Transcript [EN]: Sword Demon Episode 1-12 English Dub Full Screen Anime English Dub Full screen episode 1-12

My lady, please endure just a little while longer. You can do it. Be strong. Your child will be here any minute now. Heat. Heat. Sedigo, one who willingly steps into this hall of hell has made a choice to cast off Buddha and the gods. in favor of the demons. I see it is feutal to try and stop you. But hear me one last time, Sir Daigo. To cast off Buddha is to tread the path of evil. It is to no longer be human. If you cross this line, only hell shall await to embrace you on the other side. You foolish priest. We are living in hell already. The holy path of the Buddha that you so dearly worship does not exist on this plane of reality. There shall be consequences. I care not. I thank you, sir. This will be my salvation. This world is indeed hell. Just as you said, the prayers I offered seem more and more pointless. My greatest fear after all my years of worshiping was that someday I would begin to doubt Budda. I'm glad to die before that day had arrived for me. So Daiko, please stay away from the demons that you so seek. Do not let yourself succumb to evil, as enticing as it may seem at the moment. No, priest. It is too late. 12 demon gods. I am Daigo Kagamitsu under order of Togashi Masachica, governor of Kaga Province. I serve as the great lord of Ishikawa. Repeated famines and epidemics have swept my land, infeebling my people to the point of prolonged starvation and untimely death. Given the state of my life thus far, I shall never attain the power and renown I so crave. My ambitions will remain a mere dream. But I refuse to rely on the Buddha or the gods. I do not offer you a prayer. Prayers can too easily go unanswered. I seek a bargain. If you protect my land and allow me to rule as I so wish, I shall give you anything of mine. As long as the land is protected. Hear me now. Take from me whatever you wish. Anything. Do we have a deal? Demon gods. My lady. Just a bit more. Almost there. Push. Please. Connor. God is of mercy. Lend me your strength. [Music] Please, boy. Well done, my lady. What is it? My lord, is the baby born? It is bas. What? Speak, woman. It is done. We have a blessing. You now have a son, my lady. An heir. You've done very well, my wife. Sir, no. I do not know what happened, my lord. He is most certainly alive, but has no limbs to walk, eyes to see, nor a nose to spell. He has not even skin to cover his body. I shall give you anything of mine. Hear me now. Take from me whatever you wish. Anything. My lord, I feel a deep, profound love for this woeful child of ours. His appearance matters not to me. For he is our son made from our love and union. [Laughter] I have done it. My dream will now be fulfilled as I see fit. Done what? The demons agreed to the deal I proposed to them. You need not worry, my wife. Thank you for bearing him to term. What are you doing? Don't take him away from me. Come back. Forget him. Pretend he never existed in the first place. No, please don't. My lady, no. You mustn't get out of bed just yet. My lord, have mercy. My wife, forget him. He was doomed to an early death. Then at least let him pass in the arms of his mother. Enough of this nonsense. [Music] You will have the chance to bear another. No, you must. The next will be the heir of a great ruler. [Music] What's this? My lord, it was damaged whenever the lightning struck earlier. The midwife believed it may be some sort of sacrifice. Sacrifice? The tale of Diggo. [Music] I have no idea what could have caused this. And sadly, dear child, a life would be far worse than any death. Now, this is it, dear. Buddha will await you on the other side. Why do I hesitate? Well, I should be accustomed to doing these deeds by now. Do your child have the desire to go on? [Music] The rest is up to you and luck, dear [Music] boy. It reeks around here. [Music] Smells the rancid, sickened stench of evil. [Music] [Music] What is that? It certainly is no human. And yet it is not a Yo-kai either, is it? Two truths, but smells of a curse just the same. [Music] Daigo Kagamitsu's land rested at the border of Kaga. And on this day, so began its steady rise to prosperity, overcoming vicious famines which previously crippled its people. Meanwhile, a tiny soul cursed by the sins of his father quietly vanished into the wild. In this age, there was never a fortnight without the horrors of war. The lives of the people meant nothing more than the stones on the ground. Um, hello there. Are you the doctor who has been fitting prosthetics for the dead so the living may mourn properly for them? Your name is Jukai, correct? Your work is truly commendable. It's not. I just figured it'd be better than having to throw away all the extra prototypes. But I am sure they are still grateful for it. [Music] Step right up and feast your eyes on these top of the line goods straight from the capital. This is genuine silk that was once worn by a wealthy princess. Come on, miss. Don't be shy. Now, this one, this is a sake jug from the Yamata noi legend. These rare goods you can't get anywhere else. And I'm selling them cheap. I'll even throw in these dried fish with any purchase. You can't beat that deal. Come on. First come, first serve. What have we here? This is just about everything we were carrying with us, isn't it? Got any proof the stuff is actually yours? Shut up. You said you were out here starving to death, so we hired you to look after all our stuff. We hear this isn't the first time you've gone around pulling this kind of stunt. Pretty gutsy for a kid. Some gentleman asked me to make sure you paid for it this time. This is what you get for thinking I'm just some stupid kid. You know what, guys? You could learn something from me, right? No more Mr. Nice Guy Kid. You will suffer the consequences just like an adult. All right, you little snot. Dead beats like you ain't going to catch me. You're not getting away from us. to a stop. [Music] Thank you, sir. Don't just stand there. Say thank you. Thank you. Is there a festival today, mama? Of course not. We just had one not that long ago. But that guy had a mask covering up his face. Where did that little street urchin go? What the? It's [ __ ] God damn it. Clean yourselves up and try your luck elsewhere. That kid is going to get it now. That was fun. It's way too bad about that load, though. That was some good stuff. Well, I'll just have to find another sucker. Huh? What is it? Hey, can't find your mommy. Are you hungry or something? I uh got this. Nope, I can't. I'm afraid you have to learn how to live on your own now. Trust me, it wouldn't do you any good to spoil you. You got to learn how to find your own food. I'm sorry. I'm doing this for your own good, you know. No escape now, Doro. Hey, let that poor little thing go. Is this your puppy? Maybe I'll have to punish him along with you. How about that? Put it down. Then do what I say. [Music] Get it through your thick skull. You rip us off again and you're dead. Oh, you asked for it now. Oh, that's it. Enough. Listen up. You better leave and never come back. Got it? You can go to hell. Nobody ever gets to just order me around. I choose where I go and when. You want to get pounded pretty bad, huh? Well, then be my damn guest. Hey, bring me that straw mat over there. We're wrapping this kid up. Okay, sure thing. What are you doing? Hurry up, you damn [ __ ] Hey, um uh there's some guy standing up there. And there's something wrong with his face. His eyes, too. Where's he even looking? Who is this creepy freak? Hey there, buddy. You got a problem or what? We're not down here just beating up on some innocent little school kid. You know, he's getting exactly what he deserves. Hey, you hear me? You looking for trouble? Huh? No, I don't think that he's looking at us. Huh? His eyes. It's like he's looking straight past us. But what the hell are you talking about? There's nothing to see out there. [Music] See, it's just some floating garbage. What the It just It ate him. [Music] That guy's not even looking at Hey, heat. Oh wow, that was really amazing. Hey, that face of yours and your eyes and ears, they're all fake, right? How do you know what's around you? I bet you can't hear with those fake ears, can you, mister? I would be way too scared to walk even a single step with my eyes closed. But you can run and jump all over without a cane or anything. How are you doing all that anyway? Huh? What is it? What's wrong? Are you okay? [Applause] Hey, what what is happening to the skin on your face? What in This can't be. Mother, I got a turtle dove on the hunt. You are going to get to eat it and I to Homearoo will cook it for you. Wonderful. Nicely done. It rained like this on that day as well. My dear son, [Music] your your face What the hell? What is this? What uh what are you? Are you even human? In this age, a simple journey put one's life at risk. Travelers were frequently robbed and easily lost. injuries or illness could prove fatal. It was not uncommon for those on the trail to vanish without a trace. Well, now my my my The tale of [Music] [Music] Bondi. I knew you could see. I mean, there's no other explanation, right? You can see how else could you fight that monster back there? You were all over the place. Never seen anything like it. You really shouldn't let impressive skills like that go to waste. You might want to Hey, hey, listen to me. Do you always go around slaying monsters like that? Oh, and what about the swords on your arms? How are they attached? And this your mask? After the battle, it fell off your face and some new skin grew in. If you really look carefully, the mask thing is fake. But your new skin is real, isn't it? That's crazy, right? How did you do that? Are you [Music] listening? Yeah, I knew you could see. You see just fine. I guess you don't want to talk about it, so why not? I'm sorry. I'll get off your case. [Applause] Wow. Whoa. Stop. Stop. Stop. You shouldn't eat it raw. Just hold on a second. [Music] [Music] How about that? Smells good, huh? It'd be even better with a bit of salt, but this will do fine. Here you go. Sometimes it seems like you really can't see after all. It seems like you can't hear her talk either. You really are a strange person, you know. Oh [Music] well. Hey, you want to use your skills to earn money? Leave it to me and I'll make you super rich. Being rich doesn't have to be a dream. Okay, you must have had the same idea or you would have gotten rid of me a long time ago. Yakimaru could neither see nor hear his new acquaintance. But there was something he could see ever since he was born. The fire of the soul. And what was important, it seemed, was the color. There was hostility, hatred, and beings not of this world. And Hiakimaru could detect such dangers. In addition to this ability, Hiakimaru also had extraordinary strengths and instincts. It was the only way he could survive in the darkness in which he lived. Thus, he allowed this one safe passage as the color did not indicate any threat of danger. Take this. You can have the big one because you're bigger than me. Oddly, this soul did not pass him by, but instead remained. It was only the second to do so. No, stop it. Don't do it. Did I say something weird in my sleep? Yeah. You can't hear me? Yeah. Hey, can you at least tell me your name? My name's Doro Dro. And you guess not. Okay, then you're a Mr. Nobody. Good night. Hey. Hey, listen up. I just heard about something that we can make money on with your skills. Come with me. It seems there's a monster haunting a village near here. Apparently, they say travelers who stop by and even some of their own villagers have been going missing from time to time. We're going to get a reward after you take care of that monster like you did the last one. We can save people and get money doing it. Great, huh? [Music] Yeah, this place looks like a jackpot if you ask me. They should have plenty to pay for killing a monster. Excuse me. Did I just hear you mention a monster? Goodness, what on earth are you talking about? Oh, don't act like you don't know about it. We heard you're in trouble. But I've got some really terrific news. Listen and be amazed. This guy right here is an expert at slaying monsters and he's for hire. Oh, are you saying this young man can do such a thing? Sure is Dawn. Just the other day, he chopped down this giant whopper of a monster all by himself without even a single hair out of place. Saw it with my own two eyes. Oh, well then, we don't charge anything up front. So, no fear of getting scammed. Eh, how fortunate that you came to our village. If you will slay this monster for us, the village will do much to repay you. Oh, yeah. Right, everyone? Super. Glad we're on the same page. Sir, village chief. No, no. I am but a representative of the village chief. My name is Dinky. Our actual chief's name is Bondi, but she is unfortunately bedridden and not very mobile. Oh. At any rate, feel free to stay at my home during your time here. I don't have very much to offer, but I can make you some supper. Yeah, you took the words right out of my mouth. Well, come this way then. [Music] Ah, yeah. Now this is paradise. Oh man, I haven't eaten that much in a long time. But you know, they're living pretty extravagantly for being haunted by a monster. They don't have a whole lot of rice patties either. How you think they make so much money? Monster. Hey, monster. Right over there in front. Kill him like you did the other one. Hey, now. Come on, man. Hurry up. See, he wants to fight us. You'll get what you want. Hurry. Take off your arm now. Come on. Go. Hurry up. What? You know he's leaving. Let's go. Oh jeez. What's your deal, gentlemen? Is something the matter in here? Did you boys see the monster? Uh, it was here, but today um was to check it out. Yeah, it's not going to be a big deal. Whatever you need to do. Good morning. Are you awake? Yeah. Pardon me. Lady Bondi says she wishes to meet with you two this morning. Lady Bondi? Oh, yeah. The village chief. Yes. And my apologies. I have yet to prepare breakfast. Sure, that's fine. It is that property right over there. Wow. Good day. What the It's really dark in here. Oh, of course. I apologize for being in such a state. Forgive me for I no longer have the use of my legs. Yet the people of this village allow me to lead. You may call me Bondi. Is there some sort of problem, child? Uh, no. You're just uh pretty. Thank you. Forgive me for calling you all the way here. I heard so much about you from the villagers, I had to meet you right away. Especially that gentleman there. I thought you might be, and I was right. What? You know, my friend [Applause] What are you doing, boy? Hey, what's the matter? This lady is human. Hey, stop it. What's up with you? What's going on in here? What's he doing? He's got a sword for an arm. See him? Hey, quit it. That lady's no monster. You must get him under control. Oh [ __ ] Don't move. The boy's with him, too. Take the boat to the storehouse. What the hell was that? You didn't move a finger against that thing last night and then all of a sudden you go nuts and start attacking a nicel looking lady. I get it. You really can't see. Huh? You don't see nothing. It's quite lively in here today. What? I'm glad to have some companions. What? What's your deal? Did you get into some trouble, too? I heard of a monster in this village and came to see and instead they locked me up in here in my sleep. Why? Who knows? But perhaps this has something to do with all the people who have disappeared. Huh? Anyway, I've seen you before somewhere. You've seen me? So then you can see? Yes. Well, sort of. Those of us without sight can see some things that other people cannot. Sometimes it's much more accurate than what you see with the naked eye. Really? What do you see that we can't? For example, when I look at you, you come across looking something like a clear white flame. A flame? Your soul, so to speak. We see the inside, not what's on the outside. The soul inside? Oh, you mean that Mr. Nobody here can see things the same way you do? Perhaps. So, when he drew his katana back there now, what's going on? Be alert. I sense something. Now I can't see. Don't you worry. We're used to not seeing anyway. What's happening now? What was that noise? Come with me. Okay. It seems like this well is connected to the outside. I can't see. I'm scared. You'll be fine. See? Feel that draft. This place. There's your friend right there. Welcome back. Have you come here to cut me into pieces? A poor sick, crippled, and helpless woman. Give it up. We can see your ugliness. What you harbor inside of you. H. What color? Let me see. Yes, of course. She is the murky color of blood. The worst color of all. I should have devoured you when I had the chance. I'm sure you can tell by now, but this is far worse than any ordinary monster. The demon god. Demon. Doesn't that hurt him? Hey, you. Why'd you let it get away? What was that about? You knew, didn't you? You were well aware and fed the travelers to it. Huh? I had no choice. It would have eventually eaten all of the villagers instead. Well, that's why you wanted us to slay the demon god, wasn't it? Cuz if we defeat the beast, then your problem's finally solved. It seems like it wasn't Bondi that he sought to slay when you two arrived. Huh? [Music] [Music] I cannot believe it is so. To think you were alive this entire time. Seems not everything could be taken from you. It's the only explanation. There is only one who could not get to you. Have you come to reclaim the rest? Interesting. Let's see if you can. No. No. Lady Bondi, you want It's him. What's that? Look at this. It's some money. A lot of it. The money of the travelers. It's all Bondi left behind. Huh? What are you talking about? Sadly, our village has no real resources to make a living anymore. And when Bondi moved into the area and took over, we thought that all was lost. But then, the first traveler Lady Bondi decided to attack happened to be carrying a great deal of travel money. And I'm pretty sure you didn't mind that, did you? Seriously, for real? You're awful. Even worse than the demons. Huh? Stop that sound. I'm begging you. I take it that is what you initially wanted us to slay. Yes, it was his. The first traveler we lured in for Lady Bondi. He was just a pilgrim. I'm sorry. I shouldn't have been such a jerk after you tried to kill Bondi. Guess I was the one who was blind this whole time. Not that you can hear me. On the contrary, your feelings are heard. Do not let it get to you. It's natural for those with sight to be so easily led astray. Actually, she looked like like my dead mama. She looked like her. Interesting. What are you Don't you treat me like a kid. You're nothing but a nobody. Wait, what? You can write? Hey, uh, can you tell me what it says? Perhaps. Let me feel what he wrote. Yaki Maru. So, this must be his name then. Yeah, Hiyaki Maru. All right, then. It's nice to meet you, Hiyakimaru. I know you, too. No wonder I remember [Music] you. You're the one from the river. What? What? Threatening developments on the border? Yes, my lord. They've increased the number of soldiers on guard as if readying for war. Impossible. We are long-standing allies of Lord Sakai. I need you to investigate something. [Music] What's wrong? Hey, you in pain? What's going on? Are you okay? Hang in there. Come on. Hey. An era of endless war. Battles raged and ravaged for centuries. Its destructive reign unrelenting. Bloody scenes of carnage forever lingered from the lore of ancient times. Kill me, please. Let those who still live to rebel see this as a warning. Oh god, please no. Hang that up there, too. [Music] [Music] The tale of Jukai. [Music] [Applause] Hey, Kame. Hello. Hey there. This is for Daka. Wow. Thank you. There's so much. It's nothing. Doesn't even come close to a thank you. It's because of him my son can run around like a normal kid. Once again, this world isn't such a bad place with a man like him walking around. Damn right. [Music] You should be able to move it with the muscles in your shoulder. All you need is a little practice. Oh, wow. Well, look at that. I have an arm. I'm so happy for you, dear. Yeah, right. You mean I can really have this? Isn't there some way I could pay you? I only do this work because I wish. Thank you so much, master. If you would please teach this man how to use his new arm. Sure thing. Next. Dr. Jukai is like a god or something. You're right. He really [Applause] is. When I was an orphan, master gave me a reason to live. And because of that, I am truly honored to help him with his life's work. Master, he's been up all night long. Mama, we are almost at the doctor. Please try to stay calm, my son. What seems to be the trouble? Do you know if Dr. Jukai lives anywhere near here? My son's arm. A passing samurai accused him of stealing from his card and attacked him. He did this. He is going to be fine. Ma'am, my master has a way to save your son's life. I'm afraid it may take some time. But I'll do everything I can. I don't know what to say. Thank you so much. This is wonderful. Did you hear that? Uh-huh. My heartfelt gratitude. I cannot thank you enough. He will be back to running and jumping around in no time. Truth be told, I feared the doctor might be as horrifying as they say. He was great. I suppose you cannot put much stock in rumors. Rumors. Oh. Uh, economy. Master, is it true? I heard that you were uh I heard you actually served under Lord [Music] Sheba. I had fallen into the sea and eventually a foreign ship sailed by and picked me up. I went back with them to their country. There I found myself learning the techniques of prosthetics for those who have lost their limbs. I dare not say it's to atone for my sins, but to die peacefully as if nothing ever happened. Forgiveness would never come so easily. I should have been killed, but I was left to live. It meant there was something I still had to do. It was the battle of Kishi in Sheba province. That is where my father my father was killed. Baba, papa, papa, no. You bastard. You killed my father. Koname, please. I begging for your life will not save you. I care not a thing for my wretched existence. Do whatever you wish to me when this job is finally over, but just let me help a mother and her child. For the sake of that child, Thank you. Thank you, doctor. Goodbye. You could never atone your sins. You You can rot for all I care. Huh? How can you be alive? You wish to live. Is it born? Yes. Yes. A baby boy master. Well done, my wife. He will make a perfect heir. [Applause] [Laughter] Seems like that crap. have took a liking to you. Be careful, you'll scratch your mask up. Here, let's take some home and we'll grill them up. It's about time to head back [Music] anyway. Once again, I was left to live. This boy is missing so much and I have no idea if he can even hear me when I [Music] speak. But this child has a curious [Music] power. He has a deep yearning to survive. This is to be your name now. It means that unfortunately you're surrounded by demons, my boy. But nonetheless, you have nothing to fear. I know you can overcome them. [Applause] Heat. Heat. Jakimaru, are you okay? What the hell was that? Huh? What is it, boy? [Music] It's Yo-kai. They must somehow be drawn to Hiakimaru's unnatural powers. Hyakimaru, I cannot protect you forever. In order for you to survive and live out there all on your own, you must discover your strength. [Music] Okay, that'll be enough. Young master, how strong you are. How about that? I'm now the strongest warrior in the whole entire world. Toaru sword practice. Hi, mother. H What's wrong? It's nothing. But anyway, father, I want to hear all the stories about your last heroic battle. All right. Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] I must dress his wounds. He feels no pain, therefore he knows no fear. He slashes and kills, showing not even the slightest hesitation when it comes to ending a life. I only wished for one thing. for him to overcome his destiny and live strongly. I wished for nothing more than that. Have I yet again made the wrong decision? [Applause] Yakimaru, are you all right? What's the matter? Oh, Shagimaru. Oh, your right leg. You must have put too much weight on it. Are you okay? Huh? What the What's going on? How is this even possible? A leg. A real leg of flesh and blood. I don't understand how this is [Music] happening. Yokai. They do more than consume us. At times they delude us and lend us their powers. They allow a person to benefit from their supernatural abilities. But in return, they take something away. It may be that your body, your very being was taken from you in just such an arrangement. I cannot go with you. I would only be in your way. In the end, I can do nothing else for you. All I have done is teach you how to kill. This amulet, you had it whenever I found you. If you hold tight to it, it may help you one day find your real parents. [Music] I'm alive. [Music] So then are you saying that if he goes around killing demons then he'll eventually get all his body parts back? Yes, I suppose that's what I'm getting at. Someone must have made a deal with some impressive demons a long time ago in exchange for that poor boy's body. That's terrible. I don't know what kind of deal they got, but his eyes, nose, and mouth, they gave like all of his important parts away. They did. One must be prepared to burn in the fires of hell to do such an evil thing. So, what do monsters even want them for? It's not like a single eyeball is going to make all their bellies any fuller. Who could tell? Perhaps it fills their souls in some darkened way. What is that supposed to mean? Yakimaru, you're finally up. Huh? Hey. Well, well, pretty hot, huh? Ah, yes. You've regained your pain. What are you doing? You're going to get burnt. Come on. What in the world has gone into you? Seriously, man. You're a handful. Jeez. I cannot go anywhere. Kyakimato. [Music] Dude, go. [Applause] The tale of the demon sword. Pardon me. Are you uh Don't bother. He can't hear a single word that you're saying. The poor guy's completely deaf. He's just been standing over there getting soaking wet for a long time now. He's as soggy as a drowned rat. And he can catch a cold for all I care. It is the rain. I believe he's listening to the melody of the rain. I told you he can't hear. Well, it certainly appears that way. Hey, are you from a rich family? You have pretty words and a ladylike face. I can't imagine you're some country girl. I'm right, aren't I? Well, uh, the past was long ago. Now I'm just another humble peddler. Well, whatever. So, let me ask you, what was it that you were praying so hard about anyway, for some good business? I was praying that my older brother would come home to me soon. Huh? Your brother? Where'd he go? To fight a war. It's been 5 years now. Five whole years. If it's been that long since he left, he's probably [Music] already Hey, wait. Where are you going? What's going on? Why'd you run off? What? What the hell is this? Who would do something so disturbing? Hey, just who do you think you're messing with, mister? Are you the one who murdered all these people? And why? Why would you do something like this? This katana was thirsty for blood, so I cut them all down. Your katana was thirsty? That's a load of crap. This is no ordinary katana. It's a demon sword that lives by feeding on human blood. Once you have it in your hands, it controls you. It wants nothing more than to kill. You're blaming the katana for slaughtering everyone? Then why don't you explain to me why you've got that creepy smile on your face? [Music] How about that? Seems you're just like me. There's a lust for violence in that blade you have. But it's a bit too loud. Hey, the uparu. Did he get him? If he fell from here, then you must be right. Oh. Oh, right. Your leg. Hold on. I'll go get it. Let's see. Where's his leg? Leg. Leg. Oh, there it is. And that guy's katana stuck in it. That's really messed up. Okay, I'm getting rid of this thing. Are you two out there? Where are you? Is that Tanoski? Tanoske, I'm so glad you've come back. Oh, Sushi. Yes, I'm right here, my dear, dear brother. I've been praying and praying for so long. I've been praying for your safe return home. And so right now I uh What is it, brother? Are you looking for something? Oh, nothing. I will be all right. It will return to me soon enough. Just go back. Listen, I don't want to go this way. Oh crap. Just let me go already. You stupid katana. Hey kid, what are you doing out here all by yourself? You need to get off the mountain now. There's some crazy maniac on the loose. There's something wrong with this. I won't let you rule me. [Music] [Music] Forgive me, Osushi. To fight is the duty of a samurai. Please understand. Don't worry. Father and mother will surely be watching over me. I shall be back before you know it. I too hope so. [Music] Toss. I saw earlier they were selling these out on the street. Chestnut rice. You always liked chestnut rice, didn't you? Do you remember back when I was just a child how once I started crying, there was no way to get me to stop. Mother would always try to soothe me somehow. But I would just keep on wailing and wailing. And whenever that happened, he would come in and fold a paper crane for me like this. And I stopped crying just like that. I would sit there and just gaze at that crane forever. [Music] I'm here. I am sitting right here. He's here. Stay off the street. Yakim Maru. Okay brother, let us go back home. Come back with me. Tanoske, say something. I'm begging you. Please tell me what happened to you. What made you What made you like this? Do it. Do it now. I said to kill him, Tanoske, that castle carpenter has built quite a magnificent fortress for me. Not even a great renowned army could come in and take it over. However, if he betrays us, he could expose its weaknesses to our enemies. It would be no better than a sand castle overnight. So, you must kill him before that [Applause] happens. I beg you, my lord, please reconsider. You're pathetic. Are you not up to the task? Then just take this and finish yourself. [Applause] That is an old katana that's been stored away. It's rusty and dull. Just right for you, wouldn't you say? Now kill him. Do it. That katana is special. It's said to get sharper as it comes into contact with blood. I have no idea if that is true or not, but there's certainly enough blood here. [Music] Thank you. So that's your thing. [Music] My lord, it wants more blood. Mihi demands [Music] [Music] it. What's that? You want even more? Leave it to me. I'll soak you in it as much as you wish. It is here now. Don't go. Please. Tanoske. What's she? What are you doing? Stop it. It's me. Can't you tell? Damn it. You need to let go of me, Osushi. Please, I'm begging you to stay. Please, brother, don't leave me. Let go. Get out of my way. Everything changed whenever you left for war. I could not defend the house nor the land on my own. And now it is all gone. But with you finally back here with me again, we can live like we did before. Please stay here with me. I don't care if you're not the same anymore. I don't. [Music] Will you please stay? Tanoskeu is calling. Don't [Music] know. You did it. Yakimaru, you got it. I can't thank you enough. I'm so exhausted. This katana is mine. It is mine and mine alone. Why didn't you kill me before? Because now you won't be given the chance. It feels good to have you back, Nidu. [Applause] [Applause] Don't know. Wait, please. That's my brother. Don't kill him. Please. Don't know. Dear brother, are you okay? Perfect. [Applause] We have searched everywhere but could not find the whereabouts of the midwife. As for the child, still nothing. The Tale of the Nanny's Song, Part One. [Applause] Yakimaru. Hey big bro. Well, you okay? It's too much for you even out here. It's actually so quiet it creeps me out. Sound. It was the most shocking sense Hyakimaru had recovered thus far. It was relentless. He did not know how to process the innumerable waves and vibrations surrounding him. He was drowning in an overwhelming cacophony, a raging flood of noise. So, um, I guess we should give up on this next Yo-kai slaying, huh? There's a fancy reward for it, but you're in no shape for that right now. What's there? [Music] It's coming. It's a bird. Yo-kai. [Music] [Music] [Applause] Focus. Try to ignore the sounds. [Music] You're left. [Music] Get out of there. [Music] [Applause] The monk. Hey. Oh, if it isn't you two boys again. What a coincidence. Yakimaru, come on. Keep it together. You can do this, big bro. Snap out of it. Oh, his ears. Eh. Well, that's a good thing, I guess. Yeah, but it's not a good thing. He's gotten a lot weaker now that he can hear stuff. It's been too much for him. How so? I mean, the Yo-kai wasn't very powerful. Even you were able to take it down, but he still got all beat up by it. Glad you hold me in such high regard. Um, Hiyakamaru is going to be okay, right? He's gotten past the worst of it, but it would be better if we had some medicine to give him. Okay, I'm sure I can go find some. I'm pretty sure there's a big town on the other side of the river. Better not. Apparently, tensions have been brewing out there. War is on the brink. It would seem Lord Sakai has betrayed one of the neighboring territories. Now the two armies are at a standoff. For outsiders like us to go anywhere near them would be both incredibly risky and foolish. That's why I turned back in the first place and wound up coming across you two. Oh man, why do samuris like to fight so dang much? Oh, I was being loud. Sorry. Try not to move around. Your wounds will open up. Honestly, son, you are like a wounded beast hiding in his cave, scared of his own shadow. Hear this now. This is a human's voice. The other sounds you hear are the fire, the wind, and the creatures of the forest. You must get acclimated to it in order to come out of your cave and venture into this world. Wait. No. Come on. You know he's hurt. You can't force him like that. He just needs time to figure it out himself, you know. [Music] What a lovely and gentle singing voice that is. It is not wise for you to be moving. Oh, confound it. [Music] Something that's hard true love. [Music] Are you hurt? Is everything all right? Ah. So, you're blind, aren't you? Yes, I'm here. What's the matter? You feel like you have a fever. You shouldn't be in the water like this. Let's get you out of here. Here, hang on to me. [Music] I've never seen him looking so profoundly weak like this before. Well, it's probably because of so many wounds. And he has also gained many new feelings from the demon gods. Perhaps it is all simply too much for him to handle. Here, these rags may be old, but they're clean. Thank you. Excuse me, Miss Mio. Forgive us for not only intruding on you, but also being a bother. Not at all. Please stay as long as you want until he's feeling better. Are you sure? Oh, of course. There are a lot of kids here just like your big brother. So, don't worry about putting us out at all. We're all used to it here. Kids, don't lurk around. Come say hello properly. Come [Music] on. One of the wars battles was fought here. We lost our houses and well everything. So now we all live here and we have each other. So, are you saying everyone's moms and dads are Yes, but they're wonderful children. We make do somehow, even though they're so young. Jeez, Mio, you should not still be up. Come on, let's go move. Listen, Mio, you've got to get some rest while you can. We need you healthy. I'll watch over the hurt guy for a while so you can go get some sleep. Okay. Okay, sure. Right. If you need anything, just ask T here. Go on, go. And I already made breakfast, so make sure you eat first. You need the nutrients. Yes. There's enough for you, too. Enjoy the gr. Eat it. Uh, thank you. Anything I can help with? Nah, I'm good. You can watch over the hurt fella. No way. I can't just sit on my butt and do nothing around here. You got to at least let me work for all the food that you've been feeding us. Oh, that's admirable of you. Even though you were crying and sobbing. What? I was not. That's a lie. I wasn't crying ever. Hey, keep it down. You'll wake up Neo. Sorry, but why is she sleeping in the middle of the day? Cuz she works at nighttime. Lord Sakai's army doesn't really know when the war might start back up again. So, they have to stay up all night and need someone there to serve them. And well, the pay is better at night. Mio must be real good at it, too. She even gets food. Anyway, she has to get her sleep during the day. Huh. You're pretty important around here, you know. You going somewhere? I am. I was thinking perhaps there's a path where one could avoid the battlefield. So, I'm taking a little stroll, but if I do not return, then you can assume I found myself a game trail or some way to sneak out. Good day. Okay. What's up? I thought you guys were together. We just kind of crossed paths. Huh? He's some weird roaming monk. I can't help but wonder if there's going to be another war soon. Yeah, if there is, we're not in a very good place. Sakai's army at the border has yet to make a move. We stand at a deadlock. If this lasts any longer, I am afraid we will have to send additional provisions. We have more than enough stocked up for that. Yes, but it has not rained for almost a month now. The people are growing weary. It is uncommon for it to be so dry during this season. I believe we should retain our reserves just in case. This land is the most fertile in all the region. Yes, sir. How can you be so sure? Excuse me. This thing with Lord Sakai. And now this drought seems unending. And if you recall, we also had a landslide this year as well. It's as though we've gone back to the way things used to be. What are you saying? It is very simple. This domain and everyone in it sits at top a very fragile foundation. And I would ask that you never forget where you've put us. It could crumble apart at any moment. To hell with Sakai and his army. Tell the men to take care of them quickly. Yes, sir. Go go go go go go go go. [Laughter] Children, don't just laugh. Help out. Hiakimaru, how are you feeling? You still have a fever. I have an idea. I'll get some medicine tonight. I'm sure Lord Sakai's army must have some. Okay, I'm headed off to work. Hey, uh, get up. It's almost time for us to eat dinner. [Music] I found a red flower. Yakimaru hair. [Music] As expected, you critters are far better navigators than we humans could ever be. This way then. Oh my. This is quite the lovely spot. [Music] Oh, what are you doing out here? Guess what? I got you some medicine. I'll brew it for you. So strange. Sometimes I feel as though you can see. Like deep down inside of me. He can. He sees your soul. What? Listen, don't wander off on your own. Okay. I was getting worried. He sees my soul. Mhm. I don't really understand it myself. Apparently, he sees the colors of the souls of all living things. And not only people, but grass, trees, and animals. He can even find Yo-kai easily, too. I bet they've got a really nasty color. Oh, yeah. What's that? I'm guessing that he wants to hear you sing that song again. To sing? Apparently, he doesn't find your voice to be as loud and annoying as everything else. Hey, I got it. If he listens to you sing, then he'll get used to sounds. If he never does, then he'll be like an injured animal hiding in a cave. You can help him out with your song. It's worth a try anyway. But my singing, I promise you, it really isn't all that great. Okay. [Music] I found a red flower for her. Where shall I place this crimson treure? Nohere other than her hair. Oh. Oh. Uh, it's the monk. I take it you didn't find a safe path out there. Well, uh, not exactly, though I do have some good news and some bad news to share. Whoa, that sounds like a great place. It will serve as a safe refuge. Even if there is a war, you shouldn't be caught in the middle. I did stop and give the soil a bit of a taste, and it seemed pretty hearty to me. Let's go. It sounds great. We can live there. Uh, right. There is a slight catch, I'm afraid. Something has already laid claim to that piece of land. Claimed it? But you said it was vacant. A demon god. And a big one at that. It's not something we want to face unprepared. Here we go again. Demon god. Is that like a monster? It is, but it's way stronger than just your run-of-the-mill Yo-kai. Okay, then. Wait. No, don't. You're not going demon gods in your condition. No, you can't. Not with those injuries. Do something. Although this technically was the initial reason I told you, I did not think you would try it before your wounds were actually healed. Impatient, aren't we? Hey, monk, watch after him for me. All right. And I'll do more whatever I can. a precarious situation. What? You're going to work at the enemy encampment? You would be going to work for both Lord Sakai's army and the enemy? Mhm. Starting tonight. That can't even be possible. He's right. It's hard enough on you as it is. But moving to a new location means we'll have to be properly prepared. There's no point if all there is is land. I guess that's all true, but don't you worry. War took a lot from us, T. This is how we take some back from it. Yeah. Okay, with that settled, I should rest up while I can. Good night, then. Good night. Mio's really stubborn when she gets her mind set on something. And well, I heard there's a lot of rough necks in the enemy Bivoac, right? I'll just go keep an eye on her. you. Then I'm going too. No, T. You got to stay here and take care of everyone else. Don't worry. If it looks like she's doing too much, I'll make her quit. Okay, I appreciate it. She wants to take back from the war, huh? It's a good idea. And not only that, we should take back from the samurai, too. How long are we going to be sitting here doing squat? I can't make a name for myself like this. You're telling me nothing to do here in the boonies but take a giant dump? Excuse me, sir. I'm here looking for some work. Where did Mio end up going? You can tell. [Music] Yes. Are you up for this? Perhaps this isn't the right time yet. Oh, someone's there. Do it. [Music] Oh, dear God. Overwhelmed by hearing the world around him, Hiakimaru was injured. He was taken in by a girl named Mio, who had created a safe haven for children orphaned by the war. But as Yakimaru found himself face to face with a demon god, his new friend saw something he would never forget. That's That's just not I got to get back. Oh, hey. Oh, man. What happened? Doro, perfect timing. Help me out. Are you okay? Oh my god. his leg. I knew he should not fight with his injuries. The demon god has taken it. You in pain? What can I do? Wait, his voice? That's right. Despite losing his leg, it seems he did get his voice back. So he can talk. The tale of the nanny's song, part two. Oh, Neo, welcome back. Thanks. Whoa. What happened? You're hurt. It's nothing serious. I just tripped coming back. Well, okay, but you should really lie down. This is exactly why I was so against you going to work at both of the camps. You're better off just What's that? Oh, you see, what happened? Calm down. He's not going to die, but he he is simply not ready to fight. Come on now. Never mind him, Mio. You need to get some rest. But I'm the one experienced with this. You get food ready for everyone. Okay. Damn it. What happened to you all of a sudden? I mean, shouldn't you be staying to look after your friend? Yeah, but Well, I guess it's okay. Mio's still there for him. I tell you, her need to take care of people is a real pain. She should really be taking care of herself sometimes. Hey, T, have you ever gone to work at the camps with Mio before? I always stay behind. We can't leave the little ones here all alone. Guess not. What can I do? You know, we have to rely on Mio to go to work or else we're all just going to starve to death. Look, I'm not blaming you, okay? And you know what? We made a promise to own a rice field someday. A rice field? Yeah. It'll be a big old sea of green in the summer. And then the field will turn golden in the fall. Gold like money. And we'll grow more rice than we can ever eat. Up until now, we've only seen rice fields burnt by war or all dried up by droughts. But Mio said they used to be everywhere when she was a kid. Everyone, we're going to have our very own rice field someday. Green and golden and all ours. It won't be very long and I can go off to work, too. That way, Mia won't have to work so dang hard. Yeah, I'm coming. Don't you worry. War took a lot from us, T. This is how we take some back from it. You know, we could use a good rain about now. Well, I wouldn't worry. We've always been blessed by rains every year. See, there are some clouds forming now. Please, father, allow me to join the reinforcements to suppress the Sakai clan. Let me show you I can crush a small domain like it is nothing. [Music] War is not to be underestimated. If that is how you think, then you are yet too young. Get back to training, boy. Father, to [Music] mother. Mother, could you please talk to father so that I should be allowed to fight in the war? Your father just told you that you are not yet ready to fight. No matter what I say to him, that answer will not change. Father does not understand any of this. If he would just allow me to go to war, then I can distinguish myself in battle. Would that not make you both pleased? Oh, of all things. Would my achievements not make you and father proud? That's not what I mean. No, you are always like this, mother. No matter what sort of great prize I hunt down or how skilled I am at fighting, it is never enough for you, is it? It's just that I It's just I dislike anything to do with war. It is not war that you dislike. It is me. How can you even think that to Homodu? Where is there a mother on Earth who would do such a thing? Shoko Mutsu, time for a ride. Bring the horses around. Yes, sir. Young master, you need not say anything, Mutsu. I know that I acted a bit childish. A bit. The lady of the house is very kind, especially to you. Always. Yes, I heard you the first time. True. Mother has never once been unkind to me. Yet still. Young master. Young master. That's too dangerous. You shall get hurt. Get down. Young master, look at me. Look at me. I know you can hear me. Do come down. Please. Young master, get down here right this up there. I said to get down, young master. Young master, you need to calm down. There is something in this world to which mother gives her heart so strongly above all else. She will never say it. But she is hiding something. And it is not just mother. Father is hiding things too. It is very simple. This domain and everyone in it sits a top a very fragile foundation. I would ask you never forget where you put us. They're keeping something from me. [Music] [Music] Oh, Hakimaru, you must stay put. You mustn't go. I understand that you're frustrated, but pushing yourself is only going to make it worse. To be honest, I've done the same. I pushed myself too hard as well. That was stupid of me. I knew it wasn't going to be easy to make money. No. No. I swore that I would never cry because of a samurai ever again. I cry, I lose. The same for you. If you try too hard and die, you lose. Anyways, I heard that you found your voice. That's amazing. Try to say something. Are you saying it's noisy? Your own voice? You'll get used to it. Doro told me if you don't heal, you'll be like an injured animal hiding in a cave. Well, then a song. I know you like songs, right? [Music] You know, I sing whenever I feel sad. Keeps me from crying. So, [Music] red flower. [Music] You're leaving? Yes, I shall be taking it slowly and go where I can. It is easy enough to go around where the demon god is. I am in no hurry anyway. Although it would be useless to try and convince Hiyakimaru of that. Why is that? If you take something away from a child, the child will always try to get it back. He was born with nothing. And now he can take back everything he has never known. In his horror, her song seems to calm him down. Calm down how? The demon god flames that Yakimaru has sensed his entire life. They are the embers left behind from his whole ordeal or something like that perhaps. Just make sure that whatever comes out of that cave is not a demon itself. Bye now. Please don't stare at me. Hiakimaru, I understand you are able to see people's souls, the colors of them. Please don't look at mine. It's probably really filthy. Really? Your hands? They don't make me tremble. It is a reprimand from our lord. No provisions. He will send them and men. But waiting would only bring shame. We strike. Time for an attack. Don't let them see it coming. Tell all the men to be on watch for any Zakai spies. Yes, sir. [Music] You going to work though? I guess you know now what my job is. Sorry, I I didn't mean to look on purpose. It's fine. I honestly don't feel all that ashamed about it. It is how we all survive. But I understand if you want to keep your distance. It is a dirty job. At any rate, I'm amazed at how a boy your age is able to understand what my job is. Well, I traveled around with my mama a lot and uh at that time, no matter how hungry we got, that's the only job mama didn't do. I see. What an admirable mama. But that's how Mama died. Mama was admirable, but so are you for staying alive. [Music] You are you're going to take from war what war took from you and those kids, right? Then take every last bit of it. Rice fields, farms, all of it. I'll do that. Here you go. Now, eat up. Okay. It'll make you stronger. So, what if you got one of your legs taken? You got your voice back. So, don't be so quiet. Say something already. Come on. You need to eat if you want to use that voice. Water. Water. Sorry about that. Hey. Uh, so tell me, you're not going to lose to those demons, are you? There's no way that you'll turn into one of those those demons, right? Forget it. Just eat up. You need it. [Laughter] I found a red flower for her. Where shall I? I'm leaving for work now, but don't let Hiakimaru go back out there, okay? There is no way his body can hold up. Yeah, I know that. That's wicked. It's built into your arm. So, I'd like to show you something. We got them from the battlefield. Look, this one's pretty nice, isn't it? [Music] Yakimaru. [Music] What? Really? Seems as though the rain is coming. Mio, we're in trouble. Hi Maru went after the demon god. Went after him. [Music] [Music] All right. [Music] [Music] Take that's it. All that for nothing. That was wrong. You just left without telling me. You know, Mia was worried about you, too. Well, the good news is your leg grew back. What is something wrong? the temple. Make certain there are no survivors. H What the hell's this? What the hell's going on? Just who are you? Are you one of them, too? This woman came to do her dirty business with my soldiers at our encampment. the other day and then she was seen entering the Sakai camp last night. She has been disposed of for being a suspected spy. Milo jerk face. How could you? I see you're upset. Was she a friend of [Applause] Who the hell do you think you are? Look at the guy's damn arms. M. Come on, Mio. Ducky. Help me out. Kill them. Kill them. Big bro. [Music] Just make sure that whatever comes out of that cave is not a demon itself. Spare me, please. I beg you. Please spare me. Stop it. No. Don't. Don't. You can't turn into a demon. Please. Please. Big gross. Here. Look. A has this pouch with her. It's rice seeds. She really did take it back from the samurai to make her own rice field. She didn't lose. You can't lose either. Promise me. here. I found a red flower. I found a red flower for her. Where shall I place this crimson treure? Nohere in her hair. Just make sure that whatever comes out of that cave is not a demon itself. Hey, so uh are you hungry? Guess food is the last thing on his mind. Say, you've never laughed before, have you? Tickle, tickle, tickle, tickle, tickle. Fine, go ahead and be old silky face forever. It's not my problem. Huh? I'm never going back to my life. I want to stay with you forever. I want to Hey, this isn't the time or place to be doing stuff like that. Go get eaten by a bear or a wilderbeast. Just get out of here. [Music] [Music] Hey, are you all right? You What's your deal? Quit goofing around already. Huh? I'm coming. Hang [Music] on. Show yourself. Crud. It looks like it got away. Oh, look. The village over there. I must find prey to regain my energy. The Tale of the Spiderwoman. [Music] The fact that I cannot even pull myself up is pathetic. All your rules sure are a pain in the butt. Don't worry. We have extra guards out on duty to protect the village. Protect from what? Well, there have been a rash of kidnappings recently. Kidnappings? Yeah. Our people keep disappearing almost nightly. See those watchtowers there? That's what those are for. You let us know right away if you see anyone suspicious. You know what? I bet that spider monster is who's responsible for kidnapping all those villagers. It seems like a big problem for them. If we can take care of this, it'll save lives. And I bet there'll be a big fat reward, too. I must complete it. If only this. Hey, miss. Are you okay? I'm sorry. I didn't mean to scare you. Uh, are you sick? They're as pale as death. You can come to my place. I can at least give you something to eat. Would you like me to carry you? I can walk. Okay, follow me. I need life force and this fool is a good place to start. Um, so what's your name anyway? You can call me Yajiro. I do not have a name. No. Okay, then. There. So, how about I call you Oh. Oh, Hagi. Yeah. You were lying in a bed of hoggy flowers. Call me whatever you like. Great. Well, oh, you must be hungry. Eat up. What the hell is this? It looks vile. Eat it. You'll like it. It's good. So, where are you from? If you don't mind me asking. If you must know, I do mind. Okay. Why were you lying in the road? I wasn't lying there because I wanted to. If I can get my strength back, I will leave this place without a second thought. Aren't you going to eat? Uh, I already ate earlier before you got here. Is that so? Anyway, eat as much as you want. I need to head out and go to work. I'll be back by dusk. Once you're done, try to get some sleep. What a peculiar person. This is my food. You are not allowed to touch it. [Music] No farms, no crops, nothing. It might be kind of hard for us to find any food in this [Music] village. What's going on here? Hey, mister. Can you tell me what that sign says? It says there's to be a reward for anybody who captures the kidnapper. though. No matter how big the reward, it doesn't seem they will be caught anytime soon. There you go. Just like I said, that reward is going to be ours. Oh, yeah, kid. Do you know who it might be? So, are you after the reward, too? It's better if you keep your distance on this one. I mean, we're dealing with a monster here. A monster? That's right. Shut up. If the monster's going to come out, it'll be after the sun goes down. Beside, we don't have the energy to search blindly all day. Got to play it smart. Hey Frank, let's move. This is all I can do by eating only human food. It took a little longer than I thought. Sorry. Did you manage any rest? I slept, but I was awoken by all the noise outside. Yeah, there was another accidental death out at the work site. It's been happening more and more. Too often, I'd say. Why do you work so hard then? If you die, it defeats the purpose. This village only survives because of the quarry. And our lord won't allow for the profits to decrease. Humans are such inconvenient beings. You still look really pale. Oh, I see you ate your fill. A cockroach. Why did you let it go? So, it's okay for humans to die, but not bugs. Humans and bugs are the same. They both have their own life to live. [Music] I have never met a human who would say such a thing. You're an odd one. Am I? Anyway, here, eat some dinner and then sleep. It'll do you some good. A man like you. It is a first for me. It is as though we are both starving. I'm pooped. We walked all night long but didn't find anything. Where the heck is that stupid spider monster thing hiding? I can't even think straight. Let's get some sleep while it's still cool out. Hey, what's that posting say? It says another person disappeared last night, so the reward is going up last night. But there wasn't any sign of a monster. Maybe I was wrong about the kidnappings. Maybe it's not a monster. Hey, will the person who takes people away ever get caught? There's no way that's going to happen. No matter how hard the reward piles up, there's not a single soul in this village who would dare go and snitch to the Lord about it. Okay, there's nothing in the village for us to eat except maybe bugs and weeds. Guess we'll just chew on some herbs and rest up until night. Oh, Hagi, you're even more emaciated. I just don't get it. So, listen. I saw you leave very early this morning. It was still dark, but I noticed that you did not have a torch with you. Do you have another job besides the quarry in the mountains? Yeah, a bit of a night gig once the moon sets. I would actually say it's my main job. Must be tough. Oh, Hogi, as far as I can tell, you have some sort of illness, but this village has no doctors, and you don't have a travel pass, so it'll be difficult for you to leave and find one. But I know of a way to get you out of here if you want. Well, it seems I will not find any young prey around here anyway. I would love to leave this place if I could, Yashiro, but I'm afraid I have no way to pay you. I just want you to live. How could I forget? You see me in the same way that you see a cockroach. Yes, you are the same. There's no difference in the value of life. But I certainly do not wish to die. So, help me get out. Yes, of course. We'll go as soon as possible. Tonight, after the moon sets and before the dawn breaks, you just rest up until then. If the kidnapper isn't a monster, then it'll be pretty difficult for us to even find him. Anyway, tonight's our last chance. Okay, this will be our last night looking for the monster. Hard to get motivated on an empty stomach, but let's do what we can. Where are we going? This is not the way to the village exit. There are always guards posted over there. It's right this way. We have to hurry up and get out there before sunup. It's a rough trip, but bear with me. It's tough on a kid like me to walk two nights on an empty stomach. Sorry about this. Looks like we struck out this time. We should give up and move on to the Huh? Oh, do you need to take a minute to rest? Do not underestimate me. I could suck your entire life force away. Hey, you're the guy that we met yesterday. You're the boys after the reward. You again? Have you come to finish me off? You filthy little pests. I've heard that voice before. It's her. It's her. This lady is the spider monster. I just knew she was the village kidnapper. You get away from that thing, mister, or she's going to suck you dry. If we take out the monsters, then we can eat. Get to slashing, big bro. Oh, Hogi is a monster. Oh, come on. Don't you get what I'm saying to you? This woman is a monster and also a kidnapper to boot. I'm the one who's the kidnapper. I guide people to escape from this village. Ohi is innocent. I don't mind being caught, but please let her go free. Please. She's sick and very weak right now. Sick? But why would you want to protect a monster? So, you're the escape guide. You've caused us trouble. We're the ones that found him first, so you better fork over that reward. There's no such thing. That was just to entice squealers. Talk about being heartless. That's dirty business. You guys are total scum. I'm fine with scum. But if we allow any more laborers to leave and the profits decrease, then it shall be our own heads that get removed. Bring the desertters to me. such foul tasting energy. Be careful. Do you refuse to let me go? Don't just stand there. Your job is not done yet, escape guide. Which way do we go? That way. Come on then. All right, stay still. So, yeah, the reward was fake, which means that we're working for free. So, now what? Guess that answers that. What are you scared? No. If I do not do this, they will catch up to us. I'm fine. Good. Hold on to me. What? So, you're all in good health now, huh? You can get along without me. Or so it would seem. I have not regained enough strength to get through the mountains. I need the life force of at least five or six more men. The men that you drain, do they die? I see humans as precious prey. I had never taken a life until that man earlier. If kept alive, a life force can revive. Then I can have it again because living together is the secret to life. So then you will continue, right? Yes. That's good. [Music] Look at that. Not even you could climb something that crazy steep. We'll just have to chase after them. Let's go. This is the secret passage. It's narrow here, but becomes wider inside. You hear that water running? Follow that sound and you will reach the stream on the other side of the mountain. It is dark in there, but I assume you don't need a light. So, I doubt they will catch up to you. Well, my job officially ends here now. You should go. You need to come with me. Huh? You cannot stay here anymore. Now that your secret has been exposed. When you get caught, do you think they will let you free? I'm pretty sure I'll be used to set an example for everyone else. Is that how you want it to end? Of course not. Then you need to escape with me. Or do you not want to be with a monster? Okay. Oh, instead of dying here in this god-forsaken village, I will leave with you and live on as your prey. I know I will never meet another human as strange as you ever again. Shall we go then? Yaj, that's what you get for thinking you can betray the Lord. Kill him together with the beast. You bastards. [Music] I will take the life force of every one of you. [Music] [Music] You okay? I know there is no doctor in the village. So I will take you to find one. I will not let you die on me. [Music] It would seem that one of us must die no matter what. No, you mustn't kill. Oh, you don't have to. You have me. Remember. [Music] Well, those two went on their way. Hard to believe there are Yo-kai out there who like humans. The world's a crazy place. But well, I'll say it's a good thing that you have your hearing back now, isn't it? Or else I think the result would have definitely left something of a bad taste in our mouths. Still not talking. What did I expect? Well, fine then. I'll talk enough for the both of us and get rid of that gloomy and der mood you love so much. Spider. Ow. You bit me, you little turd. I'm sorry. I probably scared you more than you scared me. Well, wait. Did you just You just snorted. I heard it. It was your very first chuckle. But that was mean. That's not the kind of chuckle I want to hear. You were laughing at me, not with me. I know you know the difference. There's the kind of laughing Oh, What? [Music] It's raining ash. No, it's the forsaken cloud. Find a bride. We must prepare a bride. [Music] The cloud had mysteriously appeared as if from nothing. It simply hung over the land as if it had been left behind. The town's people began referring to it as the forsaken cloud. The tale of sorrow. That stinks. It's like the stench of hot rotten eggs. Doesn't it bother you at all? Do you even know what smell [Music] is? Man, it sucks talking to myself. You do realize you got your voice back, right? All right, let's practice some talking skills. So, I want you to try to say something to me. Okay. Wow, it looks like a bridal parade, but uh something seems off here. Whoa. Hold on there. What the hell do you think you're doing? What are you doing? Why the heck are you shooting arrows at a happy bride? What's wrong with you? There's nothing happy about this. That girl is being taken to be the bride of a vicious monster. Of a monster. And I am going to stop that from happening. Move it or I'll shoot you two. Now, just hang on, pal. I think you might need to tell us what's going on here. When it comes to monsters, my friend and I just so happen to be experts. That's it. A cloud floating over the village. That's the monster. That's right. That's what she said. People call it the forsaken cloud. They say it first appeared a long time ago and whenever it did, it took people. So one day they offered up a beautiful village bride and pleaded for it to leave their people alone. Apparently it left quietly after that. So, ever since when it comes back, they offer another bride. If they don't, it could get mad and take out the whole village. Even though it's a monster, it wants a human bride. And why so many? My big sis said it must feed on them when it takes them away. Man, I really don't understand how monsters think. So, then I guess your sister was chosen this time, huh? I have got to save her from it. She is the only person here who's nice to me. That's where heroic strangers come in. This guy right here has taken out tons of monsters. A cloud like that would be easy to beat. Are you serious? However, we do expect a reward. We can't just do it for free, you know. They're really good. Not what I meant. We need something actually worth something. This is gold dust. I picked it up out of the river. I got a bunch of rocks like that. You can have all you want. Really? We've got ourselves a deal then. My name's Doro. And I'm Su. Su? You mean like a monkey? That's funny. Doro is funny, too. No, it's not. You don't know what you're talking about. Better than Su. Whatever. Don't worry. I'm here. No. I told you over and over again not to come. I came here to save you. Okay. I cannot leave with you, Sadu. But why not? You mean that you you want to save the village? Forget those rotten people. They're offering you up to the beast so that they can save themselves. That is not true. I made the choice to do this myself. I will not stand by and allow everyone in the village to be slaughtered. And that includes you. Why can't someone else do it instead? A sacrifice must be made. Take it easy. Just hold on a minute. You'll be fine. Look, miss. We're going to take down that nasty monster for you. That'll solve everybody's problems. Who are you? And how exactly do you plan to do that? If it eats people, then it has to have a belly and a mouth somewhere. We'll just cut those things right up. See that? He's got things under control. Too late now. It's already here. [Music] We should get out of here and just leave her. Shut up, you idiots. It'll hear you. [Music] What are you doing? The monster's over there. Hey, what's wrong with you? Hiakimaru's vision was twisted and distorted through a web of black flame. And this whirling murky darkness surrounding him belonged to the fiery souls of the Yo-kai he hunted. But now he had completely lost what vision he had. [Music] Fix this. It's a centipede. And it's ridiculously huge, too. Get ready. It's coming. We're We're safe now. This is where you live? Yep. It's all mine. You live here alone? Yeah. So, that girl isn't actually my sister. I've lived by myself out here my whole life. My parents died from a disease when I was still just a little kid. But I survived and all I had was the mountain. Then the villagers came. They said they didn't want me on the mountain anymore. And so they they ended up running me off. [Music] You stay away from me. Oh, I see you hurt yourself. Let me take a [Music] look. You must be the orphan boy who lives on the mountain. You have a cute little face like a monkey. What's your name? What's my name? Um, you mean to tell me you don't remember the name you were given? It's Su. My name is [Music] Su. It felt strange just watching her. It made me forget about being hungry or cold. In the past, my mother was the only one who had ever been kind to me. So I thought maybe maybe this woman had been my mother some other place or some other time. Your mother, huh? Su. Um, well, there's no sense crying about it. I need to get out there and make things right again. You understand? Yeah. And you know, once I accept a job, I intend to do it properly. Let's kill that centipede together. Yeah, it's just that I don't know exactly why yet, but Hiyakimaru can't seem to move very well inside that cloud. I think the two of us might have to handle that monster on our own. Huh? Has the cloud gotten bigger than it was before? Huh? What's this? The monster shedded skin. Not good. Centipedes are supposed to get even bigger after they mol. Get even bigger? It was already huge. And isn't it supposed to go away once it's had a fresh new bride? It might be mad about what happened from this afternoon. So what now? Oh, it has some sort of weakness to sunlight. If we can find a way to lure it out of the cloud and into the sun, then we can beat it. I think I have a pretty good idea on how to kill it. Then let's do it. A centipede slaughter. All right. A battle to avenge big sis. Sis, I'm sorry. Come and get me, you big ugly dummy. Bigger doesn't always mean better. Try not to trip over all those spinly legs of yours. Over here. Come on. It's about time. Too close. It's up to you now, Su. [Music] [Music] This one is for big sis. [Music] All that fire and it's still not enough. Guess not. But I wouldn't worry about it. Just stay right there and melt under the sunlight. No way. Dang it. After all we did and still [Music] nothing. Yeah. [Music] See that? Slashed it. Not sure how he just did that. Hiakimaru's vision was gone. He sensed nothing but vacant darkness. So he located the Yo-kai by listening to the sound of the arrows striking. He's in trouble. I see it's sound. What are you going to do? [Music] Hey, stupid face. Big bro, I'm right by the centipede's head. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Maybe he's he's trying to call out for him. [Music] [Music] I'm right over here and I'm hanging right next to its eye. You're done for this time. There's a head on the tail, too. You okay? No problem. We're all good. fix this. Please wake up. Yes, it's me. I don't believe it. You made it. I could never go on without you. Oh, man. Is it happening? Whoa, look at that. You just got your nose. All right, here is your well-earned reward. Thank you much. What am I supposed to do with this? Whatever you want. They're all over the place out here. What I wanted is gold, not useless yellow junk like this. You know, precious gold. I only had a few like that. The others are pretty close. A Come on, man. I would like to know the name of the young man who saved my life. Doro. Thank you, sir. Doro. So, what do you two plan on doing now? We plan to live together in the village since I am alone as well. Oh, good for you, Su. I know, right? Oh, yes. Your name. We need to think of a new one for you. Su's fine by me. No, no, a name is very important. Okay. You're starting to sound like you're my real sister. [Laughter] Well, that's that. Doro. So, this new sense of yours. It's called smell. Hang on. Did you call me Doro just now? That's the first time that you've said my name. That was great. You pronounced it right and everything. Not bad for your first try. You've been going around smelling stuff ever since this morning. Haven't you had enough of that yet? Cut it out. That's weird. The tale of tragedy. What do you want, Doro? Doro body hot touch sick, huh? Sorry, but I'm just a farmer. I don't have medicine. I can't help. Best of luck. That you, Mama? You're going to be okay, child. Is that you, mama? Do not worry. Just get some sleep. You are in a temple. Your friend brought you here so that you can feel better again. Big bro. Big bro. You mustn't. No. No, he can't. He's going to try to leave me behind again. Do not worried, my child. He only went to go get you some more water. No, no one is going to leave you behind. I hate red spider liies. They remind me of my papa and mama. Were they such terrible parents for you to bear that hate? No, nothing like that. Papa and Mama were extremely good to me. They were always warm and gentle. [Laughter] Hey, Papa. Will you take me with you and the men next time? Only if your mama tells me it's okay. Those samurai bastards serves them right. Damn. It feels good, huh? Every last one of them shivering and shaking right down to their gourds. We're so strong right now. I bet even Daigo's army couldn't beat us. No doubt. Who should we go after next? Well, let's see. Son, you need to go to your mother. But I want to listen to you guys. Do I can horse around with you later? Okay. Who do you? Mama, I want to go with papa. I told you no already, sweetie. But why not? I can beat up the bad guys, too. Maybe when you get a little bit bigger, okay, but I said I want to go now, mama. Come on, please. That'll be enough. Don't make me tie you to a tree again. [Music] What's with the puffed out cheeks, kiddo? You trying to be a squirrel? I'm no squirrel. What you doing? Throwing rocks. I can't use a katana, so I'll defeat the bad guys by throwing rocks at them like this. Well, you got the right idea at least, kid. But you want to know something? You cannot survive in this world on just strength alone. Okay, they're coming. The samurai are attacking. No, no, no. You hide over there. What's the plan? They're back for revenge. You will pay for what you've done. You're nothing but alcohol. Huh? Do not include us with the likes of such worthless scum. The only people we attack are you gutless samurai. alive. Let's go. Is papa okay? Oh, don't you worry. Your papa is still your papa. Yeah. All right. Now what, boss man? We will need to gather up some new men and regroup. If we were to run away, it would disgrace the men who died today. Oia, we will have to stay on the move for a while. Yes, I understand. Swarming groups of bandits known as Briggins scourged the land. Their cold brutality brought fear and terrified the hearts of the helpless. Eventually, samurai who'd lost their lords formed their own factions, and the poor quickly devoted themselves to them in order to survive. But Hibokuro's group was unique, consisting mainly of farmers who specifically only assaulted samurai. Hey, Papa. Why do you go around the region beating up the samurai? That is how we go about teaching them an important lesson. That we all deserve respect as fellow living beings. Oh, really? So, the samurai don't understand how to be good. Nah, I would say that they most likely got it through their thick skulls by now. What do you mean? Just take a look around. You've gathered up a rather skillful group of followers. Why don't you start thinking about the future and what it holds for you? If you can get yourself into a lord's favor, then you could get into a better position, boss man. Itachi, have you simply forgotten all the horrible things that were done to us because of this awful war the lord selfishly started? Our parents and siblings were slaughtered like livestock. They even burned down the village. The village we built together. Look, you have to deal with your current situation, okay? You can't just wallow and base your life on the past forever, you know? Listen, we need to join forces with the samurai if we're ever going to get ourselves out of the muck. You pathetic coward. Come on. I have no shame in my line of thinking. Say that one more time and I will bury this blade right into your mouth. Of course, boss man. [Music] The Yanagimoto troops are worn out from waging war with Daigo. I'd say now is our perfect chance for this. Oh, Damn you, Itachi. What have you done? Look, whether you like it or not, this whole region is going to be a battlefield. This is the age of the samurai. Meaning that from now on, people can no longer afford to make a living being stubborn like you. I'm taking the rest of your men with me. You son of a [ __ ] I will tell you to shred. With those legs, you can barely stand anymore. Shame. Can't put me in my place. Bman, once named after the firebox. But the fire's out and you've been snuffed. Honey. [Music] We should find something to eat. Come on. Is this what hell is like? I don't know, but it might actually be better than this. [Music] Why do spider liies always look like the color of blood, Papa? Because they covered what became a battlefield and soaked up the blood of the dead. Huh? Do not speak such nonsense. You're going to scare the poor child. Please don't. It took years and years for us to build this village into what it is today. It's all we have. Silence. There must be absolutely no obstacles in the path of our army's attack. Listen. These are the Lord's orders. No, please. How the hell are we supposed to survive without our homes or any crops? Hands off, peasant. burn it to the ground. That's so mean. The lords and samurai think they can do anything they want if under the pretext of war. Oh, please, dear, just stop. Let's go. You there, stop. I could never forget that giant pole sword of yours. Our compound was raided by Briggins. All my friends were murdered in the attack. I never understood at the time what quirk of fate made me the lone survivor. Now I fully understand. Kill him. Make him pay. The thing about a spear is you use it like this. All right. Papa, wake up. Papa. Papa. Papa. Wake up. Papa. Papa. [Music] Mama, I'm really hungry. This war will someday. And when it does, you will be able to eat all you want. You mustn't give up until then. Okay. Door. Okay. [Music] You there, miss. Yes, sir. I understand it may be none of my business, but if you and your child need anything, samurai are giving out free meals over at the temple. But you should hurry. Well, what a surprise. What is this? Why are you here? That's easy. I managed to place myself into a lord's favor. But well, now I've got to reestablish myself on the battlefield. There are lots of briggins out here. And not to mention, this is the quickest way for me to gather up some necessary men. Tell me, what happened to Ibukuro? I'm sorry, it's been a while, huh? You're looking good. Or maybe not. Don't. But I But he You need to listen to what your mother tells you. Okay, Mom. Uh, we're about out, folks. There isn't enough here for everyone. Wait here for a second. Okay. Sir, please. May I have some? Sir, uh, you don't even have a bowl to use. And well, we don't have any of the ones that we brought with us. I'm really sorry. I must feed my baby. Pour it here. Um. Uh. Oh. But uh do as she says. Um Yes, sir. Mama, does that hurt you? I'm fine. Now, don't rush and eat it too fast. Okay, yummy. What about you, mama? Don't worry. It's all yours. I honestly didn't want to see you living your life like this. Sunken so low. No. Nobody can survive on just strength alone these days. Use what you got here. Got to learn to use your head, kid, or you'll lose it. I hate you. [Music] Mama, are you Mama? I'm going to be fine. I just need to rest. Please, Mama, hold on. I'll find some food for you to eat. Mama, come here, sweetie. The the war will end someday. Please, you mustn't give up until Mama. Mama, answer me. Please, mama. I won't say that I'm hungry anymore. Please don't die. Mama. Mama. That's why I'm never going to give up not to to some war. I know not how you two are related to each other, but it must be very difficult traveling with such a young girl who has suffered so much. I pray with all of my heart and soul that Buddha will bless you on your rightful journey. The nun said I was completely laid out sick with a three-day cold. I honestly don't remember anything from when I was there at the temple. Hey, uh, thank you for not leaving me behind back there. Oh, I forgot. I know you can't see, but she washed my clothes while I was sick. Look, they smell good now. Hang on. That means I had my clothes off in front of you. Um, so like did uh that none happened to say anything about me? So she did say something. What did she say? Hey, I know you can hear me. Just say something. Come on. For real. Tell me. Talk to me. You can't play deaf anymore. Seriously, tell me what she said. Tell me, a villager spoke of a midwife who once worked here. Apparently, she sent a baby with no arms and legs a float down the river some years ago. And 3 days ago, a commander pursuing an Asakura spy was severely injured by an unknown man who attacked him. The commander also said that the unknown man's arms were both made of some sort of prosthetics. Please go. No. Hold on. Please. No. Oh, come on. The tale of Tahomearu. There hasn't been any rain for 2 months now. If this drought continues, it will affect the coming harvest. Lord, the neighboring Asakura clan is growing restless. We have received reports that they are gathering troops. They are now amassing along the border where the standoff continues. We should take action before they raise an army. There it is again. That grave look whenever father and mother are keeping something from me. Mutsu Hyo, I have a task for you. And this is something we should keep to ourselves. Must be the cursed boy. Is it that he still lives and is trying to take himself back from you? Tell me. [Music] Just as I thought. Are you all done? Uhoh. Ah man. Anyway, did you hear what that merchant guy said? He said the land over there is really rich and bountiful and that the people there can eat all the white rice they want. So amazing, right? We are going there next for sure. Make some money and then we'll gorge ourselves silly. Seabreams, dried abalonies, mju buns. mind you. They're soft, sweet, and extra super yummy. Get ready cuz you're going to love them. Oh, I've been curious about something for a while now. That mark on your amulet, it's a family crest, right? Does it belong to your family? I've drugged him. He should answer anything that you ask. My father has given you special orders, has he not? And what were those orders? for me to find a child that disappeared years ago and an old midwife as well. Sir, find a child? Why is my father searching for a child? Because he answer me. He's tried to bite off his tongue. Is he going to die? No. The cut is not nearly deep enough for that. It looks like the drug must have weakened him. Father, please tell me what is weighing on your mind. The Asakura clan has been showing suspicious movements. As they do, but father, I must ask, why are you spending time searching for some child from over a decade ago? I am wondering about mother's goddess of mercy. Does that headless thing have anything to do with this affair? Please answer me, father. I this subject is not of your concern. But I that is all. How can you still be alive? I am surprised you found me. As a young child, this is where you would run to. And we would always have to come to fetch you every time. [Music] Young master, let us return [Music] home. A child, huh? And I suppose I must still just be a child to my father. That is why he will not send me to war. And he keeps things from me. I have never seen my father with that expression before. This secret about the child must be of great consequence. What's going on? Please, good sir, have mercy on us. Please, you can't just abandon us. Then I let go of me, Phil. Let go or I'll What seems to be the problem, Sir Dome? Well, we were passing through this village on our way back home, you see, when these people stopped us. Lord, please save us. The entire village is going to be picked off one by one and eaten by the monster. The monster, you say? Please go on. We thought they were just ripples on the lake's surface, but then it suddenly turned into a whirlpool. Then, as the current draws you toward the center, something that looks just like a giant human mouth is waiting for you. It eats people whole. The boat and everything. Many of our villagers have fallen victim to this terrible monster. We are desperate. A whirlpool with a human mouth. It does indeed sound like an evil spirit. Fear not. I shall rid you of this foul beast plaguing you. Sirr Surely you don't believe what these people are saying, do you? And you have no business fighting monsters, even if this dril were true. My people are not telling lies. My people are suffering. You would dare tell me to desert them? No. No. That's not what I meant. If the monster frightens you, then you are free to make your way home. Sir, and you too as well. If you wish to scurry back home, you may do so. Right. You must be joking, young master. We would even follow you to hell. What the What's wrong, sir? The ore is stuck on something. It's coming. There it is. The monster. It's going to eat us. Remain calm. Top the ropes. What now, beast? You will not be able to eat us from the middle of the lake. Look at it. It's huge. What a hideous sight this thing is. I shall make quick work of it. [Music] Go. Huh? It ran. Damn it. It's underneath us. Siru, pull us back. Back to land. We injured it considerably so it cannot come after us. With a few more holes like this and the boat would have gone down. It may be disadvantageous for us to fight on board. Master, what now? A word, young master. The monster consumes its prey with its mouth. We should embed explosives within our clothes, and when it comes, we explode once it eats. It has a hard outside, soft inside. We can surely destroy the monster that way. Whoever goes on this mission is dead. Nothing more than suicide. We shall do it, sir. I just said you would die. We will not. The two of us are here so that we can protect you. And we could not do that if we were dead. So, we will survive. Master, look. Take in these lands. The mountains are a deep green. The streams are flowing wide and the patty fields are full. This is all Lord Daigo's land. But I heard it was not like this before I was born. Floods kept the rice from growing. People chewed on tree roots just to keep from starving. And who rebuilt this land to make it so rich? It was Daiko Kagitsu. and I am his son toou. With that power, no monster can ever stop me from slaying it. Your duty is not to go out and die for me. Just trust me. That's all I ask of you, master. Sir, could you lift me up, please? Come on. higher. That's it. Mutsu, gather everyone. This is our only way to defeat the beast. It shall not be easy, but I know you can do it. All right. Over here. Yeah. That one. The other one. All right, guys. Another rock. Let's find out. There you are, you son of a [ __ ] Open the slle. There are several small lakes scattered around the perimeter of the main lake. We connected one of them with a slle and added another slle meant for draining. This was the [Music] result. I can see you clearly now. I shall not fail this time. Everyone should stay up here. Mutsu. [Music] Hugo. They're really doing it. They're starting to overwhelm that monster. Amazing. Sir Toaru, please take revenge on that thing for us. [Applause] That's right. Go back to hell. This is it for you. I'll end your misery. Hold the loose now. Come on. Let's go. [Music] Hugo, hold on. Huh? Master. Master, who are you? Hallelujah. [Music] A [Music] Hold [Music] on. Who are you? The tale of the Banmon part one. Tell me, who are you? And your arms, they're not Whoa. Hey, aren't you even going to thank us for helping? If it wasn't for my friend here, your samurai buddy over there would be mashed up in that monster's belly right now. I know not who either of you are, but I do appreciate your help. Don't mention it, my friend. The villagers are very happy and they can now live peacefully. [Music] Um, is there something wrong? Sorry. He's blind, so he kind of sees things with his soul instead. He's blind. He can fight that skillfully without sight or arms. Yeah, that's what makes my big bro so awesome. We've been traveling all around dicing up monsters left and right. And I don't mean the little wimpy ones either. We're after the big strong ones. You know, the nasty monsters and demon gods. Huh? Rescue fee. Thank you. By the way, we heard that there's a ridge province somewhere pretty close to this area. You know where it is? You must be speaking of Lord Daigo's land. You will reach the castle if you proceed in this direction for half a day. Great. Thanks. Let's get going. Please let me know your name. Hiakaru. Shakimaru Lord Daigo's land, huh? He was dressed fancy. So, I'm guessing he might be somebody important there. Hey, come on. Let's go. [Music] Master, I am ashamed. Do not be. I am the one to blame, Hyo. I woefully underestimated the monster [Applause] strength. If it were in the dojo, I am certain I would not have been defeated. But if in a real battlefield, in real battle, it is a useless comparison. For one thing, master, compared to a mere lowly vagabond, you have rules as the heir to this great land. [Music] They're fresh. Step right up. Come on. There are terrific goods. Please take your time and have a look. [Music] A demon baby born deep dark bread. Shall we go and feed it to the mountain beast? Should we feed it to the ocean instead? Wrap it up. Send a drift. Now it is out of sight. It's the demon. The demon child. The demon child has come. Oh, nice. They have rice balls and made with white rice like we heard. Oh, and over there. What's that thing? Wow. It's going to take us more than a day to go through all this stuff, but we should eat something first. Oh, cool. Over there, it's a play. Yeah. [Music] For countless years on end, it has been the acts of this wicked demon god who has tormented my great people of Daigo. Upon my name as the lord of Daigo, I Daigo Kagamitsu shall now defeat the cruel demon god. Oh great Canon, goddess of mercy, by your benevolent brilliance, please save the good people of Daigo. Do protect our lord. That guy's pretty amazing, isn't he? That guy. Did you really just say that out loud? That man is the great Lord Daigo Kagamitsu who made this land so rich. How about that? [Music] Who's a demon killer like you? [Music] I have now vanquished the demon god. All foes who defy me shall meet their end. And thus my domain, the great land of Daigo, will be protected forever and everlastingly. [Music] [Applause] Oh my, what an unfortunate thing to happen to those kids. So, hey, monk, did you come here because of the rumors about this place? In a way, this land is like none other in these hardened times. I was wondering what blessing it was that made it so. Lord Daigo defeated many demon gods, and they are all enshrined up there. I'm planning to take a little stroll and check it out. We've got no business with monsters that are already long dead. We're only after the living ones, rampaging ones we can take out. Is that so? Well, now then. I see you killed some humans as well. You'd best be careful. No, you have got to be kidding me. Everyone's so happy. looking for some. I guess it's probably safe to say that there's no work for us to do around here. Let's look around a bit and then we can head off to find some place more profitable. Yeah, sound good, big bro. What? Hey, I say it's the curse of the Bondmo. And I bet that's why it hasn't rained around here in so damn long. Shh. Watch what you say. Be quiet. The villages I passed through to get here were all dry, too. If it keeps going on like this, then when fall comes, we're in trouble. Kyakimaru, it won't. You know, Lord Daigo's land is forever protected by the goddess of mercy. Yeah, but it's been like this ever since the Banon incident, and Asakura has been acting strange, too. Hello there. So, about this incident, what's the story? What? A blind man who is missing both his arms. Yes, even one of his legs is a prosthetic as well. They said they travel the lands defeating monsters and demons. If he had not shown up, I would have surely perished. They bragged that they were only after strong demon gods. And he truly did slay a huge beast with just a single slash. His name is Shakimaru. It was part of a huge fort that protected our land from the Asakura clan's army. There was a fierce battle and everything except one section of the wall was burned down. But that was the first time Daigo's army drove Asakura's forces away. And ever since then, Lord Daigo's influence has grown. Whoa, that's one big wall. They say the goddess of mercy to whom Lord Daigo's wife praise dwells within it. But recently, the Asakura clan has been making a resurgence. They captured Daigo's soldiers and spies and nailed them to the wall. They are trying to sully the goddess of mercy's blessing, and that has attracted ungodly beasts. They have begun gathering nightly so no one goes near it anymore. Some say this might be the wrath of the demon gods that Lord Daigo defeated long ago. Hiakimaru, are you sensing something? Is it a demon god? Strong. Very. Hey, watch yourselves. If you go any further past the wall, then you're done for. What? What the? You're just a little kid. Don't scare me like that. See there? They're Asakura centuries. If they catch you, it's over. They'll nail you to the bon. Seriously, there's nothing of value to find. If you want to rob corpses, go someplace else. We're not thieves. We came here to exterminate the monster of the Bonmon. The [Music] monster? Actually, this used to be where our village was, but all of a sudden that Bon got built and [Music] My home is on the other side. Let me go back. That side is Asakora territory now. You'll be killed. Mother. Mama. Mother. Everyone else abandoned the village, but I'm never giving up on them. I will cross over. I'll get to the other side someday. So, we will get home. We can help. Huh? So, the army keeps watch during the day, but who keeps watch during the night time? Are you crazy? It's even worse at night. You guys have no idea, do you? Snarling ghostly beasts popping out all over the place. Don't you worry. My partner here can certainly handle the situation. Do you really mean it about exterminating the monsters? Well, actually, we usually don't do this thing for free, but you did feed us, so I'll make an exception. My name's Doro, and this fellow beside me is Hiakamaru. I'm sketaku. My boy, he is alive. My lady, the lord is What are you going to do to him? I will not forgive any who threaten my land. There are no exceptions to this. Do you think you and I should go unpunished? What? Sacrificing the life of an innocent child? We will pay for what we did. In fact, we may be paying already. Then tell me, wife, are you saying I should have simply just allowed the land of Daigo to go to hell? My lord, is it truly the well-being and prosperity of your people that you wish for? Or is it to defeat other domains and have the name Daigo known through the land? Is that your true motive? Matters of state are quite beyond a woman. You say Daigo himself? He left a short time ago with a small troop of soldiers. It was too solemn to be seen as a night out for pleasure, and he did not want to make a big deal out of it. See, the Asakura sentries are leaving. It's almost time. Uh, hey, Zeroku, would you mind telling me what your mama's like? Well, uh, fair skinned. She's the prettiest in the village, even if she is a little chubby. Not only that, she's known all over for the best mochi. Oh, yeah. Tell you what, if we can meet up with her, you can try some. Really? All right. It's here. [Music] No. A box fire spirit. That's the Bon monster. There's more. [Applause] [Music] Wa! So cool. Does he have Look at them. There's so many. All of the fox spirits are gathering around him. [Music] Hang on, I'm on it. Hey, you big stupid ugly foxes, take this. Damn you jerk face. Get lost, bastard. Look out, stupid thing. Take this and that. My friends jump on this. I hope it hurts. What? What's more? I need some more. Hey, Scatica. Wait. Don't go alone. Oh, yeah. Go. Don't worry. I'll find him. Demon God. Don't do anything stupid, Scaraku. A traveling man with a kid. Key is someone who looks to be about my age or perhaps a bit older. Not sure. Hey, you haven't paid, master. Here. He must still be near here somewhere. He cannot have gone far. What are you planning on doing even if you do find the vagabond still in the area? You said my father was shocked when he heard your report about the man. Father must have had a connection. There is no other way. I am certain. You mean father and mother's secret. A baby who disappeared 16 years ago. It is possible that man may very well have the answers to everything they kept from me. A demon baby born. Deep breath. Shall we feed it to the mountain? Hey, woman. Master, she's the demon child. The demon child has come back to vanquish Dao again. Scatter. Scatter. Where'd he go? Scatter. Hey, you. What are you doing out here? [Music] Scatterle. [Music] [Music] What do you mean by demon child? And what does destroy do mean? Answer me. Do not listen to such a disturbed person's nonsense. It is the curse of the demons. The demons have eaten the innocent baby. Its arms, legs, nose, mouth, skin, everything it had. They ate it [Music] all. And now the child has come back to return the curse to the land of Digo. [Music] This is very very bad. [Music] A father who offered his son to the demon gods for the sake of his own ambitions. And a son attempting to escape from the darkness and regain what was taken from him. Here in Daigo's own land, which thrived only due to that boy's sacrifice, the two shall meet. The color of Daigo's soul could be seen in the flames. Yet even so, Yakimaru found himself drawn to them. Who are you? The Tale of the Bonmon, part two. Tell me what you are. You ignorant simpleton. He is not someone the likes of you can speak to. Do you not know of Lord Daigo Kaumitsu, the ruler of this land? Where did he What are you? Why are you alive? You damn wreteted born demon child. Kill him. After him now. Let us return for now. How are you still alive, boy? There he is. This way. After him. Why are you alive? You damn wretched born demon child. I am a wretchedborn demon child. You bastards. Let me go now. Damn it. Skaku, you've been nothing but a pain in the ass, kid. Let that boy go. All he came here to do is try to find his mother. He just wants to go home. Shut up. All who go past the Bonan are people hailing from the land of monsters. Land of monsters. [Music] Skaku, are you okay? Are you hurt? I guess you weren't able to make it home, huh? There was no home left. Huh? The whole village. They said they were all massacred. I bet mama was too. Scaroku, you'll be all right. Come on now. Trust me. Look, you got me here with you. And I just know that Hiyakimaru is going to bust through that door and save us. And then we can all travel around together. Okay. Don't cry. Yes. No more tears. Don't fret. Daigo's people are protected by the goddess of mercy. Goddess of mercy? Yes. That's why the Asakura clan can't get past the Bonmon despite it being a lone wall. The Bon is possessed by a demon god, right? And the Asakura soldiers, they call it the land of monsters. Well, those who try to attack Dgo's land are the real demons. They will undoubtedly receive defined punishment. Huh? I've seen that crest before. This, my boy, is the family crest of the Daigo clan. Huh? Hey, there's a hole. It leads outside. It's far too small for us to crawl through. Well, we're small enough to fit it. Let's make a run for it. We're going to be killed if we stay down here. I don't care. I can meet Mama this way. No, you dummy. You can't just give up now. Come on. Get up. No, I can't do it. Look, there's no way to make it up that high anyway. I'll make it out. I'm not dying in here of all places. I made a promise to myself never to lose to war or samurai. You hang in there, okay? I'll come back here with Hiakimaru to save you, daughter. Young master, please calm down for a moment. Let go of me. Mother, please. Is there something wrong to Homeru? Mother, did you give birth to a baby before me? A baby whose limbs, eyes, nose, and ears were all taken away by demons. It was your child and also my brother. You and father fed to the demons 16 years ago. Mother, I have not forgotten for even a moment. That rat. Assemble now. We can escape. Arthur, don't let him get away. Get off of me, you little punk. Go on. Go. No. No. I'm not going to give up either. I'll be waiting for you. Skele. Keep going. I'll hold him up. Be careful. He was just sent down the river not knowing anything and all for our land. And yet you still call yourselves parents. We could do it because we were parents. Father Toaru, you cannot understand the long and hellish days this land went through at one time. repeated famines, epidemics, natural disasters, and invasions by neighboring lords trying to take over. By then, this land was on the verge of certain death. My deal with the demon gods saved it, and now all who live here rejoice at its richness. You did not do it for the people. In truth, father, you only did it to fulfill your own ambitions. The Lord's gains are also his people's gains. And for them, I sacrifice none other than my own flesh and blood. As a samurai, there is no shame in that. But you intruder, Yakimaru. Why are you alive, you damn wretched born demon child? Assemble. Assemble my son. Mutsu. Yogo. Don't. My lord, are you hurt? I am fine. You must kill it. Do not let it escape. Yes, sir. My lord. Father, he is my older brother. Toaru, do you intend to sacrifice this land for that brother? Without assuming any pain, you would shove the people down into hell once again just for your own sense of what is right. If you are prepared to do so, then travel to the hall of hell. Go and break my deal with the demon gods yourself. Then your older brother will get his body back, though our land will perish in return. My son. You damn wretched born demon child. You're all right. I'm so glad. But right now, we need to help Sketu. He's in trouble. Nobody can help you now. You will be crucified on the Bonan as a declaration of war. It seems the Yo-kai that haunted it have all been driven away. So now that we don't have that problem, our lord is ready to launch a massive offensive. Get moving. Why are the elderly and the injured being called to arms? Is the Asakuda army really that huge? Nah, I heard that some intruder got into the compound and now they find themselves short-handed. The Lord defeated them. Rubbish. This is the only one that has been somewhat sealed away. But even that is somewhat uncertain. This is not something in which an old man should get involved. How can that poor kid possibly bear the brunt of so many demon gods by himself? Yakimaru, I know not who has named you, but the name tells much of how you have lived. It's hard to believe war is near when it's so peaceful like this. Protecting these lands means I must kill my brother. Although that would also be a crime against humanity. Am I not right? H we are in no position to answer such a thing and thankfully so that is not very helpful. However, I will say this. My brother and I were taken by the enemy when we were young. Had Daigo's land not flourished. Then we would not even be here now. Oh my. Is he There a problem? Oh no. I beg your pardon. Please excuse me. He is very much like Hiyakimaru. Onward and march. [Applause] Look, the way these demon god statues have been broken, it is no natural matter. Some of them are still intact. Young master, I suspect the deal between the demon gods and the lord is already being broken. Due to my brother, I'd guess. You know, Daigo Kagamitsu is the lord of the land, right? Turns out his family crest is the same as the one you have on your amulet case. So, tell me, what exactly did the lord's wife call you when she saw you standing there? My son. Then that's it. We found them. We finally found your parents. That's great. And you've got a brother. That's pretty awesome. Congratulations. A brother? Doesn't that make you happy? and my mother. Scarico's mom is already No, Scarico hasn't given up yet. Come on, let's go. Got to hurry before they nail him to the Bon. What now, young master? Without assuming any pain, you would shove the people down into hell once again, just for your own sense of what is right. There's nothing for us to fear from the bond. Now, here is a gift from the Asakura. Loose, Mr. No. Asakura bastards. We need not wait for our lord anymore. Attack. [Applause] They're fighting. It's already begun. What should we do? Uh-oh. The current situation would be that the wheels of destiny are about to make a turn in earnest. And to see it through would be my destiny. Please, my lady, wait. For years, all I did was pray, never knowing where my words had fallen. What the hell is that? It's the Yo-kai of the Bonmon. Get me out of here. My lord, what is this? This is the work of demons. My lord. Then that must be I I knew it had to be that guy. He's the one who made me like this. Stop it. You're not a demon. I was just following orders. I didn't have a choice. Don't do it, brother. I am Toaru, your younger brother. I knew it. You see that? I told you so. You're brothers. Listen to me. What our father did to you? I cannot even pretend to understand. He fed his newborn son to the demon gods in exchange for this land's prosperity. Ratchet demon child. Wait, what? So then the one who made him like this is That's right. Our father, Lord Daigo. He knows. Sacrifice must be made to protect one's domain. Sacrifice? You're disgusting. Brother, if the deal with the demon gods is broken, then this land will perish. So, in a way, brother, you are the only demon here who is threatening our lands at the moment. Very well said, Taharu. So, you can see why I must kill you, master. He is mine alone. Come on. This can't be happening. No, no, no. Scared, is that you? [Music] It's tied. Really tight. I can't get it undone. A sword could cut it in one go, but Dooo. Almost got it. Yo-kai Fox. It's coming back. Doro, I'm going to have to try something else. You won't make it. You got to get out of here. Damn it. Big bro. [Music] There he is. Hey, where'd it go? It got sucked into the Banmon, but that's I don't know why either. My lady, my wife, mother Yakimaru, how you must resent us. me, your own mother who couldn't protect you on that fateful day, and your father who fed you to the demon gods, and the people of Daigo who live so merrily, feasting on your sacrifice, so cruel, you don't know the hell that he's been put through. You have no idea, wife, even toaru sees the rationale now. When will you be able to understand? Yakimato, please forgive me. I know that I I cannot I I cannot save you. No matter how immoral it may be, no matter how much we know you have suffered, in the end, all our people can ever hope to do is beg for your forgiveness. Our land will become like a Shura Titan, continuing to devour you. So this is fate. Hiakimaru, I shall not allow you to suffer this alone anymore. Demon gods, if you wish for any more of us as penants, change me. No, my lady. Mama. Mother. No. [Music] Retreat. Usu. Here we go. Take my wife into Homearu. Come on. Let's go. Right. For Daigo, there is no greater misfortune than this, Yakimaru. I cannot I cannot save you. Save you. Okay, let's get out of here. There's no reason for us to hang around this place anymore. You're going to come too, right? Mhm. [Music] Mama. Mama. Skele. Mama, you're alive. Mama, we all ran and hit so they couldn't find us. We were waiting for the guards at the Balmon to loosen up. Scoku, I'm happy for you, Scaroku. But they're only alive because the demon gods are eating Hiyakimaru's body. Hey, don't worry. You've always got me with you. [Music]