Character Quest:Makara:VN:1

[Translated by Kukuru]

Location: Shinjuku ~ Kasai Rinkai Park

Character Quest: Makara - Seaside Lifesaver

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What sort of places do I like…? Well, my answer to that would be a place with water. A place where I don't mind seeing.

It’s a lot of fun to hang out near the seaside. When you go for a swim with someone, it’s the best thing ever.

Floating lightly on the water, clinging tightly…… The sight of everyone having fun on the seaside is a valuable thing.

You want to know how much fun it is to play in the water? Well – Are you aware of how frightening the sea is?

Accidents in the water happens because of being a little reckless. The current right now is calm, so it’s safe for you to set foot in it.

I try not to nag them with things such as this or they’ll end up ignoring me.

I just love places with water – I want everyone to have fun playing in the water.

I myself did not know how frightening the water is. So that’s why…… I decided to be a life saver.

An ocean adventure took place on that stormy night. I'm going to meet up with a friend that I met in that adventure.

Benten and [Player] were exchanging information in a shop in front of Shinjuku Station.

2 options (Same Response)
A "transient" that has done a feat?	Contributing to lifesaving?

I just happened to notice you while I was watching the SNS! So, you saw Makara-san in the photo in the report?

In the report, there was a drowning incident at the beach of Kasai Rinkai Park. Thanks to the amazing efforts of the lifesaver, nobody was seriously hurt.

Makara-san seems to be at Kasai Rinkai Park. Now we can finally invite the band back together again.

2 options
Invite the band together?	Let's go see Makara-san.
Huh? Don't tell me you forgot? On that day, we swore at the embankment. I wanted to invite everyone that I met on the ocean adventure, practice our instruments and perform live on stage!

It's already been decided! No use just standing here! Let's go, let's go!

Kasai Rinkai Park in Edogawa Ward is a metropolitan park facing Tokyo Bay. The blue sky, the lush trees, and the blue sea.

With interaction with the "blue" nature as the theme, the park opened and became crowded with ordinary people and "transients."

When the pair were walking from the park to the coast, they were able to find Makara-san busy at work on the beach.

Whoa, what's this? I didn't think it would be this crowded. This was where the news story about Makara-san was featured at.

Look over here, Makara-san!

Hey, Makara-san! Do you mind taking a picture together?

The blue sky, the blue sea, and that of Makara-san's body. It's almost like he's the mascot of the park...... Hmm.

Why didn't you call for me sooner?! Oh shut up, [Player]!

Well...... Inside, I have the desire to become popular. I can't get rid of this feeling of a rivalry.

Argh, I'm getting uneasy! This is a declaration of war from Makara-san!

Huh, you don't know where I'm getting at? There's no point in that, [Player]?

If we invite Makara-san, who became an influential super-star, to the band, I don't have to be a big of an influence as he is.

That's why I'm insistent on inviting him to the band! How about it, [Player]?

2 options (Same Response)
There's something else.	I think I'll lend Makara-san a hand.

Is that so? Okay, I'll be going then. I'll call for you again whenever I can.

2 options (Same Response)
(Walk towards Makara)	(Go and see Makara-san)

So, that's the lifesaver that those two youngsters talked about? That huge fellow doesn't seem to be that big of a deal.

Haah~. What a bore. That chap is probably doing it for the ladies.

Bah, we just came here from across the sea! So, you wanna race over to the buoys?

Hey now, don't go too far out, or you'll get swept out to sea.

...... They left already. I hope they heard what I just said.

2 options (Same Response)
(Talk to Makara)	(Wave your hand at Makara)

Ah, if it isn't [Player]! Have you come here for a swim in the ocean too?

2 options (Same Response)
We exchanged something in the ocean adventure.	I came here to fulfill my promise.

You said we'd meet again in the future. I didn't think it'd be this soon.

You remembered the promise that we pinky swore on. ...... I'm really happy to see you again, [Player].

Makara, with a big smile on his face, hugged the sailor after meeting them in a very long time.

Was it too painful? Sorry 'bout that. We haven't seen each other in such a long time, so I couldn't hold back my feelings.

I seemed very busy, so you thought you'd lend me a hand. That's a thoughtful offer, but......

This kind of work involves saving people's lives. It's not something you can take lightly.

Hmm~? I think I get what you're saying. Do you mind helping out with surveillance?

Thanks, [Player]. To be honest, we're short on hands here.

[Player] was guided to the watchtower on the beach. They took a seat on the bench and took one look around the coast.

2 options (Same Response)
There is someone waving their hands in this direction.	Did those people get swept off the coast?

...... *Gurgle*...... H-H-Help us!! W-We're gonna drooown!! *Gurgle Gurgle*

You got a good eye, [Player]. Well, they're giving out signs for help.

Just another day's work. I'll go help them right away. [Player], can you continue keeping watch?

While [Player] continued to keep watch, the rescuer went to help out those who were swept out to sea.

Makara jumped into the ocean from the beach in a graceful manner. Without a doubt, he shows little care for the currents.

With strong and swift swimming from the rescuer, the pair were saved.

2 options (Same Response)
Makara was awesome!	As expected of a lifesaver.

Please don't compliment me so much like that. You're embarrassing me. Anyways, the rescue was a success.

You should be aware of how grave the situation can be. I...... I might have let someone drown again.

2 options (Same Response)
I...	Again?

Oh...... Don't worry 'bout that, [Player]. On the other hand -

Makara faced towards the pair whom he rescued and hits them. Their faces completely changed and opened their mouths.

Hey, I told ya not to go out too far. The current was strong, you won't be able to come back to shore.

You need to abide to the rules when you play out in the ocean! I may not be able to save you next time.

Our bad, Makara-san. We...... We were wrong!

You ought to understand. Please be more careful next time.

That's not it. We were wrong, we're forever in your debt!

It's not about what's on the outside. I now have a better view of Makara-san in my heart. Makara-san, why not eat some snow cones with us in our beach hut?

There's no need to rush. Makara-san, come on over with us!

I appreciate the offer, but I still have work to do.

Just a few minutes, just for a few minutes of your time. Think of it as thanks for saving us!

Having a hard time handling the "Transient's" generous offer, Makara looked over in that direction asking for help.

2 options (Same Response)
I'm not handing over Makara-san.	Don't lay a finger on Makara-san.

You were with Makara-san a little while ago. Are ya supposed to be his coworker......?

We don't need to hear your opinion, yeah? We want to hear what Makara-san has to say!

The trio's gazes sparkled while they approached Makara-san. There was a clear sign that the explosive situation was too much for Makara to take in.

[P-Player] here is from another world. They didn't forget the promise that they made with me.

T-They're my beloved summoner!

HUUH!?

The "transients" were shocked to hear that from Makara, and dropped to their knees as if they lost their strength.

This... can't be. There is no reason for us to intrude in this.

They're...... Makara-san's "lover"! What a hunk! We're so happy for youuuuu!!

Thanks, [Player]. You really helped me out. I'm not particularly good with these kind of disputes like in the past.

To maintain the safety of the sea, I had to go through a lot of trouble. It seems like these complicated issues are part of my character.

[Player], perhaps you may be cut out to be a lifesaver in this Tokyo.

2 options (Same Response)
I doubt it.	Makara-san, are you upset?

I-I'm not upset or anything. I just thought a brave friend like you...... could take after me.

Ahem. N-No, don't worry 'bout it. It's...... I was just being a little sentimental.

...... I'm still taken aback to what you've done earlier.

You and the sea...... I'm not against it.

I may be getting a little carried away. The sea for me is a fun and pleasant place.

There's something I need to point out...... You just witnessed the terrifying aspect of the sea.

While the two were chatting, a shriek arose from the sea. Looking over in the direction in confusion -

A bunch of slime were closing in on the shore.

Jellyfish:( face) Purupurupurupuruuuuuuu!!

Uwah?! What are these slimes?! They caught me in their tentacles... Eugh, my foot is all slimy......

...... Ahh, I'd hate to ask you to help with the disturbance on the beach, but...

Hey, what do think you're doing? If you want to play together, you should ask them nicely.

2 options (Same Response)
We need to escort them out.	They want to play?!

Aah, I get it. They're the same as me when I came to Tokyo, those slime don't know how scary the sea is.

Hmm, well we can breathe underwater after all. It's natural for us to do so.

That's why I need to know. I wonder how I'm connected with these different "species."

...... [Player]. I have a favor to ask. Will you help me out?

You need to seperate those tentacles, or everyone'll drown. I'm gonna need your "sword."

Don't worry. Those slimes' tentacles are like hair or a nail, even if you sever them they'll regenerate...... It's truly astonishing.

2 options (Same Response)
Leave it to me.	Gotcha. I'll give it a go.

I'm counting on ya, [Player]. I'll tell them as well.

The sea sometimes takes people's lives away. It's a dangerous place!

[Battle]

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Jellyfish:( face) Purupurupuruuuuu!!

During the App battle, the slime that survived to the end caught [Player]'s leg.

2 options (Same Response)
How?!	Damn!

[Player]!

Trying to grab [Player]'s hand, Makara stretched his hand out into the air.

While getting dragged by the slime's tentacles, [Player] submerged under the sea.

Normally, when the application ends, those who died in the App Battle will have their physical effects restored to what it was before the battle started.

Even if they know about it, the feeling of getting submerged and drowning is real.

[Player]'s thoughts were stained with fear.

Even if they desperately struggled, they were dragged deeper into the ocean. The fear of anguish and losing air was painted all over their face.

What [Player] saw while their consciousness slowly became opaque was -

It was Makara frantically swimming to save them.

I will never let them drown again! "Role" is "Rescuer"! "Rule" is "Reach"!

I, Makara, will "inscribe" my name here! Reach for the place of the one drowning -

Valna Vahanaaaaaaaa!!

Makara's Sacred Artifact of festoons fired past the slimes and grasped [Player] sinking into the sea.

The power of Makara's Sacred Artifact surpassed to that of the slimes holding onto [Player].

[Player]!! Don't dieeeeeeeee!!

The slimes let go of the leg that they grabbed; [Player] was rescued by Makara.

2 options (Same Response)
Mmm......	W-Where...?

[Player]. You woke up, that's great!

This is the beach at Kasai Rinkai Park. I was worried that you won't regain consciousness.

2 options (Same Response)
What about those slimes?	What about the App Battle?

When they saw you drowning, those slime seemed to realize how terrifying the sea is.

Even though the visitors caused trouble, they apologized and went home.

[Player]. I put you through so much trouble.

If anything, I want to apologize to you.

2 options (Same Response)
I want to ride on Makara's back.	I want to swim with you, Makara.

Is it really okay for you to say something like that? It seems like you're rewarding me for apologizing.

I see. If [Player] says it's okay, then I understand.

...... I believe it's almost time for the park to close.

Okay! Since I'm done with work, do you wanna hang out now?

2 options (Same Response)
Are you a ladies' man?	Are you flirting with me?

Eh?! D-Does it look like that? I didn't mean to do that...... I wasn't aware of how strange that was.

Grabbing Makara's stretched out hand, [Player] headed out to sea.

[Player] riding on Makara's back, they swam off a little off the coast from Kasai Rinkai Park.

Despite one person carrying another, Makara's fast swimming speed makes it appear he's surpassing a wide variety of ships.

2 options (Same Response)
The sea breeze feels great!	It's like riding on a boat.

You're having fun, [Player]. I feel happy listening to your voice, [Player].

...... [Player]. After the App Battle, do you think you're afraid of the water?

It's an embarrassing story, but I'm afraid of the water. Of course, I like to be in it. Is that strange to you?

Until I came to Tokyo, I didn't think the sea was a scary place.

In the sea of my hometown, the King of Nagas rode on my back; he could fall into the sea and never die.

So, I simply thought the sea was a fun place. I would tell everyone that it's a fun place...... So I thought.

Before I knew it, I was summoned to this Tokyo. At that time, I thought that my wish would come true.......

...... But, [Player], I realized it afterwards.

The sea is a place where someone could potentially lose their lives in.

Did I mention it before? The first friend I made in Tokyo drowned.

Stormy weather happened at the sea. I had no idea it would be dangerous when we went swimming.

That friend went out to sea...... No matter how much time passed, they didn't come back. So, I got worried.

That fellow...... never came back. Only then did I realize it.

People drown in the sea and lose their lives. At that time, I was scared of the sea for the first time of my life.

2 options
Makara-san, are you crying?	Makara, it's okay to cry.
What are ya saying? I'm not crying at all. I just have some saltwater in my eyes.	Ya don't have to be so nice...... I won't be able to handle it if ya spoil me with your kindness.

I can't change the mistake that I made in the past. I thought I could learn something from the past.

I can't make the same mistake twice. But, there's still much I need to do.

Hey...... [Player]? I don't mind if you're not interested in this.

Do ya want to learn about being a lifesaver with me? I feel like I'm missing something.

You are a gutsy fella. I'll feel at ease if someone I know is with me.

2 options
Sure.	I'm not sure......
......! That was a fast response. Thanks, [Player]. It's my duty to protect the lives of the people as a lifesaver. In a way, I will be your reliable partner...... Haha. I feel embarrassed protecting ya......! I will work hard so you can depend on me! Let's do our best, [Player]!	Don't say things like that, [Player]. It would be reassuring if you're with me. Hmm~? You'll still help? Really? You really help me?! Hey, [Player]. ...... When we get back to shore, let's make another pinky-swear. I know you're the type to not break promises.

[Player] gets on Makara's back. For some time after swimming in the sea, they returned to the beach.

[Player] riding on his back couldn't see his expression, but -

Makara in a good mood, whipped the surface of the sea with his large tail, making big splashes.

Looking back, there was a beautiful rainbow left behind as the two passed.

As the rainbow blessed the meeting of the pair, it continued to shine in seven colors.

2 options (Same Response)
I'm not afraid.	It's...... very beautiful, Makara.

Character Quest: Makara Episode 1 - END