Episodes are voiced dialogues unlocked by leveling up Remembrance Vessels or progressing the story. They can be viewed in the archive.
Flame-Chasers' Trials[]
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Elysian Realm Caretaker (Possibility 1)[]
Klein
Blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate...
Klein
All vital signs are stable.
Klein
Vitals check complete.
Klein
Hmm?
Klein
Hello, test subject.
Klein
Welcome back to reality.
Mei
This voice... you were the...
Mei
Sorry, you look... special. I didn't notice at first.
Klein
...
Klein
Why didn't you follow my instructions?
Klein
The sim results show your survival rate is below 30% after entering other portals.
Mei
30% sounds pretty good to me. What about the one you wanted me to enter?
Klein
34.7%.
Mei
...
Klein
I know... you probably don't see it as a big difference.
Klein
But you can't deny that it's indeed a safer route.
Mei
I agree, but I think most people would choose to trust their intuitions over a stranger's instructions.
Klein
That's why humans are always doing things they regret.
Klein
Certain reactions taking place in the Ferguson Area of the brain do bring such emotion-driven but stupid...
Klein
...Never mind, you won't understand anyway.
Mei
So... can you introduce yourself now, stranger?
Klein
...
Klein
I'm Klein, Dr. Mobius's assistant. I handle the regular maintenance of the Elysian Realm.
Mei
The maintainer of the Elysian Realm... are you a Flame-Chaser too?
Klein
...
Klein
Record: Anomalies in the realm may have caused irreversible damage to the test subject's visual and cognitive functions.
Mei
...I guess that's a no. Then why are you here?
Klein
...It's my job.
Klein
I'm an ELF designed and made by Dr. Mobius. I'm just as real as you.
Klein
But you don't have to address me like your senior. You can simply call me Klein.
Mei
...Hi, Klein. I'm Raiden Mei.
Klein
There's no need to introduce yourself.
Klein
I was alerted the moment you entered the realm.
Mei
...
Klein
No one foresaw the coming of a Herrscher as a successor.
Klein
I had to run emergency maintenance on the realm, otherwise...
Klein
You might have experienced its various defense mechanisms by now.
Mei
...Sounds like I should thank you.
Klein
You're welcome.
Mei
...
Klein
Unless you have more questions, test subject, let's talk about your next job.
Mei
...My next job?
Klein
Yes. My best guess is that the anomalies you just experienced were part of the realm's rejection reaction against Herrschers.
Klein
It's more of a biological term, but I think it applies to your situation.
Klein
To fix these anomalies... I hope you can gather more observation data in the realm for me.
Mei
...Why should I help you?
Klein
Because you're now the only successor in the realm.
Mei
Still, my answer is no. I didn't sign up for this.
Klein
...
Klein
...Huh?
Klein
...You refused? Why? How can you turn down a request?
Mei
Hmm?
Klein
Shouldn't you... accept the request and finish it on time?
Klein
Even if the requestor changes their mind and asks you to start all over again... you're still supposed to say yes, aren't you?
Mei
...Do you live in hell?
Klein
...
Mei
Anyway, these anomalies didn't disturb me, and I have no reason to help you.
Klein
If your exploration is limited to the current area, I guess you're right.
Klein
Alright, it's fine. I'll try to think of a way to gather data myself.
Mei
Wait, Klein.
Klein
Huh?
Mei
You just mentioned the "current area"... which means there are other areas in the realm that I haven't been to?
Klein
Yes, but the realm is now becoming more and more unstable.
Klein
Maintaining the stability of the current area is difficult enough, not to mention fixing all the anomalies throughout the realm.
Mei
...
Mei
If that's the case... I can help.
Klein
Huh?
Mei
Getting to the deeper reaches of the realm is one of the reasons why I came here.
Mei
But if I find out resolving these anomalies doesn't help me in any way, I can help no further.
Klein
Alright, that's good enough for me. Thanks.
Mei
...So, how do I help?
Klein
Ah, about that...
Klein reached out her hand to Mei, trying to attach something to Mei's belt.
But due to their height difference, Klein attached it to Mei's leg instead.
A blue stream of data flashed for a brief moment at the location of contact and then dispersed.
Mei
What's this?
Klein
Uh...
Klein
It's alright. Where you wear it doesn't matter. It's functioning properly.
Mei
...
Klein
It's hard to explain... Just know that it's an accessory used exclusively in the realm.
Klein
During an anomaly, you can use it to communicate with the outside would. I'll answer your call as soon as possible.
Elysian Realm Caretaker (Possibility 2)[]
Klein
Blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate...
Klein
All vital signs are stable.
Klein
Vitals check complete.
Klein
Hmm?
Klein
Hello, test subject.
Klein
Welcome back to reality.
Mei
This voice... you were the...
Mei
Sorry, you look... special. I didn't notice at first.
Klein
...
Klein
You did what I told you. Why?
Mei
My instinct pointed me that way.
Klein
...Groundless instinct.
Klein
But luckily, you chose the route with the highest simulated survival rate... 34.7%
Mei
34.7% sounds pretty good to me. What about the other two paths?
Klein
30% at most.
Mei
...
Klein
I know... you probably don't see it as a big difference.
Klein
But you can't deny that it's indeed a safer route.
Mei
I agree, but I think most people would choose to trust their intuitions over a stranger's instructions.
Klein
That's why humans are always doing things they regret.
Klein
Certain reactions taking place in the Ferguson Area of the brain do bring such emotion-driven but stupid...
Klein
...Never mind, you won't understand anyway.
Mei
So... can you introduce yourself now, stranger?
Klein
...
Klein
I'm Klein, Dr. Mobius's assistant. I handle the regular maintenance of the Elysian Realm.
Mei
The maintainer of the Elysian Realm... are you a Flame-Chaser too?
Klein
...
Klein
Record: Anomalies in the realm may have caused irreversible damage to the test subject's visual and cognitive functions.
Mei
...I guess that's a no. Then why are you here?
Klein
...It's my job.
Klein
I'm an ELF designed and made by Dr. Mobius. I'm just as real as you.
Klein
But you don't have to address me like your senior. You can simply call me Klein.
Mei
...Hi, Klein. I'm Raiden Mei.
Klein
There's no need to introduce yourself.
Klein
I was alerted the moment you entered the realm.
Mei
...
Klein
No one foresaw the coming of a Herrscher as a successor.
Klein
I had to run emergency maintenance on the realm, otherwise...
Klein
You might have experienced its various defense mechanisms by now.
Mei
...Sounds like I should thank you.
Klein
You're welcome.
Mei
...
Klein
Unless you have more questions, test subject, let's talk about your next job.
Mei
...My next job?
Klein
Yes. My best guess is that the anomalies you just experienced were part of the realm's rejection reaction against Herrschers.
Klein
It's more of a biological term, but I think it applies to your situation.
Klein
To fix these anomalies... I hope you can gather more observation data in the realm for me.
Mei
...Why should I help you?
Klein
Because you're now the only successor in the realm.
Mei
Still, my answer is no. I didn't sign up for this.
Klein
...
Klein
...Huh?
Klein
...You refused? Why? How can you turn down a request?
Mei
Hmm?
Klein
Shouldn't you... accept the request and finish it on time?
Klein
Even if the requestor changes their mind and asks you to start all over again... you're still supposed to say yes, aren't you?
Mei
...Do you live in hell?
Klein
...
Mei
Anyway, these anomalies didn't disturb me, and I have no reason to help you.
Klein
If your exploration is limited to the current area, I guess you're right.
Klein
Alright, it's fine. I'll try to think of a way to gather data myself.
Mei
Wait, Klein.
Klein
Huh?
Mei
You just mentioned the "current area"... which means there are other areas in the realm that I haven't been to?
Klein
Yes, but the realm is now becoming more and more unstable.
Klein
Maintaining the stability of the current area is difficult enough, not to mention fixing all the anomalies throughout the realm.
Mei
...
Mei
If that's the case... I can help.
Klein
Huh?
Mei
Getting to the deeper reaches of the realm is one of the reasons why I came here.
Mei
But if I find out resolving these anomalies doesn't help me in any way, I can help no further.
Klein
Alright, that's good enough for me. Thanks.
Mei
...So, how do I help?
Klein
Ah, about that...
Klein reached out her hand to Mei, trying to attach something to Mei's belt.
But due to their height difference, Klein attached it to Mei's leg instead.
A blue stream of data flashed for a brief moment at the location of contact and then dispersed.
Mei
What's this?
Klein
Uh...
Klein
It's alright. Where you wear it doesn't matter. It's functioning properly.
Mei
...
Klein
It's hard to explain... Just know that it's an accessory used exclusively in the realm.
Klein
During an anomaly, you can use it to communicate with the outside would. I'll answer your call as soon as possible.
The Visitor from the Outside World: Defeat[]
Mei
That's Signet power... Raven is indeed more familiar with the realm than I am.
Mei
If that wasn't just her excuse, then who is the one that intends to stop me?
Mei
I need to ask her.
The Visitor from the Outside World: Reunion[]
Raven
Ah, you just can't let go of me?
Raven
You must have wanted to keep me here all along?
Mei
As I said, I came here on my own, and I'm not leaving just because someone wishes me to.
Raven
Alright. Makes no difference to me.
Raven
But doing it all over again won't change anything.
Mei
I doubt that.
Elysian Realm Anomalies 1[]
Mei
This is...
Mei
I've never seen this in the realm. Have I reached a new area, or...
???
No, something did go wrong with the Elysian Realm.
Mei
Who's there?
???
No time to explain.
???
Anyway, the memories that this area was built upon are now problematic, which impairs your sentience and self-rocognition.
???
So, from now on, try not rely on common sense.Missing textMissing text
Between the stranger's words, the ticking of machines could be heard, giving Mei a sense of the stranger's surroundings.
???
Follow my instructions and I'll take you back to reality.
Mei
...Why should I trust you?
???
Uh... you don't have to trust me. Just do as I say.
???
It's usually more efficient this way.
Mei
You should at least identify yourself. I can't blindly follow the advice of a stranger.
???
...
???
Whether you know my name or not, it will make little difference to you.
???
Test subject, you should worry more about your own situation.
Mei
...
Mei
(That strange voice... Was it another Flame-Chaser? A World Serpent member? Or...)
Mei
(The way it called me "test subject" reminds me of someone...)
Elysian Realm Anomalies 2[]
Mei
Three paths? How could it be?
???
Just as I expected.
???
From the energy reactions observed, the portals in that area are malfunctioning too.
???
Can you get closer? I need more data.
???
And try not to activate any of them before I instruct you to do so.
Mei
...Alright, I'll check them out.
Elysian Realm Anomalies 3[]
???
Don't get any closer to the portal.
Mei
Why?
???
Like I said, you can't rely on common sense anymore.
???
Its properties haven't changed, but the place it leads to is rather chaotic.
???
Which is to say, you very well might encounter extremely strong enemies there. I wouldn't recommend that.
Mei
(But from the sign on the portal, this should be the safest path.)
Mei
(This stranger who claimed she could take me back to reality... Is she really trustworthy?)
Mei
...
Mei
(I'd better take a look at the other portals as well.)
Elysian Realm Anomalies 4[]
???
This should be fine.
???
Judging by the memory structure, this portal leads to an area of Bodhi.
Mei
Su's place?
Mei
(No way. This is clearly not his Signet.)
Mei
(And this portal... I have a bad feeling about it.)
Mei
...
Mei
(I'd better take a look at the other portals as well.)
Elysian Realm Anomalies 5[]
???
That's it. Data shows this is the only one connected to a normal area.
Mei
...Are you sure? It looks the most problematic to me.
???
Which means your common sense is now distorted, test subject.
???
The data can't be wrong. Get out of there, or... no one knows what will happen.
Mei
(Can I really trust her?)
Mei
...
Mei
(I'd better take a look at the other portals as well.)
Elysian Realm Anomalies 6[]
Mei
Klein, that was...
Klein
Apparently, the realm is not functioning properly. It's reconstructing the characters and objects in your memory incorrectly.
Mei
What caused this?
Klein
Not clear right now. I'm still analyzing the data you collected.
Klein
But in a nutshell, there are two possibilities.
Klein
One, something went wrong with your mind and it mistook the Honkai Beasts for you partners.
Mei
...You can rule that out now.
Klein
But... the other possibility has been ruled out too.
Klein
If your mind is functioning properly, then it must be that someone had tampered with the memory simulation algorithm.
Klein
But you're the only successor in the realm now.
Mei
...
Klein
...
Klein
Uh... sounds like I'm the prime suspect now.
Klein
Don't... don't look at me like that... I'm innocent... thought there's no evidence to prove it yet.
Klein
Is it possible... that something within the realm is trying to meddle with my mind?
Klein
...Impossible.
Klein
It only takes very basic knowledge of neuroscience, brain-computer interfaces, and a bit of social psychology to know...
Klein
...
Klein
Uh... alright, I guess you're not familiar with any of those.
Klein
Ah, it's indeed a different era now...
Mei
...I don't think this has anything to do with what era it is now.
Klein
Anyway, what I'm trying to tell you is that the probability of this scenario is close to zero.
Klein
As for the exact result... I'll let you know after the data is thoroughly analyzed.
Elysian Realm Anomalies 7[]
Mei
Klein, what just happened? Why was communication suddenly...
Klein
Uh... wait a moment...
Klein's eyes were fixed on the virtual screen before her even as they spoke.
She did not touch the screen frequently, but when she did, it was lightning fast.
Klein
I've pinpointed the root cause of the anomaly just now. You shouldn't have to experience it again for a while.
Klein tapped lightly on the screen.
Mei
So... what went wrong exactly?
Klein
The realm's climate system.
Mei
The climate system?
Klein
Yes, climate reaction is one of the fundamental functions of the realm.
Klein
But for reasons unknown, the climate control module was wrongly connected to the auto-defense system.
Klein
Which is to day, after detecting the energy of a Herrscher, the climate was activated as part of the defense.
Klein
As this was not its original purpose, I didn't take extra measure when shutting down the defense system.
Klein
And the result was the anomalies you just experienced.
Mei
......
Mei
Anyway, have all the problems been resolved now?
Klein
It might take longer to sort everything out, but I've already modified its trigger mechanism...
Klein
In short, the chance of it happening again has been lowered to 1 in 100,000.
Klein
In practice, the chance is negligible.
Klein
Which means I'll probably never encounter similar anomalies again?
Klein
Technically speaking, yes.
Klein
But still, things aren't looking good for you.
Mei
Huh?
Klein
What I can conclude from previous observations is that someone was behind them.
Mei
You mean... someone was disrupting the realm on purpose?
Klein
Yes. When the realm reacted to your coming, someone took the opportunity to cover up what they did to the data.
Mei
Can you trace the source?
Klein
Not yet. The person responsible was clever so doing so would take a long time.
Klein
And I believe restoring the data to its original state is more important.
Klein
But... I must apologize. I couldn't even do that.
Klein
The anomalies won't happen again, but their occurrence... changed the realm forever.
Klein
In the realm, you should've seen an odd portal.
Mei
Yes, it led to an unknown area that I couldn't access however I tried.
Klein
That's normal. The are was intended for Kalpas but was abandoned long ago.
Klein
But now... a new area appeared there for no reason at all. Even I don't know what the new area holds.
Klein
As for the path leading to the Deep End... that special portal vanished.
Mei
Which means... the missing portal might be linked to the new area.
Klein
I'm not sure, but it's the most probable.
Mei
I see. I'll go check it out.
Klein
Oh, wait a sec...
Mei
Yes?
Klein
Uh... when you were gone, someone came looking for you.
Mei
Hmm? Was it Elysia? Where is she?
Klein
No, it was someone who came from the outside world like you.
Mei
The outside world?
Klein
Yeah, SheMissing textMissing text should be waiting for you in the lounge.
The Visitor from the Outside World 1[]
Raven
On my last visit,
Raven
the portrait hanging here wasn't Eden's.
Raven
Life is subject to change without notice,
Raven
isn't it?
Mei
...Why are you here?
Mei
Wait... are you a sim too? Were you killed in action?
Raven
...
Raven
Why don't you come closer and see for yourself whether I'm real or not?
Mei
...No need. Why are you here?
Raven
As a World Serpent agent, can you blame me for looking after an aspiring junior member?
Raven
I'm far more familiar with this place than you.
Mei
...Good. I happen to have some questions for you.
Mei
You told me every World Serpent agent was initiated here.
Mei
Which means... you've been to the deep end of the Elysian Realm?
Raven
Ah... that was the idea at first.
Raven
But... there was never a unified standard for being initiated. I don't know about others, but I used a trick.
Raven
World Serpent is not that dogmatic - the important thing is to prove your worth.
Raven
That said, I did stay here for a long time, and I have a lot of memories of this place.
Raven
Alright, enough about me. How are you doing here?
Mei
...So far, I've only seen a few faces.
Raven
You mean the MANTIS soldiers. They're interesting characters. Made any friends?
Mei
...
Mei
Did something happen in the outside world? I doubt you came here only to say hello.
Raven
Like I said, I came here to make sure you're doing fine and that no one is bothering you.
Raven
Ah, but I can see I'm not welcome here. Alright, I guess I'll look for you when it's all over.
Mei
...Wait, one more thing.
Mei
When you were trapped here... did it have anything to do with the anomalies?
Raven
Anomalies? Which kind? You were blocked by the masked man as well?
Mei
No, not that. You met Klein, the manager here, right?
Mei
In her words, certain anomalies have occurred in the Elysian Realm.
Raven
Klein? Never heard this name. They have a manager here?
Raven
The anomalies here... I've seen a few, but I can't say for sure if they were the kind you're talking about.
Raven
How about this, I have nothing to do anyway. I can keep you company here.
Mei
...You're here on vacation?
Raven
Assisting an important asset of the organization... isn't that valuable work?
Mei
...
Mei
Sui yourself. Just don't get in my way.
Raven
Anything you say, Miss Raiden.
The Visitor from the Outside World 2[]
Raven
Hi, Mei.
Raven
You're a bit late.
Mei
Why are you here?
Raven
Is my memory fooling me, or have I answered this question before?
Raven
It can't be helped. Everyone has to repay a favor every once in a while.
Raven
Sorry, my lady. I can't allow you to go deeper into the realm.
Mei
...World Serpent certainly has a unique way of looking after new members.
Raven
I didn't lie to you. Even now, I'm here to protect you.
Raven
I was hoping something would stop you, then I wouldn't have to do it myself.
Mei
Why?
Raven
Ah, I thought you'd just say "You can't stop me".
Raven
Alright, I guess I misjudged you.
Mei
...
Raven
I'll just put it like this: Someone thinks you've crossed the line.
Mei
Crossed the line? Looks like we define "the line" very differently. I'm yet to get anything of value here.
Raven
Who knows, I'm only carrying out the order.
Raven
Maybe it's more about what you will see rather than what you've seen— The anomalies have created more uncertainties.
Mei
Did you cause the anomalies?
Raven
Funny you should think that. Yes, I'm getting you out of here, but I wouldn't use an unfamiliar method like that.
Raven
Ah, why don't you just go with me? Saves us a lot of trouble.
Mei
You know my answer.
Mei
The reason I'm here is that Kevin has kept too much from me.
Mei
If someone is trying to stop me, then I know I'm on the right track.
Raven
Which means... you won't listen anyway.
Raven
Can't blame me for trying. I'm just going through the motions.
Mei
Going through the motions? You sure that's all you're doing?
The spot where Raven sat looked as if it was illuminated by a weak winter sun.
And there was the unmistakable sound of ravens cawing nearby.
Raven
I don't really like this place, but I can't deny it's a good spot.
Raven
A spot where we can fight each other without any fear of real bloodshed.
Raven
Without the Divine Key and the Scepter of Duat, I wonder if I can hold my own against a Herrscher...
Raven
We'll find out soon enough.
The Visitor from the Outside World 3[]
Mei
...
Raven
...Oh, I missed this view.
Mei
...
Mei
Since you weren't holding back, why didn't you use the Divine Key?
Raven
As I said, I'm just going through the motions. I don't see the necessity of blasting you into atoms.
Raven
And... if I did wish to use the Seven Thunders of Retribution on you, I wouldn't have shown up that early.
Mei
...
Mei
The one who thinks I've crossed the line. Who is it?
Raven
It never occurred to you that might just be my excuse?
Mei
I know how you do things - you like playing along, but you wouldn't have come here just to fight me.
Raven
Ah, now you're thinking.
Mei
So, who is it?
Raven
...It's Gray Serpent. And you don't even need to ask me why.
Raven
You know how he is. No one can get him to speak when he doesn't want to.
Raven
But you might be able to infer some possible reasons, right? Or do you still have no clue what the Elysian Realm actually is?
Mei
...
Mei
As far as I know, it's part of Project Stigma.
Raven
Right, that's why I agreed with Gray Serpent's decision in spite of our differences.
Mei
Agreed?
Raven
I don't know why Sire sent you here, but I doubt what the Elysian Realm has to offer has any significance to you.
Raven
A facility built by MANTIS soldiers... that serves MANTIS soldiers, or future MANTIS soldiers.
Mei
MANTIS soldiers...
Raven
I'll cut to the chase. The purpose of the Elysian Realm is to remove a sort of limitation on those who carry stigmata.
Mei
So you did reach the deep end of the realm.
Raven
I couldn't tell if it was the deep end. When she decided to pass on the thing to me, I refused and left right away.
Mei
So you were "the one"?
Raven
You've heard about me here?
Mei
Kevin's sim mentioned such a person to me. But why?
Raven
If you'd seen what it is like with the limitation removed, you wouldn't ask this question.
Raven
You'd become more like a monster than a soldier... I don't want that.
Raven
Someone else might find that powerful and desirable, but not me.
Raven
I made up my mind when I first saw this, even before coming here.
Raven
For me, living a good life doesn't include turning into something inhuman.
Mei
...
Raven
What? You've changed your mind and you wish you had gone back with me at the very beginning?
Mei
No, I don't care about that. I came here to see everything with my own eyes. That's all.
Raven
I knew it would be all but impossible to convince you.
Raven
Well, can we drop it now, Miss Raiden? Or... do you plan to have this attitude towards me forever?
Mei
...
Raven
So you still plan to stay here.
Mei
Yeah, I'll be here until I find it pointless to stay longer. You?
Raven
Ah... I lost, and I admit defeat. I'm heading back to make a report.
Raven
Oh, right, there's someone I need to find here. I might stay for a bit longer. See you around.
To The Other Me 1[]
Mei
Mobius, you're sure hard to find.
Mobius
Hehe, it's you who's been avoiding me, Herrscher lady.
Mobius
You won't come closer but you beg everyone for more of my stories... I have to assume you have a secret crush on me.
Mobius
But you don't have to be this way. I've been looking forward to doing some interesting stuff together.
Mei
...
Mei
Can we have a normal conversation? I came here for business.
Mobius
Tsk, fine... How does Elysia pull it off? Something wrong with my imitation?
Mei
...Hard to imagine you'd imitate someone you detest.
Mobius
Can you blame me? People always put up their guard against me and I have to try something.
Mobius
If imitating her does benefit my experiments, I don't mind at all... though I take no pleasure in it.
Mobius
But it doesn't seem to work on you at all.
Mei
...
Mobius
Alright, lab rat, let's talk business. I believe you and I have only one matter to discuss.
Mobius
Putting you on the operating table and studying what makes a living Herrscher so special.
Mobius
Shall we try?
Mei
...
Mei
Sure.
Mobius
Ah, alright, I knew you'd say no, so why are you here wasting my time?
Mobius
...
Mobius
Wait, what did you say?
Mei
I agreed, Mobius. That's exactly the business I have in mind.
Mei
It's been a while since I came to the Elysian Realm. If what I've seen is everything it has to offer, I'd regret coming here at all.
Mei
I think I'm now qualified for the final bounty.
Mobius
...
Mobius's pupils suddenly narrowed into two thin lines, reminding Mei of a hungry snake sizing up its prey.
For someone who knows biology, they'd realize... a snake with such pupils is only active in the dark.
Mobius
Is that so? Did you not say... it wasn't what you want?
Mei
Yes, I did, but I'm ready to leave now.
Mei
The data buried in the realm is too fragmented. Maybe it's a mistake form the very beginning to seek answers here.
Mei
And before leaving, I think I should see the real purpose of this place with my own eyes.
Mobius
Hmm...
Mobius
Are you really speaking your mind, Herrscher?
Mei
You can of course think it's just a lie, if you have enough evidence to prove it.
Mobius
Haha... I see you're a quick learner of the way I speak.
Mobius
Alright, let's just suppose you're telling the truth. It doesn't matter to me anyway.
Mobius
But have you thought it through? The bounty is a way to remove the restraints, but no Herrscher ever walked this path.
Mobius
Which means it's an unprecedented experiment, and I can't tell you what will happen.
Mei
So what, Mobius? What's already known is of no use to us, is it?
Mobius
Haha, I'm beginning to like you more, cute lab rat.
Mobius
Well then, I'll grant your wish.
Mobius
I'll go prepare the lab— it may take longer to make it Herrscher-ready.
Mobius
And to restore the sim to its best status, I'll have to take back all of my Signets for now.
Mobius
Which is to say, you won't see me again until entering my lab. Think you can endure it?
Mobius
It might be hard, but I can assure you it'll be worth it.
Mobius
Because when it's over, I'll grant you... a new lease on life.
To The Other Me 2[]
Mei
(Is this the place Raven mentioned before?)
Mobius
Ah, sweet lady, we're back here again...
Mobius
Do you still remember... where we first met?
Mei
...
Mei
Mobius, don't you wish to experiment on me?
Mobius
Uh-huh.
Mei
But I'm not seeing any operating table here.
Mobius
Operating table? No, the experiment I have in mind... isn't that simple.
Mei
Hmph, I knew the bounty was a lie.
Mobius
A lie? Sweet lady, have you ever been honest with me?
Mobius
You never planned to leave the Elysian Realm. You threw yourself headfirst into danger just to figure out my real purpose.
Mobius
Since neither of us isis honest with each other, let's just let it slide.
Mobius
Do you remember what I said to you when we first met?
Mobius
Sweet lady... can you take me out of this place?
Mei
Drop it, Mobius. You're the owner of this place, and you don't need me to...
Mei
...
Mei
Wait, you want to leave the Elysian Realm?
Mobius
Ah, you finally got it.
Mei
That's impossible. You're just a...
The word "sim" stopped at Mei's lips. She suddenly realized what the missing link she had been searching for was.
Everything she thought she had found herself was fed to her by Mobius on purpose.
Mobius had been leading her on all along with smoke and mirrors, luring her into an elaborate trap.
Mobius's plan had worked. Her eerie laughter penetrated Mei's skin and seeped into her nerves.
Mei
The attempt you made on Gray Serpent... the tech you thought was able to save Klein...
Mei
It's sentience transfer, right?
Mobius
Hehe... yes, sweet lady, I've been waiting for you to say it out loud.
Mobius
But it might be too late for you to have regrets now.
Mei
...
Mobius
A living Herrscher... a perfect body... the most precious gift I've ever received.
Mobius
After leaving the Elysian Realm, maybe I should visit Kevin and thank him properly.
Mei
So this is your plan. I should have known earlier.
Mei
Handing me all the Signets of Infinity was not to help me. Rather, it was to adapt my body to your sentience, right?
Mobius
How clever, lab rat. Under different circumstances, you might become my best student.
Mei
Sorry, Mobius, it this is your plan, I have to say you found the wrong person.
Mei
Fighting another sentience for body control... I have plenty of experience with that.
Mobius
Haha... fighting? Sweet lady, what are you talking about? I'm not interested in sharing the body.
Mobius
The experiment will be over soon, and there'll be only one soul who will walk out of here.
Mobius
You'd better hurry and say goodbye to your sentience, to Raiden Mei.
Mei
It's you who should say goodbye, Mobius.
Mei
Drop your disguise and let me see your real face.
Mobius
Ah, you know that? What a curious kid. Still trying to learn more secrets before your last breath.
Mobius
Well, as you wish. Behold, the real MANTIS.
To The Other Me 3[]
Mei
What?!
Mobius
Ah, you seem shocked. What, it's only been a few seconds and you don't recognize me now, sweet lady?
Mei
...Now I know why Raven rejected your bounty right away.
Mobius
Raven? The little girl fled in fear even before witnessing the true beauty of life.
Mobius
Ah, what a shame. The door was open for her to evolve and transform into something beautiful.
Mobius
I wonder if she's till regretting it now.
Mei
Ha, you'd have to ask her yourself.
Mobius
Ah, you seem calm again. Impressive.
Mei
So this is an Active Honkai Reaction... the true MANTIS form...
Mei
It's surprising... but nothing more.
Mobius
Nothing more? You do have a good sense of humor, Herrscher lady.
Mobius
You don't think you still have a chance, do you?
Mobius
You think you can accomplish what it took three Flame-Chasers to do?
Mei
I won't know until I try.
Mobius
Hahaha... very well... I like your attitude.
Mobius
Do you know which kind of test subjects have the best survival rates?
Mobius
Not the kind with hopes and wishes for tomorrow. Those who are already buried in despair are most likely to survive.
Mobius
In other words... reality usually work against your wishes.
Mei
Right back at you, Mobius.
Mobius
Haha... then let's find out if it's going to be Raiden Mei or Mobius that walks out today.
To The Other Me 4[]
Mobius
...
Klein
It's over, Dr. Mobius.
Klein
...
Klein
No, maybe I should stop calling you this.
Mobius
Klein... why?
Mobius
You should be able to understand me... You knew what I sought to accomplish 50000 years ago... You never objected...
Mobius
Why... would you... get in my way now?
Klein
...
Klein
Because... the real Dr. Mobius had given it up already when she told me about the plan.
Mobius
The real Mobius? What do you mean, Klein?
Mobius
I... am the real Mobius.
Klein
...
Klein
That's what I had always believed.
Klein
There's no difference between you and her. Thoughts, behaviors, and personality.
Klein
Just like she once saw me as the continuation of Klein, I had regarded you as the real Dr. Mobius.
Klein
But now...
Mobius
...Enough.
Mobius
So in your eyes, Klein, I'm someone who rejects change?
Klein
No, that's not how I think.
Klein
But what you did today... was something Dr. Mobius would never do.
Klein
She had gone through many changes, but there's a part of her that had always remained.
Klein
And that's the critical difference between you two.
Mobius
Critical difference? What a joke...
Klein
I know I can't convince you myself.
Klein
But fortunately, Dr. Mobius had a sound plan prepared for this.
Mobius
What?
Klein
She left something and told me to give it to you, but I never did.
Klein
To me, passing on a message from Mobius to Mobius seemed pointless.
Klein
Until now.
Mobius
She left something for me? What trick are you trying to play, Klein?
Mobius
I've never been a sentimental one. This pointless formalism doesn't sound like...
"Mobius"
I know.
"Mobius"
This isn't something I would normally do.
"Mobius"
But IfIf there's anything I need to tell you
"Mobius"
this is my last chance.
"Mobius"
What should I call you?
"Mobius"
Mobius?
"Mobius"
Or... the other me?
Mobius
...
Mobius
What is it, Klein? You like the old me more, don't you?
Klein
This hologram recording is what she asked me to show you.
Klein
She recorded this... before her death.
Mobius
Death? Klein, do you have any idea what you're talking about? For me, death is impossible...
"Mobius"
Yeah, even I myself find it hard to believe I'm going to embrace death.
Mobius
?!
Mobius
Is it live communication?
Klein shook her head.
Mobius
...
Mobius
Klein, if you wish to deceive me, you should have played smarter.
Mobius
I remember everything that happened... when I still looked like that.
Mobius
Back then, even the Elysian Realm didn't exist yet, so how could I have left a message for myself..
"Mobius"
Because it's interesting, isn't it?
Mobius
...?
"Mobius"
Reviewing your past as an outsider... this doesn't happen ever day. You should thank me, the other me.
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
If it's me, the words of denial should have been uttered in full by now.
The Past Mobius
Of course, by the time you see this, you might have changed a lot and even become more talkative.
The Past Mobius
But anyway... this is the last time. Be patient, and just allow me to finish what I've got to say, alright?
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
Hmm... I finally have this last chance, but I find myself lost for words.
The Past Mobius
You know what, I made this decision long ago. The Final Herrscher's coming is just an excuse.
Mobius
...Ridiculous.
The Past Mobius
I know this sounds ridiculous, right?
The Past Mobius
In the eyes of many, Mobius is immortal. A monster that has broken the cycle of life and death.
The Past Mobius
But you... you know that I... we... fear death more than anyone. We fear it because we fear the unknown.
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
Do we die when we're killed? No... we can be resurrected.
The Past Mobius
Just enduring a bit of pain. Just growing smaller. Just shedding an old skin.
The Past Mobius
When I first became a MANTIS, I didn't think it was a terrible thing at all.
The Past Mobius
On the contrary, the power brought me great joy - it gave me an endless life to explore every possibility of evolution.
The Past Mobius
Until...
The Past Mobius
...I turned out this way.
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
That was when I finally realized...
The Past Mobius
Resurrection doesn't equal infinite life.
The Past Mobius
I still might die... a real death. But when would that be?
The Past Mobius
After dying ten times, or a hundred times?
The Past Mobius
When I degenerate to infancy? Or to an embryo? Or to a single cell?
The Past Mobius
I don't know... I know nothing.
The Past Mobius
But I remember... when the fear of the unknown grabbed me by the throat for the first time. I was overwhelmed.
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
That prompted me to find a way to true immortality... something that would always keep me one step ahead of death.
Mobius
...Enough.
The Past Mobius
But... what's the point of that?
The Past Mobius
I still remember that morning... when the experiment failed again and Nuwa was lying on the floor, too tired to stand up.
The Past Mobius
She asked me: "Dr. Mobius, what's the purpose of immortality?"
The Past Mobius
I searched my mind but couldn't come up with a convincing answer.
The Past Mobius
Yeah, what is it for? Humans are meant to die, right? Then what's the point of my obsession?
The Past Mobius
That's the first time I doubted myself.
Mobius
...Foolish.
The Past Mobius
Sounds foolish, right? But that's not all of it...
The Past Mobius
Never had it come to mind that it would be Elysia's death that brought me clarity. I used to hate her the most.
The Past Mobius
Her death made me understand something.
The Past Mobius
People driven by fear and fumbling forward in the dark— I didn't realize I was one of them when I laughed at them.
The Past Mobius
Up till the end, I didn't wake up to the fact that...
The Past Mobius
I was a loser too.
The Past Mobius
At that time, I finally heard the other voice in my heart.
The Past Mobius
It told me... death was the only constant.
The Past Mobius
You surely understand that, right?
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
In the past, "last words" was never in my vocabulary.
The Past Mobius
Of course, if I so desired, the Final Herrscher wouldn't have been able to totally destroy me.
The Past Mobius
Not very convincing, right? I now look like someone ready to falter at any second.
The Past Mobius
But you're another me, and I don't have to explain myself to you.
The Past Mobius
Even if the civilization dies and the ground beneath our feet crumbles, resurrection is always possible for me.
The Past Mobius
It's just that now... I'm tired of it.
The Past Mobius
For Mobius, this is it.
The Past Mobius
...
Mobius
What, you finally realized you've said nothing by rubbish?
The Past Mobius
I don't know... these words just came to me naturally.
The Past Mobius
Maybe because I can feel my end is nigh? But this is the message I wish to leave to you... Mobius.
The Past Mobius
Before my eyes, infinite possibilities are retracting into a single endpoint.
The Past Mobius
The descent of the Final Herrscher will very soon turn the world we know into a boundless desert.
The Past Mobius
Not that I care, but still... I feel an urge to say this before it happens.
The Past Mobius
Gray Serpent or Klein, they've heard this and I believe they've understood it.
The Past Mobius
But when it comes to you, the other me, I'm not so sure.
Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
The two of us are looking at two different pictures. For you, the path of infinity still extends into the horizon.
The Past Mobius
No one can get in your way or make decisions for you... not even me, your creator.
Mobius
...Enough.
The Past Mobius
You're still Mobius after all.
The Past Mobius
But should you choose the path of Mobius, the path of becoming me...
The Past Mobius
That's still a choice made by you among infinite possibilities.
The Past Mobius
Anyway, you're free.
The Past Klein
Dr. Mobius, the hibernation pod is being activated. Please come over now.
The Past Mobius
Hmm... alright, I'm coming.
The Past Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
Looks like it's still too early to call myself a total loser yet.
The Past Mobius
Infinite possibilities... they've evaded me ever since I discovered my mistakes.
The Past Mobius
But I created them myself, didn't I? Through Gray Serpent, Klein, and...
The Past Mobius
You.
The Past Mobius
Infinity is... all the possible choices you can make.
The Past Mobius
I'm not sure when you'll be able to see this. Thousands of years from now? Or even longer?
The Past Mobius
Everything I've ever known should have turned to ashes long ago.
The Past Mobius
But for you, it has just started.
The Past Mobius
You're my best creation and my proudest work.
The Past Mobius
You realized my life-long pursuit the moment you were born.
The Past Mobius
...
The Past Mobius
Mobius... the other me in this world...
The Past Mobius
Say goodbye to me, alright?
Mobius
...
Mobius
Follow your path and become you? What a joke!
Mobius
If you were truly me... I have to say I'm deeply disappointed.
Mobius
Infinite choices? That sounds pathetic.
Mobius
What I'm going to do... is to go beyond infinity and all the possibilities out there.
Mobius
Your path is just one tiny branch among millions.
Klein
You...
Mobius
What's that look, Klein?
Mobius
You think I'm boasting?
Mobius
Do you really think she chose death voluntarily?
Klein
What are you saying?
Mobius
Hmph... so you did fail to realize that.
Mobius
Try to remember, Klein. When was the last time she went into the Elysian Realm to sync her memory?
Klein
...
Klein
Right after Elysia...
Klein
You?!
Mobius
Hmm, you're my favorite assistant for a reason.
Mobius
Yes... during the sync, I took advantage of the moment... to plant a little seed in her memory.
Mobius
Thank you, Klein... now I finally know it has sprouted... and borne fruit.
Klein
Why?
Mobius
Because I don't need to become the second Mobius.
Mobius
I will... no, I have... made myself the one and only Mobius.
Mobius
Klein, my favorite assistant... will you still attempt to stop me?
Klein
...
Mobius
Haha... looks like I can finally put an end to this cheesy drama.
Mobius
Klein, you know why I watched it patiently?
Klein
Huh?
Mobius
Snakes never let go of their prey... Waiting is their forte, and now is no exception.
Klein
...!
Klein
The data of this area is disappearing?!
Klein
You've been trying to delete this area just now?
Mobius
Haha... that's right, Klein. There's still a lot you need to learn from me.
Mobius
But relax, no substantial harm will come to you, save some minor data loss.
Mobius
You might experience something like amnesia, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.
Mobius
Because I doubt it would be a pleasant memory for you to witness your new Herrscher friend perish in despair.
Klein
Ugh...
Mobius
Haha... sorry, Herrscher lady.
Mobius
Sorry you have to put up with such a farce.
Mei
Ha... and I thought I was an outsider all along.
Mobius
Haha, that's not true. You've always been my favorite lab rat.
Mobius
But... in my lab, any lab rat that bites... shall be punished.
Mei
...
Mobius
Well then... goodbye, Herrscher lady.
Mobius
What I've not been able to finish... we'll resume tomorrow.
Mobius
That is, of course, if you manage to walk out of here alive.
Mei
Mobius...
Klein
Wait, test subject, don't chase her! The area is gone, and so is Dr. Mobius!
Klein
We still have time. I'm looking for a way to help you get out. Dammit, this portal was shut down by Dr. Mobius too?
Mei
...
Mei
Klein, I remember you have a habit of evaluating the situation using probabilities.
Mei
So, what are the odds of us getting out alive now?
Klein
...Zero.
Mei
...
Mei
Thanks for cheering me up.
Klein
Cheering you up?
Mei
Against all odds, you're still trying to find a way out.
Mei
I'm beginning to understand what Kevin meant... I believe in myself and you rather than the numbers.
Mei closed her eyes.
The next moment, a bolt of raging lightning shot out from her and lit up the darkness.
Mei
(It worked in the Theater of Domination, so it should work in here too...)
Klein
Are you unleashing your Herrscher power? This is a space constructed by memories, and it won't...
...
Klein
Impossible...
Klein
Oh, it's her... Your power drew her attention.
Klein
Never mind, let's get out of here before it's too late...
To The Other Me 5[]
Elysia
...It's not happening, Mobius.
Elysia
Someone we're both interested in won't fall for your trap this easily.
Mobius
Elysia, put a lid on your conceit.
Mobius
Ah, right, you've always been trying to get me in a pink dress, no?
Mobius
I'm in a good mood today. If she can somehow walk out of the realm alive... I'll indulge you for once.
Mei
You can put on the dress now.
Mobius
What?!
Klein
...Finally back.
Elysia
What did I say, Mobius? My pure intentions have always been unstoppable♪
Mobius
That's impossible... How can you two come back alive?
Mei
Who knows, maybe it's just dumb luck.
Mobius
Dumb luck? Are you kidding?
Mobius
...
Mobius
Was it you, Elysia?
Elysia
Huh?
Mobius
...Tsk.
Elysia
Mobius, don't go yet... Mobius!
Elysia
Ah, she left...just like that.
Mei
...
Elysia
Pink dresses must be number one on her hate list... That's the only explanation.
Elysia
But her sullen look is surprisingly cute♪
Elysia
She looked just like an adorable little pufferfish. What do you think, Mei?
Mei
...
Mei
You knew Mobius's true intention all along, right?
Elysia
Ah, Mei, what makes you think that way? I'd have stepped in much earlier had I known.
Elysia
Did you hear everything Mobius and I said?
Elysia
She only told me about it after being certain she could leave the Elysian Realm.
Elysian
Hmm, it's like... when your cat messes up your curtains and proudly walks over to you.
Mei
I'm glad she didn't hear this.
Elysia
I wouldn't say this if she was still around.
Elysia
Hmm... maybe it would be the "snake" instead of the "cat" if I said it to her face. Who knows♪
Mei
...
Elysia
Alright, Mei, drop your serious face. The fight is over.
Elysia
You defeated yet another Flame-Chaser, and that's something no one could even imagine before.
Elysia
Besides, she was dead serious when fighting you. You saw how she looked, right?
Mei
Yeah.
Elysia
So, Mei, you can afford to be more proud of yourself and cheer up... You can even jump up and down to celebrate.
Mei
...
Elysia
Ah, or maybe... you're waiting for me to give you a big hug or something?
Mei
...
Elysia
I can do that, if you want...
Mei
...No need.
Mei
Nothing to celebrate. I didn't come here to fight Flame-Chasers.
Mei
I came to look for the truth, and that has never changed.
Mei
But recently, I came to realize there were more Flame-Chasers with hidden agendas like Mobius here.
Mei
Take you for example. Elysia, I'm still not sure what your drawn arrow is aimed at.
Elysia
...
Elysia
Me? Just like you, I've always remained the same.
Elysia
Quietly appreciating the changes you have brought to the Elysian Realm as a bystander...
Elysia
That's all I hope for.
Elysia's Concern 1[]
Elysia
The path to Mobius's lab seems to be open again. Mei, I'm worried. You didn't agree to do something weird, did you?
Elysia's Concern 2[]
Elysia
Mobius... is gone. Ah, Mei, you two didn't... no, that can't be true...
Elysia's Concern 3[]
Elysia
Hi, Mei, why do I feel you're in a hurry? Rushing off somewhere?
Elysia's Concern 4[]
Elysia
Ah, Mobius didn't even talk it through with me before... Mei, that's all I can do for you. You won't blame me, will you?
Elysia's Concern 5[]
Elysia
You should have left Mobius alone, Mei. Come to me if anything happens, but don't worry, I'll always protect you.
Bounty from Infinity 1[]
Mobius
Herrscher lady, it's been a long while. Do you miss me?
Mei
Mobius...
Mobius
Ah, I thought you'd come sooner. The waiting was killing me.
Mei
You can go first if your patience runs out. I won't mind.
Mobius
How could I? You're my best friend, and I'd never leave you behind.
Mobius
Ah, I see... you're mad at me because I didn't give you a Signet of Infinity, right?
Mobius
It's alright, I get it... the Signet is just as enticing as me, right? I'll give it to you.
Mobius
Just like when we first met.
Mei
What?
Mobius
Come, my lovely lab rat...
Mobius
Accept my Signets, my blessings, my power, and come close to me...
Mobius
Accept everything from me.
Bounty from Infinity 2[]
Mobius
Good, dear lab rat, you didn't run away.
Mobius
Now, use these Signets of Infinity... and let's connect on the level of consciousness, shall we?
Mei
No way, Mobius. Do you still believe I'd accept it after learning your true intention?
Mobius
Haha... that's not for you to decide, lab rat.
Bounty from Infinity 3[]
Mobius
Ah, seems like some annoying fella doesn't want to see us together.
Mobius
But, sweet lady, you do wish to continue our deep and intimate contact, right?
Mei
...Mobius, haven't you realized? The opportunities I have are also infinite.
Mobius
What, you don't think it gives you the bargaining power to talk terms with me, do you?
Mobius
She can protect you once, twice... but not every time. I'll get you... this time or the next.
Mei
Right back at you, Mobius. I'll defeat you, this time, right now.
Back to the Shadow 1[]
???
This isn't the end of your road, is it?
???
Well, then just overcome the trap set up by her with composure and poise and get back on the road again.
???
I'll be waiting for you.
Mei
Yes...
Mei
Where am I? Why would it be like this?
Mei
Did Mobius succeed?
Mei lifted one of her arms and examined it closely with a heavy heart.
Mei
No, not yet. But why?
Back to the Shadow 2[]
???
Wake up! Hey, Mei, wake up!
???
You have more to show than this, right?
Mei
Yes...
Mei
That was...
Mei
...
Mei
Mobius, you must have a weakness. I'll find it.
Back to the Shadow 3[]
???
Connection lost... Vital signs stable... No significant damage to hippocampus.
???
Can you hear me, test subject?
Mei
Yes...
Mei
...Klein?
Klein
Good, you still remember who I am.
Klein
Now try to recall what happened before you lost consciousness.
Mei
Hmm... Mobius... I was fighting her.
Mei
But did I lose? Why would I be here? How did I fall?
Klein
Clearly you lost the memory of that moment.
Klein
Fighting her is different... Simply put, death doesn't come with a second chance anymore.
Klein
From the observation, her next attack would have killed you, and the sentience known as Raiden Mei would also be gone.
Klein
In other words, it would've been her that woke up in this body, and that's why I cut off your connection to the realm.
Mei
...Thank you, Klein, but... why did you help me?
Klein
No, you misunderstood. I'm not helping anyone. I'm only bearing witness.
Mei
...
Klein
You'd better steer clear of the realm for now. You're no match for Dr. Mobius.
Klein
Leaving this place is a good choice. Without a target, her plan will falter.
Mei
...
Mei
No, I can feel it... the answer I've been seeking is right under my nose. I can't leave right now.
Klein
...In the best case scenario, you survival rate is no more than 5%.
Mei
5%... Thank. That's good enough for me.
Back to the Shadow 4[]
Klein
...
Klein
You seem to be used to forced disconnection... You didn't even faint this time.
Klein
But... it's not necessarily a good thing. I suggest you give up... while you still can.
Mei
Thank you for your kind reminder, Klein. I know where I stand. Next time... things will turn out differently.