Misumaru Tamatsukuri
Misumaru Tamatsukuri's Fantasy Rebirth Story
There's no oxygen past this point.
I wonder if I have any items that could help...
???
Stop right there! It's dangerous to go any further!
Misumaru
Oh, it's you, PLAYER. That explains why my security Yin-Yang Orbs didn't go off!
Misumaru
What are you doing here at a time like this? You're not here to see me, are you?
Misumaru
Oh, and don't forget I'm a god. Try and act, you know, a little humble.
I'll do my best...
How come you're so down-to-earth?
Misumaru
Because I'm a god of jewels, orbs, and beads.
Misumaru
Long ago, round objects were treated like treasure. Now, though, there are perfect spheres all around us.
Misumaru
It wouldn't be right for me to act all high and mighty. I have to make myself more relatable to you humans.
Misumaru
Heh heh, what do you make of that? Feel like revering me?
Not exactly...
But I feel like I wanna be friends with you forever!
Misumaru
Close enough. I myself like adorable kids just as much as I like adorable orbs.
I-I'll try and stay this adorable!
And I'll stay away from pesky squares and triangles!
Misumaru
Naturally, round objects are desirable, but if we're talking about rare minerals, the occasional hard edge is acceptable.
It is?!
Misumaru
You know that some magatama aren't round... right?!
They're not?!
Misumaru
I would prefer to only acknowledge the value of a misshapen magatama if it pairs with another to make a perfect circle...
Misumaru
But beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you only accept perfection, your creative process is bound to stall.
Misumaru
So, what brings you here today? Surely it has something to do with the Lost Word Incident.
It does!
Misumaru
Go on, make your request. But don't get your hopes up.
Well, the thing is...
Misumaru
I'm listening.
I want to use Izanagi Objects!
Misumaru
What?
Eek! I'll take that as a no!
...Hm?
Miss Misumaru?
Misumaru
So you're here for Izanagi Objects.
Misumaru
Tell me everything.
Misumaru
...I see. Using Izanagi Objects certainly seems appropriate.
Misumaru
But while I may be an expert on them, I'm not their creator.
Misumaru
Even as a god, I can't see the full scope of their power.
Misumaru
I can't guarantee they won't cause accidents or disasters. They're as hard to predict as a battle of bullets.
Misumaru
I want you to keep that all in mind.
O-OK, I will!
Misumaru
What I'm about to tell you is a theory about Izanagi Objects.
Misumaru
I'm a god who specializes in them, yet all I have to offer is a theory. That should tell you how extraordinary they are.
Misumaru
Make no mistake―my uncertainty doesn't stem from a lack of divine power.
Got it...
Misumaru
There are many theories about the origin of Izanagi Objects, but they likely come from a massive rock slab that's been lost.
Misumaru
In the outside world, I think you'd call it a tectonic plate. According to their accounts, it was lost long ago.
Misumaru
But this is Gensokyo―the place where lost things gather.
Misumaru
Part of the rock slab may have been driven up to form a large chunk of the Youkai Mountain.
Misumaru
That would explain why dragon gems can be mined in the Rainbow Dragon Cave.
Misumaru
This rock slab was known as the Izanagi Plate in the outside world. The only records of it are from ancient times.
Misumaru
The Earth holds memories of its history―in both its layers of strata and its geomagnetic shifts.
Misumaru
That is to say, the Izanagi Plate itself is a record of history.
Misumaru
It's for that very reason that dragon gems can partially copy someone's memories or ability.
Whoa, it's all starting to make sense!
Misumaru
Keep listening. This next bit's important. Some Izanagi Objects store memories from the distant past.
...So you could watch the Age of the Gods like a movie?
Misumaru
Sadly, I have to admit it could be described that way.
For real?!
Misumaru
In fact, you could relive those memories yourself. You could even visit a world that never existed, just like in a dream.
Misumaru
At least, that's what is said about specific Izanagi Objects.
That's amazing... Wait, who says that?
Misumaru
My theory of Izanagi Objects does.
Misumaru
If that kind of Izanagi Object were just lying around, the world would fall into chaos.
Yeah, I guess you're right...
They're basically time travel devices.
Misumaru
Yes. And that's not all...
Misumaru
They also allow for the very thing you seek: interworld travel.
Boy, am I glad I came to speak to you.
Misumaru
But, as I said before, this is only a theory.
Misumaru
To actually travel between worlds, we need preparation and testing. It'll take a lot of resources and magic.
If everyone works together, that should be OK.
Misumaru
Hm, in that case, things could move quicker than I was expecting.
I can't believe you might be able to pull this off!
Misumaru
*smirk* It's nothing, really!
Misumaru
The "device" we need is already complete. Take a look around.
Misumaru
The winding caves, the walls embedded with countless Izanagi Objects... The Rainbow Dragon Cave is a Cylinder Gate.
It is?!
Misumaru
It still needs a little fine-tuning, mind you. Teehee.
Misumaru
Hm? Is this one of those presents the Sages of Gensokyo having been giving out?
Misumaru
I-I don't believe it...!
The sages said this outfit...
Should help you realize something important.
Misumaru
Uh-huh, uh-huh...
Misumaru
I'm not sure how much they've figured out... but yes, this outfit is a big help.
Misumaru
Hm... So even that could be considered an orb.
Huh?
Misumaru
Never mind. I'm glad to receive this based purely on its beauty.
Misumaru
Your goal is to unite with your friends in other worlds.
Misumaru
That certainly would give us a chance to stop the Lost Word Incident... I'm in!
Misumaru
While I'm making adjustments here, go and gather the supplies we need!
Costume Presentation
Misumaru
Your journal was definitely made out of Izanagi Objects. There are many types of Izanagi Objects, and even an expert like me doesn't know them all. It's frustrating, so I'll stick with you until this great incident is resolved. You don't mind, do you?
