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🌸Translation Masterlist🌸

Event Story

Blessed Memories

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Epilogue

SSR Family

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Epilogue

Moon Traveler

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Backstage Story

Spring Troupe

Chikage SR Card “Promise of Blooming” [Let’s Play! Real Life Gacha: Chikage’s Turn]

Tsuzuru R Card “Oriental Note” [Who sent the chocolate?]

Chikage SSR Card “Tailor-Made” [Suit of Your Choice]

Citron N Card “Harugaoka Quartet” [Role-building: Saionji Ennis]

Chikage R Card “Emerald Palette” [Spice is the best]

Citron SSR Card [ Prince Jasmine Across The Sea ]

Chikage SSR Card “MANKAI Glitter” [To ARIES: Chikage]

Chikage SR Card “Necessary Sacrifice” [BBQ Essentials]

Masumi Usui SR Card “SUNNY SPRING” [Harugumi Fanservice Study Group ~Masumi Edition~]

Chikage SSR Card “His Welcoming Territory” [ A Boy’s Dream ]

Tsuzuru SSR Card “Everyone From the Minagi Family” [ Midnight cramming ]

Chikage R Card “Last Planet” [ Let’s do good deeds ]

Chikage SR Card “SUNNY SPRING” [Harugumi Fanservice Study Group ~Chikage Edition~]

Chikage SR Card “Invitation On Board” [Ship Model Full of Arrangements]

Chikage SR Card “Brilliance of Blooming” [ MANKAI Livestream! ~ LIVE: Chikage ~ ]

Chikage SR Card “A Capable Man’s Morning Routine” [ An Elite’s Morning ]

Chikage SSR Card “Graceful Paani” [ Sweet and Spicy ]

Chikage SR Card “You Can You Know” [ Secret Notepad ]

Chikage Utsuki SSR Card “Dear My Moon” [ Twinkle Sign ]

Chikage Utsuki SSR Card “Wizard of Death” [ The Western, Northern Wizards and the Ruler of Darkness ]

Summer Troupe

Autumn Troupe

Winter Troupe

Tasuku SSR Card “Fire Kingdom” [What I see now]

Other Characters

Haruto R Card “Twin Kingdoms” [Part-time job together! ~Haruto Version~]

Shift SR Card “Wanting To Be Relied Upon” [Special homemade udon noodles]

Haruto SSR Card “Ice Kingdom” [The Story of Haruto Asuka]

Rento R Card “Cheerful Mr. Sounds Man” [Melon Bread from God]

Mini Talk

Spring Troupe

SSR Family Mini Talk Translation || Chikage Utsuki

Summer Troupe

Autumn Troupe

Winter Troupe

5th Anniversary Mini Talk “Under The Same Starry Sky” Tsumugi & Rento

Other Characters

Haruto Mini Talk [Twin Kingdoms]

Song Lyric translation

Spring Troupe

Chikage’s Second Solo “SEEDS” [ FULL VER. ]

Tsuzuru’s Second Solo “The Storyteller” [ FULL VER. (REUPLOAD) ]

Family Activation [ FULL VER. ]

Summer Troupe

Autumn Troupe

Azami’s Second Solo “Teenager” [ FULL VER. ]

Juza’s Second Solo “MIRAILIGHT” [ FULL VER. ]

Winter Troupe

Other Characters

Haruto’s solo “Nitou Joutou” [FULL VER.]

Web Comic /Manga Translation

Chapter 173 “Croquette feat. Curry”

Chapter 184: ”Be Yourself…”

Chapter 189: “Fearless Eyes”

Chapter 195: “Unrelenting”

Chapter 198: “Teach Us”

Chapter 232: “State Secrets”

A3! Comic Anthology Vol. 2 Translation: Love For The Director

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【A3! Translation】 A3! 3rd Anniversary Book: DROP (Q&A)

creator Q&A about miscellaneous mankai trivia!

(translation under the cut)

(glitch text ignore)

Please tell us about the Spicy Cuisine Research Society's new recipes.

There's quite a bit, but the most popular one among the troupe is their "Spicy Cheese Furikake". It's a Western style furikake made out of a blend of specialty spices, powdered cheese, salt & pepper, garlic, and a crushed nut of choice. It can be used to raise the spiciness of rice, bread, salads, and soups according to personal taste.

What kind of work does Mizuno Kaya do on a daily basis?

He's still a college student, but he helps out with managing some of MIZUNO Enterprise's departments. He also works as it's psuedo-scout when looking for promising theater companies and actors to support.

"Rose Bath Set: Arisugawa Homare's Complete Review!" Has anyone in the dorm tried out the bath set? Please tell us their reactions.*

*assuming this is a reference to his veludo bath SR backstage

The sample that came with the magazine wasn't enough for the dorm's bath, so it couldn't be experienced in its full effect. Homare tried again later, but that time he added too much and the smell was way too strong. Most of the members rushed over to a bathhouse instead.

Please tell us how MANKAI handles fights over the TV remote.

Actually, there's rarely ever a conflict. Occasionally Kumon's baseball game will air at the same time as Citron's Manzai show, or Misumi's animal show will conflict with Taichi's romance dramas. Any programs that feature Tenma are obviously given priority.

Do company members ever visit other members at their part-time jobs? And are they regular customers?

Apparently, Citron and Guy frequent Sakuya's part time job, a Western-style resturant, for lunch. Misumi also comes, but only for its morning triangle-shaped sandwiches...

Out of all the marshmallows Hisoka's eaten, which one is his favorite?

The fresh gourmet chocolate marshmallows that Azuma gave him seem to be his current favorite.

Besides Sakuya and Tasuku, are there any other members who appear as guest actors for other companies?

Winter Troupe does in-between their jobs. Since it's not very often they guest star in plays, when they do, everyone in the troupe goes to watch. Since appearing on Yuzo's stage, Juza has also been invited to occasionally perform as a guest actor.

MANKAI's seen lots of local gourmet foods while traveling for regional performances, have any made their way into the dorm's regular menu?

"Herring soba", is quite popular among the adults, especially Azuma and Sakyo. "Tare katsudon" is a favorite among the students, and "Thai Ramen" is often served after drinking parties and is highly praised by the spice fans.

The troupe members have a variety of part-time jobs, but did anyone have one that was particularly unusual?

Hisoka took a job as a storybook reader. He doesn't want to read short stories anymore since they're too long and tiring. He wouldn't mind picture books again though, he likes that they're short and fun...

Please let us know if any of the member's families are fans of other members.

Kazunari's little sister: Tenma

Taichi's little sister: Azami

Sakyo's mother: Juza

Tsuzuru's little brother, Kaoru: Tasuku (Since seeing "Run Around the Field.")

And surprisingly, Homare's grandmother seems to like Sakuya (Since seeing "Luminous Circus").

What subjects are Itaru, Chikage, and Tsumugi best at teaching?

Basically, Itaru tutors in Math, Chikages tutors English and Social Studies, and Tsumugi tutors Japanese. The college students help out with any other subjects.

What's the rarest prize the Postcard Sweepstakes Society has won?

A boiled egg maker that collabed with Taichi's favorite mascot, Akapoyo-kun. When they first won the prize, they complained that it was "lousy", but apparently it's a really rare item that had only three winners. Lots of troupe members use it, be it for breakfast, muscle building, or when they're hungry after practice.

How were the rookies roles decided when doing re-runs of the 1st~3rd performances?

The troupe members, Director, and Tsuzuru all gather and discuss it. Sometimes it was based on the member's wishes, sometimes it was decided by the other members, sometimes it was just left to Tzuzuru, etc.

The troupe members have practiced all kinds of things for rolebuilding, but is there anything that they continue to do even after their performance?

Azuma's casino, which was originally created for Winter Troupe's 6th play, "RISKY GAME", is occasionally brought back during drinking parties. Some members are also still playing the app "Nyancadia", which was used as role building for Summer Troupe's 2nd play, "The Adventure for Sardines".

What kind of schools are Sekichiku First Commercial High School, which Omi attended, and Chiyomi Public High School, which Sakyo attended?

Sekichiku First Commercial High School has a high post-grad employment rate, and is popular among students who'd rather find a job than seek higher education. Because of that, Sekichiku students who go on to college are fairly rare.

Chiyomi Public High School used to be infamous in its neighborhood as a delinquent school, but it seems to have settled down recently with more mature students.

Chikage took on Masumi as an apprentice in magic tricks, how good has Masumi gotten?

He's got a good memory, so he's already mastered quite a few card and coin tricks. However, he struggles with guiding people's eyes during the build-up, so he's still not perfect at it.

Please tell us about Tenma's recent entertainment gigs.

Recently, he's been playing the lead role in many special dramas, one of which is "KIRIN-KIRIN" a critically acclaimed drama about Edo-period messengers. He's also appeared in commercials for toothpaste and shampoo, both of which quickly took over the dorm. Unfortunately, he hasn't gotten any bonsai gigs yet.

How many shoujo manga are in Muku's collection?

At the moment, he hasn't counted, so he's not really sure. However, it's apparently enough to take up the spare room at his parent's house. They've asked him to switch to e-books. (He's a little reluctant, though, as he prefers to read on paper, and he can't lend e-books to anyone.)

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A3! Home Screen Lines - 6th Anniversary (2023)

Happy anniversary, A3! Thank you for these 6 years!

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A3! Mankai Stage Bromides Spring 2023 Part 1

Curry Duo Shot (Itaru Full Set)

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Phone wallpaper set 01: Member motifs by troupe (720x1280)

Each troupe’s corresponding season color (taken from the emblem; I used the lighter shade) with a repeating pattern of the members’ flower motifs in each members’ image color. The motifs are faded out a little bit to make it easier to read the time or to read notifications on your device, too.

All in all, a good option for wanting to still rep your favorite troupe but wanting to stay subtle about it in real life. (;

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Summer’s was rough with the troupe color being one shade of yellow, but Misumi’s image color being a different (similar) shade of yellow…so here’s an adjusted version to better see Misumi’s motif:

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Misc. Headcanons by Troupe!

(Because I've been hoarding these for way too long.)

🌸 Spring 🌸

Sakuya keeps a shoe box full of every birthday and holiday card he's ever recieved. Since joining Mankai, he's had to start on a second box, the first filling much faster than he ever could've imagined.

Tsuzuru pencils in a weekly breakdown. If you look at his planner, Tuesday mornings just say "cry." (True story.)

Tsuzuru's anemic. Also lactose intolerant (but watch that stop him).

Itaru uses an electric toothbrush. Minimum effort, maximum efficiency. (Plus it's basically a robot brushing his teeth for him. Everything he ever wanted lol.)

Citron is ordained. He also enjoys playing matchmaker in hopes that he can one day put this to use.

☀️ Summer ☀️

Yuki doesn't like sour candy, or sour foods in general. (Tenma makes fun of him for having the flavor palette of a toddler, to which Yuki just responds with a jibe about Tenma's old man hobbies.)

Kazunari was one of those kids in high school that just walked around playing a ukulele for no apparent reason.

Misumi and Kumon both give the tightest fuckin hugs. Together? Their hug power? Maximum. So good. Just think about it.

Kumon is afraid of lightning, so much so that he tends to curl up and hide. Muku voices this at one point during a thunderstorm and half of Mankai ends up in a frenzy searching the dorm for him. (Misumi finds him in a closet, and is perfectly content to stay there and keep him company talking about all the triangles he'd found that day. It helps.)

🍂 Autumn 🍂

Banri's actually a very good listener, he just doesn't tend to look at people when they talk about anything too personal, preferring to stare at his phone or fiddle with something. It makes him seem standoffish, but he actually retains things very well and is able to think better without the eye contact to distract him.

Banri is also surprisingly and infuriatingly good at giving advice. People will find themselves ranting to him, not even sure he's fully listening, then he'll just open his mouth with the simplest solution and just. Be right? Like how did they not think of that beforehand??

Omi gets a service dog to help with his PTSD. It takes every ounce of collective willpower Mankai has to not smother him with pets and scratches while he's on duty.

Omi keeps a food journal. He has a detailed list of everyone's allergies, dislikes, and favorite foods, along with magazine clippings of recipes he'd like to try. There's also a few wild notes from the occasional time he'll wake up in the middle of the night with a sudden idea, only to scratch them out in horror come morning. (Banana nut curry cake? What even??)

Sakyo has a picture of Azami as a small child in his wallet. Autumn troupe finds this out one day and has a field day.

Azami is simultaneously touch starved and touch repulsed. Sorry idk what to tell you.

❄️ Winter ❄️

Tsumugi doesn't actually like the taste of floral teas, as much as he wishes he did. He self-consciously admits to being a bit sad about it and Tasuku tries so hard not to laugh at the the pure silliness of it.

Tasuku jokingly refers to Tsumugi as "sleeping beauty" while trying to get him up for morning practice one day and they both immediately turn red. That was supposed to be an INSULT, fuck fuck FUCk--!

Homare plays piano. He was taught it as a kid and took a liking to it. The rhythmic nature of it reminds him of poetry. Also played the violin throughout school (it's just so extra and the dramatic arm motions suit him so well).

Homare is a bit of a germaphobe. Doesn't share drinks and always examines a potential seat before sitting anywhere outside or in public. Detests public bathrooms.

Guy, helping out in the kitchen: *accidentally slices thumb*

Everyone: !!!

Guy: *doesn't even flinch*

Everyone: *deep concern*

🍛 Mixed Troupe 🍛

Sakuya, Muku, and Taichi have all accidentally called Izumi "mom" before.

No one knows this, but Masumi is really good at dancing. He and Azami pull together a hip hop routine they perform for an event and everyone's jaws collectively drop. (Taichi then begs them to start up a dance crew together, which Misumi, Kazunari, and Citron all immediately offer to join. Masumi shuts the idea down.)

For Misumi's birthday, Homare writes him a poem about triangles. He loves it. (I'm just emotional about them sharing their special interests with each other okay let me BE.)

Tasuku is very protective of Taichi. He's seen firsthand the kind of impact God Troupe can have on grown ass men, and Taichi was just a child.

Tetsurou uses sign language. Matsukawa interprets.

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DIG-ROCK Impish Crow Vol. 1 Part 1: The Best Indie Band

Track 01 最高のインディーズバンド The Best Indie Band (8:47)

Listen along here: https://open.spotify.com/track/5u2OJcNM4dWaK1W89U5Qqj?si=9991459ca7b94591

Girl: Ahh seriously, Impish Crow really is the best!

Girl 2: But today’s concert was tight. It’d be better if they could perform at a bigger venue.

Girl: Mm… For an indie band, a place bigger than this doesn’t seem likely. Live houses are usually around this size everywhere.

Girl: Ahh, but it’s such a waste! They have talent, and they’re so close to making it big!

Girl 2: That’s true, I wonder why they haven’t gone pro.

Sora: Excuse me! I’m sorry, um, please move aside!

Girl: Ah!

Sora: Ah, I’m sorry. Are you alright?

Girl: Yes, I’m fine…

Sora: Really? I’m sorry! Um, please move aside! Excuse me!

Girl: A guy in a suit…

Girl 2: There certainly have been quite a few male fans recently. Impish Crow’s range of fans really is broad!

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Sora: Catchy melodies and the ability to write lyrics that charm their audience, the up-and-coming rock band, Impish Crow. Then there’s me, Tobikura Sora, one of their fans. This is the story of how their wings first took flight. It’s a precious story. Well then, let’s get started!

All: DIG-ROCK Impish Crow Vol. 1

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Sora: …Alright.

Sora: Please excuse- Uwah!

Tsugumi: Toki, stop, stop!

Toki: What is it, Tsugu?

Tsugumi: Toki, that’s definitely not right. Scrap that.

Toki: To match the melody from earlier, it’s obviously going to end up like this.

Mitsuru: Hm… But I feel like something’s off too.

Tsugumi: See, Mitsuru’s saying the same thing! First of all, the guitar’s tastiness is falling apart, right?

Toki: In that case, this part could do this…

Tsugumi: Ehh? Tsugumi: Mm… Something’s still off.

Toki: What do you mean by “something”? Be more specific.

Toki: You’ve been quiet since earlier. What do you think, Hibari?

Hibari: Me? I don’t dislike it.

Toki: That means you don’t like it either.

Hibari: No no, Toki-kun~ You’re reading too much into it.

Mitsuru: If you play like that, I wonder if I should do this…

Toki: Ah… It’s off. You’re right that something’s off. How do I say this, I feel like I’ve heard this noisiness somewhere before.

Tsugumi: Right? It’s better if we break past the melody. It’s not going to work if we keep saying that something’s wrong or off.

Toki: Are you okay with that? To ignore the melody that you made.

Tsugumi: Idiot, songs that are boring are the worst, right?

Toki: Well, that’s also true. In that case, the hook is catchy so let’s leave it as is. Let’s think about the rest of it some more. At this rate, the drums won’t be able to create a tasty sound either.

Hibari: I’m fine with just playing the cymbals~

Toki: What I’m saying is, let’s rethink this. Stop smiling like that.

Sora: U-um!

Live House Manager: Hey, you there! How many times do I have to tell you not to play your instruments here, Impish Crow?!

Sora: Ah, yes, I’m sorry!

Tsugumi: Huh? Tobi-chan’s here!

Toki: Hey, Tobikura-san.

Mitsuru: Hello, good evening.

Hibari: You came! I didn’t notice you at all.

Sora: I did try calling out at first though…

Tsugumi: Besides, why are you apologizing?

Sora: That, I just found myself…

Live House Manager: Not just this guy, you all should apologize! At this rate, your goal of getting 100 guests in this place will just be a dream, you brats!

Toki: I apologize. We’ve tried selling tickets around the neighborhood and in other neighborhoods as well. But regardless of that, you’ve been taking care of us yet we’ve been inconveniencing you. We will make sure to reflect on our actions.

Live House Manager: Y-yeah… If you just said that in the first place, I would’ve also…

Toki: But, if we don’t work on it while we can, the sound will disappear somewhere. I’m really sorry.

Mitsuru: Yeah. We couldn’t help that earlier. We didn’t make it in time for Hana Uta no Rock-On after all.

Hibari: The music gods come to Tsugu-chan on a whim after all~ Ah, also, this new song plays a part too.

Tsugumi: That’s right. The new song will make the live house more pumped up, and it’ll be fun for us too! Besides, this place’s staff shouldn’t say things like that~

Live House Manager: Geez… If you say it like that… Ah, that’s enough for today. Next time you’ll have to pay up, got it?

Tsugumi: Yes, we’re sorry~

Live House Manager: Wait a minute, you there, the man wearing a suit.

Sora: A-ah, yes!

Live House Manager: If you’re their guardian, you should act more like one. It’ll trouble me if you don’t.

Sora: Ah! Ah… That… I do want to be like a guardian, but…

Tsugumi: He could let it slide a little, right?

Toki: But well, it doesn’t seem like he’s going to throw us out.

Hibari: This is a good place to use after all.

Tsugumi: I get that! But you know, it can’t be helped that it’s like this at the start.

Tsugumi: Tobi-chan, around where’d you start listening today?

Mitsuru: From the second half of the second track, I think.

Sora: You noticed me?

Mitsuru: Yeah. Guests in suits aren’t very common.

Tsugumi: Mitsuru has good eyes after all~

Sora: I meant to get here earlier, but…

Toki: You were busy with work, it can’t be helped.

Sora: Work is indeed important. But your guys’ live performance is just as important. Even if you perform the same songs, you won’t hear the same sound again.

Hibari: As expected of our number one fan!

Sora: You won’t find anyone who’s as good at cleaning up after Impish Crow as me! Also, you’re a band capable of showing much more. No, I’ll show them!

Sora: That’s why… Won’t you debut with DIGNITY PRODUCTION?

Tsugumi: We won’t~

Toki: Tsugu, your way of speaking…

Tsugumi: It’s straight to the point, right?

Toki: You…

Sora: It’s fine, Toki-kun. I didn’t think I’d be able to sway Tsugu-kun’s feelings so easily.

Hibari: You never give up, huh~

Sora: I’ve been trying for five years, after all.

Mitsuru: It’s been five years since you last called out to us, huh.

Hibari: Ah, that means... Tobi-chan, you’ve been working at DIG-PRO for five years?

Toki: You must be busy.

Sora: Not at all. As a manager, I still have a long way to catch up with my seniors. But I have confidence that my understanding of your music won’t lose to anyone.

Tsugumi: You really don’t hesitate~

Hibari: You’re quite good~

Tsugumi: But sorry, Tobi-chan. We don’t plan on going pro.

Tsugumi: Ah shoot, I have to get to my part-time job!

Sora: You’re working at this time?

Tsugumi: Yup, at the convenience store. I’ll be heading out first!

Sora: Tsugumi-kun, you can do it!

Toki: Tobikura-san, sorry about this every time.

Sora: Not at all, this is much better than a cold response. In fact, it fires me up more!

Mitsuru: Tobi-chan really never gives up.

Sora: I’m more sorry that I couldn’t read the room.

Hibari: It didn’t bother us at all~ Tobi-chan really likes our sound after all.

Sora: Yes, I love it! I want your guys’ music to reach even more people. From the first day I met you, these feelings haven’t changed.

Toki: We’re truly grateful for your feelings. But…

Sora: It’s fine, I know. You can reject me as many times as you’d like, but these feelings still won’t change. I won’t be satisfied until you go pro, and I want you to choose DIGNITY PRODUCTION. Until that day comes, I won’t budge!

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TL: hello hello!! i'm very excited to bring to you my first dig-rock translation! i wanted to give a disclaimer that i am in no way fluent and this translation does have mistakes, but i love dig-rock and hope you'll enjoy the story with me nonetheless. please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or corrections for this translation!!

i plan on translating each track as quickly as possible and figure out a schedule as we go~ i'll keep you updated, and i hope you stick along for the adventure that is dig-rock!! if you're unfamiliar with dig-rock, i definitely recommend checking out their music <33 see you again soon!!

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TRANSLATIONS

Dear Vocalist

Double Session Ecstasy ☆ Re-o-do VS Momochi Translation

Momochi ＠ＳＨＩ・ＢＵ・ＹＡ＼the sweetest!／Translation

Pash Plus Interview ☆ Momochi (Toshiyuki Toyonaga) Evolve + Raving Beats Translation

7. Unlimited Veronica Translation —

Shadow births light [track one]

PIECES [track two]

四神相応 [track three]

ゆくすゑ [track four]

4. Xtreme Momochi Translation —

因縁生起 [track one]

contrary [track two]

glass slipper [track three]

3. Wired Momochi Translation —

lonely singer [track two]

夢幻泡影 [track three]

cast free talk

URADOL

URADOL Introduction / Character Profiles + Masterpost

1. Stage/opening Translation —

drama track preview

♪ Bright - SPYAIM 【URADOL Stage/opening】

2. Stage/moving Translation —

♪ Summer Vacation - SPYAIM 【URADOL Stage/moving】

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A red fox snacking on a plum.

FREDERIC DESMETTE / BIOSPHOTO / MINDEN PICTURES

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[SSR] Taichi | MANKAI Party

I wanna show everyone the cool side of me! But that’s not all, there’s more that I wanna show you. Lead Skill: A Form that Shines from Efforts Adlib Skill: My Guests are Happy Lively Friends

Translation under the cut

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BIRTHDAY VLOG: Taichi - Part 1

—Hallway (Evening)—

Taichi: Thanks for filming me today, Kazu-kun!

Kazunari: No probs! I just hope that I took a good vlog~.

Taichi: I'm sure it's all perfect! I think you filmed the insanely cool me just fine thanks to you!

Kazunari: Alrighty, all that's left is editing! Should we go with the momentum and do it now?

Taichi: Good idea!

—Room 202—

Kazunari: Now then, let's start this right away!

Taichi: Let's go~!

Kazunari: Got any request for the editing? Like, any concept you want?

Taichi: Let's see... We're gonna show this to my fans at my birthday event later, so I want it to be stylish!

Kazunari: Okay~!

I'm gonna play the recording, so tell me any parts that you wanna use or cut, okay?

Taichi: Got it!

"Here's the handicraft store that I often go to as part of being the costume-making assistant!"

"My job is to predict the amount of fabrics we'll need while looking at Yuki-chan's design drawings, and to look for some threads of the right colors..."

"Ah! It's the thread that I bought for stitching before! At the time, I thought about the balance of the color with the costume, so I went with the number three~."

Taichi: .....

"Next is the Kung-fu dojo that I always go to! I'm gonna start my practice now, so I want you guys to see this~!"

"Here's my special skill! ...Hah! Yah!"

Taichi: .....

Kazunari: How's it?

Taichi: .....

Do I look cool in that recording, Kazu-kun...?

Kazunari: Ofc! I think you're plenty cool!

Though... something must've been on your mind if you say that, huh?

Taichi: Yeah... It's just that, I felt cool when we were filming earlier, but looking at this again... It's not that it's embarrassing...

I don't know, it just doesn't feel like that's ME.

Kazunari: Ahh, I guess it kinda does?

How do I say this... It's like, you were trying too hard than you usually do.

Taichi: "Trying too hard"...?

You're right! So that's why it felt so strange...

Kazunari: ...Speaking of, the theme for the vlog you need to present is "A sight you want to show your fans".

Why do you wanna make your vlog like this, Taicchan?

Taichi: That's... I was wondering what I should film, then Mucchan's vlog came into mind, which was about "showing his cool self".

Then I thought "I wanna show my fans the cool side of me too".

Kazunari: I see~. So that's why the vlog and your comments had that cool vibe when we filmed earlier.

Taichi: I even asked you to do both filming and editing since I thought you'd make my vlog look even more cooler.

I was too fixated on showing my cool self that I could only think of making myself look cool the entire time.

But I guess I'm still far from being cool, huh...

Kazunari: That's not true. The feeling of wanting to look cool relates to growth and hard work, so I think that's really important.

Still, you don't need to force yourself to do that...

Because I'm sure all your fans already know just how cool you are.

Taichi: Kazu-kun...

Kazunari: Now then! What should we do about the recording?

If you wanna do a retake, then I'll gladly be the cameraman again!

Taichi: Kazu-kun...! I'm so moved into tears~!

I'll take up on your words then... Let's start our vlog from the beginning again!

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BIRTHDAY VLOG: Taichi - Part 2

—Handicraft Store—

Taichi: We'll begin our vlog at this handicraft store for today too!

Kazunari: Oui! I'm super glad we got the permission to film for the second time.

Taichi: I thought we wouldn't get it, but the store manager kindly permitted us since I always come to the store!

Also, I'm really sorry that you had to film me again.

Kazunari: Nah bro, I totes don't mind at all! More importantly, let's make it a vlog that you really wanna show to your fans this time, Taicchan!

Taichi: Yeah! We gotta make it show the true-to-life of me!

Let's do our best once again, Kazu-kun!

Kazunari: OK! The camera's ready now~.

3, 2 , 1.. and start!

Taichi: Hey there, is everyone watching~? It's me, Taichi Nanao!

I hope you'll have fun watching this vlog of mine!

Let's introduce our cameraman first. The one in charge of filming me is Kazu-kun from Summer Troupe!

Kazunari: Sup guys, it's Kazunari Miyoshi~! I'm gonna be his personal cameraman for today!

Taichi: I'll count on you!

Now then, the first thing I chose to show is this! The handicraft store~!

Kazunari: Yay~!

Taichi: This place is where I, who's also a costume-making assistant, feel indebted to!

Kazunari: Why'd you choose this store?

Because it holds a lot of memories of me being the assistant.

I can still remember why I started helping with costume-making too...

Besides, it's really hard to make costumes every time. But the joy of completing each of them is incredibly awesome!

Now then, let's go shopping right away! I need to buy some of the things that Yuki-chan asked me to for today!

Uhh, double tracing wheel, and more of those braid trims that we usually use... wait, what's a tracing wheel again!?

...Hehe, this actually happens quite a lot while I'm shopping.

Kazunari: What do you do at times like this?

Taichi: I either search on my phone or ask Yuki-chan!

First, I'll look up what a tracing wheel is... Ah, found it! Ohhh, so that's what it looks like!

Next is braid trim... Huh? Which one did he say he's lacking again? For this, we'll send a LIME to ask Yuki-chan!

Phew, we somehow managed to complete our errand safely!

It's kinda embarrassing that I couldn't remember the name of a tool I don't use much...

But yeah, this is what I usually do as costume-making assistant!

Well then, let's move on to the next place now~.

I've actually never shown this place to my fans not even once, but I want you guys to see it this time, so come follow me!

—Kung-fu Dojo (Evening)—

Kazunari: What's this place, Taicchan?

Taichi: This is the Kung-fu dojo that I always visit ever since the play "Fire up! Mantou Fist" that we performed long time ago!

I've been practising recently to learn this new technique, but its pretty difficult...

That's why I'm sure I'll fail many times for today as well.

But I want all the fans to know the genuine me, so I'll show you guys as it is!

Please take care of me today, Lee-san!

Lee: Will do.

Kazunari: GJ, Taicchan~! I think the vlog's coming out just perfect!

Taichi: Thanks! By the way, you kept cheering for me while I was practising, right?

Kazunari: Ahaha! You were doing your best so hard that I couldn't help and let out my voice!

Taichi: Your cheers made me feel really encouraged!

...Would the fans be happy with this vlog of mine?

Kazunari: I'm sure it'll be totes okay, since it's the best video ever with full of your charms!

Taichi: That's good to know! I wanna hurry up and show it to my fans~!

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BIRTHDAY VLOG: Taichi - Part 3

*Director's default name as Izumi

—Backroom—

Taichi: Ta-da! How do I look today?

Muku: Wow, you look really cool!

Homare: Hm, that looks very nice on you.

Kazunari: You're hella fine, dude! Gotta snap tons of pic~.

Taichi: Let's do our best for today, guys!

Muku: Yeah!

Kazunari: I gotchu buddy! We'll liven up your b-day event as much as we can!

Homare: I, too, have composed a poem of blessings for you. Do tell me whenever you need it.

Izumi: Is everyone ready? It's almost time to start.

Taichi: I'm always ready!

Izumi: Don't forget to take your photo at the end, okay?

Taichi: Got it!

(It's finally the time... I'm super nervous, but kinda excited too!)

—Stage—

Kazunari: Well then, since we've finished with our greetings...

Homare: It is time to call our main character for today to come out.

Muku: Everyone, please give a warm round of applause!

*clap clap*

Taichi: Thanks for coming today, everyone~! Taichi Nanao has finally arrived!

Fan A: Taichi-kun, happy bday!

Fan B: Happy birthday, Taichi-kun!

Fan C: Happy bday~!

Muku: Everyone would like to say congratulations, huh.

Homare: In that case, we will give you all a signal, so try to say it once again at the same time.

Kazunari: Ready guys? 3, 2, 1, go!

Fans: Happy birthday to you, Taichi-kun~!

Taichi: Woahhh, I'm super happy! Thanks everyone~!

Kazunari: Now then, let's go with the flow and get started with the first segment!

*clap clap*

Taichi: First is the "Vlog Viewing Party" segment!

The vlog is filmed with the theme of "A sight you want to show your fans", so that's what we'll be watching!

The one in charge of filming and editing is Kazu-kun~.

Kazunari: It's full of Taicchan's charms, so please enjoy it~!

Muku: I'm really excited since I haven't seen it yet.

Homare: I'm filled with expectations to see what kind of charm is packed in this vlog.

Taichi: Without further ado, let's start the video!

Taichi: "Hey there, is everyone watching~? It's me, Taichi Nanao!"

Muku: Is that... a handicraft store?

Taichi: Correctamundo!

Homare: Hm, it is interesting that Taichi-kun chooses this place as "the sight he wants to show his fans".

Taichi: "Uhh, double tracing wheel, and more of those braid trims that we usually use... wait, what's a tracing wheel again!?"

Fan D: Seeing him being flustered is so cute!

Fan A: Do your best~!

Taichi: "Phew, we somehow managed to complete our errand safely!"

"Well then, let's move on to the next place now~."

"I've actually never shown this place to my fans not even once, but I want you guys to see it this time, so come follow me!"

Fan B: Eh! Not even once!?

Fan C: Where is it~?

Homare: Oh my, this place is...

Taichi: "This is the Kung-fu dojo that I always visit ever since the play "Fire up! Mantou Fist" that we performed long time ago!"

Fan D: Eh, we can see Taichi-kun do Kung-fu!?

Fan E: I'm so happy!

Taichi: "Ahh, I failed again~!"

Kazunari: "You almost got it just now~."

Lee: "Would you like to end here for today?"

Taichi: "No, let me do it one more time please!"

Fan A: He's really working hard!

Muku: I didn't know he challenged this so many times...

Lee: "Well then, let us start from the beginning once more."

Taichi: "Yes, sir! ......HOH! YAH!"

Kazunari: "That's good, keep it up!"

Homare: You were almost there, Taichi-kun!

Fan B: Do your best~!

Fan C: So close!

Taichi: "Hahh, I almost got it though~. Like I thought, it's really hard..."

Lee: "It's already this late, so the next one will the last for today."

Taichi: "I understand. I'll do my best til I can learn it!"

Lee: "Now then, BEGIN!"

Taichi: "Hah! Yah!"

Kazunari: "Goooo~!"

Taichi: "Ora! Fuh! ...YAHH!!"

"......I-, I-, I did it~!"

Kazunari: "Oohh~! Grats, Taicchan!"

Fan D: Congrats!

Fan E: Yay~!

Muku: Woah, that's amazing!

Lee: "You've done really well for practising this technique."

Taichi: "It's all thanks to you, Lee-san! Thank you very much for today!"

"I-I did it~..."

Kazunari: "GJ, Taicchan! How do you feel right now?"

Taichi: "Suuuper happy!"

*clap clap*

That's all from my vlog. Thanks for watching, everyone!

...Actually, I had to re-film everything 'cause I didn't like the first take.

Homare: Is that so?

Taichi: I planned to only show the cool parts of me at first, but then it didn't feel like myself at all. It felt so out of place...

It was Kazu-kun who noticed why the vlog seemed like that.

That's why I decided to let you all see the current genuine me that doesn't try to look cool!

I felt a bit embarrassed that I looked bad at some parts, but I want those who always support me know this side of me too.

Muku: Taichi-kun...

Taichi: From now on, to make you guys think that even the genuine Taichi Nanao seem cool...

And to make you all feel glad for supporting me, I'm going to learn even more of all sorts of things and master everything!

That's why, I'd be happy if you guys continue to support me!

*clap clap*

Fan C: I'll always support you~!

Fan D: I love you~!

Kazunari: Taicchan who did his best is so cool! Y'all think the same thing, right?

Fans: We do~!

Taichi: Eh?

Homare: Hm, it was quite admirable to see the sight of you that keeps challenging without giving up for the sake of learning the technique just now.

Muku: That's right. You were really cool, Taichi-kun!

Fan D: So cool~!

Taichi: Everyone~! Thank you~!

Muku: Oh, seems like it's almost time to end...

Taichi: Already!? So quick~!

Homare: Time sure flies very quickly when you're having fun.

Kazunari: Oh yeah, we gotta take a pic at the end! Who's gonna be the cameraman?

Taichi: I want Kazu-kun, the one who did all the vlogging to take it!

Kazunari: Okie~!

Here we go~. Make a heart, please!

Taichi: S-sure!

Kazunari: Say 'cheese'~!

*snap*

Homare: Hm, is it alright to not say 'cheese', Taichi-kun?

Taichi: AH!

Homare: I recommend you say 'Gorgonzola' instead...

Taichi: I-I'm fine even without all that!

Muku: Fufu, he's really flustered.

Kazunari: I'll take a pic of this Taicchan too!

Taichi: EHH!?

*snap*

Story Clear!

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FINALLY. Sorry that I've been keeping this card for quite a while. I couldn't really work on any stories while I was on school break, cuz I wanted to spend my time binge-watch/read all the animes and mangas I've missed out the last few months. I've missed doing this so I hope I'll get the next one done sooner or later :D

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