Hodari: Dialogue: Special

Unlocking Mining Guild Recipes

After the Player reaches Mining Level 2

Dear (Player),

Heard you've been using that pick I gave you. If you wanna learn more about the real life of a miner, come see me. I can teach you how to make a smelter, or copper bars, or even ceramic. It won't be easy... but it will be rewarding.

Hodari

Basic Smelter Recipe, Copper Bar Recipe and Ceramic Recipe at Mining Level 2

Hodari
Heard you've been putting that pick I gave you t'work.
If you wanna hone those skills, build yourself a smelter. First step is to turn rocks into bricks.
I got a coupla other recipes in stock that can help, too. Check 'em out.
Don't go and burn yourself on that. I just ran out of bandages.

After the Player reaches Mining Level 3

Dear (Player),

Got some new recipes in stock if you want to come check them out. Might do you good to upgrade that pick of yours. Plus, being able to forge a few iron bars to sell never hurt anybody's wallet.

Hodari

Standard Pick Recipe and Iron Bar Recipe at Mining Level 3

Hodari
Ain't given up on mining yet, huh?
Got some new recipes in stock that might interest you then.
Break a couple boulders out there for me.

After the Player reaches Mining Level 4

Dear (Player),

That pick of yours getting dull yet? Come on by and I'll teach you the secrets of repairing it - and maybe something a little extra you can do with your silver ore.

Hodari

Silver Bar Recipe and Repair Station Recipe at Mining Level 4

Hodari
Well well, you're back again. Can't say I expected you to take to mining so well.
Now, what you're going to need next is a way to repair your things. Maybe I have something that can teach you.
Nothin' like fixing up something old. Almost makes it feel new again.

After the Player reaches Mining Level 5

Dear (Player),

You're becoming quite the miner. Why don't you stop by my place for a little chat and I'll teach you how to make a new smelter.

Hodari

Heavy Smelter Recipe and Whitestone Slab Recipe at Mining Level 5

Hodari
Heard you've been smelting up a storm.
Time's coming where you'll need something a bit stronger. I have just the thing.
This one runs real hot, just a warning.

After the Player reaches Mining Level 6

Dear (Player),

I don't know if you've heard the legends, but it's true - there's Pallium in the hills. If you want to upgrade your pick into one worth mining it, or to know how to turn that beautiful lustrous ore into something useful, come see me.

Hodari

Gold Bar Recipe at Mining Level 7

Hodari
Only thing more impressive than your Mining skills is a bar of solid gold.
And with this recipe I've got, you'll be a master of that too.
Don't let this all go to your head. You need to stay sharp out there to stay safe.

Ore Compass Recipe at Mining Level 8

Hodari
You lost?
Guess you're here about mining business, aren't you.
If you do get lost out there, I have a new recipe for something that might help.
You... still need something?

Romance

Voice Acting Lines

Entering Conversation

Romance Level 1-2

I wish I had some food to offer ya., Uh... hot one today, huh?, Glad you've got time to stop by., Well, uh, hey there., laugh You've... come to see me?, Fancy seein' you 'round these parts.

Romance Level 3-4

Hey, darlin'., Been missin' you., You're travellin' an awful long way t'see me., I ain't much of talker... but I'll try for you., Always got time for you, darlin'., You're a sight for sore eyes, darlin'., How ya doin', darlin'?, Najuma's been talkin' about you., Was wonderin' what you were up to.

Exiting conversation

Romance Level 1-2

If y'see Najuma, say howdy for me., I'd wish ya good luck, but I don't believe in luck., You know where to find me., stutter Good talk., Holler if ya need me., I'll be here for ya., Come back real soon., Next time, uh, I'll come see you.

Romance Level 3-4

Always good t'see your face., When you're out there alone...I worry., Keep my name on your lips, darlin'., Najuma'll miss you too., See ya later, darlin'., Stop by anytime, darlin'., Make sure you come back safe, darlin'., I'll be thinkin' about 'cha.

Flirt

Hodari
Got somethin' on your mind?
(Player)
Yeah, you

Hodari
...Me? I, uh- cough Wish there was somethin' I could do to help ya with that.

Hodari
I'm right here, darlin'. You've got me any time you need me.

Hodari
Was hopin' I'd run into you.
(Player)
Missed me, didn't you?

Hodari
...A little. Hope that's okay.

Hodari
Sure did. More than you can imagine.

Hodari
Need somethin' from me?
(Player)
I just wanted some quality time with you.

Hodari
Well... you're welcome to hang around while I work, I guess.

Hodari
...Gettin' that right now, aren't ya? If that ain't enough, we can always spend time somewhere more private.

Hodari
You're starin'. Somethin' on my face?

(Player)
You're even better looking up close.

Hodari
Information Needed

Hodari
You're gorgeous no matter the distance darlin'.

(Player)
I'm not staring, you are!

Hodari
...Guess I was.

Hodari
Y’make it kinda hard not to.

(Player)
You're distracting in a good way

Hodari
Really? Guess I'll take that as a compliment.

Hodari
Am I? I have a hard time concentratin’ whenever you’re around too…

(Player)
Your eyes, nose, lips.

Hodari
...Huh. Y'don't say.

Hodari
Good thing I like your wit as much as I like the rest of you.

Hodari
I'm still surprised that you're, uh, interested in me in that way.

(Player)
In what way?

Hodari
...In that way. I don't need to spell it out for you, do I?

Hodari
In a, uh, romantic way.
...There. I said it. Happy now? You gotta stop teasin' me so much. Dunno if my heart can take it.

(Player)
It's not that surprising.

Hodari
It is to me. I just... didn't think I'd feel this way again.

Hodari
Maybe not. Somehow, it does feel like you and me were just... meant to be.

(Player)
Who wouldn't be?

Hodari
I- Uh- Thanks.

Hodari
I'm just glad you picked me, is all. Don't know what I'd do without you.
Make a lot more stupid mistakes, probably.

(Player)
Does it make you uncomfortable?

Hodari
Not at all. Have y'seen yourself?

Hodari
Darlin', you know it don't. Havin' you by my side makes me feel like the luckiest man in the world.

Hodari
(Player). Was just thinkin' about you.

(Player)
You were?

Hodari
Yes. I mean, uh- no-
Can't believe I said that out loud...

Hodari
When am I not, these days? Haven't blushed this much in years.
Startin' to think I've got the flu 'cause it happens so damn much.

(Player)
I tend to have that effect on people.

Hodari
...Pfft. What, are you Reth now? Pretty sure I've heard him use that line on folks at the Inn.

Hodari
Mhm. Stole that line from Reth, didn’t ya? Don’t worry. I won’t tell him.
Gonna be honest, works better comin’ from you anyways.

Hodari
Feels like just yesterday I was showin' you around your plot...

(Player)
Time really flew by, huh?

Hodari
Yeah... Funny how much things have changed between us since then.

Hodari
Wish it would slow down so I could enjoy every second with ya even more than I already do.

(Player)
Now you're showing me around other places...

Hodari
Y'mean the mines, right? Or how to work a grill? Still got plenty more to teach you, if you'll have me.

Hodari
Feels more like you're schoolin' me, these days. How'd I end up with someone smart as you? Must've done somethin' right.

(Player)
I still remember how handsome you were.

Hodari
I, uh- cough I was worried I looked like a sweaty mess. Glad that wasn't the case.

Hodari
Thought I was handsome, huh? Not gonna lie, I was pretty impressed when I first laid eyes on you, too.
You just keep gettin' more gorgeous by the day, darling.

(Player)
You were a stranger then. Not anymore.

Hodari
It's been nice, uh, gettin' to know you better over time.

Hodari
I sure hope we ain’t strangers anymore. But that don’t mean we’re done learnin’ about each other, either.
Lucky me.

Hodari
Looks like you've got somethin' y'wanna say to me.

(Player)
I'm really glad we met.

Hodari
Me too. Didn't expect we'd ever get this, uh, close.

Hodari
So am I. Sometimes I wonder what I did t'deserve someone like you.

(Player)
Got anything to tell me?

Hodari
Uh- Yes- No- Maybe? Sorry, I ain't good at this chattin' thing.

Hodari
... Y'look gorgeous today, darlin'. Well, you're always gorgeous, but right now especially. Can't take my eyes off you.

(Player)
I'm dying to squeeze those biceps.

Hodari
Instead of bein' jealous, why don't you grab a pick and work on some of your own?

Hodari
If I didn't know better, I'd think you were only in this for my muscles.

(Player)
You're more than that to me.
Hodari
... I'm glad. But if it'll keep you happy, I'll flex for you any day of the week.

(Player)
I'm also in it for the grilling skills.
Hodari
Lucky me. Guess I better grab some meat and take my shirt off.

(Player)
I was wondering if you were free later.

Hodari
Might be. If y'need m' help with somethin', I'm here for ya.

Hodari
Y'know I always have time for you, darlin'. Say the word and I'll be there.

Hodari
Always good to see you doin' well, (Player). Sets my heart at ease.

(Player)
I feel the same about you.

Hodari
...Yeah? 'M glad to hear that, really.

Hodari
I'd sure hope so. Don't think I could take it if y'didn't, darling.

(Player)
I don't make your heart race?

Hodari
'Course y'do. You're you.

Hodari
Every day of my damn life, darlin'. It's startin' to get embarrassing.

Hodari
...Ahem. Sorry. I'm, uh, havin' a hard time focusin'.

(Player)
Is it because of me?

Hodari
...Was it that obvious?

Hodari
Don't ask a question you already know the answer to, darlin'.
Sometimes I wonder if you're tryin' to distract me on purpose. And sometimes I wonder if I'm lettin' you.

(Player)
Sorry to hear that.

Hodari
It's fine. I don't mind gettin' distracted if it's you.

Hodari
Well it’s your fault. Sometimes I feel like I’m an awkward teenager again around you. It’s getting embarrassin’.

Gifting Chocolate / Heartdrop Lily

When trying to start a romance with Hodari:

Given Box of Chocolates or Heartdrop Lily

Hodari
Information Needed

Hodari
This for me?
...
I ain't exactly refusing, but you do know what these, uh, mean. Right?

(Player)
That you're hot and I wanna kiss you.
Hodari
E-excuse me?
I- uh. That's-
I don't think I've ever met someone quite like you, (Player).

(Player)
I think we'd work well together.
Hodari
We do. Work well t'gether, I mean.
Feels like I don't have to explain myself as much around you.

(Player)
You don't want them?
Hodari
Didn't say that. Just... wanted to make sure.
Shouldn't doubt yourself so much. You got a better head on your shoulders than most people I've met.

(Player)
Nope. What's romance? Never heard of it.
Hodari
Nice try, but we both know you know exactly what you're doin'.
Just wonderin' why you're chasing after me. I ain't exactly all sunshine and laughter.

Hodari
Look, I got, uh- work t'do, rocks to mine, that sorta thing. I'll talk to y'later, alright?
(You notice that Hodari didn't say no- and he didn't give your gift back to you, either.)

Meeting Hodari at the Player's Housing Plot after he accepted either Box of Chocolates or Heartdrop Lily

Hodari
...Hi.
Ugh. Got me feelin' like an awkward schoolboy again. C'mon Hodari, get it together.

(Player)
I think it's cute.
Hodari
Cute, huh? Ormuus are cute. Plumepuppies are cute. Not exactly somethin' I identify with...
But I'll take the compliment.

(Player)
You don't have to be nervous.
Hodari
Just been a long time. M'a little out of practice.

(Player)
I feel the same way
Hodari
...Good. Least I ain't alone in it.
And I guess there's no one else I'd rather share an awkward moment with than you.

(Player)
So, do you still have the uniform, or...?
Hodari
Think it'd be a tight squeeze-

Hodari
Look, I uh. I ain't here to give your gift back, or anything.
And not here to stop you from whatever you wanna do, either.
(Player)
So you're saying yes?
Hodari
...I'm sayin' do what you want. I won't stop you.
And me... I'll do what I want to.
Anyways, that's all I wanted to say. And I ain't one for incurrin' debts, so. Here. Made it for you.
Thought you might like it. If y'don't, throw it out the window or feed it to a chapaa.
M'leavin' now.
Hodari gives the (Player) a gift based on their Personality Type:
Fire: Hunter's Horn / Earth: Dowsing Rod
Water: Tuning Fork / Air: Buzzy Jar

After a romance with Hodari has already started:

Given Box of Chocolates or Heartdrop Lily

Hodari
Y'know, I'll like you even without all the gifts.
But I won't say no.
Just means I gotta give as good as I get.

Special Events

Maji Market 2023

• We’re sellin’ fireworks if you want any.

Hodari
...You know anything about that blast earlier?

(Player)
Who, me? Nope.
Hodari
Hm. Well, if you hear anything about it, let me know.

(Player)
Your daughter was messing with explosives again.
Hodari
I figured... She just don’t listen. Thanks for letting me know.

(Player)
Maybe...
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
Wasn’t it cool?
Hodari
Information Needed

Hodari
Smells like fried peki...

(Player)
Reth is selling some.
Hodari
Really? Thought all he made was soup.

(Player)
You have a good sense of smell.
Hodari
Uh... ‘S kind of hard to miss when the whole dang market smells like it.

Hodari
I always grill m’ peki, but I bet they ain’t bad fried.

Hodari
Eshe’s been patrollin’ the market ever since it started.
At first I thought she was checkin’ up on the carts, but then I realized she was followin’ Kenli around, probably tryin’ to keep an eye on him. Poor sap don’t even realize it.

Hodari
‘S noisy out here... Ain’t helpin’ that people set off fireworks every five seconds.

(Player)
Why sell them, then?
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
But they’re pretty!
Hodari
Thought so too ‘til people started blowin’ ‘em up left and right. Now I just have a mean headache.

(Player)
I hope things get better.
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
You sure complain a lot.
Hodari
Information Needed

Hodari
Najuma keeps askin’ if she can get somethin’ from Delaila’s cart. Told her all that sugar would make her teeth fall out.

(Player)
It’s not like she eats sweets every day.
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
Dad of the Year, aren’t you?
Hodari
Ain’t even gonna respond to that.

(Player)
She doesn’t need all that sugar, anyway.
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
But it’s the Maji Market!
Hodari
Information Needed

Hodari
Heard they set some kinda surprise up with those drums.

(Player)
I love surprises!
Hodari
Information Needed

(Player)
I’m going to look right now.
Hodari
Good luck. Heard some folks already figured it out.

Luna New Year Maji Market

Hodari
Me and Najuma are runnin' a booth at the Maji Market. We'll be there tonight selling Fireworks.
Stop by if you want.

Hodari
Been a minute since I've seen a wish tree up close... Gotta say, it's real pretty.
Najuma likes it too. I keep catchin' her starin' at it.
Maybe I should get her a mini wish tree for her room...

Hodari
Tried some of Reth's banh chung earlier. Was a lot better than I expected.
Gonna order a box of it to take home. Wouldn't mind havin' it for breakfast tomorrow.

Hodari
Tried my luck at Zeki's prize wheel earlier. Won a bunch of tickets and gave 'em all to Najuma.
Have a feelin' she's gonna be spendin' most of it on sweets and those chapaa pillows...

Hodari
Ran into Tamala on our way to the Maji Market tonight.
She stopped us to ask who was goin' to be there. Soon as I mentioned Sifuu, she stopped listenin' and walked right off.
Guessin' those two got a feud of some sort... Not that I really care.

Hodari
I like the changes they've got goin' for the New Year.
Might even miss 'em when we go back to normal next month.

September Maji Market 2024 - Present

Hodari
Smells like fried peki...

(Player)
Reth is selling some.
Hodari
Really? Thought all he made was soup.

(Player)
You have a good sense of smell.
Hodari
(TBA)

Hodari
Usually grill my peki, but I bet it ain’t bad fried.

Hodari
Noticed Tamala stop by the market tonight. Strange seeing her outside of Bahari.
I know most folks try to stay clear of her... not you, though. Guess you can handle yourself.