Umbraton has something to satisfy all appetites, whether it's social issues you're into or other matters of Aurorian interest.

Lumopolis... I don't know if they even have reporters there.

Blanche, Cinder, and Shadow are watching you!

They don't seem particularly newsworthy.

Vic is someone I really want to interview... One day I shall!

Lilica is just like me! We're both striving to pursue our dreams.

Is it true that Vice and Carleen had inclinations towards different things back when they were in school? Hmph. Fine, I'll stop asking.

I really don't understand what those leaders are thinking... They seem to live in a completely alternate world separate from reality, and they feed the younger generation nothing but lies!

Can Soroz only communicate with you? Oh... Could you do me a favor? You see, I want you to help interpret for us so I can interview it. How'd you know I was gonna ask?

Ha! There's a story in here somewhere...

Alright, this is a rare opportunity! No one to bother me, and my editor's not breathing down my neck about deadlines... It's time to finish all my work from last week!

Sorry...

Haha, I knew it!

Camera at the ready!

ACTION!

My inspiration is flowing!

I need to write this all down.

My mind feels so clear!

I understand everything now!

A-Am I finally a full-timer?

I will write down everything you do within my sight. Are you afraid? Ahahaha—Nope, I wasn't laughing.

I can write even faster now!

Alchemy Stars!

Happy New Year, Navigator. Although last year's news wasn't all good, as long as I record everything honestly and someone pays attention to it... I know that next year will be better.

Gathering info is very important. My hatted sparrow Blanche is responsible for Lumopolis, my gray pigeon Cinder is responsible for Lower Lumopolis, and my rat Shadow is responsible for Umbraton.

You think my gear looks heavy? Ah, thank you, but I can take care of it myself. If you want to be an independent reporter, these are all indispensable allies in the field.

I know what you meant just now—you don't like it here, do you? You have a lot of ideas yet to be realized, right? Huh? Are you denying it? Really? I don't believe you.

Wow, I feel like my bag's gotten lighter all of a sudden! This should make things a lot easier... Thank you, Navigator.

Blanche found the motive, Cinder found the murder weapon, and Shadow found the witness... Yup! I already know who the killer is! The exclusive report will be out soon!

Wow, my writing speed has gone through the roof! I need to tell my editor about this right away. Hey, maybe I can even become a staff writer soon!

This is the first time anyone has ever said such kind words to me. You're not trying to bribe me, are you? Even so, I won't stop reporting truthfully about all your adventures!

I want to write an exclusive feature on you. Erm... I mean, that's what my editor asked for... I only just found out about it myself.

You... Um, actually I... Breathe, Brandy. Actually, I just wanted to ask, is it really okay for us to do this? A journalist and her interviewee?

A first-class reporter never wavers for a second, even in the middle of a war zone.

Are you curious about my bag? There are all kinds of precious leads and resources in it—priceless treasures a journalist should be proud of. Huh? You're just curious about the way it looks!?

Listen, when you're chasing a lead and your cover's about to be blown, just do what I do—lower the brim of your hat, put on some sunglasses, and button up your coat.

Happy New Year, Navigator. Although last year's news wasn't all good, as long as I record everything honestly and someone pays attention to it... I know that next year will be better.

Was that interviewee telling the truth? Have I checked all the facts? Oh! Hi, I'm working hard, as always!

My birds go out to eat bread crumbs in the street every morning. But why do they always choose this street? This needs investigating...

Good evening. I'm preparing for tomorrow's shoot. Film: check, lens cover: check, flashbulb: check...

I don't think you'd ever struggle with something like failing to pass a probationary period, would you? Well, you should get some rest, anyway.

Happy New Year, Navigator. Although last year's news wasn't all good, as long as I record everything honestly and someone pays attention to it... I know that next year will be better.

I'm Brandy, an intern reporter from The Daily Scoop. You're Navigator? Great, I finally get to meet you! You're the biggest treasure trove of news headlines in all of Astra!

Thanks! I love it!

Wait, I'm a little shy...

Wow! I'll put it in my bag!

*Sobs* Navigator...

This is the feeling of battle!

In truth, power!

Are you ready for this?

I first got into newspapers and magazines when I was a child. Although I was only interested in gossip columns at the time, I learned to read and write from the tabloids.

War made me realize that there's more to life than gossip. Even I don't know how I would truly define news... Can tragedies that repeat themselves every day really be called so?

My parents want me to learn a trade, but I think interviewing and writing are skills I'll be honing all my life. Hmm... It really would be better if I could become a full-time employee at my current job, though.

I've got this.