There are better ways to kill time. Care to try one?

Why the constant sullen face? Can't you at least smile for me? Good. That's what I want to see... Yes, there's no one better suited to solve your problems than me... Isn't that right?

That girl... Amiya, I believe her name was? She's no ordinary girl. If you don't put shackles on her wrists today, you will find yourself placing a crown upon her head tomorrow.

The stability of the alliance between Karlan and Rhodes Island depends solely on your state of mind, and mine. As such, we should at least try to get along, my friend.

I suppose... it's high time I signed this contract. Of course, I do know that the terms are in yours, and Rhodes Island's favor.

I'm well aware that this contract offers me nothing... But what does that matter? I shall nonetheless accept this unequal treaty. The reason being that I, SilverAsh, recognize that you warrant it.

Is Ensia giving you trouble? My apologies. It was originally my own responsibility to foster and guide her, but it's unlikely I will be able to do so. So I must ask... could you do it in my stead, {@nickname}?

Could you show me to Rhodes Island's deck? No, I'd just like to get a view of the area. Tenzin needs to spread his wings every once in a while as well. He must be longing to soar through the night sky.

If this continues, there will come a day when you and I confront one another... I seem delighted, you say? Hah, perhaps I am. You would be a worthy opponent, that's for certain. Let us make the most of our time before that day comes.

When the aether darkens, 'tis an omen that snowfall draws near...'

I, SilverAsh, have joined your cause as a sworn ally. Whatever your plans may be, do not disappoint me.

For one to travel such an arduous path, one absolutely must have experience.

Ostentatious titles are one thing, but the trust accompanying them is what concerns me. You surely know that.

It takes a daring soul to drag me into their war. That being so, I, SilverAsh, will show my prowess for all of Rhodes Island to see.

We all have our roles to play. Use my abilities as best you see fit.

You wish me to act as your proxy? Very well. But you must pay me due tribute later.

Compassion saves no one on the battlefield.

Show me what you're made of. Amuse me, if you even can.

What are you planning?

Made up your mind?

Acknowledged.

Very well.

'The fool flaunting his gallantry reaches none with his vanity...'

'Fool, for what reason hast thou come?'

'Art thou mine worthy enemy, or art thou naught but a jester?'

'Thy pleas falleth upon deaf ears.'

The fiercer the battle, the more jubilant the victory.

A satisfying battle. It brought palpitations even to my heart.

We should strive for better.

Retreat at once, while there is still time.

For a place to rest my feet, it is acceptable.

Hmm?

Let me rest for a brief while. I'm more tired than I thought. My apologies.

Arknights.

The snow falls heavy... The blizzards of far-off Kjerag continue year after year, but the political landscape never stands still from one moment to the next. For those who fail to catch up with the changes, this age-old snowstorm will come to bury them beneath.

You haven't changed one bit, my friend.

Multiple times now, Rhodes Island has shown its ability and its responsibility as a medical firm. But I'm very curious. In your eyes, will this merely stop at Oripathy? What new ripples will you send across the lands in future? I have great expectations.