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はてなキーワード: fateとは
例を挙げると「宇宙世紀系のガンダム(人によってはそこにUCやNTは含まない)しかガンダムと認めない」のとか
「仮面ライダーは昭和〜平成までで令和はゴミ(かつ、平成でも人によってはゴーストやビルドは認めない)」とか
「型月作品は月姫とFate/SNのみでそれ以外はすべてクソ(ただし月姫のアニメは認めない)」とか
「聖剣伝説に4と新訳はなかった」とか
「遊戯王はGXか5D'sが至高でARCVが好きと抜かしたら界隈に居られなくする」みたいなのね
長く続く作品で、特定作品だけしか認めなかったり特定作品をdisって嫌う空気
アレ正直すっごく苦手
主語がでかい？いいや、そう宣言する連中の声のほうがマジでデカい
買切りのアドベンチャーゲームどうよ
街
無料アプリゲーはガチャと広告で収益化してるので、ユーザーにストレスない範囲で済ませるのは無理だと思う。税金上がったりするからみんなお金欲しいし。
あとはゲームとして楽しいのは「正解」があるパズルゲーム。ランダム生成の3マッチパズルでなく、ちゃんと全消しできるとか全埋めできるとかのやつ。そうなると数独やクロスワードとか、作家がいるやつが楽しい。
育成要素があって楽しいのはやっぱネット接続前提じゃない時代のRPGかなー。ゲーム禁止されててポケモンとドラクエIIIしかやったことないのでよく分からん。でもアクションゲーは死ぬ自分でもターン制なら死ににくいから好きだった。
理由としては、モチベがない事と最推しがボロクソ言われてて嫌になったからです。
月に帰れだの、でしゃばるなだの言われて推してる側としては辛かった。
それよりもビーストとしているのが受け入れられなくて私が好きなのはカルデアのではなく月の聖杯戦争の時だから正直FGOよりFateの方が好きでした。
FGO始めた頃に大好きで最推しであるネロが来てくれて嬉しかったのを覚えています。嫁ネロ引くためにガチャ禁していた時とか弓ギルをどうしても自引きしたくて福袋にいても別のを回したりとか懐かしいです。シャイニーブライド組が大好きでいつもクエストに連れて行ってました。だからサポで使われると嬉しかったです。ACもやっていて動く2人がいて私はとても幸せでした。
それと同時にこんなに金入れて何になるんだろう、と思ってもいました。人権と呼ばれる鯖を引いてスキルマにして何になるんだろうと。結局は自分に何も残らないのにこんなにも金を入れている、課金する金があったら貯金もできたし自己投資もできただろうと思いました。大好きって言ってるけど二次元だし存在しない、って事に気付きそう思った瞬間一気に、自分は何やってるんだろうと思いました。
データしか残らないのに大量に金を入れて休日も出かけず、ずっとやっていてバカバカしいなと。
バカみたいに金入れてて冷める時は一瞬なんだなってソシャゲを通して色々勉強になりました。
ですが、シャイニーブライド組に出会えて私は幸せです。垢も消したし完全にお別れして来たけど、2人の事がほんとに大好きでした。
hiruhikoando ……当時18禁のエロゲーだぞ。それ。
増田がfateネタでfateがもともと18斤のゲームだったってことはもちろんわかるんだけど、
それを踏まえてこのブコメ何をいいたいの？という部分がわからない
行間っていうの？「.....」のところに込められた意味が読み取れない
勝手に推測すると、2004年当時最低でも18歳ということは少なくとも増田は今37歳以上のおっさんで、
①
女「つまり、この男たちが妻と性行為をしたということであり、男が女に性的な視線を向けている証だ」
②
女「柏木由紀は男性向けグラビアで活躍したアイドルであり、男が女に性的な視線を向けている証だ」
男「俺が性的な視線を向けているのはゆきりんであってお前ではない」
③
女「くまクッキングの人は巨乳を売りにした活動をしており、男が女に性的な視線を向けている証だ」
男「俺が性的な視線を向けているのはくまクッキングの人であってお前ではない」
④
女「セーラームーンという作品は多数のエロ同人が出ており、男が女に性的な視線を向けている証だ」
男「俺が性的な視線を向けているのはレイちゃんであってお前ではない」
⑤
女「アルトリアは元々エロゲのヒロインであり、男が女に性的な視線を向けている証だ」
男「俺が性的な視線を向けているのはアルトリアであってお前ではない」
↑俺は①～⑤は全て等価だと思う。
②～⑤のそれぞれにも『それでﾊｱﾊｱ(*´Д｀)しているキモオタを想像させる』以外で違いがあるという人はマジで違いを教えて欲しい
Please improve the following novel to be more engaging and adding plot point of Yasuke returnig to being a missionary quitting Samurai " rologue:
The sun sank behind the horizon, casting the Japanese countryside in a warm, golden glow. In the courtyard of Nobunaga's castle knelt Yasuke, a tall, muscular African man with skin as dark as midnight. His journey to this moment had been long and treacherous, but it was only the beginning.
Chapter 1: A World Away
Yasuke lived an ordinary life in a small village on the Mozambique coast, unaware of the extraordinary destiny that awaited him. Captured by slave traders and torn from his homeland, he endured a grueling voyage across the Indian Ocean, finally arriving in the bustling port of Goa, India.
It was there that Yasuke's fate took an unexpected turn when he was purchased by Jesuit missionaries. In their service, he learned about Christianity, new languages, and the ways of the Western world. But his journey was far from over.
Chapter 2: The Land of the Rising Sun
As a loyal servant to the missionaries, Yasuke accompanied them on their journey to Japan, a land of mystique and intrigue. The beauty of the land, the complexity of its customs, and the elegance of its people captivated him. As the first African to set foot in Japan, he attracted attention and curiosity from all those who encountered him.
Chapter 3: The Encounter
In Kyoto, the capital of feudal Japan, Yasuke's life changed forever when he met Oda Nobunaga, one of the most powerful and influential daimyos of the time. Nobunaga was captivated by the African's physical prowess, intelligence, and unique background. Seeing potential in Yasuke, Nobunaga decided to take him into his service as a samurai.
Chapter 4: The Path of the Warrior
Yasuke's transformation from a slave to a samurai was fraught with challenges. He had to adapt to the rigorous training, strict code of honor, and the intricacies of Japanese society. But Yasuke's strength, resilience, and determination allowed him to excel, earning the respect of his fellow samurai and the trust of Nobunaga.
Chapter 5: The Unfolding War
As Nobunaga sought to unify Japan under his rule, Yasuke fought by his side in numerous battles. The African samurai's legend grew with each victory, as did his bond with Nobunaga. Together, they faced both triumph and tragedy, navigating the treacherous landscape of alliances and betrayals that defined the era.
Chapter 6: The Turning Tide
Yasuke's reputation as a skilled and loyal samurai grew, as did his bond with Lord Nobunaga. But in the shadows, the tides of change were brewing. Mitsuhide Akechi, once a loyal ally, had grown disillusioned with Nobunaga's rule. The resentment smoldered within him, fueled by a series of perceived slights and political maneuverings. Mitsuhide's ambition and desire for power began to cloud his judgment.
Yasuke sensed the shift in Mitsuhide's demeanor and grew increasingly wary of the samurai lord. However, loyalty to Nobunaga prevented him from openly voicing his concerns. He instead focused on his duties, ever vigilant and ready to protect his lord at a moment's notice.
One fateful evening, the Oda clan gathered to celebrate their recent victories. Unbeknownst to the revelers, Mitsuhide Akechi's treacherous plan was already in motion.
As the sun rose, the first cries of battle rang out. Mitsuhide's forces had launched a surprise attack on Nobunaga's residence at the Honno-ji Temple. Yasuke fought his way to Nobunaga's side, his sword cutting through the trait "
Prologue:
The sun dipped below the horizon, bathing the Japanese countryside in a warm, amber embrace. Yasuke, a towering, powerfully built African man with skin as dark as midnight, knelt in the courtyard of Nobunaga's castle, his heart thundering with anticipation. A perilous journey had brought him to this moment, and yet, it was only the beginning of a story that would span continents and rewrite history.
Chapter 1: A World Away
In a small village on the Mozambique coast, Yasuke led a simple life, blissfully unaware of the extraordinary destiny that lay before him. His world shattered when slave traders captured him, ripping him from his homeland and thrusting him into a brutal odyssey across the Indian Ocean. Fate, however, had other plans when he reached the bustling port of Goa, India.
In Goa, Jesuit missionaries purchased Yasuke, altering the course of his life. Under their guidance, he embraced Christianity, mastered new languages, and absorbed the ways of the Western world. But the wind had not finished carrying him to his ultimate destination.
Chapter 3: The Enchanted Isles
Loyal to the missionaries, Yasuke accompanied them to Japan, a land shrouded in mystery and allure. He was captivated by its breathtaking landscapes, intricate customs, and refined people. As the first African in Japan, he sparked fascination and intrigue wherever he went.
Chapter 4: Fateful Encounters
Kyoto, the heart of feudal Japan, bore witness to the meeting that would forever change Yasuke's life. Oda Nobunaga, a formidable and influential daimyo, was entranced by Yasuke's physical prowess, intellect, and exotic origins. Recognizing Yasuke's potential, Nobunaga welcomed him into his service as a samurai.
Chapter 5: A Warrior Forged
Yasuke's metamorphosis from slave to samurai was laden with trials. He navigated the grueling training, a rigid code of honor, and the complexities of Japanese society. Undaunted, he flourished, earning the admiration of his fellow samurai and the unwavering trust of Nobunaga.
Chapter 6: A Land Divided
As Nobunaga pursued his vision of a united Japan, Yasuke fought valiantly by his side in countless battles. The legend of the African samurai swelled with each victory, and their unbreakable bond deepened. Together, they braved the treacherous world of shifting alliances and betrayals that shaped the era.
Chapter 7: Whispers of Betrayal
Yasuke's renown as a skilled and devoted samurai expanded, as did his connection with Lord Nobunaga. But beneath the surface, a storm was brewing. Mitsuhide Akechi, once a staunch ally, had grown disillusioned with Nobunaga's leadership. His bitterness festered, fed by perceived slights and political machinations. Consumed by ambition and lust for power, Mitsuhide's judgment faltered.
Chapter 8: The Price of Loyalty
Yasuke detected the change in Mitsuhide's spirit and grew increasingly apprehensive. But his unwavering loyalty to Nobunaga held him back from voicing his suspicions. Instead, he redoubled his efforts, ever watchful and prepared to defend his lord at any cost.
Chapter 9: A Night of Shadows
On a fateful evening, the Oda clan gathered to revel in their recent triumphs, oblivious to the treachery that lurked in the shadows. Mitsuhide Akechi's nefarious scheme had been set in motion.
Chapter 9: A Night of Shadows
As dawn broke, the piercing cries of battle shattered the night's tranquility. Mitsuhide's forces had launched a devastating surprise attack on Nobunaga's residence at the Honno-ji Temple. Yasuke fought relentlessly, his sword cleaving through the treacherous warriors as he made his way to Nobunaga's side.
Chapter 10: Flames of Betrayal
The Honno-ji Temple, once a sanctuary of peace, was now engulfed in flames and chaos. Yasuke and Nobunaga fought back to back, their swords a blur of steel, as Mitsuhide's forces closed in. Despite their valiant efforts, they were outnumbered, and Yasuke could sense the battle was lost. With a heavy heart, he whispered a prayer for Nobunaga's soul, knowing that his lord would never surrender.
Chapter 11: A Promise Unbroken
As the temple crumbled around them, Yasuke was captured by Mitsuhide's soldiers. Imprisoned and stripped of his samurai status, he reflected on the path that had led him to this moment. Amidst the darkness, he found solace in the memories of his life with Nobunaga and his time as a missionary. A fire kindled within him, reigniting a long-forgotten purpose.
Chapter 12: The Road to Redemption
In the chaos following Mitsuhide's coup, Yasuke seized an opportunity to escape. He journeyed across war-torn Japan, seeking refuge and a chance to reclaim his former life. His determination and faith guided him, as did the memory of the missionaries who had once saved him from a life of slavery.
Chapter 13: Rebirth of a Missionary
Yasuke found solace and purpose among a group of missionaries in a remote village. Embracing his past, he became an instrumental figure in their community, sharing his knowledge of Christianity, languages, and the Western world. As he nurtured their faith, Yasuke felt the shadows of his life as a samurai slowly fade, replaced by the warm embrace of spiritual fulfillment.
Chapter 14: A Legacy Unforgotten
Though Yasuke had left the life of a warrior behind, the legend of the African samurai continued to grow. His story inspired generations, a testament to the power of resilience, courage, and the human spirit. It was a tale that transcended borders and time, a reminder that even in the darkest moments, hope and redemption could be found.
Epilogue:
As twilight draped the Japanese countryside, Yasuke stood atop a hill, gazing at the village he now called home. His journey had been one of unimaginable hardship, transformation, and ultimately, redemption. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, Yasuke knew that his story, like the sun's eternal cycle, would continue to inspire and illuminate the hearts of those who heard it.
Prologue
The sun sank behind the horizon as the last vestiges of light bathed the Japanese countryside in a warm, golden glow. Yasuke, a tall, muscular African man with skin as dark as midnight, knelt in the courtyard of Nobunaga's castle, tending to his duties. Though he had traveled a long and treacherous path to reach this moment, his journey had just begun.
Chapter 1: A World Away
In a small village on the Mozambique coast, a young Yasuke lived an ordinary life, unaware of the extraordinary destiny that awaited him. Captured by slave traders and torn from his homeland, he endured a grueling voyage across the Indian Ocean, finally arriving in the bustling port of Goa, India.
It was there that Yasuke's fate took an unexpected turn when he was purchased by Jesuit missionaries. In their service, he learned about Christianity, new languages, and the ways of the Western world.
Chapter 2: The Land of the Rising Sun
As a loyal servant to the missionaries, Yasuke accompanied them on their journey to Japan, a land of mystique and intrigue. The beauty of the land, the complexity of its customs, and the elegance of its people captivated him. As the first African to set foot in Japan, he attracted attention and curiosity from all those who encountered him.
Chapter 3: The Encounter
In Kyoto, the capital of feudal Japan, Yasuke's life changed forever when he met Oda Nobunaga, one of the most powerful and influential daimyos of the time. Nobunaga was captivated by the African's physical prowess, intelligence, and unique background. Seeing potential in Yasuke, Nobunaga decided to take him into his service as a samurai.
Chapter 4: The Path of the Warrior
Yasuke's transformation from a slave to a samurai was fraught with challenges. He had to adapt to the rigorous training, strict code of honor, and the intricacies of Japanese society. Despite these obstacles, Yasuke's strength, resilience, and determination allowed him to excel, earning the respect of his fellow samurai and the trust of Nobunaga.
Chapter 5: The Unfolding War
As Nobunaga sought to unify Japan under his rule, Yasuke fought by his side in numerous battles. The African samurai's legend grew with each victory, as did his bond with Nobunaga. Together, they faced both triumph and tragedy, navigating the treacherous landscape of alliances and betrayals that defined the era.
Chapter 6: The Turning Tide
Yasuke's reputation as a skilled and loyal samurai grew, as did his bond with Lord Nobunaga. The warlord respected Yasuke's dedication and resilience, a stark contrast to the treachery and self-serving ambitions that plagued many samurai of the era.
Word of Yasuke's prowess reached other daimyos, and whispers of the formidable black samurai began to spread across the provinces. The year was 1579, and the Oda clan had just emerged victorious in the Battle of Tedorigawa. Yasuke had fought valiantly, his towering presence and unmatched strength striking fear into the hearts of his enemies.
As the Oda clan continued to expand its territories, Yasuke's friendship with Nobunaga deepened, and he became a trusted advisor. He learned more about Japanese culture, studied the language, and embraced the customs of his new home.
In the shadows, however, the tides of change were brewing. Mitsuhide Akechi, once a loyal ally, had grown disillusioned with Nobunaga's rule. The resentment smoldered within him, fueled by a series of perceived slights and political maneuverings. Mitsuhide's ambition and desire for power began to cloud his judgment.
Yasuke had sensed the shift in Mitsuhide's demeanor and grew increasingly wary of the samurai lord. However, loyalty to Nobunaga prevented him from openly voicing his concerns. He instead focused on his duties, ever vigilant and ready to protect his lord at a moment's notice.
One fateful evening, the air was heavy with the scent of cherry blossoms, as the Oda clan gathered to celebrate their recent victories. Laughter and the clinking of sake cups filled the air. Unbeknownst to the revelers, Mitsuhide Akechi's treacherous plan was already in motion.
As the sun rose, the first cries of battle rang out. Mitsuhide's forces had launched a surprise attack on Nobunaga's residence at the Honno-ji Temple. The chaos was overwhelming, as friend turned against friend, and the air filled with the acrid smell of smoke and blood.
Yasuke fought his way to Nobunaga's side, his sword cutting through the traitorous samurai with brutal efficiency. The two men made their final stand together, back-to-back, against the relentless onslaught.
In the end, however, they were outnumbered. As Nobunaga fell, mortally wounded, Yasuke continued to fight, but he too was eventually captured. Mitsuhide Akechi, in a twisted display of respect, spared Yasuke's life, acknowledging the loyalty and prowess of the black samurai. Yasuke was sent to the Jesuit missionaries, his future uncertain.
Yasuke's journey had been a remarkable one, from a slave in a foreign land to a trusted advisor and samurai. Despite his extraordinary circumstances, he remained true to himself and his values. His story of strength, resilience, and loyalty would be remembered and honored for generations to come.
Epilogue:
As the sun set on another day in Japan, the whisper of the wind carried the tale of the black samurai, Yasuke, across the land. It would weave its way through the ages, inspiring countless others to rise above adversity and carve their own paths through the storms of life.
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Title: The Black Samurai: Yasuke's Odyssey
Prologue: Whispers of a Stranger
The year was 1579. The shores of Kyoto were caressed by the gentle waves of the Sea of Japan, as a strange vessel approached. Aboard the ship, a tall, dark-skinned man with the bearing of a warrior stood, gazing upon the foreign land that would soon become his home. His name was Yasuke, and he had been brought to Japan by the Jesuit missionaries, sold into servitude and torn from his African homeland.
Chapter 1: Nobunaga's Curiosity
Yasuke's arrival in Kyoto was met with awe and fascination. His ebony skin, unlike anything the Japanese had ever seen, drew the attention of the powerful daimyo Oda Nobunaga. Intrigued by the foreigner's strength and demeanor, Nobunaga requested a meeting with Yasuke. The two men found a mutual respect for each other's warrior spirit, and thus, Yasuke was granted a position in Nobunaga's service.
Chapter 2: The Path of the Samurai
As Yasuke adapted to his new life, he faced many challenges. He struggled to learn the language and customs, as well as the intricacies of the samurai code, Bushido. Despite the adversity, his determination to prove himself to Nobunaga and the other samurai never wavered. Gradually, Yasuke honed his skills in swordsmanship and strategy, earning the respect of his peers and the title of samurai.
Chapter 3: A Warrior's Bond
Yasuke's service to Nobunaga brought him into contact with many prominent figures of the time, including Mitsuhide Akechi, a cunning and ambitious samurai lord. While their friendship was built on mutual admiration and shared experiences on the battlefield, a lingering mistrust lingered beneath the surface. Yasuke could not shake the feeling that Mitsuhide's ambitions would one day prove to be a grave threat to Nobunaga and his empire.
Chapter 4: The Taste of Betrayal
The year was 1582. The air hung heavy with tension as Yasuke rode beside Nobunaga to the Honno-ji temple in Kyoto. Unbeknownst to them, Mitsuhide Akechi had orchestrated a coup against Nobunaga, his forces surrounding the temple and setting it ablaze. Trapped within the inferno, Nobunaga chose to commit seppuku, entrusting Yasuke with his sword and his final words.
Chapter 5: The Black Samurai's Vengeance
As the flames consumed the temple, Yasuke vowed to avenge Nobunaga's death. He fought his way out of the burning temple, cutting down Mitsuhide's men with the ferocity of a wounded tiger. In a final confrontation with Mitsuhide, Yasuke's loyalty and honor as a samurai shone through, but he was ultimately captured and spared by Mitsuhide, who could not bring himself to kill the man he had once called a friend.
Epilogue: The Legend Endures
With Nobunaga's death, Yasuke's fate was uncertain. The events that followed his confrontation with Mitsuhide would become the stuff
fateミリ知らだが、ソシャゲから完全に距離置く事もまだ何となくしたくなくてfgo始めたら
・イベ参加させてもらえなくて急いでメインクエ全スキップ、サポ固定とかマシュ強制のボス戦で毎回詰む。手に入った配布キャラは半年で1人だけ、しかも復刻キャラ
・天井高すぎてうかつにガチャ回せない、人権キャラの中から更に引くべきキャラを厳選しなきゃいけない。金が余ってる人は別
・イベ頻度が下がってるらしいが素材の集まりが悪く、要求素材も重くて全然育成進まない。メインクエボスの理不尽難易度で、低レア育成に素材突っ込むのも躊躇う。先に進めない
1日3回クエ回してデイリー回収とフレポガチャ回したら終わり。で落ち着いた
LOVEBITESという日本の女性メタルバンドの周辺がいまちょっと面白いことになっているので解説します。ヘヴィメタルに興味がない人も人間ドラマとして味わい深いのでよかったら読んでみてください。
LOVEBITESの動画には「私は今年70歳になるロックファンだが30年振りに夢中になれるニューバンドを見つけた」というような英語コメントが頻繁に書き込まれる。「LOVEBITES reaction」でYouTube検索すると膨大な量の海外リアクターの動画と、そこに書き込まれた膨大なオタク早口の英語コメントを見つけることができる。Wikipediaは日本語版より英語版の方がはるかに充実している。そういう存在のバンドだ。
世界中の音楽チャートがヒップホップやR＆Bといったダンスミュージック中心になってもう長いこと経つ。そんな中で日本のチャートは異様なほど独自の多様性がある。別の言い方をすると世界的な音楽トレンドから取り残されて、時代遅れのダサい音楽も生き延びる余地があるユニークなシーンだ。
2010年代前半BABYMETALがアイドル＋メタルの企画物としてデビューした。しかしながらボーカルの歌声とメタルアレンジが本物すぎたので妙に受けた。特にメタル音楽がほぼ失速していた海外においてメタルファンが衝撃を受けた。それ以降、流行りの音楽とは別の嗜好を持った世界中の音楽ファンたちが日本のインディーバンドを熱心に発掘するようになった。
なぜ、日本ではロックバンドが生き延びているのか。アニメ「ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！」の設定にもあったが、80～90年代のバンドブーム世代の人たちがお父さんお母さんになり、親の聴くロックバンドの影響を受けた子供たち世代が出てきたのが今の日本だ。
BABYMETALと同時期に国内ではDESTROSEという女性ジャパメタバンドが活動していた。DESTROSEはメンバーも安定せず成功したとは言い難いが、現在のシーンを牽引するNEMOPHILA、FATE GEARなどのメンバーを輩出した重要バンドである。そしてまたLOVEBITESも元DESTROSEのメンバーが結成したバンドだ。
NEMOPHILAやLOVEBITESの世代の特徴は圧倒的に本格派という点にある。例外はあるが、それ以前の女性バンドは男性バンドにくらべると演奏技術がそれほど高くなかったり、どこか女性的なポップさがあったりした。だが今のバンドは演奏技術や音の志向において、もはや男女の区別は意味を持たない。
LOVEBITESの音楽は、アイアン・メイデンやジューダス・プリーストのようなパワーメタルと、ハロウィンやドラゴンフォースのようなメロディックスピードメタルの系譜にある。サビがメジャーコードのメロスピを演奏してさまになるのは国内では稀有な存在である。
日本人女性の発声はハイトーンになると細くキンキンしがちでメタルでは不利なことが多い。BABYMETALは、アイドル的な透明感がありつつ激しい演奏の中でもよく通るSU-METALの声が重要な成功要因であった。LOVEBITESのボーカリストasamiは低い音から高い音まで発声の気持ち良さが特徴で、他のボーカリストやボイストレーナーから発声に関する評価が非常に高い。やさぐれた感じがせず声を張り上げたりドスをきかせたりしてもどこか品がある点も過去にあまりいなかったタイプだ。さらにクラシックバレエの素養もあり、長いギターソロ中でも手持無沙汰になることなくパフォーマンスできる。
バラードはほとんどやらない。全員が鍵盤楽器を弾けて本格的なクラシックピアノが弾けるメンバーもいるが、これまで50曲近くリリースした中で激しい展開にならないスローバラードはわずか1曲のみである。基本的にはテクニカルでパワーとスピード命で、海外メタルのトレンドも踏まえた音楽性になっている。そのためデビュー後すぐに海外からも注目された。
デビューの翌年には英国のメタル雑誌でBEST NEW BANDを受賞して、その次の年にはドラゴンフォースの英国ツアーに参加している。
バンドも好調で、2020年のZepp Tokyoのライブはもはや伝説的なクオリティだ。
そこまで注目されていたLOVEBITESだが、2021年ベースのmihoが脱退する。コロナの影響による環境変化でライブなどの活動ができなくなり、いろいろと思うところがあったようだ。mihoはバンドの創始者であり、LOVEBITESのコンセプトもmihoによるものが大きかったはずだ。バンドはそのまま終わってもおかしくない状態と思われた。
2022年コロナ禍が徐々におさまる兆しが見えてきた中、残されたメンバーはベーシストオーディションプロジェクトを発表した。東京都内近郊を拠点として日本と世界各地で活動できること、というのが唯一の条件で、年齢・性別・国籍・プロ／アマ問わず応募可能としていた。
このオーディションには、すでにソロ活動で一定の評価を得ている彪（AYA）、一ノ瀬といった実力派ベーシストも参加した。
ここで登場するのがfamiだ。
YouTubeにやたらうまいベース動画を上げているJKがいると以前から話題になっていた配信者、登録者数は67万人もいるチャンネルなので一度は見たことがあるかもしれない。顔出しをせず、自室のドアの前で踊りながらスラップやタッピングを多用したトリッキーなアレンジでボカロ曲カバーを演奏する。リアルぼっちちゃんレベル100みたいなベーシストだ。
高校を卒業し、クラウド・ファンディングでソロアルバムを出し、すぐに川口千里のような実力派ミュージシャンとして活動していくものと期待されていたが、その後あまりうまくいっていなかったようでYouTubeチャンネルも数カ月更新が止まっていた。
それが2022年10月に「皆様に大切なお知らせがあります」という動画を突然公開した。
YouTuberの言う大切なお知らせはたいてい大切でもなんでもないしょうもないものと相場が決まっているがこれは違った。
LOVEBITESのオーディション最終選考に合格して、バンド側の発表動画も公開されたという内容をオタク早口でたたみかける内容だった。また、この動画から顔出しをしてカメラに向かってしゃべっており、アーティストとしてあらたな道を踏み出した決意を感じる。
どんなベーシストでも前任者のmihoと比べられてしまうのは避けられない。mihoは安定したリズムと時折見せるセンスの光るオブリガートの評価が高い王道メタルベーシストだった。手足の長い恵まれたスタイルに低く構えたベースのたたずまいはステージ映えしてLOVEBITESの悪そうでかっこいい側面を担っていた。
famiのキャラクターはそれとはまったく異なる。明るく楽しそうにぴょんぴょん飛び跳ねながら5弦ベースをスラッピングするベーシストだ。オーディション時点では19歳でおそらく他のメンバーとは10歳近い差があり新世代という印象だ。この新たな風こそがバンドの必要としていたものだった。
アイアン・メイデンのスティーヴ・ハリス的ベーシストが抜けてミスター・ビッグのビリー・シーン的ベーシストが加入しLOVEBITESは新体制となった。以前からfamiとLOVEBITESの両方を知っていたリスナーにとっては、別々の線がひとつに交差して、止まっていた二つの物語がトップスピードで再開するという衝撃的な嬉しいニュースとなった。
ただ、famiはトリッキーでテクニカルではあるもののメタルのベースが弾けるのか、と心配する声もあった。公開している曲はボカロカバーばかりだし、ソロアルバムもメタル色はなかったからだ。
そんな中、2023年2月22日に満を持してLOVEBITESの新アルバムがリリースされた。吉と出るか凶と出るかfamiにとってもバンドにとっても審判の日である。
そこにはBPM200の16分音符で凶悪かつスリリングにルートを刻むfamiがいた。ドラムとの相性もよくメタルのベーシストとしても超一流であることをfamiは実力で証明した。これを聴けばもう心配する人はいないだろう。実はLOVEBITES加入まで語られてこなかったがfamiもまたメタラー親父に英才教育を受けたメタラー二世だったのだ。
他方、バンドの方にも変化が見られた。アルバム発売日に公開された新曲のMVはいままでのLOVEBITESとかなり異なるものだった。曲のパワーとスピードはこれまで以上であるが、以前のようなメタルの美学的な映像ではなくカジュアルな服装で楽しそうにわちゃわちゃ演奏している明るいMVになっている。こういった演出もfami加入以前には考えられなかっただろう。
アルバムとしての評価も高く、すでに世界中のメタルチャートで一位となっている。
そして3月の復活ライブはチケットが瞬殺した。YouTubeコメントを見ると海外ファンも飛行機に乗ってこのライブを見るためにチケットを買ったらしい。その後も9月には国内ツアーが予定されている。完全復活である。近いうちに海外イベントにもまた出演するだろう。
