Haunted Tales

Haunted Tales is an Event Quest during the Akitsu Kimodameshi Event.
==Steps==
# Go to the site of the Test of Courage
# Ask the member of staff
# Pick a partner out of the three contestants
# Begin the second round of the Test of Courage
# Complete the second round of the Test of Courage
# Appraise the situation with Itto
# Go to the site of Akitsu Yuugei
# Complete an Akitsu Yuugei match
# Return to the site of the Test of Courage
# Ask the member of staff
==Gameplay Notes==
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Akitsu Yuugei / Playful Leisure	Akitsu Yuugei / Playful Leisure
 	
* Time Limit: 10:00
* Brick Type
* Available Modifiers: 2
==Dialogue==
;(Upon obtaining quest)
: Paimon: Well, the second round of the Test of Courage is about to begin.
: Paimon: Hmm, Paimon wonders if the shrine maiden knows anything about what Heizou told us... Let's go ask her.
;(Approach Itto and Shrine Maiden)
: Arataki Itto: Hey, you guys finally made it!
: Arataki Itto: I was searching for hours. Still didn't see any sign of those three, so I decided to come back.
: Arataki Itto: How about you? Find anything?
: Paimon: Uh, it's kinda hard to explain...
: We never managed to find those three, either.
: Arataki Itto: I see... So you came up empty-handed, too.
: Arataki Itto: Well, it doesn't matter! I already came up with a new plan!
: Paimon: Huh? What plan?
: Arataki Itto: Shinobu told me a saying after she got back from studying in Liyue. It went something like... "The something by day becomes..." Uhh, something by night?
: "The hunter by day becomes the hunted by night."
: Arataki Itto: Yeah, that's what I said! C'mon, keep up!
: Arataki Itto: Anyway, I was so focused on scaring people last round that those three dressed up as ghosts caught me completely off guard.
: Arataki Itto: But not this time! Oh no! I'll be hiding nearby and waiting for those three to emerge first, then I'll nail 'em with a surprise attack.
: Arataki Itto: You two just gotta keep playing it natural and join the contest. Got it? Okay, see ya later!
: Paimon: Wait, Itto! Ugh, he ran off again!
: Paimon: Well, his plan does make some sense at least... Let's go talk to the shrine maiden so we can join the second round.
;(Talk to Shrine Maiden)
: Shrine Maiden: Mwahahaha... Congratulations on winning the first round of the Test of Courage.
: Shrine Maiden: Now you're one step closer to the dark, messy truth. But is that really a good thing?
: Paimon: Hey, cut the nonsense! What we just saw was super terrifying!
: Shrine Maiden: Oh, really? Good to hear.
: Shrine Maiden: Hearing the words "super terrifying" is exactly what all us event organizers would like to hear.
: Paimon: Ugh no, that's not what Paimon means! Something mysterious is also happening here, not just the event!
: Shrine Maiden: So what? You've heard the stories about the Test of Courage, haven't you?
: Shrine Maiden: Everyone who participates in the event faces a variety of emotions.
: Shrine Maiden: People are afraid of seeing their innermost fears appear before them, yet they still seek the thrill of experiencing those fears.
: Shrine Maiden: So isn't it natural for us to have things in the dark and deathly silent forest to help fulfill that experience?
: Shrine Maiden: Just like the grinning monster standing behind you right now, waiting for you to turn around...
: Paimon: Aaaah!!! Really!?
: She's messing with you.
: There's nothing behind us.
: Shrine Maiden: Hehehe... I knew a little trick like that wouldn't be enough to scare you off.
: Shrine Maiden: So, congrats on passing this test. The second round of the Test of Courage will begin shortly.
: Shrine Maiden: Have you found your partner yet?
: Paimon: Huh? But don't we already have a partner from the last round...?
: Shrine Maiden: Yes, your team's outstanding effort certainly won you the last round.
: Shrine Maiden: So it's understandable that you'd want to pair up with your previous partner... But unfortunately, you must find a different partner for each round of the event.
: Shrine Maiden: If you don't have a partner by the time the next round begins, then...
: Paimon: Yeah, yeah, Paimon already knows! If we don't have a partner in time, then we'll be disqualified!
: Paimon: Let's ask around and see if there's anyone looking for a partner!
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;(Talk to the Shrine Maiden again)
: Shrine Maiden: Have you found a partner yet?
;(Talk to Yoimiya)
: Yoimiya: Heya , Paimon! I had a feeling you two would be here!
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: Paimon: Oh, Yoimiya! You're here too?
: Yoimiya: Mm-hmm. I was also here for the first round, but I arrived a little early, so maybe that's why I didn't see you.
: Yoimiya: By the way, I heard you were the winners. Impressive! I eventually found the hidden Dango Milk too, but it was already too late.
: Paimon: Hehe... Actually, Paimon still doesn't know how we managed to find it.
: Paimon: Paimon was just hiding behind the whole time, and somehow we won!
: Yoimiya: , you never told me you were so good at this sort of event... You weren't keeping it a secret, were you?
: Yoimiya: Anyway, would ya like to pair up with me? We'd be an amazing team! With us working together, the second round will be a piece of cake.
: I want to partner up with Yoimiya.
:: Yoimiya: Hehe, awesome! Don't worry, you'll see that being on my team is a blast!
:: Yoimiya: Now let's get out there and win this thing... We'll move faster than a firework shooting straight into the sky! It'll be like WHOOOSHHH and the round will be ours!
: Let me think about it...
:: Yoimiya: Oh, I understand. You have to put some thought into choosing the best partner... You did already win the first round, after all.
:: Yoimiya: But I'm definitely no pushover when it comes to the Test of Courage. I've been to loads of these events.
:: Yoimiya: Besides, choosing me means you'll have one less tough competitor to deal with, hehe! Anyway, give it some thought.
;(Talk to Yoimiya again)
: Yoimiya: So, made up your mind yet? Do you wanna team up with me?
: I want to partner up with Yoimiya.
:: Yoimiya: Hehe, awesome! Don't worry, you'll see that being on my team is a blast!
:: Yoimiya: Now let's get out there and win this thing... We'll move faster than a firework shooting straight into the sky! It'll be like WHOOOSHHH and the round will be ours!
: I still need to give it some more thought.
:: Yoimiya: Ah, really? That's a bummer...
:: Yoimiya: Well anyway, I'll be right here if you change your mind!
;(Talk to Sayu)
: Sayu: *snoring* Huh? Ah, you found me...
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: Paimon: Hey, Sayu! Are you here for the Test of Courage, too?
: Sayu: Yes... *yawn*
: Paimon: She looks like she just woke up... No wait, she's actually trying to fall asleep!
: Sayu: The Test of Courage is too scary, so I keep my eyes closed to not feel scared.
: Sayu: But as soon as I close my eyes, it's really easy to fall asleep...
: Sayu: During the first round, a big bull-headed beast leaped out of nowhere and scared me half to death, so I ran and hid behind a tree.
: Sayu: I closed my eyes and tried to hide for a while, but it was really dark and I fell asleep... By the time I woke up, the round was already over.
: Paimon: A big bull-headed beast... Wait, that sounds like Ushi!
: Sayu: Now, no one wants to partner up with me for the second round.
: Paimon: Oh, poor Sayu... Wait, but why would you join the Test of Courage in the first place?
: Sayu: Oh, because I heard that being frightened causes you to grow taller...
: Paimon: What kind of silly idea is that!? That's just a load of baloney!
: Sayu: I wasn't sure if it was true, either, but since I heard it could help people grow taller, I decided to give it a shot...
: Paimon: Well, Sayu doesn't have a partner yet. Should we team up with her?
: I want to partner up with Sayu.
:: Sayu: Really? You're willing to be my partner?
:: Sayu: Great... But please keep an eye on me, and don't let me fall asleep again.
:: Sayu: It's pretty scary here, but I'm going to face my fears this time.
: Let me think about it...
:: Sayu: It's okay, no rush. I came here for my own reasons anyway.
:: Sayu: I'll try to overcome my fear... and sleepiness.
:: Sayu: But, if you do want to partner up, just let me know...
;(Talk to Sayu again)
: Sayu: Oh, will you pair up with me for the Test of Courage?
: I want to partner up with Sayu.
:: Sayu: Really? You're willing to be my partner?
:: Sayu: Great... But please keep an eye on me, and don't let me fall asleep again.
:: Sayu: It's pretty scary here, but I'm going to face my fears this time.
: I still need to give it some more thought.
:: Sayu: Okay... If you want me to be your partner, you can find me here.
;(Talk to Thoma)
: Thoma: Hey there! Congrats on winning the first round of the Test of Courage.
: Paimon: Thoma! Wait, were you also a contestant in the first round?
: Thoma: I sure was! But I couldn't shake this constant feeling that someone was secretly following me the entire round.
: Thoma: He didn't seem to be from the Yashiro Commission, and I was concerned that he might be out to stir up trouble at the event, so I tried to capture him.
: Thoma: I didn't expect him to run so fast. I gave chase for a while, but I couldn't keep up... and before I knew it, the round was over.
: Paimon: Hmm, is there a chance he wasn't there to cause trouble? Maybe he was just trying to scare people.
: Thoma: Coming all the way to the Test of Courage to scare people? Well, I guess the world is full of all kinds of weirdos...
: Thoma: Anyway, I'm gonna be sure to show everyone my abilities in the second round.
: Paimon: Oh, Paimon remembers you once mentioned that you like kaidan...
: Thoma: Yeah, that's right. Once I really get into it, you might find me to be your toughest competitor.
: Thoma: Haha, I'm only kidding, of course. I'm not here for the prizes, just to have fun.
: Thoma: My lord has granted me a rare vacation, so I'd rather spend my time relaxing than worrying about some contest.
: Thoma: Speaking of which, have you found a partner yet? Would you like to pair up with me?
: I want to partner up with Thoma.
:: Thoma: Really? Thank you.
:: Thoma: I can't guarantee we'll be able to win the second round, but I'll do my best to help. Let's give it our best shot!
: Let me think about it...
:: Thoma: Ah, I understand. Hope you can find the right partner and win the second round.
:: Thoma: You've probably already heard that to win the Grand Narukami Shrine's special prize. You have to win all three rounds.
:: Thoma: I'd like to know what the prize is as well... And you're the only one who has that chance now, so go for it!
;(Talk to Thoma again)
: Thoma: Haha, want to team up with me?
: I want to partner up with Thoma.
:: Thoma: Really? Thank you.
:: Thoma: I can't guarantee we'll be able to win the second round, but I'll do my best to help. Let's give it our best shot!
: I still need to give it some more thought.
:: Thoma: Ah, not a problem. I still wish you the best of luck, no matter who you chose to team up with.
:: Thoma: Just be sure not to put too much pressure on yourself. The Test of Courage is meant to be a fun event, focusing only on winning would defeat the whole purpose of participating.
;(Talk to Shrine Maiden)
: Shrine Maiden: You appear to have found a partner. Let's see if you can repeat your luck from the first round.
: Shrine Maiden: Though, whether winning should be considered "good luck" or not is debatable, hehehe...
: Shrine Maiden: Anyway, I will now reveal the item you'll be searching for in the second round of the Test of Courage.
: Shrine Maiden: It's... a "fan."
: Paimon: A fan? You mean like the thing we use to keep cool when it's hot out?
: Shrine Maiden: Correct. The fan was personally selected by the Yashiro Commissioner himself, and has been placed somewhere in the Chinju Forest.
: Shrine Maiden: There will be signs to guide the way, but beware, the darkness that lurks in the forest is drawing nearer.
: Shrine Maiden: Mwahahahaha... Remember, if you can't go on any further, you can always give up and live to see another day.
: Paimon: We'll never give up! Let's go!
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===Yoimiya===
;(While following the signs)
: Paimon: Something just fell from above! Ah, keep it away from Paimon!!!
: Yoimiya: Really? Lemme see... Oh! It's some Onikabuto!
: Yoimiya: And pretty strong ones, from the looks of it. I'll hold on to them! Hehe, they'll come in real handy for the next Onikabuto tournament!
;(If the Traveler leaves the path)
: Yoimiya: You want to explore somewhere else? Uh, how about we finish the Test of Courage first!
;(If the Traveler idles)
: Yoimiya: C'mon, let's go. We can't let anyone beat us to it!
;(If the straight path at the first fork is taken)
: Yoimiya: Hey, did you guys hear that?
: Paimon: Huh? Hear what?
: Yoimiya: It sounded like it came from inside the shrine.
: Yoimiya: I've heard people say that some evil spirits are sealed in shrines, and at night they make banging sounds from inside.
: Yoimiya: Whenever someone approaches, a spirit will — POW — leap out and pull that unfortunate person inside the shrine, using the victim to replace themself as the prisoner!
: Paimon: Whaaaaa! Stay away from Paimon!!!
:Black Kitten: Meow?
: Yoimiya: Huh? Oh, it's a kitty. Not gonna lie, that's kinda disappointing! I was hoping to see a real evil spirit!
: Paimon: *sobs* Thank goodness...
;(After going straight at the first fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: This doesn't seem to be the right way. Let's try another path!
;(If the left path at the first fork is taken)
: Yoimiya: That's strange... How did Paimon transform into a Lavender Melon?
: Paimon: Hey, Paimon's over here! That doesn't even look like Paimon!
: Yoimiya: Hmm? So, what in the world is this...? Hey, it's flying away. Don't go! Let me have a look at ya!
;(After turning right at the second fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: Hmm... This isn't what we're looking for. Oh, and Paimon thought we had it, too...
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Uh, is it just Paimon, or is there an eerie shadow over there?
: Yoimiya: Oh, you're right! That wasn't there when we arrived!
: Yoimiya: There's clearly no one around, but there's a shadow on the ground. Oh, this is like a real kaidan story!
: Yoimiya: Let's go check it out!
: Paimon: On second thought, m—maybe we shouldn't go! Oh, Paimon's heart is pounding like crazy!
;(If the left path at the second fork is taken)
: Paimon: Phew... This should be far enough.
: Yoimiya: Are you tired, Paimon? Do you want to take a break?
: Paimon: Yes, please! Whew, let's rest here... Huh?
: Paimon: W—W—Wait a minute! Was that statue always facing this way?
: Paimon: The candles also went out! What's going on? Is something coming...? Oh, let's get out of here!!!
: Yoimiya: Whoa, Paimon wasn't kidding! The statue really did move. Wonder how that works...
;(If the left path at the third fork is taken)
: Yoimiya: Hmm? What is this stall doing here? Maybe it's for participants who need a break?
: Yoimiya: Excuse me! Three glasses of juice, please...
: Yoimiya: Hehe! Don't worry, this time it's on me!
: Paimon: Yay! Thanks, Yoimiya.
: Yoimiya: Uh, excuse me! Anyone here? Strange... seems like no one's around. Guess we'll just have to keep going.
;(After turning left at the third fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: It's a dead end... Where did they hide that fan?
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Huh, another stall? It sure looks familiar...
: Paimon: Wait, this is the same stall we saw earlier!The audio actually says "Wait, isn't this the same stall we saw earlier?"
;(Continuing back to the third fork)
: Paimon: Ah, it's back again! Maybe it's following us. Ah, help!
;(If the right path at the third fork is taken)
: Yoimiya: Wow, look at all the lanterns here! It's so beautiful!
: Yoimiya: But now that I look closer, it seems like the lanterns are floating in midair. How is that possible?
: Paimon: Uh, that's definitely not normal!
: Yoimiya: Hey , can I borrow your shoulders for a second? You can give me a boost and I'll pull one of them down!
: Paimon: No! Now's not the time!
;(Interact with the fan)
: Yoimiya: Hehe! Look what we have here! Isn't this the fan we're looking for?
: Yoimiya: Wow, it has such a beautiful design on it. Are those fireworks? It seems to be for some sort of festival!
: Yoimiya: So now that we've found this fan, does that mean we've won the second round of the Test of Courage? Let's bring it back!
: Paimon: Phew... Thank goodness it's over!
: Paimon: Hmm, wonder if Itto's still out trying to capture those three from earlier. Paimon's a little worried about him... Why don't we have a look around?
: Yoimiya: Hmm? Is there something else you need to take care of? How about I take the fan back, then?
: Paimon: Thank you~! That would help.
: Yoimiya: No need to thank me. It's been a blast doing the Test of Courage with you guys! I'd love to do it again!
===Sayu===
;(While following the signs)
: Sayu: Something just fell from above...
: Sayu: I'm outta here... Yoohoo Art!
: Paimon: She's gone! We should get out of here too!
;(If the Traveler leaves the path)
: Sayu: Hey, the sign is pointing this way. Please come back...
;(If the Traveler idles)
: Sayu: I'm feeling a little sleepy...
;(If the straight path at the first fork is taken)
: Sayu: I can hear your teeth chattering, Paimon. You must be really scared.
: Sayu: I understand, I'm scared too...
: Paimon: What? Paimon's teeth aren't chattering.
: Sayu: But I heard a rattling sound... Was that not you?
: Paimon: It's definitely not Paimon! Wait... It seems to be coming from inside the shrine!
: Paimon: There's something over there...
:Black Kitten: Meow?
: Paimon: Phew, it's just a cat. Thank goodness...
;(After going straight at the first fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: This doesn't seem to be the right way. Let's try another path!
;(If the left path at the first fork is taken)
: Sayu: It's so dark here. It's hard to make out anything.
: Sayu: It's so dim that Paimon almost looks like a flying Lavender Melon...
: Paimon: Hey, that's not Paimon! It doesn't look anything like me!
: Paimon: Paimon's over here!
: Sayu: Ah! It's a... Lavender Melon ghost!
;(After turning right at the second fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: Hmm... This isn't what we're looking for. Oh, and Paimon thought we had it, too...
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Uh, is it just Paimon, or is there an eerie shadow over there?
: Sayu: Ah... You're right... Run!
: Paimon: Wait for Paimon!!!
: Paimon: Please leave Paimon alone! Paimon doesn't taste very good!
: Sayu: Yeah, m—me neither...
: Paimon: Hear that? Just leave us alone!!!
;(If the left path at the second fork is taken)
: Sayu: I usually like to hide here and take a nap...
: Sayu: Don't worry. There doesn't appear to be anything scary here.
: Paimon: Phew, thank goodness! We've finally made it to a safe spot...
: Paimon: Uh Sayu, was that statue always facing this way?
: Paimon: And why does Paimon have a feeling that it's staring right at us...?
: Sayu: What? That can't be right... This is supposed to be a safe place...
: Sayu: Oh, we have to high tail it out of here! Yoohoo Art... Let's go!
: Paimon: Run!!!
;(If the left path at the third fork is taken)
: Paimon: We've been running for so long that Paimon's starting to get thirsty.
: Paimon: Oh look, there's a stall set up. Let's go buy something to drink.
: Sayu: Good idea!
: Paimon: Hello? Anyone here? Strange, there's nobody around.
: Sayu: Oh, I dunno... This stall looks kinda spooky.
: Paimon: Waaaah! You're right, it's starting to creep Paimon out! Let's just get outta here!
;(After turning left at the third fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: It's a dead end... Where did they hide that fan?
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Huh, another stall? It sure looks familiar...
: Paimon: Wait, this is the same stall we saw earlier!
;(Continuing back to the third fork)
: Paimon: Ah, it's back again! Maybe it's following us. Ah, help!
;(If the right path at the third fork is taken)
: Paimon: There sure are a lot of lanterns here! Are they supposed to guide us?
: Sayu: I heard there are lanterns that release a chilly breeze to guide spirits to be reincarnated...
: Paimon: Ah! Don't scare Paimon! D—Do we keep going?
: Sayu: This is getting pretty creepy...
: Paimon: *sobs* Paimon can't take it anymore, you go first!
;(Interact with the fan)
: Sayu: Phew... this place should be safe.
: Sayu: I can't believe I made it this far. Hey, did I get any taller?
: Uh, maybe a little.
:: Sayu: Really? Ah, that's great!
: I don't see any change.
:: Sayu: Aww, how come...
: Paimon: Enough about that. Look! Isn't this the fan we're looking for?
: Paimon: It has fireworks printed on it, so it must be for some kind of festival!
: Sayu: So does that mean the second round of the Test of Courage is over now?
: Paimon: Yep, seems like it. Haha, we've won again!
: Sayu: Great. *yawn* Because I was just starting... to feel sleepy...
: Paimon: Hmm, wonder if Itto's still out trying to capture those three from earlier. Paimon's a little worried about him... Why don't we have a look around?
: Sayu: In that case, I'll take the fan back with me and have a little nap. Just don't stay out here too long...
===Thoma===
;(While following the signs)
: Thoma: Hmm? Did something fall down here?
: Thoma: Oh! It's some Onikabuto! Don't worry. This species is very docile. They're not nearly as scary as they look.
: Thoma: If anything, they're more scared of us than we are of them. Let's leave them alone and they'll eventually climb back up into the tree.
;(If the Traveler leaves the path)
: Thoma: Wait, where are you going?
;(If the Traveler idles)
: Thoma: I'm feeling a little worn out myself, let's stop and take a break for a while.
;(If the straight path at the first fork is taken)
: Paimon: Uh, Thoma, did you hear that?
: Paimon: It sounded like a rattling sound... Ah! It seems to be coming from the shrine over there!
: Thoma: Yeah, you're right. Please wait here for a moment, I'll go check it out.
: Paimon: Be careful, Thoma!
: Thoma: The sound doesn't seem to be coming from the inside of the shrine! Maybe it's from behind...? Huh?
:Black Kitten: Meow?
: Thoma: Oh, it's just a little cat. How did you end up here, hmm? Are you hungry?
: Thoma: Just a second, I have some Dried Fish with me. Here you go...
:Black Kitten: Meow!
;(After going straight at the first fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: This doesn't seem to be the right way. Let's try another path!
;(If the left path at the first fork is taken)
: Thoma: Hmm? What's that following us? Is it a floating Lavender Melon?
: Paimon: Huh? Where...? Aaah! You're right!
: Thoma: That was the last thing I was expecting to see. How did they manage that, I wonder?
: Paimon: Now's not the time to worry about that! Just run!
;(After turning right at the second fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: Hmm... This isn't what we're looking for. Oh, and Paimon thought we had it, too...
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Uh, is it just Paimon, or is there an eerie shadow over there?
: Thoma: Oh, yeah... Hmm, that wasn't there when we arrived!
: Thoma: Reminds me of a kaidan I heard. Once upon a time, there were four children who used to play together every day until one day, one of them mysteriously vanished.
: Thoma: The remaining three children searched high and low for their friend, but were unable to find him.
: Thoma: Then, one day, while the children were chatting, one of them suddenly showed a creepy smile and said, "He's back."
: Thoma: The other two were confused, until they followed the child's pointing finger to the ground, only to see four shadows...
: Paimon: Ah, it's the ghost! The ghost came back! Run kids!!!
: Thoma: Hahaha... Hey, come on. No need to get so worked up. it's just a kaidan story. Let's keep going.
;(If the left path at the second fork is taken)
: Thoma: Care to take a break and have some snacks?
: Paimon: You're so relaxed, Thoma! You act like we're just out on another hike!
: Thoma: I brought some homemade sushi and onigiri that I prepared. Would you like some?
: Paimon: Yes, please! Would you guys like some sushi too? Huh? Why do these statues seem to be staring at Paimon...
: Paimon: W—Wait, are these statues... supposed to be facing this way?
: Thoma: And the candles went out! Is there something scary happening here, too? Uh, anyway, here's the sushi...
: Paimon: Forget the sushi! Run!!!
;(If the left path at the third fork is taken)
: Thoma: Huh... I didn't expect to find a stall here.
: Paimon: Do they have anything to eat?
: Thoma: I'm not sure, the owner's nowhere to be seen.
: Thoma: Now that I look at it, this stall is pretty dirty... The wood seems to be pretty old and is caked with dust.
: Thoma: Well, guess I'll have to spruce it up a little.
;(After turning left at the third fork and opening the chest)
: Paimon: It's a dead end... Where did they hide that fan?
;(Return after opening the chest mentioned above)
: Paimon: Huh, another stall? It sure looks familiar...
: Paimon: Wait, this is the same stall we saw earlier!
;(Continuing back to the third fork)
: Paimon: Ah, it's back again! Maybe it's following us. Ah, help!
;(If the right path at the third fork is taken)
: Thoma: Good thing these lanterns are here, they sure make the path a lot brighter.
: Paimon: You think so? Paimon thinks they look a little spooky...
: Thoma: Despite what the lanterns look like, whoever placed them here probably didn't mean any harm.
: Thoma: Believe me, there's plenty of other options if they intended to cause us harm. Alright, let's continue, shall we?
;(Interacting with the fan)
: Thoma: Ah, this must be the fan we're looking for.
: Thoma: Seems we're the first to find it, too. Our luck's not so bad after all.
: Paimon: Let Paimon see... Oh, it has fireworks printed on it, so it must be for some sort of festival!
: Paimon: Huh... Paimon thought Ayato would choose a folding fan... You know, like the kind Ayaka usually uses.
: Thoma: You're right, this fan doesn't appear to be something my lord would usually use...
: Thoma: Anyway, let's head back now that we've found it.
: Paimon: Hmm, wonder if Itto's still out trying to capture those three from earlier. Paimon's a little worried about him... Why don't we have a look around?
: Thoma: Hmm? Are you planning to stay here? Then allow me to take the fan back.
: Thoma: But remember, you're only one round away from taking home the special prize! Make sure you get yourselves ready and give it your best shot.
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;(After completing the Test of Courage)
: Arataki Itto: Hahaha! I've gotcha now!
: ???: Ah, just run! Don't worry about me!
: Arataki Itto: Hah! Don't underestimate this oni! None of you are getting away today!
: Paimon: Hey, it's Itto! It looks like he captured those three we were looking for!
: Paimon: Let's go see!
;(Approach Itto)
: Paimon: Wow Itto, you really captured them!
: ???: Seriously, why didn't you run when I told you?
: ???: What're you saying... We couldn't abandon you!
: ???: Yeah, that's right! So just get on with it... If you're gonna eat us, then you'll have to deal with all three of us!
: ???: We won't back down, even if... even if we're already in your stomach!
: Paimon: Who said we were going to eat you? Wait, are you the ghosts of something tasty?
: Paimon: And Itto, why're you so quiet all of a sudden?
: Arataki Itto: Hmm... I have a weird feeling that I've seen these three somewhere before...
: Arataki Itto: Ah, I know! These are all creatures from the Ultimate Youkai Field Guide that granny used to show me!
: Arataki Itto: There's Youko, Kappa, and Hitotsume Kozou! They're all youkai.
: Youko: It sure took you long enough to notice.
: Kappa: Well, we recognized you right away! You're an oni, aren't you?
: Hitotsume Kozou: According to legends, oni are grouchy, extremely strong, and crush other youkai into balls to eat them up!
: Arataki Itto: Pfff! That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard! Who came up with that!?
: Arataki Itto: Besides, you're the ones people are scared of! Hiding behind bushes and scaring people off the road, what are you trying to do here?
: Arataki Itto: Don't think I didn't see you! ...Following around and conjuring up all sorts of weird, scary stuff.
: Paimon: Aha, so it was you three!
: Kappa: No, we weren't trying to scare anyone. We were just trying to, uh...
: Youko: ...
: Hitotsume Kozou: ...
: Go ahead, you can tell us.
: Maybe we can help you.
: Hitotsume Kozou: Really? You're not mad?
: Paimon: Even though you scared the daylights out of Paimon a few times, it doesn't seem like you were doing it on purpose.
: Paimon: Anyway, let's hear your side of the story and Paimon will decide whether or not to forgive you!
: Youko: Ahem, well, the truth is... we were planning a festival.
: Youko: One hosted by the youkai, but humans are also welcome to attend.
: You mean, the Mikawa Flower Festival?
: Paimon: Ah, the festival that Ei mentioned!
: Arataki Itto: Mikawa Flower Festival... huh, that does ring a bell.
: Arataki Itto: Ah right, it used to be hosted by the top youkai. I heard it was supposed to be a lot of fun... I mean, not as fun as my Almighty Arataki Great and Glorious Drumalong Festival, but still...
: Youko: Yes, the Mikawa Flower Festival is our aspiration... But we know that our festival doesn't deserve that name.
: Youko: The times of Hyakkiyakou are long gone, we're just a bunch of little youkai living in the wilderness.
: Youko: As you can see, we lack the necessary youkai powers to put on such a grand festival.
: Youko: But... we're determined to still reach out to humans and express our gratitude.
: Paimon: Huh? Gratitude? What do you mean?
: Kappa: Mm-hmm. You see, we live in the wilderness and are frequently attacked by monsters.
: Kappa: They would come and stir up trouble on our land, forcing us to hand over our food... Sometimes they would even get rough and leave us injured.
: Kappa: But later, many human adventurers came into the wilderness and drove off the monsters, allowing us to live in peace.
: Arataki Itto: Ah, I get it now. You wanna repay the favor, but your powers are too puny!
: Arataki Itto: Hey, don't let it get to ya. You might be a bunch of pip-squeaks, but you're all solid youkai in my book!
: Paimon: So are you the ones who set up the Akitsu Yuugei game on the beach?
: Hitotsume Kozou: Yep, that was us! Have you tried it yet? Isn't it fun?
: Hitotsume Kozou: We drew inspiration from the legendary Akitsu . It took a lot of youkai power to set it up.
: Hitotsume Kozou: After that, we didn't have much youkai power left, so we set up some stalls in the forest to add to the festival atmosphere...
: Youko: We were just following you to see your reactions.
: Paimon: Is the Akitsu Yuugei really that important? Why did you spend all of your youkai power to build it?
: Paimon: Paimon would have taken for a big meal if you had set up more food stalls!
: Hitotsume Kozou: Really?
: Youko: To be honest, we've never met a human before, so we had no idea what you would like...
: Youko: We focused on building the Akitsu Yuugei because of a legend we heard.
: Arataki Itto: Ah, I know the one!
: Youko: It's the story of youkai meeting a human during a festival hundreds of years ago.
;(A cinematic plays)
::Youko: It's said that long ago
::Youko: A human samurai once stumbled across the Mikawa Flower Festival
::Youkai #1: What's a human doing here?
::Youkai #2: We erected the barrier, didn't we? Ugh, what a pain...
::Youko: The youkai at the festival began discussing
::Youko: How to drive away the human
::Youko: When suddenly, they heard a voice
::Kamai Kenji: This is our festival, and the point is to have fun!
::Kamai Kenji: What difference does it make if a human joins us youkai!?
::Youko: The speaker appeared to be a prominent figure among the youkai
::Youko: And when he spoke, the other youkai fell silent
::Kamai Kenji: You there, young man. Do you drink sake?
::Yanagibashi Takuto: ...Yes, I do
::Kamai Kenji: Hah! Then join us. We can enjoy tonight's festivities together. Haha!
::Youko: And so, the youkai and samurai celebrated together
::Youko: The two competed in the highlight of the festival: the Akitsu Hazura (Haneasobi)
::Youko: Their spectacular game ended in a draw, and a new friendship was forged...
::Kamai Kenji: Haha, I can't believe a human could keep up with me
::Yanagibashi Takuto: Witnessing the dynamic powers of the youkai
::Yanagibashi Takuto: Will certainly help hone my swordsmanship
::Kamai Kenji: You're a swordsman!?
::Yanagibashi Takuto: Yes, I'm currently traveling the world in search of formidable opponents
::Kamai Kenji: Then let's make a deal
::Kamai Kenji: We meet for a duel every ten years, whaddya say?
::Yanagibashi Takuto: I look forward to it
:;(Cinematic ends)
: Youko: The Mikawa Flower Festival is meant to bring happiness to all who attend, and Akitsu is a symbol of friendship.
: Youko: That's why, when we decided to hold the festival here, setting up Akitsu was our first priority.
: Youko: Unfortunately, the real Akitsu has been lost to time. What we created is a version of the game we heard about from a wandering merchant, so we changed the name to Akitsu Yuugei.
: We heard that someone had been trapped in Akitsu Yuugei.
: Hitotsume Kozou: Yeah, but that wasn't us!
: Kappa: We have no idea what could have gone wrong!
: Youko: We closed Akitsu Yuugei a while ago and carefully checked it for any issues.
: Youko: But, we didn't find anything wrong with it... Maybe it was just some strange mishap caused by our unstable youkai power at the time.
: Arataki Itto: Hmm, they don't look like they're lying, and believe me, I know a liar when I see one! Maybe it really was just an accident.
: Hitotsume Kozou: After that incident, people stopped coming to the attraction.
: Kappa: Later, a human man with blue hair appeared and walked around the area...
: Youko: He had a piercing gaze, I almost felt like he could see us.
: Youko: But then he turned and quickly left without saying anything.
: Hitotsume Kozou: It wasn't long before large numbers of people began coming to the Chinju Forest!
: Hitotsume Kozou: And visitors were playing Akitsu Yuugei again. It was wonderful.
: Paimon: "A human man with blue hair"...?
: It must have been Ayato.
: Paimon: Now that you mention it, the fan that Ayato chose is the same kind that's used at a festival... Do you think that he knew about the youkai when he decided to hold the Test of Courage here?
: Arataki Itto: Oh, so my bro Ayato is here for the Test of Courage, too?
: Arataki Itto: Or maybe he's here to catch Onikabuto... Ha, had I known that, I would have brought the one I caught a few days ago to battle him!
: Paimon: Wow, Itto's still clueless about who Ayato really is...
: It's alright, no need to tell him for now.
: Paimon: Well anyway, seems like all the strange things we saw earlier were caused by these little youkai, not ghosts. What a relief...
: Paimon: And now that we know what was happening, the Test of Courage doesn't seem that scary after all!
: Arataki Itto: Hey, you want to hang out with humans, right? I totally get that.
: Arataki Itto: After all, we youkai are becoming a rare breed these days. If all we do is isolate, we'll only feel more lonely. So, why don't you let this oni do ya a favor, hmm?
: Arataki Itto: See, I'm a youkai too, right, and I'm already a natural in human society. I bet there's not a single person in Inazuma who hasn't heard of Arataki "The One and Oni" Itto!
: Arataki Itto: Hahaha! C'mon, let's go! I'll show you around!
: Paimon: Now that Paimon doesn't feel so scared anymore, maybe we can walk around the area?
: Paimon: The youkai said they wanted to host a festival, but Paimon was too busy having the bejeebers scared out of her to pay any attention until now.
: Paimon: Come to think of it, Paimon remembers seeing some festival-related items on the beach... Let's head over there and take a look. Maybe we can help out!
;(Go to the site of Akitsu Yuugei)
: Paimon: Wait! You're the strange lady we met before!
: ???: ...Oh, it's you two again.
: ???: I have to say, I'm impressed by your willingness to approach me after last time. You're much braver than I thought.
: ???: But I'm not going to let you off the hook so easily this time. If you don't leave, I'll—
: Paimon: Hmph! Nice try, but you don't scare us anymore!
: Paimon: We just met your fellow youkai, and they told us everything!
: ???: Huh? Fellow youkai?
: Paimon: That's right! You're another little youkai who lives in the wilderness, aren't you? We just met Youko, Kappa, and Hitotsume Kozou!
: Paimon: So which type of youkai are you? Let Paimon guess... uh... hmm, actually Paimon has no idea what you are!
: Paimon: Anyway, it doesn't matter. We're on our way to play Akitsu Yuugei, care to join us?
: ???: Akitsu Yuugei, again that game...
: ???: How could this be happening now? All I needed was a little more time, and I could...!
: Paimon: Huh? What's the matter? Are you not feeling well?
: Paimon: Oh! Maybe you're hungry? Or maybe you didn't sleep well? You look pretty exhausted.
: Paimon: Don't worry. Itto has already taken your fellow youkai to meet some new friends! Everyone will get along just fine.
: Itto's showing some of his better qualities this time.
: We're your friends, too.
: Paimon: Yeah, so there's no need to worry. C'mon, let's go play Akitsu Yuugei!
: Paimon: We'll see who can finish the game the quickest. The loser will have to grant the winner a wish!
: Paimon: Oh, it's starting! Get ready!
;(After playing a game of Akitsu Yuugei)
: Paimon: Amazing! You cleared all the elemental cubes so quickly.
: Paimon: Hehe, Paimon thinks we got this in the bag! Alright, it's your turn.
: ???: ...Okay, watch and learn.
:
: Paimon: No way, she hit every cube in one shot and finished even faster than you, !
: Paimon: Uh, Paimon's head is spinning after watching that! Did you see how she did it?
: I concede.
: You win.
: ???: Even if the rules have changed a little, I would never lose to amateurs like you.
: Paimon: Oh right, you're a youkai... You're the ones who created Akitsu Yuugei.
: Paimon: No wonder you were so good... Anyway, we'll keep our word; you can make a wish now.
: Paimon: But before you say anything, we won't do anything that's clearly impossible or harmful to others.
: ???: A wish, huh? Then I wish...
: ???: ...that we never cross paths again.
: Paimon: Wait, what? But didn't we just have a great time together?
: ???: That's precisely why...
: ???: Don't ever come near me or speak to me again.
: ???: Surely that's a wish you can fulfill, right?
: ???: This is my final word of warning. If I ever see your faces again, I will, uh... I'll steal your souls!
: ???: Scared now? Good, then don't come here again!
:;(??? leaves)
: Paimon: Uhh, Paimon doesn't get it... Did we do something wrong?
: Maybe she just wants to be left alone.
: Everyone has their reasons.
: Paimon: Fair enough... But Paimon had a lot of fun playing Akitsu Yuugei with her! It would be great if we could see her again.
: Paimon: Anyway, let's go see how Itto's doing!
;(Approach the marked area)
: Yoimiya: So you must be Hitotsume Kozou!
: Hitotsume Kozou: Y—Yes!
: Yoimiya: Hehe, no need to be nervous. I'm Yoimiya, and I run Naganohara Fireworks.
: Hitotsume Kozou: Oh...! I once saw some Naganohara fireworks... Even though I was watching from a distance, they were still so beautiful, bursting across the sky...
: Yoimiya: Really? Then the next time we meet, I'll bring some fireworks for us to launch together! It'll be fun!
: Hitotsume Kozou: Wow, really? Thank you very much... And, if I may ask, are you Lord Kaedehara Kazuha?
: Kaedehara Kazuha: Yes, that's me, but I'm afraid that I'm no lord... just a wandering samurai.
: Hitotsume Kozou: I've seen you with your sword in the wilderness... You made quick work of many opponents with your amazing swordsmanship.
: Kaedehara Kazuha: Ah, that must have been when I was trying to escape Inazuma... It wasn't as impressive as you make it seem. I had to face many trying situations before I was able to leave the islands.
: Kaedehara Kazuha: The head of the Kamisato Clan also lent me his assistance at the time. By the way, this is his sister.
: Hitotsume Kozou: Oh, so y—you must be the one and only Shirasagi Himegimi? What an honor...
: Kamisato Ayaka: There's no need to be so formal...
:
: Hitotsume Kozou: I never imagined I'd ever meet someone as distinguished as you! I must be dreaming...!
: Gorou: Hey, don't you want to go talk to them, too?
: Kappa: Oh, I'm sorry. I'm rather shy...
: Gorou: Really? That's strange, you seemed completely fine when we were chatting.
: Kappa: I'm not sure why, but I feel so relaxed when talking with you, General Gorou.
: Kappa: Actually, I'm the most timid of the three of us. I hid for days the last time someone tossed a stone into the river...
: Kappa: Ah! Sorry for rambling on. It's odd... I'm not normally like this...
: Gorou: It's okay. You can't excel at everything. The important thing is to have the courage to change.
: Thoma: Hey there, chatting away I see... Mind if I join you?
: Sayu: I've never seen a Kappa before.
:
: Kappa: H—Hello there.
: Youko: Thank you for bringing so many amazing people to meet us, Itto.
: Arataki Itto: Hahaha! It's nothing! Being the "The One and Oni" means being the best, you know.
: Arataki Itto: Oh — I should mention that, uh, I even have my own gang, and every member has a special title!
: Paimon: Classic Itto... There you go, bragging about yourself... again!
: Paimon: Don't confuse them! Everyone's here for the Test of Courage, not because you brought them here! Half the people here don't even know who you are!
: Arataki Itto: Hey! This is my moment, Paimon! Don't ruin it for me!
: Paimon: Hehe, Itto really isn't as cool as he claims to be.
: Paimon: When it comes to having connections in Inazuma, nobody can beat Paimon and !
: Arataki Itto: Oh yeah!? Alright, well then let's have a little contest and see who knows the most people!
: Paimon: Sure! Bring it on, Bull-Chucker Beetle Boy!
: Youko: Ahem... please don't fight. Actually, I think you're both really amazing.
: Youko: And you also have a great friendship. Just like Lord Kamai and the samurai...
: Arataki Itto: Haha, well, of course—
: Mamoru, Akira, and Genta: Boss!!!
: Arataki Itto: Oh, it's the boys!
: Arataki Itto: Darn it! I was so caught up with the youkai that I forgot I was supposed to scare the daylights outta the gang!
: Mamoru: Boss!
: Arataki Itto: Ahem... hey fellas, look, I can explain, I—
: Mamoru, Akira, and Genta: Boss, we're sorry!!!
: Arataki Itto: Wait, what now?
: Mamoru: We shouldn't have ever doubted you, Boss. You were right!
: Akira: Yeah, the Test of Courage is terrifying! Th—There are definitely ghosts here!!!
: Genta: I still get shivers just thinking about it... But the thrill was kinda fun...
: Arataki Itto: Oh... uh... hahaha well, I told you it would be an exhilarating experience, but noooo, none of you believed me.
: Arataki Itto: Anyway, no need to be too scared now. Let me tell you what's happening here...
: Arataki Itto: It turns out, there aren't any ghosts here, all the scary stuff you saw was just a little misunderstanding we had with the youkai.
: Arataki Itto: Right?
: Youko: Ah... Sorry, but I've never seen these three before.
: Youko: I'm not sure where you've been or what you've seen, but I don't think it had anything to do with us...
: Arataki Itto: Huh?
: Paimon: Huh?
: Huh?
: Arataki Itto: H—Hold on, little Youko... You're kidding, right? You know, now's really not the time for that!
: Youko: N—No, I'm serious. I really don't know what's going on...
: Arataki Itto: But if it wasn't you guys... does that mean there are real ghosts out here!?
: Wait a minute, we did meet some lady who was all dressed up...
: Paimon: Ah, that's right! Paimon assumed she was a youkai too, and we even played Akitsu Yuugei with her.
: Youko: ...
: Youko: *gulp* I—I'm not sure who it was you met...
: Youko: But we're the only three youkai who wanted to hold a festival here...
: Paimon: Ah! So she was a ghost?
: Mamoru, Akira, and Genta: Ah, Boss! Save us!
: Arataki Itto: Calm down! Everyone j—just calm down now!
: Shikanoin Heizou: What's all the noise about?
: Arataki Itto: Hmm? Oh, you're the Tenryou Commission's...
: Paimon: Heizou!
: Shikanoin Heizou: There's nothing to fear. Even if there really is a ghost, all your noise would drive it away.
: Shikanoin Heizou: Itto, you and your gang should go and inform the other contestants about the situation.
: Shikanoin Heizou: , Paimon, please come with me.
: Arataki Itto: Oh... Okay!
: Paimon: Phew... Paimon somehow feels a little better now that Heizou's here...
;(Talk to Akira, Genta, Itto, or Mamoru, optional)
: Arataki Itto: Don't freak out, boys! Whatever happens, I'll protect you!
: Mamoru, Akira, and Genta: You're the best, Boss!
;(Talk to Kamisato Ayaka, optional)
: Kamisato Ayaka: Could the rumors be true then? Do strange phenomena really happen every time the Test of Courage is held...?
: Kamisato Ayaka: Please, be careful.
;(Talk to Gorou, optional)
: Gorou: "Recite this to yourself, keep your mind clear and at peace. Free your thoughts from spirits and ghosts"...
: Gorou: Those were Her Excellency's remarks in the directive. She once said, "There is nothing to be afraid of as long as your conscience is clear."
: Gorou: If only Her Excellency were here. She would get to the bottom of this in no time.
;(Talk to Kaedehara Kazuha, optional)
: Kaedehara Kazuha: Unease pervades the air, and fear is spreading
: Kaedehara Kazuha: Maybe this is the real Test of Courage...? It's already becoming an unforgettable experience for me.
;(Talk to Sayu, optional)
: Sayu: Shh... this is one of my usual hiding spots. It's always safe here.
: Sayu: Let me show you a trick. Just cover your eyes, and the scary things will go away...
;(Talk to Thoma, optional)
: Thoma: I believe my lord had foreseen this situation...
: Thoma: He has my absolute trust, but given Lady Ayaka is still here, we must get to the bottom of this as soon as possible.
;(Talk to Yoimiya, optional)
: Yoimiya: So is there really a ghost around here?
: Yoimiya: I'm gonna go look for it. I've never seen a ghost before! Oh, how exciting!
;(Approach the signboard)
: Paimon: Uhh, hellooo? Miss shrine maiden...? Strange, she isn't here.
: Paimon: Waaaah! What's this? Look, there's something written in red on the bulletin board!
: Paimon: "Round 3... Item... ."
: Paimon: Does this mean that the item we have to find in the third round is a hagoita?
: Shikanoin Heizou: The shrine maiden appears to be urging us to finish the third round of the Test of Courage.
: Paimon: But where did she go?
: Paimon: *gasp* Has she been taken away by a ghost!?
: Paimon: Will Paimon be next!? *gulp* Oh, Paimon won't ever leave your side now!
: Shikanoin Heizou: The words are scribbled hastily, but there's no evidence of a struggle. However... aren't there too many words written here?
: What did you notice, Heizou?
: Shikanoin Heizou: I believe that the three items chosen for this three-round contest were each selected by the three organizing parties.
: Shikanoin Heizou: The Dango Milk was chosen by the merchant who funded the event, and the fan was chosen by the Yashiro Commission, which provided the staff.
: Shikanoin Heizou: So, does the hagoita, which should have been chosen by the Grand Narukami Shrine, have any unique significance?
: Paimon: Let's worry about that later. The bigger question is, are we really going to join the third round of the Test of Courage?
: Paimon: Paimon would love to win the grand prize, but our safety comes first!
: Paimon: How about we... make a tactical retreat!
: Shikanoin Heizou: I still have my commission to complete, so I'll stay.
: Shikanoin Heizou: Fear arises from mystery, and it's a detective's job to unearth the truth from the mystery.
: Paimon: Huh, Paimon somehow feels a little better after hearing you say that...
: Paimon: Okay then, let's wait for a while.
: Paimon: Maybe the shrine maiden had something to take care of and will be back soon...
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