Scenario:Kumbhira - Have Boar, Will Travel
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Have Boar, Will Travel
One afternoon members of the crew are discussing vacation plans. Kumbhira stumbles into this conversation, and she's asked where she would like to venture, although she finds herself unable to give a solid answer. Moments later Anila and Andira appear and invite Kumbhira, (Captain), and the others to go shopping.
It's been some time since Kumbhira first joined the crew.
One afternoon...
Vyrn: We should go to a place with a pretty view.
Lyria: That would be nice, but I'd rather go to somewhere with delicious food!
Having found some time off from their usual hectic adventures, a few members of the crew decide to take a vacation.
Unfortunately they can't seem to reach a consensus on the travel itinerary.
Kumbhira: Are you guys talking about that trip again?
Lyria: Yes! Eating new food is what makes travel worth it!
Vyrn: No, it's all about the views! What's better than seeing cool stuff?
Kumbhira: Hahaha... Sounds like you guys haven't gotten very far in your negotiations.
Choose: Kumbhira, where do you want to go?
Kumbhira: Huh, me?
Kumbhira: Well...
Lyria: Is there a place you want to see?
Kumbhira: Not really. I'm okay with anywhere.
Kumbhira: How about I help you guys prepare instead? I'm sure you need help packing or something, right?
Vyrn: Sure do! Thanks, Kumbhira! You're the best!
Lyria: Hehe, Kumbhira, you're like our big sister, constantly taking care of us!
Lyria: You always play with Vyrn and me—Oh, and you helped us with the cooking the other day too!
Kumbhira: I guess it's because I've spent a lot of time around younger kids. I've got ten younger brothers and sisters, you know, and each of them is wilder than any baby boar.
Vyrn: Ah, well, that explains why everyone considers you their big sis!
Kumbhira: Everyone? Surely not everyone...
Any version of Andira is a crew member
Andira: Kuuumbbhiiii!
No version of Andira in crew
???: Kuuumbbhiiii!
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Kumbhira: Oof!
Any version of Andira is a crew member
Like a monkey-shaped bat out of hell, Andira flies into the room and hug-tackles Kumbhira.
No version of Andira in crew
Like a monkey-shaped bat out of hell, the guardian of the west-northwest, Andira, flies into the room and hug-tackles Kumbhira.
Having heard that Kumbhira's joined the crew, she's come to the Grandcypher to pay her old friend a visit.
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Kumbhira: Andy! What the heck! We've got to teach you to warn people before you launch yourself at them!
Andira: Mmm... Kumbhi, you're so warm...
Any version of Anila is a crew member
Anila: Hehe. I thought Andira was just up to her hyperactive antics again, but then I realized she was just excited because she saw you from across the room, Kumbhira.
No version of Anila in crew
???: Hehe. I thought Andira was just up to her hyperactive antics again, but then I realized she was just excited because she saw you from across the room, Kumbhira.
This is Anila, the sheep guardian charged with protecting the south-southwest.
She's come to check up on Kumbhira, to make sure she's acclimating to the Grandcypher.
This is Anila, the sheep guardian charged with protecting the south-southwest.
She and Andira, with their characteristic sister-like warmth, have come to check up on Kumbhira.
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Kumbhira: Anila, you've come too.
Anila: Yes. This port town, it's got a merchant district with great bargains.
Andira: We thought we'd invite you guys to check it out with us!
Anila: So how about it? Want to come?
Putting the travel talk aside for now, the crew decides to head out for a day of shopping.
Vyrn: Heh-heh. I hope they've got juicy apples for sale.
Kumbhira: Andira, what is it that you want to buy anyway?
Andira: Nothing special. I just thought it would be fun!
Kumbhira: Wait, so you're not after anything in particular?
Anila: Sometimes the things you actually want find you... That's the true wonder of shopping.
Kumbhira: Hmm... Sure, if you say so...
Anila: Anyway, Andira, it's about time we left. Why don't you give dear Kumbhira a little space?
Andira winces at the thought; she's been attached to Kumbhira's back since boarding the Grandcypher.
Andira: Heh-heh... I'm fine like this! Kumbhira might get away if I don't hold on!
Lyria: Ahaha. You've even got your tail wrapped around her.
Kumbhira: Haha. You can take the monkey out of the jungle, but you can't take the monkey out of the girl.
Andira: Thaaaat's right! Some of us are born to horse and some of us are born to ride! Giddyap, Kumbhi!
Kumbhira: Fine, but you're definitely walking back to the Grandcypher. Got it?
Andira: I will definitely consider it!
Kumbhira: Seriously? I can't keep this up all day.
Lyria: Hehe. Shopping with you three is going to be so much fun!
Andira: Onward noble boar-steed! We've got stuff to buy!
With Andira's delighted cries pushing them on, (Captain), Vyrn, Lyria, Kumbhira, and Anila head for the market district.
Have Boar, Will Travel: Scene 2
After a few hours of frolicking in the market district, Kumbhira realizes she enjoys shopping with the others. Just as Anila finishes explaining the inherent joy in sharing experiences with friends, the conversation is cut short by a pair of ruffians threatening a shopkeeper.
(Captain), Lyria, Vyrn, and three of the Twelve Divine Generals are happily meandering through the market district.
Vyrn: Whoa, this place is packed!
Merchants are hawking their wares for far lower than normal, and hoards of hungry consumers have come to take advantage of the savings.
Kumbhira: ...
Vyrn: Huh? What is it, Kumbhira?
Kumbhira: It's nothing. There's just... way too many people.
Kumbhira: (These shops are bursting at the seams! I've only ever read about such crowds in books...)
Andira: Hey, Anila! They're selling fluffy clothes over here! Oh, and there's plushies too!
Anila: Oh my! There's so much! I'm paralyzed by all the choices!
Anila: But look at how cute this scarf is! So soft and white!
Lyria: Those vegetables look yummy, and these rare fruits—Oh, there's even a vendor handing out meat samples!
Kumbhira: (What gives? They're jumping at the chance to check out every little thing...)
Kumbhira: (First this store, then that one—are they seriously thinking of buying everything they come across?)
As each crew member haphazardly scours the stores, Kumbhira is left dumbfounded.
Anila: Now this is a nice texture. Here, Kumbhira, feel it.
Kumbhira: Oh, you're right. It's so soft...
Lyria: Andira, they're selling cotton candy over there!
Andira: Cotton candy? It's our lucky day!
Andira: Hey, Kumbhi, do you like cotton candy?
Kumbhira: Huh? Sure?
Andira: Good! That settles it! Next stop: cotton candy heaven!
Lyria: Haha! Let's go!
Anila: Hold on now, you two! Don't go wandering off on your own. Here, hold my hand!
Andira: Heh-heh. Can I use my tail?
Lyria: Haha, Andira, you grabbed Kumbhira with your tail again!
Kumbhira: Oh well, this way we won't get separated. Safety first.
Anila: Lyria, you hold my hand.
Lyria: Okay!
Kumbhira: Haha...
Kumbhira: (Even though we're not after anything in particular, I can't deny I'm enjoying myself...)
Kumbhira: (How weird. I've never felt this way before.)
Now armed with cotton candy aplenty, they continue through the district.
Kumbhira: (Oh, this choker is beautiful...)
Suddenly a gleam catches Kumbhira's eye, and she finds herself completely charmed by a beautiful necklace sitting in a store display.
Andira: Kumbhi! Look! They've got walnuts painted to look like little boars over here!
Kumbhira: Really? Where?
Despite her interest in the piece of jewelry, Kumbhira is unable to assert her own shopping desires.
Andira: Ooo, everybody! That grocer looks like they've got good stuff! Come on!
Vyrn: Whew... Can't we take a break first? My wings are howlin'...
Lyria: I bet they have apples though.
Vyrn: Yeah? What are we waitin' for! To the grocer!
Anila: Hehe. I love it when everyone is enjoying themselves.
Kumbhira: How about you, Anila? You having fun?
Anila: Of course! Visiting all of these shops with my good friends—I love it.
Kumbhira: Good friends, huh?
Kumbhira: (Maybe that's why this has been a strangely enjoyable afternoon?)
???: Seriously? That's still way too expensive!
???: B-but, I'll starve if I make it any cheaper!
The sounds of an argument spill out from the alleyway behind the crew.
Heading in the direction of the clamor, the crew finds several men surrounding a meek shopkeeper.
Rough Customer: I thought the customer was always right. They not teach you that at merchant school?
Anila: Those men... They've got blades on them.
Kumbhira: I don't think they're trying to negotiate for lower prices.
Rough Customer: Hey, what're you punks looking at! Get the hell out of here!
Kumbhira: We could say the same to you, pal. I promise this is going to go a lot better for you if you just leave now.
Rough Customer: Big words for a buncha kids! You don't know who you're dealing with!
The men draw their respective weapons and turn their attention toward (Captain)'s band.
Anila: Well, you warned them. Guess we have to rake them over the coals.
Kumbhira: Looking forward to it. Let's get 'em, Anila, (Captain)!
Have Boar, Will Travel: Scene 3
With their shopping adventures concluded, the crew head to the park to take a break. Anila advises Kumbhira, telling her to talk about her wants and needs with her friends. Kumbhira, having gained confidence since her travels with (Captain) began, promises Anila that she'll try to be more honest with her feelings.
After defeating the rowdy men, the crew continues exploring the market.
Soon enough, they finish their shopping and head to a nearby park for a stroll.
Kumbhira: I'm beat. How about we take a break?
Piglets: Squee-squee!
Sheep: Baaa!
Lyria: Hello, little friends! Do you want to play?
Andira: They're so soft and fluffy! It's a... It's a fluffydise!
Lyria and Andira run around the grass, chasing the animals.
Piglets: Squeal!
Sheep: Baaa!
Lyria: Squee-squee!
Andira: Baa, baa!
Vyrn: They've lost their minds...
Vyrn: Oh no, it's happened to you too, (Captain)!
Unable to contain the urge any longer, (Captain) bounds over to frolic with the animals.
Vyrn: Oh, um... I guess I'll go play too!
Vyrn: Make room for me! Squee-squee!
Anila: Hahaha! Look at them go!
Kumbhira: Haha, they're having so much fun.
Anila and Kumbhira sit on the sidelines, smiling and watching their friends make merry.
Andira: Yawn...
Lyria: Mmm... aah...
Kumbhira: Tired little tikes...
Having worn themselves out from their games, Andira is asleep on Anila's lap while Lyria has fallen asleep on Kumbhira's lap.
Vyrn is asleep on the stomach of (Captain), who is sprawled out in the grass beside Kumbhira and Anila.
Kumbhira: Okay, little friends, would you please keep everyone warm?
Piglets: Squee-squee!
Anila: You guys help the piglets!
Sheep: Baaa!
The little animals snuggle up against the dormant crew members.
Kumbhira: There, that should be comfy enough.
Andira: Heh-heh... Anila, you can pay with the fluffy stuff...
Anila: Haha... What's she dreaming about, I wonder?
Kumbhira: I bet she's happy she got to shop with you today, and she's dreaming about it now.
Anila: I wonder... I think she's actually happier that she got to have a day out with you.
Kumbhira: Huh?
Anila: Kumbhira, you've spent almost your whole life cooped up inside your village, right?
Anila: I can't even remember how many years it's been since your last excursion with us.
Kumbhira: No kidding. We've really only met for official guardian business.
Anila: That's exactly why hanging out with you today has been so important for Andira.
Kumbhira: Yeah, she's sweet...
Careful not to wake Lyria, Kumbhira leans over and lovingly strokes Andira's hair.
Anila: Andira said she wanted to make you happy.
Kumbhira: She did?
Anila: Yes. She said that you've always been so nice to her. She wants to repay you for your kindness.
Andira: Hey, Kumbhi, do you like cotton candy?
Andira: Kumbhi! Look! They've got walnuts painted to look like little boars over here!
Kumbhira: Now that I think about it, it did seem like she was only looking at items I would like.
Anila: I can see where she was coming from.
Anila: You've never been one to share what you want or what you like.
Anila: I think we'd all be happier if you tried opening up a bit more.
Kumbhira: Anila...
Kumbhira looks into Anila's kind eyes and takes a deep breath before confronting her own emotions.
Kumbhira: I think maybe I'm just afraid.
Kumbhira: Ever since I was a kid, I've had a lot of expectations put on me, being the divine boar and all...
Kumbhira: It became kind of an obsession to live up to that image.
Anila: Yeah, your village has an especially traditional view of the year spirits' role...
Kumbhira: Until now, I've never had anyone that I could share my real feelings with.
Kumbhira: I didn't know how they would react.
Kumbhira: And that's what's so scary.
Anila: You poor thing...
Anila: Thank you. I know it's not easy for you to let it all out.
Anila grins at Kumbhira, attempting to put the divine boar at ease.
Anila: If I'm being honest, then I find it frightening to express myself too.
Kumbhira: You do?
Anila: Yes. No one wants to accidentally produce conflict.
Anila: But then again, that's what makes it kind of exciting.
Anila: Sharing what you believe, learning what others know... Honest communication can be more than just scary.
Kumbhira: I wouldn't know...
Anila: Really? That's not the impression I got.
Kumbhira: What do you mean?
Anila: Weren't you the one who decided to leave your village and go on an adventure? Even though you knew it would be scary, you wanted to take that step.
Kumbhira: ...!
Kumbhira turns to look at the sleeping (Captain).
Kumbhira: I feel like I was almost daydreaming at the time...
Kumbhira: But maybe you're right.
Kumbhira: It was scary to think of all the possibilities, but I saw the potential in what I was doing.
Anila: So, how is it so far? The adventure with (Captain).
Kumbhira: There's new surprises every day; I'm learning so many things.
Kumbhira: Like how fun it can be to go shopping with everyone. I've never done that before.
Kumbhira: I think, little by little, I might be changing.
Kumbhira: I wonder if I can even change...
Anila: You can. I'm sure of it.
Anila: Not to mention (Captain) and I will always be here for you to help you along the way!
Kumbhira: I... appreciate that, Anila.
Kumbhira: I'll try to be more upfront about what I'm thinking.
Anila: Hehe. I can't wait to hear more from the real you.
Anila and Kumbhira exchange a smile of newfound mutual understanding.
The pair talk gleefully through the rest of the afternoon while (Captain), Vyrn, Lyria, and Andira continue their napping.
Have Boar, Will Travel: Scene 4
After returning to the Grandcypher, Andira surprises Kumbhira with the necklace she had been eyeing in the market. Moments later (Captain), Lyria, and Vyrn appear with a strikingly similar choker. Kumbhira, overjoyed by these displays of friendship, is finally able to talk about her desires, suggesting that the crew visit a remote hot spring for vacation.
Kumbhira: Hey, Andira. We're here now. You need to wake up.
Andira: That's okay. Today's a fluffy kinda day...
Kumbhira: What's that supposed to mean?
Anila: Haha. She's had her tail wound around you all the way back to the airship.
Kumbhira: Yeah... She's being an especially spoiled monkey today.
Anila, Andira, and Kumbhira arrive at the Grandcypher just after sundown.
However, (Captain), Vyrn, and Lyria have yet to return, choosing to attend to some errands in town instead.
Anila: Come on! Up and at 'em, Andira!
Andira: No thanks. I don't need any soup or patterns...
Anila: Andiiiira... You might miss your chance if you sleep any longer...
Andira: Ah! That's right!
Prodded by Anila's request, Andira suddenly snaps awake.
Andira: Good morning, Kumbhi!
Kumbhira: Whoa, good morning. You sure wake up fast.
Andira: That's because I've got something I want to give you!
Kumbhira: Huh? To me?
Andira: Yeah! I hope you like it!
Andira, grinning mischievously, hands Kumbhira a small package.
The divine boar unwraps it and cocks her head, wondering what could be inside.
Kumbhira: Holy bacon, it's that flower choker! Is it the same one from the accessory store?
Anila: Hehe. Of course. You were almost in a trance when you saw it.
Andira: That and I just thought it would look great on you, Kumbhi!
Andira: It's a present from both Anila and me!
Anila: There you have it. We hope you like it.
Kumbhira: Are you guys sure?
Anila & Andira: Of course!
Yep!
Yep!
Anila: It's to say thank you, Kumbhira. For everything you do for us.
Andira: Hehe. We love you, Kumbhi!
Kumbhira: Thank you, both!
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Kumbhira: Hamward! Stop popping out already!
Anila: Hahaha! Every time you're happy, Hamward decides to come out and say hello.
Andira: Yay! We made Kumbhi go all hampy!
Kumbhira: Go hampy? Please don't call it that...
Kumbhira: But... thank you both. I'm happy to have friends like you.
Hamward: Squee-squee!
Andira: Hehe. Hamward, you l'il cutie...
Andira bends down to give Hamward a hug, while Anila stands smiling at Kumbhira.
Anila: As long as we get to see your face light up, Kumbhira, there's nothing we wouldn't do for you.
Anila: That's why you can rely on us a little more. Just like we rely on you.
Kumbhira: Anila...
Anila: Didn't I tell you we would always be here for you?
Vyrn: Sorry, sorry! We didn't know all that would take so long!
Just then (Captain), Lyria, and Vyrn hurry back into the room, having apparently finished their errands.
Lyria: Hi, every—Whoa! That necklace!
Kumbhira: Huh? Hey!
(Captain) stands directly in front of Kumbhira, gripping a very familiar flower choker.
Kumbhira: Is that the same necklace? What is going on...
Vyrn: Um, well, we noticed you lookin' at one like it at the store.
Vyrn: And you're always so nice to us, so um...
Lyria: We thought we'd get it for you as a present, but that store was already sold out.
Vyrn: We were just going to come back, but (Captain) insisted on finding the same one, so we turned the whole market upside down.
Lyria: We saw one that looked like it, so we grabbed it up right away.
Vyrn: But I guess there's no point in having two of the same necklace...
Kumbhira: What are you saying!
Kumbhira: I love it! And I'll wear it with pride.
Kumbhira: Thank you, everyone. I'm not sure what to say...
Kumbhira: But you've all made me very, very happy!
Thomboar: Squee-squee!
Pigchelle: Squeal!
Kumbhira: Aah! Thomboar, Pigchelle!
Andira: Oh! Now you're double hampy!
Lyria: Hehe... I'm glad you like it!
Kumbhira: Ugh... This is so embarrassing...
Anila: Really? You're embarrassed when your little piglets appear?
Kumbhira: Yeah... You never know when they're gonna pop out...
Kumbhira: But, hmm...
Kumbhira: Maybe not knowing when isn't so bad. Well, not so bad.
Andira: That sounds like you kind of like it!
Andira: I'm gonna try to make you go hampy way more often!
Kumbhira: No! Now that does sound bad! Very bad!
Everyone gives a good-natured laugh at Kumbhira's exasperation.
Vyrn: Oh, by the way, we found this travel flier while we were rootin' around town.
Vyrn: Looks like this place would make for some pretty good sightseeing!
Kumbhira: Um, about that... There's a place I wouldn't mind showing everyone.
Lyria: Oh, really? Please tell us!
Kumbhira takes a deep breath and then turns toward Anila.
Anila smiles back and nods reassuringly, giving Kumbhira the strength to speak.
Kumbhira: On the eastern border of Phantagrande, there's a island with a bunch of famous springs. I heard about it from the priestess.
Kumbhira: I've always wanted to go there! Ever since I heard about it when I was a little girl, I've tried to imagine what kind of place it could be.
Vyrn: Whoa... She knows about islands way out there, huh?
Kumbhira: Yeah. I don't know much about it, but apparently a crew of skyfarers took her there a long time ago.
Kumbhira: Those springs are said to completely rid your body of exhaustion! Doesn't that sound like a great place to spend a relaxing vacation?
Kumbhira: That, and the view of the mountains from the water is supposed to be amazing! They even say that there was a king who would go there for the view alone!
Kumbhira: And the grapes! The grapes! So big and sweet and juicy!
Kumbhira: Oh and, and there are all sorts of springs with different kinds of water and temperature—
Anila: Haha! Who knew you were keeping all this inside?
Kumbhira: Ack!
Kumbhira: Sorry, I just got excited and went on a tangent...
Kumbhira: I just thought it would be a nice place to go on vacation...
Vyrn: Outdoor bath with a great view? Count me in!
Lyria: Me too! I want to try those grapes!
Choose: Me three! I'm the captain!
Kumbhira: Really? That's a relief...
Kumbhira: But I'm not sure that Vyrn and Lyria will want to do the same stuff.
Anila: Hehe. Never mind that. It will be a fun trip regardless.
Thomboar: Squee-squee!
The crew spends the rest of the evening planning the trip.
As Kumbhira engages with her precious crew mates, she adjusts the two nearly identical necklaces dangling from her neck.
Categories:
- Scenario Character: Vyrn
- Scenario Character: Lyria
- Scenario Character: Kumbhira
- Scenario Character: Andira
- Scenario Character: ???
- Scenario Character: Anila
- Character Fate Scenario
- Scenario Character: Rough Customer
- Scenario Character: Piglets
- Scenario Character: Sheep
- Scenario Character: Anila & Andira
- Scenario Character: Hamward
- Scenario Character: Thomboar
- Scenario Character: Pigchelle