Alisa: Echo

Greetings, Commandant. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Echo, and I'll be staying in Babylonia for the time being. I apologize for any inconvenience, and I must ask you to look out for me in the foreseeable future... You don't... greet other people like this here? Impossible. This is the standard etiquette of the World Government!

I didn't know you could do this... Is this how Constructs enhance their strength in Babylonia?

A promotion...? Wouldn't this be against Babylonia's regulations?

...I will make good use of this power.

This power will help further me down my path.

Better equipment is the first step to achieving my goal.

I didn't know you could do this... Is this how Constructs enhance their strength in Babylonia?

A promotion...? Wouldn't this be against Babylonia's regulations?

...I will make good use of this power.

This power will help further me down my path.

Better equipment is the first step to achieving my goal.

Let's head out. We'll fight alongside each other.

...Understood. I'll do my best to protect everyone—at any cost.

Task complete. This one, too... Well, all the tasks for today have been completed according to the plan. Good work, Commandant.

...Ahem. Commandant? According to Babylonia's regulations, we should be working right now.

Commandant. Documents and books on a desk should be sorted in their respective piles according to recent regulations... The regulations were on your desk for you to read, but you didn't notice.

Huh? Thank you for your concern, but I'm okay here in Babylonia. If anything... I wish you wouldn't go against regulations and sneak out in the middle of the night so often.

Commandant?... Oh, here you are. This is the twenty-eighth edition of the proposal that has just been revised based on your suggestions, and this provision, if implemented successfully, will surely help many disabled veterans to receive a stable income... C-Commandant? Where are you going? I'm not done!

The Constructs in Babylonia... are easy to get along with. I've learned a lot from them, like a new stance to draw my bow faster, new ways to maintain my equipment, and new methods for making explosives...

Commandant, can you check out "A Collection of Babylonia's Judicial Documents" for me? Huh? My access? I have library access, but... I've already checked out too many. I need a reference from that book... Thank you.

Why do I like mock trials so much? Because trials are the process for bringing justice. Mock trials are the fastest way to learn how to maintain absolute rationality and fairness. Maybe one day... I can uphold justice without confusion.

Iris Warbler... What should I do if I ever see them again? My time with them was short and blissful, but those memories belong to Lena. I... I can't keep taking those memories from her...

What do you mean?! These two dishes should never be eaten together. No matter what you say...! Um... I guess it's... not that bad?

...My past? Someone helped me to believe in justice. Someone led me out of my cage. They told me to move forward and never look back... I can't ignore the fact that they're now gone, but I'll carry them with me onward, and I won't stop.

Want to go for a walk, Commandant? I've already checked that I have some downtime between missions... No, I'm not asking for your help with official matters. There's... a new store in the business district back there. I was wondering... if you wanted to check it out with me.

Commandant, you're here... Oh? You recognize my voice that easily? Hmm... You're closer to her than I thought... Want to get to know her better? It can be our little secret!

My belief... is that justice will come sooner rather than later. When it does, the hazy sky will clear and remain forever blue. I know I'm not there yet, and it's too early to mention it without sounding ridiculous, but I'm ready to pay for it with my life... Commandant, you'll stand by my side, right?

Lena... I often see her in my dreams, but she just disappears every time I approach her. Maybe she is urging me... urging me not to be afraid to move on, but... I... really miss her.

I know what I'm carrying and what obstacles I'll face in the future. Whether or not you choose to accompany me... you will always be a beam of light that brightens this part of my life, shining at the center of my M.I.N.D., my future, and my faith... Th-that wasn't poetry. That was... genuine, Commandant.

You must complete your work before you can take time off. Those are the rules, Commandant.

According to regulations... this ought to be acceptable, right? If I won't get reported for taking it... then... thank you.

A treasure hunt? You get a gift for finding the secret treasure? But what are the rules? You know, like rules for getting points, hiding the treasure, identifying the gift...

I found this on the table. It says "To Echo"... Is this a gift for acting as referee last game? Really...? Thank you. I like it very much.

Commandant, why haven't you replied to the message I sent you 15 minutes ago? Don't you know that's poor terminal etiquette? Huh? You were in a meeting? Your terminal... was projected on the screen?!

...What is this? A gift? I'm still going to write you up in my report about sneaking out at night last time... Oh, this isn't for that? Ahem...

According to your health chart... You're not allowed to go out and grab a late-night snack at this hour. But if you're really hungry... What would you want to eat? I can... ahem... ask my sister to make it for you.

What kind of gift would I like? I've never thought about it. Maybe a book on the latest rules and regulations? Or a new snack from the business district… The gifts you've given me? I… treasure them greatly.

I can feel us growing closer, Commandant... Babylonia doesn't appear to have any regulations on relationships, so it should be possible to...

Terminal map, show me recently opened gift shops or other shops in the business district... Hmm, none of them look worthy of the commandant... Commandant? When did you get here? Uh... It's nothing. I need to get back to work.

Finish reading the selected collection of judicial documents over the years, watch a thousand mock trials, and help establish the Disabled Veterans Foundation... Ah, Commandant?! This... is my to-do list. You must think I'm being naive... You don't? Thank you for your encouragement. I'm... really happy to hear that.

What do you want in return for such a valuable gift? You... don't want anything? Then I guess I'll tell her that the gift she's been working so hard on is...

...A new mission? That isn't some excuse to come looking for her... Oh? You came looking for me? Hehe... What a coincidence. I just so happen to have a lot to tell you about her... and me.

I'll be sure to treasure this gift from you. I'd like for you to have this in return. I hope it will remain at your side in my place, Commandant... Huh? It's funny how formal I'm acting? But isn't it normal to express one's gratitude...? It's basic social etiquette!

I don't mean to be abrupt, but... can I put you in my future plans?

It's... a bottle of lucky stars. I've written something in each of the stars... I might not have anything right now, but what I can give you is something most precious to me—my future and my faith. Are.. are you willing to share that with me?

...Not here? Where did Commandant sneak off to this time? According to regulations, the commandant should be stationed here at this hour. Now's not the time to ignore your duties even if your work is done...

Excuse me, Commandant. There are some regulations I'm hoping you can clarify for me... Huh? Weren't you here just now? Maybe the commandant will be back soon if I just wait here for a bit, right?

Falling asleep? ...Never mind. I won't bother you then. Rest well.

...These documents should be sorted over there. Don't stack them here. Someone will be around to check them later... Are you sleeping? Did you stay up all night working...? Sigh, this better not become a habit. At least no one will notice now...

...Commandant? You can barely keep your eyes open. Why don't you get some rest if you're so tired? According to regulations, commandants are allotted a designated amount of rest time... Maybe use that time here? Don't worry. I'll wake you up before the meeting starts...

Commandant, there's always work to be done.

Exhausted from work again, Commandant? Working while fatigued is like driving tired—it's inefficient and against regulations.

...We can take a break today. According to regulations, the rest can be postponed for later... Don't worry. This isn't being lazy. It's just being reasonable with time management to prevent you from getting sick from overwork, Commandant.

Let me tell you a secret... Your work was so easy because she helped you sort the documents in advance. She was worried after you fell down last time... (Laughs) You made the same expression she did. Get some rest, Commandant. I'll protect both of your dreams this time...

Now's not the time for work, Commandant. According to regulation, you are required to rest for a designated period before continuing... What regulation, you ask? It was initiated and passed by yours truly. This is the first-ever regulation regarding the daily working hours of commandants.

Hello, Commandant. I will be assisting you today. Are you having any difficulties? If so, I can help you with them.

Good morning, Commandant. According to your dietary regulations, you are required to ingest sufficient protein during breakfast—No... Snacks don't count. Neither does barbecue.

Night has ended, and dawn has arrived... Good morning, Commandant. I hope the sun will shine on you as always... Huh? What's so funny...? What kind of social etiquette do you prefer? I'll put that in my records...

Did you sleep well last night? Yes... I slept well, but I was woken up by a noise outside my window in the middle of the night... That couldn't have been you sneaking out, could it, Commandant? COULD—IT—?

She always seems to be full of energy, doesn't she? She just doesn't want to cause trouble for others. She's a quick learner, but she is not good at letting people around her share her nightmares and sorrows.

It's been a while, Commandant... Hmm? It hasn't? Oh... It's just a greeting. Here, have a cup of coffee and some breakfast. Today's work is about to start.

I don't know why, but I've been hoping to take some time off, especially whenever I see you... It must be because of how calm life has been, and I need to make new plans... Want to watch a mock trial with me later, Commandant?

I never feared so-called "fate." I only believe in the regulations engraved in the rules of law, but... I occasionally thank whatever gods there are for letting me meet you... Good morning, Commandant.

Commandant? You're finally back. I thought you... Phew. I'm glad you're back. According to regulations, you'll have to hand in a statement regarding your vacation... Don't worry. I'll write it for you this time. Just don't leave without notice again.

Ah?! Commandant... What... what are you doing? Doesn't this violate regulations?

If you want to use this to test the performance of my stabilizer, I'm afraid you will be disappointed.

The rules of the game... only allow you to shake me? That's unfair. I'm going to change it so I can fight back. Within reason, of course...

Is this some kind of... interactive game? So... are there any rules to this game?

...Don't do that. You'll wrinkle my clothes.

...Commandant! That isn't polite!

You've worked hard, Commandant. Please rest well... According to regulations, you are permitted to do as you please... You want to continue training with me? But my schedule... Right. Very well. We can set out once your break is over.

—Follow order and bring light to darkness!

Judgment!

Restoring order!

Your falsehood ends here!

Let our determination cut through the darkness!

Urgh... Sister!

Echoes won't disappear!

Will I... see you again...?

Ignite the torch of liberty!

Echoed light, soar through the heavens!

As long as darkness still prevails... we will keep moving onward!

Rend the earth!

Corrupted nights must end in light!