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The Serpent Coils Around in the Grass Field

Are you there?

! Oh, I’m so glad! Thanks for saving me, I-

Glad to see you made it in one piece.

You threw off your pursuers, right? We haven’t decided to take you in yet. If you bring weird people in, even now we’ll show you the Way out.

……………..

Don’t be so scared. I’m not trying to threaten you.

But you know about that already, no? Many things live on the other side of the world, and many people want to put their hands on them, destroy them, or hide them for eternity. You were unfortunately exposed to them, and now you can’t return back home.

That’s…….

I still don’t know anything. Why am I being chased, and what will happen now? Right now, I just want to sleep. In a dry room that’s not cold, safe…

If that’s what you want, we can help with that.

We won’t save you, and we won’t support your situation. But we can offer a bed and knowledge while you think about what to do from now on. We can make the experience as safe as possible. You decide what course you’ll take from now on.

Welcome to the Serpent’s Garden. For the time being, Aodaisho will aid you in your journey.

Entry

Regarding the Japanese Serpent’s Hand

GoI-019-θ (by Jailers),
"Japanese Branch of the Serpent’s Hand" (by Bookburners),
"Neighboring Snake" (by the Dinodon’s Hand),
Aodaisho (Us).

Conspectus

The history of the Serpent’s Hand in Japan is short. For a long time, the Hand has failed to continue its activities here. Recent actions by the Hand in the archipelago have been at the hand of incomplete factions plagued by halfheartedness and division.

Illustration

Symbol of the Aodaisho. This coat of arms, a color variant of the well-known symbol of the Serpent, is thought to be an implicit representation of the guiding principles of their activities, with an emphasis on pretense and concealment.¹

Knowledge

Serpent’s Hand-related organizations originating from Japan have had their activities disrupted for a long time due to many factors, becoming unmotivated. In recent years, many newcomers of the Hand have taken on the name ‘Aodaisho’, primarily operating independently in urban communities.

Traits: Aodaisho members can be roughly divided as the following: Specific members of the Serpent’s Hand, and a non-specified amount of members not related to the Library. This is a clearly peculiar point, and is considered a trait related to Aodaisho’s activities.

Aodaisho is loosely differentiated from the Serpent’s Hand in the following points:²³

1. Location. Aodaisho’s main base of operations is in the Japanese Archipelago, without spending much time in the Library.
2. Personnel. Aodaisho accepts those who have opposed the Serpent’s Hand, and doesn't concern itself with its members’ careers.
3. Name. Aodaisho operates independently as much as possible, and do not introduce themselves as members of the Serpent’s Hand during times of peace.⁴

Excluding these differences, Aodaisho is in general seen as a young, stable branch of the Serpent’s Hand. Compared to the majority of the Hand, there’s few people holding supernatural powers or biological non-humans among their ranks. A lot of their activities involve information gathering, assisting people seeking help, and establishing connecting points to the Library and safe isolated dimensions.

Nature: The organization’s ideology is based on loose solidarity, charitable thoughts, and mutual aid. Activities such as assisting intelligent beings being tracked by the Jailers, providing aid to impoverished communities, and establishing contact with isolated areas have been identified. Although secretive, rather than concealing the existence of the organization, they seem to have a dilution policy, in which they don’t communicate their existence in the Serpent’s Hand or the Library.⁵⁶

Members of Aodaisho avoid combat as much as possible, focusing on escape and negotiation. It’s not known whether this policy will continue, or if it is a temporary position of a developing organization. Although they don’t have any major adversary, and have taken a neutral stance towards related organizations, it’s hard to say whether their claims have been received well.

History & Associated Parties: It’s hard to know who was the first Hand to use the title ‘Aodaisho’. It’s widely known that, after the 7th Occult War, the first Serpent Hunts took place in the Far East Region,⁷ and a non-violent faction took on the name when opposing the Bookburners. Whether they remained or fled, most of the Hand who chose to stay instead of withdrawing from the region were killed,⁸ effectively removing the organisation of the Serpent’s Hand from the Japanese Archipelago until recently.

Aodaisho is first referenced as a mutual aid organization around the 1950s, although this is believed to be the work of a single Serpent’s Hand member. Activity by this unknown member continued consistently even after the rediscovery of the Wanderer’s Library. Around the 2010s, the activities of this member were taken over by another Serpent’s Hand member, and the name Aodaisho was transformed into the designation of an organization.

It is believed that several occult organizations located in the Japanese Archipelago maintain non-hostile contact with Aodaisho. Another emblematic point of Aodaisho’s uniqueness is the certainty in that some level of cooperation exists between them and local normalcy preservation agencies.⁹¹⁰ Members of Aodaisho have been linked to the Keepers and IJAMEA¹¹, with no activities that go against the Hand’s ideology being detected.

Approach: They don’t stay in the Library for long, and constantly change locations in the real world, so direct contact is not easy. Communication through documents can be done without issue. If one wishes to contact them for research activities or concealment, we recommend contacting their mediator, R.円. through the Serpent’s Nest.¹²

Observations & Stories

"Aodaisho! How nostalgic that name sounds! I first heard of the name around the end of Shōwa 15¹³, when I was arrested for the attack on Gyeong-seong base, and imprisoned in the Awashima Island base.//"

"At the time, the prisoners and natives of Awashima were plotting an uprising to drive the Examination Agency off the island. But the natives had no combat experience, and the prisoners were hungry and ill: How could they confront the soldiers of the mighty Examination Agency? After days holed up, they died one by one. My life was saved by my comrades, but I was injured, and fell into the stormy sea."

"When I woke up, I was on top of the Socotra Rock, a smiling man looking down on me as I laid down. He not only rescued me from the sea while I was unconscious, but also gifted me a rice ball, and showed me the way to the Korean Peninsula."

"80 years later, I’m still grateful. At that time, despite my confusion and despair, my relief at being reunited with my friends won… But with his help, I was once again reminded of my obsession with life. If we are to ever meet again, I’d like to apologize for my rudeness."

— Kim Cheol-hyeon

"On June 13th, a new resident joined the Yōkai Sanctuary. Although the Ward’s External Affairs Division did not reveal their name, citing ‘complicated circumstances’, they are believed to be related to a famous fox spirit."

"According to Ward Mayor Isanagi, this yōkai is extremely powerful but of unsound mind, and needs to rest in the sanctuary. Also, humans who call themselves Aodaisho have cooperated with the Reserve, helping people enter it, and will continue to stay as mediators."

"Mr. Ao, who works as the leader of Aodaisho, has solemnly said that ‘they consider mediators to be the most crucial role. We’ll work hard so as to not disturb the residents of the Reserve.’¹⁴。"

— PR Tomoyo, July 2020 Issue; Ookami Sabaki et al.

"Whatever transformation it takes, there’s no value in attributing moderation to terrorists. They must be dealt with. That is the final solution, and the best policy to protect citizens from parathreats."

— "Inspector", Station-FE-392 PHYSICS Division Administrator, Global Occult Coalition Far East Division¹⁵¹⁶

Doubt

I have one question. Why don’t you call yourselves the Serpent’s Hand? — RovG.

I think they understand it’ll invite danger. Our power outside of the Library is not that great, if I’m being honest. — Z.

This is the first time I’ve had contact with a group that clearly speak of themselves as a branch of ours. Did the Serpent’s Nest recognize them?¹⁷ — Sif.

Why stick to activities in the real world, and not in the Library? Why throw yourself into danger when you're guaranteed access to a near-infinite source of knowledge? — Qax.

Many Hand members are entranced by the Library and the paranormal knowledge it weaves, but there are others who are not. I know it’s difficult to understand, but if the thoughts of these people bring forth a new book, I will be overjoyed; not destroyed. — O.U.

Those who try their best to contain Mysteries, like Jailers and Bookburners, are traitors of nature, will not be allowed down to their very existence. Don’t those who welcome their members also deserve vigilance and monitoring? — S.R.

Doubt births knowledge, but suspicion brings forth discord. One shouldn’t worry about such petty things. I’ve met the leader of Aodaisho and they’re an honest one. They should be worth your trust. — Jaya M.

The name’s amazing! — Flashlight.

When I learnt of this document, I didn’t know what to write. I think we’ve run out of words here. No additions or corrections are necessary. You all seem sincere, and I believe in you.
Aodaisho is a member of the Serpent’s Hand. If you need our assistance, then please, call our name. — AO

1. The Aodaisho is a species endemic to the Japanese Islands, a nonvenomous snake known for its gentle temperament. I think this is a good representation of their ideology. — Aries.

2. Not a fan of the term ‘differentiated’. Regardless of their thoughts, we’re still companions, no? — Eta.

3. I understand your concerns, but it is true that there is a gap between the beliefs of many in the Hand, and their actions. — R.K.R.

4. I’d like to raise doubt regarding this point. Is it not highly likely to be a consequence of the distinction, rather than a motive for it? It’s necessary to confirm whether these actions are deliberate or not. — Elyx.

5. So basically, they don’t use Ways? — Mole.

6. They’re in a difficult position, being in a spiritually singular and narrow location. I cannot help but feel sympathy for the sorcerers of this organization. — O.U.

7. It brings a bad taste to my mouth, but it’s a historical term. Regrettably so. — Sif.

8. It should be noted that at the time, the Wanderer’s Library had closed its doors to the Serpent’s Hand. By the time of rediscovery in ‘67, a great number of Hand members around the world had been killed, the Far East being one of the worst examples. — F.F.

9. Sounds fucking disgusting. Why are you writing this crap? — TD.

10. If there is another suitable way of writing this, then please, do let me know. I have attempted not to reference any individual group, but to include any organization that defines itself as such. — Geeds.

11. What’s this one? — V8.

12. Goddammit. Of all the people, it had to be that annoying snooper. — Sif.

13. That’s 1940 in Gregorian years. At this point in time, we hadn’t rediscovered the Library yet, the Jailers didn’t have the influence they have now, and the Bookburners didn’t even exist. — Elyx.

14. Yeah, seriousness is very good, but they should relax their shoulders once in a while. — J.7th.

15. Seriously, did you think there’d be any sort of constructive nuance to be had by putting these guys’ statements here? — Ein.

16. At the very least, it offers a warning of danger to avoid. Don’t let your guard down, especially outside the Library. — Geeds.

17. I’m not supporting their activities, but just to be clear, the Nest has never given any sort of control the activities of any Hands in any place. We are not a ‘nest’ in that regard. I hope you don’t get the wrong idea. — M.

First Words

Hey, you see this?

If you wish to, and can read this, then this is for you.

We are Aodaisho.

I’ll skip the preamble. You probably don’t yet understand our beliefs and the way that we are, and I am not going to teach you.

The world is flooded with strange, arrogant, absurd, dangerous, terrible, uncontrollable things. They are old and mysterious, and have been forgotten since long ago, or were born in the mud, covered in blood and lies and ill will, walking outside and waving their arms, sitting right next to you.

Many people don’t know that. Everyone thinks that they know everything about the things around them, about the world they find themselves in, having happy lives full of satisfaction due to it.

But that’s not your case. Now that you know something, you can’t go back. I have been driven out of the place I live in, and I cannot return to the ignorant world; can’t live a happy, satisfying life.

I was the same way. Some of us were too. The shitty reality I saw had me shivering in awe and fear, crouching as the rain hit me. I’m sure many people other than us and you continue to run today, not knowing why.

That’s why Aodaisho exists.

We cannot save you. I can’t even take on your hardships in your stead. The reality you must confront is that none other than you can deal with the threats that are trying to consume you.

All you can do for the Serpent slithering amidst the garden is to listen to its words. It’ll teach you where to find food and lodging. It’ll give everyone the knowledge on how to distinguish poisonous plants, where to find dangerous beasts, caves to avoid thunderbolts, how to start a fire, and start on your journey.

We lurk in the tall grass, for the sake of those who want to learn about the supernatural, for those who want to stand up to it, rather than to be overcome by overwhelming dread; rather than revere and worship it.

Aodaisho does not contain poison.

But if you want to grow out your fangs, we can help with that.

— AO
Sado Island, 2019

Register and Memorandum

"Ao"

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Initials: AO Race: Human Gender: Female Year of Birth: 1994 Duty: Leader12 Seal: Aodaisho coiled up, enclosed in octagon

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Ao, the leader of Aodaisho, is perhaps the person most distant from supernatural power — after risking her life to escape from her traditional birthplace, she was left alone and had to deal with her pursuers; her family, and the Bookburners. Following several emergencies, she was sheltered in the Library by her predecessor, who could not bear to watch her on the verge of death, and soon joined the Hand.

Her request to help on the other side rather than in the Library was seen as odd by many members of the Hand, but it was a worthy offer, which is why Aodaisho exists today. She is young, and lacks experience and pride, but she’s a leader possessing unshakeable ideals and profound kindness.³⁴

Cassius Christmas

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Initials: C.X. Race: Human Gender: Male Year of Birth: Unspecified Nickname: "Climax"5

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Contrary to his joke of a name,⁶ Cassius⁷ is an extremely serious person. During his stay at the Library, he was known as a businessman with a scholarly expertise in microcosms and closed dimensions.⁸

When Aodaisho was reorganized, Cassius was the first member; the only Hand from the Nest to voluntarily join Ao when she asked for supporters. His abundant knowledge and exceptional resourcefulness in organizational management has supported Aodaisho’s activities from the shadows.

Ōeyama Shirō

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Initials: Shr. Race: Divine Possession Gender: Female (Physical Body) Year of Birth: 1878 Seal: Mild Shadow of Chinese bellflower and butterfly

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Shirō was the heir of the Ōeyama family, one of the oldest of the Keepers, and after at least ten years as a research officer, she suddenly left at the start of the 20th century. The reason for this is quite complicated, so you might wanna ask her about it directly.⁹

Before joining the Serpent’s Hand,¹⁰¹¹ she moved from place to place, and fostered several connections that have become important contacts for us. Although she rarely leaves the base, she uses her knowledge in classical sorcery to negotiate with paranatural beings and analyze materials.

"Yuuki"

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Initials: U.K.N. Race: Human Gender: Female Year of Birth: 2000 Favorite dish: Anything that can be eaten, Nuppe-Soup Living beings I’m bad with: Jellyfish12

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Yuuki was an ordinary student, and lost everything when she came into contact with an electronic lifeform;¹³ all electronic data about her disappeared, including her family register and bank account, and with her place in the world gone she turned to Aodaisho.

Except for her high degree knowledge in general communications technology, calm judgement, and surprising obsession with food, Yuuki is not a peculiar person. Her rational and objective outlook brings great benefit to the delicate activities of Aodaisho.¹⁴¹⁵

"K"

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Initials: K.K. ^^;1617 Race: Human Gender: Male Year of Birth: 1986 Hobby: Anime appreciation and the like18 Seal: My child (Name yet to be decided)19

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Once a member of PAMWAC;²⁰²¹²² organization we refer to as the Dollmakers,²³ the handle name ‘K’ was one of its founding members. Multiple sources show that he left early due to conflicts with the organization’s policies.

The details of when K entered the Library are unclear. When he first entered, he spent a long time collecting unfinished sequels of Japanese literary series.²⁴ At some point, after a lengthy discussion with members of the Hand about ‘issues on voluntary consciousness and morality regarding marriage with Pygmalions, he was deemed a worthy member of the Hand. Currently, he’s in charge of logistics management for Aodaisho, becoming an expert in smuggling and black-market trade.

"Decker"

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Initials: Deck. Race: Human Gender: Male Year of Birth: 1987 Special skills: Driving, sharpshooting, non-toxic cooking25

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Decker’s father was an agent for the Jailers and part of the United States Forces Japan. After losing his father in an unrecorded incident, Decker fled to the mainland, and settled on the underworld, working as a freelance smuggler.

After being employed by Ao for his driving skills, he recently entered the Library, and became an admitted member of the Serpent’s Hand. Because of this, although he’s a veteran for Aodaisho, he’s a newcomer for the Hand. If you need a guard or a ride, you can rely on him.

Xiao

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Initials: Xiao Race: Conceptual intelligence Gender: Meaningless Year of Birth: 2020 Favorite number: 8 Seal: Japanese Rat SnakeAodaisho26

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Xiao is a conceptual intelligence known as Imaginanimal, and as a result of coming into contact with the general concept of our branch of the Serpent’s Hand, Aodaisho, they emerged into our world as a Japanese Rat SnakeAodaisho with both physical and metaphysical traits.

Following a devastating encounter, we gave them the name Xiao, and welcomed them as a member of Aodaisho. There is currently no role affixed to Xiao in Aodaisho,²⁷, although in many cases Xiao watches over our conversation from diagonally above this file, through their Aodaisho seal.

En

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Initials: R.円. Race: Earth Spirit Gender: Male28 Year of Birth: Unknown Writer I respect: Miyazawa Kenji

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R.円. — In a few words, his birthplace and origin are not known. As an intelligent spirit who looks like a human, he’s been jumping in between the Library and the real world for a long time. His ego has been unclear for long, so strictly speaking, he’s also fuzzy about his place in the universe.

It’s likely that he became a mediator for the Serpent’s Hand because he was free at the time. Or maybe he was inconveniencing Midnight because he’d get in all sorts of fights. Whatever the case, he’s a natural at sending documents on various topics to the Nest.

"Elder"

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Initials: E. Race: Unknown Gender: Male Year of Birth: Unknown History: Unknown Duty: None2930

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We know very little about the history of the previous generation, the senior, that ‘old guy’, or simply, ‘The Elder’. There’s probably only a couple of Hands left in the Library with more experience than him.

On the Japanese Archipelago, during the period after the 7th Occult War, most local forces were destroyed, and he became the most influential Hand known to the Nest. He started up the mutual aid organization known as Aodaisho, with him as its only member. Many new Hands were sent to the Library³¹ before Ao succeeded him. He has retired, and moved to the Library, but even now he’s a great leader and outstanding member of the Serpent’s Hand.

1. What’s with this notation?! — AO

2. Think it’s cuz they insist on hating being called “General” — U.K.N. (TL Note: ‘Aodaisho’ translates to ‘Blue General’)

3. Having this written about me is extremely embarrassing, and I don’t even know if my true feelings are those of kindness, but it makes me happy… Thank you. — AO

4. You saying that is why the writing’s like that, General. — Deck.

5. Who in this world would dare refer to this man by such a name? I find this impossible to believe. — Shr.

6. ”CX” for both first and last names? That’s a bit too much. — Deck.

7. You’re the only one who calls me this, En. — C.X.

8. This is a description with a very favorable interpretation. ‘A control freak with bureaucratic skin’ would be more accurate, which is not a very commendable evaluation considering how bureaucrats are seen by the card-holding members of the Library. — R.円.

9. It’s not something I have an issue talking about, but I do have a certain sense of shame. Don’t think I’d be telling you so easily. — Shr.

10. The Keeper were an organization similar to the Jailers, but were allowed to enter the Library, no? — R.円.

11. Who knows. But even if they were allowed to enter, I no longer consider myself a member of the Agency. — Shr.

12. I can eat them just fine, just so you all know. — U.K.N.

13. I don’t know what that things was, and I don’t wanna know either. There’s a lot of dangerous people lurking on the internet, and I mean that in every sense of the word. — U.K.N.

14. There’s many lessons to be learnt from past regrets. Watch your back, don’t lose your way, don’t run out of food, don’t get close to monsters… Though it’s not really all that practical. — U.K.N.

15. The last one is extremely difficult for us. For better or worse. — Shr.

16. It’s a parody of an old handle name, because I used to be a latchkey kid, and also because there used to be a trend where names would have many meanings, and I miss all of that… — K.K.

17. What in the world is the code this time? — Shr.

18. Although we said there’s no restraints to the contents of your description, that does not mean you can put anything you’d like. In addition to this, model making, reading, railroad traveling, touring, camping, and analog game collecting were listed, and omitted. — R.円.

19. You asked me to draw this to use as an SNS icon. You didn’t tell me you’d be using it for your Library card too. — U.K.N.

20. What does this stand for? — AO

21. "research Projects Agency for the Marriage With Anime Characters”. Well, despite having a name like this, not all members want to marry anime characters. There’s also games and idol otaku. — K.K.

22. Where did the ‘R’ go? — AO

23. Isn’t this too cool of a name for a bunch of nerds? — K.K.

24. Still can’t believe there’s a world where Guin Saga was truly finished. — K.K.

25. I don’t mind having your ingredients cooked, but please bring your ingredients and recipe one day in advance. Having to experience being handed a kilo of yōkai meat by a bunch of hungry teens once was already enough. — Deck.

26. It’s a tad uncomfy that I’m the only one with a self-portrait. — Xiao

27. I think they’d be an excellent spy or liaison. — Deck.

28. Strictly speaking, the race I’m part of has no concept of gender, but the first person who found me recognized me as male. Eventually, this became true. — R.円.

29. The old man has retired. We should let him lay low. — AO

30. You work your people hard like that, no? — E.

31. Many of them are great friends, although don’t forget that several are incompatible with one another. — R.円.

Collected Materials

Main Timeline

2019
Unknown Group of Interest Business Expansion and Collapse Event in Ōta Ward: First Investigation Report	I don’t like authorities one bit, but power is what you make with it. — Shr.
2020
Concealed Transport, from Busan to Tōno	Past ties restrain us whether we like it or not. In order to move forward, we must look back. — AO
Ōeyama Shirō Tells Her Story	Thar person really likes a lot of things. — R.円.
Dreamland in Iwate, Japan	This is a first and momentous step for the young people. — C.X.
How the Conceptual Serpent Came to Talk to You	Suspicious file and wild self-introduction. Maybe they’re not surprisingly evil… Still don’t trust them. — U.K.N.
2021
Dialogue: Tōno’s Warped Matsu	Can’t say for myself, but I’m not sure whether it’s a good thing or a bad thing for the General that so many parties tend to show up. — Shr.
Three Million Bamboo Spears Theory	It’s a double-edged sword that actively prevents territorial airspace control. — Deck.
2022
Pox Demon	It might sound like a joke, but there’s no guarantee you won’t get sick if you encounter a God of pestilence, and there’s nothing to do if you contract an illness not understood by modern medicine. — K.K.

Activity Records

Tales

Book Collection

• Pox Demon — by Migueludeom

Membership Guidelines

How to Join the Aodaisho

"Membership Guidelines",
"SH-JA Writing Guide",
"Supplementary Information",
Or just some superfluous info.

Conspectus

If you are reading this page, you might be interested in learning more about Aodaisho, and if you are interested in writing about them, reading the following will be of some help. — E.

Knowledge

Aodaisho is a young branch of the Serpent’s Hand, a group that shares the fundamental ideology of the main organization, but differs in the manner in which they practice their principles. At the time of writing, Aodaisho has 7 8 core members, 1 retired, ex-leader, and an unknown number of temporary members.

Traits: Aodaisho’s main feature is that they choose to be active in the real world, instead of inside the Wanderer’s Library. This is because of Ao’s belief, but is also a manifestation of their inexperience.

As represented in Ao’s statement in ”Dreamland in Iwate, Japan”, many of the people in Aodaisho accept the supernatural as it is, while also being in awe of it. Still inexperienced with the wisdom of the Library, they respect the Library, while also choosing to distance themselves from it.

Other differences are the following:

• The main goal of Aodaisho’s activities is the gradual expansion of the ideology of the Serpent’s Hand in the Japanese Archipelago.
  • Charity work and sharing of knowledge are placed as part of achieving their goals.
• Members of Aodaisho include temporary members not affiliated with the Serpent’s Hand.
  • Thus, members of Aodaisho and members of the Serpent’s Hand are not equal.
  • Temporary members solve their issues on their own, then rejoin the normal or the paranormal society.
• The core members of Aodaisho are generally non-belligerent, and don’t possess main fighting capabilities.
  • Lacking both ideologies and means, radical methods are avoided.

Nature: The underlying narrative of Aodaisho are the choices of young people who are aware of their inexperience, and their growth. The oldest people of the Aodaisho are less than 200 years old, and are not powerful magicians nor reality benders, only slightly better than normal people at dealing with challenges. Thus, the hardships they get into are realistic, and both gruesome tragedy and wild comedy are alien to them.

Their type of stories are juvenile, or rather, young adult stories. In this case, “adults” refers to the ones who chase after the Serpent’s Hands of the Library. Although they do not step into the mysteries of the supernatural as magnificently as they do, the just as flexible and energetic Serpents move forward day by day with new experiences in their bodies, being the first scenes of the Aodaisho.

Of course, sometimes terrible things suddenly come from the other side of the Veil. In such cases, how can a Serpent’s Hand who lives by the values of modern society behave? How will these young people who are so far removed from gunfire and screams, who gaze at magic and mysteries with awe, deal with pain and suffering? The story possibilities are very wide, and leave a lot of room for additions.

History & Associated Parties: Aodaisho is a young organization established recently, and most old connections are tied to individual members, not the organization. When there’s easy-to-understand backstories, like with Ao and IJAMEA, or Shirō and the Shūshū-in, their values are certainly influenced by these Groups of Interest. It’s necessary to examine whether the story revolves around the Aodaisho itself, or around individual members.

There is a place for any Group of Interest that exists in the modern day to be connected to Aodaisho. The Dinodon’s Hand, a neighboring Serpent’s Hand branch, is the closest organization to Aodaisho. A group of organizations have at least non-hostile relations with Aodaisho.

Pretty much the only exception is the GOC, particularly the Gogyō-Kessha. There is pretty much no chance of non-hostile contact with them, and if hostile contact is made, it’ll certainly lead to a one-sided massacre, leaving no option but to escape.

Approach: There’s not a lot to keep in mind when writing an article that features the Aodaisho. Feel free to depict their activities, using the content of this page and existing articles as references.

Unless set in a special timeline, or a setting with a clearly different worldview, Aodaisho stories are placed within a single timeline. Aodaisho is a Group of Interest, but their story is also a Series in nature, following their growth. Please note any inconsistencies in chronological order and information.

If you’ve written an Aodaisho article, please add them chronologically on the ‘Main Timeline’ section of the ‘Collected Materials’ tab, adding a comment from an Aodaisho member. If around 10 days pass without an addition being made, a member of the ‘Aodaisho Supporter’s Club’ will place an appropriate comment. Of course, the author themselves can change the message and replace it with an original comment if they so desire.

If you’re unsure of if your article falls within this category; that is, if your story is in a different timeline, or if it mentions the Aodaisho, but isn’t really part of ‘Aodaisho’s story’ due to how minor of a part they play, you might want to consult with the ‘Supporter’s Club’.

Other Details: The report document of the Aodaisho — That is, their GoI format — is the same as that of the format of the Serpent’s Hand. Its design is just like the tab you’re looking at right now. Please check the Serpent’s Hand Hub for details on how to write such a document.

Because their activities are based on real world’s Japan, and not the Library, their documents are mainly about investigations on anomalies within Japan (Something within Asia).

There’s little structural differences compared with a Serpent’s Hand format. If pressed, most of the comments made as footnotes are by Aodaisho members. That being said, the documents are eventually brought to the Wanderer’s Library, which means there’ll be many times in which readers other than the Aodaisho will comment on it.

To make sure the document is understood as an Aodaisho format, and to distinguish it from Serpent’s Hand formats, it’s recommended that the emblem of Aodaisho is placed at the top of the article, and that this page, the hub, is parented to it.

Doubt

This is not a canon. The contents on this page are not the absolute truth. The circumstances are always fluid, and depictions will need to be modified as needed.

There’s many stories in the Library, but they’re always corrected, added onto, or determined to be the product of misconceptions.

We hope this page will be helpful to you as reference for your activities. We look forwards to the new records of Aodaisho’s story. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. — I.M.