Playable NPCs, Windblume's Breath Act I
Amber, Collei, Eula
Collei: Whoa, did you see that? A bird with huuuge wings just flew by!
Collei: If Master Tighnari was here, he'd be able to tell you its scientific name, species, and behaviors...
Collei: But, as for me... all I can tell you is, it isn't a species we have in Sumeru...
Eula: Oh? Then what kinds of birds do you have in Sumeru?
Collei: Dusk Birds! They have the most beautiful, vibrant colors. The feathers on their chest are the color of ripe Sunsettias,
and their wing-tips are the color of tender Mint leaves. They're not too skittish around people, and at my tree holl-- I mean,
this tree that I often go past, there's a Dusk Bird there that always look at me like it understands what I'm saying.
I once picked up one of its feathers from the ground, and it felt really nice...
Eula: You have keen observation skills, and a love for living things.
You'd be better served directing your energies there rather than sighing and whining all the time.
Amber: Ugh, Eula says things in the most awkward way possible sometimes... Just ignore the second half, Collei!
Collei: No, it's fine, I know what she means. She does have a point...
Collei: Are you hungry for fish? I see quite a few over there.
Amber: Sounds like someone's up for a fishing content, huh? Fair warning, though, I won't lose!
Eula: Seriously...? Another competition? I thought we were supposed to be sightseeing. ...Uh, but still -- wait for me!
Cyno, Mika
Cyno: So this is Stormterror's Lair...
Cyno: ...From which direction will Stormterror appear, I wonder?
Mika: Um, excuse me...
Cyno: Who's there?
Mika: Ah, sorry, sorry, I didn't meant to disturb you.
Cyno: I apologize as well. I acted on force of habit. You must be a local, yes?
My name is Cyno, and I'm here sightseeing in Mondstadt. In truth, it is I who am disturbing you.
Mika: Um, might I ask if you're looking for something here?
Cyno: I'm waiting for Stormterror to arrive.
Mika: You even set up a Kamera...
Cyno: Yes. I hope to capture a good picture as reference material for an artist I know.
Mika: Ah... In that case, let me help keep watch too.
From what I've heard, Stormterror's movements have some... regular schedule.
Cyno: Roughly how often does it appear?
Mika: Uh, hold on. I'll have to check against our data first. Let me consult my notes...
Cyno: ...
Mika: ...
Mika: Um... Mr. Cyno, Sir, are you going to stand there staring into the sky the entire time?
Cyno: Don't worry, I'm quite strong. My neck can take it.
Mika: No, no, I mean... You should sit down. I--I brought a blanket -- here, you can borrow it!
Cyno: I'll be alright.
Mika: Oh, um... okay, well...
Mika: ... Weird. Now I'm staring up into the sky, too...
Tighnari, Albedo
Tighnari: I've heard that Cecilias only grow in remote spots at high-altitude,
and that you're unlikely to ever see one unless you go looking for it.
Tighnari: Though they can be preserved for a long time as specimens, I can't take back the beauty they possess in the wild.
It's a shame.
Albedo: Shall I ask Sucrose to develop a Cecilia variant with improved soil adaptability for you?
Albedo: I should warn you, though, it may very well end up with a name like "Tetratanic Ananemo Cecilia," or perhaps
"Epsilon-Series Cecilia, Variation 601, Sumeru Growth-Type."
Tighnari: ...Is this you attempting to tell a joke?
Albedo: Unfortunately not. I'm being completely serious.
Tighnari: In that case, I look forward to... well, whichever of those two it ends up being.
Albedo: Back to our previous topic -- if you wish to use antitoxic compounds from Calla Llilies in an antidote,
then I have a few suggestions...
Dehya
Dehya: Oh, hey there, [Traveler]. Nice to see ya!
Traveler: Didn't expect to see you here at this hour, Dehya.
Dehya: Hahaha, well, Cyno's out of the country on a trip,
so he got me to come and help his subordinates take care of a few things.
I guess you could say I'm his temporary substitute.
Dehya: The atmosphere around here's not too bad nowadays, so I don't mind sticking around once in a while.
Dehya: You've probably got a lot going on yourself, I'll bet? Good luck with everything!
Dehya
Candace: Setaria, you should take a break and have a **** to eat.
Candace: Setaria?
Setaria: Ah, thank you! Sorry, I was completely absorbed in what I was doing, I didn't even hear your voice...
Candace: It's alright. I'm glad that you enjoy the work you're doing.
Setaria: Sorry you've ended up having to babysit me... I'm sure you have far more important things to do.
Candace: Well, Rahman's busy with the Eremites these days.
But having me stand in as your bodyguard must be a welcome breath of fresh air for you?
Candace: It's a change for me, too -- my first time working as a bodyguard.
I'm just treating it as a chance to get a taste of Dehya's line of work.
Setaria: I tried telling Mahamatra Cyno that I can work unsupervised. Really, this ought to be the last of his worries...
Setaria: He said that educators willing to work in the desert are an extremely rare breed,
so I need a bodyguard for protection at all times... I think he's being a little overprotective.
Candace: But at the end of the day, that's why we know we can count on the General Mahamatra.
He and I are of the same mind in this case, so I am very happy to protect you.
Candace: While you're in Aaru Village, we're partners. We don't want to cause you any unnecessary pressure.
So please, try to enjoy your time here.
Playable NPCs, Windblume's Breath Act II
Cyno, Lisa
Lisa: Why, if it isn't my underclassman, Cyno.
What a pleasant surprise it is to see you in Mondstadt during the Windblume Festival.
Cyno: Greetings, Lisa. Though I'm sure you've been aware of my presence in Mondstadt for some time already.
Lisa: Oh dear, looks like you've seen right through me. But I was in no hurry. I knew we'd see each other sooner or later.
Cyno: Yes. It's just as Professor Cyrus said -- shared aspirations always have a way of bringing people into each other's orbit.
Lisa: Hehe, he always has such a poetic way of wording things.
I suppose that's the one respect in which I've taken after him, while in your case...
Lisa: Yes, it's his wit and eccentricities that have left their mark on you.
Cyno: Hmm. I'm not sure that describes me very aptly these days, given that I'm now the General Mahamatra.
Still, if we're talking about ways with words, I think my deadpan humor is far superior than our professor's.
Lisa: Is that so? Strange, I heard that you're just Cyno the Adventurer when you're in Mondstadt.
Cyno: ...You make a good point.
Lisa: What do you think of Mondstadt during this time of the year? It's quite nice, isn't it?
Cyno: Yes. It's very nice. I think I'm starting to understand your reasons for leaving the Akademiya.
Lisa: Hehe. I've always prided myself on making wise decisions, and that was certainly one of them.
Cyno: If our professor had been as sensible as you, he would have had a much easier time in his working life.
Being stubborn doesn't help anybody.
Lisa: Well, if even you feel comfortable criticizing him now that he's retired... It really goes to show how much he's changed.
Lisa: Stubbornness is an all-too-common vice among scholars. I hope that never rubs off on you.
I'm always happy to see you visit Mondstadt, and experience the feeling of freedom for yourself.
Lisa: I heard the latest news about Collei, too. No doubt the traumas of her childhood will persist for a while to come,
but I have to say, she appears to be doing quite better this time than on previous visits.
Lisa: I suppose you're something of a mentor to her, aren't you? Now that I think about it, the two of you aren't so dissimilar.
The power of Hermanubis once brought you great suffering.
Cyno: That's all in the past now. Besides, Professor thankfully didn't treat me like a test subject for the priests's power like the
higher-ups had hoped, even though I was a desert-dweller.
Cyno: Instead, he gave me the tools I needed to lead the life I have today.
He adopted me, educated me, taught me how to fit into society... I am very grateful to him.
Lisa: You are very gifted, and sometimes that can become its own curse. But he has reason to be grateful to you, too --
without you as his son-slash-student, he may never have changed his stubborn ways.
Lisa: As a fellow student of his, I couldn't be happier for the two of you.
...Ah, look at how quickly this developed from small talk to a deep and serious conversation.
That's one thing I do miss about my Akademiya days.
Cyno: By virtue of being another of his students, you are as much a part of professor's family as I.
It's perfectly natural for a daughter to inherit her father's conversation style.
Lisa: If you say so... I suppose that means I get to you call you "baby brother" from now on.
Cyno: ...Um... I--I'd rather you didn't...
Lisa: Hahaha, yes, there's the baby brother I remember.
Playable NPCs, Windblume's Breath Act III
Cyno
Cyno: I quite like my new card back. It goes perfectly with my deck.
Cyno: I take it that you've also received your card back? Want to use it to play a round?
Traveler: Let's play Genius Invokation TCG!
or
Traveler: I need to familiarize myself more with the deck and rules...
Cyno: No problem. Just come find me again when you're ready.
Albedo
Albedo: You liked the card back from Cyno, right? I must admit, I also spent a good amount of effort coming up with the design.
Albedo: His request was quite interesting.
He wanted a dragon, a cool pose, and a design that would stand out and awe his opponents.
Albedo: Although the commission was for himself, he wanted the back to be flashy enough to draw the attention of the opposing
player. Perhaps, there's something that can be said about how when it comes to Genius Invokation TCG, friendship is more
important than competition.
Albedo: He also said that such an impressive card back should be shared with friends.
Since he gave it to you, this must mean he considers you to be a close friend.
Albedo: Oh, and speaking of, to repay my efforts, he also gifted me the card back as well.
Hmm... maybe I'll also give the game a try.
Amber, Collei, Eula, Sucrose
Amber: Collei! Sucrose! I brought some home-cooked food, why don't we enjoy it together?
Collei: Really? Sounds great!
Sucrose: I--I must point out a small issue about your cooking!
You have a tendency to put a little too much flavoring in your dishes...
Amber: Ahahaha, sorry! I guess I've been a little heavy-handed with the seasonings lately...
Collei: Are you feeling stressed recently? Do you want to find someone to play cards with? It really helps with stress, I promise!
Eula: Oh, that sounds like a good idea. If I recall, both you and Sucrose are pretty good players, right?
Sucrose: Oh yeah, we are! We've been playing together, and we were actually talking about this just a few days ago...
Eula: Since you are already familiar... would you mind also showing me the rules sometime?
Amber: Yeah, Collei seems to be a natural at the game... Maybe she's already the best player out of all of us!
Collei: Huh!? Me!?
Eula: That's right, you've been all the talk at the tavern.
"That little girl from Sumeru is really good at the game... If I can find the chance, I would love to test my skills against her."
Collei: Really!?
Sucrose: Isn't that great, Collei? You've become a TCG celebrity!
Collei: Oh, I... I... Ehehe...
Mona, Klee
Klee: Mona, look! I found a four-leaf clover. It's so pretty; do you like it?
Mona: Huh? Is it for me? Thank you, Klee!
Klee: Um, could you also say something nice to Klee?
Mona: Oh, of course! Ahem. I've actually gotten really good at this! Hmm...
Mona: O Miss Klee, our mighty Spark Knight, you are the flame of hope for all of Mondstadt, and the vessel for...
Klee: Huh? What's a vessel?
Mona: Oh no, Klee doesn't seem to really appreciate this kind of praise. Okay, then...
Mona: Klee, you're super adorable, and your hat and backpack are the cutest! Did your mom get them for you?
Klee: Yep! Mom said that she picked them out with Dodoco, and Dodoco really loves this backpack, too!
Which is why Dodoco's always hanging from the side!
Klee: Mom also said that someone else was also helping her pick out the gifts that day... Hmm, what was the name again ...
Klee: Ah, if Klee remembers correctly, people would call her... the old hag.
Mona: Wait, the old hag!? ...Huh, okay, now that you mention it, the old hag does have a fondness for picking out hats...
Tighnari, Mika
Mika: Thank you so much for your surveying tips!
I had no idea that the Sumeru Forest Watchers would also have expertise in this area...
You really do know just about everything!
Tighnari: It's only natural that Forest Watchers and surveyors would have some similar skills.
We're both constantly outdoors and on the move, after all.
Tighnari: Anyway, I'm glad I could help.
Mika: If I can find the chance, I'd love to pay a visit to Sumeru as well! I've heard that the terrain is quite complicated there,
and it'd be a treat to see it for myself.
Tighnari: Yes, "complicated" is indeed one way to put it. Visitors often get lost when they visit Sumeru for the first time,
and they have a tendency to pick all kinds of mushrooms and fruits in the rainforest without discretion.
Mika: Ah, we get a lot of people here picking Philanemo Mushrooms as well...
Tighnari: Actually, have you ever tried adding them to a recipe? They are quite bland by themselves, but perhaps,
the taste can be improved if they're cooked together with other ingredients...
Mika: I've never tried that myself... But now that you mention it, I do want to give it a try...
Tighnari: I'm quite curious, too. Would you like to pick some together later?
Venti
Venti: Well, what do you think? I trust you've enjoyed this year's Windblume Festival?
Venti: I'm happy to see you find the time amidst your busy adventures to return to Mondstadt and celebrate the
winds of freedom with us.
Venti: And if you have a moment now, would you care to hear a new love poem I wrote this year?
Venti: Ahem! Allow me to recite it for you.
Venti:
This world has never seen such vibrant color
it bestows upon everyone a brilliant hue
A shade more ethereal than white
yet more radiant still than gold
it eases into your eyes
and restores to light a solitary soul
Venti: Hmm... maybe a bit too somber? Maybe I should write another one on Sweet Flowers instead...
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