Inazuma Eleven GO: Chrono Stones created by LEVEL-5 Inc.; Nintendo 3DS port published by Nintendo Co., Ltd. (Hino et al., 2015).
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Here I go! OK! Yeeeah! I finally did it! Brilliant! You're getting the hang of it now! Three months have passed since the Saints' Way final. I'm now teaching football to kids from all over the country... And it's all thanks to Axel Blaze's football education programme! Arion!
Arion! Practise with me next! Hey, that's not fair! I'm next! Nu-uh, it's me first! Well, it's great to see you all so keen... Remember to take turns, boys! Oh, hello, Miss Hanabayashi! Hello, Arion! Sorry, but do you think you might have a moment to spare? Of course! OK, everyone. Carry on practising what I showed you. OK!
Hurry up an' kick it! I want a go, too! Arion, you taught me this move...and I'm gonna win with it! Arion, can you teach me how to dribble? I can't get the hang of it at all... Heehee! That's gnarly, dudes! I mean, gnarly like "awesome", not like tree roots. Cos that'd mean you're all wrinkly. Eww... Come on! Bring it on! Hang on. I've got to find a football that's right for me!
So you'll be leaving us tomorrow. I just wanted to tell you before you're back off to Raimon Jr High how lovely it's been to have you with us. We'll miss your face around here. Yeah... My time here's gone so quickly. The kids have come on in leaps and bounds. They look like they're enjoying themselves, too. Thank you, Arion. It's all down to you! No, it's nothing to do with me! If you're going to thank anyone, thank football! Ready yet, Arion? Sorry! Coming!
Coach Blaze,* Football's gone back to being a sport that everyone is passionate about. I'm going to do my best to make sure that every child in the country gets the chance to enjoy playing football!
Wow, it's been a while! I wonder how everybody's doing... I'm really excited about seeing the whole footie team again! Batter up! Eh? How come the baseball club are using the front pitch? Well, I guess we have the whole stadium for football. But still... Something doesn't feel quite right...
Such a stirring melody! But there is something missing. Something that makes me feel...empty... It feels as though I've forgotten something important. My heart yearns for more...
Well, if the baseball club are using the pitch, everybody must be practising in the stadium. I'll head over there now. Oh, I just can't wait to see the team again!
This is the famous sporting school, Raimon Junior High!
Huh...? The football club sign is missing! That sign's been there for years. I wonder if they've sent it to be repaired...? I'll have to ask the others once I've found them.
I've taken it upon myself to stand here and make sure that none of the balls that come flying over damage the flower beds. Let's play ball! I'm going to lead Raimon's baseball club to victory with my lethal pitches! The whole world will know the name of the Inazuma Nine! We're aiming to qualify for the Baseball Frontier tournament again this year! So I talked to the governor and the rugby club can get its own pitch if we come home champions from the next tournament. Sorted! Huh? Oh, this is the main building. The staff room and nurse's room are in here. Just ask one of us teachers if you need something.
Welcome to the Raimon school shop! Feel free to browse! When you come through the entrance here, you can see the staff room on your right, and the school shop and nurse's room on your left. You've been here a while now, so I'm sure you know that, right? Hmm... Maybe I should join a club or something. Or maybe I left it too late. Hmm... You're supposed to check that your shoes aren't muddy before coming into school, but no one ever pays any attention... It'd be nice if they thought about those of us who have to clean up after them for once! I want some new pens. I want a red one, a blue one, a green one, a pink one, an orange one... Oh, what's the matter? If you're not feeling too well, you should lie down and get some rest. But I know all the tricks. No playing sick just to get out of class, OK? Of course, club activities are important, but if you don't study properly, you'll regret it later... Take Riccardo in second year. He's a shining example of a model student!
All the first-year classrooms are here on the first floor. It's also really easy to get around school from here! You've got the school gym to the east, and the west building to the...well, take a guess! Hey, Arion. Have you got a minute? I'm rounding up a few people to go out for a few games of bowling. Are you up for it? No? Oh, well maybe next time, then. Every time I get invited somewhere, I can't say no. I'm starting to run out of pocket money! But I can't stop going out and having fun... That girl you like's chatting to someone in the other classroom! You'd better tell her how you feel soon, or you're going to lose her! I...I'm not ready yet... And she's talking to another boy in there... (yawn) Boy, am I sleepy... Maybe I'll pop off home for a nap... But if I go home, Mum's only going to tell me to do my homework...
These are the second-year classrooms. Looking for someone? You're a first-year, aren't you? How are you finding school? All settled in? Maths is really tough. It's all "circumference" this and "hypotenuse" that. It makes my head hurt! We haven't assigned anyone to be the class prefect, so we keep forgetting to water the plant. Alas, poor Robert... I've been really into these personality tests recently! Try this: if you were a potato, how would you like to be served? Aha, good choice! "Instead of eating and sleeping, you'd much rather play...baseball!" See? It's so accurate! These personality tests don't fit her at all. I don't believe in this pseudoscience lark... How about you? Do you think there's truth in it?
This is the governor's room. She's a very busy lady, so I'm afraid she's not in at the moment. Meooow! (I like the governor's scent. She belongs to me!) Ah, it's good to see youngsters getting into the club spirit! Best of luck in this year's contest!
Look at this bling bracelet! I found it in the school shop and I just had to buy it. I feel so much more confident and relaxed when I'm wearing it. Or maybe I'm just imagining it... Club uniforms are so cool. You'd think even I, in the "go home" club, must dream about wearing one. Wrong! If we wanted to wear a uniform in the "go home" club, we'd probably just make one ourselves. Whew... I'm always blown away by how big this building is. I've got friends in all the big sports clubs, so I'm really into going to the matches and giving them a good old cheer. Should I go and watch the sumo club today? I want to take them some home-made broth to fill them up. Lots and lots of broth... Football club? Hah, good one! Studying's miles better than boring old football!
Hi everybody! I'm ba- Uh! What? What's the basketball club practising here for? Um, excuse me? You don't happen to know where the football club are, do you? You what? Football? This is the football stadium, right? Meant for the football club? What are you going on about? There's no football club here. What?! No football club... The football club room must have moved then. Can you tell me where it is? There's no football club room because there's no football club, doofus! Come on, let's go. Wha... What was up with him? There's no football club at Raimon. Talk about a niche sport. I don't think any school has a football club, do they? That's a bit mean. You'd have thought they could have at least told me where to go... Well, I'll just have to ask everyone what's going on once I've found them.
Enough whinging! Get up! I'm just getting started! Sorry, I'm busy whipping my friend into shape at the moment. Come back later? Ouchie. What a spike! Always remember to warm up. Getting injured is never pleasant. What? A football stadium? What are you talking about? This is the sports hall! Hm, I'm not much good at this. But when I see the others all trying their hardest, I think I'd better make an effort too!
That music! It's the piece that Riccardo always plays. I think it's coming from the music room. I'll go and find out!
This is the sports hall. A lot of the sports clubs here use it for practice.
Beautiful, isn't it? I bet whoever's playing could win any music competition with their hands tied behind their back! The music room's up on the second floor of this building, if you're curious. Our club's great fun! For a start, you get to- ...Hey, could you try to not butt in? I dunno... Is the calligraphy club really all that good? Ahh, that music is just divine! I could listen to it for hours... Playing tennis to music is actually pretty fun! Who'd have thought? Someone's always playing the piano in the music room at about this time.
Eh? The football club? Sorry, can't think. Too hungry... The cakes in the canteen are so blooming tantalising! If I'm not careful, I might wolf down the whole lot. What a beautiful melody... If you're looking for the music room, it's on the second floor. (sigh) The book I wanted is out on loan again. Surprise, surprise... I love reading along to music. With this piano in the background, it's like I have my own personal soundtrack!
These are the third-year classrooms. And I'm going to have to ask you to hush now, cos I'm getting pretty hooked on that piano music. That music... So laden with gravity... Once they get into third year, most students settle down and concentrate on passing their tests. Make sure you don't disturb their studies, do you hear? Ahhh, Riccardo's playing is so enchanting! It speaks to my soul... They say that people aren't blessed with more than one talent, but I don't think that's true. Capable people can do anything they want.
He's good at studying and he can play the piano... No wonder the girls love Riccardo! There's no way I could ever be like that. That second-year Riccardo's playing piano in the music room over there. He's really good! Arion, what are you doing here? Third-year classes are too tough for you! Keep studying, though - you'll be here sooner than you think!
Oh! Captain! Scusa? Captain, I'm so glad I found you. I haven't been able to find anyone else. Captain...? Are you talking to me? Oh! Sorry, sorry. Yeah, I'm captain now, that's right. But where is everybody? No one's practising and it seems like the football club's been moved somewhere... What's going on? Football club? Exactly what are you talking about? What?
There is no football club... There hasn't ever been a football club at this school as far as I'm aware. But... Whaaaaat?! Haha, I fell right into that one. It's not like you to joke around! For a moment there, I thought you were serious! I'm not joking. I've never been in any club but the music club.
What?! You're kidding, right? Are you an exchange student? I'm afraid that if you wanted to join a football club, you should have picked a different school. What's going on?
Riccardo's in the football club? What are you on about? Didn't you just hear him playing the piano? He's in the music club!
I wish I could play like Riccardo. Maybe I'll join the music club! But I can't play any instruments... If only I could fly away and escape all this studying... I'd give my left arm to be a bird. I know it'll never happen. But a boy can dream, can't he? Samguk, Wanli and Subaru? Yes, they're all third-year students here. But I'm afraid we don't have a football club. Ah... I lost. I knew I should have gone for that home run when I had the chance! Oh, do you card duel too? Hehe! That's another win under my belt. And it's all thanks to my shiny new card!
Please be quiet in the library. The books get upset otherwise. Football? There should be at least one book about that somewhere on the sport shelf. You mean a club? Not a book? Oh! Is there a football club at this school? I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls?
The football club can't not exist...can it? They must be pulling my leg. Ah, Sam!
Huh? I'm so glad I found you! Riccardo's acting really weird. Has something strange happened to the football club? The football club? You must be a new student. How about joining our sumo club? You're more than welcome...to wrestle! S... Sumo? Football's not a real sport, first-year! If you want a real game, come and try out some rugby! Runaway Train! Charrrrrrge!!! Sorry, I've no interest in football. Sorry, I'm busy. Never heard of a fussball club. Sorry, but I'm not interested in any club activities. Buh, same. Eh? Who are you, like? You what? No one plays football. It's a dead sport.
Just what's going on? If this is a joke, they're going a bit too far. I wonder if I upset them somehow... Ah! JP! JP! Wait a minute!
Football club? Sorry, there's no football club at this school. I'm not much cop at physical stuff, but I do enjoy watching a good game of baseball. I'm really into baseball at the moment. The Baseball Frontier tournament's round the corner too. Can't wait!
Is he going to the gym? I'll follow him and find out what he's up to!
The little guy with the bandana? I'm pretty sure he went in the gym. Yeah, I see that kid a lot. He seems to be really into his club. Talk about team spirit! I think you've got what it takes to be an athletics legend. The question is, do YOU? Our coach said to run like the wind. But it's no breeze... I'm like the wind... Like the wind! Look at the way that girl runs. Such perfect form! I wish I were half as athletic as her. Eh? A first-year wearing a bandana? Sorry, I've been too busy daydreaming... This is the gym! The table tennis club and handball club are practising inside. The table tennis club just got their hands on a first-year with some crazy jumping skills. You'll have to see it to believe it! The door on the left takes you into the main building. Go north for the dojo. If you're looking for the first-year kid wearing the bandana, he went in the gym over on the right, there. Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. You're looking for JP, are you? Have you tried the gym?
Football club? Um, sorry, don't know anything about that. Eh? You're looking for a football club? But why did you come to Raimon? We don't have a football club here! Join the basketball club or something. Doubt you'll get in the main team, though... You like football? That's a bit odd! You're the first person I've ever met that likes it! Oh, you don't look too well at all. What's the matter? You want to join the football club? There is no football club at this school, I'm afraid. You could try to gather enough members, but then you still wouldn't have a club room or a place to practise!
Football stadium? Sorry, I don't know about that. Is there one at this school? You've got the school gym to the east, and the west building to the...well, take a guess! Aitor? Isn't he in the brass band? Anyway, never mind that. Are you free now? We're thinking about going out and having some fun. Wanna come? Come on! If you're not quick about telling her how you feel, another boy's going to steal her from you! If you can't tell her, then just invite her out or something! You've got to at least make friends with her first! Ugh, I'm still not ready... If that lad wasn't there, I might be able to... I really like the girl in the classroom over there but I just don't have the courage to go and talk to her... (yawn) Boy, am I sleepy... Maybe I'll head down to the nurse's room for a nap... But that nurse can always tell when you're playing sick...
This is the west building. The canteen and library are inside. Oh! And the music room, too! Oh, Arion! Make sure you're not late for today's practice! I want to give Riccardo something to help him, but what should I get him? It's so difficult... A towel or some kind of sports drink, you say? What on earth would he need those for? What a serve! Well, what do you think? I'm pretty nifty with a racquet, aren't I? Gah, missed again! I wish he'd stop with those spinning serves...
I'm in the photography club! Mind if I take your photo? OK! Say cheese! This is the dojo. The judo club and kendo club practise inside. I'm not skiving off practice! I'm just having a little rest...
A football club? Never mind that. Why don't you try kendo instead? It makes you stronger, in body and in mind. I think it'd suit you! My friend here's like the loveliest person alive, so she's dead popular with the first-year girls in the club. It's a right pain how she gets all the attention, though. I'M the manager! My teacher's always telling me that it's not just my skills I need to work on but also my frame of mind. But how do you go about training your mind...? I dunno anything about a football club. Soz.
The table tennis and handball clubs are aiming high in the next tournament! Would you like to join the table tennis club? Yeah, the baseball and basketball clubs have been doing well lately, but we're really coming into our own too. Just watch this serve! Uh, the ball's so fast I can't even see it... Were there flames coming off it too?! Are you interested in handball? Hehehe... Would you like to try? 'Scuse us. We can't practise with you in the way. In handball, you use a different size and weight of ball depending on the age of the players. Did you know that?
JP! Ah! You! Are you a first-year?* Huh? J'suis Jean-Pierre Lapin, from the table tennis club! Do you want to join? Oi! Just wait a minute! Arion! Skie! You recognise me? Of course I do. But you can't go and join the table tennis club. Because we...are in the football club. Because we...are in the calligraphy club. Calligraphy?!
Ugh... What's up with everybody...? Hey! Are you going down to Riverside to watch the game? I am! We'd better hurry though, or we'll miss the start! A game over at Riverside... It must be a football match! There's a pitch down there, so it has to be! I bet they've just been stringing me along all this time! I'll go down there and find out.
You're still looking for the football club? I already told you there isn't one. Don't you believe me? Honestly, you'd be better off looking for another club.
I tried telling this girl I liked about my feelings for her, but in the end she rejected me... Well, plenty more fish in the sea! There's a cute first-year girl in the calligraphy club that I really like, actually... Look at the way that girl runs. Such perfect form! I wish I were half as athletic as her. I wish I could cheer her on, but I'm just too shy. But it's OK. I'll support her from afar... The door on the left takes you into the main building. Go north for the dojo. Raimon's pretty big, so it's not unheard of for people to get lost from time to time. Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. You always look like you're in a hurry to get somewhere.
See, this is the problem with these newfangled phones. They've got too many functions. Can't write so much as a simple text message! But I'll be darned if I'm going to be beaten by these young 'uns! No, not like that, Dad! You have to open the menu first. Use this button... My dad has this new mobile, but he can't use it for toffee. It'll take a while to teach him how to use it. Whoooosh! I'm so fast, no one can catch me! Nuh-uh, you didn't catch me. I only stopped cos you talked to me! I got the train times mixed up, so I'm here way too early. Didn't bring a book with me, either... The breeze here is so refreshing. It's so easy to gaze out at the view and lose track of time. Before you know it, you're old! Oh, hello! Great to see you Raimon kids bursting with energy, as always. My mum asked me to come and post this letter. But why are there two slots?
Please don't rush for your train or disturb other passengers when boarding. Well, not that I need to tell well-behaved kids like you! The cake shop in the shopping area was really swish. Let's go together next time. The ramen bar in the shopping area serves scrummy noodles! Let's go together sometime!
What?! Another baseball ground... Where's the football pitch? What's going on? It's not just that there's no football club any more - it's as if everyone has forgotten about football... How come...? Everybody was so in love with football! Why have they all forgotten? It's almost like football's been...erased!
Negative. Football has not been erased. Football has not been completely erased. Arion Sherwind. Football will now be erased from you too. What?! Who are you? I am Alpha. My mission is to erase football. Erase...football?! You are all that is left. Remaining traces vector on you. I'm all that's left? Only me?
I don't know what's going on, but everyone at Raimon's acting strangely and you seem to be the culprit! Are you behind all this? Affirmative. How could you?! I won't let you get away with this! Put everybody back to normal! Give football back!!! Negative. On the contrary, football will be erased completely. No... I won't let you do that! That is outside of your power.
Time Travel Mode Huh? Wait- Wait! Waaaaaaaaaaaah!!!
Err... Where am I? Hold on... I think I know where this is!
Ain't seen you around here before. Lemme guess...school trip? Unless you're hitting the waves every hour, it's impossible to manage the shop all day under this sun. Maybe I'll take a siesta... S'up bro? You come to hit the surf? Going for a walk? You'll have quite the...ah, radical stroll along Lullaby Bay to the east.
This place, it's... Come on, sweet pea. It's time to get going. OK! Mum?! And that's...me? This is that time in Okinawa. Is this a dream...? Oh, the doggy! Wait, Arion! No... I'm not dreaming! This is the day when I was first introduced to football, ten years ago. But how?! You do not need to comprehend. You must simply come to terms with the new reality unfolding before you. From this day, football will mean nothing to you.
Arion!!! Yes, this was the place. This is where I fell in love with football. After that ball saved my life, I devoted my life to football. Initiating corrections. Projectile Mode Ah! Arion! Arion!!! Divergence point interrupt, correction complete!
Don't worry. You didn't die. You recovered fully one month forward of these time coordinates. But your football has now been erased. What?! Ugh! Ohh!!! Uh, what? Football... I must... Ughghhhhh... The unnecessary memories are being erased from your brain. Ugh! Grr... Ahh!!! That's it. It's over. Mission complete. Wait... Hmm? I...love football... What?! I love football! I really love it. Football means everything to me. I must protect it...no matter what! Impossible... There's no way I could forget it. I won't let you take football away from me!!! (pant pant)
What is happening? The timeline interrupt does not seem to have affected Arion Sherwind. He intends to fight this new version of reality. But that's absurd! That shouldn't even be within the realms of possibility! It's an interesting development. We shall have to continue our observations.
Roger. Will comply. What? Who are you talking to? Situation resolved. A new plan has been proposed.
What? What just happened? You should be glad. Now it's time for your beloved football to take centre stage.
You're football players? Such a trivial term is inadequate to describe us. We are time agents and are permitted to intervene in the flow of time. Our mission is to create a new timeline, one where football is erased from the world. That's crazy!
Affirmative... We will...erase football. Projectile Mode* I won't let you erase football! Heavenly Horse, Arch Pegasus!
Uh! Your Fighting Spirit is...pitiful. Ugh! I've never come up against anything like this before. Affirmative. And you never will again.
Oof... Uh... Well? Did you enjoy that? Ah... Uh! Nggh... (pant) Urrgh... Do you feel it now? That is the true terror of football. Football is pain, it is hardship...and it is suffering. We don't need pain and suffering...and we don't need football. We...we do...
We DO need football! "We do need football." Don't we? That's what you wanted to say, right? Huh? Who...? Who is this? My name is Fei Rune. And like you, Arion...I believe that we do need football.
Are you enjoying ganging up on him? Well, now that the numbers are more equal, how about we sort this out football-style? Equal? Two against eleven isn't my idea of equal... Don't worry, just leave this to me! ...Understood. We will wait. Let us know when you are ready to proceed.
Don't worry, leave it to me! It is pointless to try and challenge us. Hehehe... We're erasing football and that's that! Ahaha! Don't tell me the two of you plan to take us on alone! Football is a meaningless pursuit.
We're fully prepared to commence operations. Are you? What a waste of time... I see. However, it seems you're lacking in manpower...
How about this? Wh-wha? Very well...
Gammon! I'm literally expecting, like, a lot of customers in again today! Oh, we're gonna get pretty busy fer sure... Right, if we're all set, it'd be rad if you could start with- Gammon? Are you there? Typical! He would slope off just as we were about to open. That's like, so not cool!
Huh? Where'd this mic come from? If you would be so kind. Oh! Like, sure! Leave it to me, mysterious dudes! Player data from both teams has been implanted into this man's brain. He will provide commentary on the match. We hear that commentary is a vital part of the football experience. Yeah, I guess... We have registered our team name as "Protocol Omega". Your team name remains unclear, however... Ah, this was a bit of an improvisation, so we haven't thought of a name yet. Hmm, let's see. How about... The Sherwinds! This team is for you, after all. I think it fits really well. The Sherwinds? Haha! Oh, and you'll be needing this! Huh? The captain's armband? Yes, you are the captain, right? Get your boards waxed, cos the Protocol Omega v The Sherwinds match is about to begin!
Cowabunga! Kick-off time! I'm broadcasting to you live direct from Bodacious Beach!
Commencing operations. Ouch! Poor little gremlin never stood a chance! Protocol Omega whisked that ball away with outrageous speed! What happened? Don't worry. Your eyes just need to get used to working at this speed. Come on, let's keep up the fight! ... He stopped? What is he thinking? Go for it, Arion! Now we have a chance to steal the ball back from them! O-OK!
Yes! I got it! Confirming Arion Sherwind's abilities... All within reported parameters. Never mind the parameters, Arion. Just try shooting! Not likely! Ugh... I'm open, Arion! Pass to me! OK! Here we go!
Hah! Bouncing Bunny! Ha! How about that? Not bad, I must say! It's time to stop this child's play. Let's wipe them out.
Sovereign of the Skies, Feng-Huang! Armourfy!
Whoooa, did you guys just see that? One of the players just maxed out! Off the Richter scale doesn't even cover it! What? He transformed! What kind of power is that? That's what we call an armourfied Fighting Spirit. The spirit envelops the body, becoming a kind of armour and changing your appearance. You can't stay in this armourfied form for too long, but you can access far superior powers than with a regular Fighting Spirit. Armourfied Fighting Spirit? Using the Fighting Spirit as armour? You can really do that?
What a shot... Don't worry! It's just one goal! Come on, let's start the counterattack! OK!
Ugh, they're too strong. But if I use the power of my Fighting Spirit, we should get somewhere! Hurrgh...Pegasus Punch!!!
(pant pant) Should have known it would be hard for the duplies to stay out. But we don't need much longer...* Hm? Oh, looks like the first half's almost over... It is, but that's not what I'm waiting for. It's coming... 3...2...1!
What?! Hello there, Arion! A very, very good morning to you! Me? Now I know I must be dreaming... Excellent first half, dudes!
A fixed rest interval... Somewhat of a nuisance. I knew you'd turn up, Wonderbot! And just in the nick of time, too! Oh, yes? In a bit of a pickle, are we? You could say that. This match is pretty tough. Well, it's a good job the legendary coach, Clark von Wonderbar, is here to save the day! What, you? A coach?! But you're a teddy bear!
They disappeared! They're my "duplies". Kind of like clones, except they don't have their own bodies. You mean...they don't really exist? Well, you could put it that way. I have other news, Arion. During the match, I was able to fix the old timeline. Your first taste of football is now as it should be! You mean it's back to normal?! Indeed! It takes a while before the effects of an interrupt are fully felt. If you can catch it early, it's quite treatable! Umm...if you say so? Hey, never mind about that, Wonderbot! Do you have the thing I asked you for? What do you take me for? Since when has the magnificent Clark von Wunderbar ever let you down? So you got it? That's great! Quick, let's see it!
Ha! Don't blow a gasket! I risked my neck getting hold of this chap. Thank me later... OK, we're all set! Let's go! Whoa! A dinosaur! It's a T-Rex! Come on, Fei! Time to miximax! OK! Wh-what's happening? Aggggggghhhhh!!! Fei, are you OK? Yup! Mixed to the max!
Something's changed about you. The Miximax Guns infused me with the T-Rex's aura, so now we share some similarities. That's why I look like this! Oh... Wow! Wow is an understatement!
Hang tight for a gnarlatious second haaaaaaalf! "Gnarlatious"? Now I'm fairly sure that isn't in the dictionary... The second half is go! Protocol Omega have possession of the ball, so this is gonna be a mondo intense game!
OK, let's get this started. Hm. Wow! That's a big improvement on before. You're so strong! Arion! Don't lose focus! Concentrate on the game at hand! That's easy for you to say. You're a dinosaur!
Ugh... That speed. We'll never get the ball back! It's OK! Watch your opponents' movements carefully! You can do it, just relax!
Maybe I can keep up after all! See, I told you. Your eyes just weren't used to following this kind of speed. Ha! We're going to get you! Oh no! I have to concentrate... Just like I did when I first summoned my Fighting Spirit... Grrrrrrraaaaagh! Not so fast! Come on! I can do this! Crazy paving! Arion Sherwind suddenly pulls off a couple of rad new special moves! I...I did it! Wow! That's amazing, Arion! So this is the boy himself. Arion Sherwind.
Fei Rune has snatched a goal back with a legendary shot! What a primo match this is becoming! Amazing!
This is Alpha. Affirmative. Huh? ...Roger. Will comply as ordered. What is it? The timeline interrupt we carried out earlier on Arion Sherwind has been rendered ineffective. What? How could that be? They must have interfered. Time, by its very nature, strives to return to its original path. A reconverged flow will be far more difficult to interrupt a second time. This match is over.*
Well, if you're forfeiting the match, that means we're the winners! ... Is...is that a flying saucer?! Fei! Tell me! What's going on here? What's going to happen to the football club? ...What's going to happen to football?! Let's start from the beginning. We...come from 200 years in the future. The future? That's right. I came here to stop those who seek to erase football from history. Tell me, do you understand what a parallel world is? Uhhhm... Let me explain. This arrow represents what should be the normal flow of time. It's just one big line that goes on straight, right? However... If a change occurs at one point in time, the flow will split and create separate branches. These are known as parallel worlds. Because our opponents have been going back in time, changing important events in the history of Raimon Football Club...they've managed to create a world where the club never existed. In other words... You mean the football club's just...gone? I'm afraid so. But they won't just stop there. They want to erase football itself from existence. But why?! The existence of football is...problematic. Well, at least to them it is. And who are these people? The council who govern the entire world... El Dorado.
Forgive me, Chairman Argos. Failure cannot be permitted. Unless we erase football, the world is in jeopardy. You understand this, Alpha... The world is at war, and we're up against the Hyper-Evolved Children. A terrible foe indeed! They have incredible ability in every quantifiable aspect of performance. Need we remind you that they regard us as inferior beings? That they are trying to exert control over us? Their N-Gen organisation threatens not only us, but the entire human race. We must neutralise them swiftly. Their genome emerged from superior football players. They were born out of football. That is why the development of football and the irregular evolution of mankind must be brought to an end. Are we understood? Perfectly, sir. Then do not disappoint us again, Alpha. Yes, sir. We are already preparing our next move...
So that's what's happening in the future... El Dorado is scared of the Hyper-Evolved Children. That's why they're trying to erase football, so that those children will never be born into the world. But erasing football...? I don't care what the reason is, no one has the right to do that! I agree. Unfortunately, that's not how El Dorado see it. But they were playing football. They use football, and yet they want to erase it... That's just the most natural way to do it. Fight football with football. To be beaten at your own game brings the most despair, and that's what they're aiming for. Even though football is so much fun? Yeah, football is fun, and people need football in their lives. That's why I've come here. To save you all. But why you, Fei? In the future, there are a lot of people just like you, Arion - people who really love football. I don't want to lose football either. So you went out of your way just to help me? That's right. And I'm going to help you save football, Arion! Thank you, Fei! Come on, first we've got to put your football club back to normal. For that, we'll need to go back to where it all began... 11 years ago, when Mark Evans first created Raimon Football Club. You mean...we're going back to Coach Evans's Raimon days? Right. Raimon Football Club was erased by an interrupt somewhere along the timeline. When an interrupt occurs, history branches off down a different path. Protocol Omega must have caused an interrupt somewhere in the club's past, changing the future. Right. They've messed everything up! Exactly. And that's why we have to put those events back in place! OK! I get it!
Good! Well that settles things! Let's get you two aboard the Inazuma Time Machine Bus!
Time to board the TM Bus! Chop chop!
This is a time machine? Yeah. Technically speaking, it's a space-time displacement device. It utilises wormholes to facilitate travel to different times and places. I built this beauty myself based on the designs of your old Inazuma Bus. It's a classic, I must say! So, can we drive through time in this? Yup. However, there are certain conditions that need to be met. To jump to a specific time, we need some kind of guide to lead us there. We need an artefact! Said artefact must be from a specific place and time, and it needs to be suffused with the essence of that period. If we don't have an artefact, we can't open a wormhole, and it'll be impossible to jump through time. OK, so what would we need to take us back to when Coach Evans created the football club? That's a good question... Something filled with the essence of the time period... Hmmm... I've got it! Let's look in the old football club room! That's where Coach Evans used to hang out, so there's bound to be something. Sounds like a plan! Let's head back to Arion's present and find an artefact!
Wha-?! Who are you, then? Let's put the plan into action. You are all going to cooperate with us.
Here we are! You see? Thankfully, it's a doddle to get you back to your own time. OK, Arion. To the old football club room. Lead on!
Shh! Quiet! I'm looking at my favourite teacher's car. Don't disturb me! If you're going out this way to visit the shopping area, remember to look both ways before crossing the road! Aww, what a cute kitty-cat! Where did you come from? Are you lost? Wah! How long have you been standing there? Mrrow! (I'm only acting cute in the hope that you give me some food.) Meow mrroow! (I wish for a fishy dish!) They say a second-year boy in the fishing club caught a tuna! ...HOW? Running up and down these steps is a great way to build your leg muscles. Think you can step up to the challenge?
Music really is food for the soul. What kind of music do you like listening to? Me? I'd say classical music, hands down. It's so relaxing.
Arion...Sherwind... Oh, me? W-what is it? No more pain...no more...football... Erase...football!
Ugh! I'm not sure what's going on here... But I'm not going to let them beat us!
I heard that this building here used to be the football club room a long time ago... Now it's just a storeroom for some old junk. I wonder how long they'll keep it there. So how's the search for a new club going?
Football is...worthless... Erase...football!
Huh? Where are we? What...just...happened? Hmmm. I think they must have been under Protocol Omega's mind control. What?! Why would they do that? Simple - they want to use football to destroy us. They can hurt you directly by using the people of this time period without having to go to the trouble of changing the timeline. In the worst case scenario, losing a football battle could subject you to mind control yourself, so take care! Oh! OK! Let's get back to business. We're looking for an artefact in the old club room, remember?
Football is duller than daytime TV! Football's so last millennium! Football's not coming home, ever!
Football is the enemy of peace and love! Football's a game for losers! Football is an utter waste of time!
Football is an eyesore! Football has no place here!
We don't need football in this world! Football's the stupidest thing ever!
Football should be axed! Football can just buzz off!
(cough cough) Is this it? Is this the club room? It just looks like some kind of broom cupboard! History's been changed, so the use of this building has changed too. Coach Evans said that this building was here long before he and his friends ever used it. There must be something we can use! What's this? Yes, this is it! The club sign! They used this sign back in Coach Evans's day too. We could use this as an artefact, right? We could! Splendid! Let's get that installed right away, so we can time travel back to the Raimon Junior High of 11 years ago!
We won't be able to come back to this time for a while, Arion, so make sure you're well prepared. Are you ready? Just let me know when you're done!
Arion, just place the artefact on that circular sensor to install it. Artefact installed! Do you think it'll work? Like you always say...it'll be fine! Yeah! You're right! OK, seat belts on! Wormhole coordinates confirmed. Commencing time jump in...
5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Blast off!
(gasp) Would you look at those cherry blossoms! Simply stunning! We're here... This is the day Mark Evans started at Raimon. But as of right now, he hasn't even joined the football club, never mind become its captain... Well, by my watch, he should be showing up at school any moment now!
Mark Evans before he started football... Football! At last, I'm here! At last, I'm here! Raimon Junior High!
What's the matter, Arion? Uh, nothing. So, Coach Evans is just about to go and set up Raimon Football Club, right? Yeah. If nothing gets in his way... Huh? What's that noise?
Pleasure to make all of your acquaintances. I am Clark von Wunderbar.
Allow me to introduce a new state-of-the-art messaging service called InaLink! You can use it to keep in touch and chat with any of your pals no matter where in time and space you happen to be. I took the liberty of installing the InaLink app on the mobile phones of all Raimon Football Club members, for your delectation! Wh-when did he get the chance to do that...? Wonderbot's great like that. Now, Mark should be about to visit the staff room to hand in his football club application. Let's follow him!
I'm in the gardening club and we're always tending to the Raimon flower beds. We have to water them every day, and there's weeding and fertilising to do too. Here's hoping they'll look just as pretty ten years from now! When I see someone stop and take the time to look at our flower beds, it makes me feel proud. They're my babies! I got put on ball pick-up duty not long after I joined the baseball club. The older lads are always hitting home-runs, so I have to go looking for the lost balls... I'm glad they can hit home-runs, but I just wish they'd go and look for the balls themselves. Oh! Are you a new student? Well, good on you for passing the entrance exam! The entrance ceremony's finally here! I was beginning to think I'd grow old before I got to be a junior high student! Raimon's a really big school! Dunno how I'm going to find my way around... These flowers are really coming along well, aren't they? Thank the science club's premium grade fertiliser for that one! Go west to get to the club rooms. Have you given a thought to which club you'll join yet? I hear there are lots of new students this year! I wonder how many we'll get in the athletics club... Hey, new kid! Want to join the baseball club? What? The football club? There's no football club at Raimon! You can go inside through that door. Make sure you take off your shoes and put them in the right box.
I'm a tinkerer through and through, and I'm quite partial to a good car wash. Anyone care to continue? I'll go next, then. I'm Fei Rune, and my favourite hobby is football. This looks like fun! I'm Arion Sherwind! And football is my absolute favourite thing in the whole world! Um...this is how we're meant to be using this, right? Correct, Master Sherwind! You certainly are a fast learner!
In the art club, we have lots of traditions that we like to pass on from one generation to the next. One is the Challenge Spirit! That means we take on any and all shows and exhibitions, no matter how tough! My contribution will be in the form of a paper collage. I'll really stick it to them! There I was trying to [canvas] for some new club members, when all of a sudden, I saw a kitty! I ran after it, of course. And guess what? It got away. This old shed's a bit of a ramshackle affair. I wish they'd tidy it up a bit... Do you fancy joining the rugby club? I'm their manager! I've been told to go out and find some new members for the basketball club. But I can't seem to find any new students... Meooooooow.
The home economics teacher is really great. Everyone loves him. He's very strict during class, but if you don't understand something, he'll always explain things carefully to you later. I think I'll go ask him a question later... If a teacher wants to be popular, he should always take the time to explain things to his students. Are you a student here? Oh, well, no matter. Please, feel free to browse. Can't believe I'm already one of the older kids at school. I hope I can be a good example to the new students! Err...Graham, was it? Well, I don't know! Raimon's a big school. You can't expect me to remember every single student's name! The homework they give you here is [a] harder than it was at primary school. I have to hit the books a bit more... I came to buy a pencil, but they've got some pretty nice pens here too. And phwoar, look at that notebook! I love novels with historical settings. Let me know if you have any recommendations.
I'd like to submit my application to join the football club! What? Oh, I'm sorry but I'm afraid we don't have a football club at this school right now. What?! What?! Shh! I know it's exciting, but don't give us away, OK? Sorry, couldn't help it... Well, if there isn't a football club at Raimon... I'll just have to make one then, won't I! Where's he going? He's probably heading to the club room. We should head there too.
What are you doing here? Unauthorised personnel are not permitted in the school buildings. Sir! I want to start a calligraphy club! Oh! You're very enthusiastic, aren't you! You'll need to round up some members first!
This is the football club room? It's a bit dirty... Come on! We'll just have to clean this place up a bit, that's all. Let's get to work, Silvia! OK! This is where it all starts. The history of Raimon Football Club... You can expect Protocol Omega to show up at any second to change all this... To keep the club as it should be, we'll have to be on our guard when they do show up. Right. So, Arion. Are those two...how shall I put this...er, love birds? Wonderbot! That's not a very appropriate thing to ask... I've got it! Here's the club room sign! Once we've hung this up, everything should be ready. Yeah! OK! Raimon Football Club is now open! We'll have to gather as many members as we can. Yeah! And once we have them, I've got so many plans for the club. And then there's the Football Frontier tournament to think about... Not likely. Raimon Football Club will not be taking part. Friend of yours, Silvia? No, I've never seen him before. They're here! It's Alpha! It's been decided. The football club will not continue. What are you talking about? Who says we can't continue? I just need to round up a few members and then I'll have a club! There is no one here who likes football. No one?! What are you saying? There are loads of people who love football. Me for one! Right! You will not love it for very much longer. I will never, ever, not love football! Is that so? Huh?! Ahh! They just disappeared! Quickly, after them!
Where am I? The last place you will ever love football. Fei, where are we? The Football Frontier Stadium... This is where Mark Evans and the Raimon team battled to become national champions. What's going on here? You will now play us in a game! What, football? Coach Evans! Erm, I mean, Mark! These lot are trying to erase football! Uh, who are you? Ah... I'm Arion Sherwind. Um...er... Well, it's difficult to explain... Anyway, I really love football, and that's why I came here - to save it! You have to believe me! We're here to help you, Mark! OK. You believe me?! Of course! If you say you love football, then I have to believe you. If someone really loves something, they can't lie about it. Request information on potential targets. Information received. They've travelled through time to stop us from implementing the interrupt. And it appears that they've already been battling against us in another parallel world. Understood. How should we proceed? We can use this opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. We'll erase football from Mark Evans and Arion Sherwind both. Oi! You lot! Are you really planning to erase football? Affirmative. OK, then. If you want a match, you've got one! And I'm going to show you just how much fun football can be!
Is everything going to be OK? You needn't worry. Not while the mighty coach Clark von Wunderbar is behind you! Haha! You've no chance. Keep out of our way. We're taking football away from you. Hah, we'll crush you.
OK! Are we ready for the match? Oh, well get a move on and let me know when you're ready. Right, then let's play football! Dude, this isn't the kitchen! Where are all my utensils? This isn't even the beach! What's all of this bogus grass doing here? If you would be so kind... Sure, future bros. I'll help you out. OK! Let's play football! Yeah!
Time to hang loose, dudes. The Protocol Omega v Sherwinds match is about to start! This time broadcasting to you direct from the Football Frontier Stadium, wherever that is!
Commencing operations. No! They're making mincemeat of my duplies! This...isn't right. This isn't what football's supposed to be! Yeah! Evans. You don't yet comprehend the terrible power that you wield. Oh yeah? Well, maybe we'll find out soon! That's not real football you're playing. The ball's not there to inflict injuries! That's right... You're making football sad! Yeah! That's a good way to put it! Erm, it's Arion, right? That's right! Alpha! Using the ball in that way will make football cry! Soon football's tears will cease, as it will be extinguished. And you, Mark Evans, will be extinguished along with it. Now initiating the interrupt routine for Mark Evans. OK, bring it on!
I'm going to stop it! If I don't stop this, we'll lose... And football will be wiped out! Uooohhhh!!! He did it! He used God Hand! How... Really? He used that here? A parallel world resonance phenomenon! I saved it! I did it! I really did it! It's a space-time resonance phenomenon. There are multiple Mark Evanses coming from all the existing parallel worlds... They're concentrating all their powers in one place to try and stop us. Be careful. This Mark Evans does not conform to our data. Roger that.
Mission complete. Continuation of this fight has been deemed unnecessary. Blast! I'm not giving up now! Fortune smiles on those who fight till the bitter end! Right! I'm not giving up either! We're definitely going to win!
Alpha, on your command! Tactical Play AX3!
It's coming! I'll stop this one too! Ugh! Primo save, little dude! Evans summoned up a Fighting Spirit to pull off a rad catch! The Sherwinds are hot-dogging this match! What was that?! It's your Fighting Spirit, Mark! Fighting Spirit? This is the effect of space-time... It's allowed you to progress at a highly accelerated pace! How superb! How stupendous! Simply out of this world! Oh, I can barely contain myself! Hee hee! Why have you turned pink? Oh, it's just the old excitement gauge. It fills up from time to time! Nothing at all to be concerned about! Hee hoo hoo! How's about that, Alpha?! You're never going to be able to get me to hate football! We've got to make sure Mark creates the football club. We can't lose this match! The future of football rests on Raimon Football Club!
Fei, are you OK? It must be hard to keep control over all those duplies... Maybe a little...
Hey! Huh? How about letting me play? Victor? Victor! You came... Huh? You're not Victor... No, I'm not Victor, but you weren't far off. I'm his older brother, Vladimir Blade.
Arion, right? Vladimir... But you can walk! I'll explain later. First, we've got an enemy to fight. O...OK! I'm so happy I get the chance to play football with you. As am I with you. Plus I'm eager to play alongside the great Mark Evans. Me too! Who's this, then? Vladimir Blade... Another powerful ally from a parallel world. Identity of male target confirmed... He's an error yielded by the Victor Blade interrupt. You mean he's from a new timeline we brought into existence? If he's an error, let's correct him. The Sherwinds have been joined by Vladimir Blade for the second half! I'm totally stoked to see how this turns out, and you should be too!
Mission complete. Continuation of this fight has been deemed unnecessary. Blast! I'm not giving up now! Fortune smiles on those who fight till the bitter end! Right! I'm not giving up either! We're definitely going to win!
You will be corrected. I think not. Great! Vladimir really knows how to play! It's Fighting Spirit time! We need to finish this in one fell swoop! With me! OK! Guuuuaaahhhh!!! Vladimir can armourfy his Fighting Spirit!!! You can do it too, Arion. Give it a try! What? Really...? But how?!
I can do that too! I can armourfy! Here goes! Heavenly Horse, Arch Pegasus! Armourfy! Wow, I really did it! I armourfied my Fighting Spirit! How did they manage that...? Great! How does it feel? Power's welling up inside me! I feel like...I can do almost anything! Let's do it! OK!
So this is armourfying... Amazing! You really did it, Arion! That was great!
Gooooooaaaaaallll! Vladimir Blade's armourfied spirit has totally shaken up that goalie's world! He really is a powerful individual... Goodness, this match is heating up! Somebody turn on the air conditioning! WHEW!
Alpha, this is unseemly. Sir... Your orders? Withdraw. ...Roger. What? What's going on? We're abandoning the match. We did it... Mark's going to be able to create the football club. We preserved the timeline, Arion! That means we won! We did it! What a day... We've got Vladimir to thank for all this. Yeah. But before we celebrate, I'd like to hear his story.
I wish I knew what was going on... Just who were those people? Well? Come on, then! Find out what he has to say!
Gammon! I'm opening the shop! If you're in the loo, then get a move on! We've got work to do! Right, let's open this baby! Gonna be an awesome day! Huh? Wait, did you already get here first, babe? Man...
Thank you, Vladimir! Arion, please let me join you. I want to help. You'd do that?! For Victor's sake... Victor's? Arion, I'm different from the Vladimir you know. In your world, I was injured aged twelve, when Victor was just seven years old. I couldn't play football any more, right? That's right... In my world, that accident never happened. (gasp) This meant that both Victor and I could continue playing football. We both got quite decent at it and started talking about going to a football academy somewhere abroad... An academy? Wow! But then...
I'm so proud of our boys, getting into the football academy. Do you think we'll be able to send them both? I'm sorry, dorogaya, but I don't think we can afford to. What with the expenses, we only have enough to send one of them. That's what I was afraid you'd say... I wish we could, I really do. They're both incredibly talented. Who knows? Maybe they'll both go on to become world-class players anyway... I won't go. Huh?! Let Vitya go. It will be a great opportunity for him. You heard all that? Nu-uh, Volodya. You go! You deserve it! No more than you! No really, forget about me. I'm getting tired of football anyway. But Vitya...
Victor said that?! Of course, he didn't really feel that way. But all the same, he threw out all his footballing gear and never kicked a football again. He did it all for me. In the end, I went abroad thanks to his sacrifice. I see... But this was all El Dorado's ploy to steal football from Victor because he's part of Raimon Football Club, right? It was. And once I became successful, they appeared to me. They came to steal football from me too. They attacked you too?! Hmm, your fame would have a large effect on the football-loving youth in your world. That's why they put you in their crosshairs. Yes, but then someone sent me information about how to manipulate space-time, and so here I am. They didn't mention who they were. There was just a note saying that they wanted to help those who love football. Strange... And not only that, whoever was responsible also sent me this time band. This is how I can travel through time. I don't really get all of this... But I can see you're fighting those guys to protect football. That's right! Well then, I'll fight them too! Mark, don't you have a football club to create? Wouldn't that be the best way for you to protect football? Yes, she's right! If you create the football club at Raimon, it'll really make football happy! Hmm. You're a funny kid, aren't you? OK, boys! Keep a stiff upper lip for now. Time to return to the present! Oh, I've got to go now... Oh, already? Yeah... For Vladimir's sake, we need to check whether the crisis in Mark's time has been fully resolved and see if the present is back to normal... Right. Arion! Yes? I'm going to create Raimon Football Club. Don't you worry! I'll do everything I can to protect football too! Um, and if we get the chance to meet again... Let's play football!
Arion! Let's play football together again sometime! We're definitely going to get this football club off the ground! Just you wait! OK! Let's head back to the present! Everyone on board the TM Bus, if you please!
Everyone on board? Well then, let's get going!
To the present day! Let's go!
It's like we're still dreaming... I really hope that we get the chance to meet Arion again! What a great guy!
Alpha, Protocol Omega seem to have suffered a significant setback. ... Do you have anything to say for yourself? No, sir. Incompetence should be punished. Another failure will not be tolerated. Understood? Yes, sir.
Huh? Where's the sign we were using as an artefact? If history changes, the circumstances for the artefact to be here disappear. So the artefact returns to the present where it belongs. Oh... So we can't go back there again? No, no, no. The TM Bus can record the data for any place it visits, so we can go back there whenever we like. But, sometimes it's not possible to go back after changes to the timeline have been made. Coach Evans learnt the God Hand special move a little earlier than he did in the normal timeline. Will history be OK? Ah, don't worry about that. Space-time changes created by parallel worlds are special. I wouldn't think too hard about those. Yeah, that's a little bit confusing... OK, we should head on down to the stadium again and see if everything's back to normal with the football club. What will we do if everybody still doesn't remember about football...? In that case, we'll just travel back through time again and fix it. Come on, let's go.
Meeowww! (Feed me! I'm hungry!) This school is really huge, so there's lots to explore! Look around and who knows what you might find!
The calligraphy club's awesome, honest! It's a really old art form, and it makes you look clever! Silly me. I was so lost in thought about Riccardo, I didn't even hear what's meant to be coming up in the test...
Ohh, that smell... (drool) All of a sudden, I'm ravenous! (sigh) The book I wanted is out on loan again. Surprise, surprise. I think I'll just reserve it. I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls? The football club managers are all pretty cute, aren't they?
These are the third-year classrooms. I came here to meet one of them, but she's already gone home. Most third years concentrate on passing their tests. Make sure you don't disturb their studies. There are a few who persist with their club activities to the very end, but it's better to strike a balance between the two, I think. Ah... I lost. I knew I should have taken that shot when I had the chance! Oh, do you card duel too?
When I see the football club practising, I always wonder why I didn't make more effort to join a club myself. If I had the chance, I'd definitely do things differently... Huh. Didn't know you sporty types had much interest in music.
Football's existence is unforgivable! Football's a piece of rubbish! The football club? They practise in the stadium behind the main school building, over there. Oh, you're from the football club. Will you be practising here today? Oh, the football club! You're a nimble lot. If you're free, why not help me catch some of these insects? We use them in the science club. What for? Well...that's a secret. Cor, what a gorgeous day! It's days like this I just wanna grab me rugby ball and charge around the school like a nutter! I'm not much cop at physical stuff, but I do enjoy watching a good game of footie. Yeah, I'm really into football at the mo. That Saints' Way final was really something...
I tried telling this girl I liked about my feelings for her, but in the end she rejected me... Well, plenty more fish in the sea! You've got some really cute managers in the football club, actually... This is the gym! The basketball club are practising inside. Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. I see you running around a lot. Well, football club members should be fast, I suppose.
It's hard work being a manager. You have to keep the balls inflated and make sure there's enough for everyone to drink. But I want the team to be in their best condition, so I've got to work hard for them! You've got to believe the ball will go in! Be the ball! When there's no one to pass to, you've got to decide how to handle things yourself. Shoot or dribble? It's a tough choice... One of the balls got thrown up onto the gallery. I'll have to go up and fetch it later... If you score from here, you get three points. But it's tougher than it looks... Hey! How's tricks? I'm thinking about the starting line-up for our next match. Who should I field first? It's tricky.
If you do kendo and stuff, you always end up with calluses on your hands. It's not very elegant, but it shows how much hard work you put into training. I wouldn't have it any other way! I'm trying to visualise my movements, but I'm not very good at it without a proper sparring partner. Think you could help me out? Right, you're busy. Well, never mind.
Hmm... Maybe I should join a club or something. But I think I'm too late to start. Hmm... Oh, what's the matter? If you're not feeling too well, you should lie down and get some rest. But you'd better not be playing sick just to get out of class. I don't miss a trick! Of course, club activities are important, but if you don't study properly, you'll regret it later... You need to aim for success in both academic studies and extra-curricular activities, just like Riccardo in second year.
All the first-year classrooms are here on the first floor. It's also really easy to get around school from here! You've got the school gym to the east, the west building to the west and the football stadium straight up ahead. Hey, Arion. Have you got a minute? I'm rounding up a few people to go out for a few games of bowling. Ah, if you've got club practice, that's OK. Maybe next time. Sometimes I wonder if I should invite some new people out, but in the end it just ends up being the same old crowd.
These are the second-year classrooms. How's the football club treating you? You're in the football club, aren't you? You must get to speak to the virtuoso all the time... Ugh, I'm so jealous!
A new sweet shop just opened near the station. Me and my pals are off for some free samples! Trains are really cool. When I was little I wanted to be a train conductor. Haven't you ever wanted to drive a train? Do you think I'll be able to catch a butterfly if I creep up on it? ...Nah, it'll probably just flutter by. This is Oscar's favourite spot. Do you want to stroke him? Go on, he won't bite. I only just took up fishing recently. I can't catch a thing. Wish it were as easy as those fishing minigames you get in video games...
Look right, look left, and look right again... Why don't you look left again? The weather's nice today, so all that washing I hung out should dry nicely. I should have hung my duvet out to air too... Grandad brought me to the park today! Next I want to go to the big park on the other side of the shopping area! Hahaha, my grandchild's quite the bundle of energy! What I wouldn't give to be that age again... Did you hear the news? Doris from across the road told me that she heard from her hairdresser that... What? No! She didn't! She DIDN'T! Huh? You want to get past? Well, if you really want to you'll have to beat me in a kickabout first! Haha! Just kidding. I'm afraid my footballing days are long since past... (pant pant)
Hey, Arion! How are things going at the calligraphy club? Is everything "all write"? Yuk yuk yuk! That was a joke, you dunce! Ooh! Arion! Welcome home! My, I haven't seen much of you lately. You must be busy! Don't be a stranger now! Welcome back, Arion! I'm really stuck in a rut. It's draining the life right out of me. Maybe a bit of exercise might help. What could I try? What? Football? Are you taking the mick? You think it's funny to kick someone when they're down, do you?
Oi, short stuff! Don't just creep into someone's room uninvited!
Hm, I need to consider what my next area of research will be...
You will have lots of strife in your future, Arion. I have seen it! Hamunahamunahamuna hummm... Out evil spirits! Out!
Er, Silvia, you know, I really need to tell you how I feel... Oh, Arion! Err, pretend you didn't hear any of that. Ahahaha... Eeh, I think he's going to declare his love for Silvia! I'm so excited!!! Me heart's pounding in me chest!
Hmph! Didn't anyone teach you not to walk into people's rooms willy-nilly?
Arion, how's it going?
G'day, Arion! I was in a shop the other day and saw one of those super-kawaii cat statues by the door, waving at all the people coming in! But when I asked about it, they all said it was just a "manky knock-off". Frankly, I felt a bit bad for the poor fella!
Clubs are great for most young folk. Not for me though, I'm off home to do some studying.
Oh, Arion! Has practice started already? Skie! Practice...for calligraphy club...? What are you on about? For football, of course! Football! We did it! They're back to normal! Normal? Arion, you're late! We thought you might be taking the day off. Hurray! You're all normal again! I'm so happy! Gee, thanks. You mean we were weird before? Hello. It's good to be back. Vladimir! It's been a while! Good to be back? He's been here before? Oh, right. I guess you don't know about that cos you're only a first-year. Vladimir used to be Raimon's ace striker a few years back. He still comes round to play from time to time! Wait, wait, wait! You're talking about Victor! Arion, you're confused. His name is Vladimir, not Victor. I know, but it's his brother, Victor, who's our ace striker! Vladimir was never an ace striker for Raimon! Hm, it seems that things aren't completely back to normal... We'll have to get these boys to give us a hand putting things right! It talks! Blimey! How very rude! I'll have you know that's no way to talk to the eminent coach of the Sherwinds, the great Clark von Wunderbar! I think I'm going crazy. There's a talking teddy bear in the room... It cannit be real, man! I bet there's just a li'l gadgie inside, pullin' all the strings and that! Arion, what is this? Ahem! Allow me to explain! And that, as they say, is that! Um, are you guys OK? Bof... Well, with all this talk of parallel worlds and time travel, it's hardly surprising they're confused... As Wonderbot just explained, I come from a "false" reality. And the Vladimir that Arion knows is actually the real me... Yeah... That's why I have to put the real me back in place so that I can give football back to Victor. And then you can all go back to being the Raimon football club you know and love. So this reality right here...is a false one? That's correct. Ugh, so we're not really the real us? That feels a bit creepy... I just can't get my head round it. Moi non plus... Maybe I should have paid more attention in physics! Haha! That's not something to brag about, Roma... We're so lucky! It's not every day you get to be another version of yourself from a parallel world! You're not normal... Erm, so the real Vladimir is the one who had the accident and can't play football any more... Yes. But why don't we just change the past to create a timeline where both you and Victor can play football together? Yeah! That's a great idea, right? Sí, it seems sensible to me. Thank you. But I don't believe in a future that wasn't meant to be. I have to give football back to Victor. He loves football more than I do. Oh. To save Victor, I have to save Raimon Football Club. I'd like you all to help. OK! I wonder what Victor is doing now...
Remember that the goalie's Stun Gauge tells you how close they are to being stunned. When it's full, they'll be much weaker for a while! The type of shot and keeper move used affects how quickly the Stun Gauge goes up, so it's not always about how strong you are!
Stop right there. 'Oo d'you fink you are? Move. Eek!
I plan to restore the real me and give football back to Victor. To do that, we have to put Raimon Football Club back to normal, so I'll need your help. Of course. But where is Victor...? He'll be at the Game Centre, no? That's his usual thing. He's a bit of a loner. Difficult to get to know, you know? Aitor, his brother is right there... Ah, s-sorry.[.] Don't worry about it. In any case, before we can go and save Victor, we'll need to get our hands on an artefact... I already have an idea for that. Oh yeah? But I need some time. There's still one thing I need to take care of. Right you are. Then I propose we head on out tomorrow! If that's alright with you? Perfect. OK then, let's go and find Victor. OK.
Welcome, Wonderbot and Fei! Great to have you with us! Wait, a car wash? You mean you like washing cars, or... How, man, he's not a talking teddy at all! I reckon it's just a lil gadgie in there! Teddies are so cute! Well, mostly.
Us managers have made you all a special drink today! Come and get it! Yay! Thanks! What does it have in it? Banana, honey and milk. So sweet, you'll feel instantly recharged! Bosh! I approve!
Please hand in all your uniforms today when you're done with them. If you don't, then they don't get washed and you'll all stay stinky. Got it. Thanks! Thanks so much! You girls work so hard for us.
Coach Evans was just as cool as a kid as he is now! You got to meet Coach Evans as a school kid... I'm jealous. Only Arion and Fei got to meet him? That's not fair! I wanted to meet him too!
Mewww! (Where am I?!)
The virtuoso was looking lovely again today... Ahhh, if only I could spend the whole day watching! Forget being a manager - I'm just here to watch Riccardo play. Sorry, I know that's a bit selfish. Just think of me as one of your loyal fans!
Welcome to the Raimon First-Years society. I'll introduce you to lots of new friends. You'll get on well, I'm sure! This is the football stadium, the pride of Raimon Junior High! I've got friends in all the big sports clubs, so I'm really into going to the matches and giving them a good old cheer. Should I go and watch the football club today? I want to be the one to pass Riccardo his towel!
I stayed up so late marking tests, I've almost gone cross-eyed. I think I need a hot towel to lay over my eyes. That ought to help me relax! Learn from my example! Don't stay up too late or you'll strain your eyes. Welcome to Boys' Satellite! We deal exclusively in male players here. Would you care to take a look? Welcome to Girls' Satellite! We deal exclusively in female players here. Would you care to take a look? I want some new pens. I want a red one, a blue one, a green one, a pink one, an orange one and... What? Victor Blade? I've never spoken to him. He's one scary customer! A first-year student called Victor Blade? I don't recall his name listed in any club... Wait, isn't that the boy who's always at the Game Centre? At least it keeps him off the streets...
Have a look at this exercise book! I've stuck a picture of my favourite musician on it! What?! You don't know who it is? How can you not? Have you been living under a rock? She sings and dances, and her songs are on the radio all the time! She's a superstar! It's not just on my exercise book, either. I set my smartphone wallpaper to a massive close-up of her face!
Urgggh... I think I ate a bit too much and now I've got indigestion. The girls gave me all the leftover biscuits they made for a birthday party. They were good, but I definitely ate too many and now I'm paying for it. Ugh... And all because I wanted to impress them... It's hard keeping the girls happy. In future, I'll try taking things in moderation. Even biscuits. Blurrghh. Welcome to the Raimon Second-Years, the place to be if you're looking for unusual teammates! They'll be pleased to meet you!
The student council leader is selected by a representative from each class. But it's only for seniors. You're only a first-year so it's a long way off for you. I just missed out on getting elected student council leader last time. Hope I can count on your support in the future! Welcome to Club Premium! The entry requirements are pretty stringent. Care to see our select selection? Oh, Arion! Did you want me for something?
I bought a new bike! It's the latest model, it's jet black and it's got, like, a billion gears! And it's well fast, too! I want to take it to school, but I don't know where to put it. Maybe in the car park? I have to show you my bike! I'm telling you, your jaw will drop when you see how snazzy it is!
If you want to declare your affections to a girl you like, why not try saying it in French? Je t'aime! See, it's easy! You just have to say it with confidence! Hahaha!
Speaking French will make you très cool! Make sure to pay attention in French class, okay?It's hard work being a library volunteer, but on the plus side, you do get to choose which books the library stocks. I'll have this library filled with my favourite novels before long. Heh heh heh... If you have a book you'd like the library to stock, put in a request to your nearest library volunteer. Preferably, me. Welcome to the Raimon Third-Years! They're graduating soon, so they're keen to enjoy their last year. Check them out!
I heard this story about a magic pencil that'll help you get full marks on any test! Can you believe that? I bet the lead would snap at the worst possible moment though. Think I'll just stick with my good ol' mechanical pencil... Instead of dreaming about a magic pencil, it's probably better to do some proper studying.
I'm in the music club, but I'm not very good at passing my grade exams. My mum really loves music, so I've got to do it for her, but... What do you think I should do? I do like playing an instrument - I'm just not so keen on the tests... Hmm... I think I might try to concentrate a little on studying for my next test...
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, face the skies and let out a cheer: come on / Raimon / it's your side / I'm on!!! No, no! You need to bellow from your gut! That's how we cheer at Raimon! Come on, try again! No, no, no, get it right! We have to perfect our cheering if we want to be able to encourage the other clubs!
My gi is always completely white. That's the way of the samurai! Of course, the gi has to be hand-washed, which is a pain! Especially during winter... Are you fussy about your kit too?
Club activities are really hard. No matter how much you towel away the sweat, it's always pouring off you again in moments. But a proper shower after working out is just the best feeling! You feel revitalised and refreshed! I'll work up a sweat just so I can enjoy the shower afterwards! Ahhh! My test paper got blown up into that tree by the wind! Oh windy days they're supposed to keep the classroom windows closed, but everyone forgets to shut them! Blargh, now it's blown over there! My test paper! I'm just going to have to chase after it... I hate windy days!
Raimon's really a great place for sport. So what better way to celebrate it than with a sketch? I think I'll enter a piece in the next art competition. Maybe a sporty collage? It'll be a kind of sport and culture fusion! There's nothing like sketching a relay race for a bit of dynamic composition! That boy in the odd clothes went stalking off towards the shopping area. He looks a bit scary if you ask me... Oh, you're from the football club. Will you be practising here today? You're looking for someone? Well, good luck with that!
Oho! Look at that young man's face! It's got football written all over it! Wouldn't you say so? If you talk to him, I'm 99.9% certain he'll want to engage in a football match with you! There are lots of people who love football in this era. Yup. Football's really popular. After Inazuma National's victory 10 years ago, a lot of new fans were attracted to the game. Is that so? I'm glad everything worked out... It really gave me a fright when everybody forgot about football. But we still need to get Victor back his love of football. When we do, I'm sure he'll be a big help! The Game Centre is in one of the back streets. Come on, let's go.
I'll overwrite your thoughts of football...with fear!!! They've sold out of my favourite ice cream. It's one of my few pleasures in life... Ohh, the taste! It cools the mind and warms the heart, and all your troubles melt away. What flavour is it? Why, milk and honey of course! Try it when it's back in stock and I guarantee, it will change your life. The milk and honey ice cream is fit for kings. Certified by yours truly! That weird shop over there is a Magic Moves shop. Just look at it, it's really shady! I went for a look inside, but I couldn't tell what it was all about. Maybe I'll understand it once I'm a grown-up... I wonder why the Game Centre is down a dodgy backstreet. My son wants to go, but I don't want to let him. It's just down this main road on the right. But if I were you I wouldn't go down there. Muuum! Can I go to the Game Centre? Please? Meow, meeooow... The tea they serve in this place is second to none. Quite delicious! I'm still waiting for that cake I ordered though... Just thinking about it makes my mouth water... I wish they'd hurry up and bring it. What's up with you young folks? So full of beans! Can you try to speak a bit more clearly? Ahh... The prime of youth...
Guys! They've got bacon sandwiches in the canteen! Nice! That's pretty rare! Still any left, like?!! I bought the last one. NEE WAAAAAAAAAAY
Oh, and to boost your stamina, we added some garlic jelly as well. And some pickled eel. You did what?! You should have mentioned that first! I think you should drink a glass of this stuff before you give it to us. Special drink time again? Get in! I love that stuff!
Ah, it's a tough job being a manager. We really appreciate your hard work. Well, we just want to do our best for the team! Yeah, so you better put the same amount of effort in, or there'll be trouble! Uniform number 6 is missing... COME ON I PUT IN AT LEAST 300 PERCENT LAST WEEK!!!!
My word!!! What's wrong, Wonderbot? Brown! And pink! And green, too! What are you talking about? I appear to have found some friends of mine! Friends? There's more than one of you? ...Why are they all lined up in boxes? Why...aren't they moving? I tried to engage them in conversation, but they didn't reply...
But we can meet the coach any time! Can't we? Um... Not the Coach Evans in the present! They want to meet the coach as he was 11 years ago. Oui, that's right! I can't picture Coach Evans being the same age as us...
Phew, stuffy in here, isn't it? Anyhow, welcome to Magic Moves! I think I'll get this one. Oh, but I'd really like this one too. Urgh, if I bought both, my wallet would take a hefty hit... There are so many move manuals here! If I buy one, I wonder if I'll become a better player...
What are you doin' here? Gercha! This is our turf, yeah?
Um, excuse me... You don't happen to have seen a boy in purple around here, have you? Eh? 'Oo do you fink you're talkin' to? This 'ere's our patch, yeah? You can't just come sauntering froo like you own the place or summin'! Hmph! Now look here, young man, we need to get through, and it would not be a wise decision to carry on blocking us. Ha! A talkin' teddy bear? I ain't takin' lip like that off a talkin' teddy bear! If you wanna get froo 'ere, you've gotta go froo us first. Come on, lads, let's teach 'em a fing or two wiv some footie!
Agh. Now how are we going to get past? We can do it, Arion! If we can't win, we'll have to raise our level in other football battles before we try this one again.
What?! You lot again! Same deal. If you wanna get froo, beat us first!
Ugh... Can't believe this poxy lot managed to beat us... A deal's a deal. We'll let you froo. You're after the brat in the purple get-up, yeah? He's in the Game Centre up ahead. Just as we thought... OK, let's go and find him then.
My favourite musician changed her style of music to a different genre! She used to be a rock singer, and now she sings folk ballads! It's crazy!
I wonder if I should take this opportunity to listen to other kinds of music... Meow. (Welcome to the Alley Kits! We may look fierce, but inside we're just pussycats!) I can't believe we took a beatin' off you spoons... I feel a right wally! Oof... You could have gone a bit easier on us, mate! That was just vicious! You might look like a bunch o' namby-pambies, but you're stronger than you look... Bah! If anyone down here hassles you, you just yell my name, loud as you can, and I'll come running. ...What do you mean you don't know my name? 'Course you do!What's all this? I am NOT a teddy bear! I think we hit a nerve... I'd like you all to comprehend - I am neither teddy bear nor costume! I am Clark von Wunderbar, superior football coach! Aye! Whatever you say. Is it alreet if I call you "Ted"? So in the future, even teddies play football!
It would have been fine as just a banana milkshake... Eel is great for stamina, you know. You gotta admit, it's a big step up from our old drink! If you insist... I'll pass. Alright, I'll give it a shot.
Have you found some teddy bears? Haha! Teddy bears! That must be it! No, no. It must be that they're too shy to talk. Huh?! Ah! Maybe I ought to introduce myself to them. Wonderbot, I think you're in a shop... If you keep trying to talk to them, you'll get escorted out!
I wonder where he is...
This Game Centre has lots of old-school beat 'em ups, but there's one that stands out miles above the rest. Mainly because the punch buttons are half broken on the rest of them...but still!
This is my all-time favourite game. I wouldn't know what to do if they got rid of it. What do you do on rainy days? I usually go shopping. Sometimes you'll get shops giving out free stuff to customers on those days. Seriously, if you stay indoors, you're missing out! I wonder if this Game Centre gives out free stuff on rainy days... Ah... I had it right in the jaws... You ruined my concentration! Oh, it's you, Arion. Don't tell anyone that you saw me here, OK? I could get in trouble at school! Welcome. Would you care for an ice cream or soft drink? Try not to spill anything on the machines. Thanks. I want to win one of these to give to my daughter. She'll love it. This is her favourite character, so I'm going to do everything in my power to get her the cuddly toy version!Number 6... Adé! Nah! I gave mine in yonks ago! Nope. You serious, like?!
... Victor... It's best I do this alone. Victor doesn't know you yet. Oh... Vitya... Volodya! Can you spare me a minute? Sure... I want to head down to Riverside. A nice breeze is blowing today. And I want to smell the freshly-mown grass on the pitch... Hm. Do you fancy a kickabout? For old time's sake. Izvini... You go by yourself, I'm not bothered. He's being stubborn. So you wanted to try and play football with Victor one last time... Yes, this was our last chance. I can play football now, but this won't last for much longer... I can't let this warped version of reality continue if it robs Victor of football. That's so sad... I really wanted to play with him again, before it was too late. Just like when we were young... I understand. But I don't think he'll agree to it. It'll never happen. You don't know that! With Victor, you never know how things will work out. I hope you're right, Arion... Let's do our best tomorrow and try to put Raimon Football Club back as it was. Aww. I'm sorry, but this is a different reality. He's not the football-playing Victor you know and love. I know... And I hate it... I can't let things stay like this! For Victor's sake! Arion! Wait!
Wow! They've got a new game in! I'm gonna give it a go! Ahh, I can't wait! He always gets so caught up in these games that he completely forgets about me. He's such a big kid. But I still love him, even when he's childish.
Oi oi! You're not lookin' too clever. Did you find the bloke? He ran off towards the park, if you're still after 'im... I did, but... You said he was at the park? That's west of the shopping area. Thanks - I'll head over there now! Victor really wants to play football after all...
Kehehehehehe... Football's over! That lad in the purple outfit a mate o' yours, is he? He looks handy, like he could handle 'imself. If you're after that lad in the purple gear, he just legged it off to the park past the shoppin' area. I'm absolutely famished! Better get 'ome soon... Mum'll have me guts for garters if I'm later for tea!
It was in me locker. Soz. That's why it's always important to check these messages! Is there anyone else who forgot to hand their uniform in? I think we're good.
He's really cute, isn't he? He's the apple of my eye. No! He's not a snake, he's an iguana! See, legs! He loves basking in the sun. Go on, give his head a stroke!
Iguanas grow up to be quite big, so don't get one if you can't care for it! I'm just looking at them! Honest! I was only looking at the vending machines! Nngh, I really want some pop. But I won't have any, because I've got toothache! I can still look, though, right? This tooth throbs whenever I shout... I wonder when it'll get better. This is Inazuma Park. It's very big and very popular, and the perfect place for a picnic! Coo! Coo coo coo! Getting up the ramp is easy, but the boys use the rope to climb up. I tried once, but I ended up falling between the ropes... But I'm going to keep practising! I won't be beaten by some boys! Oh, oh! Arion! Are you here to practise football too? I'm getting really good at dribbling now! Zzz... Go on...take the shot... Zzz... Don't go too far away. It's dangerous, you know! But I want to play... Me and my brother play football here every single day! Yay! Let's play football!(sigh) Let's go, Volodya! Come on then, Vitya! Haha! Football's so much fun! ... Victor? Do I know you? I guess you don't... Well? Um, I'm a friend of your brother. From the football club? What do you want? Er, I just wanted to ask why you turned down Vladimir when he asked you to play football back there. That's got nothing to do with you... I've stopped playing football. I'm tired of it. The Victor I know would never grow tired of football... What did you say? You do want to play football, don't you? You do love it really. And what do you know? Don't pretend you know anything about me... I do, though! Cos you're my- I mean... If you really love football but you don't play it, then all you're doing is keeping football waiting for you! Oh, shut up about football! That doesn't even make any sense! Vladimir's waiting for you at Riverside, Victor! ... Come on...
Hmm.
You came... I'm not sure whether I'll be any good... It's just... It's been so long... See, you do remember! You still love football...don't you? Volodya...
Shall we play football together? Right here, now. Just you and me. This will be our last chance to play together. Huh? Haha. OK, well, just this one time... Thank you, Vitya.
I knew you had it in you, Vitya. I guess... I'm so glad. Mm!
You should use this football as an artefact. It's mine...and Victor's. It's ours. Victor and I always used to play football with this ball when we were little. Thank you. Splendid work! This ball ought to let us jump six years into the past! There's still some time left before everyone gets here, so let's wait for them on the TM Bus.
Feel free to chat about anything to do with the football club here! Remember now, team, we're to meet at the TM Bus today!
I hope you remembered to check the label this time! Naturellement! What label is this? Good heavens, surely it's not booby-trapped?! The last one I got was well past its sell-by date! It was not a pleasant experience... On a scale of one to ten, how good was this one? 9.7. All it was lacking was a little bit of brown sauce!
So? How was it? My mum always said, if you can't say anything nice, just say BOSH!!! Bleedin' delicious! There you are, guys. Rusty-approved! Look forward to the next one, yeah? Buh, I think you should just cut your losses.
Ooh! I just bought two for myself! Oh yeah? Which one did you go for? I went for the little green one. He seems like a sparky fellow. And this natty little yellow chap, too! I think I'd choose the green one as well. Careful. What if you get mistaken for a teddy bear and get bought yourself?! I don't look anything like a teddy bear! I'm going to take my verdant friend for a drive. See if we can break the ice a bit. Yes, I think we'll get along quite nicely! HAVE AN IMAGE IN MY HEAD OF TM BUS BEING FULL TO BURSTING WITH TEDDY BEARS........ Mr Nishiki, neither I nor my new friends are even remotely like teddy bears!
Who even cares about football?! Ah! Can't resist these pork buns! I had one yesterday! And the day before that! I'll end up eating one again today! This shop is too dangerous!!! Oh, hello. Please feel free to come in and browse. The shopping arcade is like a second home to me. There's no end of gossip with the shopkeepers! You can get to the back alley down here. Are you going to the Game Centre? Oh, to be young and free again... When you get older, you never get the time for that sort of thing...
Copies of Noodle Lovers Monthly fetch a hefty premium on those internet reselling sites. Thought I might find a copy of this month's issue here, but they've already sold out...
I always miss out on these special interest magazines. Um, can't remember which one I was looking for now... Welcome to G-Mart! The convenient place to buy things conveniently! Hello! Are you all working hard with your football training? I'm surprised by how much my Samguk's cooking skills have improved. Come round again for a bite to eat, OK? Yeah, if I get a drink it's got to be fizzy! There's nothing like the feeling of all those bubbles popping in your mouth! I always end up buying some sweets or biscuits when I pop in here. Inazuma-flavoured biscuits? What kind of flavour is that?!What do you reckon to Rai Rai's noodles then? I think I could happily have them every day, they're that good! Dad, these are yummy! But I don't know whether I can finish them... Don't worry if you can't finish them - I can do that for you! These noodles are something special! I've never found another place that makes them so well! Don't you agree? (slurp) Wotcher! Fancy a bowl of noodles?
I want to go to the Game Centre, but those lads are in the way, and I don't like the look of them! Ugh, I didn't do too well in that last test we had. I don't want to go home yet... Never you mind what we're up to. It's nothing to do with you. Why don't you mind your own flippin' business, yeah? I'm no good at studying or club activities. My heart's just not in it. I think I could carry on kicking around like I'm doing now for a good three months before I get bored of it as well.
Football disgusts me! At work I have to use a computer, and when I go home I play video games. I'm always staring at a screen so my eyes get dry. When you stare at a screen, you tend not to blink so much, so it's easier for your eyes to get tired. Make sure you keep blinking to avoid eye strain, OK? (blink blink) Don't forget to blink! Welcome to the Mallrat Wanderers! If you need to meet some shoppers who love football, just leave it to me! I bought some new trainers in that shop! I think I'll pop down to Riverside to try a bit of running in them! Hey, hey! I've been sent out shopping! I've got to buy...um...bread! Yeah, that's right! My mum said I can have a reward if I can do it! Oh, I hope she'll be able to buy the eggs. She's never been to the shops by herself before, so I'm a little worried about her. But she needs to do it, or she'll never grow up! Oh, Arion, you're always running about! I'm glad you're fit and healthy, but take care when crossing the road, and look both ways! My son never studies. He'll never get into a good university at this rate. Did you ever have this problem with your kids? They only start to knuckle down and study come exam season. I wouldn't get too angry with him about it.
I'm going camping for my next holiday. There'll be fishing and barbecues and everything. I'm really looking forward to it! And of course, seeing the stars at night is really special. Guess that's why they call it the great outdoors, huh? I've always loved the outdoors ever since I went camping with my family. Welcome to Kool Kit, for all your sporting goods needs! I want me own football, so I've been savin' up all me pocket money. Been savin' for three days now. Think I'm about...halfway there! That hat's pretty swanky. And those shoes are really cool, too. Almost makes me want to take up a sport... ...Nah!
Football is harmful to the environment! Welcome to the Strollers Social club! It's great to get out while the weather's nice. Care to join us? Don't go too far. Stay where I can see you! My mum's just sitting on the blanket, but I want to play over there and make some friends.
Have you had your anti-football jab yet? Here, this will make it all better! What am I doing? Oh! I'm just checking that the trees are OK. I'm a tree surgeon, you see. What's a tree surgeon? Well, I'm like a doctor, but for trees. Trees are alive and can get sick too, you see? The trees here all seem to be healthy. I've a house call to see about a sickly potted plant next! Come on, Gran! Let's go! Mum's waiting! Oh, I'm not as young as I once was. I've even got two little grandchildren now. I never thought I'd see the day. I'm here for a hospital visit. Someone in my club got injured during our last tournament. Are you here to visit someone too? I thought I was really ill so I took the day off work to see the doctor. But I didn't even have a temperature... (sigh) Try to be quiet inside the hospital. But don't make yourself ill worrying about it! I'm pretty taken with that nurse over there. I really want to talk to her, but I can't think of a good opening line. If only I could catch a cold or something... then we'd have something to talk about.
The best way to avoid colds is to wash your hands and avoid rubbing your eyes and nose! (hack cough splutter) Learning not to rub your eyes is a really hard habit to break... You know what they say - you are what you eat! Make sure you watch what you eat, for your health's sake if nothing else. Please submit your forms here. If you're just here to visit, you don't need any paperwork. No matter how trivial it may seem, if you're concerned about anything, give your GP a call and they'll get it seen to. Dad's been ages with the doctor. I'm so bored! It's taking an age for these lifts to arrive. But I'd rather wait than have to climb those stairs. It looks exhausting!
Ah, hello, Arion! No sports injuries, I hope? I can't just lie there doing nothing in my sickbed. If I sit here, it looks like I'm just visiting, right? The most important part of a nurse's job is to give the patients all the help they need, so they can go home with smiles on their faces. When I see patients who have recovered, I always think, that's a job well done. My dad swallowed bubblegum! At his age! You'd think he'd be old enough to know not to do dangerous things like that! I thought I had something serious, so I checked myself in. After a four-hour wait, they told me it was just indigestion! I feel a bit daft now.
I have an older brother who likes football and a younger brother who likes basketball. When they argue, they throw balls at each other, and the room ends up a right mess. It's funny - having to defend against all these flying balls has made me pretty good at volleyball! Throwing balls around in a small room is dangerous, so don't do it! Co-coo... Co-co-coo... Co-co-coo! Coo roo.
Don't even think about it! Internet shopping is so convenient. You can buy anything you want at any time from the comfort of your own home. I've bought clothes, some plates, books, a bag, some shoes... In fact I've been buying a lot! But when I tried the shoes on, they were just a bit on the tight side. You do have to try things on first sometimes! Make sure you don't order too much stuff you don't need off the internet! I still don't really know what to do with the singing fish... There are lots of posh houses around here. Especially the house at the end of this cul-de-sac. The folk who live there must have a bob or two! It's much harder to keep a large house clean. I thought I'd be able to do it myself, but I think I'll have to give in and get a cleaner. Since my granddaughter went to watch the Saints' Way matches, she's been a big fan of Master Riccardo from up the road. It was a shame he couldn't appear in the final. Riccardo is the bestestestest! Especially when he's playing football! Heehee! I want to grow up to be a glamorous lady and fall in love with someone like that! That's a pretty big house. I wish I'd been born into this family. I bet they live in the lap of luxury... On the other hand, maybe they're never able to relax in such a big house.
Oh, you are one of Master Riccardo's friends, aren't you? Welcome to the Di Rigo residence. How can I help you, young sir? If you're looking for Master Riccardo's room, it's upstairs. This house might look big, but it feels even bigger when it's your job to dust every square inch of it!
Master Riccardo's piano skills are on par with the best. I may be a humble butler, but I'm still very proud of him. Cat hair is just impossible to get out of the carpet! But we do our best to keep the place clean, don't you think? Meow, prrrr. (Riccardo, come and stroke meee.) Meow? (Who are you?)
Gentlemen! I ought to inform you that after we've jumped, we won't be able to come back to the present for a while. Furthermore, I've a feeling in my fur that you'll be taking on some tough cookies after we time jump, so make sure your kit's up to scratch! I think Wonderbot is right. Arion, is there a place where we can go and check out some new equipment? Yeah, there's a Kool Kit in the north of the shopping area nearby. It's not far if we take the car park exit. OK. We'll meet here again once we're done, then. Excellent! I'll be waiting!
We won't be able to come back to this time for a while, Arion, so make sure you're well prepared. Are you ready? Just let me know when you're done!
OK, artefact installed! Fantastic! Oh, Arion! You're here already! But not the others... Bad news, team. The fluctuations in space-time are getting weaker! We have to leave now! What? Aren't we going to wait for everyone? There's no time! If we don't get started now, we'll never get history back in order! Alright. Then I think we should set off for the past straight away. Righty-ho! Let's do it!
Back we go 6 years... Blast off!
Is this the past? Yup, it should be... If it's the right day, Victor and I should be in this park. Let's have a look.
Haha, I've been so looking forward to coming to the park with my grandson. When you're all grown up, you'll know what I mean. That's the wrong way, Gran! What am I gonna do with you? Heeere, fishy fishy! Biiig fishy fishy! I only seem to catch tiddlers though. Don't worry, I let them all go after. I had a hard time climbing up things like that when I was younger. Ah, this takes me back. We used to play here all the time when I was little. Bet you can't catch this one! Bet I can, can, can! My sister's looking after my youngest - she's a really big help.
Sorry everyone, the plans have changed. We have to leave right away. Huh? I thought we had quite a bit of time left? We can't dilly-dally! The oscillations of the quark node are sub-optimal! Sounds bad, like.
Yes, look! Victor and me, six years younger. Yes, it's them for sure. Incroyable! We've really gone back in time! We've arrived just before I'm about to get injured. Victor climbs the tree...and falls. And I try to catch him, but my legs... Ah...I see what's going to happen. Are you sure you're OK with this? You won't be able to use your legs if we put history back as it was. If that's my fate, I have to accept it. I have to embrace my destiny and overcome it. I have no regrets. All I wanted was to play football with Victor one last time, so I'm happy. Victor can have football back now. If you're sure... Let's go. I don't think there's much time before it happens.
Fire Tornado! Fireball Screw! Ah... Huh?! Time has stopped! Alpha! Now implementing space-time interrupt. Stop! Get back! Huh? We meet again. Data retrieval complete... Understood. Alpha? Is this who we're up against? That's right. They're called Protocol Omega. Teleport Mode* We will obliterate all obstacles in our path. Haah! Waagh!
Where are we? Raimon's football stadium?! This is where football will be buried. It seems they really do plan on settling this with football... Well, we're ready for them. That's what we came here for, after all!
Come on, team! Get your act together and let's put an end to those despicable interrupts! You heard him. We'll bury your precious football. Stubborn bunch, aren't you? The interrupt has already been decided upon. Fighting it serves no purpose. Do not interfere with the mission.
Have you completed your match preparations? Then stop wasting my time. OK. Then let's begin.
One smoothie and one ice coffee. And make it snappy! I'm on it! Again! Where'd he go? This is, like, the third time now...
That's one smoothie coming right[- ]whoa! This is totally a football stadium and not my beach shack at all! I understand the need for a commentator. But this one is unusually irritating... We've beaten Protocol Omega once. We can beat them again! Right! We're ready for them this time! Let's put history right...and give the gift of football back to Victor!
So what's new, dudes? Last time, Rune and Sherwind played in the Sherwinds, but now they're alive and kicking in the Raimon team! There's only one way to find out who'll win, and that's by getting this match started. Kick-off time is in three...two...one...GO!
Off we go! It begins. Raimon dive right on in there on the attack, but Protocol Omega stop them like a reef under a surfboard! Ouch! Oww! As ordered, we're focusing all our efforts on defence. Good.
It's no use... They keep blocking our attacks. Don't give up! Keep up the attack and I'll make sure I score!
Protocol Omega plan to defend tenaciously and score in the closing minutes! It's time to put an end to this. Are you listening, Blade? Loud and clear. I've brought your brother's aura with me. I'm going to miximax you with him! Victor's aura? Spot on. You and Victor are like two peas in a pod. I thought we might put the both of you in that pod together! But Victor gave up football, right? Will his aura still have any power? I...I confess I am uncertain of the outcome. Oh... I believe in Victor's love of football! I think that's all we can do. OK, I'm ready! Let's do it! Right you are!
Miximax activate!!! Waaaahhhhh! Haaaaaaagh!!! Mixed to the max!
Ah!!! Wow! Heh! I'm going to give you football back. What do you mean? Never mind... As long as you love football, that's all that matters. ... Come on, Vitya, let's do this!
Gooooaaallll! Vladimir Blade scores with Doom Dive Drive! Awesomely effective, and a totally tubular tongue-twister! Yes! Thank you, Vitya...
Wham! Kick up a fuss, cos the second half is totally kicking off!
Failure... This result is difficult to process. ... Yes, sir. We're to retreat. Understood. Alpha... What is this feeling...? It is as if there is an itch I cannot scratch... Mission complete! So have we changed history? Yeah, the real Raimon Football Club should be back to normal now. Vitya... We saved football... Vladimir...
We've managed to foil them so far. Well, with Vladimir's help...
HEY! We need more ice cream and lemonade from the back! Hustle! Where ARE you?! I, like, need you here! You're my partner! What are you talking about? I've been in the kitchen the whole time EVEN THOUGH I could have been surfing! Come on, dude, I have eyes! You were SO not there. Like, I just don't even know what's going on here.
My work here is done... But... Huh? What's happening...? The interrupt in the true timeline has finally been repaired... Vladimir will vanish along with the parallel world he came from. Looks like time's up. Ah... Oh... Thank you. Ah!
Was there nothing we could have done...? Remember what Vladimir said? "If that's my fate, I have to accept it. I have to embrace my destiny and overcome it." That's true. And Vladimir still has his passion for football. Well, let's get back to the present. The Victor from your timeline should be waiting for you. Yeah! Let's go! Thank you, Vladimir...
Right then, team! On - or off, as the case may be - we go!
Once more unto the present! Time jump!
Jolly good, we're back in the present! Victor! Arion! Wait! We should go too. At this hour, Victor should be in the stadium.
I want some new pens. I want a red one, a blue one, a green one, a pink one, an orange one... Victor? That boy has some seriously snazzy shots. But I haven't seen him, sorry. Are you keeping up with your studies?
This is Inazuma Park. It's very big and very popular. You can't play football here though! It's too dangerous, and you children could get injured! Zzz... Football ban... Shove off... Zzz... Oh, oh! Arion! Listen! My mum said that no good will come of football! She threw my ball away! And I was practising so hard too...
Did you see that friendly? Can't believe the Japanese team would play like that... I used to like watching football on the telly... But now there's that stupid ban. All it took was one little match and now the whole world's gone mad!
Second-hand books just don't sell nearly as well these days. How times change... On a little shopping trip, are we? A darling little girl came shopping for some bread the other day. The dear said it was her first ever shopping trip. Cute as a button, she was!
Hey, hey! I've been sent out shopping! I've got to buy...um...milk! Yeah, that's right! Last time I messed it up, so I've got to make sure I remember this time! Oh, I hope she can buy the milk this time. I've sent her shopping again, but I'm still worried about her... Maybe she'll get it wrong again, but if she doesn't try she'll never grow up. So that's what this football you love so much is all about, Arion? It made me very sad to see that match.
My granddaughter really loves watching Master Riccardo playing football. Riccardo is the bestestestest! Especially when he's playing football! Heehee! Gran says he'll never pay me any attention, but why shouldn't he?
Look at this bling bracelet! I found it in the school shop and I just had to buy it. You lads in the football club wear these bracelets all the time, right?
Victor! He's not here? What...? Why are you running around like headless turkeys? Viiiiiictoooor!!! Maybe you just have turkey brains... Oh, I'm just so glad you're here! Of course I'm here. Why wouldn't I be? Um, yeah, good point! Never mind! Er, how's Vladimir doing? Volodya? He's getting better bit by bit. They say his rehabilitation treatment's going well. Ah, I'm glad to hear that. Well, this is good news... And one less thing to worry about. Everyone! Listen up! Something's wrong! What's the matter, Mr Firewill? The government! They pushed the Football Prohibition Act through parliament today! Football Prohibition Act?! That's right. Playing football has been banned. It's completely illegal! What?!!! I'm very sorry, but I'm afraid Raimon Football Club will have to be disbanded, effective immediately! Disbanded?! And just when we'd got everything back to normal... Why?!
A football ban? Exemplary work from Protocol Omega 2.0. Truly wonderful... Well done, Beta. You really are much more capable than Alpha. Thank you very much! We're expecting big things from you. We look forward to seeing further successes. Understood, sir.
Football Prohibition Act... What could have been so bad to make football illegal? It could be because of that international match Japan played. If that's the case, then there's nothing we can do. Hmm. Ms Hills, what match are you talking about? Last month's Japan v USA friendly. Oh, yes, I remember! I watched it on TV when I was in Okinawa! It was really exciting! Ouais, it was génial! And so inspiring! Inspiring? You must be talking about some other match. Uhh, yeah. It was only a friendly, but the Japan team were so violent, they had to call off the whole thing... So it got cancelled?! Many of the American players were seriously injured. It was a disgrace to Japanese football! What?! Pas possible! No, I didn't want to believe it either. But because of that match, football has gained a reputation as a dangerous sport... So the passing of this Football Prohibition Act is all down to that one match. I think I've got a hunch who's behind this... El Dorado! I'd bet my paws on it! Those scoundrels must have intervened in the Japan v USA match! We really must keep a close eye on them! A...teddy bear??? Ahem, allow me to introduce myself. I am Clark von Wunderbar. But you may address me as Wonderbot! I think you'll need to go into a bit more detail, Wonderbot. They look a [litle] confused. Why, of course! Allow me to explain. And that, as they say, is that! No need to be afraid, for I, Clark von Wunderbar, am at your service! So you and Fei are from the future? That's right. We're here to put right the changes that have been made to the past. I remember you! You came and helped me out when I was a Raimon student. If you hadn't come back to protect football then, Raimon Football Club wouldn't even be around today. I can hardly believe all this... So what we must do now is set everything straight. That match last month that you mentioned...what was the final score? Japan won 3 to 2! That's not right. It was already 10 - nil by the time the second half started, before the match was cancelled due to Japan's violent play... Poor sportsmanship, indeed. Team, it seems we've another score to settle, as it were! I think I had it wrong - maybe I'm the one with the turkey brains. I'm not getting any of this at all... I should have the match recorded. Let's give it another look.
I wasn't much different from you lot! Just a football-mad schoolboy, nothing more. I'd still really like to have met you as a boy, Coach! Do yas reckon Fei would take us if we asked?
Nooo! I can't believe it! I won't be able to see the virtuoso play ever again? My life is over! That friendly match was awful, but my virtuoso didn't have anything to do with that! This football ban makes me so sad, especially after you just won the tournament! And my friend here is devastated... I wonder if Riccardo's doing alright...
The Japan players would never have played a match like that. Something must have happened to change them... The video of the friendly should be near the TV somewhere. Go and have a look.
OK, this is the video of the international friendly. I wonder how different it is to the one we saw. Simply unbelievable. Another red card for a Japan player! Uargh! You! Red card! Off the pitch, now! Muahaha! What are we seeing here?! The Japanese players are completely ignoring the ref and continuing to play! This is shocking behaviour! That's the match, alright. What a shocker, eh? Them players made us all look right bad 'uns! But this is not what I saw... That's...Protocol Omega! They must have swapped themselves with the Japan team to interfere with the game! So this game is actually an interrupt in the timeline... And if an interrupt changes history, our destinies change with it, don't they? So transient, so fleeting... Well I'm glad someone gets it... But why is it that we have a different memory of this match to everyone else?
Ho ho ho! That's because you were outside the time flow when the interference took place. Dr Cryptix! Huh? You know this man? My name is Dr C.W. Cryptix. Delighted, really!
Dr Cryptix! What are you doing here? El Dorado's grasp was inching closer towards me, so I thought it was high time to give them the slip with a jolly jaunt through space-time! Are you OK? Of course! I bamboozled them with a crafty time slip! They'll be scratching their bonces, lost in a wormhole right now, I'll wager! Who's this gadgie? Let me introduce you. This is Doctor Cross Word Cryptix. He's a great scientist! He's famous for postulating the Multiple Time Theory and inventing the time machine! Ohohoho! Come again? I really don't understand... Amazing... A real-life scientist...from the future! Well, this is fortunate! What an excellent opportunity for the good doctor to explain his Multiple Time Theory to us!
Let's hear what he has to say. I just hope he can explain it in layman's terms...
We'd get to meet Coach Sharp and Axel Blaze too! A young Coach Sharp... Come to think of it, there are loads of players I'd quite like to see... Let's ask Fei when we have the chance! 11 years... That's like a lifetime ago! Oi, are you calling me old?
Listen carefully, kids! The Multiple Time Theory's no piece of cake, you know! When history is changed, a new time stream branches off alongside the existing stream. We call this stream a parallel world. A parallel world comes into being every time something changes. So, at any one time, there can be multiple parallel streams in full flow! So this is like when Vladimir came from a parallel world to help us. But the Vladimir who played alongside us has gone... When did Volodya ever play alongside you...? That's too complicated to explain right now. No, you've got it! The Vladimir who grew up as a footballer existed within a parallel world, but that parallel world has now ceased to exist. Changes to history are like a plucked guitar string. For a moment, the string follows many paths, but soon settles down into one path. The new path gradually replaces all the other paths that could be. So when Arion and his friends time-jumped...they escaped out of the time stream just in time to avoid the rewriting of history that affected those who remained. For example, you still recall the real match from one month ago. So...if we don't do something, the Football Prohibition Act will be permanent? Oh no... Precisely! You've cracked it! You are a clever girl! Hmm, I see... But that's dreadful! You mean that if we don't do something, then all our futures will just disappear? Hmm. This is too difficult for me to get my head round. Just tell us what we've got to do! Simple! Before the changes in the timeline become fixed, you need to jump back to the interrupt and stop El Dorado from interfering! You mean, we have to gan back to before the start of the Japan v USA match, like? Yup! We need to take the place of the American team and battle Protocol Omega. What? But that's absurd! I'm in! I'll go and get football back! I refuse to live in a world without football! It would be kind of unbearable. Stimmt. We have to help. Our destinies are on the line. How could I not fight? OK! Then let's reach for the stars, team! Gather round! The glorious Clark von Wunderbar shall lead you to victory! Um, Coach Evans! We need you! I hear you, Arion! And I'll be with you every step of the way! But...but... Sorry, Wonderbot, but Coach Evans is Raimon's coach. Urgh... Fei, we'll need you on the team too. Sure! It's wonderful to see you all so excited about taking on El Dorado. But have you acquired an artefact for the time jump yet? We'll need something that has a connection to that interrupt. A football, or a team shirt, perhaps... Hmm... Ah, now that you mention it... What about this? It's the ticket stub from the match. Yes! This will work fine! Right, Doctor? Huh? He's gone! Doctor Cryptix is a very busy man! Are you sure that's why he went? Yes, of course I'm sure! Come on, let's not dilly-dally. There's a match waiting for us one month ago. To the TM Bus!
Now I'm really confused by it all. Just as long as you all know what you're doing...
Has anyone seen my towel? No, sorry. Could you have left it in the club room? I checked in there. Do you reckon it's been pinched? Why would they break in and then just nick his minging old towel?
But, actually... Yes? Neither Jude nor Axel were at Raimon back then. What, really?! They we ren't?! (Sorry, I hit send!) Where were they? You sure, like? I'm sure. So we can't meet them? Wasn't Axel Blaze Raimon's star striker, though?
Heh, never thought I'd see the day when they'd actually ban football - I mean, legally ban it and everything! So the football club's been disbanded? I guess you lot will be joining us in the "go home" club then, right? So if they've decided to ban football, just what are they gonna do with the stadium? I've got friends in all the big sports clubs, so I'm really into going to the matches and giving them a good old cheer. I can't support the football club because of the ban, so maybe I'll go and support the baseball club next. What? They've banned football? Finally, maybe we can all put a bit more passion into our studies instead!
It's a crying shame, this football ban. It must have been a dreadful blow to you poor kids... How are you coping? If you need to get anything off your chest, just remember I'm always here to help. Of course, club activities are important, but if you don't study properly, you'll regret it later... Perhaps you should take advantage of the football ban to catch up with your studies?
If you go north, you'll find the football stadium. But with this ban in place, I don't think you're allowed to play there, are you? I saw the friendly, but I still can't believe football's banned! Hey, why don't you come bowling with us so you can forget all about it? Oh, you don't feel like it? Everyone in town's really down in the dumps over this football ban. So it's not much fun when we go out into town any more. But I can't stop going out and having fun... That international friendly was awful. I don't know much about football, but I know that that wasn't proper football. That's why I don't think this ban's a bad thing. But I bet you footie lads can't stand it, right?
These are the second-year classrooms. You've not been looking too good since that friendly, have you? To be honest, I've not been feeling up to much myself recently... No more football for the virtuoso... Maybe I'll never be able to see him playing again. Life will never be the same... I don't really like football. Don't take it personally, but I definitely understand why football was banned. Given the choice between football and maths, I'd take maths any day.
They've officially banned football! What's a famous footballing school to do?!
This is Raimon Junior High. Football's always mentioned in the same breath as Raimon... At least, it used to be. Now, I like boys who play sports. But football? That's just barbaric! Oh, the football club! Want to help me with my insect collecting? You're not up to much at the moment anyway, what with the football ban and all. Football's been banned! Ain't that mental? Erm...think there's a chance the rugby club could use this pitch now? I'd better snap it up before we end up having a bit of argy-bargy with the other clubs. Wish me luck! Football's such a savage sport. It's probably for the best that it's been banned. I'm not much cop at physical stuff, but I do enjoy watching a good game of footie. But the Japan v USA friendly that was on the other day was just horrible. It was enough to put me off football for life! Huh? Oh, this is the main building. The staff room and nurse's room are in here. Just ask one of us teachers if you need something. But I'm afraid there's nothing we teachers can do about the football ban. Sorry!
The football ban makes me so sad! I'll never see Riccardo playing football ever again... Football's been banned? Chin up! Sometimes these things happen. It must be hard being a footballer. All those laws and bannings and things...
If there's something on your mind, eating comfort food always helps. Well, works for me, anyway! All the books related to football have been disposed of. What a travesty! All books are important... I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls? I thought I'd look for a cute girl at the friendly, but it wasn't really the right atmosphere for meeting someone...
It's important to do well in your studies and in your club activities. But not football, that's just barbaric. So this football ban extends to all things football, right? In that case, we can't play this card game either... Tch. Just when I was getting good at it, too... I collected so many cards, but now everyone's thrown them away. I hate football...
We made a deal amongst ourselves that whoever got the lowest test scores would have to buy the other's lunch. I got pipped at the post this time. Just two more marks would have made all the difference... You were only one mark off, but a win's a win so you've got to keep your promise. Arion! How goes it? Sorry, but it's just not within our power to overturn the football ban. I hate football. Can you really tell me that you still like it after that friendly?
I tried telling this girl I liked about my feelings for her, but in the end she rejected me... I'm feeling pretty down about it... I guess you're sort of in the same boat with the football ban, huh? Hasn't football been banned? Hey, if you think you're fast, we'd be glad to have you in the athletics club! Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. I see you running around a lot. Is that all you're doing now that you can't play football?
Things aren't too good for the football club right now, and I think it's rubbing off on the other clubs. Everyone's so depressed. Us managers have to keep their spirits up. I can't do anything about the football club, but I can help Raimon win a few more trophies! Football's been banned? Sometimes basketball gets a bit rough, but never enough to offend people. That friendly was the first time I've seen anything so terrible. Hey! How's tricks? Not so good, I guess... How about joining us in the basketball club instead? You're not allowed to kick the ball, but I think your sporting skills could be put to good use. We'd be glad to have you on the team.
I'm in the photography club! If you're free right now, why not come and have a look at some pictures I took of the football club? With the football ban in place, these pictures really are a rare glimpse of a forbidden world! It's such a shame that football's been banned. You were always so into it!
Is the football club being disbanded? That's awful! I've always been a huge fan of Raimon FC... That match I watched on TV was terrible, but I really liked watching you play. My friend here's really been inspired by the football club, you know. She's always trying to reach for the stars. Makes me want to get my act in gear! My teacher told me to "train my mind through adversity", whatever that means... I hear you've got it tough lately, though. Good luck!
They've made a law banning football! But why? I can't get my head round it!
It doesn't half tick me off that they banned football, but there's not much we can do about it now. Here, nosh on this - it's on the house. Best keep your strength up.
A football ban? That's terrible... But don't let it get you down, Arion!
Artefact installed!
He was. But Jude and Axel only transferred to Raimon when they were second-years. Howay, man! I never knew that... It's also the first time I've heard this.
Welcome to the Been a While Band! Are you a new student at Raimon? I'll introduce you to my friends to help you fit in! Lots of new students came to Raimon this year. That's a great boast for the student council. Look, look! Don't I suit this uniform? This is half the reason I wanted to go to Raimon! Raimon's a really big school! I still can't find my way around... How about you? These flowers are really coming along well, aren't they? Thank the science club's premium grade fertiliser for that one! Fancy joining? Go west to get to the club rooms. I'm surprised how pushy some people are with their recruitment methods! Lots of new students joined the athletics club this year. How about you? You'd still be more than welcome to join! Hey, new kid! Want to join the baseball club?
Let me show you all my hate for football! Hey, you! Want to join the brass band? We could really use a few more tromboners! This is the football club room. It's a bit of a ramshackle affair, isn't it? I'm a manager at the rugby club. Do you fancy joining too? I'll be there to give you and the entire club my support. I'm told I've been doing a good job finding new members for the basketball club. How about you? Will you join? The practice is tough but it's really rewarding! Mee-ow. (I'm lost and can't get out...)
What goes well with ramen noodles? Why, dumplings, of course! Either that or a side helping of fluffy white rice. I'd pick both, but I don't think I could stomach all of it... How about you? What would you choose? Mm, all this talking about noodles has made me hungry. Hehehe... Interested in move manuals, eh? A ball got hit out of school, so I'm out trying to find it. Have you seen a baseball round here? Can't seem to find it. Our ace slugger sure can hit it! That building work is so loud, I can't get any sleep. I wish they'd get it over with... They're building a shopping arcade! I wonder how long that'll take... Hey, guess what kind of ball I found. Here's a hint: it's white with lots of stitches. That's right, it's a baseball! It just rolled up to me a moment ago. No idea where it came from... I'd love to eat some cake out in the sun here... But I can't because Mum's making some cake for me at home! This dog's wearing a collar. It must be lost... Ruff! (I hope this lady looks after me.)
Inazuma Park's well-known for the little rocket in the playground. I used to play there all the time, myself. When I grow up, I want to be an astronaut. I'm training on small rockets like this before I work my way up to a full-size one! He's taking his sweet time. How long does it take to buy a drink from a vending machine? My mate Roddy told me there's fish in this pond, but I think he's been telling porkies! That or someone's fished them all out! You be Mummy and I'll be Daddy! Er, so you want me to be the mum? So nice and warm... Don't wanna move... Should I go for chocolate milk or one of those fizzy drinks? Or maybe some iced tea? Help, I can't decide!
I found an injured bird, so I've been nursing it back to health. I just released it earlier today and it flew all the way up to the tower. All's well that ends well! I'm not really sad about losing that bird. I'm just glad I could help it get better. They've roped off the area, but I haven't a clue what they're building inside. I'll be chuffed if it's a gardening shop! Grandad, what's going on with this piece of spare ground? Are they going to build something? I hope it's a zoo! The tower up ahead is Inazuma's most famous landmark! I'm looking for a nice place to do my sketching. But these steps are harder work than I imagined... Doubt they'll be too much trouble for a fit lad like you though! You don't have to walk very far to get to a park or other green space. Inazuma's a really nice town!
I check the weather forecast every morning. The other day there was a forecast for fine weather, cloudy weather and rain all on the same day! What a shock! And it was right! There were rainy showers on a sunny day! How unusual! If rain's forecast, make sure you take your brolly. You don't want to get caught unawares. Coming up here on my own was a much needed change of pace for me. I'm glad I came. Coo coo... (Proper love sitting on these tyres, like.) I'm told the view of the sunset from the tower is really something else. But I'm afraid of heights, so I'm content to just sit down here and sip on my coffee. There, there. No need to bark. The butterfly's not going to hurt you... Hey, try and save this! Here comes my super duper shot +1! You're useless! Hahahaha!
Hello, children! If you can just hold your horses for a little bit longer, I'll find you an extra-special opponent to take on!
All set? Good!
Back to last month's friendly! Off we go!
We're here! And just in the nick of time! Nice work, Wonderbot! But it sounds like it's already started! Quick, we need to hurry! Oh dear. Our arrival must have coincided with the time on the ticket...
When it comes to cars, speed's what you need! It's great to feel the wind rushing through your hair! You've got to be careful not to break the law though. Best to enjoy that wind in your hair just below the speed limit! You can't get the wind in your hair around town. Not when driving at the legal speed limit, that is... Hiya! Want to get kitted out? Then take a gander at our Kool Kit booth! Welcome to the G-Mart booth! Care for some refreshments? Hoo-hoo! Welcome to Magic Moves mini. If it's move manuals you're after, look no further! I can't find my car keys. Where did I put them? Are they in my pocket? Looking at all that G-Mart food is making me hungry... Grandpa'll buy something for me. He always does! Not a taxi in sight. Think I'll go for a nice long run all the way home!
I just had a great idea! Why don't we give the bears some names! Like, the green Wunderbar could be... Gründerbar! Ah, he may well be German! He looks the type to wear lederhosen! But, yes! A truly fitting name for my new friend! It says this yellow one was made in France. France and Germany! What diverse new friends I have! What does that make him? Jaunderbar? It makes him a teddy bear... I'll just pop Jaunderbar at the front of the bus. He can tell me if there's any incoming traffic. Wonderbot, that's too dangerous!
Football is illogical! Scrap it! It's a bit strange perhaps, but my hobby's collecting pennies. Yeah, they all look the same, but it doesn't matter. They say that a penny brings you good luck, so I'm trying to become as lucky as possible! I'm trying to be the luckiest person alive. I've just got to remember not to spend all my pennies. I think Japan are going to win! Ahhh, I wish I could be there watching the match! Hmph! You wouldn't have thought that it was ME who invited HIM to the match! But I've called and messaged him and still no reply! It's already started now! I lost my ticket to the friendly like an absolute spoon! Thought I might as well come to the stadium anyway. You know, just to soak up the atmosphere. The match was horrendous, so I left early! That kind of violent play will be a bad influence on the kids, you mark my words! Dad, why did we leave the stadium? I want to watch the match! I want to see how they play. Sorry, but that's enough of that... What do you say I get you some pizza to make up for it?
Guuuarrrghhhh! No! Don't tell me...
Ugh... Goooaaalllll! The Japanese team flatten the Americans with overwhelming momentum for the eighth time this game! Injuries are piling up for the American team! How long can this go on for?! This is awful! So this is how Protocol Omega play... Why is the match continuing? Why doesn't someone say something? Because of that... The spectators' minds are all under the control of the dodecahedron. So no one realises what's going on except the viewers at home? No one here can stop it? Certainly seems that way! Ah, so they're finally here.
So I guess that cat's finally out of the bag... As you might have noticed...we had a little upgrade. Say hello to Protocol Omega 2.0! Teeheehee!
Fei Rune and the so-called Wonderbot, I presume. I am Beta. What happened to Alpha? Well? How shall I put it? He had to be...let go. Such a shame.
How could you let Protocol Omega suffer such a loss? Deplorable! I...I'm sorry, sir. We have analysed your cause of defeat and reached a consensus. Charlie, Bravo, Echo and Alpha... You are to be dismissed and sent to the CONTRA facility. (gasp) N-no! Chairman, sir! Please give us another chance! Hmph.
And now you've chosen to come up against our ultra-cute, new and improved team! We ain't gonna lose to the likes of you! You're gonna give us footie back an' you can like it or lump it! On the contrary, my darlings, I don't believe you'll stand a chance. Oh yeah? Well, it's pretty easy to talk the talk. Likewise. We'll see soon enough, now, won't we?
Protocol Omega 2.0, eh? Let's hope the version upgrade didn't overpower them! I don't think you'll ever have a match as violent as this one will be. Make sure you're properly prepared. Hee hee... It's not every day you get to take photos of time assassins! We can't let them get away with all that violent play while impersonating the Japan team! Arion! Don't let this lot beat you! That's an order!!! ...Hmph. ... Come on, let's get this over with.
Football Frontier International is a worldwide tournament. Do you know it? Ten years ago, Mark Evans led his team Inazuma National to victory and became world champions. Can you believe it? Inazuma was just a dot on the map before they came along! Evans is a living legend. Oh, yeah, isn't he back at Raimon Junior High now? Welcome to the Saints' Way Pilgrims! How about we introduce you to the cream of our crop? I couldn't watch that match any longer. I had to come out early... Strike me pink! That wasn't football. I don't know what it was, but it wasn't football! This way to the Japan v USA friendly. I wish I could go and see what's happening, but I can't. Such is the lot of the receptionist. This way to the Japan v USA friendly. I can't hear much cheering, just shouting! I wonder if something's up in the stadium...
Are you sure you're ready for this match? Really? Oh, do get a move on. (giggle) The data we have on you has already been entered and processed. You won't stand a chance!
The action's about to get under way again in this bitterly fought Japan-USA friendly! The American team has let Japan open up a huge lead, but will they be able to pull it back? So we're the American team? And they're the Japanese team? That's not half confusing! Now is not the time for an identity crisis! Protocol Omega's plan is to use this match to make the world think that football is a fierce and dangerous sport. They're going to get really rough with you. Be careful out there! OK!
We're packed to the rafters here at Saints' Way Stadium! The American team are about to restart the action.
Go ahead, Foxtrot.* Japan player Foxtrot has stolen the ball from America with a devastating charge! They really are playing rough! This is going to be a no-holds-barred kind of match, by the looks of it. Huh huh... Do your best, kiddies! Ugh... If it carries on like this, football will definitely get the reputation of being a violent sport! We have to stop them somehow!
Ugh, no... Protocol Omega 2.0 are just too strong. Oh no, no, no... Football will end up being banned for violence! You've got to stop them!
(giggle) Excellent! And now... Serves you right!!!
Goooaaallll! The Japanese team has scored! I guess I should have known that she would have a Fighting Spirit as well. Oh no... Are they gonna hold out? It's OK! Arion'll be able to armourfy his Fighting Spirit! Yes, erm, wishful thinking...but possible! Why wishful thinking? Well...let's just hope for the best, shall we?
I'm going to armourfy like I did before! Then we'll definitely be able to score! Uahhh! Heavenly Horse, Arch Pegasus!!! It didn't work?! That's what I was afraid would happen... Why?! Why couldn't I armourfy?
What went wrong, Arion? I don't know... Why couldn't I armourfy? I'm not certain, but it could be because there's no resonance happening, like the last time you armourfied. Huh? Just after the interrupt, the fluctuations in the timeline caused multiple Arions to exist in many parallel worlds... Which meant that you could use the resonance of all those copies of you to increase your own power. But the fluctuations related to Raimon have since settled and those parallel worlds have gone, so there is no resonance phenomenon. I don't get it... You mean I can't armourfy? No, you can't... If you want to be able to armourfy, you'll have to raise your own powers and learn how to armourfy yourself. Ugh. Forget about it, Arion. Don't waste any energy trying to do something that isn't possible. Yeah... All we can do right now is pool the powers we do have and fight them! OK! And we're about to see the start of the second half! Let's see if America can pull something out of the hat in this trans-Pacific friendly!
Beta, execute the plan. Absolutely, sir. November blows Sherwind away with an aggressive charge! It was clearly a foul, but gone are those halcyon days, it seems! The Japanese team are continuing to play! More rough play deserving a red card! And the Japanese team plough on regardless! What was that?! The Japan players have ignored the ref and carried on playing. I've never seen anything like it! This isn't football! It's brutality! If the match ends here, history will never be restored. What are we going to do...?
What should we do...? Hello, Fei. Huh?! Now we finally have a chance to talk. There are no records of your existence in El Dorado's archive. But since you're capable of time-jumping and using duplies, you seem to be on the same technological level as us. You are an irregular factor which seems to be devoted to opposing El Dorado... So, what exactly are you? ... Answer. Who are you? Why are you being so meddlesome?! I am...Fei! Fei Rune!!! And all I want to do is to protect football from you! So you plan to continue opposing us? How adorable! Very well, as you wish... But don't say you weren't warned! This is an unprecedented match! Is "match" even the right word for the barbaric cruelty that we've seen from the Japanese side today? Could this perhaps be the worst disgrace in Japanese footballing history?! I'm not going to lose here! Football's coming back to us!
Gooooooaaaalll!!! The Japan team have added another goal to their frankly astonishing total! Oh, wait a minute! It looks like the match officials are going to abandon the match! Yes, this international friendly has been abandoned! What a disgraceful display... A disgrace for both our country and for the sport itself!
Too violent! Too gruesome! The American team are all injured! Could this Japanese team really have been chosen to represent the nation to the world? What a shame for Japan! Wh-what? I think that about wraps up this interrupt, don't you? All your passion for football will now be wiped away. You will never defy El Dorado again. What's that light?! Fei, you are a dangerous individual. Therefore, your existence will now be compressed for storage. (gasp) Wh-what?! Once you have been compressed into the storage dimension, you'll be easily searchable in our database! Ughhh!!! Fei! Agh...
Haaah!!! God Hand V! Coach Evans! Everyone, hurry! Get out of here! It's no use... We just can't defeat them with our powers as they are now. Quickly, go! O-OK! Everyone, this way! Dr Cryptix! Let's move, team! Come on, get on board! What should we do, boss? Are we really just going to let them get away? Hm.
Beta, change of target... Compress Mark Evans. Yes, Chairman. Everybody's on board! Coach, come quickly! OK! Uagh! Coach! No! Stay back! Don't come any closer! Stay back! C-Coach...! Coach Evaaans!!! Arion, wait! You can't help Coach Evans now! We must leave! Coach Evans!!! Awww, they got away. No matter. We've compressed Mark Evans, so we've done what we were told.
What did they do to Coach Evans?! Hmmm. This is an example of a phenomenon called "compression"... "Compression"?! He's been placed into a storage dimension. He is now in a compressed state, and won't be able to move, speak or do anything. Oh no! Poor Coach Evans! And we didn't manage to put history back as it should be... Children. There isn't much time. We can't allow ourselves the luxury of moping about and being down in the dumps! We need to decide what needs to be done! We must live to fight another day, and strike back when we have enough power to do so! If Coach Evans could see you sitting around here crying, he wouldn't be happy, now would he? Booyah! The bear's right! I see no bear here! I don't know about you lot, but I'm not one to feel sorry for myself - complete waste of time. And that's something I learnt at Raimon! I guess so... If they beat us down, we just have to get back up again. It's what we've been doing all along, isn't it? Right! We'll get Coach Evans back...and football too! Bene! Let's do it! Well if that's the case, you'll have to do it by yourselves. I'm not getting involved. What do you mean? Buh, why'd I have to pick football of all things...? Yeah, seems more trouble than it's worth these days... Aye, I cannit really be bothered. I'd rather gan yem and have a nice cuppah in front of the telly. What's up with you all?! What's up with YOU? I guess we've just come back to our senses. I'm not that bothered about playing football again. Just thinking about it makes me a bit queasy. What was I even thinking when I joined the team?! Meh. Nothing good ever came of football, anyway. Why did I ever get obsessed with it? I really don't know. W-what... Why...
They all left... What happened? I'll wager it has something to do with those mind control waves. That doesn't sound good... You all saw those rays of light, yes? Protocol Omega used them to change the way people think! You mean that's why they've all lost their passion for football?! Well, it may be even worse than that. I fear that they may now hate football completely! No! But...can our feelings towards football really be changed like that?! I'm afraid they can. An overwhelmed mind weakened by despair is an easy thing to mould... (gasp) But how is it that we weren't affected? By nature, Fighting Spirits are the physical manifestation of a person's emotional strength. I imagine that that strength acted as a barrier to deflect the rays away from you. The others, however, will have received their full force. That's a really low tactic... Forcing someone to hate the thing they love against their will... But why? Why have they been made to hate football? There's nothing bad about football at all! This is really horrible... Hey Doc, can't you do something to put them all back to normal? Mind control is a form of hypnosis. If you defeat Protocol Omega, you should be able to find a way to undo what they have done. You want us to beat them?! After the drubbing they just gave us? I'm afraid there's no other way. If you can't fix it soon, the mind control may become permanent and your teammates may end up hating football forever. Oh, non... Well, good luck, kids! Arion... What are we going to do? There's only one thing we can do... And that's to make a team capable of defeating Protocol Omega. Can we do that? We have to! It's the only way to get back our coach, our teammates and our football! We have to get much stronger, and train ourselves to armourfy our Fighting Spirits. Then we'll take on Protocol Omega and win! Armourfied Fighting Spirits... Yeah, if we had that kind of power, we could pretty much do anything! But how are we going to learn to armourfy? I don't know! But... All this time travel has muddled up history so much. There's only one way I know of to make us stronger! And that is? Practice!!! If Coach Evans were here, that's what he'd say! I agree! Yes, Arion's right. Hah. I might have guessed. Don't worry, everyone! It'll be fine!
When a player and special move share the same element, it gets even more powerful! You'll want to use the element that works best against your opponent too, though, so I guess it's all about picking the best one for the job. Oh, and Fighting Spirits have elements too, so using the right element can even help you win spirit duels!
Thank you for coming at such short notice. Despite the situation, our commander will always be Alpha. From now on, we'll carry out the mission on his behalf. Affirmative.
The entrance to the stadium's been blocked off... It's because of the football ban. Because we couldn't put history right... There aren't many of us left on the team since Sam and the others walked out. Will we be enough? We have to be. There's no one else! Hmm. This really is terrible. I hate to think how Mark would have felt if he'd have been around to see this. It's like an insult to his memory... "Memory?" What do you mean, Ms Hills? Yes, what DO you mean? What do you mean, what do I mean?! You all went to the funeral! What?! ...You're kidding, right? How did... How did Coach Evans... You can't have forgotten. It was in a traffic accident on the day of the Japan v USA international friendly last month. Now you really are joking! Coach Evans is alive! Mark's...alive? Yes, he is! Did someone change history again? No...this is different... Oh, no. Are we still not back on the real timeline? Ms Hills, you do know us, right? I do. You're Fei, and that's Wonderbot. You came from the future. She remembers... So that means that only Coach Evans's history has been changed. Fascinating - the timeline is maintaining its historical coherence by having Coach Evans perish. Historical coherence? Sorry, but you've lost me again, mate. But, Mark is alive, right? That's good to hear. I'm afraid we can't say for sure... If we leave things as they are, this altered history will settle in and become the "real" history. So then, Coach Evans really will be dead? Yes. And once history has been changed, it's extremely difficult to change it again. Oh no... So, we only have one option to undo all this. Defeat Protocol Omega as soon as possible! That's right. To do that, we need to armourfy, and we have to do it through our own strength, not with the help of a resonance phenomenon. I'm repeating myself, but the only way to armourfy our Fighting Spirits is to raise our own powers. Then we'll be ready. OK. I'm going to train, and I'll learn how to armourfy. And then we'll beat Protocol Omega 2.0! I will practise, too! And we'll save Coach Evans and get Sam and the others all back to normal! Well, I'm not too good with all this stuff, but we just need to be strong enough to armourfy, yeah? If Arion can do it, I bet I can too! Yes, but first we have to find a place to do some training. With this football ban, we won't be able to use Riverside or the park... This is frustrating indeed! We're all fired up, with nowhere to go! Eh, what's this? It's a message from Axel Blaze! Coach Blaze? Really?
Team, could you all come to the tower, please?
You mean THE Axel Blaze? The legendary striker who helped Mark Evans lead Raimon to victory?! Yup, that's the one. I wonder if he'll be willing to help us... I wonder... But he probably won't be aware of the current situation. At the very worst, he could hate football too. No way! I can't believe that Coach Blaze would ever hate football! Let's go and see if he can help. I wasn't with you in the other timeline, and I can still grasp what's happening. Maybe he can, too. Yes, but Ms Hills, you've already met us once and experienced a change in history. So it may have been easier for you to accept the truth. But Mr Blaze has been living in a separate history to us. It may be difficult to explain things to him. Hm... In any case, mooching around here worrying about things isn't helping anything. Let's go to the tower to meet Coach Blaze.
I'm so glad to hear that Mark is still alive...
Roger!
As requested by Fei, I've made some InaPics for you to use in InaLink! Oh! You did it! Thank you! InaPics? Think of them as pictures you can just plop into the conversation!
AND THE CHIEF? What now, Roma? THE CHIEF CAN I MEET THE CHIEF The chief? You mean... Kevin Dragonfly. NOT A TRANSFER STUDENT TOO IS HE
What's the football club getting up to these days? You can't go out training, right? Let me know if you want to hang out. I'm always up for a game of bowling or three! When all the usual folk get together, all they do is complain lately... That's not much fun! Everyone's so down recently. You should take her out and show her some fun! Come on, let's go and ask her! If you don't, she's only going to like that boy she's talking to more and more. Oh, I can't do it... She'll never go out with someone like me. I've hardly even talked to her! Hey, Arion, you usually say "It'll be fine!", don't you? Not so fine with the football ban any more, though, is it?
These are the second-year classrooms. Everyone's a bit blue lately, especially the football club. So Gabi and the others don't like football any more? What's wrong with people? How could they betray the virtuoso? I've been really into these personality tests recently! Try this: if you were a ghost, what kind of building would you prefer to haunt? Ooh, interesting. "You'd much rather play video games alone at home." Spooky, right? These personality tests don't fit her at all. I don't believe in this pseudoscience lark... But it's still good for a laugh, so I think I'll keep on doing them with her...
If anyone looks like they need a pick-me-up, I bring them here. But then they complain about the sugar rush! The football club members aren't doing well at all, are they? Since the ban came in they just don't seem to have the same spark.
Your club members are all looking really drained right now. Well, can't say I blame them, really. I don't agree with this football ban at all. But what's done is done, so we'll just have to live with it. It's harsh, but you've got to learn to move on.
Welcome to the Nippon Collection! I can see you're no amateur from your sturdy gait. Do you want to speak to the other members? Is the football club being disbanded? That's awful! I've always been a huge fan of Raimon FC... That match I watched on TV was terrible, but I really liked watching you play. My friend here's really been inspired by the football club, you know. She's always trying to reach for the stars. Makes me want to get my act in gear! My teacher told me to "train my mind through adversity", whatever that means... I hear you've got it tough lately, though. Good luck!
My Samguk's not been very happy recently... He says he's quit football. It must be down to this football ban.
I've been savin' me pocket money to buy meself a football, but now Mum says I'm not allowed one...
Welcome to the Crash Team! I think we can prescribe you a suitable player or two. Just take note of the dosage!
Recently, I had a dream that I was playing football with Vitya. It was such fun, chasing after the ball together. But the dream doesn't have to end. I'm going to make sure I walk again, you'll see.
The laws of physics have no place for football! My instructor is great! He can put a frog on someone's head without them even noticing! I'm training to be able to do the frog trick, just like him! But I won't try it on my big brother, cos he's got no sense of humour. None at all! Hee hee! First I've got to find a frog, then I can train to be as stealthy as my teacher! I'm not sure whether they're moving house or just having something delivered, but this truck is blocking off this whole side of the street! The shop on the corner just opened. I used to come here with my grandad and we'd wonder what they were building here. He's always like this when I bring him out for a walk. I tell him to heel, but he just doesn't listen. I'm not in a rush though, so I don't suppose it matters... Coo coo! (huff huff) I'm worried I've been getting out of shape lately, so I've been coming here for a walk every day. The climb up to the tower certainly works the calves!
There's the tower...but where's Coach Blaze?
Threat detected! Preparing to erase football memory! I heard a rumour that someone finally caught that Tower Trout who lives in the pond over there! They say it was bigger than a car and had fangs like a dinosaur, and it could jump higher than the top of this tower! But how do you manage to catch a whopper like that?
...Never mind the fish, I think that story's the biggest whopper... You don't need swings and a roundabout to entertain children - the world is their playground. I'm sure you understand that! Hisssss! (This is my turf. Know your place!) The town's certainly changed a lot since my day. Except for the view from here - that hasn't changed one bit. I love this view... I came here with my little bruv cos I wanted to show him the view from the top of the tower. It's a stunner, right? Trouble is, I don't think he likes high places... No, I don't wanna! Do we really have to climb this thing?!I should just show you this way... arion_cheer.ipc WOW THAT IS FLIPPING AMAZING ROSIE!!!!!!!! It's Arion! The girl's got skills.
No, Kevin was in Raimon football club from the very start. BOOOOYAAAAH!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WANT TO GO AND MEET THE CHIEF! GOTTA SHOW HIM MY MAD SKILLZ!!!!!!!! Fei! Please! Will you take us?
Long time no see. We found you! I thought there might be more of you... This is it, unfortunately. So be it. We'll have to work with what we have. I want to help you save Mark. How did you know?! I can't let El Dorado meddle with history any further. You know about El Dorado? That's right. And I know about you, Fei and the TM Bus. Zounds! How come you aren't affected by the interrupt? Perhaps it's because of this bracelet... That's a time band! Hoho! A time band shields you from the effects of time interrupts! That's why he's been unaffected by all these time paradoxes! Wah! He's back again! Dr Cryptix. Indeed! And just where did you get that, exactly? It was sent to me by the Benefactor, along with a rather curious message. The Benefactor? Who's that? While I was the Holy Emperor of Fifth Sector, Gyan Cinquedea received a vast amount of support from someone called "Benefactor X". It was all in the name of tracking down children with next-generation powers, officially termed "Hyper-Evolved Children". The Hyper-Evolved Children... Arion himself was even being investigated as a potential next-generation child. Me? But no one knows who or where the Benefactor is. They didn't permit any face-to-face contact whatsoever. Then about a month ago, I was sent this band along with a message. It said to wear the band at all times because it would help me save football, but it didn't go into detail. Save football? So this "Benefactor" is someone who wants to help football too? I'm not sure, but shortly after that, all this happened. Arion, I've been able to view video recordings of your recent battle against Protocol Omega using this time band. That's why I came here to help you. Most fascinating... Getting hold of a time band in our time period would be a proverbial piece of cake. I think it's highly probable that our mystery benefactor is someone from the future like us. But why would they be doing this? And how is the Benefactor connected to these Hyper-Evolved Children? Yes... Perplexing, isn't it? In any case, your primary concern for now should be to defeat Protocol Omega 2.0 and save Mark Evans. There is still one place left where you'll be free to play football. You should go there to practise. There is?! Where? Sanctum. Sanctum?! The intensive training facility where Fifth Sector took gifted children and turned them into superior players. After the Saints' Way final, I closed Sanctum. If you go there, you should be able to train undisturbed. Oh, that sounds wonderful! I'll continue working to save Mark. If you think I can be of help, don't hesitate to contact me. Thank you very much, Coach Blaze! We'd better be going then! Goodbye! OK then, let's not dilly-dally! Looks like we're off to Sanctum, kids! To the TM Bus, quick-sharp! Since when have you been calling the shots, Doctor?
You'll be able to practise football as much as you like at Sanctum. Good luck!
Axel, thank you so much for everything you've done. I just want to save football and get Mark back to where he belongs. I'm right here behind you all. There's a long road ahead of you, so stay strong. Thanks! We won't stop until everything's back to normal!
I've made plenty more. Feel free to use them! sam_thumbs_up.ipc Now InaLink is even more fun! If you happen to make any more, do add them, won't you!
Yes, I suppose he doesn't have a time travelling license. Alright, then. He can sit at the back. Be nice! NOW WHERE ARE WE GONNA SIT I LIKE SITTING AT THE BACK! He's adorable! Off we go, team!
Now hold your horses! It's very possible to meet your heroes, but you must under no circumstances speak to them! Aww, what? BIT HARSH NO???? We can't? Wonderbot's right.
Woof! (It was nice of you to come and pet me. Since you're so friendly, I'll introduce you to my society, the Dash Hounds!)
We can use the TM Bus's warp function to fly us directly to Sanctum! Wow! So it can move through time AND space? This bus is proper useful! You better believe it!
Off we go to Sanctum! Yippeee!
So this is Sanctum. It hasn't changed at all... Sanctum Stadium's up ahead, on the far side of the island. Let's train there so we can learn how to armourfy! Dr Cryptix, would you happen to have any tips for us? For armourfying? (cough) Ahem, well... Go on! Frankly, I haven't a clue. Oh... My field of expertise is in space-time theory. I'm afraid I know very little about football. And that goes for armourfying too. Hmph! Well, we'll just have to put our hearts and souls into practice, won't we? Perspiration and inspiration and whatnot! Exactly! Huh? Where's Dr Cryptix? He said he was off to compile his research... Mad scientists. What can you do, eh?
...You want items? Welcome to Sanctum Holidays! Hope you opted for our all-inclusive package tour. Have fun making friends here. Cheep cheep! Ruff! Arf arf!
The air in Sanctum is so good! ITS LIKE A DETOX FOR YOUR LUNGS RIGHT!!!!!! It'd be the perfect spot for a picnic, eh? If not for the wind...
Oh! Someone left a towel in the TM Bus. It must be Victor's! Many thanks. It has Silky Nona from that video game Magical Hat Trick* on it. I didn't know you were a fan! Magical what? No, that can't be mine... Ooh, that might be mine! Oh, is it? You ought to be taking better care of your belongings, team! True. You wouldn't want to end up losing something in a different time period.
By the way... When are you going to put on a performance, hmm? A performance? What do you mean? Isn't that what managers do? Leap into the air and perform incredible feats of acrobatic skill? I think you're confusing managers with cheerleaders...
Jaunderbar's vanished! I see him! He's under Victor's chair! Not any more... Now he's under Roma's... He's just rolled over towards me. Hewwo, Jaunderbar! And there he goes again. I'm ready for him! He's under Arion's chair. Got him! Huzzah!
Really? We can't just go around changing history willy-nilly! With history in its current state, we have no idea what would happen. I suppose that makes sense...
Tweet! Ch-cheep! Tweet!
...Looking for move manuals?
Huh! What?! Protocol Omega! Mike... Juliet... Lima... Golf... ...and Hotel! We five are under the command of Alpha. You may call us...Special Force A-5! Special Force A-5? An elite battle team! You appear to be on this island in an attempt to develop armourfication powers. Your efforts would be laughable if they weren't so pathetic. However, we can't have you gaining more powers, so I think it's about time we put you in your place! Once we've finished with you, you'll hurt so bad that you'll never want to go near a football again. So they're looking for a football battle. Well, we're ready for them. Promise us - if we win, you're going to put history back to normal! Yeah, OK. If you win... Don't you think it's a little strange that only five of them are here? Perhaps they're not here on El Dorado's orders. You might be right. But that leaves one question - why? I'm not sure, but this is a big chance for us. We won't get many chances to practise armourfying in a real match, will we? You're right! Ha! You really think you can win? Fools...
Ha. Ready to lose yet? We're going to destroy you!
Are you ready for us? Hmph, get a move on... OK. Commencing operations!
The altered timeline won't affect this battle, so there can be no resonance phenomenon. Your chances of armourfying are zero. That's not true! We'll show you we can armourfy through our own strength! Great, but how do we do that?! Listen to your Fighting Spirit's voice. Concentrate and open your heart, and you'll be able to hear it. Then you can release the energy all at once! Even if I could hear my Fighting Spirit, I think I'd need a translator! This is a problem with your feelings. Feel the spirit, listen to its voice and align your thoughts. That's all I can tell you. So we have to make our feelings one with our Fighting Spirits? I'll give it a try! Yeah, I remember now! This is how I felt when I first armourfied! Huaaaaghh!!! Heavenly Horse, Arch Pegasus! Armourfy! Ugh! Come on... Haaaaghh! Heroic Swordsman, Lancelot! Armourfy! Tch! Brave Samurai, Musashi! Armourfy! It's not working... I just don't get it! It's no use... No matter what we do, we just can't armourfy. What now? Our leader was sent away because we lost that match to you. You've made us angry. Now we will avenge him! Avenge?
Too slow! Hahaha! That's a hefty-looking shot! I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of that! What?! Where did- Is that a Fighting Spirit?! Dark Demigod, Black Butcher! Grauugh!!!
Ugh, that was unexpected. What happened to the battle?! What was that Fighting Spirit? I don't know. Insufficient data. Mike here. Sorry to disturb your little playtime, but could I bother you for a moment? Yes, Captain.
You had me worried, Mike. Wherever did you vanish off to? We took part in a battle against Raimon. Without getting the Chairman's permission? Naughty boy, Mike. I apologise for taking this action unilaterally. But I thought it better that we remove them sooner rather than later. Their activities could land more of us in the CONTRA facility, and we didn't want to risk that happening to you. How adorable! I never knew you cared so much for my well-being! So, tell me ALL about the battle. I'm all ears. Unfortunately, we were not able to fulfil our objective. You mean you lost? No, we were obstructed by an unidentified Fighting Spirit and our targets were able to escape. We will now try to trace Raimon. Understood. Be sure to take all relevant precautions. Affirmative. Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practise to deceive...* You were listening, Chairman? Those five are Alpha's most loyal followers. I wonder if they're planning revenge. The same thought occurred to me, sir... Teeheehee... Mike and his little pals... They'll have something to worry about once they're back... It should be quite entertaining!
Huh? Huh, where are we? What happened in that battle? Did we win? Arion! Look at this! Ah! It's the guardian spirit of football! That old statue's a guardian spirit? Yep. I remember it from last time! A guardian of football... I like the sound of that. Who's there? Hey! Tezcat! So it was you who helped us out in the battle. I'm glad I made it in time. Football is again in crisis, it seems. I could not stand idly by. I guess the football ban doesn't reach all the way out here? Of course! Nothing's changed here. Oh, sorry, let me introduce you to Fei. This is my old footballer friend Tezcat. I met him on this very island. Pleased to meet you. I'm Fei Rune. Hey. Fei's here to help us save football. Ah, I see... Sorry to change the subject, but I came here today to tell you something important. It's about armourfying your Fighting Spirits... Wh-what?! You know how to armourfy? Yes. You will definitely need to armourfy against your current opponents. Fortunately, you can already use Fighting Spirits. I want you to use this island to learn how to armourfy your Fighting Spirits. The guardian of football will surely lend you his powers. Wow! That's great! You really know your stuff, Tezcat! It's like YOU are the guardian of football! Haha, cut it out! OK, let's do it, everyone! Let's armourfy! Booyaaah! Now we're getting somewhere! So it looks like we'll be staying here again. We'll need to start training as soon as possible. I'll see you up at Sanctum Stadium.
Coo coo. Coo coo coo. Coo coo... Mrrow!
No thanks. Cheerleading is such a wonderful demonstration of strength and athleticism. Why, it's an excellent sport! I don't doubt it. But that's not what the managers are there for! Yeah, being thrown in the air isn't part of our job descriptions... Shame. Really, quite a shame.
So, if Coach Evans was in first year... What are you thinking? Then where does that put Ms Hills?
Kwaa! Kwaa!
There it is! Sanctum Stadium! Come on, we don't want to keep Tezcat waiting! Hm. What's the matter, Rick? Um? Ah... It's just something Protocol Omega said... Yeah...? Our leader was sent away because we lost that match to you. You've made us angry. Now we will avenge him! He said they were angry. Hmm... I was a bit shocked to hear it, because that means they came and hunted us down for the sake of their former captain. They were angry on behalf of a teammate, and that's only possible because they care deeply for him. Judging by the people from the future we've met so far, I didn't think they cared about each other at all. I thought so too. But they do have feelings for each other. They're the same as us after all. And let's not forget Fei. Huh? Fei's from the future as well.
Me? Ms Hills would have been at primary school! Primary school! We'd actually be older! Aren't you curious? Yeah! And no one said we weren't allowed to look! I veto this idea!
Ah, customers! This is a turn-up for the books! How may I help you? There used to be a Fifth Sector training facility on this island. You look familiar... Could it be I've met you somewhere before?
Sorry to keep you waiting! That's alright. Now, let me show you how to armourfy! ... Um, Tezcat? What are you doing? Copy me. You want to armourfy, don't you? You're just standing there... Is that really how you armourfy? Well, we have to give it a shot... ... ... I want you all to listen carefully... Still your hearts, think of the things you wish to protect, and pray for further strength. The strength of your thoughts will pull the Fighting Spirit closer to your being. A wind is coming... Wind? Yes. And as the wind wraps around you, so will the Fighting Spirit. Imagine it enveloping your entire body. Arion, the wind on this island wants to become one with you. Think of becoming one with the wind. The wind... I think I'm starting to picture it! I can see myself in armour! Nope, I'm not getting anything... Feel the Fighting Spirit... I think I'm getting closer. I'm starting to recall what it felt like the first time I summoned it. It feels hot and tense... Can you feel it, Victor? Yeah, I can. The desire to protect. The impossible becoming possible... I feel really close to football! I'm not really sure, but I think I feel it too! Yeah, me too! Look Ricky, Victor! Open your eyes! I think I've got that armourfied feeling down! Come on, let's train! Don't forget that passion burning inside you, and keep hold of it! Make yourself one with the wind... That's good advice. Becoming one with the wind is the same as becoming one with your Fighting Spirit. That's the best way to think about it. You're very mysterious, Tezcat. Really? From my perspective, it's you who are the mysterious one. But we're fighting for the same purpose - to protect the thing we both love. Yeah... (gasp) The wind changed!!! Protocol Omega! There you are! I believe we have unfinished business. So that Fighting Spirit was yours. I warn you, do not get in our way again. Arion, it's time... Yeah. We've got something to protect.
Let's not lose to that lot! They really are relentless... You were so close to learning how to armourfy, and now this happens! You can do it, Arion. You just need to believe in yourself! It's now or never. You must learn to armourfy your Fighting Spirit in this match! We won't let you get away this time. You've already lost.
Well? Prepared for the rematch? Stop wasting our time and hurry up. Here are the rules of the battle: score one goal to win and nothing more. It's that simple.
OK! This time we're going to show you our armourfied Fighting Spirits! I can feel it! I can feel the wind stirring! I will become stronger...to protect what's important! Heavenly Horse, Arch Pegasus! Still?! Oh no...
I felt so close, but something was missing. Hmm. Mr Bear! Who are you calling a bear?! Combine me and Arion! Wh-what?! You mean you want me to miximax the pair of you?! Yes. I want to push his feelings that bit higher. Roger!
Miximax activate!!! Uh... Ughhhhh! Mixed to the max!
Arion's been suffused with Tezcat's aura! He's much stronger now that he has access to Tezcat's powers! Tch! We could have done without this! My Fighting Spirit power is now boosting yours! My desire to protect football overlaps with your own hopes. And that is to armourfy your Fighting Spirit! Wow... The power's coursing through me! I've never felt power like this before from a Fighting Spirit. Now I can armourfy for sure! You'll never get the chance! Tezcat, I can feel your power! Your passion for football is making me stronger! Now, Arion! Bring forth your own power and armourfy!!! OK! I did it!!! Good! Now finish it!
Ugh, I don't believe it... Rules are rules. We will retreat. Arion! You did it, Arion! I'm so proud of you! Thank you, Tezcat. I couldn't have done it without you. All I did was push you in the right direction. Now you're even stronger. You're going to be one of the team's most powerful assets, Arion! Yeah, and it's everyone else's turn to armourfy next! That's right! We have to follow in Arion's footsteps and learn how to armourfy as soon as we can! Huh, a message?
ATTENTION! They're pulling down the football stadium! Come back right away!
What?! The stadium's being demolished?! It's because of the football ban. You'd better go quickly. You have to protect football. Come with us, Tezcat. We want you on the team! Hmm. I'm sorry, but I can't. Why not? My place is here, protecting this island. It's an important job and it's my duty. I understand... But I still want to help you, so whenever you want to practise, just come back here. OK! Thank you! Well, we'll be seeing you, Tezcat! You really do have good friends, don't you? I really do!
The bus is at the port. Better get a move on! It's just one thing after another... How awful! I can't believe they'd demolish the football stadium...
We're on our way! If we take the TM Bus, we'll be there in a jiffy! Great idea! Please hurry!
Do people in the future fly around in UFOs? What on earth gave you that idea? Protocol Omega ride about in them, right? It was like something out of a sci-fi film! Oh, that. That's just a timecraft. When I first saw it, I thought we were being invaded by aliens! Why are they shaped like that? Well, I don't know! Ask El Dorado! They're the ones who designed them!
So...what exactly DO managers do? We make the drinks, prepare equipment, wash the uniforms... Stuff like that. And take photos! Do you really need to take photos, though?
Do all bears have their seat belts on, this time? They can just easily slip out the bottom... I guess I'm going to need someone to look after them for me... Why not leave them at Windsor Manor? Aunty Silvia would spoil them rotten! That's a good idea! Very tempting. I'd quite like to be spoilt rotten, myself!
So Raimon's stadium is going to be demolished. Everything related to football is gradually being destroyed. This football ban is really doing my head in! Chop, chop! Belt up!
And it's back to school we go! Whoo-hoo!
Arion, I'm glad I was able to help you. Put football back where it belongs. I believe in you. And when you do, we can play football together once more.
OK, here we are back at dear old Raimon! We need to go over to the stadium!
Hm, sir's car is cool and all, but I've really started to take an interest in that bus over there, too! You know what? I think I might even like vehicles more than I like people... You can leave the school from here to get to the shopping area. Just remember that ball sports are banned outside, OK? Ooh! Meeow, meeeoowww! Who's a pretty kitty-cat! Purr purrrrrrrr! What? Don't bother me while I'm in cat mode! Meeooowww! (Pet my tummy! I won't scratch you, promise...) They're going to demolish the football stadium! I know you only just started here, but it still hits pretty hard, right? You won't be getting through here any time soon, mate. They've sealed off all the entrances.
I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls? Even if they're down in the dumps like you lot, I'll just think up some funny stories to cheer them up with!
They're demolishing the football stadium? That's not good... No wonder everyone's been so prickly recently. So they're going to tear down the football stadium... It's no use trying to escape reality. Sooner or later, you'll have to give in to it.
Arion! How goes it? I'm truly sorry about the whole stadium fiasco, but I don't think there's anything that can be done about it!
They're going to pull down the football stadium? After they just built it? What a waste!
These are the second-year classrooms. They've decided to pull down the football stadium... That makes me sad... So they're even pulling down the stadium? Football's gradually disappearing... Do they really have to go that far...? When I heard about the football ban, it made me realise that you need to be able to let go of things, even the things you love the most. I think it's important to look for new clubs or hobbies that you can take an interest in. Don't just cling to the football club forever, OK?
So the football stadium's being turned into a practice ground for the baseball club? That must be a shame for you, but what can you do? Such is life. Hmph, it's like a building site round here! That's cos it is a building site. Well, more like a demolition site...
So it looks like they're going to put the baseball club's practice ground here... They can't...! Football really will be forgotten if things carry on like this. Restoring the past will be much harder. We must defeat Protocol Omega soon! But Arion's the only one who can armourfy so far. And we can't practise publicly either... Plus we don't have enough team members. If it comes down to it, we may have to rely on Fei's duplies. It's too much of a burden on Fei. Don't worry, it's fine by me. But, still... I know! Let's use the Teachings of the Master! What's that? The Teachings of the Master are written of in a legendary tome and they're said to detail how to build the ultimate football team! The ultimate football team?! That's exactly what we need right now! Wait a minute! Aren't the Teachings of the Master on display in the Football Memorial Museum 200 years from now? Yes, that's right. 200 years from now? But that's the future! If it's such a great work, won't El Dorado be using it to create the ultimate team themselves? Yes, you're probably right... Hoho! Unlikely! The Teachings of the Master are written in code. The work is impenetrable to even the most scholarly of scholars! Dr Cryptix! I believe a little elucidation is in order! The Teachings of the Master, written by the elusive "Master", are said to tell of certain legendary players. Who is the Master? Who, indeed! All major football players in history are reported to have worshipped the Master at one time or other. Many fought to be the first to get their hands on his teachings, but he knew that his knowledge was dangerous. If even one party acquired it, the world of football would be destabilised. And thus, he encoded his writings! Well, so the story goes. You mean you don't know? We believe the teachings were written long ago, so no official records remain. But that will mean we can't read them either. How about you, Doctor? Do you think you could decode them? ... Er... Dr Cryptix disappeared again. Never mind, team! We'll worry about whether we can read these teachings or not later. Now's the time for action! If the effects of El Dorado's interference in history continue, there won't be any football in the world 200 years from now. And the precious nuggets of footballing knowledge that are the Teachings of the Master will simply cease to exist! We can't let that happen. My words exactly! We need the Teachings of the Master to preserve the people's memory of football. That's a good way to put it. The least we can do is try. Now we're talking! Bon! Let's get hold of the Teachings of the Master! OK, then we'd best be off to the Football Memorial Museum! This time, we're jumping two whole centuries into the future!
El Dorado have good taste. I do hope we'll become friends! Friends?! mark_shock.ipc If that was supposed to be some sort of joke, I'm not laughing! Besides, I think the design of the TM Bus is far superior, don't you agree? I like the TM Bus, too, but UFOs are so magical... You can't just mix sci-fi and fantasy, Rosie!
She always sends us the photos after each match, so it's not so creepy. Except they're almost all shots of you, Riccardo... I guess it's good to have a record of your games, though. The virtuoso IS kinda her muse. We take down notes on the team, too, so there's that!
Don't we need an artefact to go to the future? No, no, no. Because that's the era we come from, you see? I wonder what the future's like! I'm sure it will be wonderful! Don't you go running off now, you hear? Hey, Fei. What are cities like 200 years in the future? Um... I bet they're ultra high-tech. Flying timecars zipping all over the place and stuff, yeah? Well, you'll see when we get there. Ah, come on, give us a hint. What kind of house do you live in? Do you have a family? Brothers and sisters? ... Fei? Ladies and gentlemen, we are now ready for take-off!
To the 23rd century! The future awaits! Whoo-hoo!
So this is what the future's like... It's a little too dark to see much. Sorry chaps, but we don't have time to dawdle. We need to get in and get the teachings while the museum's closed. The teachings are held in Exhibition Room 3. I'll hack into the security cameras to help you get there and make sure you're safe! Got it. Thanks, Wonderbot! Always a pleasure. Now, let's get this mission started! First, you'll need to find yourselves a way into the building! Understood! I'm going, too... Rosie...? STAY. Good girl. You're so mean, Jade...
I wanted to go too... Take care of yourselves, OK? Come back with the Teachings of the Master, OK? The teachings are held in Exhibition Room 3. I'll be here to lend you support!
I still can't believe it... 200 years in the future! Please can I come and visit the museum with you? Just stay put, Rosie.
Wow! So this is a museum of the future? Cool! Doesn't look like there's any way in through the front... Sorry, sorry! I forgot to mention! The museum has an underground network of tunnels. First try to find an access point to the tunnels! You could have mentioned that sooner! Hm, I think we can manage it... Let's try and search for any odd-looking spots.
Ah, maybe we can get in through here. Looks like a winner! Now take care in there!
Hey! Don't come back until you've got the Teachings of the Master with you!
Hm, the door's locked. Let me handle this. I'll use my touch panel device... Ah, it won't open. Wonderbot, can you tell what's going on? I think the security code is wrong. Give me a moment. ... OK! That should do it. Give it another try. Success! We'll head in now.
It's dark out and I can't make out more than silhouettes. But we've come all this way and we don't even get to walk about? It's all pretty eerie. Kind of how you'd expect the future to look, I guess. The street lights are blue. A bit cyberpunk, I suppose? I have a lava lamp at home that gives off that colour! I should have known.
Oh! It's a dead end. Wonderbot? Can you help us out again? Leave it to me. Nothing the great Clark von Wunderbar can't handle! ... Hmmm... Just a moment. Won't be a second... ...
Hm, ah, hmph... Confounded little...! Huzzah! How's that, then?
A ladder! Only one way to go now, and that's up!
Can I just go for a little walk around the block? Just a teensy one? NO, ROSIE! Honestly, I'll just go five steps. Pinky promise! There's a war going on out there. It really wouldn't be a good idea. Aww.
OK, we're in. Good job! Now remember, you're looking for Exhibition Room 3. The Teachings of the Master should be inside!
Ahhh! We can't get down!
Ah! What's that over there?
This must be it... The Teachings of the Master. I wonder if the security system's activated. Got it! The secrets of the ultimate team are written in here, right? That's right. Erk! Busted... INTRuDeR aLeRT! INTRuDeR aLeRT! Robots?! They're the museum's security bots. We don't want to get caught by them. Let's get out of here quick!
INTRuDeR aLeRT! INTRuDeR aLeRT!* INTRuDeR aLeRT! Do NoT ReSiST aND CoMe QuieTLY!
INTRuDeR aLeRT! INTRuDeR aLeRT!*
Oh no! The ladder's gone! It must be because of the security alert. Oh, give us a break! That means we'll need to find another way out of here!
There's been a break-in at the Football Memorial Museum. The Teachings of the Master have been stolen. What? Hm. Not even El Dorado's best scientists could decode the contents of that book. The burglars should find it to be quite useless. We caught the identity of the intruders on the security robots' cameras. Ha, so it is them... Perhaps...! No. They couldn't have found a way to decode the script...could they? Don't let them escape!
Quick, let's get out of here!
What's this? Why is there a football pitch here? Don't just stop, you fools! We've got to get out of here! Bzz... Bloop... Wah! Where did they come from?! We're surrounded! WeLCoMe To FooTBaLL TRaiNiNG RooM! What...? It really is a football pitch then... It seems that you will need to play and win a match against these robots to escape this room! They don't look like pushovers either! You'll have to play your best. But I'm certain you'll do just fine! Easy for you to say! You're not the one on the run! Well, we don't have much choice, do we? I'm not gonna let a bunch of clunky old robots get the better of us!
LeT'S PLaY FooTBaLL! THiS iS MY FiRST FooTBaLL eXPeRieNCe. BuT SiMuLaTioNS VeRiFY THaT FooTBaLL iS eaSY! BaTTLe uS NoW! FooTBaLL iS eNJoYaBLe! WeLCoMe To FooTBaLL TRaiNiNG RooM!
WeLCoMe! BeGiN MaTCH? Bzz... Bloop... KiCK-oFF CoMMeNCiNG!
CLoSe! So CLoSe! Ugh... Looks like they're not going to let us past till we win...
UNLiMiTeD ReMaTCHeS PeRMiTTeD. TRY aGaiN? Bzz... Bloop... KiCK-oFF CoMMeNCiNG!
GaMe oVeR! GaMe oVeR! Yes! We won! Bzz... Bloop... SYSTeM eRRoR! SYSTeM eRRoR! MaL...FuNCTioN... Now's our chance! Let's go!
Bzz... Bloop... SYSTeM eRRoR! SYSTeM eRRoR! MaL...FuNCTioN... Bzz... Bloop... Bzz... Bloop... SYSTeM eRRoR! SYSTeM eRRoR!... Bzz... Bloop... GaMe oVeR... GaMe oVeR... Bzz... Bloop... WeLCoMe To FootBaLL TRaiNiNG RooM! Bzz... Bloop... LeT'S PLaY FooTBaLL!
We made it! Good work! Get back to the TM Bus ASAP!
Welcome back! Get on the bus and we'll make our escape! Quickly! Hop on board! An escape from evil robots... Just like a sci-fi film! Well, don't just dawdle! Get on board or they'll catch us!
Football robots! My knees are going weak just at the thought! If we ever come back here, we should make sure it's during the day. I'll keep that in mind.
Is everyone on board? Yeah! Let's get out of here before El Dorado send their goons after us!
Once more unto the present! Time jump!
We made it out of there in one piece. Hourra! Now let's get to work decoding the Teachings of the Master! But where? The football stadium's been shut. You could all come round to my place? We should be able to decode them in peace at Windsor Manor. Sounds like a plan. I hope we won't be a nuisance to anyone...
I like sport, but I miss keeping up with the latest fashion trends. So I've coordinated my socks and hairband! What do you think? Suits me, huh? I've got different socks and hairbands for every occasion. I just match them based on how I'm feeling on any given day!
Do you know the legend of the red postbox? They say whoever posts a letter with their name on it magically receives a prize! They say that it's redder than other postboxes. To be honest, I don't think I'd be able to spot that myself. A postbox redder than any other... If I ever find it, I'll post as many letters as I can carry!
I went out with a boy to watch a film the other day. A friend told me the cinema was a great place for a first date. But the film was a bit weepy and I ended up all teary and with a runny nose... I don't think I'll be hearing from him again... I think I'll go and watch another sad film to help me recover from this heartbreak... Welcome to the Station Agents! Do you love trains, too? Well, I think you're on the right track with us. Keeping it rail!
I think someone needs a lesson in football-hating! I may not look it now, but I was a bit of a yobbo in my youth... I was a right rebel. Used to argue with my teachers, break glass bottles and stuff. I was completely out of control... But I listened to my dad's advice and got into sports. You have to really put your heart and soul into something, that's what's important. Trust me, you get more fulfilment from playing sports than you do from messing around. When I go to primary school, I want to join the girl's football team! So I'm coming here every day to dribble, dribble, dribble! And Mum usually tells me off for dribbling! Look! I can dribble past anyone! What should I make for dinner this evening? Hmm, I haven't had fish in a while... But my little girl doesn't like fish. Decisions, decisions... Hi! You're going to need to hone your skills if you want to protect football. How about some competition route matches for practice?
Forget football! Or I'll make you forget! There's a sweet shop opened up near the station. I really want to go, but I've just become vegetarian... Did you know that a lot of sweets contain gelatin, which comes from animal products? It's not just meat I need to watch out for! I've started checking the ingredients list of everything I eat now. You'd be surprised what you can find when you do that! I've been growing bonsai trees for a while now. I entered one of my creations in the local fair and I got first prize! The most important thing with bonsai is to give them love. You have to care for them like your own children and grandchildren, you see. Plants need love too! Did you hear the news? I heard it from Mavis at my pottery class, who said her cousin's uncle's best friend's son swears it's true... Everything to do with football has been banned completely. What? No! Goodness, how dreadful! My nephew used to be really into football, so he'll be upset. But at least he'll have more time to devote to his studies. Huh? You want to get past? Well, if you really want to you'll have to beat me in a kickabout first! Ouch, was that too soon? Sorry! I agree, this football ban is horrid...
Aunty Silvia! I'm home! Oh, hello, Arion. Um... Have we got guests? Hello. I hope we aren't imposing! We're going to have an important meeting in my room. Not you, Spotter. You'd just get in the way. (whine) Is this the same dog you rescued in Okinawa when you were small? Yeah, his name's Spotter! My, how he's grown! I remember it as if it were yesterday... (slurp slurp) Ruff! Ugghhh!!! Haha! I think he likes you, Wonderbot! OK, let's go inside. My room's by the stairs on the ground floor. Ugh... I'm all sticky from that dog slobber. Would you mind if I use the facilities to wash up? Hm? Haven't I met you somewhere before?
Hmm, I'm sure I've seen that bear somewhere before...
Hey, Arion! Brought some new mates round, have you? Football was my one pleasure in life, and now they've banned it. I don't know what I'll do with myself now. Eh? Work? You don't half ask some insensitive questions.
Argh! A football ban? Rubbish! What kind of law is that and who made it?! Wait till I get my hands on them!
The Football Prohibition Act is the work of malevolent spirits. I have seen it! Hamunahamunahamuna hummm... Out evil spirits! Out!
I'm not surprised that football was banned after that game. I've seen more friendly boxing matches! What a disgrace. Me? Oh no, I won't stop playing football. Not my fault if a bunch of whippersnappers don't know how to play nice!
With this football ban, I haven't been getting enough exercise! I've put on, like, a whole two kilos!
OK, let's open up the Teachings of the Master. Come on, Ricky! Read it to us! Err... It's completely unreadable... Well, it is a code that's gone unbroken for centuries. It's OK, something's bound to come up that will help. The Master must have wanted someone to read his work - otherwise, why would he write it down? There must be a way to decode it! Alright. Where do we start? Let's put our heads together and work it out.
Hm. Jude. Axel? Sorry for calling you all of a sudden. I take it this is about Mark? The world seems pretty dull without him around, doesn't it? Don't you think we should try and save him? Mark? But he's dead! He's not in this timeline. But he's still very much alive...
Um... Nah. Nope! I can't read this! Don't give up! The secrets to building the ultimate team should be written in here! You've got to try your hardest to understand it! But is this really writing? It's more like some kind of modern art. Would anyone like some refreshments? Oh! Thanks, Aunty Silvia! Ah, Ms Hills, hello! Hi, everyone. That's the Teachings of the Master, I take it? Wait, I know this! Yes! Those letters! Mark used to have a notebook with the exact same writing in it! You've seen it before?! This is Mark's grandad's writing! Mark always had his grandad's notebook with him. He used to base his training every day on the things written in that notebook. I'm quite confident that this was written by his grandad too. Wow. I definitely wasn't expecting that! So Mr Evans is the Master, the god of football! Well! This really shines a light on proceedings. Yes, I remember this writing. Only Mark could read it, of course... That makes things easy, then! All we need is to go back and get Coach Evans to read it for us! We won't be meeting Coach Evans any time soon though. Indeed. From childhood until his capture, Mark will be closely monitored. There's no way they'd let us near him! But... Don't worry. There's another way. We'll go back and ask the writer directly. El Dorado are as of yet unaware of the true identity of the Master. You'll ask Dave Evans himself? But I'm afraid Dave passed away some time ago... Then we'll go back to a time when he was still alive. We'll use the Teachings of the Master as an artefact for the time jump! Right! We can go back into the past! Splendid! Now it's decided, let's be on our way. All aboard the TM Bus to pay a little visit to Mr David "the Master" Evans!
I see... Is everything OK, Wonderbot? I long for Rosie to take photos of me. I'm beautiful, too. I guess you're beautiful...in your own way... In my own way?! wonderbot_horror.ipc Pretty, pretty please take photos of me? Be patient.
Hey, Arion! Have you finished that cake yet? If you haven't, I don't mind finishing it off for you. Yuk yuk yuk! Oh, Arion! Where are you swanning off to this time? Dave Evans was a lot like Mark, really. They both loved their football. I wish I could see him again, too. My brother's been really worried about you lot lately. He was asking if there was anything he could do to help.
Artefact installed! Well, this is it! We're going to go back in time to find Coach Evans's grandad...wherever or whenever that is! So this is the TM Bus I've been hearing about? Coach Sharp! I've been talking to Axel. I'd like to help you bring Mark back. You would? That's wonderful! But will Royal Academy be OK? I've left Royal Academy in David Samford's capable hands while I'm away. And what's more, the football club and I have had about as much as we can take of this ridiculous football ban. Everyone at Royal Academy agrees that I should do whatever I can to help you. We really appreciate it. Thank you! Sir, I feel a hundred times braver with you on our side. Let's set off for the Master's era immediately! Um, and what era will that be? And where? I haven't the faintest idea! Oh... Don't look so scared, children! Diving into the unknown is what time travelling's all about!
Time to pay the Master a visit! Up, up and away!
The Teachings of the Master. Report. We're planning to have them back in our possession shortly, Chairman. Hm... Hotel, Juliet, Lima, Golf and Mike. I am disappointed in you all. You time jumped without permission, and to top it off, you came back defeated. Please accept our apologies. Save your apologies for the CONTRA facility. Wait, sir. I believe they genuinely regret their actions. Would you not consider giving them a second chance? (gasp) I think they understand the consequences full well now. They know the stakes. Isn't that right? Yes! Very much so! ...Very well. I'll put them under your command, Beta. Thank you, sir. ... Captain, it's all well and good saying we'll get the Teachings of the Master back, but do you have any idea where they are? Oh, don't worry your pretty little head about that. They won't get far. After all, who can stay away from someone as charming as me? Teeheehee!
Here we are in the Republic of Tonghana! The land of endless summer! And from what we've been able to discern, David Evans, the Master, resides here at the local hospital! Good work, Wonderbot! Why, thank you! I wonder what Coach Evans's grandfather is like. We won't need to wonder for too long. Let's go and meet him!
Hey! Have you come all the way from Japan? I just love watching Japanese anime. But here in Tonghana, they never put it on TV. It is a real shame for anime fans like me! There must be lots of anime shown on Japanese TV, right? I am really very jealous... My favourite Japanese anime recently is about football. But I am not sure whether someone can love football that much in real life! I wonder if that old man will be here today. He is a bit scary, but I like to play football with him! Welcome to Tonghana Hospital. I have never seen your face before. Are you here to visit someone?
Does anyone know why Coach Sharp's goggles are tinted green? Uhm... NOW THAT YOU MENTION IT ID LIKE TO KNOW TOO!!! It's a mystery. No one's ever dared to find out. He MUST be hiding something, though!
The traditional Tonghanian hairstyle takes a long time to do, so we have to get up very early in the morning. It must have a good point on it, otherwise we are sad for the whole day. That is why we are so particular about our hair! Yes, the Tonghanian hairstyle is very tricky, sometimes! Have you ever seen snow? I have only ever seen it in photos. Snow never falls here in Tonghana. When I look at snow, it makes me think of a birthday cake covered with white icing. It must taste sweet! What? Snow is not sweet? That is a disappointment... Welcome to the Super Tonghanians! You will have a great time here! Would you like to make some new friends while on holiday? Fine weather today, as always! Care to take a look at my prized move manuals?
Let me tell you about a traditional Tonghanian health regime. Every morning, take a drop of dew from an alpine flower and you will live to be one hundred years old! span class="message">> (SYSTEM MESSAGE: "Old health regime"* acquired!)
My grandma sticks to that health regime and she is still going strong! Hello, my friend! How about some of our special Tonghanian goods for souvenirs? Oh! Are you here to visit someone? Please be quiet in the hospital. We Tonghanians show our pride in the pointiness of our topknots. But mine has been blunt lately, so I came to see the doctor. What? "Go to a hairdresser?" No, you do not understand, it is a very serious business! I think it has something to do with my diet. I think you look fine. Strong and healthy! You will live a full life!The old man in the next room read me a book the other day! That Mr Evans is always trying to sneak out of his room! He is a big trouble! His room is next to this one. But knowing Mr Evans, he has already sneaked out to play football again!
I think this is Mr Evans's room. I'll go in and talk to him. I think it'd be better if you all waited here. Mr Evans. Oh, it's...Jude? Jude Sharp, it is! You've come a ways to visit me in hospital! Long time no see! Nice to see you again, too, Mr Evans. How have you been keeping? Ah, a few aches and pains. I don't want to get any older than this, that's for sure! Hahaha! I'm glad to see you're doing well. Actually, there's a reason I came here today. There's something I want to ask you. Do you recognise this? What! How did you get hold of this? It looks so tatty... But yes, I do, it's one of my old notebooks that I left to Mark. What are you doing with this? Did Mark pass it on to you? Um, he's actually not... He's not around at the moment. Listen, I've heard that the secret to building the ultimate football team is written here. Could you help us understand it? "Not around"? Did something happen to him? Well... He's dead, isn't he? As things stand, that is the case. However, we have a chance of bringing him back if we can understand the contents of this notebook. You're not making any sense. To put it bluntly, we need to know what's written in here. Please, you have to tell us what you wrote. Will you do that? ... I promise we can bring Mark back, but it's not just for Mark. If we don't do something, we stand to lose football too! All football! No. I can't tell you what's written in here. Even if you knew what it said, it wouldn't help you. It wouldn't help at all. How do you know that? Jude, football isn't just about becoming a stronger player. That isn't the objective. It's about improving your body and mind, and enjoying the thrill of the competition. That's football. Do you not understand that? Hm.
What a stingy old geezer! Why won't he tell us? What now? Without the notebook, we're at a dead end. We're just going to have to give him some time and try to persuade him... My, my, what a predicament... It's Protocol Omega! Actually, it's Protocol Omega 2.0. I believe you had a little heart-to-heart with some of our team members earlier. But how did you find us here? How? That would be telling. But I'm not here to answer your questions. Kindly hand over the Teachings of the Master. Non! Yes, I didn't think it would be that easy. Oh, well... We'll just have to take it from you. Arion Sherwind, we challenge you to a match! This time, your defeat is certain! We'll meet you at the pitch up ahead. Don't keep us waiting! Oh no! And we still haven't learnt how to decode the Teachings of the Master! Well, we can't do much about that now. Come on. Oh dear... There must be something I can do to help the team...
This time, there's no way you can win. Hahaha! You'd better be prepared!
Well, shall we begin? Do try not to waste too much more of our precious time. Teeheehee! The Teachings of the Master will soon be in our hands. Our pretty, pretty hands.
Who's there? U-um! I'm...Skie Blue... I'm one of the managers under Coach Evans at Raimon Football Club. Coach Evans? Don't lie to me, girl! Mark isn't any kind of coach. You may not believe me, but I'm not from this time. I come from a few years in the future. Hah! Pull the other one, it's got bells on. In our time, Mark Evans is a famous coach. He helped us to win the national championship. You won the nationals? Yes. Coach Evans was always there to encourage us and help us through. He really is the best coach. Heh! That's my grandson. I mean- No, no. No, you won't fool me! I'm not trying to fool you, Mr Evans. I thought you of all people would understand. You're Coach Evans's grandad! It's like Coach Evans always says. A coach's most important job is to protect the team. How do you know that? Everybody at Raimon's trying to do what Coach Evans would have done and protect the team. No, not just the team, but the whole of football. That's what we're protecting! Please! We don't want to lose football or Coach Evans! Hah... Hahahah... Ahahahah! What's so funny? Fine. I'll tell you. I'll tell you all about the Ultimate Eleven in my notebook. Really?! But I have to tell you, there's no chance you'll ever be able to put a team like that together. It's impossible. How do you mean? It's just an old man's dream team. Fantasy football at its finest. I don't understand. Hm? What is it now? The match has started! Match? What match? Mr Evans, time for your sponge bath. You're not going to run off again today, are you? Hahaha, so you found me then. Skie, is it? You're a manager, you say? Well, you'd better head off to the match. O-OK... I'll be along later. Right! Protecting football, eh?
It's another radical match between Raimon and Protocol Omega 2.0 today, dudes, and man is surf most definitely up! Coach Evans is currently indisposed, so his old friend, Royal Academy commander Jude Sharp, is standing in for him! What a dude! Hmph, why does it never occur to anyone that I might be fit for the job? Last time, Raimon totally wiped out at the hands of Protocol Omega 2.0. This time, the Teachings of the Master are up for grabs! Ready or not, here we come!
This is a match that neither side can afford to lose. Here we are at Tonghana Pitch, where the sun beats down on bro and foe alike!
We're never letting you get your hands on the teachings! That's what you think! Wah! Sloppy! Have it! Lima! Pass! I'll shoot! Now do you see how strong we are? Do you regret taking us on yet?
What should we do? If we carry on like this, we'll be beaten before we've managed to decode the notebook. They're just too strong for us... What's the matter with you? There's no need to be so defeatist. It's the Master! The Master? So that's how you refer to me in the future? So you believe us now? Naturally. Let's just say a certain someone won me over. Now, let's get started. I'll be coaching the rest of this match! You will?! The Master? Our coach?! Mr Evans, did you come to teach us the secrets of the Ultimate Eleven? Let's talk about that later. For now, we've got to concentrate on winning this match. The path to victory lies...in 3D! 3D?! The path to victory is in 3D? What's he on about?
3D...? You mean that we shouldn't just think about the pitch surface but also the space above it? 3D...? Let's see... Could one of the Ds stand for dribbling? Or maybe the D stands for defence? Peut-être? So we'd need three people in defence? Three dimensions... Something that springs out? Something to do with our Fighting Spirits? Haaaaah! Heroic Swordsman, Lancelot! Armourfy! Gah. Trying to armour yourself with your Fighting Spirit, eh? That's a new one. Hmm... We have to find the answer to this 3D question... You poor poppets, you're not very good at thinking during a match, are you?
Ugh! What does he mean by 3D? Hmph... It seems I misjudged you. If you're giving up, maybe you're not worthy of playing for Raimon.
Ah! I think I've got it! Dance, drift and doof it up the pitch! Three Ds! Oof! I just doofed it up in the air... Huh?! The other team's stopped moving! So what Roma did was... Roma! Try that again! Oof! No... Nice! You were this close to nailing it, Arion! Our opponents' reactions slowed down for a moment. We can do this! Is it because they weren't expecting the ball from that direction? Hmm.
Ugh! Protocol Omega 2.0 are too strong. Hmph... It seems I misjudged you. If you're giving up, maybe you're not worthy of playing for Raimon.
The path to victory is three-dimensional... An unexpected path... Aha! So that's what you're getting at! Heh, took you long enough! Everybody! Try to open up the space between your opponents! Don't just use the pitch. You have to use the space in the air too! The air! Now I get it! Everyone, follow my lead! Raimon have stolen the ball, with the help of some gnarly acrobatic tricks in the air! Mondo stereoscopic! Amazing! No wonder they call him the Master! The tide's turned in our favour! The match is ours to win now. Let's do it! And this is all it takes to excite them? How simple things please simple minds...
3D was a hint for a new special tactic all along. See, you came up with the answer all by yourselves! When I saw the team, I understood straight away. The opposition was overwhelming them. They just needed that little something. They needed the confidence to know that they can pull it off. We've perfected a special tactic, but I don't think it'll be enough to win this. I need to armourfy my Fighting Spirit. If I could only work out how... Gah! Oi! You! Pointy-haired boy! If you're really stuck for an answer, just eat it. Eat it...? What, my Fighting Spirit? That's right. Savour the flavour. How does it taste? Sweet? Bitter? Or gut-wrenchingly foul? I...what? OK! The second half of the Raimon v Protocol Omega 2.0 match is now kicking off! Surf hard, little dudes!
Eat my Fighting Spirit...? What's that supposed to mean? Aww, is your wittle brain chewing over one of your childish problems? Just let us win and you can sit in the quiet corner and figure it all out!
No! Why? Why can't I do it?! Don't be too hasty, pointy-locks. I told you to eat your Fighting Spirit and that's exactly what you have to do. Give it a go. > (SYSTEM MESSAGE:: Each shot at the goal will fill the Advance Gauge a bit, but scoring adds to it, too!)
That's it! I've always been thinking of my Fighting Spirit as something that exists outside of my body... But it should be a part of me. I have to fuse my Fighting Spirit's power with my own. To protect football, I have to become one with my Fighting Spirit! Grrrrrraaaarrrrr!!! Armourfy!!! You did it! You managed to armourfy too, Victor!
Yes! We did it! One step closer to victory! You've crossed the line now, vermin!
We did it! We won! Give us back Coach Evans! And put history back to normal while you're at it! (snicker) Unfortunately for you, it's not that easy! What?!
Graaaaaaaaagh! Spirit Miximax! Huh? Is she distributing power to her teammates?! Go! Crush them like ants! Roger!
What's that power? How are you able to do that?! Pah hah hah! And you thought that you could beat us! They've been holding back this whole time... Hah! We wanted you to think we were weak! As for you, "Master", it's time for you to be erased!
Hm? Compression Mode* They're going to compress the Master just like they did Coach Evans! What? Ugh! Can't...lose...now! Not on your life! Mr Evans! Stop! He's holding back with the force of his will! Whoa! Ohhhhhhhhhhhh! Ugh! A crystal? What have they done?
This is the end of football. The Teachings of the Master are now ours. Gah! Is Mr Evans in that crystal? What happened? This is the Chrono Stone Effect. Come again? Indeed! It's an extremely rare occurrence! It seems that the power of the dodecahedron clashed with David's force of will when it was trying to compress him. Given the tremendous power of this conflicting energy, your esteemed coach was turned into a space-time paradox. But...how? It can happen when time is too fragmented. He has effectively become a jigsaw puzzle, but none of the pieces fit together any more. The result being that his entire existence has been compressed into this crystal, which is called a Chrono Stone. That's horrible! How can you trap someone like this? We've got to get him back to normal! Doctor, what should we do? ... Dr Cryptix? And he's gone again. Just when we needed him... What a flighty old geezer! WHOA!!! Hey! Don't cheek - or drop! - your elders, boy! It...it's talking! Ooh, I feel a bit peculiar... This is just another example of the Master's extraordinary strength of will! But is he always going to be like this? I sincerely hope not... First we've got to beat Protocol Omega 2.0. That's the key to putting everything back to normal. To find a way to help the Evanses, we need to build the ultimate team. Mr Evans, please tell us! How can we get the Ultimate Eleven you wrote about? It's my lifelong dream. But no matter what you do, you'll never be able to recruit the members. Do you still want to hear it? I do. Very well. Now listen carefully - there are eleven powers needed for the ultimate team. Starting with the first power... A true game-maker who combines stillness and motion by seeing through the individual to understand the whole. The second power - a charismatic defender who rouses the courage of the team to change into an iron-wall defence. The third power - a supremely accurate midfielder who uses prophetic vision to strike at the enemy's heart. The fourth power - an iron-wall goalkeeper with the power and toughness to subdue an empire. The fifth power - a super-skilled midfielder with a heart as wide as the sea who can provide a bridge between attack and defence. The sixth power - an ultra-fast striker with lightning pace for making daring attacks. The seventh power - a flying defender who has complete mastery and dominance of the skies. The eighth power - a dynamic midfielder in whom lodges ancient power, and who carves the oceans with mighty fangs. The ninth power - a fantasy sweeper who, although ferocious, is blessed with vast wisdom and intelligence. The tenth power - a midfield monarch with immovable courage and unshakeable power, who unites the nation. The eleventh power - An all-round player who can pierce any defence with raging fire and quaking thunder. That's all of them. That's what's needed for my Ultimate Eleven, the greatest team that history will ever know! ... So the decoded text is a riddle? I haven't the foggiest which players we're to look for... But we have to try... We have to work out all the players who make up the Ultimate Eleven. It would be nice if we had some more clues... Alright, let me think. There must be someone who'd fit the conditions for the first power... ... Nothing comes to mind? That's it! It's Oda! It matches Nobunaga Oda to a T! You mean General Nobunaga Oda? He was around during the Warring States period of Japan, wasn't he? Yeah, the Sengoku era. But did they even HAVE footie back then? No, but if Nobunaga's abilities were channelled into football, he'd be the ultimate leader! I see. Nobunaga is often portrayed as bold and daring, but he was, in fact, very cautious and perceptive. A master of military strategy. If Nobunaga were a football player in the modern era, he'd doubtless be renowned for his tactical abilities. Precisely! Yeah, sounds great in theory, but how are we gonna bring Nobunaga back from the past to play football for us? That's what I've been saying all along. It's just not possible. This is just a pipe dream of mine. No... Oh, it's definitely possible. Ah! We'll go back in time to meet these people in person. And then we'll borrow their powers! Can you really do that kind of thing? You bet! Right... So with each new ability we gain from people in different times and places, our team gets closer to becoming the Ultimate Eleven! We can do this! It'll be fine! I thought he'd say that... My, this is a turn up for the books!!! Manipulating space-time to assemble an otherwise impossible football team! I love it! Yeah, and once that's done, we'll be the best team eveeeeer! BOOYAH! Indeed, you would be the greatest team since time began! This is all very exciting! Let's do it! We'll save Coach Evans and his grandad AND assemble the Ultimate Eleven!
Have you noticed that when you shoot for the goal, the power of the shot gradually drops the longer the ball's in the air? Long shots won't be nearly as powerful by the time they reach the goal, so try to get as close as you can before you shoot!
Nobunaga Oda was born on 23rd June 1534, in Owari Province, which is known today as Aichi [prefecture]. When he was still young, they used to laugh at him for all the unusual things he did. He became one of the most notorious warlords, being the first to effectively use artillery in battle, but he was just as interested in culture. After he crushed the shogunate, he built his own government and brought an end to the age of Warring States, the Sengoku era. Wow... With his power, maybe we really could become the Ultimate Eleven! It's possible. Yeah! We can do this! We can build the ultimate team!
If we want Nobunaga's power, first we'll need to find an artefact that connects to him in some way. Right. But how do we do that? Um... I don't suppose Nobunaga's very own sword would do the trick, would it? You have his sword?! Not me. I saw it in that old bric-a-brac shop in the arcade. They've got loads of cool things there - swords and helmets and stuff. You're such a history buff! Really? Could've sworn she was just a sword geek! Shut it, or YOU'LL be history! Come on, mes amis - we are all friends here! Anyway, this knick-knack shop...it's not that shady one I'm thinking of, is it? Seeing as it's our only lead right now, it can't do any harm to look. He's right, JP! Well, it seems you have things sorted on your end. In the meantime, I'm going to see what I can do to save Mark. OK. We'll be off, then!
I'm sure I saw Nobunaga's sword in the bric-a-brac shop, down at the shopping arcade.
[Memo] Cupcake festival @ shopping arcade, 4pm InaLink is not your notebook! But I left my notebook at home!
And you're gone again! TYPICAL. [Shopping List] Eggs, milk, cabbage. You want me to go get those for you, honeybunch? You're back again! What? Look, it's cool. Since you seem to be busy hiding most of the time, I'll go get them. No really, I'll do it! No sweat, dudette!
Roma! You left some kind of test papers in the bus! OH SO THATS WHERE THEY WENT! Sorry, but I still can't find my towel. Has no one seen it at all? Nothing turned up, hmm? I've looked everywhere. It's like it grew legs and walked off.
Maybe he has laser beams in his eyes. goggle_glint.ipc No way!!! His goggles are so scary!
Victor, I've just finished editing the photo of you with your armourfied Fighting Spirit. What?! Isn't it time for my photo to be taken yet?! You've not taken a single one yet! I would very much like for you to take my photo!
I decided to join the calligraphy club! His brush skills are amazing! I can see it already: Raimon's first world-renowned calligraphy artist! I love seeing Riccardo perform. Piano, sure. But football... That's where he really shines! How about that? Champion skills or what? Let's see you return that one! What's with all these slice serves...? There's no way I'll return any of them...!
Welcome to the Black Knight Club! Our motto is, "Yesterday's enemy is today's friend[".] Onwards together!
Welcome to the Prodigy Seminar! Inter-school fraternisation is a sound basis for research. Shall I make the introductions?
I'm so jealous of you lot, off having adventures all the time. I wish I could come along instead of working in a boring office all day long... Maybe one day I'll just jack it all in... I'll stow away on your bus, and then you'll get to hang with the Banyan every day! Yuk yuk yuk! What's that face for? I was only kidding anyway... Ah! Arion! Do you think you could introduce me to that friend of yours with the green hair? I simply HAVE to know how he dyes his hair like that! Mr Evans came by to say hello. He seems as lively as ever! Getting transformed into a crystal hasn't dampened his spirits at all. It was a bit of a surprise seeing him like that though... I'm glad he's going to be helping you. He'll help keep you safe. Good luck, Arion!
Arion, I believe that blue bear you brought with you is some kind of android made using highly advanced technology. I'd like to take a much closer look at it... Hee hee...
Welcome to the Wandering Infernos! We've got some really hot players. They've been waiting for someone like you to turn up! Welcome to the Wandering Thunders! We've got some really loud players. They've been waiting for someone like you to turn up!
I used to go to the Game Centre all the time when I was young. They were a lot different in those days...and cheaper! Oh, hi! If you like books, come in and take a look. We've got lots of books that are popular with students. Or are you just here to buy some pork buns? Yeah, I'm always buying one when I'm on a break. Mmm, delicious! I always say when you go shopping, make sure you bring a list. My son's terrible for that. He'd forget his own head if it wasn't screwed on! I had to tell the very same thing to a little girl who was here shopping the other day. And she took it to heart. Unlike my son!
'Scuse me, Mr Crum! Can you show me that old sword again, please? What's that? The sword? Oh, well, since it's you, Jade, dear... Feast your eyes on this - the legendary sword of Nobunaga! ...Is this actually the real thing? But of course. I swear it on my pet budgie's grave! Hold on. Isn't that price tag a little...well, low? And the way you're handling it, you'd almost think it was a cheap imitation or something! Ch-cheap imi-... Of all the-... Why I-... Listen here, girlie, I'm older than you, so don't you question me! He's dodging the question! Hold on. Maybe it really isn't an imitation. The blade may be dulled, but that only proves its age. ...Come again? It's delicately crafted, and it looks a lot like one of the swords my father has from the same period. It may well be worth something. ...It is? We'll take it! Err...I think not! Huh? But I thought you were selling it! Changed my mind. Can't go handling this precious thing to a bunch of schoolkids. That said...this place could do with a good dusting. If you help an old man out, I might think about giving it to you. For a limited time. Deal. Well, I must say, you've done a blinding good job! A deal's a deal. I'll let you hold onto the sword...but you have to give it back, you hear? Whew... I hope this sword was worth the trouble! What'll we do if it's not the real thing? We'll have to cross that bridge when we get to it. Let's see if it's real by testing it in the TM Bus.
I must say, you didn't half do a fine job of cleaning up the place! Haha!
You don't see green goggles around so much, do you? Maybe they're not for his eyesight, and they're actually sunglasses? Or maybe he's got some kind of hi-tech heads-up display in there so he can see all our game stats! THE FUTURE IS NOW Hang on... What if he's actually FROM the future?! I GUESS THAT COULD ALSO BE A THING!!!!!
Oh! This is such a great shot! Thanks so much! You a fan of Victor, JP? Hey, don't ignore me! Does anyone else want any reprints? Shall we just hand out one to everyone while we're at it?
OK. I've installed the artefact. Are we sure this is really going to work? Will it get us to the Sengoku era? Let's hope so. We just have to let the bus work its magic.
Oh, I went to that festival! My eyes were too big for my stomach, though ;) Sounds delicious! I can picture it now... (drool) Have you ever had one of those red velvet cupcakes? They're simply delectable!
The nurse said that the scary old man in the hospital passed away. It is very sad! I have a strange feeling that he is still around, though. Yes, it is very strange! Welcome to Tonghana Hospital. If you get injured, make sure you get seen to by medically trained professionals like us as soon as possible!
Old Mr Evans passed away the other day... But sometimes I think I can still hear his voice. I cannot believe that he has really gone... I heard that the old man who used to be in this hospital used to be some kind of famous football coach. I would have liked to have seen one of his matches. It is a great shame. It was a shame that old Dave Evans passed away so suddenly...
My daughter gave me some wild vegetables when she came to visit. Very rare. She picked them on the mountaintop. They are good for me, she said. They will cure my bronchitis and make my topknot tall and pointy. They taste dis-GUST-ing! The doctor told me that these wild vegetables are only good for bad stomachs, not for bronchitis... The old man next door is very kind. He read me a story about a king and a dragon! I wanted to try to read him a story to say thank you. But he has not come back to his room yet! The nurse will not tell me where he has gone. I bet he has gone to play football! Mr Evans passed away so suddenly... It took us all by surprise. He seemed so strong! He was always sneaking out to play football... I guess I will not need to stop him sneaking out any more... It is a sad feeling.
Off we go!
To 16th century Japan! Blast off!
Ladies and gentlemen, I do believe we've arrived in the Sengoku era in one piece! So that blunt old katana was the real deal after all! Woo-hoo! What do you think it's going to be like? Come on, guys - I can't wait! What, we're just going to walk around wearing tracksuits? Aha! Never fear! I, Clark von Wunderbar, will fulfil all your fashion needs! Wonderbutton...activate!!! Look at this! This is great! Now we'll fit right in! Mine looks like it came from the toddlers' section... Don't say that, JP. I think it suits you. I think I remember seeing these kinds of clothes in fancy dress shops. Let's hope they'll do the trick... Never you mind that. Nobody pays attention to minor details like those! First things first - we should try to find out as much as we can about Nobunaga. Now, get those feet moving. Hop hop! Yeah!!!
It's like a dream come true... My virtuoso, in a kimono! You never change, do you? Won't we stand out wearing these yellow kimonos? HA I THINK THATS THE LEAST OF OUR PROBLEMS MATE! Rest assured, you will all fit in like locals! When have I ever let any of you down?
So these InaPics... If I just try posting one now... goggle_glint.ipc That one's Coach Sharp. How did you know what he was like when he was in junior high? Ms Hills showed me a photo! Aww! I want to see!
I highly doubt anyone else needs to have a copy of my photo. Oh, take a joke, Victor! If nobody wants any reprints, come and take a photo of me! Hey!
Arion, watch out... Hm? What's up? Huh? They teleported? Do people wear football kit like that in ancient Japan? Of course not. El Dorado must have brainwashed people from the future and sent them here. So they're up to their old tricks again? If they're chasing us through time and space, we're not going to get a moment's rest. It'll be fine! No matter where we are or when we are, we'll beat them! Hahaha! Gotta love that spirit! Yeah. Shall we get going, then?
Who needs to protect football? Not me! I just started school at the temple! It's wholly tough, but nothing I carn't handle! Well, I got my brother next ta me ta ask questions, don't I! School's not half difficult, but I have ta show 'em suffin' special! Psst. I'll let you in on a little beauty secret. If you want to look exceptionally refined and elegant, I recommend blackening the teeth! And it's not just for ladies. Everyone of noble rank does it these days. You would look dashing, I'm sure! The only downside to blackening your teeth is that you have to use special toothpaste... Our dumplin's are best in Owari, an' I dare anyone to say otherwise! Go on, take a bite! Up that way's our old temple, an' we've got a luverly forest orf west. Well, I say luverly, but that's a bit dark, really. People don't venture up those ways often. Froggy just hopped! Whee! He's playing leapfrog! Thass them rice fields ready fer th'harvest. I reckon Lord Oda will be chuffed wi' that! Tasty dumplings, beautiful scenery... What more could anyone want? Oh, yew! (drool) Duuuuumpliiiiings... That kid over there's been eyeing up my dumplings for a while now. Well, he's not getting his grubby mitts on a single one! Mmm, that was delicious! I think I'll have another!
Football is a vice. It must be eradicated! My friend Nanbu used ta play shogi chess alonga me, but he sprained his wrist th'other day an we en't bin playin since. We're a good match for each other, but I carn't play anyone else - I'd just lose. Dun't see much point goin' on with it, really. I hope my friend Nanbu en't unable to play fer too long. I'm roight itchin' to play alonga him. I made a fine purchase today. Look - a sword of the finest steel! A lustre beyond compare! Cherrystorm Park's lookin' boot'ful, as allus. Have yew bin down there already? I hear Lord Oda was roight chuffed wi' them jollifications! Thass a relief, en't it? Shhh! We're playin' hide an' seek. Yew can join in next turn! They en't found me fer yonks, though... You, there! Chin up, back straight! We are at war, you know! Don't want to be caught slouching if the enemy attack now, do we? I do like to watch orl the boats a-goin' unner the bridge...
There's s'posed to be these great sandals that can make yew go whoooosh, fast as the wind! Wish I had a pair. Then I'd win ev'ry race in the country! They dun't sell 'em here, though. If yew see a pair, can yew get me one? I'm trainin' ta be the fastest in the country! An' dun't try ta stop me! Whoooosh! It's always nice to get a smile from the lovely lady at the counter. That's customer service for you! All top-of-the-line items. I'm impressed. But who here can afford them? We've got the best items unner the sun, bor. Carn't go wrong wi' us!
How mysterious! How mystifying! ...How much? Heh heh heh. I sense yew're after Move Manuals, bor. Go on, take a gander.
Growing lads loike yew need their grub ta grow big an' strong! So dun't leave yewr veg ta one side - man up an' eat up! Work hard, eat hard an' play hard. That's the key ta life. Welcome to my humble store! Only the finest products in Owari fer yewr pleasure, bor! Cor, look at orl the rice! (drool)
Whoaa... So this is medieval Japan! It's just like we've been sucked into a samurai film! Yes, yes, we get it. Try not to get too overexcited. The history books say that Nobunaga would often come down from his castle to visit the town. We should ask around here. Ack! Oh, I'm ever so sorry! It's entirely my fault. Oh, yewr clothes are soaking! Please, come in and let me dry that fer yew. It's quite alright. We're in a hurry, you see. Oh, no. I couldn't possibly let yew go in that state, sir! Hey, what are you do- Wait a moment, I- Riccardo! Virtuoso...how could you? No matter where or when we are, Ricky gets all the attention, eh? That's not the issue here, Roma! Well, why don't we keep looking while Riccardo gets himself cleaned up? Yeah, alright...
I, uh... I'm sorry about that. They call me Katsu, sir. Can I... I hope it en't too presumptuous, but...can I arsk your name, sir? Oh, yes, of course... I mean, no! Not at all! It's Riccardo. Riccardo Di Rigo. Riccardo Di Rigo... Ooh, it's got a luverly ring to it. Oh, no - I hope I didn't offend you, if that's- Clothes! Thass it! I'll just fetch yew yewr clothes. Won't be a mo'! What am I doing here?
J'abandonne! We've been all over town and we're still no closer to finding Nobunaga! Everyone here's heard of him, but I guess it's not all that easy to meet him in person... Hey, look! They're playing football over there! I'm gonna go and say hi!
Not seen yew bors 'round these parts. Augh! I need to practise more...
We need to find out everything we can about Nobunaga Oda! I'll have to stay here a little while longer, since my clothes aren't dry yet. We've been walking around for ages, yet we have nothing! FOOTBALL! Is everything alright over there? Yes, yes, it's just Arion. You know how he is. We're waiting at the paddy fields in front of the temple.
Hey, guys! Is that football you're playing? Huh? Football? What's that, then? We came up wi' this here game ourselves, we did. I hare they're a-playin' games like kemari in foreign parts, but I dun't know 'bout that. We're just havin' a bit of a kickaround wi' this ball we made. Oh, wow! You made a ball? That must have been hard work! And, er, what's kemari? Are yew jokin'? Everyone plays kemari, it's the national sport! Our version's better though. D'yew wanna play? The more the merrier! What? Are you sure? Sure I'm sure. Name's Tasuke! We'll give yew toime ta get ready, then?
Yew want us to larn yew a lesson, eh? Hey, yew still a-wantin' to play us?
I JUST LIKE PLAIN VANILLA ONES.......... WONDERBOT I NEED YOUR HELP!!!!!!! ARION_DISTRESS.ipc Yes? What's the matter? I DONT HAVE ANY MONEY ON ME RIGHT NOW Well, that's your own fault, isn't it!
Yew ready, then? Come yew on, then, afore the sun goes down! Great! Let's go!
I guess football in this time will take a little getting used to. Let's go again!
Yew want a rematch? OK, let's go agin! Come yew on, then, afore the sun goes down! Great! Let's go!
Hey, yew lot en't half good! You're pretty good, too! Come on, let's have another match! Honestly, we can't take you anywhere, Arion!
En't it boot'ful, sir? Yew can see th'ole town from this here spot. Yes, it's very nice...but I really should be going soon. Um... Sometimes I loike to look out an' let my worries jus' float off... Um... That tofu shop... That's where you work, is it? Thass roight. I'm a dab hand at making the stuff. In terms of quality, we won't be beaten. In fact, if yew find a better tofu shop, we'll refund yewr monies! That's quite a claim. Thass roight. We're roight proud of our tofu, we are! Yew're...not from Owari, is yew, Riccardo, sir? Oh, um... I mean, that kind o' hairstyle's not too common 'round these parts, an' yew don't seem all that familiar with the town. You're right. We're from somewhere...very far away. It's nowhere near as beautiful as here, but it's home. And there's something very important to me there. Oh, yis? What's that, then? Is it...someone precious to yew, loike? What? Oh no, nothing like that. I think my clothes should be dry by now. I should get going. Yis, of course. Drop by agin sometime, alright? Best tofu in Owari, on the house! I'd love to.
Arion! Aww, no! I'll get it! Stop it! Lemme go! Heeeeeeeelp! Kidnappers! What?! Stoooop! Guwaaaah! Are you OK? (sniff) Yeah... Tch! You'll regret this, brats! Mess with the big boys and they'll come back to bite! Just you wait! Oh no... Over here, Officer! Ack! if the rozzers catch wind of us, we'll really be in for it. Phew. Well, that was a close call! That weren't half risky, lads. What if they'd fought back? Ah, you're the one who called for help! Thank you very much! Ah, well, I were just bluffin', ta be honest wi' yew. There were never any officers 'round. Incroyable! They call 'em the White Deer, an' I'd keep 'em at arm's length if I was yew. Folk say they kidnap kids ta sell 'em ta other provinces. That's horrible! Well, these are desperate times. There en't enough soldiers ta dew the fighting, so they make the kids dew it instead. But selling people is just...wrong! There you are, Arion! What's wrong? What happened? Well, we would have been in big trouble if it hadn't been for this man here! Thanks a lot, Mr...uhm...
Oh, me? Tokichiro Kinoshita, at yewr service. Tokichiro, Tokichiro, Tokichiro... Why does that sound really familiar? Wait, in history class...! So this is... Hideyoshi Toyotomi?! Who? What are yew saying?!
Hmm, OK. I think I unnerstand? So yew're tryin' ta get back this sport o' yewrs, eh? Is it really worth orl that effort? Absolutely! It's super fun! Oh, aye? Well, I s'pose yew've got ta keep the things yew love dear to yew, be it kemari or...feetball, is it? Football! Whatever! There's suffin' wholly important ta me, too, yew know. What's that? Nobunaga Oda! Really?! Is that so surprising? He got this sort o' otherworldly power, he has. Mmm, how do I put it? It's loike he turns the whole world roight on his head. So, he's like your hero, then? Haha! Yeah, that's one way ta put it. I believe that someday he'll unite Japan proper, an' I want ta be at his side when that happens. Besides, if I stick with Nobunaga, maybe I'll end up being great, too. Jus' yew wait. I'll be in the history books afore yew know it! Funny you should say that... Whoops. Look at me spufflin' on. Anyhow, I have ta be heading orf. Mind how yew go, now! You too! And thanks for all your help! Alright. We've still got the day ahead of us, so let's start by sharing what we've learnt. Wonderbot said he's commandeered the old temple next to the bus for us to use as a base of operations. Let's head there next.
It's getting late, team. Time to head back, methinks. We're in front of the temple! I could do with a bit of company, you know... Team! Come back! Have you disappeared off the face of the earth? I didn't realise you were quite so needy, Wonderbot. HES NOT NEEDY JUST IMPATIENT!!!!!!!
Sorry, I don't take requests. JP, how many more copies did you want? Just the one will be enough! Ohh, I do hope I get to armourfy my Fighting Spirit some day! I should train harder too.
Football is a smear on calligraphy! Yew tried Owari Province's famous soup, bor? I dew say you ought'er try it at least once in yewr life! Just don't arsk 'em fer the recipe. They'll chase yew out o' thar faster than a bear after honey!
Owari soup's a rare fine speciality, that is, bor, an' thass a fact! Thass right. Sardines, jus' fer yew, puss! Mrrrrow!Make yewrselves at home, children. I really must apologise for my daughter's carelessness. It en't much, but we'll be happy to treat yew to a free meal. Stop by whenever yew get the chance!
If a million times our paths should cross, my vengeance should never be satisfied! Are you prepared? There are rumours of a legendary swordsmith around these parts. They say he can imbue swords with souls. I've been told I wouldn't be able to wield one even if I tried. Lack of training, you see. I suppose it makes sense. One's body must be strong enough to wield the weight of another's soul... Someday, I'll be strong enough to carry the burden of a legendary sword. But for now, I train. And train, and train, and train. We are the Roaring Ronin, and we play kemari to make our voice heard! We're really strong, to boot! Yew're not Japanese, are yew? Well, I muss say, yewr pronunciation's spot on! Chewystoom Park's in full bloom now! Think I'll get suffin' tasty afore I go! Like a lemon! Owari's at the height o' prosperity roight now. An' it's orl thanks to our Lord Oda! Hrm? What business has a child at Nagoya Castle? Go on, off with you! This is no place for children. Go on. Skedaddle! Oi! Unless you've express permission, this area's off limits. You can't go in! Oi! You lot! You're not allowed down here!*
Hmm, so we've got nothing concrete about Nobunaga himself. This might be harder than I thought... Hey, it's still a good start, especially for our first day on the job! Gold stars for effort, team! It's true - there's always tomorrow. Right! I can't believe we met the real Hideyoshi Toyotomi... He did what Nobunaga couldn't, right? He was the one who eventually united Japan. Can't we just get Hideyoshi's power instead? Out of the question! You don't make the ultimate team by hand-picking your favourite players. The right abilities have to work in perfect unison. In a way, it's a lot like cooking. You need exactly the right ingredients or the flavour will suffer. So if you don't follow my instructions to a T, you can kiss goodbye to making the Ultimate Eleven. Clear? Alright, keep your hair on, grandad! Well, I mean, yeah... Good. And the only one who is compatible with Nobunaga's aura is...Riccardo! Really? Me? Ever since I became a crystal, I've been keenly aware of the latent power in people. With his rare talent as a tactician, Riccardo should be the perfect candidate to receive Nobunaga's power and make the best use of it. So I must receive his aura... You will. And wear that badge proud, son. You're fit to be one of the Ultimate Eleven! Yes... Alright! Arion! Are you still not up yet? Nggh... Hmm? What time is it? I never knew anyone could be such a heavy sleeper... Victor and I just went out for a bit of recon. It looks like Nobunaga is coming to town today! To town? This town?! Yes, for a military parade. There couldn't be a better opportunity for us. (snore snore) Zzzzzzzzzz... Up you get, sleepyheads! You're gonna get left behind! Buh?
It looks just like him! You're really good at drawing, Rosie! Oh, I forgot to say... Coach Evans is in there, too! Just how many did you make?
Up that way's our old temple, an' we've got a luverly forest orf west. Well, I say luverly, but that's a bit dark, really. I don't go them ways, though. Gives me the shivers. Lord Oda's coming! Yippee!!! Mmh! Lord Oda will be coming to town today! I'll just (scoff scoff) finish these dumplings... Mmm, that was delicious! I'd have another, but I hear Lord Oda is on his way, so maybe it's best if I laid off them.
Is that... Is that him?! Where? Where? That's Nobunaga Oda, alright.
Mm. Excellent dumplings. I am honoured that it pleases yew, m'lord... Raise your head, servant of the state. Is it true that you rely on a unique, homemade recipe to make your dumplings? Y-yis, m'lord. Is there a problem? Problem? Far from it. On the contrary, I commend you for your diligence. Th-thank yew so much, m'lord! Is this the man we've been looking for? Haha! I was not quite expecting him to have a sweet tooth! Who are these children? Outsiders, from the looks of you. Um... We're, uh... Servants of Imagawa, come to spy on us, perhaps? No! We are...we are travellers...My Lord. We're not here for long. Travellers? ...Well, I sincerely hope so. For your own sake. ... What point was there in my asking, anyway? What spy would freely admit their true purpose? The benefit of the doubt shall be yours for now, for these eyes cannot be clouded by feeble lies. (cackle) What's happening?! It's a runaway horse!!!
What?! Lord Oda! Step aside! Haaaaaaagh! Amazing... BAHAHAHA! Do you see? Even wild horses kneel down before my presence! Hm.
Well, that was a demonstration and a half. Ah, hang on! Maybe now...
Now's our chance! Time to miximax! Eh?! Mm?
What is that device, if not a matchlock rifle? Th-this? Oh, this, My Lord, is...uh...a fireworks cannon! I had thought My Lord might be interested to see it... A fireworks cannon? For use in festivals, I presume? Yes, something like that. Or absolutely like that. Exactly so. Yes! Haha! I see. Then I look forward to its demonstration in the coming festival. Oh, yes! Only too happy to show you, My Lord! Only too happy! Then I commend you for your diligence, artisan of fireworks. And that's the man whose aura I have to receive...
Why did the Miximax fail? I haven't the slightest. It's never happened before. Hohohohoho! It is, perhaps, a matter of vessels! Not like ships, but water jars. A jarring state of affairs, to be sure! YEEK! Let's say our lad Riccardo here is a jug. He's a big jug, but Nobunaga's aura is bigger. Now, is it going to fit in the jug? I'm going to say..."no"? Precisely! Simply put, you and Nobunaga are not on the same wavelength. The Miximax method demands the right balance. And the receiving end, I might add, requires sufficient strength in order to contain the aura which it would acquire. But I managed to miximax with a dinosaur's aura without much difficulty. Why's that? My dear Fei, relative size is inconsequential! Nobunaga's aura is far greater than a dinosaur. It wouldn't even fit in the guns' memory! The recipient of a Miximax transfer must assume the target's power directly. Then what are we supposed to do? Simple. One must gain the ability to store as much power as is required. In other words, you'll have to train more, boy! Learn as much as you can about the man and try to emulate his traits whilst training. Ultimately, miximaxing is a method in which two different lifeforms are fused into a single entity. So we will be as one person... I understand. I'll start training right away and I'll make sure I get it right next time! The virtuoso has spoken! We'll support you all the way! That's great...but will we ever get another opportunity to use the Miximax Guns...? Katsu? What's wrong? Oh, Riccardo! It's my brother... He's been kidnapped, sir! They took him away an' now I might never see him agin! It could be the White Deer's doing... Maybe. I...I don't know. They were heading towards the forest to the west. Oh Riccardo, sir, I dun't know what I'd do without Tasuke... Tasuke?! He's your brother? They're siblings?! They must have wanted revenge for what happened yesterday. We should hurry. Leave this to us, Katsu. We'll rescue Tasuke, I promise! ...I trust yew.
Please find Tasuke fer me... Some bad lads a-puttin' on parts snuck into the forest, looks loike. Well, they're braver men than I! Mum says to stay close ta home cos it's dangerous. I'm not sorft! Kidnappers are bad news. Yew take care o' yewrselves, tergether! Kidnappers are on the loose, I hear. What good is a police force if they can't protect our children? Mmm, that was delicious! But I don't know if I should have another... Stomach, what do you think?
Seeing our lord in the flesh sent shivers up my spine, it really did. "There's the man who'll set things right for us," I thought. Yew got ta speak wi' Lord Oda... Yew've no idea how much I envy yew roight now. Did I really see Lord Oda in the flesh? My heart alive... Whassa fireworks cannon? Can I have a go? Stampeding horse? Pfft. We all knew who was going to win. Lord Oda dew a masterous job o' lookin' after us, he dew. I wanted to give Lord Oda suffin' too, but all I had was these sardines!
Tasuke and Katsu are my precious children. Please, I beg yew, save my son!
Yew don't have ta be a ninja ta join the Ninjutsu Roots...but it helps! What dew yew say?
Who's there?! Waaaugh! Oh, it's jus' yew lads. Don't scare me loike that! Don't scare US like that! What are you even doing here? Ah, well, my sources tell me that the White Deer's hideout is in this neck o' the woods. It all adds up, then. They must have taken Tasuke back to their hideout! Dear me... I'd no idea. Well, that fair en't right! I'm coming wi' yew! We'll clean up this mess. Really? Thank you so much! Don't mention it. But don't let yewr guard down here. You never know what's hiding 'round the corner.
What in the world is that awful stench? It's football, isn't it? Well, expunge it at once! Yew don't wanna be 'round here when the sun goes down! It's gert dangerous 'round here in the dark! Yew never know what might snatch yew up in the night... Oh, yew think I'm talkin' about the kidnappers? No, no, I'm talkin' about suffin' far worse... Heh heh heh... You ought not ta be late out at night. Cos yew might just...vanish.
Is this the hideout? Eh? What are you kids-? It's the White Deer! Tasuke! You're OK! Arion...?! Yew came ta save me? We searched the forest hoping we'd find Taz. Got ourselves in deep water now, haven't we? Oh dear... Well, well, aren't we a chatty bunch? It's Beta! Are these the meddlesome tykes Lady Bête was on about? Any enemy of Lady Bête's an enemy of ours. We'll finish 'em off! Gah. Beta must have them under mind control! Let Tasuke and the others go! Let them go? Well, since you asked so nicely... Alright. We'll let them go...if you can defeat us! Really?! Really. And might I add that you have about as much chance of winning as you have of licking your own elbow! We won't know that until we try! Yeh! I think I managed once, but I had to bend me arm orl funny! Let us play, too! But Tasuke, are you sure you're ready for this? How'd yew think it fare to be dragged orf wi'out the strength ta fight back? We want ta show 'em how tough we really are! (giggle) Such spirit for one so young. And look at the way your little legs tremble! G-get lost! Wait. This match is our own personal battle. We can't get others involved. That en't entirely true now, is it? These people are kidnappers! We've a debt ta society ta set 'em straight. An' besides, your football's quite loike our traditional sport, kemari. That's one o' the lads' specialties, no? Yeh! Dead right! An' if the lads win, yew'll agree ta free 'em orl an' promise never ta lay a hand on 'em again. Oi! We'll decide the rules! Right, Lady Bête, Boss? It's fine by me. When you lose, you're all going to be locked up for a very long time, regardless. Then thass settled! Teeheehee! So it seems. Meet us at the paddy field ridge. And don't keep us waiting.
Hey kid, have you heard of these cannon thingamajigs? Oh, it's just Nobunaga's been planning to use 'em in battle. You know how arrows fly straight from bows? It's kind of the same thing except with a giant ball. Crazy stuff. Only ol' Nobunaga would think up a crazy idea like using foreign weapons. Heh. Hssssss! (Tracking prey...) Cluck! (I get the feelin' I'm bein' watched!) Cluck, cluck... (A worm! A worm! My kingdom fer a worm!)
That there tofu shop dew a masterous job. 'Spect I'll be buyin' more tofu tonight, myself! First thing I allus say to visitors - try the dumpling shop! There's nothin' quite like it! Shhh! We're playin' hide an' seek. They en't found me fer yonks, though... Oh, I know! We should jus' make someone else "it" an' go after them instead! I'm in need of a good, hearty meal. Can't fight on an empty stomach!
How can Tasuke even think o' fighting them White Deer charlatans! I dew hope he'll be alright...
Some lads come out of the forest just now. They look like they mean trouble... Grr, just you wait! We'll sell the lot of you!
For this match, I, the Lady Bête Noire, will be participating as coach. How unlucky for you! So, shall we begin? Then why bother asking? Teeheehee! Ready or not, here we come! Wonderbutton...activate!!! W-whoa! What's this? It's gert comfy...an' it smells well nice! You like them? This is Raimon's kit! Raimon? Is that a type o' magic? Hmm... Yeah, I suppose so! It's the Raimon spirit that unites us as a team. And we show that spirit by wearing these clothes! So, cos we're orl wearin' these outfits, it'll make us stronger as a team? Oh, right. I thought yew was talkin' about ghostly spirits! If we're united by the Raimon spirit, nobody can beat us. We can do this, guys! Yeah!!! Hmm. It seems a risky move to put Tasuke and his pals in the team, if you ask me. They're a-wantin' justice much as we are. They want ta win. Jus' loike us. Mm. Valid point. I just hope they can keep up with our level of play... You're not giving them enough credit, Riccardo. I think they can play better than we think. Hey dudes! Today's match pits the Raimon Eleven against the totally proverbial den of iniquity, White Deer. Pre-feudal feud! Gnarly! Tasuke! Riccardo! Please be alright!
They say in Spain, the rain falls mainly on the plain, but here the rice is twice as nice! Aaand Raimon start off in possession! Sweet.
Teeheehee! And so it begins. Get those feet moving and do exactly as we planned, you pathetic worms! Crush those Raimon maggots! Yes ma'am! We're not pushovers either, you know! Haaaaaah! Ugh! Why didn't it work?
Beta is boosting the White Deer members' power! Oh no... And it's Tasuke's first real match, too... Sorry, Arion. Guess I weren't much use after orl. Don't say that! No, he's roight. They are draggin' down the team. Excuse me? After that spiel you gave about justice, now you're saying they're not up to it? Thass what I'm sayin', an' I en't denyin' it. But...if they dew as I tell 'em, I think there might be a way for us ta turn the tables. The White Deer are canny at attacking, but their defence is paper thin. If my plan works, we'll be able ta take out their forwards an' launch our own attack in one fell swoop! What does this plan involve? There's still everything to play for in the second half of the Raimon v White Deer match! Like, expect plenty of bucking and brawling!
What's this? Raimon are leaving the Sengoku kids in defence! Unconventional, but DUDE! Heh. Shaking in your boots, are you? Lemme take you off the pitch for good! Good. They took the bait!
Go fer it, guys! Raaaaaaaaawwwr! Haaaaaaaaaaugh! TAKE THIS! Outrageous! With just those three defenders, Raimon have completely stopped the White Deer in their tracks! Take out their forwards and launch our own attack in one fell swoop, indeed! I knew those lads'd be a sight better at defending, an' that they'd act in direct contrast to the White Deer. Their charge is canny good, ta say the least. But what one player can't stop, three players can! From the brief time he spent watching, he perceived their talents as players? No wonder he'll grow up to become Hideyoshi Toyotomi! We've got 'em by the reins now, eh, Taz? Yeh! An' we'll make 'em bring the rest of our friends back an' orl! Merveilleux! It's their determination that's driving them to win. They want to protect their friends. They want to beat the baddies! And I'm no different!!! Don't get cocky, brats! Looks like we'll have to teach you a lesson!
Ugh, nom d'un chien! I wanted to protect football... Hold yew hard! As long as there's a chance ta win, we can still fight! Let's gather our troops an' get back into the fray!
This has gone on long enough! We'll grind you into dust! Grrrraaaaaaagh! EAT THIS! I'm fighting to protect football. The football we know and love! I...I did it! I armourfied my Fighting Spirit! JP managed it?! Not bad! Good man, JP. Block that ball like it's 1534! BOOYAH! So we can't score? Urgh! Whadda we do now, Lady Bête, Boss? Excuse me? You're going to give up just because things didn't go the way you planned? ...Why do I waste my time with you people? I can foresee the outcome already. I don't believe you'll need any extra help losing, so I'll be taking my leave now. Au revoir! Eh? W-wait, Boss! Don't leave us! We need you!
And it's all over! The Raimon Eleven are the victors, knocking the White Deer right off their high horse! Or high deer! ...Or high surfboard! Yer!!! We did it! We beat the White Deer! So now we're free, an' orl our friends get ta come back, roight? Woo-hoo! JP, you were fantastic! I can't believe you got your own armourfied Fighting Spirit! I was pretty cool, wasn't I? Ehehe... ... Something on your mind there, Ricky? Not thinking that those time bandits are too tough for the Raimon Eleven, are you? Hah. No, it's not that... Don't think yew varmin can weasel yewr way out o' this one! Spit it out! Where yew a-hidin' the children? Listen...we were just hired hands! It was Lord Imagawa! He told us to bring as many kids as we could so he could train 'em as soldiers! Who? Why would he want to train children as soldiers? What need would he have for it? He'll have my head for saying this, but...Lord Imagawa plans to march on the capital soon. So he needs everyone he can get his hands on. Good heavens. You mean he intends to start a war? Hello? Who's this Imagawa bloke supposed to be, then? They didn't teach you in history class? He's one of the lords who was fighting against Nobunaga! Err, guess I wasn't really paying attention... In this time period, Yoshimoto Imagawa was thought to be the man with the greatest chance of uniting Japan. Well, now yew're just talking squit, yew are! It's Lord Oda who's goin' to dew that! Imagawa's just putting on his parts, en't he? He's nowt! According to the history books, Nobunaga defeated Imagawa at the battle of Okehazama. But it's entirely possible that Protocol Omega will interfere and change the course of history. It might not turn out the same way. Well, unless we want to try and find Nobunaga in the middle of a battlefield, we'd better hurry up. I hope we do get another chance to meet him...
My deepest apologies, Chairman. The mission was a failure. Hmm. If I may... I don't understand why we're taking this long-winded approach. We could have dealt with them swiftly and efficiently. Why use the White Deer group when we could have obliterated them directly? Whenever we interfere with history, there is always the risk of creating an irrevocable time paradox. And if that happens, a black hole will form in the void where the past once was. There is always a need for discretion. Then what's our next course of action, sir? Use Nobunaga's enemies. Manipulate this Imagawa character and use his historical importance to accomplish the mission. Understood. I shall not fail you.
Oh, Virtuoso... I have to be stronger, so that I can contain Nobunaga's aura...but how? JP was able to armourfy his Fighting Spirit, but me? I still can't do anything like that. Why am I so useless? We have to win, to protect football, and to get the past back to normal! I think yew're wholly good, sir. Katsu! I didn't see you coming. Suffin' on yewr mind? We're trying to work out how we can meet Lord Oda again. Yew want ta meet His Lordship? Is that the reason yew're here? An' after that, yew'll be on yewr way? Well, I suppose we have to. Would you like us to stay longer? Oh, no, sir! I wouldn't want ta inconvenience yew! I mean, I've no reason to...though it would be wholly nice if yew did... But then I... Food! Are yew feelin' peckish, sir? Hungry? Well...maybe a little! Wonderful! I've made yew suffin' extra special! Ta say thanks fer orl yew've done. Try this! Our tofu is white as snow, but it'll warm yewr heart! Alright. I'll give it a taste. It must be tough, working day in, day out. Oh, not at all, sir, bless yewr heart! When yew love what yew do, it en't even a chore! 'Course there're times when it can be a mite exhausting, but when I see what come out of it, I fare roight refreshed, I do. Do you enjoy it that much? Yis! Even luggin' water around all day is worth it when yew see people enjoying yewr food. Yew get this wonderful fuzzy, warm feelin'! That's wonderful. But Riccardo, sir, en't it the same fer yew? Yew must love football as much as I love a-makin' tofu! Me? It's been a while since I've been able to enjoy football, actually. Wait a moment... Is that why? Mm? There, yew see! Yew're lookin' full o' beans already! Thank you, Katsu. I...I suppose I am! Roight? (giggle) Hmm... Arion once told me that Fighting Spirits were the embodiment of our love for football. And we should never forget that... Yes! This is the passion I used to feel! I don't know if I'm anywhere even close to armourfying or to Miximax, but I have to believe that this is the right way! ... In another timeline, they said my brother didn't have his accident and he was able to keep playing football. If that's true, I have to fight for everything Volodya did to get me back. I have to fight to protect football, too. You look like you're really getting somewhere, Riccardo. Oh! Hello, Fei. Mind if I hang around? Not at all. Fei, can I ask you something? You're doing so much to help us, and to save football. Is that because you love football, like Arion? No, that's not why. It's not? Then what is the reason? The word "love" doesn't really do my feelings justice. Football's always been part of my life. It means everything to me. Everything... I see. Anyway, shall we? It means everything to him...?
Well then, team! Let's hear what you've unearthed about Nobunaga, shall we? I've a feeling we'll clinch it today! Riccardo, sir! Katsu? What is it? Yew said yew wanted to meet Lord Oda agin. Well, I think I've got a canny plan! Really?! Tell us! Well, the village head jus' announced who gets ta bring the food fer the spring festival. An' guess who they picked? Me! There's a spring festival? Yes, magnificent! Katsu, you're a genius! If ever there was a time to zap one of the most famous historical figures of the era, it's then! Zap? Err, pay that no attention! But thank you, Katsu! I don't know what we'd have done without you! Oh! Well... Glad to be of help! Ta get ta the festival site, jus' head north from our shop an' then take first roight. Yew carn't miss it.
Ta get ta the festival site, jus' head north from our shop an' then take first roight. Yew carn't miss it. This spring festival is the perfect opportunity for us to bag Nobunaga's aura! Good luck, team!
This is getting seriously outrageous! Where are you?! The shop's so busy I think my arms are going to fall off! The only ocean here right now is the SEA OF CUSTOMERS. Want some glue for those arms, babe? Omigosh, you come back NOW?
Here, bor, yew've been a-comin' an' a-goin' from that spooky old temple fer a good while now. Are yew livin' there or suffin'? I went ta Cherrystorm Park ta see the cherry blossoms, but I weren't allowed ta go in! Meanies... Thass them rice fields ready fer th'harvest. Not ta say they don't need to be looked arfter, still! I can't mind why these here dumplings are so good. I could eat them every day! Aww, it's luverly ta hear yew say so!
Haven't been to a spring festival in forever. I could do with a break, really. Cherrystorm Park's lookin' boot'ful, as allus. Lord Oda'll be joinin' in the jollifications at Cherrystorm Park. I'm wholly ready for that! I don't see why we waste our time with frivolities such as festivals when we're on the verge of a war! It's the height of madness!
Good day, children. Katsu an' Tasuke are indebted to yew. From the bottom o' my heart, thank yew.
Lord Oda's holdin' a festival down over at Cherrystorm Park. Sorry, lads, but I don't think they can let yew in. Chewystoom Park's in full bloom an' Ma says Lord Udder's doin' a thing there!
Halt! Who are you? This is the venue for the spring festival. Kids can't just waltz in as they please! Hmm. It doesn't look like we'll have much luck getting in this way. I'm not sure what to... Can I believe my own two eyes? Why, is that who I think it is? Yes, it is! Why, Lord Arionsuke! It is such an honour to meet yew here! Tell me, how is the Sherwindo clan of late? Umm...what? Don't tell me these bors are giving yew any trouble! Unbelievable. How could they fail ta recognise such an eminent figure as yewrself?! If Lord Oda hares about this... Wait! Hold on! Forgive our ignorance, My Lord! Please, go on through. Heh heh! You're too kind.
Thanks for the help, Tokichiro! But what are you doing here? What, yew think I'd miss the chance ta meet Lord Oda? I'd be happy with a back row seat, bor! An' if yew hadn't turned up, I wouldn't have been able ta pull that stunt orf, so thanks fer that! I'll go an' save us a good spot! Now, where do you think we'll find Nobunaga? Hmm, let's see... Oh! Over there! ... Yerk! He's all the way over there and he's still making me nervous! Steady on now, team! If we get caught by the guards, it'll all be for nothing! Do be careful, Riccardo!
Ah, those men...* Those are the attendants we saw at the military parade, correct? I guess they're working here, too. They know what we look like... We'd better not get found out. Well, if we can't go through, we'll just have to go around! What am I doing on guard? I should be dancing. Dancing...yeah. How did you get in? Hmm. Well, just don't make a fuss. The lord's seat rests atop the hill. Only his closest attendants are permitted near him, so don't even think about it. As easy as it is to get absorbed in the dancing, we have a duty to fulfil. And that's the most important thing here. Hoo hoo! I love festivals! I'll be dancing all night long! Hoooooooooo! This programme for tonight... Hmm. Well, let's hope it's enough to satisfy Lord Oda. Lord Oda very much enjoys dance. We have a fine performance arranged for tonight, which I hope will be to his taste... It's a roight honour ta be carryin' the food! I dassent hurry though, else I blunder down and drop the lot! Ow, dew stop yewr spufflin'! Yew'll dew jus' fine, long as yew put one foot afore th'other! Well, this is a surprise. I didn't think anyone could see me... Oh, I'm no ghost. You shouldn't believe in superstitions. But you should believe in our new society, the Phantom Memories. We're still getting set up at the moment, but it shouldn't take long.
Chewystoom Park's in full bloom now! D'yew reckon I should sneak in? Lord Oda has been waiting for you. Please, go straight ahead to the park. Please, forgive our rudeness, My Lord! I, er, had in fact suspected that it was you, but my colleague here wouldn't believe me! The fool!
Right! Now's our chance! Do it, Riccardo! Miximax! U-urrrgh... Ngh... Hah... Hah... It didn't work... Oh no...
What is the meaning of this? Fiends! You dare pull a hand cannon on our most august lord?! Seize them! What?! Ahhh! Oh no... Poor Riccardo... Now, let all here today be witness to the fate of these trespassers! My Lord, you may begin your examination when ready. Indeed. Raise your heads so that we may see your faces. You are, in fact, spies of Imagawa, yes? You know it would do you no good to deny the truth here. ... Did you come here to assassinate me? ... The silence speaks for itself, I see. This is all wrong! We would never even think of hurting anyone! Ah, there, you see? You CAN speak! If you came here not to intend me harm, then why have you trespassed upon this festival? First, you approach me in the guise of firework artisans, and now you trespass upon this auspicious festival. Do you deny this? That's because...well... If you struggle to find a reason so, then the verdict is all too clear. We travelled through time to reach you, My Lord. Wha? ...Time? That's correct. We came to this time period from far in the future, many generations from now, to get back something we lost. So that's what he meant by somewhere "very far away"? The idiocy! Next thing, you'll be telling us you came from the moon! My Lord, it will do no good to interrogate them further. Why not just cut straight to the public execution? Execution?! Patience. I am not entirely unamused by this development. Huh? Boy, you spoke of the future. Elaborate. Ah...certainly. We come from Japan, too, just like Your Lordship, but over 450 years from now. We've achieved great things. For instance? We have travelled through time in the same way a ship sails across the ocean. And what is to be the future of Japan? Well... Japan has prospered, I see. Yes, My Lord. If you speak the truth, then you are like seers. Could you predict the course of history to come? Yes, My Lord. We could tell you anything about the future, if you wished it. Then tell us... Will I be the one to unite Japan? To bring the nation together under one flag? Ah! Err... What is the matter? Answer. I...I'm afraid you won't, My Lord. (gasp) Don't tell him that, Ricky! ... Hmm. Thass a joke in pewr taste! How could anyone but Nobunaga be the one ta succeed? Traitor scum! Ce n'est pas juste! ...That is a great shame. I'm sorry, My Lord. Huh? Does that mean we're off the hook? Oh, I don't know about that. More trespassers?! Protocol Omega! I come on behalf of Lord Imagawa to deliver a message. It is, so to speak, a declaration of war. What?! We shall now read out the contents. "Dearest Nobunaga, I have come to the conclusion that the best way to settle our differences is by way of a kemari-styled battle. I think you will agree that using competitive sport to decide matters of the state is far less painful than wasting swathes of soldiers. Humbly demanding your presence, the almighty Yoshimoto Imagawa. PS: Not that Nobunaga, the fool of Owari, would ever agree to such a sensible idea!" Rude! That was very rude! Tear it up and throw the pieces in the river! Rude, it may be. But the idea of a kemari battle does amuse me... Lord Oda! Let us fight on your behalf! The sport of kemari is much like our own. We will do everything in our power to win! I'll command 'em, My Lord! Let me be their general! We'll conquer that wretched Imagawa an' return victorious, I swear! Your kind spouts nothing but lies! Only a fool would believe you! I accept your proposition. State your name. T-Tokichiro! Tokichiro Kinoshita, m'lord! The match will take place at the hour of the dog*, on the day of the Fool's Festival. Fool's Festival? What's that? As far as I'm aware, it was a festival that Lord Oda himself held once a year. It was so popular, people would stampede to get in! And Protocol Omega plan to use the bustle to try and beat us without drawing too much attention and causing a time paradox. That's our job done. We'll see you there, then! Teeheehee! HEED ME! In the name of the Oda clan, I order you to fight, and to return victorious! Yes, m'lord! My Lord...is it really wise to trust a group that has attempted to take your life? Let them play. You don't truly believe that they came from the future, do you, [my] Lord? And if I did? They said I will not be the one to unite the country. I'm curious to see where this will lead. This is getting complicated. I agree. Let's head back to the temple and consider our options.
Oh no... Don't tell me we're calling the whole thing off? How dare you speak to the lord that way! I don't care if you're kids - it's unforgivable! Whew. You've got some guts talking to Lord Oda like that! Ke-ma-ri! Ke-ma-ri! Ooo! Ooo! Ooo! We've been informed of the situation. You had better play like your life depends on it!. (sob) I blundered down an' dropped orl the food. I had one job, an' I ruined it. I'm...I'm such a duzzy fool! There, there. Never yew mind, gal!
What in high heaven were you playing at, Mr Virtuoso? Telling him he's not going to unite Japan? Yeah, that was a great idea... I told him the truth because I knew he'd be able to tell otherwise. Lying to him would only have alienated him from us further. I get it now... I reckon it's time yew stopped a-mopin'! An' are yew orl really from the future? Uh...well... There's no point hiding it any more. Did you get all that? That's... It's what? MASTEROUS! This is amazing! I en't never met anyone from the future afore! Not sure you're supposed to! Roight! Can I come alonga yew, tergether? Hm? I wanna know more about football an' stuff, an' about yew an' the future an' everything! An' I wanna help yew help football! Haha! Then how could I refuse! Here, I hope yew're not leavin' us out, are yew, Taz? Guys! We know we weren't up to scratch last time. So we want ta prove ourselves. Yeh! Hehehe! OK! Well, let's get yew lads orl trained up then. Tasuke, Shishimaru, Gorota - listen up! The three o' yew need ta perfect yewr three-man defence. What, are you talking about a special move? (sigh) Just how long is that going to take them? Why do the rookies always insist on making things harder for us? Give 'em a chance. Rome weren't built in a day, but we en't trying ta build Rome. We're building us a fortress. An' this time, Lord Oda's reputation's on the line. We're goin' ta build the perfect defence in a single night: the Overnight Fortress! Isn't he supposed to build a real fortress overnight after he changes his name to Hideyoshi? I suppose this one came first! Or it will now, anyway. Yew three have the most staying power. If yew orl work tergether, yew'll manage in no time flat! OK... We can do it, bors! Let's build an Overnight Fortress! Haha! Good lads. Oh, and Arion, afore I forget. I dun't believe what Riccardo said fer a second. If Nobunaga en't going ta succeed, who will? Imagawa? His ally, Shingen Takeda? Rubbish. I en't sorft. Yew can fool Lord Oda, but yew carn't fool me! Ahaha... Right, lads an' lasses! We've got a week ta prepare fer battle, so let's make us the most of it! Excuse me! I'll have you know I'm the coach here! Grrr...
And so we trained non-stop until the day of the kemari battle. Hey! Eyes on the ball! You never know when it'll come yewr way. Yew've allus got ta be ready! Hmph!
If I'm going to miximax with Nobunaga, I'll need to armourfy my Fighting Spirit, too... ARMOURFY! (gasp pant) It's still not working. Gah... One more time! Now I see how much football means ta yew, Riccardo. Now I unnerstand. I could never try ta take that away from yew. I have ta dew whatever I can ta help while I still can...
Shishi! Goro! Yew ready? OVERNIIIIGHT FORTRESS!!! Achhhh! Oh no! Are you alright? Hate to say I told you so... Gaah! Why en't it working?! Why carn't we stop the ball? I don't want us ta be dead weight! You won't be! I know you can do it! I know because every time you kick the ball, it's happy! Wha? It's happy? Really happy! It knows you love football! Does it? S'pose I dew love football then, yeh! Haha! Just trust in football. If you love football, it'll answer you back! Oh! It'll be fine! Yer! OK! We can do this! Great! Now try again! We can do this! I know we can! Football's goin' ta answer us! En't that right? Shishi, Goro, come on! Grrrraaaaaaah, OVERNIGHT FORTRESS!!! We did it!!! Yeah!!! An' it only took us a week! That's great, guys! Arion, football's masterous! Isn't it?! Well done, everyone. You worked hard for it. Well, thank goodness for that! Cutting it close, aren't you, boys?
Well, today's the day! Still no luck with the armourfying, Riccardo? I'm afraid not. I thought I'd have an idea of how it works by now, but I've got nothing. I just hope the Miximax will work this time. Maybe I'm just not cut out for Nobunaga's aura... I hope everything goes well. You'll manage, somehow. I have faith in you. Thank you, Fei. OK, time to go! To the Fool's Festival at Cherrystorm Park!
Imagawa's on his way? My heart alive! That's one way to frazzle a poor old man's nerves... Lord Oda's really outdone himself wi' that kemari battle wotsit. I jus' hope he knows how to win! Kemari is not something a samurai usually considers, but perhaps lessons can be learnt from it. What's a kemari battle? What even is kemari? Do you know? I don't!
A kemari battle at the Fool's Festival? What on earth is Lord Oda thinking? I hear our lord's ready ta do battle wi' that duzzy vermin Imagawa. About time things changed if you arsk me! En't it strange we're holdin' a battle, an' yet everybody'll be havin' a good ol' chinwag the whole way through? What is this "kemari" I hear everyone speaking so much about? Is it a new weapon to fight Imagawa with? Lord Oda dreams up the funniest ideas sometimes, I swear! I wanna go ta the Fool's Festival, but Mum'll wholly mob me if I try. An' I dun't want ta get shouted at.
How's Lord Oda think decidin' a war's better through playin' kemari? It en't half odd ta me! Whass wrong wi' good, ol'-fashioned fightin'? I saw Imergower! He's a scary, scary man! Lord Oda's got this unner control. Imagawa's nothin' to him. The enemy are within our walls, and yet we stand here playing guardsmen. Why?!
Once we're in tergether, there en't no backin' out. Are we ready? Alright. We don't want to walk into this one without thinking it through. Lads an' lasses, let's play us a kemari battle!
We see a clash of titans tonight, folks: Oda's Oddjobs against the awesome Imagawa's Ire! The prize? Oh, only the entire nation of Japan! There's this totally wild view of Nagoya Castle against the cherry blossoms, too! Ain't that the very picture of a picture? Wow! They even set up a pitch! Lord Oda approaches! Well, then. It's time to show us the kemari prowess you promised. Jus' leave it to us, m'lord! Yew'll have Japan in the palm o' yewr hand! Mmm. I look forward to it. (titter titter) How exciting! The taste of victory is almost on one's lips! How one has longed to see Nobunaga grovel before us! ... That's Yoshimoto Imagawa. Huh? I was expecting a warrior or something. He looks like he's never done a hard day's work in his life! This is it, guys... Nah, we're alright. We already trained a bunch, didn't we? Y-yeh, I guess so. My my, aren't we the worryguts? Protocol Omega! Listen, yew! I bet yew think yew're the bees' knees, but we en't the same as afore! Oh? Yeah! We'll mop the floor wi' yew this time! Silence, dust mite! What would you know?! Eek! We'll take you out of action in a single blow. Uh, bors? How come they seem buckets stronger than the White Deer? He's right. I'm shakin' in my sandals... Don't pay any attention to them! Think about everything you've worked for. You're much better now! Believe in yourselves! In your own strength! You know it'll be fine! Arion's right, bors! Don't think about what could go wrong. Think about winning! Yeh! Right...s'fine. I'm not afraid. I can do this! Yeh! We're winning this one fer sure, we are!!! Aaand it's finally time for kick-off!
Totally rad. In all my life I don't think I'll ever see a prettier pitch, dudes and dudettes! Now, here go Oda's Oddjobs, starting in possession!
Up the pitch, maggots! What are you, snails?
Spirit Miximax!!!
Now crush them like bugs! Yes, ma'am! Hurrgh! That's a gnarlatious force to behold right there from Imagawa's Ire! Oda's dudes are being knocked down left, right and centre! Gah! I'll stop this! Master Conductor, Maestro! Armourfy!!! Gah! What's missing? I must be doing something wrong... ...
Yeh!!! Did yew see that, guys? We blimmin' well guarded the goal!!! Good work, all of you! Heh. Goes ta show what a bit o' hard work can dew fer yew!
There has to be a way... What am I missing?! Di Rigo! What kind of play do you call that? I am sorely disappointed! Lord Oda?! Forgive me, My Lord. You're hurting the formation! Either find your centre or remove yourself from the battlefield! Ugh... I beg yew, m'lord! Please, give him a chance! Katsu? What- You would defend him? He's trained so hard, whether rain or shine, orl ta win this match. I can bear witness! Grazie, Katsu... Fear not, fair maiden. Di Rigo. Explain - why do you move when you have no need to move? You flit around needlessly, like a pond skater. I...didn't think I did? One of the principles of war is knowing when to move and when to be still. When to attack, and when to defend. Ah! Your strategy is sound, but the enemy can read you like a book. You think I'm easy to read? Yes, that may be true... My Lord, I will take your advice to heart. Excellent. "A true game-maker who combines stillness and motion by seeing through the individual to understand the whole." It's got to be him. Riccardo. In the second half, I dun't want yew to worry so much about handling the ball. It en't really needed o' yew. Sorry? I get that yew're trying ta be decisive, but I want yew ta think about what it is yew really need ta be a-doin' in the moment. Hmm...alright. It's time for round two! In the clash of these two great lords, just who will come out on top? I don't know, man, I can't tell the future!
I know now. I know what I have to do. I have to keep watch over what's going on on the pitch at all times, to lead the team to victory!
Ugh... Is there nothing I can do? My power is within you, Di Rigo. You need only unleash it. Remember my words!
I was rushing into things far too quickly. I have to learn when to be still, and when to take action. I have to act rationally at all times. My mind must be clear...as white as tofu. Right. Let's try this again with fresh eyes! Good! Yew did it! Riccardo, you're a star! You ought to give Miximax a shot while you're at it!
GOOOOOOOAL!!! Oda's Oddjobs net a point with Di Rigo's totally sweet armourfied Fighting Spirit! Excellent work, Riccardo! Mmm. A true display of boldness.
(yawn) Well, we all know where this is going now. And here I was sure that it would work... Are we out of time?
Lord Oda, I beseech you! Permit us to miximax you with Riccardo! To what? Err... To share your power! For the future of Japan! You will use that hand cannon to shoot the two of us? That's correct! It will...how should I put it...embolden Riccardo with the strength he needs! Will it, indeed? Interesting. Hit us! Thanks a million, My Lord!
Miximax activate!!! Rrrrrrraaaaaaagh! Grrrrraaaaaagh! Mixed to the max!
Wow... Amazing... That makes him...Lord Virtuoso! A will of steel. Excellent! Good on yew, bor! With Lord Oda's power, there's nowt on this earth that can stop yew. Impossible! How could a measly worm like that succeed? Try this out, Protocol Omega!
The perfect balance of stillness and motion... My Lord, thank you for this power! I won't let you down!
One finds this outcome most repulsive! How dare the lady fail to meet one's expectations! You have not heard the last of us, Nobunaga! This was but an appetiser. Our true battle has only just beguuuuuun! Ooof! This can't be true. It's just not possible! You'll return the brainwashed Raimon players to normal now, yes? Tch! The rest of the team should be back to normal now. Booyah! Nice one, Fei! Get Coach Evans back to normal, too! You still have him trapped! He's not here. What? Where is he? Give us that! They're right! I can't sense Mark Evans's energy at all. He's nowhere nearby. No! What have you done with him?!
Poor play even for you. Eh, Beta? I'm not even sure why El Dorado hired you. Who's that? Gamma?! Teleport Mode What are you doing here? Gamma, bring her in. Ultra smart!
It was about time. Protocol Omega 2.0 was in dire need of a version upgrade. Gamma, you stuck up little-! Now, now. Mind your manners. Come! We can't keep the Chairman waiting. Wait! Oi! What about giving us Coach Evans back?!
Very good foresight to have transferred Evans in advance. Heh. Well, we'd already allowed for Beta's unstable elements. You're going to prove very useful to us, "Coach Evans". This Chrono Stone is Mark Evans? Incredible...
They intend to enhance their skills through Miximax. It's only fair that we should be allowed to do this. The Chrono Stone enhances a person's will. And the stronger the will, the more others will be drawn to it. There is no doubt that Dave Evans's Chrono Stone was the reason they could successfully miximax with Nobunaga's aura. In which case, by putting Mark Evans to good use, we should in theory be able to attain a power even beyond that of his grandfather!
That was a truly magnificent battle. Heheh! Thank you, m'lord! Riccardo Di Rigo, you have shared our strength, and shown astute judgement. For your talent in...football...I commend you most highly. It is an honour, My Lord. Good! You once told me that I would not unite this land. Ah! You shouldn't believe such things, My Lord! The very idea that they came from the future is preposterous! I will not rule out that possibility outright. A liar would have feigned respect and told me that I would succeed. I believe that Riccardo, trembling in fear, stood before me and dared to speak the truth. ... But regardless, any man with the audacity to make such a claim is a fearsome man indeed! I'm sorry. I did not mean to challenge you, My Lord. Hah. There is one last thing I would ask of you, before you are on your way. Ah, yes? Do you think it possible for one to change the course of history? I...cannot say, My Lord. I see. I'm sorry... It remains my dream to unite the provinces. If that is lost, all is lost. No matter what happens, you'll still make your mark on history. With your strength, maybe you could change the flow of time, or even your own fate. Changing one's own fate... You think this possible? I do. Hah. Then we'll just have to fight to the bitter end, won't we? "A true game-maker," like Nobunaga Oda, who "combines stillness and motion, seeing through the individual to understand the whole." That's him, and no mistake! That's the man I was after! Alright, guys, let's head back now, to our own time!
Amongst his other interests, Lord Oda has a great appreciation of tea ceremonies, and holds them frequently. But the rules of the tea ceremony are so strict, it can take weeks, if not months, to learn. Tea ceremony etiquette is so complex that it's very hard to hold one without offending somebody! I saw your kemari battle. It was Lord Oda who approved of it, was it not? You played well enough to satisfy Lord Oda, and that is good enough for me. Ha, that Imagawa fled with his tail between his legs. He was nothing to be afraid of! Who'd have thought that kemari was a sport of such profound tactics? Go forth, and be diligent. No one knows the future. Your wild claims are a disgrace to Lord Oda! If strength of will may change my very fate, then I will fight to achieve my dream. I will not give in!
Ms Hills, do you prefer tofu boiled or fried? Hold on Arion, I think boiled tofu would get all warm and gloopy on the way back. Why are you asking, Arion? There's this really good tofu shop here in this era! It all looks so tasty, I want to take some back for you! There's also deep-fried tofu, you know. Thank you, but don't go out of your way to bring me something, OK?
SO. NOT. COOL. Not even a reply... If you don't come back soon, everyone will think you finally fell off that stupid board and got eaten by a shark! What?! I'm, like, right here! Hey, are they, like, talking about me though? Oh, we're the talk of the town.
I saw yewr kemari battle and wos roight impressed wi' yew, bor. En't that a caution! Kehmuri looks loike fun! How d'yew play? I knew Lord Oda'd pull through. No place loike Owari, I dew say. I saw Imagawa running away like the coward he is. Pity we couldn't teach him a real lesson in battle!
The music and the dancin' is really what festivals are orl about, don't yew think? 'Specially when yew dance, dance, dance to the rhythm. Ooh, yeah!
You end up havin' so much fun at these dos that it orl feels a bit sad when it's over. Yew ever look up at the stars? Sky's roight full o' them an' it's ever so pretty. Sometime, I want ta count the shootin' stars an' see who's better at spottin' them - me or my dad. I dew love lookin' up at the night sky. Makes me feel safe, even when I'm out o' doors. Welcome to the Phantom Memories, a society for those...not suited to this world. Perhaps we have more in common than we thought... Heh heh! Run, chicken, run! Hee hee! Fly, chicken, fly! Buck-buck-buccaaaw! I hare them kidnappers finally got caught. Now I can sleep easy at night knowin' the children are safe. This year's Fool's Festival was a bumper. 'Specially that kemari battle. If I were ten years younger, I'd have loved ta join in. Ha! Imagawa finally learnt his lesson. I reckon he'll not show his face again around here. Ahh, feels good, "bor"! Lord Oda's a wunnerful man...but his new subject's not half bad, neither!I purchased another sword today. Perhaps I'll give it a swing in real battle. Thass the first step to Lord Oda's victory, that is. He'll fix this mess of a country, jus' yew wait! I dew think we're headin' in the roight direction wi' Lord Oda. Can sleep easier at night, now. Shhh! We're playin' hide an' seek. They en't found me fer yonks, though... An' I guess yew're too busy to be playin' wi' us. Aww... Lord Oda defeated Imagawa in combat! Spread the news! I saw that Imagawa headin' fer the hills. Yew musta taught him a right lesson! Thass right. Sardines, jus' fer yew, puss! Extra fancy ones fer us beatin' Imagawa! Mrrrooo-ooow! (purr purr purr)
Yew're leaving? Well, if yew're ever in Owari, make sure yew stop by, won't yew?
I hare Lord Oda beat that Imagawa bor. Fool I am ta miss the Fool's Festival. Hah! Our bors were part o' the kemari battle, yew say? That's a rum 'un! A victory for Lord Oda! There was never any doubt, of course. Bizarre. That's the only word that comes to mind when I think about that "battle".
Ariooooon! Oh, Tasuke! Have you come to say goodbye? Yer. We're orl goin' ta miss yew loads... It were masterous, being able to play football with yew. I had lots of fun, too! Yer, so I...uh, decided ta go on a journey. Really? There's heaps o' places I never bin to an' heaps o' stuff I never seen before. So I thought I'd travel 'round a bit an' explore. An' it's thanks ta yew, Arion. You showed me how there's, like, a squillion things still ta see out there. I don't know what to say. So yeh, I'm goin' ta see all the stuff an' come back the best tofu-maker the world's ever seen! Cool beans! Let's get a move on, everybody. We're ready for take-off! Wait a minute! Where is Rick? We're not going anywhere without the virtuoso. I s'pose this is it, then. I'm sorry. We're not from here. We can't stay in this time period. I know. I knew this day would come. An' I knew yew'd never return my feelings, neither. I'm sorry. Take this. Thank you. I'll be going, then. ...Let me- Hmm? No. Never mind. I...we have to get back what we lost. There's too much at stake. I unnerstand. Go on, then. Off yew go an' give 'em what for!
Now, then - all set? Excellent. So, Tokichiro is the man who will eventually unite Japan, non? But he's so ordinary! Je n'y crois pas! Hey! Don't judge a book by its cover. He's gonna be Hideyoshi Toyotomi one day! Still, I'm glad. Of what? Well, we got all those people interested in football, even in this time. So, it proves that it crosses more than just national borders! He's right. Haha! Can't argue with you there!
Ah! Our tofu is as white as snow, but it'll warm yewr heart. Katsu... Thank you. Once more unto the present! Time jump!
A peculiar rabble. Still, it boggles the mind. Indeed. Tokichiro! M'lord! Join me. J-join you, m'lord?! Your directions during the kemari battle were commendable. Let us consider how best to put those skills to the test. Yes, m'lord! Thank you, m'lord! Did you ever ask those children? Um...forgive me, m'lord - ask 'em what? Did you ever learn of your destiny? Er...my destiny? Hah! Apparently not. Come, Tokichiro. We have much in store for you! O-oh! Alright, then. Hahaha!
Mix 'n' Matching is really great! It'll make you much stronger, AND you'll be able to use different special moves and Fighting Spirits! Just watch your FP, because you use up a lot more when Mix 'n' Matched. And when you run out, you go back to normal again. Ack!
La la laaa...
I really hope everyone's back to normal now... Fingers crossed. Shall we take a look at the football stadium to make sure?
I'm curious - did something happen in the football club? You all seem a little...different. So that book that I ended up reserving wasn't as interesting as I thought it would be. But the library assistant did recommend me another series about warrior pigeons. I guess I'll give it a chance? I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls? Sorry, force of habit. I actually have a girlfriend now. She's the apple of my eye!
I came here to meet one of my friends, but she went straight home after class. I wish I'd caught her. You're getting kicked out of the stadium? You should be happy that it didn't get pulled down! There's no pleasing some people...
These are the second-year classrooms. Glad to see the football club back to its old self! I think the virtuoso's starting to cheer up a little. Ahh, I'm so looking forward to seeing him play again! I've always thought of football as a barbaric sport. But now that I see you, I wonder if I've just had the wrong impression all along... (sigh) It'd be much easier if the answer were in the back of the textbook like in maths...
Things are all very dull with this football ban in place. I hope I can see you and Samguk playing together again soon.
I'm supposed to cover some rich people for my latest assignment. Find a likely candidate, then go up and chat to them. Simple, right? Wrong! How am I supposed to know what a "likely candidate" looks like? It's much harder to keep a large house clean. I want to keep the garden tidy too, but I don't think I can do it all myself. Maybe I need a gardener too... These days, all my granddaughter thinks about is how to become an elegant lady. When I was about her age, all I could think about was having a handsome prince come and sweep me away... It's true! You know Riccardo? He's the bestestestest! But that guy who walks round here sometimes is the bestest too! Some woman interviewed me the other day, thinking I was rich! I tried to act all haughty and pompous, but looking back, I wonder if that was the right thing to do...
Oh, it's still all boarded up... Just beating Protocol Omega 2.0 can't fix everything all at once, n'est-ce pas? Well, we're not going to find out by just standing here. Come on.
Arion! There you are! Late for practice? That's not a good example for the captain to set. Y-you're all back to normal! Yay! Yep. It feels like things have been weird lately. But it's all fine now. Yeah! It feels like a weight's been lifted off me. Looks like we really were able to undo the mind control. Buh, mind control? I didn't notice anything... Either way, you're all back to normal now, and that's what counts. But we can't say the same for Coach Evans or his grandad. Right. El Dorado are a force to be reckoned with. We'll need all the power space and time can give us if we want to march in there and take everything back. For now, let's just be glad that we got the old club back together, eh? Exactement! Arion, as captain I think you should give us a few inspiring words! Er...what? Argh, pressure! Um, let's see... OK, I've got it. Everyone, listen! Do you love football? Yeahhhhhh! Good! Then the football club is back in business! It feels like it's been ages since I saw you all! Shall we get down to it? Yes! Let's play some football! But what about the football ban? Oh come on, who's gonna see us if we play in here? Nothing to worry about! I guess... That's alreet for now, like, aye. The only reason the stadium's still standing is because Coach Blaze managed to postpone the demolition. But we only have a month before the whole place is shut down for good. What? No...! There's just no winning, is there...? What shall we do, Captain? Uh...I... Um, what can we do? Even as captain, I can't do much...
Hellooo! Captain Arion, welcome back! And welcome back to the rest of you as well! "The rest of us as well"? Who's that? I dunno. Don't look at me. Hellooooo fellow teammates! Easy-peasy! Lemon squeezy! Huh? Er, sorry, but who on earth are you? Whaaat? That's so mean! Are you trying to pretend you've forgotten me? I'm Goldie Lemmon, Raimon's ace striker! Who else?
You...? You're Raimon's ace striker? Wey aye, Captain, you musta done a propah load o' time travelling to forget your own team! Seriously! Wh-what? I... What? But...! I won it off Victor the other day, so now I'm officially ace! Pretty cool, right? I think we might have caused another time paradox... Mm, yes. Oh, should I not be wearing this? Sorry! I'll change it. No! Stop!!!
Who is this girl? She doesn't exist in the main timeline. Her name appears to be Goldie Lemmon. Someone might have planted her in the timeline to cause trouble. I want you to look into it. Yes sir.
Alright, so, anyway, let's get cracking. We should be able to practise in the stadium, right? With you there, Captain! Riccardo got really good since we were away. You have to see this! Can't wait! Let's head to the pitch then.
Hm, just who is Goldie Lemmon? What caused this? I can't fathom it at all! She beat Victor in a striker showdown, right? I'd like to have seen that. Everyone recalls Goldie being in the football club from the beginning. But I've certainly never met her! Goldie must be here because of the time jumping, right?
Meow, meoow! (I'm so glad you're all back!)
Welcome to the Raimon Reservists! You might be able to spot some new talent amongst our ranks!
Oh! Ready for a bit of the old miximax, are we?
Welcome to the Riverside Crew! You lot look like you could do with some new players. Well, you're in luck - we're awash with them!
Mix 'n' Match Nobunaga!!! Whoaaaaaa! Ah! Nobunaga Oda, eh? Now we're talking! Buh, that's seriously amazing, Rick! I suppose we might actually stand a chance against El Dorado now! Let's not get ahead of ourselves. We still have a lot of work to do. We'll need to train harder than ever. Oh... Hm? You're all certainly in high spirits! Shall we move on to the next challenge? Right. We need to find the rest of the Ultimate Eleven! There's no time to stop for elevenses! ... So here's our next target! The second power is "a charismatic defender who rouses the courage of the team to change into an iron-wall defence". Hmm... ...And? What do you mean, "and?" Who are we looking for? Can you at least give us a hint? Ah, of course. Ahem. Well. Let's see. "A charismatic defender who rouses the courage of the team to change into an iron-wall defence." So someone like... Joan of Arc! Or Jeanne D'Arc, as they say in France! Ah! She was a pretty important figure in history, wasn't she? Yeah, that's right. Joan of Arc is famous for leading soldiers to victory in battle. It takes a lot of charisma to do something like that! They say she heard voices from God as well, and that was the reason for her victory. A woman warrior... That's so cool...! But hold on - if she was a woman, who'll be able to miximax with her? Easy-peasy! Just you leave that to me! Why not? Go ahead. Wait, are we really sure that this is OK? Of course it is! I don't mind. That's not what I meant... Oh, a new InaLink post.
I have an artefact for you. I'll be waiting at the tower.
Wait, an artefact...? You asked Coach Blaze about this already, Mr Evans?! How on earth did he manage that? Heh! Never mind how! I thought I'd get in contact, since he's one of the few people who knows what's going on. Hurry to the tower! OK!
We'll be right there!
I WAS RIDING MY BIKE THE OTHER DAY AND RACING AGAINST THE WIND WAS SUCH A RUSH! Nice! Where'd you cycle to? JUST UP TO ALMIGHTY FAITH You lunatic! What, really? You got all the way up that hill?!
Come to think of it... I've not seen the gadgie's face without goggles! What does he even look like? I don't think anyone's ever seen him without the goggles... Ah! Do you think he wears them to hide his face?
Has anyone lost a keyring with Axel Blaze on it? There are keyrings of him?! Hmm... With his Inazuma National kit, non? Yes, I think so. I wish I had one!
A time jump sounds exciting! I'm tempted to ditch my work and come and join you... But you know me, that's not my style. Forget I said anything.
So they're not going to tear down the football stadium after all! But you're getting kicked out before the end of the month? I'm glad they aren't demolishing it, but what's the point of not letting you in? Hi Arion. Your club looks a bit more cheerful these days. Come out with us when you have the chance, won't you? And this is just between you and me, but my girlfriend's doing a bit of matchmaking for one of our classmates. I've been helping her out. Easy-peasy! Goldie's got such a cute way of talking. I find myself copying her without even thinking! That's good, right? You get to see her at the weekend! Everybody else will be there too, so take the chance to speak to her then! She'll talk to you! Just give her a big smile and a cheery, "Easy-peasy!" The weekend... Yeah, um... I can't wait, I think... Oh, what will I say...? I went to the classroom to ask her if she'd like to go out...but she and that lad were getting on so well, I lost the nerve... Hey, Arion, you usually say "It'll be fine!", don't you? Yeah, I think your personality's starting to rub off on the other football club members.
Coach Blaze, there you are! Thanks for coming. So, I see everyone at Raimon is back to their normal football-loving selves. They are. But Coach Evans was- He... I know. And they're still at it, by all accounts. They're not going to stop until they've completely eradicated football from history. With the football ban in force, the next thing they'll look to attack is footballers playing in secret. Are you saying they've got something else up their sleeves? There's a good chance they have. If we don't stop them, they'll twist the whole timeline out of shape. We have to hurry! Speaking of hurrying, do you have the artefact for us? I do. Here. This is Joan of Arc's helmet - the Helm of Courage. The Helm of Courage... Wow! So this is the actual helmet Joan of Arc wore on her actual head? Riccardo, you should try it on! Think of how cool it would look! You'd look just like Nobunaga! I...don't think so. (sigh) Gabi, are you OK? Sí, I'm fine... Is something bothering you? Is it about Rick? Of course not! I don't even care! Ha, you're an open book, you are. Hey, what-?! Look, it's OK. You're jealous of Rick, right? Pfft, course not. You are! Come on, first he gets a Fighting Spirit, then he learns how to armourfy, and now he's miximaxed. Who wouldn't be jealous? You're jealous. No! Keep your nose out of my business!
Switching players... I'll do some recon. See how strong they really are. We're relying on you, Gamma. We've heard your power surpasses even Beta's. We need you to swat Raimon's football team once and for all. Can you do that? Absolutely, sir. I believe I could take care of it with one hand tied behind my back. Your confidence is reassuring. But don't underestimate them. We wouldn't want you to become the next Beta, would we? Is it true that she'll be confined to the CONTRA Facility? Oh, it's true. She'll be sent for a long stretch of training in the Confinement Training Facility to better herself. (The CONfinement TRAining Facility) Or as you call it, the CONTRA Facility. Yes, our Beta is in for a hard regime of re-education. It's disgraceful that an El Dorado agent of Beta's rank would make such a mess of things. Not that I expected much from her, anyway. There's no time for chit-chat, Gamma. Be on your way. Destroy Raimon. Smart! Chairman Argos! We...we have a situation! There's been an escape! A Category AAA prisoner has escaped the CONTRA Facility! What?!
Stop! Stop your vehicle, Zanark Avalonic! Gah! Heh... Ah, so that's El Dorado's game, huh?
Phewww! Talk about an early morning! Looks like there's no one else around yet. Ugh! This is useless! I'll never... ...Rick managed to become worthy of Nobunaga's aura. But look at me! I'll never be as great as him... What am I doing...? ... Morning, Aitor! You're up early. Salut! Did you fancy a morning kickabout as well? Ahhh, urgh! I don't feel so good... Oh no, are you OK? I'm really sorry to wreck your training, but would you mind walking me to the nurse's office? But of course! Get a hold of yourself, Gabi...
Everyone's here - jolly good. Let's get that artefact installed and pay Joan of Arc a visit!
That's a canny long way up! You made it back in one piece, then, like? YEAH WELL I WAS DYING FOR SOME ALMIGH-TEA WHEN I GOT TO THE TOP HAHA!!!! BEST WORKOUT IN AGES BOOYAAAAAH!!!!!!!!!!!!! Roma, you said the same thing last week...
Here's some for Victor, because he lost the striker showdown: victor_huff.ipc victor_sunset.ipc HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Poor Victor! I don't have time for your dumb games.
Is it worth checking the TM Bus one more time? No need. Wonderbot does an inspection every day. He's very thorough. I'm afraid nothing's turned up since Rosie's. Perhaps you ought to throw in the towel.
Who's the biggest Inazuma National fan here? Don't look at me! No one said you were, like! If no one claims it, I'll take it!
Yippee! I can see the virtuoso play football again! Colour and joy have returned to the world! You playing football here is a secret, right? I won't tell anyone! I swear on the virtuoso's life! I think you can get away with it as long as no grown-ups come and find you! I'm glad you are playing. Watching your football makes my friend feel all gooey inside, and I quite enjoy it as well.
The artefact is installed!
Welcome to Astral Promotion! We've got some stellar players. Do you think you want some of them on your team?
Welcome to the Paradise Dwellers! What? You're looking for strong players? Well, I know some that are just divine! Welcome to the Paradise Protectors! What? You're looking for strong players? Well, I know some that are just divine!
I'm still gettin' ready to go orf on my journey. Sis en't to happy about it, but it's fer the best, I think. Er, you seen Gorota around? Can't find him for the life o' me! Where's Gorota? I hope he's not got himself kidnapped agin! Nah, there's no worry o' that with the White Deer out o' the picture! We been trainin' our feet off playin' football! Yew've got ta come back an' play us agin sometime! Huh? Could've sworn the ball landed here...
If yew like kemari, I allus say it's best ta be in Tasuke's Troupe! Yew'll make tons o' friends! In the autumn, the rice grows roight up an' it looks wholly golden an' boot'ful. I love me the autumn, I do. Hard work, thass right, but it's worth it. Look at that there tadpole! It's got legs! How's that, then?! I hope kemari taught that lummox Imagawa a roight lesson. Maybe now I can get a noice relaxin' day in the fields. Everyone goes on about the dumplings, but they en't tried th'other sweets. Mmm, de-lish! Aww, tell yew what - today's sweets are on the house, fer bein' such a good lad. Mmmm!!! (scoff scoff scoff) Thanks so much, sir! Alright, alright, take it. It's yours. You'd better appreciate it! He had the look of a ravenous beast. I had to do something. Ahh, that really hit the spot. I'll take a break...then come back for more later.
Mrrrow. (That chicken looks absolutely de-lish!) Cluck, cluck...buccaaaaw! (Puff up yewr chests, gals! Show this cat who's boss!) Cluck, cluck, cluck! (This worm is absolutely de-lish!)
They're a-sellin' a special flavour down at the dumpling place. Best yew go down thar afore they're gone! Yew know our gal Katsu? She's a star, she is. She mows in wi' her ma's work whenever her ma needs help! Wish our Haruko'd take a leaf out o' her book! Mrrow?! (That girl playin' hide an' seek en't there any more!) What's the matter, puss? Did yew spot a leaf? Wish I was on a boat roight now. Yew ever ridden one? Have you travellers been to Lookout Hill? You'll get a great view of the town from there.
Allus a pleasure ta see yew again in Owari, children. I'm afraid Katsu en't here at the moment. She's out delivering tofu. But Tasuke's out nonickin' wi' his friends, as allus.
S'pose it's home time. P'raps I'll grab me a bite to eat from the tofu shop afore I go. Hmm. You're the kids from the kemari battle, aren't you? Alright, you may enter. Now don't bother me, I'm busy being a guard. Could do with a bite to eat, though...
Is not Nagoya Castle the epitome of magnificence? It is fitting for a man so great as Lord Oda. Niwa and Maeda are hard at work practising kemari to serve the lord. They say the battles are much deeper than they ever gave it credit. The lord is rather taken with that Tokichiro fellow. I trust my lord's judgement. The man will surely turn out to be someone great.
Sorry for being rude, but how do you move, if you're a teddy bear? Clockwork? Electric? Steam-powered? Grr, I'll show you a teddy bear, insolent pup! Everyone! To your seats! And buckle up! Buckling! Goldie, this is your seat. Oh, Captain! I meant to ask - when I said "easy peasy" why didn't you join in? You usually do. Wh-what...I do...? "Usually"? This definitely feels like a time paradox to me. Yeah, something weird's going on, that's for certain. I don't understand it, but we have to go along with it. We can't mess around with the timeline. Yeah, you're right. We've got bigger things to worry about. Who knows when they'll attack again? It would be advisable for you to hold on to your hats!
To la France! Allons-y!
Please, God... Protect France from the English...! Oh! What was that light?
Here we are. France in the year 1429, and we should be near Vaucouleurs, where Joan of Arc is stationed right now. So this is where Joan of Arc lived... Hey! Come and have a look at this! Whoa, is this a battlefield?! This is war. The real thing. Shields, plate mail, swords, spears... It's like being in a video game! Except real! Ee, I hope they've got good defence stats, like! I don't think it works quite like that in real life, Adé... How are we supposed to find Joan of Arc in the middle of this? If we're near to Vaucouleurs, maybe it would be best to head there. Wonderbot's outfit doesn't look quite right...
Moi, I was never very good with a sword. But I love la France. I want to protect her, non? So I practise tous les jours! Even though I got hurt, my enemy, he took the worst of it! So the scar that was left behind, it is a point of pride for me. I like to fight, but I don't like to get hurt. So I think I must practise more, non? Miaou!
It's like we're all in fancy dress... I just feel weird. I wouldn't mind gettin' me some of that belter armour, like! We're meant to blend in, not stand out! Normal people don't wear armour!
It makes sense, to be fair. I wonder what his eyes are like... Maybe we could ask Ms Hills? She is his sister, after all. I'm trying to imagine his face without goggles on, but I just can't...
Oh, it's mine! Thanks for picking it up! It's yours?! If you want one, I can take you to where I bought it, if you'd like? Ouais! I'd love that! Where did you get it from?
Halt! Who goes there? Ack! Er... We were running from the battle when we got lost. Could you tell us how to get to Vaucouleurs? What? You are not from around here, non? Ah, well... No. We aren't. And you seek the way to Vaucouleurs? My friends, these are suspicious times, and your request a suspicious one. Don't believe them! Assassins sent for Jeanne, I'll wager! Clap them in irons! So, they're around here somewhere. It's highly likely. Then let's get to work. Roger.
Hmm? Who is this?! "Who is this"? I knew you'd say that. What you meant to say was, "Who is this dashing rogue?" Right? Right? Am I right? I'm right. How dare you? I'm Zanark Avalonic. Nameless nobody from nowhere.
Gahaha, nameless nobody from nowhere. I do have a name, but... Gahaha, I slay me! Tch! I've heard of you. You've amassed over 30,000 crime points. You're a Category AAA criminal. You were in the maximum security wing of the CONTRA Facility. I'm not clear on the details, but this is a dangerous man, Gamma. Fascinating. Destroying him will be a public service then. Come on, I'm standing right here. You bark like chihuahuas. Well, I bite like a pit bull. Come at me!
Yaaaaaah! Take that, you lowlife! Hah. Shoot Command 13! Atomic Spin* Ngh! Haaaaaaaah!
Wh-what just happened? Come in, Gamma! Respond! Gahahahaha!
You...! Ugh! Hey, old fogies. I know you're watching. ?! ... I have a proposition. I wipe out the kids who've been causing you so much trouble, and you wipe my record clean. How's that for a deal? A trade? You know it. We can't negotiate with criminals like him! He'll stab us in the back! ...Very well. We accept. I knew you'd say that. Alright, wakey wakey, rise and shine!
Hahhhhhhh! Gahhhhhh! Gahahaha! How'd you like a taste of that, plebeians? Some serious horsepower, ain't it? Huh? Yes, my lord Zanark. So, think you can crush those Raimon kids for me before it's time for dinner? Smart! With Lord Zanark's power, we are 1000% unbeatable! Gahaha! I knew you'd say that.
Time for the changing of the guards. You will never escape, so do not try. Fat chance! Arion, let's find a way out of here.
Come on, spit spot! We need to find an exit before they finish the changing of the guards! There's got to be a way out somewhere! Oh, but that window up there! ...Is way too small.
If we move this trunk, we'll be able to escape from above, right? OK, let's make this happen! Ughhhhh! Oof, mais c'est lourd! Halte! What are you doing? Ack! Busted... Now what's going on?
Jeanne! What?! Ahhhh! Um...who are these people? Have we got visitors? Do you think she's... She must be! Joan of Arc!
Are we sure this is Joan of Arc? She's...not what I was expecting. I didn't even know they had glasses in medieval France! Is this really the courageous Maid of Orléans who led men into battle? Hmm... Alors... Easy-peasy! I'm Goldie Lemmon. It's so great to meet you! Jeanne, be careful! That was uncalled for... Jeanne, these are surely English spies, come to infiltrate our ranks! What? No! We've come from the future! We just need to ask you a favour! The future? Er... Qu'est-ce que c'est? What is "the future"? W-well... ... Huh? What's she up to? I think she's having trouble with her glasses... Er... Will you answer me? Why's she talking to Gabi? I think she's got mixed up... Well, er, that is... We should just tell her that we have a time machine, right? Honesty is the best policy! Are you mad? They'll think we're witches! Have you forgotten what era we're in? We can't tell them anything weird! If you say so... What is wrong with you? Speak when you're spoken to! They are spies! I knew it! We cannot let them leave here! No, wait a moment! Alors... Uh... Yes... Excuse me? It's a bonbon. Go on. ...For me? Bien sûr. Nom... Oh, that's nice! N'est-ce pas? Would you like one? Please! (nom nom) You're right, Gabi! These ARE good! I have enough for everyone. Th-thanks...? Oh, this is tasty? What flavour is it? Héhé! Jeanne, what are you doing? W-well, it was a gift. By engaging with people, we learn more about them, whether they are truly enemies, or friends, non? Exactly! Yeah, that's right! I know just what you mean! Then get on with it! We need to decide what to do with these English miscreants! Oh, yes, of course... We can't just leave them like this... Let us bring them with us, to Vaucouleurs. Nice one! It's only a little way south of here, so that wouldn't be a problem, would it?
Are you telling me that such strange people could not possibly be spies for les Anglais? I think not, non? Ah, Jeanne, always far too trusting! Euh, Vaucouleurs is due south of here. We should make a move, I think...
There's a little shop on the outskirts of town. Want to come as well? You've got enough keyrings to last you a lifetime, Skie. You'd probs never have even noticed it was gone! I'll pass, Skie. It certainly looks heavy.
If you find out someone's an enemy spy, you can't let them go unpunished. Everyone's all whipped up into a frenzy because of this war. You would do well to keep a low profile, je pense.
So this is Vaucouleurs. It kinda looks deserted, doesn't it... Probably because of the war, I bet. Ah, we have a base here. I'll take you there first. It'd be good if we could get this Miximax over and done with. You know, I've really missed you, Gabi. Have you? Hm?
Bonjour! I have many things that would be useful for a weary traveller. Alors, I have not seen your faces here before! Are you from très far away? This is our little town of Vaucouleurs. Cette fille, she is so young, she believes she can do anything. Jeanne wishes to save la France, and her heart is, how you say, in the right place. You will find Jeanne's base in that house over there. I have to be a good boy today, because the soldiers said no one must make too much noise. The war started looooong before I was even born! Euh... It might be better to go to the base first.*
Those sweets Joan gave us were sooooo yummy! They really were. I just crunched it down really quickly and then it was gone... Watch you don't hurt your teeth! It's a bit late for that now... D: Hmm... Well, just be careful for the next few days.
Hmm... What is it, Arion? I just thought it would be nice if there was an InaPic of Spotter. What a splendid idea!
All the cool kids have keyrings. Plus, they're practical. Adé's got quite a few keyrings as well. Adé's got loads of keyrings from those claw machines. And they're all fishing lures! Yeah, but mine's not as bad as Skie's, like!
So, er, welcome to our base. I'm afraid we'll have to keep you confined until we decide what to do with you. Now behave yourselves! We seem to be spending a lot of our time being captured... Well, at least we found Joan of Arc... Just a hypothetical question, but if they really think we're enemy spies...what will they do to us? They might let us off, I reckon. Eh? There's not much we can do about it right now. We should focus on trying to make the Miximax happen. But... Do you think Joan is strong enough to make a difference? Hmm. Do you know what now is perfect for? Football. Why waste a good chance to train? It'll be fine. So let's play some footie! You ALWAYS say that! That's Arion for ya, like! There's a courtyard out the back and it's pretty big, too. Let's go. OK!
The English occupy so many parts of la France. If things keep going like this, then... (miam miam) These bonbons are délicieux! ...Quoi? Where did I get them? Jeanne gave them to me. I fear we must give up on Orléans. It is surrounded by the English - how can we take it back? Jeanne will save la France. I know it in my heart.
If you have a photo of him, I could give it a go. Really?! One of him as a puppy would be great! I'll give you a photo next time I see you!
Maybe if we look really closely, we could see through them? Good idea! Who wants to give it a shot? Uhhh... Seriously? You mean, just walk up to Coach Sharp and stare him right in the eye? I don't think I'd like to try that...
An' you know who's worse? Shut it! There's nothing wrong with having katanas as keyrings! Er, I was ganna say Rick, pet. Excuse me?
Victor, wanna partner up? Ha, why not? Not bad. Wow, get you! You'd make a great defender! Do you think? I'm pretty versatile when it comes to football positions. That makes you a valuable player! Gah, I need to train more.
Please... Fei! Pass it here! Qu'est-ce qui se passe?
What is going on here? Football! Foot...ball? Yeah! It's only the best sport ever! It's actually the reason we came here. We want to save it. You want to save "football"? We haven't done a very good job of explaining ourselves so far but...we need you, Joan. We need your strength. Is this "football" really so important to you? Are you joking? Football is my life! It's the most fun, passionate, exciting sport in the whole world! I bet you'd love it too! R-really...? Hey, I know! We'll show you! So this is "football". Ugh... Hm? Spit-spot, time to miximax!
Err, that wasn't meant to happen... Oh, way to go! Now they DEFINITELY won't think we're spies! Why couldn't I capture her aura? Why indeed... She's not quite the Joan of Arc who was recorded in the history books. She hasn't realised her true strength yet. It's all a bit too early. So...it's the opposite to the problem we had with Nobunaga. That's about the size of it. Great... What did you think of football? Alors, it's certainly...interesting. I don't think I really understand it yet... How should I put it... Ooh, I know! Basically, football's like a battle. Is...is it? Yeah! You have to keep the enemy from getting the ball. And the whole team has to work as one if they want to get through the enemy defences. How do you do that? "Work as one"? Hmm, well, there are lots of ways to do it, but let's talk about passing. You've seen us pass to each other. You have to kind of anticipate your teammates' thoughts when you pass to them. Does that make sense? It does. So that one ball brings you all together, connecting you in ways unseen... Yes! That's a lovely way to put it! And you call this game "football"? Well... Everyone! Come with me.
Excuse me. You must free these prisoners. Quoi?! Jeanne, are you sure this is wise? Oh, I, er, yes... I believe that... I don't believe they are spies. And how can you know that? What are you saying? I have spent time with them! They are not bad people, I know it. I'd feel it if they were. And when they arrived, I saw a strange light fly across the sky. They arrived at that very moment. I...I believe it was a sign from heaven. They were sent here to help us. Do you really think heaven would send us help in the form of these children?! Hmph! Ungrateful lot! If this truly is the will of heaven, then my fate is entwined with theirs. She thinks we're her saviours? And I have one more favour to ask of you. Please, come with me to the courtyard. Shall we? We really need to tell her the truth. Come on.
His are so cutesy, I think I'd vomit rainbows, like. Rainbows? I don't want to think about that... I think you're exaggerating. He's got kitties and musical notes. I thought that it would sum me up quite nicely...
I always help out with the cleaning here. What do you think? Isn't it sparkling clean? Have you ever seen a cleaner maison? Mon frère chops the wood, and I clean. Ah! Don't touch anything! It is forbidden to help the hired help! Don't worry, I am nearly done!
J'aime faire le ménage! Scrub scrub scrub, sweep sweep sweep! Brrr, I do not like this war! I am so scared, I have been hiding my wares in a secret place. Would you like to see?Joan, listen... I'm not going to lie to you. The light you saw in the sky was us, but it was nothing to do with heaven. What? But then how did you-? I'm sorry. But we were telling the truth about defending football. That's the reason we came here. If you'll lend us your strength, we'll be able to save football. I know it. I... Do you really believe I hold that kind of power? I know you do. But...! I don't share your confidence. I don't even know whether I can protect France from the armies of England. Joan... Are you scared of battle? ... Why are you leading them? Because...a voice from heaven told me I must. A voice? It told me my task is to defend Orléans and protect France. Did you... Did you really hear a voice from heaven? Yes! I'm telling the truth. This is the task I have been charged with, and so it shall be done! ... You don't believe me, do you? I know you all doubt me. But it's true. I know what I heard! It doesn't matter how afraid I am. Only I can do this! And I will! Joan... ... Tomorrow we ride to the palace of Prince Charles to request reinforcements. Why do you need reinforcements? Orléans is under siege. We need more men if we ever want to chase the English away. It's ten leagues from here to Prince Charles's Château de Chinon. I'd like it if you would escort me as my personal bodyguards. Bodyguards?! Your football skills may prove useful if we need to break through enemy lines. Enemy lines?! It's not exactly a kickabout in the park! I know we said football was like a battle, but really? I'm relying on you to help me bring those soldiers back, if we are to liberate Orléans. ...I understand. We need your strength, so we'll lend you ours in return. Well, if Gabi's fine with it... Hm... Alright then. Might as well. Better than hanging around here all day! I give you my thanks. Alright, you lot! Let's get moving! Booyah! It's just like live action role play! I can't wait! The carriage will seat seven people, so I will need six of you to accompany me. You mean we can't all fit in? Well, that's a kick in the teeth... I'm sorry. I'd have liked to bring all of you, but we just don't have the means... Hmm, six people... Rick, let me go. Hmm? Please. Alright. I'll sort out who else is going. I'm counting on you to help Arion. Gracias. Now, let's see... OK, Arion, Victor, Goldie, JP, Fei and Gabi. Can you escort Joan to Château de Chinon? We will. Euh... So this is everyone then? I'm Gabriel Garcia. But call me Gabi. Gabi... Enchantée! Hehe...
Alors, shall we go? I'm just readying our carriage, so you have time to make your preparations. Tell me when you're ready. We'll go ahead of you straight to Orléans and wait for your reinforcements. OK! We won't let you down.
Ho, strangers! I see you are wearing armour... Does this mean you are knights now? Keep Joan safe, OK? Please don't do anything rash. We shall see you in Orléans. Tally ho! People of Orléans, hold out just a little longer... Reinforcements are on their way!
I never expected we'd actually have to wear real armour... Victor, it's almost like you're wearing your armourfied Lancelot! Noooooo!!! Well, perhaps, but Lancelot was a lot easier to move around in... Rosie? She's gone quiet. I wonder if there's anything the matter?
If Orléans falls, we all fall! We will take care of Vaucouleurs while you are away, garçon! Moi, I believe that reinforcements will save Orléans! Oh, please let Jeanne reach Chinon Castle without any trouble!
Oh, you found me! I was practicing hide and seek... It's not a game! If bad people come to the town, I want to be able to hide from them! Next time I will find a better hiding place! With leather, you should never leave it when it gets wet. It must be maintained, if you want to get plenty of wear out of it! My tip to you, les jeunes, is to brush it regularly, and wipe it with a dry cloth. Dampness will ruin it! Ruin, I say! Treat your leather well, and it will serve you in kind! Aren't you a bit young to be playing soldier? ...Wait, you really are going to war? Jeanne wishes to save la France, and her heart is, how you say, in the right place. We're relying on you to escort Jeanne safely. You are unfamiliar to me - are you new recruits? Ah, bon! Then you must show the enemy what for, hein? Are you boys going to war as well? May fortune be with you...
Everyone's here. Allons-y! Do you think she's started to realise her power and stuff yet? She'll have to at some point. We need that Miximax. I wonder what it'll look like. Rousing the courage of the team to change into an iron-wall defence.
We'll see you in Orléans, then. I trust you to look after Joan. Leave it to us. Ouais! The cavalry are on their way! Allez, on y va! Nobody here gets travel sick, do they? I get sick of many things, but thankfully, travel is not one of them.
Vaucouleurs looks so small from here! I bet it would be really great to go for a run here! Or a nice, long nap! Ah! I saw something move in the woods! Yeeek! Where?! What a bunch of scaredy-cats...
I bet he's amazing in staring contests! Surely they wouldn't let you use goggles in a staring contest... He'd have a good poker face. He would!
Maybe I should start collecting keyrings. What kind should I get? I THINK YOU SHOULD GET ONE OF A RICE BALL! Buh, if I had one like that, I'd get hungry every time I looked at it. Just get something you like. There's no need to bend to peer pressure. Knowing Arion, I can think of one thing he'll definitely like! Not that I need to spell it out for you... sam_thumbs_up.ipc
I'll write football out of existence! Let me get rid of that dreadful sport for you! Yes, now! The time is now! I must hang out my washing at once! It has rained so much recently that I barely have any clothes left to wear! You know what they say: "Do laundry while the sun shines!" The smell of clean white sheets... Ahhhh... Aaaaaahhhhhh... Oh dear, I yawned again. I'll fall asleep if I am not careful... When I am tired, I clench and unclench my fists. That always wakes me up! Clenching and unclenching your fists is a tried and tested way of staying awake. I should know - I tried and tested it! Bonjour, traveller! Please take a look at my wares! This is the town of Vaucouleurs. You will find peace here, though it is not a wealthy town. I am on my way to hunt for food in the forest. All of the men have joined the army, so I must learn to do their jobs. Chinon Castle is west of here. ...Be careful, won't you? Sometimes I patrol these roads as I am doing now, to help those who lose their way. Are you lost, messieurs? If you seek Vaucouleurs, you will find it in the north-east. Orléans is due north of here, and Chinon is in the north-west, further up the trail. The food we carry around with the army is, how do I say, the worst I have ever tasted. I am never so hungry as when I make this journey on foot. We were just fishing for our supper at the lake. ...Luckily our supervising officer did not see us... Moi, I joined the army to help people. Mais... I do not know why they posted me all the way out here. There are no people around to protect! This is Chinon Castle. ...You are sure you're not English, aren't you? Euh, I believe we should be going to Château de Chinon...*
So a real prince lives in this castle... Do you think His Majesty will give me the reinforcements? He will if he doesn't want to mess up history. Arion, you really need to stop saying things like that. Nothing's certain any more. They might still turn us away. Oh, what? It's alright, Joan. We're here with you. Merci... Please grant me courage...!
Bienvenue! If you would take a moment to peruse my stock, messieurs...
My photos... Oh, no! Did you delete them by accident? No... I reached the storage limit! virtuoso_despair.ipc Just how many photos did you take?! Is that one meant to be of me? Wey aye! It's the spittin' image of 'im!
Victor has some pretty snazzy keyrings. You mean a football, Sam? Yeah! That could work! I got mine from my brother. And you have an Axel Blaze one as well! Yes. The pro league model.
We are Les Excentriques! Will you join our number? If you are un peu shy, do not worry - we are très friendly!
E-excusez moi... Who goes there? Euh...! I, um... Suspicious characters, aren't you? What business do you have here? Speak up! We, er, seek an audience with the prince. Who are you to meet with His Majesty? I...I am Jeanne d'Arc, of Domrémy. I... God has led me here. Jeanne d'Arc? The girl from Vaucouleurs who is on a divine quest? Y-yes... ...
Jeanne d'Arc is here?! Lock her up! All that nonsense about voices! It's clearly all lies. And yet among the soldiers, there are those who believe what she says. What would you have us do, Your Majesty? ...We have had an idea très merveilleuse. Let us test this Jeanne d'Arc and her famous abilities... Ahaha!
They're taking a long time... I knew they wouldn't believe me. And we need those reinforcements in Orléans now! Doubting yourself won't help, Joan. You know you're right. Gabi, thank you... Joan of Arc has to save France. That's how history goes. Exactly! Joan of Arc is a hero, and no one can change that! Jeanne! His Majesty the prince sends for you! Y-yes, My Lord! Sir! I, euh... Everyone, come on!
This is Chinon Castle which stands behind me, and I am its loyal guardsman! No strange characters get by me! Any funny business, and you will be kicked out of here in a second, mes vieux!
This is the famous Chinon Castle! Don't forget to bow correctly to Prince Charles! I forgot to once...and only once. Why did la dame take up the sword? Did she make herself strong in order to protect someone special? Or something special? I was just wondering. A woman with a sword, that's not something you see every day, non? Forgive me, but the mademoiselle does not look very strong to me. Does she really hear the voice of God? Children are forbidden from loitering around the castle. Sorry, I just cannot believe you heard the voice of God. Maybe you were just hearing things. The wind, perhaps?
I do not think I have heard anything stranger than someone having conversations with God!
Are you Jeanne d'Arc? Eek! Y-yes, My Lord! I had heard you were so skilled in battle as to put knights to shame, but you don't have that look about you. Th-the people gossip, My Lord, and they exaggerate the truth. You said you wished to speak to His Majesty the prince? Come, speak. I-I will only speak to Prince Charles himself! Prince Charles himself will not stand for your rudeness, peasant! Eek! Calm yourself, La Hire. Jeanne, you may have a direct audience with His Majesty. Th-thank you, My Lord!
I must say, I have to wonder if His Highness will believe the word of a country girl from Domrémy...
We are Charles. Raise your heads and speak. Um... What's wrong now, girl? You have your audience with the prince, now speak! But... What is it? Say what you have to say. Very well. I shall. This man is not Prince Charles! What is this? Y-y-you dare show this insubordination to your sovereign lord? Well, if you're so sure I'm an imposter, bring the real Prince Charles to me! Is that man really an imposter? I'm sure of it. But where is the real Prince Charles? They might be testing you. Prince Charles is probably a suspicious man. He has to be around here, then, right? Let's split up to look for him. Good idea! Um...I hope we can find him...
Where can the real Prince Charles be? Sorry, I do not speak with servants. Hmph! Go on! Bring me this fabled "real Prince Charles" if you can! Show His Highness some respect!
Makes sense. You really looked up to him. I have a keyring of a fluffy wuffy teddy bear! You do? I didn't know you were into keyrings, Luke!
Non, I have seen nothing. Nothing at all. You want to find Prince Charles? But he is in the castle, non? ...Did you lose him...?
What are you doing, running around like that? Don't forget, I'll throw you out myself if you cause any trouble!
Hm? Your Majestyyy! Are you out there? I don't think he'll just pop out for you! Ohoho, we will crush football! Are you serious? Even in medieval France?!
Ah, they're good! Arion, don't even think about giving up! If we give up, football will disappear forever! You're right! We can't let that happen! Come on, let's have a rematch!
Ohoho, we will crush football! Let us fight! Heeheehee, you cannot escape me! Hahaha, let us finish this!
A-alors? What am I doing here? Oh, bravo, bravo! What was that delightful trick? I have never seen such a game! A wonder to behold! Er, haha, thanks... And you are...? He's dressed like a palace servant. Did you enjoy our footie match? Ah, that's what you call it? "Footie"? It is très intéressant! Ahahahaha! Yes, I am very interested in your footie. You are impressive! Heh, thanks. Wait, that's-! Um, I am your humble servant, Your Majesty! It is an honour to meet you! Did she just say what I think she said? PRINCE CHARLES?! You saw through his disguise, I see! Ahaha, you did very well, Jeanne d'Arc!
You wish to see me crowned king? Y-yes, Your Majesty. You are the rightful king of France, and only you can bring peace to this land. And this too is the will of God? In our panic at the attacks of the English, I fear we have lost the city of Reims, where all French kings have been crowned. How, pray tell, do you propose that I may be crowned king without access to that city? I, um... That is...I... The English control many parts of France now, including Paris... B-but their forces are scattered. If we can muster our forces and our spirits then we can drive them out. I know we can. But if we lose Orléans, this plan will fail. I beg you, please grant us aid. We urgently need reinforcements! Hmm. La Hire! Gilles de Rais! Yes, Your Majesty? Rally your troops. You will ride to Orléans. Jeanne. Your devotion to your country has moved me. Thank you so much, Your Majesty...! You did it, Joan! I did do it! Make your preparations quickly. Jeanne, you will ride as well. Of-of course! Everyone, come to the carriage when you are ready.
Horse riding and hunting are the hobbies of the nobles, but it is not all about simply being refined! They may be fun, but they are also useful in times of war, which, right now, is all the time. Many noblemen have become soldiers and knights. You know Gilles de Rais? He is a nobleman too! I myself am a skilled horseman! Oui, the matter is clear to me. Let us free Orléans and my loyal soldiers in one fell swoop! A country girl speaks and His Highness Prince Charles listens? Non! I cannot believe it!
Have you ever heard the phrase "a jack of all trades, and a master of none"? It's a very useful phrase! There are, how you say, pros and cons to being someone who can do a little of all things and someone who can do one thing well, non? The one thing you don't want to be is someone who cannot do anything! Héhéhé! Need you a hero who is strong, yet elegant? Then look no further than Château Chivalry! Open seven days a week. I will admit, I am impressed that Jeanne saw through the Prince's disguise! You'll put Prince Charles on the throne...? Is that even possible? These are the Prince's orders. It does not matter if I agree with them or not - we ride to Orléans!
We are the gatekeepers, so we cannot come with you to Orléans. I wish I could go with you. Well...good luck, I suppose. We will protect this castle while La Hire and his men are away! Hmph. You follow us and do exactly as we tell you. Comprenez? As soon as you are ready, we ride!
Erm, so...we need to get to Orléans without alerting the English armies. W-we should head towards Vaucouleurs...then north where the road branches in two. We can get into Orléans that way. L-let's go! I hope she's sure about this...
Prince Charles looks like he's sending out reinforcements. Let's go! Great. Be careful on your way over here.
Aye. I just want to know the story behind the whole goggles thing, like! Sorry for starting all this. I was just curious.
Hey!!! Alright, own up. Who was just using my phone? Aww. So you don't have a cute teddy bear? No! Aitor's laughing so much he's fallen over! He got out of there sharpish when he saw Luke running at him, though! Haha!
Hold that thought...because it's about football! I wish I could see the inside of the castle just once in my life... I would love to see those kingly marble floors... Have you ever seen marble? There are many different kinds, but nothing compares to swirling grey on pure white.
As much as I love marble, it is not going to fill an empty stomach... You would like to go to Orléans? Mais bien sûr I can help you! Just cross the bridge in front, and you will see it to the north-east. My task is to keep watch over this bridge, and stop the English from crossing it! Can Jeanne d'Arc really hear the voice of God? What do you think? I believe everything will go well as long as we follow Gilles de Rais and La Hire. They will lead us to victory. Where are you going? South of here you will only find rocks and trees. I mean, I won't stop you if you want to go there, but... Welcome to Orléans.We're finally here. Yes... It looks as though everything's gone well, thank heavens. Arion! Hey! Gabi, you're back! And you brought the reinforcements! ...Yeah. That's a canny army you brought back! They're real soldiers... Really real ones. When the English see this, they'll run right back to their base. Aye... Do you have to keep callin' them "the English", though? They're not the only English here... My countrymen! His Majesty Prince Charles has granted you his favour, and delivered you reinforcements! That's Jeanne d'Arc. Has she come to help us? Can she save Orléans? They're all so skinny... They've been under siege for a long time. There isn't enough food to go around. Lady Jeanne! Thank you, thank you for bringing these soldiers! I-I'm sorry I took so long. I know times have been hard here. Thank you so, so much! Joan... L-listen to me! We have no time to lose. We need to mount our attack against the English! An attack! Yes, of course! With our reinforcements, we can strike at them hard and fast while we still have the element of surprise on our side. Wait, don't you think it's early for a general attack? We should rest after our journey. B-but we must strike while morale in Orléans is high... Pfft, did a voice from heaven tell you that? N-no... You can leave the fighting to us, little girl! Oh no... I'll never convince them! Joan, wait... ...
B-bienvenue! I don't have anything of great value in stock, but please have a look anyway? ...Please? I have just the move manuals to help you defeat the English. Viens, take a look! Welcome to the Foreign Legion! All of these players are far from home, and they could use a friend. Welcome to the Foreign Vagabonds! All of these players are far from home, and they could use a friend. The soldiers must rest now. There are a lot of novices who know nothing of battle... Leave the fighting to us! It's even worse than I imagined... The equipment, the food, mon dieu...! And other things too. What do you want? If you have come to tell me to relax, then you have the wrong knight! I am perfectly ready to fight right now! Miaou miaou! What will become of us? I cannot live like this much longer... Huh, leave the strategy to us seasoned warriors! We don't need novices causing us problems.
If you are riding to war, then may I suggest you stock up on the necessary items here, monsieur? Salut! We are the Vaucouleurs Mercenaries, and we would be glad to lend you our power if you need us, quoi? Reinforcements? ...Merci! ...Wait, are you going to fight? Ah, you seek Jeanne? I saw her go through the door by the castle gate over there... Is something going on? You have travelled all the way from Chinon Castle. There is no harm in having a rest, non? Not with this 'orrible lot though! Give them a minute and they would all run away like les enfants! I am sure that there is a reason for these orders, but still, I wonder... There is a little...je ne sais quoi about all this... But of course, I follow my orders. What we need, mon garçon, is a miracle! Cocorico! Why are you not fighting? This city - look at it! It is a disaster! Alone, we soldiers of Orléans cannot repel the English. And that is why we have been sent reinforcements! I am grateful, but I wish we were strong enough alone!
I think she went up there... Let me talk to her.
If we don't strike at the English now, we'll lose our only chance... ...Aren't you scared? If I run away, we will lose this war. The people of France will suffer forever. Joan... I know I have to do it. I was chosen for this. ...And yet, I don't know if I am equal to this task. Joan, can't you see how much you've already done? Quoi? You've already stood up and taken on a prince, and you won! All for the sake of the French people! ... You can do things other people can't. That's why you were chosen. Can I, really? I wish I was half as amazing as you... Oh, Gabi...
How did it go? Well... We should try talking to La Hire and Gilles de Rais again. Q-quoi? Joan said that if we don't attack now, we'll lose our chance. Well, with history so unstable, we can't afford to sit back and do nothing. Right. So let's go.
It's something only I can do...
Rou rou! Hmph. What do you want, garçon?
What do you want? We're begging you! Listen to Joan and attack now! We already told you that's impossible! Know your place, children. Don't interfere in matters that don't concern you! I'd heard you were a noble knight. I guess I heard wrong. WHAT?! The English are right in front of your face, and you're going to do nothing? Are you scared you'll lose? T-taisez-vous! The enemy are as exhausted as we are. If we go cautiously and keep up our defences, we will break their siege. And if they call for reinforcements? What then? You...! My lords! The Lady Jeanne has rallied the troops and is preparing to mount an attack! She is?! She said that we couldn't afford to wait. You mean she's trying to sacrifice herself to make this attack happen?! Does she have no respect for orders? Just what is going on here? Your Majesty! Wow, he's here as well? Jeanne d'Arc carries out our royal will. It would please us if the knights of France would remember their honour and liberate Orléans! Y-yes Your Majesty! What have I done...? I have to stop her!
We will chase those English dogs back to their own shores! Let them eat terrible army food for once! But of course I will fight! I am a soldier, and I will defend Orléans! Thank heavens for Jeanne d'Arc! We are saved! Begone, garçon! This is not a matter for children! Vive la France!
I cannot rest... There is work to be done... (sigh) We will free Orléans! Onwards, mes amis! It is time to stand up and raise our swords, mes amis! We will win! Vive la France! Jeanne d'Arc is a true hero. She will fight for us, and save us all! We shall crush the English with the power of our army! Orléans shall be liberated by our own hands!
Very well! We shall brook no delay. We shall execute a short, sharp counterattack against the English on the far bank, and destroy them! Are you prepared to accompany us? Stop wasting our time and hurry up. Then let us go forth! The knights of France shall free Orléans!
We can't-! We can't afford to lose! Everyone, defend Orléans! Watch out! Ah! No...
This is awful...! Joan! We've come to help you! Gahaha! Who's this? I'm Zanark Avalonic. Nameless nobody from nowhere. Er, but you just said your name, like... An El Dorado agent, I bet. What do you want? Oh, nothing much. I was just looking for someone to play with, y'know? Then look somewhere else! We're busy! Let me put it this way. There are two ways to get to the other side of this river. Either you beat me at football, or you swim. I wouldn't rate your chances of swimming all dressed up like that, either. Grr! So let's play. What...? We are Protocol Omega 3.0. Our lord Zanark has granted us his power to defeat you! You miximaxed with all of them? Can you even do that?! You wanna find out?
A football pitch? Is he serious? So, how about it? You'd better hurry up if you don't want history to change... Ugh! Fine, you win. We'll play you. Gahaha, I knew you'd say that. Well, that settles it! If we have to face this Zanark character, I had better coach you to victory! Coach? Explain to me, how does one "coach"? You coach by leading the team and guiding them to victory. Ah, we understand. A king, in effect. Very well, we shall deign to "coach" you, our humble subjects. Dash it all!
Gammon! Three hot dogs, extra French mustard! Coming up! Phew, so busy! I'm maxed out! Quickly, quickly! ...Hey, where'd you get off to now?
Whoaaa! It looks like...medieval France around the 1420s? Around the Siege of Orléans, if I'm not mistaken! Literally outrageous! The Raimon team coach is, er, Prince Charles! And today, they're facing Protocol Omega 3.0, headed by Zanark Avalonic! This updated team has double the horsepower! And this way-past-radical climax is set atop the "pont d'Orléans" itself! Gahaha, I knew you'd say that. Jeanne! Hang in there! I...I have to do this! They're all looking to me! Ugh! Why? Why can't I do it? Please, give me strength! Jeanne, they're pushing us back! We can't win like this! The reinforcements will come! We will prevail! God has promised us this victory! Why are we being tested this way? What is the voice from heaven telling you? I... I... Should we really have trusted you? I am being guided by a voice from heaven. It's true... You must believe me... It's no good. We still won't be able to miximax with her while she's like that. Joan...!
OK! Raimon v Protocol Omega 3.0, playing at Orléans Bridge. Kick-off!
Arion! Let me deal with this! OK! Gahhhhh! A predictable attack... Ugh! Smart! Just as Lord Zanark said!
Ohoho! 'Twas well played, Lady Goldie! A marvellous technique! Hehe! You have to be light on your feet in football, and this puts a spring in my step! You'll never defeat us!
Come on, we have to be brave, for Joan! She'll make it through this! I know, but...! If I run away, we will lose this war. The people of France will suffer forever. I was chosen for this. Joan... You can do things other people can't. That's why you were chosen. Can I, really? She can do it. She's powerful, even if she doesn't know it. Powerful enough to miximax! Right! I have to be like Joan, and find something that no one else can do! The half-time break is over! Protocol Omega 3.0 surf into the second half with the ball!
Let's go! I'll stop you... Whew! And Garcia slams right into the enemy lines! Argh! Ugh! Pathetic. The enemy are approaching Raimon's goal! Ugh, I can't do anything right! Rick! You saw your chance and took it. You made the right call! I trust you to defend us, Gabi! You...trust me? First his Fighting Spirit, then miximaxing, and now his Fighting Spirit is armourfied? Who wouldn't be jealous? You're jealous. Aitor was right. I was so jealous... Just because Rick is always so much better than me... Joan, can you hear me? Gabi? I know what I have to do now! I'm not supposed to be the leader. I'm not meant to be in front of everyone. I need to support them, so they can attack, and win! And you know what you have to do! They need you! But I... I can't! What use am I? I don't even know if it was really God that spoke to me... You can't doubt yourself now! I don't doubt you! I believe you! As long as YOU believe, then everyone else will believe too, and they'll follow you! Yes...! Arghhhh! Standard-Bearer Brynhildr! A Fighting Spirit! Magnifique...!
Wow! That move was incredible, Gabi! She's like a warrior goddess...!
I'm sorry, Gabi! I'm not good enough... Never say that, Joan! Believe in yourself, and you'll win!
Joan! Believe in yourself! Trust your own eyes and ears! But...! I... I just can't! I can't believe in myself any more! ...But you're right. I have to! Perhaps I am not destined to be a fierce knight. But I can lead my people to victory with my knowledge! I can raise their spirits and give them courage!
Hear me, fellow warriors! Put fire in your hearts and believe in our victory! We must have courage...for God is on our side. And by this flag, I promise you! This day, we will prevail!
That's the spirit! It's time! Let's get this Miximax done and dusted! Goldie, are you ready? Wait a second! Shouldn't you be asking Gabi? Gabi's the one who's earned this! No one else could miximax with Joan! Are you sure? Well, alright then. Gabi, you're up!
Miximax activate!!! Ahhhhhhhh! Urghhhhhh! Mixed to the max!
Let's turn the tide! Attack, attack and attack again! Already on it! Gabi, your courage inspires me. I must fight as well!
Onwards! For France! Follow me! Well, you were no use at all. Ugh! How dare you! How dare you manipulate someone of my calibre?! Uh-huh. Bye now! God has led us to this triumph! Whooooo! I knew you could do it, Joan.
Zanark played Protocol Omega like they were a cheap piano! Chairman, do you think it's wise to leave him roaming around like this? He wouldn't listen to us anyway. I'm afraid we have no choice. Why don't we see what he can do? As an experiment, let's say. But, sir!
Your efforts on our behalf were truly something to behold! Your praise does us honour. And thanks to you as well, Your Majesty. Yes, yes. We have heard you will be undertaking your travels again. Is this true? It's true. We shall not forget this encounter with you as long as we live. We shall raise our own football team to greet you if you should return this way. Yes, Your Majesty! We'll take them on! Well, we should be getting back to our own time. Time to go home!
Should your travels ever bring you near my castle in future, visit me. I insist. We shall feast like...well, like me, ohohohoho! Thanks to your efforts, Orléans was saved. Merci beaucoup. I admit, I thought she was just a slip of a girl, but this is one time I was pleased to be wrong. As long as we have Jeanne, our secret weapon, la France will be safe! She will end every war! Pow! Crash! ...Ahem, I seem to have got a little, how would you say, carried away... Soon His Highness will rule officially! You may not know, but as the English held Reims for so long, His Highness has not been crowned! You see, mon ami? The greatness of His Highness is that he knew to listen to a mere country girl, non?
Ms Hills, do you prefer spears or swords? What now?! I reckon it'd look canny good if you put a few o' them olden day weapons up on the staff room wall! I CANT FIND ANYTHING GOOD TO TAKE BACK!!!! You can't just bring stuff like that back with you!
How long does it take to go get a hot dog?! Are you baking the bread from scratch?! Don't worry your pretty little surfer head, I went and got one myself. If I wasn't such a radical dame, I'd have fired you already! From the job AND from our marriage! Be careful not to burn the sausage next time! It was like chewing on a surfboard! Wow, you know it's actually nice when you're gone. At least I don't get criticised by the world's flakiest flake!
Roma, are you ever going to come and get your take-home test papers? runaway_rusty.ipc Or would you prefer I just read out your score for all the world to see? NO DONT DO THAT
Well, instead of discussing it here, why don't we just go and ask him? You know what - I'll do it myself! What?! You're really going to ask him?! I don't think that's a good idea... You first-years know nowt!
Orléans is saved! Luck is on our side! Vive us! Bon, that settles the question of whether Jeanne d'Arc is a real hero or not! If we keep on attacking like this, we will end this war and be home in time for déjeuner! And His Highness will rule over all of France officially, now that he can travel to Reims for his coronation! I fear I must thank you for bringing Jeanne d'Arc here. So...merci. She really did hear the voice of God! I believe! I belieeeeve!
So, I see you have saved Orléans. If only I had not been kept here by my guard duties, I would have fought at your side... Do not think we were, how can I say, slacking off while you were away! We did our share of fighting as well, mon brave! A fearsome enemy, who swoops down just as you turn your head! Oui, oui, tiredness is the most deadly enemy of all!
Bienvenue! This is Vaucouleurs. It is not a rich town, but it is a happy one. I heard that Orléans is free! The war will be over soon, thank goodness... You know, I too fought at Orléans. I finally managed to help people! And yet, here I am again, and I still do not know why... Before you stands Chinon Castle.
This river, it flows right through the heart of la France. Are you impressed? You should be - it is over 1,000km long! My task is to keep watch over this bridge, and stop the English from crossing it! So it is true - Jeanne was sent to us from heaven! We will follow Jeanne d'Arc! That is the best way to get things done, non? Bienvenue! This is Orléans. If you wish to cross the river, you must use this bridge, hein? Mais...that is not a good idea at the present time. There is a war on, you know, garçon!
Orléans is free, all thanks to la belle Jeanne! But of course, mon ami, I helped protect the city! Now la France will live to fight another day! Begone, garçon! This is not a matter for children!
Héhé, goodbye and good riddance to the English army! We have prevailed! Vive la France! We won! We won! La victoire is ours! Oh, Jeanne! I wish I had been as brave as you when I was une fille! I will bring up my granddaughters to be brave and strong too! Jeanne d'Arc is a true hero. She will fight for us, and save us all! We have freed the city! Hip hip hourra!
This is the town of Vaucouleurs. It may be a little shabby now, but it is a good town. Ah, ouais, the battle is won, but there is still a lot to do. It will be hard in Orléans for a long time yet, mon garçon. Mais, with time, it will return to the belle ville that it used to be! I cannot believe that we did it...! The battle is won? Vraiment? Does that mean I can play outside now? Ah, mon ami, we have won the Siege of Orléans, but the war, it continues, non? We still have much to do! But for now, oui, I am happy. Fortune has smiled upon us! I am glad that the battle is over for now.
Ho, strangers! ...Oh, it is only you. Don't surprise me like that, hein? We have protected Orléans! Now to prepare for the next battle, héhéhé! My calling in life is to fight! And protect things through that fighting, like towns, and the Prince. But mostly I like to fight!
You know, with all of us as soldiers, we will easily save la France, non? Oh, I see. You have your own battles to fight? Well, bon chance! (miam miam) These sweets I was given are so délicieux! I can't stop eating them! Jeanne is so kind! Of course, it is not enough for us to be kind! We must also be useful, like Jeanne! Orléans is finally at peace. It is for the people like the townsfolk of Orléans that we must fight for! I do hope heaven continues to guide Jeanne!
Ah, mes amis! Are you back to play le football? I have played a little, you know... Jeanne has proven herself worthy of leading the army. And we, her soldiers, must support her!
Mrrr! I should never have doubted her... I was right all along! Jeanne did not let us down!
Gabi, wait! Are you leaving? Sí. I'll take your strength with me to the future. A lot of that strength came from you, Gabi. You made me realise I was someone to believe in. You made me realise there was something to fight for. I want to give you this. Your pendant! But...doesn't this mean a lot to you? Yes, but... Actually, there is something I would take. And what's that? One of those sweets! You mean a bonbon? Yes! You shared these with us when nobody else trusted us. If there's something to remember you by, it's this. Then here you go!
Good work, everyone! We're one step closer to assembling the Ultimate Eleven! (sigh) Joan... Gabi. Hey, Rick. We really did it, you know. We saved football back there. Yes, Gabi. We really did! Team, it's back to school sweet school...so to speak!
Once more unto the present! Time jump!
So now I've seen you at work, Raimonites... We're gonna have lots of fun together!
The better the match, the better the Miximax. The position, element and gender of the player whose aura you're using all affect the outcome! If you manage to get the absolute best match, they'll look different from usual and they'll get a huge stat boost. Experimenting is key!
Shoot! Ugh! Come on, JP! Where's your energy? You'll have to jump higher than that! Sam, I'm just not sure I'm cut out to be a keeper. Everyone else is getting so much stronger, but I feel like I'm just staying the same... Now, none of that, JP. You're Raimon's guardian shield. Look, I'll be leaving school before too long, and then you'll be the only thing standing between the ball and the goal. But- No buts! You still have time. You don't have to be perfect right now. It'll come. You know I've got your back while I'm still here, eh? Merci, Sam! We have your back too, JP!
Hey, Arion! Oh! What's the craic? All good? Sol! Arion! Huh? It's been a while. Oh! Bailong! What are you doing here?!
Sol, how are you? You're looking well! I feel it, too. That's great! I'm glad. Hello, you! I haven't seen you for ages! You haven't, indeed. I didn't realise you two knew each other. Looks like another effect of the time paradox... Oh, Fei, you haven't met Sol yet, have you? This is Sol Daystar, the legendary striker who played against us in the semi-final of the Saints' Way tournament! They called him a child prodigy, you know! Wow! It's nice to meet you! Sol, this is- Fei Rune, right? We've met? Coach Blaze mentioned you. He told me about the football situation as well. I'll help you in any way I can, so I will. That's why I'm here. Not that I know how much of a help I can be, but you can be sure I'll fight alongside you. Thanks, Sol! That means a lot! Bailong! Is there something different about you, or am I imagining it? Different? Do you think? A lot has happened since I last saw you all. I guess. It must be something big for you to end up here. The football ban, all these strange things happening... Everything you're fighting. I'm not going to keep quiet while they insult football like this. Does that mean you've come to help us? I have a debt to repay you, after all. You're really joining us?! Hmm. I see. This is all very convenient... Are we sure we can trust him? True. He might stab us in the back at any time. Think about what you're saying! This is Bailong we're talking about! I'll vouch for him. You would... Well, anyway, it's great to see him again! Oh, Fei, you don't know Bailong, do you? He might not say much, but he's OK. I know. You do? I knew that if I was going to travel through time, I'd need to do my homework. I need to know who to watch out for. Haha! Bailong's not dangerous! I get that. But it's always possible that El Dorado might try to use skilled players for their own ends. Yeah. That makes sense. It's a pleasure to meet you, Bailong. Likewise. From now on, Bailong is one of us! The rest of you don't mind, do you? You're the captain...
Ah, you've found a new friend. Good. Let's continue! So, where to next, Mr Evans? Hmm, yes. I'd say we're off to the Three Kingdoms! The Three Kingdoms? You mean, from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms? The Chinese historical legend?! The third player is "a supremely accurate midfielder who uses prophetic vision to strike at the enemy's heart." Zhuge Liang, of course! And the fourth is "an iron-wall goalkeeper with the power and toughness to subdue an empire." Who other than Liu Bei? Are you serious? Liu Bei is the greatest! Um, Lou who? Are you telling me you haven't read the Romance of the Three Kingdoms? What kind of philistine are you?! OK, so about 1800 years ago, China was split into three kingdoms, called Wei, Shu and Wu. The story is about how they were created. Liu Bei was one of the heroes of that era. He was a real person as well! And with his generals, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, he fought the huge armies of the tyrant Cao Cao! As it happens, Zhuge Liang was the tactician who worked for Liu Bei. So, this Liu Bei... What kind of person was he? He was a real man of honour and he always did his duty. He was so popular that when Cao Cao's army forced him to retreat from a city he held, all the citizens followed him. There were 100,000 people, so they were pretty slow, but Liu Bei took them all with him, even when his men told him to leave them. Wow! Uhh, but what kind of artefact can we get for that? Hmm...1800 years ago. Is there even anything left from that time? Er, obviously! ...Maybe. There is one thing, quite famous among fans. They say that Magic Moves has a scroll written by Zhuge Liang himself! ...Allegedly! Magic Moves? You mean...Magic Moves in town?! Might as well have a look, if it's the only thing we've got to go on! Liu Bei, a legendary goalie... You'll be miximaxing with him, JP. It's up to you. Sam... I appreciate it, but do you really think I'm good enough? I told you, didn't I? You're Raimon's guardian shield. I know you can do this. OK!
Hi, everyone. It's been a while! Remember your old pal Sol Daystar? If football needs saving, then I'm in! We've gotta stick together! Welcome, Sol! Bailong, reporting for duty. ...Will that suffice? (Good enough?)
Hi, everyone. We've made you some special rice balls today! Good old rice balls. You can't mess those up! Alright, what weird ingredient did you fill them with this time? You'll have to wait and see. Ugh. Well? Tell us what you got!
!!!! What's up? Goldie? She's not answering... No good. You know something, Rosie?
Ahhhhh! There are oodles of them! What's up, JP? He's at the keyring shop. He's going bonkers over it. Are you there too, Sam?
Mew mew. (Once you get used to it, it's quite comfortable here.)
Ah, Virtuoso... He looks even cooler today. Did someone give him a makeover or something? Well, power to their elbow! If the virtuoso's happy with it, I'm happy with it. I apologise for my friend. She's a bit obsessed, you may have noticed.
Rats! I was chasing a cat and lost sight of it round here somewhere. Oh well, I'll get back to my running soon. Or maybe I should keep looking for it. What to do, what to do... Meow? (Why is there a wall here now? Let me in!) If they're going to be demolishing the stadium, they'll have to bring in one of those big cranes! Aww yeah, show me that wrecking ball action! Wait, you're from the football club, aren't you? Sorry, that was insensitive of me... I wonder what Riccardo's up to after lessons. I never see him at the music room... Perhaps he's off practising football somewhere...
Actually, I really wanted to be a football club manager. But the football club's been disbanded, so... Ah, sorry for reminding you... Cheer up! Want to come down to the shops with me? I know a great place for pork buns! I'm still full from lunch. I'd much rather go to the park and do some exercise. The rugby club came charging past here doing some laps around the school. Nearly sent a couple of us flying! You watch where you're running too, you hear? The work on the football stadium doesn't seem like it's getting started any time soon. I wonder what's keeping them?
OK, Hastings! Give me your paw! Don't you think it's unusual for a dog to wander into school like this? Woof! (I know of no "Hastings"! I am known as Grentar, Burier of Bones and Chaser of Sticks!) Who needs to sit around in a stuffy old library when you can read out in the sun? This book's on loan, though, so I should probably avoid getting it dirty... I'm trying to sketch these flowers here. Do you think you could go somewhere else? You're kind of in my light... I've got Teacher here helping me so I can learn how to return my rival's serves. Have you got a rival too? Try not to overthink it! That's it! Just swing your arm!
It's not fair. I just finished a really tasty meal and now I'm hungry again. I blame the smell from the canteen! My dentist got angry at me because I'm always eating sweet things... But chocolate comes from trees, so it's healthy, right?
These are the third-year classrooms. Us first-years will be here the year after next. Why am I here? A third-year friend from my club forgot something, so I thought I'd return it. But she's already gone home. I finally sat down and got on with studying proper. You can't escape it, so you might as well get on with it. Ugh, whenever I have to do my homework, I just end up cleaning my room to put it off. Does that happen for you, too? It's silly, really. Maybe I should just give up and become a full-time procrastinator. Just when I get in the mood to study, my dad starts yelling at me to do my homework... And then I suddenly don't feel bothered any more...
Whoever gets the lowest mark in the next test will have to buy dessert. This time I won. How? Cos I'm really good at French, that's how! Matthew here claims he's good at French. But that's only because he managed to pass his last vocab test. He's not that good, though. He'll be back to failing them in no time. Arion! How goes it? If you ever feel like studying, just come by. I'll give you a few pointers. Studying well enough in advance is the key to getting into one of the top-notch schools! I hate football. It's barbaric! But not Raimon Football Club. You're not like that at all!
Welcome to Raimon Junior High! Oh! Sorry, didn't realise you were a pupil here... I'm not much cop at physical stuff, but I do enjoy watching a good game of footie. Lately, I've been watching some old football videos, you know, from back before it got too violent. Since the football ban, so many clubs have applied to use the front pitch for practice. But the teachers just keep fobbing them off saying, "Wait a bit longer." That's why they're all still practising in their old places. What do you get up to after class now that you can't play football? Aren't you bored? No balls get kicked over here any more, so I've got more time for actual gardening. But I don't know, it feels like there's something missing... You know that girl who takes care of the flower beds? I've liked her for the longest time... But every time I try and talk to her, the words just won't come out!
Have you ever thought you might want to try out a different club, Arion? Yeah, yeah, I know. It's probably too late to consider changing... For a team who just got their sport banned, you're looking awfully cheery these days. What's got into you? The school's always spotless, right? That's because the cleaning club are always there to help clear up! After all, we're here every day, so we might as well keep the place clean like we would at home! If you ever get an injury, you come straight to me. Putting on a brave face means nothing when it's your health on the line! It's not just about writing down what's written on the blackboard, you have to listen to the teacher and take notes about that too! Of course, you go through more pages that way. Make sure you buy a new notebook before you run out of pages! I wonder what I could do to motivate my students... You don't fall asleep in class, do you, Arion?
The governor's a graduate of this very school. She was even a manager of the football club. You should know this! Mrowrrr... (The governor's really scary when she's angry. Beautiful but scary...) We've put off having the football stadium demolished. Fingers crossed we can get the football ban rescinded in the meantime.
I'm keeping an eye on this path here to see if any new love prospects happen to wander past. But the only people who come past are boys heading to club practice. Not one single cute girl... As soon as the bell rings for the end of lessons, I make a beeline straight for the track! It's all about setting a good example! (huff huff) I'm not as young as I used to be, though... Feel this towel. So lovely and soft, right? The girl over there gave it to me. Bit unexpected, but I'm grateful! I'm like a hurricane... Like a tornado! Look at the way that girl runs. Such perfect form! I wish I were half as athletic as her. And she used the towel I gave her! I'm more than a little chuffed about that! Clubs that don't have an allocated space to train in have to practise wherever they can around school. But that's OK, because Raimon's huge. I get out of breath just doing one lap of the school! Wah! Look out! Watch where you're running, will you? Some oaf in the rugby club nearly bumped into me earlier... Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. Every day, like clockwork, you'll see the teacher in charge of the athletics club and the rugby club boys charging around like lunatics.
All the basketball club members are training hard for our next competition! We've got a lot of tough work ahead of us! If an opponent with the ball stops, that's a big chance. You've got to get in there and mark him, and snatch the ball away if you can! Then you pass it on for the counter-attack, your teammate makes the shot...and the crowd goes wild! It's a feeling and a half! I want to learn how to feint past an opponent and score, but I can't for the life of me pull it off... There's no offside rule in basketball. But if you go over the centre line, you can't pass the ball back over it. It's supposed to force you to attack! That's a bit different from offside, I suppose... Only scored 4 out of 10... If you concentrate too much on controlling the ball, it stresses you out and tenses the muscles. And if you can't score, you don't win games. Football's like basketball in that sense. Hey! How's tricks? You're secretly practising in the football stadium? I'll pop along and watch you practise sometime. You may not be able to have any competitive matches or anything, but it's important to carry on doing what you love, right?
Yeah, I heard. You're practising in the football stadium in secret. Everybody knows. But you're not giving up on the thing you love. Good job! You know, I really want to be more like my friend here, so I stopped being just a manager and became an official club member. I'm training proper hard. Come and support me when I have my first match! You're in the football club, but football's not your only strength. You're also very strong-willed. Doesn't matter if you get knocked down - you always get back up again, don't you? Each opponent is unique, so I'm trying to predict how they'll fight me in advance. Basically, I need to be psychic!
Hahaha, these smartphone thingies ain't half fun! I just sent my son here an email! My dad upgraded from a regular mobile to a new smartphone. Would you believe it, he's learnt to use it better than me! Wheee, wheee! This is what it's like to run wild and free! Come on, come and join me! Wheeeeeee! My friends are coming by train. It's been a while since we last met, so I got a bit excited and ended up turning up too early... Sometimes I admire this view so much, the whole day goes by before I realise it. Time is a fickle thing! Oh, hello. Please make your way to the platform in good time, so you don't have to rush for your train. Thank you! Hee hee. If you stare at this postbox for long enough it starts to look like someone's face.
Going on holiday? Just take a train. Sit back and take in the scenery, and you'll discover a lot!
I'm waiting for my friends to arrive, then it's off to the sweet shop to splurge on sugary snacks! What should I make for dinner this evening? My little one quite liked the fish dish I did last time, so there's that. Decisions, decisions... Trains are really cool. Personally, my favourite trains are freight trains. I want to catch a butterfly, but I left my net at home... Isn't Oscar the cutest doggy woggy? He's so clever and handsome, yes he is! Whoops, there I go again... Nope, nothing. Not one measly morsel. I don't think it's my technique... I've probably just got the wrong spot.
I only step on the white stripes of zebra crossings! That's what all the kids at school do! Nice weather for a walk, isn't it? I'll probably end up in the next town if I'm not careful. I wish I had a ball to play with! Don't tell Grandad though! I'm happy enough playing here! Zzz... Zzz... Uh... Oh! Sorry, caught me nodding off there! Did you hear the news? I heard from Mabel next door that her Trevor said that a man he knows from golf said it and he says it's true. Some people are continuing to play football in secret! What? No! Really? But if sports players can't even obey the rules, what's the world coming to?
G'day, Arion! Scotty took me to one of those bonzer onsen sauna places the other day! They had one of those talking toilets there. I don't know if it could understand me or not, but I said thank you afterwards, just in case!
My brother went in the Magic Moves shop before. When he came out he said he was much stronger. Can you really level up just by going in a shop? That's odd... Daddy will take you to the Game Centre next time. Let's go home so you can do your homework, OK? That's so not fair, Mum! I don't want to do my homework! I just want to play games! I've become a regular here. Who'd have thought it? Now, what mouthwatering treat shall I order today? Just thinking about it makes my mouth water... I wish they'd hurry up and bring it. You look like a cheerful boy. Well it's the privilege of youth to plough on regardless. Good luck, lad!
They've left some huge boxes in the middle of the pavement. How are people supposed to get past? The van's in the way too. Why didn't they park somewhere else? I always see the shop assistant stacking boxes whenever I go past. What's in them? We may never know... I think he's chasing after that butterfly. It always seems to be fluttering around here whenever we come for a walk. Maybe it's just my imagination, but it always seems to be the same one... Since I started walking up the tower every day for some exercise, I don't feel out of breath as much as I used to. I won't let you young whippersnappers beat me!
A long time ago, a boy used to come up here to practise football all the time, but I guess we've seen the last of that thanks to the ban. Meow! (Well met, servants. Now, entertain me!) Hahaha. Did you children come to admire the view too? I'm sure this view won't change a bit, not even when you're all grown up. But all the same, it's a memory worth keeping, believe you me. No! I can't do it! Let's go home! My little bruv always says he wants to climb the tower. So I bring him and when we get here he always chickens out at the last minute...
This is Inazuma Park. There are lots of children playing here, so take care not to bump into them when you're running about. Co-coo... Co-co-coo... I learnt how to climb up to the top using the ropes. It still takes me a while, but I can do it! Oh! Arion! Hey, can you keep a secret? When I grow up, I'm going to get rid of the football ban! It'll be fine! Right? I used to enjoy sitting out here, watching the kids play a bit of footie, all innocent like. What's become of the world? We sometimes come here to play. It keeps her busy so I can have some quiet time! But I'm too afraid to let her out of my sight. I always tell her to stay where I can see her. Mum always comes with me to play. I made a new friend too. Yippee!
Ahhhh! Cannot resist these pork buns! You'd think I would have grown sick of them after 20 days, but no! Heed my words - beware this street!!! Oh, hello. Please feel free to come in and browse. You never know, you might find a book you like! Hey, have you seen that guy over there by the convenience store holding his head in his hands? All his raving on about pork buns is making me hungry too... Hm, do you tidy your room, or is it always a mess? Because my son is absolutely dreadful for that! I'll give you some advice that I give all my young friends - the less you have, the easier it is to find a place to put things away.
This fried rice is yummy too! Dad, can we get some of those fried dumplings too? This is really good. Go on, then. Let's order a plate of those dumplings! Next time, let's bring your mum! The noodles are just the right texture, and the pork cooked to perfection! And the soup is to die for! Nothing satisfies me like a bowl of Rai Rai Noodles!
Those kids sitting over there aren't really all that bad, you know. The other day when I was on my way home, I saw them picking up rubbish off the street and throwing it in the bins. Can't understand why some people don't put rubbish in the bin. Real clever, making the place all dirty... If you keep putting off stuff you have to do, you'll only end up regretting it, right? During holidays, I always leave my homework till the last minute, so yeah... I'm not very happy about growing up with nothing to do, so we've been making plans. Big plans. Hahahaha! Don't ask me to help if you get into any scrapes! Least, not while I still have this black eye!
Ah... I dropped it again! If only you hadn't talked to me! Oh, it's you, Arion. Do you know any good techniques for these crane grabber games? I haven't been able to catch a thing... My daughter really loves this character. I won the cuddly toy version for her and she was over the moon. Now I'm going to try to clear out this machine! Phew! It took some time, but now I've tried out every game on display! There's one in particular I think my girlfriend would really like... He always gets so caught up in these games that he completely forgets about me. I think it's about time he started paying me a bit of attention.
Who needs to chase a ball around? Jogging around town is plenty fun in itself. Want to join me? Hey, hey! I've been helping my mum tidy our house up today. The old lady in the shopping area has been giving me tips! It's all neat and tidy now! Aren't I clever? My girl's started helping out around the house. She's still young but she's making remarkable progress. Oh, Arion! You look well today. Whenever I see you, you're always bursting with energy. I think you've got a lot of hard work ahead of you, but we're all counting on you to succeed. My son's finally started studying properly, but he still doesn't seem very happy. I just don't know what's wrong! Doesn't your son like watching football? It'll be that ban then, won't it? That's enough to put anyone in the dumps! Just leave it a while. He'll work things out himself eventually. Don't worry yourself too much!
There are lots of really posh houses around here. I don't feel like I'm the right class of person to be wandering about here. There I said it. I didn't mean to, but I said it... It's my house, so I've got to clean it! I've thought about getting help in, but I just don't feel comfortable with the idea. It seems like such a simple thing should be easy to decide, but if you're fussy over something, you really do fuss over it! I'd like to have a look inside that house. I just can't imagine what it's like on the inside. Could be bright pink for all we know.
The more I look, the more I see things that I want. Ah, but if I buy them all, my wallet will take a hefty hit...
I can't believe you're holding this in your actual hands! It has to be real! No way is that the real thing! How on earth did it end up here?! Wha...? Now did it get here? Let me tell you a story... Zzz... I guess he must have mistaken it for a move manual or something. His eyes must be failing... Well, as long as it's going to come in handy to someone, I can't complain. You're welcome to it. Faythe, you're the best! Bish bash bosh! Perfect! Now we just need to install the artefact in the time machine.
I'm so glad you're joining us, Sol! Thanks, Arion! Non! Too cold! You must try to write un petit peu more. Express yourself! What is there to express? I am who I am.
How are you guys coping with the ban over there? We've kind of had nothing to do but study. Dodge, mate! How've you been! How's it going, Dodge? Dodge?! Look what the cat dragged in. Dodge! Bosh!
My lips are sealed. Now you're making me worry! What happened? easy_peasy.ipc Mission failed. Least ya came back in one piece! What did he say?
Yeah, I wanted to pop by as well. There's Axel Blaze ones AND Coach Evans ones AND EVEN Coach Sharp ones! All the pro league versions! It's like a dream come true! Huh, I didn't realise they made so many of them. You ganna buy some then, Kaiser? I know where it is. I wouldn't mind visiting too!
To think he had a scroll written by Zhuge Liang all this time. I wonder how he got his hands on it...
Installation complete!
Something like this? spotter_sparkle.ipc Squeeee!!! Oh my goodness, thank you so much! Spotter is just the cutest!
Ah, that guy from Lunar Sea? Who's that? A Raimon old boy or something? Wey aye, man! How ya been keepin'? Doug! Good to hear from you. You guys haven't changed at all. It's just like the old days! You fancy meetin' up, like?
I don't want them that much. I think you're going to sneak off alone to buy them. Careful, pipsqueak!
Yay, Grandpa bought me a move manual! Not a taxi in sight. Think I'll just jaunt along home at a leisurely pace instead! Welcome to the Almighty Clan network! Do you want to meet up with Almighty Faith players? If not, take a hike!
Grr! How long is he going to keep me waiting? I've been here ages! I think that kid crying in front of the stadium belongs to the kids' football club in my neighbourhood. They banned football for being too violent... Do you think that was the right thing to do? Waaahhhh! Give me back football! Give it back!
Currently there are no plans for matches to be held in the Saints' Way Stadium due to the football ban. If the football ban isn't overturned soon, I'm pretty sure I'll be out of a job. Currently there are no plans for matches to be held in the Saints' Way Stadium due to the football ban. I miss the days when this place was packed to bursting...
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Ron-ron, ron-ron. This is our watchtower, so we can make sure the English don't try to sneak up on us. The crafty scoundrels! Bon, you want to go to Vaucouleurs? Follow that road, and you will find it.
Salut! I haven't seen you in a while, mes amis. The soldiers said I'm allowed to play outside! Youpi! When I grow up, I want to be a hero and defend my village just like them!
I don't suppose you have seen His Highness around anywhere? Recently he has taken up the habit of sneaking out of the castle and going to play le football in the nearby towns... This is Chinon Castle, and I am its last line of defence against intruders! But of course I know you are no intruders, hein? You may pass at your leisure, messieurs! You probably do not notice the guardsmen at the gate, but that just means we are doing our jobs well! I may not get to wave my sword around on the battlefield, but I have a job that is just as important!
Recently the Prince has taken a fancy to playing le football. He thought it was funny to kick a ball around. Better than kicking the servants! Her sword, it serves la France! And her strength, it serves the people! Jeanne d'Arc is an inspiration to us all...! Well done, mes camarades! Be welcome, honoured guests! Now that Orléans is free, I can practise my intimidating march! I must look my best for His Highness's coronation, non?
Jeanne is the biggest hero in la France right now. Even I must say I admire her.
Garçon, is it true that the English eat three meals every day? Tell me, do they eat breakfasts as huge as they say? They must have very strong stomachs, non? Moi? Ah, I eat two meals a day. Although I do get a bit, how you say, peckish around noon. Urghhh, I could eat a whole horse... Rou rou rou! How can anyone not believe Jeanne now? I will follow her to the ends of the earth! I know she will lead us to la liberté! Miaooou! Jeanne is our hero! We will tell stories of her till the end of days! Well, if God wants us to be victorious against the English, I won't say no...
Do you remember me? Did I tell you about a scar I was proud of? Well, I finally got my chance to pay the English back for it! Héhéhé! I admit it! I was wrong. Our duty as soldiers is to protect people and country. We must never forget that. I should have known that Jeanne was right. And thanks to her, we have a coronation to look forward to! Vive le roi! Je suis trop heureux! Our city is safe and free once more! Jeanne is my hero. I have never followed a better officer into battle! Bring on the next one! Ahaha! Oh, don't give me that look. You are as bad as La Hire. I am keeping an eye on my people! It is my duty as their ruler. It is not a game, it is serious business, garçon! I must know how the peasants live! And maybe play le football. Ahahaha!
This is the Loire River. A grand river, n'est-ce pas? If this bridge falls to the English, then they would take the whole country. That is why we fight so hard against them! That, and the way they dress! Whenever I used to think about this war, I felt a little scared, non? But now we have Jeanne d'Arc, and nothing can stop us! Phew, it gets tiring pretending to be the prince! But I created this competition route for fun, if you would like to try it out.
What's that, Eugene? It's nothing, just... OK, I was thinking that if we really do meet Liu Bei for real, I might ask him for his autograph. Why am I not surprised? I was wondering... When we go over there, we'll still be able to play football, won't we? I think so. When we went to get Jeanne d'Arc we ended up getting captured, so we couldn't play as much as we wanted... I've had the urge to play as much football as I can since I got out of hospital, but the football ban means I haven't touched a ball in ages. I just want to get back in the game and beat El Dorado! Do you know what I mean? More than you know! So. Tell me about El Dorado. Hm, they're strong. And they like to mess around with history! They think they can just do whatever they want! Yeah, they're terrible! I see. So you're fighting to put a stop to their antics. You're with us, right, Bailong? 'Course he is! We'll take them down together! Then let us hit the road!
To ancient China! Hold tight!
There they go. Looks like they want a piece of Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang. Fun. This time we'll really crush them.
Here we are! Smack bang in the middle of China, 1800 years in the past. Was there ever any doubt? This is Longzhong, where Zhuge Liang's mansion is located. Great! So it should be easy to find him. Let's go! Easy? Somehow, I'm not so sure...
Bosh! I've never seen old Chinese clothes before...apart from on TV, I mean. These clothes really suit you, Sol! Really? Thanks! That wonderbutton is truly belter! Bailong, you are très cool! I should think so. Wonderbot's switch is really something! I like how it puts all the clothes on for us. I wouldn't have had a clue otherwise.
Ms Hills, would you like Liu Bei's autograph? His autograph? Well... On second thoughts, that would reduce the collector's value, wouldn't it... Sorry, scratch that idea! What about Zhuge Liang's autograph, instead? I think I'll pass, Eugene.
I'm dyin' for a decent brew, like! I'm spittin' feathers, man! I cannit believe we're in China and we can't get a decent cuppa! It may surprise you to hear that they didn't yet have builder's tea in this era. Ach!
Spinach! Phew. Mine had fried chicken. Pretty tasty! I HAD PRAWNS!!!!!!!!!!! So that's why yours was a funny shape... Ergh... What did you put in mine, condensed milk?! Why is mine sweet?! I demand an explanation! Oh, that could be the one we put sugar in. Sugar?! Well, no wonder then! Why would you use sugar?! When you're tired, your body craves sugar, right? We put LOADS of different things inside them!
I went up and asked him. He just told me he had normal eyes. He saw right through you. You know Coach Sharp can read everything on InaLink, don't you? Whoops... Bit late for the heads-up, Rick, mate!
(hum hum) (hum hum) Hi, excuse me! Get away! It's about to blow! Is that a cannon?! Wahaha, your faces! You fell for it! It's a joke, you numpties. Wahaha! What is with this tipo? That's a huge cannon! What are you going to use it for? Why, I'm going to catch a tortoise with it! A tortoise?! Just kidding. I think giant tortoises are too shy to come out in the open. They'd never come out of their shells! Wahahahahaha! Ugh, stop, I'm getting a headache... No, I'm really going to catch a dragon with it. A dragon? Ha, good joke. No, I'm serious. There's a huge net in there, and I'm going to fire it at the dragon to capture it. Wow! Really?! I'm deadly serious! ...What a weirdo. You got that right... Arghhhhh!
Graaaaagghhhhhhh! Zhang! Guan! Who are you? You lot are dodgy! I'll have you! Wait! Wait! Let's not be too hasty! Oh! Yeah! Let's not be too hasty! But these miscreants really are suspicious, brother... Just a minute! We're not here to cause any trouble! Honestly, all we came here to do is meet Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang! What, me? You? Yeah... I'm Liu Bei. Who wants to know? What?! You mean, YOU'RE Liu Bei?
So...you're Liu Bei? That's me. And these two miscreants are my brothers in arms, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. We found him so fast! And who might you be? You look like strangers to this land. Well, we're... We...aren't from this world. We've come from the future to beg a favour. We need to borrow the strength of you and Zhuge Liang. The future? Sì. Our time is in trouble, and the only way to fix it is with your strength. Please will you help us? Er. Ha, do you really believe this, brother? We should box their ears! Wahahaha! You're funny! I like your sense of humour. This is perhaps the best joke I've ever heard! Y-yes, that is what I was going to say. Good joke. Ha ha. In fact, I was on my way to seek an audience with Zhuge Liang. Perhaps you would like to accompany me? If you don't mind! It will be my first meeting with Zhuge. Oh, really? Zhuge is a tricky person to meet! I've already tried twice, and been turned away both times. Zhuge Liang! I have a wonderful joke for you! Come out and let me tell it to you! Why did the chicken cross the Great Wall? To get to the other side! Zhuge Liang! I know my last joke wasn't very good, but I have a better one! Come out and listen! Knock knock! OK, now you say "Who's there?" ...Nothing? Alright, I'll continue. Kan Yu. "Kan Yu who?" you ask? Kan Yu come out and help me unite China! And to think, this is the great Liu Bei of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. But I will not give up! Without Zhuge Liang, China will never be united. And I won't let the people suffer any longer than they have. Oui! That's the spirit! Is it, though...? Shall we go? I've heard that Zhuge can transform into a dragon. But flying won't do any good, not with my trusty cannon by my side! Boom! Wahaha! That's right! We'll bring the cannon! I leave it to you, my brothers. Let's do this now! It's miximaxing time!
Da da daaa, mm hmmm! Oh... Of course it didn't work...
Hm? Did someone say something? La di daa di doo di doo! Well, that went a bit pear-shaped. Looks like JP has some training up to do before he can take on Liu Bei. It's the same thing that happened to me.* No need to rush. We still have plenty of time. I know... I'll do my best... This is Zhuge Liang's mansion. Wow! It looks just like a painting! Impressive. Arriving here is easy - the hard part is getting the door to open. Hey, Zhuge, open up! Tch! That didn't work. How about we blow the doors in? I think not. Zhuge might not take kindly to us if we were to use uncivilised means. Oh, I hadn't thought someone like Zhuge Liang would take kindly to me anyway. Wait, there's something written here. Arion, look at this. Arion! Take a look at this. There's something written on the door.
What we need is to find a way to open this door. Perhaps if I were to tell a joke... I wonder why Zhuge hates visitors so much. I can't wait to break that stupid door down with our cannon! Tweet twit-tweet! (Ni hao!)
Could be a code of some kind? If we work out what it means, I'll bet we can open that door. It's a clue. If we find the answer, we'll open the door. Simple. That sounds like Zhuge's handiwork. Well, it wouldn't be fun if it was easy. Oh, I've got it! You have? What, already? Ouais! Arion, you know as well, don't you? Let's show them the answer!
A code! Ingenious! Zhuge Liang is even more crafty than I thought! "From pillar to post"? I am completely lost here. I still say the cannon will open the door as well as cracking any code!
Let's not go too far. Sol, are you at Raimon now? Yeah, he's with us now! Isn't it great?! So... Who's this Bailong guy? He's our new teammate! I guess you never met Sol/Bailong in the end, did you? Dodge used to be on our team.
Normal eyes? What a cop out. Eyes are all different. Pardon the interruption... But don't you all have something better to be focusing your energy on? I'm sorry! Soz, Coach. It won't happen again...
"Cross me, don't burn me, I'll take you to coast..." What can you cross or burn, and what takes you from one coast to another? Bridges! Hey, Arion, what's that down there? It looks like a switch! Push it! OK! The gates opened! Oho! You have a good head on your shoulders, kid! Ah...what's your name? JP! JP, I see. A good name! Short, but good! Thank you! I wonder what we'll find in Zhuge's house! Better go in and find out!
Well done! Now let's see what's waiting inside! Beware. I'll wager it's full of traps. You may have opened the gate, but leave the rest to us! We'll catch Zhuge faster than a speeding dragon!
I want to eat something we can't get back home! Yeah...like bird's nest soup! Uh...do you actually eat a nest?! WE HAVE BIRDS NESTS IN OUR GARDEN AT HOME! IF I GET THE RECIPE MAYBE I CAN MAKE SOME?????
Is it OK if I come over some time to play with Spotter? Of course it's OK! I think he'd be really happy to see you! We can't have a dog because we don't have a garden. But I want one so bad! Ya cannit have another animal, like? Like?
He didn't half give us grief! He's got a huge ego, but he's an alright guy. Whoa, let's not get all worked up, guys! I like Dodge. Even though he can be a bit cold... You guys don't have many good things to say about me, do you...
Right! I don't know what kind of tricks Zhuge has left for us, so be on your guard. No! My cannon!!! Another name for this place is Zhuge's Fort. They say few of those who enter emerge alive. What? Are you joking? And you're telling us this now?! Pah, this Zhuge Liang is annoying me already! I'll wager we'll find our "friend" on the top floor, so let's get going!
Why would anyone live in a deathtrap like this?! My precious cannon...! Brother, I fear that without our cannon to capture Zhuge, we may be the ones to be captured.
Like a guppy. They're dinky as anythin'! Uh, what's a guppy? It's a tropical fish! They're tiny, but their tails are exceptionally pretty!
Since Sol/Bailong's joined us, why don't we hold a welcome party for him? We can also celebrate him coming out of hospital! We can fit plenty of people in at Windsor Manor flats! I'm well up for that! Sounds great! Count me in! Really? You'd do all that for me? Don't bother, really.
Uhm... Seems complicated. What are you guys up to these days, anyway? Football, duh. We need to train up so we can be the best ever. So you guys are just playing through the football ban, huh? Ah...whoops...
Next time, you'll all be in serious trouble. I want no further discussion on this topic! ...The goggles happen to be a present from Ms Hills.
I don't think we can go any further. Take a look there. There's an unlit torch. Look at that torch. It's unlit. An unlit torch and a flaming brazier... Hmm. What if we used this ball? I think that might be the key!
Hm... I see you were unsuccessful... Well, if at first you don't succeed, try and try again!
OK! I'm going for it again!
The missing bits of floor appeared! We can advance! What was that trick you did? The ball seemed to move of its own will! We call it football! Does it not remind you of the games of cuju that we used to play in military drills? It does! You would make good soldiers. Wahaha! Er, thanks? Gaha! How's about this?
Oh, yeah! You have guppies at home, don't you, Adé? I'd have to check if we're allowed to have fish. But thanks - I'll ask Mum when I get home!
Yeah! Windsor Manor flats can hold a big group so it'll be fine! You know you want one! You do! I got permission from Aunty Silvia already! Go on. You really love throwing parties don't you, Arion. That was quick! Heh. There's no backing out now, Bailong! Sounds like fun!
Just matches are banned! One day, we'll be able to play again. Then we'll give all yas dafties a right good drubbing! So look out! We can practise in secret inside the football stadium. A drubbing, huh. You got a problem with that?
Twit-twit-twit-tweet! (Huanying! Huanying! Welcome!)
Is that...? Bwahaha, welcome, Raimon Eleven! Welcome to the destruction of football! El Dorado's mind control strikes again! We'd better prepare for a football battle. Liu Bei, you and your brothers should stay out of the way... You shall not pass! We will...eliminate you! Have they been brainwashed too?! This smells like sorcery to me! Hold on, friends, I'll help you! You can't help them! We'll need to win this football battle to free them, so leave this to us! I can't do that. I have to help them. They're my brothers! Alright. Then you'll be our goalie. You can count on me. I hope this works...
We shall not let you pass! We will take your precious football from you.
Have you readied yourselves? Then hurry. Then we will begin!
Waaaagh! Over here! Why...why is Liu Bei running to the front line? Oh no... The goal's wide open! Liu Bei, come back! The goalkeeper stays IN THE GOAL! But why? Increasing the number of players on the field increases our strength as a team! I can't believe this is happening! Oh, phew! Nice tackle! Liu Bei, you can't...you can't play like that...!
Ngh! I'm not going to give up on my brothers in arms! I'm going to free them!
We will play this game as many times as it takes. Are you ready? Then hurry.
Ugh... Where...are...we? Guan Yu! Zhang Fei! You're yourselves again! El Dorado made you turn on us. You were trying to defeat us. No! Liu Bei is our sworn brother! We would never oppose him! Calm down. It's over now. Sorry... M-Mr Liu Bei? I'm sorry, but you were a complete failure as a goalkeeper during that battle! What? Why?! Football is about the team. And in the team, there are certain roles that are very important. The goalkeeper is the most important of all. You have to protect your team's goal. I understand. Protect the goal. Leave it to me. ...The thing is, if we lose even one match to El Dorado, we'll lose football forever. Letting in a single goal could mean disaster. We really, really can't afford to lose.
Football goes against the flow!
Roma, those nests are different. You can't eat those. Bird's nest soup is a Chinese delicacy. OH WHAT
Why does Zhuge's mansion have to be so...vertical?! spotter_tired.ipc Whoops, I dropped the ball! Rollin', rollin', rollin'! Be free, little football! The steepness of this corridor isn't helping... I'll get it!
Well, if it's no bother... You're all really getting into this. Well, why wouldn't we be? It's nice for us to all do something fun together once in a while, yeah? You know what? You're absolutely right. Thanks so much, guys! Hmph, don't suppose I can... You might as well go. Lone wolf Victor Blade is telling me to be social? Hah! Think of it as training to get to know your team better. Training, indeed... Understood. If you're going to treat me, who am I to refuse?
We've still got a month before we have to vacate the stadium. So what you're saying is... It's pretty much curtains for the Raimon Football Club? Nope!
It's another one of those strange puzzles. How are we going to solve this one? No need to worry. It looks like you just need to light the torches, the same as before. Wait, no- BOOM! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH! I guess...that was a miss? Wahaha, it looks that way! You- This is no laughing matter! Hey, don't worry about it. We can just try again, see. You didn't even know if something terrible would happen! The roof might have fallen in! Booby traps! Poisoned arrows! Evil curses!
Hm... I see you were unsuccessful... Well, if at first you don't succeed, try and try again!
OK! I'm going to do my best this time!
Good work! Mr Evans, are you sure it was Liu Bei you were thinking of for this Ultimate Eleven thing? "An iron-wall goalkeeper with the power and toughness to subdue an empire." It seems like he has the potential, but... Zzz... He's not even listening!
Oops, Goldie fell over! Haha, it was pretty funny! Classic tumble. 10/10, would watch again! Heh, she made a noise like a duck when she tripped. Aww, come on, you guys! Don't keep going on about it...
How far did it roll? All the way down to the door. Reet doon! Where else did you expect to find it?
Does anyone else have any pets? Oh, Rick keeps cats. I do. They fight sometimes, but they're usually well-behaved.
Who puts pineapple in a rice ball? Unlucky, Rick. Pineapple is good for the tummy! Maybe so, but this is just...wrong! Do you put bacon in your cereal? Buh, didn't know eating could be such a gamble... You still managed to finish them all, though. Good job! Mine had banana in it! Could be worse. What are you on about? Banana goes great with anything! Plus it's one of my 5-a-day! Rusty, you're so positive!
Football just doesn't add up! Tweetle-tweet!
Let me solve this next puzzle! How about you leave it to us from now on? Wow, JP...
Hm... I see you were unsuccessful... Well, if at first you don't succeed, try and try again!
I'm not going to give up so soon!
Brilliant, I did it! Great! Let's go, Arion! Are you going to let that pipsqueak get away with talking to you like that? I can see where he's coming from. It takes practice to perfect an art.
Thanks, Luke! Let's try to be more careful next time. Sorry! Je regrette...
Food's deffo on the menu, reet? Food, too? There will be food? Bosh! I only ever go to parties for the food!
As if we'd ever stop! That's why we're travelling through time to fix it. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! GOOD ONE, AITOR! What? Oh... What's the matter with Luke?
Might is right! Football is wrong!
Hey, what's this? They look like statues...made from clay? They are the terracotta army. An army made of terracotta? That's a bit too strange for me! There's something unsettling about them... Y-yeah, let's get out of here.
...
Ooh! I would love to meet them sometime! Heh. I bet they'd take one look at him and try to bite him! What?! On second thoughts, I'm not sure I'd like to meet these horrid beasts! I don't think they'd bite you.
Hahaha! Look at JP's face! EEEUUUUUUGGGGHHHH! Mine just had a massive lump of lemon in it! Lemons are good for you, too! In moderation!!!
Nothing!!!!!!!! Oh, yeah. We're not supposed to talk about time jumps. YES! Otnay in rontfay of odgeday! Do you get it yet, Arion? My lips are sealed. Until I say otherwise, first-years aren't allowed to write on InaLink.
The doors are locked! What are we going to do? ...Umm, is it just me, or are those statues closer than they were before? Statues don't move. You're imagining things. S-Sol... Did you...? Nothing...nothing moved! Probably... They can't be... B-Bailong...! They just...! They moved?! ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! This is crazy! It's another trick. They move by hidden mechanisms, that's all. Hm? What does that sign say? "Show me your strength by battling my servants." "If you win, you will be granted your wish. -Zhuge Liang" Zhuge Liang?! We have to fight them if we ever want to meet Zhuge. Right. I'll be your goalkeeper. Wrong! I'll do it! I'm the one who wants to meet with Zhuge. That makes it my responsibility. How will I get a meeting if I don't win this battle myself? Someone, back me up! I'm playing! The goalie has to protect the goal! They're the team's very last defence, which means they need to be absolutely trustworthy! They need to be cautious and level-headed! And you're neither! JP! If caution doesn't lead to action, then it's meaningless. ...What? JP, you know there's no turning Liu Bei away once he's made up his mind. Let it go. It'll be fine. We're not playing El Dorado. But! Listen to Liu Bei! Put me down! I have to protect football! Liu Bei, you'd better protect football, or else...! Hmph. ...I understand where JP's coming from, but it's probably better for him to sit this one out. Yeah...
Wahaha, leave the goalkeeping to me! It is but another step on the path to meet Zhuge Liang. The virtuoso and exquisitely crafted automata... My two favourite things! Zhuge must be a clever man to make these figures move! You are not going to lose to some lumps of clay. Don't even think about it! Well, I won't pretend this isn't creepy. But I'm sure you'll pull victory out of your hat! There's definitely something fishy about all this. Science! Witchcraft! Something!
(tick-tock) START MATCH? (tick-tock) PROCEED AT A MORE RAPID PACE (tick-tock) MATCH STARTING, PLEASE WAIT I'll tell you what, I never thought I'd play footie against a load of statues! This'll be a piece of cake! I can't believe they've put that fou in goal! Raimon are going to lose so badly!
(tick-tock) WE WILL NOT MAKE ALLOWANCES FOR YOU Argh! How can they be so agile?!
They're even using special moves! I'll save it! Your skills are unmatched, brother! I admit, that was a good save... Urgh! Oh no... Did that catch hurt your arms? You are injured! It's nothing! Just a twinge! I decided to do this, so I'm seeing it through to the end! I... I really hope you can.
He's obviously injured, so why is he so set on continuing the match...? Once he's committed to something, he won't stop until it's done. He's always been that way. He has seen too many people suffering. He's seen government officials react too late after droughts, floods and landslides. He knows the disasters delay can bring. That's why he acts so recklessly. He makes his decision, and acts on it before it's too late. That's why he's going to rule China one day. There are plenty of fools out there who smile and claim to be good leaders. But in a pinch, none of them know what to do! No one will stand up and act! He was told he needed someone like Zhuge Liang to unite China, and now he won't stop until Zhuge is on his side. He's our brother in arms, and we will lay down our lives for him if we have to. I didn't know... It's your turn, JP. Who, me? I'm not giving up. Protectors are there to protect, right? There are things I need to protect as well. Then I'll show you how a goalie guards his goal! No, don't boast. Too much boasting will weaken your judgement. The most important thing is never to hesitate in the middle of the action. You can't predict the future, or what direction the ball will come from. That's fine. It's fine to make a snap decision and leave it to chance. I'm not sure that's a viable strategy... You're missing the point. The most important thing isn't being right and sure. All that really matters is time. But-! JP, you want to protect the things that are important to you. You can't let them slip away for want of a single second of time. ...I understand.
You did it. I did! Thank you so much for your advice. (tick-tock) PLEASE PROCEED AS PER THE AGREEMENT We're on our way! Watch out, Zhuge Liang! He's a funny man...but I think his words are sort of...inspiring. No doubt about that!
(tick-tock) I CONTAIN MANY MOVE MANUALS WHICH YOU WILL FIND TO BE OF VALUE (tick-tock) HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN THE BFF CLUB? WE ARE ALL BEST OF CHUMS HERE (tick-tock) I HAVE LOTS OF THINGS THAT YOU WOULD PROBABLY LIKE TO BUY IF YOU SAW THEM (tick-tock)
You tripped up? Hope you didn't hurt yourself! Oh, I'll survive! But thank you for asking! Clumsy girl. Shoosh, you! Try putting yourself in my shoes!
How many have you got? Do you have many cats? What're their names? We've got two, Clef and Libretto. Libretto's still settling in. Nice names. Of course you'd name them with musical names! Cute!
Can someone please remind me which chapters will be on the maths test? Huh? What test is this? I didn't know aboot any test, like! That teacher wipes things from the board way too soon! I can't keep up! Ohh, I know the one. Yeah, taking notes from her stuff's proper tough.
Time...jumps? Ach... We were all playing Magical Hat Trick*, like. It's just part o' the game. Just in this video game you have to travel through time and find all these magicians. That's all! How's Alessandro and the rest of your team? Are they doing OK?
(tick-tock) PSST. HUMAN. FANCY SOME TOP FOOTBALL PLAYERS? WELL, WE'VE GOT THEM BY THE SPADES IN THE PEACHY KEENS
Here's a toast to football... I'll burn it to a crisp! Chirrup chirrup!
What's this? More traps? But we know Zhuge isn't very far away now. We're almost there!
Hm... I see you were unsuccessful... Well, if at first you don't succeed, try and try again!
It'll be fine!
OK, let's get a move on!
So, Kaiser, what's in the test, like? I don't KNOW. That's exactly why I'm asking. Alreet, mate. No need to get all radgy! Rick, when we get back, can I check your workbook, please? No problem.
Aunty Silvia's cooking's the best! She's always happy to cook something up for us! I can't wait! Me neither! Yes. That sounds acceptable.
Mine had baked beans inside! That's strange...so did mine. And mine! Do you have any ordinary ones? Like, ones that don't have weird things inside? Take one and find out!
They're practising in secret too, but they're stressing out. It's really focusing their minds, though. Everyone's in the same boat, then. We'd better get the Ultimate Eleven under our belts ASAP! Er, forget that last entry, Dodge. It's just me spouting rubbish. If you say so.
Football is too mainstream - think of the indie sports!
Oh, this looks hard! Looks like we're getting close. Get it done, Arion.
Hm... I see you were unsuccessful... Well, if at first you don't succeed, try and try again!
I just need one more try!
Take that, torches! We've come a long way. Only one floor to go!
Libretto's not all that friendly, is he? Is the new cat scared of you? Not really. He's just a bit shy right now. We have to get him used to people. Having a cat would be cool, too.
It's from page 175. I'll pretend I didn't see it. Danke! You really should just do your homework, Adé... It's good to be diligent about these things. It'll serve you well later in life.
I can tell you guys are up to something again, but I trust you. You always seem to do the right thing. Never mind that... What about you, Dodge? Up to much? Mostly studying. Ha! If you're spending all your time with your nose in a book, I doubt we'll have to worry about Lunar Sea's front line too much! Kaiser! You're getting pretty big for your boots these days! But we'll come out strong. Just you wait and see.
Football's yesterday's news! Cheep cheep! (Jiayou! Don't give up!)
Looks like we're finally at the top!
Ohhh! C'est formidable! Zhuge Liang! You promised you'd show yourself, so come out! If you don't come out... I'll tell everyone that your mother was a panda and your ancestors suck turtle eggs! Eh? Where did this come from? Zhuge Liang? So...you finally made it.
Y-you're a woman?! I've been looking forward to meeting you. I want to create a new China, one that works for its people. Zhuge Liang, I ask - no, beg! - for your help! Lend me your strength! ... If we don't act, Cao Cao will rule, and he will make the people suffer. And you will lead China to a bright new golden age, is that it? Exactly! And how do you propose to use me in your grand plans? Well, it's...it's not really set in stone yet. I just know I'll need you. Won't you help me fix China, Zhuge? ...Hmph!/Hmm. You know that Cao Cao won't make China any better, if we leave it to him. Liu Bei... I always thought Zhuge Liang was a man. I was always taught Zhuge Liang was a man. Yes, well, history isn't always 100% accurate! ...I'm just worried about miximaxing. How are we going to explain it to them? You don't need to explain. I already understand. Preposterous! Are you some kind of mind reader? ...Or is it written all over my face? ...Ha! All right, Zhuge. Listen to me. I want to create a land where the people can really live, not just run in fear from one horror to the next. I refuse to give up, and I need you. Please help him! Thank you, JP. ... I thought he was crazy too, but now I understand him, and I want you to as well! Yeah! I know he can make China better than ever! I believe in him! We're begging you, Zhuge! ... You're all such good friends to me! Whatever your plans are, they have nothing to do with me. No...! It was a fruitless endeavour from the start. People only act in their own self-interest. Don't say that, Bailong... ...Interesting. Something approaches. What is it...? Zanark! Hey there, Raimonites. Did you miss me? This time I brought some friends along. They're called Zanark's Domain, and I'd love it if we could have a little play date. So that's his proper team...
What kind of sorcery is this?! I guess it's time to play some footie! Well, I suppose there's nothing else for it but for the great Clark von Wunderbar to step up to the plate and take his rightful place as... Liu Bei, could you be our coach? Please help us win this match! Why not? Don't try to run away! I've got the match of a lifetime in store for you!
I'm going to enjoy annihilating you. You don't look like you'll make good opponents. Are you gonna come out to play? Heh heh... This is nothing to do with me. "Zanark's Domain"? How gauche. I wonder if they're under El Dorado's orders... It's unlike any kind of magic I've ever heard of. That man is not to be underestimated. But it's nothing to fear. I'll see you through this, my friends! Twit-twit-tweet? (Ni hao ma? How are you?)
Gahaha, aww, do you want Zhuge Liang to take your side? Well, winner takes all in this game. So play hard. Not that you'll win against me. Let's get this over with! Tch, don't try my patience. Gahaha, let's have some fun! Zanark Avalonic returns! What kind of gnarlatious team has he brought with him today? Stay tuned to find out, sports fans! Today's match takes place on the sky-scraping pitch of Zhuge Liang's garden! Bet you guys are looking forward to this, right? Sol/Bailong, watch yourself. He'll be stronger than ever. I know. He looks it. But he'll never beat us. I know. It doesn't matter. We'll do what we always do. JP! You told me that the goalkeeper is the team's last defence. Be strong! I will! Rewriting the history books one mondo kick at a time, it's Raimon v Zanark's Domain, and it's time for kick-off!
The match is about to begin here in Zhuge Liang's garden - thanks for loaning it, by the way, dudette! Raimon start with the ball.
Let's get them! Let's do this! Try it! Grr! Graaaaarrgh! Ouch! What was Daystar thinking? He hesitated just a bit too long there! Ugh, I'll take that ball right back! Bad luck, Bailong! Looks like he was a bit too eager there. You won't stop me that easily! What was that? Do you want us to teach you how to play? ...You dare! Hey, are you here to play football or chase your own tail? Grr! What's going on with Sol/Bailong? I don't know... Maybe he's worried that he'll put himself back in hospital if he plays rough. He has strength, but he's afraid of it. Who knows? He fears that his power will consume him... And so he chooses to cage it...like an animal. How fascinating.
Ugh! Why can't I do this? What's wrong with me? I'm supposed to be helping the team, and here I am dragging my feet instead! Ugh, I'm better than this! I have to push myself further! What's my problem today...? Don't worry, you'll get it back! It'll be fine! Everyone has bad days. That's what the team's for - to support you! Right. We know you, Sol/Bailong. We know how good you are. There's nothing to worry about. We'll back you up till you're back on your feet! Arion, everyone, thanks... Thanks... Looks like they want to keep hauling around their dead weight. Let's see how well that works out for them. Ugh! What's wrong? Nothing, it's nothing. Let's get on with the match, shall we?
Gahaha, let me show you something! What now? You may have Liu Bei, but I have... Mix 'n' Match Cao Cao! Cao Cao?! Have you...become Cao Cao? Save your surprise. I'm not done! Get a load of my Fighting Spirit! Warrior of the North, Xuan-Wu! Of course! Cao Cao must be a Spirit Summoner, so by miximaxing with him, Zanark has become a Spirit Summoner as well! Gahaha! What'd they call you, again? Mark Evans? You're gonna whip up a crazy storm, I bet.
Ugh! That aura's really powerful... So you couldn't take it, could you?! No need to say anything. I can see it from the look on your face!
We knew Zanark's Domain would be tough to beat, but they're so different to anyone we've faced so far... I can't believe those geezers at El Dorado have been having trouble with a team like this. You small fry aren't even fun to play with! Let's end this! Play...? Does he think this is some kind of game? We're fighting for the future of football! Small fry?! Wrong! These small fry will grow up to be sharks! ... I won't... I won't let it end here!!! Don't underestimate me!!!
Ah! Whoa! Is that...a dragon?! A dragon? Wh-wh-whoa theeeere! Somebody call the surf patrol, cos this dragon is mondo gnarlatious!!! I knew it! Zhuge Liang IS a dragon! I'm not so sure... Look! That's a Fighting Spirit! It's a manifestation of a strong heart! So that's what it is...! Yep! Wow. Zhuge Liang is a Spirit Summoner! Wha...? Hm? Arghhhhhh! Sol! Urghhhhhh! Bailong! Oh!
I feel the power surging through me... Haha, so this is what miximaxing feels like! This power...it's not mine. This must be... Miximax! That was an Enforced Miximax! I didn't even think anyone was capable of that! Zhuge, I must thank you for agreeing to lend us your strength. I wouldn't bother. It wasn't for you. Using him was simply the most efficient way of rekindling my own spark. Well, even so, you did us a favour. Alright! Time to turn this around and seize victory! Yes, Coach! A Miximax with Zhuge Liang? Come on, then. Let's see it in action! Looks like our first half ended with a surprise Miximax from Zhuge Liang! I got the feeling our second half is gonna be, like, a lot more gnarly.
Don't be shy! Show me some of Zhuge Liang's power! Dude, I have never seen anyone dribble like Zanark right now! Are Raimon's defences up to this? Let me take care of this! You have a plan? That I have! Follow my lead! Zhuge, I'm gonna use your power to win this match and save football! Everyone, I need you to do as I tell you. Do you have a plan? What's this? What would you advise? Just trust me! We can't lose! Eyes on me! ...Alright. It's all yours. OK. We'll follow your lead! Zhuge, I will use your power to win this match and save football! I'm going to lead this team to victory. I understand now. When the team wins, I win. And my power increases! Too little, too late! There's no stopping me! Everyone, GO! Everyone, now! That was the Tortoiseshell Pattern! You've heard of it, I see. Again with the tortoises? What on earth is going on here? An enemy who is surrounded will strike out with all of his force. But if you leave him a single way out, you can direct his power away from you. Oh I see, so they directed his pass to where they wanted it? Like herding sheep, I suppose. How provincial. Sol/Bailong, that was parfait! Now I just need to get ready to miximax with Liu Bei!
Bailong/Sol, you did it! Impressive! Thanks to that Miximax, he's operating on a whole new level!
Ugh! They're so strong! Ha, I can't believe a team like you have been giving those geezers at El Dorado so much trouble! Arion, don't even think about giving up! I'm not going to! We'll win this!
Duuude, check that Fighting Spirit! Zanark has not one, but two Fighting Spirits? No fair, man! Let me introduce you to my personal Fighting Spirit - Prince of the Astral Plane, Zodiac! My power will cut you down! I'll blow you away! ...Nggh! Again? But I feel so powerful! What's wrong with me?
Owwwwww! JP! Ha, did you see that? Not bad, huh? Are you OK? That shot was different to anything I've ever had thrown at me before. How am I supposed to stop something like that? Chin up, JP. ... Yeah, cheer up, JP! You can stop anything! No I can't! I can't even miximax, so how am I supposed to save a shot like that? I'm scared, Arion. I'm sorry. The situation is getting out of hand. The wisest course of action now would be to retreat. Retreat?! No! We can't even think of retreat until we do what we set out to do! If you don't want to retreat, then you'd better come up with something better! The problem is that he's so afraid of Zanark's power, he has no will to fight left. Keeping him on is only going to make things worse. Zhuge, I daresay your assessment is right. But I don't like it at all! JP! Stand up! This battle isn't over yet! Are you telling me you're giving up? No!!! But... I can't save these goals! I just can't! Even I can't defeat Cao Cao as just one man. You have friends to support you. With friends like Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, I've been able to save so many of the people of China. They brought me to where I am now. And when there is a cause to fight for, I never let anything get in my way. I would even do the impossible! I need to save people. That's what keeps me going. It's the reason I'm alive. That's so noble... We need to build a strong country for the sake of the people who live in it. And I won't give up on that. You know what I mean, don't you, JP? I know you do. You've come this far. Do you really think you can just walk away now? No, I can't. You're right! If I give up now, I'm giving up on football. I've faced strong players before, and won! If I lost football, I'd...I'd lose myself! I can't turn my back on that! Liu Bei, I won't let you down! That's the spirit! His resolve is true... Liu Bei has roused him with words alone! Liu Bei is right! I can save any goal they shoot at me! I'll protect the goal with my life! Wonderbot, we can get that Miximax sorted now, can't we? I rather think so!
Miximax activate!!! Rarrrrrghhhhh! Waaaahhhhhhhh! Mixed to the max!
I did it! I miximaxed! JP, together we can stop any ball! Now, protect that goal! I will!
You did a fantastic job, JP. All thanks to you! Better fasten your seat belts, kids!
Whooooooa! Raimon have equalised with Zanark's Domain! Like, crazy! Gahaha, well, it's been surprisingly fun! No, really! I'm gonna really enjoy crushing you! No! He can't have anything else up his sleeve! Ugh! It's that feeling again! What's happening? Is there something wrong with him...? ...Ah!
Grrrraaaaaaghhhhhhh!!! Ugh! Ugh! Uaaaaaaaaaaaahhhh! Aaaaahhhh!!! What's happening to him? What is this?! Nooooo!!!
He's losing control! We can't stay here! Run! Unghhhhhhh!Good thing there was an emergency escape route! Zanark's aura seems to have died down. We should be safe for now. Good. Thank you, Zhuge, for leading us to safety. So, I finally got the chance to meet you. ... I'm sorry for knocking at your door so often. But the truth is, I need you and the people of this country need you, if we're ever going to attain peace. Join me, Zhuge Liang! I will join you. Yes, I thought you'd decline but the thing is, I just won't take no for a.../- Wait. You will?! That's what I said. But...really? You're sure? I have one condition. I will not be your subordinate. I will be your compadre. Your equal, Liu Bei. Com...pa...dre? Like, a partner? If we are to share a goal, we should also share our thoughts freely, as equals, recognising that one needs the other, like heaven needs earth. Oi! You can't talk to him like that! Sounds good to me! Brother?! As long as we're all fighting on the same side, what's the harm? Yeah! Just what I was thinking! Tell me, Zhuge, why did you change your mind? You piqued my curiosity. I want to see the people. I want to try to build a better China for them. And without me, you will never win this war. Hey! Your good points and bad points are largely the same. You won't be dissuaded from your course - which means you will get things done. But such a strong will can also get you into trouble. Stubbornness in battle can lead to the most terrible defeats. Hmm...maybe you've got a point. And you are a fascinating man. People are drawn to you. No one could ever replace you. That's your talent. I want to see it for myself. Oh you do, do you? In battle, you need to be able to react to changing circumstances without hesitation. So I thought I would teach you how to change your mind from time to time. You want to change me? I want to make it so that you will never be defeated. Aren't you bold as brass? Alright. Agreed. Come with me, Zhuge Liang! Join me, and be my com...pa... Compadre. Yes! That. Wahaha! Well, they seem to be getting on like a house on fire, even though they've only just met! Sound like anyone you know? We all hit it off from the start too, through our love of football! It was JP and Sol/Bailong who saved the match for us today. Keep it up, guys! Merci, Daystar/Bailong! You're allowed to call me Sol, you know. Je m'excuse! I just thought it felt a bit like a dramatic moment. Likewise... Jolly good, then! It's time for us to be scuttling back to our own time. Everyone, to the TM Bus! Alright!
Gammon, have you finished making that candy floss yet? The queue's right down to the ocean! I guess I could give it a go myself. There's a first time for everything, right? Fantastic. It would turn out rock solid. There's a knack to it. You have to roll the floss around outside of the floss pan! You can do it! I believe! OK, next time I will be SO onto this! Watch this space! Hey, you know we could always try adding "rock solid candy floss" to the menu or something... Here's a better idea: you could actually show up to work and stay there!
BOSH! Zanark's motorbike looks so swish! Yeah, he's annoying alreet, but you cannit fault the bloke for style! Motorbikes are pretty cool, but, ehh...that one's too flashy for me. You pulling my leg? There ain't no such thing as "too flashy", not in my book! It isn't a motorbike, it's a timecraft. Wow! There are so many different kinds!
Someone dropped their house keys on the bus. I'm keeping them safe, so just let me know if they're yours. Oh, they might be mine! Cannit find me own keys either... Bosh! Those must be mine. Gabi! Thanks for finding them! Uhm... Um, I only found one set of keys. I'll just bring them along later.
They were canny good, them. But I reckon yas should take requests next time. We'll listen, but we can't make any promises! I'd probs be OK with plain fish, to be honest. Be careful what you wish for...
Well, bring it on! SPOILERS: We're not going to lose. Buh, you guys! Dodge, come and hang around with us next time you're in the area, OK? ...If I'm feeling generous.
Liu Bei, I have to say thank you. And I should thank you. It was thanks to you and your friends that I secured Zhuge Liang as my...as my ally. Promise me that you'll protect football, JP! Remember to commit to your plans! Don't ever give up! Always keep pushing ahead, further and further! I promise! Sol/Bailong, keep Zanark in mind. He's dangerous. He doesn't know his own strength. But with the help of my powers, you will defeat him. May good fortune go with you. Thank you very much. I'm sure your strength will come in useful to us in the future. Understood. I just hope I'll be able to fully harness your power... Oh! I almost forgot! Autograph! Liu Bei, can I have your autograph? Ah, Zhuge, could you explain this concept to me? (sigh) If I must... Haha, thanks for everything! And it's time for us to go!
Once more unto the present! Time jump!
Ungh... What's happening to me? What is this power? I'm outta control... Does my greatness know no limits? You've finally started to understand what the Hyper-Evolved Children are. And who are you supposed to be?
Playing against StreetPass Challenge teams can give you some real fancy rare items! In general, the harder the team, the better the reward you'll get. There's also something about version exclusive items, whatever that means. Well, maybe it's best if you try out StreetPass for yourself!
You're saying Zhuge Liang was a woman? Yep! I was pretty shocked as well! And Liu Bei was...interesting... But in a very good way! Well done for getting that Miximax, JP. I can feel your new confidence from here! Thanks, Sam! Glad to see you're all raring to go. Now seems like a good time to aim for our next target! Yeah! Our next player is Ryoma Sakamoto! My namesake?!
Ryoma Sakamoto? Who's he when he's at home? Why, he's "a super-skilled midfielder with a heart as wide as the sea who can provide a bridge between attack and defence." Seeing as Sakamoto famously negotiated peace between old enemies and founded the Japanese navy, he sounds like a good bet. Ryoma is the man! You've got to miximax me with him, Mr Evz. We share the same name for a reason! Good point. That's settled then. We're talking the Bakumatsu era of Japan, the civil war between the shogun and emperor in the 1800s. But there's one more player there! Really? Who? ...Not that I'll know who they are... Who else? The genius swordsman, Soji Okita! Wait, did you say Soji Okita?! Our sixth player needs to be "an ultra-fast striker with lightning pace for making daring attacks", which describes Okita to a T. You're dead right it does! He was the best swordsman of his era! Lightning speed and daring was his signature style! Wait, so correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought Okita was on the shogun's side, and Sakamoto fought for the emperor. They were enemies! Not my fault your guy was on the wrong side! Okita protected the streets of the capital city for the shogun. Which is pretty cool. Hmph! The problem, as always, is the artefact. What we need is a hardcore collector who specialises in this landmark period of Japanese history. Actually, on that subject... Have you had the chance to play Samurai Eleven yet? Samurai Eleven? I don't think I've heard of it. Is it any good? It's all the rage right now, and it's definitely your kind of game! You play as this team of footballer samurai during the Bakumatsu era! The story's based on historical fact, but the gameplay is really original. And the developer was none other than Will Glass! Will Glass from the Spyglass Hackers?! No way! That's such a weird coincidence! Then he sounds like a good place to start! He must have done his research! Come on then, spit-spot! Hold your horses! Willy's in Inazuma Hospital right now. Sorry, I mean Will. I keep forgetting he doesn't like to be called Willy any more. Oh no! Is he OK? I certainly hope so. I've been meaning to visit him, actually. I have a get-well present for him. If you're going there, could you take it to him? It would be our pleasure! Ladies and gentlemen, put on your best bedside manners. We're going for a visit!
Will's in the town hospital. Be sure to bring him that get-well present!
Give Will my regards, will you? Will do! I'll be very careful with the present! It's not very heavy, is it? What do you think's inside? GO ON SHAKE IT AND SEE YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO! Arion, don't! It's extremely delicate!
I don't think I've read about any time-travelling motorbikes before. Do they have time-travelling bicycles as well? Not that I know of. I don't believe so. Aww.
Well, once you decide on a pet, then shrinking panther ambidextrous A panther? I don't know if Sam wants a panther... Oh! Sorry! Predictive text! As I was writing that, Spotter jumped up and started licking my face! Spotter just loves you too much!
Goldie, are you ready? Oh, sorry! Wrong one! What? Everything will be revealed when the time comes. Ee, it must be some stonking secret if you can't even tell us! I WONDER WHAT THEYRE UP TO?!?!?!
You should do what I do and keep your keys in your wallet. But didn't you leave your wallet on that bench the other day? If you can't even keep track of your wallet, there's no hope for you... What? I don't remember that happening!
Did you know that there's a sale on right now? If you buy three cupcakes... You get one more for free! BOSH! Noooooooo! WHATS UP BRO Wan-Chang just bought up the whole lot.
Welcome to the Royal Society network! The lads here don't do things by halves. Would you like to meet them?
Hey, I hear you can do Miximax, right? I wouldn't mind having a go on that myself. I wonder whose aura I could get...hmmm... Ah! Arion! That friend of yours, you know, Goldie? Do you think you could introduce me? I'd love to know the recipe she uses to make that gloopy stuff! I wonder if it's edible... Welcome home, Arion. How's your latest trip been?
Take your time. We've got plenty of stuff here.
We're visiting my baby brother in hospital! I'm a big sister now! Isn't that great?! My granddaughter used to be a little madam, but now she's got a little brother, she's grown up all of a sudden. Sports club players get injured a lot, don't they? I played by the rules, but our opponents were really rough and I got injured. Call me crazy if you want, but I think that if you respond in kind you're as bad as them. That's why I'm sticking to playing fair and square! I heard that one of the Samurai Eleven developers is in hospital here. But I don't know his name or what he looks like, so I've not met him... One of our current patients is a real techno-wizard. I'm no good with stuff like that, so I have a soft spot for him. You never know when people like him will come in handy! Nurse, I'm sick! ...LOVEsick! How's that for a chat-up line? Do you think that nurse will fall for it? Or just get angry at me?
Above all else, the best way to stay healthy is to eat a balanced diet. That's what the doctor's been telling me. I didn't eat tomatoes for many years. I didn't like 'em, but I do now. Believe me, when you're older, you'll end up liking things you hate now. Please submit your forms here. If you're just here to visit, you don't need any paperwork. The three most important things for a healthy lifestyle are a good night's sleep, a balanced diet and exercise! Remember - health is wealth! Ugh, is Mum's check-up STILL not finished yet? How long could it take? So sleepy... (huff huff) Couldn't wait for the lift any longer, so I took the stairs. It was a bad idea...
Coo-co-cooo. Co-ro-co-ro! Coo?
Oh, you're here to visit Will? I hope he gets better soon. I refuse to just lie around doing nothing in my sickbed. I want to get up and go out to stretch my legs! You're looking for Mr Glass? He's in the last room at the end there. When I see patients who have recovered, I always think, that's a job well done. Hah, Dad's such a greedy guts! If he doesn't get out of hospital soon, I'll have completed Samurai Eleven without him! I ate too much of this hospital food, and now I've got a stomach condition. So my stay in hospital's been extended. Will's been bedridden for a while now... Hey, you're those kids from Raimon, aren't you?
Urghhhh, ahhhhh... He really does look ill. Do you think he's alright? Er, Mr Glass? We have something for you. Well, actually it's from Celia. Urghhhh...urgh? Is this what I think it is?! The limited cosmic edition figure of Lovely Layne?! Wow, he recovered quickly! He was so busy at work developing his games that they were sold out by the time he got to the shops. Yeah. He was so distraught he barely ate for weeks. And you're saying that's the reason he's in here...? Arion, you're a godsend! You've saved my life and reunited me with my precious Layne! So, what are you lot all here for, anyway? Oh, I see! I can lend you all sorts of nineteenth century Japanese treasures. I've held onto quite a few. For research purposes, of course. Actually, how about this? It's a photo of Ryoma Sakamoto. Wow, so he was a real guy? Is this photo an original? It must be worth tons! Indeed! It was rather a challenge to get hold of. But they don't call us the Spyglass Hackers for nothing! He must be the most energetic sick person I've ever seen! Yeah... At least we got our artefact! Let's go and install it.
Thank you Arion. You're my saviour - and Lovely Layne too! Hehehe! I'm glad Will managed to get better. The Spyglass Hackers will be able to resume their activities once again! Hey, you seriously need to play Samurai Eleven. It's great! I should know, because we made it! I ate too much of this hospital food, and now I've got a stomach condition. So my stay in hospital's been extended. The opposite of that lad over there. Haha! Will certainly made a miracle recovery. I wonder what happened...
So it was a figurine! No wonder it was fragile! CRIPES IM GLAD YOU DIDNT ACTUALLY SHAKE IT THEN HAHAHAHA!!!!! Where did you get it?! You know millions of people on the net would eat their hats for that? ...I'm afraid that's classified.
Need a hand with anything? Will you be needing any assistance? Nope! You just stay there and look pretty. I'll handle this part! Excellent work, Jade! Now, follow my example!
Whose keys were they in the end? Mine! Mine were in me pocket. And mine. I guess I was a bit quick to doubt myself. Haha! Buh, I couldn't even get in my own house... At least you didn't have to climb through a window or something!
Oh he did, did he? You could build a house with all the cupcakes he bought. I only bought 30! ...30?! So, how many were free? Buh...you know I'm not good at maths... Anyway, they're not all for me. I bought them so we could share!
Thanks for giving Will that get-well present from me. Eh? You want to know how I got hold of that limited-edition figurine? That's a secret. Hee hee!
There we go. Artefact installed!
You're canny good at all this drawing malarky, you, pet! It really looks like him! Thank you for making so many of these for us! No problem. I really enjoy making them!
Buy three, get one free... So you actually got 40? Got any choccy ones, like? I want a lemon one!
I can't believe our Tasuke's left. My, don't children grow up fast! But I know he'll come back. He won't be the Tasuke I used ta know, but he'll still be my son. Allus will be.
Let us follow Jeanne d'Arc! She will pave the way for our future! She is the, how can I say, the real McCoy! With God on our side, we will want for nothing, mon ami! Let us go!
We probably won't find Okita and Sakamoto straight away. Although it would be convenient if they could be in the same place... Yeah, it would be the most convenient bloodbath ever. And we both know who'd be walking away from that bloodbath. My bro, Sakamoto. In your dreams, fanboy! If it happened, you'd eat those words so fast you'd choke. Hmph! Were they really sworn enemies? There isn't even the tiniest chance they could be friends? It was an era where the fate of Japan was up in the air, and they were on different sides of the fight. I doubt they could put that aside. My impression is that it was a particularly violent time of history. Opinions clashing like swords, streets running with blood, etc. etc. I'm glad you all know about this, because I have no idea. But it sounds exciting! Let this be a lesson in not falling asleep in class. Tally ho!
To 19th century Japan! Time jump!
Hmm. You've finally started to understand what the Hyper-Evolved Children are. And who are you supposed to be? Someone to guide you. Right, but to where? You'll understand soon enough. For now, keep hunting them. There is untapped power within you yet... Zanark, they're on the move again. Heh, you lost in thought there? That's not like you at all. Excuse me? Uh, nothing! Nothing at all. Heh... I was just remembering something really pointless. So, Raimonites, you think you can outrun me? Let's see how far you get.
Here we are in sunny Kyoto, the capital city of Japan on the cusp of portentous change! OK, we don't have a lot of time, and we have two players to find on the opposing sides of a civil war. We should split up. We'll look for Ryoma Sakamoto! And we'll find Soji Okita! Then let the search begin! Oh, and...please try to be discreet about it/careful. Got it! I can't wait to meet Soji Okita! Before his illness forced him to retire, he was the greatest swordsman ever! And good-looking, too! What do you mean by illness? Well, it's pretty serious actually. Soji Okita eventually died of tuberculosis. He was a genius, but his life was short. Some people say he wasn't actually that great, you know... Say that to my face, Aitor! ...Anyway, I'm sure it'll all work out just dandy/be fine. Er, yeah. Sure.
You like football? Then let me break that spell for you! Excuse me, sir! Sir! I lost my favourite doll... I was terribly mean to her, you see. I think she may have run away while I was asleep! Oh, I do hope she'll come back. If only I'd apologised sooner! I'll be good from now on, sir! I promise! I'll never be mean to anyone ever again! Hello there, chap! Fancy a gander at the Lost in Timers? It's something of a support group for chaps and chapesses of all different eras! The Future Pastaways are a community for poor fellows who've been stranded in time. And they're whiling it away with football! We'd better go after Ryoma Sakamoto then. Hmm, where should we start? How about we go north and see what we can find? Oh, be still my heart! In one of the greatest mansions in the city lives my lady-love. Well, we haven't exactly exchanged words yet, but... Well hello there! You don't seem native to these parts, if you don't mind my saying. What far-flung lands do you hail from? This is the site of an ancient shrine, you know. It has been on this spot for simply ages! Since long before yours truly was born. And now there's nothing left but the old gates. Doorways to nowhere - it's all quite profound, you know! Are you looking for the mansion district? Up those stairs, my good man! But watch it! In my experience, loitering around big houses only results in a good drubbing!
Edo period Kyoto... I guess it'll be kimonos again? I feel like we're in some kind of period drama. Err...didn't we already wear this stuff in Nobunaga's time, 300 years ago? Maybe they're "one size fits all", but for different time periods? Exactly, stop fussing over petty details!
I've always wanted a Shinsengumi robe, though... I'll fight them for a coat, Ms Hills! Jade! No fighting!
Wonderbot, you probably shouldn't butt in. Well, excuse me! Really, Wonderbot, it'll be fine! Just relax!
This one works great as a victory InaPic! sol_happy.ipc It's Sol! Ah! It's me! It's a funny feeling, seeing myself as a caricature. Oh, is that Sol? It was a request from a friend. Since I went to the trouble of drawing it, I thought I might as well post it...
Oh? Ah, you have a banana one! In shape as well as flavour! Wait, what? Oh...sorry. It appears it was just an ordinary banana. There's one shaped like a V! I'll save it for you, Virtuoso! Thank you, Rosie. That's very sweet of you. Literally!
Oh, sir, don't go into the fields! Not lest you want a good telling off from the farmers. And no, I certainly do not speak from experience!
This looks like a main road. If we follow it, we're bound to end up in the city at some point. And in the city we're bound to find some clue about Sakamoto's whereabouts! Booyah! Sakamoto, no! ...Huh?
Wha?! Waaaaaah! Sakamoto! You OK?! Wah! Hahahahaha! You'll have to try harder than that to hurt Ryoma Sakamoto! Huh? Ryoma's...this guy? What??? Huh?
This...is Ryoma Sakamoto? It can't be... He doesn't look anything like the photo. I didn't hurt anyone, did I? N-no, we're all fine! You can't escape us, Sakamoto! Are you prepared to die, you ruffian? Bwahaha! I'm always prepared, but what do you think you're going to do with a pair of sewing needles like those? You'll need a sharper sword than that to get through this belly! It was a rhetorical question! Ha! Oof! Did he just bounce them off his stomach? Pure skill! Bwahaha, that'll teach you to mess with me! You hooligan! Hmph! Swords are so passé. And who are you? Mind your own business! Waaahh! Ugh! How many agents does El Dorado even have?! Let's finish this with a football battle! Balls? Feet? What have these to do with battles? Talk sense, man! I have no idea what's going on, but I'm excited!
Grr, I'm not going to lose here! Football has to survive!
In the Dawn Chorus you'll find some, shall we say, extreme personalities, but I can vouch that each and every one of them is a good egg! Should you find yourself handling a bad egg, you must not be afraid to be yellow and runny. I think that's what my parents said...? I'd be happier if I knew who they were... This is quite exciting, isn't it?!
By the way, Wonderbot... What can I help you with? Isn't there a law against textin' while you're gannin' through time? What if we miss our stop, like? Oh, you're right! I need to keep my eyes on the timeline!
Heh heh, are you prepared? Ugh, don't keep me waiting too long. En garde!
Phew, it seems we managed to chase them off. That was...baffling. Looks like we won, though! Hey, you! What was all that kicking about? That was football! Football? I see. Football. It looks fun! Is it a foreign sport? From Amerika or Ingles perhaps? America I understand, but...Ingles? He means the UK, Arion. It doesn't really matter! I enjoyed watching it, wherever it's from. Bwahaha! Er, happy to be of service? Are you the real Ryoma Sakamoto? I was last time I checked. But... He's...a different shape... It looks nothing like him! He speaks the truth. This is the man who negotiated peace between the provinces that had been enemies for centuries. What, him? Oh no, is that the time? I have to be at the merchant's shop. Nice meeting you - bye! Hey, where are you going? Wait! We'll go with you!
And it's no, nay, never! (clap clap clap clap) No, nay, never, no moooooore! Will I...* Oh, dash it all, how does the rest go? I was down at the old music hall, donchaknow, and some fellow sang this wonderful little ditty before the main act. I'll be dashed if I can remember the infernal words, though! Maybe if I sing it without thinking, I'll fool myself into remembering! And it's nooo, naaay, neverrr! (clap clap clap clap) I must say, the rice harvest this year has been smashing! It's all rather hard work, but the rewards are scrumptious! Oh golly, you found me! Caught red-handed! I didn't think anyone would come here. Actually I'm learning to be a geisha! My name is Mamesuzu, and it's a jolly pleasure to meet you. I was practising my dainty walk. see. Coo-coo coo. Well, my good fellow, if you continue north on this path, you'll find the city. If you go down the hill, there'll be a shrine waiting for you. But if you wanted to see the shrine, you'll be disappointed. There's only a few ruins and gates left of it, I'm afraid.
We'll pummel football so hard, it'll be halfway to China! I wouldn't say I have a particularly sweet tooth. Yet here I am, once again, by the sweet shop. I've no predilection for sweets, and yet they are such a feast for the eyes! But I can hardly say "Oh, don't mind me, I'm only here to look," can I? It's a bally conundrum is what it is! Maybe I ought to learn how to make sweets with similar panache. Then I could simply give them away! A jolly big welcome to you! The city in autumn is a splendiferous place to be, what! Did you know, they say around here that once a cat gets positively ancient, it might turn into a monster. Gosh, I hope this old dear doesn't! Murrrrrr... (That woman talks nothing but nonsense!) If it's exotica you're after, you want to see that merchant fellow over there. He gets in the finest Dutch fare! Why, only the other day I bought cake called "castella" from him, from somewhere called Portugal. Very unusual, but not displeasing! I once saw one of these foreign sailors reading a book, and I could not believe my eyes! How do they read those funny squiggles? Actually, I can read a bit. I made some of the monks teach me, haw haw.
Greetings, my good man! Has my parcel arrived yet? Indeed it has, Sakamoto. You know, I'm starting to think all these exotic packages of yours are what's keeping us in business! Here it is. Fresh from the Netherlands. It's labelled..."coffee"? Yes, that's the one! Mm, it's very fragrant! (gulp gulp) ...Ooh, it's bitter! And it tastes funny! It's just coffee, isn't it? They didn't have much coffee in nineteenth century Japan, Arion. You certainly finished that off quickly. To think, the Dutch drink that bitter black water all the time! It's definitely an acquired taste. But once acquired, I bet this stuff will go down easily! He seems a funny bloke... It makes sense that he's interested in new things. He was famous for his interest in other cultures. And this guy's going to lead Japan to a bright new future? (grumble grumble) It seems that my stomach is feeling left out! I should feed it. Oh! What are all of you doing here? Seeing as you're here now, why don't you join me for a meal! The more, the merrier! I know a little riverside place we can go to. And as a sign of my friendship, I'll treat you! I'll be honest - this is really not what I was expecting from this trip.
Hello, hello. I have the finest move manuals, from near and far! What do you want, sweetlings? No - don't tell me. I already know, and I have a hundred in stock. Have a look! Peruse my wares and you'll find exactly what you were looking for. I love coming in here to see all of the rare things from overseas. I'd spend all of my pocket money on it if I could! I wonder what kind of country "Overseas" is?
If you ever desire a chat over a cup of something hot, Frothy Coffee FC is the place to be! We're all such aromatic friends! Japan is a proud nation, what what! We aren't going to let other countries push us around! Though all politics aside, I am quite partial to their exotic "coffee" and "cakes".
This place looks posh! Well don't stand there gawping! Come on in!
Om nom nom... Eat up, eat up! It's a token of my gratitude. It's like a party in my mouth! What are you waiting for? Tuck in! I've never met anyone your age who didn't like their food. What an appetite! I already feel full... So, does Mr Sakamoto often have run-ins with the Shinsengumi like that? Let's just say they have...differences of opinion. You know what their problem is? They're narrow-minded. There's a whole world outside! You might disagree, but isn't trying to kill each other a bit much? Aren't you scared? The only thing that scares me about death is that I wouldn't be able to change the world! But...(nom)...we all have our allotted lifetimes and destinies. Nothing scary there. (om)...If I was to bow out of my role...(nom nom)...who would fill it after me? (om nom) What's your destiny? Mine? To open up Japan (om nom) to the outside world, of course! Japan is a mere fraction of the world, and yet we've been closed off for over 200 years! Opening ourselves up only makes us bigger as a nation. Isn't that a worthy cause? Yeah! Alright, you convinced me. I had my doubts, but you really are the bloke we've been looking for! You were looking for me? Why? Because we need to borrow your strength! You need to...what? You're telling me you're from the future. It's the truth. Please believe us! And you need my help to protect the game you call football. Right. I have no clue what this will involve or what exactly this is all about, but it sounds like an experience to me. I'll do it! Are you sure? Thanks so much! That's the Ryoma Sakamoto I know and love! You're the best namesake ever! I only ask for one thing in return. Teach me how to play football! Er, OK? Why do you look so surprised? I want to learn more about foreign cultures!
And you say the suspects kicked a ball around? Yes, sir! They hindered our efforts to retrieve Ryoma Sakamoto. And then you came running back here with your tails between your legs? Without even putting up a fight? Have you forgotten our code? The Shinsengumi live by the code of the samurai! We-we're sorry! Please, Commander Kondo, have pity! Pull yourselves together! Y-yes, sir! It seems that Sakamoto is in contact with Tosa Province. They must be planning something. All these radicals in one place... I don't like it! There's no other explanation for it. These ruffians are always scheming. Enough! Double the patrols. We will find Sakamoto, and get rid of him. Yes, sir! Commander, if I may... What should we do about Okita? Hmm...
Oh, you don't want to get involved with the Shinsengumi! They're as unpredictable as wild animals! And they've been particularly vicious of late. It's better to stay well away! Don't worry, we'll watch ourselves! Thanks so much! So far we've heard they're like wild animals and that children are too afraid to cry in front of them. Do we really want to meet them? Of course they're scary! They're keeping the peace in a capital city during a civil war! Gotta crack down on crime! But all the arrests in the world won't stop the future creeping up on you. But you can't stop times changing. They may have been hardliners, but they were honourable and they never gave up on their ideals. Like us and football... One thing's for sure - they've got a strong idea of justice. Different to ours, maybe, but it's still justice. I can see what they're getting at, to be sure. That's an interesting way of putting it. Anyway, would we know Soji Okita even if he came walking right up to us? I've no idea what he looks like. Easy! We're looking for a good-looking man. Yeah, but...I think we need more to go on than that. I refuse to believe in a Soji Okita who isn't attractive, and that's that. Right, let's start looking for the Shinsengumi headquarters!
I'm not sure I hold with this whole Shinsengumi patrolling the streets thing. They aren't exactly samurai, you know. They're ronin! Masterless samurai policing the city? I dread to think what their parents would say! Are you asking about the Shinsengumi? My advice to you is to stop asking questions, if you value your lives! Pretend they don't exist! They're jolly dangerous fellows! And you boys are still children - be careful, what! I don't suppose you dear sweet darlings can help me, can you? I appear to have lost my geisha apprentice, Mamesuzu... You haven't seen her? Gosh, I do worry about her. She's a bit flighty... Are the Shin-sen-gumi bad people? My pater said they were scary, but then he said not to worry. I'm jolly confused!
If you find out anything or whatevs, write it here, OK? And if it's about Soji Okita, I want to know every last detail!
In one shop they had these extra scrummy rice cakes! Forget snacks! What about Soji Okita?! But...they smell so good... Perhaps we can get some back at home. But I want to try THESE ones! virtuoso_despair.ipc
Ah! I recognise that uniform! It's them! It's the real live Shinsengumi, in the flesh! I have a witness to Ryoma Sakamoto's whereabouts! Then let's stop dithering around here and get back to headquarters to tell the commander! Headquarters? Let's follow them back!
I've heard tell of a young man people call a legendary swordsman lodging in the city. They say he moves faster than the eye can see, and he'll cut you in two before you've even noticed! Bally worrying if you ask me! Rather nifty though! I wish I could do that! Swish, bam! Like a hero in a fairy tale! Yes that swordsman certainly cuts a dash... Actually, perhaps I could write a story about him. I should do a bit more recon, what what!
I'll bet that you've never heard of the glowing Buddha statue, have you? I first heard the legend when I was a boy, and since then I've been searching the cities for a Buddha statue that gives off light. Or wait, was it a statue of the enlightened Buddha instead? I always get that mixed up... A friend in the Can-Do Kendoka is for life, and you'll have a stout warrior on your side to boot! I can introduce you, if you'd like. Woof woof! Woof woof! (Intruders! Intruders!)
Here we are! The Shinsengumi headquarters. It looks quite normal to me. I was expecting something fancier. OK, so now what? Do we sneak in? Hmm... That seems kind of risky. Better to take a look around first.
Commander! Sakamoto has been seen in a restaurant by the riverside! Men! Let's go! So this is the Shinsengumi's hangout? Kinda grim, don't you think? Have you never heard of colour? Who is this?! What is the meaning of- Arghhhhh! C-Commander! What have you done?! Gahaha! Arghhhhhhh, what's happening?! I'm Isami Kondo, the Commander of the Shinsengumi. You are my subordinates. You got that? Yes, sir... Gahaha, I knew you'd say that.
No time to waste...
...Ugh! (cough cough) No... I can't give up now... Not while Ryoma Sakamoto is still standing... I have to finish him! Ugh... (cough cough) Oh look, I missed one! Who are you? Me? I'm Commander Kondo. Don't you recognise me? Is this a game? What have you done with the Commander? What did you just try to do to me? Are you a sorcerer? Well, that was unexpected. You're a tough one. What's your name? Soji Okita, Captain of the First Unit of the Shinsengumi! Okita? Gahaha! That explains a lot. Oh, this is gonna be fun. What do you- (cough cough) ...You're not gonna get far in that state. Grr! How do you feel? My chest... The pain is gone. And I feel...healthy. That's what you wanted, right? ...What are you talking about? If you do what I say, I'll show you strength beyond your wildest dreams. Strength... What do you say? What would you have me do? I want you to face Ryoma Sakamoto in battle. What...?
No one's come out at all, let alone Soji Okita. We can't just wait around here forever. I told you, Okita's ill at this point in history. He's probably not going to spend his time running around outside. Ugh, then we have no choice, do we? We're going to have to look for him inside. Captain Okita, wait! Or not. He really IS good-looking! Didn't I tell you? In your face, Aitor! Please, Captain, you really shouldn't be out here... I'll be the judge of that. Now, what's going on? Why is everyone in such a hurry? Ryoma Sakamoto was spotted at a riverside restaurant in the city. What?! Then I'm heading there this instant! Don't let him get away! He's pretty fast for someone who's supposed to be ill.
Roww... (Don't push yourself too hard...)
I just saw Soji Okita of the Shinsengumi go tearing past. Someone's in trouble... But I'd think twice about sticking my nose in if I were you! I know that look! Are you looking for the man who ran past? He went that way. He ran so fast - I wonder where he's going?
Guys! We found them! We found the Shinsengumi! Oi! Is someone gonna reply to me or what? Okita's a hottie, guys! My historical novels didn't lie!
Oh, are you new in town? You should try yatsuhashi! What's yatsuhashi? Are you from the moon? It's a crunchy cinnamon biscuit! Kyoto's famous for them. If you follow this path south you'll come to the wealthy district. But should you do anything untoward, the Shinsengumi will catch you! And recently they've been more excitable than ever! They've been jolly well patrolling at all hours of the day and night.
So this is where Sakamoto was seen...
I may have lived in Kyoto all my life, but I still love the scenery! The swaying bridge, flowing water, red leaves and beautiful people... It's a good feeling. It makes me want to write poetry, what! The words just come to me. And I could send my poems to my sweetheart when they're done! That's bally well settled, then. Now, what rhymes with "undulating"? Let me tell you, chaps and chapesses, there is no better way to say "I love you" than to write a sixteen stanza poem about it.
Did I miss him? He can't have gone far. I'll hunt him down! This doesn't look good. We should follow. They might end up meeting each other. We could kill two birds with one stone, easy-peasy! More like they'd kill each other. They're deadly enemies, remember? Which means we need to hurry up.
Get ready! Ho! Good kick! You're a natural! Ha! Got it! You're really getting the hang of this! Haha, do you think? I'm more nimble than I look! Roma seems to be enjoying himself. Roma and Ryoma both! Thank you for letting me play! Is football very popular in your time? Yeah! It's probably the most popular sport in the world! There are world tournaments and everything. World tournaments? All the people of the world, brought together? That's exactly what I'm trying to do! Now might be a good time to pop the question, as it were... Ryoma, we'd like to try a Miximax! A mikishima? Go ahead! This means a huge amount to us. Really.
Miximax activate!!! Wa-aa-aa-aa-aa-aa-aahhhhh! Hurghhhh! Arghhh...
Why didn't it work this time? Roma isn't up to it yet. Aren't I...? Not yet. If you try to pour a lot of water into a small bowl, the water just spills over the top, wasted. So...Roma's a bowl? Ugh... I bet it's because my heart isn't as wide as the sea, isn't it? I'm definitely sure your heart is wide enough, Roma. Not that we know how wide it's meant to be, but yes. I'm sure it's fine. Ugh... Then what's the problem? Rarghhhhhhhhh!
Ryoma Sakamoto! Uh oh! Haha! Hup! Yee! Ha! Huh! Whoa! May I? What? Phew... Yikes!
Victor! Just in the nick of time. What just happened?! I'm Soji Okita, the Captain of the First Unit of the Shinsengumi. Prepare to die! That's Soji Okita? Look, I'm sure that if we just sat down and talked about this over a cup of my new coffee... No! I've come to- That ain't the deal, Mr Okita. I gave you back your health so you could defeat him in a football battle, not gut him like a fish. Zanark! Again! You gave him back his health? Well, that explains a lot... What are you wearing that uniform for? Looks good on me, right? Truth is, I thought I'd commandeer the Commander here for fun. Say hello to Isami Kondo! W-what?! Zanark, I have one question for you. What exactly happened during the match with Liu Bei and the others? I knew you'd say that. I bet it's eating you up inside, isn't it? Too bad it's none of your business. Hm. So who's up for a football battle? Let's get this party started. If we win, you hand over Sakamoto. They'll hand me over? What makes you think I'm not playing too? Yeah! Double the Ryomas, double the football! So we have to play a football battle against Soji Okita? This isn't going to end well... I don't suppose we could miximax with him? I rather doubt we could, given the circumstances.
Hey! Wow, he's fast! This is the first time I've ever kicked a ball, and yet it feels almost natural. I suppose this is Zanark's power at work... Hey, Okita, you're not bad at this! Don't think you can flatter your way out of your execution!
You aren't going to give up here! Get back there and try again!
I won't give up so easily! If you want to make a meal of it, be my guest.
What with mad ronin on one side and the Shinsengumi ronin on the other, I quite feel like I'm between a rock and a hard place! The Shin-sen-gumi aren't bad people, are they? They set the rascals right! Maybe I'll join them when I'm older!
I am sick to the back teeth of football. Aren't you?! My favourite restaurants are the ones which employ shamisen players. I'm in charge of supervising the new girls at dancing, a thankless task! They could do with picking their feet up a bit, to be honest.
One day I want to become a geisha, so every day I practise my singing and dancing with my mother. She's awfully strict! She scolds me if so much as a fingertip is out of place, but very rarely, she praises me too. It's a never-ending job, geisha training! One day I'll be able to perform at parties! Hold your horses! If you want to see me dance, you'll have to order food as well. I don't work for free! Oh, do excuse me! We're in the middle of cleaning up after a party. Perhaps you could come back later?
The only thing a football's good for is feeling the edge of my blade! Young chaps, have you ever been to Edo? I hear it's full of towers that touch the sky, and castles made of glass, that sort of thing. The cheek of it! Kyoto is the capital of Japan. How is it that Edo gets to have such fanciful architecture?! Though to be honest with you, I wouldn't mind taking a trip down that way, one of these days. Hmm, yes. I shall make a little jaunt to Edo, what what. Golly, don't stare at me like that! I get rather embarrassed! Have you never seen a geisha before? I know that the foreigners come over on their jolly great boats, but do they really prefer guns to swords? Don't you worry, children! We'll keep these streets safe! Just beyond here is Nijo Castle. I vouch you'll never see any autumn leaves quite as splendid as the ones on the trees there! Of course, it's not just the leaves you have to watch out for, what. The shogun lives there, so you'd better be bally careful! If I got a sword, I'd use it to keep no-gooders and miscreants away! Swishhh! Whack! There are so many dashing men in the Shinsengumi! I always watch when they go past.
Are you ready? My time is too precious to be wasted by the likes of you. Hurry. I am Soji Okita, Captain of the First Unit of the Shinsengumi! Come at me!
You aren't the first stubborn people I've met. This time you will yield.* My time is too precious to be wasted by the likes of you. Hurry. I am Soji Okita, Captain of the First Unit of the Shinsengumi! Come at me!
Ugh... (cough cough) What's wrong? A little football too much for you? You...you were testing me? Something like that. I can't say I was disappointed. Hey, is football just a game to you?! Ha, see ya! If he's really taken over the Shinsengumi, we're all in trouble. Ngh! I hate to be rude, but I have to go. I have things to do. Thanks for the football! Did he really just leave? Ungh! (cough cough) Okita! Are you OK...? ...I'm fine. I'm fine. Thank you. I can't believe you played football in that state! Zanark's power let him exceed his limits, and now he's feeling the consequences. Grr, that's just not on... Hm. Why would you push yourself so hard? ... ... ...I don't have long left. ... If Sakamoto is allowed to continue unchecked, he'll tear down the government. The Shinsengumi were created to preserve the government and protect the shogun's rule. And to do that, Sakamoto must be stopped! You... You remind me of someone...
Ryoma Sakamoto! That's me. Do you really think we'd let you into Nijo Castle, the seat of the shogun himself? You rebel dog! Of course you won't! I only ask you to tell Shogun Yoshinobu one thing...
I wonder where Ryoma went... Hm, I was sure he was with you. I told him not to go out wandering on his own... Our biggest problem right now is Zanark. We have to beat him and the only way to do that is with the help of Ryoma and Okita. But the Miximax with Ryoma failed, and Okita won't work with us. He might not even agree to it. I've never seen anyone that stubborn... Mmm. Are you alright, Victor? ...Yeah, it's nothing. Hey, Nakaoka! There you are, Ryoma! And there you are, football friends! Feast your eyes on this - a letter from the shogun! Shogun Yoshinobu has agreed to meet with me! Hahaha! I've been invited to have a direct audience with him in Nijo Castle itself! You... You'd better not be telling me that you walked right up to the castle of the shogun! It's not as though I got to meet the man himself! They'd have cut me in two before I got up the steps. You worry too much, Nakaoka. Yes, I do worry. They aren't stupid, Ryoma. You're their enemy. Don't do their job for them by putting yourself in needless danger. But the Shinsengumi have been taken over and the shogun needs to know. Who knows what they might do? Japan deserves better! We could stand tall on the world stage if we dared! And I do dare! It's too dangerous! You'd have to have a death wish to meet with the shogun. He'd crush your dreams with one wave of his hand. It doesn't matter. I'm going. It's my only chance to make him see reason! No one else can do this. You'll see, I can find my courage when push comes to shove! We know you can! And you're not going alone! Too right! With us behind you, you won't need to worry about a thing! That means a lot, thank you! But I don't want you to put yourselves in danger because of me. If the worst comes to the worst, save your own skins!
Nijo Castle is at the end of the road leading west out of the city. Promise me, if things get too dangerous in there, run away and don't look back. Chances to speak to the shogun himself don't just come along every day! I know how dangerous this is. The thing is, it doesn't matter. I have to do this! Our rice is famous throughout the city, you know. We put our hearts and souls - and backs - into growing it! Oh, hello there! Are you out for a stroll? Don't mind me, I'm just practising my dancing. I want to be able to keep up with the older geisha apprentices! I even have a rival, you know - Suzuchiyo. I simply must beat her!
Sorry! We've been pretty busy... No worries! We've all got a lot on our plate right now.
We got to go to a restaurant with Ryoma Sakamoto! Lucky devils! A MAN AFTER MY OWN HEART!!!!!!
The red leaves on the water were so pretty! It was like something out of a painting! Row, row, row your boat... jp_sleepy.ipc Wait, you went on a boat? Aww... I wanted a go. Huh? I completely missed this! Sounds like fun. Wish I'd been there! They don't have a care in the world, do they?
Everyone! Once we're back in our time, the party's getting started! Hourra! Alreet! Can't wait! Hee hee! I look forward to seeing all your reactions! I wonder what they're up to...
Are there any cupcakes left? There's one that's half croissant! It's called a "croupcake"! Oh! That's the one people were queuing down the road for? Hmm... Nah, I'll pass. I thought you liked croissants! Croissants, yes. Mutant hybrids...not so much.
The geisha do throng around the wealthy district, but none of them are as pretty as my lady-love! The autumn leaves are exquisite this year, and the wind is so soft... Are you here for the sightseeing? I simply adore the colour of the red shrine gates! It's called vermilion, and it happens to be my favourite colour in the entire world!
I came to see if I could find Mamesuzu, but she doesn't seem to be in the vicinity at all! Goodness, where is she?! She's particularly popular among the other geisha, but she isn't fully trained yet, so I worry about her being on her own. The Shinsengumi are always prowling around their headquarters if you're looking for them. But you ought not get too near - they can be rather tetchy. I tried once and they chased me all the way back here!
Rowwr, [Rowf]! (It's the Commander! But not! Grrr...!) Awoo... (But I didn't see any intruders...)
Do you know what the name "Shinsengumi" means? Well, by gosh, I do! "Newly-selected corps". That's what it means. Not very catchy, is it? Maybe all the good names were taken.
If you follow this path south you'll come to the wealthy district. But should you do anything untoward, the Shinsengumi will catch you!
Apprentice geisha are called maiko. And I am most certainly not a maiko. I'm a fully-fledged geisha, and don't you forget it! My restaurant is famous for miles around because of its fabulous cooking! People come from all over the country to try it. It's all very flattering, but golly gosh, I am rushed off my feet!
Gosh, it certainly is scary when you see the Shinsengumi chasing people down the street, waving their swords like they have no manners! It seems as if ronin and the Shinsengumi cross swords every day. Jolly scary, but at least they're not after me, haw haw! I wish I could be like Commander Kondo of the Shinsengumi! When I'm older, maybe I'll join! There are so many dashing men in the Shinsengumi! I always watch when they go past. But sometimes I see them running around in quite a state. I wonder what they're doing?
Wow, so this is the shogun's castle? Is the shogun inside? It's very impressive. Let's pay him a visit.
Don't you love the red of autumn leaves? I am simply agog over them. Especially when the wind blows them down to dance on the river... It makes the water look red, and when one of the merchants saw it, he shouted "The river's running with blood!" Oh, how we laughed! If you look carefully, it's really rather obvious that it's just leaves floating on the surface. I'm finally going to meet the shogun! I won't waste this chance! I'll make him see sense, you'll see! This is exceedingly strange, even if they are planning to just lop off his head the moment he steps through the door...
Guys, this isn't the time for messing around. My thoughts exactly. It wasn't all fun and games! We got a lot of information from the boatman! Yeah, don't judge us!
That's the shogun? I am honoured that you would grant me this audience! Don't stand on ceremony. Tell me what you wanted me to know, and make it brief. Yes, sir. To cut a long story short, I wish to open up Japan to the rest of the world. Meaning...? Meaning, I wish to restore the rule of the emperor! The emperor? But isn't he...? The shogun ruled in the name of the emperor during this period. Ryoma wants to cut out the middle man. Keeping the country closed to the outside isn't working. We can't sustain it. To create a truly great society - an equal society - we need to learn from the rest of the world. We can't sit here and wait to be attacked. If we show them what we've got, we'll be respected instead of invaded. An equal society? Samurai becoming farmers? Farmers becoming samurai? A country bumpkin like you would suggest that. Country bumpkin? Grr... Commander Kondo, come here. Okita! ... As the Commander of the Shinsengumi, what do you think of Sakamoto's proposals? Looks like we're too late to stop him from brainwashing the shogun... So this whole thing was a trap. Well? What do you think? Gahaha, I think I've got a good idea.
So this is my idea. We play a football match to determine whether to open or close Japan. How's that? Grr! Them against me and my Shinsengumi. And you will win? Gahaha, you always were a kidder, Yoshinobu. ...Very well. The fate of Japan shall be decided by this battle. Really? You'll really consider it? If you win. Thank you, [your eminence]! Okita, I hear you're the most skilled swordsman the Shinsengumi has to offer. I charge you with Sakamoto's capture. Such service would surely raise the value of the Shinsengumi in my eyes. Sir! My purpose is to protect the government, even at the cost of my life. Such loyalty...
Don't play football! Think of the children! I won't lose to you. I must not lose...! All I need to do is win this match, and then I can change Japan! You'll back me up, right? The mere idea of restoring Imperial rule is absurd, when you think about it. Your opponents are Commander Kondo and Soji Okita? I wouldn't want to be you for all the coffee in Europe! I will keep my promise, never fear. Providing that you win, of course. Our only chance is for both of these Miximaxes to go well. No pressure! We absolutely cannot lose this match, do you understand? Prepare as you have never prepared before! The future of Japan rests on this match. This is almost too absurd for me to believe...
Ready for a nice, friendly match? No, no, take your time. It heightens the suspense. I like it! Let's get this started! I can see the emperor back in his rightful place already! We can't lose this one. You heard him, everyone! Play the best football you've ever played! Quite! And now, as your humble coach, I- Nakaoka, how would you like to be our coach? Eh, alright. Let's give it a go. B-but...? Okita, I've made you stronger than ever. Now do me a favour, and behave yourself on the pitch. OK? You can rely on me to defend the government. I'll have Sakamoto... Even if it kills me, I'll take him down first. I knew you'd say that. Zanark's playing his games again. I hope Okita's going to be OK... He's so stubborn... Like my brother. He reminds you of Vladimir? Whoa, hold on to your surfboards! Time to start the match that will launch a thousand black ships - or not! And watch your language - in the VIP box is none other than the 15th Tokugawa Shogun himself!
Everything's looking mondo autumnal here in the gardens of Nijo Castle. Perfect place for a football wipeout!
This is it, Sakamoto! You'll never touch the shogun while I'm still around! (cough cough cough) H-hey, are you OK? Why are you so obsessed with the government anyway? Because defending the government is defending Japan! They're one and the same! He'll never quit. Defending the government is everything to him... ...Okita, if you're going to risk your life in this fight, I won't hesitate to oppose you with all of my strength! Gahaha! Them's fighting words!
(cough cough) Okita, you're done. Go to the bench. Wait! No! I can still- (cough cough) Okita! Are you alright?! There's nothing more I can do... Not like this... Nyet, you have it wrong. The government isn't Japan. Defending one doesn't mean you're defending the other. Defending Japan would be convincing the shogun to open the country and think about the future. What do you know about the future? I know a lot of things! You probably won't believe me, but I've seen Japan in the future. I know what happens. What are you talking about? That's impossible! Okita, he's telling the truth! You must understand it. Japan is stagnating under the shogunate. Preserving it is only delaying the inevitable. I know you understand it, but you still turn a blind eye and uphold the shogun. Killing me won't change anything. And dithering here shut away from the world definitely won't change anything. What...? We... Are you saying we were wrong? But we can't be... Even if you are wrong, can't you do the right thing now that you know? People make mistakes! It's how they react that's important. What difference does it make to me now? I can't do anything about it! So, what? You're just going to give up?! I know how you feel. But I know someone who never gave up, even when there was no hope. I respect him more than anyone else in the world. But I'm a member of the Shinsengumi. My job is to defend the shogunate... Okita, please lend me your strength. With your help, I'll be able to defend something that's really important to me. You mean... Okita, I pledged to serve Japan. To protect the future of the country. Japan is irreplaceable to me. It's the most important thing in the world, and so I must defend it when called. Your life is not dedicated to me, but to the Shinsengumi, to the shogun, to the future of Japan. Together, we will defend Japan! Yes, Commander! That's what the commander said. That the Shinsengumi was created to defend what's important. If you're telling the truth, then... ...Alright. I'll trust you. I'll give you my strength! You've finally seen the light! I feel like I finally understand what the most important thing is. It's what I've been chasing after all this time. I may not have much time left, but I'll dedicate everything I have to this cause! We're not going to get a better opportunity than this! Let's miximax Okita and Victor!
Miximax activate!!! Ngh! Gah...! Ah...! Urghhhhh! Mixed to the max!
I won't disappoint you, Okita. Whoa, dudes and dudettes, I hope you're ready for this! We got a new Miximax between Blade and Okita to spice things up!
Goal! Blade gets the ball in the back of the net effortlessly, with the help of a new special move! We did it, Okita...! Well, I knew he was the greatest swordsman in the Shinsengumi. Figures he'd be good...
Gaha, you think you can beat me just because you've learned a couple of new moves? Watch and learn! Ugh! Sorry, Okita...
They're better than they were in the first half. That one guy turned the whole match around? ...Well, I'll just have to show them the true power of Zanark's Domain! Argh! ...Not again!
Hurghhhhhhhh! Wh-what's happening?! Arghhhhhhhhhhh! Zanark! Hold on, I'm comin' for ya! Brave Samurai Musashi! Arghhhhhhhhh! Urgh! Huh...huh...
Why...? Why did you help me? Come on, ain't it obvious? We have to finish this match. We want to beat you in a fair fight, Zanark, not win by default! Huh? It takes a great man to help his enemy! That sounds like a Miximax invitation to me! Roma and Ryoma, get ready! Roma has proven himself worthy. Fingers crossed it should work this time! I'm already there! Ryomas, brace yourselves!
Miximax activate!!! Wa-aa-aa-aa-aa-aa-aahhhh! Arghhhh! Mixed to the max!
Hey, I did it! The young dog learned a new trick, huh? Let's test it out.
Haha, how about that! Double the Ryoma, double the skill! Booyah! Yeah, I'm sooo happy for you!
Gaha, you think you can beat me just because you've learned a couple of new moves? Watch and learn! No! I'm not going to give up! Let's go again!
It's been a close game, but there's no way we're gonna lose it! This isn't for those old geezers at El Dorado. My pride's resting on this match! 'Course it is! That's what football's all about! Don't even think about getting past me! Haaaaaaaaaaaaarghhhhh! We'll see about that. Rarrghhhhhh! Check out the two amigos here, both with sweet tricked-out armourfied Fighting Spirits! It's anyone's game!
Gooooal! Nishiki celebrates his new armourfied Fighting Spirit with a swift goal! Well, Zanark? Whaddaya think of that? Pretty good...for a plebeian.
And that's, like, our final whistle! Raimon takes home the victory! Nice one, guys! We lost? Oh well, you win some, you lose some. I knew you'd say that! OK, don't push it... Now lift the football ban! And give back Coach Evans! Coach Evans? That's this sparkly little thing, right? Is...is it?! That's a Chrono Stone! Yep. Ciao! Ha. Huh? No! Stop! Waaaaait! Ugh. Now fulfil your promise. Open the country! ...Very well. I have no choice, do I? My Lord! Come. Now we will finally have some peace. Yes, just as I planned. Opening Japan to the world was inevitable - there was no way we could hold it off much longer. And to be honest, I would quite like to survive this era. And this way, they can imagine they've overthrown us themselves. Hahaha... He didn't seem that sad to have lost. But history tells us this is the end of his reign. He's going to basically disappear from public life from now on. So the shogun's pretty much out of the picture? Wow... It's the end of an era! Literally! This is incredible! Now we can start to build a new Japan! So Japan's going to change forever...
Whew, what a night! It's not every day you get to celebrate the dawn of a new era! They really spared no expenses for the party... Thanks for inviting us. We really enjoyed it! And on that note, it's probably best we make a move back to our own time. Back to the TM Bus!
Did I hear you right? Did you say Imperial rule is being restored? Inconceivable! Everything's changing in this country! I don't think I like change...! Did you enjoy last night's celebrations, chaps? I rather enjoyed the shamisen player. You can't beat a good musician for class! I was in charge of teaching the nippers how to dance, but I still managed to get my traditional dance on, what! People are making a terrific hullabaloo about the country turning upside down. But I can't imagine how things can possibly be different to how they are now. Kyoto will still sell yatsuhashi, and it will still be delicious. If you follow this path south you'll come to the wealthy district. Though they do say that from now on the common people and noble samurai will be the same. Maybe we will all live together one day!
Hmph. I went up and asked one for their coat and they just laughed at me! The cheek! It's the thought that counts. Don't they sell those in Inazuma somewhere anyway? It's not authentic unless a real Shinsengumi warrior wore it first! I'm afraid I have to agree with Jade on that one. I've not given up yet. Let's see if I can't persuade the bloke! Don't! You'll get yourself into trouble!
Where are you with those chips? The clock is ticking, time is money! Well it seems you made them and just left them on the side... That's just, like, SO professional. They're, like, cold as a cucumber now! I should've just made them myself! The kid didn't seem to mind! I'm a pro at making chips! They're rad delicious even when they're cold! My mother was right about you. I should have listened to her. But I've been in the kitchen, like, this whole time! Why are you so mean to me, babe?
Still, you shouldn't just go off doing your own thing! At the very least, I would appreciate it if you were to bring me along in future! Wonderbot... You just wanted a go on the boat, didn't you?
Sorry to bring this up again, but has no one at all seen my towel? It has blue stripes on it.
I wish cake was as healthy as vegetables. What's wrong with vegetables? Salad dressing should make up for the flavour, no? I've not tried any cake from your era yet. I should try some when I can. ILL GET SOME FOR YOU NEXT TIME! HEY GUYS WRITE YOUR FAVOURITE SNACKS AND ILL TRY TO GET THEM!!!!
Everyone seemed in high spirits yesterday, and I jolly well enjoyed dancing for you all! You simply must come back! Thanks to Mr Sakamoto's generosity yesterday, I'll be able to refurbish this whole restaurant! I could have tables made of gold!
The Imperial Court will have all of its privileges restored now that the emperor holds all the power. Jolly lucky for them! Mrow? With the emperor back on the throne and the shogun gone, I've a feeling things are going to be jolly different around here. Everyone's talking about restoring the emperor. How do you do that? Is it like restoring furniture?
I don't know about any of this renovating the emperor business, but do you think it will mean we get more foreign imports? I'd like that. I wasn't a fan of that ghastly coffee, but I still love trying new things, what what!
Golly, don't stare at me like that! I get rather embarrassed! I must say, I am bally impressed that all this bother was sorted out without having to resort to swords. Not even fisticuffs! They say that the, er, portly fellow who was haring up and down town was the one to change the shogun's mind. Good gracious! Just beyond here is Nijo Castle. The shogunal government may have ceased to be, but the castle still stands, thankfully. Wait, if they're getting rid of the difference between commoners and samurai...does that mean I can use a sword when I grow up?! I haven't seen the Shinsengumi on patrol lately...
Clickety clack, clickety clack... Have you ever heard footsteps outside in the dead of night? Teehee, beware that sound in Kyoto! Don't answer the door to that sound! Whoever it is might take you with them... Those footsteps never stop! Teehee, clickety clack, clickety clack... I've come to pay you a visit... Will you open the door and let me in...? Clickety clack, clickety clack...
Have you ever noticed how great people seem to think differently from the rest of us? I don't understand him at all. In fact, the only thing I do understand is that I have these fancy Portuguese sweets ready for the eating, and I'm going to eat them. Have you kids heard the news? The shogun has relinquished his power and left the emperor to rule the country! Goodness!
Awooooo! (Come back soon, Commander! I'm lonely!)
I never understand a word of what the adults talk about. Is restoring Imperial rule a good thing? I do hope so! All this harvesting day and night quite does one's back in, but it's worth it for the reward on your table in the evening. Mm, rice! Oh, why hello there. I went to a smashing little teahouse last night and danced the night away with Suzuchiyo and the other geisha! I'd be lying if I said I was the star of the show, but I didn't make any mistakes so take that, Suzuchiyo! Coo coo! I just can't believe the shogun would agree to something like that. It's doolally! Oh, you haven't heard? Well, I don't know the particulars, but everyone is talking about it!
I like to think of myself as politically savvy, but I never would have guessed that the shogun would hand over his power so quickly. I shall have to applaud Ryoma Sakamoto! What a fellow! What a statesman! Ryoma Sakamoto is the bravest chap alive! He confronted the shogun to his face! I suppose he'll be clapped in irons now. Poor fellow... Are you looking for the mansion district? Up those stairs, my good man! There was a splendid kerfuffle yesterday! Whatever could have been the matter?
You're leaving already? Yeah. We've still got a lot on our plate. I understand. I just wanted to thank you for everything we managed to accomplish. It wouldn't have happened without you. We'd only just started to teach you modern day slang! I'm sure I'll pick it up somewhere! I've got dozens of places I want to visit. I'm an aficionado of foreign languages...but I've never met anyone I could use them with. But now I'll be allowed to cross the sea! I can talk to everyone! Nice! And you - you're going to be a great man. Not everyone is great enough to help their enemies. Just don't help too many enemies! I learnt it from you! And I hope it's a two-way thing. If I've been able to teach you anything, I'll be glad. Even if it's just my devil-may-care sense of humour! Haha! There's something else I've picked up from you! I'm going to play football every day! Don't think I've forgotten the photo you showed me! If that fighting fit young buck is my future, then bring it on! Booyah! I don't know how I can thank you enough. You helped me protect something I love. As long as my gift will be useful to you...it's me who should be thanking you. ...What? I was in such a hurry to make my mark on history, to leave proof that I had been alive... But you reminded me that there are more important things than that. Such as? Well, more important than leaving proof of your life is living it. And thanks to you, I felt really alive. I haven't felt that in a long time. I'd forgotten how it feels. I'm glad. Come along, team, we really have to go! That's our cue. Later, Ryoma! Bye! Oh, wait! Roma, take this! Well, time to go. Go on. Don't let go of the things that are important to you! I won't. Everyone ready? Good.
Once more unto the present! Time jump!
A lot has changed in just one night. And things will only change more from now on. I daresay you're right, there. Ah, the sun's rising. It's beautiful... This is the dawn of a new Japan!
What's going on? That guy seemed to really want that stone... And that power of mine... I don't like it.
Figures. You don't understand what you're truly capable of with those powers. Excuse me? Feh... You don't know anything about me and my powers. On the contrary... I'm blessed with pretty much the same talents as you. What do you mean? Welcome... Friend. Starting today... You get to be a part of N-Gen.
Skills are easy to overlook, but they can actually be really useful. Any player can learn up to two skills, but with Mix 'n' Match, you can get up to four. That's loads! If you find someone with a really great skill, you can always miximax them with one of your main players so they can use it!
Sir... You may have underestimated Raimon. Schemer Guile... This isn't like you. Indeed. Preparations are complete. Continue. This is Perfect Cascade. A flawless team of my own construction! Ar Ecks. It's time. Your mission begins now! Understood. We will accomplish our mission in accordance with Procedure 13.
I don't believe it! We defeated Zanark's Domain, but we still haven't restored football or Coach Evans to the timeline... Sending Zanark out to greet us was El Dorado's work, for sure. But they weren't an official El Dorado team. What can we do? If we had the power to take them on now, we could skip forward to the future and make a stand against them. What? Skip forward...? There's only one way open to us now. To save Coach Evans and football, we have to defeat El Dorado and undo their historic alterations. We'll need to acquire a power even greater than El Dorado's ultimate team. Otherwise, we have no hope of restoring history. Ultimate team...? You mean to say that they have teams even stronger than the ones we've already played? Alors... I'm sorry to say, but the power of El Dorado's ultimate team far outstrips that of either Zanark's Domain or Protocol Omega. And the name of that dread team is...Perfect Cascade! That is to say, a veritable torrent of terror... Dr Cryptix! Hoho... No, I'm sorry. There's nothing funny about it all. In fact, the plight in which we find ourselves is as grim as the blackest night. It is?!
What do you mean by that, Doctor? Well, it seems that El Dorado have already dispatched Perfect Cascade to meet us. Our victory over Zanark's Domain has merely caused our nemeses to heighten their vigilance, as it were. Perfect Cascade are in fact preventing any modifications to the interrupt that caused the football ban. So you're saying that the only way we can restore football is by defeating Perfect Cascade? You must understand, Perfect Cascade won't be anything like the teams you've played so far. Their coach, Schemer Guile, has trained them up to be the ultimate footballing battalion in every aspect of the game. Every aspect of the game...? What kind of team are they, Doctor? Right on cue... This sounds pretty serious, you lot. If we're going up against an opponent of a different calibre, you're going to need to give it everything you've got. Like we haven't been doing that already... Listen up, Ultimate Eleven! You've got a new target! The seventh power: "A flying defender who has complete mastery and dominance of the skies." And the eighth power: "A dynamic midfielder in whom lodges ancient power, and who carves the ocean with mighty fangs." In other words, we're going to need...dinosaurs! D-dinosaurs? Heh... Dinos! You mean...actual dinosaurs?! So the Ultimate Eleven aren't even all human... I think it's belter, me. Dinosaurs are canny hard! Ugh, this is too crazy for me. I give up... I wonder what kind of dino it'll be? Spinosaurus? Iguanodon? Alors, I hope it'll be a pteranodon... I don't think I've seen you so excited, JP! I don't get it. What's the big deal with dinosaurs, anyway? Are you kidding? What could be more exciting than a dinosaur? Come on, Jade! Err... Listen carefully, and I'll tell you exactly how incroyable dinosaurs truly are! Dinosaurs appeared on our planet about two hundred million years ago... After a bit of evolution, different species of dinosaur populated every corner of the globe, on land, in the sea and even in the air! And what's more, they managed to dominate the whole planet for another 160 million years! 160 million years? That's almost impossible to imagine... But then they disappeared, just like that, at the end of the Cretaceous period, so that's about 65 million years ago... It's thought that they were finished off by a meteorite impact or a huge volcano...but no one knows for sure. It's a big mystery. You know your stuff, JP! I didn't know you were such a nerd... Well, Fei's already miximaxed with a T-Rex aura. That's a start, I guess...? It won't be enough. We need to get our hands on something with even more rough and ready power. Tyranno does feel a bit lacking now... But can you think of a dinosaur that's more ferocious than a T-Rex? I certainly can't! Not off the top of my head, anyway. Not that I have a head at the moment... Hardly an inspiring answer... That's where you're wrong! Dinosaurs are still shrouded in mystery. Who's to say there isn't something out there even better than a T-Rex? I guess we'll need a dinosaur fossil for an artefact. Hmmm... That's it! There's a school in Okinawa that's famous for all the fossils it discovered. I bet if we go there, we'll discover some too! Sounds like a plan, Professor Dino-brains! What are we waiting for? A school in Okinawa...?
Okinawa... I'm jealous! But I've got work, so I'll be waiting here. Take care out there. I'd like to get a pic of the virtuoso with a dinosaur... I wonder what it was like when dinosaurs roamed the earth... JP's certainly worked up! Well then, let us depart! Let's get a dinosaur fossil from Okinawa!
Did anyone catch that TV programme last night? Which one are ya on aboot? That reality show, right? I was in stitches laughing! The one where the people had to live in a swimming pool?! No, no! It was on after that! The ghost show. It had bona fide, empirically confirmed footage of ghostly spirits!
Animals are awesome! I'd love to have a hamster or something like that. Nice idea! They're so small and cute! I really love budgies. Oh, do you have one?
By the way, how'd that test turn out for you guys? Meh, I did OK. There were quite a few really tricky parts. I peeked at Roma's test and burst out laughing.
Uhm...thanks a lot for last night! It was good craic! That party wasn't bad. You have my gratitude. I had so much fun! AINT NO PARTY LIKE A WINDSOR MANOR PARTY But the food was my favourite part! Bosh! Oh yeah, that food was purely belter! Especially that cake!
Sorry, Victor! fei_sorry.ipc I accidentally took it home with me. Ah, that's a relief. It actually has his name sewn into it. Victor's always thinking of these things. It looks just like mine, but I really should have made sure first.
Cheers, man! I'd love me a proper authentic Cornish pasty, if ya can get your hands on one! Tried one the other day, like, but they'll never be as good as me mam's! Doughnuts. Simple and delicious. Just salt and vinegar crisps for me, please. If you could make me up some jam sandwiches, I'd be made up! Mmm, anything with chocolate for me! I'm not fussy! I'd love a banana crêpe, if it's not too much trouble. I forgot, can I have a tuna pasta salad as well?! That's a snack, right? I might want some cheesecake...* I DONT KNOW IF I CAN GET ALL THOSE THINGS. I THOUGHT YOUD JUST WANT SWEETS...............
Yes, I know why you're here! You need the power of my Spyglass Hackers, am I right? No? Now there's no need to be coy. Just admit it. I'm keeping the figurine of Lovely Layne in the box on the top shelf. What? Take it out of the box? Are you crazy?! It'd lose half its collector's value!!! We're currently developing our next game, Romance of the Three Kick-Offs! Watch this space!
I took the day off work again to see the doctor. Nothing more than a runny nose... I'm afraid I haven't got the cure for lovesickness, but if you have a problem with your health, talk to me and I can help. I told the nurse I was lovesick and do you know what she said? "Well, I can't cure that." But she laughed too, so maybe I didn't mess up completely!
I was glad to hear that my father was fighting to protect football like you, Arion! He said we can rely on you and I agree with him. You're doing really well. Keep it up! Please don't run inside the hospital. You wouldn't want to accidentally bump into an injured patient now, would you? Vitya was looking much more cheerful when he last came to visit. I'm going to follow his lead. I won't let this beat me! Hmph! Dad was on the mend, then he went and ate too much again! What am I gonna do with you, Dad? Hope I can get out of hospital soon...
Welcome to the Pirates' Club! We're a well-seasoned, sea-loving, cut-throat bunch! We also do really nice barbecues.
Welcome to Everything Allwhite! There's nothing like friendship to keep you warm on a winter's day. Want to be introduced?
Welcome to the Old Friends network! How about we reunite you with a few familiar faces?
I passed a restaurant full of wealthy, respectable people the other day. Had I but any money, I would have joined them... My new hobby is perambulating. Tea and biscuits may also be involved. It's a very grown-up hobby. I'd offer you some, but I fear you wouldn't appreciate the subtle nuances... Are you looking for the mansion district? Up those stairs, my good man!
Where on this good green earth is Mamesuzu? I'm all dressed up, ready to practise my dancing, and she isn't here! How rude! Hm? I'm Suzuchiyo, yes. Have we met before?
I do enjoy crossing the river on these swaying boats. Some chaps get seasick, but not me! And it's especially terrific at this time of year, with the autumn leaves floating down through the air. Oh phew, you still only have only one tail, puss! They say around here that once a cat gets positively ancient, it might turn into a monster with two tails. But not this cat, not yet! Mrrmiaow! If it's exotica you're after, you want to see that merchant fellow over there. He gets in the finest Dutch fare! I've just tried a most curious drink, called "coffee"! Exotic I'm sure, but it was as bitter as medicine! Golly gosh, I found a cat with two tails! I told one of the old fellows at the temple, but they laughed at me and said I was mistaken. How rude, what!
What is going to become of us? What will become of Japan? Oh, I'm not worried, old bean. I still have my trusty sword, after all! Bring on change, that's what I say! My favourite restaurants are the ones which employ shamisen players. I had my eye on Mamesuzu's dancing in particular. She's been downhearted about her progress, but she was actually doing well! Oh, are you new in town? You should try yatsuhashi! I simply can't get enough of the smell of cinnamon, and the crunchiness of the biscuit! If you follow this path south you'll come to the wealthy district. But should you do anything untoward, the Shinsengumi will catch you!
Some of the local geisha have been gaining more power of late. I must not let them win! Never underestimate geisha politics! Welcome, welcome! Today's special is fresh-caught fish, straight from the river. Will you be joining us for dinner?
Where could Suzuchiyo have run off to? I'm here looking for her, not that I'm having any luck! She may be my rival, but it's my life's dream to one day be one tenth as lovely and graceful as she! There's an awfully silly man who runs around the neighbourhood yelling his lungs out. "Booyah!" he shouts. Is there a Mr and Mrs Booyah around here?
Rowf? (Scratch my ears?) Woof!
I had a rather odd dream about the Commander last night. He looked like himself but not. He'd done something with his hair... In my dream last night, the Commander wouldn't stop looking at me and saying, "I knew you'd say that." Spooky!
Where are you chaps headed today? I'd very much like to try castella cake one day. I heard it's even sweeter than sweet potato. But how could that be? I wish I could do something great to change the world... Maybe I'll learn Dutch and sail the seas! That'd be a jolly lark! There are so many dashing men in the Shinsengumi! I always watch when they go past.
Wormhole identified! Here we go!
Football is a bad noise... It must be silenced! Man, I am so amped for today! It's gonna be sweet to hit the surf and snag some heavies! That is, if my old man doesn't snatch my board away and steal 'em before me like last time. The man is such a poser! I guess I gotta buy my own board some day, else he's gonna keep leaving me high and dry! So much for catching the waves. Could always go for a dip in the pond. I found this bodacious place totally hidden away, where no one can bother us! You wanna know where it is? Well, maybe I'll tell you...if you pass the test. But I can't tell you what the test is, dude! It's a secretive test for a secret place! It's a secret place, dude. Emphasis on the secret! No, don't even think about trying to eat the crabs! Bad doggy! I'm gathering shells. Why? Isn't it obvious? It's for my shell empire. Together, they shall rule the kingdom of Shelldonia! It's beautiful... This was the best idea ever! When I look into your eyes, they're as blue as the ocean...but dude is the ocean blue today! Oh, look! Is that a whale?! Whoa, a whale? DUDE! Dude, these hibiscus flowers are totally bodacious! That's why we've got 'em all over Okinawa. Arion Sherwind? I haven't seen you since you were just a tot! How very "far out" to see you again!
Hey look, I found a clam shell! Mondo awesome, right? I'm gonna go decorate it with some boss stickers! Yeah, I'm so amped for this! Tell me if you find any more shells. I'll be in there like swimwear! There's a type of traditional dance in Okinawa my grandpa wants to teach me. But I dunno, dude, the word "traditional" kinda grates on me. I can catch some rad waves, but dancing? I'd wipe out in ten seconds flat! Well, I guess the best way to learn to surf is to learn by surfing! Time to start dancing! Come rain or shine, the Sunshine Girls are always beaming with happiness! Come on - join in the fun! Hey, wanna chase the waves with me? Last one there's a rotten squid! Being here in Okinawa is like a picture perfect paradise. Are you here for the surfing? Oh, I'm just here to soak up the sun. I'm like a dead weight in water! Ahh. Dude, there is nothing like living in the lap of luxury, dude. Especially when it's the waves lapping up against the shore! ...Whoa! better not nod off unless I want to end up looking like burnt toast. Not cool! Don't eat burnt toast, either. It ain't good for you, bro! Here in Okinawa, they cook Shisa style! That sounds like see-saw... Maybe they need two cooks for it to work? Hmmm, fried octopus or ice cream? Gah, tough choice! What the heck - I'll get both! Pocket money day's coming up, anyway! There's nothing like an ice lolly on a sweltering hot day! (slurp slurp chomp) Erk! Brain freeze! Let the moment pass aaand... (slurp slurp slurp) Ow ow ow. My feet are killing me. "I'll just go for a spot of sightseeing," I thought. Never thought every place would be a sight to see! Think I'll hang ten and then get some cake. Sweet!
The noodles here really are the cat's pyjamas. Their soup's the bee's knees, too... But you know what? Nothing beats the service with a smile! I didn't come all the way to Surf Supper just for the smiles, of course, but it does add a little something extra to the meal, you know? Oodles and oodles of noodles! ♪ Oodly noodly, yaaay! ♪ While we're here, I'm going to try everything on this menu! That means about one meal per hour... But I'm famished, so maybe I'll go for three at once! I hate decisions. Everything here looks good! Think I'll 'ave the soup. Wait...it's sweet? Now that's just weird... And they serve it cold as well? Now that's just taking the mickey! Which inflatable toy d'you think I should take? I kind of like the dolphin...
S'up peeps! Browse away! Chinsuko! Get your chinsuko, sweet 'n' tasty! Just one mouthful's sure to pick you up! Yoo-hoo! Check out some of this pro equipment! Hi there! You're in luck! We've just received a large shipment of move manuals! This place is always lined from here to the beach with stalls! I could spend a week here and I still wouldn't be able to see 'em all! Did you know that "hang ten" refers to your ten toes hanging off the side of a surfboard? Well, now you do! I want something sweet! But should I get chinsuko or a sata andagi? Hey, teeny dudinis! How's the vacation? If you feel like helping out a dude like me, buy stuff! I hope that's not too direct... Did you know these sweet buns are one of Okinawa's specialities? They're called "sata andagi", and they're bursting with sugar! Very popular with the tourists! Go on, try one! We get a lot of typhoons around here - that's why all the buildings are built really close to the ground. Hey Arion, my bro! How's it hangin'?
How can you even like football?! Y'know the Rolling Market? It goes by another name - the muscle run. If you go up and down that hill every day, you'll come out looking toned to the max. But so far, all I've toned are the blisters on my feet... Trust me - running up and down the market works wonders for your fitness. Our society, the Stardust Boys, are [white hot] and cool as the Okinawan sun! We get the feeling you'll warm to them! I dunno, guys... If we do get caught playing, we'll be in so much trouble... I don't care if it's banned! We can still practise in secret as long as the grown-ups don't catch us! I was just getting good at football, and now it's banned! So not fair... Cock-a-doodle-duuuuude! (Oats! I'd give my left wing for some oats!) Cluck...buccaw! (No pain, no grain!)
C'est ici! I'm sure there's bound to be tons of fossils just waiting for us to dig them up! So what are we waiting for? Let's get digging! Grrawgh! Betcha' never seen digging like this before! I'm like a human pneumatic drill! Gertcha! Nooo! Not so rough! The fossils are very delicate! I don't think he heard you... Ahem! What do you lot think you're doing? Well, if it isn't...Arion! Long time no see. How are you? Oh! Miss Hanabayashi! I, erm... So you need to find a fossil to help you to save football...? That sounds like quite the flight of fancy, but seeing as it's you... I'll help you out. Follow me. Maybe something like this is what you're looking for. Wow! A bona fide fossil! Thanks a lot! Don't mention it. I mean, I probably shouldn't just give out fossils like this... But we've got plenty here, so I doubt anyone will miss this one. Just be careful with it, OK? Got it! Well, that wasn't too hard. Let's get back to the bus and put it to good use!
I'm not sure how a fossil is going to help save football, but I'm not one to question you!
Oh I saw that too! It was pretty scary! Or was I the only one who thought so? Eh, I saw it too. It was pretty tame. I thought you'd be able to suss out that kind of thing, Eugene. They just looked like cheap fakes to me. What?! No! It was the real thing! I was pretty scared, too. What about you, JP? I was hiding behind the cushion! It was atmospheric, sure. But I wasn't particularly scared, as such. You actually watch that nonsense, Bailong?
YOU SAID YOU WOULDNT TALK ABOUT IT SHUN!!!!!! Did you forget to write your name or something? Most of his answers were correct, but he'd written them down in the wrong place, the daft whelk! It's a common mistake.
It was excellent! I agree! Very delicious! Yup! It was such a nice surprise! Yeah. I admit, I was impressed.
I wonder if we should put our names on the TM Bus, too. "If lost, return to Clark von Wunderbar"? That's not going to help at all!
Artefact installed!
Ha! Well, that's one way to get through it, I suppose! I think Gabi just has nerves of steel... It has its appeal. I watch comedy shows on occasion, too. I feel like I've seen a different side of you... Was it even that scary? Not horrendously, but it did make me jump a few times! So, what was actually gannin' on in it, like?
We've got so many of 'em now! I reckon we could speak using nowt but InaPics! Really? How?
Hold on to your hats!
Back to Cretaceous times! Let's go!
We haven't been able to obtain a response from Avalonic yet. His life signs are active, but we can't get a fix on his physical location. Continue the search. Perhaps you understand now why we objected to making use of a crazed dog like Avalonic in the first place. We succeeded only in letting that dog loose, and failed in our objective of crushing Raimon. Questions will be asked of us. Guile. Report on your mission. Perfect Cascade have already made the time jump. They're in pursuit of Raimon as we speak. Very good.
Well, here we are. We've gone back about 68 million years. This here is what they call the "Cretaceous period". I can't believe it! Let me at the dinos! Not so fast! We can't just charge out there. Not so fast! We can't just charge out there... Yeah... Like this, we stick out like a sore thumb. He's right! There's ravenous beasts everywhere you look. We're going to end up as a velociraptor's lunch! Don't worry, kids. Leave it to Wonderbot! Wonderbutton activate! Huh? I'm not sure this is really going to help us... This isn't really what I had in mind... You can say that again.../Me neither... I was thinking you'd give us some armour or something, not dress us up in sacks! Actually, I quite like mine... Well, you know what they say - when in Rome, do as the Romans do! Hadaboot man, that's crackers! It's not like there's any humans aboot in this time. We haven't evolved yet! Erm... Well, that's correct...but... Come on, guys! Stop being so grumpy. It's just for a bit of Stone Age atmosphere. I like it! Er...yes! My words exactly! Now remember, team, we're here to find dinosaur auras. So let's get to it...bronto!
I wonder what kind of dinosaurs live round here. Not the hungry kind, I hope! I really do like this outfit, though... It's comfy. You aren't going to find any dinosaurs standing round here gabbing. Get out there and find some!
Well, there was this guy in his car... Suddenly, he felt something deathly cold on the back of his neck. So he turned around to look, and sitting there was... OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Who? Who was sitting there?! mark_shock.ipc Luke? Are you OK? Luke is the next victim of the curse... C-c-curse?! Oh, grow up.
I do! When I get home he always shouts out to me: "Welcome home, Skie!" Cool! Can you hold a proper conversation with him? He's a chatty little birdie alright!
Hang on. Eugene, pass us your mobile a sec. fei_sorry.ipc victor_huff.ipc wonderbot_horror.ipc virtuoso_despair.ipc Like this? What d'you reckon? Haha! That looks like fun! No.
C'est magnifique! So...many...dinosaurs! Wow! That...that's a triceratops! And look! An ankylosaurus! There's even an alamosaurus! We're really in the age of dinosaurs... It's like a dream come true! Wey aye, man! Never mind that, have you seen this whopper over here? Must weigh about a ton! Wish I'd brought me rod now, like... No, Adé, that's no fish. That's what they call a plesiosaur. It's an aquatic dinosaur. Oh aye? Well I reckon it'd be a canny good laugh to try and catch it all the same. You're welcome to try, but judging by the size of it, you might be the one that ends up battered and served with chips... It's really something. Do you like dinosaurs too, Victor? Well, now that you mention it, Vladimir took me to see an exhibition at the natural history museum once. I never dreamed that I'd see living dinosaurs with my own eyes, though. It's breathtaking. It really is! Much as I hate to interrupt, we can't stand round here gazing at the local fauna all day! We need to press on, and be very, very careful. One wrong step and we could end up on the menu!
W-Wonderbot! Behind you! Oh, a dinosaur. And a nasty one at that! Everyone, run for it! JP! Nnggh! Ahhh! Grooogroogragoga! What? A human...? Grooooooooooo!
B-but that's impossible! There can't be any humans in the Cretaceous period! Wh-who are you...? UG! Me Sor! You got problem with Sor, friend? It spoke! Sor "he"! No "it"! Wh-what...? Groo... Graaawgh! Huh?! You look like Sor! Sor not meet anyone look like Sor! Sor happy to see animals look like Sor! Grooogahahaha! How Sor say your name? Er... Arion. Aridon? Aridon and Aridon friends come see house! Come! Come! Hey! Not so fast...
Graoow! Groooo! Gaoga! Groogroo... Gragagroo! Groo...! Grogu. Goo! Goo! Gragraga! Graga googoo.
Hmm. Not too chuffed about these clothes... Gotta look the part, I suppose. These are an insult! I dunno, man, I kinda like it! It's almost like camouflage! Seriously? You know, we could always try wearing bright colours. I'm sure there are plenty of dinosaurs like that one just now looking for a snack! I...I'm good with these clothes!
Guys. What just happened? HAHAHAHA SORRY I JUST COULDNT RESIST YOU ALL LOOKED SO SCARED IT WAS WELL FUNNY!!!!!!!!! Roma crept up behind Luke and put a right cold can of pop on the back of his neck. What a daftie! Proper jokes! And you just watched him do it!
Hear that, guys? Our guest of honour liked it! I'm glad. We spent such a long time on it! And you made all those banners by yourselves? Yup! He's out of hospital now, so we needed to make it extra special! It was a little over the top, but we wanted to show him that we care.
Groo! Gragoo!
Ug! Ug! This way!
I bet those birds are much cleverer than they let on. You think so? I wouldn't be surprised if Bertie were a secret spy. He's always listening in. As nice as your family are, Skie, I don't think they'd be worth spying on!
What are your lessons like? Hmm, nothing special... But there was the time the teacher picked on Aitor last week! Oh yeah, I forgot about that! He was sweating buckets!
Whew! Look at the size of that cliff! Climb up here, you in Big Beast Valley! It shaky scary place. If Aridon and friends go, end up dino dinner! Erm... If it's all the same, I'd rather we left that out of our little tour... Good. We no go Big Beast Valley!
Over there! They're even in the Cretaceous period? How thorough can they be? Hmph. If you ask me, it really spoils the ambience.
In football, there is only despair! Grooo! (chomp chomp) Grogagaga!
Heh, I wasn't all that scared. It was just a shock. I didn't realise my finger was jammed on the "O" key! Now it makes sense... If you want scary, I can tell you a few spine-chillers. Hehehe... No! No more scary stories! Ya know what's scarier than ghosts, tho? Teachers!
It's true, he was. aitor_panic.ipc I couldn't help but laugh! AHHH! JP!!! You've said enough, don't you think?! Only me?!
We put a lot of effort into them! Where on earth did you find all that paper? That's a secret!
We don't need football, 'kaaaaaay?
Football's lost its touch! Nobody plays that rubbish any more! I know what you're thinking and no, we do not look like footballs! I hear football gives you bad eyesight!
I need football like I need a hole in my head!
Hup! Ho! I've never seen anyone so agile! He's like a dinosaur himself... Why so surprise? Come! Jumpy-jump! You've got to be kidding! Ugg... Not problem! Sor friend very strong head! Make great big rock into little tiny rocks. BAMBAM! POW! Understand? Hmmm... If he means a creature with a powerful headbutt, then I guess that would be...a pachycephalosaurus! Let's find out!
Voila! A pachycephalosaurus! And a very fine specimen it is too! But...how do we convince it to help us out? Graaawgh! Sor show you how do! Graga goo. Grugaloo grogga grug? Groo? Gaoga grog! Incroyable... He can speak dinosaur... Friend say he help you. Come!
Excuse me? Oh! I didn't mean you, Ms Hills! You're belter! So, what's everyone else scared of, like? I'm scared of the dark... I don't like bugs! They're icky and horrible. How about you, Rick?
Budgies are grand! I love the way they can learn words and stuff. I have a few words I'd like to teach this budgie. What would you teach him? "Let's play football!" Come on, you've gotta admit it's appropriate. I'll have to try and train Bertie to say that! Well, I would have to start with "Sacred Serpent White Wyvern"! If it's in his capacity to remember all of that. I think you'd better not get your hopes up.
ALL 3 OF YOU! But it's all true! It was the only question I hadn't prepared, I swear! That so...
S'il vous plaît, Mr Pachycephalosaurus! You did it! Big thanks, Rockhead! See soon! He counts the dinosaurs as his friends... I'm so jealous! Why jealous? You no have dino friends? Come! Sor show you more!
Football don't belong here...or anywhere! Groo? Gragagragagoo!
Look at that ravine... Never mind. BOING! Jump over! Simple! Nu-uh, I don't think so... Arion, if we knock this tree over, we could cross it like a bridge. Hey, you're right! Maybe we could get the help of our dino friend again? No good. Rockhead too strong. CRACKACRACK! No make bridge, only make little tree bits... But not problem! Sor have other friend. Great big tail. TIPATAP. KERPLUNK. Understand? Let me see... A big tail... J'pense...got it! We need to find an ankylosaurus!* I have to hand it to you, JP. You sure know your dinosaurs.
You did a good job of solving it on the spot, though! Ha! Good on you, Aitor! If you're having any difficulty with the lessons, I can try to help you out. Like I said, that was a one-off case... You just need to make learning fun and then it all becomes easy. gabi_flag.ipc
I loved those biscuits in the shape of Sol's face! Yeah! There was so much attention to detail! Oui, très mignon! Yeah, I really didn't want to ruin it by eating it! I loved them bikkies in the shape o' Bailong's face! That was pretty funny, actually. If only it had tasted as good as I look. Bitter? I just love hanging out with everyone. It's always such fun! I think we can safely say the welcome party was a huge success!
Regarde! The ankylosaurus, in all its glory! Let's take him back to the ravine.
Do the honours, Mr Ankylosaurus! Hurray! We can cross over now! I-it's a long way down... I think there might be a health and safety issue here, Captain! Come on! You scaredy slug! Hey! Don't call me that, Dino-drawers! Sor home just over there! Sor wait for you!
I don't know what's scarier, the dinosaurs or the tree bridge... Be careful as you go across, everyone. It's proper scary, like! Uh, just try not to wobble it, guys! If I fell, it'd be the end of my footballing career for one thing... Don't say that! Just keep your balance and everything'll turn out hunky-dory!
Ahe-he-he-hem! You may not realise, but in addition to my managerial skills, I also happen to be an ace teacher! Those who want to join my super-duper extra special classes, say so now!
Yup! Right, Sol/Bailong? Uh? Did you want me? Huh? I'm saying, it's great having you on the team! You got it! Hah. Yes, it certainly is.
Welcome! So you live here all alone? Alone! No! Sor Pa here too! You meet Pa! Pa... Your father...? Ug! Pa! Sor home now!
Whooaa! Here Sor Pa! Pa? That's your father? But...he's a dinosaur! Ouais! A quetzalcoatlus! A cat...cat's all coatless? Quetzalcoatlus, Roma! Yum! This food good, Aridon! You eat! Thanks! It looks great! I can't believe how much you managed to scoff down, though... Sor, how did you come to be in a place like this? "How"? "How" you say... Ugg... I mean, you're a human, like us. You aren't really supposed to exist in this era. Sor not understand. Sor always live here. Grow from little Sor into big Sor... Sor son of Pa! Pa make egg, Sor come out! Egg...?! There's so much wrong with that, I don't know where to start... Sor no lie! Sor show you egg! Well... Sor would show you egg. But Pa step on egg, smash it little pieces. Alors... But not problem! Sor want ask, where your home? Behind big mountain? You there from before longtime? Well...it's kind of hard to explain. But we came here to find some special dinosaurs. Yes! We're looking for a dinosaur that's even stronger than a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Maybe you'd know where we could find one, Sor? Tea run-o Sor...? "Tyrannosaurus Rex" won't mean anything to Sor, Arion. That's just a name that people in our time gave it, don't forget! Tie runner sore us...? Ah...Tyrannosaurus! No! Sor know T-Rex very well! Hey! You do know that word! T-Rex not so strong. Pa much stronger than silly T-Rex! POW! BLAMMO! Sor and Pa train every day! Pa so strong... Sor get strong too! I don't doubt you there, Sor. But do you happen to know any other dinosaurs stronger than a T-Rex? Well, maybe Boss. Boss really, really strong... Boss live in Big Beast Valley, in big cave. All dinos there call Boss "Boss". She bigger than all dinos! Boss could be the dino we're looking for, Arion! Sounds like her aura will be just right for the Miximax we need! I think so too... Sor, could you introduce us to Boss? Ugg! Sor introduce! (yawn) Sor want show, but Sor very full. Very sleepy... Good heavens, the boy's collapsed! (snore) Out like a light... I guess we'll just have to put off meeting Boss till tomorrow... Looks that way. Well, better find somewhere to bed down out here... Do you think Pa's saying he'll look after us? Sounds like an invitation to me. Well, better here than out on the plain. Oh, merveilleux! We get to camp with a real dinosaur! This is the best thing in the world! Someone's enjoying the trip! Well, I'm going to get some shut-eye. Night! What do you think, Wonderbot? How did Sor wind up here? I really haven't the foggiest. I can't believe there are any people around in this time, but he must have learned to talk from someone... Do you think it could be one of El Dorado's traps? It's certainly possible. I think I'd better send off a report about Sor to Dr Cryptix. See if he can dig anything out. OK. He seems like a good guy, though. He couldn't be working against us...could he?
Begin an immediate investigation into why humans are present in the Cretaceous period. Very well.
Confirmation of arrival in Big Beast Valley. Mission will be completed, in accordance with Procedure 14.
Everyone wakey? It time! We go meet Boss now! Sor... Isn't Big Beast Valley the place on the other side of that big cliff? How are we going to get over that? Jakey have good memory! Big Beast Valley great big scary place, big danger too! Must sneakysneak! JP! It's pronounced "JP"! And you didn't answer my question! I don't think he can hear you, JP, he's already halfway down the mountain. We'll just have to follow him and work it out when we get there...
Last night's dinner was amazing! I've never seen meat like that before! Do you think Sor eats that much every day? We never did find out what kind of meat it was, did we? I think I'd rather not know...
Sam! I want you to make custard pudding again! Where did that come from?! I've not made it in donkey's years! I was going through my old photos and it came up! Well, don't jump around so much then, you big lunk! You might delete it! Buh, I saved a copy to my computer! It's not going anywhere! Last time I made pudding, Saints' Way was still going on. Good times!
Hot cross buns. What?!!! That's crazy! What's scary about hot cross buns? I dinnit get it, man. Are ya scared of them, or dee ya just not like the taste? WEIRDO! But they're so yummy! You haven't caught on yet?
What pet would you have, JP? Me?! Let's see... A dinosaur! Uhm... I wonder if I could just take one home with us...
Why the silence?!
Yep. This cliff's about as high as I remember it. How are we meant to climb up that?! Hey rocks-for-brains! Maybe one of your dino amigos could give us a boost? Oh yeah? Did you have one in mind? Erm... I don't know. Maybe we could get one that's good at jumping to grab on to us and jump up? Non! Aitor, that's très dangereux! When Sor go to Big Beast Valley, Sor get help from alamosaurus! He lift Sor up on great big neck! Good thinking, Sor! Well, we'd better go and find an alamosaurus! ... Oh sure, take the caveboy's advice over mine. I don't care in the slightest. Hmph!
Alamosaurus help us get to Big Beast Valley. Aridon find one!
Just in case you were getting any ideas, no prehistoric souvenirs, living or otherwise! Aww. We just want to get you something nice!
That's an alamosaurus and a half! Let's get him back up to the cliff!
I get it. You haven't heard the story about the hot-cross buns guy? Who? He was always saying, "Keep away from me with those horrible baked goods! For the love of all that is good!" Once he said that, all the people started bombarding him with buns.
Do your stuff, Mr Alamosaurus! Haha! Pretty good bridge, huh? Listen! Big, big danger in Big Beast Valley. Sor stay close. Protect Aridon and Aridon friends!
I don't think it's right to play football, and I hope you agree with me! Goargh... Groogoo! Gurururururu...
I can live without having seen a dinosaur. But I'd love to hear your stories! Magnifique! Because we have SO much to tell you! Once he gets going, there's no stopping him. Haha! He even talks about dinosaurs in his sleep... I can't wait!
It was super yummy, Sam! You could literally taste the football spirit! So it was a hit, then? Guess I'll have to make some more after all! That would be great, but only if you have time! Oh, believe me - there's always time for pudding! sam_thumbs_up.ipc BISH BASH BOSH!!! Get in! Thank you, Sam!
Oh, the humanity! What a bunch of horrid meanies! It wasn't all that bad, Goldie. Exactly. He was lying when he said he found hot cross buns scary. So he'd wait until he was alone, then he'd eat them all himself.
You...really want a dinosaur as a pet? Hmm, you're right. I guess it would be hard to feed something so big. Mais oui. I'll just have to give up on that dream. I think food isn't the biggest problem in this scenario...
Big Beast Valley here. Boss live further in. Sor, isn't it somewhat dangerous to barge in uninvited on a dinosaur of such gargantuan proportions? Just saying... Haha! No danger! Boss friend of Sor. Really, Boss great big softy! You're pretty well connected, Sor! I'm looking forward to meeting Boss! Hey look! There's a little troodon on the bridge. A true donon? How'd you tell the difference? Troodon! Troo-don! Haven't you heard of troodons? They're thought to be one of the cleverest carnivorous dinos ever to have lived. Keep eyes wide open! Or CRUNCH! You be dino din-dins! That called "law of Big Beast Valley!" S-sounds delightful... Looks like we're going to have to do something about this dino if we want to go forward...
He just ended up with a ton of free treats? BOSH! Why didn't I think of that? Speaking of hot cross buns... Isn't there that famous bakery near Raimon that makes them all year round? Ah! I've been there! They're so good! Let's go sometime!
Gruga... Gragh!
They haven't eaten us yet... Quick Arion, let's play them again, before they get hungry!
Gruga... Gragh!
We fought them off! Waa! How you do that? Sor never see anything like that! That's what we call "football". Foot...ball... Ugg... Wooagh... GAROOO!!! Huh?! Football! Football! Wahahaha! Sor really like football! Sor really like Aridon and Aridon friends! Sor think Boss really like you too! Now we go meet Boss! Hmm... Footballing dinosaurs...? Something tells me El Dorado might have been behind that. I have a bad feeling about this...
Football's going extinct! Grooroo! Grogagrog...
Are we not talking about scary things any more? Oh well. SO WHAT DO YOU FIND SCARY RICKY Not telling.
Wipe football off the map! Guragagooga. Grooo!
Groo!
Here! This where Boss live. Right here! We made it... Now somehow, we have to get Boss's power. I still can't imagine anything stronger than a T-Rex... Hey Boss! Sor come to visit! Brought new friends!
That's Boss?! She's enormous! Waa! Uh?!
B-Boss! Boss? Boss... Something wrong with Boss... Groo... Grawgle... Grawgle...groo goglugug. Aridon. Let Boss look at round thing. What, you mean this football? Boss say football hit Boss. BLAM! Boss not remember much after that... That sounds like the handiwork of El Dorado! I'll bet they got here first and tried to use mind control. But it looks like she was able to resist it... She has an exceptionally powerful aura. (gulp) Boss say Boss not got long left. Boss use up most of energy in fight... But...she just needs a rest, doesn't she? Surely she'll be fine... (gulp) Thing that live die in end. That other law of Big Beast Valley. That law of whole world, as well. No... ... Boss ask about Big. Don't worry, Boss. Big OK! "Big"?
Enter BigKwee! Kwoo... A baby...? Kwee! Kwoo!
Aww... This must be Boss's child. That right. Boss raise Big all alone... Try to make Big big like Boss. Big not big like Boss yet. Now Boss worried for Big. Poor Boss. Poor Big... Kwee! Kwee... I can hardly bear to look at him...it's too sad. Truly heartbreaking... And it's a problem for us too. We can't miximax Boss's aura with her in this weakened state.
That's a big triceratops! That Spike! Nastiest dino in Big Beast Valley! Spike always want to be boss of Big Beast Valley. Now Boss weak, Spike think he can beat Boss. Hey! That look in his eyes! He's under mind control! Kwooargh!!! Kwee!!! Boss! No! Boss too weak! She wants to defend her child... She must have found the strength from somewhere. Ach... Arion! Boss is doing exactly what she should, standing up for her child. We've got to help her drive off this great big bully! You're right, Goldie! Boss longtime friend of Sor! Sor help too! Uh, are you sure...? Sor got bright idea! Sor know how to make Spike be good dino! ...OK. We have to try. Let's do it, Sor!
Spike no be bad any more! Graaawgh...! A Fighting Spirit?! Sor's a Spirit Summoner?
It's no use. We've got no chance against a team with a dinosaur that size... He's wider than the goal! Jakey! Sor never give up. Jakey never give up, either. One more time!
Groo... Kwoo! Kwee!
Groooga. Grooo...!
Did we do it? Kwooo! Look out!
B-Boss! Bless her. She must have used the last of her power on that one attack. Stay with us, Boss! Kwee! Kwee! Boss... Gruga gragga. Groogaloo. Kwee! Kweee! (sniff) Why...? Why does Boss have to die? Non! Everything die, Jakey. Everything. ... Boss did good. Boss best dino ever... (sniff) No worry, Big. Sor take care of Big. Big grow up strong, just like Boss... (sob) (sob) I know everything dies...but this is just too flippin' sad for me, Skie! (sniff) Boss and Sor must have been really close... Aridon. Sor want to play football too. Like Aridon. Huh? Football strong! Sor must be strong! Understand? Sor not have big tusks or big claws. So Sor need get strong other way! Sor get strong and protect Big! Understand? I understand you very well, Sor. You're very welcome to train with us. Sor happy! Now all come back to home of Sor. Pa worry about Sor when sky get dark.
Gragagoo! (I've got some fine goods for you today!)
Guroorooga! (The strong survive, and the weak perish. It's a good time to be a T-Rex!) Guragagooga. (Spike ran off. He's not so tough after all!) Grooo! (You did well to get this far! You've only got little legs.)
Grogalug! Grogga? (I'm a travelling salesdino. Won't you have a look at my wares?) Guroo...Graaa!!! (Boss...) Grooroo! (I hope Big will be OK...) Grooo... (Whatchoo lookin' at? Go on. Getcha!) Grogagrog... (The water's tasting mighty good today!)
Groo! (I can show you some extraordinary move manuals if you like!) Goargh... (You on the prowl for players? Wanna join our community, Big Beast Hunters?) Gragaglaga! (Let's play that funny game with the black and white round thing again!) Gao. Groga! (You little pipsqueaks need to watch your step out here. Mind you don't get eaten.) Grugalug... (What do you runts want? Go on, clear off!) Groooo.... (Urghh... It's just so muggy!) Guragaga! (I've got a serious craving for the munchies!) Groogoo! (I was thinking of eating you, but meat doesn't agree with me. Lucky for you, I'm a herbivore.) Gurururururu... (I've got to think up a new hobby, besides bashing rocks...)
Graoogh! (Welcome to my store! Bet you didn't think there'd be shops round here, did you?) Groooo! (What are you lot traipsing about round here for?) Gaoga! (I'm looking for a lady dinosaur.) Groogroo... (So, who are your friends, Sor?) Gragagroo! (I say! The view here really is splendid!) Groo...! Grogu. (Hello, funny little creatures!) Goo! Goo! (Those nasty carnivorous dinos won't get me here!) Gragraga! (I'm starving, me!) Graga googoo. (So, how's Sor today?)
Groo! (I haven't seen you lot round here before!) Gragoo! (Wish I could swim as well! I guess I've got a bit more evolving to do.)
Target acquired. What's going on? Status of target "Boss" updated. New status: Expired. As a consequence of this event, your objective is now impossible. Abandoning your objective is the most advisable course of action. You knew about Boss? I'll bet you scoundrels are El Dorado agents, aren't you! Identify yourselves! Processing enemy request... No conflicting subroutines. Preparing to respond... Personal name: Ar Ecks. Team name: Perfect Cascade. Role: Captain. Affiliation: El Dorado. You're Perfect Cascade?! So, this is the team that the doctor warned us about. El Dorado's ultimate team. Ar Ecks. It's time to do what you've been programmed for. Smash Raimon! Executing instruction. Preparing for football battle, in accordance with Procedure 15. Get ready... Kwee...! Aridon... These humans hurt Sor friend Boss. Sor must fight them. Sor not let people hurt Sor friends! We're with you on that, Sor. That's what friends are for! And what's more, if we can defeat El Dorado's ultimate agents, then we can bring Coach Evans back, and football too! Let's do this!
(chomp chomp) (Leaves are yummy!) Grogagaga! (I've got the toughest bonce round here. I win all the head-butting tournaments!) Awaiting battle commencement. Target acquired. Initialising mission.
Possibility of Raimon victory: 0.000001> approx. [Possiblility] of escape: 0 precisely. Initialising battle routines... Information processed. On standby. Information processed. Executing mission...
Beginning mission in Practice Mode...
Urgh... They pulverised us... They went through us like we weren't even there... Confirmation of target defeat. Commencing re-upload of brain states via mind control mode... N-nooo! An unexpected error has occurred.
That was a tight spot indeed. The stickiest of jams... Dr Cryptix! You saved us, doctor. It was a close shave, but thank you. It seems that Perfect Cascade are every bit as powerful as the rumours suggested. One might even say, inhumanly powerful. We were no match for them. They rode roughshod over us... Maybe it's time we threw in the towel. We can't go up against them. They're like machines! No! Sor heart like fire! We can win! You all strong! Stronger than them. Sor know we can win. Wargh! Sor train. Team train. Train, get strong, win! Wargh! I think that boy has a lot to teach us about positive mental attitudes... Hoho! He's a lively fellow, and no mistake! Actually, there's something that I should tell you all about. Perhaps it's better to tell you while Sor's out of earshot. So it's something to do with Sor? Indeed it is.
As it transpires, the boy is in fact from our own era. A sort of temporal refugee, if you will... Explain. To be precise, he's of the generation that preceded ours, around the time that the first time machines were developed. The early days of time travel... Accidents were not uncommon at that time. As you say. We think that he may have been transported to the Cretaceous period as the result of one of those accidents. We can confirm at this point that our timeline probe discovered the wreckage of an egg-shaped escape capsule. We surmise that at the time of the accident, there was only room for the boy in the escape capsule. It's unlikely that his parents escaped. Our investigations suggest that the capsule was carried through time waves, eventually being washed up in the Cretaceous period, whereupon the capsule found its way into a clutch of eggs. The child was subsequently raised by the creature he came to call "Pa". But the child has the ability to speak. The capsule contained audio-visual devices equipped with educational programs. We believe the boy acquired language from these. Furthermore, the capsule seems to have automatically supplied the child with nutrition. He had everything that he needed to survive. An orphan adrift on the sea of time...
...And that's how our friend Sor found himself here, in the Cretaceous period. So, Sor's actually from the future... I mean, after our time? The Time Regulation Bureau are trying to identify his parents, but we really have no idea whether they survived or not. It'd be good for Sor to meet his parents... I mean, his human mother and father. Yeah... Fei? Are you OK...? What... Oh, it's nothing. Listen, it's late. I'm going to turn in. We've got some serious training ahead of us tomorrow! Uh... I guess you're right. Night. Brrr, the cold keeps waking me up... Is that...Fei? Looks like you're on your own now, Big. Just like me. I know how it feels. My parents abandoned me when I was a little kid. Daddy'll come back for me soon. Won't he? ... Daddy's not coming back. Maybe he gave you to me because he was going to leave me alone. How could he leave me? Huh? I don't know why he left. Maybe he just hated me... Well, it's not as bad for you I guess, Big. Your mum and dad will be up there somewhere, keeping watch over you... So don't worry. Things aren't as bad for you as they are for me. Kwoo...? Hmph. No, Big. Don't worry about me. And don't ever be afraid. We both know how it feels to be lonely. I've been on my own ever since I was little. I didn't let it make me sad. I never lost heart, because I always had football. That's what kept me determined to keep going forward. You can go forward too, Big. Just keep on following your path, one step at a time. Wherever it takes you! Kweee... Well, I'd better get some sleep. A-Arion! Oh! Fei... I'm sorry, I couldn't help overhearing... Fei, you're... That's right. I'm an orphan. Fei... Wait! Wakey wakey! Uhh... Sor...? What...? Pa found great training partner. Come see! A training partner? That right! Pa waiting on big plain. Hurry, go meet him! Well, it looks like we don't have a choice, Arion! We should go and take a look at this training partner!
Gragagragagoo! (Welcome to Dino Style! We're bang up to date with the latest prehistoric fashions!) Groo? (Who's that in the water? He's an ugly customer and no mistake!)
Grooo! (Roll up, roll up, we've got some cracking good stuff for sale today!)
Hello Pa! Where training partner then? Uh? A T-Rex! Pa say these Pa friends. Pa say they train you harder than you train before! Dinosaurs for training partners? Madre mía... Pa say they saw you play and they practise. So look out! Well, if I may say, what training partner could be better than a T-Rex? At the very least, you'll develop some exemplary reflexes! Get to it, kids! You don't want to lose to those pasty-faced zombies again, do you? No way! Everyone, you heard him!
Graooowgh! (We're rough and we're tough!) Gragragragagoo! (Don't worry, I won't bite!) Graowgh! (Let's get this show on the road!)
Gragagrooga! Now hold on! I want in on this training as well, y'know! Erm...? I've got the funniest feeling... I just feel full of beans, like I could conquer the world! You have to let me out on the pitch! Could it be... It could...BY GOSH!
I don't know if I'll ever get used to the idea of playing football with dinosaurs. Now, how should we attack...? Come on! I'm raring to go here! Tell me what to do! Erm...OK! Goldie, I want you to play aggressively up the left wing! Yes, Captain! Arion... I think Goldie would do more good on the right wing. Uh, OK... I... Look! The defence is weak on the right wing. We need to exploit it. Yessir! Looks like the virtuoso called it! Riccardo can read the opponent's game as a whole...amazing. He really is a natural captain...
Sor team lose. But heart still on fire. Again, again! Aridon!
There's an opening! Lemmon! Now! Here I go! I'm not letting all these boys think they can rule the roost! I'm going to show 'em what's what! Grrrrrh! Here it comes! Sorceress of the Dawn, Amaterasu! I did it! Pretty good, huh? Go go Goldie! Hup! Ho! Hup! Ho! What an incredible Fighting Spirit... Who would have thought it!
Gragagrooga!
Bye bye! Thanks! Phew... That was some training session, Sor. Thank you so much! Not thanks Sor. Thanks Pa! And Goldie found her Fighting Spirit. Isn't that great? Heh... I guess all that training finally paid off! Target re-acquired. Perfect Cascade! Transferring to suitable location, in accordance with Procedure 16. W-what?
This Big Beast Valley! Initialising terraforming procedure...
A mere football game will not suffice on this occasion. Our objective is the total destruction of Raimon. Commencing action... So, you're forcing us to play you again... Don't think we're the same team you played before, yeah? We've been training. Taking it to the max! UGG! We win. You lose! Understand!
Ka-kawwww! Kwee... They're terrifying opponents, but we're going to have to take them on somehow. We'll just have to hope that we trained enough, team! They're El Dorado's ultimate team. If we beat them, we'll probably be able to cancel out the Football Prohibition Act... You can do it, Arion! I don't like the look of this bunch of creeps one bit! The odds are not in your favour. Awaiting battle commencement.
Our prime objective is your destruction. Do you accept the terms and conditions? Information processed. On standby. Understood. Commencing battle.
We needed three calamari, like, fifteen minutes ago! It's busy. Don't just disappear again, OK? Yeah, babe. Sorry, I know. Come on then, hop to... Did you listen to a word I said, doofus? Nothing ever changes...
Whoa! Where on earth...? Like, one moment I was chopping calamari, next thing I know, I'm surrounded by dinos?! Jawsome! Looks like Raimon are hoping to take down Perfect Cascade in a no-holds-barred revenge match! Sweeeeet! Ar Ecks, smash Raimon. Instruction received. So that's Schemer Guile! Looks like he fancies himself as a bit of a hotshot, eh? No need to worry, children. Not when you've got Clark von Wunderbar acting as coach! This is just the kind of tight spot which requires my very special strategic expertise! Indeed, it's the moment you've all been waiting for! Pa say he be coach! Wh-what? Urgh... This really takes the biscuit. Usurped by a primitive reptile! Well, you're only a bear yourself! Your recent training sessions have increased your probability of victory by 0.00001%. We challenge you to a match. Resistance is futile. Bring it on! You won't beat us again. Come on, everybody! We can do it!
Surf's up in Rock Square Stadium! Raimon are about to kick off their rematch against Perfect Cascade and dude am I stoked for this one!
You won't get the better of us this time, Perfect Cascade! It's on! Negative. Your defeat is imminent. Plasma Shadow activated. It is the latest in artificially generated Fighting Spirits from El Dorado. Your chances of victory against a team armed with Fighting Spirits of this level of power are close to zero. Oof... They're too powerful... This might be the end of the line for us... Fei! Don't give up! Look! I managed to find my Fighting Spirit. So an amazing player like you should be able to fight with everything you've got, too! I'm already fighting with everything I've got! Are you sure?
We needn't worry about impacting the future in this era. There are plenty of resources around here just waiting to be exploited! Wh-what! That dino's surging at Raimon like a whitewater wave! Don't think I'd want to try and hang ten on that gnarly dude! Look at its eyes! It's been brainwashed! That not fair! Woargh!
Rawwrgh! Grooarghoo!
Big?! Grurooro! He's helping us! Looks like you did it, Big! You just carried on, even though you missed your mom so much... I know what we have to do now, Big! Let's do this...together!
Oof... It's too powerful... I'm not sure we're strong enough to take them on... Why won't you fight with your full strength?
Fei! I think you've still got a bit more power tucked away that you aren't using. You need to look to the future yourself, just like you told Big to! Fei... I know you can use Fighting Spirits and armourfy! If there was ever a time to use them, it's now! How do you know that...? What's holding you back, Fei? What is it? I...I can't... Fei, answer me! Why won't you use your Fighting Spirit? Why won't you fight with your full strength? Daddy's not coming back. Maybe he gave you to me because he was going to leave me alone. It brings back painful memories, opens up old wounds... But Sir Rabby is a really powerful Fighting Spirit, Fei! And he's pretty cute too! How can he make you think of bad things? Goldie, how could you possibly know about him...? We're all giving it everything we've got for the sake of the team. Me, Big, everyone. We're all your friends, Fei. We're giving it our all so we can protect football! Protect...football...? Are you starting to get it now? Come on! Show us all what you can do! M-my Fighting Spirit... What was I thinking? Everyone's out there, giving it everything they have, and I'm...holding back. I know what to do now, Goldie. It's time to make a stand. Like Big and everyone else on the team! Here I go! Grawwgh! Whoa? What's this! Fei Rune unleashes a totally bodacious bunny bro! Where'd he pull that from?! You did it, Fei! You summoned your Fighting Spirit! Groroo! Grooargh!
Groo! Grooorga! Grooo!
Guraow! Big, you did it! You knocked him out cold! If I'm not mistaken, conditions could be just right for a you know what! Fei! Big! Get yourselves ready!
Miximax activate!!! Grawgh! Unghh... Uh! Mixed to the max!
Big...thank you. I'm going to battle on, with the help of your power! You have achieved a significant increase in strength. However, it will not be enough to defeat us. You think this is all I have? You haven't seen the half of it... Heh heh heh! OK, Sir Rabby... It's going to be tough, but I need your help again. For the sake of my friends! Ungghh! No way, man! Fei Rune's armourfied his Fighting Spirit in one great leap! Fei! I didn't know you could armourfy! That's awesome! I wasn't trying to hide it or anything. It's just...there was a reason why I didn't want to use it. It's OK, Fei. We can't let ourselves be beaten now. I'm captain, and it's my job to make sure we get out of this fix somehow... I knew you could do it, Fei...
Goal! Fei Rune blasts home a totally tubular point for Raimon! Grooo! See, Fei? You just needed a little push. And I'll be behind you, always.
Wooargh! This football match best in whole world! Pa! You like match too? If you don't mind me saying, you two look tickled pink by all this football! I'd say you're ripe for a Miximax! Get ready, Sor! Huh?
Miximax activate!!! Waaa! Mixed to the max!
With new player Sor's mega mondo miximax, Raimon are harnessing a radical groundswell! Can they turn it around in the second half?
Ar Ecks. I think we're going to have to respond to this in kind. Switch from Practice Mode to Normal Mode. Instruction received. Switching modes. Increasing ability parameters. What...? You mean...you weren't even giving it your all? If "giving it your all" is understood to mean "playing to maximal capacity", then the answer is "no". We merely matched our ability parameters to yours. Some capacity has been kept in reserve.
They're too strong. It's almost like there's nothing we can do. Come on, you lot. Pull yourselves together! If we let their movements mess with our formation, we don't stand a chance! We need to defend our own zones! You have a point, Sol. I forgot you used to be Universal's captain. Come on! Get a grip! Stand firm against the opponent's advance! If you give in to thoughts like that, then you don't stand a chance! Spoken like the true captain of Team Zero... Compared to you I'm...
Sor do it! Sor! Sor! Woargh! If I may take the liberty of saying so, they're a rather uncouth family, aren't they? Hmph...
Nothing seems to be working. I'm the captain. It's all my fault... Aridon! This not time for face like that. No excuse for give up. Aridon sort it!
These guys are in a league of their own... But we can't give up now! I've made up my mind! I came this far with Arion for the sake of saving football. That's why I'm here! I've got to get stronger, got to dig deep for something bigger and better! Grawwwgh! Sun Deity, Apollo! Armourfy! They're so strong... And yet, I feel some kind of power welling up inside me! It's within me, I know it! The will to become ever greater, beyond the ultimate! Let all here bear witness to the future of my Fighting Spirit! Look out! Sacred Serpent, White Wyvern! Armourfy! Sol/Bailong! You did it! You armourfied! Yeah! Time to get going! Come on! That's right. Now let's do this!
What a goal! Bailong/Daystar blasts home a blazing shot in his gleaming spirit armour! Raimon are really riding on their momentum! Sol, that was amazing! If we keep this up, we might have a chance after all! You're good, Bailong.
What? They've mobilised! Ar Ecks, I've just received an urgent communiqué from Chairman Argos. Withdraw immediately. Understood. We will return to the headquarters to receive new instructions. Match aborted. They're leaving...?
Uhh... Did we drive them off? I don't think so. It's more like we were bugs that they didn't have time to squish. But we rose to the challenge. We can be proud. That's right. We were able to take on El Dorado's strongest team. We did well. If we train, we can still win. We can restore football and Coach Evans. R-right... Sor, it was a perplexing old pickle, but I managed to find your family in the future! We can take you back to them, if you so desire! Family...? That's great, Sor! Do you understand? It means you can go back home! Um... Sor sorry... Sor cannot go back to people family. Quoi...? Sor like living here. Sor already have family! Hmmm... The boy has a point. Who's to say that a life in my time is any better than one here? I'll explain things to your family in the future. You can meet them when you're good and ready. Thank you Dodger Cross-stitch! You really big help for Sor! Thank you big! Not at all, my presently post-prehistoric boy! But right now...Sor want go with Aridon. Sor want go with you because...with you is really big fun! Like, groogroograga! Understand? Really? Are you sure? Pa! Sor go away, but Sor be really strong when come back. Strong like Pa! Well, it looks as though Sor knows exactly what he wants. Arion, I think we've just made a new friend, and a powerful one at that! Yeah! It'll be great fun having Sor around! Well, team, we'd better head back to the present. To the TM Bus!
Gree... The future isn't set in stone, children. You can still do something to change the course of events. Don't forget that!
WHERE. ARE. YOU??? Are you out having a walk along the beach or something? If I see you with that surfboard I SWEAR! There's a queue out the door, you know! Awesome, our business is booming!
Groogagooga! (Big's going to be a really great boss when he's a bit bigger!)
Guroo...Graaa!!! (Big's going to be a great boss, I just know it!) Grooo! (I work hard good!) Groo? (Hey. What's up?)
Kwoo... Big. I guess this is it... Do you think it's OK to leave him? You were looking after him, right? Big be OK. When Sor see Big out there fighting, Sor know that Big look after himself. Big must get big, like Boss. Big must become big boss of Big Beast Valley. Big job, very important. Understand? Big must be big boss by his own. Understand? Sor understand that when Boss die. Big understand that too. Big really strong! But he's only just lost his mother. Don't you think he still needs a little support? Huh? Maybe Big okay. Mother gone, but made new friend! You did really good, Big. I saw it. Groo... I'm going to have to go now, Big. But I know you can do it. I know you'll grow up and be a great boss of Big Beast Valley. I'm going to take a leaf out of your book, Big. I'm going to keep fighting on! Kwee...
Kwoookwaaa!!! It's like he's saying goodbye... Big...I won't forget you. Goodbye, Big! You'll be fine! Kwookwaaa!!! Big say he make promise. What kind of promise? I think he promised to grow up big and strong so that he can stand up to anything... That much dinosaur, I can understand.
Let's make like an atom and split! To the present day!
New software installed. Upgrade successful. Preparing for next match... Just in time. As we speak, El Dorado Headquarters is under attack from the Hyper-Evolved Children. You're the only ones that can hold them back! Understood. We will apply maximal capacity.
You're cornered, Argos. ... Sir! This is Simeon Ayp, the ringleader of the Hyper-Evolved Children. Oh, Gramps, you remembered me. Maybe I should be flattered. This is absurd. Leading children in a war against the entire world. Hehe... Absurd? I don't think so, old man. Otherwise you wouldn't have tried so hard to wipe us out. It was football that caused our hyper-evolution. That's why you've been trying to tear it out of the timeline, no? To be fair, that's pretty lame isn't it, old man? Uh... So what if we're children? Why should that make a difference? Starting from now, we're going to follow the laws of nature. The strong survive. The weak...perish. Chairman Argos. Sorry to have kept you waiting. Huh?
Fei, what's up? You wanted to talk to me. Goldie...who are you? I mean, really? I haven't told anyone about my Fighting Spirit, ever. But you knew all about it somehow. How? Hehe... If you've gone to all the trouble of getting a Fighting Spirit, it's a big waste not to use it, silly billy! Answer my question! Hang in there, Fei. I know you can do it, easy-peasy! W-wait, Goldie! Just who are you, Goldie Lemmon?
When you armourfy a Fighting Spirit, you'll get some FSP back, and when you Mix 'n' Match, you'll get some FP back. That's not going to mean much if you've already got full FP and FSP, so it's better if you do it a bit later. Sometimes you have no choice, though. I guess the important thing is the timing!
Scanning opponents: Hyper-Evolved Children. Entering Battle Mode... Oh, keep your shirt on. We aren't taking you on today. We came to give you a warning. Explain. You've altered the timeline to try and wipe us out, but you won't succeed. It's impossible. You won't be able to beat Arion and his team. Your analysis is flawed. Our victory is guaranteed with 100% certainty. It is only a matter of time before the timeline is revised. Oh yeah? I think you've underestimated them, my friend. I don't believe you came here just to say that. What are you going to do? Wipe us out? Not today, Pops. Actually, you're pretty wide of the mark. We were hoping we could find a way to co-exist. We've got a proposal for you. Hear us out. I'm listening. Well, more like, "an offer you can't refuse". Heh...
So...why do you think Perfect Cascade forfeited the match? Well, it didn't look like we scared them off with our football. They were loads stronger than us. In fact, they said they still had power in reserve. My guess is that something happened in their time, 200 years from now. That seems the most likely explanation. It must have been pretty urgent... What do you think it was? That's as much of a mystery to me as it is to you. Well, one thing's for certain. We aren't going to figure it out by standing here and worrying. We need to focus on the next match. He's right. Those matches have shown us what our weak points are. We need to train to beat Perfect Cascade. He's right. We're going to have to take on Perfect Cascade again. And we've got no choice but to beat them. Riccardo and Sol/Bailong are really taking charge. But I'm supposed to be the captain... It's my job as captain to get them fired up. If I can't do that myself, we're in trouble. Are you OK, Arion? You look a bit out of it. What...? N-no, I'm fine. OK. Well, if something's up, you know you can always talk to me about it. Well, actually... What do you think a captain is for? A captain? Hmm, that's a tough question. Let me think about it. Guys! Time for a meeting! Sorry for springing such a weird question on you. Forget it. Come on, let's go to the meeting! Hope he's OK.
Good to see you all! Without further ado, let's hear about our next target. Please enlighten us, Mr Evans! Harrumph! Right. The ninth power: "A fantasy sweeper who, although a ferocious monster, is blessed with vast wisdom and intelligence." And the tenth: "A midfield monarch with immovable courage and unshakeable power, who unites the nation." In my mind, two eminent figures in particular fit the bill perfectly: the Queen of Dragons...and King Arthur! Er...but... Seriously? It's no joke! When I was in hospital in Tonghana, there was a lad in the next room, and he had a picture book. It was a storybook all about the old Arthurian legend. I read it all the way through. Stirring stuff, it was! As it happens, I have that book right here. "King Arthur and the Knight's Apprentice." The tale begins with an apprentice arriving in a village near Arthur's castle with nothing but his dream to become a Knight of the Round Table. Yeeeah, I think you kind of need some level of skill to be a knight... Intéressant. Is that another apprentice with him? That's right. He's hoping to become a Knight of the Round Table as well. They made friends on the journey to the village. Is that King Arthur? The man himself! And those are his Knights of the Round Table by his side. The apprentices have to fight them first, to prove they're worthy of joining. Sort of like the football trial you had. Ah! Could that be the Queen of Dragons? That's her. The Black Knight bewitched her and put her under his yoke, then rode on her back to the castle and snatched away the princess. And that's where it really starts to heat up! King Arthur took on the Queen of Dragons. It was a heck of a showdown! Sor like that story! Set Sor heart on fire! Woargh! Hah, a man after my own heart! Now, King Arthur had incredible charisma, so he was able to bring together a group of elite knights. And the Queen of Dragons possessed an other-[wordly] wisdom, beyond that of a mortal human. Yes, both of them were truly amazing. So, do you mean that you chose these fairy-tale characters for the Ultimate Eleven team? That's right, lad! And nothing else even comes close! Do I have to be the one to say it? We can't time jump to something that's make-believe! It's impossible! Hoho! Not necessarily! Mensch! Don't scare me like that! There may well be such things in parallel worlds. In other worlds, beyond time, there may be a place where fantasy is reality! If we can find a suitable artefact in this world, then we just might be able to find a way over to those realms that exist outside our history! You mean if we find something to connect us with King Arthur, we can time jump straight into a fairy tale? Hoho! Just as you say, Rosie! Really? Wow! But, Dr Cryptix! No one knows for sure if King Arthur was even a real person. How are we going to find an artefact for him? He's got a point. There might not even BE an artefact! I might be able to help with that. Really? I've got this uncle, and he's super rich! He's a big antiques collector, so he's got King Arthur's crown! Amazing, right? What, his actual crown? The genuine article! I'll just pop over and borrow it off him. You guys go and wait for me at the bus! OK, everyone! Let's head to the TM Bus! What? Where Dodger Cross-stitch go? That's the doctor for you! Here one minute, gone the next.
Do you think Goldie's uncle really has King Arthur's crown? It sounds too good to be true! The land of Camelot... I'm quite envious, you know. I wish I could go with you! Did you see the fairies in the picture book? Ooh, I hope I can catch them on camera! A fantasy world, eh? Fingers crossed we get some fancier clothes this time! I wouldn't mind being decked out like a princess! ...What's that face for? 'Scuse you! We'd have to be stark raving mad to try jumping to a fictitious world... Might as well give it a go!
Me Sor! Sor happy! easy_peasy.ipc Sor, you can write?! How is he able to do that?! Howay, man! How'd he even get his paws on a mobile, like?! The good doctor was kind enough to improvise a communication device for Sor, it seems.
I have one custard pudding for each of you. Come and get 'em! Ooh! Don't mind if I do! Has anyone seen Sor? Why? Did something happen? Yeah, he took my pudding and ran off with it! Mine too! Blimey. No one's safe! I'll say one thing, though - the kid's a quick one! He totally outran me! Hah. The fleet-footed fool. He nicked your grub too, Bailong? Untrue! I gave mine away. Willingly. I need to find Sor right away. It's urgent. Very urgent.
Welcome to the Windsor Cabal! We're all great people, so would you like us to play football for you? Once all this business is sorted, we should have a party to celebrate. I'll cook us up some scrummy food!
Sports club players get injured a lot, don't they? I played by the rules, but our opponents were really rough and I got injured. Call me crazy if you want, but I think that if you respond in kind you're as bad as them. That's why I'm sticking to playing fairly, the Raimon way!
OK, let's wait for Goldie to get here. Hey guys! Here's the crown! Wow! But...what if it's not actually King Arthur's crown? Right? Looks like a fake to me. Wheesht, you! It's the real thing! It got passed down from father to son by King Arthur's descendants. Seems we've no choice but to trust Goldie's uncle. Let's just use it as an artefact and see where it takes us. That's all very well, but what if something goes wrong? Goldie? What is it, Fei? Sorry, but I'm not sure that I buy that story about your rich uncle. Oh, you figured me out, smarty-pants. It was a little bit of a fib. But why? That's the thing I can't work out. It's a big secret! You'll know soon enough, but I can't let the cat out of the bag just yet! Just try and forget about it for now. Let's just concentrate on our next adventure in King Arthur's realm, shall we?
I showed him how to type and he just picked it up in a flash. InaLink fun! Sor link dino friends, too! arion_cheer.ipc Umm... Can he do that? Not until dinosaurs grow opposable thumbs... He's missing the whole point and yet he uses InaPics like a pro... Sor like drawings! Make Sor happy! sam_thumbs_up.ipc
Pudding-related, by any chance? lolol Shut up! I have a sweet tooth, OK? Don't worry, Kaiser! Let's team up and find him! I caught Sor! Well done, Arion! Sorry I eat all pudding. I do not again. fei_sorry.ipc He said sorry, guys. Can we let him off? I guess there's not much else we can do. As long as he's learnt his lesson. Theft of food is the worst kind of theft. Next time I no eat. I sit wait for pudding of Sor.
Welcome to Pure Lunar Sea! You'd be crazy not to expand your circle of friends with us around! How about it?
Oh, are you back for a grand old time in the capital? Capital stuff, haw haw! I'm glad you've taken such a shine to our city!
Grooga! (This is my territory, right? So clear off, or else!) Gragoo! (Wish I could swim as well! I guess I've got a bit more evolving to do.) Googra... (If I'm ever going to do it, I'm going to have to take the plunge one day.)
Grooaoo! (I'm training to be the next boss... So look out, Big!) Gaoga! (I'm looking for a lady dinosaur.) Gaggagroo! (I prefer 'em with shorter tails. But nothing beats a great personality!) Groogogroo! (Nice to see Sor's still pretty high up the food chain!) Grooga... (Hope I can learn to fly like that lot. Must take a bit of evolving, mind...) Grooo... Grog! (I always keep my horns nice and polished. You can see your face in 'em!) Gorogarog... (Hey, I'm hiding here. Ssh! You'll give the game away!) Goo... (It's a hard life out here. I spend half the day running away from T-Rexes.) Grugo! (I don't fancy your chances, you funny, hairy little things. Not like us mighty dinos!) Goo goo! (I'm trying to make sure I don't get trodden on by one of these big oafs!)
(chooomp chomp chomp) (Too yummy...can't...stop...om nom!) Groograga! (I could smash every rock in this valley with my head. You'd better believe me!)
Greegagoo! (Hey! Look! Try looking into the water!) Googra! (You'll see a dino that looks just like me. Weird, huh?)
Groooo!
Groo... Groo! (Bah! I bet Big's going to grow up to be an even bigger boss than his mum.)
I wonder if this artefact can really take us into a fantasy world. Yeah, it's kind of scary... Time to get going!
To King Arthur's realm! Excelsior!
Travelling through time into a fairy tale is pretty crazy, even for us! Hey, I should have asked earlier. Does this story have a happy ending? The young apprentice defeats the Black Knight and is dubbed a knight by King Arthur. That's a relief! What kind of person was the apprentice? Waaa! What's happening? I-I'm afraid I don't know, children. The bus's instruments seem to have gone stark raving mad! Maybe this is what happens when you try and time jump with a dodgy artefact. We don't even know if it's the real deal or not! Hey! It really is King Arthur's crown, OK? Wonderbot, are we going to make it? Unngh! ...I'm...not sure... Everyone, keep calm! It's no good! I can't control it! Wargh!
Open your eyes, if you can! Prithee, young squire, awake! What? Where...? Wh-what happened? Where am I? This is my house, young squire! You fell by the wayside right in front of it. All I remember is the TM Bus starting to shake during the time jump... My name is Lunete. By what name should I call you, squire? I'm Arion, Arion Sherwind! Thank you for helping me, Lunete! Actually...I came here with some friends. You wouldn't have heard anything about them, by any chance? Friends...? No, forgive me. You were alone, apart from a strange little bear. Bear...? Wonderbot! There's certainly an awful lot to be said for a well-timed nap... Oh, Arion! Good morning. Wonderbot... Am I glad to see you! Look at this house! It's just like the house in that storybook. And that girl... Good gravy! Then we can take it as a given that the time jump was a success. We've made it to a realm where King Arthur really exists... It looks that way... But what about everyone else? I hope they're OK. I daresay that they've been plonked down somewhere in this world too. We must find them and regroup! You're right. But first, I just want to ask Lunete here a few things.
Come on, chop chop! Let's ask Lunete and then get a move on!
Thanks for rescuing Wonderbot, Lunete. Why, it is no trouble. My mother and father always taught me to offer kindness and sanctuary to travellers. Where are your mother and father right now? Oh, they'll be toiling in the fields. Thanks to King Arthur and the Queen of Dragons, there's to be a muckle goodly harvest this year! The Queen of Dragons? Why, 'tis she who brings down the rains and tells us which seeds to sow. She is a mighty blessing for this land. Well, I think this confirms that we've arrived in a fantasy realm. Splendid! Perhaps you should make haste, young squire, if it please you. Wh-who? Me? Forsooth, I spoke not to the bear! The Knight's Trial will be starting soon. Tarry not! Where is the Knight's Trial? Why, it is in His Majesty's castle, of course! You surely hope to join His Majesty at the Round Table. No! I mean, uh, not really. It's all starting to make sense! Our time jump created the parallel world that we find ourselves in now. And not only that, but the timeline has somehow swapped the characters in the picture book with us! Fascinating! You mean...? You've become the hero of the storybook. You're the apprentice knight! Wh-what...? That's crazy! It is crazy! But nevertheless, I expect you're going to have to present yourself to the king and take the Knight's Trial! Then I must be the apprentice knight's companion. Yes! A second noble-hearted apprentice. At last, a fitting role for me! I may only be a peasant, but I'm sure it's a fine and lofty thing to be a knight. You oughtn't tarry! The castle is north of the village. Go! Indeed! Come on, Arion, let's go. We have an appointment with destiny! I hope you'll make it onto the Round Table. 'Tis a great honour to be a knight! Oh, Arion! This is truly exciting! We're going to take the Knight's Trial together! Tickled pink, I am!
I hope you'll make it onto the Round Table. 'Tis a great honour to be a knight! Oh, Arion! This is truly exciting! We're going to take the Knight's Trial together! Tickled pink, I am!
There's a special mushroom that grows in these parts, yet it sprouts not but once in every ten summers. "Muscaria", they call it. How it looks or tastes, I could not say. But mayhap one day, I should chance upon it! Prithee, if you find that mushroom, then bring swift word to me! I am not desirous of a life in the fields. But oh, to be one of the king's knights! Indeed, I thought to take the test today, but they told me to come back when I was old enough to wear long breeches. A fine young squire like you will be headed to the castle, no doubt. The trial is a tough reckoning, I've heard, but keep faith! You have the look of an apprentice knight. May luck favour you! 'Tis not for me, swashbuckling and the like. I am content to tend my sheep. Yes, just me, the sheep, and my faithful sheepdog, Alfie. What more could a poor shepherd boy ask for? Woof woof! (A paragon of sheepdogs am I, 'tis true!) Baaaaaaaa. Baa-aa-aa! Bah. It's sure to be a muckle big harvest this year, thanks to the gracious blessing of the Queen of Dragons!
We've got some muckle sturdy equipment here! Please, have a look! I can sense you're fighting men! if you want an edge in battle, sirrah, you'll need to learn a few new tricks... Good morrow, sir! If you have a moment, you should have a look at my wares! I'm not too old to kick a pigskin ball around, you know, squire! I've been having a penalty contest with her from over yon field all day! We've taken a dozen shots between us, but not missed a single one! We've got to finish it today. Can't let her think she's as good as me. When I was your age, I showed up all the boys, because I could kick a pigskin ball much further than any one of them! It was a great big dragon, I tell you! I dropped my sword and ran for it. I'm sorry to say, I'm too old for swashbuckling now. 'Twas naught but the Queen of Dragons, Grandfather! She is a kindly blessing to our land. She would not assault us so!
Arion! Fei! Glad to see you made it in one piece. Wonderbot, this place is... Yes! It's King Arthur's realm. Just like in the storybook. We've been inserted into King Arthur's realm as chivalrous apprentice knights! Are you not impressed? Ah, I get it. So, Arion is the main character? That's right! And I'm the apprentice knight's companion, equal in valour and ambition! Erm...I hate to say it, but I think you might be wrong about that. Remember what was in the book? We're wearing matching clothes. I think I'm the other apprentice knight. So, that makes me...the apprentice knight's servant? No! Bah! Hey, come on, Wonderbot! It's not so bad. It's fun to be a character in a storybook, no matter what part you're playing, right? But what are we supposed to do now? Well, the central character in a story usually always has some sort of mission to accomplish. There's probably something that you're supposed to do in this realm, Arion. Like what? I'm sure we'll find out soon enough. Anyway, the Knight's Trial is just about to start. Let's get to the castle!
Where are you all? Please reply! I'm with Arion! I'm tagging along with Arion and Wonderbot, too.
Protect the peace! Act now and make a stand against football! Football bringeth destruction to the world! Welcome to Forest First! Let me introduce you to some [of] children of the forest. No one loves nature more than this bunch! Haha, worry not, young squire. It is but a bracing walk to the castle. It'll put hairs on your chest, as they say! Hurgh! I've a good haul of firewood here. Would that it were not so heavy... Behold! Atop this hill is the castle of our most noble ruler, King Arthur! If thou hast business with the king, hurry, now! Who dost thou think thou are, to keep thy sovereign waiting? I was stalking a rabbit, then I startled it and the blaggard fled! And now it hath brought me hither... If you seek the castle, you're a little off course as well. It lies to the west, atop yonder hill.
So this is King Arthur's castle. This is where you two will be undergoing the Knight's Trial, I'll wager! If I've understood correctly, we'll need to pass this trial so that we can meet up with everyone else. That's what I'd guess from the story. Right! Well, let's get in there and pass! What are we waiting for!
You snooze, you lose football...forever! The king is wise indeed. He built his castle on high ground so that it would be easy to defend against any enemy fool enough to try to attack. The other sides of the castle are protected by the river and sheer cliffs. I doubt any of the few roguish knaves in this land will try their luck. [Tis] true that we've enjoyed many years of peace thanks to the wisdom of our king. But that's no excuse to stop training! Ah, how marvellous it is to be a knight, and to be garrisoned at the most noble castle of the king. And the sun - how bright she shines...! You look like an apprentice knight, m'lad! But soft! There be a lot more to being a knight than merely looking like one, you know! If you wish to take the test, then pray go through yonder gate. May fortune favour your blade!
There's no one here... Are we the only ones taking the test, I wonder? It seems that way. Well, it's about to start! We're counting on you to pass this! Got it!
That must be King Arthur! Well met! Are you the youths who aspire to my Round Table? You must prove yourself in the Knight's Trial. First, you must meet the pride of our realm... Knights of the Round Table! Come hither! We are the Knights of the Round Table! If you think you have what it takes to join us...then we will test you in open combat! But...but the knights! It's Raimon?!
Valiant youths, prithee, your names! Your Majesty! This is Fei Rune, and I'm Arion Sherwind! Verily, those are noble-sounding names. There is always a place for a worthy knight at my Round Table, Sherwind, Rune. You will set yourselves in battle against the flower of English chivalry - my Knights of the Round Table. Show courage. Thank you, Your Majesty! Very well! Let the trial begin! By my decree, today's trial will be...football! Football? How come? The time jump... When the parallel world was created, it must have also inserted our concept of football into the story! So, we're going to take everyone on at football. Prepare thyselves for the trial, would-be knights! Riccardo's a Knight of the Round Table...!
Football is a vile, insipid sport and we must flush it out! Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild! Prithee, strengthen your team with our brave knights!
You all look pretty good as knights! It's much fancier than the armour in the middle ages. I could get used to this!
Riccardo, you know who we are, right? Sì, don't worry. We all still have our memories from the main timeline. That's a relief. It was quite a shock when I saw you all in armour! Heh. So you're the team captain, but here you're only an apprentice. How are you liking that, Arion? Um... Something wrong? I was only teasing. O-oh, no, it's nothing... Somehow, we managed to jump just before the parallel world was created. That's why we're all characters in this storybook world. This is unlike anything we've seen so far. We've been individually built into the story. Pretty amazing, really. Certamente. I think for the time being we have no choice but to go with the flow and play the roles that we've been given. You mean, we should try and follow the plot of the storybook? He's got a point. If we mess up the way things are supposed to be here, we could destroy the fabric of the parallel world! That sounds bad! Agreed. So we have to play out our roles here. That's the only way we're going to make it out of this world. And don't forget, we still have to gather the Ultimate Eleven. We need the powers of the Queen of Dragons and King Arthur. Yeah! I haven't forgotten! OK! Well, come and tell me when you're ready to start the Knight's Trial.
Sorry for not replying sooner. I still can't believe YOU are the Knights of the Round Table!
We're the Knights of the Round Table, and we play football whene'er we're able! It's on! Well, come and tell me when you're ready to start. Gather ye round! The 25th Round Table Knight's Trial will commence forthwith! We'll have to fight this one with my duplies, Arion. You'd better pick the line-up. Hey, look! It's Skie! Aww, Skie gets to be Princess Elaine! Arion! Y-yes? We've got to play this game for real. If we fake it, King Arthur will smell it a mile off. Got it! No holding back. Let's do this, guys! We have to do whatever it takes to pass this test. Haha! These youths certainly seem to have promise. I look forward to putting them to the test! Yes, Father. Arion! Fei! Go for it! I mean...prithee, let us know your honour!
Gabi! Roma! Form a pincer movement up each wing! Goldie! Now! Attack from the front! Now, push forward! I'm going to use Virtuoso! Riccardo's amazing... He can survey the whole pitch with a single glance! How do you even get to be like that?
What's wrong, you two? You aren't going to pass this test if you carry on playing like that! You guys are good, but we can do it. Everyone! Time for the big push! Erm...yeah.
Why can't I be as good as Riccardo...? Raimon are tough opponents to play against, but we need to pass the test. Show some spirit for the Sherwinds! Hmph. Yeah. You're right! Fei! Arion! We're counting on you!
Cease the trial. I have seen everything I need to make my judgement.* What is it to be, Your Majesty? You have shown ample spirit. Welcome to the Round Table! We did it, Arion! We're Knights of the Round Table! Yeah! Victory is not the only way to discern who is worthy. The true knight is one who keeps going forward, even in the face of defeat. King Arthur really was watching us closely... Well done, you two. I think we've taken the story to the end, right? Hark, a grim alarum!
Queen of Dragons! Elaine. Get inside! Oh! Yes! Elaine! Look out! Goldie! No! If you want to see this one again, come to Griever's Grotto...if you dare!
No! They took Goldie! I should not have suffered this to happen. Who dares abduct one of my knights! This is a grave insult! Knight Senior! Call a conference of the Round Table! Yes, Your Majesty!
I picked some mightily tasty fruits in the forest today! I'm going to bake them into a lovely tart for tonight! Once it's done, it shall have a really nice fruity bouquet to go with its sweet flavour. My tarts are the envy of all the land! This tart's so good that I'll need to stay on my toes to guard it against pie-snafflers. Looks like everyone's gone inside the castle! We'd better follow them! I pray that Dame Goldie comes to no harm... Ah, there must be some mistake! How could such a thing happen? Oh, would that it were not true! The Queen of Dragons took Dame Goldie... The dread Queen of Dragons went for Princess Elaine, but there was nothing I, sworn knight as I am, could do to help... Alas, I feel I have failed in my chivalric duty...
Was that thing that harried us the noble Queen of Dragons? How can it be? 'Tis boggling indeed. I never looked upon that gracious queen with such fear, ere today. B-but, this is unheard of! The Queen of Dragons has never attacked us before! The Queen of Dragons is wise and just. Perhaps we did something to anger her...
Attacked by the Queen of Dragons? Ha! I don't think so, young knight. The Queen of Dragons is the most noble protector of our land! I heard you passed the Knight's Trial, young squire! I suppose I had better start calling you "Sir". You should be happy to have received such an honour and bounty from the king. Why look ye so glum? Haoow! (What is the matter? Do you have fleas?) 'Twas a mighty long way off, and my eyes be not what they used to, but I'm sure I saw a big black blot streak across the sky a while ago. I suppose it must have been the Queen of Dragons. Surely, naught else so large can soar in the heavens.
I hear you passed the Knight's Trial. Mayhap I should call you "Sir Arion" now!
A knight must keep not only his sword sharp, but also his skill. You should consider investing in one of my manuals of technique, sir! A dusty hearth is a nest for mischievous imps and wicked sprites, my mother used to tell me. So I'll sweep away every last speck! The Hall of the Round Table is up ahead. Off you go, then! 'Tis my duty to prevent any ruffians, blaggards or rapscallions from passing through here. What are you looking at, ruffian! If you've come here looking for some trouble, then I can assure you, you've found it! Oh, sorry, I wasn't talking to you. I was just practising my scary knight voice. What do you think? Did it chill you to the marrow?
Gather ye all. Be seated. The Round Table conference begins herewith! The Queen of Dragons is known for her sagely wisdom. Why she would offer aggression to our kin, I know not. What could be happening to make her act this way? It is not yet clear to us, Knight. It could be a forewarning of a great doom that will be visited upon the land. A great doom? I don't like the sound of that... We must determine the truth of this grave matter. To wit, we must enter Griever's Grotto, the lair of the Queen of Dragons. One of our number, Dame Goldie, has been taken, so we must go to her aid. If I am pushed to it, I shall use Excalibur against the Queen of Dragons, though it ill behoves me. Excalibur... Where have I heard that name? It is my sacred blade. It hath the power to cleave all asunder. Behold! Excalibur! Gadzooks! It is very - how do you say - rusty! This is Excalibur? Indeed. It bears the scars of many battles to defend the land, but it also seems that its magical energy has waned. You're really going to take on a dragon with that sword? Fear not, Sir Arion. This blade has stood me in good stead all these years. I have smitten many vile beasts with its tempered edge. First we must find the Lady of the Lake, and entreat her to lend us her magical power. Father! Let me go with you! Goldie risked her life to save me. Please, Father! If you're going to rescue her, I should come with you! Very well, Elaine. You may accompany us. Thank you, Father! The Lady of the Lake lives in the Pool of Spirits. Beyond the bridge, the way is too steep to travel on foot, so we go by coach! My coachman awaits you at the main castle doors. Get ye hence, without delay!
Hello, Sir Knight, did you hear? There's a travelling fortune teller visiting. One who never gets it wrong... I might pop down for a reading myself. What I'd really like to know is if I'd be a good match for a Knight of... Erm! Forget I said anything! I wonder if that fortune teller will ever come hither again... I hope Goldie's alright... Knights, go forth. A chariot and coachman await you at the main castle doors. Tut, tut, this won't do... The statue's all dusty. It'll need another once over. I hope Dame Goldie fares well. 'Twas a terrible thing, her being snatched away like that. Verily, I feel safe here. We have the king and his loyal knights to protect us. If you're heading out, though, please be careful. Travelling around Camelot can be perilous.
Groooo... Sor want eat pudding more... Never mind. I'll make some more when I get home. Yes, yes! I eat pudding of Sam every day! Eh, every day?! Bosh! I like this idea! Haha, looking forward to it, Sammy! So I'm the team cook now, am I?!
I do what I can to keep the castle clean. I hope that it gladdens the king's heart to return to a cleanly swept hall. While the king's away, we must be extra vigilant against those who would seek to make mischief in the quarters of the castle.
Will Princess Elaine be going with you? It is so selfless of her to risk herself like that! But with His Majesty and the Senior Knight by her side, she will be in safe hands. You're off to help Dame Goldie, aren't you? Take care out there! The king has put his faith in me to guard the castle while he and his men are out questing. 'Tis truly... (yawn) an honour...
Hey! Where's this coachman geezer, then? Mind who you're calling a geezer, big gob! Jade! You're the coachma- Erm, I mean...coachdriver? Must be. She did turn up right on cue! So you lot get knighthoods, and I get to be a coach driver, carting you sorry bunch about! Perfect! Hear, hear! How did I end up as a lowly servant? I should have been a knight too. What a royal mess! Yeah, you're telling me. Listening to you two whining on about it is doing my head right in! Knights! The time has come to venture forth! Cross the bridge and head to the east. There, we shall find the Pool of Spirits! Yes, Your Majesty!
The Pool of Spirits? Make east o'er the bridge. You can't miss it.
Oi! So how come I didn't get to be a knight or a princess or something? YOU WERE BORN TO BE A COACH DRIVER JADE IT'S YOUR CALLING!!!! How about I just dump you by the road, Roma?
Grimwell's a pretty nice village, despite the name! I think it's all thanks to the Queen of Dragons. Dragons... We really are in a fantasy land! But what would happen if someone slays the Queen of Dragons? I guess the crops would stop growing?
A lake full of spirits? I don't like the sound of that... Never mind that - why's this stupid carriage so shaky? Urgh... Rolly box rolls! Sor like! Aitor, if you get travel sick, maybe you should stop looking at your phone? I take it this is Sor's first time in a carriage, then? It's the first time for most of us, I'll bet. BOSH! True, that.
I saw an apparition at yonder lake! It had the likeness of a fair maiden. I thought to call out to her... But then she vanished, just like that! They say that spirits and sprites like to play in the water. And she was as beautiful as an angel. If I could but look upon her mystical form once more... Welcome to the Water of Life society! Our members are blessed by supernatural forces and can harness special powers! We don't see the dragon round Grimwell very often. And even then, only from a great distance. But today I did sight her, bound for the castle. Has she perhaps business with our king? A black dragon flew across the sky... In faith, I feared for my life! It looked like the Queen of Dragons, but I can believe it no, for she is snowy white. The Pool of Spirits, eh? It's on the other side of that river. You should be careful. Terrifying, unearthly forces are at work in there... D-d-dragon! It was black as night and flew off towards yon mountain! Hm. Could His Majesty be partial to mushrooming too, perhaps? It's dangerous in that cave. If you're looking for mushrooms, you had better look for them out here.
As far as I'm concerned, football can hop it! Bah, there's no justice in this world. None at all! There are some barbarous villains at work in this kingdom, and the king pardons them. I break one piffling chandelier, and the king sends me out here to pull up weeds. I mean, who cares about weeds, out here? Ah, this is just my luck. Getting on the wrong side of the king and sent all the way out here... Miaow! (It's good mouse hunting round here. Yum!)
The Pool of Spirits has a certain beauty to it. So what kind of spirits live round here, anyhow? Um, do you two really need to be here? You've got your own roles in this world, right? Maybe you should go and drive a coach or something? Sorry, Aitor, could you repeat that? I'm having trouble caring. Alright, alright... Knights! Let us go forth and entreat the Lady of the Lake to restore Excalibur's magical power!
Coo! Coo! (Good sirs! Refrain from touching my wings!) Chirp... (I'm sprucing them up. Spoileth not my new 'do!)
O, Lady of the Lake, I implore thee! Restore the sacred power of Excalibur! Call me Vivienne the Fair. Or just Viv for short. Teehee! R-Rosie?! Looks like Rosie got the Lady of the Lake role, then! Rosie, have you seriously got it in you to restore Excalibur's magical power? I must do - it's what I'm here for, I suppose! Magic, magic, all around,/Make this sword blade strong and sound! Excalibadabra! Ooh! It's working! I feel a bit tingly! Teehee! Is that really magic, though? It's restored! Look, everyone! It's Excalibur! Vivienne the Fair, pray accept our deepest thanks! Now we can make a stand against the Queen of Dragons!
You aren't horrible really, are you, Your Majesty? You're a nice dragon. And you're great pals with King Arthur, right? You can't scare me. I know you're a big softy. You haven't got the eyes of a bad 'un! Oh, you poor, poor dragon! That nasty Black Knight has you cursed, doesn't he? He's controlling you! It's OK, my friends are going to come and help you. You'll be as right as rain in no time!
Goldie Lemmon's found herself in some peril over in that new parallel dimension. We've checked extensively, but we still don't know who this girl is. From what we can gather, someone is blocking all timelines associated with her. Someone? Who? And why? This is as yet unclear. But what we can say for certain is that her presence is having a significant influence on Raimon's behaviour. So, perhaps her true identity is somehow inextricably linked with Raimon... Could that be possible?
Knights! We must head forthwith to Griever's Grotto! Prepare your hearts for a mighty battle! Dragons are fun! I want to go too! Come on, guys! We need to remember our roles here, yeah?
Griever's Grotto, eh? Well, it's north of here, I heard. Bah! Why does Rosie get to be the fairy? I could have done that. Imagine - the great Clark von Wunderbar...with wings!
Rosie, how are you moving those wings? Those wings... Do they move? What, like this? Wey aye! She's a bird! mark_shock.ipc But seriously, pet, how are you moving them, like?! I don't know...it just...happens! "It just happens." Pah!
Now all that's left is to head for the cave. LETS FIGHT EVIL AND RESCUE THE PRINCESS!!!! I HOPE SHE DOESNT RESCUE HERSELF BEFORE WE GET THERE THOUGH Well, there's that. But also, she's not a princess. Princess or not, she's one of us. And we don't leave our friends behind. Brace yourselves, everyone!
Griever's Grotto lies before us./Well, this is Griever's Grotto. Brrr! There's quite a chilly draught coming out of it. Many a daring adventurer has met a bitter end in here, knights. If you lose your way in here, you may never see daylight again. Yerk! That's just a little bit terrifying... Knights! Follow me and do not stray from the path! Alors... It looks pretty spooky in there! What if the dragon comes at us as soon as we step inside? It's probably best not to think about that... Sorry. I'm the captain. It's my job to raise everyone's spirits... Get a hold of yourselves! We came here to save Goldie. Don't any of you forget that! He's right, so he is. You lot need to keep it together. Got it. Don't worry about me! Knights of the Round Table are known for being brave and fearless. Well, now's the time for you to prove it. Nothing ever fazes you, Bailong! But I guess I need to step up, like you! I'm right behind you. I hope I can raise their spirits the way Riccardo and Sol/Bailong do. I'm not sure if I have it in me though... Interesting. A brand new parallel world. This was an unconfirmed phenomenon until now. Let's see what you've got to show us this time, Arion.
I found us a really funny-lookin' stone, like! Look at mine! It's all shiny and stuff! Ms Hills! Stones are OK as souvenirs, aren't they? We are not taking bags of stones home with us! How, man, have a deek ower there! Proper canny stones doon thatta way. Team! Do you even listen to a word I say?
In time, you'll come to hate football as much as I! Welcome to Flights of Fantasy! Are you real? Or are you just an apparition? Hahaha, not that it matters, I suppose! Psst. You look lost. Are you another refugee from reality, adrift in this fantasy realm? If so, you'd better join Truth in Fiction.
Ah! Skie! Are you OK? Yes, I'm fine! Take your time, Skie. We don't want to have any accidents here. I'm sorry. I just want to rescue Goldie as soon as we can. She took my place... It should have been me! It's not your fault. Goldie chose to do what any friend would do for another. If things were different, I'm sure you'd have done exactly the same for her. Right? I suppose. That's why we've come out here now to rescue her, because we all look out for each other. So don't worry. It'll be fine! You're right. A wise leader indeed...
As soon as the Knights of the Round Table get here, their doom is assured. The flow of the story will be disturbed, and they will be torn apart along with the fabric of the parallel world.
Knights, we must press forward, into the depths.
Hey! It's dangerous in here, y'know. Not the kind of place you want to get caught short. Luckily, I have just what you need...
What is it with you guys and stones?! Well, you can make a game out of anything if you try hard enough. Pfft. There are better games, if you ask me. The best thing to do with stones is try and skim them across the water. So, you'll be wanting flat an' smooth stones, then? Yeah, alright!
Forget football - let's rock out some heavy metal, man!!!
Goldie! You all came for me! Thanks, everyone! Target acquired. Confirming target as King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. The Black Knight! This is my servant, the Queen of Dragons. You have no hope of defeating her. (gulp) On second thoughts, let's just get out of here... Eep! This is pretty bad... Everyone's scared out of their minds. How do I handle a situation like this? I've got to stay in control. O, wise and learned Queen of Dragons! Why do you work such mischief in the land! Do you no longer love the people? I entreat you to remember, august Queen. Remember that you are possessed of a wise and noble spirit! Your Majesty! Queen of Dragons. You must heed my words. If you do not... Wait! Wait! She's a nice dragon! Really she is! This, I understand. And with this blade, I will cleave from her the darkness which afflicts her! Your Majesty! Be careful! Ha. I heed not your warning, sirrah. This opportunity for me to display my power as sovereign ruler must not be squandered. I am Arthur of Camelot. Your king! He's going to...
Queen of Dragons! I can hear your pain in those cries... I've come to release you from that pain with the power of my sacred blade, Excalibur! Gaaah! Waa!
She disappeared into the lake... Now there is but one who dares to spread calamity and darkness in the fair realm of Camelot. I will put a stop to you, knave! ... I-it's you! From Perfect Cascade! You're the Black Knight! So you're the meanie that put the curse on the Queen of Dragons! Affirmative. Elimination of the Queen of Dragons was successful. Now initialising Procedure 17... Interrupt the flow of the story of King Arthur, and bring about the destruction of the parallel world. I think they're going to challenge us to a match here. Your Majesty, leave it to us. We'll put a stop to these challengers! Very well. Make it so. I offer you my support and direction from the sidelines. In other words, you'll be the coach... Initiating match setup.
Wh-what eldritch magic is this? Knights of the Round Table, inform me when you are ready to do battle.
Initialising Procedure 17. You must accept our challenge. ... This is going to be tough. We haven't even miximaxed with anyone here yet! Wheee! Aren't these wings just the cutest? Ooh, if only I had my camera! There can be no quarter given to those who spread mischief in the land of Camelot! Knights! We shall be victorious! You can do it, Arion! I believe in you! ...I really thought I was going to get to take up my rightful role as coach this time. Bah!
I'm sorry, I was in a teachers' meeting so I couldn't check InaLink. You're all really excited about this whole souvenir thing, it seems.
Knights of the Round Table. Are you ready to accept our challenge? Information processed. On standby. Understood. Commencing battle.
Mode change. Disengaging Practice Mode. Initiating Hyperdrive Mode.
Wonderbot! Look! They're... They aren't human - they're androids! Hyperdrive Mode will allow us to perform to our maximum capacity. Your probability of victory is now zero, without deviation. So, they're going to show us their full potential at last. We haven't miximaxed King Arthur's aura yet. This is going to be tough. And what's more, the Queen of Dragons has sunk beneath the lake. It couldn't get any worse! We've got to win this game! In the story, the Knights of the Round Table win. If we lose here, it's over! You mean, if we mess up the way things are supposed to go, then we won't be able to go back to our own world? Exactly. This match is one that we positively have to win! We have to win! Riccardo. Do you really think I've got what it takes to be captain? What are you saying, Arion? Sometimes I feel like you'd make a better leader. It's probably obvious to everyone. I'm scared that this team won't be able to reach its full potential with me as the leader. Maybe it'd be better if you took over. Well, I don't think you're much of a leader, that's for sure. Rick's the one who's got what it takes. That's what I thought... But Arion...you're not the leader. You're the captain, remember? What do you mean? Well, I'm probably better at giving instructions to the team than you are. But there are things you can do that I can't. Things that only you can do. But what kind of things?
Surf's up, dudes! King Arthur and his brodacious Knights of the Round Table are up to joust techno wizards Perfect Cascade! Get ready for the world's first ever interdimensional football showdown! Time to kick off!
Initialising... Hyperdrive Mode fully operational. Goldie, cover the defence! Will do! What's up with Raimon? Perfect Cascade are making them look like a bunch of greenhorn longboarders! Ugh, why isn't it working...?
It's no good... I'm no good... Sir Arion, what is it that vexes you so? I...I don't think I'm cut out to be a captain. I just don't have it in me to be a leader. I don't have what it takes! What is it exactly that you think you do not have? Well...the makings of a captain. And what is a captain exactly? The captain lifts everyone's spirits, gives orders on the pitch and guides the team to victory. Or at least, he's supposed to... Open your eyes, Sir Arion! You should try to see in yourself what others see in you. Listen to your team. Do this, and you will surely find a way. Listen to my team... Arion. You still don't get it, do you? You don't understand your own strength. Uh? You support us through thick and thin, but that isn't your only strength. Right! You support us, we support you. When we worry, you worry with us. You're always there, always by our sides. When we stand together, we can take on anything! Yeah! That's what so special about you, Captain! And don't you forget it! Thanks, everyone, but I...
It's no good. I'm just not strong enough to get the better of those Perfect Cascade droids. But I've got to do it somehow. I have to protect Fei!
Queen of Dragons! You're back to your old self again!
Goldie, there is something that you feel you must protect at all costs, is there not? This is why you fight so fiercely. You...you know? Yes. Even though you hide it, I can see that you carry a boundless love within your heart. But if all you have is love and tenderness, you can't protect the things that you hold most dear. Hmm... If you want to protect that which you love, you need both strength and insight. Strength and insight... You need strength to stand up to the forces that threaten what you love. And you need insight to understand the wounded heart of the person you love. If you have both of those things, you can protect that which is most important, and let your love for it flourish. I think I understand. I want to show my respect for your pure heart, so I'm going to grant you my power. I bestow upon you a dragon's ferocity but also vast wisdom and intelligence. You must use both powers only for good!
Waaaaah!
Wow! By the looks of you, you've miximaxed with the Queen of Dragons. Amazing! That's right. The Queen of Dragons gave me her power! Thank you, Your Majesty! Just you wait and see! I'm going to use this power to protect the thing that I care about the most! Lemmon miximaxes with the Queen of Dragons! Can Raimon reverse the flow of Perfect Cascade's tsunami in the second half?
Your recent power increase was not factored into our predictions. Therefore, we will activate additional measures. Wh-what? You're finished.
Sir Arion, from what I can see, you aren't suited to giving orders on the field of battle. You don't have that art of leadership. Uh... But, this is not what is truly needed to become what is called a "leader of men". It's not? What a true king needs is spirit, an energy like yours. The spirit that harkens to the voices of the people, and takes on their sufferings as its own. This is a true gift, Sir Arion. The gift weaves together the power of the people and forges it into a nation. And a nation can resist even the most powerful foe. Can that really happen? You support us through thick and thin, but that isn't your only strength. Hmm... You have immovable courage, Sir Arion. Immovable courage...unshakeable power... I can see that within you, something kingly resides. You have what it takes. Something which the people can believe in, and trust. You have the makings of a true king! M-me? A king...? Wonderbot, now! Miximax Arion and King Arthur! What? With Arion? King Arthur's recognised Arion as a king. What more do you need, a welcome mat? Right you are! Let's go!
Miximax activate!!! Arggggh! Grrrrrrraaugh! Mixed to the max!
I've miximaxed...with King Arthur! Arise, King Arion! Lead your people to victory! Yes, Your Majesty! I knew you could do it, Arion.
Yeah! I did it! ...
Come on, everyone! Let's take it to them! Arion! You're amazing! Haha! My power seems to have been well received.
We were defeated. Does not compute! Roger. Defeat confirmed. We will make our withdrawal. At last! We defeated Perfect Cascade! Arion. We defeated El Dorado's most powerful agents. This is incredible! Yeah! Haha! That pretty much makes us the Ultimate Eleven already! I've said it a thousand times. The true power of football doesn't live in any one player. It's something that comes about when there's a harmony between the talents of every player on the pitch. Each and every one of you must be ready, or the Ultimate Eleven will not be able to unleash their full strength! Yeah. You probably have said that a thousand times... But, we did it, guys! Knights, you showed true nobility today. Because of your virtue, Camelot is this day saved from the knavery of the Black Knight and his insidious ways. The Queen of Dragons is freed from the curse. She shall go back to watching over the land and protecting us, her people. Your Majesty! Sir Arion. Soon you will take your leave. This I know. Wh-what? How...how do you know about that? Call it the intuition of a king. A king's intuition is not always right, but I sense that this time, there can be no doubt. Yes, Your Majesty. If it is your destiny to do so, you must go, and take with you our assured blessing and graces. Your Majesty... It was but for a brief time, but you have left a deep impression on us and our kingdom. Arion, you grew into the duties of a king like a mighty oak from an acorn. 'Twas an honour to fight beside you! Whatever troubles cross your path in the future, you must confront them with the will of a monarch. Yes, Your Majesty. Thank you! Take this. It is a symbol of kingly authority. Whatever happens, always lead your knights true, Arion. I...er... Noble knights, we will take our leave of you. We will hold a banquet of celebration on our return. Fare thee well, noble knights. You were brave comrades in arms. I pray that we will meet again some day. Yes, Your Majesty! Yeah! See you at the banquet, Your Madge! Dunce! We don't have time for banquets. We've got to go back! You're joking, right? All this swashbuckling's left me so hungry I feel like my stomach's going to cave in! Hmph. Seems like there's one thing that never changes, no matter what parallel world we're in. Well, anyway, I feel a bit more like a captain now. Thanks, guys. Arion Sherwind! Who...
That was some display, Arion. You're pro material. Who are you? Hey, look! He looks just like Arion! Hm! You're not the first to say it. My name...is Simeon Ayp. But I'll let you call me...Simeon. Simeon...
I came here today to tell you all something. Yeah? What's that? It's very important. It's about you...and it's about us too. Truth is, we're- Ruuude.
Looks like they got to them before me. No biggie.
Some players have a skill called Treasure Hunter. If you use them in matches and battles, you'll get a better chance of finding items. So if you're finding some items tricky to get, hunt down some treasure hunters. The more you have in your team, the greater the effect!
Where are we? You stand aboard our timecraft. We will arrive at El Dorado Headquarters presently. El Dorado?!
This is El Dorado? That's right. This is their main base. Oh, my beloved little bus! I was beginning to think I'd never see you again! They transported it here? This doesn't make any sense... Follow me. D-do you think it's a trap? Whether it is or not, we don't have a choice. We'll just have to find out.
If there is a problem, state it. Else, proceed.
This way.
Welcome to El Dorado HQ. Enjoy your stay.
What happened here? Everything's damaged. Looks like they have their own share of problems. The briefing room is ahead. Your attendance is mandatory. This way.
The briefing room is ahead. Proceed.
Greetings, Raimon Eleven and company. Chairman Argos! Who? The chairman has the final say in anything that El Dorado does. He's the mastermind behind all of this! What are you planning to do to us? We're not going to DO anything to you. We simply want to have a little chat. There's nothing to chat about! Give us football back! Yes, about that. As it happens, we've already set history back on its original course. Football, too, is no exception. Huh? So everything's back to normal? Correct. All interrupts have been cancelled and the football ban has been lifted. But why? There's a catch, isn't there? Perhaps. Until recently, we considered you our enemy. But now, I'm afraid we must enlist your aid. We need you to help us fight the Hyper-Evolved Children. What?! What makes you think we'll help YOU? Oh, you will. Ridicolo! Why are you so sure? Simple. The Hyper-Evolved Children are in possession of Mark Evans's Chrono Stone. They've got Coach Evans?! They have. And unless you fight them, you have no hope of getting your dear coach back. You have no other option. Ugh... But even if it comes to that, we'll never cooperate with a villain like you! That's right. We can get Coach Evans back perfectly fine without your help. Oh, can you, now? And what makes you so sure I'm a villain? How can you not be? Do you even know why we've been trying to erase football from this world? He's doing it to get rid of the Hyper-Evolved Children, because without football they wouldn't exist. Precisely. And might I also add that by doing so, we can save the world. What?! The Hyper-Evolved Children's organisation, N-Gen, is a terrible danger to us all. Its members are gifted with extraordinary intelligence and physical ability. Some even exhibit psychic powers. The danger was established when the Hyper-Evolved Children decided to band together. Now they've started open rebellion. They've already conquered most major cities and seized a vast array of military weapons. They could start a war at any time. But they're just kids like us... Just kids like you, yes. Except with fearsome powers that may wreak destruction upon us all. Their powers are able to shield them from any harm, so our weapons won't work on them. And amongst their ranks, there are those with telepathy, telekinesis and goodness knows what else. As the name suggests, their genes mutated and accelerated the evolutionary process. It turned them into superhumans. And that's who we're fighting? Yolki-palki... If we do not act now, they will have the world in the palm of their hand. Worse, it could be the end of civilisation as we know it! This is insane... This is why we took the actions we did. We tried to abolish football, the factor responsible for giving rise to the mutated genes. We thought that if we could erase the timeline, the Hyper-Evolved Children would never be born. It was the only choice we had left. But you children have grown strong - stronger than any of us anticipated. So there's been a change of plans. They tricked you into fighting us, so we'll use their own weapon against them. We're going to fight fire with fire! You're going to be playing with fire soon, if you keep on talking like we're your puppets! But if they can't do anything, what chance do we have on our own? Hmm. Yeah, it's a tough 'un. If you are prepared to join forces with us, I believe we may have a chance. I told you already. We're not helping you! Even supposing that we did, there's no guarantee that we'd be stronger working together! I'd listen to the man, if I were you. Ah! Mr Evans! I'd say you and El Dorado are on just about equal footing now. You really ought to take him up on his offer. Our utmost priority is to save football. And if those children born of football wind up destroying the world, then there won't be any football left to protect! It's still hard to believe that football caused all this... I get it... We have to win so that football doesn't make everything bad in the future! That's basically it... I just want to save football! I don't want people to get rid of it! I won't let it become something that people hate! As always, you're right. Fan-dabby-dozy. We're good to go, then! If everything's settled, allow us to present everything we know about the Hyper-Evolved Children thus far. No way! Coach Sharp! And Coach Blaze!
You'll forgive us for forcing this upon you. Those two are your friends, aren't they? You should listen to what they have to say.
How come you're here?! That would be my doing. I summoned these two here, you see. Their assistance is vital in order to ensure victory in the final battle, Ragnarok. What's Ragnarok? To answer that, I should first explain everything that has been happening in our time. One year ago, N-Gen declared war on us. They struck hard, with their most talented fighters on the front line. Neither we nor the police force could do anything to stop them. Our weapons bounced off them and our bases fell, one after another. Your weapons bounced off? How is that possible? As I said, they are no ordinary humans. Those with the HEC Gene all exhibit incredible powers. And they can even fill ampoules with their destructive auras and load them into their weapons. By doing so, they can match the offensive power of the military's war machines. Many of our facilities have already fallen to them. They may look like children, but the reality is that they are very, very dangerous. But what reason do they have for doing all this? They want to rule the world and rebuild it anew. And they want revenge on all the adults who scorned them, and feared them for what they are. A few days ago, they came to me with a proposition. They asked us if we would hold a football tournament. Ragnarok. The winners would gain complete control over El Dorado itself. We teeter on the brink of war, and the only thing stopping it is a football tournament. This isn't right. Football shouldn't be about war... What would happen if they take control of El Dorado? They'd have control over the entire planet. No way... In other words, the ones who win Ragnarok lay claim to the future of mankind. Umm...what kind of tournament is Ragnarok? Each side will put forward its three strongest teams and they'll each play one match. The side with the most wins earns the victory. So it's as simple as best out of three? It is precisely that simple. And yet the fate of the world rests on those three little matches. We have three days to prepare and to decide who will represent each team. And we're supposed to work with your players and balance out each team? Listen mate, we are right up there. We're one step away from becoming the Ultimate Eleven! We can take 'em ourselves, Arion! Ahem! You are not "right up there"! How many times have I told you? Without all eleven members, you don't even reach half the strength of the full team. The most important thing in football is having every player working together in harmony. For now, it's best that you team up with them. Tch. Always bursting my bubble, ain't ya? No objections here. We can't afford to waste time, anyway, from the looks of things. There's something I find odd, though. Why would the Hyper-Evolved Children make such an offer to El Dorado? With the way things are going, couldn't they just keep on and take the world by force? They don't have the luxury of time. They were going to realise sooner or later, I suppose. Realise what? The Hyper-Evolved Children surpass the limits of human ability. As a direct result, they have drastically reduced lifespans. According to our estimates, they won't even make it to adulthood. Ouch. Their lives will expire before they reach the age of twenty. In other words, in another five or six years, they'll be gone and we'll be free of them. Then why try so hard to fight against them right now? Why not wait them out? We wouldn't hold out that long. They're smart. They want the whole world in their grasp while they're still alive, and the damage they'll cause may be irreversible. No, the only way we're getting out of this is if we pool our players and finish them with football. Wait. What do you mean, "finish them"? Oh, we won't hurt them. But we do want to put on a display of our power. The Hyper-Evolved Children have declared that only their genes should live on, and we should be destroyed. Therefore, if we can prove that we're better than them, they'll concede and accept that their rebellion had no purpose. And that's about the size of it. So you see, we absolutely must win. This is humanity's last stand - the final battle of Ragnarok! So fighting them really is our only option... Gah. Waah! What was that? Guile speaking... ... ...What?! Chairman! The Hyper-Evolved Children have us surrounded! What have they got up their sleeve now?
Are they trying to destroy our headquarters?! Quickly! Everyone, get outside! This way! Look... You despicable monsters...
They destroyed the entire building... S'up? You're that guy from before! Hope you enjoyed our little opening ceremony there. I thought you were supposed to fight us with football! Yeah, that's still happening. Let's get this show on the road, then.
Ah! It's a stadium... Heh. The stage is set. Welcome to the end, Ragnarok Stadium. This is where we, N-Gen, will usher in a new world!
Incroyable! They turned El Dorado into a stadium?! Simeon, you're one of the Hyper-Evolved Children? That's right. Oh, and I'm the ruler of N-Gen too, by the way. So, you're their leader? Got it in one. I'll be ruler of the world pretty soon, too. Don't forget that. Really...? We've made some living space for you in the stadium. Make yourselves at home. See you in three days' time for the first match. That's plenty of time for you to get ready, right? Not that it makes much difference. ... Hurgh! What's- Heh heh... Fei! Are you OK? I...I'm fine. But thanks for the concern. "Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair"*, is it? Indeed. This would be why they never specified a venue for the tournament. It seems we've no choice but to go in... Let's go in, too. You sure about this? The Hyper-Evolved Children look like more than we can handle. Look strong, yes! But match us? Well...Sor not know until Sor try! ...
Welcome! We've got everything you could want and more, so take a peek!
Great news! The football ban has been lifted! So it was all true... Any news about Mark? We didn't find Coach Evans yet, but we're about to play in a tournament called Ragnarok soon. If we win, we could get him back!
Hey, do we even need to use the Wonderbutton in the future? It doesn't seem so different to me...
Oh, gosh! I'm in a UFO! Camera at the ready, aaand... Photography is prohibited. Meanie.
This room's different from before! I am relieved to see you safe, sir. Alpha?! And Beta! Here, man! Who's this gadgie, again? Oh, come on! I'm Gamma! Good to see you again. All of you. Nice timing, sir. We've just done our time at the CONTRA Facility. What's this? A welcome home present? You shouldn't have! This isn't the way I originally planned to do any of this. But first things first - I don't believe you've been formally introduced. These are the team members you'll be playing alongside during Ragnarok: Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Mike, Romeo and Ecks. En serio? You're telling us to work with these guys? Hah! Fat chance of that! Likewise! I'm not pairing up with inelegant louts like these. Excuse me?! We've endured intense remedial training at the CONTRA facility. We have no need for the likes of Raimon. But as it's a direct order from the chairman, I suppose it's required of me to lend my services. Heh heh... Wow, someone's full of himself. You'll be split into three teams for Ragnarok. Naturally, each team will have a coach. Your coaches will be Jude Sharp, Axel Blaze... Yes? Then the third coach must be none other than the magnificent Clark von Wunderbar! The third coach will be me. Y-yes...I had guessed as much. Still, I thought there might have been a sliver of a chance, but no... (sigh) We'll be monitoring each of your abilities during the next three days. That will allow us to determine how best to divide you up between the teams. We'll announce the line-ups before each match. So it's basically a test to see who's good enough... You are to work on your training until further notice. Dismissed! How are we supposed to work with these guys? Oh, Alpha! I've been looking forward to this, Arion Sherwind. You have? Ever since we suffered defeat at your hands, I've felt...strange. What is this feeling...? It is as if there is an itch I cannot scratch... But perhaps now I will finally find out why I feel this way. O...K? Time marches on. We will meet again when the match begins. Hmph. Acting all cool. Hope they can back it up on the pitch! Yeah. Come on - let's train! We then spent the next three days training with the help of Coach Blaze and Coach Sharp. It was really intense.
Team, it's been short, but you've been through the wringer these past three days. Well done. Rest easy tonight. We want you on the top of your game for tomorrow. Yes, Coach! Y'know how we're fightin' to save the world, like? I still cannit get it into me heed! I can hear my t-t-teeth chattering. If they use psychic p-powers, we won't stand a chance... Yes. That could be a problem... But we can't lose. We won't! We'll win this, and we'll get football back, and Coach Evans, too! Right! If we all work together as a team, it'll be fine! YEAH!!! It's finally time for round one... We're supposed to meet in the El Dorado briefing room, but we've still got a bit of time. We could stock up on supplies in town. There's a teleporter that takes you straight into the city! It's so sci-fi!
If I had powers like Protocol Omega, I'd go pew pew pew an' "Projectile Mode" an' they'd be all like "kaboooom"! It's harsh times when ordinary football players have to face off against evil mutant children. My thoughts go with you. El Dorado know magic, so they'll make N-Gen disappear in a puff of smoke! That's what Dad said! They've replaced the whole headquarters with a stadium? The things they can do these days! Moooom, can't we go in already? I want to watch the match but I'm going weak at the knees every time I think about it. N-Gen are a scary bunch... Ohh, what do you think? Should I stay or should I go?
Just a thought, like... It'd be proper funny if we dressed up Axel Blaze an' all! Haha! I'd pay good pocket money to see that! I'd quite like to see him as a knight! I think he'd look pretty good in a kimono, actually! Can you imagine what Ms Hills would look like as a princess?!
Yes. They will not stop talking about it. I just want you all to come back safely! We will! We promise!
What do people in the future eat? Pretty much the same as you. Why? No ice cream that never melts? Or bread that never goes stale? They don't have stuff like that in the future? Why, yes, but I believe that's something you have already: astronaut food!
As a man who prides himself on cutting-edge fashion, I simply must peruse the latest catalogues for inspiration on looking zazz! Your clothes are your identity, and every design must work with your unique style. Finding that match is the hard part! If ever you feel the need to look zazz, I'll always be here to fulfil your fashion needs! It's safe here cos Perfect Cascade will protect us! They're so smart! I bet if I was in trouble, they'd fly straight in to rescue me! But I'm fine not being in trouble... You know, I'm proud to have Chairman Argos as our world leader. He means well. Keeps everything in order. What more could you ask for? As highly developed as this city is, I'd avoid staying out too late at night. You never know when N-Gen might decide to launch another attack. Take it from me - you ought to stay at home. With N-Gen focused on football at the moment, I figure now's the best time to stockpile food and supplies. First time in Centrado? I knew it! You can always tell a tourist from a Centradian from how wide-eyed they look! Word of advice though - when the alarm sounds, you hightail it out of there, smart. You never know when El Dorado might fall.
Are you keen on veggies? Me, I hate the stuff. I pride myself on being a meat lover. At least, I did, up until I tried the zazz vegetable smoothie they have here! Guess there's more to veg than "meats" the eye! I love how you're drinking a smoothie, right, but, it wasn't a drink to begin with, but you still get all the healthy stuff from it! Good day! Here for some goods? Good, good! Hey, welcome to Kool Kit! All our proceeds go towards our anti-N-Gen project right now, so please, shop away! Hmm? Mmm. Mmhmm! Move [Manuals], mmm? Mmm. Mmhmm. Welcome to Eldotraders! Ha! Bet you thought I was a real shopkeeper, didn't you? Well, the joke's on you! Ha! Hey, darling... Yes, honeybunch? ...Nothing. I just wanted to whisper sweet nothings! I don't think you're supposed to take sweet nothings too literally...
Hey, did you know that they used to build robots just to do one thing, like cooking or talking? They must have had heaps of cash to build robots for, like, every little thing! How smart would it be to have a retro robot waiter? Ahh, I want one so bad! Football robots are still pretty retro, come to think of it. I wonder why... This is the Football Memorial Museum. There's a wealth of football history within those walls. Mommy said N-Gen are scary people. So I promised myself that El Dorado's gonna beat them! And I don't break promises, so everything's gonna be hyper-zazz! Dear, oh dear. I'd never be able to stand up to those N-Gen brats. I'll let El Dorado handle it. It's their job, ain't it? Have you ever met Perfect Cascade? I saw one of their players once. He didn't smile - not even once! I know he's an android and all, but they really should put some more emotion into them. Otherwise it's just creepy!
The Children of Paradise will guide you to a land of plenty. Cast off your fears and join us! Welcome to the Football Memorial Museum! Here, you can discover the untold history of football. It's a great experience for all the family! Welcome to the Football Memorial Museum! I'm afraid our footballbot matches are all fully booked for today. Would you like a time slot for tomorrow? Whoa, you feel so small standing in front of the goal... Goalies are smart as!!! You've got a nice ready position there, kid. Want me to take a few shots at goal? Hmm... Yeah, I think I could give some penalty kicks a shot!
Mom really laid in on me cos I went out to play without doing my homework. She's one to talk, cos Grandad told me she used to do just the same as me! Don't tell Mom what I said, though! Please! I thought I should study football a bit here before going to Ragnarok. I didn't even know the offside rule before, but I'm up to speed with the rules now. I admit, I've got a bit of a crush on Beta from Protocol Omega. I heard she's pretty scary when she gets angry. But hey, that's cute too! You're so boring, bro! All you talk about is Beta! Alpha is way smarter! Exhibition Room 3 is just down that way. If you haven't been, it's really worth a look! I used to be an ace striker back in the day. Saved more matches than I care to count. If I were half as young as I used to be, I'd be out there on the pitch myself. Teach those sanctimonious brats a lesson!
Ah, now, this is the one! This is the strip my childhood hero used to wear! The one on the left is smarter though. Even as years come and go, people will always love football. It's so...beautiful...
I can't believe kids are running around starting wars. Their moms and dads must be pretty sad about that. Thank heavens N-Gen stopped attacking. I hope they don't cause any more trouble. You know Gamma, that player out of Protocol Omega? Isn't he such a hunk? If he's playing in the Ragnarok tournament, I'll definitely go watch it! C'mon, Sis, this is just like you. The fate of the whole world rests on these matches, and all you can do is fawn like a fangirl... If I had special powers, I think I'd like to be able to fly...
I'm thinking about becoming a manager for the rugby club... It's all because of that boy at the end of the path. He's always so passionate about it, I've become kind of a fan of his! You know, I could really do with a pork bun from the shopping area. Curse those fluffy bundles of temptation! Hey, want to come for a quick jog with me in the park? It'll be great exercise! I want to make a big impact on the rugby club, so I'm practising here in secret. But you didn't hear any of that! You watch where you're running too, you hear? I used to be at the bottom of these stairs, but now I'm on top of the world! Where you stand really changes your perspective on life.
Rats! I was chasing a cat and lost sight of it round here somewhere. Oh well, guess I'll have to head back to the front pitch... ...No! I shall have my daily dose of cuteness if it's the last thing I do! Here, puss! Where are you, puss puss? Mew. (Is football like playing with balls of wool?) The football stadium never fails to impress me. I wonder what's going on inside... I haven't got a very loud voice, but next time you have a match, I'd like to shout along and give you my support! I hope Riccardo will hear me...
I'll wait here until you get back. Make sure you protect football!
OK, Montgomery! Sit! Oh, no, this isn't my dog, I don't know where he came from! I just named him because he's so cute! Woof! (I told you before, human - I am Grentar, Burier of Bones and Chaser of Sticks!) Who needs to sit around in a stuffy old library when you can read out in the sun? I borrowed this book on history from the library. It'll probably help me in class too. Want me to lend it to you when I'm done? I tried sketching these flowers. What do you think? I've not done a bad job, have I? Today's the day! It's been a long time coming, but I think I'll be able to beat him at last! So, you finally learnt how to return my doomsword serve! Keep that up and you'll be prince of the courts! I'd still be the king, of course.
Mmm, what a delicious smell coming from the canteen! Now I'm really hungry... I've got the absolute worst sweet tooth. The cakes and biscuits in the canteen are never safe from me! I recommend the Raimon Cakes. They're made with orange mousse. Look! Aren't they cute with the little lightning bolt emblem? I'm not really interested in books, to be honest. But see that library assistant? She's sort of the reason I keep coming back... Please be quiet in the library. If there's a book you're interested in, feel free to borrow it. It'll make the books happy! I'm on the search for a girlfriend! Know any cute girls? Eh? What do you mean, I told you I had a girlfriend? I think you've got the wrong bloke!
Once they get into third year, most students settle down and concentrate on passing their tests. Make sure you don't disturb their studies, do you hear?
Yeah, fair's fair, so I have to buy him dessert. My marks were just so low this time. I can do better than this. I know I can! We said that whoever got the lowest test results would have to buy dessert. I beat him by 10 marks, even though he's sooo good at French. Victory is sweet! Classical music really is food for the soul... You're probably into football as much as I am into music, right? I respect that!
Welcome to Raimon Junior High! Oh! Sorry, didn't realise you were in the football club... I'm not much cop at physical stuff, but I do enjoy watching a good game of footie. Yeah, I'm really into football at the mo. I wonder when the next match will be... Always hard at work practising, aren't you? No, that's great! That enthusiasm really rubs off on people! Oh, you're from the football club. Hey, when will you be playing next? I've taken it upon myself to stand here and make sure that none of the balls that come flying over damage the flower beds. It's made my reflexes much better. Maybe I'll end up being a goalkeeper! Wish I had the courage to speak to the girl who takes care of these flower beds... I want to be like you and be able to speak up a bit more. I mean, you run around talking to everyone without a care in the world! Huh? Oh, this is the main building. The staff room and nurse's room are in here. Just ask one of us teachers if you need something. Are you busy with footie practice again today? Us teachers are all behind you, you know!
Arion, how are you enjoying being a captain? I couldn't do it myself. I wouldn't know how to boss around the older players. So you're going to practise football now? I'm behind you all the way. Good luck!
Go east for the gym. Go west for the west building. And the football stadium's to the north. Being in first year really puts you at the heart of the school, huh! Hi Arion. Are you free now? Do you want to come out? Everyone's going! Ah, yeah, you can't abandon the football club. Oh well, maybe next time! Where should we go today? Maybe we can have a game of tig in the park and get some exercise in the process! I'm going out for a date with my boyfriend. I love spending time with him, even if it's just for a bit of shopping! She never gets tired of going out every day. That's what I love about her. I wonder if that's enough... (yawn) Boy, am I sleepy. Do you have football practice now, Arion? Well, good luck!
These are the second-year classrooms. How's the football club treating you? You're in the football club, aren't you? You must get to speak to the virtuoso all the time... I'm so jealous! So, so jealous!!! Maths is tough. When it gets to trigonometry, I turn into some kind of yawning machine. At first he was just a small seedling, but with love and care he's grown into a real plant. I'm so proud of Robert... I've been really into these personality tests recently! Try this: if you loved a sport more than anyone, what would it be? Hm, I see. It says your catchphrase is "It'll be fine!"[] I'm pretty sure that's spot on! These personality tests have been scarily accurate lately. I don't really believe in pseudoscience, but despite myself, I am starting to enjoy doing these tests and quizzes.
Meoow! (The governor's really happy about the football ban ending, and that makes me happy too!) I'm so relieved they revoked the football ban! Now the whole world will know once more of Raimon's unparalleled footballing talent!
Just sitting around doesn't help you meet new people. I'm starting to realise that now... You look like you get out and about. How is it? Do you meet lots of interesting types? Take a look at the rising stars of the athletics club! The fruits of labour have never been so sweet! (huff huff) I'm not as young as I used to be, though... I keep knocking down my time bit by bit! If I carry on like this, I'll set a new school record! I'm like the wind... No, I AM the wind! I'm a gale-force storm! Hoo, yeah! Look at the way that girl runs. Such perfect form! I wish I were half as athletic as her. Ah! She waved at me! Could this make the beginnings of a beautiful friendship? That girl over there's always staring at the athletics club. They're a pretty great lot. I wish I got that sort of attention... Wah! Look out! Watch where you're running, will you? What? You were thinking about football? You footballers! Always the same excuse! Call me nosy, but I like keeping an eye on what people are up to from up here. I see you running around a lot. Perhaps I'll come and watch one of your matches one of these days.
Hey! How's tricks? We in the basketball club won't be beaten by the football club. We're definitely going to win a trophy at our next tournament, and show everyone here who the real champs are!
I'm in the photography club! Mind if I take your photo? OK! Say cheese! Ooh! I think that's a good one! I'll let you have a print later! This is the dojo. The judo club and kendo club practise inside. I happen to be in both. But I'm also quite interested in some of the artsy clubs - for example, the calligraphy club. I've been down in the dumps recently... But my friends have been cheering me up on InaLink, so I'm feeling much better.
Will you be practising in the football stadium again today? I'll come and sneak a peek at you later. It's really inspiring to see people that devoted to their club, you know! I'm thinking maybe I should have stuck to being the kendo club manager. If I can give my friend the help she needs to take home a trophy, it'll all be worth it!
Oh, hello! Will you be practising down by the river again today? I want to go to the big park on the other side of the shopping area! Grandad said he'll take me. I just hope he stops being such a sleepyhead! Zzz... Zzz... Zzz... Zzz... (snort) Did you hear the news? Sonia who shampoos our dog told me that she heard from her best friend's nephew's boss's godmother. Someone from this very neighbourhood got a famous football player's autograph! What? No! Really? Maybe I'll go and visit the stadium and see if I can get an autograph too... Huh? You want to get past? Well, if you really want to you'll have to beat me in a kickabout first! Haha! Just kidding. I'm afraid my footballing days are long since past...
Oh, you play football? A long time ago, a boy used to come up here to practise football all the time. He had some tyres hung up and used to use them for some kind of training. Don't ask me what kind though!
Oh, oh! Arion! Are you here to practise football too? I'm trying out for a team soon! It's Inazuma Kids FC! I hope I get in! Zzz... Special move... What a shot... Zzz...
Hello! What kind of teams are you playing against at the moment? Samguk never tells me anything!
Those are some pretty battle-worn faces you're wearing there. You look like you've had a tough old time. Don't worry, I've got the best remedy for that. Bowl of ramen noodles, with extra garlic and super-thick pork. It'll put you right in no time!
I wanted to play football after I saw the Saints' Way final. I got my mates together to make a team. We're not much good at dribbling yet, but we're really enjoying football! Hey, hey! The other day I made some orange jelly. My mum was so happy! I'll have to buy a present for the old lady who taught me how to make it! My son's stopped studying and now all he does is talk about football. It's nice to see him so happy, but I do wish he'd study a bit more... If he's got something he's interested in, just let him have his fun. Studying's important too, but there are lessons in life to be learnt outside of studying!
I saved up enough dosh to buy my own football, but now I can't even choose! I'm here to buy a cap for club practice, but they're all so cool, I don't know which to get! Not that it matters. The "go home" club aren't that strict on dress code anyway!
A lifestyle where you open your eyes in the morning and your breakfast's been prepared and waiting for you. Wish I could have that! I wonder what kind of lives the people round here lead... My granddaughter says that she wants to go to Raimon and play football when she grows up! You know Riccardo? He's the bestestestest! I'm practising football now, so I can be the bestestest midfielder just like him! Sometimes I hear the piano being played in that house. Luxurious hobbies for a luxurious place... The Di Rigos know how to be extravagant, that's for sure.
I was glad to hear that my father was fighting to protect football like you, Arion! He agrees with me that you're all doing so well. It must be so hard for you. Keep it up! I'm glad that football isn't banned any more. Now I can concentrate on my rehabilitation so I can play football with Vitya again!
Where were you?! I'd almost had enough of waiting! Well, I knew you'd turn up eventually! Thanks for waiting. It won't happen again, I promise! Even though I'm just spectating, I always get really nervous before a match. What if we win? What if we don't? What if it just gets into extra time, then penalties and just goes on forever?! I want to watch football with you, Dad. You can tell me about all the fancy stuff they do! OK, OK... I'll do my best to get some time off work.
Welcome to the Saints' Way Stadium! Please obey the rules and enjoy watching the match. Welcome to Saints' Way Stadium! We hope you enjoy the match as if you were in the comfort of your own home. I love football. Even when there aren't any matches, I pop along just in case something's on. Good on the old body, too!
Welcome to the Spooky Circle! We're an odd bunch, but our skills speak for themselves.
Welcome to the Kirkwood Treehouse! We've nurtured our players to stand tall and proud. Want to meet them?
While we're here, I'm going to try everything on this menu! I've gone through a fair few, and I have to say, they've been really creative with their noodles. Guess someone's been using their noodle! That last meal was so tasty, I could cry! The question is, what do I order next? Which inflatable toy d'you think I should take? I kind of like the dolphin... You should take the blue one! I dunno why, but it suits you!
We're the Green Shoots. We've got some great budding players here, so please, take your pick!
Hurry up an' kick it! My shot's like tons better than yours! Check this out, Arion! My new shot's way stronger than before! I don't get how you're supposed to dodge past people. It's too hard! You're not getting any past me today, guys! I want to pick the nicest looking ball, so we look really cool! The children love it when you're here to train them, Arion. Do come back when you've got the time.
Welcome to the International! We've got all the best athletes from around the globe. Let me introduce you!
Graggaguog! (Think you've got what it takes to play in our prehistoric Competition Route?)
When I grow up, I shall be the biggest, strongest knight in the whole kingdom! In part to tend to my mother, in part that I may be muckle good at football. Peace and prosperity are restored to our land and there's nothing left to do but live happily ever after... Not very exciting, is it? If there was ever a Shepherd's Trial, I reckon I'd give anyone a run for their florins. You need no football for shepherding! Well, as long as I have my loyal Alfie by my side, anyhow! Woof! (How I yearn to chase my woolly friends today!) It's going to be another great big harvest this year. My granddaughter is of a mind to bake some spiced gyngerbrede, she says!
Sir Alwin, in your youth you were known as a fierce and noble fighter... Well, yes, in my youth! No one could best me with a sword in my youth! But fighting a dragon at my age is a different matter!
Welcome back, Sir Arion! Won't you tarry a while and try some of my mother's baking and my father's hand-reared bacon?
This is the village of Grimwell. If you're weary from your travels, you ought to rest a while. I'm looking for some tasty forest fruits. I've already found a few nice pieces. Won't you try one of my lovely apples, m'lord? Welcome back, my noble brethren of the Round Table! I've been kicking our pigskin ball round the meadow all day. It's training! I wasn't slacking off guard duty. Forsooth, I quite improved my shot. Such skills are required to rise through the ranks! I'm pleased as punch. Have a look at these beauties! I've been out mushrooming, and now my basket's full to the brim!
The Queen of Dragons is back to her old self, peace and prosperity have been restored to the land, and all is well. Huzzah! Behold! The most noble castle of our sovereign King Arthur! Oh, I remember you. Well met, fellow knights!
How this toil wearies me... The castle is mightily large, and we lack sufficient hands to clean it. Perhaps the all-wise Queen of Dragons knows an easier way of getting the cleaning done... I may venture to ask her. Ahhh, I heard not about the Senior Knight setting off! It saddens me that I had no final chance to see his beauteous face... I keep the footballs fresh and clean, for they are a knight's most valuable possession. Thanks to King Arthur, the Queen of Dragons is freed from the curse and the land is once again at peace! As a seasoned warrior, I must think long about how I can best render service to His Majesty in this time of peace... Perhaps with upholstery?
A dusty hearth is a nest for mischievous imps and wicked sprites, my mother used to tell me. So I'll sweep away every last speck! As knights, we've sworn to defend His Majesty and the castle, whatever the cost. Are you talking to me, blaggard? Then, who are you talking to? I don't see anyone else round here. So, to whom are you talking? ...That's my scary knight voice. If those pesky kids come round here again making fun of my armour, that's what I'll say to them.
With a little beeswax, I could polish this statue to a dazzling sheen. If the king took notice, 'twould surely be worth the bee stings. Would that I had a magic spell to sweep away the dust from this vast hall. Or a familiar who could wield a broom, perhaps... Er, did I say that out loud? ...It was naught but jest, Sir Knight. The king does not suffer his subjects to meddle with eldritch ways. Good morrow to you, noble knight. I hope you are keeping well since all that business with the dragon earlier.
Chirp! Chirp! (Pray, feast thine eyes on these beauties! Lo, these pristine wings!) Chirpy chirp! (Thou shouldst try washing thy feathers here. It'll do wonders for thy split ends.)
I care not if you are knights, I'd wait till you can grow a few whiskers before you venture into that cave, m'lads. I've seen a few travellers enter thither by accident. They don't always come out!
The teleporter on the left can get us to the briefing room, right? I mean, left! Right. Let's go.
What's that saying about simple things and dumb people? Beta?! WHAT'S SHE DOING HERE?! Rude. I'm just looking to kill time. Is that so bad? How did you get access?!
Oh really? I know you can all do it. I believe in you! Thanks! We'll do our best!
Reet, it's settled - we have to get our hands on that button! No, no and thrice no!!! spotter_fury.ipc Gah! People who are permitted to use the Wonderbutton: Me. --The End-- What a radgy teddy bear!
Wha...? Am I dreaming? Non, Arion, you're not! It looks exactly like our meeting room! It appears Simeon faithfully recreated your club's meeting room from your own time. This decor is SO 200 years ago. But I suppose I can endure it. Can somebody please slap him? It's time for the match. We'll meet you in the stadium.
Could you please not talk to me? You're, like, the dirt on my shoes. Given the circumstances, I feel inclined to tell you that I have no intention of teaming up with you. I hope that's clear. You just play your own little way, and we'll play ours. Just remember - this is not a battle we can afford to lose. It's almost time for the match. You'd best get a move on. There is nothing to discuss.
You too, Beta? I'm positively bored out of my skull here. Does this mean you two are up to no good? Ha! Who can say? Idle minds may do terrible things... What she said. Now, now, children. Please refrain from causing arguments on here. spotter_fury.ipc Shut it, teddy. I SEE NO TEDDY HERE!
Can I at least take your photo? Does not compute. Requesting further details. Oh yeah. I forgot this guy was an android. You're the most sci-fi thing here, and I just want to take a photo of something futuristic! Request denied. Meanie!
You really are something, Mr Evans. Everyone seems to be drawn to you. Look at all these people! Simeon announced the event online. There are people from all around the world here. Thought you'd never make it, Raimonites. Zanark! What are YOU doing here? I knew you'd say that. But just so we get one thing straight - I was never on El Dorado's side. Get this - I'm the captain of N-Gen's team Zan. Pretty good name, right? You're with the Hyper-Evolved Children?! 'Fraid so. You'll be up against me in the first round, so at least TRY to entertain me, will you? Gahaha! So that's why Zanark went out of control back in China. He's one of the Hyper-Evolved Children... Zanark, why you...! I swear, you...will...pay! You'll pay for what you did to us! Gamma, compose yourself. Gaaaahhhh... Smart! Let's begin preparations for the match. I will be leading El Dorado's first team. Speak to me whenever you're ready.
I have climbed to a new level. N-Gen will prove barely a challenge. I take it you're all prepared now? We don't know what tricks the Hyper-Evolved Children might pull. Be on your guard. Zanark, you...you utter imbecile! Temper, temper, Gamma. Loving the tension. Let's get it on!!! We'll smash you into pulp!!! Now, let's be courteous about this, alright? Hehe... You think you inferior lifeforms can even hope to stand against us? Ha.
Beta, Gamma. The chairman is waiting. Yes, thank you for the reminder, Mother. We were just on our way. I know you'll all be sad to see us leave your stupid chat. People sure are chatterboxes on here. :/ I wonder if we'll ever get along with those guys...
Are you fully prepared? I want you to be at your very best. Don't rush. Alright. If everyone's ready, then I'll announce the line-up for El Dorado 01. Blade, Lemmon, Rune, Nishiki, Oscar, Foxtrot, November! You're up. Samguk, you're in goal. Oh! Yes, Coach! Good luck out there, Sam! I'll cheer you on! You won't be taking a back seat, JP. You're in the line-up for one of the later matches. I am? We've used the info from your training to balance each team and share the key players equally among them. That makes sense! Now, the remaining members are... That's everyone. I'm appointing Blade as captain. Don't forget that there's still a likelihood of your participating in later matches. This is no time to relax. Got it! Let's do this, Victor! ...Alright. It'll be fine! Think about all the training we've done! Oh, I am. Only the members we announced are allowed to directly participate in the match. Everyone else, take a seat and support your team as best you can. Jude? Right. Alpha? If you'd do the honours. Affirmative. What's he doing?
Gammon! Are you done with the curry yet? Gimme a sec, babe! Just finishin' up makin' this sweet roux! Gone, again! How many times is that, now? I swear!
Oh yeahhhhh! A stadium roaring with rad spectators! Get ready for the ride of your lives! Y'know, I'm almost used to this by now! My name's Gammon Checker... And I'll be cooking up an ultra bodacious commentary for you today! Welcome to the beginning of what might be the end of the world, Ragnarok! The champions walk home with the rights to rule the entire planet! And to start off the apocalypse, the battle of the Norse warriors! Whoaaaaaa! Gnarly twist, right? The smaller warrior won out in the end! Look at them...getting all excited over nothing. Hah...
So he went ahead with it, after all. Remind me. What exactly is the point of all this? There is no point. He's just playing with 'em. Toying with his prey. Me, I'd go straight for the jugular.
Desmodus! Wolfram! I haven't seen you in monkey's years. Can you please not butt in right now? If you don't like it, you should have said something before. A fabulous rebuttal! You are quite right, of course. Beloved Simeon, I do feel that we share a deep bond between us, but we are still so very different. You'll forgive me for being a little shy. In the meantime, I was working my claws off with my own little project. You're not the only one with a plan, you know. Rowwr! We may drop by to watch your little game, if we're so inclined. Put on a good show for us now, won't you? Hah-hahahaha! Oh, those two! I can't stay angry at them! Well then, it's time. Raise the curtains for humanity's final act...Ragnarok!
This is it, dudes! It's El Dorado 01 against N-Gen's Zan. KICK-OFF!!!
Watch this! Tch. Always with the rough play! I've got this! Sorceress of the Dawn, Amaterasu! Armourfy!!! Goldie! You mastered it! I suppose I did, yeah! Here you go, have a ball! I'm on top form right now! Sure you can keep up? Hah. No problem!
GOOOOOOAL! El Dorado are back from the brink thanks to Goldie, her armourfied spirit shining like a sun on a sweet wave! There's so much I hold dear to me...and you guys aren't laying a finger on any of it! Meh. You don't know what you're talking about!
Bah. They're too strong... Raimonites! I hope you realise you're the only reason I'm kicking around this place. Show me your moves! Blade, pull back! Get back in formation.
You never cease to impress me, Raimonites. Now...let's dance! Hrrrrrrooooouuuuuugh! Prince of the Astral Plane, Zodiac! ARMOURFY!!!
A primo goal there from Zanark, sending it straight into the back of the net! Sheesh. You get better every time we meet, Zanark, mate! Hah. The same goes for you, samurai boy! The ball keeps bouncing back and forth like a newbie surfer on the swells! Which team will get the upper hand? It's like a clash of titans! A clash of titans, yes! Gaaaah, I've been craving the heat of battle for so long! Only you can ignite my passion, Raimonites! More! Give me more!
Time to do the thing.* Haaaaah! Aggh! Ah...ahhhhhh! My...memories? Fei... Come back to us...where you belong... Wha?! Simeon... All coming back to you? You're one of us, Fei. ... Fei? What's wrong? ... Fei! Are you alright? Fei, say something!
... Huh?! Haah!
No, little dude, what are you doing? Fei launched the ball into his own team's goal! That's a wipe-out and a half! And that's the end of the first half! It's totally still anyone's game!
Fei, what's wrong? It's not like you to mess up like that. I didn't "mess up", Arion. I scored on purpose. But you scored in the wrong goal! Did I? You think you know where my true allegiance lies, do you? You mean...? Fei, you're not saying... Fei! What's got into you? Fei? Come, Fei... Come back to where you really belong... FEI!!! Come back here, Fei! Now! So he's betrayed us. I don't believe it. He was a spy all along?! He can't be! Fei is our friend! He wouldn't betray us! What's Simeon done to him? We've no obligation to tell you such things. Oh, that's how it is, is it? We answer to Simeon and no one else. You're only captain in name. Tch. This is why I don't like working with others. Looks like El Dorado 01 have decided to pull Rune from the pitch for the second half. Hang tight, dudes!
This should mix things up a bit! Professional Foul! What? This wasn't part of the- Zan are going all out, with complete disregard for fair play! It's a wonder the ref's keeping all his red cards in his pocket!
And another goal goes to Zan!!! El Dorado look like they've suffered some injuries too. In surfing we'd call that a sand facial. I guess it's more of an astroturf facial.
It's not over yet! Professional Foul!!! That's bogus to the max, aggressive dudes! Have Zan finally shown their true colours?! But it's not enough to break El Dorado's spirit! They're not gonna bail out of this game! It's not over till it's over! They're still trying to fight back? They play fair. And they have honour compared to these N-Gen plebeians... They're still not even remotely tired...but how? You do know who we are? Hyper-Evolved Children aren't like you ordinary humans!
And Zan bury another goal in the net! And El Dorado look like they've been hit by a cruncher or two! This is the most one-sided match I've ever seen, dudes! Stop having all the fun! Here, let me! What are you doing? Stay back! Outrageous, The onslaught continues with a surprise attack from Feduhm! Just how long can this go on?! Heh, there's still plenty more to come! N-Gen have power. Incredible power. But something about them ticks me off. And I don't like being ticked off... Dudes and dudettes, that's 10 goals netted by Zan in a single half! It's safe to say El Dorado won't be making a comeback now! Unbelievable. They're overwhelming, both mentally and physically. It's clear that we're going to lose this match. In which case... Blade! Move your defenders forward, past the halfway line! What?! An all-out attack? Isn't that too reckless? They could score even more goals while we're up front! Think, Blade. You're going to have to accept that we've lost this match. All that remains is to lay the groundwork for the next one. Our opponents know they've won. They're overconfident. So they're going to get careless. Even so... The importance of the final goal is completely different to us, do you understand? That one point can completely change the mood. So we're pulling out all the stops just to get a goal. Exactly. To leave a sliver of hope for the others. Understood.
Good. Now, get out there! Yes, Coach! I'll give it a try!*
Can't see them turning this around now. But they're still not giving up? So that's your code. To play to the end...
And it's all over! The first round of the Ragnarok tournament goes to N-Gen!!! Bah. They're too strong... It's over. But it's not like we didn't get a goal in. That means we can turn it around next time! I know, right? We'll just have to give it to 'em in the second round, eh, Victor? Yeah. We'll have to. I get it now... This is what Coach Sharp was talking about. It really did change the mood. Thank you, Coach... I don't get it... We completely dominated them, but I didn't feel a thing. If anything, I feel... I feel angry! Grrrrraaaaaaaaaaah!!! Hey, Avalonic. Nicely done, by the way. Going somewhere? Sorry, but I won't be joining you after all. I walk my own path. Well, that's a letdown. I had something nice to give you. Zanark... Could he be the one? Sorry. We couldn't do it. Don't beat yourself up about it, Victor. There's still hope. Right. And I think we owe that hope to Coach Sharp, no? You noticed? He'd never usually let us play so recklessly if he wasn't trying to make a point. Come on, let's not dwell on it, guys! We should be thinking about what comes next! You're right, JP. We have to get down to business! Right, Arion? Y-yeah... Whatever was the matter with Fei, I wonder? If he really was a spy, then we can't just sit here idly. We'd best hear it from Fei himself. It can't be true. It just can't be!
Is Fei...not who we thought he was? It looks like Fei left the stadium. See if you can catch up to him. I can't for the life of me fathom what could be the matter with Fei...
Fei! Please, tell me! Why did you side with them? Did they blackmail you? Whatever it is, we can sort it out, I'm sure! I'm sorry, Arion. I can't be with you guys any more. I remember everything... Why I went to your time. Why I was fighting El Dorado. What are you talking about?! Arion, I've been fighting all this time because- Because you love football! You told me, remember? No. Because we fight those who don't accept the way we are. That's our mission... What do you mean? What mission? Maybe it's better if I explained this. Fei is hyper-evolved, just like us. He's the same as you? ... That's right. And that makes him our ally. But that doesn't make any sense! Why would Fei be on your side?! Well, we did send him to your time specifically to protect football. YOU sent him? Well, here's where it gets a bit tricky. Basically, I erased some of Fei's memories so he wouldn't know he was one of us. Then I took him over to Dr Cryptix, the inventor of the time machine. He was strongly opposed to anyone rewriting history, so I figured he'd cooperate. And everything went nice and smooth from there. He sent Fei back to your time to stop El Dorado from messing with the past. But why did you erase his memories? Fei's a good boy. He doesn't tell lies. Erasing his memories made it easy for you to open your hearts to him. Which made it easier for him to push you in the right direction. So we've been playing into your hands this whole time... Well, yeah, you could put it that way. No...! So none of it was true... You said there were people in the future who loved football. YOU loved football! Was all that a lie?! ... Nah, he wasn't lying. When you take away his memories, his pure love for football is just about all that's left. When you met Fei, he was as innocent and as truthful as they come. Wait! Sorry, but we really have to go. Feeeeeeeei!!! Fei... This is...truly horrible. Hoho! It does boil down to a rather inert conclusion, doesn't it? Doctor! There you are! Sorry to have kept it from you kids, but I knew all along that this was all part of Simeon Ayp's sapient plan. What? And you didn't tell me? Of course I didn't tell you, my dear Wonderbot! I'd already pre-programmed your little blue android bonce to keep tabs on Fei! So you just went along with Simeon's plan? Yes. Because Fei didn't exactly seem au fait with it. He was looking as distant as the moons of Saturn. Now, I believe that Fei will eventually come to realise what it is that he really has to do. In fact, I'd stake my boxers on Fei being the key to this whole evolutionary fiasco! Hard as it is on the poor boy, I kept my whiskers zipped and went along with Ayp's plan. Oh, Fei... I'll believe in him, too. He'll come back to us. I have faith that he will, yes! Raimon Eleven. The chairman urgently requires your presence in the meeting room. I wonder what he wants to talk to us about. We'd better go.
I am truly sorry I had to withhold those minutiae from you, dear Arion. Truly, from the bottom of my heart... Fei, what's happened to you?
Ahh! You were in the El Dorado team! That's mad smart! Don't let the loss get to you. You can still do it! It doesn't matter what others think - I think you did a fine job. Especially with that goal at the end! It's OK to lose one match...just as long as you win the next two! Where do you think the best seats in the stadium are? Somewhere not too near, but not too far from the action... I...don't really want to watch the match. It's just gonna end horribly, I know it... So, if the team I was cheering for lost, then it must be my fault... And that means I can't go and watch the second round, so nope! Not going!
Why didn't they just play all of Perfect Cascade in the match? They would've won for sure with a smart line-up like that! I saw the Ragnarok match. What was that supposed to be? Football? Ha! I don't know how the ref didn't give them a red card because that was the most foul play I've ever seen! Even against overwhelming odds, that team really stuck it out right up to the final whistle. It gives me hope that we'll turn it all around. There's still time! Must stock up on supplies before N-Gen rule the world... Gah, but there's so much I still want to buy! That's it. Doom and gloom is our future. It was the height of idiocy to go up against those children.
Welcome to Eldotraders! Everyone's looking pretty down these days, so I thought I'd try and cheer them up a little! Hey, darling... Yes, honeybunch? I'm really scared about this match... Aren't you? Well, I've got you with me. Together, we've got nothing to be afraid of!
Hmm, hm hmm... Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't see you there. Ah, this is the Football Memorial Museum. N-Gen were really scary... (sniff) Never seen anything like that. N-Gen just ploughed through us like we weren't even there. I hope those kids are OK... El Dorado lost?! No way! Not zazz. Not zazz at all. What if they lose in the next match? Eep...
At first, I thought it was kind of fair of N-Gen to offer to settle this in a football match. Then I saw how they play... There's not much in the way of sportsmanship on show in this match. These matches are too frightening to watch. Just tell me what the results are when it's all over... There's some kind of blue bear with the El Dorado team. Is that their mascot? It's kinda cute. Think they'll be selling merchandise of it in the stadium? Wake up, Sis! They just lost the first round of the most important football contest in history, and all you can think about is merchandise! I wonder what happens if you lose Ragnarok... Maybe the whole place will be blown to smithereens, just like what happened to El Dorado's headquarters...
The chairman requests your presence. Don't keep the chairman waiting, now.
Ah, there you are. Firstly, I must apologise. Our information regarding Fei Rune was insufficient. Simeon must have found a way to stop us from identifying him. We'd completely overlooked that the enemy could have been lurking within our ranks. Fei's not our enemy... Mmm, perhaps not. But that's not why I called you here. We've finally completed the HEC Suppressant. What's that? Let me explain. For a while now, our research and development team have been working on a way to cancel the effects of the HEC Gene. And now our research is complete. With the power of the HEC Suppressant, we can completely eliminate the Hyper-Evolved Children's special powers. That's possible? It is. However! The proper application requires complex treatment. They'll have to really want our help or we won't be able to cure them. Sadly, we don't believe that Simeon will agree to the treatment. Even though it could save their lives. Wait...save their lives? You recall that Hyper-Evolved Children have greatly reduced lifespans in exchange for their abilities. The reverse is also true. If we suppress their powers, their bodies won't be under so much pressure and their lifespan will increase. So they can go back to being normal people again? Precisely. But they would surely find it difficult to part with the very thing that makes them unique. Simeon began his rebellion because he was keenly aware of his reduced lifespan. But now, the only thing running through his head is to take over the world. So he won't listen... Can't we just fix everything by winning the tournament? We can even get Fei back that way. You're right. All we have to do is win! If we beat Ragnarok, we can save everyone! Exactly.
... ...Hm? What's wrong? Does he bother you? ... You know, it's been bugging me. Who are you? You're funding us under the alias Benefactor X, but we don't know anything about you. And you're the only adult on our side. You must have been part of El Dorado at some point. How else would you know all the inside info you gave us? I don't really mind if you were. I'd just like to know. ... Well, it's up to you, I guess. But if you're going to betray us...well, that'd be stupid. You know how that'd work out. ...
Round two, huh? Let's see who we're up against this time. Whoever we face, we can't afford to lose this time. Let's meet in the meeting room.
Is...you-know-what ready for deployment? Right. Set it up. Well then, team. All rested and ready for today's match? Yes, sir! That's what I like to hear. I'll be your coach today, so let's head over to the stadium now, shall we?
I'll be your coach for today's match, so let's head over to the stadium.
Here it is, dudes, the second mondo important battle of Ragnarok! The first round went to N-Gen, so the pressure's on El Dorado to see if they can tame that wave and level the score today! So you're the second team? Hmm... I'm bored of you already. You were there with Simeon when you destroyed the El Dorado HQ, weren't you? Well! You've got good memory, for a normal! Of course they do, Mehr. One look at your gorgeous face and it's imprinted on their brain. Really, Ghiris, you are such a flirt! You're looking quite sharp today, yourself. Love the hair! Ahaa haa ha! So kind of you to say so, angel! Ahaa haa ha! Always a pleasure, hun! Yuckkkk... Mehr and Ghiris are arguably N-Gen's brightest players. There's great intellect behind all the sweet nothings. So they picked Gihl for their second team. Tch, that's bad. They developed N-Gen's weaponry. They could have anything in store for us. Gihl's battle tactics are first class. Their power far exceeds Zan's. Ugh, so we're in for a rough ride, then? If only we'd have been able to complete the Ultimate Eleven... We were so close, but then Fei left and now...well, it's all gone a bit pear-shaped, hasn't it? Fei will come back! I know he will! He's one of the team! Even if he does, that still doesn't solve the problem of the 11th member. As I recall, that would be the "all-round player who can pierce any defence with raging fire and quaking thunder", right? Who's the best choice for player 11, Mr Evans? Hmm... Well, if I had to pick someone, it'd be...you know...what's his face. With the massive hair. That boy in the enemy's team, Zanark. Wait... You want Zanark to be our 11th player?! Well, isn't it obvious? He's got fire and lightning coming out of his earholes! If you can get him on the team, that might be enough already. Yeah. He does seem like a bottomless pit of raw power. I knew you'd say that. Zanark! What are you doing here?! Meh. Those guys rubbed me up the wrong way. If I had to pick between a bunch of crazy old men or a gang of moody kids, I know which one I'd choose. So count me in, gramps. Wait... You're joining our side?! Oh, no. You can't just wander in that easily, not after you...you made a fool of us! That ship sailed long ago, Zanark Avalonic! Sorry, but I'm also against the idea. He can't be trusted. Yes, all very good points! Well, tough luck, plebeians. I've already made up my mind. Now people, let's not get ahead of ourselves. Granted, your power would be a [trememdous] aid, Zanark. But to be perfectly blunt, you're still not good enough! I knew you'd say- Uh? I'm sorry, I think my ears need cleaning. I could have sworn you said I wasn't good enough. You aren't. Not yet. But you do have the potential to be the 11th member. We're going to undergo some rigorous training. Do exactly as I tell you and you might just cut the mustard. Not happening. Eh? You haven't even seen a fraction of my true power, you old crystal codger. I'll show you I'm already one of your Ultimate Eleven, and I'll prove it in the match! Looks like Zanark's made his mind up. I guess there's no stopping him... Do as you like. It's not as if you're going to listen to anything we say, anyway. Team, get yourselves ready for the match. Speak up when you're ready.
Zanark's supposed to be the eleventh member of the Ultimate Eleven? Is that...well, I mean...is that even possible? Mehr and Ghiris are not to be underestimated. Don't think you can just act as you please, Zanark! I'll wipe that stupid smirk off your face! It'll be fun to see how long you'll last, at least. Ahahahaha! Ohohohoho! Sorry, but we'll be winning this round. Like, get on your marks, folks, cause it's high time to get this match on the road!
Ce n'est pas possible! You mean Zanark Ava-loner is our 11th player?! I RESENT THAT, PLEBEIAN PIPSQUEAK! Listen well - my name is Zanark Avalonic, nameless nobody from nowhere! A name I may have, but nameless I remain! But as I keep sayin', man, ye've got a na...oh why do I bother, ye've already replied...
All done? Then step it up. Right. I will now announce the line-up for the second team. Di Rigo will be captaining the team. I believe he's more than capable. Me? You think I'll be able to keep El Dorado in line? Go for it, Riccardo! Y-yes. Bene! Let's do this!
Boards are waxed and wetsuits donned, so let's hit the waves! The match between El Dorado 02 and Gihl is ready for kick-off! If we lose here, we lose the whole tournament. Everything rests on this match! I dunno about those outfits, though... My virtuoso looks good in anything. Ahh...!
Let's start out strong! Virtuoso!!! H-huh? What are you doing, Gamma? Pass the ball! I don't take orders from you. Last time, I was possessed by that fool Zanark. You've never had a chance to see how I really play! How very ambitious of you, Gamma. But I think you'll find I'll be the woman of the match! Give the ball here, you piece of dirt! Oh no, it seems like there's mutiny in El Dorado's ranks! Peace and love, dudes! Remember the teamwork! It's only natural that lesser beings should degenerate into clawing, biting animals. Now compare that to our pristine perfection! Ready, hun? As ever, angel!
GOAL! Gihl take the initiative with Mehr and Ghiris's striker partnership and clinch an early lead! Totally tubular! Gah! I knew it was going to be hairy, but Protocol Omega aren't cooperating at all! Don't be so quick to judge. Just watch.
The spotlight's on us, hun! Ready? Need you even ask? They have the same Fighting Spirit?!
Now, angel! Teach them how flawlessly elegant you truly are! Beauty is not in the eye of the beholder - it's HERE! Uurghh... Goal! Mehr's Fighting Spirit completely tore through the keeper like a shark through a board! Romeo put up a brave attempt to defend, but it looks like he really was blown away by her beauty! What light through yonder window breaks, dudes? That's not a light - it's the half-time whistle! I believe it's time to deploy our ace in the hole.
For the second half, we'll be substituting Romeo for a new keeper. After extensive analysis of Mark Evans's data, we were able to design a truly state-of-the-art android. Allow me to introduce... Mecha-Mark. NICE-TO-MEET-YOU-GUYS. I-AM-MARK. LET'S-PLAY-FOOTBALL! ...Mecha-Mark?! We had the research team who made Perfect Cascade build him based on the data we'd collected on Mark Evans. He's still just a prototype, but I think he'll be fully operational for at least the duration of this half. So that's an android of Coach Evans? Yeah, it totally is - look. He's got that bandanna and everything. It is the future. I guess anything's possible. Urgh... That feeling... It's back again... Is that all you've got, Zanark? I was expecting more. Hmph. Just you wait, gramps. The second half will be my time to shine. The second half is about to kick off, and I'm told that El Dorado 02 plan to substitute their keeper! Radical decision! With a dude by the name of Mecha-Mark! Cool handle, man! Mecha-Mark? Hahahahaha! That's hilarious, I love it!
Yes, yes, very funny. Just wait till the laugh's on you! This one's mine! Negative. Leaving your position would weaken our defence. I will proceed. Ugh, who cares! Just shut your traps and pass to me! Argh. The team really won't hold together... Riccardo! Hm? I'm going to give you some data, so listen carefully. Alpha - 38 to 48. Beta - 30 to 52. Gamma - 45 to 50. What am I supposed to do with that? You should know. You're the captain. What can I do at this point? I don't understand... One of the principles of war is knowing when to move and when to be still. When to attack, and when to defend. Of course! Nobunaga taught me that I have to stay calm and make rational decisions, no matter how bad it gets. I have to follow their movement!
What in heavens was that move? We programmed Mecha-Mark with some rather special data. Data from every match the real Mark Evans ever played. That fusion of moves was deemed to be the most effective for that situation. It's the most powerful combination possible.
This isn't working. I can't do anything with this team! Think about it, Riccardo. You must know what those numbers represent!
Ah! So that's what the numbers mean... It's the range of their speed! And now that I know that, I can guide them the way that I want! Alpha! Beta! Gamma! Follow my lead! Virtuoso Vulcano!!! Now shoot! Affirmative! Shoot Command 24! Omega Assault!!! An absolutely glorious shot, Riccardo! Coach Guile must have given me that data so I'd be able to direct the team as a whole. So that lot managed to get it together. Who'd have thought it? Was it something you said to Rick that made him realise? I could tell Riccardo had the makings of a top tactician. I just had to find a way to draw it out of him. A little nudge in the right direction, yes? Well, I have to hand it to El Dorado.
There's the whistle! The second round of Ragnarok is officially over!!! My oh my. What a dreadful turn of events. Perhaps letting Zanark go wasn't such a good idea, after all? Heh. True, but Simeon got Fei to come over to his side, too. Kind of evens out, doesn't it? Rowwr! I'm not too bothered about what happened. Both Zanark and Fei do have the HEC Gene. It only proves our superiority, to be honest. The next match is where we pull out all the stops. Hahaha! How about that! Satisfied now, gramps? I'm afraid not, boy. You still weren't using your full potential. I can't call you one of the Ultimate Eleven in all honesty. Hah. Ridiculous. Now I know you're just making excuses. ...You're afraid, aren't you? Afraid? Did you just call THE Zanark Avalonic "afraid"? You're repressing your full power because you're scared it might get out of control again, like it did in China. Ultimate power isn't something you can tame. It's wild, savage and brutal. But you have to ride it nevertheless. So it's like...a raging bull? Yes, something like that. But I'd forget about it, if I were you. Handling that kind of power requires an immeasurable level of control. You don't think I'm up to it! True power is power that can be controlled. A rich man sitting on his gold is nothing but a miser, unless he uses it! Hmm. Gahahaha! I knew you'd say that! Alright, gramps. I accept your challenge! Keep that 11th player's seat warm. I've got a raging bull to ride! Ciao! He really does do whatever he wants, doesn't he? Are you just going to let him ride off?! Leave him be. He's come up against a great wall, and no one can climb it but him. Alpha, Beta, Gamma. Thank you. We couldn't have won without you. Hmph. I don't recall doing anything for you. I simply refused to lose to those N-Gen brats. I couldn't let them just injure my pride! Exactly. Now, if I had been captain, we would have been in the lead far sooner! Haha. You think so? For some reason, I feel...lighter. The feeling that tormented me has vanished. Oh! Maybe it's because you were frustrated before? Frustrated? Yeah. You lost to us, and that annoyed you. But now you feel better because you played really well today! But to me, football is nothing but a means of battle. Oh...really? Or so I thought. Looks like our whole reason for playing changed, huh? It does seem that way. So you like football a bit now, maybe? Just a little? ...Affirmative.
It's the final round of Ragnarok... I guess they've been saving us for last, right, Arion? Nothing's set in stone yet, though. Come on, let's go and find out. Ouais! I hope Fei will be watching...
Yesterday's match was so smart! I was watching the whole time! You're going to win this time, too, right? I'll be cheering you on! If you put your mind to it, you can achieve anything! So get out there and win the next match, and we can all rest easy. Best of luck! Come on, you Dorados! One more match to win and it'll all be over! So the score's one all. That's certainly a thrill! Come on, Mom, I really wanna go in! We'll miss all the good seats! Third round, eh? I'd love to watch, really I would. But the team I cheer on always ends up losing, so it's better if I don't go!
Why didn't they just play all of Perfect Cascade as a team? It doesn't make sense. But we won anyway, so yaaaaay! El Dorado sure know their robotics. Perfect Cascade and that mecha goalkeeper guy... Keep 'em coming! Oh yeah, right. Mecha-Mark. That was its name. Why's it called "Mark", though? We won! We won the second round! It's an absolute miracle! I'll have to go to the stadium and watch the third round in person. But will there be any seats left?! Phew, that's my end-of-the-world shopping spree done. I've got sweets stacked to the ceiling! That should tide me over, right? Well! That was one zazz of a turnaround! I suppose I should never have given up hope so early.
Don't tell anyone, but I was one of the players in Ragnarok yesterday! What, you were too? Yeah, yeah, and I bet you've got your own Fighting Spirits as well, right? Who's gonna believe that? Hey, darling... Yes, honeybunch? What happens if we lose? Will N-Gen attack us? If they do attack, I'll do everything in my power to protect you!
Virtuoso Vulcaaaaaano!!! Mr Drigo in the second round was so smaaart! One win, one loss, huh? It really is all or nothing now. Let's-play-football! That android Mecha-Mark was so smart! I hope he's gonna be on sale!
Nice job, El Dorado! Not surprising they won though, with Schemer Guile in charge. I want to, but... No! These matches are too frightening to watch! You won the second round? I'm not sure whether to believe you or not... All of Protocol Omega are real good-looking! Will they be in the next match? Cos if Gamma's playing again, I totally have to watch! Get real, Sis! We won the last round, yeah? That's what we're supposed to be pleased about. It'll soon be time for the third round of Ragnarok... Good job you won yesterday. Do you think I should get my hopes up for a happy end?
Is everyone present? Good. This is the deciding match. It's do or die time.
It's come down to the third round. I'll be your coach for this one. The score's one-all, and this match will be the decider. Team, let's head to the pitch. Yes, Coach! Best of luck, Axel. Thanks. We'll make it through this. And we'll get Mark back, too.
Then it's over to you. I'll be coaching the third team today. If we're all ready, then let's head down to the pitch. We don't know what Simeon has planned, but be on your guard at all times.
This is it dudes and dudettes - the final round of Ragnarok!!! Will El Dorado hold onto their power, or will N-Gen take over and rule the world? The future of everyone on this planet hangs in the balance, and that balance is about to shift! Hopefully to a place with good surfing! There's the Benefactor... ... Did he fund N-Gen because he was interested in their evolution? And there they are - N-Gen's third team! Welcome, grommets! Fei?! Arion... You're playing against us? That's right. I'm the captain of Gahl. But why...? I don't want to play you, Fei! Not like this! You have no choice. All my memories came back to me. I'm a different person now. My father abandoned me. You know why? Because he was afraid. Afraid of my power. No... But then Simeon reached out to me. He told me my powers weren't meant to be feared. They were wonderful, he said. They were a door to a world of limitless possibility. That's when I knew I had to take revenge on those who hated us and made us hate ourselves. I can't believe that, Fei. I won't! When you played football, you played it for fun! You love football! I won't go easy on you, Arion. Fei, please...
Searching database... No results found for Fei Rune as Gahl captain. Updating database... So, Fei was a spy. Unbelievable... Arion, are you alright? Oh, Fei... ... (yawn) Just the sight of you guys is making me sleepy. This one'll be a cinch. We're not like you. And that's something we'll have to hammer home to you in the match. Don't be getting too familiar with our captain. He's OUR captain, after all! Here it is, folks! The third and final round of the legendary Ragnarok tournament is about to get under way!
Are you ready for this? Alright. Take your time and come back when you're ready. OK. I want you to focus solely on the match. No distractions. Now, here's the line-up... Umm... What is it? New data received. Updating database... Recognition complete. Arion Sherwind, you are registered as the new team captain. Oh...um, OK. So, I guess we're all ready? All parts are at full working capacity, Captain. Just tell us what to do, Arion! Just give the order, Arion! Right. Everybody, let's go!
Former teammates now see themselves pitted against each other! It really tugs at the heartstrings, dudes. But there's no time for feelings when the waves are rough! The third round between Gahl and El Dorado 03...is...GO!
Here I go! Ostras! He's fast!
GOAL! It's been, like, five minutes and Gahl score the first goal, taking the lead! Fei seems a lot stronger than he was before. What happened? Hmm. Perchance he's been holding back his real strength this whole time...
Go for the ball! On it! Fei! To you! No! You no get through!!! Move!
Mix 'n' Match Big!!! And Rune lands another goal! El Dorado aren't getting a moment's rest! Yowch, keep on surfing, little dudes! What's with the dangerous play, Fei? You could have hurt someone! Why would you do that? Can't you see? We're different to you, Arion. We're...gifted beings. We have to wipe out the old world and replace it with the new. Fei, stop it! That's right. This is just the way things have to be. We have to demonstrate our power.
Gahl are in total control of the game already... Yeah. I still don't understand why Fei would play like that... Arion, worry later. Right now, you need to play with everything you've got. Yes, Coach! But what are we going to do for the second half? It seems someone's in need of a trump card. Right? Am I right? I'm right. Zanark! You're back! I knew you'd say that. Know this, plebeians! The nameless nobody from nowhere who stands before you is Zanark Avalonic no more! His new name shall be... Well, perhaps we can decide that another time...when you least expect it! Umm... Some journey of self-discovery that was. You've only been gone a day! Heh heh... What may have been a mere day to you was months to me! I endured gruelling hardship while you were all tucked up in bed! Huh? Months? You're just dying to know, aren't you? Well, if you REALLY want to know, I suppoooooose I could tell you. I went on a journey through time to find the best places in the world to train. I wrestled ferocious beasts, endured the scorching heat of lava, fought my way out of famous battlegrounds... And in the end, I faced the most fearsome catastrophe in history head on...Hurricane Zeta! And I conquered it! I rode the very wind itself and kept it under my reins! Which can only mean one thing - I am now the world's greatest nameless nobody from nowhere...anywhere! GAHAHAHAHAHA! ... And that's about the size of it. You're gonna play me in the second half, gramps. Let me show you the ultimate power...my final form!!! Hah! Go on, then. Alright. We'll swap out Ough Cee. Acknowledged. It's time for the second half of the final round! It looks like Avalonic is back up, and back on El Dorado's side! But is it too little too late?
You bark like chihuahuas. Well, I used to bite like a pit bull. But now, the strongest nobody in existence barks, bites, claws and tears like nothing on this planet!!! Mix 'n' Match Zanark Ultra!!! Well, what do you think? This is what happens when you tackle a hurricane...and win! The man's gone nuts. Completely barmy. Plebeians, turn your heads this way. It's time for Zanark Avalonic's brand-new special move! Grrrrrrrrrrrrooouuuuuuugh!
Encore, screams the crowd! Feast your eyes on this! I Am the Almighty!!! ULTRAAAAA!!!
Whoaaa! What do you say to that, gramps? Go on, say it! Yes, it's there! I can sense the power of the eleventh! You are indeed the "all-round player who can pierce any defence with raging fire and quaking thunder"! Heh. I knew you'd say that.
Don't get cocky! No... If we let them score a goal now, they'll have complete control of the match! Gabi! I've got to stop this. Whatever the cost! Don't forget, Gabi! We're the Ultimate Eleven! There's nothing we can't overcome! Yeah... Thank you, Arion. I'll believe that! I was forgetting that I was one of the Ultimate Eleven, too. But every one of us here has the power! Raaaaaaaaagh! Standard-Bearer Brynhildr! Armourfy!!! He armourfied his Fighting Spirit! Woooow! Go go Gabi! Sor not give up, either! Sor have power, too! Yeeheeeeeee! Ouais! Everyone's so strong now! Yes! We can do this, everyone! Their team spirit is stronger now. Did Zanark give them some motivation? No, it's not just Zanark. It's Arion. Everything he says and does brings them all together. Arion, I...
Wow! Gabi's armourfied Fighting Spirit is amazing! Wargh! Sor amazing too! Sor show Aridon how good Sor can be!
Weehee! What Aridon think now? Now Sor win for team! Don't underestimate them, Sor! Keep going!
Fei, we're moving to stage two. Huh? I've got to test you. To make sure you're ready to come back to us. I understand. Haaaaaaaah!!! Wha- Urrgh... What is this?! My head...feels like it's about to split apart... Goodness me, no... He's using telekinetic waves! What?! One of the Hyper-Evolved Children's powers? Unfortunately so. It puts great pressure on the target's head. If this goes on, it'll put the whole team out of commission! Arghh! Urrhh! Fei...please...stop this... This isn't...football... Do you really...want to end it...like this?! A-Arion, you're... Keep going, Fei. They could never understand us. You know this. They aren't like us. They're the enemy! You're...my enemy! Haaaaaaaah! Gaaaaaaaaaaahhh! Waaaaaaaaaaaaaagh! Don't listen to him, Fei!!! Wh-what? Benefactor X? No! Sorry, but I can't stand here idly and let you take the coward's way out. Fei, stop this right now! Would you kindly shut up? You know what you have to do, Fei. No! You don't have to listen to him! I... I...
And that's all you get, dudes! What a bodacious match that was! The game ended in a draw, which means we have a tiebreaker situation! Mondo excitement! Fei...what happened to you? So, what happens if it's a draw? (sigh) Well, that's dull. Hey, old man. Hm? Are you addressing me? Neither of us are satisfied with this result, right? So...how about one last match? That's fine by me. Awesome. We're adding an extra round to Ragnarok - the true final battle! You can field any player you like. We'll be putting out our strongest team, so we expect you to do the same. We'll be using my own personal team, Ragnah. So he's finally showing off his best team. The match will take place in Ragnarok Stadium tomorrow. ... Everything will be decided tomorrow. I really can't wait. And today taught me a valuable lesson - one I should have already known: you just can't trust grown-ups. So we'll finally be up against Simeon this time... Yeah. But we're still going to win, just like before. ... What...? Why?
Fei just left the stadium. Quickly, you must go after him!
Fei... Fei, I wanted to protect you. That's why I helped N-Gen. Who are you? My name...is Aslei. Aslei Rune. I'm your father.
Oh! I...I see. But why? What good is there in showing yourself now? You decided you want to help me? And it just crossed your mind today, did it? No, I- You abandoned me. You were frightened of me and you left me! That's not true. I wasn't frightened of you. Then what?! What other reason could you have for leaving me all alone?! I was afraid of losing my position. Afraid that the family I'd built would fall apart. If El Dorado had found out about you, there's no telling what would have happened to you. Leaving you was the only way to protect us both. How can that be...? But please understand - I didn't abandon you. I thought about you every waking moment. I was so worried about you, I took the guise of Benefactor X to make sure you were alright. There's no point telling me all this now. You're too late. It's not too late! You can still leave N-Gen! If you stay with them, sooner or later you'll be completely deluded by Simeon and his perverse way of thinking! You can say what you want but it won't change anything, "Dad"! Fei! Why are you being so unreasonable? Stay out of this, Goldie. Why do you keep trying to help me? This has nothing to do with you. It's got everything to do with me! Because Fei, you're... You're my son! ...What? It's true. I travelled back in time to when your mother was still in school and brought her with me. When I was working with N-Gen, I didn't know who to trust. So I asked your mother to protect you. That...that's not... You were never alone, Fei! We've both been looking after you this whole time!
And that's why I'm asking you. Please believe me. I just want to save our son... "Our" son? That sounds so...weird. I mean, I'm not married! And I definitely don't have kids yet! I know. But it will happen, some day in the future. I'll do anything to protect Fei. Please...help me. I don't know... You just show up out of the blue like this... What am I supposed to think? I know it's hard to understand, but you're the only person I know who would be able to enter Fei's timeline. Fei would never recognise you, and yet you share a bond with him closer than anyone on earth. I believe you can protect him. Please! Fei's a good child. He's a sensitive soul, much like his mother. But, why now? If Fei's my son, why didn't you just ask me in the present? Wouldn't that be easier? You... My wife, that is... She... Stop. I changed my mind. I don't want to know. R-right... Alright. Tell me what he's like. Tell me everything about him.
Do you think it was easy for your dad to leave you alone? It was the hardest thing he's ever had to do! Think of everything he's done for you! Becoming a spy, bringing me here... I...I can't go back. Not now... I betrayed my friends! They trusted me and I betrayed them! If I leave N-Gen, I won't belong anywhere! You still have us. Wha...? You can come back to us. What made you think you couldn't, silly? We've been a team right from the start. I know you love football - you can't deny it! But, Arion, I- No buts! If you want to come back, you can. There's always a place for you! Arion... I'd forgotten. I had true friends...this whole time.
I'll let you go back to Arion and the others now, Coach Evans. Sorry...for everything. Bad idea. Simeon... If you give Evans back, they'll get what they want and then just run off back to their own time. They won't. I know they won't. They wouldn't leave me. Well, if you say so, why don't you test out that theory? I think what we're trying to do is wrong. You think so? I have to disagree. I'm sorry, Simeon, but I have to go. I want to fight at Arion's side. Have fun with that. But just so you know, it won't change anything. And I think you know why. I'll see you on the pitch. Err...you fine with just letting him go? The orphaned Fei Rune, reunited with family at last. A single tear rolls down the cheek. Exit, stage left. The curtain falls. Whatever.
... Sorry, Arion - there's one more thing I have to do. Wait for me. I'll be back this evening, I promise. I trust you, Fei...
Fei! Did you do what you needed to? Yeah. Sorry if I worried you. No, that's great! I knew you'd come back. I just knew it! Thank you, Arion. For always being there for me. Why wouldn't I be? I'm your friend! I can't argue with that. But are you going to be OK playing against Simeon? You used to be on his side... I'll fight him. Right now, he's living in a world of darkness. I just have to drag him out of it. You mean he needs rescuing? I guess it makes sense... Arion! Mr Evans wants everyone in the meeting room right away! What, now? Yes, NOW! Let's go, then.
Proper nonsense. Ya type canny fast, though! mark_shock.ipc I'm a speed demon amongst other things. Don't take it personally. Uhm...welcome...? Gahaha! I feel the welcome feelings! DUDE SURE IS MAKING HIMSELF AT HOME!!!!!! I thought you'd write that! And he replies so quickly, too...
There are just TOO many people for me to deal with! I won't ask again, WHERE ARE YOU?! I'll just cook and serve up the burger and chips myself, shall I? No biggie!!! NO! You're a terrible cook! Put those poor utensils down! DUDE, THAT IS SO NOT COOL! Don't sweat it, babe, I'll make it! Yeah sure... I don't know why I put up with you, Gammon. How on earth did I end up with someone like you?!
That everyone? Good. This better be good. I was finally starting to nod off. Stop your moaning and listen! Now, it's been a long time coming, I know, but the Ultimate Eleven are now a complete team! Oh! So we are... We are...? I mean, we are! Yeah! BOOYAH!!! And now that you're ready, there's only one thing that remains: to get out there and give N-Gen a good hiding! Yeah! And so, to reignite the old Raimon spirit, I decided it would be best to give you a new name. Ultimate Eleven isn't particularly memorable, after all. A new team name? Like...Virtuoso Allstars? The new name for the Ultimate Eleven will be...*
[Name Chosen]! This is your new name, so wear it proud! Yeah!!! Now that that's settled, just keep ahead of the game and you're sorted! Yeah!!! Usually, someone else would be giving us a pep talk at this point... Hm? You mean, Coach Evans? Yeah... It's a shame he's not here. ...
Hmmm. It's almost time. Shall we get going, Arion? Right! Tell me...how did we end up in this mess, again? I still don't really believe it, either. But we made it this far. There's only un petit peu left to go! It's not just about football any more. We're fighting to save the whole bleedin' world! This goes beyond football. We're going to save the entire world. Booyah! What a rush, eh? Sor explode with excitement, like big volcano! BOOOOOM! We'll show 'em just how good we are! I knew you'd say that. All of you. This is it. This is the one match we can't afford to lose! Ariooon! Hey!
Hey. How's it going? It's Coach Evans! Coach Evans!!! Coach Evans!!! Coach Evans! Welcome back! I'm... I'm so happy!
What's the matter? You look like you've seen a ghost. Play just like you always have and I know you'll pull through. Isn't that right, Arion? Oh, Coach! This is wonderful! It feels like Raimon's back together again! But...how? Sorry, guys. Hope you weren't too worried about me. Fei here managed to help me out. He helped me escape. As a stone, I didn't really have a leg to stand on. But how did you get back to normal? Hoho! That indeed is the million credit question! Reverting a person from a Chrono Stone back to their original form happens to be about as challenging as your average Sunday crossword! Well, bully for you! I got stuck on last week's. I asked Dr Cryptix last night to turn Coach Evans back to normal. I didn't know if he'd be back in time for today, so I didn't want to get your hopes up. Sorry for keeping it secret. So that's what you were doing yesterday! So Mr Evans can go back to normal, too! Me? I'm perfectly fine like this. Let me wait till the match is over before I go back to my decrepit old self. Well, if you're sure... So, are you going to coach us today, Coach Evans? Right you are, Riccardo. I'm with you all the way! Really?! Yay! Everything feels like it's falling into place now! Yeah! And just in time for the final battle! Right. Everyone! Let's play football! Yeah!!! I'll let you get yourselves ready for the final battle. Best of luck, guys!
Are you ready to go? The future of football rests in your hands. Good luck. So what if N-Gen are supposed to be super strong? We've got the Ultimate Eleven! Give 'em a taste of that! Do play your very best this time. I'm taking plenty of pictures! Is everyone alright? Ohh...I'm sure it'll all be fine. Ragnah are N-Gen's strongest team, but it is the Ultimate Eleven who will triumph. We will not wish you good luck, because we believe your victory is already assured. Bah. I'd hoped there might be an opening as coach for this match, but...well, never mind. What's important is that you win one for the team! Heh! Let the final act begin... Just so you know, we aren't like you lesser beings. If you do anything to insult Mehr's pride, you'll have brought the punishment on yourself.
This is the big boss battle, right? I'll cheer so loud, you'll be able to hear me on the pitch, OK? We all have faith in you, this old woman included. Believe in yourself. El Dorado are gonna win this! That's what everyone's saying! I believe in you, too! I'd never have thought the tournament would come to this! All this commuting is making me start to think I live here... Come on, Mom, I really wanna go in! We'll miss all the good seats! Ah, what the heck! This is the final round, so might as well go in there and yell my lungs out!
Perfect Cascade were just...so...smaaaaaart!!! I know it was a draw, but that made it even zazzer! I've believed in Chairman Argos until now and I'm not gonna stop now! He's the man who'll save the world! Between you and me, I've not much interest in football. But this time, I was on the edge of my seat. I'd quite like to see what it's all about without, you know, the threat of looming war. Well, I've got a lifetime supply of sweets stashed away. Guess I've got time on my hands to watch the grand finale! I'll cheer our team on till I go blue in the face! Did I hear right when the Hyper-Evolved Children said there would be a fourth round? Those children need to wake up and smell the protein-enhanced coffee-flavoured milkshake! I'll be a hundred and ten percent behind you!
After that match, I really feel I should be down there on the pitch, fighting with everyone! El Dorado are gonna win, and that's a fact! They're like our champions! Hey, darling... Hey, honeybunch? You are just the most wonderful man on the planet. Whatever happens, just know that I'll be here beside you, no matter what.
This is the Football Memorial Museum. I take it you're one of the few that come here to actually learn about football? Some people take it upon themselves to visit every museum, with complete disregard for what it really means. Disgraceful, really. Hey, I saw you playing! At Ragnarok! Yaaay! Good luck in the next match! I can't sleep at night because I worry so much about how it's all going to end. Not much I can do about it, though... Don't let N-Gen walk all over you. Humanity isn't just some doormat! Show 'em what it really means to be human!
Welcome to the Football Memorial Museum! Don't forget to support the future of humanity in the Ragnarok extra round! I'm shaking in my shoes thinking about how N-Gen are going to mop the floor with us... NOT! An extra round, huh? Well, I'm with El Dorado all the way. I know we'll win. I just know it!
Are you off to watch the extra round? Oh, I'm going. Absolutely. I figure everyone will be. I mean, it's the fate of the world on the line, here! Hey, bro, can we go and see the extra round? Can we, can we, can we? Time for the final match, eh? El Dorado really ought to get their act together now, hmm?
I like El Dorado's stuff. Even I have to admit, it's pretty zazz. Perhaps one day, the kits worn at Ragnarok will be up on display here, too.
Hey, I've figured out who you are - you're the Ragnarok players! Make sure you don't lose the next match! We're all behind you! Fight till ya drop! These matches are so frightening I can't even watch. All I can do is close my eyes and pray that things turn out alright. Hmm, I wonder how I can get autographs off the El Dorado players... Hey, Sis. Pay attention. It's the last round coming up now, yeah? You've got more important things to worry about. Do you watch the Ragnarok matches in the stadium or on the TV? I've been watching them on TV, but I thought I'd go down to the stadium to watch the one today. It might be the last chance we get!
Right. Are you all ready for this? OK. Get yourselves sorted and then we'll be good to go. Brilliant. Let's get this show on the road! I never thought I'd still be here, dudes, but here we are at the start of the extra round of the awful and awesome Ragnarok tournament! The future of our world will finally be decided tonight, so brace yourself for the biggest waves you've ever seen! It's time...for...kick-off!!! An extra special match calls for an extra special stage, I think.
Waah! Now, behold... No! The stadium's being dragged into a wormhole! What are you doing?
What's going on? We're inside a wormhole. He's sucked the whole stadium inside! Is there anything they can't do? We're within a wormhole?! Hmph. What's his game? Testing, testing. Can you hear this, you crazy old fools? Simeon... You dirty cheater! We figured you'd try and blow up the whole stadium with missiles if you lost and take us all out at once. So we moved it to a more...agreeable location. Tch! Alright. Now, let the battle to end all battles...begin!
I can't, like, believe my eyes, ears or any part of my body! The extra round is taking place smack in the middle of a spatial wormhole! What better venue for a truly out-of-this-world match? KICK-OFF!!!
How are they so strong?! Get it now? People like you from the old world need to be cleansed! Don't give up! Fortune smiles on those who fight to the very end!
The grown-ups in El Dorado are part of the old world. They treated us like monsters. But people like us, we're the new world. We'll erase the old one and reset everything! We'll start a new world order and create our very own utopia! We won't give up! We need our future! And they're supposed to be human? They are, Victor. They're human beings, just like us. And that means even they can lose! Assuming we can win...
Heh heh heh... Now, what do you think changed? You've got three guesses!
How can they move so fast?! Did they power up? They used ampoules. Ampoules? What are they? It's how they modify their powers. They store their aura in ampoules to enhance their abilities in different ways. And these ones made them lightning fast? This could be a problem... Uh-oh...
How are they so strong?! Get it now? People like you from the old world need to be cleansed! Don't give up! Fortune smiles on those who fight to the very end!
Tch. How can they be on equal footing with us? We're Hyper-Evolved Children! We're the strongest team in the world because of the gift we all share! Hah! Special powers don't make a team strong. It's the thoughts and feelings of every player working together that's important! Liar. Our powers give us worth! We're a billion times more important than those old men! And it's our powers that bring us together as N-Gen! I finally understand, now. Simeon, listen to me. N-Gen doesn't exist because everyone has super powers. It's because we were all sad, lonely children. We were all outcasts and N-Gen was our refuge. That's the only thing that's keeping it together. No...you're a liar, Fei! We are the next evolutionary step. N-Gen will herald a new era! The strong can survive without relying on grown-ups...on anyone! That's why we are strong! But what's the point of living on strength alone, without anyone to help you? That sounds awful. I'm sorry. I don't know how to explain it, but...that's not what makes a team! You have to be burning with passion, and overflowing with tears, and dancing with happiness, and all these things...together! Together? Together! That's what makes a real team! You have to make friends. And if you do, you'll make an unbreakable bond that'll last forever! He's right. We may have travelled through time and space to become the Ultimate Eleven... But the most important part was the journey itself, and what we gained from it. The bond of friendship! Uh... I was alone, like you. But after travelling with Arion and his friends, I don't feel alone any more. They're like a family to me now. We're not alone! We're special. Connected by our power! We don't have to be friends to be N-Gen! It shouldn't matter whether you have powers or not. We should treat each other as equals! No! We're special! We're gifted! Well, dudes and dudettes, this is it. The second half of Ragnarok's real final match!!! The first half was, like, outrageously intense, and neither team gave an inch! Who'll ride this wave and who'll wipe out? Let's find out!
Simeon! Should we knock them out with kinetic waves? No, let's not. It'll be the same as admitting defeat. There's no way we're weaker than them, anyway. Hmm. We're using the rest of our power now. All of it. Your wish is our command.
Simeon's Fighting Spirit is incredible! Hah. There's more! Do you feel the horror? The despair? Let me show you...my other face! Ooooooooouuuuuuuuu! W-what? Is that his Mix 'n' Match form? Normal humans wouldn't understand. This is the true power of a new race of beings!
And I'm only just getting started! Lord of Daemons, Evera! Armourfy!!! Now he's armourfied as well? Just how strong can he be?! Surprised? That's not even the full extent of my power! Move out! It's time to show the world just how special we are!
(huff pant) I don't know if I can...last much longer... What's the matter, guys? Have you forgotten? Remember how you always play...the Raimon way! The Raimon way... Hah! I've told them the most important thing in football often enough! The most important thing... Er...what was that again? If you work together as one, and go up against your opponent with everything you've got, then you're sure to win! Even if you're the strongest in your own right, it doesn't mean zip if you can't work together. I think we've all witnessed that. What really counts is a team is harmony! When all players work in unison, you can achieve perfection!* That's right... We're a team. Even if every player on their team is stronger than us, together, we're stronger than they'll ever be! We're the Ultimate Eleven!
I get it now. If we all link our passes together, it draws out our power and leads us to victory. This is what football's all about! This is why it's fun! We were so determined to win, we forgot what it's supposed to be like. That's the way, Arion. You just have to take it at your own pace and play football the way you want to. Then fortune's sure to smile upon you! I feel like we can take on the world right now! Come on, everyone! Let's link our passes and drive the ball home!
Hmm? What's going on? I can feel it... Our thoughts becoming one! Not just the 11 of us, but everyone we've met and fought together with through the ages! Their hopes and dreams are here with us! And that becomes our power, here on the pitch! Oho! Your auras are perfectly synchronised! This could just be it! We're going to win this. For the future! For everyone! Rrrraaaaaaaaaaaaugh!
Oof! He's too powerful! See? My power is a thing of beauty. Something you'll never even come close to. And that's why you'll never beat us! We will! You'll see! We're all the same!
You... (pant) just don't give up... (huff) do you? The old world needs to be cleansed. You can't stop us...
Haah... Haah... How? How can you still fight? How, how, how, how, HOW, HOW, HOW?! Arrrrghhhh!!!*
What?! How is this even possible?! The likes of you can't beat us! You can't win!!! No... I'm at my limit... All of my powers are spent... If I lose my powers, this team's over. It's my power that kept N-Gen together in the first place. It can't end here, not like this. I won't accept it! We...will...WIN!
Wahh! No! Don't you dare!!! Gaaah! Agh!
I can't even stand up any more... Argh! It doesn't make sense! Why does it have to end like this?! Urgh! It's all over. N-Gen's finished, as an organisation and a team. It certainly is not. What? It's not over till it's over, right, Simeon? Exactly! Like, you're our leader. We know you can pull off miracles. I'm a lost cause, you guys. Don't bother. Not true. We just need a little more time. We can still win. Come on. We can do this together. Huh?! But...why would you...? Why d'you think we would, dummy? We've fought together all this time! Yeah! After all we've done, you're not allowed to give up! Just give the order, and we'll follow you. Same as always. Besides, we can't quit here, can we? But... You don't want to let it end here, do you? Are you, like, just gonna give up? No...I won't. We'll fight them... Together, to the end. I swear. I never even realised... They were so right. I guess we weren't just a team because of our powers. We shared our battles together. We stood up against our fate and fought to live on. We can still fight! Together, as a team!
We did it... We won! Arion! It's over... It was a long struggle. Arion and the team have saved football, and the future of mankind too... Yeah. Yeah, but that's not all... They've made Raimon a force to be reckoned with. We lost... But wasn't it totally fun? You're right. We Hyper-Evolved Children have always thought that we were different, the next step. But in fact we're just the same. We faced our equals and we lost fair and square. That's all there is to it. But that's the least of it. Arion and his team have taught us a lesson. That we're not just some kind of organisation. That we're friends... Friends... Now that's a word... I've so never even used. Friends, huh? Simeon! Arion! Thank you... No problem! Arion, do you think you'd consider calling me a friend? What are you talking about, Simeon? There's no need for that! Friends aren't something you pick and choose. Becoming friends just happens while you're not even thinking about it! So before you know it, they're important to you! That's...friendship? Yeah! And that's why we're already friends, you see! Oh, Simeon... He's not exactly filling me with pride right now...
You win. We'll honour our word and let El Dorado get rid of our powers. That's great. Football's going to be really happy about this! What do you mean? Well, this means you'll get to live much longer now. So you get to have lots of fun playing football! Yeah, I guess. I hope football lives on! In your time, and even in the future's future! You can make all sorts of friends through football. Friends you never even knew you had. So I hope you keep playing! Haha. You would say that. Alright. Sure. Great! You should go. Don't keep your team waiting. OK. Coach Evans! We did it! We saved football! Yeah! Well done! Well? Are you going to say something? We're all waiting for you.
Good work, Arion! You've done your bit for the team.
Everyone's waiting for you. Better get a move on.
We did it, Arion. We saved football! I knew you'd be an amazing captain. Even better than I was.
You should see what the others have to say.
It's amazing. We really managed to save football, huh? It makes me kind of proud that we lived up to everyone's hopes, you know?
Come on. They're all waiting, Captain.
C'est magnifique, Arion! We really, really did it! Together, I feel like we can do anything! Like I can stop anything!
In the end, the match was so much fun! I'm so happy!
You made friends with Simeon! Arion, you really are a miracle worker. Only you'd be able to do something as incredible as that. We couldn't have clinched this victory alone. It's our team effort that pulled us through. I'm...sort of glad I realised that.
Here's hoping we'll get to play loads of normal football when we get back, eh? Yes, alright, now leave me be! I've no great revelations left to share with you.
BOOYAH! Now that's what I call the Ultimate Eleven, eh? Hahahahaha!
After this, I think I'm gonna soak in a nice, long, hot bath. Ahhhh, I can't wait...
It's finally over, Arion. They all trusted in me...Volodya, Soji Okita...and now I've done what they expected of me.
When we get home, I'm going straight to visit Volodya.
Your love of football even got through to Simeon in the end. I think I'll grow to like football even more, now. Much, much more!
I think everyone's dying to talk to you, Arion. Don't let me keep you!
Sor has tummy growls. Aridon, we eat tasty food soon? Sor hungry!
Sor want juicy twelve-course steak of Pa! Always yummy!
You helped me protect the most precious person to me in the world. Thank you.
You're all so lovely. Lovely, lovely people!
I've gotta thank you Raimonites. You gave me the thrill of a lifetime, and I just can't get enough of it! I knew from the beginning you wouldn't fail to impress me. And Zanark Avalonic is never wrong! Gahahahahahaha!!!
I don't follow my instinct. My instinct follows me! Gahahaha!
Mr Evans? ...
Ahh! Oho! Good heavens - he's back! He's back! Whew! I must admit, I was growing rather fond of that crystal!
You helped us out again, Grandad. What can I say? I'd do anything for football. Of course. It means everything to you, doesn't it? Only about as much as it means to a certain grandson of mine! Haha! You've got that right! Mark... I'll have to return to my own time after this. But I know football will be safe in your hands. Carry on my legacy, will you? Show the world what our football's all about. I will. I promise.
Well, Mark, I'll be off now. Nice seeing you again. You too, Grandad... We'd travelled through history, and met some really amazing people, but now our journey was at an end. I don't know if we really were good enough to be the Ultimate Eleven...but there's one thing I'm sure of: The friends we made through football were without a doubt...the greatest friends of all time!
The Hyper-Evolved Children are an example of what humanity will one day become. Is it really right for us to deny their existence? I don't know. But what I can say for certain is that the burden they carried today is too great for them. But tomorrow, perhaps not... When the time is ripe for the rest of humanity to take that step with them, I don't think that any one of us will be able to stop it. Hah. Too true! Too true. Hohoho...
We've got to go now. We have to return to our own eras. Yeah! So this is goodbye. Arion... Mm... It was really fun meeting you, Fei, and going on adventures...and playing football with all of you! I knew you'd say that. I feel the same. So this is it... It's all a little bit sad... Something come out of Sor nose... This is so sad, Arion... Take care. We won't ever forget, any of you! Thank you all! I won't either! I don't think I could forget you! I'll have so many wonderful memories of playing alongside you. Safe trip! Goodbye, Fei! OK, let's go! This time, we've got a bright new future waiting for us! Yeah! Let's go! Time jump! I wonder if our adventure was all just a dream... Our unbelievable journey through time and space! If it was a dream, I won't forget it... Because we made some true friends!
Do you know me? Lovely to see you again! It won't be long before I give birth to baby Fei. Yeah... I know. But you... Won't be able to be your mother. I know. You'll take a turn for the worse after I'm born... Yes... But it's alright. Because we got to meet again. I guess... Besides, we changed history once before. I'll do my very best...to meet my little baby. Goldie... I'll resist my fate and create a new timeline. Easy-peasy! Well, goodbye...Mom. OK! Fei! Take care, sweetheart! I will.
Mark! Eh? Congratulations on becoming national champions! Oh, it's you... You're Arion, right? Yep! I'm glad you remember me, Mark! Wow! Did you come all this way just to congratulate us? Nope... We came to play football! Well, we did promise to play together sometime, didn't we? Huh?! Raimon versus Raimon, eh? How about it? I remember... Yeah! Let's play football!
We're waiting for you at Saints' Way Stadium. What? Who said that? What's going on at Saints' Way Stadium?
Welcome to Dread Garden. We may sound scary, but there's really nothing to be afraid of. In fact, we'd like you to help us. Heh heh...
Welcome to Dread Land! We've all been dying to meet you. Now make a circle and let's all be friends...
They're real! They exist! The Galactic Dreamers have landed! Would you like to make contact? Don't be shy! Hey! Didn't you play in that last match? So, you must be an android, too! What? Not even a bionic arm? Aww. But that means you must be ultra smart, cos you still won! I'll believe in Chairman Argos till the very end. He'll save us all! Got my sweets stashed away, so I'm off to the stadium to watch the final match! I'll cheer our team on till I go blue in the face!
After that match, I really feel I should be down there on the pitch, fighting alongside everyone! Hey, darling... Yes, honeybunch? ...I love you. Heh... I love me too.
From the far-flung future flies the Time Travellers' Club! You don't know it yet, but they say you'll be recruiting some of them! This is the Football Memorial Museum. I take it you're one of the few that come here to actually learn about football? Hmm... That's some strange getup you're wearing. Is that the in thing now? Zazz or smart, or whatever they say. Kids these days... You just can't keep up. Psst! I know a secret you don't! Wanna know? You can go under the museum this way! But last time I tried, I got told off...
Football in the olden days seems so simple, just kicking a ball back and forth across the pitch. It must have been the height of boredom, really. Where's the entertainment if you don't have Fighting Spirits and Miximaxes? Well, I don't know about you, but I think Alpha's way zazzer than Beta! Exhibition Room 3 is just down that way. If you haven't been, it's really worth a look! I used to be an ace striker back in the day. Saved more matches than I care to count. What I'd give to be young again...
If El Dorado win this match, I'd hope they put a team photo up here to commemorate the occasion.
OK, Agamemnon! Lie down! Oh, no, this isn't my dog, I don't know where he came from! I just named him because he's so cute! Woof! (For the last time, human, I am Grentar, Burier of Bones and Chaser of Sticks! Heed me!)
You know what would make the school a whole lot cleaner? Motorised brooms. No stealing my idea! The sporty students are in here with injuries so often, you'd think they were walking accidents! You will take time to recover if you get injured, won't you? I don't like the word "stationery". It sounds like you're not going anywhere with it. They should call it something cooler instead. Like...scribements! If it was called that, I'd start buying notebooks by the dozen! Raimon students have been performing exceptionally in both their studies and club activities recently! I...really couldn't be more proud!
Hahaha, these smartphone thingies ain't half fun! Let's see what my grandson's getting up to on InaLink! Hmmm... My girlfriend's on the train now. I got so excited about her visiting, I'm here almost an hour early! Nothing lasts forever. Some day, the scenery here will change, for better or worse.
Please allow people to exit the train before you try to board. There's no need to rush - the train will wait until you're safely on board.
What snack do you eat while you're watching a game? I prefer crisps. Eh? You prefer to play rather than watch? Well, great! That works out nicely for both of us! What should I make for dinner this evening? My little one loves fish, but should I grill it or bake it? Decisions, decisions... Trains are really cool. Personally, my favourite trains are freight trains. But you can't ride on a freight train, can you? If I did would I be a passenger, or would I be cargo? I caught a butterfly in my hands, but it was too tickly, so I let it go! Isn't Oscar the cutest little doggy woggy? He's so clever and handsome, yes he is! I like to think he gets it from me! If I just keep going, I'm bound to catch something! Even if it's just a boot! I don't care any more! I 'll get that big catch someday! Just you wait!
Maybe I'll join Inazuma Kids FC... If I try hard enough, I could get into the first team! Better start training on some special moves! I want some marshmallows! Mum, will you buy me some? I said you can only have one treat, didn't I? If you're a good boy, I'll buy you a whole bag of them next time. (munch munch gulp) These hot-cross buns are so delicious, it's criminal! Time flashes by in the blink of an eye. Make sure you don't squander your time. If you do, you'll regret it when you're older.
An attack manual would be good in a lot of situations...but then it's the cool shots that manage to turn heads... Ugh, what to do... Goldie's really made me want to play football. Maybe I should buy a move manual and start practising...
Before the shop was built, I thought they should have put a zoo here. I guess you have crazy dreams like that when you're young. Still, can you imagine? My dog never barks at children or other dogs, but whenever he finds a butterfly he goes a bit bonkers. Must be all that fluttering that gets on his nerves. I got really fit from all this walking, so I thought I might give football a shot next. I had a bit of a kickabout with my son and I really enjoyed myself. I wonder if this makes me a "cool dad"?
Mrarr? (What business have you with His Fluffiness?) No, I can't! I'm never ever ever going up there! It's too scary! You only have to try it once. If you don't like it you can come straight back down again. I think if you see the view from up there, you'll change your mind about high places.
People call me the Spirit Master. I am glad to see you. Have you a friend whose Fighting Spirit power you wish to unlock? Come to me if you require the power of a Fighting Spirit.
This is Inazuma Park. Children love playing football here! Coo coo! I'm the quickest out of all my friends at getting up these ropes! I'm not gonna let the boys beat me! I made plans with my friends to meet up and play in the future! I'm really looking forward to it!
Ahhhh! Cannot resist these pork buns! Why am I hooked on them? Maybe I should just give in and work here! Hmm, should I have ramen at Rai Rai noodles or buy one of those pork buns...? If I want something to fill me up, I'd better go with the noodles. But still, those buns... My dear little friend from down the road said she wanted to start cooking. But she's a bit young to be using a knife, so I taught her how to make flavoured jelly. It's very easy, really!
This shop has a soda machine that serves drinks and it's as fizzy as can be! As long as there's bubbles, I don't really care where my drink comes from! I wonder if I should try one of these new sweets or drinks... Beetroot chocolates? Wonder what these will taste like...
Hee hee! I'm glad we brought Mum! The food here at Rai Rai Noodles really is great! I think this fried rice is even better than your homemade recipe, Dad! Hahaha! If mine tasted half as good as this, I'd have to open a restaurant myself! Anyway, I think your mum makes the most delicious food! I thought you were talking this place up a bit too much...but you were right! I can't believe you've been coming here all this time without me! These noodles really are the best! I think I'll have a side order of gyoza too. And a whole plate of those! Oh, my days... Nothing satisfies me like a bowl of Rai Rai Noodles!
Yeah, I know those boys over there aren't scary. But still... No, I'm still not going past! I managed to get on the high score table for the football game in the Game Centre. How's about that? Did you see that football match on TV a few days ago? How crazy was that? The shooter was all like BAM into the net, right at the last second! You really are football bonkers, eh? Don't get in any fights while I've still got this black eye! If you do have to get in a fight, make sure it's a football battle! Heheh!
Yes! I got it! Oh, it's you Arion! Look, I got a prize! I finally nailed it! What a pro I am! It's important to be able to tell the difference between what you want and what you need. I really wanted to get a present for my daughter, but I didn't need to get so good at these crane games! Playing games by myself was fun, but playing them with my girlfriend is so much better! My boyfriend found a game that I'd enjoy and we've both been playing it together for ages. He is obsessed with games, but I can forgive him. It was sweet of him to think of me!
Meow meoow meeow. (Play the piano, Riccardo.) Meow? (What...?)
I planned to be better by now, but I've been told to take it easy a while longer. Once this silly dislocation's healed properly, I've got a shedload of exercise to catch up on! Dad's finally getting out of hospital! But dinner this evening is his favourite, chicken curry. So to stop him from overeating we're going to take out the chicken and leave him with the curry. It's for his own good! They say I'm free to go home whenever I want. I just have to make sure I don't overeat again!
Ch-cheep? Tweet! Tw-tweet!
Kraaaaawk!
Welcome to the Light & Dark Commune! Do you have the courage to harness the power of piercing light and diabolical darkness? C-coo! Bockaw?! (purr purr purr) Mrow?
Welcome to the Dragon's Kingdom! Do you need our strength? I doubt our members will refuse you...
Welcome to the Fifth Training Room! We don't have many members, but the ones we do have are formidable, to say the least! Hehehe... Welcome. You must be here to try your luck against my Competition Route. Well, shall we begin?
Our society, Omega Assembly, is more than the sum of its parts. I'll see if I can fit you in, shall I? No, don't even think about trying to eat the crabs! Bad doggy! Aww...you shouldn't lick them either. There's a good boy... I'm gathering shells. Why? Isn't it obvious? It's for my shell empire. Together, they shall rule the kingdom of Shelldonia! Except for this one, cos it's got a funny shape. I shall bequeath it to my teacher, Miss Sawai! Aw, I'm sorry. I could have sworn that big rock was a whale. But hey - we still had a whale of a time, right? Let's go on a trip like this again sometime...but somewhere we can actually see whales! I came here on holiday all by myself. No obligations, no responsibilities... Now this is paradise! Lovely to see you again, Arion. Positively tubular.
Hey, wanna chase the waves with me? My shoes are getting soggy! Honestly, I'm getting tired of the sun now. It all cools down at sunset, though. That's my new favourite time of day! Don't wanna go home. Don't wanna! I really want to eat fried octopus right now, but...but... That man over there keeps slurping on his ice lolly and it's making me thirsty! (slurp slurp slurp slurp) Erk! Brain freeze! Just a...just a moment... Phew, it's gone! (slurp slurp slurp) Why is everything so darned tasty here. I'm gonna double in size before the holiday's over!
The Rolling Market's always a lively place, ain't it? I love it! A freshly-baked sata andagi is nothing short of mouthwatering. You youngsters should be stoked to try one! We get a lot of typhoons around here - that's why all the buildings are built really close to the ground. Hey, Arion! Back to visit our old primary teacher? Dude, that's gnarly!
This is a statue of the first governor. They say it gets up and wanders around at night... Pah. That's impossible. There's a really cute first-year student who wears glasses. I've been waiting here in front of her classroom for her, but I think she might have gone home already... There are lots of exchange students here at Raimon. Wonder why that is? All the bad kids hang out behind the gym. I saw some going over there, but I wouldn't follow them if I were you. That's strange... It looks like no one's using the pitch today. If you want to practise, you'll have to use the pitch. The first room on your right when you get into the main building is the staff room. Aka the Room of Doom! If you're in trouble with the teachers, anyway.
I broke a window while I was waving a broom around for fun. I want to apologise for it, but I don't have the guts... What should I do? The tennis club are training today. If you want somewhere to practise, you should go and find somewhere else. Room of Doom? Hahaha! That's a laugh. Don't worry about those rumours, feel free to come here whenever you want. Shhh! This is a library! I sometimes see kids [walking around] lugging bracelets around in their bag instead of wearing them. Don't just hoard them - equip them! Someone broke a window upstairs. I hope whoever did it comes and owns up to it. I don't mind you students taking part in club activities, but you have to make sure you study too! Inazuma Town's tower has been around since I was a lad! It's very symbolic. (sigh) Why do I have to stand here accepting requests for matches on this Competition Route? I take it you want to play too?
Hey, hey! Respect your elders! I'm in my last year here, newbie! There are lots of different clubs taking turns to use the pitch. I hear that the football club doesn't get the chance to use it all that often. The baseball club have their own exclusive ground. A pitch for the football club? Huh, no, the front pitch isn't just for the football club. Don't you think it's such a waste that the football club gets a club room all to themselves? Well, I suppose that ramshackle old hut is all they deserve anyway. There's this kid called Jack Wallside - he looks dead intimidating, but he's actually pretty timid. I surprised him the other day, and he scampered under his desk like a wimp. The worst part is, he knocked my lunch onto the floor! Hahaha, yeah, I know right! Er, I was talking? Mind your own business! I've always been really into car design. Sometimes I get a bit carried away, just gawping at parked cars. My favourite is the governor's car. It's really sleek, and I bet it's super comfy inside!
I dropped a contact lens. I've been looking for it for ages, but I can't find it without my lenses in! I've started to get used to the noise of the building work. But I still wish they'd finish the shopping arcade off quickly. I wonder what kind of shops they'll have in the shopping arcade. I'm eager to find out! Hey, guess what kind of ball I found. Here's a hint: it's got black and white panels. That's right, it's a football! It just rolled up to me a moment ago. I wonder if someone's practising nearby. I'm too nervous to go in a shop on my own. I'm afraid they'll expect me to buy something... You can stroke him if you want to. He's really friendly. Ruff! (My new owner spoils me rotten!)
They've roped off the area, but I haven't a clue what they're building inside. I'll be chuffed if it's a nice tea room! Grandad, what's going on with this piece of spare ground? Are they going to build something? I hope it's a sweet shop! Oi, watch out! I'm trying to sketch that ladybird. Try not to trample on it, will you? I only got this far and I'm sweating like a pig already. I really don't exercise enough.
I'd like to save up some money and have a nice holiday in a far-off land. Maybe I can make some friends there too. Coo coo... (Check out my proper mint bachelor pad. Coo-cool!) I really like that pooch I see coming up here for a walk every day. I don't know what he's called, but he's always barking at something. It's kind of adorable. There, there. No need to be scared. It's only a butterfly. It's OK... Hey, try and save this! Here comes my super duper shot Z!!! Wow! What a shot! Give it another go!
Hello there! So, you want to play on my competition route? Come on then, be my guest!
Welcome to the Fresh Foliage Club! We have lots of fresh and healthy members. Maybe some of them can help you? Lately, I have become much better at playing football! You must watch! Welcome to Tonghana Hospital. You seem fine to me. Make sure you continue to take care of your health!
Please be quiet in the hospital. And please, no football... The doctor gave me some pills and an exercise regime to fix my hair. It worked! My topknot is almost as pointy as it was when I was young. Take care of your health so that your hair stays pointy! You youngsters seem to be doing fine, though! Oh! You are looking much stronger than you did last time! I bet you have trained very hard. Excellent!
I tried playing football in my room, but then I got told off! It has been so quiet around here since Mr Evans passed away. A little too quiet... I guess I will not need to stop him sneaking out any more... It is a sad feeling.
Thass them rice fields ready fer th'harvest. Rice picking's roight satisfying, that is! Tasty dumplings, beautiful scenery... What more could anyone want? Oh, yew! Mmm... That dumpling was the best thing I ever tasted! Thanks so much, sir! I do enjoy a good dumpling, but I see now that sharing them leads to much greater satisfaction. Whew, I'm stuffed. ...But maybe there's room for just one more!
Listen, we're not the same ruffians we used to be. Now we're the White Deer Dairies. Why not write the next chapter in our football story?
Now that I've decided on my true sword, I'm ready to do battle in the name of Lord Oda! ...That is, if he doesn't decide to use kemari to decide everything nowadays! How'd yew like ta eat yewr tofu? D'yew nibble 'round the edges or d'yew bolt it orl down? I like ta fry my tofu. It adds ta the flavour. But yew can dew almost anythin' wi' the stuff. Larst toime, I tried ta marinade it in berries! Mrrooow? (Where'd that girl playin' hide an' seek go?) Yew hear about the hide an' seek spook? They say that waits fer th'others ta run away, but counts back'ards! Silly lummox! I finally bin on a boat t'other day! It was suffin' special, I tell yew that! The captain did a masterous job o' steerin' it 'round orl the tricky bends! Have you travellers been to Lookout Hill? You'll get a great view of the town from there. I never want to see it change...
It's always nice to get a smile from the lovely lady at the counter. That's customer service for you! I just wish I could strike up a conversation with her. I'm such a milksop! These prices are through the roof! Wonder if they'd consider doing a bargain?
Such mystique! Such rarity! ...Such a rip-off!
It dun't look like much, but I bet yew I could make a ton o' rice ball wi' jus' one o' them bags!
Lord Oda's a-workin' hard to unify Japan. S'pose I'd best do my part an' orl! I played a bit o' kehmuri an' that was roight fun! But I need ta get better! Lord Oda will fix this country yet, yew see! You're free to enter Nagoya Castle at your leisure. Just behave! Now don't bother me, I'm busy being a guard. Could do with a bite to eat, though...
I dew say there's nothin' like a good stroll. Nothin'! My son's ten times better at kemari'n I'll ever be. I try an' dew a bit of practice in the evenings, but Son come arfter me wond'rin' where I am, an' why supper's not on his plate! With Imagawa out of the picture, Lord Oda's got the country to himself. Fine job, Lord Oda! I dew hope I've a chance to meet Mr Kinoshita again...
I must sharpen my skills, so that I may serve Lord Oda to the very best of my ability! Ever since your performance, I have been very invested in kemari battles. I even have my own competition route. Would you care to try it?*
Miaoooou! This is our watchtower. We take shifts on guard to keep watch for the English. This is one job we cannot, how do you say, skive off! You would like to go to Vaucouleurs? Then just follow this path, mes amis!
Ah, mes amis! Are you back to play le football? I have taken to practising it every day! It makes for good training. Whenever Jeanne says she is going on a trip, I just worry she may fall over again!
Jeanne d'Arc is a living hero - she has singlehandedly saved la France! Ahhh, I will tell the story of Jeanne d'Arc to my children, and my children's children, and... Oho, you there! Is everything fine? Good. Then carry on! The soldiers are teaching me to play le football! Youpi! But it is a very hard game! The ball is so round, I can't kick it right! It always goes in funny directions... One day we will live in a world without war... Those will be good days, mes amis! I will relax every day, maybe get a dog... Ah, what perfect weather! Today shall be my laundry day! I love the smell of sun-dried laundry! Trop beau!
Ho, strangers! Oh, it's just you. Well, how are you doing? Recently I have been fighting even in my dreams. All I want is to have a good night's sleep for once...
Keep up the good work, camarades! And we too will continue to fight! (miam miam) I cannot stop eating these bonbons! You would like to try them? ...Tough luck, mes amis! We shall free la France! I do hope la France will be all right!
This is the town of Vaucouleurs. Are you travellers? Ahh, how I wish I could meet Jeanne d'Arc! Oh mon garçon, are you lost? No need to worry, it's easy to get lost out here in the middle of nowhere. If you seek Vaucouleurs, you will find it in the north-east. Orléans is due north of here, and Chinon is in the north-west, further up the trail. It's not that I mind the salted meat, tu vois? It's just that sometimes a change is nice. We should hurry, though. If we stay here too long, our commanding officer will definitely find us... (huff huff) This journey is too long to make in one go! You must rest, or you would never make it! And if one happens to rest by a lake full of fish begging to be caught, well, then who am I to say non...? Jeanne d'Arc has been riding all over the country to free the people. She knows the value of hard work, hein? Do you have business at Chinon Castle?
Bah, not again! Every time I relax my guard there you are, clutching at me! Oh, messieurs, I was not talking about you! I was talking about my ancient enemy: sleepiness!
Recently the Prince has taken a fancy to playing le football. He is actually very good at it! He has been devising strategies! Her sword, it serves la France! And her strength, it serves the people! Jeanne d'Arc is an inspiration to us all...! His Highness will have his proper coronation very soon! Jeanne will escort him to Reims, so no one will dare attack him! Ah, my lords! You are welcome here any time! When Jeanne first arrived, she seemed to be so fragile. Alors, I thought the wind would blow her away. But now it is though she is made of steel!
As soon as Prince Charles has been properly crowned, this war will be at an end! Sometimes I still have to pinch myself when I remember I am guarding His Highness, the man who saved Orléans! She is strong, kind, and saved la France! What more could you want from a hero?
Orléans? It is [north west] of here. Follow the road and you will not be able to miss it! I was just thinking how wide this river is, and how terrible it would be if I fell in. ...Maybe I will stay over here. Moi, I will fight to the death for my beloved France! I wish to fight beside Jeanne d'Arc! That way, I will have lived a life to be proud of! Bonjour, my lost friends! If you are looking for Chinon Castle and the town of Vaucouleurs, you must cross the bridge to the west! Welcome to Orléans, the city freed by Jeanne d'Arc!
Rou rou rou! Ah, we have done a good job of restoring this city, mes camarades! Our food was running low after the siege, but our beloved Prince Charles has helped us greatly. This cat, I have become attached to him. Do you think he feels the same way? Miaouuuu? Jeanne d'Arc, no one will ever forget what you have done for la France! Anyone who gets in Jeanne d'Arc's way will be blown away like autumn leaves!
Jeanne is an instant...how can I call it? A morale-booster! Oui! We must prepare for the coronation of Prince Charles at Reims. Vive le roi! I will continue to fight for la France and its people! We must not rest yet, camarades! The fighting is not yet over! Orléans still has many things to rebuild. I should have known that Jeanne was right. And thanks to her, we have a coronation to look forward to! Vive le roi! Cotcotdodet! I will tell you something. When we were freeing Orléans, I saw Jeanne, silhouetted on the battlements. I will never forget that image! I may take up painting just to be able to look at it every day. She was unstoppable!
The Merciless Sons are as relentless as the desert sun, but they make fierce friends too!
THIS IS THE LORD ZANARK FAN CLUB. (tick tock) ARE YOU A FAN? YOU SHOULD BE (tick tock) I AM
That graceful dancing! Those sophisticated kimonos! Gosh, being a geisha must be terribly hard work, but it looks terribly fun! You can see the autumn leaves inside the city as well, but of course they're at their most splendiferous right here.
When I'm older, I'll be able to help with the harvest too! I'm trying to grow as fast as I can! Thank heavens I finally found you, Mamesuzu! I'd begun to think you'd vanished off the face of the earth! You really are a darling to have practised on your own all this time, but you know, my dear mother wound be delighted to help train you! I'm frightfully sorry, Suzuchiyo! I had no idea! I just didn't want to be a burden on you is all! Going to the city, are we? Then you'll want to take the road most travelled, my good fellow. Just keep straight on, that's the ticket! There's also an old shrine if you follow the road down through the fields. Only the gates are still standing, but it's a sublime tourist spot!
Did you know, they say around here that once a cat gets positively ancient, it might turn into a monster. I rather doubt it, though. I'm terrified of ghosts, but I can't be scared of this old kitty. Miaaaow! If it's exotica you're after, you want to see that merchant fellow over there. He gets in the finest Dutch fare! I tried some "coffee" and, do you know, when you get used to it, it's actually rather good! Golly gosh, I found a cat with two tails! But nobody believes me! Well, I shan't say I told them all so when monster cats terrorise the neighbourhood!
Have you ever tried castella? It's the most delightfully fluffy cake you've ever tasted!
Where are you chaps headed today? I finally tried castella cake for the first time, and it was jolly splendid! Even sweeter than sweet potato! Who would have thought? One day I'll go to one of these fancy foreign lands! Not sure I'm happy about the idea of sailing in an actual ship though, gosh! I get seasick, you see. Maybe if I cross the river enough times, I'll get used to it. Just beyond here is Nijo Castle. I vouch you'll never see any autumn leaves quite as splendid as the ones on the trees there! I've been wishing for a sword ever since I was born! I bet I'd look smashing wearing one. There are so many dashing men in the Shinsengumi! I sneaked to their headquarters once, and one of them held out his hand to me! He was so kind...! I'm in love.
What a pleasant visit. I've been spending my retirement perfecting this challenge. Would you like to try it?
The Ice Floe Drifters are cool of head and warm of heart. You'll find stalwart friends here!
Can you feel the changes coming on the wind? I can! Japan is going to become an even greater country than ever, I know it! My favourite restaurants are the ones which employ shamisen players. I managed to foist off the dancing lessons on Mamesuzu for once, so I could kick up my heels, haw haw! What do you mean by "football"? Is this some foreign game? How quaint!
I'm actually busy practising my dance steps for the delight and satisfaction of the restaurant customers, as I do every day. If the customers come to see me, then I don't want to disappoint them! Welcome! Our food is the best in the whole city, if I do say so myself. But don't take my word for it - give it a try!
I always wonder how they make sweets in different shapes. I mean, don't they grow on trees? I shall protect the city from all bad eggs and rapscallions!
Woof woof woof! (I'll let you scratch my ears!) Woof!
I really need to get better with a sword. You can never be too prepared, that's what I always say! Well, I for one will follow the Commander until the day I keel over!
Welcome to the AI Research Symposium! Are you looking for faithful robot pals? I bet you are! Gragoo! (So, do you lot like swimming? I'm not sure if it's going to catch on or not.)
Grooaoo! (Hey! I hope you realise you're looking at the next boss of Big Beast Valley!) Gaoga! (I'm looking for a lady dinosaur.) Gaogagaoga! (I like 'em with nice sharp teeth!) Groogagoo! (I want to be able to fly like that guy. Wings don't just grow on trees, though!) Groo... Grug! (What do you think? It's the latest in dino fashion!) Goo goo! (Good. Not too many of those carnivorous dinos round here.) Grooga! (Eat, or be eaten! That's just how it works round here!) Grugo! (I don't fancy your chances, you funny, hairy little things. Not like us mighty dinos!) Grugagoo? (Are you eating enough, I wonder?) Grooo! (You've got to keep your wits about you round here or else you'll get stomped!)
Grooo? (You poor little things. How do you get by without mighty fangs or claws?) Grooo... Gro! (You don't always have to fight. Sometimes, it's better to just leg it.) Groo... Grugaga! (What are you looking for? You look lost;) Mogumogu... Groo... (I've got some tasty grass here, and no mistake! Hands off! It's mine!) Grawgh! (Wonder what to eat today...) Grogagagro! (Hahaha!) Gubu... Grof! (Yummy yum! Something smells tasty!)
Grogagaga! (This is my little area, this is. I don't share it with anyone else.) Grogagroograga! (So all these leaves are for me. Don't go getting any ideas about nicking my leaves!) Groo! (For some reason, no one wants to bash heads with me anymore. Life's boring now...)
Gragooga! (That's me in there, that is!) Graggagragga! (Handsome fellow, if I do say so myself.)
Guraa! (I need to bulk up if I'm going to have a chance round here!) Groo. Graa! (Feet! Watch the feet!) Grogagrog... (Yup, it's important stuff, water. Can't live without it!)
Graga goo. Gragh! (Welcome to Big Beast Valley! Erm, I mean, [R]awgh!) Groogalug...! (It's my secret base, this. Don't let on!) Grogagoogago! (You lot need to beef up if you don't want to get eaten. And grow some huge fangs.)
Welcome to our community, Les Enfants Horribles! We're a bunch of ruffians, but we're pretty good at footie!
Welcome to the Olympian Ring society! Our members are all at peak performance. Perhaps you could use some of them?
Huh? What's going on...? There you are! Good to see you. Coach Evans! Coach Blaze! And everyone else as well... What are you doing here? What do you mean? Isn't today your match against Inazuma Legend National? Inazuma Legend National? But that's...you! Hey, don't tell me you actually forgot! Aye, we've been dead excited for a chance to play against New Inazuma National. Don't think you can slack off, either! I want to puff my belly out with pride when we win! Your chest, Jack. You puff your chest out... So let me get this straight... We're New Inazuma National...and we're going to play football against Coach Evans... It looks like we've found ourselves in some kind of parallel world. Oh, is that where we are? But now we have the chance to play against Coach Evans, so it's not all bad! Can we play? Yeah, you're right. Let's play! OK, Coach Evans, and the rest of you grown-ups! We're not going to go easy on you! Likewise. We'll teach you the real meaning of football! I warn you, there's a world of difference between us and the other teams you've been up against. Get yourselves match-ready then!
I'm going to put everything I've got into this match. You'd be wise to do the same yourselves. I think we'll see a few interesting things today. You need to give this match everything you've got. Once you're on the pitch, you're all equals. We're serious about this, so you'd better be at the top of your game. Wouldn't want to see you go home whitewashed. Heh. I were looking forward for a chance to play against you lot. May the best team win! Proper looking forward to this. Time for the lads to show you how it's really done! We're ready for you, dudes! And whoa - is the crowd in this stadium wild or what! I could hardly sleep last night because I was so excited for today. Haha, I know. Not like me at all, is it? You're a great team. But you won't beat the tight teamwork of Inazuma Legend National. I hope you've had something to eat. You won't get anything done on an empty tummy!
Ready to go? No worries, give me a shout when you're done. Then let's play football!
And here we are at last for the exhibition match everyone's talking about! This really is fantasy football come to life. Today we witness the appearance of Inazuma Legend National, the current shining stars of international football! And their opponents are the plucky New Inazuma National, led by their captain Arion Sherwind on a sure path to superstardom! It will be a true privilege to witness these titans coming together. Who will come out on top? Only time and tide will tell!
GOOOOOAAAAALLLL! New Inazuma National score a hard-won goal! How was that, Coach? Great work! Let's see you keep it up!
GOAL! The legends have surpassed all their previous achievements with that display of skill! Come on, Arion! Coach Evans, your team is slick, I'll give you that! But we're not just going to lie down and let you walk all over us! You taught us everything we know, Coach Evans. And one of those things was to always fight as hard as we can. Yeah!
Stay tuned for the second half of this match, which really has been quite something so far. Expect things to heat up even further!
Come on, Arion. I know you can do better than this! Sorry. It's just...you're a lot stronger than I thought! But I won't give up that easily. Let's have a rematch!
And that's your lot! Our winners are New Inazuma National! What a belter of a match! All the spectators must agree with me that today we saw history being made. Well done, Arion! Thanks, Coach! Haha... Conflict only breeds hatred... Arrrrrrrrghhhhhh!
Ugh... Wh-where are we? Oh, Arion, you're awake. Riccardo, what's going on? What happened? Where are Coach Evans and the others? ...I don't know. This is very strange. We were just at the stadium, weren't we? Great, you're all awake now! Er...who are you? I'm Van Yamano. And I'm Hiro Hughes. Nice to meet you! Yeah, you too. I'm- Arion Sherwind. We know. Who wouldn't know the captain of the Raimon Football Club? Er, lots of people, I would have thought. How did you hear about me? We've been keeping an eye on your enemies for a while. There was a pattern to the places they were erasing, and Saints' Way Stadium was next on the list. Does that mean you know what's going on? Well, we know some things, and we've heard some rumours. There's still a lot we don't know. This place is made up of bits and pieces from other worlds all across time. It's like a patchwork quilt out there. Hold on a minute, I still don't really know what's going on... Your world and our world were originally dimensions apart. We should never have been able to meet. But now time and space are going haywire and worlds are beginning to cross over. From what we've seen, when a piece of space-time goes missing, other worlds end up overlapping. This forest we're in right now probably came from another world! Oh, OK... Er...so, are those people who showed up at the stadium behind all this? That's right. In our world, they've been trying to erase the LBX scene bit by bit. LBX? What's that? Oh, sorry. I guess it's not common in your world. LBX is a game where you fight using miniature robots! And you use a handheld device called an LBX eXtroller as a kind of remote control! Wow! I guess it must be a pretty big thing in your world! Yep! It's one of the most popular hobbies around! But then famous LBX battle arenas started disappearing. Odaiba Stadium, Aloha Island... They've been erasing places from existence and filling in the gaps with pieces of different worlds. They're not to be taken lightly. How do you even make a world disappear? Who are these people? All the places they've erased have some things in common. They've all been either stadiums or arenas. Places where lots of people gather to watch games or competitions. But why would they care about places like that...? Glad to see you all arrived safely. Ah! You were there at Saints' Way Stadium! My name is Aster. We have erased your Saints' Way Stadium. You...what?! If you want it back, then come to Chaos Tower. I'll be waiting for you at the top, in the Lost World Stadium. ...It looks like we know what we'll be doing next, then. Let's go to Chaos Tower. But...where is it? Who knows? We're just going to have to look around for it. Do you mind if we come with you? Not at all! We'd be glad to have you with us! Thanks, we appreciate it. We'd rather not be stuck in a spooky forest till the end of time!
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Huh? Who's that? Excuse me, who-? Who are you? Oh, sorry, I'm Arion Sherwind. And you are...? My name's Flora. I'm Jean-Pierre Lapin, but please call me JP. How did you get here, Flora? I don't know. I just suddenly woke up and I was here. I don't remember anything before that. Oh no... Mm. Um, so, anyway, I...guess you like flowers? Hm? Oh, sorry, I dunno. I just thought you looked really happy here, that's all. Yes, well...it's just that there aren't any flowers in my world. At all. Quoi?! No flowers?! There are worlds like that? No flowers, no fields, no blossoms. Not one. That's awful... Oh! Flora, maybe you can help us. We're looking for a place called Chaos Tower. Have you heard of it? Chaos Tower? Yes, I know it. Génial! Can you show us where it is? ...Alright. I will. Follow me.
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Is that Chaos Tower? That tower's full of pieces of different worlds. The terrain is different all the way up. That sounds...chaotic. Which I should have expected, I suppose. My next question is how do we get in? Have a look at the monument. What, this stone thing there?
Uh... Are we...? Incroyable! Just like that, we're near the top of the tower! And look at that view! Lost World Stadium is a little further up. Thanks, Flora! Alright, everyone, be careful! He's waiting up there for us. Ouais! Van, how did Flora know where the tower is? She said she'd just got here like us... And how did she know we were looking for the stadium inside the tower...?
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Welcome to Lost World Stadium. I see you made it. Welcome back, sister. Hello. What?! Hey, you're not Flora! You're-! I am Flora. But I am also the one who attacked your stadium, yes. But...but why would you do that?! Why are you erasing parts of our worlds? What are you trying to do? I want to save them. I'm just removing the parts you don't need, that's all. But we DO need them! We wouldn't be here, otherwise! I disagree. Your worlds are better off without them. Fighting. Conflict. Rivalry. These things beget hatred. If we don't get rid of conflict, then we'll lose something much more precious. Fighting is bad, of course, but what's wrong with a bit of competition? Do you hate it that much? You really are sheltered, aren't you? You don't understand anything about what it's like to lose something. We have sworn to erase conflict. Even if it means wiping out all those who cherish it! You need to understand the horrors of war. You need to know the pain that it causes. This is the final battle. The battle for your existence - and the fate of all worlds! The footballers will face my team, the Despairadoes. Be afraid. And I'll take on the LBX players. I'll show you what my Digitonius I and II can do! Van, Hiro, let's work together. We'll leave the LBX fighting to you. Alright, we'll beat this guy for sure! Make sure you win too, Arion!
You need to understand the horrors of war.
This match will put an end to all conflict. Are you ready for your last battle ever? Have you lost your will to fight? We will eliminate you!
Gosh, Arion, I don't think I've ever seen you run so fast! Tch! Everyone, I am not going to let us lose! Trust in yourselves! We'll make it through this!
Aster, I want to play in the second half. As you wish.
You can't stop us! And when we defeat you, you too will know despair! Harrrrgghhhhhh! I'll destroy it ALL!!!
Now do you understand how terrible conflict can be? Grr, you won't take football from us that easily! Let's have a rematch!
Ugh! You...you can't have beaten us! You're full of hatred! Like everyone who fights! No, Flora, you've got it wrong. This isn't war. It's a football match. It's a game! It's a completely different thing! Sister, he does not understand. They're blind to the truth. How can you still not understand? All conflict must be erased or it will destroy everything! They've gone... I have no idea what just happened...
Well, this is goodbye. Van, Hiro, it was really great to meet you! And I'm glad we had you on our side! Same here! Thanks for teaching us so much about football, Arion. We'll keep everything we learnt in mind when we play LBX. We'll never give up! That's the spirit! I hope we'll meet again some day. We will! And when we do, we can play a game of footie! And we'll teach you how to play LBX! Football! LBX! Deal!
Oh, we're back at Saints' Way Stadium. Looks like we made it out of the parallel world. Yeah. You've got to admit, that was a pretty out of the ordinary experience, even by our standards!
Wha? Rowwr! Who are you? You look a fun bunch, and I've been bored out of my claws lately, rowwr! Fighting with Simeon's all well and good, but my wolf pack is definitely where all the action is at. What's this? Think of it as an invitation. It'll let you in - to challenge me and my pack, so hit us up. But I still don't even know who you are! Wolfram Vulpeen's the name. Lone descendent of an ancient and honourable dynasty. I'm a patient man, so take all the time you need. See you then. Hey, what-? Aha! And who are you...? I have been so very bored lately. So very bored, you simply can't imagine. And I thought, well don't these little snacklets look fun? It occurred to me that it's not fair on the rest of us if you're only allowed to play with Simeon. Don't you agree? ...What's this? It's an artefact, my sweetling. An invitation to challenge the noblest vampires at our annual [get together]. Simply everyone will be there. You must come. Say you will. But who are you? Oh, if I must. I am Desmodus Drakul, one of the last surviving members of a noble clan of vampires. Enchanté. I would so love to play against you. I'd be honoured if you'd come to my little soirée. Well, ciao-ciao! This is turning out to be a really weird day. Hmph! Arion, what's wrong? Hello. Earth to Arion! Oh, Riccardo, Victor, I didn't see you there. Another weird-looking person just showed up. Oh? He said this was an invitation. I guess we should see if the bus will accept it!
Ah, there you are! I toiled long through the night to make a competition route that'll knock your socks off. Say you'll try it!
Want me to introduce you to the Wilting Flowers? Just...promise to be nice to them, OK? They're a bit delicate.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Blast off!
Look who it is. So you're one of Simeon's friends? "Friend"? Not exactly. I mean, I know him, but I'm not the clingy type, you know? I do my own thing. Lone wolf. We have what you'd call a good relationship, though. So, you're linked to the Hyper-Evolved Children, then? Which means you're our enemy. Got it in one! You know, we really shouldn't fight. But too late! I challenged, you came, and now that's that. That's... Sorted. When you're ready, give me a howl. I'll show you how it's done.
Ready for a game? Hey, watch it. You can't come all this way just to tease me. Or are you scared? Right! Then let's get this started! Awoooooo!
Argh! He turned into a wolf! No, I don't think he did... That's a Mix 'n' Match! Rowwr! This is the heritage of the moon! Bow down before me!
I never would have imagined Simeon would lose any sleep over a team of weaklings like this. Oh well. It's over! Go on, go home!
Rrrrgh! Alright, I'll admit you're not horribly bad. Credit where credit's due. Go with my blessing. Well, not my blessing, but my grudging tolerance at least. But really, you've won my respect. Next time we meet, I'll show you what I can really do! Later! Rowwr! Wait, does he mean that he wasn't playing seriously? Surely not...
You came! How marvellous! So you're one of Simeon's friends? "Friend" is a strong word. Please do me the courtesy of not lumping me in with people like that. So that's a "yes". This little [get together] is merely a way for me to seek out people of, shall we say, richer blood than the common people. That kind of thing, anyway. So that's why you want to fight us? Oh, that's neither here nor there. Our meeting here was always going to be. Destiny, you might say. And you can't avoid it now, ha-hahaha! Let me know when you've made your preparations, won't you? Then we shall play.
Are you ready for our little game? Goodness, don't tell me you're frightened now that you've come all this way! Let us begin. Face your destiny!
Argh, what happened? Is he...? Is that a vampire?! Silly boy, I haven't transformed! This is my Mix 'n' Match form! Now, who should I sample first? I-I-I'm far too gamey and stringy to taste nice!
Such a destiny! Perhaps I overestimated your strength a teensy bit? A dreadful shame, really. Well, I suppose you should go. Off with you. Go on.
Destiny moves in strange ways! I really wasn't expecting you to make it this far. I see why Simeon was so taken with you all. Very well, you've impressed me. Run along! The next time we meet, you shan't be so lucky! Ha-hahahaha! Ta-ta! Wait, does he mean that this time, he wasn't playing seriously? Surely not...
Hi, there! My competition route might be a little different from what you're used to! Want to give it a shot?
What'll it be? Noodles? Our soup of the day? Or our extra special competition route? You, like, literally can't go wrong with any!
Welcome to Heart of Beastliness! It's a thriving community of rough and ready players that are sure to put some steel in your vertebrae!
Won't you join our community, Silent Nightmares? We're a good-looking bunch... I'll introduce you!
And now where are we?* I know this place! It's the Football Frontier Stadium, where Coach Evans and his team became national champions! ...So why are we here? I have no idea. The bus just decided to come here of its own volition. It's a total mystery, I'm afraid! Wow, stadiums are so quiet when they're not filled with spectators. Hello, my mediocre friends! Wolfram? Desmodus? What?! We couldn't help but notice you little snacklets have been growing stronger and stronger. Quite indiscreetly, I might add. What are we supposed to do, really? We can't have you getting too big for your football boots! So we're going to teach you a lesson. Yeah. That. To cut a long story short, we're going to join forces. What? Nooo! Unfair! We are so strong that all of your puny efforts merit only a scornful laugh. Aha-hahahaha! We are the Children of the Night, and you have no chance of beating us. The thought of facing you down makes me itch with excitement! ...Or perhaps that's the fleas. Rowwr! Charming, Wolfram, as always. So, shall we begin?
Rowwr! Ready to be defeated? Rowwr! What, scared, are you? Rowwr! You'd better be ready for this. Let's do it!
Are you ready to begin your last battle? It's only natural to be afraid! You poor dears. Tsk tsk! Reckless. Let's stop playing around, shall we?
Ahh, this is what I was waiting for. The passion, the fury! My vampire blood runs hot today! Rowwr! You've woken up the wolf inside me! Watch out - it bites! Your fate is defeat! Time to finish this game! Awooooo!
Argh, what happened? Is he...? Is that a vampire?! Silly boy, I haven't transformed! This is my Mix 'n' Match form! Now, who should I sample first? I-I-I'm far too gamey and stringy to taste nice!
Argh! He turned into a wolf! No, I don't think he did... That's a Mix 'n' Match! Rowwr! This is the heritage of the moon! Bow down before me!
Rowwr! What are you doing? It's not over yet! Your defeat was preordained. And yet, I do feel it's a shame. Rrrgh! No! We're not going to let it end here! One more time!
Good work, everyone! We did it! To think these little fawns won against the Children of the Night. Have you been holding out on us all this time? It was a fun match, though. You have to admit that. Oh, I daresay you're right. As much as I hate to admit it, there are more things in heaven and earth...* What he means is, it was a good match. You did well. Grargh! What-? Ugh...! I can't move...! Th-they've gone! Where?
Who are you? And why do you think you have the right to bring us here like this? You must know about us and our powers, am I right? You two certainly are something special. But I couldn't care less. To contain such unusual blood - that is to say, genius - is meaningless. I am not interested in such abstract concepts as "potential". I concern myself only with realities. What I seek is strength. Strength beyond that of mortal comprehension. I have returned to this world to collect strong people. That is the planet's wish. "The planet's wish"? What do you mean? Come now, I think you're exaggerating a teensy bit, don't you? You need strong people? That's why you gathered all of us together here? That's correct. But your powers are hardly even worth considering. You have all grown complacent, satisfied with your own skills. As such, you couldn't hope to reach the level I desire. No. You're simply going to work for me and gather those I deem to be truly strong. Oh yeah? You and whose army? I'm fully aware that you've been abusing your powers. The way you lot are going, you'll end up in prison before you know it. That's a threat, by the way. So make your choice. Tch! No choice at all. I won't follow you. I don't think you quite understand. I control your powers. You cannot stop me. Ugh... Then we can consider your decision made. You may call me Grandfather. I shall rule the shadows and take the strong under my wing. You will take on any challengers and defeat them. Using the full extent of your ability - do I make myself clear? Grandfather has spoken. We all have our parts to play, so let's get to it! Grr! Don't you think your methods are a bit overbearing? No. They will learn. They'll discover unseen depths within themselves, and they'll learn how to deal with them. That's one way to do it. That's how I do it. That may be so, but we're running out of time. We can't afford to lead them by the hand. There's no need to worry. It's under control.
Where did Wolfram and Desmodus go? And what's that?! Is that a Parallel Stone? Let's check it out.
Grandfather! We have an intruder alert! They've defeated every team we put in their way!* Grand...father? Ptumri, I've witnessed many battles before, and seen many strong teams and players. These are the people who can save the world. They're the ones we've been waiting for. It's decided, then. I will take up your offer, in order to protect this planet. And I'll resume the role of coach, one last time... There are battles to prepare for. I must leave you now. Haha, you'll do it? Thank you! I'm looking forward to seeing these new members. ...But I, too, have much work to do.
Welcome to the Grandchildren's Room! Hmm, I can see you're in need of some friends. Well, do I have some friends for you!