The Ultimate Child Caregiver, huh...? I guess that's good enough as a coverup. I'm sure people wouldn't like it if they knew an assassin was in their class.
Graduation[]
...The past three years were good, even though I met a pretty reckless guy.
Hey Maki Roll! You better remember our promise for tonight!
Are you talking about training? You made that promise, not me.
And stop calling me Maki Roll.
Alright, you remember! I'll see you there!
...Is that why you came to talk to me?
Nah, I've got a message from Kaede. She wants to talk about the promise you made with her. I dunno what kind of promise it is, but...since when were you guys so close?
We're not close, and I wouldn't call my arrangement with Kaede a promise, either. She offered to play piano for the kids at my orphanage. That's all.
Oh, that's a great idea! She's amazing at the piano!
But... I left that orphanage years ago. Kaede thinks I was the Ultimate Child Caregiver at that orphanage before I came here, but...
Hey, there's no reason you can't go to the orphanage, right Maki Roll? So just take Kaede there with you. For the kids living peacefully there you worked so hard for... Let them hear Kaede's music.
That...might be good, but...
Oh! I just had a great idea too! How about me and Shuichi tag along?
Yeah! Let's do it! If Shuichi's with us, I bet Kaede will get all psyched up!
You want to tag along...and bring Shuichi?
Yeah! If there are any problems, Shuichi and I will help out!
...
Do you not want Kaede and the others to find out about your real talent?
But...I know you don't wanna distance yourself from them like when you first got here, yeah?
There you are, Sakura! Fight me! I'm gonna win today!
...What are you doing just jumping in like that? We were about to train.
Akane has been challenging me to fights quite frequently as of late... I have no reason to refuse a challenger... And so, I will fight any who seek me out...
Oh, Mookie's here too!? Perfect! How 'bout ya join us?
I'll pass. Also, my name is Maki.
Huh? Who cares!? I'm just feelin' feisty cuz I'm so damn hungry!
What a convenient excuse. Besides, I get why you'd want to fight Sakura, but why me?
Hm? Cuz you're strong, right?
Huh?
I'll have fun fightin' you. That's what the guy from your class told me. Ummm...I forgot his name. That one annoyin' brat with the shit-eatin' grin.
Ah... Everything he says is a lie. Sorry, you were tricked.
I also agree that you're not just some ordinary person.
Wait, what are you saying, Sakura?
I can see you're skillful, but I don't intend to challenge anyone who doesn't want to fight.
Okay then, let's all fight! It's a free for all!
I already said I'll pass.
Unlike you two, I don't enjoy or respect fighting.
Stop worryin' about that and just fight! It don't matter as long as we duke it out!!
...You're stupid and absurd. I wish you'd stop spouting nonsense.
What's the matter!? Why are you crying!? Did something happen!? Did you trip!?
...I don't think she'd be crying from tripping.
S-Sorry for making you guys worry...
No, it's fine! If you don't mind, can you tell us what happened?
I found a small bird injured by the dorms... I wanted to treat it, but it died so suddenly... I thought maybe I could've saved it if I took it to Gundham right away...that's why I'm sad...
I see...
Is that something to cry about? It's not like it was your fault.
Hey, Maki! Watch what you say!
And Gundham isn't a vet, either... You don't know if he could've saved it or not.
You're...right... But when I thought about how it probably wanted to fly more, I just started crying...
You're so nice, Chihiro...
I don't think you should be crying over that, though...
But...I do think it's fortunate it had someone to cry for it.
Kaede, Maki... Thank you.
That reminds me, what are you doing here?
Um...I was thinking about making a grave for the bird.
Ah...but I probably shouldn't bury it at school without permission, right?
Yeah, probably... Even if you did make a grave here, someone might step on it.
I think this is something you should talk to Gundham about, don't you think? He seems to know a lot about giving proper burials to animals.
I see... You're right.
Come on, let's go. He should be taking care of the animals right now.
You're going to come with me, Maki?
...What? Would you prefer it if I didn't?
N-No...it's not that.
Oh, were you just surprised?
You know, Chihiro... Maki may seem edgy on the outside, but she's actually very sincere.
...You don't need to come with us, Kaede.
Why!? I only said the truth!
I'm going too, Chihiro!
Thank you, both of you...
I can't just leave a crybaby like you alone. That would leave a bad taste in my mouth...
Ah, I remember you train with Kaito and Shuichi sometimes.
Hmm, so you know then.
I heard it from Shuichi. We talk from time to time since we're both detectives.
So you like exercising, Maki? I didn't know that.
Hey, what about swimming? Do you swim a lot?
I don't swim...that often. Only when I need to.
Only when you need to, huh? That's not a lot, is it?
No, it isn't... By the way, are you two heading somewhere together?
We're heading to the large communal bath.
Oh, I see...I'm surprised you go there.
I go sometimes when I'm invited.
I was on my way back from training when I saw Kyoko. It was perfect timing, so I asked her.
Oh, if you're done exercising already, do you wanna join us?
I'll pass. I'll shower in my room.
Don't say that. Eating donuts after taking a bath is the best.
...Isn't it usually ice cream?
Didn't you say you were going to refrain from eating donuts at night, Hina?
I-I did say that, but...geez, Kyoko, you're so mean!
I just thought...maybe I could take my time and talk with Maki over tea or something. We're in different classes so it's hard to reach her, but I wanna play sports with her.
Are you sure it's not just for donuts?
No, it's not! If there's a snack you prefer, then I'll eat that too, Maki!
The food doesn't really matter to me.
It seems she's coming with us then. Good for you, Hina.
Wait...I didn't say I would go yet.
Hehehe, yay! And Kyoko is coming with us, too!
*sigh* Fine.
You held a special nighttime girls meeting!
Seasonal Events[]
Sports Festival[]
Today is the sports festival... You were forced to be captain of the basketball team. It's an unavoidable hassle... That being said, what's your strategy going in?
Well...I should do things at my own pace
I'm not really expecting anything, especially from the ones on my team.
...It'd be better to avoid doing anything too rash, so we don't hurt ourselves.
Maki, thanks for worrying about me... But I'll do my best today!
Yeah, I think I'll do well here. I've cosplayed as basketball manga characters a few times.
...I have no expectations of either of you.
You were able to have a pretty fun game!
I should be cautious of anyone athletic
Hm...you just gotta chuck seven balls at your opponent to win at basketball, right?
Hell yeah! Leave it to me! I'll blow everyone away!
The other team...seems pretty athletic, but I don't think they understand the rules. They might be dangerous...so it might be a good idea to stay away from them.
You played cautiously, watching out for some of the members on the other team!
I should be cautious of anyone dangerous
There's one unpredictable person on the other team... We should watch out for them.
Whaaat, are you talkin' about me!? Well, I *am* one unpredictable rotten girl!
I see you're someone who can do pretty well, too! You can't deceive my eyes!
You played cautiously, watching out for the unpredictable player!
School Festival[]
Today is the school festival... Mahiru asked for your help for her photo exhibit. The photos are set up, so now it's time to sit at the reception desk. What should you do?
Anything else I can help you with, Mahiru?
No, I think we're good for now. Thank you so much for helping. You're so reliable, Maki. I didn't know you were that strong.
I've trained a lot, but in terms of raw strength, I'm no match for Sakura.
Hahaha, well no one can stand a chance against Sakura.
Anyway, I'm impressed that you train. Does caregiving require a lot of physical strength?
...Yeah. They'll suddenly jump on you and annoy you with wanting piggyback rides.
Kids must really love you. It'd be great if I could get some photos of you playing with kids.
...Eventually.
You made a promise with Mahiru you're not sure you can keep...
Write your name here if you're a guest
Kehehe...you ask me to unleash the seal on my cursed name? Clearly you don't value your life.
That nonsense doesn't matter. Hurry up and write your name.
Very well...I shall break the seal on my name out of respect for your fearlessness! Onto this humble scroll, I shall etch... Supreme Overlord of Ice, Gundham Tanaka!
Just your name is fine. Hurry up, I'm sure you're looking forward to the pictures.
Do not be mistaken. I have a duty to observe this exhibit. The camera Mahiru wields is powerful enough to even record the demon beasts I've summoned.
You watched Gundham excitedly enter the photo exhibit...
...What do you want? Are you a guest or not?
I came to see Mahiru's pictures, of course. But first, I've got a little something for you. A little birdie told me you guys were busy... So I brought you something!
...How about you taste the food first?
What? You want me to make sure there's nothing funny in it? Maki, you know I'd never do that!
If that's the case, then ask yourself whether you *really* wouldn't do such a thing.
Sheesh...I just wanted you to taste my special soup while it's still hot.
Hurry up and take a sip. Do you want to die?
Hmhmhm, you're being awfully shy, aren't you?
I'm serious.
What?
...
...Sorry. I'll go make a new bowl...
You and Mahiru ate the food that Teruteru brought!
Winter[]
Your last winter at the academy... Graduation will be here before you know it. With so few months left in the school year, you are overcome by bittersweet nostalgia...
Maybe I'll stay in the classroom a bit longer
Oh, Maki Roll. You're not going home yet?
I have nothing to do right now. And it's not like I plan to do anything while I'm here.
Well, I get why you'd want to stay in the classroom. Graduation is coming up, after all.
It was a lot of work taking care of you guys these past three years. You didn't even try to talk to people in the beginning.
Yeah. If you hadn't annoyed me so much with your constant pestering.... I probably would have never been able to talk to Shuichi and the others so casually.
You're being pretty frank today. It seems you finally understand how great I am! Or...are you sad because graduation is getting closer?
...Yes.
...That's a bit too frank.
Well, there's no point being sentimental. It's not like we won't ever see each other again.
Yeah...you're right. It'll be hard for me to see you on a daily basis after this, but...it's not goodbye forever.
What do you mean, it'll be hard?
Hm? Well because I'll be up in space, obviously.
Oh, yeah... You still want to go there.
But you're my sidekick! If something happened to you, I'd fly back here, right away! I look out for my sidekicks! Cuz I'm a hero!
Huh...that again?
Well...I'll be waiting, but I won't be expecting much...
The two of you talked about your memories for a while...
Maybe I'll go to the dining hall
Um...what should I do...?
...Did something happen?
Oh, Maki... Um, I can't open this jar...
Hm, hand it to me. I'll open it for you.
Oh, wait...I want to keep trying. I want to be able to do at least this by myself. I need to get stronger.
But...thank you for offering your help. It was very reassuring.
You're being too dramatic over a jar lid.
That's true... But still, I feel relieved. Maki, children probably see you as a reliable big sister figure, don't they?
I don't think...I'm that reliable.
Huh, why?
I'm not good at taking care of people and I keep secrets. You can't rely on someone like that.
You keep secrets?
Nothing. Forget it.
Um...Uhhh... Keeping secrets might be bad... But I don't think it's strange... Even I...have secrets.
...Even someone like you?
Yes...I shouldn't hide it forever, but it's difficult to tell everyone at this point. So, I understand where you're coming from... Keeping secrets can make you feel guilty.
Maki...is there anyone you talked to about your secret? Or have you not told anyone?
Well...I have told someone.
Okay, then you're fine. It's a bit of a relief to have someone to talk to.
That's true... I actually do feel a bit relieved.
You and an unexpected person were able to understand each other more...
I won't waste time. I'll go back to my room.
Oh, there you are! I was looking for you, Maki!
Huh? Why were *you* looking for me?
Well...there's a game I want to play with you!
Oh, another game.
Surprise! Junko is letting us borrow her FPS game! Wasn't that unexpected!?
FPS? What's that?
Oh, an FPS is... It's a shooting game. You walk around in a map and use guns to shoot the enemy. Does that help you understand?
Hmm...I get the gist of it. So it's a shooting game, but why me?
Well, when we played games together the other day, you were really good. You're rational when you're being chased, and you're good at micromanaging... So, I thought you'd be able to enjoy an FPS game.
...I don't mind joining you for a bit.
Yay! Let's have fun the whole winter break.
Hold on...I only said for a bit.
You made a promise to play a game with Chiaki!
Appearances in Seasonal Events for Other Characters[]
Your last winter at the academy... The Monokubs asked you to clean the school today...
...*achoo!*
But once again, your personalities switched! Forget about cleaning! Let's look for Master!
Master must be in bed at the Nurse's Office!
Nurse's Office! Bed! Me, in the bed! With Master in this picture, it would be perfect!
Hey, this is nurse's office... Quiet down.
What, you here for the bed fun, too? If you cut in front of me for Master, I'll cut *you*.
No. I'm only here because I helped one of my injured classmates walk here.
That's downright sociable of you! Oh, right, you're a child caregiver. Doesn't fit you, though.
...Yeah, I guess it doesn't.
You're gonna agree with me just like that!? You wanna talk about it with a crazy lady?
I'd rather not, especially not to someone who kills indiscriminately.
Welp, that's fine, I don't care either. The gloomy one is usually out and about, so this might be the last convo we get! This might be the last time you ever see my beautiful face!
I'm not going to talk about myself just for that reason.
I told ya, I don't care. I was just thinkin' about graduation!
That's true... We'll probably never see each other again. If you don't have any business with me, then I'm leaving. You're looking for Byakuya, right?
Oh, right! No time to waste!
You parted ways with Maki, and decided to look for Master again!
Today is the school festival. You loitered around Mahiru's exhibit for a while, but... Ibuki is going to put on a show! You've still got time before it starts. What do you do?
I'll look at Mahiru's pictures some more
Mahiru left to do some errands, but I won't be sad if I look at her pictures.
I just wish all these annoying customers would go away so I could look at them in peace.
...Wouldn't Mahiru want a lot of guests to see her exhibit, though?
Huh? Maki? How long have you been here? I didn't notice you since you're so forgettable.
I was here the whole time...as the receptionist. Mahiru left me in charge while she's gone.
Hmm...so Mahiru trusts you.
...
...Do you want something? If you don't, I'd prefer it if you didn't stare at me.
Of course not. Like I'd ever want something from you. If you have time to be talking to me, do the job Mahiru asked you to do, already.
Mahiru asked me to be the receptionist since there was no other job for me. I think no one asked you because you already had a job.
Wh-What's that all about? I didn't ask you that, so why are you talking about it?
No reason. I got the feeling you wanted me to say it, so I did.
Hey...are you treating me like some kid?
Well, you are a kid. And I'm not talking about your age or your physical stature.
Everything you say gets on my nerves...
Hmph. I'm not gonna stay here.
Where are you going?
I'm gonna go find someone who looks bored and make them look at Mahiru's pictures.
I see... Have fun.
...You tried to drag people into the photo exhibit for a while!
Today is the school festival you've been waiting for! Of course, you'll do a concert! But you've still got some time before the show. Why not check out the other events for now?
I heard Mahiru's doing a photo exhibit!
Good parding me! That's a combination of "good morning" and "pardon me"!
Go ahead. If you're here to look at the exhibit, then look quietly.
Hey, it's Maki! Are you a helper for the photo exhibit?
Yes, but I'm just the receptionist. If you need Mahiru, she'll be back soon.
Roger dodger! But, but, but, since you're here, I wanna play with you! Hey, Maki! Maki! Hey, Maki! You wanna have a headbang competition with me!?
Shut up.
Haaa, cut down by merciless words! I need to cut some albums myself!
If you're not going to look at the exhibit, then please leave.
No, no, no! I'm totally gonna look! Mahiru's photos might give me some lyrical inspiration!
...You quietly gazed upon the photo exhibit for a little while.
Your last winter at the academy... There are only a few days left in the year. The stars are especially pretty tonight... What will you do?
Take a walk with my sidekicks
You can see the stars pretty well tonight, yeah? Before long, I'll be up there with 'em!
The stars are pretty, but...is this really the only reason why you called me out this late?
He does this a lot... But isn't it kind of fun?
...I never said this wasn't fun.
So many things happened in the last three years after I met you guys! We did some school stuff, went to Sonia's country during the break and solved a case!
Hm, I still don't know why I had to tag along, though.
You were great at wiping out all those assassins! That's my sidekick for you!
Correction. I protected us from danger and Shuichi solved the case... If anything, I don't now why you're tagging along, Kaito.
If Kaito hadn't invited you, Maki, then Sonia and I could have been in big trouble.
Issuing orders to sidekicks is the most important job a hero has!
Then your job was over before we even left the country.
Well, I've still got one huge job ahead of me! After graduation, when I'm in space, I'll look for you guys from up above!
Huh? You'd never find us.
Ah, well, he might be able to see this approximate area...
And then I'll take you guys into space one day. After all, I need my sidekicks to help me out.
*sigh* You say such stupid things.
You need us to save you, Kaito?
Well, yeah... We're the only ones who would do it.
Hey, Shuichi, what do you mean "save me"!? Maki Roll, what do you mean "the only ones"!? Geez, what sassy sidekicks. I gotta teach you guys some manners.
Whatever... Just take a good look, you guys! That big one right up there! The moon!
...Did you seriously think we didn't know what the moon was?
No, I want you guys to remember how the stars look from Earth once we're on the moon.
...How did we end up agreeing to go into space with Kaito?
There's no way it would go that smoothly. You really are all talk, Kaito.
Shut it! The impossible is possible, all you gotta do is make it so! It's already been decided! Both of you gotta keep up your training!
I don't know if we'll ever end up in space, but...I'll keep on training.
...If I feel like it.
You made a promise for the future with your sidekicks...
Today is the school festival... You are giving a speech about meritocracy! You gave a passionate speech. Why not talk to some of the people in attendance?
I am so glad you listened to my speech!
I just happened to stop by, so don't get too happy about it.
Oh, I am honored either way! I would like to hear your opinion!
...It wasn't bad. I think the world could become a better place if we saw it your way.
I see! So you agree with me!
Although...there are things that can't be changed with only effort.
What do you mean?
No matter how much you change the world, there are some things that can never change...
You shouldn't talk like that! You are raising a generation of children...
Well, I don't hate your idealism... Just do your best.
Maki walked away, her expression difficult to read...
Today is the the sports festival... You're in the three-legged race! It's not your style, but you don't want to drag anyone down. Who should you be careful of?
I should be careful of anyone who looks fast
...Are you cautious of me?
Was I staring at you rudely? I didn't mean it like that... I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings in any way.
You...didn't do anything. I just felt like you were.
You're sharp. You and your partner, Tenko... You both have superior physical abilities, so I took note of how powerful you two are.
Well, true. Even though sports festivals are a pain...I don't intend to hold back.
There's someone in my class who would nag me if I don't do my best.
You engaged in an intense battle with Maki and her partner, who were in the next lane!
Today is the fall school festival! You've been looking forward to everyone's exhibits! But Monokuma forced you to be part of his talk show, so you barely got to see anything. The festival is nearly over...but you still have a little time left! Where will you go?
I saw lots of exhibits in the classrooms!
Hellooooo! Is Mahiru showing her photography exhibit here?
She is...but it's already closed for today.
Hngh... So...I was too late, after all...
Well, while I'm cleaning up, I don't mind if you take a look.
What? Really?
Any other guest would be different, but you're an exception. I'm sure Mahiru would agree, too.
Th-Thank you so much, Maki! You're so kind!
I'm just doing my job as a receptionist... But make sure to be quiet while you're in there.
Can do!
Thanks to Maki, you got to enjoy Mahiru's photography exhibit!
Your last winter at the academy... Today is the closing ceremony, and you're up early... Thinking about only having a short time left at this academy makes you sad... And from that comes restlessness. What will you do?
It's early, I'll go to the classroom
Oh, it's you, Shuichi.
Good morning. You two are up early.
You're here early yourself.
Yeah...I just woke up early and couldn't get back to sleep.
I understand. When I wake up early cuz I gotta go pee, it's hard to get back to sleep.
After today's closing ceremony ends...it won't be long till we graduate.
Hm?
You never thought about it...?
Ah, well...a little.
We make for a pretty unusual group. It's usually Kaito or Kaede here...
I can't have talks like this with the loud idiot. But for all of us to be here right now... That's going to be hard to come by in the future.
Why are you all sad? That's not like you.
Maki...I don't really know how to say it, but it's not as if we'll never see each other again.
I know. Even though I know that...it probably won't go that way...
Ugh, don't make that face! It's not like we're graduating today!
H-Himiko?
Besides, we can still see each other after we graduate! I'll invite you all to my magic show! My magic can still improve. The next time I show it to you, it'll be even more amazing! See? Why don't you guys try to think of the future in a more fun way? Look forward to it!
Look forward...to the future?
Himiko's right. There are a lot of things we can do from here. Hey...Kaede played a performance at Maki's orphanage, right? Why not have Himiko do a show at the orphanage too?
A show for orphans, huh? Yeah, that's a good idea. I might even get an apprentice. How about it, Maki?
...I can't imagine you as a master. I think you're moving too fast.
Today is the exciting summer sports festival! You're gonna be in the three-legged race! It's unfortunate that Himiko is in a different event, but...let's do our best anyway!
I must shake hands with my partner!
I feel like having you is like having the help of a 100 people, Maki! Let's go for the gold!
You're pretty pumped about this. Well, I don't plan to hold back.
Ooohh! You look calm but you're competitive, aren't you? I can definitely rely on you!
Well, not really...but you can assume whatever you want.
I'll do just that then! If it's us, I know going to the top will be a piece of cake!
You were able to strengthen your teamwork at the start of the race...you think!
