Mega Man Zero 4 Script

Script from the game Mega Man Zero 4.

Scene 1: Prologue
(The scene fades in to show three sheets of paper with blueprints of a Reploid on them.)

Narrator (Neige): The Reploids... They were robots designed to look like Humans... These technical marvels were given unique personalities and were intended to be the perfect workers and the perfect partners for mankind... But... the wheels of peace between Reploids and Humans were beginning to grind to a halt.

(The scene shifts to show Omega with a group of Golems in the background.)

Neige: The Reploids were well designed. Perhaps too well. Their humanity began to sow the seed of rebellion. The rebels were labeled Mavericks and feared by their Human masters... The Humans decided to pit Reploid against Reploid... That was the fate given to them. The Reploids fighting for humanity were never given a choice... Thus the war of the machines began and the humans just watched...

(The scene shifts to show Dr. Weil and Omega.)

Neige: War begot war... And time passed... Even with the construction of the utopian Human city Neo Arcadia, the war dragged on... The Mavericks defeated the leader of Neo Arcadia. And now... Neo Arcadia is under the control of the criminal Dr. Weil. The former utopia is now only a shadow of its former glory. Many have started to flee the city. We are one of those groups fleeing from the clutches of Dr. Weil in our caravan...

(Scene fades out.)

Scene 2: The Caravan
(Scene fades back in to view several trucks speeding through a dry wasteland area. They are pursued by many Neo Arcadian troops.) Neige: Ah! I should've grabbed a faster car!

Man: Neige! They're catching up!

Neige: I know, I know! But this is as fast as it goes!

Man: Shoot! Dr. Weil is trying to bring us back!

(A group of Variants land on one of the trucks, but are suddenly hit by a Buster shot and destroyed. Zero appears, jumping onto the truck and destroying the rest of the Variants. He then jumps to a Resistance truck.)

Ciel (over radio): Zero! Can you hear me? The enemy is heading for the caravan. Help them!

Zero: Understood. Commencing mission. Ciel, I'll need some help with the trailer.

(The Resistance truck speeds up, catching up to the next one. Zero jumps on to it. Zero destroys the rest of the enemies scattered around the trucks.)

Ciel: Zero!

(The Resistance truck drives closer to the one Zero is standing on.)

Ciel: I'm detecting heat signatures! Zero, something's coming!

Zero: Bring the trailer closer, I'll take care of it.

Ciel: Gotcha.

(Ciel increases the truck's speed again and Zero jumps on top. At the same time, a massive submarine-like machine breaks out of the ground and starts pursuing the trucks. Zero jumps on to the machine and eventually destroys its core, causing a huge explosion. Zero dashes out just in time.)

Scene 3: Confrontation
(Scene cuts to a short time later, when all the trucks have been stopped and the Caravan members meet outside. Zero approaches the group.)

Zero: It looks like everyone is okay. I'm surprised to see someone crazy enough to drive out here in the middle of nowhere.

Neige: Do you always give lectures to the people you save? Well... Thanks anyway.

Man: Neige, We don't have time for this, let's go.

Neige: You're right... But there's time to say thank you. I don't want the Reploids thinking we're ungrateful. Prepare to leave. I'll be there soon.

Man: Alright. No good can come of dealing with Reploids...

(The other two humans walk back to their truck.)

Zero: ... You're human?

Neige: Yes, we are. Are Humans outside of Neo Arcadia that rare?

(Ciel's trailer come to a stop next to the Caravan, and she approaches the group as well.)

Ciel: Zero!

Neige: Zero?

Ciel: Zero... I'm glad you're okay. It looks like the vehicle is okay too.

Neige: Thanks to you both. You saved us, Dr. Ciel.

Ciel: Huh? How did you know... Who are you?

Neige: The name's Neige. I'm human just like you. I used to be a journalist who traveled the world. That's why I heard rumors about you and the Resistance. That you led the Reploids against Neo Arcadia... And are supposed to be very dangerous.

Ciel: Dangerous? We're not...

Zero: ...

Neige: I've hard a lot about you too. I knew you were in the Resistance when I heard Ciel call your name just now. So you're the legendary Reploid, Zero.

Zero: We don't want any strange rumors being spread about us.

Neige: There won't be. I'm just telling you what I've heard. But others might think differently than me. I'll be seeing you. It's time for us to get going.

Ciel: Going? Where are you going anyway?

Zero: If you're human then why don't you just stay in Neo Arcadia? You put all this together just to escape from there?

Neige: Just stay there!? Because we're human? You must be joking! Wait, you don't know do you? That place has changed... Didn't you see us getting attacked just now? It's terrible. It doesn't matter anymore. Human or Reploid, it's all the same. Anyone that apposes Weil is treated like a Maverick. The evil Dr. Weil who was driven away from Neo Arcadia... He controls all of the energy and production there and everywhere all because some "hero" defeated the leader of Neo Arcadia. The great sanctuary for us humans... Is no more...

Ciel: But then that means what we did was...

Neige: The humans are afraid of being "removed" if they oppose Weil, so he rules unchecked. As long as they stay quiet, they stay safe... But who knows how long before Weil decides to get rid of them too. That's why we've fled from that place. We're heading for the Settlement in Area Zero.

Zero: Area Zero? There's a human settlement there?

Ciel: Then we'll go with you. Who knows when Weil will strike next...

Neige: Well, Ciel is human, but Reploids aren't welcome. Especially "heroes" like you.

Zero: What's that supposed to mean?

Neige: The Settlement is full of people who were caught up in the Reploid war, so they don't take to kindly to Reploids. Humans aren't as strong or friendly as you might think. I won't tell the Caravaners that you are the Zero that defeated the leader of Neo Arcadia. Don't get us involved in anything. Talk to you later.

(Neige returns to her truck, and they all drive away.)

Zero: Humans, huh...

Ciel: Zero... We should get back to the trailer...

(Ciel walks back to the Resistance truck.)

Zero: Right...

Scene 4: Around the Base
(Zero returns to the Resistance trailer and heads to the Command Room to talk to Ciel.)

Zero: Something about the Caravan bothering you?

Ciel: Yeah... I was shocked to hear that all of the humans at the Settlement hated the Reploids... It's just I've... we've fought so hard for the Reploids, that I didn't know other humans felt that way...

Zero: Didn't they say the Settlement was in a place called Area Zero?

Ciel: That's where we should be heading too. They're struggling to maintain their independence from Weil, and we have to help them.

Zero: Do what you feel is right.

Ciel: Thanks Zero, I just need a little more time. Now might be a good time to drop by Cerveau's for some maintenance. After that come and see me in the commander's room. Oh, before that... I'll save your data!

(If YES)

Ciel: All saved! I'll be here in the commander's room. If you ever want to store your data, just drop by. ...

(If NO THANKS)

Ciel: You sure? Don't overdo it. I'll be here if you change your mind. I'm in charge of data. Just drop by if you need to save. ...

(Zero roams around the temporary base, talking to the inhabitants there.)

Faucon: Hey Zero! Weil's troops are still wandering around up ahead. If we're not careful, we might be discovered. We'll have to wait until they leave.

Faucon: Oh yeah, Zero. Did you meet up with Cerveau? If not, you should. He'll tell you how to use your new weapons.

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard? This trailer has been riding so rough for so long, my body is all messed up.

Hirondelle: Oh yeah, Zero... Weren't you going to head over to Cerveau's?

Alouette: Oh, Zero! A new Elf is coming soon! I've been wracking my brain trying to come up with a name, but I can't narrow it down to just one. I guess I need to see it first.

Alouette: Hey, Zero. I heard the new Elf is really smart! If the Elf is smarter than me, maybe I can get it to teach me something.

Ciel: I'm gathering intelligence on Area Zero, but I'm going to need a little more time. Drop by Cerveau's in the meantime for some maintenance.

(Zero heads over to Cerveau's lab.)

Cerveau: Hey Zero, you hanging in there? Need a little work? Those dust clouds are something else.

Zero: No, I'm fine.

Cerveau: Alright, but don't overdo it. Did you try out your Zero Knuckle yet? You probably already know about it, but it's a weapon onboard a chip implanted into your hand. It gives you a big strength boost that comes in handy when attacking enemies or stealing their weapons. It doesn't work for every enemy, but for the ones it does, just finish them off with the Zero Knuckles to grab their weapon. By the way, what's your next move?

Zero: Ciel is looking into Area Zero. I think the humans there need our help...

Cerveau: Looks like you've got your work cut out for you. If there's anything I can do to help, don't be afraid to ask! Oh! I almost forgot something important. Enemies sometimes drop parts. You might be able to use some of those to make new chips. If you want to try making one, just let me know!

(Zero leaves Cerveau's lab and comes back later.)

Cerveau: Just some extra info on the Zero Knuckle... You can push the Toss Button or pick a weapon from the sub screen to throw away one you've taken from an enemy. There's a limit to the amount of times you can use a weapon that was taken, so keep that in mind. Oh, and another thing, if you're hanging down, you don't need to go to the screen to equip the Zero Knuckle, you can just press Up while jumping or falling. Just remember that you can't use your Zero Knuckle or any of the weapons you've taken while hanging down. That's because you're using the Zero Knuckle's power to hang down. If you need to practice, go ahead and try it out in this room.

Cerveau: If you want to make chips, the easiest way to go about it is by finding recipes. The only problem with that is some of the better chips don't have recipes.

Faucon: Hey Zero! I just received word from Ciel. She's like you to see her in the commander's room. You don't want to keep Ciel waiting...

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard about the Weather Changer? Let me just briefly explain it... It's an orbiting satellite capable of altering the very weather. It's still a work in progress, but it should be online soon. There are only some areas it can be used in. Depending ont he area, a change of weather might make it easier or harder to progress through it!

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard? Ciel's been waiting for you.

Alouette: Hey, Zero. I asked Ciel to let me look after the new Elf. I'm a little worried if I can do a good job or not.

Alouette: I hope the new Elf comes soon...

(Zero returns to the Command Room.)

Zero: Did you find out anything about Area Zero?

Ciel: Yes... It's not far from here. Neige and the others should arrive there soon. Area Zero is the site in the Maverick Wars, where the space colony Eurasia crashed... Many lives were lost there...

Zero: Area Zero is the painful reminder of a war long past... Humans are living there now?

Rouge: Data about Area Zero has been sent from the Resistance Base. Since the crash of the space colony, the section has been sealed off, but apparently the land has been renewed in that time and nature is becoming more and more abundant.

Ciel: Nature is coming back to Area Zero!?

Rouge: It's said to be due to an environmental system still left active after the crash. It's not much, but it still means hope for humanity.

Ciel: Have you managed to find the human settlement?

Rouge: There was not enough data to pinpoint an exact location. We need to conduct a closer investigation of Area Zero.

Ciel: Zero, can you head out there and check it out? We'll be following in the trailer.

Rouge: Going to Area Zero?

(If NO)

Rouge: Understood. I'm ready when you are...

(If YES)

Zero:: Understood. Operator, transport me.

Rouge: Alright. Coordinates set... How could this be!?

Zero: How could what be?

Rouge: I'm detecting multiple Reploid signals! I think they're Neo Arcadian... No, they're Weil's Reploids!

Ciel: What are they doing in Area Zero!?

Zero: Operator, get me over there. Hurry!

Rouge: Alright... Ready for transfer.

(Zero is teleported away.)

Ciel: Zero, be careful.

(If Zero declines the mission and roams around the base again)

Cerveau: What's that? Nature is growing again in Area Zero? Just goes to show the power of nature is head and shoulders above the power of science...

Cerveau: Zero, weren't you going to Area Zero? You better not keep Ciel waiting.

Faucon: Hey Zero! With Weil's troops still crawling around, it's better to wait a little longer.

Faucon: Zero... Sorry, I wish I could come with you and offer a little protection on your way to Area Zero, but I have to stay here and stand guard.

Hirondelle: Huh? Nature is coming back to Area Zero? I-I heard about that! Of c-course it is...

Hirondelle: Huh? What kind of place is Area Zero? I-I know, b-but you should see it with your own eyes.

Alouette: Oh, Zero! What's Area Zero anyway? Rouge, the operator, explained it to me, but I don't get it.

Alouette: I'd like to see Area Zero just once.

Ciel: If nature really has been revived, that would be amazing. I have to see it to believe it.

Ciel: Zero... Can you go on ahead to Area Zero? We'll be there shortly.

Scene 5: Exploring Area Zero
(Zero teleports to a thick, shady forest and looks around in wonder.)

Zero: So this is Area Zero? Ciel, are you seeing this on the monitor?

Ciel : Yes, I'm seeing it now. That's amazing. I didn't know such a natural place still existed.

Zero: Ciel... What's my mission?

Ciel: Oh, sorry! The enemy is in the colony remains... The entrance should be up ahead.

Zero: Understood... I am in pursuit. What could Dr. Weil be up to?

(Zero fights through the stage until he comes to a large room. He hears a birdlike voice and looks over to see a strange Reploid seemingly built to look like a [cockatrice].)

???: Kyakya! Why sweat the small stuff! I'm all for crushing Area Zero, but this is taking forever. I guess I don't have much choice but to follow Lord Weil's plan.

Zero: It looks like I missed a grunt.

???: Kya! Who dares call me a grunt! Who are you? And where did you come from? I'll teach you to come in here and insult me! Kyakya!

Zero: You're a noisy one.

???: Kyakya! Now I'm mad! Come on! I'll show you! Kakya!

???: Don't steal all the fun, Cocapetri.

(The scene shifts to show seven other animal-like Reploids standing near Cocapetri.)

???: Yes... I want to be the one to light his fire!

Cocapetri: Kya! Quiet! He's going to be my dinner!

???: You're the one that needs to be quiet. You weren't back on time, so we had to come find you.

Mandrago: By the way, who is that Reploid standing over there?

???: Roar! Th-that... is... Ze...

???: His name is Zero. There was data on him in Lord Weil's master plan. Mino Magnus... Try to speed it up next time.

???: Zero? So this Reploid is our target? Then we should take care of him here and now!

Zero: Aah!

???: Time's running out. Leave him.

(Another Reploid, Craft, teleports in.)

Craft: We're only here to investigate Area Zero. You don't have clearance to fight.

Pegasolta Eclair: Oh come on, Commander Craft! You aren't saying we should just leave the enemy, are you?

Craft: We need the power of Ragnarok to destroy this much nature. Once Ragnarok has begun, one Reploid will be beneath our concern. There's no time to deal with him now.

Zero: Destroy the nature in Area Zero!? Just what are you trying to do!?

Craft: My name is Craft. I am a soldier of Neo Arcadia... No, Lord Weil. We... Lord Weil... requires all nature be destroyed.

Fenri Lunaedge: Lately there are a lot of impudent humans thinking the world outside Neo Arcadia is better.

Sol Titanion: That's why we must make sure it isn't by burning it.

Popla Cocapetri: Then, nobody will have delusions of escaping Lord Weil!

Noble Mandrago: Who would choose nature over Lord Weil anyway?

Pegasolta Eclair: I can't believe it. Humans are so foolish.

Mino Magnus: Roar! Commander Craft... is... the...

Tech Kraken: ...Is the leader of the Einherjar, the Eight Warriors!

Heat Genblem: The eight of us will destroy the environment.

Craft: Then, as part of Lord Weil's plan, we will destroy Area Zero as well. That is "Ragnarok." You see, Zero. There's nothing you can do... You're no threat to Lord Weil. You'll come to understand. This world belongs to Lord Weil. One person can't change the world. Heroes are a thing of the past...

Zero: ...

Craft: Time to go... Ragnarok has begun.

(Craft and the Einherjar all teleport out.)

Zero: ...

Ciel (over radio): Zero! Are you okay?

Zero: Ciel, is that you? Did you get all of that?

Ciel: Yes, I can't believe Dr. Weil would do that... We've arrived in Area Zero too... We found the Settlement, return to the trailer.

Zero: Understood... Operator, bring me back.

Rouge: Commencing transport.

(Zero is teleported out.)

Scene 6: The New Cyber-elf
Rouge: Transferring in... 2... 1...

(Zero teleports in.)

Rouge: Welcome back.

Ciel: Welcome back Zero. It seems the Reploids weren't aware of the Settlement's presence. I know Neige warned us not to go to the Settlement, but we need to tell them about Ragnarok.

Rouge: With Weil's army so close, we can't afford to risk alerting them to the Settlement's presence by transferring you there. You'll have to go on foot, just exit the trailer and keep going right. It shouldn't take you long to reach it.

Ciel: Oh, and Zero... We just received data on an all-new Cyber-elf from the Resistance Base.

Zero: New Cyber-elf?

Ciel: They've been conducting research on Cyber-elves. We've got one of the new ones in the room next door with Alouette. Pick it up from her. She also has the operating manual, so ask her for more details about it.

Zero: I will.

Ciel: When you're ready, head out to the Settlement. I'll catch up to you later in the trailer.

(Zero talks to the Resistance members around the trailer before heading to Alouette's room.)

Ciel: If Ragnarok is carried out, this world will become a desolate graveyard in a matter of minutes...

Ciel: Zero... Pick up the latest Cyber-elf from Alouette and go on ahead to the Settlement.

Rouge: Zero... I got word that the newest Cyber-elf has arrived. Alouette is eager to show you.

Rouge: Alouette was really looking forward to that new Elf.

Cerveau: Ragnarok... That Weil is a fool.

Cerveau: Zero... Even you don't stand a chance if Ragnarok is implemented... You have to stop it before it's activated.

Faucon: Hey Zero! With Weil's troops still crawling around, it's better to wait a little longer. I'll keep standing guard here!

Hirondelle: Ragnarok? That's the first time I've heard of it. I'll try to find out what I can to help you stop it!

Alouette: Oh, Zero! Check this Elf out! Its eyes are closed because it's still a baby. It just came! Oh yeah, Zero! I came up with a name... How's Croire?

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Alouette: No!? I put a lot of effort into that name... Well, go check with the others, they might have a better name. When you find one, come back and I'll tell you how to use the new Elf.

(If I LIKE IT) Alouette: Really? That's great. I'm glad you like it! Croire means "believe." Not a bad name at all! Okay Zero, I'm going to tell you how the Elf works. It came with a manual... Want me to explain?

(If SURE) Alouette: Okay, I'll explain! This new Elf can copy the abilities of other Elves. In fact, it can handle up to 3 at a time! It's still a baby though, so you can't use all of them yet. Give it E-Crystals to help it grow. Here's where it gets a little tricky. The Elf has something called a max level. If the 3 ability levels combined exceed the max, then you lose a point for each level over the max. In other words, as long as you keep the combined levels below the max level, you don't lose any points! There's probably also a way to raise the max level. When you want to help the Elf grow, come on by!

(If NO) Alouette: Hmph! I was all set to tell you about the Elf! You're no fun at all... I hope you know what you're doing.

(If Zero refuses the name "Croire", he goes to ask the other Resistance members for name suggestions.)

Ciel: Zero, did you decide on a name for the Elf? No, from the looks of it... I feel bad for the poor little thing not having a name. How about Charite?

(If I LIKE IT) Ciel: It's a gentle name fit for a gentle Elf.

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Ciel: What was wrong with it? Tough to pronounce?

Ciel (second time): What's up Zero? Still haven't decided on a name for the Elf yet? If that's the case then... Charite's no good?

(If NO) Ciel: Too bad, I kind of liked the name... Hurry up and pick a name, don't keep Alouette waiting.

Rouge: Need something Zero? A name for the new Cyber-elf? Alright, let me do a quick search for something good. ... ... Thanks for waiting! How about the name Variable? I picked it because it was the first thing that jumped out at me... is that name okay?

(If I LIKE IT) Rouge: I wonder if naming should be this easy? Then again, a name is just an identifier.

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Rouge: I'm sorry you didn't like it...

Rouge (second time): What's up Zero? Do you like the Elf name I chose after all? You like Variable?

(If NOT REALLY) Rouge: You really don't like it? Too bad, but I hope you find a name you like soon.

Cerveau: Hmm? What's up Zero? Ah, you're making the rounds trying to figure out what to call the new Elf eh? Hmm...How about Progress?

(If I LIKE IT) Cerveau: Progress is a great name for a brand new kind of Elf.

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Cerveau: Hmm... Not your thing? Naming is not easy.

Cerveau (second time): Hmm... Well, it doesn't matter how many times you ask, Progress is what comes to my mind. Well, how about it?

(If NO) Cerveau: Hmm... No good, huh?

Hirondelle: What is it Zero? Huh? You want me to pick an Elf name? Hmm, well... How's Nouvelle?

(If I LIKE IT) Hirondelle: Nouvelle's my favorite word! It means "news." Figures an information hound like me would come up with a name like that, eh? I'm glad you liked it.

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Hirondelle: B-but... *sigh* It was such a good name too...

Hirondelle (second time): Zero! Nouvelle is the perfect name for that Elf! Don't you agree?

(If NO) Hirondelle: What? Here I thought you'd like it... Nouvelle is such a cool name...

Faucon: Hey Zero! Me? Come up with an Elf name? You sure it's okay for me to make that important decision? Alright... How about Recrue?

(If I LIKE IT) Faucon: Are you sure? Well, I'm glad you like it!

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Faucon: No good huh? Too bad...

Faucon (second time): Zero... Recrue means new warrior. Not bad, eh?

(If NO) Faucon: Not even with that meaning, huh? Too bad.

Alouette: Hey Zero... Let's just go with Croire for the name. Croire's okay, right?

(If I LIKE IT) Alouette: Really? I'm glad I thought of it, then!

(If I DON'T THINK SO) Alouette: You're no fun... Hurry up and name the poor thing!

(After Zero chooses a name for the new Cyber-elf, he goes around the temporary Base and talks with the members again.)

Ciel: I just heard from Faucon guarding outside. Weil's troops have left the road to the Settlement.

Ciel: Zero... Do you think you could scout ahead and check out the Settlement?

Rouge: Zero... Alouette really likes that Cyber-elf, so make sure to take good care of it for her.

Rouge: Zero... Weil's troops have left the area around the Settlement. You should head over and talk with the people there.

Cerveau:Hey Zero! Did you know there are different levels for chips? The different levels have similar recipes. Just add a certain something to a level 1 chip recipe and voila, it becomes a Level 2 chip.

Cerveau: If you start to find a lot of parts, just come to me. I'll make you some great chips from them!

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard? You can use the Change Weather now.

Hirondelle: The areas you can use the Weather Changer are limited, but you can tell which areas can be adjusted by the weather icon on the monitor.

Faucon: Hey Zero! Weil's troops have finally left the area. Now you can go to the Settlement whenever you want! I have to warn you though, they aren't going to be throwing any welcome parties for Reploids like us. It's too bad because we just want to help them.

Faucon: Hey Zero! What's that? You want my weapon? Sorry, I need this little baby.

Scene 7: An Unwelcome Guest
(Zero walks to Area Zero and starts to enter the Settlement, but is stopped by Neige and another guard)

Guard: Hey you! Stop! You're a Reploid. This isn't the place for you! Get out of here!

Ciel: Wait! We have to tell you something!

(Ciel runs to stand beside Zero.)

Neige: We told you to get out...

Ciel: Weil is going to destroy this place. If you leave now, there's still time.

Guard: Hmph... Another Reploid War? First the Maverick Wars, then the Elf Wars, now Weil... How long does this world have to suffer while you carry out your petty wars?

Ciel: Huh?

Guard: Just leave us alone. This settlement was built by humans, for humans, and we'll protect it by ourselves.

Ciel: But it's dangerous for you to fight Weil alone...

Guard: So you'd like humans and Reploids to join forces? Don't be a fool! It's you Reploids and your wars that got us into this mess. We have no reason to trust you.

Ciel: B-but... We were just trying to protect you!

Zero: Save your breath. Neige said we wouldn't be welcome...

Ciel: B-but!

Zero: We told them what we know. It's up to them to decide what to do with that. Isn't that right, Neige?

Neige: That's right...

Zero: I'm going back to the trailer. The enemy will be making their final move soon.

(Zero walks away, and Ciel follows after some hesitation. They meet again in the Command Room of the trailer.)

Ciel: Zero... I...

Zero: Worrying won't stop Weil's army. You can only do your best and hope that's enough.

Ciel: Alright then, let's do what we can to protect the nature around Area Zero. I hope the people in the Settlement will come to realize we're not trying to hurt them.

Zero: I'm sure they will.

Rouge: I've found signals for Weil's army! There are 8 units!

Zero: Ragnarok has begun...

Rouge: Feeding data to the screen now. Choose mission?

(If NO) Rouge: Tell me when you're ready to go!

(If YES)

Rouge: These are the area you can go to.

(The mission select screen is shown.)

Scene 8: Around the Base/ Area Zero 2
(If Zero refuses to choose a mission and goes to talk to the Resistance members again.)

Ciel: I'm not surprised the people at the Settlement don't like us. It's only natural they wouldn't trust us when we talk about helping them... But we don't have time to fix that impression of us... We just have to hope they'll learn to trust us after we stand up to Weil.

Ciel: We might not have much time, but I'll do my best to get the people in the Settlement to understand us. Maybe someday they'll come around.

Cerveau: Hey Zero! Are you picking up some parts? Try just combining some of the parts you have. You might discover a brand-new chip!

Cerveau: If you want me to make a rare chip, try finding more parts. When you get more parts, be sure to drop by and see me!

Faucon: Hey Zero! When I was cleaning the trailer, I found this. I'm not too sure, but it looks like a recipe. Maybe you can put it to better use than I can.

Faucon: Zero... I've heard that Hirondelle has some Sub Tanks on hand for when he goes traveling around the world. If you can find an S-Crystal, he might trade you for one.

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard? IF you alter the weather with the Weather Changer, some of the Eight Warriors' weapons will be no good. It would seem they use the weather to power up their attacks, so make sure you avoid giving them the edge when picking the weather for an area. The one drawback is that you won't be able to pick up their EX Skill.

Hirondelle: Hey there, Zero! Have you heard? IN order to make body chips, you'll need to pick up Ceratanium.

Alouette: Hey Zero! Can you look after my Elf for me? Take good care of it!

Alouette: Hey Zero! You know... Don't tell Ciel, but when I grow up, I want to do research about Elves.

(Zero walks to the Settlement and talks to the inhabitants there.)

Guard 1: We're setting up traps outside the Settlement to make sure Reploids can't attack us...

Guard 1:We'll show you that we can take care of ourselves!

Neige: You again? What is it this time? As a journalist, I'd love to do a story on you... But these people feeing from Neo Arcadia need me. I hope when this is all over, you'll let me do an interview.

Neige: Something up? Sorry to disappoint you, but I don't have much to say... I'm better on the giving end of an interview than the receiving end of one.

Guard 2:You again... You just don't get it, do you!? I'll give you this if you promise not to come back!

(The Guard gives Zero a recipe.)

Guard 2: Some "legend" defeated X... Now Neo Arcadia is in chaos! The only Reploid that has ever protected us is X.

Human: I don't care how many times you warn us, we're not leaving! This is our newfound paradise. Stop parading around like you're some hero!

Human: We'll show you that we humans can get along just fine without you Reploids! We don't need your help!

Typhon: Hello Mr. Reploid! Oh yeah... When we were leaving Neo Arcadia, I picked this up. It's no use to humans, here, take it!

(Typhon gives Zero a recipe.)

Typhon: Hey Mr. Reploid... Ever seen an S-Crystal? You can make on with somethin' called Ceratanium and some enemy parts, ya know! I think the recipe required one type of Variant, some robot that spits out other robots and then something with an orange body. My pop was a scientist so I've heard all sorts of things like that!

Guard 3: There are still a lot of people who didn't make it out of Neo Arcadia in time ya know... Neige will do her best to bring them here.

Guard 3:' There's no guarantee we'll survive out here ya know... But then we all knew what we were getting into when we took the risk of escaping.

Guard 4: Hey you... You're a battle Reploid aren't you? You're probably not interested, but I have a bad memory of a battle Reploid... Our leader X was defeated by a legendary Reploid with a glowing sword. It was then that our utopia of Neo Arcadia was ruined. It hurts just thinking about it...

Guard 4: What is it? You didn't know that Reploid did you? I hate violence,but if I EVER find that Reploid, I'll... I'll make him share X's fate.

Brise: Mr. Reploid... It's better if you don't show your face around here anymore. I know you're not a bad guy and all... Oh, I almost forgot! I found this and wanted to give it to you. Don't tell anyone though, I'd hate to think what would happen if people knew I was helping a Reploid.

Brise: So this is Area Zero? Apparently, it's where the colony crashed long ago... It was way back even before my grandparents' time.

Guard 5: I don't care what you say, you're wasting your time. We don't need your help to stop Ragnarok.

Guard 5: If we rely on your help, what was the whole point of leaving Neo Arcadia in the first place? We've decided to make our own destinies.

(Zero returns to the trailer.)

Scene 9: The Particle Beam
(Zero chooses the "Cut the Power" mission.)

Rouge: A large particle beam has been placed at point A-4 by Weil's army. It fires intermittent laser beams destroying everything in the area. It appears to be solar powered. Soon, it'll be within firing range of Area Zero. Cut the power supply to the particle beam before Area Zero comes into its range.

(If the weather is set to Overcast) Rouge: Since the weather is overcast, the beam is not charging at 100% capacity. This may be your chance to strike. This mission?

(Zero accepts the mission.) Rouge: Alright... Ready for transfer. Transfer!

(Zero is teleported away.)

Ciel: Zero, be careful.

(Zero teleports to the top of a giant cannon-like machine.)

Rouge: Zero! We can't stop that particle beam from the outside! Infiltrate it and stop it from the inside! I'm scanning for a way inside.

Zero: That's okay... I'll just go in through the barrel.

Rouge: That's way too dangerous!

Zero: It looks like it is charging up... There's no time. Commencing mission!

(Zero fights through the stage until he finds Heat Genblem behind a boss gate.)

Heat Genblem: Ragnarok will wake the humans from their stupidity... It is the grand plan of our group under Commander Craft! I am one of the Einherjar warriors, Heat Genblem! I will defeat all who stand in our way!

(If Genblem defeats Zero) Genblem: Target has been destroyed! Ragnarok will continue!

'''(If Zero defeats Genblem) Genblem: Gragh! I failed to destroy my target! I'm sorry I failed you, Commander Craft... Graaagh!

(Heat Genblem explodes. Zero teleports out.)

Rouge: Transferring in... 2... 1...

(Zero teleports in.)

Rouge: Welcome back.

Ciel: It looks like the boss of that area was the power reactor for the particle beam. Without that around, the beam's power is slowly fading away and no longer poses a threat to Area Zero. Good work, Zero.

Scene 10: The Hanging Gardens
(Zero chooses the "Stop the Acid Rain" mission.)

Rouge: We've located Weil's floating fortress. It generates special clouds that become a source of lightning and acid rain. Get on board and ground that floating monstrosity.

(If the weather is set to Sunny) Rouge: As the area is sunny, some of the clouds have dissipated, keeping visibility high. This seems like an opportune time to strike. This mission?

(Zero accepts the mission.)

Rouge: Alright... Ready for transfer. Transfer!

(Zero is teleported away.)

Ciel: Zero, be careful.

(Zero teleports to the beginning of the area and sees some strange machines.)

Rouge: There are acid rain generators! Destroy them and save the ground below!

(Zero fights through the rest of the stage, destroying the acid rain generators, until he encounters Pegasolta Eclair.)

Pegasolta Eclair: I will smite the worthless vermin down below... Lord Weil came up with a plan as beautiful as myself. All ugly things must bow down before me. Pegasolta Eclair will send you to the depths below!

(If Pegasolta defeats Zero) Pegasolta: Hahaha! Suffer your grand and hideous fate! My loveliness is a gift to the eyes of one so ugly!

(If Zero defeats Pegasolta) Pegasolta: Wah! How could this happen to me!? You... Beating me?! That's impossible... But...my death, it's so beautiful!

(Pegasolta explodes. Zero teleports out.)

Rouge: Transferring in... 2... 1...

(Zero teleports in.)

Rouge: Welcome back.

Ciel: I can't believe they were planning to attack using that flying fortress. Weil means business. I can't believe he's human. How can he be so cruel?

Scene 11: The Hibernation Chamber
(Zero chooses the "Destroy the Enemy" mission.)

Rouge: I've discovered an old Cyber-elf research lab that is over a century old. Some of the failed experiments have been in hibernation since the war... They are starting to wake up, and some of them are quite dangerous. There are Mechaniloids and Mavericks all over the place. Infiltrate and wipe out the enemy.

(If the weather is set to Sunny) Rouge: It's sunny out, so some routes blocked by ice may become available. You might discover a hidden route. This mission?

(Zero accepts the mission)

Rouge: Alright... Ready for transfer. Transfer!

(Zero is teleported away.)

Ciel: Zero, be careful...

(Zero teleports to the beginning of the area.)

Rouge: I found a door in a different location with a special lock and it looks like you'll need a card key to open it. This doesn't have any direct bearing on your current mission, but I just wanted to let you know in case you wanted to check it out.

(Zero fights through the area until he encounters Fenri Lunaedge.)

Fenri Lunaedge: Gaaah... You've kept me waiting, hero. I thought you might have been ripped apart by my helpers. And here I rushed to get everything ready for you. Then again, there are none that can keep up with me! I hope you can at least make things interesting for me. After all, you are a hero.

(If Fenri defeats Zero) Fenri Lunaedge: Gaaah! What!? Done already!? How boring! You should give up the hero thing.

(If Zero defeats Fenri) Fenri Lunaedge: Gaaah!? Hehe... Not bad... True to the name hero... But it's not over yet. Not by a long shot! The true power of Ragnarok is only just beginning... Hehe... You should start preparing your list of excuses when you have to explain why you couldn't save Area Zero! Graaah!!

(Fenri Lunaedge explodes. Zero teleports out.)

Rouge: Transferring in... 2... 1...

(Zero teleports in.)

Rouge: Welcome back.

Ciel: Thank you Zero. You helped contain the Cyber-elves. Now they can rest in peace...