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What is the most prevalent theory among Jujutsu scholars regarding the origin of cursed energy?
What is the most prevalent theory among Jujutsu scholars regarding the origin of cursed energy?
- Cursed energy was introduced to Earth by extraterrestrial beings during the Yayoi period.
- Cursed energy originated from ancient cursed tools discovered in burial sites.
- Cursed energy emerged when humans began to adapt to the presence of dragons and other mythical creatures.
- An event similar to the big bang within Japan caused cursed energy to radiate and spread globally. (correct)
During the 'age of myth,' how did humanity initially adapt to the emergence of cursed spirits?
During the 'age of myth,' how did humanity initially adapt to the emergence of cursed spirits?
- Humans constructed massive barriers to isolate cursed spirits in specific geographic locations.
- Humans began to crossbreed with cursed spirits to harness their power.
- Humans developed advanced technology to combat cursed spirits.
- Some humans developed the ability to perceive and fight supernatural entities, even without cursed energy. (correct)
What led to the gradual spread of sorcery outside of Japan, according to the content?
What led to the gradual spread of sorcery outside of Japan, according to the content?
- The eight great disasters each corrupted regions outside of Japan, each granting humanity small amounts of sorcery.
- Japanese sorcerers began to immigrate to other countries during the Kofun period.
- Exposure to high levels of cursed energy or interbreeding with Japanese bloodlines caused small numbers of sorcerers to appear worldwide. (correct)
- Other countries began to steal the practice of sorcery from Japan by sending spies.
Which period in Japanese history saw the rise of the 'eight great disasters'?
Which period in Japanese history saw the rise of the 'eight great disasters'?
Which of the following was NOT identified as one of the 'Natural Spirits' among the eight great disasters?
Which of the following was NOT identified as one of the 'Natural Spirits' among the eight great disasters?
What was the primary cause of the division and war within the Japanese territory of Kofun?
What was the primary cause of the division and war within the Japanese territory of Kofun?
What key characteristic defined the spirit known as 'Nagai kurayami' or 'The Long Dark'?
What key characteristic defined the spirit known as 'Nagai kurayami' or 'The Long Dark'?
What was the effect of the spirit known as 'Mabushii' or 'The Blinding Light' on its surroundings?
What was the effect of the spirit known as 'Mabushii' or 'The Blinding Light' on its surroundings?
What marked a significant turning point during the civil war regarding the strength of sorcerers in Japan?
What marked a significant turning point during the civil war regarding the strength of sorcerers in Japan?
What ultimately happened to the four 'natural disasters' after 300 years?
What ultimately happened to the four 'natural disasters' after 300 years?
What crucial detail about the sealing of the great spirits was discovered thanks to a mural in the Kanto region?
What crucial detail about the sealing of the great spirits was discovered thanks to a mural in the Kanto region?
Where were the spirits of 'The Long Dark' and 'The Bright Light' sealed, respectively?
Where were the spirits of 'The Long Dark' and 'The Bright Light' sealed, respectively?
Following the sealing of the eight great spirits, what significant measure was taken to manage cursed energy within Japan?
Following the sealing of the eight great spirits, what significant measure was taken to manage cursed energy within Japan?
What role did shrine maidens, priests, and priestesses play after the construction of the eight great shrines?
What role did shrine maidens, priests, and priestesses play after the construction of the eight great shrines?
Which of the following is true about the two great spirits known as Yamata-no-Orochi and Jorōgumo?
Which of the following is true about the two great spirits known as Yamata-no-Orochi and Jorōgumo?
Which of the following events caused Sorcerers to begin to rise in the Kofun period?
Which of the following events caused Sorcerers to begin to rise in the Kofun period?
Which of the following statements best describes why the Great disaster nicknamed 'The Long Dark' and 'The Bright Light' were feared above all others?
Which of the following statements best describes why the Great disaster nicknamed 'The Long Dark' and 'The Bright Light' were feared above all others?
Which of the following best describes the state of Japan immediately after the 8 great spirits were felled?
Which of the following best describes the state of Japan immediately after the 8 great spirits were felled?
What happened after the shrines were completed?
What happened after the shrines were completed?
What is the timeline that the content provides for the history of Jujutsu?
What is the timeline that the content provides for the history of Jujutsu?
Flashcards
Origin of Cursed Energy
Origin of Cursed Energy
Around 1000 BCE, cursed energy exploded in Japan, irradiating people and leading to the emergence of cursed spirits globally.
Human Adaptation
Human Adaptation
Globally humans adapted, some developed the ability to see and combat supernatural threats without cursed energy.
Spread of Sorcery
Spread of Sorcery
Sorcery slowly spread outside Japan, often resulting in persecution like the Salem witch trials.
The Eight Great Disasters
The Eight Great Disasters
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Natural Spirit Disasters
Natural Spirit Disasters
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Vengeful Spirit Disasters
Vengeful Spirit Disasters
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Most Feared Disasters
Most Feared Disasters
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Civil War and Sorcery
Civil War and Sorcery
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Sealing of Natural Disasters
Sealing of Natural Disasters
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Mural Depiction
Mural Depiction
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Long Dark and Bright Light seals
Long Dark and Bright Light seals
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Shrine Maintenance
Shrine Maintenance
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Barrier Construction
Barrier Construction
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Study Notes
- Jujutsu's origins are estimated around 1000 BCE during the Yayoi period.
- Cursed energy may have originated from an event similar to the big bang in Japan.
- Radiated individuals spread cursed energy globally over hundreds of years.
- Cursed spirits appeared globally, starting the "age of myth" with battles against dragons and other creatures.
- Sorcerers were initially rare outside Japan.
- Some people adapted to the supernatural and fought without cursed energy.
- Sorcery spread slowly, facing persecution in events like the Spanish Inquisition and Salem witch trials.
- In 261 AD, during the Kofun period, the eight great disasters emerged in Japan, causing strife and civil war.
The Eight Great Disasters of Kofun Period:
- Four "Natural Spirits": Fire (Volcanoes), Earth (Earthquakes), Wind (Tornados), Water (Tsunamis).
- Two female Vengeful Spirits: Yamata-no-Orochi (The Great Serpent), Jorōgumo (The Entangling Spider).
- "Nagai kurayami" (The Long Dark/Sleep): Brings endless night, destroying all life.
- "Mabushī" (The Bright/Blinding Light): Brings endless sunlight, destroying all life.
- Nagai kurayami and Mabushī were especially feared due to their unknown nature and power.
- The other six disasters went out of their way to avoid these two.
The Kofun Civil war
- Famine and ruin led to the Kofun territory splitting into warring factions.
- Cursed energy surged, creating more powerful sorcerers among the Japanese.
- Descendants of future clans battled the eight disasters, establishing rival clans and dynasties.
- Over 300 years, the four natural disasters were captured and sealed in shrines across Japan's eight regions.
- A mural in the Kanto region depicts Nagai kurayami and Mabushī battling, before sorcerers intervened at great cost.
- The spirit of water was sealed inside of Okinawa.
- The spirit of the long dark was sealed in Kyushu.
- The spirit of the light was sealed in Hokkaido.
- After the eight spirits were defeated, Japan stabilized.
- Shrines were built at each sealing location, with shrine maidens, priests, and priestesses maintaining them.
- A barrier was created using the spirits' power to compress and seal cursed energy within Japan's boundaries.
- This ended the age of myth.
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