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.)