Mint's route, Part XXXI: The Age of Awesomeness
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You cannot defy me. If you do... I'll torch all of Carona!
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Start the ritual now. You were created for this very reason. You are nothing but a tool.
I'm not a tool.
Then you are useless... And Carona will burn.
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This is your last chance. Start the ritual at once, or I'll destroy Carona and everyone there! There's nothing you can do. This is your destiny.
...Ok. I'll do it.
What is it?
I hope Mint knocks your teeth in!
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I serve you and only you. Sleeper in the endless night. At last, I will fulfill the sacred duty. At last... Valen's fortress will rise into the heavens!
Valen will be resurrected...
They probably forced Prima to break it.
Valen is in that thing... That means the [relic] is there, too!
They're gonna get the [relic]. It's over... Damn, all of our effort is wasted.
What'd you say!? You big wimp! Do you really wanna save Claire?
Of course, I do!
You've gotta be kidding! It's far from over! If you really wanted to save her, you would never give up!
But...
There's no way I'm giving up. I'm gonna rescue Prima and get the [relic]. I'm gonna finish what I started and conquer the world!
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You can sit here and mope forever!
What a nasty lookin' place! It totally suits Maya's character. I can't wait to wring her neck!
And so it begins.
Lightning bolt.
Lightning bolt.
Lightning bolt.
Lightning bolt.
Some skillful platforming...
Here Mint goes berserk and rushes into melee.
I'm not going to bother grinding for extra stats boost this time btw.
Witches, man.
Hey, porcupine.
Pshhh. That's the last time you call me that!
Last time?
Yeah, that's right! I got the ok to grease you now! I ain't gonna tolerate your bull no more.
Yeah, whatever. You keep saying the same thing, but all you do is run away every time.
I'm gonna grease you so bad, even your sister won't be able to recognize you! Might as well say your prayers now. In 5 seconds, you're gonna be--
Yeah, yeah, just shut up and let's fight!
!!!? What the--!
Hee-Hee-Heee. It's so easy to tick you off.
You think I'm kiddin' around?
That was close...
I'm Trap Master. I never lose! Hell...I give up. I got no power left. Go ahead... Finish me. Come on, what are you waitin' for!? Magic ain't gonna work! If you wanna finish me, you gotta come hit me!
That's odd. Why wouldn't magic work?
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You set a trap, didn't you!? I bet if I walk over there, the floor's gonna blow up or something!
BWAHA HA HA HA! You ain't so dumb after all! It would've been rad if you fell for it.
Your'e way to dependent on your silly traps.
What? Aren't we done here?
That's it!? You're gonna just walk away without finishin' me!?
What's the point? You think I fought you to finish you off? I kicked your butt because you got in the way.
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You'd better stay out of my way now. You should be grateful that I spared your miserable life. Dang. You're always wasting my time. I still have to strangle Maya and find Prima. What am I doing talking to you?
...You're gonna regret this. I'm gonna get you someday.
Be my guest. I'm not gonna show you mercy next time.
GRRAAAAHHH!!! This is bull!!!
I can't believe I lost.
Geez!
Oh, how unfortunate. I was so close to crushing you♪
Dang, what the heck was that? Since when did you become so violent?
I'm merely following your footsteps♪ HUAHH-HA-HA-HA-HA--
So, my dear sister... What brings you here today?
What do you think!? I came here to get Prima!
Then you are too late. Prima Doll is no longer here.
Dang. So he was taken to the lake ruins...
My goodness. You're right. What a surprise... Doll Master took Prima Doll to the lake ruins. It appears he has just broken the seal. I assume you have already seen the fortress hovering in the sky. That fortress is undeniably the fortress of the almighty Aeon, Valen.
Valen's fortress!? Does that mean the [relic] is there!?
Yes. Valen's [relic]... The greatest [relic] in history, with the power to control all! It's called...
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Actually, I do... But a lamebrain like you doesn't deserve to know.
What'd you call me!? That's it! You are sooo dead! Your stupid Book of Cosmos doesn't scare me!
You can relax. I will not use the Book. Against you, why bother? I will crush you with my own powers♪
No way! She always uses her Book... Alright! Let's go! You're gonna pay dearly for underestimating me!
HUAHH-HA-HA-HA-HA! You will eat those words soon enough♪
I told you! You have no chance without your Book. Stay down on the ground where you belong.
How dare you!? I can't lose to you!
Have it your way.
Huh!?
*jump kick*
How...could...you...?
Tut-tut-tut. You're too slow. Alright, Maya. I want some answers.
What's goin' on!? You're glowing!
Where's Maya?
That was quite impressive, Mint. You've forced me to remove my disguise rather early.
What the heck is goin' on!? Why were you disguised as Maya!? Who the hell are you, anyway!?
I hate 20 questions... I am Mode Master.
You work for Doll Master too? Why did you disguise yourself as Maya?
I have no reason to tell you.
Then I'll force it out of you!
I have not lost. You have merely uncovered my disguise. And I still have my options.
Hey! Come back here!
Oh, my dear sister!
You've come to save me!
Oh, I've waited for you for so long! My goodness. I do not deserve this after what I've done to you. I have mistreated you...
And imprisoned you...
And tortured you with pumpkins!
I cannot face you after all I've done.
AAAHH! You're driving me crazy! One of you is Mode Master! Come on! Give yourself up!
Yes! Have the decency to give up!
What are you talking about!? I am Maya.
Oh, how dare you!?
I cannot believe this! How can you be so shameless!?
SHUT UP!!! I can't stand you two talking at once! Forget it. I'll figure out which one is the phony.
I trust your judgment, my dear sister. I'll say this once more. I am your sister, Maya.
My dear sister, I am not worried. I fully trust your judgment.
VOTING TIEM!!1
Hmph! I got it. You're the phony!
Well, I'll be. How did you see through my perfect disguise?
It was just a wild guess.
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What's the big deal? If I was wrong, I'd just end up kicking both of you.
......She's crazy. Thank goodness she got it right.
Well, now that we know--
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Screen fades to black.
Please forgive me, Doll Master...
Doll Master... So he's the mastermind. What are you guys up to?
I will tell you. Doll Master plotted everything from the beginning. He has used me and the entire kingdom to fulfill his ambition.
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I believe that traitor has been after Valen's [relic] for some time. All this time, he served as the imperial magician to accomplish his goal... Since our kingdom is the guardian of Aeon [relics], his high post gave him access to various facts on [relics]. Doll Master has been preparing, waiting for his time to strike, while I was...
While you were picking your nose doing squat. You don't deserve to be queen.
You're right. I'm so ashamed of myself. I am a complete fool. I left that traitor in charge of all matters concerning the [relic]. Moreover, he was the one who informed me of your plot. He was determined to kill you.
You're kidding!?
When he told me that you were after the [relic], I was enraged. Now, I know it was all part of his plan?
You were so angry that you lost sight of everything, didn't you? Then you rushed to the lake ruins to stop me, not knowing you were playing right into his hands.
After we captured you, they immediately tried to break the seal. I, of course, tried to stop them, but...
They locked you up and replaced you with Mode Master.
They took away my Book. I couldn't do anything...
What do you know about him!?
What the heck!?
If only you knew the cursed fate he has shouldered for years, you would never--
What are you doing here? Did you come to fight again!?
Shut your damn mouth! I just came to return the Book of Cosmos.
Why'd you do that? Now she's gonna use the Book and punish all of you.
It's too late! She can't mess with us with that crappy [relic] anymore. It won't be long before the Master gets Valen's [relic]. Then no one will be able to touch him. That Book ain't worth crap compared to Valen's [relic].
He's right. Valen was the most powerful Aeon, and he has left the ultimate [relic]. The Book of Cosmos is no match for it.
Are you serious!?
Finally, my Master will have his wish. He will get the Dewprism!
Dewprism...? So that's what it's called.
Alright, let's get outta here.
You plan to go see him. I won't allow it!
You're wrong. We cannot be with our Master anymore.
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Once the Master gets the Dewprism, our job's finished. We're on our own after that. Let's go, Kirielle.
Mint, you said earlier that you were going to save Prima Doll.
That's right. I will.
You won't find him here or at the ruins. He was probably teleported to Valen's fortress when he broke the seal. You'll have to go there if you want to rescue him.
...Why are you telling me this?
Maybe because we're the same... We were both born to be tools.
I guess they had their reasons.
Yeah...
No. I can't accomplish anything by staying here. For now, I'll go to Carona and consider my options there.
I'd stay away from there if I were you. Everybody in town probably still thinks you're responsible for the raid.
I see...
I know someone who can look after you.
Really? That's wonderful.
Later.
I'm all set to go to Valen's fortress! I'm gonna rescue Prima, thrash Doll Master, and of course... Conquer the world at last with Valen's [relic]. What was it called again...? Duper...Du...Dupe something. Who cares! I'll find out once I get there.
Let's see if our dragonBRO can help us.
Mint.
Haven't seen you for a while. What are you doing here?
I came to see Wylaf. I asked for his help to go to Valen's fortress. He gave me a pair of dragon wings. I owe it to you.
Huh!? What do you mean?
You got mad at me, remember? You said I should 'never give up' if I really want to save her.
(I don't remember telling him that.)
I came here because of what you told me. If it weren't for you, I would've given up for sure. I'm ok now. With these dragon wings, I'm gonna go to Valen's fortress.
GEEZ!
Hey! Hold on! RUE!
Thanks, Mint. I'll never forget you.
Rue... Dang...
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NOTHING CAN STOP HIM NOW. NOT EVEN THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN. ...YOU WISH TO TELL ME SOMETHING?
No, not really.
Hurr, hurr, hurr. YOU CANNOT HIDE IT. I GAVE RUE THE DRAGON WING, AND YOU WISH FOR SOMETHING AS WELL.
MAYBE THIS WILL INTEREST YOU.
MAGIC FROM THE EARLIEST TIMES.
Really!? Magic♪ I'll take it♪
NOT YET. THIS IS A POWERFUL MAGIC. IT GUARDS THE STRONG BUT DESTROYS THE WEAK DOWN TO THE SPIRIT.
Geez!
IF YOU LACK STRENGTH, YOU CANNOT HAVE IT. I HAVE WITNESSED SENSELESS DEATH FOR 1,000 YEARS. I DO NOT WISH ANOTHER.
Here we go again.
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I have to fight you again, right!? Otherwise, you're not gonna give me the magic.
Hurr, hurr, hurr. PRECISELY. I MUST TEST YOU AGAIN. PROVE YOUR WORTH, AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE IT.
Oh, I'll prove it! You ready?
And come she did
IN ♪KNOWING♪ YOURSELF YOU HAVE GROWN STRONGER.
I ♪know♪
I TRUST YOU WILL MASTER THIS MAGIC. IT IS YOURS. TAKE IT.
Thanks! I'll put it to good use♪
High-level princesses are so overpowered
I PLAN TO LEAVE THIS MOUNTAIN ONCE YOU ACHIEVE IT. I WILL RETIRE BY YOUR SIDE. COMPLETE YOUR CONQUEST SOON. UNDERSTOOD?
You can count on me! I'm gonna zoom past all the obstacles and get the [relic]!
I EXPECT GOOD TIDINGS.
Mint runs away.
......WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO COME OUT?
YOU'VE GROWN OLD. I HAVE LOST COUNT OF YOUR YEARS.
You don't look so young, either. You're like a sweet old grandpa now. Mint and Rue are like your grandchildren.
YOU AMUSE ME. ...MUCH TIME HAS PASSED. LIKE THE AEONS, OUR TIME WILL PASS SOON.
That's why you're letting them handle everything.
IT IS THEIR TIME NOW. THE WORLD IS THEIRS TO DESTROY OR PROTECT. YOU FEEL THE SAME WAY. THAT IS WHY YOU HELPED THEM.
I HAVE KNOWN YOU TOO LONG.
I wonder if they'll be alright...
WE MUST TRUST THEM. THAT IS ALL WE CAN DO.
Speaking of Mel, let's pay her a visit too.
Thank goodness you're here. My dear sister, we must talk.
About what?
With Mel's help, I was able to learn more about Valen's [relic]. About the Dewprism. That [relic] is far too dangerous! You must stay away from it!
What do you mean, 'far too dangerous'? Tell me. Better yet, why don't you tell me what the Dewprism is?
Alright... Dewprism, in essence, is a crystal formed by trickles of force.
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Forces in the heavens and earth, the suns and the stars, time and life... The universe is made up of these forces. We're only a microscopic part of it. Our powers cannot match even a trickle of these forces.
Trickles of force?
The dew of heaven and earth, the mist of time and life... Valen gathered every force in the universe for his creation. They were condensed and somehow crystallized into a prism.
That's how Valen made the Dewprism.
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Essentially, Dewprism constitutes all the forces in the universe. It is the ultimate power in this universe.
Wow... It's hard to believe such a thing exists.
It's right before our eyes... Valen and Dewprism exist somewhere inside that fortress.
Doll Master is probably there as well.
Oh...I can't stand myself!
You seem pretty dependable, but I guess you're not. You totally got played by Doll Master. If I were there, none of this would ever have happened.
Perhaps... You're like-minds. You're just as sly as he is.
I'm just not naive, like you! I would've kicked that freak out a long time ago! Oh yeah! There's something I wanted to ask you.
What is it?
It's about Doll Master. Did he have anything to do with me getting kicked out 2 years ago?
Yes. In fact, he played a big part. He told me that the future of East Heaven would not be secure if you remained in line for the throne... OH!? So Doll Master did see you as a threat. Chasing you out was part of his plan...
Yeah... He poisoned you with that nonsense and made you kick me out.
He probably knew you'd leave if your right to the throne was taken away.
Hey, that means... I've been homeless because of him! I went through hell the last 2 years all because of him!
It's good to see you spirited, but just how do you intend to get him? Isn't this Doll Master already at Valen's fortress?
...Probably.
Have you thought of a way to get up there?
! I haven't thought about it yet.
My goodness, you're as thoughtless as ever.
What!? You're not doing anything, so shut up!
You two sure get along.
You gotta be kidding! I can't stand her!
The feeling is mutual!
Aye-yi-yi. You both need to grow up. Mint, this is for you. It should come in handy on your adventure.
What is this?
It's called a cannon orb. It's a magical item packed with fire magic.
OH! I can fly with this, right!?
What's it for then!?
Who knows... I'll let you figure it out♪ That's all I can say.
Tch, fine. I'm sure I'll find out eventually. Nothing can stop me! Once I get up there, the Dewprism will be mine♪
Wait a minute! Are you still going after the Dewprism!?
You bet. Why else would I wanna go to Valen's fortress? Of course, I'm going there to beat up Doll Master, too.
Weren't you listening to what we said!? The Dewprism is very dangerous! You must not come in contact with it!
Don't worry about it. I'll be fine.
I'm worried about this world, not you. My goodness, you're giving me such a headache.
Hey, if we do't do something fast, Doll Master's gonna get the [relic]. We can't let that happen. Wouldn't you rather see me get the [relic] than him?
That's a very tough call. Mel, please do something! Please stop my sister!
Sorry, but I'll pass. Your sister won't listen to me, either.
That's right. There's no way I'm stopping now. I'm gonna get the [relic] for sure.
...This is a nightmare.
Mint, you'll probably never change. And I hope you never will. Your spirit is really something. Like you said, you can't stop now. You'd better fulfill your dream or else...
Poof♪
Something flashes.
Geez, what was that?
For luck♪ Good luck, Mint. I'm rooting for you.
Thanks! I'll conquer the world before you know it. Ok, I'm going now. I'll see you when I see you.
When is that going to be?
Bye, Mel. Take care of Maya, alright?
Mint leaves.
It's hard to believe you two are siblings.
I wanna ask you something.
Yeah? What is it?
You're dyin' to get up to that fortress, aren't ya?
Huh!? How did you know!?
That's easy. I just read your heart. I figured that big thing in the sky would get your heart rattled. I bet you're scrambling to find a way up there.
I have no idea how I'm gonna get up there.
I can get you there.
What!?
My baby can fly up there easy.
Really!? I thought Pinto was a boat.
Why do you keep callin' it Pinto!? Pulsar-inferno Typhoon Omega! Pulsar- -inferno Typhoon Omega!!!
(I can tease him forever with that.)
My baby isn't just some vehicle that goes over water.
Dang, I didn't know your ugly boat could do that...
It's not a boat, dammit!
Ok, ok. So, with your machine, we can fly there, right?
No. It needs some stuff before it can fly.
Why didn't you mention that sooner!? Ok, what does it need?
Come here. I'll show you.
Yeah, I see 5 of them.
They're called cannon orbs. They're some kinda magical item. Like I told you before, the cannon orbs are the source of my baby's power. They juice up the sorcerous driver to propel her.
So the cannon orb is your vehicle's fuel.
Yeah, you can say that. More cannon orbs give my baby more power. It needs only 5 orbs for cruising over the water, but to fly, it needs 10.
Oh, no wonder it can't fly. There's only 5.
Exactly.
Guess what? I got one.
What!?
This is it, right? I got it from Fancy Mel.
What a coincidence!
Alright! 1 down, 4 to go! You can leave it to me! I'll find them all in no time!
Hey, Klaus?
Yes.
Have you heard of a magical item called a cannon orb?
Cannon orb? Hold on a second. Is this what you're talking about?
Yeah♪ That's it!
Sure, you can have it, but what do you need it for?
Valen's fortress? What is that?
It's that big floating thing in the sky. Valen's [relic], Dewprism, is there.
Dooprison. Why are you going to prison?
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So, this Dewprism is the greatest Aeon [relic]?
That's what I heard.
I see... Tell me... How did you feel when you saw that fortress?
I was super excited♪ Just the thought of the [relic] being there is so exciting!
...You're incredible.
Huh?
I'm not trained in the art of magic, but I can tell we're dealing with something very dangerous. I've spent years looking for the [relic], but I'm scared, now that it's within our sight. I envy you... I wish I had your strength and courage. You're really an amazing person.
I think so, too♪
Thanks, but it's no big deal. I just want the [relic] really bad, so I'm going after it.
And once you get it, you're going to conquer the world.
That's right!
Ha ha. I can't imagine what this world would be like if that really happened. I'm sure you would make it very fun for all of us. Here you go.
Thanks, Klaus♪ I owe you big-time!
Good luck, Mint♪
I'll get him back.
I know you will.
Geez, I have so many things to take care of. But with my strength and courage, it should be a piece of cake♪
We're counting on you.
Hey, no problem♪
Yeah, she reminds me of your mother when she was young.
Really!? Mom was like that?
She sure was. She was always going full speed.
Next stop - tavern.
Are you here for a drink?
Hey, have you guys ever heard of a thing called a cannon orb?
Yeah, I've heard of it.
Really!? Do you know where I could get one?
What do you need it for?
Well...
Sheez... You're really going to that castle in the sky!?
Of course! The [relic] is there!
You're nuts. After all that we've been through, you still want the [relic]? I think your greed alone is enough to conquer the world.
Why are you always picking a fight!?
What do you think, Milady?
...Yeah, why not? We just happen to have one.
Really!?
Yeah. We use it for our Hexagon.
We'll take it out of the Hexagon and let you borrow it.
Wow♪ You've changed, Belle♪
But under one condition... Actually, it's more like a request. You have to help Rue.
Huh? What do you mean help him?
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Rue is so serious about saving Claire. He's always down, like he's blaming himself for what happened to her. I think he's gonna fall apart soon...
......I noticed, too. But it's not just him. I've had a pretty tough past, too.
You can admit it like that because you're strong. Rue is different. He's not that strong.
It's sad, but I don't think we can do any more for him.
That's for you to figure out. I have a feeling you'll be able to help him.
Tch, how irresponsible...
Hey, it's the least you can do. We gotta take apart the Hexagon for you.
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What? If you say no, you can forget about the orb.
Ok, fine! I'll try!
Good. Duke. Let's go!
Yes, Milady.
Where are you guys going?
We're gonna go remove the orb from the Hexagon. We'll deliver it to Rod for you.
Help Rue... What am I gonna do...? Ohhh, forget it!
Heeey, is that...!? It's a cannon orb! Wow, I can't believe a crappy place like this had it. I wonder how much it is. Oh, there's a price tag.
YES!
Huh? It says 100G for the cannon orb.
No sirree. I would never sell something so valuable for 100G. Look at the price tag again carefully.
...What is that puny letter between the 100 and G? I can't read it from here.
It's M.
What does that stand for!?
The cannon orb costs 100 million G.
WHAAAAAT!!!? A HUNDRED MILLION!?
Great deal, eh? I'm having a major sale right now.
You're crazy! I can't pay that!
You don't have to buy it. I get plenty of customers.
You big geezer!
So, what will it be?
[Intimidate] What the hell are you thinking setting a crazy price like that!? I'm gonna trash this place with my magic if you don't start running a decent business!
[Failure] I have tons of flammable stuff in here. If you fire off your magic, it's gonna blow.
Yeah, right! You're bluffing!
Dang! He's a lot tougher than he looks!
If you want it that bad, why don't you go borrow some money? It'd be a lot easier.
That's right, huh? Who can I borrow from...? Rue doesn't have that kind of money. Belle's in debt up to her ears. Klaus's shop hardly gets any business. Rod... He can't even feed himself. Gosh! There's no one! ! Oh yeah! I know who I can go to! Hey! I know someone who can pay for me!
Really?
Yeah.
Ok then. I'll just send the bill over to that party.
Alright♪
Well, I believe that completes our deal. On second thought... I'd better collect a deposit from you. Pay me 15,000G, and I'll give you the cannon orb.
Dang! He's not a sucker after all.
Here's the cannon orb. The rest of the bill will go to the other party.
Alright♪
Yup. I found 3 so far.
I came here to bring the orb we owe you. Rod already has 5 so I guess that makes it 9.
One more to go... ? Where's Duke? You guys are always together. Rod's not here, either. I wonder where he went...
No one was here when I got here. I think they went to look for a cannon orb together.
That's weird. Are they friends or something?
Maybe they are. I heard they fought a few times.
Oh, what do you know...? How long have they been gone?
I've been waiting over an hour now. I can't believe he left me here! He's really gonna get it when he gets back! Whew... Where did he go...?
Geez, Belle. You're that worried about Duke?
Why would I worry about that big fool? He's just good for pouring my drinks...
(She's worried to death. It's so obvious.)
Sorry to keep you waiting, Milady! I hope I didn't worry you.
Where the hell were you!!!? I've been waiting here forever! Next time you take off without my permission, I'll break you in two!
...I'm sorry.
Take it easy, Belle. It's my fault. I asked him to come with me. We busted our butts to get the cannon orb. I tell ya, that fiery mountain was pure hell... Ach!
Ugh...
Dang! You're badly injured!
Rod the Blade Star gettin' beat by some old dragon...
Give Rod a hand! I'll tell you what happened later.
PROVE YOUR WORTH IF YOU WANT THE CANNON ORB!
UGHUAAA!
MY POWERS ARE FAR BEYOND YOURS. THIS FIGHT IS MEANINGLESS. BEGONE, AND I WILL SPARE YOUR LIFE.
I'm not goin' anywhere. You want me gone, you're gonna have to beat me!
YOU IMBECILE. YOU SHALL CRUMBLE INTO ASHES! ...PERSISTENT FOOL.
...It's gonna take way more than that. I'm Rod the Blade Star! As long as I have heart, I'll go on forever.
YOU PRIDE YOUR HEART? THEN I SHALL TEST IT WITH MY FLAME. PREPARE YOURSELF.
Hold your dragon breath! You've got another problem coming!
You're late.
Sorry. I had a hard time putting it on. Alright, I'm rady to go hardcore. Let's get him!
Hurr, hurr, hurr, hurr, hurr. YOU MUST BE AN ENTERTAINER. YOUR MOTIVES ARE UNCLEAR. THE CANNON ORB IS NOT FOR YOURSELVES. WHY SUFFER THROUGH THIS FIGHT?
1,000 years in this world, and you still don't know squat.
Mint really taught me about heart. Watching her go after the [relic] alone, challenging everything in her path, you can't deny the power of it.
She's crazy as hell, but she sure inspires!
That's why we're here. It's time to get our hearts goin', y'know? Because...
Alright, Duke! Give it everything you've got!
Let's bust him up!
Hurr, hurr, hurr. SILLY, YET AMUSING. I ACCEPT YOUR CHALLENGE. SHOW ME THIS HEART OF WHICH YOU SPEAK!
What sucks is, Rod really got hurt. Dammit! If only I was able to change faster! That stupid suit!
Dang, guys...
...The hell were you guys thinking!?
But it's all good. We have 10 cannon orbs, so Rod's bird can fly now. Mint, you're still going, right?
I owe it to you guys! ...I'll see what I can do for Rue.
Don't forget.
Prima, I'm coming...
There's one big problem.
What?
You're taking Rod's machine, aren't you? With Rod injured, who's gonna fly it?
!!!
Oh man! That's right!
W-What are we gonna do!?
Relax! I got a great idea. ...Achhh.
Take it easy!
I'm alright. For my idea to work, you're gonna have to use your power.
Duke; My power? You mean my act? What am I supposed to do?
Isn't it obvious? Duke...
Use your act to become me... Then, you'll be ablet o fly the Pulsar-inferno...Achhh...Typhoon Omega.
That's ridiculous.
That's a great idea! But can I do it...?
Sure, you can. I got faith in you. My Pulsar...Achhh...inferno...T- Typhoon...Ughuaa! ...Omega is a wild ride, but with your act, you should be alright. You can take my baby beyond the skies.
...I'll do it! Rod, I'll become you and fly her.
Ok! Take care of my baby, my Pulsar-inferno...Typh...ughuaa!
Don't say another word.
I'm getting all fired up. It's time to end all this! I'm gonna get the [relic], whack all the bad guys, and enjoy a happy ending.
You're one tough girl...
I'm gonna start workin' on my act. We'll leave in the morning.
We can leave anytime.
I'm kinda worried, too. I don't know if Duke can handle it, either.
Come on, Milady! This is for Rod. I can handle it.
I've heard that before...
Don't listen to her, Mint. I'll take you beyond the skies to heaven.
You don't need to go that far.
Alright, Milady, I'm going! I'll be back before lunch.
What are you talkin' about? I'm going with you.
What!?
You think I'm gonna let you go on your own?
...
I don't trust you one bit. You'll probably crash the damn thing if I don't come along.
...Thanks, Milady. I was hoping you would come along.
Ok, let's get going. Mint, I hope you're all set to go.
Once we take off, there's no turning back.
Are you ready?
Duke, I'm countin' on you! You're gonna be fine. Make my baby proud.
I hear you. It's not me flying this baby. It's you. I'm you. I'll take care of your Pinto.
Her name's not Pinto! It's the Pulsar-inferno...Typh...Achhh!
Stop mentioning the stupid name and get some rest! Duke! Get this Pinto moving!
Ok! Let's go, Pinto!
The sorcerous driver sounds like it's lagging.
She's not powering up! Oh boy, this is one helluva problem.
I can run faster than this. You sure we're gonna be able to fly?
Hey, I know! Belle's big butt is weighting us down.
AH, shut up! Duke, hurry up and do something!
What's this lever? I'm gonna give it a try.
...We stopped.
What the hell are you doing!?
Relax.
?
What's goin' on!?
That's what I'm talkin' about! I got this--
SHEEZ! It's too fast! Slow this thing down!
Damn! I don't know how!
YOU MORON!!
AAAAAHH!!!