You found a key!
"@&@*@.@YesYesYesYesYes<@?@B@E@H@NoNoNoNoNoM@Oh dear, I've lost my baby Warp Squids!  They're always getting into mischief!  If you find all four of them I'll give you something nice for your trouble!
You've found my baby!  Err... that is my baby, right?  It's so hard to tell!
Oh thank you!  Keep `em coming!
I see. well, please keep looking!
Hooray!  You've found them all!  Now I'll teach you something very useful.  Watch carefully!
You can perform this dance any time you like to warp back to this town, day or night!
Thanks for returning my babies!
[3What is this place? It's too hard to see! It would take 12 Fireflies to brighten things up!
[7Hey! I've got enough Fireflies to light up these runes!
[7Wow! I can use this dance to swap 10 GEMS for every empty HEART that needs refilling! Very nice!
[7Hey! I found a Warp Squid! I bet it misses it's mommy!
[7Hooray! A HEART HOLDER! My Hearts will increase by one!
[7I found a FIREFLY! I can check my total on the Sub-Screen!
[7This must be the MONKEY CLAW! This TALISMAN will allow me to attack in Monkey form!
[7This must be the ELEPHANT TOTE! This TALISMAN will allow me to stomp in Elephant form!
[7This must be the SPIDER VENOM! This TALISMAN will allow me to attack in Spider form!
[7This must be the HARPY TALON! This TALISMAN will allow me to attack in Harpy form!
What?  Not another pirate attack!  I'd better warn Scuttle Town!!
(SHANTAE): [1So you're behind this attack! Risky Boots, the lady-pirate![0
(RISKY): In the flesh!  Sorry about your shack darling.  I thought you were a Guardian Genie, not some scrawny kid!  Well no matter!  Gotta haul booty!
(SHANTAE): [1Ooooh... She's up to no good, that's for sure!  Well, if I'm gonna earn my keep as Scuttle Town's Genie, I'd better stop her!
(SHANTAE): [1That's far enough Risky!  Where's the Steam Engine?
(RISKY): None of your business!  More importantly, you people have been using my sea without paying my fee, and now you're in a lot of hot water!
(SHANTAE): [2That's ridiculous!  The ocean is free for everyone to enjoy!  Just who do you think you are?
(RISKY): Who am I?  I'm Risky Boots, queen of the Seven Seas, and anyone who opposes me will be crushed flat!  Men!! Spank this one extra hard for mommy!!
I went easy on you this time, but next time I'll be steam-powered and unstoppable!  Ho Ho Ho!
(MAYOR): Good job, Shantae!  You certainly made short work of those bandits!  Hiring a town Genie was a dandy idea indeed!
(SHANTAE): [3Sigh... Maybe it's time I told him I'm only a Half-Genie.  Then Scuttle Town could get a real Guardian Genie to protect them.  How did I let things get so screwed up?
(MIMIC): Shantae!  What happened?  Where's my Steam Engine?
(SHANTAE): I'm sorry Mimic.  Risky got away with the Steam Engine, and now she's going to use it to destroy Scuttle Town!  [1Oooh!  If only I were a real Genie!  Then I'd show that Risky a thing or two!
(MIMIC): [0I'm afraid it will take more than Genie magic this time. Let me explain from the beginning...
It all started on my last dig when I unearthed an ancient vault. Hidden inside was a diagram of a strange contraption. Here's how the thing works.
A steel chamber full of water is heated, like so. The water becomes steam, blasting out the top with enough pressure to turn a wheel indefinitely!  Steam-powered muscle like that could change the world!
(MIMIC): I used the plans to build a Steam Engine of my own. I was almost done when that vixen swiped it!
(SHANTAE): Hmm... She seemed to be headed towards Water Town. Maybe there's still a chance to get the engine back!
(MIMIC): That'a girl! Just be sure you visit the SAVE ROOM before you leave town. Good luck Shantae!
(SHANTAE): [4Hi Bolo!  I thought I'd find you here!  We've got an emergency in Scuttle Town!
(BOLO): Things have been rather exciting here, too!  We just got a visit from the infamous lady-pirate, Risky Boots!
(SHANTAE): [0She came here already?  And she didn't attack?
(BOLO): Pfaw!!  Not at all!  She just wanted directions to the Dribble Fountain.
(SHANTAE): [2What?  You didn't give them to her did you!?
(BOLO): [0She sure was pretty!  ...And that outfit!  Hoo-Hoo!
(SHANTAE): [1Arrrgh!!  You imbecile!  Now I've got to get there first!  Where is this place!?
(BOLO): You prob'ly passed it on the way here.  The aqueduct below it is locked up tight, though.  I `spose I could show you how it opens...
(SHANTAE): [2You bet you will!  You're in the doghouse as it is!  I'll meet you at the DRIBBLE FOUNTAIN, and you'd better be there!!
I'll meet you at the Dribble Fountain!
Have you been to Oasis Town yet?  I'm sure someone there can help!
Sky told you to head for the Zombie Caravan?  Very scary!  If you see any drop-dead gorgeous Zombie Girls, get their names!
You're headed for Mount Pointy? Yeesh! That's chilly!
Risky has all four Stones?!  You'd better get to Scuttle Town and warn Mimic!
(SHANTAE): [7What are you doing in Oasis Town?
(SKY): Hey Shantae!  I sold my war birds so I'm here on an egg hunt.  As you can see, I've got some new trainees to keep me company!  What do you think?
(SHANTAE): Great, but I don't see Wrench around. You didn't sell him, did you?
(SKY): Of course not! I'd never part with him!
Would I Wrench?
(WRENCH): CAAAAW!
(SKY): So how's the Genie business?  Are you still playing watchdog for that dinky fishing hole?
(SHANTAE): [4Scuttle Town's no hole!  Besides, right now it's turning up more action than anyplace!  Which reminds me. I'm searching for something called the Golem Stone.  Ever hear of it?
(SKY): Nope!  But there's a place called the Golem Mine a few miles into the desert. Could be some connection. I'd show you where exactly, but I need to tend these eggs. Would you like me to send Wrench to scout for you?
(SHANTAE): [7Would you?  That'd be perfect!
(SKY): Find the mine, Wrench! Go!!
Just head for the desert and keep your eyes open for Wrench. In the meantime I'll ask around with my messenger birds. Deal?
(SHANTAE): Deal. Thanks Sky!  Bye!
(SKY): Head for the desert and watch for Wrench!
(SKY): Did you get my letter about the Zombie Caravan? I don't know who this RottyTops is, but maybe he or she can help!
(SKY): I heard you're headed for Mount Pointy!  That's a long way from here, but you'll find it if you travel East!
(SKY): Risky has all four Stones?! You'd better get to Scuttle Town and warn Mimic!
(SHANTAE): Excuse me... I'm looking for a Zombie named Rottytops.
(ROTTY): I'm Rottytops! Who are you?
(SHANTAE): [7My name's Shantae. You replied to my question about a magical stone, right?
(ROTTY): Oh that. It's called the Simmer Stone because it burns endlessly. It's kept deep inside the Cackle Mound by a society of Shriekers. What about it?
(SHANTAE): [0I need to get to it before something terrible happens! Can you show me the way inside?
(ROTTY): Me show you!? HA!! Aren't you afraid to ask a Zombie for help? I might try to eat your brains!
(SHANTAE): I thought only wild Zombies ate brains.
(ROTTY): Shows what you know. Tell you what. Let's have a little competition to see just how bad you want it! If you win, I'll show you to the Simmer Stone. But if I win, your brains become a tasty snack for me and my pals!
(ROTTY): What do you say, Shantae?  Wanna race?
(ROTTY): Either try again, or cough up those brains!
(ROTTY): You beat me!! Dag nab! Look Shantae, you've got passion and I like that. What do you say I help you get that Simmer Stone? I promise to keep the snacking to a minimum!
(SHANTAE): [3Sigh... I suppose.
(ROTTY): Then I'll meet you at the door of the Cackle Mound. Later!
Want to race again? How `bout a 20 Gem bet, winner takes all?
(ROTTY): Hah! I won!! The Gem pot goes to Rotty!
(ROTTY): Double drats! Here's the 40 Gems!
(SHANTAE): [7Oh! A Genie! Are you Bandit Town's guardian?
(GENIE): [0Absolutely! I do my job using powerful mind-reading magic! For instance, you've come here looking for the Twinkle Stone, right?
(SHANTAE): [7Oh wow, you're right!!
(GENIE): Well you're in luck sweetie! I can get you into the Twinkle Palace with no problem at all! Just meet me there in a little bit will you?
(SHANTAE): What luck! I'll be there, thanks!
(GENIE): [0Also, you should try cutting your hair short sometime! It would look awfully cute in a bob! Ho Ho Ho!
(SHANTAE): Hee hee!... I'll think about it! Bye now!
(SHANTAE): [8Hello... er... What did you say your name was?
(GENIE): My name...? Who cares! Now sit still while I do my thing!
(SHANTAE): [7Thanks! That was a piece of cake! I'd better get in and out of here before I freeze to death!
(GENIE): We wouldn't want that! Tee Hee!
(SHANTAE): [8Hi again! I found the Twinkle...
(SHANTAE): [5Huh?
(RISKY): [9Hah! That oughtta shut you up! Thanks for being a perfect little stooge! Now that you've collected all four stones for me, my Tinkerbats can complete their steam-powered project! Stop by for the grand unveiling! It's sure to be a smash from coast to coast!! HO HO HO!!
(SHANTAE): Rrrrrgh... Mmmmrgh...
(SHANTAE): [5Free! But now what will I do? Risky has all four stones! There must be some way to find her hideout and end this insanity once and for all. Mimic will know what to do. I'd better head back to Scuttle Town!
(VOICE): Welcome Shantae.
(SHANTAE): Where am I? What is this place? I can't see a thing!
(VOICE): Do not be afraid. You are with friends. You have entered the Genie Realm.
(SHANTAE): The Genie Realm? How did I get here?
(VOICE): We brought you here to present you with a gift. A reward for your valor in the face of evil.
(SHANTAE): A reward?
(VOICE): You have withstood many trials, and exceeded your potential as a half genie. Now, by combining our magic we will make you a full Genie.
(SHANTAE): Gasp! Do you really mean it?
(VOICE): Yes. You can stay in the Genie Realm and finally be with your own kind. You will be a half-genie no longer.
(SHANTAE): But what about my friends? And Mimic? Will I still get to see them?
(VOICE): Genies must never interfere with the mortal world. I know you will miss them, but you will be much happier here, where there is peace and harmony. We will leave the choice up to you.
(SHANTAE): I want to be a true Genie more than anything. But not at the cost of my friends and family. I can't just leave them alone in a world that needs me. Half a Genie is better none after all.
(VOICE): Then you will decline our gift?
(SHANTAE): I'm afraid so.
(VOICE): Then we will send you back. Farewell Shantae.
(MIMIC): Shantae!
(MIMIC): Shantae! Wake up!
(SHANTAE): Groan...
(MIMIC): Are you alright? When I saw Risky's Island go up in smoke I was afraid you'd had it!
(SHANTAE): Mimic. I'm sorry. I destroyed the Steam Engine. I had to...
(MIMIC): Don't worry about that. I can see now that the world isn't ready for Steam Engines. I'm just glad you came back to me in one piece!
(SHANTAE): Mimic, I've decided to tell the Mayor that I'm not a full-fledged genie. If he's going to keep me as the town's guardian, I want him to know the truth.
(MIMIC): Alright. If you feel that strongly about it. I'll leave it up to you.
(MAYOR): I overheard what you were talking about with Mimic! Don't worry! You've saved Scuttle Town! You're our hero!
(SHANTAE): Really?
(MAYOR): Yes! Absolutely! I don't care if you're a half a Genie or not! You'll always be our champion!
(SHANTAE): Whew!
(MAYOR): But can I get you for half-price?
(ROTTY): What's shakin' bacon? Gimme a sec to figure this thing out.
(ROTTY): There we go! Now listen up! The walking nightmares that live in this hole won't see you if you stay in the shadows... But once you're spotted things will get ugly! Stay hidden as long as possible, and you might make it out alive.
(SHANTAE): [4Thanks Rotty. I owe you one.
(SHANTAE): [7I did it! I got the Simmer Stone!
(ROTTY): Well I knew with my help you'd make out OK. So what's the reason for collecting these stones anyway? Kind of a dangerous hobby isn't it?
(SHANTAE): [6I don't have any choice. Risky Boots is going to use them for some sort of doomsday weapon! I've already kept her from getting the Dribble Stone, the Golem Stone, and the Simmer Stone. [1If I can head her off one last time, Scuttle Town and the others should be safe.
(ROTTY): [2That girl's bad news alright. She's one of the reasons we move our caravan each night. In fact, we're moving out in the morning, so if you want to visit me again, you'll have to track our caravan down first! In the meantime, you should head for Mount Pointy.
(SHANTAE): [0Why? What's there?
(ROTTY): The Twinkle Stone. You've got the other three, and that's the only one left. Err... you don't have any warmer clothes, do you?
(SHANTAE): Why would anyone want to wear warm clothes?
(ROTTY): Heh! No reason. See you `round!
I see that you're a very Advanced hero. Want to hear a secret for 500 Gems?
I see that you're a very Advanced hero. Bring back 500 Gems and I'll tell you a secret!
You don't look very Advanced.
Hey, it's your loss!
Here's the secret.
Down, Up, Up.
Use this dance to turn the tables on your foes!
(SHANTAE): [7Wrench! There you are! [3Can you help me get into this place? I'm fresh out of ideas!
(WRENCH): CAWWW!  CAWWWW!
(SHANTAE): [7Thanks Wrench! Please tell Sky I'm OK!
(SHANTAE): Wrench, you're back! What's this, a note from Sky? It reads: "Dear Shantae. Someone named RottyTops replied to my message. She says she knows the whereabouts of the next magical stone! She travels with the Zombie Caravan, which is camped East of Water Town. Hope this helps. Friends always, Sky."
(WRENCH): CAWWWW!
(SHANTAE): [7Sounds like my next stop alright! I'd better go find that caravan!
(SHANTAE): Mimic! Hey old man!  Are you OK?
(MIMIC): Moan...Look what those Tinkerbats did to my workshop!  I've gotta stop them before they escape with my Steam Engine!
