Why do ayakashi wear masks

In addition, angry spirits who take on the guise of a snake or dragon to carry out their vengeance are represented by hannya and related masks. Of a somewhat later conception from the other two types, these masks also differ in having passive, introverted expressions, seen particularly in the loose, downward turned lips and lack of lower teeth.

Appearing almost like a skeleton come to life, these masks have a haunting beauty. The late 15th century carver Himi Munetada see jissaku is primarily responsible for creating the tormented ghost mask types. I didn't grab tissues before hand so I had to use my blanket. How many chapters is all? New episode is up More of Natsume past and his past problems with youkai, I didn't like that youkai with the scythe because not only he hunted weaker youkai but the whole reason he was tormenting Natsume was because it was amusing for him well at least he did his job in the end edited 30th Jan '12 PM by asellus Community Showcase More.

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Jan 16th at PM Currently watching 4th season a legendary youkai named Karu appeared in episode three, those fluffy things were so cute until I found out that they were actually poisonous. Their neck is darkened by shadow and their body is shapeless, as though wearing loose clothing. When they reach out to take Aoi's hand [2] , their skin and nails are as white as their mask. The nails are short and trimmed.

In a flashback, it shows their nails are long and pointed [3]. The Kind Ayakashi appears to Aoi when she is starving, near death, after her mother leaving her alone in the house.

She asks for food, which they comply, allowing her to continue to live. The Kind Ayakashi tells her to promise that when she is an adult, they will come get her and make her their bride. Aoi asks who they are but never receives an answer. Aoi remembers the kind ayakashi fondly for saving her life.