Hyo

Bradley: "Damn, this stuff is good!"

Shylock: "That was a drink that Rutile recently helped conceptualize."

Bradley: "Huh... What sort of drink is it?"

Shylock: "A soju by the name of..."

ping~

Bradley: "Fuck, don't scare me like that!"

Shylock: "Come again?"

Bradley: "Huh? Just now there was a weird sound."

Shylock: "Ah, that is a sound that I commissioned that has gained quite the following around here recently."

Bradley: "Huh? You put it there?"

Shylock: "I certainly did."

Bradley: "Huh... Weird hobbies you've got there."

Shylock: "Oh my, but the numbers of reservations I've received since implementing it has increased."

Bradley: "You do advanced reservations?"

Shylock: "I certainly do."

Bradley: "Is'at so... weird customers you got then." "Man, I've even lost interest in knowing the name of the damn drink. I mean its delicious so whatever..."

bell ringing

Arthur: "Good evening!"

Bradley: "If it isn't the central prince himself."

Shylock: "It is quite rare to see you at my establishment, Arthur-sama. Please, take any seat that you would like."

Arthur: "Thank you. So this is Shylock's bar..."

Bradley: "...A'right, looks like Oz ain't around..."

Arthur: "If you have business with Oz-sama, I believe he is resting in his quarters at this hour. If you have need of him, allow me to go summon him!"

Bradley: "Oi! Hold up, hold up, hold the fuck up you idiot! Over my dead body! The hell would I have anything to do with that dude?!"

Shylock: "Arthur-sama, what would you like to drink tonight?"

Arthur: "Let's see... something that can calm the nerves, please."

Shylock: "Understood."

Bradley: "What, so even princes got their princely worries, huh." "Did you get bullied at the castle or something? If you ever feel like burying 'em six feet under, I wouldn't mind lending a hand or two."

Arthur: "Not at all, I'm being treated quite kindly by those at the castle."

Bradley: "Is that so... then whats with the glum face?"

Arthur: "The Eastern Wizards will be departing on their first mission shortly to a budding riot, one that has a high possibility of boiling over."

Bradley: "So that's why you're worried? What a load of crock."

Shylock: "Here you are."

Arthur: "Thank you."

Bradley: "Listen up, princeling. Easties are a dismal, gloomy, and cowardly lot. Troublesome jobs like taking care of a riot are right up their alley. So just kick back and take it easy would ya."

Arthur: "Is that so... I see! Bradley, you must have quite a lot of faith in the Eastern wizards in that case!"

Bradley: "Did you even hear a word that came out of my mouth? When the fuck did I ever say that?!"

Mithra: "So that is how it is, I see."

Owen: "As expected of the ever kind boss of a bandit gang. What a joke."

Bradley: "When did you bastards show up?!"

Arthur: "It very well may be that by worrying about them, I must have gravely insulted them in the process. Thank you for assuaging my worries, Bradley!" "I should also extend my thanks to you, Shylock. The tea was wonderfully delicious."

Shylock: "I am glad it is to your taste." "And what will you two like to drink tonight?"

Mithra: "Then I will be having..."

ping~

Mithra: "Cassi-Ore" [1]

Bradley: "The fuck was that?! Don't you pose like you're about to cast your spell, damn it! Did you make a reservation or some shit?"

Mithra: "Hm."

Bradley: "The hell is with that smug face?"

Mithra: "Hah..."

Bradley: "Don't you 'Hah" me."

Shylock: "And what about you, Owen? What would you like to drink?"

Owen: "I'll take..."

ping~

Owen: "Kahlua Milk" [2]

Bradley: "You cut that shit out!" "Stop it with the ping! Don't you bring that out too! Cut it out!"

Shylock: "Why not? Isn't it fine?"

Bradley: "It isn't."

Shylock: "But I like it."

Bradley: "Who cares."

Shylock: "Arthur-sama, what would you like to drink?"

Arthur: "Very well, then I shall be having..."

ping~

Arthur: "Some tea."

Bradley: "Tea?! Some tea?!?!" "Now hold on just a sec. 'Arthim' turning into 'Cassi-Ore' I can get. 'Quare Mori' yeah? It kind of translates to 'Kahlua Milk.' But where the hell did your 'Pernoctant Nixzo' go? The syllables are way off!"

Arthur: "I see."

Bradley: "Yeah."

Arthur: "Is that bad?"

Bradley: "That's not what I'm saying, damn it." "But you know, it's not that shabby, that ping thing. Alright then, let me take a crack at it."

...

Bradley: "Ring it, damn it! Why am I the only one it doesn't go off for?! Come on, ring it for me!"

Shylock: "You wish for it to ring?"

Bradley: "I sure do! I just saw 'em do it too!"

Shylock: "I see, very well then. Bradley, what would you like to drink?"

Bradley: "Alright then, I'll be getting myself..."

meeeh~

Bradley: "Fuuuuccccckkkkkkkk Yooouuuuuuuu!!!!" "The fuck is wrong with you!!!!!! When you ping for him, him, and him, you should also ping for me, damn it! Don't you fucking meeeh me!" "Oi where did you go, oi!"

Owen: "What happened..."

Bradley: "Oi, what's wrong with you."

Shylock: "Apologies, the glasses simply..."

Bradley: "Oh so its the glass, huh."

Shylock: "They were in need of some re-organizing."

Bradley: "You're a weird one... Oi, the hell are all of you looking in that direction for?!"

Arthur: "Apologies"

Bradley: "This is all wrong, at least do it properly until the end, man!"

Shylock: "So? In the end, what will you two have to drink tonight?"

Owen: "I'll go for that chocolate one I had last time."

Mithra: "Then I will have the priciest item on the menu."

Shylock: "Are you sure about that?"

Mithra: "Of course. After all..."

Mithra & Owen: "It will be Bradley's treat."

Bradley: "Hah?! You've tired me out so much, why do I have to pick up the fucking tab too?"

Arthur: "The Northern Wizards truly do get along very well!"

Bradley: "Shut the fuck up."

-

Chloe: "I pray that the Eastern Wizards will safely complete their first mission!"

ping~ [3]

Chloe: "Suispicibo Voitengok!"

Hakuoki - Record of Curious Tales: Katana and Samurai #5, Kashuu Kiyomitsu

Translation by KumoriYami

Eighth month of the first year of Genji——. During the Ikedaya Incident during the 6th month, Okita Souji was injured and vomited blood after fighting with Kazama, and had to rest in his futon while he recovered. In the same month, when the Akebonotei Incident and the Kinmon Incident [Hamaguri Gate Rebellion] occurred, he could only stay at headquarters on standby so he spent the time leisurely/not doing anything. In the eight month, when Souji had almost recovered and wanted to return to the troop, he disovered a major problem——the tip of the katana he used during the Ikedaya Incident had been partiall damaged.

"The way this is, it can't be used anymore..." As he gazed at the unsheathed blade, Souji sighed and muttered to himself. Damage to the blade could be repaired through polishing and the length of the sword could be changed to a preferred length through forging, but if the tip of the sword was missing, nothing could be done.. "I actually... really liked this katana." Souji looked at the damaged tip of the sword and recalled when he first received this katana. It was when Souji and Kondou were still in Edo, and with everyone else from Shiekan when they were preparing participate in the Roshigumi recruitment for maintaining the law and order in Kyoto.

On that day, everyone had been busy preparing to leave for Kyoto, except for Souji, who had nothing to do, and gazed thoughtlessly at the sky outside of the dojo. "Souji, Souji. Come here for a moment." Upon hearing that voice, Souji turned around voice, the head office turned around and saw Kondou Shusai, the former head of Tennins Rishin-ryu, who was now referred to as Dai-sensei. "Shusai-sensei, what is it?" As Souji walked over, Shusai kept an eye in the direction of the dojo, and lowered his voice to ask: "Actually, it's about Isami... have you heard about the katana he's planning to bring to Kyoto?" "Kondou-san's katana? He was happily showing me that he obtained a Kiyomaro blade." "Hmm, Kiyomaro Minamoto , who is also called the Masamune of Yotsuya? That's a truly good thing. "Yes, that's why Kondou-san was very happy." "I see... Kiyomaru, is it...." Shusai nodded his head in acknowledgement as if he had shaken off a heavy burden, and then spoke to Souji. "By the way, Souji. What are you going to do for your sword?" "Mine? The one I have now is fine, and as long as my swordsmanship is good, all blades are the same." "No, no, it's not like that. A samurai needs to have the appearance of a samurai, but there will be times when people look at their swords, right? That's why it's necessary to wear a sword that isn't embarrassing, not to mention, having a good sword will be even more useful in actual combat. After speaking, Shusai handed Souji the katana with a black sheath that was in his hands. "You can take this with you." "This is...?" "Nn, this is my farewell gift from me for you, Souji." As he spoke, Shusai grabbed the hilt of the sword with his right hand an unsheathed the blade. The blade shone brightly in the sunlight. "Kashuu Kiyomitsu… I chose the work of the 6th generation Kiyomitsu, who is also commonly known as "Beggar Kiyomitsu." The blade has a shallow curve and is two shaku and four sun long, and is slightly longer than the standard length. Since you're good at stabbing, it should be perfect for Souji, right?" Souji gazed at the blade with undisguised joy in his eyes. "The undulating patterns and cross-eyes in the design are also quite nice... It looks like it will be able to kill very well [I guess? I was really confused with the first part of this.]." "Nn. This will absolutely do so." As if the two were thinking of the same situation, they both smiled with excitement. "But, is it really okay for me to receive this? This.. was prepared for Kondou-san, right? I think it'd still be better to give it to him..." " What, so you already realized it… Well, it's fine, Isami seems to have found his own sword. After all, it's a sword that he's entrusted his life to so it's best for him to personally satisfied with it, so I cant interfere from the side." "I understand. Then, I'll bring it to Kyoto instead of Kondou-san/in place of Kondou-san, I'll bring it to Kyoto!" "Is that alright?" "No problem!" As Souji received Kashuu Kiyomits from Shusai, he smiled like a child and kept gazing at it for a long time.

"...Shusai-sensei, it really could kill very well." Souji returned Kiyomitsu, whose tip had been broken, to its sheath and pondered carefully. In order for him to return to active duty, he needed to prepare a new sword. What should he do for that sword…. In actuality, he wanted the same sword as Kondou but it was too expensive and he couldn't afford to buy it… A few days later, Souji chose a katana named Yamato no Kami Yasusada. The reason was that it resembled Kondou's Kotetsu.

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i did not edit this. will do so later if i remember... maybe?

also i don't want tokuen ranbu info! i want sword history info! 😤

references used:

https://nihonto.com/yasusada/

https://shinsengumi-archives.tumblr.com/post/653115494539362304/kashu-kiyomitsu-the-sword-soji-okita-used-at

Hakuoki - Record of Curious Tales: Katana and Samurai #1, 11th Generation Izuminokami Kanesada

Translation by KumoriYami

3rd year of Bunkyu——. After the political upheaval that occurred in the Imperial Palace during the eight month and the Serizawa Incident in the ninth month, the relationship between the Shinsengumi and the Aizu clan became even closer. However, at this time, the Shinsengumi and the Aizu Domain were not yet in a relationship with mutual trust, rather they were trying to secretly analyze each other's intentions and financial situations, and observing each other attitudes. It was precisely at this time, someone from the Aizu Domain, took a step towards the Shinsengumi. This person was the the ninth lord of the Aizu clan, Matsudaira Katamori, who at the time, was the Military Commissioner of Kyoto. During the fourth month, while watching a match and performance at Konkai Komoyoji Temple at Kurodani, he became interested in the Roshigumi, and heard about their swift actions during the imperial coop during the eighth month, which lead to him giving the name "Shinsengumi." Although there were many demands from the Aizu clan during this time, the Shinsengumi underwent a major internal reorganization and purged its opposition. When Matsudaira Katamori learned about this from a senior vassal, everything was already over. The vassal said that this would make the Shinsengumi easier to handle, but Katamori just listened silently, and did not say anything.

Thus a period of calm passed, and soon it was time for the autumn winds to blow. Kondou, the Chief of the Shinsengumi, and Hijikata, the Vice-Commander of the Shinsengumi, Kinrenji Temple in Kurotani, the headquarters of the Aizu clan. The Aizu clan did not inform them of the reason for the summons, but only stated that they wanted the two of them to come alone. Kondou and Hijikata sighed softly as they looked at each other in dismay, as it was difficult to not feel uneasy. It was less than a month since the Serizawa incident, so what sort of difficulties would this summons present? On the following afternoon of the next day, the two arrived at the Kinrenji Temple at the appointed time and were led into a room facing a courtyard. As the two of them sat side by side, quietly waiting for the arrival of the Aizu clan's officials. After sitting for a while, Kondou looked somewhat nervously at Hijikata and opened his mouth. "Um... what are we going to be talking about today."

Hijikata, who had been spoken to, turned to look at Kondou and answered without changing his expression.. "Hmm… we already handled Serizawa's matters in accordance with the Aizu Domain's instructions, but it'd be a bit unreasonable to get one request after another. Right now, the main problem I hope we can settle quickly concerns the maintenance costs for maintaining the troop…” Hearing this, Kondou's expression became anxious. "Do-Don't tell me that they can't pay? Iya, that's a real problem! For the matter of the salaries, if they don't even give us money to pay for food, the troop cannot be maintained!" "No, calm down, Kondou-san, you can't just decide that yet." Just as Kondou was so excited that he wanted to stand up, it seemed like someone was approaching the other side of the soji door. The two then quickly shut their mouths, straightened up, sat back down, and waited for someone to appear as if nothing happened. Soon, the sound of footsteps approached, and as the door opened, Kondou and Hijkata bowed their heads at the same time. Judging from the gait and atmosphere of the other party entering the room, it felt as if the other party was different from the usual public official. (As expected, it's going to be something unreasonable again…) With their heads lowered, Kondou and Hijikata inwardly worried, but as the other person didn't speak for along time, and seemed to be preoccupied solely with putting something on the tatami… After a while, they finally spoke up. "Raise your heads, Kondou-dono, Hijikata-dono." "Yes." Kondou and Hijikata answered in unison as they liifted their heads, and upon seeing the two swords that had been placed in front of them, they felt a little sadness and disappointment. Their previous uneasy premonition had indeed been true, and they would be forced to do something bloody again… "....These are the words from our lord." The official spoke slowly, as if it was difficult to speak, which made Kondou and Hijikata's faces even more tense. It seemed that there were orders from the lord of the domain this time. "You've worked extremely hard. However for the Shogunate and the peace and security of Kyoto and its people, I hope the Shinsengumi will continue to support the Aizu Domain in the future. Therefore, it was decided that these swords will be awarded to you. Please continue to work hard in the future." After listening to the official's words, Kondou and Hijikata's eyes widened in surprised, and they were stunned to the point that they could not move. They had been told something they couldn't even dare to imagine. Kondou, who finally breathed out a sigh, squeezed his voice out. "Then, this is..." "Yes, these are katana for the two of you——for Kondou-dono, Nagasone Kotetsu, and for Hijikata-dono, Aizu Kanesada." The moment they heard the sword inscriptions, the two of them instantly felt like something had pierced them, which caused their whole bodies to feel overcome with excitement. "From now on, please continue to support our Domain… no, our lord." "Yes——!" The two shouted together in unison and bowed their heads at the same time.

Now, Hijikata would wield the Aizu 11th generation Izuminokami Kanesada. After experiencing a strange fate, the sword ended up in Hijkata's hands.

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i kept the original breaks in the text so i guess the format looks a tad weird.

original title in the 10th anniversary book is:

異聞録 刀と侍一 和泉守兼定十一代

which I did not have tl for. the translation of the title I had was "Hakuoki Official Novel Shinsengumi Katana Side Story Hijikata Toshizou and the 11th Generation Izuminokami Kanesada".

also, to make this translation more accurate, i ended up checking the following sites:

Hakuoki Ginsei B’s Log 2020年9月 Souma Short Story “Fumidzuki (文月)” [meaning the 7th month]

Translation by KumoriYami

During the start of summer, at the beginning of July

The days completely felt like summer, but the evenings/nights were still a bit cooler.

"...Ah, speaking of which, today is Tanabata [Star Festival]."

I was patrolling headquarters, and stopped in front of the bamboo branches decorating the inside of headquarters.

The bamboo of the Tanabata were decorated with paper strips and streamers, which were made by Toudou-san and Harada-san to properly celebrate/enjoy Tanabata.

…While I stood there, lost in thought, as I stared at the bamboo, a voice came from behind.

"Souma-kun? Good work on your patrol/Patrol must be exhausting."

"Ah... Yukimura-senpai. It's quite late, so why haven't you gone to sleep?"

"It's been getting very warm at night and I couldn't sleep. so I'm cooling off while reading these tanzaku [the pieces of paper that wishes get written on during Tanabata]."

Yukimura-senpai stood beside me, and looked up towards the bamboo/looked up hopefully at the bamboo [*same note as the eighth next line].

"This tanzaku, is it Nagakura-san's? It says "I want my swordsmanship to reach the pinnacle.""

"Ah, next to Nagakura-san's is Nomura's. Although he doesn't he say that he wants to win against the executives, he still wants to beat me."

As I watched this scenery swaying in the wind, I abruptly asked with interest.

"Senpai, what do you wish for?

"Huh?"

"As expected, you still want to find your father as soon as possible and return to Edo with Kodo-san…."

"Of course I wish for that…[though] I asked for something else on my tanzaku. I wished that everyone would be healthy."

Senpai had a slightly forced smile as she looked up at the sky [ the word for 'looked up' here can be interpreted so that this says "looked up at the sky hopefully"].

If you looked up, you could see that the night sky had spread like after the tide receded, and how silver skies flickered as they formed the Milky Way [or something. confusing structure].

"There were many people injured during the patrols, and apart from that, with the sudden heat after Tanabata, the number of people getting sick has also increased. We should look for countermeasures."

"...Senpai really is like a doctor."

"My level of knowledge is only to the extent of what I've heard about."

Senpai was very humble, but I didn't think like that.

I had seen Senpai learn how to tie bandages, studying medicine and do other things when she's not doing chores...

I also know that when Matsumoto-sensei visits, he teachs her together with Yamazaki-san.

And most importantly, she acts with kindness, which is essential for a doctor.

"Water needs to be drank frequently, and the time and place of practice/training needs to be changed. Although various types of assistance can be obtained…"

I open my mouth to ask Senpai who was reflecting on the problem.

"For cooling off in the summer, what about this? It's something the Chief specially prepared for Tanabata."

"This is...?"

What I brought out was a very small wind chime.

The sound that reverberated in the night wind was very crisp.

"It might just be a matter of mood, but it becomess cooler when you hear that sound."

"Nn... I think it's great. It's incredible how just one sound can make such a big difference."

It's wonderful.