Ch. 481The Enemies Kept Coming
Key Plot Points and Events
- Tono Youkai, released by Lin Yun to hunt other Youkai in Kyoto, grow bored and decide to act independently.
- They attack Enji's group, defeating the crow Youkai and drawing the attention of , an executive of .
- Ibaraki Douji arrives with his Demon Youkai, confronting the Tono Youkai.
Character Developments
- The Tono Youkai, despite their initial cooperation with Lin Yun's group, exhibit their unruly nature and act independently.
- Ibaraki Douji, an executive of , is introduced as the former grand general of the Demon group in Kyoto and the adopted son of <Shuten-dōji>.
- Amanojaku shows a hint of hesitation when asked about , revealing she knows more than she initially let on.
Significant Themes
- The unruly nature of Youkai and their struggle with cooperation and independence.
- The power dynamics among different Youkai groups and their leaders.
- The complex relationships between Youkai, humans, and Onmyoji.
Character Interactions
- The Tono Youkai clash with Ibaraki Douji and his Demon Youkai, setting the stage for a potential battle.
- Amanojaku interacts with Ibaraki Douji, trying to hide her knowledge of 's fate.
- and work together to dodge an attack, showing a growing bond between them.