Kutou (Kutou Koku, 倶東国) is one of the four countries in The Universe of the Four Gods. Kutou lies to the East and is widely renowned and feared for its military strength. It is closed off from the other countries by high walls and a strict border patrol.
Kutou has a history of attempting to conquer the other three empires. In Fushigi Yuugi: Genbu Kaiden, the Eastern country tried to seize Hokkan territory, but a treaty was signed to resolve the conflict. In Fushigi Yuugi: The Mysterious Play, Kutou invades the much smaller country of Konan.[1][2]
In order to obtain the complete power of the four Beast Gods, Kutou aimed to unite all four empires/directions under their rule. When combined, the power of the four gods is equal to that of the Yellow Emperor. The promise of such power seduced a number of Kutou emperors and inspired many military invasions.[3]
Like Hokkan, Sairou, and Konan, Kutou is an imperial and hereditary monarchy. The ruling family and its members have been exposed in scarcity, but the Kutou Emperor is shown in the original series and Prince Hakei is introduced in Genbu Kaiden.
Locations[]
For a detailed world map, see The Universe of the Four Gods Map.
- Shunrou: Kutou's capital city famous for its impenetrable walls, close-knit dwellings, and a strong arsenal.
- San'un Province: A small district plagued by assaults during Kutou's Civil War.
- Tribes:
- Hin Tribe (濱族): This tribe harbored people of Slavic descent who worshiped Tenkou, the demon god. Under the rule of the Emperor, the tribe's people were severely abused and ultimately slaughtered by Kutou forces. Nakago hails from this tribe.
- Nei Tribe (寧族): This tribe is known for its prostitution and poor residents. It is also the birthplace of Soi.
Climate[]
Not much is known about Kutou's climate, but sources from the original series present it to be very green with jungle-like forests populated with tigers. The climate itself is shown to be mostly overcast or rainy. It is also a country which is constantly raided by bandits, as well as the country's own soldiers and has suffered famine and plague before and during the time of Takiko's arrival.
Trivia[]
- Yuu Watase based Kutou on Xi'an, which was of the Great Ancient Capital of China, and based its culture on the Tang Dynasty.
References[]
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| Konan | Eiyou • Jouzen • Souun • Chokou • Mt. Reikaku • Hakukou • Seirin Village • Yukigase • Kahou • Oseki City • Taito • Seisen • Shouryuu • Sou’en • Mt. Kaou • Shouryuu River • Hijiri River • Chou Market | ||
| Kutou | Shunrou • Tenryo • Hin Tribe • Nei Tribe | ||
| Hokkan | Touran • Ifurei • Mt. Kokureishin • Rift of Rebirth • Wind Tunnels • Oroko Valley • Nasaru Forest • Hanun River • Maguma's Village • Ha Tribe • Kan Tribe • Baku Tribe • Urudai Tribe • Odo Tribe | ||
| Sairou | Arudo • Makan Village • Daijiin Temple • Nado Tribe • Tomo's City of Mirages • Camp Ruins | ||
| Other | Mt. Taikyoku • Nyosei Island | ||
| Japan | Tokyo • Morioka • Nara • National Library • Yotsubadai High School • Genbu Grotto • Daichu Prep • Seinan University • Cafe Paradox | ||
| China | Shizou Temple | ||