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VALENTINE OF THE SHIELD HERO 3
December 30, 2014 December 30, 2014 / hell5atan / 14 Comments
I would like to thank the person who always help me with translation but not sure if its ok to post his name here but still thanks since English is not my native language please point out any grammar correction thank you
When I come back to the village from the dark side of this world.
"Nii-chan Nii-chan! Welcome back! (Kiel)
A kiel rushed at me the same time as I return to the village.
Recently, when I come back she always greeted me on her dog form.
While becoming a fateful dog.
Originally she looked at me like an abandon dog who can't trust anyone
And, while half amazed, I lightly pat Kiel's head.
"I'm home"(Naofumi)
"Welcome back, Naofumi-sama"(Rapthalia)
"I'm home. Rapthalia, where there any changes?"(Naofumi)
"In particular…… just–"(Rapthalia)
"Nii-chan Nii-chan!"(Kiel)
"Kiel, I'm talking to Rapthalia. Be quite a little, or chase a ball, even take care of your crepe tree"(Naofumi)
"Nii-chan Nii-chan! There are new flavors in the crepe fruits! There's Chocolate Dough flavor and Chocolate Sauce flavor!It's perfect for Valentines!"(Kiel)
Kiel say that as she completely ignored my words, and to show me the flavor of the crepe fruit.
The chocolate flavored crepe……feels like we rach that point.
"Yes, I was trying to report this to Naofumi-sama"(Rapthalia)
Oh, Rapthalia was also trying to report about the chocolate flavored crepe.
An event that you should really report, or such?
Because well a little change may also lead to problems, it is a necessary thing.
"Hmmn, it is Valentines day"(Naofumi)
I thought that it was possible because there were Christmas and New Years.
And recently, I also heard the story of more business in the neighborhood.
In the story that also slightly raise the price that we bought a lot from that guy, its the perfect season for business.
Accessory merchant, I was excited about the feeling whether that I did business beyond one's category
"Yes, there is. Everybody in the village and in the neighborhood are talking about it"
"There is the chocolate in this world?"(Naofumi)
Did it reproduce from a plant which is similar to a cacao?
Its like to have been spread by the past Heroes.
….Or other transmigrators.
Its annoying although somehow useful thanks to the efforts of those guys.
"Yes. I also examined the extent, if there are anything like chocolate that grows in a certain area, as for this time of the year its mostly deals with chocolate(Rapthalia)
"Heh…."(Naofumi)
The tree which chocolate grows on…..
Will it be the finished product?
I think I have heard this being talk about somewhere, I look at the tree the crepe tree and bread tree
I didn't hear who or where it was created it.
Surely I step on a mine.
That reminds me I have heard such a story.
While I was thinking whether it was cacao, I noticed slightly when I heard words named the chocolate farmhouse.
I sure have a bad feeling about this tree, will really bear fruit to chocolate.
I wonder if the crepe tree is said that there so called crepe farmers………
Honestly, It's pretty disgusting.
"With, valentines day at the villages what do want to say?"(Rapthalia)
"Nii-chan is good at understanding"(Kiel)
"Oh yeah, I learn it during the time at Christmas"(Naofumi)
Ahaha it was annoying but, it was not a bad feeling after seing that everyone was happy
"By, Valentines its no dout its an event where girls give to chocolate to the ones they like?(Naofumi)"
"Is there any other?"
….Can't say.
The fact is during this time I use to take advantage of magic event chocolate
There is friend chocolate.
Regardless of real world or the net.
I love whatever event it was! I.
"Melty-chan came over with a suggestion…….with it"(Rapthalia)
Melty is? To meet after a long time.
Or since Christmas? Well, I was sleeping.
"Suggestion?"(Naofuim)
"How about selling some chocolate during Firo's idol activities? Its idea she came up with, we talk about using the income to fund the reconstruction"(Rapthalia)
And, Melty came over along with Firo in her human form.
So it was. Melty is busy with the idol industry and diplomacy with other countries and Firo is busy singing and dancing.
Currently, Firo has the largest income in the village.
Mainly with Firo's idol activity we will have good sales.
There is a crystal tool similar to the video crystal that can play music called voice crystal.
Well, there is a tool that being sold that can record this like a gramophone and expensive but this cheaper.
"Hn~? Chocolate, it's sooo gooood~"(Firo)
With chocolate sauce stickily stuck on her cheeks, Firo greedily devoured the crepes. But still, can't she do something about that pronunciation?
"Handmade chocolate made by Firo-chan with her name"(Melty)
"Firo is to make homemade chocolate"(Naofumi)
I think Firo would be a cuisine eating specialty rather than the making it kind.
In the first place i have never seen her cook anything.
The life of a store man, even if i make it.
Once you have it and eat it yourself.
"Is there……that's right. However, it is not necessarily need to prove that Fro made it ib particular?"(Melty)
"Indeed, it is so but"(Naofumi)
Melty, in one way or another, you're also black.
As for the fans, Valentine from an idol they would actually want something made by the person themselves.
Reality might be such a thing.
"I think it would become a good revenue if Naofumi and the children here produced and sold them."(Melty)
"That isn't a bad idea. Besides, it looks like I was planning on doing a Valentines event anyway." (Naofumi)
"Right, right, so with that, can I ask you to do it? (melty)
"Yeah yeah, I got it. So? How are we going to process the chocolate?" (naofumi)
"I was thinking of leaving that to the country's cooks but, can Naofumi do it?"(Melty)
"Nii-chan. Let me taste it first"(Kiel)
"I can do that ~….. Kiel, because the idea of the chocolate crepe is already good, you wanna jin, in the idol activities"(Naofumi)
"Yes Yes Yes Yes!?"(Kiel)
I'm surprised that Kiel almost dropped the crepe.
Don't drop it then go crazy again. Ren isn't here after all.(TN:Refer to chapter 218)
"Why are you surprised? Its a good opportunity. I will it you stop wearing a dress if you beat Firo in sales"(Naofumi)
"It, it is so"(Kiel)
Kiel still don't like people to see her as a woman…… I forced her to wear a maid outfit and a dress with frills.
Though she takes it off in her dog form.
"Results from peddling is very good. The idol debut is not bad too"
"I, I hate you Nii-chan! I, I can't sing a song in from of so many people!
With kind eyes, I put a hand on Kiel's shoulder while laughing in my heart, with the same eye I said.
"Okay Kiel. The idol industry is not to hear you sing, but to show everyone your appearance in singing and dancing, It is work to sell a right to be in the place where the figure can be seen"(Naofumi)
"I feel like the knowledge your teahing is very wrong!"Rthalia)
Although Rapthalia hit me with a tsukomi, would not be wrong.
The song is good or bad it doesn't matter.
"So, huh? I feel like its different when I see Firo-chan?(Kiel)
"Hn~? Thant right?"(Naofumi)
"Firo is…..different. Idol who can sing costs money, she's that kind of idol. All idols aren't the same like Firo. Besides…… It would be boring if its just Firo"(Naofumi)
"Boo~!"(Firo)
"What's that Naofumi! Please correct me!"(Melty)
Firo and Melty mad an objection……….At least idol that I know have disappeared from the industry After 10 years.
The guy who survive as an actress utmost is sublime.
Well, that guy has raw talent.
Not just Firo even Kiel, I can't make a profit when I don't make money while I can make money
Because Kiel it seems to be simply popular.
The kind of visitor is different too, its not that I can't do without.
Or rather, how can you hand over the position of rival.
That place is Motoyasu's three little……… I suffered from Firo related.
Singing and dancing in the form of a rival, because it is three people, individual personality appears, but can't overcome a genuine article.
So it's subtle when compared to Firo.
And yet Motoyasu gains profit, why should I when its not my profit.
….. Well the reason is Motoyasu pours all the profit into Firo.
Well when you consider Motoyasu's sin.
Lets get back to Kiel's idea.
This guy also looks good in mens clothes. When wearing womans dress there is a fresh filling.
So dress as man….. It might go well like Takarazuka Operetta Troupe. (TN: I'm not sure if this it http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takarazuka_Revue)
"For the time being……With being a cross-dressing beauty as an exception, want to wear men's clothing?" (naofumi)
"Being ordered to by Nii-chan kind of feels degusting." (kiel)
"What, you don't want to wear them? I think wearing a fundoshi is a bit." (Naofumi)
"That's not what I mean! Even though I'll look like a man, it feels like nothing will change!"(Kiel)
Is that so.
Being sexless and being a man are different.
Although I'm not into making dress, apparently It looks like there are also many layers of interest to subculture in this world.
"Wait Naofumi! Hurry and correct yourself!" (melty)
"If you want me to, you should leave some results. Producer and Sound Manager, Her Majesty the Queen Melty. If Firo continues in the idol business after ten years, then I'll correct myself." (naofumi)
"Just you watch!"(Melty)
Well, surely in the end it will be called "Amazing" that's right.
Firo and Melty are in good terms as usual.
Sometimes it seems that with Melty are singing together.
In this case, the idol has no problem with Melty
But, there's a big problem with Melty.
Melty is currently her Majesty the Queen of Melromark which became the worlds major power.
Because of the queens position, there are trouble that are missed currently in the idol industry.
Could be seen as less worthy to be Queen of the world.
"For now let's get Imya to make an attire for Kiel first"
…..It seems like the Dressmaker would know some details about this area.
In a fujoshi-like sense.
"Oh Oh Oh…….. Until Kiel-kun fell prey to Naofumi-sama plan"(Rapthalia)
I groan at Rapthalia's worries.
I don't know. This is also for the development of the vilage, and the sake of the world.
Besides……. It's already something like suffering from a poisonous fang.
If only it could be tame like a dog.
"Uhh…. I hate singing and dancing"(Kiel)
"Okay Kile"(Naofumi)
"What?"(Kiel)
"In your case, rather than calling it singing and dancing, it feels more like your doing a play. For the choreography I'll rely on some guys who know about this, as I said you should go with the rhythm as you sell thing during peddling"(Naofumi)
"Is that so Nii-chan?(Kiel)
"Oh"(Naofumi)
"Then I'll, do my best"(Kiel)
And Kiel begin to wag her tail, showing her motivation.
To easy.
"By the way Nii-chan. What about the chocolate"
Kiel together with Rapthalia stares at me.
Rather Melty and the Villagers are looking at me.
Do you intend to still continue the talk.
"I want to know how make a delicious homemade chocolate"
……. So that what you came for.
Oh dear, though it regarding dessert, I haven't thought the method on cooking delicious chocolate either.
Because it Valentines, the girls of the village will be motivated….. that means.
That reminds me…….there are a lot of friend who want friend chocolate every year.
I wonder if those guys are happy?
VALENTINES OF THE SHIELD HERO CHAPTER 2
December 1, 2014 December 23, 2014 / hell5atan / 32 Comments
SIDE STORY: VALENTINE OF THE SHIELD HERO 2
" fufufufufu, then next…. Is me "
The accessory merchant stands up and ask me.
So, Why do you sound like a villain.
Though the boss is me thrust might be a rough.
You would do what it seem to be the same kind as me.
" The accessory designed by the Hero of the shield are showing signs of popularity. By incorporating jinx, and creating stylish shape it was easy to spread by words of the tounge "
Using Calmira Island reference, partnering with my accessory business, has spawned various jinx.
A business prayer for example would be, in coordination with the Chivalrous thieves guild, if you hang that accessory on the carriage, you won't meet with thieves. Jinx like that are made.
However, when you add guilty couscous to business the effect would be ineffective.
Even sly things like this gets pretty profitable.
Surprisingly people, cherish something like this.
Guys like me usually do not believe in God or visit the shrine on new year's day, first of all I only participated in the Festival to buy a lucky charm.
The determined effective time of the jinx is one month, I was attacked a few times for my new design.
By making this Jinx, many of the merchants likes to come and buy this accessories.
And investigating the background of the merchants who bought it, the Chivalrous Thief Guild then moves into action.
Coming from a merchant such as myself, to examine and give such judgement.
In the first place in business you don't willingly speak of such thing during the time of purchase.
Although I'm a terrible villain, what about the Accessory merchant?
This shed rumors of the dark guild, that I control all the neighbourhood.
" In making new accessories what kind of ore is used? Low quality ones that are in limited areas is most ideal "
And, I choose a limited ore that is worth next to nothing quarried right in my territory to be use in making accessories.
Only accessories that have jinx can be priced cheap, its the trick to making money.
This alchemy. Though the meaning is different.
It is the dark side of the jinx.
And then, the report of the accessory merchant ended.
" Is that the end of it "
" Hero of the Shield. Yes "
Then the slave dealer raised his hands.
" What is it? Wasn't your report already over? "
" Yes. I forgot that there was a request from Zeltbru. Yes "
" With what? "
" It is concerning about the Firo Real that are being raise in Hero's territory "
Now, they are holding a vibrant Firo Real race In Zeltbru.
The special Filorials that were raised in my territory had overwhelmingly surpassed the existing famous wings and were overtaking them.
Tamers and gamblers sometimes come to meet with me, I have ask Motoysau to be around.
Well half is like cheating. Also no one can imitate.
So I have no Idea.
" The results of the Firo Real that was raised by the Hero are too good, we might have to separate the race in different categories and an examination will be held "
" I wonder "
No normal Firo Real are a suitable match against the mutation called Firo Real King and Queen that I raised.
It can also transform to look like a normal Firo Real. Not like theres an examination.
And winning races is easy, its inevitable it can't be help.
" Rather, it would be better to put it in a separate category "
" If its from the Hero, then your words would be followed. Yes "
" It can't be helped. Besides, it going to create more buzz than a normal Firo Real race and everyone will be excited quickly. I'll allow it if you give me a share over here "
" Thank you! Once, my clan get together, we would like to give our thanks to the Hero of the Shield "
All of the slave merchants clan!?
I remember how the two uncles look exactly alike!
That means the whole clan management, the meeting of look alike might starts to gather around me!
" Your, your clan is also busy. I, would feel bad about it "
" Its a pity. Yes "
And well, the meeting proceeded without any problems.
" ….. "
During the meeting the Chivalrous Thief was listening with a discontented look.
As I feel like the force has gone missing from my shoulders eventually the slave dealer and accessory merchant left. (TL: I need help on a better translation)
"Whats the matter?
"No, apart from,"
"I see?"
That reminds me I wonder if the name of this guy is the cost?
It was kinda Rowdy? I don't remember much.
Previously, I have been calling his name the Chivalrous Thief, because the impression is in relation to the name.
"Well, I'm good it's nothing I"
Words were muttered to me as the chivalrous thief murmuringly open his mouth.
"Not such a reason……"
"N?"
"I also think this chivalrous thief guild has become big ……"
"Oh, if you say so."
The past when a wave hadn't occurs…… phoenix game that is older than six months.
Just half a year at least.
In such a short period of time, I think that it is something that has become big.
As result during the time when the the world was in conflict, it suddenly became huge now that its peaceful it is an important organization.
"I too was getting anxious to become …… And rapidly increase in leaps and bounds."
"I'm now, in a position to serve a friend, to do well as a boss …… I need to remove his anxiety"
Hmm …… This I think I can understand.
Before the wave I did prepare for anything except remove anxiety.
Even if I think I made the best use of the situation its not all intact, sacrifices are made.
Much like the position of the hero who saved the world.
People praise me, and cast words of thanks.
It's not only this world. Much like the world of glass.
Everyone is the same, as the hero who saved the world everyone comes over to us with strong appreciation and expectations.
The times to color the earth with blood at long last were over.
And because I ended such dark times, it cannot be helped.
It isn't a bad feeling to be relied upon, but the pressure is also correspondingly heavy.
At the same time, this guy's feelings can be seen.
At this point its better to get along, even I have anxieties.
I was originally just a college student. Although somehow force to become the Hero of the Shield, from this time its not just voilence.
Although I relied on the power of the shield until now, it no longer needed.
If that happens only with the title of hero who saved the world, that a colledge student can also do accordingly.
Receiving the title of Duke during the time remaining in this world, also held land in accordance with the title.
When you control a big land, obligation to protect the people who live there come out naturally.
Confronting monster head on, I'm the hero of the shield that protects peoples back.
As the position and power grows, also at the same time the responsibility increase.
Becoming rich you also become awful, and eat lots of delicious things, make a harem.
Talk about how simple it is, but at least the case about me, lot of troublesome responsibility follows it.
The thing should have uneasiness.
But, that's why I can also give advice.
"Don't you show or tell your subordinates about your troubles?. There are a lot of guys here who are willing to takes over your anxiety"
"My ears hurt degojaro"
Shadow who sent out the slave dealer and accessories merchant joins in the conversation.
What? Does shadow also understood the darkness of the country?
"Since the poor people hide in the Chivalrous Thief guild, the action of subordinates is monitored one by one degojaro. The other day we also got rid of the person who has failed in an attempt to orchestrate the plan to become the boss degojaro"
"…… Oh"
There are alway gonna fools who aims for the top this here is the law of the jungle.
Oh well its kinda funny.
"Well, Letting those stupid guys who are resisting should attack me directly with my wagon . Disposal would be easy."
This one that is yearning for the chivalrous thief is probing a dangerous bridge and admiring it. That identity is a dangerous opponent and connect to the underground……Even if they were to think that, they probably won't confirm it. Even for confirming it, here we have a shadow with high hiding and sensing ability so it's closer to impossible. At the level a mere thief, it's difficult.
And now, the lvl of the Chivalrous Thief is raise to 150.
When people are in danger they fought to reach lvl 40 to release the class up to protect themselves from the waves.
This means that 100 is the very limit the public is currently accustomed.
Of course now the Hourglass of the Dragon era was returned to the administrative state because of it you cannot easily class up.
Although temporary, not anyone can do this thieves together also have over 40 talented professionals.
But, I allowed this Chivalrous Thief to break pass the lvl limit.
Lvl reset is made to punish others.
Horribly strong boss with his subordinates
In fact, combat sense aside, I push the limit to have a high Lvl as possible.
"I know that. Its just…… I'm scared"
"Probably not uncommon you were slaves hunting just one year ago? You can try to make rules for such things, or explore and control the dark guild, so it is not too large. What If you lose.!"
"I'll just physically shut you up"
You think now we can do it.
For example, if the dark guild sent assassins to us for being a dangerous element, all the Heroes in Zeltbul get onboard and threaten that they'd crush the dark guild itself.
After all, to negotiate a minimum of force is required.
As such justice without force is powerless.
I will not be struggling if war disappear just by talking it out.
The times without war, there was a dispute Even contemporary Japan who was my original.
The economic war, is a nasty war that does not exist where the dead are not visible.
Even After all this, establishing things like a large country inconveniences and tariffs, limits are made, and, for argument's sake, if the tariffs aren't made understood, it would probably become a physical war.
"I!?"
"Anyway, me panic Na, it is arranged to follow me if something happens. While You're the boss here, also my subordinate of the hero of the shield. I'll protect you if you do that you do just fine."
"is that so …… I see"
While to say that, the face of the Gentleman thief is quite gloomy.
"…… Or maybe, Was original thief business is more carefree?"
To my question Chivalrous thief nods.
"Just using it was easy. If something happened, it was fine if you ran away. Thinking only about yourself, you would pursue your own pleasures. Days of just that, I miss them sometimes."
"Do you want to come back? No, do you want to get a honest job? "
If that is true, I'll also have to think about dismissing them. In the age from now on, if we appoint them respectable jobs, living won't be particularly difficult. If the person himself doesn't want to do it from the bottom of their heart, making them do it isn't a good thing. Well, in cases like that, I just bribed them by letting them eat some Katsudon. However, the chivalrous thief just shook his head while keeping a troubled face.
"No, it is but there are thing I robbed, its …… and be grateful to handing out to troubled people, happy. Work itself is not a bad"
I think it will be a challenge for this guy?
Although I think, that it will be a big pressure.
"The family left behind in the countryside …… though I think its a good thing …… maybe, but this is a bad thing. but, it is also a good thing. But I think you understand, that its worth doing. "
"It is because I Chivalrous thief. Its a guy doing good things by using bad thing such as the chivalrous thief"
There may not be a person to correct the good deeds.
Those that are rotten to the core are the ones that slip through the rules and bad things after all.
…… Is it me? I don't know.
That's why chivalrous thieves judge villains that even the public can't judge and save the weak. Our situation is a bit different but, it's the truth that we also have guys that have been saved by that.
Even so, bad things are bad things. That truth doesn't change.
But, if this guy's worries aren't wiped away, even we'll be troubled.
Let's see. I guess we should stimulate the pleasure of those that are moving behind the scenes.
"Even if you understand it, although the world is saved there are still villains. even if ten years has pass one hundred has has pass or even a thousand years has pass………. it will continue as long as there are people"
"Even there are many people like you who have a hard time getting something to eat and became bandits, but there some people who will continue even if they have enough food, clothing and shelter"
"Among guys like that, there are also guys mixed in that even we heroes that saved the world can't do anything about."
This is a fact.
Because I do a bad things I can judge it, it is quite difficult.
If one wrong step it could be the beginning of a dictatorship.
Then the advanced of the future is going to be in dystopia.(TN: this is dystopia http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dystopia)
"Such the world of parasite, It is only you that I can judge a hopeless person"
"I, only?"
Anyone can do that you don't even have to be a Hero to have honor.
It would be another kind of pleasure.
"That's right. Those that judge villains that can only cross their arms and watch, even if they're heroes, are chivalrous thieves, that's you."
There might not be any consolation to this degree.
"Well, hang in there. unless you make a serious blunder."
"Oh, oh!"
It seemed to me, that the Face of Chivalrous thief is getting better than before.
Well, It will be such a thing.
Now, you can either go back to the village.
Gentleman thief opened his mouth and believe such.
"Hero of the Shield sama, reminds me -"
RUNE TROOPERS CHAPTER 3 RECONNAISSANCE TROOPS
November 28, 2014 / hell5atan / 7 Comments
For the record I'm going to focus on the Valentines of the Shield Hero for now I'll continue Rune Troopers as well but I really need to finish that Valentines.
Chapter 3 reconnaissance troops
From the Imperial city of the castle town 〝 say road 〟 of the United Kingdom of the Southern Sea Marisa, with the capital as a marine trade city prospering as a castle town, it is possible for both to be viewed as the capital where it has an orderly vigor and be able to be called a national symbol.
The coastline line of the capital was drawn in a large crescent-shaped, both sides has been cape. In the lower cape is a lighthouse, and the Imperial Castle is in higher cape.
Rarona's Garrison troops were in the foot of the opposite shore to the lighthouse overlooking the Imperial castle.
The tip of the Cape, slipping into the place where it has been roughly maintained as runway, to run to the quarters.
In the room that serve as a simple work room, A young woman with rich green long hair was sitting.
Her name is Karuda.
"What is it? woman warrior Rarona"(TN: it actually says kneaded warrior)
Rarona apologize for the impoliteness, with one knee on the floor and hung her head.
"Please excuse sudden rudeness! But there is something that I must report as soon as possible"
Karuda gently removed the monicle glasses that had been put in her right eye.
Pair of almond eyes look at Rarona.
"…… All right. Briefly"
Rarona raise her cheerfully face, kept talking on what oneself experienced at noon by fast talking.
A major incident in itself that something emerges from the sea of the mermaid, what came out is a huge castle-like iron ships.
Numbering of five ships, unknown nationality.
"No way, the Firuborugu empire?"
Like a noble of Marisa she did not speak of the arrogant name " Inheritance" of the enemy.
"Well, …… As far as I have seen it is not the case"
Slightly awkward, Rarona answered.
(Maybe, Its a ship that came from another world)
Such a ridiculous thought came up.
"From the top ……, Even what little news I am ordered to be raise to the castle"
Karuda then up from the chair, looked at the sun that is going sinking from the window to the other side of the sea.
"And the ship made of the iron, foreigners of unknown nationality…… but that doesn't matter now, I must first uniform her Majesty"
Karuda stroked by hand the spear that was placed in the corner of the room.
The premonition of battle, is certainly might be on her mind.
"Ready woman warrior. Today, I hear an ultimatum has arrived in our country."
Rarona is, did not want to hear the following word and block her ear. But, as soldiers, it had to be heard.
Gulp, with sound of dry throat.
Superior, said in a calm voice.
"Firuborugu Empire, declared war against our country"
Kuze, was passed casually a file to company commander.
Kuze first of all, I could not understand what information being listed there mean?
In the provision item, because there was a large amount of live ammunition.
"…… This, at a time like this a massive live ammunition training?"
Kuze had involuntarily asked so.
"In, So why …… this kind of armed"
"Because combat mobilization"
It is natural, she took a glance behind Kuze and say.
"Practice?"
The dawn overnight, the morning sun was rising.
Anti-submarine patrol helicopter SH-60K Sea Hawk is a carrier-based aircraft of Aegis destroyers "Ibuki" had finish departure preparation.
There, similarly the man who wore a white uniforms went aboard
To see them off, was Kaburaki.
"One platoon were selected from GSDF as escort"
Kato in the wind that stir up the helicopter, laughed while tighten the chin strap so that identification hat will not fly of.
"Wait, please don't act recklessly?"
He gave thumbs up.
(Different world, and such is …)
Honestly, his thoughts were still skeptical .
"I asked ……"
"Please understand. Whole thing."
Uncommon to Kato salute with seriousness, closed the side door.
When Kaburaki started to leave the flight deck, helicopter began to depart into the sky.
To protect the MSDF helicopter ridden by Kato, camouflage helicopter of the Ground Self-Defence Force of three aircraft that departed from the transport ship are merged. This is where the GSDF were deployed, UH-60JA Black Hawk.
On board of Black Hawk, GSDF personnel on board huddled together shoulder to shoulder, still I attentively listened to the story of the commander.
"Pay attention, our mission is reconnaissance from the sky, and, in the event of the situation escort of MSDF executive riding on that white helicopter"
RUNE TROOPERS CHAPTER 2 ARGENTAVIS
November 26, 2014 November 27, 2014 / hell5atan / 11 Comments
I really need to get my ass motivated to finish the translation on the Valentine of the Shield Hero Chapter II alright any corrections or mistranslation feel free to comment on the comment section that is all.
Chapter 2 Argentavis
*Byou* Cutting through the wind, she liked the feeling of flying.
The goggles over one's eyes, widespread and seem to be sucked in by the blue ocean.
Rarona combed her hair up to make it as if it were hot, circulating blood.
It is the hair which either hang on the shoulder though it is a woman, although considered to be trivial, she liked this functional hairstyle in its own way.
To start, walking with only light armour, mostly to serve as typical courtesy for unit identification. A short breastplate with the coat of arms representing the "Flight Light Armour Warrior Troupe" spear and dagger crossed together to silhouette of a bir with brilliant.
Wearing olive colored well-worn shorts, with a dagger for hand-to-hand combat is hanging on the waist. She manipulated the reins full of fighting spirit. Nevertheless she only just turned 15 years of age, the movement well was well experienced.
Riding of the, "bird" is a given.
Even though the bird, of course it is not an ordinary bird. Is a huge species on par with dragons if only the blade length.
Argentavis.
Appearance is similar to the falcon, it is also equipped to some extent intelligence worthy of its appearance.
"Yeah. That's right"
Rarona laugh with a kakka.
She understood to a certain extent when it was called a gigantic bird.
When she see the horizon, the sea area where the fog hung approached.
"In a little more ……" mermaid sea "or"
I flew considerably, she murmured.
This place is always covered in fog, waters had spread that never settles.
"Large inheritance war" It is at the end of the sea where the inhabiting people settled that have escaped from the time of war.
Her mission now was the patrol of territorial waters.
For being relatively close from the other side of Ruruie continent across the sea, it's an areas of military importance where enemy invasion is a concern.
Firuborugu Inheritance Empire.
It has carve carved the name of the inheritance to it own country in order to emphasize that it is the heir of the world.
Rarona was still monitoring the direction of the opposite shore.
It's originally Purominia territory, but now it has fallen into the hands of the inheritance empire.
She has a good eye. It is essential for physical condition to ride the Giant Bird, but had by far the most outstanding. Who originally grew up in the mountains.
"N …?"
I feel a presence incidentally in the sea of mermaid whom I excluded from the warning area.
Her animal like intuition always being right barely, had herself believe it.
Rarona is allowed tension to the body, sharpening her senses.
And, she noticed "Presence" that.
"Do not, … !? It's what do!?"
"Wh, What is…..! What is that!?"
Rarona for "object" that appeared under her eyes, cannot find the words to be described.
Of gray, something huge.
"Any, anyway, I need to collect the information."
She desperately strive for calm judgment.
Their mission's to patrol. If there is an abnormality must be examined as detailed as possible it is a top priority.
"Number of five ships, color gray, if you are angular overall, do not see the appearance of people."
She tried to gain a better view of the object can be elaborate with the eye.
"Tail! Get a little more close!"
She turned with her buddy, and attempting to fly down the altitude interval of the object.
The cries of the bird slowly went away.
"Its gone ……"
Kato was looking through the binoculars in the bridge of Aegis destroyers "Ibuki" was muttered.
However, Only Kato is a difference with the other executive officers to say that an unbelievable thing happened with one consent, trying desperately for any conclusions about the current situation.
"Anybody, do you copy?"
Wearing a gray life jacket and iron cap as well as a member of other Marine Self Defence Force, Kabuki dressed in dark blue working clothes, stood quietly next to get off the commander's seat.
Young, against the inaccessible person who understands oneself prone to become a foreign presence Kaburaki, Kato also had high confidence.
Yeah, I brightly answer with a.
Kato confirms that there isn't a person making an objection and lets out a breath.
"If you feel you have passed through the fog, it is that bird."
I ask in detail in the communication officer of the status of the current communications and radar "Ibuki".
"Even thought the fog has cleared, still I cannot intercept any radio waves?"
"Not a failure?"
"I have also checked three times, there is no fault in the equipment itself."
"Satellite position observation system also, It is unusable …… response from an artificial satellite is lost?"
The Communication officer affirmed the silence.
"Such a thing impossible on earth."
It was a question that everyone felt most strongly.
Kato continued.
"Do you know what that of quantum mechanics" multidimensional interpretation "?"
"No, I …… What's it?"
Kaburaki answered in the manner in which it was a little surprised at the unfamiliar words.
Kato with crossed arm, began described as teachers make a index finger with one hand.
"Lieutenant Colonel Kato, and I do not know at all What on earth are you talking about"
One of the executives interrupted and started to jeer. However, Kato advance the story without paying any mind to it.
Then, to derived little earlier, the conclusion.
"In other words, If my hypothesis is correct …… we are lost to the world."
Overlooking the executives who sat in a row, made his resolution and declares.
"Vice versa, that is now, wandered in" parallel world "is more of my fleet!"
RUNE TROOPERS CHAPTER 1 DISPATCH FLEET SAILED
For those who are asking about the Valentine special chapter 2 its 60% complete but I got bored so until I get in the mood to translate it I'm gonna be playing around with Rune troopers the light novel is being translated in Baka-tsuki but stuck as a teaser so I decided to do the web novel instead here the link for the light novel you may also read the prolonged and some detailed parts there http://baka-tsuki.org/project/index.php?title=Rune_Troopers
Chapter 1 Dispatch Fleet Sailed
In the cloudy sky, the weather seems to gloomy
Below, are the shouting reporter from TV stations.
" The troops to sail this time, Maritime Self-Defence Force state-of-the-art Aegis guarded by one ship transport ship and supply ship, is a fleet consisting of a total of five ships"
He …… Kuze Akira while wearing camouflage and patrol cap was little at eaves, from the position on top of the deck in the high transport ship, was looking if there are any known faces in the family and officials who came to see them off.
In somewhat there, it is he is sincerely likely to become 24 years old this year, speaking a good-nature look on his face, similar to the cloudy sky.
Though young, an officer's insignia was shown at his collar, a cherry blossom and a bar. Three steps below a major, or in other armies a second lieutenant.
The young officer was looking for the lover who had separated from him several days ago.
"Are you crying, platoon leader Kuze?"
Standing next to him the new young subordinate, who could only be described as looking very young, asked that. "Ichinose" was embroidered on the breast pocket of his camouflage uniform.
"I'm not crying"
"Liar, you are crying. It seems she's not here?"
After he let out a sign and smiled wryly, Kuze put on a serious look like a commander and looked at the people on the wharf.
Zama! The me now…… (TL: I'm completely lost)
As the rain continued to pour down on the deck of the transport warship, Kuze was fed up with himself.
Aegis.
Called the Aegis system, is equipped with a high-performance radar and computer, oversees the various armed, the world's most powerful air defence destroyers capable of performing the system air defence for radar capture and intercept a hundred or more target at the same time.
That the Maritime Self-Defence Force Aegis destroyer "Ibuki" the ship had begun lunch at the same time as the announcement of the "start meal delivery". Full amount of waste water about ten thousand tons, because it is a large ship and even in the world to reach the full length one hundred seventy meters, number of occupants often.
"Commander present, Attention!"
One of the officers raised his voice, the officers seated down the length of the long table straightened their posture together.
Then, straight a man came into the officer room, sit down on the seat of honor.
Rear Admiral Kaburaki Norio, commander of the UN peacekeeping forces dispatched fleet.
It wasn't very meaningful to continue the formal regulations for long periods he thought.
"Same as usual Commander Kaburagi."
One of the men spoke up, with a cool sounding voice in the officer room.
Sit close to the seat, is the chief staff of the fleet command, second in command Commander Kato Shuji laughed.
"Because I'm the commander I say its good"
The grinning face of Kaburagi was filled with energy like a boy.
Kaburaki didn't mind the thoughts of those surrounding him as he lifted curry to his mouth.
"The typhoon of occurrence yesterday According to the report from the weather team it deviated from the route."
"Hou, thats good. Any others?"
"Say, this is unrelated. Oh, its about a weird dream I saw yesterday"
"Dream …?"
"Yeah. I do not remember well but…… there was a girl that have wings growing on her back, … Bleeding."
Around him executives who are startled turn their eyes to me.
"Ahaha~tsu. I'm sorry, It is not a story that should be told during a meal."
But, Kaburaki was not able to flow with it.
"That's strange."
"I'm also saw the same. Dream a of girl with wings being sacrificed ……"
"Yeah! Ho, Is it true?"
"Commander, are you not just tired?"
To the senior officers who heard the bizarre story look to one another, and one of the Medical Officer interjected.
"You're right, because I it was a painful schedule until now after all……"
"Ibuki" applied the length of the Voyage.
What is meant by their words, It was about time spend on this current fleet.
This fleet was organized, and assigned with a mission.
It was a story before six months from now.
Due to the conflict in the country with Africa a United Nations facility has been hit by terrorism in quick succession, it was decided to actively dispatch troops of the UN peacekeeper led by the U.S. and Britain, But the number is not. And leading to a support request to the countries with the US. It was Japan.
Maritime Self-Defence Force in addition to this state-of-the-art Aegis destroyers
"Ibuki", 19500t grade class helicopter equipped destroyer, has been out pulling up largelarge supply ship as a support ship.
"Commander Kaburaki and I'll I'm rather dangerous signal when you see normally. The medical treatment group had better pay attention." (TN: anyone has a better translation
「蕪木司令や 僕が普通に見えたらむしろ危険信号だよ。医療班は注意してね」)
"Alright let"
Kato two adjuvants answer To At-kerakan.
While Kaburaki thought with a wry smile, this just is carried the spoon to Navy curry of tradition that is not accustomed to hate.
…… Girl with wings growing on her back.
And, she is why, had the feeling they were looking for something.
…… So, desperate for something.
When two or more person see the same dream, we don't know what will happen. It was natural, but felt uneasy to him for some reason. Sailor's intuiton.
"So it …… it's you guys ……"
A girl's voice is heard.
In somewhat there, he looked up startled.
When Kaburaki see the line of sight of earlier, there stood a girl wearing a Usuginu.(TN: this what I got when I search usuginu http://www.google.com/images?q=Usuginu&client=ms-opera-mini-android&channel=new&gws_rd=cr&hl=en&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ei=DChzVKSgO8eagwTh_oKACA&ved=0CBgQsAQ)
"Na!?"(TN: any better word fr this 「なっ!?」)
On the long table, is a senior our middle facing.
Or am I dreaming! ?
Cold sweat started to run down his back.
"Oh, hey!? How did you enter into this ship Who are you stuck! How do I!?"
"Please calm down commander!"
Although being restraint by one of his subordinates, Kaburaki does not move while staring at the face of the girl.
"Where, you are …!"
The memory that lied in the deep place is reminded him. So, he had seen that of her only yesterday.
In a dream.
The Suu, and she opened the eyes.
"'I will only entrust to you guys."
"Entrust? What the heck?"
Only in this situation, the Kato that seem to have become calm, was captured by the gentle eyes of the girl.
And then, the girl uttered with lonely voice before seriously look at Kato.
"I'm sorry ……"
"Oh, oi!?"
The girl then start to hum a song grumbling To some strange melody.
Suddenly light start to gather at her feet a pale green, dyed her pure white skin.
Kato next to Kaburaki stared at the shiny things in her feet.
"Magic …?"
"What are you doing! Stop it!"
One of the young executives went up to the table and try to stop the girl. It was only one unarmed girl, and probably thought could be stop.
"This looks bad!?"
It was at that time.
Yurari distorted space of officers room.
Like darkness, such as tar, and overflowing from her A pattern that has been carved
into the whole body, and erode quickly officer room eroding the white tablecloth.
"Oh my God Oh!?"
"Had the, … Evacuation, Yamero~oー!?"
Such unexpected rarely darkness as if he had the intention, went swallowed the fleeing executive officers.
"U ……"
While lying on his back, Kuze was awaken.
"Ha!?"
Oh, that creepy black unneune is!( TN: I can't find anything about unneune)
Overflowing from the Aegis destroyer "Ibuki" that the existence of that mystery he remembered immediately.
…… Did I faint.
"Ugh, what the hell was that ……"
I wonder if that person we saw was just our hallucination.
Anyway, back to the ship we must confirm the safety of the crew. I say were suddenly surrounded by this thick fog, its very unusual.
Somehow, I stand up.
And it was when he tried directing to hatch that follows the foot to the ship in a hurry. He heard a Melody in his ears along the fog.
Who would be singing here, we should be in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
He hands the binoculars that had been prepared for overlooking the vast deck.
"U …… Sodaro … !?"(TN: I have no idea what this is)
Several shadow of persons Can be seen from the reef.
"Kuze Sanjo! So you were here!"
Then was the voice of women behind was heard.
If you turn around, it was a young woman who stood there.
Specifically late twenties in age, but wearing the same camouflage of GSDF as Ichinose.
"Itai company commander!?"
As soon see her appearance, he was screaming his name.
Itai Kaori first class Rikujo.
Is a captain in his belongs to company.
As soon admit the figure, Kuze was rushed to be played to her original.
"Ho, reports!"
"Wh, what was of …?"
To unprecedented forms of Kuze, she also had wincing.
"There is it now, in this ship starboard, a flock of" mermaid "!"
I point at the direction in desperate Form.
"…… calm down Kuze Sanjo. Did you hurt your head?"
"What you are confused from shock when you fainted. Okay, lets go to the infirmary. You can walk by yourself?"
"U, It isn't a lie!"
"Yeah, Yeah. Will here of the information while were going to the infirmary."
"Please wait a minute! I'm really Okay!"
"Yeah, I know. Now, lets get back to the ship."
Is chunky To grabbed the arm, it will be dragged to be taken away.
Eventually disappears appearance of two people from the deck, silence dominated the ocean again.
In somewhat there, next to the wake, there was what you make Chapun, and a faint sound.
No one noticed that the number of young girls face.
At their end, not knowing of their destination the transport ship progressed aimlessly.
Their tails and fins, was dancing in the wake caused by the screw of the ship.
Side Story: The Valentine of the Shield Hero
November 13, 2014 December 23, 2014 / hell5atan / 34 Comments
Side Story: The Valentine of the Shield Hero 1 Authors Note: The title says Valentines, but the story still hasn't progress to Valentines as of this moment. A month has passed since Christmas. Soon after it became February… Is it fine? It doesn't matter. It's now February..By the way, the New Years was very noisy.On New Years I went to visit the Shinto Shrine near the Church, but still to even have New Years in this world. Why a Shrine? isn't it supposed to be a church?As I thought, apparently the previous Heroes spread the tradition of visiting a Shrine instead of a church on New Years. it seems to be the custom. In addition I gave out New Years gift to the Villagers at the New Years Party, They complained when I handed them money without putting them in a pouch(TL: I don't know how to praise this don't they give New Years money not gift in Japan someone please correct me) Speaking of Japanese tradition, it reminds me of Glass, who always wore a kimono. That person would definitely suit the New Years atmosphere,……. but she's not here.I have completely forgotten about her, she went missing after the world was saved. She doesn't seems to be dead but I wonder what she is doing at this time. By the way I'm currently in disguise while heading to the hideout of the Chivalrous thief. 'This way degojaru' I gave instructions to shadow to deliver a message to the Chivalrous thief…… has it already been months?The Chivalrous thief along with some former thief are currently expanding their hideout with some steady results. At first he was my slave who improved through class up, thanks to the growth correction he became famous for his strength and power in other countries. He then started gathering the scattered thief and bandits and made a thief guild in this hideout, he made it his policy to only robbed corrupt merchants. TThe money that was collected was then given to support the needy. (TN: this reminds me of robin hood)As much as much as possible he didn't attack carriages that are under my jurisdiction, and after that he became famous as the Chivalrous thief.Once everyone has gathered, I then receive a report from shadow. The Chivalrous thief who became famous is bounded to me and he act based on my instructions. Its been a long time since we last saw each other I wonder what kind of face he'll make.Today we will have a meeting of the Dark Guild inside the Chivalrous thief hideout.By the way about Raftalia and the other slave.Well… I kinda scold them for being noisy. The hideout was built in the corner of an underground waterway of a certain town.Its appears that my party is a little hesitant to enter because of the appearance and bad smell.The guards starts to glare at us as soon as we got near the hideout. `Password?' `Katsudon' …..What! That password? Every time, I think that this method is the Chivalrous thief way of harassing me. Oh well, if it's only this degree of harassment then it can't be helped. " Tsk! Enter " After clicking his tongue, the guard gave us permission to enter the hideout. As we enter I put on my robe so as not to reveal my face.The atmosphere in the Chivalrous Thief Guild became heavy……. it doesn't feel good.The thief's who works as Chivalrous Chief start making a commotion as soon as we enter the bar. Shadow continue to guides us closer to the counter of the bar, and orders. " Milk shake " The master of the bar stare at us then asked. " How sweet? " Highest degojaro " With shadows reply, the master of the bar while sighing opens the way to the back of the counter.Can't you do anything about that password?How sweet do you want you Milkshake, and you answered highest. If its sweet it should be condense milk. Me and shadow went inside to the back of the bar.From there was a long hallway, and thus we begin walking towards the inner hideout.This is to troublesome, is it that important to be this vigilant.It seems that the entrance is for the lower ranking member, and along the back is where you may find the higher ranking members of the organization. We arrive at a luxurious room at the innermost part.The thief that I knew as the boss of the Chivalrous thief guild, along with the slave dealer and accessory merchant was sitting there waiting for me.While I carefully check around my surroundings I took of my robe. 'This is the Hero of the shield. Yes' " fufufu. It seems that your in good health " " It has been a long time hasn't it Hero of the shield " Everyone lightly greeted me.Today is the regular meeting with the dark guild. " After a long time of not seeing each other, how have you guys been. " " I'm fine. Yes. " " That talk is meaningless for a merchant. fufufufu. " " Oh. I have achieved my aimed amount by robbing noble and merchant " I sit down while listening to a familiar conversation, and hearing everyone condition.While Shadow was straining his ears at the entrance of the room.It is to make sure that no one eavesdrop in our conversation, they are former thief's after all. " Lets begin today meeting. Yes. " The slave dealer raised his hand, then he start to give his report Even thought this guys do dark business they still helped in saving the world, even if they are wearing dark masks.In order to help Melty we must take the initiative, in a world that is still in confusion and disorder to stop countries from fighting and have them discus in negotiating table. In the first place even Melromark has its dark side of using demi-humans as slaves. Although currently it has alleviated slightly, but it was custom that is deep-rooted in this country. It is to say that even thought the world became at peace, but that doesn't mean that slavery would be gone.Suddenly abolishing slavery and everyone becoming equal what happy story.It wouldn't change that easily the desire for an easy to handle labor force is to great.Let alone the world is still in comfusion, in the other world the one that wins the war often start marauding and plundering. Its a phenomena that you can easily imagine. Since I defeated that Goddess, while indulging in the feeling of victory, A few days later reports came regarding a group of marauders looting and plundering.There's a limit in naively thinking that anything goes so long as you win.Its very suspicious to view this guys to actually be decent when they can't even fight fare. " According to the investigation of the dark guild Zerutoburu started performing slave hunting. " The slave dealer begin to explain to me while holding the documents with one hand.Particularly I don't intend to abolish the slave system itself.There are even guys who become slaves due to other circumstance like poverty. Loosing ones freedom, rather than being killed in cold blood is still a better possibility.There is only a few number of people who view this negatively.This is closely tied to money, where the poor people are no diferent from slave doing hard labor. Come to think of it even in modern Japan there are guys who work hard without getting the proper compensation like slave.I want to improved as a person, but even if I become an excellent person there are still a lot of hopeless people in the world.I don't think that will change, even if the world was saved. " In conclusion they tend to expand their number of slaves, but the potential for runaways also increase. " " Hmmn " The description of this and that barely scratched story of the slave dealer. The world of glass was considerably messed up by the Goddess.Apparently there are countries that are recognize and some that lost the war around the world.And barbarians as well.To acquire additional resource. groups started to perform slave hunting with the minds of a frontier. The first on the list is Sildfreeden and the former state of Faubrey. ( TN: I don't know what state is that)After Launching a war against Melromark and the allied nations and being defeated, it was ordered to pay an enormous reparations.for invading other countries, they must take responsibility.It is sad that they were proclaiming that it was for freedom, equality and justice. After all, people tend to missused the meaning of freedom.You have the rights to start a war, but you don't have the rights to abandon your responsibility when you lose.To selfishly use the word freedom and not take responsibility for it. (TN: reminds me of Itsuki attitude) Because it didn't become public, Melty can't do anything.by using good smoke screen they were able to silent potential complaint.From Melty's standpoint, things that should be paid must be paid. The world is now at peace, that is it became a little more decent.To me this world is still rotten, it wouldn't change that easily.Since the other party is acting behind the scene, we will also do the same.Anyway, its the worlds problem when the defeated countries star slave hunting and plundering other countries in order to recover their economy. " And what about you? " Then I ask the accessory merchant to give his report. " It something similar, it seems that art, antique and memorabilia are in circulation in the black market. " " It is quite deplorable. " Winners are right. Losers are always in the wrong.I mean is kicking them while their down, its naive to think that they won't start grabbing anything with value from the losing sides.But its also rare to hear story about thise kinds of people. " Even if the art is similar appraising it is quit difficult, so the price does not go up. " " I see. " So at t present the world civilization is considerably similar to glass.I wonder about the difference between East and West, there seem to be a country similar to Japan in the east. World of glass and Japanese tend to be.I wonder if that is to say elves and dwarves are wearing kimono?Oh, do I lose if I mind it? There are many other races too.The rare racial slave trade will be prosperous in this sense. …… It seems that there also those kinds in the world.Guys who like to collect.However the purpose if to collect and gather demons and demi-human and not to kill.The problem is when they die.A collector just might use taxerdermy and stuffed them.I correct the talk, and shift to collect foreign articles, or it seems to explode in rise in price, and …… is scary. " Hey, do you understand? I glared at the cause, the thieves from the chivalrous thief.The chivalrous thief overwhelmed by the silence swallowed and nodded. " Oh I think there is something like that when we seize and attack an underground auction at Zerutoburu." That's fine, as much as possible the goods that are likely to be collected becomes overpriced. I'm feel the risk to take the hit and say things. At worst we could use the hero. " I let Rishia and three others to go and protect the first in the list against theft and slave hunting from the world of glass.It is a certain meaning, plain evil.The plunder is only evil to sympathize with you that there may be a reason for a partnership. We should ask for the reason when we catch him.It is difficult to say that as much as possible to catch them without killing them.If you have too conspicuous predatory behavior, and performs an inspection a hero can openly judge it. " At the moment its stopped for now, but I don't know what will happen. " The air became heave after the Chivalrous thief's word. Everyone isn't as resign to let the hero stop it its quite depressing.Light glisten in the darkness,, or to say it stimulates the otakus mind, but its not so good to be bothered by it. " So for the time being, I plan to emphasize on security to get everything under control of the situation. While cooperating with the underworld organization at Zerutoburu. " " what do you want me to do? "" First to create a rule in the dark for the shameful act of slave-hunting, but it will be difficult. " There are also rules in the underworld.The person who breaks this rule will be labeled as the lowest in the underworld.Then they would need to jump the hurdle to perform the crime. Well, its also quite difficult to make this rule.It is a situation to even paralyzed someone from the dark guild regarding racial treatment.It is so the hero should keep a close watch on the state of the slave hunting, it is to the extend that the danger is dark guild itself.If I make it so to introduce the rules to the underworld, in order to cross that dangerous bridge. Profitable it might be, but the risk is too big.That's why even the dark Guild is punishable.In order to reduce the burden, we would have to use the assassination squad.I don't want any failures. To compromise we will have to put the hero of the bow and Risha in the area. " Do you think the hero will understand and act in advance., Yes. " That's a good point knowing about the slave dealer is terrible thing. " We will carry on with the business even if the Hero-sama is against it. Yes. " " Well that's about it, I'm not to abolish slavery itself. The problem is the act of forcibly making slave by slave hunting." When you do such a thing, it becomes a racial crucible that is possible to be tied by neck and hang that is a famous story kn country in my world.Is what I say, but een slaves are human too.Well, to be specific demi-humans are not lump together as human but a race. " Oh it seems the hero aim is to abolish it, but from the standpoint of the hero of the shield is different. ""In my position it is unlikely. If someone want to do an anti slavery movement let him do it. But it's not now. " The first place I being hero of the shield who once uses slave until now, have no right to start an anti slave movement.I never intended to that from the beginning. " All I can say is, the time has cone to move according to words of the hero. Yes. " Well, if you say so.I who am the hero who save this world from the darkness.Put black and white together, and white becomes black.When I do something bad, it does not reach the ears of the public. It better no be the possibility of cross cultural exchange to the obstacle.Conflict might happen in the world after, but it is what we should do now that happy people do in many times. Well it feels contradictory when I say to abolish slavery, but a compromise is necessary.Its impossible to make everyone happy.Therefore I act in order to at least make some people happy. It is the obligation of the heroes who remained on this world. Billboard that stands heavier than you would think.Easy to use and comfortable around people but there is catch.The position of the person who called hero is required characteristics of a hero.Therefore I am out of character, but should do it like a hero.Because I receive a lot of benefits, I can't complain. Although its kinda troublesome in many ways. " Well, Please continue with your report. " Afterwards we continued to talk about elaborate measure.The accessory merchant reported on areas that are dangerous to step into and the knee that can bring the most profit.This guy notice the condition of the neighborhood and made a list of dangerous goods from the accessory merchants acquaintance.The story of slave hunting and plundering were discus considerably.
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RUNE TROOPERS FAN TRANSLATION


The first song that New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde, a.k.a. Ella Yelich-O'Connor, ever wrote was inspired by Larry Clark's 1995 dark coming-of-age movie Kids. "I've always written. I wrote short stories until I was about 13 and then messed around with songwriting until I got a bit better," Yelich-O'Connor, told MTV News "[My first song] was called 'Dope Ghost.' I had just watched that Larry Clark movie Kids and I thought it was rad. I think it was poking fun at this girl in my year who was kind of going off the rails."


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How COVID-19 Changed Our Lives: a Report From Beijing
by Liu Jian
On January 18, after attending a meeting in Hangzhou, I planned to return to my home in Beijing. At that time, the Spring Festival in China was approaching. Although I had started buying tickets one week in advance, I still did not get a high-speed train ticket from Hangzhou to Beijing so I had to go from Hangzhou to Shanghai and wait for several hours before changing to a later train to return to Beijing.
There are high-speed trains between Beijing and Hangzhou and Shanghai every five to ten minutes. Even so, it can't meet people's travel needs during the Spring Festival. High-speed railway stations and airports in all major cities were overcrowded and at security checkpoints, people lined up in long queues.
China's transportation sector is doing its best to ensure the world's largest population's mobility and transport needs. Everyone was looking forward to the long holiday in the New Year and the reunion with their families.
There and then, nobody knew that after four days all this would change completely. Like no one expected that the whole world would change fundamentally in a couple of months.
The whole country was beaming with joy and peace.
The TV news stations were constantly showing people's happy programs in preparation for the New Year holiday. A flash of news that reported a few cases of new pneumonia in Wuhan wouldn't have attracted much attention.
So, people continue their preparations for the New Year.
Suddenly, however, a group of experts who have visited Wuhan appears on the TV program my family and I usually see and they suggest that people should not go to Wuhan if they could avoid it and that people in Wuhan should not go out at all.
Things are now getting quite serious and reports follow with rapidly increasing numbers of patients.
On January 23, the government suddenly announced the closure of Wuhan, a megacity with a population of 11 million. The next day, it was announced that all public transportation in the city would be stopped, private cars would be banned, and everyone would stay at home.
On January 24, on Chinese New Year's Eve, medical staff in some provinces outside Hubei were suddenly notified that they must stop their routine work, pack their luggage within an hour and assemble for their travel to Wuhan. It's now a huge medical rescue operation.
At this point, everyone is shrouded in anxiety.
At 8 pm, the most important TV program of the year, the New Year's Gala, is performed as usual and broadcast live across the country. My family still sit around the TV and watch the New Year performances and celebrations. But we feel increasingly uneasy.
We keep updating news apps on our mobile phones to understand better the situation. A few hours later, the first medical teams from other provinces arrive in Wuhan.
Next, we learn that other parts of the country are also beginning to experience new cases of the virus; restrictions on travel are getting stricter.
My family originally planned to go to Hunan province which is 1300 kilometres away from Beijing to visit my parents during the new year.
But we finally recognise that the situation is such that we must cancel that trip. The next thing that happens is that the government calls on all the country's citizens to live in isolation for two weeks. And if and when they have to go out to buy daily necessities, they must wear masks.
Over the next few days, the reports tell of ever-increasing numbers of new cases. The death rate was also soaring. The feeling of fear and anxiety is now manifest, going up and down with the reports we hear and see.
It all goes very fast…
At the same time, the country is moving quickly. One medical team after the other gathers in Wuhan from all over the country. Within ten days, two hospitals have sprung up and dozens of temporary hospitals are being built.
Seeing all this, our anxiety begins to ease and our confidence increases. I pull out a book on ancient Chinese philosophy from the shelf, intending to force myself to calm down, read it and turn my thoughts on something else but this catastrophe. I had tried to get into this book several times before but every time I had given up because it was too difficult for me. Was this the right good opportunity?
The week-long New Year holiday passed quickly, and the government decided to extend the holiday nationwide and postpone the opening date of all the schools.
My children cheered when they heard the news, but I had to think about how to deal with this unexpected situation.
Everyone is now looking for creative new solutions. How do you operate when you and your family is suddenly isolated physically in your home without any prior planning?
The demand for online office work and online education suddenly explodes and – predictably – some websites as well as many companies collapse.
The situation gradually improves after a week or two. We are learning to live with this as the new normal. My elder daughter faces her college entrance examination in her final year of high school. Her school had quickly begun to organize online teaching. Teachers and children tried their best to adapt to the new way of teaching and learning.
On social media, the learning of new skills has become popular, and people's ability to adapt to new situations is beyond imagination – so impressive.
Eventually, the good news was that there were fewer and fewer new cases in Wuhan; more and more people were cured and discharged from hospitals. Temporary hospitals were gradually emptied and closed one by one.
Epidemic prevention and control measures are still being strictly implemented, masks are worn in public places, and special personnel deployed at all open buildings are equipped to check the body temperature of people entering.
It is predicted and expected that this will be our new 'normal' life for quite some time to come.
The epidemic situation in China is now basically over but – sadly, indeed – the virus has begun to spread to many other parts of the world. The number of infected and diseased are growing.
A heavy haze is now covering our global village. I believe it is just the beginning of a great change, and no one knows exactly what the world will look like during and after COVID-19.
The word "crisis" in Chinese includes the words "crisis" and "opportunity", which means that out of a crisis new opportunities can also emerge.
We must hope that we shall all learn something constructive from the Corona pandemic and that a new and better world will emerge after it.
Liu Jian is Co-Founder and Board Member of Ichi Foundation. She lives in Beijing.
This article first appeared on TFF.

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Sarah Kucharski
Background: Interview of architect who designed a home Article shot its Winter 2017 campaign in.
A dreamy Pacific Northwest beach rental
AN ARCHITECT-DESIGNED GETAWAY
When the words "outdoor shower" and "surfboard storage" appeared in this vacation rental's description, we knew we'd found a gem. From the moment we set foot into what could only be described as a surfers' paradise, it was clear we'd found the right spot to shoot our Summer Lookbook.
The rental is a mere three minute walk from the nearby beach — making romantic walks at sunset or lugging a surfboard to catch a wave equally convenient. Recessed amongst lush trees, the cabin looks like it was always meant to be there, despite its ultimately modern appearance.
Susan Scott — one half of award-winning Vancouver-based Scott & Scott Architects — said this is no coincidence.
Since establishing Scott & Scott with her husband David, the pair have integrated a strong consideration for the local environment into their designs.
"Our intention was for this house to settle into the landscape naturally," she says. "We wanted to embrace the forest and nature and try to blend into it instead of standing out from it."
The exterior of the 2,700 sq. ft. property is made from locally-sourced cedar shakes. According to Susan, this is to lend a more rustic, varied appearance to the cabin than shingles.
Inside, wall finishings and floors made from British Columbian Douglas fir plywood provide a warm, welcoming space for guests.
Susan, David, and their two daughters live in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighborhood. Their family home also operates as Scott and Scott's head office.
A lifelong Pacific Northwesterner, Susan describes properties in the area as "distinct from anywhere else."
She observes, "Mainly in the way that wood is used in the designs and I think we try our best to incorporate it thoughtfully and in unexpected ways."
USING REAL MATERIALS
Susan describes that a typical out-of-the-box spec house would emulate those natural materials, but avoid the real thing out of fear that they will warp or change in time.
"Our approach is to allow those materials to age and experience the weather, and appreciate that transformation over time. Often, materials go through an 'undesirable' teenage experience — but the beauty often comes out after that. I think it's that transition time that a lot of people are uncomfortable with," she says.
A prime example being marble, which Susan says she's been advised to stay away from due to its fickle, porous nature and tendency to stain and weather.
"Who wants to be perfect forever, anyway?" she jokes. "We love seeing that aging process because it creates a story in the material from a party where wine spilled — it's life in the material."
A key design feature — and Susan's personal favorite — is the home's covered outdoor area.
"That space was critical," she says. "In Tofino, it rains so much so we wanted to create a space where you could flow indoors and outdoors. It's where you can just experience the weather and watch the rain, but be cozy."
Susan experienced the home's indoor-outdoor space as intended when construction completed in December 2016,
"Coming into that space, the kids were just all roasting marshmallows … That was exactly what we had envisioned for that space. It was so funny to stay in a house that we had designed and see all the things that we had thought of, actually being used in the way we wanted them to be."
CREATING THE DREAM VACATION
The home was also Scott and Scott's first stab at designing a rental property, which proved to be an exciting challenge.
"It really changed how we approached the design of the place," says Susan.
The home values its outdoor and communal spaces above all for large groups to experience together. Surfing enthusiasts, for instance, can come in from the beach and easily store their board, wash off the salt spray in one of two outdoor showers, and then warm up by the fire — without having to step foot inside the house. For those who hate sweeping up half the beach on your floors — which is to say, everyone — this is a welcome design choice.
ALL IN THE DETAILS
Other thoughtful design features throughout the home make the property even more functional.
For instance, a breezeway — located on the other side of a concrete fireplace — creates an acoustic buffer between the home's living and sleeping spaces. Outside, a hot tub is a delightful surprise to stumble upon at the end of a meandering rainforest walkway.
Susan feels the demand for architecturally designed vacation rentals is a sign of travellers wanting a more unique, authentic experience
"More people are willing to invest in design and want something a little bit different," she says. "With the popularity of AirBnB, photos really matter. Having a well-designed home gives you an immediate leg up."
Unsurprisingly, photographing the home for our Summer Lookbook was a dream.
"I loved seeing the way you guys took the photos," says Susan. "It was like seeing someone else's vision coming to life without any preconceived views. It's interesting how changing out furniture can really change a space."
Feature appeared online via Article's company blog Articulate August 10, 2017.


Let It All Hang Out This Holiday Season – "Good Enough IS the New Perfect"!
Let it all hang out this holiday season!
Is the mere thought of the upcoming holidays making you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, guilty and quite frankly stressed the hell out? Does the idea of escaping it all and landing in a remote island appeal to you?
In a world jammed with cutesy DIY projects, photos of gift wrap themes and scrumptious recipes that are posted all over the internet it's no wonder our holiday To Do lists have gotten out of control!
Professional organizers, Grace Brooke and Jennifer Ford Berry are known for their tough love approach to simplifying, organizing and being more productive in less amount of time.
Turn off the HGTV channel and hide your Martha Stewart subscription until January. Design your own holiday experience without the pressures of the media.
Stop complaining about what still needs to be done and start being grateful for all of your blessings and accomplishments.
Sit down as a family to discuss the things you want to do during the holidays and more importantly the things you don't want to do. You may include: movies you want to see, old traditions, new traditions, places to visit etc. Write up a list and post it where your family can be reminded of it daily.
Give them the gift of an experience, a memory that they will enjoy and cherish forever. It can be anything from gift certificates to memberships to services for your home.
Do you notice how everyone is trying to come up with the designer holiday card (you know…the one that is professionally shot, where the family is in coordinating outfits, the hair is perfect and everyone is full of holiday cheer). A snap shot from last summer's vacation is good enough! (The NEW perfect).
This holiday season pass on the sit down dinner and plan a fun, simple cocktail party with appetizers. Make it more about getting together and less about weeks of preparation. Good food and good company is what it's all about.
Keep it simple. For example: recycling your kids' artwork to add a personal touch to your gift wrapping. (And this is a great way to get rid of more crap).
Make clean up and storage a snap by using popcorn, berries, cookies, pine cones, bird nests, oranges, candy and other disposable items.
For more great ways to organize and simplify your holiday season check out Grace and Jennifer's 65 Day Holiday Organizing Challenge that begins on October 29th.


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On the eve of the Kentucky Derby, Secretariat star James Cromwell has written to The Jockey Club urging it to adopt PETA's proposed Thoroughbred 360 Lifecycle Retirement Fund. The plan would require owners and breeders to pay a $360 retirement fee for each new foal they register. The money generated from the fees would be put into a fund to provide care for the 10,000 former racehorses currently sent to slaughter each year.
"These magnificent animals should not end up on a meat hook after a terrifying journey to a terrifying death," writes Cromwell in his letter. "I urge the Jockey Club, as the only official body that deals with every thoroughbred owner in every racing state, to implement PETA's Thoroughbred 360 Lifecycle Retirement Fund without delay."
Join James Cromwell in asking The Jockey Club to give racehorses the dignified retirement that they deserve.


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New school year, new principals: local districts see range of turnover
Nina Schutzman
As Stephanie and Thomas Schifini Jr. prepared to send their children back to school, they got an unwelcome surprise.
Fishkill Plains Elementary School Principal Eric Seipp is leaving the Wappingers school district, having accepted the top spot at Millbrook High School.
And the Schifinis were not looking forward to sharing the news with their 7-year-old daughter, Angel, who "adores" Seipp.
"Mr. Seipp was always so personable with her," Stephanie Schifini said. "He always made sure she was OK and smiling." Angel is "always excited to see him after school or at activities so she can say hi."
She is concerned about what the turnover could mean for her daughter, since Angel "is always shy when it comes to meeting new people. She may hold back and not be as inclined to ask for help if she needs it."
More than 20 percent of the 45,000 local students heading back to class on Wednesday and Thursday will find new leaders in their schools, according to a Poughkeepsie Journal analysis of state and local data. That doesn't include students simply moving to new buildings.
Sixteen Dutchess and Ulster districts employ 85 principals. This year, 18 of them will run schools they did not oversee last September.
Leadership at schools in seven districts — Highland, Hyde Park, Marlboro, Pine Plains, Rhinebeck, Spackenkill and Webutuck — is set to remain the same this year, with no new principals.
At the other end of the spectrum is the Poughkeepsie district. Six of the district's nine principals running schools or programs this year did not hold their spots last September, a year-to-year turnover rate of 67 percent.
"While we have been, as noted, a district with a relatively high rate of administrative turnover, this year we were blessed with an exceptional field of candidates with which to work," said Poughkeepsie interim schools Superintendent Kathleen Farrell.
The new principals "completed an intensive interview process," and bring with them necessary skills to support students and staff, along with high levels of energy and enthusiasm, Farrell added.
Students affected
Studies have shown that school leadership is a key influence on student learning, second only to classroom instruction.
Strong principals can positively influence school culture and the instructional quality of whole systems of teachers, according to a report from the School Leaders Network. A principal's influence on his or her students accounts for 25 percent of the total school influence on a child's academic performance.
And not a single school has ever been found to accomplish turnaround achievement without a powerful leader at the helm of the change effort, the network said in its report.
Sarah Moir has seen plenty of principals come and go as her children went through the Poughkeepsie district. Moir's daughter Teeghan, who's starting her sophomore year of high school, has had four principals since middle school.
"My children have gained wonderful relationships with their principals over the years, just to (then) hear they're either being moved to another school" or changing jobs or districts, Moir said. "It takes a toll on children ... confiding and building a relationship with a person, and then hearing that they have to go."
At a recent school board meeting, Poughkeepsie teacher and mother Nashon Anderson said her daughter has already had three principals at Krieger Elementary.
"Every year my daughter cries, because each principal does things differently," Anderson told the board. "Every year I have to explain it to her. She asks, 'Why are they leaving, what's going on?' These kids are getting new adults every year."
During her seven years as a district teacher, "I can't count on my hands how many principals I've had," Anderson said. "I build relationships, they're fired, I build relationships, they're gone... When is it going to stop? When are we ever going to get consistency?"
The overall average rate of principal turnover from the 2014-15 year to this school year was about 17 percent in local districts.
Poughkeepsie and Webutuck had the highest overall average turnover rates during that time, 50 percent and 42 percent respectively. A fair amount of that turnover, especially in Webutuck, can be attributed to in-house switches, with a principal in charge of a school one year and a different school in the district the next.
Pine Plains and Rhinebeck had no principal turnover in that time
"Longevity is sometimes not valued as much as it should be," said Rhinebeck Superintendent Joseph Phelan. "If you have a revolving door, it is difficult to make changes that will have a lasting effect."
Webutuck's three principals are staying put this year. The last several years have been marked by frequent internal leadership changes in the small rural district.
For instance, Kathleen McEnroe has led each of Webutuck's schools and, sometimes, multiple schools at once. This will be McEnroe's second year in a row at the high school, which she also oversaw during the 2014-15 year
"I attribute this (the lack of turnover) to the strengths of all three principals fitting perfectly with the needs at each building," said Webutuck Superintendent Ray Castellani. "We are excited that we have the right leaders in the right spot(s), and look forward to the continued growth of Webutuck."
Across the country, the problem of retention is greatest at high-poverty schools, according to the School Leaders Network.
The trend holds true locally as well. Poughkeepsie (84 percent) and Webutuck (64 percent) have the highest rates of economically disadvantaged students.
Rhinebeck has the lowest local rate of economically disadvantaged students at 19 percent, and the least turnover among principals: Leadership has been steady across the district's three schools since 2009. Phelan, meanwhile, has been in charge of the district for two decades.
"I think we are fortunate that our school district is (a) really positive work environment," Phelan said. "We have a great teaching staff and a lot of support from our community. I want to make sure we never take that for granted."
Based on property values, Rhinebeck is a low-needs, high-wealth district, and the community has been willing — and able — to back programs and more through the budget vote.
Rhinebeck is also able to offer competitive pay to its administrators, which is especially important since schools in nearby counties such as Westchester tend to offer higher pay, Phelan said.
Highly effective principals create significant changes each year. But it takes an average of five years to put a mobilizing vision in place, improve the teaching staff, and fully implement policies and practices that positively impact the school's performance, according to the School Leaders Network.
About 28 percent of principals in the area have not yet held their spots for five years, the Journal found.
The amount of money a district spends to hire, prepare and develop each principal for employment can vary greatly, depending on factors such as a candidate's experience level.
And while districts do not readily track or share the specific expenses they incur to hire and prepare replacements, the School Leaders Network's "conservative" estimate is $75,000 per principal.
The average annual salary for local Dutchess or Ulster principals is about $135,000, the Journal found.
Tumultuous turnover
Poughkeepsie has seen major leadership changes over the past year. And much of the turnover came amid controversy.
The high school principal was suspended during an investigation into improper graduations. Two elementary school principals who left for jobs in other districts were at odds with former Superintendent Nicole Williams — whose own resignation followed a number of legal battles and disputes with the board, and came with a $433,000 buyout price tag. And the principal of Poughkeepsie's E-TECH program resigned not long after issues came to light with the district's implementation of the tech and engineering high school extension.
Staff and students are facing "another year of changes," Poughkeepsie teachers union President Stephanie Green said at a recent board meeting.
"We are looking for consistency and stability," Green said. "We need to make this a district where all levels of staff want to stay and can be successful."
The news isn't all bad, Poughkeepsie school leaders say. New positions have been created, many spots have been filled, and longstanding issues such as inconsistent curriculum are finally being addressed.
"We have turned a corner and have more candidates applying than we have open positions," Green said. "We know Poughkeepsie can work."
Arguments erupted at the same school board meeting when the board appointed Dwayne D'Avilar as principal of the middle school, which is in receivership because of its struggling status.
Da'Ron Wilson, who ran the middle school for two years, took another job in the district: the newly created position of executive director of school engagement. Some of the meeting attendees who showed up in support of Wilson alleged that he was pushed to take the new job — or resign.
"We talk about coming together as a community," said district mom Tamoya Norwood. "We respect a principal (Wilson) ... that was raised in this community. My son looks up to him. This hurts us as a community."
Over at Warring Elementary, JullietCoxum's tenure as principal is just beginning, though she's not new to the Poughkeepsie district.
Coxum spent the past few years as a substitute teacher and administrator, and most recently, an assistant principal.
"As a person of color, Poughkeepsie was certainly of interest for me," Coxum said. "I wanted to give back to the community."
She said she'll spend the first year getting to know her new role "inside and out, really understanding our students, and what I can do to support them. I want to know my teachers, what they need."
"My job here is to make sure I'm providing our staff and students and the Warring community with whatever it is they need in order for our students to be successful," Coxum added.
And though Coxum is Warring's fourth principal since 2014, she said she's not intimidated by the high turnover.
"I look at this as an opportunity," she said. "Every year we have different challenges. But it's also an opportunity for growth and development."
Small districts
Year-to-year turnover rates can fluctuate quite a bit in schools that only have a few principals. For instance, in Dover and New Paltz, two of each district's four principals are new this year.
And while a 50 percent turnover rate does sound high, "You have to look at it in perspective," said New Paltz Superintendent Maria Rice.
Two longtime principals just retired: Richard Wiesenthal spent three decades as a New Paltz Middle School administrator, and Debra Hogencamp served as Duzine Elementary School principal for nearly as long.
In the Dover district, Marybeth Kenny will replace Catherine Alvarez at Wingdale Elementary, who held the spot for more than two decades. At Dover Middle School, Henry Pollinger will replace Patricia Rizzo, who spent eight years as principal and served as assistant principal before that.
Neither of the Dover's new principals are concerned about transitioning into their leadership roles.
Kenny was already on the Dover district staff, most recently as special-education director, so she's "been down in this building (Wingdale) a lot," she said. "I've worked with all the administrators."
Rizzo, whom Pollinger described as his mentor, is not going far, having been appointed to Kenny's former special-ed spot.
So he will still "have Pat as a resource," Pollinger said. "And meeting faculty and staff has been a real positive experience."
New Paltz mom Biana Tanis is not worried about principal turnover in her district. But she does have other concerns when it comes to administrative hires.
The New Paltz district recently established a racial equity advisory committee charged with examining hiring protocols and offering suggestions to attract more applicants of color, among other things.
But when Wiesenthal, the middle school principal, resigned suddenly, an assistant principal at the school, Ann Sheldon, was quickly hired as his replacement.
Sheldon "is a highly respected educator with great qualifications," Tanis said. "The issue was never with the person. But there was no (job) posting, no search, no opportunity for candidates of color to apply."
The turnover is a "huge opportunity to put our money where our mouth is, in terms of valuing racial equity," Tanis added. "That has to start with transparent hiring and recruitment practices that value and prioritize" recruiting diverse candidates.
Student safety in relation to an ongoing capital project was "the biggest driving factor" for the quick appointment, Rice said. Major renovations and construction at the middle school means students will need to be relocated, and Sheldon already knows the building and staff.
"In hindsight, I think we should have taken more time to have that conversation in public" and let parents know that "we weren't going to do a search... just promote from within," Rice said. "Their concern was it went too fast, it didn't feel transparent. The board understood the reasons so they went with it, but going so quickly was an error on my part."
New Paltz appointed an interim principal at Duzine while it looks for Hogencamp's permanent replacement.
"Any time you hire a principal or administrator, the hope is that they will stay in the district for decades," Tanis said. "It's almost like a marriage. I really want the district to take its time."
Nina Schutzman: nschutzman@poughkeepsiejournal.com; 845-451-4518; Twitter: @pojonschutzman
Leadership changes
Overall average principal turnover rate from 2014-15 to 2018-19
Arlington: 14%
Beacon: 25%
Dover: 19%
Highland: 8%
Hyde Park: 13%
Marlboro: 17%
Millbrook: 13%
New Paltz: 25%
Pawling: 8%
Pine Plains: none
Poughkeepsie: 50%
Red Hook: 13%
Rhinebeck: none
Spackenkill: 13%
Wappingers: 10% (includes Eric Seipp, whose last day is Sept. 21)
Webutuck: 42%
Source: State Education Department and school district data


As insane as it sounds there are industries in today's modern world that still haven't cottoned onto digital communication and modes of business. The first that springs to mind is insurance, which is struggling to shrug off its staid modus operandi. Print media has also been reluctant to abandon tried and trusted avenues in favour of more technologically advanced systems. This is not surprising given that many people consider digital to print's executioner. Then we have advertising, which likes to think of itself as on the cutting edge but is really like most of the baby boomer generation – trying hard and failing miserably to adapt to a life lived online.
Granted, that statement could be construed as a gross generalisation, but that doesn't mean it doesn't contain a ring of truth.
When you think of what an advertising agency does the chances are that you think in terms of radio, print and TV ads. You probably envision giant billboards and possibly slogans and pictures slapped on the sides of buses. When you stop to think about online advertising you probably think of online marketing specialists; those companies that involve themselves in all things SEO, SEM and social media related.
The tide is turning, however, and traditional ad agencies are braving murky digital waters. The way is fraught with difficulties, which is neatly summed up by advertising guru Brad Jakeman: "The irony is that while there have never been more ways to reach consumers, it's never been harder to connect with consumers." But there are things that ad agencies can do to ease the process.
It all starts with a change of attitude.
As many people have learned (often the hard way) operating online requires that they relinquish control. For ad agencies this means that they can expect clients to be more exacting, more demanding and more aware of what they want their advertising to achieve. They will want to make more changes and tweaks and they will want these to be implemented immediately. They will want in-depth reports of what works and what doesn't, as well explanations as to why a particular strategy did or didn't work and a comprehensive plan that addresses the shortcomings.
To put it more succinctly, they will want to be more involved. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it's a good idea to set realistic expectations and outline the boundaries of your working relationship. This is so that you don't spend the bulk of your time splitting hairs with your client, but can instead get on with your job.
You need to be flexible and robust enough to accept when something isn't working and make changes on the fly. That's not to say you should make changes willy-nilly. That's like using staples to staunch a slit throat. Have some practical, well-researched options ready in case your first plan doesn't work.
Operating online is about making mistakes and learning from them. It's also about measuring, analysing and detecting. Monitor your online advertising efforts, analyse their impact (or lack thereof) and determine the reasons behind successes and failures.
Don't keep all your departments separate. Working online is all about collaboration. Brain storm, work as a team and definitely adopt the carrot rather than the stick approach. Keep channels of communication open and encourage your specialists to bounce ideas of each other; you might be surprised at what your copywriter, designer and IT guy can achieve when they're not restricted to their cubicles.
If you want the project managed, hire a project manager.
Collaboration and team work is all good and well but it counts for nothing if you don't have someone in charge to keep everything in order and on schedule. What applies for traditional avenues works just as well in digital advertising.
Old school and new school aren't mutually exclusive.
Don't compartmentalise your traditional and digital advertising endeavours. The two should form part of an holistic whole. They complement and supplement each other so don't separate them as if they were two competing entities.
Don't underestimate the power of SEO.
Digital advertising agencies need to have at least a passing knowledge of SEO and online marketing technicalities. Advertising in any form won't achieve much if it remains hidden or complicates the user's experience.
What other tips do you have for ad agencies crossing the great divide?


Wow, beautiful work, thank you so much for the thorough explanation, I'm building a Time Key this year, ooooo should be a challenge!
Thanks, and good luck. 🙂 Feel free to message me on facebook if you have any questions.
This is the most beautiful handmade staff I have ever seen. I am cosplaying as Sailor Pluto for the 2014 Anime Banzai and wanted to send my father the instructions you put on here on how to make it. Do you by chance have any other tips when making it by the way? And how tall is your wife? I am 5'7, would these measurements need to be adjusted? Thank you!
My wife is 5'1″, so you should definitely make a longer staff than I did. You can probably still use the same width dowels though, since the staff is really quite slender in most images in the anime.
I'm not sure if I have specific tips, but I'm happy to answer questions if you run into trouble. For me, most of this was about being patient, and accepting that sometimes things will break (especially the wooden balls @_@) and have to be redone.
would you be willing to make this as a commision for me ?
Sorry, I don't do commissions. 🙁 But I'm happy to answer any questions about construction.
What is the final height of the entire staff that you made?


3. Question : In Aristotle's view, how are the virtues acquired?
4. Question : In The Emperor's Club, what best describes the teacher's (Kevin Kline) response to his student's (Emile Hirsch) admission of cheating?
9. Question : What would best express Colonel Nicholson's (Alec Guinness) view regarding what makes a good soldier, as expressed in the The Bridge on the River Kwai clip?
11. Question : In his discussion of virtue and honor in the military, what does Robinson consider to be the relation between integrity and magnanimity?
13. Question : Which of the following would be an idea shared both by the teacher (Kevin Kline) from the clip of The Emperor's Club, and by Aristotle?
15. Question : In the article "Magnanimity and Integrity as Military Virtues," Robinson describes magnanimity and integrity as both primarily concerned with what?
17. Question : In what way would Thomas Hill's notion of "self-acceptance", as described in "Ideals of Human Excellence and Preserving Natural Environments", correspond to Aristotle's conception of eudaimonia?


Young Charlie and his lovely family have drawn enormous crowds at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane since May 2013. No wonder, when it's such a well-loved story. Look out for the extremely talented and multi-award winning Douglas Hodge, who plays Willy Wonka to perfection. And the Oompa-Loompas are absolutely amazing – how do they do that?
When Willy Wonka, the eccentric owner of the world's greatest chocolate factory, decides to let five lucky children tour his weird world, he sets pure fairytale magic in motion. Roald Dahl's charming tale of rags to riches is quite simply unforgettable on stage, a feast for the senses with stunning sets, fabulous costumes and a collection of show tunes you'll be singing for weeks afterwards.