Artist's commentary
After a Morning Nap
"Well, guess it's time to get up."
During the turbulent times of a certain nation, while many young people were concerned about their nation and stood up for it, there was a man who was defeated before his ambitions were fulfilled. Well, that fact itself wasn't that unusual. Everyone at that time lived fast and recklessly. Some were even scrambling to be the first to die. Then again, they probably would have liked to spend a little longer causing trouble, if they had a chance.
The man awakes once again, not knowing if his wish came true, or if it was a twisted whim of fate. Alongside the youth of a new age, he confronted the crisis in Japan—nay, the plight for humanity's survival.
Hahahahaha! Fine by me! If I'm getting summoned, the crisis better be a desperate one! Stronger enemies and greater obstacles only mean more fun! Don't you think so too? Yeah, a man like me never learns his lesson and gets up multiple times. I'm guided by a strange fate, leading a strange army, and I head into a strange battle.
The man's eyes are as dazzling as ever, just like the time he knocked on the gate of a certain school.
"Late blooming blossoms
Have no reason to wheedle
At this point in life
Now they scatter in delight
Carried by the hometown winds.
For I am closer
To my revered mentor
At Noyama Prison"
"Well now, I'll be heading out, my mentor."