Hecatia Lapislazuli
Hecatia Lapislazuli's Rebirth Story
(I said I had something to talk to her about...)
(I just really hope she comes!)
Hecatia
My, look at the time.
Hecatia
Sorry to keep you waiting, PLAYER, but I'm here now!
Miss Hecatia! Thanks for coming!
Hecatia
Heh heh, you're welcome. It was about time I came and checked up on Clownpiece anyway.
Hecatia
And besides, there's no way we could've met in Hell.
Hecatia
So go on, what did you want to discuss? Are you hoping to hold some kind of festival up here?
Hecatia
If you are, I have a great idea. It was a big hit in Hell and I think we can recreate it here!
That does sound interesting...
But I have something more important to talk about!
Hecatia
Oh, I see. Let's save the festival stuff for another day then!
Sounds great!
Actually, this might end up being a long conversation...
Do you want to go inside and sit down?
Hecatia
I'm fine out here. I'm sure the shrine maiden would get all worked up with me in there.
Hecatia
So what's this important thing you want to talk to the goddess of Hell about?
The Lost Word Incident...
When it arrives, will you fight with us?
Hecatia
(I see...)
Hecatia
(The sages of Gensokyo want my help. I was wondering when they'd finally ask.)
Hecatia
I suspect they aren't expecting me to agree simply out of the kindness of my heart.
What was that?
Hecatia
Nothing. I was just thinking out loud.
Hecatia
Before we get into the whole "fighting together" thing, there's something I should make clear...
Hecatia
My thoughts on the Lost Word Incident.
Hecatia
It's totally unprecedented and a threat to us all.
Hecatia
Hell is ablaze with people discussing how we're going to combat it.
Hecatia
Some want to face it alone, some want to cooperate with Gensokyo, and some want to spend time formulating a plan...
Hecatia
Hell is vast, and each region has its own ruler.
Hecatia
And yet everyone has something in common.
Hecatia
None of us care what others think of us.
Hecatia
Least of all me, the goddess of Hell. But I won't allow anyone to interfere with my domain.
Hecatia
And that includes the Lost Word Incident.
Miss Hecatia...
Hecatia
...Whoops, I got a bit carried away there. Did I embarrass myself?
Not at all. In fact, I thought you sounded pretty cool...
I could feel how much you care about Hell.
Hecatia
You're as honest as ever. Brave, too. But I'm sure you must hear that all the time.
Hecatia
Most people would be afraid talking to the goddess of Hell about the goings on below.
I guess you're right...
Maybe I should act more afraid!
Hecatia
Heh heh, I think you're fine as you are. Talking openly like this is better for the both of us.
Hecatia
(Humans really are fascinating creatures full of potential... especially PLAYER.)
Hecatia
Onto to the topic at hand. Fighting together against the Lost Word Incident.
Hecatia
Like I said, I'll fight tooth and nail to prevent interference with my domain.
Hecatia
And while Gensokyo falls outside of Hell's borders, I don't wish to lose it.
Hecatia
There's so much beauty here, and I won't stand idly by while it gets eradicated.
Hecatia
So when the time comes, I'll fight alongside you and the others.
Miss Hecatia... thank you!
Here, this is for you.
Hecatia
Is that, by any chance... from Okina Matara?
That's right. She told me to give it to you.
If you agreed to fight with us, that is.
Hecatia
Then I'll gratefully accept this gift. Thank the sages for me, OK?
Sure thing!
Hecatia
Wow, this outfit's design is...!
Hecatia
She really understands my style. I suppose that's why she's one of Gensokyo's sages.
That reminds me...
Miss Okina said there's a letter in there somewhere!
Hecatia
A letter?
Hecatia
Oh, you're right. Let me see here...
Okina's Letter
"Do you like the gift I prepared for you?"
Okina's Letter
"You always make level-headed judgments and act accordingly, so I believe you'll accept this outfit."
Okina's Letter
"You possess devastating power. Power that demands respect. I hope you use it to fight with us when the time comes."
Okina's Letter
"Let's defend this paradise and Hell from our common threat."
Hecatia
So she knew I'd agree to help...
Hecatia
It looks like you were one step ahead of me this time, Okina.
Hecatia
Heh heh, ah well.
Hecatia
The place I call home and the home of those I must protect...
Hecatia
As the goddess of Hell, I'll defend Hell and Gensokyo.
Costume Presentation
Hecatia
Do you have any god-level friends in Hell? ...No. I meant, other than me. ...Yeah, I guess most people don't. But that means this could be pretty hard to resolve... No, don't worry. I'll make sure you get home. I promised when we met, didn't I?
