Standard disclaimers:
The rights of Ruroken belong to the creator, Nobuhiro Watsuki, Sony, Shueisha
and most likely some other big name companies.
I am borrowing them only for fun, I don't make money with this =^^=.
Author's notes to this story:
First:
This 'piece' is a side story to Firuze Khanume's work 'Of Legendary
Creatures And Mystical Beasts', it tells the story from Saitou's and Tokio's
POV. The basic idea and plot-line is from her, most research is done by her
and of course she pre-read all chapters.
But I adopted the story a little bit and included my 'own legends': the
old myths and legends of Northern Europe =^^=
THIS FIC CONTAINS A MIXTURE OF ASIAN, ORIENTAL, EUROPEAN MYTHS AND LEGENDS
AND DOES NOT FOLLOW ONE CULTURE EXPLICITLY. It is a 'universe' made up by
Firuze and I've included some of my own ideas.
Second (again):
I am not following any culture very closely, they will be mixed with each
other just how it fits my interests... Furthermore, I am afraid that I know
more about Japanese myths than about European myths =^^=.
This is an 'alternate universe' taking this into consideration.
I DON'T WANT TO HEAR ONE COMPLAINT THAT I AM NOT FOLLOWING JAPANESE MYTHS.
I know this myself... and I warned you =^^=.
Oh, and of course this is not following history... I've read enough about
history in general and the Shinsengumi especially to know this =^^=.
Third:
I'm not a native speaker, most likely mayor grammar and vocabulary mistakes
might be ahead, hopefully you will not be distracted by them.
Forth:
mmm, the prologue might be confusing, but I promise that with the next
two chapters the focus will be on Saitou and Tokio =^^=
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PROLOGUE: PROPHECY
A hooded figure wrapped in a black cloak became visible in a cloud of fog.
"From the realms of Demons, Hagen is sent to prevail the shadows and the
darkness in all of you."
Opposite from him a flame rose and out of the crackling fire a man stepped,
the hood of his black cloak turned down, so that one could see his red hair.
"From the realms of Jinni, Iridara has come to preserve the elements
fire and ice, and the magic for all of us."
Between the two, a third figure in a cape appeared, out of now where as
it seemed.
"For the realms of Human, Bardar is speaking to protect the earth, the
sky and the oceans for you all. Representing The North, The East, The
South, and The West."
A forth person, sitting on a throne, settled back relieved as he felt
no obvious animosity among the representatives.
But what did he expect? For the first time in hundredth of years
they had taken initiative and asked for this meeting.
"For the peace and balance of the cosmos, the Highest Council has come
together on your demand. I, Ishtar, was elected to guide you all and see
to your decisions. So tell me; of what is your concern?"
Iridara took one step forward, not after casting a deadly glance at
Hagen first, as Ishtar uneasily registered.
"The First one has been chosen. Created in peace.
From the shadows and out of the mist. Guarded.
The Second is to come. Born in fire. Rosen in chaos.
From the dark and into the blood. Branded.
The Third will follow. Disturbed by destruction.
From light and into the dark. Stained."
Ishtar stood up. The news was too important to be ignored, justifying
their coming together, the disturbance must have been noticed by them
all. And all realms wanted their share of this unique opportunity.
"The balance shall be the highest aim."
Hagen took also one step forward.
"The first has to follow the First."
Bardar interrupted quickly, seeing his advantage slipping away.
"But the second is to come before the first! Even before the Second!
This isn't according to our intentions and interests!"
Ishtar tried to ease the situation, the last thing he needed was a
fight between humans and demons.
"We have no influence on this. It takes its own time on its own
account. Hear my advice: The second shall be before the Second, but
destination will take part. The third remains the last, chosen for the Third."
Excitedly, Bardar moved forward.
"The power for the First will be delivered through The East and The
West. We will take care for the deliverance of power."
Ishtar raised his hand to the not existing ceiling
"It shall be."
"Through red and white the Second has to go. Brought by The North."
"It shall be."
"Solution and resolution for the Third. Served through The South."
"It shall be."
Hagen snorted and murmured.
"As if Ishtar would dare to oppose you, fool."
But he nodded, too, and bowed in front of the second best sorcerer he had
ever known. Only one had been better, he had been a magical being
himself...it hadn't served him well, he was dead now. And had taken his secret
with him into his grave.
Ishtar observed and proclaimed his final decision.
"The power shall be controlled through passion.
The chaos shall to take place before creation.
The destruction shall be avoided by devotion."
All leaders of the three realms confirmed him
"Power through passion.
Chaos before creation.
Destruction guarded by devotion.
It shall be."
Hagen immediately vanished into the mist and sorrowful Iridara shared
his concern looking behind him.
"The flow of time is like water. The continuous, constant flow is in
steady progress, uncertain is the future. A disturbance could occur."
Negligent Ishtar waved his hand.
"Actions and reactions will take place when the situation demands it."
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The three Norns had been listening to the agreements while spinning
fates for Mankind, for Jinni and even for Demons. They interrupted their
work for some seconds to consult with each other.
"Fate shouldn't be fore-ordained." Urdhr picked up the next threat: 'envy'.
"Life shouldn't be this easy." Verdhandi worked 'jealousy' in.
"We have so many options:" Skuld marked reaching behind her, revealing
'ambition' and offering 'war' and 'death' to her sisters.
Busily the Norns let the spindles dance again, continued their spinning
of every lifeform's fate.
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Hagen was home in his realm and instantly ordered his direct
underlining to him.
"How was the meeting going?" Kris demanded to know, a powerful demon
controlling the ones living under the Northern Earth.
Angrily Hagen threw his cape into one edge, burying a squeaking Goblin
under its heavy fabric.
"As expected. The beasts are going to come. It is inevitable."
Eagerly Tengu, the mighty demon ruling over the Eastern underworld
leaned forward.
"What was the result?"
Enraged Hagen slammed another Goblin - unfortunately standing beside his
throne- on the cheek, sending him into the pile of bones in the farest corner.
"The humans want to control them all and the Jinni want to have their
share of them. As expected this fool Ishtar eagerly accepted their ideas."
This was nothing Kris could accept.
"They have controlled the earth long enough! It is our turn! There are
some mighty witches in my area endangering us again!"
An evil grin crossed Hagen's features.
"It is our time to come, my dear, anxious friend, it is. Trust me."
The last sentence was a command and not an option as they all knew.
"And when will we act?"
Hagen rested his head on his hand and eyed his underlining intensely to
be sure to have their full concentration
"We will have our own plot of disturbances and distractions."
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started: June 2002
finished: November 5th 2002
first posted: February 24th 2003
mmm, some more notes...
some names are actual names of the mentioned 'persons', some are made up =^^=.
And MANY, MANY thanks to Firuze for bearing my attempts and correcting my
mistakes =^^=.
I hope you liked it and it wasn't too confusing... the next chapter will
be a LOT clearer, playing in Edo/Tokugawa-period.
With our favourite character =^^=
Ja ne,
Mara
The rights of Ruroken belong to the creator, Nobuhiro Watsuki, Sony, Shueisha
and most likely some other big name companies.
I am borrowing them only for fun, I don't make money with this =^^=.
Author's notes to this story:
First:
This 'piece' is a side story to Firuze Khanume's work 'Of Legendary
Creatures And Mystical Beasts', it tells the story from Saitou's and Tokio's
POV. The basic idea and plot-line is from her, most research is done by her
and of course she pre-read all chapters.
But I adopted the story a little bit and included my 'own legends': the
old myths and legends of Northern Europe =^^=
THIS FIC CONTAINS A MIXTURE OF ASIAN, ORIENTAL, EUROPEAN MYTHS AND LEGENDS
AND DOES NOT FOLLOW ONE CULTURE EXPLICITLY. It is a 'universe' made up by
Firuze and I've included some of my own ideas.
Second (again):
I am not following any culture very closely, they will be mixed with each
other just how it fits my interests... Furthermore, I am afraid that I know
more about Japanese myths than about European myths =^^=.
This is an 'alternate universe' taking this into consideration.
I DON'T WANT TO HEAR ONE COMPLAINT THAT I AM NOT FOLLOWING JAPANESE MYTHS.
I know this myself... and I warned you =^^=.
Oh, and of course this is not following history... I've read enough about
history in general and the Shinsengumi especially to know this =^^=.
Third:
I'm not a native speaker, most likely mayor grammar and vocabulary mistakes
might be ahead, hopefully you will not be distracted by them.
Forth:
mmm, the prologue might be confusing, but I promise that with the next
two chapters the focus will be on Saitou and Tokio =^^=
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
PROLOGUE: PROPHECY
A hooded figure wrapped in a black cloak became visible in a cloud of fog.
"From the realms of Demons, Hagen is sent to prevail the shadows and the
darkness in all of you."
Opposite from him a flame rose and out of the crackling fire a man stepped,
the hood of his black cloak turned down, so that one could see his red hair.
"From the realms of Jinni, Iridara has come to preserve the elements
fire and ice, and the magic for all of us."
Between the two, a third figure in a cape appeared, out of now where as
it seemed.
"For the realms of Human, Bardar is speaking to protect the earth, the
sky and the oceans for you all. Representing The North, The East, The
South, and The West."
A forth person, sitting on a throne, settled back relieved as he felt
no obvious animosity among the representatives.
But what did he expect? For the first time in hundredth of years
they had taken initiative and asked for this meeting.
"For the peace and balance of the cosmos, the Highest Council has come
together on your demand. I, Ishtar, was elected to guide you all and see
to your decisions. So tell me; of what is your concern?"
Iridara took one step forward, not after casting a deadly glance at
Hagen first, as Ishtar uneasily registered.
"The First one has been chosen. Created in peace.
From the shadows and out of the mist. Guarded.
The Second is to come. Born in fire. Rosen in chaos.
From the dark and into the blood. Branded.
The Third will follow. Disturbed by destruction.
From light and into the dark. Stained."
Ishtar stood up. The news was too important to be ignored, justifying
their coming together, the disturbance must have been noticed by them
all. And all realms wanted their share of this unique opportunity.
"The balance shall be the highest aim."
Hagen took also one step forward.
"The first has to follow the First."
Bardar interrupted quickly, seeing his advantage slipping away.
"But the second is to come before the first! Even before the Second!
This isn't according to our intentions and interests!"
Ishtar tried to ease the situation, the last thing he needed was a
fight between humans and demons.
"We have no influence on this. It takes its own time on its own
account. Hear my advice: The second shall be before the Second, but
destination will take part. The third remains the last, chosen for the Third."
Excitedly, Bardar moved forward.
"The power for the First will be delivered through The East and The
West. We will take care for the deliverance of power."
Ishtar raised his hand to the not existing ceiling
"It shall be."
"Through red and white the Second has to go. Brought by The North."
"It shall be."
"Solution and resolution for the Third. Served through The South."
"It shall be."
Hagen snorted and murmured.
"As if Ishtar would dare to oppose you, fool."
But he nodded, too, and bowed in front of the second best sorcerer he had
ever known. Only one had been better, he had been a magical being
himself...it hadn't served him well, he was dead now. And had taken his secret
with him into his grave.
Ishtar observed and proclaimed his final decision.
"The power shall be controlled through passion.
The chaos shall to take place before creation.
The destruction shall be avoided by devotion."
All leaders of the three realms confirmed him
"Power through passion.
Chaos before creation.
Destruction guarded by devotion.
It shall be."
Hagen immediately vanished into the mist and sorrowful Iridara shared
his concern looking behind him.
"The flow of time is like water. The continuous, constant flow is in
steady progress, uncertain is the future. A disturbance could occur."
Negligent Ishtar waved his hand.
"Actions and reactions will take place when the situation demands it."
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The three Norns had been listening to the agreements while spinning
fates for Mankind, for Jinni and even for Demons. They interrupted their
work for some seconds to consult with each other.
"Fate shouldn't be fore-ordained." Urdhr picked up the next threat: 'envy'.
"Life shouldn't be this easy." Verdhandi worked 'jealousy' in.
"We have so many options:" Skuld marked reaching behind her, revealing
'ambition' and offering 'war' and 'death' to her sisters.
Busily the Norns let the spindles dance again, continued their spinning
of every lifeform's fate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hagen was home in his realm and instantly ordered his direct
underlining to him.
"How was the meeting going?" Kris demanded to know, a powerful demon
controlling the ones living under the Northern Earth.
Angrily Hagen threw his cape into one edge, burying a squeaking Goblin
under its heavy fabric.
"As expected. The beasts are going to come. It is inevitable."
Eagerly Tengu, the mighty demon ruling over the Eastern underworld
leaned forward.
"What was the result?"
Enraged Hagen slammed another Goblin - unfortunately standing beside his
throne- on the cheek, sending him into the pile of bones in the farest corner.
"The humans want to control them all and the Jinni want to have their
share of them. As expected this fool Ishtar eagerly accepted their ideas."
This was nothing Kris could accept.
"They have controlled the earth long enough! It is our turn! There are
some mighty witches in my area endangering us again!"
An evil grin crossed Hagen's features.
"It is our time to come, my dear, anxious friend, it is. Trust me."
The last sentence was a command and not an option as they all knew.
"And when will we act?"
Hagen rested his head on his hand and eyed his underlining intensely to
be sure to have their full concentration
"We will have our own plot of disturbances and distractions."
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
started: June 2002
finished: November 5th 2002
first posted: February 24th 2003
mmm, some more notes...
some names are actual names of the mentioned 'persons', some are made up =^^=.
And MANY, MANY thanks to Firuze for bearing my attempts and correcting my
mistakes =^^=.
I hope you liked it and it wasn't too confusing... the next chapter will
be a LOT clearer, playing in Edo/Tokugawa-period.
With our favourite character =^^=
Ja ne,
Mara