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{{Quote|The beautiful leader of a dance troupe, "Amane." From a young age he wished to grasp the true essence of dance, and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and after hearing rumors of one such young vigilante, he journeyed all the way to the Ikaruga Region to scount him.
{{Quote|The beautiful leader of a dance troupe, "Amane." From a young age he wished to grasp the true essence of dance, and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and after hearing rumors of one such young vigilante, he journeyed all the way to the Ikaruga Region to scount him.
<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/cp/chara_amane.html Amane Nishiki]</ref>}}
<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (JP), [http://www.blazblue.jp/cp/chara_amane.html Amane Nishiki]</ref>}}
===Arcade Mode===
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 3: Bang Shishigami
|-
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'''Bang:''' ''You there, strange person... Halt, I say!''
'''Amane:''' ''...Huh? Are you...talking to me?''
'''Bang:''' ''That's right! I'm talking to you! What kind of attire is that for a man to wear around...!? It screams "frail" and "weak"! I can hardly believe my eyes... What has happened to the spirit of Ikaruga in my absence?!''
'''Amane:''' ''Umm...I'm not really sure what you're talking about... But, my name is Amane Nishiki! I travel from city to city, representing our dance troupe. I had a little errand to take care of here in Ikaruga...''
'''Bang:''' ''Ooooh, a dancing troupe, are you? For here I was, thinking I've found such a lovely lady, only to discover it was a...a...man... Oh, the trickery!''
'''Amane:''' ''Hm? Did you say something?''
'''Bang:''' ''Nooooo, I certainly have not! Never you mind! It is a crime for a man to look so...so...so beautifully feminine! I shall smack some guts and conviction back into you as a representative of Ikarugan masculinity!''
'''Amane:''' ''Whoa whoa, don't you think you're being just a little prejudiced? However...if you insist, I suppose I'll have to teach this so-called "man" a good lesson.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Bang:''' ''Guah... Im...impressive... *Thud*''
'''Amane:''' ''You're kidding, right? Closing the curtains already? Although I must give credit where credit's due... You've danced a fine dance. I've seen your spirit. Why...aren't you charming?''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 6: Jin Kisaragi
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'''Jin:''' ''...What the hell do you want with me?''
'''Amane:''' ''Mmm...Do you by any chance practice martial arts...? And, that's the Library's uniform, isn't it? Please excuse me.''
'''Jin:''' ''...You're wasting my time... Now get out of my way.''
'''Amane:''' ''Now that's not very nice... Heh heh. Say, would you be interested in joining our dance troupe? You should really quit the Library because gosh...you're letting such great assets go to waste.''
'''Jin:''' ''What part of "get out of my way" was not clear to you?''
'''Amane:''' ''Oh, so you're gonna dance for me? Or, with me, rather... Well, that's certainly more than I bargained for.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Jin:''' ''Guah...Why...why you...!''
'''Amane:''' ''That was quite something! *Chuckle* Boy you really know how to make me WANT you.''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 7: Carl Clover
|-
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'''Amane:''' ''Ooooooh! I've finally found you!''
'''Carl:''' ''Wh-wha–?! Who are you?!''
'''Amane:''' ''Ah, pardon me, I seem to have gotten a little ahead of myself. You were just... so much better than I had expected. You're Carl Clover...yes?''
'''Carl:''' ''Umm, yes, but...who might you be?''
'''Amane:''' ''I'm Amane Nishiki. From the eastern coast to the western shore, I've traveled to every city that lies in between. Trying to spread the art of dance and expression, wherever I go. I want the world to understand this fine art!''
'''Carl:''' ''...I think I got the general picture. What exactly do you want with ME?''
'''Amane:''' ''Become mine!''
'''Carl:''' ''Uh, we should be on our way, sis. Now that I think about it, I'm actually pretty hungry. What do you feel like today?''
'''Amane:''' ''Whoooooa, wait, wait! Sorry, it's all my fault. I apologize; I just got a little excited. Please allow me to start over...Carl, it would be an honor if you joined our troupe. Let us master the fine art of "dance" together, shall we?!''
'''Carl:''' ''...I am quite flattered by your offer, but I'm afraid I must decline. You see, I have important matters to take care of.''
'''Amane:''' ''Mmm, is that your final answer? How unfortunate. Because you see, "giving up" is not the way of Amane Nishiki, so mark my words, I will make you say yes.''
'''Carl:''' ''You're really starting to irritate me!''
<Amane Victory>
'''Carl:''' ''Kuh... Sis, he's...actually really strong... Let's back off!''
'''Amane:''' ''Carl, wait! I'm not giving up on you!''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 8: Rachel Alucard
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'''Amane:''' ''After all that time tracking Carl down...I manage to lose him...''
'''Rachel:''' ''You there, wait.''
'''Amane:''' ''My, what a pretty little girl you are...can I help you?''
'''Rachel:''' ''Answer me... Who are you?''
'''Amane:''' ''Uh, you're asking for my name? That would be Amane Nishiki. I'm with a dancing troupe, and I want to–''
'''Rachel:''' ''That's not what I asked...''
'''Amane:''' ''Ooooh, scary. Please don't glare at me with those "eyes" of yours. Besides, I'm not sure how else I can answer the question... I am who I am.''
'''Rachel:''' ''Very well, perhaps you would do better if I rephrased: Why are you in the Federation's hierarchical city of Ikaruga?''
'''Amane:''' ''Sheesh, you're full of questions, aren't you? I was just here to recruit the infamous vigilante, Carl. Rumor has it he's here in Ikaruga, so here I am.''
'''Rachel:''' ''...''
'''Amane:''' ''Right, one more thing, little vampire girl. Those enslaving red eyes have no effect on me.''
'''Rachel:''' ''You don't mean to tell me...you're "Uzume"? This is getting quite interesting. Did you say your name was "Amane?" May I have this dance?''
'''Amane:''' ''"Uzume"? ...I'm not really sure what you mean, but if you want to see me dance, I'll have you be my partner.''
'''Rachel:''' ''I do hope you can keep up with my waltz.''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!BUSHIN
|-
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''AD2200/02/03''
[[File:BlazBlue Chrono Phantasma Amane Nishiki Arcade 01(A).png|500px]]
'''Rachel:''' ''Hehehe, I suppose you have a little bit of skill. That was quite entertaining.''
'''Amane:''' ''Um, I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to say... Thank you...? I have to admit, though, you're not bad yourself, little vampire.''
'''Rachel:''' ''That's "Miss Rachel Alucard" to you. Do remember it.''
'''Amane:''' ''Miss Rachel, huh? As a "thank you" for your time, how about I tell you what it is I'm after?''
'''Rachel:''' ''I've honestly lost interest, but I suppose I should hear you out anyway.''
[[File:BlazBlue Chrono Phantasma Amane Nishiki Arcade 01(B).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''You're a difficult little girl, aren't cha?''
'''Rachel:''' ''Shut up and tell me.''
'''Amane:''' ''A stage.''
'''Rachel:''' ''Stage...?''
'''Amane:''' ''That's right, the ultimate stage of fighters! The perfect performance, and the perfect fight are one and the same. To master one, one must master the other.''
[[File:BlazBlue Chrono Phantasma Amane Nishiki Arcade 02.png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''Which is why I want create the stage for the ultimate battle! But you see, I'm not talking about just anyone. I'm only interested in those strong enough to "change" the world. The finest stage with the ultimate "dancers"...''
[[File:BlazBlue Chrono Phantasma Amane Nishiki Arcade 03.png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''On this stage, I want to dance...and show the world what I can do!''
|}
===Story Mode===
<tabber>
|-|Chrono Phantasma=
===Chrono Phantasma===
In the February of 2200AD, Amane took his troupe to the [[7th Hierarchical City of Kazamotsu]] where he announced that they were to have a vacation from their hard-work. As soon as the group left, Amane went to find [[Carl Clover]]. Before he could proceed to scout for the boy, two girls from the troupe came to him, telling him that they saw the [[Novus Orbis Librarium]] drag [[Iron Tager]] away. Excited, he went the way that they were taken.<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 3: Beneath the Surface''</ref>
Some time later, Amane found [[Ragna the Bloodedge]] in [[Varubtuke Source]], but was ignored by the Grim Reaper. He got his attention and then told him that he had all the potential to become the leading man of a play, likely Amane's way of telling Ragna that he had the potential to become something great. They began to battle, and Amane won, taking his leave after having witnessed Ragna's strength. He then resumed his pursuit of Carl.<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 7: Ragna, The Wanderer''</ref>
Amane did eventually find Carl at the [[Lakeside Port]], although the boy had just had a troubling confrontation with his father, [[Relius Clover]]. Amane asked for his time, but the boy was not in the mood to talk. He asked the boy to become his, but was rejected. He later watched with Rachel as Ragna battled against [[Kagura Mutsuki]] and lost. Amane reminded the [[vampire]] to not interfere too much with the world's events.<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 8: Reunion''</ref> At some point he came across [[Valkenhayn R. Hellsing]] and told him Rachel's location, although he did reprimand the vampire for her extreme methods and lamented over the loss of most of her power as an Onlooker.<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 16: Kushinada's Lynchpin''</ref>
|-|Sector Seven=
===Sector Seven===
In the [[8th Hierarchical City of Wadatsumi]], Amane was approached by [[Bang Shishigami]], who believed that the troupe leader was a spy for the NOL. Amane gave the idea some fancy, which led to the two of them fighting. There was no victor as both came to respect one another's fighting styles during the match, leading to a “manly” friendship which had been forged in battle. Bang knew of Carl but could not tell Amane where he was, so Amane left, cryptically telling the ninja that there was doubt in him and that he should visit his roots to solve the problem.
As Amane left, he bumped into Bullet, who recognized from years before but did not think they could be the same person. She told him the story of her unit's tortured dancing and at the end of it, Amane confessed it was actually him who put them through that. Bullet then attacked him, but the battle was a stalemate. He told her to follow her instincts and then left her be, laughing merrily.<ref>''BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Sector Seven, Episode 4: The Land of Ikaruga''</ref>
</tabber>


==Central Fiction==
==Central Fiction==


{{Quote|From a young age, Amane travelled to grasp the true essense of dance. He realized that the origins of "dance" lie the ideals of the "martial arts," and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and journeyed to gather a number of "pretty boys" and establish positions for them. Concerned about the fate of the world, he decides to Observe it.<ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Story - [http://www.blazblue.jp/cf/cs/story/ Amane Nishiki]''</ref>}}
{{Quote|From a young age, Amane travelled to grasp the true essense of dance. He realized that the origins of "dance" lie the ideals of the "martial arts," and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and journeyed to gather a number of "pretty boys" and establish positions for them. Concerned about the fate of the world, he decides to Observe it.<ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Story - [http://www.blazblue.jp/cf/cs/story/ Amane Nishiki]''</ref>}}
===Arcade Mode===
====Act 1: Phantom of Labyrinth====
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 3: Ragna the Bloodedge
|-
|
'''Amane:''' ''My, oh my... whew... Mmm.''
'''Ragna:''' ''Why the hell're you starin' at me? You got a problem?''
'''Amane:''' ''Ah, excuse me... I heard of your existence, but seeing you in the flesh it's... just...!''
'''Ragna:''' ''I've got NO idea what you're talkin' about.''
'''Amane:''' ''She's the reason you're here... but from the looks of it, you haven't even seen her yet.''
'''Ragna:''' ''...If you're done talking, I'll be on my way.''
'''Amane:''' ''Let's not get ahead of ourselves, now shall we? It must be fate that brought us together. Why not show me what you're made of?''
'''Ragna:''' ''You were just another bounty hunter... like the rest of'em? Well, why didn't you SAY SO!?''
<Amane Victory>
'''Ragna:''' ''Guah...! Dammit, you're tough... Nothing like you look...!''
'''Amane:''' ''I see... Now, I understand the circumstances quite well.''
'''Ragna:''' ''What do you want with me...?''
'''Amane:''' ''What do I...? Haha, nothing, really. The rest is entirely up to you. I've done my work here.''
'''Ragna:''' ''...?''
'''Amane:''' ''Good luck unraveling this knot... Buh-bye!''
'''Ragna:''' ''H-Hey, wait a sec...! What the hell was that about?''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 6: Taokaka
|-
|
'''Taokaka:''' ''*sniff sniff sniff* Ahh, this smells delicious, meow! Is the food this way!?''
'''Amane:''' ''...''
'''Taokaka:''' ''*sniff sniff* Hmm... this person smells weird, meow. But not like bad person...''
'''Amane:''' ''This IS a surprise. You understand me? But it hardly feels good being sniffed. Why don't you call it a day. Hmm?''
'''Taokaka:''' ''Hmm... why do you resist!? Meow!''
'''Amane:''' ''Mm?''
'''Taokaka:''' ''You must be... hiding some delicious food, meow! Give one to Tao! Give one to Tao!''
'''Amane:''' ''Wha...? Don't be silly, I don't have any--''
'''Taokaka:''' ''Silence! Now, get in Tao's tummy, meow!''
'''Amane:''' ''Oh boy...''
<Amane Victory>
'''Amane:''' ''Do you understand now? I don't have any food... nada.''
'''Taokaka:''' ''Tao's mistake... So sad, meow.''
'''Amane:''' ''But I love the way you move... What do you say? How would you like to be our opening act at the next performance?''
'''Taokaka:''' ''Opening act...? Is there yummy stuff?''
'''Amane:''' ''Well, no technically... There is no food, but instead you'll get a taste of the stage!''
'''Taokaka:''' ''No food, meow... then I don't want it.''
'''Amane:''' ''*Sigh* Hey, whatever you do, stay away from the "bad" smell!''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 7: Rachel Alucard
|-
|
'''Rachel:''' ''Took you long enough. I thought you were going to stand me up.''
'''Amane:''' ''Your condition has worsened... So much so you can't even hear the summons.''
'''Rachel:''' ''Perhaps...''
'''Amane:''' ''So, tell me why I'm here.''
'''Rachel:''' ''Paint the whole picture of the Embryo for me... I know you've seen everything.''
'''Amane:''' ''That's the one thing I cannot do. You know my stance... I will not get involved. We've discussed this...''
'''Rachel:''' ''...How sad. I cannot seem to remember. But I'm afraid I no longer have the luxury to stand by idly! After all, my time here is quite limited.''
<Amane Victory>
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 01(A).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''I still cannot understand you. Why go out of your way to die sooner?''
'''Rachel:''' ''True... it was by my own will that I intervened... But I could not do what you did... ...Which may be why I deserved what was coming. Nevertheless, I must follow what I believe. That much, I can say is the same between us. No matter how foolish the act... I will fight until the very end. That is what I've decided.''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 01(B).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''...Then there is nothing more I can tell you.''
'''Rachel:''' ''I was hoping you would be able to be my witness... ...As a new Observer.''
'''Amane:''' ''Now, that I wonder...''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 02(A).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''If I recall... my existence is much like your previous one. All this time, I've been warming the seat. As your substitute... But I'm not like you. I'm going to do as I please.''
'''Rachel:''' ''I see... I wonder. If you meant those words... What are you doing inside the Embryo?''
'''Amane:''' ''... Well, non-confrontation is my belief... I think that whatever happens in the world will happen naturally. However... If someone's trying to twist the truth with brute force... That's a different story.''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 02(B).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''Wouldn't you agree!?''
'''???:''' ''Heh heh heh... That is why the world chose you as an Observer.''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 8: Nine the Phantom
|-
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'''Amane:''' ''So, what do you want with me?''
'''Nine:''' ''Don't be dull... You're the one who has business with me. You're on the outside. I suggest you keep it that way.''
'''Amane:''' ''And I return those words right back to you.''
'''Nine:''' ''...What!?''
'''Amane:''' ''This isn't your world... If you want to play around, go do it back in your own.''
'''Nine:''' ''...! How dare you--!? You should've thought of that before disturbing my world! It seems like your policy not to intervene... Why don't we let the gods know your intent!''
'''Amane:''' ''My, oh my... I had a feeling this would happen... It looks like you won't back off from this...''
'''Nine:''' ''Of course... The two of us will never get along.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Amane:''' ''I see now... I've fallen right into your trap.''
'''Nine:''' ''That's right. Time to face the music. You've already intervened in this world... through me. But there's no need to be down. This doesn't change the fact that you are one of the chosen. The world is going to transform... When it does, will you still be able to be an Observer...? Hehehe...''
'''Amane:''' ''Haha, I've no idea. I suppose I'll leave that one up to the turn of events, too!''
'''Nine:''' ''Fascinating... then while you're doing that...''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Nine the Phantom Arcade 00(B).png|500px]]
'''Nine:''' ''The Imperator... No, Izanami... See with your own eyes what she truly is. That is your commitment... as an Observer.''
''AD2199/XX/XX''<br>
''AMANE ACT1 END''
''to be continued''
|}
====Act 2: Nightmare Memory====
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 3: Celica A. Mercury
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'''Amane:''' ''Now, then... this is the next stage for our little play? Seems one of the chosen is already here...''
'''Nine:''' ''Look Minerva! A snowman. Aww, it looks so cute, doesn't it?''
'''Amane:''' ''And speak of the devil...''
'''Celica:''' ''...? Hello. Umm, who are you?''
'''Amane:''' ''Who am I? I'm just an innocent passerby. But I may ask you the same. What are you doing here? It looks to me like you don't have much time left...''
'''Minerva:''' ''...!''
'''Amane:''' ''Whoooah now!''
'''Celica:''' ''M-Minerva, what's gotten into you? Whaaat!? You're going to fight this person? Are you serious?''
'''Amane:''' ''My, oh my... You've given me no choice.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Celica:''' ''Owww... Hmm.''
'''Minerva:''' ''...''
'''Amane:''' ''I see now... You clever little thing.''
'''Celica:''' ''Huh? What's that supposed to mean?''
'''Amane:''' ''The stronger your ties are to me, you can artificially extend your "time limit." You're forcing me to Observe you, after all... Though, I don't know how much time I can actually buy. You should really thank that little puppet.''
'''Celica:''' ''...? Thanks, Minerva!''
'''Amane:''' ''Now, the next presence is coming from over yonder.''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 6: Naoto Kurogane
|-
|
'''Naoto:''' ''...Sheesh, I've got no leads and no idea what the hell's going on. What am I supposed to do...?''
'''Amane:''' ''My, oh my... You've sure come to an odd place.''
'''Naoto:''' ''Huh? You supposed to be one of those "chosen" or whatever? How many more of you guys are there--!? Wait a second... You're different... This is the same feeling I had when I fought that Rachel girl... Hey, I've got a question. You know someone named Raquel Alucard? I'm searching for her.''
'''Amane:''' ''No clue... at the very least, she's not "here." Don't take this the wrong way, but... You should stop this pointless intervention, and go back to your own world.''
'''Naoto:''' ''...You know something. Thanks for the warning, but I made a promise to her. That I'd find her no matter what. Besides... I'm the kinda guy who never gives up before trying. If you know something, you better start talkin'.''
'''Amane:''' ''Oh, what a character you are...''
<Amane Victory>
'''Naoto:''' ''Dammit...! You're not fighting me seriously!''
'''Amane:''' ''I truly am jealous of how straight and honest you are.''
'''Naoto:''' ''I told you. I've got my reasons.''
'''Amane:''' ''Well, then let me ask you something... What if you had to kill an innocent girl to find your prized Raquel Alucard? Could you do it?''
'''Naoto:''' ''...? The answer's too obvious. I find Raquel and save this girl, too!''
'''Amane:''' ''I see... Honest and moral until the very end. Thank you for your time.''
'''Naoto:''' ''Wha--!? Hey! Don't you run away from me! Get back here!''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 7: Azrael
|-
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'''Azrael:''' ''The hell are you!? I was really hoping for the Grim Reaper or the Black Knight this time...''
'''Amane:''' ''Tough luck. Unfortunately, no one has business with you, so you might as well step aside. Please?''
'''Azrael:''' ''Very well... I've got a pact, but I'm not interested in the weak... Wait a sec. That presence... You're an Observer?''
'''Amane:''' ''Good question. I won't deny my job is to apparently sit around and Observe things, but... I really have no business with you. Now, if you don't mind...''
'''Azrael:''' ''Heh heh heh... I take back what I said earlier. And I'm sorry I insulted you. Didn't expect to find an Observer down here. The vampire was in no condition to fight, but you... I've been longing to fight an Observer at their peak. Now. Entertain me!''
'''Amane:''' ''Oh boy... I was really hoping it wouldn't come to this...''
<Amane Victory>
'''Azrael:''' ''Yes... YES! This is the power of an Observer! I can't remember the last time I've felt this way!''
'''Amane:''' ''Goodness, how tough are you? This battle has no end...''
'''Azrael:''' ''And you've still got tricks up your sleeve. How about we both dial this up to the next level, hm?''
'''Amane:''' ''Thank you for the offer, but I'm going to pass. Now, if you'll excuse me.''
'''Azrael:''' ''Hmph. You really think you can run away from ME!?''
'''Amane:''' ''Whoop, looks like we're out of time, anyway.''
'''Azrael:''' ''Tch... I suppose I need to honor my pact...''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 8: Izanami
|-
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'''Izanami:''' ''Ahh, what a pleasant surprise. The successor to Rachel Alucard. Our newest Observer. Unlike that vampire, you've chosen the correct path of an Observer. So what turn of events brings you here?''
'''Amane:''' ''Haha... Correct path of an Observer...?''
'''Izanami:''' ''What do you find so funny? What is your wish?''
'''Amane:''' ''Wish? I never wished for anything.''
'''Izanami:''' ''Very well. Perhaps your lack of desire is itself your true wish. It makes sense that you were chosen.''
'''Amane:''' ''... Maybe you're right. But that's why I'm here... ...To make sure of it.''
<Amane Victory>
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 03.png|500px]]
'''Izanami:''' ''You awe me, Observer.''
'''Izanami:''' ''That we would be evenly matched.''
'''Amane:''' ''That's enough... I'm giving this all I've got.''
'''Amane:''' ''I can never really get used to this.''
'''Izanami:''' ''Still, I was stunned to find you walk up to the stage.''
'''Izanami:''' ''What exactly do you want?''
'''Amane:''' ''I told you... To make sure of something...''
'''Amane:''' ''One of the chosen who became an Observer...and Hades Izanami...''
'''Amane:''' ''When the two of us fought, if this phenomena could be Observed...''
'''Amane:''' ''I came to find out.''
'''Amane:''' ''And I got my answer.''
'''Izanami:''' ''Naturally... You've done magnificently, Observer.''
'''Amane:''' ''I didn't come for your praise.''
'''Amane:''' ''Now, my job here is done. If you'll excuse me.''
'''TB:''' ''Well well...''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 04(A).png|500px]]
'''TB:''' ''Didn't expect an Observer to reboot the Takamagahara System... How long have you known... We were reconstructed inside the Embryo?''
'''Amane:''' ''I didn't. But I wanted to believe in the possibility.''
'''TC:''' ''Negative. Response does not adequately answer the prompt. We demand an appropriate answer.''
'''Amane:''' ''Do you have to be so stuck up...? This is how you welcome someone who came to greet you? Now let's not sweat the details.''
'''TA:''' ''Rachel Alucard's replacement... Why have you rebooted us?''
'''TB:''' ''Let us warn you. If you're trying to Observe the Master Unit... Then that is beyond even us.''
'''TC:''' ''Affirmative. Furthermore, with the Master Units eyes upon all of us... We cannot intervene within the Embryo.''
'''Amane:''' ''Figured as much... But... What if I could make the Master Unit go away?''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 04(B).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''Then Takamagahara would be the only entity that could Observe the world. Am I right?''
'''TA:''' ''I fail to understand your logic... Are you suggesting a bystander like you would actually kill the Master Unit? Observer of the world? ''
'''Amane:''' ''I wonder about that... I simply want to leave our world to chance... ...With no intervention of any kind.''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction General Arcade.png|500px]]
''AD2200/XX/XX''<br>
''AMANE ACT2 END''
''to be continued''
|}
====Act 3: The Replacement Blue====
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!Stage 3: Nine the Phantom
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'''Amane:''' ''...Kushinada's Lynchpin and a Boundary Interface Prime Field Device. What on earth was your daddy thinking... I mean, really.''
'''Nine:''' ''I couldn't agree more. If that man didn't create these, then perhaps mankind would not have come so close to god. We would have been walking down an honest path...''
'''Amane:''' ''Once again, agreed... But that history is now distorted... There's nothing we can do.''
'''Nine:''' ''...Hmph. You've finally decided to step onto the stage?''
'''Amane:''' ''Who knows? I doubt I'll be able to live up to your expectations, but... I'm slightly more motivated now. I say it's time you've exited stage right.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Nine:''' ''Heh, I see... The true power of an Observer... It's rather irritating that there's not even a shadow of your former self. I mean, truly... You guys would always look down on us.''
'''Amane:''' ''I'm sorry, but I don't have time to listen to losers whine. I told you, I'm busy.''
'''Nine:''' ''Fine...then why don't you show me. Show me what you can do in this dark and future-less world.''
'''Amane:''' ''...My, oh my. What I can do? I can't do anything... Except give people a choice.''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 6: Izayoi
|-
|
'''Izayoi:''' ''You're...this presence. Don't tell me, you're an Observer, like Rachel Alucard?''
'''Amane:''' ''Oh, you can tell...? The Zero-Type Izayoi is more than a decoration or is this the Power of Order?''
'''Izayoi:''' ''...I will not answer that. Are you one of the chosen?''
'''Amane:''' ''So it seems...not by choice, but apparently I am.''
'''Izayoi:''' ''Then the reason you're here is to defeat the other chosen and make your wish real...?''
'''Amane:''' ''Yes and no. At the very least I can tell you the reason I'm RIGHT here has...nothing to do with wishes.''
'''Izayoi:''' ''...Regardless, you do not seem to be my ally.''
'''Amane:''' ''That question is really difficult to answer right now, but... Since you already seem up for it, why don't you show me your dance.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Izayoi:''' ''Gah... strong.''
'''Amane:''' ''Now, then... What is it you're observing...? Can I leave this little girl to you?''
'''Kokonoe:''' ''So you noticed...Observer.''
'''Amane:''' ''It seems to me you like to do your share of looking, too.''
'''Kokonoe:''' ''For the record, let me ask you... Why save Tsubaki Yayoi?''
'''Amane:''' ''Well, if the Izayoi falls into the wrong hands it can make a very bad situation even worse.''
'''Kokonoe:''' ''Of course...fascinating. An Observer saving a bystander for the sake of others...''
'''Amane:''' ''Don't get the wrong idea, now... This is all for myself. But...it seems to me, you don't agree with my actions. Do you?''
'''Kokonoe:''' ''...What?''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 7: Hakumen
|-
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'''Hakumen:''' ''I've been waiting for you...the new Observer.''
'''Amane:''' ''Your aura is terrifying. What do you want, calling me out here?''
'''Hakumen:''' ''You already know the answer... To slay you.''
'''Amane:''' ''That doesn't seem very nice.''
'''Hakumen:''' ''Why do you stand in my way?''
'''Amane:''' ''You're barking up the wrong tree if this is about Tsubaki. Besides...she couldn't have killed Noel Vermillion, anyway. Not to mention, I was actually trying to save you, too, Jin...not just her.''
'''Hakumen:''' ''...Absurd. Then it seems I must start with you, after all... Observer.''
'''Amane:''' ''Let me remind you, I have no intention of getting slain so easily.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Hakumen:''' ''Tch... Can you not be killed!? You and Noel Vermillion...''
'''Amane:''' ''Don't raise me so high. I'm not immortal. In fact, you're more worthy of that name than me...''
'''Hakumen:''' ''More nonsense... I have a question for you.''
'''Amane:''' ''What's that?''
'''Hakumen:''' ''Why did you heed my call?''
'''Amane:''' ''Yes, well... If I had to put it into words, then I'd say it was so you can see the truth.''
'''Hakumen:''' ''The... truth?''
'''Amane:''' ''That's right. If I told you there was a way to save this world without killing Noel Vermillion... Would that give you an idea?''
'''Hakumen:''' ''Wha...!?''
|}
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="width:100%;"
!Stage 8: Rachel Alucard
|-
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'''Rachel:''' ''Uninvited guests always seem to pick the wrong moments.''
'''Amane:''' ''There's no need to be so cruel. I've come here to talk, I promise.''
'''Rachel:''' ''After all that campaigning to become an Observer, you have the nerve to come speak with me? ...Interesting. I suppose I will grant you this one exception. However...''
'''Amane:''' ''...Hm?''
'''Rachel:''' ''I must teach you discipline and consequences before I lend you my ear. Given what you're asking, I believe that's more than fair.''
'''Amane:''' ''I can't really argue with that. But... I'm a performer. I'll have to defend myself. Especially around the face.''
<Amane Victory>
'''Amane:''' ''Owww... Are you satisfied yet?''
'''Rachel:''' ''...Not in the slightest, but I suppose that will suffice. But as you already know. I hardly have any strength left.''
'''Amane:''' ''I'm not asking you to fight my war for me... I was just hoping you might be able to offer someone shelter. The Successor to the Azure... Rather, the Sword of the Godslayer. Can you hide her here, in your castle?''
'''Rachel:''' ''...You need Noel? What on earth are you thinking?''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 05(C).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''In this undefined world known as the Embryo... That girl's power was scattered. I'm sure there's a reason for that, too, but... We need Noel Vermillion and Tsubaki Yayoi's strength. ...To seal the Master Unit.''
'''Rachel:''' ''To seal Amaterasu...? Don't tell me you're...''
'''Amane:''' ''...Going to open the gates to heaven and send the gods home? Yes.''
'''Rachel:''' ''That's impossible... There is no seithr in this world. You couldn't possibly summon the Nemesis Horizon--''
'''Amane:''' ''I am also aware of that, which is why I need their strength.''
'''Rachel:''' ''So you know, then...''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 06.png|500px]]
'''Rachel:''' ''...Where the gate is. The bridge that connects the gods' world to the Boundary.''
'''Amane:''' ''Not exactly, but I have an idea... It's got a scary-looking gatekeeper in front of it... So one can only assume... And it's not like I can identify it instantly.''
'''Rachel:''' ''Very well...but do you realize the implications? Send a blank Amaterasu to the other side of the gates, and... ...This world could disappear. Out of reach of anyone's Observation. If that is your intent... Then mark my words, I will end your life, even if it costs me my own.''
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Amane Nishiki Arcade 05(A).png|500px]]
'''Amane:''' ''Oh, there's no need to worry about that. I've already got my "divine" substitute in mind.''
''AD2200/XX/XX''<br>
''AMANE ACT3 END''
''to be continued''
|}


===Story Mode===
As with many others, Amane was absorbed into the Embryo, although his memories remained unaffected, and he became one of the [[chosen]]. He found Rachel in the [[Kagutsuchi Port]] in a distorted reality of the [[13th Hierarchical City of Kagutsuchi]], and began to warn her about how much she was intervening in the world – but he did grant her his blessing to continue forward as “everyone is an actor once on stage”. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 004, Chapter 030, Sub Scenario 1''</ref>
As with many others, Amane was absorbed into the Embryo, although his memories remained unaffected, and he became one of the [[chosen]]. He found Rachel in the [[Kagutsuchi Port]] in a distorted reality of the [[13th Hierarchical City of Kagutsuchi]], and began to warn her about how much she was intervening in the world – but he did grant her his blessing to continue forward as “everyone is an actor once on stage”. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 004, Chapter 030, Sub Scenario 1''</ref>


Mimicking Rachel’s teleportation, Amane used sorcery to transfer [[Ragna the Bloodedge]] to his location next to the Kushinada’s Lynchpin. He offered Ragna to join his troupe, a metaphor for Observation. Although he was turned down, Amane listened to the Grim Reaper’s plan to create a new possibility using Soul Eater to take the desires of the chosen. Gleefully, Amane told him that he would watch what he could do, teleporting Ragna back to Wadatsumi. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 009, Chapter 073''</ref>
Mimicking Rachel's teleportation, Amane used sorcery to transfer [[Ragna the Bloodedge]] to his location next to the Kushinada's Lynchpin. He offered Ragna to join his troupe, a metaphor for Observation. Although he was turned down, Amane listened to the Grim Reaper's plan to create a new possibility using Soul Eater to take the desires of the chosen. Gleefully, Amane told him that he would watch what he could do, teleporting Ragna back to Wadatsumi. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 009, Chapter 073''</ref>


[[Valkenhayn R. Hellsing]] found Amane at the [[Altar]] atop Kagutsuchi. The lycanthrope told him about Rachel’s disappearing state and that he was going to kill the Onlooker to save his young mistress. They battled, but Amane revealed that because Valkenhayn exists outside of [[Logic]], there is no way that he can kill an Onlooker and change the world. Amane further asked him where his loyalties truly lie – with his promise to [[Clavis Alucard]] to protect Rachel, or to the girl herself. He answered the latter, so the Onlooker told him of Ragna’s plan and how that would save the young vampire from disappearing. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 089, Sub Scenario 1''</ref> He later came to the battle between [[Es]] and [[Makoto Nanaya]], seeing the latter off as she dissolved into seithr and commending her on how brilliantly she fought. Es left to pursue [[Naoto Kurogane]] afterwards, and Amane allowed her. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 092''</ref>
[[Valkenhayn R. Hellsing]] found Amane at the [[Altar]] atop Kagutsuchi. The lycanthrope told him about Rachel's disappearing state and that he was going to kill the Onlooker to save his young mistress. They battled, but Amane revealed that because Valkenhayn exists outside of [[Logic]], there is no way that he can kill an Onlooker and change the world. Amane further asked him where his loyalties truly lie – with his promise to [[Clavis Alucard]] to protect Rachel, or to the girl herself. He answered the latter, so the Onlooker told him of Ragna's plan and how that would save the young vampire from disappearing. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 089, Sub Scenario 1''</ref> He later came to the battle between [[Es]] and [[Makoto Nanaya]], seeing the latter off as she dissolved into seithr and commending her on how brilliantly she fought. Es left to pursue [[Naoto Kurogane]] afterwards, and Amane allowed her. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 092''</ref>


[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Story Mode 79(A).png|thumb|right|A final conversation with the Man of the Azure]]Amane met Es at the Gate, and told her to rest easy as she dissolved into seithr, believing that she had made the right choice to believe in others, not something as grandiose as possibilities. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 094, Sub Scenario 1''</ref> He was the last of the chosen to dissolve into seithr, and met Ragna in his final moments, calling his dance “majestic.”<ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 012, Chapter 099''</ref>  
[[File:BlazBlue Central Fiction Story Mode 79(A).png|thumb|right|A final conversation with the Man of the Azure]]Amane met Es at the Gate, and told her to rest easy as she dissolved into seithr, believing that she had made the right choice to believe in others, not something as grandiose as possibilities. <ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 094, Sub Scenario 1''</ref> He was the last of the chosen to dissolve into seithr, and met Ragna in his final moments, calling his dance “majestic.”<ref>''BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 012, Chapter 099''</ref>  

Latest revision as of 05:31, 3 November 2024

A travelling performer and manager of a troupe consisting of orphans of war that he has adopted, Amane roams the globe. Around 2190, Amane was hired by a mercenary squad's drill sergeant as an instructor for their "troops" on integrating new combat moves into their arsenal. Amane misunderstood, thinking that they were a "troupe" who needed to be taught new dancing styles. For three days and nights, he made the troops dance traditional Oriental dances before realising his mistake and vanishing. Bullet, then a young girl, never forgot the incident, swearing revenge. [1]

Chrono Phantasma

The beautiful leader of a dance troupe, "Amane." From a young age he wished to grasp the true essence of dance, and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and after hearing rumors of one such young vigilante, he journeyed all the way to the Ikaruga Region to scount him. [2]

Arcade Mode

Stage 3: Bang Shishigami

Bang: You there, strange person... Halt, I say!

Amane: ...Huh? Are you...talking to me?

Bang: That's right! I'm talking to you! What kind of attire is that for a man to wear around...!? It screams "frail" and "weak"! I can hardly believe my eyes... What has happened to the spirit of Ikaruga in my absence?!

Amane: Umm...I'm not really sure what you're talking about... But, my name is Amane Nishiki! I travel from city to city, representing our dance troupe. I had a little errand to take care of here in Ikaruga...

Bang: Ooooh, a dancing troupe, are you? For here I was, thinking I've found such a lovely lady, only to discover it was a...a...man... Oh, the trickery!

Amane: Hm? Did you say something?

Bang: Nooooo, I certainly have not! Never you mind! It is a crime for a man to look so...so...so beautifully feminine! I shall smack some guts and conviction back into you as a representative of Ikarugan masculinity!

Amane: Whoa whoa, don't you think you're being just a little prejudiced? However...if you insist, I suppose I'll have to teach this so-called "man" a good lesson.

<Amane Victory>

Bang: Guah... Im...impressive... *Thud*

Amane: You're kidding, right? Closing the curtains already? Although I must give credit where credit's due... You've danced a fine dance. I've seen your spirit. Why...aren't you charming?

Stage 6: Jin Kisaragi

Jin: ...What the hell do you want with me?

Amane: Mmm...Do you by any chance practice martial arts...? And, that's the Library's uniform, isn't it? Please excuse me.

Jin: ...You're wasting my time... Now get out of my way.

Amane: Now that's not very nice... Heh heh. Say, would you be interested in joining our dance troupe? You should really quit the Library because gosh...you're letting such great assets go to waste.

Jin: What part of "get out of my way" was not clear to you?

Amane: Oh, so you're gonna dance for me? Or, with me, rather... Well, that's certainly more than I bargained for.

<Amane Victory>

Jin: Guah...Why...why you...!

Amane: That was quite something! *Chuckle* Boy you really know how to make me WANT you.

Stage 7: Carl Clover

Amane: Ooooooh! I've finally found you!

Carl: Wh-wha–?! Who are you?!

Amane: Ah, pardon me, I seem to have gotten a little ahead of myself. You were just... so much better than I had expected. You're Carl Clover...yes?

Carl: Umm, yes, but...who might you be?

Amane: I'm Amane Nishiki. From the eastern coast to the western shore, I've traveled to every city that lies in between. Trying to spread the art of dance and expression, wherever I go. I want the world to understand this fine art!

Carl: ...I think I got the general picture. What exactly do you want with ME?

Amane: Become mine!

Carl: Uh, we should be on our way, sis. Now that I think about it, I'm actually pretty hungry. What do you feel like today?

Amane: Whoooooa, wait, wait! Sorry, it's all my fault. I apologize; I just got a little excited. Please allow me to start over...Carl, it would be an honor if you joined our troupe. Let us master the fine art of "dance" together, shall we?!

Carl: ...I am quite flattered by your offer, but I'm afraid I must decline. You see, I have important matters to take care of.

Amane: Mmm, is that your final answer? How unfortunate. Because you see, "giving up" is not the way of Amane Nishiki, so mark my words, I will make you say yes.

Carl: You're really starting to irritate me!

<Amane Victory>

Carl: Kuh... Sis, he's...actually really strong... Let's back off!

Amane: Carl, wait! I'm not giving up on you!

Stage 8: Rachel Alucard

Amane: After all that time tracking Carl down...I manage to lose him...

Rachel: You there, wait.

Amane: My, what a pretty little girl you are...can I help you?

Rachel: Answer me... Who are you?

Amane: Uh, you're asking for my name? That would be Amane Nishiki. I'm with a dancing troupe, and I want to–

Rachel: That's not what I asked...

Amane: Ooooh, scary. Please don't glare at me with those "eyes" of yours. Besides, I'm not sure how else I can answer the question... I am who I am.

Rachel: Very well, perhaps you would do better if I rephrased: Why are you in the Federation's hierarchical city of Ikaruga?

Amane: Sheesh, you're full of questions, aren't you? I was just here to recruit the infamous vigilante, Carl. Rumor has it he's here in Ikaruga, so here I am.

Rachel: ...

Amane: Right, one more thing, little vampire girl. Those enslaving red eyes have no effect on me.

Rachel: You don't mean to tell me...you're "Uzume"? This is getting quite interesting. Did you say your name was "Amane?" May I have this dance?

Amane: "Uzume"? ...I'm not really sure what you mean, but if you want to see me dance, I'll have you be my partner.

Rachel: I do hope you can keep up with my waltz.

BUSHIN

AD2200/02/03

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Rachel: Hehehe, I suppose you have a little bit of skill. That was quite entertaining.

Amane: Um, I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to say... Thank you...? I have to admit, though, you're not bad yourself, little vampire.

Rachel: That's "Miss Rachel Alucard" to you. Do remember it.

Amane: Miss Rachel, huh? As a "thank you" for your time, how about I tell you what it is I'm after?

Rachel: I've honestly lost interest, but I suppose I should hear you out anyway.

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Amane: You're a difficult little girl, aren't cha?

Rachel: Shut up and tell me.

Amane: A stage.

Rachel: Stage...?

Amane: That's right, the ultimate stage of fighters! The perfect performance, and the perfect fight are one and the same. To master one, one must master the other.

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Amane: Which is why I want create the stage for the ultimate battle! But you see, I'm not talking about just anyone. I'm only interested in those strong enough to "change" the world. The finest stage with the ultimate "dancers"...

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Amane: On this stage, I want to dance...and show the world what I can do!

Story Mode

Chrono Phantasma

In the February of 2200AD, Amane took his troupe to the 7th Hierarchical City of Kazamotsu where he announced that they were to have a vacation from their hard-work. As soon as the group left, Amane went to find Carl Clover. Before he could proceed to scout for the boy, two girls from the troupe came to him, telling him that they saw the Novus Orbis Librarium drag Iron Tager away. Excited, he went the way that they were taken.[3]

Some time later, Amane found Ragna the Bloodedge in Varubtuke Source, but was ignored by the Grim Reaper. He got his attention and then told him that he had all the potential to become the leading man of a play, likely Amane's way of telling Ragna that he had the potential to become something great. They began to battle, and Amane won, taking his leave after having witnessed Ragna's strength. He then resumed his pursuit of Carl.[4]

Amane did eventually find Carl at the Lakeside Port, although the boy had just had a troubling confrontation with his father, Relius Clover. Amane asked for his time, but the boy was not in the mood to talk. He asked the boy to become his, but was rejected. He later watched with Rachel as Ragna battled against Kagura Mutsuki and lost. Amane reminded the vampire to not interfere too much with the world's events.[5] At some point he came across Valkenhayn R. Hellsing and told him Rachel's location, although he did reprimand the vampire for her extreme methods and lamented over the loss of most of her power as an Onlooker.[6]

Sector Seven

In the 8th Hierarchical City of Wadatsumi, Amane was approached by Bang Shishigami, who believed that the troupe leader was a spy for the NOL. Amane gave the idea some fancy, which led to the two of them fighting. There was no victor as both came to respect one another's fighting styles during the match, leading to a “manly” friendship which had been forged in battle. Bang knew of Carl but could not tell Amane where he was, so Amane left, cryptically telling the ninja that there was doubt in him and that he should visit his roots to solve the problem.

As Amane left, he bumped into Bullet, who recognized from years before but did not think they could be the same person. She told him the story of her unit's tortured dancing and at the end of it, Amane confessed it was actually him who put them through that. Bullet then attacked him, but the battle was a stalemate. He told her to follow her instincts and then left her be, laughing merrily.[7]

Central Fiction

From a young age, Amane travelled to grasp the true essense of dance. He realized that the origins of "dance" lie the ideals of the "martial arts," and obtained the "dance" of battle. He prefers unparallelled "pretty boys," and journeyed to gather a number of "pretty boys" and establish positions for them. Concerned about the fate of the world, he decides to Observe it.[8]

Arcade Mode

Act 1: Phantom of Labyrinth

Stage 3: Ragna the Bloodedge

Amane: My, oh my... whew... Mmm.

Ragna: Why the hell're you starin' at me? You got a problem?

Amane: Ah, excuse me... I heard of your existence, but seeing you in the flesh it's... just...!

Ragna: I've got NO idea what you're talkin' about.

Amane: She's the reason you're here... but from the looks of it, you haven't even seen her yet.

Ragna: ...If you're done talking, I'll be on my way.

Amane: Let's not get ahead of ourselves, now shall we? It must be fate that brought us together. Why not show me what you're made of?

Ragna: You were just another bounty hunter... like the rest of'em? Well, why didn't you SAY SO!?

<Amane Victory>

Ragna: Guah...! Dammit, you're tough... Nothing like you look...!

Amane: I see... Now, I understand the circumstances quite well.

Ragna: What do you want with me...?

Amane: What do I...? Haha, nothing, really. The rest is entirely up to you. I've done my work here.

Ragna: ...?

Amane: Good luck unraveling this knot... Buh-bye!

Ragna: H-Hey, wait a sec...! What the hell was that about?

Stage 6: Taokaka

Taokaka: *sniff sniff sniff* Ahh, this smells delicious, meow! Is the food this way!?

Amane: ...

Taokaka: *sniff sniff* Hmm... this person smells weird, meow. But not like bad person...

Amane: This IS a surprise. You understand me? But it hardly feels good being sniffed. Why don't you call it a day. Hmm?

Taokaka: Hmm... why do you resist!? Meow!

Amane: Mm?

Taokaka: You must be... hiding some delicious food, meow! Give one to Tao! Give one to Tao!

Amane: Wha...? Don't be silly, I don't have any--

Taokaka: Silence! Now, get in Tao's tummy, meow!

Amane: Oh boy...

<Amane Victory>

Amane: Do you understand now? I don't have any food... nada.

Taokaka: Tao's mistake... So sad, meow.

Amane: But I love the way you move... What do you say? How would you like to be our opening act at the next performance?

Taokaka: Opening act...? Is there yummy stuff?

Amane: Well, no technically... There is no food, but instead you'll get a taste of the stage!

Taokaka: No food, meow... then I don't want it.

Amane: *Sigh* Hey, whatever you do, stay away from the "bad" smell!

Stage 7: Rachel Alucard

Rachel: Took you long enough. I thought you were going to stand me up.

Amane: Your condition has worsened... So much so you can't even hear the summons.

Rachel: Perhaps...

Amane: So, tell me why I'm here.

Rachel: Paint the whole picture of the Embryo for me... I know you've seen everything.

Amane: That's the one thing I cannot do. You know my stance... I will not get involved. We've discussed this...

Rachel: ...How sad. I cannot seem to remember. But I'm afraid I no longer have the luxury to stand by idly! After all, my time here is quite limited.

<Amane Victory>

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Amane: I still cannot understand you. Why go out of your way to die sooner?

Rachel: True... it was by my own will that I intervened... But I could not do what you did... ...Which may be why I deserved what was coming. Nevertheless, I must follow what I believe. That much, I can say is the same between us. No matter how foolish the act... I will fight until the very end. That is what I've decided.

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Amane: ...Then there is nothing more I can tell you.

Rachel: I was hoping you would be able to be my witness... ...As a new Observer.

Amane: Now, that I wonder...

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Amane: If I recall... my existence is much like your previous one. All this time, I've been warming the seat. As your substitute... But I'm not like you. I'm going to do as I please.

Rachel: I see... I wonder. If you meant those words... What are you doing inside the Embryo?

Amane: ... Well, non-confrontation is my belief... I think that whatever happens in the world will happen naturally. However... If someone's trying to twist the truth with brute force... That's a different story.

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Amane: Wouldn't you agree!?

???: Heh heh heh... That is why the world chose you as an Observer.

Stage 8: Nine the Phantom

Amane: So, what do you want with me?

Nine: Don't be dull... You're the one who has business with me. You're on the outside. I suggest you keep it that way.

Amane: And I return those words right back to you.

Nine: ...What!?

Amane: This isn't your world... If you want to play around, go do it back in your own.

Nine: ...! How dare you--!? You should've thought of that before disturbing my world! It seems like your policy not to intervene... Why don't we let the gods know your intent!

Amane: My, oh my... I had a feeling this would happen... It looks like you won't back off from this...

Nine: Of course... The two of us will never get along.

<Amane Victory>

Amane: I see now... I've fallen right into your trap.

Nine: That's right. Time to face the music. You've already intervened in this world... through me. But there's no need to be down. This doesn't change the fact that you are one of the chosen. The world is going to transform... When it does, will you still be able to be an Observer...? Hehehe...

Amane: Haha, I've no idea. I suppose I'll leave that one up to the turn of events, too!

Nine: Fascinating... then while you're doing that...

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Nine: The Imperator... No, Izanami... See with your own eyes what she truly is. That is your commitment... as an Observer.

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AMANE ACT1 END

to be continued

Act 2: Nightmare Memory

Stage 3: Celica A. Mercury

Amane: Now, then... this is the next stage for our little play? Seems one of the chosen is already here...

Nine: Look Minerva! A snowman. Aww, it looks so cute, doesn't it?

Amane: And speak of the devil...

Celica: ...? Hello. Umm, who are you?

Amane: Who am I? I'm just an innocent passerby. But I may ask you the same. What are you doing here? It looks to me like you don't have much time left...

Minerva: ...!

Amane: Whoooah now!

Celica: M-Minerva, what's gotten into you? Whaaat!? You're going to fight this person? Are you serious?

Amane: My, oh my... You've given me no choice.

<Amane Victory>

Celica: Owww... Hmm.

Minerva: ...

Amane: I see now... You clever little thing.

Celica: Huh? What's that supposed to mean?

Amane: The stronger your ties are to me, you can artificially extend your "time limit." You're forcing me to Observe you, after all... Though, I don't know how much time I can actually buy. You should really thank that little puppet.

Celica: ...? Thanks, Minerva!

Amane: Now, the next presence is coming from over yonder.

Stage 6: Naoto Kurogane

Naoto: ...Sheesh, I've got no leads and no idea what the hell's going on. What am I supposed to do...?

Amane: My, oh my... You've sure come to an odd place.

Naoto: Huh? You supposed to be one of those "chosen" or whatever? How many more of you guys are there--!? Wait a second... You're different... This is the same feeling I had when I fought that Rachel girl... Hey, I've got a question. You know someone named Raquel Alucard? I'm searching for her.

Amane: No clue... at the very least, she's not "here." Don't take this the wrong way, but... You should stop this pointless intervention, and go back to your own world.

Naoto: ...You know something. Thanks for the warning, but I made a promise to her. That I'd find her no matter what. Besides... I'm the kinda guy who never gives up before trying. If you know something, you better start talkin'.

Amane: Oh, what a character you are...

<Amane Victory>

Naoto: Dammit...! You're not fighting me seriously!

Amane: I truly am jealous of how straight and honest you are.

Naoto: I told you. I've got my reasons.

Amane: Well, then let me ask you something... What if you had to kill an innocent girl to find your prized Raquel Alucard? Could you do it?

Naoto: ...? The answer's too obvious. I find Raquel and save this girl, too!

Amane: I see... Honest and moral until the very end. Thank you for your time.

Naoto: Wha--!? Hey! Don't you run away from me! Get back here!

Stage 7: Azrael

Azrael: The hell are you!? I was really hoping for the Grim Reaper or the Black Knight this time...

Amane: Tough luck. Unfortunately, no one has business with you, so you might as well step aside. Please?

Azrael: Very well... I've got a pact, but I'm not interested in the weak... Wait a sec. That presence... You're an Observer?

Amane: Good question. I won't deny my job is to apparently sit around and Observe things, but... I really have no business with you. Now, if you don't mind...

Azrael: Heh heh heh... I take back what I said earlier. And I'm sorry I insulted you. Didn't expect to find an Observer down here. The vampire was in no condition to fight, but you... I've been longing to fight an Observer at their peak. Now. Entertain me!

Amane: Oh boy... I was really hoping it wouldn't come to this...

<Amane Victory>

Azrael: Yes... YES! This is the power of an Observer! I can't remember the last time I've felt this way!

Amane: Goodness, how tough are you? This battle has no end...

Azrael: And you've still got tricks up your sleeve. How about we both dial this up to the next level, hm?

Amane: Thank you for the offer, but I'm going to pass. Now, if you'll excuse me.

Azrael: Hmph. You really think you can run away from ME!?

Amane: Whoop, looks like we're out of time, anyway.

Azrael: Tch... I suppose I need to honor my pact...

Stage 8: Izanami

Izanami: Ahh, what a pleasant surprise. The successor to Rachel Alucard. Our newest Observer. Unlike that vampire, you've chosen the correct path of an Observer. So what turn of events brings you here?

Amane: Haha... Correct path of an Observer...?

Izanami: What do you find so funny? What is your wish?

Amane: Wish? I never wished for anything.

Izanami: Very well. Perhaps your lack of desire is itself your true wish. It makes sense that you were chosen.

Amane: ... Maybe you're right. But that's why I'm here... ...To make sure of it.

<Amane Victory>

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Izanami: You awe me, Observer.

Izanami: That we would be evenly matched.

Amane: That's enough... I'm giving this all I've got.

Amane: I can never really get used to this.

Izanami: Still, I was stunned to find you walk up to the stage.

Izanami: What exactly do you want?

Amane: I told you... To make sure of something...

Amane: One of the chosen who became an Observer...and Hades Izanami...

Amane: When the two of us fought, if this phenomena could be Observed...

Amane: I came to find out.

Amane: And I got my answer.

Izanami: Naturally... You've done magnificently, Observer.

Amane: I didn't come for your praise.

Amane: Now, my job here is done. If you'll excuse me.

TB: Well well...

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TB: Didn't expect an Observer to reboot the Takamagahara System... How long have you known... We were reconstructed inside the Embryo?

Amane: I didn't. But I wanted to believe in the possibility.

TC: Negative. Response does not adequately answer the prompt. We demand an appropriate answer.

Amane: Do you have to be so stuck up...? This is how you welcome someone who came to greet you? Now let's not sweat the details.

TA: Rachel Alucard's replacement... Why have you rebooted us?

TB: Let us warn you. If you're trying to Observe the Master Unit... Then that is beyond even us.

TC: Affirmative. Furthermore, with the Master Units eyes upon all of us... We cannot intervene within the Embryo.

Amane: Figured as much... But... What if I could make the Master Unit go away?

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Amane: Then Takamagahara would be the only entity that could Observe the world. Am I right?

TA: I fail to understand your logic... Are you suggesting a bystander like you would actually kill the Master Unit? Observer of the world?

Amane: I wonder about that... I simply want to leave our world to chance... ...With no intervention of any kind.

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AMANE ACT2 END

to be continued

Act 3: The Replacement Blue

Stage 3: Nine the Phantom

Amane: ...Kushinada's Lynchpin and a Boundary Interface Prime Field Device. What on earth was your daddy thinking... I mean, really.

Nine: I couldn't agree more. If that man didn't create these, then perhaps mankind would not have come so close to god. We would have been walking down an honest path...

Amane: Once again, agreed... But that history is now distorted... There's nothing we can do.

Nine: ...Hmph. You've finally decided to step onto the stage?

Amane: Who knows? I doubt I'll be able to live up to your expectations, but... I'm slightly more motivated now. I say it's time you've exited stage right.

<Amane Victory>

Nine: Heh, I see... The true power of an Observer... It's rather irritating that there's not even a shadow of your former self. I mean, truly... You guys would always look down on us.

Amane: I'm sorry, but I don't have time to listen to losers whine. I told you, I'm busy.

Nine: Fine...then why don't you show me. Show me what you can do in this dark and future-less world.

Amane: ...My, oh my. What I can do? I can't do anything... Except give people a choice.

Stage 6: Izayoi

Izayoi: You're...this presence. Don't tell me, you're an Observer, like Rachel Alucard?

Amane: Oh, you can tell...? The Zero-Type Izayoi is more than a decoration or is this the Power of Order?

Izayoi: ...I will not answer that. Are you one of the chosen?

Amane: So it seems...not by choice, but apparently I am.

Izayoi: Then the reason you're here is to defeat the other chosen and make your wish real...?

Amane: Yes and no. At the very least I can tell you the reason I'm RIGHT here has...nothing to do with wishes.

Izayoi: ...Regardless, you do not seem to be my ally.

Amane: That question is really difficult to answer right now, but... Since you already seem up for it, why don't you show me your dance.

<Amane Victory>

Izayoi: Gah... strong.

Amane: Now, then... What is it you're observing...? Can I leave this little girl to you?

Kokonoe: So you noticed...Observer.

Amane: It seems to me you like to do your share of looking, too.

Kokonoe: For the record, let me ask you... Why save Tsubaki Yayoi?

Amane: Well, if the Izayoi falls into the wrong hands it can make a very bad situation even worse.

Kokonoe: Of course...fascinating. An Observer saving a bystander for the sake of others...

Amane: Don't get the wrong idea, now... This is all for myself. But...it seems to me, you don't agree with my actions. Do you?

Kokonoe: ...What?

Stage 7: Hakumen

Hakumen: I've been waiting for you...the new Observer.

Amane: Your aura is terrifying. What do you want, calling me out here?

Hakumen: You already know the answer... To slay you.

Amane: That doesn't seem very nice.

Hakumen: Why do you stand in my way?

Amane: You're barking up the wrong tree if this is about Tsubaki. Besides...she couldn't have killed Noel Vermillion, anyway. Not to mention, I was actually trying to save you, too, Jin...not just her.

Hakumen: ...Absurd. Then it seems I must start with you, after all... Observer.

Amane: Let me remind you, I have no intention of getting slain so easily.

<Amane Victory>

Hakumen: Tch... Can you not be killed!? You and Noel Vermillion...

Amane: Don't raise me so high. I'm not immortal. In fact, you're more worthy of that name than me...

Hakumen: More nonsense... I have a question for you.

Amane: What's that?

Hakumen: Why did you heed my call?

Amane: Yes, well... If I had to put it into words, then I'd say it was so you can see the truth.

Hakumen: The... truth?

Amane: That's right. If I told you there was a way to save this world without killing Noel Vermillion... Would that give you an idea?

Hakumen: Wha...!?

Stage 8: Rachel Alucard

Rachel: Uninvited guests always seem to pick the wrong moments.

Amane: There's no need to be so cruel. I've come here to talk, I promise.

Rachel: After all that campaigning to become an Observer, you have the nerve to come speak with me? ...Interesting. I suppose I will grant you this one exception. However...

Amane: ...Hm?

Rachel: I must teach you discipline and consequences before I lend you my ear. Given what you're asking, I believe that's more than fair.

Amane: I can't really argue with that. But... I'm a performer. I'll have to defend myself. Especially around the face.

<Amane Victory>

Amane: Owww... Are you satisfied yet?

Rachel: ...Not in the slightest, but I suppose that will suffice. But as you already know. I hardly have any strength left.

Amane: I'm not asking you to fight my war for me... I was just hoping you might be able to offer someone shelter. The Successor to the Azure... Rather, the Sword of the Godslayer. Can you hide her here, in your castle?

Rachel: ...You need Noel? What on earth are you thinking?

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Amane: In this undefined world known as the Embryo... That girl's power was scattered. I'm sure there's a reason for that, too, but... We need Noel Vermillion and Tsubaki Yayoi's strength. ...To seal the Master Unit.

Rachel: To seal Amaterasu...? Don't tell me you're...

Amane: ...Going to open the gates to heaven and send the gods home? Yes.

Rachel: That's impossible... There is no seithr in this world. You couldn't possibly summon the Nemesis Horizon--

Amane: I am also aware of that, which is why I need their strength.

Rachel: So you know, then...

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Rachel: ...Where the gate is. The bridge that connects the gods' world to the Boundary.

Amane: Not exactly, but I have an idea... It's got a scary-looking gatekeeper in front of it... So one can only assume... And it's not like I can identify it instantly.

Rachel: Very well...but do you realize the implications? Send a blank Amaterasu to the other side of the gates, and... ...This world could disappear. Out of reach of anyone's Observation. If that is your intent... Then mark my words, I will end your life, even if it costs me my own.

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Amane: Oh, there's no need to worry about that. I've already got my "divine" substitute in mind.

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AMANE ACT3 END

to be continued

Story Mode

As with many others, Amane was absorbed into the Embryo, although his memories remained unaffected, and he became one of the chosen. He found Rachel in the Kagutsuchi Port in a distorted reality of the 13th Hierarchical City of Kagutsuchi, and began to warn her about how much she was intervening in the world – but he did grant her his blessing to continue forward as “everyone is an actor once on stage”. [9]

Mimicking Rachel's teleportation, Amane used sorcery to transfer Ragna the Bloodedge to his location next to the Kushinada's Lynchpin. He offered Ragna to join his troupe, a metaphor for Observation. Although he was turned down, Amane listened to the Grim Reaper's plan to create a new possibility using Soul Eater to take the desires of the chosen. Gleefully, Amane told him that he would watch what he could do, teleporting Ragna back to Wadatsumi. [10]

Valkenhayn R. Hellsing found Amane at the Altar atop Kagutsuchi. The lycanthrope told him about Rachel's disappearing state and that he was going to kill the Onlooker to save his young mistress. They battled, but Amane revealed that because Valkenhayn exists outside of Logic, there is no way that he can kill an Onlooker and change the world. Amane further asked him where his loyalties truly lie – with his promise to Clavis Alucard to protect Rachel, or to the girl herself. He answered the latter, so the Onlooker told him of Ragna's plan and how that would save the young vampire from disappearing. [11] He later came to the battle between Es and Makoto Nanaya, seeing the latter off as she dissolved into seithr and commending her on how brilliantly she fought. Es left to pursue Naoto Kurogane afterwards, and Amane allowed her. [12]

A final conversation with the Man of the Azure

Amane met Es at the Gate, and told her to rest easy as she dissolved into seithr, believing that she had made the right choice to believe in others, not something as grandiose as possibilities. [13] He was the last of the chosen to dissolve into seithr, and met Ragna in his final moments, calling his dance “majestic.”[14]

Amane soon dissolved into seithr and was reborn in the new world created by Ragna, wandering the world with his troupe. [15]

References

  1. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Arcade Mode, Bullet - Paranoia
  2. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Official Site (JP), Amane Nishiki
  3. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 3: Beneath the Surface
  4. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 7: Ragna, The Wanderer
  5. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 8: Reunion
  6. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Chrono Phantasma, Episode 16: Kushinada's Lynchpin
  7. BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma, Story Mode, Sector Seven, Episode 4: The Land of Ikaruga
  8. BlazBlue: Central Fiction Consumer Edition Official Site (JP), Story - Amane Nishiki
  9. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 004, Chapter 030, Sub Scenario 1
  10. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 009, Chapter 073
  11. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 089, Sub Scenario 1
  12. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 092
  13. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 011, Chapter 094, Sub Scenario 1
  14. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 012, Chapter 099
  15. BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Story Mode, Episode 012, Chapter 100