((OOC--Ken Related Game Script))
I thought it might be a good idea to have a post with Ken scenes I find relevant from the game in one neat little place, for the sake of reference. I did not do the transcription myself, I got it from here, but the html was all done by me. Needless to say, there are SPOILERS underneath the cut, so if you don't wish to be spoiled for Persona 3, please don't read any further!
6/7/09
At the Naganaki Shrine
Yukari: Main-kun, this is Ken-kun, the boy I was talking about earlier.
Ken: Nice to meet you. My name is Ken Amada. Are you friends with Yukari-san and Junpei-san?
Junpei: Yep, you got it. He lives in the same dorm as me and Yuka-tan.
Ken: Really? I didn't know boys and girls could live in the same dorm.
Yukari: Umm, uhh, well... It's like...
Junpei: We're exceptions! We've got good reasons for sticking close...
Yukari: I talk to Ken-kun here a lot. He's a lot more reliable than Stupei.
Junpei: Geez, Yuka-tan, you're so mean... Besides, I'm way more mature than Ken. Don't you think?
Main: {You're more mature.}
Junpei: See!? You hear that, Yuka-tan? Even Main thinks I'm more mature than that kid!
{Ken's more mature.}
Junpei: S-Serious!? Why you guys always gotta be harshin' the tards...?
Ken: Yukari-san and Junpei-san often give me help. Especially Yukari-san! Her advice is very useful.
***
7/5/09
At the Naganaki Shrine
Yukari: Hey, Main-kun. Are you here to see Ken-kun too?
Main: {That's right.}
Yukari: Glad to hear it. It's good to see Ken-kun making more friends.
{I'm here to see you.}
Yukari: Really...? Why? We see each other every day at the dorm.
Junpei: Awww, the little guy looked sad, being here all alone. So I talked to him... Not on purpose, I mean.
Ken: Hello.
Main: {Why do you come here?}
Ken: No specific reason... I can just relax when I come here.
{How'd you three meet?}
Ken: Junpei-san came up to me first, actually. After that, Yukari-san came, and I'd sometimes talk to her too.
***
7/18/09
Shuji Ikutsuki: Oh, hello. I just stopped by to pick someone up. I might as well introduce you to him now.
[Ikutsuki calls to someone offscreen; Ken enters and stands next to him.]
Ken: Hello.
Yukari: Oh, hi, Ken-kun. What's up?
Akihiko: You know him...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: He doesn't leave during the break because of his... circumstances.
Yukari: Oh, I heard about that... Something about his parents...
Ken: It was only me and my mom, but she got in an accident, and she... she died. It happened two years ago.
Shuji Ikutsuki: ...Right now, one of his distant relatives is paying for his school expenses. But, staying at the elementary school dorm all by himself isn't proper for a child his age. So, I decided to move him to your dorm for the summer.
Yukari: To OUR dorm!? Do you really think that's a good idea!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Why, of course. He has the potential.
Akihiko: Then, he's the new candidate...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Yes... But, as you can see, he's still just an elementary school student. So, it is merely a possibility for now.
Akihiko: ......
Ken: Are you... Sanada-senpai?
Akihiko: Um... yeah.
Ken: I've heard a lot about you... You haven't lost a boxing match yet.
Akihiko: Yeah, well... It's nice to meet you. ......
***
7/25/09
Ken: ...Hello! My name is Ken Amada. I'll be staying here for a while. I'll try to stay out of everyone's way, so don't mind me.
***
7/27/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Sanada-senpai, you always wear those gloves when you fight, right? I heard you're undefeated with them on.
Akihiko: Yeah... It's no big deal, really...
***
7/31/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: You all stay up so late. I try to stay up as late as you guys, but I'm always the first one to fall asleep. What do you guys do when you're up so late?
Main: {Study.}
Ken: Wow... High school must be really hard.
{Goof off.}
Ken: Are you sure you should be doing that? If you stay up late goofing off, you're going to fall asleep during class.
{Adult activities.}
Ken: So, what are you saying, that I'm just a kid? Well, you're not that much older than me, you know.
***
8/1/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Huh? Oh, I'm drinking coffee. How do you drink your coffee, Main-san?
Main: {Black.}
Ken: I thought you would. Putting milk and sugar in your coffee is childish. See? I drink my coffee black, just like you.
{With milk and sugar.}
Ken: Hm, that's not bad either, but I prefer mine black.
{With hot sauce.}
Ken: Huh? H-Hot sauce? You mean, like hot sauce used to make your food spicy? You're just kidding, right? I mean, no one would put hot sauce in their coffee... would they?
***
8/16/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: I don't really like festivals. Does that make me weird?
Main: {Yeah.}
Ken: That's what everyone says. They say I should act more like a kid. But, I don't care what people say. I just don't like festivals.
{No.}
Ken: Oh... I'm a little surprised to hear that because everyone always says I'm weird. But, you're different, Main-san...
***
8/21/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime.
Ken: This is Yukari-san's magazine. It was just lying around so I took a look at it. Those clothes featured seem to be very expensive. You must need a lot of money to be a female.
***
8/24/09
[Ken exits the manga shop at Iwatodai Station when he hears some voices.]
Shinjiro: Dammit, I'm tired of your nagging.
Akihiko: I'm sorry, but I won't take no for an answer.
[Ken moves to the ledge and sees Shinjiro and Akihiko on the floor below him.]
Shinjiro: Well, the answer's still the same: I'm not coming back.
Akihiko: You know, another new Persona-user joined us... and he's not human.
Shinjiro: ...What?
Akihiko: It's a dog. He lost his master six months ago because of the Shadows. He's incredibly loyal... Up 'til now, he's been guarding the spot where his master was killed... despite the bad memories.
Shinjiro: ......
Akihiko: We saw someone die right before our eyes, too... But, it's been two years since then...
Shinjiro: ......
Akihiko: How long do you plan to beat yourself up over it? You're always at that spot behind the station, even though you don't hang out with the crowd there.
Shinjiro: It doesn't matter. It was my fault, and it can't be erased. What difference does it make if I come to terms with it? It won't change anything. This isn't the same as what happened to Miki.
Akihiko: Shinji...
Shinjiro: That's enough, already. I just want to forget it ever happened.
[Shinjiro walks away. The camera pans back up to Ken.]
Ken: Two years ago... ...... It can't be... ...... So his name is Shinji, huh...?
***
8/25/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I always felt like there was something I needed to do... But, I could never figure out what it was... Now, I know, and I'm ready to do it... My mind is made up.
***
8/28/09
[Everyone is in the meeting room.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Good, you're all here. Please come in.
[Ken enters.]
Ken: Sorry to interrupt.
Akihiko: You must be kidding...
Shuji Ikutsuki: After running several tests, we've learned that he has more then adequate potential. I called this meeting so that I could introduce him, since he'll be joining our squad.
Mitsuru: B-But Mr. Chairman, he's still in elementary school. Besides...
Shuji Ikutsuki: Besides... what? His ability is quite promising. With the proper training, he could be a big help.
Akihiko: But, is HE okay with it?
Ken: Actually, I asked to join. I believe I can be of some assistance... Now, I finally know why I was given this power.
Shuji Ikutsuki: ...So, as you can see, it was his own decision.
Ken: Nice to meet you all. I'll try not to get in anyone's way.
Aigis: Nice to meet you, too.
Akihiko: ......
Junpei: Hey, don't worry, kid. We got your back. It may be hard at times, but stick with it.
Ken: Yes, got it!
***
9/1/09
[Yukari, Junpei, Ken, and Koromaru are in the lounge. Main arrives.]
Yukari: ...Oh, you're back. Perfect timing. Hey, Fuuka, is Aigis ready?
[Fuuka and Aigis enter; Aigis is wearing a Gekkoukan student's uniform.]
Junpei: Ready for what?
Yukari: She said she wanted to go to school, so I said something to Mitsuru-senpai as a joke... But, the Chairman overheard and thought it was a good idea. So as of tomorrow, she'll be a junior.
Junpei: Seriously!? He's down with that?
Fuuka: Her said something about studying her behavior in a social environment...
Junpei: Well, as far as I'm concerned, it's a great idea... Just look at how cute she is in that uniform!
Aigis: The camouflage Fuuka-san has provided me with seems to be the appropriate size.
Ken: It looks very natural on you; no one will suspect a thing. But, why does he want you to go to school? It's not like there's anything special about it.
Aigis: With the commencement of the second semester, I intend to synchronize my schedule with the other members'. If I were to remain here on standby, it could delay our deployment. Therefore, I request to accompany our squad leader.
Yukari: Delay our deployment? Won't you going to school create more problems?
Aigis: I will make any necessary adjustments as problems arise.
Koromaru: Woof, woof!
Aigis: He said, "I want to go to school, too."
Yukari: Sorry, Koro-chan... You have to stay here.
Koromaru: *whimper*
***
9/2/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Shinjiro-senpai seems very strong. But, is he dependable? I mean, he was at that place, and... I guess I'm just not very trusting.
***
9/3/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: My Persona is good with light skills. Hama can take down any opponent in a second! W-Well... maybe not ANY opponent, but... Oh, and it's also pretty good with electricity skills... but not as good as Sanada-senpai's Persona.
***
9/13/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: Koromaru always seems so happy. I'm a little jealous of him. He can be satisfied just eating a meal. *sigh* I wish my life was that simple.
***
9/16/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: The Culture Festival is next weekend. But, there's a typhoon coming... so it might get cancelled. I probably wouldn't have gone to it anyway. I really don't like being around a lot of people right now.
***
9/20/09
[Main runs into the dorm and closes the door.]
> You are drenched from the rain. Your body is shivering...
Junpei: You weren't quick enough, huh?
[Main walks over to the couches where everyone else is gathered.]
Fuuka: According to the news, a typhoon just hit. Supposedly, it's the biggest one on record. It's moving slowly, too, so it'll be around for a while...
Junpei: Yeah, thanks to that, the school festival got canned. ...Well, setting all that stuff up is a pain, so I don't mind. But, it sucks that we'll be stuck indoors... So, how are you gonna spend your break?
Main: {I have plans.}
{Nothing special.}
{I forgot we had one.}
Junpei: Seriously? Dude, you're killin' me...
Junpei: What about you, Fuuka?
Fuuka: Me? The only thing I plan to do is go to the movies...
Junpei: Ooh, a movie? Is it a date...?
Fuuka: It-It's not like that. I'm going with Natsuki-chan. She absolutely loves movies... But with this typhoon, I don't know if we'll be able to go.
Junpei: How 'bout you, Yuka-tan? Will ya still have practice?
Yukari: ...I doubt it. The archery range is outside, so it's most likely canceled until the storm blows over.
Akihiko: Same here. This stupid typhoon is gonna mess up my training.
Junpei: What about you, Senpai?
Mitsuru: ...I haven't decided. Besides, what business is it of yours, Iori?
Junpei: Me? Well, I'd be happy to tell you about my plans...
Aigis: I suspect that you will be visiting Chidori-san. Although she has stabilized, we cannot release her.
Junpei: Man, Ai-chan, you must be psychic. And ya know what? She WANTS me to come! ...Not to brag or anything... I, um... just thought I should check up on her... Ya know, with the storm and all.
Akihiko: ...What's up with him?
Fuuka: Umm... Well... Oh, yeah! Ken-kun. What are you going to do during the break?
Ken: Oh, nothing in particular...
Junpei: Come on, you have to be doing something.
Ken: Well, I'll probably go visit the shrine.
Junpei: Dude, you're a kid, not an old man.
Ken: But, that's where I always go. I guess you could say I made a vow... Anyway, I'm going back to my room. I have a lot of homework to do...
Junpei: Oh, okay. Call me if you get stuck.
[Ken leaves.]
Akihiko: ......
Shinjiro: ......
***
9/21/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: That was a pretty big typhoon. I bet a lot of buildings were destroyed. Yukari-san and Fuuka-san were really scared during it... Were you scared during it too, Main-san?
Main: {Yeah, a little.}
Ken: ...I was a little scared too.
{No, not at all.}
Ken: That's what I thought. You're never scared of anything.
{I slept right through it.}
Ken: Oh, that's right...
***
10/4/09
[Ken is behind Port Island station. He has his spear out. Shinjiro enters.]
Ken: You came...
Shinjiro: ......
Ken: I'm surprised you abandoned the operation. ...Do you know why I asked you to meet me here? Two years ago today... October 4th. That was the day my mom died here. They called it an accident... but it wasn't. I saw the whole thing... You murdered her!!
Shinjiro: ......
Ken: ...Since then, it's been one bad thing after another... And all I get from people is sympathy, no matter where I go. What's the point in living...? I even thought about killing myself... but Mom wouldn't have wanted that. ...That's why I decided that I had to find her killer--YOU! You said once that you wanted to forget what happened on that day... So, when I found out it was a full moon today, I knew I had to confront you. ...Today, Mom is watching over me. I'll make you remember what you did to her! I'm gonna kill you!!
[He readies his spear.]
Shinjiro: ...... Do it.
***
Shinjiro: ...Do it. I won't stop you. You're right... I wanted to forget. That's why I left the group, and tried to suppress my power... But, nothing I did could erase the memory... And now, I find myself here--the last place I want to be.
Ken: ......
Shinjiro: It's my fault... This is what I deserve. But... let me give you one warning.
Ken: Warning...?
Shinjiro: If you decide to take my life, you'll end up like me. Just remember that...
Ken: Is that supposed to change my mind...?
Shinjiro: Even if all you have now is hatred, one day you'll regret it.
Ken: Shut up! That's a load of crap!!
Takaya: ...He is correct.
[Takaya enters from the other direction.]
Takaya: There is no reason for him to feel regret... That is the nature of revenge. Is it not permissible to kill those who are themselves killers?
Shinjiro: ...You.
Takaya: The loss of Chidori has posed a bit of a challenge for us... But, we cannot simply ignore your meddling.
[He pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: Do not fear. This life is but a stepping stone. Salvation shall be yours...
[Shinjiro moves forward.]
Shinjiro: What!?
Takaya: You cannot defy fate... You shall die... whether or not it is at the hand of this boy.
Shinjiro: ......
Takaya: You've been taking those pills for some time now... You don't have much longer.
Ken: What's he talking about!?
Shinjiro: That's bullshit!
Takaya: Listen to your body... You know it to be true.
Ken: What does he mean...? You're going to die...? ...No matter what I do? That's not fair!! All this time! I've been waiting for this!!
Takaya: The cause of death is not of importance. Besides, the breath of life is faint in you as well, child. ...After killing him, you were planning to join him, were you not?
Ken: ......
Takaya: Since you are both destined to perish, allow me to do the honors... A slight change in timing shouldn't matter too much.
Shinjiro: Go to hell!
[Shinjiro rushes at him; Takaya shoots him in the chest.]
Shinjiro: Ugh...! Agh...!
Ken: N-No...
[Takaya aims his revolver at Shinjiro's head.]
Takaya: Now then... With what life you have left, answer me this... There is one like Chidori among you, is there not? This has enabled you to locate and defeat those we wish to protect. Now tell me... Which one of you is it?
Shinjiro: Ugh... ah...
Ken: *gasp* ......
Takaya: ...What's the matter? Cat got your tongue?
Shinjiro: Th-There's... no one...
Ken: Wait! It-It's me!
Takaya: Is that true?
Ken: ...Yes. That's the only reason they let me join.
Shinjiro: Ken... no...!
[Takaya kicks him over.]
Shinjiro: Agh!!
Takaya: ...Quiet. You had your chance.
Ken: It doesn't matter anymore... I'll never have my revenge. ...I have no reason to live...
Takaya: ...I see. So, you have achieved resolution.
[He points his revolver at Ken.]
Takaya: How enviable... Then, you shall be first. Rest peacefully...
[Takaya fires his revolver at Ken. Shinjiro manages to get up in time and block the shot with his body.]
Takaya: What is the meaning of this? Why would you risk your life to save this child?
[Shinjiro turns to look at him as the rest of the party arrives.]
Akihiko: Shinji!
Takaya: How very disappointing...
[He runs off as the party gathers around Shinjiro.]
Shinjiro: (to Ken) What's with the long face... Isn't this what you wanted? *cough*
Fuuka: No! Senpai!
[Fuuka tries to help Shinjiro but he shrugs her off.]
Shinjiro: It's alright... Give yourself time, make your anger your strength... Come on, Ken, you're just a kid. You've got your whole life ahead of you, so don't waste it. Make it your own, okay?
Ken: But... I... I...
Shinjiro: Aki... Take care of him...
Akihiko: I will...
[Shinjiro manages to get to his feet.]
Shinjiro: This is how it should be...
[He takes a few steps away before collapsing onto the ground. Ken drops to his knees and pounds the ground as he cries.]
Ken: Noooo!!
[The scene fades out.]
***
10/6/09
[The scene changes to Ken, who is at the spot behind Port Island Station.]
Ken: ......
[Akihiko walks in.]
Akihiko: You look half dead. What are you doing here?
Ken: When Mom died protecting me, no one would believe the real reason for her death... To this day, it's still on file as an unexplained accident. That's why I wanted to make it clear... I thought that's what she would have wanted... Maybe then she'd finally be at peace... They said he died by some violent crime, right? No one knows the truth. ...Just like with Mom. And once again, I'll be left behind...
Akihiko: The dead are never coming back. You have to accept that. ...You're on your own now.
Ken: ......
Akihiko: I'm not here to drag you back... You can stay in this place until you die, if that's what you want. ...But, if you still have the will to fight, then come back and stand on your own two feet.
[Akihiko walks away.]
Ken: He's right...
[Ken turns around and hits the wall.]
Ken: I've known it all along; I've just been lying to myself... I was consumed by hatred... I couldn't face the thought of being alone... But... that's exactly what happened...
[He hits the wall a couple more times.]
Ken: All this time, I've just been running away... ...... I've made up my mind... Shinjiro-san... I'll see it through to the end.
The resolution in Ken's heart has awakened a new Persona...
[Nemesis appears above Ken, and changes into another Persona.]
Nemesis has given rise to Kala-Nemi!
[Kala-Nemi disappears.]
Ken: I'll be okay now, Mom... Goodbye...
[The scene shifts to the dorm lounge, where everyone else is gathered.]
Yukari: It's already been a day...
Mitsuru: ...Yes, it has.
Junpei: So, where's Akihiko-san?
Fuuka: He said to leave Ken-kun alone, but I don't know... Maybe we should look for him...
Mitsuru: (to Main) What's your opinion?
Main: {Let's start looking.}
Yukari: You think so, too...? He IS still a kid...
{Let him be.}
Mitsuru: So, you agree with Akihiko then...
{I'm not sure what to do.}
(No extra dialog.)
Fuuka: ...I can't wait any longer! I'm going right now to--
Koromaru: Woof, woof!
[Koromaru runs over to the door; Ken enters.]
Yukari: Ken-kun!?
[Yukari and Fuuka run over to Ken.]
Ken: ......
Fuuka: Thank goodness... I was so worried...
Ken: You were?
[Everyone else moves over to Ken.]
Mitsuru: Amada... Are you able to fight?
Ken: Yes. ...I won't run off again.
Junpei: You sure?
Ken: I'm positive.
Fuuka: It's alright... We can trust him...
Yukari: ...Geez, don't make us worry like that, okay?
Mitsuru: ...Alright. I'll talk to the Chairman. ...Get some rest.
***
Dorm 2nd Floor
Ken: I'm really sorry about what happened... You could've said no, but you let me come back... I'll make it up to you guys... Shinjiro-san too...
***
10/7/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I said my prayers, so I'm okay now. Grieving over a death and just feeling down are two completely different emotions... So, yeah... I'm okay...
***
10/11/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: To be honest, I was planning to go there today... but then I decided not to. If I keep living in the past, I'll never be able to move forward.
***
10/17/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: We don't have exams in elementary school, but I'll have to take them in middle school... Are they difficult?
Main: {Yes, they are.}
Ken: *sigh* That's depressing...
{No, not really.}
Ken: Really? Wow, that's good to hear...
{They're pure torture.}
Ken: H-Hey...! You're scaring me! You shouldn't say something like that in front of a little kid...
***
10/19/09
Ken: ...Hello! Your exams are over, right? Well, I'm ready to go to Tartarus when you are. I promise to do my best until the very end... I'll be fighting for him, too...!
***
10/21/09
Dorm 2nd Floor
Ken: I don't think I'll do anything special if the Dark Hour disappears. I'll be sure to tell my mother and Shinjiro-san about it, though. Hmm... If it does really happen... I want to see what it's like to be an ordinary elementary school student.
***
10/22/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I received a compliment from Ikutsuki-san the other day. He told me I was doing well for an elementary school student. That made me really happy.
***
10/25/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: This may sound like a strange question, but I have to ask it. Am I being helpful?
Main: {Yes, you are.}
Ken: Great! I want my mom and Shinjiro-san to be proud of me.
{You could do more.}
Ken: Then I will work harder. I want my mom and Shinjiro-san to be proud of me...
***
10/28/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: The end always makes people nervous... So, what about you, Main-san? Are you nervous?
Main: {A little.}
Ken: Yeah, me too. When I think about the Dark Hour disappearing... I get chills.
{Nope, not at all.}
Ken: You're amazing... No wonder you're the leader. I get chills when I think about the Dark Hour disappearing...
***
10/31/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Strega might be planning something. But, I don't care... I'm going to avenge Shinjiro-san...
***
11/2/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: This is it... I'm going to fight for my mom... and Shinjiro-san.
***
11/3/09
[Ikutsuki and the party are in the meeting room; Fuuka has Juno summoned.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) I found it. It's currently at the south end of the Moonlight Bridge. The 12th and final Shadow.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Hmmm. This is it...
Fuuka: (telepathically) And as we expected, there are two Persona-users nearby... Strega.
Mitsuru: They know this is their last chance. Even though we were expecting this, we should still be careful.
Ken: Those bastards...
Akihiko: Hmph. Saves us the trouble of looking for them.
Mitsuru: You've all done a fine job up to this point. This will be our last operation. Let's all come back safely.
> The final battle is here... The last Shadow and Strega await you. Strategy weighs heavily on your mind as you prepare to select your allies...
[Main selects his party members.]
Mitsuru: Well, then... We should be going.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Okay... Be careful.
Mitsuru: ...Let's go!
[The party moves out.]
> The final battle has arrived at last... But first, there are two powerful adversaries you must contend with. Moonlight Bridge, south end...
[The party arrives at the bridge to find Takaya and Jin.]
Takaya: You know the significance of today, do you not? You claim you hunt the Shadows to prevent the disaster they bring... Yet, countless lives are lost each day without their intervention... The power we wield is not itself evil... You cannot deny that. So why don't you just admit it? You do not wish to eliminate the Dark Hour... You are merely deceiving yourselves...
Main: {That's not true.}
Takaya: Look within yourselves and you shall see.
{Maybe so.}
(No extra dialog.)
{Who cares?}
Takaya: Who cares? Refusing to answer is the same as turning your back.
Takaya: You are indeed foolish children... Erasing the Dark Hour is the same as erasing yourselves. Tch. Is even that beyond your comprehension? As I believed, our goals are irreconcilable.
[Takaya pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: Jin...
Jin: Forget these maggots.
Takaya: Fate shall decide who will prevail. ...Come.
[The party begins fighting them.]
Takaya: Now, you shall be judged.
Jin: There's no cure for stupidity.
[Takaya takes some damage.]
Takaya: It appears you have more than just luck on your side! So be it!
[Takaya takes a lot of damage.]
Takaya: I never imagine that your power would rival ours... Astonishing... Perhaps I misjudged your strength.
[Takaya reaches critical condition.]
Takaya: Ugh... So, this is the power of those whose Persona awakened naturally...
[Jin takes some damage.]
Jin: Play time's over, kids. It's time for the real deal!
[Jin takes a lot of damage.]
Jin: Oh, you're gonna pay for this!
[Jin reaches critical condition.]
Jin: Shit... These guys are tougher than I thought!
[The party defeats both of them.]
Jin: Dammit... Is their power THAT different than ours...?
Mitsuru: Different?
Jin: For us, it's not that simple... It has to be forced out. Didn't your pal tell you?
Akihiko: So it was you who was giving Shinji those pills.
Jin: You guys don't have the slightest clue what will happen if the Dark Hour disappears, do you? It won't matter for normal people, since they don't remember anything anyway... But for us--
Takaya: That's enough. Now, then... Ordinarily, we'd withdraw... but not tonight.
[Takaya pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: This body, as ephemeral as it is... It is worthless without my power.
[He puts the gun to his head.]
Takaya: Therefore, only one choice remains... I shall prove my existance here and now!
[Jin moves forward and pulls Takaya's arm away.]
Takaya: What are you doing!?
Jin: Don't be so reckless!
Takaya: Jin!?
Jin: ...Sorry. But... those are your words, not mine. (to the party) You win... Looks like you'll get your wish... Go do what you came for.
[The two of them back up to the railing.]
Junpei: Wait!!
Jin: I'd rather die than surrender to you! Take a good look! This is how we live!
[Both of them lean back and fall off the bridge.]
> Jin and Takaya disappeared into the blood-red sea below...
Yukari: They jumped...
Junpei: What the hell were they thinking!?
Akihiko: They chose their own fate. Don't let it faze you.
Mitsuru: ...The operation has only begun. Our true adversary is waiting... Focus on that, alright?
[They can see the Shadow in the sky up ahead.]
Fuuka: The Shadow up ahead is not moving at the moment. It'll be all over if you can defeat it.
[Main can reform his party; after doing so, they move ahead to the Shadow. It drops down to hover just above them.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) This is it... I'll do everything in my power to help you. Just promise me that you'll be careful!
[They begin the battle.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) I think that floating thing is your main target, but... It's out of your attack range... Give me a minute... I'll see what I can find out.
[The party manages to kill some of the statues below the Shadow.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) For some reason, those statues feel similar to that floating Shadow. They must be related somehow.
[The party destroys the statues and then defeats the Shadow.]
Yukari: ......
Junpei: ...Is it over?
Aigis: Operation completed. Or should I say, "Mission complete."
Mitsuru: Yes... It's finally over...
Aigis: I believe a celebration is in order. What will be our victory cheer?
Main: {Hip hip hooray!}
Aigis: 1... 2... 3... Hip hip hooray!
{Can we go home now?}
Aigis: 1... 2... 3... Can we go home now!?
[Everyone laughs.]
Yukari: Haha! What was that?
Junpei: So, um, Senpai... You're gonna throw us a party tomorrow, right?
Mitsuru: *sigh* You don't waste any time, do you? Well, I suppose I could arrange for it.
Junpei: Ooh! In that case, how 'bout sushi!?
Akihiko: Sushi, huh... It's been a while... Well, I've got dibs on the halibut and sea urchin!
Yukari: Oh, then I call the fatty tuna.
Fuuka: Um, we're divvying it up already? In that case, save me the salmon roe.
Junpei: Hey, wait a minute... You can't do that!
Aigis: I reserve the shrimp, squid, scallops, and sea eel.
Junpei: Hey! That's not fair! You don't even eat!
Ken: You should all be ashamed of yourselves, fighting over sushi. Senpai, please order tamago for me. They say you can tell a chef's skill by how he prepares eggs.
Yukari: Um, how old are you again?
Mitsuru: Okay, okay. I'll have the very best delivered tomorrow.
Junpei: For real!? Aw man, it's great to be alive!
Yukari: Don't get too excited, Junpei. You're getting the leftovers.
Junpei: What!? But, it was my idea in the first place!
[Everyone laughs again. Mitsuru turns to look up at the full moon.]
Mitsuru: ...I guess it's time to say goodbye to the Dark Hour. Even though it seemed like a curse, for some reason I'm reluctant to let it go.
[Everyone else turns to look at the moon.]
Akihiko: Yeah...
Yukari: We really did it, didn't we...?
Mitsuru: Yes... We saved the world, even if no ones knows it.
[The scene fades out.]
> ...... The battle is over. The Dark Hour has come to an end...
***
11/4/09
Evening
[Most of the party members are at the dorm lounge. The sushi is laid out on the
table.]
Junpei: Whoa... Nice spread.
Yukari: The slices are huge!
Junpei: Man, I'm starving... Can we eat?
Ken: Hey, where are Aigis-san and Ikutsuki-san?
Akihiko: He took her to the lab for a tune-up or something. He said they'd join us later.
Fuuka: *giggle* The Chairman just can't stay away from the lab, can he?
[The sounds of a car stopping and doors opening are heard outside.]
Mitsuru: That must be my father.
[They all walk over to the door. Takeharu and two Kirijo officials enter.]
Mitsuru: We've been waiting for you.
Takeharu Kirijo: So, it's over at last, huh...
Mitsuru: Yes.
Takeharu Kirijo: Congratulations, everyone. You've done well. There are no words to express my gratitude. Though you will never receive the recognition you deserve, it is undoubtedly a monumental achievement.
Akihiko: Thank you.
[Takeharu walks over to Yukari and takes her hand.]
Takeharu Kirijo: To you, I owe a special thanks... For lending us your power until the very end.
Yukari: Oh, it's... it's no big deal.
[Takeharu walks back to where he was standing.]
Takeharu Kirijo: The 12 Shadows that were the cause of all our troubles have been destroyed, thanks to your efforts. You needn't bear this burden any longer. You deserve a chance to experience the joys of youth. The Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad will be dissolved as of midnight tonight. No longer must you put your lives on the line in battle. Tomorrow, you can triumphantly return to a normal school life.
[The party looks around at each other.]
Takeharu Kirijo: ...Is something the matter?
Akihiko: Oh, it's nothing...
Mitsuru: Alright, everyone... It's time to celebrate. Your feast awaits you. There's no need to hold back; eat as much as you'd like.
Junpei: Sweet! I've been waiting for you to say that!
[Everyone moves over to the table. Fool Arcana to rank 7. Later, most of the food has been eaten.]
Junpei: Listen up, everyone... I have an idea... How 'bout we all take a picture?
[He pulls out a camera.]
Junpei: Actually, I tried to take one last night... but I forgot it wouldn't work during the Dark Hour.
Akihiko: You mean... you brought a camera with you into battle?
Junpei: Well, it was our LAST battle, after all.
[Junpei walks over to one of the Kirijo officials.]
Junpei: Hey, could ya take our picture?
Yukari: *sigh* I feel like such a tourist. But, I have to admit... I kinda want a picture, too.
[The man takes the camera and walks away.]
Junpei: Oh, wait... Ikutsuki-san and Aigis aren't here. ...I guess we'll have to take another one later. Alright, everyone get together.
[Takeharu and the party members gather in front of the door.]
Man in Black: Is everyone ready?
Junpei: You bet!
AKihiko: Knock it off.
Junpei: Awwww.
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[The man is trying to take the picture. Junpei has his hand out in a bunny-ears pose.]
Fuuka: C'mon, quit fooling around, Junpei.
Akihiko: Knock it off, will ya?
[Junpei suddenly trips backwards and the picture is taken of the others looking at him tumble.]
[Everyone is back at the table. Only Junpei is still eating.]
Junpei: H-Hey, how come nobody's eating? Don't tell me you're full already!
Yukari: Are you kidding? I'm stuffed.
Fuuka: Me too... I couldn't eat another bite.
Junpei: How 'bout you, Senpai...?
Akihiko: I'm good for now.
Junpei: Alright.
[Koromaru walks over to Junpei.]
Junpei: Oh... Hungry, boy?
Yukari: Don't give the dog raw fish! You'll make him sick!
Koromaru: *whimper*
Junpei: I wonder what's taking those two so long...
[Junpei pulls out his phone to check the time.]
Junpei: It's almost midnight... ......
Dark Hour
[The Dark Hour suddenly begins. The two officals are now in coffins.]
Junpei: The hell...!?
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Junpei: I thought we ended the Dark Hour! Senpai, what's going on...!?
Mitsuru: I don't know.
Akihiko: Apparently, I was right to have my doubts.
Ken: Yeah, something didn't feel right. ......
[A bell begins ringing somewhere in the distance.]
Junpei: No way...
Yukari: Hey... Do you hear that? It sounds like a bell, but... Where's it coming from?
Takeharu Kirijo: Where's Ikutsuki? ...Well!? Why is he late!? He's got Aigis with him, doesn't he!?
Mitsuru: ......
Akihiko: ...Mitsuru.
Mitsuru: Everyone... Prepare for battle. We're heading for Tartarus.
Fuuka: Um... To do what?
Mitsuru: I don't know... But, that's where the sound is coming from. We have to find out what's going on.
[The party heads to the entrance of Tartarus. Ikutsuki and Aigis are already there.]
Akihiko: Ikutsuki-san!
Yukari: Aigis? Why are you here...?
Aigis: ......
Shuji Ikutsuki: She is here merely to fulfill her role--as a weapon.
Yukari: Huh...?
Junpei: Ikutsuki-san, what's this all about!?
Akihiko: You said the Dark Hour and Tartarus would disappear if we defeated the 12 Shadows. That's why we fought so hard! But, now--
Mitsuru: ...What is your intention? It was all a lie, wasn't it? You knew from the beginning that the Dark Hour wouldn't disappear.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Excellent deduction, Mitsuru. Unfortunately, your realization has come too late.
Yukari: No...
Ken: ...You tricked us!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Everything is as I planned... It is not unexpected that the Dark Hour and Tartarus remain. In fact, I never intended for you to rid the world of them. Quite the opposite, actually.
Fuuka: What do you mean?
Shuji IKutsuki: The 12 Shadows were parts of a whole... They were destined to be reunited. ...And that was accomplished in no small part, thanks to your efforts. Soon, Death, the almighty, shall arise and bring fourth the Fall...
Ken: ...Death?
Akihiko: What are you talking about!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: The end of all shall come and free this world from despair... The death of everything... but also the beginning.
Yukari: Wh-What is he saying...? Is he out of his mind...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Ten years ago... I, too, was a scientist for the project we've spoken of. The experiment went awry, but that is not why the Dark Hour and Tartarus were born. They manifested as a result of harvesting the Shadows' power--just as the experiment was designed to do. That is why your grandfather gathered so many Shadows... To bring about the Fall.
Mitsuru: That can't be.
Shuji Ikutsuki: People have filled the world, yet turned it into a void! The only hope of salvation lies in ruin! According to the prophecy... The Fall will be orchestrated by "the Prince." And once the Prince has delivered us all, he shall rule the new world as King! The man who tried it ten years ago failed. But I will not; I shall succeed!
Junpei: Man, he's totally lost it...
Shuji Ikutsuki: I apologize for deceiving you, but this was for your sake as well. If you follow me for just a little while longer, you, too, will find salvation.
Fuuka: You call that salvation!?
Yukari: ...I have a question for you.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Yes?
Yukari: In the video from my father... He said to defeat the Shadows... Was that a lie, too?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Ah... He did record that himself. ...Of course, I had to make some modifications.
Mitsuru: ...You doctored it!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: I corrected it. Your father was a superb scientist... He may not have known it, but I truly respected him. While others focused on the Shadows' abilities, he explored much more important things... But unfortunately, he could not comprehend the magnificent potential of the Fall...
Yukari: What...?
Mitsuru: He left that recording at the expense of his life.
Shuji Ikutsuki: It would seem so. ...But, it did prove rather useful, so I'm sure he's happy.
Yukari: So you were behind it all!? You used both me and my father!
Shuji Ikutsuki: "Used" is such an ugly word... It was for the sake of the world, so how could it be wrong?
Mitsuru: Our role is to correct the mistakes of the past... and we intend to do just that.
[Yukari pulls out her Evoker.]
Junpei: Hey, w-wait...
Shuji Ikutsuki: *sigh* ...How disappointing. I had hoped you would see the light. But, you are just children, after all. I suppose it can't be helped. Aigis! The time has come for you to fulfill your role. Capture them, and prepare them to be sacrificed!
[Ikutsuki pulls out a remote and presses something on it.]
Aigis: ...Understood.
[She leaps at the party as the scene fades out.]
[The camera pans up Tartarus and reveals the party members have been bound on crosses made from steel girders.]
> Gekkoukan High School, Observatory rooftop...
Takeharu Kirijo: What is going on here!?
[The party wakes up.]
Junpei: What the hell!?
Yukari: What is this!?
Fuuka: *gasp*
Mitsuru: Father!!
[Takeharu is standing in front of them, held by Aigis.]
Takeharu Kirijo: Ikutsuki... What is the meaning of this!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: It is just as it appears... They are to be sacrifices-- harbingers of the Fall. The arrangements are complete; the prophecy shall be fulfilled.
Akihiko: What!
JUnpei: You son of a bitch! I'm gonna rip your head off!
[Aigis raises one of her arms to Takeharu and cocks the gun.]
Mitsuru: ...!?
Takeharu Kirijo: You traitor! Are you insane!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Of course not. ...You know, your father was an unlucky man. Even you, his son, after all this time, do not understand his vision.
Takeharu Kirijo: My father was wrong. Death as deliverance... That is not an ideology anyone should ever embrace!
Shuji Ikutsuki: Fool...! You are but a nuisance now. ...Aigis!
[Aigis cocks her gun again.]
Mitsuru: Wait! Please, Aigis! Nooo!!
Aigis: ......
Shuji Ikutsuki: What are you doing, Aigis!?
[Aigis drops her arm.]
Aigis: I... am...
[Ikutsuki pulls out a gun and points it at Takeharu.]
Shujki Ikutsuki: *grunt* Ten years... I've wasted ten long years! I'm not like your father... I won't make any exceptions!
[Ikutsuki aims at Takeharu. Takeharu mananges to break out of Aigis's grasp and pull out a gun. Quickly aiming, both of them fire. After a few seconds, Takeharu slumps to the floor.]
Mitsuru: Father... Father!!
[Ikutsuki holds his side where Takeharu shot him.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Aigis... we'll end this. Execute the sacrifices, now!
[Aigis turns around and aims her arm guns at Main.]
Fuuka: Aigis!
Junpei: Dammit, snap out of it!
Shuji Ikutsuki: Finish them, Aigis!
[She starts firing as though she is shooting them, but the bonds holding them up drop down and the party drops to the ground.]
Akihiko: What the...
Shuji Ikutsuki: Dammit, you... you defective machine!
[He pulls out the remote.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: I'll do it myself!
[Suddenly Koromaru jumps out and grabs the remote from him.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: What the-- waah!
Ken: Koromaru!
[Ikutsuki backs up a little.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Hahah... You don't get it, do you? This useless, pathetic world will gradually fester over time! Only it's destruction can bring about its salvation!
[He points the gun at them.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Heh, and then, at long last... I will rule over the new world!
[He drops the gun back down to his side.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: I was so close...
[Taking a few steps backwards, he tumbles off the edge of Tartarus.]
Yukari: How did it come to this...?
[They turn and walk over to Mitsuru, who is crouched next to Takeharu.]
Mitsuru: One time, my father made a promise. He swore that he would atone for endangering our generation, even if it cost him his life... But, I... I wanted him to live... I... I became a Persona-user to protect him... *sob* *sob*
> Everyone was at a loss for words...
[The scene fades out.]
> All you could do was rest... So, you decided to return to the dorm and sleep.
***
11/5/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: What was Ikutsuki-san trying to say? He died before explaining the most important thing... I never thought he would be capable of doing such a thing.
***
11/8/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: Mitsuru-senpai seems like she's having a very difficult time... She can't seem to rely on any adults. Well, I guess that's because adults don't seem to be very reliable these days.
***
11/10/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I lost a parent, so I know how Mitsuru-senpai feels. I don't exactly know how I got over it, but... I still remember how I shut myself away from the world. Those were very dark days...
***
11/15/09
Dorm 2nd Floor, Daytime
Ken: Mitsuru-senpai and Akihiko-senpai have been leading us all this time, and even they don't know what to do... *sigh* What's going to happen...?
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Ken: You're probably saying, "Don't worry," right Koromaru? You're such a brave dog.
***
11/23/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: I wonder what Strega is... They couldn't have come from nowhere; someone must have created them. I wonder what that person was thinking... Couldn't he foresee that this would happen?
***
12/10/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Koromaru is so strong... He was at that shrine all by himself. ...I don't want to live in the past anymore. Shinjiro-san let me live for a purpose... ......
***
12/11/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: It'll be hard to go back to the way things were... How can we act normally, knowing what we know...?
***
12/13/09
Dorm 2nd Floor, Daytime
* Mitsuru: Everyone needs a break once in a while. Would you like to join us?
Yukari: No no no no, Senpai! Women only!
Ken: Hey, what about me and Korormaru...?
Fuuka: It's okay, boys and dogs don't count.
Ken: Hmph. I'm not a little kid, you know...
Koromaru: *pant* *pant*
Mitsuru: Sorry, you heard her. The decision has been made.
* Ken: But, it's pretty rare for you to be here, Mitsuru-senpai...
Mitsuru: I can't say it was merely a coincidence... I've never laughed with you all like this before... I just stopped by, that's all.
Yukari: We're glad you came... Right, Fuuka?
Fuuka: Of course. Please come more often.
Mitsuru: Well... M-Maybe I will...
Ken: ...Well, if you ask me, girl talk doesn't make any sense at all.
* Fuuka: I guess we better study just to be on the safe side. In fact, I'll be nervous if I don't.
Ken: Wow, Fuuka-san... You really are a dedicated student.
Yukari: I know what you mean... as much as I hate to admit it.
Mitsuru: That's fine. It's probably for the best. In fact, getting back into your routine might help you think more clearly.
* Yukari: Huh? Why am I not studying? Are you trying to spoil our fun? Can't we just relax for a while?
Mitsuru: Right. It won't make much difference at this point.
Yukari: W-Wait a minute... Are you saying it's hopeless? That's not very nice, Senpai.
* Koromaru: *pant* *pant*
> For some reason, he looks like he's smiling.
***
12/23/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: My mother and Shinjiro-san are both looking over me... so I can't give up. I'll do whatever it takes.
***
12/24/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I wonder why everyone wants to spend time with their loved ones so much... Christmas is still fun, even if you're alone...
***
1/1/10
At the Nagasaki Shrine
Junpei: Dude! I didn't say that! D-Dont make things up!
Ken: What...? But you...
***
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I couldn't ask before, but... is it true that all the girls in kimono go "commando"?
Main: {Yes, it's true.}
Ken: Not wearing underwear in the winter isn't very prudent.
{No, that's a lie.}
Ken: Oh, so it was a lie... I knew the girls wouldn't go outside without wearing underwear. Junpei-san is beginning the new year acting childish...
{That's a mystery.}
Ken: A mystery...? Come on, does it really matter if the girls do or don't wear underwear?
***
1/17/10
Dorm 2nd Floor, Evening
* Junpei: To tell ya the truth, the thought of fighting Nyx scares the shit outta me. But for some reason, when I look at Chidori's drawing, I feel more courageous. Ever since she sacrificed herself, I've seen life in a whole new way... I won't let anyone take that away.
Ken: Wow, Junpei-san... I always thought of you as a slacker... But now, you seem even more determined than Sanada-senpai.
Akihiko: Hey, isn't it a little early to be saying that? We'll see how long it lasts...
* Akihiko: For me and Shinji, our goal was to get rid of the Dark Hour. But now he's gone, and the rest is up to me... No matter what, I'm gonna put an end to this.
Ken: Yes... for Shinjiro-san's sake...
Junpei: We can do it, Akihiko-senpai! Let's get Nyx together!
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Akihiko: Yeah...
* Ken: The Dark Hour has taken so many things away from me. But, you guys have given me the greatest thing of all--friendship. So, I won't give up... I'll make sure the Dark Hour disappears.
Junpei: You said it, dude! I'm counting on you!
Akihiko: I'm sure Shinji is happy too, so hold on to that feeling...
***
1/28/10
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Wow, black coffee is really bitter. I heard that when I grow up, I'll acquire a taste for it. Do you think that's true?
Main: {Yeah, I think so.}
Ken: You're right... I don't know what I'm worrying about. Well, lets do out best so we can look forward to drinking coffee together.
{I don't know.}
Ken: You're right. No one knows about the future. Anyways, let's do our best.
***
1/31/10
In the Dorm Meeting Room, Evening
Ken: I must end the Dark Hour... for my mother, Shinjiro-san, and me. I will fight with my all. It's not for revenge; it's so we can live.
***
THIS IS NOT DONE FOR NOW, I'll be putting up more scenes in this post later, but lol I'm tired.
6/7/09
At the Naganaki Shrine
Yukari: Main-kun, this is Ken-kun, the boy I was talking about earlier.
Ken: Nice to meet you. My name is Ken Amada. Are you friends with Yukari-san and Junpei-san?
Junpei: Yep, you got it. He lives in the same dorm as me and Yuka-tan.
Ken: Really? I didn't know boys and girls could live in the same dorm.
Yukari: Umm, uhh, well... It's like...
Junpei: We're exceptions! We've got good reasons for sticking close...
Yukari: I talk to Ken-kun here a lot. He's a lot more reliable than Stupei.
Junpei: Geez, Yuka-tan, you're so mean... Besides, I'm way more mature than Ken. Don't you think?
Main: {You're more mature.}
Junpei: See!? You hear that, Yuka-tan? Even Main thinks I'm more mature than that kid!
{Ken's more mature.}
Junpei: S-Serious!? Why you guys always gotta be harshin' the tards...?
Ken: Yukari-san and Junpei-san often give me help. Especially Yukari-san! Her advice is very useful.
***
7/5/09
At the Naganaki Shrine
Yukari: Hey, Main-kun. Are you here to see Ken-kun too?
Main: {That's right.}
Yukari: Glad to hear it. It's good to see Ken-kun making more friends.
{I'm here to see you.}
Yukari: Really...? Why? We see each other every day at the dorm.
Junpei: Awww, the little guy looked sad, being here all alone. So I talked to him... Not on purpose, I mean.
Ken: Hello.
Main: {Why do you come here?}
Ken: No specific reason... I can just relax when I come here.
{How'd you three meet?}
Ken: Junpei-san came up to me first, actually. After that, Yukari-san came, and I'd sometimes talk to her too.
***
7/18/09
Shuji Ikutsuki: Oh, hello. I just stopped by to pick someone up. I might as well introduce you to him now.
[Ikutsuki calls to someone offscreen; Ken enters and stands next to him.]
Ken: Hello.
Yukari: Oh, hi, Ken-kun. What's up?
Akihiko: You know him...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: He doesn't leave during the break because of his... circumstances.
Yukari: Oh, I heard about that... Something about his parents...
Ken: It was only me and my mom, but she got in an accident, and she... she died. It happened two years ago.
Shuji Ikutsuki: ...Right now, one of his distant relatives is paying for his school expenses. But, staying at the elementary school dorm all by himself isn't proper for a child his age. So, I decided to move him to your dorm for the summer.
Yukari: To OUR dorm!? Do you really think that's a good idea!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Why, of course. He has the potential.
Akihiko: Then, he's the new candidate...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Yes... But, as you can see, he's still just an elementary school student. So, it is merely a possibility for now.
Akihiko: ......
Ken: Are you... Sanada-senpai?
Akihiko: Um... yeah.
Ken: I've heard a lot about you... You haven't lost a boxing match yet.
Akihiko: Yeah, well... It's nice to meet you. ......
***
7/25/09
Ken: ...Hello! My name is Ken Amada. I'll be staying here for a while. I'll try to stay out of everyone's way, so don't mind me.
***
7/27/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Sanada-senpai, you always wear those gloves when you fight, right? I heard you're undefeated with them on.
Akihiko: Yeah... It's no big deal, really...
***
7/31/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: You all stay up so late. I try to stay up as late as you guys, but I'm always the first one to fall asleep. What do you guys do when you're up so late?
Main: {Study.}
Ken: Wow... High school must be really hard.
{Goof off.}
Ken: Are you sure you should be doing that? If you stay up late goofing off, you're going to fall asleep during class.
{Adult activities.}
Ken: So, what are you saying, that I'm just a kid? Well, you're not that much older than me, you know.
***
8/1/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Huh? Oh, I'm drinking coffee. How do you drink your coffee, Main-san?
Main: {Black.}
Ken: I thought you would. Putting milk and sugar in your coffee is childish. See? I drink my coffee black, just like you.
{With milk and sugar.}
Ken: Hm, that's not bad either, but I prefer mine black.
{With hot sauce.}
Ken: Huh? H-Hot sauce? You mean, like hot sauce used to make your food spicy? You're just kidding, right? I mean, no one would put hot sauce in their coffee... would they?
***
8/16/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: I don't really like festivals. Does that make me weird?
Main: {Yeah.}
Ken: That's what everyone says. They say I should act more like a kid. But, I don't care what people say. I just don't like festivals.
{No.}
Ken: Oh... I'm a little surprised to hear that because everyone always says I'm weird. But, you're different, Main-san...
***
8/21/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime.
Ken: This is Yukari-san's magazine. It was just lying around so I took a look at it. Those clothes featured seem to be very expensive. You must need a lot of money to be a female.
***
8/24/09
[Ken exits the manga shop at Iwatodai Station when he hears some voices.]
Shinjiro: Dammit, I'm tired of your nagging.
Akihiko: I'm sorry, but I won't take no for an answer.
[Ken moves to the ledge and sees Shinjiro and Akihiko on the floor below him.]
Shinjiro: Well, the answer's still the same: I'm not coming back.
Akihiko: You know, another new Persona-user joined us... and he's not human.
Shinjiro: ...What?
Akihiko: It's a dog. He lost his master six months ago because of the Shadows. He's incredibly loyal... Up 'til now, he's been guarding the spot where his master was killed... despite the bad memories.
Shinjiro: ......
Akihiko: We saw someone die right before our eyes, too... But, it's been two years since then...
Shinjiro: ......
Akihiko: How long do you plan to beat yourself up over it? You're always at that spot behind the station, even though you don't hang out with the crowd there.
Shinjiro: It doesn't matter. It was my fault, and it can't be erased. What difference does it make if I come to terms with it? It won't change anything. This isn't the same as what happened to Miki.
Akihiko: Shinji...
Shinjiro: That's enough, already. I just want to forget it ever happened.
[Shinjiro walks away. The camera pans back up to Ken.]
Ken: Two years ago... ...... It can't be... ...... So his name is Shinji, huh...?
***
8/25/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I always felt like there was something I needed to do... But, I could never figure out what it was... Now, I know, and I'm ready to do it... My mind is made up.
***
8/28/09
[Everyone is in the meeting room.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Good, you're all here. Please come in.
[Ken enters.]
Ken: Sorry to interrupt.
Akihiko: You must be kidding...
Shuji Ikutsuki: After running several tests, we've learned that he has more then adequate potential. I called this meeting so that I could introduce him, since he'll be joining our squad.
Mitsuru: B-But Mr. Chairman, he's still in elementary school. Besides...
Shuji Ikutsuki: Besides... what? His ability is quite promising. With the proper training, he could be a big help.
Akihiko: But, is HE okay with it?
Ken: Actually, I asked to join. I believe I can be of some assistance... Now, I finally know why I was given this power.
Shuji Ikutsuki: ...So, as you can see, it was his own decision.
Ken: Nice to meet you all. I'll try not to get in anyone's way.
Aigis: Nice to meet you, too.
Akihiko: ......
Junpei: Hey, don't worry, kid. We got your back. It may be hard at times, but stick with it.
Ken: Yes, got it!
***
9/1/09
[Yukari, Junpei, Ken, and Koromaru are in the lounge. Main arrives.]
Yukari: ...Oh, you're back. Perfect timing. Hey, Fuuka, is Aigis ready?
[Fuuka and Aigis enter; Aigis is wearing a Gekkoukan student's uniform.]
Junpei: Ready for what?
Yukari: She said she wanted to go to school, so I said something to Mitsuru-senpai as a joke... But, the Chairman overheard and thought it was a good idea. So as of tomorrow, she'll be a junior.
Junpei: Seriously!? He's down with that?
Fuuka: Her said something about studying her behavior in a social environment...
Junpei: Well, as far as I'm concerned, it's a great idea... Just look at how cute she is in that uniform!
Aigis: The camouflage Fuuka-san has provided me with seems to be the appropriate size.
Ken: It looks very natural on you; no one will suspect a thing. But, why does he want you to go to school? It's not like there's anything special about it.
Aigis: With the commencement of the second semester, I intend to synchronize my schedule with the other members'. If I were to remain here on standby, it could delay our deployment. Therefore, I request to accompany our squad leader.
Yukari: Delay our deployment? Won't you going to school create more problems?
Aigis: I will make any necessary adjustments as problems arise.
Koromaru: Woof, woof!
Aigis: He said, "I want to go to school, too."
Yukari: Sorry, Koro-chan... You have to stay here.
Koromaru: *whimper*
***
9/2/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Shinjiro-senpai seems very strong. But, is he dependable? I mean, he was at that place, and... I guess I'm just not very trusting.
***
9/3/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: My Persona is good with light skills. Hama can take down any opponent in a second! W-Well... maybe not ANY opponent, but... Oh, and it's also pretty good with electricity skills... but not as good as Sanada-senpai's Persona.
***
9/13/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: Koromaru always seems so happy. I'm a little jealous of him. He can be satisfied just eating a meal. *sigh* I wish my life was that simple.
***
9/16/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: The Culture Festival is next weekend. But, there's a typhoon coming... so it might get cancelled. I probably wouldn't have gone to it anyway. I really don't like being around a lot of people right now.
***
9/20/09
[Main runs into the dorm and closes the door.]
> You are drenched from the rain. Your body is shivering...
Junpei: You weren't quick enough, huh?
[Main walks over to the couches where everyone else is gathered.]
Fuuka: According to the news, a typhoon just hit. Supposedly, it's the biggest one on record. It's moving slowly, too, so it'll be around for a while...
Junpei: Yeah, thanks to that, the school festival got canned. ...Well, setting all that stuff up is a pain, so I don't mind. But, it sucks that we'll be stuck indoors... So, how are you gonna spend your break?
Main: {I have plans.}
{Nothing special.}
{I forgot we had one.}
Junpei: Seriously? Dude, you're killin' me...
Junpei: What about you, Fuuka?
Fuuka: Me? The only thing I plan to do is go to the movies...
Junpei: Ooh, a movie? Is it a date...?
Fuuka: It-It's not like that. I'm going with Natsuki-chan. She absolutely loves movies... But with this typhoon, I don't know if we'll be able to go.
Junpei: How 'bout you, Yuka-tan? Will ya still have practice?
Yukari: ...I doubt it. The archery range is outside, so it's most likely canceled until the storm blows over.
Akihiko: Same here. This stupid typhoon is gonna mess up my training.
Junpei: What about you, Senpai?
Mitsuru: ...I haven't decided. Besides, what business is it of yours, Iori?
Junpei: Me? Well, I'd be happy to tell you about my plans...
Aigis: I suspect that you will be visiting Chidori-san. Although she has stabilized, we cannot release her.
Junpei: Man, Ai-chan, you must be psychic. And ya know what? She WANTS me to come! ...Not to brag or anything... I, um... just thought I should check up on her... Ya know, with the storm and all.
Akihiko: ...What's up with him?
Fuuka: Umm... Well... Oh, yeah! Ken-kun. What are you going to do during the break?
Ken: Oh, nothing in particular...
Junpei: Come on, you have to be doing something.
Ken: Well, I'll probably go visit the shrine.
Junpei: Dude, you're a kid, not an old man.
Ken: But, that's where I always go. I guess you could say I made a vow... Anyway, I'm going back to my room. I have a lot of homework to do...
Junpei: Oh, okay. Call me if you get stuck.
[Ken leaves.]
Akihiko: ......
Shinjiro: ......
***
9/21/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: That was a pretty big typhoon. I bet a lot of buildings were destroyed. Yukari-san and Fuuka-san were really scared during it... Were you scared during it too, Main-san?
Main: {Yeah, a little.}
Ken: ...I was a little scared too.
{No, not at all.}
Ken: That's what I thought. You're never scared of anything.
{I slept right through it.}
Ken: Oh, that's right...
***
10/4/09
[Ken is behind Port Island station. He has his spear out. Shinjiro enters.]
Ken: You came...
Shinjiro: ......
Ken: I'm surprised you abandoned the operation. ...Do you know why I asked you to meet me here? Two years ago today... October 4th. That was the day my mom died here. They called it an accident... but it wasn't. I saw the whole thing... You murdered her!!
Shinjiro: ......
Ken: ...Since then, it's been one bad thing after another... And all I get from people is sympathy, no matter where I go. What's the point in living...? I even thought about killing myself... but Mom wouldn't have wanted that. ...That's why I decided that I had to find her killer--YOU! You said once that you wanted to forget what happened on that day... So, when I found out it was a full moon today, I knew I had to confront you. ...Today, Mom is watching over me. I'll make you remember what you did to her! I'm gonna kill you!!
[He readies his spear.]
Shinjiro: ...... Do it.
***
Shinjiro: ...Do it. I won't stop you. You're right... I wanted to forget. That's why I left the group, and tried to suppress my power... But, nothing I did could erase the memory... And now, I find myself here--the last place I want to be.
Ken: ......
Shinjiro: It's my fault... This is what I deserve. But... let me give you one warning.
Ken: Warning...?
Shinjiro: If you decide to take my life, you'll end up like me. Just remember that...
Ken: Is that supposed to change my mind...?
Shinjiro: Even if all you have now is hatred, one day you'll regret it.
Ken: Shut up! That's a load of crap!!
Takaya: ...He is correct.
[Takaya enters from the other direction.]
Takaya: There is no reason for him to feel regret... That is the nature of revenge. Is it not permissible to kill those who are themselves killers?
Shinjiro: ...You.
Takaya: The loss of Chidori has posed a bit of a challenge for us... But, we cannot simply ignore your meddling.
[He pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: Do not fear. This life is but a stepping stone. Salvation shall be yours...
[Shinjiro moves forward.]
Shinjiro: What!?
Takaya: You cannot defy fate... You shall die... whether or not it is at the hand of this boy.
Shinjiro: ......
Takaya: You've been taking those pills for some time now... You don't have much longer.
Ken: What's he talking about!?
Shinjiro: That's bullshit!
Takaya: Listen to your body... You know it to be true.
Ken: What does he mean...? You're going to die...? ...No matter what I do? That's not fair!! All this time! I've been waiting for this!!
Takaya: The cause of death is not of importance. Besides, the breath of life is faint in you as well, child. ...After killing him, you were planning to join him, were you not?
Ken: ......
Takaya: Since you are both destined to perish, allow me to do the honors... A slight change in timing shouldn't matter too much.
Shinjiro: Go to hell!
[Shinjiro rushes at him; Takaya shoots him in the chest.]
Shinjiro: Ugh...! Agh...!
Ken: N-No...
[Takaya aims his revolver at Shinjiro's head.]
Takaya: Now then... With what life you have left, answer me this... There is one like Chidori among you, is there not? This has enabled you to locate and defeat those we wish to protect. Now tell me... Which one of you is it?
Shinjiro: Ugh... ah...
Ken: *gasp* ......
Takaya: ...What's the matter? Cat got your tongue?
Shinjiro: Th-There's... no one...
Ken: Wait! It-It's me!
Takaya: Is that true?
Ken: ...Yes. That's the only reason they let me join.
Shinjiro: Ken... no...!
[Takaya kicks him over.]
Shinjiro: Agh!!
Takaya: ...Quiet. You had your chance.
Ken: It doesn't matter anymore... I'll never have my revenge. ...I have no reason to live...
Takaya: ...I see. So, you have achieved resolution.
[He points his revolver at Ken.]
Takaya: How enviable... Then, you shall be first. Rest peacefully...
[Takaya fires his revolver at Ken. Shinjiro manages to get up in time and block the shot with his body.]
Takaya: What is the meaning of this? Why would you risk your life to save this child?
[Shinjiro turns to look at him as the rest of the party arrives.]
Akihiko: Shinji!
Takaya: How very disappointing...
[He runs off as the party gathers around Shinjiro.]
Shinjiro: (to Ken) What's with the long face... Isn't this what you wanted? *cough*
Fuuka: No! Senpai!
[Fuuka tries to help Shinjiro but he shrugs her off.]
Shinjiro: It's alright... Give yourself time, make your anger your strength... Come on, Ken, you're just a kid. You've got your whole life ahead of you, so don't waste it. Make it your own, okay?
Ken: But... I... I...
Shinjiro: Aki... Take care of him...
Akihiko: I will...
[Shinjiro manages to get to his feet.]
Shinjiro: This is how it should be...
[He takes a few steps away before collapsing onto the ground. Ken drops to his knees and pounds the ground as he cries.]
Ken: Noooo!!
[The scene fades out.]
***
10/6/09
[The scene changes to Ken, who is at the spot behind Port Island Station.]
Ken: ......
[Akihiko walks in.]
Akihiko: You look half dead. What are you doing here?
Ken: When Mom died protecting me, no one would believe the real reason for her death... To this day, it's still on file as an unexplained accident. That's why I wanted to make it clear... I thought that's what she would have wanted... Maybe then she'd finally be at peace... They said he died by some violent crime, right? No one knows the truth. ...Just like with Mom. And once again, I'll be left behind...
Akihiko: The dead are never coming back. You have to accept that. ...You're on your own now.
Ken: ......
Akihiko: I'm not here to drag you back... You can stay in this place until you die, if that's what you want. ...But, if you still have the will to fight, then come back and stand on your own two feet.
[Akihiko walks away.]
Ken: He's right...
[Ken turns around and hits the wall.]
Ken: I've known it all along; I've just been lying to myself... I was consumed by hatred... I couldn't face the thought of being alone... But... that's exactly what happened...
[He hits the wall a couple more times.]
Ken: All this time, I've just been running away... ...... I've made up my mind... Shinjiro-san... I'll see it through to the end.
The resolution in Ken's heart has awakened a new Persona...
[Nemesis appears above Ken, and changes into another Persona.]
Nemesis has given rise to Kala-Nemi!
[Kala-Nemi disappears.]
Ken: I'll be okay now, Mom... Goodbye...
[The scene shifts to the dorm lounge, where everyone else is gathered.]
Yukari: It's already been a day...
Mitsuru: ...Yes, it has.
Junpei: So, where's Akihiko-san?
Fuuka: He said to leave Ken-kun alone, but I don't know... Maybe we should look for him...
Mitsuru: (to Main) What's your opinion?
Main: {Let's start looking.}
Yukari: You think so, too...? He IS still a kid...
{Let him be.}
Mitsuru: So, you agree with Akihiko then...
{I'm not sure what to do.}
(No extra dialog.)
Fuuka: ...I can't wait any longer! I'm going right now to--
Koromaru: Woof, woof!
[Koromaru runs over to the door; Ken enters.]
Yukari: Ken-kun!?
[Yukari and Fuuka run over to Ken.]
Ken: ......
Fuuka: Thank goodness... I was so worried...
Ken: You were?
[Everyone else moves over to Ken.]
Mitsuru: Amada... Are you able to fight?
Ken: Yes. ...I won't run off again.
Junpei: You sure?
Ken: I'm positive.
Fuuka: It's alright... We can trust him...
Yukari: ...Geez, don't make us worry like that, okay?
Mitsuru: ...Alright. I'll talk to the Chairman. ...Get some rest.
***
Dorm 2nd Floor
Ken: I'm really sorry about what happened... You could've said no, but you let me come back... I'll make it up to you guys... Shinjiro-san too...
***
10/7/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I said my prayers, so I'm okay now. Grieving over a death and just feeling down are two completely different emotions... So, yeah... I'm okay...
***
10/11/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: To be honest, I was planning to go there today... but then I decided not to. If I keep living in the past, I'll never be able to move forward.
***
10/17/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: We don't have exams in elementary school, but I'll have to take them in middle school... Are they difficult?
Main: {Yes, they are.}
Ken: *sigh* That's depressing...
{No, not really.}
Ken: Really? Wow, that's good to hear...
{They're pure torture.}
Ken: H-Hey...! You're scaring me! You shouldn't say something like that in front of a little kid...
***
10/19/09
Ken: ...Hello! Your exams are over, right? Well, I'm ready to go to Tartarus when you are. I promise to do my best until the very end... I'll be fighting for him, too...!
***
10/21/09
Dorm 2nd Floor
Ken: I don't think I'll do anything special if the Dark Hour disappears. I'll be sure to tell my mother and Shinjiro-san about it, though. Hmm... If it does really happen... I want to see what it's like to be an ordinary elementary school student.
***
10/22/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I received a compliment from Ikutsuki-san the other day. He told me I was doing well for an elementary school student. That made me really happy.
***
10/25/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: This may sound like a strange question, but I have to ask it. Am I being helpful?
Main: {Yes, you are.}
Ken: Great! I want my mom and Shinjiro-san to be proud of me.
{You could do more.}
Ken: Then I will work harder. I want my mom and Shinjiro-san to be proud of me...
***
10/28/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: The end always makes people nervous... So, what about you, Main-san? Are you nervous?
Main: {A little.}
Ken: Yeah, me too. When I think about the Dark Hour disappearing... I get chills.
{Nope, not at all.}
Ken: You're amazing... No wonder you're the leader. I get chills when I think about the Dark Hour disappearing...
***
10/31/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Strega might be planning something. But, I don't care... I'm going to avenge Shinjiro-san...
***
11/2/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: This is it... I'm going to fight for my mom... and Shinjiro-san.
***
11/3/09
[Ikutsuki and the party are in the meeting room; Fuuka has Juno summoned.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) I found it. It's currently at the south end of the Moonlight Bridge. The 12th and final Shadow.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Hmmm. This is it...
Fuuka: (telepathically) And as we expected, there are two Persona-users nearby... Strega.
Mitsuru: They know this is their last chance. Even though we were expecting this, we should still be careful.
Ken: Those bastards...
Akihiko: Hmph. Saves us the trouble of looking for them.
Mitsuru: You've all done a fine job up to this point. This will be our last operation. Let's all come back safely.
> The final battle is here... The last Shadow and Strega await you. Strategy weighs heavily on your mind as you prepare to select your allies...
[Main selects his party members.]
Mitsuru: Well, then... We should be going.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Okay... Be careful.
Mitsuru: ...Let's go!
[The party moves out.]
> The final battle has arrived at last... But first, there are two powerful adversaries you must contend with. Moonlight Bridge, south end...
[The party arrives at the bridge to find Takaya and Jin.]
Takaya: You know the significance of today, do you not? You claim you hunt the Shadows to prevent the disaster they bring... Yet, countless lives are lost each day without their intervention... The power we wield is not itself evil... You cannot deny that. So why don't you just admit it? You do not wish to eliminate the Dark Hour... You are merely deceiving yourselves...
Main: {That's not true.}
Takaya: Look within yourselves and you shall see.
{Maybe so.}
(No extra dialog.)
{Who cares?}
Takaya: Who cares? Refusing to answer is the same as turning your back.
Takaya: You are indeed foolish children... Erasing the Dark Hour is the same as erasing yourselves. Tch. Is even that beyond your comprehension? As I believed, our goals are irreconcilable.
[Takaya pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: Jin...
Jin: Forget these maggots.
Takaya: Fate shall decide who will prevail. ...Come.
[The party begins fighting them.]
Takaya: Now, you shall be judged.
Jin: There's no cure for stupidity.
[Takaya takes some damage.]
Takaya: It appears you have more than just luck on your side! So be it!
[Takaya takes a lot of damage.]
Takaya: I never imagine that your power would rival ours... Astonishing... Perhaps I misjudged your strength.
[Takaya reaches critical condition.]
Takaya: Ugh... So, this is the power of those whose Persona awakened naturally...
[Jin takes some damage.]
Jin: Play time's over, kids. It's time for the real deal!
[Jin takes a lot of damage.]
Jin: Oh, you're gonna pay for this!
[Jin reaches critical condition.]
Jin: Shit... These guys are tougher than I thought!
[The party defeats both of them.]
Jin: Dammit... Is their power THAT different than ours...?
Mitsuru: Different?
Jin: For us, it's not that simple... It has to be forced out. Didn't your pal tell you?
Akihiko: So it was you who was giving Shinji those pills.
Jin: You guys don't have the slightest clue what will happen if the Dark Hour disappears, do you? It won't matter for normal people, since they don't remember anything anyway... But for us--
Takaya: That's enough. Now, then... Ordinarily, we'd withdraw... but not tonight.
[Takaya pulls out his revolver.]
Takaya: This body, as ephemeral as it is... It is worthless without my power.
[He puts the gun to his head.]
Takaya: Therefore, only one choice remains... I shall prove my existance here and now!
[Jin moves forward and pulls Takaya's arm away.]
Takaya: What are you doing!?
Jin: Don't be so reckless!
Takaya: Jin!?
Jin: ...Sorry. But... those are your words, not mine. (to the party) You win... Looks like you'll get your wish... Go do what you came for.
[The two of them back up to the railing.]
Junpei: Wait!!
Jin: I'd rather die than surrender to you! Take a good look! This is how we live!
[Both of them lean back and fall off the bridge.]
> Jin and Takaya disappeared into the blood-red sea below...
Yukari: They jumped...
Junpei: What the hell were they thinking!?
Akihiko: They chose their own fate. Don't let it faze you.
Mitsuru: ...The operation has only begun. Our true adversary is waiting... Focus on that, alright?
[They can see the Shadow in the sky up ahead.]
Fuuka: The Shadow up ahead is not moving at the moment. It'll be all over if you can defeat it.
[Main can reform his party; after doing so, they move ahead to the Shadow. It drops down to hover just above them.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) This is it... I'll do everything in my power to help you. Just promise me that you'll be careful!
[They begin the battle.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) I think that floating thing is your main target, but... It's out of your attack range... Give me a minute... I'll see what I can find out.
[The party manages to kill some of the statues below the Shadow.]
Fuuka: (telepathically) For some reason, those statues feel similar to that floating Shadow. They must be related somehow.
[The party destroys the statues and then defeats the Shadow.]
Yukari: ......
Junpei: ...Is it over?
Aigis: Operation completed. Or should I say, "Mission complete."
Mitsuru: Yes... It's finally over...
Aigis: I believe a celebration is in order. What will be our victory cheer?
Main: {Hip hip hooray!}
Aigis: 1... 2... 3... Hip hip hooray!
{Can we go home now?}
Aigis: 1... 2... 3... Can we go home now!?
[Everyone laughs.]
Yukari: Haha! What was that?
Junpei: So, um, Senpai... You're gonna throw us a party tomorrow, right?
Mitsuru: *sigh* You don't waste any time, do you? Well, I suppose I could arrange for it.
Junpei: Ooh! In that case, how 'bout sushi!?
Akihiko: Sushi, huh... It's been a while... Well, I've got dibs on the halibut and sea urchin!
Yukari: Oh, then I call the fatty tuna.
Fuuka: Um, we're divvying it up already? In that case, save me the salmon roe.
Junpei: Hey, wait a minute... You can't do that!
Aigis: I reserve the shrimp, squid, scallops, and sea eel.
Junpei: Hey! That's not fair! You don't even eat!
Ken: You should all be ashamed of yourselves, fighting over sushi. Senpai, please order tamago for me. They say you can tell a chef's skill by how he prepares eggs.
Yukari: Um, how old are you again?
Mitsuru: Okay, okay. I'll have the very best delivered tomorrow.
Junpei: For real!? Aw man, it's great to be alive!
Yukari: Don't get too excited, Junpei. You're getting the leftovers.
Junpei: What!? But, it was my idea in the first place!
[Everyone laughs again. Mitsuru turns to look up at the full moon.]
Mitsuru: ...I guess it's time to say goodbye to the Dark Hour. Even though it seemed like a curse, for some reason I'm reluctant to let it go.
[Everyone else turns to look at the moon.]
Akihiko: Yeah...
Yukari: We really did it, didn't we...?
Mitsuru: Yes... We saved the world, even if no ones knows it.
[The scene fades out.]
> ...... The battle is over. The Dark Hour has come to an end...
***
11/4/09
Evening
[Most of the party members are at the dorm lounge. The sushi is laid out on the
table.]
Junpei: Whoa... Nice spread.
Yukari: The slices are huge!
Junpei: Man, I'm starving... Can we eat?
Ken: Hey, where are Aigis-san and Ikutsuki-san?
Akihiko: He took her to the lab for a tune-up or something. He said they'd join us later.
Fuuka: *giggle* The Chairman just can't stay away from the lab, can he?
[The sounds of a car stopping and doors opening are heard outside.]
Mitsuru: That must be my father.
[They all walk over to the door. Takeharu and two Kirijo officials enter.]
Mitsuru: We've been waiting for you.
Takeharu Kirijo: So, it's over at last, huh...
Mitsuru: Yes.
Takeharu Kirijo: Congratulations, everyone. You've done well. There are no words to express my gratitude. Though you will never receive the recognition you deserve, it is undoubtedly a monumental achievement.
Akihiko: Thank you.
[Takeharu walks over to Yukari and takes her hand.]
Takeharu Kirijo: To you, I owe a special thanks... For lending us your power until the very end.
Yukari: Oh, it's... it's no big deal.
[Takeharu walks back to where he was standing.]
Takeharu Kirijo: The 12 Shadows that were the cause of all our troubles have been destroyed, thanks to your efforts. You needn't bear this burden any longer. You deserve a chance to experience the joys of youth. The Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad will be dissolved as of midnight tonight. No longer must you put your lives on the line in battle. Tomorrow, you can triumphantly return to a normal school life.
[The party looks around at each other.]
Takeharu Kirijo: ...Is something the matter?
Akihiko: Oh, it's nothing...
Mitsuru: Alright, everyone... It's time to celebrate. Your feast awaits you. There's no need to hold back; eat as much as you'd like.
Junpei: Sweet! I've been waiting for you to say that!
[Everyone moves over to the table. Fool Arcana to rank 7. Later, most of the food has been eaten.]
Junpei: Listen up, everyone... I have an idea... How 'bout we all take a picture?
[He pulls out a camera.]
Junpei: Actually, I tried to take one last night... but I forgot it wouldn't work during the Dark Hour.
Akihiko: You mean... you brought a camera with you into battle?
Junpei: Well, it was our LAST battle, after all.
[Junpei walks over to one of the Kirijo officials.]
Junpei: Hey, could ya take our picture?
Yukari: *sigh* I feel like such a tourist. But, I have to admit... I kinda want a picture, too.
[The man takes the camera and walks away.]
Junpei: Oh, wait... Ikutsuki-san and Aigis aren't here. ...I guess we'll have to take another one later. Alright, everyone get together.
[Takeharu and the party members gather in front of the door.]
Man in Black: Is everyone ready?
Junpei: You bet!
AKihiko: Knock it off.
Junpei: Awwww.
&ly;anime cutscene>
[The man is trying to take the picture. Junpei has his hand out in a bunny-ears pose.]
Fuuka: C'mon, quit fooling around, Junpei.
Akihiko: Knock it off, will ya?
[Junpei suddenly trips backwards and the picture is taken of the others looking at him tumble.]
[Everyone is back at the table. Only Junpei is still eating.]
Junpei: H-Hey, how come nobody's eating? Don't tell me you're full already!
Yukari: Are you kidding? I'm stuffed.
Fuuka: Me too... I couldn't eat another bite.
Junpei: How 'bout you, Senpai...?
Akihiko: I'm good for now.
Junpei: Alright.
[Koromaru walks over to Junpei.]
Junpei: Oh... Hungry, boy?
Yukari: Don't give the dog raw fish! You'll make him sick!
Koromaru: *whimper*
Junpei: I wonder what's taking those two so long...
[Junpei pulls out his phone to check the time.]
Junpei: It's almost midnight... ......
Dark Hour
[The Dark Hour suddenly begins. The two officals are now in coffins.]
Junpei: The hell...!?
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Junpei: I thought we ended the Dark Hour! Senpai, what's going on...!?
Mitsuru: I don't know.
Akihiko: Apparently, I was right to have my doubts.
Ken: Yeah, something didn't feel right. ......
[A bell begins ringing somewhere in the distance.]
Junpei: No way...
Yukari: Hey... Do you hear that? It sounds like a bell, but... Where's it coming from?
Takeharu Kirijo: Where's Ikutsuki? ...Well!? Why is he late!? He's got Aigis with him, doesn't he!?
Mitsuru: ......
Akihiko: ...Mitsuru.
Mitsuru: Everyone... Prepare for battle. We're heading for Tartarus.
Fuuka: Um... To do what?
Mitsuru: I don't know... But, that's where the sound is coming from. We have to find out what's going on.
[The party heads to the entrance of Tartarus. Ikutsuki and Aigis are already there.]
Akihiko: Ikutsuki-san!
Yukari: Aigis? Why are you here...?
Aigis: ......
Shuji Ikutsuki: She is here merely to fulfill her role--as a weapon.
Yukari: Huh...?
Junpei: Ikutsuki-san, what's this all about!?
Akihiko: You said the Dark Hour and Tartarus would disappear if we defeated the 12 Shadows. That's why we fought so hard! But, now--
Mitsuru: ...What is your intention? It was all a lie, wasn't it? You knew from the beginning that the Dark Hour wouldn't disappear.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Excellent deduction, Mitsuru. Unfortunately, your realization has come too late.
Yukari: No...
Ken: ...You tricked us!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Everything is as I planned... It is not unexpected that the Dark Hour and Tartarus remain. In fact, I never intended for you to rid the world of them. Quite the opposite, actually.
Fuuka: What do you mean?
Shuji IKutsuki: The 12 Shadows were parts of a whole... They were destined to be reunited. ...And that was accomplished in no small part, thanks to your efforts. Soon, Death, the almighty, shall arise and bring fourth the Fall...
Ken: ...Death?
Akihiko: What are you talking about!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: The end of all shall come and free this world from despair... The death of everything... but also the beginning.
Yukari: Wh-What is he saying...? Is he out of his mind...?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Ten years ago... I, too, was a scientist for the project we've spoken of. The experiment went awry, but that is not why the Dark Hour and Tartarus were born. They manifested as a result of harvesting the Shadows' power--just as the experiment was designed to do. That is why your grandfather gathered so many Shadows... To bring about the Fall.
Mitsuru: That can't be.
Shuji Ikutsuki: People have filled the world, yet turned it into a void! The only hope of salvation lies in ruin! According to the prophecy... The Fall will be orchestrated by "the Prince." And once the Prince has delivered us all, he shall rule the new world as King! The man who tried it ten years ago failed. But I will not; I shall succeed!
Junpei: Man, he's totally lost it...
Shuji Ikutsuki: I apologize for deceiving you, but this was for your sake as well. If you follow me for just a little while longer, you, too, will find salvation.
Fuuka: You call that salvation!?
Yukari: ...I have a question for you.
Shuji Ikutsuki: Yes?
Yukari: In the video from my father... He said to defeat the Shadows... Was that a lie, too?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Ah... He did record that himself. ...Of course, I had to make some modifications.
Mitsuru: ...You doctored it!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: I corrected it. Your father was a superb scientist... He may not have known it, but I truly respected him. While others focused on the Shadows' abilities, he explored much more important things... But unfortunately, he could not comprehend the magnificent potential of the Fall...
Yukari: What...?
Mitsuru: He left that recording at the expense of his life.
Shuji Ikutsuki: It would seem so. ...But, it did prove rather useful, so I'm sure he's happy.
Yukari: So you were behind it all!? You used both me and my father!
Shuji Ikutsuki: "Used" is such an ugly word... It was for the sake of the world, so how could it be wrong?
Mitsuru: Our role is to correct the mistakes of the past... and we intend to do just that.
[Yukari pulls out her Evoker.]
Junpei: Hey, w-wait...
Shuji Ikutsuki: *sigh* ...How disappointing. I had hoped you would see the light. But, you are just children, after all. I suppose it can't be helped. Aigis! The time has come for you to fulfill your role. Capture them, and prepare them to be sacrificed!
[Ikutsuki pulls out a remote and presses something on it.]
Aigis: ...Understood.
[She leaps at the party as the scene fades out.]
[The camera pans up Tartarus and reveals the party members have been bound on crosses made from steel girders.]
> Gekkoukan High School, Observatory rooftop...
Takeharu Kirijo: What is going on here!?
[The party wakes up.]
Junpei: What the hell!?
Yukari: What is this!?
Fuuka: *gasp*
Mitsuru: Father!!
[Takeharu is standing in front of them, held by Aigis.]
Takeharu Kirijo: Ikutsuki... What is the meaning of this!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: It is just as it appears... They are to be sacrifices-- harbingers of the Fall. The arrangements are complete; the prophecy shall be fulfilled.
Akihiko: What!
JUnpei: You son of a bitch! I'm gonna rip your head off!
[Aigis raises one of her arms to Takeharu and cocks the gun.]
Mitsuru: ...!?
Takeharu Kirijo: You traitor! Are you insane!?
Shuji Ikutsuki: Of course not. ...You know, your father was an unlucky man. Even you, his son, after all this time, do not understand his vision.
Takeharu Kirijo: My father was wrong. Death as deliverance... That is not an ideology anyone should ever embrace!
Shuji Ikutsuki: Fool...! You are but a nuisance now. ...Aigis!
[Aigis cocks her gun again.]
Mitsuru: Wait! Please, Aigis! Nooo!!
Aigis: ......
Shuji Ikutsuki: What are you doing, Aigis!?
[Aigis drops her arm.]
Aigis: I... am...
[Ikutsuki pulls out a gun and points it at Takeharu.]
Shujki Ikutsuki: *grunt* Ten years... I've wasted ten long years! I'm not like your father... I won't make any exceptions!
[Ikutsuki aims at Takeharu. Takeharu mananges to break out of Aigis's grasp and pull out a gun. Quickly aiming, both of them fire. After a few seconds, Takeharu slumps to the floor.]
Mitsuru: Father... Father!!
[Ikutsuki holds his side where Takeharu shot him.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Aigis... we'll end this. Execute the sacrifices, now!
[Aigis turns around and aims her arm guns at Main.]
Fuuka: Aigis!
Junpei: Dammit, snap out of it!
Shuji Ikutsuki: Finish them, Aigis!
[She starts firing as though she is shooting them, but the bonds holding them up drop down and the party drops to the ground.]
Akihiko: What the...
Shuji Ikutsuki: Dammit, you... you defective machine!
[He pulls out the remote.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: I'll do it myself!
[Suddenly Koromaru jumps out and grabs the remote from him.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: What the-- waah!
Ken: Koromaru!
[Ikutsuki backs up a little.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Hahah... You don't get it, do you? This useless, pathetic world will gradually fester over time! Only it's destruction can bring about its salvation!
[He points the gun at them.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: Heh, and then, at long last... I will rule over the new world!
[He drops the gun back down to his side.]
Shuji Ikutsuki: I was so close...
[Taking a few steps backwards, he tumbles off the edge of Tartarus.]
Yukari: How did it come to this...?
[They turn and walk over to Mitsuru, who is crouched next to Takeharu.]
Mitsuru: One time, my father made a promise. He swore that he would atone for endangering our generation, even if it cost him his life... But, I... I wanted him to live... I... I became a Persona-user to protect him... *sob* *sob*
> Everyone was at a loss for words...
[The scene fades out.]
> All you could do was rest... So, you decided to return to the dorm and sleep.
***
11/5/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: What was Ikutsuki-san trying to say? He died before explaining the most important thing... I never thought he would be capable of doing such a thing.
***
11/8/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: Mitsuru-senpai seems like she's having a very difficult time... She can't seem to rely on any adults. Well, I guess that's because adults don't seem to be very reliable these days.
***
11/10/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I lost a parent, so I know how Mitsuru-senpai feels. I don't exactly know how I got over it, but... I still remember how I shut myself away from the world. Those were very dark days...
***
11/15/09
Dorm 2nd Floor, Daytime
Ken: Mitsuru-senpai and Akihiko-senpai have been leading us all this time, and even they don't know what to do... *sigh* What's going to happen...?
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Ken: You're probably saying, "Don't worry," right Koromaru? You're such a brave dog.
***
11/23/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Daytime
Ken: I wonder what Strega is... They couldn't have come from nowhere; someone must have created them. I wonder what that person was thinking... Couldn't he foresee that this would happen?
***
12/10/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Koromaru is so strong... He was at that shrine all by himself. ...I don't want to live in the past anymore. Shinjiro-san let me live for a purpose... ......
***
12/11/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: It'll be hard to go back to the way things were... How can we act normally, knowing what we know...?
***
12/13/09
Dorm 2nd Floor, Daytime
* Mitsuru: Everyone needs a break once in a while. Would you like to join us?
Yukari: No no no no, Senpai! Women only!
Ken: Hey, what about me and Korormaru...?
Fuuka: It's okay, boys and dogs don't count.
Ken: Hmph. I'm not a little kid, you know...
Koromaru: *pant* *pant*
Mitsuru: Sorry, you heard her. The decision has been made.
* Ken: But, it's pretty rare for you to be here, Mitsuru-senpai...
Mitsuru: I can't say it was merely a coincidence... I've never laughed with you all like this before... I just stopped by, that's all.
Yukari: We're glad you came... Right, Fuuka?
Fuuka: Of course. Please come more often.
Mitsuru: Well... M-Maybe I will...
Ken: ...Well, if you ask me, girl talk doesn't make any sense at all.
* Fuuka: I guess we better study just to be on the safe side. In fact, I'll be nervous if I don't.
Ken: Wow, Fuuka-san... You really are a dedicated student.
Yukari: I know what you mean... as much as I hate to admit it.
Mitsuru: That's fine. It's probably for the best. In fact, getting back into your routine might help you think more clearly.
* Yukari: Huh? Why am I not studying? Are you trying to spoil our fun? Can't we just relax for a while?
Mitsuru: Right. It won't make much difference at this point.
Yukari: W-Wait a minute... Are you saying it's hopeless? That's not very nice, Senpai.
* Koromaru: *pant* *pant*
> For some reason, he looks like he's smiling.
***
12/23/09
In the Dorm Lounge, Evening
Ken: My mother and Shinjiro-san are both looking over me... so I can't give up. I'll do whatever it takes.
***
12/24/09
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I wonder why everyone wants to spend time with their loved ones so much... Christmas is still fun, even if you're alone...
***
1/1/10
At the Nagasaki Shrine
Junpei: Dude! I didn't say that! D-Dont make things up!
Ken: What...? But you...
***
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: I couldn't ask before, but... is it true that all the girls in kimono go "commando"?
Main: {Yes, it's true.}
Ken: Not wearing underwear in the winter isn't very prudent.
{No, that's a lie.}
Ken: Oh, so it was a lie... I knew the girls wouldn't go outside without wearing underwear. Junpei-san is beginning the new year acting childish...
{That's a mystery.}
Ken: A mystery...? Come on, does it really matter if the girls do or don't wear underwear?
***
1/17/10
Dorm 2nd Floor, Evening
* Junpei: To tell ya the truth, the thought of fighting Nyx scares the shit outta me. But for some reason, when I look at Chidori's drawing, I feel more courageous. Ever since she sacrificed herself, I've seen life in a whole new way... I won't let anyone take that away.
Ken: Wow, Junpei-san... I always thought of you as a slacker... But now, you seem even more determined than Sanada-senpai.
Akihiko: Hey, isn't it a little early to be saying that? We'll see how long it lasts...
* Akihiko: For me and Shinji, our goal was to get rid of the Dark Hour. But now he's gone, and the rest is up to me... No matter what, I'm gonna put an end to this.
Ken: Yes... for Shinjiro-san's sake...
Junpei: We can do it, Akihiko-senpai! Let's get Nyx together!
Koromaru: Woof! Woof!
Akihiko: Yeah...
* Ken: The Dark Hour has taken so many things away from me. But, you guys have given me the greatest thing of all--friendship. So, I won't give up... I'll make sure the Dark Hour disappears.
Junpei: You said it, dude! I'm counting on you!
Akihiko: I'm sure Shinji is happy too, so hold on to that feeling...
***
1/28/10
In the Dorm Lounge
Ken: Wow, black coffee is really bitter. I heard that when I grow up, I'll acquire a taste for it. Do you think that's true?
Main: {Yeah, I think so.}
Ken: You're right... I don't know what I'm worrying about. Well, lets do out best so we can look forward to drinking coffee together.
{I don't know.}
Ken: You're right. No one knows about the future. Anyways, let's do our best.
***
1/31/10
In the Dorm Meeting Room, Evening
Ken: I must end the Dark Hour... for my mother, Shinjiro-san, and me. I will fight with my all. It's not for revenge; it's so we can live.
***
THIS IS NOT DONE FOR NOW, I'll be putting up more scenes in this post later, but lol I'm tired.