In the world of Strange Tale, the myriad monsters were far from a harmonious bunch.
It was possible for them to be embroiled in conflict and battle with one another.
In the mountains, the twisting entities and the numerous Inunaki Village villagers in the tunnels, although not of the same faction, had until now kept to their respective domains.
The twisters would not actively invade the tunnel, and the listless villagers, with little capacity for thought, would not venture out of the tunnel to trouble the white plastic bags.
Yet, this relatively balanced neighborly relationship was finally shattered today.
A despicable outsider, disguised as a local, became the catalyst that ignited the flames of strife.
Chasing Kamiyagawa into the forest, the twister reached the entrance of the tunnel and was just about to enter.
Suddenly, from the dark, cramped tunnel, an unusual sound emerged.
Pat, pat—
First came the disordered footsteps, erratic like a drumbeat without rhythm.