How to read this thing.
Well, it's pretty straightforward. The script is divided into parts as seen
in the contents.
<> Signifies a choice, where the player must choose one option or
the other. The choices will follow, enclosed in <<>>. The choices and their
outcomes will be shown one by one, and the choice will end when signified by
<>.
An asterisk means when you engage in conversation with another person that
is not automatic. The asterisk is often followed by a name, or a description
of the person being talked to. If the name is followed by second, third
time, etc., this means that the person says something different each time
they are talked to. Card next to their name means they say that when talked
to with the Square button. Change rules dialogue has not been included in
this script.
<> Means an action that happens. These are often automatic.
Scene: Balamb Garden-Infirmary. Squall lies in bed as Dr. Kadowaki watches over him. Squall wakes and sits up in his bed.
Dr. Kadowaki
"How are you feeling?"
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<<(My forehead hurts)>>
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"......Ok."
Dr. Kadowaki
"Take it easy next time, you hear?"
<<(My forehead hurts)>>
"...My forehead hurts."
Dr. Kadowaki
"No kidding."
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Dr. Kadowaki
"Looks like your eyes are focusing."
"You should be fine. Say your name for me."
Dr. Kadowaki
"Why don't you take it easy in training? Next time you might not be so
lucky."
Squall
"Tell that to Seifer."
Dr. Kadowaki
"That Seifer...Won't listen to anyone."
"Why don't you ignore him?"
Squall
"I can't just run away."
Dr. Kadowaki
"You wanna be cool, huh? Well, don't get hurt in the process."
"Let's see, your instructor is..."
"Quistis! I'll call her now. Just wait here a minute."
Dr. Kadowaki
"Quistis? Come get your student."
"Yes, yes..."
"His injury's not serious. It'll probably leave a scar."
"......Right. Now please come by."
"Squall...so we meet again."
FMV Sequence. Quistis enters the infirmary and sees Squall lying on the bed.
She closes her eyes and sighs deeply. She then smiles at Squall.
Quistis
"I knew it'd be either you or Seifer!"
"Come on, let's go. Today's the field exam."
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Scene: Balamb Garden-Centre/Infirmary Hallway. Quistis and Squall walk down
the hallway.
Quistis
"Squall. Is there something on your mind?"
Squall
"...Not really."
Quistis
"...Not really."
"Hahaha!"
Squall
"What's so funny?"
Quistis
"Funny? No, no, it's not that! I'm just happy."
"I feel like I'm beginning to understand my student a little. That's all."
Squall
"I'm more complex than you think."
Quistis
"Then tell me."
"Tell me more about yourself."
Squall
"It's none of your..."
Quistis
"...Business!"
FMV Sequence. Many of the SeeD cadets wander down the hallways and across
the courtyards. The next shot shows the exterior of Balamb Garden.
Scene: Balamb Garden-Classroom. Quistis and Squall enter. The students,
including Squall go and sit down.
Quistis
"Good morning, class."
"Let's start with today's schedule."
"There seems to have been some rumours flying around about yesterday..."
"Yes, the field exam for SeeD candidates will begin later this afternoon."
"Those not participating and those who failed last week's written test are
to remain here in study hall."
"Field exam participants will have free time until the exam."
"Just be sure you're in top condition."
"Meet in hall at 1600 hours. I'll announce the team assignments there."
"Any questions?"
"Oh, and Seifer!"
"Do NOT injure your partner while training."
"Be careful from now on."
"Field exam participants, I will see you all later."
Quistis
"And Squall, I need to talk to you."
*Squall (inspects the study panel)
(Let's see...)
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(Turn on the power and...)
(...What a pain)
<<(Turn on the power and...)>>
<<(...What a pain)>>
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Balamb Garden Network MAIN INDEX
TUTORIAL NEW!
THE BASICS
ABOUT GARDEN
A MESSAGE FROM GARDEN
GARDEN SQUARE
THE SCHOOL FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
Balamb
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confirmed.
GF Data
For [Squall]
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GF registered under
[Squall] are:
[GF Quezacotl]
[GF Shiva]
The TUTORIAL covers all aspects of gameplay. This TUTORIAL can also be
accessed through the regular menu at anytime during the game.
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[Para-Magic]
'Magic' used by ordinary people is actually 'para-magic'. In essence, it is
a technique which involves controlling energy.
'Para-magic' was developed by Dr. Odine. He was the first scientist to
research the nature of magic by studying a sorceress.
The skill can be gained through proper training. However, with magic, it is
difficult to achieve power levels that are comparable to conventional
weapons.
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[GF (Guardian Force)]
A GF is an independent energy force. By combining it with para-magic, it is
possible to control tremendous energy. Memory loss is a possible side
effect, but this has not been proven as of yet.
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[Sorceresses and Magic]
A woman who has inherited the power of a sorceress. The origins of the
sorceress go back to ancient times during Hyne's reign. However, there is no
factual evidence.
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[Classroom]
-Students should be in their seats and waiting for the instructors 5 minutes
before class.
-When class is over, proceed quietly to your next class.
-Food, weapons and magic are prohibited.
-Study panels are shared. Handle with care.
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[Training Centre]
-Proceed with caution. There are real monsters in the training centre.
-It is open 24 hours. Entering the grounds for reasons other than training
is prohibited.
-Do not engage in battles beyond your abilities.
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[Infirmary]
-Visit the infirmary if you have and health concerns or problems.
-No items may be taken from the infirmary without permission.
-Follow the doctor's instructions.
-Resident Physician: Doctor Kadowaki.
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[Library]
-Open Hours
9:00 a.m.-lights out.
-Library Usage
All materials are open to the public. You may check out materials at the
desk.
-Remain quiet at all times.
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[Dormitory]
-Everybody is welcome to apply.
-SeeDs have priority for single rooms.
-Going out after-hours for reasons other than training is prohibited.
-Do not leave personal possessions in common areas.
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[Cafeteria]
-Open Hours
9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
-Keep the area clean.
-If late-night meals are required, order them beforehand.
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-Work hard
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-Play hard
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-In general, there is no dress code in Balamb Garden. However, dress
accordingly if instructed to do so by your superiors.
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-The headmaster presents official commendations to outstanding students.
-Students who engage in violent acts, sexual promiscuity, or who fall behind
in their curriculum, etc. may be expelled from Garden.
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-The skills acquired in the Garden must never be used for personal gain.
-Refrain from committing any acts that may damage the Garden's reputation.
-Take time to think things through before starting a relationship.
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-Procedures in case of an emergency: If you are on 2F, use the emergency
exit next to the classroom. If you are on 1F, exit through the front gate.
All students must take care of junior classmen during emergencies.
-Do not use the lift during an emergency.
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-All students should be in their dorm rooms after-hours unless at the
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-Applicants between ages 5-15 are admitted.
-All hard-working and confident youths are welcome.
-Ambitious overachievers are also welcome.
-Applicants are admitted only after passing a final interview.
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-Must be between 15-19 years of age.
-One must have all the required skills and knowledge taught through the
Garden courses.
-One must have the headmaster's approval to graduate.
-At age 20, regardless of graduation all students are released from the
Garden.
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-The Garden supports a program that helps graduates enlist in armies all
over the world.
-Instructors are SeeDs are permitted to remain at the Garden. However,
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-Balamb Garden Headmaster
Cid Kramer
-Balamb Garden Proprietor
Master NORG
-Balamb Garden was the first Garden built in accordance with Headmaster
Cid's ideals and dreams.
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-A Garden in the Trabia region. There is an exchange program between Trabia
and Balamb Garden.
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-A Garden in the Galbadia Republic. It is the largest Garden of the three.
Galbadia Garden's master, Martine, who is also the headmaster, has setup a
program to recruit Balamb graduates into the Galbadian Army.
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-Balamb Garden's mercenaries. Commanding GF, they have special fighting
abilities. They work hard in small teams and operate all over the world.
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-SeeDs are deployed all over the world. Their services are requested by
governments and even civilians. Their tasks range from providing military
support to protecting civilians.
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-Students can apply after the age of 15. Passing the written test and
completing an official mission are required to become a SeeD. SeeDs are paid
according to rank.
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Garden Events
Cafeteria Announcements
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Entrance Ceremony
SeeD Exam (Written/Field)
Summer Garden Festival
Summer Vacation
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Winter Winter Vacation
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*The competition for the hot dogs and meals is really getting out of hand.
We are doing our best to provide everyone with enough food, so please be
patient and conduct yourselves in an orderly fashion. Thank you. As you well
know, magic and weapons are prohibited inside the cafeteria.
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*Follow all disciplinary committee rules. This applies to junior classmen,
too.
*Do not bring animals inside the Garden.
*Report seeing any unusual bugs in the Garden.
*Do not litter.
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*The following materials are overdue. Please return them to the library
immediately.
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"Insect Guidebook (Colour Edition)"
Raijin
"Goodbye Pupurun"
Raijin
The following requested materials have arrived.
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"Edible Flowers"
"Turbine Engines (Revised Edition)"
"We Meet Again, Pupurun"
"The Sorceress' Knight (Scenario Edition)"
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-Your opinions are important to make our Garden a better place. Write them
down and place them in the drop box.
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*I got first!
Trepies forever, baby.
Man, I wanna go out with her.
Trepe Groupie #1
*Hey! Trepe Groupie #1,
you gotta name, dumbass?
*I'm gonna kick your ass. What's your name?
*Oh I'm so scared. I'm sooo scared! Big loser.
*I should kick both of your sorry asses.
This is not for your silly games, got it?
Xu
*I don't want the disciplinary committee to
get on my case, so I'm not writing my name.
J.I.
*What? Who's J.I.? Who are you?
Almasy
*See? They're so nosy.
Good thing I went with my initials.
J.I.
*I'll go with initials, too.
Hey, does anyone know if the new hot dogs
are good? I haven't tried them yet.
Z.D.
*Oh yeah! They're the best!
Man, you're missing out.
M.S.
*Damn...I missed it again.
Z.D.
*Hey Z.D., you have your exam today,
right? Good luck, man!
M.S.
*Z.D., I hope you do well on your exam.
Be careful, all right.
Librarian
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Thanks for looking at this page. But there won't be any updates for a while.
That's because I, the Garden Festival chair will be leaving Garden. I did
not strive to be a SeeD, and I won't even graduate. I devoted all my time to
the Garden Festival, my passion...
But in the end, there was no Garden Festival. That's 'cause no one
volunteered to help out. But I have only myself to blame. I thought I alone
could pull it off.
I'll be starting a new life, but I sincerely hope someone will take over the
Garden Festival committee!
Good-bye Balamb Garden!
Wimbly Donner
(...Phew)
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<<(I'm done)>>
<<(...One more time)>>
<<(I'm done)>>
<<(...One more time)>>
*Trepie
"You better show some courtesy to Instructor Trepe."
*Trepie
"It's an honour to be called over by Instructor Trepe."
*Trepie
"Try to smile a little when you're talking to the instructor."
Quistis (if you try to leave)
"Squall, where are you going? I thought I told you I needed to talk to you."
*Quistis
"You haven't been to the [Fire Cavern] yet, have you?"
"You won't be able to take part in today's SeeD exam if you don't pass the
prerequisite."
Squall
(...I was gonna go this morning, but Seifer...)
Quistis
"Hm? Do you have a good excuse?"
Squall
"...Not really."
Quistis
"Then let's get going."
"If you're not too confident yet, you can review your studies at the [study
panel]."
"I'll be waiting at the [front gate], so come down when you're ready."
"You can access the [study panel] from [your seat]."
*Trepie
"I...I'm so jealous! Maybe I should take up that subject, too..."
*Trepie
"Should anything happen to Instructor Trepe, the 'Trepies' will get you
back!"
*Trepie
Alone with Instructor Trepe..."
Scene: Balamb Garden-Classroom/Elevator Hallway. As Squall heads down the
hallway, a voice is heard.
"I'm late, I'm late, I'm LATE!!!"
"Waaah!"
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"There."
"Tee-hee, I'm fine."
"Sorry. I was kinda in a hurry."
"Oh yeah! Hey, did you just come from that class?"
"Is......registration over?"
"Woo...Oh, nooo..."
"This place is soooo much bigger than my last Garden!"
"Oh, hey, hey."
"I just transferred here. Do you think you could give me a quick tour of
this Garden?"
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Squall
"Sure."
"Whoo-hoo! Alright, let's go!"
Squall
"We'll take the lift to the 1F lobby and I'll show you the [directory]."
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Squall
"Don't have the time."
"Oh, bummer. That's too bad."
"Well, see ya."
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Elevator Hallway 2F
*Standing Man
"Oh, hey, would you like to have these?"
"My brother gave me these cards but they're really not my thing. You can
have them if you'd like."
"What? How do you play a card game?"
"Hmmm, I think it'd be best to look at the card game explanation in the
Tutorial. I don't know much about it, really."
"If you want to play cards with someone, talk to them by pressing Square.
But keep in mind, not everyone is a card player."
"Oh, and by the way, I don't play, so don't bother challenging me."
Received 7 [Cards]!
*Standing Man (second time and onwards)
"Hi. You have that SeeD exam to day, right?"
"And you still haven't gone to the [Fire Cavern]?"
"Are you just taking it easy?"
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"Oh...(Confident as always...)"
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"Oh...Well, take care..."
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Scene: Balamb Garden-Centre South
Squall (If the girl has come with you)
"That's the directory."
Squall
"Well, this is it."
"Balamb Garden is pretty big. It's a good idea to check where you want to
go, and select it here."
"I have a question!"
"How do you use this?"
Squall
"Move the cursor and press Cross to select."
"Next, I'll give a quick explanation of the various facilities."
"Yes, sir!"
Squall
"You'll find the dormitory to the north."
"The majority of the students live in the dorms."
"There aren't that many students who commute."
"Yeah, I'm in the dorms, too!"
Squall
"You can rest and change in there."
"West of the North Block is the cafeteria."
"There's always a big rush for the hot dogs. You better get used to waiting
in line."
"Got it!"
Squall
"East of the North Block is the Car Park."
"We usually take the Garden car when a mission comes up."
The front gate is located to the south..."
(That's right...I have to go meet Instructor Trepe at the front gate.)
"Hm? What's the matter?"
Squall
"Nothing..."
"Next, we have the quad, located in the West Block."
"There's an event being planned there..."
"I know! I know! It's the Garden Festival!"
"It's going to be great! I'm planning to be on the committee!"
"You wanna help out, too!?"
Squall
"Let's just continue."
"South of the West Block is the infirmary."
"This is where you get treated for your injuries, but a lot of students just
come here for advice."
"What's the doctor's name?"
Squall
"Doctor Kadowaki."
"Now the East Block."
"This is the training centre. It's the only facility open at night."
"It's used for training, and they have real monsters running loose here."
"If you don't take it seriously, you may end up dead. Just be careful."
"(gulp)...Okay."
Squall
"South of the East Block is the library."
"There's a lot of material you can look up here, but the terminals in the
classroom are a lot more efficient."
"And you already know about the classroom on the 2F, right?"
"Yep, I remember that one."
Squall
"By the way, the headmaster's office is located on the 3F. You need
permission to get in."
"Another question. What's the headmaster's name?"
Squall
"Headmaster Cid."
"That's about it. Anything else?"
"Got it!"
"Heeey, um...are you taking today's SeeD exam?"
Squall
"Yeah."
"Then maybe I'll see you again, later. I've already finished my training at
my previous Garden."
"I'm taking the SeeD exam today, too. Good luck to both of us, huh!"
"Thanks a lot!"
*Standing student
"Hey, have you heard? There is a card club here, AKA the CC Group."
"They're a bunch of card maniacs looking for worthy opponents day and
night."
"Consider it an honour to be challenged to a game by one of the CC group
members."
*Running boy
"Come on! ...Take the pain! One more!"
*Running boy (Card)
"Hey, you wanna play cards?"
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*Two girls
"Oh, Squall. Instructor Trepe is waiting for you at the front gate."
"What? You don't know where the front gate is?"
"You're kidding me, right? There's only one gate. Head south from where we
are."
"Did you forget you can check where you want to go on the Directory?"
*Two girls (second time and onwards)
"Did you forget you can check where you want to go on the Directory?"
*Walking SeeD
"I just became a SeeD myself. Good luck."
"But we have to get a GF before that, or it's all over."
*Walking SeeD
"Hey, a card game? It's pretty popular among SeeD members."
"Alright, let's play."
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"Hey, troublemaker! Don't mess around too much."
*Walking Instructor (Card)
"Oh, a card game? It's a pretty popular among SeeD members."
"Okay, let's play."
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Balamb Garden-Dormitory-Centre Hallway
Third girl
"I wonder how many are going to pass the SeeD exam today?"
First girl
"But that written test sure was hard..."
Third girl
"Oh, at least you made it to the written part."
"I still haven't finished all my credits yet."
First girl
"I know. I have a lot left, too!"
Third girl
"It'd be nice if we could all take it together."
First girl
"Yeah. Even cooler if the 3 of us pass."
Dormitory
Squall (inspects bed)
"Rest..."
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Balamb Garden-Cafeteria-Centre Hallway
*Student looking out window
"Why...? How did it happen like that...?"
*Walking girl
"Hmmm...Maybe I should put off my diet..."
*Walking cadet
"Sit back and relax after a good meal...Nah, that's not for me..."
Balamb Garden-Cafeteria
Fujin
"SEIFER. DRINK?"
Seifer
"........."
Raijin
"...Can I drink somethin'? I'd like some water, ya know."
Fujin
"...IGNORE."
Seifer
"........."
*Seifer
"...Squall, can't you see the disciplinary committee's busy? Don't bother
us."
*Fujin
"WHAT?"
*Raijin
"Yo, it's Squall."
"Oh yeah. Fujin's gonna treat us, ya know? Want somethin'?"
Fujin
"RAGE!"
Raijin
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Raijin
"!!!!!!!!!"
"Ahh...Ouuu...Ahh..."
*Raijin (second time)
"Squall, psst...psst...psst...(Fujin's kinda harsh at times so you betta
watch it too, ya know?)"
Fujin
"WHAT?"
Raijin
"O-Oh! I-It's nothin'!"
"!?"
"!?"
"!?"
"!?"
"Huff, huff, heave, heave..."
"D-do you have any...hot dogs left?"
Cafeteria Lady
"You're a bit late, I'm afraid. We're all sold out!"
"Damn! Not again...!"
"It's hopeless if you don't get here early...Alright, I'll try again next
time..."
Cafeteria Lady
"I'll try to order more, but there's no guarantee!"
"!?"
"!?"
"!?"
(.........)
(...Ya know.)
Seifer
"...Speeding."
"Let's go arrest that student for violation of academy regulations."
Fujin
"AFFIRMATIVE!"
Raijin
"Roger, ya know!"
*Cafeteria Lady
"I've worked here for many a year now."
"I must say, being young is so great. It's like this burst of energy flowing
within you...constantly, and..."
(Oh man...This may take a while...)
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<<(Think of an excuse and leave)>>
<<(Sneak away)>>
<<(I'll lend an ear...)>>
<<(Think of an excuse and leave)>>
Squall
"...Sorry but, I'm kinda in a hurry."
Cafeteria Lady
"Oh, all right. Come back again, ya'hear?"
<<(Sneak away)>>
<<(I'll lend an ear)>>
Cafeteria Lady
"But seriously, with all these youngsters around, I'm beginning to feel
young myself."
"I start thinking to myself, 'Hey, I'm still all that!' You know what I
mean!"
"Ahahahahah! What am I saying!? Ahahahahah!"
"Well anyway, I have a son about your age, but he is so incompetent, and..."
Cafeteria Lady (second time)
(You're still talking? This could mean trouble...)
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<<(Think of an excuse and leave)>>
<<(Sneak away)>>
<<(I'll lend an ear...)>>
<<(Think of an excuse and leave)>>
Squall
"...Sorry but, I'm kinda in a hurry."
<<(Sneak away)>>
Cafeteria Lady
"Hey! Where do you think you're going!? You don't just leave in the middle
of a conversation!"
"Let's see...Where was I again? Oh yes, my son. It was about my son."
"So my son, he's not as bright as all of you here, so..."
"I was worried about his future. Then about a year ago..."
"'I'm going' on a journey to see what I can do!' he said. Can you believe
him!?"
"I was really surprised at first, but..."
"My son had this serious look I'd never seen before."
"So I built up enough courage and told him to go for it."
"Well, when I look back at it now, all he did was make my husband and me,
worry."
"But now, my, has he matured. He's grown up, I tell you."
"It sure gets lonely without him."
"...Oh my, I'm sorry. I got carried away."
"Whenever I see you youngsters I just get nostalgic. I wonder where he is
now..."
<<(I'll lend an ear)>>
Cafeteria Lady
"So my son, he's not as bright as all of you here, so..."
"I was worried about his future. Then about a year ago..."
"'I'm going' on a journey to see what I can do!' he said. Can you believe
him!?"
"I was really surprised at first, but..."
"My son had this serious look I'd never seen before."
"So I built up enough courage and told him to go for it."
"Well, when I look back at it now, all he did was make my husband and me,
worry."
"But now, my, has he matured. He's grown up, I tell you."
"It sure gets lonely without him."
"...Oh my, I'm sorry. I got carried away."
"Whenever I see you youngsters I just get nostalgic. I wonder where he is
now..."
*Cafeteria Lady (third time)
"My oh my! I'm just as busy as a bee!"
*Cafeteria Lady(fourth time)
"This is for returns. The store is next door."
*Cafeteria Lady (fifth time and onwards)
"Kids there days are so concerned about dieting."
"They won't be able to get a tummy like mine! Ahahahahaha!"
*Cafeteria Lady (Card)
"How did you know I enjoy playing cards...?"
"Well, shall we play some cards then?"
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"Hey, not bad! I'll be practicing, so come again!"
Cafeteria Lady (If draw)
"Hmmm, a draw...You put up quite a fight! Let's settle this next time!"
Cafeteria Lady (If you lose)
"There's no way I'll lose to a youngster like you! Come back when you're
older! Ahahaha..."
Second Cafeteria Lady
*"No more hot dogs today."
Balamb Garden-Cafeteria-Eating Area
*Right table
Squall
(Which one should I talk to...)
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<<(...The guy in the back)>>
<<(...The guy in front of me)>>
Friend of Trepe Groupie #1
"So, how's it going?"
"......Huh?"
<<(...The guy in the back)>>
Trepe Groupie #1
"What do I need to do to get closer To thee, oh lovely Quistis..."
Friend of Trepe Groupie #1
"Snap out of it..."
"You'll never be a SeeD, 'cause you're always too busy thinking about her."
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Trepe Groupie #1
"Oh, how I love thee, Instructor Quistis..."
"I cannot sleep at night Thinking of your radiating beauty..."
"That is why I am always falling asleep in class...Oh...how sinful you
are..."
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Friend of Trepe Groupie #1
"Cards? Yeah sure, I'll play."
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Trepe Groupie #1
"How 'bout a quick game of cards?"
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"You're good...Play me again, ok?"
Trepe Groupie #1 (If draw)
"A draw, eh...? Let's settle this next time!"
Trepe Groupie #1 (If you lose)
"Haha, I won! I'll play ya anytime!"
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*Left table
"So today's the SeeD field exam..."
"I choked last time...I was way too nervous."
"At least you made it to the field exam! I can't even pass my written test
yet!"
"I guess you're not as smart as I am."
"Yeah, right! You're in study hall today, too!"
"Yeah...so am I...I guess we all just suck."
"We're just a sad bunch...SaaaaaaaaD..."
"SaaaaaaaaD..."
"Sad people like us, all we do is complain in the cafeteria...
SaaaaaaaaD..."
Balamb Garden-Centre-Car Park Hallway
*Boy with girl
"I must say, cars are so convenient. You can go outside and not have to
worry about running into monsters."
"Especially for me, since I'm still only a student."
*Girl
"I love this Garden car...The sound of the engine just excites me!"
"You know that 'Vroooooomm!' sound when it reaches 6,000 rpm..."
"Ohhh.........I'm getting carried away here!"
Balamb Garden-Centre East
*Junior classman
"I'm going to be a SeeD! I'll work really hard."
*Girl
"I've wanted to be a SeeD since I was little...It makes sense that I want to
help out."
*Garden Faculty
"Student No. 41269, Squall?"
"You're that problem child...Don't you have the final SeeD exam today?"
"And you're making Instructor Trepe wait!"
"What are you still doing here!?"
*Sitting student
"Today's SeeD should have more brains than brawn."
*Sitting student (Card)
"I only began collecting recently, but we can play."
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Balamb Garden-Centre-Training Centre Hallway
*Student A
"AHH! I thought I was about to die!"
*Student A (second time and onward)
"I'd be careful if I were you."
*Student B
"So that's the infamous monster..."
*Student B (second time and onward)
"There's basically 2 monsters to a set. Kinda tough for students like us.
We're not even SeeDs yet."
Balamb Garden-Centre-Library Hallway
*Walking Instructor
"Studying in the library!? I'm impressed!"
Balamb Garden-Library
*Library Girl with a Pigtail
"The following acts are prohibited within the library:
1. Talking loudly.
2. Eating and drinking.
3. Running around."
"And also...
4. Avoid late returns.
5. No fighting over seats."
"I have to go over the library rules with the children, next period."
"I'm very nervous. I hope they understand..."
*Student
"I have a question for ya! Esthar was the country that was governed by this
evil sorceress way back when, right?"
"So what happened to this sorceress? Did someone overthrow the sorceress?
Did we learn about this in class?"
"I think I cut class that day, so, like, I have no idea what this sorceress
is about."
*Walking Student
"I hope there's a seat left..."
"There's always a lot of people in the reading room."
"And not everyone's there to read books, either!"
*Student at bookshelf
"Darn...I can't remember the name of the book the instructor was talking
about."
"It's too much of a hassle to ask him again. I'll just check out whatever."
*Student at bookshelf (second time)
"Hmm...I can't find anything that's relevant!"
Balamb Garden-Library-Reading Room
*Garden Faculty
"The desks aren't squeaky clean! Those 3 from the library committee...I bet
they're slacking off somewhere!"
*Garden Faculty (second time and onward)
"All they do is yippity-yap, yippity-yap...Even when they're alone,
yippity-yap..."
"So annoyingly loud, I tell ya!"
*Female Student
"So, like, did you read it?"
Male Student
"Oh, you mean that bloody murder mystery?"
Female Student
"Did you find out who the killer was?"
Male Student
"Y'know...You should read somethin' more enlightening."
Female Student
"So, like...You found it boring?"
Male Student
"It was good...But what I'm tryin' to say is..."
Female Student
"So you liked it! Then you'll like this one, too!"
Male Student
"...Oh, ok..."
*Female Student (Second time)
"So, like, this book is written in a new style. The narrator is actually the
kil..."
Male Student
"Hey! Geez, don't give it away!"
Balamb Garden-Centre-Infirmary Hallway
*Walking Girl
"I like taking a walk around the garden like this."
*Walking Girl
"Sigh...I should stop sighing so much. It gets me down..."
*Walking Girl (second time)
"Maybe I should go talk to Dr. Kadowaki..."
*Walking Girl (third time)
"Dr. Kadowaki counselled me again today."
*Woman
"You should always take care of yourself, you hear?"
*Walking Boy
"Good morning! What a gorgeous day."
*Walking Boy (Card)
"Good morning. You'd like to play some cards?"
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Balamb Garden-Infirmary
*Dr. Kadowaki
"Oh, Squall. Your exam's today, right?"
"How's that forehead doing?"
Balamb Garden-Courtyard
Girl
"Excuse me, do you play an instrument?"
"C'mon, don't ignore me."
"Heeey, I know you! I ran into you by the classroom, right?"
"I'm on the executive committee for the Garden Festival."
"If you're interested, come by and check out the stage."
"It's my dream to form my own band."
"Of course I'll need four people...Wanna join?"
*Balamb Garden-Courtyard-Stage
"All members of the Garden Festival committee have been dispatched to
conflicts around the world."
"That transfer student seems to be really enthusiastic about it, but..."
*Girl
"Are you interested in what I'm doing?"
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"Then you should join the Garden Festival committee, too!"
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"Then don't attract a crowd, ok? I wanna surprise everyone once it's done!"
*Girl (second time if you choose 'Interested')
"C'mon, join the Garden festival Committee!"
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"Boo! Why does everybody have to be like that!? Doesn't anybody want to
enjoy the Garden Festival!?"
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"Whoo-hoo! Ok, let's get to work!"
*Girl (third time and onward, if you choose Nah)
"Fine, just don't bother me, ok?"
*Girl (third time, if you choose Yeah)
"Alright, work, work, WORK! Not too many guys on this team, you know!"
*Girl (fourth time and onward, if you choose Yeah)
"Oh, are you the type that needs to be told what to do?"
Balamb Garden-Reception
*Receptionist
"I've been here since the Garden was established."
*Receptionist (second time)
"Every single year, you get trouble makers entering. Oh, how I enjoy
scolding them...!"
*Receptionist (Card)
"Huh!? You're challenging moi?"
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Balamb Garden-Outside
*Student in yellow shirt
"Perhaps I should go home this weekend. I really should go visit my
parents."
*Student in yellow shirt (Card)
"Excellent breeze...Great day for cards. Wanna play me at cards?"
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Balamb Garden-Fountain
*Student in brown singlet
"Know what? I really like this Garden."
"Even though there are instructors who suck."
Balamb Garden-Front Gate
Quistis
"I have a few things to explain before we head off."
"GF give us strength. The stronger the GF, the stronger we become."
"...So, here's a brief explanation on junctioning a GF."
Quistis
"Everything ok up till now? You can always check back by accessing
[Tutorial] from the [menu]."
"Once we get to the [Fire Cavern], I'll explain how to junction magic."
"Use the command 'Draw' during battle and stock magic from your enemies. Be
sure to have some stocked!"
"Ready to go?"
"The [Fire Cavern] used for the test is located [east of here]."
Balamb-Entrance/Mechanic
*Man
"Hey, you're a student at the Garden, right? What's the news on the Garden
Festival?"
"Me and my girl are definitely gonna be there with our band, all right? I'll
see you guys then."
*Man
"We still need more members..."
*Woman
"I can perform almost anything but my speciality is singing ballads. Come by
and listen if you're interested."
*Woman (Card)
"Let's play cards."
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*Mechanic
"Hey man, you interested in becoming a mechanic?"
"I had an assistant but he quit for some reason."
"You might have the right stuff to become a great mechanic. Why don't you
give it a try, huh?"
*Car Rental Receptionist
"Sorry, we're all out of cars right now."
"I can tell you which rental places are good or bad."
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"Renting a car is the best way to avoid those nasty monsters outside the
city."
"You'll need to buy fuel of course."
"When you rent a car, we offer a full tank, free of charge. You can buy
extra fuel at item shops."
"We charge a flat rate for our rentals. As soon as you drive back into the
city, your rental period ends, so make sure you can get the most out of it."
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Balamb-Town Square
*Man on bench
"So peaceful here. Yet there's fighting going on somewhere at this very
minute."
"Seeing you all reminds me of that. I'm not condemning you or anything."
*Store owner
"Hello!"
Balamb-Outside Train Station
*Walking Man
"Man, I'm beat. I've been going back forth between Timber and Balamb on
business."
"It's gonna last a while. I'm sick of travelling."
"Timber has this huge TV in the middle of the city. I think business is
better there than it is here."
"The air over there is terrible, though. It makes me sick."
*Walking Man (second time and onwards)
"If I were the President of Galbadia I would take over Balamb instead of
Dollet."
*Woman
"Hey, you have a pretty nice physique."
"I'm a professional photographer. Wanna be a spotlight technician."
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"Fine. You don't know what you're missing."
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"There's gonna be a big parade in Galbadia, and I'm thinking of going."
"I wanna take a lot of nice pictures and sell them and make big money."
"We'll split everything 70/30. Actually, how about 80/20?"
"Y'know what, forget about it."
*Woman (Second time)
"Ok, thanks anyway."
*Queen
"I am the Queen of Cards. I travel all over the world to monitor and enforce
the various card rules."
"What do you want to know?"
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<<(The current trend of the trading rules)>>
<<(How are the rules passed on?)>>
<<(This region's rules)>>
Queen
"The following rules have been accepted in Balamb."
Queen
"Pay me 30,000 Gil, and I will pass on a new rule to this region."
Queen
"Do you want to pass on this rule to the Balamb region?"
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<<(The current trend of the trading rules)>>
Queen
"Currently, the trading rule is based on Balamb's rule."
"There is little trading taking place."
"Trading rule 'One' will spread out from this region."
<<(How are the rules passed on?)>>
Queen
"Basically, each region has its own rules."
"The rules you're carrying are passed on as you travel to various regions."
"As for the trading rules, they gradually spread out from a region where the
card game is most popular."
"Of course, this region can change constantly depending on your course and
actions."
"Also, my presence in a region can change its trading rules at times."
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*Queen (Card)
"You wish to challenge me?"
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*Gift Shop Employee
"Do you need anything before you go? We carry various gifts, too."
*Station Staff
"The trains are running on schedule."
"There aren't many tourists coming from Galbadia."
"From my experiences, in this situation..."
*Station Staff (second time and onward)
"...I hope everything is alright."
Balamb-Train Station
*Elderly woman
"We chose Balamb because we heard it's a peaceful tourist resort...Oh my,
it's exactly the way I imagined it."
"We stayed in Timber before we got here. Despite being occupied by Galbadia,
it has a cheery atmosphere."
*Traveller
"You guys from around here?"
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"I hear there's a big academy called Balamb Garden here."
"An academy for gifted kids."
"I used to be a teacher myself. I've been wanting to see Balamb Garden with
my own eyes."
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