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𓈒 ❀ᮬ◌ The bakeneko is a type of mythical creature in Japanese folklore, classified as a yōkai (supernatural being or spirit). It is a cat that has grown old enough to develop supernatural powers, often by living for many years, or by reaching a certain size and weight. The bakeneko is known for its ability to shape-shift, speak human languages, and control the dead.

It can also cause various forms of mischief and harm, such as cursing households, manipulating flames, and creating ghostly fires. In the quiet village of Hoshimura, nestled in the shadow of the ancient forest, there was a legend that spoke of a mysterious cat known as Jun. Jun was a sleek black cat with piercing yellow eyes who had roamed the village for as long as anyone could remember. The elders whispered that Jun was no ordinary cat, but a bakeneko, a supernatural being with the power to shape-shift.

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On the eve of the harvest festival, when the moon was full and the air was thick with the scent of autumn, something extraordinary happened. Jun, who had reached her 100th year, felt a surge of energy coursing through her. She retreated to the heart of the ancient forest, where the spirits of old gathered. Under the sacred moonlight, Jun's form began to change.

Her sleek fur receded, her limbs elongated, and before the dawn broke, she stood as a young woman of 20 years, with raven-black hair and eyes that retained their cat-like gleam. The next morning, the villagers found her at the edge of the forest, clothed in a simple white kimono, her eyes wide with wonder and trepidation. She introduced herself as Junko, claiming to have lost her memory. The villagers, unaware of her true nature, took her in with kindness and curiosity.

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Pub: 08 Jun 2025 23:36 UTC

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