Yeah, good and evil is far less defined in Buddhism, just like in life, I suppose? It's one of the things I love about Saiyuki, that Minekura plays with notions of good and evil so much, and no one is one thing or another. Well, apart from the crazy youkai, but I can forgive that because they're under a spell!
I admit I would love for Nii to not be just an evil thing, but to have some positive aspect to his existence. I'd be disappointed if that wasn't the case - maybe he will do some good despite himself.
Yes, Koumyou could've chosen not to die then, I am sure of it. Maybe he wanted Sanzo to have a long time to prepare for his eventual fight with Ukoku?
I think you're right about it being Kanzeon's game though. I also admit I'd love to see her come down and kick Ukoku's arse.
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Date: 2008-06-02 11:26 am (UTC)Yeah, good and evil is far less defined in Buddhism, just like in life, I suppose? It's one of the things I love about Saiyuki, that Minekura plays with notions of good and evil so much, and no one is one thing or another. Well, apart from the crazy youkai, but I can forgive that because they're under a spell!
I admit I would love for Nii to not be just an evil thing, but to have some positive aspect to his existence. I'd be disappointed if that wasn't the case - maybe he will do some good despite himself.
Yes, Koumyou could've chosen not to die then, I am sure of it. Maybe he wanted Sanzo to have a long time to prepare for his eventual fight with Ukoku?
I think you're right about it being Kanzeon's game though. I also admit I'd love to see her come down and kick Ukoku's arse.