Kamui Star

City of Stars

Following the “Hazards,” the Kuriltai Siberian Federation emerged in northeastern Eurasia, holding off the former Communist bloc. It is a coalition of ethnic minorities scattered in northern Russia, Far East Asia, and Alaska. It was thought that each ethnic group would combine their inherited shamanism and build a society with a strong religious flavor, but instead the society is very closed and its internal conditions are not clear.

Kamui ST☆R (*) belongs to its Siberian Federation. It is used as a concession to receive refugees, for diplomacy with foreign envoys, or to obtain foreign currency, as opposed to the home country, which has an isolationist attitude. It was built at the base of the old Ishikari Bay, which was dried up by a “Hazard,” the shamans of the Kuril Islands claim “Kamui-Utari,” one of the great spirits of all things, built the city’s foundation with his great power.

(*) Kamui ST☆R
Kamui ST☆R is a common name that is beginning to be used by the public. Foreign countries and companies follow this name, but the people of Kuriltai call it “The Land of the Tent” in the language of their ethnic group.

Urban Conditions
The city, which has a mysterious pentagram-esque appearance, is divided into a central “Yamate” (*) district located in the inner pentagon, and a triangular “Hamate” district extending from each side of the pentagon. The five segments of the pentagram are separated by a huge barrier wall that completely separates each area.

(*) “Yamate”
The influx of companies coming in from abroad refer to the area as Central Penta as well.

Kamui Kushi-Sanke, where the open-minded “Song People” gather, and “Sisam-Sanke,” where refugees gather, are relatively open to immigrants and tourists.

Yamate is a commercial area that had attracted the capital of large corporations, and at one time was as prosperous as NOVA and M○●N. However, a supernatural phenomenon known as the “Fallen Naraku” had left a terrible mark, and the central area had been in ruins.

The management of Kamui ST☆R is entrusted to the “Song People,” one of the main ethnic groups in Kuriltai. The open-minded “Song People” holds a joint Congress with elected representatives in addition to the executive. However, the authority of the “Council of the Five Great Tribes” (*) is higher than the Congress, consisting of the chiefs of the Sun, Moon, Earth, Thunder, and Song tribes, which governs Kuriltai. The closed-minded Council of the Five Nations interferes with the Congress frequently, expressing its concern that the Promised Land guided by the great spirits is being undermined by civilization’s materialism.

(*) Council of the Five Great Tribes In recent years, in addition to the usual five ethnic groups, an organization called “White Wolf,” representing the wandering people, has joined the Council.

About Citizen Rank
There are no ranks of citizens in ST☆R, but customarily, they are treated as follows:

A: Vasara and Mayakashi from the Five Great Tribes and from Kuriltai.

B: ST☆R natives, Kuriltai residents other than those of the Five Great Tribes, Vasara and Mayakashi who had moved in from outside.

C: Foreigners, unrecognized immigrants, and Ayakashi.

Fallen Naraku
The existence of the “Naraku” of Kamui ST☆R is now beginning to be recognized worldwide. The large hole, said to be a “Gate” to the higher Astral World, is a type of supernatural phenomenon that is said to be the root of the increase in the number of Ayakashi in the world.

Ten years ago, a massive earthquake with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 had struck ST☆R. At that time, the Kuriltai National Memorial Park in the center of the city had caved in, creating an abyss called the “Naraku.” It is not known where this bottomless pit leads. The surrounding area of this hole has become a den of Ayakashi and they’ve become inaccessible to humans.

“Naraku” wasn’t just a subsidence from the beginning. There is a testimony that when the great hole’s maw was opened, a brilliant light rose. As if in response to said light, Ayakashi from across the world were rejuvenated. Near the source of this outbreak, a mysterious phenomenon was even recorded in which humans were transformed into Ayakashi.

This phenomenon, which remains a complete mystery to this day, is known as the “Naraku Fall” (*) and has become a topic of conversation among those who study the Astral.

“Fallen Naraku”
Some religious believers call it the “Holy Advent,” a phenomenon God caused to shift people to the next stage of life.

City of the Ayakashi
Due to the “Fallen Naraku,” the central Yamate area has become the domain of the Ayakashi. It has become a place where “Demon Lords” rule, and an extraterrestrial magical place called “Nightmare Street” has sprung up.

It is said there is one “Demon Lord” for each of the 12 Ayakashi bloodlines, and they organize their activities via the “Ministry of Demons.” A single Demon Lord is said to reign over the 12 Lords but whether it is true is uncertain. Under these Demon Lords, the ruling class of the demon minions forms the core of the Ayakashi society.

Due to the “Ministry of Demons,” ST☆R’s Ayakashi society became the largest and most controlled in the world. Even so, it is impossible for the Ayakashi society to be peaceful and harmless to humans. Outside their meetings, the Ayakashi bound together by their bloodlines had never stopped fighting each other. In addition, there were many Ayakashi who do not care about humans, and perpetrate incidents frequently in ST☆R.

Current Status of “Naraku”
The Council of the Five Great Tribes which governs Kuriltai, took the attitude of avoiding interference, claiming that the “Naraku Fall” was the wrath of the spirits. The corporate police, security firms, and local demon exorcism agencies had strengthened their Anti-Astral Forces (*) in an attempt to counter the Ayakashi. However, there was no end in sight to these heavy-handed measures.

Anti-Astral Forces
Founded with the investments of several companies, Night Blade is an example.

Meanwhile, the nomadic association, “White Wolves,” had embarked on a dialogue with the Ayakashi. The representative of the organization, Mikado Shinobu, went alone to the “Ministry of Demons” and made a pact with the “Demon Lord” and others, and as a result, the “Nightmare Street” was recognized as a special zone for Ayakashi. The company also negotiated a non-aggression pact with the outside world. This was officially passed by the City Council, and ST☆R began its journey to become a city of divine spirits where people and Ayakashi coexist in harmony.

ST☆R was on the path of recovery now that the threat of Ayakashi subsided. Having regained peace, it had become a strange city where Ayakashi and humans coexist. Some Ayakashi and some humans (*) had remained in contact, trading magical items and substances from “Naraku.” ST☆R was actively accepting immigrants via true religions and human rights groups. Attracting irregulars, and those who were persecuted in other cities, the city was becoming more and more vibrant.

Some Humans
Including criminal organizations. Babushka and Carlyle each have their own Ayakashi executives.

Overhead View of Kamui ST☆R


Center - Chuo Ward

North - Kamui Kushi-Sanke

East - Sisam-Sanke

West - Harukiso-Sanke

Southeast - Lorunso-Sanke

Southwest - Shin-Sanke

South - Ishikari River

TL Note about “Sanke”: It seems to be an Ainu word that means “to send down / cause to go down,” or “three colors.” It appears to refer to a type of Koi fish as well. Can’t think of an appropriate translation, so it’s staying as is.

Naraku
A large hole had opened up in the center of Kamui ST☆R. Many of the structures in the White Area had to be relocated. The public is not allowed to enter, and the surrounding area is patrolled by the local police’s Inu. However, the security situation is quite lax, so it is easy to break in.

The Naraku is a mortar-shaped terrain that slopes downward to the center, and is always dimly lit even during the day, due to its dense miasma and spirituality. The dwellings of Ayakashi are scattered throughout the rugged, barren wilderness, where neither metal nor minerals are found. Many of the Demon Lords who rule over the Ayakashi have castles somewhere in the Naraku, and from their thrones they devise schemes that transcend human knowledge.

There is a hole in the north that is said to lead to the deepest part, where a campsite called the Underworld Cave has been established. From there, research of Naraku takes place.

1: Central Naraku The center of Naraku is an endless abyss. Floating in its vicinity is a void castle, which is said to be where the Ministry of Demons convenes. The pilot of Naraku, Karon (? years old / ♂ / Ayakashi◎, Kaze ●, Kage), is said to have a docking place there.

2: Demon Lord Realm A residential area equivalent to the White Area of human society. At least 5 other Demon Lords have their castles here, including the Saint Angel Castle of the Devil Clan’s Demon Lord, Malak (? years old / ♂ / Ayakashi = Ayakashi ●◎, Highlander). Additionally, there are luxury clubs like “Night Gondo” and hotels such as “Byzantine.”

3: Void Avenue The slums of human society. A dangerous, spiritually unstable place, where a collection of negative thoughts run amok. There is the “Blood Spot,” a trade center where people kidnapped from the outside are sold as merchandise; the“Baobei,” which sells cursed items obtained from the depths of Naraku; and the “Floralia,” a flower shop run by Esther (26 years old / ♀ / Mistress ●◎, Highlander = Highlander), a mysterious girl who calms Ayakashi.

Administrative Central Penta West
4: Shin Tsuki Samu It is where the majority of the residents of Chuo Ward live. There are many stores where one can buy almost all their daily necessities. There are several temples and shrines, as well as the ST☆R mosque of the true religion, which attracts people from outside to visit.

5: Shopping Street Lane A huge shopping mall that stretches up to 9th Avenue, where retailers sell all kinds of merchandise. 1st to 6th Avenues offer general household goods, electronics, software, and so on. From 7th Avenue onwards near the Red Area, stores selling illegal goods, magical catalysts, and other dubious items may be found.

6: Susukino Susukino was built to resemble the former Sapporo entertainment district. Kawato-Rengou, Babushka, and Carlyle have entered the area. Some Ayakashi from “Naraku” also reside here. Although it is a Red Area, security is basically maintained by crime syndicates and demon clans.

7: Slum Slums are extremely dangerous places. Murders are committed over the slightest thing, and they are the target of looting. Especially after the “Naraku Fall,” some of the “Demon Lords” have been hiding in the slums, and the area has become part of “Nightmare Street.”

8: Forest Promenade Walking trail with a perilla-sanke gate leading to Hamate. It’s part of the New Ishikari Plain Protected Forest. There is only a promenade, and there has almost been no development. Part of the forest is a monster forest (Hiruko ●◎, Vasara, and Ayakashi) with a will. They show no mercy to those who harm the trees.

Administrative Region East
9: Factories of the many companies provide for the enormous consumption within Kamui ST☆R, and the many companies that have them.

10: Shin Hassamu The renowned Yamanote. An upscale residential area with calm streets and sophisticated residences. The area has been planned carefully not only in terms of appearance but also in terms of Feng Shui, making it a difficult place to live for Ayakashi with strong evil spirits.

11: Seijou University A university that is the pride of Kamui ST☆R. It attracts students not only from within Kuriltai, but also from other countries. Research in religious studies, folklore, parapsychology, and metaphysical biology flourishes here.

12: New City Hall of Chuo Ward Office for the administration of Chuo City. City council meetings are held here.

13: Sirius Foundation Headquarters Building The headquarters of the foundation that manages the assets of the “White Wolf.” Semi-annual meetings of the Five Great Tribes are held here in its rooftop banquet hall.

14: Chuo Ward Autonomous Police Agency Headquarters of the police organization in charge of maintaining security in the Chuo Ward. It is weak in Astral-related matters. The captain, Fujiwara Akihiko (55 years old / ♂ / Fate=Fate●, Inu◎), is called “Day Lantern.”

15: Night Blade Headquarters Headquarters of the Anti-Astral Police, Night Blade. Normal security activities are left to the autonomous police. Although the group is full of strong personalities, it is led by an iron discipline.

16: Chihaya - Landmark The ST☆R branch office of Chihaya, the largest building among foreign companies. It is also known as the Obelisk Tower. The company has a monopoly on the mining and distribution of Quartzite, a specialty of Kuriltai. The current branch manager is Hayakawa Takafumi (48 years old / ♂ / Fate●, Exec ◎, Chakra).

17: Lutetia - Head Office Lutetia’s corporate offices acquired by Terraware. The branch office manager is Patricia Nielsen (44 years old / ♀ / Tatara●, Exec◎, Neuro), who was sent from the Terraware headquarters.

18: KRK A well-known private security company. The company boasts some of ST☆R’s best Anti-Astral technology, and also develops its own magic items.

19: Info ST☆R A broadcasting station that covers ST☆R and its surroundings. It also broadcasts to the Astral World.

20: Martin General Hospital A general hospital that also handles spiritual lesions. The director, Ronald Huang (46 years old / ♂ / Tatara◎, Chakra, Mayakashi●), is a cheerful man, who is a half-Latino and a half-Oriental.

21: Kuriltai DX A mutual aid organization for Fates active in ST☆R. It has a business alliance with N.I.K. of N◎VA.

Kamui ST☆R Chuo Ward


1. Naraku Central

2. Demon Lord Realm

3. Void Avenue

4. Shin Tsuki Samu

5. Capital Shopping Street

6. Susukino

7. Slum

8. Forest Promenade

9. Industrial Zone

10. Shin Hassamu

11. Seijou University

12. New City Hall of Chuo Ward

13. Sirius Foundation Headquarters Building

14. Chuo Ward Autonomous Police

15. Night Blade Headquarters

16. Chihaya - Landmark

17. Lutetia - Head Office

18. KRK

19. Info ST☆R

20. Martin General Hospital

21. Kuriltai DX