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Training Blues
Joon
Ah, I can finally take a break... I still don't know how I ended up training at Myouren Temple again, though.
Joon
It was pretty unlucky to run into Byakuren on my way home...
Joon
I got my hands on an interesting book from the outside world, but now I don't have the time to read it.
Joon
I wanna go out and have fun, but knowing my luck, Byakuren will catch me. Hm, what can I do to have fun?
Kogasa
Hello!
Kogasa
Whoa, you look like you've been working hard. I'm on cleaning duty, too.
Kogasa
Eep... look at the time! I better get going! Good luck with your training!
Joon
Kogasa's working hard too. Since when did she start training here?
Joon
She was in such a rush... But I guess that's to be expected.
Joon
If they'd caught her chatting with me, she would've been told off for sure.
Nazrin
We've been looking into the matter, but we haven't found a single clue yet.
Shou
Hm, this is a tough one. Maybe Byakuren's found some useful information...
Joon
(What are they talking about? Whatever it is, it sounds confusing.)
Joon
(Maybe Byakuren was looking into the same thing when I ran into her the other day.)
Joon
(It looked like she was on her way back from somewhere. Plus, she was in a really bad mood...)
Joon
(She ended up bringing me here, but now I can't help but wonder...)
Joon
(Does that have something to do with whatever they're investigating?)
Joon
(I shouldn't worry about it. It's not like I even know what they're talking about.)
Joon
(What's this...? Why is PLAYER with Byakuren? Maybe she ran into her while running errands.)
Hey, Joon! I didn't know you were here, too!
Joon
(PLAYER, keep it down! I don't wanna get caught taking a break!)
Byakuren
Come on, Joon.
Joon
Yeah, yeah... I know. I need to get back to training, right? So, what are we doing next?
Byakuren
Forget training. It's time to form...
Byakuren
A rock band!
Joon
...Huh?
How It All Began
A while before Byakuren announced she was starting a rock band─
Joon
I'm finally done cleaning the main temple and doing the laundry.
Byakuren
Well done. Next, you need to practice chanting sutras.
Joon
Wh-What?! You can't seriously expect me to keep training without any breaks... I'm exhausted.
Byakuren
All right. You woke up early and you've been training nonstop, so I guess you can take a short break.
Byakuren
I'll go take a look outside. Relax here for a while.
Joon
Thanks...
Joon
Gah, I wanna go home...
Byakuren
(I really want to do something about it. I went there the other day, but...)
Byakuren
(That place has a bigger problem than I expected.)
Byakuren
(Hm, how do I fix this?)
Oh, hello, Miss Byakuren!
Byakuren
Why, if it isn't Miss PLAYER and Kyouko.
Kyouko
Hello, Lady Hijiri! I'm done cleaning the entrance!
Byakuren
Good job. It's nice to see you're as energetic as ever.
Kyouko
I've got band practice next, so I'm really excited!
Byakuren
I see. How's it going with your music?
Kyouko
Everything's good! We're thinking about trying a different location for our next concert...
Kyouko
The thing is, we can't use the place we'd planned for, so we have to find somewhere new.
Byakuren
Are you talking about the underground live music club you mentioned the other day?
Kyouko
We visited the place to see if we could use it, but things got messy, so we gave up.
Kyouko
I asked my musician friends for help, but they didn't know what to do about it. Seems like no one's been playing there.
Kyouko
It's tiny, but the ambiance is perfect for concerts. I'd love to play there someday.
Byakuren
I really want to help... for everyone's sake.
Um, I'm not sure if it's OK to ask, but...
What exactly are you talking about?
Byakuren
Oh, I'm sorry. It seems I got a little lost in my own thoughts.
Byakuren
Although... I don't want you waltzing into a place like that alone. It could be dangerous.
Byakuren
Maybe I should tell you about it after all.
Byakuren
We were talking about some trouble that's been brewing in the underground music club.
Lingering Souls
Byakuren
─By the way, do you know what a live music club is?
Isn't it an indoor venue for concerts?
Byakuren
Yes, that's right. You're a smart one.
Byakuren
I'm embarrassed to say, but I didn't know what was going on until I heard about it from Kyouko and the worshipers...
Byakuren
There's a little live music club with a bit of a difficult problem.
Byakuren
It's located underground and is somewhat exclusive.
Byakuren
But when I went there the other day, it didn't look like anyone had played there in a while.
Byakuren
It must be because it's not safe to do so.
How do you mean?
Byakuren
Well...
A few days ago, when Byakuren visited the music club─
Byakuren
So, this is the music club everyone's been talking about. It's a lovely little place, but something doesn't feel right.
Byakuren
And it looks like what I heard is true...
Byakuren
The phantoms keep coming back no matter how many times they're driven away.
Byakuren
I'll try and get rid of the ones already here for a start.
Byakuren
OK, I chased them off, but...
Byakuren
I'm sure they'll be back.
Byakuren
I don't know why, but they seem to be drawn to this place.
Byakuren
It's not like they're bound here, so there's got to be another reason.
Byakuren
Surely they don't come back simply because they like it here...
Byakuren
Even if that were the case, I still need to know why they like it and what their goal is...
Byakuren
I could exorcise them all, but that won't help with the root cause.
Byakuren
The same thing will keep happening if I don't eliminate all the regrets and attachments the phantoms have.
Byakuren
But I can't seem to come up with a good plan. Maybe I'll get Shou and Nazrin to help me investigate.
Byakuren
Next time I'm here, I'll make sure to do right by all the phantoms.
Byakuren
I want to do as much as I can for those who want to perform or enjoy music there.
Byakuren
And, of course, I also want to save the phantoms. I want to help everyone equally.
Kyouko
Lady Hijiri...
Byakuren
But in order to do that, we need to investigate the matter a bit more thoroughly─
??? & ???
Kyouko, are you there?
Kyouko
I know those voices!
Enlightenment?
Kisume & Mystia
Hello!
Byakuren
Oh, hello, Mystia, Kisume. Welcome.
Kisume
M-Miss Byakuren?! Um, I hope we aren't interrupting anything important...
Byakuren
Hehe, don't worry about it. I was just telling Kyouko to work hard on her music.
(Miss Byakuren is trying not to worry the others.)
(I know it's not safe, but I wanna help.)
Kisume
O-OK... Then I guess we won't worry about it!
Mystia
It looks like we came at the right time. You're done cleaning, right? Let's get outta here and go practice!
Kyouko
OK! We still haven't decided on all the songs for our concert!
Mystia
What songs do you wanna perform, Kisume?
Kisume
Huh, you're really gonna let me pick a song?!
Kyouko & Mystia
Of course!
Byakuren
(Hehe, it's good to see them getting along so well.)
Kisume
Um, well... The kind of song I wanna play is...
Kisume
A hard rock song that'll blow everyone's heads off!
Byakuren
(Wh-What did she say?!)
Byakuren
W-Well, do your best.
Everyone
We will!
Joon
(E-Eek! What's Byakuren doing here?! I should've been more careful!)
Oh, hey, Joon! I didn't know you were here, too!
Byakuren
Wow, Joon, I'm impressed. I didn't expect you to cut your break short.
Joon
That wasn't― *sigh* I accept my fate...
Byakuren
Do you have some time to spare, Miss PLAYER?
Byakuren
You must be tired from our long conversation. Would you like some tea?
I'd love some!
Byakuren
All right then, let's go inside.
Joon
I'm done reciting sutras, Byakuren. What should I do next?
Joon
What's wrong?
Byakuren
I'm sorry. I shouldn't be so distracted while training. I just can't stop thinking about the music club...
Joon
I don't really know what you're talking about. Is this the thing the others are investigating?
Byakuren
So you know about it, huh?
Byakuren
Maybe I should tell you everything to make sure you don't go anywhere near that place.
Joon
Oh, wow, I didn't know there was a music club haunted by phantoms.
Byakuren
I heard about it from Kyouko, but all the music-loving youkai and humans are talking about it.
Byakuren
I investigated it myself, but the situation is more serious than I thought. To be honest, we're at a bit of a dead-end.
Byakuren
We've got no clue why spirits are so fixated on that club. It's not the kind of place they'd usually be drawn to...
Joon
Hmmm, I'm no expert, but...
Joon
Maybe it's 'cause they like music?
Joon
Music clubs are used for concerts, right? Maybe they won't leave 'cause they wanna hear music.
Byakuren
Hm, so they're drawn to what happens there rather than the place itself.
Byakuren
They probably keep going back in hopes of listening to music.
Byakuren
But I only know how to play the shamisen, and that's not a good fit for that kind of venue.
Byakuren
I was wondering if I should ask Kyouko for help. But it's dangerous, so I'd rather not. Do you have any ideas?
Joon
Hm, I don't know if this will help, but...
Joon
I found a book from the outside world. I haven't read it yet, but it's got all sorts of info on music and instruments.
Byakuren
I see. We might find something in there that can help us. Let's read it.
Joon
That outfit is so fancy! It'll suit you well, PLAYER.
R-Really? (Isn't it a bit too flashy...?)
Joon, this outfit would look really good on you!
Joon
It's gorgeous! I should get one made at Kourindou.
Byakuren
(W-Wow, I didn't know rock music was so complex!)
Byakuren
(The curly-haired singer is screaming in anguish... Maybe rock music is a sort of devotional service like our sutra chanting.)
Byakuren
(This article says rock bands speak for the oppressed and those in need...)
Byakuren
(They express the idea of rebelling against suffering with their music. It's like they're teaching how to attain salvation!)
That was the moment the Myouren Temple monk, Byakuren Hijiri, realized...
The true meaning of rock!
Byakuren
(Buddhism uses sutras to attain salvation. And sutras are like songs layered with feelings of rebellion against suffering!)
Byakuren
(That means...)
Byakuren
Rock is just like Buddhism!
Joon
What's gotten into you all of a sudden?
Byakuren
If spirits are attached to a music club, then maybe rock can be their salvation!
Byakuren
Rock and sutras, music and Buddhism... I think it's worth combining them all.
Byakuren
Come on, Joon.
Joon
Yeah, yeah... I know. I need to get back to training, right? So, what are we doing next?
Byakuren
Forget training. It's time to form...
Byakuren
A rock band!
Joon
...Huh?
Byakuren
A band needs more than one member. For the next part of your training, you can learn how to save souls.
Byakuren
Let's start preparing!
Joon
Wh-What are you on about?! I'm so confused!
Looking the Part
A few days after Byakuren decided to start a rock band─
Joon
Oh, hey, PLAYER. I didn't know you were here again today.
Wow, you're still training!
I wanted to help too, so I decided to come back!
Joon
That's so nice of you! OK, you can start by filling that bucket with water...
Joon
Wait... Knowing you, you're probably here to help with the band, right?
Joon
Byakuren said it'd be dangerous... but I guess you'll tag along even if we ask you not to.
Joon
All right, fine. I'll talk to her about it.
Joon
We aren't dealing with greater youkai or vengeful spirits, so I'm sure we can protect you.
Thanks, Joon!
Byakuren
Good news, Joon! We─
Byakuren
Why, if it isn't Miss PLAYER.
Byakuren
You've been visiting a lot recently. What brings you here today?
Joon
Let me answer that. So, the thing is...
Byakuren
Hm, I see...
Maybe I'll just be getting in your way, but...
I really wanna help. Can I please come along?
Byakuren
I like your enthusiasm. But you have to promise to follow some rules.
Byakuren
You always have to stay by our side. If anything happens, you need to let us know right away.
Byakuren
And if you find yourself in danger, run as fast as you can. Will you promise to do that?
I promise!
Byakuren
OK, then you can come with us.
Joon
Isn't that great, PLAYER?!
Joon
By the way, what was the good news, Byakuren?
Byakuren
Oh, right!
Byakuren
Nazrin told me the outfits are ready.
Byakuren
Let's go collect them!
Joon
Do we have to? Can't you ask someone to do it for us─
Joon
Hey, I wasn't done talking! Gah, we better go after her!
Joon
Fairies are playing right in front of the entrance. We're gonna have to get them to move.
Byakuren
I don't have all day to wait around. It's time to give them a sermon of bullets!
Joon
Phew, we're finally back. Let's check the outfits.
Joon
Um... these aren't the ones we ordered. They look kinda old... and boring.
Joon
Aren't band outfits supposed to look more extravagant like the ones in this book from the outside world?
Byakuren
No, this is exactly the kind of rock band attire we need!
Byakuren
If you look at the band members on this page, you'll see that they're all wearing torn clothes despite being on stage.
Byakuren
This has got to be the rock band version of kasaya, a monk's robe!
Joon
You can't be serious?!
Byakuren
I think they're wearing such tattered clothes because they were made using donated fabric.
Byakuren
That's exactly the same as the kasaya worn by Buddhist monks.
Byakuren
These outfits are the rock version of kasaya!
Byakuren
It's important that our outfits reflect simplicity and frugality!
Joon
Oh, now I understand why the Kourindou shopkeeper reacted that way...
Rinnosuke
I know I'm the one who made these outfits, but are you sure these designs are OK?
Byakuren
Yep, these are great.
Rinnosuke
I-I see...
Rinnosuke
I don't know if I managed to capture the concept you wanted, but I tried to make them look like outfits for a girls' rock band.
Rinnosuke
Let me know if you want me to adjust them.
Byakuren
But we're not finished yet.
Joon
Are we gonna use accessories? That'll be cool. Band members need to stand out, after all!
Byakuren
No, we need sutras!
Joon
What do you mean?
Byakuren
A lot of rock artists wear outfits with some kind of text printed on them.
Byakuren
Things like "demon," "beast," or "spirit."
Byakuren
It's like the rock version of sutras!
Joon
No way! They just do that 'cause it looks cool!
─After they were done arguing, PLAYER read out the words printed in the outside world book.
But just as Byakuren was about to paint them on the outfits...
Byakuren
Wait... won't the paint get smudged?! What do we do?!
Joon
Just use a marker instead... No, don't! Why am I helping you with this?!
To the Music Club
Ichirin
Wow, you two look great in those outfits!
Minamitsu
It's different from what Kyouko usually wears, but in a good way! Let's hold a concert once the music club matter is sorted!
Byakuren
That sounds like a good idea. I'll think about it!
Joon
Are you serious?! There's no way I'm gonna do that!
Wow, you guys look amazing!
You don't look intimidating like most rock bands!
Byakuren
Hehe, thanks.
Joon
Thanks, but I feel like these clothes are too plain...
Shou
By the way, Joon, don't worry about your regular clothes and accessories. We'll take good care of them!
Nazrin
We also offer a treasure appraisal service if you're interested.
Kogasa
I can make you accessories if you want! They'll be made of iron, though!
Joon
No thanks!
Joon
*sigh* I never thought I'd be using this ribbon as an accessory.
Joon
Bye, Shion. I'm going to Myouren Temple to train.
Shion
Wait, Joon!
Shion
I know it hasn't happened before, but they might ask you to change your clothes for different kinds of training...
Shion
Here, you can have my spare ribbon!
Joon
Just a ribbon?! What am I meant to do with this?!
Joon
But I guess I'll keep it just in case... Thanks, Shion.
Shion
Good luck, Joon. And remember─
Joon
I think this is gonna be the toughest training I've undergone yet. I miss home already.
Byakuren
Are you ready, Joon? We need to head to the music club!
Joon
Gah, fine. I'll go.
Everyone
Be careful out there!
Byakuren
We should gather as much intel as we can on our way there. It'd be nice if we ran into some musicians...
Joon
As if we'd get so lucky─
Byakuren & Joon
There they are!
Byakuren
Let's go talk to them!
Joon
Wait, why are you getting ready to play music?
Byakuren
I read in that book from the outside world that musicians usually communicate through music.
Byakuren
We're going to have a music battle!
Joon
I'm, like, one hundred percent sure you misread something!
Joon
I tried to copy the way Kyouko and the others play... I'm surprised I could actually do it. I need more practice, though.
Kokoro
That caught me off guard... I didn't expect a music battle all of a sudden! Wait... Is that you, Byakuren?!
Kokoro
Why do you have a guitar?! Don't tell me you've started your own band!
Byakuren
Yes, kind of. But I must say, your band is doing really well.
Satono
It was an unexpected battle, but I had fun! Meeting a new band always gets me really pumped.
Mai
Yeah, there was something really fresh about their music. But we won't lose next time!
Byakuren
Your music, dance, and songs were all very impressive.
Byakuren
I'd love to have another battle sometime!
Joon
Byakuren... aren't you forgetting to ask them about the music club?
Byakuren
Oh, right! Silly me!
Byakuren
I'm sure you all know about it.
Byakuren
It's the underground music club that's filled with the most persistent spirits.
Benben
Yeah, we don't know anything more than you guys.
Yatsuhashi
We're a band of five, so we don't really use small venues for our concerts. Sorry we couldn't be of any help.
Joon
That's OK. We're the ones who should be apologizing for interrupting your practice.
Kokoro
Don't worry about it. We got a good warm-up, thanks to you guys.
Byakuren
Hehe, that's good.
Byakuren
Thank you, Masked Dancer Rebellion. Good luck with your rehearsal.
Joon
OK, we should get going too.
Joon
What's wrong, Byakuren?
BOUZU
Joon
What's wrong, Byakuren? Did you forget something?
Byakuren
Yes, something very important. What should I do...?
Lyrica
Oh, wow, this is a surprise. What are you guys doing together?
Lunasa
Don't tell me you've started playing music.
Merlin
What kind of happy music do you play?!
Raiko
We were gonna go check out a venue and rehearse there. Why don't you join us? We can have a music battle.
Merlin
That sounds exciting!
Lyrica
Yeah, I think it'll help us come up with a new song, too!
Lunasa
Well? What do you say?
Byakuren
We'd love to!
Joon
It seems Byakuren might actually be right about musicians communicating through music...
Raiko
That was some passionate playing! I hope we can perform together someday!
Lunasa
The melancholic melody was brilliant.
Merlin
Yeah, I loved it!
Lyrica
It's like a whole new kind of rock! Did someone teach you to play like that?
Joon
Not really... We're just trying to make our music sound like rock.
Raiko
Well, it sounds kinda like rock, but it's not quite there. There's something missing.
Byakuren
We learned just by watching Kyouko and the others. To tell you the truth, we still don't know what rock really is.
Byakuren
I read about this technique called "screaming" in an outside world book, but I'm not entirely sure what it entails...
Lyrica
Hm, maybe it's like how Kisume sings for her hard rock band.
Merlin
Choujuu Gigaku also sing like that sometimes. It sounds like they're screaming their guts out.
Byakuren
Oh, I get it! So you're literally supposed to scream as loud as you can!
Lunasa
I don't know if that's completely right, but I hope it helps.
Joon
...We didn't learn anything new about the music club.
But Miss Byakuren's problem seems to be solved!
Joon
Who knows if that was the correct interpretation, but if she's happy, I'm―
Joon
She still looks worried!
Joon
What's wrong? We figured out what screaming is all about now!
Byakuren
That was one thing I was worried about. But there's something more important.
Joon
J-Just tell us already...
Byakuren
Well...
Byakuren
We don't have a band name yet!
Joon
I don't really care, so you can choose whatever name you like.
Byakuren
OK, I'll go with something simple and easy to remember...
Byakuren
Let's call it─
Byakuren
BOUZU!
Joon
I shouldn't have let her decide!
And with that, Gensokyo's newest rock band officially had a name!
All Is Suffering
Byakuren
We made it to the music club.
Joon
*cough* *cough*
Joon
Ew, why is it so dusty?! The equipment seems fine, though!
Byakuren
No one's used the place for a while, but everything's in surprisingly good condition.
Byakuren
It just needs a little cleaning up, and it'll be ready for concerts.
Joon
Yeah. Wait, do you mean...
Joon
You want us to clean up right now?!
Byakuren
Yes. It's all part of your training. Besides, maybe we'll figure something out as we go.
Byakuren
Think of it as investigative cleaning. Come on, let's get this done before the spirits show up.
Joon
OK, fine. So long as this counts as training.
Joon
I'm almost done cleaning, but I didn't find anything useful.
Byakuren
If there's nothing binding the spirits to this place...
Byakuren
There's a high possibility that they keep coming back in hopes of listening to music. You might be right, Joon.
Joon
Um, that was only a guess─
Byakuren
The phantoms are here. Miss PLAYER, stay behind us.
G-Got it!
Joon
Wow, there are so many of them. C'mon, let's play 'em some rock music!
Joon & Byakuren
...
Joon
The phantoms left, but...
Byakuren
They didn't seem satisfied... In fact, they looked rather disappointed.
Joon
I have a feeling they're gonna come back...
Byakuren
Me too. We need to put on a better show for them.
Rocky Start
Joon
The phantoms are back. What's the point of performing, though? It's not like they're gonna be satisfied.
Byakuren
We won't know until we try.
Byakuren
(I thought since rock is connected to Buddhism, we'd be able to solve this problem. Why isn't it working?)
Byakuren
If it doesn't go well, we'll just need to practice more. Let's do this, Joon.
Joon
Yeah, yeah, all right.
There are fewer phantoms than before...
Maybe the rock music did have some effect.
Joon
I don't know. Maybe they're just sick of our songs.
Joon
No matter how many times we perform, they don't seem interested.
Byakuren
There's no point getting upset over it. If our performance isn't good enough, we'll just have to work harder.
Joon
(There's no guarantee it'll work, though! I've had enough failures for one day!)
Raised Voices
Byakuren
You're doing it wrong! You need to sing from your diaphragm!
Byakuren
This isn't a one-woman show! You need to harmonize with me!
Joon
You know what, Byakuren?
Byakuren
What is it? It's been only five hours since we started rehearsing, but if you're tired, we can take a little break...
Joon
Yeah, I'm dying for a breather, but that's not what I wanted to talk to you about.
Joon
If you haven't noticed, the number of phantoms that keep coming back has been reducing.
Joon
And not for the right reasons.
Joon
They aren't coming back 'cause they don't like the music. It's the same as losing fans.
Byakuren
You're right. They're leaving because we aren't playing well.
Byakuren
I seriously wanted to save them through rock music and Buddhism...
Joon
But isn't this a good thing? The goal was to get them to stop coming here, and that's what's happening.
Joon
We don't need to perfect playing rock music anymore. In fact, we should stop rehearsing. It's just a waste of time.
Byakuren
What you're saying makes sense, but don't you think it's a bit early to give up?
Byakuren
I think I mentioned this before. I can easily exorcise them, but that won't solve the root cause.
Byakuren
Take all the spirits that stopped coming here because they don't like our music, for example...
Byakuren
They yearn to hear good music, and as long as they don't get that, they'll probably keep showing up.
Joon
Are you saying we have to keep performing until the spirits are satisfied?
Byakuren
Yes, so please bear with me.
Byakuren
I feel like we're very close to solving this.
Joon
Yeah, but─
Look, the phantoms are back again!
Byakuren
Come on, Joon. Let's show them how far we've come. I'm sure that'll give your motivation a boost.
Joon
I hope so...
Joon
Aaaaaand we got the same reaction again. Not to mention we aren't getting many newcomers.
Byakuren
I know, but we'll get another chance...
Joon
Can't we give up already?
Joon
Just exorcise them with your usual chants and get this over with.
Byakuren
There's no point in doing that! With rock music, I'm sure someday they'll─
Joon
You don't know that! You just randomly came up with this rock music idea!
Joon
If you're so sure this'll work, tell me how much longer it'll take!
Byakuren
Well...
Joon
I've had enough...
Joon
You can be in this band all by yourself! I'm done!
Byakuren
Joon, wait!
I'll go check on her!
Byakuren
Miss PLAYER...
Byakuren
I'm sorry... Please look after her.
Byakuren
I won't get through to Joon by raising my voice. I don't know what to do anymore...
Self-Reflection - Byakuren
Byakuren
It's suddenly so quiet... But this is perfect for some self-reflection.
Byakuren
Haven't I learned anything from back when I was sealed away in the depths of Makai...?
Byakuren
I tried to save everyone using the light of dharma and magic, but I went too far and scared away the humans.
Byakuren
I might think what I'm doing is right, but others may not.
Byakuren
I risk destroying the bonds I've worked so hard to create.
Byakuren
I feel bad about what I did to Joon. I forced her to join the band without asking her what she wanted.
Byakuren
I got impatient and ended up being too harsh on her.
Byakuren
How could I be so irresponsible? I'm ashamed of the way I handled Joon and of my inability to play rock music.
Byakuren
I wonder if she'll come back...
Byakuren
Even if she does, I can't force her to do anything. I should consider ending the band and going solo...
???
That's so not like you, Byakuren.
Byakuren
That voice...!
Byakuren
Nue, what are you doing here?
Nue
I heard from everyone at the temple that you started your own band, so I came to check it out.
Nue
Anyway, enough about me.
Nue
I think you and Joon performed quite well. You were nice and loud, and your music has gotten better.
Byakuren
Y-You think so?
Nue
The only thing is...
Nue
I don't know what's missing, but I wasn't really feeling the music.
Nue
Your music is powerful and dynamic, but there's no clarity. What you two are trying to convey isn't clear...
Nue
Maybe it's because you're unsure about something.
Byakuren
So it's not just technique that's lacking... It's something deeper than that, huh?
Byakuren
Hm, what could it be?
Byakuren
Maybe it's because I'm still unclear about what exactly rock is.
Byakuren
Just like I still don't really understand this idea of "screaming."
Nue
Sorry if I said too much. Well... I'll stop by later.
Nue
I'm looking forward to seeing you play a concert!
Byakuren
Hehe, thanks, Nue.
Byakuren
I didn't know having an audience would make me so happy.
Byakuren
I now understand what Kyouko and the others mean when they say they want to perform better for their fans.
Byakuren
Maybe the key to making good music is wanting to play well for the audience.
Byakuren
I still don't know how to play rock music that'll touch people's hearts...
Byakuren
But moping about it won't solve anything. I'll continue to play what I can and find what I lack!
Byakuren
And if Joon decides to come back, we'll save all the souls together as a band.
Byakuren
As a proud member of BOUZU, I need to think about the band's future!
Byakuren
That's why I'm going to practice as much as I can!
Self-Reflection - Joon
Joon
Grrrrr, I'm so done with this band nonsense!
Joon
I could tolerate it as a part of training, but now it makes no sense! How is a rock band going to save phantoms?!
Joon
It'd be so much easier if Byakuren just chanted her sutras. I don't understand why she's doing all this!
Joon
Whoa, what are you doing here, PLAYER?!
Joon
Don't tell me you heard my little rant.
S-Sorry, I didn't mean to sneak up on you...
I was worried, so I followed you.
Joon
Oh... I'm sorry. I really couldn't take it anymore.
Joon
Training at the temple was already hard enough. Band rehearsals took it too far.
Joon
I'm sure Byakuren realizes nothing's gonna change even if we keep at it.
Joon
Isn't it better to work on something that's guaranteed to work? At least that wouldn't be a total waste of time.
Yes, but I don't think she wants to give up.
She wants to help the phantoms and all the musicians...
She wants to please everyone.
Joon
Maybe, but there's no reason for me to─
Joon
Who's there?!
???
...
Joon
Stop hiding and get out here.
Joon
Shion.
Shion
The temple girls told me you'd be here. But you were having a serious conversation, so I didn't want to interrupt...
Joon
You didn't have to hide behind the bushes, though. You scared me.
Shion
Ahaha... My bad.
Shion
You're wearing something different for your training this time. It looks like you're working hard.
Joon
It's more of a rock band outfit!
Shion
Oh, wow. Hehe, I didn't realize.
Joon
Wh-What are you smiling about? Does it look weird?
Shion
No, it's not that. I just noticed you're wearing my ribbon.
Shion
Wait, Joon!
Shion
Here, you can have my spare ribbon!
Joon
Just a ribbon?! What am I meant to do with this?!
Joon
But I guess I'll keep it just in case... Thanks, Shion.
Shion
Good luck, Joon. And remember─
Shion
I'm always here for you.
Joon
Y-Yeah, it keeps the hair out of my face!
Joon
But... that's not the only reason. I feel like I was able to do my best 'cause I had this with me.
Shion
Hehe, I'm glad it came in handy.
Shion
By the way, is your throat all right?
Joon
Well, Byakuren did have me singing as loud as I could. I'm fine, though. Why? Do I sound tired?
Shion
No, no. It's just I heard rock is all about singing loudly. If you're OK, that's all that matters.
Joon
(Byakuren didn't know anything about rock when we started. She's trying to teach me and learn at the same time.)
Joon
(Yeah, the rehearsals were tough, but practicing like crazy was pretty rewarding.)
Joon
(It's just... no matter how loudly we sang, it felt like we weren't connecting with the phantoms.)
Joon
(Maybe...)
Joon
(Maybe it'd work if we put in more effort for the parts of the song that aren't sung loudly?)
Joon
(Like, when I speak to Shion, she isn't loud, but I somehow always understand what she wants to say.)
Joon
(Her voice is soft, but her feelings are conveyed loud and clear.)
Joon
(Skill isn't the only thing that Byakuren and I lack. Our voices are loud enough already...)
Joon
(But we lack conviction. That's why our message isn't getting through!)
Joon
Shion, I think I'm gonna go back to the music club. I don't wanna give up either.
Shion
Um, I don't know what's going on, but don't overexert yourself, OK?
Joon
I won't! And I've decided something!
Joon
I'm a pestilence god, an oil baron, and next, I'm gonna be a rockstar!
Shion
That's awesome! Do I get to be a backstage god if you're a rockstar?!
Joon
...Thanks, Shion.
Scream From the Soul
Byakuren
Miss PLAYER, Joon...! You're back!
Joon
Um, Byakuren...
Joon
I'm, umm... sorry I stormed out earlier.
Byakuren
It's OK. I'm sorry, too. I was too harsh on you. I shouldn't have forced you to join the band.
Joon
I actually realized something after I calmed down a bit...
Joon
I want to do this. I want to keep practicing and give it my all.
Byakuren
I'm glad to hear that.
Byakuren
I'd like to get started on the rehearsals, but...
Byakuren
We've got a full house of impatient spirits.
Byakuren
Let's deal with them first.
Joon
I'll handle it!
Byakuren
Joon?!
Joon
I told you I wanna do this.
Joon
I think I've finally realized what we're lacking.
Byakuren
Very well. I'll let you take care of it.
Joon
Thanks.
Joon
Here I go!
Joon
(This still isn't good enough!)
Joon
(I need to sing with emotion... not from my diaphragm, but from the bottom of my heart!)
C-Careful, Joon!
Byakuren
You're tugging too hard on the mic cord! It's going to disconnect!
Joon
That...
Joon
Doesn't matter!
Byakuren
I can't believe this! The spirits are actually enjoying themselves!
Byakuren
(Now I get it... I finally understand what I was lacking all this time.)
Byakuren
("Screaming" isn't simply about singing loudly.)
Byakuren
(It needs to be a scream from the soul!)
Byakuren
(I need to project my emotions with my voice. Thanks to Joon, I see that now.)
Byakuren
Joon, I'm going to join you! Let's show them what screaming from the soul sounds like!
Joon
Byakuren?!
Joon
OK! Let's do this together!
Joon
H-How was that?!
Joon
Byakuren, is this for real?!
Byakuren
Yes, they look satisfied.
Joon
Woohoo! Our rock music finally got through to the spirits!
Joon
Are they saying anything about our performance?
Byakuren
They're saying it was a very exciting and passionate performance.
Joon
That's nice...
Byakuren
Joon, you taught me what rock music and "screaming" are all about.
Byakuren
Thank you.
Joon
You don't need to thank me for it! I wouldn't have figured it out myself if it wasn't for Shion!
Byakuren
Shion? Did you see her when you left earlier?
Joon
Yeah, it was unexpected. She came to check up on me...
Joon
Oh, Nue was here?
Byakuren
Yes, thanks to her, I learned the importance and joy of singing with the audience in mind.
Byakuren
Up until now, we were just trying to copy how others played rock music without understanding the true meaning of it.
Byakuren
That's why it wasn't effective.
Joon
Yeah, but now we've finally realized what kind of rock music we need to play.
Joon & Byakuren
It's all about connecting to our audience using screams from the soul!
Byakuren
Joon, would you like to be in a band with me?
Joon
Do you really need to ask that? Of course, I'd love to!
Byakuren
Thank you.
Byakuren
BOUZU's back, and ready to blow some phantom minds!
Joon
I-In a good way, right?!
Coming Together
Joon
We've got a new audience!
Byakuren
Yes, but...
Joon
What's wrong, Byakuren?
Byakuren
At first, the number of phantoms was reducing...
Byakuren
But now we're getting more of them every time.
Byakuren
We managed to please our audience with our performance, and that really makes me happy.
Looks like word of your band is spreading...
And your fanbase is growing!
Byakuren
Hehe, how wonderful.
Joon
It feels like our hard work is paying off! C'mon, let's keep it up!
Challenge
Joon
Putting on mini-concerts to deal with the spirits in between practice sessions takes a surprising amount of stamina.
Byakuren
Here, have this. It's important to take a breather from rehearsals just like you do with training.
Joon
I guess it's not good to overdo things, huh? Thanks for the drink!
Joon
By the way, what does this phrase on my T-shirt mean?
Joon
It says, "Rollin' Challengin' Myouren."
Byakuren
I wanted it to sound like a sutra, so I arranged the words that way.
Byakuren
Using Buddhist words would be a bit extreme, so I went with something simple.
Byakuren
By the way, I've got the same T-shirt on!
Joon
Oh, I didn't notice 'cause you're all zipped up!
Byakuren
"Rollin'" because it's all about rock and roll. I read in the music book that rock stars roll with an unorthodox mindset.
Byakuren
"Challengin'" was another word Miss PLAYER read in the book.
Byakuren
I'll let her explain why we went with that one.
Playing rock music has been a challenge...
But a challenge is also about never giving up!
Byakuren
It symbolizes our hardships and our resolve to overcome them.
Joon
I think it perfectly describes us.
Joon
Nothing was working for us, but we decided to revive our band and try again. We were up for the challenge!
Joon
And trying to save phantoms with rock music is kinda like chanting an unorthodox sutra.
Byakuren
Hehe, that's true. I think I truly understand how rock is connected to Buddhism now, thanks to you.
Byakuren
Well, we better get rollin'. We've got an audience to please. Are you ready, Joon?
Joon
Yeah, I'm all rested up! Let's do this!
Byakuren
After performing for the phantoms there's one thing I'm sure about.
Joon
What's that?
Byakuren
All of them are spirits of people who enjoyed music.
Byakuren
Rock music was probably their favorite kind.
Joon
That's why they keep coming back here no matter how many times we drive them away.
Joon
It also makes sense why they weren't satisfied at first. They could tell we were amateurs.
Byakuren
Besides rock lovers, I think some of them were just tired of the world and were looking for an escape.
Byakuren
Rock is definitely the kind of music that's filled with rebellious spirit. It liberates them.
Byakuren
Come on, Joon. Let's show them the way!
Byakuren
We'll save humans, youkai, phantoms, and every musician who wants to perform here!
Joon
Whoa, you're getting seriously pumped up. I kinda like it!
Joon
We've got a full house! What are we waiting for?!
Soul-Searching
The BOUZU concerts were going well─
Phantom Who Heard a Rumor
(Is this the place with all the intense rock concerts?!)
Regular Youkai
The last concert was awesome! Are they gonna play a new song today?
Adventurous Human
I heard both humans and youkai enjoy concerts together here! Those two from Myouren Temple are amazing!
BOUZU's fans kept showing up, and the tiny music club started getting a large number of visitors!
Joon
I never thought we'd get so famous!
Joon
Maybe we should make some merch for our band and get rich, too― ...I-I mean, our hard work has paid off!
Joon
Byakuren...?
Byakuren
I'm really glad that so many people love our music, but...
Byakuren
We need to take care of something else.
Joon
I thought helping the phantoms and setting them free from the club was the only thing we had to do. Is there more?
Byakuren
Yes, there is.
Byakuren
Everyone who comes here has one thing in common. They're all looking for some sort of salvation.
Byakuren
And I mean both the living and the dead.
Joon
If they're alive, can't they just go somewhere else to listen to music?
Byakuren
Yes, but they choose to come here. That means...
Byakuren
Even though they're alive, they're looking for relief from the frustrations and stress of life!
(Some of them just seem to be fans, though...)
(I won't say anything for now!)
Byakuren
We need to save them, too!
Joon
Hmm, I don't think they need rescuing like the spirits do...
Joon
Whatever. I'm having fun either way!
Byakuren
Thanks, Joon.
Byakuren
Come on, it's time to rock!
Under Clear Skies
Joon
Um, Byakuren... I'm happy that so many people have come to see us perform but...
Byakuren
Wow, I didn't expect such a large turnout... I don't think everyone will be able to fit inside the club.
Youkai Who Couldn't Get In
Hey, there's no room for me! I'm gonna force my way in!
Human Who Just Got In
Whoa, stop pushing! You're gonna hurt someone!
New Human Fan
Hey, you! Didn't you attend their concert the other day? Maybe you should give others a chance!
Regular Youkai
It's first come, first served! If you were a real BOUZU fan, you'd have gotten here earlier.
People aren't happy about being stuck outside!
There'll be trouble if we don't do something!
Byakuren
To make things worse, a lot more spirits are here this time...
Byakuren
If a fight breaks out, it'll trigger the spirits. We won't be able to handle so many at once.
Joon
Wh-What are we gonna do?! If only the club wasn't so tiny!
Byakuren
I guess we have no choice. Let's take this concert above ground!
Byakuren
We'll have more space and once we're outside we can look for another venue. I'm sure our audience will understand.
Joon
But how do we guide them all without causing chaos...?
???
Leave that to us!
BOUZU
What are you doing here, Nue?! What are you doing here, Shion?!
Fan & Backstage God
I came disguised as equipment to watch the concert! I've come as the backstage god to watch the concert!
Joon
O-Oh, OK... It'd be great if you could help us guide everyone outside.
Byakuren
I'll speak to them first, and then you can take over.
Joon
Thank you all for coming today! But unfortunately, this club is too small to fit everyone...
Byakuren
So, we're moving to another venue! Please be patient as our staff direct you out of the club!
Nue
Everyone close to the exit, follow me!
Shion
Everyone close to the stage, please wait a while.
Joon
Everything's going smoothly thanks to them!
Byakuren
We should get going, too. Let's use the staff exit to sneak out.
Aya
Quite a lot of people have shown up for BOUZU's concert!
Hatate
This crowd is huge! Good thing I came looking for a story! I can interview people and write my next article!
Aya
I'm not going to let you beat me, Hatate! Don't forget I'm your rival!
Joon
Even the crow tengu are here... This is gonna be hectic.
Byakuren
We have to get things under control. Let's do this, Joon!
Joon
Huh, you want to perform here?!
Aya
I sense a surprise concert coming! This story's all mine!
Hatate
That's not fair! I'm gonna cover it, too!
Byakuren
Everyone, can I have your attention? I know it's rather sudden, but...
Byakuren
It's time for enlightenment!
Everyone
What...?
Joon
Um, she means we're having a surprise concert along with a battle of bullets!
Byakuren
Get ready, everyone!
Byakuren
Let's begin...
Byakuren
The enlightenment!
Joon
No one gets what you're saying! Just call it a surprise concert!
Hatate & Aya
W-We just came here for a story...
Byakuren
It seems some of our fans were more impatient than others... But now that everyone's calm, we need to decide where to go.
Joon
We can't tell them we haven't decided on a place yet.
Joon
That concert wasn't enough for most of them...
Byakuren
I know. If we can't find somewhere good, we'll just take them to Myouren Temple. Or the Scarlet Devil Mansion...
A Voice From Above
Phew, we made it in time! It was fun flying at full speed!
Another Voice From Above
Listen up, everyone! We're gonna guide you all to a spacious venue!
BOUZU
What are you two doing here...?!
Palanquin Ship
Nue
You're finally here! Everything will be fine now!
Joon
Well, I didn't expect that. With that ship, there are a bunch of ways to deal with this massive crowd...
Minamitsu
Byakuren, Joon! Sorry we took so long!
Joon
Why is the Palanquin Ship here?! Actually, I'm more amazed by that perfect timing!
Byakuren
Come to think of it, Nue and Shion showing up was nothing short of a miracle.
Byakuren
Did you know things would end up like this?
Shion
Hehe, kinda. So, as we were sneaking out to watch your concert─
Shou
I heard people talking about them, but I didn't know they were so popular!
Nue
They've been performing in a really tiny music club. They're gonna run out of space soon.
Kyouko
It'd be fine if they were dealing with just spirits, but they have others going to watch them, too.
Shion
They could perform somewhere else, but if they do that, they won't be able to achieve what they set out to do...
Nazrin
Hm, maybe we should be ready to do something about it if things get out of control.
Ichirin
PLAYER's with them, too. It'll be bad if she gets caught up in a sea of people!
Kogasa
Ooooh, I have a brilliant idea! We can solve everything and surprise everyone all at once!
Minamitsu
That's a good idea! We might get scolded for it, but who cares?!
Shou
OK, then, let's try and be ready for their next concert!
Byakuren
We were so busy with the concerts that we didn't notice this could turn into a problem.
Byakuren
Thank you for watching out for us.
Joon
So, what's the plan? Are we guiding the audience with that ship? Surely we can't perform inside it.
Shion
I know what to do─
Minamitsu
Greetings, BOUZU fans! Sorry to keep you waiting! We're gonna have a special event...
Minamitsu
BOUZU will be performing mid-air, and there'll be an autograph signing event to boot!
Whoa, that sounds amazing!
Nue
We'll take you all to a new, bigger venue on our ship.
Shion
We still haven't found the perfect place yet, so we'll look for one as we go!
Joon
At least it'll be easier to guide everyone in the air than on foot, and no one will argue 'cause they'll all get to see the concert.
Byakuren
And it'll be easier to find an outdoor venue if we look from above.
Joon
Now...
BOUZU
Let's begin the special BOUZU event, "Palanquin Ship in the Fantastic Sky"!
Overcoming Difficulties
Byakuren
It'll be so nice interacting with fans while we sign autographs.
Joon
Performing mid-air is exciting, but a battle of bullets just to get an autograph...
Joon
I don't think everyone's gonna be on board with that.
Byakuren
...
Byakuren
Overcoming difficult circumstances, getting autographs, and attending concerts at new locations...
Byakuren
That's the fate of all rock band fans!
Joon
Sounds kinda rough!
Joon
We've been signing autographs as we fly, but we still haven't found a new venue.
Byakuren
The stage on top of the Misty Lake has been dismantled... Is barging into the Scarlet Devil Mansion our only other option?
We should look for a place with a little less drama...
Joon
Yeah, we'll keep the audience occupied until we find somewhere!
Heard Loud and Clear
Joon
The audience is starting to get a little restless...
Joon
It's getting dark. We need to find a venue, quick.
Byakuren
Don't worry. I have the perfect place.
Joon
Really?! Where is― Wait, what's this?! I thought it was one autograph per person!
Joon
Why are some of them coming back for more?!
Joon
All right, fine! But just this once!
Kaguya
This band is amazing! Now I understand why you like them so much, Mokou!
Mokou
Yeah, you get it. Their melodies and lyrics are full of passion.
Byakuren
Hehe, thanks.
Joon
We gotta sign this one with our best bullets!
Kaguya
The performance and the battle were both brilliant! Maybe I should get Eirin and the others to come next time.
Mokou
That's gonna be tricky... But anyway, thanks for the show.
Mokou
Good luck!
BOUZU
Thanks!
Salvation
Byakuren
─OK, we're here.
Joon
You want to perform here?! Well, I guess it's kind of spacious!
Byakuren
I told you it was the perfect place to guide souls─
Byakuren
This is where we'll perform!
Um, is it really OK to perform in a graveyard?
Byakuren
Why not? Haven't you heard people say they went to a concert in a graveyard at night?
Joon
Literally no one has ever said that!
Joon
But we've got lots of phantoms in the audience, so I guess it kinda works.
Byakuren
I can see everyone's excited. Get ready for our next song!
???
Hold it right there!
???
You can't leave us out of a rock song!
Joon
You...!
BOUZU
Choujuu Gigaku feat. KissME?!
Byakuren
Oh, I get it. Kyouko arranged a rock band battle.
Kyouko & Byakuren
It's gonna be the most exciting concert ever!
Mystia
We'll show you what our rock music is all about!
Joon
We've worked really hard on our sound! We aren't gonna lose to you!
Byakuren
That's right. We've trained our bodies, minds, and souls. Our music is a form of enlightenment!
Kisume
(Everyone's so impressive... I-I gotta do my best!)
Kisume
Your heads might fall off if you come at us with such weak rock music!
Kisume
It's your bones, heads, or victory! You only get one!
Byakuren
Wow... Is this what non-Buddhist rock is about?!
Kyouko & Mystia
I don't think you should judge all rock music by what Kisume says...
Kisume
GEHEHE! Have you made your choice?! If you can't, then...
Kisume
They're all mine!
Joon
At least give us decent options! Only the last one makes sense! The first two are just creepy!
Byakuren
Joon's right. But FYI...
Byakuren
We'll be keeping our bones and heads, AND we'll secure the victory!
Joon
B-Byakuren?!
Byakuren
We've got people who support us... People who come to watch our concerts.
Byakuren
And they're right here.
Byakuren
There's no way I'm giving up. I'm going to make sure we win!
Joon
(Yeah, I'm gonna do my best too...)
Shion
Good luck, Joon. And remember─
Shion
I'm always here for you.
Joon
...I'm not gonna let them intimidate me.
Joon
Byakuren, we can't lose!
Byakuren
We won't!
Kyouko
It looks like you're ready.
Choujuu Gigaku feat. KissME
Hard rock that'll make your soul tremble! That's the kind of music we play!
Choujuu Gigaku feat. KissME
Get ready!
BOUZU
Our melody is the light of salvation that illuminates the world! Our rock band guides wandering souls!
BOUZU
We're BOUZU, and we're here to blow your minds!
BOUZU
One, two... One, two, three, four!
Mystia
I love your music!
Joon
Likewise! It was a super close battle!
Kisume
L-Let's do this again sometime!
Kyouko
Whoa, look...
Byakuren
Yes, it's morning already. That was the end of the night concert.
Joon
All the phantoms have finally departed in peace...
Byakuren
Yes, this has set them free. Now, people can use the music club without any problems.
Mystia
Everyone seemed really content as they left!
Kisume
That's nice! The concert was a big hit!
Kyouko
I gotta say, seeing your enthusiasm for rock music has motivated me to practice more.
Joon
You played well. We just got lucky, I guess.
Byakuren
Yes, and we got a glimpse of your passion for rock. We need to train harder.
Joon
Huh, are we gonna continue the band?!
Joon
I'll admit I had a lot of fun. And it might sound strange, but I also feel kinda proud of myself...
Joon
I-If you wanna keep the band going... I won't say no!
Byakuren
Hehe, thanks, Joon. Let's play another concert sometime soon.
Byakuren
I hope we'll be able to make the departed souls proud with our music.
Keep Singing
Shou
─That's the end of Nazrin's report on the music club.
Byakuren
Thanks, Shou. Please convey my gratitude to everyone who helped.
Shou
I will.
Hello! Is Joon around?
I came to pick her up instead of Shion!
Byakuren
Hello, Miss PLAYER.
Byakuren
Joon is getting ready to leave. Do you mind waiting?
Nope! Shion needs some time before Joon gets back.
She's preparing a wildflower banquet as a treat for her!
Byakuren
I-I see. Maybe we should give her something, too.
Joon
Phew, I can finally go home.
Joon
Training was really tough this time around. But I guess it was fun!
Byakuren
I'm glad. You're welcome to come train here anytime.
Joon
I'd rather not...
Byakuren
Hehe, just kidding. But let's keep practicing music for our band. You don't have to think of it as training.
Joon
All right then, I'll stop by every now and then.
Byakuren
By the way, I have something to tell you about the music club.
Byakuren
The phantoms haven't returned since our last concert. Everyone's been using the club freely.
Byakuren
This wouldn't have been possible without you and Miss PLAYER's help. Thank you.
Joon
OK, stop. You're embarrassing me...!
Joon
I'm just glad all our efforts paid off. Thanks for including me.
Joon
Anyway, it's time for me to leave.
Byakuren
All right. I'd love to see you off, but I've got a sermon to give.
Byakuren
I'll have to bid you farewell now.
Joon
That's all right. I have PLAYER with me. Good luck with your sermon.
Byakuren
Thanks. Be careful on your way back.
Joon
I'm finally free! I'm gonna have so much fun when I'm home!
Joon
But I did kinda enjoy the training.
Joon
So, maybe I'll make the post-training party a little less extravagant this time!
(She hasn't learned a thing! She's the same old Joon!)
(I hope she doesn't get dragged back to the temple!)
Joon
Didn't Byakuren say rock is somehow linked to Buddhism?
Joon
I guess sutras are similar to the rebellious spirit of rock music and screaming about the things you're unhappy about.
Joon
Come to think of it, there might be more similarities.
Joon
Byakuren only eats vegetarian food. But it's not 'cause she's poor. Myouren Temple is actually pretty lavish.
Joon
She even gave us lots of expensive ingredients for our party.
Joon
Hmmm...
Joon
It reminds me of the newly formed band mentioned in this music book.
Joon
I doubt new bands earn much, but they still need expensive accessories and equipment.
Joon
Rock music and Buddhism might not seem similar at first, but I think there's a lot of overlap.
Joon
Byakuren said she had a sermon to give, but I bet she's performing a song or something.
Joon
I remember the people who came to listen to her sermon last time were asking her to play a BOUZU song!
Joon
Maybe it's just me, but this quiet road is really calming.
Joon
The sky looks so beautiful today.
A Fresh Start
Joon
I know I agreed to keep playing music, but I didn't think we'd be having a concert so soon.
Joon
Not to mention, the venue is huge!
Joon
Well, I guess it makes sense as we ran out of room in the music club last time.
Joon
But still... to go from that to performing on such a big stage!
Yeah, but you guys got really famous, so it's perfect!
This is perfect for the big audience that'll show up!
Joon
That's true. It's better to have a bigger space, considering the number of people that might come.
Joon
It'll make it easier to sell merch and make tons of money...
Joon
Ahem... I mean, let's go meet up with Byakuren!
Joon
We're here, Byakuren. You wanted to talk about the concert, right?
Byakuren
Oh, hello, Joon, Miss PLAYER! You couldn't have come at a better time!
Byakuren
We have a serious problem. We've been racking our brains over it.
Joon
Um, what is it?
Byakuren
Well...
Byakuren
We haven't sold a single ticket!
Joon
What?! Wait... I didn't know we were selling tickets.
Byakuren
I thought having the concert in a bigger venue with tickets would solve the overcrowding problem we had last time.
Byakuren
Kokoro and Kyouko suggested we should use tickets to keep track of the size of our audience. I took their advice, but...
Joon
Well, we're a new band, after all. It won't be that easy to sell all the tickets right away.
Joon
I'll help sell them. I can't let you do all the work.
Joon
Where are the leftover tickets?
Byakuren
Here.
Joon
But...
Joon
These aren't tickets! What on earth are they?!
Byakuren
I heard tickets are made of paper, so I thought we could use keha. They're cards we use during Buddhist ceremonies.
Joon
They don't look anything like concert tickets!
Byakuren
Oh... Maybe that's why no one's buying them!
Joon
Gah, never mind! We'll help you find a way to sell them all!
Byakuren
That's so nice of you! I need to learn to be proactive like you!
(I thought the tickets would be free...)
(Maybe it's like they're asking fans for a donation.)
Joon
C'mon, PLAYER! We gotta get to work! We don't have much time to sell these before the concert!
O-OK!
Air Ticket Office
Ichirin
Hm, so that's why no one's been buying the tickets.
Kogasa
Yeah, who'd have thought it was 'cause of the way they looked!
Shou
Wait a minute... I think I have one of those ticket things. They're rectangular, right?
Joon
Yeah, that's more like a concert ticket!
Nazrin
Setting aside the fact you'd forgotten all about it until now... where did you get it from?
Shou
It's a sample ticket I borrowed from Kyouko. I thought it'd be a good reference.
Shou
The ticket is torn along the dotted line at the entrance and the ticket stub is then returned to the owner.
Comparing our handmade ticket to this one...
Don't you think ours is missing a lot of info?
Byakuren
Oh, no! I forgot to write the date, time, and venue for the concert!
Byakuren
Let's all work together to fill in the tickets!
Byakuren
There's not enough space!
Joon
You don't say!
Joon
Let's just tell people all that stuff when they buy a ticket.
Joon
Then again, we've got stacks of tickets and lots of places to cover. Explaining every single time would be too much work.
Joon
I guess if we work together, we'll manage somehow. We'll target crowded places and try to sell them all...
Minamitsu
Don't worry!
Joon
Wh-Whoa! What's going on?!
Minamitsu
I got the ship ready exactly for a time like this!
Minamitsu
I call it the Palanquin Ship Air Ticket Office! It'll help us get around Gensokyo in a flash!
Byakuren
I was wondering where you had gone off to... That's actually a great idea!
Joon
You're really OK with this, Byakuren?!
Minamitsu
C'mon, you guys! Hop aboard the Palanquin Ship!
Byakuren
What are you waiting for, Joon?!
Joon
Gah, fine!
Byakuren
Let's tell everyone we come across that these keha are tickets for our concert.
Joon
You mean we're gonna try and sell them, right?
Byakuren
Well, yes. But we won't force anyone to buy one if they're not interested.
Joon
Fine, fine. Let's do this!
Byakuren
The keha tickets are selling like hotcakes! And all we had to do was explain what they were!
Joon
I have a new-found respect for regular tickets...
Joon
A lot of our fans didn't even know we were having a concert. This has been great advertising.
Byakuren
Agreed. Let's keep this up till we're all sold out!
Selling Tickets
Byakuren
OK, now that we're off the ship, let's sell some tickets...
Joon
How are we gonna do that here? Isn't this place always deserted?
Reimu
First, you show up uninvited, and then you dare to insult my shrine?
Shion
Oh, hey, Joon. Are you here on band business?
Joon
Yeah, kinda. But wait, why are you here?
Joon
These aren't for eating!
Shion
I-I know that. I'm not stupid, you know?
Joon
(I have my doubts...)
Reimu
Can you guys get your ship out of my shrine?
Byakuren
Hm, this isn't looking good.
Reimu
What are you talking about?
Byakuren
We won't gain much by selling our tickets here at Hakurei Shrine.
Reimu
Then get out already.
Byakuren
This shrine's not popular at all, so the only people who come here do so because they feel connected to it.
Byakuren
Even though very... very few people will show up, I want to stay and tell them about our concert.
Reimu
There's a limit to how rude you can be, you know?! Take your paper scraps and get out of here!
Shion
I think I know where this is headed...
Joon
Ugh, I'm gonna sort this out!
Reimu
Gah, you know I can't say no to you.
Sorry, Reimu! Just let us stay for a bit longer!
Reimu
You've got loads of tickets left, right? Gimme some and I'll see what I can do.
Byakuren
Are you sure you want to take that many?
Reimu
I was gonna go out anyway. I'm sure I'll manage to sell them all.
Byakuren
Wow, thank you!
Joon
Yeah, you're doing us a huge favor! But how are you gonna sell so many? Are you going to a party or something?
Reimu
I wish.
Reimu
I'm headed for the Youkai Mountain. The youkai have been causing trouble, so I'm gonna go show 'em who's boss!
Joon & Shion
...?!
Byakuren
I see. Thanks for your help, but please don't be too harsh on the youkai.
Reimu
Don't worry, it'll be fine. I won't be any harsher than usual!
Joon & Shion
(That doesn't sound fine!)
Byakuren
All right, let's head out. We've still got tickets to sell.
Joon
Y-Yeah, we better hurry...!
Shion
Um, Joon...
Joon
What is it, Shion?
Shion
Good luck! I'll come watch your concert later!
Joon
Hehe, thank you!
Synergy
Joon
Hmm, we've still got so many tickets left over.
Byakuren
Even with the Palanquin Ship and the shrine maiden's help...
Nue
Why don't we split up?
Byakuren
Oh, that's a great idea! We'll be able to sell to a wider range of people that way.
Byakuren
Will you help us?
Nue
I guess I could.
Byakuren
Thanks, Nue. Joon, Miss PLAYER, and I will cover the Human Village.
Byakuren
You can all take care of the Youkai Mountain.
Nue
Got it.
Joon
(Just try to stay away from Reimu!)
Byakuren
Actually, if we're going to split up into two groups...
Byakuren
The Palanquin Ship sticks out like a sore thumb in the village. Maybe you should drop us off a short distance away.
Minamitsu
Roger that! I'll get the ship started!
Byakuren
I'm leaving the Youkai Mountain to you all.
Shou
We'll take care of it. You be careful out there.
Joon
C'mon, let's sell all these tickets!
Byakuren
There should be a lot of people in the village, so this is the perfect chance to promote our concert. Let's do our best!
Joon
...Huh? What's with this big crowd?
Byakuren
That's...!
Byakuren
Toyosatomimi no Miko! Don't tell me the people of the Divine Spirit Mausoleum are here!
Miko
Why, if it isn't the monk from Myouren Temple and the pestilence god. Is there something you need?
Futo
Thou best not try to interrupt Lady Taishi's speech!
Tojiko
Quiet, Futo. Lady Taishi is trying to talk to them.
Joon
We aren't here to cause trouble.
Joon
We were just wondering why everyone's gathered here─
Byakuren
We're here to promote our band and sell tickets to our concert.
Joon
Wh-What are you doing?
Byakuren
You give speeches all the time. Why don't you let us have this spot today?
Miko
Hm, I've heard great things about your band. It makes sense that you'd want to promote your concert in a crowded area.
Miko
However, we were here first. You can't seriously expect us to leave.
Byakuren
I knew you'd say that.
Miko & Byakuren
If neither of us is willing to back down─
Miko & Byakuren
A battle of bullets it is!
Futo
Come on, Tojiko! Let us join Lady Taishi!
Tojiko & Joon
Why is everyone so hot-headed?!
Miko
Let's call it a draw this time.
Byakuren
Very well. It seems we've attracted quite a crowd.
Miko & Byakuren
(Wait a minute!)
Miko & Byakuren
(It's the perfect time for a speech!) (It's the perfect time to sell tickets!)
Miko & Byakuren
(This is all thanks to the battle...)
Miko & Byakuren
(I can't just walk away from here...)
Miko & Byakuren
(I have to take advantage of this situation!)
Miko
Miss Monk, I can see this really means a lot to you, so I've decided to let you share this space with us.
Byakuren
Thank you. I'll take you up on that offer.
Villager A
When I decided to come for the speech, I didn't expect them to be selling tickets to a BOUZU concert! This is so cool!
Villager B
I'm so glad I got the tickets! Maybe I'll stay for the speech now that I'm here.
Everyone
...
Tojiko
It looks like things worked out for everyone.
Joon
Y-Yeah... Thanks for sharing the space with us.
Joon
It wasn't all smooth sailing, but I'm glad we managed to sell all the tickets!
Byakuren
Now we just need to meet up with the others on the Palanquin Ship─
Oh, hello, Miss Raiko. What's wrong?
You seem a bit down... Did something happen?
Raiko
There was a slight mix-up and now we don't know what to do.
Byakuren
Do you mind telling us the problem?
Joon
We might be able to help you.
Raiko
Thanks. The thing is...
The Usual Spot
Joon
Sorry for the sudden change in venue! And thank you for showing up!
Byakuren
We have limited space here, so we're splitting up the concert over several days! We hope you enjoy!
Shion
I thought they were gonna perform in a bigger venue. What happened?
Nue
Well─
Joon
A special concert?!
Lyrica
Yeah, we haven't done one since the four of us got together.
Merlin
We just wanted to do something special for our fans who are always there, supporting us...
Lunasa
We thought we had the venue reserved, but there was a mix-up, and now we have nowhere to perform.
Byakuren
Where were you supposed to have your concert?
Raiko
On the stage in the Garden of the Sun.
Joon
Byakuren, that's...!
Byakuren
I know. We can't forsake those in need. Besides─
Byakuren
We have our usual spot.
Shion
Oh, they let Prismriver With H have the bigger venue. But...
Shion
They look happy, so I guess it's fine.
Yeah! And they somehow seem livelier!
Shion
It's funny that they picked a smaller venue. It's like the story of the Tongue-Cut Sparrow.
Nue
Yeah, Byakuren always says that life is comfortable if you don't wish for too much.
Nue
But maybe they picked this music club because...
Nue
This is where they started. It's a place filled with memories for them.
Shion
And it's kinda exciting that we get to see them play here every night.
Nue
A fan couldn't ask for more...
Nue
I-I mean I'll come again tomorrow if I feel like it!
Joon
Are you guys ready?!
BOUZU
Let's get this thirty-three-night BOUZU concert started!
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