Mamizou Futatsuiwa
Mamizou Futatsuiwa's Fantasy Rebirth Story
Mamizou
"Looking at the moon, thoughts of a thousand things fill me with sadness," huh?
Mamizou
Hm? Who's there?
Good evening!
The moon's really pretty tonight, isn't it?!
Mamizou
Oh, good evening, PLAYER! Don't just stand there. Come sit down.
Thanks.
Mamizou
I'm guessing you're here to speak to me about something, but would you mind watching the moon with me for a while first?
Mamizou
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Ummm...
Mamizou
Oh, sorry. I couldn't take my eyes off it.
Mamizou
The full moon is always so beautiful. It makes me want to do some belly drumming.
I overheard you talking about the moon earlier...
Mamizou
Yes, I was reciting one of the poems in the Hyakunin Ishhu.
Mamizou
It's about how looking at the beautiful moon reminds you of all sorts of things and makes you feel sad.
(Did people back then look at the moon and ponder too?)
Mamizou
Personally, it reminds me of how I used to dance the night away with other youkai under the moonlight.
Mamizou
But it's not in a youkai's nature to work together, so even though we gathered for a party, we were still solitary.
Mamizou
By the way, PLAYER, what do you think of Gensokyo as it is now?
It can be trying at times, but I think it's wonderful.
It's a wonderful place, but it can be trying at times.
Mamizou
...
Mamizou
Hm, I see. So that's how it appears to you, huh? I suppose I should've worded my question better.
Mamizou
I'm sure you've heard, but many incidents have occurred in Gensokyo up till now.
Mamizou
Some were resolved by the Hakurei shrine maiden and her friends, and there were even a few that I helped out with.
I heard about that!
Mamizou
It seems you've learned a lot during your stay here. That's good.
Mamizou
Many youkai have gathered here in Gensokyo thanks to all those incidents.
Mamizou
And now, the youkai, who are supposed to be solitary creatures, are starting to band together.
Mamizou
And they may end up banding together around you, PLAYER. You must be careful.
OK!
I'll try my best to become friends with everyone!
Mamizou
Y-Yeah. Good luck.
Mamizou
Sorry, I've been doing all the talking. Didn't you come here to see me for something?
Oh, that's right.
I've got a present for you!
Mamizou
Oh ho, may I open it?
Mamizou
Wow. Is this one of Kourindou's costumes?
Yes! Please try it on!
Mamizou
Hehe, all right, I suppose I can't refuse your request after receiving such a wonderful present.
Mamizou
Please wait just a moment.
Mamizou
Hm? Are these the sleeves? How strange.
Mamizou
Isn't this a bit short? Oh, there's a skirt as well.
Mamizou
Huh? Am I meant to tie this together?
Mamizou
Sorry for the wait, PLAYER.
Huh...?
Didn't you change?
Mamizou
Sorry, I couldn't figure out how to put it on.
Mamizou
I've never seen such a fancy costume before. It's like a fusion of eastern and western fashion.
Mamizou
I think I'll need some help putting it on, for the first time at least. Could you lend me a hand?
Sure!
That's no problem at all!
Mamizou
Thanks. But it will probably take quite a while, so let's do it some other time.
Mamizou
By the way, why did you decide to give me a gift all of a sudden? What are you after, PLAYER? Hmm?
Huh?! N-Nothing, I just...!
Mamizou
Oh ho ho! I'm only messing with you. Don't worry about it.
Mamizou
Anyway, thank you for the wonderful gift.
Mamizou
Now, head on home, OK? It's getting pretty late.
Mamizou
I know you've got lots of youkai friends, but be careful on your way back to Hakurei shrine.
OK! And I'm sorry for visiting you all of a sudden.
Mamizou
Not at all. This isn't my house, but you're welcome anytime.
Mamizou
I guess I'll head back inside too.
Mamizou
The moon really is beautiful tonight...
Mamizou
"But autumn's dejection does not come to me alone."
Costume Presentation
Mamizou Futatsuiwa
That youkai sage, Yukari Yakumo, never reveals her true intentions. She may have the same objective as me, but there's no way to know for sure. So I've decided to do what I can for you and Gensokyo in my own way. ...Oh ho. you needn't worry.
