Reiden: Training, huh? I see you're full of spirit today.
Kris: Ah, Sir Reiden. It's rare to see you around here.
Reiden: Your willpower and vitality are admirable.
Kris: Not at all. It's all thanks to continuous training. ...Besides, you can easily handle this amount of training as well, right?
Reiden: The training I can handle... But weren't you checking around the platoons just a few days ago? And you even tinker with the food... Are all Royal Guards jacks-of-all-trades?
Kris: Y-you have good sources. Naturally my duty as a Royal Guard comes first. But I think it's equally important to forge bonds with my comrades.
Reiden: And why is that?
Kris: ...That's because I believe trust can save people.
Reiden: And you think that trust will allow you to save your liege... Is that it?
Kris: Exactly.
Reiden: Okay, well, I'm sorry for asking such a rude and contrived question.
Kris: No, no. Talking with you was an honor.
Reiden and Kris 2[]
Reiden: ...I admit you've got stamina, but it's clear to me you're always overdoing it.
Kris: Are you talking about me?
Reiden: You would do well to learn to leave some matters to others. You won't be young forever, after all.
Kris: Hey! How could you say that to a girl?
Reiden: Listen to me. One can grow by relying on others, too.
Kris: ...
Reiden: You have the stamina, so you afford to check on other units. You can also cook and clean. That isn't bad at all. But you can't do every single thing even if you're the only who can.
Kris: ...You might have a point. But when I think about it, it's hard to ask others when I could just do it myself...
Reiden: That might be true for you, Kris. Looking at you, I'm reminded of how I used to be.
Kris: How you used to be?
Reiden: Yeah, once, I couldn't rest until I had done everything myself, just like you. However, there's a limit to what one can do by themselves. ...I learned that the hard way, in one of my previous battles.
Reiden and Kris 3[]
Reiden: I heard you volunteered to become an Altean knight, Kris.
Kris: Yes, that's correct. I knocked on the gate of Altea Castle because I wanted to serve Prince Marth.
Reiden: So you've chosen your liege yourself.
Kris: Yes. I'm extremely fortunate to serve Prince Marth.
Reiden: I can understand that. You see, I didn't have the opportunity of choosing my own liege. But I am proud of having served under an excellent general.
Kris: You mean... Sir Camus? If you speak of him like that, Sir Reiden, then I'm sure he was a great man.
Reiden: Indeed, he was. ...If something were to befall Prince Marth... I'm certain you'd feel just like we did, back then...
Kris: Sir Roberto, there's hay on your back... Were you in the stable again?
Roberto: Again, you say...? So my secret's been exposed.
Kris: I've seen you there rather frequently. You seem to be well accustomed to dealing with horses.
Roberto: It's nothing special. I know a bit because I ride horses, that's all.
Kris: I see...
Roberto: I'm a Grustian knight, but I hail from a slightly bizarre family. I've been riding horses a lot ever since I was a kid.
Kris: Ah, that explains it.
Roberto: Explains what?
Kris: Oh no... The groom was mighty impressed. He said that you must really like horses to speak to them.
Roberto: That guy talks too much. There's a foal over there right now.
Kris: Oh, is that so?
Roberto: I think he'll let you see him if you ask.
Roberto and Kris 2[]
Kris: Sir Roberto, you're extremely familiar with horses and I was just curious... Can you understand what horses say?
Roberto: That's an odd question. Hmm... Well, I can tell what they want and what they dislike, that's about it.
Kris: I see...
Roberto: Disappointed?
Kris: Not at all! I asked because, before, I heard there are people in this world who can understand what ponies say...
Roberto: Really? Sounds like a lie to me...
Kris: But it'd be wonderful if it were true.
Roberto: Indeed. But, well, if I could communicate with them, I'd probably have to apologize.
Kris: For what?
Roberto: For getting them involved in a war.
Kris: I see... I'd do the same.
Roberto and Kris 3[]
Roberto: You really put your effort into everything...
Kris: Yes, since I'm one of Prince Marth's Royal Guards after all.
Roberto: Are all Royal Guards jacks-of-all-trades?
Kris: Why does it feel like I've heard that line from someone else already...? Oh, that foal has been growing fast, hasn't he? He puts a smile on my face.
Roberto: Haha, indeed.
Kris: Sir Roberto, you reminded me of something very important.
Roberto: Hm?
Kris: Not fighting is the best recourse. Of course, I already knew that was Prince Marth's desire, but... Until now... I believe I've been way too obsessed with obtaining more strength to battle.
Roberto: So you've started to think that not fighting is best, after coming into contact with horses, who can't hold weapons? ...I see you've had a change of heart.
Kris: Yes, a little...
Roberto: It batters your heart to see one of them hurt, doesn't it?
Kris: Yes, indeed. I saw a really injured horse this morning... Sir Roberto, are you skilled in treating horses? Shall we check it together?
Roberto: I see you've taken up yet another job already... Sure, let's go take a look.
Roderick: What's going on? What are you doing here?
Kris: Ah! Uh, no-nothing...
Roderick: What's that paper you're holding?
Kris: ...It's a rough map of the area. I thought it would be a smart idea to take a look around.
Roderick: ...And then you got lost. That reminds me, you got lost once during our apprentice days, didn't you?
Kris: I did. I caused trouble for you guys back then...
Roderick: Don't you have any sense of direction? Come on, let's head back. Sir Jagen is looking for you.
Kris: Say, Roderick. If you look at my map, where exactly are we right now?
Roderick: ...I don't think that map is of this area.
Kris: ...
Roderick and Kris 2[]
Roderick: Kris, what are you doing?
Kris: I'm going through my belongings. I was going to get rid of some tools I no longer use and books I've finished reading. When I first volunteered to be a knight, I imagined I would always travel lightly...
Roderick: That's a lot of stuff.
Kris: Yeah, I've gradually picked up a lot of items since then, and I only just noticed how bad the situation's gotten.
Roderick: These books look difficult... Have you read them?
Kris: Yes, all of them. Strategy and tactics are always important, after all.
Roderick: I see. ...Can I have them?
Kris: Oh? Sure, I don't mind.
Roderick: Thank you. ...Well, see you later.
Kris: Hm? Sure, I'll see you at the war council.
Roderick: ...I see. You're not just coasting on talent. You're putting in all of this effort every day, aren't you...?
Roderick and Kris 3[]
Roderick: Kris, what are you doing here again?
Kris: Hm? Oh, I just thought a change of scenery would help heal my spirit...
Roderick: You don't need to hide the fact that you're lost from me.
Kris: Haha... Sorry. You got me. How do you find your way around so easily?
Roderick: Hmm... First, I look for distinct landmarks. Then, I use them to draw a map in my mind.
Kris: ...All right. I'll try that.
Roderick: But the most important thing is this: if you're lost, ask someone.
Kris: Ah...
Roderick: There are other things you can rely on. Like us. ...If you're not sure if the army is going in the right direction, you must inform us straightaway. We can't afford to ALL get lost.
Kris: Man, you're never going to let me forget about that, are you...? But... thanks, Roderick.
