(Paper Mario ost - Mt. Rugged)

"Here we are!" The conductor said. "Mt. Rugged!"

The Party soon exit the station.

"So this is Mt Rugged. Interesting." Edelgard said.

"Passengers heading for Dry Dry Desert or Dry Dry Outpost, should proceed directly Mt. Rugged from this station."

"Okay, guess we should head up over there. But we should also be care to watch out for enemies." Levi said they walked off and looked at the tall mountain above.

"So we have to climb this part to head over to Dry Dry Desert?" Elliot asked.

"Yep." Mario said as they proceeded to go climb the top while being wary of the Monty Moles, and as they were climbing… they heard something.

"Hey, have you found any of them yet?"

"No, not yet."

"Ah, let's keep looking, they're gotta be around here somewhere."

"Hmm?" Luigi wondered.

"I recognized that voice." Felix said as they walked around and climbed a little harder… and then a Paratroopa accidentally bonked into Jusis.

"OOF!" Jusis yelp

"Oh, I am so sorry! I was looking for something and not watching where I was going." The Paratroopa said before taking a look at them. "Wait a minute… you're the Mario Bros and Class VII!"

"Yeah, we're them alright… are you… Parakarry by any chance?" Mario asked.

"Why, yes I am!" Parakarry said.

"Is something the matter Parakarry?" A voice asked as they turned to see a woman coming toward them.

(BGM paused)

(Fire Emblem Three Houses ost - Respite and Sunlight)

"Oh, just ran into the Mario Bros and Class VII. Nothing to worry about, Ingrid."

"I thought that voice was familiar." Felix said.

"Oh, there you are Felix! And Professor Byleth! I was looking for you and everyone else!" Ingrid smiled. "And fancy seeing you here Class VII."

"What brought you out here in the desert of all places?" Felix asked.

"I was looking for His Highness and everyone else. I spotted someone familiar heading here but I lost track of them. I was going to head back, but then I bump into Parakarry. He explained what was going on and I wanted to help him out." Ingrid explained. "He dropped all of the letters around the Mushroom Kingdom, and I've been trying to help him."

"I know I dropped a few here somewhere…" Parakarry said.

"So, what brings you all out here?" Ingrid asked.


One explanation later...

"That's… A lot to take into. Honestly, the Mushroom Kingdom truly is an extraordinary place."Ingrid blinked. "I honestly remember that fiend Bowser though. I cannot believe he abducted the Princess like that. Even taken several of her guests hostages and ruin my meal!" Ingrid pouted as the group sweatdrop. "Sorry, getting offside here. Is it all right that I join you? I know my Pegasus and I can be a big help." She said and then she whistle. Then heard a horse neigh and wings flying, then the Pegasus landed near Ingrid.

"Oh right. Your Pegasus will be a huge help." Gaius smiled

"Ooh! I wanna ride it! I wanna ride it!" Millium cheered.

"Wait- Millium!" Jusis exclaimed but too late. Millium hop onto Ingrid's Pegasus's saddle. "Come on Pegasus! Let's fly!"

Ingrid's Pegasus neighed as it preach and then fly away.

"Whoa! Hey!" Ingrid exclaimed.

"Woohoo! All right!" Millium exclaimed.

"Ugh that unrestrained child!" Jusis palm face.

"We're so sorry Ingrid, Millium has… boundless energy." Alisa and the rest of her classmates bow in apology.

"I can see that…" Ingrid sweatdrop. "So she give you a hard time?"

"Countless." Jusis answered.

"I see." Ingrid turn to the sky and whistle. "Heel girl! Heel! Come back to me!"

Ingrid's Pegasus respond to her and then floated down to her side and Millium hop off.

"Woohoo! That was fun!" Millium cheered.

"Millium you can't just hop onto someone's ho- I mean Pegasus like that!" Alisa scolded.

"Have you forgotten how much trouble you cause me back in Thors when you ridden my horse?" Jusis added. "You clearly spooked Miss Ingrid's Pegasus."

"Huh? I did?" Millium title her head.

"Oh Millium…" Rean sighed.

"She certainly is a lively child." Edelgard said.

"Too lively." Hubert nodded. "I should make a note that she never approach you."

"That's not necessary Hubert."

"It's all right. She didn't mean to spook." Ingrid calming her Pegasus. "Shhh. It's all right. There there."

"Once again, we apologize for this child behavior." Jusis sighed.

"It's all right. I'm sure my Pegasus was startled of course, but once she's calm down. She'll be ready to ride again. Although I don't think she'll allow Millium on her again."

"Aww, why not?" Millium asked

"Have you already forgotten?" Jusis sighed.

The entire group sweatdrop.

"Still, you taken your Pegasus well." Gaius said. "If it all right that I pet her too?"

"I… wouldn't recommended." Ingrid shake her head. "Pegasi aren't comfortable with men, even if they are friendly, I'm afraid."

"Oh I see... But that's odd. Shigure's Pegasus allow me to pet her and even ride her."

"Well that's because the Pegasi in Corrin's world are a different breed from our pegasus. They allow men to ride them." Byleth explained

"Interesting…" Hubert rub his chin.

"I never knew there are different breeds of Pegasi outside of Fodlan! Truly this is fascinating." Ingrid said. "Maybe some of the men who wanted to be Pegasus Knights can finally live up to their dreams!"

"Indeed. How did you enjoy your Pegasus ride Gaius?" Byleth asked

"Like I'm truly one with the wind." Gaius chuckled.

"I was considering planning to ride a Pegasus. Perhaps we should speak with Corrin about this." Jusis nodded

"I visit Corrin's world before. Maybe I can guide you there." Rean offered

"The world outside of Zemeria is truly an interesting place." Sara chuckled. "But as much as we like to discuss more, we should focus on the Star Spirits for now."

"Oh right! We got so side track with this conversation we nearly forgotten." Rean said.

"You're right. My apologize. Anyway, me and my Pegasus will be happy to join you, if you allow us." Ingrid smiled

"Welcome aboard Ingrid." Byleth smiled

"If that's the case, then feel free to switch out with me." Felix said and then hop into Byleth's pocket.

"Wah! Felix, what are you doing in Professor Byleth's pocket? How are you doing that?" Ingrid exclaimed

"I'm trying out this RPG mechanism where you can switch party members. I won't make a mess. I'll be training while adventuring. It's surprisingly roomy in here."

"I know right? But do try to keep your sword practice away from me." Linhardt request.

"Seriously Felix? Wait, Linhardt's there too? Now I got more questions, but it's best to ask another time. Anyway, I'll be looking forward on journeying with you." Ingrid smiled

"Oh ho! I'm coming along too!" Parakarry said.

"Make some room, guys!" Bombette said and hopped into Mario's pockets. "Oooh, it's roomy in here!"

"Welcome to the pocket. Population… well, us." Kooper said.

"And a bunch of items! Seriously, how does he have so much room in these pockets?" Goombario asked.

(BGM ended)

(Resuming Mt Rugged)

"Alright, onward!" Parakarry said as they walked across Mt. Rugged where Mario had found a Quake Hammer while Ingrid with her Pegasus found a letter nearby and took it, while Parakarry found another one. And Hubert found one as well.

"Found one!" Ingrid smiled.

"I believe I found a letter." Hubert said

"As did I!" Parakarry chuckled as they pressed onward, as they soon got on a bridge and kept walking.

(BGM paused)

(Paper Mario ost - Mini-Boss)

"Hey there! Hold up a sec, pardners!" A voice said as they turned to see a giant buzzard landing in front of them.

"A talking vulture hmm? Interesting." Hubert said with a grin on his face.

"Let's see here…" He looked through a list. "Uh-huh… mhm… just what I thought." He said. "Sorry, can't let y'all pass."

"Why not?" Mario asked.

"Well, Bowser told me that I shouldn't let the Mario Bros, Class VII and any of their friends cross the desert. So spill it… are y'all them?"

"We are. And you're telling us you're going to get in our way?" Jusis cross his arm.

"That's right. And since you all kindly admit it. Prepare fer yer whuppin'!"

"I think not." Hubert said with a smirked as he snap his fingers and Mire B appeared over the Buzzard and strike him.

"SWAAK!" The Buzzard yelp in fan as he fall on the ground as Hubert approach him.

"You know. I hear that Vultures are messengers of death. That they can foresee the death of those they stumped upon their path. And yet here we are, a vulture who stood against Lady Edelgard's path, only to realize it's own demise. Quite Ironic, isn't it?" Hubert smirked as he lend closer. "Any last words?"

"M-Mercy!"

"Sorry, fresh out of one." Hubert smirked and snap his finger and cast Death Γ on the buzzard as it scream in pain and it disappeared

(BGM ended)

(Resuming Paper Mario ost - Mt. Rugged)

"Bwahahaha!" Levi burst into laughter. "Oh, that was hilarious! So ruthless! I like you."

"That was literally terrifying…" Machias gulp. "Remind me not to piss him off."

"My apologize if Hubert has frighten you all. I can assure you he means you no harm." Edelgard sighed.

"Well." Jusis clear his throat. "At any rate. Our way is clear. Let us be off."

They nodded, and then they headed off, and a few minutes later, they walked into Dry Dry Desert.

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Dry Dry Desert Trek)

"Yep. There's that temperature of the desert." Machias sighed.

"Okay, guess it's time I do that." Levi nodded and then he snap his finger and magic breeze everyone and now they don't feel hot from the desert anymore.

"Whoa! I don't feel hot anymore!" Alisa exclaimed

"What did you do just now?" Hubert asked

"Relax, I didn't so anything that is threatening. I just cast a spell an Anti-heat spell on us."Levi answered

"An Anti-heat spell?" Laura asked

"It's a spell to change the temperature of heat around you like normal balance temperature."

"That's an interesting spell." Hubert said.

"I agree. If such a spell exist, I'm sure Sylvain will be most pleased to use it." Ingrid nodded

"Can you teach me that spell too, Levi?" Emma asked

"Of course." Levi smiled

"Wait, how come you didn't cast that spell on us when we first met?" Machias asked.

"Um, hello, you forgotten the era we live in now? Magic was believed to be a fairy tale in the past. If I cast magic, you people would probably freak out."

"That's… true… yeah you made your point…"

"I can understand his reason. I was the same when we first met." Emma nodded.

"But now we know magic exist and we're in different worlds so we're okay out in the open." Celine said.

"Wait…" Edelgard said. "Does anyone else feel like they're being followed?"

"Yeah." Rean nodded they turned around but saw nothing… but as they turned around, a few Bandits were right there.

"Get 'em! Get their stuff!" A Bandit ordered.

"Even this world has some bandit problems. It's time we purge them." Hubert said.

"I couldn't agree more." Levi said as got out his Glaive. "Which one of you is ready to die?"

"Get em!" One of them said… Only to get easily defeated as they disappeared.

"Do bandits cause problem in your world?" Jusis asked.

"Not all the time." Mario answered as they walked further until they came across a camp site.

"Wait a minute!" Kooper popped out. "Is that… it is! It's Professor Kolorado!" He said and ran off. "Professor Kolorado!"

"Hmm?" A Koopa turned to them. "Oh, hello young man, who are you?"

"It's me, Kooper! Your neighbor!"

"Oh, Kooper! I hardly recognized you." Kolorado said. "To be fair, I'm always out on an expedition. How's my wife?"

"She's doing well. I'm on an expedition too with my new friends!"

"Ah, excellent, my dear boy! I'm sure you'll be a good scavenger in no time!" Kolorado said. "We're on an expedition for Dry Dry Ruins!"

"So are we." Kooper said.

"Ah… wonderful! What have you discovered so far?"

"We just got here actually."

Kolorado chuckled. "Is that so? Well if you made some tremendous discovery, be sure to let me know." He said as he went back to his work with the other Koopas as they walked off, but not before Parakarry giving Kolorado some mail and then they walked off as they wandered into Dry Dry Outpost… when they bumped into someone.

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Mysterious Dry Dry Outpost)

"Oh, sorry!" Apologize a young man who Byleth recognize.

"Ignatz, is that you?" Byleth asked.

"Huh? Oh! Professor Byleth! Leonie! Class VII, And everyone else!" Ignatz exclaimed. "It's so good to see you all."

"What bring you out here in the desert Ignatz?" Gaius asked.

"Oh, I was just looking into the guidebook I bought from the store while back. And I read a chapter about Dry Dry Desert about an oasis. I thought I can paint a picture of it."

"I see, have you started it, Ignatz?"

"No, sadly, I couldn't find it. No wait... I should stay more focused on my education instead of Art. Forget I said anything."

"Huh? Why?" Levi asked

"I take it this has something to do with your personal reason?" Jusis asked

"Yes actually. It involve a family matter. I'm sure some of you know this, I have a passion for art. I always admire the beauty and the details and all of it. I wanted to become an artist… However, I'm afraid that dream is impossible now." Ignatz sighed.

"Why would you say that? Did someone offend your work?" Emma asked.

"Oh no! No one has, before the rest of you know, I have been keeping it a secret. The thing is my father wants me to become a knight. I want to honor my father's wish, but at the same time, I want to continue my passion for art. I'm in a conflict with myself."

"Ah. I think I understand what's troubling you." Gaius said. "You wanted to be an artist. But at the same time, you want to honor your father's wish to become a Knight. However, you fear your father would be disappointed in you because you want to follow your passion instead of his wish."

"That's the gist of it." Ignatz sighed.

"I understand how you feel actually Ignatz." Ingrid said.

"You do Ignatz?"

"I do. You see, I wanted to be a knight of the royal family like the stories back in Faerghus. It has been my dream since I was little. However, I'm also at an impasse because of my duty."

"Your duty Ingrid?" Ignat asked

"Yes. My duty of being the heir of House Galatea. Galatea is not a wealthy nor a good place for crops to grow. My father has been working tirelessly to feed my family as well as his people. The only way we can manage is if I was married in order to preserve our house. But I also wanted to help rid of his burden any way I can. Even if it means I mustn't pursue my dreams."

"Ingrid…"

"I believe there is a way for you both to continue pursuing your dream." Byleth said.

"Professor Byleth?" Ingrid turn to Byleth.

"Ingrid, you wish to become an ideal knight correct?" Byleth asked as Ingrid nodded. "And you Ignatz, you wanted to continue your dream while also honoring your father's wishes right?"

"Yes, that's right." Ignatz nodded.

"Well, I believe there is a possibility for you both to fulfilling both your duty as well as your dream."

"You really think so?"

"Of course. Although I don't know much about the details, I do know that there's always a possibility to continue your dreams while also following your duty." Byleth nodded

"I have to agree with Professor Byleth as well." Gaius nodded. "Although I don't know much about Fodlan, nor of it's environment, but what I do know is that there's always a chance of possibilities to be even realized."

"Yeah, can't you be both at the same time too?" Alisa asked.

"You mean to follow both my dream and duty?" Ingrid asked.

"And following my passion for Art and becoming a Knight?" Ignatz asked.

"Of course. After all, there are nobles who enjoy art as you do Ignatz. If they see you becoming a knight, while also have a keen eye in art, many nobles would want you in their service. And as for you Ingrid, I understand the situation of your territory, but there is a way for you to become the knight of the royal family, even if you are wed. Have you ever discussed your dream with your father?" Byelth asked

"No. I have not." Ingrid shake her head.

"Then there's your problem. You never told your father because of the burden he is carrying. I believe your father would also wants you to live out your dream, Ingrid. After all, becoming a knight to the king is no doubt beneficial to you and your house. Even if you are wed. It's not too late for you to abandon your dream. Same with you Ignatz. It's too early to jump into that."

"Professor…" Ingrid said with a surprised look on her face and then smiled as she giggled. "I had never consider that was an option. Perhaps there is a way as you said."

"Yeah. And it's true that there are nobles who value art. Being able to fulfill my father's wish following my passion at the same time. I never consider the possibility of that happening. You really open our eyes professor." Ignatz smiled

"It's my duty as your professor to always listen to your troubles and offer any wisdom I can help. Remember to never abandon your dreams. Both of you. There's always a way to keep moving forward." Byleth smiled

"Yes, professor!" Both Ignatz and Ingrid nodded

"Wow, Professor Byleth, I can really see you being the popular professor." Alisa giggled.

"Indeed. You might say you even put Instructor Sara to shame." Laura nodde

"I'll say- Hey wait a minute! What's that suppose to mean?" Sara pouted.

"Do you really want us to answer that question, Sara?" Fie ask with a smirked.

And so the group laughed.

"Are you all done with this whole warm and comfort business?" Felix asked in Byleth's pocket. "Have you all forgotten why we're here?"

"Oh right! We keep getting sidetrack for some reason." Rean said.

"Oh right. And since I was the one who brought it up. So it's on me. So why are you all here?" Ignatz asked.


One explanation later...

"What?! I remember what happened back in the castle but King Bowser did something like that?!"

"And that's why we're here on a journey to rescue them. You in, Ignatz?" Leonie asked

"Of course!"

"Perfect, In that case, feel free to switch with me." Leonie said as she hop into Byleth's pocket.

"Welcome aboard Leonie, to our paradise in the professor's pocket." Linhardt said

"Honestly, I'm surprised there's enough space here." Leonie said.

"What just happen?" Ignatz blinked.

"It's an RPG mechanism where you can switch parties. Let's leave it at that." Byleth explained "Anyway, we need to find some way to get into Dry Dry Ruins. But the question is, how and where do we find it?"

"Perhaps we should split up and see if we can get any information." Sara suggest.

"Agreed. We shall split into groups. But remember to be careful with your surrounding. And watch your back." Hubert said.

The group nodded and then begin to split up into groups. The group begin to ask around town for any information about Dry Dry Ruins. A few minutes have passed and they all regroup.

"So have we found anything everyone?" Rean asked.

"Not much on our end. We learn a few things in the history of this place." Alisa answered.

"Same with us I'm afraid. What should we do?" Ingrid asked.

"Actually, I think I can answer that." Ignatz said.

"What did you find Ignatz?" Gaius asked

"I met this informant goes by the name of Sheek. I ask him about Dry Dry Ruins. We must find someone named Moustafa in his town. Only he knows how to find the resting place of Dry Dry Ruins. He's somewhere in town, however, only his close followers know where he is. He did say he could tell us, but only if we have a lemon we can give him. It can be found in the oasis outside of town." Ignatz answered

"Nicely done Ignatz. We're finally getting somewhere at least." Machias praised.

"Well, I'm glad I can help."

"So let's head to the Oasis and get that Lemon." Gaius nodded

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Dry Dry Desert Trek)

The group nodded and then exit town to head down to the desert. As they taken out a few more bandits and pokeys. They soon reach the oasis.

"This is it! The Oasis I was talking about!" Ignatz cheered.

"This truly is a beautiful one." Gaius smiled.

"I must agree. I never thought there would be a natural scenery here in the desert of all places." Edelgard smiled

"Indeed. But sadly, we have to hurry to save the Star Spirit." Ingrid stated.

"You're right. Let's find the Lemon and head back to that informant." Byleth said,

"Understood." Ignatz nodded

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Mysterious Dry Dry Outpost)

And so they head back to town and them return to look for that informant again. Soon they met him.

"Hello Mr. Sheek." Ignatz greeted

"Ah, we meet again young one. You got something nice?" He asked.

"I do. Here." Ignatz then give him the Lemon.

"Oh, heavenly! A Lemon! The nicest of nice things! You have proven you're nice by giving me my favorite things. And since you're so nice, yes, I'll tell you something very nice."

"So how can we see Moustafa?"

"To find Mr. Moustafa, go to the shop in this town. First buy a dried shroom. Then buy a dusty Hammer. You must buy them in the correct order, yes? Remember, Dried Shroom first and then Dusty Hammer. That is a secret sign known to those loyal to Moustafa. If you buy these things, in the correct order, the owner of the shop will let you see Mr. Moustafa."

"Okay, I understand. Thank you Mr. Shreek."

"No problem. Just remember, you must not buy them in the incorrect order!"

"Yes, of course. I'll remember that. Thank you." Ignatz nodded with a smile and then turn to the others.

"Okay, now let's go." Byleth nodded as they head to the shop. Once they found the shop. They begin to buy in the order they received from Sheek.

"Wait a minute here!" Exclaimed the shopkeeper. "Buying the Dusty Hammer after the Dried Shroom… is a secret sign that only friends of Mr. Moustafa know!"

"Yes, we're with Mr. Moustafa. If there a way we can meet him? We have something important to discuss with him." Edelgard asked.

"Sure. He's usually up on the highest part of Dry Dry Outpost. To go there, just head to the end of the blue house. You should see a door there. I'll let Mr. Moustafa know that you're coming."

"Understood. Thank you." Edelgard nodded and then they left the shop.

"Wait, isn't that the building where we meet our informant?" Ingrid asked

"Now that you mention it, you're right." Elliot nodded.

They made their way to the blue house where the Informant is. But he's no longer there. And then they open and then enter the house and walk upstairs. Once they made it to the roof area, they made their way by going up again and then found a house. They knock on the door.

"Come in."

They enter the room and found Sheek.

"Hello young one and his friends. We meet again." Shreek said

"Mr. Sheek? Why are you here?" Ignatz asked.

"Ooh… I get it. You're actually Moustafa." Millium said.

"What?"

Sheek took off his robe.

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Moustafa)

"I am Moustafa. I'm the one you've been seeking all this time. When I'm out and about in Dry Dry Outpost. I use the name Sheek."

"I thought something was amiss. But it appears the one who Ignatz got his information was actually the one we're looking for." Edelgard said. "I'm guessing you are hiding your identity for a personal reason?"

"Yes, my friend. Do apologize for the trouble you went through to find me. But let's go back to business, shall we? You seek to head into Dry Dry Ruins? I have a feeling you all are on an important journey."

"That's correct. It's a dangerous one at that. Can you tell us the way to Dry Dry Ruins?" Rean asked.

"Of course. I will tell you the secret Dry Dry Ruins is a very important place. My ancestors have watch over it for many generations. If I do not keep evil folk out of the ruins, who will? You must promise me that you will tell no one this secret!"

"I see. If words get out. It would cause you some trouble." Millium said.

"Sure, we'll keep this between us." Sara nodded

"Good. Now, here. Use this." Moustafa said as he pulled out a stone.

"What a beautiful stone… What is this?" Ignatz asked.

"This is the Pulse Stone. It is the key help you find Dry Dry Ruins. You must take it to the desert. The Pulse Stone will flash if you get closer to it's whereabouts. The closer you get, the faster it flashes."

"It almost sounds like it's a radar or something." Alisa said.

"Ahh I see. It's actually a key, or possible a dowsing tool." Hubert said. "This stone is enchanted to 'reveal' the ruins beneath the sands. Or rather, undo the seal of Dry Dry Ruins that solve the mystery of the sands."

"It is as you said my dark friend. Follow the stone to where it leads you, and it will open the path." Moustafa said.

"Thank you so much Moustafa. We'll be going now." Mario nodded

"Take care."

The group nodded and then begin to exit Moustafa's hideout, return to the town and then return to the entrance of Dry Dry Outpost

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Dry Dry Desert Trek)

"All right. Now we got what we need to find Dry Dry Ruins." Rean said as he pull out the Pulse Stone.

"The stone really looks beautiful, don't you think?" Ignatz asked.

"Indeed it has. Still, if we want to find Dry Dry Ruins, we need to use this stone to find it." Gaius nodded.

"But in order to find its location. We must wonder the desert." Hubert said.

"So far, there's no luck out here. Perhaps we should walk back to where we came and see a reaction." Edelgard suggest.

"Sounds like a plan. Okay, let's go everyone." Sara nodded

"Right!" Everyone said.

They begin to head back to the desert road. As soon as they pass the road where the mouse guy who is sitting by the tree. The Pulse Stone begin to react with a small flash and beep.

"Oh! It react!" Emma said.

"I think reacted toward. Let's head there." Celine advised.

As soon as they did. They see the status of the pokey and it react again.

"It reacted again." Laura said.

"Hmm… I think it's directing us to head right from here." Byleth said.

"I'm feeling excited all of the sudden!" Ignatz chuckled.

"Well, we are going to find an ancient ruins after all. It's only natural you feel that way." Edelgard said as they turn left and continue going forward.

"And when it's ancient, we're going to discover an ancient civilization beneath the sand." Hubert darkly chuckled. "I wonder what secret the ruins have."

"Artifacts at best. Even ancient Art." Ingrid shrug.

"Now I really can stop the excitement." Ignatz chuckled.

It begin to flash faster and beeping a little louder.

"It's going faster so sudden!" Levi said.

"We must be getting close." Sara said.

It begin to flash and beeping louder and even faster.

"We must be getting closer." Jusis said.

"I'm getting excited all of the sudden." Emma giggled.

"That's the spirit of adventure kids." Sara chuckled.

"It's pointing to the direction to the left. Let us be off." Hubert advised

And they continue to go left and then found a stone pedestal.

"Is this a rock?" Elliot asked.

"No, it looks like some sort of pedestal." Ignatz said.

"Judging from the size of the Pulse Stone, I think we found the 'lock'. Byleth said

"And the stone is reacting rapidly. Perhaps we should place it there." Edelgard suggest.

Once Mario place the Pulse Stone at the pedestal. The beeping stop and suddenly the pedestal sink down into the sand with the Pulse Stone.

(BGM ended)

(Paper Mario ost - Dry Dry Ruins Revealed)

Suddenly a large earthquake rumbled the entire area as the sky turn dark and wind begin to rise up into a smoke circle while it howl. Then the ruins rose from the sand, revealing Dry Dry Ruins.

(BGM ended)

"Whoa…" Rean respond.

"That was… quite the dramatic entrance." Ingrid stated

"The Sky was just bright a moment ago. And now it turns dark." Edelgard said as she look surprised.

"I must admit. I'm quite intrigued. Both how the ruins rise from the ground as the sky turn dark. And how the entrance reveals to us." Hubert smirked.

"I'm… honestly shocked… and awe at the same time." Ignatz said. "I can't wait to tell the others about this.

"Sheesh. That was so loud through. It was quite scary to say the least." Linhardt said in Byleth's pocket.

"As impressive as the entrance was. I'm more interested in what lies beyond the ruins." Felix said in Byleth's pocket.

"It was lucky of us that we didn't get sand in our eyes. That much is certain." Leonie added in Byleth's pocket

"Yeah. And inside that ruin is one of the Star Spirits is being held." Levi nodded.

"Though it does bring me curious. How did Bowser and his follower manage to sneak the Star Spirit into the ruin and hide it in the sand?" Laura asked

"That's a very good question." Celine said.

"But the question is, how did Bowser know about this place?" Emma asked.

"It seems Bowser is more resourceful than we thought. He certainly chose a well-suited place to hide the Star Spirit from us." Jusis nodded.

"And whoever is holding the Star Spirit in his place must be tough. Unlike that of the Koopa Bros." Machias said.

"It's also possible we're going to be dealing with another of Ouroboros Enforcer." Fie added

Byleth said nothing as he look cautious.

"Is something the matter Professor Byleth?" Elliot asked.

"I'm not so sure but… It feels like there's someone else here… Outside I mean…" Byleth answered. "Hmm… No… I must be imagining things. Let's head inside. But remain caution."

"Right." Everyone nodded as they begin to enter the ruins. Byleth look back and no one is there.

Once they were inside.

"Hehehe. I had to admit. I'm surprised." A voice said and appeared was Campanella. "It seems the Mario Bros along with Class VII, the Ashen Demon and their friends managed to discover the secrets of the sand. That dramatic entrance was certainly fun to watch. Maybe I should continue watching."


I'm glad someone told Ingrid and Ignatz that. And Hubert is terrifying as always, hehe. I wonder how our villain will do when he's against Hubert.