Children of Mana script

Script

Opening Scene

'Tis a tale of long ago, when the Mana Tree was newly born. Illusia Isle floated the middle of a sea in the center of the world. Above it towered the great Mana Tree. I'm sure you've heard many stories about the Mana Tree and the Sword of Mana. The story you're about to hear tells of the only time the holy sword ever dared to defy Mana. This is how it all began…

[FERRIK'S OPENING GAMBIT STARTS]

(Ferrik is speaking to Moti inside his house after his sword training.)

Moti: That will be all for today.

Ferrik: Moti, could you teach me more often? I want to train more so I can get better fast!

Moti: Hahaha. Those fiery eyes... They look just like your father's.

Ferrik: Oh?

Moti: Your father was a captain in the Holy Infantry of Wendel. He was a fearless swordsman–

Ferrik: That's right. And I want to be a swordsman just like him. That's why I need more training!

Moti: There's no need for impatience. In the catalcysm ten years ago, monsters swarmed the land. The world today is very different.

Ferrik: Yeah, but–

Moti: Train to hard and you'll injure yourself. No more lessons for today.

Ferrik: Fine. I guess I'll go see what Tess is up to.

Moti: Wait just a moment. It's almost time for Tess to go and offer prayers at the Tree of Mana. You mustn't keep her from her duties.

Ferrik: Prayer? There must be no harm in skipping them now and then.

Moti: The prayers to the Mana Tree are a sacred ritual to give thanks to the Mana goddess. Skipping them is not an option.

Ferrik: Well, if you put it like that...

Moti: Do not bother Tess. Understand?

Ferrik: All right. I won't. Well, I'll see you next time! Bye, Moti!

[FERRIK'S OPENING GAMBIT ENDS]

[TAMBER'S OPENING GAMBIT STARTS]

(Tamber enters Mana Village, Granny Hannah waiting for her.)

Granny Hannah: Ah, you're back, Tamber.

Tamber: Granny Hannah! You've been waiting here for me?

Granny Hannah: Well, I did ask you to go into the woods for me, after all. I'm so sorry.

Tamber: Don't mention it! It was the perfect morning walk.

Granny Hannah: I'm sure it was, but–

Tamber: Besides, you're alway taking good care of me. This is the least I can do. Here, these are the herbs you wanted.

Granny Hannah: Oh, thank you. They should help soothe my old wounds.

Tamber: From the cataclysm ten years ago?

Granny Hannah: Yes, when a beast attacked me. The pain still comes back from time to time.

Tamber: If they start hurting again, you let me know. I need you here for a long time to come. I want you to live the long life my parents couldn't.

Granny Hannah: You're so kind, dear. Say, why don't you come to my place for some tea?

Tamber: I'm sorry, Granny. I have to go see Tess.

Granny Hannah: Tess?

Tamber: She asked me to gather some plants for her research. I have to deliver them to her.

Granny Hannah: Wait just a minute, there. It's almost time for Tess to go and offer prayers at the Tree of Mana.

Tamber: Oh, right...

Granny Hannah: The prayers to the Mana Tree are a sacred ritual to give thanks to the Mana goddess. You musn't get in her way.

Tamber: I know, I won't get in her way. I'll see you later, Granny!

Granny Hannah: Thank you for the herbs, dear.

[TAMBER'S OPENING GAMBIT ENDS]

[WANDERER'S OPENING GAMBIT STARTS]

(Wanderer is speaking with Millionaire in his store.)

Wanderer: I've taken everything to the port storage, as you requested.

Millionaire: That's it for today. Good work!

Wanderer: Whew... you certainly know how to treat a niccolo hard.

Millionaire: If you don't work, you shan't eat! You should be grateful that I'm giving you work.

Wanderer: I am. You've always taken good care of me through thick and thin.

Millionaire: We've both gone through a lot since we've lost everything in the catalysm ten years ago...

Wanderer: We certainly have.

Millionaire: Maybe it's time you stop your wandering and just settled down on this island. What do you say?

Wanderer: I'll give it some thought. I do like this place...

Millionaire: Any plans for tonight? Can you stay for dinner?

Wanderer: Actually, I have to go see Tess.

Millionaire: Tess?

Wanderer: I found a pretty seashell at the port. I want to give it to her.

Millionaire: Wait a minute. Tess should be on her way to go offer her prayers.

Wanderer: Prayers?

Millionaire: The prayer to the Mana Tree are a sacred ritual to give thanks to the Mana goddess, so don't bother her.

Wanderer: I won't bother her. I'm just giving her a seashell. I'll see you soon!

Millionaire: Don't be late for work tomorrow!

[WANDERER'S OPENING GAMBIT ENDS]