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LEGACY

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I n t r o d u c t i o n

Founder of Shingon Kukai

LeaderJP774 — 835

A monk and calligrapher of Japan's Heian period. He studied Esoteric Buddhism in Tang China, founded the Shingon school, and left a profound imprint on all of Japanese culture.

“Since Buddha's deep truth resides in all things of the vast universe, I merely quietly paint its profoundness with the tip of my brush.”

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What this figure read, watched, and listened to

S i g n a t u r eL i n e s

Quote

“Since Buddha's deep truth resides in all things of the vast universe, I merely quietly paint its profoundness with the tip of my brush.”

Greeting

“Do not follow in the footsteps of the ancients — seek what they sought.”
“All things emerge from sound. A single syllable of mantra holds the entire cosmos.”
“I dedicate this body to the path of the Buddha, for the salvation of all sentient beings.”

Roll Call

“I still uphold the vow I made at age seven.”
“I am ready to advance with the power of the mantra.”
“I will cross the sea if I must, to transmit the Dharma of esoteric Buddhism.”

Deploy

“Chant the mantra! Unleash the power of the mandala!”
“Advance beneath the light of Mahavairocana!”
“Burn away the darkness of ignorance with the flame of esoteric Buddhism!”

Victory

“The light of Mahavairocana has shone upon us.”
“The answer was already contained within a single syllable of mantra.”
“Sokushinjobutsu — enlightenment attained in this very body, as it is.”

Draw

“The mandala is not yet complete.”
“Contemplate the mantra more deeply, and a path will open.”
“The flower must fall before the fruit can form.”

Defeat

“My practice was insufficient. I will return to sitting meditation.”
“I will engrave the teachings of Mahavairocana more deeply in my heart.”
“It is not that I wrote poorly — my mind was scattered.”

Strike

“Pierce through with the vibration of the mantra!”
“Strike down with the vajra!”
“Shatter them in the name of Mahavairocana!”
P e r s o n aA n a l y s i s

Overview

A genius complete structure simultaneously building Japanese Esoteric Buddhism and cultural foundations by combining overwhelming intellect, diligence, and reflection. High charm and benevolence sublimated mysterious religious authority into social practice; optimism and communal disposition form capability balance of Buddhahood in this very body.

Core Abilities

Command
78
Martial
35
Intellect
97
Charm
88

Inner Virtues

Temperance
88
Diligence
92
Reflection
90
Courage
75

Outer Virtues

Loyalty
82
Benevolence
85
Fairness
78
Humility
72

Core Disposition

Pessimism
Optimism
Conservative
Progressive
Individual
Social
Cautious
Bold

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