Scenario:Eahta - Beauty of a Divergent World

Beauty of a Divergent World

Eahta reveals to (Captain) that the Eight-Life Katana was the cause of the nightmares, having manifested them from its desire to prevent all disaster by becoming the strongest weapon in the skies. He tells Fif and the captain that he too once sought to become the strongest as the sword did. However, since meeting them, he realized that true strength isn't quite what he originally thought it to be.

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One fine day on the Grandcypher deck, Eahta comes across (Captain) and the others.

Eahta calls out to (Captain), but to no response.

Eahta: It appears that something is still on your mind, captain.

Vyrn: Yeah... I guess the dream from the other night's still got (Captain) a bit rattled.

Lyria: Apparently the dream from the other night felt extremely real—one where something was terrorizing a village and its people.

The captain just can't seem to shake off the feeling that there was some significance or meaning to the dream. However, Eahta suggests a new approach.

Eahta: In that case, you would do well to seek out the source of the dream.

Lyria: (Captain) cannot move nor speak, forced to witness the gruesome scene in all its depravity.

Eahta: Wait here for a moment.

Vyrn: Hey, where are you—

Vyrn: Oof, there he goes again.

(Captain) and company wonder what Eahta could possibly mean, when the samurai returns with a single blade in hand.

Lyria: Oh, the Eight-Life Katana! Now that you mention it, you said you'd take care of it the other day...

Eight-Life Katana: ...

Eahta: You're awfully quiet for someone who enjoys prattling endlessly.

Eight-Life Katana: Hmph! If I'm not mistaken, you're the one who told me to keep quiet earlier.

Vyrn: Whoa! Th-the thing actually talks!

Eahta: I did not expect you to heed my words for once, sword.

Lyria: Um... Eahta? Is the "source" you were talking about supposed to be the Eight-Life Katana?

Eahta: Indeed.

Vyrn: Huh? Since when is this supposed to be some kind of cursed sword that gives nightmares to people!

Eight-Life Katana: If you have the gall to call yourself my owner, then understand your duty to become the strongest!

Eight-Life Katana: Nightmare? Bah! That was no nightmare, but a memory from the past! And it could be the future!

Eahta looks indignantly at the blade when (Captain) asks the Eight-Life Katana of its intentions.

Eight-Life Katana: Open your eyes! You never know when disaster can strike! A disaster not unlike the one you saw can very well happen again!

Eight-Life Katana: Your hometown could be next to succumb to destruction. But you can ensure that it will never happen...

Eight-Life Katana: How, you ask? By becoming the strongest! Cut down every last foe and protect everything you treasure without hesitation!

Once again, a nightmarish scene comes to life in (Captain)'s mind.

An unrelentingly vivid scene of despair creeps into (Captain)'s mind as visions of his hometown and loved ones succumb to violence.

Eahta: Hmph!

Eahta: You speak brazenly of vagueries with no substantiation. Your words are worth no more than rubbish.

Eight-Life Katana: Why, you...

Eahta: (Captain). You must remain true to yourself—do not let the fear of the unknown dictate your life.

Eahta: Forge your own path, and do not be led astray by those who do not have your best interests at heart.

Heeding Eahta's words, (Captain) stops reaching for the Eight-Life Katana and notices Vyrn and Lyria's worried faces.

Lyria: (Captain)? Are you okay?

Vyrn: It almost looked like the Eight-Life Katana possessed you for a second there or something.

Eahta: To protect those who you treasure, you must stay true to your heart.

Eahta: And you will, without a doubt in my mind, become the strongest you can be. Engrave this truth into your heart.

Eight-Life Katana: Spineless!

Eahta: Spineless or not, neither you nor I have the right to speak on (Captain)'s behalf. The captain's choice is not our decision.

Eahta: But if such a foe were to arise, it may very well threaten our way of life as we know it.

Eight-Life Katana: Exactly! That's why...

Eahta: An enemy that would steep this kaleidoscopic world in darkness...

Eahta: Haha, how fitting that would be... finally, an enemy worth wagering my life for!

Eight-Life Katana: ...! You mean to say that you would wield me against those who would threaten this world?

Eight-Life Katana: Unbelievable... Is this what it takes... to be the strongest?

Eight-Life Katana: (It's almost as if I should not be taking the form of this blade, but...)

Vyrn: If such a baddie were to show up, he'd challenge it himself, huh? Grandpa Katana's really something else...

Lyria: We should set a plate aside for (Captain) too... Come on, Vyrn!

Lyria: (Captain)... It doesn't matter how scary or evil they are. If such a foe ever showed up, I'll be right there with you.

Lyria: And I'll fight until the very end for your sake!

Vyrn: Yeah! And don't forget about me too!

Vyrn: You're not alone, so don't feel the need to bear everything yourself, buddy!

(Captain) smiles reassuredly upon hearing their kind words.

Eahta: ...

After his dialogue with the Eight-Life Katana, Eahta returns to his room when Fif shows up.

Fif: A threat to the sky, huh? You can bet I'll be there to blow 'em to bits with my magic, so don't worry!

Eahta: Gaha! It seems that I have nothing to fear then.

Eahta: I suppose all we can do is cut down any threats to the sky as they arise.

Eahta: Fif.

Fif: What is it?

Eahta: What would you do if I forgot who you were?

Fif: What kinda question is that? Your memory really does stink, doesn't it, Grampy?

Fif: I mean, you even forgot your name before, so I guess it could happen, huh?

Fif: Well, if you ever forget, I'll be there to tell you all you need to know all over again!

Fif: And not just me either! You have (Captain) and Narmaya too!

Eahta: I suppose you're right. Thank you.

Fif: Grampy's always gonna be Grampy no matter what!

Eahta: Allow me to thank you in advance then. Let's see... I think I had some sweets on the shelf for you...

The swordsman had once cut off everything from his life for the sake of becoming the strongest warrior.

However, in his old age, his understanding of true strength has changed significantly from his younger years.

Even in the winter of his life, his dedication to his goal remains resolute.