Folklore (Tags)

I was once reborn as the protagonist of a crappy galgame, only to meet my end by overworking myself to death trying to save the world. But when I opened my eyes again, I found myself reincarnated once more—this time as the female protagonist in the sequel. Determined not to become a wage s*ave again,…

Painted Skin is a cautionary tale from Pu Songling’s Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, blending horror and morality. It follows a scholar, Wang, who, driven by lust, shelters a demon disguised as a beautiful woman.

The “Shan Hai Jing” (Classic of Mountains and Seas) is an ancient text from the pre-Qin period and is considered the oldest geographical book rich in myths and legends. It primarily records ancient geography, natural resources, mythology, witchcraft, and religion, as well as including content on ancient history, medicine, customs, and various ethnic groups.

Fujimori, who majors in architectural history at university, visits the old Count Hachigaya’s residence owned by the German noble Julian Ludendorff for academic research. The ancient mansion, surrounded by deep forests, is inhabited by the reserved Julian, two cats, and some surly servants. The area is so remote that there is no mobile reception, and…

I visited a secluded village in search of material for my research, but I was caught in an unexpected snowstorm, which forced me to stay for an extended time at the local inn. Apparently, this village is rich in legends and ghost tales concerning woman. With that in mind, I thought I could gather some…

Side story of Kyoukai Senjou no Horizon bundled with the first press release of the 1st, 3rd, 5th and 7th Blu-ray volumes of both seasons of anime. This side story follows Asama, Kimi and Mitotsudaira aboard Musashi one year before the beginning of the main story, as Asama is considering to create a music band…

Mujang, the god of the underworld, imprisoned in Mount Dongdae for two thousand eight hundred years as divine punishment. Bari, the abandoned princess who has been wandering the underworld for ten years, seeking a remedy. It is said that in order to escape from hell, Bari must give birth to the child of the god…

“The Legend of the White Snake” is a Chinese folktale about Bai Su Zhen, a transformed snake spirit, and her love for Xu Xian. Despite challenges from the jealous monk Fa Hai, who seeks to break them apart, their love endures through trials, culminating in a triumphant reunion.

Wang Liulang is a Chinese folklore tale of friendship, sacrifice, and moral integrity. It follows Xu, a fisherman, and Wang Liulang, a ghost who aids him as thanks for his respect toward spirits. Their bond transcends life and death, culminating in Wang’s selfless decision to forgo reincarnation to spare a mother and child. Part of…

She grew up in a funeral home, a place that had always been her world. At night, the fluorescent lights cast an even harsher pallor on the water-streaked floors. She sprinted down the long corridor, almost like she’d lost her mind. The first door came into view. She pushed it open, flipped the switch—no light.…