How come I must know
where obsession needs to go?
How come I must know
the direction of relieving?
Deep in the night
Far off the light
Missing my headache
Visions of light
Sweeter delight
Kissin' my Loveache
Deep in the night
Far off the light
Missing my headache
Visions of light
Sweeter delight
Kissin' my Loveache
How come I must know
where obsession needs to go?
How come I must know
where the passion hides its feelings?
How come I must know
where obsession needs to go?
How come I must know
the direction of relieving?
It's been a while! I'm finally back!
Do you need help?
I'm Crim, a Heavy Spear user who's just passing by.
If you like your current state, then I'm outta here.
But if you're in some kind of trouble, I'll help you out.
It must mean something that we've met here. Don't be so hesitant.
Oh, your face says that it's none of my business. Well, that's true.
You and I just met after all.
But because we've met, we can't go on without becoming acquainted!
You know, that look on your face isn't normal.
Don't call me ''you''.
Oh! Did I do it again? I'll always be ready to help you!
Damn it! I forgot to give him my member address!
Now I won't be able to help him.
Hey, are you bored? Would you like to form a party with me?
I'm not bored!
What's up with that?
Sorry, I'm meeting up with someone else.
I see.
Did I make you wait?
Yes! I've been waiting!
Why are you so irritable?
Because. This is a game - right?
Yeah.
A game is - just play.
Well, yeah it is.
We're playing but he's wanted. Doesn't that sound strange?
There are rules in playing, too.
I know that already!
Tsukasa was the one who disregarded the rules first.
I know that, too!
But, he has a reason for that.
At this rate, he won't be able to play this game anymore.
You know, like when you say ''that Tsukasa'', ''that'' will be underlined.
I just feel really disgusted by that. I don't want it that way.
Things are moving along too quickly.
What should we do?
I've been thinking about that myself.
Can you give me a little bit more time?
I see.
The character that calls himself Tsukasa has been lurking ever since?
Yes. In the beginning, a lot of information was collected.
However, it was either outdated or couldn't be backed up by evidence.
And as far as information from after the announcement...
...I would have to say we have close to none.
I wish it would end quietly.
I know I'm out of line here, but I doubt that.
It might be just that he's scared of his fugitive status and is laying low.
Someday, when all of this calms down, I'm sure he will-
He will what?
He will make a move again.
I will pray that it doesn't end up that way.
Lady Subaru?
It is nothing much. I think I will go take a look at the other servers.
Then, I will have someone accompany you immediately.
That is not necessary.
But-
Silver Knight, I do not want to be too conspicuous.
Hello again.
It's me! Got anything to say?
I've still got a way to go.
Yeah, you've still got a while yet. Wanna die again?
No thanks. First, can you get this thing out of my way?
I have no chance if I fight back.
I can't win against you. I'll be completely defeated.
Mmm, hmm. And so? You didn't ask me out here for a rematch.
That was the free gift.
Perhaps I'm a candy toy.
What?
Those things in the candy aisle.
The candy is the accompaniment and the main item is the toy.
Know what I'm talkin' about?
My main item is an exchange of information.
You don't call it an exchange unless...
...it's between two things of equal value.
Then, supplying information.
One-way?
From my side.
You really are interesting after all. What are you planning now?
Luring out little Tsukasa. You interested in hearing about it?
That's not supplying information.
Would you like to call it a deal instead?
You should have said so from the beginning!
You don't have many friends, do you?
You don't look like you have many yourself. So we're even.
Are you going to listen to me, or not?
Why don't you tell me if you want me to listen?
Each and every time...
...a royal pain, right?
That's how I play it!
Sorry to keep you waiting!
I was on a business trip to Indonesia.
I finally returned, and this is the first time I've logged on in a while.
But Mac Anu was really hard to get to.
Was it wrong of me to call for you?
I'm sorry, it was wrong, wasn't it?
It was wrong to say that I wanted to see your face for a bit.
I won't do it again.
See ya 'round.
Crim the Crimson Lightning... you haven't changed a bit.
I'm always myself.
When I received your message, I was with the Silver Knight.
Is he doing all right?
He hasn't changed, either.
Then, the Knights will be safe and sound.
Did something happen?
That's right...
...you were never one to read the Board or the announcements...
...from the Sys Admin.
You're correct!
That's nothing to be proud of.
Well, I...
Thank you.
Because of this, I feel much easier now. I think I'll be going back now.
Subaru, I can't act like Silver Knight.
But, I can be of help to you at any time as another player.
But, then I... for you, I am the only one you don't need to worry about.
But, she still hesitates. What kind of a problem does she have?
Oh! That's right! The Board!
Mother. Are you mad at me?
But, that... it's all his fault!
He's the Guardian...
...but he did things on his own without listening to my orders...
No! Please don't take him away.
I hate the thought of you giving it away to someone else even more!
Oh, me? It's because I'm weak?
The heart? I see.
This level really isn't worth being protected...
I see, that's what you're saying, Mother.
Oh...
I understand. I understand.
There was no need to wait.
But Sora says he has something...
...he needs to talk to you about, Lady Subaru.
Uh, huh.
You have a way to lure him out, you say?
Bingo!
Don't you want to know?
No. There is no need to ask you.
So, that's the game.
It's unusual that you would have something to talk to us about, BT.
I thought it'd be better for you to hear of it.
What is it?
Oh, hi!
Is it something very hush-hush?
I heard this from someone I know.
But that monster that people are saying that Tsukasa carries around.
You mean the one that look like a barbell?
Does it?
Yeah.
Apparently, it's not just Tsukasa who's walking it around.
You're joking!
The person I know saw...
...a Heavy Sword with a monster in tow.
But what does that mean?
Is that Heavy Sword also unable to logout?
I don't know. But it makes me curious.
And why are you telling this to me?
Wouldn't Tsukasa be curious about it, too?
I see. You're right.
I don't know his member address.
There's no way for me to tell him, even if I wanted to.
Do you know where I'm likely to find this Heavy Sword?
He apparently stays in the same field, as if waiting for something.
Perhaps that Heavy Sword is also waiting for Tsukasa.
Which field?
That's...
...the story that apparently will reach him.
Reach him? Do you have a means of communicating with him?
That's a sec-ret.
What a suspicious individual.
If you don't believe me, here's where the conversation ends.
Wait! What happens after that?
Don't you have any imagination?
He thinks that he is special. Why does he think so?
The monster he carries with him.
If there was another character like him elsewhere in the game...
...he would no longer be special.
Will Tsukasa come to make sure?
That would be my bet.
If we know where he'll be going.
That's easy. Think your knights will be all right?
Do not take the Crimson Knights too lightly.
Aren't you forgetting something?
I thought Sir Knight would favor...
...obedience and politeness over all others?
I appreciate this.
Should I have given it more thought?
Well, we can't do anything now that we've called him.
What do you want to do? Wait for him?
Hmmm. For now, let's try going into the dungeon.
Everyone is now in place.
Do we have enough men?
We have about two squads extra.
I want one squad over here and one squad on the other side.
The other side?
I've got a plan. Don't you have any imagination?
So you say. Now then!
Where are you off to?
Watching the thing from front-row seats! Heh-ha!
Ma'am, the Captain has asked us to take you there.
Silver Knight did?
Vroom!
Can you swipe him away from them?
I changed my mind. I'm just going to watch.
That's not like you.
They're waiting in another field too.
Over there, they should have some barrier set up.
When they bind the Wavemaster...
...they're going to send him immediately to that field.
That seems to be their plan.
If they separate him from the monster, he'll be powerless.
Furthermore, within the barrier you can't transport or summon.
I see. I guess they're not that stupid after all.
Are you praising them, or not?
He's not here. This Heavy Sword with a monster in tow.
Perhaps he changed his mind and went somewhere else.
Or perhaps that swordsman never existed in the first place.
You mean BT lied to me?
It is possible.
Why? How come?
Stop Tsukasa. Send him a message, and tell him to not come here!
You're too late.
Jeez! He says he's already here.
Tell him to go back immediately!
To get off of this field as soon as possible!
It's been sent.
His reply?
''To hold one's heart strong.'' What does that mean?
He's misreading the meaning of the message.
Tsukasa.
It's a trap!
The bell has rung. Now, let the curtains rise.
I'm fine.
Draw your swords!
Under the authority of the Crimson Knights, supporters of...
...system administration, we will bind your character.
You can cooperate and follow our orders, but if you don't...
You never get enough, do you?
What?!
You want the Guardian to kill you off again?
If you feel that way...
I won't hold back!
I'm not afraid.
Is this the only barrier?
If you don't catch me soon, I'll leave.
Go around! Surround him!
That's ridiculous! Make them stop!
I will not take back an order once issued.
That's just wrong!
Someone... I just need one person.
If only we can bind his body.
What is the meaning of this!?
Hmm?
I do not recall authorizing an attack of this nature!
Lady Subaru!
Out, out, out, outta my way!
If you get too close, you'll get hurt!
Crim? Why are you here?
This time, you're the one at fault.
This is what happens when you go too far with your mischief.
Didn't your parents teach you?
In that case, the parents are to blame as well.
But, you have to be responsible for what you've done.
Now! Take him away quicker than the goddesses!
This can't be! It must be a dream!
Tsukasa!
Mission complete.
No! Let me go! ! Let me go!
Don't touch me!
Let me go!
Preview
eien sagasu kimi wa utsurigi na yume mibito Searching for eternity, you are a frivolous dreamer
uwaki na yume ni sugari anata wa doko e yuku Holding fast to unreliable dreams, where are you going?
tasogare hiraku kagi wo sagashite tsuki no kage Searching for the key to open twilight,
todokanai mama naita watashi wa doko e yuku With the moon's shadow out of reach, I cry. Where am I going?
futari hitomi ni himitsu nakushite mo Even though secrets are lost in our eyes,
kasaneta ude wo hodoki wa shinai wa We will never break our embrace.
ichigatsu no aoi tsuki asa yake kakushite yo Pale January moon, hide the morning's glow.
owaru hazu no nai yoru ni yasashii yoake The gentle dawn of a night that should not end.