Kunado Chronicles

Kunado Chronicles is a visual novel set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy world, where humanity has survived for a thousand years under the threat of metallic monsters called Tekki. You play as Shin, a young man from a thousand years in the past who wakes from cold sleep with no personal memories but knowledge of ancient civilizations. After the hero who struck a decisive blow against the Tekki disappeared, Shin agrees to help the people of Kanto build a new life and bring hope and happiness to their kingdom.

Kanto after the war

The Tekki appeared in 2034 A.D., wiping out most of humanity. The failure of metal-based equipment further hastened the loss of technology and civilization, leaving people able to survive only in small gaps between Tekki activity. A thousand years later, the battle for humanity’s fate has ended, but the survivors know little beyond fighting.

The story takes place in Kanto, a nation of about 800 empowered people, reminiscent in some ways of long-lost Japan. Its culture has been shaped by the struggle to survive. Common citizens wear fox masks and live as “nobodies.” In exchange for food, clothing and shelter, Shin tries to introduce the kingdom to culture and customs from his own time. His new life touches on coffee shops, a paper-money economy, leadership and the struggles of a young woman who begins to pursue a dream. The story also concerns the life and death of a hero, and is described as a confession.

The people of Kanto

• Haruhime: The Ichi-no-Kami and leader of the Eight Swords, who hold authority in Kanto. A fair and just ruler loved by her people, she is curious about the world and has never sought power. Though she appears charming and elegant, she is more timid and lonely than she lets on, has little patience for dull tasks and keeps snacks in her sleeves because she is often hungry.
• Shin: The protagonist, awoken after a thousand years in cold sleep. He has lost his personal memories but retains knowledge of ancient civilizations, along with an adaptable nature, rational thinking and strong hearing. He tries to share his cultural and technological understanding with Kanto’s rougher, less refined people.
• Akane: One half of the Ni-no-Kami of the Eight Swords, also known as Fuujin of the Gales. She and her twin sister Aoi are Kanto’s strongest fighting force. Confident and headstrong, Akane relies on her instincts, has an earnest heart and looks after those around her. Her favorite food is tofu hamburger.
• Aoi: The other half of the Ni-no-Kami, known as Raijin of the Thunder. Wilder than Akane, she loves battle and leaves decisions to her older sister, whom she is devoted to. Aoi also enjoys the chaos that follows.
• The girl assigned to guard Shin: An ordinary person whose exceptional physical strength is her only power, and not much use in battle. Kanto assigns her to look after Shin and serve as a representative of its culture. Honest and inflexible, she initially can barely stand him, but eventually becomes his closest confidant.
• Haruhime’s elder sister: Kanto’s hero, now believed to be dead. She could command the world with her words through Kotodama, creating matter from nothing. One hundred days before Shin awoke, she struck down one of the Kurokami that served as a lynchpin of humanity’s oppression, freeing her people, but was struck down herself and has not been seen or heard from since. Her near-godlike power made her inhuman, without the urges or emotions of ordinary people.

Story routes

The visual novel offers two branching routes and more than 20 hours of story. Its characters are shaped by the world they live in, and the game features Japanese voice acting.