FUSION LIVE: UNDEAD × AKATSUKI/Story

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== Prologue-1 ==
 	
Kaoru 	Nice work today, Anzu. Everyone's been waiting for you♪
Rei 	You said "everyone", but you look the most anxious. Right, Kaoru?
Kaoru 	What about you shutting your mouth, Rei?
Rei 	Kekeke. See young lady in such good spirits makes me happy, too.
Keito 	By the way, I've heard that your last job took a long time to sort out, but you seemed to have handled it well. Great work!
Souma 	Lady Anzu, your fame as a "producer" has grown. You've been quite in demand recently!
Adonis	Ah, that's Anzu for you.We're here to talk about UNDEAD and AKATSUKI's "FUSION LIVE", right? But what exactly do we need to go over?
Koga 	Like how to make this the best damn concert we can, of course♪ No matter who we're paired with, UNDEAD, will always be the coolest!
Kuro 	Someone is all fired up, huh? AKATSUKI will show you just what we can do on stage!
Souma 	Right. Sir Hasumi, Sir Kiryu, and I are going to give this everything we've got!
Adonis	AKATSKI is a good rival and irreplaceable friend of UNDEAD. We'll do our part to make this an excellent performance.
Kaoru 	That's right. Coming together as a "FUSION UNIT" is a good opportunity for us to prove our abilities to the agency.
Kuro 	I guess, working with you guys will at least make for an interesting show. Let's have some fun together.
Keito 	That's enough enthusiasm for now. Let's get back to the topic at hand.
Rei 	You're right. Young lady, which unit do you think is more suitable for taking the lead for this performance?
 	
== Prologue-2 ==
 	
Kuro 	OK. Next, we need to decide on the concert's setlist.
Souma 	Choosing the right opening song is vital. It needs to be something that gets the audience excited right from the start.
Rei 	Then we can also decide who will take the lead after that. We need a hype man who can keep the energy up for the entire FUSION LIVE♪
Koga 	Oh, that's a great idea. Every gig is different, so we should pick someone good for this event.
Adonis	I also agree with this line of thought.However, I wonder if I could live up to the task if I'm selected...
Kaoru 	Whatever happens, there's no need to worry because we'll all support you. Besides, with members like us, it'll be fine no matter who gets picked.
Rei 	I'm sorry to trouble you again, young lady, but could you settle this matter for us? We'll go with whichever idol you choose.
 	
== Prologue-3 ==
 	
Rei 	Now then. With UNDEAD's hype man decided, who will take the mantle for AKATSUKI?
Keito 	It doesn't necessarily have to be the leader. This is a tough choice.
Souma 	If it were up to me, I'd say Sir Hasumi or Sir Kiryu would be more suitable for the role...
Adonis	Kanzaki. I think you would perform that task admirably.
Souma 	Sir Adonis...!
Keito 	He's right. As AKATSUKI, the three of us stand together as equals.
Kuro 	Besides, the hype man won't have to do it alone. Our bond is thicker than blood. Whoever is chosen will have the full support of the other two members.
Kaoru 	Now that's what I call teamwork, but how are you going to decide if all of you are being so modest?
Souma 	Hmm... Well then, I believe Lady Anzu would be most qualified to choose. Your thoughts, Lady Anzu?
 	
== Prologue-4 ==
== Prologue-5 ==
 	
Keito 	That takes care of everything we need to go over for the performance... Wait, we still haven't decided on the encore song.
Souma 	A song we'll all sing together... While I'm sure that whatever we pick, the "fans" will be pleased...
Rei 	Of course, but I think it would be best to end with a bright, cheerful song. Should we go with "BRAND NEW STARTS!!" or "FUSIONIC STARS!!"?
Koga 	... Hm? Do you have somethign to say, Anzu? If you have an idea for which song is better, we're all ears. Come on, spit it out.
 	
Koga 	Awesome. That takes care of all the decisions for the show. And we've got a new song to learn. Let's get right to practicing!
Rei 	My, my. Aren't you all motivated, Koga? However, we don't have the practice room reserved—... Hm? You thought someone would say that, so you've already booked a room?
Adonis	I also wanted to start learning this song as soon as possible. Thank you, Anzu.
Kuro 	I was just int he mood to get my body moving. We don't have anything scheduled after this. Right, Hasumi?
Keito 	Correct. This is a special live, so we should have as many joint unit practices as possible. Chances like this are very rare, after all.
Souma 	I'm sure we'll learn all sorts of new things practicing together. It will make for a good "lesson".
Adonis	Ah, I could say the same. I'm sure there's a lot you could teach us, too.
Kaoru 	We've had some joint practice sessions before, but UNDEAD has continued to evolve so much more since then. Souma, if there's anything you want to know, feel free to ask♪
Souma 	Thank you. AKATSUKI has never had a "performance" that went fully "rock", so any advice you have is appreciated.
Koga 	By the way, after listening to the demo, I found the new song uses traditional Japanese instruments. Guess we could call it Japanese-style rock...
Keito 	That's right. The sounds of the shamisen and flute really add to the impact. It's a song that's unique to our two units. I can't wait to perform it on stage.
Kuro 	For sure. Before that though, we need to make sure that we're ready.
Kaoru 	...Anzu, you look very happy. You think that we're enthusiastic and reliable? Well then, I better do my best to practice.
Rei 	Everyone here looks ready to go. I'm looking for some great practice sessions leading up to the main show...♪
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Section 1=
== Section 1-1 ==
 	
Keito	The concert's about to start, and the audience is gradually taking their seats. According to our "producer", tickets for today were sold out immediately....? Sakuma, is something funny?
Rei 	Oh, it's nothing. I was just thinking back on the times you and I shared the stage together. We also had Koga and Kiryu with us at that time. How nostalgic.Now, we've made such wonderful friends in our respective units. It makes me wonder just how far we'll go in the future from here.
Keito	It certainly brings back strong memories... but we don't have time to dwell on that. We should show our best selves "now" to all the people who came for us.
Rei 	You're right. We can reminiscence later. Now it's time to take to the stage.
== Section 1-2 ==
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== Section 1-3 ==
Play PERFECTLY-IMPERFECT - UNDEAD × AKATSUKI
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Section 2=
== Section 2-1 ==
 	
Rei 	"Everybody, welcome to FUSION LIVE. Oh dear, just the impact of our first song seems to have already drained many of your souls.""Well now, aren't our new outfits fitting? Hehe, from all the cheering, I can tell you're enjoying them as well."
Keito 	"Thank you. For our next song, AKATSUKI and UNDEAD will come together for 'PERFECTLY-IMPERFECT'. I hope you'll enjoy this whole new side of us.""Today is a joint concert by our two units. Let's jump right in and start with our introductions."
Rei 	"... We are the wild hunters of the night who take on the name of our cursed existence—UNDEAD. I am Rei Sakuma, the vampire lord of darkness♪"
Kaoru 	"Thank you all for coming! I'm Kaoru Hakaze from UNDEAD.""I wanted to see you all just as much as you wanted to see me. Don't take your eyes off me today...!"
Koga 	"I'm UNDEAD's legendary Koga Ogami! Nice. I can feel you getting pumped.""Listen to our music! When you feel like it, scream and raise your fists! Don't start half-assing it. Give it your all until the end!"
Adonis	"I am Adonis Otogari of UNDEAD... and I never know what to say for these self-introductions.""In any case, as appreciation for you all coming today, I'll pour my heart into this performance."
Rei 	"... That covers the four members of UNDEAD♪ Next, let's welcome the members of AKATSUKI to introduce themselves."
Keito 	"The delicate yet resolute flowers in the moonlight—we are AKATSUKI. I am the leader, Keito Hasumi. It's a pleasure to be here.""For today's FUSION LIVE, we share the stage with our old friends in UNDEAD. I will do everything in my power to entertain you today."
Kuro 	"... Oh, thank you for the cheers. I'm AKATSUKI's Kuro Kiryu. When you call our name, we hear it.""AKATSUKI's performances are often based on traditional Japanese arts, but today we want to show you that we can do more than that. Please enjoy the show."
Souma 	"I am the modern-day samurai, Souma Kanzaki of AKATSUKI!""Are you enjoying the 'FUSION LIVE'? I hope that each and every one of you can enjoy every moment of our 'performance'!"
Keito 	"Please savor the harmony created by the two vastly different units, UNDEAD and AKATSUKI."
Rei 	"Now then, on to the next song—"
== Section 2-2 ==
Play Nightless World - UNDEAD OR Hyakka Ryouran, Akatsukiyo - AKATSUKI
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Section 3=
This is the section for UNDEAD. If you selected AKATSUKI, Sections 4 and 5 will play first.
== Section 3-1 ==
 	
Rei 	"That was UNDEAD's 'Nightless World'...♪
Kaoru	"You know, I've been thinking. There's a real contrast between your singing and your hosting, Rei... Think you can sometimes try being cooler when you're talking on stage?"
Rei 	"Don't you find this 'old man' talk charming? I thought everyone appreciated the gap between those two sides of me♪"
Koga 	"Enough with that 'charming' crap~! Was that last song great or what?"
Selected member:
== Section 3-2 ==
Play FORBIDDEN RAIN - UNDEAD
== Section 3-3 ==
 	
Koga 	"This FUSION LIVE is just getting started. I'm expecting y'all to get even wilder from here! Don't stop until it's over!"
Adonis	"Next on stage, we have AKATSUKI. Their performance is quite a contrast to what we do in UNDEAD, so you're in for something unique. Please enjoy their act to the fullest."
 	
Rei 	Ooh, young lady. Thanks to you, this show has been running smoothly.
Kaoru 	Nothing's better than being enveloped by our dear fans' cheers♪ While this may be a job for you, I hope that you're enjoying yourself too.
Adonis	That's right. I've been excited to watch AKATSUKI's performance. Do you mind if we watch from the wings?
Koga 	Hey, Adonis, looks like there are some monitors over there~ Let's go and watch the show! C'mon, AKATSUKI's performance is about to start.
Rei 	... Aah. Just as what I'd expect for Keito and his team, the fans cheer like crazy for every move they make. I can feel the passion of the audience even from here.
Koga 	Woah, they're really waving those swords around. They're not half bad.
Adonis	Anzu, care to join us? I would love to hear your thoughts on AKATSUKI's performance.
Kaoru 	You sure are studious, Adonis. Hey Anzu, I'd like to know too.
Rei 	Please sit over here, young lady. You get a special seat right in the midst of us.Now then, let's all settle in and enjoy the show♪
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Section 4=
This is the section for AKATSUKI. If you selected AKATSUKI, this section is grouped as part of Section 3.
== Section 4-1 ==
Play Hyakka Ryouran, Akatsukiyo - AKATSUKI
== Section 4-2 ==
 	
Kuro 	"That last song was "A Thousand Blossoms, the Night of Crimson Moon". Isn't it spectacular? The entire venue has been in a crimson tint."
Souma	"No matter how many times I see it, it's like a beautiful dream. It's a song that AKATSUKI has used to set the 'stage' for exciting performances from the very beginning."
Selected member:
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Section 5=
This is the section for AKATSUKI. If you selected AKATSUKI, this section is grouped as part of Section 3.
== Section 5-1 ==
Play Zan -Ketsui no Yaiba- - AKATSUKI
== Section 5-3 ==
 	
Keito	"How did you like the 'Strike -Blade of Resolve-'? Now, the end of the FUSION LIVE is fast approaching."
Kuro 	"We're passing the baton to UNDEAD now. See you in a bit."
 	
Keito	Whew, let's get a short break here. Have you been enjoying yourself too, Anzu?
Souma	... Looks like you have. I'm glad♪ Practicing that choreography during the "rehearsal" was a struggle, but I'm relieved that our hard work paid off.It's all thanks to Lady Anzu's guidance. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
Kuro 	Don't be modest, Kanzaki. You put in a ton of independent practice yourself.Hey miss, aren't you tired from all that standing? I brought a chair for you. Take a seat.
Keito	You can get a full view of UNDEAD's performance from the screen. Until we take the stage again, we'll be watching with you.... Hmph, they're doing as great as I expected. It's incredible how excited they've got the crowd.
Souma	"UNDEAD" has a real talent for motivating the audience. Even I'm finding myself getting caught up in the "rhythm" without thinking...♪
Kuro 	I've been watching them since my Yumenosaki Academy days. It looks like they've really been developing a presence.We can't let them beat us. We need to stay diligent. Miss Anzu, we'll keep counting on you...♪
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Section 6=
Note: The unit you did not select is who has dialogue in this section.
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Section 7=
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Section 8=
== Section 8-2 ==
Play BRAND NEW STARS!! or FUSIONIC STARS!! (based on prologue choice)
== Section 8-3 ==
 	
Kuro 	"Thanks for calling us back for an encore. We are also thinking we still wanted to perform. I'm happy that everyone's getting what they wanted."
Rei 	"We were all talking about how hearing your applause and cheers from backstage made us want to get right back up here. I'm glad we couldmeet with our lovely fans again."
Keito 	"Even in the middle of our encore song, we could still hear your cheers. Thank you for your passionate support, even to the end."
Rei 	"'The end'... doesn't hearing that just tear at your heart? However, this reluctance to part just serves as proof of how wonderful this event was.""Just as UNDEAD and AKATSUKI's music has touched your dear hearts, so to have you convey your feelings to us...♪"
Kaoru 	"Thanks for coming out today! Thanks to everyone for keeping the energy up. This is a show that I'll never forget.""—Promise you'll come to have fun with us again♪"
Koga 	"Even after putting all my heart and soul into our music, this would be a lousy stinkin' show if we didn't do this encore!""Alright, you all ready? We are..."
Koga & Adonis	"UNDEAD! (high-five)"
Adonis 	"... Hehe, thanks. Let's get our hearts pounding at the next show.""I hope you're looking forward to when that day comes. Until we meet again."
Keito 	"Next, AKATSUKI would like to thank the fans. Kiryu, care to start?"
Kuro 	"Hey hey, you're the one who proposed it; Shouldn't you go first? I can't think of something good on the spot like this...""Wasn't this a good chance to show off the best of our two units? I feel like we've shown something a little different from the usual AKATSUKI performance."
Souma 	"Quite. AKATSUKI 'rocking' like that was certainly something new. I'll be using this experience to further hone my craft.""I'll hold this memory dear to my heart and keep on training...♪"
Keito 	"Words fail me to express our appreciation for you all.""To our fellow unit, to the staff members, and above all, to our supportive fans—""Thank you very much. We will continue to sing with our gratitude for you in our hearts."
Koga 	"Alright everyone, take care going home! And see you again!"
Kaoru 	"I love you all~!"
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Ending=
== Ending-1 ==
 	
Kaoru 	Everyone, great work with the FUSION LIVE~ The fans were loving it. Guess you could call this show a success♪
Kuro 	Yeah, I was enjoying myself every second of it and was so bummed to see it end. I kept waving to the audience right until we left the stage.
Adonis	The fans were chanting our names right to the very end too.
Kaoru 	And it's really touching when they yell out their thanks. Really we should be thanking them.
Keito 	Wouldn't you say that returning that appreciation to the audience in the next performance is the real pleasure of being an idol?
Souma 	Agreed. It makes you want the next "show" to be just like... no, even better than today's "performance"♪
Koga 	Great points, guys. Even in the middle of the show I was trying to think of ways to make my performance even cooler.Man, just talking like this is making me pumped for the next gig♪
Keito 	We've just finished a show, and you're now talking about the next one... Well, but I understand the feeling.
Adonis	I'm also looking forward to the next show, but I would like to reflect on this one first. What do you all think of it?
Souma 	I'm also eager to hear Lady Anzu's feedback. I think she's still running around settling things for today's "event"...
Rei 	I suppose so? We might not be able to assist her with her duties as a producer, but we can show our gratitude to her when she's here.Everyone, get in your places...♪
== Ending-2 ==
 	
Kuro 	……おっ。時をすれば、嬢ちゃんの登場だな
Kaoru 	あはは、びっくりさせちゃった？実はあんずちゃんが来てくれるのを待ちながら、乾杯の準備をしてたんだよね
Keito 	撤収の時間が決まっていることは承知の上だが、この場で軽く労をねぎらうぐらいの時間はあるだろう
Koga 	ほらよ、テメ〜のぶんだ。紙コップってのがいかにも楽屋での乾杯って感じだけど、悪くね〜よな♪
Souma 	あんず殿、我とも乾杯しよう…… そして、良ければ今回の『らいぶ』についての感想を聞かせてもらえぬだろうか
Adonis	互いのステージを舞台袖から見ることはあったが、ステージ上の自分たちの姿を見ることはできないからな今回のライプの『プロデューサー』であるあんずから見た俺たちの話を聞かせてほしいんだ
Rei 	くくく。神崎くんもアドニスくんも熱心じゃのう。じゃが、ここで話し込むにはちと時間が足りぬかもしれんぞい我輩たちもまだ、着替えなどせねばならぬし。蓮巳くんの言うように、ここでは簡単な労いだけに留めようぞ
Kaoru 	え〜、せっかくならもっと話したいんだけどな。でも時間が決まってるなら仕方ないか
Koga 	楽屋にいられないなら、場所を移動すればいいだけの話じゃね〜のか？これまでの『FUSION UNIT』の中にも、ライブ後に移動して打ち上げをしたとこがあるって聞いたぜ
Souma 	……む？大神殿の言うように、打ち上げ用の会場を押さえてあると？
Keito 	公演の準備だけでも忙しかっただろうに、いつの間にそんな手配までしていたんだ
Kuro 	これも『プロデューサー』の仕事だって？ははっ、嬢ちゃんには敵わねぇな
Keito 	それでは、一息ついたら移動するかしかしこのメンバーでの打ち上げとなると騒がしくなりそうだな……
Rei 	今宵の宴はまだまだ終わらめということじゃな。打ち上げの席で、思う存分語り合おうぞ……♪
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