As the last key point was captured, a brilliant flash of color burst from the spawn point dancing in the air like confetti. Above you, with a score of 3-0, a glowing sign flickered to life with cheerful fanfare: “YOUR TEAM WIN”

Nanigashi twirled in place beside you, arms spread wide, catching the light. His ink-black feathers shimmered with flecks of key-light as he bounced up and down in excitement, mask slightly askew.

“Yay! Yay! We win, we win!” he chirped, spinning toward you with a beaming smile in his voice. “Human strong! I strong! Together, very fun!”

He hopped closer and nudged your side, laughter bubbling in a series of delighted coos. “You see? Colors everywhere! Keys so shiny! I never forget, never forget, never forget!”

His joy was infectious, pure and overflowing. In that moment, surrounded by light and the fading sounds of the match, Nanigashi looked up at you with awe.

“Human! Let's play again!”