505:, a type of Japanese ghost story. The numbers "four" and "nine" were included based on their unlucky reputation in Japanese culture, with the game's title having a plot-related double meaning of both "Nine Evils" and "Eternity". The storyline focused on female protagonists to promote a particular aesthetic, as many games of its kind focused on male protagonists. The historic onmyōji Abe no Seimei was included in the narrative, though the character was changed from a man to being a woman, keeping in line with the character goals. As Taniguchi wanted to create a sequel, the storyline ended on a cliffhanger. A notable outside contributor was artist Kyosuke Chinai, who created the cover and promotional artwork for Japan. Chinai was picked from a selection of artists, whose work was brought by different team members to find someone who drew with the right atmosphere for the game. Taniguchi contacted Chinai multiple times during production, persuading him to accept the collaboration. The CGI sequences, animation and motion capture was handled by Polyassets United.
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Mulberry's power, but is stopped by Sakuya from killing Utsuki. Abe no Seimei leaves, warning Sakuya of the new being's potential for evil. During the credits, Sakuya coaxes the Kuon Ritual's child, a young girl resembling Utsuki, outside the Fujiwara grounds for the first time. They walk away together, leaving their futures uncertain.
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Fujiwara estate, coming across a wounded Sakuya, who begs Abe no Seimei to help Utsuki. Abe no Seimei also comes across a weakened Utsuki, who is momentarily calmed. Confronting Doman, he reveals his wish for Abe no
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2164:"Kuon Review for PS2 on GamePro.com"
1950:from the original on October 5, 2018
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1571:"Tokyo Game Show: Titles on Exhibit"
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1920:from the original on June 7, 2019
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1738:Yip, Spencer (November 4, 2013).
1651:(in Japanese). January 24, 2004.
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2008:"Kuon for PlayStation 2 Reviews"
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242:. Published by FromSoftware in
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2230:"Kuon - Death Is In The Cards"
1908:"Cult Classics: PlayStation 2"
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2210:. November 2004. p. 158.
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2092:. No. 186. p. 115.
1642:『九怨-Kuon-』のプロモーションビデオがお寺で撮影！
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894:Kuon Official Complete Guide
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925:"Incoming Games: Kuon"
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26:For African food, see
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2264:: 51. April 25, 2019.
1878:. February 17, 2006.
1713:Kuon Official Website
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1487:Kuon Official Website
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1221:"Kuon - Characters"
1198:on October 23, 2004
1147:九怨‐kuon‐公式コンプリートガイド
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