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Roderick/Conversations

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The following text is an unofficial translation by fans. There may be stylistic differences with official sources and other unofficial translations.

This page contains all of Roderick's paired base conversations.

Kris and Roderick

First conversation

Kris: Hahh, hahh...
Roderick: What's going on? What are you doing here?
Kris: Ah! Uh, no-nothing...
Roderick: What's that paper you're holding?
Kris: ...It's a rough map of the area. I thought it would be a smart idea to take a look around.
Roderick: ...And then you got lost. That reminds me, you got lost once during our apprentice days, didn't you?
Kris: I did. I caused trouble for you guys back then...
Roderick: Don't you have any sense of direction? Come on, let's head back. Sir Jagen is looking for you.
Kris: Say, Roderick. If you look at my map, where exactly are we right now?
Roderick: ...I don't think that map is of this area.
Kris: ...

Second conversation

Roderick: Kris, what are you doing?
Kris: I'm going through my belongings. I was going to get rid of some tools I no longer use and books I've finished reading. When I first volunteered to be a knight, I imagined I would always travel lightly...
Roderick: That's a lot of stuff.
Kris: Yeah, I've gradually picked up a lot of items since then, and I only just noticed how bad the situation's gotten.
Roderick: These books look difficult... Have you read them?
Kris: Yes, all of them. Strategy and tactics are always important, after all.
Roderick: I see. ...Can I have them?
Kris: Oh? Sure, I don't mind.
Roderick: Thank you. ...Well, see you later.
Kris: Hm? Sure, I'll see you at the war council.
Roderick: ...I see. You're not just coasting on talent. You're putting in all of this effort every day, aren't you...?

Third conversation

Roderick: Kris, what are you doing here again?
Kris: Hm? Oh, I just thought a change of scenery would help heal my spirit...
Roderick: You don't need to hide the fact that you're lost from me.
Kris: Haha... Sorry. You got me. How do you find your way around so easily?
Roderick: Hmm... First, I look for distinct landmarks. Then, I use them to draw a map in my mind.
Kris: ...All right. I'll try that.
Roderick: But the most important thing is this: if you're lost, ask someone.
Kris: Ah...
Roderick: There are other things you can rely on. Like us. ...If you're not sure if the army is going in the right direction, you must inform us straightaway. We can't afford to ALL get lost.
Kris: Man, you're never going to let me forget about that, are you...? But... thanks, Roderick.

Luke and Roderick

First conversation

Luke: The "Quiet One"? No... "Stone-faced One"? Nah... Argh, it's so hard to choose.
Roderick: ...Luke. Do you think you could stop giving me bizarre nicknames? Also, stop staring at me like that.
Luke: What, you don't like them? How about... "Cold-eyes"?
Roderick: That sounds like an insult to me... Am I really that cold?
Luke: Fine, what good ideas have you got then?
Roderick: I need no nicknames. And besides, nicknames are supposed to come naturally, right?
Luke: Come on, I know you actually want one; you can't fool me! So, I'll help you think of a fine nickname: one even a veteran knight of Altea would be proud of.
Roderick: ...If that's the case, I'll think of a nickname for you as well.
Luke: Alright! Remember to give me a cool one!
Roderick: Hmm... How about "Should Be More Serious!"?
Luke: What...
Roderick: You don't like it? Then, how about "Oh Dear, He's Crazy..."?
Luke: Alright, I get it already! You... really like to run your mouth off when you're in a mood.
Roderick: I do what I can, if it helps you to understand...
Luke: Oh, those eyes! Your nickname has to be "Cold-eyes" now!
Roderick: In that case, yours is "Do It Seriously!"...

Second conversation

Luke: Hey Roderick, why did you volunteer to become a knight?
Roderick: ...My family is poor. It's simple really. If I want my family to eat, I need to earn money for them. So, if you're asking for my reason, it would be family... That's the gist of it, I suppose.
Luke: I see... That's a pretty heavy reason.br> Roderick: Then, what made you volunteer, Luke?
Luke: Oh, me? ...Because knights get all the ladies, duh!
Roderick: What. You volunteered to be a knight to get laid?
Luke: W-well, kinda...
Roderick: ......
Luke: What's wrong with that! As long as I do my job right, how do my motives matter?
Roderick: Indeed. I can't deny that your performance has been stellar. But the thought that you've only come this far because of the "lay-deez" sends shivers down my spine... You're an idiot.
Luke: Hahaha... Well, to each his own, they say.

Third conversation

Roderick: Luke, why did you lie to me?
Luke: Hm? What are you talking about?
Roderick: About your motive for becoming a knight. Why did you make up that story about attracting girls?
Luke: ...Who told you?
Roderick: Sir Jagen. He told me during a war council the other day.
Luke: Damn. I guess I've got nowhere to hide now.
Roderick: So you volunteered to become a knight in place of your older brother, who became bedridden right when he was about to receive the title himself. That's a splendid reason: one you should be proud of. Why lie?
Luke: ...It isn't splendid, and it isn't anything to be proud of.
Roderick: What...?
Luke: My family has served in the Altean knights for generations. In other words... I was forced to volunteer as my brother's substitute, to protect my family's honor. But you see... I'm me. I'm not my brother-- I'm not some stinking substitute!
Roderick: Luke...
Luke: So, I decided to volunteer on my own steam. ...For all the women of this world, naturally.
Roderick: ... Let's just leave it at that. I'm counting on you, partner. Let's hope we get a girlfriend or two with our dashing visages and peerless chivalry.
Luke: Hahah! So even you've got a sense of humor. ...Thanks, man. I'm counting on you too.

Cecil and Roderick

First conversation

Cecil: Wait right there, Roderick! Why did you try to cede me a seat in the previous war council?
Roderick: Why do you even ask? It's tough to take part while standing all the time, right?
Cecil: Save me the unnecessary concerns. Just treat me as if I were a man.
Roderick: ...I've been thinking about that for a while actually. Isn't that kind of unreasonable?
Cecil: Why? How complicated is it?
Roderick: Even if you tell me to treat you as a man, it's a simple fact that you're a woman, Cecil. It felt wrong for me to sit down while you were forced to stand.
Cecil: My legs aren't so weak as to prevent me from standing through a war council.
Roderick: That's not the point...
Cecil: You felt it was wrong because you think women are weak. I can't stand people who think that of me.
Roderick: Why make such a fuss over gender distinctions? Why not just accept my affection?
Cecil: ...A-a-a-affection? What do you mean by affection...?
Roderick: ...Is there something wrong?
Cecil: Y-you won't sway me with that word! Affection's got nothing to do with this! Hmph!
Roderick: ...Did she misunderstand something?

Second conversation

Roderick: Cecil, hold on...
Cecil: Kyaa! Don't surprise me like that.
Roderick: Sorry for calling you from behind. But, you'd ignore me unless I did this, wouldn't you?
Cecil: What? No...
Roderick: Are you sure? It felt like you were clearly avoiding me, you know... Oh well. Your sleeve is torn.
Cecil: ...You're right. I didn't notice.
Roderick: It's also a knight's duty to take care of their personal grooming. You should fix it later.
Cecil: Fix it? That's... going to be an issue.
Roderick: Are you bad with sewing?
Cecil: What's with the surprise? Don't tell me you think all girls know how to sew. Yes, I'll admit I don't know how. I can't help it, okay!
Roderick: I didn't say anything like that... Alright, lend me your clothes later. I'll fix it.
Cecil: Huh? Rody, are you saying YOU can sew?
Roderick: Is that so surprising? My family isn't that rich. So I had to do all the sewing and cooking myself.
Cecil: You can even cook...?
Roderick: I'm not that skilled though. Well, later then.
Cecil: Oh, yes. Err... Thanks.
Roderick: What? You'd do the same for me.

Third conversation

Cecil: Hey Roderick, there's something I'd like you to see.
Roderick: What is it?
Cecil: This.
Roderick: ...Charcoal?
Cecil: It's a cookie! I was doing it like you taught me, but I can't bake it right no matter what I do.
Roderick: That's probably because the stove's fire was too strong. That's why it's so charred...
Cecil: I don't know how to regulate the fire...
Roderick: Alright. I'll show you when the opportunity arises. I used to bake cookies for my little sisters all the time, so I'm used to it.
Cecil: ...You sound just like a mother from some family. Like, "leave your chores to me!"
Roderick: Since my mother died early, I took care of my sisters from then on. Perhaps deep down, I felt that I had to become a substitute for Mother, for their sake.
Cecil: I see... After listening to your story, I feel ashamed for being so determined to not lose to men. After all, I see you can do the jobs of both women and men.
Roderick: Nah, it's nothing to brag about really. Besides, I think your will to go beyond gender distinctions is most admirable, Cecil.
Cecil: You speak truly? It makes me happy to hear that.
Roderick: ...But, that aside, you'd better learn how to cook. At least to the point you can make something edible...