Episode 2 The Waiting Samurai ------------------------------- *=thoughts ------------------------------------- -At the Cemetery- Manta: Shaman...they put themselves into a trance by will and, communicate directly with God, Spirits, The Spirits of the Dead, and other spiritual beings. Shaman borrow their strength to heal diseases or to manipulate the government. Since ancient times, Shaman have been the epicenter of human societies. Also at this very moment, Shaman exist all over the world. Yoh: What's that book? Manta: Fountain of Knowledge,'Manjien'! Yoh: Hmm? Manta: But I still don't quite get it. Yoh: What? Manta: About Shamans. It's even written in this book, so it should be different from ESP users. I don't get it at all. Hey. Yoh: Hmm? Manta: What's a shaman? Yoh: Me! Manta: I'll hit you! Yoh: Well, isn't it exactly like what the book says? All of my family does similar sort of works. Manta: What about you? Yoh: I have no interest in politics or veligion. Manta: Why did you come to Tokyo in the first place? Yoh: I came to gather partners. A Shaman's level is mostly determined by the strength of the spirits who aid him. To put it simply, by having a strong spirit on one's side, one is acknowledged to be a full-fledged Shaman. In this huge city, I'm sure I can meet a powerful spirit. Manta: That...that's somewhat amazing...*Even though he looks like an dull-witted airhead, Yoh-kun seems to have a clear vision of the future.* Yoh: So, be my partner Amidamaru. Manta: What kind of way is that to ask a spirit? Amidamaru: You're asking me...to join you? Yoh: Yea, your skill with the sword was amazing. If it's you as my primary spirit... Amidamaru: I refuse. It was only a coincidence that your goal was the the same as mine. Besides that, I have no reason to help you. I have no intention of leaving this place. -On a Bridge- Manta: Jeez! What are you thinking? Yoh: About what? Manta: What do you mean 'About what?' You're trying to befriend that kind of samurai. Amidamaru used to be known as a devil. He disobeyed his shogun, and the hundreds of people who came after him, he killed them all without any mercy! He's that kind of a scary person! Yoh: Hmm...A devil... Manta: Yeah, that's right! It's a well known legend in this area. You understand? If you try to make him your primary spirit, you'll definitely be killed. You should absolutely give up on him. Yoh: I guess... Manta: Right! Yoh: He really looked strong...I guess I'm going to make him my ally after all. Manta: Ahhh! Were you listening to me at all? Yoh: Besides, that's only a legend. Manta: So you won't believe it? Yoh: That's not what I'm saying, I think such matters can be ignored. When I became on with him, it was somehow...warm. Manta: Warm? Yoh: Yeah. You just know these things. When you become one with the spirit, you know its true form. I don't think he's... a bad guy. However, I also felt a whirlwind of emotions within him. That guy...Why didn't he want to leave that place? -At the Cemetery- Spirit: Yo, Amidamaru-san. Amidamaru: Huh? Spirit: Why did you refuse that kid's offer? Damn! What a waste! With that body, you could've had all sorts of fun. Amidamaru: I'm not like you, who was killed by a bear. I'm not a fool who likes violence. Spirit: What?! What did you say you heartless killer?! How could you say that when you killed hundreds?! Amidamaru: Don't dwell over it now. I'm here...to wait for someone... Spirit: Um? -On the Street- Foot steps Children giggling at a man's hair style Ryu: That brat... -The Next Morning- Yoh: Heh? It's still amazing, how Amidamaru's katana from 600 years ago is still in good shape like this. Manta: Well it's still an important part of the town's history. Anyways, why do you wanna see such things? Yoh: That's obvious. Because I want to know more about Amidamaru. Manta: I told you already, you should give up on getting him to be your primary spirit. It's really dangerous. Yoh: Hahaha...Uh? Is that the... Manta: Harusame is displayed in that museum. Damn, it's closed today? (reading the sign on the front door) Yoh: Guess we came here for nothing. Janitor: What's wrong guys? Do you have some business here? -Inside the Museum- Manta: I'm sorry, even though it's closed today... Janitor: You came with the interest of this town's history. I can't just send you back. Yoh: Um...about Harusame... Janitor: That's right. Harusame will be happy too. Um... Manta: Eh? The katana will be happy? Harusame-Amidamaru the Devil's all-time favourite katana. It is said that it was used by him fluently as if it were part of his own body. Yoh: So this is Harusame... Janitor: It is said Amidamaru, the devil, loved this katana, so much he was able to wield it as if it were part of his own body. Manta: Anyway, what did you mean by what you said before, that Harusame will be happy. Janitor: There's a rumor that Harusame sheds tears at night. It is said that even sniffling sounds can be heard. A katana is the spirit of a samurai after all. Amidamaru and th Harusame, there must be a strong bond between them. If possible, I wanted it to be placed next to his tombstone...Well, at least someone came by. Why don't you be Harusame's companion, in place of Amidamaru? Harusame will surely be happy. After the janitor walked away Manta: Ah...Even if you're a Shaman, you can't talk to katanas, right? Yoh: Hmm...not sure. Manta: Eh?! Y-You can? Yoh: Ah forget about is. Besides, don't you wanna see when Harusame cries? Manta: Th...That is... Yoh: Right? Then let's wait. -Night Time- Manta(waking up from a nap): Yoh-kun... Yoh: I'm hungry. Wanna go buy something? Manta: Are you trying to use me as your servent? Yoh: Well, actually, I don't have any money... Manta: Jeez...Besides...N...Now...what time...is it...? It...It's crying! Harusame's cryihg! Yoh: Look carefully. It's not Harusame that's crying. It's that man(spirit). Manta: It...It has shown itself! Spirit: What...What do you mean shown itself? You guys can see me? Manta: Yeah, clearly. Spirit: This isn't good...I'm embarrassed that you saw that. (stopped crying) Yoh: You don't have to be embarrassed. When a man cries, there's a good reason behind it. Isn't that right? Spirit: What's going on? Who are you people? Yoh: I'm Yoh. This is my friend, Manta. Manta: H...Hi... Spirit: I'm a swordsmith, Mosuke. Yoh: Mosuke? Hmm...That's some old name. Mosuke: It's a 600 year old name! Of course it's old! Yoh: Oh, that's right. Manta: 600 years? That's during the same era as Amidamaru's legend. Mosuke: Do you know Amidamaru? Yoh: A little. By the way, why are you haunting Harusame? That's Amidamaru's katana, isn't it? Mosuke: This is...Also my katana. This Harusame...was forged by me. Manta: No way! Then Amidamaru... Mosuke: Yes, I know him well. I was the one...who killed him. Manta: That devil!? Mosuke: Idoit! Don't...Don't you dare call him a devil! He's...He's not...he's not like... Yoh: Yeah, Amidamaru isn't an evil being. Mosuke. Tell me. What happened 600 years ago. What's the relationship between you and Amidamaru? Mosuke: He's...Amidamaru is...My...One and only true friend. It was a miserable era...War didn't know how to stop...Great starvation. Terror from bandits. People were mercilessly killed. In that kind of...living hell, we lived, to make our dreams come true. -Flashback- Man: It's a wonderfully made katana. Wanderers, this Harusame was made by you two? Mosuke: Yes, my lord. Lord: I have an eye for swords too. How about it? Would you two like to work here? Amidamaru&Mosuke: Yes sir! -End of Flashback- Mosuke: In the end...Hell was still Hell. -Flashback- Amidamaru: Kill Mosuke?! Lord: Don't say it so loudly. Amidamaru: Um...However... Lord: This eerie light cast by the sword is mesmerizing. Mosuke truely has talent. However, you know the more rare something is, the more value it holds. A katana like this...There must not be another sword like it anywhere. Do you understand, Amidamaru? At least being killed by a friend is still pity, isn't it? Mosuke: How can this be?! We've come this far. Everything was just about to start! Do it, Amidamaru..For a samurai a Shogun's order is... Amidamaru: Run away. Quickly, get out of here. Mosuke: You idoit! If you do that, you will be... Amidamaru: Don't worry about it. I'm doing it because I want to. Mosuke:Alright! Hand me the Harusame. We may never meet again. I want to give you the finest sword. The finest Harusame! Amidamaru: Mosuke... Mosuke: I'll make it ready in half a day. Let's meet here tomorrow night. Amidamaru: I understand. Amidamaru&Mosuke: It's a promise! -End of Flashback- Mosuke: Those were the last words we exchanged. Manta: Last...? Mosuke: Yeah...There was someone spying on us at the site. He reported to the shogun... -Flashback- Man: No matter how long you wait for Mosuke, he won't be coming. We took care of him for you. Man2: We'll send you to the other world soon, too. Amidamaru: I have no intention of leaving this place. -End of Flashback- Mosuke: That night...he became a legend. Because of powerful battle techniques...He was nicknamed the Devil...However, without Harusame, Amidamaru...eventually run out of strength...and... If I didn't exist, he wouldn't have died! It's the same as killing him myself! Him...being called Devil is all my...That's why...Until I give him the Harusame as I promised...I can't rest in peace! Yoh: Then go give it to him. Manta: Yeah. Amidamaru is waiting for Mosuke too. For 600 years, in the promised place. Mosuke: Wha...?! Yoh: Well, let's go. Mosuke: That is...impossible. The Harusame in this condition...And to see his face now... Yoh: It's ok. Leave it to me. I'm a Shaman. One who connects this world and the other world. Mosuke: Shaman...! Yoh: Use my body Mosuke. Then make the finest katana. Mosuke: Is that possible?! Such a thing?! Yoh: Yeah, it's possible. Let's go, Mosuke! Mosuke, Spirit Ball Mode! Hyoi Gattai! Mosuke! Mosuke&Yoh: Did you say your name was Manta? Take me to the nearest iron factory. -At the Cemetery- Amidamaru:Th...This is...! Harusame...! Could it be...you?! Mosuke?! Manta: Mosuke-san was still wandering in this world without being able to rest. Amidamaru: It is...Only he could've forged this sword. Yoh: A message from Mosuke,'I made you wait,'or so he says. Amidamaru: Where is Mosuke? Yoh: He doesn't exist anymore. He said he can't face you for making you wait 600 years. So he left for the other world. Amidamaru: Hm...Ha!Ha!Haha!Ha...That's exactly like him. Haha... Yoh: With this, you can also rest in peace. I'll leave this here. Later (walking away) Manta: Ah! Wait! Wait!(running after Yoh) Wait for me Yoh-kun! Amidamaru: Yoh-dono. Manta: Since he no longer has any attachment to this world, Amidamaru will rest in peace just like Mosuke, right? Now, it's no longer possible to make Amidamaru your primary spirit. Yoh: I guess...I did a regrettable thing. To find a strong spirit like him isn't easy. Well, if he rests in peace...That's the best thing. Manta: Huh?! Could it be...Yoh-kun? From the beginning, you were planning to...Was that it, Yoh-kun?! Huh!? Ryu: I found you...kid. Manta: Ryu of the Wooden Sword! Yoh: Yo! Ryu: Yo...MY ASS! Because you messed up my hairdo, I'm the laughing stock of the town, no, the world! I'll will return the favor! Prepare yourself! Manta&Yoh: Ah...! (running back the way they came, to the cemetery) -As Amidamaru is raising to the heaven-- Amidamaru: "With this, you can also rest in peace." (thinking about what Yoh said) Huh? Manta: Why? Yoh: You okay, Manta? Ryu: You should worry more about yourself than others! Don't expect me to forgive you with that little bit of punishment! Yoh: Aren't you over-reacting? It's only hair. Ryu: That's not the only reason! This is still my 'Best Place'! Yoh: Since everyone is annoyed with you, go find some other place to go! Ryu: Everyone? Who! (attacking Yoh again) Yoh: That was close... Ryu: There is no need to dodge! Looks like you're cornered now. Yoh: You're pretty persistent. Ryu: Should I finish it now? Amidamaru (rushing toward Yoh): Yoh-dono! (turning into Spirit Ball Mode) Ryu: This is the end! (striking down his wooden sword) A flash of blue light went inside Yoh's body. And Yoh caught the sword between his hands. Yoh: Why...? This has nothing to do with you. Amidamaru: Of course it has something to do with me. It is a samurai's duty to return a favor. Yoh: Stubborn... Ryu: Wha...What are you mumbling about! Yoh&Amidamaru: Are you ready?! -After They Defeated Ryu- Yoh: Thank you. You saved me! Now go. Mosuke is waiting for you. Amidamaru: It seems like I can't do that either. Yoh: Ah? Amidamaru: Even though I would like to follow Mosuke, it seems it'll be a while before I can go to the other world. Manta: And so Amidamaru and Yoh-kun bonded with each other. And... -At the Museum- Janitor: Um? Harusame became nice and shiny overnight. Manta: And...was in local newspaper with the title 'Harusame's Miracle'. End of Episode 2