Sanzang Coming to the West
Prologue: "Five Elements Mountain: The Buddha's Apprentice"
Mash:
Doctor, what is that?
...A roll of paper?
Dr. Roman:
Yes. It's an ancient manuscript, like an old book.
We call it a scroll.
Dr. Roman:
Oh, how I love the smell of old books.
They really have luster. (Sniff Sniff)
Mash:
Ah... So that's your fetish, is it...
Mash:
Excuse me. My questions were an invasion of privacy. From now on, I promise to ignore what I see.
Dr. Roman:
No, I'm not some kind of bibliomaniac, okay!?
I was asked to bring it from the warehouse, so I did.
Dr. Roman:
This was an item brought into Chaldea and kept there because it was thought to be a precious artifact affiliated with a certain person.
Mash:
That means it is a catalyst for summoning. You said you were asked. So, was it for some kind of experiment?
Dr. Roman:
No, this was an unreasonable favor from a certain painter at the workshop— Oh hi, Fujimaru.
Mash:
Good morning, Senpai.
...You're dressed a bit flashy, aren't you?
Fujimaru 1:
The party is here, right?
Mash:
Party? ...Here?
I don't think any have been planned...
Mash:
You were probably given the wrong information.
...Let's interrogate Caesar later.
Fujimaru 2:
In that case, what kind of smell do you like, Mash?
Mash:
Which part of the conversation did you hear!?
Mash:
Let me see... Although I am still young and inexperienced, there are still smells I love, or I want to fall in love with.
Mash:
The smell of soil, the smell of green pastures, the smell of fresh-baked bread. Fou, you smell a little like sunshine.
Mash:
And, well, when I'm in your room, Senpai...sometimes...
I feel dizzy...
Dr. Roman:
Hmmm? I'm sorry for interrupting your conversation, but something is off. Somehow the system started by itself...
Mash:
...? I assumed that you were making preparations for a summoning. But you're right, something is strange—
Dr. Roman:
This setup is completely backwards— Leonardo! What kind of joke are you trying to pull off!? Stop the experiment now!
Announcement:
Unsummon Program, start. Due to an exception in processing, Coffin support is refused.
Announcement:
Spiritron Conversion, start. Rayshift starts in 6, 5, 4...
Dr. Roman:
Get away from there, Mash!
You too, Fujimaru!
Mash:
Senpai, please come over here! It's dangerous!
Fujimaru 1:
It's weird, Mash! For some reason, I can't move!
Fujimaru 2:
You really should have a good talk with Da Vinci sometime.
Fujimaru 1:
!?
Fujimaru 2:
...
Fujimaru 1:
...Where am I?
Fujimaru 2:
I'm stuck...between these rocks... I can't move!
A：???:
Looks like you've regained consciousness.
Are you okay?
A：???:
Where is this, you ask? This place is north of Loulan, west of Hami. It lies at the border between the Great Tang Empire's realm and Gaochang.
A：???:
We are at the foot of the Five Elements Mountain, where the peaks seem to be able to reach heaven. And you are under some heavy-looking rocks.
Fujimaru 1:
Huh? Under the rocks!? Help me!
A：???:
Of course, I'll help you right away! ...But you seem surprisingly okay? Oops, spoke too soon... Why is your face turning pale?
A：???:
Oh. Sorry, sorry. I didn't mean to tease you.
Fujimaru 2:
Is this some sort of kinky play?
A：???:
Huh? ...Well, with composure like that, you're obviously no ordinary person. Still, you don't look like a demon to me either.
A：???:
...Yes! I need to make up my mind!
A：???:
I'm certain that you must be the one that I've been looking for. The Buddha must have brought us together!
Sanzang:
My name is Xuanzang Sanzang.
—What about you?
Fujimaru 1:
I'm a Master from Chaldea Security Organization.
Sanzang:
Chaldea? Master? Hmmm...
And you say your name is Fujimaru?
Fujimaru 2:
Yo, I'm !
Sanzang:
I love energetic disciples!
...Oops, you're not my disciple yet.
Sanzang:
Okay, Fujimaru. First, let me get you out of there. Behold the blessing of the Buddha!
Sanzang:
aryavalokitesvaro bodhisattvo gambhirayam prajnaparamitayam caryam caramano vyavalokayati...
Sanzang:
...Are you okay? Did you get hurt?
Do you want me to get you some bandages?
Fujimaru 1:
I'm perfectly fine.
Sanzang:
—I see. I'm so glad! So?
I bet you see me in a different light now, right?
Fujimaru 2:
Everything is a bit foggy right now...
Sanzang:
That's concerning.
Okay, let's take a little break!
Sanzang:
I'm sure you'll feel better while we talk.
Speaking of which, it's time for my preaching!
Sanzang:
All right! Now, let's start over.
Sanzang:
Let me introduce myself. I'm Xuanzang Sanzang. Despite how I look, I'm a monk. A proper monk that follows the teachings of the Buddha.
Sanzang:
I'm currently in the middle of a journey to the far western land, Tianzhu, under the decree of the emperor of the Tang Dynasty. As for my mission... Ummm...
Fujimaru 1:
To get the precious scriptures?
Sanzang:
What, how do you know? Oh no, I guess I was showing too much of my virtuousness...
Sanzang:
—That's right, just like you've said!
Fujimaru 2:
To collect...seven...dragon orbs?
Sanzang:
You mean to materialize the wish granter that could fulfill any wish by offering the blood of those seeking it?
Sanzang:
Too bad, I won't be swayed by such an easy temptation. But, you're on the right track— Yes, I am collecting something.
Sanzang:
As for what I'm collecting...
Sanzang:
Scriptures! I have a duty to collect scriptures! Scriptures that can be found on the way to Tianzhu! But...
Sanzang:
The demon I've subdued to guide me ran... I mean got separated from me. And my horse got eaten... I mean I gave it a break.
Sanzang:
I've been lost... I mean fighting by myself for days and then... I ran into you! I was so scared...
Fujimaru 1:
I see. Very virtuous.
Fujimaru 2:
Maybe it was too soon for you to travel?
Sanzang:
What? You got a problem with a virtuous monk like me!?
Sanzang:
By. The. Way. Isn't it about time you tell me about yourself?
Sanzang:
...I see... Mm-hmm, mm-hmm. Incinerated Earth... Singularities with Holy Grails... Guardians of Humanity...
Sanzang:
It's all rather grandiose and hard to believe, but... you're Fujimaru of Chaldea, which is from the future...
Sanzang:
I believe your story. This must be part of the Buddha's guidance... I'm sure.
Sanzang:
The Buddha exists beyond space and time. He could send a messenger from the future to the past.
Sanzang:
So, how do you go back to Chaldea?
Don't you have any tools to send an emergency signal?
Fujimaru 1:
Actually, no.
Sanzang:
You're lost! Oh my, so you're lost too!
Good, good, we're rather alike, you and I!
Sanzang:
...Ahem. I mean, uh, now I know the reason behind our encounter, Fujimaru.
Fujimaru 2:
I'm still not sure that I traveled to the past
Sanzang:
Then again, you can't pinpoint your exact coordinates right now. In that case, we're just wasting time sitting here arguing.
Sanzang:
When I become great, I will say this: Do good deeds, punish bad deeds, and listen to Sanzang.
Sanzang:
So, Fujimaru?
Become my disciple!
Fujimaru 1:
...Why?
Sanzang:
Uh... I mean... I'm...still in the middle of the journey...
And I've got a long way to go...
Sanzang:
I've got no food... My tummy is beyond empty... But all worldly things are transitory... Anyway, I need a disciple!
Fujimaru 2:
If you will make me your number one disciple.
Sanzang:
Of course! Easy peasy!
You are my number one disciple! Yay!
Sanzang:
...To tell the truth, I remember a little bit. I think I've experienced this journey to Tianzhu once before.
Sanzang:
But I can't remember the specifics.
Just like you don't know left from right here.
Sanzang:
It's very strange, but this must be some kind of meaningful fate for the both of us.
Sanzang:
This journey to the west is a trial from the Buddha.
So he won't give you an answer. He won't do anything.
Sanzang:
Most likely there's a reason for this.
To send you back to Chaldea—
Sanzang:
That's the challenge I was given.
For you, it's a gift from on high.
Sanzang:
So... From now on, you can call me “Master”!
Fujimaru 1:
“Master” is taken, so... Mentor!
Sanzang:
Ugh, I feel like I've been called that before...
No, you must properly address me as Master!
Fujimaru 2:
Don't overdo it, Sanzang-chan.
Sanzang:
Ugh, just so you know, I won't take a rebellious pupil like you to nirvana!
Sanzang:
Anyway, scriptures won't just fall into our hands.
Come, let's head to the land in the far west, Tianzhu!
GO WEST! GO!
Dr. Roman:
Hey, Fujimaru! Are you here?
Mash:
Senpai! Master! Please answer me!
Dr. Roman:
This is not good. [♂ He /♀ She] must have moved.
It will be hard to figure out the exact coordinates again...
Mash:
Doctor! Can you at least send me to the coordinates where Senpai is!?
Dr. Roman:
I'm trying to figure out why [♂ he /♀ she] got transported right now. It would be so much easier if we knew.
Dr. Roman:
I'll do my best, of course.
But I'm sorry, Mash.
Mash:
Senpai...
Volume 1: "Kingdom of Tartars: Along on the Journey"
Sanzang:
It's coming back to me now!
I had three disciples!
Sanzang:
Say, disciple! Do you happen to know about my past disciples?
Fujimaru 1:
Are they a monkey, a pig...and a kappa?
Sanzang:
A kappa? What's a kappa?
No idea what that is... Kapa, kapapa...
Fujimaru 2:
A black panther, a puppy, and glasses.
Sanzang:
You mean, a dog, a monkey and a pheasant, right? Huh? Why do I know that...
Sanzang:
Anyway, speaking of monkeys... Sun... Sun Wukong!
My reliable number one disciple!
Fujimaru 1:
So you had pupils before?
Sanzang:
Oh... I'm sorry. I did say I was gonna make you my number one disciple, huh? My bad.
Fujimaru 2:
I'm going to pretend I didn't hear anything.
Sanzang:
...Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
You're so kind, Fujimaru.
Sanzang:
But there's no need to worry! I'm sure I'll remember why I lost my disciples during our journey.
Sanzang:
But this is a problem. A huge problem, perhaps.
Sanzang:
I'm on a journey to Tianzhu, but I wonder why Sun Wukong isn't here.
Sanzang:
Not just Wukong... But the other two pupils too... That's right, Zhu Bajie and Sha Wujing are not here either...
Sanzang:
This must be a message from the Buddha, too.
I mean, journeys are always so mysterious!
Fujimaru 1:
The new number one disciple will take care of it.
Fujimaru 2:
You have me now, right?
Sanzang:
...W-Wait a minute, what am I getting so flustered for!
Sanzang:
I'm impressed that a new disciple like yourself can think like that! But that's prohibited here.
Sanzang:
As a disciple, you must follow the Buddha's teachings and worship him. Be careful not to brag too much.
Sanzang:
The law of the jungle applies to the journey to Tianzhu. If you are not careful, you will be eaten by demons.
Sanzang:
But... well... considering the hardships we're going to face, having another disciple or two would be reassuring...
Sanzang:
For example... Zhu Bajie...
B：???:
Oink, oink.
Fujimaru 1:
!?
Fujimaru 2:
Oink?
B：???:
Oink, oink. Oink!
Sanzang:
...What is this!? I'm hearing the squeal of a poor piggy...
Fujimaru 1:
Could it be Zhu Bajie!?
Fujimaru 2:
It came from the other side of the rocks...
B：???:
I'm oink. Very oink!
Fujimaru 1:
Oh, David, it's YOU!?
Fujimaru 2:
Yeah, he's a pig. Definitely.
Sanzang:
His name is... David? Just like Fujimaru, he was underneath a rock!
Zhu Bajie:
No, no. I'm the cool Zhu Bajie. ...Well, here, at least. That's how things seem to have turned out.
Sanzang:
Fujimaru's friend?
Then he's a member of Chaldea, too?
Fujimaru 1:
A pig? But you're a shepherd...
Fujimaru 2:
Just ignore him...
Sanzang:
No more indecisive attitude!
Anyway, I'll rescue you from there right now!
Sanzang:
aryavalokitesvaro bodhisattvo gambhirayam prajnaparamitayam caryam caramano vyavalokayati...
Zhu Bajie:
I'm saved... Thank you! I couldn't do anything by myself. I thought I was going to become a monster's dinner.
Zhu Bajie:
Right, but the situation was about to get much worse.
Zhu Bajie:
I was starting to feel good about being squished.
Whew, that was a close one, oink.
Fujimaru 1:
Ah... You saved him...
Fujimaru 2:
This guy can have fun anywhere, huh?
Zhu Bajie:
It was truly painful! I want to emphasize that part!
I mean, I can sue for damages later!
Zhu Bajie:
No, let's refrain from talking about that now.
So you are Xuanzang Sanzang... As beautiful as rumored.
Zhu Bajie:
That dress is so beautiful and perfect for a wedding. Were you expecting this chance meeting?
Sanzang:
Huh? This is an important kasaya given to me by the Buddha.
Sanzang:
...Ummm, don't confuse it with a wedding dress, okay?
Fujimaru 1:
Are you going to ignore the fact she's basically a nun?
Zhu Bajie:
Why? There's no problem, right?
Anyway—
Fujimaru 2:
Too bad, but she's ordained. She's not Abishag.
Zhu Bajie:
Not Abishag? NO?!
Such a waste! Well, anyway—
Zhu Bajie:
It's true her beauty makes me want to eat her up!
Zhu Bajie:
Hi, my name is Zhu Bajie David. Oh beautiful lady with long black hair, I will gladly become your disciple.
Zhu Bajie:
Actually, there's another one stuck under the rock who's fit to be your disciple. He got involved in the same fashion as me.
Zhu Bajie:
I guess calling out for help is just too much for his pride.
Zhu Bajie:
Jeez. Pride won't earn you a penny, oink.
Fujimaru 1:
You should have a little bit more pride...
Fujimaru 2:
Do you know the word “shameless”?
Sanzang:
We'll talk later! Show me where he is!
We don't want the rock to crush him!
C：???:
You have my gratitude for releasing me from this prison. My name is Li Shuwen, an assassin not worth mentioning.
Sha Wujing:
It seems here I will be known as the third disciple, Sha Wujing... You may refer to me as so from now on.
Fujimaru 1:
Master Li, are you sure?
Fujimaru 2:
Becoming a disciple that easily?
Sha Wujing:
Well, what's the difference between Servants and Chinese opera actors? It matters not.
Sha Wujing:
How am I supposed to refuse the wish of a highly respectable monk? That aside—
Sha Wujing:
It's such an honor to meet the Xuanzang Sanzang whom I grew so fond of from the fairy tales I read when I was young.
Sanzang:
You don't need to praise me like that... I'm the one who should thank you. I hear you are a renowned master of the spear. How reassuring!
Sha Wujing:
Of course. I will behead as many enemies as you'd like and offer you their heads just to serve you well.
Sanzang:
...B-Behead!? Heads? No, no, no! That's so unsettling! Don't kill for no reason! It's prohibited!
Sanzang:
Oh no... We're surrounded!?
Zhu Bajie:
It looks like the monsters we got rid of earlier have returned, oink. They brought their buddies to share their food they found in the wasteland.
Sha Wujing:
It's just been one thing after another.
But we can't let them eat us without a fight.
Sha Wujing:
Is it all right, my master?
This is self-defense, not some unnecessary killing.
Sanzang:
Th-That's fine, go ahead, Sha Wujing!
But try to disperse them first...
Sha Wujing:
Understood. And how interesting. You're more virtuous than the Xuanzang I've read about!
--BATTLE--
Sha Wujing:
Now then. We can't let Master walk on this long, difficult journey. We disciples are one thing, but she's another.
Zhu Bajie:
Do you want to ride on my shoulders?
I don't have a ponytail, unfortunately, but... Oink.
Sanzang:
Uh, I wholeheartedly refuse. However, I do wish we had someone to carry our luggage... Hmm?
Fujimaru 1:
There is something running wildly over there...
Fujimaru 2:
That big red body... Is it a horse?
Sanzang:
Red? Can it be...
Sanzang:
The Tartars of this land are known for breeding great horses! Can we bring one over here?
Fujimaru 1:
If that's your wish!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Sanzang:
...Let's go home.
There's nothing here. NO WEST.
Zhu Bajie:
That's Lu Bu. Yup, Lu Bu.
So the fourth companion is that fierce warrior.
Sha Wujing:
I see, instead of the famed Red Hare, we get its rider instead. Well, it should not pose a problem for us. My master, please take a ride.
Sanzang:
No! I can't, I can't!
This horse is scary—!
Fujimaru 1:
Whoa there! Whoa!
Fujimaru 2:
What's in his hand? A scroll...?
Sha Wujing:
...Hmm?
Zhu Bajie:
Despite your appearance, it seems you're quite meticulous. You're carefully guarding that, huh?
Zhu Bajie:
[♂ Brother /♀ Sister] Fujimaru?
Why don't you show that to the master?
Sanzang:
...Th-This is... the lost scripture!
You were protecting it by yourself in this wasteland?
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Sanzang:
I'm so sorry that I screamed.
You are an amazing attendant, and an amazing horse!
Sanzang:
It's scary, but it's part of my training!
Oh magnificent red horse, lend me your shoulders!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Zhu Bajie:
On his shoulders!?
Zhu Bajie:
Wait! There was an option to ride on my shoulders too, oink!
Sanzang:
Hey, actually, this is nice.
Are you used to letting people ride on your shoulders?
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–
Zhu Bajie:
I'm used to it, too!
Sanzang:
What? The monsters had this scripture?
And there must be more?
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]
Sanzang:
...Strange, very strange indeed.
Also, Zhu Bajie, you need to shut up.
Sanzang:
...My mind is clearing as I read this scripture...
Was that how they work? Oh well...
Sanzang:
Sun Wukong! Sha Wujing! Bad Bajie!
This is my commemorable first order!
Sanzang:
We, the Sanzang crew, will collect the scriptures on our way to Tianzhu!
Sanzang:
If you have any objections, I won't get mad, so come forward!
Sanzang:
I'll put this golden headband around your head and start preaching! I'll make you change your mind! No one shall go against me!
Fujimaru 1:
I guess refusal is not an option...
Fujimaru 2:
Is Sanzang possibly... a demon herself?
Sha Wujing:
Kaka! That's the great Sanzang I know!
Sha Wujing:
She defeats every evildoer that stands in her way... even those who have reformed! A flawless beauty that troubled even the heinous three!
Sha Wujing:
Fujimaru, let it go. This is the real Sanzang.
You can't escape this fate.
Sha Wujing:
We have no choice but to accompany her on this journey. Well well, this is getting interesting!
Fujimaru 1:
So that's the kind of person she is!
Fujimaru 2:
Must collect... scriptures!
Zhu Bajie:
I don't think this is interesting, oink!
Volume 2: "Flat Peak Mountain: The Attractive Demon Sisters of the Lotus Cave"
Golden Horn:
Silver Horn, it seems like this fearless, pitiful Tang monk has stepped into our territory: the Lotus Cave.
Silver Horn:
Golden Horn, it seems like this cute and delicious-looking Tang monk was lured in by the aroma from the Flat Peak Mountain.
Golden Horn:
If it's a man, let's melt him all the way to the bone. Taunt him, torture him, and then swallow him. Isn't that right, Silver Horn?
Silver Horn:
Yes, Golden Horn. However, if it's a woman, let's welcome her warm-heartedly, play with her, befriend her, and then slowly drink her dry... Hehehe.
Both:
Ah, I'm aching with excitement...
I can hardly wait any longer.
Both:
...That aside, we sure are perfect for these roles, aren't we...
Sanzang:
Wasteland as far as the eye can see... I thought we would run into some kind of oasis if we followed caravan routes...
Sanzang:
Am I hallucinating!? But my throat is dry and my belly is empty... Oh, dear Buddha! Are you out shopping?
Fujimaru 1:
Are we in the past?
Zhu Bajie:
Are you asking if we Rayshifted to the era when Sanzang was alive?
Zhu Bajie:
Well, I don't think that's the case,
[♂ Brother /♀ Sister] Fujimaru.
Zhu Bajie:
We've spent many days here already, yet you didn't see that ring of light in the sky, right?
Zhu Bajie:
However, a constant supply of magical energy is needed for us Servants to exist. That supply is coming from somewhere right now.
Fujimaru 2:
Are we in the world of “Journey to the West”?
Sha Wujing:
Now, if you say you are being forced to play in the drama “Journey to the West,” then there is no place for us to be here.
Sha Wujing:
There should be the real Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, and Sha Wujing right next to our master. What's the point of recreating the play with her alone?
Sanzang:
...Ugh.
Sha Wujing:
My master. Do you have any ideas?
Didn't you feel something by getting the scripture?
Sanzang:
Yes... I remembered one thing.
Sanzang:
I don't know why, but... I dismissed my disciples,
Sun Wukong and the others.
Sanzang:
All three have left my side.
Sha Wujing:
...I see.
Zhu Bajie:
Did you lay them all off when they fulfilled their terms? Restructuring, eh? How cold and unsentimental.
Zhu Bajie:
But I won't denounce my master.
Because you can't be a manager unless you are realistic.
Zhu Bajie:
Well, I wouldn't let them leave if it were up to me!
They always say, “Make a pig fat, then eat it,” right!?
Fujimaru 1:
That's true, oink.
Fujimaru 2:
When are you getting fat then, oink?
Sanzang:
Hmmm... You may be right...
That's why they're not with me right now...
Fujimaru 1:
Don't get so depressed.
Fujimaru 2:
I'm sure they'll be back again sometime.
Sanzang:
Do you really think so...
Sanzang:
...That aside, I'm not feeling good right now...
It feels like someone punched me in the stomach...
Sha Wujing:
No doubt because you haven't eaten anything. I guess we have no choice but to feed you a monster's flesh and blood.
Sanzang:
Not that... Please don't...
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Fujimaru 1:
He's saying there is a cave up ahead!
Fujimaru 2:
Maybe there's water.
Sanzang:
Hey...Fujimaru, ...just one thing...
Sanzang:
Who is... Mash? You were calling that name when you were under the rock.
Sanzang:
Fujimaru, is she important to you?
Fujimaru 1:
...A junior that's very important to me.
Fujimaru 2:
I feel like we are together even when we are apart.
Sanzang:
...I see...
???:
...
Sanzang:
Something smells sweet... The smell of fruits...
This place, it must be a food storage!
Sanzang:
That's my number one disciple! You have a great nose,
I mean, intuition! Let's eat!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Sanzang:
Uh, what? A trap?
That peach is rotten?
Golden Horn:
Oh. I thought you'd be the one to eat it first and turn into a carrot. I guess it won't be that easy.
Golden Horn:
Hehe, welcome to the Lotus Cave, Tang monk and her apprentices.
Silver Horn:
I am so tired of waiting. But that monkey there looks ready to eat, all dehydrated like that.
Fujimaru 1:
The evil-looking Gorgon Sisters!
Fujimaru 2:
Wait a minute, they don't recognize us!?
Sha Wujing:
The Lotus Cave, you said. That means they are the Golden Horned King and the Silver Horned King—
Zhu Bajie:
...They're so similar it's sad to even look.
Zhu Bajie:
That's not good. It's not just they're way too into their roles, they're even turning back to being the goddesses that bring destruction upon humans.
Sha Wujing:
I see... It seems you are aware of the enemy's True Name—
Sha Wujing:
Fujimaru. I don't think I need to explain, but Golden Horn and Silver Horn will come with THOSE.
Sha Wujing:
If you answer to your name, that gourd will suck you in and melt you alive.
Sha Wujing:
The Purple Gold Red Gourd and the Suet Jade Flask.
I cannot see them.
Silver Horn:
There's no need for us to use Noble Phantasms. Once you're under our poison, you will call out our names and beg us.
Zhu Bajie:
I see. So this cave is like a gourd's reservoir, and we are flies that fell on the surface of the water.
Zhu Bajie:
Trying to fight the enemies in your own safe zone...
How unscrupulous! Shame on you, you wicked women!
Golden Horn:
It's not unscrupulous, it's negligent. But then, I can sense the same smell from you too, though.
Zhu Bajie:
Humph, I don't think so, lady.
Did you think I would get mad being provoked?
Zhu Bajie:
If I'm in danger just by being here, then I will leave the fighting to the experts. I'm stepping back, oink.
Zhu Bajie:
Come on, [♂ Brother /♀ Sister] Fujimaru!
Please take care of them!
Sha Wujing:
Of course. The main feature of “Journey to the West” is the tales of demon huntings!
Sha Wujing:
Looks like neither Golden Horn nor Silver Horn are trained. Lord Red Horse and myself will suffice—!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Golden Horn:
Idiot. Sweet ladies like us wouldn't want to get blood blisters from spears or get the rusted metal smell of swords on us, would we?
Silver Horn:
There is a lot of food and water here.
And the scriptures you are seeking, too.
Golden Horn:
But we will consume everything.
Both:
Come! Melt them, unthaw them, dissolve them and drink them all up...
Both:
—Bronze Horn!
Fujimaru 1:
Bronze Horn—!?
Fujimaru 2:
That's the first I've heard of it!?
Bronze Horn:
Ummm... Right... I'm Bronze Horn...
Zhu Bajie:
Great! Bronze Horn is outside of my strike zone!
Don't hold back and defeat her!
Sha Wujing:
...No. I am a warrior, not a demon. This bond between these sisters is too tragic, I cannot bear to witness it any longer...
Sha Wujing:
Honestly, I have lost my will to fight.
My master, shouldn't we save Bronze Horn over there?
Sanzang:
No, we can't. I can tell this is just another one of their tricks.
Sanzang:
It's a conventional method to make us lower our guard. We can't buy into it.
Sanzang:
Besides, my stomach is at its limit!
We'll talk after we have taken their food!
Sanzang:
GO, Fujimaru!
Begin with that big girl first!
Fujimaru 1:
It's to save my mentor, I have no choice!
Fujimaru 2:
Girl...?
--BATTLE--
Sanzang:
Well, I'm stuffed!
Sanzang:
Golden Horn and Silver Horn escaped, but they didn't really do anything bad, so let's turn a blind eye for now!
Zhu Bajie:
Wise decision. The spoils of war are more important right now. Oh, leave the management of the treasure to me. I'll make sure it's done right.
Bronze Horn:
...Victory is yours. Go ahead and do whatever you want with me. I don't care.
Sanzang:
How admirable. You're willing to give up your old ways even though you're a demon! ...But then again, you haven't done anything wrong, have you?
Sanzang:
Let's see, which should I have you do... 10,000 Hindu squats or copying the Heart Sutra 10,000 times...
Sanzang:
You look fit already, so maybe copying the Heart Sutra will be a good punishment.
Bronze Horn:
Well then, I will copy the sutra.
Yes, copying sounds good. I'm not good at that.
Sanzang:
Okay! Then I'll write you a recommendation letter to the librarian at Daci'en Temple! Study hard!
Bronze Horn:
Thank you so much.
Personally this is the best thing ever!
Sha Wujing:
Bronze Horn... No, I shouldn't say anything now. It's better than being turned into some kind of demon king.
Fujimaru 1:
My mentor. Here is the scripture.
Fujimaru 2:
Sanzang. The scripture.
Sanzang:
Um... Yes. I see, so you've done your job.
Sanzang:
I was a little worried, but it seems this time around my disciples are hard workers!
Sanzang:
Wukong, Wujing, Bajie! Thank you guys!
Now, let's continue with our journey to Tianzhu!
Volume 3: "Fire Cloud Cave: Sage King, Red Boy"
Sanzang:
Wow, the wind feels so good! We are finally done with the desert area... Now it should be peaceful for a while!
Sanzang:
This whole area looks familiar, too... Now I remember.
Sanzang:
Right. And I was thinking...
We just need to avoid every enemy base from now on!
Sanzang:
I pretty much already know the locations!
Zhu Bajie:
That's an excellent plan, my master.
It's good to be able to relax, oink.
Sha Wujing:
By its very nature, I do not think a journey of hardship given by the Buddha would be done in by such pretentiousness...
Sha Wujing:
—Hmm!?
E：???:
Wait, wait, wait a minute!
E：???:
You must be Sanzang and her followers! Right!?
I'm not gonna let you go any further! (HAH)
Fujimaru 1:
We've got a sloppy one here.
Zhu Bajie:
Now, now. Let's follow the protocol and ask for her identity.
Fujimaru 2:
Let me ask you just in case, who are you?
E：???:
How dare you ask me that!
Red Boy:
I am the protector of the Fire Cloud Cave in Withered Pine Valley: Red Boy, the Boy Sage King!
Red Boy:
Oh, damn, I said my name first! But it's no problem! (HAH)
Sanzang:
Red Boy... You have reformed and surrendered yourself to the Bodhisattva... Why do you stand in our way?
Red Boy:
Because my father will praise me!
...If I return home with your heads, that is!
Sha Wujing:
Your father must be the Ox-Demon King.
According to the story of Journey to the West, that is.
Red Boy:
Hey, call him by his proper name! He's the Great Sage Who Pacifies Heaven, the King of Great Strength, the Nine-Headed Ox-Demon King!
Red Boy:
Oh, damn, I said it again! But that's fine!
My father is cool, anyway!
Fujimaru 1:
I feel for your father...
Fujimaru 2:
That whole family is messed up...
Sha Wujing:
Red Boy is supposed to kidnap Sanzang through disguises and other tricks. Are you okay with all this?
Red Boy:
Humph. The story is meant to be changed.
I'm not willing to lose from the beginning!
Sha Wujing:
I see. Short-tempered, but quite eloquent.
Zhu Bajie:
Hmm, Saber of Red's father...
In other words, you're part of the Altriaverse.
Zhu Bajie:
If that's the case, I don't know if it'll be blue or white, but I think I have an idea who this “father” is.
Fujimaru 1:
I don't think so. Not at all.
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Zhu Bajie:
Red Horse agrees, too. There are just too many.
Fujimaru 2:
And who do you think it'll be?
Zhu Bajie:
If it's the Ox-Demon King...
Zhu Bajie:
“Only the ones who ate roast beef with tears in their eyes know the true taste of beef! Cow Saber!”
Zhu Bajie:
—and such? Oh, I'm so sorry. Please continue?
Sanzang:
Hmm, I can die in peace!
I've never seen such an inspirational attitude!
Sanzang:
What a graceful opponent she is...
I think I can get along with her pretty well!
Sanzang:
But it's too bad. Even if you were a friend, I'll crush you if you get in my way. That's my attitude!
Sanzang:
Get ready! I will go dhūtatatatata on you and eliminate you!
Sanzang:
I'll give you a chance to reform yourself afterwards!
I mean, we're already halfway friends!
Red Boy:
Are you serious, really!?
You're really good at making friends, huh!?
Red Boy:
But, sorry, I won't go easy on you even if we were friends. Because I'm Red Boy, the beloved son of the Ox-Demon King!
Red Boy:
Sanzang! I'm going to take you as an offering to my father!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Sanzang:
Whoa, you scared me. I'm still not used to it...
—Are you ready, Fujimaru!?
Fujimaru 1:
Of course!
Fujimaru 2:
Sure! I don't think she'll hand it over without a fight!
--BATTLE--
Red Boy:
Dammit, fine! You won! Here's the scripture!
Take it and get out of here!
Sanzang:
Wait a second, Red Boy.
No, Mo Boy!
Red Boy:
Mo Boy!?
Sanzang:
Where do you think you're going? You know that neither the Fire Cloud Cave nor the Sky Scraping Cave is that way.
Red Boy:
Where I go is none of your business.
Red Boy:
Since I just lost to the heinous Sanzang group, I'm just gonna hide until things die down.
Sanzang:
...If you want to see your father so much, how come you don't go home?
Sanzang:
You adored your father so much!
Red Boy:
I don't adore him, I HATE him!
Red Boy:
Anyway... I can't go back to that miserable house now.
Zhu Bajie:
You are a runaway? I see, you wanted to defeat us so you could go home with pride.
Zhu Bajie:
Still, your father did raise an obnox– sorry, kind person like you. You don't need to bring him any gifts, oink!
Zhu Bajie:
I'm sure he will welcome you with open arms. Come on, go home now and take us to where the treasures are, oink!
Red Boy:
You're making it sound nice, but you're really annoying, you know!?
Red Boy:
Not only that... While my father may be really cool, my mother is...
Red Boy:
She's like a dump truck with busted brakes, to put it mildly...
Red Boy:
She's just extremely scary... My dad is usually tough, but even he's kinda whipped by my mom...
Red Boy:
If you are going to proceed, be careful, Sanzang!
It's better for you not to get involved with that woman!
Volume 4: "Flaming Mountain: That Mountain is Very Fun!"
Sanzang:
Guys! Those mountains there must be so much fun!
Fujimaru 1:
What is it, all of a sudden?
Fujimaru 2:
Hey, don't jinx us like that.
Zhu Bajie:
...? Our master seems to be very hyper.
I wonder what's up with her?
Sha Wujing:
We defeated Red Boy. In that case, our next big obstacle is the Flaming Mountains.
Sha Wujing:
...On a different note, my master...
We are being followed.
Sanzang:
Did you sense their presence? That's fine.
It's natural that we're being targeted by demons.
Sanzang:
It's actually rather convenient for us.
We can lose them in the Flaming Mountains up ahead!
Zhu Bajie:
...Hot... It's...so...hot... Oink... [♂ Brother /♀ Sister] Fujimaru, to be honest...
Zhu Bajie:
Despite my appearance, I can't stand the heat...
It's like I'm going to get roasted...
Sha Wujing:
Yes... These evil mountains are worse than expected.
Sha Wujing:
The flames here don't extinguish with rain, nor do they burn out. They say they can even melt the toughest iron.
Sha Wujing:
No wonder Servants, much less normal humans, would want to avoid this place...
Fujimaru 1:
It's like hell on Earth...
Fujimaru 2:
Don't tell me...
Sanzang:
Of course! I mean, those mountains are definitely interesting!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Zhu Bajie:
My master, he's saying, “It's not just about having fun!” Oink!
Sanzang:
That's because you haven't had enough training!
Perfect, let's earn you some Training Points right now!
Sanzang:
This is the Buddha's providence!
You just need to get used to hardships!
Sanzang:
We can't get to Tianzhu without crossing these burning mountains! Never!
Fujimaru 1:
A-Any specific plans!?
Sanzang:
Don't worry about it.
Sanzang:
Aside from the demons, I too had anticipated these Flaming Mountains.
Sanzang:
I've piled on merits during my journey to acquire scriptures, so I can walk freely on fire.
Sha Wujing:
The ascetic exercise of fire-walking, huh?
Sanzang:
This hellfire, too, was once just a leaping flame from the Eight Trigrams Furnace up in heaven.
Sanzang:
If it's a trial from the Buddha, this fire will surely die if I walk through it!
Fujimaru 1:
...I wonder if it really will be that easy?
Fujimaru 2:
I have a bad feeling.
Sanzang:
Just watch.
...Although I might need some time!
Sanzang:
(Inhale... Exhale...)
(Inhale... Exhale...)
Zhu Bajie:
I wanna see♪
how brave our master is♪
Sanzang:
(Gulp)
Sha Wujing:
...She went for it.
She's really walking on the flame...
Zhu Bajie:
She's gone.
I didn't think she would really do it, oink.
Zhu Bajie:
But still, speaking from my experience as a roasted pig... Even if you can walk on fire, there's still the intense heat and smoke, you know?
Sha Wujing:
Ah! You're right! I should have thought about that!
Fujimaru 1:
We have to save her!
Fujimaru 2:
Run, White Dragon Horse! Bring her back here!
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–!
Sanzang:
Cough...cough cough... Ugh...
I thought I was gonna die...
Sanzang:
Apparently, flesh burns even if it's not touching the fire... So that's what it means to smoke something...
Sanzang:
If I wasn't wearing the Tathagata's kasaya, I would have turned into coal...
Fujimaru 1:
W-Was it fun?
Sanzang:
Beyond uncool... These mountains were not fun at all... (Sniff)
Fujimaru 2:
Don't make us worry!
Sanzang:
I'm... I'm beyond sorry... I have learned my lesson...
Sanzang:
But...
Sanzang:
It's different... It's completely different!
They're not the Flaming Mountains I know!
Sha Wujing:
What do you mean, my frizzy-haired master?
E：???:
...pai...Senpai...are...there...!?
Fujimaru 1:
I hear a voice!
Fujimaru 2:
Mash!
Mash:
Oh...thank goodness... I've been waiting so long, Senpai!
Mash:
Doctor! Doctor! Please come to the Command Room immediately!
Zhu Bajie:
Oh. A transmission from Chaldea?
Mash:
The line's very unstable...
I will put it briefly before the signal cuts off!
Zhu Bajie:
...Oh.
Zhu Bajie:
No, it's nothing. You just talk with them, [♂ Brother /♀ Sister].
Sha Wujing:
Yes, take your time. We'll cover you.
Sanzang:
Those are...the demons that we drove off in the mountains!? They're coming this way...
Fujimaru 1:
Why are we being attacked now of all times!
Fujimaru 2:
I'll leave it to you, my fellow disciples!
--BATTLE--
Fujimaru 1:
...I think I got the rough idea, Mash!
Mash:
Yes, Senpai.
Fujimaru 2:
Noted. So, what does the Doctor say?
Mash:
The Doctor is here too, but he's a little busy at the moment!
Mash:
So I will relay the message for now!
Mash:
...And that was the report on the summoning experiment, and the analysis on this unexpected incident.
Mash:
The situation is not resolved yet. We can't let our guard down.
Mash:
However, I'm surprised... To think there would be this much time lag between us!
Sha Wujing:
It has already been a month since we first departed from Tartar territory.
Mash:
On our side, it's only been four days since the accident
—Oh...
Dr. Roman:
I'm still detecting Servant readings around the Flaming Mountains. I even picked up traces of potent Ether.
Dr. Roman:
I suspect some kind of crazy experiment with magecraft. It must've been conducted by a high-ranking Caster as well.
Fujimaru 1:
That's probably...
Fujimaru 2:
A mage that can hover over the Flaming Mountains?
Blavatsky:
Xa-xa-xa-xa-xa-xa-xa-xa!
Blavatsky:
Great! Eternal flame of Sanat Kumara!
I will boil down this Dagda's Cauldron like it was jam!
Fujimaru 1:
A UFO!?
Fujimaru 2:
It's shooting a beam into the volcano!?
Zhu Bajie:
—I don't know who's been summoned, but I'm sure she's a troublesome Servant, oink.
Sanzang:
I'm at a loss for words, too. But I'm sure this is also the Buddha's unwavering will.
Mash:
Xuanzang... Sanzang? I see... so you are a woman!
Mash:
Oh no... The signal is unstable... The communication...
I can't...correct...time difference...
Dr. Roman:
Fujimaru! Make sure you tell Sanzang what we talked about.
Dr. Roman:
Also tell her... that she herself is the key!
Zhu Bajie:
The transmission got cut off again. I wonder when we will be able to communicate with them again.
Zhu Bajie:
They seem to be having difficulty bringing us back to Chaldea.
Zhu Bajie:
I'm pretty sure it's because Mash is not here. She would normally have set up the summoning circle for us.
Sha Wujing:
...We cannot afford to turn back now, either.
Sha Wujing:
The idea of heading to Tianzhu and being at the mercy of Buddha's guidance doesn't sound too absurd anymore.
Sanzang:
Eh... So you agreed to travel with me half-heartedly?
Zhu Bajie:
Hmmm... For Shuwen, he's content as long as he gets to fight powerful enemies.
Zhu Bajie:
Maybe I'm the same? But what about [♂ Brother /♀ Sister] Fujimaru?
Sanzang:
...What...do you think? Fujimaru?
Fujimaru 1:
There must be light at the end of this tunnel!
Sanzang:
—Of course! I won't give up after only one or two lifetimes!
Sanzang:
Because this is my story!
Thank you, Fujimaru!
Fujimaru 2:
The key must lie within the scriptures we gather.
Sanzang:
The skinny guy from Chaldea said the same thing. In that case, then I'm truly dancing on top of the Buddha's palm...
Sha Wujing:
—Brothers, wait.
H：???:
The Flaming Mountains... They are a test.
Sanzang:
Uh!?
Zhu Bajie:
Oh, a new face? At any rate, not one we have seen in Chaldea.
Fujimaru 1:
Is that the one who's been following us?
Fujimaru 2:
Twintails and a Chinese dress?
Sanzang:
...Ugh... You are... Ugh...
I feel like I can almost remember you...
Sanzang:
Why? It's so frustrating! This intense feeling of déjà vu is suffocating...
H：???:
Impossible. Can not remember.
H：???:
That memory. Inside. This scripture.
Sanzang:
!?
H：???:
—Lamentable. Xuanzang Sanzang. Once pure and holy. Currently despicable. Mediocre woman.
H：???:
No will to sacrifice thyself. Bereft tolerance and benevolence. Know there is... no shortcut to Tianzhu.
H：???:
Simply put. You. No longer fit as Qitian Dasheng's master.
Sanzang:
Uh! (Shocked)
H：???:
Chat. Completed.
Fujimaru 1:
Twintails gave her a lecture...
Zhu Bajie:
You're wrong, [♂ Brother /♀ Sister]. If the hair doesn't reach the shoulders, it's more appropriate to call it “pigtails,” oink.
Fujimaru 2:
Flying away on wheels... I'm jealous.
Sha Wujing:
That person might appear collected, but in truth, she was agitated to the point that she abandoned her role as an observer and interfered...
Zhu Bajie:
Yeah. She seemed like she knew our master well... Well?
Sanzang:
To be honest... I can't quite remember...
Sha Wujing:
I see. Your memory has been locked away.
However... I have an idea as to who she really is.
Sha Wujing:
That flaming spear must be the Fire-tipped Spear...
And those bangles she wore must be the Universe Ring...
Sha Wujing:
In addition, her young appearance...
Although she does speak in a strange tone...
Sha Wujing:
It appears that she might be Prince Nezha, the Marshal of the Central Altar— One with a name as well-known as Qitian Dasheng, Sun Wukong.
Sanzang:
Ne...zha...
Sha Wujing:
Don't underestimate that young warrior.
She's a doll made entirely of Paopei.
Sha Wujing:
In Chaldea's terminology, she would probably be called a Noble Phantasm Human. I feel I must cross swords with that warrior.
Fujimaru 1:
Sensei's bad habit is back...
Fujimaru 2:
Didn't it seem like she was worrying about Lu Bu?
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–?
Zhu Bajie:
She left with the scripture that contains the master's memory.
Zhu Bajie:
So we came up dry this time.
It seems like we can't cheat.
Zhu Bajie:
There's always someone watching...
I guess that's the same in every country.
Sanzang:
...Banana Leaf...Fan...
Sanzang:
I remember now!
Yes, the Banana Leaf Fan!
Sanzang:
Listen, we took the wrong steps. We need a Noble Phantasm... An item to cross the Flaming Mountains!
Sanzang:
We need the Banana Leaf Fan!
Princess Iron Fan's Noble Phantasm!
Fujimaru 1:
Banana Leaf Fan?
Fujimaru 2:
Princess Iron Fan?
Volume 5: "Banana Cave: Demonic Lady, Princess Iron Fan"
Sanzang:
In order to extinguish the wild flames of the Flaming Mountains and get to Tianzhu, we definitely need the “Banana Leaf Fan.”
Sanzang:
And Princess Iron Fan, the one who resides in the Banana Leaf Cave, is the wielder of said fan.
Zhu Bajie:
A world-renowned beauty, also known as the Demonic Lady, a Rakshesa. I wonder what kind of beautiful madam she is?
Zhu Bajie:
Yeah, an older married woman doesn't sound bad. Anyway, a beautiful lady is beautiful even if she is someone else's wife.
Sanzang:
Hey you! Don't get excited about the “someone else's wife” part. Keep it to yourself!
Sanzang:
Anyway, it's impossible to predict what kind of people we'll meet on this journey...
Fujimaru 1:
Based on what Mo Boy said, I can take a guess...
Red Boy:
No joke! No joke! My mom is so scary!
F：???:
Red Boy.
Red Boy:
GAH! Mom! Sorry, I was eating some potato chips!
F：???:
Correction. You will address me as “Mother,” or else I will cut that infected tongue out.
Red Boy:
Sorry, Mom! Please don't cut my tongue off!
F：???:
I will tolerate staying out overnight without permission... but did you wash your hands when you got home?
Red Boy:
I did! Very thoroughly for about five seconds!
Then dried them with the Banana Leaf Fan!
F：???:
That explains the mess in the bathroom. What happens if those germs get spread around the castle?
F：???:
I've told you to carry disposable towels with you so many times... Hmmm? Did you rinse your mouth after returning home?
Red Boy:
Of course! For about three seconds while drinking cola!
Red Boy:
Hear my beautiful voice. We have a similar voice, right? Genetically mother and child!
F：???:
...Red Boy. What's that scratch on your cheek?
Red Boy:
(Gasp)
Red Boy:
Just a scratch! It's nothing!
Just put some saliva on it and—
F：???:
—It seems I need to teach you a lesson.
To the medical room. I will treat you myself.
Red Boy:
Ahhhhhh, I'm sorry, Mom!
Red Boy:
I don't wanna wash my face in a bucket of peroxide again!
Sha Wujing:
...It's kind of like an army torture scene.
Zhu Bajie:
Too much enthusiasm for education...
Kids grow up open-minded when left free, but...
Sanzang:
Either way, she's nobody's fool...
We did beat Red Boy, but didn't kill him.
Sanzang:
There's no reason Princess Iron Fan would get mad.
I'm sure we can just talk it out!
Princess Iron Fan:
Rejected & please leave now.
Sanzang:
You wouldn't even consider it!?
Princess Iron Fan:
There have been no reports of anyone falling ill around the Flaming Mountains.
Princess Iron Fan:
Those flames must have strong anti-bacterial effects.
Fujimaru 1:
But no one is alive either!
Fujimaru 2:
Oh, come on!
Princess Iron Fan:
I am quite offended that you would criticize my charity work.
Princess Iron Fan:
There are many uses for the Banana Leaf Fan.
Princess Iron Fan:
However, I cannot lend it to you for a trivial reason like extinguishing a mountain fire.
Fujimaru 1:
...By the way, where is the Ox-Demon King?
Princess Iron Fan:
Ox-Demon King... My partner is not here in this castle. He must be wandering about...
Princess Iron Fan:
Even Red Boy is following his bad example...
My patience is just about running out.
Fujimaru 1:
It's not a good idea to take your frustration out on your son.
Princess Iron Fan:
My principle of education is perfect!
I even allow my son independence!
Fujimaru 1:
Just allowing?
Fujimaru 2:
Are you tolerant?
Princess Iron Fan:
Um... Well...
Princess Iron Fan:
...Fujimaru, was it?
Did you come here to provoke me?
Princess Iron Fan:
I'm always furious... at this unsanitary world... at the fact that accursed disease runs rampant everywhere.
Princess Iron Fan:
Yes! Travelers like you are especially beyond help!
Princess Iron Fan:
Greedy for repletion, knowledge, and pleasure; living as you desire. You would dig up buried relics and wake dormant indigenous diseases.
Princess Iron Fan:
Surely you're going about spreading a pandemic of pallidness. You're nothing but a walking compost!
Zhu Bajie:
That's not true! I simply bought some buns, and threw the leftovers on the street!
Zhu Bajie:
It's charity for the animals. I litter. With no hesitation.
Princess Iron Fan:
—I am so careless. There is one facility this mountain is missing.
Princess Iron Fan:
The chef with the red cape said, “the pig is a very useful domestic animal. The only part you can't use is its scream.”
Princess Iron Fan:
Let's test those words.
Don't worry, I'm a nurse.
Princess Iron Fan:
I'm used to people writhing and screaming in pain. Scream like you could tear up the sky!
Zhu Bajie:
Phew, good response to provocation, deathly nurse!
I'll leave the rest to you, [♂ Brother /♀ Sister]!
Zhu Bajie:
I don't get along with ladies who don't understand humor!
Sanzang:
Fine, I'll accept the challenge!
You guys, I'm counting on you!
--BATTLE--
Sanzang:
So...this is the Banana Leaf Fan?
Looks pretty different than the legends...
Sanzang:
Doesn't it look...like a certain holy sword?
Is it even okay for a monk to hold a sword?
Sanzang:
It is said that in order to cut the root of the fire from the Flaming Mountains, one needs to fan the flame forty-nine times. But she said that since this is EX-ranked, you just need to fan it once.
Sha Wujing:
Princess Iron Fan handed out the scripture she possessed obediently. I cannot fathom the reason that only the Banana Leaf Fan would be a fake.
Zhu Bajie:
Anyhow, once we use it, we'll know if it's fake or not, oink.
Sanzang:
That's true. I'll try!
Here we go—
Sanzang:
Ex...calibanana Leaf Fan!
Sanzang:
Amazing! It's gone! It blew all the fire away!
Sanzang:
So all that fire-walking training for nothing?
Well, never mind!
Sanzang:
Fujimaru! We did it!
Fujimaru 1:
Um, so only the Ox-Demon King is left?
Fujimaru 2:
Let's hope the Ox-Demon King is understanding.
Sanzang:
—Yes!
Volume 6: "Sky Scraping Cave: Great Sage Who Pacifies Heaven, Ox-Demon King"
Ox-Demon King:
I am the eldest of a fraternity of demon brothers whose names are renowned even up in heaven—
I am the Nine-Headed Ox-Demon King!
Ox-Demon King:
Hereafter, you may refer to me as Ox-Demon King.
No need to prostrate yourselves. Just relax.
Sanzang:
—Yes, Your Majesty.
Sha Wujing:
...
Zhu Bajie:
...
Fujimaru 1:
Um... Ox? Cow?
Ox-Demon King:
You— What are you looking at?
My eyes are up here.
Ox-Demon King:
I must commend you for your efforts. You traveled all the way from Tang, even crossing the Flaming Mountains...
Ox-Demon King:
...Rumor has it that my son, Red Boy, caused you trouble?
Ox-Demon King:
No need to tense up.
I am not being sarcastic.
Ox-Demon King:
You may laugh at me for being a bad parent.
Sanzang:
Not at all Oh, by the way.
Sanzang:
We...um...kind of forcibly borrowed this from your wife.
Sanzang:
The Excalibanana Leaf Fan.
Sanzang:
We understand it is... your prized possession. We would like to return it now.
Ox-Demon King:
—Yes, you have my gratitude once again.
Then let me move on to important matters.
Ox-Demon King:
O eminent Tang Monk, Xuanzang Sanzang—
This is the scripture that has been entrusted to me.
Ox-Demon King:
And this is the other scripture Nezha gave me when she visited this castle earlier.
Fujimaru 1:
Nezha did that?
Ox-Demon King:
You may have both of these scriptures.
It is the Buddha's will.
Ox-Demon King:
Meaning, your journey ends here.
Sanzang:
...Wh-What did you say?
Ox-Demon King:
I said it's the Buddha's will.
You now have all six scriptures.
Ox-Demon King:
—The Buddha gave me a mission.
Ox-Demon King:
The Buddha said he sealed your memory of the realization of the transient nature of the five desires into the scriptures scattered along the trip.
Ox-Demon King:
The five desires are sights, sounds, scents, tastes, and tactility.
Ox-Demon King:
In other words, the attachment that arises from contact with the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and body.
Ox-Demon King:
This kind of explanation probably sounds unnecessary to you, though, right?
Fujimaru 1:
One, two, three, four, five... What's the last one?
Ox-Demon King:
The last of the six scriptures is “meaning.”
The attachment produced by the heart.
Ox-Demon King:
Ending your journey here and being satisfied from the bottom of your heart will recover the enlightenment you lost—!
Sanzang:
What... What? Wait. Wait!
Sanzang:
My journey doesn't end here!
It still continues!
Sanzang:
I'm going to Tianzhu! That's why I've traveled this far!
Ox-Demon King:
You already have all the scriptures!
Ox-Demon King:
Do you not understand!? It is the Buddha's mercy, Xuanzang Sanzang.
Sanzang:
But what'll happen with them?
What's going to happen to my dear disciples?
Ox-Demon King:
Your apprentices will continue on to Tianzhu.
That will bring them back to the world they belong to.
Ox-Demon King:
You, too, must have a place to go back to.
Sanzang:
...A place to go back to... My house in Chang'an...
Sanzang:
...No! I want to continue my journey!
Sanzang:
I haven't accomplished anything!
I appreciate the scriptures, but that's not it!
Sanzang:
I'm not ready to recite them correctly.
I'm not there yet!
Ox-Demon King:
How unreasonable you are...
Ox-Demon King:
The scriptures of the Buddha possess an inherent value to the common folk. They do not care who is reciting them
Ox-Demon King:
If you cannot realize that, you sure are far from enlightenment.
Ox-Demon King:
No need to worry, though.
Ox-Demon King:
Let me blow your attachment away and send you back to the furthest ends of the Far East with my fan, the Excalibanana Leaf Fan.
Sanzang:
...I see... This is my own battle.
Sanzang:
Fujimaru... You guys shouldn't come...
Sanzang:
Otherwise it will make the Buddha angry and you won't be able to return.
Sha Wujing:
...O Xuanzang Sanzang.
The monk I temporarily revered as my master.
Sha Wujing:
If you think of me as someone who cleverly reflects on the consequences before fighting my enemies, you're wrong.
Zhu Bajie:
Yeah. We're Servants after all.
We don't have anywhere to go back to.
Zhu Bajie:
Returning to the Throne of Heroes means we will disappear. Chaldea is an exception, but we can't return there quite yet.
Zhu Bajie:
There is a place I want to go back to.
But I'll just fight, have fun, and die, though.
Zhu Bajie:
And this big dude here, it's like preaching to whatchamacallit.
White Dragon Horse:
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Sanzang:
...
Sanzang:
Fujimaru ...No, my unworthy number one disciple? What about you?
Sanzang:
You are not a Servant.
You should go back to those dear to you.
Fujimaru 1:
You're dear to me, too.
Fujimaru 2:
Do you really need to ask that?
Sanzang:
Oh...you...DUMMY!
Sanzang:
You're all so fearless, you stupid pupils!
Ox-Demon King:
—This is the final warning!
You will be disobeying the Buddha!
Fujimaru 1:
Get out of the way, Ox-Demon King!
Fujimaru 2:
West, here we come! To the west!
--BATTLE--
Ox-Demon King:
I...It's...
Ox-Demon King:
It's not my fault!
Ox-Demon King:
I only made one wish in exchange for complying with the Buddha!
Ox-Demon King:
Princess Iron Fan's table and tablecloth and tableware and table napkins! Everything!
Ox-Demon King:
They're all full of that pungent odor of disinfectant.
So I asked if he could please do something about it!
Ox-Demon King:
She cooks homey and delicious British cuisine... But that odor ruins everything... I can't bear it anymore... (Shudder)
Fujimaru 1:
So that's why her food sucks?
Ox-Demon King:
...Whew. I apologize for the unsightly manner.
Ox-Demon King:
A fair warning, Xuanzang Sanzang.
I do not guarantee anything on your way from here on.
Ox-Demon King:
You will most likely not have the Buddha's protection either.
Sanzang:
Don't worry, Ox-Demon King.
Do you think my faith will waver because of that?
Sanzang:
Besides, that's what makes a journey a journey!
Ox-Demon King:
All right... Then I wish you and your disciples good luck—
Final Volume: "Tianzhu"
Sanzang:
Gandhara is sooo biiiig♪ On the other side of Tianzhuuuu lies a mandalaaaa♪ Lalalaaa♪
Fujimaru 1:
...Where is Tianzhu anyway?
Fujimaru 2:
I thought we were headed west? Isn't this south?
Sha Wujing:
You're asking where “Tianzhu” is?
It's India, of course.
Zhu Bajie:
India? Oh, at this pace I thought we were going to Rome or somewhere over there.
Sha Wujing:
At the time Xuanzang Sanzang arrived in Tianzhu, Mahayana Buddhism had already perished and even the famous Jetavana Monastery had fallen into ruin.
Sha Wujing:
It is said that what precious teachings survived were left in the hands of a few monasteries and rare scriptures...
Sanzang:
What are you muttering about?
Look!
Sanzang:
A river! The Great Golden River! We're finally here!
Oh, dear old Ganges!
Sanzang:
—!??
Fujimaru 1:
Namastee!? The most powerful ★5 Indian duo!?
Fujimaru 2:
Wow, what glares!
Sanzang:
...Ugh... What are we going to do?
Zhu Bajie:
...Are they gatekeepers? Those two look like trouble. They look like they don't care a thing about Buddhism.
Zhu Bajie:
More than anything, they can't take a joke.
Well, in a way, Karna does have a sense of humor.
Nezha:
They. Underworld. Guardians.
Sanzang:
Nezha.
I knew you would come.
Nezha:
Understand now— Xuanzang?
Sanzang:
...
Sanzang:
...Yes, I do. Nezha.
Sanzang:
Those two are great heroes as well as demi-gods, the embodiments of my fear...
Sanzang:
The fear of going to the outside world, the anxiety that I can't brush off.
Sanzang:
I was summoned...as Chaldea's Servant.
Sanzang:
But since I believed I had reached enlightenment and abandoned all earthly desires I refused the summon.
Sanzang:
The Buddha will never concern himself with the extinction of humanity. To him, it is only one of the many ripples in existence.
Sanzang:
If so, it is only my selfishness as a “human being.”
Fujimaru 1:
(That's why the summoning experiment was incomplete...)
Fujimaru 2:
(But it's probably Da Vinci's fault.)
Sanzang:
I don't want to leave my disciples anymore...
I don't want to die alone anymore...
Sanzang:
...Still. Even if I were on my own, as long as I can continue this journey, I would take that opportunity no matter what.
Sanzang:
Sun Wukong is not here now, but—
Nezha:
...Xuanzang. I too. Give assistance.
Sanzang:
Nezha, you?
No, there's no need for that!
Sanzang:
You are the Buddha's messenger, sent to complete this broken scroll.
Sanzang:
Or perhaps you're like a lens for me to perceive the Buddha in this hollow world.
Sanzang:
Isn't that right, Nezha?
Nezha:
...Understood. Will. Withdraw.
Nezha:
Chat. Completed.
Sanzang:
...Nezha's gone.
Sanzang:
I wonder if it's possible to summon her as a Servant?
Fujimaru 1:
Of course! We needed more cheongsam Servants.
Zhu Bajie:
Hey, my outfit's slit is just as suggestive!
Fujimaru 2:
More importantly, is Nezha a boy or a girl?
Sanzang:
—Huh? Well, even the Buddha himself doesn't know much about our Prince Nezha in a Chinese dress♪
Sanzang:
Well, our latest issue has been overcome!
I will not stop, regardless of who my opponent is!
Sanzang:
Guys, follow me to the end!
Let's conquer the last trial, that great river!
--BATTLE--
Mash:
Senpai... Senpai!
Fujimaru 1:
—Mash!
Fujimaru 2:
Here, I'm here!
Mash:
Please answer, Senpai! I can't believe there's no reception over here, either!
Mash:
Senpai, the anchor for Rayshifting has arrived!
You can come back to Chaldea!
Mash:
We can only supply magical energy for a few more minutes, though! So...please...
Mash:
Come back!
—Master!
Fujimaru 1:
...!
Sanzang:
This...must be the Buddha's guidance...
No, maybe it's your own luck?
Sanzang:
Or...
Sha Wujing:
The right time.
Sha Wujing:
Xuanzang Sanzang. You will remain here, on the other side, and depart again for the new land?
Sanzang:
—Yes. Thank you for your pointed advice.
Sha Wujing— Li Shuwen.
Sanzang:
Your expertise with the spear was as great as that of the Sha Wujing I know.
Sanzang:
Your levelheadedness kept me from crying my eyes out during this journey.
Zhu Bajie:
My turn. To tell you the truth, we believe in very different gods.
Zhu Bajie:
But people learn a lot from each other using the opportunities given to them by the gods.
Zhu Bajie:
So, even though I believe in a different god, this trip has been a valuable experience. Thank you for the rare experience.
Zhu Bajie:
Oh, and all the treasures I collected during this journey... I'll put them in a savings account under your name.
Zhu Bajie:
When we meet again, I will host a big party, oink.
Sanzang:
I'm looking forward to it.
Zhu Bajie— Formidable King David.
Sanzang:
Any dilemma, any situation we met, you faced with a light heart, without panicking or feeling discouraged.
Sanzang:
I can't be like you, but I will remind myself of you when I'm in trouble.
Sanzang:
Zhu Bajie, full of desire, who never lost that quirky personality.
White Dragon Horse:
[[File:berserkervoice1.png50px]]–☆
Sanzang:
Umm? Y-Yes, right? Yes, yes! (I don't know what he's saying, but what a strong handshake.)
Sanzang:
You were great to ride on!
Next time, I'll have a saddle ready!
White Dragon Horse:
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Sanzang:
And lastly...
Sanzang:
If I ever gain the Buddha's guidance again and manifest as a Servant in the future...
Sanzang:
Fujimaru... I will take you as my disciple again.
Fujimaru 1:
In that case, I want to be your number one disciple again!
Sanzang:
Whaaaat? Isn't that a bit presumptuous? Hahaha.
Sanzang:
You have many people dear to you waiting for you at Chaldea, right?
Sanzang:
But for being a fantastic neophyte who plays a key role in the survival of humanity, I might give you that side benefit.
Fujimaru 2:
If that's the case, I want you to call me Master!
Sanzang:
That's...um, well, that depends on the merits you will have accrued by that day.
Sanzang:
...That's why I won't say goodbye.
Instead, I will recite a blissful sutra.
Sanzang:
So you will have perfect health, okay?
—Ahem!
Sanzang:
aryavalokitesvaro bodhisattvo gambhirayam prajnaparamitayam caryam caramano vyavalokayati...
Fujimaru 1:
Until we meet again!
Fujimaru 2:
Ending with a sutra is not really...
Mash:
Senpai! Thank goodness!
Dr. Roman:
Oops... Well, that was close. Very close.
Dr. Roman:
If it hadn't gone well, Mash would have mashed me.
Dr. Roman:
I wonder if the others embroiled in this accident have made their way back to Da Vinci's lab?
Dr. Roman:
All right, I'm gonna go and complain to that painter.
Mash:
(Sigh)... Shall we have some tea instead?
Mash:
It seems like they found some precious Chinese tea along with the roll of scriptures.
Mash:
Apparently it's called... “Records of the Journey to the Far West with Fujimaru.”
Mash:
I think the tea will be the perfect complement to a recounting of your adventure.
Fujimaru 1:
Okay, leave it to me.
Fujimaru 2:
Recount? With pleasure.