A hidden yōkai competes in deadly seasonal palace trials to become empress, amid slavery, oppression, and a love triangle.
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A hidden yōkai competes in deadly seasonal palace trials to become empress, amid slavery, oppression, and a love triangle.
During a once-in-a-generation competition to find the new empress, Mari, who hides a terrible secret, Taro, the prince who would denounce the imperial throne, and Akira, a half-human outcast, will decide the fate of Honoku.
Each generation, a competition is held to find the next empress of Honoku. The rules are simple: survive the palace's enchanted seasonal rooms. Conquer Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. Marry the prince. Only the yōkai, supernatural monsters and spirits, are not eligible to ...
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Love triangle with attraction and romance; minor sexual assault reference
Torture, graphic blood, murder, and deaths in deadly seasonal trials
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Drugging of characters occurs; no addiction themes
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Folklore deities and spirits referenced in mythic setting
Yōkai shapeshifting and enchanted seasonal rooms drive the premise
No real-world occult content present
Slavery and systemic oppression of yōkai are central themes
Suicidal thoughts and self-harm content present
Yōkai slavery, child and physical abuse, torture, captivity, assault
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