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Companion Story Jiyan
Riverside Games
You have received an invitation letter from Wenshu. It mentions that the"Jinzhou Riverside Games" will be held soon. Go to the coordinates enclosed in the letter and have a look.
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At the Riverside Games, you gather details from Jiyan and Wenshu as you prepare to assist with the event.
Wenshu:
See? How lively! You really need to come and see it in person for the full effect.
Jiyan:
And that's thanks to your efforts, Wenshu.
Wenshu:
Well, I'm just doing my job. I should be the one thanking you. After all, without the Midnight Rangers tirelessly guarding the front lines, the Riverside Games wouldn't be possible.
Wenshu:
Don't always be so tense. Sometimes, you have to give yourself a breather. It's not good to push yourself too hard. So, how about picking up an event to participate in?
Jiyan:
Wenshu... Thank you, but you don't have to pitch me.
Wenshu:
Why not? Go enjoy your youth! I would've rushed to sign up if I was still young.
Jiyan:
Rover, it's good to see you here.
Wenshu:
Oh! I guess you must be the Rover?
Wenshu:
Nice to meet you! I'm the director of the Riverside Games. You can call me Wenshu.
Wenshu:
Ah, I almost dropped the ball on this one. I would've forgotten to send out those invitations without Jiyan's reminder.
Jiyan:
It's not worth mentioning, Wenshu. This is the first Riverside Games in many years, and you must have been busy with various matters. I only offered a little help when I could.
Jiyan:
Rover, it's a slow day today. Please, take a break and have some fun.
Wenshu:
That's right. Go participate in the event, you two! That's how you enjoy your day off!
Wenshu:
Of course! The Jinzhou Riverside Games is an event for all people to enjoy.
Jiyan:
Indeed. I'm looking forward to your performance, Rover.
Jiyan:
Only a few events specifically require participants to be Resonators. Other than that, there are no special restrictions for any event.
Wenshu:
We haven't held the Riverside Games in years. Look at him, Jiyan still remembers the rules better than I do. Who would've thought?
Wenshu:
During the preparation, I came across some pictures from past Games and instantly felt a rush of adrenaline. Ah, the memories of my youth...
Wenshu:
It's a pity that the Midnight Rangers are always on the front lines, getting ready for emergencies. The Riverside Games is their only chance to relax and have some fun.
Jiyan:
Rover, I suggest looking around for events to join if you're interested. Many of them are open to on-site registration.
Jiyan:
Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to confirm the safety of the surroundings before the race begins. You can consult Wenshu should you need any assistance.
Jiyan:
Have a great time, Rover.
Wenshu:
Oh well, I didn't invite him over for that. I hoped he'd come and relax, not to find a new place to work.
Wenshu:
On the other hand, we couldn't have brought the situation at the borders under control without Jiyan's prudence...
Wenshu:
Sorry, I'm getting off track. The Gulpuff Relay is about to start, and I have to go to the scene in case anything happens.
Wenshu:
Especially those still warming up in the backup lane. Gotta bring them over.
Wenshu:
Rover, are you coming with me?
Changfeng:
Hey, you're our top runner. You should go first and motivate us. Make the other teams sweat. Throw them off their game!
Hanbai:
Hmm... I don't think that's the best tactic. Remember that team from ten years ago?
Changfeng:
Oh, the record-breaking team?
Hanbai:
Yep, it's them. Apparently their plan was to act weak in the beginning and then have their final runner blow past everyone else.
Changfeng:
That's nonsense! What if we lag far behind and can't catch up again? All our efforts will be in vain!
Changfeng:
Are you Rover? You gonna participate in the Gulpuff Relay too?
Changfeng:
Oh, you haven't heard?
Hanbai:
It's the best part of the Riverside Games. Four people on each team race Gulpuff Echoes in the water lanes. It's pretty intense!
Hanbai:
And we're just figuring out our relay order. Open to suggestions!
Hanbai:
I've trained for the longest time. Changfeng and the others are all pretty evenly matched. What do you think—should I lead off or bring it home as anchor?
Changfeng:
See! Rover's on my side! So it's been decided!
Wuyue:
We'll win and we'll break the record! You hear me?
Everyone:
Yeah!
Wuyue:
I can't hear you! LOUDER! DO YOU HEAR ME!
Everyone:
YEAH!!
Wuyue:
Wow, if this isn't the very important guest of Jinzhou! Thanks for rooting for us!
Wuyue:
I saw another team preparing for the race just now, but they seem to have run into some problem.
Wuyue:
Wenshu just rushed over there. I hope they're okay!
Wuyue:
Now, the race is about to start. We need to do a final warm-up. Remember to cheer for us, okay?
You find out that two members of Lingyan and Ganquan's team are injured and unable to race. To fill the gap, you join the team, but you still need one more member. After discussing it with Wenshu, you both agree that Jiyan is the best fit, so you decide to invite him to join.
Troubled Midnight Ranger:
Ugh... All those hours of training for nothing. We're doomed.
Calm Midnight Ranger:
Don't give up yet. We've still got some time before the relay starts!
Wenshu:
Lingyan, Ganquan, what's wrong?
Lingyan:
Hi, Wenshu! And this is...?
Wenshu:
This is Rover.
Lingyan:
Perfect timing! We're have a bit of a situation right now.
Lingyan:
Two of our teammates accidentally injured themselves during warm-up... Luckily, the wounds weren't too bad, but the doctor said that they wouldn't be able to participate in the relay anytime soon.
Lingyan:
We've asked the organizing committee. Said we can still participate with temporary teammates.
Ganquan:
But the relay is starting soon. It's impossible to find another person to join us, not to mention two...
Ganquan:
Sigh... First our captain had to quit because of some family emergency, and now this...
Ganquan:
Ugh. Are we supposed to just wait for the next Riverside Games? Who knows when that will be...
Lingyan:
Speaking of which... Do you have a team, Rover?
Wenshu:
Rover is also a Resonator. {Male=He's;Female=She's} fully qualified for the Gulpuff Relay.
Wenshu:
Still... it depends on whether {Male=he;Female=she} would like to join you.
Lingyan:
It's simple! Four people take turns controlling a Gulpuff in a relay race. The first team to reach the finish line wins.
Lingyan:
Thank you so much! If we can get the prize money, we'll definitely split it with you!
Ganquan:
That's right! We'll buy you the best barbecue in Jinzhou. That place is everyone's favorite!
Wenshu:
Then you're only one person short for the relay. I know a good candidate for that...
Ganquan:
Wh-who?
Wenshu:
Bingo.
Ganquan:
!!!
Lingyan:
Oh! Why didn't I think of him!
Ganquan:
Huh? Are you serious? The general doesn't look like he'd be interested in events like this.
Wenshu:
Well, there's more to your general than you know. That's all I can say.
Lingyan:
What do you mean?
Wenshu:
Instead of asking questions here, why don't you just go and invite him?
Ganquan:
I don't have the guts...
Wenshu:
Go invite him now, and you may still have a chance to get him onboard. Don't let others take your chance!
Lingyan:
We're counting on you, Rover!
You invite Jiyan to join the team. He agrees to be a substitute after careful consideration.
Jiyan:
Rover, what are you doing here? Have you found any event that you're interested in?
Jiyan:
Trouble? If you're comfortable sharing, tell me about it. Maybe I can help.
Jiyan:
So... you want me to join the relay as your temporary teammate?
Jiyan:
...
Jiyan gives a pep talk before the race. You learn that the fastest race record was set by a temporary team a decade ago. You finalize your team name and relay order.
Ganquan:
You... You managed to rope the general in?
Lingyan:
Greetings, General Jiyan, Rover.
Jiyan:
Rover has told me what happened. I will join you.
Ganquan:
Hooray! Now we can join the race! With General Jiyan and Rover on our side, maybe we can even aim for a new record!
Lingyan:
Not to be the party pooper here, but as a last-minute team, we probably won't hit the record. Unless...
Ganquan:
Unless what?
Lingyan:
Uh, sorry, forget about it.
Lingyan:
Ten years ago, a team set the record in the Gulpuff Relay race. That record remains unbeaten to this day.
Lingyan:
Since then, every time the Games are held, a major highlight is whether the record will be broken.
Ganquan:
Yeah! I really wanted to learn from their strategy, but the video of that race got borrowed and never returned. Bummer.
Lingyan:
They set the record. They must have trained together for a long time.
Lingyan:
Well we're a temporary team. Wouldn't have been able to learn much from it anyway.
Jiyan:
Keep your chin up. Your hard work will pay off.
Jiyan:
Not to mention the team you were talking about was a temporary team, too.
Ganquan:
Wow, so even General Jiyan has heard of that race!
Jiyan:
Yes. That was a... good race.
Lingyan:
Well, it's been ten years... I wonder how that team's doing now.
Ganquan:
We should worry about ourselves first... There's not much time left, and we haven't even decided the relay order.
Lingyan:
Ah, the relay order... It used to be decided by the captain...
Lingyan:
Then... General, can you decide it for us?
Jiyan:
As you have trained together extensively, I trust you can decide the order better than me. I will gladly cooperate to the best of my abilities.
Lingyan:
Alright... in that case, I think Ganquan would be perfect as the first runner!
Ganquan:
Me... the first? Seriously?
Lingyan:
You've always been the first runner during our training. Surely you'll make a good start!
Jiyan:
The first runner doesn't need to coordinate with the two of us; he only needs to exchange the controller with Lingyan. It's a safe arrangement indeed.
Ganquan:
Whew—I'll do my best.
Lingyan:
Hmm... As for General Jiyan and Rover, I think...
Lingyan:
General, can you be the connecting third runner? Since you're familiar with both Rover and us Midnight Rangers.
Jiyan:
A reasonable strategy. I agree.
Ganquan:
Then the relay order would be me first, followed by Lingyan, then General Jiyan, and Rover last.
Jiyan:
Rover, this is your first race, and you may receive plenty of attention as the last runner. Please stay calm and relax.
Jiyan:
I'm glad to hear that.
Jiyan:
Any other questions?
Ganquan:
Yes!
Ganquan:
Our team doesn't have a name yet!
Jiyan:
Since Rover brought this team together, maybe we should let {Male=him;Female=her} decide the name.
Jiyan:
Good, it sounds easy to remember.
Jiyan:
The name is settled, then. Everyone, please get ready in your designated exchange zones.
Jiyan:
We can stay in touch with our Terminals once the race begins.
The race is halted due to a disruptive incident. Jiyan points out something strange. But before investigating, you need to evacuate the spectators for their own safety.
Jiyan:
Rover, are you all right?
Wenshu:
I'm sorry for what just happened. You almost reached the finish line, and then...
Jiyan:
Rover, did you notice anything unusual before?
Jiyan:
An unfamiliar voice briefly interrupted our team's channel...
Jiyan:
Wenshu, let's evacuate the spectators now. Send them back to the city in batches.
Wenshu:
I understand, but most of the teams are waiting to start their race, and it's our first Riverside Games in years. Ending it early may spoil their fun.
Wenshu:
The voice you mentioned... Could it be our spectators cheering?
Jiyan:
When Rover asked me to team up with {Male=him;Female=her}, I heard something similar by the racing lane.
Jiyan:
I have requested the monitoring data records of all nearby waterways from the Academy for safety measures.
Wenshu:
I see. I thought the Gulpuffs were just frightened...
Jiyan:
There might be an underlying cause of this unusual behavior.
Jiyan:
The records will take some more time to download. Evacuate the people first.
Wenshu:
I trust your decision, but...
Wenshu:
A man somehow ended up riding a Gulpuff when it all happened, and he seemed to really enjoy it. Now, other people are eager to give it a try too...
Wenshu:
They all seem super excited... I guess it will take some time to evacuate them.
Jiyan:
Get that person to leave first, and the others should follow.
Jiyan:
Wenshu, I'm going with you.
Wenshu:
Of course! Rover, you are respected by many. If you're willing to help us calm people down, it will making things easier for sure.
Jiyan:
Thank you.
Calm Girl:
I heard we must all go back to the city now. For real?
Lingyan:
Yes, because there is a security risk. We are here to escort you.
Joyful Girl:
Say sike! I was hoping to snap a few more pics of that guy on the Gulpuff...
Joyful Girl:
Ohh! You must be the runner in the lead just now!
Joyful Girl:
What a pity they just suspended the race... I was really excited to see your performance!
Joyful Girl:
You looked so cool! See, I've even got a video clip of you!
Joyful Girl:
Sure I will! My camera only captures the best moments!
Lingyan:
Anyway, let's hurry up and leave here, shall we?
Calm Girl:
Please excuse us. My sister's never been to the Riverside Games before. She's super into photography, so she may have gotten a little carried away talking about her work.
Joyful Girl:
So we're really not doing it anymore? Can't we try to find another way?
Joyful Girl:
I still have more than half of my camera's memory left...
Lingyan:
I'm sure the board of coordinators will find a way to hold it again on a later date. Now, please return to the city for your safety.
Calm Girl:
Alright. Let's go.
Joyful Girl:
Ugh, fine. At least I've got two wonderful photos now! One of the famous Rover taking over the lead, and another with a guy on a Gulpuff.
Joyful Girl:
By the way! Can I enter your photo in a contest? Like, is it okay for you?
Joyful Girl:
That's great! I'm pretty sure it's gonna be an award-winning entry! I'll give you a half of my prize money!
Lingyan:
Let's go.
Polite Child:
Can I stay a little longer please? I want to watch the full race.
Ganquan:
The race is over now.
Ganquan:
Hi, Rover. Here's the thing. This kid won't let me take her home.
Polite Child:
I came here by myself!
Ganquan:
Well, you see, that's the problem. She managed to sneak in here. We are trying to get in touch with her parents.
Polite Child:
Please don't call mommy. She'll be upset at me.
Polite Child:
Hmm... I...
Polite Child:
I came here to see daddy. He won the silver medal in the last race!
Polite Child:
I haven't seen him for a long, long time, so I thought maybe I can find him here.
Ganquan:
The last relay? That was three years ago. What's your father's name?
Polite Child:
Kongwen!
Ganquan:
Oh... It's him.
Polite Child:
Do you know my daddy?
Ganquan:
Yes. We were stationed in the same camp.
Polite Child:
Great! Can you take me to Daddy's place?
Ganquan:
Uh, well, he's... busy! Like, super, super busy! So he's not here today...
Polite Child:
I know! Mommy said he's fighting monsters.
Ganquan:
Yes, he's out there fighting now. I'll ask your dad to give you a call.
Polite Child:
Really!
Polite Child:
You can't lie to me!
Ganquan:
I never lie!
Ganquan:
Rover is the witness. Pinkies!
Polite Child:
Pinkies!
Polite Child:
Let's go!
Ganquan:
Alright, let's go.
Ganquan:
I'll take her home first. Rover, we're counting on you to handle the rest.
Once the injured are safe, you and Jiyan learn from Mortefi that the manic Gulpuffs were affected by abnormal frequency fluctuations upstream. The timing of this accident strikes Jiyan as suspicious, so you decide to investigate upstream.
Wenshu:
Sir, please calm down and stop talking about riding Gulpuffs.
Excited Audience:
But that was really fun!
Jiyan:
May I have your hand?
Excited Audience:
What... What's wrong?
Jiyan:
Nothing major. I just need to confirm something.
Jiyan:
As I expected.
Excited Audience:
Huh? When did I get hurt? I didn't feel it at all.
Jiyan:
The adrenaline from excitement may have dampened your sensitivity to pain.
Jiyan:
However, your nervous response betrays your condition. You right hand has been shaking involuntarily, likely because the wound has been left untreated.
Jiyan:
Fortunately, it's not caused by the Gulpuffs. Please take this to relieve the pain for now.
Excited Audience:
Ouch... It's really starting to hurt now that you've mentioned it.
Wenshu:
Alright. Have you calmed down now?
Excited Audience:
I'm sorry. I got a little carried away... Sorry again for the trouble I've caused.
Wenshu:
Let's go have someone see to your wound.
Mortefi:
Rover, fancy seeing you here.
Mortefi:
I don't want to spoil your fun, but I'm afraid we need to suspend the race for now.
Jiyan:
Can you fill us in on the data?
Mortefi:
I checked the monitoring data as you asked, and I found unusual fluctuations near the upper waters to the north.
Jiyan:
Why didn't the nearest Beacon pick up on this anomaly?
Mortefi:
The Resonance Beacon is functioning properly, but we still don't know why it didn't issue a warning this time. I will investigate this further at a later time.
Mortefi:
Animals are often the first to detect signs of danger.
Mortefi:
Tacet Discords are similar to animals in this regard. They're very sensitive to any change in the frequencies in their surroundings. That's why those Gulpuffs went haywire.
Mortefi:
I suppose that's why you asked me to check the monitoring data for you, Jiyan?
Jiyan:
Yes.
Jiyan:
The timing of this change is concerning. Why did it happen precisely during the Riverside Games?
Mortefi:
Perhaps the Riverside Games' frequency resonated with something in the upper waters?
Jiyan:
Yes. Let's go.
Mortefi:
The lack of perceivable warning signs typically suggests unknown risks. Jiyan, Rover, stay safe.