Phew...

That took much longer than I was expecting.

But I'm glad that I was able to finish it in time for practice. So, tomorrow...

I'll show my creations off to Tsukasa and the others, as well as everyone from Mikazukigumi.

So, Rui, what is it that you wanted to show us?

Ah, they're something I've been working on in between discussions with the prop team.

I'm happy to announce that the jitte Ginnosuke and Heihachi will be using are done.

Oh, you finished making them?!

Can we see?

Of course.

Here's what I made.

They should still look rather intimidating, but I tried using a material that's both light and soft.

Interesting...

Their lightness should make them easier to wield so they don't get in the way of any involved stunts.

The softness of this material should also prevent any accidents from occurring. For example, in the event that one were to fly into the crowd.

Look at that. It looks like it's made of metal, but it's unbelievably soft...!

Yes, I worked very hard to get the paint job right.

We'll be performing in the middle of the street, so our audience will be watching from up close.

I did my best to both make them look real and ensure the safety of the guests.

I see...

Wow, these are going to be huge for us...

This show involves a lot of stunts and action, which has made audience safety a worry.

We can't afford to wait until it's too late. In that sense, these jitte are lifesavers!

I'm impressed, Kamishiro!

Ah, thank you very much.

Now all the effort I put in suddenly feels worth it.

Heh. You see?!

That's Rui Kamishiro for you!

You see?!

Why are you two acting so proud...?

Still, these jitte are astonishing...

Excellent work, Rui!

What you brought today was a real surprise since you're always making these strange and weird props.

We will be using them for Mikazukigumi's show, so I was more than happy to match the prop team's needs.

That being said...

I actually made a few others in my spare time.

Wait, really?

Yes, they're still prototypes, but they're coming along rather nicely. Starting with...

These.

They're rainbow jitte that glow a hundred colors!

Why'd you make them light up?

Hehe. I thought they'd come in handy during any night showing.

They even leave streaks in the air when you wave them around like this. They'd make for a fun new effect, no?

Wow, they really are fun and flashy!

Also, I made some jitte that can transform. When all five combine, they'll turn into a robot. Would you like to give it a try?

No, that won't be necessary!

Wait, actually...

What?! Mr. Kijima?!

A historical drama that involves a transforming robot... I've never heard of anything like that! The kids would love it!

I mean, what boy doesn't adore these kinds of robots?!

Yeah... It might not be such a crazy idea!

Can we take a closer look at those, Kamishiro?

Oh, I wanna play with them too!

Wh-What...?!

There should be a button on the grip.

Press it to...

Wh-Whoa! This is...!!!

I thought he made something normal for a change...

But Rui will be Rui...