January 1, 1991
After Christmas, Shin and Mira celebrated the New Year together. Shin received calls from his mother and second sister inquiring about his well-being, to which he reassured them. Shin and Mira ushered in the New Year together by touring various tourist spots in Tokyo.
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[KiShin Headquart...
In a Tokyo alley, Shiruu sang, "Watashi no ai wa, yoru no hibi no honÅ no yÅni, Kono hiroi sekai de, anata wa watashi no michibikikata. Watashi no kokoro wa anata no yasuragi, eien ni todomaru, Anata no tame ni tsukurareta takara, subete no katachi de.
Dakara watashi no te o tori, toshi o koeyÅ, Shinpai suru hitsuyÅ...
It was approaching Christmas as the date was already December 21, 1990.
KiShin's video games once again dominated the video game market with the release of their games. Tora and Suzuki struggled to compete with such an innovative company.
Then, news broke that the Tora 16-bit had gained immense popularity in the...
In Tokyo, Japan, word began to spread about 'Shounen Jump,' along with valuable information on video game tips and tricks. Young manga enthusiasts gradually discovered dedicated pages focusing on video games within the magazine.
In just a matter of days, 'Shounen Jump,' particularly 'The Weekly Shounen Jump Magazine,' ...
Suzuki and Tora had hoped and prayed that KiShin's new video games wouldn't succeed.
Their prayers seemed to be answered by the Most High when one of KiShin's released games, 'Kid Icarus,' faced heavy criticism not only in Tokyo but also in various parts of Japan.
[Tokyo, Japan]
In different corners of T...
December 11, 1990:
During this time, anticipation ran high for the release of two new KiShin video games. One was Kid Icarus, while the other was Final Fantasy. Players eagerly flocked to stores and malls like hungry piranhas sensing their prey.
Tora and Suzuki, the two competitors, had already solemnly predicte...
[Tokyo]
In Tokyo, a group of young friends engaged in an animated discussion about the 'Metroid' video game.
"Hey, did any of you catch the ending of 'Metroid'?" inquired Ike Dai, who was an enthusiast of KiShin, Tora, and Suzuki video games, as they strolled along the sidewalk.
Tora's supporter among the...
[Suzuki Electronics]
[Conference Room]
In a conference room, the executives and President Nikko Tabata gazed at the television, which was displaying 'Metroid.'
The game's theme revolved around space and alien creatures, and while the gameplay was impressive, those in the room seemed unfazed by the video ...
[KiShin Headquarters, KiShinâ„¢ Department]
Shin gazed at his company's group of video game developers, wearing a smile.
On the whiteboard, the images of the new video games were displayed via a projector...
The first image featured a 2D pixelated character in a space suit, wielding a vibrant gun.
...
[Tokyo]
Many young people flocked to stores and malls in Tokyo to purchase Tora's two new video games. However, some youngsters, aged 11 or 10 and below, were disappointed to discover that they weren't allowed to buy Tora's latest releases.
A determined 10-year-old boy confronted the salesman, saying, "What's th...
[KiShin Headquarters]
After Shin successfully aligned himself with the number one Yakuza syndicate in Japan, he felt that revealing his identity soon wouldn't pose a threat. The potential sabotage or underworld attacks from his family would pale in comparison to the formidable Yakuza syndicate.
Perhaps in the ne...
[Kobe, Tokyo]
[Yamauchi-gumi Headquarters]
Shin gazed at the man before him, momentarily rendered speechless.
Is he really handing over his position so easily?
He was profoundly shocked as he struggled to maintain his composed poker face.
Based on the information he had, this Yakuza syndicat...
[Kobe, Tokyo]
[Yamauchi-gumi Headquarters]
Shin was profoundly shaken. The person before him left him utterly astonished.
The man possessed a formidable, tattoo-covered physique, with one tattoo standing out conspicuously - a cute depiction of Super Mario on his left shoulder, complete with blue skies, 2D...
[Kobe, Tokyo]
[Yamauchi-gumi Headquarters]
As Shin and Takuza gazed upon the entrance of the grand Japanese traditional mansion from their car, it exuded a sense of classic antiquity, enveloped in a captivating charm.
The impeccably dressed men in black suits, belonging to the Yamauchi-gumi, were position...
[Prefecture of Kanagawa, City of Yokohama]
Yokohama City held the distinction of being Japan's second-largest city. It was also home to the second most notorious gang in Japan, the Muchizuki-Kai, closely following the Yamauchi-gumi.
In contrast to traditional Japanese mansions, their headquarters took the form o...
[Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department]
At the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Investigation Supervisor Tetsui Toru received unexpected news from the commander. He was informed that they would be halting their investigation into the KiShin incident on Kyushu Island in Fukuoka City.
Tetsui Toru was taken aba...
[At the KiShin Headquarters]
Shin gazed at Takuza with a hint of concern in his eyes. He hesitated before asking, "Are you absolutely certain that reaching out to them won't pose any risks?"
Takuza, in response to Shin's question, simply chuckled and replied, "I can't promise complete safety, but you know, the Y...
The incident involving Shin reached the ears of competitors like Suzuki and Tora, leading them to gloat at the situation.
Simultaneously, it heightened their vigilance against the criminal organization. Fortunately, they had connections with the underworld, particularly with the Yakuza.
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Takuza contact...
[Location: Kyushu Island, Fukuoka Prefecture]
In a particular Japanese traditional mansion, once resided the Yamada Family.
The Yamada Family was known for its involvement in the nightlife industry, which included activities like prostitution and underground gambling.
Over time, the situation of prostitut...
[KiShin Main Headquarters]
Just one day after KiShin launched its program to assist programmers in becoming video game developers, numerous programmers had already flocked to KiShin Headquarters, eager to request the KiShin Development Kits.
Inside KiShin's building waiting room, a multitude of programmers were ...
[Chuo, Tokyo]
Kinoshita Yoshi was contemplating investing his 600,000 yen in creating a video game.
Upon seeing an advertisement, he realized that to access KiShin's Hardware Documentation, he needed to visit their office, KiShin.
This documentation was crucial to understanding the capabilities of KiShi...
[Tora Headquarters]
"We're still grappling with the Suzuki Console, yet this KiShin device never fails to add to our troubles," Taro lamented with a sigh.
"If it weren't for our strong game library, we might have already lost our footing," one of the executives remarked.
"But there's an intriguing concept...
Many devoted fans of 'The Legend of Zelda' had the opportunity to watch the KiShin Advertisement. As a result, numerous dedicated viewers in Tokyo and the entire Kanto Region, along with surrounding cities, began searching for a gun-shaped controller and the video game 'Duck Hunt' in various stores and malls.
Aeon, a p...
Keidanren Kaikan, the Japanese Federation Building.
Taro Ikeda, President of Tora Corporation, attended the press conference hosted by the Suzuki Group.
Initially, he awaited Suzuki's subpar product but was instead disappointed when he saw the Suzuki Entertainment System.
'They offer learning features and...
[KiShin Headquarters]
Takuza gazed at Shin, his expression filled with confusion. "He didn't hear?" he wondered aloud.
Observing the furrowed brows on Shin's face, Takuza repeated, "My company specializes in toys and cards..."
Shin shook his head, prompting him to ask, "No, before that."
Sharing a ...
[KiShin Headquarters]
Shin observed the game developers at KiShinâ„¢ presenting their suggestions for future games to him. This group of people was guided by him, so they were well-versed in the basics.
Many of them proposed rough ideas, and some were not entirely novel. However, they would undoubtedly improve i...
[KiShin Headquarters]
"I never expected that in the early stages of the video game industry recovery, it would already be subject to government regulations," Lee Han lamented, sighing.
Shin chuckled at his lament and remarked, "Hehe, I'm actually surprised that there have been no laws restricting video games unt...
[Tora Headquarters]
It had been a few hours since the release of their new game, and the programmers were eagerly awaiting their raise. They were somewhat confident that their game would succeed, thanks to its realistic yet dark storyline, which set it apart from the usual fantasy and childish narratives.
All th...
[Toshima Ward, Ikebukuro]
[KiShin HQ]
It had been approximately a week since the KiShin FamiCom had achieved a million in sales.
[CEO's Office]
Lee Han was currently engaged in a discussion with Shin.
"Yes, sir. It appears that the Suzuki Group is gearing up to launch a new product. They're ...
[Toshima Ward, Higashi-Ikebukuro, Sunshine City Prince Mansion]
Shin had purchased an entire 41st-floor suite in this upscale hotel, and his room also occupied the 41st floor. From this lofty vantage point, he could truly admire the city. Currently, he lay on his spacious bed, entwined with Mira, both of them unclothed...
