We’re gonna be taking a short break before starting Chapter 2, so no Thursday update this week. I have several hours of footage I need to sift through for updates, plus I still need to play through most of Nier Automata.
And just like that, everything’s back to normal. That wasn’t so hard.
Invade our world…?
Tsubasa…
Aya!
I… I heard your song. I think that’s why I didn’t give in… I heard my sister - my sweet sister - singing for me. Thank you.
A-Aya… Sob
I’ll live. I’m fine now, thanks to your help. More importantly, Itsuki… Thanks. For saving Ayaha.
I think Tsubasa probably deserves to hear that more than me.
chuckle Yeah, guess so.
This scene is a little weird because it jumps from Aya/Tsubasa to Itsuki/Kiria and then back to Aya and Tsubasa. Neither group is actually talking to each other here, but it’s still clearly one scene and it’s kind of awkward. Oh well.
Tsubasa, when did you get so tall…? And your singing was so beautiful…
Itsuki, Touma, Tsubasa… I knew you could do it. I shouldn’t expect any less from my favorite rookies! Ahhh, drinks tonight will taste even better than usual! Oooh, maybe I’ll even crack open that vintage…
Oh, but first… there’s something we’ve learned about Mirages from this whole incident.
They’re working together - that’s what you mean, right?
Yes. It appears as though the enemy is some kind of organization from another world, intent on invading ours.
I’ve had my suspicions before… All the attacks so far have been small in scale, but I believe these Mirages are organizing… and may have a leader.
I’ve been thinking about fighting with Itsuki and the others from now on.
Yes, I think that’d be a good idea, too. Make sure you look after them, Kiria, all right?
Specifically, I was thinking Itsuki should continue to command us for combat.
Hmm… I see.
Um… Are you sure you want me being the leader?
Seems like the practical thing to do. I’m sure you’re aware of just how much you already accomplished back there.
You’re so indirect, Kiria… Why don’t you just tell him how impressed you are with his abilities?
Anyway, that’s all.
D-Does that mean… from now on… we’ll be working together with Kiria more often!?
That’s how it is. Looking forward to working with you, Tsubasa.
L-L-Likewise…! I-I may still be new, b-but I hope we get along, what with the nice weather we’re having…!
Tsubasa… I think this is where you just say, “I’m looking forward to working with you too.”
I-I’m wooking forward to lorking with you too!
chuckle You’re pretty funny.
Man, Kiria joining forces with Touma and Itsuki, the dynamic duo… We’ll be unstoppable!
I think we’re pretty good already.
You’re pretty confident, huh? I guess we’ll see if you’re all talk.
Kiria joined the team.
We’ll have a look at Kiria in the next update, but suffice to say that she’s pretty good and will probably be replacing Tsubasa for a while.
I’d like you all to welcome a new friend to our little office!
H-Huh? Aya?
I hadn’t told you, Tsubasa… but I’ve decided to work at this office, as part of the staff.
Wh-Whaaaaaaat!?
I want her back in the entertainment business eventually, so this is essentially some light rehab first. Better not slack off, Tsubasa, 'cause now I can get her to kick your butt if you do.
Auugh…
Huh? Me?
I was wondering if you’d be interested in a… private lesson? It’d be fabulous. Scandalous. Delicious.
Wh-Wh-What are you-
Ahaha, your face! Just a joke…! Then again, if you’re interested… I certainly wouldn’t say no…
This is the face of a man considering his next words very carefully.
I-Itsuki!?
You- You scumbag, you slimeball, y-you sleaze…! Ugh! Why do all guys only want the same thing…?
Huh? What’s wrong? Ms. Maiko’s a veteran in the entertainment industry. Her advice would be really helpful. After all, I still don’t even have any idea if I should focus on singing, acting, or something else entirely…
Oh. Well, that’s… not exactly how I meant it. Seems like my jokes went right over your head.
Huh?
sigh Geez…now I feel like I’m the one with a dirty mind…
Ah, one last thing… Well done, you three. You did a fine job. Thank you…for saving Ayaha.
All in a day’s work, boss. All in a day’s work.
The next scene happens regardless of your response to Maiko’s question, but it feels like it belongs a bit better if you act like an idiot in front of Tsubasa. I indulged the game on that particular choice, but we won’t be doing that a whole lot for reasons that will make sense in like…30 hours.
Just wanted to confirm something. Is there any field in particular that appeals to you? Singing, acting, anything…?
Well… I never really planned on getting in the entertainment business in the first place, so I’m not sure…
Just relax. You can say whatever’s on your mind. You don’t have to think too hard about it.
Let’s see… This time around, I had you join Tsubasa for her voice training. How was it? Did it make you feel like you’d enjoy being a professional singer?
To be honest… I’d prefer to support others than actually become a singer.
Support?
I want to help Tsubasa out. I’d like to see her become an idol and sing in front of an audience, rather than end up one myself.
I’m sorry I’m so directionless right now.
Huh?
It would’ve been best if you had a preference…but if you don’t, there are always other ways to handle it.
Uh, Ms. Maiko? It kind of sounds as though you’ve already decided what I’ll be doing…
I guess you could say it just came to me. We don’t have the luxury of letting our talent just sit around, so… I’ll just train you in everything!
E-Everything…!? Th-That’s crazy! You’re asking the impossible!
To do the impossible, sometimes you have to get a little crazy! Oooh…now how am I going to market you…?
…
Wait, me!?
With this many teenagers around the place, I’m sure everyone’s got their own problems to deal with. So I’d like you to be there for everyone if they need it. You could call it…emotional maintenance.
That’s right, Itsuki, you’re the in-house therapist. Strap in, motherfucker.
Uh-huh…
I think you’d be pretty good at this kind of thing, Itsuki. Just look at all you’ve done for others already! Plus, helping those in the industry through their problems is bound to be a good learning experience for you!
So I want you to do your best, Itsuki! Let’s climb these steps to stardom together!