Two Worlds, Starting with Kaguya of Penglai Mountain

The character designs presented in Tsukihime today are actually quite awkward.

Illusion is a technique that can manipulate a person's five senses, but the images created by illusion need to be edited by the illusionist.

The illusions they usually use are mostly based on real-world figures, which are simply taken from real-world scenes and then modified little by little.

However, to bring the world of "Tsukihime" to life, one would need to use the illusionist themselves and possess sufficient drawing skills to mentally sketch out all the scenes.

This process is extremely energy-consuming, and its workload is comparable to that of producing a modern animation.

According to the traditions of this world, a skilled illusionist is actually only good at creating one or two illusions.

All the training I'll do for the rest of my life will be to make those one or two illusionary scenarios more realistic and powerful.

"Young Master Kurokawa."

As Kurokawa Kazuya arrived, all the illusionists belonging to the Saigyouji family greeted him.

"Thanks for your hard work."

Kurokawa Kazuya nodded to these people:

"Next, everyone can start selling their own created scenes according to the plan. The income will be split 70/30 as we agreed beforehand, and I will take 30% as a handling fee."

As Kurokawa Kazuya spoke, the illusionists present all showed expressions of excitement.

It's not that they're foolish enough to want to give Kurokawa and Miya money.

"Tsukihime" is a replica of all the scenes in "Tsukihime" by Kurokawa and Mikurō.

If Kurokawa Kazuya does not allow it, all the faith he receives from others will be monopolized by Kurokawa Kazuya himself.

In essence, it's similar to using a Buddha statue you've carved yourself to promote your faith in Buddha to others.

This faith naturally leads to the Buddha himself.

Kurokawa Kazuya's current actions are akin to the Buddha being willing to share his faith with a young novice.

"Praise be to the God of Games and Entertainment."

The young illusionists offered their heartfelt blessings to Kurokawa Kazuya in unison.

After the success of "Tsukihime", Kurokawa Kazuya naturally relied on this faith to condense his own illusory image in one go.

"God of Games and Entertainment"

Doctrine—to bring joy to the world.

Using this virtual image, there are no additional rules to follow, and one does not need to adhere to various precepts like a monk.

The only rules apply to the use of virtual images themselves.

—Works created under the banner of the "God of Games and Entertainment" belong to the creator. Any individual using works created by other creators must consult with the creator directly.

What is the restriction in this rule?

It's basically a benefit for everyone.

This rule refers not only to the creators of Kurokawa Kazuya himself, but also to these illusionists.

More precisely, anyone who is willing to create is a creator.

Frankly, if they hadn't repeatedly confirmed the above point, these illusionists would have thought Kurokawa Kazuya was insane.

The illusory images belonging to Buddhism and Taoism.

Which one doesn't have rules for different levels of authority and status?

Kurokawa Kazuya doesn't exist here at all.

You earn more if you have the ability, and you earn less if you don't.

In other words, in the future, they will also be able to create their own works and attribute them to the "God of Games and Entertainment," enjoying all the profits.

Currently, they only need to pay 30% of the faith and money they obtain from the work "Tsukihime" created by Kurokawa Kazuya, and the remaining 70% belongs to them.

Although everyone felt that Kurokawa Kazuya was showing mercy.

But everyone also knew that if everything could be done as Kurokawa Kazuya described to them, attracting a large number of people to participate in the creation of "Tsukihime", each person's 30% contribution would be enough to make Kurokawa Kazuya very wealthy.

Now, it is Kurokawa Kazuya who is making a fortune.

So it's not impossible that it could be them in the future.

The core rules of virtual images cannot be changed.

Kazuya Kurokawa: "I won't offer any further encouragement. I'll just state the purpose of your next action: you must get more people involved to create beautiful scenes together. The 'God of Games and Entertainment' needs more people who create happiness."

He briefly explained his purpose and then went on to make grand promises.

Kazuya Kurokawa: "I will copy and distribute the illusions of the best performers to the divine realm of the 'God of Games and Entertainment,' where you will receive rewards far beyond your wildest imagination."

He announced his ideas to the group of people in front of him.

The divine realm of the "God of Games and Entertainment" is the real world.

The scenes that illusionists can create with their magic can naturally be recreated on paper.

The illusions of the best illusionist are recreated through painting and then posted on the internet in the real world.

Simply put, it's about creating derivative works.

Kurokawa Kazuya's plan was to have this group of people create their own derivative works.

Of course, he wasn't letting these people work for nothing.

Without leverage, how can you attract others to do things?

He will likely share a portion of the faith that comes from the real world with these creators.

Let people from another world create fan art, practicing their skills in drawing, storyboarding, and storytelling.

The potential to generate a large number of high-quality fan-made works in the real world and create a buzz for "Tsukihime" is undeniable, given that "Tsukihime" was once one of the three great fan fiction miracles.

Once we've used these secondary creations to filter out some decent individuals, things will become much more promising.

Whether it's copying articles from various well-known games or finding some talented local people to create original and interesting IPs, it's all acceptable.

As for whether the improved creative level of locals will put pressure on Kurokawa Kazuya and put him at a disadvantage in local publicity competition, will it?

Are you kidding me? Do you even know what the advantage of a monopolistic distribution channel is?

Even setting aside the allure of the "God of Games and Entertainment's" generous core rules for creators, consider the influence of Kazuya Kurokawa, who controls an entire modern market.

Don't you want your works to find a place of faith in the modern world?

That's a world of 5 billion netizens. Even a little bit of faith leaking out between their fingers would be enough to drown Heian-kyo, which currently has a total population of only 200,000 to 300,000.

Kaguya Houraisan: "Kurokawa, your smile is a little sinister now."

After the illusionists left, seemingly on steroids, the princess in the moonlight glanced at Kurokawa Kazuya.

Chapter Thirty: Her Highness the Princess is Too Troublesome

They use words to bewitch people's minds and lure them with benefits, making everyone act for their own benefit.

I prefer to guide with wisdom rather than use force to exert pressure.

This is Kaguya Houraisan's assessment of Kazuya Kurokawa.

The nonchalant expression on her face, despite clearly having gained a great advantage, reminded Kaguya of her teacher, Yagokoro Eirin.

Kaguya Houraisan: "In short, she is extremely insidious."

In the empty room, she commented on Kurokawa Kazuya in the same tone she used to use when evaluating her teacher.

Kurokawa Kazuya: "Really?"

He looked around as if he knew nothing.

Kurokawa Kazuya: "Alright, things are almost settled here. Now we should discuss other matters. I'm planning to start game development. Kaguya, what are your thoughts?"

Kaguya Houraisan: "You're asking about me?"

The princess pointed to herself with a strange smile on her face.

Kazuya Kurokawa: "Of course, I remember you wanted to promote 'Tsukihime' because Arcueid in it could represent you to some extent, right? In that case, how about you decide the protagonist and story of the new game, Kaguya?"

He spoke with considerable sincerity.

Even if it was just something Kaguya Houraisan casually mentioned, he remembered it very well.

Kaguya Houraisan: "Is this considered repaying a debt of gratitude?"

Kazuya Kurokawa: "Yes, although you can be annoying sometimes, Kaguya, that will never change. I will try my best to meet your needs."

He turned his head and looked at the other person with a very serious expression.

Kaguya of Mount Penglai: "..."

The princess on the moon pursed her lips when faced with Kurokawa Kazuya's earnest gaze.

Kaguya Houraisan: "Why are you taking this so seriously? Do you really want to seduce me? I'm not someone you can easily get along with. Be careful, or I'll play you to death."

The princess in the moon gave this reply.

For Kaguya Houraisan, the capricious princess who is showered with love and affection in the lunar capital, treating her suitors like toys is nothing new.

Kaguya Houraisan: "If you want to know what my request is, does it count as not becoming my suitor?"

The princess on the moon has never lacked suitors and admirers. She is not fascinated by such affections, especially after witnessing how these suitors avoid her like the plague after she swallows the Penglai Elixir.

Rather than suitors, Kaguya Houraisan would prefer someone she could have fun with.

Kazuya Kurokawa: "Okay."

He nodded in agreement without hesitation.

He was definitely more grateful to Kaguya than greedy, so since she asked him to do so, he would do it anyway, and there was nothing wrong with it.

Kaguya of Mount Penglai: "..."

Kaguya Houraisan: "Hey, you nodding so quickly makes me lose face."

Princess Yue Shang frowned in displeasure at Kurokawa Kazumi's quick agreement.

Kaguya Houraisan: "I told you not to pursue me, but I didn't say you couldn't like me. It's normal for you to fall in love with a beautiful me."

Kazuya Kurokawa: "..."

He stared at Kaguya Houraisan in silence, a strange look on his face.

Kazuya Kurokawa: "Does Your Highness feel insecure?"

Kaguya Houraisan: “?”

Her long black hair swayed with her movements, and Kaguya Houraisan, with her snow-white neck held high, paused slightly in her expression.

Kaguya Houraisan: "Why do you say that?"

Kazuya Kurokawa: "You don't want me to pursue you, but you also feel that you have no way to build a deeper bond with me except for your beautiful face, so you want me to have feelings for you."

What else could this be but a lack of security?

Kaguya Houraisan: "That sounds somewhat reasonable. Am I really that kind of person?"

The beautiful princess touched her cheek, feigning sudden realization.

Kurokawa Kazuya looked at the other person with a somewhat speechless expression.

With that obviously exaggerated expression, who do you think you can fool?

Kaguya Houraisan: "My feelings for you have increased a little bit."

Kaguya patted Kurokawa Kazuya on the shoulder, displaying a beautiful, playful expression:

"That Saigyouji Yuyuko is too sleepy and drowsy right now. Kurokawa, would you like to go check on her? I can help you out."

Kazuya Kurokawa: "Then I really thank you, Kaguya."

He complained to Kaguya Houraisan beside him.

Then, together they walked towards Saigyouji Yuyuko's direction.

This was exactly what he was planning to do next.

Although Saigyouji Yuyuko gave him considerable autonomy to make various arrangements for the people under the Saigyouji family, he still needed to report to them as a matter of courtesy after the matter was over.