Jakob/Supports


 * Note: Bolded text are voice clips from S-Support CG confession scenes.

C Support

 * Avatar: Jakob, can we talk? I've made up my mind about something.
 * Jakob:  Of course, milady. I am yours to mold to your whim. What is the issue?
 * Avatar: Well, the truth is...
 * Jakob: Please, do not hesitate. You have but to ask, and I will assist in any way imaginable. For you, Lady Avatar, I would walk though fire and ice...I would charge into an army of faceless if you asked it of me...I would manually extract the fangs from a dragon's jaw to prevent it's biting you!
 * Avatar: Oh, um, thanks...Jakob. This isn't...anything like that.
 * Jakob: I remind you, Lady Avatar, that my talents are not limited to the battlefield! I can cook, clean, sew, smith, demolish, or bricklay anything you might require.
 * Avatar: I know you're extremely capa-
 * Jakob: Please forgive my immodesty...It is of course thanks to you that I am so accomplished in the buttery arts. Now I feel there's nothing you could ask of me that I couldn't perform with ease!
 * Avatar: Would you just let me finish?! I couldn't wish for a better butler then you, Jakob. I know I can count on you for any service big or small.
 * Jakob: And yet, you clearly have something to tell me that you believe I won't want to hear...
 * Avatar: I want to be independent!
 * Jakob: Independent? ... ...Out of the question.
 * Avatar: What?! But...I'm an adult now. I shouldn't need your help all the time. And hey, aren't I supposed to be the boss in this relationship?
 * Jakob: Yes, but your authority has limits. Among them you must not deny me my reason to live.
 * Avatar: "Reason to live"? Aren't you exaggerating a little?


 * Jakob: Not even slightly, milady. When I was first sent to serve you, I was incompetent to perform even simple tasks. The other servants shunned me, since I invariably created more work for them. You were the only person who took time to talk with and encourage me. I will never forget the kindness you showed me, and I will be indebted to you forever.


 * Avatar: Hmm... When you put it that way, I see your problem... But on the other hand, I want to be able to do things myself so I can help the others.
 * Jakob: A noble goal- but not incompatible with receiving help yourself from time to time.
 * Avatar: ...All right, you've made your point, let's compromise... Teach me how to make a pot of tea.
 * Jakob: Tea? Why?
 * Avatar: I want to learn to help everyone, including you, Jakob. I want to be able to make tea for the person who takes such good care of me. Is that acceptable?
 * Jakob: ...
 * Avatar: Jakob?
 * Jakob: I'm...so touched. To think that my liege, Lady Avatar, would feel this way about me... ...Very well. If you insist on this act of wanton domesticity, I will not stop you.
 * Avatar: Really? That's great!
 * Jakob: But we must be cautious. Tea is dangerous business. Make it only when I'm nearby.
 * Avatar: You got it! Let's find some tea leaves and get started! Thank you so much, Jakob! You're the greatest butler in history!
 * Jakob: My word! ... I hope nothing ill comes of this arrangement. Lady Avatar has no experience in the kitchen. Things could get...apocalyptic...

B Support

 * Avatar: This time I'm going to nail it! I'm going to make a perfect cup of tea for Jakob! So... first I... And then I... Ah! Hot hot hot!
 * Jakob: Are you all right Lady Avatar?
 * Avatar: I'm fine. The kettle boiled over is all. Don't look so worried, Jakob--I can make a pot of tea in my sleep!
 * Jakob: So you have said, but... Forgive me for observing that you have not once managed it since our lessons began.
 * Avatar: That'll be enough truth out of you, mister. You have to at lease admit I'm getting better at handling the kettle, though. All I need to learn now is how to keep the tea from going bitter.
 * Jakob: Quite, but... I'm afraid we'll run out of tea leaves first. And by "we," I mean the nation. Perhaps you should spend more time just watching me make tea. Then, after a while, you can start practicing on your own again?
 * Avatar: But... I don't want to get in your way while you're working, Jakob...
 * Jakob: Thank you, but to be honest, worrying about you is the bigger drain on my time.
 * Avatar: What? How so?
 * Jakob: Look to your left. When we started talking I had washed all the dishes, but... now there's another mountain of them.
 * Avatar: Gods. it's like a sheer cliff face of stemware... I'm sorry Jakob.
 * Jakob: Now, may I please just make the tea so I can tame the savage dish beast sooner?
 * Avatar: You know what? No. Go wash the dishes, and I will make the tea. I can do this!
 * Jakob: Ah. My apologies. I had forgotten just how stubborn you can be.
 * Avatar: ...I'm not listening, but I can still hear you. All right! Time to ignore Jakob and get back to this perfect tea in the making!
 * Jakob: *sigh* Fine. May I at least check your tea when it is finished?
 * Avatar: I suppose this is a but pointless is I don't make it the way you like... All right, Jakob! It's finished! I think I got it this time! .... Probably.
 * Jakob: I shall be the judge of that. First, to examine the color of the tea... (and secretly add some sugar and hot water)... Well done Lady Avatar--the color is passable. Let's have a cup together.
 * Avatar: This is so silly, but I'm really nervous. It's just tea, though... *sip* ... Hey! It's not bitter!
 * Jakob: Ah, delicious! ...Good work, Lady Avatar. You are now certified to make a pot of tea.
 * Avatar: Wonderful! I'm going to go find some other people to try it as well!
 * Avatar exits
 * Jakob: Do be careful running with that hot kettle! *sigh * I think I managed to cover up the bitterness. Even if it's a little bit bitter, everyone will gladly drink a cup of tea that she's made... I hope I haven't made a terrible mistake...

A Support

 * Jakob: Lady Avatar, may I have a moment?
 * Avatar: Of course, Jakob. And thanks again for teaching me how to make tea!
 * Jakob: As always, I am delighted to serve you.
 * Avatar: You look pretty unhappy for a man who's supposedly delighted. What's wrong?
 * Jakob: I... I need to apologize to you, my lady. I am... truly, deeply sorry.
 * Avatar: Huh? What for?
 * Jakob: The truth is... your tea was quite bitter. Undrinkably so.
 * Avatar: ...
 * Jakob: When you handed me the pot, I secretly added some sugar and more hot water! I shouldn't have done it, and I'm terribly, terribly sorry. I just... couldn't stand to watch you do it wrong any longer, so...
 * Avatar: ... Hee hee... Hahahaha!
 * Jakob: Lady Avatar?
 * Avatar: Sorry, Jakob. I knew you did that.
 * Jakob: Y-you did? Then... you won't... punish me for interfering?
 * Avatar: Not at all. You were only trying to help me. I admit... I was too stubborn about it. So, I think that makes us even, don't you?
 * Jakob: You are most magnanimous, milady.
 * Avatar: Well, I also learned something from this: I still need your help to stay on track, Jakob. So... can I count on you to stick with me even when I'm a stubborn mule?
 * Jakob: Of course I will. I promise to never leave your side. In all honesty... I seem to fall apart when I'm not with you as well.
 * Avatar: It's funny how alike we are.
 * Jakob: That you would even compare us that way! I might... faint with joy...
 * Avatar: No fainting, Jakob! Jakob? Jakob?! Wake up!

S Support

 * Avatar: Hey, Jakob. Can you show me how you make that one tea that's kind of spicy?
 * Jakob: Tiger's milk? Certainly, my lady...
 * Avatar: You know... you've been sounding a bit distant lately. Did I offend you somehow?
 * Jakob: Oh... no... You could never...
 * Avatar: Are you all right? Do you have a fever? I've never seen your face so red!
 * Jakob: *sigh* I knew it was only a matter of time before you realized something was wrong. Lady Avatar, I'm deeply sorry, but I can no longer serve as your butler.
 * Avatar: What? You've got to be joking! Just the other day, we were saying how we'll always stick together! Where is this coming from?! I... I really did do something to offend you, didn't I?
 * Jakob: You have my oath that that is not the case. It's... just... *mumble*
 * Avatar: Huh? I can't hear you when you mumble, Jakob.
 * Jakob: ... I... I've... I've fallen in love with you!
 * Avatar: Jakob...
 * Jakob: However, it is not proper for a butler to be in love with his mistress. As such, I must ask to be reassigned to new duties far away from you, my lady...
 * Avatar: No! Ou-out of the question! I can't imagine going through each day without you! I need you, Jakob... I...
 * Jakob: My lady?
 * Avatar: I... I love you, too.
 * Jakob: What? What... do you mean?
 * Avatar: What do you mean, what do I mean?! I've always liked you, of course... But... recently you've come to mean so much more to me...
 * Jakob: I must be dreaming. There is no other explanation for this. Only in my dreams would Lady Avatar look at me this way... with her cheeks all flushed...
 * Avatar: Will you stop it?! You're embarrassing me! Besides, you're just as red as I am! Anyway, request granted: you are hereby fired as my butler. Would you consider being my husband instead?
 * Jakob: YES! ... I mean, if it pleases Your Ladysh-- I mean yes, I would like nothing more than to be your husband.
 * Avatar: And we'll be together always...
 * Jakob: I love you... I was always afraid to say it, but from now on I will tell you every single day... I love you.

C Support

 * Azura: You are the ocean's gray waves... (singing)
 * Jakob: What a lovely melody, milady.
 * Azura: Thank you, Jakob. My mother taught me that song. It always reminds me of her.
 * Jakob: Ah. That explains why you looked so happy just now. They must be lovely memories.
 * Azura: They are. That's all I have left of her now... memories and songs.
 * Jakob: At least you have that. I cannot even recall what my mother looked like.
 * Azura: Jakob, I'm so sorry. That's terrible.
 * Jakob: I'm afraid it is, but don't worry yourself on my account. The world is full of orphans. Still, it would have been nice to have learned a few songs. Please, excuse me.
 * Azura: Goodness, I had no idea. If I'd known, I would've chosen my words more carefully.

B Support

 * Azura: Jakob, I know this is personal, but I'd like to hear more about your childhood.
 * Jakob: Hmm. What I said the other day must have bothered you.
 * Azura: I know I shouldn't pry. I just can't imagine not knowing my own mother!
 * Jakob: Well, I'm afraid I must begin by apologizing to you, milady. I lied. In truth, I remember both of my parents, although I often wish I could forget them.
 * Azura: What?
 * Jakob: You see, they chose to forget me. They left me on the doorstep of Castle Krakenburg.
 * Azura: They abandoned you?
 * Jakob: My parents were well off, but cold. They cared neither for each other nor for me. I cannot recall a single happy memory from that time. One day, they handed me over to be a servant at the castle. That was the end.
 * Azura: How terrible. I am so sorry, Jakob. I didn't mean to bring up something so painful.
 * Jakob: Ah, it is nothing. Don't worry about it, Lady Azura. It's all in the past.
 * Azura: I don't think I'd be able to forget so easily. You're very brave, Jakob.
 * Jakob: Nonsense, milady. Now if you'll excuse me, Lady Avatar will be wanting tea...

A Support

 * Azura: Yet the waters ever change... (singing)
 * Jakob: I doubt I could ever tire of hearing you sing, milady.
 * Azura: Jakob, you are just the person I wanted to see. I still feel terrible about the other day. I should have known better than to pry into someone's past.
 * Jakob: There's no need to apologize. I can assure you... I wasn't bothered in the slightest. In fact, I should be thanking you. You made me realize how grateful I am to my parents.
 * Azura: Grateful?!
 * Jakob: Just imagine! If I had not been abandoned, I would not be serving Lady Avatar.
 * Azura: I suppose that's a good point.
 * Jakob: When I first arrived at the castle, I was a terrible servant. The others hated me for it! My noble upbringing had not prepared me for a life of chores and errands. I was unable to complete a single task to their standards. I only got in the way.
 * Azura: Really? That's hard to believe. No one is more competent than you now.
 * Jakob: That was not always so. Things got so bad, they were finally going to dismiss me. Just as I was about to be turned out into the streets, someone called for me.
 * Azura: Let me guess...
 * Jakob: Yes, it was Lady Avatar. She was looking for someone to chat with. I desperately w anted to stay and earn a place by her side... So I studied night and day to become a proper butler. And here we are.
 * Azura: I was impressed with you before I ever heard your story, but now, I'm inspired! Avatar is so lucky. I can't think of anyone more loyal than you.
 * Jakob: I am loyal to you as well, milady.
 * Azura: Thank you. That means a lot.

S Support

 * Azura: The path is yours to cliiimb... (singing) Oh! Jakob, is that you? I didn't realize anyone was there.
 * Jakob: Pardon me, milady. I meant to announce myself, but I was entranced by the music. Your singing gives me such peace.
 * Azura: Aww. Thank you. I'm so happy that you can relax around me.
 * Jakob: Indeed, I can. With you, I feel at ease. I am not sure if you realize how rare that is. I've shared more of myself with you over the past few days than with anyone else.
 * Azura: I'm touched that you've trusted me with your story. We've both been through a lot.
 * Jakob: Yes. That's true. I am certain that is part of it. However, there is something else...
 * Azura: What's that?
 * Jakob: I've fallen in love with you, Lady Azura.
 * Azura: Oh, my.
 * Jakob: I know you are a princess and far above my station, but my feelings are so strong... I could not keep them to myself any longer. Excuse me. I will not trouble you further.
 * Azura: Jakob! Wait!
 * Jakob: Yes, milady?
 * Azura: There are so many details of our stories that I wish had turned out differently... But I would go through that pain again and again as long as it brought me here to you. Let's finish our stories together.
 * Jakob: Do you mean that?
 * Azura: Yes! You helped me appreciate the happy memories I already have... And you've given me the desire to create more. I'd like them to be with you. ... Jakob?! Are you alright?! I think he fainted!

C Support

 * Silas: Oh, hi, Jako. How are things?
 * Jakob: Silas. Caught up on some fool's errand of mercy, I trust?
 * Silas: H-how did you know?
 * Jakob: It's clear on your face. You have the look of a man acting selflessly. I'm surprised that philosophy hasn't worn you down into a husk of a man by now.
 * Silas: Say what you want. I'm no hero...
 * Jakob: Yet you've never met sob story you won't hear in full.
 * Silas: Well, you have me there...
 * Jakob: The more you listen, the more spellbound you become...Until you're more weighted down by the problem than its actual sufferer. Am I wrong?
 * Silas: Not...exactly...
 * Jakob: Well! This sounds to me like the very definition of a hero. My condolences.
 * Silas: Ughhh. He's got me dead to rights...!

C Support

 * Mozu: *sob*
 * Jakob: Mozu? Are you all right?
 * Mozu: Y-yes. I'm fine.  I just had a dream about my hometown.  Before the Faceless came.  I saw them all.  I talked to them.  My family, my friends, all the townspeople.  Then I woke up.  And it's like they were taken from me a second time...  WHY?!  Why did it have to happen to them?  What did any of them DO?!
 * Jakob: Mozu...I'm sorry. But crying won't bring them back.
 * Mozu: I know that, I do, but– *sob I...I can't help it...
 * Jakob: Hm. In that case...I suppose you should cry as long as you need.  One day, you will find you have been emptied of tears.  And on that day, you'll have the strength to move on.  But no sooner.
 * Mozu: I-I hope so. *sob*

B Support

 * Mozu: *sob*
 * Jakob: Mozu? Thinking of your hometown again?
 * Mozu: Y-yeah. I don't want you to get the wrong impression, though. I'm not always crying. I just keep remembering it by accident. Little things keep setting me off. Like just now I saw a soldier who reminded me of one of the boys back home. He was so sweet... He helped us out that time my ma got sick. I'll never forget it.
 * Jakob: I see. I'm almost jealous of you.
 * Mozu: Jealous? Of me? How can you say that?!
 * Jakob: I do not suffer as you do, from having lost something precious. Because there is no part of my past that I can recall with fondness.
 * Mozu: Huh?
 * Jakob: I was given over to the palace at a young age. I never saw my parents again. "Given over" is perhaps a euphemism. I was thrown away at the first opportunity. I have no good memories of my parents. They were cruel beyond measure. Nor did they live in anything resembling a loving community.
 * Mozu: Jakob...
 * Jakob: If I hadn't met Lady Avatar, I believe my life would still be a perpetual torment.
 * Mozu: I'm sorry...
 * Jakob: Yes. So I think you are, in some ways, blessed. You have good memories of your village. And no one can take that from you.
 * Mozu: You're right. I should be more grateful for the things I do have. Thank you, Jakob. I feel a little better now.

C Support

 * Hinoka: Ha! Hai-yah!


 * Jakob: Holding nothing back, not even when simply training... Unsurprising, Princess Hinoka. I see why you're called the warrior princess.


 * Hinoka: Hello, Jakob. I didn't realize you were standing there.


 * Jakob: Please excuse my interruption.


 * Hinoka: It's no problem. I was planning to take a short break anyway.


 * Jakob: If you'd like, I could prepare some tea for you...


 * Hinoka: No, that's all right. I'll only be resting for another minute or so.


 * Jakob: You're interesting, Princess Hinoka... You're a member of royalty, but you insist on being in the front lines of battle. I know of no one quite as courageous as you are.


 * Hinoka: I've spent many, many hours of my life training to be the best warrior possible. It'd be a shame if I wasted all that effort by hiding in the rear of the army. Of course, I learned all the proper formal behaviors for a princess, too... But that was when I was a child, and I've forgotten a lot of it by now.


 * Jakob: Hahaha, I can see that. Looking at you with that weapon in hand, it's hard to picture you curtsying.


 * Hinoka: I cast aside a lot of that formality in favor of martial prowess. I don't regret that decision for a moment. I won't set my weapon aside now that Avatar is no longer a prisoner. There is still a lot of fighting left to do.


 * Jakob: ...

B Support

 * Jakob: Hello, Princess Hinoka...


 * Hinoka: Jakob? I didn't see you there. What do you need?


 * Jakob: Pardon my forwardness, but might I offer a suggestion?


 * Hinoka: Speak your mind.
 * Jakob: Would you be interested in revisiting the formal etiquette you've forgotten?
 * Hinoka: Etiquette? You're referring to courtly behavior and such? What good will that do? There isn't a lot of use for a formal greeting in battle.
 * Jakob: Perhaps not directly, but... Don't think of it as something that will impact your normal training. We'd only practice in your free time. You never know when it may come in handy.
 * Hinoka: If I agreed, you'd be my teacher? I suppose there is some value in the royalty knowing about more than just war... If you truly think this will help me, then I will go along with the idea. Let's get started right away.
 * (Scene fades, then returns)
 * Jakob: Well done, Princess Hinoka. You've clearly retained more of what you learned as a child than you thought.
 * Hinoka: I didn't realize how ingrained that knowledge really was. I suppose I can thank my childhood tutors for that. Not as bad a starting point as you thought it would be, then?
 * Jakob: Yes. I'm actually quite relieved.
 * Hinoka: Heh. Well, if we're done for today, I'll return to my regular training!

A Support

 * Hinoka: Hiyah! Haaaa!
 * Jakob: Hello, Princess Hinoka. I've brought you some iced tea.
 * Hinoka: Oh, thank you, Jakob. It's good that you came, actually. I had something I wanted to ask you...
 * Jakob: What is it?
 * Hinoka: I'm curious why you proposed revisiting my courtly education the other day.
 * Jakob: That's simple, Princess Hinoka. War is not limited only to the battlefield.
 * Hinoka: Hrm. Heh, I see what you're saying. And you're definitely right. Politics and diplomacy are versions of war.
 * Jakob: Indeed. Not all battles can be won with numbers and swords. At least, that's my personal opinion.
 * Hinoka: So... by reminding me of my courtly training, you've really given me another weapon. On a political battlefield, careful words and behavior are my sword and shield. Have I got that right?
 * Jakob: Indeed, Princess Hinoka.
 * Hinoka: Thank you, Jakob. This is as important as any combat training.
 * Jakob: I'm happy to help, Princess Hinoka.

S Support

 * Jakob: Princess Hinoka, might I have a moment of your time?
 * Hinoka: Of course, Jakob. What do you need? Is it already time for another etiquette lesson?
 * Jakob: No, Princess Hinoka... I... Well, I wanted to tell you that I love you.
 * Hinoka: Wh-what?!
 * Jakob: I was hoping that we could be together. I've brought you a present...
 * Hinoka: Hang on a second! This is all coming very suddenly!
 * Jakob: It isn't all that sudden, really. I gave this a great deal of thought and consideration before I came to talk to you.
 * Hinoka: It's all very sudden for me, though! We've never talked about romance at all.
 * Jakob: You do have a point there... I can return another day, after you've had some time to consider things.
 * Hinoka: N-no, hang on. I just need a moment to compose myself.
 * Jakob: Take all the time you need.
 * Hinoka: You know I'm not the traditional princess. Despite the lessons you've been giving me, I won't give up my warrior training.
 * Jakob: I understand this.
 * Hinoka: I'll be in dangerous situations constantly. I suppose I'm just curious... What is it about me that caught your eye?
 * Jakob: It's obvious, isn't it? Your ambition, your dedication, your strength... I find all of that attractive.
 * Hinoka: O-oh! Well... You realize that, as a member of Hoshidan royalty, my life is different than most?
 * Jakob: Of course. What of it?
 * Hinoka: Just that, if we were to be together... You'd have to adapt to a completely new kind of life. It isn't always fun, either. There are obligations and responsibilities...
 * Jakob: If that is all that stands between me and you, I'll gladly face the challenge.
 * Hinoka: Hrm... There's also-
 * Jakob: Allow me to interrupt you here, and I'm sorry for being so blunt... But I suspect you are just looking for reassurance that your feelings are true. I could tell from the moment I spoke that we feel the same way about each other.
 * Hinoka: Jakob... Hah. Thank you for being so direct. You're right. How did you know?
 * Jakob: I spent several hours talking to myself in the mirror, tackling all my own excuses. We may not be equals in battle prowess, but we definitely share some similarities.
 * Hinoka: Well said... OK, Jakob let's go forward in life together.
 * Jakob: I'm so happy to hear you say that, Hinoka.

C Support

 * Jakob: Lady Sakura, are you feeling ill? You look less radiant than usual.
 * Sakura: ...Do I? I'm sorry.
 * Jakob: Were you taking care of the wounded again, milady?
 * Sakura: Yes, h-how did you know?
 * Jakob: No one has a kinder heart that you... But if you tend to everyone but yourself, you'll only wear yourself out.
 * Sakura: Jakob, these people are hurting...because of us!
 * Jakob: Even if that's the case, you cannot solve everything on your own.
 * Sakura: If I don't do something...th-then who will?! *gasp* I'm sorry...that was very rude of me!
 * Jakob: No, I was the one who spoke out of turn.
 * Sakura: You know...I think you're right. I am feeling a little tired after all. Excuse me...

C Support

 * Hana: Hey there, Jakob!
 * Jakob: Hello, Hana. On your way to train some more?
 * Hana: I am! Did you want to join me!
 * Jakob: No, thank you. Unlike some people I know, I do not have any time to spare.
 * Hana: I don't have a lot of free time either! I just make a point of setting some time aside to train, when I can.
 * Jakob: I don't particularly care how you choose to spend your time.
 * Hana: You know, Jakob, I'm not sure anyone has ever mentioned this to you... But you're pretty rude.
 * Jakob: I've heard that; It's usually coming from people not worth my time.
 * Hana: Oooh, I see. It's not just that you're rude. You're rotten, through and through. *sigh* Whatever. There are better uses for my time than having this conversation with you. I need to continue improving myself to better protect Sakura.
 * Jakob: You give your free time for the benefit of someone else?
 * Hana: Of course. And she gets more than just my free time. If needed, I would lay down my life to protect her.
 * Jakob: Interesting...

C Support

 * Jakob: Ah! If it isn't the famous Rinkah, the Fire Tribe's frostiest daughter!
 * Rinkah: If you don't need anything, then go away.
 * Jakob: It's my business where I decide to spend my time. I don't recall anyone making you my superior officer.
 * Rinkah: Uh-huh. You talk awfully big for a lapdog.
 * Jakob: Did you just call me a lapdog?
 * Rinkah: So what if I did?
 * Jakob: No matter. I refuse to waste my energy trading childish insults with you.  Good day, Rinkah.
 * Rinkah: That was too easy... I don't like this.

B Support

 * Jakob: Marvelous! Absolutely delectable!
 * Rinkah: ...
 * Jakob: Mmm! Oh, yes!  Quite so!  I must say, I've truly outdone myself this time.
 * Rinkah: ...
 * Jakob: This might be the best tea this side of the continent!
 * Rinkah: You're annoying me.
 * Jakob: Pardon? Did you say something, my sweet?
 * Rinkah: I SAID that you're ANNOYING me! You've been banging on about that tea for an hour now!  Hasn't it gotten cold?!
 * Jakob: Of course! And yet even still, it is abrosial!  But when should I be quieter for you?  It's not my problem you're annoyed.  All you have to do is ignore me, after all.
 * Rinkah: If you want to talk to yourself so badly, go do it somewhere else!
 * Jakob: It's my business where I talk to myself. If you don't like it, perhaps you should go somewhere else.
 * Rinkah: I was here first!
 * Jakob: Hm. This is strange.  I thought your clan encouraged aloofness and independence.  So why are you talking to me so much?  I must be more charming than I'd thought!
 * Rinkah: Are you making fun of me?
 * Jakob: I thought that much was obvious. Perhaps I should be less subtle in the future.
 * Rinkah: I won't stand for this! Insult me again, and I'll beat you to a bloody pulp!  Do you hear me?
 * Jakob: Now, now. Calm down.  Here, have some tea.
 * Rinkah: Grrrrrrrrrr.
 * Jakob: You should really learn to control that temper of yours. It will be difficult for you to remain aloof if you let little things like this bother you.
 * Rinkah: Sh-shut up! I don't want to hear about it!  Least of all from you.
 * Jakob: Hold! Don't do anything rash, now.  How would your tribe look if their princess began assaulting her comrades over trifles?
 * Rinkah: I...will...kill...
 * Jakob: Ah-ah-ah! None of that.  Now sit and take this tea!
 * Rinkah: ... *gulp* Th-this is actually pretty good.
 * Jakob: Of course it is. I made it, after all.

C Support

 * Jakob: Good day, Lady Camilla.
 * Camilla: Hello, Jakob. How fortunate to run into you like this. I've been meaning to thank you for all that you do for Avatar.
 * Jakob: Well, thank you very much. It's nice to know that I'm appreci-
 * Camilla: However! I would also like to inform you that your services are no longer needed. You can instead focus your efforts on the other members of our company.
 * Jakob: Excuse me?
 * Camilla: Was I not clear enough? I will be providing for Avatar from this moment forward.
 * Jakob: My dearest Lady Camilla, you needn't burden yourself with such things. I am more than capable of providing for Avatar on my own.
 * Camilla: Why? So you can keep her/him for yourself? I won't hear of it.
 * Jakob: No, of course not. Pardon my tone, but what has gotten into you? Have I done something wrong?
 * Camilla: Never mind that. Just steer clear of Avatar. Got it?

B Support

 * Camilla: Jakob, did you launder these clothes for Avatar?
 * Jakob: Yes, of course. I carefully hand-washed and folded all of their garments. Is there a problem?
 * Camilla: Yes. I told you that I would be handling this sort of thing for Avatar.
 * Jakob: You can't possibly be serious, Lady Camilla. A princess of Nohr, washing dirty laundry? Surely it would be beneath you.
 * Camilla: I'm going to say it one more time. I will take care of everything Avatar needs. All by myself. Got it?
 * Jakob: I'm sorry, but I've been entrusted with this duty The decision is entirely out of my hands, Lady Camilla.
 * Camilla: Need I remind you? Avatar is my sister! So I call the shots.
 * Jakob: You may be her sister, but Avatar is my liege. I'm afraid I can't budge on this.
 * Camilla: Do you even care about Avatar? Because if you did, you'd realize that she needs her sister more than anyone.
 * Jakob: I know Avatar well enough to know she wouldn't want to burden you.
 * Camilla: I command you to listen to me! I will take care of Avatar!
 * Jakob: My sincerest apologies, but I only take orders from Avatar. As such, I will continue to serve Avatar as I always have. Good day.
 * Camilla: This is unbelievable...

C Support

 * Elise: Jakob! Hi!
 * Jakob: Milady. I'm glad to see you're in such high spirits today.
 * Elise: Thanks! Say, do you have some time to play with me?
 * Jakob: Play what?
 * Elise: Hide-and-seek, of course!
 * Jakob: ...I must admit, I'm a bit surprised to hear you suggest a game like that. I thought you had long outgrown such childish pastimes.
 * Elise: Well, sometimes it's god to get in touch with your inner child! Like now! OK, I'm gonna hide, and you try to find me! Heeheehee. You don't stand a chance!
 * Jakob: ...
 * Elise: Um... You're going to come look for me, aren't you?
 * Jakob: I'm sorry, milady. I'm afraid I'm far too old for a game like hide-and-seek.
 * Elise: Aw, c'mon! Then what WILL you play with me?
 * Jakob: Hmm... How about a game of chess? Just set up the pieces, and I'll come join you.
 * Elise: OK, will do! See ya soon!
 * Jakob: ...Now that she's gone, perhaps I can finally get some wok done.

B Support

 * Elise: Jakob! Wanna play something with me?
 * Jakob: I would be honored. You know where to find the chessboard, so --
 * Elise: Oh no! I am NOT falling for that one again! Last time you wanted to play chess, I got it all set up and you never showed! I waited for you for hours before I got fed up and just played a game by myself.
 * Jakob: Truly? Then I bet the practice has made you a better player already. Perhaps this time you will stand a chance of beating me!
 * Elise: No! I don't wanna play chess! Let's do something else!
 * Jakob: I apologize, milady, but I'm afraid I don't know any other games you might like.
 * Elise: Then...let's go on a trip! There's a beautiful field of flowers not far from here.
 * Jakob: Ah, but I am far too old to be going out to visit flowers. Curse my aching bones...
 * Elise: Oh no. You're not getting out of this one! C'mon! Let's GO!
 * Jakob: *sigh* Very well.
 * (Transition)
 * Elise: So, let's see... I put this one around this, and then I slide the next one in here?
 * Jakob: Hm? Is that a wreath?
 * Elise: Yep! It's been a while since I made on though, so it's not going as well as I'd hoped.
 * Jakob: I see. Well, this was fun. I'll be off, then. Duty calls.
 * Elise: What?! We just got here!
 * Jakob: You've found a way to entertain yourself without me, so i see no reason to remain.
 * Elise: You have to stay!
 * Jakob: ...As you wish, milady.
 * Elise: It will only be a sec. I've just got to finish your gift!
 * Jakob: My gift?
 * Elise: Yep! Call it a token of appreciation for spending time with me.
 * Jakob: I see. Then I suppose I'll have to make a garland for you as well, milady.
 * Elise: Really? You will?
 * Jakob: Yes. Though I should warn you, mine will be quite beautiful. It will likely put your little attempt over there to shame.
 * Elise: Heehee, no way! I'm just getting started!

C Support

 * Jakob: Effie, I beg your pardon, but what are you eating?!
 * Effie: *munch**munch* ...Just some cake.
 * Jakob: I knew it! You do realize I baked that cake especially for Lady/Lord Avatar!
 * Effie: You did?! Then you shouldn't leave it out like this! Someone could eat it by mistake!
 * Jakob: Would you PLEASE put the rest of the cake down?!
 * Effie: I don't think you realize how good this tastes after a long workout! *munch*
 * Jakob: If you can't reign yourself in, I will have to stop you by force!
 * Effie: *munch**munch*
 * Jakob: Very well, then! GAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
 * Effie: *munch**munch*
 * Jakob: Huh?! My attack had no effect on you at all.
 * Effie: You'll have to try harder than that. Even then i doubt you can stop me.
 * Jakob: Curse you, Effie! Now what am I going to serve at teatime?
 * Effie: If i were you, I'd make some more of that cake. It was delicious!

B Support

 * Effie: 137... 138... 139!
 * Jakob: She's lifting enormous water barrels. How ridiculous! No wonder she's starving.
 * Effie: Hey, Jakob... Got any more of that cake on you?
 * Jakob: Of course not! ...And even if i did, I wouldn't be giving you so much as a slice!
 * Effie: Wow... That's really mean.
 * Jakob: You idiot! Now you've destroyed a perfectly good water barrel!
 * Effie: ... Oops.
 * Jakob: If you would stop performing such absurd training exercises-
 * Effie: Oh, no! I can't stoop. People are counting on me! I have to be as strong as possible! I would do anything to protect my friends... even give up my own life!
 * Jakob: That's terrible! How could you be so cruel to your friends?
 * Effie: ...Cruel?
 * Jakob: Think of the burden! I certainly wouldn't want you dying on my account. Then, I would have to spend the rest of my life remembering your noble sacrifice. Ugh!
 * Effie: ...Um...OK?

A Support

 * Effie: Hey, Jakob...
 * Jakob: There is no cake, Effie, so don't even bother...
 * Effie: Actually, I'm not looking for cake. I just wanted to speak with you.
 * Jakob: Well, that's a refreshing change.
 * Effie: You said you'd be angry if i died while trying to protect you...
 * Jakob: I would. I don't need that kind of guilt in my life.
 * Effie: But, Jakob, you're one of my friends. If you were in trouble, I couldn't just look away!
 * Jakob: I see. Well, I suppose you would have to come to my aid then...and stay alive.
 * Effie: Stay alive?
 * Jakob: I couldn't care less if you protect me or not. I just can't have you dying on me.
 * Effie: But how am i supposed to promise that?!
 * Jakob: You haven't died yet, am I correct? Clearly, whatever you're doing is working.
 * Effie: All right. I'll do my best to stay alive.
 * Jakob: Well, isn't that a relief?! Since that's settled, please excuse me...

S Support

 * Effie: *munch**munch* This is THE best cake I've ever had!
 * Jakob: Would you expect anything less? I made it! I used three scoops of protein powder, just the way you like.
 * Effie: I feel so special that you would bake a cake for me.
 * Jakob: Hmph! You're easy. If that's all it takes, I'll bring you one every day.
 * Effie: Seriously?! Please. Do that!
 * Jakob:...Fine, but I have one condition. You have to marry me.
 * Effie: Uh, it sounded like you just said...
 * Jakob:...Marry me. If you do, I promise to keep you well supplied with protein-rich foods.
 * Effie: I'm sorry... Do you really think i would marry you just because you can bake?
 * Jakob: Of course not. I have other skills as well. I can iron, mend, polish, launder, and-
 * Effie: Stop! All of that may be true, but those are terrible reasons to get married!
 * Jakob: They are?
 * Effie: Jakob, I am not going to marry you for your domestic prowess...I am going to marry you for your kind heart!
 * Jakob: Wait... Did you just say you're going to marry me?!
 * Effie: Yes! You come across a little rude at first, but you are fiercely loyal to your friends.
 * Jakob: That is the same quality that drew me to you, Effie. I love you.
 * Effie: Good. Now that we've settled that, let's talk cake. You'll bake one EVERY day...?
 * Jakob: See? I knew you couldn't resist!

C Support

 * Dwyer: This smells wonderful. Now to pour it into the carafe and serve everyone...
 * Jakob: Hello, Dwyer. Did you make coffee too?
 * Dwyer: I did. Let me guess...
 * Jakob: I'll be serving everyone the coffee I painstakingly prepared. You can go ahead and enjoy whatever it is that you brewed.
 * Dwyer: There must be a mistake. I'm going to serve the espresso I made. You know I make coffee better than you. Admit it.
 * Jakob: What?! How dare you hurl that cheeky nonsense at your father!
 * Dwyer: I wasn't trying to talk back or be rude. It's a simple statement of fact.
 * Jakob: That your coffee is superior to mine? You really think that's true? I've got some news for you, Son. That is utter hogwash. Especially considering the fact that you haven't bothered to even try mine yet.
 * Dwyer: There's no need. I can smell it. And I think I'll pass.
 * Jakob: What?!
 * Dwyer: You realize it too, don't you? If you'll pardon me. We wouldn't want my coffee to get any colder, now would we?
 * Jakob: Damn! Much as I hate to admit it, he's right. This time, and ONLY this time, Dwyer made better coffee than me. But, I'll show him. Just you wait and see, Son...

B Support

 * Jakob: Hello, Dwyer. I made you some fresh coffee.
 * Dwyer: Oh, really? Did you see some pigs flying as well?
 * Jakob: How amusing. Listen. The other day, I just so happened to make a mistake. It's a curious and rare occurrence, I assure you. But now it's time to really see who is the coffee king of this castle. You... Or me.
 * Dwyer: Ohh, I understand.
 * Jakob: Now be grateful and drink up. You can even cry on my shoulder after you taste your bitter defeat.
 * Dwyer: The only bitter thing here is this terrible brew. There's no love.
 * Jakob: What do you mean?
 * Dwyer: The cup itself is cold.
 * Jakob: Th-the cup?
 * Dwyer: You didn't even bother to warm up the cup before pouring the coffee, right? That means the hot java cools down the moment it's poured inside.
 * Jakob: I... I can't believe I made such a thoughtless mistake.
 * Dwyer: I'm sorry, Father. But it seems I've won this battle without even taking a sip.
 * Jakob: Grrrrrrrrr. Even competing with my own son, I didn't expect to feel this frustrated. No, I'm just angry because I lost to you. That must be it.
 * Dwyer: While we're on the topic...I've been thinking. I'm confident that I could handle any task as a butler better than you can.
 * Jakob: Is that right? Well, my arrogant boy, what say we step into the practice field? It's been a while since you and I have gone head-to-head. Just know one thing: I won't hold back this time. Now go get your things.
 * Dwyer: W-wait... What does this have to do with combat?
 * Jakob: Silence! It's so I can reclaim my peace of mind, obviously. If you don't want to take a good thrashing, then I'd recommend defending yourself.
 * Dwyer: You're horrible...

A Support

 * Jakob: Good morning, Son. You're looking well today.
 * Dwyer: Aren't you in awfully good spirits...
 * Jakob: Hahaha. Did you enjoy our sparring session the other day? I believe I made my superiority clear.
 * Dwyer: I've never seen you so focused before. A drunken bear would have fought with more dignity than you did...
 * Jakob: Oh, don't be so jealous. I know it must be hard when you can't compete with my striking combat acumen.
 * Dwyer: I'll catch up to you soon enough. Just like how I surpassed you already as a butler...
 * Jakob: Hmph. There you go again. With your cheeky attitude.
 * Dwyer: I have to say, it's been nice spending more time together lately... I'm surprised to admit that I have been enjoying myself on the whole.
 * Jakob: Oh?
 * Dwyer: Yeah. We didn't get to do much of that when I was little.
 * Jakob: Feel free to complain. There is no chance I will apologize. Ever. I simply did what I thought best for you. It was only after much deliberation that we decided to raise you in the Deeprealms.
 * Dwyer: I know, Father... You didn't want us to grow up in the shadow of war, right?
 * Jakob: Something like that...
 * Dwyer: I don't resent you for being absent when I was a child. Now that we actually have time to spend together, I've been thinking. I'd like to enjoy ever moment that I can with you.
 * Jakob: Hmph... You're certainly rather sentimental for a young man.
 * Dwyer: Haha... I suppose I do sound a little childish...
 * Jakob: That being said, you will always be my boy.
 * Dwyer: Father, I...
 * Jakob: How about a cup of coffee, hmm? Just make sure it's the finest brew you've ever made.
 * Dwyer: Heh, sure thing. Just wait here.

C Support

 * Jakob: Ah... Shigure. You're painting again?
 * Shigure: Hello, Father. I didn't hear you come in. I'm sorry. I know this is no time for artwork. We are at war, after all.
 * Jakob: It may rouse your comrades' ire, Son. I'm tempted to forbid your painting entirely. But the truth is, you're quite gifted. There's no use in denying it.
 * Shigure: That's very kind of you to say.
 * Jakob: Where is your ambition? Don't you want more than to let these pictures gather dust? In different times, perhaps you could have become a world-famous artist. This easily contented nature of yours really irritates me. I'm afraid that you've left me no choice but to be your producer.
 * Shigure: Father, what do you mean?
 * Jakob: Quiet... I know just what to do... We will hold a solo art exhibition for you!
 * Shigure: A-an exhibition? No, I could never do such a thing. With our troops already on the advance, the timing would never work. The setup alone would be a massive hassle.
 * Jakob: I'm not suggesting we build a museum. We can simply reserve a tent and ask our friends and some villagers to come.
 * Shigure: It seems just vain to reserve a whole tent entirely for personal use.
 * Jakob: This talent isn't yours alone to relish. You must share this gift with the world.
 * Shigure: I don't know...
 * Jakob: You don't understand... Art has the power to give peace of mind--- to heal our very souls. If you're unwilling, I certainly won't force your hand.
 * Shigure: Well... I suppose I could give it a shot. This whole idea makes me a little anxious. But maybe it could be fun...
 * Jakob: Then it's decided. I'll begin the preparations immediately. We shall speak soon, Shigure.
 * Shigure: OK, Father.

B Support

 * Shigure: Hello, Father...
 * Jakob: Hm? Did you need something, Shigure? I'm rather busy.
 * Shigure: Umm, well... You've done so much work to make this exhibition possible... I just wanted to thank you.
 * Jakob: Son, I simply thought of the idea. There's no need to thank me. Besides, why do you think so many people agreed to help with the show? It's because of your extraordinary talent. They can't wait to see the paintings. Really, I haven't done anything special. You're the artist.
 * Shigure: O-oh, I see...
 * Jakob: Hahaha. Shigure. You're shaking like a leaf. Are you feeling nervous about the show?
 * Shigure: Well yes, of course. But mostly I'm worried about my newest painting. It just isn't coming together like I hoped it would.
 * Jakob: Oh? Is this the one you're making especially for the show? Time is running short. I've already made the bulk of the arrangements. I think you may need to hold off on completing that painting.
 * Shigure: No, that's not an option. I have to finish it. Everyone has devoted so much energy to the show. This piece ties all the others together. I have to keep working.
 * Jakob: Hmph. Well, it is your exhibition. Do as you wish. But please, don't push yourself to the brink. This will all be for nothing if you make yourself ill.
 * Shigure: I understand. Thank you, Father. If you'll excuse me, I must return to painting.
 * Jakob: Very well. What has that boy been painting? I can't help but be curious...

A Support

 * Jakob: Shigure's exhibition is finally under way. Time to take a look inside the tent... Well then... It appears as though this soiree is in full swing. We've attracted quite a crowd. People have come from all over to see his art. And from what I've overheard, the work seems to be very popular. Well, I think it's safe to call this a rousing success. Not that I'm terribly surprised. Hmm... Where is Shigure? I haven't seen him here...
 * Shigure: *pant* ... *pant* ...
 * Jakob: Shigure, what happened? Please, don't tell me that you're just now arriving. How could you be late to your own show?
 * Shigure: I apologize, Father. I had to stay up all night to finish the last piece.
 * Jakob: All night? Just to finish a blasted painting?
 * Shigure: Y-yes...
 * Jakob: I truly don't understand you. How can you be such a fool? You have two dozen pieces hanging here. Why is one more painting so important?
 * Shigure: Well I'd promised myself that I would complete it, no matter what. I created it because I'm thankful for everything you've done, Father.
 * Jakob: What's this?! Wait. Is that your mother...and me?
 * Shigure: Yes, it is...
 * Jakob: This is what you've been toiling over?
 * Shigure: My love for you two is beyond measure. You brought me into this world. Without you, I never would have been able to paint. So I wanted to pour those feelings of gratitude into this portrait.
 * Jakob: Shigure... I don't know what to say. Heh. Fine, you win. I concede defeat. You must be feeling clever.
 * Shigure: F-Father... It hurts when you hug me so tightly. Hahaha.
 * Jakob: Shigure, I must admit... It's wonderful to have such a thoughtful son. I'm very proud of you.
 * Shigure: Thank you...
 * Jakob: Oh dear. There's no time to waste! We have to display this painting immediately.
 * Shigure: OK... But now that I think about it, hanging this family portrait is a little embarrassing.
 * Jakob: Maybe a bit. But it's also the finest piece here. It would be absurd to excise it from the exhibition. We have to find the perfect place to display it. Won't you help?
 * Shigure: Of course!