Story scenes, part 5

Hello!

Welcome to the Bodyguard Salon.

Hope you find your perfect match...

First you should ring the bell on the counter and talk to the boss...

Sometimes you get Bodyguards who really aren't worth the rupees...

Choose carefully, after looking each one in the eye...

Hello!

Welcome to the Bodyguard Salon!

Hope you find your perfect match...

Well... Good luck... You look like you need it!

Hey! How's it going?

You must be here looking for a Bodyguard, I guess...

I knew it! I'm pretty sharp!

The way the world is, you really need to have a Bodyguard with you...

Having a Bodyguard makes your life a lot easier...

If you get a good one, they'll need no invitation to get stuck into monsters.

I have heard that a man once hired a superb Bodyguard...

...and went on to become a legendary hero who we still remember today.

Apparently, that hero was actually a complete coward...

But to get a Bodyguard like that, you're going to have to pay a fortune...

Hey! How's it going?

You must be here looking for a Bodyguard, I guess...

I knew it! I'm pretty sharp!

The way the world is, you really need to have a Bodyguard with you...

Having a Bodyguard makes your life a lot easier...

If you get a good one, they'll need no invitation to get stuck into monsters.

I have heard that a man once hired a superb Bodyguard...

...and went on to become a legendary hero who we still remember today.

Apparently, that hero was actually a complete coward...

But to get a Bodyguard like that, you're going to have to pay a fortune...

We Salona have been running Bodyguard Salons for generations...

My father and his father before him were also Salona...

You want to know why we started running these Salons?

You know, I think my father told me once, but I have completely forgotten...

Hmmm... I wonder why it was?

Hey you!

Have you seen the turtles around here?

There's a special trick to fighting those little fellows...

Sneak up while they are sleeping and begin battling with them...

Then you'll be able to steal their lovely shells!

When you have a Bodyguard, try touching a monster on the screen...

If you get it right, the Bodyguard will attack that monster...

As long as the Bodyguard is a smart one, they'll know what to do...

But remember that Bodyguards are only human...

Things will go better if you help them out in battle...

If you keep touching the smoke cloud during battle, they'll be grateful...

Well, the best way to learn is to actually try things out with a Bodyguard...

I'm going to give you a good tip, so pay attention!

Try to battle as many monsters as you can at the same time... ...did you know that?

You might know this already, but monsters often drop items when you bash them...

I had something else to say, but I've completely forgotten what it was...

This area is infested with moles...

To get them, you have to attack just as they stick their head out...

Wait for the right moment then make your move! Get rid of those pests!

But remember that they go back underground very quickly...

It's not easy to get the little critters...

But you can draw them out if you attract their attention...

You have to watch out for creatures called Oinkers in these parts...

If you try to battle them as normal, they will repel you with their shields...

...and be careful to avoid their high-speed charges!

If you get out of the way of their charges, you may be able to counter-attack...

It takes skill, but it is possible to defeat them...

I heard a rumour the other day...

Apparently, there are non-Salon Bodyguards you can hire...

They operate without a licence...

I heard that they are exceedingly powerful but...

They won't drink power-up potions, they don't negotiate twice and worse than that...

I heard that they are incredibly expensive to hire. Are they worth it?

Personally, I think you're better off sticking with the Bodyguard Salon...

It's really hard to try to battle several sheep at the same time...

They're real cowards and run off at the first hint of a battle...

What you need is some way to attract their attention. I wonder how...

......

Want to know something?

You've seen those pigs flying around here...

Sometimes they drop fur that I heard you can get a price for...

There are other monsters that drop all kinds of items you can make a profit from...

If you're lucky, maybe you'll strike it rich and never have to work again!

Hey there! Welcome! This is the world famous Bodyguard Salon!

We are known as the Salona.

We work in the Salon, so we are Salona... ...do you get it?

We have opened Salons in various locations around the world...

When you arrive in a new area, the first thing you should do is locate the Salon...

You can hire Bodyguards, and we might give you good info about the area...

Well, nice to meet you! Enjoy your trip to the Salon...

You again? I've got nothing more to tell you...

You're a bit too greedy...

I've got something that might interest you...

Want to know how to make our family's special tasty sauce?

Well... I'm afraid you won't get it for free...

And it's been handed down from generation to generation in our family...

So it's not a recipe that will come cheap...

If the amount of rupees you offer is only 2 or 3 figures... I won't tell you anything!

After all, this is our family's special recipe...

So... How much will you give me?

Done! Thanks very much!

I'm sorry... I won't tell you anything for that amount!

Come back when you've saved some rupees!

I see... Not interested, eh?

Okay... Well, I've got nothing more to say to you!

Farewell!

You know... You seem awfully familiar...

That suit... That face...

I'm sure I heard a story about you when I was a kid...

What was it again...?

There are some weird toadstools around these parts...

Approach them and they burrow underground, walk away and they'll pop up...

I heard those Oinkers have stashed a lot of treasure somewhere...

If you think you're up to it, you could try to get that treasure off them...

But I'm not sure what kind of treasure an Oinker would have...

Welcome!

Have you seen this Salon's Bodyguards yet?

We've got quite a selection...

At the moment there are three fine specimens for you to choose from...

Have a word with the owner...

You'll be glad you did...

Hey you!

It's dangerous to wander round this area alone...

If you wear something shiny, they're going to target you! I'm warning you!

You don't know who I'm talking about?! The Oinkers of course!

Those Oinkers just love to get their hands on anything shiny...

The other day, they found something shiny on the ground. They looked so happy!

Junglo the forest hero used to be a very powerful man...

But the years have taken their toll...

That Bodyguard... You're a connoisseur!

“Battling Together” Want to hear about this?

Oh please! I want to tell you!

Bodyguards are great allies.

They will defend you in battles so they lose power instead of you...

By “together”, I mean being part of the same smoke cloud in a battle...

If you get into a battle...

...either call your Bodyguard, or move to where they are...

But of course, you'll still lose some energy... You can't get 100% protection.

But it's much better than trying to take on monsters by yourself.

Give it a try!

Hey!

......

Wait a minute? Haven't you forgotten...?

Don't you know the rules of the club?

Hang on...

It's your first time, isn't it? I'm very sorry!

Welcome to the Official Bodyguard Fan Club!

We know everything there is to know about Bodyguards!

We're just dying to tell you everything we know!

Where's your hood?

Looks like contract negotiations went well!

“Happy Hunting” This is useful info!

Really? Oh come on!

Monsters drop lots of items when you bash them.

You can get more items if you battle more monsters at the same time...

However...

Rather than having your Bodyguard battling with a separate smoke cloud...

It's better to be in the same smoke cloud as your Bodyguard...

You'll get more items!

For some reason, the more monsters you bash at the same time...

...the more you can profit from your battling!

Even with Bodyguards that seem a bit useless...

...in this, they're the same. They're pros, after all!

You've made a good choice there!

“Watch The Hearts” You have to hear this!

Well, don't blame me if you get into trouble!

Make your Bodyguard work too hard and they'll collapse.

You could be in real trouble if it's a dangerous place.

So before things come to that...

...as the employer, you should always have a supply of power-up potions...

if you throw it at your Bodyguard, they'll recover...

You can throw it so it hits them, or get them to walk over it...

Basically, as long as they touch the potion, they will feel its effects...

Of course...

You can also pay rupees to get your Bodyguard to recover their energy...

But if you don't want to lose rupees, make sure you always carry power-up potions.

But remember, once they have collapsed, it's too late to give them any power-up potion...

Make sure you get it to them before that!

You're so lucky! I want a Bodyguard!

“Hello and Goodbye.” This is top info...

What?! It's your loss...

You've got a balloon, haven't you?

But your Bodyguard doesn't...

So when you use your balloon...

You're saying goodbye to your Bodyguard...

But don't worry! The contract will continue even after that...

Your Bodyguard will be waiting for you when you next go somewhere...

Then you can be reunited and give them a a cheerful “hello!”

As long as you are on the same continent, they will always be waiting...

But I have one more thing to tell you!

This is the First Continent, right?

I've never left it, so I don't really know but...

If you say goodbye and go to another continent...

You won't find your Bodyguard waiting there...

Ask me again anytime!

I'm so jealous! I'd love a Bodyguard!

“I Give Up!” You need to hear this.

You've made a terrible mistake, my friend...

If your Bodyguard collapses, you're in trouble...

But even if you go far away from where they are...

They will stay lying on the ground, waiting for you...

If you give them rupees, they'll regain energy.

But... Bodyguards have limits to their patience...

If you leave a Bodyguard who has collapsed and decide...

...to hire a new Bodyguard...

Your old Bodyguard will get up and go home.

Also, if you leave your Bodyguard lying on the ground...

...and go off exploring on your own...

...they might get fed up and wander back to the Bodyguard Salon.

The one thing you don't have to worry about is that because they've gone...

...they'll hold a grudge against you next time you hire them...

That won't happen. These guys are pros.

That Bodyguard looks pretty good to me!

“Special Abilities” This is just great!

Unbelievable! What were you thinking?!

I must apologise...

I don't actually know that much about this...

Every individual Bodyguard...

...has their own skills, and not just when it comes to battling...

Small Bodyguards have certain advantages...

Big Bodyguards pack a lot of muscle...

And the medium-sized ones are good with their hands...

I'm not lying! This is all true!

Sorry I can't give you more details...

And here's something else!

When you're battling monsters, touch the smoke cloud...

Keep touching it as fast as you can!

Do that and you and your Bodyguard will both give it your best.

This means that the power of your attacks will increase...

I'm not kidding! Give it a try!

The sea around here has very fast currents so watch out...

I don't know how good a swimmer you are, but be careful here!

Hey! It's you again!

Are you enjoying that item I sold you?

Hey you! Want something good?

It's shiny... It's clear... It's hollow inside...

You know what I mean! Don't you?!

I'm willing to sell it to you...

So, how much are you going to give me?

You've got a deal! It's all yours!

There you go! Take it!

You can't buy a great item like this for a price like that...

What?! Are you trying to make fun of me?!

Stop wasting my time! Go on! Get out of here!

So, you must be that Tingle I've heard about...

I know about you... The rumour is, you're raking in the rupees...

I wish I had half your luck! Business hasn't been too good round here recently...

Drifter Bodyguards are free to travel around the world...

I wish I was that free! But no, I'm stuck here every day...

You never know where you're going to meet those Drifter Bodyguards...

You must know about the Oinkers by now... Well...

The ones around here are a bit different to the usual ones...

Round here, there are also very powerful Oinker Wizards...

You have to watch out for their magic attacks...

If you touch the smoke cloud round Drifter Bodyguards you'll see their true power!

If you're lucky enough to hire one, you should really try it during a battle!

According to some very reliable sources of mine...

There are a total of 3 Drifter Bodyguards in the world...

Here's some good info...

Somewhere, there lives a monster who always wants to take on people in battle...

That monster is terribly strong and normal people have no chance against him...

If you should find the monster, do not under any circumstances be tempted to battle it!

No one with any common sense would ever dream of tackling such a beast...

I was really surprised to see three weather vanes standing in a place like that...

At first, I thought they were monsters and was ready to run away...

But where on earth are those weather vanes pointing towards?

A m-m-monkey! W-w-with long arms... And l-l-long legs...

G-g-get too close and it'll throw them! They h-h-hurt!

B-b-b-... Bombs...!

Eh?! Wow!

Someone's come to visit this remote area... Thanks for coming!

I hope you enjoy your stay!

Just a word of advice... Walking round here on your own would be crazy...

After all, this is where you-know-who have their base...

If you've got any sense you'll hire one of our fine Bodyguards quicksmart.

Guess what I found! It's really good!

Finders keepers... But I'll sell it to you...

For 3000 rupees.

Will you pay?

You're no fun...!

That's not enough!

Agreed!

You got it, matey? Don't forget now!

Use the new bombs to corner the captain...

Once you've checked the bombs are in position, touch the screen to light them!

Away you go, matey!

Use the new bombs to corner the captain...

Once you've checked the bombs are in position, touch the screen to light them!

Away you go, matey!

Welcome Tingle.

My name is Uncle Rupee. I am a Rupee Master.

Rupees are money, the things which make this world go round!

As a Rupee Master I'm an important person! You can tell, right?

I am going to tell you about the most amazing place in the world...

Its name is...

Rupeeland!

In Rupeeland you can live the life you've always dreamed of!

It's a true paradise on earth!

In Rupeeland you will eat nothing but the finest food!

Work? Study? In Rupeeland those words mean nothing!

Beautiful women are waiting for you in Rupeeland!

No, you say?!

Looks like I couldn't convince you how wonderful Rupeeland really is...

I'll take you through it again. Listen closely this time!

I see you're warming to the idea of　Rupeeland!

Without further ado, let's get you ready for your adventure!

I can tell you really like the sound of　Rupeeland!

Without further ado, let's get you ready for your adventure!

That's quite a transformation!

From this day forth you will be known as Tingle!

Tingle? You won't need that silly name anymore! You're Tingle!

There you go! Don't spend it all at once!

I gave you 100 rupees to help you on your way!

For you, Tingle, rupees are extremely important!

Only rupees can lead you to Rupeeland!

Let's start by throwing some rupees into the pool!

Young Tingle! Long time, no see! Haven't you grown?

What?! Tingle, you forgot about me!?

Your poor old uncle has come all this way to see you!

To tell the truth, your old uncle really needs some rupees...

So I was wondering if you would buy this Staff List from me...

Hi, Tingle! Want to buy the Staff List from me?

You have paid me … for the Staff List...

Tingle, your old uncle wants you to give more generously!

Tingle, your old uncle is happy with that!

The Staff List is yours!

I will return home! Farewell, Tingle!

Bravo, Tingle!

Surprised? The pool is really the top of a giant tower!

It has been awoken by the rupees' power and will continue to grow!

It will take you through the clouds, up, up, up...

All the way to the paradise that is Rupeeland!

Go to the other side of the pool and look at the world below!

Quite a view, isn't it?

From up here you get a bird's eye view of the world...

Don't you feel happy that you are one step closer to Rupeeland?

As the tower grows the view from up here will get better.

That means, if you jump from here, you can go to faraway places!

A new world awaits you! Take a deep breath, Tingle, and jump!

Not there!

Bravo, Tingle! The tower has grown even taller!

You really do have a talent for getting rupees! I should have known!

Every time the tower grows, Rupeeland gets one step closer!

But to make the tower grow more, you will need ever larger amounts of rupees.

Be more ambitious! Be more greedy! Go and get those rupees!

Today, I've got something I think you'll like!

Take it! It's yours!

Items like this are called Rupee Goods.

They are items connected with Rupeeland which bring happiness and good luck.

Collect them from all over the world...

...then store them in your attic to remind you of Rupeeland!

I'll see you further up the tower! Godspeed!

Jolly good, Tingle! You're one step closer to Rupeeland!

I couldn't be happier with your efforts, Tingle! Jolly good show!

Tingle, you really are the most spiffing chap!

It's as if you were born to collect rupees!

If you want to get to Rupeeland you have to get those rupees!

You can achieve your dreams! Believe in yourself and the tower. The sky's the limit!

I'm looking sharp, right?

Somehow, you're looking a lot more classy these days...

But in Rupeeland you'll look even classier!

The future is looking rosy, my friend!

Greetings, Tingle!

Seems your rupee collection is advancing nicely! Well done, old chap!

Remember, Rupeeland is an exclusive place, open only to the chosen few.

Never forget that as you devote yourself to earning rupees!

I'm always here, behind you all the way!

You know what they say... Time is rupees... I should be going...

I'll see you higher up! Good luck!

Greetings, Tingle! How are you?

With a tower this high, there is nothing in the world you and I need to fear!

Rupeeland is waiting, sparkling and shining more beautifully than ever!

Hurry and make the tower grow and you can see for yourself!

I'm doing everything I can to protect you! Godspeed, Tingle!

Hello, old chap! All well?

I'm deeply impressed by your sterling work! The tower is getting very tall!

When I was a young man I would work so hard I would forget to eat...

Remember, make it to Rupeeland and you'll never work again!

Until that golden day, give it your all and get those rupees!

Let's raise our cups to Rupeeland! Cheers!

Hello there! How are things?

Still collecting rupees and making the tower grow? Good work, old bean!

I bet you can't wait to see what Rupeeland is like!

Collect more rupees and you'll find out soon enough!

Oh! Going so soon? You certainly are busy.

Well, I've got things to do too. Busy, busy...

I'm coming, ladies!

The most beautiful, elegant, charming women are waiting here for you!

Well, well! The tower has grown taller yet again!

Before long Rupeeland will be yours to enjoy!

You really are doing a most splendid job!

Keep the rupees coming, Tingle! I expect nothing less!

Oh! This feels so good!

The power of rupees is flowing through me! How I love rupees!

Just a little more, a little more! We're almost there!

I'm counting on you, Tingle!

Tingle...

Help me...

Tingle, you really have made the most admirable efforts!

Your desire to get to Rupeeland is clear from the rupees you've poured into the tower.

The time is near. Rupeeland lies right before us!

I will take you there presently. Wait quietly for now.

Tingle... This is the Grand Fairy!

If you wish for happiness in the world...

If you wish for peace for everyone...

Go to the Great Pool!

Hello Tingle. You did well to make it this far.

...I see. So you were led here by the Master Rupee?

I'll tell you something: Rupees do not know good or evil...

Gained through good deeds, gained through foul deeds, they sparkle the same way.

When all's said and done, rupees are a symbol of power, nothing more, nothing less.

Do you have any idea how many rupees you have spent on the tower?

… rupees!

Add that to what you are carrying and you have … rupees!

With all those rupees Rupeeland will be all mine!

Thanks to you, the tower has grown tall, and I could just sit back and watch!

Now then...

You won't give me a single, solitary rupee?!

You look like you're spoiling for a fight!

You're a different person from the man I found lounging at home that day...

You've got guts! Which means I'll have to take those rupees by force!

That won't do! That won't do at all!

If you won't give me it all, I'll have to take it from you!

Fairy power!!!!

Ha! I see! You think Pinkle can help you?

Seems that cheeky brat has escaped from her prison cell...

No matter. Soon she will work for me again... In Rupeeland!

DIE!!!

Tingle...

The evil Uncle Rupee only used rupees to satisfy his greed...

...but he was utterly destroyed by the rupees' positive power!

Now it is time for you to gather the rupees you have earned on this adventure...

...and for you to use them the right way, for the good of the world...

I know you'll do the right thing!

What?! Do nothing all day?!

Eat everything you want?!

Go on holiday and never work again...

Go out every night with your girlfriend? (Sorry, girlfriends?!)

Tingle! Are you no better than Uncle Rupee?!

Oh, it's you!

You've come to see me again?! I'm so happy!

What do you think when you see this bridge?

I suppose all you see is a broken old bridge...

Well, it's more than that! Building bridges makes people happy!

If all the bridges in the world were fixed, it would be a better place!

You know what I'm saying! Let's see how much you want this bridge fixed!

A bridge like this is no problem for me!

But I'm really glad you came to see me!

I've been stuck out here, all on my own! I could cry!

Well, I've got other bridges I need to repair! I'll see you around!

Hold on! You expect me to work for nothing?!

I just put a lot of energy into that repair work!

“Thought For The Week”

A skeleton without calcium is like a day without sunshine!

“Pirate Notice Board”

Conquer your fear of dogs! Get ahead in your career!

A pirate who isn't afraid of dogs will make ideal Captain material!

Let's Beat The Fear Together!

Wh...what happened?!

Thank you, matey! My memory is a bit blurry...

But it looks like you helped me out!

I never dreamed I'd be saved by someone wearing green tights...

...One more thing, matey! There's something I need you to help me with...

Come this way!

I want you to check if my crewmates in here are safe or not.

I'd love to help you, but I'm still feeling a little dizzy...

Thanks, matey! Love the tights!

Thanks, matey!

We've returned to our senses!

You're right, but... If we go and get attacked...

We'll end up possessed again...

Er...matey? Can you do us a little favour?

Can you help our crewmates who are still in trouble?

We're begging you, matey!

Please save our crewmates!

Thanks, matey! Wait a second!

You say you won't help us, matey?!

Didn't we give you our treasure? You should repay us...

There! I opened the door!

Our crewmates' lives are in your hands!

We're counting on you, matey!

Someone's got to save our ship!

I bet our crewmates have been possessed too!

We need to help them out!