Once upon a time, hidden deep within the enchanted woods, there existed a magical forest known as Kas Vegad. This mystical place was rumored to possess extraordinary powers and was said to come alive during specific hours of the day. Legend had it that Kas Vegad would awaken at the stroke of midnight, as the moonlit sky bathed the forest in a soft glow. The trees, with their branches reaching towards the heavens, would sway gently in a dance with the wind. It was during these bewitching hours that the true magic of Kas Vegad would reveal itself. Visitors who dared to venture into the depths of the forest during this time would experience a transformation like no other.
Before it seems like this is nothing but a cheap jab at popular modern isekai stories, the same criticisms can absolutely be levelled at Wataru and Ryu Knight, which absolutely foreground game logic (Wataru having the hero have to fight seven “level bosses” to ascend to the top of a mountain). But my point stands, I think, that a fantasy parody coming from someone with extensive knowledge of the fantasy genre from various sources, who both plays and knows RPGs as well as other media, and who has clearly much passion for world-building is going to be a well-informed and well-grounded parody. Parody that does not come from love of the thing being mocked is often at best insincere and at worse generally patronising.
A relatively low-key story about the heroes trying to help an old woman see her favourite flower has a sweet ending where they all do the right thing for the grandmother and granddaughter leading to a pretty good payoff for a running gag about a loose snake , while the resolution of a My Fair Lady -esque story about the party rogue being confused for a servant-girl who is the object of a nobleman s love is cute and again has the heroes doing the wrong things for the right reasons. The hero, a permanently broke, often drunk lecherous student mage accidentally ends up the subject of a prophecy after trying to sneak into a convent to pursue a beautiful nun.
Visitors who dared to venture into the depths of the forest during this time would experience a transformation like no other. The air would shimmer with ethereal energy, carrying whispers of ancient spells and secrets. The flora and fauna would glow with an otherworldly radiance, casting an enchanting spell on anyone who crossed their path.
[Where I Watch] Rune Soldier (anime) (1 Viewer)
[Where I Watch] seems to be kind of a tradition on this board, so I thought I'd try my hand at it.
Rune Soldier is a 24-episode anime based off of someone's D&D campaign (like Record of Lodoss War). Unlike RoLW (which I've never seen), it's intended to be funny. I'm dubious about this claim. Here we go. *hits play*
Introductory Theme Sequence:
There’s a girl – she’s cute, and sitting on top of something medieval, when a woman in white waves to her from below and suddenly Sitting Girl handily jumps what appears to be three million stories to land gracefully and hug her.
Okay, I’m going out on a limb and guessing that Sitting Girl is the Thief. Woman in white is the Healer.
There’s a redhead. She’s really tall, she carries a really big sword, and she’s showing off really big cleavage. This is Fighter!
And then there’s the blue-haired boy. Is he the leader? Goblins jump out of the hill he’s standing on and attack all of them, so we may NEVER KNOW.
Ack! NPC montage scene! Singing nurses! Elves! No Elvis.
Combat sequence confirms all my guesses (although Healer could still be a White Mage). Bishie-Boy uses his fists, so he might be the Monk? Is this recent enough for there to be Monks? Is it old enough for there to be Monks? Man, this new edition stuff confuses me.
After the fight, Bishie-Boy pulls out a club, the women stare at it adoringly, and then it sparkles with white light and flowers bloom everywhere. If there’s no innuendo here I’ll eat my hat. Ah, Bishie-Boy – why must your class be as indeterminable as your gender?
Thief has a remarkably deep voice for a young woman. Fighter, obviously, has an even deeper voice. No stereotyping here, folks.
Also, the voice acting? It’s terrible. Just terrible. I’m listening to the dub, for clarification, so the original may be much better. That said, after a while the terrible dubbing starts to blend with the barrage of clichés to…um…I’m not selling anyone on this show, am I?
HAH! Healer is a cleric. And her name is…Melissa? >.
Thief is swarmed by hookers! They’re after the Bishie! He’s obnoxious – and accidentally depantses Thief. Thief kicks his ass – Bishie leaves the encounter with the line, “Second time tonight.”
Oh, now Fighter’s turn for a solo scene. She’s not swarmed by hookers…unless those guys with mohawks…? Oh no. They’re muggers.
Thug #2: “We could settle this with steel, if you happen to be packing any.”
Dude. Thug #2. She’s got a sword bigger than your torso. It’s strapped to her back (if only, perhaps, to counterbalance what lonely animators strapped to her front). Did your vision problems drive you to a life of crime?
Bishie horns in again. He’s not as embarrassing in a fight as I thought he’d be.
Healer’s boss is named… Jenny. Great. I’m digging the Lord of the Rings vibe here. I’ve been told Western names are exotic to the Japanese, but this is just silly.
And where do they find the magician they need? In a bar.
Thief: “We’re a band of professional adventurers!”
Mage: “Wow, really?!”
…it’s the ghosts of all my old campaigns come back to haunt me.
Mage: “So, what you’re saying is, you want me to join you on your adventures?”
Party: (nods unanimously)
Bishie reappears. His name is …Louie?
Cleric: “I’m sorry, Loogie, but…”
Why are the women so insistent on maintaining the gender unanimity? Privacy issues, perhaps? Is society matriarchal?
Bishie: “You won’t find a female mage in this town who isn’t locked up in the library!”
Mage: “Excuse me, I’m going to go lock myself up in the library!” (leaves cheerfully)
…And Bishie fails his first attempt at magic.
Later that evening…
Healer: “I’d like to take this time to perform my Sacred Ritual of Revealing.”
…Gimme that old-time religion…
Okay, no stripping. Apparently, the Ritual of Revealing (snerk) will show Healer the champion she’s destined to serve (mmm, Japanese misogyny, tastes like octopus). She wants a handsome hunk who loves her. I’m betting she gets Bishie.
Hey, the singing nurses are back! You remember them, from the intro sequence, right? Apparently they’re actually church acolytes. Healer is their idol, apparently.
…Healer really wants her champion to be the bastard child of David Bowie and Charlemagne.
Aaand over to Bishie! He’s out of jail! He’s in class! He sucks at class! He punches walls! It hurts! OH THE ANGST!
Apparently he really does suck at magic, and he’s only gotten so far because he’s the headmaster’s adopted son.
Mage: “You’re thinking of those three girls in the bar, aren’t you? There’s something about adventurers. I think it’s the way they’ll do anything for money, and I do mean anything. Those people leave a bad taste in my mouth.”
Bishie decides adventuring could be for him – he’s got no idea where to find Fighter or Thief, but Healer’s gotta be at the temple, right.
Bishie runs into Thief and Fighter, they get into an argument, Thief and Fighter start chasing Bishie around the temple…
Thief’s name is apparently Merrill. I can live with that much better than Melissa.
Fighter is…Genie? Alright then.
And Louie is apparently our titular Rune Soldier.
Thief is swarmed by hookers! They’re after the Bishie! He’s obnoxious – and accidentally depantses Thief. Thief kicks his ass – Bishie leaves the encounter with the line, “Second time tonight.”
As the hours ticked by, the forest would become a sanctuary for the supernatural. Mythical creatures, long thought to be mere legends, would emerge from the depths of Kas Vegad. Fairies would flit between the petals of vibrant flowers, leaving trails of sparkling dust in their wake. The melodies of nymphs would float through the air, filling the forest with a hauntingly beautiful symphony. Those fortunate enough to witness this mystical metamorphosis were advised to tread cautiously. The guardians of Kas Vegad, the ancient spirits of the forest, would test the intentions of any intruders. Wandering too close to their sacred grounds without a pure heart would result in being lost forever within the enchanting maze that Kas Vegad concealed. But for the pure-hearted, Kas Vegad offered immense rewards. It was said that those who proved their worth would be granted one wish. Whether it be to bestow good fortune upon loved ones or to unlock long-held desires, the forest listened to the whispered desires of the chosen ones. As dawn approached and the magic hour drew to a close, Kas Vegad would gradually return to its slumber. The mystical creatures would retreat into the shadows, and the forest would once again become an ordinary place, its secrets hidden from the unassuming eye. And so, the legend of Kas Vegad, the magical forest with its extraordinary hours, would continue to bewitch the hearts and minds of adventurers, leaving them forever enchanted with the allure of its fabled allure..
Reviews for "The Legend of Kas Vegad Hours: Tales of Fairies and Enchanted Beings"
1. Jessica - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with my visit to Magical Forest Kas Vegad. The place was incredibly overcrowded and it felt like there was no crowd control or organization. The lines for the attractions were ridiculously long, and the staff members seemed overwhelmed and unprepared. The attractions themselves were lackluster, with outdated decor and unimpressive displays. Overall, it was not the magical experience I was hoping for.
2. Kevin - 1/5 - Magical Forest Kas Vegad was a complete waste of time and money. The entry fee was exorbitant, especially considering the subpar quality of the attractions. The indoor portion of the forest was dimly lit and gave off a musty odor. The interactive activities were poorly maintained and many of them were out of order. To make matters worse, the food options were overpriced and unsatisfying. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - I had high expectations for Magical Forest Kas Vegad, but unfortunately, it fell short. The overall atmosphere was chaotic and it felt like there were too many people crammed into a small space. The staff members were not attentive or helpful, leaving visitors to navigate the forest on their own. The displays lacked creativity and seemed outdated. It was a disappointment and not worth the price of admission.