This article contains a translation from the drama tracks (known as "Zero Chronicles" in the soundtrack booklet) in Remastered Tracks Rockman Zero Telos.

Notes[]

It should be noted that this set of translations does not include "Diary: Alouette's Good Day" due to its size.

Drama tracks[]

Retrospect 1: Elf War[]

Cyber-elf X: Zero... you can do it... you can...

Cyber-elf X: The glow of life born from the stars, the cries of machines made in imitation of humans, and the flames of strife sprouting from ideologies... They no longer reach here. The scene that emerges from the depths of my consciousness, surrounded by silence and melting into the abyss of my cyber brain, is the memory of the battlefield where I fought with you, Zero, a hundred years ago. What I hear are the last words you left me a century ago.

(Cut to X's memories of his and Zero's final battle against Omega.)

X: I'm not... we're not fighting to tie anyone down. We're not fighting to hurt anyone. We just want to create a world where anyone can hold hands with anyone else!

Omega: Roar...

Zero: Omega... after fighting the other me, I finally understood. What kind of battle I had been fighting until now, and what was my hesitation until now. I can tell you now. My power is not meant to destroy. It's for protecting my friends and what they believe in!

(Zero attacks Omega.)

Zero: Be gone, my nightmare!

X: So long, my fate.

X & Zero: Final Strike!

(Cut to the room where Zero is sealing himself away.)

Reploid Scientist: He doesn't have much time left before he is completely sealed in. I don't know if you'll be able to hold a satisfactory conversation since he's already started to stop functioning.

X: Zero!

Zero: X...?

X: Are you sure you want to do this? You've been fighting for everyone until now, and now this...

Zero: As long as I'm around, bloody history will repeat itself.

X: No way... What are you talking about, Zero?!

Zero: I've always wondered... for whom... and for what reason... we Repliroids must kill each other. Even in those times... you continued to believe in humans. I believe in you as a friend... So I want to believe in the words of the people you trust in...

(An alarm goes off.)

X: Don't do this! Stop the sealing now!

Zero: It's okay, X... take care of the rest...

(Zero drifts off.)

Record 1: Clockwork Apple[]

(The voice of TK-31 narrates in the background.)

TK-31: My name is... no... as a member of the Neo Arcadia City Management Bureau, I have no name. But if a name is just a means of solid-state recognition, then I have a model number, TK31. I suppose this string of numbers is my name. In order to maintain the ideal city for humans on a permanent basis, a strict control system is required, consisting of a large number of mass-produced Repliroids like us and a group of privileged Repliroids with real names. A human society filled with peace of mind and a Repliroid society replaced by numbers and highly functionalized. I loved this sublimely beautiful and well-managed city, Neo Arcadia, as well as its system. That is, until the moment when I engraved that word as my name!

(Cut to TK-31 with several coworkers.)

Coworker A: Look, it's Harpuia...

Coworker B: So it was true that he was going to accompany us on this investigation?

Coworker C: If the Bureau's people and the hunters are involved, it's gotta be pretty big. It's either something dangerous or there's quite a bit of treasure lying around.

TK-31: Guys... why don't we stop chatting about it?

Harpuia (in the background): ...Get the food team up to speed. Listen. You guys just need to collect the data here. Don't go alone, and if something happens, report it to the hunter who accompanied you.

TK-31: It is very rare to find an old-generation marine information city that has been preserved in its original form to this extent. It was only natural that Master Harpuia, who supports Lord X's administration from the academic side, would visit the site and give guidance. I should feel rather honored...

(Cut to a scene where TK-31 and others discover the Submerged Library.)

Investigator A: The power source is live... What is this place?

TK-31: It looks like a huge library.

Investigator B: Wow... there's so many doors. How many rooms are there?

Investigator B: H-Hey!

TK-31: I can only assume that I was out of my mind at that time. As if guided by something, I wandered into the deepest data room and ended up eating the forbidden fruit, a fragment of history sealed in the darkness. How could I have known that an unwanted reality would block and cover my eyes?

(TK-31 explores the area and uncovers hidden data about the Elf Wars.)

TK-31: What could this data room be? Th-This is... a powerful force that will lead the world to ruin... the Dark Elf. Dr. Vile, a super first-class war criminal. The last stage of the Elf Wars... the Total Repliroid Subjugation Operation... This is Lord X! What the... what is he fighting? ...Omega? What are... what are these documents?! I've never seen or heard of anything like this! Speaking of which... I heard that the research facility in Area 7 stores baby elves from the Great War...

(Suddenly an alarm goes off.)

TK-31: Wh-What's going on?! An overflow?! History is rewinding... th-the Irregular Wars... the Sigma Antibody Program... Mother Elf... th-the light... saves the world... the birth of hope... This is... Project Elpis!

Harpuia: Hey, you! What are you doing there? What's the matter? What are you trembling for? I told you... all we have to do is collect it.

(Harpuia disables the alarm.)

Harpuia: You know it's pointless for someone like you to follow your shameful curiosity and take an interest. Listen to me. Forget everything you've just seen. Model number... TK31.

Record 2: Irregular Passion[]

(The voice of TK-31 continues to narrate.)

TK-31: It had been almost a week since I had returned to Neo Arcadia from that investigation. In the midst of the peaceful passing of my daily life, I even felt as if that event was an illusion projected by the signal noise of the memory storage cells. Indeed, no matter what I saw, I could never lose my feelings for Neo Arcadia.

(Cut to scene with TK-31 and another Reploid.)

Reploid: Hey. Don't you think the energy rationing's getting a little tight these days?

TK-31: We Management Bureau Repliroids are still given preferential treatment. I'm not complaining.

Reploid: Hmph. That's not all. The Irregular clear-up rate has increased by 8 percent. It's never been that high before. I heard that some of the ones who were disposed of had nothing wrong with them. Don't you know? The ones who escaped, they rose up in arms and started the Resistance—

TK-31: What are you getting at?! Who are you...?

Reploid: I'm HE22, a pre-war heritage manager at the Ministry of the Environment.

TK-31: Heritage? ...Well, I submitted the research report.

HE-22: Yeah. They showed me. You know... the maritime city, it's been erased from the records. They blew it up, submerged most of the facilities. You must've noticed as well. Something's going on, and it's getting pretty dangerous.

TK-31: Hold it! If you keep talking about that, I'm going to call the police!

HE-22: You don't understand! I wonder what's happening to the Repliroids who were involved in that investigation...?

(As the two speak, a group of Irregular Hunters arrives.)

Harpuia: Everybody stay where you are! This is a warrant from the Eight Gentle Judges. Model number TK31, you have been declared Irregular for high treason! You are hereby taken into custody.

Coworker A (in the background): Hey, the door's locked!

Coworker B (in the background): An Irregular Hunter!

TK-31: M-Me...? An Irregular?

Harpuia: All those who resist will be deemed Irregular and disposed of here and now!

(As Harpuia speaks, an explosion occurs.)

Harpuia: What the? The Resistance?!

HE-22: TK31! This way!

TK-31: Me...? A rebel...? No... Neo Arcadia... they... they just...

(Cut to a scene later, in the sewers, after HE-22 and TK-31 have made their escape.)

HE-22: I think we shook 'em off. Hey, get a grip, TK31! Look, I need the information you have to free my friends who are being unjustly punished. We've been looking for an opportunity to get you out of Neo Arcadia, since you're the one who knows the ins and outs of it and participated in the investigation. First, we need to get out of here. We'll establish a base of operations. Then gather the scattered Resistance and prepare for rebellion.

TK-31: Before that... there is still something we need to do here. Let's head to the research facility in Area 7.

HE-22: Area 7...? N-No, that's crazy! We're on high alert!

TK-31: You want to find out what's going on, don't you?! That's why we need it!

HE-22: What exactly is in there? Hey! Do you hear me, TK31?!

TK-31: Don't call me by my model number anymore. My name... is Elpis! The chosen one who will be the hope for all Repliroids oppressed by Neo Arcadia! And for that, baby elves, I need... I need your power. That's right... power... more power!

Decision: Eight Gentle Judges[]

(The scene opens in the council of the Eight Gentle Judges.)

Cubit Foxtar: Order!

Tretista Kelverian & Deathtanz Mantisk: Judgment!

Childre Inarabitta: In light of the current rapid increase in the number of heinous and serious incidents that harm humans, it is necessary to severely punish Repliroids with the corresponding model number from the standpoint of preventing recurrence and general precaution. Therefore, in the name of X, the Sovereign of Truth, we hereby declare him an Irregular. He shall be disposed of as such.

Tretista Kelverian & Deathtanz Mantisk: Declared an Irregular!

Cubit Foxtar: The court is hereby adjourned with respect to today's Irregular case.

(Later, some of the Judges speak to each other.)

Childre Inarabitta: I don't think I can agree with Lord X's judgement today, either...

Cubit Foxtar: Inarabitta! Don't speak out of turn. It's just that we, the guardians of the law, the judges, have not been able to prove the circumstances of the case that would serve as a defense.

Childre Inarabitta: But you know what, Foxtar? In the end, we haven't even been told what he saw, so don't you think it's too hasty to declare him an Irregular without much discussion? It's not like we didn't have more time to talk about it.

Deathtanz Mantisk: The thought of having to reap another needless life with my own hands... it makes my heart ache. Not wielding my sickles is supposed to be a sign of peace.

Tretista Kelverian: Right. But it is also true that people can't let go of their fear of the Irregulars. Mantisk, the laws we follow are for the benefit of others. Although it is hard for us Repliroids... Lord X... has changed.

(Harpuia approaches.)

Harpuia: Kelverian.

Tretista Kelverian: Sage Commander! It's you!

Harpuia: Let's pretend I didn't hear what you just said. The recent increase in Irregulars is partly the fault of the Big Four. Wasn't I supposed to be the one to be held responsible for today's incident?

Tretista Kelverian: Take care of yourself, Sage Commander. You are a light that shines on the people, just like Lord X. Please don't blame yourself. Preventive measures such as correcting potential Irregulars and rectifying stressors, which are hotbeds of dangerous thoughts, are necessary. Still, the basic idea of Neo Arcadia should have been the cooperation between humans and Repliroids. Lord X... make a better choice...

Diary: Alouette's Good Day[]

Main article: Diary: Alouette's Good Day

Due to its length, Diary: Alouette's Good Day has its own page. The basic synopsis of this track is Alouette trying to come up with names for the Baby Elves, and how she decided to go with Créer (to create), and Prier (to pray).

Will 1: Weil Numbers[]

(The scene opens as Fefnir and Leviathan battle Omega inside the Forbidden Ark.)

Fefnir: Now you've done it. Time for you to blow up!

(Fefnir fires but gets smashed by Omega's claw.)

Fefnir: Augh!

Omega: Roar...

(Cut to Harpuia musing to himself.)

Harpuia: The release of the Dark Elf brought forth the resonance of Omega, the demonic Repliroid that once terrorized the world. When the ghost of Dr. Vile appeared before me, I knew that the ideal of Neo Arcadia was nothing more than an illusion, born of a bloody battle. But what if the friends I was born to fight with and the sworn enemies we fought to the bitter end with, were just an illusion...? It can't be. In that case, everything in this world is an illusion. Every power, every ambition was about to push open the door to a history filled with madness.

(Chatter from various parties is heard.)

???: First Aid Floor Center!

???: The delegation? Patch them in.

???: Lord X has returned!

???: What do you mean that Vile is... with him?

???: First of all, we need to get the data and examine it...

???: Why don't we just force them to come here?

???: Well... it's been announced that his exile has been lifted, and we have been ordered by Lord X to welcome him as a key government official.

(A Neo Arcadian Subordinate speaks with Harpuia regarding Fefnir and Leviathan.)

Subordinate: Master Harpuia! Lord X is...

Harpuia: What's the status of Fefnir and Leviathan?

Subordinate: Well... Dr. Vile's orders were wedged in as top priority. Both the maintenance and medical teams were short on staff...

Harpuia: What?!

(A Human converses with Harpuia next regarding his comrades.)

Human: Master Harpuia.

Harpuia: You guys! ...Only three people?

Human: Right. We heard that those two were seriously injured, so we came as fast as we could. We humans can only do what's possible in times like this.

Harpuia: I'm sorry. So... how are they?

Human: We've done all we can, but they seem to have lost consciousness as soon as the transfer was completed, and they're still in a critical state. We don't know when they'll wake up...

(Later, Harpuia converses with members of the Eight Gentle Judges. He can clearly see changes in their personalities.)

Childre Inarabitta: Oh, what the heck, you're finally back, Harpuia. You can fly, but you're so slow at what you do. Come on, why don't you take these two lumps of scrap and vacate the room?

Harpuia: What did you say?!

Deathtanz Mantisk: If you want, I can help you get rid of them. If there's no way you can ever get rid of the Resistance, then I guess it's time to retire you guys. Neo Arcadia can't afford to give energy to the incompetent.

Harpuia: Watch your mouth! Those two stood up to that demon Repliroid to prevent a repeat of the tragedy a century ago!

Tretista Kelverian Stop messing around, you little gnat! We've got to go meet Lord Vile. We don't have time to deal with you!

Harpuia: "Lord" Vile? What's gotten into you all?!

Cubit Foxtar: While you were lollygagging around, Lord Vile upgraded us. Yeah... I feel so refreshed and nice!

Harpuia: What?!

Childre Inarabitta: You're still so slow on the uptake. A certain sluggish imbecile is having a hard time with Zero, so we thought we'd make short work of him. C'mon! We don't have enough space for Lord Vile's research. Out of our way, you dunce!

Harpuia: ...It's all Vile's work, isn't it? I will not leave Neo Arcadia and the future of humanity to your unrestrained justice any longer!

Will 2: Light and Shadow[]

(Cyber-elf X meets Phantom inside Cyberspace.)

Cyber-elf X: Phantom... we meet at last.

Phantom: I never thought that I would meet You in this form...

Cyber-elf X: Yeah. You already know about Zero, don't you?

Phantom: Indeed. I know everything. What of him?

Cyber-elf X: He's fighting for the people and Repliroids now. Will you help him?

Phantom: My darkness will not serve any other light than Yours. The only thing I can do is to find out if he is a true blade that can protect people and Repliroids. For I am also a blade.

Cyber-elf X: You haven't changed a bit, have you?

Phantom: Anything easily malleable cannot be called loyalty.

Cyber-elf X: I understand. I believe in your unshakable mind. I also have faith that Zero will overcome everything.

(An unrecognizable sound effect is heard.)

Phantom: Hm?

Cyber-elf X: This sensation... it's them.

Phantom: They've lost to Omega, have they not?

Cyber-elf X: Perhaps... let's go, Phantom.

Phantom: As you will.

Will 3: Stand and Fight[]

(Cyber-elf X and Phantom stand in front of the injured Fefnir and Leviathan.)

Cyber-elf X: You look like you've been hit pretty bad. Are you okay?

Phantom: Wake up. You're in the presence of Lord X.

Leviathan: Phantom...? Lord X!

Fefnir: Hold up. Did we just die?

Phantom: No. You are merely drifting between life and death right now. My body has long since been lost, but you still have bodies to return to. And there must be something left for you to do as well.

Cyber-elf X: Yeah. I need you to do something for me.

Leviathan: Do something for you?

Cyber-elf X: In Neo Arcadia, and now all over the world, there is chaos among the Repliroids. The resonance of the Dark Elf and Omega has brainwashed all Repliroids, and the prelude to Vile's reign of domination, terror, and revenge is about to begin.

Leviathan: Vile?!

Fefnir: So the Dark Elf is in the hands of that crazy old man...

Cyber-elf X: If this continues, the tragedy of the Elf Wars will be repeated. The only ones who can stop it are you and Zero, who are unaffected by brainwashing.

Fefnir: So, you want us to help Zero. If that's the case, I'm out. I'm not gonna play nice with him. I swear... I'm gonna destroy Zero!

Leviathan: It's the same for me... I'm not gonna play friends with Zero, even if that's what you want. He's... he's my prey.

Cyber-elf X: I see...

Leviathan: Yes. And that's why... I can't let Vile take what's mine!

Fefnir: And there you have it. I'll have to pay back that Omega scum first before I can destroy Zero. Heh, my title of Fighting Commander is gonna go out of style if I'm always being underestimated.

Cyber-elf X: You guys...

Fefnir & Leviathan: Lord X, give us your orders once more!

Cyber-elf X: Fefnir, Leviathan. I want you to protect all the weak from the threat of Vile and Omega. You'll do it, won't you?

Fefnir & Leviathan: We're on it. We will make you proud!

Fefnir: Hey. What are you gonna do, Phantom?

Phantom: It is my destiny to drift in the dark. I have a job to do here.

Leviathan: I see... Well, it's been a while since the four of us have been all together, so it's kind of a pity.

Cyber-elf X: Now allow me to get you back. Back to the world that you must protect. Indeed, the legendary heroes who defended the world are nothing but tales of old now. This world must be protected by those of you who live in the present.

Will 4: With Our Justice[]

(Harpuia attacks several enemies while invading Weil's domain.)

Harpuia: Out of my way!

(Explosions are heard.)

Harpuia: I'm outnumbered here...

Fefnir: Hut-hut-hut!

(More explosions.)

Fefnir: What's the matter? It's unusual for you to whine like that. Guess you're not gonna be able to do this without me, huh? Hup!

Leviathan: But I got a little something out of it! It's not every day you get to see Snob Boy look troubled.

(Leviathan attacks an enemy.)

Harpuia: Heh... took you long enough.

Leviathan: We still rushed as fast as we could. And I'm still dusty all over. I'd like to get this over with and re-coat in the pool at the maintenance gym.

Fefnir: Heh, sorry. I was just taking a detour. We've met Lord X, too. He told us to ask you for details, though. So, what we need to do is destroy Vile and Omega.

Harpuia: Don't you know? Vile is now the ruler of Neo Arcadia. If you follow me, you will be rebelling against Neo Arcadia. Is that what you want?

Leviathan: That's unusual. Have you ever asked us for our opinion before?

Fefnir: C'mon, now, this ain't like you. You should be giving orders with a hateful look on your face like you always do!

Harpuia: Heh... that's right. We will defeat Vile and Omega. What we need to protect is not the name Neo Arcadia or the title of the Big Four.

Fefnir: Our power is for the humans!

Leviathan: For the justice we believe in!

Harpuia: Let's go!

Fefnir: Hut-hut-hut!

Leviathan: Yaah!

Harpuia: Haah!

Harpuia: Even if what lies beyond the door is a future shrouded in darkness, the wind will dispel the fog, the flames show the way, the water enrich the body, and the shadow reflect it. By the four heavens, we will become as light that guides the whole world! Lord X... We will continue to fight to protect humans. Even if our lives, which we have put on the line for justice, are about to expire.

Retrospect 2: Dreams Never End[]

(Cyber-elf X muses to himself.)

Cyber-elf X: There were many battles. There have been many encounters. And now I'm filled with everyone's hopes. Humans and Repliroids. There is no difference in the weight of their lives. Our lives will also be passed on to new lives. Zero, I will continue to live alongside you all...

External links[]

• Remastered Tracks Rockman Zero - All drama tracks