There are many legends about Shuten Doji, and with so many, her origins are quite varied.
Some say she is the child of a nine-headed dragon, others that she is the child of Orochi, but no matter which it is, Shuten Doji, a demon of dragons and serpents, developed the evil habit of preying on humans.
Her favorite act was to extract the bones of her targets, crushing them and sucking out their marrow. This behavior transformed into her second Noble Phantasm after she became a Heroic Spirit.
Hundred Flowers in Disarray: My Beloved Name
It's a truly cruel Noble Phantasm. After it's used on a target, their bones are forcibly separated from their body, turning them into a pile of boneless chicken strips.
Without bone support, even the strongest person loses their strength.
Mo Shuying was also affected by this power, and a sharp pain erupted throughout his entire body! It felt as if his whole body was tearing apart, his entire being exploding in agony.
Pain, so much pain!
This wasn't just simple pain; it was an extreme pain, originating from his entire body, with a pain level exceeding ten! An ordinary person experiencing this pain might instantly faint, but Mo Shuying possessed a resilient spirit. While it wouldn't make him faint, it did make him feel the pain more clearly and distinctly. It truly made him wish for a quick end!
Shuten Doji's eyes were full of anticipation. She extended her small, lilac tongue and licked her crimson lips, seemingly eager to taste what kind of exquisite delicacy the bones of this powerful individual before her would be!
The demon god image behind her also let out a chilling laugh, its two arms continuously reaching out towards Mo Shuying, its terrifying maw already drooling.
Just as Mo Shuying was about to have his bones extracted, he intended to unleash his full power and deliver a devastating blow to Shuten Doji! But suddenly!
*Bang!*
A familiar small potion bottle suddenly popped out from Mo Shuying. In that instant, Mo Shuying felt what it was like to be completely at ease! Without thinking! Mo Shuying immediately grabbed the potion bottle. The bone-extracting force was continuous; as the first potion bottle disappeared, a second one automatically popped out, providing another instant of relief! But it was enough!
*Whoosh!*
Flash!
"Smash her!!"
He initiated his ultimate move! The ultimate technique known as Awe-Inspiring transformed at this moment into a true Embrace and Kill!
Shuten Doji's mind was entirely filled with fantasies of bones; she hadn't expected Mo Shuying to be able to endure such intense pain and counterattack!
She only felt an unstoppable force envelop her, causing her body to involuntarily fall into Mo Shuying's embrace!
In an instant, Shuten Doji was pressed tightly against Mo Shuying's chest! She felt a broad, firm, vibrant! Grand! And particularly secure chest.
At this moment, Shuten Doji was even somewhat infatuated with this place that could completely envelop her.
But the infatuation lasted only an instant. The next second, the ground rumbled! The demon god image let out a wail, dispersed, and vanished, while Shuten Doji was plunged headfirst into the collapsed crater, her two fair, long legs dangling limply. Although she didn't die due to her Battle Continuation ability, the battle was over.
"Still alive? That tough?"
Mo Shuying also realized Shuten Doji was still alive. He was right beside her and could still hear her heartbeat.
He bent down, grabbed one of Shuten Doji's legs, and pulled her out with force, mud and all. Shuten Doji was limp, most of her bones were broken, her eyes rolled back, looking utterly broken.
He casually tossed Shuten Doji aside. Shuten Doji was no longer a threat; with all her bones shattered, even Battle Continuation wouldn't last long, and she would soon die.
Mo Shuying was more interested in Shuten Doji's Lapis Lazuli Gourd!
He rummaged around in the pit for a bit, then Mo Shuying pulled out a perfectly intact large gourd.
This Lapis Lazuli Gourd was truly a good item; it hadn't suffered any damage after several impacts, making it a valuable treasure.
However, this was someone else's Noble Phantasm, and Mo Shuying couldn't just take it, unless... he received the original owner's consent and gift?
Mo Shuying held the gourd and turned to look at the fallen Shuten Doji. Has she been beaten this badly? Would she agree? I'll try!
Holding the gourd, Mo Shuying walked towards Shuten Doji. Shuten Doji still didn't react until Mo Shuying grabbed her arm and lifted her up. Only then did she painfully regain consciousness and look at Mo Shuying.
"This gourd is nice. Can I have it?"
"…"
"If you don't say anything, I'll take that as a yes."
"???"
"Alright, for the sake of the gourd, I won't kill you. Take care of yourself, and don't come seeking death again."
After Mo Shuying finished speaking, he placed Shuten Doji back on the ground. He shook the gourd in his hand, feeling the liquid slosh inside. Mo Shuying showed a happy expression, then put the gourd into his spatial storage.
I wonder if it can be preserved. Artoria's Holy Lance also continued to exist after she handed it over. Considering I spared her, giving me a gourd isn't too much to ask, right?
"Ugh!!"
However, for Shuten Doji, this gourd was more important than her life. If she lost her life, she could always return to the Hall of Heroic Spirits, but if she lost this gourd! How would she drink sake in the future?
Shuten Doji wanted to snatch the gourd back, but with her bones shattered throughout her body, she couldn't even move a finger. She could only watch helplessly as Mo Shuying leaped out of the large pit.
As soon as Mo Shuying jumped out of the pit, his brow furrowed slightly because he saw a familiar face slowly approaching.
"Kojiro?"
Sasaki Kojiro, the gatekeeper of Ryuudou Temple, who even carries the temple gate when he goes out, appearing here meant that Ryuudou Temple really did exist, right!
"You know me? That's strange. You look familiar to me too, but I can't quite remember."
Sasaki Kojiro said in a low voice in the wind. Clearly, his memory of Mo Shuying was blurry.
"Of course I know you, but I don't know if it's the current you. How about this, I'll ask you, do you know Ryuudou Temple?"
Mo Shuying asked tentatively. Who knew that as soon as Sasaki Kojiro heard the words "Ryuudou Temple," his expression suddenly changed drastically!
"Silence! Don't you dare utter those three words in front of me! Take this!"
Sasaki Kojiro, seemingly struck a nerve, suddenly attacked! He drew his long katana and charged at Mo Shuying.
Mo Shuying looked speechless. Why is he throwing a tantrum now? Is he really that resentful?
"Hey, hey, hey! If you cut me again, I'm fighting back!"
Mo Shuying twisted to dodge several of Sasaki Kojiro's attacks. Seeing that Sasaki Kojiro had no intention of stopping, Mo Shuying raised an eyebrow! He stepped forward and delivered a punch straight to Sasaki Kojiro's head!
Such a straightforward attack should have been easy to dodge, but Sasaki Kojiro didn't dodge! Instead, he instantly held his breath and concentrated, entering a state of no-self. His long katana flashed! The Noble Phantasm, Tsubame Gaeshi, transformed into three brilliant slashes of light, cutting towards Mo Shuying!
Can't dodge! Sasaki Kojiro was supremely confident that Mo Shuying couldn't evade this strike, and the only outcome would be Mo Shuying becoming a spirit claimed by his sword! And Mo Shuying's fist wouldn't even have a chance to touch him! That was the advantage of a long blade!
However!
*"Clang!!"*
"Eh??"
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