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Official Profile

Age	Unknown
Height	174 cm
Race	Primal Beast (Primarch)
Hobbies	None (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) Researching coffee (as of Sandalphon)
Likes	None (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) Coffee (as of Sandalphon)
Dislikes	Everything in the world (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) Nonsense (as of Sandalphon)
Character Release 騎空団への依頼が落ち着いた折、サンダルフォンは自分の喫茶店を開く時の参考にするために、様々な喫茶店を開拓していました。 その中で気に入った喫茶店に通っていたところ、たまたま同じ喫茶店に訪れたファスティバに自分の喫茶店をどんなお店にしたいのかと問われて── Character Release それぞれの道を歩み始めた天司達。自身の意思で空を守ると決意したサンダルフォンは、かつて自身で空に災厄を齎した自責の念もあり、たとえ他の皆がバカンスを勧めても、頑なに鎧を脱ぐ事のない日々を過ごしていました。しかしながら、今回の奇想天外で理解不可能な事件に真正面からぶつかることによって、心境に変化が…！ Character Release パンデモニウムで何が起きていたのか、そして災厄を齎す前サンダルフォンは何を想っていたのかーー。 フェイトエピソードでは、イベント「どうして空は蒼いのか」では語られなかった、サンダルフォン視点での物語が語られます。 Character Release 今回は珈琲を愛する天司として、チョコレートに合う組み合わせを求めて珈琲の試作に奮闘するエピソードになっています。やがて彼が見出した答えはなんでしょうか？

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Age	不明
Height	174cm
Race	星晶獣（天司）
Hobbies	なし (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) 珈琲の研究 (as of Sandalphon)
Likes	なし (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) 珈琲 (as of Sandalphon)
Dislikes	世界の全て (as Sandalphon (Earth Grand)) 非合理なこと (as of Sandalphon)
Character Release 騎空団への依頼が落ち着いた折、サンダルフォンは自分の喫茶店を開く時の参考にするために、様々な喫茶店を開拓していました。 その中で気に入った喫茶店に通っていたところ、たまたま同じ喫茶店に訪れたファスティバに自分の喫茶店をどんなお店にしたいのかと問われて── Character Release それぞれの道を歩み始めた天司達。自身の意思で空を守ると決意したサンダルフォンは、かつて自身で空に災厄を齎した自責の念もあり、たとえ他の皆がバカンスを勧めても、頑なに鎧を脱ぐ事のない日々を過ごしていました。しかしながら、今回の奇想天外で理解不可能な事件に真正面からぶつかることによって、心境に変化が…！ Character Release パンデモニウムで何が起きていたのか、そして災厄を齎す前サンダルフォンは何を想っていたのかーー。 フェイトエピソードでは、イベント「どうして空は蒼いのか」では語られなかった、サンダルフォン視点での物語が語られます。 Character Release 今回は珈琲を愛する天司として、チョコレートに合う組み合わせを求めて珈琲の試作に奮闘するエピソードになっています。やがて彼が見出した答えはなんでしょうか？

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Events

• What Makes the Sky Blue
• What Makes the Sky Blue II: Paradise Lost
• What Makes the Sky Blue III: 000
• The Maydays
• Tower of Babyl
• ZodiaCamp: The 2nd Divine Generals Assembly
• Prayers
• The Time a 37-Year-Old Former Imperial Soldier Expanded His Horizons through the Experience That Is Saunas
• Heart of the Sun

Trivia

• Sandalphon's skills are named after songs by the power metal band Sonata Arctica.
• Sandalphon easily becomes airsick, particularly when flying by any means other than his own wings.
• Sandalphon's character song skin uses the white-winged sprite first used in What Makes the Sky Blue II: Paradise Lost and What Makes the Sky Blue III: 000's event battles, differing only in dialogue and art. This sprite also shares the same Paradise Lost charge attack animation as his summon.

Etymology

• Sandalphon's name comes from an archangel in Jewish and Christian writing. The name itself means "co-brother", alluding to his status as being believed to be the twin brother of Metatron.

Special Cutscenes

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1	✔	Have a minute, (Captain)? I'm sure you can already guess, but this is a thank-you gift for the Valentine's Day sweets. You could say I went the extra mile to get this. Had to show you my appreciation for letting me into the crew. Here, it's all yours. A present from an archangel... You don't know how lucky you are, (Captain). Then again, fate is never an easy one to read.
2	✔	Do you have a moment, (Captain)? As you might have guessed, I have a gift for you. I suppose it wouldn't hurt to partake in Sky Realm customs again this year. Well, have at it. It pairs quite well with coffee. Heh. I must say you skydwellers think of everything. To devise an opportunity to express one's gratitude and strengthen the connections of the collective... It's fast and efficient. Not a bad way of thinking.
3	✔	I'll take that feigned ignorance as a sign that you know my purpose for being here, (Captain). I'm not planning on serving up sky-shattering surprises or anything like that. As long as I'm able to express my appreciation toward you, that will be good enough for me. I can name numerous examples of when you helped me. However, I hardly ever get the chance to show you my gratitude. Taking all that into account, creating a day for the express purpose of saying thank you makes perfect sense. Though I never could have imagined myself being an active participant... In any case, please accept my sincerest, heartfelt thanks, (Captain).
4	✔	Today's White Day. A day to give thank-you gifts in return for Valentine's and express your appreciation. I've always thought it was a pleasant holiday. Provides the perfect chance to build trust between members of a community. And, seeing as I've somehow become a member of your crew, I thought I'd remind you of how grateful I am. Thank you for everything, (Captain). It's nothing amazing, but I've made you the usual sweets and coffee. Both the roast and brew time should be to your liking. It'll pair well with the sweets. Drink up before it gets cold.
5	✔	Pardon the intrusion. I heard you just concluded a meeting that ran long today. Hm... I can plainly see the exhaustion on your face. I'll keep this short so you can get some quality sleep. Huh? This? It's just coffee. Seeing how it's White Day... I came up with a special blend for the occasion. You can try it some other time— Wait, now? Don't be silly. It's only going to keep you awake. Stop trying to snatch it from me, you fool! You will scald yourself if it spills! Sigh... Why are you so stubborn... Fine, but just one sip, understand? That's all you get for today. Haha... Your captaining skills rival that of a grizzled veteran, yet you throw tantrums with the fury of a child. You are such a strange mortal.
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Fate Episodes

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The Ideal Cafe

During one of his regular visits to a cafe that peaked his interest, Sandalphon runs into Ladiva, Cagliostro, and the boy they're looking after. When asked about the kind of cafe he would like to open, Sandalphon reflects on the owner and the way he runs this cafe.

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Sandalphon: (Hmm... The coffee here is rich, perfectly balancing the bitter and acidic flavors.)

Sandalphon: (On top of that, the menu has very few items, and the general atmosphere is calm and quiet. This place has been curated down to the smallest details.)

Seated inside a cafe, Sandalphon finishes his coffee and looks over at the owner working in the kitchen.

The man meets Sandalphon's gaze and tilts his head knowingly.

Owner: Would you like a refill?

Sandalphon: Yes, please. I'll have another cup of your house blend.

Owner: Coming right up.

Sandalphon: (It's nice that he keeps his customer interactions quick and simple.)

Ladiva: Here we are. Now remember what we said? No more taking candy from strangers and following them home.

Boy: Okaaay! Cagliostro, you go first!

Cagliostro: Are you even listening? Good grief... I swear you've got no sense of self-preservation.

Ladiva: Do you see any open seats?

Ladiva: Oh, if it isn't Sandalphon! Fancy meeting you here. Do you mind if we sit next to you?

Sandalphon: Not at all. I was just thinking I could use some company.

Permission granted, Ladiva and friends sit down and order their drinks.

Sandalphon: You've brought an interesting entourage today. I don't think I've ever seen you two together before.

Ladiva: Now that you mention it... Well, it just so happens that we got to know each other while rescuing this little one from kidnappers.

Boy: Thanks for that, by the way! I nearly got sold to some really bad people...

Cagliostro: You need to watch out for yourself, kid. Us cuties won't always be around to save you!

Boy: Right! Ehehe...

Cagliostro: Sheesh... Sandalphon, maybe a scolding from you will do the trick!

Sandalphon: Must you always act like that?

Cagliostro: What, is it a crime for the world's prettiest girl to show off her good side?

Cagliostro: Don't answer that—it was rhetorical. What are you doing here anyway? Checking out cafes now that we've got some time off?

Sandalphon: That's right.

Sandalphon: I visited several, but this is the one I keep coming back to. Something about it calls to me.

Ladiva: The place is very nice. I should take some notes for when I open Raduga next.

Ladiva: Speaking of which... Sandalphon, you want to open your own cafe, right?

Ladiva: Are you thinking of taking inspiration from here?

Sandalphon: Maybe... At the very least, I think Lucifer wouldn't find fault with an establishment that focuses on brewing excellent coffee.

Ladiva: Hehe, I understand. Wanting to create something that your loved ones would approve of is only natural...

Ladiva: Add in what you yourself want, and I'm sure you'll come up with something wonderful.

Sandalphon: What I want... Now that I think about it, I've never gone to a cafe with Lucifer before.

Sandalphon: I used to think locations only held as much meaning as whoever I could meet there...

Sandalphon: I... have no clue what my ideal cafe would look like.

Seeing Sandalphon start to drown in his own thoughts, Ladiva throws him a lifeline.

Ladiva: My goal with Raduga is to make it a warm, safe place for all who visit.

Ladiva: I only hope I'm succeeding.

Cagliostro: Have you seen all the people sprawled out over your bar? You've got nothing to worry about.

Ladiva: Hehe, thanks, Cagliostro.

Cagliostro: In my case, whenever I'm looking for a place to sit down, it's because I've hit a wall with my research and need a change of pace. Ideally, I'd want somewhere quiet.

Cagliostro: This particular cafe isn't half bad. I might come alone sometime to organize my thoughts.

Sandalphon: Hmm... I guess this place is welcoming even to solo visitors.

Sandalphon: The chairs are also stiff enough to be proper, but cushioned enough to relax on. The lighting is also balanced to a soothing level.

Sandalphon: I just feel like there's also something else I'm not seeing... Something more...

Cagliostro: If it bothers you, then figure it out.

Cagliostro: Thorough research and analysis is what created this super-duper beauty right here, after all!

Boy: Yeah, you should listen to Cagliostro! She knows what she's talking about! She's like the perfect girl!

Boy: That's why I... I...

Sandalphon: (So that's how he sees her...)

Cagliostro: Well, I am the world's number-one cutie. It's no wonder you'd feel that way!

Cagliostro: But make no mistake. You and I are very different beings at our core. I'm probably more monster than human at this point.

Ladiva: Cagliostro...

Cagliostro: It'd be for the best if you kept your feelings to yourself.

Boy: O-okay...

Ladiva: There's nothing to be ashamed of. Your love is still precious, even if it isn't returned.

The boy's shoulders sag as he looks dejectedly down at the table.

Sandalphon: (That hit him hard, but is there anything I can really say to make things better?)

In one smooth motion, the owner places a plate of custard pudding in front of the boy.

Boy: Pudding?

Owner: Courtesy of the young lady.

Cagliostro: Ah... Right, I'll pay for it. Sorry to make you go to the trouble.

Taking a bite of the jiggly treat, the boy brightens up immediately.

Boy: It's sweet... Yum!

Boy: Cagliostro, Ladiva... Can we come here again sometime?

Cagliostro: That depends... I suppose until you learn to keep yourself safe, someone will need to keep an eye on you.

Ladiva: I'd love to spend more time chatting with you darlings!

Meanwhile, in the kitchen, the cafe's owner quietly polishes a cup with a cloth.

Sandalphon: (Wait... Is he actively cultivating the atmosphere in here?)

Sandalphon: (Maybe I'll be able to figure out my ideal cafe sooner than I expected...)

Sandalphon muses to himself as he continues to watch the owner working from afar.

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A Cup Full of Memories

Stopping by the cafe again, Sandalphon is served by the owner's granddaughter, who is standing in for her grandfather for the day. He offers his help after noticing her struggle to brew a cup of the house blend, which she accepts. The owner stops by later and scolds his granddaughter, as she had opened the cafe without his permission in hopes of being useful to him.

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Today finds Sandalphon once again taking a seat at the cafe he has been frequenting.

Employee: W-welcome! Can I take your order?

Sandalphon: (I don't see the owner anywhere... Is she the one making the drinks today?)

Despite his doubts, Sandalphon decides to order the beverage he chose last time.

Sandalphon: I'll have the house blend, please.

Employee: A cup of the house blend, c-coming right up!

Returning to the kitchen, the employee carefully retrieves the coffee beans and pours them into a grinder.

Employee: The old man always goes for a medium grind... I just need to turn it slowly and take my time...

Sandalphon: (You're speaking your thoughts out loud, you know...)

Employee: Think, girl, think... Remember how he does it! I'm pretty sure this is the way...

Sandalphon: (This brings back memories... I remember when Lucifer taught me how to brew coffee in the beginning.)

Sandalphon: (I tried to smash the beans with my bare hands after being told they had to be milled.)

Sandalphon: (Thankfully, he stopped me in time.)

Sandalphon: ...

As Sandalphon reminisces, the employee continues to struggle, muttering to herself and filling the air with a sense of unease.

Employee: How long does he usually let the hot water sit for? I don't exactly recall...

Employee: Huh? There's a lot more drippers than I thought there'd be! Which one would he use for this...

Sandalphon: (I've got a bad feeling about this...)

Eventually, a steaming cup of fragrant coffee is brought before Sandalphon.

Employee: S-sorry to keep you waiting! Please, enjoy!

She nervously places down the cup before returning to the kitchen.

Sandalphon: (The aroma is the same as usual...)

Just as he prepares to take a sip, he pauses.

Employee: Hnngh... I wonder if I did it right...

From the kitchen, the employee watches Sandalphon with bated breath.

Sandalphon: (I can feel her gaze burrowing into me...)

He finally takes a sip, doing his best to ignore his audience.

Sandalphon: (Oh. The acidity is overwhelming... None of the usual bitterness is present.)

Employee: W-welcome!

Regular: Huh, ain't you the old man's... Eh, I'll have the usual. You know what that is?

Employee: Y-yes, the house blend, right? Coming right up!

Employee: H-here you are! One cup of the house blend!

Sandalphon: (She guessed her way through the process again...)

Employee: Ngh... I hope that was fine...

Regular: This... This ain't it.

The man puts down money on his table and leaves before the employee can react.

Employee: Oh, no... He's a regular, isn't he? I just messed up big time...

As the woman's eyes well up with tears, Sandalphon hesitantly calls for her attention.

Sandalphon: Excuse me.

Sandalphon: I don't mean to be rude, but your coffee was a lot more acidic than what the owner usually makes.

Sandalphon: I believe you let the hot water sit for too long. You also didn't give the ground beans enough time to steam.

Employee: W-wow! How do you know all that?

Sandalphon: I've got some experience with brewing coffee, though I'm no expert on the subject.

Employee: Th-that's good enough for me! Please, won't you help me in the kitchen?

Sandalphon: Huh?

Granddaughter: I'm actually the granddaughter of the proprietor of this cafe. He suddenly collapsed this morning, but the doctor said he'd be okay after resting for a day...

Sandalphon: So that's how you came to run the place in his stead. You don't seem trained for the job, though.

Granddaughter: That's because Gramps usually never lets me help him. I learned the basics of brewing a long time ago, but everything else is me copying what I've seen him doing.

Sandalphon: Really? I'm impressed you were able to recreate the flavors to the degree that you did. You must have been observing very closely.

Granddaughter: Yeah, well... He's getting on in years. I keep telling him it's about time for me to take over, but he keeps telling me I'm too wet behind the ears for the job.

Sandalphon: Judging by your technique today, he might be right about that...

Granddaughter: But how am I supposed to learn if he doesn't teach me? I just want to be useful to him!

Sandalphon: ...

Sandalphon: I just want to be useful to you...

Sandalphon: All right. If you think I'll actually be of assistance, then I'll help.

Granddaughter: Oh, thank you, thank you! I'll be sure to listen and learn!

In an unexpected turn of events, Sandalphon goes from customer to temporary employee, joining the owner's granddaughter in the kitchen.

Customer 1: Hi, can I get the house blend?

Sandalphon: Yeah, sure—

Sandalphon: (Hold on, the owner is usually a little more polite with his guests. This is his place, so I should probably do things his way.)

Sandalphon: Of course. Coming right up.

Overhearing the order from the kitchen, the owner's granddaughter begins to boil water and grind the proper beans.

Granddaughter: That woman's a pretty famous coffee connoisseur. She'll definitely sink our reputation if we mess up here...

Sandalphon: Don't let yourself think about that. Just focus on making the drink the way your grandfather would.

Granddaughter: Yeah, okay! My problem last time was letting the water cool too much, right? Do you think it's a good temperature now?

Sandalphon: No, not yet...

Sandalphon: ...

Sandalphon: Now!

Granddaughter: G-got it!

She follows Sandalphon's instructions to the letter, until finally the finished drink is brought before the customer.

Customer 1: The balance between the bitter and acidic flavors is exquisite—proof of not only an excellent choice in bean, but also excellent temperature control in the brewing process. Bravo.

Sandalphon: I'm pleased to hear you say as much, thank you.

Granddaughter: Did you hear that? This is all thanks to you, Sandalphon!

Sandalphon: Heh, I've gotta admit, it's pretty satisfying to receive a glowing review from a coffee expert.

Customer 1: Now for the last half of the cup...

After sipping the first half of her drink, the customer grabs the milk container on the table and begins pouring into her cup.

Sandalphon: (Excuse me? Why would she add milk after experiencing the complex flavors of the coffee?)

Sandalphon: (And so much too... That may as well just be a cup of milk at this point!)

Customer 1: Oh, I love a good blend of milk and coffee...

Sandalphon: Ngh...

Granddaughter: Are... you okay? Did you just get a stomachache or something?

Sandalphon: I-I'm fine. Perfectly fine. Everyone has their own way of enjoying things...

As the day goes on, groups of female customers, elderly couples, and all sorts of other guests fill the tables of the cafe.

Customer 2: Yeah? I mean, I know you're doing what you can.

Customer 3: I knew you'd understand! I feel so much better after venting...

Sandalphon: That customer's also adding milk...

Sandalphon: But I guess I can't complain if they're all having a good time.

As the last customer leaves the premises, the owner rushes into the store, white as a sheet.

Owner: Why is it open? It should have been closed for the day.

Sandalphon: Oh? Apologies for not asking permission first, sir, but I helped run the cafe with your granddaughter today.

Owner: I recognize that face... You've been a regular patron lately. I'm sorry my granddaughter put you through the trouble.

Sandalphon: It was no trouble at all. Are you sure you should be up and about? I heard you fainted this morning.

Owner: I'm perfectly fine. It was just an old issue flaring up. As for you...

Facing his granddaughter, the owner's tone drastically shifts.

Owner: Who gave you permission to open the cafe? Because it sure wasn't me!

Sandalphon: Oh... Is that true? You did everything without asking him first?

Granddaughter: I-I'm sorry! I just couldn't sit around when my gramps was worried sick about the business...

Granddaughter: Gramps, look, I know you're mad, but thanks to Sandalphon here, I finally know how to brew a proper cup of coffee! I can handle taking over—

Owner: Enough. Perhaps I haven't been clear until now, but when I said that I'm not handing you the business, I meant it. It won't go to you, even if I get too old to run the place anymore.

Granddaughter: ...!

Sandalphon: Sir...

Granddaughter: I just wanted... to be useful to you...

Sandalphon: Wait...

Owner: Sigh... I'm sorry you had to see that.

Sandalphon: You know, she really put in a lot of effort today. I could tell how much she wanted to be there for you and for the cafe.

Sandalphon: Perhaps she isn't going about it in the most productive way, but surely you can tell how much she cares.

Owner: I...

Sandalphon: I might be overstepping my boundaries, but... I know how frustrating it is to fail someone you care about. But that's only her side of the story. If you're willing, I'd like to listen to yours.

Owner: No, no, I couldn't possibly trouble you further. You're supposed to be a customer...

Sandalphon: Heh, hearing that stings a little after working here all day.

Owner: I didn't mean... Oh, all right. Why don't we brew ourselves a cup before we chat?

Agreeing, Sandalphon watches the owner flip the open sign closed before following him into the kitchen.

A Cup Full of Memories: Scene 2

To help the owner and his granddaughter make up, Sandalphon has them sit down and brews them cups of coffee. Watching them chat and reminisce, he recalls his own time enjoying coffee with Lucifer and decides that, if he ever opened his own cafe, he would want it to be a place where everyone can relax with the people they love.

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Inside the closed cafe, Sandalphon and the owner sit across each other, each nursing their own cup of coffee.

Sandalphon: Your granddaughter seems especially committed to taking over the cafe...

Owner: She used to spend a lot of time here when she was young, since her parents were too busy with work to look after her.

Owner: Growing up trapped in one place, this cafe became her whole world.

Sandalphon: Is that so...

Sandalphon: (I know what that's like. The entirety of my world was once the garden Lucifer and I shared.)

Owner: But the world's bigger than one lone cafe. She should be free to spread her wings and see what else is waiting out there.

Sandalphon: ...!

Sandalphon: Free to spread her wings, huh...

Sandalphon: (I bet she has no idea that's how her grandfather feels. There must be something I can do to help...)

Owner: We used to sit together like this, enjoying coffee together... Then I started shooing her away. But it's for the best.

Sandalphon: ...

Sandalphon: I realize this is a lot to ask of you, but after closing tomorrow, could I borrow your kitchen?

The next day arrives, and so does the agreed-upon time.

Sandalphon: Welcome. Please have a seat anywhere you like.

Granddaughter: Um... You wanted me to be here, right? What is going on?

Sandalphon: Today, you and your grandfather are customers. Can I take your orders?

Owner: Even me, huh... All right, I'll have the house blend.

Granddaughter: I guess I'll have the same.

Before long, the fragrant scent of freshly brewed coffee fills the air as Sandalphon brings out two steaming cups.

Granddaughter: Oh! Is this...

Smiling in anticipation, the woman eagerly takes a sip.

Granddaughter: Hehe, it is! Gramps used to make this soy milk and honey coffee for me all the time when I was young. But how...

Sandalphon: He taught me. Apparently he only brews black coffee, but made a special exception for you.

Meanwhile, the owner takes a sip of Sandalphon's coffee, his expression finally relaxing.

Owner: This sure brings back memories... Sharing coffee with you after a long day... Soothed me to my soul, it did.

Granddaughter: Yeah... It did wonders for me too.

From the kitchen, Sandalphon watches over the family as they slowly begin their heart-to-heart conversation.

Sandalphon: (Nothing could ever replace the time I spent drinking coffee with Lucifer.)

Sandalphon: (If I ever opened my own cafe, I'd like it to also be a place where people can relax with their loved ones...)

The conversation between the owner and his granddaughter carries on for some time, before drawing to a conclusive close.

Granddaughter: If that's the case, then I definitely want to inherit the cafe.

Owner: You still won't change your mind...
All right, I won't try to stop you anymore.

Owner: You're free to run this place in the way that you see fit.

Granddaughter: Fine by me. Then first things first, we're adding the soy-milk-honey coffee to the menu.

Sandalphon: ...?

Owner: What? That's a recipe I made for you when you were young! It's not refined...

Sandalphon: Pardon me for interrupting, but I have to agree with your grandfather. An item like that would go against the carefully crafted atmosphere of the cafe...

Granddaughter: But that drink was made out of love for me, right? That sounds like it's more than good enough to share with our customers.

Owner: Ngh... I suppose that's true. I also did hand over the reins to you...

Granddaughter: Oh, we should add coffee floats too! Pack them with ice cream and whipped cream, and sprinkle heart-shaped chocolate chips over the top!

Sandalphon: I think the power's going to your head!

Granddaughter: You think? I grew up being spoiled by the customers here, so I kind of want to pay that back by welcoming all sorts of customers in.

Owner: Well... As long as you're thinking of the customers' satisfaction...

Sandalphon: I suppose a bit of creativity can't hurt...

Granddaughter: You're with me on this, aren't you, Gramps?

Owner: I-I am...

The three of them brainstorm other new menu items, working late into the night as they let the ideas flow.

A Cup Full of Memories: Scene 3

The owner's granddaughter adds special milk coffee drinks to the menu, which Vyrn, Lyria, and other lovers of sweets greatly enjoy. Upon being asked again what his ideal cafe would be like, Sandalphon realizes he would also like it to be a place where even novice coffee drinkers can appreciate the menu.

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Lyria: The spiced-milk coffee is sweet, but also a little bit bitter. I like it a lot!

Vyrn: My honey-apple coffee with milk is pretty good too! Never thought a flavor combo like this would work!

(Captain), Lyria, and Vyrn sit inside the cafe, having been invited along by Sandalphon.

Lyria: The custard pudding is also yummy... Thanks for bringing us here, Sandalphon!

Sandalphon: I'm glad you're enjoying yourselves, but the standout item here is the house blend...

The owner's granddaughter grins over at the group from where she stands in the kitchen.

Sandalphon looks to (Captain) with a silent plea in his eyes.

Sandalphon: (Captain)...

1. I'll have a cup of the house blend.
2. I'll have a white-chocolate mocha.

Choose: I'll have a cup of the house blend.

Sandalphon: Excellent. I'm certain you'll be able to appreciate the rich flavors.

Go to "Continue 1"

Choose: I'll have a white-chocolate mocha.

Sandalphon: I suppose if that's what you want...

Continue 1

Regular: I'll have the usual.

Granddaughter: Oh! Of course! Coming right up!

A nervous tension grows in the air, but the granddaughter brews the coffee with experienced movements. Soon after, she places the man's order in front of him.

Regular: ...

Granddaughter: Hnngh... This time I nailed it for sure!

Sandalphon: (He's going to have a hard time enjoying it when she's staring a hole into his head...)

Setting his cup down harder than normal, Sandalphon catches the granddaughter's attention and sends her a pointed look.

Granddaughter: Ah!

Taking the hint, she quickly returns to the kitchen and starts washing dishes like nothing happened.

Ladiva: Hello, hello. I took a peek at the menu you've got outside. Looks like you've really increased your options!

Granddaughter: Welcome! Yes, we've come up with a bunch of new menu items!

Boy: There's so many, I don't know what to pick...

Granddaughter: How about going with my favorite drink? It's nice and sweet!

Boy: Okay! Make it extra sweet, please!

Cagliostro: So, Sandalphon... You ended up liking this place so much you brought them new customers.

Sandalphon: You're making it sound like I have an ulterior motive. I only wanted to make an introduction.

Ladiva: Hehe, I understand that. You want the people you love to love the same things you do.

Sandalphon: Heh... Couldn't have put it better myself.

Vyrn: Look at you, being all honest. Our little Grumplephon's grown up.

Sandalphon: As surprising as it might be, even I'm capable of maturing.

Sandalphon: Still, some things never change. You grumble just as much as ever, but it's almost comforting in a way.

Vyrn: Hey! I say one nice thing, and this is the thanks I get!

While everyone trades playful barbs, their drinks are brought to the table.

Boy: Yum, this is sweet! What is it?

Granddaughter: Hehe, it's soy-milk-honey coffee, with extra honey just for you. I'm glad you like it!

Boy: Thanks! It's exactly what I needed before my big talk.

Ladiva: Oh, that's right. What was it that you wanted to chat about?

Boy: So I gave it some thought and... Cagliostro, I really...

Cagliostro: Hold on, I thought I made myself clear about that.

Sandalphon frowns in concern, recalling their previous interaction.

Sandalphon: (He couldn't give up on his feelings for Cagliostro... But what can we do?)

Boy: I just... really want you to be my inspiration!

Cagliostro: Excuse me?

Boy: The truth is, I want to look cute and wear cute clothes like you, Cagliostro.

Cagliostro: Well... In that case, I'd be happy to help you.

Boy: Do you really think I can do it? Can I actually be... cute?

Cagliostro: Cuteness is cultivated. If you hold your head high, you can make it happen. Confidence is key.

Boy: O-okay!

Ladiva: Why don't we go shopping for clothes later? We can pick out something nice together!

Boy: Yay! I can wear the things I like from now on!

Ladiva: You sure can. Live true to yourself, and nothing in life is impossible!

The words bring to Sandalphon's mind the conversation between the cafe's owner and his granddaughter.

Owner: You're free to run this place in the way that you see fit.

Sandalphon: (Having the freedom to choose... and be true to oneself...)

Sandalphon: (Lucifer wanted us archangels to live free from our roles.)

Sandalphon: (I wonder if that also included being true to ourselves...)

While Sandalphon ponders, the regular customer rises from his seat to hand his payment directly to the owner's granddaughter.

Regular: Thanks for brewing it the way the old man does... and it's nice to see all these new folks in here. Keep it up.

Granddaughter: Th-thanks!

Sandalphon: ...

Ladiva: So that's how you ended up crafting a menu that even inexperienced coffee-drinkers could enjoy...

Sandalphon: I honestly wasn't certain how this was going to go, but judging by the happy faces around, I think it was the right call.

Boy: Last time I could only order an orange juice, so I like the new menu a lot!

Lyria: Me too! Being able to try lots of different coffee drinks is fun!

Ladiva: Good things come from the freedom to express yourself while staying true to yourself, wouldn't you say?

Cagliostro: Your instincts won't lead you astray when it comes to these things.

Cagliostro: The way you express yourself is born from the experiences that brought you this far, after all.

Cagliostro: Acting on free will is basically the same thing as showing who you are inside.

Sandalphon: So having the freedom to choose... and be true to oneself...

As understanding dawns on Sandalphon, Ladiva turns to ask him a question.

Ladiva: Hehe, have you figured out the kind of cafe you'd like to open?

Sandalphon: Yes. I think my ideal place would be...

Sandalphon: One where you can relax with the people who mean most to you.

Sandalphon: I don't know how Lucifer would judge such a place...

He sees the boy happily drinking his coffee and recalls all the other joyful customers he has observed these past couple of days.

Sandalphon: But I'd like everyone—even inexperienced coffee drinkers—to enjoy themselves when they swing by.

Ladiva: Hehe, that sounds lovely! You've really put a lot of thought and care into the idea.

Sandalphon: Whether or not I can create a good original blend is still up in the air though...

Lyria: I can't wait to see you build your own cafe! I wonder what it'll look like!

Vyrn: You should slap apple pies on the menu while you're at it.

Lyria: That's a good idea! Oh, we should add cheesecake too! There's a really nice bakery around the corner—

Cagliostro: If we're getting cake, then I want a strawberry shortcake!

Amid the scent of freshly brewed coffee, the lighthearted conversation carries on in the comfortable cafe.

A gentle smile forms on Sandalphon's lips as he takes in the scene.

Sandalphon: ...

Glancing outside the window, he spots a single white bird taking off into the big, blue sky.

Sandalphon: Lucifer...

Sandalphon: Since the day you taught me about coffee, my life has never been the same. Our time together guides me even now.

Sandalphon: I wonder if you've been keeping an eye on me. I've experienced so much... including the burden of these twelve wings and their respective roles.

Sandalphon: I wish to continue carrying this burden and see where the future leads...

Sandalphon: But not alone.

Sandalphon: Lucifer. (Captain). Vyrn. Lyria. Everyone else.

Sandalphon: I'll continue forging ahead with all of you who brought me this far.

Sandalphon: That's what I've decided for myself.

Sandalphon: Then one day... I can be proud of who I've become when I see you next, Lucifer...

Sandalphon watches the small bird fly farther and farther into the distance.

As he does, the sun shines down on him through the window, bathing him in its gentle warmth.

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