Echocalypse: Scarlet Covenant story · Themed biography

Riding the Tide's Rhythm

Serenelle regained self-awareness in the dream and saved you. Just as you were about to depart, you found that she could not leave the dream.

27 scenes, 274 lines

1. The voice within.

7 lines

A girl walks along the beach, not knowing where she came from, nor where she's going.

Serenelle

I feel like I've forgotten something...

What is it?

???

Don't forget...

Serenelle

Who? What am I not supposed to forget?

The girl waits for a while, but no answer comes.

Serenelle

What on earth is it...

Next scene: Sound of Tides

2. Sound of Tides

12 lines

The girl keeps walking along the shore, as waves lap against the sand with a rhythmic sound.

Tide Murmur

Look, look! That's Serenelle, the girl who lost her mother!

Shh, keep it down! If she hears us, mom will scold us.

The sea breeze turns cold, chilling the girl to her very core.

Tide Murmur

Missing because she went looking for tea leaves? What kind of excuse is that? Let's snatch her daughter and she'd show up then!

But to that woman, Serenelle wasn't even her daughter. The tea leaves were. So she won't show up just for Serenelle...

The sea breeze is getting colder, and the sound of the waves is getting louder.

The girl remains silent, as all those voices were speaking the truth.

She keeps moving forward. She's already used to this... casual malice.

Serenelle

...It feels like it's getting colder.

This is not her illusion, because she sees...

Snowflakes are falling ahead.

Next scene: Drifting Snow

3. Drifting Snow

11 lines

They melt as soon as they land on the sand, leaving behind damp traces.

The girl looks ahead. The farther she goes, the heavier the snow becomes.

Serenelle

Why is it snowing by the sea?

She takes a step forward and the sound of the waves changes.

Sharp Cry

Why don't you save me? What are you waiting for?

It's a sharp and sorrowful voice from a young girl, a voice Serenelle has never heard before.

Sharp Cry

I'm so cold... so tired... I want to go home...

Don't leave me alone in the crystal... Please... save me!

Serenelle

What is this...

In the heavy snowfall ahead, a figure appears before Serenelle.

Awakener

...

Next scene: Questioning

4. Questioning

8 lines

As Awakener appears, the sound of crashing waves grows even stronger.

Harsh Query

Why did you let Vedfolnir get away?

Why didn't you avenge Fenriru?

Why didn't you look for those who disappeared?

Awakener! What have you been doing all this time?

Awakener

...

Serenelle

Did I just slip from my dream into yours without realizing it?

It seems I pulled you into this mess, too...

Next scene: Awaken

5. Awaken

4 lines

Serenelle

I have to wake you up...

Braving the snow, Serenelle walks across the sand toward you.

Then, she holds you tightly.

Serenelle

Snap out of it! Wake up, please!

Next scene: Risky Scenario

6. Risky Scenario

17 lines

Awakener

Hmm... Serenelle?

Serenelle

Hah... You're finally awake.

Listen, this is the dreamland. I don't know why, but somehow, our dreams have become overlapped.

Awakener

The dreamland?

Serenelle

Yes. I know a sorceress, known as the [Dreamwalker]. She can enter others' dreams to help treat psychological issues.

I've been receiving treatment from her, and she has awakened me countless times in dreams.

So, when I saw you, I woke up and realized I was dreaming.

Awakener

I see...

Serenelle

But I've never experienced anything like this where the two dreams are connected.

Even my friend the Dreamwalker may have never seen something this unusual...

Awakener

Wait, the friend you mentioned, could it be Elixia?

Serenelle

Huh?

Oh right, we came to the Seaside Resort together. You met her. I think she mentioned who she was... Did she?

Awakener

She didn't. I just saw her.

Serenelle

I see, you saw... Wait, you saw her?

Serenelle follows your gaze. A pink-haired girl floats swiftly toward you both.

Elixia

Awakener! Serenelle! There you are!

Next scene: Dreamwalkers

7. Dreamwalkers

11 lines

Serenelle

Elixia, thank goodness you came!

Elixia

I know I am trustworthy, but it's not the time to relax.

I investigated those who fell asleep after hearing the Tidal Voice, and I came to a shocking conclusion from what they told me.

Awakener

Is that everyone who fell asleep because of the Tidal Voice ended up linking their dreams?

Elixia

How did you know... Right, you two have already met here.

But the linked dreams aren't the biggest problem. The real issue is... um, how did Vika put it again...

Something about resonance and subconscious defense... Well, I don't really get it. You can ask Vika to explain it when you're out.

Anyway, because of a bunch of complicated things I can't quite explain, you'll confront the most vulnerable part of your mind here. You need to face it to wake up.

If you can't face those painful memories and someone tries to wake you up, the trauma could leave a lasting impact.

Awakener

Facing painful memories...

You mean... like this?

Next scene: Serenelle's Dilemma

8. Serenelle's Dilemma

17 lines

Your surroundings suddenly become warm, and you have a feeling that you can depart from the dream at any time.

Elixia

What amazing willpower!

Awakener

So, can we leave now?

Serenelle

I'm afraid... not yet.

Awakener

What do you mean, not yet?

Serenelle

Do you remember what I said... about receiving treatment from Elixia?

The truth is, I haven't been able to face the painful memories the way you just did...

Elixia

Serenelle...

Serenelle

Alright, don't worry about me. You two should leave the dream first.

I will be fine.

Awakener

I don't quite get it. What do you mean by not being able to face painful memories?

Serenelle

It's just a way of putting it. Don't think too much.

What's most important for you now is to leave the dreamland and investigate the Tidal Voice.

Once you've figured it out, come back and save me from the dream.

I'm right here waiting for your good news!

All right?

The girl is clearly smiling, yet the sea breeze brushing past the three of them makes them feel even colder.

Next scene: Rescue

9. Rescue

5 lines

A while ago, Elixia with her earplugs found you and Serenelle huddled together.

Elixia

So I did enter the dreamland...

Ugh, what a salty, damp, gloomy dream!

I can't just leave you two. At least, I have to sync up with you.

As a [Dreamwalker], I won't let anything happen to you in the dream!

Next scene: Source

10. Source

8 lines

Elsewhere, Nyla and Vika are tracking the source of the Tidal Voice.

Nyla

You truly live up to your reputation as a Teslovik scholar, Miss Vika. You've already found a way to locate the source of the Tidal Voice?

Vika

I wouldn't call myself a scholar. I just picked up some basic knowledge while taking care of a certain idiot doctor.

Nyla

It's already impressive.

Vika

I've located the source of the Tidal Voice!

Nyla

Let me see. This is...

The coral zone of the Resort?

Vika

The coral zone? I see, it's the coral! The creature producing the Tidal Voice is the coral in that area!

Next scene: Sound of Tides

11. Sound of Tides

Side story · 12 lines

The girl keeps walking along the shore, as waves lap against the sand with a rhythmic sound.

Tide Murmur

Look, look! That's Serenelle, the girl who lost her mother!

Shh, keep it down! If she hears us, mom will scold us.

The sea breeze turns cold, chilling the girl to her very core.

Tide Murmur

Missing because she went looking for tea leaves? What kind of excuse is that? Let's snatch her daughter and she'd show up then!

But to that woman, Serenelle wasn't even her daughter. The tea leaves were. So she won't show up just for Serenelle...

The sea breeze is getting colder, and the sound of the waves is getting louder.

The girl remains silent, as all those voices were speaking the truth.

She keeps moving forward. She's already used to this... casual malice.

Serenelle

...It feels like it's getting colder.

This is not her illusion, because she sees...

Snowflakes are falling ahead.

Next scene: Drifting Snow

12. Drifting Snow

Side story · 11 lines

They melt as soon as they land on the sand, leaving behind damp traces.

The girl looks ahead. The farther she goes, the heavier the snow becomes.

Serenelle

Why is it snowing by the sea?

She takes a step forward and the sound of the waves changes.

Sharp Cry

Why don't you save me? What are you waiting for?

It's a sharp and sorrowful voice from a young girl, a voice Serenelle has never heard before.

Sharp Cry

I'm so cold... so tired... I want to go home...

Don't leave me alone in the crystal... Please... save me!

Serenelle

What is this...

In the heavy snowfall ahead, a figure appears before Serenelle.

Awakener

...

Next scene: Questioning

13. Questioning

Side story · 8 lines

As Awakener appears, the sound of crashing waves grows even stronger.

Harsh Query

Why did you let Vedfolnir get away?

Why didn't you avenge Fenriru?

Why didn't you look for those who disappeared?

Awakener! What have you been doing all this time?

Awakener

...

Serenelle

Did I just slip from my dream into yours without realizing it?

It seems I pulled you into this mess, too...

Next scene: Awaken

14. Awaken

Side story · 4 lines

Serenelle

I have to wake you up...

Braving the snow, Serenelle walks across the sand toward you.

Then, she holds you tightly.

Serenelle

Snap out of it! Wake up, please!

Next scene: Risky Scenario

15. Risky Scenario

Side story · 17 lines

Awakener

Hmm... Serenelle?

Serenelle

Hah... You're finally awake.

Listen, this is the dreamland. I don't know why, but somehow, our dreams have become overlapped.

Awakener

The dreamland?

Serenelle

Yes. I know a sorceress, known as the [Dreamwalker]. She can enter others' dreams to help treat psychological issues.

I've been receiving treatment from her, and she has awakened me countless times in dreams.

So, when I saw you, I woke up and realized I was dreaming.

Awakener

I see...

Serenelle

But I've never experienced anything like this where the two dreams are connected.

Even my friend the Dreamwalker may have never seen something this unusual...

Awakener

Wait, the friend you mentioned, could it be Elixia?

Serenelle

Huh?

Oh right, we came to the Seaside Resort together. You met her. I think she mentioned who she was... Did she?

Awakener

She didn't. I just saw her.

Serenelle

I see, you saw... Wait, you saw her?

Serenelle follows your gaze. A pink-haired girl floats swiftly toward you both.

Elixia

Awakener! Serenelle! There you are!

Next scene: Dreamwalkers

16. Dreamwalkers

Side story · 11 lines

Serenelle

Elixia, thank goodness you came!

Elixia

I know I am trustworthy, but it's not the time to relax.

I investigated those who fell asleep after hearing the Tidal Voice, and I came to a shocking conclusion from what they told me.

Awakener

Is that everyone who fell asleep because of the Tidal Voice ended up linking their dreams?

Elixia

How did you know... Right, you two have already met here.

But the linked dreams aren't the biggest problem. The real issue is... um, how did Vika put it again...

Something about resonance and subconscious defense... Well, I don't really get it. You can ask Vika to explain it when you're out.

Anyway, because of a bunch of complicated things I can't quite explain, you'll confront the most vulnerable part of your mind here. You need to face it to wake up.

If you can't face those painful memories and someone tries to wake you up, the trauma could leave a lasting impact.

Awakener

Facing painful memories...

You mean... like this?

Next scene: Serenelle's Dilemma

17. Serenelle's Dilemma

Side story · 17 lines

Your surroundings suddenly become warm, and you have a feeling that you can depart from the dream at any time.

Elixia

What amazing willpower!

Awakener

So, can we leave now?

Serenelle

I'm afraid... not yet.

Awakener

What do you mean, not yet?

Serenelle

Do you remember what I said... about receiving treatment from Elixia?

The truth is, I haven't been able to face the painful memories the way you just did...

Elixia

Serenelle...

Serenelle

Alright, don't worry about me. You two should leave the dream first.

I will be fine.

Awakener

I don't quite get it. What do you mean by not being able to face painful memories?

Serenelle

It's just a way of putting it. Don't think too much.

What's most important for you now is to leave the dreamland and investigate the Tidal Voice.

Once you've figured it out, come back and save me from the dream.

I'm right here waiting for your good news!

All right?

The girl is clearly smiling, yet the sea breeze brushing past the three of them makes them feel even colder.

Next scene: Rescue

18. Rescue

Side story · 5 lines

A while ago, Elixia with her earplugs found you and Serenelle huddled together.

Elixia

So I did enter the dreamland...

Ugh, what a salty, damp, gloomy dream!

I can't just leave you two. At least, I have to sync up with you.

As a [Dreamwalker], I won't let anything happen to you in the dream!

Next scene: Source

19. Source

Side story · 8 lines

Elsewhere, Nyla and Vika are tracking the source of the Tidal Voice.

Nyla

You truly live up to your reputation as a Teslovik scholar, Miss Vika. You've already found a way to locate the source of the Tidal Voice?

Vika

I wouldn't call myself a scholar. I just picked up some basic knowledge while taking care of a certain idiot doctor.

Nyla

It's already impressive.

Vika

I've located the source of the Tidal Voice!

Nyla

Let me see. This is...

The coral zone of the Resort?

Vika

The coral zone? I see, it's the coral! The creature producing the Tidal Voice is the coral in that area!

Next scene: Drifting Snow

20. Drifting Snow

Side story · 11 lines

They melt as soon as they land on the sand, leaving behind damp traces.

The girl looks ahead. The farther she goes, the heavier the snow becomes.

Serenelle

Why is it snowing by the sea?

She takes a step forward and the sound of the waves changes.

Sharp Cry

Why don't you save me? What are you waiting for?

It's a sharp and sorrowful voice from a young girl, a voice Serenelle has never heard before.

Sharp Cry

I'm so cold... so tired... I want to go home...

Don't leave me alone in the crystal... Please... save me!

Serenelle

What is this...

In the heavy snowfall ahead, a figure appears before Serenelle.

Awakener

...

Next scene: Questioning

21. Questioning

Side story · 8 lines

As Awakener appears, the sound of crashing waves grows even stronger.

Harsh Query

Why did you let Vedfolnir get away?

Why didn't you avenge Fenriru?

Why didn't you look for those who disappeared?

Awakener! What have you been doing all this time?

Awakener

...

Serenelle

Did I just slip from my dream into yours without realizing it?

It seems I pulled you into this mess, too...

Next scene: Awaken

22. Awaken

Side story · 4 lines

Serenelle

I have to wake you up...

Braving the snow, Serenelle walks across the sand toward you.

Then, she holds you tightly.

Serenelle

Snap out of it! Wake up, please!

Next scene: Risky Scenario

23. Risky Scenario

Side story · 17 lines

Awakener

Hmm... Serenelle?

Serenelle

Hah... You're finally awake.

Listen, this is the dreamland. I don't know why, but somehow, our dreams have become overlapped.

Awakener

The dreamland?

Serenelle

Yes. I know a sorceress, known as the [Dreamwalker]. She can enter others' dreams to help treat psychological issues.

I've been receiving treatment from her, and she has awakened me countless times in dreams.

So, when I saw you, I woke up and realized I was dreaming.

Awakener

I see...

Serenelle

But I've never experienced anything like this where the two dreams are connected.

Even my friend the Dreamwalker may have never seen something this unusual...

Awakener

Wait, the friend you mentioned, could it be Elixia?

Serenelle

Huh?

Oh right, we came to the Seaside Resort together. You met her. I think she mentioned who she was... Did she?

Awakener

She didn't. I just saw her.

Serenelle

I see, you saw... Wait, you saw her?

Serenelle follows your gaze. A pink-haired girl floats swiftly toward you both.

Elixia

Awakener! Serenelle! There you are!

Next scene: Dreamwalkers

24. Dreamwalkers

Side story · 11 lines

Serenelle

Elixia, thank goodness you came!

Elixia

I know I am trustworthy, but it's not the time to relax.

I investigated those who fell asleep after hearing the Tidal Voice, and I came to a shocking conclusion from what they told me.

Awakener

Is that everyone who fell asleep because of the Tidal Voice ended up linking their dreams?

Elixia

How did you know... Right, you two have already met here.

But the linked dreams aren't the biggest problem. The real issue is... um, how did Vika put it again...

Something about resonance and subconscious defense... Well, I don't really get it. You can ask Vika to explain it when you're out.

Anyway, because of a bunch of complicated things I can't quite explain, you'll confront the most vulnerable part of your mind here. You need to face it to wake up.

If you can't face those painful memories and someone tries to wake you up, the trauma could leave a lasting impact.

Awakener

Facing painful memories...

You mean... like this?

Next scene: Serenelle's Dilemma