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Summertime Odyssey: IV
Immernachtreich Apokalypse
Fischl has not returned, so the party decides to explore the island first and confirm whether there is a mirage as the divination result indicated and to whom it belongs. Soon, everyone finds a night raven statue, along with a mysterious book that it has brought here — Hymn of the Holy Land. After touching the book, you and the others enter the mirage within...
Paimon:
Are you awake?
Traveler:
Ugh... It's morning again...
Traveler:
What's up? Has something happened?
Paimon:
It might sound hard to believe, but no. Nothing's happened.
Xinyan:
You're awake? Then let's bring you up to speed: We've searched everywhere, and found nothing unusual at all.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Based on the previous two mirages, we should have been able to find something that acts as an entrance.
Traveler:
That's weird.
Mona:
Is it possible that the time has not come yet?
Xinyan:
You mean, we should wait a little longer?
Mona:
Yes. Plus, Fischl is still nowhere to be found, and I highly suspect that she's even more eager to find the entrance than we are.
Mona:
So let's wait. Let's give the mirage... no, give Fischl some more time.
Everyone agrees with Mona and takes a break. Then, they continue the search in two groups.
After numerous round trips with little success, something finally appears on the beach.
Paimon:
There's something on the beach!
Kaedehara Kazuha:
A book? And next to it is... hmm... a raven statue?
Paimon:
This statue looks a lot like Oz...
Mona:
Why did these two items appear together? Did the raven bring the book here?
Xinyan:
What's the book about? Is it a diary?
Mona:
Let's see... "Hymn of the Holy Land"? I've never heard of a book by that title.
Paimon:
From the cover, it looks like... it was written by Fischl herself?
Xinyan:
That would certainly fit her personality. "Hymn of the Holy Land"... interesting, I like it.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
As a title, it has a sacred ring to it.
Paimon:
So what should we do? Should we touch it?
Mona:
...Fischl's still not back.
Mona:
Never mind, let's head inside first. Once Fischl finds the book, I'm sure she'll be able to catch up with us.
Paimon:
Paimon agrees! It's like we're peeping into her diary, so Paimon's sure she'll wanna come in and stop us.
Narrator:
"Though this truth has long faded from popular memory, scholars have long known that Prinzessin Fischl von Luftschloss Narfidort first descended upon the world during the Time of Chaos, roughly six hundred years before the Era of the Saints."
Mona:
What? A narrator?
Xinyan:
We really are inside a book, huh. There's even a narrator telling us the story.
Paimon:
Oh no, the path has been cut off. We can't go across.
Mona:
There's a device over there that appears to be waiting for us to approach it.
Paimon:
Is it just Paimon, or does everything in this place seem just a little bit over-deliberate?
Mona:
Well, it is the Holy Land, what did you expect...
Paimon:
Yeah, everything's so blatant... it's clearly begging to be noticed.
Xinyan:
That's our Fischl for ya!
???:
Someone, please, help me!
Paimon:
Uh, isn't this a statue?
???:
Please don't refer to me like that! My name is Leon, and I am a knight of the Immernachtreich.
Paimon:
A knight? But you don't look like one...
Leon:
You can't tell? Anyway, please don't speak ill of Sire Ozvaldo. He personally designed and distributed the armor for Die Nachtraben Ritter.
Traveler:
"Sire Ozvaldo"?
Mona:
Traveler, you must have heard that one before, surely? Oz's full name, "Ozvaldo Hrafnavins."
Xinyan:
Oh... So "Megistus" was the easy pronunciation...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
I agree.
Mona:
Haha, or so it seems...
Leon:
Dear friends, I apologize for interrupting your lovely conversation, but I believe you haven't been informed that the gate ahead has been locked.
Paimon:
Yup, that's news to us.
Leon:
I'm hoping you'll be kind enough to save me, and in exchange, I'll gladly teach you how to unlock the gate.
Mona:
Well, I guess we'll have to save you then.
Leon:
Valiant heroes... No words can express how grateful I feel right now. Thank you very much.
Leon:
Remember, this is the password that unlocks the gate. "May my people be freed from the shackles of ancient decrees."
Paimon:
Looks like it's a dead end ahead. There's only a book.
Xinyan:
Do you think what we just heard is the story from the book?
Mona:
So the "Holy Land" in the book's title refers to the Immernachtreich. This book sings the praises of the Prinzessin from the perspective of the people in her kingdom.
Traveler:
I guess this is kind of an autobiography...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
We're on the last page of the book, but the story doesn't seem to have ended.
Paimon:
What happens next? Paimon wants to know what happens next!
Kaedehara Kazuha:
I guess we'll have to keep exploring. As for this book... wait, I have an idea... Now that we've finished it, let's close it.
Mona:
Huh? We've been transported again, but we're not back on the beach.
Paimon:
We are somewhere in... Mondstadt.
Fischl:
Greetings, Honorable Kaiserin der Verurteilung.
???:
Amy, dear, I've made Steak and Fisherman's Toast. Come on, eat up before they go cold.
Fischl:
Ahem! Mother...
???:
Oh, look at me, being so forgetful. Ahem! Dost thou knowest, Prinzessin der Verurteilung, that the hour of luncheon encroaches?
Fischl:
Of course, Mother.
???:
Ah, behold the view from the window, a delight to the senses! Prinzessin, Kaiserin, would you care to join the Kaiser der Verurteilung for a grand royal picnic? We shall enjoy the scenic view and partake of the delicacies granted to us by the heavens.
Fischl:
Yes, I shall gladly join you!
Mona:
...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
...Oh.
Xinyan:
Uh... does anyone wanna say anything about that?
Traveler:
...
Xinyan:
Okay, I'll bite. So "Amy"... that's Fischl's real name?
Paimon:
Seems like it. The other two voices were probably her mom and dad.
Mona:
...Why are all of you giving me that look!?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Forgive me if this comes across as rude, but... is your surname truly Megistus?
Mona:
Hmph, you think I was bluffing? My full title is and always has been "Mona Megistus, the Astrologist."
Kaedehara Kazuha:
...My apologies.
Xinyan:
Don't you think that's a bit long?
Mona:
Well, it's a special case. Only geniuses get titles like this.
Paimon:
Well, that makes no sense...
Mona:
What are your thoughts on the scenes we just witnessed?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Well, it seems that "closing the book" is one way of affecting change in this mirage.
Xinyan:
Well, I think it's sweet that Fischl's parents are willing to play along with her.
Mona:
They probably didn't indulge her forever. Based on the voice, this was surely a memory from her childhood? It's a different story now she's grown up.
Paimon:
You know a lot about Fischl, Mona!
Mona:
After all, we've been friends for quite a while.
Mona:
Speaking of...I wonder where Fischl is now?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
That voice mentioned that she was heading out. We may as well go outside, and see if we can find anything.
Paimon:
Oh, we're back.
Paimon:
Wait, why are we back? We haven't finished the story yet!
Mona:
This feels as awful as purchasing a counterfeit astrology tutorial, or realizing you've forgotten your wallet in the middle of dinner...
Paimon:
ARGH!
Mona:
Argh! This is torture!
Xinyan:
I think they're a little bit upset.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
To be honest, I also don't like to read books that end on an unexpected cliffhanger.
Xinyan:
Haha, no one likes that. Alright, let's enter the mirage again.
Paimon:
Good idea! Let's go!
Xinyan:
...Eh?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
We're still here, it's not working
Xinyan:
That's odd. We were able to enter earlier, but now, we can't.
Mona:
Why!? Why are we being denied the opportunity to finish the book!? This is pure sadism!
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Hmm... Maybe it's because we've already reached the end of this book.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Before leaving the mirage, we saw that the book had been flipped to the final page. I believe "Hymn of the Holy Land" is divided into multiple volumes.
Paimon:
It's like one of those sneaky light novel marketing schemes... "If you want to know what happens next, please buy the next volume." Yuck.
Mona:
Hmph! I have to see the ending.
???:
Oh, oh, yes, the ending. Everyone wants to see how the books ends.
Mona:
Huh? Who's there?
???:
Oh, oh, heavens above, she saw me. Stand up straight, stand up straight.
Mona:
You're...
???:
I'm "Ask-Me-For-Directions Arnold".
Paimon:
That name's a little on the nose!
Mona:
So, Arnold, let me ask you something...
Arnold:
It's "Ask-Me-For-Directions Arnold"!
Mona:
...So, Ask-Me-For-Directions Arnold, let me ask you something!
Arnold:
Yes, Ma'am!
Mona:
Are there other volumes of "Hymn of the Holy Land"? Where can I find them?
Arnold:
Oh, oh, you're asking the right person. "Hymn of the Holy Land" is the sacred scripture of the Immernachtreich. There are three volumes in total, with the other two stored in two high locations in the castle.
Arnold:
If you wish to find the second volume, you must climb to the very top floor of the tower.
Mona:
Tower? You mean, that tower over there?
Arnold:
That is, indeed, the tower where the sacred scripture is stored. If you look closely to the cave right over there, you'll find a secret passage that will swiftly take you to the tower.
Mona:
Okay, thank you, Arnold.
Arnold:
It's "Ask-Me-For-Directions Arnold"!
Arnold:
Do you have any other questions for me, fair maiden? Concerning, perhaps, my relationship status, or monthly income...?
Mona:
No! Goodbye!
Mona:
Let's ignore that raven and proceed! There's a secret passage in the cave ahead that leads directly to the top of the tower.
Arnold:
Oh, oh, but Ma'am! Are you sure you're not interested in me? I only shared with you the secrets of the Immernachtreich because of your great beauty! Ma'am! Wait...!
A lofty castle, an unforgettable tale... This must be Fischl's imaginary world. Her mirage is so amazing that every visitor is deeply impressed. However, a mesmerizing dream does not come without a price, just as beautiful flowers often bloom among thistles and thorns...
Solemn Raven:
Hey, stop! Who are you?
Severe Raven:
You don't look like citizens of the Immernachtreich. Explain yourselves! What's your purpose here?
Paimon:
This place even comes with guards!
Traveler:
Don't panic.
Paimon:
Uh... What are you doing?
Traveler:
We are personal retainers of the Prinzessin.
Traveler:
We've traveled through the sea of stars to get here.
Solemn Raven:
How can you prove that you are Her Highness's retainers?
Mona:
Hmph, such an absurd question betrays your ignorance.
Mona:
"May my people be freed from the shackles of ancient decrees."
Severe Raven:
Th—That's the password of the Immernachtreich! They really are Her Highness's retainers!
Solemn Raven:
Oh my goodness. We didn't know! Please forgive us...
Paimon:
Now step down!
Solemn Raven:
Y—Yes, we're leaving now...
Paimon:
They are gone.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
This is the second volume of "Hymn of the Holy Land." Everyone ready?
Paimon:
Bring it on!
Narrator:
"However, the Immernachtreich soon became plagued by a perpetual nightmare. Tasraque, the wicked dragon, infiltrated the subterranean, crossed the bottom of the sea, and eventually came to roam above the capital."
Xinyan:
Huh? A dragon? The only thing I noticed is the gloomy weather.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Could the dragon be... some kind of metaphor?
Mona:
If that's so... Her arch-nemesis, Tasraque, the wicked dragon, is made up of everything that opposes her and rejects her fantasies.
Leon:
Oh, thank goodness... Huh? What are you guys doing here!?
Mona:
We should be the ones asking that. What are you doing here?
Leon:
I'm sorry you have to keep seeing me in such a wretched state. I suppose I'm still not good enough to play the role of a qualified Nachtraben Ritter...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
"Play the role"?
Leon:
I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm not a real knight... rather, I'm a new actor who recently landed a job to play the role of a knight in a theater troupe!
Paimon:
That's not really something to be smug about.
Leon:
Ah, well, you see, that's where you're mistaken! Theater is an essential part of Immernachtreich's culture. A fantastic theatrical performance is the greatest tribute we can pay to Her Highness.
Xinyan:
Oh, so this is your local culture?
Leon:
Exactly! So I'm delighted that I got to play the knight!
Mona:
Why does the Prinzessin enjoy the theater so much?
Leon:
Her Highness once said, "Celebrate me by staging a play in the wilderness. Bow down to me, and bring me beautiful dreams in return for everlasting glory within the eternal darkness."
Leon:
I believe it is because Her Highness appreciates true art, and can also sense emotions hidden deep within the souls of humankind.
Leon:
The crystallization and sublime expression of emotion is the heart of theater. People who truly understand theater always have a beautiful, sensitive heart, filled with a rich array of emotion.
Mona:
...So that's how it is.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Thank you for your answer, Sir Knight.
Leon:
O—Oh! Th—Thank you so much for calling me a knight!
Leon:
So, basking still in this honor, I will be off to my battleground. May we meet again!
Paimon:
Hopefully not... Be more careful in the future!
Leon:
Oh, and please remember the password to unlock the gate, "Upon my command, spread your wings and take flight."
Arnold:
Why did the lady appear so irritated? Did I say something inappropriate? Oh, what must I do to win her heart?
Paimon:
We're back again.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
I believe we have just witnessed the true nature of the wicked dragon.
Xinyan:
*sigh* This is something I am all too familiar with. There are always people who believe that our passions are a waste of time.
Mona:
Huh? You're—
Arnold:
Ask-Me-For-Directions Arnold.
Mona:
I mean, you're back, why?
Arnold:
Oh, I came because I bet you'd be looking for the third volume of "Hymn of the Holy Land."
Mona:
Well, you bet right on that front...
Arnold:
You need not do anything for me, my dear lady. The opportunity to behold your beauty is the finest reward I could ask for. I shall give you the answer you seek.
Arnold:
The third volume of "Hymn of the Holy Land" can be found on the top floor of the royal castle.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Is it guarded by anyone?
Arnold:
Oh, oh, but of course, sir. What sort of a question is that? No nation would treat its most treasured books as if they were just cast out into the wilderness.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
That means we will still find Nachtraben guards stationed there.
Arnold:
It is a citizen's utmost honor to guard the sacred scriptures. But it matters not. I'm quite sure the fine lady merely seeks to peruse them, and has no malicious intentions.
Arnold:
Your face is captivating and full of wisdom, and the company you keep appears to be heroes of some renown. I have the utmost faith that you will be able to comprehend the meaning behind the stories in our sacred scriptures.
Arnold:
Her Highness's accomplishments were documented by Oz, the Great Sekretär, and became great treasures of the Immernachtreich. I wish Her Highness joy and happiness every time I read those books.
There is another Fischl here — born from the darkness, she dominates everything in Immernachtreich. Can fear and cowardice devour souls? Which one of the two Prinzessinnen shall triumph in the end?
Solemn Raven:
Stop! Ugh, it's you guys again!
Paimon:
What's your problem? We're the Prinzessin's personal retainers.
Severe Raven:
Cut the lies! Her Highness doesn't keep company with nobodies like you.
Mona:
Oh really? Are you prepared to take responsibility for what you just said?
Severe Raven:
I'll say it again. Her Highness doesn't keep company with—
???:
Who are these "nobodies" you speak of?
Solemn Raven:
Her Highness and Sir Oz!?
Oz:
I must say, guards, it's immensely disrespectful of you to make such remarks to the retainers of the Immernachtreich.
Fischl:
Hmph. How dare you treat one's handpicked retainers with such disdain? Begone!
Solemn Raven:
But...
Fischl:
Don't you "but" me!
Severe Raven:
Y—Yes, Your Highness!
Paimon:
Fischl, Oz, you're back in the crew!
Fischl:
Hmph, you may consider that the case for the time being.
Oz:
What mein Fräulein means is that it took us a long time to reach this place. She couldn't bear to leave you all here, even though she did not wish to confront this mirage.
Xinyan:
Didn't wanna confront it, huh? Sounds like Mona was right.
Paimon:
It felt like we were peeking into your diary.
Fischl:
...Nonsense. Despite the existing threats, the unrivaled glory of the Immernachtreich would not exist in this world if I, the Prinzessin, were the sort of person who could be easily swayed.
Oz:
What mein Fräulein means to say is that there are other troubles in this area.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Troubles? Have you run into anything dangerous?
Fischl:
...Um... this matter can be revisited later. For now, let us proceed with more important work.
Xinyan:
Let's get this show on the road! The book's right in front of us, let's not just stand here.
Mona:
Fischl's dilemma was indeed within herself. But there was only one phantom, not a swarm... so my guess was a little off the mark.
Mona:
After all that she went through, it's good that she finally got to reconcile with herself.
Mona:
Still, it looks like I won't be free from this Court Archmage role anytime soon...
Fischl:
Hmph... majestic but fragile, vast yet vulnerable... this domain both amazes and sickens me!
Oz:
She means that she has never seen such an extravagant mirage before, and even she is enthralled by it.
Xinyan:
Fischl's rebuttal totally rocked! It was so dramatic and so powerful! I didn't want to interrupt her, or I would've started blasting out a backing track!
Xinyan:
The stage is set up and everyone's here together. Love this feeling!
Xinyan:
Let's celebrate this special occasion together!
Paimon:
There's a castle here, but some parts seem to be missing. Fischl, is this yours?
Fischl:
Hmm... allow me a moment to reminisce.
Oz:
Mein Fräulein, you may recall that this is the toy castle you accidentally destroyed in a moment of deep distress.
Fischl:
Oz! Don't say it out loud!
Fischl:
I suddenly recollect that two pieces are currently missing from my royal domain.
Paimon:
So we have to find two missing pieces...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
"On the homeward road, ravens soar into the sky..."
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Although the mirages are essentially independent, I believe there is some connection.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
The final line... but of course, "Rainbow greets my eye."
Arnold:
Oh, oh, what should I do...
Arnold:
Ahem! Would you care to join me for a cup of coffee, good lady? If coffee is not to your taste, we can have black tea, milk tea, or hot chocolate instead.
Arnold:
If you don't want to, that's also perfectly okay. I'll keep my distance and be with you in spirit as you enjoy a drink on your own. Your joy is my joy.
Xinyan:
Fella, if you want to survive and thrive, you should be more careful next time.
Kaedehara Kazuha:
A successful journey requires perseverance, courage, as well as a keen sense of danger. You have the first two, but in the future, please strive to be more vigilant.
Leon:
I shall remember your words for the rest of my life. But it is time to say our final goodbye.
Leon:
You may not have noticed, but the weather has improved, and the sea has become pleasant and calm... We have awaited this day for a long time.
Leon:
You may be amazed that someone as reckless as me could become an actor, but please believe me when I say it's not by chance.
Leon:
Every Nachtraben is looking for a way to contribute to the world. We just want to find our place, our destiny. We were born to seek the roles that fate has assigned us to play.
Leon:
You may not be aware that "Hymn of the Holy Land" is also a book of prophecies.
Paimon:
Prophecy? But Paimon thought it was a sacred scripture?
Leon:
Yes, it is. Hundreds of years ago, the Immernachtreich was engulfed by a menacing shadow, but our ruler stood by and did nothing, as if she had lost interest in ruling the kingdom.
Leon:
Soon after, Oz, the Great Sekretär, appeared among us. He brought us the sacred scriptures, and a most encouraging prophecy.
Leon:
That prophecy is just as it's described in the book, and predicts a blessed future for the Immernachtreich. As a result, we became convinced that the gloomy skies would eventually clear, and we have been eagerly waiting for that blessed day.
Leon:
The Soteria... the Prinzessin der Verurteilung. She will eventually remember the paradise of the Immernachtreich, and on that day, we will devote to her the plays that were promised in the prophecy.
Leon:
That is why I have stepped forward to take on the role of a warrior. I'd do whatever it takes to prove my devotion to her.
Fischl:
...
Leon:
Y—Your Highness?!
Paimon:
Oh, right, yeah she was lurking in the back when we rescued you for some reason...
Fischl:
My citizen, thy will is strong enough to sunder the wicked dragon's wings. I shall now receive thy blessing.
Leon:
It is my utmost honor!
Fischl:
Thou hast done well. 'Tis also most evident that thou dost possess the virtues of a knight. Go, take thy position, and wait for the performance to begin.
Oz:
We commend your unfaltering loyalty to Her Highness. Her Highness will now lead her retainers into battle against the shadow that plagues the Immernachtreich.
Leon:
...Thank you, Your Highness, and thank you, everyone. In that case, I will take my leave!
Leon:
Oh, by the way, please keep in mind that the password for the gate ahead is "Sieh an, mein Sommernachtgarten!"
Paimon:
Paimon's confused. What were you guys role-playing just now?
Fischl:
Is there not a single one of my lords and ladies who understood my precepts? Fools.
Oz:
What mein Fräulein means to say is that you are all rather stupid.
Mona:
Yeah, you didn't need to translate that!
Kaedehara Kazuha:
I suppose this is the important business Her Highness warned us about earlier.
Xinyan:
Let's get this over with!
Paimon:
Huh? Wait! What is it? What's happening?
Fischl:
Anyway, Oz... um... I, uh, ahem... thank you.
Oz:
Mein Fräulein, I was merely doing my duty. You need not thank me. Rather, it's my honor to follow you.
Fischl:
Then I shall grant you the honor of accompanying me to the performance.
Oz:
As you wish, mein Fräulein.
Mona:
Library? Why are we inside a library?
Fischl:
...
Fischl:
You must be the arch-nemesis I've been looking for, the useless and cowardly so-called Prinzessin?
Immernacht Fischl:
Hmph, how laughable. What gives you the impression that you can defeat me? You should know, over the past few days... I've seen all of your fear and trepidation.
Paimon:
Why is there another you? Is it a shadow?
Immernacht Fischl:
Shadow? Yes... I suppose that probably describes our connection aptly enough. So, have you come to surrender to me, little Amy?
Fischl:
Ugh... you...
Immernacht Fischl:
And that raven over there... You must be Oz? Excellent. I have been waiting for you for a long time.
Immernacht Fischl:
I heard that a great sekretär named Oz brought the "Hymn of the Holy Land" into Immernachtreich. I suppose that was you.
Oz:
...At your service, mein Fräulein.
Xinyan:
Why did you call her mein Fräulein?
Oz:
As you can see, that's also mein Fräulein over there. And if she is mein Fräulein, then does that not make her my master?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
...Seems logical enough.
Immernacht Fischl:
I might as well inform you that the Immernachtreich is a place with no way out. Now that you've made it here, I shall crush you and make you my servant.
Immernacht Fischl:
As for Oz, despite bringing over that hideous Book of Prophecies, and causing the foolish citizens to fall to their knees worshiping that piece of nonsense...
Immernacht Fischl:
Why don't you come over to my side? After all, "Fischl is destined to team up with Oz."
Oz:
Mein Fräulein flatters me. I see no reason to refuse.
Fischl:
Oz!? Where do you think you are going!?
Mona:
He's actually going over to the other side... Fischl, haven't you taught your raven anything about loyalty?
Fischl:
Gah! This is not the time to discuss my shortcomings!
Fischl:
Have you been bewitched, Oz? Why should you trust that she's telling the truth? Is not the Immernachtreich a sacred land of liberty and theater?
Immernacht Fischl:
You are gravely mistaken if you presume the Immernachtreich to be some kind of amusement park.
Immernacht Fischl:
Listen closely... it is a tomb for those who cannot face reality. You will be buried here, and I will take Oz, the product of our imagination, and live forever in the royal castle.
Fischl:
...A tomb...?
Immernacht Fischl:
You of all people should know about this. Why does it always rain in the Immernachtreich? Why isn't there any music in this so-called paradise?
Fischl:
...Because of you! It's all because of you!
Immernacht Fischl:
How pathetic! No, dearest Amy, you, not I, are the one responsible for all of this!
Fischl:
Ugh...!
Immernacht Fischl:
You dreamed up a vast kingdom, but you can't bear its weight. Swayed by fear, you can't face the very world you've created. You may try to avoid it, but the fact is: You can't change yourself.
Immernacht Fischl:
I came here in your stead precisely because you failed to show up. The Immernachtreich is now mine, and it is not your place to tell me what to do!
Fischl:
I... I...
Immernacht Fischl:
Amy, you are but a weak fool who does not deserve this world. Begone.
Xinyan:
Hey, are you done?
Mona:
For you to give yourself such a piece of your mind, it must have been bothering you for a long time.
Fischl:
Mona... *sobs*
Mona:
Oh? What's that look on your face?
Fischl:
I... I...
Mona:
Hmph. You're not going to admit defeat, are you?
Fischl:
...I hate to admit it, but... she might be right...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
No, Please do not think that. Your Highness, do you still remember why we came here?
Fischl:
Kazuha...
Kaedehara Kazuha:
I am a samurai from Inazuma who's been entrusted with your safety. These individuals also responded to your call.
Xinyan:
Having your own tomb does sound pretty cool, but the Immernachtreich is not a tomb.
Fischl:
Xinyan...
Immernacht Fischl:
...Oh, so you've made some friends. But do you really think that's enough for you to defeat me?
Immernacht Fischl:
I am your fear, your dark side. I am the nightmare from which you have never escaped in all these years. Standing before me, you are nothing.
Fischl:
...
Fischl:
...
Fischl:
...No. I can't... I... I can't lose. Not now.
Fischl:
I will be the one to claim victory! Just you wait, I will make you regret everything you said!
Immernacht Fischl:
Impossible! How did you make it through that nightmarish library... Stand down!
Fischl:
...Do you still think I'm going to lose?
Immernacht Fischl:
You...!
Fischl:
You looked down on me. You thought I was a worthless coward.
Fischl:
And yes, I did use to be like that, because... I am someone who can't face reality, who spends all day daydreaming, and can't cope with setbacks or criticisms.
Fischl:
But now I understand. I understood as soon as I first laid my eyes on this mirage.
Fischl:
Do you see that incredible world out there? So vast, so breathtaking... that is my imagination, the source of my power.
Fischl:
You act so arrogant under that dark cloak of self-obsession. But that's not your true nature.
Fischl:
You're no Prinzessin. You're just a narcissistic speck of dust hiding in my shadow! You are the true loser, the one who's holding me back!
Immernacht Fischl:
Oof!
Fischl:
You hide your fear and cowardice behind a facade of thorns and self-loathing. You are far weaker than me.
Fischl:
Now give it back!
Immernacht Fischl:
Wh—What?
Fischl:
Return to me what is rightfully mine! The Immernachtreich, the castle, my people... and, most importantly, my companion, Oz!
Oz:
Oh, mein Fräulein, you speak with such eloquence and vigor now. You've truly matured into the Prinzessin.
Fischl:
You've got some nerve opening your beak, traitor!
Oz:
No, mein Fräulein, I've come here to prove something to you all.
Oz:
As we all know, Oz will always follow Fischl, the Prinzessin der Verurteilung. It should make no difference whose side I am on, because you're both Fischl.
Oz:
But consider this: When I switched sides, you did not lose your identity, did you?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Indeed. These are words of wisdom.
Fischl:
What do you mean "my identity"?
Oz:
Whom do you suppose "Fischl" truly is?
Fischl:
...Huh?
Oz:
This is my question to you, mein Fräulein.
Fischl:
Fischl is... well... Fischl is...
Immernacht Fischl:
She's a loser... a coward who refuses to confront her true self behind the fantasies and lies.
Oz:
No, you are wrong.
Fischl:
Fischl... is... me?
Oz:
Ah, you caught on most rapidly.
Fischl:
Huh? ...That's it?
Oz:
Indeed, mein Fräulein. Fischl is sometimes the Prinzessin der Verurteilung, and other times not. She may be courageous and arrogant, but she may also be weak and cowardly.
Oz:
Fischl is you. Both noble and humble, she is a first-rate adventurer with few friends and the Prinzessin der Verurteilung, the Sovereign of the Immernachtreich.
Oz:
Fischl is both timid and strong. She's afraid of others' gossip, yet yearns for their respect.
Oz:
Most importantly, Fischl is often self-deprecating, beating herself up countless times, yet she always finds a way to rise again.
Oz:
Mein Fräulein, no one merits the name Fischl more than you do. It's a complex yet simple name that represents the beauty of dreams and liberty.
Oz:
With or without loyal admirers, Amy will always be Fischl. You are Fischl, the enlightened one who has always carried that belief in her heart.
Fischl:
..."May my people be freed from the shackles of ancient decrees."
Oz:
Thank you for creating the Immernachtreich and giving us a homeland, for authoring the "Hymn of the Holy Land" in your subconscious, which offered us hope for a bright future.
Oz:
Please embrace your darkness and return to your true form, Your Highness.
Immernacht Fischl:
...
Fischl:
...
Paimon:
Whoa! Fancy-dress Fischl vanished! Wait a minute... and now she's back?
Mona:
The shadow seems to have returned to Fischl's heart, where it belongs.
Fischl:
...Hahaha, everyone, lend me your ears!
Xinyan:
There she is!
Fischl:
Hehe, citizens of the Immernachtreich! Do you hear my summons?
Kaedehara Kazuha:
Yes, Your Highness!
Mona:
Ugh, there she goes again, I am so done with this...
Fischl:
Oz speaks the words of truth. Today is a grand occasion, for it is the day that I seize back my heart and reclaim control of my kingdom. I hereby announce...
Fischl:
Welcome to the Immernachtreich!
Paimon, Xinyan, and Mona:
Yaaay!
Fischl:
(What a wonderful day. I reclaimed my heart and became the true Prinzessin der Verurteilung.)
Fischl:
(The Immernachtreich really appeared. Even so, I know that all the negative emotion I've been harboring in my heart will not simply go away.)
Fischl:
(And that's okay. I'll carry these imperfections with me as I fight on, because I now know that what I have is unique and wonderful.)
Paimon:
Fischl, the stage is all set up outside! Wanna go check it out?
Oz:
Lady Paimon, do watch your words.
Paimon:
Oh, right! Okay, Your Highness, wouldst thou care to venture outdoors and... checketh stuff out?
Traveler:
Pffft...
Fischl:
Ahem! How dare you, retainer of mine, mock the great and dignified Prinzessin der Verurteilung?
Fischl:
...Hehe, I concur!
Fischl:
Now let us rejoice and celebrate this historic moment for the Immernachtreich!
Oz:
Oh, what mein Fräulein means is that she entreats you to celebrate the arrival of the Immernachtreich with utmost zeal and great joy...
Paimon:
Alright, alright, we get it... Please don't translate her words back into Fischlspeak...
Mona:
...Ugh...
Mona:
Watching a theater performance in a nation like this must be quite an experience.
Mona:
As for the puzzle I'm working on... I should have an answer soon.
Paimon:
Oh, there's something we've gotta do! Your Highness, Oz, please excuse us for a moment.
Oz:
Very well, see you soon.
Paimon:
C'mon, let's try to contact Venti again.
Traveler:
Okay.
Dodocommunication Device:
Dodoco!
Dodocommunication Device:
Dodoco! Dodoco!
???:
Oh? It's you.
Traveler:
Whose voice is that?
Traveler:
I don't think I've ever heard it before?
Paimon:
Huh? That isn't the Tone-Deaf Bard?
Traveler:
I'm sorry, who are you?
???:
You're right, we've never met before.
???:
I know you want to communicate with someone beyond the islands, but you can't do that right now. So I cut off your connection.
Paimon:
Huh!?
???:
Wouldn't you rather find out the answer for yourself than ask someone else? The fantastic mirage represents the "deep dream," the most fundamental reflection of the human heart.
???:
Go see for yourself. Witness everything with your own eyes, and when this is all over, tell me what you feel about it.
Traveler:
...She hung up.
Paimon:
Traveler, who the heck was that!?
Paimon:
This is weird. How was she able to cut off our connection to Venti... and why would she wanna know what you feel?
Paimon:
Hmm... Nope! Paimon doesn't get it!
Traveler:
Me neither.
Paimon:
It's kinda eerie, but... but Paimon will protect you! Paimon will be there for you no matter what!
Traveler:
Okay. Let's keep this between us for now.
Traveler:
(There was no trace of malice in her words. It seemed like she was reaching out for something.)
Traveler:
(I'm not sure what answer she's looking for from me, but I will wait until I've seen everything.)