Overview Gallery
A rising star in the stock market industry known as "Mr. Midas". Came from a poor background but achieved success through wisdom and courage. An investor with a sense of humor, and a fearless daredevil.
Gary is a Trendy Times Companion.
Profile[]
Appearance[]
Gary is a young man of average height, with light blue eyes, and brown hair cut in a fade haircut and hidden under a grey newsboy cap. His outfit consists of a matching grey coat, with a muted blue checkered suit and brown leather shoes. A pocket watch hangs from the button of his suit with a golden diamond-patterned chain.
Interests[]
Trading stocks
Lantern Quotes[]
| When Interacting |
|---|
| "Don't be afraid, I'm here." |
| "Remember, you must seize your opportunity." |
| "The stock market is like a tidal wave. It's normal to experience ups and downs." |
| Upon Receiving a Preferred Gift* |
| "What an exquisite gift." |
| "I didn't expect this. What a pleasant surprise." |
| Upon Receiving a Non-Preferred Gift* |
| "Please don't spend too much money on me." |
| "You're too kind." |
| After Using All Interactions Attempts |
| "I'm sorry, I still have some business to attend to." |
*If you give gifts in batches and the total is 20 affection points or more, even if they are 1-star gifts and the traits do not match, the Companions will still show that they liked the gifts and say a quote of appreciation.
Gameplay[]
Gift Guide[]
Gary likes gifts that have the traits 
and 
.
| Gift Name | Affection Points | Recipe |
|---|---|---|
Witch's Broom 
|
90 | Wood  +  Arcane Essence
|
Message in a Bottle 
|
75 | Paper  +  Glass
|
Ancient Hourglass 
|
75 | Arcane Essence + Arcane Essence
|
Goodwill Gifts[]
| Level | Reward |
|---|---|
| 2 | Blueprint: Concerto Oboe |
| 3 | Blueprint: Wandering Duo |
| 4 | 30 
|
| 5 | Blueprint: Mocha Flavor Character Relic |
| 6 | 50 1 Character Relic Shard |
| 7 | 5 Parven's Mementos  1 Character Relic Shard |
| 8 | 5 Maud's Gratitude  1 Character Relic Shard |
| 9 | 300 1 Character Relic Shard |
| 10 | 1,000 1 Character Relic Shard |
Letters[]
First Letter
Miss Gautier
It's been a while since I've had such a fun time talking to someone.
You're clearly a very well-spoken lady. When you described how you would cut the fabric, I can almost hear the sound of your scissors clipping away.
There's someone who I respect very much, and is also a tailor like you. She once told me that even when your clothes are covered in patches, they should still be clean and presentable. It is a form of respect you show yourself when you're out and about.
If I ever get the chance, I hope I can introduce her to you.
Lastly, thanks to your skilled hands, I was able to meet my business partner in a well-stitched coat.
Mr. Midas
Second Letter
Marguerite
It's a little strange how I've found myself losing focus on the task at hand.
When I'm eating, driving, or just listening to the gramophone, you always seem to pop up in my mind like a stock code.
It's funny how I've gotten a so childish lately.
I asked about your location just so I could pretend I ran into you by coincidence.
I'm also amazed at how much I've been talking lately.
When I'm with you, I have the patience to talk about things I once thought were trivial, and listen for your response.
It's amazing how different things are when you are with someone you actually care for.
Gary Reno
Third Letter
Marguerite
I am not the type of person to reminisce about the past or wonder about the future. My focus is on how to live pragmatically in the present.
But things changed after I met you.
I imagined us living in a house with a yard, a golden retriever and a tabby cat.
In winter, when it's snowing, the fireplace would burn brightly and fill the entire house with the smell of pine wood.
The cat would be sleeping on your workstation as you come up with new designs. The dog would be lying next to my feet as I read the newspaper on the couch.
When it's time for dinner, I would prepare beef stew. Feel free to help me with it if you have the time. Both the cat and the dog would rub against our legs when they're happy to see us.
Wouldn't it be nice if such a future were possible?
Gary
Character Relic[]
Gary's Relic is the Crystal Cup. Starting at Goodwill Lv. 5, you will receive a copy of his relic/shard every time his Goodwill levels up.
Expand to see Relic info.
Crystal Cup
Rarity: 
Scene Tag: 
Style: 
- Level 1 Style Scores: 273
- Style Scores will increase by 22 points each time the level is raised
Skill: Treasured Memories
- Add 24.0% to the base score of Bracelet item.
- This percentage will rise when players "Enhance Skill"
- Wear 3 item(s) from the same clothing set, and the base score for Grand and Gentle items will increase by 1.6%.
- This percentage will rise when players "Enhance Skill"
Awaken: Awakening will increase both Style Scores by 1,300 points
Description: Time never stops for anyone. Stories accumulate as years go by, and he's learned to let go, holding on to only his most treasured memories.
Chapter Appearances[]
| Disclaimer: The following section contains spoilers for Trendy Times. Please proceed with caution. |
The following lists show all the stages in which Gary appears, but do not detail what happens. This section could be considered a minor spoiler, so proceed with caution.
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
- Trendy Times: 2-1 Identity Crisis
- Trendy Times: 2-5 A New Beginning
- Trendy Times: 2-10 Brave the Storm
- Trendy Times: 2-11 Where the Heart Lies
- Trendy Times: 2-12 Match Made in Heaven
- Trendy Times: 2-15 Bright Future
- Trendy Times: 2-17 A Day to Remember
- Trendy Times: 2-18 Before the Storm
- Trendy Times: 2-19 The Storm
- Trendy Times: 2-20 Truth Unraveled
- Trendy Times: 2-21 Next Stop (Determinant)
Gary's Story[]
| Disclaimer: The following section contains spoilers for Trendy Times. Please proceed with caution. |
The following segments detail Gary's story throughout Trendy Times. This section is nothing but spoilers. Read at your own risk.
Before the Story
Gary was born in a poor family, and had to work from a very young age, eventually learning how to barter in order to make ends meet for his family. He had a sister named Doris and a mother named Irene, with his father having passed away early on in his life. Gary would eventually put his bartering skills to use in the stock market in order to support his family. However, some eighteen years before the story, Doris was murdered and Irene soon developed Alzheimer's disease, and would be stuck in the past for the rest of her life, leaving Gary alone to fend for himself and his mother ever since. He eventually decided to make use of some of the money earned from stock trading to build nursing homes, to ensure that patients like his mother would be properly taken care of at zero cost.
As a result of making a name for himself in the stock trading industry, Gary eventually became known by the nickname of "Mr. Midas". He would also become the financial advisor of Michel Fontaine, chairman of the Fontaine clothing company.
Chapter 1 (TBA)
Chapter 2 (TBA)