The Path of a Queen
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Bringer of Eternity
Red sand and black soil.
Upstream of the river, there was a land
known for its fertility, called the "Black Land."
known for its fertility, called the "Black Land."
In that place, a nation was born.
Through ages, this kingdom held immense
power, its reputation following it
power, its reputation following it
into the future.
Its tragic monarch resented the world and
contemplated suicide.
contemplated suicide.
???
You took it from me... Denied my love...
In her final words, rather than fleeting
sentiments, a deep loathing seethed,
sentiments, a deep loathing seethed,
threatening to consume the very world itself.
Snake
"Are you interested in...
eternal life?"
eternal life?"
???
A snake...? What's that you said just now?
Snake
"I offer you a gift."
Snake
"And not just any gift.
I shall grant you eternity."
I shall grant you eternity."
???
Eternity...?
Ambition burned in her eyes.
Even as she gazed upon me,
she was seeing something else entirely...
she was seeing something else entirely...
And thus, she obtained eternity.
There was one called the
"Queen of Queens."
"Queen of Queens."
As a queen, she should have had it all.
However, in the fleeting life of a human
everything must crumble and vanish.
everything must crumble and vanish.
Even that queen couldn't escape fate.
???
Came to devour my fading life, have you?
Snake
"Quite the opposite. I want you to live."
Snake
"I shall grant you eternal life."
???
Eternal life...?
???
I have no need for such a thing...
Snake
"Eternal life is what every mortal
dreams of, is it not?"
dreams of, is it not?"
???
Mortals aren't so simple...
???
You'll learn this...in time...
???
You pitiful god...
Snake
"Then, what did you desire in life?"
???
I...
???
I...wanted...
With that, the queen breathed her last.
As if encapsulating her final words,
a single tear fell from her eye.
a single tear fell from her eye.
Corrupt Beast Incident Report
Regarding the Corrupt Beast Incident we
encountered the other day―
encountered the other day―
It has been determined that the one
behind this case was one of the Aeon Lords,
behind this case was one of the Aeon Lords,
Norza, the Pristine Corpseblade.
Finn activated the Crimson Crest during
the confrontation, but Norza managed to flee.
the confrontation, but Norza managed to flee.
Afterward, the hero from the previous
Pandemonium, Druke, the Legendary
Pandemonium, Druke, the Legendary
Swordmaster, who had become a Corrupt
Beast as well, was defeated in battle.
Beast as well, was defeated in battle.
Nagi(
Captain Astrid and Mysha, a local ally,
were injured during the battle.
were injured during the battle.
Nagi(
In addition, Nagi collapsed from
heatstroke.
heatstroke.
For now, the independent Pandemonium
Task Force will remain lodged at Urg Roa.
Task Force will remain lodged at Urg Roa.
―Captain Ludmilla
of the Pandemonium Task Force.
of the Pandemonium Task Force.
Ludmilla
(Commander Luther is on an expedition
to the north...)
to the north...)
Ludmilla
(In that case, sending a pigeon to the
northern base might be faster than a horse.)
northern base might be faster than a horse.)
Red Dragon Knight
Captain Ludmilla, did you call for me?
Ludmilla
Send this by carrier pigeon to
Commander Luther at the northern base.
Commander Luther at the northern base.
Red Dragon Knight
Understood! Considering the distance,
I'll send it via the royal capital.
I'll send it via the royal capital.
Ludmilla
Now, while waiting for our three injured to
recover, let's keep the rest of them busy
recover, let's keep the rest of them busy
Ludmilla
with some intense training...
Several days later...
Ludmilla
Too reckless, the both of you! You still
have bad habits from your hunter days!
have bad habits from your hunter days!
Rizette
I'm sorry!
Finn
Please, let us have another round!
Ludmilla
That's the spirit! All right—
Red Dragon Knight
Captain Ludmilla, we've received a
letter from the capital of Rigland!
letter from the capital of Rigland!
Ludmilla
From the capital? Has the expedition
ended? No, it's too soon for that.
ended? No, it's too soon for that.
Red Dragon Knight
No, it's not a response from the
Commander...
Commander...
Finn
Captain, is something wrong?
Ludmilla
Training is halted for now.
Everyone, take a break.
Everyone, take a break.
Ludmilla
Do you have the letter with you?
Red Dragon Knight
Here it is.
Ludmilla
The Rigland royal family's seal!
Could it be that the Queen herself...?
Could it be that the Queen herself...?
To the Pandemonium Task Force.
Allow us to pen this letter in place of
Commander Luther.
Commander Luther.
We are truly glad to hear that you are
all safe and sound.
all safe and sound.
For your valiant efforts against the
Pandemonium threat, and on behalf of
Pandemonium threat, and on behalf of
the kingdom, we are deeply grateful and
will reward your excellent service.
will reward your excellent service.
Once the injured knights have recovered,
return to the capital and present
return to the capital and present
yourselves at the royal palace.
—Dea A. von Rigland, Sovereign of the
Kingdom of Rigland
Kingdom of Rigland
Finn
A letter from the Queen of Rigland?
Is this for real...!?
Is this for real...!?
Ludmilla
I'm just as surprised. I never imagined
the report I sent to Commander Luther
the report I sent to Commander Luther
Ludmilla
would be read by the Queen herself.
Finn
Rossé was so remote that I never got a
chance to see the Queen...
chance to see the Queen...
Rizette
Yes, me neither. She's not someone
who's easy to meet.
who's easy to meet.
Ga'Luga
So, you two aren't official knights yet?
Finn
Official knights?
Ga'Luga
If you haven't been designated by the Queen,
you cannot claim the title of knight.
you cannot claim the title of knight.
Finn
Come to think of it...!
Rizette
That's right... Knights serve the Queen...
So what does that make us!?
So what does that make us!?
Ludmilla
No, both Finn and Rizette have passed
the requisite trials for the Red Dragon
the requisite trials for the Red Dragon
Ludmilla
Knights. They're legitimate knights.
Ga'Luga
Interesting. Shouldn't it be a leader's
responsibility to appoint knights,
responsibility to appoint knights,
Ga'Luga
to uphold their authority?
Ludmilla
You're referring to the appointment
ceremony. It's been postponed due to the
ceremony. It's been postponed due to the
Ludmilla
Pandemonium. Duties always take
precedence.
precedence.
Ludmilla
Especially for our Pandemonium
Task Force, because of its critical nature,
Task Force, because of its critical nature,
Ludmilla
ceremonial matters are secondary.
Finn
So we'll be meeting the Queen at some
point?
point?
Ludmilla
Of course. Queen Dea, just like the
nation's founder Carmina, is a gracious
nation's founder Carmina, is a gracious
Ludmilla
monarch who cherishes peace.
Rizette
A female monarch... I'm already getting
nervous about meeting her.
nervous about meeting her.
Ludmilla
However, before appearing in front of the
Queen, you both need to become stronger.
Queen, you both need to become stronger.
Ludmilla
We will need all your might to defeat
the Aeon Lords!
the Aeon Lords!
Finn
Aeon Lords... Like Norza,
the Pristine Corpseblade!
the Pristine Corpseblade!
Finn
(Even though I activated the
Crimson Crest, I couldn't harm him.)
Crimson Crest, I couldn't harm him.)
Finn
(Next time, I must...!)
Finn
Please, Captain Ludmilla, train us!
Rizette
(Finn's so determined... I've got to keep up!)
Ludmilla
Great spirit, you two!
All right, let's proceed with combat training!
All right, let's proceed with combat training!
Finn & Rizette
Understood!
Ga'Luga
If it is combat, allow me to help. I'd like to
see what a knight's strength is all about!
see what a knight's strength is all about!
Ludmilla
Rizette, are you okay?
Rizette
I... I can still...keep going...
Ludmilla
I don't think so. Push yourself too hard,
and you'll end up bedridden.
and you'll end up bedridden.
Rizette
But, Captain...!
Ludmilla
For now, you need to take care of
yourself.
yourself.
Rizette
...Yes, ma'am.
Ludmilla
Finn, Ga'Luga. Rizette's going with me.
What will you two do?
What will you two do?
Finn
I can still move!
Ludmilla
Very well, but don't overdo it.
Ludmilla
Let's go, Rizette. Take my arm.
Rizette
Thank you...
Finn
(Rizette pushed herself to the limit...
I'd better do my best to keep up!)
I'd better do my best to keep up!)
Ga'Luga
I thought humans couldn't see in the dark
like sziviik.
like sziviik.
Ga'Luga
Are you sure you want to continue?
Finn
I have to get stronger, and fast. I'll endure
any training to accomplish that goal.
any training to accomplish that goal.
Ga'Luga
Good... Then show me that passion!
Give it your all!
Give it your all!
Finn
Right!!!
Finn
Huff...huff...huff...
Ga'Luga
Ahh... Phew...
Ga'Luga
The way you were moving on this sand...
How can you keep up with me?
How can you keep up with me?
Finn
Sheer determination and resolve!
But there's still room for improvement.
But there's still room for improvement.
Finn
Norza...that Aeon Lord...
I must defeat him!
I must defeat him!
Ga'Luga
No, I will be the one to defeat him!
For my brethren, for Druke...
For my brethren, for Druke...
Ga'Luga
And for Mysha.
Ga'Luga
But I'll give you one piece of advice.
Ga'Luga
Do not seek only power.
Eventually, it will consume you.
Eventually, it will consume you.
Finn
I know. That's what Druke taught me
at the very end too.
at the very end too.
Ga'Luga
A good lesson to learn...
Anyway, ready for another round?
Anyway, ready for another round?
Finn
Yeah, let's do it!
And so, the night deepened.
Then, the next day―
Finn
(Hmm... Why is it so noisy outside...?)
Finn
Ouch...
Finn
(Training with Ga'Luga was tough...
The captain did tell me not to overdo it...)
The captain did tell me not to overdo it...)
Red Dragon Knight
Finn!
Finn
What is it!?
Red Dragon Knight
A message from Captain Ludmilla!
Urgent battle preparations are needed!
Urgent battle preparations are needed!
Red Dragon Knight
The anomaly we found this time might
be related to the Aeon Lords!
be related to the Aeon Lords!
Finn
The Aeon Lords!?
Empire of Sand
Finn
What on earth happened!?
Rizette
It seems something was discovered
deep within the Lu'Ganan ruins.
deep within the Lu'Ganan ruins.
Finn
The Lu'Ganan ruins again...
By the way, are you feeling okay?
By the way, are you feeling okay?
Rizette
Yes, I'm fine. And Theo is currently
volunteering to take care of the injured.
volunteering to take care of the injured.
Rizette
As his older sister, I refuse to be outdone!
Finn
Right, I need to do my best too!
Ludmilla
Let's head to the site, then. We need to
see this anomaly with our own eyes!
see this anomaly with our own eyes!
Finn
So this is it...
Gilgan
It looks like a thin membrane, but...
It appears solid at the same time.
It appears solid at the same time.
Ludmilla
It might be best not to touch it. My guess is
it's a barrier made of high-purity magic.
it's a barrier made of high-purity magic.
Gilgan
Indeed. But to think such a thing exists
deep within the Lu'Ganan ruins...
deep within the Lu'Ganan ruins...
Ga'Luga
It's massive...
Rizette
It could likely fit a whole country inside.
Like the Rigland Kingdom, for instance.
Like the Rigland Kingdom, for instance.
Finn
But what is this barrier protecting...?
Meanwhile, inside the barrier—
At its center, in the Kingdom of Orugeia—
Citizens of Orugeia
Long live the Queen!
Our Queen of Orugeia!
Our Queen of Orugeia!
Citizens of Orugeia
Queen of queens!
Citizens of Orugeia
Our queen, the queen of all!
Citizens of Orugeia
Her name is Queen Gilgamesh!!!
Gilgamesh
I am Orugeia! I am Gilgamesh—!
Citizens of Orugeia
Woooooooooo!!!
Gilgamesh
We all pursue happiness,
but only few attain it.
but only few attain it.
Gilgamesh
Why is that?
Gilgamesh
The answer is simple. Because they don't
know the way there.
know the way there.
Citizen of Orugeia
The way to happiness...?
Citizen of Orugeia
Does such a thing exist?
Gilgamesh
Yes. It's the possession of power. But not
in terms of wealth or physical strength...
in terms of wealth or physical strength...
Gilgamesh
The power of knowledge!
Gilgamesh
There is vast knowledge in this world.
Expand your own horizons!
Expand your own horizons!
Citizen of Orugeia
But, Your Majesty... I can't read...
Gilgamesh
Which is precisely why you must learn!
I have prepared a place for that!
I have prepared a place for that!
Gilgamesh
It matters not if you're rich or poor.
Gender and age don't matter either.
Gender and age don't matter either.
Gilgamesh
What I desire for this nation is
education for all!
education for all!
Gilgamesh
People of Orugeia! Seize this opportunity
wholeheartedly and find happiness!
wholeheartedly and find happiness!
Gilgamesh
That is all!
Citizen of Orugeia
So we too have the right to happiness...
Citizen of Orugeia
Is that even possible...?
Citizen of Orugeia
You're the best, Your Majesty!!!
Citizens of Orugeia
Woooooooooo!!!
Gilgamesh
As for my own happiness...
I find it in your smiles.
I find it in your smiles.
Secretary
Thank you for your hard work,
my queen.
my queen.
Secretary
Your speech truly resonated with the
people this time.
people this time.
Gilgamesh
Oh, spare me the flattery.
How much has this policy been accepted?
How much has this policy been accepted?
Secretary
Mostly well-received, I believe.
Gilgamesh
You believe? What do the numbers say?
Secretary
Let me see...
Secretary
According to our survey,
80% of the citizens have accepted it.
80% of the citizens have accepted it.
Gilgamesh
Which group hasn't been
sufficiently convinced?
sufficiently convinced?
Secretary
Those who've had little opportunity to
learn, and the opposite, those who
learn, and the opposite, those who
Secretary
already have ample knowledge and
wealth—their support is the lowest.
wealth—their support is the lowest.
Gilgamesh
Then we will explain it to them again.
Tomorrow, perhaps.
Tomorrow, perhaps.
Secretary
With all due respect, it might be
impossible to gain 100% trust.
impossible to gain 100% trust.
Gilgamesh
I don't believe so. What's regrettable is
the attitude of the wealthiest.
the attitude of the wealthiest.
Secretary
They seem unlikely to change their
minds no matter what.
minds no matter what.
Gilgamesh
Those slaves to money and power... They're
so stubborn it's frustrating...
so stubborn it's frustrating...
Secretary
Also, there have been some complaints
about a shortage of teachers.
about a shortage of teachers.
Gilgamesh
I have already considered
a solution for that.
a solution for that.
Secretary
As expected of Queen Gilgamesh!
What might that be?
What might that be?
Gilgamesh
It's you. You will become a teacher.
Secretary
Me?
Secretary
Apologies, my queen, but it would be hard
to juggle my current role and the new one—
to juggle my current role and the new one—
Gilgamesh
Yes, I understand.
Secretary
Understand? Do you mean that...
You would have me resign as your secretary?
You would have me resign as your secretary?
Gilgamesh
Exactly.
Secretary
Impossible...! Without me,
this country will collapse!
this country will collapse!
Gilgamesh
I appreciate your concern, but I've
already prepared a replacement.
already prepared a replacement.
Gilgamesh
Come forth.
Isis
I am Isis. Pleased to meet you.
Secretary
You're entrusting the secretary's duties
to this woman!?
to this woman!?
Gilgamesh
I am. It's already decided.
Secretary
But... I've memorized the records of all
citizens, and I don't know this woman!
citizens, and I don't know this woman!
Secretary
Who are you? What are you trying to
achieve by seeking our queen's favor?
achieve by seeking our queen's favor?
Isis
I am a loyal servant to the Queen.
Nothing more.
Nothing more.
Secretary
My queen, are you really entrusting the
heart of the nation to a woman of
heart of the nation to a woman of
Secretary
unknown origin!?
Secretary
Am I...really no longer needed...?
Gilgamesh
There's a saying, "Right person in the
right place."
right place."
Gilgamesh
And Isis has the capabilities I'm looking
for.
for.
Secretary
But I have always been loyal, haven't I?
Gilgamesh
It's for the sake of the nation.
You must understand that.
You must understand that.
Gilgamesh
The work you've done until now is
appreciated.
appreciated.
Secretary
...
Gilgamesh
Isis, complete the handover.
Isis
Yes, ma'am. I will learn thoroughly.
Gilgamesh
This is for the people of Orugeia...
Gilgamesh
There's no time for regrets, Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
Isis. Has the handover been completed?
Isis
Yes, ma'am. I have already memorized all
the information. I am at your service.
the information. I am at your service.
Gilgamesh
I'm afraid that's not enough.
Gilgamesh
Simply remembering the contents of
documents won't do.
documents won't do.
Gilgamesh
I'll explain the policies I've implemented
and the intentions behind them.
and the intentions behind them.
Gilgamesh
Memorize it all in one go!
Isis
Yes, as you command, Your Majesty.
Gilgamesh
So that's the mission.
Do you understand so far?
Do you understand so far?
Isis
Yes. I understand the type of nation
you are trying to build.
you are trying to build.
Gilgamesh
Then, tell me straight. What are the
future prospects of this nation?
future prospects of this nation?
Isis
In terms of productivity, the numbers...
Well, the current data is not sufficient.
Well, the current data is not sufficient.
Gilgamesh
Can you do the calculations?
Isis
If I compile the data and calculate from
scratch... It will take at least a week.
scratch... It will take at least a week.
Gilgamesh
Three days.
Isis
My, how impatient and demanding...
Understood. It is my first task, after all.
Understood. It is my first task, after all.
Isis
I will do my very best.
Gilgamesh
Good. Then let's start by compiling
the data.
the data.
Isis
Hmm...is this right...
Gilgamesh
This goes here... I see...
Maid
Excuse me, Your Majesty...
Maid
It's time for your morning preparations...
Oh!
Oh!
Maid
Are you all right, ma'am!?
Gilgamesh
It's morning already...?
Maid
Please, ma'am, at least rest in your
chamber!
chamber!
Maid
When was the last time you got a good
night's sleep?
night's sleep?
Gilgamesh
I won't rest until this is finished...
I need no preparations! Stand down!
I need no preparations! Stand down!
Maid
A-As you wish...
Isis
Isn't this a bit too rushed?
Gilgamesh
This is crucial work that will determine
the future of the people of Orugeia.
the future of the people of Orugeia.
Gilgamesh
Was there ever a more important time to
work fast than now?
work fast than now?
Isis
I see you are as tenacious as always, ma'am...
Not that that's a bad thing...
Not that that's a bad thing...
Gilgamesh
If you're going to talk, at least get some
work done while you're at it.
work done while you're at it.
Isis
I'll be done with the calculations soon.
Could you hand me those documents there?
Could you hand me those documents there?
Gilgamesh
Is this everything?
Isis
Yes, these are the final calculations.
Gilgamesh
What...!
Gilgamesh
I anticipated it, but...
I never imagined it'd be this severe...
I never imagined it'd be this severe...
Isis
We might need more time to find a
solution. Why not rest for now?
solution. Why not rest for now?
Gilgamesh
This country's production won't be able to
meet the demand soon.
meet the demand soon.
Gilgamesh
If a drought occurs, downfall will be
unavoidable.
unavoidable.
Gilgamesh
Knowing that, how can I rest!?
Isis
You truly love this country, don't you?
Gilgamesh
Yes, and its people.
Isis
Well, you cannot serve them if you
collapse. Take a short break.
collapse. Take a short break.
Isis
How do you usually relax?
Gilgamesh
I haven't had time for that since I became
the queen.
the queen.
Gilgamesh
And I don't see the need for it in the
future either.
future either.
Isis
(Such immense mental strength, my
queen...)
queen...)
Isis
Now, as one of your closest advisors,
what can I do to help...
what can I do to help...
Orugeian Captain
You are the new advisor to the Queen...?
Isis
Yes, my name is Isis. And I called you all
here for a very specific reason.
here for a very specific reason.
Isis
There is something I must inform
you about.
you about.
Orugeian Captain
Since you called us here, this must be
confidential information, right?
confidential information, right?
Isis
If it goes public, chaos will ensue. But I
have to share it with those who have
have to share it with those who have
Isis
this nation's best interest at heart.
Isis
Regrettably, this beautiful country is
going downhill.
going downhill.
Orugeian Soldier A
Downhill!?
Orugeian Soldier B
Our Orugeia!?
Isis
That's right. To all who love this
country, I ask for your cooperation.
country, I ask for your cooperation.
Orugeian Captain
We'll do anything!
We must unite to protect Orugeia!
We must unite to protect Orugeia!
Orugeian Soldier C
Yes, we won't let this nation fall!
Isis
Thank you, everyone—
Isis
Let us join hands, patriots of this nation.
White Lily of the Desert
Ga'Luga
Who found this barrier?
Gilgan
The cameleers, letting the herd out to
graze.
graze.
Gilgan
They found it this morning and reported it
to Captain Ludmilla at once.
to Captain Ludmilla at once.
Ludmilla
We had only been investigating within
the Lu'Ganan ruins...
the Lu'Ganan ruins...
Ludmilla
Did this barrier suddenly appear out of
nowhere?
nowhere?
Gilgan
I cannot say for certain. Perhaps it's existed
since my brother took residence here.
since my brother took residence here.
Gilgan
After he fell... No one approached this
place until the Red Dragon Knights
place until the Red Dragon Knights
Gilgan
finished their re-investigation of the
area, not even the cameleers.
area, not even the cameleers.
Ga'Luga
This used to be Norza's base. I would not
be surprised if he is involved.
be surprised if he is involved.
Finn
He probably is.
My eyes have been reacting since earlier.
My eyes have been reacting since earlier.
Rizette
Yes... Mine too...
Ludmilla
Rizette, can you dispel this barrier with
the power of your Crest?
the power of your Crest?
Rizette
I can try.
Rizette
Haaah... Ahh!
Rizette
Huff, huff... I don't think so.
Ludmilla
Well, you tried your best.
Don't push yourself too hard.
Don't push yourself too hard.
Rizette
But it's clear this is related to the
Aeon Lords.
Aeon Lords.
Finn
Yes, something in there must be connected
to the Aeon Lords and the Pandemonium!
to the Aeon Lords and the Pandemonium!
Ludmilla
Gilgan, do you know anything about
this surrounding desert?
this surrounding desert?
Gilgan
It is a story from way before my time,
but apparently there once was a great
but apparently there once was a great
Gilgan
nation built by humans in this area...
Gilgan
But now, only one small, isolated village
and a vast scorching desert remain.
and a vast scorching desert remain.
Gilgan
That is what has always been said about
this place.
this place.
Ludmilla
Why did that great nation fall?
Maybe there's a connection...
Maybe there's a connection...
Gilgan
No, I heard it was just a natural
demise. Like any other nation, I suppose.
demise. Like any other nation, I suppose.
Gilgan
In this desert, the land of death,
nations and villages come and go.
nations and villages come and go.
Ludmilla
If the anomaly wasn't caused by the past
great nation...
great nation...
Ga'Luga
...Could it be that small village?
Gilgan
They probably could not erect a barrier
of this magnitude.
of this magnitude.
Ga'Luga
Ah, that makes sense.
Help...
Finn
Huh?
Ludmilla
What is it, Finn?
Finn
That voice just now...
Help...!
Finn
It's coming from inside the barrier!
Someone's calling for help!
Someone's calling for help!
Ludmilla
I didn't hear anything.
Help... Help...!
Finn
Someone is definitely calling for help!
Finn
Excuse me, Captain, I'm going in!
Ludmilla
Finn!!!
Rizette
He went inside the barrier!?
Ludmilla
It's too dangerous to go alone!
We have to follow him!
We have to follow him!
Ludmilla
Wh-What! I can't pass through!
Rizette
No... Finn... Finn!!!
Ga'Luga
He should be fine. After all, he is a man
of admirable skill. I have no doubt...
of admirable skill. I have no doubt...
Ludmilla
There's still the possibility that this
barrier is a trap...
barrier is a trap...
Rizette
A trap...? What do you mean?
Ludmilla
Finn is our trump card. The Aeon Lords
know this, and I wouldn't be surprised
know this, and I wouldn't be surprised
Ludmilla
if they set something up.
Rizette
No...!
Rizette
(No, I don't like this one bit!)
Rizette
(I can't bear not seeing him again!!!)
Ludmilla
Rizette!? Your Crest...!
Ludmilla
No! We can't lose you too!
Rizette
I'm really scared...but...
Only I can save Finn now!
Only I can save Finn now!
Ludmilla
Rizette, wait!!!
Finn
(So this is...the barrier's magic...)
Finn
(It's like a storm...!)
Finn
(I-I'm getting blown away!)
Finn
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!
Finn
Ouch...
Finn
...Where am I?
Finn
(Crap! I was thrown pretty far by that
blast!)
blast!)
Finn
(Urg Roa, Lu'Ganan ruins, that barrier...
They're nowhere to be seen...)
They're nowhere to be seen...)
Finn
Nothing but...sand...
(Help!)
Finn
(That voice from before...)
Finn
(There must be someone out there
reaching out. I have to help them!)
reaching out. I have to help them!)
Finn
I guess I have to keep going.
Finn
Huff... Huff...
Finn
Ugh... Ah... Haa...
Finn
It's so hot...
Finn
But someone...needs...help...
Finn
I need to hurry...
Finn
It's so...hot...
Finn
My legs...
I can't...breathe...
I can't...breathe...
Finn
My vision is...blurring...
Finn
I don't think...I can go on...
Finn
...!
Finn
What... What is that?
Finn
(There's a castle...! I'm...saved...!)
Finn
Just a bit...more... Move...!
Finn
Come on, legs...move...!
Finn
Just a bit...more...!
Finn
Uhh... I got sand in my eyes...
Finn
Wha... What!?
Finn
The castle that was there...just now...
Finn
Was it blown away by the wind...?
Finn
...
Finn
A mirage...?
Finn
No way... Noooo!
Finn
(Is this it...? Am I really going to die in a
place like this...?)
place like this...?)
(Help... Help...)
Finn
That's right...! I'm here...to help...!
Finn
(Draw on the training with the captain!
And the mock battle with Ga'Luga...!)
And the mock battle with Ga'Luga...!)
Finn
It's going to be...okay... I can still—!
Finn
Ugh... Ah...
Finn
I feel...so...tired...
Finn
...Rizette...
.........
......
...
???
A white lily blooming in the desert...
???
It seems a pity to pluck it.
???
Take him to the castle.
Ruler of Orugeia
He will likely awaken soon...
Very well. This is Her Majesty's orders...
Understood...
Finn
Uh...
Maid
Ah, you're awake.
Finn
Where am I?
Maid
You are in the castle's infirmary.
Finn
I collapsed in the desert...
Did someone bring me here?
Did someone bring me here?
Maid
It's clear you have your wits about you.
Follow me, then.
Follow me, then.
Maid
I was instructed to bring you as soon as
you woke up.
you woke up.
Finn
Bring me...?
Orugeian Soldier A
Your Majesty. I have brought the foreigner.
Gilgamesh
I shall grant him an audience.
Bring him before me.
Bring him before me.
Orugeian Soldier B
Hey, you! Move it.
Finn
...!
Finn
(They mentioned "castle" earlier.
So this must be...the throne room...?)
So this must be...the throne room...?)
Finn
(Is she...the queen?)
Orugeian Soldier A
How insolent! Bow your head!
Finn
Ouch!
Gilgamesh
Why have you come here?
Finn
Well... I collapsed in the desert...
Someone must've brought me here.
Someone must've brought me here.
Gilgamesh
That doesn't answer my question. And you
don't seem to understand the situation.
don't seem to understand the situation.
Gilgamesh
I could snap my fingers and your head
would be removed in the blink of an eye.
would be removed in the blink of an eye.
Gilgamesh
Having said that, I have one question:
are you my enemy?
are you my enemy?
Finn
Uh... And who are you?
Orugeian Soldier A
How dare you address the Queen in such
a manner!
a manner!
Gilgamesh
You don't know who I am?
Listen well, then.
Listen well, then.
Gilgamesh
My name is Gilgamesh.
I am the Almighty Queen of Orugeia!
I am the Almighty Queen of Orugeia!
Gilgamesh
Everything here is under my rule.
And no one dares to defy me!
And no one dares to defy me!
Finn
(Such a formidable presence...! I've never
felt anything like it before...)
felt anything like it before...)
Gilgamesh
But you... You are not from this land.
Which means you are of no value to me.
Which means you are of no value to me.
Gilgamesh
However, I am interested to know what
scheme sent you here.
scheme sent you here.
Finn
Scheme?
Finn
I am a knight from the Kingdom of
Rigland!
Rigland!
Orugeian Soldiers
Ever heard of such a country?
Orugeian Soldiers
He's just spouting nonsense.
Finn
It's not nonsense! Just ask around and
you'll know I'm telling the truth!
you'll know I'm telling the truth!
Finn
I'm from the Pandemonium Task Force,
Red Dragon Knights!
Red Dragon Knights!
Finn
Finn, the Crimson Crestbearer!
Gilgamesh
"Crimson Crestbearer," you say...?
Sounds like the title of some legendary hero.
Sounds like the title of some legendary hero.
Orugeian Soldiers
Pff... Hehehe!
Orugeian Soldiers
Haha! He fancies himself a hero!
Finn
I'm not lying! You have to believe me!
Gilgamesh
Are you certain you're not lying?
Finn
I swear it!
Orugeia Gatekeeper
Your Majesty! A cameleer has just reported
being attacked by a large monster!
being attacked by a large monster!
Gilgamesh
What was that!? How many are being
attacked and how many monsters?
attacked and how many monsters?
Orugeia Gatekeeper
About ten people are being attacked...
By three monsters!
By three monsters!
Gilgamesh
Where?
Orugeia Gatekeeper
About two kilometers to the south! That's
what the witness has reported!
what the witness has reported!
Orugeian Soldier A
Your Majesty, with all due respect,
let us handle this!
let us handle this!
Gilgamesh
No, they're too close to the city. I task
you all with perimeter defense.
you all with perimeter defense.
Orugeian Soldier B
But, ma'am, then who will help them?
Gilgamesh
We must keep potential casualties
to a minimum.
to a minimum.
Orugeian Soldier C
Your Majesty... Not again...
Gilgamesh
Oh? You dare question me?
Orugeian Soldier C
N-No disrespect intended!
Gilgamesh
There's no time for idle chatter.
Get to your posts, now!
Get to your posts, now!
Orugeian Soldier A
Yes, ma'am!
Finn
If no one's going, then I will!
Gilgamesh
What are you saying?
Finn
People are being attacked, right?
I'm going to help them!
I'm going to help them!
Gilgamesh
Is it your intention to oppose me?
Finn
You're the queen here, aren't you?
How can you abandon your people?
How can you abandon your people?
Gilgamesh
Isis, are you there?
Isis
Yes, my queen. I am here.
Gilgamesh
He's committed the crime of insolence.
Lock him up.
Lock him up.
Finn
As a monarch, shouldn't you know what's
best—
best—
Gilgamesh
Silence! If you open your mouth again,
you'll regret it.
you'll regret it.
Gilgamesh
Isis, you brought him here.
I leave him to you.
I leave him to you.
Isis
As you command.
Finn
Your Majesty...!
Orugeian Soldier A
The restraints have been secured!
Orugeian Soldier B
Don't you dare resist!
Orugeian Soldier A
Then, we shall return to our duties!
Isis
At last, we're alone. Although it's not
the most romantic place...
the most romantic place...
Finn
You are... Isis, right?
Isis
Yes, that will suffice for now.
Do you need something?
Do you need something?
Finn
Please, let me out of here.
Isis
And where do you intend to go once
released?
released?
Finn
I'll go help those people being attacked!
Isis
People you don't even know.
Finn
Whether I know them or not doesn't
matter!
matter!
Finn
If I can save lives, I will!
Isis
Such a pure and innocent heart...
Truly, the white lily of the desert.
Truly, the white lily of the desert.
Finn
A white lily...?
Isis
It symbolizes purity and beauty.
It's a flower I love very much.
It's a flower I love very much.
Isis
What do you think of Queen Gilgamesh?
Finn
I don't know yet... But I do know that her
decision is wrong.
decision is wrong.
Finn
If even one life can be saved,
that chance shouldn't be dismissed!
that chance shouldn't be dismissed!
Isis
Let me be more direct: Do you think she
is a bad queen?
is a bad queen?
Finn
That's for the people to decide. As an
outsider, I'm not qualified to answer that.
outsider, I'm not qualified to answer that.
Isis
An outsider is often the best to judge.
Especially if you claim to be a "hero."
Especially if you claim to be a "hero."
Isis
Indeed... Let's use this opportunity.
Look well with those pure eyes of yours―
Look well with those pure eyes of yours―
Finn
You're going to let me out?
Why so suddenly...?
Why so suddenly...?
Isis
Hehe. That, I'm afraid, is a secret.
Isis
If you go through this corridor, you can
leave the kingdom without being noticed.
leave the kingdom without being noticed.
Isis
There will be camels at the exit.
Take one.
Take one.
Finn
Understood. Once I've done my duty,
I will return.
I will return.
Isis
Here, take this.
Finn
Is this...fruit?
Isis
They're dates. With these, you won't
collapse again.
collapse again.
Finn
You're very kind, Isis. I hope I can be
that kind of person too.
that kind of person too.
Finn
Thank you for everything! I'm off then!
Isis
Kind, am I... Hehe...
Isis
A white lily blooming in the desert...
How fragrant it must be♪
How fragrant it must be♪
Isis
Whether she's a bad queen or a
good one...
good one...
Isis
Decide for yourself.
The Almighty Queen
Finn
(There, over there—!)
Finn
(Monsters attacking a caravan!
And... is that Queen Gilgamesh!?)
And... is that Queen Gilgamesh!?)
Finn
—No, look out!!!
Gigantic Monster A
RRRRAAAAAWWWWRRRRRR!!!
Gilgamesh
You big galoot... I'll make you pay for this!
Gigantic Monster A
RAAAARRGHH!!??
Finn
(She sent the monster flying...with one
punch!?)
punch!?)
Gilgamesh
You can't dodge while in the air...
Gilgamesh
Might as well use you to clean the rust off
my royal spear!
my royal spear!
Gilgamesh
Hmph...
HAAAAAH!!!
HAAAAAH!!!
Gigantic Monster A
RAARRGH!? RAAAAA...AAARGHHHH—
Gilgamesh
Insignificant creature...
Caravan Member A
Her Majesty...Queen Gilgameeeesh!!!
Caravan Member B
Her Majesty! Our Queen Gilgamesh!!!
Gilgamesh
Your cheers are music to my ears.
The very source of my strength!
The very source of my strength!
Gilgamesh
More, I want more!!!
Caravan Member C
Your Majesty!!! Our almighty,
most beloved queen!!!
most beloved queen!!!
Gilgamesh
Yes, I am the Almighty Queen!
Gilgamesh
You lot are truly fortunate––
to witness my spear techniques up close.
to witness my spear techniques up close.
Gilgamesh
Now, worship me! Praise me!
All Caravan Members
Queen Gilgamesh! Queen Gilgamesh!!!
Gigantic Monster B
ROAAAAAARRRRRRRRR!!!
Gilgamesh
Offer your corpses to me, beasts!
Haaaa!!!
Haaaa!!!
Gigantic Monster B
RAAAAAWWRRR... ARGHHH...
Gilgamesh
I won't let you escape! There!!!
Gigantic Monster C
ARGHHH... ARR... AAH...
Gilgamesh
You chose the wrong prey.
Finn
So powerful... So this is what she's really
capable of...
capable of...
Gilgamesh
Is everyone safe?
Caravan Member A
No severe injuries. Thank you, Your Majesty!
Oh, we cannot thank you enough!
Oh, we cannot thank you enough!
Caravan Member B
Even my baby is safe!
And she's smiling at the Queen!
And she's smiling at the Queen!
Gilgamesh
Is that so? What a lovely child!
She'll surely grow up healthy and strong!
She'll surely grow up healthy and strong!
Finn
(So this is the true nature of
Queen Gilgamesh...)
Queen Gilgamesh...)
Gilgamesh
Why are you here? You were supposed
to be imprisoned, weren't you?
to be imprisoned, weren't you?
Finn
Ah... Well...
Gilgamesh
That blasted Isis sent reinforcements?
Always meddling...
Always meddling...
Finn
Your Majesty... Did you intend to
face the monsters alone?
face the monsters alone?
Gilgamesh
As I said, we must keep potential
casualties to a minimum.
casualties to a minimum.
Finn
But still... You are the queen. What if
something had happened to you...
something had happened to you...
Gilgamesh
I am the Almighty Gilgamesh!
There is no "what if" with me.
There is no "what if" with me.
Finn
(After seeing her strength earlier, I
believe it...)
believe it...)
Finn
(And she's willing to risk her life for those
she wants to protect!)
she wants to protect!)
Gigantic Monster
GRRRAAAAAAWWWWWRRRRR!!!
Caravan Member A
A fourth monster!?
Caravan Member B
Uwaahhhh!
Gilgamesh
Damn, I won't make it in time!
Finn
HAAAAAAAAAA!!!
Gigantic Monster
ROARGH...ARGHH...
Gilgamesh
Finn... What are you...
Finn
I want to protect people too!
That's why I became a knight!
That's why I became a knight!
Finn
We have that in common,
Your Majesty!
Your Majesty!
Gilgamesh
So we're alike, you and I...
Gilgamesh
We have arrived. Everyone, thank you
for enduring the long journey.
for enduring the long journey.
Caravan Member A
Oh, it's nothing! This is part of life for
us. We're not troubled at all.
us. We're not troubled at all.
Caravan Member B
Thank you for everything, Your Majesty!
And thank your companion too!
And thank your companion too!
Finn
I barely did anything... But why did you
bring the monsters' bodies to town?
bring the monsters' bodies to town?
Caravan Member C
Why? You sure ask some strange questions.
Caravan Member D
These monsters are delicious.
Whether you boil them or grill them!
Whether you boil them or grill them!
Finn
Delicious...? Boil or grill...?
You're going to eat them!?
You're going to eat them!?
Caravan Member A
You don't eat monsters in your parts?
What a waste.
What a waste.
Caravan Member B
Gather the people. Hey, we brought
monsters! There's plenty to go around!
monsters! There's plenty to go around!
Gilgamesh
It was Finn, right? Your skills in taking
down that last monster were impressive.
down that last monster were impressive.
Finn
Ah, no... I still have a lot to learn.
Gilgamesh
No, your swordsmanship was good. With
training, you could be a great warrior.
training, you could be a great warrior.
Gilgamesh
So... About that...
Finn
What is it?
Gilgamesh
Oh, well, it's a bit formal to say but...
Um, you know.
Um, you know.
Finn
I know? I know what?
Gilgamesh
You should understand from the context!
Finn
I'm sorry! I've always been bad at
reading between the lines...
reading between the lines...
Gilgamesh
Fine, I'll say it only once...
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for your help.
Finn
Oh... Huh...?
Gilgamesh
I've gone out of my way to say it,
and your answer is "huh!?"
and your answer is "huh!?"
Finn
I was caught off guard, I'm sorry...!
Finn
I'm just really glad everyone is safe.
You don't have to thank me.
You don't have to thank me.
Gilgamesh
(He's glad everyone is safe...
Even though he doesn't even know them...)
Even though he doesn't even know them...)
Gilgamesh
(Maybe...he might—)
Citizen of Orugeia
Your Majesty! Thank you for saving
the caravan!
the caravan!
Citizen of Orugeia
As expected of our queen!!!
Citizen of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh is back!
Hooray!!!
Hooray!!!
Orugeian Captain
Y-Your Majesty! You went on a
rescue mission alone again!?
rescue mission alone again!?
Orugeian Captain
When my men told me, I thought I might
die...
die...
Gilgamesh
I was the only person there who could
help. That's all there is to it.
help. That's all there is to it.
Gilgamesh
Besides, I am stronger than anyone.
Who better to take down monsters?
Who better to take down monsters?
Orugeian Captain
Respectfully, it's our duty to protect you,
ma'am. Do you consider us useless?
ma'am. Do you consider us useless?
Gilgamesh
If you want to protect me, then do your best
to keep peace in this country.
to keep peace in this country.
Orugeian Captain
We will maintain the peace, but...we
want to stand up for this declining
want to stand up for this declining
Orugeian Captain
country as well!
Citizen of Orugeia
Declining?
Citizen of Orugeia
Our Orugeia?
Citizen of Orugeia
I mean, I heard shopkeepers say the food
supplies have been decreasing...
supplies have been decreasing...
Gilgamesh
Where did you hear that...?
Orugeian Captain
So it's true after all.
Gilgamesh
Cough, decline in this country?
No such thing!
No such thing!
Gilgamesh
Now let's discuss something more exciting!
Citizen of Orugeia
Exciting?
Citizen of Orugeia
What is it, Your Majesty?
Gilgamesh
I have found someone to be my partner!
Citizen of Orugeia
Partner? Are you getting married,
ma'am!?
ma'am!?
Citizen of Orugeia
That's wonderful news!
Citizen of Orugeia
Who's the lucky person!?
Gilgamesh
The man standing next to me, in fact!
A hero from a foreign land... Finn!
A hero from a foreign land... Finn!
Finn
Huh!? Wha...!
Me!?
Me!?
Citizen of Orugeia
You mean... That rather unimpressive
man?
man?
Citizen of Orugeia
More importantly, did she just say
"hero?"
"hero?"
Citizen of Orugeia
I thought heroes only existed in fairy tales!
Gilgamesh
Today we celebrate! Let's serve these
monsters to everyone.
monsters to everyone.
Gilgamesh
Feast to your heart's content!
Citizen of Orugeia
Oooh, so generous!
Citizen of Orugeia
All right, a celebration it is!
We must contribute too!
We must contribute too!
Citizen of Orugeia
Bring out alcohol for everyone!
Festival Voices
Time to party!!!
Festival Voices
Come on, get into the spirit!
Gilgamesh
Hehe, such a lively atmosphere. It's good
to dance and indulge sometimes.
to dance and indulge sometimes.
Finn
Uh, um... Gilgamesh... Your Majesty?
Are you...serious about marrying me!?
Are you...serious about marrying me!?
Gilgamesh
Weeell, I had to say something...
Gilgamesh
Otherwise, unease would've spread
throughout the kingdom.
throughout the kingdom.
Finn
Wh-What? So that's what it was...!
You really surprised me!
You really surprised me!
Gilgamesh
I know how to read the room.
Besides, even I...am a woman after all...
Besides, even I...am a woman after all...
Gilgamesh
Anyway...forgive me!
Orugeian Minister A
Your Majesty, are you in there!?
Gilgamesh
...Here come the annoying ones.
Orugeia Minister B
Deciding on a marriage without
consulting us? How audacious!
consulting us? How audacious!
Orugeia Minister C
Oh, it seems you have a guest...
Gilgamesh
It's fine. He's involved too.
Orugeian Minister A
So, who is this partner of yours, ma'am?
Gilgamesh
Oh, just a hero from a foreign land.
A genuine one, at that.
A genuine one, at that.
Orugeia Minister B
A hero? Another one of your fantasies!
Orugeia Minister B
Like that time you replaced your secretary
with a stranger on a whim—
with a stranger on a whim—
Orugeia Minister C
The council won't stay quiet about
your arbitrary decisions.
your arbitrary decisions.
Gilgamesh
Whine as much you please. I have long
been aware of your true intentions.
been aware of your true intentions.
Orugeian Minister A
What do you mean...?
Gilgamesh
You plan to appoint someone under your
influence as my consort, to monopolize
influence as my consort, to monopolize
Gilgamesh
the privileges in this kingdom.
Isn't that right?
Isn't that right?
Orugeia Minister B
Wha—Preposterous...! You're the one at
fault, Your Majesty!
fault, Your Majesty!
Orugeia Minister C
You consistently favor strangers... And now
you're choosing one with tainted blood?
you're choosing one with tainted blood?
Gilgamesh
You dare call my betrothed tainted? Keep
on and there shall be consequences!
on and there shall be consequences!
Orugeia Minister C
Ugh...
Isis
My my, the atmosphere is quite tense.
Orugeian Minister A
We're in the middle of a discussion!
Step back!
Step back!
Isis
Calm down, please. I'll hear you out over
there. I'll take good care of you, I promise...
there. I'll take good care of you, I promise...
Orugeia Minister B
Take good care of us, she says...
Orugeia Minister C
Gulp.
Isis
Yes, let's have a deep, warm conversation,
shall we?
shall we?
Orugeian Minister A
Actually, we wanted your opinion too.
All right, over there it is...
All right, over there it is...
Isis
Hehe, I appreciate your cooperation.
Gilgamesh
I'm coming too. After being spoken to
like that, I'm not backing down!
like that, I'm not backing down!
Isis
No, my queen, please leave this to me.
Isis
Sir Finn, or rather, respected future
consort. Please take care of the Queen.
consort. Please take care of the Queen.
Isis
Perhaps it's time for her to relax a bit.
Finn
(She did seem really rattled during
that argument. Maybe she's tired...)
that argument. Maybe she's tired...)
Gilgamesh
What are you talking about, I don't need
to—
to—
Finn
You can leave Her Majesty to me.
Gilgamesh
F-Finn...!?
Isis
I am glad to hear that.
Gilgamesh
Wait, Isis!
Finn
You Majesty...or rather, Gilgamesh!
Let's go to the festival!
Let's go to the festival!
Gilgamesh
Hey, let go! That's insolence...!
Finn
But didn't you say we're supposed to be
partners?
partners?
Gilgamesh
Th-That's...! Don't nitpick...!
Finn
Come on, Gilgamesh! Let's go!
Gilgamesh
R-Really...! You're so stubborn...
Going Incognito
Finn
Gilgamesh, those sunglasses...
Gilgamesh
What? Don't they look good on me?
Finn
No, it's not that. You just haven't worn
them before.
them before.
Gilgamesh
If I go to the festival without a disguise,
it'll cause a stir and ruin everyone's fun.
it'll cause a stir and ruin everyone's fun.
Gilgamesh
These shades were treated with a spell
that inhibits perception.
that inhibits perception.
Gilgamesh
Ordinary people won't recognize me.
Finn
Then why can I recognize you as
Gilgamesh?
Gilgamesh?
Gilgamesh
They were made by Isis. She probably made
some adjustments I didn't ask for again.
some adjustments I didn't ask for again.
Gilgamesh
Or maybe it's because you're a hero...
Finn
Speaking of which, when I introduced myself
as the Crestbearer, the soldiers laughed.
as the Crestbearer, the soldiers laughed.
Gilgamesh
Well, I don't know about your country, but
here "crestbearers" are considered
here "crestbearers" are considered
Gilgamesh
fictional entities. Fantasy heroes of
legend.
legend.
Finn
What? No, the person that confronts the
Pandemonium is the Crimson Crestbearer!
Pandemonium is the Crimson Crestbearer!
Finn
I'm living proof!
Gilgamesh
What is this "Pandemonium" you
speak of?
speak of?
Finn
(She doesn't know about the
Pandemonium...?)
Pandemonium...?)
Finn
(I know this place is really remote,
but how is that possible!?)
but how is that possible!?)
Finn
What about the Eternal or Aeon Lords?
Gilgamesh
I've never even heard of them.
Finn
(Is it possible that the barrier protects this
place from the Pandemonium's influence?)
place from the Pandemonium's influence?)
Gilgamesh
I don't quite get it, but you're fighting to
defeat them, right?
defeat them, right?
Gilgamesh
That's what a "crestbearer" is?
Finn
I just want to protect people.
Bringing peace is all that matters.
Bringing peace is all that matters.
Gilgamesh
I can tell you speak the truth just by looking
at you.
at you.
Gilgamesh
I called heroes "fantasies" earlier,
but the truth is, I've always admired them.
but the truth is, I've always admired them.
Gilgamesh
It was both admiration and hope—listening
to stories of heroes was my greatest solace.
to stories of heroes was my greatest solace.
Finn
That reminds me, when we first met,
you were the only one not laughing.
you were the only one not laughing.
Gilgamesh
To me, heroes are special.
Finn
Special, huh...
Gilgamesh
Now, you're going to escort me. After all, you
forced me to go out. You owe me that much!
forced me to go out. You owe me that much!
Finn
I'm not sure how to do that,
but I'll give it a try!
but I'll give it a try!
Gilgamesh
Don't say such pathetic things.
Lead the way, brave one!
Lead the way, brave one!
Finn
Uh, this way maybe... Ah, found it!
It should be in that crowd over there!
It should be in that crowd over there!
Gilgamesh
Ah, such a delightful aroma. It seems like
they made stew. And good one, at that!
they made stew. And good one, at that!
Finn
You can tell the dish just from its scent!?
Gilgamesh
Hmph, it comes with being a queen.
Orugeia Girl
Hey ma'am, one plate please!
Food Distributing Lady
Here ya go, eat up! It's on the Queen's
tab, after all!
tab, after all!
Orugeia Girl
Wow! Queen Gilgamesh is amazing!
Food Distributing Lady
Now, once you get your plate,
move to the back to let others through!
move to the back to let others through!
Food Distributing Lady
All right, it's your turn!
Two servings, right?
Two servings, right?
Gilgamesh
No, I'll take fifty.
Food Distributing Lady
F-Fifty!?
Food Distributing Lady
W-Wait, just because we have plenty
doesn't mean you can just...
doesn't mean you can just...
Food Distributing Lady
If I do that, I'll get in trouble with
the Queen!
the Queen!
Gilgamesh
Calm yourself. You still have more,
right?
right?
Food Distributing Lady
Rules are rules! Keep pushing and I'll
call the royal guards!
call the royal guards!
Gilgamesh
Fine, twenty will do for the two of us.
Gilgamesh
I'll send some more people over later,
just hand them thirty servings.
just hand them thirty servings.
Food Distributing Lady
What are you...
Gilgamesh
Shush.
Food Distributing Lady
Wait, you are the qu—!?
Gilgamesh
I'd prefer not to make a scene.
Cooperate, will you?
Cooperate, will you?
Food Distributing Lady
Oh, I see... You're sending the food
somewhere as a gift?
somewhere as a gift?
Gilgamesh
Well, something like that.
I'm counting on you.
I'm counting on you.
Gilgamesh
Finn, you're lagging behind.
What are you doing?
What are you doing?
Finn
Yes...ma'am! I am on my way!
Gilgamesh
Why are you being formal now?
Finn
Ah, um...
I'll be there in a moment, Gilgamesh!
I'll be there in a moment, Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
If it feels weird, just speak how you like.
Finn
I mean, I'm supposed to be your partner.
You won't be able to relax if I am too formal...
You won't be able to relax if I am too formal...
Gilgamesh
Is that what you've been thinking?
Either way is fine with me.
Either way is fine with me.
Finn
If you don't mind, I'll speak casually then.
Gilgamesh
Suit yourself.
Finn
Where are we going now? It looks like
we're getting farther away from the castle.
we're getting farther away from the castle.
Gilgamesh
My hometown—the slums.
Finn
The slums...? But...you're a queen...
Gilgamesh
I didn't always live in a fancy castle.
Gilgamesh
Let me tell you a little story...
Gilgamesh
I never had parents.
Gilgamesh
I didn't even know if they were alive or
dead.
dead.
Gilgamesh
Although I tried to look for them, most of the
time I was too focused on merely surviving
time I was too focused on merely surviving
Gilgamesh
to have time for that.
Gilgamesh
Day after day, the adults forced me to
work. I was basically a slave.
work. I was basically a slave.
Gilgamesh
But that was better than death.
Gilgamesh
The day when I had clearly grown into a
woman, I was more afraid than ever.
woman, I was more afraid than ever.
Gilgamesh
I had a vague idea of the destiny that
awaited me.
awaited me.
Gilgamesh
At one point, I tried to escape the place
with my childhood friends.
with my childhood friends.
Gilgamesh
Do you know the most important thing
to survive in the slums?
to survive in the slums?
Gilgamesh
It's not being seen... If seen, you're lured
with false promises of a warm meal...
with false promises of a warm meal...
Gilgamesh
If you take the bait, you're forced into a
bag and sold off somewhere.
bag and sold off somewhere.
Gilgamesh
All my friends were captured.
Only I remained...
Only I remained...
???
"You are the illegitimate child of the
previous king."
previous king."
Gilgamesh
One day, a man appeared before me.
???
"Only you can inherit the throne of this
nation."
nation."
Gilgamesh
Strangely, I believed those words.
Gilgamesh
Even though they seemed more deceptive
than anything I'd heard before.
than anything I'd heard before.
Gilgamesh
It was he, the former royal secretary, who
led me to become queen.
led me to become queen.
Finn
Is this the slums...?
Gilgamesh
It used to be. But yes, this is where I
was born and raised.
was born and raised.
Gilgamesh
After ascending the throne, my first
policy was clearing away the slums.
policy was clearing away the slums.
Gilgamesh
Now it's a bright and beautiful place.
Finn
I can't believe this place used to be as
dark as you said.
dark as you said.
Gilgamesh
But even if this is a "former" slum,
the fact that it used to be a slum remains.
the fact that it used to be a slum remains.
Vagrant
Ugh... What're you gawking at...
Gilgamesh
You're hungry, aren't you? Here, eat.
Vagrant
I don't have money...
Gilgamesh
I don't need it. Just fill your stomach.
Nothing's as hard as going hungry.
Nothing's as hard as going hungry.
Vagrant
...
Vagrant
Give that to me, it's mine!
Gilgamesh
Eat slowly. No one's going to take it from
you. This isn't the same place as before.
you. This isn't the same place as before.
Vagrant
Hmph, it is different now... If you do anything
shady, the soldiers come running!
shady, the soldiers come running!
Vagrant
I liked the old slums better. Who asked
for this kind of open place?
for this kind of open place?
Gilgamesh
I see. Keep eating, but hear me out.
Gilgamesh
I'll make sure you can live without
having to do anything wrong.
having to do anything wrong.
Gilgamesh
So I hope one day you'll have a change of
heart.
heart.
Vagrant
Pssh, mind your own business!
Gilgamesh
As a start, I've prepared a place where
anyone can learn. Feel free to visit sometime!
anyone can learn. Feel free to visit sometime!
Finn
Is this what hasn't changed?
Gilgamesh
Yes, it's still far from ideal.
Gilgamesh
Come on, let's move on. There's another
place I want to show you.
place I want to show you.
Orphanage Girl A
Ah, it's the Queen!
Orphanage Boy B
Why are you here?
Gilgamesh
Hey, have you all been well?
Still as picky about food as always?
Still as picky about food as always?
Finn
What is this place?
Orphanage Teacher
It's an orphanage, graciously built by
Queen Gilgamesh.
Queen Gilgamesh.
Finn
An orphanage, huh? And built by
Gilgamesh...
Gilgamesh...
Orphanage Teacher
Hehe, you must be someone special to
talk about Her Majesty so casually.
talk about Her Majesty so casually.
Finn
Uh, no... I mean...
Orphanage Teacher
Embarrassed? Hehe, how adorable!
Finn
Um... Her Majesty is really popular
with the children, isn't she?
with the children, isn't she?
Orphanage Teacher
Yes, despite her busy schedule, she
always finds time to visit us.
always finds time to visit us.
Orphanage Teacher
The dreams of the children here are all
related to Queen Gilgamesh.
related to Queen Gilgamesh.
Orphanage Teacher
Some say, "I want to support the
Queen," and there are even those who
Queen," and there are even those who
Orphanage Teacher
say, "I want to be the Queen."
Finn
I see... So she's their hero...
Finn
You've become the kind of hero that
you've always admired, haven't you.
you've always admired, haven't you.
Beneath the Starry Sky
Orphanage Teacher
Okay, let's thank Queen Gilgamesh!
Orphanage Girl A
Thank you, Queen Gilgamesh!
Orphanage Boy B
The food was delicious!
Orphanage Children
Thank you very much!
Orphanage Teacher
And now, let's thank Queen Gilgamesh's
husband too!
husband too!
Orphanage Children
Thank you, Queen Gilgamesh's husband!
Orphanage Children
Thank you so much!
Finn
No, no, I didn't do anything.
It's all thanks to Her Majesty.
It's all thanks to Her Majesty.
Gilgamesh
You distributed the food. And you were
quite good at handling the children.
quite good at handling the children.
Finn
They really like you, Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
Well, things like this are part of my official
duties too.
duties too.
Gilgamesh
Children are the treasure of the nation.
If the children are happy, so is the realm.
If the children are happy, so is the realm.
Finn
If the children are happy...
Finn
All right, but this is supposed to be a break.
You must rest properly.
You must rest properly.
Gilgamesh
You sound just like Isis.
I don't need any rest—
I don't need any rest—
Orphanage Teacher
It's getting close to sunset. How about
visiting a place with a nice view?
visiting a place with a nice view?
Finn
A place with a nice view? Right!
Gilgamesh
Wha—Why would you...
Finn
Let's go, Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
Wh-Where to?
Finn
It's a surprise! You'll see!
Orphanage Girl A
They seem close, don't they?
Orphanage Teacher
Yes, I don't think I've ever seen
Queen Gilgamesh like this before...
Queen Gilgamesh like this before...
Finn
A sky full of stars!
It's so beautiful!
It's so beautiful!
Gilgamesh
I'm usually too busy with my duties to
remember to look at the stars...
remember to look at the stars...
Gilgamesh
Back in the slums, the only beautiful
thing in my life was the night sky.
thing in my life was the night sky.
Finn
(I learned so much about Gilgamesh
today.)
today.)
Finn
(One thing I can say for sure. She cares
about her subjects more than anyone else.)
about her subjects more than anyone else.)
Finn
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Gilgamesh
Why so formal all of a sudden?
Finn
When I see someone asking for help, I can
never turn my back on them.
never turn my back on them.
Finn
I will definitely help.
Finn
And that's possible because there are
leaders like you.
leaders like you.
Finn
In this country, there must be plenty of
people who are grateful to you, just like I am.
people who are grateful to you, just like I am.
Gilgamesh
I'm just doing what's expected of a queen.
Finn
You've been able to accomplish this thanks
to the strength of your beliefs, Gilgamesh.
to the strength of your beliefs, Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
Hmph... You're praising me quite openly.
Finn
As your partner, don't I have the right to
praise you?
praise you?
Gilgamesh
I've never met anyone like you before.
Gilgamesh
Someone who dares to speak to me as an
equal. You have guts.
equal. You have guts.
Gilgamesh
What would you do if I really offered you
that role?
that role?
Finn
"That role?"
Gilgamesh
Will you become my consort?
Finn
Oh!
Uh... Well...
Uh... Well...
Finn
At the moment I have to take care of the
Pandemonium. So that no one else gets hurt!
Pandemonium. So that no one else gets hurt!
Finn
...I'm sorry, Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
Pfft... Hahaha! You took that seriously?
You're too naive, Finn.
You're too naive, Finn.
Finn
Wh-What? Oh, it was a joke!
Gilgamesh
Of course, you fool.
Gilgamesh
But even if it was a joke, you rejected
the queen's words. I won't let you off easy.
the queen's words. I won't let you off easy.
Finn
Won't let me off easy...!?
Gilgamesh
As the penalty for disrespect, how about
you buy me a piece of jewelry?
you buy me a piece of jewelry?
Finn
Oh, if it's just that... Yes, I can afford a
piece of jewelry.
piece of jewelry.
Gilgamesh
Don't regret saying that later!
Now, follow me, Finn!
Now, follow me, Finn!
Finn
Hey, I don't actually have much money!
Finn
I was wondering what kind of shop you
were taking me to...
were taking me to...
Gilgamesh
Don't look down on it just because it's a
street stall.
street stall.
Gilgamesh
I heard this place has the best selection in
the country.
the country.
Shopkeeper
The lady is right! We always provide the
widest selection of best quality items!
widest selection of best quality items!
Gilgamesh
Choose a piece that best suits me, Finn.
Unless you can't do that?
Unless you can't do that?
Finn
I wouldn't say I can't, but...
Where do I even start...?
Where do I even start...?
Gilgamesh
Don't think too much.
Just choose what you think I'd like.
Just choose what you think I'd like.
Finn
And you'll be okay with my choice?
Gilgamesh
That's what I've been saying.
Finn
Then...this one?
Gilgamesh
It's quite a simple necklace...
Finn
It's gentle, but undeniably strong.
Perfect for the Gilgamesh I've come to know.
Perfect for the Gilgamesh I've come to know.
Gilgamesh
You compare me to something gentle but
strong... Not bad.
strong... Not bad.
Finn
Let's get it then.
How much is it, ma'am?
How much is it, ma'am?
Shopkeeper
One silver coin!
Finn
One silver coin, huh... Will this suffice?
Shopkeeper
Never seen a coin like this before... But
this weight...!
this weight...!
Finn
Is it not enough?
Shopkeeper
Oh, it's certainly enough! It seems the silver
is of exceptionally high purity.
is of exceptionally high purity.
Shopkeeper
If you took it to a money changer, I reckon
it'd be worth three local coins...
it'd be worth three local coins...
Shopkeeper
I wouldn't be able to live with myself as
a merchant if I traded such a simple
a merchant if I traded such a simple
Shopkeeper
necklace for this coin.
Shopkeeper
Please exchange it for this one with gems!
Finn
What should we do...?
Gilgamesh
Finn's made his choice, and so have I.
And a queen doesn't change her mind.
And a queen doesn't change her mind.
Finn
Are you sure about that necklace?
Gilgamesh
You said it suited me, didn't you?
Then, this is the one.
Then, this is the one.
Gilgamesh
And now I'll let your multiple acts of
insolence slide, like I said.
insolence slide, like I said.
Gilgamesh
(I know Isis has been saying so all along,
but maybe taking a break wasn't so bad...)
but maybe taking a break wasn't so bad...)
Gilgamesh
Ngh...cough...
Gilgamesh
(A sudden cough...?)
Finn
Gilgamesh, what's wrong!?
Gilgamesh
It's... It's nothing...
Finn
Clearly something's wrong.
Are you hurt?
Are you hurt?
Gilgamesh
Shut up, stay away from me...
This is where we say goodbye...
This is where we say goodbye...
Finn
What? Hey!
Gilgamesh, where are you going!?
Gilgamesh, where are you going!?
Gilgamesh
Don't... Don't follow me or I'll have you
arrested... Understand?
arrested... Understand?
Finn
Gilgamesh...
Finn
What's going on...
Gilgamesh
Huff, huff...
Gilgamesh
(No one's around...)
Gilgamesh
Ugh... Ah!
Gilgamesh
Cough, cough... Cough, cough, COUGH!
Gilgamesh
(Blood...)
Gilgamesh
So there's not much time left...
Gilgamesh
Cough, cough, cough!
Gilgamesh
But first, Orugeia must...
Finn
(Something was really off with
Gilgamesh when we parted ways.)
Gilgamesh when we parted ways.)
Finn
(What could have happened to her...)
Knock, knock.
Orugeian Soldier
Is there someone named Finn here?
Finn
A soldier from the castle?
Wasn't I pardoned?
Wasn't I pardoned?
Orugeian Soldier
Yes, your freedom has been guaranteed by
Queen Gilgamesh's order.
Queen Gilgamesh's order.
Finn
Then why are you here for me?
Orugeian Soldier
You have been summoned.
Finn
By the Queen?
Orugeian Soldier
Yes, by Queen Rizette.
Finn
Huh!? Queen Rizette...!?
Finn
Rizette!
Rizette
Finn...!!!
I'm so, so relieved!
I'm so, so relieved!
Rizette
I was really worried...
Finn
I'm sorry.
Rizette
No, it's okay, as long as you're safe.
And really, I'm one to talk.
And really, I'm one to talk.
Rizette
I left Captain Ludmilla and the others
behind...
behind...
Finn
So, only you came this way?
Rizette
Yes, I was the only one who managed to
pass through the barrier...
pass through the barrier...
Finn
Ah, I thought you broke the barrier and
came here with everyone.
came here with everyone.
Rizette
No, I think the barrier still exists.
Rizette
More importantly, Finn! I heard rumors.
Rizette
Are you really marrying the queen of this
country...!?
country...!?
Finn
Uh... No, that's a misunderstanding...
Rizette
A misunderstanding?
What do you mean?
What do you mean?
Finn
It's a strategy.
Gilgamesh
No, it is neither a misunderstanding nor
a strategy.
a strategy.
Finn
Gilgamesh! Are you all right?
Gilgamesh
What do you mean? I'm the same as ever.
Finn
(Then what happened yesterday...? Maybe
she just had a stomachache or something?)
she just had a stomachache or something?)
Gilgamesh
Well then, visitor.
Do you have business with my intended?
Do you have business with my intended?
Rizette
Intended... So it's true...
Finn
It's just a little gossip to keep people
busy...!
busy...!
Gilgamesh
Who said such a thing? I intend to have
Finn serve both me and Orugeia.
Finn serve both me and Orugeia.
Finn
Serve? What do you mean...?
Gilgamesh
Oh, all sorts of things. From tonight,
you will also assist in providing an heir.
you will also assist in providing an heir.
Rizette
Wh-Wh-Wh-What? An heir...!!!
Finn
Wait a minute, Gilgamesh!
Why would you say that!?
Why would you say that!?
Gilgamesh
The reason does not matter. My word in
this country is absolute!
this country is absolute!
Finn
But that's...so tyrannical!
Isis
My, my, what a scene.
Finn
Isis! Gilgamesh is saying crazy things—
Isis
No, she is not. But let's not forget, I was the
first to take notice of Sir Finn here.
first to take notice of Sir Finn here.
Finn
...Not you too, Isis!?
Rizette
Another woman...
And she's beautiful too...
And she's beautiful too...
Gilgamesh
Bold of you to try to claim what belongs to
the queen, Isis.
the queen, Isis.
Isis
You seem unusually interested. Well, the
desire to monopolize beautiful things
desire to monopolize beautiful things
Isis
is quite understandable...
Isis
Shall I take that as a declaration of war?
Gilgamesh
Sure, take it as you want.
Finn
Can you both please stop!? Why are you
teasing us like this!
teasing us like this!
Isis
Oh my, we got scolded...
Gilgamesh
Haa... You're such a buzzkill, Finn.
Rizette
Umm...?
Finn
They were just kidding. They aren't usually
like this.
like this.
Rizette
Oh, I see... I'm glad you don't belong to
anyone else...
anyone else...
Rizette
I mean, not in that sense!
Finn
What was that?
Rizette
N-Nothing...
Isis
Ah, perhaps Finn is the cruelest of us all...
Gilgamesh
If I were in her place, I'd have him thrown
in jail immediately.
in jail immediately.
Finn
(What am I being accused of here again...?)
Gilgamesh
So, if it's not about Finn, what business do
you have with me, the Queen of Orugeia?
you have with me, the Queen of Orugeia?
Rizette
Um, well...
Rizette
I apologize for not introducing myself
earlier. My name is Rizette.
earlier. My name is Rizette.
Rizette
I'm a member of the same order of
knighthood as Finn.
knighthood as Finn.
Gilgamesh
And why did you come here, Rizette?
Rizette
My goal was to find Finn.
And I've achieved that.
And I've achieved that.
Rizette
Additionally, as the representative of the
Araka settlement, I need to discuss
Araka settlement, I need to discuss
Rizette
an important matter with the ruler of
this country!
this country!
Gilgamesh
...What is this "Araka?"
Rizette
I thought you might not know...
Well then, everyone, come in.
Well then, everyone, come in.
ArakaB(Araka Residents
Aye, Your Majesty!
Finn
Those people are from Araka...?
Rizette, you really are a queen!
Rizette, you really are a queen!
Rizette
No, no... Not you too, Finn...
Rizette
Anyway, let me explain the how I came to
meet the people of Araka.
meet the people of Araka.
Rizette
After hearing my story, I would like the
Queen to make her judgment.
Queen to make her judgment.
Rizette
Whether to remain on good terms with
Araka...or to wage war once again!
Araka...or to wage war once again!
Another Monarch
After passing through the barrier,
I wandered the desert looking for Finn.
I wandered the desert looking for Finn.
I walked and walked, calling out his
name.
name.
Rizette
Huff... Ahh... Huff...
Rizette
(Sand, sand, and more sand...)
Rizette
(Finn... Where did you go...!?)
Rizette
Is that...!?
Is that Finn waving at me!?
Is that Finn waving at me!?
Rizette
No... It's not him... It's a mirage...
An illusion...
An illusion...
Rizette
(How many times have I seen Finn...
And every time, it was just an illusion...)
And every time, it was just an illusion...)
Rizette
Finn... Finn...!
Fighting back tears, I kept moving, hoping
Finn was waiting somewhere ahead.
Finn was waiting somewhere ahead.
Then I saw a green blur in the distance.
Rizette
(Could that be a settlement...
Maybe the village Gilgan mentioned...)
Maybe the village Gilgan mentioned...)
Rizette
(Maybe Finn is there...)
Rizette
Or it's just another mirage...
My doubts never faded.
Still, the vision of hope shimmering before
my eyes was all I had to cling to.
my eyes was all I had to cling to.
As I got closer, I saw smoke...
Rizette
(A battle...!)
The hellish scene from when my hometown,
Westcarte, was attacked
Westcarte, was attacked
flashed through my mind.
My legs froze. My body shivered
uncontrollably, and my teeth chattered.
uncontrollably, and my teeth chattered.
I remembered the promise Finn and I made
together.
together.
Finn
"Let's find a way to save Theo and end
the Pandemonium!"
the Pandemonium!"
For that reason, I became a knight. I'm
not the weak girl I used to be!
not the weak girl I used to be!
Araka Residents
Please stop! What harm have we ever
done ya?
done ya?
Araka Resident
I reckon we can talk it out!
Araka Resident
Stop the violence, would ya!
Orugeian Captain
Ha! We are the noble people of Orugeia!
Why would we bother discussing
Why would we bother discussing
Orugeian Captain
anything with lesser beings like you?
Orugeian Soldier
If you're not of Orugeia, you're not even
human!
human!
Orugeian Soldier
Nothing to "talk out" here!
Orugeian Soldiers
Haaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!
Rizette
(How unfair...!)
Rizette
(I have to help those people!)
Rizette
(I've hunted with a bow for a long time.)
Rizette
(My aim should be good enough to hit that
arrogant fool—)
arrogant fool—)
Orugeian Captain
You spineless cowards. I don't know when
you settled right next to Orugeia, but...
you settled right next to Orugeia, but...
Orugeian Captain
Your pathetic existence ends here!
Rizette
Stop!
Orugeian Captain
Who are you...?
Rizette
Just a passerby helping out!
Rizette
Don't you feel ashamed to attack a
defenseless village so mercilessly?
defenseless village so mercilessly?
Orugeian Captain
If you're not of Orugeia, you're insects!
Who needs permission to crush bugs?
Who needs permission to crush bugs?
Rizette
...Talking to you is pointless, isn't it?
Rizette
Retreat now! My next arrow won't miss!
Orugeian Captain
We're not in the wrong here!
Enemies of Orugeia are evil!
Enemies of Orugeia are evil!
Orugeian Soldier
Take out that archer!
Rizette
(They won't catch up easily in this terrain.
Besides, they're just regular humans.)
Besides, they're just regular humans.)
Rizette
(Not as scary as Aeon Lords!)
Rizette
(I'll aim for their legs as much as
possible—)
possible—)
Orugeian Soldier
Damn, her aim is too good!
Orugeian Captain
Half of you, prioritize dealing with the
villagers!
villagers!
Rizette
(I can't protect everyone here alone!)
Rizette
Everyone...! Please, fight to protect
yourselves!
yourselves!
Araka Resident
No can do, kind-hearted miss.
Rizette
Why not!? If you don't, your hometown
will be lost.
will be lost.
Rizette
You can't protect it if you don't fight!
Araka Resident
We don't trouble the weak. Never have.
It's our ironclad rule, it is.
It's our ironclad rule, it is.
Rizette
(Those soldiers are supposed to be
"weak...?")
"weak...?")
Rizette
(No matter how you look at it, it's these
unarmed folks that seem weaker here...)
unarmed folks that seem weaker here...)
Orugeian Soldier
Haaaaaah!!!
Araka Resident
Waaaaaah!
Rizette
(The only damage seems to be to the houses
and fields.)
and fields.)
Rizette
(I don't see any injuries among the
people...)
people...)
Rizette
(Maybe they are actually strong, and only
their rules prevent them from fighting?)
their rules prevent them from fighting?)
Rizette
Everyone, please listen! Soldiers with
weapons are definitely not "weak!"
weapons are definitely not "weak!"
Rizette
So it's okay to fight!
Araka Resident
What!?
Araka Resident
Aye, as expected from our savior!
I didn't quite realize that!
I didn't quite realize that!
Araka Resident
It's only against our rules if ya hold
weapons, y'all!
weapons, y'all!
Araka Resident
Fight without them and protect the village!
Araka Residents
Aye!
Orugeian Captain
No weapons? Don't underestimate us!
We are the noble soldiers of Orugeia!
We are the noble soldiers of Orugeia!
Orugeian Soldier
Dieeeee!!!
Araka Resident
It's dangerous, swingin' blades around
like that. We'll have to put an end to that!
like that. We'll have to put an end to that!
Araka Resident
Fistfightin' seems reckless too, I reckon...
Why not just throw 'em like this!
Why not just throw 'em like this!
Orugeian Soldier
Impossible! How can you match us
bare-handed...?
bare-handed...?
Orugeian Soldier
Captain... They're monsters...
Orugeian Captain
Damn it... Regroup and retreat!
Rizette
You actually won...
With just your bare hands...
With just your bare hands...
Araka Resident
All thanks to our queen's advice!
Araka Resident
Our queen, our queen!!!
Rizette
Queen!? You must be mistaking me for
someone else.
someone else.
Rizette
I'm Rizette, of the Red Dragon Knights.
Araka Resident
Ain't no mistake. The one with hair as
gold as the sun, the one who guides us—
gold as the sun, the one who guides us—
Araka Resident
Aye, that is our monarch!
Rizette
I didn't guide anyone... I helped a little.
Rizette
You guys were the ones who drove the
enemy away.
enemy away.
Araka Resident
Nay, it's all thanks to Queen Rizette!
Rizette
Aaargh... I'm not someone you should be
calling a queen...!
calling a queen...!
Rizette
But I'm glad your village wasn't
taken.
taken.
Rizette
I've already lost my own hometown,
I didn't want you to go through that too.
I didn't want you to go through that too.
Araka Resident
What are ya sayin', Majesty!
This can be yer new hometown!
This can be yer new hometown!
Rizette
I told you, I'm not a queen... Really!
Rizette
By the way, has a boy named Finn
come here recently?
come here recently?
Rizette
He's my friend. I came here looking for him.
Araka Resident
Finn...? Other than them brutes,
no one ever comes here.
no one ever comes here.
Rizette
No one?
Araka Resident
Aye, that's how it's always been.
Rizette
(Maybe this really is the secluded village
Gilgan mentioned...)
Gilgan mentioned...)
Rizette
But if Finn isn't here, I'll have to look
elsewhere.
elsewhere.
Araka Resident
You're... You're leavin', Majesty?
Araka Resident
Are ya abandonin' us...?
Rizette
You guys are strong.
You don't need me.
You don't need me.
Araka Residents
So ya really are abandonin' us...
Araka Residents
Leavin' us all alone...
Rizette
Uh...uuugh...
Rizette
Okay, okay! I'll stay to help you restore
peace.
peace.
Rizette
But in return, can you help me find my
friend?
friend?
Araka Representative
Those precious to you are precious to
the folk of Araka too, they are.
the folk of Araka too, they are.
Olark
I'm Olark. Whether it's the valleys or the
highlands, I'm with ya, Majesty!
highlands, I'm with ya, Majesty!
Rizette
...I told you, I'm not your queen.
Olark
So, whaddya reckon we should do
next?
next?
Rizette
Those soldiers didn't seem like stray
rogues or mercenaries.
rogues or mercenaries.
Rizette
They probably belong to some
government's army.
government's army.
Rizette
I want to follow them and see where
they go. What do you think?
they go. What do you think?
Olark
Y'all hear that? Sharp as a knife!
That's our queen, folks!
That's our queen, folks!
ArakaB(Araka Residents
Queen Rizette, Queen Rizette!!!
Rizette
I-I told you, stop calling me queen!!!
Finn
So, they call you their "queen," huh?
Rizette
Yes... I haven't acknowledged it, though...
Gilgamesh
The soldiers of this country were
attacking the people of the Araka village?
attacking the people of the Araka village?
Rizette
Yes, there's no doubt about it. I followed
the trail of their march.
the trail of their march.
Gilgamesh
I see...
Olark
Ah, would ya look at that magnificent golden
hair! Even comin' close to Queen Rizette's!
hair! Even comin' close to Queen Rizette's!
Finn
They don't really feel the tension...
Rizette
That's just how they are.
Gilgamesh
Hmm, you seem familiar somehow... But I
still have no recollection of this Araka.
still have no recollection of this Araka.
Gilgamesh
However, if the attack really happened,
it's a stain on Orugeia's honor.
it's a stain on Orugeia's honor.
Gilgamesh
Summon everyone related to this matter
at once!
at once!
Royal Judgment
Isis
Here are the ones you called for,
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty.
Gilgamesh
Captain, do you recognize these people?
Orugeian Captain
Y-You...!
Your Majesty, they are barbarians!
Your Majesty, they are barbarians!
Araka Resident
What in the world are ya on about?
You're the ones who attacked us!
You're the ones who attacked us!
Orugeian Captain
No, the mere fact that they ventured all
the way to Orugeia is evidence enough!
the way to Orugeia is evidence enough!
Rizette
We only came to talk.
We have no intention of fighting.
We have no intention of fighting.
Orugeian Captain
Lies upon lies, how foolish! This is our
Orugeia! You will not do as you please here!
Orugeia! You will not do as you please here!
Orugeian Captain
We have ten times the numbers here than
before! We can take you down this instant!
before! We can take you down this instant!
Gilgamesh
SILENCE!!!
Orugeian Captain
M-My apologies...
Gilgamesh
Why did you attack the Araka village?
I wasn't even aware of such a place.
I wasn't even aware of such a place.
Olark
We've lived there for ages, our folk did.
Olark
But we'd never guess there was a country
this big nearby either.
this big nearby either.
Finn
So neither side knew about the other?
Rizette
The distance between you is less than a
day. Is that even possible...?
day. Is that even possible...?
Gilgamesh
Isis, what about you?
Isis
I was aware of a settlement...though I
didn't know it was named Araka.
didn't know it was named Araka.
Gilgamesh
You knew...?
Isis
I was informed of its existence, yes.
Isis
However, the reliability of the source was
suspect. I also thought it could be a mirage.
suspect. I also thought it could be a mirage.
Isis
That's why I ordered the soldiers to
investigate.
investigate.
Gilgamesh
You moved the troops without my
permission?
permission?
Isis
Considering the urgency, I made a prompt
decision.
decision.
Isis
Had they turned out to be an enemy force,
we'd have needed to prepare defense.
we'd have needed to prepare defense.
Gilgamesh
All for the sake of the country, correct?
Isis
Of course. I understand I overstepped.
Punish me as you see fit, my queen.
Punish me as you see fit, my queen.
Gilgamesh
We'll discuss that later. For now...
Gilgamesh
Captain, was "attacking" included in
that "investigation" order?
that "investigation" order?
Orugeian Captain
N-No, the secretary definitely only
ordered an investigation...
ordered an investigation...
Gilgamesh
So you unilaterally decided to wage war.
Why did you use force?
Why did you use force?
Orugeian Captain
For the sake of Orugeia! To rebuild our
declining country, we needed to seize the
declining country, we needed to seize the
Orugeian Captain
resources they monopolize!
Orugeian Captain
I'll take the blame for the failed attack.
But our actions were not wrong!
But our actions were not wrong!
Orugeian Captain
Orugeia is a supreme nation! We
shouldn't fear a puny village like theirs...
shouldn't fear a puny village like theirs...
Orugeian Captain
Now, my queen! Crush them and order
another expedition!
another expedition!
Gilgamesh
...
Gilgamesh
It's unfortunate, Captain, that you think
that way.
that way.
Orugeian Captain
What do you mean, ma'am...?
Orugeian Captain
We simply lacked numbers this time,
next time we will surely succeed!
next time we will surely succeed!
Gilgamesh
As I am sure you know, I despise the slums.
Gilgamesh
Specifically because they are built on the
principle of taking advantage of the weak—
principle of taking advantage of the weak—
Orugeian Captain
I am aware of that... But it's for Orugeia!
Gilgamesh
Since I became the queen, all I've wanted
to do is improve this country.
to do is improve this country.
Gilgamesh
But it seems my intentions are lost on you
all...
all...
Orugeian Captain
What we did was for the improvement of
this country!
this country!
Gilgamesh
On the contrary, you fool! Your rash actions
have tarnished our nation's name!
have tarnished our nation's name!
Orugeian Captain
We... We only did it for the country...
Gilgamesh
I decree that all soldiers involved in the
Araka attack be dismissed and
Araka attack be dismissed and
Gilgamesh
imprisoned for 10 years!
Orugeian Captain
No...!
We did it for the country!
We did it for the country!
Orugeian Minister A
Your Majesty, isn't that too harsh? They
undoubtedly acted out of love for this nation!
undoubtedly acted out of love for this nation!
Orugeia's Minister B
I object! Saying their contributions are a
crime is ridiculous!
crime is ridiculous!
Gilgamesh
You dare challenge my decision?
Orugeian Minister A
Ugh...
Orugeia's Minister C
Once a slum rat, always a slum rat...
Gilgamesh
You...
Gilgamesh
Do you have any idea why slums even
exist? Can you even comprehend that?
exist? Can you even comprehend that?
Gilgamesh
You fools, concerned only with lining
your own pockets!
your own pockets!
Gilgamesh
You just keep adding to the number of the
poor! When will you realize that!?
poor! When will you realize that!?
Gilgamesh
Do you know how many children died
a horrible death because of you...!?
a horrible death because of you...!?
Gilgamesh
Cough, cough...
Gilgamesh
Cough, cough!!!
Finn
Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
I'm fine, it's nothing...
Don't worry about me!
Don't worry about me!
Finn
It can't be nothing. Why are you being
so stubborn...
so stubborn...
Gilgamesh
Isis, I leave the rest to you!
Isis
Yes, ma'am.
Isis
The royal decree is final. I will carry out
the punishment accordingly.
the punishment accordingly.
Knock, knock.
Rizette
Umm, is the Queen in there?
Gilgamesh
I know that voice... Is that you, Rizette?
Come in.
Come in.
Rizette
Sorry to bother you. Are you all right?
You were coughing so severely.
You were coughing so severely.
Gilgamesh
I'm quite all right, as you can see. I am the
Almighty Queen, after all.
Almighty Queen, after all.
Gilgamesh
Look around, I don't even need guards.
Rizette
So the rumor is true...
You're the strongest person in the country.
You're the strongest person in the country.
Rizette
I wanted to express my gratitude.
Thank you for what you did for Araka.
Thank you for what you did for Araka.
Gilgamesh
You don't need to thank me. It was
entirely our fault. I apologize.
entirely our fault. I apologize.
Gilgamesh
The people of Araka are good folks.
I'd like us to be good neighbors.
I'd like us to be good neighbors.
Rizette
They are very kind people, yes.
Gilgamesh
Now, let's get to the point, shall we? You
didn't just come to say thank you, did you?
didn't just come to say thank you, did you?
Rizette
Well, Finn asked me to give you this
medicine.
medicine.
Gilgamesh
Finn gave you this...
Gilgamesh
So he asked you instead of bringing it to me
himself... He'll regret this someday.
himself... He'll regret this someday.
Rizette
I don't think he meant any harm.
He's probably just awkward.
He's probably just awkward.
Gilgamesh
I wonder how many women he'll make cry
in the future. It'll be interesting to watch.
in the future. It'll be interesting to watch.
Gilgamesh
I gratefully accept the medicine.
Please tell Finn I said thank you.
Please tell Finn I said thank you.
Rizette
Umm... Gilgamesh, do you really plan
to marry Finn?
to marry Finn?
Gilgamesh
Would that bother you?
Rizette
No, I mean... Uh...
Gilgamesh
What is he to you?
Rizette
Um, we're just normal friends!
Gilgamesh
Yeah? Just normal, huh?
Rizette
Well, maybe not "normal..." What's
different about him is...
different about him is...
Rizette
I admire him. Ever since the day
he saved me.
he saved me.
Gilgamesh
Admire him, huh...
Rizette
It's just that, nothing more.
Rizette
I have a power called the Cerulean Crest.
Its purpose is to support the
Its purpose is to support the
Rizette
Crimson Crestbearer...yet I'm the one
who keeps getting supported...
who keeps getting supported...
Rizette
So, I've been wondering lately...
Rizette
Maybe someone strong like you should
have this power instead.
have this power instead.
Gilgamesh
It's troubling you, isn't it?
Rizette
...Yes.
Gilgamesh
Well, I can't ignore the plight of someone
who admires a hero, can I?
who admires a hero, can I?
Gilgamesh
All right! Follow me, Rizette!
Rizette
Huh? Oh... Okay?
Shrouded in Steam
Rizette
Uh, umm... Gilgamesh!?
Gilgamesh
Aaah~ What a nice bath! Come on, Rizette!
Rizette
Isn't it insolence to bathe with a queen?
Gilgamesh
You're a queen too, aren't you?
Rizette
That's just what they insist on calling me...!
Gilgamesh
Well, don't worry about it. You've been
acknowledged by the great Gilgamesh.
acknowledged by the great Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
What's the problem?
Rizette
Well, if you put it that way...
Gilgamesh
How's the bath? Isis insisted, so I had it
made on short notice.
made on short notice.
Rizette
It's wonderful!
I feel warm right down to my core.
I feel warm right down to my core.
Gilgamesh
Thought so! I'm from the lionfolk tribe, so
I didn't have much experience with baths.
I didn't have much experience with baths.
Gilgamesh
I disliked them quite a bit, actually.
Gilgamesh
But once I tried these, they weren't so
bad. In fact, I really like them now.
bad. In fact, I really like them now.
Rizette
The water has a nice scent, doesn't it?
Gilgamesh
Yes, it's a top-grade medicinal bath.
Gilgamesh
It's good for cuts and back pain.
Gilgamesh
I had a similar bathhouse built for the
townspeople, and it's been a hit!
townspeople, and it's been a hit!
Rizette
I can see why it's popular! Was it Isis's
idea to choose this medicinal bath?
idea to choose this medicinal bath?
Gilgamesh
Yes, she thought it might slow down
the progression of my illness.
the progression of my illness.
Gilgamesh
She's overly concerned.
Rizette
Progression of your illness?
Is your illness...
Is your illness...
Gilgamesh
This bath is too good to talk about
such depressing things!
such depressing things!
Gilgamesh
Let's go back to what we were talking
about earlier.
about earlier.
Rizette
Earlier? What were we talking about
again?
again?
Gilgamesh
About the "Cerulean Crest."
If you're offering it, I'll take it. How's that?
If you're offering it, I'll take it. How's that?
Rizette
Oh, um...
Gilgamesh
Heh, you knights are so straightforward.
Teasing you is so much fun.
Teasing you is so much fun.
Rizette
You're joking again...?
Gilgamesh
Half joking.
Gilgamesh
In my case... Becoming a queen was
sudden for me.
sudden for me.
Gilgamesh
And, of course, many hardships followed.
Gilgamesh
But I remained a queen. Because I believed
I could change this country.
I could change this country.
Gilgamesh
Do you want to support Finn with that
crest?
crest?
Gilgamesh
If I ordered you to hand it over, would you
obey?
obey?
Rizette
...No.
Gilgamesh
Then just keep moving forward.
Gilgamesh
Not following the path of a ruler or the path
of duty, but the one you believe in.
of duty, but the one you believe in.
Rizette
I will!
Rizette
Finn said you were a kind queen.
Clearly, he was right.
Clearly, he was right.
Gilgamesh
I can't afford to be kind... A queen must
be heartless sometimes.
be heartless sometimes.
Gilgamesh
Tell Finn not to go around saying things
he thinks he knows.
he thinks he knows.
Isis
Oh my, a bath at this time?
Gilgamesh
What about your duties, Isis?
Isis
Just taking a little break.
Hmm, it seems I should come back later.
Hmm, it seems I should come back later.
Gilgamesh
Nonsense. Join us.
Isis
All right. I'll take you up on your offer.
Let me just quickly wash up.
Let me just quickly wash up.
Gilgamesh
Why are you so tense, Rizette?
Rizette
Oh, um, it's just... Isis is so beautiful...
I can't believe I haven't noticed before.
I can't believe I haven't noticed before.
Rizette
I know we're all girls here, but still...
I'm feeling nervous.
I'm feeling nervous.
Isis
Please don't. Right now, I'm just a secretary.
Gilgamesh
Well, that being said... When you're in
the bath, you do seem different.
the bath, you do seem different.
Gilgamesh
Honestly, it's quite captivating even for
me.
me.
Isis
Ah, what an honor. Perhaps this water
also makes women more beautiful.
also makes women more beautiful.
Isis
Now, what were you two discussing earlier?
I sensed a hint of romance...?
I sensed a hint of romance...?
Gilgamesh
I was asking Rizette about her feelings
for Finn.
for Finn.
Rizette
Please don't phrase it that way!
Isis
I see, about Sir Finn. It's my first time
seeing someone so beautiful as well.
seeing someone so beautiful as well.
Rizette
Even Isis is fond of him...
Gilgamesh
It seems he's in for some trouble.
Isis
Trouble, you say... Hehe, maybe you're
right.♪
right.♪
Finn
Wow, so this is the royal bath!
Quite...impressive...?
Quite...impressive...?
Gilgamesh
Eeeek!
Finn
G-Gilgamesh...!?
Why are you all here!?
Why are you all here!?
Isis
My, oh my.
Finn
Whoa, why is my Crest activating!?
Rizette
F-Fiiiiiiiiiinn!!!
Gilgamesh
You're the only one who needs to explain
why you're here!!!
why you're here!!!
Finn
S-Sorry! The sign said it was the men's bath...
Was it wrong!?
Was it wrong!?
Gilgamesh
Is that your excuse!?
Finn
Sorry! I'm going, I'm going!
Isis
Please wait, Sir Finn.
Finn
B-But...!
Isis
Your Majesty, if you chase him off just for
seeing you naked, won't it tarnish
seeing you naked, won't it tarnish
Isis
the queen's dignity?
Gilgamesh
Ah... Well...
Isis
You are almighty, no matter the situation,
right?
right?
Gilgamesh
Uh, yes... Exactly!
Gilgamesh
Finn, stay!
Finn
Gilgamesh!?
Gilgamesh
If rumors spread that I kicked someone
out of the bath over something like this,
out of the bath over something like this,
Gilgamesh
it'll damage my reputation! So, this is a
royal command!
royal command!
Rizette
Gilgamesh!
Isis
How about we make a compromise and
have Sir Finn wear a blindfold?
have Sir Finn wear a blindfold?
Rizette
Oh, but... Uh...
Gilgamesh
I like that solution. Isis, do it!
Isis
Well then, please close your eyes, Sir Finn.
Finn
Huh? Are you... Are you serious!?
Isis
Your eyes are still open. How can I get
close to you without you seeing me exposed?
close to you without you seeing me exposed?
Finn
Oh, okay!
Tie it tight!
Tie it tight!
Finn
(What have I gotten myself into...!?)
Isis
Are you both okay with this?
Gilgamesh
Y-Yes...
Rizette
B-Bathing with Finn... Uhhhh...
Bathing with Finn...
Bathing with Finn...
Isis
Then, Sir Finn. Let me rinse you over
here.
here.
Finn
If you show me the washing area,
I can do it myself...
I can do it myself...
Isis
Oh, don't be shy. Or is there a certain part
of you that you don't want seen right now?
of you that you don't want seen right now?
Finn
N-No, it's not like that!
Isis
Besides, I may have been the one who mixed
up the men's and women's bath signs.
up the men's and women's bath signs.
Finn
Uh... You mean...
Isis
Just sit here. I'll start by rinsing your
back.
back.
Finn
Wait, I can't ignore what you just said!
Isis
Oh my... My brave hero, you're more...
robust than you look while dressed.
robust than you look while dressed.
Isis
Your lean but strapping body is most
exquisite...
exquisite...
Finn
Eh!? Isis, where are you trying to wash!?
Isis
Oh, everywhere. Every...single...part...
And very thoroughly...
And very thoroughly...
Finn
I said it's fine! I can wash myself from
here on!
here on!
Isis
If you struggle too much—
Isis
The blindfold might come off, you know?
Finn
Oh!
Isis
Well, now you've seen me. All of me...
Finn
Aaaaaaaaa...ah...
Rizette
F-Finn!?
Gilgamesh
He got a nosebleed and fainted...!?
Isis
My, oh my... Hehe...♪
The Adventure Ends
Finn
Ugh...
Finn
What happened yesterday...?
Finn
Ngh...I can't remember...
Finn
I feel like I saw something incredible...
Rizette
Maybe it's better not to remember.
Finn
Hey, Rizette? You've been kind of cold to me
today...
today...
Rizette
Not at all. I'm being normal.
Finn
No, clearly something's off...
Rizette
...
Finn
(Maybe I...did something wrong...)
Isis
Good morning, Sir Finn.
Finn
Isis, do you know what I did yesterday?
Isis
What a peculiar question.
Rizette
It seems he doesn't remember what
happened.
happened.
Finn
Well, I remember going to the
royal bath...
royal bath...
Finn
But after that, it's all a blur...
Isis
Oh dear, that's a pity. Well, I look forward
to going all the way with you next time...
to going all the way with you next time...
Finn
A-All the way...? What do you mean!?
Rizette
Pull yourself together!
A knight must keep his composure!
A knight must keep his composure!
Finn
(Wow, Rizette sounds like Captain
Ludmilla in her extreme training mode...)
Ludmilla in her extreme training mode...)
Isis
Oh, but forgetting our queen's cute scream...
might be considered disrespectful, no?
might be considered disrespectful, no?
Gilgamesh
Hey, Isis! Don't you think you've said
enough?
enough?
Finn
Gilgamesh's...cute scream...
Wait, I think I remember something...
Wait, I think I remember something...
Gilgamesh
By royal command! I forbid you from
trying to remember anything further!
trying to remember anything further!
Gilgamesh
Are we understood, Finn!?
Finn
Y-Yes, ma'am...!
Gilgamesh
So, you all are leaving Orugeia today,
right?
right?
Finn
Yeah, that's the plan. Thanks for
everything.
everything.
Gilgamesh
You're welcome. We're also in your debt.
Rizette, take care.
Rizette, take care.
Rizette
You too, Gilgamesh!
Finn
So, about that barrier...
Gilgamesh
Right... There haven't been any reports of a
large-scale barrier around Orugeia.
large-scale barrier around Orugeia.
Gilgamesh
Isis, you know a lot about magic, right?
Isis
I haven't heard about anything like that
either.
either.
Gilgamesh
Do the Araka residents know anything?
It would be near your settlement.
It would be near your settlement.
Olark
We only learned about it from
Queen Rizette.
Queen Rizette.
Rizette
How many times do I have to tell you I'm
not a queen?
not a queen?
Olark
Say it as many times as you please, ma'am!
Gilgamesh
Haha, such loyalty. You have a good
subject there, Your Majesty.
subject there, Your Majesty.
Rizette
Not you too, Gilgamesh...
Gilgamesh
I've issued a decree that no one is to
harm the people of Araka from now on.
harm the people of Araka from now on.
Gilgamesh
I'm truly sorry for what happened.
Araka Resident A
No need for one with such beautiful
golden hair to say sorry!
golden hair to say sorry!
Araka Resident B
Besides, only buildings and fields got
damaged. No one was hurt.
damaged. No one was hurt.
Araka Resident B
So, let's all get along from now on, aye?
Gilgamesh
If that's how you feel... Why not form an
alliance with Orugeia? As equals.
alliance with Orugeia? As equals.
Olark
An alliance, ya say?
Gilgamesh
Yes, let's build a relationship that'll benefit
both sides. Orugeia needs such flexibility.
both sides. Orugeia needs such flexibility.
Olark
Whaddya say, Majesty?
Rizette
My work is done. What happens next should
be decided by those who will live in Araka.
be decided by those who will live in Araka.
Olark
Aye... Now that I've been to another land,
I reckon forming relations
I reckon forming relations
Olark
might be a good idea.
Olark
Besides, ain't no way a person with such
lovely golden hair can be bad!
lovely golden hair can be bad!
Olark
We're happy to accept yer offer!
Gilgamesh
In that case, I should pay a visit to your
settlement!
settlement!
Gilgamesh
I'm also curious about this barrier Finn
mentioned.
mentioned.
Isis
Excuse me―
Gilgamesh
Wha—!
Gilgamesh
Wh-What are you doing, Isis! Touching a
queen's neck like that is disrespectful!
queen's neck like that is disrespectful!
Isis
I apologize. But I cannot let you walk across
the desert with such a fever.
the desert with such a fever.
Finn
A fever?
Gilgamesh
You noticed...
Isis
My eyes cannot be deceived. I'll take care
of the inspection.
of the inspection.
Isis
Of course, I'll also see to the duty of
escorting your two favorites.
escorting your two favorites.
Finn
Gilgamesh, please don't push yourself too
hard.
hard.
Gilgamesh
All right... So, this is where we part.
Finn
Yeah, I'll come to see you again.
After I'm done with the Pandemonium.
After I'm done with the Pandemonium.
Gilgamesh
I won't hold my breath, but I'll be there if
you do.
you do.
Gilgamesh
Rizette, support Finn well.
Rizette
I will! And I'll visit again too! Together with
Finn.
Finn.
Gilgamesh
Yes, let's take a bath together again.
Gilgamesh
See you both soon!
Olark
This right here is our Araka!
Isis
I didn't realize how close your settlement
was...
was...
Araka Resident A
Majesty! Ya have our thanks for protecting
Araka!
Araka!
Rizette
No more calling me majesty...
Rizette
Live well and get along with the people of
Orugeia, everyone.
Orugeia, everyone.
Araka Residents
Queen Rizette! Our queen with hair of gold!
Finn
At this rate, they'll probably still think of
you as their queen long after we've left.
you as their queen long after we've left.
Rizette
Yes, I'm sure they'll still call me that when
we come back to visit.
we come back to visit.
Rizette
But they're so kind that I can't be angry at
them...
them...
Isis
Now, let's go see the barrier.
You'll guide us, right?
You'll guide us, right?
Rizette
It should be around here, I think...
Finn
I was thrown quite far, so I'm not really
sure...
sure...
Finn
But this road... It leads to Urg Roa,
right? I remember those rock formations.
right? I remember those rock formations.
Finn
If that's the case, doesn't that mean we've
already passed through the barrier?
already passed through the barrier?
Rizette
Oh... So it disappeared?
Finn
(Did the Aeon Lord retreat...?)
Finn
(The voice I heard asking for help back
then... I still haven't discovered who it was.)
then... I still haven't discovered who it was.)
Finn
(We're definitely missing something...)
Isis
It might have been a mirage.
Isis
It wouldn't be surprising, this desert
is a cauldron of illusions...
is a cauldron of illusions...
Finn
That barrier might've been an illusion...?
Isis
Not everything we see is necessarily real.
Isis
In fact, "reality" as we know it might
not even exist...
not even exist...
Isis
In any case, isn't it good? You can return
to your comrades now.
to your comrades now.
Rizette
Yes, I guess you're right...
Finn
Standing here thinking won't get us
anywhere.
anywhere.
Finn
Let's go back to Urg Roa and discuss with
everyone!
everyone!
Isis
Well then, this is where I leave you.
Let's meet again someday.
Let's meet again someday.
Finn
Thank you, Isis!
Isis
Farewell.
Rizette
...Was that barrier really just a mirage?
Finn
I don't think so. Our crests reacted to it.
It definitely existed!
It definitely existed!
Rizette
But if that's the case, then why—
Ludmilla
Finn, Rizette!!! I'm so glad you're safe!!!
Finn
Captain, I'm sorry! I entered the barrier
without thinking—
without thinking—
Rizette
So did I. I'm sorry!
Ludmilla
As long as you're safe, that's what
matters. Everyone else is waiting inside.
matters. Everyone else is waiting inside.
Finn
Have Nagi and the others recovered!?
Ludmilla
They're well enough to sit up in bed.
We can't leave yet, but at this rate,
We can't leave yet, but at this rate,
Ludmilla
we should be able to return to the royal
capital in a few days.
capital in a few days.
Ludmilla
We have to discuss what comes next.
Let's go to the inn for now.
Let's go to the inn for now.
Rizette
Finn, doesn't it feel strange?
Finn
Now that you mention it... It kind of feels
like my Crest is reacting...
like my Crest is reacting...
Rizette
Yes, I feel it too. Do you think the Aeon
Lord might've crossed the barrier and
Lord might've crossed the barrier and
Rizette
entered Urg Roa?
Finn
It's possible, I think.
Finn
(In the end, I couldn't find the
Aeon Lord...)
Aeon Lord...)
Finn
(Or the reason the barrier disappeared...)
Finn
(Or the owner of the voice that asked for
my help...)
my help...)
Finn
(And this lingering sense of unease...)
Finn
Let's search the area again tomorrow.
All of us together—
All of us together—
Finn
For today...I'm...tired...
Somebody heeeeeeeeeeelp!!!
Finn
!?
Finn
Wha... Where am I!? I should be asleep in
bed...
bed...
Finn
(...I'm chained!?)
Isis
Are you awake, Sir Finn?
Finn
Isis? Where are you?
Isis
I'm in a cell right across from you.
Finn
What's going on!?
Isis
It seems a coup is underway in the
Kingdom of Orugeia.
Kingdom of Orugeia.
Finn
A coup!?
Isis
It happened about an hour ago...
OrgeianSoldierC(Orugeian Captain
Charge!
Gilgamesh
!
Gilgamesh
By whose authority are you—?
Orugeian Captain
We don't need your permission!
You're no longer a queen, Gilgamesh!
You're no longer a queen, Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
Do you understand what it means to go
against the queen's command?
against the queen's command?
Orugeian Captain
We don't need you anymore. Your mere
presence weakens this country.
presence weakens this country.
Orugeian Captain
Raise your swords against the traitor!
Protect Orugeia!
Protect Orugeia!
Orugeian Soldiers
Whoooooooooooooooooo!!!
Gilgamesh
You dare challenge the Almighty Queen
of Orugeia—
of Orugeia—
Orugeian Captain
No, you're no longer almighty.
The source of your power is broken!
The source of your power is broken!
Orugeian Soldier
Traitooooorrr!!!
Gilgamesh
Ngh... What the...!?
Gilgamesh
(I can't use the power of my Royal Might...!?)
Orugeian Captain
Your time is over!
Surrender peacefully!
Surrender peacefully!
Screams from Orugeian Citizens
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhh!!!
Screams from Orugeian Citizens
Help! Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeelp!!!
Gilgamesh
You bastards, what have you done to
my people!?
my people!?
Orugeian Captain
We did nothing. Sadly, the citizens of
Orugeia are killing each other!
Orugeia are killing each other!
Gilgamesh
Absurd! What are you doing then!?
Isn't it your duty to maintain order!?
Isn't it your duty to maintain order!?
Orugeian Captain
We don't take orders from you anymore!
Gilgamesh
Ngh...!
Orugeian Captain
Hahaha, "almighty," you say?
Don't make me laugh!
Don't make me laugh!
Gilgamesh
I won't be mocked—!
Orugeian Captain
Argh, she still has this much power...
Gilgamesh
(Now's the time!)
Orugeian Captain
Damn it!
Orugeian Captain
Pursue the Queen at once! She's wounded
and can't get far!
and can't get far!
Orugeian Captain
Let the unrest continue.
It'll weaken her even more—
It'll weaken her even more—
Coup d'État
Isis
In my estimation, there are two
simultaneous disturbances taking place.
simultaneous disturbances taking place.
Isis
The first is a mutiny against the Queen,
led by the captain of the royal army.
led by the captain of the royal army.
Isis
The second is a conflict amongst the
citizens, due to the disparity between the
citizens, due to the disparity between the
Isis
rich and the poor.
Finn
But... During the festival everyone seemed
so happy...
so happy...
Isis
Orugeia has been on the path of decline
for a long time now...
for a long time now...
Isis
That festival was probably the nation's last
gasp. Some things are just meant to be.
gasp. Some things are just meant to be.
Finn
But Gilgamesh should be able to deal with
this situation.
this situation.
Finn
She's the Almighty Queen, right?
Isis
That "almighty" title has a catch.
It's the power of "Royal Might," flowing
It's the power of "Royal Might," flowing
Isis
in the blood of the of the Orugeian
royal family—
royal family—
Isis
The more the people believe in the ruler,
the more power the ruler has to draw on.
the more power the ruler has to draw on.
Isis
But if the people lose faith in them...
Finn
Their power weakens...
Isis
Yes, someone who wanted her to fall
probably orchestrated this whole situation.
probably orchestrated this whole situation.
Finn
Gilgamesh...
Isis
One more thing. I believe that her illness
was also suppressed by the Royal Might.
was also suppressed by the Royal Might.
Finn
!
Isis
What are you doing, Sir Finn?
Finn
I'm going to stop the fighting!
Isis
It's futile... Besides, it's a regular battlefield
out there. Stay here where it's safe.
out there. Stay here where it's safe.
Finn
I became a knight and a Crestbearer to
save people!
save people!
Finn
If I don't do something, I won't be able to
live with myself!
live with myself!
Finn
I'll save them all, no matter what!
Finn
Haaaaaaaaaaaaargh!!!
Finn
Huff, huff...
Finn
(The chains turned to sand...?)
Finn
Now, the prison door!
Finn
(Crimson Crest! Lend me your power!)
Finn
Haaaaaaaah!!!
Finn
(The bars also turned to sand!
Now I'm free!)
Now I'm free!)
Olark
Ah, there ya are! Queen Rizette's special
lad!
lad!
Finn
You guys are in prison too?
Olark
Aye, strangely! But we can break these
chains and bars, that's for sure and certain.
chains and bars, that's for sure and certain.
Rizette
Finn, Olark! Are you there!?
Olark
Oooh, Majesty! Ya in here too!?
Finn
I'm coming to save you now!
Rizette
Finally...!
Rizette
Finn, why are we here? We were just in
in Urg Roa, weren't we?
in Urg Roa, weren't we?
Finn
First, we need to find Gilgamesh and
stop this coup!
stop this coup!
Rizette
Wh-What!? A coup?
Finn
I'll explain as we walk! Isis, we need your
help too—
help too—
Finn
Huh, she's gone... She was definitely in
this prison too...
this prison too...
Finn
(What's happening...? Was she an illusion?)
Finn
...Never mind, we have a coup to stop!
Citizen of Orugeia
Slum rats!
Orugeia is collapsing because of you!
Orugeia is collapsing because of you!
Citizen of Orugeia
Now we'll end up poor too! How are you
going to make it up to us, huh!?
going to make it up to us, huh!?
Citizen of Orugeia
Give back what you stole, now!
Vagrant
Ouch...! What are you all doing!?
Citizen of Orugeia
Don't talk back!
Orphanage Child
I-I'm scared!
Waaaaaaaaaah!
Waaaaaaaaaah!
Orphanage Teacher
Please stop hitting the children!
What did they ever do to you?
What did they ever do to you?
Citizen of Orugeia
Shut up! The weak shouldn't resist!
Vagrant
You say we stole from you...? Then how
come we're still poor!?
come we're still poor!?
Vagrant
You're all just ganging up on us!
Citizen of Orugeia
I said shut up!
Vagrant
L-Let go...! What are doing!?
Citizen of Orugeia
Killing you, that's what...
Citizen of Orugeia
That's right, let's thin the herd!
We'll finally make this nation better!
We'll finally make this nation better!
Vagrant
No, stop... Please stop!!!
Gilgamesh
What in the world are you doing!?
All of you...!
All of you...!
Citizen of Orugeia
Your Majesty! Look, one root of evil less!
Citizen of Orugeia
Wake up, my queen! Even if the conditions
here improve, these people are just rotten!
here improve, these people are just rotten!
Citizen of Orugeia
To make this country better, we must
eradicate evil from the root!
eradicate evil from the root!
Gilgamesh
Taking another human's life...
Gilgamesh
...won't benefit Orugeia at all!!!
Citizen of Orugeia
How so!? We're doing it for Orugeia!
Volunteering to help the country!
Volunteering to help the country!
Citizen of Orugeia
Are you going to abandon us?
Gilgamesh
No! I'm saying, stop fighting!
Citizen of Orugeia
It's just as the soldiers and ministers said...
This woman is unfit to be queen!
This woman is unfit to be queen!
Citizen of Orugeia
We must rebuild this nation with our own
hands! Get rid of all these slum dwellers!
hands! Get rid of all these slum dwellers!
Gilgamesh
Damn you all! Didn't I tell you to stop!?
Citizen of Orugeia
N-No... The Queen attacked us...!
Citizen of Orugeia
Traitor!!!
Orugeian Soldier
There she is! Gilgamesh the traitor!
She's attacking Orugeian citizens!
She's attacking Orugeian citizens!
Gilgamesh
No, I—
I'm just trying to help my people!
I'm just trying to help my people!
Orugeian Captain
Now that you've lost all support, your
Royal Might is useless...
Royal Might is useless...
Orugeian Captain
The sacred battle for our country has begun!
Eliminate the traitors!
Eliminate the traitors!
Orugeian Captain
Reclaim our Orugeia!
Citizen of Orugeia
Death to the traitors!
Orphanage Girl
H-Help... Queen Gilgamesh...!!!
Orphanage Teacher
Aaaaaaaaaah!!!
Gilgamesh
Damn you! I can still deal with you...
even without Royal Might!
even without Royal Might!
Gilgamesh
HAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!
Orugeian Soldier
Ngh!
Orugeian Soldier
How...!?
Gilgamesh
Retreat if you want to live!
You'll be spared!
You'll be spared!
Orugeian Captain
She's lost all her strength! Don't be afraid!
Gilgamesh
Nghh...
Isis
Oh my... Hehehe...
Looks like you're cornered.
Looks like you're cornered.
Gilgamesh
Isis... Why are you here...?
Isis?
"Isis?" Hmm, who might that be?
I don't know that name.
I don't know that name.
Gilgamesh
What are you talking about?
OrgeianSoldierC(Isis?
Now, soldiers, shall we go for the checkmate?
OrgeianSoldierC(Orugeian Soldiers
As you command!
OrgeianSoldierC(Orugeian Soldiers
In the name of Queen Cleopatra—!
A Scheming Advisor
Isis
Near Orugeia, there is a rogue settlement
called "Araka." They monopolize the oasis.
called "Araka." They monopolize the oasis.
Isis
The cause of this country's decline is
the lack of resources.
the lack of resources.
Isis
You know what to do, don't you?
Orugeian Captain
What do you mean, "we know what to do?"
Isis
Well, how about investigating the place?
Isis
And from what you see there, you could
derive a way to halt Orugeia's decline.
derive a way to halt Orugeia's decline.
Orugeian Soldier A
Can we really stop it...?
Isis
Certainly. I believe in you.
Let's all protect our beautiful country.
Let's all protect our beautiful country.
Orugeian Soldier B
Lady Isis—I mean, Lady Cleopatra is right!
Orugeian Captain
Yes, let's stop Orugeia's decline!
Orugeian Minister A
The Queen is getting engaged...
Orugeia's Minister B
And to a delusional fool who fancies himself
a hero at that!
a hero at that!
Isis
The Queen plans to join forces with this
man and make Orugeia their plaything.
man and make Orugeia their plaything.
Orugeia's Minister C
Are you serious...?
Isis
Yes. The country has already begun to tilt.
If they marry, they'll seize even more power
If they marry, they'll seize even more power
Isis
and soon the entire kingdom will be in the
palm of their hand.
palm of their hand.
Isis
And then, the first to be banished will
probably be the ministers who have
probably be the ministers who have
Isis
served Orugeia so far.
Orugeian Minister A
That's outrageous! Outrageous!
Orugeia's Minister B
That lecherous sham of a queen!
We have preparations to make!
We have preparations to make!
Isis
Yes, that's the spirit.
Citizen of Orugeia
You're joking! This much money for some
beans!?
beans!?
Citizen of Orugeia
It's not just the beans!
Everything costs fortune, everything!
Everything costs fortune, everything!
Citizen of Orugeia
How are we supposed to live?
Citizen of Orugeia
Sell it cheaper, you hear me!?
Street Vendor
The nerve!
I'm already barely making any profits!
I'm already barely making any profits!
Street Vendor
Any cheaper and my whole family will
starve!
starve!
Isis
Now, who could be to blame for this
situation...
situation...
Citizen of Orugeia
Someone's responsible for this?
Isis
Of course. You all are good citizens,
so someone else must be at fault.
so someone else must be at fault.
Citizen of Orugeia
That's right... We did nothing wrong...
Citizen of Orugeia
Who is it? Who put good citizens like us
into this situation?
into this situation?
Isis
Didn't prices rise like this after the slum
dwellers obtained citizenship?
dwellers obtained citizenship?
Citizen of Orugeia
That's right! So it's them!
Citizen of Orugeia
It's absurd that hardworking people like us
suffer! I won't let them get away with this!
suffer! I won't let them get away with this!
Isis
Well then, getting rid of them seems to be
the only reasonable option, no?
the only reasonable option, no?
Gilgamesh
Cleopatra...
Gilgamesh
You're behind all of this?
Cleopatra
Indeed I am.
Gilgamesh
And I was thinking of entrusting everything
to you after I was gone...!
to you after I was gone...!
Cleopatra
I appreciate the recognition.
Cleopatra
In the nation I'm from, my competence
was frowned upon.
was frowned upon.
Gilgamesh
If you're so grateful, why did you betray me!?
Cleopatra
To punish a queen who betrayed her
nation.
nation.
Gilgamesh
When did I ever betray this country!?
Cleopatra
Enough of this back and forth.
This is where you die.
This is where you die.
Cleopatra
Now, for the finishing blow—
Gilgamesh
!
Gilgamesh
(Soldiers...appearing out of nowhere!?)
Gilgamesh
Is this your power...?
Cleopatra
Yes, you could say it's a fraction of my
abilities.
abilities.
Cleopatra
Now, finish her off.
Thoroughly...
Thoroughly...
Gilgamesh
Damn it... I won't die here!
Gilgamesh
Take this!!!
Orugeian Soldier
Haaaaaaa!!!
Gilgamesh
Ngh...!!!
Gilgamesh
(No good... My body...isn't moving like I
want it to!)
want it to!)
Orugeian Captain
It's over, our once beloved queen...
I'll be the one to take your head!
I'll be the one to take your head!
Orugeian Captain
Dieeeee!!!
Finn
—Not so fast!!!
Orugeian Captain
Wh-What the—!?
Finn
What is wrong with all of you!? How could
you harm the queen you swore to protect!?
you harm the queen you swore to protect!?
Orugeian Captain
She's no longer our queen! She's a traitor,
an enemy of the nation!
an enemy of the nation!
Finn
The people of this country have always been
Gilgamesh's priority!
Gilgamesh's priority!
Finn
And this is how you repay her!
Orugeian Captain
What would an outsider know!!!
Cleopatra
You arrive at the the perfect moment. I
expected nothing less from the Crestbearer.
expected nothing less from the Crestbearer.
Finn
Isis!? No way, not you too...?
Cleopatra
"Isis" was just a pseudonym. My real
name is Cleopatra.
name is Cleopatra.
Cleopatra
Pleased to properly meet you.
Finn
A pseudonym...? What do you mean?
Gilgamesh
Step back...Finn...
She...is mine...
She...is mine...
Finn
What are you talking about? You're in no
shape to fight!
shape to fight!
Gilgamesh
Don't...question me...
Orphanage Girl
Queen Gilgamesh...?
Orphanage Teacher
Don't go outside! Come back here!
Orphanage Boy
No! Queen Gilgamesh...!
Orphanage Girl
Stop it, please!
Orphanage Girl
We're okay with being poor...
Even if we can't eat...
Even if we can't eat...
Slum Dwellers
It's all her fault! All of it!
She destroyed our slums!
She destroyed our slums!
Slum Dwellers
We're still poor in the end...
The slums were a better place to live!
The slums were a better place to live!
Gilgamesh
No... You're wrong... All of you...
Citizen of Orugeia
No, they're not! The slums were necessary!
It's all because you destroyed them...
It's all because you destroyed them...
Citizen of Orugeia
Right, we should rebuild the slums!
Citizen of Orugeia
And if you scum promise not to leave them,
we might just let you live!
we might just let you live!
Citizen of Orugeia
That's right, Gilgamesh!
We're not like you!
We're not like you!
Citizen of Orugeia
Traitor!
Citizen of Orugeia
Yeah, you're not our queen!
You're our enemy!
You're our enemy!
Finn
Everyone, stop it! Do you even know what
Gilgamesh was trying to do!?
Gilgamesh was trying to do!?
Gilgamesh
No, it's fine...
Gilgamesh
It's okay...if I'm no longer their queen...
But bringing back the slums...
But bringing back the slums...
Gilgamesh
Absolutely...not!
Gilgamesh
Gh—Cough, cough...!
Huff...huff... Ngh...aaah!
Huff...huff... Ngh...aaah!
Finn
Gilgamesh...!
Cleopatra
What a pathetic end. I expected more
from a monarch...
from a monarch...
Cleopatra
This is what you get for relying on the
masses. Farewell, foolish queen—
masses. Farewell, foolish queen—
Finn
Gilgamesh, we need to go now!
Gilgamesh
What... What are you doing, Finn!?
I have to...defend this place!
I have to...defend this place!
Finn
You're hurt! Don't be reckless!
Just trust us!
Just trust us!
Rizette
Finn, Gilgamesh! Over here!
Olark
Majesty, we've been a-waitin'!
The camels are ready to run!
The camels are ready to run!
Orugeian Captain
After them!
Don't let them escape!
Don't let them escape!
Cleopatra
No, there's no need to chase them.
Cleopatra
They won't get far anyway...
Breakthrough
Gilgamesh
Ngh... Aaah... Huff...huff...!
Finn
Gilgamesh, are you all right!?
Gilgamesh
Ah...ngh...aaah...!
Rizette
She's burning up! We need to let her
rest soon!
rest soon!
Olark
Aye! Let's hurry to the village!
Gilgamesh
Huff...huff... Phew...
Finn
She's calmed down a bit...
Rizette
True, I wonder why?
Finn
At any rate, we need to get her to bed.
And check her injuries—
And check her injuries—
Rizette
Ah, about that, I and other women will
handle it! You guys should stay outside.
handle it! You guys should stay outside.
Finn
Oh, right...! Got it, I'll leave that to you,
Rizette.
Rizette.
Olark
I never wanna see a queen with such
splendid hair suffer like that again, I tell ya.
splendid hair suffer like that again, I tell ya.
Finn
The hair part aside, I don't want to see a
kind queen betrayed like that ever again.
kind queen betrayed like that ever again.
Olark
Ya reckon she'll pull through?
Finn
Rizette is with her. Plus, her breathing
has improved since we arrived here...
has improved since we arrived here...
Olark
Come to think of it, when we were away
from here, we all felt a little funny too.
from here, we all felt a little funny too.
Olark
Like we weren't strong at all.
Finn
You guys are unwell too?
Olark
Well ya see, I've been fit as a fiddle since
arriving back at Araka.
arriving back at Araka.
Olark
It's like I'm gettin' strength from my
comrades here.
comrades here.
Finn
If I remember correctly, Gilgamesh's power
is supposed to grow stronger the more
is supposed to grow stronger the more
Finn
her people support her...
Olark
So if they're disappointed and angry, that'd
make her too weak to fight her illness, aye?
make her too weak to fight her illness, aye?
Finn
And when she left Orugeia, that influence
might have weakened...
might have weakened...
Finn
It's painful to think that leaving her
beloved country lessened her suffering...
beloved country lessened her suffering...
Rizette
Finn, Olark.
Olark
Aye, my queen!
Finn
How is Gilgamesh?
Rizette
She's breathing much more easily now.
She just needs some proper rest.
She just needs some proper rest.
Finn
I see, that's good...
Rizette
That thing you were talking about just now...
You might be correct.
You might be correct.
Finn
Just now? You mean the royal power?
Rizette
Yes, I think her condition stabilized
because she's away from Orugeia.
because she's away from Orugeia.
Rizette
It's strange, though... Why do you, Olark,
and the others have the same kind of power?
and the others have the same kind of power?
Olark
Couldn't tell ya, Majesty...
I have no idea.
I have no idea.
Olark
Well, never mind us!
Anythin' we can do for ya, my queen?
Anythin' we can do for ya, my queen?
Rizette
Hmm...
Rizette
Could you keep watch to make sure no
soldiers were following us?
soldiers were following us?
Olark
Aye, certainly!
Finn
You'd make a good leader, Rizette.
Rizette
Huh!? Where did that come from?
Finn
Your ability to give orders and look out for
everyone reminds me of Captain Ludmilla.
everyone reminds me of Captain Ludmilla.
Rizette
Stop it... Me, a leader...?
Finn
Haha, I guess you're not exactly the
"Captain Ludmilla" type.
"Captain Ludmilla" type.
Finn
But I have a feeling you could really unite
a team.
a team.
Finn
Everyone would do their best for a leader
like you!
like you!
Rizette
No, no! There's no way I could be a leader!
Rizette
Um, I'll go get some water.
Finn
I'll go.
Rizette
No. I want you to stay by Gilgamesh's
side and hold her hand.
side and hold her hand.
Finn
Hold her hand...?
Rizette
Yes. She must be scared...
Please.
Please.
Finn
If it makes her feel better, sure.
Rizette
Great, I'll be back with the water!
Gilgamesh
(Is this...Orugeia...?)
Gilgamesh
(I remember being taken away by Finn,
traveling through the desert...)
traveling through the desert...)
Dying Orugeian Citizen
Give me food...please...
Dying Orugeian Citizen
I haven't eaten for a week...
Dying Orugeian Citizen
Food...water...
Dying Orugeian Citizen
I...can't...
Dying Girl
Queen...Gilga...mesh...
Dying Boy
I'm...hungry...
Gilgamesh
(Is this...a nightmare...?)
Gilgamesh
(When did the food shortage get this bad!?)
Gilgamesh
(Everyone is starving...!)
Gilgamesh
(Is that...me over there?)
Dying Gilgamesh
Cough, cough...gasp...huff...
Dying Gilgamesh
Ah...ngh...
Dying Gilgamesh
In the end, I couldn't save anyone...
Dying Gilgamesh
I couldn't rebuild my country...
Dying Gilgamesh
They're all...dead... Everyone... Everyone...
Dying Gilgamesh
No, Orugeia will not perish... For the sake
of those who died, I... Cough, cough...
of those who died, I... Cough, cough...
Dying Gilgamesh
If only I wasn't...dying too...
Gilgamesh
(The scenery has changed again...)
Dying Gilgamesh
Eternal life...
Dying Gilgamesh
Heh, it's too late now...
Snake
"Nearing death, Your Majesty?"
Dying Gilgamesh
(A snake...? No, it's far more sinister than
a mere snake...)
a mere snake...)
Dying Gilgamesh
Came to devour my fading life, have you?
Snake
"Quite the opposite. I want you to live."
Snake
"Only you remain in Orugeia, with half a
day left to live."
day left to live."
Snake
"If you die, so will Orugeia."
Snake
"I shall grant you eternal life."
Dying Gilgamesh
Eternal life...?
Dying Gilgamesh
I have no need for such a thing...
Snake
"Eternal life is what every mortal
dreams of, is it not?"
dreams of, is it not?"
Dying Gilgamesh
Mortals aren't so simple...
Dying Gilgamesh
You'll learn this...in time...
Dying Gilgamesh
You pitiful god...
Snake
"Then, what did you desire in life?"
Dying Gilgamesh
I...
Dying Gilgamesh
I...wanted...
Dying Gilgamesh
To see everyone smile...
Gilgamesh
...
Ugh... Wha...?
Ugh... Wha...?
Finn
Gilgamesh! You're awake!
Gilgamesh
Is that you, Finn...?
Gilgamesh
Seems I've caused you trouble...
Sorry.
Sorry.
Finn
What's wrong, Gilgamesh?
You seem...different.
You seem...different.
Gilgamesh
I had a nightmare. That may be why.
Gilgamesh
No, I'm quite sure it was real...
Gilgamesh
Have all my efforts been in vain?
Gilgamesh
That's what happens when a girl from the
slums tries to bear the weight of the crown...
slums tries to bear the weight of the crown...
Finn
Gilgamesh...
Gilgamesh
All right, Finn. Got any ideas for something
fun to do?
fun to do?
Gilgamesh
We're finally free. I want to make the most
of it.
of it.
Finn
Gilgamesh...
Are you sure you're okay?
Are you sure you're okay?
Gilgamesh
Don't be so soft, you fool.
Gilgamesh
Or I'll just...fall apart...
Finn
I'm here for you.
Gilgamesh
Idiot...
Gilgamesh
Everything's gone...
How am I supposed to live now...
How am I supposed to live now...
Gilgamesh
Tell me, Finn...
Gilgamesh
Sob...sob...
Rizette
...
Rizette
Maybe I shouldn't intrude.
Gilgamesh
Ugh...
Gilgamesh
I'm sorry for showing you that side of
me.
me.
Finn
I don't mind. Actually, I was glad to hear
you talk about your feelings.
you talk about your feelings.
Finn
It reminded me that you are human too.
Gilgamesh
What's that supposed to mean...?
Are you looking for a fight?
Are you looking for a fight?
Finn
Besides, it's not like everything was lost.
You put in effort, that counts too.
You put in effort, that counts too.
Gilgamesh
I put in effort to remain a queen.
Without my title, I have no value.
Without my title, I have no value.
Gilgamesh
A queen that's no longer needed by her
people... What a joke...
people... What a joke...
Finn
Then, I'll be the one who needs you,
Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh.
Gilgamesh
What do you mean...?
Finn
I will become your knight!
Gilgamesh
My knight?
Rizette
W-Wait a minute, Finn! What about
Rigland? The Pandemonium Task Force!?
Rigland? The Pandemonium Task Force!?
Gilgamesh
Rizette...!? How long have you been
listening?
listening?
Rizette
Um, well...
Rizette
Never mind that, explain yourself, Finn!
What about the Pandemonium?
What about the Pandemonium?
Finn
I'll return to Rigland and give my all to stop
the Pandemonium! Of course I will!
the Pandemonium! Of course I will!
Finn
But just for now, I want to be Gilgamesh's
knight!
knight!
Finn
To prove that she is still a queen!
Gilgamesh
Finn, having one knight doesn't make me
a queen.
a queen.
Gilgamesh
You need two things make a kingdom: citizens
to support you and a land to sustain them.
to support you and a land to sustain them.
Gilgamesh
Without them, you can't call yourself a
monarch.
monarch.
Gilgamesh
And I've lost them both.
Finn
We'll figure it out as we go.
In the meantime, let me be your sword!
In the meantime, let me be your sword!
Gilgamesh
That's easier said than done...
Gilgamesh
I just...
Rizette
Gilgamesh! Is it okay if I take it?
Finn
Rizette, what—?
Rizette
Just be quiet for a moment, Finn.
I'm talking to Gilgamesh.
I'm talking to Gilgamesh.
Finn
(She's so intense all of a sudden... Did
something happen between them?)
something happen between them?)
Rizette
Answer me, Gilgamesh. If I asked for
Orugeia, would you give it to me?
Orugeia, would you give it to me?
Gilgamesh
You...!
Rizette
It's all about moving forward, right?
Following the path you believe in.
Following the path you believe in.
Rizette
You're all Orugeia has, Gilgamesh.
Show us the path of a queen!
Show us the path of a queen!
Gilgamesh
...Heh.
Gilgamesh
Am I really being cheered up by the same
person who was sulking in the bathhouse?
person who was sulking in the bathhouse?
Gilgamesh
Yes, I chose to be a queen myself.
Finn
So...?
Gilgamesh
I will reclaim both my people and
my kingdom!
my kingdom!
Rizette
In that case, I'll entrust you with my sword
too.
too.
Gilgamesh
My knights, huh... I've appointed soldiers
before, but what's the custom in your land?
before, but what's the custom in your land?
Finn
About that... We've never actually been
officially knighted, so...
officially knighted, so...
Gilgamesh
Is that so...
Gilgamesh
Then I'll just do it my way!
Gilgamesh
Finn, Rizette! I, the Almighty Queen
Gilgamesh, hereby dub both of you knights!
Gilgamesh, hereby dub both of you knights!
Gilgamesh
Together, we will save Orugeia! Entrust
your swords and lives to me!
your swords and lives to me!
FinnPIllar(Finn & Rizette
—We swear on our swords!
One Last Speech
Rizette
I heard a rough summary of what had
happened. Was Isis really behind it all?
happened. Was Isis really behind it all?
Gilgamesh
"Isis" was just an alias...
Finn
Her real name is Cleopatra. The soldiers
called her that too.
called her that too.
Rizette
What's her goal? Is she trying to take
over the country or something?
over the country or something?
Gilgamesh
No, it didn't really seem like that...
But I don't know her true intentions.
But I don't know her true intentions.
Gilgamesh
She hid everything so well. Her perception-
altering magic is really good.
altering magic is really good.
Rizette
Now that you mention it, she looked
different in the bath...
different in the bath...
Gilgamesh
She might have deactivated her magic
then. After all, she really loves baths.
then. After all, she really loves baths.
Gilgamesh
Or maybe she wanted to show off her beauty
to provoke us...
to provoke us...
Finn
Wait, was Urg Roa also made with her magic!?
Finn
When I woke up that night, I was in a cell.
She was there too.
She was there too.
Gilgamesh
So you were under her illusion, huh...
Rizette
But it felt so real...
I could touch and smell everything...
I could touch and smell everything...
Gilgamesh
If she can give substance to her illusions,
those soldiers that appeared
those soldiers that appeared
Gilgamesh
around her must've been her creations too...
Finn
I can't tell what's real and what's fake
anymore...
anymore...
Gilgamesh
What's fake, huh...
Gilgamesh
Either way, I'm not going to change my mind
about saving my people.
about saving my people.
Gilgamesh
I don't care if Isis—if Cleopatra is plotting
something!
something!
Gilgamesh
I will return triumphantly and reclaim my
kingdom!!!
kingdom!!!
Gilgamesh
The queen has returned! Why is the
welcome not ready?
welcome not ready?
Cleopatra
You mean the "former queen," don't you?
Cleopatra
Aren't you trying a little too hard, especially
in your state?
in your state?
Gilgamesh
I am the current Queen of Orugeia!
Step aside, Cleopatra—
Step aside, Cleopatra—
Cleopatra
Soldiers, it's time. Put an end to this
half-crushed insect.
half-crushed insect.
Orugeian Soldiers
Haaaaaaaaaa!!!
Gilgamesh
You think I, Gilgamesh, will yield to
puppets made of sand!?
puppets made of sand!?
Orugeian Soldiers
Gah...!
Cleopatra
You've lost your people, power, and
justification—and still you resist? Why?
justification—and still you resist? Why?
Gilgamesh
I haven't lost anything.
Cleopatra
Playing tough, are we? Where are the
people who believe in you, then?
people who believe in you, then?
Finn
Right here!
Rizette
We're on Queen Gilgamesh's side!
Cleopatra
So you insist on getting in my way...
But what can just two people do?
But what can just two people do?
Rizette
It's not just the two of us!
ArakaGirl(Araka Residents
Yaaaaaaaah!!!
Orugeian Soldiers
Wha—!?
Orugeian Soldiers
No way!!!
Cleopatra
The people from Araka...?
Olark
We'll guard the golden-haired monarch,
we will! Our Queen of Queens!
we will! Our Queen of Queens!
Olark
That's our pledge!
Gilgamesh
Queen of Queens...?
Olark
Queen Rizette!
Cleopatra
She is awfully clever for a piece of trash that
entered my barrier without permission...
entered my barrier without permission...
Gilgamesh
All right, time to go ahead with the plan!
Finn
Got it! We'll handle the soldiers!
Rizette
Make your speech, Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
I will!
Orugeian Captain
I don't know what you're trying to do,
but I won't let you have your way—
but I won't let you have your way—
Finn
You'll have to face us then!
Orugeian Captain
Damn it! Retreat!
Gilgamesh
(My Royal Might is not fully back yet...
So I will put all my strength into this
So I will put all my strength into this
Gilgamesh
announcement alone. Let it reach
everyone...)
everyone...)
Gilgamesh
Citizens of Orugeia!!!
I am Gilgamesh!!!
I am Gilgamesh!!!
Gilgamesh
I am going to tell you the truth!!!
Gilgamesh
As some of you may already know, I am
not a proper member of royalty.
not a proper member of royalty.
Gilgamesh
I grew up in the slums!
Gilgamesh
I witnessed hell back there.
Gilgamesh
Adults trading children, hurting them,
abandoning and killing them...
abandoning and killing them...
Gilgamesh
You all must have seen it too.
Gilgamesh
Those bodies swarming with flies—
the very children you've left behind.
the very children you've left behind.
Gilgamesh
But we can put an end to it now! We don't
need such nightmarish things in Orugeia!
need such nightmarish things in Orugeia!
Gilgamesh
Everyone here deserves to be happy!
Gilgamesh
For that to happen, I must appeal to the
goodness within you...
goodness within you...
Gilgamesh
Yes, every single one of you! Look at your
neighbor. They are people just like you!
neighbor. They are people just like you!
Gilgamesh
We are all the same!
Gilgamesh
No slums should ever exist! I beg of you—
No, I implore you.
No, I implore you.
Gilgamesh
People of Orugeia—my people so full of life,
feelings and ideas—please, love each other!
feelings and ideas—please, love each other!
Citizen of Orugeia
What is she doing...?
Citizen of Orugeia
No way... She's bowing her head?
She's begging us?
She's begging us?
Citizen of Orugeia
Were we...wrong...?
Citizen of Orugeia
We never really listened to her before,
did we...?
did we...?
Orugeian Captain
Damn it... Why!? Why are the people
gathering around that woman!?
gathering around that woman!?
Finn
Because she is Queen Gilgamesh!
Orugeian Captain
So she wants to build her reign not on power,
but on her people's love?
but on her people's love?
Orugeian Captain
Is that her true nature...?
Aaaaahhhh!
Finn
What was that!?
Gilgamesh
Ngh... You...!
Former Secretary
Too late for a change of heart now!
Former Secretary
Why did you betray me!?
After all I've done for you!
After all I've done for you!
Rizette
Gilgamesh!
There's a knife in her stomach!
There's a knife in her stomach!
Finn
Did that man do this!?
Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh!
Gilgamesh
Stay back! N-No one come near me!
Finn
But...!
Gilgamesh
Just stay where you are...!
Gilgamesh
Enki...
Gilgamesh
I was arrogant... Thought I could make
everything work without saying anything...
everything work without saying anything...
Gilgamesh
I never opened up, not to you, not to
my subjects...
my subjects...
Former Secretary Enki
Why did you push me away!? Why did you
dismiss me as your secretary!?
dismiss me as your secretary!?
Gilgamesh
You were too kind... I couldn't make you my
successor. I knew it would cause you pain.
successor. I knew it would cause you pain.
Gilgamesh
That's why I tried to find someone else...
Another successor to the throne...
Another successor to the throne...
Gilgamesh
Just like you found me when I was young...
Gilgamesh
"Only you can inherit the throne of this
nation."
nation."
Gilgamesh
I was looking for someone to say that to.
But I was wrong.
But I was wrong.
Former Secretary Enki
Gilgamesh...
You should have talked to me.
You should have talked to me.
Former Secretary Enki
As the one who entrusted you with the
throne...!
throne...!
Gilgamesh
I'm sorry... I truly am.
Gilgamesh
I know it sounds self-serving, but...
Gilgamesh
Enki, can you once again lend your eyes
and strength for this country?
and strength for this country?
Former Secretary Enki
But I am not worthy!
I stabbed you! I stabbed the queen!
I stabbed you! I stabbed the queen!
Gilgamesh
Heh, this? Such a minor scratch...
Gilgamesh
I am the Almighty Queen, Enki!
You should know that by now!
You should know that by now!
Former Secretary Enki
My queen...
Gilgamesh
People of Orugeia! Listen once more!
Gilgamesh
This country is on the brink of ruin!
But it's nobody's fault!
But it's nobody's fault!
Gilgamesh
The sands of time are challenging our
nation. We must overcome them!
nation. We must overcome them!
Gilgamesh
I have realized my own strength won't be
enough!
enough!
Gilgamesh
But if we all come together and face this
crisis, we can find a solution!
crisis, we can find a solution!
Gilgamesh
Where you were born, what you're doing
now, none of that matters!
now, none of that matters!
Gilgamesh
Let's work together to bring happiness to
every citizen of our great country!
every citizen of our great country!
Gilgamesh
We, the people of Orugeia, can surely make
this dream come true! I know we can!
this dream come true! I know we can!
Citizen of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh... Our queen...
Citizen of Orugeia
Yes... Our queen...
Citizen of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh!
All Citizens of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh! Queen Gilgamesh!
All Citizens of Orugeia
Lead us!
Bring change to this country!
Bring change to this country!
All Citizens of Orugeia
Help us bring love to this nation!
Your Majesty!
Your Majesty!
Gilgamesh
I will! I vow to live for you and only for you!
I dedicate my life to Orugeia!
I dedicate my life to Orugeia!
Finn
Her wound...is healing!?
Rizette
It must be her power!
Former Secretary Enki
Giving up my right to the throne was not a
mistake, after all.
mistake, after all.
Former Secretary Enki
She truly is the Almighty Queen!
Cleopatra
What is this farce?
Cleopatra
I didn't expend all this effort to watch some
insects put on an infantile morality play.
insects put on an infantile morality play.
Cleopatra
I wanted to see you despised, desecrated,
broken both physically and mentally...
broken both physically and mentally...
Cleopatra
Torn to pieces by your own enraged
subjects.
subjects.
Cleopatra
That is what I signed up to witness.
What a pity.
What a pity.
Gilgamesh
My apologies, Cleopatra.
Gilgamesh
But your meddling with Orugeia is not a
crime I'm going to let slide!
crime I'm going to let slide!
Cleopatra
"Orugeia?"
Cleopatra
And where is that "Orugeia" you're talking
about?
about?
Finn
What do you mean, where?
Cleopatra
Foolish queen... You still can't tell the
difference between reality and illusion.
difference between reality and illusion.
Gilgamesh
N-No...!
Cleopatra
Dusk Mirage—
Cleopatra
—Disengage.
Finn
Wh-What is happening!?
Gilgamesh
Orugeia is...vanishing!?
The Mask Falls Off
Gilgamesh
All the buildings...and people... It all turned
to sand and vanished...?
to sand and vanished...?
Finn
Just like the prison bars... Wait, does that
mean what I think it means!?
mean what I think it means!?
Rizette
Gilgan mentioned a great desert nation from
the past, right?
the past, right?
Rizette
Wasn't that Orugeia...?
Olark
My queen, what's all this then?
Rizette
Olark hasn't disappeared...
So you're real?
So you're real?
Olark
Aye, I reckon I am.
Rizette
So, everything that disappeared was just a
tangible illusion created by Cleopatra?
tangible illusion created by Cleopatra?
Finn
The entire Orugeia? And everyone who lived
there too...!?
there too...!?
Rizette
Finn, your Crest has activated...
Finn
Yours too!
Which means—
Which means—
Rizette
You're the Aeon Lord!? The one who set
up that massive barrier?
up that massive barrier?
Cleopatra
Indeed. My Dusk Mirage technique can
only be used within an aegis set up by me.
only be used within an aegis set up by me.
Rizette
You're like Ossia and Norza...
Cleopatra
I'd prefer not to be compared to those
lunatics.
lunatics.
Finn
Why not? You bring nothing but fear and
sadness to this world, just like them.
sadness to this world, just like them.
Finn
And that makes you our enemy!
Olark
Now I admit I'm not I'm not all up to speed
on all this, but if you're against
on all this, but if you're against
Olark
Queen Rizette, then you're against us, and
that's for sure and certain!
that's for sure and certain!
Cleopatra
You are all such a nuisance...
I think I'll let them deal with you.
I think I'll let them deal with you.
Cleopatra
Dusk Mirage.
Finn
Another me...!?
Rizette
Another illusion!
Cleopatra
One that possesses both will and a tangible
form.
form.
Cleopatra
Can it still be called an illusion at this point?
Fake Finn
I am—
Fake Rizette
I am—
Fake Finn & Fake Rizette
—the real one!
Finn
Ngh!
Rizette
Aaah!
Gilgamesh
It projects what existed or still exists within
its target area, whether material or spiritual.
its target area, whether material or spiritual.
Gilgamesh
And then materializes the projection using
sand...
sand...
Cleopatra
A most impressive analysis. Were you
aware that Orugeia was an illusion?
aware that Orugeia was an illusion?
Gilgamesh
I had a nightmare that felt exceptionally
real—
real—
Gilgamesh
That must've been the real Orugeia.
And my last moments...
And my last moments...
Cleopatra
I see... That's why you remained so calm
when everything around you turned to sand.
when everything around you turned to sand.
Cleopatra
You'd witnessed the real memory. Oh, do I
wish I'd seen the despair on your face...
wish I'd seen the despair on your face...
Cleopatra
But if that's the case... Why make such a
lengthy, heartfelt speech to a bunch of
lengthy, heartfelt speech to a bunch of
Cleopatra
illusionary people?
Gilgamesh
I still wanted to convey my true feelings to
the people of Orugeia.
the people of Orugeia.
Gilgamesh
Your goal must be somewhat similar.
After all, I am already dead too.
After all, I am already dead too.
Cleopatra
Yes! Of course it is!
Cleopatra
Traitors like you must be condemned and
brought down with my own two hands!
brought down with my own two hands!
Cleopatra
That's why I created all of this!
Gilgamesh
Cleopatra... Talk to me.
Tell me what's in your heart.
Tell me what's in your heart.
Gilgamesh
Who in the world are you?
Cleopatra
I'm just an insignificant queen like
many others...
many others...
Cleopatra
who once encountered the same serpent
you did.
you did.
I was born into the royal family of a
nation called Kemet...
nation called Kemet...
When it comes to my love for my country,
I believe I was second to none.
I believe I was second to none.
But...it seems my love never reached my
people.
people.
Cleopatra
Why would I give up the crown!?
Cleopatra
I've loved this nation and served it with every
fiber of my being! Always!
fiber of my being! Always!
Kemet Minister A
You've served us well. Thanks to your
talents, this country has experienced
talents, this country has experienced
Kemet Minister A
unprecedented growth.
Cleopatra
Then why!?
Kemet Minister B
Hehe...
Kemet Minister C
Hahaha...
Cleopatra
Why are you all laughing!?
Kemet Minister A
Such a brilliant ruler, and still you don't
understand the simplest things...
understand the simplest things...
Kemet Minister B
Your excellence annoys us.
That's just how people are.
That's just how people are.
Kemet Minister C
You might want to learn more about human
nature.
nature.
Cleopatra
No, wait!!!
Cleopatra
All I have is my beloved country...
Cleopatra
And you took it from me... Denied my love...
Cleopatra
I have nothing left...
Cleopatra
Nothing...but death...
Snake
"Are you interested in...
eternal life?"
eternal life?"
Cleopatra
A snake...? What's that you said just now?
Snake
"I offer you a gift."
Snake
"And not just any gift.
I shall grant you eternity."
I shall grant you eternity."
Cleopatra
Eternity...?
Cleopatra
To someone about to take their own life?
Snake
"If you die, so will Kemet."
Cleopatra
...That's not something I can simply
ignore.
ignore.
Snake
"The country you loved so much will surely
fall."
fall."
Cleopatra
My country will fall...?
Cleopatra
My beloved country!? Ah, the thought alone
feels like my heart is being ripped out!
feels like my heart is being ripped out!
Cleopatra
If Kemet is destroyed, I'll find no rest,
not even in death...
not even in death...
Snake
"What say you?"
Cleopatra
Do you really need me to answer that?
Snake
"No.
I shall grant you immortality."
I shall grant you immortality."
Cleopatra
I must protect my beloved country...
Cleopatra
And love it eternally, completely, to the
very marrow of my bones...!
very marrow of my bones...!
Snake
"Arise, then. Conquer death..."
Snake
"And accept Eternity."
Kemet Minister A
So, we finally managed to remove
Cleopatra from the throne.
Cleopatra from the throne.
Kemet Minister B
Did you confirm the body?
Kemet Minister C
Yes. She was bitten by a venomous snake.
She was clearly dead.
She was clearly dead.
Kemet Minister A
Hmph. The nerve on that woman...
I can't believe she'd put our interests at
I can't believe she'd put our interests at
Kemet Minister A
risk for the sake of a declining country!
She got what she deserved!
She got what she deserved!
Kemet Minister B
If the nation really is in danger, we can
just flee to a neighboring country.
just flee to a neighboring country.
Kemet Minister C
That would require some generous gifts, no?
Kemet Minister A
Like, say, a hundred barrels of this wine?
Cleopatra
A delightful bouquet, isn't it, gentlemen?
Kemet Minister B
C-Cleopatra! How are you alive!?
Kemet Minister C
You were dead! I saw you...!
Cleopatra
Ah, I couldn't find rest even in death.
Cleopatra
I kept hearing someone plotting against
my country...
my country...
Cleopatra
By the way, how do you find the poison?
Kemet Minister A
Poison!?
Kemet Minister B
Wha... Cough...cough...
Kemet Minister C
That's...absurd...
Cleopatra
Indeed. Fools remain fools until the end.
Snake
"Quite merciless."
Cleopatra
They shouldn't have betrayed my love.
It's what they deserved.
It's what they deserved.
Snake
"Come to think of it..."
Snake
"I recall extending the same offer to another
ruler faced with the fall of their country."
ruler faced with the fall of their country."
Snake
"But they declined."
Cleopatra
They rejected eternal life...?
Cleopatra
They must not have loved their country.
How deplorable... No...
How deplorable... No...
Cleopatra
It's the utmost disgrace!
Cleopatra
How dare they call themselves a ruler
without loving their country!
without loving their country!
Snake
"It seems that monarch loved their people."
Snake
"They believed eternity would be
meaningless if their people were to perish."
meaningless if their people were to perish."
Cleopatra
Ridiculous... A country only needs its
ruler.
ruler.
Cleopatra
To love a bunch of contemptible commoners
is the pinnacle of foolishness!
is the pinnacle of foolishness!
Cleopatra
What was the name of that monarch?
Snake
"Queen Gilgamesh of Orugeia."
Queen of Queens
Gilgamesh
So, that snake that appeared at the end
of my nightmare...
of my nightmare...
Cleopatra
Yes, you must have encountered it too.
And yet, you declined its generous offer.
And yet, you declined its generous offer.
Cleopatra
A most abhorrent decision...
Cleopatra
You were a queen like me, but you didn't
love your kingdom at all!
love your kingdom at all!
Gilgamesh
So you were a ruler too... I should have
gathered that from your extraordinary grace.
gathered that from your extraordinary grace.
Cleopatra
Are you really in a position to be so
composed?
composed?
Cleopatra
You are no longer the Almighty Queen.
Your people will never come back!
Your people will never come back!
Gilgamesh
Ngh...!
Cleopatra
If you'd stayed alive, your country wouldn't
have perished!
have perished!
Cleopatra
But you willingly let go of eternal life!
There's no betrayal greater than that!
There's no betrayal greater than that!
Gilgamesh
You're wrong. A country is defined by its
people, not its ruler!
people, not its ruler!
Gilgamesh
By the time I died, not a single one
of my subjects was left alive...
of my subjects was left alive...
Gilgamesh
There's no point to a country where only the
ruler remains. That's no longer a country!
ruler remains. That's no longer a country!
Cleopatra
The people can always be replaced later,
but a nation is nothing without its ruler!
but a nation is nothing without its ruler!
Gilgamesh
The only point of being a ruler is ensuring
the happiness of the people!
the happiness of the people!
Cleopatra
Ugh... You still have this much power left...
Cleopatra
Enough. Finish her, my Mirage Serpent!
Gilgamesh
You think this will work on me?
Cleopatra
What...!?
Gilgamesh
I exist for Orugeia...
For the people of Orugeia!
For the people of Orugeia!
Cleopatra
Ngh...
Gilgamesh
Haaaaaaaaah!!!
Gilgamesh
...!?
Gilgamesh
Gah...ngh... Aah—
Cough...gah...!
Cough...gah...!
Cleopatra
Heh... Hahaha...
Cleopatra
It seems the disease has finally reached your
heart. Can't even stand anymore, can you?
heart. Can't even stand anymore, can you?
Cleopatra
Groan and writhe in pain. The country you've
forsaken felt the same agony...
forsaken felt the same agony...
Cleopatra
Because you valued the masses who'd turn
on you at the first opportunity above it!
on you at the first opportunity above it!
Finn
Haah... Haah...
Fake Finn
Huff... Huff...
Finn
(We both know each other's moves, so
neither of us can land a decisive blow...)
neither of us can land a decisive blow...)
Fake Finn
I know everything about you. I am you.
Fake Finn
You want power, don't you? The power to
surpass Norza, the Pristine Corpseblade!
surpass Norza, the Pristine Corpseblade!
Fake Finn
Why else would you become the Crimson
Crestbearer?
Crestbearer?
Finn
Of course I want power. To defeat the
Aeon Lords, to stop the Pandemonium,
Aeon Lords, to stop the Pandemonium,
Finn
and more than anything, to protect those
I love!
I love!
Finn
But there are many ways to become stronger.
Finn
Just like Gilgamesh draws her power from
her citizens, I draw mine from my friends!
her citizens, I draw mine from my friends!
Fake Finn
Your friends might not be enough, you
know?
know?
Finn
Then I'll find another way!
Finn
Haaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!
Fake Finn
Ngh... H-How...
Finn
I will become stronger! That's what I
believe! No, that's what I know!
believe! No, that's what I know!
Fake Rizette
Yaaaaah!!!
Rizette
Aaaah...!!!
Olark
My queen!
Rizette
I-I'm fine...
Fake Rizette
No, you're weak. Someone as pathetic as
you doesn't deserve to be by Finn's side.
you doesn't deserve to be by Finn's side.
Fake Rizette
Go back to your little village in the forest.
Rizette
I won't. I have responsibility as the
Cerulean Crestbearer.
Cerulean Crestbearer.
Fake Rizette
You can leave it to someone like Gilgamesh.
Rizette
No, I believe there's a reason for all of this!
I won't give up until I find out what that is!
I won't give up until I find out what that is!
Fake Rizette
Even if you lose the power of the Crest?
Rizette
Yes, even then. This is the path I have
chosen!
chosen!
Fake Rizette
That's impossible!!!
Rizette
Oh, it's quite possible. And my feelings on
the matter will never fade!
the matter will never fade!
Fake Rizette
Such unattainable dreams...
Olark
Right well done, Majesty!
A sight to behold, that was!
A sight to behold, that was!
Rizette
Yes! Let's hurry back to Gilgamesh!
Cleopatra
Pathetic little queen... Let me finish this.
Gilgamesh
No, not yet...
Cleopatra
You can barely muster the strength to speak.
Cleopatra
What are you planning to achieve with a
body tattered and torn like a worn rag?
body tattered and torn like a worn rag?
Finn & Rizette
Gilgamesh!!!
Gilgamesh
Stay back!
Gilgamesh
This is...a duel...between queens!
Cleopatra
Such noble defiance. Touching. As a token
of my appreciation, please accept this poison.
of my appreciation, please accept this poison.
Gilgamesh
Ngh... Gaaah!
Cleopatra
I'd be disappointed if you simply succumbed
to your disease, but if I can amplify
to your disease, but if I can amplify
Cleopatra
the symptoms myself...
Cleopatra
Then I won't regret using up this rare
poison!
poison!
Gilgamesh
Aaaah... Gaah... Aaaaaa...!!!
Cleopatra
Oh dear, what a delightful expression...
Hehe, now I'm getting excited...
Hehe, now I'm getting excited...
Finn
Gilgamesh...!
Hang on!
Hang on!
Olark
Nay! The Queen of Queens herself has told
us to hold back, she has!
us to hold back, she has!
Gilgamesh
Ahh... Stay back... Disobeying...the royal
command...ah...is unforgivable!
command...ah...is unforgivable!
Gilgamesh
For my country... For Orugeia!
Gilgamesh
For daring to mock us, I will deal with you
by my own hand!
by my own hand!
Cleopatra
You are no queen. Just a slave serving
foolish masses.
foolish masses.
Gilgamesh
The world's...happiest slave...
Cleopatra
Such a pathetic sight. Have you lost
even your pride now? How uninspiring...
even your pride now? How uninspiring...
Cleopatra
I think it's time to send you back to where
your people are. Any last words?
your people are. Any last words?
Gilgamesh
(People of Orugeia... I wasn't a good queen,
was I...)
was I...)
Gilgamesh
(But I can't join you just yet...)
Gilgamesh
(I can't!)
Finn
This is bad...
Gilgamesh...!
Gilgamesh...!
Rizette
Wait, Finn... What is that!?
Finn
A massive flow of magical power!?
Cleopatra
What is happening...? I haven't used Dust
Mirage...
Mirage...
Cleopatra
So why is Orugeia appearing again!?
Finn
Orugeia is back!?
Rizette
But we can't touch it... It's really like a
mirage this time...
mirage this time...
True Citizen of Orugeia
Your Majesty—
True Citizen of Orugeia
My queen, please rise!
True Citizen of Orugeia
We are always with you!
True Citizen of Orugeia
The fact that you kept us in your thoughts
is enough to make us happy!
is enough to make us happy!
True Citizen of Orugeia
Don't call yourself a slave... We want to
see our Almighty Queen!
see our Almighty Queen!
True Citizen of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh!
True Citizen of Orugeia
Hearing your voice again, following you—
it fills us with pride.
it fills us with pride.
True Citizens of Orugeia
Now, stand with us!
Rizette
The will of the people of Orugeia must still
reside here...!
reside here...!
Finn
It wasn't in vain! What we did reached her
people!
people!
Gilgamesh
Everyone... Thank you!
Gilgamesh
Then, let me prove once and for all
that I am the Almighty Queen!!!
that I am the Almighty Queen!!!
Cleopatra
The Royal Might!?
But you're all just an illusion!
But you're all just an illusion!
Gilgamesh
No, these are the true people of Orugeia.
Even if I can't touch them, I can feel them!
Even if I can't touch them, I can feel them!
True Citizens of Orugeia
Queen of Queens!
Our beloved queen!
Our beloved queen!
True Citizens of Orugeia
Queen Gilgamesh!!!
Gilgamesh
Take this, Cleopatra—
The power that my people and I have forged...
The power that my people and I have forged...
Gilgamesh
The power of the Almighty Queen!!!
Cleopatra
I-Impossible... I can't lose...
Cleopatra
I won't lose...!!!
Cleopatra
Aaagh... Noooooooo!!!
The Will of a Queen
Cleopatra
Huff...huff...huff...
Cleopatra
To think that the likes of you could corner
me like that...
me like that...
Gilgamesh
Even if you're immortal, it'll take you some
time to recover, won't it?
time to recover, won't it?
Cleopatra
You are not a good queen...
Cleopatra
Loving your citizens more than your
country is the road to ruin.
country is the road to ruin.
Cleopatra
Only a ruler who can sacrifice their citizens
can truly become a good ruler...
can truly become a good ruler...
Cleopatra
Yes, only then...can you love your kingdom...
and be loved in return...
and be loved in return...
Gilgamesh
That sounds unbearably sad. Such a ruler
will never find true happiness.
will never find true happiness.
Cleopatra
It seems we'll never come to understand
each other...
each other...
Finn
She's trying to escape!
Cleopatra
Yes, I still have enough strength to elude
you all. Farewell.
you all. Farewell.
Finn
Wait! I want to ask you something.
Why didn't you leave me to die?
Why didn't you leave me to die?
Cleopatra
(What on—!?)
Cleopatra
(What is the Crimson Crestbearer doing
within my aegis...!?)
within my aegis...!?)
Cleopatra
(He seems to have collapsed.
Without help, he will surely die.)
Without help, he will surely die.)
Finn
I can't...go on...
Cleopatra
(He didn't recognize me as an Aeon Lord
using the Crest, did he?)
using the Crest, did he?)
Cleopatra
(No, I don't sense that...)
Finn
I'll...help you...soon...
Finn
So...it's okay...
Finn
It's...okay...
Cleopatra
(He's on the brink of death...
And still, he smiled at me?)
And still, he smiled at me?)
Cleopatra
(I shouldn't have a heartbeat... And yet...
Why do I feel so warm, I wonder?)
Why do I feel so warm, I wonder?)
Cleopatra
A white lily blooming in the desert...
Cleopatra
It seems a pity to pluck it.
Cleopatra
Take him to the castle.
Cleopatra
(In that moment, I felt... A rare and
genuine spark...)
genuine spark...)
Cleopatra
...As if.
Cleopatra
The Aeon Lords are not all of one mind.
Cleopatra
It just so happens that I don't agree with
Norza and the others...
Norza and the others...
Finn
Is that really your answer?
Cleopatra
If you can change your path, I'll invite you
to the Eternal Kingdom I've created.
to the Eternal Kingdom I've created.
Cleopatra
Until then...
Cleopatra
Dusk Mirage!
Finn
Cleopatra!
Gilgamesh
She's nowhere to be found...
Don't chase her any further.
Don't chase her any further.
Finn
Damn, I can't believe she escaped!
She was right there!
She was right there!
Gilgamesh
She won't show herself again for a while
with that injury. We can rest easy for now.
with that injury. We can rest easy for now.
Gilgamesh
Now, Finn, Rizette... It's time to release
you from your duties.
you from your duties.
Rizette
Huh?
Finn
Gilgamesh, are you...!?
Finn
(Right... If Orugeia has fallen long ago,
then so will its queen...)
then so will its queen...)
Gilgamesh
It's a pity I couldn't finish her, but I've
taken my revenge.
taken my revenge.
Gilgamesh
Now I can return to my people.
Finn
So this is goodbye...
Rizette
Thank you so much, Gilgamesh!
For everything!
For everything!
Gilgamesh
Finn, Rizette. You were my reliable
knights and trusted friends. My people.
knights and trusted friends. My people.
Gilgamesh
Thank you for being with me until the end.
Gilgamesh
This necklace is the most precious gift
anyone has ever given me, Finn.
anyone has ever given me, Finn.
Gilgamesh
I was so happy...
Finn
Gilgamesh...
I will never forget meeting you—
I will never forget meeting you—
Distant Voice
"Thank you for saving
Queen Gilgamesh!"
Queen Gilgamesh!"
Distant Voice
"Thank you, Mr. Hero!"
Rizette
These voices...!
Finn
The children from the orphanage.
Finn
They were the ones who brought me here.
Olark
Somehow, it all felt like one grand dream,
wouldn't ya say?
wouldn't ya say?
Finn
Well, we were trapped in an elaborate
illusion. A dream isn't far off the mark.
illusion. A dream isn't far off the mark.
Olark
The folk of Araka will always hold Orugeia
dear as an ally, I give ya my word.
dear as an ally, I give ya my word.
Rizette
Please take care of everyone, Olark!
Olark
Aye, my queen—!
I mean, Miss Rizette. Beggin' yer pardon.
I mean, Miss Rizette. Beggin' yer pardon.
Rizette
Good...
Rizette
Wait, "Miss" Rizette...!?
Finn
So you prefer to be called a queen after all?
Rizette
No, that's not what I meant—
Olark
Ah! Right then! If that's how it is...
Gather 'round, y'all! All together now—
Gather 'round, y'all! All together now—
ArakaB(Araka Residents
Queen Rizette!!!
Rizette
Nooooooooooooo!
Finn
It was this way, right?
Rizette
Yes, I'm sure!
???
Finn!!!
Rizette!!!
Rizette!!!
Rizette
That voice...
Finn
Captain Ludmilla!!!
Ludmilla
I'm so relieved! I was really worried!
Ludmilla
Do you have any symptoms of dehydration!?
We need to get you treated immediately—
We need to get you treated immediately—
Ga'Luga
No, look, their complexion is normal.
Ludmilla
It is... As expected of members of my
squad!
squad!
Ludmilla
However, disobeying orders is a serious
offense!
offense!
Ludmilla
As punishment, you'll undergo my special
desert training regimen!
desert training regimen!
Finn
Yes, ma'am! I apologize!
Rizette
We're really sorry for causing you concern,
Captain.
Captain.
Ludmilla
Well, Ga'Luga was even more worried
than I was...
than I was...
Ga'Luga
Excuse me? I was not! I knew my Brother
and Rizette would be fine.
and Rizette would be fine.
Finn
"Brother?" You mean me?
Ga'Luga
Y-You misheard!
Ga'Luga
Now that we know you're safe,
let's hurry home.
let's hurry home.
Ludmilla
All right. Let's return to Urg Roa!
Rizette
I wonder how everyone is doing...
Finn
I mean, Theo is with them, so they must be
well on the way to recovery.
well on the way to recovery.
Finn
By the way, Rizette. Thank you for
coming for me!
coming for me!
Finn
You're the reason we were able to return
here safely.
here safely.
Rizette
N-No need for to thank me! It's my duty to
support you as the Cerulean Crestbea—
support you as the Cerulean Crestbea—
Finn
No, it has nothing to do with the Crests.
I want you, Rizette, to keep supporting me.
I want you, Rizette, to keep supporting me.
Rizette
Huh?
Rizette
Wh-What... Um...
Rizette
I-I mean...
Rizette
Of course, I'll be by your side! A-Always!
Ludmilla
Hey, you two!!!
You're lagging behind!!!
You're lagging behind!!!
Finn
This bad, we need to catch up!
Let's go, Rizette!
Let's go, Rizette!
Rizette
Let's go, Finn!
Gilgamesh
Where...am I...
Gilgamesh
Why am I still here?
Snake
"Because you are special."
Gilgamesh
You... You're the snake from before!
Arcane
"My name is Arcane. As you guessed,
I am one of the gods."
I am one of the gods."
Gilgamesh
Are you the reason I remain here?
Arcane
"No."
Arcane
"It is because your mother was akin to
a god."
a god."
Gilgamesh
My mother was...a god?
Arcane
"This recent incident has strengthened
that part of you. So you remain here."
that part of you. So you remain here."
Gilgamesh
But gods can only exists when they're
worshipped.
worshipped.
Gilgamesh
And there's no one who worships me—
Arcane
"The person who was your secretary—the
real one—escaped Orugeia before its fall."
real one—escaped Orugeia before its fall."
Arcane
"However, after you died, he regretted
running away and returned."
running away and returned."
Arcane
"And then he founded Araka."
Gilgamesh
Olark's settlement...!
So it's Enki's legacy...
So it's Enki's legacy...
Arcane
"He was your kin. While he did not
inherit the characteristics of the
inherit the characteristics of the
Arcane
lionfolk tribe, he definitely carried the
royal blood."
royal blood."
Arcane
"Even if he gave up his right to the throne
after finding you in the slums."
after finding you in the slums."
Arcane
"Mortals are not so simple.
You were right about that."
You were right about that."
Gilgamesh
Enki carried the royal blood, and they were
his kin... That's why I felt close to them.
his kin... That's why I felt close to them.
Gilgamesh
And their strength was the effect of Royal
Might inherited by the bloodline...
Might inherited by the bloodline...
Gilgamesh
I see, time comes full circle...
Arcane
"They now worship you as the Queen
of Queens, as if you were a god."
of Queens, as if you were a god."
Arcane
"That is why you will not vanish."
Gilgamesh
I see...
Gilgamesh
Arcane, was it? There's something I want.
Arcane
"Ah, immortality?"
Gilgamesh
No, something better than that.
Arcane
"Better than that?"
Gilgamesh
The necklace I got from Finn!
Arcane
"A necklace?"
Gilgamesh
That's right. If you're a god like you claim,
then get me an exact replica!
then get me an exact replica!
Gilgamesh
That's an order!
Arcane
"Commanding a god, are we?"
Gilgamesh
Who cares about gods? I am a queen!
Gilgamesh
The Almighty Queen—
Gilgamesh of Orugeia!!!
Gilgamesh of Orugeia!!!
Gilgamesh
Not even a god can oppose me!
Gilgamesh
(Finn, it seems my journey is not over
yet...)
yet...)
Gilgamesh
(We'll meet again someday.)
Gilgamesh
(My one true hero!)