Nina's dates

This is just too much! We're supposed to be a team, so why is it only me and Leader who have to stay behind and study!?

What!? How can you say that!?

Well, how about this... If you don't pass this exam, your prospects of joining us on the next operation won't be looking so good.

I can't give Saya the chance to lecture me again! Hmph!

Come on, come on! Demon Lord of Examinations, gimme your best shot!

Now that I think of it, this is the first time you've helped me with my studies... I have to do my best!

Ta-da! Finished! Leader! Come and have a look! I'm feeling good about this one!

Of course I do! It's a modest and noble tradition to type "Good Game" after losing a battle.

Even if you don't win, a good opponent still deserves some praise!

So thinking about it, I really am quite generous! Ha-ha!

Of course, Saya always asks me to understand the root of the question.

Besides a competitive battle, what else would you classify as a "fun fight"?

Is it possible to have a fun fight against a Nightmare Lord? Well, it's possible, but not very likely.

Sure, it was only the first question, but I've made some progress, right? Leader, let's move on to the next question!

Huh? Aren't those two reasons enough?

I merely used the process of elimination. Although I haven't been to Britain, it was foggy in Hersey's dream. Who'd want to travel there for a relaxing holiday?

As for New Zealand, I know they've got a lot of sheep and cows, so where would they fit all that tea?

And Sri Lanka must be a trick answer, I'm pretty sure that's the name of a town in that RPG I was playing last year!

Firstly, Japan is a coastal country! And the Japanese Phoenix team... Didn't Miyuki serve us black tea? Seems like they had loads of the stuff.

And what a relaxing trip! I mean, what could be more relaxing than chilling in those hot springs... apart from playing games! If you're lucky, you can even see monkeys there!

Finally, the name "pearl"... I thought about this for a long time. As everyone knows, Akihabara is a true "pearl" in the hearts of otaku across the world!

Just hearing myself saying this stuff, I'm even more convinced that I'm 100% correct! Leader, let's move on to the next question.

Huh? Why? If you don't handle this kind of thing correctly, it could lead to certain catastrophe!

In most games, bosses eventually became villains because they held a grudge against someone for some small thing that happened in the past, and then they finally went insane!

It's better to be safe than sorry!

Wow, did I actually just use an idiom? Is there anything this hero cannot do? I even scare myself sometimes!

Don't deny it, Leader, I know you feel the same way, too!

If they are in love, they'll never divorce. It's just like how I quarrel with Saya, we joke around, but I'll never quit the team.

Divorce is only an option when your differences are truly irreconcilable. Property disputes are usually just a cover story! Surely something more serious is bound to happen.

If you put this kind of arc in a game, one of the couple will eventually become a boss because of their twisted psychological state!

There's no way we can let that happen! The only way we can prevent them from getting through this is to study criminal psychology first!

I've seen through your ruse! This kind of question isn't supposed to be taken literally, it's all about the implied consequences of the situation!

Like the nightmares we'll face in the future, we must think of a way to end it before it even forms! Yes, that's it. As a Radiant, your faithful hero possesses powers of insight that cannot be matched!

So, Leader, you really must admit... My exam answers were particularly impressive this time, no? This truly is one hero who thinks over every detail with the utmost attention! Don't you agree?

How come I can play games like a pro but can't even pass a simple test?

If I could use one tenth of my gaming talent in my studies, my grades would be good enough to give even Saya a scare!

Ha-ha! Just thinking of that shocked expression on her face makes me laugh!

Huh? What...!? How can that be? I was absolutely confident about every question!

Could it be... that the answers were wrong? I mean, it's a possibility. After all, even Leader couldn't fault my reasoning.

As long as the answers are rational, the scoring system should be flexible. Don't you agree?

Phew... Today's extra class was an interesting one! Don't you agree, Leader?

This kind of informal lesson style seems to suit me just right. Compared to cranky Saya and Victoria's constant sighing, you're the best, Leader!

So, let's study together again next time!

Damn it! Die!

Awwwww, yeaaaaah!

Ahhh! Die, die, die!

What!? Leader! It's all your fault! If I lose to this boss, I'll have to start all over again!

Ah! Huh? Leader, it's you! Phew... I thought it was Saya. You scared me!

Fortunately, thanks to my quick wits, I pressed the pause button. You can't interrupt someone in the middle of a boss battle!

Did Saya send you to get me to sleep?

I've been reduced to having to play games hidden under my quilt.

Even the faintest glow of a console screen and I'll have "Headmistress" Saya on my back!

This is the benefit of having brains and bravery!

Being a pro gamer, it's hard having to face tougher opponents every day.

If you could stay in my room, things would be a lot easier.

I'll keep my bedside lamp on.

Since you're already here, I can't let you go so easily! Hee-hee-hee...

There's an online game I've been waiting to play for a long time now. Saya and Victoria refuse to play with me 'cos apparently they need to "work" and "rest"!

Leader, come play with me for a while!

Oh yeah! I already knew you were the best, but... Yessss!

Wait a sec!

Hey presto!

Does this mean you really want to play deep down in your heart? Does it? Does it?

We'll play for a while and then go to bed. I promise you, this trusty hero would never let you get in trouble!

So, let's get this party started!

Leader, Leader! Do you prefer red or blue?

Hoo-hoo! Red is the color of passion. The standard for your faithful hero. So, you know your stuff.

Since I've given the red character to you, there's no way you can lose!

Let's get ready to rock, Leader!

Huh? That's what Saya always chooses.

Is it because you think red suits me better?

If so, that's really considerate of you, Leader. Ah! Why am I talking about Saya when we're trying to have fun? This isn't like me at all!

It's time to choose a map.

Would you prefer a bustling city or rolling green hills?

Just as your faithful hero thought!

I feel like a superhero whenever I fight on the city map. Even though your faithful hero actually is a superhero, of course! Ha-ha-ha!

Let's defeat all the enemies and defend the city! It's just like what Muscipula does! Just thinking about it gets my blood pumping!

What!? It's almost as if you've been possessed by Saya!

Alright, alright! Let's begin.

Pew-pew-pew! Let me at 'em!

I need backup, Leader!

Huuuuh? Were we too hasty!? I lost again! No way! It can't end like this... One more game! I'll sleep when we win one!

An exam after playing games all night? Is there no justice in the world!?

We messed up...

Leader, Leader! I saved our progress from last night.

We can carry on after the exam!

Hmn-hmn-hmn! Ha-ha-ha! Tremble before me, Wheel of Destiny! Today, no obstacle shall stand in my way! The Great Hero Nina is ready for action!

It's just an amusement park! This'll be a piece of cake!

Mwa-ha-ha-ha-ha! Behold! Gaze upon the heroic image of the Great Hero Nina!

Today is destined to go down in history, because on this day, Nina will obliterate all known records of valorous feats!

I don't often come to the amusement park, but today I shall officially pass this stage!

I'm fully prepared! Look! Victory lies ahead!

Let me just check the amusement park strategy guide again...

In terms of the best route, the most tactical option would be to go for the Zero-G Drop first!

Come on! Let's stand at the top of the amusement park and let rip a mighty battle cry at the world below!

Ahhhhhhhh!

It's so high! It all happened so fast, I didn't even have time to enjoy the scenery from up there!

Ha-ha-ha-ha! Look at these trembling legs! Ah! This must be the joy of our first victory kicking in!

Everything is going according to plan!

There's no time to waste! Attack the next stronghold immediately!

This time, we'll conquer this place in one fell swoop! It's time for the roller coaster!

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! That was so exciting! That was even more fun than last time!

I feel like I've become the wind itself! The Great Hero Nina has conquered the mechanical python!

...Oh... Cough, cough... Don't worry... This is the toll of battle...

Nina... Don't give up! Give it your all, for victory is at hand!

Let me see... Our next goal is the... carousel!

Hmmm... It seems another great challenge awaits. The Great Hero Nina shall dominate you!

This is the hero's journey! Marvel at the Great Hero Nina galloping on her steed!

This moment will forever be engraved in the pages of history! Ha-ha-ha!

Causalities are an unavoidable part of war... Don't worry, Leader, I'll negotiate with the enemy later!

For now, let's just enjoy the fight! Giddy up!

Now... we face our final challenge!

Endless reincarnation between realms that wear away a hero's very essence, like a dream that never ends!

Come! You shall be the last obstacle for the Great Hero Nina to clear before ascending the throne of victory!

Huh? You think you can escape? Too terrified to face the Great Hero Nina?

You think this mighty hero will let you go? Impossible!

Ferris wheel... Here I come!!!

Under the Great Hero Nina's leadership, the duo emerge triumphant! You must be happy, right Leader!? Come on, let Nina lead you down the path of glory!

Now, let's head to the last stage!

Uh-huh, today's adventure was the best ever, Leader! You're the most reliable sidekick a girl could ask for!

Let's do battle again in the future! I mean, there are loads more amusement parks waiting for us! Glory awaits!