Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time (2025) s01e10 Episode Script
Takumi Takes On Pioneering!
[wind whistling]
NEAR BOLTON, DESERTED
PIONEER TOWN, ONE YEAR AGO
[FEMALE VILLAGER 1]
Hey, Mani!
Time to go!
[MANI]
Right.
[MALE VILLAGER 1]
Who do they think they are,
telling us
to leave our village?
It's not like we have
anywhere else to go.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 2]
Nobles going around
doing whatever they please
is the reason
our village's economy
tanked in the first place.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] Once
things were well beyond saving
those rich elites
just gave up on our village
and ran to
the neighboring country.
[MALE VILLAGER 2]
To think I trusted them.
I won't make
that mistake again!
How dare they force
all of their hardships onto us?
Your husband worked hard
and they didn't help
when he'd fallen ill.
They denied him
proper treatment.
Those stupid nobles
might as well have killed him
with their own hands!
♪
[MANI]
What's the point?
Why am I still here?
Why was I even born?
[SELVUS] One thousand plus
citizens were driven out.
EPISODE 10: TAKUMI
TAKES ON PIONEERING!
Fortunately, Count Rockford
has graciously
agreed to take them all in.
ONE YEAR AFTER
ABANDONING THE VILLAGE
No one was abandoned, sir.
[DORN]
Noble scum.
They're all irredeemable.
Abandoning their people
like that.
[GODWIN]
The time for anger has passed.
Now, we must focus on
how to help
these abandoned citizens.
Count Rockford hasn't
given us much time.
I know he requested that
we secure a new place
for all of them to live,
but how will we do that
on such short notice?
Relocating one thousand
is tough
and we'll need a fair amount
of land but that does mean
[SELVUS]
This is our only option.
Right, but there's one problem.
[SELVUS] It's a land where
monsters are running rampant.
No one could possibly
develop it in time.
Most couldn't.
But there is one man who could.
Fetch him immediately.
You guys ready?
It's time to
challenge a dungeon!
[all chuckle softly]
[door creaks open]
[TAKUMI] I've been wanting
to do this for a very,
very long time now.
So out of all
that were available,
we chose an A-rank dungeon.
It's listed as
the second most difficult.
The Forest of the Beast King.
Even though it's underground,
it mysteriously had
vast skies and woods.
[monsters groaning]
We encountered
a lot of monsters.
And they were indeed
much stronger
than the ones
outside the forest.
Luckily,
Maple could see them
before they approached
even with
the reduced visibility
because of the trees.
And since we had Titan there
to take all
of the monsters' attacks,
we defeated the bosses
of each floor one after another
and grabbed all of the items
and treasures
within the chests.
♪
It didn't feel like it
but it took us an entire day
to reach the last floor.
Wow, so this is it, huh?
We are going to
face the final boss!
This is exciting!
Hope that big boss is ready!
We made it this far
without taking major damage.
[TAKUMI] I know.
Guess it's easier
when there aren't any traps.
[floor clicks]
-Huh?
-Did that click?
Oh, please don't tell me.
[all gasp]
[rumbling]
-[REYVA] No way!
-[MARIA] Run!
[TAKUMI]
Everybody, retreat!
[MAPLE] [laughs]
This ball is huge!
Hey, that isn't
some carnival ride!
[TAKUMI] It's a matter
of life and death for me!
[all gasp]
[thuds]
Hey, you guys, you think
Titan could've busted up
that iron ball with one punch?
Maybe but since I yelled
"retreat," he obeyed.
So, I guess we'll never know
the answer to that one, huh?
[TITAN]
Master's orders are absolute!
Titan's such an exemplary pet.
[rumbling]
Well, we've got no choice
but to go this way.
[TAKUMI]
Uhh.
[thuds]
[all gasp]
You don't suppose
we might've been lured here?
-Master, there!
-Huh?
It's here!
[stomps]
[stomping]
[TAKUMI]
The last boss?
[roaring]
[both scream]
That thing is scary!
It's an Earth Dragon.
S-rank.
I really wish
I'd brought Great Titan along.
[TITAN]
Master, it won't be a problem.
[TAKUMI]
Fan out!
[dragon growls]
At this rate we won't get
a chance to attack it!
Maple, Titan,
we're gonna need an opening.
Go for the tail!
[TITAN]
Roger!
Mm.
♪
[stabs]
[monster groans]
Now, Wind Cutter!
Foxfire Barrage!
Fire Lance!
[fire roars]
[monster groans]
Titan Light of Judgment!
[TITAN]
Light of Judgment.
[monster groans]
Hey, I think we did it!
-Not yet!
-[gasps]
[fire roars]
[TITAN]
Master!
[thuds]
Titan, no!
Hold on, Master.
Attack the weak point,
its flank!
I'm on it, Camellia!
[thuds]
Let's finish this!
[Takumi yells]
[electricity crackling]
[grunts]
[stabs]
[monster groans]
We won.
Yes, Master, we beat it.
♪
[TITAN]
Good work, everyone.
And we got
the treasure chest, too!
We conquered the dungeon,
Master!
Huh, over already?
♪
NAME: CAMELLIA RACE: DRAGON
HORSE [TAKUMI IRUMA'S PET]
[TAKUMI]
Oh,
Camellia has evolved
into a Dragon Horse.
Hey, what's this.
I might be able
to make something
from this dragon part!
Wow, Master,
I must say you really are
a producer at heart.
Huh?
[chuckles]
Guess I am.
[TAKUMI] Shortly after
we conquered the dungeon,
we returned home
but I was summoned
by Marquis Godwin.
[GODWIN]
Mr. Takumi,
tell me, are you aware
of the undeveloped land
in the southern region
of my domain?
[TAKUMI]
Yes.
It's an uninhabited wilderness.
But I hear
there are so many monsters
that even the other nations
choose to ignore it.
[SELVUS] That's correct.
The Kingdom of Triaria
attempted to invade it once,
but their attempt failed,
and that failure has led
to their decline apparently.
There's one more thing,
I also heard
that the region is full
of untapped adamantite
and mythril ore veins.
And does that mean
you're interested?
-Well, no, I was just curious.
-[GODWIN] There's something
I'd like to ask of you.
Oh, really?
I wonder,
could you build a pioneer
village in that region?
Huh?!
But why ask me?
Simple,
I've heard about your work
in Bord Village.
They told me you managed
to create a sturdy wall
around it in no time.
[TAKUMI]
Oh.
This is a project
meant for you
and only you.
[SELVUS]
There's a river and a spring
roughly 100 kilometers
south of Bolton, I'd say.
I suppose it's best to
start building the village
around that water source.
It's a good distance from
the monsters' habitat as well.
Excuse me,
but you're already aware
of his current situation.
-My Master--
-I do know he's in danger, yes.
Under the circumstances,
it pains me to ask this of him.
You say it pains you, Lord.
But not enough
to stop you from asking?
-Sofia.
-Uh.
Forgive me.
There's a reason
for this, right?
For why you need it
developed so quickly?
Yes.
There was a pioneer village
that was deserted
over a year ago.
The ongoing development
was halted
due to interference
of corrupt nobles.
And as a result,
the villagers lost their homes
and became refugees.
But we've been caring for them
here and in Rockford.
How sad.
[GODWIN]
That's one of the reasons
why I require your help,
Mr. Takumi.
I want to give
the refugees a home.
So, there are other reasons?
Very well.
I'll do it.
But, Master?
Those people
lost their homes, Sofia.
And you know
I can't ignore that.
I'm eternally grateful.
Thank you.
It's no problem.
I've been there.
Luckily, there were nice people
who took me in
and welcomed me into
their community with open arms.
Let's just say that
I want to repay the favor.
[TAKUMI] They offered to have
an escort of knights protect us
but I turned it down.
And the Wings of Nolyn set out
for the frontier on our own.
[TAKUMI]
All of them agreed,
it would make things
easier that way.
The environment was
favorable in the frontier
and the water was abundant.
We used earth magic
to make ramparts.
We dug moats
along the outer perimeter.
And we constructed
a strong fortress.
♪
[chuckles softly]
[TAKUMI] Then we got to
work developing roads,
building aqueducts,
[water trickling]
logging groves
♪
and getting rid of monsters.
To make good progress,
we had to divide
the tasks between us.
[birds chirping]
[SOFIA]
It's coming along quite well.
[TAKUMI]
Yeah.
Sofia, sorry to ask,
but could you head
back to Bolton
and initiate the transfer
of all the citizens?
Very well.
[Camellia roars]
[galloping]
[GODWIN] What? After ten days
of developing the land
he's ready for the refugees
to move in already?
[SOFIA] Yes.
Master said they should be able
to live there
without any issues.
They can start their new lives.
[carriages rumbling]
[MALE VILLAGER 3]
I heard they're taking us
to the southern frontier.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]
Wait, hold on,
isn't that land undeveloped
and full of monsters?
[MALE VILLAGER 4]
Yeah, you're right.
I wouldn't be surprised
if this was their way
of getting us out of their hair
once and for all.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]
I heard a man from Bolton
will be overseeing
the village's operations.
[MALE VILLAGER 3]
I can't believe it.
Another noble who sees us
all as disposable pawns.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] We're going
back to that awful life.
[sighs]
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3]
Is it too much to ask
for just to live
our lives in peace?
[horse neighs]
[all gasp]
[GUARD 1] Hey, these are
ramparts, aren't they?
♪
Hello, there!
Sorry, I'm sure
it was a long trip!
Anyway, I was working on
getting the land over there
suitable for farming.
What? I can't believe my eyes!
What is this?
Ohuh
Well, I just surrounded
the village with ramparts,
to protect against
monster attacks.
I dug a moat as well
so it should be safe,
unless there's a dragon.
[DORN] That's not
what I mean, Mr. Takumi.
[Takumi laughs]
You mean that fort?
I built it for
whoever's in charge
of governing the land.
There's enough homes
for everyone moving in
and I made barracks
for the knights as well.
The sewage is handled
with a septic tank
and magical devices.
I applaud
your attention to detail.
Huh, wait,
how did you build
this place so quickly?
We were expecting a village.
This is more like a fortress!
No, it's far from finished.
[DORN]
This is definitely absurd!
Is this some kind of magic?
Well, I did use magic, so yeah.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]
We really get to live here?
I don't believe it.
[MALE VILLAGER 5]
This is incredible!
[SOFIA]
Did you come here by yourself?
[birds chirping]
Uhh.
Yes,
I did.
My beloved husband passed away.
Tending to a farm
all by yourself,
that must've been difficult.
No, not really.
Interested in doing
anything different?
Huh?
If you are then I'll speak
with my master when he's free.
You have a master?
Who's that?
The man who built this village
for all of you.
Everyone else is really busy
developing the land right now.
So, I was thinking my master
could use someone reliable
to help out
and take care of him.
Take care of him?
-But, how?
-[SOFIA] Let's see,
can you cook?
Yes, I can cook.
[SOFIA] Then,
there shouldn't be a problem.
Uhh.
Perhaps, it'll be better
if you meet with him first,
then you can
make your decision.
I'll come find you later.
[Sofia chuckles softly]
[exhales]
[TAKUMI] Sofia here told me
all about you.
Your name's Mani,
is that right?
Yes.
Well, if you'd be open to it,
I would love to ask
if you would join our party
and help out.
Of course, you'll be paid
whatever wage we negotiate.
Uhh.
[MALE VILLAGER 2]
To think I trusted them.
I won't make
that mistake again!
[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]
Your husband worked hard
and they didn't help
when he'd fallen ill.
I'm afraid I can't accept.
Thank you for the kind offer.
Huh, but, why not?
[MANI]
I'm sorry.
I am but
Now that we're here,
what will happen?
Will we be forced
to face despair once again?
Why did you bring us all here
in the first place?
I can't
No, I won't trust you.
[MARIA] My Master's not
who you think he is!
[TAKUMI]
Maria, it's okay.
Thank you and my offer,
it still stands.
Mm.
♪
[MANI] After saying
what I said to him
I can't stay here anymore.
Oh, well,
I'm sure he's watching
but I won't stay.
I know there's no guarantee
that he'll be like the other
power-hungry nobles
we've been under.
So, why did I say that?
A sense of righteousness?
No.
What am I saying?
I was lashing out.
Venting my own frustration
because of my inabilities.
[roaring]
[growling]
[gasps]
Hmm.
[MAPLE]
Master!
Monsters here!
Lots of them!
[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]
Monsters have come?
It's true, the knights are all
in an uproar right now!
[MALE VILLAGER 6]
See, I told you.
Now, they're gonna send us out
to try and get rid of them!
What's that?
A monster?
[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]
It's a golem!
Mr. Iruma!
Go raise all the drawbridges.
Seal this place off.
Also, have your knights
secure all of the villagers.
-[DORN] But!
-Trust me,
Monsters can't get
over these ramparts.
You'll be safe.
And we'll go deal with them.
[panting]
[FEMALE VILLAGER 7] I looked
around this whole village,
but I can't find Mani.
[MALE VILLAGER 7]
Now that you mention it,
I think I saw her head
past the south drawbridge.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 7]
Does that mean she's
outside the ramparts?
[DORN]
Mr. Iruma!
Just stay here.
We'll find her.
I won't allow a single villager
to be harmed!
[fire roaring]
[gasps]
[monsters growling]
[MANI]
You idiot.
What were you thinking?
Oh, I see.
I was born to endure all
that despair and then die here.
That's all.
[roaring]
Relax, I got you.
[grunts]
There are a lot more
coming this way!
They won't be a problem.
You're safe now.
Huh?
[SOFIA]
Mr. Takumi,
we've exterminated
all the monsters!
Those things were
no problem at all!
[REYVA]
Indeed!
[MAPLE]
We didn't even break a sweat!
[TITAN]
Good work, everyone.
See,
because we're the best party.
Uh.
Look, you're hurt!
Oh, the wolf must've grazed me
with its claws
but it's not that serious.
I'm all right.
Oh.
Thank you.
I'm sorry you've gotten hurt.
-It's my fault.
-All I care about
right now is you.
-Huh?
-[TAKUMI] I'm glad you're okay.
I want you all
to live peaceful lives,
so I won't let
anything happen to you
or the other villagers.
[MANI]
This man
He's different.
Nothing whatsoever
like the nobles
I've come across in my life.
He's generous and kind
and really cares.
-Uh.
-Yes?
It might be too late
but the offer
you made me earlier
Um,
is it still valid?
Of course.
[gasps]
[chuckles softly]
Welcome to the team, newbie!
We're happy
to have you with us!
You've officially joined
the Wings of Nolyn!
[Sofia chuckles softly]
[chuckles softly]
Thank you for having me!
I see.
He's quite a remarkable man.
-[DORN] Yes.
-Now, the town.
You've been there.
Please, tell me.
Can it serve as a wedge, Dorn?
[MUSUDAN] I bring a missive
from the Kingdom of Triaria.
HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA
It says, "A fortress town
with a castle
suddenly appeared
in the vacant lands
near the Kingdom of Barcula."
A fortress out of nowhere, huh?
[MUSUDAN]
The report also states
that the knights stationed
there are from Bolton.
Bolton, you say?
[HOMER]
Perhaps the young alchemist
is involved in this?
Hmm.
Quite possible.
[HOMER]
One could also view this
as a roundabout check
on our empire.
Disgusting wretches!
[ELIZABETH] We won't
let the Kingdom of Barcula
have their way forever.
The Holy Empire of Sidonia
will be the one
to dominate this continent.
My dear daughter,
this means
Rest assured, Father,
and rejoice.
The time is ripe.
[birds chirping]
Since we'll be using
this road for trading
I was thinking I should
widen it just a bit more.
[MANI] Hey, everyone
how about a break?
I brought you all lunches.
[footsteps approaching]
And there's plenty
to go around!
[stomach growls]
Just in time, I'm starving!
[loud rumbling]
[gasps]
[gasps]
[shudders]
Master,
I felt this very
unpleasant mana just now!
We all did.
And I find it very ominous.
[TAKUMI]
One year.
Huh?
Too many questions.
But okay, the truth of it is
I may have messed with time
a little when you left.
I sent you to one year before
the summoning of the heroes.
I arrived
one full year ago.
So, that means they're here.
[both shudder]
[smoke hissing]
♪
NEAR BOLTON, DESERTED
PIONEER TOWN, ONE YEAR AGO
[FEMALE VILLAGER 1]
Hey, Mani!
Time to go!
[MANI]
Right.
[MALE VILLAGER 1]
Who do they think they are,
telling us
to leave our village?
It's not like we have
anywhere else to go.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 2]
Nobles going around
doing whatever they please
is the reason
our village's economy
tanked in the first place.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] Once
things were well beyond saving
those rich elites
just gave up on our village
and ran to
the neighboring country.
[MALE VILLAGER 2]
To think I trusted them.
I won't make
that mistake again!
How dare they force
all of their hardships onto us?
Your husband worked hard
and they didn't help
when he'd fallen ill.
They denied him
proper treatment.
Those stupid nobles
might as well have killed him
with their own hands!
♪
[MANI]
What's the point?
Why am I still here?
Why was I even born?
[SELVUS] One thousand plus
citizens were driven out.
EPISODE 10: TAKUMI
TAKES ON PIONEERING!
Fortunately, Count Rockford
has graciously
agreed to take them all in.
ONE YEAR AFTER
ABANDONING THE VILLAGE
No one was abandoned, sir.
[DORN]
Noble scum.
They're all irredeemable.
Abandoning their people
like that.
[GODWIN]
The time for anger has passed.
Now, we must focus on
how to help
these abandoned citizens.
Count Rockford hasn't
given us much time.
I know he requested that
we secure a new place
for all of them to live,
but how will we do that
on such short notice?
Relocating one thousand
is tough
and we'll need a fair amount
of land but that does mean
[SELVUS]
This is our only option.
Right, but there's one problem.
[SELVUS] It's a land where
monsters are running rampant.
No one could possibly
develop it in time.
Most couldn't.
But there is one man who could.
Fetch him immediately.
You guys ready?
It's time to
challenge a dungeon!
[all chuckle softly]
[door creaks open]
[TAKUMI] I've been wanting
to do this for a very,
very long time now.
So out of all
that were available,
we chose an A-rank dungeon.
It's listed as
the second most difficult.
The Forest of the Beast King.
Even though it's underground,
it mysteriously had
vast skies and woods.
[monsters groaning]
We encountered
a lot of monsters.
And they were indeed
much stronger
than the ones
outside the forest.
Luckily,
Maple could see them
before they approached
even with
the reduced visibility
because of the trees.
And since we had Titan there
to take all
of the monsters' attacks,
we defeated the bosses
of each floor one after another
and grabbed all of the items
and treasures
within the chests.
♪
It didn't feel like it
but it took us an entire day
to reach the last floor.
Wow, so this is it, huh?
We are going to
face the final boss!
This is exciting!
Hope that big boss is ready!
We made it this far
without taking major damage.
[TAKUMI] I know.
Guess it's easier
when there aren't any traps.
[floor clicks]
-Huh?
-Did that click?
Oh, please don't tell me.
[all gasp]
[rumbling]
-[REYVA] No way!
-[MARIA] Run!
[TAKUMI]
Everybody, retreat!
[MAPLE] [laughs]
This ball is huge!
Hey, that isn't
some carnival ride!
[TAKUMI] It's a matter
of life and death for me!
[all gasp]
[thuds]
Hey, you guys, you think
Titan could've busted up
that iron ball with one punch?
Maybe but since I yelled
"retreat," he obeyed.
So, I guess we'll never know
the answer to that one, huh?
[TITAN]
Master's orders are absolute!
Titan's such an exemplary pet.
[rumbling]
Well, we've got no choice
but to go this way.
[TAKUMI]
Uhh.
[thuds]
[all gasp]
You don't suppose
we might've been lured here?
-Master, there!
-Huh?
It's here!
[stomps]
[stomping]
[TAKUMI]
The last boss?
[roaring]
[both scream]
That thing is scary!
It's an Earth Dragon.
S-rank.
I really wish
I'd brought Great Titan along.
[TITAN]
Master, it won't be a problem.
[TAKUMI]
Fan out!
[dragon growls]
At this rate we won't get
a chance to attack it!
Maple, Titan,
we're gonna need an opening.
Go for the tail!
[TITAN]
Roger!
Mm.
♪
[stabs]
[monster groans]
Now, Wind Cutter!
Foxfire Barrage!
Fire Lance!
[fire roars]
[monster groans]
Titan Light of Judgment!
[TITAN]
Light of Judgment.
[monster groans]
Hey, I think we did it!
-Not yet!
-[gasps]
[fire roars]
[TITAN]
Master!
[thuds]
Titan, no!
Hold on, Master.
Attack the weak point,
its flank!
I'm on it, Camellia!
[thuds]
Let's finish this!
[Takumi yells]
[electricity crackling]
[grunts]
[stabs]
[monster groans]
We won.
Yes, Master, we beat it.
♪
[TITAN]
Good work, everyone.
And we got
the treasure chest, too!
We conquered the dungeon,
Master!
Huh, over already?
♪
NAME: CAMELLIA RACE: DRAGON
HORSE [TAKUMI IRUMA'S PET]
[TAKUMI]
Oh,
Camellia has evolved
into a Dragon Horse.
Hey, what's this.
I might be able
to make something
from this dragon part!
Wow, Master,
I must say you really are
a producer at heart.
Huh?
[chuckles]
Guess I am.
[TAKUMI] Shortly after
we conquered the dungeon,
we returned home
but I was summoned
by Marquis Godwin.
[GODWIN]
Mr. Takumi,
tell me, are you aware
of the undeveloped land
in the southern region
of my domain?
[TAKUMI]
Yes.
It's an uninhabited wilderness.
But I hear
there are so many monsters
that even the other nations
choose to ignore it.
[SELVUS] That's correct.
The Kingdom of Triaria
attempted to invade it once,
but their attempt failed,
and that failure has led
to their decline apparently.
There's one more thing,
I also heard
that the region is full
of untapped adamantite
and mythril ore veins.
And does that mean
you're interested?
-Well, no, I was just curious.
-[GODWIN] There's something
I'd like to ask of you.
Oh, really?
I wonder,
could you build a pioneer
village in that region?
Huh?!
But why ask me?
Simple,
I've heard about your work
in Bord Village.
They told me you managed
to create a sturdy wall
around it in no time.
[TAKUMI]
Oh.
This is a project
meant for you
and only you.
[SELVUS]
There's a river and a spring
roughly 100 kilometers
south of Bolton, I'd say.
I suppose it's best to
start building the village
around that water source.
It's a good distance from
the monsters' habitat as well.
Excuse me,
but you're already aware
of his current situation.
-My Master--
-I do know he's in danger, yes.
Under the circumstances,
it pains me to ask this of him.
You say it pains you, Lord.
But not enough
to stop you from asking?
-Sofia.
-Uh.
Forgive me.
There's a reason
for this, right?
For why you need it
developed so quickly?
Yes.
There was a pioneer village
that was deserted
over a year ago.
The ongoing development
was halted
due to interference
of corrupt nobles.
And as a result,
the villagers lost their homes
and became refugees.
But we've been caring for them
here and in Rockford.
How sad.
[GODWIN]
That's one of the reasons
why I require your help,
Mr. Takumi.
I want to give
the refugees a home.
So, there are other reasons?
Very well.
I'll do it.
But, Master?
Those people
lost their homes, Sofia.
And you know
I can't ignore that.
I'm eternally grateful.
Thank you.
It's no problem.
I've been there.
Luckily, there were nice people
who took me in
and welcomed me into
their community with open arms.
Let's just say that
I want to repay the favor.
[TAKUMI] They offered to have
an escort of knights protect us
but I turned it down.
And the Wings of Nolyn set out
for the frontier on our own.
[TAKUMI]
All of them agreed,
it would make things
easier that way.
The environment was
favorable in the frontier
and the water was abundant.
We used earth magic
to make ramparts.
We dug moats
along the outer perimeter.
And we constructed
a strong fortress.
♪
[chuckles softly]
[TAKUMI] Then we got to
work developing roads,
building aqueducts,
[water trickling]
logging groves
♪
and getting rid of monsters.
To make good progress,
we had to divide
the tasks between us.
[birds chirping]
[SOFIA]
It's coming along quite well.
[TAKUMI]
Yeah.
Sofia, sorry to ask,
but could you head
back to Bolton
and initiate the transfer
of all the citizens?
Very well.
[Camellia roars]
[galloping]
[GODWIN] What? After ten days
of developing the land
he's ready for the refugees
to move in already?
[SOFIA] Yes.
Master said they should be able
to live there
without any issues.
They can start their new lives.
[carriages rumbling]
[MALE VILLAGER 3]
I heard they're taking us
to the southern frontier.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]
Wait, hold on,
isn't that land undeveloped
and full of monsters?
[MALE VILLAGER 4]
Yeah, you're right.
I wouldn't be surprised
if this was their way
of getting us out of their hair
once and for all.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]
I heard a man from Bolton
will be overseeing
the village's operations.
[MALE VILLAGER 3]
I can't believe it.
Another noble who sees us
all as disposable pawns.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] We're going
back to that awful life.
[sighs]
[FEMALE VILLAGER 3]
Is it too much to ask
for just to live
our lives in peace?
[horse neighs]
[all gasp]
[GUARD 1] Hey, these are
ramparts, aren't they?
♪
Hello, there!
Sorry, I'm sure
it was a long trip!
Anyway, I was working on
getting the land over there
suitable for farming.
What? I can't believe my eyes!
What is this?
Ohuh
Well, I just surrounded
the village with ramparts,
to protect against
monster attacks.
I dug a moat as well
so it should be safe,
unless there's a dragon.
[DORN] That's not
what I mean, Mr. Takumi.
[Takumi laughs]
You mean that fort?
I built it for
whoever's in charge
of governing the land.
There's enough homes
for everyone moving in
and I made barracks
for the knights as well.
The sewage is handled
with a septic tank
and magical devices.
I applaud
your attention to detail.
Huh, wait,
how did you build
this place so quickly?
We were expecting a village.
This is more like a fortress!
No, it's far from finished.
[DORN]
This is definitely absurd!
Is this some kind of magic?
Well, I did use magic, so yeah.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]
We really get to live here?
I don't believe it.
[MALE VILLAGER 5]
This is incredible!
[SOFIA]
Did you come here by yourself?
[birds chirping]
Uhh.
Yes,
I did.
My beloved husband passed away.
Tending to a farm
all by yourself,
that must've been difficult.
No, not really.
Interested in doing
anything different?
Huh?
If you are then I'll speak
with my master when he's free.
You have a master?
Who's that?
The man who built this village
for all of you.
Everyone else is really busy
developing the land right now.
So, I was thinking my master
could use someone reliable
to help out
and take care of him.
Take care of him?
-But, how?
-[SOFIA] Let's see,
can you cook?
Yes, I can cook.
[SOFIA] Then,
there shouldn't be a problem.
Uhh.
Perhaps, it'll be better
if you meet with him first,
then you can
make your decision.
I'll come find you later.
[Sofia chuckles softly]
[exhales]
[TAKUMI] Sofia here told me
all about you.
Your name's Mani,
is that right?
Yes.
Well, if you'd be open to it,
I would love to ask
if you would join our party
and help out.
Of course, you'll be paid
whatever wage we negotiate.
Uhh.
[MALE VILLAGER 2]
To think I trusted them.
I won't make
that mistake again!
[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]
Your husband worked hard
and they didn't help
when he'd fallen ill.
I'm afraid I can't accept.
Thank you for the kind offer.
Huh, but, why not?
[MANI]
I'm sorry.
I am but
Now that we're here,
what will happen?
Will we be forced
to face despair once again?
Why did you bring us all here
in the first place?
I can't
No, I won't trust you.
[MARIA] My Master's not
who you think he is!
[TAKUMI]
Maria, it's okay.
Thank you and my offer,
it still stands.
Mm.
♪
[MANI] After saying
what I said to him
I can't stay here anymore.
Oh, well,
I'm sure he's watching
but I won't stay.
I know there's no guarantee
that he'll be like the other
power-hungry nobles
we've been under.
So, why did I say that?
A sense of righteousness?
No.
What am I saying?
I was lashing out.
Venting my own frustration
because of my inabilities.
[roaring]
[growling]
[gasps]
Hmm.
[MAPLE]
Master!
Monsters here!
Lots of them!
[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]
Monsters have come?
It's true, the knights are all
in an uproar right now!
[MALE VILLAGER 6]
See, I told you.
Now, they're gonna send us out
to try and get rid of them!
What's that?
A monster?
[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]
It's a golem!
Mr. Iruma!
Go raise all the drawbridges.
Seal this place off.
Also, have your knights
secure all of the villagers.
-[DORN] But!
-Trust me,
Monsters can't get
over these ramparts.
You'll be safe.
And we'll go deal with them.
[panting]
[FEMALE VILLAGER 7] I looked
around this whole village,
but I can't find Mani.
[MALE VILLAGER 7]
Now that you mention it,
I think I saw her head
past the south drawbridge.
[FEMALE VILLAGER 7]
Does that mean she's
outside the ramparts?
[DORN]
Mr. Iruma!
Just stay here.
We'll find her.
I won't allow a single villager
to be harmed!
[fire roaring]
[gasps]
[monsters growling]
[MANI]
You idiot.
What were you thinking?
Oh, I see.
I was born to endure all
that despair and then die here.
That's all.
[roaring]
Relax, I got you.
[grunts]
There are a lot more
coming this way!
They won't be a problem.
You're safe now.
Huh?
[SOFIA]
Mr. Takumi,
we've exterminated
all the monsters!
Those things were
no problem at all!
[REYVA]
Indeed!
[MAPLE]
We didn't even break a sweat!
[TITAN]
Good work, everyone.
See,
because we're the best party.
Uh.
Look, you're hurt!
Oh, the wolf must've grazed me
with its claws
but it's not that serious.
I'm all right.
Oh.
Thank you.
I'm sorry you've gotten hurt.
-It's my fault.
-All I care about
right now is you.
-Huh?
-[TAKUMI] I'm glad you're okay.
I want you all
to live peaceful lives,
so I won't let
anything happen to you
or the other villagers.
[MANI]
This man
He's different.
Nothing whatsoever
like the nobles
I've come across in my life.
He's generous and kind
and really cares.
-Uh.
-Yes?
It might be too late
but the offer
you made me earlier
Um,
is it still valid?
Of course.
[gasps]
[chuckles softly]
Welcome to the team, newbie!
We're happy
to have you with us!
You've officially joined
the Wings of Nolyn!
[Sofia chuckles softly]
[chuckles softly]
Thank you for having me!
I see.
He's quite a remarkable man.
-[DORN] Yes.
-Now, the town.
You've been there.
Please, tell me.
Can it serve as a wedge, Dorn?
[MUSUDAN] I bring a missive
from the Kingdom of Triaria.
HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA
It says, "A fortress town
with a castle
suddenly appeared
in the vacant lands
near the Kingdom of Barcula."
A fortress out of nowhere, huh?
[MUSUDAN]
The report also states
that the knights stationed
there are from Bolton.
Bolton, you say?
[HOMER]
Perhaps the young alchemist
is involved in this?
Hmm.
Quite possible.
[HOMER]
One could also view this
as a roundabout check
on our empire.
Disgusting wretches!
[ELIZABETH] We won't
let the Kingdom of Barcula
have their way forever.
The Holy Empire of Sidonia
will be the one
to dominate this continent.
My dear daughter,
this means
Rest assured, Father,
and rejoice.
The time is ripe.
[birds chirping]
Since we'll be using
this road for trading
I was thinking I should
widen it just a bit more.
[MANI] Hey, everyone
how about a break?
I brought you all lunches.
[footsteps approaching]
And there's plenty
to go around!
[stomach growls]
Just in time, I'm starving!
[loud rumbling]
[gasps]
[gasps]
[shudders]
Master,
I felt this very
unpleasant mana just now!
We all did.
And I find it very ominous.
[TAKUMI]
One year.
Huh?
Too many questions.
But okay, the truth of it is
I may have messed with time
a little when you left.
I sent you to one year before
the summoning of the heroes.
I arrived
one full year ago.
So, that means they're here.
[both shudder]
[smoke hissing]
♪