Gentleness, the Name of Nocturne

Gentleness, the Name of Nocturne is the sixth part of the Trailblaze Mission chapter The Sound and the Fury. It automatically begins after completing Good Omen, My Friend.
==Steps==
# Follow Firefly to the "secret spot"
# Follow Clockie
# Use the Clockwork on the Gangster Boss
# Keep following Firefly to the "secret spot"
# Meet with Firefly
# Follow Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge
# Use Clockwork on the Bloodhound Family member
# Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge
# Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to continue onwards
# Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to construct a path
# Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge
# Ride the pinball machine
# Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge
#* (Optional) Take a break and admire the Penacony Grand Theater
# Find the first jigsaw piece
#* Obtain the Dreamweaver's missing Emo Gear from a passerby
#* Complete the Dreamweaver's Emo Dial
# Find the second jigsaw piece
# Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to construct a path
# Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge
==Gameplay Notes==
* Only the "Happy" Gear found in this mission can be used on the Dreamweaver.
* Sprinting is disabled throughout all of the Dream's Edge during step 17.
==Dialogue==
;(Approach Firefly)
: Firefly: ...
:The girl turns her body sideways, gazing into the distance, as if evading your gaze. After a momentary pause, she finally turns back and softly speaks.
: Firefly: ...I'm sorry.
: You don't have to apologize. I don't find you suspicious.
:: Firefly: ...Thank you.
: I want to know the truth. Is that too much to ask?
:: Firefly: ...Sure.
: You feel guilty, don't you?
:: Firefly: ...Yes.
: Firefly: There are things... I'm hiding from you...
: Firefly: I'm not a local, and there's a reason why the Bloodhound Family is after me... I also have my own purpose for joining you on your journey...
: Firefly: ...But still, I appreciate your help. I mean it from the bottom of my heart.
: Firefly: And my admiration for the Nameless is also genuine. You guys have been to a lot of worlds, met people from all walks of life, and experienced all sorts of things. Every day is a new beginning for you guys...
: I really love that kind of life.
: It's not as great as you think...
: You can board the Astral Express, too.
: Firefly: ...
: Firefly: Can I bring you to one more place? It isn't another tourist attraction — it's my very own secret base.
: Firefly: I'll do my best to tell you everything I know when we get there.
: Sure. I believe you.
:: Firefly: Thanks...
: How am I supposed to believe you?
:: Firefly: I... don't know, but I hope you do.
:: Never mind. I have no reason to be so harsh on you.
:: I'm going to be vigilant to the end.
:: Firefly: ...Sure.
===Follow Firefly to the "secret spot"===
;(While walking)
: Firefly: Let's go this way...
: ???: Tick-tock! Help! Help! Can anyone help me?
: (Trailblazer): (...Eh? Is something... crying for help over there?)
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;(Approach marked location)
: ???: Tick-tock! Help! Help me!
: ???: Someone's dying! Please come here!
: What's going on?
:: ???: Didn't I make myself clear? Someone is dying! Please help!
: Are you asking for help?
:: ???: Yes, yes! Please help! Someone's life is in your hands!
: What kind of thing... are you?
:: ???: I'm not some random thing, I'm a clock!
: ???: Wait... Can you... see me?
: Firefly: ...Is there a problem?
: I can see a... clock with limbs.
: I think I'm seeing things...
: Nothing. It's inconsequential.
: ???: Can you really see me?
: ???: Tick-tock! Wonderful! This is awesome! There's still hope for Misha!
: ???: Oops, I haven't introduced myself!
: Clockie: My name is Clockie. I'm a famous celebrity in Penacony! My friends and I keep the peace in this small town. They are Hanu, Mr. Soda, Origami Bird, Hamster Ball Knight...
: Clockie: ...And Misha! Misha is in trouble! Tick-tock! Help! Help!
: Clockie, how can I help?
: Clockie? Are you a cartoon character?
: A talking clock? I must be losing my mind.
:: Firefly: A clock that talks?
: Firefly: ...Clockie?
: Firefly: Do you mean... you saw a cartoon character that doesn't exist in real life?
: Yes, I saw him.
: I'm not hallucinating... right?
:: Clockie: Tick-tock, I'm really here! As the humble face of Penacony, I never ever brag!
: Can't you see him?
: Firefly: Um... Where's he? I can't see him...
: Clockie: Tick-tock! I guess I'm only visible to those with the innocence, kindness, and honesty of a child, like this kid here clad in gray!
: He said only children can see him.
:: Firefly: Um, but I think you look older than me in terms of appearance...
: He said you weren't innocent, kind... or honest.
:: Firefly: ...Just how so!?
: Clockie: Tick-tock, tick-tock! My gray friend, since you can see, then you must be able to help me!
: Clockie: My friend, Misha, is in trouble! I'm begging you to help him before it's too late!
: He's begging for my help...
:: Firefly: Huh...
: He says someone's life is in danger...
:: Firefly: Uh... Is it really that bad...
: Firefly: Are you going to help this... um, Clockie that only you can see?
: Firefly: I don't think you're lying, as anything can happen in a dream... We can just head to the place I mentioned later...
: Clockie: Tick-tock, tick-tock! Hurry up and follow me, gray friend!
: Clockie: Misha's in trouble! He's over there. Let me bring you to him!
: (Trailblazer): (The name of Misha rings a bell to me... Anyway, better check out what's going on.)
===Follow Clockie===
;(While walking)
: Clockie: Come on! Chop-chop! Move as fast as the Hamster Ball Knight!
: Firefly: There's a crowd over there. Looks like something really did happen...
: Clockie: Tick-tock! He's there! He's there! See, Clockie does not tell lies!
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;(Idle quotes)
: Gangster Boss: I dare you to fight me!
: Misha: Everyone, please calm down...
: Acheron: ...
;(Approach Clockie)
: Misha: Everyone, please stay calm...
: Gangster Boss: You broke the rules! And now you're gonna pay the price!
: Gang Members: 
: Acheron: How did it come to this...
: Isn't that Misha?
:: Firefly: Eh? Who's Misha?
: Isn't that Acheron?
:: Firefly: Eh? Do you know her?
: How come they are all people I know!?
:: Firefly: What do you mean by "all"?
: Clockie: See? I wasn't lying! Misha really is in trouble!
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: Clockie: Tick-tock! I'm begging you, my gray friend, begging you! Please help Misha!
: Please fill me in on what's going on first.
:: Firefly: Are you talking to Clockie? ...Hmm, I'm really curious too...
: What should I do to help him?
:: Firefly: Are you talking to Clockie? ..Well, it does look like things are getting out of control...
: My baseball bat can't wait to show its might!
:: Firefly: I'm afraid a baseball bat isn't an efficient weapon... No! What I mean is, we can't solve the problem with violence...
: Clockie: Tick-tock, tick-tock! It's all 's fault that things have turned out this way!
: Clockie: Of all the lowlifes in Dreamville, 's the worst. He's a greedy man who wants to drive everyone out of Dreamville so that he can have all the precious stones to himself...
: Clockie: He instructed his underlings to wreak havoc in the Dreamscape, taking away everyone's positive emotions! Since then, the town has been filled with anxiety and disputes! We're no longer a family!
: Clockie: As the guardian of Dreamville, I can't just sit back and do nothing. By using the power of , I can direct the flow of positive emotions in the Dreamscape back into people's hearts — that way everyone can patch up their differences and get along again!
: Clockie: My gray friend, I require your assistance! I have a feeling you'll be able to master the power of ! After all, you're the special one who can see me!
: Clockie: Also, you're a new visitor to this world, which means we have the element of surprise! If you take action now, we can catch him off guard!
: What is "Clockwork"?
:: Clockie: Here, I'll show you! First, close your eyes...
: Are you sure about this...
:: Clockie: It'll be fine. I'm just demonstrating how it works! Please close your eyes...
: Why don't you do it yourself?
:: Clockie: I can't pull it off on my own, because they can't see me! So, please close your eyes...
: Clockie: Tick-tock! Now, our minds have merged into one. Can you feel an energy surging through your body?
: Clockie: All we have to do is use on that cranky gangster boss and inject good emotions into him — then we'll have won!
: Clockie: Please bear in mind that you should never use with malicious intent. We're the guardians of Dreamville, after all, tick-tock!
===Use the Clockwork on the Gangster Boss===
;(Talk to Acheron & Misha, optional)
:The two of you are too busy to chat. Use your Clockwork and solve your pressing issues first.
;(Talk to Gangster Boss)
: Gangster Boss: Mind your own business, ! I have to let that lady there know she's messed with the wrong person!
: Here comes the Clockwork!
: I'll leave you to it...
:: Clockie: Eh, can't you see where this is going? What should we do now...
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;(Tune Gangster Boss's emotion to )
:: Gangster Boss: ...
:: Gangster Boss: ...Hahahahaha!
:: Clockie: You did it! But how did he end up like this?
:: I saw a dial and got it moving.
::: Clockie: Here comes the Clockwork!
:: I have no clue what I did. You sure I pulled that off?
::: Clockie: It... must have been? It's rather out of character for him to start cracking up like that all of a sudden.
:: Clockie: It's just that... seeing that gleeful smile on his face... he's just as scary as he was before.
:: Gangster Boss: Hello, everyone! Please allow me to welcome all of you to Penacony, Land of the Dreams!
:: Gangster Boss: Come on now, line up and give our honored guests a warm welcome!
:: Gang Members: S—Sure!
:: Gangster Boss: Ready... Go!
:: Gang Members: 
:: Um... Thank you?
::: Gangster Boss: It's my honor! It's only right we give guests a proper welcome!
::: Gang Members: 
:: No need for such formalities. We're... a Family!
::: Gangster Boss: You're right! We're a family to THEM!
::: Gang Members: 
:: You may rise.
::: Gangster Boss: We're at your disposal! You're our most distinguished guest!
::: Gang Members: 
:: Clockie: Wow! Seems like you've established yourself as an important figure around here. In that case, can you ask them to leave now?
:: I appreciate the gesture...
:: ...But, can we have some privacy, please?
:: Gangster Boss: Sure thing! You're the boss... Gang, let's give our VIP some space!
:: Gang Members: 
;(Tune Gangster Boss's emotion to )
:: Gangster Boss: ...
:: Gangster Boss: ...What got into me just now?
:: Clockie: Hey, he seems normal now. That's wonderful! You did it!
:: I saw a dial and got it moving.
::: Clockie: Great! It means you've mastered the art of Clockwork!
:: I have no clue what I did. You sure I pulled that off?
::: Clockie: It... must have been? Otherwise, why would he suddenly be all calm and composed like this?
:: Gangster Boss: Was I... about to get into a fight with that lady? Was I crazy?
:: Gang Members: What's wrong with boss?
:: Gangster Boss: Hey, may I ask you a question? Were you the one who made me simmer down earlier? I wasn't my normal self..
:: It's the least I can do.
::: Gangster Boss: Thanks for doing that. If we'd laid a finger on our guests just now, we would've faced severe punishment from the Bloodhound Family.
:: Wow, you've become so well-mannered.
::: Gangster Boss: We owe it to you — if we'd laid a finger on our guests just now, we would've faced severe punishment from the Bloodhound Family.
:: Gangster Boss: I'm so sorry for stirring up all this trouble... Alas, why did I get so worked up all of a sudden? It's baffling...
:: Clockie: Oh, my gray friend! You have to tell him that is behind this!
:: Everyone loses it once in a while.
::: Gangster Boss: This is embarrassing... I feel bad for causing such a spectacle.
:: Perhaps, it's because we're all in a dream.
::: Gangster Boss: Haha, that can be one of the reasons.
:: It's Boss Stone's doing. Can you believe it?
::: Gangster Boss: Stone? Um, I'm not sure I get what you mean...
:: Gangster Boss: Anyway, I owe everyone a proper apology. Gang, line up and say sorry to our honored guests!
:: Gang Members: S—Sure!
:: Gangster Boss: Ready... Go!
:: Gang Members: 
:: Clockie: Wow, they look really sincere. In that case, can you ask them to leave now?
:: I appreciate the gesture...
:: ...But, can we have some privacy, please?
:: Gangster Boss: Sure thing! You're the boss... Gang, let's give our VIP some space!
:: Gang Members: 
;(Tune Gangster Boss's emotion to )
:: Gangster Boss: ...
:: Gangster Boss: *sob*... *sob*...
:: Clockie: Oh, goodness! Did you make him cry?
:: I saw a dial and got it moving.
::: Clockie: Great! It means you've mastered the art of Clockwork!
:: I have no clue what I did. You sure I pulled that off?
::: Clockie: It... must have been? Otherwise, why would he be in tears all of a sudden?
:: Gangster Boss: *sob*... *sob*...
:: Gang Members: What's wrong with boss?
:: Clockie: Oh, he's crying so hard. Even I, the guardian of the Dreamville, am nearly moved to tears.
:: What's wrong sweetie? Why are you feeling so down?
::: Gangster Boss: *sob*... I... thought about my mother on my home planet...
:: Bruh, quit the waterworks. You're a big boy now.
::: Gangster Boss: *sob*... I... thought about my mother on my home planet...
:: Oh dear me, ain't I a big bad meanie for making you sob like a crybaby?
::: Gangster Boss: *sob*... It isn't your fault. I just suddenly... thought about my mother on my home planet...
:: Gang Members: What do we do now?
:: Clockie: Woah, things are turning into a mess. But then again, maybe now is a good chance to ask them to leave?
:: My friend, why don't you go and...
:: How about you get some alone time somewhere?
:: Gangster Boss: *sob*... You're right...
:: Gangster Boss: *sob*... Gang, you are dismissed... I need to be alone for a while...
:: Gang Members: 
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: Misha: We meet again! Are you the one who helped settle everything down here?
: Clockie: Misha, are you acquainted with this gray friend of mine?
: Misha: 's an esteemed guest whom I've befriended recently. I told you about before. Does it ring a bell?
: Clockie: Oh, it's !
: Misha: Anyway, thanks a lot! If you hadn't gotten here in time, I would have been in a real mess...
: Acheron: Thank you, (Trailblazer). I'm surprised we get to see each other again so soon.
: No need to thank me. It's the least I can do.
: I'm surprised too.
:: Acheron: About all the commotion just now... I heard a bunch of Masked Fools were causing a ruckus on the streets. I happened to be passing through, got stopped for questioning, and there were some... misunderstandings along the way. Anyway, I owe you another one.
: Firefly: Is this lady... your friend too?
: Acheron: Well, we've only met each other once before. But is a kind soul for helping me at the hotel.
: Acheron: It's my pleasure to meet you, beautiful lady.
: Firefly: B—Beautiful lady...
: Acheron: By the way, what did you do to that man earlier? It was like someone took him on an emotional roller coaster.
: Firefly: I was wondering about that too... What happened back there, exactly?
: Clockie taught me some Clockwork.
:: Clockie: That's right! It was me, Clockie!
:: Clockie: Of course, you played a big part too. Without you doing the Clockwork, Dreamville would've been in some real trouble!
: Talk therapy. I used that on him.
:: Clockie: What're you talking about? It wasn't talk therapy! It was Clockwork!
:: Acheron: I don't think it's that simple.
:: Firefly: Could it have something to do with... That Clockie that only you can see?
: It's only natural for people to get intimidated by my baseball bat.
:: Clockie: What're you talking about? It wasn't the baseball bat! It was Clockwork!
:: Acheron: I don't think it's that simple.
:: Firefly: Could it have something to do with... That Clockie that only you can see?
: Acheron: ...Clockie?
: Firefly: Yes, that cartoon character. I think he's shown up in reality — I mean — in the Dreamscape.
: Firefly: I don't really know how a cartoon character could show up around here, but according to (Trailblazer), only honest people with childlike innocence can see him...
: Acheron: ...
: Acheron: ...It seems like I'm too old to qualify for that.
: Acheron: If Clockie really exists, that can explain a lot of things.
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: Clockie: Eh, can you see me too?
: Acheron: I can feel the presence of something inexplicable next to you, but it's a shame that I can't communicate with him like you can.
: Acheron: We can both perceive these extraordinary things in the dream, probably due to our ability to react to memoria. But you're more attuned to it than I am.
: Acheron: I thought your heightened perception was caused by something the elegant Memokeeper might have left in your mind. Now, it seems to me there are many more special beings like her in this dream.
: The elegant Memokeeper?
: Who is she?
;(Version 1)
:: Acheron: 
;(Version 2)
:: Acheron: 
;(Version 3)
:: Acheron: 
: Acheron: It's a shame that I forgot to ask her for her name. I only know that she's from the Garden of Recollection.
: Firefly: Garden of Recollection... Is it the group that serves the Aeon of Remembrance?
: Acheron: Exactly. They traverse freely between different worlds as memetic entities and are only visible to certain people. Doesn't she sound very much like that Clockie you saw?
: Acheron: After all, it is a grand event held by The Family. The guestlist could be a lot longer than we imagine.
: Acheron: Once again, thank you for being kind to me. I wish you a great time in the dream, and I shall not interrupt your... date?
: Firefly: N—No! We're not on a date!
: Acheron: Hehe.
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: Firefly: ...She's gone. Well, shall we?
: Clockie: I'll let you get back to your beeswax. Thanks, my gray friend!
: Misha: I really appreciate your help! The Nameless are indeed a bunch of talented people... May our paths cross again!
: Clockie: May our paths cross again, tick-tock!
;(Visitor Verification)
:;(Misha has become a visitor to the Express. You might come across Misha when you return to the Express)
===Keep following Firefly to the "secret spot"===
: Firefly: Please come with me. I hope you won't be distracted by some invisible friend again...
;(Open Clockwork: Emo Tuning Tutorial)
;(Approach pinball machine)
: Firefly: Sorry, I'm afraid we need to take the pinball machine to reach this place... You go first, and I'll be right behind you.
;(Solve Bubble Pinball)
: (Trailblazer): (Her secret stronghold is... a cafe?)
: Firefly: Here...
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;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Here we are. This is the place.
: This place looks mighty fine.
: Is this your secret stronghold?
: Firefly: No, it isn't...
: Firefly: ...This is.
: What a beautiful manhole cover.
: Is this... your secret stronghold?
: Firefly: Yes, it's right inside.
: Inside? What does that mean?
:: Firefly: Just the literal meaning.
: Do you want me... to crawl in there?
: This is embarrassing. People are watching us...
:: Firefly: It doesn't matter! Anything can happen in a dream, and there are lots of people falling from the sky every day. The pedestrians aren't going to be fazed by anything.
: Firefly: Let me show you how to do it. It's going to be very dark at first, so you'll have to stay close to me.
: (Trailblazer): ...
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: ???: Hey, let me ask you something...
: ???: Is following girls around like a lost puppy your way of getting their attention? You've been doing this for nearly half a system hour.
: Aventurine: To be more precise, it's been 45 minutes. Time sure flies when you're having fun, doesn't it?
: ???: *sigh* Spare me. Beautiful eyes though — are you from Sigonia?
: Aventurine: Need another hint? I'm an .
: ???: My eyes might not be as pretty as yours, but there's no problem with my vision...
: ???: You Sigonians are notorious throughout the entire universe! Liars, thieves, social manipulators, wolves in sheep's clothing... You're really living up to the reputation.
: ???: I say you belong to the space under the manhole cover, not in a dream. There's one right over there. Off you go!
: Aventurine: I'll pass — the gloomy shade of a place like that just wouldn't go with my vibe. Dreamville is frivolous, vain, and flashy — and that suits me just fine.
: Aventurine: ...Also, it never rains here! My outfit is too expensive to be exposed to the elements.
: ???: Cut it out and go home, you slick talker. We are Fools, but we aren't stupid. We aren't interested in playing the friend game with the lapdogs of the IPC.
: Aventurine: Really? You've never been friends with anyone from the IPC?
: ???: Do you think I know nothing about the history of Penacony? Don't drag me into your banal office politics.
: Aventurine: Fool, you've been left with no choice since the moment you accepted the invitation to be here. You better pick a side while you have the chance, or else you'll end up losing everything.
: ???: You sound very sure of yourself. Looks like you've already convinced that Chicken Wing Boy from The Family.
: ???: How did you do it, little peacock? Did you strip yourself naked, apologize to him on your knees, and promise that IPC would never harm Penacony?
: ???: Friends? Oh, please. You guys only treat others as your bargaining chips.
: Aventurine: What's wrong with chips? In any gamble, the only players that will never be on the losing side are the chips. My friends from the Garden of Recollection and Astral Express are all smart enough to understand that.
: ???: But the smarter ones wouldn't have joined the game in the first place. See? I'm smarter.
: ???: Listen, little peacock. You've been invited by the Tavern before too. If you want the Masked Fools to get onboard, you need to figure out what it is wants.
: ???: Here's a hint for you — Since you can't convince anyone, why don't you befriend a mute? At least, a mute won't be able to refute your arguments. *laughs*
: ???: So long!
: Aventurine: Thanks! I'll keep your advice in mind!
: Aventurine: ...
: Aventurine: ...What a pain in the neck. I guess I'll have to meet with The Family again.
===Meet with Firefly===
: Firefly: Here...
;(While walking)
: Firefly: We're almost there.
;(Upon straying too far away from Firefly, optional)
: (Trailblazer): (I'd better stay close to Firefly...)
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;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Look! This place is breathtaking, isn't it?
: Firefly: Guests aren't allowed here, so we have to be careful not to get caught.
: Firefly: Don't worry, this place isn't dangerous. Just think of this as the border of Golden Hour. The Family is still building and remodeling the Dreamscape beyond here.
: Firefly: My secret stronghold is in this area.
===Follow Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge===
;(While walking)
: Firefly: Let's sneak inside.
;(Approach marked location)
: Bloodhound Family Member: Excuse me, there's a construction site ahead. Unauthorized personnel are not allowed in.
: Firefly: Drat... We're caught right away.
: Could you let us through just this time?
: Fine. We'll head back.
:: Firefly: Let me try.
: Firefly: Could you... please make an exception? We're not going to cause any trouble.
: Bloodhound Family Member: Not a chance. Our boss made it clear that only the Dreamweavers are allowed here.
: Firefly: He won't budge...
: We know Gallagher.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Who? Never heard of him. I wouldn't let you in even if the Dreammaster were here.
: Here are some credits for you...
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Get those out of my sight, and I'll pretend nothing happened this time. Try pulling something like that again, and I'll report it to the Oak Family.
: Pretty please...
:: Bloodhound Family Member: People ask for favors every day. Am I supposed to just say yes to all of them?
: Bloodhound Family Member: None of your tricks are going to work. Please do yourself and me a favor and go home.
: Firefly: Hmm, seems like he won't give in... Let me think of another way...
: (Trailblazer): (Perhaps... Clockie's Clockwork trick can come in handy? This doesn't count as malicious intent, right...)
===Use Clockwork on the Bloodhound Family Member===
;(Attempt to move past Bloodhound Family Member, optional)
: (Trailblazer): (I can sense his penetrating gaze. Let's turn around...)
;(Talk to Bloodhound Family Member)
: Bloodhound Family Member: None of your tricks are going to work. Please do yourself and me a favor and go home.
:The composed man before you appears impenetrable. Perhaps you need to him a bit.
: Try reading his inner thoughts.
: I'll leave you to it...
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Thank you for your cooperation.
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;(Tune Bloodhound Family Member's emotion to , optional)
: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh my goodness...
: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh my... Oh my, oh my, oh my!
: Ok, buddy, what's gotten into you?
:: Bloodhound Family Member: I feel like... I'm on cloud nine!
: You're acting weird... This is bad.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Bad? How so? I feel like... I'm on cloud nine!
: Oh my, oh my, oh my...
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Ha, buddy. You look... as delighted as me!
: Bloodhound Family Member: Can you feel it? This is... wild! It feels like I just downed ten bottles of Epochal SoulGlad in one gulp and spent an entire day at the Dreamscape Sales Store!
: Bloodhound Family Member: If Mia were here, we would sing a song together. I'm sure she would understand how I feel!
: Bloodhound Family Member: I can hardly contain this palpable excitement... I'd like to invite you to dance with me, . Right here, right now!
: Will you let us in after I dance with you?
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh, no way! Rules are rules!
:: Bloodhound Family Member: It's totally fine if you want to turn me down!
: I have to... say no.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh, that's a downer... but not for me! I'm still brimming with elation!
:: Bloodhound Family Member: This crazy mood and this pounding heart are just what I need... I wish it would last forever!
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Still, I won't let you guys in, because it's my duty to stop you!
: Firefly: He really is a man of principle.
: Try reading his inner thoughts again.
:The man has become content but remains impenetrable. Perhaps you need to provoke him a bit.
: Try reading his inner thoughts again.
;(Tune Bloodhound Family Member's emotion to , optional)
: Bloodhound Family Member: Ah, honored guests... Welcome to Penacony.
: Bloodhound Family Member: I'm a member of the Bloodhound Family. My job is maintaining order in the Dreamscape. In fact, no danger will arise under The Family's protection, which makes my job redundant. Even a trashcan is more important than me.
: Don't sell yourself short.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh, sorry about that. I just can't help myself.
: Well, you're in luck then, for I Am The Danger!
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Please refrain from that. I know I won't be able to overcome you.
: But trashcans are important! I like them!
:: Bloodhound Family Member: In that case, I'd recommend that you see Dr. Edward for a psychotherapy session.
: Bloodhound Family Member: Anyway, please just give me some privacy.
: Bloodhound Family Member: You two should enjoy this fun and exciting Dreamscape, instead of talking to someone who is worse than a trashcan.
: Well, can you let us through?
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh, no way.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: There's little dignity left in me. Please be nice and don't trample on it.
: Well, please stop blocking our way.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: Oh, I'm sorry for blocking your way.
:: Bloodhound Family Member: But there's little dignity left in me. Please be nice and don't trample on it.
: Bloodhound Family Member: Sure enough, you guys can force your way through, but I swear I'll stop you or die trying. After all, I have nothing left to lose...
: Firefly: I feel really bad...
:The man mentioned "die trying"... It might just be worth a try to give him what he wanted. That is, if you can live with it.
: Try reading his inner thoughts again.
;(Tune Bloodhound Family Member's emotion to )
: Bloodhound Family Member: How many times do I have to repeat myself? Unauthorized personnel are not allowed at the construction site!
: Bloodhound Family Member: Do you two really want to stay here and test my patience? You're going to regret it!
:: Come on! Let's fight!
: Bloodhound Family Member: You're asking for it! And I wouldn't be so cocky if I were you — I deal with punks like you all the time!
:: That's not what I mean...
: Bloodhound Family Member: Don't try talking back to me. I deal with punks like you all the time!
: Bloodhound Family Member: You fear for nothing just because you're young and energetic. You idle away your time every day, going around stirring up trouble! You contribute nothing to society!
: Bloodhound Family Member: Let me help you spoiled brats learn the hard way. Go, Sweet Dreams Troupe! Teach them a lesson!
;(Enter battle)
:
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;(After the battle)
: Bloodhound Family Member: Darn it, I can't believe I've lost... Is this the power of youth...
: Bloodhound Family Member: If I'd had that power back then, would we have ended up differently, Mia?
: Bloodhound Family Member: ...
: Bloodhound Family Member: Alright, you can go in. As the winner, you deserve it...
: Firefly: Seems like he's taking this winning and losing thing a little too seriously... Well, at least we finally get to go through...
===Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge===
: Firefly: Never imagined that's how we'd end up getting past the guard... That trick of Clockie's really is amazing.
;(Talk to Bloodhound Family Member, optional)
: Bloodhound Family Member: Alright, you can go in. As the winner, you deserve it...
;(Approach Dream's Eye)
: Firefly: The path ends here. For the rest of the way, we need to borrow the Dreamweaver's tools.
: Firefly: What happens next is going to blow your mind...
;(Activate Dream's Eye)
;(Open Dream's Eye (I) Tutorial)
===Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to continue onwards===
: (Trailblazer): (Different points in space are... linked together!?)
: Firefly: Now, we can go to the other side. This is how the Nightingale Family repairs the Dreamscape. Fascinating, isn't it?
;(Approach Dream Module)
: Firefly: We can use the building materials that are floating around in the air.
;(Start Dream Module)
;(Open Dream's Eye (II) Tutorial)
===Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to construct a path===
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: It's like stepping on planks floating on water.
: Firefly: Let's go that way.
: Firefly: We can get to the rooftop of the opposite building from here, but it requires a device. I remember it's hidden here...
;(Investigate Dream Jigsaw)
;(Open Dream Jigsaw (I) Tutorial)
===Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge===
;(Solve Dream Jigsaw)
: Firefly: Bam, and it comes out just like that. No matter how many times I've seen it, it still looks magical.
: Firefly: Let's go.
===Ride the pinball machine===
===Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge===
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Look, that's the Penacony Grand Theater over there.
====(Optional) Take a break and admire the Penacony Grand Theater====
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: It radiates dazzling light perpetually, just like this glamorous dream.
: Firefly: I suppose everyone who likes to bask in the light will be drawn to that kind of warmth...
: Firefly: ...Like countless fireflies chasing the fire.
: Firefly: Let's go. Half the journey is still ahead of us.
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;(Approach Dream's Eye)
: Firefly: This one is a little bit complicated... I have to put on my thinking cap.
;(Approach Dream Module)
: Firefly: I wonder whether I can still control the floating building materials in this condition...
;(While walking)
: Firefly: The Family recruited many artists, architects, and scholars from across the universe to form the team of Dreamweavers that built the dream of Penacony.
: Firefly: These areas are not developed yet, so guests don't come here. It's not as lively as the town center here, but I relish the serene atmosphere.
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: We moved from that building to this building in the blink of an eye... This would be impossible in reality.
;(Approach Dream Jigsaw)
: Firefly: It's the same routine. You've mastered it, right?
;(Investigate Dream Jigsaw)
;(Open Dream Jigsaw (II) Tutorial)
===Find the first jigsaw piece===
;(Talk to Dreamweaver)
: Dreamweaver: Argh... What exactly went wrong?
: Dreamweaver: Is it because I've gone for too long without drinking SoulGlad, or because I've been working overtime for two months? Why don't I have any inspiration today?
: You seem distressed...
: Can I have the puzzle piece?
: Give yourself a break, mate.
: Dreamweaver: ...Who's there!?
: Dreamweaver: Why are there guests here... You know what, I don't care how you snuck in, just leave me alone. If you prevent me from finishing my work on time, I'm going to make you pay for it!
:It seems you need to find a way to the Dreamweaver.
: Try reading his inner thoughts.
::Clockie: Huh? This person's is missing, tick tock!
::Clockie: We can obtain the required gear using .
::Clockie: I feel there might be gears close by. Let's go find them.
: I won't bother you.
:: Dreamweaver: Haul yourselves over to somewhere else! I need to be alone!
====Obtain the Dreamweaver's missing Emo Gear from a passerby====
;(Idle quotes)
:Gleeful Guest: This is a great spot for a date, huh?
:Delighted Guest: That's impressive!
;(Absorb emotions)
:Gleeful Guest: Haha, you see! I told you this would be a great spot for a date, right? Check it out? Isn't the view enchanting?
:Delighted Guest: That's impressive! Got a lot of good ideas, you do! This place has a great view, and you can see all of the Golden Hour from here...
:Delighted Guest: ...Though, how are we going to leave? We're not climbing the ventilation ducts again, are we?
:Gleeful Guest: Argh. That... well, there's got to be a way! Don't think about that much stuff. Let's enjoy what we've got now first!
;(Obtain )
====Complete the Dreamweaver's Emo Dial====
;(Talk to Dreamweaver)
: Dreamweaver: Argh... What exactly went wrong?
:It seems you need to find a way to the Dreamweaver.
: Try reading his inner thoughts.
:: Dreamweaver: Ah-ha, I've got it! What a brilliant idea it is! I must write it down on paper while it's fresh in my mind...
:: Dreamweaver: ...No, no, no. I'm sure I'll forget all the details when I wake up from sleep. There's no better time than now to put it into action!
:: Firefly: He wandered off, but he left behind the puzzle piece.
:;(Open Clockwork: Emotional Integration Tutorial)
: I won't bother you.
:: Dreamweaver: Haul yourselves over to somewhere else! I need to be alone!
===Find the second jigsaw piece===
;(Approach the marked enemy)
: Firefly: Was the other puzzle piece... taken away by it?
;(Enter battle)
:
;(After the battle)
:;(Obtain the scattered Jigsaw Piece)
===Use the characteristics of the Dreamscape to construct a path===
;(Solve Dream Jigsaw)
;(Open Support Guide Tutorial)
===Continue following Firefly to reach the depths of the Dream's Edge===
;(Activate Dream's Eye)
: Firefly: This place is really complicated. It gives me a headache every time I pass through... Not only do we have to activate the Dream's Eye, but we also have to close it a couple of times to get through.
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Phew... finally. There won't be too many hindrances after this.
;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Um, this area wasn't guarded the last time I was here... Have my frequent comings and goings started drawing attention?
: Firefly: ...I don't think we can get around them. Knocking them out is the only way to go...
: I'm ready.
: At long last, this baseball bat of mine has found its purpose.
: Firefly: Let's get rid of them!
;(Begin battle against , )
;(After the battle)
: Firefly: Here we are. This is the place.
: (Trailblazer): (...Someone's singing? Where is the sound coming from?)
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;(Approach marked location)
: Firefly: Have you heard of the song? It's called If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking, by Robin. Her songs are played in the dreamland from time to time as the Charmony Festival is drawing close.
: Firefly: This spot is the closest place to the sky in the Dreamscape. It's far from the hustle and bustle of the city and free from the bickering among the Dreamweavers. You can feel the moment — the scenery, the people, and the dreams — without being disturbed by anyone...
: Firefly: How beautiful... Time is frozen at this golden hour, this golden dream shared by the Fool from the Tavern and the Memokeeper from the Garden of Recollection, the wandering Ranger and the IPC ambassador, the Astral Express Nameless... and me.
: Firefly: Everyone falls asleep here equally, regardless of our different agendas...
: Firefly: ...
: Firefly: ... I'm sorry, (Trailblazer). I really am a stowaway.
: I know.
:: Firefly: I knew I couldn't hide it from you.
: I never saw that coming...
:: Firefly: I think it's only right to tell you.
: Firefly: My hometown was destroyed a long time ago. It was probably the doing of the Legion or the Swarm... I'm an interstellar refugee, just like many of the Penacony locals.
: Firefly: The Harmony accepts everyone, including wanderers from afar. The Family takes them in, but they... don't belong here.
: Firefly: In this splendid metropolis, some have a dream called Penacony, but some have dreams... that are no different from reality, even though everyone who comes here harbors the same motive in the beginning.
: Firefly: And it's likewise for me. I have a wish I want to achieve so badly in the real world, but I can't. So, I want to give it a shot here...
: I know the feel.
: What's your wish?
: You can't run away from reality.
: Firefly: Entropy Loss Syndrome. Have you heard of this term?
: Firefly: It's a strange condition. Those suffering from it will experience an irreversible chronic dissociation of their physical structure. This means they will slowly fade away, and the process is barely noticeable to others...
: Firefly: You can still run, jump, and talk as usual. Everything seems normal, but then you'll start doing everything slightly slower than others...
: Firefly: ...And then even slower than that, until the lines between your body and the entire world become blurry. You won't be able to tell reality from dreams because they have all been shattered.
: Firefly: So, how could I possibly resist it... I mean can you imagine? I can actually free myself from this icy medical cabin in this dream...
: Firefly: I can forget about all the doctor's advice. I can listen, and see, and touch, and think, and understand whatever I want with my body. So, although this world isn't real, this experience is priceless...
: Firefly: ...Just like this moment.
: Firefly: I'm sorry. For certain reasons, there are things I can't reveal to you yet. But there are also things you should know.
: Firefly: I am, in fact, after the Watchmaker's Legacy, but that doesn't mean we have to go our separate ways and be enemies. But at least... I hope things won't turn out that way.
: I hope so too.
:: Firefly: ...Thanks.
: I can't make any promises.
:: Firefly: ...It's okay. Thanks.
: I can't put my trust in someone who hides things from me.
:: Firefly: ...I understand, and I'm okay with that.
: Who exactly are you?
:: Firefly: I'll tell you, but... not now.
: Firefly: In my dream, I saw a scorched earth, and a new sapling emerging from it. It bloomed against the morning sun, and whispered to me.
: Firefly: I still remember the question on the invitation letter — Why does life slumber?
: Firefly: You see, everything is possible in this land of dreams. The nightmarish past will disperse and fade away like bubbles in water, and the future that you don't want to face will never come.
: Firefly: Why do people choose to sleep? I think...
: Firefly: It is because they're afraid to wake up from the dream.
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: Firefly: I'm sorry things are getting all bleak and serious... Let me see what I can do to lighten the mood.
: Firefly: I mean, don't you have lots of friends on the Astral Express? What would you guys do if something like this happened?
: Pom-Pom would cool us down with water from a spray can...
:: Firefly: Spray can? That's... rough.
:: Firefly: Perhaps, there's something else we can do?
: Dan Heng would tell us dry jokes with a deadpan expression...
:: Firefly: Jokes? Um, I... don't really have a good sense of humor...
:: Firefly: Perhaps, we can think of another way?
: Himeko would make coffee for us...
:: Firefly: Coffee... We can't really make that here...
:: Firefly: Aren't there... other Crew members we can take inspiration from?
: Mr. Yang would try to change the subject...
:: Firefly: I... have been trying to do that...
:: Firefly: ...But I think I failed. Maybe... there are other things that you guys do?
: March would force us to take a selfie with her...
: Firefly: Selfie, selfie... You're right. I've been here so many times. Why didn't I think of taking a photo?
: Firefly: I feel a little awkward taking it by myself. Would you like to join me? Let's commemorate this moment.
: Sure.
:: Firefly: I can be a little bit camera-shy — just don't laugh at me. Here, you hold the camera.
: I don't think so.
:: Firefly: ...Is there a problem?
:: I'm kidding. Let's do it!
::: Firefly: I can be a little bit camera-shy — just don't laugh at me. Here, you hold the camera.
:: I don't want to.
::: Firefly: Well... Okay.
:The girl hands the phone to you, her eyes filled with expectation.
:You take the phone, launch the camera app, and switch to the front-facing camera effortlessly. Then, extending your arm, you hold the phone at a distance, ensuring both of you are captured in the frame.
: Firefly: Wait, let me get ready.
: Firefly: I'm good. Let's do this.
: Firefly: One...
: Firefly: Two...
: Firefly: Say cheeeese!
:
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:
: Firefly: Do you have to go back already? Time really flies.
: Firefly: I feel like going back to reality and resting too... Come on, let's say goodbye at Golden Hour.
;(Mission completed)
:;(Obtain )
:;(Unlock Achievement Gentleness, the Name of Nocturne)
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