Amagawa Mayu's Aikatsu Ranking Performance: Stage 21

* **Performers:** Amagawa Mayu
* **Episode:** 14
* **Song:** Aile to Yell
* **Coords:** Villa Alaire Coord
* **Appeal:** Splattered Parade

## Start

Walking into the Dressing Room, Mayu held a set of 3 cards. She decided on a mere rare coord from her preferred brand. The idol was hesitant on using the brand she prided over, but it would be a great opportunity to promote Colorful Parade nonetheless. Considering it also holds a feather-theme, the Villa Alaire Coord would somehow match with everything else.

Placing the cards in their designated spots, she went through the dressing process before appearing in front of the crowd.

## Performance

*Returning from Heaven’s Gate, Mayu stepped onto a glossy black stage which currently reflected the flood of light sticks. With her head lowered and hands and feet slightly widened, she waited for the music to commence; and thus, she could begin the choreography.*

Let this thought fly

I'll deliver it to you straight away

I'll always be a star to light you up

Aile to Yell

*Upon the limelight finally projecting, it became evident that Mayu’s choreography was slightly more vigorous and wild, unlike the original. She thought it was a better fit to the instrumental. Hopping around the stage, a smile plastered on her face, the pop idol focused on making this her best performance yet.*

I wanted to tell you how exciting ~~this is~~

I wanted to collect ~~your~~ smiles

Next thing I know, I'm running ~~away~~

*The song itself spoke to her in ways she couldn’t describe—not because she didn’t know how exactly it made her feel. She knew; she just didn’t want to.*

This little back

I wrapped it up and pushed gently

I'll always remember the light

More, more, raise the volume

That singing voice is always on stage

You can help someone else be brave

(one, two, three!)

*Despite how shaky her voice initially sounded, it soothed out as she proceeded with the song and became even stronger. She became stronger. While also wandering in thought about everyone who had helped her up until now, Mayu realized she took many things for granted, no thanks to her ego. Her obsession of being better than everyone, despite her severely lacking, pushed everyone away. Perhaps she deserved the words Ryuu told her, or even Miyuki’s.*

Let this thought flutter

I'll deliver it to you straight away

*Almost forgetting that she had already entered the chorus, Mayu was one step behind in her plan of action. Her aura arrived shortly after two lines, yet seemingly no one caught onto how coherent it was with the song.*

I'll fill the sky

Let the future echo

I can go anywhere on these wings

I'll give you a shout-out

I'll always be a star to light you up

Aile to Yell

*She finished the first section with mild success, smiling genuinely as she saw many audience members firmly waving their glow sticks. Using the few tips Miyuki gave, she kept the crowd entertained while leading up to the second verse.*

Beyond the repeating days

The step I kept taking

There's no easy way to get there

It's like a worn out shoe sole

It's your ticket

Just so we can get a little closer

More, more, feel the rhythm

Your singing, I want to hear it

My courage will change

(three, two, one!)

*Whenever she stepped in a certain spot, splashes of color appeared on the dark platform. It matched the entire vibe the idol was going for. Her transparent lavender disc continued orbiting her, slyly expanding its width. The tiny stars danced along the river stream, glowing vibrant tints.*

Make this wish come true

I want it to happen straight away

We'll paint over the sky

Let's run with the light

I can go anywhere on these wings

I'll give you a shout-out

I will always be a star to light your way

Aile to Yell

*As the pace slowed down, Mayu softened her voice as a way of controlling it. She understood her mistake for reacting irrationally, especially since the announcement of the ranking. However, there were several sentiments she made that truly believed in. She wasn’t going to be the idol others wanted her to be, especially if it meant having to prove her worth to others. She was going to be an idol that she was satisfied as; nothing more, nothing less.*

Even in a difficult time when you feel like you're going to cry

This voice will smile at your side

I've got a hand for you

Let's make tomorrow brighter

(hey, let’s go!)

*Suddenly, as if they were shot from confetti cannons, rainbow-colored feathers slowly swayed from the sky and onto the painted stage.*

Let this thought flutter

I'll deliver it to you straight away

I'll fill the sky

Let the future echo

I can go anywhere on these wings

I'll give you a shout-out

I'll always be a star to light you up

Aile to Yell

*At last, Mayu performed a normal version of "Splattered Parade". With several paint buckets emerging for the illusion, a paintbrush appeared in Mayu's hand. Surrounded by white, she decides to dip the paintbrush in the many colors and shower the space; making a slashing motion in all directions. Besides the splotches of color around her, a mural of the brand's name appears behind her; although, it was much more vibrant than the real logo. She poses one last time as the song ends.*