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💌┊ Alfons Sylvatica —3rd birthday—

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🪞 INFO. this is alfons’ 3rd birthday letter — with a fully voiced recording! the letter itself was distributed after the event ended, and the fully voiced letter was a ranking reward for the top 200 rankers.

🎂 𝓥. IDEO .

🍰 𝓛. ETTER .

🧁 𝓣. RANSCRIPT .

To you, who’s like a miracle

The fact you celebrated my birthday this year feels much like a miracle. Thank you for that. I've found that I want to value this time together, more than last year and the year before. Even if you were to forget me, if you end up with a faint memory that something important happened this very day...that alone makes my life feel rewarding. That said, I still do not have a sliver of intention of disappearing. I take it you will accompany me today as my lover, until morning breaks?

— Alfons Sylvatica

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Epilogue ┊ Alfons Sylvatica —3rd birthday—

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—— Alfons’ POV ——

[HOTEL ROOM]

Kate: Ah, ah, ahh...

Alfons: ...haa...

Kate eagerly bounced atop my body.

Just looking up at her was enough to nearly take me on a high, the heat inside her swelling.

(...It seems I’m so unaccustomed to being celebrated like this, I’m not functioning properly today.)

Kate: Al...fons...

Alfons: ...Mm.

Kate: D-does— ah— it feel...good...?

Alfons: ——hah...

I let out a sigh with the growing excitement, holding her waist with both my hands.

Alfons: Is it not apparent enough, even with me like this...

Kate: Ahh, ah— Alfons...!

When I thrust up from below, I hit Kate’s sweet spot over and over again.

Kate’s body shook, and as though unable to take any more, she clung to my neck.

She sucked on my neck enough to leave a mark, impatience in her pants.

Kate: Ah, no, I’m gonna come— wait—

Alfons: ...!

I thrust my swollen heat until I reached my limit, going to her deepest part,

and Kate’s body shook, her insides tightening around me.

Kate: Ah, ah... ahh——

As her voice became faint, Kate let herself drown in the wave of pleasure,

and letting out a hot breath, she collapsed on my chest.

(Ahh, jeez...it’s not nearly enough...at all.)

Her body continued to twitch like she was consuming my heat whole, and I felt the urge to push her down and thrust in then and there.

As I tried to cool my head, I combed through her hair, dampened with her sweat.

Alfons: ...How about a small break?

But Kate, destroying what little rationale I had left in me,

shook her head, her face red as she panted.

Kate: But...what about you, Alfons...

Her gaze dropped to her stomach, as if she was looking at the heat that was still pounding inside her,

and she once again started to move her waist eagerly.

Alfons: ...!

Kate: uh— mm...

Even with all the lewdness, Kate still looked beautiful everywhere.

She was only shaking from the sweet stimulation — not making any moves to push me down completely. [1]

Even so, affection bubbled up in my chest, pushing pleasure to the surface once more...

(...To think I’d feel so good just from feeling loved like this...)

(I would have never known such a thing, had I never met you.)

Surrendering myself to the sweet, slow lovemaking, I pulled her into an embrace — this time without resisting — and let out a hot breath.

Kate: Ah... hah... mm...

Alfons: —— hah...

Kate broke into a happy smile, as though she were melting into it.

I looked at that very smile, with no way to stop at just once.

Kate: Ahh...!

Still connected, this time I pushed her body onto the bed.

Kate: Ah— Alfons...

Alfons: ...I take it you remember my wish from this afternoon?

Tonight, I’ll embrace you silly.

Perhaps remembering those words, the fire in Kate’s eyes relit with desire.

Alfons: Would you grant it for me...?

Kate: ...With pleasure.

She spread her arms endearingly as an invitation, and she held me.

[BLACK]

I was intoxicated with this happy reality of being loved — all to my heart’s content.

[WHITE]

——The bright morning light was what awoke me.

[HOTEL ROOM - DAY]

The first thing I saw was Kate’s sleeping face, lit so dazzlingly by the morning light.

After that, I pinned her down as we made love over and over,

and after reaching the climax countless times, she laughed happily and fell asleep.

Recalling the time I washed her afterwards

and the way she drifted off to slumber, I felt myself smile.

(Let’s sleep in to our heart’s content today, Kate.)

Murmuring this in my heart, I stared intently at Kate’s sleeping face.

To think such a beautiful person could love me so much felt like a miracle in and of itself.

(...My dear, you really do intend to fight against my fate, do you.)

To remain in not a single memory — even that of the person I loved.

Perhaps, even these memories of loving each other would someday become blank.

But, she still wished for us to love each other, even knowing that fate.

And my birthday was far from an exception. She always conveyed that, be it through her words or actions.

She used all methods at her disposal, trying to carve the memory of me in her.

(If it’s you, who seems to always end up full of wounds, no matter the struggle...)

(It’s no use for me to be the only one fearing I might someday hurt you.)

While we were together, I wanted you to smile in a reality of utmost happiness.

I was supposed to celebrate my birthday with such feelings...

(...but it would seem that I’m the one spoiled by such a reality, with nothing but smiles.)

—— Flashback ——

[TRAIN CABIN]

Like in the train, stuffing our cheeks with the handmade sandwiches——

Kate: Last year was quite rough. Do you remember it?

K: How the restaurant I placed a reservation for suddenly closed, and the flavor of the food at that back-up one...

Looking at Kate as she reminisced,

to be able to laugh with her about birthday memories made me so happy, I almost doubted myself.

[TOWN SQUARE]

Then there was also that crazy festival.

Kate: I will never ever forget today!

Her smile seemed as dazzling as the sun as she made her declaration...

...and it was so her, I ended up laughing.

—— End flashback ——

[HOTEL ROOM - DAY]

(And then——the portrait she gave as a present.)

When I thought back to the way she moved the brush as she stared intently at my form,

it was like even that one portrait was an invaluable treasure.

(“If that time comes then I’ll hold this drawing, think of you, and cry a river.”)

(To face such a tragedy with a smile and confident declaration...)

Alfons: I truly am happy to be loved by you.

I poked her cheek, and Kate groggily opened her eyes.

Kate: Fuah... Alfons...?

K: Did you... say something...?

The way Kate narrowed her eyes was like a cat who woke up on the wrong side, and I couldn’t help but laugh at how adorable it was.

Alfons: Just that the celebration was a flying success.

A: It’s truly become a day I can “look back and think, ‘That was fun’ and ‘those were happy times’.”

Kate: Hehe...I’m glad...

Kate broke into a smile before falling back asleep.

The next time you wake up, as you panic from oversleeping, I will tell you.

[WHITE]

“To think this reality together with you could shine so brightly.”

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[1] I think Kate’s the subject here, but I may be wrong...I’m not entirely sure. Moral of the story: translating smut is hard.

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Hii!! Hope you are doing well! I have a query and don't know whom to ask, so sorry for bothering you :

I want to maximize my card to +99 in ikevil soiree events but I don't have a good deck - I have one +99 (2195 bp), and 3 four star cards. So with my deck is it possible to achieve +99 card?? How many extra diamonds will I need (approx)? Which event set will be worth buying?

hii anon! ty for the question, and dw youre not bothering me at all! i’ll try to delve a little below 🙂‍↕️👌

how to get +99 in soirée events (long post with some tldr) ↓

which set is worth buying?

by far, any set that does not have milk teas in it r worth buying. some sets do include exclusive items that have milk teas anyway, though, so it really depends on what you want. like, if you want the bday chibi, you would need to get the 10k diamond set with like 60 scones, 30–35 milk teas, and the letter as well.

otherwise, generally go for the lucky time sets (the ones you can buy up to 3 for each) or just buy scones directly from the shop for 150 diamonds each. milk teas generally inflate the price of sets, but do not really help you in events unless your deck is like.. abysmally bad. but from what you’re describing, your deck is not at that level.

tldr: if you see 🫖 picture on any set or any set with teas, thats your sign to stay away cz those r like equivalent to scams jfjshgs even lipsticks for story events r better thn milk teas for soirées.

calculations

this is just an estimate — don’t take my word as the be all end all, but i will try my best. frankly, just as a general warning, if you’re completely f2p it would be difficult to fully +99 a soirée card. in general, +99 cards r meant to be “locked” behind a paywall, even if it doesn’t seem obvious at first glance. anyone can get +99 soirée card, and generally it is cheaper than getting +99 on a collection event card, but it just depends how many diamonds you’re willing to spend.

✨assumptions

for a full deck of +99 cards, you would get ~3k sp during 3x lucky time. hence i’m estimating that x1 +99 ★4 and x3 ★4 cards would get you an average of ~2.5k to ~2.7k per 5 escorts, so just as a ballpoint average point, i’m gonna guess 2.6k sp for the sake of getting more concrete numbers. but i will try to include some margin as well.

under the case clocks have been used, i am assuming 10 escorts are done in the time the clock is active — i.e. 5 escorts + 5 ads.

im ballparking the +99 threshold points to 181k.

each event lasts 7 days total, with 2 x3 lucky times on days 1–2, and 6–7.

you are willing to do 25 soirée escorts every day for 7 days (4 full ones at e.g. 8am, 1pm, 6pm, and 11pm, plus 5 ads after one of these times).

✨mathing it out ..

assuming you get 2,6k points during 3x lucky time, that would make 2x lucky time 1,732 points during 2x, and ~833 without any lucky time.

lets first calc the pts you’ll get through the global lucky times (the ones at days 1–2 and 6–7). as each generally last a full day’s time, i’m going to assume you get a total of 25 soirée escorts in during that time.

(25 / 5) x 2,600 = 13,000 x 2 = 26,000

for the remaining 5 days worth, without any clocks, you would get

833 x 5 = 4,165 x 5 = 20,825

and this would total to be

26,000 + 20,825 = 46,825 (± ~3,000)

and for lucky time sets, we can calculate additional points earned. for the large set,

2,600 x 20 = 52,000 (± ~2,000)

plus 7,699 (± ~200) for one day out of the 5 non-lucky-time days, for every set bought. for small lucky time set,

1,732 x 10 = 17,320 (± ~700)

plus 5,963 (± ~200) for one day, out of the 5 non-lucky-time days, for every set bought.

based on the assumptions and calculations above, i would estimate you need ~49 scones, assuming you get x2 of the large lucky time sets, 2 scones from shop, and an equivalent to 7 scones total from logging in daily. that would total to ~5,700 diamonds (2,7k x 2 + 150 x 2) on your end. basically

26,000 + (52,000 + 52,000) + (7,699 x 2 + 4,165 x 3) = 157,893 (± ~4,000)

🔼 that’s with the x2 large lucky time sets, using the numbers and assumptions above. then i subtracted that from 181k to determine the remaining number of scones needed.

181,000 - 157,893 = 23,107 / 2,600 = ~9 (± 2) scones

these 9 scones would have to be used during 3x, either the ones triggered for everyone or self-triggered ones by using clocks. but you should be able to get an equivalent of 1 full scone per day by visiting the event page twice a day, totaling 7 scones. so you would just need to purchase 2 scones.

tldr: i estimate you will probably need an additional ~42 scones on average, assuming you grind enough and get x2 large lucky time sets. this would total to ~5,7k diamonds, give or take. (side note: if you do want the chibi, the one in the 10k diamond set, that set alone should also be enough with the same grinding assumptions — so it would be like ~4,3k diamonds more for the chibi, letter, and possibly fully voiced letter.)

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with that, let me close with something about milk teas. when it comes to raw points…they r kinda shabby, yeah. however! they r helpful if you have >181k points, but no more scones to escort more. it basically quickens the time you can actually get +99 on the soirée card. normally, when you highly exceed the threshold after the final level, each escort — no matter how many — gives up to 10 dupes. without escorting, you would just have to wait it out or keep visiting event page, etc etc.

basically, if you have like 200k points or smth, but your soirée card is not at +99 yet (and you want it at +99 pronto), you can use a little bit of milk teas in your inventory at a time, as each time any amount of milk teas are used, you can trigger card retrieval for up to 10 dupes.

but this case mostly applies to those who get a large amount of points early into the event, e.g. getting the 10k diamond set +all the lucky time sets, and expending all the scones during the first lucky time.

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02 ┊ 2nd anniversary —Victor ℰ Darius—

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🦋 INFO. this is the 2nd anniversary story event, where kate loses her memories. each route has 2 suitors, each with their own chapter, ending, and epilogue — in this case, it’s victor and darius. but please be aware i will only be translating darius’ ending unless i am commissioned to do victor’s as well. ty for your understanding!

[PALACE - HALLWAY]

I felt as though I had something important to do...

Kate: Ah, Mister Darius.

...and the moment I laid my eyes on his back, that feeling only grew stronger.

Darius: ...Mister Darius? (O_O)

The very person whose name I called turned around, puzzled.

Kate: Um...

(Could it be I addressed him wrong?)

Uncertainty hit me the next moment as he stood unmoving, his eyes narrowing.

Darius: I did catch wind of your temporary amnesia...

Kate: Yes, that’s true...

Darius: Hmm.

He stared at me as if to ascertain something, and I couldn’t help but avert my gaze in light of the slight fear it elicited.

(Call it my presumption, but I was under the impression that he was a more mellow person.)

When we first met, he wore a gentle and sweet smile, so he seemed kind.

But now, he was looking down at me with a cold expression.

(Did something happen in the time I had forgotten?)

I was lost on how to respond to his current air, which seemed so different from my initial impression.

I took a step back without realizing.

But then, his expression shifted, if only barely.

Darius: So...you really don’t remember anything at all?

Kate: Wha...

I stopped in my tracks when I saw his expression, laced with a bit of sadness.

Kate: ...Yes, I’m really sorry.

The guilt of having forgotten bubbled up in a breath.

I gave a small nod and lowered my head, to which I heard a deep sigh.

And then, the next moment I heard an indifferent voice.

Darius: So I see, then we’re done here.

Kate: Huh?

When I raised my head with a start, I saw Darius with his back to me, walking away.

Kate: Huh— wait—

Darius: You said you forgot, right? In that case, forget about it.

Kate: But I was told it was only a temporary condition...

As I chased after him in a panic, his feet only moved faster, threatening to leave me behind.

(Did we make some promise that I forgot about or something?)

As I tried to gradually close the growing distance between us, he continued to calmly walk without so much a glance my way.

Kate: Mister Darius, did I make some promise with you or something...

Darius: If you don’t remember anything...

Darius stopped walking, and a small yellow flower slipped from his coat.

In that instant, time seemed to stop in light of his cold profile.

Darius: ...then I have no need for you, Kate.

Kate: Wha...?

I couldn’t even chase after his retreating form anymore, as I stood still in shock.

For a reason I couldn’t fathom, my heart ached, and no matter how hard I tried to remember the lost memories, none of them came back.

For a while, I stood where I was, when someone lightly tapped me on the shoulder.

Kate: Mister Dari—

Alas, the one who stood there was Mary, a maid.

Maid Mary: Are you alright?

Mary wore a worried look, and when I told her I just spoke to Darius,

she noticed the flower that had fallen to the floor, picking it up while seeming to remember something.

Maid Mary: Lady Kate, before you lost your memories, you had made some sort of promise with Lord Darius.

Maid Mary: You two would often interact, so you seemed quite close with him.

Maid Mary: That day, too, you seemed eager to meet with Lord Darius...

Hearing her words, a certain possibility arose.

(Wait, could my lover be...)

Kate: ...Mister Darius?

[BLACK → KATE’S ROOM]

I returned to my room with Mary, taking notice of something on the desk I hadn’t noticed when I woke up.

Maid Mary: A laurel wreath...

The small yellow flowers that bloomed from the laurels was the same one that had fallen from his coat——

Kate: Perhaps, I was going to give this to him.

(Though I don’t know why...)

I still felt a sense of certainty as I stared at the crown, and Mary held my hand in turn.

Maid Mary: If that’s what you think, I believe it is indeed so.

Maid Mary: Why not try asking him? You may be able to remember something then.

Encouraged by her words, I held the laurel wreath tight.

Kate: Thank you, I’ll do that.

[CROWN CASTLE - CORRIDOR]

(I don’t remember anything. Even now, I don’t know the reason.)

(But still...I wonder why?)

[BLACK]

I wanted to meet him, hopelessly so.

[PALACE PARLOR - EVENING]

By the time I reached the parlor, the sun was already setting.

Darius was there sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, and sparing me a glance, he let out an exasperated sigh.

Darius: What brings you here? Because I have nothing more to say to you.

His words pierced needles in my heart.

(But, maybe Mister Darius felt this way as well.)

Kate: I don’t remember anything.

I was the reason why he had a somewhat sad look at that time.

(I’m sure he was hurt because I had forgotten.)

Kate: But, I needed to give this to you.

K: I don’t know the reason why, but this is something I can confidently say, if nothing else.

When I gave him the laurel wreath, Darius’ eyes widened.

I approached him, and I let out a small breath, the crown in my hand.

(No matter if he’s my lover or not...)

(I can’t bear forgetting about him and letting it stay that way.)

Looking into those honey-colored eyes, I opened my mouth.

Kate: Please tell me — what is our relationship?

A single flower fell to the floor.

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01 ┊ 2nd anniversary —Victor ℰ Darius—

꒰ ִ ֺ ⊹ @ notice ⊹ ֺ ִ ꒱ this translation may not be 100% accurate or contain creative liberties due to characterization or narrative flow purposes. if you enjoy, please consider reblogging, but don’t repost these or claim these as your own!

🦋 INFO. this is the 2nd anniversary story event, where kate loses her memories. each route has 2 suitors, each with their own chapter, ending, and epilogue — in this case, it’s victor and darius. but please be aware i will only be translating darius’ ending unless i am commissioned to do victor’s as well. ty for your understanding!

[CROWN CASTLE - CORRIDOR]

Maid Chloe: By the way, are you not going to do assistance work today?

My feet stopped at those words.

(Oh, right, I was going to start helping Victor out with his work!)

I was probably distracted by having lost my memory that I only just remembered I was going to help him when I was told so.

(It completely slipped my mind...)

(But, even if I were to go, wouldn’t I just be in the way?)

Although I was worried about whether I would be able to help the way I had been before,

Chloe gave me a smile and a pat on the back, as though to say everything would be okay——

Kate: ...Sorry, if you’ll excuse me!

[BLACK]

The push on my back gave me a bit of confidence as I ran to the palace.

[VICTOR’S OFFICE]

Victor: Hello hello, come right in.

After I knocked, I entered the room, albeit hesitantly.

Kate: I’m so sorry, it completely slipped my mind...

Victor looked up from the document with a gentle smile.

Victor: Good morning, Kate. Thanks for coming over.

V: By the way, how are you faring? Do you have headaches, fatigue or something similar?

Kate: No, I’m doing very well!

Victor sorted the documents before looking my way with a slightly worried look.

Victor: I see, but don’t push yourself, okay? You don’t have to force yourself while your memory hasn’t returned...

I shook my head, approaching him.

Kate: I was the one who said I wanted to help, and I intend to keep my word. And besides...

Victor: Hm?

Kate: ...I feel better while doing something anyway, so.

Lowering my gaze, my thoughts drifted to my memory loss.

(I was told the amnesia was temporary, but still not knowing when they may return had always made me anxious...)

And there’s also my supposed lover, with whom I got together in the time I lost.

(Of course I do want to know who this lover is, but I do feel bad having forgotten them.)

Perhaps having noticed the uncertainty and guilt that bothered me,

Victor gave me a kind look, handing a document my way.

Victor: Well then, I’ll be relying on you today as always, my assistant.

I sat on the reception chair, glancing at the documents, but——

(I don’t recognize any of these reports.)

They were reports on Crown’s activity the past few days, and all were written by me.

But I had no recollection of ever writing any of them, and troubled, my hand stopped.

Victor probably noticed, because all of a sudden he clapped his hands together——

Victor: Let’s have teatime!

Kate: Huh?

Victor: You see, my nose has been stuck to these documents ever since dawn today...so I haven’t had any breaks.

V: So I would like to take a breather soon. Care to join me?

Kate: B-but...

I hadn’t even started my job.

I looked down at the documents in my hand as Victor stood and raised his voice.

Victor: Kate!

Kate: Y-yes!

Victor: Today’s snacks are scones with a wicked heap of butter! Freshly baked at that!

Kate: Y-you mean...!

I swallowed unconsciously as Victor turned to face me with a serious expression.

Victor: So, we’re in no position to be doing our jobs, wouldn’t you say?

[TIME SKIP - VICTOR’S OFFICE]

Kate: So good...

Ten minutes later, I was taken captive by the freshly baked scones.

Victor: There’s plenty more to go around.

Victor sat across from me, watching me eat with a beaming smile.

(And I’m not sure why, but it puts me at ease...)

In light of how that gentle gaze calmed me down somewhat, I asked...

Kate: Before I lost my memories, I assisted with Crown’s work here, right?

Victor: That you did. Since Crown’s a confidential organization, I had to handle all the documents,

V: but thankfully since you came around, I didn’t have to do it all alone.

V: In fact, I’ve even found enough time to have teatime every day. It’s really been a big help.

Narrowing his eyes as he sipped his tea, he continued.

Victor: You are my assistant...that is to say, the aide of the Queen’s Aide.

Kate: An aide of an aide...

A person who assisted another assistant.

Those words seemed to come off a little funny, and without thinking I giggled when——

Victor: ...You finally smiled.

V: And there’s nothing better than when you are smiling like that.

Kate: Victor...

Victor: I’m sure anxiety’s bound to stick around still, but I don’t have a shred of doubt your memories will return.

V: There’s no need to worry, since it’ll all be okay.

(I had never felt so at ease with someone before since I lost my memories.)

Kate: But, what if they don’t return? What should I do then?

And so, the worries I couldn’t confide in anyone else about came out naturally with Victor.

Victor: If that happens, then you simply can start back at square one.

When Victor wrapped his hands around my own, clasped atop my legs, it felt far from the first time...

Victor: It’ll be alright.

V: You will reach the same future — I’m sure of it.

I held his hand back, and those bejeweled eyes looked straight at me.

Victor: Even should you forget everything, you will still choose your path according to your will.

V: After all, the Kate I know is a strong, beautiful woman who wields the power to make her own choices.

The depths of my heart throbbed at the way he spoke, as though he believed in me more than anyone else.

(Could it be the lover I had forgotten about is Victor?)

[BLACK]

He simply gave me a small smile and closed his eyes, as I wished it to be so.

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03 ┊ Alfons Sylvatica —3rd birthday—

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[HOTEL ROOM]

I had prepared a portrait of Alfons as a present.

(I had him model for me, so it’s not really a surprise, but...)

Even so, I felt this was the best way to convey the fact that, indeed, Alfons had been carved into the very reality I lived in.

Alfons: Hurry and give it, will you. Or do you intend to tease me?

Kate: H-here you go...!

(It should be better than when I drew him last... should be.)

I handed the portrait to Alfons with the back faced toward him, and when he flipped it over——

He tried to stifle his laughter for a moment, but that seemed to end in vain.

Kate: I-is it that bad...!?

K: S-see, look carefully...! It looks more similar to you than before, like the position of the lips for example!

Alfons: Pfft, haha... w-wait a moment, no need to explain... ahaha!

Alfons was crouching while holding his stomach, trembling with laughter, before he stood up and wiped his tears.

Alfons: Hah...hehe, thank you for the wonderful present.

(...Ah.)

His profile as he looked at the drawing I made seemed so dearly happy.

Such a smile seemed fleeting, as it sparkled like the brief moment when the sunlight reflected off a splash of water.

It filled my heart with affection, to the point it hurt.

[WHITE]

(There may come a day when, someday, I will forget that he smiled like this for me.)

Nobody knew what fate and the future held for them.

(But, when that time comes——)

[HOTEL ROOM]

Alfons: ...It’s so bad that this drawing may end up remaining behind, unable to discern that it’s me, I reckon.

It seemed Alfons, too, had imagined a future that may come to pass.

Kate: If that time comes then...

K: I’ll hold this drawing, think of you, and cry a river.

(Yes, that’s right...if there ever comes a time I forget, I can simply grieve with all I can.)

Kate: After all, the depth of this sadness is simply proof of how deeply we had loved each other.

Alfons: ...I assure you that won’t come to pass. I have every intention to live longer than you.

Alfons kissed my cheek, whispering ever so sweet words.

In this way, I wouldn’t be swallowed by a sad reality.

It was what Alfons had always done up until now, more times than I could count.

(...And I love that kindness of yours, Alfons.)

(And even if the future plays out differently from those gentle murmurations,)

(I’ll make sure these feelings stay behind, if nothing else.)

Alfons: Besides, it’s quite disappointing that the me in your mind sports this odd face.

Kate: Hehe...good point. After all, the real thing is so wonderful.

This time, I wrapped my arms around his neck, bringing our lips together.

I slipped my tongue between the gap of his lips, playing around inside to draw out the pleasure.

Kate: Mn...ngh...

Drowning in the deepening kisses, we took each other’s clothes off and went to the bed.

Alfons: You know, Kate, this would be the first time ever enjoying being celebrated like this to the fullest.

A: ...Even last year, I still had my doubts.

With Alfons over me, he whispered in my ear, as if confessing.

Alfons: So that’s why, today... I am the happiest I have ever been in my life.

(Alfons...)

I was so happy, my eyes became hot.

Alfons: That aside, what a sensual negligee, no?

Perhaps sensing my incoming tears, Alfons gave off a joking air,

so I reckoned my face was a mix of crying and laughing.

Kate: Hehe...I was just thinking how you might like that.

Alfons: Oh, I love it — the way you try your best to be naughty for me, dear.

Kate: Jeez...

Alfons took off his gloves and fondled my chest with his smooth palms.

With hot breaths, honey between my legs started to spill, and his other hand made its way down to the hem of my negligee, playing with it...

He sweetly stroked my thighs and my crotch, filling me with anticipation and excitement.

Kate: Alfons...

My voice spilled out like a plea, and his fingers reached inside my undergarments and...

Alfons: ...... (O_O)

All of a sudden, Alfons stared at me, seeming to come to a realization.

(...He figured it out...)

I knew I had been caught, but I couldn’t stop my face from growing red with embarrassment.

Alfons: ...Say, why is it so soft down there?

His fingers slowly sunk into that wet spot as he asked.

Kate: Ah...Because...while taking a shower, I...um...

I didn’t say more out of embarrassment, and I jumped with a start as he inserted a second finger.

Kate: Ahh...!

Alfons: Did you do it yourself?

Kate: I-I did think it was improper! But still...

K: It’s just, every time you...you know, do a lot for me...before you feel good yourself, so...

K: I was thinking...at least today, I want you to feel good as soon as possible...

K: ...Should I not have?

Alfons: ——Say no more, I insist.

[CG]

Kate: Ahh——!

The next moment, without any time to prepare my heart, I felt his heat penetrate deep inside.

Kate: Ah, ah... hah, hah...

Because I had stimulated myself halfway, my sight went white in a moment.

But contrary to his relentless thrusts, Alfons buried his face in my neck so I could feel his cheek and stopped moving.

Kate: Alfons...?

Alfons: —— ...I think I was about to come a little just from putting it in.

(Huh...)

I was surprised, and my breaths haggard, I ended up looking Alfons straight in the eye.

Alfons: Because you went and did such adorable things.

A: I myself even thought it dubious, as it’s my first time feeling that...

His brows were furrowed, his gaze filled with heat, and his breath ragged.

His smile — a bit lost, a bit pained.

Everything was so endearing, I felt I was about to cry of happiness.

Alfons had shown me many kinds of smiles today,

but they were all genuine... and they were all burned into my memory.

Kate: ...Happy birthday, Alfons.

[WHITE]

I wrapped my arms around his neck and embraced him tightly — as an unforgettable, sweet night began.

Fin

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【ENG SUB】 A fate split in two: 100k bonus story (Jude & Ellis)

hii friends! so i have a video recording of jp’s current story event bonus story — the 100k one featuring jude and ellis. originally i was js gonna send it as is to some friends, but i felt kinda bad js dropping raws when they wouldnt be able to understand without heavy or full mtl. so i ended up adding subtitles with my (admittedly kinda rough, but nonetheless human) tl to the recording.

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02 ┊ Alfons Sylvatica —3rd birthday—

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[TOWN ROAD - DAY]

The train’s destination was a certain town located in the suburbs.

Alfons: What drew you to this place?

Kate: I saw in the papers that there’s a considerable festival taking place today, you see.

[TOWN SQUARE]

We left our luggage at the hotel before heading to the central square when——

Cheerful cries broke out across the area.

(Great, it looks like they’re doing it!)

Alfons: And this is...?

Kate: A water festival!

As I puffed out my chest with Alfons flabbergasted,

the man at the stall casually handed us a bucket and ladle with a “here you go.”

Alfons: So would it be right to assume this is a crazy game where we dash water on one another?

Kate: And they have another special rule as well.

Each of us taking the bucket of water and ladle, I slowly backed away, creating distance between us.

Kate: If you hit another person with water, you have to state your wishes... (＾▽＾)つ━☆ﾟ.*･｡~💧 out loud...!

I swung my ladle with a grunt, and the sparkling water drew a path before soundly landing a hit on Alfons’ cheek.

Alfons: Oof, that’s cold—

Kate: I’ll definitely make this celebration a roaring success today!

As I shouted my wish, Alfons took his soaked coat off and put it aside with a rustle.

Alfons: That’s less like a wish and more... (ﾉ´ヮ`)ﾉ*: ･ﾟ💧 like a declaration!

Kate: Uwah!?

The water hit me right on the arm.

(T-that water’s colder than I thought so I let out a strange sound...!)

(But since Alfons got me, that means I’ll get to hear his wish!)

When my head shot up, Alfons had quite a wicked smile on his face.

Alfons: Tonight, I’ll embrace you silly!

(Wha...!?)

Kate: Don’t go shouting that right in the middle of town!!

Elderly man at stall: Woo! Look at you two, ramping it up!

Soaked man: Can’t fall behind to that now!

Soaked woman: Wishing you happiness!

(J-jeez...!)

I felt my face was about to burn from all the cheers.

To hide my embarrassment, I swung my label, the water splashing Alfons’ shoulders.

Alfons: Now then, let’s hear your next wish, shall we?

Kate: My wish is that you cease with this naughty talk!

Alfons: Ahha! I’m afraid that wish will remain ungranted.

From then on, the wishes rule took a backseat to the water play, ramping up in the midst of shouts and screams.

(I’m soaked from head to toe at this point...!)

Kate: May you cut down on your alcohol consumption!

Alfons: And may you, my dear, progress on your drawing!

Kate: Ah, you too, Alfo— whoa!

Before I could dodge, Alfons was ahead of me, suddenly splashing water on my face.

Kate: S-some got in my noshe—

Alfons: Ahahaha! How pitiful, how adorable indeed.

(Harsh much...?)

As I glared at Alfons through teary eyes...

Alfons: ...I wish that you will remember what happens today.

Kate: ...!

His eyes narrowed fondly, and my complaints were stuck in my throat.

(That...that wish isn’t fair...)

The ladle fell on the floor, and I grabbed the bucket with both hands, still filled to the brim with water.

And then, I walked toward a puzzled-looking Alfons——

(｀∀´)Ψ︵┻━┻ 💦 (⊙_◎)

——and dumped the entire bucket on his head.

Alfons: ... (O_O)

He was soaked to the skin, droplets of water dripping to the ground.

Alfons: ...Would that not be a breach of rules?

Kate: ...Hehe.

Alfons: Pfft, hmhm. 

Both: Ahahaha...!

Both of us soaked from head to toe, we looked at each other before laughing, holding our stomachs.

Kate: I will never ever forget today!

Alfons: ...There you go again with the declarations. (• ᴗ •)

[BLACK]

Alfons brushed back my hair and planted a kiss at my loud declaration, his lips drawing an arc of happiness.

[SKY - NIGHT]

When we returned to the hotel, we changed out of our soaked clothes and had a wonderful dinner with cake.

[HOTEL ROOM]

After that, we took a shower and turned off the lights, and Alfons spoke in a tone like he just remembered something.

Alfons: Come to think of it, you did have another present with you, no? The one you haven’t shown me at all.

A: You know, the one where you so roughly stripped me and left me to my own devices...

Kate: What do you mean ‘roughly stripped’, all I did was take off your jacket...

K: ...but, I was thinking of giving that to you now.

[BLACK]

From my bag, I pulled out the present, which was——

to be continued…

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should i nuke my blog??

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01 ┊ Alfons Sylvatica —3rd birthday—

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[WHITE]

Alfons: We will end up late to board the train if you don’t get up and ready soon.

I could hear his murmur in my ear, drawing me out of my slumber in a daze.

(Mm...train...?)

Alfons: Goodness, you leave me no choice, I see... boo.

[ALFONS’ ROOM - DAY]

Kate: Wah!?

All of a sudden I felt a cool sensation on my chest, jolting me awake.

Alfons was at the bedside with a beaming smile, already fully changed.

Alfons: Good morning. What a lovely voice as always.

Kate: Wait, if you’re up and ready... does that mean I overslept!?

Alfons: I’ll be, what a colorful jab.

A: Worry not, though, you haven’t overslept. We’re right on schedule.

Giggling, Alfons sat on the bed and combed through my messy hair.

As I relished in the comfort of his touch, I glanced at the clock.

(He’s right — in fact we’re five minutes ahead of schedule. Thank goodness...)

Today was a special day, so this year for sure, I couldn’t afford to oversleep.

I patted my chest in relief, and he pecked a kiss to my cheek.

Alfons: Shall I help you change?

Kate: Hmm...we may be on the verge of being tardy then, so I’ll do so myself.

Alfons: Oh, I beg to differ, I’m most confident that helping you take off your clothes would be the quicker route.

Kate: Ah— wait— jeez... hehe.

I dressed up as we playfully bickered, and taking the bag I had prepared up until yesterday, I finished getting ready.

(Alright.)

Kate: Now then, Alfons.

Alfons: Yes, yes, what is it?

Kate: I’ll take you to this birthday trip!

Alfons: ...With pleasure.

[BLACK]

Alfons took my outstretched hand, smiling in a good mood.

[TRAIN CABIN]

I had been planning this trip for quite some time now.

When we arrived at the cabin of the train, we sat down next to each other, and I brought out the spread for handmade sandwiches.

Kate: Take whichever ones you like!

Alfons: So this is what you were putting your blood, sweat, and tears into last night, I take it?

Kate: Hehehe. If I put the vegetables in then, the bread would turn soggy, so I have a system to separate them so you can put them in right before you eat.

Alfons: That’s quite an intricate system.

A: Well then, since I have this chance, I’d like you to feed me, Kate.

Alfons tilted his head, peering into my eyes.

Kate: Haha, what are you, a child?

Alfons: Was I too pushy perhaps? I figured I’d like to try it, seeing it’s my birthday.

His response was funny, eliciting a laugh from me as I brought the sandwich to his mouth.

With a “ahh” he opened his mouth wide, leaving less than half of it left in a single bite.

Alfons: Mm...it’s delicious. One more bite.

Kate: You can eat a lot with just one bite, huh.

K: I do like seeing that part of you.

Alfons: Naughty much?

Kate: Wait, why—

Alfons ate the rest of the sandwich with one more bite, smiling happily.

(...I’m glad to see him like this.)

I had a hidden motive as well today: that was to see how much of Alfons’ true smile I could draw out.

(Since he has a tendency to smile, even if he doesn’t mean it, if it means lifting my mood.)

(And while I do like that sort of kindness as well, I want to be the one to make him happy today.)

Kate: Last year was quite rough. Do you remember it?

K: How the restaurant I placed a reservation for suddenly closed, and the flavor of the food at that back-up one...

Alfons: Hehe, I do recall that flavor was quite abhorrent.

While eating the sandwiches together, we indulged in the memories of the past.

(Perhaps next year as well, we will talk about the past as well.)

(And when that time comes...)

Kate: This year for sure, I’ll be sure to make this day you can look back and think, ‘That was fun’ and ‘those were happy times’; mark my words!

As I made my declaration, Alfons narrowed his eyes, seeming dazzled.

Alfons: As am I...I want to enjoy being celebrated to the fullest this year, and do what I previously couldn’t [1].

(...Hm?)

Kate: ‘What you previously couldn’t’?

Alfons: Ahh, don’t mind me, just my musings.

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[1] A further explanation: Alfons says [今年は] (kotoshi ha) here, which is what caught Kate’s attention. Saying [今年は] and just [今年] would hold the same basic meaning of “this year”, but by adding the [は] (ha) particle Alfons adds a sort of comparative implication that he hadn’t managed to be celebrated to the fullest in previous years but intends to do so this year. (i.e. I think he was hinting at how last year, Alfons sort of went out of his way to hinder Kate’s plans, but Kate doesn’t know this.)

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in the ikemen villians birthday packs are the letters different for each pack or does the 10k pack have the same letter as the 3k one?

hi anon, its the same letter — 10k pack has more scones and bday chibi though 👍

(rank reward is also same letter as from the sets as well. its just the char reading out the letter.)

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IF EVENT ﹏﹏𓊝﹏﹏✨👑✨ 𝓟irates of the Villains: wrapped in a romance with you — a pirate ˗ˏˋ masterlist ´ˎ˗

“ Ya keen on becomin’ this crew cap’n’s woman? ”

“ Allow me to offer you this love, never to end for all of time. ”

In the midst of the Age of Discovery, you, a town girl, encounter the most feared evil of the sea——pirates.

Once again, you fall into this love at sea with him, a pirate.

this is an if event, meaning it takes place in an a.u. (alternate universe) where all the suitors are pirates, but curses still exist in this universe. kate is like a girl who falls in love with them. it features all the villains!

i won’t be translating everything here. i can’t guarantee this masterlist will be completed either. i may link other translations with credit here for your convenience though!

as always, ♡ / ↻ / 💬 are always and forever appreciated. especially the latter two!

𐔌 . 𓎟 𝓜aster ᐟ 𝓛ist 📜࿐ ࿔*:･ﾟ ｡୧ ꒱

PROLOGUE . [@.cheshireliam]

･ ⟢ ⋮ EARLY CLEAR BONUS ゛༝.

🏴‍☠️﹒ 1 ﹒ ᶻᶻ ﹒ victor ✦ ﹒ ┈ ﹕僕を奪って構わない。

2 ﹒ ∬ ﹒ ⚔️ ﹒ jude jazza [@.judesmoonbeauty] ⌣ ﹒ ✿ ﹕ やから好きなんやろ。

･ ⟢ ⋮ COLLECTION STORIES ゛༝.

ꐑ﹒⭐﹒␥ liam evans

ꗃ﹒、 darius vogel

𓂅 roger barel﹒⚞⚓️⚟

、🌊ᨓ﹒nica schwartz [@.cosmowgyral]

⌗﹒ ring schwartz ⊰ [@.cheshireliam]

᜴🪶﹒elbert greetia﹒‹3

、𖦹🥃﹒alfons sylvatica

⚞⚟﹒⌘﹒harrison gray

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALFONS SYLVATICA ⋆🪞˚.𝜗𝜚 𝓣he wicked mirror, intoxicated with a happy reality ˗ˏˋ masterlist ´ˎ˗

It’s the wicked mirror’s birthday.

As a celebration, we went out to the festival on a trip, laughing heartily.

That endearing smile, his “first”, and a sweetly melted night.

To think this reality together with you could shine so brightly.

“ Say no more, I insist. ——It’s…my first time… ”

this is a translation of alfons’ 3rd birthday story. it is formatted like a party event story. there is a voiced letter as a ranking reward — if i manage to rank, i will record the voiced letter as part of the translation.

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꒰﹒chptr 3﹕🪻

꒰🖼️﹒﹒epilogue (his p.o.v.)

╰﹒ ᝰ﹒letter (with voice) 💌

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Epilogue ┊ A faux vow to the pure white bride —Nica Schwartz—

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— this epilogue takes place in the future, showing a small part of their actual wedding. beta: ✧Rem✧ (dc).

—— Kate’s POV ——

[WHITE]

It was the second time I donned pure white.

And both of those times, it was by his side.

[BEDROOM]

The wedding ceremony came to a close, and at last we returned to our room.

I gave a complacent smile as Nica closed the door behind him.

Kate: You ended up saying your vows, didn’t you, Nica?

Seeing my expression, Nica averted his eyes awkwardly and sighed.

Nica: When was that again?

Kate: From a while ago. But if you prefer, it could also be the more recent one too.

An awkward expression on his face, Nica sat down next to me, spread his hands, and stared straight at me.

I took that as my cue to stand up, repositioning myself so I sat on his lap as he wrapped his arms around me.

Nica: I say I’ve changed a fair bit, don’t you think?

Kate: Yes, but that’s not to say you changed at your core.

Nica: How so?

Combing through his hair, Nica’s eyes sparkled like the water’s surface as he laughed.

Kate: Like how you hold Ring and myself more dear to you than anything.

Nica: Sure, that’s a given.

Kate: And it’s exactly because of this that you feel the need to take things in your own hands.

K: And what else...I suppose the way you tend to distance yourself too?

Nica: ...Well, look at this bride of mine, hounding me even though it’s our first night as newlyweds.

Kate: Wah— w-wait, that tickles!

Nica used his arms, still wrapped around, to tickle me, before twisting my body back atop his lap.

Kate: Stop it— hehe— Nica...!

Nica: No can do. Not until you spill all the good things about me.

Kate: There’s more, I swear! Stop!

The hands that were tickling me came to a stop, and I rested my head on his shoulder, taking a deep breath.

When I lifted my head, I saw Nica pouting. The thought of how cute he was elicited a laugh from me, which only made him pout more.

Kate: Sorry...when I put on this dress, I just ended up thinking about the past.

K: Back then, you said at that fake wedding ceremony that you would never vow your love, even if it was fake, right?

K: At the time I couldn’t fathom why, so I was just surprised, but...

At that church, why did he declare that he would not vow anything?

At the time, I really didn’t know,

but now I knew everything: the expression he wore at the time, along with the feeling he had gone off somewhere far away…

Now, I understood that was his kindness.

Kate: You came off as quite superficial and vague, yes—

Nica: Yep, there’s that sharp tongue.

Kate: —but really, you’re more kind than anyone, someone who always looks forward, and you have a heart of love. This, I’m sure of.

Cupping his cheeks in my hands, I looked straight at him.

Kate: So, that day, thank you for not giving your vows, even if it was a lie.

K: And thank you for today— for swearing your true love.

K: To think I’m the one receiving all your love, I really am the happiest in the world.

His eyes wavered like the water’s surface.

Nica: ...Hahh, I just can’t with you.

He held me tighter, and I wrapped my arms around his back.

Nica: That’s right, I’m indeed very devoted, so you better be grateful.

Kate: Well, I could say the same to you, now could I?

K: You better be grateful too, for me remaining by your side with a smile, no matter what happened.

Nica: Even though you stepped on bird poop, always drew the short end of the stick, and couldn’t find a four-leaf clover?

Kate: You held me back since you noticed the bird poop, you’d always luck out even if I fell short,

K: and as for the four-leaf clover, you gave me a lot, so I pressed them all.

K: Even if these small mishaps continue, you would always solve it all, am I wrong?

Perhaps egged on by my giggling, Nica began to laugh little by little as well.

All of a sudden, he flipped me over, pushing me down on the bed.

Looking down at me, there was a gentle smile on Nica’s face——

Nica: Thanks to you, there were yet more things I ended up holding dear.

N: So are you ready to bear that responsibility?

Kate: Of course, I will shoulder it all.

Nica: Gosh, Kate, you really are great.

Kate: You too...mm...

Our lips connected, leaving me intoxicated with the sweet kiss.

While kissing, Nica tried to take off my dress, and...

Nica: Ah...

Our lips drew away, and he slowly caressed my cheek.

Nica: As I thought, pure white really suits you.

N: The way the dress is spread out on the sheets...it looks like pure white wings.

Kate: Mm, and will you fly together with me?

Nica: That might be good too...mm, hahh...

We kissed over and over again, reaffirming our love for each other.

When our lips parted once again, I wrapped my arms around his neck with a laugh.

Kate: I love you, Nica. So much.

Nica looked at me with an affectionate gaze.

Nica: ...Me too.

Just when I was about to close my eyes as our lips connected, I caught sight of the pressed flower, laid beside the bed.

That day when I received a four-leaf clover was the first time I had received good luck from him,

and from now on, I would continue to bear witness to a happy future.

Noticing where I was looking, Nica glanced at it with a soft smile.

Our noses touching, he closed his eyes, whispering a sweet name in my ear: one just for me.

Nica: ...I love you, my one and only Perle [1].

After I met you, I fell in love.

[BLACK]

And that, to me——was my life’s greatest fortune [2].

Fin

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[1] According to my research, Perle literally means “pearl” in German, but it can also be used as a term of endearment toward someone precious or dear to you, similar to a pearl’s nature.

[2] The word they use here is [幸運] (kō’un), which is the same word used to describe the aforementioned “good luck” from Kate receiving a four-leaf clover from Nica. Another interpretation to this could be “life’s greatest luck” or something to that nature, but I felt using “fortune” flowed a bit better (and [幸運] can either mean luck or fortune). Still, I did want to highlight that the story is utilizing word repetition here, even if I used different words here.

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Hey, there! I really liked that ask about Darius that you posted, about his personality and probable past. If it’s not too much to ask and if you don’t mind, could you tell me the same about Nica, too, please? I am so curious about the Swan Lake trio, and yet I can’t find much information about them online. Thank you for always keeping us up to date with the Japanese version of the game, and I hope you have a wonderful time, wherever you are :))

hi anon! omg im so sorry this is so so sooo late.. but i will try my best to describe nica 💚🍒 sometimes im not completely sure how to like phrase things lmao also.. for anyone wondering, here is the darius version i made a while back

about nica and possible backstory ↓

his personality

the playboy label doesn’t wear nica but he sure wears the playboy label. he has his times when he flirts teasingly with kate or js outright teases her period, mostly just to get a strong reaction outta her, but his teasing side doesn’t encompass himself as a whole. most notably there’s that wish of his to be the “happiest man in the world”.. though we don’t get much context why it is so as of now. he is also quite witty and observant (e.g. able to memorize layouts of buildings quickly), and good at obtaining info since he knows how to talk to people.

he kind of foils ring in the sense that while ring is sort of like a “puppet” to darius, nica is driven by his own motives and ambitions. he’s highly independent, and even goes to the point of what seems to be defying darius. it really goes to show how he is not forced to obey him (i think nica is thankful to darius for saving them, but also doesn’t feel so indebted to him either- he prioritizes himself), but rather he chooses to do so since its more convenient for him.

while he often does seem to prioritize himself, thats not to say he doesnt care abt others- its js he has a tendency to put more distance between them. in fact, kate affirms that he holds both ring and her very close to his heart and he’s actually quite protective abt them both. there are also times whn he would reminisce on memories involving ring- like how he would find four leaf clovers for ring. he looks forward but at the same time feels attachment to the past. perhaps he is a pretty emotional person despite his superficial amicable/social front.

that said, even if he is a bit superficial, flirtatious, distant, etc. nica also seems to hold a sense of respect for kate in that he sees her as an equal. in earlier bond stories as well, they tend to banter a lot like regular friends. he asks kate for what she wants to do, shows interest in what shes thinking, and respects both her thoughts and decisions, even if he himself may disagree. he sees her views as quite dazzling and idealistic, but at the end of the day sees her as her own person.

his backstory

not much is known abt his backstory. but we do know that he, along with ring, were being experimented on in germany with their curses; there were mult flashbacks of ths, incl in roger’s rt and one of ring’s later bond stories. at that time, the twins were referred to by numbers instead of names, and these experiments were likely carried out, endorsed by, and/or assisted by roger’s father- we get these small clues being:

roger asking nica near the end of his rt whether the two have met before. nica denies ths, but considering his tendency to put others as a distance, he may very much be hiding smth or lying, likely so he wouldnt have to remember much of the past in front of roger.

in the ghost house report story, roger mentions his father taking him overseas for some research or smth along those lines. it may very well be referring to germany.

assuming darius’ bond story “secret talk” contains a true story, the institution nica and ring would have been held in was called the house in germany. ths would be where the twins were experimented on (perhaps on whether two ppl can simultaneously bear the same curse- though ths is pure speculation on my part), and were saved from by darius.

nica cared deeply for ring and they would spend a lot of time together. whn ring went hungry, nica would share his portion. whn ring couldnt find a four leaf clover, nica found one for him instead. they were inseparable- as they only had each other.

he later became a part of darius’ “family” and assists him in expanding ths “family”.. likely while trying to fulfill his own ambition to become the happiest man in the world.

[kurishiri]

hi!! idk if u remember me, but i am the anon who's still learning japanese that loves jude and ring!! 😅

after hearing the news about ikevamp en, it made me more motivated to learn japanese because i have to play the ikevamp jp ver starting today, too (goodluck to me lol). i know im just frustrated but i hope ikevil wont get the same treatment like ikevamp and ikerev in the future 😓

hii anon , i remember youu dw 🙂‍↕️🙏

hmm, tbh i think smth ab ikevam is that for some period of time there were like a string of events that js.. did not hit 🫠 the quality dropped and readers noticed. and yk, events r used as a way to engage audience btn rts.. but with that period of not-up-to-par events its natural retention would also go down in favor of other games. as for ikerev i think it is a mix of it being too “vanilla” and some rts coming off as hit or miss. ftr i have nothing against ikevam or ikerev ,, i myself played quite a bit of both (arthur and jonah fan here!) but these r js my theories as to why they ended service.

i think ikesen, ikepri and ikevil r keeping up pretty well- even if there were some mishaps it wasnt such a consistent thing like it was for ikevam some time. its inevitable these two games will probably eventually reach a point where it no longer become feasible to update but, i dont see ths happening very soon. we should enjoy wht we get ✨✨