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shivalriesSeason: Autumn
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Location: Judgment Stage (Blue)
Izumi: Naaaru-kun. It's not often I see you this nervous. You're always acting like everything's under control. ♪
C'mon, you don't have to get so worked up. We're not the main act today, anyway, right?
Our king of Knights this time round... is Kasa-kun. This battle is between him and His Majesty.
It's stupid enough having parents show up to their kids' fights.
But until it's Kasa-kun's turn, we'll pare down the enemies for him. If we manage to clear the battlefield for his advance, that's already a success for us.
That's what we can do as his talented seniors, right?
Arashi: Wait, what's all this, Izumi-chan? You're actually being considerate? Looks like I'm not the only one acting weird around here.
Well, I guess that's a clear sign neither of us can be our usual selves right now. Goodness me, it's always such hard work each and every time. ♪
Eichi: Oh good, I'm feeling rather well today. I think I could put up a good fight. ♪
I do have to watch my health... but perhaps I'll give it my all too, so long as it won't impact my performance for fine's activities?
Kuro: Not gonna lie, Tenshouin, but outta all of us you actually look the most hyped up.
Got a big smile on your face and everythin'... Even this lame "Knight Killers" name was your idea, wasn't it?
Eichi: Is it "lame", though? I do believe that is simply a matter of opinion, Kiryu-kun.
Eheh. Imagine a night cruise... The ruler steals away aboard a boat in the dead of night, completely undetected as he floats along the river.
And then, you see, he frolics about to his heart's content. Isn't it rather witty?
Kuro: I'd say it's more punny than witty, honestly... Of course, you probably also wanted it to sound like we're gonna kill Knights dead.
Talk about silly. Your eyes are sparklin' like a little kid's, even.
You're just as my boss Hasumi said. Callin' ya young at heart would be sugarcoatin' it, but—
You can be quite the mischievous scamp, huh? Nothin' like that solemn and imposing "Emperor" title.
Eichi: Oh, but that's precisely what an emperor is, Kiryu-kun—a selfish child who just so happens to wield power...
Ehehe, though I am certainly quite interested in what else Keito has to say about me. ♪
I am simply participating to celebrate Tsukinaga-kun's return, after all.
The school was a little less lively without you, Your Little Majesty.
Leo: Huh, and here I thought the big bad Emperor wouldn't even remember someone like me.
I'm surprised you like me so much, y'know? Didn't I go all out in trying to make your life hell?
Eichi: Pain is also a form of pleasure, Tsukinaga-kun. The throne is ever so boring, you see... even the enemies who challenge you time after time slowly gain your affections.
Leo: Oh yeah? Sorry to leave you bored, then~ But, you know...
The one that breaks first is always the toy. I hate to admit it, but that basically means I was your plaything, right?
Oh, but I did hear you had a scuffle with some guys called "Trickstar"? Dunno the details, but...
Looks like you stayed pretty entertained even without me around, huh?
Eichi: Mmm... Well, Trickstar appeared only some time after you and the Five Eccentrics stopped playing with me.
And during that lull in time... I was so, so very bored, I thought I would die.
So you see, that's why I've been so very happy and fulfilled these days. And now even you've reappeared, too, Tsukinaga-kun...
It seems like I can at least make it to graduation without getting bored. ♪
Why, you're entertaining me right now, even. Truly, nemeses like you are one in a million.
Knight Killers, hm... I never imagined myself in anything other than fine.
It's almost like a rebirth of sorts—perhaps my life could have turned out like this instead? I feel I've finally grasped at least part of why Wataru loves theater so much. ♪
Leo: You sure are livin' the life right now, huh... Anyway, I'm a little late to the party, but...
Did you seriously lose to those Trickstar guys? I can barely believe it.
You've gotten real soft, haven't you?
Nyah-nyah, what a loooser! So ya got too cocky on the throne, fell on your ass, and made out with the ground!
You totally flopped! Wahahaha! ☆
Eichi: It may be true that I lost, and nonetheless I do think of it as a good experience. I must say, however, the way you speak of it is a touch grating.
Izumi: Uh, hellooo? If we're gonna do this then shut it and get moving already! Of course, Knights is gonna come out on top either way.
Me and Naru-kun will be first up for our team. You sure you wanna have all four of your fighters out in the first round?
Well, you can give us all you got but we'll just blow you right out of the way. ♪
Eichi: Eheh. How cute. That's enough of acting brave...
We'll be having Nito-kun and Kiryu-kun go first. Isn't that the plan, Tsukinaga-kun?
Leo: Hey, watch it, I'm the king over here.
Don't just start taking the lead. Aren'tcha a little too used to lording over everyone?
Well, having you speak for me does make things easier. ☆
You heard the blockhead emperor: we're having Kuro and Nazu go first. Two-on-two, fair and square.
I'm countin' on ya both! ♪
Nazuna: Okie-dokie~ Alright, let's have some fun, Kuro-chin! ♪
Kuro: Damn right. It's a whole lotta work goin' along with some high-handed emperor or king or whatever...
But havin' ya by my side makes things a lil' easier, Nito... ♪
Izumi: Two-on-two, huh? Bold of you to match numbers with us.
I mean, this is Knights' specialty. Falling behind here would just be plain embarrassing, so let's get fired up... alright, Naru-kun?
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Arashi: Yeah, yeah. I'll go along with you, whenever you need.
...On this lovely night, let's show them just how beautifully and elegantly we dance. ♪
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< Those Who Kill Knights Chapter 3 || Masterlist || Epilogue 1 >
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Location: Judgment Stage (Blue)
Izumi: Naaaru-kun. It's not often I see you this nervous. You're always acting like everything's under control. ♪
C'mon, you don't have to get so worked up. We're not the main act today, anyway, right?
Our king of Knights this time round... is Kasa-kun. This battle is between him and His Majesty.
It's stupid enough having parents show up to their kids' fights.
But until it's Kasa-kun's turn, we'll pare down the enemies for him. If we manage to clear the battlefield for his advance, that's already a success for us.
That's what we can do as his talented seniors, right?
Arashi: Wait, what's all this, Izumi-chan? You're actually being considerate? Looks like I'm not the only one acting weird around here.
Well, I guess that's a clear sign neither of us can be our usual selves right now. Goodness me, it's always such hard work each and every time. ♪
Eichi: Oh good, I'm feeling rather well today. I think I could put up a good fight. ♪
I do have to watch my health... but perhaps I'll give it my all too, so long as it won't impact my performance for fine's activities?
Kuro: Not gonna lie, Tenshouin, but outta all of us you actually look the most hyped up.
Got a big smile on your face and everythin'... Even this lame "Knight Killers" name was your idea, wasn't it?
Eichi: Is it "lame", though? I do believe that is simply a matter of opinion, Kiryu-kun.
Eheh. Imagine a night cruise... The ruler steals away aboard a boat in the dead of night, completely undetected as he floats along the river.
And then, you see, he frolics about to his heart's content. Isn't it rather witty?
Kuro: I'd say it's more punny than witty, honestly... Of course, you probably also wanted it to sound like we're gonna kill Knights dead.
Talk about silly. Your eyes are sparklin' like a little kid's, even.
You're just as my boss Hasumi said. Callin' ya young at heart would be sugarcoatin' it, but—
You can be quite the mischievous scamp, huh? Nothin' like that solemn and imposing "Emperor" title.
Eichi: Oh, but that's precisely what an emperor is, Kiryu-kun—a selfish child who just so happens to wield power...
Ehehe, though I am certainly quite interested in what else Keito has to say about me. ♪
I am simply participating to celebrate Tsukinaga-kun's return, after all.
The school was a little less lively without you, Your Little Majesty.
Leo: Huh, and here I thought the big bad Emperor wouldn't even remember someone like me.
I'm surprised you like me so much, y'know? Didn't I go all out in trying to make your life hell?
Eichi: Pain is also a form of pleasure, Tsukinaga-kun. The throne is ever so boring, you see... even the enemies who challenge you time after time slowly gain your affections.
Leo: Oh yeah? Sorry to leave you bored, then~ But, you know...
The one that breaks first is always the toy. I hate to admit it, but that basically means I was your plaything, right?
Oh, but I did hear you had a scuffle with some guys called "Trickstar"? Dunno the details, but...
Looks like you stayed pretty entertained even without me around, huh?
Eichi: Mmm... Well, Trickstar appeared only some time after you and the Five Eccentrics stopped playing with me.
And during that lull in time... I was so, so very bored, I thought I would die.
So you see, that's why I've been so very happy and fulfilled these days. And now even you've reappeared, too, Tsukinaga-kun...
It seems like I can at least make it to graduation without getting bored. ♪
Why, you're entertaining me right now, even. Truly, nemeses like you are one in a million.
Knight Killers, hm... I never imagined myself in anything other than fine.
It's almost like a rebirth of sorts—perhaps my life could have turned out like this instead? I feel I've finally grasped at least part of why Wataru loves theater so much. ♪
Leo: You sure are livin' the life right now, huh... Anyway, I'm a little late to the party, but...
Did you seriously lose to those Trickstar guys? I can barely believe it.
You've gotten real soft, haven't you?
Nyah-nyah, what a loooser! So ya got too cocky on the throne, fell on your ass, and made out with the ground!
You totally flopped! Wahahaha! ☆
Eichi: It may be true that I lost, and nonetheless I do think of it as a good experience. I must say, however, the way you speak of it is a touch grating.
Izumi: Uh, hellooo? If we're gonna do this then shut it and get moving already! Of course, Knights is gonna come out on top either way.
Me and Naru-kun will be first up for our team. You sure you wanna have all four of your fighters out in the first round?
Well, you can give us all you got but we'll just blow you right out of the way. ♪
Eichi: Eheh. How cute. That's enough of acting brave...
We'll be having Nito-kun and Kiryu-kun go first. Isn't that the plan, Tsukinaga-kun?
Leo: Hey, watch it, I'm the king over here.
Don't just start taking the lead. Aren'tcha a little too used to lording over everyone?
Well, having you speak for me does make things easier. ☆
You heard the blockhead emperor: we're having Kuro and Nazu go first. Two-on-two, fair and square.
I'm countin' on ya both! ♪
Nazuna: Okie-dokie~ Alright, let's have some fun, Kuro-chin! ♪
Kuro: Damn right. It's a whole lotta work goin' along with some high-handed emperor or king or whatever...
But havin' ya by my side makes things a lil' easier, Nito... ♪
Izumi: Two-on-two, huh? Bold of you to match numbers with us.
I mean, this is Knights' specialty. Falling behind here would just be plain embarrassing, so let's get fired up... alright, Naru-kun?
Arashi: Yeah, yeah. I'll go along with you, whenever you need.
...On this lovely night, let's show them just how beautifully and elegantly we dance. ♪
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< Those Who Kill Knights Chapter 3 || Masterlist || Epilogue 1 >
