Sky Curtain: An Initial Overview of the Immortal Lord of the Myriad Laws of the Mortal World

Above the sky, the images shifted, and time rewound to an earlier past, beginning to detail the life and deeds of Hu Dasheng, the "Number One White-Haired Seeker of the Time."

In 1906, Da Sheng and Jin Miao formed the Thousand Machine Sweep Squad and set their sights on Gao Haoguang, who had been marked.

The world of "Rakshasa Street".

On Rakshasa Street, Cao Yanbing leaned against his guardian spirit Xu Chu, looking at the "Life-Slaying Squad" and the "Mark" on the sky, a disdainful smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

"Ha, interesting. The 'Thousand Machines Erasure Squad'? Sounds no different from bounty hunters who specialize in dirty work. 'Marking'? Isn't that just issuing a bounty? I wonder what trouble this guy named Gao Haoguang got into to be targeted like this. But since it's 'Erasing Life,' they must be going all out. This Rakshasa Street is under my control. If anyone dares to cause trouble here, no matter what squad they are, they'll have to ask my guardian spirit first!"

The world of Psycho-Pass.

In the Criminal Investigation Department of the Public Security Bureau, Officer Koya Shinya was smoking a cigarette. Amidst the swirling smoke, his eyes were as sharp as an eagle's.

"'Marking'... this is a conviction that precedes trial. The Thousand Machines Hall's operating logic is to identify specific individuals as targets that 'should be eliminated' through some kind of standard. This is similar to our Sibyl system, but it is obviously more brutal and relies more on subjective judgment. What is Gao Haoguang's 'criminal coefficient'? Or is he simply blocking someone's way? 'Eliminating life'... what a word that makes no attempt to conceal murderous intent. I'm starting to get interested in this team's execution capabilities."

Tsunemori Akane, standing to the side, frowned deeply, her face full of worry.

"But, Mr. Cunning, can such a cleanup without trial really be allowed? What if the marking is wrong? Wouldn't that cause an irreparable tragedy? At least we have color detection and crime coefficients as evidence, but what about them? What are their evidence? I cannot condone this practice."

[At that time, Hai Shan, dressed as a woman, fought against Jin Miao, while Hao Guang and his group fought against Da Sheng. Despite Jin Miao gaining the upper hand, Da Sheng was captured. This marked the first encounter between Da Sheng and San Zhen.]

The world of Gintama.

Inside the Yorozuya, Sakata Gintoki lazily muttered while picking his nose, "Huh? What's going on? The one in women's clothes is actually the better fighter? Four people over there fighting one, and their teammate got captured? What kind of nonsense is this! They're even more useless than the officials of the Shogunate! Hey, Kagura, isn't this what you always do? Shinpachi and I are fighting tooth and nail in front of you, and you're just messing around taking down their base, and then you get stuck to something. These guys don't even have basic teamwork! Four against one and their teammate gets captured, it's a disgrace, they should all commit seppuku!"

Kagura stopped shoveling rice into her mouth and mumbled a retort, "That's different, Gin! I was looking for a more valuable treasure, not being captured, aru! That girl named Ootengu is too weak. Her teammates are carrying the team, but she's just feeding kills. She should be tied to a telephone pole and reflect on her actions for a day! A piece of trash who can't even beat vinegar kelp!"

Shinpachi Shimura adjusted his glasses, attempting a rational analysis: "No, you've all missed the point! The point is, it was clearly a two-on-five situation, with one of them dressed as a woman, yet our side got captured! What does that mean? It means dressing as a woman can boost combat power! It also means that woman named Kinmyo is far stronger than them! And that Miss Ootengu is probably the key to this operation… Ah, what a chaotic battle!"

[While Haoguang and Haishan were pursuing the sixth mage who had marked their name, they provided support in the name of Qianji Pavilion, discovering the secret that the Hundred-Faced Silk Orb could summon magical souls, thus setting the stage for Xinglian and others to summon magical souls later.]

The world of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

At Central Command, Colonel Roy Mustang stood with his hands in his pockets, a calculating glint in his eyes.

"Oh? From enemies to temporary allies? Typical battlefield maneuvering. But what's more interesting is this 'Spirit of Magic'. A soul that can be 'summoned'? This touches on the forbidden territory of alchemy. Is 'Hundred-Face Silk Orb' the medium? The value of this secret far exceeds the outcome of a single battle. The Thousand Machines Hall has acquired this information and laid the groundwork... This organization has great strategic vision. They don't care about short-term gains or losses, but rather plan for the long-term future. They are adversaries to be wary of."

Edward Elric slammed his fist on the table in excitement: "Summoning a soul?! How is that possible! It absolutely violates the principle of equivalent exchange! What exactly is summoned? Is it the soul of the dead itself, or a replica created from something? What's the cost? What is the price of activating this spell? Damn it, there's so little information! If only we could get our hands on that 'Hundred-Face Silk Orb' and study it! There must be a huge secret hidden inside!"

A worried voice came from within Alphonse Elric's hollow armor: "Brother, calm down. This unknown technology could be extremely dangerous. Like the Philosopher's Stone... we shouldn't easily venture into areas we don't understand."

[Da Sheng loves furry animals. He keeps cats, rabbits, and giant pandas at the Thousand Machines Pavilion, and even one of them died.]

The world of Natsume's Book of Friends.

At Natsume's house, Nyanko-sensei (Madara) was arguing with Natsume about a Nanatsuji-ya bun when he saw what was on the screen. He immediately bristled and jumped onto the table with his round body.

"What?! She actually killed one of them?! And she even kept such a precious creature as a giant panda?! Unforgivable! It's such a waste! This woman named Ootengu has no right to approach any furry creature! Hand them over! I, the noble Madara-sama, will personally protect them! Look at her stupid face, she's obviously an idiot who can't even tell the difference between cat food and rabbit food! Natsume! Quick! We have to go to that Thousand Machines Pavilion and rescue those poor animals!"

Takashi Natsume helplessly tried to calm the enraged cat teacher, a hint of sadness on his face.

"Teacher, calm down... Maybe she didn't mean it. She just... didn't know how to take care of them. But... life is such a precious thing. Since she chose to raise them, she should be responsible to the end. That dead animal must be lonely too."

In 1911, Da Sheng formed a trio with Hao Guang and Hai Shan to slay the Corpse Demon. Although he accidentally pulled down Hao Guang's pants during a mission, Da Sheng always believed that Hao Guang was a lecherous little devil who coveted his beauty and that everything he did was to seduce him. This impression became even stronger after Hao Guang entered the women's bathroom. Even later, when Da Sheng achieved great supernatural powers in acupoints, this impression remained unchanged.

The world of "Kaguya-sama: Love Is War".

In the student council room of Shuchiin Academy, Kaguya Shinomiya covered half of her face with a fan, but couldn't help but smile, revealing a look of anticipation.

"Hehe, what an interesting misunderstanding. This Miss Ootengu has constructed a perfect self-defense mechanism in her mind. By defining the other person as a 'pursuer who is lustful for her beauty,' she not only rationalized her mistake of taking off his pants, but also gained an absolute psychological advantage. The other person's subsequent act of 'entering the women's bathroom' became 'ironclad evidence' of her theory. What a... adorable to the point of being foolish. Even Ishigami would be ashamed of himself for his level of self-conquest."

Guild Master Shirogane Miyuki analyzed with a serious expression: "Logically speaking, this is entirely a misunderstanding caused by a series of coincidences. The unexpected events during the mission, coupled with possible subsequent tracking or chance encounters, all contributed to this result. However, even after achieving the seemingly impressive status of 'Great Divine Power,' she still hasn't changed her mind... This shows that her mindset has become rigid. This irrational obsession can be both a powerful driving force and a fatal weakness at crucial moments."

Fujiwara Chika clapped her hands excitedly: "Wow! He accidentally took off his pants! And then he barged into the women's bathroom! Isn't that a classic romantic comedy scene?! Those two are definitely going to have something going on! This Gao Haoguang guy must have done it on purpose! He'll go to any lengths to get Da Sheng's attention! How romantic!"

In the same year, Da Sheng played a crucial role in the Battle of Dongting Lake, showcasing his powerful spatial control and the extraordinary abilities of a family head. Later in the battle, despite being extremely sensitive to pain, Da Sheng dislocated his arm while shielding Hao Guang from the attack of the powerful sorcerer Huang Liang. At the last moment, he and Hai Shan fought desperately to block Huang Liang's third attack, creating the decisive opportunity for Hao Guang to unleash the One Thought, One Palm Talisman.

The world of "Heaven Official's Blessing".

Inside the Puqi Temple, Xie Lian looked at the sky, his eyes revealing tenderness and approval.

"Possessing extraordinary skills, yet most afraid of pain... But to protect her companions, she still stepped forward without hesitation. This courage shines far brighter than her powerful supernatural abilities. 'Taking a fatal blow for you'—no matter the era, this is the act that best embodies the bond. Although a dislocated arm must have been very painful, at that moment, her desire to protect that person must have overcome all fear and pain. She is a true hero."

Hua Cheng, the red-clad ghost king beside him, toyed with the dice in his hand, his tone tinged with amusement.

"Brother, this isn't just about 'comrades.' Someone who's most afraid of pain is willing to take a knife for someone she 'thinks is a lecherous man who's after her looks.' This shows that beneath her ridiculous misunderstanding, there's something she herself hasn't even realized. She calls him lewd, but her body is honestly rushing towards him. Hmph, human emotions are always so awkward and interesting."

After the Battle of Dongting Lake, Gao Haoguang was ambushed by Pan Nanjun, and his heart was destroyed. He could only survive with a mechanical heart. During this time, Da Sheng constantly patched up his mechanical heart until Haoguang passed away in 1957.

The world of Black Jack.

In a seaside cabin, Blackjack looked at the words "Heart of the Mechanism" and "Patching" on the sky and let out a cold snort.

"Nonsense. The heart is the most delicate organ in the human body. How could it be replaced by some so-called 'mechanism'? 'Patching it up'? That's a joke for laymen. Such crude methods of prolonging life will only bring endless suffering to the patient. But... it actually lasted for over forty years? From 1911 to 1957... This is beyond the scope of medicine. That woman named Da Sheng, what she did was not treatment. It was an obsession. Using forty years to repair a heart that should have stopped beating. Hmph, truly... foolish beyond belief. Let her collect the surgery fee from a lifetime of tears."

In 2025, Da Sheng reappeared as the master of the Thousand Machines Pavilion, directing Xing Lian and others to use the Thousand Machines Thread Talisman to guide the magical soul within the Hundred Magic Thread Orb.

The world of "The King's Avatar".

Inside Happy Internet Cafe, Ye Xiu was smoking a cigarette, playing Glory while commenting on the content on the screen.

"Oh? The junior team member from back then is now a team captain. And she's even mentoring newbies. 'Thousand-Machine Thread Charm,' that name sounds like a knock-off of our solo player's 'Thousand-Machine Umbrella.' But the effect... 'Guiding Soul'? Sounds like a powerful move. She's turning a plot point from back then into a guide for the next generation. Not bad, not bad, she has the awareness of a captain. She knows to share her best skills instead of keeping them to herself. I just wonder if these newbies can achieve the effect she wants. This is much harder than teaching them how to fight a boss step by step."

In the battle of cause and effect in the present world, Da Sheng and Hai Shan fought against the Nine Realms Gate. Da Sheng's strength was now vastly different from before; the entire Ichiin family, guarded by the Thousand Machine Pavilion, was nearly invincible. Working together with Hai Mian, they caught the Nine Realms Gate off guard, but inadvertently fell into Hei Zhu's trap. With the help of Jin Miao and others, they used the Ichiin family to kill fourteen powerful figures from the Nine Realms Gate and repel Hei Zhu. However, due to the extraction of 99% of his magical power to restrict time, his own primordial spirit suffered a backlash in this battle, leaving him severely injured and unconscious. He was later healed by Da Cai and, after waking up, returned to the battle in the present world.

The world of One-Punch Man.

In the deserted area of ​​Z City, Saitama was walking home with a shopping bag from the supermarket. He yawned and stared blankly at the sky.

"Oh, fighting. Sounds complicated. One minute you're invincible, the next you fall into a trap. Then you turn the tables and kill fourteen people? Sounds pretty impressive. Then you faint. Then you wake up and go fighting again... It's so troublesome. Why not just punch that guy called Black Bamboo and send him flying? Why make it so tiring? Time-limited confinement and backlash... Ah, eggs are on sale at the supermarket today, gotta hurry back."

At the Hero Association headquarters, King's face remained expressionless, but the "Emperor Engine" deep within his heart was already roaring through the sky.

(Wow! How terrifying! A domain that uses the entire base as its power source?! Isn't this the final fortress?! And they've fallen into a base-raiding trap? Was it a tactical error? No, this must be a scheme to lure the enemy in! Sacrificing himself to kill fourteen enemy generals! What precise judgment and spirit of sacrifice! This is the awareness an S-class hero should have! It's too... too terrifying! Just standing here makes my legs weak!)

Tiger Rope's century-long combat experience within the One Inch Clan has made his understanding of creation unparalleled in the world. In the final moments of the Thirty-Eighth War of Cause and Effect, Tiger Rope seized control of the Lesser Myriad Realms. Using his high-ranking status, he created the Thousand Machine Pavilion, capable of continuous self-creation, to protect himself, ultimately breaking through the power of annihilation and gaining the opportunity to defeat the Myriad Realms.

The world of Sword Art Online.

In the game world of ALO, the black-clad swordsman Kirito Kazuto is hovering in the air, looking at the final summary on the sky, his eyes filled with shock and admiration.

"Simulated combat in her own domain for a hundred years... what kind of powerful mental strength does that require to endure? This isn't a game; this is true cultivation. Hundreds of millions of sword swings, hundreds of millions of spellcastings—all combat patterns have become instinctive. That's why her understanding of 'creation' has reached this level. 'A protective aura capable of constantly creating itself'... This isn't a simple defensive command; it's creating a 'life' with its own will and evolutionary capabilities, a living system! Using a 'life' to fight against 'annihilation,' using 'creation' to fight against 'end'! So this is the true meaning of her 'home'! Amazing... This person has transcended the realm of players and become a true 'god.'"