The Slow Poison of Endless Fantasy
After Skool・1 minute read
A talented young swordsman becomes obsessed with a spirit that shows him his desires, leading to neglect of his training, jealousy, and ultimately manipulation by the Devil, resulting in the loss of souls in the village.
Insights
- The text illustrates how obsession and neglect of one's responsibilities can lead to a dangerous path, culminating in the manipulation and destruction of oneself and others.
- It serves as a cautionary tale against the allure of instant gratification and the consequences of forsaking discipline and focus for fleeting desires, highlighting the importance of balance and self-awareness in one's pursuits.
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Recent questions
What is the young man skilled in?
Sword training
What does the spirit offer the young man?
Anything he desires
What does the young man become fixated on?
Watching battles and naked women
What does the young man's admiration for heroes turn into?
Jealousy
Who does the spirit reveal itself as?
The Devil
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Summary
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"Sword training leads to downfall and damnation"
- A talented and confident young man, skilled in sword training, encounters a spirit of seeing in his room.
- The spirit can show him anything he desires, from stables to beautiful girls and great warriors.
- Initially intrigued, the young man becomes increasingly obsessed with the spirit, neglecting his sword training and becoming fixated on watching battles and naked women.
- Over time, his admiration for heroes turns to jealousy, leading to a decline in his physical and mental well-being.
- On his 30th birthday, the spirit reveals itself as the Devil, having manipulated the young man into a state of weakness, ultimately claiming the souls of the village.
