The trio make their way through the Central Plains to the location designated by Ying’s treasure map
Much to their surprise, a herd of Tick Tacks was found circling around each other
Rover: “According to the treasure map, the sword should be around here somewhere.”
Encore: “Why are there so many Tick Tacks? Are they having a party?”
Tick Tacks: “Tick-tack... Tick-tick-tack-tack!”
Ying: “They look really angry…”
Rover: “Don't worry.” / “They're not much of a threat.”
Encore: “No need to be afraid, Ying! We'll keep you safe! You probably don't know this, but Wooly Warrior once met a huge cat monster a hundred times stronger than her, and she was so scared that her legs were trembling!”
Ying: “R-really?”
Encore: “That's right, but even so, she stood her ground. Because she had all of her friends behind her, she had to fight. Just like the situation we're in now. Ya can't let a few small TDs beat you down.”
Rover: “Let's make this quick, Encore.”
Rover and Encore make quick work of the Tick Tacks, protecting Ying from any harm
Ying: “You two were incredible…”
Encore: “You betcha! Wait till you see what else we can do! Am I right, Rover?”
Rover: “Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.”
Encore: “We'll take on anything they chuck at us!”
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Rover: “Ugh. I'm beat…”
Encore: “Are you sure? Doesn't look like you are. Lemme give you a quick check-up… Oh! Cut it out already! Quick, let's check and see if the sword's around here. Is that some kind of puzzle over there? Do we need to put something inside of it to activate it? It's a bit too high for Ying and me to reach.”
Rover: “I got it. Looks like we just need to place the treasure map on top.”
Rover places the treasure map into the mechanism and fluffy clouds began to emerge, forming platforms that can be hopped on
Encore: “Whoa... There's another puzzle!”
Rover: “Was it not in the story before?”
Encore: “Well, random twists and moments do happen here and there. It's an adventure after all.”
The trio make their way over the surprisingly traversable platforms with relative ease
Ying: “W-we're so high up... This is even higher than any of the climbing games Mom and I used to play…”
Encore: “Just keep looking ahead and it won't be as scary. It's easy. Here, watch!”
At the top of the cloud platforms, a tiny gift box awaits the trio
Ying: “So... Is this the sword in the story that can slice through anything?”
Encore shakes her head, correcting Ying with expressive content
Encore: “It's the mountain-chopping Sword of Courage!”
Rover: “Looks unique.”
Ying: “Hmm... The sword's actually made out of wood, and it's missing a small piece too.”
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Rover: “Looks plain.”
Ying: “Yeah, it looks like it's made out of wood. I don't think it's gonna cut anything really… Look, there's a letter.”
Encore: “Quick. What does it say?”
Ying: “Hmm… My dear little warrior, you've found the first relic! Right now you must be thinking, 'What a plain-looking sword.' How could this ordinary wooden sword possibly be the legendary Sword of Courage? Don't feel disappointed just yet, think back on what you've been through so far. All the challenges you've faced along the way. The waves under your feet felt so high to you, and the treasure chest above seemed ever so far away. Yet still you continued to climb the mountains, every step of the way, until you finally reached the peak. Your courage has been heard. And this seemingly ordinary wooden sword...”
Encore: “Is the proof of your courage.”
Ying: “Yeah, that's what it says in the letter. How did you know, Encore?”
Rover: “Did it also appear in other Wooly stories?”
Encore: “Uh uh…”
Encore appeared sorrowful, but shakes it off and changes subject to avoid speaking on the topic
Encore: “Anything else? Did the letter mention any clues about the next relic? We still have two to go!”
Ying: “Ah. Y-yes! It goes on to say, Oh, little warrior, your adventure doesn't end here. To have your wishes come true, courage alone is not enough. You need not look far, as the shield that symbolizes faith is buried right beneath your very feet. In a land covered in sand, treasures may lay, or there may be nothing at all. A land covered in sand…”
**Rover: “I know just the place.”
Encore: “Then let's go check it out! Sounds like it'll be a treasure hunt in the sand!”
Team Wooly head down towards the nearby beach to begin their search for the second relic