Uma Musume: Pretty Derby story · Character stories
Matikanetannhauser's story
7 scenes, 384 lines
1. A Warm and Fluffy Start
60 linesTaiyaki! Taiyaki! Get yer taiyaki hot and steamin' right off the press! This'll be today's last!
Excuse me, can I get that...
No no, you go ahead.
No, we kinda both got here at the same time and... Oh, I know!
Mm! Soft and flaky, chewy-gooey deliciousness. And now I'm stuffed!
Sorry for taking half of it.
Nah nah, snacks are even tastier when you share! And you're a trainer at the academy, yeah?
This has gotta be more than chance. Hopefully we get to meet again soon!
And just a few days later...
Meat buns, meat buns! Meet yer new favorite snack, my last remainin' meat bun!
Excuse me, can I get that...
One meat bun pleeease!
Huh?! Wh-wh-whoa, sorr, Geh, heeeh? It's you!
Ohohoho, I s'pose lightning can strike the same place twice. Shall we go halfsies today too? Heehee.
And after a few more days of our bellies crying out at the same time and place...
Oh, good morning! Hey hey, check out this pic!
Muhuhu. Somehow someway, I managed to snag that new spider plushie! Isn't he so cute?
We've become something like small talk buddies, and chats like this are common whenever we run into each other in the academy halls. Then one day...
Several students are engaged in ramp training, led by Mihono Bourbon.
First ramp dash complete. Commencing second dash.
Huff... huff... Is she really going for another? No waaay!
Phew... This is rough!
Nooo... waaay... Haaa... Urgh, and here I thought I finally... built up some stamina.
Though some of her peers seem to be quite spent, Matikanetannhauser presses behind Mihono Bourbon up the ramp once more.
Huff... huff... whew... huff!
Third run. Adding two hundred meters. Huff!
M-me toooo!
Huff... huff... phew... Couldn't quite... cut it... that time... Bourbon's really somethin' else... Wah!
Are you okay?
Ehe, I'm okay, I'm okay! My legs are just a little shaky. Looks like I've still got work to do.
Really? 'Cause you were pretty awesome up till those last three hundred meters. You were right on her tail!
Mihono Bourbon's regimen is known throughout the academy as being especially tough. Most students give up after one ramp dash.
(She's really got it where it counts. Just needs a bit of extra polish...)
A few days later...
Huff... huff... huff...
Hey, haven't they been at it for a while now? Like over two hours or something at this point? Looks like they're really serious about interval training.
Right behind, right behind, stay right... behind... Haaa, I'm totally at my limit!
Huff... huff... huff... I gotta stop! Thought I had a bit more stamina than that!
No, that was great! You put up a great fight, Machitan.
Oh, well thank ya very kindly! Hm? Oh! Now since when have you been standin' there?
Kinda wish you came when I was actually running at my best. I really thought I'd be able to finish that round, hehe.
But ya know, I really did pick up on some good long-distance tricks. Yeah, that was a pretty good sesh. Gotta jot these down before I forget...
I need to think of more ways to raise my stamina, and I should probably try out a form with less air resistance... Mun.
Oh yeah, while I've got you here, Trainer. Um, would you mind giving me some pointers?
My goal this month is to get tough! I wanna up my stamina and really work on building slow-twitch muscle!
She hands me her notebook, which I quickly take a look at. The training plan neatly notated on the calendar appears moderately tough.
This is some good stuff! Very detailed, too.
Ehehe, thank you very much.
To be honest, I don't think I quite have what it takes to compete with the best of the best yet. I'm trying not to push myself too hard.
I just want to do what I can for now, 'cause I know it'll all work out for me eventually!
...!
She's amazingly positive, hardworking, and down-to-earth. From the little bit that I've seen of her over the last few days, I feel like we would make a good team.
Even if she doesn't stand out so much yet, I know that she definitely has what it takes to shine.
Hm? Somethin' up?
Would you like to make a contract with me?
A contract? Oh, wait! Is this a scouting offer?
Yay, I definitely accept! A big welcome, comin' from me to you, my halfsies partner! Here's to sharing a lot more than just snacks!
While quite normal in many ways, Matikanetannhauser is just peculiar enough in others to ensure fun and fruitful days ahead.
2. A Glowing Endorsement
62 linesEverything's been going well since I've become Matikanetannhauser's trainer. As she gazes at the clouds today though, she has something on her mind.
Hm, I kinda want to mix it up with my training today...
Oh, but don't get me wrong! That isn't to say that your regimen isn't plenty stimulating enough!
It's just that I saw some really interesting training ideas on TV yesterday. Some runners actually do triathlons and even play tag!
(Huh. Something like that might be nice for a change.)
Indeed! And I've got just the idea for the both of you!
Oh, hey there, Director!
I happened to be strolling over yonder when I heard you speaking of novel training ideas. So listen to this!
How would you like to get in some cardio, improve upon your ingenuity on the track, and build up some mental fortitude, all while playing a game?
I speak of cops and robbers, of course!
Loving the idea, Matikanetannhauser enthusiastically ropes plenty of other participants into our special training session.
Look at all this space! I didn't even know that we had access to a field like this!
It appears you can make a special request to use these grounds if your training calls for it. We'll have no problem performing to our utmost here.
Let's get this party started! First, I'll explain the rules.
Five of us will make up the cop team, and five of us will be the robbers. The cops will try to catch the robbers within the time limit!
If even one robber manages to stay out of the cops' grasp when time's up, then their whole team wins! But if the cops catch all the robbers, then they win!
Robbers still on the loose can rescue captured teammates, so the cops gotta stay sharp until the very end.
The winners will be treated to a super schmancy parfait, so be sure to give it your all!
Rock, paper, scissors, shoot! Shoot! ...Shoot! ...Shoot!
All right, let's get to robbin'!
Yeah!
Our unit will apprehend these perps in record time. Officers, move out!
Right!
A heated game of cops and robbers begins. Certain crooks find themselves in the slammer without much recourse, however.
Grrr! This sucks, this sucks, this SUCKS! I almost got away too!
Too bad. I guess the local precinct really knows what they're doing. So who hasn't been caught yet... Whoa, only Tannhauser? Seriously?
Ah, but she can really put up a fight when her head's in the game. We can still win this! Keep it up, Tannhauser!
Huh? Maybe mayhaps I'm the only one left? Yikes, what do I do? Should I try to go save them? I'll have to get behind them somehow...
Hmm... Nothin' to it but to do it! Ei!
Hm? I saw someone duck into the bushes over there. After her!
Stop right there, Machitan! We've caught you red-handed!
Phew, they're way too sharp!
Huff... huff... Only a... little more... You should just turn yourself in!
Huff... huff... Master thief Machitan doesn't get caught so easily!
We've got plenty of officers rested and ready to tap in at multiple points. Give it up Tannhauser, you're finished.
Huff... huff... huff... huff... Ha... I don't... think sooo!
Oh, whoooa! Machitan's got some serious power! She just keeps juking 'em!
It's been almost twenty minutes straight of this. How is she not totally exhausted by now?
That's just the kind of runner Tannhauser is.
Huff... pant... wheeze...
We're getting nowhere, officers. We need a new formation...
And there's my opening! See ya!
Machitan! YES! She's comin' to save us! You seriously rock!
Huff... huff... huff... huff... Geh... Haaaaah!
The master thief manages to give her pursuers the slip and reach the jail, but then...
OUCH!
...She slams headfirst into a tree and crumples onto the grass.
Tannhauser, in custody!
Mumuu... I was so close to getting away with it too...
Still, that was one heck of a fight. Good on you for pushing so hard.
The players on both teams are moved at having witnessed Tannhauser's display of willpower and grit.
Muh... That's frustrating. I feel like I was so close, but I can never seem to win in the end.
Is that so?
Yeah. Even back in my days at the junior club, I would sometimes get sick before races, not to mention the nosebleeds... It's always something.
Indeed! Matikanetannhauser can be a little slapdash.
Director! We just got back from the game! Wait, "slapdash"?
That's right! Though I think we can say that's a story of the past! Not all can claim to face such lofty ambitions with as steady a mind as you.
I see only the brightest of light emanating from our future star! I'm expecting great things, and that is all I have to say! Ha ha ha!
And she's off...
Ehehe, that really helps. The director actually comes out to cheer me up when I'm feeling down quite often.
The director's words about Tannhauser ring true to me. I've got to make sure she gets her chance to accomplish great things.
Together with that amazing performance in today's cops and robbers game, I can't help but feel a renewed sense of excitement for her future.
3. Yum, Yum, Mun!
50 linesThe next scrimmage is a 1,800-meter turf run. The track is still a bit damp from last night's rain, so we might see some unexpected results!
One, two, three, four. Two, two, three, hey! Three, two, three, four. Four, two, three, hey!
Tannhauser is taking part in a scrimmage race today. Among her opponents are the formidable Mihono Bourbon and Rice Shower.
She hasn't made much of a name for herself yet, so there aren't many cheers for her.
Oh, so Machitan's running today, I see! I heard that she did really great in that special training session the other day.
Yeah, and not only that, she even managed to keep up with Bourbon and Rice in group sessions!
(Looks like she has some fans.)
It would appear that word's getting out about our ambitious little friend.
Machitan! Go for it!
Stirred by Twin Turbo's hearty words of encouragement, cheers begin to ring out from the stands.
Wowie, now there's some pressure! All right, head in the game, me. I'm gonna win this!
Head held high after the boost from the crowd, Matikanetannhauser heads for the starting gate.
Mihono Bourbon with a five-... six-... seven-length lead! The fight for second place is heating up!
Mihono Bourbon prevails with a wide lead in the homestretch, and Matikanetannhauser is unable to overtake Rice Shower for second place.
Mihono Bourbon is way out front! It's a landslide victory!
I kind of thought that Machitan would, well... stand out a little bit more than that...
Amidst the thunderous applause for Mihono Bourbon, barely a word escapes the mouths of those who had been cheering for my partner.
(I really thought we had it this time... I hope she's okay.)
Sigh... Sorry, Trainer. It looks like I still got a long ways to go.
I wonder if the mushy turf ended up hurting me a bit. I'll need to build even more leg muscle... somehow.
Thinking about how disappointed Tannhauser must be, I resolve to get back to the drawing board to build a new regimen. But then...
I'm feeling positively peckish right about now. Think I'll head to the cafeteria! Ehe, wonder what I should get. Udon's sounding pretty yummy, I think.
(...Now?)
Time to dig in!
We begin to eat lunch without one word about the morning's race. I wonder if my concern is somewhat misplaced.
Hm? What's up? You're kinda starin' off into space.
It's just that... I thought you might be feeling a bit down...
Feeling down? Because of what?
I guess she's completely moved on. I choose my next words carefully so as not to cause any undue stress.
Oh, so that's it! It's true that I was pretty disappointed right after the race, but that means I just have to keep practicing and improving.
So... yeah. No time to dwell on that when I could be dwelling on this bowl of noodles instead. And on how to adjust my training plan, of course!
Oh, these carrot bits are dee-lish!
(How can she be acting so normal about all this?)
Oh yeah, I get that.
Hey, everyone! Whaddya get?
Pretty sure I get exactly what your trainer here's thinking. You were probably wondering how she can act all normal after something like that, right?
Tannhauser's always the calmest of the bunch out on the track.
Surely you've never seen her cry or fuss when things don't go her way during training, yes?
That's certainly true, now that I think about it.
Ehe, I'm okay, I'm okay! My legs are just a little shaky. Looks like I've still got work to do.
Really? 'Cause you were pretty awesome up till those last three hundred meters. You were right on her tail!
Huff... huff... huff... huff... Ha... I don't... think sooo!
It's been almost twenty minutes straight of this. How is she not totally exhausted by now?
She's always acted really... normal.
People don't seem to pick up on that about her. I doubt she's even thought that hard about it.
Wait... wait... Did you just compliment me?
That's simply how she is, so please continue to look after our dear friend.
Oho, come on now. What are you two? My parents?
They might not be her parents, but they have shown me a little more of Matikanetannhauser's hidden greatness.
Her tenacity seldom wavers, and that's a sort of strength few can achieve.
4. A Long-Awaited Matikane Victory
48 linesUp and at 'em, once again! I'm off for the first run!
I'm beginning to recognize more and more just how composed Tannhauser remains during our training sessions.
Huff... huff... huff... I know that I need to build up some more stamina, but my body can't seem to keep up...
Oh well, nothing to it but to keep trying! Can we do this again tomorrow?
She acknowledges her shortcomings easily and tends not to let them frustrate her. She even takes it a step further sometimes...
Considering your options... I think you should focus on accelerating faster as you complete the last turn.
Nod, nod. I see, I see! Thanks muchly!
She proactively seeks advice from her rivals without her pride being hurt one bit.
It's often said that one requires exceptional drive, persistence, motivation, and even luck to make it in the racing world.
Many might think that for someone as seemingly normal as Tannhauser, this would be a treacherous path in life.
(However...)
Aaand I'm back! All righty, what's next for today?
The Tracen Meet's tomorrow, so I wanna make sure I'm in tippy-top shape for my rematch with Bourbon.
If you can make it this far and still be "normal"... Well, that has to be special in its own right.
Really looking forward to what you've got for us!
Wh-what's with that all of a sudden? Come on... You're making me blush!
Never letting her emotions hold her back... Pushing forward with a smile on her face... Her potential is practically limitless.
The next day at the Tracen Meet, Matikanetannhauser is warming up for her 1,600-meter rematch with the lauded Mihono Bourbon.
I think we can all remember the incredible lead Mihono Bourbon won with at her last scrimmage. The excitement is palpable!
Oh, looks like Matikanetannhauser's running today too. She couldn't quite make it last time, but I wonder how she'll do today.
...Mun. Couldn't quite make it last time, but this is this time! I'll be taking first. Ei, ei, mun!
All of our runners have entered the gates... The 1,600-meter turf race starts now!
Mihono Bourbon is in second place. Matikanetannhauser is in fifth place and has already passed the 600-meter mark!
Huff... huff... huff...
The runners are entering the fourth corner. Mihono Bourbon runs in second on the outside. Is anyone prepared for a final push?
(Okay, here's where I speed up to catch her!)
Haaaaa!
Mihono Bourbon is in the lead. Mihono Bourbon is in the lead with 200 meters to go!
(Wh-what the heck is up with her crazy acceleration?! No... Even so...)
"Really looking forward to what you've got for us!"
The leader is still Mihono Bourbon! 100 meters remain!
Haaaaa!
Everyone's hot on her tail! Can they overtake her? No, Mihono Bourbon prevails as she crosses the finish!
No doubt about it, Mihono Bourbon is here to stay!
And did you see that performance by Matikanetannhauser? She might have finished fourth, but she kept up right until the end! Might have to keep an eye on her!
Huff... huff... huff... Ehehe!
Whew, thanks so much! I only came in fourth, but you still want to treat me?
Speaking of... Too bad about that last race. Looks like the big leagues evade me still.
You ran well, Machitan.
Yeah, thanks a lot. Ehe, you know, I still feel like I got something out of that race to help me grow even more!
I can't really explain it, but it's gotten me pretty fired up to keep on going, too.
And when I think about how you're looking forward to what I've got in store, I get even more pumped!
Is that right?
I guess it's pretty normal to turn words of encouragement into power to succeed, but I can't help but be surprised.
I'm starting to think that meeting you was one of the luckiest things to ever happen to me, heehee.
Let's get right back to the grind tomorrow. But for now... halfsies!
5. Another Lighthearted, Leisurely Day
41 linesTwas a good day, good day! Today's a great day! Ehehe!
Matikanetannhauser strolls into my office just before the day's training session, a satisfied smile on her face.
Did some shopping, I see!
Right you are! I've got rainbow octopi, scallop strips, and even tokoroten, the honorable seaweed jelly and eighth of the Seven Gods of Fortune!
Excuse me, what?
Ehehe! ♪ I mean that I enjoyed them all! The octopi, scallops, and the eighth of the Seven Gods of Fortune, you know!
Still unsure of exactly what she is saying, I press her for more information.
Let's start at the beginning. Twin Turbo was telling me all about these rainbow-colored octopus gummies she likes, so I went to the store with her!
We procured the multicolored mollusks, and whaddya know!
On the package it says that only the luckiest will find an ultra-rare crab gummy hiding in the bag.
We ommed and nommed on those opulent octos until we turned up two crabs! One for each of us!
After that, I went to buy some scallop strips with Nature at the nearby shopping street. They really hit the spot during our tea time!
One of the nice ladies who works there was kind enough to brew us some tea that went perfectly with our fishy snacks.
I need to start calling her Super-Nice Nature or something, because she let me have the last one!
Chewing on just one of those scallop strips gives you enough time to really ponder life's most pressing questions...
And finally just before, I went to do some fortune hunting with Fukukitaru! We crossed vast fields and crested great mountains, and finally...
An immense discovery! Who knew that tokoroten was right up there after Daikoku-ten and Ebisu-ten as the eighth of the Seven Gods of Fortune!
Fukukitaru did say that only we were privy to this info so far, so do try to keep this a secret for now.
But what a blessing! We had little choice but to devour the most holy of jellies, prayerfully, of course.
You know, I'm really lucky to have such nice friends.
I can't help but wonder how she's still ready to get right into training after such a busy day.
Any normal person would be absolutely exhausted after all of that.
Are you okay for training? Aren't you tired?
Huh? Not at all! I didn't even leave the neighborhood! Still full of energy over here. See? Could a tired person do this?
Her little jig is much more convincing than I care to admit. In fact, she somehow looks even more energetic than usual.
I may need to stop letting things like this surprise me so much.
You might be the liveliest person I know.
Really? I think I'm pretty normal, but hearing that does make me feel a little special, ehehe!
Oh hey, want some octopi? I've still got plenty!
Wait a sec, where'd they get off to? Hey, come on out, octo buds! Oooctopi!
Crash!
Gwah!
Tumble tumble
Bwa haaaaa?!
Tannhauser has an unfortunate run-in with a table, and the octopi gummies that were resting upon it are now scattered on the floor.
As she stands up, it is plain to see by her nosebleed that the table had the upper hand in this bout.
Ouchie ouchie, ob gourse dis would happen. Sniff.
Are you okay?!
Yeb, neber been better! Dis happens all da time. Sniffle.
Ah, but look at all ma poor octo buds! Sorry, I'll come sabe you now!
And this was supposed to be her lucky day, too. Still, I'm glad that I can be there for her, in more ways than one.
6. Giving It a Spin
63 linesHm hm hm! ♪ Now where are they? Maybe they're already here?
I happen upon Matikanetannhauser on a weekend stroll through the park.
Oh, Trainer! Out for a bit of fresh air?
Yep!
Well ain't that a coinkydink! I'm here waiting for some friends myself...
Ah, there they are now! Everyone! Hey there!
I take a look in the direction she's waving and see a bunch of grinning kids quickly approaching.
Hi there, Machitan!
Yo, Machi! What you got planned for us today? Cops and robbers? Tag? I'm pretty fast, so I'm good for anything!
(The friends she mentioned are all these kids?)
Let's see then... How about some tag in that case? Get ready! Rock, paper, scissors, pyoi!
Looks like I'm "it"! I'm gonna getcha, so you better get runnin'!
(As energetic as always.)
I start to feel exhausted, and I'm just watching. Even after wrapping up their game, Matikanetannhauser looks no less energetic than when she started.
Whew, now that was some serious fun! I hope everyone's gotten home okay.
The kids have all gone home for lunch, leaving just myself and Tannhauser in the park.
Geh, that's right! Lunchtime! No goodie good, I almost forgot!
About what?
Oh ho ho, piqued your curiosity, have I? Would you like to tag along, then? We could go halfsies!
I follow behind until we arrive at the shopping street. It's unusually crowded today, and the air is filled with excited shouts and the echo of handbells.
Howdy there! I would like to give your raffle a shot, ma'am. I have tons of tickets!
(I see now. There's a raffle promotion going on.)
Oh, if it isn't Machitan! Pep in your step like always, I see! Step on over here for the raffle.
I knew we'd be seein' ya today, Machitan!
Now let's see how many tickets you've got there... Haha, you're one of our best customers all right! Come and pull as much as your sweet little heart wants!
There are dozens of decorated boxes lined up on a table set up for the event. Matikanetannhauser reaches her hand into one of them and pulls a lot.
Here goooooes!
Let's see here... Oof, it's fourth tier. Too bad, but you do get to pick a candy!
Mumu. I'm really after that Arach-kid costume, so there's no stopping here. Plenty more tickets where that came from. I've got this!
Yeah, you've got this!
Hmm... Darn, fourth tier again. Go ahead and pick another candy.
Oh? Another fourth tier. No worries, though! Again, again, again!
How's about this?!
Too bad. Fourth tier.
Next! Take that!
Too bad! Another fourth tier for you!
Just one ticket left... What'll it be, Machitan?
Huff... huff... pant... Gulp. Yeah, okay. Let's do this!
Don't worry, dear! You can do it! I believe!
She's right! There's no way you're losin' out now after all those pulls. You've got this!
You've got this for sure!
The final lot is drawn!
...It's fourth tier.
Sigh. Sorry, Trainer. I was planning on going halfsies with you on the Arach-kid costume and everything...
Wait, now that I think about it, how exactly would that work? Oh well! Why don't we head back?
Hey, wait right there, Machitan!
Here's a little something for your persistence. There's enough ice cream in there for the two of ya, so go ahead and split it!
Whoa, really? That's so nice! Thanks, pops. I'll be back again soon!
As Tannhauser waves goodbye to all of the people at the shopping street, I can tell that she hasn't lost a single ounce of her cheerful spirit.
I head to the gym early the next day to make sure our equipment is ready for our scheduled strength training.
Ei, mun! Ei, mun! Ei, ei, mun!
But it seems that Tannhauser has beaten me there by what looks like a good deal of time.
Heh heh heh! Should I hit the treadmill next? Or maybe the dumbbells? I think I can hear those barbells calling my name too.
Yesterday's not weighing you down, eh?
Ehehe, not at all! I bet I could bench that weight, actually. Mun!
Was it good to see all your friends yesterday?
You betcha! I always feel like I get a full charge after playing with the kids and doing a bit of shopping.
Ehehe, I can't wait 'til next weekend. Wonder what we'll play? Hm hm hm! ♪
Matikanetannhauser can make friends with almost anyone she meets, and those connections seem to give her all the energy she could ever need.
7. A Warm and Sparkly Summer Camp
60 linesHaa, haa, HAAAAA!
Whew, feels real good out here! Gotta get more used to runnin' on the bumpy sand, though.
Why don't you take a break for now?
No, I'm doing just fine! In fact, I feel like I could keep running forever! The ocean works in mysterious ways, hehe.
Oh, and there's gonna be a festival tonight. Gotta give my all in training before I get distracted by that. Up, up, and away!
Our summer training camp is going well so far. In addition to our daily sessions, we've been making a point to enjoy ourselves when we can.
We've already indulged in some shaved ice at the beach house, and have even built a sand castle or two. Tonight's festival is bound to be another highlight.
I've worked up quite a sweat today! I'm real tempted to go frolic amongst the waves, but that'll have to wait! Off for another lap!
After our training is complete, I return by myself to the inn with time to spare before the festival.
(I think I'll take a little nap.)
It's not often that the lobby is this empty. No one should mind if I lie down on the sofa for a bit.
Phew, now that was a good splash! The ocean here really is the best! ♪ So nice and cool...
Hehe, let's go back for round two, Ah, wait! Gotta prep for the festival. Off I go, off I go.
All righty, done changing! Got everything I need? Probably! All that's left is to find...
Mumu? Sleeping soundly? It's not bedtime yet, so... a nap?
Oh, today must've been really tiring I guess?
(Makes sense. We're out there training every day, and we always make time for some hermit crab-hunting...)
(Could all of that have been a bit too much?)
(Okay, it's on me now to provide a recharge! Firstly...)
(...What should I do first? How do I even maintain my energy levels?)
(Oh, that's right!)
Twas a good day, good day! Today's a great day! Ehehe!
You know, I'm really lucky to have such nice friends.
Yo, Machi! What you got planned for us today? Cops and robbers? Tag? I'm pretty fast, so I'm good for anything!
Let's see then... How about some tag in that case? Get ready! Rock, paper, scissors, pyoi!
Don't worry, dear! You can do it! I believe!
She's right! There's no way you're losin' out now after all those pulls. You've got this!
You guys... Thank you! This one's for all the marbles... Here goes!
(Right. It's thanks to all of my friends that I can manage to be so cheerful. Now to share some of it with Trainer in the same way!)
I had only intended to take a nap, but upon waking up, I can tell that I was sleeping for a good while.
I open my eyes to find heaps of food and trinkets on the table in front of me. Roasted carrots, yakisoba bread, and even novelty fans...
What's going on?
Oh, Trainer! G'morning!
Uh...
Wondering about this stuff? They're gifts from everyone that are sure to amp you up!
Wait, what?
Well, you were fast asleep, yeah? It seems you were really tuckered out, so I was hoping to find ways to give you an energy boost.
I get all of my energy from others, so I thought I could get some of them to share their energy with you too.
Do you remember from before?
Turbo was nice enough to share those rare crab gummies with me, and Nature even let me have the last scallop strip.
Fukukitaru even said some victory prayers for me when we were eating the seaweed jelly! The kids at the park and the shopping street folks...
You always say I've got lots of energy, but I don't think I'd be that way if I was alone. Everyone's always so nice to me, and that's where I get my drive to keep on going.
So I wanted you to experience the same thing! I hope it's gotten you supercharged!
She's right. I certainly have noticed just how much everyone's kindness keeps the embers of her heart burning strong.
Mun, mumumu! Gather to me, spirits of vim and vigor! Energetic, energizing energy blaaast!
As she hits me with her energy beam, I take another look at the table. There's no rhyme or reason to how the items are laid out.
But I can feel the warmth emanating from each of them, the kindness of many.
Whoa, that energy beam worked wonders!
Really? Feelin' pumped up again?
Yep, super pumped!
Phew, good! That's a relief.
Oh, but hey, is all this stuff actually enough? Anything else you want? I should be able to get anything pretty easily!
After I let her know that I'm okay, she traipses around for a bit naming off the various things she thinks I'll like, which is also invigorating in its own way.
Wow, just look at this sea of people! The shores ring with their voices! This is one happening festival, no doubt about it!
Matikanetannhauser is right at home within the lively festival atmosphere.
Mambo, mambo! Do the festival mambo!
Hm? What's that all about?
Heh heh heh. It's a special festival cheer that my dad taught me. Wanna do it together?
Heave-ho, mambo! Do the festival mambo! Back and forth now, back and forth, do the festival mambo!
She clearly receives as much love from her family as she does from everyone else. And I'm looking forward to the fun days ahead being part of her life too.