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[koumystic]

Shinobu's butterfly clip looks like cat ears so Mitsuri's cat-lover ass thinks she is so cute

[alviboi10]

Bandai ville verkligen åt mina pengar när dom gjorde immortal ties figurerna

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[mylou-doodlesworld]

Omg love the idea !

They'r lil goblins, they'r super strong and can fight

what if zoha summoned his drums and they spawned as little guys instead

[tomiexkawakami]

𝑲𝑨𝑳𝑶𝑷𝑺𝑰𝑨

𝙳𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚗 𝚜𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚎𝚛(𝚔𝚗𝚢) 𝚡 𝚃𝚘𝚖𝚒𝚎!𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚛

𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝒏𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒈𝒊𝒓𝒍 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒎𝒆 𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏, 𝑰 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕.

Kibutsuji (name)

(You basically look like Tomie)

Physical age : 17 / 18

Actual age : around 990 - 100

Personality : Basically like Tomie but she is a bit nicer, though she is still confident, despite being the strongest demon along side her brother, she always treats demons normally, she's never been seen upset and/or mad at anyone or anything, despite how she is actually feeling (that doesn't make sense but just go with it🙏😭)

Hc : She has also never consumed a human before, shocking, isn't it... but even if she hasn't, she is still incredibly strong, and no one really can notice she if is a demon because she has no bloodlust.

(Name) has beauty that no human can handle, which leads to men loving her so much they want her to dissappear from this world, and women killing her out of envy.

But of course, she always will return, thats just how It is.

She is very close friends with Daki, as when the young Demoness laid eyes on (name) she immediately wanted to be her best friend.

Muzan cannot read (names)'s mind, so he to could never know what emotion she is experiencing or what she is thinking.

She is also very close with Rui and Kokushibo, Rui sees (name) as an older sister, as she took care of him and treaded him better then any member in his 'family'. For Kokushibo, he is respectful to (name) because of her status and her and Muzan having the same blood, but due to (name) being stubborn and trying to be-friend him, he eventually warmed up to her and considered her as a close friend.

Upper 4 & 5 .... sigh. Gyokko has made very many pots for (name), because the praise he gets from her make him feel confident and good about his precious art, Hantengu however... he... he is fine, I guess.

Hantengu was very convinced that (name) would make fun of his looks because compared to her... he wouldn't be comparable- But to his surprise, (name) was kind to him, and soon enough, he got less scared when he was around her. Key word ; less

Uppermoon 3? He drinks his Respect women juice DAILY, so I can see him being respectful to you like Cockushibo.

At first, he thought you weren't a demon and was confused when you showed up in one of the uppermoon meetings, and was even more shocked that Kokushibo bowed to you to show respect. So after he found about you and your status, he was trying his best to avoid you att all costs, but of course, (name) was too stubborn to let that slide.

Douma, the friendship between you to is kind of difficult tbh, he is very used to being an annoying little fuck so he could get on peoples nerves for fun, but when he tried that with you, nothing happened. He really thought you were serious and cocky like Muzan but, you proved him wrong.

Author's note

Hi!!! I made this chapter to show information about (name) and her relationships with demons and such, I'm thinking about doing this with the demon slayer corps but I kinda just pulled this idea out of my ass and I need to know what I'm doing instead of just writing what pops out of my head...

Anyways- I hope you find this useful!

[muteshortgirl]

When You Have A Panic Attack

Shinobu Kocho-

Recognizing the signs: Shinobu's keen observation skills would allow her to notice the subtle changes in your behavior or body language that indicate you are experiencing a panic attack. She would be attuned to your needs and react quickly to provide assistance.

Creating a safe environment: Shinobu would prioritize creating a safe and calming environment for you. She would guide you to a quiet and comfortable space where you can feel secure, away from any potential triggers or overwhelming stimuli.

Gentle reassurance: Shinobu's soothing voice and gentle demeanor would come into play during a panic attack. She would approach you with a soft and comforting tone, letting you know that she is there for you and that you are not alone. Her words would be reassuring and filled with understanding, instilling a sense of trust and stability.

Focusing on breathing techniques: Shinobu would guide you through deep breathing exercises, helping you regulate your breathing and regain control over your body. She would demonstrate the technique herself, setting an example and encouraging you to follow along at your own pace.

Distraction and grounding techniques: Shinobu understands the importance of redirecting attention during a panic attack. She might engage you in a calming activity or conversation that can help divert your focus from the anxiety-inducing thoughts. This could include discussing your favorite subjects, sharing stories, or even playing a simple fun game.

Physical comfort: Shinobu would offer physical comfort to her lover by providing a gentle touch, such as holding your hand or embracing you if you are comfortable with it. She would be attuned to your boundaries and respect your personal space, making sure that her actions are soothing and non-intrusive.

Post-panic attack support: After the panic attack subsides, Shinobu will continue to provide emotional support and reassurance to you. She would offer a listening ear, encouraging you to share your thoughts and feelings if you are comfortable doing so. Shinobu's kind and empathetic presence would serve as a pillar of support.

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On a radiant afternoon, when cherry blossoms danced delicately in the gentle breeze, you found yourself unexpectedly engulfed by an overwhelming wave of anxiety. Your heart pounded rapidly, your breath turned shallow, and your body quivered with fear. Recognizing your distress with astonishing perceptiveness, Shinobu stepped forward.

Without a moment's hesitation, Shinobu gently clasped your trembling hand in hers, radiating a cool and reassuring touch. She guided you away from the bustling training grounds, navigating through the labyrinthine corridors of the Demon Slayer Corps headquarters, until you reached a secluded haven untouched by the chaos of diligent slayers. Nestled in this serene retreat, hidden from prying eyes, was a corner where tranquility reigned supreme—a sanctuary unspoiled by the rigors of their arduous training. The soft, comforting melody of a nearby babbling brook serenaded the atmosphere, providing a soothing symphony that cocooned their moment of solace.

With utmost tenderness and empathy resonating in her voice, Shinobu spoke to you, her words carrying a reassuring cadence. "You are safe here," she murmured, her eyes brimming with profound understanding."Take deep breaths with me, focusing on the rhythm of your inhale and exhale."

Demonstrating the technique herself, Shinobu's chest gracefully rose and fell, perfectly synchronized with the soothing rhythm. Moved by her tranquil presence, you followed suit, gradually finding stability in your breathing as you harmonized with her serene guidance.

As the tendrils of panic began to loosen their grip, Shinobu shifted her focus to grounding techniques. Engaging you in heartfelt conversation, she shared captivating tales of her encounters with demons, skillfully diverting your attention from the lingering remnants of anxiety.

Within this tender moment, the world seemed to contract, leaving only the two of you enclosed in a protective bubble of solace and understanding. Shinobu's touch provided solace, her gentle embrace extending comfort while respecting personal boundaries. Gratitude and warmth enveloped you, for you now knew that you were not alone in your struggles.

As the minutes stretched into an eternity, the grip of the panic attack gradually loosened, leaving behind a weariness tinged with profound relief. Shinobu remained steadfastly by your side, her unwavering presence a beacon of solace. She listened intently as you poured out the intricate tapestry of your thoughts and emotions, laying bare your fears and uncertainties.

With a tender smile gracing her lips, Shinobu whispered softly, her words carrying a gentle strength. "You possess a resilience beyond measure. You have confronted the demons that dwell both within and without, and you persist in your fight. Remember, I am here, a constant pillar of support for you, forever and always."

Those words resonated with the deepest recesses of your being, igniting a newfound flame of fortitude and unwavering resolve. You understood that Shinobu would forever be your guiding light, an unyielding anchor amidst the tempest, and an unwavering source of boundless love and support.

From that transformative day onward, whenever anxiety dared to ensnare you within its grasp, you knew without hesitation to seek solace in the presence of Shinobu Kocho. With her gentle touch, comforting words, and resolute presence, she would skillfully guide you back to a haven of tranquility, reminding you of the indomitable strength that resides within your very core.

[demonslayerscript]

Episode 24 : Rehabilitation Training / 第二十四話『機能回復訓練(Kino Kaifuku Kunren)』

*Green colored words are only in anime, not in original manga, and we usually call them “ani-ori(anime-original)".

胡蝶しのぶ「出陣ですか？」

Kocho Shinobu “Shutsujin desuka?”

Shinobu Kocho “Are you heading into battle?”

煉獄杏寿郎「ん？胡蝶か。鬼の新しい情報が入ってな。向かわせた隊士が、やられたらしい。一般大衆の犠牲も出始めている。放ってはおけまい」

Rengoku Kyojuro “N? Kochoka. Onino atarashii johoga haittena. Mukawaseta taishiga, yarareta-rashii. Ippan-taishuno giseimo dehajimete-iru. Hottewa oke-nai.”

Kyojuro Rengoku “Is that you, Kocho? We just got some new information about a demon, and the Slayers who confronted him got taken out. We’re losing rank and filers, too, now. We can’t stand by and do nothing!”

しのぶ「十二鬼月でしょうか？」

Shinobu “Juni-Kizuki deshoka?”

Shinobu “Could it be the Twelve Kizuki?”

杏寿郎「恐らくな。上弦かもしれん」

Kyojuro “Osorakuna. Jogen kamo shiren.”

Kyojuro “Most likely, yes it might be a member of the Upper Ranks.”

しのぶ「難しい任務���ようですが、煉獄さんが行かれるのであれば、心��ありませんね」

Shinobu “Muzukashii ninmuno-yodesuga, Rengoku-sanga ikareru-node-areba, shinpai ari-masenne.”

Shinobu “It sounds like a difficult mission, but as long as you’re going, Rengoku, there’s nothing to worry about.”

杏寿郎「胡蝶。あの頭突きの少年を預かって、どうするつもりだ？継子の枠を増やすとか言っていたが、そういう訳でもあるまい」

Kyojuro “Kocho. Ano zutsukino shonen’o azukatte, do suru tsumorida? Tsugukono waku’o fuyasu-toka itte-itaga, so-iu wake-demo arumai.”

Kyojuro “Kocho, what’s your plan taking in that head-butting kid? You said you were going to add more Tsuguko, but I’m sure that’s not the reason.”

しのぶ「別に取って食べたりはしませんから、大丈夫ですよ～」

Shinobu “Betsuni totte tabe-tariwa shimasen-kara, daijobu desuyooo.”

Shinobu “Don’t worry, it’s not as if I’ll gobble him up, all right?”

杏寿郎「それはそうだろう！アッハハハハハ…」

Kyojuro “Sorewa so daro! Ahhahahahaha…”

Kyojuro “Well, of course you wouldn’t!”

しのぶ「お気をつけて」

Shinobu “Okio tsukete.”

Shinobu “Be careful.”

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我妻善逸「い～や～！これ以上飲めないよ！」

Agatsuma Zen’itsu “Iiiyaaa! Kore-ijo nome-naiyo!”

Zenitsu Agatsuma “Nooooo! I can’t possibly take any more!”

神崎アオイ「毎日毎日同じことを！善逸さんが最も重症なんです。早く薬飲んでください！」

Kanzaki Aoi “Mai-nichi mai-nichi onaji koto’o! Zen’itsu-sanga mottomo jusho nandesu. Hayaku kusuri nonde kudasai!”

Aoi Kanzaki “We go through this every single day! You’re the most severely injured, Zenitsu! Take your medicine this second!”

アオイ「まったく…。炭治郎さんのお薬はそちらです」

Aoi “Mattaku… Tanjiro-sanno okusuriwa sochira desu.”

Aoi “Seriously! Tanjiro, your medicine is right over there.”

寺内きよ「どうぞ」

Terauchi Kiyo “Dozo.”

Kiyo Terauchi “Here you go.”

竈門炭治郎「ありがとう。…うん」

Kamado Tanjiro “Arigato. …Un.”

Tanjiro Kamado “Thanks.”

善逸「おい！炭治郎の薬は飲みやすいんだろう？そうだろう？俺と違うんだろう？えこひいきだ、えこひいきだ～！」

Zen’itsu “Oi! Tanjirono kusuriwa nomi-yasuin-daro? So-daro? Oreto chigaun-daro? Eko-hiikida, eko-hiikidaaa!”

Zenitsu “Hey! Tanjiro’s medicine goes down easy, doesn’t it? Right? It’s different from mine, isn’t it? I call favoritism! I call favoritism!”

炭治郎「善逸、病室だぞ、静かにしろ！」

Tanjiro “Zen’itsu, byoshitsu dazo, shizukani shiro!”

Tanjiro “Zenitsu, this is a hospital ward! Pipe down!”

村田「元気そうだな」

Murata “Genki-sodana.”

Murata “You seem to be doing well!”

炭治郎「あっ。あっ、村田さん！」

Tanjiro “A. A, Murata-san!”

Tanjiro “Murata!”

村田「よっ！」

Murata “Yo!”

Murata “Hey!”

善逸「おええ…」

Zen’itsu “Oee…”

炭治郎「大丈夫だったんですか？」

Tanjiro “Daijobu dattan-desuka?”

Tanjiro “Are you all right?”

村田「体が溶ける寸前までいったけど、何とかな。そっちはだいぶ怪我が重いんだって？」

Murata “Karadaga tokeru sunzen-made itta-kedo, nantokana. Socchiwa daibu kegaga omoin-datte?”

Murata “Well, I came this close to getting melted away, but I made it somehow. But I hear you guys got really banged up.”

炭治郎「少し時間がかかるみたいです」

Tanjiro “Sukoshi jikanga kakaru-mitai desu.”

Tanjiro “It looks like it’s going to take some time.”

村田「猪のお前は、喉か。ん？どうしたんだ？こいつ」

Murata “Inoshishino omaewa, nodoka. N? Do-shitanda? Koitsu.”

Murata “And Wild Boar kid, in your case, was it the throat? What’s the matter with him?”

炭治郎「色々あって…そっとしておいてください」

Tanjiro “Iro-iro atte… Sotto shite-oite kudasai.”

Tanjiro “He went through a lot. If you could please let him be…”

村田「だってこいつが元気ないなんて…」

Murata “Datte koitsuga genki nai-nante…”

善逸「炭治郎」

Zen’itsu “Tanjiro.”

Zenitsu “Tanjiro!”

炭治郎「おっ」

Tanjiro “O.”

善逸「誰？その人」

Zen’itsu “Dare? Sono hito.”

Zenitsu “Who’s that person?”

炭治郎「那田蜘蛛山で一緒に戦った村田さん」

Tanjiro “Natagumo-yamade isshoni tatakatta Murata-san.”

Tanjiro “He’s Murata. He fought with us on Mt.Natagumo.”

村田「村田だ。よろしくな。あっ、君、その腕…」

Murata “Muratada. Yoroshikuna. A, kimi, sono ude…”

Murata “I’m Murata! Nice to meet you! Hey, your arm…”

善逸「蜘蛛になりかけて、今も腕と足が短いままで…」

Zen’itsu “Kumoni nari-kakete, imamo udeto ashiga mijikai-mamade…”

Zenitsu “I’m almost got turned into a spider, and my arms and legs are still short…”

アオイ「だからこの薬が必要なんです！」

Aoi “Dakara kono kusuriga hitsuyo nan-desu!”

Aoi “And that’s why you need this medicine!”

善逸「ひいい！だってそれ、不味すぎでしょう！不味いにも程度ってものがあるでしょ！」

Zen’itsu “Hiii! Datte sore, mazusugi-desho! Mazui-nimo teidotte monoga aru-desho!”

Zenitsu “But it tastes so gross! There’s only so much gross a person can take!”

アオイ「腕が元通りにならなくても、知りませんからね！」

Aoi “Udega moto-doorini naranaku-temo, shiri-masen-karane!”

Aoi “Don’t come crying to me if your arms don’t go back to normal!”

善逸「冷たい！その言い方冷たい！」

Zen’itsu “Tsumetai! Sono iikata tsumetai!”

Zenitsu “So cold! That’s such a cold thing to say!”

アオイ「あなたは贅沢なんです。この薬を飲んで、お日様をたくさん浴びれば、後遺症は残らないって言ってるんですよ！」

Aoi “Anatawa zeitaku nandesu. Kono kusuri’o nonde, ohisama’o takusan abireba, koishowa nokora-naitte itterun-desuyo!”

Aoi “You don’t know how good you have it! I mean, if you take this medicine and get lots of sunlight, there’ll be no lasting effects!”

善逸「無～理～！」

Zen’itsu “Muuuriii!”

Zenitsu “I can’t do it!”

炭治郎「あっ」

Tanjiro “A.”

善逸「不味いものは不味いんだからさ～」

Zen’itsu “Mazui-monowa mazuinda-karasaaa.”

Zenitsu “Gross is gross! No two ways about it!”

村田「ハハハ、楽しそうでいいな…」

Murata “Hahaha, tanoshi-sode iina…”

Murata “Looks like fun. Lucky you.”

炭治郎「村田さん？」

Tanjiro “Murata-san?”

Tanjiro “Murata?”

村田「その那田蜘蛛山の一件での子細報告で、柱合会議に呼ばれたんだけど、地獄だった…。怖すぎだよ柱…。なんか最近の隊士はめちゃくちゃ質が落ちてるって、ピリピリしてて皆、那田蜘蛛山行った時も命令に従わない奴とかいたからさ…。その育手は誰かって言及されててさ…俺みたいな階級の者に、そんなこと言ったってさ…あ～あ…」

Murata “Sono Natagumo-yamano ikken-deno shisai-hokokude, Chugo-Kaigini yobaretan-dakedo, jigoku datta… Kowasugi-dayo Hashira… Nanka saikinno taishiwa mecha-kucha shitsuga ochiterutte, piri-piri shitete minna, Natagumo-yama itta-tokimo meireini shitagawa-nai-yatsu-toka ita-karasa… Sono sodatewa darekatte genkyu saretetesa… Ore-mitaina kaikyuno mononi, sonna koto ittattesa… Aaaa…”

Murata “I was summoned to the Hashira Meeting to give my report on the Mt.Natagumo incident. And it was like hell! Those Hashira are way too terrifying! All pissed about how the quality of the newer slayers has gone downhill… Because there were some of us who didn’t follow orders on Mt.Natagumo. And they were like, ‘Who trained them?’ What good would it do to ask someone of my rank anyway?

炭治郎・善逸「ああっ」

Tanjiro, Zen’itsu “Aa.”

村田「柱怖えよ～」

Murata “Hashira koeeyooo.”

Murata “Hashira terrify me!”

しのぶ「こんにちは」

Shinobu “Kon’nichiwa.”

Shinobu “Hello!”

村田「ハッ！柱！胡蝶様！」

Murata “Ha! Hashira! Kocho-sama!”

Murata “Hashira! Lady Kocho!”

しのぶ「こんにちは」

Shinobu “Kon’nichiwa.”

Shinobu “Hello!”

村田「あっどうも、さよなら!!」

Murata “A, domo, sayonara!!”

Murata “Oh hello! Goodbye!”

しのぶ「あらあら、さようなら」

Shinobu “Ara-ara, sayonara.”

Shinobu “Oh my! Goodbye!”

しのぶ「どうですか、体の方は」

Shinobu “Do-desuka, karadano-howa.”

Shinobu “How is your recovery coming along?”

炭治郎「かなり良くなってきてます」

Tanjiro “Kanari yoku natte kitemasu.”

Tanjiro “I think we’re a lot better now.”

しのぶ「ではそろそろ、機能回復訓練に入りましょうか」

Shinobu “Dewa soro-soro, kino-kaifuku-kunren’ni hairi-mashoka.”

Shinobu “Then, let’s have you start your Rehabilitation Training, shall we?”

炭治郎「…機能回復訓練？」

Tanjiro “…Kino-kaifuku-kunren?”

Tanjiro “Rehabilitation Training?”

しのぶ「はい！」

Shinobu “Hai!”

Shinobu “Yes!”

嘴平伊之助「弱クッテゴメンネ…」

Hashibira Inosuke “Yowakutte gomenne…”

Inosuke Hashibira “Forgive me for being weak.”

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善逸（炭治郎と伊之助は、柱のしのぶさんに連れてかれて、機能回復訓練ってのを始めた。しのぶさんっていう人の“音”は独特なんだよな。今まで聞いたことのない感じだ。規則性が��くて、ちょっと怖い。でも、蜘蛛にされた人たちを治療してる時は、女神のようだったな。 みんな泣きながら、しのぶさんのところに行ってたからな。そして、めちゃくちゃ可愛いんだよ。顔だけで飯食っていけそう）

Zen’itsu (Tanjiroto Inosukewa, Hashirano Shinobu-sanni tsurete-karete, kino-kaifuku-kunrentteno’o hajimeta. Shinobu-santte iu-hitono otowa dokutoku-nan-dayona. Ima-made kiita-kotono nai kanjida. Kisoku-seiga nakute, chotto kowai. Demo, kumoni sareta hito-tachi’o chiryo shiteru-tokiwa, megamino yodattana. Minna naki-nagara, Shinobu-sanno tokoroni itteta-karana. Soshite, mecha-kucha kawaiin-dayo. Kao-dakede meshi kutte-ikeso.)

Zenitsu (Tanjiro and Inosuke were taken away by the Hashira, Lady Kocho, and started something called ‘Rehabilitation Training.’ Lady Shinobu’s voice is totally unique. I don’t think I’ve ever heard anything like it. It lacks regularity, and it scares me a little. But when she was treating the people who got turned into spiders, she sure seemed like a goddess. No wonder everyone ran to Lady Shinobu in tears. Not only that, but she’s unbelievably cute! I bet she could make a living on her looks alone.)

→Although it’s translated into “voice” here, the original Japanese is 音(oto: sounds). I think “sounds” is better here since Zenitsu is able to hear not only her voice but various sounds from her body, and he’s talking about such all sounds of Shinobu.

善逸「その可愛い人に、体力を戻すための機能回復訓練へと連れていかれた炭治郎たちが、そろそろ…」

Zen’itsu “Sono kawaii hitoni, tairyoku’o modosu-tamaeno kino-kaifuku-kunren’eto tsurete-ikareta Tanjiro-tachiga, soro-soro…”

Zenitsu “So, this cute lady has taken Tanjiro and Inosuke to Rehabilitation Training to rebuild their stamina. And any minute now…”

善逸「こんな感じで戻って来るんだけど」

Zen’itsu “Konna kanjide modotte-kurun-dakedo.”

Zenitsu “…They’ll be back in this kind of state.”

善逸「おかえり。炭治郎、伊之助。今日はどんな感じだった？」

Zen’itsu “Okaeri. Tanjiro, Inosuke. Kyowa donna kanji datta?”

Zenitsu “Welcome back, Tanjiro, Inosuke! How did it go today?”

善逸「何があったの？どうしたの？ねぇ」

Zen’itsu “Naniga attano? Doshitano? Nee.”

Zenitsu “What happened? What’s the matter? Hey…”

炭治郎「ごめん」

Tanjiro “Gomen.”

Tanjiro “Sorry.”

伊之助「気ニシナイデ」

Inosuke “Kini shinaide.”

Inosuke “Don’t mind us.”

善逸「教えてくれよ!! 明日から俺も少々遅れて、訓練に参加するんだからさ!! い～や～！」

Zen’itsu “Oshiete kureyo!! Ashita-kara oremo sho-sho okurete, kunrenni sanka surun-dakarasa!! Iiiyaaa!”

Zenitsu “You gotta tell me about it! Because I’ll be joining you a little late starting tomorrow! Nooooo!”

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善逸「怖い、怖い、怖い…行きたくないよ～」

Zen’itsu “Kowai, kowai, kowai… Ikitaku-naiyooo.”

Zanitsu “Scary! Scary! Scary! I don’t wanna go!”

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アオイ「それでは、善逸さんは今日から訓練参加ですので、改めてご説明させてもらいますね。まず、あちら。寝たきりで硬くなった体を、あの子たちがほぐします」

Aoi “Sore-dewa, Zen’itsu-sanwa kyo-kara kunren sanka desu-node, aratamete gosetsumei sasete morai-masune. Mazu achira. Netakiride kataku natta karada’o, anoko-tachiga hogushi-masu.”

Aoi “All right, since you’ll be joining us from today, Zenitsu, I’ll explain the process again now. You’ll start over there. Those girls will make your bodies limber again after having been bed-ridden for so long.”

伊之助「ぐわっ！おお……ああ……」

Inosuke “Guwa! Oo……Aa……”

アオイ「次に、反射訓練。湯飲みの中には薬湯が入っています。お互いに薬湯をかけ合うのですが、湯飲みを持ち上げる前に相手から湯飲みを押さえられた場合は、湯飲みを動かせません」

Aoi “Tsugini, hansha-kunren. Yunomino naka-niwa kusuriyuga haitte-imasu. Otagaini kusuriyu’o kake-auno-desuga, yunomi’o mochi-ageru-maeni aite-kara yunomi’o osae-rareta-baaiwa, yunomi’o ugokase-masen.”

Aoi “Next, reflex training. These cups contain medicated water. The objective is to throw that medicated water onto each other, but if your opponent blocks your cup before you can pick it up, you can’t move that cup.”

アオイ「はいっ！」

Aoi “Hai!”

Aoi “Now!”

炭治郎「うっ！」

Tanjiro “U!”

アオイ「もう一度。はいっ！」

Aoi “Mo-ichido. Hai!”

Aoi “Again! Now!”

炭治郎「あっ！」

Tanjiro “A!”

アオイ「そこまで！」

Aoi “Soko-made!”

Aoi “That’s it!”

アオイ「最後は全身訓練です。端的に言えば、鬼ごっこですね。私アオイと、あちらのカナヲがお相手です」

Aoi “Saigowa zenshin-kunren desu. Tantekini ieba, oni-gokko desune. Watakushi Aoito, achirano Kanaoga Oaite desu.”

Aoi “Last up, full-body training. In simpler terms, you’ll be playing tag. You’ll be up against myself, Aoi and Kanao over there.”

伊之助「うう…」

Inosuke “Uu…”

善逸「すみません。ちょっといいですか？」

Zen’itsu “Sumi-masen. Chotto ii-desuka?”

Zenitsu “Excuse me. May I ask you something?”

アオイ「ん？何かわからないことでも？」

Aoi “N? Nanika wakara-nai koto-demo?”

Aoi “Is there something that’s not clear to you?”

善逸「いや、ちょっと。来い、二人共」

Zen’itsu “Iya, chotto. Koi, futari-tomo.”

Zenitsu “No, it’s just… Come on, both of you.”

炭治郎「えっ」

Tanjiro “E.”

伊之助「行かねー」

Inosuke “Ikanee.”

Inosuke “Not going.”

善逸「いいから来いって言ってんだろうがァァァ！！」

Zenitsu “Iikara koitte itten-darogaaaa!!”

Zenitsu “Just shut up and come with me like I said!”

伊之助・炭治郎「うっ！」

Inosuke, Tanjiro “U!”

善逸「オラ！来い、コラァ!! クソ共が!! ゴミ共が!!」

Zen’itsu “Ora! Koi, koraa!! Kuso-domoga!! Gomi-domoga!!”

Zenitsu “Come on! Come on, dammit! You lowlifes! You dirtbags!”

炭治郎「ああ～！」

Tanjiro “Aaaa!”

伊之助「てめえ何しやがる！」

Inosuke “Temee nani shiyagaru!”

Inosuke “What the hell are you doing?”

善逸「クソ～！」

Zen’itsu “Kusooo!”

善逸「正座しろ、正座ァ!! この馬鹿野郎共が！」

Zen’itsu “Seiza-shiro, seizaa!! Kono baka-yaro-domoga!”

Zenitsu “Sit up straight! I said sit up straight! You miserable bastards!”

伊之助「なんダト、テメェ…」

Inosuke “Nandato, temee…”

Inosuke “What did you say?”

炭治郎「伊之助！」

Tanjiro “Inosuke!”

Tanjiro “Inosuke!”

炭治郎「何てことするんだ善逸!! 伊之助に謝れ!!」

Tanjiro “Nante koto surunda, Zen’itsu!! Inosukeni ayamare!!”

Tanjiro “What were you thinking, Zenitsu? Tell Inosuke you’re sorry!”

伊之助「ううう…」

Inosuke “Uuu…”

善逸「ああ？お前が謝れ!! お前らが詫びれ!!! 天国にいたのに地獄にいたような顔してんじゃねぇええええ!!」

Zen’itsu “Aa? Omaega ayamare!! Omae-raga wabire!!! Tengokuni ita-noni jigokuni ita-yona kao shitenja neeeeee!!”

Zenitsu “You guys say you’re sorry! Apologize to me! How dare you act like you’d come back from Hell when you were in Heaven!”

善逸「女の子と毎日キャッキャキャッキャしてただけのくせに、何やつれた顔してみせたんだよ！土下座して謝れよ！切腹しろ～!!」

Zen’itsu “Onna’nokoto mai-nichi kyakkya kyakkya shiteta-dakeno-kuseni, nani yatsureta-kao-shite-misetan-dayo! Dogeza shite ayamareyo! Seppuku shirooo!!”

Zenitsu “All you did was frolic with girls all day, so why did you look so haggard? Get down on your hands and knees and apologize! Commit seppuku!”

炭治郎「何てこと言うんだ!!」

Tanjiro “Nante-koto iunda!!”

Tanjiro “How can you say such a thing?”

善逸「黙れこの堅物デコ真面目が！黙って聞けよ、いいか!? 女の子に触れるんだぞ！体揉んでもらえて!! 湯飲みで遊んでる時は手を!! 鬼ごっこしてる時は体触れるだろうがア��!! 女の子一人につき、おっぱい二つ、お尻二つ、太もも二つついてんだよ！すれ違えばいい匂いもするし、見てるだけでも楽しいじゃろが～い!! うぎゃ～！幸せ!! うわっ、幸せ!!」

Zen’itsu “Damare kono katabutsu-deko-majimega! Damatte kikeyo, iika!? Onna’nokoni sawarerun-dazo! Karada monde-moraete!! Yunomide asonderu-tokiwa te’o!! Onigokko shiteru-tokiwa karada sawareru-darogaaa!! Onna’noko hitorini-tsuki, oppai futatsu, oshiri futatsu, futo-momo futatsu tsuiten-dayo! Sure-chigaeba ii nioimo surushi, miteru-dake-demo tanoshii-jarogaaai!! Ugyaaa! Shiawase!! Uwa, shiawase!!”

Zenitsu “Shut up, you goody-goody, talking forehead! Just shut up and listen, got that? You’re allowed to touch girls! You get to have your bodies massaged! When you play that cup game, you get to touch their hands! When you play tag, you get to touch their whole freakin’ bodies! Each girl has two boobs, one behind and two thighs! They smell so nice when they pass by, and it’s mad fun just to look at them! Heaven! Sheer heaven!”

→I’ve been wondering why it’s “two” in the original line, so I agree that it was changed to “one” in the translation.

伊之助「わけわかんねぇコト言ってんじゃネーヨ！自分より体小せえ奴に負けると心折れるんダ！」

Inosuke “Wake wakan-nee koto ittenja neeyo! Jibun-yori karada chiisee yatsuni makeruto kokoro orerunda!”

Inosuke “Cut the crap! You’re not making any sense! When you lose to someone smaller than you, it destroys your soul!”

善逸「やだ可哀想!! 伊之助女の子と仲良くしたことないんだろ！山育ちだもんね、遅��てるはずだわ！あー可哀想!!」

Zen’itsu “Yada kawaiso!! Inosuke onna’nokoto nakayoku shita-koto nain-daro! Yama-sodachi damonne, okureteru-hazu-dawa! Aaa, kawaiso!!”

Zenitsu “Oh, poor you! Inosuke, you’ve never been chummy with a girl before, right? Right, you were raised in the mountains! No wonder you’re a late bloomer! I feel so sorry for you!”

伊之助「カッチーン！はああ゛――ん!? 俺は子供の雌踏んだことあるもんね!!」

Inosuke “Kacchiiin! Haaaaaaaan!? Orewa kodomono mesu funda-koto aru-monne!!”

Inosuke “Snap! Oh please, I’ve stomped on female kids before!”

善逸「最低だよそれは！」

Zen’itsu “Saitei-dayo sorewa!”

Zenitsu “That’s the worst thing you could do!”

善逸「やだやだやだ、それじゃあモテないわ！」

Zen’itsu “Yada yada yada, sorejaa mote-naiwa!”

Zenitsu “Not good, no good! That’s not gonna get you any girls!”

伊之助「はあ～？女ぐらい��人でも持てるわ！」

Inosuke “Haaa? Onna-gurai nan-nin-demo moteruwa!”

Inosuke “I can get as many girls as I want!”

炭治郎「ハア…」

Tanjiro “Haa…”

善逸「よろしくお願いしま～す！エヘヘヘ…」

Zen’itsu “Yoroshiku onegai shimaaasu! Ehehehe…”

Zenitsu “Please train me well!”

善逸「ハハ、アハハハ…エヘヘヘヘ…エヘヘヘヘ…エヘヘヘヘ…大丈夫、大丈夫～」

Zen’itsu “Haha, ahahaha… Ehehehe… Ehehehe… Ehehehe… Daijobu, daijobuuu.”

Zenitsu “It’s all good! All good!”

伊之助（あいつ、やる奴だぜ。俺でも涙が出るくらい痛いってのに、笑ってやがる）

Inosuke (Aitsu, yaru yatsu daze. Ore-demo namidaga deru-kurai itaitte-noni, waratte-yagaru.)

Inosuke (That guy has what it takes. I’m always fighting back tears from the pain, but he’s laughing.)

アオイ「私がお相手します」

Aoi “Watakushiga oaite shimasu.”

Aoi “I shall take you on.”

高田なほ「始め！」

Takada Naho “Hajime!”

Naho Takada “Begin!”

善逸「俺は女の子に、お茶をぶっかけたりしないぜ」

Zen’itsu “Orewa onna’noko’ni, ocha’o bukkake-tari shinaize.”

Zenitsu “I would never splash tea on a girl.”

善逸「エヘヘヘヘ…」

Zen’itsu “Ehehehehe…”

中原すみ「それでは、全身訓練始め！」

Nakahara Sumi “Sore-dewa, zenshin-kunren Hajime!”

Sumi Nakahara “Now then, full-body training! Begin!”

アオイ「あ…」

Aoi “A…”

善逸「わっしょ～い!!」

Zen’itsu “Wasshoooi!!”

Zenitsu “I win!”

善逸「勝負に勝ち、戦いに負けた!!」

Zen’itsu “Shobuni kachi, tatakaini maketa!!”

Zenitsu “I won the battle but lost the war!”

伊之助「俺もやるぜ！」

Inosuke “Oremo yaruze!”

Inosuke “I’m gonna kick some butt, too!”

炭治郎「わっ！」

Tanjiro “Wa!”

伊之助「シャアア!!」

Inosuke “Shaaa!!”

Inosuke “All right!”

アオイ「うわっ！」

Aoi “Uwa!”

伊之助「エィサアアアア!!」

Inosuke “Eisaaaaa!!”

Inosuke “All right!”

アオイ「痛い!!」

Aoi “Itai!!”

Aoi “Ouch!”

炭治郎（俺だけ負け続けて、ずぶぬれ。恥ずかしい）

Tanjiro (Ore-dake make-tsuzukete, zubu-nure. Hazukashii.)

Tanjiro (I’m the only one on a losing streak and soaked. So embarrassing!)

炭治郎（でも、カナヲには勝てない。誰も、彼女の湯飲みを押さえることはできないし、捕らえることができない）

Tanjiro (Demo, Kanao-niwa kate-nai. Daremo, kanojono yunomi’o osaeru kotowa deki-naishi, toraeru kotoga deki-nai.)

Tanjiro (But… I just can’t beat Kanao. None of us can get to her cup before her or grab it away from her.)

炭治郎（それから五日間、カナヲに負け続ける日々が続く。伊之助も、善逸も、カナヲの髪の毛一本すら触れなかった。そして二人は、訓練場に来なくなった）

Tanjiro (Sore-kara itsuka-kan, Kanaoni make-tsuzukeru hibiga tsuzuku. Inosukemo, Zen’itsumo, Kanaono kaminoke ippon-sura saware-nakatta. Soshite futariwa, kunrenjoni konaku-natta.)

Tanjiro (For the next five days, I continued to lose to Kanao. So did Inosuke… and Zenitsu. We couldn’t so much as lay a finger on a strand of her hair. And then one day, the other two stopped coming to the training room.)

炭治郎「ぜ…善逸？伊之助？」

Tanjiro “Ze…Zen’itsu? Inosuke?”

Tanjiro “Z-Zenitsu? Inosuke?”

炭治郎「お願いします！」

Tanjiro “Onegai-shimasu!”

Tanjiro “Please train me!”

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炭治郎「お疲れさまでした…」

Tanjiro “Otsukare-sama-deshita…”

Tanjiro “Thank you for a good workout.”

炭治郎（なんで俺は勝てないのだろう。俺とあの子の何が違う？まず、反射速度が全然違うんだ。俺が万全の状態でも、多分負ける。匂いからして、まず違う。柱の人たちに近い匂いがする）

Tanjiro (Nande orewa katenaino-daro. Oreto anokono naniga chigau? Mazu, hansha-sokudoga zen-zen chigaunda. Orega banzenno jotai-demo, tabun makeru. Nioi-kara-shite, mazu chigau. Hashirano hito-tachini chikai nioiga suru.)

Tanjiro (Why can’t I beat her? What gives her the edge over me? First of all, her reflexes are way faster. Even if I were 100 percent, I’d probably lose to her. Her scent is totally different. It’s similar to the scent of the Hashira.)

すみ「炭治郎さん」

Sumi “Tanjiro-san.”

Sumi “Master Tanjiro?”

炭治郎（あとは…目か？目が違う気がする）

Tanjiro (Atowa…meka? Mega chigau kiga suru.)

Tanjiro (Also…her eyes? Her eyes are different! It seems.)

すみ「炭治郎さん…あのぅ」

Sumi “Tanjiro-san…Ano.”

Sumi “Master Tanjiro? Um…”

炭治郎「あっ！」

Tanjiro “A!”

すみ「炭治郎さん、大丈夫ですか？何度も声をかけたんですが…」

Sumi “Tanjiro-san, daijobu desuka? Nandomo koe’o kaketan-desuga…”

Sumi “Master Tanjiro, are you all right? We’ve been calling to you over and over.”

炭治郎「ごめん、気づかなくて。どうした？」

Tanjiro “Gomen, kizuka-nakute. Doshita?”

Tanjiro “Sorry! I didn’t hear you. What’s up?”

三人「あ…」

San-nin “A…”

きよ「手拭いを……」

Kiyo “Tenugui’o…”

Kiyo “Here’s a towel for you.”

炭治郎「わぁ！ありがとう、助かるよ！優しいねぇ」

Tanjiro “Waa! Arigato, tasukaruyo! Yasashii-nee.”

Tanjiro “Thanks! That’s a big help! You’re all so kind!”

きよ「あの、炭治郎さんは、全集中の呼吸を四六時中やっておられますか？」

Kiyo “Ano, Tanjiro-sanwa, Zen-Shuchuno Kokyu’o shiroku-jichu yatte-orare-masuka?”

Kiyo “Um, Master Tanjiro, do you maintain the Total Concentration Breathing state around the clock?”

炭治郎「え？」

Tanjiro “E?”

きよ「朝も昼も夜も、寝てい��間もずっと、全集中の呼吸をしてますか？」

Kiyo “Asamo hirumo yorumo, nete-iru aidamo zutto, Zen-Shuchuno Kokyu’o shite-masuka?”

Kiyo “Morning, noon and night. And all through the night while you’re asleep. Do you use the Total Concentration Breathing technique nonstop?”

炭治郎「…やってないです。やったことないです…そんなこと、できるの!?」

Tanjiro “…Yatte-nai-desu. Yatta-koto-nai-desu…Sonna koto, dekiruno!?”

Tanjiro “No, I don’t. I’ve never done that. Is that even possible?”

きよ「はい。それができるのと、できないのとでは、天地程差が出るそうです」

Kiyo “Hai. Sorega dekiru-noto, dekinai-noto-dewa, tenchi-hodo saga deru-sodesu.”

Kiyo “Yes! We’re told that being able to do that makes all the difference in the world!”

炭治郎「全集中の呼吸は、少し使うだけでもかなりきついんだが…それを四六時中か…」

Tanjiro “Zen-Shuchuno Kokyuwa, sukoshi tsukau-dake-demo kanari kitsuin-daga… Sore’o shiroku-jichuka…”

Tanjiro “Even just using that technique for a short time really takes it toll on me, but I should do it around the clock, huh?”

なほ「できる方々はすでにいらっしゃいます」

Naho “Dekiru kata-gatawa sudeni irasshai-masu.”

Naho “Some people have already mastered it.”

すみ「柱の皆さんや、カナヲさんです」

Sumi “Hashirano mina-san’ya, Kanao-san desu.”

Sumi “All of the Hashira and Miss Kanao!”

三人「頑張ってください」

San-nin “Ganbatte-kudasai.”

Three girls “Please work hard at it!”

炭治郎「そうか…!! ありがとう、やってみるよ!!」

Tanjiro “Soka…!! Arigato, yatte-miruyo!!”

Tanjiro “I see! Thanks! I’ll give it a try!”

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炭治郎「そろそろ訓練に出ないか？伊之助」

Tanjiro “Soro-soro kunrenni denaika? Inosuke.”

Tanjiro “Isn’t it about time you came to training, Inosuke?”

炭治郎「ふてくされてへそ曲げても仕方ないだろう。善逸もそろそろ…」

Tanjiro “Fute-kusarete heso magetemo shikata naidaro. Zen’itsumo soro-soro…”

Tanjiro “Sulking and feeling sorry for yourself won’t do you any good. Zenitsu, you should come, too!”

善逸「うん。俺にしてはよくやった！怪我が悪化したって言っといて。そこの隠のお姉さん、お茶でもどうですか～？」

Zen’itsu “Un. Oreni shitewa yoku yatta! Kegaga akka shitatte ittoite. Sokono Kakkushino oneesan, ocha-demo do deuskaaa?”

Zenitsu “Yes! For me, that was a good job! Just tell them my injury’s taken a turn for the worse! Hey, Kakushi lady over there! Would you like to have some tea with me?”

炭治郎「ハァ…」

Tanjiro “Haa…

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炭治郎（全集中の呼吸。朝も昼も夜も、寝ている時もずっと続けてみると言ってみたけど、全っ然できない！できなーい!! 全集中の呼吸を長くやろうとすると、死にそうになるよ。苦しすぎる。肺痛い、耳痛い、耳がドクンドクンしてる。鼓膜…あっ！あーっ！あっ！あっ！あっ、びっくりした――!!! 今一瞬、耳から心臓出たかと思った――!!! 全然だめだ、こんな調子じゃ。困った時は基本に戻れ!! ふがいなし！）

Tanjiro (Zen-Shuchuno Kokyu. Asamo hirumo yorumo, nete-iru-aidamo zutto tsuzukete-miruto itte-mita-kedo, zenzzen dekinai! Deki-naaaai! Zen-Shuchuno Kokyu’o nagaku yaroto suruto, shini-soni naruyo. Kurushi-sugiru. Hai itai, mimi itai, Mimiga dokun-dokun shiteru. Komaku…A. Aaa! A! A! A, bikkuri-shitaaaaaa!!! Ima isshun, mimi-kara shinzo deta-kato omottaaaaa!!! Zen-zen dameda, konna choshija. Komatta Tokiwa kihonni modore!! Fugai-nashi!!””

Tanjiro (Total Concentration Breathing… Morning, noon and night. Even while I’m asleep. I said I’d try to keep it up around the clock. But I can’t do it at all! I can’t do it! If I try to do Total Concentration Breathing longer, it makes me feel like I’m gonna die! It’s too painful! My lungs hurt! My ears hurt! My ears are ringing like crazy! My eardrums! That scared the heck out of me! For a second there, I thought my heart had burst through my ears! I’ll never make it at this rate! When you’re in trouble, go back to basics! You spineless fool!)

炭治郎（呼吸は肺だ。ちゃんとできないということは、肺が貧弱なんだ。頑張れ!! 頑張ることしかできないんだから、俺は昔から。努力は日々の積み重ねだ。少しずつでいい。前に進め!!）

Tanjiro (Kokyuwa haida. Chanto dekinaito iu-kotowa, haiga hinjaku nanda. Ganbare!! Ganbaru koto-shika dekinain-dakara, orewa mukashi-kara. Doryokuwa Hibino tsumi-kasaneda. Sukoshi-zutsude ii. Maeni susume!!)

Tanjiro (Breathing is all about the lungs. If I can’t get the hang of it, that means my lungs are too weak. Work at it! All I can do is work hard! That’s the story of my life! Hard work is the sum of daily efforts! It can be one step at a time! Move forward!)

炭治郎「ハイ!!」

Tanjiro “Hai!!”

Tanjiro “Right!”

きよ「炭治郎さん、毎日頑張ってるね」

Kiyo “Tanjiro-san, mai-nichi ganbatterune.”

Kiyo “Master Tanjiro is working hard every day!”

すみ「うん。おにぎり、持って行ってあげようよ」

Sumi “Un. Onigiri, motte-itte ageyoyo.”

Sumi “Yes! Let’s bring him some rice balls, okay?”

なほ「そうだね、あとは…」

Naho “Sodane, atowa…”

Naho “Good idea! And also…”

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炭治郎「瓢箪(ひょうたん)を吹く？」

Tanjiro “Hyotan’o fuku?”

Tanjiro “Blow into these gourds?”

きよ「そうです。カナヲさんに稽古をつける時、しのぶ様はよく瓢箪を吹かせていました」

Kiyo “Sodesu. Kanao-sanni keiko’o tsukeru-toki, Shinobu-samawa yoku hyotan’o fukasete-imashita.”

Kiyo “That’s right. Whenever she trained Lady Kanao, Lady Shinobu often had her blow into gourds.”

炭治郎「へえー。おもしろい訓練だね���。音が鳴ったりするのかな？」

Tanjiro “Heee. Omoshiroi kunren danee. Otoga nattari suruno-kana?”

Tanjiro “Oh, really? That’s a neat training technique, huh? So, you make some kind of sound?”

きよ「いいえ、吹いて瓢箪を破裂させていました」

Kiyo “Iie, fuite hyotan’o haretsu sasete imashita.”

Kiyo “Oh no. She blew into it to make the gourd explode.”

炭治郎「へえー。破裂…？えっこれ？これを？この硬いのを？」

Tanjiro “Hee. Haretsu…? E kore? Kore’o? Kono katai-no’o?”

Tanjiro “Oh, really? Explode? What? You mean this? Something this hard?”

きよ「はい。しかもこの瓢箪は特殊ですから、通常の瓢箪よりも硬いです」

Kiyo “Hai. Shikamo kono hyotanwa tokushu desu-kara, tsujono hyotan-yorimo katai desu.”

Kiyo “Yes! Not to mention, this is a special kind of gourd, so it’s harder than normal ones.”

炭治郎「そんな硬いのをあんな華奢な女の子が!?」

Tanjiro “Sonna kataino’o anna kyashana onna’nokoga!?"

Tanjiro “A girl that petite was able to do that to something that hard?”

きよ「だんだんと瓢箪を大きくしていくみたいです。今カナヲさんが破裂させているのは、この瓢箪です」

Kiyo “Dan-danto hyotan’o ookiku shite-iku mitai desu. Ima Kanao-sanga haretsu sasete-iru-nowa, kono hyotan desu.”

Kiyo “The gourds get bigger and bigger as you progress. The one that Lady Kanao can explode right now…is this gourd.”

炭治郎「でっか!! 頑張ろ!!」

Tanjiro “Dekka!! Ganbaro!!”

Tanjiro “Giantic! I’ll give it my all!”

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アオイ「今日も休みですか」

Aoi “Kyomo yasumi desuka.”

Aoi “They’re not coming today, either?”

炭治郎「すみません。明日は連れてきます…。すみません」

Tanjiro “Sumi-masen. Ashitawa tsurete-kimasu… Sumi-masen.”

Tanjiro “I’m sorry. I’ll bring them tomorrow. I’m sorry.”

アオイ「いいえ！あの二人にはもう構う必要はありません」

Aoi “Iie! Ano futari-niwa mo kamau hitsuyowa ari-masen.”

Aoi “No. You don’t have to concern yourself with those two anymore!”

炭治郎「頑張ります…。頑張ります！」

Tanjiro “Ganbari-masu… Ganbari-masu!”

Tanjiro “I’ll work hard. I’ll work hard!”

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炭治郎（鱗滝さんに叩き込まれた訓練を行いながら、全集中の呼吸も続ける。山下りをイメージして、屋敷の庭を駆け回る。障害物は全て山の木々の代用品と考える）

Tanjiro (Urokodaki-sanni tataki-komareta kunren’o okonai-nagara, Zen-Shuchuno Kokyumo tsuzukeru. Yama-kudari’o imēji shite, yashikino niwa’o kake-mawaru. Shogai-butsuwa subete yamano kigino daiyo-hinto kangaeru.)

Tanjiro (While throwing myself into the drills that Mr.Urokodaki pounded into me, I’m also maintaining my total Concentration Breathing state. Imagining I’m running down a mountain, I race all around the mansion’s garden! All of the obstacles are stand-ins for the trees on that mountain!)

炭治郎「努力！努力！努力！努力！」

Tanjiro “Doryoku! Doryoku! Doryoku! Doryoku!”

Tanjiro “Hard work! Hard work! Hard work! Hard work!”

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炭治郎（かなり体力が戻ってきた。そして以前よりも走れるし肺も強くなってきたぞ。いい感じだ。昼間は走り回って、速い動きで肺を酷使しているから、今はゆっくり、ゆっくり深く呼吸して、指先まで空気を巡らせる。瞑想は集中力が上がるんだ。鱗滝さんもそう言ってた。鱗滝さん…）

Tanjiro (Kanari tairyokuga modotte-kita. Soshite izen-yorimo hashi-rerushi, haimo tsuyoku natte-kitazo. Ii kanjida. Hirumawa hashiri-mawatte, hayai ugokide hai’o kokushi shite-iru-kara, imawa yukkuri, yukkuri fukaku kokyu-shite, yubi-saki-made kuki’o megu-raseru. Meisowa shuchu-ryokuga agarunda. Urokodaki-sanmo so itteta. Urokodaki-san…)

Tanjiro (I’ve regained most of my stamina. And now, I can run farther than I did before, and my lungs are getting stronger! I’m making good progress! During the day, I run all over the place and put my lungs into overdrive with swift moves. So now, I’ll breathe slow. I’ll take slow, deep breaths and send air all the way to my fingertips. Meditation boosts concentration. Mr. Urokodaki said so himself. Mr. Urokodaki…)

鋼鐵塚「よくも折ったな、俺の刀！」

Haganezuka “Yokumo ottana, oreno katana!”

Haganezuka “How dare you break my sword!”

炭治郎（すみません。今、刀を打ち直してもらってるけど、ほんとに申し訳ないな。集中！集中だ。呼吸に集中!!）

Tanjiro (Sumi-masen. Ima, katana’o uchi-naoshite moratteru-kedo, hontoni moshi-wake-naina. Shuchu! Shuchuda. Kokyuni shuchu!!)

Tanjiro (Please forgive me. They’re reforging my sword for me now, but I’m really, really sorry. Concentrate! You need to concentrate! Concentrate on your breathing!)

しのぶ「もしもし、もしもし…。もしもし、もしもし」

Shinobu “Moshi-moshi, moshi-moshi… Moshi-moshi, moshi-moshi.”

Shinobu “Yoo-hoo! Yoo-hoo! Yoo-hoo! Yoo-hoo!”

Tanjiro “Hai!?”

Tanjiro “Yes?”

しのぶ「頑張ってますね」

Shinobu “Ganbatte-masune.”

Shinobu “I can see you’re working very hard.”

炭治郎「ああ…」

Tanjiro “Aa…”

しのぶ「お友達二人は、どこかへ行ってしまったのに」

Shinobu “Otomodachi futariwa, dokoka’e itte-shimatta-noni.”

Shinobu “Even though your friends went off somewhere…”

炭治郎「あ…」

Tanjiro “A…”

しのぶ「一人で寂しくないですか？」

Shinobu “Hitoride sabishiku-nai-desuka?”

Shinobu “Don’t you feel lonely all by yourself?”

炭治郎「いえ！できるようになったら、やり方を教えてあげられるので！」

Tanjiro “Ie! Dekiru-yoni nattara, yarikata’o oshiete-age-rareru-node!”

Tanjiro “No! Because once I’ve mastered it myself, I can teach them, too!”

しのぶ「……君は心が綺麗ですね」

Shinobu “……Kimiwa kokoroga kirei desune.”

Shinobu “You have a beautiful soul, don’t you?”

炭治郎「ああっ。…あの、どうして俺たちをここへ連れて来てくれたんですか？」

Tanjiro “Aa. …Ano, doshite ore-tachi’o koko’e tsurete-kite-kuretan-desuka?”

Tanjiro “Um… Why did you bring us all here?”

しのぶ「禰豆子さんの存在は公認となりましたし、君たちは怪我も酷かったですしね。それから……君には私の夢を託そうと思って」

Shinobu “Nezuko-sanno sonzaiwa koninto nari-mashitashi, kimi-tachiwa kegamo hidokatta-desushine. Sorekara……kimi-niwa watashino yume’o takusoto omotte.”

Shinobu “Nezuko’s existence has been officially acknowledged, and the three of you were injured so seriously. And also, I’d like to entrust my dream to you."

炭治郎「夢？」

Tanjiro “Yume?”

Tanjiro "Dream?”

しのぶ「そう。鬼と仲良くする夢です。きっと君ならできますから」

Shinobu “So. Onito nakayoku suru yume desu. Kitto kimi-nara dekimasu-kara.”

Shinobu “Yes. My dream that we can become friends with the demons. I’m quite sure you can accomplish that!”

炭治郎「あ……」

Tanjiro “A……”

炭治郎「怒ってますか？」

Tanjiro “Okotte-masuka?”

Tanjiro “Are you angry?”

しのぶ「あ…」

Shinobu “A…”

炭治郎「なんだかいつも怒ってる匂いがしていて、ずっと笑顔だけど…」

Tanjiro “Nandaka itsumo okotteru nioiga shite-ite, zutto egao dakedo…”

Tanjiro “For some reason, I’m always picking up an angry from you even though you’re always smiling.”

しのぶ「そう…そうですね。私は、いつも怒っているかもしれない。鬼に最愛の姉を惨殺された時から、鬼に大切な人を奪われた人々の涙を見る度に、絶望の叫びを聞く度に、私の中には怒りが蓄積され続け、膨らんでいく。体の一番深い所に、どうしようもない嫌悪感がある。他の柱たちもきっと似たようなものです。まぁ今回彼らも、人を喰ったことがない禰豆子さんを直接見て気配は覚えたでしょうし、お館様の意向もあり、誰も手出しすることはないと思いますが」

Shinobu “So…Sodesune. Watashiwa, itsumo okotte-iru-kamo shire-nai. Onini sai-aino ane’o zansatsu-sareta-toki-kara, onini taisetsuna hito’o ubawareta hito-bitono namida’o miru-tabini, zetsubono sakebi’o kiku-tabini, watashino naka-niwa ikariga chikuseki-sare-tsuzuke, fukurande-iku. Karadano ichi-ban fukai tokoroni, do-shiyomo-nai ken’o-kanga aru. Hokano Hashira-tachimo kitto nita-yona mono desu. Maa konkai kareramo, hito’o kutta-kotoga-nai Nezuko-san’o chokusetsu mite kehaiwa oboeta-deshoshi, Oyakata-samano ikomo ari, daremo tedashi suru-kotowa naito omoi-masuga.”

Shinobu “Yes. You’re right. It might be true that I’m in a constant state of anger. Ever since my beloved big sister was slaughtered by a demon. Every time I see the tears of those who’ve lost their loved ones to a demon, every time I hear those cries of despair, the anger deeps building up inside me and continues to swell. Deep down in the innermost depth of my body, there’s a revulsion that I can’t fight. I’m sure the other Hashira feel something similar, as well. Well, this time, they saw Nezuko, who’s never devoured a human, with their own eyes, and they’ve memorized her presence. Out of respect for the Master’s wishes, I don’t think anyone will raise a hand to her.”

しのぶ「…私の姉も、君のように優しい人だった。鬼に同情していた。自分が死ぬ間際ですら、鬼を哀れんでいました。私はそんなふうに思えなかった。人を殺しておいて、可哀想？そんな馬鹿な話はないです。でもそれが姉の想いだったなら、私が継がなければ。哀れな鬼を斬らなくても済む方法があるなら、考え続けなければ。姉が好きだと言ってくれた笑顔を絶やすことなく」

Shinobu “…Watashino anemo, kimino-yoni yasashii hito datta. Onini dojo shite-ita. Jibunga shinu magiwa-de-sura, oni’o awarende imashita. Watashiwa sonna-funi omoe-nakatta. Hito’o koroshite-oite, kawaiso? Sonna bakana hanashiwa nai-desu. Demo sorega aneno omoi datta-nara, watashiga tsuga-nakereba. Awarena oni’o kira-nakutemo-sumu hohoga aru-nara, kangae-tsuzuke-nakereba. Anega sukidato itte-kureta egao’o tayasu koto-naku.”

Shinobu “My big sister was a kind-hearted person like you. She had sympathy for demons. Even when she was on the brink of death, she still felt pity for them. I couldn’t bring myself to feel that way. How can you feel sorry for something that’s killed humans? I’ve never heard of anything so absurd. But if that was how my sister truly felt, then I must carry it on. If there’s a way not to kill these pitiful demons, I have to keep trying to come up with it. Without ever extinguishing the smile that my sister said she loved…”

しのぶ「姉さん…！姉さん…！姉さん！」

Shinobu “Neesan…! Neesan…! Neesan!”

Sinobu “Sister! Sister! Sister!”

しのぶ「だけど少し…疲れまして。鬼は嘘ばかり言う。自分の保身のため。理性もなくし、むき出しの本能のまま人を殺す」

Shinobu “Dakedo sukoshi…tsukare-mashite. Oniwa uso-bakari iu. Jibunno hoshinno tame. Riseimo naku, muki-dashino hon’no’no mama hito’o korosu.”

Shinobu “But now, I’m a bit exhausted. Demons do nothing but lie. Losing all reason out of self-preservation, they murder humans with their instincts laid totally bare.”

→In my understanding, this line should be “Demons do nothing but lie, for their own preservation. Losing all their reason, they murder humans with their instincts laid totally bare.”

しのぶ「炭治郎君、頑張ってくださいね。どうか禰豆子さんを守り抜いてね。自分の代わりに君が頑張ってくれていると思うと、私は安心する。気持ちが楽になる」

Shinobu “Tanjiro-kun, ganbatte kudasaine. Doka Nezuko-san’o mamori-nuitene. Jibunno kawarini kimiga ganbatte kurete-iruto omouto, watashiwa anshin suru. Kimochiga rakuni naru.”

Shinobu “Tanjiro, please do all that you can. Please find a way to protect Nezuko until the end. Knowing that you’re working so hard in my place reassures me to no end. I can rest easy now.”

しのぶ「全集中の呼吸が止まってますよ」

Shinobu “Zen-Shuchuno Kokyuga tomatte-masuyo.”

Shinobu “Your Total Concentration Breathing has come to a halt.”

炭治郎「ああっ」

Tanjiro “Aa.”

炭治郎「……頑張ります」

Tanjiro “……Ganbari-masu.”

Tanjiro “I’ll work hard at it!”

炭治郎（全集中の呼吸！母ちゃん、花子。竹雄、茂。六太。くっ。俺、禰豆子を人間に戻してみせるから）

Tanjiro (Zenshuchuno kokyu! Kaachan, Hanako. Takeo, Shigeru. Rokuta. Ku. Ore, Nezuko’o ningenni modoshite-miseru-kara.)

Tanjiro (Total Concentration Breathing! Mother, Hanako… Takeo, Shigeru… Rokuta… I’m going to turn Nezuko back into a human for sure!)

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大正コソコソ噂話　―Taisho Secret―

炭治郎「クンクン。しのぶさん、いいことがあったんですか？」

Tanjiro “Kun-kun. Shinobu-san, ii kotoga attan-desuka?”

Tanjiro “Sniff, sniff! Lady Shinobu, did something nice happen to you?”

しのぶ「はい。貴重な薬品が手に入りましたので」

Shinobu “Hai. Kichona yaku-hinga teni hairi-mashita-node.”

Shinobu “Yes! Because I’ve acquired a precious drug.”

炭治郎「クンクン。怒ってますか？」

Tanjiro “Kun-kun. Okotte-masuka?”

Tanjiro “Sniff, sniff! Are you angry?”

しのぶ「戸棚のお菓子をつまみ食いする子がいるんですよね」

Shinobu “Todanano okashi’o tsumami-gui-suru koga irun-desu-yone.”

Shinobu “Someone keeps swiping the candy from the shelves.”

(Zenitsu started at her words.)

炭治郎「クンクン、悲しんでもいますね」

Tanjiro “Kun-kun, kanashindemo-imasune.”

Tanjiro “Sniff, sniff! You’re also feeling sad, right?”

しのぶ「裏山が最近荒れていて」

Shinobu “Ura-yamaga saikin arete-ite.”

Shinobu “There’s a disturbance in the mountain behind us.”

(Inosuke started at her words.)

炭治郎「ここで大正コソコソ噂話。アオイさんは、しのぶさんから指導を受けているので、簡単な薬なら調合できるらしいですよ」

Tanjiro “Kokode Taisho koso-koso uwasa-banashi. Aoi-sanwa, Shinobu-san-kara shido’o ukete-iru-node, kantanna kusuri-nara chogo dekiru rashii desuyo.”

Tanjiro “Now, time for a Taisho secret! Since Aoi has been training under Lady Shinobu, I hear she can concoct the simpler medicines!”

しのぶ「炭治郎君の鼻は何でもわかっちゃうんですね～、すごいです！」

Shinobu “Tanjiro-kunno hanawa nandemo wakacchaun-desunee. Sugoi desu!”

Shinobu “Nothing escapes your nose, does it, Tanjiro? That’s amazing!”

炭治郎「クンクン、なんだか…」

Tanjiro “Kun-kun, nandaka…”

Tanjiro “Sniff, sniff! For some reason―”

しのぶ「炭治郎君とお話するのは楽しいですから」

Shinobu “Tanjiro-kunto ohanashi suru-nowa tanoshii desu-kara.”

Shinobu “Because I enjoy talking with you, Tanjiro.”

炭治郎「あ…ありがとうございます！次回、第二十五話『継子・栗花落カナヲ』」

Tanjiro “A…Arigato gozai-masu! Jikai, dai niju-gowa, ‘Tsuguko, Kanao Tsuyuri’.”

Tanjiro “Thank you so much! Next, Episode 25, ‘Tsuguko, Kanao Tsuyuri.’”

(Continue to episode 25)

[underestimated-heroine]

Lately I've been pseudo-rewatching "the devil is a part-timer" sort of as like background noise while I do other stuff, but I've been watching it in dub cause I have to get my contact prescription renewed. But uh. I've paid enough attention to feel the need to ask...

...what the fuck happened with the dub of that show. It's like Demon Slayer and Att*ck on Titan had a dub lovechild and then it received a lobotomy.

[teddy-yandere]

Yandere Light Yagami Headcanons

⚠️WARNING⚠️ will contain dark themes

A/N = Feel free to request any characters you want. I write for many different fandoms , all you have to do is scroll to the bottom of this post and pick what fandom and character you want me to write for and send me a request. My inbox is always open so feel free to chat with me!! <3

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Before he got the Death Note :

• Personally I have a love / hate relationship with this man , mainly because he canonly has a major god complex. I will try not to touch on it a lot in this post.

• Okay first off , this may make a lot of people mad but I feel like the only way Light would even be Yandere for you , is if he knew you before he got the Death Note.

• Maybe he had a little school boy crush on you , and would probably leave you candy and sweets in your locker. You thought it was sweet that you had a little admirer, but little did you know that this little crush Light had on you , was turning into his obsession.

After he got the Death Note :

• Once Kira started to get more public attention , Light really wanted to know what you thought of Kira. He might randomly ask you to be his partner for a project to give you a reason to stop by his house. Once you get into his room everything will be normal before he ask you what you thought of Kira.

• If you say that you think what Kira is saying is wrong , then Light would get oddly defensive and start to give you reasons as to why Kira is saving the world and how all the people Kira has killed , was for a reason. You may be weirded out by this and want to go home , but you really need this project grade or you will fail without Light’s help. So you pull through the project. At school you will try your best to ignore him.

• On the other hand if you say that what you think Kira is doing is noble then most likely Light will show you the Death Note and tell you that he is Kira. He will make you swear on your grave that you will not tell a soul. Once he tells you that he is Kira , his obsession with you will grow now that you are carrying his little secret with you.

• Light will probably keep you a secret from Misa mainly because he doesn’t want her going off and doing something stupid to you.

•Speaking off Misa she may love or hate you. If you are very kind to her and give her compliments and praise her she will act civil towards you , just… please don’t kiss Light in front of her or she might do something crazy .. okay?

• As I have said at the start , Light has a major god complex and he doesn’t even try to hide that from you. You should be grateful that he even looks in your direction. He is higher than life , he corrupts nature with his Death Note. Don’t you know that he could end you in seconds if he truly wanted to??

• Out if all the Yanderes in Death Note , Light is probably the only who will kidnap you even without being provoked by a situation.

• He will probably scare off all your friends to make you dependent on him as your only friend. He will say things like “ They don’t deserve you and your kindness “. Or he will tell you sick lies about them just so you start avoiding them. In the end you will only have him to turn to and him only.

• I think I forgot to mention how unbelievably smart Light actually is. Once you are kidnapped he will use his connections to cover your disappearance up and kill anyone who gets to close to finding out the truth.

• Overall in Lights eyes he is a god and you are his God / Goddess. Light actually really wants kids but he will hold off on the thought of a family until he has properly rid the world of all evil.

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• Death Note

•My Hero Acedemia

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— ABOUT ME ✩⡱

› i go by kumi on this blog. i'm twenty-two years old. i am almost exclusively interested in writing & consuming yandere content.

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› i don't usually include extensive tw's (spoils the story imo) and, naturally, yandere content can be very triggering (dub/non-con mostly). please be mature and understand that what i write is fiction and i do not condone this toxic & immoral behavior irl.

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male/gender neutral reader. explicit yuri/yaoi (idk how), character x character. gross nsfw stuff like scat, vomit, or gore kinks.

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: ̗̀➛ anime i will write for (for now):

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why tanjiro is the best protagonist

so i’ve only ranted very briefly about tanjiro’s Absolute Fucking Brilliance as a character in tags or small posts but i just want to dump my in depth thoughts on why i think so.

first of all, i love how much he cares about nezuko. while it’s evident in the first scene with giyuu that he partly cares so much about protecting her because she’s all he has left, he clearly is so hellbent on protecting her whether it’s defending her title as a Whole Ass Cutie or keeping zenitsu’s desperate ass away from her.

demon slayer falls into a category i call “revenge shounen”, along with other animes like att*ck on t*tan and owari no seraph. the antagonist either is part of or is a whole group of evil creatures (vampires, demons, homunculi, etc.) who have wronged the protagonist somehow, and the protag sets off on a journey to defeat them. the thing that sets tanjiro apart from the rest is his mercy. when fighting the mother spider, he makes the effort to switch his killing blow to the most merciful as he notices her offering her neck. and though he didn’t forgive kyogai for killing people, he complimented his blood demon art, giving him the praise and recognition he wanted all along.

and as we saw recently, even after rui’s defeat, he puts a hand on his disintegrating body and reminds him of his old family and the bond he longed for. other protags don’t think much about the enemies they defeat, much less provide them with closure like tanjiro does. and i really love that about him.

his most prominent trait is his kindness, his empathy, and his ability to reach others with it. he’s not hellbent on revenge and on killing every demon. if he refused mercy towards them because they’re demons, it would go against his faith in nezuko. his victories in battle don’t necessarily come from his physical strength alone; what helps him is his ability to read and understand his enemies. and i think that makes him such a unique and lovable protagonist!

[thorongil82]

Curse of the Dragonheart - Prologue

There was a time – long, long, long ago, when the world was ruled by the kingdoms of the Vikings spread far and wide across many islands. These kingdoms were in an eternal contest with one another; a rivalry between all over the wealth and treasures hidden across the world, the richness of their culture, the vastness of their armies and the fierceness of their warriors. And, above all, their determination to be the greatest dragon slayers and win their eternal war with the demons of death.

In the period that this tale takes place, eight Viking kingdoms still ruled the world. The Berserkers, under the rule of King Oswald the Agreeable, had spread across several islands spread far amongst the west with great seas separating them. Their mighty armada ruled those waters, keeping all pirates crossing their regions under control, while their soldiers were known for their wild ferocity in battle. The Uglithugs, ruled by King Ug the Ugly, were, true to their name, not the best looking of people. As a collective they were greedy, lusting for anything they believed truly belonged to them. They had plenty of warriors and at one stage had the largest army of all. The Meatheads, led by King Mogadon the Rash, took great interests into the conquests of the other nations, always willing to challenge them at any moment. While physically they were quite capable, they were known to be a little slow intellectually. The Bog-Burglars, presided by Queen Bertha the Well-Endowed, is a queendom where the women rule. The only men living in their territory are those that have been captured or selected by a Bog warrior as a mate, made to live underneath the women as their servants. They are fierce rivals of several of the Viking kingdoms who are famous for their excellent burglary skills, though, as they rightfully claim, they are as good at burglary as everything else.

The Frostwalkers, ruled by King Ormand the Serious and Queen Helen the Patient, occupied the frozen tundra and treacherous ice sheets of the northern waters. They were strong survivors who hunted the dangerous beasts believed to live on the northern edge of the world, seeking out the glacial dragon nests and slaughtering whatever beset them. The Skullreapers were a mysterious kingdom heard of only when a delegation bearing their banner sailed in from the southern seas. Their king was not known by any outside of their territory but was referred to by their travelling dignitaries as King Gorad the Mighty. The reason they were so mysterious led to them holding the few islands close to the fog banks of Helheim’s Gate, serving as the first line of defence from the beasts that leapt forth from the veil. The fact that they were still alive led to the belief that their warriors must be great indeed. The Outcasts have recently been united under the rule of now King Alvin the Grim, formerly Treacherous. Once they were a vast empire until their greed and lust for power tore their kingdom apart, sundering them into several smaller territories. Alvin managed to bring the regions back together by reigniting their fires and hatred for the other kingdoms, bringing together a large army ready for a bloody war until peace was established.

But the largest and greatest of all the Viking kingdoms was Berk, ruled by King Stoick the Vast. Living amongst the central archipelago, Berk’s status was unparalleled compared to the other kingdoms. Their riches were untold, their ships swift and deadly, and their warriors powerful and vicious dragon killers. Sitting atop a mountainous island, Berk’s fortress capital had never fallen in battle to both Vikings and dragons. The great walls of white stood up high near the sheer cliff-face, with large catapults and ballistae lining the watchtowers. The town was filled with many buildings of thick oak logs and marble blocks that constantly needed repairing and rebuilding through the numerous dragon raids. The castle stood tall above the surrounding structures, built up against and into the great mountain of Raven’s Peak, while winding down the hill from the town gates lay the large wooden docks, the greatest trading hub in the world.

Under the rule of Stoick and his father before him Berk had been in the grips of a golden age. One that seemed to near its end with the disappearance and presumed death of Queen Valka the Fair, snatched in the claws of a four-winged dragon from their son’s room during a bloody dragon raid. Stoick was struck by grief and madness, unleashing his fury against every dragon that dared to fly near the citadel. He also sent assault after assault into Helheim’s Gate, searching for the dragon’s nest and the devil that stole Valka in particular. But with each foray into the southern fog bank, fewer ships would return home and the dragon’s nest remained undiscovered. Berk’s vast resources were declining the longer these searches carried on. However, there was one thing that managed to break through the depression of the king, bringing him back to his senses; his son and heir, Prince Hiccup Haddock III. With the support of his council of advisors, he was able to shift his focus from his bloodthirsty desire for revenge towards raising his son. The attacks into Helheim’s Gate persisted still, just nowhere near as frequent, though with the Berkian lust for the blood of dragons there were few complaints for the reduction.

And so, Berk returned to glory with the prospect of greater prestige to come. At first glance, Prince Hiccup did not appear to be like his forefathers. He was scrawny, thin, short and lacked the initial strength his father did. He also took a greater interest in books, stories and exploration rather than training and dragon slaying. The prince was a fast learner and quickly took to inventing, creating many weapons that helped finetune the defences of Berk and developing systems that eased the lives of the people, such as a water dispensary unit held above the houses that, with the pull of a cord, would shower the building from the top down with water when it had been set ablaze. But what really set him above all the others was that, at the age of 10, he managed to tame the unholy offspring of night and death itself, a Night Fury. Not just that, but he was also able to convince the rest of Berk that dragons weren’t all bad; some could be good, loyal and trustworthy. In fact, just about every dragon was innocent and trustworthy, so long as you proved you could be trusted too. It was a hard couple of months for the prince trying to convince his people, especially his father after what happened with Valka. But eventually, they came around after an ambush on the walls. With the Berk Guard caught off guard and unprepared, and the strike of the unknown forces swift and impacting, Hiccup managed to force them back with the aid of the Night Fury, Toothless. It even saved Stoick after he had tried several times to bring it down, which helped open the king’s eyes to the truth. No one ever knew who led and organised the attack on the capital, only that it seemed a mismatch of warriors banished from their respectful kingdoms.

Within a few months Hiccup had developed an unusually powerful bond not just with Toothless, but with all the dragons. He was quick to learn their ways and mannerisms, easily helping others forge relationships with new dragons. Berk flourished once more with their newly acquired allies, prospering far more than any period in Berk’s detailed history. But the young prince did not want to keep the power for himself, instead proposing to his father that the joys of union with dragons should be shared with the other kingdoms. Though wary, his father travelled with the prince as they visited each of the Viking kingdoms to try and persuade them that the war with the dragons did not need to continue, if they were willing to change. Naturally, the leaders and their heirs were all sceptical that such a change was possible, especially after how long they had been fighting against the fire-breathing creatures. But, one by one, they all eventually came around, even if it was just from the allure for greater power. However, it was a talent that was given only to the royals, lords and the elite guards to begin with in the other kingdoms, as a precaution. Dragon killing still happened throughout the world, though over time it became reduced throughout the kingdoms. Slaying a dragon was an option given only when a dragon went rogue and the lives of citizens were in danger. In Berk, that option was never needed as their prince could always be counted on to calm the situation.

In the years that followed, Berk’s acceptance of dragons had grown to the point that just about everyone in the kingdom had a dragon, if not more. Under the order of the king an academy had been built where the dragon slaying arena had once stood with the prince in charge, due to his connection with the dragons, where anyone from anywhere in the world could come to learn more about dragons and train with them. Such was his understanding of the scaled beasts and the way he had with them that everyone was willing to believe he somehow managed to have the heart and soul of a dragon within him. It was even rumoured that he could understand and speak their language, a skill he taught himself. As such, he had become known as the Dragonheart. At the time, it appeared the world would be moving forward together to a bright future, with Berk’s power and culture growing by the day.

But that all changed.

A week before Prince Hiccup’s 15th birthday, Grand Elder Gothi sought an audience with King Stoick. Having been an advisor to the Berk kings for a long time, the best healer in the archipelago and an incredible ability to be able to foretell events soon to come, Stoick the Vast was eager to hear what tidings she brought. Shortly afterwards, an emergency meeting was called to which everyone in the council, the king and the prince were to attend. Gothi’s message was simple: a curse was coming to Berk. One that would put every Viking in the region into a slumber that could last eternal. It would strike Berk on the day of Hiccup’s birthday and haunt the region until a kiss is placed onto the prince from his true love. Darkness would shroud the island, with creatures of shadow and cursed defences encompassing the fortress to ward against any who would try to break the curse. The dragons would not be put to sleep; a different scourge befalling them. She also warned that the curse would also affect any Berkian not in the region, though they would not be put into a deep slumber with the rest of them.

In a hurry the advisors tried to spout out ways to attempt to avert the curse. They suggested that they should try to find out who Hiccup’s love would be before the curse hits, so that the curse could be broken quickly. However, Stoick was quick to point out that it would be next to impossible in a week, not to mention that his true love might not even be in the world yet. Love is a very complicated emotion, after all. They proposed that maybe Gothi could create wards for everyone to protect them from the curse, but Gothi explained she could only protect so many people if she had the resources and the prince would not be one of them as he appeared to be the focus of the curse. On him it would be bound far too powerfully to protect against. Not only that, right now she didn’t have enough resources to save even one person from the plight and getting enough would take too long. The council then moved for transferring everyone bar the prince from the island, so that they could not be put to sleep. Stoick turned down this option as well, noting that it would not be wise to lead everyone to a fate they did not know about instead of the one they did.

In the end, they ruled that they would try to get every Berkian back to the capital before the curse befell them all, thus saving them from a dark unknown fate. Messages would be sent to all the other kingdoms informing them of the blight coming to Berk and to keep their people away until the day had passed. Stoick would also offer his son’s hand in marriage to the person who could break the curse, much to the chagrin of the prince. And so, sailors and dragon riders were sent out to deliver the messages and track down any citizens of Berk that were outside their territory. Inside the kingdom, everyone hurried to prepare themselves for their slumber, long as it could be. For no one knew how long they would have to wait for the curse to be broken, should they ever wake again. The prince spent his last waking days flying around with Toothless, searching for different places he had yet to explore and locations he would want to visit again. Everything he saw in the last days he had he would make a note of, filing up his books quickly with everything he wished to experience when he did wake up. But despite these preparations, he still looked for a way to keep the curse at bay. All through the day he would traverse the world, leaving people to see him less and less, while through the night he would search for any way that could prevent their fate. But nothing he devised would be able to work …

Continue reading on AO3 and FFN. Link to AO3 version on a post on my blog, as well as links to AO3 and FFN accounts.

[agneskollarfilm]

Only Lovers Left Alive (2013)

Only Lovers Left Alive (2013), är den första film jag ser av regissören Jim Jarmusch (som själv ser ut lite som en vampyr). Filmen handlar om vampyr-kärleksparet Eve (Tilda Swinton) och Adam (Tom Hiddleston -va!? trodde det var Jared Leto! sköönt!) som levt och älskat i decennier... Men Adam, som lever ett isolerat liv i ett ödeområde i Detroit, är mycket nedstämd, plågad över människornas ovärdiga sätt att leva och behandla varandra. Eve, som då lever i den exotiska staden Tanger, Marocko, bestämmer sig för att resa till honom.

Filmen är stämningsfull, atmosfärisk (bra musik!!), suggestiv, vemodig, lite pretentiös (som väl enkelt kommer med vampyrpaketet, inget fel med det!) och lite långsam. Den liksom lunkar på, vilket är ganska härligt. Storyn känns lite tunn emellanåt, men det är okej. Historien kan mer ses som ett kikhål, en exklusiv glimt av en vardag ur deras långa, långa liv, ett kort besök som sedan tar slut, men deras liv kommer att fortsätta rulla på.

Jag upplever att denna berättelse blir som en slags metafor för de problem vi alla ställs inför i ett vanligt, mänskligt liv, men hur de i en supernatural förpackning liksom förstärks, vilket också skapar viss komik. Metaforen går att likna vid den som tv-serien Buffy the vampire slayer ofta jobbar med. Serien behandlar vanliga problem som en tonåring ställs inför. Första kärleken, internetdejting, grupptryck mm. Rädslan för att killen plötsligt förändras och blir kylig efter att man låtit honom komma riktigt nära. Eller tänk om hen jag chattar med inte är vem den utger sig för att vara? I Buffy ges dessa frågor övernaturliga proportioner, då första kärleken faktiskt visar sig förvandlas till en själlös demon efter första ligget (s02e13), internetdejten visar sig på riktigt vara en ond ande (s01e08), grupptrycket från coola gänget är starkare än vanligt då de alla är förhäxade av en magi som får dem att bete sig som en blodstörstig hyena-flock (s01e06), bokstavligt talat alltså. 

Only lovers left alive tar även den upp vardagliga, mänskliga problem -funderingar kring livet och döden som vi alla brottas med. Hur Adam och Eve reflekterar kring dagens och historiens människor (som dom refererar till som zombies) och över tiden som går. Filmen visar också hur döden faktiskt kommer enkelt även till vampyrer på ålderns höst. Och ett ytterligare exempel på liknelsen vid mänskliga problem är när Adam och Eve diskuterar hennes lillasyster Ava. I mitt huvud byggs snabbt en bild av ett demoniskt vampyr-monster upp. “Hon borde ligga begravd i en kista med en påle genom bröstet” säger Adam. Sen när hon tillsist dyker upp går det småningom upp för mig som tittare att hon bara är en heeelt vanlig störig lillasyster.

...med den skillnaden att hon efter en utekväll med Adams kompis inte fuckar upp genom att typ ligga med honom, utan att faktiskt tömma honom helt på blod för att han såg så aptitlig ut (classic stöööriiig lillasyster, right?). 

Filmen avslutas på ett ganska abrupt och komiskt sätt, när Adam och Eve, efter att ha porträtterats som två sofistikerade (förvisso nattens) varelser med bekymmer och grubbleri som vilken människa som helst, tillsist ändå i nödens namn drar fram huggtänderna och således visar sina innersta väsen, som trots allt inte är annat än två blodtörstande monster.

Mer Jim Jarmusch-film, tack!

[pastelstory]

so, interestingly, i did manage to break the 5k threshold to get the 40k chair reward (cumulative points over 8 weeks)

i did try a little bit hard for the bishop though, i didn't have to push for 1300, but it was a nice achievement i guess.

i have no clue how to play kaiser, demon slayer, and lara in a sewers/punch king setting, i kind of just winged it after reading a little about their skills. i think the kaiser's score is more or less the maximum it can get, and i'm sure i can get the demon slayer to 900+ if i optimize a little. the lara is the worst because i don't even know what i'm doing when pressing keys on lara. how do you even play lara good lord.

in other news, for the weekly boss coins, with duo bossing up till easy will with whacky, i'm able to get 280 of the currency. that adds up to 4 premium pet magic att scrolls (for the bishop) and 240 spare coins (which i'll probably spend on 6 additional cubes to feed my gambling addiction)

we'll see how it goes. i'm currently coin capping on 3 characters and on sundays, i'll need to coin cap on a few others to use the event's "extreme growth potion". still not too sure who to use them on yet, probably just whoever's between 150 to 160 for now.

i've also been holding back on using my core gemstones on my bishop because flora archer copium, but i'd probably use them soon if there are no signs of any new classes by the time any previews for summer patch rolls around. in the meantime, i'll continue pushing levels for the bishop!

kms v1.2.363 | 27 april 2022

[bluebellthesponge]

can you explain the types of demographics with manga

oh yeah sure!! note i really only know level surfaced information and there's more people that know about this stuff than me hahaha

and another note is when i say what typically happens in these stories in this demographic it doesn't apply to all as some of these stories do things differently and so on

shonen is the most popular one out there and the main demographic for this one are teenage boys. shonen is the one of the most well known and most read demographic of mangas. well known titles include: naruto, hunter x hunter, my hero academia, demon slayer, etc. typically the story's main character is a young boy, the story has a lot of fighting, and things like that.

shojo's demographic is teenage girls. most well known shojo mangas i can think of are sailor moon and ouran high school host club. typically in this story the main protagonist is a girl or woman and there can be fighting or being heroes think of magical girl genres like sailor moon and there's sometimes romance either as a sideplot or side note or the entire series is a romance.

seinen's demographic is for an older guy audience like young adults to adults it's basically shonen but for 20 something year old men. most well known seinen i can think of are tokyo ghoul, ghost in the shell, and berserk. i haven't read much seinen manga or read things about it to get a general idea as i think seinen as more variety to offer than shonen or is just shonen for an older audience.

josei's demographic is for an older women audience. same with seinen i don't much about this demographic or what is offers it probably is like shojo for an older audience but still has more variety to find in this demographic, but idk.

then there is a children's demographic which is well for young children, but i do not know much about this one sorry!

and another note is that these demographics don't control what you can and cannot read as shonen the most popular one on here is read by many people of many ages of any gender it's just these demographics tell you who the audience is supposed to be written for, but that still doesn't mean the mangaka can't receive criticism from people of their not intended audience like if there's women fans of a shonen manga and they are criticizing why the mangaka's female designs are bad, they are written poorly, etc, the mangakas i should hope actually listen. a lot of people forget their creators should be validly criticized of their works it's ok to think critically of your favorite works and realize there can be some things the mangaka included was kind of fucked up and if you express valid criticism and i know it may seem like they probably won't see it but there is a chance they may see and actually listen and hopefully change themselves for the better any author of any book series either from here in america or japan are not exempt from criticism and should listen to the ones they receive from fans

but works like att*ck on t*tan has nothing redeemable about it and is just a series about n*zis written by a n*zi apologist it’s horrible