Original subtitles

Our neighboring nation, Biscotti, has become peaceful once again.

Their hero seems to be comfortable living in this world.

However, Her Highness Leo seems to be troubled.

It is our job as aides to hear her out, and help resolve any problems.

Guide me, my ENDLESS LIGHT!

michibiite boku wo ENDLESS LIGHT

Do you have something to protect?

mamoru mono ga arimasuka

My true feelings will shine through my overflowing tears

kotoba yori mo sunao na namida kakushi kirenai overflow

Do you have something you believe in?

shinjiru mono ga arimasuka

I sealed away the fragile future

kowaresou na mirai wo nando mo tojikome

And froze my beating heart

kokoro kooraseteita

A dream too grand for these tiny hands

chippokena kono te ni kakaekirenai hodo no yume

My thoughts will someday surpass reality

souzou ga genjitsu wo itsu no hi ka oikoshite

I was swimming through the sea of illusions

maboroshi no umi oyoideta zutto

Through the skies of agony, I wish to deliver this to you!

ima sugu kimi ni todoketai nageki no sora wo tsuranuite

The starry mirror of the night sky illuminates the truth

yoru ga miseru hoshi no kagami shinjitsu wo terashite ikuyo

The scarlet key, my echoing heartbeat, cannot be stopped!

hiiro no kagi kodama suru boku no kodou wa mou tomerarenai kara

scarlet knight

Declaration of War

Princess,

beginning work this early in the morning

isn't very good for your health.

It's because I have an appointment with Shinku today.

I have to finish up this work

before I can enjoy myself.

The mass production of weapons seems to be finished,

and it's even ahead of schedule!

Yes, the Association of Industry and Commerce was highly motivated by our two consecutive victories.

We should reward the overseers.

Let's have Amelita take care of that.

All right.

That finishes this morning's paperwork.

Emilio-san, this is the Princess's Serukuru, right?

That's Harlan.

It's a very rare type of Serukuru.

Wow, you're a rare one!

Hey!

Oh, Shinku!

Sorry for making you wait!

Wha-

Just a-

Wow, Harlan has already taken a liking to you!

Even Serukuru seem to be naturally fond of you!

That's great,

but please, um, help me...

A morning run feels great!

Definitely!

Isn't it beautiful?

It's my secret place.

What do you usually do when you come here, Princess?

Let's see... I usually take relaxing walks, or have a picnic.

That sounds nice.

But before that, how about we get some exercise?

What?

I was trying this out in my room last night.

You see?

I'll throw this, and then you'll try to catch it.

Okay...

Here we go!

Go, Princess!

O-Okay!

Wait!

Nice catch!

Princess!

Are you all right?!

Yes! I'm fine!

What should I do once I've caught it?

Throw it over here!

Hold it like this and throw!

Um, hold it like this, and... throw?

That's it!

Hold it like this, and...!

All right!

Shinku!

Yes?

This is really fun!

Yeah! Let's keep going!

All right!

I'll throw it really hard this time!

This one's pretty high!

Sorry, Shinku!

Good luck!

It's a little too high.

Palladion, form: staff. Longer than usual!

What?

Tornada!

There!

Thanks! That's it for now.

It's been a long time since I had the opportunity to run around and shout this much.

But Shinku, you're really amazing!

You're able to manipulate your energy to use Palladion with the Seal Spells so efficiently.

Not only can you use it as a weapon, but you can split it up or use it a tool!

It feels like Palladion is speaking to me.

It tells me what I'm able to do with it.

That's probably because Palladion likes you.

That would be nice.

I'm sure!

But Palladion is a sword, right?

I don't think I can make it form a sword.

I'm sure it will change when the right situation presents itself.

I think it knows that you don't need it right now.

Since I'm the leader of Biscotti, I also own a sacred sword,

but it's never awakened to me.

Biscotti's sacred sword...

Exceleed, the Holy Sword, was it?

Yes. It's the counterpart to yours, Palladion.

They are the symbols of Biscotti's ruler.

Wow, these tiny rings have such amazing legends!

That's true.

There are also two sacred swords in Galette.

The Magical Axe, Clanvert, and the Divine Sword, Ex Machina.

Many other nations have a pair of sacred swords that are passed down through their royal families as well.

I see.

I have to give this back when I return home, don't I?

Yes.

I'd like to borrow this again the next time you summon me!

Would you come again?

Can you not summon me once I go back?

No, no, that's not the case, but...

Then, summon me!

You have to summon me again!

I will...

I will definitely summon you again!

Thank goodness.

I'd be glad to.

Thanks, Princess.

Sorry, should I not have?

No, I was just a little surprised.

Can I continue?

If you're fine with it.

Your hair is so soft.

Thank you very much!

Your cheeks are smooth, too.

That tickles!

How's this?

No! Don't do that, either!

Touch here more.

Roger! Understood!

By the way, how was your trip, Yukikaze?

Nothing too special.

Just a slow trip with the Chief and a few other Covert Ops Squad members.

Your letters only talked about the trip and the hunt.

We want to hear more about the adventure.

I'd really like to talk about that, too...

but the search for the Longsword is a secret operation.

The Chief told me never to tell anyone about it.

I thought so.

That's too bad.

However, I am allowed to talk about everything else!

I could tell you fun stories from the trips whenever you like!

That would be wonderful!

It will be sunny all around Biscotti today; it is sure to be a wonderful day.

How was the walk with the Hero, Princess?

It was very fun!

We agreed to do it tomorrow, too!

That's great!

This is Percy Gaudi, speaking from Vendetta Castle!

Just now, Her Highness Leonmitchelli of the Galette Lion Army has made a shocking announcement!

P-Please watch the following footage!

Regarding the competition scheduled to begin in four days...

I would like to give a slight adjustment to the details.

In addition to their two consecutive victories,

Biscotti has also summoned a hero,

and the famed Lord d'Arquien has also returned.

As commanders of the Lion Army, we cannot allow this to continue.

And thus,

I declare another war against Biscotti!

Since this announcement has come so suddenly, I will allow Biscotti to decide on the specifics of the battle.

Privately owned shops and the Association of Industry and Commerce are invited, as well.

Of course, there will be wonderful prizes.

It's your chance to get rich!

Be sure to sign up!

We'll begin selling tickets as soon as Biscotti accepts this declaration.

Since this is such a sudden announcement, I am sure both nations will be quite busy.

I will release further details later,

so that everybody will be properly informed.

Also...

I would like to bet these items on the battle.

The two sacred swords of Galette:

the Magical Axe, Clanvert,

and the Divine Sword, Ex Machina!

Are you watching this interview,

Princess Millhiore?

I'd like Biscotti to offer something of equal value.

Something equal to the sacred swords?

That means we must wager our sacred swords as well.

This is...

People of Biscotti and Galette,

if you have the courage to fight for yourself and your country,

then participate in this battle!

They're betting their sacred swords,

but aren't they symbols of the leaders of a nation?

Of course, but sometimes they are lent to another nation as a form of diplomacy.

The people imagine that this is something similar,

but it seems a bit different.

What has happened to Her Highness Leo?

It is as if she is trying to take over Biscotti.

I sincerely hope that isn't true.

However, she has already requested that we put our sacred swords at stake.

Amelita, please read the declaration.

Yes.

The declaration of war states that the ownership of the sacred swords will be transferred for a maximum of sixty days.

They can be displayed and used as long as there is an agreement between both nations,

and the borrower promises to return them on time.

So basically, they may use it however they wish for sixty days.

Can we even decline?!

The problem is that the interview has kindled the people's will to fight.

If we don't put our sacred swords at stake, we would seem disrespectful.

If we don't wager the swords, the government will need to fund much of the cost.

What should we do?

What should we do?!

This is troubling!

I wonder if there's anything I can do.

It's a political thing, so...

We can only wait until the Princess and the other leaders come to an agreement.

Hey!

Why are you here?

Aw, you found me!

Are you spying prior to the war?!

No way, man!

That's...

What is it, Emilio?

Chief Panettone!

This spy was disguised as a knight!

I ain't no spy!

I'm here to deliver a message from a guy for- him! Shinku, the Hero!

A message for me?

He's here.

Gaul,

what do you need?

It should be obvious.

It's about the war.

Godwin and I are against this war.

There are too many things we don't understand.

Some of the people here think that Galette is trying to take over Biscotti.

Even my sister wouldn't go that far.

Biscotti and Galette have been allies for many generations.

It's immoral and pointless to become enemies now.

Now that the people are looking forward to the battle, there's no way we could stop it.

I'm going to ask my sister to seriously consider placing some limitations on the usage of the sacred swords.

However, if she isn't able to settle on anything...

please win, no matter what.

Why would you say that?

Because I like Biscotti.

The food's good, the people are nice, and the scenery is amazing.

Not to mention, the Princess is nice.

Moreover, the battles in Flonyard are supposed to be enjoyable for the participants, audience, supporters, and other residents.

And so...

Whether they win or lose, everyone has to have fun.

Royalty should be the only ones suffering.

I have a feeling this battle won't be anything like that.

That's all.

That's all I have to say.

Don't tell the Princess or the knights about this.

Thanks, Gaul!

No problem. I'm counting on you, Shinku.

Gaul, one more thing!

I heard that our Princess and Her Highness Leo used to be good friends!

Sorry, I'm not sure about that.

Ask Amelita about that.

She'd know the most.

Sir Gaul has mobilized.

Let him be.

I'm not expecting anything from him and Godwin.

Godwin admires Sir Gaul, after all.

It is good to have loyal vassals.

It will help him in the future.

Before the previous rulers passed away,

Her Highness Leo took good care of our Princess.

It was as if they were sisters.

Our Princess, who had compassion for both her vassals and her people,

and Her Highness Leo, who was adroit at martial arts and Seal Spells...

They taught each other various things that the other did not know.

Even after they became leaders, there were no large disputes,

and they remained very close friends, even though they could not meet very often.

Then, about half a year ago...

Her Highness Leo began concerning herself with our Princess' living conditions and our army of knights.

Concerned...?

She suggested increased armament of Biscotti,

making sure the Princess avoided dangerous situations,

and proper security around her, and various other things.

She seemed very dedicated.

However, after about three months,

she complety changed her attitude.

She stopped contacting the Princess.

Our Princess was hurt both personally and politically.

She lost a sister-like friend from her childhood

and also lost an important neighboring ally.

If the sacred swords of Biscotti are taken from us...

Is this allowed?

Is this really allowed to happen?

It was the Princess's decision.

We must be prepared.

Hello!

I'm sure all of you have seen the news this morning.

We were startled by the sudden declaration of war by Her Highness Leo.

The Elders nearly fell out of their seats!

But nobody was injured, so don't worry!

Lord d'Arquien! Yukki!

Hero, Amelita.

Ever since I became ruler, we have lost many battles to Galette.

Even if the wars were fun, you were all unable to enjoy the feeling of victory...

However, Biscotti is not weak.

We have only experienced defeat because of my poor battle preparations.

That's not true, Princess!

Thank you, everyone.

The past six months have all been in preparation for this moment.

The Association of Industry and Commerce of Firianno has provided us with weapons!

Our new knights are very well trained now!

Therefore...

Biscotti will gladly accept Galette's declaration of war!

Of course, we will be wagering the Holy Sword, Exceleed, and Divine Sword, Palladion.

We will not lose this battle!

Let's win this war!

Let's win and earn ourselves an exciting future!

Jump out to the world that awaits you

zutto kimi wo matteta sekai e tobidashite

I'll guide you through a lost story

annai suru yo yukuefumei ni natta monogatari e

Tomorrow will surely change if you so wish

nozonda no nara kitto asu mo kaerareru hazu

A "thank you" that I was unable to say

ienakatta arigatou da toka

And a "sorry" that I left behind are wandering

otoshita gomen ga samayotte iru

I'm here to pick them up!

mukae ni kita no

The melody into the future resounds

mirai e no melody hibikeba

It's a song for you

sore wa kimi no tame no uta

I really wanted to give it to you

todoketakute todoketakute

Even if I look up at the sky

kono sora miagete

And extend my hands toward it, I feel heartbroken

te wo nobashitemo setsunai kedo

But I want us to be smiling

egao de irareru you ni

If you can hear a distant voice

nee koe ga kikoeta nara

Reach into your heart and remember me

kokoro ni tomete omoidashite mite ne