Okay... Now that [%1]'s on board, it's just a matter of getting enough participants involved!
[k]
＠Ishtar
But I think I should choose who to give the crown to myself, seeing as it's the most important part.
[k]
＠Ishtar
There's no shortage of candidates to choose from, but...!
[k]
＠Ishtar
I think I'll trust this vessel's instincts and give it to the ones who look like[line 2]I mean to those two!
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＠Nero
There's a flyer here on the wall... “The Ishtar Cup”? “Beat the heat with a cool summer race”?
[k]
[charaFace B 5]
＠Nero
A race! How delightful!
[k]
＠Nero
One cannot hear the name Emperor Nero and not immediately think of my superb racing skills! That is, after all, how I won the chariot race at Nero Fest!
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
And of course, my victory was strictly an honorable one, with no deceitful skulduggery of any kind.
[k]
[charaFace B 3]
＠Nero
I mean, I may have called for the race to be suspended temporarily when I fell off my vehicle...but I had no ulterior motive for doing so.
[k]
[charaFace B 4]
＠Nero
...Nonetheless, I cannot involve myself with this now.[sr]A race does sound nice, but I have already promised myself I will go to the beach with Master this year.
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
I've even procured a new swimsuit for the occasion.[sr]So I shall pretend I did not see this flyer and[line 2]
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＠Nero
Oh, [%1]![sr]Excellent timing! I was just thinking about you!
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
Are you unoccupied at the moment? Is your schedule open? Ah, no matter, I am certain you will free it up even if it is not.
[k]
＠Nero
I have been made to understand that there is a delightful soiree in Hawaii.
[k]
＠Nero
I wish to attend. I am drawn as a moth to flame.[sr]But I would be lonely were I to go unaccompanied.
[k]
＠Nero
As you are the one who has formed a contract with me,[sr]I trust no further words are needed, [%1]?
[k]
[charaFace B 1]
＠Nero
Let us go and enjoy a vacation in the tropical seas together!
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？1：“I would...but I'd rather see you race.” (Wink)
？2：“You'd look great holding a checkered flag.” (Wink)
？！
[charaFace B 3]
＠Nero
Wh-what's this? You seem more radiant than usual... You gaze upon me with the fiery charm of a goddess exercising her Authority...
[k]
＠Nero
Then you press me against the wall, use one hand to cut off my escape, and whisper sweet nothings in my ear... Umu, I've never seen you so passionate...
[k]
＠Nero
Still, the race... Of course I enjoy racing as well, but...given how spring break turned out, I had my heart set on going to the beach this summ[line 2]
[k]
？1：“You're the only one I want to cheer for.”
？2：“Please. I want you to take first place.”
？！
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[charaEffect H bit_talk_valentine_brilliant]
[charaFace B 1]
＠Nero
...! I-I see. So you wish to cheer only for me, do you!?
[k]
＠Nero
Umu! I cannot refuse such a direct confession as that! The beach can wait until next year!
[k]
[charaFace B 2]
＠Nero
You wish for me to take first place in the race?[sr]Then it shall be done!
[k]
＠Nero
Admittedly, I do not understand why you care so much about this, but I, Nero Claudius, swear I will not fail you!
[k]
＠Nero
And when I win, you shall be prepared to commend me with an embrace worthy of the occasion!
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＠Altria Alter
Hm? I see there is a flyer on the wall... “Ishtar Cup”? “Beat the heat with a cool summer race”?
[k]
＠Altria Alter
...Hmph.
[k]
[se ade95]
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[charaFace C 0]
＠Altria Alter
Another worthless event. This Ishtar... What a shame to see a goddess so given to frivolity.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Chaldea is no playground. It is a collection of warriors who abide by strict rules, execute missions with focus and precision, and maintain order.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
In other words, it is an elite unit that does not take vacations, regardless of the season.
[k]
[charaFace C 4]
＠Altria Alter
...Indeed, none are exempt. Though if any deserved such a holiday, it would be Master, given [&his:her] exceptional achievements under extreme duress.
The only beaches I know of are fraught with raging waves, but I imagine Anne Bonny could introduce me to a fine resort beach with clear skies and calm seas.
[k]
[charaFace C 2]
＠Altria Alter
Very well then. It is decided: I am off to the beach![sr][%1], you shall accompany me!
[k]
[charaFace C 0]
＠Altria Alter
...Yes, I believe that is what I shall say. Hehe, it seems the summer heat has lifted even my spirits.
[k]
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？1：“Hey there. I happened to...overhear you.” (Wink)
？2：“Your voice is as lovely as ever, Altria.” (Wink)
？！
[charaFace C 3]
＠Altria Alter
Wha...! How long have you been there...!?[sr]And why is your face glowing like that!?
[k]
？1：“You know...I'd love to see you take first place.”
？2：“You're the only one I want to cheer for.”
？！
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[charaEffect H bit_talk_valentine_brilliant]
[charaFace C 0]
＠Altria Alter
...
[k]
[charaFace C 4]
＠Altria Alter
...Very well. Speak not another word. You have made your feelings quite clear. I am not so dim-witted as to be oblivious to the significance of such an act.
[k]
[charaFace C 3]
＠Altria Alter
Ordinarily, you ask for nothing. But today, you have made your preferences abundantly clear.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
I am not incapable of understanding another's feelings.
[k]
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＠Tristan
...I am Tristan, merely passing by...[sr]I am the Child of Sadness, and an ill-fortuned poet...
[k]
[charaFace D 0]
＠Tristan
If I may, my foul-tempered liege: Did you say something? I thought someone was speaking of me.
[k]
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＠Altria Alter
Indeed, you are correct![sr]Begone, Tristan! (Blows him away)
[k]
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＠Tristan
As you wish, my liege! (Knocked flying)[sr]But, what am I to do about this waaall!?
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＠Altria Alter
Unwelcome intrusions aside, I have heard your feelings loud and clear. You wish for me to claim victory in this race, correct?
[k]
＠Altria Alter
However...as an Alter, I cannot indulge in hedonistic pleasures.
[k]
[charaFace C 0]
＠Altria Alter
I cannot participate in this race as a king, and so I shall comply by taking a different approach.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
I shall take part in this dubious event by ensuring that it is conducted properly and fairly.
[k]
[charaFace C 1]
＠Altria Alter
Heh... Just you wait.[sr]When next you see me, I shall have a new class.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
I shall then dominate this Ishtar Cup affair and reign supreme as the greatest maid of all time.
[k]
[charaFace C 3]
＠Altria Alter
Once that happens, I expect to hear the rest of what you attempted to tell me earlier. When you do, see that your words of flattery are sufficiently eloquent!
[k]
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＠Ishtar
Uh oh, maybe I overdid it a little... I didn't think those two would turn out to be such pushovers.
[k]
＠Ishtar
I feel like I might have just unwittingly set things into motion that may lead to some serious carnage!
[k]
＠Ishtar
Oh well, at least they're both motivated now, and I'm sure [%1] will figure out a way to survive somehow!
[k]
＠Ishtar
Still, I don't want to stir the pot up any more than I already have, so I think I'll let [%1] handle the rest of the invitations!
[k]
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[charaSet B 1098117302 1 Nero]
[charaSet C 4027002 1 "Altria Alter"]
[charaTalk B]
[charaFace B 1]
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＠Nero
Da Vinciii! It's me![sr]I have need of your convenient genius!
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＠Da Vinci
Oh, Your Majesty.[sr]What is you want toda[line 2]Oho. Ohoho.
[k]
[charaFace E 7]
＠Da Vinci
What a wonderful outfit! You've made a complete one-eighty from your usual masculine getup to showing off quite a lot of skin!
[k]
[charaFace E 1]
＠Da Vinci
What a great way to start my day.[sr]I'll have to return the favor.
[k]
＠Da Vinci
Tell you what: just for today,[sr]I'll give you a 30% hottie discount.
[k]
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＠Nero
Thank you, but I am not here for your wares.[sr]I am here for your skills as an inventor.
[k]
＠Da Vinci
Oh?
[k]
[charaFace B 5]
＠Nero
I have here a blueprint for the vehicle I require.[sr]It must be red, and embody speed, divinity, and Rome!
[k]
＠Nero
I want you to use this blueprint to build for me the fastest, most powerful vehicle in the world. And it must be completed by tomorrow.
[k]
[charaFace E 5]
＠Da Vinci
Tomorrow!? You want me to build you a custom-made race car, from scratch, in a single day!?
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
Correct! But as an emperor, I will not ask the impossible. I have plenty of QP with which I can quite handsomely compensate you.
[k]
[charaFace E 1]
＠Da Vinci
I see... Well, let me see the blueprint.[sr]...[se ad78]Hmm, interesting. You clearly did your homework.
[k]
[charaFace E 0]
＠Da Vinci
Hmm. If Holmes helped me out,[sr]I might be able to handle the engine and frame.
[k]
[charaFace E 4]
＠Da Vinci
But I'm afraid that's all I could do, Your Majesty.[sr]I just don't have enough helpers.
[k]
[charaFace B 6]
＠Nero
Helpers, you say?[sr]What sort of help would you require?
[k]
[charaFace E 0]
＠Da Vinci
A welder, for one thing. I'd need a highly skilled welder in order to recreate this body as smoothly as the design calls for.
[k]
＠Da Vinci
Next, I'd need a dexterous artisan to put together the more detailed parts. It would also be nice if we had someone who could polish the body.
[k]
＠Da Vinci
Finally, we'd need an engineer[line 2]someone who could test the engine and measure its RPM and temperature when it burns gasoline[line 2]
[k]
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＠Altria Alter
Very well then, I shall find these people.
[k]
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＠Nero
What is this!?[sr]Who are you, and where did you come from!?
[k]
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[charaTalk C]
[charaFace C 1]
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＠Altria Alter
Heh. I understand your surprise, for I am just as surprised as you are. I was unaware that it was so pleasant to wear a swimsuit.
[k]
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＠Da Vinci
Well now, if it isn't the ice queen Altria![sr]I must say, it's a surprise to see you like this!
[k]
＠Da Vinci
What bizarre alternate world did I end up in today!? You're in a swimsuit, AND you're saying you'll find me the help I need to build this car!?
[k]
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[charaTalk C]
[charaFace C 5]
[charaFadein C 0.1 1]
＠Altria Alter
Indeed. My original purpose in coming here was to have you build me a race car, but it appears Drama Queen here was one step ahead of me.
[k]
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[charaFace B 5]
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＠Nero
How unfortunate for you, Trench Coat. But it IS fortunate that you are quick to grasp the situation.
[k]
＠Nero
Now that you understand I have beaten you to the punch, you may go. There is no place for you here.
[k]
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[charaTalk C]
[charaFace C 1]
[charaFadein C 0.1 1]
＠Altria Alter
Hmph. If anyone here is fortunate, it is you. Ordinarily I would not hesitate to take your place by force, but today I am here to see justice served.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
At any rate, I took a look at your design, and it does seem as though it would be a formidable race car.[sr]It is somewhat evocative of my sacred sword.
[k]
[charaFace C 11]
＠Altria Alter
Drama Queen, I presume you shall be participating in the Ishtar Cup? As will I.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
I was planning to compete alone, as I specialize in motorcycles.[charaFace C 10][sr]However, upon closer examination, there is a stipulation in this race's entry rules.
[k]
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＠Altria Alter
As you seem to have missed it in your ebullience,[sr]I shall enlighten you. Take a look at this here...
[k]
[se ad7]
[charaFace B 2]
＠Nero
...Hm? Racers must compete in teams of two, with one driving and one acting in a supporting role...!?
[k]
[charaFace C 10]
＠Altria Alter
Indeed. I was as dismayed as you when I first noticed this. A good maid works alone, after all.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Her role is to serve others, not be served herself.[sr]But, such are the rules of this event.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Thus, I came here intending to procure a vehicle, and happened upon another Servant seeking to enter alone.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Drama Queen. You and I may not care for one another in the slightest, but we have few options.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
And so I offer you, the lowest of all Sabers, a chance to team up with the greatest. If you can cooperate with Tamamo Shark, you can cooperate with me.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Do not stand there twiddling that antenna-like strand of hair thinking you will have another chance. You will not. This is a onetime offer. Team up with me now.
[k]
[charaFace B 5]
＠Nero
...I knew you were dull and dour, but I did not know you were so dreadfully blunt as to be THIS dull.
[k]
＠Nero
Very well, I shall overlook your incorrigible insolence. However, I will ask you one thing.
[k]
＠Nero
Why would you go to such lengths to ally with me?[sr]Surely there are others you could ask?
[k]
＠Altria Alter
I have my reasons. However, this much is certain:[sr]I must win this race, no matter the cost.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
If that means I must work with someone like you, so be it. At this moment, I require a skilled partner more than I do a familiar subordinate.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
You appear to be accustomed to racing, and you seem to have more than your fair share of luck.
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
...I see. So you are utterly determined to win this race. What a coincidence! I am too.
[k]
[charaFace B 6]
＠Nero
Very well, I accept your invitation. Fortunately, I have no interest in the reward, so you may have it.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
Is that so? If it is not the reward you seek,[sr]why do you race?
[k]
＠Nero
For the honor of victory, of course.[sr]That is worth more than any mere physical reward.
[k]
[charaFace B 0]
＠Nero
(That said, if this reward will aid Master in some form,[sr]I won't hesitate to keep it all to myself.)
[k]
[charaFace C 0]
＠Altria Alter
Is that so? For me, it is the complete opposite.[sr]I most certainly seek the physical reward.
[k]
＠Altria Alter
(It should be of use to Master, after all. Of course, the important thing is to demonstrate my superior strength above all else.)
[k]
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[charaMove B -200,0 0.4]
＠Nero & Altria Alter
Heh... Hehehehe...
[k]
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[charaFace C 5]
[charaFace B 5]
＠Nero & Altria Alter
Then it is settled!
[k]
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＠Da Vinci
Wow, that was the scariest handshake I've ever seen! You'd think you were about to fight each other to the death instead of team up!
[k]
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＠Nero
Hahaha, I can endure some humiliation if it will bring about my victory.
[k]
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＠Nero
Very well, Trench Coat[line 2]or should I call you[sr]Dark Maid?[line 2]I shall permit you to join me. But first...
[k]
[charaFace B 1]
＠Nero
There is something of utmost importance we must decide. It would be nice if we could do it amicably, but I am sure that is out of the question.
[k]
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[charaFace C 1]
＠Altria Alter
Ah, yes, I was thinking the same myself.[sr]As we are both Sabers, a duel is our only option.
[k]
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[charaTalk off]
[charaMove C 200,0 0.2]
[charaMove B -200,0 0.2]
[cameraMove 0.2 0,-20 1.2]
[charaFace C 2]
[charaFace B 2]
＠Nero & Altria Alter
Let us do battle to see which of us shall be the driver!
