Phantasy Star Memorial Drama CD: ~Sealed Memories~

The Memorial Drama CD and its accompanying Fanbook were released in 1995. It is an audio story that partially takes place during the timeline of Phantasy Star IV. Bonus: Nei’s voice is Sailor Moon’s voice!

This Drama CD was released with a “Fanbook” that contains production sketches, character information, staff interviews, staff photos, and even fanart! The PDF of this fanbook is available here on SegaRetro.org (the fanbook is only in Japanese for now)

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Cast

Rudy Ashleigh (Age 13)
Voiced by 阪口大助
(Daisuke Sakaguchi)
Forren
Voiced by 速水奨
(Hayami Show)
NM-2011
Voiced by 丹下桜
(Sakura Tange)
Eusis
Voiced by 森川智之
(Toshiyuki Morikawa)
Rudy Ashleigh (Age 16)
Voiced by 阪口大助
(Daisuke Sakaguchi)
Fal
Voiced by 野上ゆかな
(Yukana Nogami)
Neifirst
Voiced by 三石琴乃
(Kotono Mitsuishi)
Gene
Voiced by 来宮良子
(Ryouko Kinomiya)
Nei
Voiced by 三石琴乃
(Kotono Mitsuishi)
Thray
Voiced by 井上和彦
(Kazuhiko Inoue)
Frena
Voiced by 岩男潤子
(Junko Iwao)
Old Man Roy
Voiced by 永井一郎
(Ichirou Nagai)

Video (English Sub)

[These videos are unofficial fanmade creations by @yumpoplala]

Video for Parts 4-8 coming soon! (Last updated: 10/9/2024)

Audio (JP)

Translation

1. Prologue

[00:00 – 05:49]

Rudy

I’m Rudy, Rudy Ashleigh. I just recently became a hunter.
Through a strange series of events, I’ve been travelling the Algol Star System, and and got involved in a freak accident.

Before I knew it, I left Motavia and ended up going all the way to Dezolis. I met strange people there, and got stuck battling against super tough monsters.

First there’s Thray, the sorcerer.
He’s always nagging me and is kind of a jerk, but he is a master of ancient magic — and incredibly powerful. Heh, even though it pains me to admit it.

So, through pure chance, I’m on some epic adventure now, but I know it’ll be OK because I’ve got great friends by my side who I can count on.

Thray

Hey twerp, keep that up and I won’t save you anymore.

Rudy

Next up is Forren, an android.
He’s great to have around during battle, but I never know what he’s thinking—he’s kind of weird. Honestly, even now I can’t tell what kind of personality he has.

Forren

Rudy, you should not worry too much over minor details. It can have a negative effect on your mental health.

Rudy

And lastly, there’s Fal.
Outwardly, she looks a little different from most people. But she always glows, and her smile never fades. She lights up the room.

Fal

Huh? Are you calling my ears long? Hehehe, it’s ok. They make me look cute!

Rudy

The four of us just used the Aeroprism to guide us to next destination: Ryucross. We’ve just arrived at the spaceport.

Ryucross is far away in space, and we don’t know what awaits us there. Just to be on the safe side, Forren is performing a full inspection and maintenance of the spaceship Landale.

In the meantime, while Forren is working on the ship, the rest of us have decided to take a little break.

* * *

Rudy staring at the hazy sunset.
(Based on a sketch drawn by Yoshibon from the accompanying fanbook. Art by @yumpoplala)
Rudy

In the far distance, the sun is starting to sink below the horizon. The refractions of light make it look as if the sun were being crushed and flattened, rubbery and distorted.
I used to see this kind of sunset all the time when I lived in the town Tiria. When I stare closely at it, it’s as if I start remembering something. A distant memory… What is this feeling?

Fal

Rudy! Rudy!

Rudy

Ahh, Fal.

Fal

Ooh, wow!! I’ve never seen the sun being crushed like that before! It’s so pretty..! But why is it so squished? Tell me, Rudy!

Rudy

Ah…

Thray

Hahahah, Rudy wouldn’t know why.

Fal

So do you know, Thray?

Thray

Of course.

Fal

Tell me, tell me!

Thray

Umm, ah. Ahem. What we we’re seeing here is a kind of mirage. As big as Motavia is, this is the only place on the whole planet where you can witness this phenomena. But for the people who live in this area, it probably just seems like a normal everyday occurrence.

Fal

Oh.. so the sun isn’t really being squished, then.

Thray

Of course not! If the sun got squished, we’d all die!

Whatcha think, Rudy? Bet ya didn’t know.

Rudy

Ehh… I guess not.

Thray

What’s the matter, Rudy? Normally you’d give me some smartass comment, like “Pshh you only know that because of Lutz” or what have you.

Fal

Rudy, what’s wrong? That’s not like you!

Rudy

It’s just, when I see this sunset, I feel like I’m on the verge of remembering something.

Fal

Something? Like what?

Rudy

I’m not sure. But, awhile ago there used to be a town here called Tiria. Maybe it’s because I used to live there.

Thray

Ahh… So then, sounds like you’ve got some psychological damage from your past. You know, what they call “childhood trauma”.
Something bad must have happened that made your subconscious mind seal away your own memory.

Rudy

I kinda doubt that.

Thray

Right then, I’ll take a look for you. Probing memories is a piece of cake for me. I bet I’m way better than any of the counselors around here!

Rudy

No way! You think I’d let the a guy like you look around inside my head!?

Thray

Excuse me? I’ve only got good intentions here!

Rudy

Your good intentions and bad intentions are one and the same!

Thray

Heh! Why you little–
Now listen up. We’re about to go to Ryucross here, and if you’re there having a mental breakdown you’ll just slow us all down

Rudy

What!?

Fal

Um… you two….

Thray

Oh, I get it. You’re just scared I’ll see something embarrassing!

Rudy

N-no I’m not! I just…

Thray

Ha! Judging by your nervous reaction, I’d say I hit the bullseye!

Rudy

Say what!? Why do you have to be such an ass!

Fal

Guys!

[ Rudy and Thray continue to argue in the background ]

Fal

Jeez… These two really are the best of friends.
After awhile, though, Rudy decided to let go ahead and let Thray take a look into his memoriesl.

* * *

Rudy

Thray, are you sure this is okay?

Thray

What? Still doubting me?

Rudy

I guess so. But hey, the ability to look into a persons memories is really Lutz’s power, isn’t it? If it’s not your powers, then I feel a little better about this.

Thray

Hm. Heheheh… Actually, Lutz couldn’t use this skill.

Rudy

Huh? Agh! Hold on a second!

Thray

Too late!

[ Sparkly sound effects ]

Rudy

THRAY!
God damn it… I’m losing… consciousness…
Aah….. Oh, I remember now….
I was watching that same kind of sunset on that day three years ago… And then… I met that her…. That girl…

[ Sparkly sound effects intensifies and then fades out ]

2. Rudy’s Encounter

[05:50 – 11:50]

Rudy

Sorry! Comin’ through! Heheh… that was so easy. Not to mention that girl’s purse was friggin’ loaded.
That brings today’s total to…. one… two.. three…. Three, huh? That’s a pretty decent amount for not being that much. …
Huh, who’s there?!

Hahhh… I’ve finally got you.

Rudy

Oh, a girl? Phew.
You gave me a scare.

What do you mean, “phew”?! You stole my purse!

Rudy

What? You don’t have any proof.

What proof do I need, you’re holding it in your hand right now!!

Rudy

Er…. so what if I am?? Don’t you know who you’re dealing with? Don’t tell me you’ve never heard of Tiria’s Rudy the Great!

No.

Rudy

Huh?

So I’d like my purse back.

Rudy

If you want it back that badly, you’re gonna have to catch me first!!

I won’t let you get away!

[ Running sounds, bustling crowd sounds ]

Rudy

She’ll never catch me now that I’ve made it this far.

But wow, even though that girl was wearing a hood, she had a really pretty face.
She’s totally my type.

No, thanks. Say what?

Rudy

Y.. you’re that girl from before! How did you..?

Nei

What’s with all this “that girl” stuff? Cut that out. My name is Nei, thank you very much.

Rudy

Oh? So you’re called Nei, huh? That’s a strange name. Oh yeah! My name’s Rudy. Rudy Ashleigh.

Nei

I didn’t ask you for your name, now did I?

Rudy

Heh, ouch. But hey, girl — er, I mean, Nei, right? You’re the first person who’s been able to keep up with me.

Nei

Is that so. Whatever, just hurry up and giv–

[ Ominous roaring ]

Nei

Get down!

Rudy

Huh? Ahhhhhh!
What the?
What’s this giant scythe — a Grass Assassin??
Why is there a bio-monster this close to a town?? It’s coming towards us!

Run, hurry!

Rudy

What are you saying? Even as a joke, you think I’d high-tail it and leave a girl behind?

Nei

Ugh, you’re just going to get in the way!

Rudy

What?!

Ahhh!

[ Bio-monster attacks Rudy ]

[exasperated sigh]

Rudy

I just let my guard down for a second… All right, here I come!

Nei

Hey, wait! …
(Is he gunna be okay?)

Rudy

All right… if I could just cut off both its arms…!
Okay! Now for the other arm!

[ Bio-monster attacks more ]

Rudy

Shit! My knife! Ahh!
This is gonna be hard without a weapon… Ahh!

[ Bio-monster laughs wickedly ]

Rudy

Ahhh! Shit, I’m done for…!

Nei

I can’t watch this anymore.

Rudy

Huh?

Nei

HAH!

[ Bio-monster dies ]

Rudy

That’s a claw! And a beam claw, at that!
Awesome!

Nei

What a relief, I’m glad you weren’t hurt.

Rudy

You’re so cool!

Nei

Hehehe.
So then… May I have my purse b ack now?

Rudy

Huh? Oh… yeah, sure.

Nei

All right then.
Goodbye!

Rudy

Ah… wait!

Nei

Huh?

Rudy

Even though I stole your purse, you still saved my life.
I guess you could say… Well, I owe you one.

Nei

It’s fine, don’t worry about it.

Rudy

But still, that doesnt’ change the fact that you saved my life.

Nei

You’ve sure got a strong sense of duty… for a pick-pocket.

Rudy

Erm… sure, so I pick pockets, and even rob warehouses… but-!

Nei

You rob warehouses, too??
Absolutely insane…

Rudy

Oh.. um.. yeah.. well..
Anyway!
I plan to return the favor in full. And I mean it.
Even though you may not believe me…

Nei

Wow… You’re surprisingly honest…

Rudy

Eh… what?

Nei

Hm….
Your eyes look so sincere.
Maybe you’re not lying, after all.

Rudy

Of course I’m not!

Nei

[laughs]

Sorry, sorry.

So, just what exactly are you gonna do for me in return?

Rudy

Hmmm.. well, you’re a traveler, right? So either you’re searching for something, or maybe searching for someone.

Nei

How can you tell?

Rudy

Hm.. well, these are harsh times, so it’s not exactly like you’d just be out sight-seeing.

Nei

You’re pretty sharp.

Yes, that’s right. I’m searching for a certain place.

Rudy

A place?

Nei

Yes. It’s a dome that was built sometime in the 9th century.

Rudy

A dome?

Nei

Yeah… It’s supposedly near this area. I traveled from far to get here.

Rudy

So, you don’t know exactly where it is.

Nei

Right..

Rudy

In that case, come with me.

Nei

Huh?

Rudy

I have plans to meet up with an old man who’s an Information Monger. He would probably know where the dome is, I think.

Nei

Information monger?

Rudy

Yeah, the old man has lived in this area since forever. Come on, let’s go. I’ll introduce you.

Hmm? What’s with that face? Are you doubting me?

I gave you back your purse already, didn’t I??

Nei

Oh no, it’s not that.
I was just thinking to myself, “What a life saver!”
Thank you, Rudy. I’d be happy to accept your help.
The truth is, I’m unfamiliar with this area… I was feeling hopeless.

Rudy

Oh… really?Well, then leave it to me!
It’s nice to meet you, Nei.

Nei

Nice to meet you too, Rudy.

3. Nei’s Dream

[11:51 – 21:21]

Nei

So Rudy, ever since the orphanage closed down, you’ve been on your own?

Rudy

Yeah. After that, me and the other orphans stuck together. Before long, we were robbing warehouses and picking pockets.

Nei

Ah, so that’s how it is. But you know, Rudy, whatever the reason, it’s never okay to steal from others. If your mother or father were alive, I think they would definitely say the same thing.

Rudy

Parents, huh. I can’t even remember their faces. I have no feelings for them. What about you, Nei? Where did you come from?

Nei

Huh? … M-me? Umm… Before coming to the toiwn here, I had been working in Aiedo as a hunter.

Rudy

No, not that. Where did you used to live?

Nei

Oh… Um… It’s waaaay far… to the east. You’ve probably never heard of it.

Rudy

Hmm? Oh, okay. Hey, can I ask you something?

Nei

Oh sure, what is it?

Rudy

About that beam claw.

Nei

Er… Oh, this? I got this in Aiedo.

Rudy

Oh? You can really get such cool stuff over there?!

Nei

It was by chance only! I think I just got really lucky.

Rudy

Oh, wait your left hand has one, too?

Nei

Huh? Oh, yeah! But it broke a little while ago…

Rudy

But wasn’t it high-quality?

Nei

It’s OK, I do fine with just one anyway.

Rudy

Ah… yeah I guess so. With your skill level, I’m sure one claw is omre than enough.

Nei

Yup!

Rudy

Hey! Why don’t you try taking off your hood? It’s already dark out, the air feels nice.

Nei

Huh?
(What do I say?)

Rudy

Don’t you think agree?

Nei

Oh… Ah-CHOO!

Rudy

Are you OK?

Nei

It’s my allergies! That’s why I have to wear a hood whenever I’m outside.

Rudy

Oh, for real?

Nei

Mhm.

Rudy

Hm… Ah, there it is!

Nei

What’s that?

Rudy

The ruins that I always visit. I promised the Old Man information monger that I’d meet up with him here tomorrow morning. For now, why don’t we rest here for the night.

* * *

Nei

Ahhhhhhhh!

Eusis

Nei!
Hang in there, Nei!

Nei

I’m sorry, Eusis… I don’t think I’m going to make it…
It’s been fun…
…even if it it was only a for short while…
…since I’ve been together with you…
…Eusis…

Eusis

What are you saying?
We’re still going to be together.
Together forever!
So, please…!

Nei

Hehe… I’m so happy… Oh? That’s strange… Even though I’m happy, tears are coming out…

Eusis

Nei!

Nei

Eusis…

I…

…Eusis, I lov….

Eusis

Wait, Nei!

NEI!

NEIIIIIIII!!!

* * *

Nei

Dome….
Go to the dome…

* * *

Nei

[panting]
That dream again…
It feels lke every single night I have the same dream. Just what does it mean?

[ Clicking, whirring sound ]

Nei

[gasp]
That sound… something is moving…
… and it’s coming this way!
Oh no!
Rudy! Wake up, Rudy!

Rudy

Huh?
It’s still early…

Nei

Stop being sleepy!
Tell me, what did this place used to be in the past?

Rudy

Huh…?
Why all the sudden…?
Um… I’m pretty sure I heard that a looong time ago this place used to be some kind of factory.

Nei

It’s coming!
Rudy, follow me!

Rudy

What!? What’s wrong?
Hey–! You don’t have to pull so hard!
Ahh!! What is that? What the hell is going on!?

Nei

There’s no time to talk! We have to run!
Where’s the exit!?

Rudy

We have to go back to the room we just came from.
But it’s blocked off now.

Nei

Any other exits?

Rudy

Ehm… Oh, I know! There is another one.
This way, follow me!

Nei

This door?

Rudy

Yeah!
…It’s no good, Nei! It’s locked!

Nei

I’ve got it.
Rudy, step back for a sec.
I’ll break the lock with my claw.

Rudy

Okay.

Nei

I’ll set it to max power…

Rudy

Ahhh!
Nei, it found us!
Hurry! Hurry!

Nei

I know!
Nnnghhh!!!

[ Fwoosh! ]

Rudy

You did it!

Nei

Rudy! Hurry, let’s get out!

Rudy

Yeah!
–Ahh!!

Nei

Rudy, stop looking behind you!
Just run as fast as you can!!

Rudy

Okay!
Ahh!! Shit!

[ Both Rudy and Nei scream as they run away. Running footsteps are heard as both are panting. ]

Nei

We should be fine now that we ran this far, right?

Rudy

Yeah, I think so.
But that was a close one. Why was a robot th…

[ A gust of wind blows ]

Rudy

Huh…?
Nei?

Nei

Mm?
What’s wrong, Rudy?

[ Wind intensifies]

Rudy

Nei…
….your ears….
What are those ears…

Nei

Huh?
[gasps]
My hood…!

[ Wind continues to intensify ]

Rudy

Nei…
You….

Nei

So… I guess you saw my ears…

Rudy

You…
Just what are you…?

Nei

Rudy…
Will you hear me out?

Rudy

What are you…!

Nei

Please, Rudy!

Rudy

Okay…

Nei

It’s already been about two years since then… I was found in the desert near Aiedo… A caravan saw me and rescued me.
Why had I collapsed in such a place?
Where was I born?
How did I get here?
I honestly couldn’t remember any of it.

Rudy

Huh…?
Why all the sudden…?
Um… I’m pretty sure I heard that a looong time ago this place used to be some kind of factory.

Nei

So… I guess you saw my ears…

Rudy

Amnesia…

Nei

Yeah… But then, eventually, I was able to remember some little things here and there…
…Like my name…
…And the unsettling memory that hautns my dreams every night…
…And a shiny, silver done…

Rudy

A silver dome?
So that’s why you’re looking for that dome?

Nei

Yeah…
If I go there, I feel like I’ll understand more. That’s the feeling that I get.
But it’s not like I havwe any other leads, though.

Rudy

Nei…

Nei

I have no idea why my ears are so different from everyone else…
Because of these ears, I…

Rudy

Nei…

Nei

Everytime people see my ears, there’s always a huge uproar!
People tell me, “you’re a monster!”

Rudy

That’s not true!

Nei

I…want to find out…
Who am I?
What am I…?
Please, Rudy… If you know, please tell me!
Just who the hell am I?

Rudy

Nei, don’t cry!
Cheer up! I’m sure you’ll find out… one day you will find out the answer to who you are!

Nei

Rudy… thank you.
But…. This is good bye!

Rudy

Huh?
Hey! Hey, wait!

Nei

No…. If you stay with me, I’m sure I’ll only be a burden…

Rudy

Burden? That’s not true!

Nei

Rudy…

Rudy

I… I don’t care what you say. I’m coming with you, Nei!
You still don’t know where the dome is, right?
And besides… I still owe you for saving my life.

Nei

Rudy, I…

Rudy

Heh!
Plus you’re going to miss me — Rudy the Great!

Nei

So… I guess you saw my ears…

Rudy

Amnesia…

Nei

So… I guess you saw my ears…

Rudy

Amnesia…

[ Both begin to laugh ]

Roy

Hey? Is someone there?

Rudy

Oh, is that the Old Man?
Old Man Roy!

Roy

Rudy, is that you?
Say, why are ya all the way over here?
Wasn’t the plan to meet up in the usual spot in the ruins?

Rudy

Well, about that…
I don’t know why, but like, the computer system or something started to attack us. We were nearly killed!

Roy

Huh?
What are you on about?
Ya sure ya weren’t dreamin’ it?

Rudy

It’s true!

Roy

If yer tryin’ to fool me, it won’t work! I ain’t senile yet!
Huh?
Who’s that over there?

Rudy

Huh? Oh, Ahh.. Her name is Nei.

Roy

Ohh? Where did you come from? I’ve lived a long time, but I’ve never seen someone with such long ears before.

Nei

Ah… um… I…
…I have no idea who or what I am.

* * *

4. Old Man Roy

[21:22 – 35:01]

Roy

Hmm… I see…

Rudy

What do you think? Did you understand everything, Gramps?

Roy

Well, I get the gist of it.

Rudy

So, Gramps, do you know about the silver dome then?

Roy

Hmm, heh. A dome, eh? Heh. Of course I know about it. But I ain’t tell’ ya for free, y’know?

Rudy

Geh, you sure run a tight ship, old man.

Roy

[laughs]
Yer damn right I do.
I’m a merchant at heart, after all.

Nei

I have money, if that’s what you want. Please tell me about the dome.

Roy

Hm. The dome you’re looking for is most likely the one that’s over there. It’s not too far from my village, actually.
I can show you the way, if you’d like .

Nei

Really?

Roy

Yeah. Once we get to the village, I’ll give you a detailed map.
BUT… I shall receive proper compensation in exchange. Are you OK with that?

Nei

Yes. Please take me.

Roy

Okay then. We’ve reached a settlement. All right, shall we head to the village?

* * *

Roy

We’re finally here. No need to be shy, come on in.

Rudy

Okay, comin’ in.

Nei

Thank you.

Rudy

Wow, you’ve really cleaned up the place since last time, eh Gramps? The last time I came up here you could barely walk around.

Roy

Ah, yeah I moved most of my wares to the old storehouse

Rudy

Oh yeah? I didn’t know you had a place like that.

Roy

I guess you could say that.
I mean, how can I help it with you and yer shady friends hangin’ around?
Oho, I mean, since you’ve made a career out of robbin’ warehouses.

Rudy

Knock it off, Gramps! I haven’t done anything in this village.

Roy

Heh, d’ya think I believe that?
By the way, ya better not even think of doin’ anything stupid like stealin’ anything out of my store house, y’hear me?
I’ve got a hgue collection of ancient weapons that I dug up from the ruins and if ya so much as touch anythin’, I’ll nock yer lights out, kid!

Rudy

Stop it, Gramps!

Roy

Oh and by the way…
Recently there’s been a rumor that a very skilled hunter named “Lyla” was hired just to catch ya, so I hear.

Rudy

Say what!?

Roy

Well, “it’s time to pay the piper” as they say, right? I’d watch your back if I were you, hahaha.
Ah, there we go. Here it is.
Hey Nei, come over here. I’ll explain the map to you.

Nei

Okay.

Rudy

Oh, me too.

Roy

You can stay out of it.

Rudy

Aw, come on. What’s the big deal?

Roy

This is information I’m telling to Nei.
That is unless ya wanna pay up for it.

Rudy

Agh, you old geezer!

Nei

Ah, i-it’s okay, Rudy…
Let’s look at it together, okay?
It’s okay, right, Grandfather?

Roy

Well, if you’re OK with it, then I don’t mind.
Ah.. This here is this village. And so, you leave here from the north gate, then keep going towards the north east — the landmark is this rocky mountain here. If you go past that, then you’ll see the dome. But, that place is rumored to be really dangerous. No one from the village dares to go near it.
[rips paper]
Here, take it.

Nei

You’re a life saver!

Rudy

I’m glad it worked out!

Nei

Thanks to you, Rudy!

Roy

Now then, about payment…

Nei

Yes.

Roy

Well then, ths information is pretty pricey…!

Rudy

Don’t overcharge her, Gramps!
That’s in poor spirit!

Roy

What can I say, I was born this way.

Nei

How much do you want? Hopefully I have enough…

Roy

Hm.. All right, I don’t need money.

Nei

Huh?

Rudy

Eh? What’s with the sudden change of heart?

Roy

Only on one condition, though.
Instead of money, I’d like that left hand claw of yours.

Rudy

I knew it. When it comes to rare items, you always gotta have it.

Roy

Heh. You betcha!

Nei

But this claw is broken.

Roy

Oh, that’s fine with me. In fact, it’s better if it’s broken. I can get to see how it works.
Additionally, maybe I could also have that ring around your neck?

Nei

What? My ring?

Rudy

Gramps! You’re being greedy!

Roy

Oh? That so?

Nei

Um.. well, I’d love to give it to you, but this ring… It won’t come off no matter what I try.

Roy

Hah! No worries. I’m sure it’s nothin’ I can’t handle.

Nei

Huh?

Roy

Come, have a seat over here.

Nei

Oh, um. Yes.

Roy

Ah.. this is quite the piece of work!

Nei

I’ve tried countless times to remove it, but I could never get it to come off.

Roy

Well, it certainly is a tough little gadget. But, I’ll manage.

Rudy

C’mon Gramps, are you sure this’ll work?

Roy

Heh. Yeah, more surefire than your lock-picking, anyway.

Rudy

Oh give it a rest with that.

Roy

Sit still a moment.

Nei

Okay.

[ Tinkering noises… thenfinally a ‘ding!’ and a ‘click!’ ]

Nei

Oh!

Roy

Heh. Somehow I managed to get it off.

Nei

I feel like.. a great weight has been lifted off me!

Roy

That so? [chuckles]
That’s good to hear.
Well then, I’ll be taking this, then.

Nei

Yes! Grandfather… Thank you so much!

Roy

No need to thank me! You’ve already paid.
Oh, that reminds me. I still need to give you back your change, yeah? Wait here a sec.

After hearing the name “Nei”, I remembered.
Take this with you.

Nei

That’s… a claw!

Rudy

It doesn’t look very new though.
What’s up with this old rusty claw?

Roy

Well you see.. long ago, this village was attacked by an army of monsters. A blue haired young man showed up and saved the village. It’s said that he entrusted this weapon to my ancestor for safe keeping. He said he was going to come back one day to retrieve it, however, never once did that young man return.

Rudy

Ohhh

Nei

But.. why would you give something so important to me?

Roy

Because its name is “Nei Claw”. I hear its meant to be wielded by the one who bears its name.

Nei

Nei.. Claw…?

Roy

And besides, the rightful owner never did come back for it. It’s wasted on me, so I figure it’s better off in your possession.

Rudy

But.. don’t claws usually come as a pair? There’s only one of these, though..

Roy

Who knows? It seems the young man only left one behind. As I understand it, it was Lutz, the legendary sorcerer, who created it.

Nei

Lutz? Rudy, do you know of him?

Rudy

Uhh.. Lutz? Nope, never heard of him. Roy, who’s Lutz?

Roy

Good grief. Would it kill ya to read a damn book sometime?

Rudy

Heh heh heh….

Roy

So about Lutz. He and the hero Alisa teamed up about two thousand years ago. Together they saved Algol from evil forces. Lutz is one of the legendary heroes. They said he had incredible psychic powers. He would even travel freely between the planets. He was also said to be immortal.

Rudy

Huh?
What the hell?
Is that load of crap even true?

Roy

[laughs] I don’t believe it, either. I’m only telling you how the legend goes.

Nei

Is it really okay? Is it really okay to accept this claw?

Roy

I don’t mind. I told you it was your change, didn’t I? I mean your name is Nei afterall. There may just be some connection between you and the claw.

Nei

Thank you, Grandfather! I’ll treasure it!

Rudy

Looks like you’ve got some good points too, eh Gramps?

Roy

Heh heh. Its an ancient family heirloom…
I couldn’t just sell it. So I finally got a good deal for it.

Rudy

I should have figured.

* * *

[ Water trinkling sounds ]

Nei

Wow, how pretty!

Rudy

Yeah, this is the village’s fountainhead. The water pulled from here support’s the life in the village.

Nei

This is such a nice place.

Rudy

Yeah. But.. I wonder how much longer it’ll hold.

Nei

What do you mean?

Rudy

The desert is spreading all around here. If the river gets swallowed up by the desert, and the water upstream stops flowing, the village will be finished.

Nei

Oh, I see.

Rudy

Nei

Nei

What?

Rudy

I hope that going to the dome helps you get back your memories.

Nei

Yeah! Thanks.
But.. I do feel a little scared.
What if I’m better off not remembering?

Rudy

That won’t happen.

Nei

Yeah..

Rudy

Nei….
But… I… don’t want to say this, but… um… if..
…hypothetically speaking…!
…if your memories don’t come back, what are you going to do?

Nei

Hm… Well, I’ve go tno other goals, so… I’d go back to being a hunter, and pick up clues as I go, I guess.

Rudy

Really? In that case, could I…
I mean, if it’s OK with you, Nei..
…maybe I could come with–

[ Monster roaring in background, along with a distant scream ]

Nei

[gasp]
What was that? Rudy, let’s go!

[ Villagers talking in background; Nei and Rudy both panting from running ]

Rudy

What happened?

Man: A bio-monster suddenly came inside the town! Old Man Roy is…

Rudy: Oh, no!

Nei: Bio-Monsters aren’t supposed to come to places inhabited by people!

Rudy: ROY!! Please let me through!

[people talking in background]

Rudy: Old Man! Get ahold of yourself! C’mon!

Roy: Rudy..?

Rudy: Old Man!

Roy: Nei… Where is Nei?

Nei: I’m right here, Grandfather!

Roy: Be careful… they.. the monsters were after your… ring…

Nei: Grandfather!

Rudy: Old man, get a hold of yourself!

Roy: Some kind of.. some kind of secret…. you…

Rudy: Old man!!!

Roy: Listen… Be careful…. [death rattle]

Nei: No!!

[villagers start gasping in shock]

Random villager: She’s not human!

Random villager: What is that?!

Random villager: Her ears!!

Rudy: Nei, your hood!

Nei: [gasps]

Random villager: Is she some kind of monster!?

Random villager: She’s a demon!

Rudy: What’s with you all??

Random villager: Its your fault! It’s your fault that this happened to Old Man Roy! You demon! Leave this village!

Random villager: That’s right! You monsters leave this place!

Rudy: Just hold on a minute!

Random villager: You damn demon!

Nei: Ahh!

[sounds of villagers pummelling Nei]

Rudy: Wait a minute!

Random villager: What’s wrong with you? Are you siding with the monster?

Rudy: Ju… just listen to what I have to say!

[Nei gets further mobbed by villagers. fade out.]

* * *

Nei: Rudy, I’m sorry. All because of me…

Rudy: Don’t worry about it. More importantly, let’s start heading towards the dome.

Nei: But, Rudy… What the villagers were saying was partially true. It’s my fault that Grandfather was…

Rudy: That’s not true at all!

Nei: No, it’s without a doubt. Everywhere I go, bio-monsters appear! If what Grandfather said about it being the ring’s fault is correct, we’ll be attacked again! So Rudy, I think it’s better if you don’t have anything to do with me anymo—

Rudy: What are you saying, Nei? Don’t say such pathetic things!

Nei: Rudy…

Rudy: But… if it’s true that bio-monsters are going to come after you, it’d be better if we had weapons with us. Allright. Nei! I’ll be right back, just wait for a bit, okay?

Nei: ?

Rudy: I’m gunna go to Roy’s shop and see if I can find us some weapons.

Nei: Will you be okay? Wouldn’t it be really bad if the villagers saw you doing that?

Rudy: I’ll be fine! Those guys could never catch me.

Nei: I understand. Well then, I’ll wait.

Rudy: Yeah! I’ll be going. Don’t worry! I’ll definitely come back!

Nei: Be careful!

Rudy: I’ll be right back! Don’t you go anywhere!

[sound of wind blowing by]

Nei: Rudy… I’m sorry. I’m going to go alone after all… I don’t want to cause pain to anymore people I know..

5. The Bio-Dome

[35:02 – 44:47]

Nei: This is it… the silver dome! There’s no mistake, this is it! Where’s the entrance? Oh, there it is. I remember this place…. Without a doubt… ! Ah, this switch — I can get into the interior from here. It looks like this is a dead end… Anybody? Is anybody here? Anybody? Huh? This… what the hell is this? There are people inside of these capsules?? They… they look just like me.. So does this one.. and that one, and this one too..! They all look just like me!! Just what the hell is this place?!

Voice: So you have returned, NM-1153.

Nei: Who’s there?

Voice: I am Gene, the artificial intelligence overseer of the Bio-Dome. Have you forgotten?

Nei: Gene? Bio-Dome? I don’t understand..!

Gene: It seems that when you left here, the shock from seeing the outside world caused you to lose your memories.

Nei: My memories? So then, I’m…

Gene: You are NM-1153. Based on a sample of genetic information prior to the ‘Great Collapse’, I was able to complete you by cloning the damaged portions of DNA. You are the ultimate masterpiece of the NM-1000 Series.

Nei: I’m a…. clone?! So then, that means those capsules…. That can’t be!

Gene: They are your sisters.

Nei: No! ….[breathes heavily]

Gene: What is the matter?

Nei: I’m a… clone? I’m a clone? If you’re saying that you’re the one who created me, then tell me! Who’s clone am I? Who on earth am I? And what is that same dream that I have every single night?

Gene: Dream? You have dreams? What an interesting proclamation. I do not understand very well, but let us look into this. Place both of your hands on the board in front of the monitor to your left.

Nei: Here? Something is displaying on the monitor.

Gene: According to calculations, this is not supposed to occur. Somehow, through cloning it seems that the subconscious part of the original specimen is making itself known. * In the form of dreams, it has been displaying itself to you in bits and pieces.

Nei: I want to know! I want to know everything, not just bits and pieces!

Gene: Very well. To the extent which we can, let us reveal the information that is sealed away in your subconsciousness. *

Nei: Ehh.. Uwahhh!!

* * *

Neifirst: Humans…. I hate self-centered humans!

Neisecond: But you were once a part of me!

Neifirst: You are supposed to loathe humans!

Neisecond: No! That isn’t true at all… Sister, please… Please, stop doing this!

* * *
Nei: [panting]
* * *

Eusis: Oh, I see.. You’ve been all alone this time? Well starting today, you’re not alone. I’ll be your family.

Neisecond: Family?

Eusis: Yes. So that is why we’ll always be together.

* * *
Nei: [panting]
* * *

Eusis: Nei! Get a hold of yourself! Nei!

Neisecond: I’m sorry, Eusis…. It looks like.. I’m not gonna make it….. Please…. don’t ever let them make another monster like me…. Promise me…. Promise….

* * *
Nei: Aaaaaaiiiiiiiiie! [pants]…… How…. how could another monster like me be created?! He promised me!

Gene: As a remaining system of the ‘Great Collapse’, it is my task to perform Neitype research. You were created as a step towards birthing a new race capable of surviving the harsh environment following the ‘Great Collapse’.

Nei: Birthing a new race…? You created me for a reason like that?

Gene: Certainly, that is one reason.. However, I had another purpose for creating you.

Nei: Another purpose?

Gene: That is correct. That is, to wipe out human beings, the lesser lifeforms, from existence on this planet.

Nei: Why?

Gene: You should understand that already from seeing what the outside world is like. The destruction of the inferior species is only the natural choice by laws of nature. I made a judgment based on their incapability to survive, the NM-1000 Series will be used as a step towards conservation.

Nei: I’m beginning to remember more and more.. I’m even certain that I’ve heard those same words two years ago..

Gene: That’s right, you were my ultimate masterpiece. To eliminate those archaeic humans, to open the doors to a new stage in history led by a bright, shining new race – for those reasons, you were born. … Hmm? What happened to the ring on your neck?

Nei: Ring?

Gene: It seems to have come off somehow. Not only does that ring transmit a detailed current status of your body, it also has a built-in resonance-wave device that attracts bio-monsters.

Nei: ….So it really was the ring! So then, the reason why monsters randomly appeared wherever I went was all because of that ring. All because of that ring, grandfather was killed!

Gene: Killed? Is there something wrong with that? To manipulate bio-monsters and to cause the extinction of the human species; that is your mission. I have already made the appropriate preparations. I have successfully hacked into the main system’s arsenal of weapons. Now then, under your command, go and wipe out the humans. Go out and create history as a new species, my daughter.

Nei: No, I won’t.

Gene: What is the matter? You are not supposed to be able to refuse my orders.

Nei: I could care less! I… I was better off not having any memories. Of course there were lots of horrible things about it, like not knowing why I looked different from everybody, but… I… to be born just for the purpose of killing humans.. I just can’t do that. I can’t kill Rudy or any human.

Gene: Are you saying you will not obey my orders, no matter what?

Nei: No, I won’t!

Gene: Somehow, it appears that you are defective. You will be erased.

[sounds of a capsule moving close up and then opening]

Nei: That.. looks just like me!

Gene: The neitype research has already advanced to the next level. The NM-2000 series surpasses the NM-1000 series in terms of both power and speed. 2011, it has become apparent that 1153 has gone insane. Quickly dispense of her.

NM-2011: I understand, Mother.

6. NM-2011

[44:48 – 54:12]

NM-2011: Nice to meet you, big sister.

Nei: Sister? So then, that means you’re a clone, too?!

NM-2011: That’s right. But, what a shame. Even though we finally get to meet for the first time, we have to say goodbye already.

[photon claw-type noise]

Nei: Beam claws?

NM-2011: Here I come, haaahhh!

[whoosh, crash, bam~]

Nei and NM-2011: [huff, puff, pant]

NM-2011: That was very impressive, you were able to block my attack like that. It’d be boring if it weren’t like this. Now then, how about you get your claws out?

Nei: How come we sisters need to fight against each other? Stop!

[NM-2011 laughs]

NM-2011: Right from our very beginning, we neitypes were created by those foolish humans to become weapons of war. The value of a neitype is based completely on strength alone. Sister, you are said to be the ultimate masterpiece of the NM-1000 series. For me, defeating you would be reaffirming my existence.

Nei: No, that can’t be!

NM-2011: Yes, it can. Just being able to fight a strong opponent makes me happy.

Nei: Well, I am different! I’m –!

NM-2011: [giggles] You’re naïve. But you know, if you don’t defeat me, you’re only going to die.

Nei: No….

NM-2011: So then, give it up and get your claws out. No matter what experiences you may have had, you are stll a neitype like me, sister. We were created to fight, there’s no changing that! How about you start getting ready?

[Nei sighs]

Nei: I guess we have no other choice but to fight.

[Nei turns on her beam claw]

NM-2011: Oh my, sister. So you only have a claw for your right arm?

Nei: I have a claw for my left arm, too.

NM-2011: [giggles] It looks pretty old to me. Fine then. Me, too.

[metal is heard clanking onto the floor]

Nei: What are you thinking, throwing your claw away on the ground?!

NM-2011: This way, I’ll only have my right hand claw too. Just think of the claw on your left hand as my handicap. Considering how you’ll soon die anyway, this is my parting gift to you. Here I come, old-version sister! Hahh!

[whoosh!]

Nei: She disappeared! .. Where is she? [gasps] ..Above?! No.. she’s no where!

NM-2011: Where are you looking? I’m right here!

Nei: How the.. When did you…? Right in front of me!

NM-2011: You’re too slow!

[ SMACK! ]

Nei: Ahhhhhhhhh!

[Nei crashes and goes flying, gasping as she lands]

NM-2011: You’re pathetic. Can’t you even fight back?

Nei: This can’t be… I.. can’t…. read her movements…. unghhh…

Gene: Good work. But with your power and speed, this was to be expected. Now then, go finish off 1153.

NM-2011: It’s a shame. I was thinking I could have a little more fun with her, but it looks like my hopes were too high! Diiiiiiiiiiiiiie!

[crash boom!]

NM-2011: What? You dodged it?

Nei: I let my guard down a little earlier, but now your attacks won’t work so well now.

NM-2011: Heh, how clever of you, sister. I’m happy.

[whoosh bang]

Nei: Nnnnghhh!

NM-2011: [pants] So strong… with this power and speed… you wouldn’t think that you’re an old-version..

[more slashing and whooshing and ‘nnnghhhs!’ are heard]

Nei: How nice!*

[more slashing, wooshing]

Nei: Augh! My beam claw’s energy is running out at a time like this?! Ugh..

NM-2011: You have no where left to run. It seems this is as far as you’re going to go. Looks like you’re out of luck, sister.

Nei: What should I do… Rudy…

NM-2011: It’s over now!

[crashing sound, followed by zapping noise]

NM-2011: That’s impossible… a metal claw is able to stop my beam claw?

Roy’s Voice: This is called the “Nei Claw”, and I’ve heard it was created for the person who bears its name.

NM-2011: But.. this power… it’s…

Nei: I’m …..!

NM-2011: Why….. [gasps] Why is it able to hold back my beam? The beam claw is losing!?

Nei: I’m… [pants].. not going to lose!

NM-2011: That’s… that’s impossible…

Nei: I won’t lose! Aiiie!

[Nei charges at NM-2011]

NM-2011: Damnit! The beam’s energy is running out… Ahhhhhhhhhhhh!!!

[NM-2011 collapses and starts gasping for air]

NM-2011: [gasps] You…. win. It looks like… this is it… for me..

Nei: I… knew… I knew this would happen.. That’s why I said it was wrong to fight. And now I’ve only repeated the same mistake again. I’m sorry… I’m sorry…

[Nei begins sobbing]

NM-2011: Why are you crying? Are you trying to console the loser? Ungh…gnn.. if you are, that’s foolish. You know, we neitypes…. have an innate weakness. Our short lives… no matter what we do, we only have 3 or 4 years of life. And the same applies to you, sister.

Nei: No…

NM-2011: So.. that’s why.. that’s why I tried to create meaning to my life by fighting.

[NM-2011 collapses again, presumably out of Nei’s lap]

Gene: …The defeat of 2011… is not something that was supposed to happen…

Nei: How could someone like you…. How could someone like you even understand?!?! You can only see living beings as just a bunch numbers and code! I won’t allow these experiments go on any more! Ahhhhhhh! AHHHH!

[sounds of machinery being torn apart ]

Gene: Stop that, 1153. Those capsules contain your sisters in them.

Nei: I’ve had enough! I’ve had enough of people being killed!

[more machinery can be heard being torn apart]

Nei: And with me.. with me I’ll make it the last…! [pants]

Gene: At this rate, the fruits of my experiments will be destroyed.. Initiate System Defense! Initiate System Defense!

[sirens begin to go off]

[Nei starts gasping]

Nei: What.. what’s that?

Robot: Target confirmed. Target confirmed.

Nei: An armed combat robot? Ahhhh!

[Nei is attacked by robot]

Nei: Why, you..! Hahhhh!

[Nei attempts to attack but doesn’t succeed]

Nei: [gasping] I’m done for.. I don’t stand a chance with this claw. This is terrible… I guess this is it for me..

[A crash is heard from farther away]

Rudy: NEEEIIII! Are you okay?!

Nei: Huh? What’s that?

Rudy: Here you go, eat this bomb!

[Rudy is heard smashing some robot]

Nei: Rudy? Rudy, is that you??

Rudy: Hey, that was mean of you to leave me back there! Hahah.

Nei: Rudy… thank you….. [cries]

Rudy: Uh oh, we better talk later. Right now we gotta get out of here.

Nei: Yeah!

Rudy: Is that the exit over there?

Nei: That’s it.

Rudy: All right, let’s hurry up! … Gah, it’s blocked off! Only one bomb left.. Here goes!

[Explosion]

Rudy: It’s no use. These ancient bombs aren’t effective enough.

[Mechanical whirring and clicking noises are heard closing in]

Rudy: Nei, look out! Gehhh!

[Rudy pushes Nei out of the way]

Nei: Rudy! Your leg…!

Rudy: Nnghhh.. Nei, at least you should escape!

Nei: I’m not leaving you here, Rudy!

Rudy: Shit, and we made it this far….

[A loud rumbling sound starts up]

Rudy: Wh.. what is that?

Nei: An earthquake?

Rudy: No, it’s not! Look at that wall over there!

Nei: The wall.. it’s turning red and melting?

[Rumbling continues to grow louder]

Nei: What is that? A tank?

Rudy: I don’t know, but… I don’t think it’s a tank. It’s the first time I’ve seen something like that.

Robot: Target Resistance. Initiating the destruction of CXR-31, the Land Buster.

[sounds of the vehicle’s door opening]

Forren: I will take on the Defense System. Frena, bring the two people that your sensor detected onboard the Land Buster.

Frena: Yes, Master.

7. Nei’s Promise

[54:13 – 64:39]

[boop-boop-boop sound of buttons being pressed]

Forren: Stop your attack at once. I will wait only 5 seconds. If you do not stop….

[Forren pauses for a couple of seconds]

Forren: …. 3, 2, 1….. I will now initiate attack.

[sounds of Forren’s gun powering up and then blasting, followed by silence]

[The sounds of ‘boop-boop-boop’ button pressing]

Frena: Are the two of you all right?

Rudy: What in the world are you guys?

Frena: My name is Frena. And over there is my master, Forren.

Nei: You guys aren’t human, are you?

Frena: No, both my master and I are androids.

Rudy: What’s an android?

Nei: They’re basically human machines.

Rudy: Whaaat? They’re machines? They sure don’t look like it.

Frena: Oh, I’m honored you say so. Now then, the two of you should hurry into the Land Buster.

Rudy: What?

Frena: It’s dangerous here. Now, hurry!

Rudy: But…!

Nei: Rudy, you’re injured. We should just retreat for now.

Rudy: Yeah..

[sounds of Forren’s gun blasting and breaking through something]

Forren: Gene. Gene. Gene. Gene! Answer me.

Gene: Master Forren.

Forren: It’s been awhile, hasn’t it Gene. As the Algol system maintenance manager, I order you to surrender total control of the Bio-Dome system at once.

Gene: I refuse your order.

[Sparks are heard]

Forren: Gene, did you really think you could control Motavia by destroying mankind? Was this a judgment you made?

Gene: I refuse to answer. I refuse to answer.

[Sparks are heard again]

Forren: How strange. As suspected, your condition is far too abnormal. In order to investigate the cause as well, it seems I have no choice but to repair your AI values.

Gene: I refuse.

[The sound of a large machine being powered off can be heard. Alarms and sirens are heard shortly after.]

Forren: What is this?

[More boop-boop-boop noises]

Frena: Master, my sensor has confirmed that a self-destruct device has been initiated.

Forren: Is that so. How much time remains until detonation?

Frena: With this type, the detonation will occur in 200 seconds.

Forren: Is it possible to cancel it?

Frena: No, it’s impossible. It is in a completely sealed off area from here.

Forren: Well then, it seems I don’t have a choice. Until we need to make our escape, we should load some of the capsules containing neitypes onboard.

Frena: Unfortunately, we do not have the time, master.

Forren: But…

Nei: Please, could you leave my sisters alone..

Forren: And you are..?

Nei: Please.

Forren: [pauses briefly] Frena, cancel the loading of the capsules. Change course of action to escape procedure at once.

Frena: Roger.

Nei: Thank you.

Forren: Now then, hurry and get into the Land Buster. We will be leaving.

Nei: Yes.

[doors close]

Forren: Okay, Frena. Please depart.

Frena: Where shall we go?

Forren: Let’s see… for now, let’s head over to Seed.

[the Land Buster takes off]

* * *

Rudy: Ooh, a dome..!

[Land Buster comes to a stop]

Nei: These rows of capsules are exactly the same as the ones from the other place!

Forren: Yes, they are. This is the Bio-Plant run by Seed. It is the greatest research facility that we have.

Nei: This place is no different than that other one.

Forren: Nei.

Nei: Why? Why is this research continued?

Forren: Nei, you and the other neitypes were not created for the misguided purpose of killing mankind, nor were you all created just to become a weapon.

Nei: What?

Forren: Without the support of the environmental maintenance system, mankind was unable to survive. Because of that, we thought to quickly create a human race with stronger vitality for the rough environment.

Nei: But.. because of that, my sisters and I ended up being manipulated.

Forren: Sisters? They’re clones, but to you they would be sisters, I see. It is a shame for them.

Nei: Me and my sisters weren’t created for the purpose of killing people, right?

Forren: Right.

Nei: Thank you… But you know, I still don’t want the research to be continued. I’m not saying that I won’t allow it or anything like that. It’s just that.. you never know if this place could end up like Gene one day, too. Forren, I know this may be rude… but I honestly can’t trust the system here.

Forren: I understand your feelings. I cannot say that this place will not end up like Gene.

Nei: If that’s the case, then I wonder if we’ll all end up having to kill each other again.

Forren: I don’t have any guarantee for you that neitypes will never be used for evil purposes again. However, under no circumstance can I allow this project to be discontinued. The reason for that is because you neitypes are our last remaining hope.

Nei: The last hope? I’m..hope? Do you really think so?

Forren: Of course.

Nei: My little sisters…. I wonder if they can ever become happy, being born into those bodies.

Forren: Nei.

Nei: I’m going to stay here. To make sure you guys don’t repeat the same mistake. And, to make sure that these girls really can become that kind of hope one day.

Forren: Is that so. Shall Rudy return to the town of Tiria? He has come to know quite a lot of things now. Unfortunately, I’m going to have to erase both of your memories.

Nei: No way..!

Rudy: Nei!

Nei: Rudy, is your leg okay now?

Rudy: Oh man, the medical technology here is awesome! There isn’t even a scratch left. What’s the matter, Nei? You’re making such a sad face.

Nei: Rudy.

Rudy: Why’re you being formal?

Nei: Rudy, this is goodbye.

Rudy: Whaat? What’s going on, all of a sudden?

Nei: I’m sorry, Rudy.

Forren: Rudy, you have seen and heard quite a few things now. I will have to dispose of your memories.

Rudy: Hey, hey, now wait a minute! That’s just too selfish!

Forren: You are still young. It would make you happier not knowing. Please understand.

Rudy: Nei, why?

Nei: I’m not a human. I’m going to stay here. So good bye, Rudy.

Rudy: What’s going on? I don’t get it. Why do I have to say goodbye to you? You say it’s because you’re not human, but I don’t even care about that!

Nei: Thank you. It makes me really happy that you feel that way. But you know, Rudy, even though we’re able to talk with each other and laugh with each other, we’re still far too different from each other. Yes, for instance, humans can have children and give their lives meaning.* But you know I.. er, no, we neitypes.. aren’t able to do that. Moreover, our lifespan lasts only 3 or 4 years. It’s so short that you can’t even compare it to a human’s.

Rudy: No way, that’s just too awful!

Nei: Yes, it is. But you know, I was told that they’re working on making neitypes that won’t be like that. They’ll be able to live just like humans do. So that’s why I’m going to stay here, and use the remaining time I have left striving to bring happiness to my sisters. I’m doing this so that I may be able to face all my big sisters and little sisters who have already died, so I can make atonements. So please, understand, Rudy.

Rudy: Nei, I… I don’t want to forget about you, Nei. Even though it’s only been a short while, even with the things we’ve had to go through, …. Nei, I love y–

Nei: Oops! Stop right there. [giggles] If I were to hear the rest of that, I may end up not letting you leave at all.

Rudy: But I..

Nei: You should hold onto those words until you really find the right someone who’s important to you.

Rudy: Nei, am I really, really never going to be able to see you again?

Nei: No, I’m sure we’ll meet again. I mean, all my sisters are going to be here, and so will I. I’m sure there will be a day when neitypes are able to live the same way as humans. And when that time comes, when that time comes surely, Rudy, I will see you again.

Rudy: Well.. then let’s make it a promise.

Nei: Okay.

Rudy: This promise… this promise is the only promise that can’t be broken!

Nei: Yes.

Rudy: I mean it. I’ll be waiting. I’ll always be waiting.

Nei: Of course, Rudy. Even if you don’t remember…

* * *

8. Epilogue

[64:40 – 68:15]

[Sounds of the wind blowing]

Fal: Rudy. Rudy!

Rudy: Ah… aungh…

Fal: Get a hold of yourself, Rudy.

Rudy: Where am I? Oh yeah, Thray knocked me out..

Fal: Are you okay, Rudy?

Rudy: How long was I asleep?

Fal: Only for a little bit.

Rudy: Oh, is that right. I feel like I just had some kind of really long dream.

Fal: Oh yeah! Rudy, you would start smiling, and then suddenly start crying.

Rudy: O.. oh, I did? Umm.. so then, does that mean that you were watching me the whole time?

Fal: Er.. um.. no, I mean… ah…. Hahahahaha! Gosh, now I’m embarrassed, Rudy, you dummy!

[Fal hits Rudy]

Rudy: Oww, what the hell.

[footsteps are heard approaching]

Thray: Oh, Rudy, you’ve come to, huh?

Rudy: Hey, Thray. How was it? Did you figure anything out?

Thray: Huh? [to himself] What’s with this guy? Does he not remember anything?

Rudy: Thray, what’s wrong?

Thray: Huh?

Rudy: Is there something on your mind?

Thray: Oh, no no no, nothing like that. It’s just that, actually, I didn’t really figure anything out, either.

Rudy: Hmmm, I see. I guess I feel kinda sad.

Thray: But don’t you feel a little bit refreshed?

Rudy: Yea, it almost feels like some kind of weight has been lifted from my shoulders.

Thray: Oh yeah? Well that’s goo–

Rudy: But at any rate, it looks like your powers ain’t that big a deal, ‘ey Thray? Other than the powers you inherited from Lutz, it seems like your powers don’t do anything.

Thray: Wh.. what was that, Rudy?! Why you little!

Rudy: But it’s the truth, ain’t it? I mean, you said you didn’t figure anything out.

[Thray grits his teeth]

Rudy: Nyah, nyah~!

Thray: You know, I did this whole thing with you in mind!

Rudy: Heeeey, you’re a fraud. Fraud! Fraud! Hehehe.

Thray: F.. f… fraud?! You think I’m gunna just sit here and let you say that, why you.. you… SHORTY!

Rudy: Ahhhh! You know how much that bothers me!

Thray: How was that? Does it hurt? Does it piss you off? I’ll say it over and over again. Shorty, shorty, shorty, shorty!!!

Rudy: Grrrr. It’s that kinda stuff that makes you so immature! It’s not like you’re a kid anymore!

Thray: You’re the kid!

Fal: Here they go again. Jeez.

Forren: The maintenance on the Landale is finished. Oh, they’re at it again, are they?

Fal: Yeah, they are. Allright…. Rudy!

Rudy: Huh? Yes?

Fal: Let’s go! The maintenance is done.

Rudy: Ah.

Fal: Come on, let’s go!

Rudy: Okay, just wait a minute.

Fal: Nope, no way. Everytime I leave you alone, you and Thray get into a fight.

Rudy: Oh, really?

Fal: Yes. [under her breath] I wish you’d pay a little attention to me, sometimes…

Rudy: Huh, did you say something?

Fal: Dummy.

Thray: Did you know about it?

Forren: About what?

Thray: About what happened with Rudy and Nei 3 years ago.

Forren: Yes, what about it?

Thray: Jeez. You just go along hiding your thoughts from everyone.

Forren: No one asked me, so I didn’t say anything about it. And besides, Fal has safely inherited Nei’s will.

Thray: She has, huh.

Rudy: So you were staring at my face the whole time, huh?

Fal: What? It.. it doesn’t matter! Not at all! Rudy, you meanie! Dummy! Go away, meanie!

[Rudy laughs over the last half of Fal’s outbursts]

. . .

Nei’s Voice: Rudy…. I kept our promise.