Temple Stories

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Temple Stories was a virtual representation of one of Fujibayashi Naoe and Yasuke's genetic memories, relived through the Animus EGO.

Description

Yasuke and Naoe are tasked by the monk Joken Hokkyo to find a stolen scroll.

Dialogue

• Joken: Welcome, Yasuke. You honor us greatly by accepting our invitation. May your visit bring us blessings. Tea will be served shortly. But first, allow me to show you Todaiji Temple in all its glory.
• Yasuke: Glory tarnished by war. Still, here is a sense of tranquility.
• Joken: Tranquility is a rare treasure amid this chaos. War ravages these lands, yet Todaiji offers solace.
• Yasuke: I fear it is action that will solve Yamato's problems.
• Joken: Indeed. Which is why I personally aid the peace efforts. Let us walk. Would you kindly follow me. Here sits Daibutsu-den. Built in more harmonious times. Some believe this structure is the very heart of the realm.
• Yasuke: What do you believe?
• Joken: I believe bronze, while impressive in form, pales in comparison to the fiery determination of the ambitious.
• Yasuke: Surely peace is the blessing Yamato needs.
• Joken: Hopefully, with my guidance, the clans can achieve it.
• Yasuke: I certainly hope so.
• Joken: They simply need to open their hearts and minds to Buddha. Then, they will see the way.
• Yasuke: You mentioned you had a role in the peace talks. What, exactly?
• Joken: I assure tradition and formality. Do you see that scroll over there? For generations, its sacred texts have guided negotiations between the various warring clans.
• Yasuke: It is often open minds, not traditions, that lead to peace.
• Joken: Yes, but the Buddha speaks through the scroll, blessing or disapproving. I must attend to my duties. In my absence, I knidly request that you stay within the gardens. Even the most esteemed guests are not allowed access to all areas of the temple.
• Kojiro: Over here, you walking mountain.
• Yasuke: Kojiro? Where are you taking me?
• Kojiro: You'll see.
• Yasuke: Surely this is going to get me into trouble.
• Kojiro: Such doubts! Have I lead you astray before? Come!
• Yasuke: The Hokkyo collects sacred relics. Their value could fund an army.
• Kojiro: Among other things.
• Kojiro: Never much cared for that tea kettle.
• Yasuke: You have seen it before?
• Kojiro: Hmm? No, not in this life.