara"!
Arakanta:
If the "Rishboland Tiger" catches all the Aranara in a short time, then Nara wins!
Arakanta:
Good? Nara willing to play game with Arakanta now?
Arakanta:
Nara didn't win... But it's okay, Arakanta will play with Nara again!
Arakanta:
Good? Nara willing to play game with Arakanta now?
Traveler:
Sure.
Arakanta:
Hurray! Let's start!
Traveler:
Maybe later.
Arakanta:
Okay, Arakanta will be waiting!
Arakanta:
So much fun! Arakanta is very happy playing games with Golden Nara! And Nara is so fast! So amazing! Like a real tiger!
Arakanta:
It is fun playing with other Aranara and real Rishboland Tigers, but playing with our new friend, our Nara friend, is even more fun!
Traveler:
Why would the Rishboland Tiger chase Aranara?
Arakanta:
The Rishboland Tiger and Aranara are friends, and friends play together. But Arakanta noticed that Nara are afraid of the Rishboland Tiger. That's why Arakanta came up with a new game for Festival Utsava!
Arakanta:
Thank you, Nara. Here is an Aranara flower for Golden Nara!
Paimon:
So this is...
Arama:
Yes. This is a Vasoma Fruit.
Arama:
It is the accumulation of the dreams and memories gathered by the Vasara Tree. It's a precious fruit that can help us restore our strength.
Arama:
A large amount of energy must be consumed for the Ashvattha Tree to produce a Bija. That is why we must offer Vasoma Fruits.
Arama:
Keep the Vasoma Fruit safe, Nara Traveler!
Paimon:
Hmm. You know what? Let's teach Arama the meaning of "treasure"!
Paimon:
Now then! "Treasure" refers to something very precious. This Vasoma Fruit contains lots of dreams and memories, and it can restore an Aranara's power. That makes it pretty rare and amazing, right?
Paimon:
For things like Vasoma Fruits that are rare and precious, we call them "treasure"!
Arama:
Ah, so this is what treasure means... I got it! Thank you, Paimon!
Paimon:
Hmm... Araja said that we'll need more than one Vasoma Fruit. That means we need to find other Ashvattha's Concourses, right?
Arama:
That's right. I'll do my best to find them! So long, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
See you later, Arama!
Paimon:
We meet again, Arama!
Arama:
Ooh! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Hello!
Arama:
Right, this is Arayasa. We met here when we were looking for Ashvattha's Concourses.
Paimon:
Hello, Arayasa!
Traveler:
Hello!
Arayasa:
"The next song is a poem about a young woman in search of the thing most dear to her. At the journey's beginning, her eyes were amber, without a hint of gloom..."
Paimon:
...?
Arama:
Yes. Arayasa is one of the "song gatherers" who collect songs of all kinds. He is the boldest of them all, and often learns Nara songs.
Arayasa:
"Our destinies were like pearls born in the same hour..."
Traveler:
We're not getting through at all...
Paimon:
Uh, let's get back to the point, shall we? So, is this one of Ashvattha's Concourses?
Arama:
No, it is not. But it is a great discovery nonetheless. Here lies a song that we Aranara have been unable to find for many, many years.
Arama:
Aranara song gatherers always pursue the beauty of songs. At the end of time, they will leave behind a song that belongs only to themselves.
Traveler:
Does this have anything to do with Ashvattha's Concourses?
Arama:
Yes! This seems to be the song left by Araji. If that's the case, there should be a Vasara Tree nearby.
Paimon:
Paimon remembers Araja saying something about the Vasara Trees... Let Paimon check the Aranyaka real quick...
Paimon:
Vasara Trees bear Vasoma Fruits! We should help them, Traveler!
Arayasa:
"Aah, this yearning will bear fruit as scarlet as pomegranates. Even if fate clouds your eyes..."
Traveler:
Since we need it to help Rana...
Arama:
Well, anyway, the song is hidden among the roses. Arayasa and I have looked for a long, long time, but we couldn't find anything. The roses wouldn't talk to us either.
Paimon:
Paimon sees. Traveler, let's try having a look, too!
Traveler:
I'll give it a go.
Paimon:
Yup! And anyway, finding stuff is what we do best!
Paimon:
We meet again, Arama!
Arama:
Ooh! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Hello!
Arama:
Right, this is Arayasa. He is also a song gatherer.
Paimon:
Hello, Arayasa!
Traveler:
Hello!
Arayasa:
"The next song is a poem about a young woman in search of the thing most dear to her. At the journey's beginning, her eyes were amber, without a hint of gloom..."
Paimon:
...?
Arama:
Arayasa is the boldest among the Aranara song gatherers and often learns Nara songs. That's why he talks in a special way.
Arayasa:
"Our destinies were like pearls born in the same hour..."
Traveler:
We're not getting through at all...
Paimon:
Let's get back to the point... Since Arayasa is a song gatherer, does that mean there is a Concourse of Ashvattha around here?
Arama:
Araji left his last song here. In that case, there should be a Vasara Tree nearby!
Paimon:
Well, let's help out too, Traveler! We've gotta hurry and get that Vasoma Fruit!
Arayasa:
"Aah, this yearning will bear fruit as scarlet as pomegranates. Even if fate clouds your eyes..."
Traveler:
For Rana...
Arama:
As before, the song is hidden among the roses. But since it's Nara Traveler and Paimon, I'm sure you'll find it!
Traveler:
Leave this to me.
Paimon:
Yep! Paimon will!
Arama:
Ooh... This is Araji's song...
Arayasa:
Ahh... I was able to hear your song again. Our promise can finally be fulfilled. Araji, I will carry your song with me and keep on singing.
Arayasa:
Thank you, good Nara. Arayasa will not forget.
Paimon:
Huh. Somehow Arayasa's kinda speaking normally!
Arama:
Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon! Arayasa and Araji are good friends, so he's been looking for this song all this time.
Arayasa:
Araji is a... timid friend who liked to hide in quiet places and sing softly. His songs can open unknown paths. Now that you understand this song...
Arayasa:
You'll be able to open the path to Ashvattha's Concourse located here.
Arama:
Yep! You can leave the rest to us!
Arayasa:
Okay, let's meet at Festival Utsava, handsome Nara.
Arama:
Hm... The song should be hidden amongst those roses...
Arayasa:
"On the other side of the distant horizon..."
Paimon:
Is this... the Vasara Tree? Doesn't seem as lively as Paimon imagined...
Arama:
Yes, the corrosion from Marana is getting worse. It's not only the land. Marana exists in the Sarva, too.
Arama:
Marana will speak of the horrors of death to the trees and flowers it corrodes. Life that did not know of death will then begin to wither.
Arama:
We have been fighting against Marana. Araji was also fighting hard against it.
Paimon:
Araji? Isn't that someone you mentioned? An Aranara who lived in the past?
Arama:
Yes. Thank you, Araji. We've never met before, but your song sounds great. Please, leave the rest to me, Nara Traveler, and Paimon.
Traveler:
How can we get the Vasoma Fruit?
Arama:
First, we must enter his dream to destroy Marana's lingering influence.
Paimon:
Wait a second... When you say "his dream," you mean that of the Vasara Tree?
Arama:
Yes. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Traveler:
I need a minute.
Arama:
No problem. I'll wait for you.
Arama:
Nara Traveler, if you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Paimon:
Paimon didn't expect Marana's corruption to be here too...
Arama:
Nara Traveler is amazing. You drove Marana away easily this time, too.
Arama:
The corrosion from Marana is getting worse. It's not just infecting the land. It is here, and even in Sarva.
Arama:
Marana will speak of the horrors of death to the trees and flowers it corrodes. Life that did not know of death will then begin to wither.
Arama:
We have been fighting against Marana. Araji was also fighting hard against it.
Paimon:
Araji? Isn't that someone you mentioned? An Aranara who lived in the past?
Arama:
Yes. Thank you, Araji. We've never met before, but your song sounds great. Please, leave the rest to me, Nara Traveler, and Paimon.
Traveler:
Do we need to enter the dream of the Vasara Tree this time too?
Arama:
Yes. We must erase all traces of Marana's influence.
Arama:
That's right. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Paimon:
Next up, our third Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
The corrosion from Marana is getting worse. It's not just infecting the land. It is here, and even in Sarva.
Arama:
Marana will speak of the horrors of death to the trees and flowers it corrodes. Life that did not know of death will then begin to wither.
Arama:
We have been fighting against Marana. Araji was also fighting hard against it.
Paimon:
Araji? Isn't that someone you mentioned? An Aranara who lived in the past?
Arama:
Yes. Thank you, Araji. We've never met before, but your song sounds great. Please, leave the rest to me, Nara Traveler, and Paimon.
Traveler:
Let's go.
Arama:
If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Traveler:
(Reach your hand out to the Vasara Tree...)
Paimon:
We now have the second Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
Impressive! Nara Traveler is not afraid of Marana and even drove all the monsters away. No wonder you could defeat Vanagni!
Paimon:
Hehe, the many adventures we've been through aren't just for show, y'know?
Arama:
That's great! Then Nara Traveler and Paimon must have many memories and stories, right?
Arama:
I see. If you don't mind, we'd love to hear Nara Traveler and Paimon's stories sometime.
Paimon:
Sure! We've shared our stories with others before, though it feels like so long ago...
Paimon:
Speaking of which, Paimon saw a giant purple tree in the distance while we were in the Vasara Tree's dream. Paimon's pretty sure we saw it in Vanarana, too. What was that?
Arama:
That's the very first Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams. Hmm, how should I put this...
Arama:
Dreams are like leaves in a stream. They soon float away with the water. If you want to keep a dream in place, you have to let it grow roots. That way, the dream won't drift away.
Arama:
Hmm... words are failing me...
Traveler:
So Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams is like their "roots"?
Arama:
Nara Traveler is smart. This tree keeps Aranara's dreams stable. Aranara can enter or exit dreams and are able to connect with the Vasara Tree.
Paimon:
So that's how it is. Do you mean, then, that the Vanarana in dreams can be maintained because of that tree?
Arama:
It is because of the Tree of Dreams. But I'm very concerned about Marana right now. We'll have to come up with a plan later.
Arama:
...
Arama:
But let's get the Bija first! We need to help the friend of Nara Traveler, Paimon, and Arana!
Paimon:
Will you be looking for other Ashvattha's Concourses after this, Arama?
Arama:
Yes! So we'll see each other again for sure!
Paimon:
Stay safe, Arama!
Arama:
You too, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
We got the third Vasoma Fruit! According to Araja, three Vasoma Fruits should be enough, right?
Arama:
Yes, that will do. Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Still, you were the one helping us throughout, Arama. So why are you thanking us?
Arama:
Well... It's because you are helping Arana, and Arana is my friend. So, thank you.
Arama:
And Nara Traveler has helped Arayasa, Aradasa, and Arasudraka find the ancient songs. They're my friends too. Thank you for that, too.
Arama:
Finally, I'm so happy that I got to go on adventures with Nara Traveler and Paimon. So, thanks for that as well.
Paimon:
Paimon had a good time too! Thank you, Arama!
Paimon:
By the way, there are many signs of activity around Ashvattha's Concourses... Is there some story behind that?
Arama:
That's a story from long, long ago. I wasn't even a seed then. It was a time when all Nara could see Aranara and not a single Aranara was afraid of Nara.
Arama:
Back then, Nara and Aranara helped each other. They played and sang together, just like Nara Traveler and I.
Arama:
Song gatherers like Arayasa originally learned their craft from Nara.
Arama:
Ashvattha's Concourses used to be where Nara and Aranara played together. But that was a long time ago.
Arama:
After the horrible, horrible catastrophe occurred, Vanarana was devastated, and the concourses were left desolate...
Paimon:
So that's what happened...
Arama:
Yes, and it's a very scary tale indeed. I'm lucky that they are not memories to me — only stories.
Paimon:
Don't worry! Things will get better. Right, Traveler?
Traveler:
That's right.
Arama:
We've found Ashvattha's Concourses and obtained three Vasoma Fruits. Next, I've got to help prepare for Festival Utsava and call some of my friends back from the forest.
Paimon:
Best of luck, Arama! Paimon's super looking forward to the festival!
Arama:
Me too! I'll see you guys soon!
Paimon:
Bye, Arama!
???:
"In search of the song..."
Arama:
I will become a smart Aranara, just like Nara Traveler!
Paimon:
We now have the second Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
Impressive! Nara Traveler is not afraid of Marana and even drove all the monsters away. No wonder you could defeat Vanagni!
Paimon:
Hehe, the many adventures we've been through aren't just for show, y'know?
Arama:
That's great! Then Nara Traveler and Paimon must have many memories and stories, right?
Arama:
I see. If you don't mind, we'd love to hear Nara Traveler and Paimon's stories sometime.
Paimon:
Sure! We've shared our stories with others before, though it feels like so long ago...
Paimon:
Speaking of which, Paimon saw a giant purple tree in the distance while we were in the Vasara Tree's dream. Paimon's pretty sure we saw it in Vanarana, too. What was that?
Arama:
That's the very first Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams. Hmm, how should I put this...
Arama:
Dreams are like leaves in a stream. They soon float away with the water. If you want to keep a dream in place, you have to let it grow roots. That way, the dream won't drift away.
Arama:
Hmm... it's so hard to explain...
Traveler:
So Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams is like their "roots"?
Arama:
Nara Traveler is smart. This tree keeps Aranara's dreams stable. Aranara can enter or exit dreams and are able to connect with the Vasara Tree.
Paimon:
So that's how it is. Do you mean, then, that the Vanarana in dreams can be maintained because of that tree?
Arama:
It is because of the Tree of Dreams. But I'm very concerned about Marana right now. We'll have to come up with a plan later.
Arama:
...
Arama:
But let's get the Bija first! We need to help the friend of Nara Traveler, Paimon, and Arana!
Paimon:
Yeah! Will you be looking for other Ashvattha's Concourses after this, Arama?
Arama:
Yes! So we'll see each other again for sure!
Paimon:
Stay safe, Arama!
Arama:
You too, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Arama! Here we are again!
Arama:
Yes! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Hello! This is Arasudraka.
Arasudraka:
Ooh! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Nice to meet you! The Golden Nara is tall and strong, just like the song says!
Paimon:
Paimon's really happy to meet you, too! Is Arasudraka a friend of yours, Arama?
Arama:
Yes! Arasudraka is a "song gatherer" and often goes to collect all sorts of songs.
Arama:
Before seeds became saplings, we hid in the leaves together and went to the Dendro Archon's big tree. We watched the Nara sing as they drank water that made them turn silly!
Arasudraka:
Nara Traveler and Paimon, do you know any songs?
Paimon:
Songs... If it were that green fellow, he should know plenty of them!
Arasudraka:
The green fellow? What's that? A Dusk Bird? A Shroomboar?
Paimon:
No, no! He is the Anemo Archon of Mondstadt, and also a bard.
Arasudraka:
Wow! Then he must know a lot of songs!
Arama:
Amazing! The Anemo Archon must be able to blow the songs to faraway places with the wind!
Paimon:
Yep! Speaking of which, is this one of Ashvattha's Concourses?
Arama:
No, it is not. But it is a great discovery nonetheless. Here lies a song that we Aranara have been unable to find for many, many years.
Arama:
Aranara song gatherers always pursue the beauty of songs. At the end of time, they will leave behind a song that belongs only to themselves.
Arasudraka:
Seems like here is a song left by Aramaha. If it's true, there should be a Vasara Tree nearby!
Paimon:
Paimon remembers Araja saying something about the Vasara Trees... Let Paimon check the Aranyaka real quick...
Paimon:
Vasara Trees bear Vasoma Fruits! We should help them, Traveler!
Arama:
Yay! I get to study songs of the past with Nara!
Arasudraka:
Aramaha loves this type of rose, but it was Arayama who discovered the way to hide songs in roses! Arayama was proud, so Arayama's roses are proud, too.
Arasudraka:
So the roses won't tell us. Only a smart Aranara, or maybe a smart Nara, can find the hidden song. But Arasudraka is not smart enough...
Paimon:
Don't worry! Hehe, Traveler is very smart!
Traveler:
Since it's for Rana...
Paimon:
Yup! And anyway, finding stuff is what we do best!
Paimon:
Arama! Here we are again!
Arama:
Yes! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Hello! This is Arasudraka.
Arasudraka:
Ooh! Nara Traveler and Paimon! Nice to meet you! The Golden Nara is tall and strong, just like the song says!
Paimon:
Paimon's really happy to meet you, too! Is Arasudraka a friend of yours, Arama?
Arama:
Yes! Arasudraka is also a song gatherer.
Arama:
Before the seeds became saplings, we hid in the leaves together and went to the big tree of Lesser Lord Kusanali to watch Nara sing as they drank water that made them become silly!
Arasudraka:
Nara Traveler and Paimon, do you know any songs?
Paimon:
Songs... If it were that green fellow, he should know plenty of them!
Arasudraka:
The green fellow? What's that? A Dusk Bird? A Shroomboar?
Paimon:
No, no! He is the Anemo Archon of Mondstadt, and also a bard.
Arasudraka:
Wow! Then he must know a lot of songs!
Arama:
Amazing! The Anemo Archon must be able to blow the songs to faraway places with the wind!
Paimon:
Yep! Speaking of which, is there any song hidden here, too?
Arasudraka:
This seems to be the song left by Aramaha. So there should be a Vasara Tree nearby!
Paimon:
Which means we'll be able to collect a Vasoma Fruit... Let's offer some help, too, Traveler!
Arama:
Yay! I get to study songs of the past with Nara!
Arasudraka:
Aramaha loves this type of rose, but it was Arayama who discovered the way to hide songs in roses! Arayama was proud, so Arayama's roses are proud, too.
Arasudraka:
So the roses won't tell us. Only a smart Aranara, or maybe a smart Nara, can find the hidden song. But Arasudraka is not smart enough...
Paimon:
Don't worry! Hehe, Traveler is very smart!
Paimon:
Yep! Leave it to us!
Arasudraka:
"Come, come, dreams of the sprouts, memories of the leaves..."
Arama:
"Look, shining pomegranates, glowing Sunsettias..."
Arama:
I see. Aranaga's song and Aramaha's song have the same source...
Paimon:
What do you mean, the same source...?
Arasudraka:
Songs are like rivers. They derive from the same origin, the "Sourcesong." She is the home to all songs and the source of all great rivers.
Arasudraka:
Then, it changes when it is sung for different memories and different stories, just like how a great river diverges into creeks.
Arasudraka:
Just like all the creeks eventually flow into the sea, all the songs eventually converge into one, into the Sourcesong.
Arasudraka:
So Aranara song gatherers have to find all the songs. That way, we can find the Sourcesong. Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon, for finding Aramaha's song.
Arasudraka:
Thank you, Nara Traveler!
Paimon:
Hmm... Songs will keep growing in numbers and changing along the way, so how can all the songs be found?
Arasudraka:
And so will Aranara. So, if we keep doing our best, there will be no problem!
Arama:
Aramaha's song can attract Healthy Dendrograna. His Ashvattha's Concourse should be sealed in the same way.
Arama:
Nara Traveler found his song, which means we can get to Ashvattha's Concourse right away!
Arasudraka:
Yes! Good luck, Nara Traveler, Paimon, and Arama! I'm going to get ready for Festival Utsava!
Paimon:
Leave it to us! See you at Festival Utsava, Arasudraka!
Arasudraka:
Bye!
Traveler:
I still need a moment.
Arama:
I'll wait for you.
Paimon:
Is this... the Vasara Tree? Doesn't seem as lively as Paimon imagined...
Arama:
Yes, Aramaha resisted very hard, and kept Marana under control to the side. If not, the nearby forest would have become even more terrible.
Arama:
All the leaves would fall and rot on the ground. The mushrooms would all become angry Fungi, and the birds and beasts would also lie down and return to the ground, leaving only hard white things behind.
Paimon:
Sounds really scary...
Arama:
Yes, but thanks to Nara Traveler and Paimon, Marana has become a lot less troubling!
Arama:
If it were just Arama alone, it wouldn't have worked at all. I am too young and don't have many memories, so I am not as powerful as other Aranara.
Arama:
But with memories of adventuring together with Nara Traveler and Paimon, my powers will grow!
Paimon:
Yeah! Friends go on adventures together! That's the spirit!
Arama:
First, we must enter his dream to destroy Marana's lingering influence.
Paimon:
Wait a second... When you say "his dream," you mean that of the Vasara Tree?
Arama:
That's right. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Traveler:
(Reach your hand out to the Vasara Tree...)
Paimon:
So this is...
Arama:
Yes. This is a Vasoma Fruit.
Arama:
It is the accumulation of the dreams and memories gathered by the Vasara Tree. It's a precious fruit that can help us restore our strength.
Arama:
A large amount of energy must be consumed for the Ashvattha Tree to produce a Bija. That is why we must offer Vasoma Fruits.
Arama:
Keep the Vasoma Fruit safe, Nara Traveler!
Paimon:
Hmm. You know what? Let's teach Arama the meaning of "treasure"!
Paimon:
Now then! "Treasure" refers to something very precious. This Vasoma Fruit contains lots of dreams and memories, and it can restore an Aranara's power. That makes it pretty rare and amazing, right?
Paimon:
For things like Vasoma Fruits that are rare and precious, we call them "treasure"!
Arama:
Ah, so this is what treasure means... I got it! Thank you, Paimon!
Paimon:
Hmm... Araja said that we'll need more than one Vasoma Fruit. That means we need to find other Ashvattha's Concourses, right?
Arama:
That's right. I'll do my best to find them! So long, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
See you later, Arama!
Paimon:
Paimon didn't expect Marana's corruption to be here too...
Arama:
Nara Traveler is amazing. You drove Marana away easily this time, too.
Arama:
Aramaha resisted very hard to keep Marana to the side. Without his help, things would have been worse in the nearby forests.
Arama:
All the leaves would fall and rot on the ground. The mushrooms would all become angry Fungi, and the birds and beasts would lie down and return to the ground, leaving only hard, white things behind.
Paimon:
Sounds really scary...
Arama:
Yes, but thanks to Nara Traveler and Paimon, Marana has become a lot less troubling!
Arama:
If it were just Arama alone, it wouldn't have worked at all. I am too young and don't have many memories, so I am not as powerful as other Aranara.
Arama:
But with memories of adventuring together with Nara Traveler and Paimon, my powers will grow!
Traveler:
Do we need to enter the dream of the Vasara Tree this time too?
Arama:
Yes. We must erase all traces of Marana's influence.
Arama:
That's right. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Paimon:
Next up, our third Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
There's also Marana here, but Aramaha resisted very hard and kept Marana under control to the side. If not, the nearby forest would have become even more terrible.
Arama:
All the leaves would fall and rot on the ground. The mushrooms would all become angry Fungi, and the birds and beasts would lie down and return to the ground, leaving only hard, white things behind.
Paimon:
Sounds really scary...
Arama:
Yes, but thanks to Nara Traveler and Paimon, Marana has become a lot less troubling!
Arama:
If it were just Arama alone, it wouldn't have worked at all. I am too young and don't have many memories, so I am not as powerful as other Aranara.
Arama:
But with memories of adventuring together with Nara Traveler and Paimon, my powers will grow!
Traveler:
Let's go.
Arama:
If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Arama:
Nara Traveler, if you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Arasudraka:
Nara Traveler is very smart! That's great!
Paimon:
We got the third Vasoma Fruit! According to Araja, three Vasoma Fruits should be enough, right?
Arama:
Yes, that will do. Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Still, you were the one helping us throughout, Arama. So why are you thanking us?
Arama:
Well... It's because you are helping Arana, and Arana is my friend. So, thank you.
Arama:
And Nara Traveler has helped Arayasa, Aradasa, and Arasudraka find the ancient songs. They're my friends too. Thank you for that, too.
Arama:
Finally, I'm so happy that I got to go on adventures with Nara Traveler and Paimon. So, thanks for that as well.
Paimon:
Paimon had a good time too! Thank you, Arama!
Paimon:
By the way, there are many signs of activity around Ashvattha's Concourses... Is there some story behind that?
Arama:
That's a story from long, long ago. I wasn't even a seed then. It was a time when all Nara could see Aranara and not a single Aranara was afraid of Nara.
Arama:
Back then, Nara and Aranara helped each other. They played and sang together, just like Nara Traveler and I.
Arama:
Song gatherers like Arayasa originally learned their craft from Nara.
Arama:
Ashvattha's Concourses used to be where Nara and Aranara played together. But that was a long time ago.
Arama:
After the horrible, horrible catastrophe occurred, Vanarana was devastated, and the concourses were left desolate...
Paimon:
So that's what happened...
Arama:
Yes, and it's a very scary tale indeed. I'm lucky that they are not memories to me — only stories.
Paimon:
Don't worry! Things will get better. Right, Traveler?
Traveler:
That's right.
Arama:
We've found Ashvattha's Concourses and obtained three Vasoma Fruits. Next, I've got to help prepare for Festival Utsava and call some of my friends back from the forest.
Paimon:
Best of luck, Arama! Paimon's super looking forward to the festival!
Arama:
Me too! I'll see you guys soon!
Paimon:
Bye, Arama!
???:
Hmmm... Where is the song?
Aradasa:
♪~
Paimon:
We now have the second Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
Impressive! Nara Traveler is not afraid of Marana and even drove all the monsters away. No wonder you could defeat Vanagni!
Paimon:
Hehe, the many adventures we've been through aren't just for show, y'know?
Arama:
That's great! Then Nara Traveler and Paimon must have many memories and stories, right?
Arama:
I see. If you don't mind, we'd love to hear Nara Traveler and Paimon's stories sometime.
Paimon:
Sure! We've shared our stories with others before, though it feels like so long ago...
Paimon:
Speaking of which, Paimon saw a giant purple tree in the distance while we were in the Vasara Tree's dream. Paimon's pretty sure we saw it in Vanarana, too. What was that?
Arama:
That's the very first Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams. Hmm, how should I put this...
Arama:
Dreams are like leaves in a stream. They soon float away with the water. If you want to keep a dream in place, you have to let it grow roots. That way, the dream won't drift away.
Arama:
Hmm... it's so hard to explain...
Traveler:
So Ashvattha's Tree of Dreams is like their "roots"?
Arama:
Nara Traveler is smart. This tree keeps Aranara's dreams stable. Aranara can enter or exit dreams and are able to connect with the Vasara Tree.
Paimon:
So that's how it is. Do you mean, then, that the Vanarana in dreams can be maintained because of that tree?
Arama:
Yes. But I'm very concerned about Marana right now. We'll have to come up with a plan later.
Arama:
...
Arama:
But let's get the Bija first! We need to help the friend of Nara Traveler, Paimon, and Arana!
Paimon:
Yeah! Will you be looking for other Ashvattha's Concourses after this, Arama?
Arama:
Yes! So we'll see each other again for sure!
Paimon:
Stay safe, Arama!
Arama:
You too, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Arama:
Greetings, Nara Traveler, Paimon!
Paimon:
It's good to see you again, Arama! Who's the Aranara with you...?
???:
♪~
Arama:
Oh, Aradasa is a "song gatherer" who collects songs of all kinds. He doesn't like talking. He believes singing is way better.
Paimon:
Hmm... Eh, you do have a point. So, is this one of Ashvattha's Concourses?
Paimon:
There aren't any trees here, but there sure are roses... floating in mid-air?
Arama:
No, it is not. But it is a great discovery nonetheless. Here lies a song that we Aranara have been unable to find for many, many years.
Arama:
Aranara song gatherers always pursue the beauty of songs. At the end of time, they will leave behind a song that belongs only to themselves.
Arama:
Yes! This over here seems to be the song left behind by Arayama. If that's the case, there should be a Vasara Tree nearby.
Paimon:
Paimon remembers Araja saying something about the Vasara Trees... Let Paimon check the Aranyaka real quick...
Paimon:
Vasara Trees bear Vasoma Fruits! We should help them, Traveler!
Arama:
Thank you! The song is hidden among the roses. But Arayasa and I have looked for hours and hours, and we couldn't find it. The roses won't talk to us either.
Paimon:
Paimon sees. Traveler, let's try having a look, too!
Traveler:
Since it's for Rana...
Paimon:
Yup! And anyway, finding stuff is what we do best!
Arama:
Greetings, Nara Traveler, Paimon!
Paimon:
Hey there, Arama. Good to see you again! Who's the Aranara with you?
???:
♪~
Arama:
Oh, Aradasa is also a "song gatherer." He doesn't like talking. He believes singing is way better.
Paimon:
Hmm... Eh, you do have a point. Anyway, is there a song hidden here too?
Arama:
Yes! Aradasa said Arayama's song has been left here. If that's the case, there should be a Vasara Tree nearby.
Paimon:
And where there's a Vasara Tree, there should be a Vasoma Fruit! Let's help them out, Traveler!
Arama:
Thank you! It's just as before — the song is hidden amongst the roses. Nara Traveler and Paimon are smart. I'm sure you can find it right away!
Paimon:
Yep! Leave it to us!
Aradasa:
...
Arama:
This is the song Arayama left behind...
Aradasa:
"Press forward and sing, even if the path is filled with flame..."
Aradasa:
"Even if the pale moonlight on that night resembles the eyes of a dying beast..."
Arama:
"For we are the children of the Valley of Life — for we are the seeds of courage."
Paimon:
So this is the song we found...?
Aradasa:
"For the pomegranates that wish to bear fruits, for the roses that yearn to blossom."
Aradasa:
"A distant sky yet so close at hand... A promise ever unbroken... A city that returns to you in your dreams..."
Arama:
I see, I see it now! We can clear out the obstacles along the way to Ashvattha's Concourse using Arayama's song.
Paimon:
Wait a minute. What makes sense again?
Arama:
Through Arayama's song, of course. Hmm... Is this something that might be hard to grasp if you are not an Aranara?
Arama:
Anyway, Aradasa, how about you go back to prepare for Festival Utsava? Leave Ashvattha's Concourse to me!
Aradasa:
♪~
Paimon:
We'll come with you! After all, we promised to help you get those Vasoma Fruits!
Aradasa:
"...Press forward and sing."
Traveler:
I need a minute...
Arama:
Alright. I'll wait for you.
Arama:
I wonder. What sort of song did Arayama leave behind?
Paimon:
Is this... the Vasara Tree? Doesn't seem as lively as Paimon imagined...
Arama:
It must've been corroded by Marana... I'm so sorry, Arayama. We never realized that Marana's corruption had even reached here.
Arama:
When I was a teeny tiny seed, I heard stories about Aramuhukunda, Arayama, and Araji.
Arama:
Arayama didn't really like Nara, so he created the phantasmal barrier. He was happy to see the Nara's frustrated faces. But there was one Nara who saw through his Ararakalari.
Arama:
No matter how hard he tried, that Nara always found a way to break through. Then they slowly became friends.
Paimon:
Well, that's how some friendships form... What happened to Arayama in the end?
Arama:
At the end of the story, a great catastrophe occurred. He protected a lot of Aranara and Nara.
Arama:
Ah! No wonder his song could disperse all those illusions. It's because their game has ended.
Traveler:
How can we get the Vasoma Fruit?
Arama:
First, we must enter his dream to destroy Marana's lingering influence.
Paimon:
Wait a second... When you say "his dream," you mean that of the Vasara Tree?
Arama:
That's right. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Traveler:
(Reach your hand out to the Vasara Tree...)
Paimon:
So this is...
Arama:
Yes. This is a Vasoma Fruit.
Arama:
It is the accumulation of the dreams and memories gathered by the Vasara Tree. It's a precious fruit that can help us restore our strength.
Arama:
A large amount of energy must be consumed for the Ashvattha Tree to produce a Bija. That is why we must offer Vasoma Fruits.
Arama:
Keep the Vasoma Fruit safe, Nara Traveler!
Paimon:
Hmm. You know what? Let's teach Arama the meaning of "treasure"!
Paimon:
Now then! "Treasure" refers to something very precious. This Vasoma Fruit contains lots of dreams and memories, and it can restore an Aranara's power. That makes it pretty rare and amazing, right?
Paimon:
For things like Vasoma Fruits that are rare and precious, we call them "treasure"!
Arama:
Ah, so this is what treasure means... I got it! Thank you, Paimon!
Paimon:
Hmm... Araja said that we'll need more than one Vasoma Fruit. That means we need to find other Ashvattha's Concourses, right?
Arama:
That's right. I'll do my best to find them! So long, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
See you later, Arama!
Paimon:
Paimon didn't expect Marana's corruption to be here too...
Arama:
Nara Traveler is amazing. You drove Marana away easily this time, too.
Arama:
I'm so sorry, Arayama. We never realized that Marana's corruption had even reached here.
Arama:
When I was a teeny tiny seed, I heard stories about Aramuhukunda, Arayama, and Araji.
Arama:
Arayama didn't really like Nara, so he created the phantasmal barrier. He was happy to see the Nara's frustrated faces. But there was one Nara who saw through his Ararakalari.
Arama:
No matter how hard he tried, that Nara always found a way to break through. Then they slowly became friends.
Paimon:
Well, that's how some friendships form... What happened to Arayama in the end?
Arama:
At the end of the story, a great catastrophe occurred. He protected a lot of Aranara and Nara.
Arama:
Ah! No wonder his song could disperse all those illusions. It's because their game has ended.
Traveler:
Do we need to enter the dream of the Vasara Tree this time too?
Arama:
Yes. We must erase all traces of Marana's influence.
Arama:
That's right. If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Paimon:
Next up, our third Vasoma Fruit!
Arama:
I'm so sorry, Arayama. We never realized that Marana's corruption had even reached here.
Arama:
When I was a teeny tiny seed, I heard stories about Aramuhukunda, Arayama, and Araji.
Arama:
Arayama didn't really like Nara, so he created the phantasmal barrier. He was happy to see the Nara's frustrated faces. But there was one Nara who saw through his Ararakalari.
Arama:
No matter how hard he tried, that Nara always found a way to break through. Then they slowly became friends.
Paimon:
Well, that's how some friendships form... What happened to Arayama in the end?
Arama:
At the end of the story, a great catastrophe occurred. He protected a lot of Aranara and Nara.
Arama:
Ah! No wonder his song could disperse all those illusions. It's because their game has ended.
Traveler:
Let's go.
Arama:
If you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Arama:
Nara Traveler, if you are ready, reach out your hand and enter his dream...
Paimon:
We got the third Vasoma Fruit! According to Araja, three Vasoma Fruits should be enough, right?
Arama:
Yes, that will do. Thank you, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Paimon:
Still, you were the one helping us throughout, Arama. So why are you thanking us?
Arama:
Well... It's because you are helping Arana, and Arana is my friend. So, thank you.
Arama:
And Nara Traveler has helped Arayasa, Aradasa, and Arasudraka find the ancient songs. They're my friends too. Thank you for that, too.
Arama:
Finally, I'm so happy that I got to go on adventures with Nara Traveler and Paimon. So, thanks for that as well.
Paimon:
Paimon had a good time too! Thank you, Arama!
Paimon:
Speaking of which, Ashvattha's Concourses looked a lot like ancient ruins... Is there a story behind that?
Arama:
That's a story from long, long ago. I wasn't even a seed then. It was a time when all Nara could see Aranara and not a single Aranara was afraid of Nara.
Arama:
Back then, Nara and Aranara helped each other. They played and sang together, just like Nara Traveler and I.
Arama:
Song gatherers like Arayasa originally learned their craft from Nara.
Arama:
Ashvattha's Concourses used to be where Nara and Aranara played together. But that was a long time ago.
Arama:
After the horrible, horrible catastrophe occurred, Vanarana was devastated, and the concourses were left desolate...
Paimon:
So that's what happened...
Arama:
Yes, and it's a very scary tale indeed. I'm lucky that they are not memories to me — only stories.
Paimon:
Don't worry! Things will get better. Right, Traveler?
Traveler:
That's right.
Arama:
We've found Ashvattha's Concourses and obtained three Vasoma Fruits. Next, I've got to help prepare for Festival Utsava and call some of my friends back from the forest.
Paimon:
Best of luck, Arama! Paimon's super looking forward to the festival!
Arama:
Me too! I'll see you guys soon!
Paimon:
Bye, Arama!
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Talk to Arakavi in Vanarana, which might help the groundwork for Festival Utsava.
Arakavi:
It's Arama and the Golden Nara. You are so tall. But the silver one by your side...
Paimon:
Hmm? What about the silver one?
Arakavi:
How should I put it... You must be able to squeeze into the narrowest tree hollows. How convenient!
Arama:
Well, based on Nara customs, we should do introductions first. This is Nara Traveler and Paimon. This is Arakavi. You guys shake hands.
You are a little lost, but you shake hands with Arakavi anyway...
You try not to use too much strength.
Arakavu's hand feels... interesting to the touch.
Arakavi:
How fascinating. I've heard a lot about Nara before, but this is the first time I've ever touched one. It's a very special feeling!
Arakavi:
It's been a long time since we last hosted a Nara here. Many seeds have grown into trees, and many stories have become legends. That Nara was a good Nara — or so we've heard.
Arama:
Nara Traveler is good, too. Strong and brave, like a sapling sprouting out of a rock wall. And they are here to help Arana.
Arakavi:
Ah, Arana... It's been a while since we last met. I hope all is well, and that the little Nara at Vimara Village are well, too.
Traveler:
You know the kids of Vimara Village?
Arakavi:
Of course I do!
Arama:
We all do! Arana came back and told us stories about the little Nara. Nara Iotham, Nara Bahram, and Narana are our friends.
Paimon:
Paimon's not sure that counts as "knowing someone"...
Arakavi:
What counts, then? Do we need to "shake hands" after the "introduction" like Nara do?
Arama:
I know what Paimon means. Nara eat and look for "treasures" together. Then they know each other, right?
Arakavi:
As long as we know each other's stories, we know each other. This is because the Aranara's world is a place for songs and dreams.
Arama:
Arakavi is right. As long as we hear about Nara Traveler through songs and see what Nara Traveler looks like through dreams, it'll count as knowing you.
Paimon:
Paimon thinks that we can leave this aside for now... After all, we're already friends!
Arama and Arakavi:
Good friends!
Traveler:
Good friends!
Paimon:
Yes. Since we're going to celebrate Festival Utsava, Arakavi needs to make some preparations!
Arakavi:
That's true. We need the Bija, right? I've sent Arayasa, Aradasa, and Arasudraka to look for Ashvattha's Concourses.
Paimon:
Spot on! But Paimon's wondering... Why don't you guys know where these concourses are?
Arama:
Ashvattha's Concourses are very, very sacred places. We don't usually go there. We would prefer to let the Vasara Trees sleep and dream, until all memories come together in Sarva.
Arakavi:
The forest will remember. No good thing will ever fade away, and all suffering will come to nourish something beautiful...
Arakavi:
Anyway, you can find Arayasa, Aradasa, and Arasudraka looking for Ashvattha's Concourses out there. Arama, you go and help them.
Arama:
I will. If Nara Traveler and Paimon run into us in the forest, we can go adventuring together!
Arakavi:
Very well. Nice to have met you, Nara Traveler and Paimon!
Arakavi:
It was nice to meet you! When Festival Utsava comes, we shall sing together in happiness!
The Varuna Contraption has been fixed, and now Aranakula can go back to take care of the nursery that he has been thinking about. Aranakula, who likes to keep company with soil and seeds, not only cultivates ordinary plants, but also takes care of a special nursery in Vanarana.