Character Quest:Pollux:VN:1

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Title: Sibling bonds, a strange encounter

Location: Ikebukuro ~ Atago?


Mountains

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Hahahaha! Isn’t this a nice view?


A steep rocky mountain towering over Tokyo.
From up there you could see a sea of clouds.


Pointing up with his finger towards the clouds,
Pollux noded his head with satisfaction.


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Being so high up on a mountain feels so good,
don’t you think so, master?!

3 options (same response)
Where is this? Why are we coming to a mountain? So cold, so cold!

A crumbling rock collapsed from bad footing,
falling far down the mountain.


[Player] was climbing the cliff of the rocky mountain.
Pollux was side-to-side to him, staring at him climbing.


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Hahaha, are you scared?


Pollux looked like he was having fun.


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Since I’m immortal, I don’t really
understand the fear of dying.

3 options
Scary scary scary! I’m not scared, though Cling to Pollux
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Hah, that’s what I expected!
Here, hold on to me, master!

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I admire your courage, master!

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Hahahaha, that’s the passion, master!

3 options (same response)
If you keep finding this amusing I’ll punch you! Anyway, what’s the reason that- Are we close the top of the mountain already?!
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どうして、ってそりゃあー
オレが運れて来たからに決まってんだろ?

Office

… The story goes back a little.


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Yo, sir Snow.
To summon me, there must be some trouble.

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Well, this is an especially delicate trouble.
That’s why I summoned you here, Pollux-sama.


After hearing Snow’s words,
Pollux’s eyes shone unintentionally.


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I see, a risky one.
It’s a risky request, isn’t it, sir Snow?!

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Some of this recklessness is indeed worrying…
But I like your courage.

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Well, let’s get to the main subject immediately.

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… In both Minato-ku and Atagoyama,
there are reports of issues regarding “another world”.

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As you are aware of, Minato-ku is one of the 23 Tokyo wards,
and the gate has appeared in the highest point of the place.

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Many mountains and towers have appeared,
records suggest that they are overlapping from other worlds, but…

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This time, there appears to be a new one, perhaps
a mountain related to your homeworld, Pollux-sama.

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… “The mountain where the gods reside”.
In other words, Olympus…

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ええ、 貢方と同郷の「転光生」が
そこに居て、 何かをしているという事。

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「異界化」 の条件には、 場所と門(ゲ一卜)。
そしてー核となる 「転光生」 が必要になります故に。

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Therefore, we as Ikebukuro need to know what is happening there…
At least, “who is there” is of special interest.

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That is where you come in, Pollux-sama.
Since Olympus is also your place of origin, then…

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There’s a high probability that
it’s someone that I know.

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You are right.
First of all, I want you to bring back all the information that you can.

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Furthermore, if there is any intervention from another guild,
I expect the minimal delay or disturbance.

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Will you accept this job,
Pollux-sama?

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...


Pollux’s facial expression had a mix of feelings.
However, it was only for a moment…


Unless you are very perceptive,
these details would have been overlooked.


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… Unfortunately.

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Your brother that fell into hell,
should not be in that mountain.

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Even so, will you partake on this job?

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...

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Claude looked after me for a long time, so
I cannot turn down any request.

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I’m off, sir Snow.
I will go with my new master.

Mountains

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ーってな訳だ。
食い扶持の分は、 きちんと働かねえとな。

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However, it’s nostalgic.


Narrowing his eyes, Pollux took a look at his surroundings.
There was no doubt, this was his old home.


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This is where I lived before being summoned into Tokyo,
mount Olympus.

2 options (same response)
ヘンな仕事に巻き込むなー! Thanks for inviting me
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Hahaha, I’m looking forward to show
my new master around.

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Some adventure is always nice, it brings out your true nature.
Anyways…

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Ahhh, being so high up feels so great!

3 options (same response)
But somehow, Pollux… During your time in the underground fighting arena…- Doesn’t it look great too?
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Oh, that’s right. The fundamentals
of my source of power come from the “holy” attribute.

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Because my hometown is Mount Olympus.
A world very close to the sky.

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The underground fighting arena is more close to the “dark” attribute,
so the mountains are more compatible with me.

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And since this guy is “holy” attribute,
I can’t stay in the Ikebukuro guild for too long.

3 options (same response)
Bad affinity, isn’t that bad for you? Then Pollux, why are you… Are you part of the Ikebukuro guild?
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Oh, of course.
But I’m searching for my brother, who’s still alive.

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My older brother was an expert wrestler, strong and courageous,
there were no opponents that could defeat us both.

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However… In our last battle,
my older brother died and fell into hell.

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And as for me, when I went
back to Olympus we got separated.

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But since I shared part of my immortality with my brother,
he should be revived somewhere.

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After that, I searched
every corner of my hometown but…

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I couldn’t find my brother anywhere.

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And while I was searching,
I got summoned into Tokyo.

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Well, I’d say it was rather convenient.

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In the basement of Ikebukuro there’s
a gate that connects to hell, so I thought I could look for leads there.

2 options (same response)
You really love your brother He must be proud of being your brother
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Yeah, of course.
I’m the one proud of my brother!

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I would definitely love if
you could meet him, master.

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When I was with my brother, I really enjoyed going on adventures or to battle with him.
If I can meet him again, I will…

3 options (same response)
But it’s so cold...! It’s very scary to be so high up! It feels like I’m going to fall
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O~tto, it’s fine it’s fine.
Hey, master, come over here.

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Wrap your arm tightly around my neck and... there we go!

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I’m wearing this iron bracelet on my hand,
sorry if it’s too cold when touching your waist.

2 options (same response)
Are you going to carry me like a princess?! It’s not cold at all!
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Hey, how does it feel
the cold touch of the wind?

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With my fist, I can punch any
dangerous calamity coming our way.

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Even if it’s burning hot or freezing, it doesn’t matter.
Also, I can deflect any kind of projectile!

2 options (same response)
A projectile? Huh, what’s that?

And at that moment…


[Player] saw a countless
number of shuriken and kunai flying towards them.


However, their trajectory got bent by an invisible force,
not being able to leave a scratch on [Player].


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Hahaha, this place is getting dangerous, master.
Like getting close to a bee’s nest.

3 options (same response)
This place could be deadly?! Who threw those dangerous things… Hey, what was that?!

*Ninjas appear*

1 option
Ninjas?!
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Oh, they came out they came out.
It’s just as sir Snow said.

Office

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But, sir Snow.
I’m not particularly stingy for anything.

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But where is this troublesome thing?
Because this sounds like a typical survey mission.

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… Pollux-sama.
Do you know anything about mount Atago?

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Yeah, of course. From Ikebukuro,
it’s across the city centre, right?

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Yes, that is correct.
And what is on the opposite side?

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The opposite… of the city center?
That would be Shinjuku and Chiyoda.

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… Ah, so that’s it.

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You are correct.
It is right around the corner.

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Operating solely on gold, they are modern day ninjas.
It is the base of the “Akasaka agents”.

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Yes.
They are one of the limbs of the “Roppongi Tycoons”

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Huh...

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Nice, right in the middle of enemy’s territory.
That couldn’t be any better.


Laughing it off, Pollux
smiled like a beast.


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Barging right into dangerous territory…
That’s my favorite dish!

Mountains

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The enemies, and they’ve got company.
This is the kind of risk I was hoping for!

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Now, let’s punch this small fry and run to the summit.
Let’s go, master!


Following Pollux’s roar, they attacked and struck down the ninjas,
aiming for the top of the mountain.


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...


From the shadows, a mysterious
ninja Summon was looking at the scene.


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… He called him “master”.


The Summon had a phone close to his ear,
hearing instructions with disinterest.


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So I need to delay the intruders.
Don’t worry, I won’t chase them too far.

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Oh, let me get to the top of the mountain.
Please, allow me to take care of this.

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I only need to record the intruders’ movements.
The other party will take care of the rest.


When he turned off the phone, the Summon
looked up to the summit of the mountain with a mocking face.


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Such a cheap job that I have to do.
Miserable Roppongi…

Mountains (Summit)

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Well, we’re here we’re here!


After repelling the ninja attack, they got to the top of the mountain.


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…?
That is…


In front of Pollux’s eyes.
There… was a dragon man.


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Look at that guy hidden over there, master.
Isn’t that…?

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Oh dear…
I hired you in exchange of money.

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I asked the simple task of not allowing invasions to the summit…
And you and your spies were not able to do so.

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We didn’t ignore your orders, boss.
The subordinates have carried out their job proportional to the money they were promised.


And next to the dragon man,
there was a ninja.


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I can’t make a living out of with this budget.
I expect a much greater payment for a dangerous job.

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You bastard, a low birth like you talking down on Ophion,
if you don’t think this is sufficient money, shame on you!

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...

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That’s enough. I won’t allow you to open your mouth again!
You bastard don’t serve me a purpose anymore.

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Disappear sneaky rat, shameless!
You lowly monkey, know your place…!

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人の目に隠れ、 ものをかすめ取るような運中を
ひとたびでも信じようとした己を嗤(わら)うしかあるまいな。

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あのロ先だけ回る怪しげな童の話に乗ろうとも、
このオピオーンはたぶらかせぬわ。

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六本木(われら)と赤坂どもの共闘から、
このオピオーンは手を引く事としよう。

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この地に、 六本木と赤坂の戦略拠点を築こう話も、
以降、 我は関せぬものと知れ。

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Naturally.
That’s common knowledge.


Shortly after the rant, the ninja Summon
disappeared in a cloud of mist.


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Well, you came at last, earthly weaklings.
Trampling with your feet on my Olympus.

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The original creator of Olympus, you are in an audience with the governor of
this place, Ophion, and what will be the most joyous moments before your death.

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Governor Ophion?
The creator of Olympus?

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That’s a lie, I’ve lived in Olympus
and I don’t know who you are.

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You only sound like a megalomaniac.
Who are you?

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How… I will make sure you understand what true fear is!
I won’t allow these remarks, you damn fool!

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If you have lived in my Olympus,
how can you not know the name of Ophion?!

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I’ve decided.
I’ve decided on how to punish you bastard.

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The descendant of Olympus who has forgotten to reverence its creator,
I have the appropriate punishment fit for a fool’s last moments!


The egg hanging from the dragon man’s neck started shining.


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Give in to despair.
“The person you believe to be the strongest” and…

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“The person you want to meet the most”
will be the ones to end your life!

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Come now, give birth from the egg of the Olympus creator.
Answer my calling!

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That which concieves the entirety of the world.
That which gives birth to all life.

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The egg that hatched out this world,
and the egg where the world will return to, Ophiogenes!

*Pollux shadows appear*

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What in the... ?!

3 options (same response)
Several Pollux came out?! That next to you… Maybe they are Pollux’s…
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B-brother... ?!

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Well, is this what you scum is most afraid of?
Your astonished face says it all, earthly weakling!

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With my own sacred treasure born in my Olympus,
I, Ophion, am able to ressurrect every individual from it.

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And the children that are born from it are completely
loyal and owe their life to me, like servants.

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That’s right, those Akasaka ninjas from before,
you can kill as many as you want!

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They are completely obedient to Ophion
and I can create as many as I want…

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Now, my children, torment and kill that sinner’s
body and soul.

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Wahahahaha!


And with those words, the dragon man
vanished amidst the mist…


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Hey, Pollux.
Long time no see…

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Since I died,
how much time has passed?

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... B-br...!

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The adventures we went together, they were fun.
Even when we were playing on the verge of life and death…

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Until that foolish last moment,
I… I was convinced I was right.

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When we got separated, we both recieved the same wound,
and while I died… You got to keep living.

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I was just a regular humang being…
Only you were blessed with immortality!

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… Considering it, this was bound to happen.

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You are immortal, so you don’t feel
the shiver of death in perilous situations.

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Yes, you enjoyed seeing your foolish older brother
trembling with fear, putting his life on the line.

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The thrill that I might die, it must have been
very enjoyable for someone with an immortal body, wasn’t it?

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T-that’s wrong, brother, I…

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Hey, this is getting ridiculous, brother.
You know I’m that kind of guy.

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Isn’t that right, “me”?


Pollux’s voice was interrupted.
Another Pollux began to speak.


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But don’t be worried, brother.
I’ve found a replacement for you.

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He’s the same frail human being as you, brother.
It will be funny when he finally dies.

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Going to adventures with [Player] reminds me of that thrill.
So you’ve already served your purpose, brother…

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T-that’s wrong, why…

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Hahaha, well said, Pollux.
He will give you the same thrill as I did.

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Seeing his limbs, spine and neck being broken
over and over and over again…!

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I wonder how much longer can you bear with only half your immortal body,
let’s try it out, ahahahaha…


That said, the innumerable siblings shadows
stood upright and continued assaulting Pollux.

3 options (same response)
Run away, Pollux! Grab his hand and escape Force him to run away

Cave

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...

3 options (same response)
*pant* *pant* *pant* Are we going to be safe in this cave...? でも、 このまま隠れている訳にも……。


[Player] and Pollux took refuge inside a cave in the mountain.
After catching his breath, ask about the outside situation.


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… It’s… fine.


While his shoulders were shivering, Pollux
was able to squeeze out some words.


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That’s right. What my brother said…
Maybe those were my true feelings.

3 options (same response)
Well, that was your brother… You said you enjoyed the danger of death? What are you talking about, Pollux
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However, it was fun.
I enjoyed going on adventures with my brother.

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But was it really fun for him too?
I… couldn’t die.

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My brother was continuously battling against his fear of death.
But I never did notice…

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… It’s exactly as that guy said.
When I saw my brother… I got scared.

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While searching for my brother, one day I will finally
meet him but my heart is afraid.

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Surely… I still have a guilty conscience.
For enjoying seeing my brother in danger…

3 options (same response)
No, that’s wrong Hold Pollux’s hand Give Pollux a hug
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[Player]...?

3 options (same response)
I enjoyed the adventure with my brother If you think like that… You don’t need to share your immortality
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… Ugh.
I…


From Pollux’s usual confident face,
tears began to fall.


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I didn’t realize it, I really didn’t realize it…!
Because I’m an idiot…

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If I noticed it before he died, I…!
Sooner, u… ugh…!

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I swore to my brother that we would stay together forever!

But now I can’t fulfill that promise, I’m sorry…
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I wanted to apologize to my brother…
But I was scared, so scared…!

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He was really angry,
and I was scared of being hated…

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I’m sorry for surviving…!
Waaaaahhhh…!!

*Screen fades to black*

...

......

.........

*Screen goes back to the cave*

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I’m sorry for surviving…!
Waaaaahhhh…!!

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Hey, master.
I have a favor to ask.

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Would you, uhm…

3 options (same response)
Yeah, I can’t forgive those fakes Two people can win without fail Let’s bring them down!
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… Hahaha.
You’re not scared of anything, master!

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I can see you are serious.

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… My brother was strong.
Always better than me.

3 options (same response)
Even so, you were a team I’m also really strong Along with you we won’t lose to anybody
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Yes, that’s right.
I like it, I like it, master!

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That recklessness, I like it a lot.

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Good, then it’s decided.

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Ah… it’s a relief to have such a reliable brother.
We’re beginning to look like siblings…

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I won’t lose to anyone!


-BATTLE-


Ikebukuro guild

And…


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... Oh, sorry to keep you waiting, master!


Pollux was reporting the details of the mission to Snow,
while his summoner was waiting for him outside.


Yes, they were both able to escape from the mountain,
and went back to the Ikebukuro guild.


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Sir Snow was surprised.
Because of how we were able to escape safely.

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Actually, I also think so.
If I went all by myself, I wouldn’t have made it back.

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Since you were with me I made it back
And so, well, [Player], I…

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I’m happy that I made a contract with you.
I think this is the first time I feel this way.

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My brother and I were born from the same mother
so it was coincidence that I met you.

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This time, I have to say… Thank you.
Hey, master, I…

3 options (same response)
… Ah We look like real brothers Let’s search for him together!
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… Ah, so this is how it’s going to be.
This is going to be a long adventure.

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When we find my brother,
first of all I want to introduce you to him, master.

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Absolutely, my brother will definitely like you.
You can bet on it.

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Yeah, I can guarantee it. Because him and I
had very similar tastes.

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So we always shared each other’s…
Hm?

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Wait a moment!
There can only be one…?

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H-hey, what are you saying?!
Do I have to compete between my brother and [Player]…?!

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Hey, what are you laughing at, [Player]!
I’m being very serious, hey!


He held his head, with a troubled expression.
Pollux was seriously considering the question.


Looking at him, [Player]
couldn’t help but laugh at him.


Pollux’s character quest episode 1.


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