![]() This so-called State Shinto was eventually abolished under the Allied Occupation in 1946 but the historical links between Shinto and Japanese nationalism led to an ambivalent attitude towards Shinto not only at the popular level but also at the level of scientific research. After all, in 1868 Japan turned into a modern nation state and worship at Shinto shrines became a national cult. At the same time, Shinto is sometimes seen as nothing else than a nationalistic political ideology. As writers, you should hold yourselves responsible for what you put out, and refuse to have A Vision of Shadows end with this tripe.Shinto, literally the way of the kami (gods), is often regarded as Japan’s indigenous religion retaining archaic elements of animism and nature worship. ![]() Honestly, I actually prefer the wild and senseless bloodshed, because that at least was interesting. These books used to keep me on the edge of my seat, but clearly, diplomacy and talking about your problems with other clans are all the rage now. Having deathberries be the cure to some previously-unmentioned "infection" is stupid. Having all the leaders unanimously agree to bring back Sk圜lan after it starts raining is stupid. This book had no interesting plots, no compelling characters, not even rising and falling action! Having Tree as a mediator that can't mediate is stupid. The whole subplot with him wanting kits made my eyes roll, and I rolled them even harder when he did a complete 180° at the end and apologized for every mean thing he'd ever done, blah blah blah. And the way they excused Finleap's abusive behavior was disgusting. The Erins have given me no reason to care about anyone other than Alderheart, because Violetshine and Twigbranch are wishy-washy and impossible to get invested in. I skimmed the majority of it because I was bored. Everything is wrapped up nice and neat, and it's BORING. They're all rehashes of old, better characters, and their problems seem trite and boring. When Sk圜lan threatened to leave the forest, I didn't care. A Vision of Shadows blew it early, having Darktail die early on in the arc, therefore ending up with several books lacking any stakes. I have stayed on top of all the Warriors books ever written, and for the most part, they left me feeling moderately satisfied! But this one? No, this book was awful. Part two will be in.Omen of the Stars book one. Her words sounded reassuring, but Sunsetsplash just couldn't shake the feeling of fear the gripped her heart. " I'm sure it's nothing, we chased him off." " What?" Was it Dark Shadow?įlowerhaze's eyes glimmered with worry. Sunsetsplash jerked backward like she was struck. " We followed it, and we came across a rogue in our territory. " When me and Thistlepelt went hunting, we came across a scent." The tabby hesitated for a moment, and when she spoke, she sounded uncertain. " What is it, Flowerhaze?" Sunsetsplash asked. The pretty brown tabby took the black tom's place. ![]() Privately." Smokecloud nodded and padded ahead. " Excuse me," she said softly, tapping Smokecloud's shoulder with her nose. ![]() They were halfway to Fourtrees when Flowerhaze padded to her side. To her delight ( although she felt a little guilty about it ), Specklebranch and Splashtail both were staying in camp. They waited for what felt like moons, and then Sharpstar padded out of his den, rounded up the cats attending the Gathering, and they all padded out of camp. But at least a still have you." She pressed her flank against her mate's, grateful for his warmth and company. Sunsetsplash let out a mrrow of laughter. " Don't worry, they're both a bunch of furballs." Smokecloud purred. " Oh." Sunsetsplash hadn't realised that the thought of them was noticeable. It'll be okay." The smoky black tom meowed, rubbing his nose against her cheek. At least she still had Smokecloud, who was standing with her, his blue eyes bright in the gloom. Three days after her fight with both Specklebranch and Splashtail, and neither of them wanted to talk with her. The sun had set, and the full moon had begun its climb up the starry sky. Chapter Sixteen of Sunsetsplash's Destiny! Part one! ![]()
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