Considered a weakling his entire life, Lloyd Belladonna leaves his village to fulfil his dream of becoming a soldier. When he arrives at the capital, the people discover that this oblivious kid might be more powerful than anyone expected.
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00:00Right, cool. That just about does it for orientation. Are there any questions?
00:08Where could he possibly be?
00:10Why would they plug someone as valuable as Lloyd?
00:13What the hell is Myrtlephan playing at?
00:18He doesn't even know!
00:21Look at him. The man's got no clue where Lloyd is.
00:25Alright then, moving on. The floor is yours.
00:30Yes, commencing with roll call.
00:34Anyone not present, raise your hand!
00:37For the love of God, get a hold of yourself! Quit yammering and pass these out!
00:46As I'm sure most of you are aware, these are uncertain times.
00:50The Kingdom of Azami currently stands on the brink of war with the Zhou Empire.
00:54Uncertain times, my foot. Without Lloyd Belladonna, we're screwed.
00:58I was gonna retire on the money I built off that kid!
01:02I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him!
01:06And it gets worse, as if the coming storm weren't headache enough.
01:10Princess Maria has been missing for five years.
01:13Where is he?
01:14This makes no sense!
01:16I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him, I need him!
01:19I NEED HIM!
01:21I NEED HIM!
01:26The written portion was just as hard as the one on martial arts, so it's no surprise I didn't make the cut.
01:32Still disappointing though.
01:34Could you not?
01:49This is the place.
01:56Um, I'm sorry to bother you.
02:00Anyone home?
02:02Who goes there?
02:08What the?
02:11Sorry.
02:13Right now is clearly not a good time!
02:16Who is this kid?
02:18Better yet, what is he?
02:20The sheer magnitude of his power compelled me to attack on instinct!
02:25What's he after?
02:27Information?
02:28Has he come to intimidate a former royal guard?
02:30I...
02:32Uh...
02:32I just saw your poster about part-time work!
02:36Beg pardon?
02:37I need a job!
02:39An obvious ruse.
02:41Uh, yes, provided you have the right qualifications.
02:44And relevant experience.
02:46I know how to cook, and I can clean.
02:49What does that mean?
02:51Crap the code!
02:52The gang back home always said it was a natural.
02:55He used to be part of a gang!
02:58Yes, well, I'm sure you wouldn't mind giving a demonstration.
03:01Sure thing!
03:02I can hit the ground running at a moment's notice!
03:05Can you now?
03:06Let's see what you've got!
03:08How about a nice risotto?
03:12Huh?
03:13Just let me get the lay of things.
03:15Huh?
03:20He's actually making risotto.
03:22Bizarre tactic.
03:25Full disclosure, I came here to join the military.
03:28But I botched the exam.
03:30Sure you did.
03:32Thing is, my village went all out for my going away party.
03:35I'd feel awful if I went back empty-handed, you know.
03:38Figured I'd make myself at home in the capital.
03:41Try again.
03:43It's only a year.
03:44I can hold out that long.
03:46Hang on.
03:47Is he just a regular kid?
03:49Impossible.
03:50Not with those reflexes.
03:53No.
03:53This has to be an act.
03:57Hmm.
03:59He answered with...
04:01Doodles.
04:02Yeah.
04:03So?
04:04It's probably just Sir Lloyd's idea of a joke.
04:08Why are you so fascinated?
04:11Sir Lloyd this, Sir Lloyd that.
04:13What's with you three?
04:14Perhaps he struggles to contain the artistic genius within his soul.
04:18Forgive her, Colonel.
04:20Lights are on, but no one's home.
04:22Hold on a second.
04:23Is that his test?
04:24Yeah.
04:26Seems he never really had a prayer.
04:27Are you crazy?
04:28Hmm?
04:29He's...
04:31Aren't doodles?
04:32They're ancient broons.
04:33Is that good news or bad news?
04:35It's chicken scratch.
04:37Hmm?
04:38Hey!
04:39How in the world do you not know ancient broons when you see them?
04:44You're the one who told me to crush up on the subject.
04:46For the good of the kingdom, you said.
04:48Huh?
04:49Oh, yeah.
04:50So where is he?
04:51We need to find this kid yesterday.
04:54That's just it.
04:55We have no idea where he is.
04:58Sorry for the wait.
04:59Whitefish risotto and tomato basil sauce.
05:02He did it.
05:03He literally made risotto.
05:06Do tomatoes not agree with you, sir?
05:08No, they're fine.
05:09This looks delicious.
05:10Haha.
05:12I'm no fool.
05:13He plans to strike me down when I'm most vulnerable.
05:16Lunch!
05:18So be it.
05:19As former head of the royal guard,
05:21I have but one course of action.
05:25To accept his challenge.
05:28Yeah, so what exactly are these things good for?
05:33They have power beyond imagining.
05:36In the hands of an accomplished caster,
05:38someone really talented.
05:40There's almost no limit to what ancient runes can do.
05:44Cool.
05:45Is it too much to hope you talked with the admin
05:47who interviewed our little prodigy?
05:49Uh, well, as a matter of fact...
05:52Hey there.
05:54How you doing?
05:55I wonder if you might indulge me with a few questions.
05:58This random flashback is making me uncomfortable.
06:02Apart from his written test,
06:04well, it's a little suspicious.
06:06But apparently Lloyd claimed the ability to summon rain.
06:10Sounds like an ambitious lie.
06:12Not necessarily.
06:13Think about it.
06:14Knowledge of ancient runes may just be the tip of the iceberg.
06:17Who knows what else the kid is capable of?
06:20Wow.
06:21Amazing.
06:22None of us knows the first thing about Lloyd,
06:25except that he may have powers beyond all reckoning.
06:29This might be...
06:31The most incredible meal I've ever eaten!
06:34I used way too much basil, didn't I?
06:37No, not at all.
06:38It was delicious.
06:39So you enjoyed it then?
06:41Hmm.
06:42Is he really here just about the job?
06:45Uh, so...
06:46My name is Chrome Molybdenum, the proprietor.
06:48Yourself?
06:49Oh!
06:50I didn't say!
06:51Lloyd Belladonna, at your service!
06:53Well, he does need the work, I guess.
06:56But I won't dare leave him unattended.
07:00Welcome aboard, Lloyd.
07:02Consider yourself hired.
07:05You won't regret it, sir.
07:07Ha ha ha.
07:09Man.
07:10If we weren't so obsessed with standardized testing,
07:13Lloyd would be here right now teaching me how to use runes.
07:16Worry not.
07:17We have a plan.
07:18Indeed.
07:19Lloyd shall attend this academy.
07:21His enrollment will be our reward upon recovering the vanished princess.
07:24I'm fairly surprised by how smart that sounds.
07:27And of course, the fat cash prize is nothing to sneeze at either.
07:30You failed the exam?!
07:33Yeah.
07:37I need to burn this kingdom to ash!
07:40That is not something we joke about!
07:42Oh, lighten up, Little Miss Sunshine.
07:45I wasn't joking.
07:46I think you're missing the point, Alka.
07:48Am I really, though?
07:50Uh, ma'am, if you please.
07:53I'd like to try again.
07:55When they give it next year.
07:58Yes?
07:58Meanwhile, we can head back home so I can cuddle you like the adorable puppers you are.
08:03Huh?
08:05If it's okay, I'd like to stay here.
08:07I'm sorry, miss.
08:09If it's too much to ask, just say no.
08:11Huh?
08:12So you don't want to go with me?
08:15I'm more than happy to pay rent.
08:17I found a part-time job.
08:18Please, Marie.
08:21I'm in, ma'am.
08:23Uh, I guess I'm fine with it if everyone else is.
08:27Oh.
08:28I can't deny you.
08:33You may do as you see fit.
08:35Really?
08:36Yes.
08:37Thank you so much.
08:38Thanks, ma'am.
08:39I, I don't know what else to say, so I'll go make us some dinner.
08:42I'm amazed you allowed that.
08:47Your old age making you soft?
08:49Huh?
08:50No one in her right mind could say no to that face.
08:54Goodness.
08:54It won't be easy making myself at home here, but I suppose I'll manage for his sake.
08:59What?
08:59What if I turn the deathbed into a double so I can cradle him in my arms like a baby as he drinks off to sleep?
09:06Forgive me, but with all due respect, Chief, maybe your magic could be put to better use?
09:13Like saving this kingdom.
09:18Just how bad have things gotten here?
09:23Bad.
09:23And they're getting worse.
09:25King Azami started advocating for war five years ago.
09:28I suspect the one responsible for putting the idea into his head will officially declare war at the Foundation Festival.
09:34The timing is pure theater.
09:38Once they receive invitations, foreign officials will flock to the festival in droves from all over the realm.
09:43So war with the Zhou Empire is all but a certainty, huh?
09:47That's correct.
09:49Unless this witch has anything to say about it!
09:52My dear, how often must I tell you this?
09:56The villagers of Kun Lan do not intervene in affairs of this nature.
10:00We only concern ourselves with threats beyond human comprehension, like demon lords.
10:06The wounded pride of little souls inevitably leads to war.
10:10We can't get sucked into petty squabbles.
10:12What a waste of our time that would be.
10:14I understand.
10:16Why do you think I risked my life five years ago learning the Disenchant Rune?
10:20I knew the price of your knowledge.
10:23Believe me, I'm more than happy to take matters into my own hands.
10:26I've been exploring the capital lately with the intention of flushing the warmonger out.
10:32I get where you're coming from.
10:33And I'm not unsympathetic to the cause.
10:36But I've seen many a noble intention fail, all because they didn't wait for their moment.
10:41I appreciate that. I really do.
10:44Hmm. I'm not convinced, Marie.
10:47If you get Lloyd wrapped up in all this, I won't hesitate.
10:50I'll spirit the boy back to Kun Lan so fast your head will spin!
10:53I'm... understood.
10:57So, do what you gotta do and move on.
11:00See to it that Lloyd gets himself enrolled in the military academy.
11:03Tick tock!
11:04You say that like it's easy!
11:06Why is his military career so important to you in the first place?
11:10Um, none of your beeswax.
11:12Let's just say I'm fulfilling my deepest wish.
11:15In other words, it's just a whim.
11:17Anywho, I'd best get back home before the other villagers start making a fuss.
11:21Lloyd, hon! I'll be back real soon!
11:25Bye!
11:29Hopefully by soon, you mean the opposite.
11:32Lowly head.
11:33Oh! I forgot!
11:34I've arranged it so every time you make a crack about my age, you'll be hit with moderate bad luck.
11:39Huh?
11:40Uh...
11:40That's not...
11:42AHHHHH!
11:44A Charlie Horse's moderate bad luck!
11:46AHHHHH!
11:47AHHHHH!
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12:09I say we let Selene worry about Lloyd.
12:15Weird as it seems, they have some sort of connection.
12:19Seriously?
12:20Mm-hmm.
12:21I've seen it myself.
12:22According to her, the two of them are destined for each other.
12:25She couldn't wait to be done with her test.
12:27Had to run right out and go find her man.
12:30Fascinating.
12:31Let her handle him.
12:32You and I can focus on finding the princess.
12:34Then you throw your weight around with the brass to get him in.
12:39With Lloyd on our side, this nation can maintain peace.
12:43He's our only hope at avoiding all-out war.
12:47Huh?
12:49Ah, that's rather unusual.
12:51This place is packed.
12:52Huh?
12:53What are you talking about?
12:54It's lunchtime.
12:55This is a cafeteria.
12:57Known for large portions and rock-bottom prices.
13:00Not the quality of its fare.
13:02Cadets only dine here when they've exhausted all other possible options.
13:05But normally it's deserted.
13:07Also, the floors used to be caked with grease.
13:11Now they're clean.
13:12More than that, they're sparkling.
13:14You say that like it's a bad thing.
13:18Incidentally, who's the meathead?
13:20Humble barkeep?
13:21Hmph.
13:22I think not.
13:23Head of the Royal Guard.
13:24Or used to be.
13:26Former escort to the princess.
13:28Fascinating.
13:28Shut up and eat.
13:34Huh?
13:35This looks amazing!
13:37Yeah.
13:47What's going on here, Chrome?
13:48Your food's never been this edible.
13:50I hired a new part-timer.
13:51My ass!
13:53No self-respecting member of the labor force would subject themselves in a sinkhole!
13:56What idiot wants to work for you?
13:58Quarter up!
14:00One fluffy rice omelet.
14:03Thank you, Lloyd.
14:04Now, go take out the garbage.
14:06Right away, sir.
14:10Explain yourself!
14:12How is that boy your employee?
14:14Wait a minute!
14:15How do you even know who he is?
14:17I don't.
14:21That said, I'm fairly familiar with what he's capable of.
14:24So I'm not paranoid!
14:25That's good.
14:26I've been walking on eggshells just waiting for him to attack.
14:30How the hell'd he end up here?
14:32You let a specimen like that slip through your fingers?
14:35Hmm.
14:36Dang it.
14:37We've got bugs.
14:39Shouldn't have let the trash pile up.
14:43Guess I'll take it to the incinerator.
14:47Miss Marie?
14:57That's weird.
15:00Could be out shopping or something.
15:03Where'd they say the fight is?
15:04Just up ahead.
15:05Please tell me someone didn't smuggle in another monster.
15:08Right?
15:08This is starting to get out of hand.
15:16That does it!
15:18Enough!
15:18You're jeopardizing the reputation of fellow cadets.
15:21I won't stand for it.
15:23The classmate you're defending is a rake.
15:26When asked if he knew the whereabouts of Sir Lloyd, he insisted I follow him, only to shamelessly make a pass at me.
15:31Thus, I decided to make an example and yank out his chest hair.
15:37It burns like fire.
15:39You don't just deprive a man of his front rug.
15:41You are the scion of a noble bloodline, which means everything you do reflects upon me!
15:46And if you refuse to be reasoned with, I'd be honored to persuade you by much older means!
15:56Unseize your weapon!
15:57I accept your challenge.
16:02Be warned, I too am skilled in the persuasive arts.
16:05Upon my search, no man shall impinge.
16:08Let those foolhardy enough feel the cold steel...
16:10So fast!
16:16What the?
16:36That's her belt!
16:39It's a sign!
16:41I think you've been Sir Lloyd's blessing!
16:46Our eyes are enswined by the threats of fate!
16:49This is a clear manifestation of our shared duties!
16:52Excuse me?
16:54Could it be?
16:55Sorry to intrude.
16:56I heard there was a monster over here somewhere.
16:58Sir Lloyd!
17:00Miss Selene?
17:06Sir Lloyd, I knew in my heart of hearts that we'd meet again one day!
17:09A miracle of miracles, you appear in my hour of need to snatch me from the jaws of certain death like a night in shining armor!
17:14This is destiny!
17:15Destiny types too!
17:17Um, what exactly is going on?
17:20This is the guy she's been up in arms about?
17:23What is the meaning of this?
17:25Our cadets do not fight amongst themselves!
17:28What seems to be the problem?
17:30I just said...
17:31There he is.
17:33Guess she wasn't playing around, huh?
17:35Flynn actually found her man.
17:36Isn't it just wonderful?
17:38Lloyd has agreed to defend my honor
17:40by thrashing this self-important thug within an inch of his life.
17:45Uh...
17:46Can she be serious?
17:47You're actually going one-on-one with Lloyd?
17:50Negative, Colonel!
17:51As a part of the military, albeit of low rank,
17:54I am forbidden from pummeling a civilian.
17:55Shut your face!
17:57Are you that much of a stickler for the rules?
17:59Or are you just afraid of getting your ass kicked?
18:01Woo!
18:02Woo!
18:03Since when does Murthal Vaughn advocate dueling?
18:06A soldier must never raise a hand to those they've sworn to protect!
18:09That's you, by the way.
18:10That's my impression of you.
18:11Just keep quiet and follow my lead.
18:13Do you want Lloyd enrolled or not?
18:16And...
18:17En garde!
18:18Why are you two making me do this?
18:22Of course!
18:24I'm a little cane.
18:25A born warrior.
18:26It's only natural they'd want to see my legendary battle prowess put to the test.
18:31Nothing personal, but I'm totally fighting you.
18:33Uh, but I'm just a weakling.
18:36Sure, sure.
18:36Look, kid.
18:37I have ambitions.
18:38Work with me here!
18:39Whoa, okay, whatever.
18:40We'll fight.
18:41Just please calm down.
18:42Ha ha!
18:43I won't forget this kindness!
18:44Okay, uh, so just humor me here.
18:47What are the actual odds of Alan surviving this friendly little head-to-head?
18:51Oh.
18:52Well, he's known far and wide for his considerable strength.
18:55As long as he avoids letting Lloyd punch him square in the face, he should be fine.
18:59Fair is fair.
19:00Since I outclass you, I'll let you take the first shot.
19:03Huh?
19:03You see, I'm widely known for my considerable strength,
19:06so if you like, feel free to punch me square in the face.
19:09Oh, um, okay.
19:10I'll do my best.
19:12Uh...
19:13Right.
19:22Mr. Murthophon.
19:24I know.
19:25He's dead.
19:27Don't just stand there!
19:28Say something!
19:29Oh, you're ready!
19:31He's not ready!
19:32He's not ready!
19:33He's not ready!
19:34He's not ready!
19:35He's not ready!
19:36He's not ready!
19:38He's not ready!
19:40He's not ready!
19:42He's not ready!
19:43He's not ready!
19:47Oh, this is wind magic!
19:56Oh no, Sir Lloyd has vanished!
19:58He did what?
19:59You