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Naka-Kon Events Story

Curious about the story of Naka's Kon Events? Check it out here.

2013: Rejuvenation

The saga begins with a Battle For Naka-Kon.

Far away from the notice of the four celestial gods, Tomo grows up as the beloved phoenix of Naka-Kon.

After many years, Byakko, the tiger god of the west became aware of Tomo’s presence. Naka-Kon is left with a choice: aid Tomo or side with Byakko

2013 Manga

2014: Reunification

Inspired to be a better leader for Naka-Kon, Tomo seeks the assistance of the enigmatic Inari, a fox god. His response is in the form of Yamato, a trickster sent with challenges to ensure Tomo is worthy of Inari’s aid.

2014 Manga

2015: Reflection

Unsatisfied with the aid she’s received, Tomo sets her sights on a stone with mystical powers. Inari warns that it is capable of granting its recipients either their wish or insanity.

For the good of Naka-Kon, Tomo and her followers are put to the test against their greatest enemy yet: themselves.

2015 Manga

2016: Yokai Invasion

As many of Tomo’s friends and followers succumb to their inner darkness and transform into yokai, Tomo calls on Naka-Kon to save her friends.

2016 Manga

2017: Phoenix Paradox

Tasked to defeat the yokai in their seat of power, Tomo’s friends are transported to where and when the yokai are at their strongest: Feudal Japan. Under the direction of Inari, the group seeks the aid of Lady Suzaku.

2017 Manga

2018: Tomo’s Choice

Not finding the Tomo they knew in Feudal Japan, Tomo’s friends are sent forward to1985 Kansas City. They arrive only to find their friend’s resolve broken. Together, they must find a way to convince her to return to the present.

2018 Manga

2019: Ao Haru in Bloom [Spring]

Convinced to return to the present day, Tomo finds the convention center overrun by foxes. Inari had enlisted their help and they were working to prepare for the convention in Tomo’s absence.

Between them and her friends, Tomo learns the importance of letting others help. But do they have enough time to pull it off

2020 & 2021: Hanabi (Fireworks) [Summer]

As summer heats up, Tomo prepares to defend Naka-Kon against the combined forces of Seiryu and Byakko.

However, a wrench is thrown into Tomo and co’s plans as a plague overtakes the city. With only her closest friends, Tomo and co must persevere.

2020 & Spring 2021 Story

2022: Changing Leaves [Fall]

Autumn arrives and Inari recruits an old enemy to improve Tomo’s combat prowess after Suzaku’s Phoenix Feather is revealed to transform into a weapon, surely meant for Tomo to wield.

2022 Story: Part 1

A year after training begins, Tomo bests her new teacher in a sparring match. During the convention’s Kimodameshi, a new mystery emerges.

2022 Story: Part 2

2023: Resilience [Winter]

While relaxing at Byakko’s winter home, a ski chalet in Colorado, a stranger appears. She claims to be no other than Tomo herself. Understandably, everyone is confused when there are suddenly two Tomo’s. A quest is called, to find the sacred mirror.

Only its reflection will show the true Tomo.

2024: Itadakimasu! Thank you, let's eat!

Seiryu has decided to challenge Tomo and see how her training is progressing. This time the challengers must pass the Taste Test. That’s right, we have ourselves a cooking competition. All of the ingredients must be acquired on the convention grounds and cannot be taken from the kitchens.

Let's see if Tomo can cook and hope she doesn’t end up in hot water.

To be continue...

Tomo and Inari

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