Manuela

Expedition

Invite on an Expedition

I'm glad you invited me. Come, let's be off.
Sorry for the wait—my hair simply would not behave today!

Plains

What a vast landscape... It feels like you and I are the only ones left in the entire world.
The harmonious atmosphere of the plains engulfs you. The so-called peaceful moments of your life pale in comparison to the tranquility you feel now.

Sing a song.
Wait. You want me to hear you sing? My, how bold!
Complain that you're hungry.
I didn't bring anything with me, I'm afraid. I never have been the most prudent of woman.

Forest

It sounds as if the birds are singing their cute little song just for us!
Everything is silent—deeply, utterly silent. The forest knows true calm.

Say you don't sense anyone around.
Goodness, we've only just arrived! Don't you think it's a touch soon to be so forward?
Confess you've lost your way.
Oh, we all get a little lost sometime. Just let the goddess take the reins and it will all work itself out.

Mountains

A view like this simply makes a person want to scream out at the top of their lungs!
As you walk along the mountain path, you find yourself losing your footing! You fall to the ground, struck by a horrible pain.

Give yourself first aid.
Oh, stop! Just leave everything to me. When you have someone to lean on, you should do it.
Ask them for a piggyback ride.
What kind of pack mule do you take me for? I'll treat the injury, but you're walking on your own two feet.

Waterfront

The scenery here is simply divine. Why, I wouldn't be surprised to see the goddess herself enjoying a dip here.
You see a young couple on a boat in the distance, their lovestruck laughter echoing across the water's surface. You're not sure if you feel envy or annoyance.

Say you don't know how to steer a boat.
A little danger only helps to spice things up on a small boat such as this! Hehe!
Worry about getting seasick.
A boat ride with someone you admire is no time to be getting queasy!

Talk

My beautiful singing voice is a gift from the goddess herself—a gift I would very much like to share.
- Say she's already repaid her enough. - Dislikes
- Compliment her magnificent voice. - Likes
- Point out how hard she worked on it. - Dislikes
I'm not single because I want to be. I just haven't found "the one" yet...
- Passionately encourage her. - Dislikes
- Cheer her up with a rational excuse. - Likes
- Tell her to give up already. - Dislikes
My ideal partner? Hmm... Well, someone who would clean my room without complaining, I suppose.
- Suggest she hire someone to clean it. - Dislikes
- Say that love solves everything. - Likes
- Say that cleaning up is easy enough. - Dislikes
Everyone has at least a little darkness in them. Is there really anyone out there who is truly pure?
- Say you don't think there is. - Dislikes
- Say that can be alluring too. - Likes
- Say you think some people are. - Dislikes
You might hear rumors about my being a mess when I'm drunk, but don't you dare believe them!
- Worry about her health. - Dislikes
- Offer to join her every so often. - Likes
- Tell her it isn't good to lie. - Dislikes
I know the river of time flows the same for everyone, but I still feel like I'm trapped in its rapids more often than not.
- Say it's just her imagination. - Dislikes
- Compliment how ageless she looks. - Likes
- Think about what that implies. - Dislikes
I'm a woman who tends to keep things bottled up, which means I need to let off steam once in a while.
- Appreciate all her efforts. - Dislikes
- Say you'll accompany her anytime. - Likes
- Be exasperated. - Dislikes

Ask a Question

Ask about their likes.: I still love to sing, even though my voice isn't quite as robust as it was in my younger days.
- Say you're sad to hear that. - Dislikes
- Give a counterargument. - Likes
- Console. - Dislikes
Ask about their dislikes.: Ugh, why do hangovers even exist? I wish we could all just sit down and drink happily every after.
- Laugh. - Dislikes
- Sympathize. - Likes
- Admonish. - Dislikes
Ask about dreams for the future.: My dream of becoming a diva already came true. Now all that's left is to live out the rest of my days with that special someone—wherever they are.
- Offer encouragement. - Dislikes
- Nod. - Likes
- Let that sink in for a moment. - Dislikes
Ask about their worries.: My luck with men is the worst! Or maybe it's just my taste in men that's the problem...
- Give a rueful smile. - Dislikes
- Dispute that. - Likes
- Be at a loss for how to respond. - Dislikes
Ask about their family.: My parents inspired me to become a diva, and I'm forever grateful to them for it.
- Nod. - Dislikes
- Ask for more details. - Likes
- Be doubtful. - Dislikes
Ask about memories of the past.: It took a lot of hard work to stay on top as a diva. I can't say I remember that part fondly.
- Express worry. - Dislikes
- Express admiration. - Likes
- Let that sink in for a moment. - Dislikes
Ask about their friends.: Our opera company was a real back-biting, hair- pulling, eye-gouging sort of place. I'm so thankful I don't have to face that kind of thing here.
- Follow up with concern. - Dislikes
- Say she really cares for her friends. - Likes
- Be nervous. - Dislikes
Ask about preferred fighting style.: I always sought the spotlight on stage, but prefer supporting roles on the battlefield. That way I can help everyone else be at their best.
- Express gratitude. - Dislikes
- Nod. - Likes
- Be doubtful. - Dislikes
Ask what they think of you.: You could've been one of my students... Rather a shame that's not how things turned out.
- Say you're sad to hear that. - Dislikes
- Laugh. - Likes
- Feel abashed. - Dislikes
Ask what they think of you.: I know some people still suspect your motives, but rest assured I'm not one of them!
- Express gratitude. - Dislikes
- Act dependable. - Likes
- Express worry. - Dislikes
Ask about any personal news.: You want to know how I'm doing? In that case, I'd be more than happy to tell you over drinks tonight...
- Give a rueful smile. - Dislikes
- Admonish. - Likes
- Refuse. - Dislikes
Ask about any personal news.: If I'm going to drink, I want to let my hair down and have fun! But there hasn't been a lot of that lately.
- Follow up with concern. - Dislikes
- Give a pep talk. - Likes
- Be shocked. - Dislikes

EXTRA TIME

There was once a time when I let my hair grow out, but it's been as short as this for quite a while now. Less maintenance and such, you know?
I enjoy having my hair touched, but only when I like the person doing the touching...
I don't mind if you want to gaze a bit, but don't look too close, hm? Time hasn't been the kindest to my skin, you know.
You're really staring... Mind if I jump to conclusions about what that means?
It's rude to ogle, dear. Someone really needs to teach you a few manners.
You know, your inappropriate staring is actually cheering me up. By the goddess, that's sad.

Return to Camp

I quite enjoyed our time together. See you soon!
Invite me along anytime you like. I'll be waiting.
Best keep those hopes of yours firmly planted in the dirt.