Laughing Under the Clouds
Age: 📚 13+ | 6 Volumes (Complete) | Paperback & eBook | Creator: KarakaraKemuri
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Laughing Under the Clouds (Donten ni Warau) is an action-packed historical fantasy from creator KarakaraKemuri that weaves supernatural legend with brotherhood, duty, and sacrifice. Set against a Japan shrouded in perpetual clouds and political turmoil, this beloved series delivers epic stakes and emotional depth in equal measure.
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Every 300 years, the great demon serpent Orochi is reborn—bringing chaos, destruction, and death in its wake. As the clouds gather and the cycle approaches once again, Japan teeters on the edge of catastrophe. Amidst this turmoil stand the Kumo brothers: three siblings bound by blood, loyalty, and a shared destiny they never asked for.
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The eldest brother carries the weight of responsibility. The middle brother hides pain behind a carefree smile. The youngest is determined to prove himself worthy of standing alongside his siblings. Together, they guard a prison that holds the nation's most dangerous criminals—and secrets that could determine whether the Orochi's curse can finally be broken.
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But as the clouds darken and enemies emerge from every shadow, the brothers must confront impossible choices. Duty demands sacrifice. Love demands protection. And the line between hero and monster grows thinner with every passing day. When the fate of Japan rests on their shoulders, how much are they willing to lose to save everything they hold dear?
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KarakaraKemuri delivers a sweeping tale that balances intense action sequences with tender moments of brotherhood, crafting characters you'll root for even as the world crumbles around them.
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Laughing Under the Clouds is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy who crave stories where family is worth fighting—and dying—for.
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Perfect for readers who love: Historical fantasy, supernatural action, Japanese mythology (Orochi legend), brotherhood/family bonds, duty and sacrifice, series with both heart and high stakes.