Hans, you made it...

It seems Ilia's power was not present along the path you followed.

I did not sense her power on my way, either.

Most likely, it was not present on any of the paths the others followed, either.

......

You sense it too, don't you, Hans?

Karna Masta is likely just ahead.

And Ilia's power lies dormant there, as well.

This isn't a theory. I can feel it.

I know because I'm the Oracle Knight, who must protect the Oracle Maiden.

No... I know because it's a power that belonged to someone dear to me, who I searched for over such a long time.

Hans, I'm sorry, but I'm going on ahead.

Before the others arrive, I will awaken Ilia's power where it lies dormant.

After that, please defeat Karna Masta.

......

Don't be foolish! What good will it do for you to come with me?!

Don't worry. My...My head is clear.

No, I guess that's not entirely true...

I want to feel Ilia right now! Even if it isn't really her!

I want to reach the power she left behind!

Hans, will you come with me?

In order to reach Ilia's power...

...at the very least, we will need to draw Karna Masta's attention.

I would like to ask you to do that.

Hold out until I have awakened Ilia's power, and until your comrades arrive.

...alright then, let's go, Hans!

Karna Masta! Can you hear me?!

I am Ark, the Oracle Knight! I will put an end to you this time!

Now you will face the wishes of my past comrades, and the hopes of the living!

No response at all...just like the last time.

You don't think we're anything at all.

Just as a human doesn't respond to an approaching insect, you don't even see us.

Fine. Then I just have to fulfill my role!

Ilia, can you hear me?!

Now is the time to grant Hans the Oracle Maiden's power!

Hans!

I will continue to call out to Ilia! Take care of Karna Masta for now!