Mascula

Mascula
First Appearance	Dragalia Lost
Species	Android
Year Created	2019
Created by	Cygames

Mascula is a playable character from Dragalia Lost. He is the brother of Laxi.

Physical appearance

Mascula has sliver hair and grey eyes like his sister Laxi. his hair covers his right eye. He wears small blue hat with black details and wears a black shirt a white coat and a blue tie and white pants. he wears black gloves and boots.

History

Spoiler warning: The following information contains spoilers. Please read at your own risk.

Mascula first appears in Chapter 11. Unlike many other androids, he is a pacifist and became friends with Luca. He helped Euden and his friends find his sister Laxi and help her come back to normal. After Laxi was defeated, Mascula’s only option is to give his heart to Laxi. He can control her speech functions and can still talk with Luca.

Later, Mascula's Gala variant allows him to control a body built in his likeness, effectively allowing him to move by himself again. He still needs to be within a certain distance of Laxi, as the new body works by proximity.

Spoiler warning: Spoilers end here.

Official Description

Mascula enters the fray with a new body, piloted remotely from his heart within Laxi. Though pained by conflict to the point that it makes him weep—inasmuch as an android can—he resolves to fight for a better future.

Adventurer Stories

Adventurer Stories Episode 1 Lost Body and Time, Restored Please note that this story contains spoilers for Chapter 19 of the main campaign and for Laxi's adventurer story. Luca: Woof, the forest of the faeries is huge. We've been walking for ages and we STILL haven't made it to the Sacred Tree. Gatov: The tree stands at the heart of the forest, after all. It's easily a few days' trip. Chelle: I see. Then we'd best pace ourselves accordingly. Chelle: Come, Euden. We'll establish camp here for the night. Euden: All right. Let's try to finish setting things up before it grows too dark. Luca: Hey, Laxi. Let's you and me go gather some firewood. Laxi: Firewood gathering... Order received. Commencing operations. Luca: Wha—hey, wait up, Laxi! Aaand...she's gone.  ???: Heh heh. I'd be happy to join you in her place, Luca. Mascula: Chelle was kind enough to furnish me with this body. The least I can do is put it to good use. Luca: 'Preciate it, Mascula. But, uh... Are you okay? Being apart from Laxi, I mean. Luca: You're piloting that body remotely from inside her, if I recall. Mascula: That's correct, yes. The thought-circuits that form my heart are still inside Laxi's frame. Mascula: I can operate anywhere within broadcast range of the control signal she emanates. Luca: Meaning...you won't be able to move if you get too far from her? Mascula: Correct. It varies depending on the terrain, but the dense vegetation here interferes with the signal, limiting my range. Mascula: That's why I'm busy trying to talk her into coming back right now. But, well... Laxi: Denied. Doing it alone is more efficient and means no one gets lost. Luca is unnecessary. Laxi: ▷You're always so resistant to the idea of teamwork, Laxi...◁ Laxi: Untrue. I am simply being efficient. Mascula: *sigh* It's no use. She's not having it. Luca: Aha ha ha... Still, that's pretty wild. You're here talking to me and having a chat with Laxi out there at the same time. Luca: Ooh, I know! If she's gonna be stubborn about it, why don't we play a little trick on her with this? Mascula: You're suggesting we deliberately do something Laxi will dislike in order to enjoy her negative reaction? Is that right? Mascula: That strikes me as an ill-conceived plan at best. Luca: Aw, don't be like that. If it works, she might come back! Mascula: Still... Luca: C'mooon, it'll be great! So, here's the plan. *whisper* *whisper* Mascula: Huh... All right... I see... We WHAT?! Hm... Hmmm... Are you certain? Laxi: Firewood gathering complete. I knew it would be more efficient without Luca's antics. Laxi: ▷......◁ Mascula. Explain why you have gone silent. Laxi: ▷Big...◁ "Big"? Laxi: ▷Big trouble, Laxi. It's Luca! He's... He's—!◁ Laxi: What? Luca is what? ▷Well, he's... Uhhh...◁ Laxi: ▷He's doing a headstand while battling a fiend. He's trapped its head between his legs while juggling his bow and arrows!◁ Laxi: ...... Laxi: ▷You're, uh...not feeling curious? I feel like this is a fairly unusual scene. Don't you want to see it for yourself?◁ Laxi: ...... Mascula: ...... Luca: Pfft, ha ha ha! Classic. So, what's the sitch? She dying of curiosity? I bet she's sprinting back at full tilt. Mascula: ...Oh. Oh, this is not good. Laxi is sprinting in the opposi...irection...signal...king up... Luca: Whoa! You all right, Mascula? Is this what going outside of signal range looks like? Laxi: Don't tell ridiculous lies. ▷I said I was sorry, Laxi, so please! Come back!◁ Ranzal: Gwah ha ha ha! So THAT's why you guys took so long getting wood? Euden: Ha ha... Those two do love to squabble, Laxi and Mascula. Elisanne: That they do. Though this time, I think it safe to say the blame lies with Luca's stupid prank. Luca: Oh, come ON! It's Laxi's fault for charging off in the first place! Laxi: Luca chatters needlessly and insists on mission-irrelevant detours. Luca: Grk... That's NOT— Cleo: All right, settle down. Luca, Laxi, time for dinner. Luca: Ugh, fine. I was getting hungry anyway. Mascula: Hee hee... Cleo: And what's gotten into you, Mascula? You go on and eat as well. Mascula: Oh, yes. Apologies. It just felt so nostalgic, I couldn't help but laugh. Cleo: What did? Mascula: Dining with you in my own body. It's been so long, you know? Cleo: Ah, I suppose it has. Sharing a body with Laxi rendered you unable to enjoy the pleasure of eating firsthand, didn't it? Mascula: Yes. Which is why I'm so delighted now. Mascula: Being able to walk alongside you all on my own two legs again is nothing short of a dream. Luca: Heh. Feeling's mutual, buddy! I'm happy to have you back at the table with us, too. Laxi: Agreed. I'm pleased as well. Now I don't have to share vocal circuits with Mascula. Mascula: Tch. If you're going to be like that... Laxi: ▷I'm happy to keep talking out of this body instead.◁ Laxi: No. You have your own body now. From now on, only talk from there. Laxi: ▷Nope. If the need arises, I'm still using your vocal circuits!◁ Elisanne: I never quite get used to the sight of it— the way Mascula bounces back and forth, speaking out of two different bodies. Gatov: Agreed. It's an entertaining spectacle. They're limited in range, but that link may be of use relaying intel on the battlefield. Euden: That's true. Their link could allow us to coordinate two squads working in tandem. That could be extremely useful. Mascula: You don't say! I'd be thrilled to be of use to our maestro. If the need ever arises, please don't hesitate to ask! Euden: You're very kind to offer. I'm sure we'll be relying on the both of you, Mascula. Notte: For sure! It feels weird to say it this late, but it's great to have you aboard! Mascula: Heh heh... Thank you! And likewise, I'm eager to fight alongside you all! Laxi: ...... Luca: What's got you all quiet, Laxi? You pouting again? Laxi: Negative. It's just... Luca: ...? Laxi: (So Mascula will fight with them. Autonomously, in that body...) Laxi: (But then...) Episode 2 The Brandished Blade Mascula: The ground is more stable here, everyone. You may find walking this path is easier. Cleo: Goodness, you're right. This feels almost like a paved road! Thank you for scouting it for us. Mascula: Of course. I'm happy to be of help! If I can do anything else, please don't hesitate to ask! Luca: Mascula looks like a kid on Dragonyule. Guess I'll head over to that route too, th— Laxi: Wait. Luca: What's up, Laxi? Laxi: Multiple inbound entities detected. Exact number unknown. But it's a lot. Euden: Are they hostile? Laxi: Unknown. However, based on their movement patterns— Luca: Gah! Combat androids?! Gatov: This must be the squadron of androids the Faerie Kingdom restored. But why were they stationed here? Elisanne: And why do they move in such force? Chelle: I suspect their puppeteers don't fancy us getting to the Sacred Tree. Ranzal: Guess that means we're gettin' close. But it don't look like they're gonna let us sit around and parley over tea 'n crumpets! Combat Androids: Orders received. Commencing operations... Eliminate all hostiles! Euden: Brace yourselves! Everyone, prepare to intercept! Cleo: *pant* *huff* There are too many! Elisanne: Agreed. And they seem unnaturally quick to adapt in their tactics. Combat Androids: Orders received. Commencing operations... Divide enemy forces, then strike isolated targets. Laxi: The androids are receiving control signals at extremely close intervals. Mascula: Seems that way. Which means our enemy must be... Luca: You guys figure something out? Mascula: Yes. To issue such detailed orders, the one controlling them must be nearby. Laxi: If the master is eliminated, all subordinate android units will cease activity. Euden: Ah! Then let's find whoever is controlling those androids! Laxi: Acknowledged. Leave the scouting to me. Mascula: That's true... An android's scouting range is broader than any humanoid's. I should be able to help here, too! Luca: Mascula?! Wait! Is he gonna be okay off on his own? Ranzal: Eyes front, Luca! We need you in the fight, not up in your head! Luca: Right, on it! Mascula: (Vantage points with a full view of this forest battlefield are few. The most likely option is...)  ???: Rgh... Persistent worms! Mascula: ! Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Then we'll strike...here! Mascula: (There atop that tree—a faerie? And he's holding a materium device used to control the androids.) Mascula: (That's definitely our target. Then my next move is clear.) Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Wha—?! Who are you?! Mascula: Surrender at once and instruct your forces to cease operations. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: An enemy android? Hmph. Who would surrender to the likes of you? Faerie Kingdom Youngster: If you would cut me down, do it. My death will not be the end of his noble vision! Mascula: "His"? I know not whom you speak of, but I understand that you fight with purpose, in the service of an ideal. Mascula: Which means that you've no doubt made your peace. Prepare yourself! Faerie Kingdom Youngster: ...... Mascula: ...Rgh. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Why do you hesitate? Aren't you going to kill me? Mascula: I... I'm... Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Or...can you not do it? Hah! They've brought a child into battle. Mascula: Ah—WAIT! Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Why would I? You're the one who let me live. So long, faulty little doll! Mascula: Rrgh! Euden: I see... It was a faerie youth controlling the androids. Euden: Thank you, Mascula. Your keen eye saved us today. Mascula: Happy to do what little I can. Do you...suppose he'll attack us again? Chelle: Obviously. They know our capabilities now. Next time, they'll come at us armed with a solid plan. Elisanne: They know the terrain far better than we can hope to. If they press that advantage, it's unclear if we can fend them off again. Mascula: I'm sorry. If I had stopped him earlier... Mascula: But I just...couldn't bring down my sword. Laxi: ...It's no surprise. You've never drawn a blade with your own hand before. Mascula: But I'm a combat android. A host of attack patterns are hardwired into my neural circuitry... Laxi: Affirmative. You are as capable of combat as I. But that's talking about schematics. Mascula: Huh? Laxi: You've always hesitated to hurt people. Laxi: That reluctance persisted, even after you resolved to fight together with me. Laxi: While you may understand and accept my reasons for fighting, swinging your own sword at someone is a different issue. Ranzal: She's right. Killing someone for the first time's no easy thing. It'd be weird if you HAD done it and just shrugged it off. Mascula: I...suppose that's true. I've shared in the sensation of killing through Laxi's body, but... Mascula: But this is my body. And I need to be able to wield a sword with my own hands—through my own will. Laxi: Affirmative. You wish to be helpful. Yet you wish to show mercy to all entities. Laxi: You've vacillated between those two urges. But now that you have a body of your own, the time has come to find your answer. Mascula: My answer, huh...? Episode 3 Dreaming of Peace Ranzal: Okay, Euden. What next? Euden: Well... An android squadron could attack us at any time, but we still need to reach the Sacred Tree. Euden: We'll push hard through daylight, making as few stops as possible. At dusk, we set up camp and fortify it as best we're able. Elisanne: Understood, Highness. It's nearly sundown, so let's locate a secure position to bunker down for the night. Luca: One the androids'll have trouble finding... Luca: Right here's a decent-sized clearing. Not ideal for setting up camp, but it'll give us a solid picture of the lay of the land. Laxi: Agreed. Commencing scouting operations. Mascula: Come to think of it, we first met you on an open plain like this one, Luca. Luca: I guess you did, huh? Though that was more like a patch of scorched earth left in the Dyrenell army's wake. Luca: And there you were, stealing weapons from friend and foe alike. Mascula: Yes. I believed that if no one was armed, conflict would naturally disappear from the world... Laxi: You were doing that sort of inefficient thing while I was away? Mascula: Oh, don't start. You know I'm of the same mind as you are now. Mascula: It was me bringing my desire for peace and empathy onto the battlefield... Combat Android Z: FareWeLl...Maestro... Be WeeeeEEEeell... Mascula: ...That lead to new lives being born and then lost. Mascula: That's why I decided to fight—to ensure that no one perishes before my eyes like that again. Luca: Yeah? For what it's worth, I've learned a lot from your kindness, Mascula. Luca: But if you've made up your mind to step into the fray, know that I'm with you, a hundred percent. You are too, right, Laxi? Laxi: I... Laxi: ...I'm opposed. Even without taking up arms, Mascula has been fighting all the while. Mascula: Huh? What do you mean by that, Laxi? Laxi: The peace you envision is unrealistic. But that applies only to the current geopolitical circumstances. Laxi: What's more, there are already examples of your ideals and actions leading to enemies dropping their weapons. Mascula: I guess that's true. There have been victories seized through diplomacy, even when the other side has chosen force. Laxi: Affirmative. That's how you've fought. And your way of fighting isn't a mistake. Laxi: If you continue to champion those ideals, a time may come in the future when more people are willing and able to understand. Mascula: You're telling me to stay an idealist, then? After all your talk about me being weak, and that I was just running away? Laxi: ...At first, I thought you were flawed. But not anymore. Laxi: Now, I believe... I believe that my ideas and yours are both pathways to peace that we inherited from our maestro. Mascula: Two very different visions of peace... Mascula: But through our different philosophies, we both seek the same end. And you think that was what our maestro designed us to do? Laxi: I have no proof, but... That is what I believe with my own heart. Laxi: Which is why I do not wish for you to pick up a weapon. Mascula: Thanks, Laxi. Elisanne: Luca, Laxi, Mascula! I'm glad I found you. Luca: Elisanne? Is something up? Elisanne: The combat androids from before have mounted another attack! We need you! Mascula: That shouldn't be possible! There's no way their maintenance could be complete after such a short time. Luca: Whatever's going on, we need to hurry! Mascula: Right! Laxi: Mascula. Once scouting operations are complete, hide your body nearby. Laxi: You need only focus on your support role within me. Mascula: Thank you, Laxi! Let's go! Episode 4 An Unknown Utopia Ranzal: Rngh! How many times are these things gonna get back up?! Luca: We're here! Everybody still in one piece? Cleo: Yes, but our enemies' attacks grow ever fiercer. Laxi: How? They've not finished undergoing maintenance. Laxi: ▷They haven't even started, from the look of it. I thought it strange how soon they reengaged. They were deployed without any repairs.◁ Luca: It's like they don't give a damn about the androids' condition... Cleo: Their movements communicate as much. It's difficult to defend when they attack without regard for their own life and limb. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Not difficult. Impossible. And so this place will be your tomb. Ranzal: Is that the faerie Mascula saw?! Finally decided to show your ugly mug, did ya? Laxi: Their signal receivers have likely not undergone maintenance either. I surmise they can't be remote controlled. Chelle: So the wirepuller is as desperate as his puppets. I suppose this is as close as they fancy us getting to the Sacred Tree. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Your advance stops here. I have my orders, and I WILL carry them out! Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Now, strike them down, androids! Fight 'til your bodies crumble to dust, in service of his hallowed vision! Euden: The androids are all converging at once! Elisanne: Highness! I'm coming to— Elisanne: What?! They cut me off! Cleo: No! They're after Euden! Laxi: I won't allow it! Luca: No matter how many times we take them down, they just keep getting back up. How can he make them fight like this?! Laxi: There's no end to them! ▷Laxi, we have to do something, or our maestro is...◁ Euden: Rgh, no...! I'm pinned down! Euden: They mean to crush me! Faerie Kingdom Youngster: It's over, false prince. Your life is forfeit, for the future of our new Faerie Kingdom! Euden: Grk...WAAAAAUGH! Laxi: ▷No! MAESTRO!◁ Laxi: Mascula. Engage Eden mode at once. I need your support. Laxi: ▷...◁ Mascula? Laxi: ▷Another life is about to be stolen... right in front of my eyes!◁ Laxi: MASCULA! Repeat, requesting immediate Eden mode activation! Laxi: ▷......◁ Mascula, respond! What are you doing?! Laxi: ▷...I'm activating my body.◁ Laxi: What?! Don't tell me you intend to enter the fray yourself! Laxi: Are you giving up your ideals? Laxi: ▷I'm sorry, Laxi.◁ Laxi: ▷I have my own way of "fighting." I was so happy when you acknowledged that.◁ Laxi: ▷Just as you say, adherence to one's values is a legitimate path to tread. But that takes a strong heart.◁ Laxi: ▷Strong enough to accept every cost, every sacrifice...and stay the course, come what may.◁ Laxi: ▷I'm afraid I'm just too weak for that.◁ Laxi: ▷I can't bear to watch a life be lost.◁ Mascula: Condition clear. Checking Orchis System. System clear. Mascula... Mascula: ...Activating. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Hm? It's the faulty puppet from before. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: Cut me down, if you can. I do not fear a blade held by trembling hands. Mascula: Entering combat mode. Eliminating hostile. Faerie Kingdom Youngster: What?! But...you... Mascula: Elimination complete... Euden: Ngh... What? I'm...saved? Cleo: Ah! The androids have ceased function! Elisanne: Highness! Are you all right?! Euden: Yes... It was a close call, but I'm fine. Elisanne: Thank the Goddess... I'm so relieved you're safe! Ranzal: Whew, that one had me sweatin'. If those bots hadn't shut down... Cleo: I shudder to think of it. So, Mascula stopped the one controlling them, then? Cleo: We owe you a huge debt. Thank you so much, Mascu— Cleo: Oh... Mascula: ...... Luca: Mascula? Are you...crying? Mascula: ...What? Mascula: Crying? No, this is... The last command I executed put considerable strain on my circuitry... Mascula: So the...the coolant fluid pumped through this body to prevent overheating is being expelled, and— Laxi: Such a volume of coolant is usually not required, unless the strain is exceptionally severe. Mascula: Yes. Even having resolved myself thus, it seems I underestimated how difficult it would be to...to kill. Luca: Hey. Mascula. I'm no expert in android physiology—er, technology?—but... Luca: Isn't that the same as crying because you're sad? Mascula: I'm...crying out of sadness? Then... Then these are... Luca: Yeah. Those...are your tears, buddy. Episode 5 Flood of Emotion Chelle: Since dispatching those androids, it's been quite the peaceful journey. Gatov: Truly. We should arrive at the Sacred Tree by midday tomorrow. Euden: I see. Then we should turn in early tonight. Euden: Mascula, why not rest your body for today? Mascula: Yes, that's a good idea. Right after I do a sweep of our perimeter. Laxi: I'll accompany you. There's still the possibility of the signal cutting out again. Laxi: Listen, Mascula. About our engagement with the androids earlier... Laxi: Why did you go solo? Had you cooperated with me and engaged Eden mode, that would have been sufficient. Mascula: Maybe so. But I did what needed to be done. Mascula: I was able to attack the operator directly, from outside the androids' formation. Mascula: It was the most certain way of saving our maestro's life. Laxi: And are you resolved to kill again? Mascula: Yes. I have no doubt in my mind that cutting that faerie down was the correct thing to do. Laxi: I see... But it was painful for you. Laxi: And that won't change. You'll feel that pain with each life you claim. Laxi: Are you sure about this? Mascula: I am. It's better than sacrificing someone. Laxi: Yet you would sacrifice yourself. Laxi: You will pay for this war with your heart. Mascula: But it's not like I'm dying. The weight of this burden is nothing compared to that of lives being lost. Mascula: If it means achieving peace, I would gladly offer up my heart. Mascula: I would give my everything to create the peaceful world our maestro imagined. Laxi: Mascula... Laxi: (Understood. If this is your decision, I will fight to protect your ideals.) Laxi: (As a unit constructed together with you... Your sibling.) Chelle: Euden. A word? Euden: Did you need something, Chelle? Chelle: Yes. I wanted to pass something along to you regarding the twin androids. Euden: Laxi and Mascula? What about them? Chelle: When repairing Mascula's body, we found an inscription on the back of his hand. Chelle: "Seek peace," it could be read to say. Euden: Yes, I've seen it. It's written on Laxi's hand, too. Euden: Apparently it was etched there by their previous maestro, who designed them. Chelle: The Dyrenell machinist of three hundred years past... Chelle: Tell me, brother: did the text not strike you as strange? Euden: Right...one of the letters was off. Euden: But I recall that not being the only thing that gave me pause... Chelle: As I suspected. And little wonder. Chelle: It's written in an ancient language that hasn't been spoken in a thousand years. Euden: What? I thought the language of that time was cast aside with the rest of their civilization as part of their pact with the dragons. Euden: Laxi and Mascula were only built three hundred years ago. So how could that be? Chelle: I'm not certain myself. But if he was using a language lost a millennium ago only three hundred years in the past... Chelle: This maestro of theirs could be connected to the Sky City Ark. Euden: To the Ark... Chelle: Yes. The final paradise that the survivors of the old civilization fled to a thousand years ago in hopes of evading the dragons' rule. Chelle: It's said to still exist, floating somewhere over the Grastaean continent, though none have even seen it, let alone its people. Euden: Wait a moment. This only makes me more confused. How did an imperial engineer come to make contact with it, then? Euden: Did he know of some special way? Or... Euden: Was he a citizen of the Ark to begin with? Chelle: I see little reason why the people of the Ark would offer aid to the Empire. I'm afraid we have no answers at the present. Chelle: Still, it's enough to pique my interest... I'll look into the matter on my end. Chelle: I would ask that you not share this with Laxi and Mascula until I learn more. It would only cause unnecessary confusion. Euden: Agreed. Thank you for telling me, Chelle. Euden: Still, their mystery only deepens further. Euden: An engineer capable of outfitting a combat android with a miniature mana kiln... Euden: And writing from the illusive Sky City Ark. Euden: Just who was this maestro of theirs, really?

Official Profile

Posted by the Dragalia Lost Twitter account on April 18, 2022.

• Hobbies: Studying
• Talents: Feeding animals
• Likes: Art
• Dislikes: Fighting

Trivia

• In Gala Luca’s artwork, Luca wields Mascula’s blade.