To Rot or to Burn #2
Stellar Jade x 80, Trailblaze EXP x 1000, Adventure Log x 10, Condensed Aether x 5, The Seriousness of Breakfast x 1, Shadow of Destruction x 1
📍 Jarilo-VI Robot Settlement
March 7th
Sampo... Are we there yet?
Sampo
Do you have to ask every other minute, missy? Two more steps, just two more steps and you're there.
Vagrant Rapper
Yo, yo, listen up. This one's for all you pretend rappers...
Vagrant Rapper
Internal Combustion Engine champion — 88 Degrees Bedrock — reppin' the dawn of the Underworld rap. Here's something to wake up your soul, check it...
Vagrant Rapper
(The vagrant is spitting fire rhymes...)
Sampo
Alas, this place is a bit of a mixed bag — plenty of... "characters." Keep your wits about you, friends. Don't let anyone deceive you.
March 7th
It's all good. We've had you for practice.
Sampo
Y'know missy, you sure know how to bear a grudge.
Earnest Vagrant
No, no, no! You can't insert the microcrystalline unit into the heat sink substrate like that.
Suspicious Vagrant
How do you know? Balaway from Miner's Lamp said that you need to pay attention to the interfaces when assembling relics.
Suspicious Vagrant
To make this thing move again, we need to connect the microcrystalline unit to the operating brake module. Otherwise, it's just a pile of scrap metal.
Earnest Vagrant
If you believe a word that senile idiot Balaway says, you're done for. The last time he acted on his own advice, he electrocuted himself.
Earnest Vagrant
You should be asking people with real smarts. No one is better at fixing machines than Marev.
Earnest Vagrant
I saw him connecting a microcrystalline conductor unit to a logic control hub to get a vibrating drill to work.
Suspicious Vagrant
Haha, Marev!? Him and his brother wouldn't know a real relic if it hit 'em in the face. Last I heard, he got scammed by someone selling counterfeit junk.
Earnest Vagrant
Ahh, you're just salty, my friend!
Sampo
Alas, this place is a bit of a mixed bag — plenty of... "characters." Keep your wits about you, friends. Don't let anyone deceive you.
March 7th
It's all good. We've had you for practice.
Sampo
Y'know missy, you sure know how to bear a grudge.
Devoted Vagrant
Did you hear? Those idiots got into a fight in the mine, haha! It only got settled after Boss Svarog showed up.
Devoted Vagrant
I've said it before — only Boss Svarog can protect us down here. Everyone should follow his lead.
Devoted Vagrant
Well, what do you think? Cat got your tongue?
Reticent Vagrant
...Do you ever talk about anything else? I'm so tired of hearing about Svarog.
Devoted Vagrant
B—But it's true. What else is there to say? Take a look at all these good-for-nothings... They'd starve to death without him.
Sampo
Alas, this place is a bit of a mixed bag — plenty of... "characters." Keep your wits about you, friends. Don't let anyone deceive you.
March 7th
It's all good. We've had you for practice.
Sampo
Y'know missy, you sure know how to bear a grudge.
Vagrant Newcomer
Did you see those extra boxes of medical supplies at the depot? Who brought those over?
Experienced Vagrant
Clara, I assume? I can't think of anyone else that'd do something that generous.
Vagrant Newcomer
Who's Clara? Is she one of us?
Experienced Vagrant
Not even close! She's Svarog's trusted family.
Vagrant Newcomer
Family... of a robot?
Experienced Vagrant
Well, you'll understand when you've been here a while longer.
Sampo
Alas, this place is a bit of a mixed bag — plenty of... "characters." Keep your wits about you, friends. Don't let anyone deceive you.
March 7th
It's all good. We've had you for practice.
Sampo
Y'know missy, you sure know how to bear a grudge.
Repairs-Duty Vagrant
Hold still. You're nearly fixed.
Grouchy Robot
My design has been superceded by newer models. My components are no longer valuable.
Repairs-Duty Vagrant
Hey! What are you talking about? I'm not interested in selling your components.
Sampo
Alas, this place is a bit of a mixed bag — plenty of... "characters." Keep your wits about you, friends. Don't let anyone deceive you.
March 7th
It's all good. We've had you for practice.
Sampo
Y'know missy, you sure know how to bear a grudge.
Open the gate to Svarog's base
Unfortunately, the old friend with the dark blue hair is still your guide this time...
To be honest, you would feel more at ease if Pitch-Dark Hook the Great was your guide...
But you don't have a choice now... Looks like you'll just have to go with it and follow Sampo to Svarog's base.
To be honest, you would feel more at ease if Pitch-Dark Hook the Great was your guide...
But you don't have a choice now... Looks like you'll just have to go with it and follow Sampo to Svarog's base.
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MoveMarch 7th
This is Svarog's lair? I thought it'd be cold and lifeless, turns out it's pretty busy!
Seele
Many vagrants are staying here temporarily. Their homes were overrun by monsters.
March 7th
Isn't it dangerous for them to make camp right under Svarog's metal nose?
Seele
No. Svarog may be ruthless, but he never attacks without reason. For those with no home, this is actually a safe place to be.
Seele
Hm... If I hadn't moved away when I did, I'd probably be where they are right now.
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Move➿
UnknownOptions
What about these clues of yours?
Help us pry the gate open.
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Unknown➿
Unknown➿
UnknownOptions
What's the test?
Spelling test or combat test?
Do they give you a gachapon for the test?
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UnknownBronya
It feels like the people here are all under the supervision of robots...
Bronya
This would be unthinkable on the surface. Robots are merely tools in the Overworld.
Seele
Don't take Svarog as an ordinary robot. He's, uh... special.
Certification Robot
Launching stage one processing. Please listen to the following question...
Certification Robot
Who is the reigning champion of the Internal Combustion Engine Rap Tournament?
Options
Dr. Dig
88 Degrees Bedrock
Relic Gang
Let's listen in on some conversations...
Certification Robot
Incorrect answer. Certification result: Failure.
Sampo
...Uh, y'know friends, if you don't know the answer, you don't have to pretend you do. No one's gonna laugh at you.
Certification Robot
Reassessing... Subject threat index: High. Initializing combat module. Threat elimination activated.
March 7th
Combat module? This thing's faulty, right...?
Seele
Wishful thinking, it's about to attack!
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CombatCertification Robot
Correct answer.
Certification Robot
Certification result: Success. Requisite certifications remaining: Two.
Certification Robot
Please extend your right hand.
March 7th
My right hand? Here you go. Why is this part of the— Hey, hey! Ow, ow, ow!
March 7th
...So this is the certification mark?
Sampo
Great, only two more steps to go. Let's move.
+ Robot Settlement Level 1 Certification x 1
Certification Robot
Incorrect answer. Certification result: Failure.
Sampo
...Uh, y'know friends, if you don't know the answer, you don't have to pretend you do. No one's gonna laugh at you.
Certification Robot
Reassessing... Subject threat index: High. Initializing combat module. Threat elimination activated.
March 7th
Combat module? This thing's faulty, right...?
Seele
Wishful thinking, it's about to attack!
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CombatMarch 7th
Phew...That was scary, it just suddenly attacked!
Dan Heng
This button says "system reset." Let's give it a try.
Certification Robot
...System reset... successful. Certification sequence... online.
Certification Robot
Please extend your right hand.
March 7th
My right hand? Here you go. Why is this part of the— Hey, hey! Ow, ow, ow!
March 7th
...So this is the certification mark?
Sampo
Great, only two more steps to go. Let's move.
+ Robot Settlement Level 1 Certification x 1
Collect Level 1 Certification
As promised, Sampo leads you to the gate of Svarog's base. He then leaves you with a cliffhanger: In order to open this gate, you'll have to collect certifications from the certification robot.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
But there's no choice now... Looks like you'll just have to go with it and follow Sampo to collect the certifications.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
But there's no choice now... Looks like you'll just have to go with it and follow Sampo to collect the certifications.
Activation Conditions:F101090202
Options
Fail
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MoveSeele
This has to be one of them, right?
March 7th
It looks so... lame.
Seele
Is it even awake in there? Maybe it's broken down.
Certification Robot
Beep... Boop...
Seele
Ah! That scared me.
Certification Robot
Protocol initiating... Scanning... Verifying.
Certification Robot
Certification failure... Subject has yet to obtain access permissions. Launching processing.
March 7th
Huh? Are we starting now!?
Certification Robot
Launching stage one processing. Please listen to the following question...
Certification Robot
Who is the reigning champion of the Internal Combustion Engine Rap Tournament?
March 7th
Infernal construction what now? How would we know anything about that!
Dan Heng
Sampo, do you know the answer?
Sampo
Sampo Koski always knows the... Wait, what did it say again?
March 7th
Ugh, aren't you supposed to be dependable?
Sampo
Well, I don't know everything. *sigh* Sometimes you've gotta ask around if you wanna know the answer. Don't panic... Let's listen in to what these vagrants are talking about, we might just hit the jackpot.
Certification Robot
Please answer the following question: Who is the reigning champion of the Internal Combustion Engine Rap Tournament?
Options
Dr. Dig
88 Degrees Bedrock
Relic Gang
Let's listen in on some conversations...
Certification Robot
Incorrect answer. Certification result: Failure.
Sampo
...Uh, y'know friends, if you don't know the answer, you don't have to pretend you do. No one's gonna laugh at you.
Certification Robot
Reassessing... Subject threat index: High. Initializing combat module. Threat elimination activated.
March 7th
Combat module? This thing's faulty, right...?
Seele
Wishful thinking, it's about to attack!
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CombatCertification Robot
Correct answer.
March 7th
Whoa! Was that a lucky guess? *gasp* Did you go to a music festival without us?
Certification Robot
Certification result: Success. Requisite certifications remaining: Two.
Certification Robot
Please extend your right hand.
March 7th
My right hand? Here you go. Why is this part of the— Hey, hey! Ow, ow, ow!
March 7th
...So this is the certification mark?
Sampo
Great, only two more steps to go. Let's move.
+ Robot Settlement Level 1 Certification x 1
Certification Robot
Incorrect answer. Certification result: Failure.
Sampo
...Uh, y'know friends, if you don't know the answer, you don't have to pretend you do. No one's gonna laugh at you.
Certification Robot
Reassessing... Subject threat index: High. Initializing combat module. Threat elimination activated.
March 7th
Combat module? This thing's faulty, right...?
Seele
Wishful thinking, it's about to attack!
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CombatCollect Level 2 Certification
As promised, Sampo leads you to the gate of Svarog's base. He then leaves you with a cliffhanger: In order to open this gate, you'll have to collect certifications from the certification robot.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level 1 Certification. Hurry and collect the next level of certifications.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level 1 Certification. Hurry and collect the next level of certifications.
Irritable Robot
Beep... Boop...
Irritable Robot
Protocol... initiating. Scanning... Ugh. I'm so sick of repeating this.
Seele
Ha? What did this bucket of bolts just say?
March 7th
Seems like this one's got a temper...
Irritable Robot
Ugh, let's get this over with. Did you get your first certification? If not then you're wasting your time.
March 7th
You mean this? Here, look.
- Robot Settlement Level 1 Certification x 1
Catch up with Clara
You and your companions defeated the Fragmentum organisms and secured Clara's safety. You wanted to take the opportunity to persuade Clara into bringing you to Svarog, but she has a firmer and clearer conviction than March 7th... Your persuasion ended in failure.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
She seems to have taken the elevator and headed below the Furnace Core. You can still make it in time if you leave now.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
She seems to have taken the elevator and headed below the Furnace Core. You can still make it in time if you leave now.
Irritable Robot
Yeah, yeah, whatever... Here comes your question, listen up.
Irritable Robot
Riddle me this: A microcrystalline unit should be connected to which component?
Options
Heat sink substrate.
Operating brake module.
Logic control hub.
Let's listen in on some conversations...
Irritable Robot
Wrong! Congratulations.
Irritable Robot
Simple question, terrible answer. It's back to school for you!
March 7th
...{NICKNAME}, can I smash this can opener already!?
Irritable Robot
Huh!? You wanna go? You caught me in a bad mood, let's do this!
Seele
If we turn you into scrap metal, we still get our certification, right? Suits me!
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CombatIrritable Robot
Wrong! Congratulations.
Irritable Robot
Simple question, terrible answer. It's back to school for you!
March 7th
...{NICKNAME}, can I smash this can opener already!?
Irritable Robot
Huh!? You wanna go? You caught me in a bad mood, let's do this!
Seele
If we turn you into scrap metal, we still get our certification, right? Suits me!
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CombatIrritable Robot
Huh? Lucky guess.
Irritable Robot
Ugh! Now I have to do this again. Put your hand out.
Options
(Put hand out)
March, put your hand out.
Irritable Robot
What are you doing? I meant her, give me your hand!
March 7th
Huh? Me again? It hurts, y'know!
March 7th
...Ah! Owwww...
Irritable Robot
There, one step left. Now get outta here and leave me in peace...
+ Robot Settlement Level 2 Certification x 1
Irritable Robot
You don't know the answer? That's lame. It's back to school for you!
Irritable Robot
...Wait, have mercy! I'm sorry! One certification, coming right up!
March 7th
Hehe, now we're talkin'!
Irritable Robot
Okay, please extend your right hand...
Options
(Put hand out)
March, put your hand out.
Irritable Robot
Not you, the girl over there!
March 7th
Huh? Me again? It hurts, y'know!
March 7th
...Ah! Owwww!
Irritable Robot
There you are, only one more to go. Now, please leave me in peace...
+ Robot Settlement Level 2 Certification x 1
Collect Level 3 Certification
As promised, Sampo leads you to the gate of Svarog's base. He then leaves you with a cliffhanger: In order to open this gate, you'll have to collect certifications from the certification robot.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level 2 Certification, just one more level until the gate opens. Keep it up!
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level 2 Certification, just one more level until the gate opens. Keep it up!
Malfunctioning Robot
Beep... Boop...
Dan Heng
Whatever the case, we'll need it to identify our certifications.
Seele
There's something wrong with this one...
- Robot Settlement Level 2 Certification x 1
As promised, Sampo leads you to the gate of Svarog's base. He then leaves you with a cliffhanger: In order to open this gate, you'll have to collect certifications from the certification robot.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level-2 Certification, just one more level until the gate opens. Keep it up!
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected the Level-2 Certification, just one more level until the gate opens. Keep it up!
Malfunctioning Robot
Protocol... Inish-nish-nish-nish-nish...
Malfunctioning Robot
Initialization failure. Attempting system restorashhhh...
Bronya
Not encouraging...
Malfunctioning Robot
System restoration failure. Core module damaged. External threat detected.
Malfunctioning Robot
Threat elimination activated. Initializing combat module.
Seele
Ha! Finally, no more racking our brains. This rust bucket's about to meet its maker!
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CombatSeele
Ha! Learned how to behave now?
Dan Heng
Let me try and reset its system...
Malfunctioning Robot
...Certification system online. Please extend your right hand.
March 7th
*sigh* ...Why is it always me...
March 7th
Aaaah!!! How come it hurt even more than the other two!? Hmph, at least that's the final step...
March 7th
We can get in now, right? Hehe, Svarog's certification system is no match for us!
Seele
This better work. Let's get back to the gate and give it a go.
+ Robot Settlement Level 3 Certification x 1
Open the gate to Svarog's base
As promised, Sampo leads you to the gate of Svarog's base. He then leaves you with a cliffhanger: In order to open this gate, you'll have to collect certifications from the certification robot.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected all three levels of certifications. It's time to open the gate and meet Svarog.
If he could just tell you everything at once, you wouldn't have to waste time running in circles — this is the reason why you dread working with Sampo... One of the reasons at least.
You've collected all three levels of certifications. It's time to open the gate and meet Svarog.
March 7th
Opennnn sesame~!
Sampo
See? Not so bad having Sampo on the team after all, right? Chief Oleg knew all along that I—
March 7th
Yeah, yeah, thank you very much.
Seele
I'll commend you to the chief. No need to waste your time.
Sampo
Alright, well let me issue a warning now: Everything from here on out is uncharted territory — we must proceed with the utmost caution...
March 7th
Now to set the record straight with Svarog. Let's get in there!
Sampo
...Ugh! Did anyone hear what I just said?
Open the second gate to Svarog's base
After tedious labor, you've finally completed the certifications the gate requires. But little did you know, there are even more gates after the one you just opened. This infuriated you. The thought of directly climbing over the gate crossed your mind...
However, a Nameless can't just jump without discretion, it'd be inelegant of you.
Looks like you'll have to see if the elevator over there is still working or ask what the robot by the door thinks of this.
However, a Nameless can't just jump without discretion, it'd be inelegant of you.
Looks like you'll have to see if the elevator over there is still working or ask what the robot by the door thinks of this.
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MoveSeele
A gate...
Seele
Ugh... Why is there another gate here!?
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Move➿
UnknownOptions
Who's a good boy? Here's our certification, we just wanna see your master.
Careful, this one might have a few tricks up its sleeve.
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Unknown➿
Unknown➿
UnknownOptions
She's Svarog's family.
She's Svarog's owner.
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Unknown➿
UnknownOptions
That town has danger lurking in every corner.
We should go and find Clara.
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Unknown➿
Unknown➿
UnknownGo to the storage room and find Clara
Only Clara, who has returned to Rivet Town to collect materials, has the authorization to open the second gate.
Being there not long ago, you are well aware of how vicious of a place Rivet Town is. You wouldn't allow such a little girl to be exploring Rivet Town alone, even if she has a robot guardian by her side...
It's time to prove that you're truly a member of Clara's family — head to Rivet Town!
Being there not long ago, you are well aware of how vicious of a place Rivet Town is. You wouldn't allow such a little girl to be exploring Rivet Town alone, even if she has a robot guardian by her side...
It's time to prove that you're truly a member of Clara's family — head to Rivet Town!
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Rivet Town📍 Jarilo-VI Rivet Town
March 7th
This is a big town. Where should we start?
Seele
Clara said she was going to find components, right? Let's start with Nat's storage room.
Investigate
Bronya
Isn't this the robot that was following Clara around?
Seele
...These can openers all look the same. How can you tell them apart?
Bronya
Shh, it's about to say something. Listen...
Perkins
Initializing self-repair module... Initialization failure...
Perkins
Clara... in danger...
Perkins
Must... protect...
Seele
In danger? What do you mean?
Perkins
Workshop... target... must be eliminated...
Bronya
Does it mean that a monster appeared over at the workshop? Clara, she...
Seele
Not good. She's in danger! Quick. Let's head over to the workshop and check it out. I know the way.
Go to the Tempering Workshop and find Clara
Only Clara, who has returned to Rivet Town to collect materials, has the authorization to open the second gate.
Being there not long ago, you are well aware of how vicious of a place Rivet Town is. Here, you already discovered Clara's robot guardian to be heavily damaged and learned that Clara is trapped in the Tempering Workshop all by herself...
Clara is in danger — hurry over to the workshop and protect Clara!
Being there not long ago, you are well aware of how vicious of a place Rivet Town is. Here, you already discovered Clara's robot guardian to be heavily damaged and learned that Clara is trapped in the Tempering Workshop all by herself...
Clara is in danger — hurry over to the workshop and protect Clara!
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MoveSeele
Just as we feared, there's something big over there! And there's Clara — we have to save her!
Bronya
Let's go. No need to fear. We have the numerical advantage.
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Combat➿
UnknownOptions
Speaking of Svarog...
We were just about to pay him a visit.
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Unknown➿
UnknownOptions
See it as returning the favor, Clara.
We have to see him, whatever the cost.
Why don't we think of another way?
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UnknownMarch 7th
That's no ordinary kid. So young and yet so... stubborn? No, intelligent?
Dan Heng
She's incisive, and determined... in sharp contrast to you, March.
March 7th
...Did you really have to add that last part!?
Dan Heng
It looks like we'll have to get past Clara if we want to speak to Svarog.
Options
If we can't even persuade Clara...
Is there any other way?
March 7th
...Then good luck persuading that mass of metal.
Dan Heng
If we circumvent Clara and the gate, Svarog will only identify us as intruders. He'll be even more likely to give us the cold shoulder.
March 7th
Isn't a robot shoulder cold to begin with?
Dan Heng
Clara mentioned Svarog's "calculation results" many times...
Dan Heng
The strength of the Underworlders won't be enough to prevent the disaster... Those were her exact words. For me, that's our starting point.
March 7th
So... you think Svarog's logic has a hole in it?
Dan Heng
No, his calculation is correct. At its current strength, it is highly unlikely that Wildfire would be able to resolve the problems stemming from the Stellaron. However, that calculation didn't take the present situation into account. There's a new variable yet to be added to the equation...
Options
We're the new variable.
We need him to recognize our value.
Dan Heng
...Precisely. If we can make Svarog believe in us, we can almost certainly overturn the result of his calculation, and we'll be one step closer to peace talks.
March 7th
But, how we can get him to do that... Showing him some of our photos wouldn't cut it, right?
Dan Heng
There's always a way. But first, we have to convince Clara.
Dan Heng
I assume she must be on her way back to the robot settlement. Let's catch up with her.
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Robot SettlementCatch up with Clara
📍 Jarilo-VI Robot Settlement
You and your companions defeated the Fragmentum organisms and secured Clara's safety. You wanted to take the opportunity to persuade Clara into bringing you to Svarog, but she has a firmer and clearer conviction than March 7th... Your persuasion ended in failure.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
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MoveMarch 7th
She turned that way, quick!
You and your companions defeated the Fragmentum organisms and secured Clara's safety. You wanted to take the opportunity to persuade Clara into bringing you to Svarog, but she has a firmer and clearer conviction than March 7th... Your persuasion ended in failure.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
You catch a glimpse of her while in the elevator — it's time for a rabbit hunt. Go after her!
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
You catch a glimpse of her while in the elevator — it's time for a rabbit hunt. Go after her!
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MoveMarch 7th
Huh? Where'd she go? We just saw her go this way.
March 7th
*sigh* We'll just have to head straight and keep looking.
Find Clara in the area
You and your companions defeated the Fragmentum organisms and secured Clara's safety. You wanted to take the opportunity to persuade Clara into bringing you to Svarog, but she has a firmer and clearer conviction than March 7th... Your persuasion ended in failure.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
Clara should be close by. Search carefully for her.
However, all is not lost. You've noticed a breakthrough that could make her and Svarog talk — all you have to do now is to find Clara and revisit the conversation.
Clara should be close by. Search carefully for her.
Clara
Hmm... why won't it...
Clara
Argh... I can't figure it out...
Clara
...Oh, it's you. You came with me after all.
Options
We couldn't give up that easily.
You're the underground's only hope.
Clara
You keep saying that, but...
Dan Heng
Are you repairing this installation, Clara? Hit a snag?
Clara
Huh? How did you know?
Dan Heng
The dimensions and wear of these two roller components look very different from the rest of the unit. You must have only just replaced them.
Dan Heng
You replaced the damaged components, but the unit isn't starting up as normal. That's what you're trying to figure out, right?
Clara
...Yeah. I've fixed a lot of things before, but I never had to repair one as complicated as this.
March 7th
Why isn't Svarog helping you?
Clara
I don't want to disturb him. This installation was... accidentally damaged by two of the vagrants. If Mr. Svarog finds out, they'll get in big trouble...
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Was it really an accident...?
You give a lot of thought to others.
Seele
...Y'know Clara, if you're too kind, people can take advantage of you.
Dan Heng
...
Dan Heng
I think I found the source of the problem. You replaced the rollers, but the bearing is causing a jam — there's a misalignment.
Dan Heng
{NICKNAME}, March, give me a hand. We should be able to fix it between us.
March 7th
More fixing? I'm getting good at this!
Help Clara fix the energy supply device
You find Clara sitting in front of a damaged energy supply device troubled with its repairs.
As a member of Clara's family, this is the time to give her a helping hand and use it as leverage... No, to use it as a chance for an opportunity to convince Clara.
Coincidentally, you find the energy supply device to have a similar structure to the various machines you've fixed before — it's time to display your true abilities!
As a member of Clara's family, this is the time to give her a helping hand and use it as leverage... No, to use it as a chance for an opportunity to convince Clara.
Coincidentally, you find the energy supply device to have a similar structure to the various machines you've fixed before — it's time to display your true abilities!
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We're not trying to win you over.
On the issue of Svarog...
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Remind her of the "present situation."
Point out the "variable."
Make something up.
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Not even from this planet!
Completely separate variables!
Three people more than when we started!
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They're not made-up.
In other worlds, people have already conquered the heavens.
But you ARE a child...
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You've already seen our ability.
We will bring change to this world.
Come onnnn, what have we got to lose?
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They're not made-up.
In other worlds, people have already conquered the heavens.
But you ARE a child...
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They're not made-up.
In other worlds, people have already conquered the heavens.
But you ARE a child...
Seele
Bronya! I didn't know you'd stick up for us like that back there — well said!
Bronya
It was nothing. I just... said what I truly felt.
Enter Svarog's base with Clara's help
"The members of the crew are the new variants. Our existence will topple Svarog's calculations." And with that, you've completely convinced Clara and earned her trust, as well as awakened her courage and conviction to protect the world.
And so Clara makes the promise to bring you to Svarog.
Follow Clara back to the Robot Settlement and open the gate that leads to Svarog's base.
And so Clara makes the promise to bring you to Svarog.
Follow Clara back to the Robot Settlement and open the gate that leads to Svarog's base.
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MoveClara
...I'm back, Timmy.
Wandering Robot
Welcome back, Miss Clara.
Clara
Timmy, open the gate please. I want to see Mr. Svarog.
Wandering Robot
Outsiders detected. Do you wish to permit access?
Clara
It's okay. They're all my guests.
Wandering Robot
Command received. Access restriction terminal unlocked.
Wandering Robot
Welcome back, Miss Clara and guests.
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MoveClara
Uhh... If you can, please try not to upset Mr. Svarog...
March 7th
It's okay, Clara! We're here to reason with him.
Seele
I'll leave negotiations to you guys. They're not my strong point.
Bronya
Negotiating with robots... I can't say I've tried it before.
Dan Heng
{NICKNAME}, are you ready?
Options
Let's go and see Svarog.
Hold on a moment...
Face Svarog
The locked gates are now all opened. This is a path that must be traveled in order to change the destiny of the world.
Svarog is here guarding the truth of this world...
Go and face him.
Svarog is here guarding the truth of this world...
Go and face him.
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We're not interested in stoking conflict.
We're here about the future of the underground.
To be, or not to be, that is the question!
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We're here about the Stellaron.
Do you know what a Stellaron is?
W—We're a variable!
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We must find the Stellaron, and then...
We want to bring this world's disasters to a close.
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Wait, we're not like those others!
Your powers of calculation suck.
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We must find the Stellaron, and then...
We want to bring this world's disasters to a close.
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We're here about the Stellaron.
Do you know what a Stellaron is?
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We must find the Stellaron, and then...
We want to bring this world's disasters to a close.
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The cost was too great.
Thanks to Clara...
Our strength has been recognized.
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The truth can be heartbreaking.
It's up to you to make your own judgment about who's lying now.
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Learn about the truth
Svarog recognizes your value as a variant. You've been incorporated into the ice-cold logic of the humanoid weapon, changing the outcome of his calculations entirely.
Now, it has decided to pass on the truth of the planet to you.
It is completely up to you to decide how this precious information is used.
Now, it has decided to pass on the truth of the planet to you.
It is completely up to you to decide how this precious information is used.
Svarog
Svarog
I have finished collating the Stellaron data and records. Do you wish to proceed, outsiders?
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Let's have it.
Svarog
Requesting database materials cache. Serial number, 13175. Encryption level: Highest.
Svarog
Request approved. Transmission...
Voice of Researcher
...This is the fruit of many years of research, Madam Guardian. The evidence is irrefutable: This so-called "Stellaron" is the source of all the destruction.
Old Guardian
The people will struggle to accept this conclusion, doctor. If we were to tell them that the almighty Alisa Rand activated this thing and triggered the Eternal Freeze...
Voice of Researcher
It's the truth, madam... The truth won't change with the opinions of the people. The reports before you are the precious result of painstaking effort on the part of Belobog's greatest scholars. You must trust the weight of its conclusion...
Old Guardian
...I have never doubted you, doctor. On the contrary, I am resolute in the face of this conclusion.
Old Guardian
From the moment I took up this mantle, that voice... their voice — has made its home in my mind. I cannot shake them.
Old Guardian
...I shouldn't be telling you this — let's return to your research, doctor. I'm afraid I cannot make these reports known to the public. Unless...
Voice of Researcher
Unless? Unless what? Please proceed, madam...
Voice of Guardian
...Unless you have found a way to completely destroy the Stellaron.
Voice of Researcher
I understand. In the name of Preservation... I will fulfill this mission.
Svarog
Cache number 13175, transmission complete. Next transmission: Cache number 24830.
Young Researcher
...I don't understand, doctor. Why do we have to hide such valuable research results away? They're the work of a lifetime...
Old Researcher
*coughing* Y—You're still young, child. There will come a day... a day when you do understand.
Old Researcher
The Supreme Guardian... sh—she sees further than you or I. All her decisions are for the security of Belobog...
Young Researcher
I just think... it's a shame. Our research has hit an obstacle. Meanwhile, your results will be buried in the snow...
Old Researcher
*coughing* Don't be upset, child. You still have lots of time ahead of you. When you find a way to destroy — *coughing* — destroy the Stellaron... our efforts will have been worth it.
Svarog
Cache number 24830, transmission complete. Next transmission: Cache number 57614.
Young Guardian
...This is... Why is there a robot here?
Guardian's Bodyguard
During his life, this was Dr. Mearsheimer's personal robot bodyguard. I heard it's a prototype from the great war.
Guardian's Bodyguard
Since the doctor and his assistants passed away, it's remained here. It hasn't moved an inch.
Young Guardian
Oh... I see. Let's start. We must unearth the doctor's research conclusions — all of them.
Guardian's Bodyguard
Madam Guardian, I've found them... All the documents are here.
Young Guardian
Mm... good. That'll do.
Guardian's Bodyguard
Madam Guardian, what should we do with the robot?
Young Guardian
Ah... It would seem a great waste to destroy it. Find someone to reset its system and then arrange for it to be sent to the Underworld. I hear that the development group is in need of a robot with defense capabilities.
Guardian's Bodyguard
Yes, madam.
Young Guardian
I'm sorry, doctor... but these results must be taken care of by the Architects.
Young Guardian
One day, somebody will be able to carry out your behest.
Svarog
Cache number 57614, transmission complete. Concluding data transmission.
March 7th
...So the truth is clear now, right?
Bronya
...
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They were looking for a way to destroy the Stellaron...
I didn't quite understand. Can someone go over it again?
Dan Heng
And it would appear that they never succeeded.
Dan Heng
Putting minor details aside, this is the conclusion... Eminent individuals, not to mention the guardian herself, knew early on that the Stellaron was the source of disaster on this world.
Dan Heng
But in order to maintain the peace, they decided to hide the truth. Secret research detailing a method for destroying a Stellaron ended in failure.
Dan Heng
Now only one question remains... Why would Cocolia exhibit such a sudden change in her attitude towards us?
Bronya
...
March 7th
Bronya? Are you okay?
Bronya
...I'm fine. I just... feel a little faint.
Options
This must be a lot to take in for you.
You can believe us now.
Bronya
Why...? Why, mother...? M—Maybe she wasn't aware, maybe she...
Seele
...I'm sorry. It's no use lying to yourself, Bronya. It's time for you to make a decision.
Bronya
...
Natasha
...{NICKNAME}, can I have a word with you? I know that we'll need time to process this new information, but we have to decide on our next plan as soon as possible.
Talk to Natasha
You learn the truths of the world from Svarog.
The Guardians tasked with Preservation chose to purposely hide information regarding the Stellaron from the people of Belobog. The brutal truth is a shock to all.
But whatever the case, the motives of the crew have been cleared — it's time to ask Natasha about Wildfire's next moves...
The Guardians tasked with Preservation chose to purposely hide information regarding the Stellaron from the people of Belobog. The brutal truth is a shock to all.
But whatever the case, the motives of the crew have been cleared — it's time to ask Natasha about Wildfire's next moves...
Natasha
Natasha
The Furnace Core... The path to the surface is close at hand now.
Natasha
Thank you, {NICKNAME}. What you've done has brought new hope to the Underworld. Now we have to wait and see... But maybe this will lead to a new lease on life.
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Your support came at the right moment. Thank you.
When did doctors start carrying weapons around?
Natasha
Well, you should really be thanking Sampo. If it weren't for his intel, we wouldn't have made it in time.
Natasha
...I, um... I haven't been truthful with you...
Natasha
As Wildfire's leader, I couldn't simply look on while you fought on our behalf. We had to come help.
March 7th
Huh...? Huh!? So, you're the real chief? Wh—What about Oleg?
Natasha
Oleg has always acted on my behalf — he helps me deal with all manner of problems in the Underworld.
Natasha
Thanks to him, I'm able to make time for the people. I do my best to make sure that they have everything they need... At the same time, I was formulating a plan to deal with Svarog.
Natasha
Your arrival unraveled that carefully crafted yet rudimentary plan, hehe... and for that, you have my utmost thanks.
Options
You're welcome, all in a day's work for a hero.
We did it for us, it wasn't as selfless as you made out.
Any chance of a more... tangible show of thanks?
Natasha
When the Underworld recovers its freedom, the people will indeed extol you as heroes.
Natasha
A person is defined by their actions alone... I think that's how the saying goes? If the Underworld recovers its freedom, the people will see you as heroes.
Natasha
You have Wildfire's full support.
Natasha
However, even though Svarog is no longer sealing off the Furnace Core, there's no way that we undergrounders could go pouring onto the surface.
Natasha
That cold-blooded supreme guardian has used lies and tricks to keep the surface separated from the underground. If she detects any change in the Underworld, I don't know what she might resort to...
Natasha
As for Wildfire, we need more time to build up our strength.
Options
With things as they are, you want to take a back seat?
It will be difficult for us to defeat the guardian alone.
Natasha
No, but we need to wait for the opportune moment. In the meantime, I'm sending someone I trust to go with you.
Natasha
Of course, there's no doubt about that. So, I'll be sending someone I trust to go with you.
March 7th
Seele...
Natasha
Didn't she tell you? In private, she insisted on accompanying you.
Natasha
Don't let her carefree nature fool you — she's actually very discerning, and can read a situation like no one else.
Natasha
Seele is a talented scout and a quick thinker — she takes decisive action. She'll definitely be able to help you. Not to mention... you also have Bronya now.
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Will she stand with us...?
She got a big shock.
Natasha
It seems like the intel we got from Svarog caused her a significant shock... but with Seele by her side, I know she'll recover.
Natasha
You're right, but with Seele by her side, I know she'll recover.
Natasha
{NICKNAME}, when's the last time you got some rest? I heard that you've been on your feet looking for Svarog since Rivet Town.
Natasha
Health is everything — you won't be much use if you neglect yours. Let Wildfire take care of the Furnace Core for now. You head back and recuperate.
Natasha
If you're lucky... perhaps tomorrow you can return to the Overworld.
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