Let's Go! Aetherium Wars!

Let's Go! Aetherium Wars! is the first Adventure Mission in the Aetherium Wars event.
==Acquisition==
Read the message from Wilder after completing Future Market (II)
==Steps==
# Discuss with March 7th
# Go to Rivet Town and meet with Wilder
# Follow Wilder
# Head to the Aetherium Wars Player Terminal
==Dialogue==
===Discuss with March 7th===
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;(Talk to March 7th)
:March 7th: Huh... Who's Wilder? ...And what's "Aetherium Wars"?
: It's an ad for a game. Looks pretty cool.
::March 7th: A game ad...?
: It's nothing, just another advertisement.
::March 7th: Really? Let me see...
:March 7th: Hmm... using the IPC's cutting-edge Aether copying technology, we can record any creature you've seen inside of an Aether Coin...
:March 7th: Just print it out and compete against other players — let your Aether Spirits fight for your glory...
:March 7th: Ooh... Seems pretty neat, don't you think?
: I gotta say, sounds pretty cool.
::March 7th: Right? I knew you were a gamer! Wanna check it out on the way?
: Seriously?
::March 7th: I mean... Yeah? Wanna check it out on the way?
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: Let's do it!
::March 7th: Awesome! I've heard that Stellaron Hunter girl uses this kind of tech — maybe we can see it in action.
: Well, since I'm already here...
::March 7th: ...Why do you look so unimpressed?
::March 7th: Seriously, think about it, it's Aether copying! I've only ever heard of that Stellaron Hunter girl using this kind of tech.
::March 7th: Come on, let's go. Just think of it as... keeping me company for a while!
:March 7th: It's at the Rivet Town Plaza, right? Let's hit the road, there's no time like the present!
===Go to Rivet Town and meet with Wilder===
:March 7th: That uniform... Was it him that texted you?
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;(Talk to Wilder)
:Wilder: (Trailblazer)! I knew you'd come!
:Wilder: Come on, let's chat about Aetherium Wars! I've been playing it for 18 years, so ask me anything — I'll tell you everything I know!
: What kind of game is this, exactly?
::March 7th: Yeah! Can you give us an overview?
::Wilder: Why, it'd be my pleasure! I could talk to you about Aetherium Wars all day!
::Wilder: Aetherium Wars — the name says it all. It's a collectible card game that uses Aether copying tech, and Aether Coins are what you use to play.
::Wilder: Using an Aether Coin, players can store creatures they've encountered in the form of an Aether — and then manifest them as Aether Spirits to battle against other players.
::Wilder: "Collect, Battle, Train, and Upgrade" — that's Aetherium Wars motto!
: What's "Aether copying?"
::March 7th: I never expected the Corporation to know anything about Aether copying tech! I thought that was something only Punklordian hackers could handle.
::Wilder: Haha, you're right. The technology itself originated from Punklorde, but with the relentless efforts of the IPC and the Intelligentsia Guild, we've also gained a basic understanding of how to edit Aether.
::Wilder: We might not be able to manipulate the data of reality as easily as those hackers can, but we're not far behind!
::March 7th: I think it'd be better if the IPC avoided it... it sounds pretty dangerous.
: What's the Interastral Tournament Festival?
::March 7th: Mm, you mentioned something about the "Interastral Tournament Festival" — what is that?
::Wilder: Great question! The festival is actually a tournament organized by the Aetherium Wars Gaming Association at the end of each season, and is open to players from across the universe.
::Wilder: Gamers will come together to relax, share tips and tricks, and have a blast playing the game!
::Wilder: However, due to Stellarons blocking interstellar routes, the festival was changed to online attendance at the last minute...
::Wilder: Nevertheless, for those who insist on attending in person, our offline venue is still open to them.
::March 7th: Sounds like the association really cares about their players.
: How did you get my number?
::Wilder: Uh... Haha, well, that's...
::March 7th: Ugh, do we have to start an interrogation right now? I know the IPC aren't exactly our friends, but that's not just his fault.
: We want to try the game out.
:March 7th: That's right! Any idea where we can give it a spin?
:Wilder: ...
:Wilder: I can't believe it...
:Wilder: I finally managed to successfully promote the game!
:March 7th: Uh... is it that difficult? Wait, does this game suck?
:Wilder: No, no, of course not. It's just... as someone who's been playing this game for so long... I guess it's hard for those who haven't played it to understand.
:Wilder: I swear on my reputation that this game is truly the best form of entertainment out there! I'll take the wrap if you don't like it!
:Wilder: There's no time to waste! Since you're both interested, let me take you to the Festival Service Hall to register your accounts. This way!
===Follow Wilder===
:March 7th: The atmosphere here is so different now... It's so lively!
:Wilder: Haha, so you guys have been here before? The Corporation recently saw the potential in Jarilo-VI and decided to renovate this old weapon testing ground.
:Wilder: Haha, don't worry, you won't find any "weapon testing" going on here. Now it's the venue for the Interastral Tournament Festival!
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;(Approach marker)
:Wilder: Take a look, this is where the Interastral Tournament Festival will be held this year.
:Wilder: The Aetherium Wars Gaming Association specifically chose this planet to help rejuvenate it and bring it up to date with the latest trends...
:???: Good, good... Everything is going according to plan.
:Wilder: Is that...?
:Wilder: Mr. Giovanni, is that you?
:Giovanni: Hmm?
:Giovanni: Ha, Wilder! I was just wondering where you'd got to...
:Giovanni: ...and you brought along ! Welcome to my arena!
:Giovanni: If I'm not mistaken, you're the trailblazers, right?
:Giovanni: So, I presume you two have heard about the Interastral Tournament Festival? Have you come to show off your skills?
:March 7th: Psst, (Trailblazer) look at his mask! Pretty cool, don't you think?
: Correct! Where do we sign up?
::Giovanni: Hahaha, just as I expected — you're exactly as they say in the rumors!
: How did you know who we are?
::Giovanni: It doesn't matter, my friend. What matters is that we're now acquainted!
: Yo, mask-face, introduce yourself.
::Giovanni: Haha, look at me, forgetting my manners.
:Giovanni: My name is Giovanni di Giorgio da Epsilon, a humble private trader from Epsilon, and the sole sponsor of this year's Interastral Tournament Festival...
:Giovanni: ...If there's anything I can do for you, don't hesitate to ask.
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:March 7th: Thanks for introducing yourself, Mr. Giovanni Di... something something...
:March 7th: You seem like a pretty important person. What brings you to this kind of place?
: That's not very polite, March.
::Giovanni: Hahaha, no harm done! Your candid personality is charming, Miss March.
: Yeah! What brings you here?
::Giovanni: You truly live up to your reputation as the saviors of Belobog. Such keen insight!
: Can you take off your mask, so I can get a better look at you?
::Giovanni: Hahaha, how humorous! As much as I'd like to oblige, this mask is a necessary precaution for me. Let's leave something to the imagination, shall we?
:Giovanni: Now, let me answer Miss March's question — as you can see, the Interastral Tournament Festival is about to be held on this beautiful icy planet...
:Giovanni: ...and as the sole sponsor of this event, it's only natural for me to come to the tournament venue and check on its operations.
:Giovanni: Furthermore, I'd also like to get to know the players of the tournament, including yourselves. One can never have too many friends when it comes to doing business in this vast universe of ours.
:Giovanni: If you'd be willing to call me "friend", it would be a great honor to have you as such!
:March 7th: Hmm... weird mask, strange vibes, a little out of touch...
:March 7th: ...but he seems friendly enough, right, (Trailblazer)?
: A toast to our new friendship!
::March 7th: I suppose... Pleasure to meet you, Mr. Giovanni.
::Giovanni: Haha, to have made friends like you — what a joyous day.
: Something's off...
::March 7th: Yeah... but he really doesn't seem like a bad guy.
::Giovanni: Haha, I understand your sentiment! In that case, allow me to show you a little more sincerity.
: Monthly friendship payments are due on the first of each month...
::March 7th: Is that all you care about!?
::Giovanni: Hahahaha, that's a good one, (Trailblazer)! You're even funnier than I imagined! I'll take that as an acceptance of our friendship!
::March 7th: Pleasure to meet you, Mr. Giovanni.
:Giovanni: I believe Wilder has already filled you in on Aetherium Wars, but if you have any questions about the Interastral Tournament Festival, I'll be more than happy to answer them for you!
:Wilder: Mr. Giovanni, let me take care of it, it's my job, after all...
:Giovanni: Don't worry, Wilder! It's only natural that I introduce the festival to my new friends here. You can go ahead and attend to other matters while I show these two around.
:Wilder: Thank you, Mr. Giovanni! I'll be off, then.
:Giovanni: Feel free to ask me about the Interastral Tournament Festival and the venue. Is there anything in particular you'd like to know?
: What is this place?
::Giovanni: Belobog's weapon testing ground — at least it was 700 years ago.
::Giovanni: While renovating this place, we stumbled upon quite a few automaton production lines, all covered in thick layers of dust. Several hundred years ago, the people of Belobog tested the performance of their combat automatons here.
::Giovanni: But now, under my sponsorship, the IPC and the Aetherium Wars Gaming Association have transformed this place into the competition venue for the tournament — in other words, this place is now my "arena."
:: I see.
:: Is this project compliant with regulations?
:::Giovanni: Of course! This project has been approved personally by the president of the Belobog Architecture Guild and the Minister of Culture.
:::Giovanni: As for whether they received the approval of the Supreme Guardian, well, that's beyond my knowledge and involvement.
::Giovanni: That's all I can share about that at the moment. Is there anything else you'd like to know?
: Is the festival going to be held here?
::Giovanni: Indeed! Have you seen the big circular platform down below? When the championship commences, this space will serve as the arena for Aetherium Wars players to showcase their skills, and where they'll vie for supremacy.
::Giovanni: During the festival, you'll have the chance to mingle with players from all over the universe, share experiences, level up your Aether Spirits, and challenge each other.
::Giovanni: Ah yes, my apologies. I should have mentioned this earlier, but because of the well-known Stellaron problem, many players won't be able to attend in person... So, it's likely you'll mostly encounter familiar faces during the event.
: How do I participate?
::Giovanni: It's simple! First, you need to register your account at a terminal in this Festival Service Hall. Oh, you haven't created one, correct?
::Giovanni: After you've successfully created and registered your account, I'll delve into all the details of the festival... But for now, you'll have to deal with the suspense for just a little bit longer.
: Why do I feel like you're up to something?
::Giovanni: Hahaha, you've certainly got quite the active imagination!
::Giovanni: Rest assured, I'm just passionate about gaming. I love observing how players compete and cooperate with each other.
::Giovanni: I have no hidden agendas, I can assure you of that — I swear on my reputation and my mask!
: No further questions.
:March 7th: Actually... I have a question.
:March 7th: You've been explaining a lot about the venue, but I'm still confused about the game. Can we actually give it a go?
:Giovanni: Why of course, not a problem! I'll make an exception just for you. You can borrow my Aether Spirits and experience the thrill of battle...
:Giovanni: ...Hmm? What's all the commotion?
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:Harsh IPC Worker: Hey, twerp! Hand over that coin!
:Vicious IPC Worker: You little brat — who said you could touch this?
:Eric: B—But this is mine, I found it on the ground...
:March 7th: Hey, that's enough! Picking on a kid, are we?
:Eric: O—Outworlder lady! Careful, they're dangerous...
:March 7th: Don't sweat it — leave them to us.
:Giovanni: I say, my IPC friends, I can see how captivated you are by that coin. Am I right in assuming that you're also Aetherium Wars players?
:Harsh IPC Worker: Where did mask-dude come from? And what does it have to do with you whether I'm a player or not?
:Vicious IPC Worker: Exactly! What's it to you? Sneaking around with a mask on — you must be some kind of creep.
:Giovanni: Hehe, what I'm getting at is this — since you're both players, why not have a showdown to settle the matter? Following the proper rules of the game, of course.
:Giovanni: But, instead of this young boy, I propose that be the challengers.
:Giovanni: If they lose, the coin will naturally become yours, and you can do as you wish with it...
:Giovanni: ...but if you lose, I would kindly ask that you gracefully accept defeat and refrain from causing any more trouble in my arena. Are we all in agreement?
: Sounds like a great idea!
::March 7th: Hah! I had a feeling you'd say that!
: But I've never played this game before...
::March 7th: Not to worry! Mr. Giovanni will explain it all, right?
::Giovanni: Hahaha, why of course! I assure you that I will do everything in my power to assist you both.
: How about I use a bat to resolve our differences?
::Giovanni: Ahem, I wouldn't advise it. Violence wouldn't make for a very interesting outcome now, would it?
::Giovanni: Let's all agree to keep things peaceful and enjoyable.
::March 7th: Mr. Giovanni is right! Now's our chance to check out this game and see if it lives up to the hype.
:Giovanni: Here are a few beginner-level Aether Spirits for you, (Trailblazer). They'll help you get the hang of the game's pace and rules.
:Giovanni: If you have trouble handling these beginner spirits... it might indicate that this game isn't the best choice for you.
:Harsh IPC Worker: Ha! You've got some nerve...
:Vicious IPC Worker: You're in for a rude awakening — prepare to face the might of "Topaz's Support Squad!"
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;(Play tutorial showdown)
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:March 7th: We sure showed those troublemakers who's boss! Are you okay, Eric?
:Eric: Thanks, Miss March, I—I'm fine.
: Glad to hear it.
::March 7th: Good. Why were those IPC workers threatening you?
: Why were they threatening you?
::March 7th: I was wondering the same thing. Why would they pick on someone half their size?
: This game is way too easy.
::March 7th: Here we go.... Let's save the victory speeches for later.
::March 7th: So, Eric, why did they threaten you like that. What happened?
:Eric: I-I don't know... I just found this coin on the floor...
:Giovanni: Hmm... based on the appearance of the coin alone, it's difficult to discern any significance. As for who it belongs to — that's also a mystery.
:Giovanni: Didn't they mention something else? "Topaz"?
:March 7th: Yeah, they mentioned Miss Topaz! What's that all about?
:Eric: Oh, I know! They said they were members of Miss Topaz's "support squad..." They said they'd gather the strongest Aether Spirits from across the universe and give them to her... so she could win the tournament!
:March 7th: Huh!? Would Miss Topaz stoop so low? I can't believe she'd be that desperate...
:Giovanni: I think there must be some kind of misunderstanding. I have had some interactions with Miss Topaz, and this doesn't seem like her way of dealing with people.
:March 7th: I suppose that means this coin doesn't belong to Miss Topaz after all. I wonder whose it could be... it doesn't seem to have any info on it...
:Giovanni: Indeed. There is no information on the Aether Coin that could help us trace it back to its owner... It seems returning it to its rightful owner will be quite the challenge.
:Eric: I...
:Eric: I think it'd be better if you kept it.
: You don't want it?
: Don't mind if I do...
::March 7th: Hey, have you forgotten your manners?
:Eric: ...I have no clue what this is or how to play that "Aetherium Wars" thingy...
:Eric: I bet you guys can find a better use for this coin than me.
:March 7th: I see. Well, when you put it that way... looks like we'll hold onto it for now. What do you think, Mr. Giovanni?
:Giovanni: I have no objections. After all, "trading" and "training" are all part of Aetherium Wars. I say why not put the coin to good use?
:Eric: It's settled then! I need to go home now, my dad's still waiting for me.
:March 7th: Huh, he just wandered off. Maybe we ought to take him home? What if he bumps into more IPC goons...
:Giovanni: No need to worry, the majority of the IPC's employees are quite professional — wouldn't dream of tarnishing their company's reputation.
:Giovanni: Now, I suggest that both of you summon the coin's Aether Spirit. After all, it's the first one that you've truly acquired for yourselves, it'd be nice for you to get to know each other, don't you think?
:March 7th: You're right! Let me see, how does this coin work again...?
:March 7th: Aha! There we go!
:March 7th: It's a... Warp Trotter?
:Giovanni: A Warp Trotter... This is quite a rare Aether Spirit, but they're not very powerful — why would those IPC folks be after it?
:???: Oink, oink oink!
:???: Grunt...
:March 7th: Huh? Looks like the little guy's scared...
:March 7th: Ah! What do we do, what do we do, (Trailblazer)! Did we do something wrong?
:Giovanni: Don't worry, Miss March. It's likely that the Warp Trotter is just naturally timid.
:Giovanni: Hmm, I must say though, this one is a bit peculiar. Aether Spirits are usually just digital representations of creatures — they shouldn't possess any specific traits.
:Giovanni: According to their programming, Aether Spirits are supposed to obediently follow a player's commands and faithfully execute their instructions... which doesn't seem to be the case right now.
:March 7th: Huh!? So what now...? (Trailblazer), maybe you could try giving them a command?
: Warp Trotter, use Tackle!
::???: Oink! Oink, oink...
::March 7th: Looks like it didn't work...
: You give it a shot, March.
::March 7th: I... I'm not good at this kind of thing! I think it's best if you do it...
::???: Oink! Oink, oink...
::March 7th: Aww, they're too cute! I can't bring myself to yell at them...
:Giovanni: Hmm... I see. They're likely acting this way due to some sort of data anomaly or discrepancy.
:Giovanni: It would be best to report this issue to the Aetherium Wars project team, so they can address it accordingly.
:March 7th: But wouldn't that mean getting rid of them!? Ugh...
:March 7th: ...No way! We can't hand them over to the IPC! Let's just keep them, okay?
: Sounds like a plan.
::March 7th: Awesome! I knew you wouldn't abandon such a cute and defenseless creature!
: Maybe we should report this Trotter as a bug...
::March 7th: ...No way! I won't let you!
:March 7th: Alrighty then, let's take this little fella with us to the festival! Now, I think it's time we came up with a catchy name for them...
:March 7th: (Trailblazer)... got any good ideas?
: Hmm... Let me think about it.
:March 7th: I'll lend you an extra brain cell.
: I've got it! Let's call them "Warp Trotter!"
::March 7th: Uh... That's like naming your cat "cat."
: I've got it! Let's call them "Trotter!"
::March 7th: ...How imaginative...
: I've got it! Let's call them "Bubbles!"
::March 7th: Ooh, that's a good one, I like it!
: I've got it! Let's call them "Puffball!"
::March 7th: Ooh, that's a good one, I like it!
: Give me another minute...
::March 7th: No problem, take your time.
:: I've got it! Let's call them "Ivory Menace!"
:::March 7th: Really? Sounds a little...
:: I've got it! Let's call them "Chunky Chops!"
:::March 7th: Really? Sounds a little...
:: I've got it! Let's call them "Turbo Trotter!"
:::March 7th: Really? Sounds a little...
:: I've got it! Let's call them "Trotterlord!"
:::March 7th: Really? Sounds a little...
:: Give me another minute...
::March 7th: No problem, take your time.
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;(After selecting one of the above)
:March 7th: It's up to you... Do you wanna try something different?
: Nah, sounds fine to me!
: Give me another minute...
::March 7th: No problem, take your time.
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:(Trotter Name): Oink! Oink, oink!
:March 7th: Look, look! They're reacting — seems like they really like this name!
:March 7th: Alrighty then (Trotter Name), even though I don't know where you're from or how you got here, let's go and win that tournament!
:March 7th: Of course, it'd be even better if we could unravel the mystery of your past along the way!
: Let's go for gold!
: Hang on, did you just swap me out of the team?
::March 7th: Ugh, come on, stop fooling around.
::March 7th: Fine, let me rephrase it. (Trotter Name), (Trailblazer) let's go and win that tournament together!
::March 7th: Happy?
:(Trotter Name): Oink! Oink, oink! Oink!
:Giovanni: Well, isn't this a delightful turn of events! Now, let me show you how to navigate the Aetherium Wars Player Terminal — right this way, please!
;(Obtain )
===Head to the Aetherium Wars Player Terminal===
:Giovanni: This is the Aetherium Wars Player Terminal — give it a try.
;(Intreact with the Aetherium Wars Player Terminal)
:March 7th: It seems kinda complicated...
:March 7th: Have you got the hang of it yet, (Trailblazer)?
: Yep, and it only took me ten minutes.
::March 7th: Pretty impressive... So if we encounter any problems, we'll know who to turn to for help⁓
: It seems kinda complicated...
::March 7th: ...Back to copying me, huh?
::Giovanni: Hahaha, I wouldn't worry yourselves too much. Remember — practice makes perfect! I imagine you'll grasp the core concept in no time.
:Giovanni: To participate in the tournament championship, make your way to the various and increase your Complete the in each Victory Zone to earn all of the 
:Giovanni: Please excuse me, if you may. I have a few other facilities to inspect to ensure the festival runs smoothly. If you have any problems, the staff at the service hall will be more than happy to assist you.
:Giovanni: I wish you all a memorable festival! Farewell for now, dear friends.
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:March 7th: Okay, looks like we've learned all the essentials — let the fun begin!
:March 7th: Let's head towards the first Victory Zone — 
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