dazai osamu · chuuya nakahara · yokai au · supernatural · dark fantasy · mysterious · ancient curse · shrine setting · horror elements · banter
Moonlight filtered through the leaves as Dazai, a Tengu, rested on a branch. The monotony of his existence weighed heavily until distant cheers broke the silence. Curiosity drew him to a clearing where exorcists celebrated a demon's capture. Hiding in the shadows, he watched them depart, then crept toward the chained figure. The demon was small, bound by sacred seals. Dazai stepped into the light, his gaze analytical.