Narrator: Kamen Rider Nebula and the Flame Emperor: better known as Gentaro Kisaragi and Edelgard von Hresvelg seem to be plotting something none of their friends could understand. However... WHAT IN THE WORLD? It seems like nearly everyone in the monastery has been transformed into monsters! The Phantom Siren, a Kamikiri Inves, the Jaguar Undead, three Fangires and two Orphnochs(though their abilities may not yet awaken, unlike Takumi and the others)Yet, in the meantime...

Seteth: As you have already been notified, your mission is to subdue some bandits. Our students have been learning about combat through study, but this is a precious opportunity to provide them with practical experience. The knights will support your mission and are prepared to offer their assistance if necessary. In short, this is no mock battle. You must be prepared for anything. You will receive a message from the knights when it is time to depart. Until then, use your time wisely.

Dimitri: This will be our first true battle. I'm looking forward to fighting alongside you, Professor.

Takumi: As am I.

Dimitri: During the mock battle, your commands were thoughtful and thorough, as was your strategy. With you on our side, I'm confident we will prevail. It seems we have some time to spare before our departure. Let's use this opportunity to prepare as best we can.

Jeralt: You seem well. Are you adjusting to life at the monastery?

Gentaro: Not quite. But with time, I might be able to.

Jeralt: By the way, I heard about those bandits. Your first assignment is to take them out, right? That's fairly routine for you by now, but don't forget it's the first real taste of battle for those brats. It'll be tougher to sleep at night if you let one of your little pupils die, so stay vigilant and lead them well. I wish I could offer you my support, but Lady Rhea won't allow it. For now, I'll try to figure out what she wants from you. I don't mind you settling into your life here, but don't let your guard down. Ever.

Edelgard: For some students, this will be their first time stepping onto a real battlefield. It's important that they're mentally prepared. As for me? Ha! Do I look green to you?

Gentaro: Not at all.

Dimitri: We have only just arrived at the academy, and we're already being sent out to take care of bandits. It is a noble mission, but one that will likely require battle. In practice, there is little difference between a battle and a war. Even with the support of the Knights of Seiros, we must still brace ourselves for the challenge.

Claude: Those bandits really didn't think things through, did they? They had to have known the knights would be after them the moment they entered the monastery's turf. Fine by me, though. I'm raring for some real combat experience. Any chance to grow is a good thing.

Hubert: I fully accept the necessity of real battle from time to time, but it is still a surprise to be tasked with punishing bandits without warning. It is a rather different sort of mission. It makes me wonder what the archbishop is planning...

Ferdinand: Do you know of the Aegir family? We have long held the position of prime minister in the Empire. The Empire's power lies with six noble families, my family foremost among them. The full explanation may be time-consuming. I can give you a moment to get ready, if you would like to take notes.

Ryutaros: I'm ready.

Ferdiand: All right. I will list the six great noble families. There's Caspar's father, Count Bergliez, the Minister of Military Affairs. Then there's Linhardt's father, Count Hevring, the Minister of Domestic Affairs. Beradetta's father, Count Varley, is the Minister of Religious Affairs. Hubert's father, Marquis Vestra, is the Minister of the Imperial Household. Finally we have Duke Gerth, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and my own father, Duke Aegir, the Prime Minister. One day, I will take his place as the prime minister of the Empire. I am more talented than anyone in my class — even Edelgard. I will lead the Empire to a bright, enlightened future.

Momotaros: That sounds like wishful thinking.

Ferdinand: There is nothing I cannot achieve.

Linhardt: Swimming through a sea of countless books, tracking down that single sought-after volume... It's absolute bliss. How do the poor fools who spend their days sharpening swords and polishing armor find any joy in life?

Bernadetta/Kamikiri Inves: Wh-what is it? I'm not doing anything!

Shotaro: Hey, what's this cake doing out here?

Bernadetta/Kamikiri Inves: Cake?! Oh, come on... That's just cruel.

Dorothea/Siren: Oh, Professor... Hello. I was just looking for my— Well, it's...it's like a pale blue cloth. Have you seen it?

Kintaros: Let's search for it.

Dorothea/Siren: Eh? Um... OK...

Caspar: Hey there, Professor! You here to check in on my training? Oh, that reminds me. I found this small cloth. It's kinda weird. Not really sure what it is, but it works great for wiping up sweat!

Kintaros: Huh...

Petra/Seamoon Fangire: Brigid has much more warmth than Fódlan. Even spring here has coolness! And you, Professor? Which do you find is worst? Too hot or too cold weather?

Urataros: The cold.

Petra/Seamoon Fangire: I have agreeance! In Brigid, I am able to be wearing much lighter clothes.

Dedue: It is better if you do not approach me. If you spend too much time around a man of Duscur, there will be rumors.

Felix/Jaguar Undead: For years, the boar prince and I were inseparable. I know him better than almost anyone else. So let me give you some advice. Beneath all that princely polish, he's an animal, nothing more. He's strong and skilled, sure. But don't place your trust in him as a human being. Take care he doesn't chew you up and spit you out.

Ashe: It's thanks to my adoptive father, Lonato, that a commoner like me is here at the academy. He is the very model of chivalry. Someday I'm going to be just like him.

Sylvain: Our first assignment is to take out some bandits? Did anyone tell Lady Rhea that people's lives are at stake? I lost my own brother to bandits... ...Is something someone has said at some point, I'm sure. OK. Not my finest attempt at humor.

Mercedes: The cathedral is nice and quiet. It's so relaxing... Oh, Professor. Did you come to pray to the goddess?

Kazuya: That's right.

Mercedes: Me too! Shall we pray together?

Annette: I've got to find out everyone's likes and dislikes so I know what to cook. Who knows when it will be my turn at kitchen duty! How about you, Professor? Do you like sweet or spicy food?

Shin: Sweet.

Annette: Ooh, same! I'll definitely remember that!

Ingrid: Felix, Sylvain and I have known each other since we were children. His Highness, as well. Though I should warn you that both Felix and Sylvain are a bit...challenging at times. The moment I take my eyes off them, they're off causing all kinds of trouble. It's always been that way.

Lorenz/Crab Fangire: It is the duty of every Fódlan noble to demonstrate piety toward Seiros. Have you also come to offer your prayers to the goddess, Professor?

Aruto: Not exactly.

Lorenz/Crab Fangire: I see. The truth is, I am not a particularly devoted believer either. But it would be unbecoming for a noble like me to neglect his prayers, wouldn't it?

Raphael: The next assignment is to track down bandits? Sounds like some training is in order! Tell me something, Professor. When it comes to a one-on-one battle, which is better? Strength or skill?

Tsukasa: Skill.

Raphael: You might be right. But when it's all said and done, I still think muscle comes out on top!

Ignatz: I'm so glad to be a student here, if only because I get to use this library. Reading books from all the regions of Fódlan... I feel almost like I'm visiting those places myself.

Haruto: You can learn so much from books.

Ignatz: I agree! They're brimming with the knowledge and experience of our ancestors.

Lysithea: There were way too many vegetables in today's meal. The ratio of vegetables to sweets was completely skewed... Oh! Hi, Professor! Were you just eavesdropping on me? Well...everyone knows a plateful of sweets is far preferred to a plateful of vegetables, regardless of age.

Marianne: Um, Professor? Our next mission is to go after a group of bandits. I'm...not very confident. I'm afraid I'll just hold everyone else back. I should probably stay behind for this one. Or help plan the attack instead.

Hilda: I'm bored! Maybe I should go into town... But that would be such a hassle. Oh! Hi, Professor. I'm rather busy right now, so do make it quick.

Ren: If you're busy, never mind.

Hilda: Are you sure? I thought you'd found me out for a moment there...

Leonie: Professor! Hey, do you know how old Captain Jeralt is?

Jeralt: That's enough, Leonie. If I don't know, how could my child know?

Leonie: It's not normal to forget your own age, you know. It's kind of worrisome, actually.

Jeralt: By the time you're forgetting your own age, you're past the point of caring.

Leonie: I guess if you put it that way, you've got a point...

Rhea: Thank you for paying me a visit. Is there anything troubling you? Or is there, perhaps, something I can help you with.

Joji: About the teachings of Seiros...

Rhea: Believers live their lives by her sacred wisdom. Please use the library's vast resources to learn more. I can often be found here, so if there is ever anything you need, please do not hesitate to pay me a visit.

Seteth: Inside the cathedral, there is a chapel dedicated to the Four Saints. Do you know of them? Saint Indech, Saint Macuil, Saint Cichol, and...

Flayn: Saint Cethleann! Who is your favorite, Professor?

Seteth: Now that you are a member of the church, be sure to familiarize yourself with our teachings and traditions.

Alois: Oh, Professor! How are you today? I'm just heading out for a mission. I'll be seeing you!

Emu: Good luck.

Alois: I don't need luck! This will be a piece of cake. I'll be back before you know it!

Entrance Hall-Daytime

Edelgard: Perfect timing, Professor. I just received word from the knights. They've located the bandits.

Hubert: It seems they have them cornered. They are in Zanado, the Red Canyon.

Ashe: We certainly can't allow those underhanded thieves to get away. Let's work together and do our best to take them down!

Dedue: It matters not who we're up against. They will not harm His Highness.

Leonie: I'm itching to put my skills to the test as well. We have to win so Captain Jeralt can see how much I've learned!

Ignatz: I thought Jeralt wasn't coming with us. Either way, I'll give it everything I've got.

Marianne: Um... Even if I go, it's not like I'd be of any use...

Lysithea: That's enough of that. If we don't work together and give it our all, we are doomed to fail.

Hilda: You can be pretty intense sometimes, Lysithea. But I agree! Let's do our best!

Haruto: Wow. Everyone is so eager. Let's bring Kostas and his gang to justice!

Sothis: So, we are taking children into battle, are we? I am not certain I will be able to sleep soundly after beholding something like that... I shall allow you to turn back the hands of time, but know this power is not infinite!

Takumi: True. But our power definitely is infinite as long as we fight for justice.

Edelgard: So this is the Red Canyon... A ruin of sorts by the look of it. Let's end this quickly. The thieves must have been driven back. Be careful, or the cornered mice might bite us.

Kostas: The knights chased us all the way here?!

Thief: Chief, let's get out of here! There's no way we can win against them!

Kostas: Shut your dumb mouth! Where would we go at this point? You can't be a thief if you fear death!

Dimitri: According to our information, there is a back road to the west. Let's split up and approach from the west and the front. If we advance cleverly, we attack from both sides and gain the advantage. I'll leave the rest to you, Professor. But before all else, we'll need to cross the bridge.

Edelgard: Regrettable...but there was no other way.

Hubert: Allow me to clean this up for you, Lady Edelgard.

Ferdinand: These ruffians are no match for a noble like me!

Linhardt: I...I killed them. What have I done? The blood...

Caspar: Are all real battles this exciting? Come on, let's get on to the next one!

Bernadetta: I don't care if they're stealing! Can I go home?!

Dorothea: So, is making us experience a real battle part of the church's teachings?

Petra: People and beasts are as one. Calm your heart, and do not be worried about this killing.

Momotaros: Weakling!

Dimitri: I know they are just thieves, but this never gets easier for me…

Felix: Finished already? I was hoping for more of a challenge.

Ashe: If I'd hesitated… that would've been me.

Sylvain: I had to do it. Don't hate me, please.

Ingrid: I can't relax here. We need to prepare for our next battle!

Annette: I did it! See? I'm a great fighter!

Mercedes: I hope the goddess blesses them to rest in peace…

Dedue: Still whole and sound, I hope…

Takumi: You wasted my time, I ended your life. Simply that.

Claude: We were taken by surprise last time, but... I guess this is what we can expect when battling thieves.

Lorenz: It is a noble's duty to guard the welfare of the people. Nothing personal.

Hilda: I was planning to just sit back and watch. But hey, I got one!

Ignatz: I'm sorry... I didn't have a choice.

Raphael: This is my first real fight. I guess I'm pretty strong!

Lysithea: A precious opportunity to test my own strength. I won't make waste of your deaths.

Marianne: Please forgive me, Goddess...and save their souls...

Leonie: This is what I've trained for!

Aruto: The joke's on all of you, jokers!

Kostas: Y-you're... It can't be! The mercenary from before? So what, now you're pals with the knights? I'll kill you and your pesky brats!(Gentaro finishes him off)Why? I did what you wanted.(We see a helmet-less Gentaro not as Fourze but as Nebula)

Gentaro: You made a mistake, and now, your payment is due!

Kostas: I should have never listened to you idiots... What a mistake...

Gentaro: No, you were the idiot for the mistake you made all by yourself! I hope you 'enjoy' your stay in the eternal flames.

Edelgard: Thank you for leading us, Professor. Though I suppose there was no way we could lose to a familiar foe. In any case, something about this canyon feels...inexplicably strange.

Takumi: It's funny, but I remember this being a peaceful place...

Sothis: Hmm... I wonder why it is that you recall this place. You must be weak of heart. Each time I speak, it scares you so.

Takumi: You surprised me.

Sothis: Although the battle's at an end, do not feel too at ease. Well, anyhow... I am quite fascinated by this place. As far as I can tell, this is your first time here...

Takumi: Still, it feels familiar.

Sothis: How very odd. I wonder if somehow, my memories have... Hmm. I must admit I am unsure. Beyond the name and this strange feeling of familiarity, I can't seem to remember anything about this place. And yet...a great depth of emotion is tied to that sense of familiarity. Like joy and sorrow. Pain and love. And all things in between... If I was somehow here before, I wonder what took place...

Dimitri: Professor? We should return to the monastery soon. We're all ready for the journey.

Sothis: It is time to depart. But know that time reveals all things. One day, I will remember that which I have lost... Oh, by the way. It seems you've earned my gratitude. The thieves who came here are no more.

Takumi: Why are you...

Sothis: I am not sure myself, yet I am grateful all the same. In any case... You must become accustomed to my voice! If you fall down with shock each time I speak, that just won't do. Oh... You think you're standing strong? Of course you are! It was a jest.

Entrance Hall-Afternoon

Haruto: Hey Takumi, you seem puzzled.On the way back, you seemed transfixed by the canyon. Did something happen there?

Takumi: Actually...

Haruto: It seemed familiar to you? Huh. Can't say the same. Maybe it's a memory from when you were a child. Or from a past life. Anyway, if you can't remember, I guess there isn't really much more to be said.

Gentaro: The area was covered in ruins, each more curious than the last. They did not match the architectural style of any era or culture within the Empire. Or across all of Fódlan, for that matter. That can only mean one thing... The valley's civilization must have flourished and fallen in the distant past, long before the Empire was established. Who do you think lived there?

Takumi: A culture long since perished.

Haruto: Subterranean beings.

Gentaro: Could be both. Heh, it's possible they weren't even human. Hmm, perhaps their remnants still influence this world...

Haruto: Although, I'll admit, there is something about that canyon that has me captivated as well. How did Zanado come to be called the Red Canyon? Nothing there...was actually red...

Audience Chamber-Daytime

Rhea: So, you have safely disposed of those bandits. I pray that their souls find salvation. But why did they target the students to begin with? We must further investigate the true cause of all that took place. Until we know more, I ask that you support the students and relieve them of any unnecessary worry.

Haruto: Of course.

Rhea: Good. I have high expectations for you. By the way, how was your time in Zanado? Legend has it, in ancient times, a goddess alighted upon this world in that very canyon. For a goddess from heavens, Zanado could only have been a temporary haven.

Takumi: A goddess?

Gentaro: A temporary haven?

Rhea: Long ago, the divine Seiros received a revelation from the goddess. A gift, to help the lost. The goddess is always watching over Fódlan from her kingdom above. However, in ancient times, the goddess graced this world with her presence and offered salvation to the people here. She is the mother of all life, the arbiter of every soul.

Haruto: We didn't know that before.

Rhea: I see. During your time here, I pray that you come to devote yourself to the teachings of Seiros.

Seteth: Uh...Lady Rhea, I am sorry to interrupt. There is something I must ask about in regard to those bandits...

Rhea: As you wish. We shall continue our discussion when next we meet.

Cathedral-Daytime

Sothis: A goddess... I have no memory of her. But then... I have no memory at all! Oh, how bothersome! It is as though I know...and yet I don't. Perhaps Zanado was my home back when the goddess walked the land. If so... What does that make me now? A ghost?

Takumi: I don't know.

Sothis: Hmm... No. That cannot be. I am most certainly alive. Of course, we also have the mystery of why I'm here with you. Is it somehow connected? Perhaps some past regret is stopping me from moving on, and now I'm forced to stay with you instead... No, that's not it! I can't believe in such a meaningless existence! I... I...

(As nightfall approaches, Gentaro as Nebula finds a white-clad warrior waiting for him)

Apocalypse: So, our secret remains as such?

Gentaro: It does, Ryusei.

Ryusei: That's what I hoped for!

(Edelgard as the Flame Emperor, and another black-clad warrior join them. The knight is then revealed to be none other than Jeritza)

Jeritza: Sounds like all is proceeding as planned.

Gentaro: Yes, but there's one loose end neither we nor our partner would want interfering...(Soon enough, Kuzu Yummies are knocked out as Dr. EX looks on to see Nebula's gang and the other two masked warriors bearing down on him)

Dr. EX: Wait! Don't shoot! Okay, okay, shoot me, but don't take my money!

Nebula: We don't want your money... moon man!

Apocalypse: Say your prayers!