Douma doesn't get much credit as he should, he's a counter to all demon slayers, besides sun breathers.
His frost alone will Slow the breathing techniques of all hashiras, they won't be able to activate their mark, there won't be any red blade and STW.
Base Tengen would have died fighting Gyutaro, if not for Kamaboko Squad stalling time for him to deal with the poison. (He also one of the stronger Hashiras, like top 4-5 in BASE)
Base Muichiro got packed by Gyokko, saved by plot (Kotaro).
So now, Imagine all of his clones, who obviously don't have his full power, but how will they handle the clones without their marks? Obviously someone of Gyomei's caliber and possibly Sanemi will find a way, but even if they deal with them, I bet half of them would have died. Now even if all the clones are dead, that's not his full power, there is still the Buddha Statue, there is no way they would beat that!
Thoughts?
Of course, if they had good preparations and knew about his BDA, there definitely could be a way to avoid not being able to use the mark and win.

1)kobeni should have died instead of angel and angel should have been the one to give denji that talk at the end of part 1 since it would be more thematically relevant and more appropriate
2) i think angel's character "arc" was one of the worst things in part 1 since it pretty much didn't have a proper conclusion at all it was building up to nothing , He just died without resolving his country mouse city mouse dilemma , he honestly feels like a plot devise to give aki and us the audience exposition about hell , csm and to reveal makima's true nature
3) i think yuko and himeno's death weren't done well at all and they feel like just plot devices to develop other characters like aki and asa himeno's death wss only sad to me the first time because of how shocking it was since I thought she would play a more major role but after a reread I didn't feel sad at all as her death feels forced and kinda cheap like it was trying so hard to make you sad I felt more sad for aki when he was crying at the hospital than her death lol, and yuko I straight up didn't care about her death at all , honestly I was more sad for asa than anything
4) control devil arc had the worst pacing in the entire manga , even tho it had some of the best moments in the entire series the pacing makes it feels disjointed and doesn't feel like it flows well at all
5)I didn't feel sad at power's first death at all because of how much of an asshole she was before and I only felt sad because denji yet again lost another member of his family tho her second death actually made me feel bad for her
6) katana man has the best devil design in the entire series
7) the reveal that makima was groomed by the Japanese government kinda made her way less intimidating and threatening in reread since now I just can't see her more than a public safety dog , i wish we got a line from kishibe of makima eventually taking over public safety and Japanese government's control over her back firing on them since it would make makima threatening again
8) makima ,kobeni and yoshida have the worst fucking fans that they actually make me dislike the characters

Owarino Last are an alien and Supreme Leader of the Stars from the Lastaroid who are currently traveling to Earth for the purpose of studying human culture. Because their spaceship will take a while to reach the solar system, they decided to become a Virtual YouTuber in the meantime. They enjoy hosting gaming, chat, singing streams, and occasionally something different.
They have the appearance of a tall human with an androgynous-like body, pale skin, a slim figure, long, multicolored hair with a black color outside and a gradient purple inside that reaches their knees, and a heterochromia with the left eye being red and the right eye being emerald green in color, which is covered by an emo bang. Owarino Last has a cheerful and charismatic leadership persona and are aiming for the top of the world. They have respect for humans, who are also dedicated to fulfilling their dreams. As a seasoned monarch, they are very talkative, to the point of being self-conscious about it. Despite being the most powerful being in their homeworld, they are kind and dislike violence. Smart and adventurous, they like solving puzzles, discovering hidden secrets, and challenging themselves with something new. Views themselves as cool and are surprised when someone calls them cute. Has a bit of a tsundere side to them.

"Guys? I'm the new Blue Ranger! Isn't that cool or what?"
It wasn't.
After Rocky was injured practicing for a martial arts contest to save a youth centre, he was visited by one of the kids that would've been greatly affected by its closing, a twelve year old called Justin. Hiding under his bed as Rocky's other friends arrived, he learned that they were the true identities of the Power Rangers. And with a new threat on the horizon, two former Rangers being captured, and their current Blue Ranger out of commission, both Rocky and Zordon agreed to give Justin the newly unveiled power. After this event, for some reason it was decided that Justin would retain this position, making him the full time Blue Turbo Ranger.

Legend

Unmarked - Power Rangers Turbo
M - Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie
IS - Power Rangers In Space

Unmorphed

• Staggers a monster with a kick
• Kicks a foe back
• Flips an alien with a kick
• Kicks a monster a distance away
• Kicks a large creature similar in height to the grown Power Rangers back into the air, knocking two others over^M
• Hit by the Yellow Turbo Ranger morph when it was stolen and animated by an alien
• Struck by energy

Blue Turbo Ranger

"Shift into turbo! Mountain Blaster turbo power!"

Strength

Striking

• Punches an enemy away^M
• Strikes back two foes at once
• Kicks a monster away
• Sends a monster flying back with a jump kick
• Breaks a sword with a kick

Other

• Leaps down a set of outside steps
• Backflips up a storey

Durability

Blunt Force

• Thrown into a tree
• Sent flying by a monster's pizzas
• Struck away by a monster^M
• Hit by a monster's car
• Seemingly hit off of a giant monster fire truck's ladder by a water tower

Other

• Leaps down a set of outside steps
• Exploded off of a cliff
• Blasted out of the Turbo Megazord
• Blasted away by the explosion from a giant enemy's energy beam
• Hit by a giant monster's electricity which creates an explosion
• Baked into a pizza, seemingly for ten minutes
• Is in the Command Centre as it's blown up

Speed

• Jumps onto a sword as it's stabbed at him

Equipment

Auto Blaster

• Releases a beam which slowly cuts through a metal pipe when they're shrunk down
• Breaks metal holding the Space Rangers chained in the air^IS
• A sustained beam from all the Ranger's blasters, plus the Phantom Ranger's weapon, destroys rubble
• Vaporizes instruments with a single blast each, including a full drum kit
• Has a turbo mode which release stronger blasts

Turbo Navigator

• Carries around a Turbo Navigator which automatically detects the presence of anything extra-terrestrial
  • Reacts to a detonator being placed nearby
• Can be converted into a weapon which shoots homing bolts, curving in the air to hit insects
  • Hits an invisible enemy from an incredible distance away

Other

• The morphers can teleport onto their wrists
• Can summon the Turbo Hand Blasters, which shoots energy blasts^M
  • These can be delivered by a small vehicle instead, which can join together with all of the Turbo Ranger's turbo weapons to release a single powerful attack
• Can summon karts to drive in

Mountain Blaster Turbozord

• Rams away another vehicle
• Fine after the boat it's in explodes, and drives on water^M
• Can shift between being the size of a regular vehicle and giant^M
• At least the Red Ranger's Turbozord be summoned directly beside him
• Can seemingly be driven while he's unmorphed^M

Siren Blaster Rescuezord

• Drives up a ramp to hit a giant monster in the mouth before getting struck away, riding back down a ramp
• Can transform into a bipedal form and back at a moment's notice, taking a monster's tail slam before doing so
  • Jump kicks a monster back
  • Gets electrocuted
  • Releases an energy attack

Storm Blaster

A sentient, alien car which Justin drives.
Physicals

• Hits over an enemy with its door before trapping the leg of another as they try to climb in
• Rams a monster a large distance away
• Falls a large distance
• Hit by giant propelled sawblades
• Takes a hit from a blade which cuts through metal
• Dodges energy beams while in space^IS

Abilities

• Extends the seatbelt to pull a person in, then launches a magnetic winch from the front to another car flying overhead, using it to be pulled into the air
  • Uses this winch to grapple a flying enemy, preventing them from escaping
• Fires an energy beam^IS
• Can fly^IS
  • Flies through space^IS

Other

• Holds a spare Turbo Morpher for Justin^IS

Other

• The headlamps on the suit work^M
  • These can create a special light to reveal a type of alien's footprints

Other

Strong Justin

In the episode Little Strong Man, a bite from a mutated ant made Justin 100x as strong as he should be for his size, but at the cost of not being able to morph.

• Flicks an enemy across a street
• Catches a mook's punch, lifts them into the air with one hand, then causes them to spin repeatedly
• Pulls off a pair of wooden doors
• Throws a shot put a large distance
• Clears a long jump pit
• Jumps over a pole vault bar without a pole

Other

• Somehow makes multiple flip kicks in a single jump
• Became the technical advisor to a track and field team
• Completes his placement test with an hour remaining, and gets called a prodigy that's welcomed into Angel Grove High when marked

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Plot summary : Police Lt. Leonard Diamond of the 93 Precinct is obsessed with finding evidence against hoodlum Mr. Brown and unsuccessfully exceeds the budget after four years of investigation with his partner, Detective Sam Hill. Police Capt. Peterson orders him to stop the investigation, saying that his obsession is personal since he has fallen in love with Brown's mistress Susan Lowell. But Susan tries to commit suicide and Diamond convinces his chief to follow one last lead, the name Alicia babbled by Susan in the hospital. The powerful Mr. Brown is mad with Diamond's investigation and sends his gangsters Joe McClure, Fante and Mingo to try to stop Diamond. But the reluctant lieutenant insists in his pursue and the criminals decide to kill him. However, they murder Diamond's lover Rita by mistake. Now Diamond's is out for revenge and he will not stop until Mr. Brown is brought to justice.

One of my PCs is playing his wizard character as mad for magical power. We're in Dragon Heist, which has strong demonic parts to it, so I wanted to create a situation where he's tempted by a fiend.
Mechanically, though, Charisma is the character's dump stat and first level Warlock is pretty underwhelming. He wouldn't want to straight up multiclass--this is really just for narrative flavor. I also don't want to over level his character by giving him a free level in something (they're Level 4).
How can I use some of the parts of the Warlock class to create a tempting offer to the player? I was thinking of offering him some of the spells in the Fiend pact plus maybe an invocation?
Any thoughts for what I can offer him that won't be too OP? The narrative I can handle, but I'm looking for help with the right mechanical balance...

Let's assume that Avowed will have playable races like other Pillars of Eternity games, and that the races will be the same available as in other games that take place in Eora. These would be:
Humans: "Humans (commonly called "folk") are the most common race in the Dyrwood, the Aedyr Empire, Old Vailia, and the Vailian Republics. Though not as large as the towering aumaua, humans are known for their strength and willpower"
Aumaua, the tall, webby-handed coastal people: "The mighty Aumaua are the largest of the kith races and are commonly found in or near oceans. Though not truly aquatic, they have an affinity for water and many of their civilizations, such as Rauatai, are based on naval dominance. They are known for their unparalleled strength."
Dwarves, mighty explorers: "By virtue of land covered and number of colonies settled, dwarves are the most well-traveled race in the world. They are commonly found in the Dyrwood, the Vailian Republics, and almost any colonized land. Dwarves are known for their great strength and tenacity."
Elves, the secluded and intelligent ones: "Elves are the dominant race in Eir Glanfath and The White that Wends and are extremely common in the Dyrwood and Aedyr. Elves are known for their speed and intelligence as well as a commonly isolationist nature."
Orlan, the large-eared, tiny wild people: "Orlans are the smallest of the kith races, though many cultures don't consider them to be civilized at all. Also notable for their large ears, two-toned skin, and hirsute bodies, Orlans are commonly found in Eir Glanfath, the Ixamitl Plains, and parts of the Dyrwood. They are known for their mental intensity and quickness."
Godlike, those born with divine characteristics which may include elemental aspects, animal creatures, etc: "The godlike are children of the kith ("civilized" races) who have been blessed with physical aspects associated with the gods (though some do not consider it a blessing). These aspects may take many forms and often come with mystical powers. Aberrant head shapes are typical, and godlike are unable to wear protective headgear as it is near-impossible to find anything that fits. Because of their unusual nature and their inability to reproduce, godlike are often viewed with fear and wonder."

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Rhaenyra's War Council & the Golden Company's

One of the things I love doing is looking at different parallels in the series between similar events. With the First/Second Dance of the Dragons we have some extremely similar wording in war planning.

Phrasing

A similar post if interested: Repetition of Wording/Phrasing by GRRM
Rhaenyra's War Council during the First Dance

We have friends in the riverlands,” the prince said, “though not all of them dare show their colors yet. We need a place where they can gather, a toehold on the mainland large enough to house a sizable host, and strong enough to hold against whatever forces the usurper can send against us.” He showed the lords a map. “Here. Harrenhal.”

and:

“We do not have the strength to take King’s Landing by storm,” Prince Daemon said, “no more than our foes could hope to capture Dragonstone. But Aegon is a green boy, and green boys are easily provoked. Mayhaps we can goad him into a rash attack.” The Sea Snake would command the fleet, whilst Princess Rhaenys flew overhead to keep their foes from attacking their ships with dragons. Meanwhile, ravens would go forth to Riverrun, the Eyrie, Pyke, and Storm’s End, to gain the allegiance of their lords. -Fire & Blood I, The Dying of the Dragons: The Blacks and the Greens

The Golden Company during their invasion

Laswell Peake rapped his knuckles on the table. “Even after a century, some of us still have friends in the Reach. The power of Highgarden may not be what Mace Tyrell imagines.” -ADWD, The Lost Lord

and:

And whilst they dither, we will send out word secretly to likely friends in the stormlands and the Reach. And Dorne.”

Proof to the Realm

Similar to how Rhaenyra's sons use their dragons to show their power to the realm (well at least the plan was, before Vhagar):

Then up spoke the queen’s eldest son, Jacaerys. “We should bear those messages,” he said. “Dragons will win the lords over quicker than ravens.” His brother Lucerys agreed, insisting that he and Jace were men, or near enough to make no matter. “Our uncle calls us Strongs, but when the lords see us on dragonback they will know that for a lie. -Fire & Blood I, The Dying of the Dragons: The Blacks and the Greens

if Young Griff remained hidden behind walls/letting others do the fighting for him, it would be much easier for his enemies to write him off as just some pretender:

“Connington may have more than the Golden Company. It is said he has a Targaryen pretender.”
“A feigned boy is what he has,” said Randyll Tarly. -ADWD, Epilogue

and:

"He did, actually," the prince said, "but I won't. Harry's an old maid, isn't he? You have the right of it, my lord. I want the attack to go ahead … with one change. I mean to lead it." -ADWD, The Griffin Reborn

but instead similar to the Young Wolf/Young Dragon, he means to lead attacks not sit behind walls. With Young Griff (Aegon VI) out smashing his enemies in the field, he will serve as some "proof" (at least until Dany shows up). If he is indeed a Blackfyre that makes it even better imo since they are indeed Strongs.
If interested: Thoughts, Theories and Parallels on The Dance of the Dragons II
TLDR: Just some parallels on the phrasing between Rhaenyra's War Council in the First Dance and the Golden Company's invasion in A Dance with Dragons. The potential way the boys (Strongs/Young Griff) are used is quite similar as well.

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In my TED talk on growth and globalization I said:
If China and India were as rich as the United States is today, the market for cancer drugs would be eight times larger than it is now. Now we are not there yet, but it is happening. As other countries become richer the demand for these pharmaceuticals is going to increase tremendously. And that means an increase incentive to do research and development, which benefits everyone in the world. Larger markets increase the incentive to produce all kinds of ideas, whether it’s software, whether it’s a computer chip, whether it’s a new design.
…[T]oday, less than one-tenth of one percent of the world’s population are scientists and engineers.The United States has been an idea leader. A large fraction of those people are in the United States. But the U.S. is losing its idea leadership. And for that I am very grateful. That is a good thing. It is fortunate that we are becoming less of an idea leader because for too long the United States, and a handful of other developed countries, have shouldered the entire burden of research and development. But consider the following: if the world as a whole were as wealthy as the United States is now there would be more than five times as many scientists and engineers contributing to ideas which benefit everyone, which are shared by everyone….We all benefit when another country gets rich.
A recent piece in the FT illustrates:
AstraZeneca’s chief executive returned from a recent trip to China exuberant about an “explosion” of biotech companies in the country and the potential for his business to deliver drugs discovered there to the world….Many drugmakers are tempted by China’s large, ageing population, which is increasingly affected by chronic diseases partly caused by smoking, pollution and more westernised diets….the opportunity lies not just in Chinese patients, but also in the country’s scientists. “The innovation power has changed,” said Demaré. “It is no more ‘copy, paste’. They really have the power to innovate and put all the money in. There’s a lot of start-ups and we are a part of that.”
As I concluded my talk:
Ideas are meant to be shared,one idea can serve the world.One idea, one world, one market.
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Hello everyone!
Recently I've been reading the WN of TsukiMichi, and while I do think the translations are passable, I don't think they could be considered all that good, especially from the perspective of a native English speaker.
I will iterate though, that I respect Reigokai for everything he has done, and I am quite grateful to even be able to experience the web novel in any form or fashion.
Carrying onto the main point of this post, whilst I do enjoy the web novel, I was curious what it may look like if the translations were a bit more natural and free flowing.
I am no writer, but I decided to try my hand at reviewing and revising a couple chapters at the beginning of the WN just to see how much of a difference it might make.
I should mention that the revisions were simply made to the material provided by Reigokai, I built upon whatever he had translated, and did not refer to the original work. I can't read enough Japanese to be able to directly translate after all. I simply tried to infer the meaning from what was already presented in the web novel, and make it a little more clear.
I would love to get others opinions on my revisions and what you think in comparison to the original.Any form of constructive criticism would be welcome!
For example, did I take too much creative liberty in redescribing some situations, did I fluff it up too much, are there any changes you think were unnecessary or detract away from the experience?
On top of that do you think I should continue? It's honestly quite time consuming to do this, so I don't know if I will, but it was enjoyable for what it's worth so I may if I feel like it!
While reading you may find a couple of grammatical errors and such, I hope you won't mind!
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TL;DR: I revised two chapters of the TsukiMichi WN and would appreciate constructive feedback.
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Prologue: This is the beginning of the autumn sky
I woke up, made breakfast, and in the meantime prepared my lunchbox.
I left for school, then went to club for morning practice.
Finishing up my club’s morning practice, I headed to class.
Once that was finished, I once again went back to club in the afternoon.
After hanging out with my friends in club, I went back home.
I took a bath, and then I changed.
I enjoyed some time with my family, and then I rested.
In the late nights of autumn, I read books, played games, and surfed the web.
Finally, I slept.
That’s all I did.
There might have been something in between the lines, but that’s not particularly important.
“That’s why it’s strange... Why I am not asleep in the comforts of my own home!?”
That’s right... without a doubt... I’m somewhere else.
I don’t exactly know where, but here I am.
In a square room that looks as if stars were printed on the walls and floor.
In order to better assess my situation, I went around inspecting the room.
I was concerned by the fact that there was no obvious exit present.
On top of that, ever since I got here, I haven’t felt the presence of anything or anyone else.
Currently, I am entrusting my back to a corner of the room, while I ponder my situation.
“You are extremely calm considering your circumstances, huh.”
“?!”
A voice...
There’s definitely nothing present in this room, yet I’m certain I heard a loud voice.
Looking around, I saw that nothing in the room had visibly changed.
The voice continued.
“Once I projected my voice, you immediately began searching your surroundings attempting to comprehend the current state of affairs. Simultaneously, you remained vigilant as you endeavored to organize your thoughts, huh?”
“Who are you?”
If all I could hear was a voice, it seemed my best option was to attempt to communicate with it.
“If I said I was a god, would you believe me?”
“Absolutely not.”
Does this voice have a screw loose?
“That is quite unfortunate.”
“Well, I will now transport you to a REALLY good parallel world. I should mention, it is a one way trip so you will not be able to return to your original world.”
“Wait! Wait! Wait! Wait!”
What kind of nonsense is this thing spewing so nonchalantly?!
“In regards to what you will be tasked to do, you should ask the one who is in charge of that place when you arrive.
“With that now explained, I am sorry but I need you to sign off on this.”
“Like hell I’m going to do that!”
As I anticipated, my voice became violent. I mean, It’s a given! it’s obvious! Who would just accept this situation like that?!
“Oh? You don’t want to? That’s weird... I was told you would be going.”
The voice seemed troubled.
There’s a limit to jokes! I have in absolutely no way, heard about this beforehand!
“I’m not lying! I haven’t been told a thing about this! Okay? Moreover, what kind of idiot would just willingly accept the concept of another world?! The fact that we’re even talking about this is just plain weird!”
I attempted to explain my side of the story with all my available might.
“Huh, it seems as if it truly was not you. I apologize, I seem to have made a mistake.”
I breath a sigh of relief.
“I appreciate your apology, but are you going to bring me back home?!”
I still have yet to return to my original tone of voice.
My current tone may not be threatening, but it’s definitely not polite either.
I mean, who’s going to blame me? This is a completely ridiculous situation. It’s definitely not my fault.
“Of course I will.”
That’s what the voice said.
With that, I breathe another sigh of relief.
I’m so glad. It’s a ‘voice’ that can be reasoned with.
Usually, in a standard template scenario like this, this is the part where the voice would say ‘I’m sorry’, ‘it’s impossible’, or ‘oh well, try your best’ and would simply toss you out to fend for yourself.
Maybe you’d even be given the guy who tells you ‘You’re already dead’ and, without hearing any complaints, throws you out to fend for yourself in another world.
That’s what I thought would happen but...
I’m saved ~
“Well, I am extremely sorry… if that is truly the case, then as an alternative it must be either your younger or older sister.”
I retract everything I just said. This guy just said something that can’t be passed off as a joke.
It said it in a nonchalant way, but those were words I absolutely cannot let slip by.
“Hey... could you repeat yourself one more time?”
“Hm? If you are not the one to be chosen, that means one of your sisters must be. ”
“Don’t give me that shit!”
“If you touch my sisters, I’ll make sure you live to regret it!”
They’re out there, living their own lives to the fullest!
There’s no way they’d be able to just accept this situation!
The audacity! Without even an ounce of care in its voice, this thing says it’ll just whisk one of the two away!
Don’t mess with me!
“For the sake of confirming, you are indeed the Misumi family’s eldest son, Misumi Makoto-kun, correct?”
Why does it know my name?
“The kids of the Misumi household should have already been told of this matter. At least, that is what I was told. Is this not correct?”
The voice seemed even more troubled now then it did before.
I was a bit surprised by this. Although it kidnapped me out of nowhere, it still tried its best to respect my will.
Everything being considered…
“Well, for the time being, could you at least tell me your name?”
That’s right. I’m still somehow managing not to fall into a complete panic, but it’s not as if I’m extremely calm either.
The best way to put it would be, I’m composed. I have to settle down a bit.
Even now, I still don’t even know the identity of the voice.
“?? Oh yeah of course, you are quite right. I apologize for not having introduced myself sooner. I am called Tsukuyomi.”
“I see, Tsukuyomi. Tsukuyomi… Tsukuyomi?!”
“Oh? Do you know of me? I see you are quite knowledgeable.”
“You don’t mean, Tsukuyomi of the three Shinto gods, do you? That Tsukuyomi no Mikoto?!”
“Oooh, yes, that would indeed be correct. Although, compared to the other two, I am nothing but a minor character.”
I mean, that’s true. Even considering that though, he’s still a big shot.
I like myths and history (though only a bit), henceforth why I know of him.
If what the voice is saying is true, then he is quite the character.
“Why is it that the Tsukuyomi-sama knows of me?”
Let’s begin with the thing I understand the least. I don’t understand why I was chosen to travel to another world.
“…”
“I see, you really don’t know anything. Alright, I will tell you.”
Everything I was told from that point on, I honestly couldn’t get a grasp on it.
I was in a pretty fortunate position compared to those who are suddenly called to another world, get lost, or get reincarnated—or at least that’s what I had thought.
Prologue 2: The farewell gift is a secret
To summarize what Tsukuyomi-sama said to me, it goes something like this.
The reason for the transportation and procedure had all been explained to me.
Basically, my parents themselves were originally residents of this aforementioned other world.
When I was young, I was told that my grandparents had already died and that we didn’t have connections with any of our other relatives but… to think that this was the reason why.
In order to come to our current world, for one reason or another, they made an agreement with the god of that other world.
That’s what seems to have triggered my current situation.
That’s to say, the condition the god gave them was ‘one day, I will take that which is most important from you’.
Is that guy the devil?!
It seems my parents agreed to that condition.
Now that I think about it all three children of my family (myself include) were taught how to do domestic chores, as well as made to learn some sort of martial art.
To think that that was preparation for this of all things! All for the purpose of possibly being shipped off to another world at any time!
No no no, don’t joke around. My parents never told me anything about another world!
Well, to be fair, even if they had told me, I’d probably look at them as if they were a bunch of crazy people.
My father is a writer that specializes in making fantasy novels that are oddly realistic and hold a lot of presence.
Though, to think that that was because he had actually experienced the real thing is a little mind boggling.
In one of his works, he intricately detailed the flavors of a dragon steak, and the comforts of sleeping in a stable, both of which were especially moving moments.
The world that I’m going to now is that same magic filled fantasy world.
It seems that I’m going to be sent to that world with power that surpasses that of my peers. Due to various reasons, the people that are transferred over from my world are all incredibly strong.
In a sense, it’ll be as if I’ve been released from extremely heavy clothing.
It’s not like I’ll be given immortality though, so I can still suffer fatal wounds. At least, I’ve been warned of such.
Judging by what Tsukuyomi-sama has said, it seems that even just living in my world is a feat in and of itself.
Not only is there practically no magical power, the Gods’ divine protection can barely reach anyone there. It’s a harsh world in comparison to others. That’s the kind of place I’ve been living in up until now, at least, according to Tsukuyomi-sama.
Even though all I’ve done is live my life normally...
How convenient for me.
“I’m extremely sorry for shouting at you. It seems you’ve also had it rough Tsukuyomi-sama.” (Makoto)
Moreover, thinking about the hardships Tsukuyomi-sama must have faced due to being the middle child nestled between the two extraordinary beings that are his elder sister and younger brother...
I felt a flood of emotions when considering his situation. Even now, when he simply tried to do his job, he was shouted at by a person he barely knows.
He’s definitely had it rough so far.
“Well, well, to think your understanding of my own circumstance would be so intricate! How long has it been since I have felt such a blissful feeling? Though, if we are to talk about having it rough, Makoto-dono has it plenty rough himself.” (Tsukuyomi)
To think he even understands my feelings of being the only man wedged in between two sisters! I never thought the day would come, when somebody could sympathize with me so!
Now that I’ve been enlightened to his greatness, if there was ever a Tsukuyomi Mikoto religion, I’d enter it in a heart beat!
Hooray Tsukuyomi-sama!
“Nonetheless, my sisters and I have lived a normal life up until now. We’re way too late in the game to suddenly be told we’ve essentially been living in a wasteland all our lives.” (Makoto)
“Out of all the other worlds out there, yours is certainly the harshest. In the eyes of an otherworlder, it would be like live in the depths of the ocean or living in a sea of lava.” (Tsukuyomi)
“On a separate note, she really is taking her time.” (Tsukuyomi)
We’ve been waiting for the goddess of the other world to come and retrieve me but…
Considering how long she’s taking, it doesn’t seem like that goddess will be coming anytime soon.
It seems that world is a pretty popular place, inhabited by a Goddess and spirits alike.
In what way does that make it popular? I honestly have no clue.
By the way, I’ve already signed whatever it is Tsukuyomi-sama gave me. Of course, only after thoroughly reviewing the conditions and being convinced about it, okay?
After all, if I don’t go, either my older or younger sister would have to go in my place.
I’m extremely troubled by this, you know? Very troubled.
I mean, for one, I won’t be able to play games anymore. In a world where machines don’t exist, I won’t even be able to play something as simple as a mobile game!
I also have to bid farewell to all my manga and novels.
Furthermore, on my computer, there may or may not be a number of things that are 18+. If those get discovered, I have no clue how I would even begin to explain that to my family.
I’m a growing young man! It’s perfectly understandable! Right?!
That’s why I told Tsuki-sama about it, and requested the he clean it up in a covert manner so that my family wouldn’t notice.
This might not come off very well, but aside from my family, I honestly could care less if anyone else knows about it.
Now that I have been cornered, I understand just how tiny I truly am. Though, that’s how I really feel.
However, that isn’t any good.
That’s why I decided to stop being so self-centered. How do I say it? I’m honestly surprised at how much I prioritize myself!
Although, I still wanted to do something about my dark history.
While he did say I can’t return…
If my family who I won’t be able to see again, if they find the materials linked to my inner man…
“I can’t believe our kid had these kinds of hobbies!”(Makoto’s father)
“Even if he’s our child, how unrefined of him!”(Makoto’s mother)
“Onii-chan*, you’re disgusting!” (Makoto’s younger sister) [*Big brother]
“I can’t believe my little brother! Could it be?! Did he look at me with such a lascivious gaze as well?!”(Makoto’s older sister)
“NOOOOOOO!!! STOOOOOOOOOOOP!!!!!” (Makoto)
There’s absolutely no way I could take that! Even just imagining it is enough to make me want to kill myself!
“Do not worry young Mikoto.” (Tsukuyomi)
Tsuki-sama was different. While I was writhing due to the madness found within my heart, and was about to be engulfed by the accumulating negative feelings, he said this to me.
“Everything you have that contains contents of men’s dreams, books, and software, as well as the contents your hard drive; I will make sure to take responsibility of wiping them all from the face of the planet!” (Tsukuyomi)
Tsuki-sama said while nodding reassuringly.
He understood everything... absolutely everything about it...
He truly is a God! He truly is divine! Even if in the eyes of others, he is simply a minor character, he is definitely number one in my heart! You have become the greatest of Gods! The Chief God!
I am impressed by the fact that he knew of advanced technological devices such hard drives.
Honestly though, I’m not thinking too much about stuff like that. I’m just grateful that my potential nightmare has disappeared.
Tsuki-sama and I decided to kill time while waiting for the goddess. We talked about this and that. We talked about things such as society while drinking tea that was pulled out of who knows where.
“By the way, to my understanding in the new world I will have immense physical and magical power but…” (Makoto)
“Yes?” (Tsukuyomi)
“Will I receive something like a special ability? For example, an impenetrable barrier, the demon eye of truth, a Rose Logia, or a heavenly phase?” (Makoto)
I mean, if I have an incredible amount of magic power, there might not be any need. Even so, it’s the dream of any young man to have powers like that.
Normally, there are a lot of people that are given overpowered abilities when they arrive in another world, you know? That’s why I want it too, you know?
I mean, I guess that’s only in fiction though...
From what I’ve heard, there are demi-humans, and even beastkin so even if I’m a little abnormal I shouldn’t be discriminated against.
All that considered, it would be nice if I had one, at least that’s what I thought.
“Of course you will!” (Tsukuyomi)
“Seriously?! What kind? What kind will I get?” (Makoto)
I honestly didn’t think my request could be fulfilled~. You’ll only know if you ask, huh.
“I do not know. I am sorry, but it will be a surprise for when you arrive there. I myself can only go there once, and after that I will be incapable of communicating with you, so I am only going to give you a hint, okay?” (Tsukuyomi)
“Ooh~ I hope it’s something like a blank skill that lets you make any power you want!” (Makoto)
“Nope, that is not the case. I am sorry, but although I am divine, even I have limits imposed upon myself.” (Tsukuyomi)
“??” (Makoto)
“It is said that I am the one who governs the night and the moon, but my real attribute is quite ambiguous. In fact, it may be similar to what you speak of, a ‘blank skill’ of sorts.” (Tsukuyomi)
“That is why I will give you as much of my power as I can. Although, I do not know how it will bud, and what kind of fruit it shall bare. It may even become something you do not desire. For that, I am sorry.” (Tsukuyomi)
Having said that, Tsuki-sama beckons me to come closer.
Following his instructions, I sat beside him. He then placed his hand on me.
I felt something beginning to flow into me. That something went through my spine and then began to circulate throughout my whole body. It then went around to my chest, and began to gather there. Finally it calmed itself.
Is this the blessing he said he would give me?
“I feel something accumulating withing me. Is this what you would call the point of origin?” (Makoto)
“That’s right, you learn fast.”(Tsukuyomi)
“There should be no problems with the perception of your surroundings. When you imagine yourself letting the power out, it should active.” (Tsukuyomi)
“The feeling of releasing the power in the palm of your hands is probably the easiest to understand.” (Tsukuyomi)
“I should mention, it is currently impossible. This place is still technically located in your original world after all.” (Tsukuyomi)
I wanted to give it a try, but Tsuki-sama stopped me while laughing.
“This may be slightly tangential, Makoto-dono, but I should mention even if it is stated in your contract, the goddess of the other world should similarly give you an ability of some sort.
You will be abandoning your current world, of not particularly your own volition, so giving you side-benefits is of course a given.” (Tsukuyomi)
Once again, Tsuki-sama bows his head with an apologetic expression.
“No way, Tsukuyomi-sama! I am nothing but grateful to you. Maybe, just maybe, if I had been sent away without any explanation after rejecting you, and then, the next day, one of my sisters were to disappear, I would’ve regretted it for the rest of my life.” (Makoto)
“Makoto-dono is truly kind… it seems she has finally come.” (Tsukuyomi)
“Finally, huh. We’ve been talking for quite a while. No, more like her tardiness allowed us to do so.” (Makoto)
“You know, if you wanted, I could record all our conversations in a dream pillow. Is this really enough for you?” (Tsukuyomi)
In Tsuki-sama’s hand, there were two letters.
When I asked Tsuki-sama if I could leave anything behind for my family, he gave me a lot of different ways to give them a message in a heartbroken manner. In the end, I decided to go with letters. One was addressed to my parents, and the other to my sisters.
My parents, having come from there, would understand if I told them about the other world, but using that kind of explanation for my sisters would be hard. Therefore, I made two of them. I’ll let my parents decide whether or not to tell my sisters the truth of the matter.
Conversely, I asked if it was possible for me to take anything with me. In response, I was told that he could make some accommodations for it.
I chose various books and writing utensils (ball-pens and mechanical pencils were a no go, so I had to make due with a pencil). I wanted to bring a bit of food too, but for some reason I was denied that privilege as well. There’s are probably numerous laws for the management of worlds. I assume in this case, the preservation of what’s already there, huh.
“Yes, I don’t mind- huh?!” (Makoto)
My body is going transparent? I double checked just to be sure, but half my body has gone transparent?!
“What?! She plans to take you away without even giving me any notice?! What is she thinking, that stupid woman!” (Tsukuyomi)
Tsuki-sama was also panicking. It wasn’t like I was going to die though. I was just being taken away after all, so I felt a bit relieved.
“Makoto-dono, I am sorry! The Goddess that you are about to meet, is quite problematic and troublesome character. It is a given if you are unable to hide your displeasure. But, if you can find it somewhere in your heart, please, overlook her actions.” (Tsukuyomi)
Tsuki-sama is a wise person. He’s probably come into contact with a good number of people in his lifetime.
I smiled while nodding.
I was able to harden my resolve to travel to another world thanks to him, and he managed to make me accept the situation I was given. He chatted with me and helped calm myself.
Those were the words he gave me as I departed, the words from that Tsukuyomi Mikoto.
Even if the Goddess I’m about to meet in this parallel world has a troublesome personality, I will do my best to accept her for Tsukuyomi-sama’s sake.