Fight Club

The Fight Club is a subarea within Boulder Town on Jarilo-VI. It is a boxing ring owned and managed by Scott.
The Boulder Town Super League is a gameplay mode located within the Fight Club, unlocked during the . After completing the mission, Dr. Dig will permanently appear in the Fight Club, with a icon above his head.
The continuance to the Super League is the Boulder Town Martial Exhibition, a gameplay mode unlocked after completing the .
==Location==
==NPCs==
* Luka
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* Dr. Dig
==Readables==
The following readables can be found in the Fight Club:
==Investigations==
===Scott's Box===
;(Investigate the safebox before investigating a phone booth in Backwater Pass)
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;(Investigate the safebox after investigating a phone booth in Backwater Pass)
:There's an old box on the table with a combination lock that appears even older than the box.
:Next to it is a memo with sloppy handwriting that reads, "Mr. Scott's box, containing nothing valuable inside. Do not open." Aha! He couldn't have advertised its value more clearly.
:Should you open it? Frankly, you don't like Scott as it is...
: Try to figure out the combination.
:;(Continues the event)
: Never mind.
::You suppress the urge. That's right, we are humans because we know right from wrong...
::Come on, don't be too sure of it. You could be having a change of heart the next second.
:;(Does not proceed)
;(Figure out the combination)
:Sure, do it! It's all that gym owner's fault, anyway... At least that's your excuse.
:You put your hands on the box. The ancient combo lock has four slots, which corresponds to four numbers. Now it's your turn. So, what's the first number?
: Zero.
::*click* The lock clanged loudly and crisply. You've guessed the first number.
: One.
: Two.
: Three.
: Four.
;(If an incorrect answer is given at any point)
:Wrong. You hear a low buzzing sound as the numbers in all four slots return to their original random state. Shoot, looks like you gotta start all over again.
;(After getting the first number correct)
:Good job... Assuming it wasn't sheer luck. Now, on to the second number.
: Two.
::*click* The lock clanged loudly and crisply. You've solved the second number too. Awesome!
;(After getting the second number correct)
:You're halfway there, but don't get cocky and try to figure out the third number...
: One.
::*click* The lock clanged loudly and crisply. The third slot is done. One more to go for Scott's secret!
;(After getting the third number correct)
:Wow, guess it's not just luck, after all! Now get the fourth number right and open the darn box!
: Three.
::You got it all figured out! The *click* heralds your victory. The greedy gym owner deserved this!
:Take your spoils. You deserve everything inside.
:(Trailblazer): (Is it... Scott's handwriting?)
:;(Quick Read )
:Guilt overcomes you.
:You put the gym owner's notes back into the box, gently close it, and lock the combination lock.
:*click* Just pretending it never happened is perhaps the best conclusion.
:;(Obtain )
===Boxing Poster===
;(Can be found inside and outside the Fight Club)
: Poster
:All sorts of posters, invitations, and notices are plastered upon this wall. One caught your attention. It looks new, but there are an abundance of dirty fingerprints on it.
:It is clear that for many people, this Boxer Recruitment Form had ignited their fighting spirit.
;(Obtain )
===Wooden Crate===
: Investigate
:The Fight Club in the Underworld comes in two ambiances: Noisy, and noisier.
:But in such a boisterous venue, you notice someone conspicuously out of place.
:You know from past observations that there would be one such person in every such occasion, but this one seems different somehow...
:The quaint envelope sits unremarkably on a wooden crate that is being used as a side table, yet it exudes a unique quality of its own...
:Silent, elegant, independent, even a hint of... darkness. You also see "Invitation" written in big, crooked letters.
:You find yourself unable to pry your eyes from it.
: It's mine now!
:That's the right move. No one could resist such a silent, elegant, independent, and slightly "dark" envelope of invitation.
;(Obtain )
===Sandbag===
: Sandbag
;(Lines are randomized)
:You see a sandbag, its job is to take a beating.
:You see a sandbag that works 24/7. It never complains, is full of damage, was never compensated, and still had to be looked down on. You hope that it can stand up on its own.
:What you learned from observing the sandbag: Your pain will likely be another person's experience.
:What you learned from observing the sandbag: If you don't make a sound, no one will know how much pain you're in.
:What you learned from observing the sandbag: It pays to be heavy. When people are attacking you, their hands will hurt.
:What you learned from observing the sandbag: When assaulted with blows, try to move with the force and counterattack using momentum.
:What you learned from observing the sandbag: Commit to your choices, even if you're falling. Stylistic theatrics is just a waste of time that no one appreciates.
===Sandbag (Fragmented Record of Belobog Ancient Martial Arts)===
;(Upon completing all matches in the Boulder Town Martial Exhibition and obtaining )
;(First interaction)
: Sandbag
:The Fight Club has lots of punchbags hanging around, both to create a cool vibe and to help fighters warm up.
:Looking at this punchbag, a lightbulb goes off in your head: could you use this to try out some of the secret techniques shared in the "Fragmented Record of Belobog Ancient Martial Arts"?
:After all, who knows if the "ancient martial arts" recorded on these disjointed and fragmented scraps are reliable or not. It could all be a fabrication of that old joker, Scott.
:Trying it out in combat would be risky. Better to first put it into practice here.
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;(Subsequent interactions, if previously done in the wrong order)
: Sandbag
:Standing before the punchbag again... Probably wanting to try out those moves again from the "Fragmented Record of Belobog Ancient Martial Arts," right?
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;(Select the options)
: (Two uppercuts)
::You throw out two brutal uppercuts as fast as you can.
: (Two hooks)
::You muster your strength and throw two hooks into the punchbag. The force cuts through the air like a knife.
: (Left hook, then right)
::You throw out a left hook, closely followed by a right hook.
: (Right hook, then left)
::You throw out a right hook, closely followed by a left hook.
;(If done in the wrong order)
::Looks like... this "fragmented record" has not served its intended purpose. Feels like a trick from that old clown Scott.
::But then again, perhaps you haven't been following the training manual strictly enough? Perhaps you can try again one more time.
:;(Exit)
;(If done in the correct order)
:: (Two uppercuts)
:: (Two hooks)
:: (Left hook, then right)
:: (Left hook, then right)
::After several moves, you start to vaguely feel as though you weren't merely boxing a punchbag in the Fight Club, but rather were fighting an enemy to the death on a vast battlefield.
:;(Begin battle against )Special Mechanism: After allies use their Skill, they will regenerate their Energy back to full.
:;(After winning the battle)
::What a sumptuous fight that was!
::Looks like this "fragmented record" really is a genuine lost martial arts manual. But these moves seem to be for a different purpose than you expect: not useful in actual combat, but rather used to simulate actual combat training.
::What a fantastic treasure. Looks like we can use these moves to train our combat skills in the future. Scott really has put together something rare here.
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;(Subsequent interactions after the battle)
: Sandbag
:The same old Fight Club once again, with its familiar punchbag... Why don't we warm up using those mysterious and ancient techniques of "martialism"?
: (Start envisioning your training)
:;(Begin battle against )
:;(Exit after winning the battle)
: Nah, I've got better stuff to do.
:;(Exit)
==Dialogue==
The player can eavesdrop on the conversations of the Fight Club's patrons.
;(Approach the crowd in front of the ring)
:Prideful Man: I'm telling you, he's no good this season...
:Enraged Woman: Tsk, whatever!
:Calm Man: I'm pretty fond of that one there...
: Listen
:Prideful Man: Did you see his last match? I'm telling you, he's no good this season...
:Enraged Woman: That's enough. Do you understand how much the last championship is worth?
:Calm Man: I'm actually feeling pretty good about that guy with the robot arm...
:Enraged Woman: That robot-armed guy? He is apparently no match for the champion of last season.
:Prideful Man: Ha, she went bananas!
After completing , additional miners show up amongst the Fight Club's patrons.
;(Talk to the miner near the front)
:Boxing Match Fan: Did you watch the last match? What did you think about Monster Armor knocking the brains out of the ex-champ?
:Angry Audience: Monster Armor's only got a few wins. Look at you all worked up!
: Are you here to see Monster Armor?
:Boxing Match Fan: Heck yeah, I'm a Monster Armor fan! I think his style is very wild and imposing, and he's been on a roll lately. That boy's got a future!
:Angry Audience: Come on, just because he did alright in the last game, that doesn't make him a future rock star.
:Boxing Match Fan: What do you mean? Monster Armor obviously has what it takes. He's far better than those pretentious and useless old farts from before.
:Angry Audience: The next opponent is a five-time champion. Do you know what it means to be a champ?
:Boxing Match Fan: Yeah five-time champ my butt. He'll be kneeling to Monster Armor and begging for mercy.
:Angry Audience: Just you wait till the champ has recovered, you'll know what real brutality looks like.
:Boxing Match Fan: I'm going to get the tickets for the next few games, and wait to see my Monster Armor win the championship!
:Angry Audience: Shush, I'm trying to remember the details of the last championship, but you're disrupting my train of thought!
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;(Talk to the miner near the sandbag)
:New Audience: Did you come to see Monster Armor too? It's so hard to get tickets for his matches.
: You're here for Monster Armor?
:New Audience: Errrr, not specifically, but I heard he's quite something... Errr... I don't know.
:New Audience: People are just here for some fun. Nobody will actually like Monster Armor, right?
:New Audience: By the way... How many matches are there for Monster Armor after this? why is the price getting higher and higher...
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;(Talk to the miner on the right side of the cage)
:Indifferent Audience: I've already bought a season pass so that I don't have to deal with scalpers.
: Are you a fan of Monster Armor?
:Indifferent Audience: Fan? What fan? It's just games, don't drag yourself too deep into it...
:Indifferent Audience: But I have to admit, it's quite interesting to watch this monster punch, and it's no wonder this many people are cheering for him.
:Indifferent Audience: Good thing I bought the season pass early, and I can do directly to the VIP seat on the second floor without having to fight for tickets with these guys...
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;(Approach Luka, surrounded by fans behind the cage)
:Male Luka Fan: Champion! Could I pleeeease get your autograph?
:Luka: Don't crowd around, have some order.
:Luka: Everyone will have their share, don't worry.
:Female Luka Fan: His muscles... I'm going to faint!
:Luka: Don't touch the robot arm!
: Listen
:Dr. Dig: Whew, if it isn't the Fight Club rising star, (Trailblazer)!
:Dr. Dig: I thought you lot already left this planet for more chivalrous adventures in space, but you're still here!
:Dr. Dig: Did you come all the way here to scratch your boxing itch? This might be a bit tough, since it's the off-season now...
: Who's that redhead?
::Dr. Dig: What!? You've been in the club for so long, but you still haven't heard of him?
::Dr. Dig: Let me tell you, he's the 27-time champion of the Fighting King Challenge, "Luka of Moltammerville"!
: You've got quite a crowd here.
::Dr. Dig: Of course. Just look who's back!
::Dr. Dig: That guy - yes, that red-haired boy surrounded by fans - is the 27-time champion of the Fighting King Challenge, "Luka of Moltammerville"!
:Dr. Dig: Luka is the favorite student of Chief Oleg, and one of the most reliable members of Wildfire! He's also known for being approachable despite it all. That's not an easy ask!
: I, too, am a champion. Where's my crowd of adoring fans?
::Dr. Dig: Um... I did say Luka is a 27-time super champion, no?
::Dr. Dig: You get more fans by accumulating achievements! Don't worry, I bet you'll have your own fan club soon!
: Why did he leave?
::Dr. Dig: My guess is as good as yours. I figure he probably went on some Wildfire mission to help the other Underworld towns fight against the Fragmentum.
:Dr. Dig: The club might be crowded now, but these fans won't be sticking around for long... I've seen this all before. If you want to chat with Luka, just wait till the fans leave.
:Male Luka Fan: Luka, have you been working on some new ultimate technique lately?
:Luka: Hahaha, well, that's a secret! You'll have to wait and see.
:Young Luka Fan: Big Brother Luka, will you teach us how to fight in the future?
:Luka: If the chance arises, then definitely! On the condition that you work hard and eat well!
:(Trailblazer): (There're so many people talking... I don't think I can get a word in.)
:(Trailblazer): (I'll come back after the crowd has died down.)
;(After leaving and returning, Luka will be alone)
;(First interaction)
;(Talk to Luka)
:Luka: ...Hmm? Sorry, I was just thinking about something! Are you here for an autograph? Or...
:Luka: Wait, your outfit... There's no mistake, you must be the famous "Trailblazer"!
: What an honor to meet ya, I'm (Trailblazer).
::Luka: No, no, the honor's all mine! Master Oleg and Seele have mentioned your name many times before.
: You're right. I'm the legend of Belobog.
::Luka: Hahaha, you're just as Master Oleg and Seele described. You really are an interesting one!
:Luka: What a pity! I was supporting the folks around Boulder Town, dealing with the monsters emerging from the Fragmentum from dawn to dusk. I completely missed you lot's big saving-the-world adventure...
:Luka: But being able to meet a great hero such as yourself right now more than makes up for it!
:Luka: Oh, I got so excited that I almost forgot to formally introduce myself. My name is Luka, and I'm a core member of "Wildfire" just like Seele. You should be very familiar with Chief Oleg, right? He is the master who taught me how to fight.
;(Continue on to dialogue options below)
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;(Subsequent interactions)
:Luka: Yo, (Trailblazer)! Were you just in the neighborhood?
:Luka: I was just resting for a bit before getting to my next set of exercises, and I'm just in time to chat with you!
: Why didn't you mention your 27 championship victories?
::Luka: Huh? Hahaha, so you've heard about that, too!
::Luka: I didn't think it was anything worth mentioning compared to what you people have done for Belobog!
::Luka: I didn't compete for glory or anything... Now that I listen to myself say that, it does sound rather pretentious, doesn't it? But it's true. Please believe me!
: Do you fight for Scott?
::Luka: Scott?
::Luka: Umm... You must be referring to the Fight Club's owner, Mr. Scott? No, I'm not acquainted with him.
::Luka: To be honest, I don't really like the set of rules he made. Boxing managers and all that... I don't really think it's necessary. It's too pretentious. I just want to let my own abilities do the talking, and I am not interested in anything else.
: What has Wildfire been up to recently?
::Luka: Thanks to you lot, everything's been going much more smoothly for us lately.
::Luka: Of course, the daily sentry and patrol duties can't be dropped, and occasionally I have to help to resolve some small conflicts in the neighborhood... Oh, I shouldn't forget to work with the Silvermane Guards to conduct a few joint exercises soon.
: Let's spar together if we have the chance.
::Luka: Of course! Being able to trade notes with the savior of Belobog would be a rare opportunity!
::Luka: You look like you're rushing off to help others in trouble, right? Hahaha, I can smell the willingness to help from miles away!
::Luka: See you later, (Trailblazer)! I hope I'll have a chance to see you in the Underworld again!
After completing Luka's , Luka will have a new dialogue set.
;(First interaction)
;(Talk to Luka)
:Luka: Hey, (Trailblazer)! Glad to see you here, in the Underworld!
:Luka: How about a friendly spar! What do you say?
: I don't fight for free.
::Luka: Hahahaha, I knew you'd say that! Rumor has it that the great hero of Belobog is a stingy guy! Looks like those rumors about you are true after all!
: I have no interest in bullying someone who's injured.
::Luka: Hahahaha, they're just a few scratches! I'll be alive and kicking again in a few minutes!
:Luka: Such a shame that you're not in the mood for a spar... Fine, let's fight next time! No more excuses, hah!
: We can have a chat
::Luka: Chat? Sure thing! You don't get to chat with a great hero every day!
:: Are you the champion of the 28-time fighting champion?
:::Luka: Huh? Hahaha! I didn't think you'd remember the number so well!
:::Luka: Ah, don't mention it! It's nothing compared to what you've done for Belobog!
:::Luka: To be honest, I didn't join the tournament for fame or recognition... Sounds a bit deliberately modest, huh? But trust me, I mean it!
:: Are you fighting for Scott?
:::Luka: Scott?
:::Luka: Oh... You mean the boss of the club? No, I don't really know him well.
:::Luka: To be frank, I'm not a fan of his rules, especially the ones about agents and all that... I prefer to focus on my own strength and abilities and not worry about all the fancy stuff.
:: What's Wildfire been up to lately?
:::Luka: Thanks to you guys, our work has been a lot easier lately.
:::Luka: Of course, we don't slack off on our daily patrols, and sometimes we help the neighborhood resolve conflicts... Oh, and we need to hold some joint exercises with the Silvermane Guards soon. I mustn't forget about that.
:: Your "trial" was special.
:::Luka: Ah, you mean the match between me and Svarog?
:::Luka: It was special indeed! That match had a lot of meaning to me.
:::Luka: Such a shame that I didn't win the fight... or at least tied. I promised Margie that...
:::Luka: ...Ah, never mind that@ Svarog is indeed an awesome fighter! I guess I'll have to work harder if I want to best him, the strongest fighter!
: Until next time, Luka.
==Hidden Event==
After completing , the player can give Dan Heng's photo to Cold Dragon Young's admirers for .
;(Approach the combat enthusiasts)
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Have you heard the news?
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Cold Dragon Young...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Oh, yeah, I heard.
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: I can't believe he announced his retirement...
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Doesn't seem real...
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: He was so good. Definitely could have become the champion.
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: To bow out when you're at your prime...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Admirable. Truly admirable.
;(Listen to the enthusiasts)
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: What a shame though. I thought for sure that Cold Dragon Young could sweep the Underworld and become the new superstar of the fighting world...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Uh-huh. I feel the same way as you. He might have only gotten into the ring three or four times, but he crushed his opponent every match without breaking a sweat.
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Let me tell you something. Just between us, I think this must be some kind of marketing tactic! Think about it. How is Scott just going to let this money tree get away from him?
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: The way I see it, Cold Dragon Young is going to return for sure, and when he does, the price of his merchandise is going to jump up. That's how those grubby merchants scam people!
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: You've got a point. If only I could get my hands Cold Dragon Young's autograph...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Or, even better... If we could get my hands on a signed photograph of him, we would be rolling in money, 100%.
:(Trailblazer): (These two seem pretty interested in Cold Dragon Young's merch...)
:(Trailblazer): (Let's send a message to Dan Heng.)
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;(Speak with the enthusiasts)
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Cold Dragon Young...
: I'll give you a look at my treasure here.
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: ...Huh? Who are you?
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Do we know you?
: Aren't you fans of Cold Dragon Young?
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Yeah, we were just talking about him.
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: So? Are you also into mixed martial arts? Then you must know about Cold Dragon Young, right?
: I heard you talking.
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Uh... So?
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Oh, I see. You're also involved in mixed martial arts, yeah? So, you've probably heard of Cold Dragon Young, right?
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Some say that fighter was a one-hit wonder, but we don't think so. Someday, Cold Dragon Young will come roaring back and take Boulder Town's mixed martial arts circle by storm...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: ...Ahem. Sorry. Once I start talking shop, I just can't get my chatterbox to stop. What did you want me to look at for you?
: (Show them a picture of Dan Heng.)
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: This is... bro, check it out. This is —
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Uh-huh... No doubt about it. This is definitely a portrait of Cold Dragon Young. The image is pretty clear, too. It looks like it's done by a professional...
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: This... This picture has got to be worth quite a bit, and the price will only go up later! Where did you get your hands on this?
: I've got my connections.
: That's for me to know.
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Hmm... I understand. With connections that can get you something this good, it's only natural you'd want to keep it to yourself.
:Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: What do you say, bro? The way I see it, we should put the money down now. If we wait to buy it after the price has gone up, we'll only have ourselves to blame...
:Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Hmm... That makes sense. , are you willing to sell this picture to us?
: I'll give it to you.
::Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: ...G-Give it to us?
::Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Is that really OK? Who knew Boulder Town still has such saintly souls?
:: Take it. I can make tons of copies.
:: It's yours. No tricks.
::Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: ...Well. I guess we'll take it.
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Thank you, my generous . When the price of Cold Dragon Young's merchandise goes up, we will be sure to remember your kindness.
:;(Obtain )
: 3000 credits.
::Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: Oh, 3000... That's not too expensive.
::Fanatical Combat Enthusiast: What do you say, bro? 
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: Hmmm... We'll each kick in half. This kind of opportunity doesn't come around every day.
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: We'll take it, friend. Here's your money.
::Reasonable Combat Enthusiast: You gave us a fair deal... When the price of Cold Dragon Young's merchandise goes up, we'll remember your kindness, .
:;(Obtain )
==Exhibits==
==Trivia==
*The location itself is a reference to the 1999 , based on Chuck Palahniuk's novel.
**During the mission In the Withering Wintry Night, when March 7th asks about the Fight Club, the Trailblazer can choose the dialogue "I thought the first rule was...," another nod to the film.
*The correct order to trigger the sandbag event via is a reference to the (up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right).
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