Descendant of the Jade Hound
Hey, it's you! Psst… mind doing me a favor? I need to be rescued from this weird conversation. This random villager just walked up to me and started bad-mouthing the Empress! People already think that I'll start breaking bones for no reason because I'm half-Oni. It's going to look bad if I raise my voice. Just tell them that you need to talk to me about something important. C'mon, I'll buy you some tea at the inn later!
Oni
Don't hold back on my behalf. If you run into an Oni, slice off their head. Ninety-nine percent of the time, they were gunning to scoop out your brains. Pillaging, killing, and eating humans is in their nature. They're some of the most dangerous and powerful Yokai out there, but they wouldn't harass Haku Village in a group like this. Oni can't stand being talked down to… unless someone very powerful with a good bargain came to their caves with gifts before doing so.
Heritage
I'm the descendant of the Jade Hound Prince from Wuji. He married a girl from the Isles, and way up the family tree, my Mom ran away from home. She hated the rigid life of a 'proper lady', and went crazy doing whatever she wanted in the mountains. The Oni mistook her for one of their own, and then I happened. Because of me, Mom moved back to Akiba, and became a respected warrior. My dad? Eh, I see Shuten-Douji from time to time.
Rumors
What's with the crazy rumors about the Empress going around? A bunch of villagers were talking about how the Great Yokai Spirit was angered that the Isles have been attacked so much ever since Kitsune was ousted. They were talking about it in Akiba too, but every story I heard was completely different. No one has their facts straight, but they're all really scared. Where is all of this coming from?
Descendant of the Jade Hound
We're pushing the enemy back into the forests but don't let your guard down! The Yokai and Dragons are relentless. They hide in the forests, shadows, and snap up anyone that wanders too far from the group.
Monsters
I went on a trip and fought dragons from Greenguard once, so I'm not an expert… but is it normal for them to be so quiet? Zakhavatchik's forces are dressed in gold bangles, likely made by human hands. They must be trophies from previous conquests. What arrogant creatures. You'd think they'd be louder, or roar and hiss at us…but I can't even hear them breathe.
Shrine
At the end of the path is the Mikoto Shrine- the first ever built in the Yokai Isles. That's where the Great Yokai Spirit chose the first human Emperor, and some legends even say it's where all Yokai were born. In the dead of night, people can see processions of old Yokai coming to the Shrine to die. It's a sacred place, and the Shrine Maidens hardly ever let anyone in. Miko and Baoyu dueling Zakhavatchik and his partner there carries a lot of weight.
Spirit
The Great Yokai Spirit resides in the Yokai Realm- where all Yokai are born, and where they all go when it's time for them to die. People who come to visit find it incredible that the Isles don't really worship the Elemental Avatars. All of our shrines are dedicated to the spirit, but her real name is unknown… or, at the very least, was lost a long time ago. She hasn't appeared in ages, which I count as a good thing. It means the Spirit knows we can handle ourselves.
After completing the 'Head Kukol'nyy' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Miko dragged the baddie into the Yokai Realm? I might have had a chance of surviving there because I'm half Oni, but it's a literal death trap for humans. No, I'm not going to give up on her like that. If Yiren says we can find a way to save Miko if the twelve descendants gather, then we'll welcome her home with a family reunion.
Monsters
I went on a trip and fought dragons from Greenguard once, so I'm not an expert… but is it normal for them to be so quiet? Zakhavatchik's forces are dressed in gold bangles, likely made by human hands. They must be trophies from previous conquests. What arrogant creatures. You'd think they'd be louder, or roar and hiss at us…but I can't even hear them breathe.
Shrine
At the end of the path is the Mikoto Shrine- the first ever built in the Yokai Isles. That's where the Great Yokai Spirit chose the first human Emperor, and some legends even say it's where all Yokai were born. In the dead of night, people can see processions of old Yokai coming to the Shrine to die. It's a sacred place, and the Shrine Maidens hardly ever let anyone in. Miko and Baoyu dueling Zakhavatchik and his partner there carries a lot of weight.
Spirit
The Great Yokai Spirit resides in the Yokai Realm- where all Yokai are born, and where they all go when it's time for them to die. People who come to visit find it incredible that the Isles don't really worship the Elemental Avatars. All of our shrines are dedicated to the spirit, but her real name is unknown… or, at the very least, was lost a long time ago. She hasn't appeared in ages, which I count as a good thing. It means the Spirit knows we can handle ourselves.
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Hey! I first saw you when you became champion of the Dragon Koi Tournament. Been following your exploits ever since. I'm Haruki, descendant of the Wuji Hound Prince. His line eventually joined with an Oni's, but I didn't inherit the horns. Thankfully, the strength carried over and I joined Yokai's warrior ranks. Ugh, I'm so mad that I cracked my ribs in a rickshaw accident, otherwise I'd have gotten a pirate costume and joined you.
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Did Baoyu get you prepped for diving into the Yokai Realm? If he did, then I'll help you get used to being here. This place wasn't meant for mortals, and I'm only handling myself well because I'm half Oni.
Talk
The Yokai Realm changed itself several times since we first set foot inside.
Memories
I think the Yokai Realm's been reacting to Ai No Miko's presence. This copy of the Mikoto Shrine didn't form until just now. Yue said she saw a house from Akiba, but the inside is a room from the royal palace. It's messing with our brains. Even crazier, we're seeing bits and pieces from… Miko's memories? I'm not sure. The shades by the Shrine were from a time before she was born. Maybe the realm is reading her blood.
Spirits
All of the Yokai that were slain during the invasion are already popping up here. Their memories are still fresh, and I'm reeling from how this might happen to me when I die. Half of me, maybe? Eventually, the Oni and Kitsune Spirits will fall apart, and they'll be reborn as something else. For now, they'll be taking out their lingering grudges on us. Hopefully, Chaos Lord Kitsune has fully passed on. I'm crossing every finger for you, buddy.
Dragon
Was that thing about you being a Dragon supposed to be a secret? Oh, Baoyu's gonna be in hot water. He told me and Yue right after we heard that Ai No Miko saved you from a stalker. Now that I know we're not supposed to be blabbing about it, I'll keep my lips sealed. That's a promise. And I'm not pushing you or anything, but…do you breathe fire? Ice, maybe? Lightning? It'd be so sick if you could show me sometime.
- Haruki Matsuoka's Quests (After completing the 'Kimon' quest)
After completing the 'Hoshi no Tama' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Yue's waiting for you to meet her further into the Yokai Realm. Talk to her, and she'll show you what she found. I'll stay here and keep you within my sights. If the Yokai Realm shifts dramatically, I'll be able to tell Baoyu, and we can pull you out.
Talk
The Yokai Realm changed itself several times since we first set foot inside.
Memories
I think the Yokai Realm's been reacting to Ai No Miko's presence. This copy of the Mikoto Shrine didn't form until just now. Yue said she saw a house from Akiba, but the inside is a room from the royal palace. It's messing with our brains. Even crazier, we're seeing bits and pieces from… Miko's memories? I'm not sure. The shades by the Shrine were from a time before she was born. Maybe the realm is reading her blood.
Spirits
All of the Yokai that were slain during the invasion are already popping up here. Their memories are still fresh, and I'm reeling from how this might happen to me when I die. Half of me, maybe? Eventually, the Oni and Kitsune Spirits will fall apart, and they'll be reborn as something else. For now, they'll be taking out their lingering grudges on us. Hopefully, Chaos Lord Kitsune has fully passed on. I'm crossing every finger for you, buddy.
Dragon
Was that thing about you being a Dragon supposed to be a secret? Oh, Baoyu's gonna be in hot water. He told me and Yue right after we heard that Ai No Miko saved you from a stalker. Now that I know we're not supposed to be blabbing about it, I'll keep my lips sealed. That's a promise. And I'm not pushing you or anything, but…do you breathe fire? Ice, maybe? Lightning? It'd be so sick if you could show me sometime.
After completing the 'Left Behind' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Did Yue point you to where Yiren was? He's gone as far as he could go, to a cliff's edge. I think we're close. Ai No Miko's near, so keep your guard up. Koschei can't be too far. Once you find her, we'll pull you straight out and close the portal.
Talk
The Yokai Realm changed itself several times since we first set foot inside.
Memories
I think the Yokai Realm's been reacting to Ai No Miko's presence. This copy of the Mikoto Shrine didn't form until just now. Yue said she saw a house from Akiba, but the inside is a room from the royal palace. It's messing with our brains. Even crazier, we're seeing bits and pieces from… Miko's memories? I'm not sure. The shades by the Shrine were from a time before she was born. Maybe the realm is reading her blood.
Spirits
All of the Yokai that were slain during the invasion are already popping up here. Their memories are still fresh, and I'm reeling from how this might happen to me when I die. Half of me, maybe? Eventually, the Oni and Kitsune Spirits will fall apart, and they'll be reborn as something else. For now, they'll be taking out their lingering grudges on us. Hopefully, Chaos Lord Kitsune has fully passed on. I'm crossing every finger for you, buddy.
Dragon
Was that thing about you being a Dragon supposed to be a secret? Oh, Baoyu's gonna be in hot water. He told me and Yue right after we heard that Ai No Miko saved you from a stalker. Now that I know we're not supposed to be blabbing about it, I'll keep my lips sealed. That's a promise. And I'm not pushing you or anything, but…do you breathe fire? Ice, maybe? Lightning? It'd be so sick if you could show me sometime.
After completing the 'Corrupted Protector' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
Ai No Miko…Ai No Mikoto…maybe this was meant to be. Empress Yuhuan was the youngest Head Priestess of the Mikoto Shrine, and was a powerful onmoyji in addition to an experienced Yokai hunter. I wonder if she knew Ai was going to be the one that would protect the Isles in their greatest time of need. Times of need, I mean. One after the other. I hope she can take a vacation after this.
Talk
The Yokai Realm changed itself several times since we first set foot inside.
Memories
I think the Yokai Realm's been reacting to Ai No Miko's presence. This copy of the Mikoto Shrine didn't form until just now. Yue said she saw a house from Akiba, but the inside is a room from the royal palace. It's messing with our brains. Even crazier, we're seeing bits and pieces from… Miko's memories? I'm not sure. The shades by the Shrine were from a time before she was born. Maybe the realm is reading her blood.
Spirits
All of the Yokai that were slain during the invasion are already popping up here. Their memories are still fresh, and I'm reeling from how this might happen to me when I die. Half of me, maybe? Eventually, the Oni and Kitsune Spirits will fall apart, and they'll be reborn as something else. For now, they'll be taking out their lingering grudges on us. Hopefully, Chaos Lord Kitsune has fully passed on. I'm crossing every finger for you, buddy.
Dragon
Was that thing about you being a Dragon supposed to be a secret? Oh, Baoyu's gonna be in hot water. He told me and Yue right after we heard that Ai No Miko saved you from a stalker. Now that I know we're not supposed to be blabbing about it, I'll keep my lips sealed. That's a promise. And I'm not pushing you or anything, but…do you breathe fire? Ice, maybe? Lightning? It'd be so sick if you could show me sometime.
Descendant of the Jade Hound
I'll do anything if it will help Ai No Miko. Reciting the words to Tian Hei Hei? That's a little weird, but very easy! Actually…I feel a lot different. Like waking up after an eight hour sleep, but times a thousand. I don't think I'll ever need to go to the doctor again.
After completing the 'Ame no Murakumo' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
A-are we good now? I don't really know if I'm being honest. Ai No Miko's literally a goddess, and I'm immortal? It isn't just that. When I tried to open a door, I accidentally ripped out a huge chunk of the wall. The Oni were crowding around, cheering and hollering. They weren't attacking people anymore, which is great, but ugh I hope they don't make me talk to my dad. Aw no, I didn't even think about how I was going to explain this to mom.
Descendant of the Jade Hound
The ship's crawling with snakes and…ghouls? Be careful, some sort of poisonous effect seeps out of their bodies. Yue pulled herself together to get the passengers to climb up the mast far away from the Quicksilver. Baoyu's below deck guarding the passengers that can't move, trying to keep the intruders at bay. As for me, I'm about to break the rest of my ribs fighting for our lives, Argh, we just need a little room to breathe.
After completing the 'Pearl of my Heart' quest:
Descendant of the Jade Hound
All's well that ends well! The Imperial Warriors and I went from butting heads to…well, we're still butting heads, but now over something else. They heard that I was fighting with a busted rib cage and freaked out. They were ready to jump off a cliff in shame, but c'mon, I'm fine! It's nothing I can't walk off. It's probably because they think we're all still royalty. My ancestor gave up his royal title ages ago, and all I want to do is get back to guarding Akiba.
