Ralph (Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town)

"'There is no other job as rewarding as this.'"

Ralph (ラルフ) is a man of few words and Olive Town's level-headed ranger, working to protect the town's flora and fauna. In times of trouble, he remains calm and collected, ready to take the lead. Perhaps that's thanks to his history as an athlete...

Schedule
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Dialogue
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 * INTROA=Oh, uh... I don't think we've had the pleasure. I seem to recall the mayor saying something about this...
 * INTROB=Ah, right, you're . You're living on that farm, I hear?
 * INTROC=I'm Ralph. I work as a forest ranger here. Nice to meet you.


 * GEN1=It's my job to keep the peace in the forest.
 * GEN2=The Ranger's Station is pretty cozy once you get used to it.
 * GEN3=I like watching animals in the forest.
 * GEN4=Beth is always looking for something in the forest, but honestly, her work all goes over my head.
 * GEN5=I think carpentry suits my father well.


 * HEART1=Do you need something?
 * HEART3=I'll accompany you when you go to the forest.
 * HEART5=Farm work seems rather difficult. I imagine there's a lot to do.
 * HEART7=If there's anything troubling you, I'd be happy to lend a hand.
 * HEART8=I'd venture to say that rangers and farmers are cut from the same cloth. We both deal with animals, after all.
 * HEART9=You're rebuilding that dilapidated farm all by yourself? Impressive.
 * HEART10=I can see your farm becoming a tourist hotspot before long.


 * DATE1=I know a lot about ecology. I think that knowledge would come in handy on a farm as well.
 * DATE2=Recently, whenever I'm unsure of myself, I think, "What would  do?"
 * DATE3=We both have rather mundane jobs, but I think there's value in that sort of straightforward, down-to-earth lifestyle.
 * MARRY1=Being a ranger is a tough job, but you help keep me going.
 * MARRY2=Be mindful of your health. Now, more than ever.
 * MARRY3=It might be weird to suddenly bring this up, but thank you for being with me. I'm extremely grateful.


 * SUN=The breeze outside feels good.
 * RAIN=Accidents tend to happen more often on rainy days. Watch your footing outdoors.
 * SNOW=It's rather chilly out today.
 * TYPH=The wind is pretty severe today. I'd advise putting any non-essential errands on hold.
 * TYPHAFT=I'm glad the typhoon yesterday caused no lasting damage.
 * BLIZ=We're getting a lot of snow. Bundle up and take care of yourself out there.
 * BLIZAFT=I'm glad the blizzard yesterday caused no lasting damage.


 * SPR=It's gradually warming up.
 * SUM=More tourists tend to come to the forest in the summertime. That makes me a bit busier.
 * AUT=I love watching the leaves change color with each passing day.
 * WIN=Stay active to keep yourself warm. It's easy to catch a cold this time of year.


 * MORNG=Good morning. You're up early again today, I see.
 * MORNL=A ranger's work starts at the crack of dawn. It keeps me extremely busy.
 * AFTG=Hello there, . How are things?
 * AFTL=Most tourists tend to visit the forest during the day, so I have to be vigilant if I want to ensure their safety.
 * EVEG=Good evening. Quiet night out, isn't it?
 * EVEL=Ah, is it that late already?


 * LOVE=Much appreciated! I'm always on the hunt for this sort of thing. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
 * LIKE=Thank you! This is great. You clearly have good taste.
 * LIKELIL=Thank you. I see you know what I like.
 * NEUTRAL=Thank you. I'll take it.
 * BDAYGIFT=That's right, today IS my birthday. Thank you for the gift.


 * BDAYLESS1=Happy Birthday.
 * BDAYLESS2=Huh? That was out of the blue, you say?
 * BDAYLESS3=Sorry about that. When I saw you, I suddenly remembered that it was your birthday today.
 * BDAYMORE1=Happy Birthday, .
 * BDAYMORE2=I hope you have a great year.


 * DEVLV1=I do regular patrols of the forest, so I'm confident it's safe for some more tourists to come here.
 * DEVLV2=I feel like the atmosphere of the town has changed. Or is that just my imagination?
 * DEVLV3=A beauty salon, huh? I've never been on the cutting edge of style.
 * DEVLV4=The town hall looks much nicer now. I imagine the tourists will like that.
 * DEVLV5=You say they changed up the beauty salon? Hm. I suppose there’s no harm in checking it out.
 * DEVLV6=Since I work in the forest, I feel like I'm getting left behind with all the sudden developments in Olive Town.
 * DEVLV7=There's an almost electric current in the air around town these days.
 * DEVLV8=With the recent influx of tourists, my safety patrols are more important than ever.
 * DEVLV9=Olive Hall is even nicer now, and the town is the busiest I've ever seen it.
 * DEVLV10=I see we're getting some pretty big boats mooring here.


 * WED=Your life together has finally begun. I wish you all the best.
 * CHILDBORN=Is it difficult taking care of a baby?
 * CHILDCRAWL=Your kid has gotten pretty big now, huh?
 * CHILDGROWN=I bet your kid's proud to have you as his/her parent.
 * CHARA=Ralph
 * CHARAWED=Exercise is important, but so are rest and good nutrition. Hard work and self-care are two sides of the same coin.
 * CHARABORN=Every time I look at , I can't help but smile.
 * CHARACRAWL=Babies move around more than I thought.
 * CHARAGROWN=I want to show  not only this town, but the entire world.


 * EGGB=It will be time for the Egg Hunt in short order. Time really does fly.
 * EGGD=Rushing in headlong isn't always a valid strategy. I'd advise taking a more measured approach.
 * EGGA=I had a good time at the Egg Hunt.


 * PETB=The day of the Pet Derby is coming up. Will you be participating?
 * PETD=It seems like this year’s Pet Derby will be one to remember.
 * PETA=The Pet Derby was a real triumph.
 * PETW=Congratulations on winning the Pet Derby. Your devotion to your pet paid off.


 * JAMB=The Summer Jamboree is upon us. I want to break last year’s record.
 * JAMD=It looks like this year will be harder than ever. But I wouldn’t have it any other way.
 * JAMA=Nothing gets you moving quite like the Summer Jamboree. My muscles appreciate the workout.
 * JAMW=Congratulations on your win in the jamboree. I hope next year’s competition is just as thrilling.


 * FIREB=The day of the Fireworks Display is quickly approaching.
 * FIRED=Everyone loves fireworks—myself included.
 * FIREA=This year's fireworks were phenomenal.


 * MUSHB=We don't have long to wait until the Mushroom Hunt begins.
 * MUSHD=If we were hunting for real mushrooms, I would have a clear advantage as a ranger.
 * MUSHA=Did you enjoy the Mushroom Hunt? If you'd like to know which kinds of mushrooms are edible, I'll gladly tell you.
 * MUSHW=Congratulations. Your hunting skills may even surpass mine.


 * SPIRB=With autumn comes the Spirit Festival.
 * SPIRD=I wonder if the Spirit is somewhere around here, watching.
 * SPIRA=I enjoyed myself at the Spirit Festival. I hope you did as well.


 * FISHB=The Fishing Tournament is coming up soon.
 * FISHD=I have to admit I don't know much about fish.
 * FISHA=People seemed to enjoy the Fishing Tournament. I'm afraid I don't get much out of it.
 * FISHW=Congratulations on winning the Fishing Tournament. I had a hunch you'd come out on top.


 * SNOWB=The Snowshine Celebration is around the corner.
 * SNOWD=Everyone seems to have forgotten the cold.
 * SNOWA=There were some impressive sculptures this year. I admire the craftsmanship.


 * GEN6=Jacopo's a pretty good guy, really. We were in different grades at school, but that's never stopped him from calling me "bro."
 * GEN7=Many wild animals inhabit the forest. Not all of them are very strong, so I have to take good care of them.
 * GEN8=Wild animals have much shorter lives than us, but they make the most of what they're given. We humans could learn a lot from them.
 * GEN9=Beth has an amazing thirst for knowledge. Her passion for her work astonishes me.
 * GEN10=My father isn't much of a people person, but his skills as a carpenter are the real deal. You can trust him with any work you need done.


 * NEWH1A=Protecting the forest is my job. I'm frequently on patrol, so feel free to give me a holler and say hello if you happen to find me.
 * NEWH1B=If anything ever troubles you, , don't hesitate to tell me. I'll try to do what I can to help.
 * NEWH2A=Generally, being a ranger boils down to walking around. I see you running around a lot, too, . I bet you'd make a fine ranger.
 * NEWH2B=Olive Town is a nature-rich place, and I want to work hard to preserve that. I hope you'll be a friend to nature, too.
 * NEWH3A=As I'm sure you know, wild animals are extremely sensitive to human movements. If you plan on approaching one, do so slowly and carefully.
 * NEWH3B=I'm not what you'd call "up to date" on the latest trends, but the accessories at the general store all have fantastic designs, don't they?
 * NEWH4A=You always seem like you've got a million things to do. If there's anything I can help with, just let me know. I'd be more than happy to assist.
 * NEWH4B=Occasionally while I'm making the rounds in the forest, I'll find edible wild berries and fruits to snack on. It's one of my favorite perks of the job.
 * NEWH5A=Take it from someone in a similar field of work: you don't want to overexert yourself. Stop for a break whenever you feel the need.
 * NEWH5B=I tend to cook myself soup more often than not—it's a favorite of mine. Not only is a hearty pot-au-feu nutritious, but it warms you up as well.
 * NEWH6A=You know, I've really been enjoying your stories about the farm. So, what's on the docket for today? I'd love to hear more.
 * NEWH6B=Could you tell me about the animals on your farm? I actually don't know much about domesticated animals.
 * NEWH7A=We may work in different places and do different things, but I've always thought our jobs were similar at heart.
 * NEWH7B=Coming back to Olive Town was tough for me. I kept wondering if moving back home was really the right choice...but now I know for sure that it was.
 * NEWH8A=The forest is quite the trek from your farm, isn't it? I feel a little guilty about that... Would you rather I come visit you next time?
 * NEWH8B=I used to make awful mistakes as a novice ranger. The good news, at least, is that I can look back at those blunders and laugh them off.
 * NEWH9A=My worldview has changed quite a lot since I met you, . It's humbling to think that there's still so much I don't know.
 * NEWH9B=I'm actually rather fond of floral perfumes. When I apply them to my curtains, it smells like spring every time the wind blows.
 * NEWH10A=Speaking with you gives me the motivation I need to put my best foot forward. I'm grateful I can count you among my friends, .
 * NEWH10B=For a long time, I wasn't sure if I chose the right path in life. But having you as a friend made me realize I'm glad to be the man I am today.


 * NEWDATE6A=To think, you and I were strangers not so long ago, and now we're inseparable. The thought of it always fascinates me.
 * NEWDATE6B=Please tell me more about yourself. If I'm going to be a good boyfriend to you, then I need to understand you better than anyone.
 * NEWDATE7A=I want to be there for you, even for the most trivial things. If anything starts weighing on your mind, please know that I'll be here to listen.
 * NEWDATE7B=No matter what I do, my thoughts always end up wandering to you, . I guess that goes to show how much I've fallen for you.
 * NEWDATE8A=An athlete only feels secure during a play if they're passing the ball to a teammate they trust, so rest assured: I'll always pass to you, .
 * NEWDATE8B=My father keeps teasing me about how much happier I've been these days. Now that I think about it, I HAVE been smiling a lot more often...
 * NEWDATE9A=Time truly does fly when we're chatting together like this. Every day has been passing by in the blink of an eye.
 * NEWDATE9B=, would you like to go on an outing with me sometime? I'm sure we'll have a blast, no matter where we end up.
 * NEWDATE10A=You are my guidepost, . Guideposts are extremely important to rangers. Er, in other words...I couldn't live without you.
 * NEWDATE10B=If you're ever in a bind, I'll do whatever it takes to make things better, so I hope you'll talk to me at the first sight of a problem.


 * NEWMARRY10A=Knowing that I have you to protect makes my work all the more fulfilling. It inspires me to tackle the day's work to the best of my ability.
 * NEWMARRY10B=I'm in such a good mood these days that I find myself humming while I'm on patrol. I need to be more careful, or I'll space out and trip on the trail...
 * NEWMARRY11A=Even when I go on patrol these days, I don't feel so alone anymore. Just the thought of you is enough to keep me company.
 * NEWMARRY11B=I've been thinking about my father lately. He was the perfect match for my mother. Just like you're the perfect match for me.
 * NEWMARRY12A=I'm more relaxed now whenever I start my patrols, because I know I have you to come home to.
 * NEWMARRY12B=I got in touch with some of my old teammates recently. Sounds like they're all doing well these days, which is good to hear.
 * NEWMARRY13A=I hope we can keep taking walks through the forest, no matter how old we become. Would you promise me that?
 * NEWMARRY13B=Has anyone ever told you how comforting your presence is, ? Because I certainly think it is. Thank you...for simply being you.
 * NEWMARRY14A=Being with you has made me realize what a magnificent thing it is to love someone so fervently. Thank you so much for being mine.
 * NEWMARRY14B=Living a peaceful life with you like this is all I ever wanted. Nothing could make me happier.
 * NEWMARRY15A=It might sound strange, but these days, coming to Olive Town really does feel like fate. It's as if I came here just so that I could meet you.
 * NEWMARRY15B=Meeting you is the best thing that ever happened to me. Please, , stay with me forever.


 * MORNGNEW=Waking up early is a vital part of the day. Your actions in the morning dictate how the rest of your day will go.
 * AFTGNEW=Would you look at the time. The day goes by so quickly when I'm on the job...
 * EVEGNEW=Hello, <Player>. Working late is all well and good, but try not to overdo it. We both need to get up early tomorrow, after all.
 * MORNLNEW=You're bright-eyed and bushy-tailed this morning. Though now that I think on it, I suppose all farmers need to be. I have to step up my game.
 * AFTLNEW=Don't work yourself to the bone, all right? The day's longer than you might think, so there's plenty of opportunities to take breaks.
 * EVELNEW=The forest is dangerous at night, so take care not to run in recklessly. It's darker than you could possibly imagine in there.


 * MORNGDATE=Good morning, <Player>. I get the feeling today's going to be a good one if I get to see you this early.
 * AFTGDATE=Looks like you've got your hands full again today. If there's anything I can do for you, just say the word. I've got your back.
 * EVEGDATE=Good evening, <Player>. Another day done already, eh? Well, there's always tomorrow. I hope to see you then.
 * MORNLDATE=I could wish you a good morning every day for the rest of my life and never get tired of it. I love seeing your face first thing in the morning.
 * AFTLDATE=When the going gets rough at work, I always imagine you smiling and encouraging me. I get a lot of motivation from that.
 * EVELDATE=It's all right to hit the hay if you start feeling tired. I know you're a very industrious person, but I worry about you sometimes.


 * MORNGMARRY=Good morning, <Player>. Hope you slept well last night. We've got another long day ahead of us, so let's make the best of it.
 * AFTGMARRY=You've been running around since the early morning, haven't you? I know you've got a lot of stamina, but try not to wear yourself out.
 * EVEGMARRY=That's another day down, <Player>. You should be proud of your progress today, but for now, let's both take it easy tonight.
 * MORNLMARRY=Every morning I see you smiling, and every morning it inspires me to give it all I've got. Does that happen to you, too?
 * AFTLMARRY=Your afternoon schedule's pretty packed, isn't it? I've got some time, so give me a shout if you need a hand.
 * EVELMARRY=The farm is just as peaceful as the forest. With you by my side, though, the silence doesn't make me feel so isolated anymore.


 * SKILLLOG=You cut down all those trees on the farm by yourself? You must've worked hard to do that. Just be careful you don't harm any natural habitats.
 * SKILLREAP=I hear your reaping skills are top-notch. Good leg muscles are the key to cutting grass, right? You'll have to show me how it's done.
 * SKILLMINE=So you have a knack for finding ore, eh? It's the new topic of conversation in town these days, so I happened to overhear my father talking about it.
 * SKILLDRAIN=No one can hold a candle to you when it comes to draining ponds. I doubt even I could match your level of skill.
 * SKILLFISH=I hear that you're an accomplished angler. Are you able to read the minds of the fish you catch? N-No, sorry, that's an odd question.
 * SKILLFIELD=The crops grown on your farm are exceptional. Nature's a fickle mistress at times, so you should be proud of your harvests.
 * SKILLORCH=There's plenty of wild fruit in the forest, but the ones grown on your farm are on a completely different level. They're absolutely delicious.
 * SKILLCULT=I often hunt for mushrooms in the forest, but I doubt I could find a wild mushroom that's as high quality as the ones you grow on the farm.
 * SKILLBEE=Did you know the honey produced on your farm is famous? If I had a whole jar of it, I bet I could tame every bear in the forest with it.
 * SKILLCARE=I overheard the folks from the Hoof House talk about how relaxed your animals seem. It's easy to tell you take great care of them.
 * SKILLCOOK=They say you're well on your way to becoming a renowned chef. Your can-do attitude is really something, you know that?
 * SKILLCOMM=You have the unique ability to open people's and animals' hearts just by talking to them. That's a precious skill.


 * 2NDGIFT=One present's enough for me, but thank you. Maybe you could save it for another day?
 * CONFNONE=Hm? Isn't that pendant—oh, I get it. You want to know if it matches your outfit, right? ...No?
 * PROPNONE=Around here, blue feathers are used to propose marriage. Take good care of it. You'll know when you find the right person to give it to.
 * MISSEVENT=I'm sorry, but I'll need some time to think this over. Something isn't quite clicking for me yet. Now may not be the best time to press forward.
 * DURFEST=I'm sorry... Today isn't well suited to having such a serious discussion. Can we bring this up some other time?
 * STILLTENT=I'm flattered at the suggestion, but you might want to ask my father about expanding your home first. As it is now, it's not suited for a married couple.
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