Kuro no Juusan Guides
An experimental horror sound novel presented as reading a book called Kuro no Juusan. Each of its 13 short stories unfolds through choices among 3 options. Supervised by mystery writer Yukito Ayatsuji, it is known for bleak, hopeless endings and avant-garde presentation. Explanations of how to explore each story's branches and read through all 13 stories can serve a useful audience.
English translation of the existing Japanese guide. Japanese-release names and mechanics are retained; this is not a new gameplay verification or a claim of complete coverage.
Starting to Read
Get used to the book-reading format
- ・Understand the process of selecting short stories from a single book
- ・Check when choices with 3 options appear
- ・Keep separate saves before scenes you want to revisit
Reading Further
Pay attention to each story's branches
- ・Read carefully to see how your choices steer the story
- ・Record stories that appear to have other endings
- ・Keep track of which short stories you have and have not finished
Completion
Reach multiple endings and read through all 13 stories
- ・Check a list of unread or unreached branches
- ・Reread stories with multiple endings using different choices
- ・Finally check that you have read all 13 stories
Problem: Unsure Which Short Story to Read First
Cause: Unfamiliarity with the open format of selecting from 13 stories
Solution: Choose an appealing story from the book's table of contents, finish it, and then move to the next
Problem: Cannot Reach Another Ending
Cause: Not knowing which choices change the branch
Solution: Keep a separate save before a choice, try different options, and compare how the story unfolds
Problem: Losing Track of the Plot
Cause: Confusion caused by the avant-garde structure or bleak developments
Solution: Review the characters and situation at intervals, and reread from the beginning of the story if needed
📖 How to Read the 13 Stories and Choose an Order
This sound novel involves opening a book called Kuro no Juusan and reading the short stories it contains. Each story unfolds as you choose among 3 options. Start by finishing a single story to get used to the format.
Reading Progression — read →📖 Choices and Save Management Basics
At key points, 3 options appear, and your choice changes the course of the story. Making choices is part of interpreting the story itself and is a fundamental action in reading the text. If unsure, take your time and reread the context.
Basic Systems — read →🗂️ Exploring Each Story's Choices and Flags
Briefly record which of the 3 options you selected and the direction of the following developments to guide later route exploration. Notes help avoid repeating the same path. Keeping separate notes for each short story makes them easier to review.
Choices and Flags — read →
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