In this post I’ve translated one of the 3 DQ5 scenes you can visit in DQ11 on the 3DS version. One of the unlockable areas for DQ 5 is the Briscoletti house. This screenshot, and my translations, were done after I had already completed the side quest for Rodrigo Briscoletti. When I first visited here, a monster had cursed his home, turning everyone inside to a copy of him. Now I’ve come back after defeating that monster.



This post does NOT contain significant spoilers for the localized versions of Dragon Quest 11 at this time. However, if you are still new to the game, the dialogue in this post may contain spoilers as to the relations of the party members. IF YOU ARE PAST THE MIDPOINT OF THE GAME nothing at all can be spoiled for you. Otherwise, read at your own discretion.

(”Oni” is in the text because I named my protag Oni. You can substitute that part for whatever you would name your protag.)



When you talk to the 3 girls after completing his quest but before talking to Briscoletti.



Debora: That was no small thing you did, defeating the monster that caused trouble for our parents.

You seem pretty useful so I’m going to put you to work as my man servant.

But don’t get cocky. I’ve already decided on my first man servant. You’ll be my second, got it?

Nera: Phew, good… I didn’t know what I’d do, being in my father’s form like that.

I’m just waiting for that person to come back later… who is that person going to choose? I was so nervous…

Bianca: Finally back to my original form. And it’s because of what you did for us. Thank you so much!

Oni, you’re a traveler right? My childhood friend also travelled a lot for a certain purpose.

When we were young, there was a time when we went ghost hunting! Ahh, I wanna adventure like that again…

~

Then you talk to Briscoletti to finish the side quest. He gives you a reward for turning everyone back to normal, but he has another request too…

Briscoletti: I think I’ll have a rehearsal so we don’t make a mistake. I’m sorry, Oni, but could I ask you and your friends to help me?

<say Yes>

Ohh you’ll do it, will you?!

As I thought, you’re a man I can depend on!

Oni, I want you to choose who to marry instead of that other young man. Choose your bride from amongst your friends.

When you’ve chosen the companion you want to marry, the rehearsal is over. I’ll give you my thanks when you’re finished helping. (By this he means 2000 gold from the chest to the left.)

Well then… ahem. Choose your spouse-to-be, Oni! Come on, propose to your favourite person!

~

Then all your party members come out and stand around the room, and yes, you can actually propose to any of them

Veronica: What, Oni… you really want to choose me as your bride?

<say No> Whaaaat, even though I was excited… but it’s just like you to get it wrong at such an important time.

<say Yes> Huh? What, are you serious? Wow, I’m surprised. I didn’t see you like that until now. And even though I’m still in this form… I’m really your type, am I? Hey, is it really okay?

<say No> Ehhhh?! Wrong again?! Even if it’s a rehearsal, don’t be dense in times like this!

<say Yes twice> Hehe, finally, Oni has fallen in love with the Great Mage Veronica’s charms. I understand! From this point on, take it easy for I will always protect you and take responsibility for you!

pfft ahaha! Sorry, You know, it’s strange to say things like that to you, Oni. Hehe

But even though it’s a rehearsal, I’m happy that you chose me. Thanks, Oni!





Senya/Serena: Huh, Oni-sama… y-you intend to choose me as your b-bride?

<say No> I-I see… I wondered if you would choose someone like me… I’m embarrassed that I got so excited…

<say Yes> R-really? You’ll really choose someone like me… I’m so happy I could float into the sky now! I… I’ve always yearned for scenes like this when reading! You really want to choose me?

<say No> But that’s so harsh! Y-you have a cruel heart so please stop! Oni, you’re so mean…!

<say Yes twice> Oni-sama, you’re just like the heroes in the love stories I’ve read in the past. Strong, and handsome, and kind… I don’t know if I can be your heroine, Oni, but I’ll do my best for you…!

Ha! Well, that’s it. This is just a rehearsal right? I put all my strength into it just now. But I’m really happy that the dream I had from the time I was young has come true. Thank you, Oni.





Sylvia/Sylvando: Oh, Oni-chan. That serious look……. You intend to choose me as your bride?

<say No> What, I was wrong?! I’ll always be ready, so please come back when your heart is settled <3

<say Yes> Kyaaa~ Oni-chan is gazing at me with such manly eyes… you have a way to attract someone’s heart, you know. I’m a little bit shocked, being someone who charms people, myself. Really, you choose me?

<say No> Hm, Oni, teasing me like that, you’re such a playboy aren’t you? <3

<say Yes twice> I knew it, Oni-chan! Your kind spirit has pierced through my heart! Come now, we’ll vow eternal love to each other and bring happiness to all the people in the world! Isn’t that right, Oni-chaaaaaaan~

What? I’m joking! It’s a joke! Since it’s a rehearsal I can’t cut corners, the truth is I’m an entertainer! Anyway, you’re still a boy… Come talk to me again when you’ve become a great man, won’t you? <3





Martina/Jade: What are you doing, Oni? If you don’t choose quickly, Briscoletti might mess up! Or… you want to marry me?

<say No> …right. I feel like I’d just be a naggy wife, right, Oni? We can’t have that kind of relationship.

<say Yes> Huh… Oni, what are you doing? Even if you meant it as a joke, doing such a thing as choosing me… but being older than you, do I really seem like a wife? Are you really choosing me?

<say No> I see. That’s good. There are other people to choose from. Go talk to someone else.

<say Yes twice> Eh… what… ahem. But I’ve only ever thought of you as my little brother, Oni. If you’re saying things like this now I… I don’t really know what to think about it. I’ll think…

Ahh! Right! Since it’s a rehearsal, you lost your nerve in the spur of the moment and spoke to me with your true face! It was the first time anyone’s said that to me, so I… I didn’t know what I should do. Don’t look at me anymore, I’m embarrassed now.







Camus/Erik: Oi, Oni. You really intend to choose me as your bride?

<say No> …what, I was wrong? Were you just in a hurry? You really surprised me.

<say Yes> What?! You’re truly choosing me as your bride?! Oi, oi, no way! We’ve certainly had a lot of fun so far and we’re a good match, but is it really okay that it’s me?

<say No> What? I knew I’d be wrong… I-I’m not particularly dejected, okay? Just a little disappointed!

<say Yes twice> I knew it, Oni! I feel that me and you have an incomparable destiny to be together and travel together! Life will be great in the future if I’m with you! I’m counting on you, partner!

What… Feelings like this aren’t good for a rehearsal. Was that just a performance? But what I said just now was true. I enjoy being with you. Hope it’s the same for you, partner!





Rou/Rab: W-w-w-what! Oni! Are you really saying you’ll choose me as your bride?

<say No> Right, right. I blundered when I was young too. Go ahead and think about it some more.

<say Yes> Ohhh no way, really?! Me, your bride?! No, I can’t, I can’t! I can’t do that! I’m so much older and you have such great companions to discover! …Oni! Even so, you intend to take me as your bride…?

<say No> Huh… It’s good that you understand. Marriage is an important decision for the future. Think about it carefully and choose.

<say Yes twice> …I understand! Oni, what you’ve said so far is the finishing blow. Actually it was my ambition to live the rest of my years surrounded by cute Pichi-Pichi girls…

Oni, if it’s for you, I will become the cutest Pichi-Pichi wife in the whole world!! (gasping for breath) T-that’s right, this is a rehearsal… I got too caught up in it, haa… But it’s been a long time since I got so excited. It’s no good for an old man to have an impulse this strong…









Greig/Hendrick: What, Oni? Can I do something for you? Well, you aren’t choosing me, are you?

<say No> Right. Let’s end this charade and get back to our journey, Oni.

<say Yes> Wh… What are you saying?! I’ve certainly said that I’ve given my life to you, but… this isn’t what I meant at all by offering you my life! Oni. Are you really choosing me…?

<say No> Oni! were you just having fun by choosing me?! Ehh, I don’t know anymore!

<say Yes twice> Oni, I’m a general in a country at war. When I look into the eyes of my companions I can see the truth in them… Oni. I understand your heart. Nonetheless, there is an order for everything. F-first of all, start from friendship…

…what? Calm down because this is a rehearsal…? S-still, you chose me? Oni?! B-but, I see… I was truly wondering what I would do. It’s good that it was a rehearsal…

~

Talking to the NPCs once the rehearsal starts but before choosing someone:

Briscoletti: What, you like me, you say?! T-that can’t be! Please choose again.

Briscoletti’s Wife: Ah, no, Oni-san. Please don’t mock your elders.

Bianca: Hehe, isn’t this fun? I already want to know who you’ll choose.

Flora/Nera: After the rehearsal will be the real thing for us… I’m so nervous…

Debora: Wait a minute, what are you doing? It’s not good to keep me waiting. Hurry and choose someone to get this over with.