Original subtitles

Appraisal

Ancient Dragon

Attribute: Fire

Attribute: Water

Fascinating.

This is not my first time laying eyes

on an Ancient Dragon.

But a beast that possesses two attributes,

both water and fire?

I've never seen such a thing

in all the long years

that I've been teaching at the academy.

Is that so?

I'm guessing the strange phenomenon

that occurred during the summoning ritual

has something to do with it.

From

From Bureaucrat

From Bureaucrat to

From Bureaucrat to Villainess:

Dad's Been Reincarnated!

From Bureaucrat to Villainess:

Dad's Been Reincarnated!

I can never avoid role playing

No matter how much time passes

I'm a cog in the machine from morning to night

All systems nominal

1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9

There are nothing but villagers

Everywhere I look

While people wish upon a star

God snickers to himself

Nonsense

Choose for yourself what to believe in

Don't let loud voices fool you

Not everything in the world is just

Sometimes we have to choke back tears

Ah, you've made your choices in life

To sing of the things that you love

Ah, I'm sure that your voice

Is my shining beacon

Tell me something, Grace.

Episode 5: Dad Gets Into Dual-wielding

Can you cast spells with your beast?

Yes. I haven't actually tried it yet.

But I believe it's possible.

Okay, then why don't you give it a whirl?

Aim a spell at that target over there.

Magic circle!

SHOOT

What a powerful spell!

Lady Grace is such a genius!

True, it was impressive.

But that seemed to be

an ordinary fire spell.

Can you use any water spells?

I'm not sure.

Let me give it a try.

Orion!

O-Orion? Are you listening?

Is "Orion" the name you picked for it?

How charming.

Huh?

No. It's the name that was

written on its stat screen...

Orion

Level 1 Familiar

Would You Like to Change Attributes?

Fire

Water

Oh, th-this must be it!

What do you mean?

Huh?

You mean, none of you

can see this screen here?

Um, never mind.

Fire

Water

Fire

Water

The color of its body

changed from red to a bright blue!

Well, then...

it seems the conditions have been met now.

I shall try the same spell as earlier.

Magic circle!

SHOOT

Hmm. I see.

That was undoubtedly a water spell.

My next question is, are you able to use

fire and water magic simultaneously?

It doesn't seem so.

Or at the very least,

I'm unsure how that would work.

Fair enough.

Well, we can ponder more about that later.

Right now, the biggest mystery is

why was your beast the only one

that manifested two different

elemental attributes?

Grace Auvergne.

Are you aware of anything

that might explain it?

Well, when you put it that way...

yes.

Something happened.

Just when I was preparing to enroll here

at Royal Magical Academy, in fact.

I felt the presence

of someone else inside me.

It was like a new soul had been born,

distinct from the one

that I possessed before.

In other words, my old self

and my current self...

the combination of these two souls

may have contributed

to the creation of this beast.

Two souls?!

Is that even possible?

It makes sense.

I've noticed that Grace has

drastically changed as of late.

So, what you're saying...

is you've taken a step into maturity

by embracing a whole new you.

I've heard a great deal from your parents.

They said you've always had

an acute sense of responsibility.

Hence, you were so driven

by the need to successfully establish

yourself here at the academy,

that it inadvertently gave rise

to a new personality within you.

That figures.

Lady Grace is a genius after all!

U-uh, okay...

But actually...

In any case, Grace,

this now means you have

an important responsibility to fulfill.

Huh?

At the end of every semester,

we hold an immersive learning event

called the "Magic Exhibition."

Generally, only the most accomplished

members of the student council

are chosen to participate.

But I want you to take part, Grace.

And demonstrate the powers

of your beast to everyone.

R-really, sir?!

I must say, this feels like too big

of a responsibility for me...

Don't be silly.

What candidate could be better suited

for the role than you?

B-but I...

Lady Grace!

You should do it!

If anyone can serve as the best

role model for the student body, it's you!

I wholeheartedly believe that!

Uh, seriously?

If you insist.

But I'll warn you now, I am surely going

to require your assistance, Anna.

Whatever you need, just say the word!

I am here for you, too.

Feel free to ask me for anything, Grace.

Yo. Don't go forgetting about me!

How did I get myself into this?

Royal Magic Academy: Beast Summoning Altar

W-well, good news for Grace.

Er, I mean Dad.

His beast was born just fine.

That's a relief.

But what happened

to that tiny Dad and Grace?

Was it born from them?

I've seen that version of Grace before

on her character introduction screen.

Virgile Vierge

A second-year at Royal Magic Academy and

student council president. He is the Crown Prince

of the kingdom and engaged to Grace Auvergne.

Although he seems kind and sociable,

he can't help but judge people based on

their worth to the kingdom because of

how he was raised to inherit the throne.

Beast: Spica

Species: Griffin

Attribute: Wind

Intimacy

Anna: Current Status

Grace: Current Status

So, I guess this means their powers

were combined or something.

Two for the price of one?

Sounds like one of those special cheats

that always pop up in these

isekai reincarnation stories.

That's gotta be it.

Anyways, let's keep progressing the story.

Royal Magic Academy: Beast Summoning Altar

Grace AKA Kenzaburo's

Beast Has Been Summoned

Please Choose a Name

Huh?

It wants me to pick the name of the beast?

Normally, the contracted master

does that...

But I guess I just have to play along.

O r i o n

Okay, done.

Enter

Orion

Level 1 Familiar

Kenzaburo's Inner Thoughts

"Orion"?

Orion is from my favorite childhood anime,

Mechazoid Warrior Wyvern.

It was the name of the

little dinosaur character.

And, naturally,

Dad always watched it with me.

So, he might realize that

I'm the one who named it!

Kenzaburo's Inner Thoughts

Having a dinosaur-like beast

with a name like that...

the staff of this game must be fond

of that anime, too, huh?

So close!

Well, that might be a stretch.

It's a common name!

I mean, he's not wrong!

Hmm. I see.

That figures.

Everyone's in a tizzy over his beast

because of how unprecedented it is.

Tell me something, Grace.

Can you cast spells with your beast?

I'll get it. You keep playing.

Thanks, Mom.

Yes? Who is it?

I'm here to deliver a package.

Oh, you can just leave it there.

Sorry, but it requires payment...

Huh? Cash on delivery?

Oh, that's right!

It's mine! I ordered something.

Sorry. Let me go grab my wallet.

But that seemed to be an ordinary fire spell.

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Principal

Okay, we'll be right with you!

But that seemed to be an ordinary fire spell.

Can you use any water spells?

How much is it?

Can you use any water spells?

It's 5,500 yen, ma'am.

Okay, just a sec. Here.

Orion!

Okay, just a sec. Here.

We're going to use water magic next.

Okay, just a sec. Here.

We're going to use water magic next.

And here's your change.

Are you ready?

And here's your change.

Are you ready?

Thank you!

O-Orion? Are you listening?

Hinako!

It's Dad!

Seems like he's having some trouble.

Huh?! Oh crap!

I left it in auto-play mode!

Uh...

Backlog

Let's check the convo log first.

Backlog

Oh, he wants to switch

to the water attribute.

I think we gotta hit the select button

and navigate to the stat menu.

Diary

Beasts

Options

Return to Game

Diary

Beasts

Options

Return to Game

Beasts

Sirius

Orion

Spica

Regulus

Orion

Grace Auvergne

A beast of the ancient dragon species

that serves Grace AKA Kenzaburo.

On top of being a beast of legendary rarity,

it was born from 2 mana sources

that gave it both the "fire" and "water" attributes,

which is unheard of. It is possible to switch

between the two attributes at any time and

use magic that best fits the situation.

Stats

Intelligence: A

Power: B

Speed: A

Constitution: A

Dexterity: B

Rarity: S

Attribute

Fire Water

There we go.

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Anna

The color of its body changed

from red to a bright blue!

Bada bing bada boom!

Oh, wait a second!

This means that unless we're here

to follow the story

and control his beast at the right time,

then Dad won't be able to move forward!

Can I really make it to the end?

Don't worry, Hinako.

Remember who raised you?

Well, yeah. No duh.

IT WAS DAD!

AND YOU!

That's right!

Believe in the power

of your otaku bloodline!

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Principal

Why was your beast the only one

that manifested two different

elemental attributes?

Oops. We missed some of the story.

Are you aware of anything

that might explain it?

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Grace (Kenzaburo)

Well, when you put it that way... yes.

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Grace (Kenzaburo)

Kenzaburo's Inner Thoughts

This is a good opportunity for me

to come clean

and explain that a different person

is now inhabiting Grace's body.

W-w-whoa there!

and explain that a different person

is now inhabiting Grace's body.

W-w-whoa there!

Grace (Kenzaburo)

Something happened.

Just when I was preparing to enroll

Wait, Dad!

here at Royal Magical Academy, in fact.

It's definitely better

if you keep that a secret!

here at Royal Magical Academy, in fact.

There's a branch in the Virgile route

where Grace actually gets possessed

by a demon and ends up fighting Anna.

So if he admits to having

a different personality now,

they might assume

it's the work of an evil spirit!

Grace (Kenzaburo)

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

I felt the presence

of someone else inside me.

It was like a new soul had been born,

distinct from the one

that I possessed before.

In other words,

my old self and my current self...

the combination of these two souls

may have contributed

to the creation of this beast.

Oh.

The Elegance Cheat made his explanation

come off as pretty ambiguous.

So, what you're saying...

is you've taken a step into maturity

by embracing a whole new you.

They misunderstood him in a good way!

Whew!

That's one crisis averted.

But I want you to take part, Grace.

Royal Magic Academy: Courtyard

Principal

And demonstrate the powers

of your beast to everyone.

Grace (Kenzaburo)

R-really, sir?!

Interesting.

So, this is going to be the trigger

that leads them into

the Magical Exhibition event.

Yeesh. That's not exactly what I expected.

Is it a bad sign?

Well, not necessarily.

It's just that the Magic Exhibition is

where Anna and her chosen love interest

get a big intimacy boost.

And that's usually the whole reason

the event takes place.

But I'll warn you now, I am surely going

to require your assistance, Anna.

Whatever you need, just say the word!

But this is totally

not going in that direction at all!

I am here for you, too.

But this is totally

not going in that direction at all!

Feel free to ask me for anything, Grace.

Exactamundo.

Feel free to ask me for anything, Grace.

Exactamundo.

Yo.

Well, this was a pretty great story...

but the last one I read

would bring anyone to tears!

I'm definitely going to use it as the basis

for the drama club's next big performance!

Good golly, this place is pure bliss!

There's no limit to the books I can read!

Ah, I wish I could live here forever!

Or become a book myself!

Magic Royal Academy

really has one of the best libraries.

It's so huge!

Indeed.

It rivals the underground vault

as the academy's most valuable reservoir

of knowledge.

Huh?

That's the daughter of the duke!

Lady Grace Auvergne!

She's absolutely stunning.

Oh, and next to her...

is the academy's first student

of peasant-blood,

who got in with the top score!

The valedictorian of valedictorians!

None other than Miss Anna Doll!

Their friendship transcends

the limits of social status!

There is nothing more glorious!

A true feast for the eyes!

As it stands, our top priority should be

to broaden our knowledge.

We must study up on the

finer details of magic and beasts.

Okay, Lady Grace!

This is especially true

because I still have so many questions

about Grace's new beast Orion.

Like how it ended up with both

the water and fire attributes.

Or what those floating hands were

during the ritual.

Huh? C-combine them?!

Or what those floating hands were

during the ritual.

But how?! Direct contact?!

And the voice I heard then...

I'm not sure since

I couldn't really hear it clearly,

but I get the feeling

I might know who it was.

Pardon me, Lady Grace.

I'm going to check out

the bookshelves over there.

Yes. Please do.

I'll focus my efforts over here...

Is something wrong?

Oh, well, I thought I saw...

Lady Grace!

Lady Anna!

That's the student council secretary

and attendant to the Crown Prince.

His name was...

Lord Pierre. It's nice to see you.

Salutations, Pierre.

Good job, Anna!

You seem to be in a rush.

What's troubling you?

Well, it's rather embarrassing.

Have either of you

seen Prince Virgile around?

The Prince? I'm afraid not.

Has he pulled another

disappearing act on you?

Unfortunately, yes...

Although Pierre is an

outstanding attendant

who perfectly manages the Prince's

schedule and everyday affairs,

he is also businesslike

and adamant to a fault,

which occasionally puts

so much pressure on the Prince

that he is forced to hide from him

just to catch a break.

I'm outta here.

that he is forced to hide from him

just to catch a break.

Furthermore,

when the old Grace learned of this,

she would place all the blame on Pierre

and often chewed him out for it.

Rabble rabble rabble! Rabble rabble!

she would place all the blame on Pierre

and often chewed him out for it.

Rabble rabble rabble!

Talk about a tough break.

Rabble rabble rabble!

The pains of serving royalty, I guess.

M-my apologies!

I know it's my fault

for losing track of him!

But I swear that it won't happen again!

I see.

There may be some truth in that.

But try thinking of it

this way, instead...

Huh?

Seeing as how the Prince

took it upon himself to avoid you,

that also means you are off the hook

from serving him during that time, no?

O-off the hook?

People are simply not designed to work

for every minute of every day.

Real

Example

During a Business Trip

Waiting for a Client

The more fatigued they become,

the more the quality

of their work declines.

Taking Pto

So you see,

taking breaks like this is key

to ensuring that everyone

stays at their best.

I suggest that's how you look at it.

H-how incredibly magnanimous!

You're a genius, Lady Grace!

That's one of the most compelling

arguments I've heard!

Everyone around here

is already well aware

of how hard you work

on the Prince's behalf.

Perhaps in a more dangerous place

this would be a different story,

but given the safety of our academy,

I don't see a reason for you to be so

uptight about the Prince's whereabouts.

Right!

I am beyond honored to receive

your most generous words.

You have brought new light upon

the purpose by which I dedicate my life

in service to the royal family!

So uptight...

Ah, this reminds me, Pierre.

We actually came to the library

in search of materials

to help us study magic and beasts.

As someone with more experience,

do you have any advice for us?

I heard the exciting news.

You will be participating

in the Magic Exhibition, yes?

But I'm afraid that my knowledge

and ability to teach is quite shallow,

so giving you any advice...

would be too far out of line!

So uptight!

Well, if you don't mind,

could you at least tell us

a little about your beast?

What a wonderful idea.

I've never seen your beast for myself.

As you wish.

Just give me a moment...

The name of my beast is Pollux.

Pollux

Species:

Gargoyle

It is a Gargoyle

and has the water attribute.

Attribute: Water

So you use water magic!

And if I remember correctly,

Prince Virgile has a beast

with the wind attribute,

which means you fit

into the support role perfectly!

Yes. I'm quite proud of that fact.

The prince was chosen

to give a demonstration

at last year's Magic Exhibition,

and with his permission,

I humbly served as

his support during the event.

Oh really?

I didn't know it worked that way.

Please don't hesitate to ask

if you ever find yourself

in need of my help, Lady Grace.

You and the prince

will be married in due time.

Which means that my service to him

naturally extends to you.

Why thank you, Pierre.

But let's not rush to conclusions.

Until the prince is actually married,

there is no guarantee

that I will end up as his wife.

Huh?

What are you saying?

Did I hear you right, Grace?!

Would you care to explain

what you meant by that, Grace?

Your Highness.

I've been looking for you.

Oh crud! I forgot!

Did you notice he was up there,

Lady Grace?

Perhaps.

Heaven only knows.

I can't believe it, Prince Virgile.

How were you able to hear

our conversation

when you were all the way

up on the second floor?

Ah. With a bit of wind magic.

I created a tunnel of air that

carries sounds from farther away.

It's a simple spell.

Actually, it takes great skill to cast.

But it's not the most dignified spell,

considering that it's

primarily used to eavesdrop.

Don't be such a stiff, Pierre.

I will need to heed the voices

of all my subjects after I become king,

so I'm getting in practice now.

Oh, I see.

Wow.

I didn't know wind magic

was so multifaceted.

Most fascinating.

That reminds me, your beast

also had the wind attribute, didn't it?

If I may be so bold, Your Highness...

It would be prudent for you

to teach Anna all about wind magic!

You think so?

Yes, absolutely!

That should lead Anna further along

his route by raising their intimacy level.

B-but it would be rude of me

to impose on him like that!

No. I don't mind at all.

We already see each other regularly

as members of the council.

So that makes it easy.

G-gosh, but it still doesn't feel right...

It would be nice if she

wasn't so modest all the time.

Where's that main character energy?

Oh, hey!

This is a good chance for me to play

the villainess and get aggressive for once.

Oh please, Anna!

Would you get down from your high horse?

Huh?

This training is not meant

for your benefit whatsoever.

I am merely thinking ahead

to the Magical Exhibition,

where I expect you to serve as my support!

I will not stand for an assistant

who only knows second-rate magic.

Huh?!

You want ME to be your assistant,

Lady Grace?!

S-say no more! I humbly accept!

And swear to give you my absolute best!

Now I see. When you put it that way...

then I have no choice

but to offer my full support, Grace.

Huh? What the?

My hats off to you, Lady Grace.

What a masterful display of courtesy.

Although you framed

it is as being all about you,

that was only a means to provide Lady Anna

with a good learning opportunity.

Once again, you are inspiration to us all.

His "I Know the Truth" Face

Oh jeez...

How does this always happen?!

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Come play the bongos

Come hear the samba

Dance to the rhythm of the carnival

Let’s party day and night until we feel all right

Don’t stop the fun tonight, we are shining bright!

I feel the hot breeze blow and let my body go

I wanna dance and dance until I'm in a trance

The waves sing my song with samba, we belong

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The rhythm in my heart, we'll never be apart

Olé, Olé!

Matsuken Samba

Olé, Olé!

Matsuken Samba

Ah, fall in love (amigo)

Just dance (senorita)

Forget about the time today

And let's dance the night away

Samba, viva, samba!

Matsuken Samba!

Olé!

So, this game is called

"Magical Academy: Love & Beast", right?

Do people use the shorthand "LnB"?

Actually, the fandom is split

between "LnB" and "MagiAca".

All the official

social media accounts use "LnB",

but the "MagiAca" fans

are pretty stubborn.

It just sounds better, ya know?

Ah, so it's kind of like "League" or "LoL"?

Yeah, sometimes even I get them mixed up.

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