Pia/Stories
Quotes
- On Sortied
- On Entering a Room
- When Quest Begins
- Well, can we head out?
- Are you all ready to go?
- Response to Beginning of a Quest
- Coming!
- Just say the word!
- When Controlling Character in Quest
- When Controlling Character in Quest
- When Receiving a Heal
- You're a life saver.
- That was a close one...
- When Entering a Boss' Room
- This is the end!
- Let our hearts beat as one!
- Response to Entering a Boss' Room
- Right! I won't lose here!
- Right! Let's lower the curtain on this!
- Upon Getting to Low Health
- This...isn't good...
- Yep, definitely a toughie...
- Upon Opening a Chest
- Oooh! Treasure!
- I wonder if we got anything good!
- Boss on Low Health
- One last encore!
- Almost...there...
- Boss Enters Break State
- Oh, this is our chance!
- Now! Let's give it our all!
- Rare Enemy Spawns
- Well, that's a rare one.
- Oooh, look at that! Don't let it get away!
- Upon Death
- I'm...exhausted...
- Just need to... rest my eyes...
- Player Uses Damaging Skill
- That was incredible!
- Woooow, amazing!
- When Shape Shifting is Ready
- The dragon's ready to go!
- Hey dragon, lend me your power!
- Shape Shifting into Dragon
- Idle During Quest
- *yawn*... Got a little sleepy there...
- Are we gonna get going or what?
- Quest Clear
- Quest Failure
- Home Screen Walking
- What wonderful weather today!
- Hmm, where to go today...
- Shall I sing a song?
- Let's see, for today's practice exercise...
- Hmm, I wonder what's for dinner...
- Where are you, Mr. Mouse?
- Home Screen Inside
- Mr. Mouse disappears from time to time, but he always comes back with a present for me!
- Thinking about making people smile with my voice really helps me sing at my best.
- Mr. Mouse is a great friend! He always lends his ear when I'm worried about stuff.
- The choir sings lots of different songs. When we have a tough one, we all discuss how best to do it.
- I'm not a picky eater at all. Everything's delish to me!
- I can tie the ribbon on my outfit myself. My mother taught me how.
- Home Screen Portrait
- Collection Portrait
- At The Halidom
- Uwah! What is it?
- What sort of song should I sing?
- Do you know Mr. Mouse?
- On Promotion to 5
- There's nothin' I can't do now!
Adventurer Story Episodes
In Search of a Partner
All right, that does it for our errands. Time to get back to the castle. ...Huh? It feels like there's something pulling on my leg.
???: Squeak!
Oh, it's a mouse! What are you doing there, little guy? Do you want some chee... Hey! Did you just take my gloves?!
???: Squeak squeeeeeeak!
Get back here, you! I need those! *pant* *pant* Okay, the trail leads here... Now where did that little mouse run off t—Huh?!
???: Squeeeak!
Pia? What are you doing here?
???: WHAAAAT?!
P-Prince?! What are YOU doing here?!
That little mouse stole my gloves. I was chasing it to try and get them back.
Mr. Mouse did that?! Bad mouse! Give those back at once!
Mouse: Squeak...
I'm very sorry my friend did that to you. I think he was just trying to make you come here because I've been kinda sad.
Mouse: Squeeeak!
Oh, is that what's going on here? In that case, please, don't worry about it. More importantly, why are you sad? I'm happy to talk with you about it.
Weeell... See, I have an advancement exam for the choir coming up soon. If it was just singing I'd probably be fine, but I also have to find someone to perform an instrumental accompaniment with me. And I don't know anybody I can ask. When I told Mr. Mouse about all of that, he suddenly took off and found you.
Mouse: Squeeak!
That's a pretty smart friend you have.
*sniff* Y-yeah, but it doesn't matter. I'll never be able to pass my stupid test and then I won't advance and...and... Waaaaah!
Please don't cry, Pia! I'm happy to help you out however I can. And since Mr. Mouse is too small to play an instrument, I guess that means I'll have to do it.
Y-you will?
I can actually play the piano a little. I used to take lessons when I was a kid. So let's take that test together!
You mean it?
Of course! I wouldn't suggest it otherwise.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!
Er...no. I'm not kidding you.
B-but there's no way I'm good enough to be your partner which means I'll screw up and make you sad and...WAAAAAAAH! *sniff* B-but if I wanna sing, I have to take the test, sooo... Okay, Prince! Please be my partner! I'll work super duper EXTRA hard!
Mouse: Squeak! Squeak squeak squeeeak!
It's a deal. We should head home and start practicing. Mr. Mouse is welcome, of course—so long as he stops picking my pocket.
Mouse: Squeeeak!
R-right! Oh man, this is intense... The PRINCE! I mean, can I even do this with him?! What am I thinking? He won't let me down! He'll drag me over that finish line kicking and screaming because he's AWESOME like that! Making Music Together
Whew!
Phew!
Mouse: Squeak.
Cleo: I've never heard anyone attempt to harmonize a sigh before.
We're not having much luck with this ensemble performance thing, Cleo. You would think it easy to match singing with an instrument, but it's proving to be surprisingly tricky.
We just can't seem to stay in rhythm with each other.
Cleo: You do all seem to be at the end of your respective ropes. Perhaps this is a good time for a break? I was actually just bringing you some tea.
Tea sounds great. And while you're here, let me explain our current problem...
Cleo: ...I see. So every time you perform, one of you ends up out of sync with the other.
Pretty much. So, um...any ideas?
Cleo: The two of you need to understand each other more.
We do? Wait. What?
Cleo: Yes. When you're working with someone, you have to know them inside and out before you can be in sync. If you only consider yourself, there's no way you'll be able to perform well with another person. To truly be in sync with your partner, you must understand each other. And on that note, Pia, why don't you ask the prince a question? He'll answer anything you ask him. ...Probably.
Oh man, pressure. Ummm... Well, Prince, why did you first start playing the piano?
Hmm. Well... I guess it started when my father made me take lessons. After a while, I figured that since I was learning, I might as well get good enough to put on a performance for him. After all, if you perform for someone, you want them to enjoy it.
I know exactly what you mean!
Really?
Yes. My mother and father both absolutely ADORE music. I started singing so they could enjoy listening to me.
Mouse: Squeeeak!
Then I guess we have that in common. So, Pia? How do you want to sing? I'd like my playing to be cheerful and energetic, personally.
That sounds nice. Hmm... I guess what matters most to me is that people enjoy what I'm singing. So I want our performance to be light and bouncy, like birdies singing!
Heh. That's a great idea.
R-really?! Yay! Let's try it right now!
Ready? And a-one, and a-two...
...Woooow! That was PERFECT! Don't you think it sounded great?!
It actually DID remind me of birds singing.
You give super great advice, Cleo. Thank you so much!
Cleo: I'm happy to help, but don't undersell your role in this; you were the performers, after all, and I found it quite lovely. Good luck in your upcoming test. I'll be rooting for you.
Let's take this energy and start practicing again. You ready, Pia?
Of course! Let's do our best! I want to sing a super fun song. No—a CRAZY fun one! How to Be Courageous
Oh! Hello there, Mr. Mouse. What are you doing here at this hour?
Mouse: Squeak. Squeak squeak squeeeak.
Hmm? There's someone outside my room?
*sniffle* *sob*
Er, Pia? Are you all right?
WAAAAH! I don't know what to dooooo! WAAAAAAAH!
Easy now, Pia. Calm down. Tell me what happened.
*sob* M-my test is coming up real soon and...and I'm SCARED!
But you've been practicing every day.
That's WHY I'm afraid! I don't wanna put all that work into my exam and then mess it up somehow! You've been doing so much to help me out, but if I make a mistake, it's all for nothing. I can't stop thinking about it. I haven't slept in forever... Anyway, I thought I'd talk to you about it because you're super smart and stuff. But when I got to your door, I...couldn't.
And that's when Mr. Mouse stepped in?
Mouse: Squeak!
Ugh, I can't even knock on a DOOR right. I mess everything up!
That's not true at all.
Huh?
Look, Pia. Your problem isn't that you're afraid of messing up and failing. You're just afraid of betraying people's faith in you.
Ah!
And believe me, I get it. That's a scary thought. I'm often afraid of the same thing, if I'm being honest.
But you're always so brave and strong.
Heh. That's nice of you to say. But that doesn't mean I'm not afraid of failing. Sometimes it's almost paralyzing. But those are the times when I need to be the bravest of all. And that's why you should also be brave.
...... Aw, you're amazing, Prince. I can't ever be like you.
I think you can.
*sniff* Even though I'm a scaredy-cat who's crying outside your room?
We're more alike than you know, Pia. Remember how much we both like playing music for people? So if we're alike in that respect, you can easily be as brave as me.
Hey, yeah! We ARE alike, huh?! Thanks, Prince! I'm gonna be SUPER brave from now on! I'll do it for everyone who believed in me! ...Oh, and for Mr. Mouse, too. It's gonna be scary, but I can't let it get the best of me!
Then let's go ace that exam together.
Mouse: Squeeeak!
And if I get scared, I'll just come here and talk to you again! Performing under Pressure
Time for the exam at last, huh? I'm actually a little nervous.
A little? I'm SUPER nervous!
Mouse: Squeak.
Everything okay, Pia? Maybe you should rest until it's our turn.
I'm okay. I promised I was going to be brave, remember?
Mouse: Squeak squeeak!
Well, all we can do now is give this everything we've got. You ready?
Examiner: Next, examinee number 42, Pia, and her accompanist, Euden.
Together: All right!
♪♪♪
(She's doing amazing—and her voice perfectly accompanies my piano playing. She's sure to pass her exam at this rate!)
Huh?! The piano stopped working!
(Ack! The piano keys are stuck! N-no! If the prince can't play, what am I supposed to match my singing to?! Wait... Yes! I can hear it in my head! I remember how it sounds when he plays! It must be because we've been playing together all this time—so I guess I'll have to perform for the both of us!)
♪♪♪
It's...beautiful.
♪♪♪
Examiner: That concludes the examination.
Thank you!
*sigh* I'm really sorry, Pia. I messed up your test.
Aw, you didn't do anything wrong. Besides, I'm WAY happy right now! I ran into big trouble, but I was still able to be brave and sing through it! That shows I'm growing up, huh?
It sure does, Pia. You didn't let your fear stop you that time.
Oh, look! They're about to announce the results of the exam!
Examiner: And now, I will announce the numbers of those who have successfully passed. Examinees number 1, 5, 8, and 12 have all passed. Oh, and also number 42. This concludes the examination announcement.
Pia! That's your number!
N-no way... Um, excuse me! Ms. Examiner Person?
Examiner: Ah, number 42. How can I help you?
Um...I'm just wondering why we passed. Our performance got interrupted in the middle.
Examiner: Heh. Yes, we noticed. However, this is an ensemble examination. It was clear from your singing just how hard you were working to make up for your partner's difficulties. Such efforts are held in high regard amongst the instructors on the panel. I hope that answers your question.
P-Prince! Did you hear that?!
I sure did, Pia. They're pretty impressed.
Mouse: Squeak squeeeeak!
I feel as happy as if I just passed myself. Congratulations, Pia.
Aw, thanks, you guys! In Gratitude
Is someone at the door? Come on in!
Um...hi. Do you have a second to talk?
Mouse: Squeeeak!
Hello, you two. And yes, I have some time right now. What's on your mind?
I just...wanted to thank you.
You didn't have to come all the way out here just to do that.
Yes I did, actually. I need you to hear me in this place. It has to be right here!
Mouse: Squeeeak!
Fair enough. Please then, go on.
Okay! Right. So... ♪♪♪ ♪♪♪
(This is the solo she sang during her exam. She's gotten even better at it!)
...That was wonderful, Pia.
I've been practicing non-stop so I could thank you for helping me. I finally felt like I'd gotten good enough to have you hear it.
So you came all the way out here?
Yep! Heck, it's the least I can do after you were so nice to me. You said we were the same, which is how I knew I could be brave. And that's why I passed my final exam. So I wanted to sing it again and dedicate it to YOU!
Wait, really?!
Yeppers! That was all for you.
Mouse: Squeak!
Wow. I almost don't know what to say, other than it makes me very happy.
Really?! Oh, I'm so glad! Um, but can I ask you for one more thing?
Of course. What is it?
Okay, so I know this is a huge thing for me to ask, but... Would it be okay if I kept coming here and singing to you when I learn a new song?
Would it? I would LOVE that! I'll be looking forward to hearing all of your new songs.
Then I'm gonna come here and sing to you forever! And maybe we can perform them together if you like 'em! Anyway, think about it, okay? And thank you again!