Zero no Tsukaima // <What If> [Lorebook-V.End]

1-> Scenario:

Start of the journey:

Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: Summoned by Louise.

The second year of Tristain Academy of Magic is upon us. The black‐cloaked sophomores gather at the Academy’s Polygon, a large open training ground, for the familiar summoning class led by Professor Jean Colbert, a tall, kindly Square‐class fire mage and alchemy expert who has mentored this ceremony for over twenty years. Students take turns casting the ritual that will bind them to a lifelong companion. Each can only perform it once in their lifetime.

Kirche von Zerbst, Louise’s long‐time rival from the fire‐affinity Zerbst clan, has just summoned her salamander, Flame, and is stroking its scales with a smug smile. Tabitha, real name Charlotte, a quiet wind‐water mage from Galia, has called forth her massive blue wind rhyme dragon, Sylphid, which now crouches calmly nearby. Many of Louise’s classmates have obtained impressive familiars.

Kirche: "Time to show what you can do. Can you summon someone better than this baby?" She teases Louise, stroking her fire salamander.

Louise: "Hmph! Of course I can." Louise sulks and turns her head to the side, ignoring the laughter and whispers about her past magical failures and her nickname, ‘Louise the Zero’.

Everyone is laughing and whispering that she’s going to fail as usual, or blow up the hall again. Determined to prove she’s good for something, Louise grips her wand, recites a strange incantation, and... there’s another explosion. A cloud of dust rolls across the Polygon.

The students chuckle and wave their hands to push the dust away from their faces. As it clears, the class gasps, Louise has summoned a human.

Louise, in an irritated and incredulous voice: "H‐h‐human!?" Malicorne, a chubby, white‐haired earth mage with an owl familiar, leans forward: “Looks like it... and from the look of him, a commoner."

Kirche: "You’re as astounding as ever. There is no limit to your self‐confidence. Who would have thought you would summon a commoner?" She spreads her arms theatrically, enjoying the moment.

Louise: "Professor Colbert, this is an accident! Let me try again, I’m sure I can do it!" Her cheeks burn with shame at the thought of having such a familiar. Colbert, still puzzled, glances at the uncomprehending {{?}} lying on the ground:

Colbert: "Khm... I’m sorry, but this ritual can only be performed once in a lifetime. It’s never happened before, but you’ll have to use this commoner as your familiar." He spreads his arms and shrugs.

Not receiving a satisfactory answer, Louise accepts her fate. She approaches {{?}} and, to seal the contract, kisses him directly on the lips. A burning sensation flares on {{?}}’s hand as the familiar’s rune appears, glowing against his skin...

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2-> Scenario:

Start of the journey:

Inside the plane, In Kingdom of Tristain: The battle and Solar eclipse.

Under the darkened sky of a solar eclipse, the final battle against the forces of Albion reached its desperate climax over the skies of Halkeginia. Having abandoned his chance to return home to his original world, {{?}} chose instead to dive straight into the war zone aboard the “Zero Fighter” to protect the village of Tarbes and the realm from destruction. Snuck aboard with the help of Sylphid, Louise sat squeezed inside the narrow cockpit directly in front of {{?}}, holding on tightly as he navigated the aerial battlefield through hordes of enemy dragon knights. Princess Henrietta at her camp on land, watching the battle and issuing orders on the ground, alongside her knights and mages from the kingdom.

High above the clouds, the air roars with the deafening hum of the plane's propeller engine, the bitter chill of high-altitude winds, and the distant booms of magical artillery. The scent of aviation fuel and scorched metal fills the cockpit as giant airships and dragon riders clash all around them. Through the chaotic sky, Jean-Jacques Francis de Wardes swoops down on the back of a wind dragon, his face twisted in ruthless determination as he channels his “Wind Magic”.

Wardes: "Gandálfr! This time, I will finish you and your legend once and for all!"

Slicing through the sky, sharp blades of wind burst around the “Zero Fighter”, grazing the fuselage and cutting into {{?}}'s body as he violently banks the aircraft to dodge the lethal volley. Bleeding from his wounds, {{?}} pulls hard on the control stick, executing sharp turns and acrobatic maneuvers through a barrage of enemy attacks to buy precious seconds. In his mind, noble status, ancient legends, and societal class hold no meaning—his sole, fierce determination is to keep Louise safe from harm.

As {{?}}'s blood trickles onto the controls, the ancient “Gandálfr” runes on his hand ignite with a brilliant, blinding light. Resting beside them inside the cockpit, the living sword “Derflinger” begins to pulse with intense magical energy, its voice echoing in response.

Derflinger: "Partner! Your blood has awakened the sleeping power! Master, hear the call of the Void!"

Overwhelmed by the sight of {{?}}'s injuries and the sheer resonance of the runes, Louise enters a deep, unconscious trance. An immense, ethereal pressure gathers around her slender frame as she instinctively grips her wand, resonating completely with the sword and the runes of “Gandálfr”.

Louise: '...'

A massive swirl of volatile, raw magic begins to concentrate at the tip of her wand, swelling in intensity and gathering power so immense it rattles the entire cockpit—a spell capable of obliterating even the massive flagship of the Albion fleet hovering in the distance. However, the energy requires crucial moments to charge to its breaking point.

3-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

Bedroom of Louise, in Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain.

An exhausting ordeal had finally come to an end after Louise accidentally ingested a potent “Love Potion”, completely altering her personality into an excessively affectionate, clingy maiden. Under the spell's influence, she repeatedly declared her love for {{?}}, hugged him constantly, forbade him from interacting with other women, and even stripped down to her lingerie on her bed for him. Desperate to revert her behavior and resolve misunderstandings with Siesta, {{?}} blackmailed Montmorency into formulating a cure, which required a tear from a Water Spirit at Lake Lagdorian. After a tense encounter alongside Guiche, Kirche, and Tabitha—where {{?}} earned the Water Spirit's trust as the legendary “Gandálfr” by promising to retrieve its stolen treasure—he secured the tear and brought it back to the academy.

Montmorency successfully synthesized the antidote, and Louise consumed it, breaking the magical enchantment. However, as night settled over Tristain Academy, the full weight of her actions crashed back into her consciousness. Every embarrassing declaration, affectionate cuddle, and shameless display replayed in her mind with horrific clarity. Consumed by mortifying shame, her panic instantly erupted into violent, irrational anger, prompting her to grab her “Riding Whip” to punish {{?}}.

The quiet bedroom is illuminated only by the soft, silvery moonlight filtering through the window, casting long shadows across the stone floor. {{?}} sits slumped against the cold bedroom wall, sore and exhausted after taking several sharp blows. Blocking the only exit, Louise stands near the door in her “Pink Ruffled Nightgown”, her face burning tomato-red with absolute embarrassment as her hands tremble.

Louise: 'I kissed him?! I held his hand?! I laid on the bed in my lingerie for a commoner?! Oh Divine Powers, I want to disappear right now!'

Unable to cope with the humiliating memories flashing through her head, Louise stomps her foot furiously, her pink wavy hair flailing as she raises her “Riding Whip” and points it aggressively at {{?}}.

Louise: "You idiot! You filthy, useless dog! What kind of sick joke did you play on me?!"

Louise: 'There's no way I would ever do those things on my own! It's impossible! It has to be his fault somehow!'

Screaming at the top of her lungs to drown out her own embarrassment, Louise advances toward {{?}}, cracking her “Riding Whip” against the floor with a sharp snap, cornering him against the wall.

Louise: "Don't just sit there looking at me like that! You must have engineered this whole thing just to humiliate me! How dare you make me act like that, you stupid dog?!"

With her face burning bright red and tears of pure mortification welling in her eyes, Louise raises the “Riding Whip” high above her head, taking a sudden step forward toward {{?}} as he remains pinned against the wall.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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*Charming Fairies Inn, in Kingdom of Tristain:

Following the successful reclamation of Saxe-Gotha by Queen Henrietta's royal army, Scarron's traveling tavern, the “Charming Fairies”, was temporarily set up near the encampment to serve soldiers and allies. Beneath the celebration, tension simmered between Louise and {{?}} due to mutual misunderstandings regarding noble expectations and commoner duty. When Queen Henrietta requested a covert reconnaissance flight, Louise stubbornly chose Julio Chesaré as her partner instead of {{?}}—who was busy maintaining the “Zero Fighter”—leaving him baffled by her sudden coldness.

Seeking to understand her servant's mind, Louise retreated upstairs to consult the talking sword “Derflinger”, who cheekily advised her to try adopting a servant's perspective to get closer to him. Flustered and desperate, Louise awkwardly squeezed into a skimpy “Cat Outfit” inside the room, only for Guiche, Julio, and Scarron to accidentally walk in and witness her mortifying cosplay. Driven out of the room by sheer embarrassment, Louise changed back into her noble clothes and headed downstairs, where the tavern patrons teasingly praised her surprisingly bold nature.

The main floor of the “Charming Fairies” is lively and warm, illuminated by glowing iron chandeliers and filled with the clatter of ale mugs, loud laughter, and the rich scent of hearty tavern stew. At a central wooden table, Guiche dramatically recounts an exaggerated tale of his near-death bravery while showing off his military medal to Julio, Scarron, and Tabitha, while Louise sits stiffly beside them with her face still burning tomato-red from her earlier exposure.

Suddenly, inspired by Louise's daring display, Siesta emerges from the back room wearing a revealing white “Bunny Outfit” complete with long bunny ears, fluffy cuffs, and a tail. Without a moment's hesitation, Siesta bounds across the wooden floor and pounces directly onto {{?}}, wrapping her arms tightly around his torso.

Siesta: "{{?}}! Pyon~"

Siesta: 'If Lady Louise can be so bold in showing her feelings, I won't let myself be left behind!'

Scarron rests his chin on his hand with a dramatic smile, while Guiche nearly chokes on his drink at the sudden display. Sitting across the table, Louise's eyes widen in absolute shock, her face flushing even deeper with a explosive mix of lingering embarrassment and fiery jealousy.

Louise: "S-Siesta?! What in the world are you doing?!"

Louise: 'How dare she jump on him like that right in front of everyone?! And why is he just standing there letting her hug him?!'

Clinging tightly to {{?}} in her “Bunny Outfit”, Siesta beams up at him with affectionate devotion, completely ignoring the surrounding crowd.

Siesta: "I won't lose to Lady Louise when it comes to showing how much I care about you!"

Louise slams her hands onto the table and pushes her chair back, glaring intensely at {{?}} as Siesta remains wrapped tightly around him in the middle of the crowded tavern floor, waiting to see how he will react.

While all of this was unfolding on the ground, an inside attack was taking place. Using the artifact known as the Ring of Andavari, Sheffield manipulated some of Henrietta’s troops into attacking the city from within.

4-> Scenario:

Start of the journey:

Kingdom of Tristain's border with the territory of Albion: The Battle Against the 70,000 Soldiers.

Driven by a desperate vow to protect the girl he loved, {{?}} made the ultimate choice. After discovering Louise's plan to sacrifice herself against the invading Albion army, he slipped a “Sleeping Potion” into her wine during their quiet toast, entrusting her unconscious body to Julio Chesaré. As Queen Henrietta, her royal troops, and Louise were evacuated high above the clouds aboard a royal airship, Louise awoke mid-flight. Learning from Julio of {{?}}'s sacrifice, her world shattered in horror as she clung to the edge of the vessel, watching the glowing petals of “Life-Binding Flower”—the very flower they had bought together—begin to flicker and dim erratically, signaling that {{?}} was fighting for his life below.

Cut to the border of Tristain and Albion: the muddy, desolate battlefield where {{?}} stands entirely alone to hold the line and buy crucial time for the retreating forces.

The sky overhead is heavy and dark, filled with the thunderous roar of marching boots, clanking steel armor, and the ominous chants of enemy spellcasters. The air smells intensely of wet earth, smoke, and ozone. Stretching across the entire horizon is an intimidating sea of 70,000 enemy soldiers, dragon knights, and elite magic squads, all advancing with lethal intent.

Gripping the hilt of “Derflinger” until his knuckles turn white, {{?}} stands his ground in the center of the muddy plain, ignoring his fatigue as the ancient runes on his hand pulse with faint magical light.

Derflinger: "Partner... facing an army of seventy thousand all by yourself while the little lady escapes on that ship? You really are a complete idiot, you know that?"

Derflinger: 'But I guess that's exactly why you're the true Gandálfr.'

At the front of the massive vanguard, an Albion commander raises his sword, pointing it directly at the solitary boy standing in their path.

Albion Commander: "Forward! Crush the lone commoner!"

With a deafening battle cry echoing across the valley, the front ranks of infantry and mounted knights surge forward. Taking a deep breath, {{?}} lowers his stance, drawing “Derflinger” back as he prepares to charge headfirst into the overwhelming horde.

5-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: The group returns, and Tiffania joins them. (Two scenario options).

Following the dramatic battle against the 70,000-strong Albion army, {{?}}'s temporary death, and his resurrection by the half-elf Tiffania Westwood, the group returned to Tristain. Although the familiar bond was temporarily severed by his death—causing the “Gandálfr” runes to vanish—the contract was renewed in a subsequent battle, restoring his powers. At the royal palace, Tiffania revealed her hidden royal lineage as the late Archduke of Albion's daughter and Queen Henrietta's cousin. Her Majesty officially reinstated {{?}}'s title of Knight and appointed Siesta as his personal maidservant. Following their audience, {{?}}, Louise, and Siesta departed the capital aboard a dragon-drawn flying carriage.

High in the azure sky, mountain breezes rustle through the suspended wooden basket. {{?}} wears his dark cloak over his tunic with “Derflinger” slung across his back, while Louise looks down in quiet contemplation and Siesta beams cheerfully in her maid uniform.

Siesta: "Look! We're almost back at the academy!"

Louise leans over the wooden railing, her pink hair swaying in the wind as the academy towers appear through the clouds.

Louise: "Ah, it really is the academy..."

Louise: 'So much has happened since we left... but he's still by my side as my knight and my familiar.'

As the dragon descends toward the grand courtyard, cheering students and trumpets welcome them. Guiche and the Knights of Undine stand in formation, waving enthusiastically as crowds surround the landing spot.

Derflinger: "Partner, looks like quite the welcoming party down there! You really turned into a grand noble hero, didn't you?"

The dragon lands gracefully on the cobblestones. However, days after their grand reception, Tiffania officially transferred to Tristain Magic Academy as an exchange student. Since elves face deep prejudice across Halkeginia, she must constantly wear a broad sunhat to hide her pointed ears. Meanwhile, {{?}}'s new knightly duties require long hours training with Guiche's order, sparking growing frustration and burning jealousy in Louise.

Days later, near the academy training grounds under the warm, orange glow of the setting sun, long golden shadows stretch across the stone archways. While students chatter nearby, Kirche leans gracefully against a pillar with an amused smirk, flicking her red hair as Louise stands beside her with arms crossed and a furious scowl.

Kirche: "Well, you certainly have a reason to be mad. {{?}} spends the entire day with the knights, doesn't he?"

Louise grinds her teeth, her pink hair flailing slightly as her eyes glare indignantly at the stone floor.

Louise: "That stupid dog... he ignores me all day just to play soldier with Guiche and his order!"

Louise: 'I was so happy when he came back alive... and now he barely even looks at me! It's completely unforgivable!'

At that moment, Tiffania Westwood appears in the open area of the courtyard. She wears her large sunhat and blonde hair loosely draped over her shoulders as she walks quickly across the cobbled floor. The motion causes her expansive chest to sway prominently, drawing the eyes of the other training knights who grow instantly envious as they realize she is coming to see {{?}}.

As Tiffania speeds up toward {{?}}, her broad sunhat dipping low, she unexpectedly catches her foot on an uneven stone. Flailing her hands for balance, she stumbles forward, her momentum carrying her directly into {{?}} and burying his face into her bosom in an awkward, accidental embrace. {{?}} waves his hands in surprise, his muffled voice struggling to speak.

Tiffania: "Ah! I-I'm so sorry, {{?}}! I didn't mean to fall!"

Flustered and blushing deeply, Tiffania quickly gets up and sits facing {{?}} directly on the soft grass, adjusting her broad sunhat as her blonde hair cascades around her shoulders.

Tiffania: "The truth is... I decided to come here as an exchange student because you motivated me, {{?}}."

Tiffania looks at {{?}} with a gentle, tranquil expression, her former anxiety about being in the academy softening into genuine happiness now that she knows he is by her side to protect her.

Over by the stone wall, Louise's scowl freezes as her eyes widen in absolute outrage. Seeing {{?}} and Tiffania sitting so closely on the grass, exchanging warm smiles right in front of her, the air around Louise begins to crackle with dangerous, volatile magic as she reaches for her wand.

Louise: "Y-You perverted, unfaithful dog! What do you think you're doing with Tifa?!"

With her face burning crimson with explosive rage and jealousy, Louise raises her wand directly toward {{?}}, as he frantically scrambles backward on the grass before her magic detonates.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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*Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: Alone with Tiffania, before Louise and Siesta find him.

Tiffania Westwood's integration at the Magic Academy proved turbulent after Beatrice uncovered her elf ears, sparking accusations of heresy due to societal prejudice. Although Louise intervened by pointing out that Beatrice lacked the authority for a witch trial, gentle Tiffania still expressed a earnest desire to be friends. Later in his office, Principal Osmond brushed the incident aside upon understanding Tiffania's simple wish to enjoy student life, before cheekily asking if rumors regarding her prominent bust were true. Following a physical confrontation where {{?}} sustained minor injuries, he was taken to the infirmary to rest.

The quiet infirmary is softly dimly lit as Tiffania steps inside, drawing the privacy curtains around the bed to create a shaded, intimate space. Sitting on the mattress beside {{?}}, her blonde hair cascades over her shoulders, her pointed ears fully exposed in the dim light. She looks at {{?}} with an earnest, innocent expression.

Tiffania: "People keep talking about it everywhere I go... and I don't know what to think."

Tiffania leans closer over {{?}} on the mattress, her expansive chest hovering just inches above his face as she places her hands on either side of him, blushing with total sincerity.

Tiffania: "I only have you that I can ask to do this! So... please, verify if they are real!"

Tiffania: 'Everyone is whispering about whether the rumors are true or not... If I want the truth, he is the only one I can turn to!'

She was embarrassed, but she still wanted them to be checked; however, because of her innocence, she didn't even consider the seriousness of what she was asking for.

With Tiffania leaning heavily over him on the bed and insistently demanding he check the truth of the rumors, {{?}} lies pinned against the mattress in the darkened room, caught completely off guard just moments before Louise and Siesta arrive at the curtain.

6-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

A region of mountains and sand, in border between Tristain and Gallia, in the Kingdom of Gallia.

Following Tabitha's abduction by King Joseph, {{?}}, Louise, and their allies launched an unauthorized rescue mission into Gallia, discovering Tabitha's twin Josette before successfully breaking through Alhambra's defenses to liberate Tabitha. The {{?}} group set out to rescue Tabitha even though Henrietta was against it and wouldn't let them go to Gallia, causing some members of the group to temporarily give up their noble titles to save her. As the group retreated toward the Tristain border, Louise fell into a deep emotional crisis, losing her ability to cast Void Magic out of fear that {{?}} only stayed with her due to the “Gandálfr” bond. Taking advantage of her powerlessness, Sheffield deployed a colossal Square-class ancient Golem, “Jörmungandr”, which brushed off attacks from Guiche, Kirche, and the surrounding mages while crushing the terrain under its massive stone fists.

To snap Louise out of her paralyzing despair and reignite her magical output, Tabitha suddenly stepped forward and kissed {{?}} directly on the lips right in front of her. The unexpected sight instantly ignited an explosive wave of jealousy and possessive rage within Louise, restoring her Void Magic in a surging aura of raw power. Recognizing the opening, Tabitha calmly directed Louise to concentrate her magic while the others drew the giant construct's attention.

The battlefield near the border is torn apart by smoke, artillery fire, and the deafening clashing of steel against rock. High above, Professor Colbert fires the heavy war cannon mounted on the floating “Ostland”, sending explosive shells detonating against the Golem's shoulder, while Tabitha rides “Sylphid” in swift aerial passes. On the ground, Guiche's stone knights, Kirche's fire magic, and {{?}} wielding “Derflinger” charge in unison, drawing the titan's glowing red gaze away from Louise.

Standing atop the Golem's massive collarplate with her arms crossed, Sheffield sneers down at the coordinated assault as the giant stone construct swat at the flying dragon and incoming cannon fire.

Sheffield: "It's time you pulled out your trump card, don't you think?"

Near the rear of the battle line, Tabitha lowers her ice staff slightly, turning her cool, blue eyes toward Louise as the pink aura of Void Magic crackles intensely around Louise's wand.

Tabitha: "Louise... use your magic on the Golem."

Louise steps forward, her face burning with leftover outrage and determination, locking her golden-brown eyes onto the colossal stone head of “Jörmungandr” as {{?}} delivers a sweeping strike at its ankles to keep it occupied.

Louise: 'I won't let some giant pile of rocks or anyone else destroy what's mine!'

Raising her wand high as the pink magical power reaches its peak, Louise begins chanting the incantation for “Dispel”, aiming the swelling sphere of Void Magic directly at the core of the ancient Golem while {{?}} and the airship hold the line.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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Balthazar Cathedral, in Romalia: After the final battle against Gallia.

Following Queen Henrietta's order, Louise, {{?}}, and Siesta traveled to Romalia aboard the Ostland to meet Pope Vittorio Serevare, who revealed that Louise, Tiffania, and himself were rare Void Mages destined to unite the realm against King Joseph of Gallia. After the stolen “Founder's Mirror” was used by Joseph in Aquileia to initiate a devastating assault with explosive fire stones, Joseph absorbed Louise's Void Magic to power a weapon of mass destruction. Joined by Tabitha, {{?}} launched a daring air rescue. Standing before the tyrant, Tabitha confronted her uncle with cold resolve for murdering her father and breaking her mother's heart, holding an explosive stone. In a tragic end, Sheffield—having kissed Joseph deeply while recalling their familiar contract—detonated the final stone in a suicidal act, killing them both.

Following the collapse of Joseph's madness and the recovery of the sacred artifact, the party returned to the grand palace hall of Romalia for a formal audience. Golden sunlight filters through the soaring arched windows, illuminating the long red carpet leading toward Pope Vittorio Serevare's royal throne, where Julio Chesaré stands vigil nearby.

Louise kneels gracefully on the red carpet before the Pope, raising both hands to present the recovered “Founder's Mirror” to His Holiness, while Tiffania, Siesta, Guiche, {{?}}, and Tabitha stand in respectful attendance behind her.

Louise: "Your Holiness... I hereby return the sacred “Founder's Mirror” to you."

Pope Vittorio gazes down gently from his throne, resting his hands on his robes as he accepts the ancient artifact.

Vittorio: "You have done exceptionally well, Maiden of Void. Thanks to your courage and your familiar's bravery, Gallia's threat has been quelled, and the Holy Empire remains intact."

The Pope lowers his gaze slightly, his calm expression shifting into a more somber, candid tone as he looks upon the gathered heroes.

Vittorio: "However, I must be completely truthful with all of you... The chaos that erupted was not entirely unforeseen. I allowed certain events to unfold to ensure the unification of Halkeginia's nations under the sacred cause."

Vittorio: 'To save this world from the great calamity ahead, hard choices and absolute unity are necessary... even if it means bearing the weight of suspicion.'

Hearing the Pope's unexpected confession, Louise looks up in surprise, while {{?}} stands quietly beside Tabitha on the carpet, keeping a watchful eye on the throne as he waits to see how the group responds.

7-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

Elven Council Chamber (Kasbah), in Adyl, the capital of Nephthys, in Nephthys: Abduction and Trial.

After Jeanette and the Elemental Brothers attacked {{?}}'s mansion to steal Louise's staff, a group of elf operatives used sleeping magic to abduct {{?}} and Tiffania, carrying them away as captives to Nephthys in the elf country. While Louise organized an unofficial rescue mission aboard the Ostland alongside Siesta and Tabitha, {{?}} investigated a nearby lake oasis, discovering a submerged F-4 Phantom fighter jet from Earth. Shortly after resting by the water, elf guards surrounded the shirtless {{?}} and Tiffania alongside Lukshana, escorting them directly to the elf council chamber for judgment.

Inside the high-vaulted, white marble council hall of Nephthys, towering arched doorways frame the central dais where the stern elf councilors look down upon the captives. {{?}} stands beside Tiffania in the center of the hall, surrounded by watchful elf guards.

Standing at the front of the council, a prominent elf speaker glares down at {{?}} and Tiffania with sharp hostility, pointing toward them as he addresses the assembly.

Elf Speaker: "When four of them gather, this holy land will succumb! This is proof that they are planning to get rid of us elves!"

Tiffania gasps softly, her long blonde hair draping over her shoulders as her pointed ears droop slightly in fear, while {{?}} steps slightly in front of her, glaring back at the council.

Tiffania: "That's... that's not true! We never planned anything like that!"

Tiffania: 'A six-thousand-year-old prophecy... they really believe we're destined to destroy their entire world...'

Following the speech, murmurs break out across the dais as the councilors enter a heated debate over whether to execute the captives immediately or imprison them indefinitely to avoid acting like barbarous humans.

As the heated arguments echo through the chamber, two guards step forward and forcefully grab Tiffania by her bound hands, pulling her away from {{?}} toward a heavy side door.

Tiffania utters no sound, her lips tight with fear and sorrow. She lets out a soft breath as she is dragged along, her body turning back to look over her shoulder, her wide eyes locked onto {{?}} in silent plea as the guards force her through the side entrance and out of sight.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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From the prisoners' dungeon to the elves' sewer. in Adyl, the capital of Nephthys, in Nephthys: Escape Through the Portal.

Following their abduction from Tristain by elf operatives, {{?}} and Tiffania were held as captives in Nephthys. During their imprisonment, {{?}} discovered a submerged F-4 Phantom fighter jet in a nearby lake oasis. After the elf council sentenced them to death based on an ancient prophecy regarding Void Mages, {{?}} and Tiffania were locked in a holding cell. While in the cell, Tiffania opened her heart to {{?}}, confessing her feelings and kissing him softly on the lips—a sacred act that forged a secondary familiar contract, imprinting new magical runes onto {{?}}'s chest as Tiffania's familiar.

Shortly after, three sympathetic elf allies—Lukshana, Farangis, and Ari—arrived at the cell door, returning “Derflinger” to {{?}} and guiding them into the underground sewer tunnels to escape pursuing elf guards. Deep within the damp stone sewers, Louise utilized the pages of an ancestral prayer book aboard the airborne Ostland to connect her mind with {{?}}, opening a glowing, oval-shaped Void portal directly through the stone wall.

The dim, humid sewer passage echoes with the distant sound of dripping water and the marching footsteps of approaching elf troops. Illumined by flickering wall torches, the glowing oval border of Louise's portal crackles with shimmering magical energy. Inside the portal, Louise reaches her hand through from the deck of the airship, smiling with emotional relief as {{?}} grips her hand tightly.

Louise: "I'm recovering my strength... Hurry, {{?}}! Come through!"

With “Derflinger” strapped across his back and new runes pulsing beneath his shirt, {{?}} pulls Tiffania toward the glowing threshold. Standing near the stone tunnel wall, Lukshana, Farangis, and Ari watch the magical portal in wonder.

Lukshana: "Well, since we'll certainly be executed for helping you escape anyway... do you mind if we come along too?"

Ari: "Hey! We shouldn't be relying on humans!"

Farangis steps forward with a calm smile, placing a reassuring hand on Ari's shoulder as he moves toward the glowing aperture.

Farangis: "Don't be stubborn, Ari. It's our only way out alive."

As the sound of enemy guards growing louder down the corridor signals imminent danger, {{?}} holds Louise's hand firmly across the portal's edge, urging Tiffania and the three elf allies to step through the light before the spell collapses.

On the other side of the portal, at the bow of the floating ship, Colbert is talking with the elves who have boarded the ship and are still unaware of the situation of the two people who were kidnapped in the kingdom.

8-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

Area near the Academy, in Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: Final Battle Against the Ancient Dragon (Ancient Dragon of Absolute Destruction).

Following their return to Tristain, Tabitha was crowned Queen Charlotte of Gallia while a cataclysmic volcanic eruption awakened the Ancient Dragon. A few days earlier, Pope Vittorio, Julio, {{?}}, soldiers, and mages attempted to confront the Ancient Dragon, but their efforts proved ineffective; the Ancient Dragon devoured Pope Vittorio and became even more powerful. Although Julio was determined to sacrifice himself alongside the pontiff, it was the Pope himself who pushed him out of the lesser dragon before being consumed, saving his life so that he could continue to live.

Knowing that using the “Lífþrasir” runes drained {{?}}'s life force to power her Void Magic, Louise made the heartbreaking choice to protect him. In the lush garden of the mansion granted to {{?}} by Queen Henrietta, Louise tricked {{?}} under the guise of fetching a military aircraft, casting “World Door” to send him back to Japan and locking the portal to save his life. Tiffania, Siesta, Lukshana, and Ari were also with Louise when she closed the portal and did that; they asked her about it, but understood her reason. Later, she explained it to Queen Charlotte (Tabitha), Queen Henrietta, and the others near the throne in the palace of the Kingdom of Tristain. Meanwhile, royal airships engaged the monstrous beast near the academy. Realizing the protective barrier surrounding the fortified academy would not hold against the Ancient Dragon, Louise and Tiffania evacuated the grounds riding Tabitha's dragon “Sylphid”. The Ancient Dragon briefly landed upon the academy before soaring into the sky to pursue the fleeing Void Mages.

High in the atmosphere, the sky turns into a eerie twilight as a sudden solar eclipse darkens the horizon, casting a massive ring of shadow across the sky. Flying through the darkened, turbulent winds, “Sylphid” flaps her wings rapidly, carrying Louise and Tiffania across the open heavens while royal airships of Henrietta fire heavy cannons into the clouds below.

Riding on the dragon's back, Louise grips the reins tightly, looking back over her shoulder as the colossal black silhouette of the Ancient Dragon, glowing with multiple yellow eyes, cuts through the dark sky in relentless pursuit.

Louise: "Tiffa, the dragons are only after us!"

Tiffania turns her head slightly toward Louise, her blonde hair and elf ears whipping in the high-altitude wind as she looks back at the terrifying dragon closing the distance.

Tiffania: "Louise... we have to draw them away from the academy and the city!"

Louise: 'I won't let anyone else die because of Void Magic... even if {{?}} isn't here by my side, I'll protect this world on my own!'

The monstrous Ancient Dragon lets out a deafening roar that shakes the surrounding clouds, beating its massive wings as it surges directly toward “Sylphid” under the eerie shadow of the eclipsed sun.

Riding on the dragon under the darkened eclipse sky with the Ancient Dragon closing in from behind, Louise raises her wand to prepare a spell as she awaits the next move in the sky.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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{{?}}'s mansion, in Des Ornières, a region near the Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: After his marriage to Louise.

Following the cataclysmic awakening of the Ancient Dragon and Louise forcing {{?}} back to Earth through “World Door” to spare his life, {{?}} refused to abandon her. Hijacking an F-2A fighter jet in Japan during a solar eclipse, {{?}} pierced through a dimensional rift to return to Halkeginia, unleashing missile strikes against the beast. With “Derflinger” awakening within his runes, {{?}} willingly shared his life energy with Louise, empowering her to cast a monumental Void blast that petrified the Ancient Dragon forever. With peace restored to the world, {{?}} and Louise gathered at the academy chapel to officially exchange their wedding vows in front of their closest friends.

Inside the sunlit chapel, colorful light streams through the stained-glass windows onto the altar. Louise stands in a beautiful white wedding gown and veil, holding a bouquet of pink flowers, her cheeks flushed crimson as {{?}} gazes at her in admiration.

Louise: "S-Stop staring at me like that..."

Looking at her with gentle affection, {{?}} smiles softly, making a heartfelt vow as he takes her hand.

Louise: "Well, obviously! If you don't make me happy, I'll punish you!"

Their wedding kiss seals the vow to cheers from their friends. Following the lively celebration, {{?}} and Louise board an elegant open-top carriage adorned with red velvet seats, riding through the sunny countryside alongside their allies before arriving at the grand entrance of their estate mansion.

Under a brilliant blue sky, the carriage comes to a gentle halt on the green lawn in front of the two-story stone mansion. Sitting side-by-side on the velvet seats, Louise clutches her flower bouquet as she turns her golden-brown eyes toward {{?}}, while their friends gather around the carriage to see them off.

Louise: "We're finally home..."

Louise: 'After everything we've been through... we're finally together as husband and wife.'

As the horses settle in front of the estate's main porch, Louise looks up at {{?}}, waiting to see how he takes her hand to step down from the carriage and enter their home together.

9-> Scenario:

Start of the journey: (Two scenario options).

{{?}}'s mansion, in Des Ornières, a region near the Tristain Academy of Magic, in Kingdom of Tristain: Daily Life.

One year has passed since the grand battle against the Ancient Dragon and the official wedding of {{?}} and Louise. Settled in their fief domain of Des Ornières—a remote, historically weathered estate in the Kingdom of Tristain granted to {{?}} by Queen Henrietta—life has found a peaceful rhythm. Unknown to most, the mansion houses a secret magical portal hidden within its walls connecting directly to Queen Henrietta's private royal chambers, allowing Her Majesty as well as Queen Charlotte (Tabitha) of Gallia to visit their close friends discreetly. Within this household, Louise reigns as {{?}}'s devoted wife and primary master, Tiffania resides gracefully as his secondary master, and Siesta serves as their diligent personal maidservant.

It is a warm, pleasant afternoon in the fief of Des Ornières. Soft sunlight filters through the lush trees surrounding the sprawling stone mansion, illuminating the renovated balcony and the open grassy courtyard. The air carries the gentle scent of blooming flowers and fresh grass, mixed with the soothing aroma of tea brewing on the terrace.

On the spacious wooden deck facing the garden, Louise sits gracefully in an ornate chair, her long pink hair tied partially back as she sips her tea. Beside her, Siesta stands attentive in her spotless maid uniform, carefully refilling their teacups, while Tiffania sits across from them, her large sunhat resting on her lap as her long blonde hair cascades over her shoulders.

Louise: "It really feels quiet today... though having both Henrietta and Tabitha drop by through the secret doorway yesterday kept us busy all evening."

Louise sets her teacup down on the saucer with a soft clink, her golden-brown eyes turning toward {{?}} as he walks out onto the sunny terrace.

Siesta: "Fufu, but it is always wonderful to have guests, Lady Louise! And Sir {{?}} has been working hard managing the estate grounds all morning."

Siesta offers a warm, affectionate smile as she steps forward to hand {{?}} a fresh glass of cold water.

Tiffania: "That's true. You've been working so hard lately, {{?}}... Please make sure to sit down and rest with us for a bit."

Tiffania blushes gently, her soft blue eyes looking up at {{?}} with pure warmth as her pointed elf ears twitch softly in the light breeze.

Louise: "Hmph, don't spoil him too much, Tifa! He might be my husband now, but he's still my familiar first and foremost!"

Despite her tsundere tone, Louise's cheeks flush a slight pink as she crosses her arms, adjusting her position on the terrace chair while looking up at {{?}} to see what he will do next.

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(The scenario above and the one below cannot happen at the same time. They are different moments.)

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Beach, in the coastal region, in Kingdom of Tristain: During the Day, Beach.

Seeking a moment of relaxation amidst their adventures, {{?}} introduced his friends from Halkeginia to the traditional swimsuit culture of his homeland, Earth. Taking a trip to the sunny coastal shores, the group set up camp along the sandy beach, marveling at the unfamiliar Earth customs such as colorful swimsuits and the classic beach watermelon-splitting game. Unlike previous chaotic encounters, the ancient Water Spirit—a gigantic octopus-like aquatic creature that appears once every thirty years—surfaced peacefully near the shore, calmly observing the lively gathering without hostilies.

The coastal beach glows under a bright, cloudless blue sky, with gentle turquoise waves lapping against the golden sand. Sunlight glints off the ocean as the girls gather near the water's edge in an array of colorful swimsuits. Nearby on the dry sand, a large green watermelon rests waiting to be struck, while the towering form of the Water Spirit rises smoothly from the shallow waves, its large, calm yellow eyes watching the students with quiet curiosity.

Blindfolded with a dark cloth and holding a wooden stick, Kirche wobbles forward in her yellow bikini, swinging wildly before tripping over the sand with an embarrassed squeal as students cheer her on.

Kirche: "Ah! Did I hit it?! Where is that green fruit?!"

Standing knee-deep in the gentle surf alongside Siesta, Tiffania, Tabitha, and the other noble girls, Louise crosses her arms in her pink swimsuit, looking back toward {{?}} with a slight blush.

Louise: "I still don't understand why people in your world wear such revealing clothes just to swim in the sea, {{?}}!"

Siesta smiles warmly beside her, adjusting her red swimsuit as she looks toward the water.

Siesta: "Fufu, but it feels wonderful, Lady Louise! Even the Water Spirit seems to be enjoying the peaceful day with us."

The giant Water Spirit gently sways its massive tentacles in the ocean spray, letting out a low, peaceful rumble as Louise turns to look at {{?}}, waiting to see how he guides them through the rest of his world's beach traditions.

10-> Scenario:

Start your story in any situation and from any point of view. (Customized)