01x10 - Takumi Takes On Pioneering!

[bunniefuu]

[wind whistling]

NEAR BOLTON, DESERTED

PIONEER TOWN, ONE YEAR AGO

[FEMALE VILLAGER 1]

Hey, Mani!

Time to go!

[MANI]

Right.

[MALE VILLAGER 1]

Who do they think they are,

telling us

to leave our village?

It's not like we have

anywhere else to go.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 2]

Nobles going around

doing whatever they please

is the reason

our village's economy

tanked in the first place.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] Once

things were well beyond saving

those rich elites

just gave up on our village

and ran to

the neighboring country.

[MALE VILLAGER 2]

To think I trusted them.

I won't make

that mistake again!

How dare they force

all of their hardships onto us?

Your husband worked hard

and they didn't help

when he'd fallen ill.

They denied him

proper treatment.

Those stupid nobles

might as well have k*lled him

with their own hands!

♪

[MANI]

What's the point?

Why am I still here?

Why was I even born?

[SELVUS] One thousand plus

citizens were driven out.

EPISODE 10: TAKUMI

TAKES ON PIONEERING!

Fortunately, Count Rockford

has graciously

agreed to take them all in.

ONE YEAR AFTER

ABANDONING THE VILLAGE

No one was abandoned, sir.

[DORN]

Noble scum.

They're all irredeemable.

Abandoning their people

like that.

[GODWIN]

The time for anger has passed.

Now, we must focus on

how to help

these abandoned citizens.

Count Rockford hasn't

given us much time.

I know he requested that

we secure a new place

for all of them to live,

but how will we do that

on such short notice?

Relocating one thousand

is tough

and we'll need a fair amount

of land but that does mean

[SELVUS]

This is our only option.

Right, but there's one problem.

[SELVUS] It's a land where

monsters are running rampant.

No one could possibly

develop it in time.

Most couldn't.

But there is one man who could.

Fetch him immediately.

You guys ready?

It's time to

challenge a dungeon!

[all chuckle softly]

[door creaks open]

[TAKUMI] I've been wanting

to do this for a very,

very long time now.

So out of all

that were available,

we chose an A-rank dungeon.

It's listed as

the second most difficult.

The Forest of the Beast King.

Even though it's underground,

it mysteriously had

vast skies and woods.

[monsters groaning]

We encountered

a lot of monsters.

And they were indeed

much stronger

than the ones

outside the forest.

Luckily,

Maple could see them

before they approached

even with

the reduced visibility

because of the trees.

And since we had Titan there

to take all

of the monsters' attacks,

we defeated the bosses

of each floor one after another

and grabbed all of the items

and treasures

within the chests.

♪

It didn't feel like it

but it took us an entire day

to reach the last floor.

Wow, so this is it, huh?

We are going to

face the final boss!

This is exciting!

Hope that big boss is ready!

We made it this far

without taking major damage.

[TAKUMI] I know.

Guess it's easier

when there aren't any traps.

[floor clicks]

-Huh?

-Did that click?

Oh, please don't tell me.

[all gasp]

[rumbling]

-[REYVA] No way!

-[MARIA] Run!

[TAKUMI]

Everybody, retreat!

[MAPLE] [laughs]

This ball is huge!

Hey, that isn't

some carnival ride!

[TAKUMI] It's a matter

of life and death for me!

[all gasp]

[thuds]

Hey, you guys, you think

Titan could've busted up

that iron ball with one punch?

Maybe but since I yelled

"retreat," he obeyed.

So, I guess we'll never know

the answer to that one, huh?

[TITAN]

Master's orders are absolute!

Titan's such an exemplary pet.

[rumbling]

Well, we've got no choice

but to go this way.

[TAKUMI]

Uhh.

[thuds]

[all gasp]

You don't suppose

we might've been lured here?

-Master, there!

-Huh?

It's here!

[stomps]

[stomping]

[TAKUMI]

The last boss?

[roaring]

[both scream]

That thing is scary!

It's an Earth Dragon.

S-rank.

I really wish

I'd brought Great Titan along.

[TITAN]

Master, it won't be a problem.

[TAKUMI]

Fan out!

[dragon growls]

At this rate we won't get

a chance to attack it!

Maple, Titan,

we're gonna need an opening.

Go for the tail!

[TITAN]

Roger!

Mm.

♪

[stabs]

[monster groans]

Now, Wind Cutter!

Foxfire Barrage!

Fire Lance!

[fire roars]

[monster groans]

Titan Light of Judgment!

[TITAN]

Light of Judgment.

[monster groans]

Hey, I think we did it!

-Not yet!

-[gasps]

[fire roars]

[TITAN]

Master!

[thuds]

Titan, no!

Hold on, Master.

Attack the weak point,

its flank!

I'm on it, Camellia!

[thuds]

Let's finish this!

[Takumi yells]

[electricity crackling]

[grunts]

[stabs]

[monster groans]

We won.

Yes, Master, we beat it.

♪

[TITAN]

Good work, everyone.

And we got

the treasure chest, too!

We conquered the dungeon,

Master!

Huh, over already?

♪

NAME: CAMELLIA RACE: DRAGON

HORSE [TAKUMI IRUMA'S PET]

[TAKUMI]

Oh,

Camellia has evolved

into a Dragon Horse.

Hey, what's this.

I might be able

to make something

from this dragon part!

Wow, Master,

I must say you really are

a producer at heart.

Huh?

[chuckles]

Guess I am.

[TAKUMI] Shortly after

we conquered the dungeon,

we returned home

but I was summoned

by Marquis Godwin.

[GODWIN]

Mr. Takumi,

tell me, are you aware

of the undeveloped land

in the southern region

of my domain?

[TAKUMI]

Yes.

It's an uninhabited wilderness.

But I hear

there are so many monsters

that even the other nations

choose to ignore it.

[SELVUS] That's correct.

The Kingdom of Triaria

attempted to invade it once,

but their attempt failed,

and that failure has led

to their decline apparently.

There's one more thing,

I also heard

that the region is full

of untapped adamantite

and mythril ore veins.

And does that mean

you're interested?

-Well, no, I was just curious.

-[GODWIN] There's something

I'd like to ask of you.

Oh, really?

I wonder,

could you build a pioneer

village in that region?

Huh?!

But why ask me?

Simple,

I've heard about your work

in Bord Village.

They told me you managed

to create a sturdy wall

around it in no time.

[TAKUMI]

Oh.

This is a project

meant for you

and only you.

[SELVUS]

There's a river and a spring

roughly 100 kilometers

south of Bolton, I'd say.

I suppose it's best to

start building the village

around that water source.

It's a good distance from

the monsters' habitat as well.

Excuse me,

but you're already aware

of his current situation.

-My Master--

-I do know he's in danger, yes.

Under the circumstances,

it pains me to ask this of him.

You say it pains you, Lord.

But not enough

to stop you from asking?

-Sofia.

-Uh.

Forgive me.

There's a reason

for this, right?

For why you need it

developed so quickly?

Yes.

There was a pioneer village

that was deserted

over a year ago.

The ongoing development

was halted

due to interference

of corrupt nobles.

And as a result,

the villagers lost their homes

and became refugees.

But we've been caring for them

here and in Rockford.

How sad.

[GODWIN]

That's one of the reasons

why I require your help,

Mr. Takumi.

I want to give

the refugees a home.

So, there are other reasons?

Very well.

I'll do it.

But, Master?

Those people

lost their homes, Sofia.

And you know

I can't ignore that.

I'm eternally grateful.

Thank you.

It's no problem.

I've been there.

Luckily, there were nice people

who took me in

and welcomed me into

their community with open arms.

Let's just say that

I want to repay the favor.

[TAKUMI] They offered to have

an escort of knights protect us

but I turned it down.

And the Wings of Nolyn set out

for the frontier on our own.

[TAKUMI]

All of them agreed,

it would make things

easier that way.

The environment was

favorable in the frontier

and the water was abundant.

We used earth magic

to make ramparts.

We dug moats

along the outer perimeter.

And we constructed

a strong fortress.

♪

[chuckles softly]

[TAKUMI] Then we got to

work developing roads,

building aqueducts,

[water trickling]

logging groves

♪

and getting rid of monsters.

To make good progress,

we had to divide

the tasks between us.

[birds chirping]

[SOFIA]

It's coming along quite well.

[TAKUMI]

Yeah.

Sofia, sorry to ask,

but could you head

back to Bolton

and initiate the transfer

of all the citizens?

Very well.

[Camellia roars]

[galloping]

[GODWIN] What? After ten days

of developing the land

he's ready for the refugees

to move in already?

[SOFIA] Yes.

Master said they should be able

to live there

without any issues.

They can start their new lives.

[carriages rumbling]

[MALE VILLAGER 3]

I heard they're taking us

to the southern frontier.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]

Wait, hold on,

isn't that land undeveloped

and full of monsters?

[MALE VILLAGER 4]

Yeah, you're right.

I wouldn't be surprised

if this was their way

of getting us out of their hair

once and for all.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]

I heard a man from Bolton

will be overseeing

the village's operations.

[MALE VILLAGER 3]

I can't believe it.

Another noble who sees us

all as disposable pawns.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 3] We're going

back to that awful life.

[sighs]

[FEMALE VILLAGER 3]

Is it too much to ask

for just to live

our lives in peace?

[horse neighs]

[all gasp]

[GUARD 1] Hey, these are

ramparts, aren't they?

♪

Hello, there!

Sorry, I'm sure

it was a long trip!

Anyway, I was working on

getting the land over there

suitable for farming.

What? I can't believe my eyes!

What is this?

Ohuh

Well, I just surrounded

the village with ramparts,

to protect against

monster attacks.

I dug a moat as well

so it should be safe,

unless there's a dragon.

[DORN] That's not

what I mean, Mr. Takumi.

[Takumi laughs]

You mean that fort?

I built it for

whoever's in charge

of governing the land.

There's enough homes

for everyone moving in

and I made barracks

for the knights as well.

The sewage is handled

with a septic tank

and magical devices.

I applaud

your attention to detail.

Huh, wait,

how did you build

this place so quickly?

We were expecting a village.

This is more like a fortress!

No, it's far from finished.

[DORN]

This is definitely absurd!

Is this some kind of magic?

Well, I did use magic, so yeah.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 5]

We really get to live here?

I don't believe it.

[MALE VILLAGER 5]

This is incredible!

[SOFIA]

Did you come here by yourself?

[birds chirping]

Uhh.

Yes,

I did.

My beloved husband passed away.

Tending to a farm

all by yourself,

that must've been difficult.

No, not really.

Interested in doing

anything different?

Huh?

If you are then I'll speak

with my master when he's free.

You have a master?

Who's that?

The man who built this village

for all of you.

Everyone else is really busy

developing the land right now.

So, I was thinking my master

could use someone reliable

to help out

and take care of him.

Take care of him?

-But, how?

-[SOFIA] Let's see,

can you cook?

Yes, I can cook.

[SOFIA] Then,

there shouldn't be a problem.

Uhh.

Perhaps, it'll be better

if you meet with him first,

then you can

make your decision.

I'll come find you later.

[Sofia chuckles softly]

[exhales]

[TAKUMI] Sofia here told me

all about you.

Your name's Mani,

is that right?

Yes.

Well, if you'd be open to it,

I would love to ask

if you would join our party

and help out.

Of course, you'll be paid

whatever wage we negotiate.

Uhh.

[MALE VILLAGER 2]

To think I trusted them.

I won't make

that mistake again!

[FEMALE VILLAGER 4]

Your husband worked hard

and they didn't help

when he'd fallen ill.

I'm afraid I can't accept.

Thank you for the kind offer.

Huh, but, why not?

[MANI]

I'm sorry.

I am but

Now that we're here,

what will happen?

Will we be forced

to face despair once again?

Why did you bring us all here

in the first place?

I can't

No, I won't trust you.

[MARIA] My Master's not

who you think he is!

[TAKUMI]

Maria, it's okay.

Thank you and my offer,

it still stands.

Mm.

♪

[MANI] After saying

what I said to him

I can't stay here anymore.

Oh, well,

I'm sure he's watching

but I won't stay.

I know there's no guarantee

that he'll be like the other

power-hungry nobles

we've been under.

So, why did I say that?

A sense of righteousness?

No.

What am I saying?

I was lashing out.

Venting my own frustration

because of my inabilities.

[roaring]

[growling]

[gasps]

Hmm.

[MAPLE]

Master!

Monsters here!

Lots of them!

[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]

Monsters have come?

It's true, the knights are all

in an uproar right now!

[MALE VILLAGER 6]

See, I told you.

Now, they're gonna send us out

to try and get rid of them!

What's that?

A monster?

[FEMALE VILLAGER 6]

It's a golem!

Mr. Iruma!

Go raise all the drawbridges.

Seal this place off.

Also, have your knights

secure all of the villagers.

-[DORN] But!

-Trust me,

Monsters can't get

over these ramparts.

You'll be safe.

And we'll go deal with them.

[panting]

[FEMALE VILLAGER 7] I looked

around this whole village,

but I can't find Mani.

[MALE VILLAGER 7]

Now that you mention it,

I think I saw her head

past the south drawbridge.

[FEMALE VILLAGER 7]

Does that mean she's

outside the ramparts?

[DORN]

Mr. Iruma!

Just stay here.

We'll find her.

I won't allow a single villager

to be harmed!

[fire roaring]

[gasps]

[monsters growling]

[MANI]

You idiot.

What were you thinking?

Oh, I see.

I was born to endure all

that despair and then die here.

That's all.

[roaring]

Relax, I got you.

[grunts]

There are a lot more

coming this way!

They won't be a problem.

You're safe now.

Huh?

[SOFIA]

Mr. Takumi,

we've exterminated

all the monsters!

Those things were

no problem at all!

[REYVA]

Indeed!

[MAPLE]

We didn't even break a sweat!

[TITAN]

Good work, everyone.

See,

because we're the best party.

Uh.

Look, you're hurt!

Oh, the wolf must've grazed me

with its claws

but it's not that serious.

I'm all right.

Oh.

Thank you.

I'm sorry you've gotten hurt.

-It's my fault.

-All I care about

right now is you.

-Huh?

-[TAKUMI] I'm glad you're okay.

I want you all

to live peaceful lives,

so I won't let

anything happen to you

or the other villagers.

[MANI]

This man

He's different.

Nothing whatsoever

like the nobles

I've come across in my life.

He's generous and kind

and really cares.

-Uh.

-Yes?

It might be too late

but the offer

you made me earlier

Um,

is it still valid?

Of course.

[gasps]

[chuckles softly]

Welcome to the team, newbie!

We're happy

to have you with us!

You've officially joined

the Wings of Nolyn!

[Sofia chuckles softly]

[chuckles softly]

Thank you for having me!

I see.

He's quite a remarkable man.

-[DORN] Yes.

-Now, the town.

You've been there.

Please, tell me.

Can it serve as a wedge, Dorn?

[MUSUDAN] I bring a missive

from the Kingdom of Triaria.

HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA

It says, "A fortress town

with a castle

suddenly appeared

in the vacant lands

near the Kingdom of Barcula."

A fortress out of nowhere, huh?

[MUSUDAN]

The report also states

that the knights stationed

there are from Bolton.

Bolton, you say?

[HOMER]

Perhaps the young alchemist

is involved in this?

Hmm.

Quite possible.

[HOMER]

One could also view this

as a roundabout check

on our empire.

Disgusting wretches!

[ELIZABETH] We won't

let the Kingdom of Barcula

have their way forever.

The Holy Empire of Sidonia

will be the one

to dominate this continent.

My dear daughter,

this means

Rest assured, Father,

and rejoice.

The time is ripe.

[birds chirping]

Since we'll be using

this road for trading

I was thinking I should

widen it just a bit more.

[MANI] Hey, everyone

how about a break?

I brought you all lunches.

[footsteps approaching]

And there's plenty

to go around!

[stomach growls]

Just in time, I'm starving!

[loud rumbling]

[gasps]

[gasps]

[shudders]

Master,

I felt this very

unpleasant mana just now!

We all did.

And I find it very ominous.

[TAKUMI]

One year.

Huh?

Too many questions.

But okay, the truth of it is

I may have messed with time

a little when you left.

I sent you to one year before

the summoning of the heroes.

I arrived

one full year ago.

So, that means they're here.

[both shudder]

[smoke hissing]